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Vintages Release August 5, 2023

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Red Wine

Fortemasso Castelletto Barolo 2016, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Fortemasso Castelletto 2016 Barolo is produced from 100% Nebbiolo sourced from a five-hectare parcel in Castelletto owned by the Beretta family. The 2016 vintage is a beauty of a Barolo, dry, full-bodied with rich bright cherry, pink florals, zesty and savoury on the palate. Tannins are firm. Drink or cellar to 2036. Barolo food pairings: roast goose, meat-lover's pizza, grilled game sausages. Drink: 2023 - 2037 31410 14.5% XD 750 mL $80.95 Score: 91/100. August 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Domaine Drouhin Oregon La Maisonnette Chardonnay 2020, Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States: Domaine Drouhin Oregon, La Maisonnette 2020 Chardonnay is produced by a well-known and respected Burgundian producer who brought his skill and expertise with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to Oregon in the late 1980s. Grapes from this vintage were sourced from vines thriving in the volcanic and basalt soils of the winery's Dundee Hills estate. Dry, medium-bodied and elegant, look for fresh apple, pear, mineral and lemon tarte flavours with a minerally finish on this stylish New World Chard from the Willamette Valley wine region. Chardonnay food pairings: Farmer's pork chops in a wild mushroom sauce, poached salmon dishes, grilled seafood dishes. Drink: 2023 - 2027 32073 13.9% XD 750 mL $46.95 Score: 91/100. August 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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