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Vintages Release April 1, 2024

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Red Wine

Tornatore 2020, Sicily D.O.C., Italy: Tornatore 2020 is a dry, medium-bodied Etna Rosso produced from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio. Vineyards are located at an altitude of 1,000 metres above sea level on the north side of and active volcano. Fresh, elegant and fragrant with dried rose petals, blue florals, strawberry, cherry, fine herbs and spicy flavours vibrant on the palate, there is lots of food-friendly acidity on this vintage for roasted meats, grilled game sausages and oily fish like smoked sardines. Enjoy it through 2028. Food pairings: rich meat stews, pasta in tomato sauce, cheddar cheese, risotto with mushrooms. Drink: 2024 - 2028 487090 14% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 91/100. April 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Domaines Ott Château De Selle Rosé 2022, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: This is the patio party version (1500 ml) of Domaines Ott Château De Selle Cru classé 2022! A dry, medium-bodied Côtes De Provence rosé produced from Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and Mourvèdre wine grapes, it is fresh and fragrant with dried florals, ripe apple, ginger spice and citrusy flavours supple and zesty on the palate. This cru classe rosé is balanced with brilliant food-friendly acidity and finishes long on a mineral note. Very moreish, enjoy it through 2026. Rosé food pairings: cold roast chicken, salads with goat cheese and fresh red berries, smoked trout. Drink: 2024 - 2026 490888 12.5% XD 1500 mL $135.95 Score: 93/100. April 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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