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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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Roagna Barbaresco Pajè 2016

Roagna Barbaresco Pajè 2016

Nebbiolo | Piedmont, Barbaresco

The 2016 Barbaresco Pajè is one of the highlights in this range, as it offers gorgeous mid-palate depth with super-classic structure. Dark cherry, tobacco, licorice, leather and deeply-pitched spice accents infuse the 2016 with captivating nuance. The Pajè represents a bridge to the higher-end wines in this range. All of these wines have become pricey, but the Pajè is one of the larger-production wines and consistently delivers superb quality at a more approachable price than many of the othe
$350
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$330ea in any 6+
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Oddero Barolo Riserva 'Vigna Rionda' 2013
THIS IS EPIC! A wine equation for you. Poderi Oddero + Vigna Rionda + 2013 = E for Epic!Vigna Rionda is responsible for some of the most singular and divine Barolo made. Intoxicating dark, earthy perfumes match seamlessly with wonderful flavours, and, divine textures making for heart-racing drinking! It's for this reason that the unique wines of Vigna Rionda are considered more than just wine from Serralunga, but, Barolo from Vigna Rionda!Only a handful of Poderi Oddero's Barolo Riserv
$450
$430ea in any 3+
$410ea in any 6+
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Domaine Armand Rousseau Grand Cru 'Chambertin' 2022

Domaine Armand Rousseau Grand Cru ‘Chambertin’ 2022

Pinot Noir | Gevrey-Chambertin, Burgundy

 The 2022 Chambertin Grand Cru conveys a sense of grandeur on the nose, leaning slightly more towards red than black fruit, very harmonious and complex, with pressed flower scents filtering through with aeration. It is difficult to drag your nose away from the glass. The medium-bodied palate has very finely sculpted tannins and great depth with a smoothly textured, lightly spiced finish that lingers very long in the mouth. Superb.Neal Martin, Vinous 96-98 Points Tasted Nov 2023 Drin
$3,850
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Domaine Roland Lavantureux Petit Chablis 2020

Domaine Roland Lavantureux Petit Chablis 2020

Chardonnay | France, Burgundy

“Here is the only wine that with 100% stainless-steel for all vinification and elevage. All from Lignorelles. That’s a very friendly nose – slightly round and faintly caramel despite tank elevage – an inviting sweetness. A little touch of green in the flavours but also lots of energy and citrus bitters. Very engaging, tasty wine. Long too.”Bill Nanson
$69
$66ea in any 3+
$63ea in any 6+
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