Lopez de Heredia Todonia Reserva
$80.74
Lopez de Heredia is a family-run Spanish producer based in Rioja and regarded as one of the world’s greatest wine estates. It was founded in 1877 by Don Rafael Lopez de Heredia y Landeta. Four generations of the Lopez de Heredia family have devoted themselves to upholding their 140-year tradition of producing exceptional wines.
Tondonia, the winery’s most famous vineyard and product, was established between 1913 and 1914. It extends over 250 acres on the right bank of the River Ebro. In addition to Tondonia, the estate owns three vineyards (Cubillo, Bosconia, and Zaconia) covering a total area of 420 hectares. The soil is alluvial clay with a high proportion of limestone. Lopez de Heredia winery is the oldest in Haro and one of the first three houses in the Rioja region. They use completely natural and traditional methods of winemaking and their grapes are sourced exclusively from their own vineyards. They use typical Rioja varieties to produce the best wines: Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano and Mazuelo for reds, Viura and Malvasia for whites. The winery’s commitment to tradition is evident in their 131-year history of using American oak. They continue to have their own cooperage, making them the only bodega in Spain to hand-craft all the barrels used to age their wines.
Montalto Merricks Block Pinot Noir
$73.09
Established in 1997, Montalto is where seasonal, heirloom produce is grown, shared and celebrated, alongside their award winning wines.
Their winemaking team, led by Simon Black, create wines of exemplary quality and character, utilising winemaking techniques that complement the unique qualities derived from only the very best parcels of fruit taken from our five vineyards, in a style that reflects each vineyard site.
Buisson-Charles Meursault
$169.99
The biggest secret to the domaine's success is their choices at harvest and vinification. Winemaker Patrick Essa prefers to harvest much later than his peers, believing that many producers harvest far too early and end up with one dimensional wines that lack the complexity. He strongly believes that extra hang time is needed for full complexity and flavor development and that Meursault's terroir keeps the acid high despite fuller ripeness. After harvest, the whole bunch white grapes go through a long gentle pressing followed by vinification in wood and maturation in barrel for around 18 months, ranging from all neutral to up to 30% new oak depending on the cuvée. Additionally, the wines rest in tanks for a few months before bottling to increase precision, a practice becoming more and more common with the most talented white winemakers in Burgundy, such as Jean-Marc Roulot. The resulting white wines are floral and pure fruited Chardonnays that capture the full expression of Meursault's underlying character
Maubet Cotes De Gascogne Blanc
$21.24
The Fontan family has an amazing history. The story began over a century ago, and is the tale of four generations of Gascons, driven by a passion for their land, vines, wines and Armagnacs. In the 2000s, Sylvain and Nadège Fontan, brother and sister, took over the reins of the vineyard. They continued to develop the winery. As a winemaker and cellar master, Sylvain enhances the estate’s grapes, making a range of characterful Armagnacs and Côtes de Gascogne wines. The Maubet is a blend of gros manseng, ugni blanc, colombard, and sauvignon blanc, a crisp white wine with a refreshing citrus- and stone-fruit core and a touch of minerality. This is a crisp and fresh white wine that is ready to be enjoyed on the deck or patio!
Glenfarclas Family Cask 2002 A25
$535.49
Glenfarclas Family Cask 2009 A25
$415.99
Glenfarclas Family Cask 2010 A25
$420.74
Dirty Laundry Gewurtzminer
$25.49
Dirty Laundry Woo Woo Vines Gewurztraminer is sourced from Summerland vineyards and left with a touch of residual sugar to complement the Gewurztraminer notes. The nose boasts of rose petals, honeysuckle, and pineapple. On the palate, you will find bright acidity with notes of tropical fruit, honeydew melon and candied mango, with a touch of sweetness on the finish. Another great match for aromatic dishes with a bit of spice.
Dolin Vermouth De Chambery Rouge
$26.99
From the Producer
"French vermouth is firmly back in focus. After its peak in the 1850s, it is once again a staple behind top bars, valued for its complexity and versatility.
Founded in the 1820s in Chambéry, Dolin remains one of the original producers of French vermouth. Crafted through the maceration of over thirty Alpine botanicals, including plants, flowers, and spices, in a base of white wine, it delivers a layered, balanced profile that works equally well as an aperitif or in classic cocktails.
A woman-led legacy: Marie Dolin took over the house in 1869 and, in 1876, crossed the Atlantic herself to win gold at the Philadelphia World's Fair. Today, Ariane Aimard, with Dolin since 1980, co-leads the company."
16% Abv