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.
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.
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.
It was in 1981 that the Marquis Lodovico Antinori, cousin of Piero Antinori, founded the Ornellaia Estate, in the heart of the Bolgheri area, a few kilometers from the Mediterranean coast. Thus, with the first harvest of 1985, what would become an icon among the SuperTuscans was born: the “Ornellaia”. With the inauguration of the company, the world-famous enologist, Michel Rolland, begins to deal with the technical part of the cellar. Subsequently, in the 90s the other two labels were born: “Le Volte” and “Le Serre Nuove”.
Instantly enjoyable, versatile and playful, Le Volte dell’Ornellaia is all about conviviality. This bright red wine opens the door to the world of Ornellaia and simply shares the passion for quality that is experienced every day on our estate and with every sip. Le Volte dell’ Ornellaia is a fine wine for spontaneous wine lovers and needs no ceremony.
Originally from Schönberg, in the Rhineland, fleeing the consequences of the defeat of Napoleon I, the Yung family origins settled for more than a century in Algeria. Already listed in the first edition of Féret des Vins d’Oranie in 1886, the family developed its vineyard until independence, until forced to abandon the wine estates it had owned since 1859.
In 1862 Charles Young joined his older brother, already settled in Gironde. He then decides to acquire for his 2 children and his 2 nephews, the Château Haut Mondain, a 42-hectare AOC Bordeaux wine estate, followed then by Château Barail, Les Hauts de Palette and Moulin de Tassin.
Since 2020, the Charles Yung & Fils vineyards have been committed to a societal and environmental approach by obtaining High Environmental Value, level 3 (HVE) certification.
Les Griffons de Pichon Baron is the estate’s latest addition. This wine has a pure and direct character. The grapes which make up this wine’s blend come primarily from gravelly plots of land near to the Gironde estuary, a good environment for Cabernet Sauvignon.
Les Griffons offers a vigorous and fresh tasting experience, full-bodied and clean, overflowing with energy.
Grown in the Pays d’Oc enclave, Cuvée Dissenay hails from vineyards tucked between mountains and the Mediterranean, which gives grapes the perfect balance of warm sun and cooling breezes.
Named after the turrets that embellish the château, Les Tourelles de Longueville is the second wine of Château Pichon Baron and embodies the charm of the estate. The grapes used in this wine’s blend are primarily from the Sainte Anne plot, mostly planted with Merlot, giving it a distinctive personality and it is the best introduction to the Pichon Baron spirit.
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.
Luccianus is the name of Gallo-Roman origin designating the town of Lussac and its vineyard dating from the 4th century.
This cuvée is a return to ancestral ageing techniques. Uniquely composed of Cabernet Franc from old vines of 100 years with an ageing in amphora which gives a very expressive wine with a superb aromatic radiance and very silky tannins all without a woody note.
Luma offers handmade wines selected from the best lots of InVina’s extensive vineyards, fermented in small tanks, then aged in barrel for 12 months. Where power meets elegance.
The grapes for this Estate Bottled wine come from El Peral Estate, where the growing season is long, dry and warm. Magnificent cassis aromas lead to a luxurious blackberry and lingering dark chocolate finish.
Luma offers handmade wines selected from the best lots of InVina’s extensive vineyards, fermented in small tanks, then aged in barrel for 12 months. Where power meets elegance.
The grapes for this Estate Bottled wine come from Batuco Estate, where cooler temperatures give the wine its blueberry notes, and Las Tizas Estate, where warmer temperature add a jammier profile. Smooth and opulent, full of blueberry flavors over notes of dry leaf, chocolate and white pepper.
Luma offers handmade wines selected from the best lots of InVina’s extensive vineyards, fermented in small tanks, then aged in barrel for 12 months. Where power meets elegance.
The grapes for this Estate Bottled wine come from Las Tizas Estate and El Peral Estate. Splendid rich red fruit flavors tinged with clove and cinnamon.
The Luz Chilena Family Collection Cabernet Sauvignon come from vineyards located in the heart of the Maule Valley and selected from fine grapes, carefully vinified in the mother winery.
This Cabernet has exceptional colur, vibrant varietal expresison and a smooth, elegant finish.
The story began with Michel Chapoutier, a unique man with a thirst for knowledge, definitely one of a kind. He seeks to discover and reflect the full potential of his terroirs and let the soils express their true character.
This now forms the basis of the M. CHAPOUTIER ethos to reveal the very best of what the soils have to offer.
An excellent organic Côtes du Rhône, another jewel signed by Chapoutier, powerful, with a beautiful fruity aromatic palette and very well balanced.
The story began with Michel Chapoutier, a unique man with a thirst for knowledge, definitely one of a kind. He seeks to discover and reflect the full potential of his terroirs and let the soils express their true character.
This now forms the basis of the M. CHAPOUTIER ethos to reveal the very best of what the soils have to offer.
Mostly aged in concrete vats, Avarum in the Vacqueyras appellation, is a blend of Grenache and Syrah. We find an intense and generous nose, with notes of black fruits and spices. The mouth, full of freshness, is rich and ample, with silky and elegant tannins, for a long smoky finish. A delight!
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