{"title":"WINE IN STOCK : TOTAL TASTING ROOM \u0026 WAREHOUSE","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"g-d-vajra-moscato-dasti-2025","title":"G.D. Vajra, Moscato d'Asti 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariety: Moscato\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe G.D. Vajra winery was created in 1972 by Aldo and Milena Vaira, initially from vineyards planted by Aldo’s father in 1947. The winery was named for Aldo’s father, Giuseppe Domenico Vajra, because at the time Aldo was not old enough to establish the winery in his own name. Today the family has 40 hectares under vine in Barolo and other surrounding appellations. Their prized holdings in Bricco delle Viole were planted in 1949 by Aldo’s grandfather. Milena and Aldo’s three children – Giuseppe, Francesca, and Isidoro – are all involved in the family winery operation situated in the village of Vergne. The family is hard-working, passionate, and caring. Their focus is on building something for their children, caring about the community, and cementing the stories of the regions’ past. The family is longtime friends of Hart \u0026amp; Cru. They continue to uphold their passion for quality wine and the people who surround them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a classic Moscato from the village of Asti in Piedmont. Made in the frizzante way with a slight fizz, lower alcohol, and natural sweetness with a floral backbone running through it. As Guiseppe Vajra has said, \"this Moscato D'Asti is the Redbull of Piedmont.\" \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531664244759,"sku":"Italian:IT021GV015-25","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/VajraMoscatod_Asti-01.jpg?v=1615311219"},{"product_id":"tenuta-di-carleone-chianti-classico-tuscany-italy-2023","title":"Tenuta di Carleone, Chianti Classico 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eVariety: Sangiovese\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eTenuta Carleone di Castiglioni was first mentioned in the year 1078 when monks first founded it in Chianti, named for the village of Castiglioni meaning “small castle.” The property is a romantic vision of wooded hills, rivers, and fertile plains. Nestled in between the hills are the Sangiovese vines and olive trees. Though the property was farmed for hundreds of years, it did not become the winery of Tenuta di Carleone until 2012. Karl Egger and Sean O’Callaghan both operate the winery with a clear vision, making Sangiovese in a classic way, though with Sean’s twist. Nothing is added to the wine, grappa, or cold-pressed olive oils. Keep an eye on their other Sangiovese expressions, Il Guercio, Uno, Chianti Classico, and their grappa of Sangiovese named “Zero.”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531854790679,"sku":"Italian:IT102TC009\/6-23","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/files\/Tenuta_di_Carleone_Chianti_Classico_2021_a84b5881-5e68-4ca8-9ca2-107e88750a29.jpg?v=1713884722"},{"product_id":"cos-cerasuolo-di-vittoria-classico-vittoria-sicily-italy-2021","title":"COS, Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eVariety: Nero d'Avola, Frappato\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGiusto Occhipinti of COS is one of the most critical names in Italy. COS was founded by three friends to make traditional wine with respect for the place the grapes are grown. During their first harvest in 1980, they were the youngest wine producers in Italy. The acronym of their three last names forms “COS.” They were early adopters to Biodynamic farming, starting a movement on the island, which are still golden standards. The friends are hard workers, using an old winery given to them by a family friend and opting to use terracotta vases for ageing, a completely neutral vessel. Sicily has just one DOCG—Cerasuolo di Vittoria; the friends were the first winery to bottle a DOCG wine in Sicily. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCOS is located in Vittoria, the farthest tip of southeastern Sicily. The area recalls that of Africa, with its climate and land of red, ochre, and yellow tones. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFermentation begins in concrete followed by ageing in Slavonian oak for 18 months, and then another year in bottle before it’s released. This wine can go into the cellar, though can still be enjoyed now. It is smooth and delicate, pairing well with many Mediterranean dishes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531854888983,"sku":"Italian:IT202AAC015-22","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/COS_CerasuolodiVittoriaClassico_Vittoria_Sicily_Italy2018.jpg?v=1590529946"},{"product_id":"cos-pithos-rosso-vittoria-sicily-italy-2024","title":"COS, Pithos Rosso 2024","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eVariety: Nero d’Avola\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGiusto Occhipinti of COS is one of the most critical names in Italy. COS was founded by three friends to make traditional wine with respect for the place the grapes are grown. During their first harvest in 1980, they were the youngest wine producers in Italy. The acronym of their three last names forms “COS.” They were early adopters to Biodynamic farming, starting a movement on the island, which are still golden standards. The friends are hard workers, using an old winery given to them by a family friend and opting to use terracotta vases for ageing, a completely neutral vessel. Sicily has just one DOCG—Cerasuolo di Vittoria; the friends were the first winery to bottle a DOCG wine in Sicily. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCOS is located in Vittoria, the farthest tip of southeastern Sicily. The area recalls that of Africa, with its climate and land of red, ochre, and yellow tones. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is Nero d’Avola coming from an estate vineyard in Vittoria from red soils. The wine is aged in amphora, a clay jar classically used for ancient Mediterranean wines. It is followed by 2-3 months in concrete and then another 3 months in bottle before release. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531854921751,"sku":"Italian:IT202AAC011-24","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/COS_PithosRosso_Vittoria_Sicily_Italy2018.jpg?v=1590529871"},{"product_id":"gd-vajra-ns-della-neve-brut-metodo-classico-rosato","title":"G.D. Vajra, N.S. Della Neve, Brut, Metodo Classico Rosato NV","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eVariety: Nebbiolo and Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe G.D. Vajra winery was created in 1972 by Aldo and Milena Vaira, initially from vineyards planted by Aldo’s father in 1947. The winery was named for Aldo’s father, Giuseppe Domenico Vajra, because at the time Aldo was not old enough to establish the winery in his own name. Today the family has 40 hectares under vine in Barolo and other surrounding appellations. Their prized holdings in Bricco delle Viole were planted in 1949 by Aldo’s grandfather. Milena and Aldo’s three children – Giuseppe, Francesca, and Isidoro – are all involved in the family winery operation situated in the village of Vergne. The family is hard-working, passionate, and caring. Their focus is on building something for their children, caring about the community, and cementing the stories of the regions’ past. The family is longtime friends of Hart \u0026amp; Cru. They continue to uphold their passion for quality wine and the people who surround them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe story behind the wine began with Thomas Jefferson when he was French ambassador and often traveled to Piedmont. During his visits, he drank Nebbiolo and proclaimed that it was as brisk as Champagne. The Vajra family later challenged this statement by making a wine with both Nebbiolo and the Champagne grape, Pinot Noir, as its blend. This bottle gets its name from the chapel that sits on the slopes of the vineyards: “Nostra Signora Della Neve” which means \"Our Lady of the Snow\" referring to the barren soil which still produces beautiful fruit from this site.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31531855413271,"sku":"Italian:IT024GV001-NV","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/files\/G.D._Vajra_N.S._Della_Neve_Brut_Metodo_Classico_Rosato_NV.jpg?v=1791404981"},{"product_id":"hirsch-vineyards-pinot-noir-san-andreas-fault-sonoma-coast-california-2023","title":"Hirsch Vineyards, Pinot Noir San Andreas Fault 2023","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eVariety: Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eStand above the fog line and glimpse the power of the Pacific at 1500 ft. elevation and you’ll begin to understand what attracted David Hirsch to his extreme site back in 1980. Hirsch was not born into the wine world. Rather he was a lover of pinot noir, more specifically Burgundy, to which I can very much relate. Buying and selling textiles between the US and France, he reached a turning point. The lure of a quiet farm life with his family brought him to Fort-Ross Seaview, on the Sonoma coast, just three hours from San Francisco. The property sits on a ridge line, cleared of redwoods and fir trees with a climate that is incredibly coastal. Straddling the San Andreas Fault, the soils are intensely complex. Most world class vineyard sites are known for only having a few soils. Hirsch, on the other hand, has 44 different soil types. It should come as no surprise that this is one of the most expressive and important vineyards in the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003eSan Andreas Fault\u003cspan\u003e Estate Pinot Noir is the flagship wine from Hirsch, and the wine that represents the summation of the complex vineyard. David Hirsch says if you drink only one of his wines this should be it. It's 100% estate and 100% Hirsch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532012568599,"sku":"USA:CA02HV013-23","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/HirschVineyards_PinotNoir_SanAndreasFault_SonomaCoast_California2.jpg?v=1590529465"},{"product_id":"presquile-winery-pinot-noir-santa-barbara-california-2024","title":"Presqu'ile Winery, SBC Pinot Noir 2024","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eVariety: Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eAccording to Matt Murphy, co-founder, and president of Presqui’le winery, the greatest wineries are multigenerational family endeavors. In fact, the family is very close and loves doing things together, including his sister Anna, the enologist. Anna and Matt both grew up around the family’s farm in Louisiana, which was the forerunner for their interest in winemaking. Dieter Cronje, winemaker for Presqu’ile, has quite the prestigious resumé. While on a mission to gain a more global perspective, he did an exchange program with the University of Bordeaux and traveled extensively through Burgundy and Champagne to gain more understanding of Pinot Noir. After working with Matt Murphy at the Ambullneo winery and sharing many late-night bottles of Burgundy, they realized they worked well together. Matt then decided that Dieter would be a great fit as winemaker for Presqu’ile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eThis vintage began wet with lots of rain, but an extended ripening time ensured decent fruit. This pinot was fermented with native yeast in stainless steel and spends 11 months in French oak and 6 months in stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532013387799,"sku":"USA:CA02PQ001-24","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/Presqu_ileWinery_PinotNoir_SantaBarbaraCounty_California.jpg?v=1647529040"},{"product_id":"hild-elbling-sekt-brut-nv","title":"Hild, Elbling Sekt Brut NV","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariety: Elbling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you think about the Upper Mosel, forget everything you think you know about it. In this region, you won’t find any slate or Riesling. Winemaker Matthias Hild is bucking the trends and pushing the envelope. He operates at his own pace and on his own terms. He marches to the beat of his own drum. Conventional wisdom would say he’s crazy for trying to single-handedly save the old, terraced parcels of Elbling, but it's so charming. The returns on an investment like this are so slim that they make no business sense, though it’s moves like these that make winemakers like Hild so intriguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is Elbling—the grape of the Upper Mosel coupled with limestone and screaming with acidity, in a rather good way. The wine is treated in a way not unlike Champagne. It spends 9-18 months on the lees, with a bit of dosage (sugar) added, then it is disgorged just as a Champagne would be.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532013748247,"sku":"German:DE014HE001-NV","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/Hild_ElblingSektBrut_Mosel_Germany-01.jpg?v=1591297221"},{"product_id":"champagne-laherte-frres-champagne-brut-nature-blanc-de-blancs","title":"Laherte Freres, Brut Nature Blanc de Blanc Champagne NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eVariety: Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThe Laherte brothers, Thierry and Christian, are sixth generation winemakers in the Valle de la Marne of Champagne. Aurelien Laherte represents the seventh generation and has been taking the winery to a new dimension, while still following in the footsteps of his family. They have 75 different plots across Epernay, Vallée de la Marne, and the Cotes des Blancs. The mantra with the family is to let the terroir speak for itself with a deep respect for tradition, heritage, and land. Each example of Laherte Fréres is more stunning than the last, from the Ultradition Extra Brut, a return to basics, or perhaps their Rosé de Meunier, a deep yet refreshing example of artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eThis is the wine that was the discovery of Laherte for us. All the fruit comes from 35-year-old vines from the best parcels in Epernay. Half of the blend is reserve wine from previous vintages. It gets aging on fine lees and in barrels. No dosage is added for this dry and fresh Champagne.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532014239767,"sku":"French:FR124LF003\/6-NV","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/files\/LaherteBrutNature.jpg?v=1777647427"},{"product_id":"laherte-frres-extra-brut-champagne-france-nv","title":"Laherte Freres, Extra Brut Champagne NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eVariety: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Laherte brothers, Thierry and Christian, are sixth generation winemakers in the Valle de la Marne of Champagne. Aurelien Laherte represents the seventh generation and has been taking the winery to a new dimension, while still following in the footsteps of his family. They have 75 different plots across Epernay, Vallée de la Marne, and the Cotes des Blancs. The mantra with the family is to let the terroir speak for itself with a deep respect for tradition, heritage, and land. Each example of Laherte Fréres is more stunning than the last. The Laherte family, with Aurélien at the helm, have earned themselves a reputation as one of the most compelling and revolutionary producers in Champagne. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis Extra Brut is a return to basics using the traditional art of blending all three varieties that Champagne is known for. 40% of the wine is reserved from previous vintages. Aging is done on the fine lees between vats, foudres, and barrels. Just 4.5 grams of sugar are added per liter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532014338071,"sku":"French:FR124LF015\/6-NV","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/LaherteExtraBrut-01.jpg?v=1650561247"},{"product_id":"domaine-robert-chevillon-bourgogne-passetoutgrain-2023","title":"Robert Chevillon, Bourgogne Passetoutgrain 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eVariety: Pinot Noir, Gamay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eAlthough three generations of Robert Chevillon’s family had been involved in the Burgundy wine industry before the Domaine was established, today the winery bears Robert’s name. His sons, Bertrand and Denis, are the 5th generation. Although Robert formally retired in 2003, he remains an active presence in the winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBourgogne Passetoutgrain is another Burgundy appellation with loose restrictions; it includes the grape variety Gamay blended with Pinot Noir. This is a curveball to what you’d expect from the region, but makes for delicious appealing wine meant to be consumed young. 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She’s a one-woman show with a lot of hustle and dedication to farming 15 acres of grapes. She is a quiet, soft-spoken woman, and the wines match her personality. They are laser focused on texture and complexity but not in a way that brashly hits you in the head. The wines are delightful and, and this subtle juice is the brilliance behind the winery. There is restraint which can be the hardest thing to achieve. Her vineyard parcels are from an area in Kamptal called Heiligenstein, and these parcels say a lot about the winery as a whole as the sites are mostly old vine on incredible terroir. Her wines at all price points stand out as best-in-class and hit outside of their category. This alone should make anyone who enjoys Gruner or Riesling seek out her wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOften Gruner Veltliner is made into a full-bodied dry white, but this Gruner stands on its own! 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They have always been surrounded by vineyards and bottles; so it is only natural! There is a complete commitment to nature, yet desire to keep with trends. Though the winery is young, the family continually push themselves to learn new things with each vintage. The wines have very low intervention-no added sulfites and little is done to the wines after their grapes have been pressed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis uses only the Pansa Blanca variety, otherwise known as Xarello. Cava typically is a blended wine, but this Cava goes against many norms. It is made in the traditional method without any added sugar OR sulfites. 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With the calcareous soil full of marine sediment paired with lees and bottle age, the Fiore is a clean, pure Vernaccia with intensity of texture. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31532536889367,"sku":"Italian:IT101MEF002-24","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/MontenidoliVernacciadiSanGimignano_Fiore_-01.jpg?v=1635187813"},{"product_id":"clos-figueres-priorat-spain-2018","title":"Clos Figueras, Priorat 'Clos Figueres' 2019","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eVariety: Garnacha, Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eThe year was 1997. A world-renowned winemaker had just shown Christopher Cannan and his wife, Charlotte, an abandoned vineyard just north of the Gratallops called “Figueres.” That same day, the entire Cannan family piled into their car and followed the winemaker, post-haste, to Barcelona. At a simple café, the Cannan’s purchased the 100-hectare estate. Initially, the terrain of the previously abandoned vineyards had to be prepared for planting. (A nearby grove of century-old olive trees needed to be re-worked as well.) Both undertakings were just the beginning of what would become the Cannan family’s quest. They traveled extensively in their spare time to work under some of the best winemakers in the world. Today, their combination of passion for the property and skill in the cellar sets these wines above the rest. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is ultimately old vine Garnacha and Carignan at its best. While the wine is considered opulent and powerful, often the style of Priorat, there is still French finesse and restraint that comes through in both farming and winemaking. 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Both this classic label  and winemaking are methods of preserving historical European styles, easy to overlook today. The uniqueness of the Costal Chablis project is its exclusivity to the American market. The project began as a simple barrel tasting and eventually resulted in legendary wines. The Chablis speak to a sense of place with purity and finesse. The label keeps its secret here as the wine is actually made by Domaine Jean Collet, one of the most standout producers in Chablis, a family domaine since 1792. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eVaillons is a Premier Cru site, one of Chablis’ most well known vineyards. Vines here are thirty years in age based in the well-known kimmeridgian limestone that represents Chablis. 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Jean-Luc Hubert descended from a long line of sailors who navigated the Gironde river utilizing “scow” boats to transport wine. Alternatively, Catherine came from a long line of winemakers, her great grandfather having acquired Peybonhomme in 1890. Both of their ancestors worked extensively with one another making and transporting wine, unbeknownst to them the union that would one day happen. The kids have grown and now assist in making beautiful, natural wines and following in their parents’ footsteps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Malbec variety was originally a Bordeaux blending grape, but has often been overshadowed by Cabernet and Merlot. Peybonhomme has embraced this variety using their biodynamic principles. It is clear through the name “Quintessence” that the wine exudes perfection and quality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31541447327767,"sku":"French:FR032PB005-22","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/ChateauPeybonhomme-LesTours_QuintessencedePeybonhomme-01.jpg?v=1593795347"},{"product_id":"celler-de-les-aus-merla-alella-2019","title":"Celler De Les Aus, Merla Alella 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariety: Mataro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eThe family behind Alta Alella has spent their entire life dedicated to wine; that would be husband and wife duo Josef and Cristina. They’ve always been surrounded by vineyards and bottles; so it is only natural! There is a complete commitment to nature, yet desire to keep with trends. Though the winery is young, the family continually push themselves to learn new things with each vintage. The wines are very low intervention with no added sulfites; little is done to the wines after the grapes have been pressed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e“Merla” is a unique example of Monastrell for it has been bottled young with only three months in oak, nor is it typically bottled as a single varietal. 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Matilde is passionate about the surrounding terroir of valleys, rivers, winds from the north, and the mountainous areas that makes her wines uniquely their own. Her 3 daughters now help her run the winery. They have been certified organic since 2009.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bardolino growing area is between the base of Lake Garda and Valpolicella, not far from Verona in Northeast Italy. Matile Poggi’s Bardolino contains more Corvina than is normal, with only 20% of the wine being Rondinella. The estate is organic, and the two varieties are fermented separately and then blended, using no oak for aging, as the wine would be overwhelmed by wood. This is an extremely versatile wine, with a body not unlike Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31613354180631,"sku":"Italian:IT072LF001","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/LeFragheBardolinoDOC2019-01.jpg?v=1593022568"},{"product_id":"luigi-baudana-langhe-bianco-dragon-2019","title":"Luigi Baudana, Langhe Bianco Dragon 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariety: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Nascetta \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArriving at Luigi Baudana is akin to entering the garage or basement of an old house in a sleepy European village. It’s shouldered up against the house next door, just down a short driveway and behind an old iron gate. Upon entering, it becomes immediately apparent just how small-scale this venture really is and the scarcity of the wines suddenly makes total sense. Luigi Baudana is one of the last of the old guard producers in Serralunga, Barolo. As Luigi and his wife Fiorina started slowing down, they began to look for a steward for both their vineyard sites (Baudana and Cerretta) as well as their existing wines. Giuseppe Vajra of G.D. Vajra was a natural choice, with an acute understanding towards preserving the soul of these great wines. Giuseppe is now the guardian of Luigi’s cumulative vision, but will also function as the catalyst to propel the vineyards forward, maintaining the highest standards of Barolo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe label is a drawing done by Gianni Gallo, a celebrated Italian artist who was known for his work with wine bottle labels. The Dragon label was one of the last that he made, the Dragon meant to be a symbol of bravery. 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The vines were chosen with the intent of showcasing the mountainous terrain of Avellino to the world.  He produces limited amounts of Fiano, Greco, Falanghina, and Aglianico coming from some of the finest vines in Avellino. Both wine and winemaker share a similar mantra; staying original and faithful to the land with elegance, depth, and minerality. Due to the southern climate of Campania, the wines benefit from longer time on the vine. These coastal wines crave seafood and olive oil based dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt says quite a bit about Sabrino that he opted out of the Fiano di Avellino DOCG classification, opting to make wine on his own terms in favor of the fruit. This is one of the best Fiano wines available. 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Daring to break Napa tradition, Steve and his wife Jill have planted rare, ancient Italian grapes though recognize that Napa loves all the well-known international grapes. A Matthiasson tasting experience, laid out on the picnic table that separates their home from the winemaking operation (with their dog and at least one son stopping by!) shows instantly how the couple reveres the place they farm together. This is real California wine and Matthiasson’s wines are where California wine is headed. Steve Matthiasson is a six-time nominee for a James Beard award, a serious achievement in the wine industry. 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This is a great everyday bottle of white wine. Camporengo Garganega is delicious with first courses of seasonal vegetables and fresh seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31655054540823,"sku":"Italian:IT071LF001-24","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/LeFraghe_Camporengo_GarganegaVenetoIGT-01.jpg?v=1594765179"},{"product_id":"montenidoli-toscana-canaiuolo-rosato-2025","title":"Montenidoli, Toscana Canaiolo Rosato 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eVariety: Canaiolo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate is located just outside of the famed tower city of San Gimignano on the western border of the Chianti zone in Tuscany. 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It was a group of winemakers that brought Priorat back to life, though it was no doubt Rene was the leader. He formed a co-op and released his first wine in 1991, a wine that Robert Parker rated 100 points without second thought. While Priorat has obvious potential, the vines growing from these steep vineyards that can only be worked by hand are not for the faint of heart. Thank you to Rene, Priorat is now a firm place on the world wine map. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine has achieved international recognition. In fact, it is the only wine to have received the prestigious qualification \"Vi de Finca,\" tracing the fruit back to the Clos Mogador vineyard site. It blends the traditional Garnacha and Carignan with the international Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon, which do so well in the soils of Priorat. 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The acronym of their three last names forms “COS.” They were early adopters to Biodynamic farming, starting a movement on the island, which are still golden standards. The friends are hard workers, using an old winery given to them by a family friend and opting to use terracotta vases for ageing, a completely neutral vessel. Sicily has just one DOCG—Cerasuolo di Vittoria; the friends were the first winery to bottle a DOCG wine in Sicily. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCOS is located in Vittoria, the farthest tip of southeastern Sicily. The area recalls that of Africa, with its climate and land of red, ochre, and yellow tones. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis Grecanico comes from the single estate vineyard of Fontane. This vintage spends over one month on its skins in traditional amphora clay pots used in ancient Mediterranean winemaking. We recommend this wine at a slightly warmer temperature than often recommended for white wine, as it drinks more like a light red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"wineCRAFT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32934511378455,"sku":"Italian:IT201AAC001-23","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9076\/4311\/products\/COS_PithosBianco-01.jpg?v=1650396570"},{"product_id":"venica-venica-merlot-2022","title":"Venica \u0026 Venica, Merlot 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety: Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDaniele Venica purchased the plot Ronco del Ceró where he first planted Sauvignon in 1930. 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A world-renowned winemaker had just shown Christopher Cannan and his wife, Charlotte, an abandoned vineyard just north of the Gratallops called “Figueres.” That same day, the entire Cannan family piled into their car and followed the winemaker, post-haste, to Barcelona. At a simple café, the Cannan’s purchased the 100-hectare estate. Initially, the terrain of the previously abandoned vineyards had to be prepared for planting. (A nearby grove of century-old olive trees needed to be re-worked as well.) Both undertakings were just the beginning of what would become the Cannan family’s quest. They traveled extensively in their spare time to work under some of the best winemakers in the world. 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Maxime understands that learning from the greats of the wine world gives you an unprecedented knowledge of the vineyard and winemaking, hence his time spent training with the famed Jean Foillard in Morgon. Truly a naturalist at heart, his wines show the terrior -- pure rock and garrigue, wild herbs and shrubs -- that covers this part of France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnon’s studies in Beaujolais come across clearly in this Carignan forward field blend. In a region where the climate, weather, and rock are apt to produce wines that are cloying, whole cluster carbonic maceration, a technique borrowed from the aforementioned realm of Gamay, lends lift and freshness. 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The story is unexpected; back in 1975, twelve young men joined minds and hearts to begin a cooperative of both agricultural ambitions and humanitarian efforts. The project was aimed to draw in those with drug problems, rehabilitate them through the rewards of biodynamic farming, and reap the benefits of incredible wine, cheese, and other produce. The winery is, in essence, a result of community collaboration far ahead of its time in the hills of Emilia Romagna.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is a traditional pure expression of Lambrusco without the cloying sweetness. Enea uses frozen grape must to help kickstart the fermentation naturally, and boost the aromatics of the resulting wine. 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He makes both “little wines,” which include his entry level bottles. He began making these to attract new customers after consistently running out of his Cornas and St. Joseph wines. Vincent believes that keeping the forests surrounding the appellation should be wild to influence the integrity of the vineyard’s ecosystem. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSaint-Jospeph is a well-known appellation in the northern Rhone region. This wine comes from 10-20 year old vines that only yield about four bunches of grapes per vine, resulting in powerful fruit. Two thirds of the juice is vinified in barrel, the rest in steel. 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But when his father, Girolamo, died, Giuseppe returned in 2005 to make “the best wines (I) can in this exceptional, often challenging but uniquely beautiful area.” Although the Russo family calls the area in and around Passopisciaro home, it is an interesting and dynamic place that is attracting winemakers from the all over the world. The Russos have 26 hectares of land, 15 planted to vineyards and the rest to olives and hazelnut groves. Their vineyards are on the north face of Europe’s largest active volcano, Mount Etna, in the north-eastern corner of Sicily.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is made entirely from Sicily’s main red variety, Nerello Mascalese. It is made from mostly young vines out of the San Lorenzo Contrada, which are perfect for this fresh rose. 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There aren’t many growers who have had the nerve  to follow in Stein’s footsteps, a rare gem. He’s got charisma and everyone just seems to like him. His wines are sourced from the traditional steep slate vineyards in the Mosel. His approach is more so about cut than size.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rose, while impeccably fresh with a snap, crackle, and pop, is the last representation of Mosel wine you’d expect. 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