Product Description
Vadio, Bairrada Branco 2014
90 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
"The 2014 Branco was recently seen in Bairrada, but it is revisited this issue since this is the first stateside appearance, and it has had some time to calm down. A blend of 20% Bical and 80% Cercial, the Bical component only was aged for six months in used French oak (the Cercial in stainless steel). Tight, fresh and aromatic, this is better than ever now, crisp on the mouthwatering finish, focused and penetrating. Very aromatic as well, it is fresh and enticing at the moment. It should have the stuffing and acidity to age well."
Cesconi, Manzoni Bianco Vigneti delle Dolomiti 2013
An abundant body is filled with notes of allspice, pear, and honeysuckle, with a touch of vanilla. Pairs nicely with spicyand flavorful dishes such as Thai curry or barbeque.
Bodegas Castano, Monastrell 2014
90 points Vinous
“On the palate, lively, sharply focussed raspberry and cherry-cola flavors are underscored by a pronounced mineral quality and building spiciness. Silky tannins give shape to a long, incisive finish. This vibrant, insanely inexpensive wine was made entirely in stainless steel, with one-third whole clusters.”
Bessey de Boissy, Rouge 2015
This is a blend of 50% Cabernet Franc, 22% Merlot, 20% Malbec, and 8% Tannat. There is an interesting aroma profile of rich plums and freshly baked croissants. Flavors are of ripe juicy blackberries and boysenberries along with hints of honey and hawthorn and a refreshing minerality. There is a round and rich medium body, smooth tannins, and good balance.
Michel Gassier, Cercius Rouge 2015
90 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
"A blend of 85% Grenache and 15% Syrah that's brought up all in concrete tanks, the 2015 Côtes du Rhône Cercius is a gorgeous, sexy and seamless Southern Rhone that offers loads of sweet cherry, black raspberries, lavender, licorice and Provencal herbs in its medium to full-bodied. hard to resist style. It goes down way too easy, and is a total steal at the price."
Herdade do Rocim, Vale de Mato 2010
92 points Wine Enthusiast
"From a small parcel of land on the slopes of the Serra de Aire hills, this firm textured, cool-climate wine shows structure and depth. The fruit weight is concentrated with plum and juicy black currant flavors, rotating around a dry core of tannins. Age this complex wine and drink after 2015."
