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Vintages Release February 17, 2024

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Rosés

Caves d'Esclans Whispering Angel Rosé, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.C., France: From Sacha Alexis Lichine, Caves d'Esclans Whispering Angel rosé continues to be a crowd-pleaser. Bone-dry and medium-bodied, it is a juicy Grenache, Cinsault, Rolle, Syrah and Tibouren rosé wine blend with fresh red berry, strawberry, citrus zest, grapefruit, and dried herbs wrapped up in mouth-watering acidity. Chill and enjoy it with roast duck accompanied with a cherry and rosemary sauce. Rosé food pairings: marinated olives and chorizo tapas, a charcuterie platter, salmon burgers. Drink: 2024 - 2025 325076 13% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 93/100. February 2024. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Other Wines/Drinks

Orleans Borbón Manzanilla Fina, Jerez D.O., Spain: From Sanlúcar de Barrameda in Jerez, Orleans Borbón is an excellent value Manzanilla Fina (375 ml) at $13. Grapes for this Fino sherry were sourced from Palomino vines planted in 1973 in Albariza soils. Clean on the nose and bone-dry with saltwater aromas, dried chamomile, citrus curd and toasted nut flavours umami textured and fresh on the palate. Chill at 6º to 8ºC and serve it with olive tapenade, salted nuts and cheeses. Manzanilla Fina food pairings: olive tapenade, jamon Iberico, grilled chorizo sausage. Drink: 2024 - 2027 400515 15% XD 375 mL $13.95 Score: 93/100. February 2024. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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