{"title":"New World","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop New World wines at Big Hammer Wines: hand-picked bottles from Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Mexico and New Zealand. Every wine is tasted and selected before it earns a spot - direct import pricing, free shipping on 12+ bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1998-penfolds-grange","title":"1998 Penfolds Grange","description":null,"brand":"Penfolds Grange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":333578725,"sku":"","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/1998-penfolds-grange-1.jpg?v=1605985769"},{"product_id":"2006-penfolds-grange-98-wa-98-ws-owc-available","title":"2006 Penfolds Grange","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e","brand":"Penfolds Grange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17094195079,"sku":"Grange06SD","price":548.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/syrah-2006-penfolds-grange-1.jpg?v=1605989792"},{"product_id":"copy-of-2006-penfolds-grange-98-wa-98-ws-owc-available","title":"2007 Penfolds Grange 95 WA","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e","brand":"Penfolds Grange","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17094197127,"sku":"Grange07SD","price":469.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/1_3bb6a1ad-9a0e-41d1-a706-4e2e371b4bdb.jpg?v=1605943079"},{"product_id":"2015-benegas-malbec-estate-mendoza","title":"2015 Benegas Malbec Estate Mendoza","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/blogs\/news\/bhw-insight-on-wines-of-mendoza-argentina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"arial\"\u003eR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/blogs\/news\/bhw-insight-on-wines-of-mendoza-argentina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"arial\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eead BHW Insights on Argentina 2018 Report here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Benegas family produced the malbecs that caused me to fall hard for Mendoza, some twenty years ago. This is a storied estate and quality is always very high. Only recently, these wines have returned to the United States, and I couldn't be more pleased. I cannot think of another Cabernet in the world where Michel Rolland and Paul Hobbs had a hand in the production, let alone for a wine under $30! This is real deal Cabernet from the Benegas estate vineyards. The wine is fresh, light and dances in the mouth. It's not over the top heavy. Rather, the oak is tame and interlaced elegantly. There is a purity to this wine that underscores why Mendoza Cabernet may be the best quality and value Cabernet in the universe. Highly recommended!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the 19th century, Don Tiburcio Benegas was already a firm believer in the terroir of Mendoza long before grapes were a cash crop anywhere in the Americas. His early plantings of Bordeaux varieties make up the sprawling Benegas estate that’s now \u003cstrong\u003ean icon across South America.\u003c\/strong\u003e Their Estate Cabernet Sauvignon vines are gently watered by Andes snowmelt that lets Cab ripen beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of chocolate, walnuts, spices and berries follow through to a full body, chewy tannins and a savory finish. The hints of tobacco and tea are really interesting here. Drink now. 93JS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benegas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8199228981351,"sku":"BHW-14692782","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/1_fdd4e14b-ade0-4b64-8323-129d6acd83ad.jpg?v=1605952891"},{"product_id":"2015-benegas-cabernet-sauvignon-estate-mendoza","title":"2015 Benegas Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Mendoza","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: .1pt; line-height: 21.0pt; background: white;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue'; color: #2b2e33;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"arial\" style=\"font-family: arial;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/blogs\/news\/bhw-insight-on-wines-of-mendoza-argentina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"arial\" style=\"font-family: arial;\"\u003eR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/blogs\/news\/bhw-insight-on-wines-of-mendoza-argentina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"arial\" style=\"font-family: arial;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eead BHW Insights on Argentina 2018 Report here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Benegas family produced the malbecs that caused me to fall hard for Mendoza, some twenty years ago. This is a storied estate and quality is always very high. Only recently, these wines have returned to the United States, and I couldn't be more pleased. I cannot think of another Cabernet in the world where Michel Rolland and Paul Hobbs had a hand in the production, let alone for a wine under $30! This is real deal Cabernet from the Benegas estate vineyards. The wine is fresh, light and dances in the mouth. It's not over the top heavy. Rather, the oak is tame and interlaced elegantly. There is a purity to this wine that underscores why Mendoza Cabernet may be the best quality and value Cabernet in the universe. Highly recommended!  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 2800 feet above sea level, the Benegas estate produces some of Mendoza’s top wines from a mix of vines planted in the 1930s and ‘60s. Their maturity translates to delicious complexity in wines that are more reminiscent of their French heritage than South American sunshine. Federico Benegas Lynch’s Argentine winemaking skills are accented by \u003cstrong\u003eyears of consulting with the world’s best including Michel Rolland and Paul Hobbs\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 2015 leaps from the glass with ripe blackberry flavors, black pepper, and fresh herbaceous notes like rosemary, sage, and thyme. Oak is a muted accent in here, which utilizes used barrels to leave the Cabernet refreshing instead of heavy. \u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux style plus the intensity of Andean sun, and the passion only a family legacy inspires\u003c\/strong\u003e, Benegas Cab is a fresh, unique bottle that blends sophistication with rustic tradition. \u003cstrong\u003eAt $18.99, it’s a Cab that quite simply can’t be beat.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the 19th century, Don Tiburcio Benegas was already a firm believer in the terroir of Mendoza long before grapes were a cash crop anywhere in the Americas. His early plantings of Bordeaux varieties make up the sprawling Benegas estate that’s now \u003cstrong\u003ean icon across South America.\u003c\/strong\u003e Their Estate Cabernet Sauvignon vines are gently watered by Andes snowmelt that lets Cab ripen beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dense and slightly jammy wine, yet there's a silky and firm backbone to it. Medium body and a fresh finish. Drink now. 91 JS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Benegas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8199229669479,"sku":"BHW-150733530","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/2015_Benegas_Cabernet_Sauvignon_Estate_Mendoza.jpg?v=1605953041"},{"product_id":"2013-benegas-malbec-finca-la-encerrada-estate-mendoza","title":"2013 Benegas Malbec Finca la Encerrada Estate Mendoza","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA solid malbec with blueberry, rose petal and blackberry character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fruity finish. 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The owners, Sarah and Sparky Marquis sold that brand and started MollyDooker in 2006. Once again, the couple experienced meteoric success with a string of 97-100pt ratings from WS and WA. With the fits and starts, expansion and contraction of the Aussie wine market, this brand has consistently cranked out top rated, gulpable wines.  The winery pioneered the concept of ‘Sip it Forward’, where a portion of the proceeds from the sale of Mollydooker wines goes back to support the local community, and around the world for those in need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes were grown on the Rivers Lane in McLaren Vale. 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This exceptional red is the christening of its sixth iteration, and it \u003cstrong\u003eshows off the earmarks that have made the Wagner Family best in class in Napa\u003c\/strong\u003e. Voyage 6 is yet another Wagner (Caymus) Masterpiece. It’s an impeccable, sensual red of outsized personality and layers of complexity.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCollectors are already stocking up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the Red Schooner first came into port, that little boat rocked the wine world that had grown too comfortable with the status quo.  Only the Wagner family’s frontier spirit could inspire such a bold move - the grapes are sourced from Argentina and transported to America under refrigeration.  Once there, the grapes are converted into purple-black elixir with the special methods perfected at Wagner’s Caymus HQ.  \u003cstrong\u003eWith the response the Voyage wines have, you’ll need to move fast.  \u003c\/strong\u003eGet it now before the price triples!  Collectors, Caymus fiends, admirers of the bold – this one is all you!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping with the purchase of 12 bottles***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wagner Family","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8335608545383,"sku":"WFRSV6PSD","price":49.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/84.jpg?v=1605977966"},{"product_id":"2012-tapiz-las-notas-de-jean-claude-berrouet","title":"2012 Tapiz Las Notas de Jean Claude Berrouet Mendoza Bordeaux Blend","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSingle Vineyard from San Pablo Estate, Uco Valley, Mendoza, comes this Argentine Petrus from Fabian Valenzuela and Jean Claude Berrouet, who was chief winemaker at Ch. 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Tabalí was built in a ravine and it is naturally integrated into the environment. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small scale, exclusive, family winery focused on details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winery is built in such a way that the fruit and wine are transported by gravity. The winery aims to avoid any unnecessary pumping and relies on nature to do the work where possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wines are aged in French oak barrels coming from very exclusive forests as Jupille, Fontainbleau, Bertrange, Troncais and Allier. The winery’s cellar capacity is 2,000 barrels.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the winemaker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelipe Müller was born and raised in Santiago, Chile’s capital. Today, at the age of 41, he is considered one of the country´s most influential and important winemakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe graduated in Agronomy with a distinction in Oenology and Viticulture from the renowned Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. He was honored for having the best score in the examination of Oenologist at the College of Agricultural Oenologist Engineers of Chile and later received a special mentioning for having the second best wine thesis of his generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2001 he joined Viña De Martino as second winemaker, in charge of viticulture as well as the vinification for red and white wines. In this winery he worked together with winemaker Marcelo Retamal, and formed a bold and renowned \"Wine dupla\". Together they investigated new wines, studied in depth various valleys and regions of Chile and vinificated around 350 vineyards throughout the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLater, as part of his investigations, Felipe harvested at two famous Chateaux Grand Cru Classé in Saint Emilion in France: Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere and Chateau La Mondotte. He also travelled to Australia to visit the major areas such as Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, Clare Valley, and King Valley. Together with a group of prestigious expert geologists, Felipe visited the most exclusive areas and vineyards in each region of France, such as Bordeaux, Burgundy, Loire, Rhone, Alsace and Champagne. 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This vineyard has a magical landscape, just like it was taken out of a Monet painting. It is installed just at the foothills of the majestic Andes Mountains. Can you begin to imagine the wines that emerge from these magnificent views?  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard is located over 20 acres from Argentina (a country recognized worldwide for its Malbecs), and it is the third highest vineyard in the entire country. Thanks to its location and its blessed terroir, the wines from here are irresistible and unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTabalí, has an enormous focus on quality over quantity.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Winery is a small-scale, exclusive, family winery focused on detail. It is built in such a way that the fruit and wine are transported by gravity. The winery aims to avoid any unnecessary pumping and relies on nature to do the work wherever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFelipe Müller, Tabalí’s winemaker since 2006,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas born and raised in Santiago, Chile’s capital. Today, at the age of 41,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehe is considered one of the country´s most influential and important winemakers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2001 he joined Viña De Martino as the second winemaker, in charge of viticulture as well as the vinification for red and white wines. In this winery, he worked with winemaker Marcelo Retamal, and formed a bold and renowned \"Wine Dupla\". Together they discovered new wines, studied various valleys and regions of Chile, and vinifies around 350 vineyards throughout the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFelipe harvested two famous Chateaux Grand Cru Classé in Saint Emilion, France: Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere and Chateau La Mondotte.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFelipe Müller was named ‘Best Winemaker of the Year’ in the sixteenth version of “Guía de Vinos de Chile 2010”,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChile’s oldest and most prestigious wine industry publication. This distinction was an important recognition for the enthusiasm, passion, and dedication he puts in crafting wines. “Wine is my passion and an important part of my life. I feel capable of leveraging the knowledge I’ve built throughout these many years\", says Felipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the year 2011, Felipe was appointed Manager Director, keeping his position as Chief Winemaker. From then Felipe was not only responsible for the quality of the wines but also for the global strategy of the company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn January 2014 Felipe Müller was chosen ‘Best Young Winemaker’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(next to Aurelio Montes who was chosen Best Senior Winemaker).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTasting Notes:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e100% Malbec. Fresh red fruit, cherry, strawberry, blackberry, violet, smoky notes, chocolate, coffee. Powerful tannins and great structure, fresh, intense, vibrant. Pair this wine with classic \u003cem\u003easado\u003c\/em\u003e and empanadas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Highest rated Malbec of the year!\" ~96 Descorchados\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI also had the chance to preview the 2012 Roca Madre a few weeks before bottling. It feels a little closed and not as open as the 2013, with earthier aromas and tannins, as well as electric acidity. The nose might not be as expressive right now, as it's subtler with flowers, black cherries and graphite, with very fresh acidity and velvety tannins. This should have a very nice evolution in bottle. 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Together they investigated new wines, studied in depth various valleys and regions of Chile and vinificated around 350 vineyards throughout the country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLater, as part of his investigations, Felipe harvested at two famous Chateaux Grand Cru Classé in Saint Emilion in France: Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere and Chateau La Mondotte. He also travelled to Australia to visit the major areas such as Adelaide Hills, Barossa Valley, Clare Valley, and King Valley. Together with a group of prestigious expert geologists, Felipe visited the most exclusive areas and vineyards in each region of France, such as Bordeaux, Burgundy, Loire, Rhone, Alsace and Champagne. Other studies included technical visits to Priory in Spain and the valleys of Napa and Sonoma in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith time, Felipe got to know Limari Valley (Chile) very closely, and once he tasted the area’s first Chardonnay, he declared the region his love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2006 he joined Tabalí as Chief Winemaker. According to Felipe Müller “Tabalí, though relatively young, has enormous potential, as shown by its outstanding Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Syrah wines”. The winery’s goal is to make the finest wines of the Limari Valley and ultimately become a reference at a national level, by exploring new terroir, new plantations and new selections of clones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelipe Müller was named ‘Best Winemaker of the Year’ in the sixteenth version of “Guía de Vinos de Chile 2010”, Chile’s oldest and most prestigious wine industry publication. This distinction was an important recognition for the enthusiasm, passion and dedication he puts in crafting wines. “Wine is my passion and an important part of my life. I feel capable of leveraging the knowledge I’ve built throughout these many years\", says Felipe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the year 2011, Felipe was appointed as Manager Director, keeping his position as Chief Winemaker. From then Felipe was not only responsible for the quality of the wines but also for the global strategy of the company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn January 2014 Felipe Müller was chosen ‘Best Young Winemaker’ (next to Aurelio Montes who was chosen Best Senior Winemaker)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003e~95pts Descorchados\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003eThe 2016 Talinay Chardonnay, from the cooler and limestone-rich slopes of Talinay, fermented in oak barrels and didn't go through malolactic. It was bottled after ten months in barrel. The signature here is mineral austerity, moderate alcohol with very good acidity. This is a super selection from the Talinay vineyard, as the rest is used for the Vetas Blancas. It's elegant, harmonious, balanced and somehow ethereal but with more inner strength than what you may think. The most remarkable feature is the electric and saline palate, the mark of the Talinay place and a constant across all the wines sourced from there. It should develop nicely in bottle, but one day I need to do a vertical of this wine to really see how the older vintages are evolving. 24,000 bottles were filled in September 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note-content\"\u003eThere are many changes in the wines of Tabalí, like the new labels Talud, Micas and Tansversal, all talking about soils and soil characteristics. Furthermore, the line previously known as Gran Reserva Especial is known as Vetas Blancas (white streaks or white veins) and Gran Reserva has been renamed to Pedregoso (stony), both talking about the terroir where the grapes are grown. 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This is cropped from the north-facing plots, in theory a riper exposition that gets a slow ripening in a place like Talinay, and it has an unusual balance between freshness and power that makes the wine very balanced and subtle. This is sharp, focused, symmetric and clean while it fills your mouth and is very long, with a tasty, mineral\/chalky aftertaste. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is always one of the best Sauvignon Blancs from Chile.\u003c\/strong\u003e 17,000 bottles produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note-content\"\u003eThere are many changes in the wines of Tabalí, like the new labels Talud, Micas and Tansversal, all talking about soils and soil characteristics. Furthermore, the line previously known as Gran Reserva Especial is known as Vetas Blancas (white streaks or white veins) and Gran Reserva has been renamed to Pedregoso (stony), both talking about the terroir where the grapes are grown. 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This wine sees all of the care and attention as the top wine, but with less new oak and a shorter time in barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApalta is located about 100 miles South West of Santiago in the Colchagua Valley. The Vineyard is situated on a North to South exposure, which is quite rare in Chile. The Tinguiririca river rests on one side and the hills from the Coastal Cordillera surround the vineyard like a horseshoe on the other. They are both integral in forming this unique terroir. This geography is responsible for the conditions that ensure balance for and a slow ripening for the grapes. At sunrise and sunset, the Cordillera block the sun’s rays, limiting the vines exposure to intense sunshine and the river has a cooling influence on the climate. The vineyard is \u003cstrong\u003eboth certified Organic and Biodynamic\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine has a deep and intense red color with violet edges. The nose has an intense fruit expression with black fruit such as blackberry and cassis well mixed with red fruit such as cherry and plums. Slightly spiced with anise and cedar notes. Delicate fresh violets fragrance. In the mouth, the wine has a big structure and good volume, balance with a remarkable acidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarietal Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon 40% - Carmenere 30% - Merlot 28% - Petit Verdot 2%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging: 18 months aging in 33% new French oak barrels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 14%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCases produced: 2.500\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the winery \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the dedicated vision of Alexandra and Cyril, Lapostolle Wines has been a pioneer in the wine industry in Chile and today its wines continue to elevate the region through the production of premium wines, with a strong emphasis on sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Lapostolle Wines is recognized throughout the world for its quality and its extraordinary ability to express the Chilean terroir. 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Impressive length.\u003c\/strong\u003e Some reductive chains, needs time to unravel. ~ 94pts, James Halliday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep garnet purple in color, the 2013 The McRae Wood Shiraz has a profound nose with black plums, berries and cherries, alongside spice box, violets, cedar and toast. Full, rich and chewy, though with slightly astringent tannins, the oak is poking out a bit and this wine needs some time.~91+ WA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpaque ruby. Dark berries, cherry cola, vanilla and a hint of licorice on the deeply perfumed nose. 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It also offers very elegant and discrete wood notes with clove. In the mouth it is very tasty and elegant, medium-bodied and succulent. Cherries stand out on the very long ending. \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for enjoying now\u003c\/strong\u003e, but can be cellared for nearly a decade. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing: Due to its high complexity, this wine has a wide range of dishes for pairing. Possessing a great body and structure it’s a great complement for any red meat. The subtlety of aromas and flavors would be a perfect partner for Italian pastries or a potato and pumpkin gnocchi gratin with Roquefort cheese sauce and parmesan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003eA solid red with currant and walnut aromas that follow through to a full body, chewy tannins and a savory finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon and merlot. Drink now.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~92 JS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis high-quality Cabernet-Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e blend could easily pass for a bottle that is twice the price, given its elegance and nuance. Charred, toasty notes complement dark black cherry on the nose, with hints of fresh mint for lift, while tart fruit leads on the palate. The finish is driven by rich caramel and vanilla, the wine both cradling the palate with warmth and brightening it with acidity. ~ Value Pick at Vinepair.com\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 btls of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cousino Macul Finis Terrae","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15448220270695,"sku":"CMFT12","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/1_f59b7e00-b634-4577-a2be-fcc4beb0d2aa.jpg?v=1605930092"},{"product_id":"2015-bodegas-catena-zapata-argentino-malbec","title":"2015 Bodegas Catena Zapata Argentino Malbec","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in 1902, Argentina’s Bodega Catena Zapata is known for its pioneering role in resurrecting Malbec and in discovering extreme high altitude terroirs in the Andean foothills of Mendoza. \u003c\/span\u003eNicolás Catena Zapata dared to plant vines where no one thought they would ripen. His high-altitude wine revolution culminated in the discovery of a new terroir for wine at almost 5,000 feet elevation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003eThe 2015 Catena Zapata Malbec Argentino blends grapes from Angélica Vineyard in Lunlunta and Nicasia Vineyard in Altamira. It's a classical Malbec that fermented in 225- and 500-liter rolling oak fermentors and matured in French barrique for 18 months. They have changed the image and also the blend for this wine, which is now \u003cstrong\u003eall from old vines\u003c\/strong\u003e. The label shows the history of Malbec with four relevant women (including Madam Phylloxera!) from the 12th century to the rebirth in the 20th century. This is ripe and heady, very open and expressive, with violets and juicy fruit. This is a new blend to break the tendency of so many single-vineyard bottlings and goes back to the blending traditions of the past. It shows really well—expressive, open and ready. It kept growing and growing in the glass, becoming more focused and even more fresh, at one point getting very close to the freshness of the 2016! 24,000 bottles produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note-content\"\u003eI tasted a very large collection of wines from Catena Zapata. All of these wines are highly recommendable, but \u003cstrong\u003ethe wines from the Adrianna Vineyard range are truly gobsmacking good and world class\u003c\/strong\u003e.  ~95, WA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an old-vine wine from malbec, showing blackberries and black olives. Very dense and rich. Yet there is a velvety texture and brightness to the whole thing. Stone undertones, too. A big, energetic and classical malbec. 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The wines that these guys produce in France are among the most sought after and the price is well above that of the Chilean Cabernet on offer today. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is a 94pt rated wine from Robert Parker, that stands should to shoulder with wines that are 3x or more expensive.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: An intense ruby red color. Very elegant and complex nose, which presents aromas of ripe red fruits, spices, with notes of dried fruits like figs and prunes that blend with notes of mocha and tobacco. The palate is harmonious and complex, very elegant, with a pleasant combination of fruits and spices. 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They recognized the potential for the region’s free draining stony soil and abundantly pure artesian water in 1978. After supplying grapes for other producers for several years, Phil and Chris decided in 1991 to release a wine under their own label and so the Wairau River label was born.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are some of the oldest vines, planted by hand, in the region.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an impeccable food wine as it is light to medium bodied with little oak influence. 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He was a visionary Dutch entrepreneur and businessman whose passion and commitment towards business and people allowed him to build a successful company. Today, Salentein’s activities comprise different businesses, including wine, agriculture (crop-farming), cattle, premium beef and hospitality. Salentein has facilities in Argentina, Uruguay, Australia and The Netherlands, which export our products all over the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA big, rich and ripe white, with plenty of spice and smoky accents to the flavors of baked apple, pear tart and shortbread. The long finish is filled with buttery notes. Drink now through 2020. 343 cases made. ~91WS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow-gold with a green tinge. Deep, leesy aromas of peach, apricot, grilled notes and smoked meat, complicated by lavender and marzipan nuances. Plush, rich, fine-grained and dry, with the wine's oak and mineral components keeping its ripe stone fruit flavors under wraps today. Suave, restrained Chardonnay with harmonious acidity and a complex rising finish. Salentein's Finca San Pablo vineyard is planted at a density of 10,000 vines to the hectare on low-vigor soil at an altitude of 1,600 meters. Drink: 2015-2020 ~91VM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2013 Single Vineyard Chardonnay is sourced from a vineyard in San Pablo in the Tunuyán department at some 1,600 meters altitude, their highest altitude vineyard. The soils are very sandy. The wine had the full Monty, that is to say fermentation in oak barrels, full malolactic and 10 months aging. There are notes of cereals, smoke, yeasts and ripe yellow fruit. 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But the isolation has also meant that Chile vineyards have so far never been attacked by phylloxera, meaning that unlike viticulturalists in many other part of the world, Chilean vineyards can be planted with original rootstock, saving producers the laborious job of grafting vines onto phylloxera-resistant rootstocks. Chile started an appellation system in 1994, and there are five regions each with numerous sub-regions. Chile has attracted investment from European and American producers, including Robert Mondavi Winery, Kendall-Jackson, Lafite-Rothschild and Miguel Torres.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Altue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19499474059367,"sku":"GBW1355","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/4.jpg?v=1605933252"},{"product_id":"2017-bodega-polo-herencia-trabajo-malbec-valle-de-uco-mendoza","title":"2017 Bodega Polo Herencia Trabajo Malbec Valle de Uco Mendoza","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Arrival from Outstanding Argentine vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIrrigated by Andean snowmelt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced from prized La Consulta vineyard in Uco Valley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBHW Direct Import Exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 bottles \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBodega Polo is a new BHW Direct Import from a winery with a long history and \u003cstrong\u003evineyards located in the Beverly Hills of Uco Valley in La Consulta\u003c\/strong\u003e. After fully renovating and upgrading an existing winery property in 2011, the family has relaunched with incredible hand-drawn labels that tell the story of their Heritage and Work on the land amongst the vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine of purity. It is not overly oaked, sweet, or cloying. It's a well-balanced, lively wine that is a pleasure to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Polo's say, \"Herencia means Inheriting, which implies staying together through time, honoring our family values. TRABAJO means Work. Sun, water from the Andes, good people. All this inhabits each and every bottle. \u003cstrong\u003eBelieve it, there’s life in there, there are hidden sensations and there’s joy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: Dark and deep purple like the night with an expressive nose that is pristine and alluring. 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After fully renovating and upgrading an existing winery property in 2011, the family has relaunched with incredible hand-drawn labels that tell the story of their Heritage and Work on the land amongst the vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Polo's say, \"Herencia means Inheriting, which implies staying together through time, honoring our family values. TRABAJO means Work. Sun, water from the Andes, good people. All this inhabits each and every bottle. \u003cstrong\u003eBelieve it, there’s life in there, there are hidden sensations and there’s joy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in the Charmat method with 2 months on the less in stainless tank, this is an excellent value bubbly. Other than Cremant de Bourgogne in France, I'm hard pressed to think of where there is better value Pinot Noir bubbles than in Argentina. \u003cstrong\u003eIt's a little secret that the Argentines have been keeping to themselves.\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine has a light elegant lift with plums, cherries and raspberries on the nose. There is a fine and persistent perlage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a very well made wine of pedigree wrapped in a value price. 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His high-altitude wine revolution culminated in the discovery of a new terroir for wine at almost 5,000 feet elevation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003e97 points, James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe third vintage of this elegant, spicy, 80% whole bunch-fermented Malbec, made in more of a ‘European’ style than many of the top Catena reds, is every bit as good as its predecessors. Fresh, tangy and peppery, with skillfully integrated 50% new oak, crunchy red berry fruit and a fine, refreshing finish.” (\u003cstrong\u003eBest Malbec Selection)\u003c\/strong\u003e – 95, Tim Atkins \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-xs-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"tasting-note-content\"\u003eLike many other 2015s, there is a little more ripeness in the 2015 Adrianna Vineyard Fortuna Terrae, and the year is more marked and more noticeable in this bottling. It's juicy, floral, expressive and more gentle within the serious and austere profile the place provides. 6,600 bottles were filled in July 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"producer-note-content\"\u003eI tasted a very large collection of wines from Catena Zapata. \u003cstrong\u003eAll of these wines are highly recommendable, but the wines from the Adrianna Vineyard range are truly gobsmacking good and world class.\u003c\/strong\u003e I had the chance to taste slowly through three vintages of the three reds and two of the whites, and it made a fascinating comparison. The profile is austere and mineral, and sometimes they take time to open up. They are, of course, very young wines destined for a long life in bottle. The quality is extremely high, and it's a matter of preference as to which plot or vintage style you like best. 2014 is austere and a bit herbal, 2015 showed a little riper and 2016 seems to be the most complete of the three, with super sharp, linear whites and austere reds for the long haul. The 2014s were released a while ago, the 2015s are arriving on the market right now and the 2016s will take about one more year to hit the shelves. I'm talking reds, as the whites should be released by December 2018. Just as I saw last time, the Appellation range is clearly the sweet spot, especially in 2016, when the wines clearly overdeliver. 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The design appears on the kultrun, a ritual drum used by the Mapuche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label bears the name Almaviva in Beaumarchais’ own handwriting. Two great traditions thus join hands to offer the whole world a promise of pleasure and excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlmaviva was the first wine in Chile created under this French Château concept, taking into account exceptional terroir, one unique bodega and one technical team – the three of which are dedicated exclusively to the production of one wine of unparalleled quality and excellence. It's excellence persits as one of the great wines of Chile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a wine that epitomizes greatness with its intensity, structure and balance. It underlines the movement away from overdone, jammy wines to a neoclassicism with energy and finesse. It also highlights how South America, specifically Chile, has come into its own as a wine area, producing superb wines that can compete with the best in the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA very fine and elegant Almaviva with fresh fruit and herb character. Medium-to-full body, tight and focused with very fine, linear tannins and a chocolate and light cedar undertone to the whole thing. Savory, too. Smoked meat and succulent. It's tight but opens with air. Classicism here. 66% cabernet sauvignon, 24% carmenere, 8% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. Drink in 2021.\u003c\/span\u003e ~ 97 pts, James Suckling. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2016 harvest was complicated by rain in late April, which made them hurry up and finish two weeks earlier than normal. The year was also cooler, and the 2016 Almaviva, a blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Carmenère, 8% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot has less alcohol at 13.9% compared to 15% in 2014. The élevage was shortened to 16 months, and they decreased the percentage of new French barrels used—down to 77% from the 82% in the previous year. The wine is fresher and less marked by the oak, a more fluid version, with fine tannins. This is a little different, a lighter and fresher year. It was a very dry winter, complicated by rains. I found very good harmony and fine tannins, balance and freshness in one of the most elegant vintages I remember from Almaviva. This has contained power, very accessible tannins and no green notes at all. It's young but accessible and should develop nicely in bottle, as it has the balance and freshness. This is an elegant and fresh vintage for Almaviva, young and tender, taking advantage of the natural conditions for it. Well done! 180,000 bottles produced. 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After fully renovating and upgrading an existing winery property in 2011, the family has relaunched with incredible hand-drawn labels that tell the story of their Heritage and \u003cstrong\u003eWork\u003c\/strong\u003e on the land amongst the vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine of purity. It is not overly oaked, sweet, or cloying. It's a well-balanced, lively wine that is a pleasure to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Polo's say, \"Herencia means Inheriting, which implies staying together through time, honoring our family values. Caring for the land is a responsibility the family takes seriously. Sun, water from the Andes, good people. All this inhabits each and every bottle. \u003cstrong\u003eBelieve it, there’s life in there, there are hidden sensations and there’s joy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes: Bright garnet in color, the wine explodes with redolent blackberries and blueberries. Juicy yet elegant, the wine has a touch of licorice, vanilla, herbs, and pepper. 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After fully renovating and upgrading an existing winery property in 2011, the family has relaunched with incredible hand-drawn labels that tell the story of their Heritage and \u003cstrong\u003eWork\u003c\/strong\u003e on the land amongst the vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a crystalline wine that is pure in fruit flavor. Stainless tank fermented and aged means no oak or vanilla here. The wine is focused on green apples, ripe pears and a refreshing citrus acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Polo's say, \"Herencia means Inheriting, which implies staying together through time, honoring our family values. Caring for the land is a responsibility the family takes seriously. Sun, water from the Andes, good people. 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It's made like a Grand Cru Burgundy, offered at a fraction of the cost. The wine has a lemon curd nose with an inviting dose of toasted oak and vanilla wafer. The aromatics carry into the mouth with apple tart and tropical fruit. The persistence is at least 60 seconds, with bright green apple acidity and a mouth watering finish that makes you want to drink more. Pair with any soft cheese like Brie, or on its own with a roast chicken. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChile has produced wine since the 16th century, when Spanish conquistadores brought grape vines and established vineyards. Sweet wines were favored until well into the 19th century, when French immigrants began making dry wines with a decidedly French character. 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Toasty, spicy and salty, this is briney and refreshing with some honeyed notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you recognize the name, then you know \u003cstrong\u003ethis is also the winemaker for Catena Zapata, one of the preeminent wineries in Argentina\u003c\/strong\u003e. This project was launched with Adrianna Catena in 2007. The Cabernet Franc has vaulted from obscurity to one of the finest in the world, on par with Right Bank chateau that sell for 3-5 times as much (inquire and we will advise if available)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone of this is any surprise to Greg Martellotto, Bighammerwines.com owner and founder. Read his insights from Mendoza and the importance of Uco Valley as the epicenter for the best wines from the region \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/blogs\/news\/bhw-insight-on-wines-of-mendoza-argentina\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging: In french oak barrels of 500 lt. 35% new, 9 months. 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This exceptional red is the christening of its seventh iteration, and it \u003cstrong\u003eshows off the earmarks that have made the Wagner Family best in class in Napa\u003c\/strong\u003e. Voyage 7 is yet another Wagner (Caymus) Masterpiece. It’s an impeccable, sensual red of outsized personality and layers of complexity.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCollectors are already stocking up!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the Red Schooner first came into port, that little boat rocked the wine world that had grown too comfortable with the status quo.  Only the Wagner family’s frontier spirit could inspire such a bold move - the grapes are sourced from Argentina and transported to America under refrigeration.  Once there, the grapes are converted into purple-black elixir with the special methods perfected at Wagner’s Caymus HQ.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffering scents of ripe plums and cherries, this wine is powerful and supple, with flavors of French oak and soft tannins. 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See the glowing and consistent reviews from 91-93 pts below. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you love red blends (like Bordeaux) and you like to try new wines and travel the world of wine from your home, grab some of this wine before it's gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelipe started PS Garcia in 2006.  After working for larger wineries, he made his first independent wine as a declaration of what he considers true “Chilean” wine.  Inspired at first by old-vine Carignan from Maule, he since has started two of Chile’s most influential small producer movements today: MOVI (Movement of Independent Vintners) and VIGNO (Vignadores de Carignan).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a unique red blend that shows the spirit and history of \u003cstrong\u003eItata – Chile’s oldest winemaking region. \u003c\/strong\u003eThe wine is an other-worldly blend of of 43% Syrah, 40% Carignan, 7% Petit Verdot, 7% Mourvèdre and 3% Grenache. Think of it as a mini-Chateauneuf du Pape with a touch of Petit Verdot thrown in, because, it's Chile. \u003cstrong\u003eThe name Bravado means brave and we all need that these days!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInviting on the nose with notes of ripe red fruit, blackberry, blueberry, and a hint of spice. It hits the palate with incredible balance that lasts through its long finish. It has fruit at the core with an acidity from the Carignan that lifts the wine on the back palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairing Notes: Pair with cherry-braised short ribs, barbequed flank steak, or grilled portobella mushrooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFelipe Garcia makes this wine from two vineyards. One is young-vine syrah; the other is carignan, grenache, mourvedre and petit verdot grafted onto the \u003cstrong\u003e120-year-old roots of país vines\u003c\/strong\u003e. He ages it in old neutral-oak casks for 18 months, and there’s no indication of wood in the wine; there’s just fragrant and delicious fruit, along with chewy, savory tannins. It reminded one taster of a clearing in the forest, and the fruit does last with a cool, foresty tone. \u003cstrong\u003eIt’s a mood-changing wine, and if you’ve ever spent time in Chile, or in its much more highly populated corollary, the California coast, it’s sure to make you happy\u003c\/strong\u003e. ~93 Wine \u0026amp; Spirits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e I tasted an unbottled sample of the 2016 Bravado, a blend of 43% Syrah, 40% Carignan, 7% Petit Verdot, 7% Mourvèdre and 3% Grenache. It has a \u003cstrong\u003efantastic and lively palate\u003c\/strong\u003e with very fine tannins and bright freshness.  I'm sure this is going to be a monumental bottle of Bravado that Geddy Lee would be proud of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarcia + Schwaderer changed its name to P.S. Garcia in 2018 to reflect the change in ownership, which is Felipe García (50%), Patricio Mendoza (40%) and his son, Sergio Mendoza (10%). They are focusing on Itata, Maule and Casablanca for Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. There are also some new sparkling wines this year. ~91-93 WA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eI am touting this as one of my greatest values of the year,\u003c\/strong\u003e despite it touching the $20 limit for that designation and suffering from low availability. This beautiful wine hails from the Itata Valley in southern Chile, one of the first places Spanish missionaries planted grape vines in the 1500s. \u003cstrong\u003eThe blend is syrah, carignan, grenache, mourvedre and petit verdot,\u003c\/strong\u003e from vines planted more than a century ago. With that blend, you might expect a monster of a wine, but this is light in body and lifting in aroma, with Bing cherry, sagebrush and a saline character on the finish.\u003cstrong\u003e It’s a bit cerebral; it wants your attention\u003c\/strong\u003e. And, \u003cstrong\u003eif you decant it an hour or more before dinner and hold back some for the next evening, your patience will be rewarded.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~3\/3 Washington Post  92pts ~Descorchados\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"P.S. 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Don Lorenzo Garcia was appointed to produce wine and brandy for the crown at the Hacienda de San Lorenzo. \u003cstrong\u003eThis set the stage for what is now acknowledged as the oldest winery in the Americas.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1893, Evaristo Madero purchased the property. His grandson, Francisco Madero would become one of the initiators of the 1910 Mexican Revolution and later become president of Mexico. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in the north central part of Mexico in Coahuila, at the foothills of the Sierra Madre Mountains, the Parras Valley is blessed with abundant water and the high elevation of 5000 feet provides warm days and cool nights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the modern winery is leading the modernization and future of winemaking in Mexico. The winery is ISO 9000 certified by the Lloyds Register. Several parcels now have USDA National Organic Program compliance. The winery is the first winery in the Americas to be recognized as a Grandes Pagos, the highest designation a winery can receive from the Spanish government. Currently, only 17 wineries in Spain have this designation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, the wines have won 800 medals to date at some of the most important international wine competitions around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVinification: 12 months in French oak, medium toast barrels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Red fruits, wild cherry, baking spices, well balanced and velvety tannins with an integrated, smooth finish. A touch of eucalyptus, cherry, and mint. 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In 2013 and 2014, the prestigious International Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Competition (IWSC) chose the winery as the \u003cstrong\u003e“Chilean Wine Producer of the Year”\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir mission is to\u003cstrong\u003e produce wines of the uppermost quality, always searching for excellence\u003c\/strong\u003e. Modern viticulture coupled with an exquisite cool climate in the Casablanca Valley allows them to produce \u003cstrong\u003esome of the best wines in all of Chile\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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