Podere Forte Guardavigna 2018
$274.99
Podere Forte's top-end wine is made from 100% estate-grown Cabernet Franc, nurtured in vineyards above 525m. “The name comes from the rock that used to guard the vines. I mix up – I have to mix up – History and Fable. The Fable of a great Tuscan wine.” - Pasquale Forte
The Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004, encircles the Podere Forte. The estate was founded in 1997 by Pasquale Forte, a visionary entrepreneur who has created a balanced system where every element complements the others, following the principles of organic and biodynamic agriculture. The old concept of the corte romana has been recreated on the 500-ha estate: a place where people, plants and animals coexist in harmony and sustainable self-sufficiency. Wine is the main focus, but Podere Forte is also synonymous with the breeding of Cinta Senese pigs, Chianina cattle and Suffolk sheep, as well as various other farm animals, all living on biodynamic feed. Podere Forte produces its own fertilizers and compost using vine prunings and fallen timber from the woods. The pigs eat acorns and chestnuts in the woods where they roam freely, the bees pollinate the flowers and aromatic herbs in the botanic garden where the hives are. The olive groves cover around 26 hectares and in 2020 production of the first varietal oil, from the Frantoio variety, started.
Marie Courtin Efflorescence Jeroboam
$634.99
A Kensington Wine Market exclusive! The champagnes from Marie-Courtin are truly something special. An ultra-fine, elegant style with amazing freshness. Delicate and racy, yet absolutely unique in style thanks in part to biodynamic viticulture. All her grapes are grown in a single plot of 2.5 hectares, which is also the total size of the domain that Dominique Moreau founded in 2000. Because all her wines come from a single vineyard, she has decided to emphasize the differences in champagnes through vinification. There are wines matured in barrique, amphorae, enamel tanks and one without sulfur. All come from the 2.5 hectares of single vineyard on the Kimmeridge marl soil of the Soden, on the Côte des Bar. Winemaker Dominique Moreau, who named the estate after her grandmother, is a master of purism. Her champagnes are delicate and elegant, yet with underlying power and a high degree of drinking pleasure.
Ochoa Calendas Tempranillo
$22.99
100% Tempranillo. 100% Certified Organic. And zero oak influence! A fantastic value-priced Tempranillo from a Navarra winery we just love! This easy-drinking red has notes of cherries, licorice and coffee, with just a hint of flowers on the nose! You'll want to buy a case of this for your next house party. Pairs well with gatherings of friends and soon-to-be friends.
Terra Vecchia Une Ile Rose
$27.99
This dry Corsican rosé is expressive and complex with aromas of red fruit, cotton candy and citrus. It's fresh and full on the palate with bright grapefruit and red currant notes. The long and delicious finish is a classic expression of a stylish, well-made wine. It's made entirely from Nielluccio, an indigenous grape thought to be related to Sangiovese.
Lightning Rock Pinot Noir Elysia
$51.99
Pinot Noir from their vineyard was hand harvested on October 8th. The soils are mostly granitic but with pockets of limestone. They played around with different percentages of whole-clusters, ranging from 25-75% inclusion. After 21 days on skins the wine was pressed off into neutral barrel. The wine underwent an eight-month élevage before being bottled unfined and unfiltered. 12.5% ABV - Juice Imports
Ribusieri Montecucco Maciole
$26.99
Sangiovese with style! Deep ruby red in color, the bouquet reveals fresh floral notes and ripe red fruits; The palate demonstrates freshness and a good structure, it is smooth and strong. A blend of 80% Sangiovese, 10% Petit Verdot, 10% Syrah, this wine is perfect for any occasion, especially anything involving pizza! A KWM exclusive!
Altolandon Organic Red
$34.99
Owner & winemaker, Rosalia Molina, produces these organic wines in one of Spain's highest-altitude wineries. Her mission is to make wines that express the typicity of DO Manchuela, and this includes the vineyards, the altitude and the varieties planted. The climate pushes the limits for grape growing because, at 1,100 metres above sea level issues like frost become a concern. The grapes tend to experience a large diurnal range that encourages even ripening and helps to retain natural acidity. Rosalia's vineyards are certified organic, she uses only natural fertilizers, promoting biodiversity by welcoming chickens, sheep and pigs from local farms to roam the vineyards freely. Grapes are hand-harvested and vinified as naturally as possible with native yeasts and little other intervention. The wines are then aged in clay amphora and some in French oak to give texture and complexity.
This organic red blend is made up predominantly of Syrah, with some Cabernet Franc and Garnacha, dense and layered. One to enjoy now or cellar for a while. It spends 24 months in French oak as well.Ripe notes of black berries, blueberries, a touch of minerality and an expressive note of black pepper. A great wine to pair with a juicy steak, tourtiere and/or roasted root vegetables. Vegan friendly!
Illahe Bon Sauvage Pinot Noir
$82.99
Illahe is a highly regarded Oregon Pinot Noir producer who follows biodynamic practices. The wines are pure and elegant with underlying power.
Delinquente Weeping Juan Pink Pet Nat
$36.99
Another great intro to the more uncontrolled side of wine-making without scaring anyone off. Fresh and thirst quenching with notes of baking spice, underripe strawberry, and fresh off-the-vine watermelon. Crush this bottle on a patio with some fresh fruit and charcuterie, no regretting it.