Author: cellar door
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preented by Camilo Boada of Sunrise Wines JACOBUS Pinot blanc The vineyard’s luxuriant territory is characterized by a microclimate consisting of mild winters and hot summers, yet which are not excessively humid, an ideal environment not only for the cultivation of grape vines but also for olive and citrus fruit trees. Our wine originates precisely…
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presented by Mark Luna of Kellogg Selections Francois Villard, Marsanne “Contours de Mairlant” ~ 2022 The vineyard soils are essentially granite and provide minerality, a beautiful balance and a protective structure. The vines, perfectly exposed South/South-East, are protected from the west and north wind. We enjoy a temperate climate with good sunshine and rain which…
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Ross-Idi Nikolaevo Gewurztraminer ~ 2020 The combining of owners’ names Rosie & Eddie Kourian established the foundation of Rossidi in 2008. “Rossidi wines are born out of our love and passion for fine wines. We believe that wine needs to reflect the terroir it comes from, as well as the main features of the variety…
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presented by Megan Gadwah of 3 Keys Wine Distributors Paarl Heights Sauvignon ~ 2022 The grapes are planted at the foothills of the Paarl Mountain which is the second-largest granite outcrop in the world. The soils are made from decomposed granite and the minerality of the final wines is a direct result of this soil…
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presented by Brad Werner of Ocean South Imports Blaufränkisch Incognito ~ 2022 Appellation: Carpathian Basin, Hungary The blue-franc (kékfrankos) is the most diverse, most potent, and least recognized variety. It smells almost like a light, airy rosé, but it could pretend to be a fresh Riesling. You can already feel a twisting sensation in a…
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presented by Mark Luna of Kellogg Selection Bourgogne Chitry Blanc Constance ~ 2022 ~ Appellation: Bourgogne Chitry Blanc Constance The “Signature” range offers carefully created regional and communal appellation wines, true reflections of our northern Burgundy. Each one expresses the typicity of the wine region from which it comes, expressing the nuances and subtleties specific…
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presented by Brittanie of Queen of Wines Vins Breban ‘Baron de Seillac’ Brut Baron de Seillac White Brut is made from grapes grown at vineyards throughout the Var region. Wines produced are the result of close collaboration between growers, vintners, and Vins Bréban company. All wines are produced according to very rigorous standards and specifications…
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presented by Kati of Etruscan Imports SOLCO ~ 2022 Appellation: Emilia Romagna, Italy. Beginning in 1926 and in their 4th generation of family run winemakers, Paltrinieri is the benchmark for quality Lambrusco (sparkling red). Grapes: Lambrusco Salamino 100%, ABV 11% Tasting notes: Deep purplish-red color with fine perlage (slight effervescence). Intense aromas meet your mouth with ripe…
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presented by Andrew from 17th Street DA ASTRUC MALRAS VIOGNIER Domaine Astruc is located on the foothill of the Pyrenees. The vineyards are planted on the Limoux appellation in a unique terroir in Languedoc, where diverse climatic influences converge, the Mediterranean and the Oceanic being the most important ones. Grapes: Viognier 100%, ABV 13% vol. Tasting…
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BUFFELSFONTEIN CHENIN BLANC COASTAL REGION presented by Andrew of Elephants Corner Jan van Riebeeck established the first vines at the Cape in 1655. One of these three original cultivars was Steen, otherwise known as Chenin Blanc. Grapes: Chenin Blanc 100%, ABV 12.5% vol. Tasting notes: Buffelsfontein Steen is a delicious, pear-flavored, textured, and refreshing white wine, which…
