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750ml
Bottle: $79.94
The super austere, sharp and mineral 2020 Atalier La Encrucijada reminded me of the first Leirana wines (that were...
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750ml
Bottle: $11.70
Broad and creamy on the palate but trimmed by well-cut acidity, this balanced white shows a pleasing range of baked...
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Bottle: $19.20
White
750ml
Bottle: $21.60
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A fruity white with sliced apples, fresh pears, peaches and lemons on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with tangy...
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White
750ml
Bottle: $29.94
12 bottles: $29.34
A vibrant white, exhibiting passion fruit, orange peel and elderflower flavors. Tails off on the mouthwatering...
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750ml - Case of 12
Bottle: $23.72
A refreshing summer wine! This Vermentino is fragrant with Mediterranean fruit and has a certain minerally, lightly...
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750ml - Case of 3
Bottle: $204.43
This is still quite aromatically closed for now, though some tobacco, cedar, crème anglaise and pineapple can be...
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750ml - Case of 6
Bottle: $68.35
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750ml - Case of 12
Bottle: $104.00
Even better, the 2020 Châteauneuf Du Pape Pure Roussanne (100% Roussanne) offers a vibrant, clean, medium to...
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750ml - Case of 6
Bottle: $98.59
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750ml - Case of 12
Bottle: $65.79
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750ml - Case of 6
Bottle: $77.28
A lovely, dense 100% Roussanne from a parcel in the northern end of the appellation in Chavanay and three smaller...
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750ml - Case of 6
Bottle: $57.13

Albarino Altesse Mencia Vermentino 2020 750ml

The pale skinned grapes of the Albarino varietal have been grown in and around Spain and Portugal for almost a thousand years, where they are highly enjoyed and prized by the locals for their distinctive aroma, and sharp, tart acidity levels. Over the past century, their influence has spread to the New World, and many vineyards keen to emulate the white wines of Spain have had considerable success with this varietal. The light bodied wines which are produced from the Albarino grapes have wonderfully aromatic properties, and carry ripe flavors of soft summer fruits, apricot and peach, with a mild and pleasantly bitter after taste brought on by their thick skins. Because of their acidic nature, they are a fantastic match for many Spanish foods, and are best served chilled on a hot day.

The Vermintino grape varietal has been grown in northern Italy for centuries, but is perhaps most closely associated with the island of Corsica, where it is the most widely planted grape varietal and is one of the key flagship grapes on the island. Thought to have originated in Spain, the Vermentino grape quickly spread to other countries, and is now found in many parts of Mediterranean Europe and the New World. The grape itself is prized by wineries due to the crispness of its acids, and the wide bouquet of refreshing flavors it carries. Most commonly, Vermentino is known for holding flavors of green apple and lime, and for having a relatively light body with a low alcohol content. As such, it makes a perfect match for a wide range of foods, and is particularly popular when paired with shellfish.