2011 Lapostolle La Parcelle 8 Vieilles Vignes Apalta After years of research and selection, Lapostolle is now launching a Single Vineyard wine from Apalta: Parcelle 8. It is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon with extremely low yields., which ensures a lot of concentration in the wine. First commercially released wine from old-vine cabernet sauvignon, grown on its own rootstock with the vast majority from 1910. VARIETALS 100% Cabernet Sauvignon VINTAGE 2011 Download Tasting Note
2015 Lapostolle La Parcelle 8 Vieilles Vignes Apalta After years of research and selection, Lapostolle is now launching a Single Vineyard wine from Apalta: Parcelle 8. It is a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon with extremely low yields., which ensures a lot of concentration in the wine. First commercially released wine from old-vine cabernet sauvignon, grown on its own rootstock with the vast majority from 1910. Originally made just for the owners to drink, James Suckling was the first to taste it first and immediately gave the Parcelle 8 a great score: 98/100 points. VARIETALS 100% Cabernet Sauvignon VINTAGE 2015 Download Tasting Note
2018 Lapostolle Le Petit Clos de Clos Apalta In 2014, Clos Apalta gave birth to its second wine, Le Petit Clos de Clos Apalta, in order to offer a different interpretation of this unique terroir, using the same grapes, but in different proportion, and offering young vines a chance to prove their worth before thay can make it into the Grand Vin. 2018 vintage gave a generous production, healthy, of excellent flavor, with relatively moderate alcohol levels and more freshness. It will be remembered as one of the greatest cold vintages of the 21st century in Chile. “Le Petit Clos is a different interpretation of the Clos Apalta Terroir, using the mastery of blending that is the heart of the winemaking philosophy from the Domaines Bournet ”. – Jacques Begarie, Chief Winemaker. Made with Organic Grapes and Biodynamic vineyard management. For more info, visit Clos Apalta website. VARIETALS 53% Carmenère, 32% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot VINTAGE 2018 Download Tasting Note
2022 Lapostolle Le Rosé Lapostolle Le Rosé is inspired on a provençal style, focused on bringing the most elegant and subtle expression of a rosé blend from Apalta vineyards. Lapostolle Le Rosé comes from our San José Estate located in the Apalta Valley, near the town of Santa Cruz, 170 Kilometers South West from Santiago. The 2022 season was undoubtedly a cooler season, but at the same time it had good conditions to wait for the maturity of the fruit in most of the varieties. Certified Carbon Neutral. For more info, visit Lapostolle website. VARIETALS 44% Cinsault, 38% Grenache, 12% Syrah, 6% Mourvèdre VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note
2021 Le Big Boss Cabernet Sauvignon Lussac-Saint-Émilion AOC Vignobles Lassagne gather several family properties that were bought since three generations and are grown according to tradition and innovation on unique terroir located in the Libourne area. Vignobles Lassagne encompasses these three properties: Château des Arnauds (the original estate), Château des Landes and Château Maltus, the latest addition to the Vignobles Lassagne. Le Big Boss is a cuvée in homage to all the winegrowers who love their terroirs and are driven by the passion of their profession. It is made exclusively from Cabernet-Sauvignon in organic conversion from 50 years old vines. For more info, visit Vignobles Lassagne website. VARIETALS 100% Cabernet Sauvignon VINTAGE 2021 Download Tasting Note
2017 Le Marquis de Calon Ségur Saint-Estèphe (Château Calon Ségur GCC 2nd wine) The estate’s Second Wine offers a different interpretation of the Calon terroir. Le Marquis de Calon Ségur is totally distinct from the First Wine, Château Calon Ségur Grand Cru Classé. “It benefits from a true expression of its own”, underlines Vincent Millet. “The plots are separated out from the beginning.” Le Marquis de Calon Ségur provides immediate enjoyment, warmth and a velvety texture. It is carefully aged generally for 17 months in oak barrels, a third of which are new. Deliciously easy-drinking, silky and expressive, its charm comes to the fore, while at the same time bringing to our minds the elegance of the Grand Vin. For more info, visit Château Calon Ségur website. VARIETALS 57% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc VINTAGE 2017 Download Tasting Note
2019 Le Monde Cabernet Franc Friuli DOC Cantina Le Monde is located in Friuli, within the famous Grave del Friuli area that extends from the foothills of the Alps to the Adriatic Sea. The origins of the estate that once owned the farmland can be traced back to the early 1700’s. The name ‘Le Monde’ is taken from the Germanic-Latin word “Mundio”, an ancient Germanic law that ‘protected’ the farmlands of the region. Cantina Le Monde ‘protects’ and safeguards its vineyards, farming in a healthy way, that respects nature and the sustainable future of ancient soils. The Cabernet Franc from Le Monde winery is a light and ready-to-drink red wine from Friuli with an excellent quality-price ratio, perfect for daily consumption. Certified sustainable. For more info, visit Le Monde website. VARIETALS 100% Cabernet Franc VINTAGE 2019 Download Tasting Note
2022 Le Monde Pinot Bianco Friuli DOC Cantina Le Monde is located in Friuli, within the famous Grave del Friuli area that extends from the foothills of the Alps to the Adriatic Sea. The origins of the estate that once owned the farmland can be traced back to the early 1700’s. The name ‘Le Monde’ is taken from the Germanic-Latin word “Mundio”, an ancient Germanic law that ‘protected’ the farmlands of the region. Cantina Le Monde ‘protects’ and safeguards its vineyards, farming in a healthy way, that respects nature and the sustainable future of ancient soils. “We don’t do what we do for the plaudits of our profession. If critics endorse our product, that’s great news, but truly, we do what we do at Le Monde for all wine drinkers – for everyone – for the people” – Alex Maccan, owner of Cantina Le Monde. Certified sustainable. For more info, visit Le Monde website. VARIETALS 100% Pinot Bianco VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note
2022 Le Monde Pinot Grigio DOC Cantina Le Monde is located in Friuli, within the famous Grave del Friuli area that extends from the foothills of the Alps to the Adriatic Sea. The origins of the estate that once owned the farmland can be traced back to the early 1700’s. The name ‘Le Monde’ is taken from the Germanic-Latin word “Mundio”, an ancient Germanic law that ‘protected’ the farmlands of the region. Cantina Le Monde ‘protects’ and safeguards its vineyards, farming in a healthy way, that respects nature and the sustainable future of ancient soils. The Pinot Grigio of Le Monde is produced on the clay and limestone soils of Friuli, which give a pleasant freshness and minerality to the wines of this area. “We don’t do what we do for the plaudits of our profession. If critics endorse our product, that’s great news, but truly, we do what we do at Le Monde for all wine drinkers – for everyone – for the people” – Alex Maccan, owner of Cantina Le Monde. Certified sustainable. For more info, visit Le Monde website. VARIETALS 100% Pinot Grigio VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note
2019 Le Petit Leon Bordeaux (Château Cap Léon Veyrin 2nd wine) Family owned since 1810, the Château Cap Léon Veyrin originates from the meeting of Château Cap Léon and the Veyrin estate. Cape comes from the word “head”. In fact, the vineyards of Cap Léon are located on the highest points of Listrac-Médoc, favoring natural drainage and ideal sunshine. Nathalie and Julien Meyre, are the 6th generation of the family running this property, perpetuate the tradition: predominance of Merlot, collage with egg white, aging of 12 months in barrels, manual harvesting for young parcels and for old vines, while bringing their dynamism to this renowned Cru Bourgeois du Médoc. Le Petit Leon is de-facto the second wine of Château Cap Leon Veyrin, even though some grapes are bought in for this wine. The quality is outstanding and the presentation top drawer. Certainly one to look out for if you are on the hunt for quality at a great price. For more info, visit Château Cap Léon Veyrin website. VARIETALS 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Merlot VINTAGE 2019 Download Tasting Note
2019 Le Preare Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG The brand Le Preare was created by Cantina Valpolicella Negrar to pay tribute to a history, where previous generations very often paid a very high price, allowing todays generation of vine growers to benefit from the hard work of their forefathers. Located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico, this area was also known for its prestigious stones, such as the red marble of Verona. It was widely used by the Venetians when building their villas. However, the use of other local stones, less prestigious then marble, was wide spread. The antique mines where the stone was taken, were called “preare” in local dialect. The local stones were used to separate the vineyards and also to build the terraces, allowing the vines to grow also on steep slopes. This Amarone truly expresses the company philosophy, shown through the wine’s balance between elegance and structure. Made from grapes grown in the Valpolicella Classica zone, which undergo “appassimento” (gentle drying) before ageing in large oak barrels for a minimum of 24 months and further maturation of 6-8 months in bottle. For more info, visit Cantina di Negrar website. VARIETALS 70% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 15% Rondinella VINTAGE 2019 Download Tasting Note
2021 Le Preare Appassimento Rosso Veneto IGT The brand Le Preare was created by Cantina Valpolicella Negrar to pay tribute to a history, where previous generations very often paid a very high price, allowing todays generation of vine growers to benefit from the hard work of their forefathers. Located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico, this area was also known for its prestigious stones, such as the red marble of Verona. It was widely used by the Venetians when building their villas. However, the use of other local stones, less prestigious then marble, was wide spread. The antique mines where the stone was taken, were called “preare” in local dialect. The local stones were used to separate the vineyards and also to build the terraces, allowing the vines to grow also on steep slopes. “Appassimento” is made from indigenous red grape varieties. Following a thorough and rigorous blending process, both the appassimento and traditional methods are fused together in the production of this fine red wine. For more info, visit Cantina di Negrar website. VARIETALS 60% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 10% Rondinella, 10% Merlot VINTAGE 2021 Download Tasting Note
2019 Le Preare Recioto della Valpolicella Classico DOCG (500ml) The brand Le Preare was created by Cantina Valpolicella Negrar to pay tribute to a history, where previous generations very often paid a very high price, allowing todays generation of vine growers to benefit from the hard work of their forefathers. Located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico, this area was also known for its prestigious stones, such as the red marble of Verona. It was widely used by the Venetians when building their villas. However, the use of other local stones, less prestigious then marble, was wide spread. The antique mines where the stone was taken, were called “preare” in local dialect. The local stones were used to separate the vineyards and also to build the terraces, allowing the vines to grow also on steep slopes. The history of this wine is old, it dates back to the ancient Romans and the famous wine Retico highly praised and appreciated by the Latin poets. Symbol of the viticulture of the Valpolicella Classica based on the particular process of the naturally withering of the grapes, is considered to be origin of the Amarone. For more info, visit Cantina di Negrar website. VARIETALS 70% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 15% Rondinella VINTAGE 2019 Download Tasting Note
2022 Le Preare Valpolicella DOC The brand Le Preare was created by Cantina Valpolicella Negrar to pay tribute to a history, where previous generations very often paid a very high price, allowing todays generation of vine growers to benefit from the hard work of their forefathers. Located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico, this area was also known for its prestigious stones, such as the red marble of Verona. It was widely used by the Venetians when building their villas. However, the use of other local stones, less prestigious then marble, was wide spread. The antique mines where the stone was taken, were called “preare” in local dialect. The local stones were used to separate the vineyards and also to build the terraces, allowing the vines to grow also on steep slopes. This is the red wine, young and directly that preserve the authentic soul of the earth in which he is born: the Valpolicella. For more info, visit Cantina di Negrar website. VARIETALS 60% Corvina, 20% Corvinone, 20% Rondinella VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note
2020 Le Preare Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC The brand Le Preare was created by Cantina Valpolicella Negrar to pay tribute to a history, where previous generations very often paid a very high price, allowing todays generation of vine growers to benefit from the hard work of their forefathers. Located in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico, this area was also known for its prestigious stones, such as the red marble of Verona. It was widely used by the Venetians when building their villas. However, the use of other local stones, less prestigious then marble, was wide spread. The antique mines where the stone was taken, were called “preare” in local dialect. The local stones were used to separate the vineyards and also to build the terraces, allowing the vines to grow also on steep slopes. This Ripasso Valpolicella is made from grapes grown in the Valpolicella Classica. His style emphasizes the profile of the typical and traditional Valpolicella: a well-distributed harmonic structure of flavor, smell and taste, creating a unique style of simplicity and elegance. For more info, visit Cantina di Negrar website. VARIETALS 70% Corvina, 15% Corvinone, 15% Rondinella VINTAGE 2020 Download Tasting Note