Rottensteiner Lagrein Riserva 2019
$39.99
An exploration into the rich winemaking history of South Tyrol, Rottenstiner's Lagrein Riserva has elegance to spare. The sedimentary soils irrigated by the Talfer River passing through the vineyards near Bolzano allow for the native Lagrein grapes to flourish. After fermentation, the wine is matured in large wooden barrels to further develop texture and complexity.
A deep garnet-coloured wine, with arrestingly complex aromas that oscillate between delicate florals of violet and the earthly elegance of chocolate and spice. A distinct tannic edge is perfectly balanced by fresh yet restrained acidity, creating a wine just waiting to be paired with red meats and ripe, intense cheeses.
Canneto Nobile Di Montepulciano
$41.99
A step up in complexity from its ready-to-drink Rosso Di Montepulciano sibling, this elegant organic red wine (made of 90% Sangiovese, 5% each Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon) drinks like a baby Brunello thanks to 18 months spent in French oak. A robust, full-bodied wine with a smooth tannic structure allows it to pair with red meats and sharp cheeses alike - the perfect complement to a romantic Tuscan meal.
A KWM exclusive.
Carlone Davide Boca Piemonte
$62.99
Boca is both a small D.O.C. zone and a rare red wine made from the Nebbiolo grape (locally named Spanna, 70-90%) along with Vespolina and Uva Rara (Bonarda Novarese), vinified either together or separately. Despite its modest size, its roots can be traced back to Roman times.
The wine is grown in the north of Piedmont, along the Sesia River, on the wooded hills of the Novarra province around the towns of Boca, Maggiora, Cavallirio, Prato Sesia and Grignasco. It delivers notes of wild berries, cherry, and forest floor. Fine but grippy tannins make it a natural fit with beef and lamb.
Carlone Davide Croatina Novaresi
$35.99
Davide Carlone is a small but important winegrower in Piedmont. Based in Boca, a small appellation in Alto Piemonte, at the foothills of the Italian Alps, Davide’s focus is on Nebbiolo and the local supporting cast, Croatina (for which he may be the strongest advocate), and Vespolina. Boca sits on the east side (left bank) of the Sesia River and is shared between the communes Grignasco, Boca, and Prato Sesia. Most of the vineyards are tucked further back into the mountains away from the Sesia and experience a slightly cooler influence from the Alps. While many of the important local appellations mostly sit between 250-350 meters of altitude, with some up to 400, most of Carlone’s vineyards face south and range between 380-450 meters. Like many vineyards in the area, outside of important appellations like Gattinara and Ghemme, his vineyards are largely surrounded by forest and in constant contact with fresh alpine winds, making for wines with great tension and strong array of more savoury characteristics rather than punchy fruit.
Mont Blanc Sparkling Glacier Pas Dose
$48.99
Cave Mont Blanc is located in Morgex, Val D'Aosta, Italy. Created in 1983 by the “Association des Viticulteurs” with the aim of developing the Valdostan viticulture and making its products known to a wider audience. The cultivation area extends between Morgex and La Salle, and the vineyards reach 1200 meters above sea level making them the highest in Europe. The height of these vineyards meant that even the phylloxera louse, which at the end of the 19th century destroyed most of the vineyards of Europe, could not survive the altitude. In these vineyards, the original vines are planted without grafting, almost exclusively from the indigenous Prié Blanc grape.
Mont Blanc de Morgex
$36.99
Cave Mont Blanc de Morgex et de la Salle is a cooperative made up of more than 80 tiny grape growers at the foot of Mont Blanc. What these growers lack in the individual scale of production, they make up for in drama - the vineyards reach a height of 1200 meters, the highest active vineyards in Europe! Comprised entirely of the indigenous Valle d'Aosta varietal Prié Blanc, this exciting wine bursts with florality and alpine meadow fruit. A truly wonderful aperitif, and a must-try for those keen to explore the Italian alpine terroir.
Kentucky Owl Wiseman Bourbon
$74.99
Though there are plans to build a proper Kentucky Owl Distillery, but construction is not likely to begin until at least 2024. Kentucky Owl Wiseman is currently contract distilled at Bardstown Bourbon Company. The Wiseman is a blend of the distillery's Rye and Wheat Bourbon mash bills that are at least four years of age. These two Bourbons are then further blended with 5.5 Year Old and 8.5 Year Old Bourbon sourced from undisclosed Kentucky distilleries. The resulting whisky is bottled at 45.4%.
GlenDronach 12 Year 50ml
$10.99
This bottle was featured on Day 16 of our 2022 KWM Whisky Calendar. You can read the blog post here.
Also available in full-size bottles
It's been years, but it is finally back in stock... bottled at 12 years of age and 43% after maturing in Oloroso & PX Sherry casks.
Cecillon Dragon Eau de Vie
$63.99
This French Eau de Vie is made from barrel-aged cider that is distilled and then bottled at 40%.