Grape: Negroamaro (85%), Primitivo (15%) Type: Red Appellation: Salento I.g.t. Vineyard location: Cellino San Marco Vineyard Altitude and orientation: 70 mt. a.s.l. – W, SW Soil: clay with limestone rock Vineyards age: 12 years old Vine training system: bush vines with Settonce system Plant density: 5.120 vines / ha Harvest time: last week of A […]
Beaujolais nouveau is a purple-pink wine reflecting its youth, bottled only 6-8 weeks after harvest. The method of production means that there is very little tannin, and the wine can be dominated by such fruity ester flavours as banana, fig and pear drop. The wine is recommended to be slightly chilled to 13°C (55°F). Beaujolais nouveau is […]
Colour: deep ruby red, with violet notes. Aroma: concentrated, spicy liquorice, aromas of small forests fruits, with light hints of pepper, vanilla, and chocolate. Taste: very structured to the palate, full bodied and rich, with harmonious and elegant tannins. Long after taste finish, intense and persistent, with notes of preserved fruits and spices. Variety: Montepulciano 100%. Vineyard: within the estate, […]
Wine Vigna del Martin Producer Luca Ferraris Region Piemonte Legal Designation Barbera d’Asti DOC Grape Varieties Barbera Wine Type Red, dry Vintage 2010 Viticulture and Vinification Single-vineyard barbera vinified in stainless-steel and aged for eight months in Slavonian botti. Size 750ml
Wine Monferrato Bianco Sensazioni Producer Luca Ferraris Region Piemonte Legal Designation Monferrato DOC Bianco Grape Varieties Viognier Wine Type White, dry Vintage 2011 Viticulture and Vinification Luca planted Viognier some years ago because, as an early ripener, it could be harvested and vinified by the end of August. After destemming and crushing, the wine undergoes several hours’ maceration before it […]
Wine Ruche Il Firmato Producer Luca Ferraris Region Piemonte Legal Designation Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato DOC Grape Varieties Ruchè Wine Type Red, dry Vintage 2010 Viticulture and Vinification Single-vineyard ruchè vinified in stainless-steel and aged for eight months in Slavonian botti. Size 750ml
Loosely translated, Loca Linda means “crazy in a good way.” The same could be said for the winemaking philosophy of owner Brian Smith and his wife Gina – despite the naysayers, they’ve found a way to produce a high-quality, expressive, hand-crafted wine at an approachable price point. A Master Sommelier with experience at some of the finest dining establishments in […]
WINE ESTATE The Parent Domaine, installed at Pommard since 1803, today managed by Jacques Parent’s daughters, perpetuates the traditions of a family of winegrowers whose origins go back to the mid-17th century. The Parent Domaine mainly produces “village” appellation wines, Premier Cru wines and Grand Cru Cote de Beaune. The wines are cultivated in a sustainable manner, with controlled […]
Summary Furlanà meaning Speak Friulian in Friulian dialect, is a reference to notion of Friulano as the most typical grape from Friuli. Terroir: The Friulano grapes are sourced from the best vineyards in the communes of Zeglia and San Floriano del Collio, at an elevation of over 650ft, on marl and sandstone soils. The vines are trained using […]
Summary Santi Valpolicella Classico Superiore is a “ripasso” method Valpolicella; meaning that following primary fermentation the wine sees a second fermentation with the addition of Amarone grapes and skins, creating a richer, more complex and more exciting final wine. Terroir: Santi Solane is sourced from estate vineyards within the original Valpolicella appellation of Valpolicella Classico. Vinification: When primary […]
