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Think roasted mushrooms, pork, chicken thighs, tajarin with ragù, or anything involving truffles if the universe is feeling generous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.matteocorreggia.com\/en\/homepage\/\" title=\"Matteo Correggia website\" style=\"color: #000000;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatteo Correggia was a true visionary in Roero, Italy. He saw the potential of his land before many others and worked hard to put it on the map. Although Matteo passed away many years ago, his children and widow have taken over the family business, and his son, Giovanni, now runs the show!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoero is a small town to the north of the more famous Piedmont wine regions, Barolo and Barbaresco, but more importantly, it is on the other side of the Po river, and its soils are much younger. Even more importantly, those soils are loaded with sand. And seashells! When you come to the store, ask us about the seashells we saw when we visited this wonderful place in 2013. Sand has a tendency to bring out the aromatics of wine grapes, especially when compared with the clay soils of Barolo and Barbaresco. So even though the grapes grown in this commune are the same ones grown in other parts of northern Italy, their expression is more exuberant, and in our eyes, more enticing!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gregory Condes Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46559749603384,"sku":"","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8711\/6344\/files\/CorreggiaRoero.jpg?v=1697414368"},{"product_id":"motodo-classico-rose-brut-nv-scacciadiavoli","title":"Metodo Classico Rosé Brut NV, Scacciadiavoli","description":"\u003cp\u003eNot only is the Sagrantino grape unique, but a sparkling version made in the Champagne method...? Absolute anarchy! This wine is super special, and delicious too. A lively and balanced wine with good structure and pleasantly fresh acidity, simultaneously this wine shows flavors red apple, citrus, grapefruit and bread crust. With a fine and persistent bead, it is Ideal with hors d'oeuveres, first and second courses of seafood, as well as white meats or fresh cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scacciadiavoli wine estate Is one of the most ancient wine production estates of the “Montefalco” zone. The name Scacciadiavoli (Devil banisher), derives from an exorcism carried out here in the 17th century. The episode involved a young woman possessed by the devil, who was made to drink some of the local red wine by the exorcist, which succeeded in driving away the devils. The hamlet has been named after this historic event and is today called “Scacciadiavoli.” In the mid-19th century, Prince Ugo Boncompagni commissioned the building of wine production cellars which are still in working order today, and due to the large size of these cellars it took the name of “Localita Cantinone” (large cellar area). In the mid 20th century, the grandfather of the current owners, Amilcare Pambuffetti, purchased the estate, which extends 130 ha, 20 ha of which are for the growing of grapes. The estate produces the typical wines: Montefalco Sagrantino (11 ha), Montefalco Rosso (5 ha), and Grechetto (3 ha). An architectural and functional renovation project is currently underway of the “Cantinone” premises, involving both the reconversion and expansion of the vine growing area, aimed at improving the quality standards of the production of the “Montefalco Sagrantino” and the “Montefalco Rosso” varieties. The Pambuffetti brothers are optimistic that thanks to the potential of the land and the micro-climatic conditions, the Scacciadiavoli Estate, is sure to reach its objectives, with the collaboration of highly experienced agronomists and oenologists. This optimism and conviction is also aptly expressed in the motto “Sola Fides” embossed on the coat of arms, positioned at the front of the cellars.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vinity Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46559749767224,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8711\/6344\/files\/ScacciadiavoliBrutRose.jpg?v=1697420726"},{"product_id":"nebbiolo-dalba-spumante-rose-2019-casina-bric","title":"Nebbiolo d'Alba Spumante Rosé 2019, Casina Bric","description":"\u003cp\u003eCuvée 970 in reference to 1970, is the year the Nebbiolo d’Alba Spumante DOC was born! Italy’s 3rd sparkling appellation behind Franciacorta and Prosecco. Producers tend to focus on still reds here, making Nebbiolo bubbles a very rare and exciting exploration. Made in the Charmat method, with one year sur lie and one year in bottle before release, the nose is lovely with wild rose, strawberry and peach blossoms. The palate is elegant and dry and we really want to drink this with some crostini with anchovies, prosciutto, or just about any antipasti!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter decades of winemaking under the Viberti family name, Gianluca Viberti decided it was time to navigate an independent path within Barolo. In 2010 he purchased 12 hectares mostly in Barolo proper where he now farms at the highest peaks in the commune with elevations averaging 460m. Casina Bric is a translation of “farmhouse on top of a hill”. Hence the name 460 Casina Bric.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith dedication to organic viticulture Gianluca is a firm believer in respecting the land in the present and considering its longevity for future generations. An eccentric outdoorsman with a deep connection to nature and respect for history. His winemaking emphasis is traditional; with long macerations, indigenous yeasts and large Slavonian barrels. With his adventurous spirit he makes two Nebbiolo d’Alba Spumante’s from vineyards in the Roero, which is rare among his astute colleagues in the area, but quite historic as Nebbiolo d’Alba was Italy’s 3rd DOC for sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Siena Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46559749799992,"sku":"","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8711\/6344\/files\/CascinaBricNebbioloBrutRose.jpg?v=1697420774"},{"product_id":"dafni-psarades-2022-lyrarakis","title":"Dafni Psarades 2022, Lyrarakis","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dafní grape variety was saved from extinction by the Lyrarakis family, when it was planted in the “Psarades” family vineyard at 480m altitude in central Crete in the early '90s. Its name derives from the bay laurel plant, which is called “Dáfni” in Greek, and the wine has a distinctive herbal character, accompanied by a refreshing citrus fruit note. 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As befits the birthplace of Zeus, the island has a scorching sun and an endless wind. During the Bronze Age, it hosted the Minoan Civilization, noted for its city-states, architecture and administration, to say nothing of far-flung trade. For as long as wine has been made, it has been made here (even during occupations by tee-totaling Ottomans and Moors). Only in 1913 did Crete become part of Greece.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIn 1966 Bart Lyrarakis’ father and uncle founded their winery. Their timing wasn’t exactly fortuitous, given that in the next decade phylloxera finally found its way to the island. This necessitated wide-spread replanting, with many growers favoring French over local varietals, and ushered in a period of dominance by cooperatives. 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No one else on the island is currently making wine from these grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cellar, the touch is light, and tailored to each varietal and site; Myriam de-stems grapes, or uses whole berry, or whole cluster, or combinations thereof. Her white wines finish with refreshingly low octanes, and they’re as much about texture and salinity as about overt fruit. They don’t typically undergo malo because the malic acid is low, and they make fabulous seafood wines. As for those wonderful descriptions on the labels, Myriam writes them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the vineyard parcels the family works with are non-irrigated and are hand-harvested. Many are head-pruned, especially those in windy sites where trellised systems can be risky (such zones often sport columns of modern wind turbines, each with a sensor that shuts them down when the wind exceeds safe speeds). In addition, often these parcels are inter-planted, as tradition mandated. 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Well now you can! This wine is just what you’d want a natural Sangiovese to be: bright, fresh, and energetic—a delicious wine that pleases body and soul. Cherry fruits, earthy undertones, and bright acidity make it the perfect pasta wine! And no added sulfur...? It's a win-win!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe man behind Romignano is Riccardo Rossi, a third generation vigneron. He imbues a passion for simple elegance, perhaps a carry-over from his surfing days. 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The palate is rich yet refined, offering layers of black fruit, cocoa, and subtle spice framed by velvety tannins and a long, graceful finish. Certified organic since 2009, Château Trapaud focuses on balance and terroir expression, making this a wine that feels both classic and thoughtfully modern. Perfect alongside roast lamb, mushroom dishes, or a simple hunk of aged Comté.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Larribière family have been stewards of this 15th Century estate for 4 generations. The vineyard is planted to 45-50 year old vines on average with the oldest planted in 1900. 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Led by Stewart Johnson—grower, winemaker, and the opposite of “photo-op” participation—Kendric is built around the idea that great wine starts with dirt-under-the-fingernails stewardship. We’ve met Stewart, and he’s the real deal: thoughtful, unflashy, and as invested in caring for the land as he is in what ends up in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8711\/6344\/files\/Stew-with-dogs_1.jpg?v=1725580218\" width=\"300\" height=\"451\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe lineup is intentionally small and personal, drawn from Stewart’s Northern Marin vineyard (right at the Sonoma border) and family-held sites in Amador County’s Shenandoah Valley. 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That family thread runs through the whole story: the winery is named for Stewart’s late father, Kendric Johnson, both as a tribute and as a kind of ongoing accountability to high standards; and Stewart is quick to credit his wife, Eileen Burke, for the steady support that made the long road from planting to bottle possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8711\/6344\/files\/Rick_Kathleen_1.jpg?v=1725580263\" width=\"300\" height=\"217\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"d1c59e8f-96b2-4e17-a549-32de7d331cd2\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-2\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"cf221431-3ee1-439e-aace-089fd10dc08b\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2-thinking\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"2061\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eStewart’s farming background goes back to growing up in Amador County working with prunes, walnuts, and grapes. In the early 1990s, he planted Sangiovese on his parents’ land, later experimenting with Syrah. Then, in 2001—after “catching the Pinot Noir bug”—he began planting what would become his own Northern Marin vineyard: about 8.5 acres, largely Pinot, positioned between Tomales Bay and the San Francisco Bay. He made his early vintages in other facilities starting in 2004, before building out his own modest production space on Treasure Island and bringing winemaking fully under his own roof beginning with the 2013 vintage. The scale stays small by design, because for Kendric, the point isn’t growth—it’s doing the work, carefully, year after year, and letting the vineyard speak without a lot of fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kendric Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48460383813688,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8711\/6344\/files\/KendricSangiovese.jpg?v=1726255488"},{"product_id":"mencia-silvaspoons-vineyard-2023-nonesuch-wines","title":"Mencía, Silvaspoons Vineyard 2023, NoneSuch Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eMencía is best known in northwest Spain, especially Bierzo and Ribeira Sacra, where it makes dark, aromatic reds with bright fruit, floral lift, earthy depth, and a peppery little snap. NoneSuch’s California take keeps that spirit intact, but brings a slightly sunnier frame: ripe black cherry, raspberry, plum skin, violet, cracked pepper, and a savory, almost ferrous edge that keeps the fruit from getting too glossy. It’s medium to full-bodied, with silky tannins, soft acidity, and enough structure to make it feel generous without getting heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fruit comes from Silvaspoons Vineyard in the Alta Mesa AVA, just north of Lodi and south of Sacramento. Grower Ron Silva has spent decades championing Iberian varieties, with 21 different grapes planted on the property, including what is believed to be California’s first planting of Mencía. That planting is tiny: just one acre, planted in 2014 with clones originally from Bierzo, Spain. Alta Mesa means “high table,” a nod to the area’s slightly elevated hills above the flatter Lodi landscape. The soils are alluvial clay and gravel left by the Cosumnes and American Rivers, and the warm site gives this wine its deeper color, fuller body, and quietly sturdy backbone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaitlin Quinn was raised in San Luis Obispo wine country, and has made wine for over a decade in California and abroad. Finding inspiration from her family, friends, and incredible mentors in Santa Cruz and Sonoma Counties, she started NoneSuch Wines in 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbracing minimalist winemaking techniques in order to express vineyard terroir fully, the grapes are hand-harvested and foot tread, fermented whole-cluster naturally with native yeasts, and aged in entirely neutral oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoneSuch is a feeling of discovery, something aligning in the right time and place, transmitted through soil into wine. It is seeking out exceptional and inspiring vineyards where grapes convey the soil and climate unique to their position in California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"NoneSuch Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48464982966328,"sku":null,"price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8711\/6344\/files\/NonesuchMencia2023.jpg?v=1727990716"},{"product_id":"oveja-old-oak-vineyard-2023-lone-madrone","title":"Oveja, Old Oak Vineyard 2023, Lone Madrone","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the Old Oak Vineyard in the Willow Creek District, this blend of 48% Picpoul, 37% Grenache Blanc and 15% Vermentino has a delicate nose of white peach, limestone, and a touch of thyme, creating a layered and refreshing palate. The bright acidity from the Vermentino provides structure and makes the wine an excellent companion for Mediterranean dishes, seafood, and herbed poultry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the inaugural vintage of Oveja created with Vermentino, a varietal intentionally planted by Jordan Collins in 2020 for this unique white blend. Vermentino was selected for its bright acidity, which enhances the wine's overall profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is fermented for 11 months in 100% concrete vessels, followed by full malolactic fermentation. The use of concrete allows for a slow, controlled maturation, preserving the wine's fresh, mineral-driven characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry farmed, head trained, and certified organic as of 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLone Madrone was founded in 1996 with the goal of producing distinctive wines from vineyards in the rugged limestone hills of Paso Robles. Growing slowly yet steadily since, the focus is largely on vineyards that are dry-farmed and head-trained, which winemaker Neil Collins believes to be “the purest expression of the unparalleled terroir of west Paso Robles.” Neil also feels that when you begin with grapes from vineyards of this quality, in these outrageous soils, it only makes sense to “let them sing for themselves without being masked by our hands.” To this end, all the wines are fermented with native yeasts and aged in predominantly neutral oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lone Madrone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48466363613240,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8711\/6344\/files\/LoneMadroneOvejaWhite.jpg?v=1728688611"},{"product_id":"riesling-terrassen-2018-salomon-undhof","title":"Riesling Terrassen 2018, Salomon Undhof","description":"\u003cp\u003ePronounced aromas of ripe citrus fruits, such as lemon and lime, along with stone fruits like apricot and peach. A stellar example of aged Riesling, the petrol notes characteristic of the varietal come through, and yet the wine has a lively, refreshing acidity that gives it a bright, vibrant profile. This acidity balances the ripe fruit flavors and provides great structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine will pair well with grilled or steamed fish, oysters, and shellfish, as well as lightly spiced dishes, especially those featuring ginger or lemongrass (think Asian Cuisine).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalomon Undhof is one of Austria’s most historic and esteemed wineries, with a rich heritage that dates back to 1792. Located in the Kremstal region along the banks of the Danube River, near the town of Krems, the winery has been run by the Salomon family for over 225 years. Over the centuries, it has earned a reputation for producing high-quality, terroir-driven wines.\u003cbr\u003eToday, the winery is managed by Bert and Gertrud Salomon, who are part of the eighth generation of Salomons to run the estate. They have expanded the family's winemaking operations to include vineyards in Australia, but the heart of their winemaking remains in Austria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eP.S. The 2018 Riesling Terrassen has the potential to age beautifully over the next 5 to 10 years. 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This is the first time this wine has been imported into the US market, and we're so excited to share it with you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" data-mce-style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs a young woman, Léa Schaller left Chablis for university in Strasbourg. This led to a job in the music business in Paris, putting even more distance between herself and her parents' life of farming cereals and vines. Music influenced her enough to name her domaine Orion, after a song by the band Metallica, but long before that came to pass she had come to question her life in Paris. Coinciding with the end of her employment contract, her mother broke a leg, which put the dissonance into perspective: her father was nearing retirement, her mother was on crutches, and she was their only child. Moreover, she was thinking about starting a family herself, and the countryside beckoned as far more hospitable to raising a child than the streets of the capital city. She went home to Préhy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/8711\/6344\/files\/Orion-Lea-scaled_480x480.jpg?v=1708287138\" width=\"569\" height=\"854\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePréhy is a small village in the southwest corner of the Chablis appellation, often photographed for its church, which stands as an icon on the ridge just outside of the village proper. Léa spent a year helping her mother while taking various odd jobs in the town of Chablis. Then she made the decision to take over the family business, making her the third generation to run the farm. That was fundamental enough, given its implicit life-long commitment, but she went one step further by deciding to build a winery to bottle wine instead of selling the entire crop of grapes to the co-op. This required a return to school to get a degree in viticulture and winemaking (along with the prerequisite internships, hers done at the family domaine and at the Chablisienne cooperative).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThereafter, she got a loan to build a small winery, equipped it with stainless steel tanks, and penciled out a five-year plan. Her first vintage was 2019, which saw a production of 1,000 bottles. Every year thereafter she pulled more vines from the co-op so that by vintage 2023 she was able to market 20,000 bottles (1,650 cases). She quit all herbicides in 2022 and minimized other treatments. She’s in a viticulture group with Pascal Picq, Didier’s brother who heads up the vineyards for the Picq domaine. 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Expect rich notes of dried apricot, orange marmalade, honeycomb, and candied citrus peel, with a whisper of baking spice and a zippy thread of acidity that keeps things lively—not syrupy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cuvée Tradition is perfect for sipping on its own, but it also shines alongside savory bites like foie gras or blue cheese, or desserts like almond tart, peach cobbler, or crème brûlée. Want to impress at brunch? Try it with fried chicken and waffles, or a slice of salty aged cheddar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sweet wine with serious style, Grande Maison proves that Monbazillac deserves a spot on your table—and in your heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTucked into the sun-warmed hills of the Dordogne, **Grande Maison** is a quietly legendary estate producing some of the most elegant Monbazillac wines in southwestern France. Centered around a stately 17th-century limestone manor, the winery has been in the hands of the Darnajou family since the early 20th century, with fourth-generation winemaker Philippe Darnajou and his daughter Camille now at the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe terroir here is uniquely suited to *Botrytis cinerea*—noble rot—thanks to a dance of morning fog from the nearby Dordogne River and golden afternoon sun. These natural rhythms, combined with clay-limestone soils, help produce intensely aromatic and lusciously sweet grapes, harvested in multiple passes to capture the perfect degree of concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrande Maison’s wines are a balancing act of richness and freshness. Expect golden layers of apricot, quince, and orange blossom lifted by citrusy acidity. Their *Cuvée Tradition* is a crowd favorite, while the rare *Cuvée Monarque*, aged for a decade before release, is pure liquid gold. 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A classic blend of 60% Grenache, 20% Syrah, and 20% Mourvèdre, it opens with notes of blackcurrant, wild rosemary, cracked pepper, and a whisper of smoke. The palate is rich and full-bodied yet fresh, with silky tannins wrapping around flavors of ripe blackberry, savory tapenade, and dried herbs. It’s a wine that manages to feel both rustic and refined—a true expression of the Corbières terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2294\" class=\"\"\u003eOrganically farmed on stony soils near the Mediterranean, “Viala” captures the dry heat and wild beauty of southern France. 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Today, it’s home to a modern revival led by a passionate team committed to expressing the rustic elegance and power of Corbières wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"1043\" class=\"\"\u003eThe vineyards thrive in the hot, dry climate of southern France, where the limestone and schist soils stress the vines just enough to coax out complexity and intensity. Organic practices in the vineyard and a minimalist approach in the cellar yield wines that speak clearly of their place—wines with wild herb aromatics, sun-ripened fruit, and earthy depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1455\" class=\"\"\u003eThe “Viala” cuvée is one of the estate’s flagship expressions, named after a favored vineyard parcel. It’s a bold, structured red that honors the tradition of the Corbières appellation while offering a polished, modern edge. Think ancient château charm meets fresh winemaking savvy. 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Ripe white peach, apricot, citrus peel, and hints of smoke leap from the glass, while time on lees adds a savory, salty complexity and a supple, mouth-filling texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s no oak overkill here—just the subtle framing of neutral barrels, allowing the wine’s natural vibrancy to shine. 10 days of skin contact add texture and depth, and the finish is both crisp and generous, with an edge of minerality that ties it all together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair it with dishes that play with richness and spice: miso black cod, dukkah-dusted cauliflower, or a Moroccan chicken tagine with preserved lemon. 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The Verburgs, kindred spirits to that rebellion, established the winery with a fierce commitment to minimal intervention and old-school winemaking methods—eschewing unnecessary technology in favor of a more elemental approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"1049\" class=\"\"\u003eTheir vineyard sits on the eastern slopes of the Houw Hoek mountains, where shale and decomposed granite soils give structure and minerality to the wines. The region benefits from cool ocean breezes that moderate the climate and extend the growing season, allowing grapes to ripen slowly and retain freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1358\" class=\"\"\u003eWhile Luddite is best known for its bold, age-worthy Syrah, the Saboteur line—created as a more playful, approachable counterpoint—has developed its own cult following. 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Whole-bunch pressed and wild-fermented in neutral oak barrels and concrete, the wine is aged on its lees for 11 months, gaining texture and complexity without losing its focused energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2581\" class=\"\"\u003eIn the glass, it’s all crushed citrus peel, underripe pear, quince, and chalky minerality, with a flicker of reduction and a spine of brisk acidity. It’s a wine that feels both ancient and fresh—a drinkable geology lesson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2798\" class=\"\"\u003eFood-wise, think spring: grilled prawns with lemon aioli, fennel and citrus salad, or roasted cauliflower with tahini and almonds. 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After honing his craft in the Rhône Valley, Portugal, and back home in South Africa, Bernhard set out with a singular goal: to produce wines of place—honest, energetic, and rooted in the rugged soils of the Cape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe heart of Scions of Sinai lies on the lower slopes of Sinai Hill in Faure, a coastal pocket of Stellenbosch shaped by decomposed granite and sea breezes from nearby False Bay. Bernhard also occasionally sources fruit from the Swartland’s Paardeberg region, where similarly old, dry-farmed bush vines cling to the mountainsides. Across all sites, he eschews irrigation, herbicides, and synthetic treatments. Farming is done naturally and by hand, emphasizing deep-rooted, low-yielding vines that fully channel the complexity of their environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the cellar, restraint is the rule. 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After honing his craft in the Rhône Valley, Portugal, and back home in South Africa, Bernhard set out with a singular goal: to produce wines of place—honest, energetic, and rooted in the rugged soils of the Cape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe heart of Scions of Sinai lies on the lower slopes of Sinai Hill in Faure, a coastal pocket of Stellenbosch shaped by decomposed granite and sea breezes from nearby False Bay. Bernhard also occasionally sources fruit from the Swartland’s Paardeberg region, where similarly old, dry-farmed bush vines cling to the mountainsides. Across all sites, he eschews irrigation, herbicides, and synthetic treatments. Farming is done naturally and by hand, emphasizing deep-rooted, low-yielding vines that fully channel the complexity of their environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the cellar, restraint is the rule. 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Crafted by Bernhard Bredell—one of South Africa’s New Wave stars—this white blend (Chenin Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Viognier) comes from dry-farmed bush vines near False Bay, where sea breezes keep things zippy and cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1478\" data-start=\"1170\"\u003eThe 2024 vintage opens with aromas of lemon peel, green almond, and fynbos after a storm. On the palate, it’s textured but electric: apricot skin, grapefruit pith, and saline minerality hum beneath a waxy, leesy richness. A field blend that feels both wild and composed, like a jazz solo with perfect rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1758\" data-start=\"1480\"\u003eThis is a wine for seafood lovers, acid freaks, and geology nerds alike. Pair it with pickled fish, grilled calamari, or herby couscous. Drink it now for its energy, or let it mellow into something deeper. 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After honing his craft in the Rhône Valley, Portugal, and back home in South Africa, Bernhard set out with a singular goal: to produce wines of place—honest, energetic, and rooted in the rugged soils of the Cape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe heart of Scions of Sinai lies on the lower slopes of Sinai Hill in Faure, a coastal pocket of Stellenbosch shaped by decomposed granite and sea breezes from nearby False Bay. Bernhard also occasionally sources fruit from the Swartland’s Paardeberg region, where similarly old, dry-farmed bush vines cling to the mountainsides. Across all sites, he eschews irrigation, herbicides, and synthetic treatments. Farming is done naturally and by hand, emphasizing deep-rooted, low-yielding vines that fully channel the complexity of their environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the cellar, restraint is the rule. 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Founded in 1957 by Guillermo Eguren—but with family roots in the region dating back to 1870—Bodegas Sierra Cantabria is now helmed by brothers Marcos and Miguel Ángel Eguren, renowned for crafting wines that balance elegance, structure, and an unmistakable sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eTheir estate vineyards stretch across the hillsides between the Ebro River and the sheltering Sierra Cantabria range, where high altitudes and limestone-rich soils help produce Tempranillo of uncommon purity and finesse. Farming is organic in practice: no herbicides are used, cover crops are encouraged, and everything is harvested by hand and sorted with great care. 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