{"title":"Fall Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the \u003cstrong\u003ebest wines for fall\u003c\/strong\u003e, selected by our sommeliers for cooler nights, seasonal cooking, and long dinners. From \u003cstrong\u003eRed Burgundy, Barolo, and Northern Rhône Syrah to Loire Chenin Blanc, White Burgundy, Jura, Rioja, and Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e, these are wines defined by depth, texture, earth, spice, and unmistakable character.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2022-chateau-beaucastel-chateauneuf-du-papesomm2512-cbe22cdp-750","title":"2022 Château Beaucastel, Châteauneuf-du-Pape","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2022 Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the flagship from one of the Rhône's most storied estates, blending all 13 permitted varieties (30% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre, 10% Syrah, 10% Cinsault, 10% Counoise, plus small amounts of whites like Roussanne, Picpoul, etc.) from biodynamically farmed, old vines on the northern edge of the appellation. The 2022 vintage—a sunny, ripe year with excellent balance—was hand-harvested, with Grenache\/Cinsault in cement tanks and Syrah\/Mourvèdre in foudres; all aged 100% in large foudres (no small barrels) for 12–18 months to preserve freshness and terroir. Deep purple hue, aromas of wild black berries, dark cherries, licorice, spices, chocolate, garrigue, and Provençal herbs; medium-to-full-bodied with dense, velvety tannins, seamless texture, peppery mid-palate, and long, mineral finish. Critics are losing their minds over this wine: Jeb Dunnuck 95 (\"overflowing... reminds me of 2009\"), Wine Advocate 94 (\"deep and dense... velvety tannins\"), Vinous 94 (\"ripe and refined... highly recommended\"), James Suckling 97 (\"textured, layered... enormous mineral freshness\"). Drinkable now and will cellar for another 20 years.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bestofwines.com\/wine\/wine-producer\/chateau-de-beaucastel\/chateauneuf-du-pape-2022.htm\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\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\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau de Beaucastel\u003c\/strong\u003e, owned by Famille Perrin since 1909 (roots to 1549), spans 100+ hectares in biodynamic conversion, famed for its complex, age-worthy style that balances power and elegance. The Perrins (Marc, Pierre, Thomas, et al.) emphasize organic\/biodynamic farming, whole-cluster ferments where apt, and foudre aging to let the galets-roulés soils shine through Mourvèdre's meaty spine and Grenache's fruit. 2022 captures the vintage's generosity—ripe yet fresh—with Beaucastel's signature spice, garrigue, and longevity, outperforming many peers in a year of high quality across Châteauneuf.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vineyardbrands.com\/content\/Tech%20Sheets\/0055\/0055-25-09-04-08-56-13-108.pdf\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 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\/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\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo surprise critics are losing their minds over this wine\u003c\/strong\u003e: 97 JS, 95 JD, 94 WA\/Vinous—ripe, expressive 2022 with density, velvety tannins, and 20-year potential rivaling 2009.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vintagewineshoppe.net\/product-page\/2021-chateau-de-beaucastel-chateauneuf-du-pape-rouge\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\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\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-13-grape complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Biodynamic old vines yield black fruits, garrigue, licorice, and spice in foudre-aged harmony—no small oak heaviness.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bestofwines.com\/wine\/wine-producer\/chateau-de-beaucastel\/chateauneuf-du-pape-2022.htm\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\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\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenchmark estate in top vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perrins' mastery shines in sunny 2022, delivering sunny richness with freshness and structure for cellaring or drinking.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-label=\"Chateauneuf du Pape 2022 Chateau de Beaucastel - Best of Wines\" data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bestofwines.com\/wine\/wine-producer\/chateau-de-beaucastel\/chateauneuf-du-pape-2022.htm\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 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\/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 1–2 hours (or double-decant) to unfurl aromas and melt tannins; serve 60–65°F in large Rhône or Burgundy stems.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-label=\"Chateauneuf du Pape 2022 Chateau de Beaucastel - Best of Wines\" data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bestofwines.com\/wine\/wine-producer\/chateau-de-beaucastel\/chateauneuf-du-pape-2022.htm\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\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\"\u003eGrill lamb chops, braised short ribs, wild game, or mushroom ragù—its spice and density match hearty meats.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-label=\"Chateauneuf du Pape 2022 Chateau de Beaucastel - Best of Wines\" data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bestofwines.com\/wine\/wine-producer\/chateau-de-beaucastel\/chateauneuf-du-pape-2022.htm\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\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\"\u003eDrink now–2027 for fruit, hold through 2042.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points, James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A textured, layered, precise red, showcasing aromas of cherries, raspberries, warm herbs, bay leaves and baking spices. It’s medium- to full-bodied with silty, beautifully melted tannins. So integrated. Lively and focused, with plenty of energy and verve complementing the ripe red fruit and dried herbs. Intense stream of spices in the long, flavorful finish. From organically grown grapes. Try after 2027.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points, Decanter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Dark and inky in colour this year. It’s fresh in its berry fruits, really quite powerful, with muscular tannins and driving acidity behind. A dense, dark and brooding vintage of Beaucastel. The aromatic precision however is extremely impressive: elderberry, sloe and blackberry. It’s solid and will age well. Do not drink this young, as it will likely disappoint if opened too early. Grenache and Cinsault fermented in cement, Syrah and Mourvèdre fermented in foudres. Syrah and Counoise are whole bunch fermented.(MW)\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points, Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The 2022 Châteauneuf Du Pape is some serious Provençal goodness, with just about overflowing aromas and flavors of sweet raspberries, blackberries, peppery garrigue, and Provençal spices. It has the sunny, expressive, complex style of the vintage, medium to full-bodied richness, ripe tannins, and a great finish. As with most 2022s, it has plenty of upfront charm yet solid underlying tannins as well. It reminds me slightly of the 2009 and will have two decades of longevity.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Chateau_Beaucastel_estate.jpg?v=1766879686\" alt=\"Château Beaucastel\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44407111581750,"sku":"SOMM2512-CBE22CDP-750","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022ChateauBeaucastel_Chateauneuf-du-Pape_1.png?v=1764955295"},{"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":"2023-albert-joly-bourgogne-aligotesomm2602-ajo23bou-750","title":"2023 Albert Joly Bourgogne Aligoté","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDomaine Albert Joly is a tiny, family-run estate in the heart of Puligny-Montrachet, tracing its roots back over 300 years to 1741 when the Joly family first appeared on the local cadastre as vineyard owners under the Seigneur de Puligny. Today, spanning just 4.5 hectares across 20 small parcels—all in Puligny plus a touch of Meursault—the domaine is managed by Sylvie Prévot-Joly, her brother-in-law Gilles Gérard, and Sylvie's son Quentin, honoring her father Albert. While 85% of their harvest is sold as mout (fresh juice) to elite négociants like Chanson, Bichot, and Girardin, the estate bottles only 15% of production, crafting all-white wines in a modest cellar beneath their family home amid the vines. Their holdings include 0.8 hectares of fine Aligoté, nearly 2 hectares of Bourgogne Chardonnay, and prized Puligny villages sites like Les Tremblots (with 60-year-old vines), Les Charmes (extending Meursault's famous 1er Cru), Les Reuchaux, Les Nosroyes, and Les Houlières—old vines averaging 40-50 years, pruned simply via Guyot with bud-thinning for low yields and hand-harvested precision.\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 2023 Bourgogne Aligoté captures Puligny's limestone finesse in this underappreciated grape, drawn from their 0.8-hectare plot on the village plain. In a generous yet balanced vintage marked by ripe fruit and cool-night freshness, the wine undergoes whole-cluster pressing, natural settling, and barrel fermentation (less than a third new oak), followed by 18 months of lees aging with minimal stirring and no fining or filtration. This yields a taut, vivid expression: bright citrus zest and green apple laced with white flowers and subtle hazelnut, its racy acidity tempered by creamy texture and saline length—elevating humble Bourgogne Aligoté to a Puligny-worthy gem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-sans visRefresh2026AnswerSerif:font-editorial font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis Aligoté punches far above its appellation, blending the snap of classic Bouzeron with Puligny's mineral elegance and old-vine depth—perfect for Burgundy lovers seeking value discovery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIts 2023 ripeness offers sunny orchard fruit without excess, while lees aging adds nutty complexity rare in the category, making it endlessly food-versatile and age-worthy through 2028+.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-sans visRefresh2026AnswerSerif:font-editorial font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eChill to 46-50°F and serve in a white Burgundy glass to amplify aromatics; decant 30 minutes if from magnum.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePairs brilliantly with oysters, goat cheese, or herb-roasted poultry—its acidity cuts richness while chalky finish refreshes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44781048004662,"sku":"SOMM2602-AJO23BOU-750","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023AlbertJolyBourgogneAligote_2_8ff41821-1543-4367-ba30-b1eede25ebfc.png?v=1770244626"},{"product_id":"2022-albert-joly-puligny-montrachet-les-reuchauxsomm2603-ajly22pmrchx-750","title":"2022 Albert Joly, Puligny-Montrachet \"Les Reuchaux\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the \"superstar\" names of Puligny-Montrachet often command prices that defy logic, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Albert Joly remains one of the village's most compelling secrets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tiny, 11-acre family estate—now spearheaded by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSylvie Prevot-Joly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, who took the reins from her father in 2007—is a study in under-the-radar precision. We are thrilled to announce that SommSelect holds the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexclusive US allocation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for this single-site Puligny. Despite their deep roots in the village, the family still sells roughly 80% of their fruit to top-tier \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enégociants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, leaving only a precious few barrels to be bottled under the Joly label. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat sets them apart is one of the few true underground cellars in Puligny;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e because of the village's high water table, most aging happens above ground, but Joly’s cold, subterranean cave allows for a slow, reductive fermentation that imparts the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evivid, high-toned minerality and chiseled floral elegance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that defines world-class Puligny-Montrachet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis release is a rare opportunity to secure a \"pre-tariff\" value from a vintage that collectors are already hailing for its transparency and energy. Sourced from 40-to-60-year-old vines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this wine offers a glistening, saline-driven profile with a nutty, almond-toned depth. This commitment to ancient vines translates directly into the quality of this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Les Reuchaux\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cuvée, which offers the pedigree of a Premier Cru at a fraction of the cost. Given the incredibly small production, this is a \"buy-by-the-case\" vintage for the serious Burgundy cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Les Reuchaux\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e vineyard is a fascinating \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elieu-dit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e situated on the northern edge of Puligny, sitting just below the Premier Cru belt. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis specific site is defined by its stony, compact limestone and white-marl soils, which yield a \"pure Puligny\" profile characterized by chiseled minerality and high-toned tension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The 2022 growing season provided enough warmth to flesh out the mid-palate with golden orchard fruit, but the \"Les Reuchaux\" terroir ensures a laser-like backbone of acidity and a distinctive \"crushed rock\" finish that anchors the wine firmly in the Côte de Beaune’s most prestigious white wine village.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, the 2022 \"Les Reuchaux\" displays a brilliant pale gold hue with shimmering green reflections. The nose is an evocative masterclass in controlled reduction—think struck match and flint—layered over blossoming acacia, lemon verbena, and white peach. On the palate, the wine is compact and vibrant, showing \"yoga-like power\" where the density of old vines meets a bracing, saline mineral core. Notes of yellow plum and toasted hazelnut emerge on the mid-palate, but the finish is all about precision: a long, zesty, and intensely chalky tail that leaves a lingering impression of crystalline purity. Drink now with a 20-minute decant, or cellar through 2035 to watch the reductive notes evolve into a complex, honeyed opulence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44959293767734,"sku":"SOMM2603-AJLY22PMRCHX-750","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022AlbertJoly_Puligny-MontrachetLesReuchaux.png?v=1773087707"},{"product_id":"2023-dominiue-joseph-saumur-champigny-les-poyeux","title":"2023 Dominique Joseph (Le Petit Saint Vincent), Saumur-Champigny \"Les Poyeux\"","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eSaumur-Champigny is the beating heart of the Loire Valley’s red wine revolution, a region defined by its luminous white \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"120\"\u003etuffeau\u003c\/i\u003e limestone and a climate that coaxes a rare, high-toned elegance from Cabernet Franc. Here, Dominique Joseph—the fourth-generation visionary behind Le Petit St. Vincent—is crafting what we believe are the most transparent expressions of this terroir. To experience his wines is to witness a breathtaking stylistic hybrid: the ethereal perfume of Grand Cru Red Burgundy married to the savory, \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"519\"\u003esauvage\u003c\/i\u003e energy of the Northern Rhône. It is a profile built to impress the most discerning palates, offering the structural poise of Right-Bank Bordeaux with a signature mineral raciness that is entirely its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe crown jewel of the estate is Les Poyeux, the hallowed \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"58\"\u003elieu-dit\u003c\/i\u003e that serves as the backbone for the $350+ cult bottlings of Clos Rougeard. Dominique’s tiny 2.1-acre micro-parcel consists of deep aeolian sand over \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"216\"\u003etuffeau\u003c\/i\u003e limestone—a geological alchemy that acts as a natural filter. This unique terroir refines the output of 60-year-old vines into a wine of \"needlework\" precision. While clay soils produce brawny reds, these sands yield a \"crystalline fruit\" that feels weightless yet profound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe 2023 \"Les Poyeux\" is our ultimate passion play: seductively aromatic with crushed violets, wild plum, and graphite, wrapped in tannins so silky they feel like lace. Because the bulk of this production is swallowed up by France’s top Michelin-starred cellars, securing a stateside allocation is a rare feat of timing. If you own Clos Rougeard, keep it tucked away; if you want that same soul-stirring experience of rock, sand, and vine today, this is your bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTasting Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Seductively aromatic. Bursts of black cherry, wild plum, and rose petals transition into a palate of crushed stone, wild herbs, and \"lace-like\" tannins. A case study in transparency and raciness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46123963842614,"sku":"SOMM2605-DJO23SCH-750","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023DominiueJoseph_Saumur-ChampignyLesPoyeux.png?v=1778700483"},{"product_id":"2025-chateau-pradeaux-bandol-rose","title":"2025 Château Pradeaux, Bandol Rosé","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThis is not your average poolside, pale-pink patio chugger. The 2025 Château Pradeaux Bandol Rosé is a fierce, unapologetic throwback to old-school Provence, trading sugary fruit for pure, structured attitude. Driven by a hefty 70% Mourvèdre and born from rugged limestone-and-clay soils, it pours a deep, copper-toned hue that signals serious intent. The nose is a savory punch of blood orange pith, crushed rock, and wild herbs, delivering a raw, bone-dry profile that completely avoids the predictable, mass-produced style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eOn the palate, it behaves far more like a light, muscular red than a standard blush. Fermented entirely in stainless steel and cement to lock in its electric, high-acid core, it hits with a wave of tart red currant, rhubarb, and a distinct, lip-smacking mineral grip. It has the dense texture and savory spine to stand toe-to-toe with rich, garlic-laden dishes like a classic bouillabaisse, grilled lamb chops, or charred merguez sausages. It's a provocative, thought-provoking bottle built to be shared at a crowded dinner table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\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=\"Vinous Wine Media Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e93 Points, Vinous Media:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The 2025 Bandol Rosé is already showing beautifully, offering a medium-bodied palate with lovely drive and freshness, the latter especially impressive given the warmth of the vintage. There is a sense of poise here that sets it apart, combining Mediterranean sun with real structural discipline. This is precisely why great Bandol Rosé enjoys such a cult following—it is not merely refreshing, but serious and characterful with the depth to evolve in bottle. Few Rosés in the world occupy that space so convincingly, and this wine is a clear reminder of the category’s highest possibilities.\"\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\/Pradeaux_drone-8-Copier.jpg?v=1780987755\" alt=\"Château Pradeaux, Bandol Rosé\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46528120127542,"sku":"SOMM2606-PRDX25ROSE-750","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2025ChateauPradeaux_BandolRose.png?v=1780945297"},{"product_id":"mv-benedicte-stephane-tissot-blanc-de-blancs-extra-brut-en-fut","title":"MV Benedicte \u0026 Stephane Tissot, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut en Fût (BBF)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eTissot’s sparkling program commands just as much legendary status as his still wines, easily rivaling top-tier grower Champagnes for complexity and terroir precision. This \"BBF\" (Blanc de Blancs élevé en Fût) is an absolute darling of the sommelier community due to its extended wood aging and prolonged time on the lees. It stands as a brilliant testament to the heights that traditional-method Jura sparkling wine can achieve when crafted with obsessive care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eMade entirely from estate Chardonnay, the wine showcases an extraordinarily creamy texture balanced by a razor-sharp spine of acidity. The tasting profile highlights high-toned green apple, lemon curd, toasted brioche, and roasted almonds, rounded out by a striking, chalky minerality. Bottled with zero dosage, it is bone-dry, vinous, and stunningly precise on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46590320640054,"sku":"SOMM2606-TSTMVBDBXBRUT-750","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/MVBenedicte_StephaneTissot_BlancdeBlancsExtraBrutenFut.png?v=1781723630"},{"product_id":"2024-domaine-albert-joly-bourgogne-aligote-1","title":"2024 Domaine Albert Joly, Bourgogne Aligote","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDomaine Albert Joly is a tiny, family-run estate in the heart of Puligny-Montrachet, tracing its roots back over 300 years to 1741 when the Joly family first appeared on the local cadastre as vineyard owners under the Seigneur de Puligny. Today, spanning just 4.5 hectares across 20 small parcels—all in Puligny plus a touch of Meursault—the domaine is managed by Sylvie Prévot-Joly, her brother-in-law Gilles Gérard, and Sylvie's son Quentin, honoring her father Albert. While 85% of their harvest is sold as mout (fresh juice) to elite négociants like Chanson, Bichot, and Girardin, the estate bottles only 15% of production, crafting all-white wines in a modest cellar beneath their family home amid the vines. Their holdings include 0.8 hectares of fine Aligoté, nearly 2 hectares of Bourgogne Chardonnay, and prized Puligny villages sites like Les Tremblots (with 60-year-old vines), Les Charmes (extending Meursault's famous 1er Cru), Les Reuchaux, Les Nosroyes, and Les Houlières—old vines averaging 40-50 years, pruned simply via Guyot with bud-thinning for low yields and hand-harvested precision.\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 2024 Bourgogne Aligoté captures Puligny's limestone finesse in this underappreciated grape, drawn from their 0.8-hectare plot on the village plain. In a generous yet balanced vintage marked by ripe fruit and cool-night freshness, the wine undergoes whole-cluster pressing, natural settling, and barrel fermentation (less than a third new oak), followed by 18 months of lees aging with minimal stirring and no fining or filtration. This yields a taut, vivid expression: bright citrus zest and green apple laced with white flowers and subtle hazelnut, its racy acidity tempered by creamy texture and saline length—elevating humble Bourgogne Aligoté to a Puligny-worthy gem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-sans visRefresh2026AnswerSerif:font-editorial font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis Aligoté punches far above its appellation, blending the snap of classic Bouzeron with Puligny's mineral elegance and old-vine depth—perfect for Burgundy lovers seeking value discovery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIts 2024 ripeness offers sunny orchard fruit without excess, while lees aging adds nutty complexity rare in the category, making it endlessly food-versatile and age-worthy through 2030.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end font-sans visRefresh2026AnswerSerif:font-editorial font-semimedium visRefresh2026Fonts:font-bold text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eChill to 46-50°F and serve in a white Burgundy glass to amplify aromatics; decant 30 minutes if from magnum.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePairs brilliantly with oysters, goat cheese, or herb-roasted poultry—its acidity cuts richness while chalky finish refreshes.\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\/albert_joly.webp?v=1786098541\" alt=\"Domaine Albert Joly, Bourgogne Aligote\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46693945540662,"sku":"SOMM2607-DAJ24BUR-750","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2024DomaineAlbertJoly_BourgogneAligote_1.png?v=1782499079"},{"product_id":"2015-chateau-lacoste-borie-pauillac","title":"2015 Château Lacoste-Borie, Pauillac","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is Bordeaux to lay down, and Bordeaux to uncork right now—this is firmly the latter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStraight from the estate with pristine ex-Château provenance, this 2015 Lacoste-Borie delivers mature, classically styled Pauillac at an unbeatable price.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Under $50 on a multi-bottle buy for perfectly aged, Cabernet-led Left Bank wine from a premier address is an absolute steal for savvy collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the second label of 5th Growth powerhouse \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Grand-Puy-Lacoste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, its vines sit a stone’s throw from the Grand Vin parcel. Located just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.6 miles from Lynch-Bages and 1 mile south of Pontet-Canet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—two heavy hitters that routinely rival First Growths—it shares that exact deep gravel terroir. Textbook Left Bank \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Cab Franc),\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estellar 2015 vintage trades traditional Pauillac muscle for fragrant perfume, svelte tannins, and pure elegance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e at an easy 13% ABV.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the Glass:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pours vibrant ruby-garnet with an energetic blast of crushed cassis, ripe black cherries, and dark plum, opening up to pencil shavings, cedar box, bay leaf, and cool mint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supple, polished tannins, savory fruit, fine earth, and bright, refreshing acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Verdict:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Zero decanting required—just pure, unpretentious, top-flight Pauillac hitting its absolute sweet spot today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\/2015_Chateau_Lacoste-Borie_Pauillac_estate_vineyards.webp?v=1785314122\" alt=\"2015 Château Lacoste-Borie, Pauillac\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47011005333558,"sku":"SOMM2607-CLB15PAU-750","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2015ChateauLacoste-Borie_Pauillac.png?v=1785259676"},{"product_id":"1981-campillo-rioja-reserva","title":"1981 Campillo, Rioja Reserva","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1981 Campillo Rioja Reserva\u003c\/strong\u003e captures the elegance and character of traditional Rioja Alavesa, offering a rare opportunity to experience a mature wine from one of the region's distinguished estates.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet among the rolling hills of \u003cstrong\u003eRioja Alavesa\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bodegas Campillo has built its reputation around estate-grown Rioja with a strong sense of place and a commitment to traditional maturation. The 1981 Reserva reflects that classic approach, with \u003cstrong\u003eTempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e at its heart and time in oak followed by extended bottle aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow more than four decades from the vintage, the wine has evolved well beyond its youthful fruit. Its \u003cstrong\u003edeep ruby color has softened toward garnet at the edges\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the nose reveals layers of \u003cstrong\u003edried plum, red fruit, leather, spice, cedar, and subtle mineral notes\u003c\/strong\u003e. With patience in the glass, the wine develops further earthy and savory nuances characteristic of mature Rioja.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is \u003cstrong\u003eelegant and composed\u003c\/strong\u003e, balancing softened tannins with the freshness that allows a well-made Rioja to age gracefully. Rather than relying on power, the 1981 Campillo shows the appeal of mature Rioja through its texture, balance, and gradual evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eliquid time capsule from the early 1980s\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a glimpse into the traditional character of Rioja Alavesa and the rewards of decades of bottle maturation. A wine to open slowly, savor thoughtfully, and allow to reveal itself over the course of the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1981 vintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e More than four decades of bottle age and evolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRioja Alavesa character:\u003c\/strong\u003e A classic expression of one of Rioja's most respected sub-regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature complexity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried plum, leather, spice, cedar, mineral, and earthy tertiary notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Rioja style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant structure, softened tannins, and balanced acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare mature Reserva:\u003c\/strong\u003e A compelling bottle for collectors of aged Spanish wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStand upright:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the bottle upright for \u003cstrong\u003e24–48 hours before opening\u003c\/strong\u003e to allow any sediment to settle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e An \u003cstrong\u003eAh-So two-prong opener or Durand\u003c\/strong\u003e is strongly recommended for the mature cork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecant gently:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decant only if necessary to remove sediment; avoid excessive aeration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServe cool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e58–62°F\u003c\/strong\u003e in large wine glasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllow it to develop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the wine time in the glass and enjoy its gradual evolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePair with:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRoasted lamb, grilled meats, aged Manchego, mushrooms, game, or traditional Spanish dishes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe highly recommend opening these aged rarities with an Ah-So (two-prong opener) or Durand corkscrew.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47116985466934,"sku":"SOMM2608-CMP81RS-750","price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/1995Campillo_RiojaReserva.png?v=1762382625"},{"product_id":"1985-coto-de-imaz-rioja-gran-reserva","title":"1985 Coto de Imaz, Rioja Gran Reserva","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1985 El Coto de Imaz Rioja Gran Reserva\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic expression of traditionally styled Rioja, offering the kind of mature character that can only come from decades of careful bottle aging.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEl Coto has long been associated with \u003cstrong\u003eclassic, age-worthy Rioja\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Coto de Imaz represents one of the estate’s more traditional bottlings. Made primarily from \u003cstrong\u003eTempranillo\u003c\/strong\u003e and matured in the traditional Rioja manner, the wine combines extended oak aging with prolonged time in bottle—allowing youthful fruit, tannin, and oak to gradually evolve into the layered tertiary complexity prized by collectors of mature Rioja.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow approaching \u003cstrong\u003efour decades from the vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 1985 Gran Reserva has entered a fascinating stage of maturity. The fruit has evolved toward \u003cstrong\u003edried red berries and plum\u003c\/strong\u003e, while classic Rioja notes of \u003cstrong\u003ecedar, tobacco, leather, vanilla, spice, and forest floor\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge with air. On the palate, the texture is supple and polished, with mature tannins, lively acidity, and the savory depth that distinguishes properly aged Gran Reserva.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is traditional Rioja at its most compelling: \u003cstrong\u003enot about power or youthful concentration, but about elegance, balance, and the extraordinary transformation that takes place with time in bottle.\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it patience in the glass and the wine should continue to reveal itself, moving from dried fruit and sweet spice toward increasingly earthy and balsamic nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of mature Spanish wine, the \u003cstrong\u003e1985 vintage offers an exceptional opportunity to experience Rioja with nearly four decades of evolution\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a bottle made for slow enjoyment and conversation—a genuine taste of an earlier era of Rioja winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNearly four decades of bottle age:\u003c\/strong\u003e A mature Gran Reserva with substantial tertiary development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Rioja character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried red fruit, cedar, tobacco, leather, spice, and earthy forest-floor notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extended oak aging followed by prolonged bottle rest creates remarkable complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTempranillo-driven Rioja:\u003c\/strong\u003e A classic foundation for long-lived, elegant Rioja.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector-worthy maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e A compelling example of why traditional Rioja can evolve beautifully for decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHow To Serve\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStand upright:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the bottle upright for \u003cstrong\u003e24–48 hours before opening\u003c\/strong\u003e to allow any sediment to settle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use an \u003cstrong\u003eAh-So two-prong opener or Durand\u003c\/strong\u003e to protect the mature cork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecant gently:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decant carefully if needed to remove sediment, but avoid aggressive or prolonged aeration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServe cool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e58–62°F\u003c\/strong\u003e in large wine glasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet it evolve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the wine time in the glass to reveal its layers of dried fruit, cedar, tobacco, leather, spice, and earth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePair with:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRoasted lamb, aged Manchego, grilled or braised beef, game meats, mushrooms, or traditional Spanish cuisine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe highly recommend opening these aged rarities with an Ah-So (two-prong opener) or Durand corkscrew.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47116985598006,"sku":"SOMM2608-COTO85IMZGR-750","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/1985CotodeImaz_RiojaGranReserva.png?v=1785964897"},{"product_id":"2024-renzo-castella-langhe-nebbiolo-madonnina","title":"2024 Renzo Castella, Langhe Nebbiolo \"Madonnina\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eRenzo Castella farms in Diano d'Alba, a hilltop town in Piedmont better known historically for Dolcetto than for Nebbiolo. The family's roots there go back to his grandfather Severino, who worked the land in the early 1900s growing fruit and raising livestock. Renzo's father Simone later steered the farm toward wine grapes, quietly assembling a small estate of under ten hectares, though for years the fruit was sold off to neighboring producers rather than bottled under the family's own name. That changed in the early 2000s when Renzo took over and began estate-bottling the wines himself, farming certified organic and working with old, chemical-free vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"Madonnina\" bottling comes from a small parcel that sits right on the border between Diano d'Alba and Serralunga d'Alba, one of Barolo's most storied communes. The limestone that runs through Serralunga's greatest vineyards continues straight into Renzo's own backyard, and it shows: locals call wines like this one \"Baroleggiano,\" meaning they carry real Barolo structure and aromatics despite being declassified to simple Langhe Nebbiolo. This is 100% Nebbiolo, fermented in stainless steel and aged in large, neutral Slavonian oak so nothing but the fruit and site comes through. The result is pure and perfumed rather than powerful, full of wild strawberry, cherry, rose petal, and violet, with white pepper and a subtle earthy, truffled edge underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown on a parcel that shares its limestone with some of Barolo's most prized vineyards in Serralunga d'Alba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarmed organically on old, chemical-free vines by a family now in its third generation of winemaking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged in large neutral oak, never new barrique, so the wine stays pure and transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate, perfumed Nebbiolo with real structure, a genuine \"Barolo in disguise\" at a fraction of the price\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at 60 to 65°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA short 15 minute decant helps open up the aromatics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with braised duck leg, mushroom risotto, or grilled lamb chops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrink now through 2032\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47128284004406,"sku":"SOMM2608-CAST24MAD-750","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2024RenzoCastella_LangheNebbioloMadonnina.png?v=1785969544"},{"product_id":"2020-bolsignano-brunello-di-montalcino","title":"2020 Bolsignano, Brunello di Montalcino","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoberto Rubegni is a trained enologist who chose to spend his career farming instead of consulting for other estates. He took sole ownership of the family property in 2010 and has run it ever since with a small, deliberate footprint: 3.5 hectares on the western flank of Montalcino, worked in part with a pair of draft horses that keep the soil loose and alive rather than compacted by tractors. There is no expansion plan and no interest in chasing consorzio politics or critic scores. Rubegni makes about 5,000 bottles of Brunello a year, full stop, and every decision on the property serves that one, narrow goal of quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards sit in Tavernelle, a hamlet on Montalcino's western side facing the Ombrone River, at roughly 300 meters of elevation where cool evening breezes offset long, warm days. The soil is a mix of marl, limestone and clay that keeps yields naturally low and gives the wine its mineral spine. Farming has been certified organic since 2014. In the cellar, grapes are hand-harvested and fermented with indigenous yeasts in steel tanks for about 20 days, then the wine ages roughly 36 months in neutral oak casks of varying sizes before spending additional time in bottle, well past the minimum required for Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. The 2020 shows a deep ruby-garnet color and pours out aromas of ripe black cherry, wild blackberry, gingerbread and dried orange peel layered over cedar, tobacco and crushed limestone. The palate is medium to full in weight with integrated, grippy tannins and a long, savory finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rare case of a trained enologist choosing to farm his own small parcel instead of consulting for bigger names, and it shows in the precision of the wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark cherry and blackberry fruit sit alongside cedar, tobacco leaf and crushed limestone for a Brunello that feels both generous and structured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified organic farming and two working horses in the vineyard rows keep the soil healthy and the wine honest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt on real Brunello aging, roughly three years in large neutral oak casks plus extended time in bottle, so the tannins arrive already polished.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny production out of Tavernelle means every bottle carries real vineyard character instead of a blended, house style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile enough for a special dinner tonight or a decade in the cellar first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at 62-65°F, slightly below typical red wine room temperature, to keep the fruit lifted and the tannins in check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant for 60 to 90 minutes before pouring; this is a structured, youthful Brunello that opens up considerably with air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Bordeaux or Sangiovese stems to give the aromatics room to develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with wild boar ragù over hand-cut pappardelle, or with a grilled bistecca alla fiorentina finished with rosemary and cracked black pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking window is now through 2038; it will show beautifully with an hour of air today, but has the structure to reward patience through the late 2030s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47229647290422,"sku":"SOMM2608-BOLS20BRUN-750","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020Bolsignano_BrunellodiMontalcino.png?v=1786641251"},{"product_id":"2022-manfredi-barolo-docg","title":"2022 Manfredi, Barolo DOCG","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col gap-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flow-root\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col flex-1 min-w-0 gap-5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col flex-1 min-w-0 gap-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/final-text flex flex-col min-w-0 gap-4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"break-words min-w-0 flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eBarolo has long stood at the summit of Piedmont’s red-wine hierarchy—the historic home of Nebbiolo, a grape revered for its haunting floral perfume, red-fruit precision, bracing acidity, and tannic authority. The denomination was established as a DOC in 1966 and elevated to DOCG in 1980, formalizing the stature it had earned over generations in the Langhe’s limestone-and-clay marl hills. Barolo must be made entirely from Nebbiolo and aged for at least 38 months, including a minimum 18 months in wood, a slow maturation that transforms the grape’s youthful grip into something savory, complex, and remarkably long-lived.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" href=\"https:\/\/italianwinecentral.com\/denomination\/barolo-docg\/\" 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)]:align-top\"\u003eManfredi’s roots run deep in this part of Piedmont. The family story began in Farigliano in 1918 with Nicola Manfredi; his grandson Giuseppe expanded the bottling and commercial side of the business through the 1940s and 1950s, then looked increasingly toward export from the 1960s onward. Since the 1980s, Aldo Manfredi has led the family enterprise alongside his wife Gianfranca and daughters Luisa and Paola, producing a broad portfolio of classic Langhe and Piedmont wines. Their 2022 Barolo is a pure Nebbiolo expression of the region’s signature style: rose-petal lift, red-fruit depth, licorice and earth, all held together by Barolo’s unmistakable structure.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-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-secondary 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)]:align-top\"\u003eClassic, textbook expression of Barolo:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e100% Nebbiolo delivering the unmistakable combination of dried rose, red cherry, savory spice, and persistent tannin.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\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)]:align-top\"\u003eProduced from a family with more than a century of Piedmontese wine history. The  2022 growing season’s warmth gives the wine an especially inviting, open-knit sense of fruit.\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)]:align-top\"\u003eEvolves beautifully in the glass, moving from floral and red-fruited aromatics toward notes of licorice, herbs, earth, and spice as it opens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-semibold leading-tight text-pretty mb-2 mt-4 [[data-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-secondary 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)]:align-top\"\u003eOpen the bottle 2–3 hours ahead, or decant for about 60 minutes, to soften the youthful tannin and release the aromatics.\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)]:align-top\"\u003eServe between\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e60–65°F in Burgundy bowls.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\"\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)]:align-top\"\u003eEnjoy alongside braised beef, roasted lamb, duck, mushroom risotto, truffle pasta, game, or aged hard cheeses. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/manfredi_barolo_main_pic.jpg?v=1787912709\" alt=\"Manfredi, Barolo DOCG\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\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":47287498670134,"sku":"SOMM2610D-MAN22BAR-750","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022Manfredi_BaroloDOCG.png?v=1787344677"},{"product_id":"2024-renzo-castella-langhe-nebbiolo-madonnina-1","title":"2024 Renzo Castella, Langhe Nebbiolo \"Madonnina\"","description":"","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47588237606966,"sku":"SOMM2609-RCST24NEBMAD-750","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2024RenzoCastella_LangheNebbioloMadonnina.png?v=1785969544"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/collections\/Screenshot_2026-08-15_at_11.08.30_PM_ff417b9c-0324-4d10-afd4-419252d16f5b.png?v=1789201988","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/fall-wines.oembed","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}