{"title":"Female Winemaker","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"famille-de-boel-france-les-voraces-rouge-2019-750-ml","title":"De Boel France 'Les Voraces' Rouge 2019 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘Les Voraces’\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a pure expression of Syrah from the northern Rhone in the Collines Rhodaniennes IGP, where only stainless steel is used for fermentation, and a short aging to give as much varietal characteristic as possible.  This young vineyard is hand-harvested when the fruit has reached a perfect balance between pH and sugar development, and brought in for a natural fermentation. The De Boel family uses a gentle vertical press after fermentation and malolactic usually happens around February. By March or April the wine is bottled and sent to market to show its purest form, with notes of peppery spice, blackberry, boysenberry, and a touch of cured meat.  On the palate the wine is fresh, but has deep complexity, showing dark berry fruit, spice, licorice, and great minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFamille De Boel France is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastic and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/de_boel_les_voraces_19_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045114994961,"sku":"HG0086","price":19.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/DBF_Voraces_b41def5b-917e-47aa-9195-f35702a7bf1a.jpg?v=1744045467"},{"product_id":"latue-freak-of-nature-unfiltered-white-2021-750-ml","title":"Latúe 'Freak of Nature' Unfiltered White 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e85% Verdejo, 15% Sauvignon Blanc\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e5 months in stainless steel tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has a bright yellow color with aromas of tropical fruits and green apple. It’s fresh, fruity, light but not too light, with a persistent and lively finish. A subtle mineral cut heading into the finish lends some backbone to this easy-drinking value wine that’s a fun cocktail wine or an all-round companion to just about any dish that calls for a glass of white wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification: \u003c\/strong\u003eFermentation on stainless steel. Machine harvested verdejo \u0026amp; sauvignon blanc grapes, direct pressing, 4 hours on the skins before fermentation at low temperatures (16-18°C). Fermentation op stainless steel. Lees remain in the tank, zero filtration before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste profile: \u003c\/strong\u003ea pale yellow colour with greenish hues. Aromas of citrus grapefruit and white fruits. Tasty \u003cspan\u003ewith hints of citrus and a pleasant bitterness. Serve at 8\u003c\/span\u003e°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dropbox.com\/sh\/7384cmtp7wn7p3l\/AADTerSUmoTwawcoIe4VmXHNa\/Freak%20of%20Nature%2C%20Unfiltered%20White%2C%20Villanueva%20de%20Alcardete%2C%20Spain.pdf?dl=1\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas Latúe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045137441041,"sku":"HG0173","price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Screenshot2023-05-29at11.54.54AM.png?v=1685379344"},{"product_id":"margins-santa-cruz-mountains-pinot-noir-2019-750-ml","title":"Margins Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir 2019 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e An extremely light Pinot, with tart crunchy fruit and a gravelly mineral backbone, and delicious, refreshing acidity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinification:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% destemmed. Fermented on skins for one week. Aged in neutral oak for 16.5 months. Native fermentation, no fining, no filtration, no other modifications or additions except 20 ppm of sulfur dioxide the week before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBio:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver on the quest for something ‘marginal,’ I was striving to make a very light bodied Pinot like I did in 2018. That did not happen. Every year in the vineyard is different, and part of what makes low-intervention wine special is that we strive to highlight and embrace the inconsistencies from year to year instead of trying to homogenize everything. This Pinot is brambley and has some nice reduction on the nose (think evergreen tree, not hydrogen sulfide at all). It tastes like partial whole cluster, but those of you who have been drinking Margins for a while know that I destem all of the reds. While I typically attempt to make wines that are straightforward and easy to enjoy, there is a level of elegant inaccessibility to this wine that was unexpected but welcomed. Give it a good ol’ decant and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMargins produces low-intervention wines using grapes from underrepresented regions, vineyards, and varietals. We are part of the growing movement in California to make wines from vineyards farmed organically or in organic conversion using minimal additives during the winemaking process, thereby showcasing the vineyards the grapes came from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch like people living on the 'margins of society,' vineyards can be outcasts too. Most consumers of wine are only familiar with a handful of grape growing regions and types of wine. Margins draws attention to vineyards and varietals throughout northern and central California that find themselves on the margins without the recognition they deserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Margins mission over the last five years has been to work with small growers to transition their vineyards from conventional to organic farming by providing guidance as well as assurance that the grapes will have a home. We believe that if we worked solely with organic vineyards, we would not be using our role in the industry to its full potential to enact agricultural change. As of vintage 2021, all the vineyards Margins works with are farmed organically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMargins is a winemaking endeavor of Megan Bell, a winemaker living and working in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Prior to settling on the central coast of California, Megan received her BS in Viticulture and Enology from UC Davis in 2012 and apprenticed in wineries and vineyards in Napa, the Livermore Valley, the Willamette Valley, Central Otago (NZ), and the Loire Valley (France). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/static1.squarespace.com\/static\/56bede8959827eb455960230\/t\/62f2eb27614ccd0880fd4c95\/1660087082795\/TechSheet21PNSCM.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Margins Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045143011601,"sku":"HG0206","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/MarginsSantaCruzMountainsPinotNoir2019.png?v=1724099113"},{"product_id":"vieira-de-sousa-fine-ruby-port-750-ml","title":"Vieira de Sousa Fine Ruby Port (750 ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFine Ruby Port\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a young and delicious example of the ‘Ruby Style’ in the region, from the Vieira de Sousa estate.  Spending no time in wooden vats, the approach for Ruby Ports is meant to focus on the intensity of fruit, rather than the play with oxygen that Tawny styles are known for.  This is a very traditional blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa (Franca), Tinto Cão, Tinta Roriz, where the hand-harvested fruit was brought into the cellar for a foot-treading press in old granite lagares.  It ferments in lagares until it reaches the desired Baumé,  (in this case 3.2).  It was then fortified with Brandy to keep the sugar level and fruit flavor vivid and rich, offering delicious aromas and flavors of red fruit and plums, a decadent mouthfeel, and soft tannins.  Once open, drink this wine within several days, as it is about the fruit, not the oxygen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVieira de Sousa is a newly official Port house that dates back to the 18th \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecentury; as they have always farmed exceptional fruit from the Douro River region but used to sell the majority of their juice to larger estates nearby. As they have made small bits of Port for the family for over a century, the house now makes only their own Port as Luisa Vieira de Sousa Borges (the current and now operation generation of the family) completed a degree in oenology in 2008 and decided to take her family's business to a new level. In her young 30's, she is ambitious and is tackling a world of old traditional wine made by old men, by making incredible juice on her family's land. All estate fruit is used for the wines, coming from four different quintas (vineyards) at varying elevations, dispositions, and influences. In 2009 they bottled their first vintage Port from their top Quinta do Roncão Pequeno site, and the rest will now be history. In old stone lagares, they foot crush their fruit, let only the natural yeasts begin the fermentation, allow natural settling for clarification, and use incredibly delicate and quality brandy for fortification. Naturally, the final aged wines are exceptional, classic, and will be recognized as some of the greatest Ports available on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/vds_fine_ruby_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieira de Sousa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045172306193,"sku":"HG0372","price":16.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/VieiradeSousaFineRubyPort.png?v=1685029594"},{"product_id":"vieira-de-sousa-fine-white-port-750-ml","title":"Vieira de Sousa Fine White Port (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFine White Port\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis the entry-level example to the white style of Port that the Vieira de Sousa estate does better than anyone else.  It has spent the least time in barrel, though still focusing on the oxidative element of the wonderful white grapes used, but perfect for a delicious cocktail, or still wonderful simply paired with food and desserts. The grapes are a very traditional blend of Malvasia Fina, Rabigato, Voisinho, and Gouveio, where the hand-harvested fruit was brought into the cellar for a foot-treading press in old granite lagares.  It ferments in lagares with extended time on the skins, until it reaches the desired Baumé, (in this case 3.4).  It was then fortified with Brandy to keep the sugar level and fruit flavor vivid and rich, aged in old wooden vats (a bit in stainless steel as well) to expose oxygen to the wine, developing rich nutty characteristics, elegance, and delicious flavors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003eVieira de Sousa is a newly official Port house that dates back to the 18th \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003ecentury; as they have always farmed exceptional fruit from the Douro River region but used to sell the majority of their juice to larger estates nearby. As they have made small bits of Port for the family for over a century, the house now makes only their own Port as Luisa Vieira de Sousa Borges (the current and now operation generation of the family) completed a degree in oenology in 2008 and decided to take her family's business to a new level. In her young 30's, she is ambitious and is tackling a world of old traditional wine made by old men, by making incredible juice on her family's land. All estate fruit is used for the wines, coming from four different quintas (vineyards) at varying elevations, dispositions, and influences. In 2009 they bottled their first vintage Port from their top Quinta do Roncão Pequeno site, and the rest will now be history. In old stone lagares, they foot crush their fruit, let only the natural yeasts begin the fermentation, allow natural settling for clarification, and use incredibly delicate and quality brandy for fortification. Naturally, the final aged wines are exceptional, classic, and will be recognized as some of the greatest Ports available on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/vds_fine_white_ts_1.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieira de Sousa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45045172404497,"sku":"HG0374","price":16.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/VieiradeSousaFineWhitePort.jpg?v=1685029505"},{"product_id":"ronsel-do-sil-alpendre-merenzao-2020-750-ml","title":"Ronsel do Sil Alpendre Merenzao (Trousseau) 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444444; background-color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Merenzao (Trousseau) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444444; background-color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px;\"\u003eThe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e Ronsel do Sil ‘Alpendre’ Merenzao\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444444; background-color: #ffffff; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e comes from some of the most intense slopes of the region, situated at 500-750 meters above sea level, and all from east facing mountainsides with a 50% slope. This dramatic terroir is full of granite and slate soils and 50 year-old vine Merenzao, which is the local name for the Trousseau grape. Hand harvesting is mandatory here, and can also be very dangerous, in order to get the grapes into the cellar for a natural fermentation in 2500 liter oak foudres. Once complete, the wine is placed into just a few neutral French barrels of 228 and 500 liters, for about 6 months before it is then bottled. The resulting wine is alive and expressive beyond description, with fresh and spicy aromas of red fruits that jump out of the glass, alongside a clear and distinctive elegance that somehow is captured in smell. The palate is long and seductive, with fresh raspberry and black cherry, hints of spice, and pretty dark flowers, with acidity to keep the mouth intrigued, and a finish that is complex and contemplative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRonsel do Sil is situated in one of the world's most extreme grape growing regions, the Ribeira Sacra DO of northwestern Spain. With vineyards planted throughout treacherously steep slopes (ranging from 300 to 700 meters above sea level), all pruning, maintenance, and harvest is carried out by hand on old terraces built by the ancient Romans called Bancales. Maria José Yravedra is an absolute visionary for the region, producing wines that not only show incredible varietal integrity, but she accomplishes this through natural farming and biodynamic principles, making around 45,000 bottles a year from their 10 hectare estate. Her philosophy is based on what she calls 'heroic' viticulture, reflecting a sincere balance with nature, though love and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecompromise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with the land. Aside from composting each year with gorse (the last harvest's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epruning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and remains), sheep graze the vineyards once a year to add their natural flare and keep excess plants at bay. In the cellar, an absolutely minimal approach is the secret to each perfect bottling, with a gravity flow system instead of pumps, all old wood and concrete use for aging, and very little sulfur additions, letting the native grapes of the area tell their individual story.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/ronsel_do_sil_alpendre_20_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #444444; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronsel do Sil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45847706206481,"sku":"HG0650","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Ronsil.png?v=1698087081"},{"product_id":"vieira-de-sousa-fine-tawny-port-750-ml","title":"Vieira de Sousa Fine Tawny Port (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFine Tawny Port\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis a wonderful delicious example of the ‘Tawny Style’ in the region, from the Vieira de Sousa estate.  The aging is done in large old vats (tonel) to encourage an oxidative environment for this deliciously nutty Port.  This is a very traditional blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa (Franca), Tinto Cão, Tinta Roriz, where the hand-harvested fruit was brought into the cellar for a foot-treading press in old granite lagares.  It ferments in lagares until it reaches the desired Baumé, which is the measure of sugar that gives the potential alcohol point for Port (in this case 3.3).  It was then fortified with Brandy to keep the sugar level and fruit flavor vivid and rich, and then put into oak vats for aging for many years.  The final tawny offers a rich palate that is very balanced and elegant, with nuts and caramel notes, dates and figs, and a long expressive finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003eVieira de Sousa is a newly official Port house that dates back to the 18th \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\"\u003ecentury; as they have always farmed exceptional fruit from the Douro River region but used to sell the majority of their juice to larger estates nearby. As they have made small bits of Port for the family for over a century, the house now makes only their own Port as Luisa Vieira de Sousa Borges (the current and now operation generation of the family) completed a degree in oenology in 2008 and decided to take her family's business to a new level. In her young 30's, she is ambitious and is tackling a world of old traditional wine made by old men, by making incredible juice on her family's land. All estate fruit is used for the wines, coming from four different quintas (vineyards) at varying elevations, dispositions, and influences. In 2009 they bottled their first vintage Port from their top Quinta do Roncão Pequeno site, and the rest will now be history. In old stone lagares, they foot crush their fruit, let only the natural yeasts begin the fermentation, allow natural settling for clarification, and use incredibly delicate and quality brandy for fortification. Naturally, the final aged wines are exceptional, classic, and will be recognized as some of the greatest Ports available on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/vds_fine_tawny_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieira de Sousa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45847712432401,"sku":"HG0373","price":16.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Screenshot2023-07-04at10.59.15AM.png?v=1724099397"},{"product_id":"donkey-goat-romato-pinot-gris-2021-750-ml","title":"Donkey \u0026 Goat Romato Pinot Gris Filigreen Farm 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppellation: Anderson Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard: Filigreen Farm (biodynamic)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVarietal: Pinot Gris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClone: Clone 4 \u0026amp; 152 on 5BB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: Planted 2001\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation: 400 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil: Alluvial with gravel \u0026amp; clay loam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvested: 9\/15\/22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrushed: 9\/15\/22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressed: 9\/19\/22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaceration: From 48 hours to 4 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation: Wild yeast \u0026amp; bacteria in concrete and neutral oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel aging: 6 months in neutral French oak barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottled: April 11, 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction: 298 cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelease date: Fall 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2014 Tracey began working with the magical, biodynamic Filigreen Farm in the beautiful Anderson Valley. In addition, we purchased two Nomblot concrete tanks for fermentation vats. Together the vision of making Ramato Pinot Gris came to life! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRamato is a savory, textural experience boasting “funky” aroma and flavor. Less than a week on the skins after full destemming and then fermentation completes in neutral French oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRamato is the essence of early Fall. It’s a wine for the tea lover, with grippy tannins and lively texture. Our ‘copper’ sipper (‘Ramato’ in Italian), it is the rosé of autumn, sassy, suave and imaginative. Notes of dried apricot, hibiscus, rhubarb, savory herbs, and a touch of funk make this wine dimensional and unforgettable. Pair with Membrillo + Manchego, mushroom pasta, pumpkin soup, pork and potatoes, roasted root vegetables, or try our staff favorite, Soy-Glazed Salmon Hand Rolls from NYT Cooking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaker Note: In 2021 while suffering the catastrophic Caldor Fire in the El Dorado region where 50+% of my production is farmed I found myself calling a pick date beyond optimal for acidity. As a result, during blending in the Spring, I adjusted the acidity with an addition of Tartaric Acid rather than tweaking with another wine due to the fact I needed a bigger adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-6318ee85-7fff-8c05-e079-91ea2d612f8d\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Donkey \u0026 Goat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45866428236049,"sku":"HG0634","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Screenshot2023-07-05at4.07.29PM.png?v=1688591300"},{"product_id":"2022-est-swirl","title":"EST Rosé Swirl 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #222222; font-size: small; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eThe new EST Swirl is still a blend of Sauvignon blanc and pinot noir, but instead of a rose like in year's past, it's a light red. It's 26% sauv blanc fermented whole cluster, blended with 25% red pinot noir, and 49% pinot rose. Also, in 2022 the vineyard was formally converted to organic!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eStatera Cellars is owned and operated by two friends, Meredith Bell and Luke Wylde. Their mission is to make delicious, honest Chardonnay from the most distinct vineyards in their region. They are the first winery in the Willamette Valley to exclusively make Chardonnay—they love the grape and want to showcase its potential and diversity in the Pacific Northwest. Their wines are made using natural and traditional winemaking practices, resulting in wines that are compelling and markedly alive. All of their fruit is sourced from vineyards with whom they have long-term contracts with, sometimes empowering these growers to transition to organics, while ensuring that all of the workers associated with their project are paid a living wage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sqsrte-large\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eMeredith produces\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEST\u003c\/strong\u003e. She believes that wine is made in the vineyard, through meticulous and conscientious farming. All wines come from their four acre vineyard in Clackamas County, in the eastern Willamette Valley, co-farmed by Meredth. Pinot noir and Sauvignon blanc planted in 1982 on their own roots, grow in deep Jory soil. The low intervention winemaking allows the vineyard to speak through the wine. With nothing added, except for SO2, and nothing taken away, both time and place mark EST wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/22_EST_SWIRL.pdf?v=1690890708\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #222222; background-color: #ffffff;\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Statera Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51717366317329,"sku":"HG0684","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/ESTRoseSwirlSquare.png?v=1691069558"},{"product_id":"2022-statera-remix-vol-iii-petnat","title":"Statera 'Remix' Vol III Petnat 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e75% chardonnay, 25% dolcetto from Jubilee Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eAnother new wine, and the only sparkling wine for Statera in 2022, this is a light pink petnat. Both the chardonnay and dolcetto were direct pressed and fermented separately in poly tote, and the wine was bottled ~2 months after harvest date. The wine was then bottle fermented and aged for 9 months prior to release. Like our chardonnay petnat, the wine is left undisgorged, so that some lees land in the glass and add to the texture and richness of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStatera Cellars is owned and operated by two friends, Meredith Bell and Luke Wylde. Since 2014, it has been our mission to make delicious, honest Chardonnay from the most distinct vineyards in our region. We are one of the only wineries in the Willamette Valley to exclusively make Chardonnay—we love the grape and want to showcase its potential and diversity in the Pacific Northwest. Our wines are made using natural and traditional winemaking practices, resulting in wines that are compelling and markedly alive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe work with farmers who are true stewards of the land, who see the vineyard as part of an ecosystem, and do their best to grow grapes in a way that respects and celebrates diversity. We genuinely believe that these farmers get most of the credit for the quality of our wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/22_REMIX_III_TECH.pdf?v=1690889870\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Statera Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51717365661969,"sku":"HG0680","price":21.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/22_Statera_Remix_III.png?v=1691068187"},{"product_id":"2021-statera-remix-vol-i","title":"Statera 'Remix Vol I' Elkton 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eNew wine (and new wine series): 50% Chardonnay, 50% Melon de Bourgogne, all from Tuckaway Vineyard in the Elkton AVA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003eWe're introducing a new remix series, where we combine Chardonnay with other grapes, from the same vineyard. Our first release is a Melon, Chard combo that we're very excited about. The Chardonnay was direct pressed and barrel aged and fermented for 16 months. The Melon was whole berry soaked for three days, prior to pressing, and barrel fermentation and aging for 16 months. The wine smells both like melon and chardonnay, and the pallet has depth and complexity from the long lees aging; it's great, and so fun for us to play with some new grape varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStatera Cellars is owned and operated by two friends, Meredith Bell and Luke Wylde. Since 2014, it has been our mission to make delicious, honest Chardonnay from the most distinct vineyards in our region. We are one of the only wineries in the Willamette Valley to exclusively make Chardonnay—we love the grape and want to showcase its potential and diversity in the Pacific Northwest. Our wines are made using natural and traditional winemaking practices, resulting in wines that are compelling and markedly alive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe work with farmers who are true stewards of the land, who see the vineyard as part of an ecosystem, and do their best to grow grapes in a way that respects and celebrates diversity. We genuinely believe that these farmers get most of the credit for the quality of our wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/21_REMIX_I_TECH.pdf?v=1699996412\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Statera Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46251264278801,"sku":"HG0678","price":21.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/21_Statera_Remix_I.png?v=1691068283"},{"product_id":"tessier-skin-contact-chardonnay-arroyo-seco-2022-750-ml","title":"Tessier Skin-Contact Chardonnay, Arroyo Seco 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn old river bed with rocky soils \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand large river stones. All about ocean \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebreezes from the Monterey Bay that cool the valley. Certified organic fruit, picked on 09\/24\/2021 at 19 brix. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDestemmed, 6 days on the skins, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epressed to stainless steel tank for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efermentation and aged on the lees for 4 months. G\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eolden yellow color with orange-ish h\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eue. Aromas of honeycomb, lanolin, chamomile \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflowers, butterscotch and golden apple on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enose. Pear and mandarin orange on the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrape: Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVineyard: Zabala \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLocation: Arroyo Seco \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlcohol: 12.2%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTotal Production: 130 cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e ________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eKristie Tacey, winemaker and founder of Tessier Winery, is a scientist turned winemaker. A former published research scientist who studied protein pathways, she moved to the San Francisco Bay Area from her native Michigan to pursue a career in biotechnology, which included working on the Human Genome Project. Kristie eventually came to realize that winemaking was her true calling and after working as operations manager and assistant winemaker at an award-winning East Bay winery, she started Tessier in 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eTessier is the result of Kristie’s passion for the art and science of winemaking. She began handcrafting small lots of Pinot Noir and has added Grenache, Pinot Gris, Cabernet Franc, Gamay Noir, Riesling, Syrah and Mourvedre. Kristie’s appreciation of French wines — especially those from Burgundy and the Loire and Rhone valleys — has shaped her winemaking choices. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eWith a background in microbiology, Kristie is fascinated by the cycle of life; each vintage of Tessier wines captures and reflects one year in the lives of the vineyards she works with. She sources high-quality fruit from a strong network of farmers in the Anderson Valley, Santa Cruz Mountains, Arroyo Seco, and El Dorado foothills. She then uses minimal-interventionist winemaking techniques to showcase the unique characteristics of the grapes and the vineyards. For Kristie, sustainability is a priority — not only with the vineyards’ farming practices, but also by having long-term relationships with her growers and customers. These small production wines, an annual production of 1400 cases, get unparalleled attention.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tessier Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47326359650577,"sku":"HG0763","price":19.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-9.png?v=1698955481"},{"product_id":"tessier-day-dreaming-2022-750-ml","title":"Tessier 'Day Dreaming' 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e57% Négrette, 28% Mourtaou, 15% Riesling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalifornia Central Coast Red blend, sustainably farmed. Day Dreaming\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a tribute to Aretha Franklin. D\u003c\/span\u003eark red ruby color. Aromas of fruit punch jolly rancher and black cherry with violets, ripe raspberry and hibiscus on the palate. Medium bodied with ample tannins. Can be served chilled or at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: Central Coast \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlcohol: 12% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTotal Production: 225 cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e ________________________\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eTessier Winery was founded in 2009 and focuses on small, hand-crafted lots of wine. In the cellar, we practice native fermentations and minimal intervention to allow each vineyard to speak for itself. We have selectively chosen organic and sustainably farmed family owned and operated vineyards that are in regions that we feel best express the varietals we love and are inspired by.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eKristie Tacey, winemaker and founder of Tessier Winery, is a scientist turned winemaker. A former published research scientist who studied protein pathways, she moved to the San Francisco Bay Area from her native Michigan to pursue a career in biotechnology, which included working on the Human Genome Project. Kristie eventually came to realize that winemaking was her true calling and after working as operations manager and assistant winemaker at an award-winning East Bay winery, she started Tessier in 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eTessier is the result of Kristie’s passion for the art and science of winemaking. She began handcrafting small lots of Pinot Noir and has added Grenache, Pinot Gris, Cabernet Franc, Gamay Noir, Riesling, Syrah and Mourvedre. Kristie’s appreciation of French wines — especially those from Burgundy and the Loire and Rhone valleys — has shaped her winemaking choices. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003eWith a background in microbiology, Kristie is fascinated by the cycle of life; each vintage of Tessier wines captures and reflects one year in the lives of the vineyards she works with. She sources high-quality fruit from a strong network of farmers in the Anderson Valley, Santa Cruz Mountains, Arroyo Seco, and El Dorado foothills. She then uses minimal-interventionist winemaking techniques to showcase the unique characteristics of the grapes and the vineyards. For Kristie, sustainability is a priority — not only with the vineyards’ farming practices, but also by having long-term relationships with her growers and customers. These small production wines, an annual production of 1400 cases, get unparalleled attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/2022_Day_Dreaming_Tech_Sheet.pdf?v=1725379197\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/2022_Day_Dreaming_Tech_Sheet.pdf?v=1725379197\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tessier Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47326521262353,"sku":"HG0768","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/62016__89873.jpg?v=1698949879"},{"product_id":"astobiza-vermouth-750-ml","title":"Astobiza Vermouth (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt is the first vermouth in the world made with white wine from the Ondarrabi Zuri grape, harvested by hand and from Finca Astobiza, to which we add cereal alcohol with juniper from our London Dry Gin (best Gin in Spain 2020 at the World Gin Awards) , we adjust its friendliness with grape must and macerate various botanicals that we carefully select with different times. Among them stands out the presence of wormwood and citrus from the environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe concept of vermouth comes from Demijohn No. 3 out of 12 Demijohns that we have used for hundreds of tests tasted by the Astobiza team over the last few years. The goal achieved: balance bitterness and acidity on a long, clean and fresh palate, maintaining the Atlantic character of the wines we make and at the same time maintaining the gastronomic profile that characterizes us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe controlled maceration of secret botanicals is divided into citrus, herbal and bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAstobiza is a gorgeous winery in the Txakolí de Alava DO of Spain. Named after a portion of the mountains nearby, Astobiza is a young bodega with old family history in winemaking. Xabier Abando's memories of his father making wine and growing up in the vineyards during the 1950's, carried him past his father's untimely death when Xabier was only fifteen, and gave him the motivation and dreams to one day create his own bodega.  In 1996, his passion began to take form when he accrued an estate near the town of Okendo, and began planting his first 2 hectares of vines, and grew with each year. After his vines produced grapes he found suitable, he built his bodega in 2008 for his first vintage of wine at the age of 68. Now with his son-in-law Jon Zubeldia, and the help of enologist Ana MartÍn, Xabier is making beautiful Txakolí from his organically farmed estate that would have made his father proud.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/astobiza_vermouth_ts.pdf\" title=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/astobiza_vermouth_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Astobiza","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47376395305233,"sku":"HG0772","price":31.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Astobiza-Vermuth.jpg?v=1698088552"},{"product_id":"vieira-de-sousa-white-port-10-year-500ml","title":"Vieira de Sousa White Port 10 Year (500ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e10yr White Port\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a highly aromatic and complex wine that takes advantage of prolonged skin contact and an oxidative process of a long time in oak barrels, in order to create a remarkable treat from the local white varietals.  A field blend of Malvasia Fina, Rabigato, Verdelho, and Gouveio come into the cellar after a hand-harvest on steeply sloped sites, for an old-fashioned foot crushing in giant concrete lagares to begin fermentation.  Once fortified with grape brandy and then moved to large and old oak vats, the wine rests for many years, and the final bottling is a blend of vintages that average to at least ten years.  The brilliant gold that shines forth from the glass is packed with a raisined and nutty aroma, leading to a sweet and fresh palate of fig, golden raisin, ginger, and pear.  An incredible structure with acidity and weight, this wine pairs perfectly with creamy cheeses, thick chutneys, and nuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: medium;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVieira de Sousa is a newly official Port house that dates back to the 18th \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: medium;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecentury; as they have always farmed exceptional fruit from the Douro River region but used to sell the majority of their juice to larger estates nearby. As they have made small bits of Port for the family for over a century, the house now makes only their own Port as Luisa Vieira de Sousa Borges (the current and now operation generation of the family) completed a degree in oenology in 2008 and decided to take her family's business to a new level. In her young 30's, she is ambitious and is tackling a world of old traditional wine made by old men, by making incredible juice on her family's land. All estate fruit is used for the wines, coming from four different quintas (vineyards) at varying elevations, dispositions, and influences. In 2009 they bottled their first vintage Port from their top Quinta do Roncão Pequeno site, and the rest will now be history. In old stone lagares, they foot crush their fruit, let only the natural yeasts begin the fermentation, allow natural settling for clarification, and use incredibly delicate and quality brandy for fortification. Naturally, the final aged wines are exceptional, classic, and will be recognized as some of the greatest Ports available on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/vds_white_port_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: medium;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieira de Sousa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377119904017,"sku":"HG0773","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-3_9a5932b0-a244-4012-adad-366d33e38f33.png?v=1698087982"},{"product_id":"vieira-de-sousa-tawny-10-year-750ml","title":"Vieira de Sousa Tawny Port 10 Year (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e10 year old Tawny\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a gorgeous example of the estate’s beautifully complex grapes after going through traditional practices and aging.  A field blend of native varietals such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa, Tinta Cão, and Tinta Roriz, are handpicked and brought into the cellar, and then placed into old traditional stone lagares for an old-fashioned foot pressing and fermentation.  When the process is halted by fortification with grape brandy, the wine is placed into a combination of different large and old oak casks for many years, with the bottled wine having an average of 10 year aged Port in it.  The aromas are intense and heady, with dried fruits, figs, nuts, and plum, leading to a silky and soft texture on the palate with stewed fruits, cinnamon stick, and dates.  The freshness is remarkable, and the depth and length makes this contemplative sipper a treat for enjoying after a good meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eVieira de Sousa is a newly official Port house that dates back to the 18th \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-size: medium;\" size=\"3\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecentury; as they have always farmed exceptional fruit from the Douro River region but used to sell the majority of their juice to larger estates nearby. As they have made small bits of Port for the family for over a century, the house now makes only their own Port as Luisa Vieira de Sousa Borges (the current and now operation generation of the family) completed a degree in oenology in 2008 and decided to take her family's business to a new level. In her young 30's, she is ambitious and is tackling a world of old traditional wine made by old men, by making incredible juice on her family's land. All estate fruit is used for the wines, coming from four different quintas (vineyards) at varying elevations, dispositions, and influences. In 2009 they bottled their first vintage Port from their top Quinta do Roncão Pequeno site, and the rest will now be history. In old stone lagares, they foot crush their fruit, let only the natural yeasts begin the fermentation, allow natural settling for clarification, and use incredibly delicate and quality brandy for fortification. Naturally, the final aged wines are exceptional, classic, and will be recognized as some of the greatest Ports available on the market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/vds_10_year_tawny_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" size=\"3\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieira de Sousa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47377139433745,"sku":"HG0774","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-2_cf4dd4a6-ae11-449d-afed-3e77d1c811e4.png?v=1698087771"},{"product_id":"de-boel-france-ars-magirica-cornas-rouge-2022-750-ml","title":"De Boel France 'Ars Magirica' Cornas Rouge 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e‘Ars Magirica’ Cornas\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eis only the first vintage of Cornas from de Boel-France and marks the second use of their brand new plot of fruit, a tiny 5-year-old vineyard straight up the hill west of the town of Cornas in Clarencon. As the only region in the northern Rhone that requires 100% Syrah for the finished wine, these young vines planted in granite soils have a bright future ahead, already showcasing gorgeous finesse brushed atop a dense canvas. 7-year-old barrique and demi-muids were filled after natural fermentation in stainless steel, and aged for around 10 months before release. Although youthful, the finished wine has a dark and complex core decorated by wisps of bright lively fruit. Smashed blueberries, graphite, rose, and soft meaty aromas fill the glass, leading to a thick palate of small berries, minerals, fresh acid, and a lengthy finish of fruit, anise, and rocks that begs for food.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamille de Boel France is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastci and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/de_boel_ars_magirica_cornas_22_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47746924118289,"sku":"HG0829","price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-5_b5585c8b-aef3-4e8e-9d61-8c06e76debca.png?v=1702579735"},{"product_id":"jolie-laide-mondeuse-noire-rancho-coda-sonoma-county-2021-750-ml","title":"Jolie-Laide Mondeuse Noire Rancho Coda, Sonoma County 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA brand new wine for Jolie-Laide, several years in the making. This is a new planting at an exciting vineyard in Sonoma County of heightened exposure to the elements and complex Franciscan soils. The superlative nature of this site is transparent in the depth and intensity of this wine. An ancient variety hailing from the mountainous alpine Savoie region, East of Burgundy in France. A distant relative, Mondeuse can share some of the more feral, floral, spice and game elements we adore in Syrah but with a more cranberry brightness. It carries acid and tannin in spades so while this wine is thoroughly enjoyable now it will definitely transform into greatness with some time; patience will be rewarded. Crushed by foot and naturally fermented all whole cluster and aged in neutral barrique. Inky in color with an electric fuchsia meniscus. Red currant, smoky white pepper, camphor and floral violet aromatics. The palate is firm and structured with fine tannin and bright acidity. 12% Alc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJolie-Laide is a two-person operation based in Sebastopol. The name Jolie-Laide translates loosely to Pretty-Ugly, a French term of endearment to describe something that is unconventionally beautiful.  Founded originally by Scott Schultz, and later joined by his partner Jenny Schultz, their winemaking method is simple: grapes are left whole cluster, foot crushed, and aged in neutral oak. All ferments are done with native yeasts, for both primary and secondary fermentations (no inoculation), and the musts tend to be low pH\/high acid, allowing for no added SO2 at the press, and minimal at bottling (12-15 PPM free SO2 for the early drinking cuvees, 20-25 PPM free SO2 for bigger reds).  They work with a handful of growers, all of whom farm organically (none certified); it is their ability to seek out spectacular vineyard sites which allows them to be hands off in the winemaking process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScott’s passion for wine was ignited when he moved to Napa from Chicago in 2007.  Scott began his transition into the winemaking world after a move to Napa for employment as Wine Director at Thomas Keller’s Bouchon in Napa Valley. As he explains, “everyone I met was a winemaker, so on my days off I followed people around to see what they were doing.\" Before he knew it, he had secured the cellar master job at Realm Winery. That was followed by working with Arnot-Roberts, and then joining Pax Mahle in the same capacity working on the Pax and Wind Gap labels. Scott’s passion for winemaking grew so significantly that he decided to start his own project, Jolie-Laide, in 2010. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne feature to note – the labels change every year, featuring a different artist or art collective. “Our wines are a celebration of the year and seasons in which they are made, always unique and different, no two bottlings are ever the same.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScott and Jenny’s approach is a natural one, a less is more ethos. But their keen eye for finding great fruit from only sustainably and responsibly-farmed sites, coupled with an impressive natural talent, lead to consistently delicious wines.  As Scott says, “The do-nothing approach isn’t new by any means; it’s just funny how far many have gotten away from it.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/2021_Mondeuse_Tech_copy.pdf?v=1701964449\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jolie-Laide Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47773233742097,"sku":"HG0862","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-5_a6192009-84d5-4cd8-b5b4-98698425f2fd.png?v=1703188230"},{"product_id":"jolie-laide-syrah-hawk-s-butte-vineyard-2021-750-ml","title":"Jolie-Laide Syrah Hawk’s Butte Vineyard 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 vintage marks our second vineyard designate bottling of Hawk’s Butte Syrah. Located 30 miles east of the Pacific Ocean at an elevation of 1,500 feet in Mendocino County’s Yorkville Highlands, Hawk’s Butte Vineyard is organically farmed and enjoys a cooler, oceaninfluenced climate. The south-facing vines thrive on steep slopes, where cool winds and rocky, heat-retentive soils create the perfect conditions for grapes to ripen with excellent acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ideal 2021 growing season allowed us to extend the grape hang time, resulting in a bottling that showcases Hawks Butte’s potential for opulent concentration, while picked on the early side to preserve acidity and freshness. Once harvested, the grapes were foot stomped and fermented whole cluster. We rely on native yeasts to carry out the fermentation process before the wine is pressed to neutral puncheons for aging. The wine rests in bottle for a year before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh and bright but packed with intensity. The nose opens slowly to cassis, bay leaves, damp earth with olive and spit roasted game. The 2021 Hawk’s Butte shows off flavors that are spiced, peppery, and complex. A medium to full-bodied Syrah with a plush tannin and texture. 13% ABV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJolie-Laide is a two-person operation based in Sebastopol. The name Jolie-Laide translates loosely to Pretty-Ugly, a French term of endearment to describe something that is unconventionally beautiful.  Founded originally by Scott Schultz, and later joined by his partner Jenny Schultz, their winemaking method is simple: grapes are left whole cluster, foot crushed, and aged in neutral oak. All ferments are done with native yeasts, for both primary and secondary fermentations (no inoculation), and the musts tend to be low pH\/high acid, allowing for no added SO2 at the press, and minimal at bottling (12-15 PPM free SO2 for the early drinking cuvees, 20-25 PPM free SO2 for bigger reds).  They work with a handful of growers, all of whom farm organically (none certified); it is their ability to seek out spectacular vineyard sites which allows them to be hands off in the winemaking process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScott’s passion for wine was ignited when he moved to Napa from Chicago in 2007.  Scott began his transition into the winemaking world after a move to Napa for employment as Wine Director at Thomas Keller’s Bouchon in Napa Valley. As he explains, “everyone I met was a winemaker, so on my days off I followed people around to see what they were doing.\" Before he knew it, he had secured the cellar master job at Realm Winery. That was followed by working with Arnot-Roberts, and then joining Pax Mahle in the same capacity working on the Pax and Wind Gap labels. Scott’s passion for winemaking grew so significantly that he decided to start his own project, Jolie-Laide, in 2010. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne feature to note – the labels change every year, featuring a different artist or art collective. “Our wines are a celebration of the year and seasons in which they are made, always unique and different, no two bottlings are ever the same.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScott and Jenny’s approach is a natural one, a less is more ethos. But their keen eye for finding great fruit from only sustainably and responsibly-farmed sites, coupled with an impressive natural talent, lead to consistently delicious wines.  As Scott says, “The do-nothing approach isn’t new by any means; it’s just funny how far many have gotten away from it.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/2021_Syrah_Hawks_Butte_Tech.pdf?v=1701965223\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jolie-Laide Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47773263233297,"sku":"HG0865","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-3_330e0fc9-dae9-4a7c-8f83-b68706b3edde.png?v=1703187900"},{"product_id":"a-tribute-to-grace-grenache-vie-caprice-vineyard-2021-750-ml-1","title":"A Tribute to Grace Grenache, Vie Caprice Vineyard 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Tribute to Grace Grenache 2021, Vie Caprice Vineyard:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delightful haven of Grenache in Santa Ynez totals just 1.94 acres of vines. Planted in 2008 entirely to Alban clone Grenache, the property serves as a weekend retreat to friends Leif \u0026amp; Kimmy Hertzog and Whit Latimer, and has held a proud place in our grace stable since the 2014 vintage. 87 gently sloping rows canvas the classic Santa Ynez fine sandy loam, and encourage many layers of expression to shine. Whilst Alban clone has historically expressed a style too Yang for a single-vineyard grace, this planting manages to balance power and grace thanks to the tight density. We took over the farming in 2021, and are delighted to count Chris King and Francisco Ramirez amongst our viticultural gurus. 2021 sees an increase in whole cluster percentages as we continue to harness the tannin structure Alban clone is famous for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative ferment, foot-tread daily for 12 days. Pressed on day 13.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e47% whole cluster., 11 month èlevage in neutral french 220L and 500L puncheon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction: 263 cases\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epH 3.44., TA 0.66., 14.4% abv\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested October 1, 2021: moon in Leo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled August 17th, 2022: moon in Aries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES: Kardemummabulle, Anise and Clove\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am a New Zealand born winemaker who moved to California in 2006 with the dream of making Grenache. In the land from which I stem, the climate is too cool to ripen this sun-loving beauty. And so began my search: northern Spain, southern France, southern Australia, California…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbundant sunshine and entrepreneurial spirit led me to the latter, and in 2007 I sourced my first Grenache fruit from the Santa Barbara Highlands Vineyard. Nestled high above the Pacific Ocean and 33 miles inland, this high-desert vineyard provided the perfect balance of heat and light I sought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI chose to name my label after two of my favourite things: my Grandmother Grace, and my most beloved attribute. My winemaking intention is to capture this spirit, and stay as close to nature as humanly possible. The trio is completed by the grape itself, which to me encapsulates grace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTo grace and Grace,\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAngela Osborne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/A_Tribute_to_Grace_Grenache_2021_Vie_Caprice_Vineyard_tech_sheet_xo.pdf?v=1712941548\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A Tribute to Grace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48008551432465,"sku":"HG0906","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/GraceViaCaprice.jpg?v=1708375988"},{"product_id":"inconnu-clarksburg-chenin-blanc-2019-750ml","title":"Inconnu Chenin Blanc, Clarksburg 2019 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChenin blanc with acidity is a perfect easy sipper. This wine is a great example of that. Golden apple with warm honey notes but a zingy citrus zest acid lift on the finish makes you crave another sip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks, and then aged on its lees in barrel for one year. Lees aging (and autolysis) adds texture and viscosity to the wine, takes a bit of time to integrate into this wine with the high acidity, but it’s drinking at its perfect moment now.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inconnu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48329498788113,"sku":"HG0949","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/WinePics-2_b1ebe272-a99f-4240-887c-0b98bfad36ee.png?v=1709231504"},{"product_id":"inconnu-sierra-foothills-rose-2020-750ml","title":"Inconnu Merlot Rosé Sierra Foothills 2020 (750ml)","description":"\u003cspan\u003eProduced from Merlot grapes that would normally have gone into the Kitsune, Laura elected to harvest the grapes early to avoid the devastating smoke that would envelope the area just days later. The resulting wine turned out to be anything but a “turn and burn” rosé destined to be drunk soon after bottling. She devoted 12 months of barrel aging to this wine which deserved so much more attention than your typical iced, early drinking rosé.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Inconnu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48330529734929,"sku":"HG0953","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/WinePics-6.png?v=1709234649"},{"product_id":"cloud-amman-rose-2022-750-ml","title":"Cloud Amman 'The Orsé Odyssey' Rosé 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGrapes: 53% Merwah + 28% Tempranillo + 19% Daw Al Ammar (Moonlight)Summary:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimum intervention orange-rose wine made from indigenous grapes and Tempranillo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFarming: Biodynamic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: Qnat (1400m) - Merwah, Ainata (1600m) - Daw Al Ammar, Deir Al-Ahmar (1600m) - Tempranillo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil: Sandy, Volcanic (Qnat), Limestone (Ainata and Deir Al-Ahmar)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABV: 14%, Sugar: 0g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePH Level: 3.4, SO2: 19 PPM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction: 411 bottles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking: 2 weeks maceration on skins in stainless steel and Amphora. 2 hours maceration in Oak barrels. Biodynamic, natural green cover between the rows. No fertilizing, weed killers or pesticides. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, aged in 20 hectolitre Stainless Steel tanks. No filtration or added So2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDriven by a solo passion yet fueled by collaboration, Amman embarked on her first vintage in 2022, translating her wine knowledge from studies into tangible practice. Following the vintage, Cloud Amman emerged as a bold response to the perceived elitism of vineyard and winery ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbracing the concept of a cloud winery, she champions flexibility, enabling work anytime, anywhere, fostering collaborations with natural wine growers worldwide,\u003cbr\u003eharnessing terroir diversity, and exploring various wine styles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite her global reach, Amman remains deeply connected to her roots, aspiring to produce wines in her homeland, Jordan. She firmly believes in showcasing its unique\u003cbr\u003eterroir through the lens of natural winemaking methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Cloud_Amman_Rose_Tech_Sheet.pdf?v=1715272047\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cloud Amman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49031999521041,"sku":"HG0994","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/ClourAman_Orsay.png?v=1715352866"},{"product_id":"ryme-sangiovese-friulano-2022-750-ml","title":"Ryme Sangiovese Friulano 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e90% Sangiovese and 10% Friulano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine was inspired by the buoyantly cheerful and luscious Red\/White blends made by some of our friends. (Check out Ruth Lewandowski Feints and Sam Vinciullo Merlot\/Semillon) It is also a bit of a postmodern homage to the old fiasco bottled Chianti. Large amounts of white grapes, mostly Trebbiano and Malvasia, were once added to Sangiovese in Chianti to soften the tannins and to increase the sugar. Sure, some of those wines were bad. But the idea of serviceable wine made with joy is often not given enough respect. Wines can be amazing without being overly contemplative.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVINIFICATION\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sangiovese Friulano hails from two organically grown vineyards. The 2022 is composed of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Friulano. The grapes were harvested together and sealed in tank with carbon dioxide for a fully carbonic fermentation. After pressing the wine was aged in puncheon and bottled in January, unfiltered and with a minuscule sulfur addition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnother juicy and delicious rendition of our Sangiovese-Friulano! This wine shows aromatics of cherry flesh, perfumed florals and cinnamon. A beautiful and playful wine served best with a slight chill. Happy drinking!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Microsoft_Word_-_2022_Sangiovese_Friulano_Tech_Sheet.docx.pdf?v=1718118624\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ryme Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49147617575185,"sku":"HG1008","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/WinePics-3_e0588dc6-2c52-46ba-9036-ffa2cc5ba6c8.png?v=1716314377"},{"product_id":"ryme-pinot-noir-las-brisas-carneros-2021-750-ml","title":"Ryme Pinot Noir, Carneros 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Pinot Noir comes from the Las Brisas Vineyard in the Carneros appellation in Sonoma County. Francis Mahoney owns the vineyard and has been growing Pinot Noir in Carneros since the late 1960s. We are excited to be able to produce wine from two old California selections of Pinot Noir from such a storied region and a man with more experience and tenure than just about anyone around. The cold and windy Las Brisas Vineyard at the edge of the Carneros appellation produces a Pinot Noir that is all about elegance and delicacy. The wine is produced from the Swan clone and the Gamay Beaujolais clone of Pinot Noir. The former is spicy and savory. The latter is neither Gamay nor from Beaujolais but is a selection of Pinot that was very popular in California decades ago. It is a very juicy and fruity clone that makes up the textural core of our wine. Together the two clones make a great compliment.\u003cbr\u003e​\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVINIFICATION\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two clones were picked and vinified separately. The wine was pressed to neutral barrels for 11 months and blended prior to bottling. \u003cbr\u003e​\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Las Brisas Pinot Noir is always full of energy and aromatically driven. The 2021 vintage yielded considerable concentration and finesse. This wine is full of crushed red fruit, cinnamon and sandalwood. Very pretty and polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/21PINOT.PDF?v=1718118624\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ryme Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49150009639185,"sku":"HG1009","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/WinePics-4_6cfb74d4-9530-43a1-84e9-f68562193a72.png?v=1716315323"},{"product_id":"chateau-des-annibals-aop-rose-suivez-moi-jeune-homme-2022-750-ml-copy","title":"Chateau des Annibals AOP Rosé 'Suivez-moi Jeune Homme' 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlend:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e35% Grenache, 50% Cinsault, 10% Syrah, and 5% Rolle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAging:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e6 months in stainless steel tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinemaker Nathalie Coquelle’s classic Provence rosé is a coppery salmon color that’s as striking in its depth as its exuberant nose of raspberry, lime, mint, and warm sand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts organic viticulture and pedigree as the oldest winery in the appellation show on the unusually rich palate of strawberries and blueberries, with a crystalline minerality that lends freshness heading into the persistent, red-berried finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA superb and legendary rosé from this entirely solar-powered winery. Certified organic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau des Annibals, founded in 1772, covers over 30 hectares of vines (75 acres) in the heart of the Provence Verte region. Most of the vineyards on their southern side of a valley near the La Loube mountains fall under the Coteaux Varois en Provence AOP. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNathalie Coquelle, owner and winemaker, has dedicated herself to sustainability. Château des Annibals is a certified organic winery powered by 100% renewable solar and wind energy. Nathalie’s commitment to sustainability extends even to their choice to source all dry goods from recycled materials. They also regularly control the oxygen levels in the tanks in order to use as few sulfites as possible during production. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the benchmark for the Appellation Coteaux Varois en Provence, Natalie’s advocacy was recognized by holding the official treaty signing on the grounds of the winery. Not only do they produce one of the best rosés in Provence, they are also the oldest winery, having been built in 1792.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisitors to the winery can even see the old road that once traversed the region, which runs straight through the winery, and remnants of ruins that are thousands of years old on the property. The high-end cuvée\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSuivez-moi-jeune-homme\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etranslates to “follow me young man.” This name was inspired by a true-to-life tradition in 17th-century French fashion, in which women would wear hats with two pieces of lace dangling down onto the small of their back. The young men would “follow behind” the women, entranced by the beautiful lace floating behind them as they walked. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Chateau_des_Annibals_Rose_Suivez-moi-jeune-homme_Coteaux_Varois_en_Provence.pdf?v=1698871405\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chateau des Annibals","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":49211085881617,"sku":"HG1018","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-3_cdc51fec-7ed3-40f1-96b0-7f11cdf750fa.png?v=1715882488"},{"product_id":"emme-the-sun-egg-muscat-vert-2023-750-ml","title":"Emme 'The Sun Egg' Muscat Vert 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Muscat Vert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard: \u003c\/strong\u003eNakai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAVA: \u003c\/strong\u003eRussian River Valley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming: \u003c\/strong\u003eOrganic, Dry Farmed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Date: \u003c\/strong\u003eSeptember 30 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottling Date: \u003c\/strong\u003e22 March 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlc: \u003c\/strong\u003e11%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCases:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eMy first time making an individual wine out of Aki Nakai’s Muscat Vert!  I’ve worked with this fruit since 2020, but in all previous harvests the vineyard has yielded so little that it made the most sense to blend the Muscat into the skin contact ‘tell your sister’ cuvée, as a floral component. 2023, with its slow and mellow ripening season, allowed Nakai to produce enough Muscat to keep the fruit separate for its own cuvée.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAfter we picked it, the fruit was pressed directly, settled overnight, and racked off gross lees to stainless steel for fermentation.  Once fermentation finished, the wine was placed into one small concrete egg and neutral oak barriques to age for 6 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAki calls this fruit Muscat Vert, so I feel it’s right to put this variety on the label.  However, I am unsure as to whether or not it is truly a muscat, as it lacks the distinctive aromatics I normally associate with the variety.  At the same time, it is certainly more aromatic than Colombard or Chardonnay or Chenin, an aspect which I believe is beautifully exemplified in this direct to press expression of the grape.  Whatever the variety is, it is unique among the other wines I produce, and I am very happy to share it as its own cuvée for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIndigenous yeast fermentation. SO2: 15 ppm total.  No other additions, unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e‘the sun egg’ is a book by Swedish author Elsa Beskow, about an elf who finds an orange in the woods.  One of my favorite stories as a child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/EmmeWinesTechSheet-SpringRelease2023Wines-sunegg.pdf?v=1716483938\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Emme Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49217429995793,"sku":"HG1022","price":25.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/WinePics-4_f7c4323d-e8bb-4901-ad8b-43f4d32818b5.png?v=1716409608"},{"product_id":"italo-pietrantonj-cerasuolo-2021-750ml","title":"Italo Pietrantonj Cerasuolo 2021 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Montepulciano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegion: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAbruzzo \/ Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo D.O.C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermentation: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStainless steel (12-16 hours left on skins), selected yeasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNo oak aging, aged 3 months in bottle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABV: 13.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith records dating back to 1791, and an official start in 1830, the house of Italo Pietrantonj is as old as it gets for wineries from Abruzzo (literally\u003cbr\u003ethe oldest). Eight winemaking generations deep and in the town of Vittorita, Pietrantonj is rich with family heritage and tradition. The winery is now\u003cbr\u003erun by two sisters, Roberta and Alice, whose great-great-great grandfather Niccolo was the first certified winemaker in the Abruzzo region, gaining\u003cbr\u003ea diploma from the Royal School of Conegliano Veneto in 1889. The estate farms just over 60 hectares of estate vineyards high up in the rolling\u003cbr\u003ehills of the Apinine Mountains. To this day, the house shows off its 9,500 gallon oak and walnut barrels (now lined with stainless steel for\u003cbr\u003epreservation and continued use) from 1870, and two 37,000 gallon tanks lined with beautiful Murano tiles that were built in 1893. A house with as\u003cbr\u003emuch history as their wines have depth and intrigue, the classic wines of Pietrantonj are not to be missed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo is a classically styled rosé from the Abruzzi region where the grapes are solely sourced from the Collina Tesa\u003cbr\u003evineyard, and after a very gentle pressing, the juice is only macerated for 12-16 hours with the skins in order to impart the perfect pink cherry hue.\u003cbr\u003eFantastically fresh, bright, a touch floral, and loaded with lovely earth tones and fruit, this Classic Cherry (Cerasuolo) wine fits the ideal dry yet\u003cbr\u003eunctuous rosé stereotype. A harmonious balance, with a lingering finish backed with hints of almond, this wine is well suited for appetizers, fish,\u003cbr\u003eand white meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/p_cerasuolo_dabruzzo_21_ts.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Italo Pietrantonj","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50096217489681,"sku":"HG1086","price":16.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/italo-pietrantonj-cerasuolo-dabruzzo-2021.jpg?v=1727967923"},{"product_id":"tessier-gamay-noir-barsotti-vineyard-el-dorado-2023-750-ml","title":"Tessier Gamay Noir, Barsotti Vineyard, El Dorado 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Gamay Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e50% Whole cluster, partial carbonic, fermented in stainless steel and aged in barrel For four months in neutral french oak. Unfined and unfiltered. Ruby red color. Aromas of cinnamon, cranberry and black cherry with grapefruit, licorice and graphite on the palate. Grippy tannins. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard: Barsotti Vineyard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: El Dorado\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol: 13%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Production: 150 cases \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points from Wine Enthusiast. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e_________________________________________________________________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTessier Winery was founded in 2009 and focuses on small, hand-crafted lots of wine. In the cellar, we practice native fermentations and minimal intervention to allow each vineyard to speak for itself. We have selectively chosen organic and sustainably farmed family owned and operated vineyards that are in regions that we feel best express the varietals we love and are inspired by.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKristie Tacey, winemaker and founder of Tessier Winery, is a scientist turned winemaker. A former published research scientist who studied protein pathways, she moved to the San Francisco Bay Area from her native Michigan to pursue a career in biotechnology, which included working on the Human Genome Project. Kristie eventually came to realize that winemaking was her true calling and after working as operations manager and assistant winemaker at an award-winning East Bay winery, she started Tessier in 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTessier is the result of Kristie’s passion for the art and science of winemaking. She began handcrafting small lots of Pinot Noir and has added Grenache, Pinot Gris, Cabernet Franc, Gamay Noir, Riesling, Syrah and Mourvedre. Kristie’s appreciation of French wines — especially those from Burgundy and the Loire and Rhone valleys — has shaped her winemaking choices. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a background in microbiology, Kristie is fascinated by the cycle of life; each vintage of Tessier wines captures and reflects one year in the lives of the vineyards she works with. She sources high-quality fruit from a strong network of farmers in the Anderson Valley, Santa Cruz Mountains, Arroyo Seco, and El Dorado foothills. She then uses minimal-interventionist winemaking techniques to showcase the unique characteristics of the grapes and the vineyards. For Kristie, sustainability is a priority — not only with the vineyards’ farming practices, but also by having long-term relationships with her growers and customers. These small production wines, an annual production of 1400 cases, get unparalleled attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/2023_Gamay_Noir_Tech_Sheet.pdf?v=1725379789\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Tessier Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50171885420817,"sku":"HG1091","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Tessier_Gamay.jpg?v=1724206262"},{"product_id":"bois-moze-terre-de-haut-anjou-blanc-2021-750ml","title":"Bois Moze 'Terre de Haut' Anjou Blanc 2021 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Chenin Blanc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe 2021 Terre de Haut Anjou Blanc comes from the estate’s 30-year-old Chenin Blanc vines where the soil is full of schist and sandy clay. The grapes are hand-harvested and then destemmed at the cellar, and then head to a soft pressing before entering concrete for fermentation with the ‘house’ pied de cuve. Paying close attention to the temperature is very important to the winery at this point, to ensure healthy activity as well as locking in wonderful aromatics and varietal character. After natural malolactic fermentation, the wine is racked and then remains in concrete for another 6 to 8 months before a light filtration and bottling. A 3-month rest is required to let the wine meld and relax a bit before release, and then once ready to open, the wine truly sings of the grape and the terroir. The nose is full of honeyed apples, pears, quince, wet stones, and wool, leading to an incredible fuller bodied mouth feel, with acidity-led vibrancy, crisp tree fruit, and extraordinary length. Gastronomic as well as gulpable, this Chenin is a lovely representation of Anjou.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine de Bois Mozé sits on a gorgeous old piece of property in between the Loire Valley cities of Anjou and Saumur. With a castle from the year 1400 as their landmark, this wine estate began in 1930, but took on new ownership in 1996, when the shift in farming and quality production really began. With 38 hectares of vines (primarily around the castle), the winery boasts incredible terroir, with unique schist soils, clay and limestone blends (unique for Anjou), and spots with stones and sand. Since 2017 the estate has been certified in their organic practices that go back much further, and have also committed extensively to agroforestry and bringing new found balance and harmony to the land that has been ‘effected’ by the estate’s presence for centuries; working in different ways like sheep grazing and bringing in bat communities to let nature recreate its ecosystem as much as possible. The range of wines is paired and dedicated to what their land grows best: Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Grolleau, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/bois_moze_terre_de_haut_21_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/bois_moze_terre_de_haut_21_ts.pdf\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de Bois-Mozé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50183878115601,"sku":"HG2001","price":19.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-6_a15ec09c-f038-4de2-b41d-24aee6fae1ee.png?v=1702498668"},{"product_id":"emme-we-touch-in-silhouette-grenache-amador-county-2023-750-ml","title":"Emme 'we touch in silhouette' Grenache, Amador County 2023 (750 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2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlc:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCases:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 120\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter a year hiatus from the Grenache at Shake Ridge (the vines were badly hit by frost in 2022), I once again was able to pull this wonderful fruit from Ann Kraemer for the 2023 harvest.  Ann’s Shake Ridge Ranch is a magical vineyard, and as much as I love everything she grows, the Grenache has a special place in my hear – light in color, beautiful aromatics, but with a consistently strong tannic backbone that makes the wine very ageworthy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Grenache was fully foot crushed, and left to ferment 100% whole cluster in tank.  After a short maceration of 5 days on its skins, it was pressed, and the wine was returned to tank to continue fermenting for another 10 days.  Once fermentation was fully through, the  Grenache was barreled down to neutral oak barriques and one puncheon, where it aged through the winter, spring and summer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn early August, all the barriques and puncheon of Grenache were racked to tank for bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndigenous yeast fermentation.  25 ppm SO2 added at bottling, no other additions, unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emme Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50452932821265,"sku":"HG2043","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Emme2023grenachebottle.jpg?v=1731090008"},{"product_id":"emme-its-not-a-phase-merlot-russian-river-valley-2022-750-ml","title":"Emme 'it's not a phase' Merlot, Russian River Valley 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% \u003c\/span\u003eMerlot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakai Vineyard\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAVA: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRussian River Valley, CA\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFarming: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganic, Dry Farmed\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Date: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 October 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottling Date: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 August 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlc:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13%\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCases:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNakai Merlot was the very last fruit to come in for Emme in 2022.  Beautifully ripened and with a higher sugar content than any of the Ricetti fruit, the Merlot from this year made for a lovely aromatic wine with warmth and richness from its higher alcohol content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit was foot crushed in tank and left to ferment whole cluster – no destemming at all, which adds to the freshness of the final wine.  After a good 10 days on skins, the Merlot was pressed to stainless steel to finish primary fermentation.  Once sugar dry, the wine was transferred to neutral oak barrique and one neutral puncheon, and left to go through malo and age on its lees for 10 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn August, all the barrels of Merlot were racked to tank for bottling.  This wine has spent an additional year aging in bottle before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndigenous yeast fermentation. 20 ppm SO2 added at bottling, no other additions, unfined and unfiltered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emme Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50452946518289,"sku":"HG2049","price":23.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Emme2022merlotbottle.jpg?v=1731090325"},{"product_id":"heya-kanz-grenache-syrah-2023-750-ml-1","title":"Heya 'Kanz' (Grenache + Syrah) 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeya mean She is Arabic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKanz means Treasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eGRAPE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGrenache (60%), Syrah (40%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAlc.\/Vol: 13.5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNatural Wine: Organic \u0026amp; Sustainable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San 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Harvested\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWhole Cluster Carbonic Maceration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFermented and Stored in Amphora\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAmbient Fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNative indigenous yeast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNatural MLF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNot Fined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNot Filtered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMinimal Sulphur Added\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\"\u003eTECHNICAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: 1g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTotal Acidity: 3.3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSO2: 29 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSERVING SUGGESTIONS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eStick it in the fridge let it cool down to around 10 degrees celsius, pop it open and drink!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDrink it with smokey red meats, grilled vegetables that are rich in herbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCan also be enjoyed with light snacks like cheeses, black olives, garlic, charcuterie and cold cuts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Heya Wines:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“We are two mothers, Claudine and Michelle, who share a passion for natural wine and ancestral wine making techniques. Our name Heya Wines actually means ‘She’ in Arabic and is a representation and appreciation of women who work hard in a male dominated industry to produce something they love, which in our case is natural wines including co-ferments.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Heya_Kanz_Tech_Sheet.pdf?v=1701699295\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heya Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50496957808913,"sku":"HG2052","price":27.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics_1ffa7da7-60c6-4f0b-9364-4331a2dd11b3.png?v=1701699210"},{"product_id":"solar-de-randez-finca-san-angel-rioja-crianza-2018-750-ml","title":"Solar de Randez ‘Finca san Angel’ Rioja Crianza 2018 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABV: 13.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSustainable farming methods\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘Solar de Randez’\u003c\/em\u003e roughly means the ‘House of Randez,’ which is an old family name of the estate ‘orcas’ refers to an old local tool that was used to turn up the dirt between rows in the vineyard.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful Rioja from Bodegas las Orcas, the 2018 Finca San Angel is a true ‘Crianza’ entirely from Raimundo’s Finca San Angel vineyard. It is grown at some of the highest elevations in the Rioja Alavesa region. The Tempranillo used in this wine is pulled from the family’s older vineyards, and it comes to the cellar for fermentation in stainless steel. After pressing, the wine is moved to to used French oak barrels for 14 months, and then 4 years in bottle to rest. This Crianza shows gentle yet firm layers of fruits and spices, while mixing with traditional aromas and flavors of La Rioja such as game and leather. With a long finish and an overall very complex structure, this is a wonderful bottle of red to accompany lamb, beef, and anything roasted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBodegas las Orcas\u003c\/em\u003e is a small, family-owned and operated winery in the Rioja Alavesa region of Spain. The winery dates back to the year 1900 in the medieval town of Laguardia, where the family wines were made in their traditional cellar underneath the town until the construction of their new bodega happened just outside the town walls in 1999. Raimundo and his wife Cristina run the winery today and make remarkable Rioja wines using only fruit from their own family vineyards. The vineyards are tended naturally without the use of artificial fertilizers or pesticides, and the wines are fermented using native yeasts and absolutely minimal filtration (also, all the wines are vegan friendly). This is exceptional Rioja that brings together historic practices in the cellar, while also taking advantage of some more modern techniques, all while offering great value for authentically made wine from an area where large production has become a norm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Solar de Randez Finca San Angel (crianza) 2018\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/sdr_fsa_2018_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas las Orcas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50522428801297,"sku":"HG2055","price":16.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/sdrc.jpg?v=1741729473"},{"product_id":"clif-family-the-climber-napa-valley-2022-750-ml","title":"Clif Family 'The Climber' Napa Valley 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*Discount price of $24\/bt for BTG or 2+ Cases (use code CLIMBER)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e80% Merlot , 11% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation\u003c\/strong\u003e Napa Valley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e Clif Family Valle di Sotto Vineyard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSustainability\u003c\/strong\u003e B Corp Certified, Organically Farmed, Napa Green Vineyard, Fish Friendly Farming\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging Program\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 months in 25% new French Oak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.9%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Date\u003c\/strong\u003e September 14th - October 12th, 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCases\u003c\/strong\u003e 1431\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCabernet aromas of plum, black raspberry, cedar and cinnamon. Aromatics are bright and prominent, jumping from the glass. On the palate, the entry is soft and light with medium weight tannins and refreshing acidity supports a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is made with organically farmed grapes from our Valle Di Sotto Estate Vineyard located in the heart of the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley. The Oak Knoll District is located at the southern end of the Napa Valley where cooling marine influences create a unique micro-climate that helps the grapes maintain bright fruit flavors and retain acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHand-harvested in the cool morning hours, the fruit is sorted before processing. After a brief cold soak, the juice is inoculated with cultured yeast. During fermentation, temperature and extraction are carefully managed. The wine is then pressed off the skins and placed in French oak barrels for aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClif Family Winery and Farm is B Corp Certified\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBeing B Corp Certified means we are held to the highest social and environmental sustainability standards. This certification aligns with our mission to support people, planet, and community—and assures our customers that we’re living up to our commitments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are just a few ways we put our values into action:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe implement 100% organic and regenerative practices across our estate vineyards and farm, including no-till farming, sheep grazing, and cover cropping to protect soil health and biodiversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn addition to competitive wages and benefits, we provide employees with 16 hours of paid volunteer time each year and reimburse them for park passes and athletic event registrations, encouraging outdoor adventure and community engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe donate $25,000 annually to American Forests to support forest restoration and bring Tree Equity to cities across North America.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003eClif Family 2022 The Climber Red Blend - 92 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA blend of Zinfandel and Petite Sirah, this estate Zin forward combo mixes fresh berries, bramble and spice with savory notes of cooked mushroom and freshly cracked pepper. Full of flavor and length, this is an approachable, friendly red blend. —E.C.B.\" - \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/2022_The_Climber.pdf?v=1732052151\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eT\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/2022_The_Climber.pdf?v=1732052151\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"About Clif Family Wines\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Clif_Family_One_Sheet.pdf?v=1736444308\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAbout Clif Family Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clif Family Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50580311343377,"sku":"HG2062","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/TheClimber2022.png?v=1772731494"},{"product_id":"uva-de-vida-sol-del-19-graciano-tempranillo-2019-750-ml","title":"Uva de Vida 'Sol del 19' Graciano\/Tempranillo 2019 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e70% Graciano, 30% Tempranillo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Uva de Vida Sol del 19 comes from both Graciano grapes and Tempranillo, from gorgeous young vines planted on the estate’s clay and limestone soils. A natural fermentation in steel tanks took about 18 days to complete, and remained there through malolactic, and naturally decanted for two full years before bottling without any sulfite additions. The nose is dynamic, full of wildflowers, spicy fruits, violets and fresh earth. It leads to a smooth although very fresh palate, with a lovely balance between spicy tannin (from the Graciano), and a silky texture (from the Tempranillo), with notes of cherry, blueberry, and earthy umami. The wine is wild and earthy and ideal for bean dishes, pasta, cured meats, and hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUva de Vida is a small, biodynamic farm in the Santa Olalla area of Toledo. Maria Carmen López Delgado started her project in 2005 after she found herself beating a serious illness through realizing that intimate work with the earth and all of its energy, could rejuvenate her own ailments. “If we take care of the earth, we take care of ourselves. Life has given me a new opportunity.” Together, with her husband Luis Ruiz, they work in the dry and extreme continental climate of Castilla with 9.5 hectares of Graciano (a fairly rare red grape in Spain, let alone Castilla), and 3 hectares of Tempranillo. Without even the use of copper or sulfur in the vineyard, they have a sincere passion and dedication to keeping their land perfect, in order to produce incredible grapes, situated between cereal fields and Cornicabra Olive groves. Music accompanies the vines and the cellar, in order to move subtle energy around using the gentle vibrations of sound waves. The Mandala image on the label of each bottle is their own complex geometric diagram of their vineyard (at 40˚ latitude), which outlines these energetic vibrations that are so crucial to their biodynamic farming practices. Further label info: The 8 pointed star references the Arabic \u0026amp; Jewish past of Toledo, which represents the connection between heaven \u0026amp; earth, the stable balance between spirit (cosmic) \u0026amp; matter (telluric). Also, it pays homage to the ancient Mediterranean civilizations that worshiped the sun, which they represented with 8 rays as a hallmark of spiritual realization, representing the sum of all aspiration, a symbol of life that inspires us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/uva_de_vida_sol_del_19_ts.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uva de Vida","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50718124867857,"sku":"HG2120","price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/UvaDeDida_yellow.jpg?v=1733759756"},{"product_id":"uva-de-vida-luna-2023-750-ml","title":"Uva de Vida 'Luna' Graciano\/Tempranillo 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e60% Graciano, 40% Tempranillo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Uva de Vida Luna comes from the estate’s youngest vines, which has an electric energy behind it that shows through in a clear and dynamic way. The 2023 is a blend of both Tempranillo and Graciano, which came from a bleeding of the grapes in order to give a bright fresh color and a light, fresh, chillable red in the glass. Native yeast and temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel, and after the malolactic has finished, the wine sits and naturally clarifies before it is bottled, with no filtration and no added sulfites. The result has a dark red rose hue, and has an aromatic floral quality that is backed by fresh berry fruit, and hints of earthy dust. In the mouth, the wine is fresh with acidity, but has enough grip from the tannic nature of the grape to keep the structure in line with the lifted fruity quality, and long spicy finish. Best served at cellar temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUva de Vida is a small, biodynamic farm in the Santa Olalla area of Toledo. Maria Carmen López Delgado started her project in 2005 after she found herself beating a serious illness through realizing that intimate work with the earth and all of its energy, could rejuvenate her own ailments. “If we take care of the earth, we take care of ourselves. Life has given me a new opportunity.” Together, with her husband Luis Ruiz, they work in the dry and extreme continental climate of Castilla with 9.5 hectares of Graciano (a fairly rare red grape in Spain, let alone Castilla), and 3 hectares of Tempranillo. Without even the use of copper or sulfur in the vineyard, they have a sincere passion and dedication to keeping their land perfect, in order to produce incredible grapes, situated between cereal fields and Cornicabra Olive groves. Music accompanies the vines and the cellar, in order to move subtle energy around using the gentle vibrations of sound waves. The Mandala image on the label of each bottle is their own complex geometric diagram of their vineyard (at 40˚ latitude), which outlines these energetic vibrations that are so crucial to their biodynamic farming practices. Further label info: The 8 pointed star references the Arabic \u0026amp; Jewish past of Toledo, which represents the connection between heaven \u0026amp; earth, the stable balance between spirit (cosmic) \u0026amp; matter (telluric). Also, it pays homage to the ancient Mediterranean civilizations that worshiped the sun, which they represented with 8 rays as a hallmark of spiritual realization, representing the sum of all aspiration, a symbol of life that inspires us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/uva_de_vida_luna_23_ts.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uva de Vida","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50718141186321,"sku":"HG2121","price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/uva-de-vida-luna.png?v=1733760037"},{"product_id":"land-of-saints-chardonnay-santa-barbara-county-2022-750-ml-copy","title":"Land of Saints Chardonnay Santa Barbara County 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLand of Saints Chardonnay is a bright and straightforward white from Santa Barbara County. Citrus and golden apple, toast, and zippy acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLand: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFossilized seabed with sand and clay loam, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSanta Maria Valley \u0026amp; Santa Rita Hills, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction: 1,382 cases\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABV: 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eÈlevage: 6 months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinemaking: Native fermentation in neutral wood. Battonage once a week for the first month to add texture, mouthfeel and enhance minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collaboration between Angela and Jason Osborne (A Tribute to Grace Wine Company), and Manuel Cuevas (C2 Cellars). We met during the 2013 vintage and have been discussing sunshine, moon signs and our Kiwi\/Cornish\/Mexican-American roots ever since. We stem from three beautifully different corners of the globe, united by our love of California and the vinous expressions of Santa Barbara County.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/loswines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/2021-LOS-Chardonnay.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A Tribute to Grace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50767818588433,"sku":"HG2129","price":18.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/LOS_chard_7b0360e7-17fa-4473-8b09-c0b662ffc150.jpg?v=1751380699"},{"product_id":"solar-de-randez-reserva-2017-750ml","title":"Solar de Randez Rioja Reserva 2017 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e95% Tempranillo, 5% Graciano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Solar de Randez Reserva is a beautiful example of a Rioja Reserva, as it is round and velvety in texture, with well-integrated notes of vanilla, tobacco, and ripe fruit, but has a strong core and structure that reminds of its terroir. Made from carefully selected Tempranillo grapes from Riamundo’s vineyards, the grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks and then rest before moved to oak. The fermented juice is then moved to used French barrels for 36 months, which is then followed by a minimum of 16 months in the bottle before ‘release.’ This remarkably styled Rioja is not only a true representation of the grape and region; it is a remarkable value for such an acclaimed wine from Spain’s most famous region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBodegas las Orcas is a small, family-owned and operated winery in the Rioja Alavesa region of Spain. The winery dates back to the year 1900 in the medieval town of Laguardia, where the family wines were made in their traditional cellar underneath the town until the construction of their new bodega happened just outside the town walls in 1999. Raimundo and his wife Cristina run the winery today and make remarkable Rioja wines using only fruit from their own family vineyards. The vineyards are tended naturally without the use of artificial fertilizers or pesticides, and the wines are fermented using native yeasts and absolutely minimal filtration (also, all the wines are vegan friendly). This is exceptional Rioja that brings together historic practices in the cellar, while also taking advantage of some more modern techniques, all while offering great value for authentically made wine from an area where large production has become a norm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/sdr_reserva_2017_ts.pdf\" title=\"Solar de Randez Reserva 2017\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas las Orcas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51254049571089,"sku":"HG2170","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/SOLAR_DE_RANDEZ-reserva.jpg?v=1744044595"},{"product_id":"trikuharri-entradas-de-san-angel-blanco-2021-750-ml","title":"Trikuharri 'Entradas de San Angel' Viura, Rioja 2021 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Viura\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Trikuharri Viura is a gorgeous example of what the estate’s old vine Viura can express, as it comes from the small plot at the entrance of the Finca san Angel vineyard that was planted about 80 years ago. Once the grapes were brought to the cellar after a hand harvest, they were gently pressed, and the juice was placed in both oak and amphora for natural fermentation. Once complete, there were some months of stirring the gross lees to give great volume to the final wine, giving the ultimate expression of Viura before it was racked and continued its aging (about 10 months total in the two vessels – chosen for different levels of micro-oxygenation). The nose is quite fresh and lively, with crisp fruit, citrus, and yellow flowers shooting forth. The volume is full in the mouth, with incredible texture yet precision and clarity in the weight, offering spiced apples, Meyer lemon, honey, and a delicious salty kick. Best with some time to age or ample breathing time to showcase these old vines' layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBodegas las Orcas is a small, family-owned and operated winery in the Rioja Alavesa region of Spain. The winery dates back to the year 1900 in the medieval town of Laguardia, where the family wines were made in their traditional cellar underneath the town until the construction of their new bodega happened just outside the town walls in 1999. Raimundo, now with his daughter Lucia, run the winery today and make remarkable Rioja wines using only fruit from their own family vineyards. The vineyards are tended naturally without the use of artificial fertilizers or pesticides, and the wines are fermented using native yeasts and absolutely minimal filtration (also, all the wines are vegan friendly). This is exceptional Rioja that brings together historic practices in the cellar, while also taking advantage of some more modern techniques, all while offering great value for authentically made wine from an area where large production has become a norm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/trikuharri_viura_21_ts.pdf\" title=\"Trikuharri 'Entradas de San Angel' Viura 2021\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas Las Orcas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51254065037585,"sku":"HG2171","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Trikuharri-White.jpg?v=1753837657"},{"product_id":"trikuharri-entradas-de-san-angel-tempranillo-2019-750ml","title":"Trikuharri 'Entradas de San Angel' Tempranillo, Rioja 2019 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Tempranillo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Trikuharri Tempranillo is a beautiful red coming from only Tempranillo vines that yield quite little amounts of fruit, as it comes from the small plot at the entrance of the Finca san Angel vineyard that was planted about 80 years ago. Once brought to the cellar, the grapes went through 5 days of pre-fermentative maceration to capture as much delicate nuance and aroma as possible, before a natural fermentation in stainless steel tank. About 20 days passed with the skins, seeing 3 pump overs a day before a gentle pressing of the fruit, and malolactic was also carried out (and completed) in steel tank. The wine was then aged for 18 months, in a blend of French oak barrels (from Rousseau, Anna Selection, Ermitage, Berthomieu and Allary), and concluded in concrete for 4 additional months to relax and integrate. The finished wine is full of wild fruits, savory spices, and soft wood aromas on the nose, and leads to a plush palate that has silky texture yet is full of quite fresh acidity to keep things interesting. Dark brambly fruit, cedar, tobacco, and freshly turned earth are showcased on the long and persistent palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBodegas las Orcas is a small, family-owned and operated winery in the Rioja Alavesa region of Spain. The winery dates back to the year 1900 in the medieval town of Laguardia, where the family wines were made in their traditional cellar underneath the town until the construction of their new bodega happened just outside the town walls in 1999. Raimundo, now with his daughter Lucia, run the winery today and make remarkable Rioja wines using only fruit from their own family vineyards. The vineyards are tended naturally without the use of artificial fertilizers or pesticides, and the wines are fermented using native yeasts and absolutely minimal filtration (also, all the wines are vegan friendly). This is exceptional Rioja that brings together historic practices in the cellar, while also taking advantage of some more modern techniques, all while offering great value for authentically made wine from an area where large production has become a norm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/trikuharri_tinto_19_ts.pdf\" title=\"Trikuharri 'Entradas de San Angel' Tempranillo 2019\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas Las Orcas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51254120644881,"sku":"HG2172","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/TrikuharriTemp.jpg?v=1744209369"},{"product_id":"uva-de-vida-biografico-tinto-graciano-tempranillo-2022-750-ml","title":"Uva de Vida 'Biográfico Tinto' Graciano\/Tempranillo 2022 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e80% Graciano 20% Tempranillo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUva de Vida Biográfico Tinto\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is made with biodynamically farmed grapes from the estate’s northeast and southeast facing slopes. A blend of Graciano and Tempranillo, the grapes are fermented with only ambient yeasts in stainless steel tanks, before a rest for about six months in the same vessels.  The wine naturally clarifies and is not filtered nor sees any additions of sulfur before bottling, and is then released as a fresh expression of this blend. Dark in color, yet light in character, the aromas are a mix of spicy fruit, a touch of fresh earth, and hints of purple flowers. The palate is dynamic and bright, balancing between the spicy tannin of the Graciano, and the earthy fruit of the Tempranillo, offering bright red cherries, a bit of lilac, and a slight earthy umami quality.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUva de Vida is a small, biodynamic farm in the Santa Olalla area of Toledo. Maria Carmen López Delgado started her project in 2005 after she found herself beating a serious illness through realizing that intimate work with the earth and all of its energy, could rejuvenate her own ailments. \"If we take care of the earth, we take care of ourselves. Life has given me a new opportunity.\" Together, with her husband Luis Ruiz, they work in the dry and extreme continental climate of Castilla with 9.5 hectares of Graciano (a fairly rare red grape in Spain, let alone Castilla), and 3 hectares of Tempranillo. Without even the use of copper or sulfur in the vineyard, they have a sincere passion and dedication to keeping their land perfect, in order to produce incredible grapes, situated between cereal fields and Cornicabra Olive groves. Music accompanies the vines and the cellar, in order to move subtle energy around using the gentle vibrations of sound waves. The Mandala image on the label of each bottle is their own complex geometric diagram of their vineyard (at 40˚ latitude), which outlines these energetic vibrations that are so crucial to their biodynamic farming practices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\" style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurther Label Information: The 8 pointed star references the Arabic \u0026amp; Jewish past of Toledo, which represents the connection between heaven \u0026amp; earth, the stable balance between spirit (cosmic) and matter (telluric). Also, it pays homage to the ancient Mediterranean civilizations that worshiped the sun, which they represented with 8 rays as a hallmark of spiritual realizations, representing the sum of all aspiration, a symbol of life that inspires us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/uva_de_vida_tinto_22_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Uva de Vida","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51259538407697,"sku":"HG2178","price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/uva-de-vida-biografico_1_ebefe6e2-f1b2-48b9-be85-8a59659899f9.jpg?v=1709073676"},{"product_id":"ronsel-do-sil-vel-uveyra-mencia-2023-750-ml-copy","title":"Ronsel do Sil Vel’uveyra Mencia 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e85% Mencia 10% Garnacha 5% Negreda\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: 5,000 Loak foudre, Indigenous yeasts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABV: 12%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiodynamic (not certified)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVel’uveyra is in old local dialect meaning ‘to gaze at the vineyard’ during the colorful harvest. The symmetric picture symbolizes grapes \u0026amp; their resolute philosophy to promote sustainable development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e Ronsel do Sil Vel’uveyra\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e comes from the estate’s steep terraced vines that differ in age and are picked at a range of altitudes.  A blend of predominately Mencia, along with some Garnacha and the local Negreda, the grapes are hand harvested and brought into the cellar for a cold (pre-fermentation) soaking, before entering into large 5,000-liter oak foudres for natural fermentation, and 8 months of aging. The expressive result has a vibrant nose of red fruits, spice, and hints of licorice, while leading to a soft and supple palate of plums, cherries, light herbs, and pepper.  This northwestern Spanish red is perfect drinking wine for many foods, as the fresh acidity and soft yet bright fruit is very complementary at the table.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRonsel do Sil is situated in one of the world’s most extreme grape growing regions, the Ribeira Sacra DO of northwestern Spain. With vineyards planted throughout treacherously steep slopes (ranging from 300 to 700 meters above sea level), all pruning, maintenance, and harvest is carried out by hand on old terraces built by the ancient Romans called Bancales. Maria José Yravedra is an absolute visionary for the region, producing wines that not only show incredible varietal integrity, but she accomplishes this through natural farming and biodynamic principles, making around 45,000 bottles a year from their 10 hectare estate. Her philosophy is based on what she calls ‘heroic’ viticulture, reflecting a sincere balance with nature, through love and compromise with the land. Aside from composting each year with gorse (the last harvest’s prunings and remains), sheep graze the vineyards once a year to add their natural flare and keep excess plants at bay. In the cellar, an absolutely minimal approach is the secret to each perfect bottling, with a gravity flow system instead of pumps, all old wood and concrete use for aging, and very little sulfur additions, letting the native grapes of the area tell their individual story.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/ronsel_do_sil_vel_uveyra_23_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ronsel do Sil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51259560526097,"sku":"HG2182","price":17.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/RonseldoSilVel_uveyraMencia_7fab291e-e415-4b0c-bbf9-c74dc14f3085.png?v=1697067602"},{"product_id":"de-boel-france-les-voraces-rouge-2023-750-ml","title":"De Boel France 'Les Voraces' Rouge 2023 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Syrah\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: Stainless steel, Indigenous yeast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABV: 12.2%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiodynamic\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘Les Voraces’ was a revolutionary group from Lyon in 1846 that would travel from canteens to taverns with the claim to lower the price of wine – everywhere they went loudly showing their love for food \u0026amp; wine!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘Les Voraces’\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a pure expression of Syrah from the northern Rhone in the Collines Rhodaniennes IGP, where only stainless steel is used for fermentation, and a short aging to give as much varietal characteristic as possible.  This young vineyard is hand-harvested when the fruit has reached a perfect balance between pH and sugar development, and brought in for a natural fermentation. The De Boel family uses a gentle vertical press after fermentation and malolactic usually happens around February. By March or April the wine is bottled and sent to market to show its purest form, with notes of peppery spice, blackberry, boysenberry, and a touch of cured meat.  On the palate the wine is fresh, but has deep complexity, showing dark berry fruit, spice, licorice, and great minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFamille De Boel France is a small family estate owned and run by an enthusiastic and inspired husband\/wife team in the high elevations of Saint Joseph. This is a project born from passion, not born from inheriting vineyards or a cellar. Nelly France is from Brittany (France), Arnaud De Boel is from Belgium, and they met in 2009 in New Zealand where their love for food and wine brought them together and quickly found a love for one another. With their two young children Augustin and Margot, the family chooses biodynamic farming and winemaking, and owns vineyards in the Northern Rhone where they live (in Saint Joseph and Cornas), and some land in the Southern Rhone close to the villages of Suze-la-Rousse and Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes. They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/de_boel_les_voraces_23_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51259572289809,"sku":"HG2184","price":23.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/DBF_Voraces_a29529da-daea-448f-9920-eb97ba4bc1a4.jpg?v=1744045274"},{"product_id":"flavia-etna-rosso-old-vine-nerello-mascalese-2020-1-liter","title":"Flavia Etna Rosso, Old-Vine Nerello Mascalese 2020 (1 Liter)","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e100% \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNerello Mascalese\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFrom 20 and 30 year old vines planted at a 3116 feet altitude on sandy volcanic soils. Organically farmed and hand harvested followed by ageing in Slovenian oak for 12 months. Long and tasty finish on the palate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSmoky dark fruits, hints of meat and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairing Suggestions:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePasta, Barbecue, Heavier Seafood\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine, made from 100% old-vine Nerello Mascalese, is from a family that has owned vineyards and made wine on Etna since 1860. Brother and sister winemaking team Giacomo and Flavia Rallo have taken the lead in continuing the tradition of making organic, natural wines to best showcase their family's vineyards. The vines, between 20 and 30 years old, come from some of the best terroirs on the volcano: the North Slope of Mount Etna, in the Zottorinoto and Puntale Palino contrada of Solicchiata, a hamlet of Castiglione di Sicilia, at 950 meters (3116 feet) altitude and on sandy volcanic soils. They are treated Organically, hand-harvested, wild yeast fermented in stainless steel, then aged 12 months in used Slavonian oak. Once bottled lightly fined and lightly filtered, with a drop of SO2, they age another 12 months in bottle. This is the epitome of Mount Etna, with smoky dark juicy fruit, notes of meat, spicy, with a long, delicious finish. Even better, it offers a fantastic value as it's in a LITER bottle, the ONLY wine in Liter coming off the volcano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"075ecc1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-075ecc1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHE STORY OF A LOVE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"295ce81\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-295ce81 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 2\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavia Rebellious Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efamily is a mélange of cultural dimensions that derive from expert hands and industrious minds passed down through four generations who deeply believe in the values of craftsmanship, native vines and the final quality of a wine that is authentic.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe family history is made up of rigor and constancy, since 1860 they have taken care of the land and the plant like a mother does for her children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe love for wines has its roots in the Trapani area when the great-grandfather Francesco Rallo moved to the Sicilian countryside and began working on his first plots of land in the Baiata district.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe business was taken over by Grandfather Giacomo, who passed on the passion and love of doing things with the heart to his son Francesco Rallo, who, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, continued to pass it down from father to son the founding values keeping the family tradition high to this day.\u003c\/span\u003e\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\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"874e20e\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-874e20e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHE FOURTH GENERATION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"078a6ed\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-078a6ed elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 3\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoung and zealous producers, Flavia and Giacomo Rallo represent the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efourth generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the Rallo family from Marsala.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTheir philosophy is identified in the valorization of the pure essence of wine and its nature, practicing sustainable, organic and non-invasive cultivation and production techniques.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHonoring the legacy of their forefather, Flavia and Giacomo want to spread the culture of quality wine by dedicating themselves completely to the creation of native Sicilian wines in which they blend\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epast and present.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Flavia_Rebellious_Wines_Etna_Rosso_2020.pdf?v=1743695110\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\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","brand":"Flavia Rebellious Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51283856032017,"sku":"HG2185","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Flavia-Rosso_49cbd326-7d08-402b-a48a-56a1d7397862.png?v=1724098874"},{"product_id":"flavia-alle-catarratto-zibibbo-terre-siciliane-white-2021-1-l","title":"Flavia 'Alle' Catarratto\/Zibibbo Terre Siciliane White 2021 (1 L)","description":"\u003cp\u003e80% Catarratto, 20% Zibibo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVineyard Subregion: Sicily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFarming: Certified organic, Practicing biodynamic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManually selected from the historic vineyards owned by the Rallo family since 1860. Using native yeasts and no filtering or fining bring out the essence of the terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCatarratto\u003cspan\u003e is a very expressive vigorous vine whose aromas are intense. The vines are traditionally planted with saplings, with short pruning and few bunches per plant, in order to obtain grapes with a good aromatic concentration. Catarratto wine has a straw yellow colour, and the bouquet is characterized by aromas of orange blossom, jasmine, aromatic herbs, citrus fruits and white fruit. On the palate it impresses with its lively acidity, well balanced by fruity notes. In the mouth it is fresh, velvety, with momentum and persistence. The Extra Dry Spumante is born from Catarratto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZibibbo\u003cspan\u003e is an aromatic vine grown mainly in Sicily.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe name comes from the Arabic term zibibb, which means dried or withered grapes.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is among the best grapes for drying, also thanks to its resistance to rot.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe sweet wines of Zibibbo are extraordinarily rich, deep golden in color, with hints of apricots, acacia flowers and honey.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOn the palate they are structured, sweet, full-bodied but with a sapidity, acidity and long persistence.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEven the dry wines are very aromatic, straw-coloured and with delicate hints of white fruit and flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"075ecc1\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-075ecc1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHE STORY OF A LOVE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"295ce81\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-295ce81 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 2\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavia Rebellious Wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efamily is a mélange of cultural dimensions that derive from expert hands and industrious minds passed down through four generations who deeply believe in the values of craftsmanship, native vines and the final quality of a wine that is authentic.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe family history is made up of rigor and constancy, since 1860 they have taken care of the land and the plant like a mother does for her children.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe love for wines has its roots in the Trapani area when the great-grandfather Francesco Rallo moved to the Sicilian countryside and began working on his first plots of land in the Baiata district.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe business was taken over by Grandfather Giacomo, who passed on the passion and love of doing things with the heart to his son Francesco Rallo, who, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather, continued to pass it down from father to son the founding values keeping the family tradition high to this day.\u003c\/span\u003e\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\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"heading.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"874e20e\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-874e20e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHE FOURTH GENERATION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"078a6ed\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-078a6ed elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 3\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoung and zealous producers, Flavia and Giacomo Rallo represent the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efourth generation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the Rallo family from Marsala.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTheir philosophy is identified in the valorization of the pure essence of wine and its nature, practicing sustainable, organic and non-invasive cultivation and production techniques.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHonoring the legacy of their forefather, Flavia and Giacomo want to spread the culture of quality wine by dedicating themselves completely to the creation of native Sicilian wines in which they blend\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epast and present\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\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\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Flavia_Rebellious_Wines_Terre_Siciliane_Alle_2021.pdf?v=1743695207\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Flavia Rebellious Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51283935428881,"sku":"HG2186","price":17.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Flavia-Alle.png?v=1758650729"},{"product_id":"lala-la-tempranillo-rose-2024-750-ml","title":"Lala Lá Tempranillo + Criolla Rosé, Valle de Uco, Mendoza 2024 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e90% \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTempranillo + 10% Criolla\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend \u003c\/strong\u003e100% grapes from the Cordon del Plata district of Tupungato, Valle de Uco, Mendoza, Argentina.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil and Sub Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the pedemontane zone of Tupungato. Strong presence of stones and sand. High level of carbonates in the soil.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge of the Vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 years old on average.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e Manual harvest with selection in the vineyard, followed by a second selection in the winery. Pneumatic pressing, destemming, and fermentation with temperature controls. Fermentation for 15 days at controlled temperatures.  Rest on total lees for 3 months. Systematic malolactic fermentation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 months in stainless steel tanks.  Bottling after light filtration. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonality and aging\u003c\/strong\u003e fresh, sharp, almost mineral, fruity wine. Sweet strokes feature this wine, added to its herbal and intensely fruity character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 16°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaing Analytical Data\u003c\/strong\u003e Alc. 13.4%; pH: 3.4; Total Acidity: 4.5 g\/l; Sugar: 2 g\/l., SO2 total below 80mg\/l\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to Lala Lá wines!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe produce certified, organic and high quality wines in Mendoza, Argentina. Our Lalala wines are, malbec, criolla, rose tempranillo, chenin blanc  filter and natural. All our wines are created with grapes from Agrelo, Valle de Uco and Ugarteche. Our wines are manually harvested and personally supervised by our enologists Leo Borsi and Silvia Corti.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eLala Lá has been making certificated organic wines since its first harvest in 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLala Lá wines are produced by Laura Ciacera and her team of enologist, technicians and sales force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLaura comes from a family with long tradition in wine making. Her mother (from San Juan) and her father (from Mendoza) owned a winery. 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Enologist, technicians and commercial staff work daily on the production of certified organic wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/Lala_La_Tempranillo_Rose_2024_tech_sheet.pdf?v=1757697867\" title=\"Lala Lá Tempranillo Rosé, Valle de Uco, Mendoza 2024\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lala Lá Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51353482559761,"sku":"HG2200","price":16.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/LalaLaTempranilloRose2024.png?v=1757698099"},{"product_id":"lala-la-tempranillo-criolla-2024-750-ml","title":"Lala Lá Criolla, Valle de Uco, Mendoza 2024 (750 ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Criolla\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeographical Location\u003c\/strong\u003e Paraje Campo Vidal, CORDON DEL PLATA, TUPUNGATO, VALLE DE UCO, Mendoza, Argentina\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil and Sub Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e alluvial soils, short and restrictive stony soils on an alluvial fan. Soil of productive potential and excellent freshness when grapes are harvested at their optimum maturity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge of the Vineyards \u003c\/strong\u003e40 years old on average.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e manual harvest with double selection, followed by a third selection in the winery. Fermentation between 22 C and 25 C in stainless steel tanks for 22 days. Decanting according to the lunar calendar on “fruit” day. Malolactic fermentation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonality and Aging\u003c\/strong\u003e a frank, fresh, fruity wine that shows that it is possible to produce wines without defects and with ample qualities from Criollo grapes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e 19°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to Lala Lá wines!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe produce certified, organic and high quality wines in Mendoza, Argentina. Our Lalala wines are, malbec, criolla, rose tempranillo, chenin blanc  filter and natural. All our wines are created with grapes from Agrelo, Valle de Uco and Ugarteche. 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As the only region in the northern Rhone that requires 100% Syrah for the finished wine, these young vines planted in granite soils have a bright future ahead, already showcasing gorgeous finesse brushed atop a dense canvas. 7-year-old barrique and demi-muids were filled after natural fermentation in stainless steel, and aged for around 10 months before release. Although youthful, the finished wine has a dark and complex core decorated by wisps of bright lively fruit. Smashed blueberries, graphite, rose, and soft meaty aromas fill the glass, leading to a thick palate of small berries, minerals, fresh acid, and a lengthy finish of fruit, anise, and rocks that begs for food. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e‘Ars Magirica’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e (arts of the chef) was the first written cookbook by the 1st century chef to the emperor, Apicius. 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They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/de_boel_ars_magirica_cornas_23_ts.pdf\" title=\"Tech Sheet\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389503963409,"sku":"HG2205","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/AlchemyShopifyWinePics-5_b5585c8b-aef3-4e8e-9d61-8c06e76debca.png?v=1702579735"},{"product_id":"de-boel-france-rue-des-pouiles-saint-joseph-rouge-2023-magnum-1-5-l","title":"De Boel France ‘Rue des Pouiles’ Saint Joseph Rouge 2023 Magnum (1.5 L)","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Syrah\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel, Indigenous yeasts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 months in 7 year old Barrique \u0026amp; Demi-Muids\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter \/ Fining\u003c\/strong\u003e Crossflow Filter \/ No fining\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.53%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e Biodynamic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2023\u003cem\u003e ‘Rue de Poulies’ Saint Joseph\u003c\/em\u003e is a stunning example of how complex, deep, and lovely wines from this region can be. Being a mono-varietal Syrah and not a blend, this mix of estate fruit is from both the commune of St. Jean de Muzols (young vines) and Tournon (a vineyard of about fifty years). Each year is harvested by hand when the perfect balance of pH and sugar development is found in the grapes. The grapes are fermented in stainless steel and see regular punch downs for the first week, and then gentle pump overs until complete. Half of the wine remains in tank, and the other half is placed into old French barrique for about a year until it is bottled. The result shows classic black and red fruits on the nose, as well as pork fat and peppercorns, while the palate follows with a deep core of minerality, ripe and fresh fruit, and is lined with spicy acidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \u003cem\u003e‘Rue de Poulies’\u003c\/em\u003e (Pulley Street) no longer exists, but was a road between the Seine and the Louvre in Paris. 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They are completely dedicated to the celebration of how food and wine come together in so many magical occasions, and strive to make wine that is meant for the table, meant to enjoy with friends and family, and meant for all of the Bon Vivants of the world; something they can pass on hopefully for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wsite-content-title\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"De Boel France 'Rue des poulies' Saint Joseph Rouge 2023\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bonvivantimports.com\/uploads\/7\/2\/2\/1\/72211495\/rue_des_poulies_st_joseph_23_ts.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"3\"\u003eTech Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Famille De Boel France","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51389509304593,"sku":"HG2206","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8755\/8673\/files\/DBF_RueDePoulis.jpg?v=1744045225"}],"url":"https:\/\/alchemyofthespirit.co\/collections\/female-winemaker.oembed?page=2","provider":"Alchemy of the Spirit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}