SIZE

1 PACK, 1500ml BOTTLES, $344.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Tenuta Il Poggione

VINTAGE

2019

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

GRAPE

Sangiovese

 

An evolved bouquet with aromas of dried fruit, forest floor, crushed flower and autumnal leaf. On a second nose, you get dark licorice, wet slate, cola and grilled rosemary. The tannins are powdery and dry.

 

96 Points, Vinuous

The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino pulls the taster close to the glass with its dark and earthy blend of crushed ashen stones, giving way to rosemary, cedar, exotic spice and a core of raspberry preserves. Enveloping and serene, this flows across the palate like pure silk, steadily building in tension as tart wild berries and orange hints give way to a sweet herbal thrust. The 2019 finishes with tremendous length and is classically structured, as crunchy tannins resonate and violet inner florals slowly fade over a tactile coating of minerality. Il Poggione has captured the radiance of the vintage, yet this is just a baby today.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $27.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Alto LAndon 

VINTAGE

2022

COLOUR

White

REGION, COUNTRY

La Mancha, Spain

GRAPE

Grenache Blanc, Grenache Gris

 

 

All our wines are organic and vegan, respecting each variety at all times, so that they express in the bottle the place where theycome from. The altitude, cold climate and poor soils result in wines with their own personality. Different among them, as the varieties are different, but they all maintain a line of freshness, fruit and minerality of our terroir.

Sunkist colour with deep amber hues, profound autumnal aromas, ripe apricots, almonds, notes of tangerine, citrus peel and a bit of dry grassiness, even though this wine has a sweet nose, it is absolutely dry in the mouth, has balanced acidity and complex tart fruitiness, deep flavours of dried mango, touch of fresh peach pie, earthy mineral, complex flavours and dry tannin finish.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $22.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Alto LAndon 

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

red

REGION, COUNTRY

La Mancha, Spain

GRAPE

bobal

 

Winemaker Notes

All our wines are organic and vegan, respecting each variety at all times, so that they express in the bottle the place where theycome from. The altitude, cold climate and poor soils result in wines with their own personality. Different among them, as the varieties are different, but they all maintain a line of freshness, fruit and minerality of our terroir.

Deep, intense and bright cherry color with violet tones, on the nose, red and black fruits, floral aromas of violets, Rosemary and a touch of black pepper, which reappear in the mouth, fresh and fruity expression, lively, deep and clean, excellent acidity.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $37.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Domaine laroche

VINTAGE

2023

COLOUR

White

REGION, COUNTRY

Chablis, Burgundy, France

GRAPE

Chardonnay

 

Bright notes of fresh citrus, white flowers and mineral nuances mingle on the nose. The elegant palate is driven by vibrant acidity and expressive flavours of citrus and stone fruit. Brilliant pale straw colour with a watery hue. Aromas of lime and pear infused with a mix of oyster shell and wet slate like notes emanate from the glass followed by some delicate fresh herb and mineral notes. Zippy lime and green apple fruits are underscored by flinty acidity with some oyster shell and slatey mineral characters lingering through the back half. Finishes dry with a river stone like mouth feel and a refreshingly long mineral laced aftertaste. Drink over the next 3-4 years.

The vines are located on the clay-limestone 'Kimmeridgian' soil, which has both excellent acidity and remarkable finesse. Thanks to long ageing on fine lees, the Chanoines offers the typical minerality.

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $49.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Domaine Bernard Defaix

VINTAGE

2023

COLOUR

White

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Chablis, Burgundy, France

GRAPE

Chardonnay

A fine brilliant yellow colour. On the aromas, mineral notes are dominant combined with delicate touches of green apple and citrus fruit (lemon and grapefruit). The mouth is fresh and persistent. A fine brilliant yellow colour. On the aromas, mineral notes are dominant combined with delicate touches of green apple and citrus fruit (lemon and grapefruit). The mouth is fresh and persistent.

 

92 Points, Decanter (2020 vintage)

Domaine Bernard Defaix is a highly-rated family estate based in Milly, with the vines for this bottling averaging 30 years age. Ten months lees ageing adds to the complexity on both the nose and palate. Refined, classy and complex characters on show here, which meld beautifully with the ripe peachy fruit notes. A very fine, expressive, distinctive Chablis which is ready to drink now but will age very well for many years.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $18.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Telmo Rodriguez

VINTAGE

2022

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

alicante, valencia, Spain

GRAPE

Monastrell

Made from 100% Monastrell in Alicante from old bush vines situated on calcareous, sandy and gravelly soils. Yields are consistently low. Fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel before a few months' ageing in the same tanks. 

 

91 Points, Decanter

A consistent favourite in the extensive Telmo Rodriguez portfolio, and one of the best-value wines in a country not short on bargains. This 100% Monastrell (Mourvèdre) is intense, sinewy and dark but with a seam of brightness that makes it effortlessly drinkable.

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $49.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Domaine Jean Bourdy

VINTAGE

2020

COLOUR

White

REGION, COUNTRY

Jura, France

GRAPE

Chardonnay

 

Classic Jura notes of funky sherry-like nuttiness, flor, ripe pears, baked apples with a briny minerality and zippy acidity. Keep in mind: not your typical French Chardonnay; open several hours before serving; can stay open for well over a week; can out live you and your children in the cellar. They’re still selling bottles from the 1800’s!

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $42.99 EACH 

PRODUCER

Pithon‐Paillé

VINTAGE

2020

COLOUR

red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Anjou, Loire Valley, France

GRAPE

cabernet franc

Winemaker Notes

The originality of our cuvée Mozaik is an assembly of Cabernet franc from two great terroirs and subsoil of Anjou: schist of Anjou “black” and limestone of Anjou “white”. The grapevines are cultivated in organic farming which has been converted to biodynamic farming. In order to get a gentle extraction of aromas and tannins, grape maceration is soft and smooth. The fermentation takes place in tanks and the aging has been done in neutral French oaks. A drop of sulfur is added before bottling to preserve the purity of our wines.

A garnet red color,. The bouquet is mixed with aromas of red fruit and black fruit. The mouth-feel is structured with beautiful acidity and a little tannic.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $18.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Bruce Jack

VINTAGE

2023

COLOUR

Red

SUB-REGION, REGION, COUNTRY

Breedelkloof Valley, Western Cape, South Africa

GRAPE

Pinotage, Malbec

Many believe the best Pinotage in the world comes from the Breedekloof Valley. It is certainly one of the most awarded varieties from this area. We love the fresh, intense cherry and dark chocolate aromas. The juicy soft palate is framed by warming vanilla and touch of oak.

SIZE

6 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $23.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Giro Ribot

VINTAGE

NV

COLOUR

Sparkling

REGION, COUNTRY

Penedes, Spain

GRAPE

Macabeo, Xarel-lo, Parellada, Chardonnay

 

The wine is fresh on the nose with hints of white flowers and white peach. On the palate, it's fresh with an excellent balance of acidity and some sweetness. It is rich with floral and creamy pastry undertones. Long and persistent finish. 

 

The handpicked and mechanically harvested grapes come from their vineyard site called “Can Bas” with an average age of vines of 15 years. Grapes are picked from mid-August until the end of September. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a very low temperature between 12 -14 ºC for several days. The coupage wine obtained undergoes 2nd fermentation in the bottle according to the traditional “Méthode Champenoise”. We employ a strain of yeast which increases mannoprotein content in the cava in order to achieve velvety and creamy mouth feel.

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $19.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Leaping Horse

VINTAGE

2021

COLOUR

Red

REGION, COUNTRY

California, United States

GRAPE

Merlot

 

Straight-forward in style, the Leaping Horse 2018 Merlot has violet and dark fruit aromas with plums, black cherry, cocoa vanilla and sweet oak character creeping into the flavor. Mouth-filling yet smooth, Leaping Horse has created an unpretentious wine that can pair with just about anything.

 

The Kautz family has been promoting and working with sustainable viticulture for over 35 years. This Merlot comes from soils that are sandy loam and well-drained allowing the wonderful ripeness come through to the grapes.

 

SIZE

12 PACK, 750ml BOTTLES, $16.99 EACH

PRODUCER

Laurent Miquel

VINTAGE

2023

COLOUR

White

REGION, COUNTRY

Languedoc, France

GRAPE

Sauvignon Blanc, Colombard, grenache blanc

 

This is light, crisp and steely with a cascade of citrus notes flooding in. Lemon, lime, Fiji pear and apple bounce around together. There is a creamy mouthfeel with a hint of banana which makes this a great midweek refresher.

Laurent Miquel produces elegant wines in his family vineyards high in the Languedoc hills of Southern France. He harvests at night when temperatures are cooler to ensure the delicate grapes are gathered under perfect conditions. Laurent represents a new generation of winemakers combining his ancestors’ wisdom with his innovative approach and an inflexible focus on quality. Working in harmony with nature, he creates wines of character which reflect the Languedoc’s inimitable style.

 

90 Points, Decanter

It’s hard to pick just one of the many excellent Viogniers that Laurent Miquel produces around this price point, but for the money this is hard to beat, with its voluptuous white peach and nectarine fruit (harvested at night, as the name of the wine suggests). Enjoy it young and fresh.(previous vintage)