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Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto

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This Tuscan pioneer created Sassicaia, the revolutionary wine that earned Italy’s first single-estate DOC. What started as one man’s vision for Bordeaux varieties in Bolgheri changed Italian winemaking forever.
While Sassicaia remains their masterpiece, the estate’s Guidalberto and Le Difese offer the same signature balance at more approachable prices. Together, they showcase how one family’s ambition continues to shape modern Italian wine.

Travaglini Gattinara Riserva

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Northern Piedmont is renowned for producing elegant Nebbiolo wines, distinct from the bold styles of Barolo and Barbaresco. The cooler, mountainous terroir of Gattinara and surrounding areas yields refined, aromatic wines with remarkable ageing potential. Among the DOC and DOCG regions in Novara, Vercelli, and Biella provinces, Gattinara stands out for its 100% Nebbiolo wines. Giancarlo Travaglini has championed Gattinara’s legacy over four decades, elevating its reputation globally. These wines, shaped by volcanic soils and alpine freshness, deliver delicate floral notes and earthy complexity, making them a great choice for both seasoned collectors and those simply looking to enjoy something special.

Lapilli Greco di Tufo

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Lapilli, a family-run winery in Campania’s Avellino province, produces elegant wines that reflect the region’s volcanic soils and Mediterranean climate. Their Greco di Tufo DOCG is crafted from high-altitude vineyards, delivering vibrant notes of apricot, pear, peach, and almond with hints of sage and minerality. On the palate, it balances crisp acidity with ripe fruit flavours and a lingering mineral finish. Aged on lees for added complexity, this wine pairs beautifully with seafood, vegetable soups, or white meats.

Domaine Marc Jambon Mâcon-Pierreclos Cuvée Classique

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Stretching from the Côte Chalonnaise to the south of Mâcon city, the Mâconnais vineyards extend for 40km forming a set of hillsides bordered by the Saône and Grosne rivers. In the heart of the Mâcon appellation on clay-limestone soils, the Jambon family has been making wine in Pierreclos since 1750, and their 12ha estate looks down over the valley and towards the emblematic Roche de Solutré.
Pierre Antoine Jambon ran the domaine until he was joined a couple of years ago by his childhood friend Michel Prudhon. Committed to growing healthy vines, they practice environmentally friendly viticulture, yields are deliberately kept low for the region and the grass is encouraged to grow between the rows of vines.
All the wines come from slow spontaneous fermentation, the use of sulphites has been moderated and cuve ageing on fine lees is carried out for 6 to 8 months.

Domaine Arlaud Bourgogne Rouge Oka

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Domaine Arlaud, a biodynamic pioneer in Morey-Saint-Denis, crafts harmonious Burgundy wines. The Bourgogne Rouge Oka, named after their plow horse, is made from 40-year-old Pinot Noir vines. Aged in older oak barrels, it showcases bright red fruit aromas like raspberry and summer berries, with a silky texture and fine tannins. This approachable yet elegant wine embodies the estate’s commitment to natural viticulture and precise craftsmanship.

Château Lamothe Bouscaut Blanc Pessac Léognan

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Crafted in Cadaujac’s gravel-clay soils, this white Bordeaux blend (80% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Sémillon) hails from 35-year-old vines managed sustainably by Sophie Lurton and Laurent Cogombles. Hand-harvested grapes undergo 24-hour chilling before barrel fermentation (30% new oak) and eight months ageing on fine lees with monthly bâtonnage. The wine reveals a pale gold hue with aromas of citrus, acacia, and toasted almonds, layered with hints of asparagus. On the palate, creamy textures balance vibrant acidity, offering baked apricot, peach, and candied orange zest, finishing with subtle oak spice. Certified organic, it embodies Pessac-Léognan’s signature richness and minerality, ideal with grilled seafood or roasted poultry.

Domaine Robert Ampeau Meursault 1er Cru Perrières

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From the esteemed Perrières vineyard in Meursault, Domaine Robert Ampeau’s 2002 vintage showcases refined Chardonnay elegance. Aromas of lemon, hazelnut, and beeswax lead to a crisp palate with vibrant acidity and minerality. Aged in oak barrels for complexity, this wine pairs beautifully with seafood or creamy dishes.

Cantina Andriano Pinot Bianco Finado

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Cantina Andriano, founded in 1893 in Alto Adige, is South Tyrol’s oldest cooperative winery, now part of Cantina Terlano. Their Pinot Bianco Finado is crafted from vineyards on calcareous clay and dolomite soils at 300–500 meters altitude. Fermented in stainless steel and aged on fine lees for six months, it offers aromas of ripe apple, pear, and subtle floral notes. On the palate, it is soft and harmonious with balanced acidity and a long mineral finish. Perfect as an aperitif or paired with seafood, white meats, or mild cheeses, this elegant wine reflects the unique terroir of the region.

Beyerskloof Eerste Ry Cabernet Sauvignon

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This distinguished Cabernet hails from Beyerskloof’s premium “”First Row”” vineyard blocks, where founder Beyers Truter applies his legendary expertise to South Africa’s noble Bordeaux variety.
The 2019 vintage reveals classic Stellenbosch character, aromas of ripe cassis and pencil shavings give way to a structured yet approachable palate of blackcurrant, dark chocolate and a hint of dried herbs. Matured in French oak, it shows remarkable balance between fruit concentration and refined tannins, offering both immediate appeal and cellar-worthy depth.

Domaine Amiot-Servelle Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Charmes

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Domaine Amiot-Servelle, situated in the prestigious village of Chambolle-Musigny, is renowned for its dedication to producing wines of exceptional finesse and depth. The estate, rooted in the family’s tradition, combines meticulous vineyard practices with a light touch in the cellar, allowing the terroir to truly shine. Their Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Charmes is a remarkable expression of the village’s elegance, offering a refined balance of silky tannins, delicate fruit, and floral notes. With a commitment to sustainability and respect for tradition, Domaine Amiot-Servelle crafts wines that are both beautifully structured and finely detailed.