100% Grenache Blanc (Garnacha Blanco) Spain, Catalunya, Priorat Some people browse bookstores and gift shops when they visit new places—I visit wine shops. On a recent trip, I stumbled upon the last bottle of Costers del Priorat Blanc de Closos and couldn’t resist my curiosity. Costers del Priorat is a distinguished, organically driven winery tucked into the steep, slate-rich slopes (“costers”) of El Molar in Catalonia’s… Read more →
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Made from 55% old vine Mataro and 45% old vine Grenache, Ode to Lulu is Bedrock’s heartfelt tribute to the Bandol rosés they adore—most especially Domaine Tempier, named in honor of the legendary Lulu Peyraud, the iconic force behind the revival of Mourvèdre in Bandol and a symbol of Provençal hospitality.
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The Can Sumoi estate, set 600 meters above sea level in the Montmell Massif, has been an agricultural farm since 1645. Today, it stands as a model for low-intervention wines that honor their origin and centuries-old tradition.
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In the glass, the wine shines with a golden hue and offers a lifted bouquet of honeyed apricot, white peach, and golden apple, laced with floral notes of chamomile and white blossoms. Chalky minerality and a faint salinity add complexity and precision.
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Discerning wine shops are stepping up to meet this challenge with a smart approach: weekly free wine tastings. These events, often featuring a curated selection of new releases from renowned producers alongside reliable everyday bottles, give customers a chance to taste before buying.
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Crafted in a classic style by one of the Loire’s most respected producers, this wine hails from biodynamically farmed vineyards near Montrichard and Chissay-en-Touraine, north of the Cher River. It offers remarkable complexity and finesse for the appellation
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Bursting with notes of juicy blackberry, raspberry jam, a pinch of cracked pepper, and a hint of oak, it’s plush, fruit-forward, and practically made for the grill.
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If you’re looking for a crisp, bright white that feels tailor-made for warm afternoons, porch sipping, and grilled summer dinners, let me introduce you to a standout that’s flying under the radar: Château Paradis Essenciel Blanc (2023).
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G.D. Vajra is a family-run winery located in the village of Vergne, within the Barolo region of Piedmont, Italy. Established in 1972 by Aldo Vajra, the estate is named after his father, Giuseppe Domenico Vajra. The winery is renowned for its commitment to organic farming practices, having been one of the first in the Barolo region to adopt such methods in 1971.
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Nestled in Portugal’s verdant Basto subregion of Vinho Verde, Quinta da Raza is a historic estate founded in 1791.Situated on the right bank of the Tâmega River, the vineyard spans 50 hectares and cultivates native grape varieties such as Azal, Arinto, Padeiro, and Vinhão.
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Authentic, heartfelt and refined wine from clay pots. This small project, rich in history and tradition, revives the art and culture of winemaking of the Phoenicians, Greeks and Romans. It is in Vila de Frades, in the heart of Vigueira, that the couple Teresa and João keep the flame of this thousand-year-old tradition alive.
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The D’Anguera family has farmed the same vineyard in Montsant since 1820, making them true stewards of the land. With seven generations of winemaking tradition, Joan and Josep D’Anguera carry forward a legacy of innovation.
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