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Cozy Up: South American Winter Reds

Cozy Up: South American Winter Reds

Sep 13, 2024 |

When the temperature drops, there’s nothing like a wine that wraps you in warmth and comfort—cue our selections to accompany this holiday season. A rich, velvety Malbec and an earthy Carmenere blend are true winter companions that tango perfectly with hearty meals or quiet evening in. Whether you’re curling up with a book or hosting a festive gathering, they are easy-to-drink yet deep, an intriguing duo.

Matias Riccitelli Tinto de la Casa 2019: This rich, modern Malbec is like the Meryl Streep of wines—elegant, versatile, and captivating. Its deep purple color catches the eye, the floral and spicy aromas draw you in. Made from grapes grown in Mendoza’s Las Compuertas and Gualtallary regions (high altitude + minerality), it offers a perfect balance of freshness, soft tannins, and subtle oak. It is fun yet doesn’t take itself too seriously, making it a great candidate for any holiday occasion (and wine lover). 

Gryphus Blend 2019: With nearly 6 years of evolution, this lush vino tinto is full of juiciness and balance. Made from a limited production of 4,400 bottles, this is not your typical Chilean red blend. Its uniqueness stems from the 50% Carmenere base with the unusual, and delicious, addition of 25% Petit Verdot and 25% Petite Syrah to add fruitiness, depth, and spiciness. With notes of dark fruits and berries, chocolate, vanilla, and smooth, silky tannins bound together by a bright acidity, it’s the perfect partner for pizza, pastas, soups, duck confit, and stews in the winter.

Both of these wines hit the holy wine trifecta of high acid, low alcohol and are driven by minerality (complexity) in addition to being sustainably grown by humans we know with minimal use of sulfites. 

Here’s what’s included:

  • 6 bottles (750cc) of wine: 3 of each wine*
  • Deliciousness and memories made with every sip

*Taxes calculated at checkout and there’s a flat fee of USD$35 for ground shipping within the continental US (per case of 6 bottles)

Terms & conditions of sales purchase. By purchasing, you agree to them.

 

South American Holiday Bubbly

South American Holiday Bubbly

Dec 2, 2024 |

This holiday season, elevate your celebrations with sparkling wines from Chile & Argentina as an accessible alternative to champagne and path of discovery into new wines. Made by two small producers who veer classical in their style, both bubblies are crafted with precision and aged to perfection with crisp minerality, vibrant citrus flavors, those ‘toasty’ notes we love, and a dryness that appeals to purists (and everyone else, too). Whether paired with oysters, creamy cheeses, or simply enjoyed as a toast, these wines are a fun twist for festivities.

Cruzat Nature Cuvee Reserve NV: From the iconic Cruzat winery in Mendoza, Argentina, the project of sparkling wine legend Pedro Grand, this blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay is pure deliciousness in a glass. Aged for 24 months on its lees and another 24 in the bottle, it’s wonderfully dry with just almost no residual sugar and zesty citrus notes, hints of brioche, and a savory, nuanced finish. Perfect for those who love clean, precise wines, it goes great with virtually everything from creamy cheeses to lobster or chocolate truffles. 

Aquitania Sol de Sol Brut Nature NV: This sparkling wine is a shining example of why it’s been called the “Champagne of Chile.”French in style due to its founders yet hailing from southern Traiguén region, this bubbly embodies elegance and balance in every sip. A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it’s dry, crisp and has fine, persistent bubbles. With no added sugar and 24 months aging on the lees in French oak, it mirrors the sophistication of classic Champagne while showcasing the Chile’s distinctive minerality. What to pair? Anything, everything, nothing (enjoy it alone)!

Here’s what’s included:

  • 6 bottles (750cc) of wine: 3 of each wine*
  • Deliciousness and memories made with every sip

*Taxes calculated at checkout. Flat fee of USD$35 for ground shipping within the continental US (per case of 6 bottles)

Terms & conditions of sales purchase. By purchasing, you agree to them.

 

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