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It's a big statement, but this is a wine you could place on a table next to some real heavy hitters and it could very well come out on top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHailing from the Burgenland appellation, running along Austria’s border with Hungary southeast of Vienna, with a diverse topography and a mix of soils, more primary rock and slate at higher locations and dense loams in the rolling hills that extend toward the Pannonian plain (a warming influence that is important in getting the late-ripening Blaufränkisch fully mature). Moric’s organically farmed vineyards are home to 50-100 years old vines situated primarily in the Mittelburgenland sub-region\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eToday’s 2014 represents a selection of the very best of old-vine fruit, undergoing a native yeast fermentation in open-topped oak and steel vats, followed by 24 months of aging in barrels ranging in size from 500 to 3,600 liters. Bottled without fining and filtration and with only a minimal sulfur addition. 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Like many of those acclaimed addresses in Burgundy, Pey-Labrie makes a tiny amount of wine, just 2500 cases. That’s less than some “culty” Napa wineries, and much, much less than many of their Bordelaise neighbors. I am quite certain that you won’t find any luxury party vans or limousines parked outside this old-school Château, but what you will find inside is authentic, meticulously crafted wines that are monuments to the terroir and tradition of this region. Oh, and somehow they manage to find space to hold library wines too! Yup, that’s how we have a blockbuster 2010, aged for years in the cold cellar where it was born, transferred to the importers warehouse here in California, and then placed in front of you for less than $60. Now that’s an offer you really shouldn’t refuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough apt, the Burgundy comparison actually doesn’t quite do justice to the recent history of Moulin Pey-Labrie. That’s because the current owner\/operators didn’t inherit the property, and in fact they don’t come from winemaking families or backgrounds at all. Bénédicte and Grégoire Hubau actually come from Northern France, where they were working as an IT specialist and an engineer until they decided to leave their desk jobs behind and pursue their passion for wine. In 1988 they found just their ideal spot on the plateau of Fronsac, in an area of  the Right Bank in Bordeaux where land then (and even somewhat now) was still affordable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Château was quaint but still in good operating condition, and they kept the team that was already there on board in order to learn from them since they had zero real world experience in farming grapes and making wines. Despite this, they knew from the get go that they wanted to do things as naturally and with as little intervention as possible. They have been practicing organic farming all along, and they also have developed a process they call “subsoiling” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhich aerates the earth and allows microorganisms to develop freely, which in turn helps nourish the vines. In the cellar they consider themselves enlightened observers, allowing the work in the vineyard and their terroir to shine through.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe limestone\/clay soils of Canon-Fronsac are perfectly suited to elegant, age-worthy Merlot, which makes up 95% of the blend along with a touch of (now rare) Malbec. Every vintage at Moulin Pey-Labrie is sturdy, and built for the cellar, but 2010 is an exceptionally great year with tremendous aging potential. That said, this wine is already starting to hit a peak drinking window that I expect will last at least another five to ten years. A deep garnet red, with hints of violet and a touch of bricking at the rim, I would serve it at cellar temperature, in nice, big Bordeaux stems. After a good 30-60 minutes in the decanter a bevy of classic aromas awaits: purple plums, spiced cherries, wild blackberries, cigar box, leather, dried sage and mint, bitter chocolate, espresso, and a mineral, saline, iodine inflected finish. Serve with a rare piece of beef, or with any dish incorporating mushrooms and red wine. 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His 2015 Canavese Nebbiolo is in its sweet spot at nearly a decade of age, singing with a pitch-perfect balance of lifted fruit, delicate floral tones, and rumbling, earthy savor. And at $45 a bottle, it costs less than most “affordable” current release Barolo. This is seriously next level Nebbiolo, it just happens to hail from outside the more famous Langhe region. Bruno Giacometti is one of those quiet heroes the Italian wine scene seems full of–a passionate organic farmer fighting for his special corner of the country the best way he knows how: by making beautiful wines through unending diligence, unimpeachable craftsmanship, and incredible patience. Every Italian wine lover should be going deep on this. That such a shining example of Piedemontese brilliance is so affordable is merely the cherry on top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBruno Giacometti is located in the Canavese subzone of Piedmont. This is something like the halfway point between the Langhe hills where Barolo and Barbaresco are located and “Alto Piemonte,” where you find Ghemme and Gattinara. Canavese bears a strong resemblance to these latter appellations, its more northerly climes and acidic soils producing a tense and elegant style of Nebbiolo. This is a sub-alpine mesoclimate, the soils in the Nebbiolo vineyards dominated by soils derived from Mont Blanc itself. And it’s reflected in the vineyards. Bruno’s Nebbiolo holdings consist not just of clones from the Langhe, but also of the highly sought after Picotendro clone that’s native to Vallée d’Aosta. Picotendro is prized for the supremely elegant wines it renders, often highlighting the more floral and herbaceous aspects of the variety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBruno is a fierce defender of his region. The Giacomettis have farmed this land for generations, though it wasn’t until just after World War I that they shifted their focus to grape growing. Bruno was born in 1961, but didn’t take over the family winery until he was fifty years old, only after learning from his father for decades. He’s made a career of defending the region’s uniqueness, and is actually best known for his Erbaluce bottlings. This white grape frankly isn’t shown much respect by most producers, but through the decades, Bruno has discovered ways of working with it that elevate the wines to unheard-of heights for the variety. He’s willing to be similarly idiosyncratic with his Nebbiolo. The fruit for the wine is manually harvested, macerated for up to two months, then ages a year in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebotti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. All par for the course so far. But then Bruno moves the wine to tank for a full four years. He doesn’t want to release Nebbiolo in its brawny youth, but when it’s ready to drink. And boy is this ready to drink!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe strongly recommend using a Burgundy bowl to fully appreciate the aromatic range on display here. The 2015 Giacometti Canavese Nebbiolo pours a limpid ruby with very slight orange tones toward the rim. The nose is an explosion of Piedmontese herbs and fruit: fresh raspberry, dried cherry, plum skin, blood orange peel, sage, and rosemary. Leather, tobacco, and fallen leaf elements are just starting to creep in. On the palate it’s sinewy and juicy, the dried red fruit making a return, though the structure here is not the burly one you might expect from the variety. Instead, acid carries the day, and the overarching sense is not one of imposing tannin but incredible freshness. It’s in an absolutely beautiful spot right now, but we’ve got no doubt that this will go for decades more in your cellar. Rarely does such an opportunity to come along. Don’t pass it up!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42979866378294,"sku":"SOMM2408-BRUNO15CANNEB-750","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2015BrunoGiacometto_CanaveseNebbiolo_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1723819915"},{"product_id":"2010-chateau-moulin-pey-labrie-canon-fronsacsomm2501-mpl11canon-750","title":"2011 Château Moulin Pey-Labrie, Canon-Fronsac","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIf you could pluck one of the very top, “unicorn” domaines in Burgundy and plop it down on the Right Bank of the Gironde in Bordeaux then you might have something similar to Château Moulin Pey-Labrie. Like many of those acclaimed addresses in Burgundy, Pey-Labrie makes a tiny amount of wine, just 2500 cases. That’s less than some “culty” Napa wineries, and much, much less than many of their Bordelaise neighbors. I am quite certain that you won’t find any luxury party vans or limousines parked outside this old-school Château, but what you will find inside is authentic, meticulously crafted wines that are monuments to the terroir and tradition of this region. Oh, and somehow they manage to find space to hold library wines too! Yup, that’s how we have a blockbuster 2010, aged for years in the cold cellar where it was born, transferred to the importers warehouse here in California, and then placed in front of you for less than $60. Now that’s an offer you really shouldn’t refuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough apt, the Burgundy comparison actually doesn’t quite do justice to the recent history of Moulin Pey-Labrie. That’s because the current owner\/operators didn’t inherit the property, and in fact they don’t come from winemaking families or backgrounds at all. Bénédicte and Grégoire Hubau actually come from Northern France, where they were working as an IT specialist and an engineer until they decided to leave their desk jobs behind and pursue their passion for wine. In 1988 they found just their ideal spot on the plateau of Fronsac, in an area of  the Right Bank in Bordeaux where land then (and even somewhat now) was still affordable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Château was quaint but still in good operating condition, and they kept the team that was already there on board in order to learn from them since they had zero real world experience in farming grapes and making wines. Despite this, they knew from the get go that they wanted to do things as naturally and with as little intervention as possible. They have been practicing organic farming all along, and they also have developed a process they call “subsoiling” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhich aerates the earth and allows microorganisms to develop freely, which in turn helps nourish the vines. In the cellar they consider themselves enlightened observers, allowing the work in the vineyard and their terroir to shine through.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe limestone\/clay soils of Canon-Fronsac are perfectly suited to elegant, age-worthy Merlot, which makes up 95% of the blend along with a touch of (now rare) Malbec. Every vintage at Moulin Pey-Labrie is sturdy, and built for the cellar. That said, this wine is already starting to hit a peak drinking window that I expect will last at least another five to ten years. A deep garnet red, with hints of violet and a touch of bricking at the rim, I would serve it at cellar temperature, in nice, big Bordeaux stems. After a good 30-60 minutes in the decanter a bevy of classic aromas awaits: purple plums, spiced cherries, wild blackberries, cigar box, leather, dried sage and mint, bitter chocolate, espresso, and a mineral, saline, iodine inflected finish. Serve with a rare piece of beef, or with any dish incorporating mushrooms and red wine. 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It doesn’t seem possible: the going rate for a perfectly mature, 10-year old, cellar-direct Barbaresco from the near-perfect 2015 vintage is $70-$300+. We’ve got it for $45. The last 22 cases in America are not nearly enough to go around. This one won’t last long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePietro Boffa had a vision 57 years ago and today his son Carlo and grandson Gabriele—working just across the Via Torino from Angelo Gaja—work their prestigious crus: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRonchi and Cavanna and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ecraft their wine from 21-35 year old vines in traditional \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e25 hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels. L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eess than 1,000 cases produced, and most production goes to fine dining restaurants in the Langhe—which explains why it’s impossible to find.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love it:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine is a knock out for lovers of traditionally-made, artisan Barbaresco. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional combination of maturity, quality, and value that is hard to find anywhere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh and lively, brimming with scents of fresh and dried strawberries, red cherry, rosewater, and white truffles. Sappy and satisfying, it's all right here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis 2015 Barbaresco is ready to drink now but will continue to evolve beautifully over the next 5-10 years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Serve It:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e-Decant for 1 hour and s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eerve in red Burgundy \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eglassware at a temperature between 64-68°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-Pair with traditional Piedmontese dishes like Risotto al tartufo bianco or agnolotti or braised and roasted meats like veal, lamb and wild boar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43567787278390,"sku":"SOMM2503-CBF15BARB-750","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2015CarloBoffa_BarbarescoDOCG_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1742848315"},{"product_id":"2023-domaine-etienne-delarche-corton-les-renardes-grand-crusomm2504-drl23crnds-750","title":"2023 Domaine Etienne Delarche, Corton \"Les Renardes\" Grand Cru","description":"\u003cp\u003eDomaine Marius Delarche’s winery is in the foothills above Pernand-Vergelesses, where the family has been crafting wines from Corton since the 1940s. Philippe Delarche and his son, Etienne, jointly tended the vineyards and crafted the wine as a team until Philippe lost a long battle with cancer in 2007. Since then, Etienne has carried on, implementing the wisdom of his father and his own experiences around the world to produce beautiful wine one vintage after the next. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelarche’s holdings in “Les Renardes,” a prized lieu-dit of Grand Cru Corton, approaches 1,000 feet in elevation and enjoy prime southeastern sun exposure. In 2022 the perfectly ripe and balanced berries were hand-harvested and fully de-stemmed. A native-yeast fermentation occurred in stainless steel before the resulting wine was gently transferred into French barrels, 30% new, for one year of maturation. It was bottled without fining or filtration to capture every nuance this storied terroir has to offer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServed at 60 degrees, this superb Grand Cru doles out lush swells of red cherry, roasted plum, black raspberry, blood orange, underbrush, iron, baking spice, damp violet, wet stone, and muddled strawberry. It’s a delight to drink right now (over the course of two evenings) with supple berry fruit and profound minerality wrapped in a firm tannic frame. Decant it 30 minutes before serving at 60 degrees in Burgundy stems, and save a few others for revisiting in 5-7 years’ time. 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For Nuits-Saint-Georges, it's Henri Gouges.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe village’s signature combination of earthy power and lifted grace is exemplified by a wine like Gouges’ “Les Chênes Carteaux.” It’s no wonder that the Gouges family turns out benchmark renditions, though: not only have they been growing grapes in Burgundy for 400 years, not only was their estate one of the very first to bottle under its own name rather than sell to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enegociants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but Henri Gouges literally helped delineate Burgundy’s Premier and Grand Crus in the 1930s. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFew can compete with the Gouge family’s knowledge not just of Nuits-Saint-George, but of Burgundy as a whole, and you can taste their expertise in every bottle they produce.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you love the marriage of almost rustic soulfulness and spirited elegance that defines great Nuits-Saint-Georges, Henri Gouges is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e producer to drink. They don’t just live up the village’s benchmark, they set the benchmark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremier Cru Burgundy just doesn’t get much better: the nose soars with black cherry, pomegranate, and raspberry fruit married to woodsy and warm spice. Brooding, almost mushroomy earth – a hallmark of great NSG – undergirds it all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the palate its generous, powerful, and open, turning toward the dark fruit tones. Lithesome acidity and noticeable but polished tannins promise a decade or more of positive aging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink it now, or in ten years. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe just above cellar temp in Burgundy bowls. You’ll want to appreciate every aspect of the gorgeous aromas on display here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe alongside some of Burgundy’s famous country cuisine, especially a game bird dish like roasted duck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43698279972918,"sku":"SOMM2504-HGS22NSGCRT-750","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/DomaineHenriGouges_NuitsSt.Georges1erCruLesChenesCarteaux_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1745950755"},{"product_id":"2020-virna-barolo-noisomm2505-vrn20noi-750","title":"2020 Virna 'Noi', Barolo - Piedmont, Italy","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven in Barolo, few estates match the historical significance of the Borgogno family. Their viticultural roots stretch back to 1720—a full century before Barolo as we know it was even established. This extraordinary heritage passed to Virna Borgogno, who made history as Italy's first female oenology graduate before joining her father Lodovico in the cellar in 1988. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy 2001, Virna had established her own identity, bringing with her prized vineyard holdings and a philosophy that gave room to both tradition and modernity—truly the best of both worlds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Noi” (meaning “us” in Italian) draws from multiple sites across Barolo, where Nebbiolo subvarieties Lampia and Michet grow in densely planted vineyards (5,000 vines per hectare). The southeast and southwest exposures ensure optimal ripening for this notoriously late-maturing variety, while 30- to 50-year old vines contribute great concentration. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExuberance in the glass: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith gorgeous fruit expression, this captures all the sheer joy of drinking young Barolo—its intoxicating perfume of roses and crystalline red fruits—without the fierce tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromatic complexity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wine Advocate’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 93-point review noted its “classic Nebbiolo nose with dried redcurrant, dusty licorice, bitter chocolate and candied orange peel studded with cloves.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEXCEPTIONAL aging potential: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurprisingly approachable now, this wine will develop magnificently through 2040, gaining the complexity that makes aged Barolo so special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRare opportunity: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom a historic family estate led by a pioneering winemaker, this dual 93-point wine represents Piedmont's aristocracy at an unprecedented value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Serve It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe at 60-65°F in large Burgundy stems after a 30-minute decant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink now (with proper aeration) through 2040\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with classic Piedmontese cuisine—try pappardelle with wild mushroom ragù, or osso buco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43734867378230,"sku":"SOMM2505-VRN20NOI-750","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020VirnaBaroloNoi_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1747247742"},{"product_id":"2021-covalli-barbaresco-piedmontsomm2507-cvi21bpt-750","title":"2021 Covalli Barbaresco Piedmont","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 growing season in Barbaresco was nearly perfect. Warm days, cool nights, and a long, dry autumn that let Nebbiolo ripen slowly and evenly. Every producer in the region made great wine. The difference is what they charge for it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCovalli, a négociant, sources fruit from established growers and makes wine the way it's been made for generations. Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel. Aging in large, neutral \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebotti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that don't mask the fruit. Traditional winemaking that lets the terroir speak for itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result matches wines costing three times as much because the vintage was that good and the winemaking that clean. But here's the thing about négociants: they don't have estate overhead. No castello to maintain. No spoiled kid clubbing in Rome every summer to support. Just good fruit, honest winemaking without new oak, and realistic margins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChange is coming, Nebbiolo-hounds. When new tariffs hit Italian wine, Barbaresco under $30 will become a thing of the past. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was pitch-perfect. Antonio Galloni wrote “These are vivid, exceptionally beautiful wines that show the heights Nebbiolo can reach…The wines are aromatic, deep and structured. In other words, classic Barbaresco.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScore matches big names at less than half the price: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt $23, You're buying the same quality as the famous names for 50% or less. When tariffs kick in, this wine jumps to $30-$40 overnight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful fruit: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe love fruit-driven Nebbiolo. Raspberries, fresh strawberry, cranberries, and cherries are all out in force in a wine that would hold its own in a lineup with $30-$50 bottles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePull the cork two hours before dinner. Decant and let it breathe. Serve at 58°F in Burgundy glasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink now through 2031. The 2021 vintage has the structure to age beautifully. Perfect with truffle risotto, braised short ribs, or aged Gorgonzola.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43897041944630,"sku":"SOMM2507-CVI21BPT-750","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021CovalliBarbarescoPiedmont_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1752605088"},{"product_id":"2021-covalli-barbaresco-piedmont-august-club-somm2508cl-cvi21bpt-750","title":"2021 Covalli, Barbaresco Piedmont","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 growing season in Barbaresco was nearly perfect. Warm days, cool nights, and a long, dry autumn that let Nebbiolo ripen slowly and evenly. Every producer in the region made great wine. The difference is what they charge for it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCovalli, a négociant, sources fruit from established growers and makes wine the way it's been made for generations. Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel. Aging in large, neutral \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebotti\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that don't mask the fruit. Traditional winemaking that lets the terroir speak for itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result matches wines costing three times as much because the vintage was that good and the winemaking that clean. But here's the thing about négociants: they don't have estate overhead. No castello to maintain. No spoiled kid clubbing in Rome every summer to support. Just good fruit, honest winemaking without new oak, and realistic margins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChange is coming, Nebbiolo-hounds. When new tariffs hit Italian wine, Barbaresco under $30 will become a thing of the past. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2021 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was pitch-perfect. Antonio Galloni wrote “These are vivid, exceptionally beautiful wines that show the heights Nebbiolo can reach…The wines are aromatic, deep and structured. In other words, classic Barbaresco.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScore matches big names at less than half the price: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt $23, You're buying the same quality as the famous names for 50% or less. When tariffs kick in, this wine jumps to $30-$40 overnight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful fruit: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe love fruit-driven Nebbiolo. Raspberries, fresh strawberry, cranberries, and cherries are all out in force in a wine that would hold its own in a lineup with $30-$50 bottles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePull the cork two hours before dinner. Decant and let it breathe. Serve at 58°F in Burgundy glasses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink now through 2031. The 2021 vintage has the structure to age beautifully. Perfect with truffle risotto, braised short ribs, or aged Gorgonzola.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43923072254006,"sku":"SOMM2508CL-CVI21BPT-750","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021CovalliBarbarescoPiedmont_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1752605088"},{"product_id":"2013-dangelo-caselle-aglianico-del-vulture-riservasomm2508-dca13rsa-750","title":"2013 D'Angelo \"Caselle\" Aglianico del Vulture Riserva","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe’ve got a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU.S. exclusive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2013 D’Angelo “Caselle” Aglianico del Vulture Riserva\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—and only \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are up for grabs. This is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elibrary-level juice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and it’s being \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edished out strictly to VIPs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine is an elegant beast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e volcanic-soil Aglianico from 50+-year-old vines, aged like a Brunello (5 years before release), and now with another decade of bottle age. It’s smoky, brooding, mineral-packed, and just starting to hit its stride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLet’s be clear: You’re \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot finding a 2013 Barolo Riserva or Cru bottling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e anywhere near this price or a Taurasi Riserva with over a decade of bottle age for this price. This is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSouthern Italy’s answer to the greats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—and it’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003escandalously undervalued\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime to pounce!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe two most important red wine appellations in Southern Italy are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaurasi (Campania)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAglianico del Vulture (Basilicata).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Both showcase the Aglianico grape in all its muscular, mineral, dark-fruited glory. D’Angelo’s “Caselle” bottling is a benchmark—proof that these wines age like royalty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2013 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epure sensory experience with beautifully integrated tannins, inky color, and signature volcanic intensity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It could easily stand shoulder to shoulder with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etop reds from Mount Etna or aged single-Cru Barolo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The D’Angelo family has farmed the slopes of Monte Vulture for nearly a century, and their mineral-rich volcanic soils give this wine its unmistakable smoky, stony depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Caselle” is sourced from estate vineyards in Barile, with vines averaging 50 years old. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s aged 24 months in concrete, 24 months in cask, and a year in bottle before release—then held back even longer before this rare library release. It’s bold, brooding, and built to last another 10+ years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, the wine is a deep, nearly opaque ruby moving to garnet at the rim, with explosive aromas of crushed blackberries, black cherries, violets, grilled herbs, espresso, tobacco, grilled meat, and pulverized black stones. On the palate, it’s forceful and gripping—so decant for 45 minutes, serve cool (around 60°F), and use Burgundy stems to highlight its Barolo-like aromatic lift. Pair it with a hearty braised meat dish, and if you can, stash a few bottles away. With Aglianico of this caliber, the payoff will be huge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMolte Grazie!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44001831911478,"sku":"SOMM2508-DCA13RSA-750","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2013D_AngeloCaselleAglianico.png?v=1755188960"},{"product_id":"2021-domaine-michel-arcelain-beaune-siserpesomm2511-dma21bea-750","title":"2021 Domaine Michel Arcelain, Beaune \"Siserpe\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Michel Arcelain has been farming and bottling wine in Beaune for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e65 consecutive vintages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and the torch has now passed to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePierre Arcelain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, just 29 years old, who learned the craft directly at the side of his grandfather Michel—right up until Michel’s passing last year at the age of 98. This is not “new Burgundy” chasing fashion; this is lived-in knowledge, handed down vine by vine, harvest by harvest. The “Siserpe” parcel sits in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprime Beaune real estate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, tucked near \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClos du Mouches and several top Premier Cru sites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where limestone-rich soils and perfect exposure deliver Pinot Noir of perfume, finesse, and authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, this is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epure Beaune elegance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Pretty doesn’t even begin to cover it. Red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, and violet glide out of the glass, followed by hints of orange peel, tea leaf, and gentle spice. The palate is silky and precise—medium-bodied, finely etched, and beautifully transparent—with just enough savory depth to keep it grounded. It’s the kind of Burgundy that makes you slow down mid-sip, then immediately go back for another. Scarcity only sharpens the edge here: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejust 40 cases made it to the entire U.S.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and once they’re gone, this one slips back into obscurity where wines like this so often live.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is Burgundy for people who actually drink Burgundy—not trophy hunting, not inflated pricing, just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehonest, soulful Pinot from a family that’s been doing it right for generations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA true insider find\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Estate with 65 vintages, unknown outside Burgundy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrime Beaune terroir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 200 meters from Premier Crus Site Clos du Mouches and practically next door to others: Clos Ursules, Clos Saint-Landry, Clos des Avaux and Close de la Mousse Premier Crus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHauntingly pretty Pinot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Floral, red-fruited, silky, and quietly complex\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight decant or pop-and-pour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20–30 minutes before serving\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe at ~58–60°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Burgundy stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect with\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e roast chicken, duck breast, mushroom dishes, or simply on its own\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44652178735158,"sku":"SOMM2511-DMA21BEA-750","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021DomaineMichelArcelain_BeauneSiserpe.png?v=1767371819"},{"product_id":"2020-curto-marco-barolo-arborina-la-foiasomm2601-cur20bar-750","title":"2020 Curto Marco, Barolo (Arborina) \"La Foia\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2020 Curto Marco Barolo (Arborina) “La Foia” comes from a tiny, family estate in the Annunziata hamlet of La Morra, where Nadia Curto farms about 4 hectares on the famed Arborina hill with her father, Marco. Nadia is the daughter of Marco and the niece of legendary modernist Barolo producer Elio Altare, and her style is literally a blend of her father’s traditionalism and her uncle’s revolutionary techniques: long, hard-earned family farming experience, plus Altare-inspired organic, low‑intervention winemaking. She pushed Marco to bottle under the Curto name in the early 2000s and has since moved the estate toward organic viticulture and minimal manipulation, letting Nebbiolo and site do the talking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“La Foia” is especially important because it is Nadia’s more traditional Arborina bottling, made from some of the oldest Nebbiolo vines on the slope with longer maceration and aging in large botti rather than barrique. All the fruit still comes from Arborina—one of La Morra’s most coveted crus, with marne (marl) soils of clay and sand on a south to southeast exposure that give perfumed, structured yet supple Barolo—but La Foia shows the cru through a slower, more classic lens: deeper, earthier, and more ageworthy than her “modern” Arborina cuvée. That combination of blue‑chip terroir, old vines, and a stylistic bridge between Barolo Boys modernism and old‑school Langhe tradition is what gives this wine its cult appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy you’ll love it:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOld‑vine Arborina Nebbiolo delivers a core of red cherry, rose petal, licorice, and truffle‑tinged earth wrapped in fine but authoritative tannins—La Morra silk with real backbone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe “dual education” from Marco and Elio means you get clean, precise fruit and lift without losing the savory depth and aging potential that make classic Barolo so compelling. Expect a wine that is charming young with air, but really hits its stride 8–15 years from vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you love site‑transparent, minimally dressed Nebbiolo, this is a benchmark expression of Arborina that remains far more accessible in price and allocation than many neighbors working the same hill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to serve it:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive the 2020 a solid decant of 1.5–3 hours in a medium‑to‑large Burgundy or Nebbiolo stem to soften the tannins and let the floral and balsamic notes unwind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe at in the low 60s°F too warm and the alcohol and tannin jump, too cold and the nose shuts down. This is built for braised meats, rich pastas (tajarin with ragu, mushroom risotto), and aged cheeses that can match its structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re cellaring, plan on a drinking window from the mid‑2020s into the early\/mid‑2030s; for near‑term drinking, open it the day you pour or even “slow‑ox” in bottle for a few hours before decanting to really show what Arborina can do.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44664530665526,"sku":"SOMM2601-CUR20BAR-750","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020CurtoMarco_Barolo_Arborina_LaFoia_1.png?v=1767722207"},{"product_id":"2014-boehkenhootskloof-syrahsomm2601-boe14syr-750","title":"2014 Boekenhoutskloof Syrah","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"erp-sidecar:h-fit erp-sidecar:pb-0 mx-auto h-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-base\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"erp-sidecar:min-h-[var(--sidecar-content-height)] erp-mobile-sidecar:min-h-[var(--mobile-sidecar-content-height)] min-h-[var(--page-content-height)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pt-[var(--thread-visual-spacing)] md:pt-lg pb-[var(--thread-visual-spacing)] px-[var(--thread-visual-spacing)] border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"isolate mx-auto max-w-threadContentWidth\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mx-auto max-w-threadContentWidth\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"focus:outline-none\" id=\"radix-:r9d:-content-default\" aria-labelledby=\"radix-:r9d:-trigger-default\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-orientation=\"horizontal\" data-state=\"active\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-md mt-md flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid w-full min-w-0 grid-cols-[minmax(0,1fr)]\" data-orientation=\"horizontal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-start-1 row-start-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"focus:outline-none\" id=\"radix-:r2u8:-content-thread\" aria-labelledby=\"radix-:r2u8:-trigger-thread\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-orientation=\"horizontal\" data-state=\"active\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-md flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\" id=\"markdown-content-30\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-medium [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBoekenhoutskloof Syrah is one of South Africa’s modern Syrah benchmarks, grown primarily on schist-driven sites in Swartland and vinified in the historic Franschhoek Valley. The 2014 vintage comes from low-yielding vineyards on decomposed schist and rocky slopes, producing intensely flavored grapes that are fermented with a high proportion of whole clusters and aged in large neutral oak to emphasize savory spice, dark fruit, and mineral drive rather than overt wood. The result is a structured yet polished Syrah that bridges New World ripeness with a distinctly Old World, Northern Rhône–like profile.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.boekenhoutskloof.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Boekenhoutskloof-Syrah-2014.pdf\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe Boekenhoutskloof estate itself dates back to 1776 in Franschhoek, but its modern reputation was built from the mid-1990s under winemaker Marc Kent, who focused on site selection, low-intervention winemaking, and a tight range of flagship bottlings. While the cellar and historic farm sit in Franschhoek, the Syrah program leans heavily on top Swartland parcels such as Porseleinberg and Goldmine, whose poor, stony soils and dry-farmed vines give depth, tannic backbone, and a distinctive ferrous, herbal complexity. Together, Franschhoek heritage and Swartland terroir have made Boekenhoutskloof one of the country’s most acclaimed producers and a reference point for serious Cape Syrah.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.boekenhoutskloof.co.za\/milestones\/\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"why-youll-love-it\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eWhy you’ll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCombines dark plum and blackberry fruit with violet, pepper, and smoked-meat notes, giving a profile that feels like a polished spin on classic Northern Rhône Syrah.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/caviste.co.uk\/products\/2014-boekenhoutskloof-syrah\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eWhole-cluster, spontaneous fermentations and large, neutral oak bring texture and complexity without heavy-handed oak flavors, so the wine stays focused, savory, and energetic.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" aria-label=\"[PDF] SYRAH 2014 | Boekenhoutskloof\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.boekenhoutskloof.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Boekenhoutskloof-Syrah-2014.pdf\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e2014 has the structure and concentration to age gracefully but shows enough integration now that, with air, it delivers real depth and pleasure in the glass.\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" aria-label=\"Boekenhoutskloof Syrah 2014 - Rueda Wine Co.\" class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ruedawine.com\/product\/boekenhoutskloof-syrah-2014\/\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"how-to-serve-it\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eHow to serve it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDecant for 1–2 hours to let the whole-cluster spice and earthy notes unwind and soften the tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eServe at a cool cellar temperature, around 60–64°F, in a large Bordeaux or Burgundy stems to showcase the aromatics and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePair with grilled lamb, charred meats, venison, or braised dishes with herbs and olives—anything that plays with the wine’s pepper, smoke, and dark fruit character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"erp-sidecar:fixed erp-sidecar:w-full bottom-safeAreaInsetBottom p-md pointer-events-none z-10 absolute border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"max-w-threadContentWidth mx-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bg-base shadow-[0_1px_8px_2px_oklch(var(--foreground-color)\/0.1),0_36px_16px_36px_oklch(var(--background-base-color))] dark:shadow-[0_4px_12px_rgba(0,0,0,0.12),0_32px_16px_36px_oklch(var(--dark-background-base-color))] relative rounded-2xl border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-subtler\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative rounded-2xl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bg-raised w-full outline-none flex items-center border rounded-2xl dark:bg-offset duration-75 transition-all border-subtler shadow-sm dark:shadow-md shadow-super\/10 dark:shadow-black\/10 px-0 pt-3 pb-3 gap-y-md grid items-center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44664633753654,"sku":"SOMM2601-BOE14SYR-750","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2014BoehkenhootskloofSyrah_1.png?v=1767726181"},{"product_id":"2022-azienda-agricola-ronchi-barbaresco-ronchisomm2601-azi22agr-750","title":"2022 Azienda Agricola Ronchi, Barbaresco “Ronchi”","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAzienda Agricola Ronchi traces its roots to the late 19th century in Barbaresco, when Carlo Rocca—great-grandfather of current owner Giancarlo Rocca—began cultivating the prized Ronchi cru, an amphitheater-shaped hillside on the appellation's eastern edge that would become the family’s lifeblood. His son Giacomo expanded the vineyards, selling premium Nebbiolo to local wineries, while grandsons Alfonso and Albino split operations in the 1960s; Alfonso boldly began estate-bottling, earning early acclaim in 1975 when his Barbaresco was selected as a national prototype at Alba’s AIS Congress. Today, fourth-generation Giancarlo Rocca farms 16 hectares sustainably across Ronchi and nearby sites, vinifying only estate fruit with hands-on care—no herbicides, minimal tillage, and a nod to amphora trials—preserving the UNESCO-protected Langhe terroir of limestone marl and clay that cradles their home and cellars.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spaghettiemandolino.it\/en\/m753-azienda-agricola-ronchi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe 2022 Barbaresco “Ronchi” channels this legacy from 50-year-old vines hugging the family farm at 250 meters, southeast-exposed for dawn warmth and diurnal cooling amid the drought-challenged vintage. Hand-harvested Nebbiolo undergoes 12–15 days of native fermentation and maceration in steel, then rests 22–24 months in large Slavonian oak casks (standard Ronchi) or a barrique-botti mix for select lots, yielding a vivid, balanced expression of Ronchi’s compact marl: floral lift, red cherry, and herb-inflected finesse with ripe tannins and surprising freshness despite 2022’s heat.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/fleetstreetwine.com\/producers\/azienda-agricola-ronchi\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"why-youll-love-it\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eRonchi cru pedigree from vines circling the Rocca family home delivers classic Barbaresco silk—rose petal, wild strawberry, and balsamic herbs—with 2022’s concentration tamed by amphitheater cooling for early appeal.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.northberkeleyimports.com\/wordpress\/project\/azienda-agricola-ronchi\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFourth-generation soul shines in sustainable, hands-off winemaking: native yeasts, extended cask aging, and no fining yield pure Nebbiolo transparency, mid-90s potential in a “surprising” vintage.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.northberkeleyimports.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/RONCHI_barbaresco_ronchi.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eValue anchor for collectors: Ronchi’s limestone-clay depth rivals pricier neighbors like Rabajà, built for 10–15 year evolution yet vivid now, embodying Langhe history without flash.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/fleetstreetwine.com\/producers\/azienda-agricola-ronchi\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"how-to-enjoy-it\"\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDecant 2–3 hours or uncork overnight to unlock florals; serve at 60-64°F alongside braised veal, wild boar ragù, or aged Pecorino for tannin-fruit harmony.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/www.northberkeleyimports.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/RONCHI_barbaresco_ronchi.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eApproachable young through 2028 with a decant, but cellar undisturbed through 2040\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePair autumnal Piedmontese plates: risotto ai funghi or tajarin al ragù—its sappy acidity cuts richness while grippy structure lingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44693496889398,"sku":"SOMM2601-AZI22AGR-750","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022AziendaAgricolaRonchi_Barbaresco_Ronchi_1.png?v=1768507530"},{"product_id":"2021-e-pira-chiara-boschis-barolo-via-nuovaomm2602-pra21barnvnva-750","title":"2021 E. Pira Chiara Boschis, Barolo \"Via Nuova\"","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ng-tns-c3856530851-40\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"processing-state_container ng-tns-c3856530851-40 is-gpi-avatar is-mobile-layout is-embedded ng-trigger ng-trigger-processingStateShowHide ng-star-inserted is-done-processing\" id=\"processing-state-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"processing-state_details ng-trigger ng-trigger-menuExpansion ng-tns-c3856530851-40 is-gpi-avatar ng-star-inserted\" id=\"processing-state-1-summary\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,0\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe 2021 E. Pira Chiara Boschis Barolo \"Via Nuova\" is a masterclass in the art of the blend, a \"gorgeous wine in the making\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,1\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,2\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e that has commanded a staggering 96-point sweep from critics across the board, including Vinous, Wine Advocate, James Suckling, and Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,3\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,4\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. Chiara Boschis, the estate's visionary leader and the first female winemaker in Barolo, inherited some of the most enviable holdings in the Langa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,5\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,6\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. With the \"Via Nuova,\" she expertly weaves together fruit from six prestigious sites across Barolo, Monforte d’Alba, and Serralunga d’Alba to create a symphony of complexity that consistently goes toe-to-toe with the region's most serious single-vineyard crus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,7\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,8\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"button-container hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"button-container hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cbutton aria-label=\"Learn More\" aria-controls=\"sources\" class=\"mat-mdc-tooltip-trigger button image-fade-on hide-from-message-actions\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-describedby=\"cdk-describedby-message-ng-1-14\"\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"response-content ng-tns-c3310115221-39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering force-compact-layout enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_659e0da2b28cbd26\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,0\"\u003eThis current release is bright, energetic, and remarkably \"poised,\" defined by a profile of blood orange, plum, chalk, and rose petal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,2\"\u003e. Brisk acids and \"veins of tannin\"\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egive this mid-weight Barolo incredible drive and structure. While it shows immense promise today, the 2021 is a powerhouse designed for the long haul. It is a vintage to \"tuck away\"\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,6\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the deep corners of your cellar, where a few years of quiet slumber will allow it to reach its most expressive and transcendent state\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,8\"\u003e. Don't miss the chance to load up on this landmark 96-point release from a true legend of the Piedmont\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,9\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,8\"\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Press: 96 WA - 96 WS - 96 VM - 96 JS - 96 JD)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“ … a gorgeous poised wine . Bright and energetic with tons of drive the 2021 has so much to offer. Brisk acids and veins of tannin shape this dynamic mid-weight Barolo. Blood orange plum chalk and rose petal are some of the many notes that come alive with aeration. The Via Nuova is a gorgeous wine in the making but it needs a few years to be at its most expressive.” - 96 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44771982573622,"sku":"SOMM2602-PRA21BARNVNVA-750","price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/E.PiraChiaraBoschis_BaroloViaNuova_0ec3d63b-0e27-45ce-b7f8-95990c9690ae.png?v=1770052362"},{"product_id":"2022-jacques-girardin-santenay-clos-rousseau-1er-crusomm2603-jgrd22sntrs-750","title":"2022 Jacques Girardin, Santenay “Clos Rousseau” 1er Cru","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDomaine Jacques Girardin sits at the fiery southern tip of the Côte de Beaune, where Santenay’s iron-rich slopes deliver Pinot Noir with backbone and soul. A family affair since the 1500s but domaine-bottling only since ’78, Jacques and Valérie—now with son Justin—farm 17 hectares sustainably across Santenay 1ers, Savigny, and Chassagne, coaxing old vines through gentle extraction and precise oak. Clos Rousseau is their crown jewel: a rare 1er Cru monopole-like parcel on the Santenay-Maranges edge, where 45-year-old vines dig into limestone-marl for wines that marry Santenay’s rustic chew with unexpected finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe 2022 Clos Rousseau arrives in one of the Côte de Beaune’s most forgiving modern vintages—ripe fruit, sleek tannins, no green edges. Southeast-facing at mid-slope, it yields black cherry, rose, clove, and ferrous earth over vibrant acidity and fine-grained structure, all from destemmed berries, native ferments, and 15 months in barrel (just 20% new). This isn’t Santenay’s brooding brute; it’s layered, perfumed, and built to evolve—proof that the south can sing with the north when the hands are right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eRipe 2022 Santenay from 45-year-old vines: black cherry, spice, iron snap with silky tannins and no rusticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBenchmark southern Côte de Beaune 1er at half the Meursault price—elegant depth that overdelivers every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAgeworthy structure meets instant charm: generous fruit now, serious terroir for 10+ years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to serve it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCool it to 55–58°F in a Burgundy stem—let the perfume and mid-palate bloom without chilling the soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDecant young bottles or give 45 minutes in glass; older ones pop and pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eGrilled lamb chops, wild mushrooms, or aged Comté make it soar—its ferrous edge craves earth and smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44778144202806,"sku":"SOMM2603-JGRD22SNTRS-750","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022JacquesGirardin_Santenay_ClosRousseau_1erCru.png?v=1771973077"},{"product_id":"2019-diego-morra-barolo-cru-monviglierosomm2602-dmra19brmonv-750","title":"2019 Diego Morra, Barolo Cru \"Monvigliero\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the meticulously mapped world of Barolo, the French-inspired term \"Grand Cru\" finds its Italian soul in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMGA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esystem. At the absolute apex of this hierarchy sits \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonvigliero\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. If Barolo were Burgundy, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonvigliero would be its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusigny\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a site of legendary elegance and soaring aromatics. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiego Morra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stands in the \"catbird seat\" of this 20-hectare hillside as its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elargest single owner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, farming 4 hectares of heirloom vines that average 40 years of age. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinding a 2019 or 2020 Monvigliero for under $100 is nearly impossible in today’s market,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with several benchmark bottlings now commanding well over $200 (see the retail snapshot below). At just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$95.00 on two or more bottles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this offering represents a rare window to secure a true pillar of the appellation before the market fully corrects to its rightful pedigree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magic of Monvigliero lies in its unique geography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Positioned in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVerduno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the northernmost commune of Barolo, the vineyard is deeply influenced by its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eclose proximity to the Tanaro River\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. While southern villages often face intense heat, Monvigliero benefits from cooling nocturnal air currents that descend from the Alps and follow the riverbed. This creates a dramatic diurnal shift, preserving the high-toned, spicy aromatics—white pepper, red currant, and dried rose—that have made this Cru the most sought-after \"hot territory\" for serious collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorra’s 2019 is classic Nebbiolo transparency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It pours a brilliant, translucent garnet, immediately erupting with the \"tell-tale\" Monvigliero signatures: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecracked white pepper, blood orange, wild strawberry, and sandalwood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e On the palate, the wine is silky and weightless, showing the incredible finesse of its limestone-rich \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarne di Sant’Agata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e soils. The 2019 is r\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eemarkably elegant, defined by fine-grained tannins and a salt-streaked mineral finish t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehat benefits from 60 to 90 minutes of aeration. It is a wine of 'breeding'—vibrant and expressive now, yet possessing the structural architecture to evolve gracefully for two decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2019 Monvigliero Retail Snapshot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eG.B. Burlotto:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $530 – $599 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(The Legend)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVietti:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $199 – $250 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(The Modern Powerhouse)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScarpa:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $199 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(The Traditional Stalwart)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFratelli Alessandria:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $120 – $130\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (The Historic Verduno Peer)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiego Morra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$95.00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(On 2+ bottles @ SommSelect)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMolte Grazie!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e=======\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 Points, Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Jump into a glass where black cherries and wild plums meet woodland spices and star anise. The aromatics keep building: fresh blackberries dusted with cardamom forest floor and sweet pipe tobacco creating a fascinating complexity. The flavors surge forward with impressive concentration where toasted oak currently frames the wine but needs time to fully harmonize with the abundant fruit. Each element speaks of finesse rather than raw power bringing energy and vibrancy to every sip. This is a serious wine showing both immediate appeal and future promise through its purity and thoughtful craftsmanship.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44815198257206,"sku":"SOMM2602-DMRA19BRMONV-750","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/IMG-9433.png?v=1771204536"},{"product_id":"2018-cascina-adelaide-barolo-bussiasomm2602-cas18bar-750","title":"2018 Cascina Adelaide, Barolo \"Bussia\"","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bg-base isolate p-md md:p-lg erp-sidecar:pt-0 erp-mobile-sidecar:pt-lg erp-mobile-sidecar:pb-[100px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mx-auto flex flex-col pointer-events-auto max-w-threadContentWidth gap-md md:gap-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-md md:mt-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col gap-md md:gap-lg w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-state=\"active\" data-orientation=\"horizontal\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"radix-:r1a:-trigger-default\" id=\"radix-:r1a:-content-default\" class=\"focus:outline-none\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col gap-y-md md:gap-y-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-lg flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super bg-transparent\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" id=\"markdown-content-3\" class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCascina Adelaide’s 2018 Barolo “Bussia” hails from a prized parcel in the Dardi-Mondoca subsection of Bussia MGA, Monforte d’Alba—one of Barolo’s most revered crus for structured Nebbiolo. Owner Amabile Droco, who transformed a historic farmhouse into a gravity-fed cellar in 1999, farms this steep, calcareous marl site by hand, shunning herbicides for cover crops and natural manure to nurture soil vitality. Slow native fermentations and 24 months in large neutral French botti yield a silky, red-fruited beauty with wild cherry, blueberry, menthol, iron, and campfire ash, balanced by firm yet refined tannins—elegant now but built for 2043.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eSustainable but uncertified organic, Cascina Adelaide emphasizes terroir-driven finesse across its top crus like Cannubi and Fossati, earning nods from Wine Spectator and Parker. The 2018 vintage delivers Bussia’s classic backbone with modern polish: macerated raspberry and plum lift the nose, while savory spice lingers long. Serve at 64-68°F after 1-2 hours decanting to unlock its layered complexity—a mid-term gem from a rising star estate.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"why-youll-love-it\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBussia’s Soul in Every Sip: That Dardi-Mondoca parcel pumps out Nebbiolo with pure Monforte muscle—think iron-laced cherries and ashy minerality that evolve for decades, without the brute force of La Morra’s fluff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFinesse Meets Power: Droco’s low-intervention magic tames Bussia’s wild tannins into silk, delivering menthol zips and blueberry depth that haunt your palate like a perfect ‘16, but drinking beautifully now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritic Darling, Insider Secret\u003c\/strong\u003e: Everyone who's tasted it agrees: 2025-2043 arc—cellar a case for your library build, or pop one tonight to flex on guests who still chase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"how-to-serve-it\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDecant up to 120 minutes and serve in Burgundy bowls between 60-64°F \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePair with braised short rib or aged Gouda to let Bussia’s savory spine shine, elevating your dinner to Piedmont pilgrimage status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44842348052534,"sku":"SOMM2602-CAS18BAR-750","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2018CascinaAdelaide_BaroloBussia.png?v=1771541605"},{"product_id":"2023-franck-balthazar-cornas-cuv-e-casimirsomm2602-fbzr23crncsmr-750","title":"2023 Franck Balthazar, Cornas \"Cuvée Casimir\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFranck Balthazar is the man currently holding the keys to the Northern Rhône’s most historic dirt, and for the collector community, this is the moment we’ve been waiting for. While Thierry Allemand’s name carries the weight of a legend and the price tag of a small inheritance, the real energy in the region has shifted toward Balthazar’s cellar. He isn’t just \"another\" producer; as the biological and spiritual successor to the late, great Noël Verset, Franck inherited a 100-year-old lineage of Syrah that has been farmed by hand and horse for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNamed after Franck's grandfather, the \"Cuvée Casimir\" is the collection's most approachable entry. Sourced from vines nearly 30 years old planted on granitic soils, this bottling serves as a vibrant introduction to the Balthazar style without the need for a decade of cellaring. It beautifully captures the energy of the vintage through a \"soil-to-glass\" purity that is a hallmark of the estate.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Note:\u003c\/b\u003e A vibrant, peppery, and red-fruited Syrah that offers immediate accessibility and fresh granitic character.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Vinous Media\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94 Points, Vinous Media:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 Cornas Cuvée Casimir Balthazar opens with expressive notes of orange blossom, fresh violets, black cherry, red plum, stemmy nuances and fine traces of cured meat. On the medium-bodied palate, it shows lifted freshness and impressive clarity. This is a carefully built, densely packed Cornas that I admittedly underestimated when tasting it from barrel at the winery last year. Like the Chaillot Cuvée Hommage from the same vintage, it carries tremendous intensity yet never feels heavy. Simply gorgeous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jeb_dunnuck_240x240.png?v=1769834039\" alt=\"Jeb Dunnuck\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94 Points, Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe classic cuvée from this singular vigneron, the 2023 Cornas Cuvée Casimir Balthazar offers beautiful, ripe, sun-kissed notes of red and black fruits, pepper, roasted meats, and graphite on the nose. It's medium to full-bodied on the palate, with plenty of ripe tannins and a great finish. It freshens up with air and shows more violet and black pepper, has fine tannins, and is just a classy Cornas that I'd be thrilled to drink any time over the coming two decades. Drink 2026-2046.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44877535969334,"sku":"SOMM2602-FBZR23CRNCSMR-750","price":115.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023FranckBalthazar_CornasCuveeCasimir.png?v=1772138029"},{"product_id":"2023-franck-balthazar-cornas-chaillotsomm2602-fbzr23crncht-750","title":"2023 Franck Balthazar, Cornas \"Chaillot\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFranck Balthazar is the man currently holding the keys to the Northern Rhône’s most historic dirt, and for the collector community, this is the moment we’ve been waiting for. While Thierry Allemand’s name carries the weight of a legend and the price tag of a small inheritance, the real energy in the region has shifted toward Balthazar’s cellar. He isn’t just \"another\" producer; as the biological and spiritual successor to the late, great Noël Verset, Franck inherited a 100-year-old lineage of Syrah that has been farmed by hand and horse for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe \"Chaillot\" is the flagship and heart of the domaine, featuring 100-year-old vines acquired directly from Franck's uncle, the legendary Noël Verset. As the definitive benchmark for the \"Verset style\" in the modern era, this is a profound and structured wine. It is born from the sun-drenched natural amphitheater of decomposed granite that defines Cornas' most primal terroir.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Note:\u003c\/b\u003e A profound, structured, and deeply mineral Syrah that serves as the ultimate expression of historic Cornas terroir.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e96 Points, Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMuch more structured and powerful, the 2023 Cornas Chaillot exhibits a quintessential Cornas style with red and black fruits, graphite, crushed stone, and violet notes on the nose. It has full-bodied richness, lots of tannins, plenty of mid-palate depth, and a great finish. It shows the sunny, sun-kissed style of the vintage and deserves 4-5 years of bottle age. It will see its 20th birthday in fine form. Drink 2030-2045.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44877571194934,"sku":"SOMM2602-FBZR23CRNCHT-750","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023FranckBalthazar_CornasChaillot.png?v=1772137718"},{"product_id":"2023-franck-balthazar-cornas-cuv-e-hommagesomm2602-fbzr23crnhmg-750","title":"2023 Franck Balthazar, Cornas \"Cuvée Hommage\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFranck Balthazar is the man currently holding the keys to the Northern Rhône’s most historic dirt, and for the collector community, this is the moment we’ve been waiting for. While Thierry Allemand’s name carries the weight of a legend and the price tag of a small inheritance, the real energy in the region has shifted toward Balthazar’s cellar. He isn’t just \"another\" producer; as the biological and spiritual successor to the late, great Noël Verset, Franck inherited a 100-year-old lineage of Syrah that has been farmed by hand and horse for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOften referred to as the \"Holy Grail\" of the cellar, \"Cuvée Hommage\" is a microscopic production from the very oldest vines within the Chaillot vineyard, planted in 1914. This rarity is so limited that it is seldom seen on retail shelves in the United States. It represents the pinnacle of Franck Balthazar’s work, marrying ancient vine depth with unparalleled precision.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Note:\u003c\/b\u003e A rare, high-toned, and complex Syrah from century-old vines, offering a singular and deeply soulful \"soil-to-glass\" experience.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94 Points, Vinous Media: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe complex 2023 Cornas Chaillot Cuvée Hommage glows instantly with delicate, ripe blackberry, graphite, orange peel, dried violets and stemmy accents. Mid-range but almost full in feel, round and loaded with fresh verve, the 2023 is such a gorgeous Cornas from the talented Franck Balthazar, leading the palate to the finish with such delicacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44877581811766,"sku":"SOMM2602-FBZR23CRNHMG-750","price":299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023FranckBalthazar_CornasJuliette.png?v=1772137877"},{"product_id":"2023-domaine-de-montille-volnay-en-champanssomm2603-ddm23ech-750","title":"2023 Domaine de Montille, Volnay \"En Champans\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe quintessential Volnay, \"En Champans\" strikes a perfect balance between power and finesse. It is incredibly fragrant with rose petals and raspberries, supported by a sturdy but fine-grained tannic backbone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerious collectors understand that Domaine de Montille is more than an estate; it is the philosophical heartbeat of Burgundy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The family’s modern history was famously captured in the documentary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMondovino\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where the late, legendary Hubert de Montille stood as the fierce defender of terroir against the \"Parkerization\" and globalization of wine. Hubert’s unwavering commitment to purity and high-acid, long-lived wines set the stage for his son, Etienne de Montille, who took the helm in the late 90s. Etienne has since masterfully evolved the estate—transitioning to full biodynamic farming while refining the wines' textures to be more supple and aromatic in their youth, without sacrificing their legendary aging potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2023 vintage at Montille is a masterclass in \"terroir transparency.\" This release is severely limited; we are navigating an allocation landscape of bottles, not cases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Across the globe, these wines are vanishing into private cellars before they ever hit a shelf. For the true Burgundy enthusiast, this represents a rare opportunity to secure a vertical slice of Côte d'Or history from an estate that prioritized soul over scales. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritcal Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eJasper Morris (Inside Burgundy) 92-95 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44929393524790,"sku":"SOMM2603-DDM23ECH-750","price":209.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023DomainedeMontille_VolnayEnChampans.png?v=1773790941"},{"product_id":"2020-roagna-barbaresco-albesanisomm2603-rgna20barbalb-750","title":"2020 Roagna, Barbaresco “Albesani”","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRarely does an arrival carry this much weight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020 Roagna releases are officially here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, marking a pivotal acquisition for the serious Nebbiolo collector.While many iconic Piedmontese producers are already rolling into their 2022 releases, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoagna remains \"as traditional as it gets,\" holding their wines back to ensure they reach a baseline of maturity before ever leaving the cellar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis patient approach pays dividends in the glass, but it also means our allocation is measured in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprecious bottles, not cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For those building a world-class cellar, these are the rare, fleeting quantities that define a collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow under the guidance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuca Roagna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the family’s lineage in Barbaresco stretches back so far they were crafting wine before glass bottles were the industry standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Luca has masterfully balanced this \"umpteenth-generation\" heritage with refined modern precision. While maintaining the signature long macerations that place Roagna in the same breath as legends like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCappellano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiacomo Conterno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Luca has shifted aging protocols to include time in cement vessels. This evolution preserves the soul of the fruit and the clarity of the terroir, resulting in wines that are extraordinarily age-worthy yet possess a newfound elegance upon release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your journey into the elite tier of Italian wine, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis allocation is a must-have. These bottles represent the intersection of history and artisan mastery,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but with such limited stock, they will not remain in our cellar for long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Suckling 97 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA restrained and elegant wine with aromas of dried violets, dried cherries, meat and minerals. Full-bodied, tense and vivid, with firm, velvety tannins, juicy and almost citrusy tension and a polished finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinous Media 94 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003epresents an elegant, restrained expression of Albesani. Dried cherry, crushed flowers, cedar, mint and pipe tobacco open with a bit of coaxing. This ethereal, haunting Barbaresco has to much to offer. It will be interesting to see if it gains weight with time in bottle. Today, it is very much on the delicate, aromatic side of things.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Roagna Wine Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna_logo-8_480x480.png?v=1775035620\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Roagna Wine Lineup\" href=\"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/roagna-the-traditional-soul-of-piedmont-new-limited-releases\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Roagna Wine Lineup\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna-2017-Line-Up_600x600.jpg?v=1775034025\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084353822774,"sku":"SOMM2603-RGNA20BARBALB-750","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020Roagna_Barbaresco_Albesani.png?v=1774463133"},{"product_id":"somm2603-rgna20barbgl-7502020-roagna-barbaresco-gallina","title":"2020 Roagna, Barbaresco “Gallina”","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRarely does an arrival carry this much weight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020 Roagna releases are officially here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, marking a pivotal acquisition for the serious Nebbiolo collector.While many iconic Piedmontese producers are already rolling into their 2022 releases, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoagna remains \"as traditional as it gets,\" holding their wines back to ensure they reach a baseline of maturity before ever leaving the cellar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis patient approach pays dividends in the glass, but it also means our allocation is measured in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprecious bottles, not cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For those building a world-class cellar, these are the rare, fleeting quantities that define a collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow under the guidance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuca Roagna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the family’s lineage in Barbaresco stretches back so far they were crafting wine before glass bottles were the industry standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Luca has masterfully balanced this \"umpteenth-generation\" heritage with refined modern precision. While maintaining the signature long macerations that place Roagna in the same breath as legends like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCappellano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiacomo Conterno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Luca has shifted aging protocols to include time in cement vessels. This evolution preserves the soul of the fruit and the clarity of the terroir, resulting in wines that are extraordinarily age-worthy yet possess a newfound elegance upon release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your journey into the elite tier of Italian wine, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis allocation is a must-have. These bottles represent the intersection of history and artisan mastery,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but with such limited stock, they will not remain in our cellar for long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Gallina vineyard is known for its richness, and Roagna coaxes a rare level of velvety depth out of this 2020 release. It is a supple, expansive expression of the vintage, highlighting the sun-drenched elegance and floral aromatics of Neive's most famous natural amphitheater.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Suckling 96 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"A graceful and floral wine with aromas of dried roses, minerals, embers, licorice, strawberries and rhubarb. Full-bodied, smooth, dense, firm and tight yet ripe, with a polished yet thick finish. Drinkable now, but best from 2027.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKerin O'Keefe 96 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"You can just get lost in the nose on the intensely fragrant Roagna 2020 Gallina thanks to its scents of blue flower, pine forest, wild berry and dark spice. The palate is all about elegance, featuring tart cherry, bitter orange, licorice, wild herb and truffle. It’s well balanced, with fresh acidity that keeps it lifted and polished tannins.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_spectator_240x240.png?v=1769834039\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWine Spectator 95 Points:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"There’s ample ripe fruit and a supple texture in this fluid red, featuring cherry, strawberry, rhubarb, mineral, tar and underbrush flavors. Vibrant and long, this is elegant overall, the driving acidity defining its linear profile. Though enjoyable now, this will come together in a few years. Best from 2028 through 2045.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Roagna Wine Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna_logo-8_480x480.png?v=1775035620\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Roagna Wine Lineup\" href=\"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/roagna-the-traditional-soul-of-piedmont-new-limited-releases\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Roagna Wine Lineup\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna-2017-Line-Up_600x600.jpg?v=1775034025\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084360605750,"sku":"SOMM2603-RGNA20BARBGL-750","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020Roagna_Barbaresco_Gallina.png?v=1774462898"},{"product_id":"2020-roagna-barbaresco-pajesomm2603-rgna20barbpj-750","title":"2020 Roagna, Barbaresco “Paje”","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRarely does an arrival carry this much weight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020 Roagna releases are officially here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, marking a pivotal acquisition for the serious Nebbiolo collector.While many iconic Piedmontese producers are already rolling into their 2022 releases, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoagna remains \"as traditional as it gets,\" holding their wines back to ensure they reach a baseline of maturity before ever leaving the cellar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis patient approach pays dividends in the glass, but it also means our allocation is measured in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprecious bottles, not cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For those building a world-class cellar, these are the rare, fleeting quantities that define a collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow under the guidance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuca Roagna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the family’s lineage in Barbaresco stretches back so far they were crafting wine before glass bottles were the industry standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Luca has masterfully balanced this \"umpteenth-generation\" heritage with refined modern precision. While maintaining the signature long macerations that place Roagna in the same breath as legends like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCappellano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiacomo Conterno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Luca has shifted aging protocols to include time in cement vessels. This evolution preserves the soul of the fruit and the clarity of the terroir, resulting in wines that are extraordinarily age-worthy yet possess a newfound elegance upon release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003er of Italian wine, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis allocation is a must-have. These bottles represent the intersection of history and artisan mastery,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but with such limited stock, they will not remain in our cellar for long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Suckling, 97 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"An elegant and stylish wine with fresh violets, roses, wild strawberries, earthy minerals and hints of Sichuan pepper and licorice on the nose. Full-bodied, firm, tense and fresh with a dusty texture, yet tight and well packed. Austere finish. Drinkable now, but best from 2027.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKerin O'Keefe, 97 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"The captivating Roagna 2020 Barbaresco Pajè beguiles with its flower shop aromas of red rose, lavender and violet that intertwine with forest floor, new leather and eucalyptus. On the elegant palate, notes of star anise, truffle and blood orange accent a red cherry core before a tangy mineral finish. Taut, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity keep it well balanced.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinous Media, 95 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Roagna Wine Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna_logo-8_480x480.png?v=1775035620\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Roagna Wine Lineup\" href=\"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/roagna-the-traditional-soul-of-piedmont-new-limited-releases\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Roagna Wine Lineup\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna-2017-Line-Up_600x600.jpg?v=1775034025\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084367585334,"sku":"SOMM2603-RGNA20BARBPJ-750","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020Roagna_Barolo_Pira_1.png?v=1774462745"},{"product_id":"2020-roagna-barolo-pirasomm2603-rgna20brpra-750","title":"2020 Roagna, Barolo “Pira”","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRarely does an arrival carry this much weight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020 Roagna releases are officially here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, marking a pivotal acquisition for the serious Nebbiolo collector.While many iconic Piedmontese producers are already rolling into their 2022 releases, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoagna remains \"as traditional as it gets,\" holding their wines back to ensure they reach a baseline of maturity before ever leaving the cellar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis patient approach pays dividends in the glass, but it also means our allocation is measured in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprecious bottles, not cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For those building a world-class cellar, these are the rare, fleeting quantities that define a collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow under the guidance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuca Roagna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the family’s lineage in Barbaresco stretches back so far they were crafting wine before glass bottles were the industry standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Luca has masterfully balanced this \"umpteenth-generation\" heritage with refined modern precision. While maintaining the signature long macerations that place Roagna in the same breath as legends like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCappellano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiacomo Conterno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Luca has shifted aging protocols to include time in cement vessels. This evolution preserves the soul of the fruit and the clarity of the terroir, resulting in wines that are extraordinarily age-worthy yet possess a newfound elegance upon release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your journey into the elite tier of Italian wine, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis allocation is a must-have. These bottles represent the intersection of history and artisan mastery,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but with such limited stock, they will not remain in our cellar for long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_spectator_240x240.png?v=1769834039\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Spectator, 96 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"This red is like a laser, yet there’s also a sappiness to its texture midpalate, with cherry, cranberry, rose hip, menthol and mineral flavors. Notable for its harmony, complexity and length, with an aftertaste that just keeps coming. Best from 2029 through 2047.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinous Media, 95 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" ... a powerful, tightly wound young Barolo. Dried herbs, incense, licorice, tobacco and crushed autumn leaves add layers of nuance. This starts open with a bit of coaxing, suggesting a few years in bottle or a good bit air will do the trick. The tannins are insistent, but also polished.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKerin O'Keefe, 95 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRed berry, hay, lavender and dried botanical herb slowly appear on the beautiful 2020 Barolo Pira from Roagna along with a whiff of graphite. Showing extreme class and finesse, the palate features cranberry, tart red cherry, bitter orange, star anise and ground clove before closing on a salty mineral note. Lithe, glossy tannins provide polished support.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/roagna-the-traditional-soul-of-piedmont-new-limited-releases\" title=\"Shop Roagna collection\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna_Cases_d370b786-1a4e-4010-88ca-854034dfa14f.webp?v=1775848050\" alt=\"Roagna Wine\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084447572022,"sku":"SOMM2603-RGNA20BRPRA-750","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020Roagna_Barolo_Pira.png?v=1774462590"},{"product_id":"2020-lano-gianluigi-barbaresco-rocche-massaluposomm2603-lan20gia-750","title":"2020 Lano Gianluigi, Barbaresco \"Rocche Massalupo\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eGianluigi Lano took over his father's wild Nebbiolo vineyards in San Rocco Seno d'Elvio and bottled his first Barbaresco in 1990 with just 600 bottles total—marking the birth of a rising star.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlongside wife Daniela and son Samuele, he's transformed those family plots into certified organic, untamed ecosystems where no herbicides, pesticides or fertilizers touch the soil. Drive through this southern Barbaresco village and Lano's vineyards scream authenticity: alive with groundcover, brimming with microbial life, yielding pristine grapes from Rocche Massalupo—the sole cru entirely within San Rocco Seno d'Elvio. This hillside gem wraps south-southeast to northwest; Lano's south-southwest parcels share space with legends like Pio Cesare, cementing its blue-chip pedigree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe 2020 Rocche Massalupo delivers jaw-dropping precision and deliciousness from a stellar vintage—lithe, aromatic Nebbiolo that drinks beautifully now yet cellars decades\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUltra-minimalist winemaking—indigenous yeasts in concrete, two years in massive 25hl botti—preserves soil-driven purity: blood orange, tar, rose petal, sandalwood exploding from the glass. No sommelier can resist; it's earned by-the-glass glory at French Laundry and star turns on Quince lists. This is Barbaresco's queenly finesse at its peak—feminine tension over Barolo brawn, outclassing $100 peers while tasting like a revelation tonight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"why-youll-love-it\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSommelier secret weapon\u003c\/strong\u003e: French Laundry\/Quince darling—pure Nebbiolo perfume and minerality that leaves Barolo in the dust.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco's feminine edge\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lithe elegance over power; Rocche Massalupo's south-facing contour yields rose, tar, blood orange in spades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsane value play\u003c\/strong\u003e: Organic, single-cru pedigree matching $100 heavyweights—but priced to drink tonight or cellar 20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-to-serve-it\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecant 60min at 60°F\u003c\/strong\u003e: Burgundy stems unlock currant, sandalwood, cigar box; garnet-to-orange rim signals peak now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Piedmont pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e: Red wine risotto, tajarin with rabbit ragù; versatile enough for roast chicken and grilled salmon too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellar strategy\u003c\/strong\u003e: Buy 6+—check every 2-3 years; 2020's balance evolves like 2000s Lano legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45145238208566,"sku":"SOMM2603-LAN20GIA-750","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020LanoGianluigi_BarbarescoRoccheMassalupo.png?v=1774382322"},{"product_id":"2021-virna-borgogno-barolo-sarmassasomm2604-vir21bar-750","title":"2021 Virna Borgogno, Barolo \"Sarmassa\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven in Barolo, few estates match the historical significance of the Borgogno family. Their viticultural roots stretch back to 1720—a full century before Barolo as we know it was even established. This extraordinary heritage passed to Virna Borgogno, who made history as Italy's first female oenology graduate before joining her father Lodovico in the cellar in 1988. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy 2001, Virna had established her own identity, bringing with her prized vineyard holdings and a philosophy that gave room to both tradition and modernity—truly the best of both worlds. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe legendary Sarmassa Cru sits among Barolo's bolder sites, its fuller body and silkier tannins setting it apart from leaner neighbors—perfect for 2021's structured fruit. \u003c\/span\u003eThe 2021 Sarmassa, from 1970s\/80s Nebbiolo (Lampia and Michet), ferments in concrete then ages 18 months across Slavonian casks and Allier tonneaux, yielding a ripe, generous cru profile true to its warm, clay-driven south slope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"why-youll-love-it\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-2245a87c-7fff-87f6-ca69-85d141fdb66f\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExuberance in the glass: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWith gorgeous fruit expression, this captures all the sheer joy of drinking young Barolo—its intoxicating perfume of roses and crystalline red fruits—without the fierce tannins.\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-2245a87c-7fff-87f6-ca69-85d141fdb66f\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-60ed2cde-7fff-379f-12e3-cd8b65ff91d4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEXCEPTIONAL aging potential: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSurprisingly approachable now, this wine will develop magnificently through 2036+, gaining the complexity that makes aged Barolo so special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRare opportunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom a historic family estate led by a pioneering winemaker, this dual 93-point wine represents Piedmont's aristocracy at an unprecedented value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"how-to-serve-it\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eServe at 60-65°F in large Burgundy stems after a 30-minute decant\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-646bd472-7fff-13b4-8529-00e148d7c66f\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with classic Piedmontese cuisine—try pappardelle with wild mushroom ragù, or osso buco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCellar a decade plus easily; 2021's balance rewards patience without demanding it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Accliam:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_advoate_logo_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e95 Points, Wine Advocate: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompared to the Cannubi, the Virna Borgogno 2021 Barolo Sarmassa is a little more mineral-driven, and that is a quality I love. The youthful bouquet is wound tight, but you still get aromas of pencil shaving, petrichor and chalky stone. The wine comes roaring out with impressive intensity and an underlying sense of focus and definition. These are some of the best qualities of the balanced 2021 vintage.\"- Monica Larner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45166503919670,"sku":"SOMM2604-VIR21BAR-750","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/VirnaSarmassaBarolo.png?v=1776191773"},{"product_id":"2023-domaine-vincent-paris-cornas-granit-30somm2604-dvp23cgr-750","title":"2023 Domaine Vincent Paris, Cornas, Granit 30","description":"\u003cp\u003eShould you ever spot Vincent Paris, or any of the greatest growers in the Northern Rhône in their tasting rooms, it’s going to be after 5PM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy? These sweltering, windy granite hillsides, their suffering Syrah vines cruelly lashed to stakes, require immensely backbreaking labor during daylight hours. Vincent’s right there, hiking up a terrace, pruning his vines to 4 bunches per vine (when the norm is 5-7), ensuring even ripeness and great concentration. He’s one of the best growers in Cornas, naming his “Granit 30” cuvée for its unforgiving 30% slopes. You’ll search for a long time for a better buy in top-class Rhône, and the price is going nowhere but up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love it:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVERY savvy buy for long-term cellaring, a fraction of the price of a comparable Côte-Rôtie or Hermitage. \u2028\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfumed with notes of boysenberry, violets, freesias, and bacon fat, it had critic Stuart Pigott exclaiming, “What grace and elegance this has,” adding it’s “Really concentrated.”\u2028\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally made: no yeast is added, and minimal sulfur is added only at bottling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Serve it:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy now with a 60-minute decant, or tuck away for another 5-10 years.\u2028\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe in Syrah \/ Rhône stems at 60℉\u2028\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with seared lamb rib chops marinated in wine, garlic, black pepper, and ras el hanout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vincent_paris_wine.jpg?v=1776421427\" alt=\"Domaine Vincent Paris, Cornas\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45320747417654,"sku":"SOMM2604-DVP23CGR-750","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023DomaineVincentParis_Cornas_Granit30.png?v=1775757457"},{"product_id":"2022-domaine-arnoux-beaune-1er-cru-en-genetsomm2604-dar22bur-750","title":"2022 Domaine Arnoux, Beaune 1er Cru \"En Genêt\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are looking for the \"bottled sunlight\" of the 2022 vintage without the triple-digit price tag, look no further than the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2022 Domaine Arnoux, Beaune 1er Cru \"En Genêt.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e While the elite 1er Crus of Beaune—”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBressandes”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCent Vignes”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and “\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClos du Roi”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eare currently commanding $80 to $155 per bottle, we have secured a US exclusive on their direct neighbor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nestled perfectly between those heavyweight sites, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEn Genêt\" is the secret weapon of the Côte de Beaune, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoffering the pedigree of a top-tier site with a more accessible profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e We’ve negotiated a price that breaks the Burgundy curve. For the price of a standard Village-level wine from a famous name, you are getting a meticulously farmed, 1er Cru thoroughbred from one of the most exciting vintages of the decade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is pure silk with “pin-bright” energy! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2022 vintage has a specific hallmark: accessibility. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike cooler years that often hide behind a wall of aggressive tannin, these wines are singing right now. Expect a succulent core of wild strawberry and cranberry crunch, layered with exotic Asian spices and a floral lift that defies the warmth of the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Arnoux family legacy is rooted in neighboring Chorey-lès-Beaune, where they have farmed for four generations. While their home base is in Chorey, their expertise covers the region, allowing them to coax the best expression out of prestigious Beaune 1er Cru sites like \"En Genêt.\" Pascal Arnoux is a master of the \"judicious\" touch; he farms 20 hectares sustainably and de-stems entirely to ensure that the tannins remain supple and the fruit remains the star. The result is a classically styled Burgundy that manages to be both hedonistic and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eTasting Note:\u003c\/b\u003e A pulse-pounding exercise in transparency and tension. The nose erupts with high-toned red fruit, damp earth, and dried rose petals. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and crystalline, showing incredible fruit purity framed by finely-etched tannins and a mineral finish that punches way above its weight class. Drink now or cellar for 7–10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022_Domaine_Arnoux_Beaune_1er_Cru__En_Genet__cellar_cb89a652-19fa-4741-afdc-8ee9b0afe530.jpg?v=1776684869\" alt=\"Domaine Arnoux Cellar\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45330350833718,"sku":"SOMM2604-DAR22BUR-750","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022DomaineArnoux_Beaune1erCruEnGenet.png?v=1775859599"},{"product_id":"2023-pousse-dor-corton-bressandes-grand-cru-red-burgundysomm2604-pdo23bur-750","title":"2023 Domaine de la Pousse d’Or, Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecure your allocation of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2023 Domaine de la Pousse d’Or Corton-Bressandes Grand Cru\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a standout \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU.S. Exclusive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that defies the current trajectory of Burgundy pricing. While the market sees newly released Grand Crus skyrocket, we are shattering the status quo: at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$159.00 w\/ tiered price breaks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the opportunity to secure such pedigree at this value is a thing of the past. Sourced from a \"scant acre\" of vines ranging from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 to 70 years old, this is the undisputed powerhouse of the Pousse d’Or lineup and a premier value-to-quality play for the serious collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate’s history is legendary, once forming a singular domain alongside icons like Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and Clos de Tart. Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Domaine de la Pousse d’Or remains among the Burgundian elite, boasting a rare portfolio of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 Grands Crus, 11 Premiers Crus, and 3 Monopoles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The 2023 vintage, their cleanest and most abundant crop since 1999, allowed for a crystalline focus on acidity and freshness rather than high alcohol. This biodynamic approach ensures the wine captures the regal essence of the Hill of Corton with impeccable clarity and poise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegal and profoundly complex, this Pinot Noir unfolds with a majestic core of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewild cherries, black raspberries, and candied orange peel, layered against cocoa powder, violets, and earthy minerals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. 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