This wine has an intense cherry colour with slight garnet edge. On the nose, the aromas are powerful and complex, with notes of ripe fruit and fine cocoa. Fleshy on the palate, this wine is velvety, with ripe tannins and good acidity.
2020 was a year with very unique weather conditions. There was little rainfall over the winter, and a cold start to the spring led to some issues with flowering and fruit set, resulting in slightly lower yields and loose berry clusters. A heatwave in June and July forced some vines to shut down, further reducing yields. Berry ripening progressed more quickly than usual and harvest occurred more than two weeks earlier than in 2018.
‘La Rocca’ is golden yellow in the glass, with intense, concentrated perfumes that follow through to the palate. On the nose, classic ‘La Rocca’ aromas of nuts and exotic fruits lead to an elegant and beautifully balanced palate, with notes of spice and a light minerality on the long finish.
The 2022 vintage was characterized by a winter without significant rainfall, both snowy and rainy, and mild temperatures that led to an early but always dry spring. Prolonged below-average temperatures over the spring caused slow and stunted bud burst, followed by high temperatures in June which necessitated emergency irrigation in some vineyards where both the scarcity of substrate and the drainage capacity of the soil have made irrigation vital. Due to the difficult conditions, the bunches were smaller, both in size and yield, however the 2022 vintage shows great balance and a pleasant minerality.
This wine is dark ruby in colour. On the nose, there are intense aromas of cherry and rose with hints of amarena, wild berries, wet stone, mint and thyme. The palate is full-bodied, radiant and expressive with ripe tannins and a long, smooth finish.
2018 was marked by copious flowering, gradual ripening and one of the latest harvests of the past decade. The rainfall was abundant, especially in May, providing strong water reserves for the growing period. Harvesting of Nebbiolo took place at the end of October. The late harvest meant that the grapes were able to ripen at their own, gradual pace, developing complex varietal characteristics and red-fruit aromas. It is a favourable year for the best exposed sites and for high elevation and well-ventilated vineyards. The wines are fragrant with fine tannins and a balance reminiscent of 2004.
La Giustiniana Gavi di Gavi 2023 is straw-yellow in colour with a greenish hue, this wine delights with aromas of white fruit, stone fruit and lime zest, which are immediately beguiling and followed by a subtle yet persistent bouquet of green apples. The palate is well-balanced with a fresh acidity and impressive structure. Almond notes linger on the finish.
This wine has fragrant violet and red fruit aromas on the nose and a palate bursting with bright fruit and supple tannins. It is an elegant wine with a long, persistent finish, and the typical delicacy of the Fleurie appellation.
The 2023 vintage in Beaujolais was generally a very warm year, reminiscent of 2015, 2020 and 2022. Yields were lower than usual due to frost issues in the spring. However, it was a case of quality over quantity, with a small harvest of exceptional fruit with great concentration of flavour. Harvest began at the end of August.
Pale straw with lime green hues. Vibrant aromas of white rose, almond blossom, lime leaf and white peach, with hints of jasmine. The palate is intense and pure with flavours of lemon rind and white stone fruit, balanced by fine acidity and finishing with an excellent length.
This Zinfandel has aromas of ripe blackberries, black cherry and sweet spices. The palate is full-bodied with ripe tannins and bold fruit, tempered by well-integrated oak.
The 2022 growing season resulted in excellent quality fruit. After years of drought, substantial winter rain developed excellent water reserves. This was essential, as spring brought very dry weather. Summer saw some extreme heat which was followed by mid-September rains. These rains cooled the fruit to extend the ripening period and slow harvest. As the grapes had extra time on the vine, concentrated flavours developed which resulted in wines with excellent structure.
Deliciously aromatic with scents of honeydew melon and orange blossom, delicately infused with herb botanicals. A bright expression of Sauvignon Blanc, with juicy lemon and steely cassis flavours and a generously textured palate garnished with a flourish of pastis and wildflowers. It is a wine with impressive structure and depth.
A relatively dry winter was followed by unsettled spring conditions, including isolated frosts. Minimal damage was sustained, but the intermittent cold nights continued well into spring, disrupting flowering and causing low berry numbers and millerandage (uneven berry size) in some varieties. As summer progressed, El Niño brought its signature warm, dry conditions. Extremely low rainfall was recorded throughout the summer, to the point of a drought being declared in mid-March. Bunch numbers were low across the region from the outset and the hot, dry summer condensed berry size, so reduced yields were inevitable. Fortunately the loose bunches reduced disease risk and resulted in immaculately clean, ripe fruit. Sauvignon Blanc ripeness levels were excellent across all sites. Cooler nights in February stretched out the ripening and led to wonderfully crisp acidity. 2024 saw pristine fruit with generous depth of flavour.
Curatolo Arini was founded in 1875 by Vito Curatolo Arini. The estate is currently run by the fifth generation of the Curatolo family, making Curatolo Arini the oldest family-owned Marsala producer still in existence. Alberto Antonini is the winery’s consultant winemaker. His influence is evident in the wines, combining the richness that Sicily can easily provide with the freshness only someone with Alberto’s experience can retain. Thanks to the favourable climate in Sicily, consistency in quality can also be assured from vintage to vintage.
This is an elegant Sauvignon Blanc with signature aromas of blackcurrant leaf and flint on the nose, with subtle orange blossom notes. The palate is fresh with a racy acidity alongside lychee, pineapple, and tangy fresh lime flavours.
The 2023 vintage was characterised by low yields and early ripening, resulting in wines of excellent concentration and marked freshness, particularly in the whites. Late-season rain delayed ripening on reds, leading to challenges, but increased flavour development and elegance.
Deep ruby red in colour, this wine has intense aromas of ripe raspberry and blackcurrant on the nose, along with spicy notes of cinnamon and pepper. The palate is full-bodied with concentrated flavours of cassis, raspberry and tobacco and a lifted acidity. Silky tannins linger on the long, persistent finish.
The 2022 vintage in Bordeaux was characterised by hot and dry conditions throughout the growing season, with temperatures from February onwards consistently above average and levels of rainfall consistently below average. Budbreak came early, with some April frosts following this. Flowering, fruit set and veraison were even and normal. Despite the lack of water, the vines managed to retain good health right up until harvest, which began earlier than usual.
This Marlborough Sauvignon has expressive aromatics, showing grapefruit, Meyer lemon, and subtle notes of wet stone. The palate is well-rounded with flavours of passion and stone fruit, sweet herbal hints and fine-boned acidity on the finish.
The 2023 vintage began with a very wet winter which hindered vineyard management in early spring. Late spring was drier and more settled, leading to good growth. The wide range of temperatures and frequent rain events had some impact during fruit set, with some latent botrytis within the bunches. Proactive disease management throughout the spring and summer successfully minimised threats to the fruit and the cold nights enabled the fruit to retain natural acidity. The resulting harvest was of excellent quality, proving this to be a great vintage despite the challenges.
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