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For centuries, the Schioppettino grapes were cultivated in Friulli-Venezia Giulia, in Italy. In the middle of the 19th century, with the advent of phylloxera, Schioppettino was almost completely destroyed. In 1970, Paolo and Dina Rapuzzi founded the winery Ronchi di Cialla and managed to find about 60 surviving vines of Schioppettino. They made new cuttings and managed, in the space of 2 years, to create a first wine estate of 3,500 vines that marked the rebirth of the Schioppettino. In the words of Nick Jackson MW: "Schioppettino is a paradoxical variety: intensely aromatic, medium-bodied, with a mere 12-12.5% alcohol, high acidity and a lingering, perfumed finish, it is also, in spite of its lightness, capable of very long aging." The 2017 vintage is made with 100% Schioppettino grapes, aged in French oak barriques for 14-18 months and in bottles for 30-36 months. According to the producer the wine has capacity to age and develop in the next 20-23 years. So buy 2 bottles: one to drink now and another one for aging! Ronchi Di Cialla Schioppettino Di Cialla 2017 has a balanced ruby red color with bright reflections. It has aromas of white pepper and small red fruits, currants and blackberries, intriguing balsamic and undergrowth (sous-bois) notes. -
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A fragrant unspooling of red berries, just plucked off a wintery branch, cool and incandescent. The aromas deepen to the darker tones of cassis, brambleberries and black cherries. The vivid fruit is overlaid with a hint of balsam, sketched in with woody spice, fresh cinnamon, touches of vanilla smoke and classic cigar box. The line of cassis continues onto the palate with ripe plums and succulent red cherries, the juicy fruit enlivened further by a refreshing, natural acidity. Fine-grained, powdery tannins layer and dissolve, carrying all that fruit towards the appetisingly clean, and dry finish. -
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The Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo grapes are sourced from a selection of different plots in the “Finca El Estanque” vineyard, with a surface of 60 hectares (150 acres) that is owned by the winery, in the best terroir in Haro. Aging: aged for 24 months in American and French oak barrels. Refined in the bottle for 36 months before release. -
The vineyard located in Gualtallary, Tupungato, at 1,350 metres above sea-level. Zorzal Terroir Unico Malbec 2020 has a deep, shining red color with very mineral, with strong evidence of calcareous soils, such as chalk aromas. It is very fresh on entry, with great volume and texture. The tannins are somewhat edgy and the finish is a long one. -
Domaine Taupenot-Merme Saint-Romain Rouge 2019 is a red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Saint-Romain appellation, which is located in the Côte de Beaune sub-region of Burgundy. The wine is typically medium-bodied with aromas of red berries, cherries, and subtle hints of spice and earthiness. On the palate, it offers flavors of ripe fruit, balanced acidity, and silky tannins, leading to a smooth and elegant finish. Overall, the Domaine Taupenot-Merme Saint-Romain Rouge 2019 is a well-crafted wine that showcases the elegance and finesse of Pinot Noir from the Saint-Romain terroir. It is a versatile wine that pairs well with a wide range of dishes, including roasted meats, poultry, and grilled vegetables. -
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Domaine Taupenot-Merme is a family-owned winery located in Morey-Saint-Denis, in the Burgundy region. Their Morey-Saint-Denis 2019 is a red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes and is a classic example of the wines produced in this region. On the nose, this wine has aromas of ripe red fruit, such as cherries and strawberries, along with hints of spices and earthy notes. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with silky tannins and flavors of red fruit, black tea, and a subtle hint of oak. The 2019 vintage was characterized by ideal weather conditions, which allowed for the grapes to reach optimal ripeness, resulting in a wine with excellent balance and structure. This wine is best enjoyed young, but can also be aged for several years to develop further complexity. Overall, the Domaine Taupenot-Merme Morey-Saint-Denis 2019 is a well-crafted and elegant wine that showcases the unique characteristics of the Burgundy region. -
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"Savory, earth-driven and lifted by floral aromatics. Violet candies, balsamic, nutmeg, espresso bean, black pepper, black cherry and ripe blackberry. Stunning, graceful and complete. Polished and drinking beautifully today directly out of the bottle. The definition of balance. Robust dark fruit, buoyed by energetic acidity and buffered by soft and coating tannins. A seamless and approachable Todos. Highlighting syrah on the nose with a strong cabernet sauvignon voice on the palate. The complex and layered structure is a ten-variety ensemble effort. Fascinating and sumptuous." Matt Dees Winemaker -
The Black Slate Gratallops comes from a blend of older and younger vine fruit originating from Winemaker August Vincent's vineyards near the village. It showcases both the power, typical of Gratallops, as well as the charmingly elegant and rustic touch of Vicent's winemaking.
