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Les 3 Domaines La Croix Blanche
Les 3 Domaines La Croix Blanche is an exceptional dry white wine from the renowned Crozes-Hermitage appellation in the Rhône Valley, France. Produced by the esteemed Les 3 Domaines winery, this wine is a meticulous blend of Colombard and Sauvignon Blanc grapes, showcasing the fresh and vibrant character of these varietals. With a commitment to quality and traditional winemaking practices, Les 3 Domaines delivers a wine that beautifully expresses the terroir of Crozes-Hermitage
Appellation: Rhône Valley, France
Grapes: 50% Colombard, 50% Sauvignon Blanc
Tasting notes: Fresh and aromatic, with enticing notes of citrus fruits, particularly lemon and grapefruit, complemented by green apple and pear. Hints of white flowers and a touch of minerality add depth and complexity to the bouquet. It is crisp and well-balanced. The vibrant flavors of citrus and orchard fruits are complemented by a refreshing acidity and a hint of tropical fruits. The finish is clean and persistent, with lingering notes of citrus and a delicate mineral touch.
Pairings: Goes beautifully with a variety of dishes. Its freshness and acidity make it an excellent match for seafood, particularly oysters, shrimp, and grilled fish. It also complements light salads, poultry dishes, and soft cheeses.
Producer: Les 3 Domaines
Les Enfants Terribles Chenin Blanc ~ 2024
The vineyard is in Clarksburg, California, home to the vast majority of Chenin Blanc grapes grown in California. This vineyard is a bit southwest of Sacramento, in the Sacramento River delta, where cool breezes from the San Francisco Bay cool the grapes, creating hot afternoons and cool evenings that make for ideal conditions to grow Chenin Blanc.
Appellation: Clarksburg, CA
Grapes: 100% Chenin Blanc – ABV 12.5%
Tasting notes: Beautiful pear with hints of apricot, minerals, honeycomb, grapefruit, pear, sweet spice finish. With rich, viscous texture, pear and apricot fruit, hints of grapefruit, crisp acidity, long, lively stonefruit finish.
Pairings: Chilled salmon with dill and cucumber, asparagus and goat cheese tart, grilled chicken skewers with lemon thyme.
Producer: Dashe Cellars
Ad Lucem Elaina Red ~ 2021
In the heart of the Willamette Valley, beside the historic Champoeg State Park, lies Lady Hill. Our 150-acre estate is a vibrant ecosystem where vineyards are woven between organic gardens, heritage orchards, and verdant pastures. Lady Hill Winery was founded in 2012 as a gathering place and working farm that would honor the past and contribute to the rich history of the land. Lady Hill is named as tribute to the lineage of powerful women who have always been the heart of our family. With every bottle, we invite you to our table to share in this story and taste our heritage in every sip
Appellation: Columbia Valley, OR
Grapes: 28% Syrah, 37% Mourvédre, 35% Grenache – ABV 14.9%
Tasting notes: It presents classic aromas of blackberry, with hints of white pepper, orange rind and barrel spice. On the palate, this wine is juicy with layers of berry and floral notes with a soft velvety tannin structure.
Pairing: Perfect with braises, stews, shepherd’s pie.
Producer: Lady Hill Winery
Etichetta Blu DOC ~ 2022
The Buonamico Estate is set southwest of Montecarlo, in the Cercatoja area, and it covers a surface of 100 hectares, 48 of which are dedicated to specialized vineyards. The winery was founded by renowned restaurateurs from Turin in the early 1960s, with the purpose of furnishing their restaurant with Montecarlo wines. Today the Estate, owned by the Fontana Family, has expanded in terms of both vineyards and wine cellar. While preserving the essential characteristics of a traditional winemaking style, “Buonamico” has now become one of the Montecarlo’s leading wine producers.
Appellation: Montecarlo, Italy
Grapes: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon– ABV 14%
Tasting notes: Wine with a very clear scent, with very intense dark fruit notes and flowers, cocoa, vanilla and spices which define its complexity. It is a wine that keeps the specific characteristics of Montecarlo DOC, but the structure is remarkable because of the ageing of the Sangiovese barriques for 7 months. It has a velvety, wide and dense taste at the beginning, with clear but rounded tannins and it is well balanced and persistent.
Pairings: Tasty soups, grilled and stewed white meat, grilled red meat, grilled red meat, eel, cod, fish soups, medium aged cheese.
Producer: Tenuta del Buonamico
