Along the length of North and South Islands, the cool clear waters of the Pacific Ocean carve deep natural coves into the landscape.
Intriguing for its unrivalled tranquillity, this spectacular eastern coastline of New Zealand is also renowned for its exceptional wines.
In these beautiful, but harsh, conditions the vines struggle for survival, producing low yields of high quality fruit with concentrated flavours.
Parcels from the Awatere Valley and Wairau Valley together combine to create a wine brimming with varietal character, balance and elegance.
Clos de Nouys is an estate of about twenty hectares planted on the Vouvray appellation, managed by François Chainier. It is made up of vines that are on average 35 years old.
Already listed in the geological maps of 1907, it is one of the oldest wine estates of the AOC: its wines were served on board the Normandie liner in 1936 and on the most beautiful tables in the world. Its plots of vines were already noted among the best.
This 100% Chenin Blanc is grown on clay-limestone soils on the north bank of the Loire, on the hillsides of Vouvray.
Casa Santos Lima was created to ensure the continuous development of Santos Lima’s wine producing activity created several generations ago. This activity was first started by Joaquim Santos Lima, who, by the turn of 19th century, was already a great producer and exporter of Portuguese wines. Still a family owned company, today is present in the regions of Lisboa, Algarve, Alentejo, Vinho Verde and Douro.
This wine was made in an estate close to Lisboa where the vineyards sprawl across smooth slopes with stunning landscapes. This is a very fresh and intense rosé, with flavours of strawberries and raspberries. A well-balanced wine with a refreshing acidity.
The Abruzzo are rather unknown as a winegrowing region, except for the Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, which originates from it. The winery Colle Corviano in Loreto Aprutino belongs to the growing region Pescara, where Pinot Grigio is grown in selected vineyards located near the village of Loreto Aprutino in the Pinot Grigio IGP area, on stony, structured and drained limestone soil at 300 mt above the sea level, showing pleasant freshness with a well integrated acidity.
The Ceptura Winery is located in the town of Ceptura, in the heart of the Dealu Mare vineyard in Prahova County – one of the most famous wine-growing areas in Romania, with unique winemaking potential due to the special microclimate.
Magnus Monte Fetească Neagră is a popular, dry red wine produced in the famous Dealu Mare DOC wine region of Romania. It is highly regarded as an accessible, everyday wine that showcases the true identity of Romania’s flagship native grape variety, Fetească Neagră.
Founded by Graham Cranswick Smith, the wines take their cue from his family name, thought to derive from the Crane’s Wyke (the village of cranes) in Yorkshire as recorded in the medieval Domesday Book. The Cranswick wines are expertly crafted to reflect the very best of Australia’s winemaking heritage. Offering a three tier range of classic wines designed to be superb examples of Australian varietals from carefully selected vineyards in New South Wales and South Australia.
Founded by Graham Cranswick Smith, the wines take their cue from his family name, thought to derive from the Crane’s Wyke (the village of cranes) in Yorkshire as recorded in the medieval Domesday Book. The Cranswick wines are expertly crafted to reflect the very best of Australia’s winemaking heritage. Offering a three tier range of classic wines designed to be superb examples of Australian varietals from carefully selected vineyards in New South Wales and South Australia.
A Moscato showing light musk aromas, with fruity flavours of peach, pear and apple, finishing with a light fizz.
Founded by Graham Cranswick Smith, the wines take their cue from his family name, thought to derive from the Crane’s Wyke (the village of cranes) in Yorkshire as recorded in the medieval Domesday Book. The Cranswick wines are expertly crafted to reflect the very best of Australia’s winemaking heritage. Offering a three tier range of classic wines designed to be superb examples of Australian varietals from carefully selected vineyards in New South Wales and South Australia.
The grapes from this delicious, low-alcohol Moscato rosé are sourced from selected vineyards across Australia and demonstrate the new elegance of contemporary Australian wines.
The Dezzani Winery was founded in 1934 in Cocconato, in the province of Asti. The town is located 491 meters above sea level on the renowned Riviera del Monferrato. The history of our wines is closely linked to this territory, to its ideal microclimate for growing unique vineyards, and to its authentic tradition. The historical remains of Romanesque, Gothic, and medieval architecture frame the rows of Barbera, Albarossa, Cabernet, and Syrah, making the landscape even more captivating.
The Piemonte DOC Bianco 4 Bucce is a unique wine crafted from a blend of four grape varieties: Cortese, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, and Timorasso, combining native Piedmontese varieties with international ones. The grapes, harvested at different times in September, are vinified at a controlled temperature. Cortese contributes freshness, Chardonnay brings notes of exotic fruit, while Timorasso and Sauvignon add complexity and minerality to the blend.
In March 2002 the DiGiorgio Family became the proud owners of the second oldest winery in Coonawarra. This winery had been known since the early 1950’s as ‘Rouge Homme’ and holds enormous importance within the ‘winescape’ of Australia.
Being frank, this wine is made to be enjoyed with the best of food, family and friends. The finest white varieties of the estate have been blended to create a fresh and aromatic wine, with ripe tropical flavours and a crisp, dry finish.
Frankly, this white is fabulous!
In the heart of Languedoc , facing the town of Sète and Mont Saint Clair, lulled by the Lagoon of Thau, the Domaine Saint-André brings together all the traditional grape varieties of the Languedoc to which are added certain Bordeaux grape varieties, which benefits from a Mediterranean climate tempered by maritime influences.
Folie d’Inès Rosé is made from the finest Grenache and Cinsault grapes, with their crisp, sun-kissed berries. An elegant, expressive wine, with aromas of red berries and dried flowers. The sensation of freshness ends with a crisp finish.
A collection of wines with individual character. The concept of this brand is to actively interact with consumers, communicating in their own way through different characters, taking into account the individuality and preferences of consumers.
In the 17th century, in southwestern France, two grape plants, a red Cabernet Franc and a white Sauvignon Blanc, were accidentally crossed, resulting in the most popular grape variety among wine lovers: Cabernet Sauvignon. The result is a full-bodied wine with a medium level of acidity that goes well with most dishes. Ed will be your wine guide on this trip. He can find Moldova on a map and knows his stuff when it comes to wine, food and fun.
A collection of wines with individual character. The concept of this brand is to actively interact with consumers, communicating in their own way through different characters, taking into account the individuality and preferences of consumers.
Merlot in French means The Little Blackbird. This is an approachable grape variety and is often recommended as the first red for someone new to red wines. Known for being soft, ripe and elegant, Merlot is an easy red that goes well with food, or on its own.
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Finca La Emperatriz is a winery with an extensive vineyard estate in Rioja Alta.
Viñedos Hermanos Hernáiz is the new project of brothers Eduardo and Víctor, who in 1996 acquired Bodega La Emperatriz, named as such because the first owner of these plots was Eugenia de Montijo, wife of Napoleon III and Empress of France. With this new emphasis and with new projects at hand, the winery changed its name but its high-end wines retain the Finca La Emperatriz signature, the name of the ‘viñedo singular’ they come from, which is given to small, old plots with limited but high quality production and which, in summary, must comply with a series of strict standards to prove their quality.
This wine is made from traditional bush vine Viura with an average age of 35 years in the vineyards of Fuenmayor and Cenicero.
In Baños de Rioja, Viura is trained in espalier. The vineyards of Fuenmayor and Cenicero are not located in an area as extreme as those of Baños de Rioja, the microclimate is less Atlantic and the wines do not require of a long aging to show their full potential.
For more info, visit Finca La Emperatriz / Hermanos Hernáiz website.
The enterprising Esteban Martín family has always had a very close relationship with the countryside and farming. The family business began in 1964 with the creation of the Granja Virgen del Rosario farm. In addition to the farm, the winery and a transport company also form part of Grupo Esteban Martín, the group fully owned by the Esteban Martín family.
In 1985, Miguel Antonio Esteban decided to buy 150 hectares of vineyards in the best lands of the DOP Cariñena, located at the foot of the Iberian Mountains, in the heart of the Ebro Valley. Year after year he was acquiring new parcels and already in 2003 he decided to build his own winery.
Produced with organic practices and suitable for vegans, this wine reflects Bodegas Esteban Martín’s dedication to quality and respect for nature.
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