Burgos Porta Mas Sinen Clos
$49.49
This aromatic red bursts out of the glass with a big bouquet of aromas that includes black licorice, tea, campfire smoke and black fruits. On the palate, it's all cassis, black fruits and spice, with firm but ripe and well-integrated tannins. It spends its time 90% French and 10% American oak barrels and will continue to improve for another 8 -10 years.
Le Clos des Cazaux Prestige Gigondas
$56.94
The Le Clos des Cazaux estate has been a family property focused on viticulture for five generations since Gabriel Archimbaud, an ancestor, was one of the first to produce wines from Vacqueyras in 1947. It is now owned and operated by brothers Jean-Michel and Frédéric Vache. They farm 35 hectares, 20 in Vacqueyras and another 15 in Gigondas. They own mostly low-yielding hillside vineyards, fashioning high-quality white wines, rosés, and red blends. Their Gigondas vineyards are situated in the heart of the Dentelles de Montmirail massif range that has been in the family since the 1950s. This very special terroir benefits from the solar power of the southern slope, balanced by the cool nights at higher altitudes, mostly on clay soils. The reds are blended primarily from Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. however, they include lesser-known grapes such as Aubun, Counoise, Cinsault, Muscardin and Carignan. The white wines mainly employ old-vine Clairette, complemented by Roussanne, Grenache Blanc, and a little Viognier.
Anselmo Mendes Espumante Rose
$48.44
Alvarelhão Espumante is a sparkling rosé made from the Alvarelhão grape variety. Alvarelhão is a very old variety (classified in 1790), which today is planted mainly in the north of the Vinho Verde region, especially in the sub-region of Monção and Melgaço, where it has always been part of the red wine scene. The grapes used for this sparkling wine come from small plots of vines in Monção and Melgaço. They are rooted in granite soils, and are grapes that reach a perfect balance with the help of the mountainous group that surrounds this sub-region. The harmony between the sugar content and the acidity necessary for the production of a high-quality sparkling wine.
Tedeshi Amarone
$67.99
Tedeschi boasts a deep bond with the Valpolicella region that has kept it on the path of quality and tradition produced exclusively from grapes grown on hillsides. Since 1630, their family has believed in the extraordinary potential of local wine production, enhancing its value in a modern key with innovative production and environmental management methods with the end result of creating wines that are able to evoke emotion and render homage to the magnificent land Amarone is a style of red wine made in the Veneto region of Northern Italy and is one of Italy's most famous wines. Grapes are harvested by hand at the end of September, beginning of October, and are placed on plastic trays for drying. This process lasts until January and renders the once plump juicy grape to a raisin. The result is a wine of great flavour and style. This is a great wine at a great price; it has notes of vanilla and ethereal aromas of sweet currants, blueberries and cherries. Enjoy with braised red meats and cheese and a hearty peasant-style loaf of bread. A Kensington Wine Market exclusive!
Torlesse Pinot Noir
$24.64
Torlesse has sourced grapes from vineyards in the Waipara and Canterbury regions to produce the character of this rich and complex red wine. It has enticing sweet berry fruit and spicy oak aromas. Pinot Noir likes cool climates so it's settled in very nicely here. Very well priced and a great choice for those who like a lighter style red. Delicious sweet berry fruit and spicy oak aromas make this a perennial staff favourite. This Pinot pairs quite nicely with grilled salmon, pork or chicken kebobs, and of course: cheese.
Constantia Uitsig Semillon
$29.99
This historic estate has transitioned firmly into the 21st century. Organic farming is fundamental to every aspect of Constantia Uitsig, with a holistic approach that integrates crop and organic farming to vineyard management. The talented estate farming team are as adept at nurturing vines, as they are developing new land, or working within the winery. Harmony and vitality of the vines is the main focus of all the activities in the vineyard. Their viticulture is centred around the careful use of resources as well as location-specific and natural development of the vines. Compost from manure and pomace is spread to revitalize the soil; the rich flora of the green rows of vines ensures a balanced supply of nutrients and promotes biodiversity. The use of beneficial insects and the lack of pesticides ensures that the plants and grapes are kept healthy and natural.
A. Margaine Cuvee M Champagne
$95.99
The special Le Caractère Cuvée M is made of all vintages from 2002 to present. Each year, this solera Champagne has ¼ of its total volume renewed with the latest vintage. The resulting champagne expresses the evolution of Champagne A. Margaine as it continues to pass from father Arnaud to daughter Mathilde.
The Champagnes from father-daughter duo Arnaud & Mathilde Margaine are a KWM exclusive, and they are exceptional. With vineyards based in Montagne de Reims, they specialize in Chardonnay (90%) although they also have a small plot of Pinot Noir. This small estate (7 hectares) was started by Arnaud's father (Bernard) in the 1950s and is organically farmed. The vines average 35 years of age and the Chardonnay is produced from a clone unique to the area.
Leeu Passant Dry Red
$74.99
In 2013, husband-and-wife team Chris and Andrea Mullineux partnered with Analjit Singh (BAS) and started the Leeu Passant winery on Analjit’s stunning Leeu Estates in Franschhoek. Leeu Passant is focused on expressing the South African landscape and climate and celebrating South African winemaking and viticultural heritage by working with some of the Cape’s oldest and most exciting vineyards.
They own the Mullineux winery in Swartland. Founded in 2007 in the Swartland region of South Africa, the Mullineux's set out with a shared vision to create fine wines that reflect the distinct terroir of the area while embracing reasoned, sustainable farming practices and modern minimalist winemaking.
A. Margaine Extra Brut Champagne
$90.94
The Champagnes from father-daughter duo Arnaud & Mathilde Margaine are a KWM exclusive, and they are exceptional. With vineyards based in Montagne de Reims, they specialize in Chardonnay (90%) although they also have a small plot of Pinot Noir. This small estate (7 hectares) was started by Arnaud's father (Bernard) in the 1950s and is organically farmed. The vines average 35 years of age and the Chardonnay is produced from a clone unique to the area.