Mikhail Polienko
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Galena Priorat 2013, Doca Priorat
Priorat, Spain$39.95
Terraces with two or three, sometimes even a single row of vines are located at 50 to 500 metres above sea level, on the slopes of the hills. Lands belonged to the Carthusian monks from the Scala Dei Monastery in the Middle Ages.
"Firm and focused, this red delivers black cherry, cranberry and currant flavors that mingle with leafy, toasty and mineral notes in a polished texture, supported by well-integrated tannins and fresh acidity. Drink now through 2025." (Wine Spectator, 2016)
4.0 Stars
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Domaine Les Bugadelles 2014, Igp Pays D'oc
Languedoc, France$29.95
93 points Wine Enthusiast 2016
91 points Outstanding & Best Buy Vintage Assessments 2017
In the heart of Languedoc, on the La Clape hills, Narbonne regional nature park, Domaine des Bugadelles benefits of an exceptional eco-system near Mediterranean shore. Best organic Grenache & Syrah grapes grown on shale, clay and sandstone soils to be slowly cold vinified and then aged in oak barrels for more than a year.
Rich fruits aromas with smoked notes, round balanced palate, elegant and fine tannins, make it an ideal partner for grilled red meats and rich vegetarian dishes. Serve chilled at 16°C.
4.0 Stars
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Château Auris Corbières 2014, Ap
Languedoc, France$25.95
Château Auris has crafted wines since 1736. Fonfroide hills in the heart of Languedoc protect vines from Mediteranian influence.
“Deeply colored, this magenta-laced Syrah, Grenache and Carignan blend has a cherry liqueur nose. Crushed slate, licorice and blackberry coulis aromas have solid intensity. It shows exceptional purity, with forward mineral notes, a round midpalate, good density and an array of forest berry flavors. With no obvious new oak, generous fruit tones and layers of flavors, this is a sure bet for any crowd..." (Wine Enthusiast,2016)
4.0 Stars
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Legón Premium 2013, Do Ribera Del Duero
Ribera Del Duero, Spain$34.00
93 points Wine & Spirits Magazine, 2016.
Hand harvested grapes from 70-110 y.o. vines grown at 800 m altitude on poor sandy-clay soils of Pedrosa, a Grand Cru of the Ribera del Duero D.O. Tempranillo at >900m elevation on poor sandy-clay soils. One of the oldest vineyards in the region, with many vines are 100 years and older.
Aged ~2 y. in New French oak barrels and over 1 y. in btls.
Intense and polished, superb perfume of exotic spices, sandalwood, herbs, lavender, and assorted black fruits.
Serve at 17°C with game and grilled meats, roasted nuts and mature cheeses.
4.0 Stars
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Josetta Saffirio Barolo 2011, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$44.95
"Dark fruit, leather, tobacco and spice aromas lead the way on this elegantly structured red. On the palate, notes of cocoa, vanilla, anise and espresso accent a core of fleshy black cherry, while firm, fine-grained tannins provide support. A licorice note signals the close." 93point (Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast).
Terroir:
Comune of Monforte d’Alba. Soil ‘Elveziano’ rich in minerals & live lime. No CO2- Solar Panels 20KW.
Gnomes on the labels -symbol of the vineyard. These characters help the farmers, taking care of the animals and checking the basement, in exchange for a bit of wine.
4.0 Stars
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Château Langlais 2015, Ac Puisseguin Saint émilion
Bordeaux, France$36.95
90 points Wine Enthusiast, 2018.
"...Touches of bitter coffee come from the 15 months in wood, but the main thrust of this developing wine is the ripe black-currant fruitiness…"
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The non-use of chemicals goes back to 1947. The soils have never been treated with herbicides or insecticides. 40 y.o. vines.
Ageing of the wine is done in the cellar of Château Beauséjour in French oak barrels for over 12 months and then in the bottle.
Serve at 17°C with spiced and roasted red meat, vegetable dishes with mushrooms and young/soft cheeses.
4.0 Stars
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Domaine Besancenot Cent Vignes Beaune 1er Cru 2014, Ap
Burgundy, France$55.95
The Besancenot family’s winery has its roots in 1850. Their 12 different appellations are planted within 10 hectares with 6 noble grape varieties.
The Beaune vnyrd stretchers over gentle slopes at 270m altitude on the Eastern side of hills chain of the Côte d’Or (Golden Coast) between Savigny and Pommard. It is one of the most early-ripening Vineyards.
The nose, small red fruits, berries of wood and blackcurrant will entice you. His very present and powerful tannins assert the length and largeness in mouth of this wine.
Serve at 14°C with lamb, roast chicken, turkey and soft cheeses.
3.5 Stars
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Valtea Albariño 2016, Do Rías Baixas
Galicia, Spain$22.95
Crafted from early morning hand harvested select Albarino grapes from over 30 y.o. vineyards in Miño River valley, 30 km from Vigo and Ourense cities in western Spain. Sorted grapes are carefully pressed and fermented at controlled temperature.
Bright gold reflections. Intense fruity nose with hints of apricot, pineapple and apple on a background of hay and white flowers. Full and fleshy palate with balanced acidity and long finale.
Serve at 11ºC. Enjoy with fish, seafood, fresh cheese and pasta.
3.5 Stars
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Cremaschi Furlotti Single Vineyard Carmenère 2015, Peñasco Vineyard, Valle Del Loncomilla, Valle Del Maule
Maule Valley, Chile$22.95
96p, PLatinum, Decanter'17. Best of Chile (Peter Richards MW, Decanter’17)
Chilean family winery going back 5 generations. Loncomilla Valley in the heart of Chile between the Andes and the Coastal Mountains. One of first 10 sustainable wineries in Chile.
Complex bouquet combines fresh black fruits & spicy notes. Black pepper & graphite nuances are complemented by delicate notes of oak.
Serve at 16 ºC on its own as a joyful meditation drink or serve with pesto sauce pasta, roasted venison, lamb & spicy meats. Try with full-flavoured cheeses Roquefort, Brie and Camembert and even smoked cheese.
3.5 Stars
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Anzivino Gattinara 2010, Docg
Piedmont, Italy$29.95
“Enticing scents of perfumed berry, violet, dried herb and cake spice take center stage along with a balsamic note. The palate is firmly structured but elegant, offering tart red cherry, crushed raspberry, cinnamon and licorice. It's well balanced and young with taut polished tannins and fresh acidity." 93p Wine Enthusiast.
Nebbiolo 100%. Vineyards-hills, fossil & volcanic rocks of the Supervulcano of the Sesia, at the foot of Monte Rosa.
Aged in cellars for over 4 y. (2 in large barrels).Cellar up to 2030 or decant and serve at 17°С with Piemontese agnolotti del plin, gourmet pasta, red meat.
3.5 Stars
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