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The unique yeast that grows on top of the sherry protecting it from oxidation.

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Spanish term for the withdrawal of wine from a Solera for bottling.

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Te Mata Estate Coleraine MAGNUM 2021

Te Mata Estate Coleraine MAGNUM 2021

Bordeaux Blend | Hawke's Bay, New Zealand

Perfumed Refined Goodness! A single vineyard wine until 1989, Coleraine is an blend of the finest wines produced from distinct plots within Te Mata Estate’s oldest Havelock Hills vineyards, first planted in 1892. Always a cabernet sauvignon dominant wine, often with merlot and cabernet franc, Coleraine is refined and classical, demonstrating the immense potential for Bordeaux blends in Hawke’s Bay. In fact, it looks mroe Bordelais than most Aussie Cabernet.Very powerful in its youth, t
$355
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$325ea in any 6+
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Domaine Anne Gros Hautes-Côtes de Nuits Blanc 'Cuvée Marine' 2022
This could pass for a Chablis on the nose with its cool and very aromas of iodine, shellfish and petrol nuances that add breadth to the mostly apple scents. The delicious middleweight flavors flash a lovely bead of minerality on the chiseled and bone-dry finish that is shaped by citrus-tinged acidity. This is really quite good for its level and worth considering. Drink: 2025+Allen Meadows, Burghound 86-89 Points ♥ Outstanding
$140
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Domaine Patrick Javillier Meursault 2018

Domaine Patrick Javillier Meursault 2018

Chardonnay | Meursault, Côte du Beaune

This is a new Javillier cuvee and as such has not had the chance for review.“It is a blend of several selected plots in Meursault. This wine shows great aromatic power with a good acid balance. It is a structured wine with a long finish. The 2018 vintage is characterized by the power but above all the elegance.”Marion Javillier
$188
$181ea in any 3+
$174ea in any 6+
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Vietti Castiglione Barolo 2019

Vietti Castiglione Barolo 2019

Nebbiolo | Piedmont, Barolo

Show the class of the vineyards and the winemakers! This is looking very, very good great density, layering, shape and flow. Looking expressive straight out of the gate. Serious and fun. Savoury. Super complex. Long even fine quality tannins beautifully integrated & balanced with fine acid & energizing core of fruit. Grape first.  Simply delicious.The 2019 Barolo Castiglione is elegant, translucent and classy. Crushed red berry fruit, orange peel, mint and cinnamon all grace t
$154
$149ea in any 3+
$144ea in any 6+
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