DOC, Canti, Italy, 2021
Glera 100%

FLAVOR: Dry and pleasantly fruity

COLOR: Light straw yellow with fine and persistent perlage

COMBINATIONS: Ideal as an aperitif and during the whole meal

SERVING TEMPERATURE: 7°-8° C.

Shabo, Ukraine - Odesa Region

Aroma:
Lightweight, elegant aroma is revealed by notes of flowering acacia and shades of ripe peach.
Taste:
Fresh with expressive acidity, long, rounded and balanced taste.
A Collection of Amenical Sparkling Wines created by the classic champaging method in bottles.
SHABO CLASSIC are created from own grapes of Terurau Shabo.

Non-Alcohol Sparkling Wine

Veneto-Friuli-Trentino, IGT, Cesari, Italy, 2022

COLOR:
Bright straw yellow color
AROMA:
Fresh bouquet of fruit and flowers.
TASTE:
Dry, fresh and well-balanced with a good lenght
BEST SERVED WITH:
Excellent as an aperitif, it pairs well with antipasti, fish and seafood dishes.
SERVING TEMPERATURE:
10°/ 12°C.

Leleka Wines, Odessa Region, Ukraine, 2021

Leleka Wines, Odessa Region, Ukraine, 2021

Duodet Naudin, Vin de France, 2021-22

Dark ruby color. The nose is aromatic, with scents of black and red berries mixed with flower aromas. This wine is rich, long and complex, and displays fruity flavours (cherries, blackberries, blackcurrants). The Pinot Noir Vin de France of Doudet-Naudin is a wine full of delicacy. Fresh and fruity, it is very pleasant, all in harmony. Doudet Naudin, Burgundy fine wines producer since 1849, makes the best use of its know-how to produce this great wine.
This wine accompanies with success many dishes, from the delicatessen, to all the white and red meats but also some cooked fishes and the cheeses.

Vinho Regional Lisboa,  Casa Santos Lima, Portugal,  2018 Syrah, Touriga Nacional,  Alicante Bouschet, Tinta Roriz

Tasting Notes
With an intense rubi colour, this wine presents itself with a great concentration in the nose. Extremely rich aroma with predominance of red ripe frutis and some floral notes, well integrated with notes of spices coming from the ageing in French and American aok barrels. In the mouth it shows great complexity with notes of plums and blackberries. The finish is rich and elegant.

Danubian Bessarabia, Kolonist, Ukraine, 2019

Leleka Wines, Odessa Region, Ukraine, 2021

Leleka Wines, Odessa Region, Ukraine, 2021

Leleka Wines, Odessa Region, Ukraine, 2021

Fonseca, Portugal

Tasting Notes
Fonseca 20 Year Old Tawny is deep amber in color with russet highlights. Its superb bouquet is a complex marriage of ripe, plummy, mature fruit, warm spicy overtones of cinnamon and butterscotch and subtle oak nuances.
Pairing Suggestions
It combines well with flavours of figs, almonds and caramel. It is an excellent complement for a crème brulée or a plate of wild strawberries. It may also be appreciated on its own, at the end of the meal, with walnuts or dried fruit.
• James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, May 2018 - 93 Points
"A touch darker in profile than its peers, with toasted black sesame, caramel, walnut
and hazelnut cream notes backed by singed orange peel and ginseng accents. Stays
focused thanks to a light bitter almond thread on the finish, giving this a slightly drier feel."

Fonseca, Portugal
Tasting Notes
Fonseca 10 Year Old Tawny is russet in colour with brilliant crimson highlights and a fragrant, ripe-fruit bouquet. Its smooth, silky texture and subtle oak nuances are balanced by a fresh acidity and tannic "grip" that culminate in a long, elegant, plumy finish.
Pairing Suggestions
Fonseca 10 Year Old makes a delicious dessert wine, and combines particularly well with flavors of almonds, berry fruit or dark chocolate. It can also be enjoyed as an accompaniment for rich, blue veined cheeses or with a plate of walnuts or roasted almonds.
• Richard Mayson, Decanter, December 2015 - 95 Points
"This 10-year-old really captures the attention: beautifully soft, creamy, toffee fruit;
smooth and seamless mid-palate with a dusting of tannin on the finish adding
vibrancy. A true tawny masterpiece."

Orvieto DOC Classico Superiore, Castello della Sala Estate, Marchesi Antinori, Umbria, Italy, 2020 Grechetto, Procanico, Pinot Bianco, Viognier

San Giovanni della Sala is a pale straw yellow color with greenish highlights. Its nose offers pleasurable notes of tropical fruit that merge with light mineral sensations. On the palate, excellent balance between structure and freshness, good savory character and pleasant persistence of yellow fruit.

Menfi DOC, Planeta, Sicilia,Italy, 2021
TASTING NOTES: A single-variety Chardonnay
which clearly demonstrates the characteristics
which have made it so well known. From the rich
light gold colour, deep but transparent, the
pleasing contrast of creaminess and crunchiness
which is evident on tasting can be anticipated. It
is indeed a soft white wine supported by a
refreshing note of acidity which accompanies
every sip. A slight mineral touch harmoniously
combines the flavour of ripe yellow peaches,
acacia honey and marzipan with peaty, cereal
and toasted aromas which appear at the
powerful and balanced finish.

Fourchaume, Premier Cru, Domaine du Colombier, Bourgogne, France, 2022, Chardonnay

Rich in fruit aromas (lemon, grapefruit), perfectly dry with a hint of "gun smoke" and great length in the mouth.

Excellent with scallops, fish in sauce and white meats.

Sancerre AOC, J. Mellot, France, 2022, Sauvignon Blanc

TASTING NOTE
Robe: pale yellow color with green hues.
Nose: intense mineral notes giving way to
a fruity and delicate expression.
Palate: mineral and elegant mouth with
aromas of pear and yellow peach
bringing the aromatic and juicy side of
the wine. Elegant salinity, well-balanced.
FOOD & WINE PAIRINGS
Ideal with white fishes, a creamy risotto
with curry shrimps, a grilled crayfish or also
with Crottin de Chavignol, an old Comté.

Menfi DOC, Planeta, Sicilia, Italy, 2021,100% Fiano

TASTING NOTES: Single-variety Fiano grown on limey-chalk land which contributes to the marked
aromatics of Mediterranean macchia of this variety. Between broom flowers and thyme one
can trace the delicate aromas of camomile, hay, mango and pomelo. On the palate minerality
with notes of lively fruit which are thirst quenching. Then the rhythm changes to become slower and more harmonious, an invitation to sip this special white wine with tranquillity enjoying its every note. The finish presents a tactile silky
sensation with a refined aftertaste of ripe apricots, flowering almond and basil leaves.
PAIRING: With no fear of banality try with freshly caught and grilled sea bream.

Gavi DOCG del comune di Gavi, Castellari Bergaglio, Piedmont, Italy, 2021-22, Cortese di Gavi

TASTING NOTES
Admirable balance and easy drinking are Rolona’s main personality traits. The bouquet is rich and long lingering, offering crisp, refreshing aromas of pear and green apple, dried hay, plus an intriguing hint of
citrus and earthy mineral.
This Gavi is most impressive on the palate, with a leisurely development and lively crispness that attest to its absolutely classic style. 
Serve in tulip-shaped glass at 10° C

The wine is very pleasant the spring after the harvest but is at its most enjoyable after a few months in the bottles. It can be kept in bottles for several years without suffering in quality.

Geco di Tufo DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio, Campagna, Italy, 2020
Greco

Ageing
About 4 months in stainless steel tanks; at all times in contact with its lees.

Organoleptic test:
The perfume is intense and persistent. One can recall in the nose clear sensations of fruit. For the taste, one immediately perceives the broad acidity and the spicy minerality, typical of a vine culitvated in Tufo. Immediately following, there are soft notes of balsamic.

Gastronomic combinations:
Drink with raw fish, bufala mozzarella and first courses of white meats.

Corinthia PGI, A&G Papaioannou, Greece, 2020

Organic farming

Characteristics: 
It is characterized by an intense aroma of yellow fruits and lemon flowers. It has a full bodied taste and an exceptional acidity.

Gastronomic aspects: 
Perfect with fish, seafood and white meat.

AOP Côtes de Provence, Perrin Et Fils, France, 2020, 2021, Cinsault, Grenache, Rolle, Syrah
Elegant pale-pink colour, evoking a rose petal. On the nose, Miraval Rosé shows all its elegance: beautifully fresh, it exudes aromas of fresh fruit, currants and fresh rose with a zest of lemon. The refinement continues in the mouth with a beautiful liveliness and gourmet notes that subtly balance the mineral and saline notes. An irresistible wine that ends with a long finish with lemony notes.

Apostolos Thymiopoulos, Macedonia PGI, Greese, 2021, 100% Xinomavro

It has medium salmon color in the glass.

Expressive nose with dominating aromas of strawberry jam and tomato. Candied rose petals, cherry, raspberry, caramel, and quince nuances make up an interesting bouquet.

On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with soft tannins and crisp acidity that perfectly balances the oily texture. Ripe strawberry, sweet cherry, caramel, sun-dried tomato, and spicy notes fill your mouth with every sip. Toffee aftertaste that lasts.

Barolo DOCG, Fontanafredda, Piemonte, Italy, 1998, Nebbiolo
Wine Advocate 91-93, Wine Spactator 91
Tasting notes
The single-vineyard Barolos are produced from the most painstaking selections carried out in vineyards which tradition has preserved over time as emblems of exemplary quality. “La Rosa” represents an interpretation of Barolo of particular importance: even though it is the soil and the sun – or what is called in short microclimate – which commands man and guides his technical decisions, and not vice versa. Garnet colour with intense ruby reflexes. The bouquet shows hints of very mature fruits and spices. In the mouth very ripe tannins give a sweet and persistent taste. “La Rosa” expresses the qualities of the Barolos grown in Serralunga d’Alba at their best, with a marked – almost feminine – concession to grace and softness in its flavour and bouquet.

Pairings
Ideal with big red meat dishes and medium or mature cheeses, it can also make for pleasant after-dinner company.

Apalta Single Estate, Colchagua Valley, Montes, Chile, 2020
Cabernet Sauvignon 80%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Merlot 5% y Petit Verdot 5%, RP 91, JS 95, WS 90

Colchagua Valley, Montes, Chile, 2019
Carmenère 92%, Petit Verdot 8%

98 points JAMES SUCKLING - 2022
Barrel Ageing: 80% of this wine was aged for 18
months in new French oak barrels, and 20% aged
in second-use French oak barrels.

Elegant on the nose, with aromas of ripe red and black berries over a background of sweet notes. Being stored in French oak barrels adds aromas of dark chocolate, coffee which go with the typical fruity aromas of this variety. Well structured on the palate, with smooth and full tannins. 

Recommended Serving Temperature: 17º–19 ºC .

Decanting: For at least an hour.

Food Pairing: Highly recommended with red meat,
rosemary lamb chops, pork ribs, and cannelloni. 

Classico,  DOCG, Barriques, Zeni, Italy, 2016 
Corvina 40%, Corvinone 40%, Rondinella 20%

Tasting Notes:
Colour: deep ruby red with a garnet red tinge
Bouquet: pervasive, with notes of vanilla and hints of cocoa and spices
Palate: full-bodied, harmonic, pleasantly tannin-rich, with notes of vanilla
Serving suggestions: wine to be best enjoyed within 8-10 years from bottling, served at a temperature of 17-19°C, uncorking the bottle at least half an hour before serving.

DOCG, Toscana, Tenuta San Giorgio, Italy, 2015,100% Sangiovese, Wine Spectator 94, Wine Advocate 93

Rich and vibrant Brunello from Castelnuovo dell'Abate
Initially dominated by blueberries, then develops greater presence of red fruits, with violet and black cherry flavors rising on the long coffee and oaky finish.
Beautifully pure and inviting, with sweeping acidity and soft and ripe tannins.
VINIFICATION
Wine made from 10-15 year-old vineyards, located at an altitude of 450 metres above sea level and with soils characterised by clay and heavy stone. The climate is temperate Mediterranean but windy.
This Brunello di Montalcino is made with 100% Sangiovese Grosso and the fermentation is spontaneous and made in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. After the malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for 2 year in 30 hl oak casks and released after 4 years after the harvest.

DOCG, Prunotto, Piemonte, Italy, 2018, 
100%  Nebbiolo

Tasting Notes
Prunotto’s Barolo is garnet red in color with ruby highlights. Complex and generous on the nose with pleasant aromas of rose petals, red fruit and spicy sensations.  The palate is full, exceptionally well-balanced with sweet, elegant, silky tannins with a persistent, rich finish.

Toscana IGT, Ruffino, Italy, 2018 
Sangiovese 39%, Merlot 35%, Cabernet Sauvignon 26%
COLOR
Deep ruby red with purple highlights by the rim.

AROMA
The bouquet is profound and intoxicating, balanced between balsamic and plant nuances, from the stalks and seeds. The fruit impregnates the nose, which is resolved with elegant spice, while the vanilla accentuates the roasted notes.

TASTING PROFILE
Mellow in the mouth with intrigue provided by the blackberries, silky tannins and opulent structure. The finish unfurls into fleshy softness trimmed with gentle spices.

FULL TASTING NOTES
A top Supertuscan, brimming with coherent and organized sensations, enlightened by three-dimensional and communicative expressiveness.

FOOD PAIRINGS
Game and mature cheeses. The personality of Modus makes it perfect for deep and meaningful conversations.

Ca’Marcanda, Toscana IGT, Gaja, Italy, 2020
Merlot 55%, Syrah 35%, Sangiovese 10%

Noto DOC, Planeta, Italy, 2016 Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri, WA RP 94, 2019, Nero d’Avola
TASTING NOTES: Movement between balsamic,
grassy and notes of many different fruits. The
nose opens with notes of Mediterranean macchia
and aromas of seawrack piled on Sicilian beaches.
The red fruit is sour cherry bottled in spirit and
very ripe blackberry; the citrus fruit is bergamot
and bitter orange. The spices are carob flour and
incense.
On the palate the ripe fruit combines well with
the wood tannin in accompanying a very densely
textured tannin but open and measured to the
structure of this wine with its complex and
unmistakeable personality.
PAIRING: A vin de garde which is not afraid of
classic pairings. Red meat, though well matured
and marbled; still better with more intense
flavours like game, lamb and black pig or even
sliced sausage.

Margaux AOC, Château Brane-Cantenac's Second Grand Cru Classe en 1855 3rd wine, 2019
77 % Merlot
17 % Cabernet Sauvignon
5 % Cabernet Franc
1 % Carménère
Ruby hue with purple reflection.
The nose is complex with red and black fruits, slightly smoky and a hint of floral notes such as violet.
The attack is silky, the mid-palate is lively and fleshy.
The wine is medium-bodied, very round with
a lovely acidity. Well balanced. The finish is long with fruity aromas.
To keep for 3 to 5 years. Aerate before serving.

Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Pessac-Leognan AOC, France, 2017
Cabernet Sauvignon 55 %, Merlot 45 %

Tasting notes by Fabien Teitgen, Technical Director
Le Petit Haut Lafitte 2016 is a deep, dark, intense red.
Still somewhat discreet, the nose reveals notes of black fruit and
dried grass. Upon aeration it becomes much more expressive
and complex, with notes of blackberry, blackcurrant, cigar
leaves, dried jalapenos, and cold smoke.
On the palate the 2016 is concentrated with the firm tannic
structure of Cabernet Sauvignon. Thanks to the Merlot, it is also
full, smooth and ample.
Le Petit Haut Lafitte delivers lovely structure, volume and
smoothness with a very long, fresh finish that recalls the same
aromatic palette as the nose, with notes of blackberry,
blackcurrant, tobacco leaves, star anise and flint.
Refined and elegant, Le Petit Haut Lafitte 2016 expresses the
characteristics of Cabernet grapes planted on gravelly soils.

DOCG, Prunotto, Piemonte, Italy, 2019, 2020,
100%  Nebbiolo

Prunotto’s Barbaresco is produced from vineyards in Treiso and Neive in the Barbaresco area, it’s the elegant expression of Nebbiolo. An aristocratic wine yet accessible and pleasant. It is aged in large oak barrels of varying capacities to enhance balance and softness on the palate.
Tasting Notes
Barbaresco 2019 is an intense garnet red color. Complex on the nose, it offers aromas of wild berries, spices and aromatic herbs. The palate is velvety, harmonious, and elegant with a lingering persistent finish.

Rioja DOC, Spain, Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo

Bourgogne AOC, Louis Jadot, France, 2021 Pinot Noir

VINEYARD INFORMATION
The wine will be quite complex because of the different grapes origin : Côte de Nuits, Saône et Loire and Irancy will give structure and tannins whilst Hautes Côtes will gives fruitiness.

VINIFICATION
AND MATURATION
The various wines are blended after a traditional vinification. Aging lasts 8 to 10 months in oak barrels from our cooperage or in stainless steel vats before being bottled.

SERVING TIP
Grilled red tuna fish, grilled salmon, tataki beef, terrines, (rabbit, porc), moussaka, veal liver, fondue bourguignonne, tartar steak, roasted veal, duck breast salad, roasted guinea fowl, hard cheese.

Colchagua Valley DO, Montes, Chile, 2019, Carmenère 90%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Barrel Ageing: 55% of the wine was aged for 12
months in first-, second-, and third-use French oak
barrels .

James Suckling 93
Wine Spectator 91

TASTING NOTES
Deep carmine-red in colour. The nose is pronounced; aromas of ripe black fruit such as plum, blueberry, and blackberry predominate. There are also spice notes of black pepper and nutmeg. The 12 months in French oak barrels show themselves with aromas of toast, dark chocolate, and vanilla.
The palate is smooth, with great body and balance, dairy notes such as toffee and yoghurt, then
followed by a long finish.
Highly recommended with red meats, Mongolian beef, pork chops, spaghetti Bolognese,
lamb chops, or mushroom ravioli .

Kaiken, Mendoza, Argentina, 2019

Intense and bright red in colour with violet tones and great depth. The wine's aromas are intense and unfold with the spice and floral notes very characteristic of the Uco Valley. They're joined by notes of black fruit such as blueberry and blackberry, typical of the variety. The wine has lots of structure, smooth tannins, and a long, fresh, and complex finish. The fruit notes reappear  on the palate, giving way to touches of rosemary, thyme, and dried flowers.

Montes, DO Vallee de Colchagua, Chile, 2020, Merlot 90%, Cabernet Franc 10%

The nose is complex with varied aromas of ripe black and red fruits such as blackberries, figs, and plums in syrup. Spice notes of black and red pepper intermingle with a touch of fresh tobacco and leather.

This is a well-structured wine with good volume on the palate and smooth, round tannins that make this an ideal wine to enjoy now or over the course of the next 10 years.

Aconcagua Coast, Montes, Chile, 2021
Pinot Noir 100%

TASTING NOTES
With characteristic ruby-red colour and brightness, the wine has a nose that shows great
varietal typicity, delivering notes of fresh black and blue berries, intertwined with sweet spice
such as nutmeg and cinnamon, and subtle floral aromas of violet. Its time spent in
lightly-toasted French oak barrels adds notes of toffee, coconut, and caramelized sugar,
forming an important part of the aromatic complexity. The wine is smooth and balanced on
the palate, with medium body and a long, pleasing finish. 

Champagne AOC, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, WS 95

Cristal is a remarkably balanced and refined champagne whose length is inimitable. It has a silky texture and fruity aromas, complemented by a powerful mineral quality with white fruit and citrus notes. Cristal is a wine that keeps well: it can be conserved for over twenty years without losing its freshness and character.

Champagne AOC, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, WS 95

ON THE NOSE
The luminous sweetness of tropical fruit – green mango, melon, pineapple – instantly shines. It then cedes to more temperate notes, the tingle of orange zest, the mist of a mandarin orange. The wine breathes, revealing its freshness. The bloom after the rain. A tactile sensation of peony, jasmine and lilac.

ON THE PALATE
The wine immediately imposes its ample presence, full and massive. A sappy sensation dominates as the tactile is rapidly overtaken by the aromatic. The body unfolds: generous, firm and controlled. Then it contracts, letting the wine vibrate with spices and pepper. The energy is sustained to a scintillating, saline finish.

Champagne AOC, Pinot Noir 53%, Chardonnay 47%, WS 94

Light gold color. Complex nose, revealing turn of stone fruit fragrances, dried fruits, pastry discreet touch, gingerbread, mocha .The mouth marries vinosity precision and freshness. Nice length. Opulent vintage, a great Grande Dame.

GILBERT & GAILLARD DECEMBER 2015

Champagne AOC, Pinot Noir 50 - 55%, Meunier15 - 20 %, Chardonnay 28 - 33 %

Champagne AOC, Pinot Noir 50 - 55%, Chardonnay 28 - 33%, Meunier 15 - 20%

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label manages to reconcile two opposing factors - strength and silkiness - and to hold them in perfect balance with aromatic intensity and a lot of freshness. This consistent power to please makes it ideal as an aperitif, and perfect as the Champagne to enjoy with a meal.

WINE SPECTATOR DECEMBER 201

Champagne AOC, 2015, Chardonnay 50% and Pinot Noir 50%
The Grands Crus make up a significant
proportion at 70% while the other selected villages are all classified as Premiers Crus. Ageing in the cellars for 5 years helps it to flourish.
On the nose, the 2015 Vintage is simultaneously precise, pure and fruity. It abounds in aromatic finesse and good minerality. This lively freshness feeds into a bouquet of white flowers - orange blossom, lime flower and honeysuckle - punctuated by the aroma of fresh fruits like lime and white peach, delicately accompanied by notes of lightly toasted almonds. On the palate, the attack is full of energy, precise
and focussed. This rich, fruity and smooth sensation, with a hint of citrus, provides excellent balance between structure and finesse. Its almost chalky finish caresses the palate with a long and lingering saline tone.
It is the perfect confluence of terroir, year, climate and our House style. 

Champagne AOC, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay

VIBRANT AND FRUITY

The Taittinger Prestige Rosé cuvee stands out instantly with its intense, shimmering colour; the secret of which lies in its composition and delicate formulation.

Around 15% of the blend is in fact still red wine from the best Pinots Noirs of the Montagne de Reims, giving this cuvee its unique colour and its sweet intense taste. The high proportion of Chardonnay (30 %) completes the blend and creates the elegance and sophistication expected from a champagne by Taittinger. The nose is strong and expressive, characterised by the aroma of freshly crushed wild strawberries, cherries and blackcurrants. The addition of its delicate bubbles brings four words to mind: vibrancy, fruitiness, freshness and acidity - characteristics which only a great rosé blend can offer.

Champagne AOC, Pinot Noir 30-40%, Meunier 30-40 %, Chardonnay 20-30 %

TASTING NOTES
An elegant colour
Golden straw yellow with green highlights 

A sparkling bouquet

The vibrant intensity of green apple and citrus fruit
The freshness of mineral nuances and white flowers
The elegance of blond  notes (brioche, cereal, fresh nuts)

A GENEROUS PALATE COMBINING SUMPTUOUSNESS AND SUBTLETY
The delicious sumptuousness of white-fleshed fruits (pear, peach, apple)

The alluring caress of fine bubbles

Champagne AOC, Chardonnay 40%, Pinot Noir 35% and Pinot Meunier 25%
The brilliant body is golden yellow in colour. The bubbles are fine, while the foam is discreet yet lingering. The nose, very open and expressive, delivers aromas of fruit and brioche. It
also gives off the fragrance of peach, white flowers (hawthorn, acacia) and vanilla pod.The entry onto the palate is lively, fresh and in total harmony. This is a delicate wine with flavours of
fresh fruit and honey. Taittinger Brut Réserve, which acquires its maturity during three and four years ageing in the cellar, offers excellent aromatic potential. 
Taittinger Brut Réserve is the champagne for any ocassion, a symbol of festivity, this wine is the ideal partner of celebration for the happiest milestones in a lifetime.

Champagne AOC, Lamiable, Pinot Noir 60%, Chardonnay 40%

Terre d’étoiles evokes the element « Earth » the ground, the roots, the terroir, the history. Terre d’étoiles is the identity of the historic blend of the Lamiable house.
AROMAS
Gold aspects, pretty effervescence, sweet and fruity champagne, with aromas of small red fruits, final on the plum and the quince.
FOOD PAIRING
A perfect champagne for aperitif which can also accompany you throughout the meal with light and fine dishes. Ideal companion for the key moments of your life, champagne of excellence for the great events, it will seduce all of your guests from the wine of honor to the dessert.

Rive di Col San Martino, Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG, Graziano Merotto, Italy, Millesimato 2022
Brut, Glera, Italian Wines Gambero Rosso 2 Bicchieri

Appearance: straw yellow colour; creamy and brilliant foam; silky perlage with a texture of fine bubbles.

Bouquet: fine and intense, offering up immediate notes of white-pulp and citrus fruits, with pleasant floral undertones accompanied by a mineral verve.

Taste: fresh and sapid, with excellent volume and balance, all coming together to make a singularly pleasant whole.

Finish: the fruity and floral notes of the bouquet are represented with intensity and persistence.

Naboso, Slovakia, 2022
Müller-Thurgau, Grüner Veltliner & Moravian Muskat
NATURAL WINE
Méthode traditionnelle

Doudet Naudin, France, Pinot Noir
This wine has an attractive color, with flavors that combines citrus and acidity with red-currant fruit. Crisp and refreshing, it is ready to drink now. ROGER VOSS

Prosecco Superiore DOCG, Valdobbiadene, Bortolomiol, Italy, Millesimato 2021
Extra Dry, Glera
Originally the banda rossa or Red Band was a mark that the founder, Giuliano Bortolomiol, put only on bottles containing the best extra dry of the year. These were the bottles that were kept for real friends, those who shared his passion for the land, tradition and good wine. Since forty years the special Prosecco di Valdobbiadene that Giuliano marked has had its own label and represents the quality of the best wines from the Bortolomiol winery.
TASTING NOTES
The bouquet is rich and enormously pleasurable. The fragrance is of a variety of mature fruit: an aroma of powdery yellow apple and pear stand out, while there are also gentle shades of citrus sweet, fine flowery hints. The creamily sparkling palette doesn’t disappoint as it’s well moulded into the sugar residue. Wonderful as an aperitif, this wine is intriguing with savoury dishes delicately combined with fruit.

Gran Reserva, D.O. Cava, Juve & Camps, Spain, 2017
Brut Nature, Xarello 55%,Macabeo 35%,Parellada10%
Organic
This Cava is made mainly from the free-run juice of Macabeu, Xarello and Parellada grapes, harvested in our Espiells, Can Massana and La Cuscona estates.
It is an attractive, bright, pale gold cava. Its tiny abundant bubbles rise up forming a large number of streams and a stable crown.
Deep, intense and elegant, initially it evokes notes of ripe white fruit. Its complexity gradually increases and the aromas typical of long aging then appear. Hints of toast and a certain citrus background complete its distinguished aroma.
Its creamy mousse is perfectly integrated on the palate, making its texture in the mouth simultaneously fresh, rounded and evocative. All the aromas found in the glass are displayed in its long finish.

 

Cuvée Rosé Brut, Merotto, Piave, Veneto, Italy 
100% Pinot Noir

Appearance: bright pink; brilliant and silky foam; fine and persistent perlage.

Bouquet: intense and vivid; soft and elegant hints of small red fruits and a fresh hint of forest fruits.

Taste: persuasive, fresh and sapid centering on notes of raspberry, currant and wild strawberries.

Finish: dry and vibrant with a long fruity finish.

VALDOBBIADENE PROSECCO SUPERIORE D.O.C.G.
EXTRA DRY, MILLESIMATO 2021, Bortolomiol, Veneto, Italy, Glera

TASTING NOTES
Its finely balanced sugar residue and embracing fragrances give this wine softness and great adaptability. This is a wine for all occasions, from a drink at the bar with friends to an aperitif. But it is in the kitchen that it really shines. Perfect with vegetable soups and fried sheep’s brain, where on the one hand the sugar residue matches the sweetness of the dish and on the other the freshness and well-controlled mousse balances the fatty flavours.

SERVING TEMPERATURE
6 – 8 °C

TASTE
Fresh, typical, well-balanced and velvety

BOUQUET
Delicate, fruity and aromatic

Shabo, Odessa region, Ukraine, Chardonnay

Juve & Camps, Cava DO, Spain, 2019
Xarello, Macabeo, Perellada
100 % organic
Aromas and flavours.
This is a Cava with a seductive effervescence and a pleasantly intense aroma that displays the charm of the fresh ripe fruit with a delicate floral essence.
Slight hints of toasted bread gradually appear in the glass, shaping a delightful break from simplicity.
Almost musical on the palate, its amiability bestows it with an unexpected charm while its acidity ensures that every sip offers greater freshness.
This is a creamy, agreeable wine with a
simple exquisiteness.
The Essential Púrpura experience.
This is the ideal sparkling wine for after work, an aperitif or an impromptu meeting, a welcome moment of extravagance in a day that seemed destined to be just like any other.
Pair the wine with eggs Benedict for brunch, spaghetti Сacio e peppe, salmon tartare with dill or vegetable tempura.
Don’t forget to add good company!

D.O. Cava, Reserva, Juve & Camps, Spain, 2017
Brut, 34% Xarello, 33% Macabeo, 33% Parellada

DOC, Canti, Italy, 2021, Glera

FLAVOR: Dry and pleasantly fruity

COLOR: Light straw yellow with fine and persistent perlage

COMBINATIONS: Ideal as an aperitif and during the whole meal

SERVING TEMPERATURE: 7°-8° C.

Shabo, Odessa Region, Ukraine,
Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay
Méthode Traditionnelle
Appearence: Light Straw
Nose: Fragrant, Acacia blossom, Ripe Peach
Taste: Refreshing acidity, rounded and balanced

Non Alcohol Sparkling Wine

Grand Cru Classe, Pessac-Leognan AOC, 2015 
Sauvignon Blanc 75%, Sémillon 23%, Muscadelle 2%, 

TASTING NOTES

Its color is clear yellow.

The Sémillon wines are very aromatic with nuances of almond and quince.

The Sauvignon Blanc wines are perfectly ripe and even round this year.

The blend of these two grape varieties gives body to the final blend, which is vivacious and has a lovely bouquet.

Thanks to good acidity, it also has a beautiful long aftertaste.

Wine Spectator: 91-94/ 100

Decanter: 94/ 100

Le Point: 16/ 20

Entre-Deux-Mers AOC, Famille d'Amecourt, 2019, 2021, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
TYPE
Vin Blanc Sec

AOC
Bordeaux Blanc

VINIFICATION
Pour les Sémillons :
Vendanges à maturité. Arrivée au chai. Égrappage. Foulage. Pressurage pneumatique, débourbage. (pressurage direct sans macération).

Pour les Sauvignons :
Vendanges à maturité. Arrivée au chai. Égrappage. Foulage. MACÉRATION PELLICULAIRE pour les Sauvignons, entre 8 à 12 H. Pressurage pneumatique.

ÉLEVAGE
Sur lie fines 4 à 6 mois cuve bois et inox.

TERROIR
« Terrefort » ou argiles blanches

ASSEMBLAGE
50% Sauvignon Blanc ; 40% Sémillon ; 10% Colombard

DÉGUSTATION
ROBE
Robe jaune pâle brillante.

NEZ
Au nez, une palette de fruits exotiques, mangue, citron.

BOUCHE
En bouche, après une attaque fraîche et ronde, vient la minéralité puis les arômes de citrons confits et de fleurs d’acacia qui persistent en finale.
L’ensemble est long et complexe à l’image de cet assemblage unique de 5 cépages.
GARDE
1 à 5 ans.

AOC, Doudet Naudin, 2018, Chardonnay
CHARACTER AND STYLE
The rich colour is characterised by a straw yellow “robe”. The powerful smell open on some yellow fruit and flowers: hawthorn, quince, together with nuts and almonds. Round and wealthy richness on the palate let the place on some spices showing the very ripped fruits of the year. The fine tannins continue to give to this bottle a concentrate, well-balanced and long taste.
AGEING AND SERVICE
To drink young or to keep 3-5 years. Temperature of service: 14°C
This wine will accompany great dishes based on fishes, great shellfishes.
(Escalope of “Foie Gras cooked with some lemon, a spiced red mullet fillet…) Later it will accompany with success some creamy dishes or some more spicy recipes.

Grand Cru, Côte de Beaune, Domaine Doudet, 2018, Chardonnay
CHARACTER AND STYLE
Golden pale and limpid colour with some light and green nuances. The mineral and delicate nose shows some nuances of white flowers. All the elements of a great white wine are here: Richness, delicate and very fine taste, mixed and ripened fruits, spice, very well dominated tannins.
AGEING AND SERVICE
To keep until 20 years. Temperature of service: 14°C
This high class wine is incontestably intended to honour a beautiful cooking.
Cooked fish, shellfish, “Foie gras”, or quite simply out of aperitif: incomparable. We can advise chicken with cream, pullets, sweetbreads, foie gras, salmon with sorrel, American grilled lobster.

AOC, Doudet Naudin, 2020, Chardonnay
CHARACTER AND STYLE
A brilliant white golden colour. The bottle shows an expressive bouquet (almond, honeysuckle and some light exotic fruits). Like the nose the tasting is really distinguished, fine and concentrate. The bottle explains the yellow and white fruit together with floral aromas (almonds, honey). The taste is frank and long on the palate. Very nice on the palate the wine shows its breed and light and nice spices at the end. The vanilla tannins accompany this wine of class.
This wine will accompany all the great cooks based on fishes, great shellfishes (Saint Jacques). Also some “cheese soufflé, calf sweet bread pastry. Then the fish will put up themselves well with the richness of the wine, friends also a fatted chicken with cream or morels.

AOC, Doudet Naudin, 2019, Chardonnay
CHARACTER AND STYLE
Limpid and brilliant, the slightly tinted pale gold colour shows some green nuances.
The very clean nose reveals with elegance the richness of the ripped fruits (final with some citrus nuances), some almonds taste and a nice mineral unit. The mouth is well balanced with some freshness, the richness of the matter and the vivacity. If you add a nice persistence on the palate, you have in hand a charming and greedy wine.
AGEING AND SERVICE
To drink young. Temperature of Service: 12-13°C.
Multiple agreements are possible with this Pouilly-Fuissé: From an elegant aperitif to a gastronomic accompaniment: it will be advised for all fishes (a salmon cooked with a sorrel sauce for example), cooked shells and shellfish, white meats and « fat chicken » prepared with cream and mushrooms for examples. After 4 to 5 years or some soft cheeses too.

Fourchaume, Premier Cru, Domaine du Colombier, 2022, Chardonnay
Rich in fruit aromas (lemon, grapefruit), perfectly dry with a hint of "gun smoke" and great length in the mouth.

 

Excellent with scallops, fish in sauce and white meats.

Domaine du Colombier, 2020, 2021, Chardonnay

A fruity and mineral wine.

Goes well with starters, cooked sea food,
cooked meats and Burgundian snails.

Sancerre AOC, J.Mellot, 2022, Sauvignon Blanc

TASTING NOTE
Robe: pale yellow color with green hues.
Nose: intense mineral notes giving way to
a fruity and delicate expression.
Palate: mineral and elegant mouth with
aromas of pear and yellow peach
bringing the aromatic and juicy side of
the wine. Elegant salinity, well-balanced.
FOOD & WINE PAIRINGS
Ideal with white fishes, a creamy risotto
with curry shrimps, a grilled crayfish or also
with Crottin de Chavignol, an old Comté.

Pouilly-Fume AOC, J.Mellot, 2020, Sauvignon  Blanc

Reserve, Trimbach, 2016
Gewurztraminer

The most fruity and spicy: a unique wine.

It is in Alsace that this grape variety reaches all its perfection.

Its dry character allows amateurs to enjoy it as an aperitif or accompanied by specialties with a strong personality.

This wine made from a selection of grapes is produced only in the great years and improves over the years.

Pairings : spicy dishes, oriental or Asian cuisine, character cheeses, fruity desserts.

Aging potential : 5-10 years.

Reserve, Trimbach, 2017

One of the most remarkable Alsace grape varieties which combines a full-bodied, heady and always dry fruitiness. Its generous character and its hint of smoke go perfectly with the pleasures of the table.

Pairings : terrines, smoked fish, in sauce and raw, white meats, sweetbreads, mushrooms, spicy and aromatic dishes, Asian cuisine ...

Aging potential : 5-10 years.

Trimbach, Alsace AOC, France, 2021


Riesling
“One of the greatest grape varieties in the world! " 

Riesling is the most emblematic of Alsace grape varieties.

Its delicate bouquet, the beautiful balance between its dry character, its distinguished fruitiness and its natural liveliness contribute to its exceptional richness.

As required by the style of the house, it is vinified in a dry, straight, precise style.

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Pairings :  throughout the meal, with the specialties of Alsatian gastronomy, but also noble fish and raw fish, shellfish and seafood, white meats, white wine sauces, spices, refined oriental dishes 

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Aging potential : between 3 and 5 years

Alsace AOC, Trimbach, France, 2019


Gewurztraminer
The most fruity and spicy: a unique wine.

It is in Alsace that this grape variety reaches all its perfection.

Its dry character allows amateurs to enjoy it as an aperitif or accompanied by specialties with a strong personality.

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Pairings : spicy fish or meats, exotic spicy dishes, soft cheeses (the unavoidable Munster), a well-seasoned steak tartare, some desserts, and many others.

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Aging potential : between 3 and 5 years

Doudet-Naudin, Vin de France, 2021
CHARACTER AND STYLE
Aromatic, fine, and well balanced wine with its light golden colour with some green reflects. (Nuances and taste of linden-tree, mango, peach and some citrus. In the mouth the wine is very charming, thanks to its freshness and its fruity aromas. Doudet-Naudin, fine wines producer since 1849, takes advantage of its experience to express this famous grape variety.
AGEING AND SERVICE
To drink young. Temperature of service: 12-13°C.
This wine accompanies all the fishes, the shellfishes, the pastas and also the white meats. Excellent as an “aperitif”, just on his own.

Luberon AOC, Rhône Valley, Famille Perrin, 2020
Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Ugni Blanc, Vermentino

Domäne Wachau, Wachau, 2020
Vegan

Grüner Veltliner Federspiel Terrassen is a real benchmark wine from Wachau. The wine offers distinctive aromas of green apple, white pepper, hints of mango and delicate herbal notes, This Federspiel is a classic example of Grüner Veltliner with its medium-body crisp acidity, juicy fruits, and white spice on the finish. The name Federspiel is derived from falconry which was a very popular leisure time activity among the nobility in medieval times.
The falcon stands for the remarkable elegance of these dry white wines. Serve well chilled.
Grüner Veltliner Federspiel Terrassen ideally accompanies Austrian cuisine such as a crispy
Cordon Bleu or Schnitzel with risipisi or a Tafelspitz (boiled beef) with its classic side dishes
(apple horseradish & chive sauce). The wine also goes well with Mediterranean dishes, for example a Saltimbocca or a powerful Paella, also, for many types of cheese or Far Eastern cuisine such as for example Vietnamese spring rolls.

Kabinett, Erdener Treppchen, Mosel, Dr. Loosen, 2020, 2021, WE 91

[93-94] James Suckling
“So much lemon and herbal freshness with a touch of
licorice. Excellent balance of mineral acidity and delicate
fruit on the very lively palate, the grape sweetness barely
perceptible. Very crisp, clean finish.” — June 2021

Feinherb, Qualitatswein, Mosel, Dr. Loosen, 2020

This is the "off-dry" option in our series of terroir-focused Rieslings. With its natural lightness, fine fruit sweetness and a playful acidity, this wine is reminiscent of the typical Mosel wine of the 1950s and ‘60s.

Nemea AOP, A. & G. Papaioannou, 2019, 2022
Organic wine.

Characteristics: It is characterized by an intense aroma of yellow fruits and lemon flowers. It has a full bodied taste and an exceptional acidity.

Gastronomic aspects: Perfect with fish, seafood and white meat.

Pazo de San Mauro, Rias Baixas DO, Marqués de Vargas, 2018-19

The Pazo de San Mauro 2021 Vintage is characterised by a high aromatic intensity
with an expressive, fresh and very fruity bouquet. It offers clearly defined varietal
aromas of green apple and citric scents and presents plenty of minerality and
vivacity on the palate, with hints of lemon, grapefruit and apple, a silky sensation
and a persistent finish. An especially Atlantic style vintage, very mineral and
refreshing.

Orvieto DOC Classico Superiore, Castello della Sala Estate, Marchesi Antinori, Umbria, 2020, Grechetto, Procanico, Pinot Bianco, Viognier
San Giovanni della Sala is a pale straw yellow color with greenish highlights. Its nose offers pleasurable notes of tropical fruit that merge with light mineral sensations. On the palate, excellent balance between structure and freshness, good savory character and pleasant persistence of yellow fruit.

Menfi DOC, Planeta, Sicilia, 2021
TASTING NOTES: A single-variety Chardonnay
which clearly demonstrates the characteristics
which have made it so well known. From the rich
light gold colour, deep but transparent, the
pleasing contrast of creaminess and crunchiness
which is evident on tasting can be anticipated. It
is indeed a soft white wine supported by a
refreshing note of acidity which accompanies
every sip. A slight mineral touch harmoniously
combines the flavour of ripe yellow peaches,
acacia honey and marzipan with peaty, cereal
and toasted aromas which appear at the
powerful and balanced finish.

Umbria IGT, Castello della Sala Estate, Marchesi Antinori, 2019 Chardonnay, Grechetto, WA 95

Tasting Notes
Cervaro della Sala 2019 is pale yellow in color with notable greenish highlights. Its intense, complex nose shows
notes of citrus fruit, pineapples and acacia blossoms that blend harmoniously with hints of vanilla and flint. On the
palate, it’s generous, refined and well structured; pleasantly savory notes are well-balanced by typical sweet
sensations of hazelnut butter. The 2019 vintage will be remembered as one of Cervaro della Sala’s greatest
vintages, perfectly enjoyable upon release, but has remarkable aging potential for years to come

Terre Siciliane IGT, Occhipinti, 2022
Moscato di Alessandria 60%, Albanello 40%

Menfi DOC, Planeta, Sicilia, 2021, 100% Fiano
A great white wine comparable with great white wines of the world; this was the initial project. Thus began our experiments with Fiano during the 1990’s, a noble and ancient vine with origins in Campania. And thus Cometa began, the best expression in a unique and original way of the characteristics of this extraordinary vine. Intense and fruity aromas, its great structure and minerality today make it one of the most important white wines of southern Italy, cultivated according to the criteria of sustainability and organicity.
 Broom flowers and thyme, the delicate aromas of chamomile, hay, mango and pomelo. A mineral palate with vibrantly savoury traces which quiver and quench.
 The finish presents a silky tactile sensation with a refined aftertaste of ripe apricot, of almond flowers and basil flowers.

Gavi DOCG del comune di Gavi, Castellari Bergaglio, Piedmont, 2021-22, Cortese di Gavi

TASTING NOTES
Admirable balance and easy drinking are Rolona’s main personality traits. The bouquet is rich and long lingering, offering crisp, refreshing aromas of pear and green apple, dried hay, plus an intriguing hint of
citrus and earthy mineral.
This Gavi is most impressive on the palate, with a leisurely development and lively crispness that attest to its absolutely classic style. 
Serve in tulip-shaped glass at 10° C

The wine is very pleasant the spring after the harvest but is at its most enjoyable after a few months in the bottles. It can be kept in bottles for several years without suffering in quality.

Langhe DOC, Bianco, Fontanafredda, Piedmont, 2015, Riesling, Nascetta
Straw yellow with greenish reflexes.
Bouquet: mineral notes together with citrus, peach, rosemary and basil aromas.
The taste is pleasantly acid with an almost salty aftertaste.

DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio, Campania, 2020 Greco

Organoleptic test
The perfume is intense and persistent. One can recall in the nose clear sensations of fruit. For the taste, one immediately perceives the broad acidity and the spicy minerality, typical of a vine culitvated in Tufo. Immediately following, there are soft notes of balsamic.

Gastronomic combinations
Drink with raw fish, bufala mozzarella and first courses of white meats.

Veneto-Friuli-Trentino, IGT, Cesari, 2022

COLOR:
Bright straw yellow color
AROMA:
Fresh bouquet of fruit and flowers.
TASTE:
Dry, fresh and well-balanced with a good lenght
BEST SERVED WITH:
Excellent as an aperitif, it pairs well with antipasti, fish and seafood dishes.
SERVING TEMPERATURE:
10°/ 12°C.

Toscana IGT, Marchesi Antinori, 2020 Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc, Trebbiano, Malvasia Toscana, Rhine Riesling

Tasting Notes
Villa Antinori Bianco is straw yellow in color with greenish hues. On the nose it is refined, elegant, fruity and floral with notes of banana, pears, pineapples, and orange blossoms. The palate is flavorful with a fresh mineral finish.

Sicilia DOC, Planeta, 2018, 2020
Grecanico 50%, Chardonnay 30%, Viognier 10%, Fiano 10%,  JS 92

Soave DOC Classico, Veneto, Cesari, 2021
Garganega 90%, Trebbiano 10%

Produced in the traditional production area of Soave, Monteforte d'Alpone, Montecchia di Crosara. Obtained from Garganega and Trebbiano grapes. Excellent as aperitif, suitable with hors-d'oeuvres and fish.

Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Hamilton Russell Vineyards, South Africa, 2021

A tight, minerally wine with classic Hamilton Russell Vineyards length and complexity. Unusually prominent pear and lime fruit aromas and flavours are brought beautifully into focus by a tight line of bright natural acid and a long, dry minerality. An elegant, yet textured and intense wine with a strong personality of both place and vintage.

95 Andrew Howard MW, Decanter

Showing just a hint of reduction, this is a lovely Chardonnay that takes me back to the Burgundy 2018 en-primeur week in January. Côte de Beaune-like on the nose, with restrained notes of orange box and stoned fruits. This has great focus and grip on the palate and although there is plenty of weight and fleshiness, the prominent acidity keeps all the elements in perfect balance. Perhaps a bit more Corton-Charlemagne than Meursault, this is a very fine, top-class, Chardonnay.

Marlborough, Cloudy Bay, New Zealand, 2021

NOSE: The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is
intense and vibrant. The nose is open,
appealing and expressive, with ripe
passionfruit, white peach and a hint of lime.
PALATE: The palate is deliciously
concentrated and tropical, underpinned by
nectarine and blossoms. Saline notes bring
structure, while passionfruit and vibrant
citrus acidity bring balance. The compelling
finish encourages you to take another sip,
and then another. It also hints at the rewards
of keeping a bottle aside for a future special
event - if you can wait, that is.

Tygerberg, Spier, South Africa, 2020

Pale lemon gold at a glance, this is a gloriously fresh and pure style of Chenin Blanc. Upfront ripe, juicy peach and pear fruit aromas are balanced with notes of dried apricot and a lick of oak spice. The palate is youthful but wonderfully luscious, refreshed by mouth-watering acidity and a lingering fruit core finish that provides complexity and texture.

This delicious wine comes from dryland vines. The oldest parcel is 37 years of age. At one point, the vines were going to be uprooted. Luckily, we recognised their potential and resurrected the vineyard. That’s why I call it the ‘Lazarus’ vineyard - such vine maturity draws a beautiful and focused expression of terroir into the wine. It continues to reward us vintage after vintage.

- Johan Jordaan, Cellar Master, Spier

Moppa, Barossa Valley, Kalleske, Australia, 2020, Viognier.
TASTING NOTES
The 2021 Plenarius is copper-gold in colour with brilliant
amber edges.
Aromatically it is lifted, captivating and favourably
perplexing. There’s tinned apricot, marmalade, jasmine perfume as well as candied ginger and hints of lemongrass.
The aroma implies a sweet wine awaits, but the first sip jolts a clean dryness. An unctuous texture then develops giving a yin-yang of dry but pseudo-sweetness with ripe tropical fruits evident. This wine is rustic but simultaneously polished; grippy skin phenolics are offset beautifully by a glycerol richness and a fine natural acid line. Dynamic and engaging, it evolves with a multitude of flavours invariably bustling in and out. A long lengthy
finish completes this charismatic Viognier with its
intriguing mix of aromas, flavours and textures.
Recommended Drinking: Within 12-18 months from release.

Private Selection, California, Robert Mondavi, USA, 2019

Our Bourbon Barrel-Aged Chardonnay is rich and layered with expressive character from its unique aging. We craft this wine with grapes from cool, coastal California vineyards, imparting aromas of ripe pineapple and toasted coconut and rich and creamy flavors of ripe pineapple and juicy peach, balanced by bright acidity. Select lots are then aged in Bourbon Whiskey barrels selected from a renowned Kentucky distillery, delivering a twist of caramel, vanilla and subtle toasted oak when added to the blend.

Marlborough Sun, Marlborough, New Zealand,  2022

AROMA
Bright tropical aromas of passionfruit with fresh lifted notes of
gooseberry and citrus.
PALATE
Distinctive Marlborough flavours of gooseberry, passionfruit
and honeysuckle. The palate is intensely concentrated, rich and
lively with a fresh, crisp finish.
AGEING POTENTIAL
Perfect for drinking immediately, this Sauvignon Blanc will be at its
best over the next two years.

The Golan Heights Winery, Israel, 2016, 2017

The 2017 Yarden Viognier features aromatic notes of flowers, apricot, peach, green plum and green apple, intermingling with hints of French oak. With medium body and crisp acidity, this wine is elegantly drinkable.

Ready to enjoy upon release, Yarden Viognier should age nicely for a few years from harvest. We love serving the wine with mild mango chicken curry, ginger-glazed halibut, or a caramelized leek quiche.

Shabo, Odessa region, 2015, 2017

Appearance:
Straw yellow, bright
Nose:
Stone fruit, lightly oaked
Palate:
Elegant

AOP Côtes de Provence, Perrin Et Fils, France, 2021,
Cinsault, Grenache, Rolle, Syrah, WS 88

TASTING NOTES
Elegant pale-pink colour, evoking a rose petal. On the nose, Miraval Rosé shows all its elegance: beautifully fresh, it exudes aromas of fresh fruit, currants and fresh rose with a zest of lemon. The refinement continues in the mouth with a beautiful liveliness and gourmet notes that subtly balance the mineral and saline notes. An irresistible wine that ends with a long finish with lemony notes.

Apostolos Thymiopoulos, Macedonia PGI, Greese, 2021, 100% Xinomavro

It has medium salmon color in the glass.

Expressive nose with dominating aromas of strawberry jam and tomato. Candied rose petals, cherry, raspberry, caramel, and quince nuances make up an interesting bouquet.

On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with soft tannins and crisp acidity that perfectly balances the oily texture. Ripe strawberry, sweet cherry, caramel, sun-dried tomato, and spicy notes fill your mouth with every sip. Toffee aftertaste that lasts.

Tavel AOC, Brotte, France, 2019, Majority of Grenache, Syrah, D 91

Colour – Beautiful vivid pink with bright glints.
Nose –Reminiscent of small red fruits (red cherry, strawberry) with nuances of white-fleshed stone fruits (white peach, nectarine).
Palate –Revealing fresh fruit flavours of wild strawberry, this rosé has gentle acidity showing a smooth elegance and intensity with a plump finish.

FOOD AND WINE MATCHING : 
Serve at 13 °C.
Serve as an aperitif or enjoy with cold fish starters, seafood pasta, herb sausages, chicken and pomegranate salad, sheep cheeses or fresh slices of melon.

Kherson region, Prince Trubetskoy Winery, Ukraine, 2017

Château Latour, Premier Grand Cru Classe en 1855, Pauillac AOC, 2009
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, RP 95

Les Forts de Latour is produced with the same meticulous care as the Grand Vin, both in the vineyard and in the winery. The only notable difference, apart from the origin of the grapes, is the proportion of new barrels (50 to 60%) used in the maturing stage.

The blend for Forts de Latour can vary from one year to the next but there is always a higher proportion of Merlot (25 to 30%) compared to the Grand Vin.

3e Grand Cru Classe en 1855, Margaux AOC, 2010
Cabernet Sauvignon 61%, Merlot 39%, RP 95

Wine Advocate - April 2011
“ Emmanuel Cruse has done a superb job at this moated castle on the southern approach to the
appellation of Margaux. The dense blue/ purple-tinged 2010 reveals notes of violets, blue and black
fruits, a striking minerality, excellent purity, texture and length, a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel and
noticeable but sweet, well-integrated tannins. It should drink well in 5-6 years and last 25-35.”
(94-96 pts)

Pomerol AOC, 2010
Merlot 85%, Cabernet Franc 15%

Situated on the northern edge of the plateau of Pomerol, nestled between Château Gazin and Château La Fleur-Pétrus, this wine has been produced by Ets. Jean-Pierre Moueix since 1976. 

The vineyard (averaging 30 years of age), is planted on soils varying from gravel to clay to silt, allowing for a very elegant expression of Merlot.

The vineyard management and vinification are carried out traditionally and with great care, producing a plump, supple, fleshy wine with ripe fruit and silky tannins. 

Eminently approachable, even in its youth, Lafleur-Gazin is a delightful expression of the lighter style of Pomerol wines. 

4e Grand Cru Classe in 1855, Margaux AOC, 2015
Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Merlot 40%, Petit Verdot 5%

Chateau Léoville Poyferré 2d Grand Cru Classé en 1855, Saint Julien AOC, 2016
57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Cabernet Franc, 12% Petit Verdot
In 2016 Moulin Riche is absolutely gorgeous. Fresh, vibrant and full of energy, the 2016 is impressive today. The wine appears to have shed some baby fat and gained in aromatic complexity over the last two years. Sweet red-toned fruit, rose petal, mint and chalk lend understatement to the classy, mid-weight Saint-Julien. The 2016 was bottled at the end of May (earlier than many other Left Bank wines) and might be entering a period of closure. Still, I find a lot to admire. - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media

Château Cos d’Estournel, 2e Grand Cru Classe en 1855, Saint-Estephe AOC, 2011
Cabernet Sauvignon 65%, Merlot 33%, Petit Verdot 2%

The 2011 has a ruby-red colour and a bouquet of fresh strawberries and mint. The first impression is quite remarkable. There are nuances of blackberry, blueberry, and vanilla on the palate, which are fairly long. Despite a high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine expresses all the roundness of Merlot and has a delicious tannic texture. Softer than 2009 or 2010, it can be enjoyed as of now.

17/ 20 – BETTANE & DESSEAUVE
15,5/ 20 – JANCIS ROBINSON

Thunevin, Pomerol AOC, 2009
Merlot 90 %, Cabernet Franc 10 %

Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé, 2015

Château Laroze has been a Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé since the first classification in 1955 and is the historic product of the property. The subtlety of its aromas derive from the main duo in its composition: Merlot and Cabernet Franc.

This combination is unusual in these proportions for a Saint-Emilion wine and produces an atypical yet appealing tasting experience:

A discrete, measured attack with recognisable Merlot flavours, then once on the palate, it grows into an aromatically intense, big-tasting wine as the Cabernet Franc kicks in.
A long, fresh, flavoursome finish resulting from the finely crafted blend of five varieties: Merlot (60%), Cabernet Franc (28%), Cabernet Sauvignon (8%), Malbec (1%) and Petit Verdot (3%).
Château Laroze is said to be a complex wine with many layers that is both sumptuous and subtle, and whose main characteristics are balance and harmony.

Château Pichon Baron, 2e Grand Cru Classé en 1855, Pauillac AOC, 2014
Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Merlot 45%, RP 90-92

Les Griffons de Pichon Baron is one of the second wines of the property. Created since the 2012 vintage, it has a pure and direct character.
The grapes which make up this wine's blend come primarily from gravelly plots of land near to the Gironde estuary, a good environment for Cabernet-sauvignon.
Les Griffons offers a vigorous and fresh tasting experience, full-bodied and clean, overflowing with energy.
It can be laid down in the cellar for over 20 years or enjoyed right away.

Tasting note
The colour is dark; a deep red garnet. The nose is enhanced by fresh fruit, blackcurrant cream and blueberries with an elegant oaky note. The palate is soft and velvety with delicate, precise tannins. Carried by the great maturity that emanates from the quality of the fruit, the finish is delectable, elegant and distinguished. Overall it is opulent yet light.
Jean-René Matignon 

Thunevin, Château Valandraud, Saint Emilion Grand Cru, 2017
Merlot 65 %, Cabernet Franc 25%, Cabernet Sauvignon 5%, Malbec 4%, Carmenère 1% RP 90-92

Initially the Second Wine of Chateau Valandraud, which bears the name of Jean-Luc Thunevin's daughter, Virginie de Valandraud became a full-fledged vintage from 1997 with its own plots that are distinct from those of the First Wine Chateau Valandraud.

Wine Advocate-Parker :
The 2017 Virginie de Valandraud is deep garnet-purple in color and offers up aromas of crushed blackberries, warm black cherries and violets with scents of cedar chest and cinnamon stick. Medium to full-bodied with ripe, plush tannins and great freshness, it delivers a lovely core of pure black fruit and a floral finish. 

Château Smith Haut Lafitte, Pessac-Leognan AOC, 2017
Cabernet Sauvignon 55 %, Merlot 45 %

Tasting notes by Fabien Teitgen, Technical Director.
Le Petit Haut Lafitte 2016 is a deep, dark, intense red. Still somewhat discreet, the nose reveals notes of black fruit and dried grass. Upon aeration it becomes much more expressive and complex, with notes of blackberry, blackcurrant, cigar leaves, dried jalapenos, and cold smoke.
On the palate the 2016 is concentrated with the firm tannic structure of Cabernet Sauvignon. Thanks to the Merlot, it is also full, smooth and ample.
Le Petit Haut Lafitte delivers lovely structure, volume and smoothness with a very long, fresh finish that recalls the same aromatic palette as the nose, with notes of blackberry, blackcurrant, tobacco leaves, star anise and flint.
Refined and elegant, Le Petit Haut Lafitte 2016 expresses the characteristics of Cabernet grapes planted on gravelly soils.

Château Cantenac Brown, 3e Grand Cru Classe en 1855, Margaux AOC, 2014
Cabernet Sauvignon 65%, Merlot 30%, Cabernet Fran 5%

Château Lagrange, 3e  Grand Cru Classe en 1855, Saint-Julien AOC, 2011
Cabernet Sauvignon 60%, Merlot 34%, 6% Petit Verdot
TASTING NOTE

Crimson red color. The fruity nose (cherrys, raspberry and redcurrant) gives freshness to this early vintage. The Cabernet Sauvignon elegantly brings the tannic structure that is needed. Good length for this wine whose vines have an average age of 30 years and over.

 Margaux AOC, Château Brane-Cantenac's Second Grand Cru Classe en 1855 3rd wine, 2019
77 % Merlot
17 % Cabernet Sauvignon
5 % Cabernet Franc
1 % Carménère
Ruby hue with purple reflection.
The nose is complex with red and black fruits, slightly smoky and a hint of floral notes such as violet.
The attack is silky, the mid-palate is lively and fleshy.
The wine is medium-bodied, very round with
a lovely acidity. Well balanced. The finish is long with fruity aromas.
To keep for 3 to 5 years. Aerate before serving.

Graves Rouge AOC, Denis & Florence Dubourdieu Earl, 2012
Cabernet Sauvignon  50 %, Merlot  45 %, Cabernet Franc 5 %, RP 88, WS 88-91

Nice bright style, with sleek Damson plum, cassis and dark anise notes. Charcoal
hints frame the finish, lending some bass to the treble.

Cru Bourgeois, Medoc AOC, 2014, JS91, Bordeaux style Red Blend

It all started in 1989 when Jean Guyon bought 2 ha of vines with a wooden hut. The development of the vineyard is the reflection of Jean’s charisma and character… Always seeking to do better. At the beginning, this wine was made for friends, a garage wine-like. Facing a huge success, Jean decided to move forward. Selecting the best parcel of the plateau de By, he bought a few ha there and then for their soil characteristics. Our days the vineyard is 87 ha. The combination of the soil and merlot grape results in wines true to themselves: subtle, soft rounded with just the right amount of tannin. With a lot of efforts working in the vineyard, the result is an addictive chocolate cake like wine. You enjoy one glass, and you want another one.

Bordeaux Superieur, 2019, Bordeaux  style Red Blend

Delbos-Bouteiller, Haut-Medoc AOC, 2010
Cabernet Sauvignon 60%, Merlot 36%, Petit Verdot 4%

Soft and silky, with lovely fruit and a long and caressing texture. Excellent core of fruit. Solid for the vintage. An excellent Lanessan.

91-92
James Suckling - march 2011

Troisième vin du Château Calon Ségur, 3e Grand Cru Classe en 1855, Saint Estephe AOC, 2017
Cabernet Sauvignon 56%, Merlot 35%, Cabernet Franc 7%, Petit Verdot 2%

Premier Cru, Bourgogne AOC, Joseph Drouhin, 2019, Pinot Noir

"An elegant wine with a character all of its own! Bright, vivid, red colour. Intense and fruity nose where notes of wet undergrowth and wild nature can be detected. Fleshy and well structured on the palate. A little chunky in its youth, it becomes rounder and delicious to drink as it gets older. Very flavourful aftertaste".

Bourgogne AOC, Louis Jadot, 2021, Pinot Noir

VINEYARD INFORMATION
The wine will be quite complex because of the different grapes origin : Côte de Nuits, Saône et Loire and Irancy will give structure and tannins whilst Hautes Côtes will gives fruitiness.

VINIFICATION
AND MATURATION
The various wines are blended after a traditional vinification. Aging lasts 8 to 10 months in oak barrels from our cooperage or in stainless steel vats before being bottled.

SERVING TIP
Grilled red tuna fish, grilled salmon, tataki beef, terrines, (rabbit, porc), moussaka, veal liver, fondue bourguignonne, tartar steak, roasted veal, duck breast salad, roasted guinea fowl, hard cheese.

Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC, M. Chapoutier, 2017, 2020
RP 91 Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah

Appearance: intense crimson-red.
Nose: complex and subtle, blackcurrant and plum followed by roasted coffee and cinnamon, cherry, morello cherry.
Palate: opening into spicy (liquorice) and fruity aromas.
Sommelier's advice: Tuna fish carpaccio. All meats : marinated or in sauces Large game All cheeses

AOC, Famille Perrin, 2019 
Grenache 40%, Mourvèdre 40%, Syrah 20%

TASTING NOTES
Beautiful intense and deep red colour with purple reflections. This wine opens up with a powerful, very expressive empyreumatic nose with toasted notes, undergrowth and mushrooms such as truffles subtly mixed with aromas of kirsch. On the palate, it shows elegance with fine tannins that balance the opulent notes of very ripe black fruit and typical Syrah spices with a superb long finish.

Vin de France, Doudet-Naudin, 2021-22

CHARACTER AND STYLE
Dark ruby color. The nose is aromatic, with scents of black and red berries mixed with flower aromas. This wine is rich, long and complex, and displays fruity flavours (cherries, blackberries, blackcurrants). The Pinot Noir Vin de France of Doudet-Naudin is a wine full of delicacy. Fresh and fruity, it is very pleasant, all in harmony. Doudet Naudin, Burgundy fine wines producer since 1849, makes the best use of its know-how to produce this great wine.

Famille Perrin, France, 2020, 2021, Carignan, Cinsault, Grenache, Syrah

Since 1970, La Vieille Ferme has been producing authentic, honest and tasty wines vintage after vintage. In some of the world’s best restaurants and bars, La Vieille Ferme has been acknowledged as one of the best value for money wines in the world.

TASTING NOTES
Pretty purple colour with shiny reflections. The nose reveals a seductive bouquet of red fruit and spices. Full of delicacy, the palate is full of freshness and well balanced, with aromas of cherries and very soft tannins, giving this wine great drinkability.

Barolo DOCG, Fontanafredda, 1998, Nebbiolo, WS 91

DOCG, Prunotto, Piemonte, Italy, 2018, 100% Nebbiolo

Tasting Notes
Prunotto’s Barolo is garnet red in color with ruby highlights. Complex and generous on the nose with pleasant aromas of rose petals, red fruit and spicy sensations.  The palate is full, exceptionally well-balanced with sweet, elegant, silky tannins with a persistent, rich finish.

Langhe DOP, Gaja, 2015, 2016
Nebbiolo 35% , Merlot 25%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%, Barbera 25%

Tasting notes:
The fresh ruby red of the Gaja Langhe Rosso Sito Moresco catches the eye. In the nose fruity and fresh. On the palate, it is very elegant with aromas of different fruits such as cherries and berries with aromas of various spices. Long-lasting with well-integrated tannins in the finish.

DOCG, Prunotto, Piemonte, Italy, 2020, 
100% Nebbiolo

Tasting Notes
Barbaresco 2019 is an intense garnet red color. Complex on the nose, it offers aromas of wild berries, spices and aromatic herbs. The palate is velvety, harmonious, and elegant with a lingering persistent finish.

Classico,  DOCG, Allegrini, 2016
D 93, WE 95 Corvina Veronese 45%, Corvinone 45%, Rondinella 5%, Oseleta 5%

Tasting notes
Intense ruby red tending to garnet, it reveals an extraordinary complexity on the nose, with notes of cherries in spirits and blackberry jam, followed by hints of dried violets, dark chocolate, coffee and tobacco. It takes the palate by surprise with its balance, freshness and softness, enhanced by silky-smooth tannins.

Classico,  DOCG, Zeni, Barriques 2016
Vini d’Italia del Gambero Rosso 2 bicchieri, JS 92
Corvina 40% , Corvinone 50%, Rondinella 10%
Tasting Notes:
Colour: deep ruby red with a garnet red tinge
Bouquet: pervasive, with notes of vanilla and hints of cocoa and spices
Palate: full-bodied, harmonic, pleasantly tannin-rich, with notes of vanilla
Serving suggestions: wine to be best enjoyed within 8-10 years from bottling, served at a temperature of 17-19°C, uncorking the bottle at least half an hour before serving

DOC, Allegrini, 2020
Corvina Veronese 70%, Rondinella 25%, Oseleta 5%
Tasting notes
Ruby red in colour with purplish hues, it expresses a fragrant fruity note dominated by cherry, echoed by fresher nuances of aromatic herbs.

DOC, Cesari, 2019
Corvina 65%, Rondinella 15%, Negrara-Rossignola 20%
COLOR
Garnet colour not too deep, orange brick rim.
FRAGRANCE
Fruity with a delicate violet aroma.
TASTE
Smooth, fruity dry, harmonic
BEST SERVED WITH
Goes well with pasta dishes, white meats and mild cheese.

DOC Bolgheri, Tenuta San Guido, 2018, 2019
Cabernet Sauvignon 85 %, Cabernet Franc 15 %
Supple and beautifully defined, with black cherry, black currant and blackberry fruit augmented by tobacco, iron and thyme. Firmly structured, tightening up as this lingers with an aftertaste of dark fruit, graphite and spice. Shows a sense of elegance as well as power and intensity. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2024 through 2045.

Bruce Sanderson
Senior Editor, New York
Wine Spectator (98 for vintage 2019)

IGT, Marchesi Antinori, 2016
Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, JS 97, WS 97, WA 97

Tignanello 2016 is in full harmony with the vintage. This wine shows an intense and bright ruby red color. On the nose, notes of ripe red fruits come together with pleasant hints of fresh blackberry and wild berries. At the same time, it shows delicate and perfectly integrated aromas of vanilla and dark chocolate with light spice sensations. On the palate, the wine is vibrant, with silky and refined tannins. Balanced and intense, it has a long, complex and persistent finish

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tenuta San Giorgio, Italy, 2015,100% Sangiovese, Wine Spectator 94, Wine Advocate 93

Rich and vibrant Brunello from Castelnuovo dell'Abate
Initially dominated by blueberries, then develops greater presence of red fruits, with violet and black cherry flavors rising on the long coffee and oaky finish.
Beautifully pure and inviting, with sweeping acidity and soft and ripe tannins.
VINIFICATION
Wine made from 10-15 year-old vineyards, located at an altitude of 450 metres above sea level and with soils characterised by clay and heavy stone. The climate is temperate Mediterranean but windy.
This Brunello di Montalcino is made with 100% Sangiovese Grosso and the fermentation is spontaneous and made in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. After the malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for 2 year in 30 hl oak casks and released after 4 years after the harvest.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ruffino, 2013
Sangiovese Grosso, WS 92, WE 95, RP 90, JS 93
THE STORY
In Montalcino, Sangiovese Grosso is a cause for celebration, known locally as Brunello, a particular variety of the traditional Tuscan grape. Powerful and ageworthy, this wine is the most profound and finest expression of the local area, with its perfect combination of robust body and unparalleled finesse. This Brunello DOCG exemplifies Ruffino’s approach, based on century-long winemaking expertise coupled with artisan control over every step of production from vine to bottle. 
AROMA
A complex series of aromas that range from dog rose to plant and freshly baked cakes. Slight spices ensue as well as a complicated bouquet midway between quinine and citrus fruit.  
TASTING PROFILE
The tannic structure is a prelude to the unyielding yet elegant palate, formidable and enduring.
FULL TASTING NOTES
A noble expression of the Montalcino area rooted in the land.

Toscana IGT, Tenuta San Guido, 2016, 2020, 2021
Cabernet Sauvignon 60 %, Merlot 40 %, 2016 JS 95, RP 94, W&S 94

Ca’Marcanda, Toscana IGT, Gaja, 2018, 2020
Merlot 55%, Syrah 35%, Sangiovese 10%, RP 93, WS 92, JS 92

Toscana IGT, Ruffino, 2018
Sangiovese 39%, Merlot 35%, Cabernet Sauvignon 26%
COLOR
Deep ruby red with purple highlights by the rim.

AROMA
The bouquet is profound and intoxicating, balanced between balsamic and plant nuances, from the stalks and seeds. The fruit impregnates the nose, which is resolved with elegant spice, while the vanilla accentuates the roasted notes.

TASTING PROFILE
Mellow in the mouth with intrigue provided by the blackberries, silky tannins and opulent structure. The finish unfurls into fleshy softness trimmed with gentle spices.

FULL TASTING NOTES
A top Supertuscan, brimming with coherent and organized sensations, enlightened by three-dimensional and communicative expressiveness.

FOOD PAIRINGS
Game and mature cheeses. The personality of Modus makes it perfect for deep and meaningful conversations.

DOCG, Bonacchi, Toscana, Italy, 2018,100% Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese)
WINEMAKING AND AGING:
Stainless steel tanks with temperature control. Aging in French oak barrels, in barriques and finally in bottle.
COLOR:
Intense bright red tending to garnet with aging.
AROMA:
Intense, clean, characterized by spicy notes with pleasant nuances of vanilla, ethereal.
TASTE:
Intense with hints of wood due to aging.
FOOD PAIRING:
Excellent with grilled meat, aged cheeses and game.
SERVING TEMPERATURE:
16-18°C

Toscana IGT, Marchesi Antinori, 2017, 2019
Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Petit Verdot, JS 93,  WS 90 (2017)

Tasting Notes
Villa Antinori 2018 is deep ruby red in color. Its nose is intense and complex defined by notes of wild berries; blueberries and blackcurrants, and notes of toasted hazelnuts, spices and vanilla. A full-bodied palate is well-rounded with supple velvety tannins and a long savory finish.

DOC, Bonacchi, 2018, Sangiovese Grosso

COLOR:
Intense bright red.
AROMA:
Intense, distinct, hints of red fruit and vanilla notes can be distinguished.
TASTE:
Sapid, fresh and enveloping.
FOOD PAIRING:
It goes well with medium-structured dishes like pasta with sauce, red meats and aged cheeses.

DOCG, Bonacchi, 2019
Sangiovese 100%

COLOR:
Intense bright red.
AROMA:
Intense, clean, characterized by spicy notes reminiscent of wild berry jam and nice nuances of vanilla.
TASTE:
Full, tannic, wine with great character, excellent persistence.

Terre Siciliane IGT, Occhipinti, 2022, Frappato 70% Nero D'Avola 30%

SP68 is a road but also a young wine. Fresh and pleasant, with a delicate taste that brings with it the taste of the sun and the freshness of this land.

AGRICULTURE
Biological, no chemical intervention

REFINEMENT
6 months in concrete tanks, 1 month in bottle, no filtration

Noto DOC, Planeta, 2016,  2019, 2020 Nero d’Avola
TASTING NOTES: Movement between balsamic,
grassy and notes of many different fruits. The
nose opens with notes of Mediterranean macchia
and aromas of seawrack piled on Sicilian beaches.
The red fruit is sour cherry bottled in spirit and
very ripe blackberry; the citrus fruit is bergamot
and bitter orange. The spices are carob flour and
incense.
On the palate the ripe fruit combines well with
the wood tannin in accompanying a very densely
textured tannin but open and measured to the
structure of this wine with its complex and
unmistakeable personality.
PAIRING: A vin de garde which is not afraid of
classic pairings. Red meat, though well matured
and marbled; still better with more intense
flavours like game, lamb and black pig or even
sliced sausage.

DOC, Planeta, 2020, 2021
Nero d’Avola 50%, Merlot 25%, Syrah 20%, Cabernet Franc 5%, JS 91

Kakheti, Winiveria, 2021, Saperavi 100%, semi-sweet

Kakheti, Winiveria, 2019, saperavi 
Unfiltered

Papaionnou Estate,  Organic Vineyards, Nemea AOP, Greece, 2015, Aghiorghitiko

Characteristics: It is characterized by complex aroma of red fruits, spices like pepper, nutmeg, herbs and vanilla. Its taste is full and balanced

Gastronomic aspects: Perfect with red meat with spicy sauces.

Serving temperature: 18 degrees.

Type of vinification - maturing: Classical red fermentation. It is aged for one year in oak barrel and continues to mature in the bottle for another year. It can be aged for ten years.

Vinho Regional Lisboa, Casa Santos Lima, 2017, 2018
Syrah, Touriga Nacional, Alicante Bouschet, Tinta Roriz
Tasting Notes
With an intense rubi colour, this wine presents itself with a great concentration in the nose. Extremely rich aroma with predominance of red ripe frutis and some floral notes, well integrated with notes of spices coming from the ageing in French and American aok barrels. In the mouth it shows great complexity with notes of plums and blackberries. The finish is rich and elegant.

Rioja DOC, Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo
“Rich, round and sweet – caressing – with almost a hint of one of those coffee sweet reds of the Cape.  It is good value for such a mature wine … and it makes a big impact”  Jancis Robinson 16/ 20  Drinking 2019 – 2025″.

La-Mancha DO, Bodegas Volver, 2017,  2019 Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo

 Intense purple colour. Aromas of tobacco, liquorice and blackcurrants. Full-bodied with hints of toast and mature fruit. Long balanced finish.

Colchagua Valley, Montes, Chile, 2014, Syrah 100%
96 points JAMES SUCKLING - 2018
Oak Aging:
24 months in new French oak barrels.
The 2014 yields were lower than the historic average and the berries were smaller than usual.
The grapes presented excellent concentration, good natural acidity, and ripe phenolics in the
 red varieties.
Montes Folly is an intense ruby red in color, and the very elegant nose offers aromas of blueberries
and blackcurrants with light notes of chocolate and subtle toast. Robust and well balanced on
the palate with smooth tannins and a long and pleasing finish.
Montes Folly has consistently been recognized as one of Chile’s best Syrahs.
Recommended Serving Temperature: 18º C .
Decanting:
Highly recommended for at least one hour.
Food Pairing:
Highly recommended with red meats, lamb,
veal, and pork chops.

Apalta Single Estate, Colchagua Valley, Montes, Chile, 2020

Cabernet Sauvignon 80%, Cabernet Franc 10%, Merlot 5% y Petit Verdot 5%,
RP 91, JS 95, WS 90
Barrel ageing: 80% of the wine aged for 18
months in new French oak barrels. The
remaining 20% aged in second- and third-use
barrels for the same 18 months
TASTING NOTES
Deep carmine-red colour. The complex nose shows broad notes of ripe red and black fruit, cherry syrup, figs, and blackberry.
 Its time in French oak barrels is reflected in the toasted notes, sweet spices, tobacco, and
hint of wet earth; there's also some dairy-like toffee and dulce de leche. On the palate the wine is balanced,
with extremely silky tannins; broad in body, with well-harmonized acidity and flavours that reflect the
aromas on the nose, all leading to a long, fruit-forward, and vibrant finish.
Recommended serving temperature:
17º C
Decanting: At least 1 hour.
Food pairing: Highly recommended with
roast turkey, beef fillet, sherried kidneys, duck
confit.

Colchagua Valley, Chile, Montes, 2019
Carmenère 92%, Petit Verdot 8%

98 points JAMES SUCKLING - 2022

Barrel Ageing: 80% of this wine was aged for 18
months in new French oak barrels, and 20% aged
in second-use French oak barrels.

Elegant on the nose, with aromas of ripe red and black berries over a background of sweet notes. Being stored in French oak barrels adds aromas of dark chocolate, coffee which go with the typical fruity aromas of this variety. Well structured on the palate, with smooth and full tannins. 

Recommended Serving Temperature: 17º–19 ºC .

Decanting: For at least an hour.

Food Pairing: Highly recommended with red meat,
rosemary lamb chops, pork ribs, and cannelloni. 

Stellenbosch, 21 Gables, Spier, South Africa, 2017
TASTING NOTE
Flavours of caramelised black cherries, blackberry, allspice and dark chocolate lead to a generous palate with smooth, dense fruit and velvety tannins. The wine leaves an impression of poise, balance and length worthy of ageing.

Alexander Valley, Ridge Vineyards, California, USA, 2016
73% Zinfandel, 17% Carignane, 7% Petite Sirah, 3% Alicante Bouschet,  2016 JS 96

Ripe cranberry and cassis on the nose. Focused dark bramble fruit on the palate, layered with cocoa and clove. Vibrant acidity balances beautifully with opulent fruit and carries through to a long and elegant finish.

Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Hamilton Russell Vineyards, South Africa, 2021

96 Andy Howard MW, Decanter, April 2022:

Shows concentrated red berry fruit and sweet and spicy notes on the palate with velvety tannins and structure for the long haul. Still ultra-youthful, it needs two or three years but will keep several decades.

95 Tim Atkin, June 2022:

The latest in an impressive run of Pinot Noir releases from the ever youthful Emul Ross. Stylishly oaked in 29% new barrels, it's savoury and spicy, with 12% whole bunches, sinewy tannins and a core of plum, raspberry and dark cherry fruit.

Napa Valley, Robert Mondavi Winery, California, USA, 2015
Cabernet Sauvignon 85%, Petit Verdot 7%, Merlot 5%, Cabernet Franc 3%

Marlborough, Cloudy Bay, New Zealand, 2019
Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir is the perfect wine to take when you don’t know what’s for dinner. Versatile and food-friendly, it has a signature silky elegance. A benchmark Marlborough wine, Cloudy Bay Pinot Noir is proof that Marlborough’s climate and clay soils make it much more than a one-grape region.
NOSE: The Cloudy Bay 2019
Pinot Noir is deep, dark-fruited
and aromatic. The nose is laden
with notes of bramble berries,
graphite and morello cherry. 
PALATE: On the palate you’ll
find Victoria plum, loganberry
and autumn fruit held together
with fine, silky tannins and
balanced with juicy acidity. The
finish is long and the wine is
exceptionally moreish. 

Colchagua Valley, Montes, Chile, 2019
Carmenère 90%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%

James Suckling 93
Wine Spectator 91

Barrel Ageing: 55% of the wine was aged for 12
months in first-, second-, and third-use French oak
barrels .
TASTING NOTES
Deep carmine-red in colour. The nose is pronounced; aromas of ripe black fruit such as plum,
blueberry, and blackberry predominate. There are also spice notes of black pepper and nutmeg. The
12 months in French oak barrels show themselves with aromas of toast, dark chocolate, and vanilla.
The palate is smooth, with great body and balance, dairy notes such as toffee and yoghurt, then
followed by a long finish.

Recommended Serving Temperature: 17º–19 ºC

Decanting: Recommended, for at least 30 minutes.
Food Pairing: Highly recommended with red meats,
Mongolian beef, pork chops, spaghetti Bolognese,
lamb chops, or mushroom ravioli .

Montes, Colchagua Valley, Chile, 2020, Merlot 90%, Cabernet Franc 10%, James Suckling 93
TASTING NOTES

The nose is complex with varied aromas of ripe black and red fruits such as blackberries, figs, and plums in syrup. Spice notes of black and red pepper intermingle with a touch of fresh tobacco and leather.

This is a well-structured wine with good volume on the palate and smooth, round tannins that make this an ideal wine to enjoy now or over the course of the next 10 years.

Aconcagua Coast, Montes, Chile, 2020, Pinot Noir 100%
TASTING NOTES
With characteristic ruby-red colour and brightness, the wine has a nose that shows great
varietal typicity, delivering notes of fresh black and blue berries, intertwined with sweet spice
such as nutmeg and cinnamon, and subtle floral aromas of violet. Its time spent in
lightly-toasted French oak barrels adds notes of toffee, coconut, and caramelized sugar,
forming an important part of the aromatic complexity. The wine is smooth and balanced on
the palate, with medium body and a long, pleasing finish.

Mendoza, Kaiken, Argentina, 2019

Intense and bright red in colour with violet tones and great depth. The wine's aromas are intense and unfold with the spice and floral notes very characteristic of the Uco Valley. They're joined by notes of black fruit such as blueberry and blackberry, typical of the variety. The wine has lots of structure, smooth tannins, and a long, fresh, and complex finish. The fruit notes reappear  on the palate, giving way to touches of rosemary, thyme, and dried flowers.

The Golan Heights Winery, Israel, 2016

The Wine
The 2016 Yarden Petit Verdot exhibits ripe red and black fruit notes, along with characters of spice, flowers, tobacco, chocolate and French oak. This flavorful and full-bodied wine displays a bit of tannic structure, which is typical to the variety.

While enjoyable now, the 2016 Yarden Petit Verdot should improve in the bottle for a number of years, and stay in excellent drinking condition for years to come. We love pairing the wine with rich meat dishes such as tender osso buco or slow-cooked lamb spareribs, or an assortment of aged and smoked cheeses.

McLaren Vale, d'Arenberg, Australia, 2019
Like most of this well-known McLaren Vale winery's reds, this is a bold wine with powerful tannins. But there's lovely freshness to this affordable bottling, too. It opens with ripe raspberries and plums underscored by spicier notes like pepper and cloves, and warm pavement. Amidst raspy, highly textural tannins is a lifted acidity and vibrant fruit. Drink now with protein until 2028. Christina Pickard
Wine Enthusiast Jul 2022

Robert Mondavi, California, USA, 2015, 2016
Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Carignan, Malbec, Petite Syrah, Petit Verdot

Marlborough Sun, New Zealand, 2020-21

Delicious flavours of concentrated red fruits and dried savoury
herbs creating a fruit forward rounded palate. The silky tannin
structure complements a long tasty finish.

Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina, 2020, Kaiken

TASTING NOTES
Sight: intense violet red color.
Nose: a fruit-forward Malbec. Presence of plum and
blackberry aromas are complemented by notes of
chocolate and tobacco.
Palate: very fresh, with soft and sweet tannins.

Leleka Wines, Odessa Region, Ukraine, 2021

Leleka Wines, Odessa Region, Ukraine 2021

Leleka Wines, odessa Region, Ukraine 2021

Classico, DOCG, Veneto, Zeni, Italy, 2019
Corvina 60%, Rondinella 30%, Molinara 10%

Tasting Notes:
Colour: ruby red
Bouquet: intense, with fruity and floral notes
Palate: pleasantly sweet, fresh and velvety

Shabo, Odessa region
Riesling

D.O. Isla de Maipo, Tarapaca, Chile, 2018
Sauvignon Blanc 44%, Gewurztraminer 50%, Moscato 6%
Colors:
 Bright golden yellow.
Aroma:
Rose and Jasmine
Fruits such as peach and quince.
Palate:
Intense and balanced with a long, unctuous finish
Pairing:
Catalan cream
Chocolate mousse with orange jus
Goat cheese and blue cheese.