Lapierre Morgon Cru Beaujolais
$64.99
If you are more of a organic/biodynamic/natural/transparent wine fellow, Lapierre is a name you will know well. If you don't, not to worry because we will explain why this wine is important.
Marcel lapierre took over his father's vineyard in 1973, and started to challenge the norm. His mentor, Jules Chauvet was one of (if not) the first person to speak out about natural wine; a style of wine that is honest and true to what nature intended. With Lapierre joining Chauvet, his winery is one of the biggest names known to the natural wine world. Unfortunatley Marcel passed in 2010, but his son Mathieu and daughter Camille carry on his legacy, producing natural and delicious Beaujolais. This Morgon is one of their flagship wines. It's stony, it's flinty, it's dark plum, it's cherry, it is complex. A wine that can age, but also is showing well in its youth. Sit back, relax, and experience Lapierre.
Jose Palacios Bierzo Petalos
$37.99
Wow, major praise for the 2015 vintage from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, which gave it 92+ points! The review: "The entry level 2015 Pétalos del Bierzo, their regional wine, in the new official category that will start working in the appellation from the 2017 vintage, a blend of many different vineyards planted with field blends, where the breakdown might come to some 5% white varieties (Valenciana/Doña Blanca, Godello and Palomino/Jerez) and around 1% other reds (Pan y Carne, Negrada and Gran Negro), all from vines ranging between 40 and 90 years of age on slopes (half of the grapes around the village of Corullón and the remainder in the rest of Bierzo). It's a showy, approachable, aromatic and open version of Pétalos, and as I tasted it later on in the season, it felt more polished and round, with a lush texture. It's extremely aromatic, in a way similar to the 2012. This is always one of the best values not only of Bierzo but for the whole of Spain." From one of Spain's top winemakers, Alvaro Palacios.
Les Indegines Toujours Cinsault
$26.99
A natural wine, no added sulphure, offering great value in the natural realm. It's juicy and fruity with cherries, strawberries, dried thyme and leather. Medium-bodied with fine tannins, bright and juicy with a refined texture and a succulent finish. From Organically grown grapes.
Caparzo Sangiovese Toscana
$25.99
Oustanding value! This ruby-red Sangiovese has generous notes of plum, cherry and soft spices. Established in 1970, Caparzo (meaning "Crazy House") is one of the original 13 wineries in Montalcino and also produces quality Brunello di Montalcino. This Sangiovese is crowd-pleaser with just a touch of Merlot and Petit Verdot to give the wine a bit more depth and intensity. Pair with tomato-based pasta, Italian sausage, caprese salad and pizza.
Cepa 21 Hito
$32.99
A project from the uber-talented Emilio Moro family, who have made wine in Ribera del Duero for more than 120 years. "A smart buy," according to Wine Spectator, which awarded it an impressive 90 points. The review: "This firm red displays well-integrated flavors of black cherry, licorice, cola and mineral, with solid tannins and a savory finish. Shows good balance and density, but remains slightly austere for now. Drink now through 2018."
Speri St Urbano Valpolicella
$35.99
"Deep ruby with a rich, ample bouquet of spice and ripe red fruit confirmed on the full, layered palate," according to the importer. "The Speri family’s presence in the heart of Valpolicella goes back to 1874. Their vineyards (totaling 60 hectares/24 acres) are located in the finest districts of the Classico area. And every grape that goes into their wines is estate-grown and cultivated by the Speri family with just as much pride in the craft of viticulture – the hands-on, hard-working side of it – as the art of it. The vineyards are divided into three distinct crus: La Roverina, Sant’Urbano and La Roggia." Pair with red meats, perhaps game, or hard cheeses.
Castelnau Garenne Picpoul
$27.99
Picpoul is an ancient grape that has developed a new generation of followers. Lively and subtle, this is a benchmark example of Picpoul de Pinet. Pale straw yellow in appearance, the nose has fresh aromas of lemon, green apple, quince and sea salt. Sharp acidity, crisp citrus flavours, and crunchy minerality punctuate the light-bodied palate. This is a wickedly mouthwatering and refreshing white wine! If any wine was ever perfectly conceived to pair with oysters, this is that wine!
Vajra Barolo Albe
$82.99
G.D. Vajra has built a reputation for crafting Barolo with purity, precision, and finesse. Based in the village of Vergne, the estate benefits from high-altitude vineyards that bring freshness and vibrancy to its wines. In any year, Vajra's releases are outstanding, but in the epic 2021 vintage, they are unmissable.
Adega de Moncao Alvarinho Can
$9.99
Made from 100% Alvarinho grapes in Portugal’s Vinho Verde region. Crisp, fresh and light in body, floral nose and stone fruit on the palate. It's one of the best win-in-a-can that e have tasted. This is a wine that is best teamed with the wonderful bounty of the ocean.