May 23, 2018
Brilliantly ruby-hued, this native Austrian variety is a lovely Pinot Noir alternative with just a bit more grip and power. Producer: IBY Region: Burgenland, Austria Grapes: 100% Blaufränkisch Price: $16.00
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A pure, perfectly balanced expression of one of Italy’s most important grapes from an overlooked region. Producer: Noelia Ricci Region: Emilia-Romagna, Italy Grapes: 100% Sangiovese Price: $20
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This crowd-pleasing bottle departs from Vinho Verde’s ubiquity with deep minerality and the freshest citrus fruit around. Producer: Quinta do Ameal Region: Minho, Vinho Verde, Portugal Grapes: 100% Loureiro Price: $19.00
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Deliciously complex, this is an everyday treat from a rising star in the heart of one of France’s most iconic regions. Producer: Anne-Sophie Dubois Region: Fleurie, Beaujolais, France Grapes: 100% Gamay Price: $23.00
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A fresh take on Garnacha (aka Grenache) from an up-and-coming region that toes the line between elegance and rusticity. Producer: Bernabeleva Region: Madrid, Spain Grapes: 100% Grenache Price: $18
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“Fresh and exuberant, it’s a youthful expression,” says Oleana Sommelier Sarah Marshall. Medium bodied with well-integrated tannin, vibrant acidity gives the wine balance and finesse. Red berry fruits unfold on the palate, balanced by earthy notes of black pepper, mint, and smoke on the nose. “The perfect BBQ wine,” Marshall says.
Read More March 28, 2018 1 Comment
From 100% Refosk, this wine is dark violet in the glass. Though the color and the meaty nose suggest a more powerful wine, it’s all finesse on the palate, with lively wild berry fruit, fresh herbs, and a fine mineral finish. Firm tannins give structure without overwhelming the ultimate elegance of the expression. Hayes suggests a pairing with a simple meal of grilled steak and a spring green salad.
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A vibrant fuschia color in the glass! Beautifully ripe red currant and black plum notes are at the core of this approachable red, but an earthy complexity keeps it interesting. Freshness on the palate with fine, structured tannin. A great wine for Sunday night roasts or Wednesday night pizza.
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Deep and dark in the glass, with dark plum and ripe black cherry notes on the nose. A Cabernet-like herbal expression with a hint of warm spice and roasted fruit on the finish lends richness to the palate. Though full-bodied, the finish is fresh, making it an ideal pairing for fatty pork chops, or your first BBQ of the season.
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