Foreign Wines

Douro Tinto
Portugal
It is an elegant combination of red fruits and well-integrated oak notes, with a lively acidity that provides a fresh palate and an excellent backbone to this wine. It has an intense garnet colour with violet reflections, intense aromas of red cherry with hints of sweet basil and white pepper.

Merlot 77%, Cabernet Sauvignon 19%, Cabernet Franc 3%, Malbec 1%
Château La Croix St. Vincent is born in vineyards located in the southern part of the Pomerol plateau.
It is produced mainly with Merlot grapes and with Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Malbec grapes, harvested and selected entirely by hand. After traditional fermentation in steel for 14-16 weeks at controlled temperature, the wine matures for 11-15 months in partially new oak barrels before being released for sale.
It presents an intense ruby red colour. On the nose, it opens with elegant aromas of red berry fruits. On the palate, it is complex and smooth, with ripe tannins.

region of Carso - Slovenia
The Terrano from Vina Cotar is a red wine that is agile and taut like a violin string. It's like biting into a crunchy red fruit, combining its wild character with texture, freshness, and a light tannin. A dangerously drinkable wine!
When in winter you are at home in front of the warmth of your fireplace preparing roasted chestnuts and outside your window the first snow is falling, it is time to open a nice Terrano, which will make your afternoon even more relaxing.

Grapes

Malbec, Corvina.

Tasting notes

Appearance intense ruby red.
Nose ripe cherry and sweet spices.
Palate rich and intense with cherry and berries, good persistence and soft tannins.
A red wine with an unprecedented aromatic richness, produced in the organic estate Masi Tupungato in Mendoza, Argentina. A modern wine with an unconventional style, striking for its fruity intensity and light spiciness. It draws its strong and generous nature from the local Malbec grape, while the slightly dried Corvina Veronese gives it the pleasant and friendly style of Venetian wines.

California Pinot Noir Private Selection.
It comes from the northernmost area of the Californian Central Coast, where the Pinot Noir branded Robert Mondavi Private Selection is produced. The more continental climate of the region has proven to be extraordinarily suitable for hosting this famous French variety, which over the decades has adapted very well to this particular area of California. Thus, a particularly dynamic red is born, rich in facets, capable of evolving magnificently in the bottle over the years.
Aging: Stainless steel tank, French oak
Colour: Light ruby red.
Aroma: Initially, floral notes of rose are perceived on the nose, followed by decidedly fruity tones that evoke memories of strawberries, cherries, and raspberries.

Taste: On the palate, it is consistent with the nose, revealing itself to be harmonious, soft, and of excellent length.

Rioja - Spain
The Calzadas de Aradón is a high-quality red wine made from a blend of Tempranillo (80%), Garnacha (10%) and Graciano (10%). With its elegant and deep ruby colour, it offers an intense and complex bouquet with notes of berries, mineral touches, and hints of incense and liquorice. On the palate, it is smooth with a long aftertaste, enriched by the freshness and fruity flavour of the Graciano and Garnacha varieties.

Clarendelle Médoc Rouge Clarence Dillon is a red wine with a long and enveloping taste that reflects the well-defined personality of the Bordeaux, Médoc vineyards. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot grapes, it is a rich Médoc AOC full of aromas and hints of the local terroir: a voluminous glass with a robust character.

This second wine from the prestigious Château Cos d’Estournel comes from the younger vines of the estate. In the past, this production was intended for Château de Marbuzet, but in 1994, the cellars of Cos decided to inaugurate the production of a second wine. The young vines, aged between 5 and 20 years, are cultivated with the same care as the older vines. Powerful, enveloping, intensely aromatic and extremely persistent on the palate: Les Pagodes de Cos is a wine of great elegance. We recommend tasting it after two to three years of ageing to appreciate all its greatness.

Maceration of 3 weeks with whole clusters - Indigenous yeasts - Ageing for 8 months in 30 hl wood

Silver Heights - Est Helan Mountain - Regione Ningxia
Biodynamic Cabernet Sauvignon.
Silver Heights represents a new horizon for the wine world. It is, in fact, a Chinese estate located in the Ningxia region. Its origins date back to 1997, when Gao Lin began cultivating vines in these lands, which had particularly favourable pedoclimatic conditions for viticulture. In the following year, he undertook a series of trips to France and Germany to study and expand his knowledge of new trends and techniques practiced in Europe. His daughter refined her technical preparation with oenological studies in Bordeaux, where she also worked at Château Calon Ségur, before completing her knowledge with a series of visits to the main wine regions of old Europe, before returning home with a valuable wealth of experience.

The new generation has consolidated the company, making it one of the most important high-end estates in the country. It quickly stood out in the Chinese landscape thanks to a wealth of knowledge from the best European domaines. Today, the property has a comprehensive area of about fifty hectares, which are cultivated following the principles of biodynamics. A choice based on respect for the environment, allowing only the use of natural substances. In the vineyard, sulphur copper, horn manure, horn silica, and other preparations based on herbal infusions are used, which make the plants stronger and more resistant to diseases. All inter-row work and grass cutting are carried out mechanically, promoting the practice of green manuring to make the soils more fertile in an absolutely natural way and without fertilisation.
Of course, the same production philosophy applies to the winery, with absolute attention and respect for the raw materials, to enhance the varietal aromas of the grapes and the character of the terroir. The vinifications are carried out with spontaneous fermentations and the use of indigenous yeasts. The aging follows the great French tradition, both for whites, often inspired by the great Burgundy school, and for reds, which instead refer to Bordeaux models based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

Silver Heights - Est Helan Mountain - Regione Ningxia
cross between Cab.Sauvignon and Biodynamic Grenache

Organic Carmenère
The Carmenère from the Las Condes winery is the jewel of the production, made from carefully cultivated Carmenère grapes in the vineyards of the Maule Valley, in the heart of Chile. This region, protected by the Andes and close to the Pacific Ocean, offers a unique environment that favours the production of superior quality wines.
Chile offers an endless variety of ideal conditions for winemaking. The unique geological characteristics, altitude, and climate combine to create a unique environment for viticulture. The Las Condes winery, founded in the late 1990s, takes advantage of these unique variables to produce excellent wines.

With 600 hectares of land, Las Condes is one of the largest wineries in Chile. Environmental awareness is fundamental, and since 2012 the company has embraced organic farming for all its vineyards.

The parcels, differing in latitude, climate, altitude, and geology, offer a diverse range of terroirs. The cooler areas, such as Casablanca, are dedicated to the cultivation of whites, while the more temperate regions, such as Colchagua, are ideal for red varieties, such as Carmenère.

The grape varieties cultivated by Veramonte embrace both classic international varieties and indigenous ones, such as Carmenère, which reflects the authenticity and tradition of Chile.

The Carmenère from the Las Condes winery is the jewel of the production, made from carefully cultivated Carmenère grapes in the vineyards of the Maule Valley, in the heart of Chile. This region, protected by the Andes and close to the Pacific Ocean, offers a unique environment that favours the production of superior quality wines.

Artisanal Winemaking: The manual harvest occurs when the grapes reach perfect ripeness. The winemaking takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks, where the grapes macerate for at least two weeks. The wine then ages for at least twelve months in French oak barriques. After blending and bottling, the wine rests in the cellar before being ready for the market.

Sensory Experience: Of a captivating ruby red colour, the Carmenère Las Condes offers delicate aromas of red fruit, such as cherry, blueberry, and blackberry, accompanied by notes of sweet spices and hints of leather. On the palate, it is well-structured, harmonious, and fresh, with perfectly integrated velvety tannins. The long and persistent finish leaves an unforgettable impression.

Gamay and Pinot Noir, spontaneous fermentation. Aged for about 6 months in steel.
Non-certified organic.
Nose: fresh, vegetal, fruity with notes of herbs and citrus peel
Palate: crunchy, juicy and light. Fruity entry and herbal finish
Appearance: Ruby red with violet reflections


We are located in Cesset in the Appellation of Saint-Pourcain, in the northern area of Auvergne, where the soils become less volcanic and have a greater presence of clay, silt and limestone. In this area, there is a geological and stylistic shift (in terms of winemaking) towards a matrix typical of the nearby Burgundy, sharing the main cultivated grape varieties: Pinot Noir, Gamay and Chardonnay, with the exception of Tressallier being the only indigenous white grape.


Here, Brian Barbara, son of Denis Barbara (owner and founder of Domaine Grosbot-Barbara), took over a Domaine originating from the late 1800s and then abandoned in the early 2000s, founding the “Domaine Clos de Breuilly” where he decided to produce simple, clean and transparent wines, showcasing the true soul of an area rich in history and tradition.

Le Cerf Volant Rouge is a blend of Pinot Noir and Gamay from young vines of about 20 years located in two different plots in Breux and Les Burliers.
A bold, juicy, crunchy and fun wine, simple and free despite the millimetric precision that characterizes Brian's touch. The Pinot Noir brings elegance, spice and vegetal notes, while the Gamay adds juice, fruit and straightforwardness.

Château Pichon Baron 2016, 2nd Grand Cru Classé in 1855
AOC Pauillac, Deuxième Grand Cru Classé, Bordeaux, France

Our Grand Vin, Château Pichon Baron 2nd Grand Cru Classé in 1855, comes from the oldest vines of the estate's historic terroir.
This authentic Pauillac offers an intense sensory experience, with notes of black fruits and spicy hints. Château Pichon Baron expresses elegance, power, and exceptional persistence on the palate.
It improves year after year and can age in the cellar for over 40 years.

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THE VINTAGE

WEATHER CONDITIONS
The 2016 vintage was characterised by contrasting weather conditions: a cold and rainy winter, a wet spring, and a hot, dry summer. A beautiful autumn (Indian summer) favoured the perfect ripening of the grapes.
The flowering took place in excellent conditions. From mid-July onwards, temperatures approached the seasonal average and rainfall was sparse until veraison. These restrictive conditions favoured the thickening of the skins and the concentration of polyphenols.
The harvest took place in ideal conditions, without sanitary pressure: reasonable yield, favourable climate, remarkable quality.
The balance of polyphenolic compounds gave rise to powerful but elegant tannins with a strong personality.
We conducted rigorous parcel selections and adopted gentle extractions, adapted to each terroir.
Fermentation temperatures were kept between 27 and 29°C. Maceration times ranged from 19 to 27 days. Racking was completed at the end of November.

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HARVEST
The harvest at Château Pichon Baron took place from 3 to 18 October, starting with the Merlot from the plateau from 3 to 5 October, followed by the early Cabernet Sauvignon on deep gravel in the great terroirs, harvested from 10 to 18 October.

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THE WINE

BLEND
85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot

AGEING
18 months, 80% in new barrels and 20% in one-wine barrels.

Les Tourelles de Longueville 2019, Pauillac
AOC Pauillac, Bordeaux, France

Les Tourelles de Longueville is one of the two second wines of the estate. It takes its name from the characteristic towers of the castle and embodies all the charm of the place.
The grapes that make up the blend of this wine come mainly from the Sainte Anne plot, predominantly planted with Merlot, which gives the wine a distinctive personality.
Les Tourelles invites you to an experience of indulgence, charm, roundness, and voluptuousness.
This wine represents a gateway to the spirit of the Pichon Baron estate. It can be enjoyed young or aged in the cellar for over 15 years.

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THE VINTAGE

WEATHER CONDITIONS
The 2019 vintage was characterised by a rainy spring and early June, followed by a hot and dry summer. The cool temperatures in spring limited the aggressiveness of downy mildew, and the favourable climatic conditions created an environment free from fungal pressure.
The rapid warming of the soil at the end of winter allowed for regular and homogeneous budding, followed by slow growth. However, these cool spring conditions did not favour flowering, causing a moderate coulure (flower drop), except in the earliest terroirs.
The last decade of June brought warm and dry summer conditions, with some rain between late July and early August. The sun and heat stimulated the development of fruity aromas in the Cabernets and the accumulation of polyphenols in the skins.
Water stress during ripening accelerated the accumulation of sugars, the degradation of acids, and increased the phenolic potential of the berries. The tannins also benefited from these conditions.
Veraison began between 4 and 5 August in the early vineyards and concluded quickly in mid-August in a homogeneous manner.
The warm and dry conditions led to exceptional richness of the grapes by mid-September, while the first rains at the end of September made the skins more fragile and accelerated the harvest.
This moisture, welcome and necessary, stabilised the concentration of sugars and allowed us to continue the harvest more serenely. The 2019 vintage was characterised by high alcohol levels and low total acidity (little malic acid).

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HARVEST
The harvest took place from 18 September to 11 October:
• from 18 September to 1 October for the Merlot
• from 30 September to 11 October for the Cabernet Sauvignon
• until 1 October for the Cabernet Franc
• until 4 October for the Petit Verdot

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THE WINE

BLEND
68% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot

AGING
12 months: 70% in one-wine barrels, 30% in new barrels

okaj macerated on the skins, unfiltered, with spontaneous fermentation

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