First Press Chardonnay Napa Valley

2019

First Press Chardonnay Napa Valley

Elegance. Structure. Balance. These are the elements of the extraordinary. You find them in the soaring work of architecture, the perfect line of poetry, the ballerina’s graceful leap, and in the exquisitely crafted Napa Valley wines of First Press Wine Cellars.

First Press Wine Cellars focuses on the two varietals which best exemplify California’s premier winegrowing region, a richly textured Cabernet Sauvignon and a brightly refreshing Chardonnay.

VARIETALS
100% Chardonnay

VINTAGE
2019

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L'Âme de Pape Clément Rouge Graves AOP

2019

L’Âme de Pape Clément Rouge Graves AOP

Bernard Magrez’s journey is that of passion, a constant desire for improvement, know-how and exceptional success which has its roots first in Bordeaux, in the Grands Crus Classés, then in other prestigious terroirs in France and around the world.

L’Âme de Pape Clément’s vineyard is nestled in the heart of the Graves region, on the left bank of the Garonne River where the soil and climate are ideal for grapes to ripen and vines to flourish. Dig down into the subsoil and you’ll find gravel and a layer of clay and limestone, which absorbs the sun’s heat during the day and releases it at night to produce remarkably full, ripe grapes. What’s more, the nearby river and the vineyard’s exposure to the sun help create a microclimate which helps protect and nurture the vines.

For more info, visit Bernard Magrez website.

VARIETALS
48% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc

VINTAGE
2019

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L'Inattendu des Grands Chênes Médoc AOC

2019

L’Inattendu des Grands Chênes Médoc AOC

Bernard Magrez’s journey is that of passion, a constant desire for improvement, know-how and exceptional success which has its roots first in Bordeaux, in the Grands Crus Classés, then in other prestigious terroirs in France and around the world. Bernard Magrez’s journey is that of passion, a constant desire for improvement, know-how and exceptional success which has its roots first in Bordeaux, in the Grands Crus Classés, then in other prestigious terroirs in France and around the world.

Located in Saint-Christoly-Médoc, a town once renowned for its trading port that became a gateway to the world, “L’inattendu” des Grands Chênes is a wine that is both structured and smooth, making the most of its Garonne gravel terroir.

For more info, visit Bernard Magrez website.

VARIETALS
60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

VINTAGE
2019

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La Mémoire de La Tour Carnet Haut Médoc AOC (Château La Tour Carnet GCC 2nd wine)

2019

La Mémoire de La Tour Carnet Haut Médoc AOC (Château La Tour Carnet GCC 2nd wine)

The history of La Tour Carnet merges with the history of France. Bearing the name of the squire who infallibly helped his Lord to resist French royalty at the end of the Hundred Years War, Château La Tour Carnet played a major role in the revolution of the Médoc vineyards and the quality of its wine, rewarded by the entry in the classification of Grands Crus Classés of 1855. The diversity of its terroir and the constant search for perfection make this Haut-Médoc an exceptional wine.

Since purchasing the estate in 2000, Bernard Magrez has returned the estate’s Château, cellars and 311 hectares to their glory days, marrying cutting-edge technology with traditional savoir-faire.

For more info, visit Bernard Magrez website.

VARIETALS
60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot

VINTAGE
2019

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La Sirène de Giscours Margaux AOC (Château Giscours GCC 2nd wine)

2019

La Sirène de Giscours Margaux AOC (Château Giscours GCC 2nd wine)

Coming from younger vines, the second wine of Château Giscours comes from the same terroirs and the same grape varieties as its elder.

La Sirène de Giscours, a name full of delicacy and elegance that reflects so well the personality of the second wine.
Developed with the same philosophy that guides the teams in making Château Giscours, La Sirène is a magnificent expression of Margaux’s terroir. A wine of pure pleasure.

La Sirène de Giscours 2019 is perfectly in line with the style of the property while showing at the same time depth and richness. A real “Vin de Plaisir” characterized by a deep color, a juicy fruit, a dense and round palate.

For more info, visit Château Giscours website.

VARIETALS
70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc, 9% Petit Verdot

VINTAGE
2019

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Le Fleurs de Bibian Listrac-Médoc AOC

2019

Le Fleurs de Bibian Listrac-Médoc AOC

Château Bibian is a historic (and one of the oldest) property in Listrac-Médoc, located between the more famous communes of Margaux and Saint-Julien.
The château, purchased by the Meyre family in 1999 and a Cru Bourgeois Supérieur classified, is today run by the 6th generation, where Nathalie and Julien Meyre, in consultation with the famous wine consultant (Michel Rolland), carry on the family traditions and produce classic Bordeaux wines.

This wine is a rigorous selection of young plots of vines from Château Bibian and it comes from the best terroirs of Listrac.
Le Fleurs de Bibian can be enjoyed in its youth, to savor all its roundness and fruitiness.

Certified sustainable HVE (High Environmental Value) and Vigneron Independant.

   

For more info, visit Château Bibian website.

VARIETALS
60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon

VINTAGE
2019

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Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac-Leognan AOC (by Château Smith Haut Lafitte GCC)

2019

Le Petit Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac-Leognan AOC (by Château Smith Haut Lafitte GCC)

Located in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation and dating back to 1365,  Château Smith Haut Lafitte  is one of the oldest châteaux in Bordeaux. This magnificent property entered a new era in its history following its acquisition by Daniel and Florence Cathiard in 1990. Driven with passion and ambition by the Cathiards, Château Smith Haut Lafitte has established itself as one of the finest properties in the Graves region, with wines world-renowned for their elegance and style, both red and white.

The Petit Smith Haut Lafitte is is the second wine of Château Smith Haut Lafitte but produced and cared for with the same attention reserved for the château’s first wine. The 2019 is made from vines averaging 11 years old. The château uses its own vines, thanks to a mother vine preserved in the nursery on Lalande Island. 

For more info, visit Domaine de Chevalier website.

VARIETALS
60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot

VINTAGE
2019

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Le Volte dell’Ornellaia Toscana IGT

2019

Le Volte dell’Ornellaia Toscana IGT

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.

For more info, visit Ornellaia website.

VARIETALS
70% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Sangiovese

VINTAGE
2019

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Les Hauts du Tertre Margaux AOC (Château du Tertre GCC 2nd wine)

2019, 2017

Les Hauts du Tertre Margaux AOC (Château du Tertre GCC 2nd wine)

Château du Tertre is a property steeped in history. This property has existed since the 12th century and its vineyard of 52 hectares remains unchanged since 1855. Since the 19th century, their wines have become worldwide recognised thanks to the classification of 1855 which makes Château du Tertre a Grand Cru Classé de Margaux.

Crafted with the same precision, passion, and expertise as Château du Tertre, Les Hauts du Tertre reveals another side of the estate, that of a wine best discovered and appreciated in its younger years. Lively, with silky tannins, its fruity and spicy notes blend with the delicacy of Margaux wines.

For more info, visit Château du Tertre website.

VARIETALS
43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot

VINTAGE
2017

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Miles From Nowhere Best Blocks Cabernet Sauvignon

2019

Miles From Nowhere Best Blocks Cabernet Sauvignon

The Miles from Nowhere name comes from the journey Franklin Tate’s ancestors made over 100 years ago from Eastern Europe to Australia: upon their arrival, they felt they had travelled “miles from nowhere”.
The philosophy of Miles from Nowhere is based on a passion for seeking out precious pockets of exceptional land and vineyards across the Margaret River region.

This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon is created by selecting only the best individual panels and rows (the so called “Best Blocks“) from across 3 different sub-regions of Margaret River.
Cabernet Sauvignon is Margaret River’s classic variety, it represents where the region started.
As Margaret River continues to grow and develop, the love for Cabernet never changes, it is the soul of the community, and responsible to have put Margaret River on the map.

For more info, visit Miles from Nowhere website.

VARIETALS
Cabernet Sauvignon

VINTAGE
2019

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Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC

2019

Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC

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”.

Ornellaia is a blend of nature and musing. Complex ancient soils converse through human wisdom with a delicate microclimate that is echoed and reflected in the Mediterranean Sea. Prolonged ageing accompanies the estate’s fine wine in achieving its utmost expression, revealing finesse and generosity over time.

“This is a powerful, intriguing and mysterious Ornellaia. The wine does not reveal all the facets immediately in the glass, but envelop the palate with a curiosity to discern the nuances over time.” – Olga Fusari

For more info, visit Ornellaia website.

VARIETALS
62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet Franc

VINTAGE
2019

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Pfaff Pinot Noir Vieilles Vignes Alsace AOC

2019

Pfaff Pinot Noir Vieilles Vignes Alsace AOC

Located at the heart of the vineyard of Alsace since 1957, Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim has developed a taste for quality and innovation in line with its traditions and values.
This old vines Pinot noir unveils fresh aromas of berries and some notes of spices.

For more info, visit Pfaff website.

VARIETALS
100% Pinot Noir

VINTAGE
2019

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Pfaff Riesling Zinnkoepfle Alsace Grand Cru AOP

2019

Pfaff Riesling Zinnkoepfle Alsace Grand Cru AOP

Located at the heart of the vineyard of Alsace since 1957, Cave des Vignerons de Pfaffenheim has developed a taste for quality and innovation in line with its traditions and values.

Zinnkoepflé soils sits upon shelly Muschelkalk limestone strewn with sandstone inclusions which provide aromatic finesse and remarkable acidity – the base for the superb intensity of these terroir wines. Zinnkoepflé produces wines marked by generous maturity which translates on the palate into aromas of candied fruit and toasted notes. Simultaneously, the mouth structure reveals complex freshness. This duality bestows weight, finishing with a subtle, sweeping and highly precise minerality.
In particolar, Riesling unfolds notes of citrus fruit peel giving a succulent sensation, a mere prelude to intense minerality.

For more info, visit Pfaff website.

VARIETALS
100% Riesling

VINTAGE
2019

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Rocca delle Macìe 1787 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG

2019

Rocca delle Macìe 1787 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG

Rocca delle Macìe was established in 1973, when Italo Zingarelli, a film-maker, producer and director, decided to realize his lifelong dream by acquiring the “Le Macìe” estate, in order to create a winery in the heart of the Chianti Classico zone and to produce wines that, thanks to their balance between the tannic structure, fruit and pleasantness, can be appreciated by young people and wines that are able to give over the years a great evolution.

1787 is the year in which the word “Vino Nobile” appears for the first time on an expense note of a wine coming from Montepulciano.
This Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is created using grapes cultivated on local estates in accordance with the traditional method of vinifying this ancient Tuscan wine.

For more info, visit Rocca delle Macìe website.

VARIETALS
90% Prugnolo Gentile, 10% Merlot

VINTAGE
2019

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Rocca delle Macìe Continuavano a Chiamarlo Trinità Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG (1500ml)

2019

Rocca delle Macìe Continuavano a Chiamarlo Trinità Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG (1500ml)

Rocca delle Macìe was established in 1973, when Italo Zingarelli, a film-maker, producer and director, decided to realize his lifelong dream by acquiring the “Le Macìe” estate, in order to create a winery in the heart of the Chianti Classico zone and to produce wines that, thanks to their balance between the tannic structure, fruit and pleasantness, can be appreciated by young people and wines that are able to give over the years a great evolution.

It’s a Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019, made from Sangiovese grapes grown on the first two estates Italo purchased in 1973, Le Macìe and Sant’Alfonso. A blend, therefore, of two very different terroirs: the former rich in Alberese, the latter in clay – as different from one another in character as the two protagonists in the film, Bud & Terence, one strong, the other light. The choice of the Magnum format reflects Italo’s philosophy – being together, sharing carefree moments together over a glass of wine.

For more info, visit Rocca delle Macìe website.

VARIETALS
100% Sangiovese

VINTAGE
2019

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