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A 500L barrel typically made from oak. Oak sources include French, Russian and American Oak.

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A 500L barrel typically made from oak. Oak sources include French, Russian and American Oak. Check out our Q&A with Paul: “How does the percentage of new oak affect wine?” for more on oak.

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Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020

Clos des Papes Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2020

Rhône Blend | Southern Rhône, Châteauneuf du Pape

"A blend of 55% Grenache, 35% Mourvèdre and 10% Syrah and other permitted varieties, the 2020 Chateauneuf du Pape looked exceptional on this day, offering up scents of framboise and kirsch alongside dried flowers and Asian spices. Full-bodied yet weightless, silky and long, this is special stuff, complex and balanced. "The phenolic maturity is there, the sugars are there," Avril said. "No, it won't be like 2019, but I think we will come in around 14.5–15 degrees [of alcohol]. I think, I don'
$310
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$290ea in any 6+
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Vajra Barolo 'Coste di Rose' 2021

Vajra Barolo ‘Coste di Rose’ 2021

Nebbiolo | Piedmont, Barolo

The prettiest of Vajra's four 2021 Barolos. Perfumed and floral with a fine dusting of sophisticated tannin. With time it in bottle it will build generosity and complexity as evidenced by it's evolution in the glass over a few hours. Elegant and sophisticated it has plenty to offer. Fresh and energetic. Great drinking.Paul Kaan, Wine DecodedThe G.D. Vajra 2021 Barolo Coste di Rose (a certified organic wine) is especially fragrant and floral in this vintage. It could be the power of s
$163
$156ea in any 3+
$149ea in any 6+
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Vietti Barolo 'Brunate' JEROBOAM 3L 2021
Cracking Brunate! A very complete wine. Tannins are so refined, even through the front and middle palate. Round chocolateyt mid-palate that tapers a little. Incredibly elegant,  again a poised acid-tannin complex with ripe, layered, silky tannin. Actually builds post swallow. Perfectly ripe and balanced. Incredible length. The core of fruit is insane. Oppulent & exceptional.Paul Kaan, WINE DECODED Sept 2025Brunate is also one of my favorite wines from Vietti (and, boy, is it har
Original price was: $2,740.Current price is: $2,585.
$2565ea in any 3+
$2545ea in any 6+
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Domaine du Closel Savennières 'Le Clos du Papillon' Chenin Blanc 2020
A complex, textural and thrilling Chenin Blanc. Two parcels, one picked earlier and devoid of botrytis, one later with a little botrytis marry seamlessly presenting us with an entrancing creature. Dry Chenin of this standing is truly something special.There’s a certain composure and harmony here. A fine example, the textural elements show a leaning to less alcohol and higher perceived acidity than its sibling ‘La Caillardières’ adding a degree of restraint and sophistication to thi
$145
$140ea in any 3+
$135ea in any 6+
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