Mikhail Polienko

Calmel & Joseph Saint Chinian 2015, Ap

17p Jancis Robinson
"This really is the aristocrat of the Languedoc appellations. Glides. Complete"
91p Wine Orbit
17.5+p Raymond Chan
Strict parcel selection made by Laurent Calmel and Jerome Joseph. 65% of vines planted on a clay-limestone soil and 35% on schist soils. A careful blending harmonizes Syrah, Cinsault and Grenache so that elegance and softness of tannins develops as the wine matures.
Aged 12 months in concrete tank.
Decant and serve at ~17°С. Perfect companion to game dishes, red or white meat. Try also with pasta and risotto, stew and grilled veggies.

Château Des Gimarets Moulin À Vent 2013, Ac

In Southern Burgundy, at the foot of the Windmill, Vintage King of Beaujolais, the Ch. des Gimarets has been planting the vineyard on granitic soil with a nature conscience wine culture since 1650. Aromatic black & red berries, floral note. Very expressive with a round palate, well integrated tannins, & persistent finish. Match with white & red meat, pasta & cheeses.
“Elegant and fresh, with tangy acidity supporting the aromatic profile of spiced plum, black cherry tea and floral notes. Fig, licorice and bitter herb flavours mark the crisp, lingering finish. Drink now.” (Wine Spectator,2016)

Cuvée Jean Philippe Blanquette De Limoux 2014, Traditional Method, Ac

This pale gold blanquette releases fine bubbles, together with an intense perfume of Williams pears and honeysuckle. Lively and full-bodied, it releases a taste of toasted bread with a hint of honey. All together it is remarkably well balanced, smooth and fresh.
The vines grown on the hills to the west of Limoux, in the commune of Villelongue d’Aude, an ancient fortified village constructed in a ‘circulade’ (a traditional village built in concentric circles). Altitude of 300 meters, the softer oceanic climate ideal for the most aromatic white cépages of the appellation.

Legón Crianza 2012, Do Ribera Del Duero

Creation of winemaker Serafin Moya from hand harvested Tempranillo from >900m elevation old vineyard (35y.o. average, some>100y.o.) in Pedrosa- Grand Cru of the D.O. of the Ribera del Duero D.O. Aged 14 m in oak.
"One the bright side of tempranillo, this rich in red fruit flavors of strawberry and cherries. It is intense, but in a delicate way, showing its tender fruit generously but at the same time with a lovely balance. Easy to drink now, it will improve with a couple of years in your cellar.” (91p Wine&Spirits Mag'16)
Enjoy this rich and savory wine now after decanting or age for 5-10y.

Filippo Broccardo Nebbiolo 2015, Doc Langhe

Family owned for generations winery. Filippo, Laura and Federica have outmost respect for the land. Vineyards in Langhe Barolo region – Monforte d’Alba, Barolo and Novello. Aging: 10 months in 35 hl Slavonian and French oak, ranging from new to 10 years. Minimum 10 months in bottle.
Delicate, balanced, pleasant with tones of raspberries, wild strawberries and blueberries, light floral echoes, harmonious tannin structure and a refreshing aftertaste. Perfect accompaniment for spicy dishes. The Langhe sun, generously kissed these native grapes to gladden your meals and cheer your friends.

Viña Vilano Crianza 2012, Do Ribera Del Duero

“Aromas of molasses, wood grain, blackberry and cassis are alluring. Bright, bold and energetic across the palate, this Crianza from a warm, dry year offers toasty oak, chocolate, spice, licorice and black-fruit flavors. As it moves towards the finish, toasty, blackened notes along with hints of mocha rise up.” Editors’ Choice (M.Schachner, Wine Enthusiast'16)
Aged 14m in Am&Fr oak, >24m in btl.
Pedrosa, Grand Cru of DO Ribera del Duero. >900m elevation. >35 y.o. vines, many >100 y.o.
Serve at 17ºC with roasted lamb, pork, stewed rabbit, rice dishes, spaghetti Bolognese or aged cheeses.

Fatalone Primitivo Riserva 2012, Doc Gioia Del Colle

ORGANIC. Full, smooth, balanced taste of black sour cherry, blackberry, mulberry and plum with velvety spicy notes of clove, carob, mint and cacao. Great complexity, freshness, minerality and persistence. Impressive aftertaste of toasted bitter almond.
Rocky hill top 385m above sea level, Spinomarino, one of the most lofty, well-aired and sunniest in Puglia in the area of Gioia del Colle, 45 km from the Adriatic Sea to the East and 45 km from the Ionian Sea to the South. Rocky soil of 50/50 clay & limestone, rich in sand & fossils. 17 p. Jancis Robinson (12, 11, 08, 07 vntgs)

Teliani Valley Mukuzani 2014, Mukuzani, Khaketi

Mukuzani, most famous Georgian red dry, from PDO Micro-Zone “Mukuzani” in Kakheti. Crafted from select Saperavi grapes, aged in oak barrels for 9 months. Serve at 18°С after decanting or cellar ~10 years. Great accompaniment to game meats, grilled steak, liver, lamb Mtsvadi (roast meat of lamb).
"Nose of blackberry and rose petal. Full on the palate, it offers flavors of black cherry, cranberry, chocolate and a touch of smoke. There is a pervading sense of brightness throughout, although sneaky tannins provide for a hint of chalkiness on the finish.”(Mike DeSimone, Wine Enthusiast, 2017)

Dominio Del Bendito Las Sabias 2013, Do Toro

Marani Saperavi 2016, Kakheti

Gold Mundus vini in 2017.
Featured as part of the 'Georgia, Cradle of World Viticulture' exhibit at La Cité du Vin wine museum in Brdx.
Crafted from indigenous Saperavi grapes.
Vineyards, at ~400 m above the sea level, with high temperature fluctuations. Climate influence by the Great Caucasus Mountains at the left bank of Alazani River and Tsiv-Gombori mountain range at the right.
Part of the wine is aged in French oak barrels for 4 month.
Serve at 16°C with cold cuts, roast beef, lamb-mutton chanakhi (cooked with vegetables) chakhokhbili (meat stewed with tomatoes) and grilled steak.