An elegant, smooth, refined and well-rounded palate with a slight sweetness, and also a certain bitterness. An elegant and citrus fruit finish ensures freshness and a superb aftertaste giving this vermouth a gourmet touch. Vermouth made from a unique infusion of aromatic herbs and aged in the barrel before bottling.
Selection
Cims De Mediterranean Mistela Moscatel
$18.99750mL – 100% Teulada Muscat
A beautiful, bright gold. The nose is powerful yet refined, showcasing fresh, honey and raisins. The palate is sweet yet poweful, with fruity persistence polished off with a lasting finish and excellent acidity.
SILVER – IWC 2012, 2013
GOLD – Int’l Challenge of Lyon 2014, 2017
Can Leandro 2023 La Vella
$37.9980% Merseguera, 15% Malvasia, 5% Tortosi
Opulent with excellent acidity. A delightful nose of pineapple with a suggestion of banana. Medium-bodied palate with tropical and stone fruit flavours and a delicious mid-length finish.
Can Leandro 2020 Panxut
$37.99100% Bonicaire (an indigenous Spanish grape)
Fragrant red fruit aromas with hints of currant, ripe strawberries and orange zest. Fresh yet soft on the palate, with mouthwatering herbs tinged with a dash of spice.
Serge Mathieu Tete De Cuvee Brut
$109.9980% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir
The maison’s grand cuvée. During the harvest, the finest grapes from the top vineyard sites are selected and only the first press juice is used. It is generous and harmonious, with fine, delicate citrus notes on the palate.
Monterail 2021 Costieres De Nimes
$21.99Dense and deep red with purple highlights. The nose is ripe with red fruit compote, mixed with a touch of spice. The full bodied mouthfeel and harmonious palate is loaded with ripe fruit and silky tannins with an excellent lengthy finish. This beautiful Rhône is an ideal accompaniment to grilled meats and Mediterranean cuisine.
Padro & Co Rojo Amargo
$44.99Smooth and full-bodied with fresh sensations of orange, followed by a round, intense palate and reminiscent of tobacco, chinchona bark and honeyed caramel. Vermouth made from a unique infusion of aromatic herbs and aged in the barrel before bottling.
Pelle 2019 Menetou- Salon Morogues
$49.99Made from several parcels in the village of Morogues. Practicing organic, soils are plowed and completely hand-harvested. Aged in a combo of 70% tank and 30% wood (foudres and used 400L barrels) and for 11 months.
A classic style that is released ready to drink. Quite aromatic on the nose with a rich and powerful palate, quite full bodied for a Sauvignon Blanc and makes a great alternative to Sancerre.
Sao Joao 2017 Reserva Bruto Gold
$33.99Bical, Chardonnay, Maria Gomes and Arinto. Creamy and bright… citrus lime and orange blossom. Impressive length and a subtle chalky minerality. Delightfully refreshing!
Antonio Scala 2021 Ciro Rosato
$36.99One of the most interesting pink wines we’ve come across. 100% Gaglioppo from 30 year old vineyard located in Cirò (Crotone district), with a south/south-east exposure – sand and clay soil. Juicy, spicy and ripe, it offers a delightful nose of red cherry, raspberry and aromatic herbs. Finishes long and mineral with a mouth-watering a sweet and sour tang.
An outstanding Rosato showcasing just how suited Gaglioppo is to making pink wines.
Pelle 2018 Salon Rouge Morogues
$49.99100% Pinot Noir grown on Kimmeridgian marl and limestone. Aged in a combo of 70% wood *Foudres and used 400L barrels) and 30% tank for 12 months.
The terroir of the village of Morogues combined with strict vineyard practices results in a beautiful Pinot that would not be out of place in a tasting of Volnays.
Don Quintin Ortega 2021 Rioja Blanco
$39.9980-year-old vines: 90% Viura, 5% Garnacha Blanca, 5% Malvasia
A fruit bouquet dominates the nose tempered with spicy notes of barrique. The palate is rich yet nuanced, with well-balanced acidity.
93 Points – Tim Atkin
Don Quintin Ortega 2014 Rioja
$59.99100-year-old vines: 80% Tempranillo, 20% Garnacha
Deep ruby red. Balsamic aromas tickle the nose, tempered with candied fruit and graphite minerality. The palate displays great intensity, elegant tannins, and a lingering finish.
94 Points – Wine Spectator