The family, whose ancestors came from Burgundy, have been growing wine on the Mittelhaardt since 1620. The spacious sandstone vaulted cellars were built in the middle of the 19th century. The Lindenhof is easily recognizable by its entrance adorned with a stone relief depicting a linden tree. In the inner courtyard there are two 100-year-old linden trees, to which the winery owes its name. The current generation , Timo Spindler, has farmed the 11 Ha of the family estate since 1994.
Francois Voyer XO Gold Cognac selected by Vinepair in the Top 10 of the 50 Best Spirits of 2021.
Francois Voyer Cognac is a family owned and run Artisan Distiller that is passionate about every detail in making cognac, especially old vintages. Founded in 1870, the 28 hectares of vineyard are situated in the Grande Champagne, the Premier Cru of Cognac.
The Voyer family is widely regarded as one of France's greatest distillers but their fame and reputation has remained largely confined to their home country with the best restaurants and shops in France carrying the family's bottlings (Ducasse, Lucas Carton, Lameloise, etc.).
Bodegas Gracia.
Bodegas Gracia was founded in 1950 by Francisco Gracia. The vineyards are located in the top quality areas of Montilla-Moriles -Sierra de Montilla and Moriles Altos- plus a few hectares in Santaella, near Aguilar de la Frontera. Bodegas Gracia has its own winemaking facilities including old American oak butts and 100 large casks each containing 1,500 liters. The winery produce Fino, Amontillado, Oloroso and P.X. in a classic style following traditional winemaking and without the need of fortification.
Great Reviews from James Suckling for Aguijon de Abeja.
We are proud to share some great Reviews from James Suckling for Aguijon de Abeja.
Aguijon Abeja Malbec 2019. 90 points.
Aguijon Abeja Cabernet Franc 2019. 91 points.
Aguijon Abeja Cabernet Sauvignon 2019. 91 points.
Aguijon Abeja Bonarda 2019. 92 points.
Hector and Pablo Durigutti endeavor to make wines which capture the time and place of each individual vintage and region. At the same time, their projects support and revitalize the regions where their grapes are cultivated, preserving each area's tradition of viticulture and ensuring their futures.
Rancio Soleras from De Muller
De Muller Rancio Soleras are maade following an ancient winemaking Mediterranean tradition that has been preserved over centuries. Native grapes have undergone a long aging in neutral wooden casks, creating a slow controlled oxidation that will slowly create complex and unique aromas. A gradual oxidation in the wine due to ambient temperature exposure together with the age of the barrels and the climate conditions in the area result in a Rancio of exceptionally unique characteristics.
La Perla Rioja Alta Reserva 2014 receives 93 points & Best Buy from Wine & Spirits Magazine.
Our goal is to produce wines that respect tradition and the environment. The farming is organic and the rows are grassed over. We encourage biodiversity and the dynamic it brings to the viticulture. Our vineyards are located in and around Fuenmayor, in the heart of Rioja Alta. The mountains and continental climate offer perfect conditions for Tempranillo. The altitude of the vineyards is higher than in most of Rioja, resulting in wines of with good freshness.
The grapes are carefully hand harvested and the winery, spontaneous fermentation takes place with the native yeasts. No winemaking additives are used and the wines are very minimally fined or filtered. The resulting wines are traditional in style, with great balance. The concentration of the fruit comes from the hard work in and great care of the vineyards. Javier Pérez Ruiz de Vergara-Winemaker.
De Muller Vermouth Reserva receives 93 points from Decanter
We are very excited to announce that De Muller Vermouth Reserva has received 93 points from Decanter.
A deep amber in the glass with a rich, spiced nose with layers of Mediterranean herbs – rosemary, sage, and licorice – and pleasant roasted chestnut aromas. Fresh in the palate, with complex flavors of herbs, caramel and walnuts, finishes with a gentle bitterness and spice.
The wine is aromatized with 150 botanicals and aged for at least a year in neutral oak barrels under a solera system.
One of the Top 10 Best Vermouths in Spain -El Páis
Domaine de Lery Cheverny Rouge
Domaine de Lery is located in Vineuil, overlooking the Loire River. The estate is surrounded by the famous castles of Chambord, Cheverny, and Blois. The family's philosophy is to produce quality wines with maximum care for the environment. The winery is a member of Terra Vitis, an organization that certifies sustainable farming. They encourage biodiversity in the estate and no fertilizers are used.
The entire vineyard lies on a thick layer of Beauce limestone, partly covered with a blend of siliceous clay, sand and rock. The average vine age ranges from 20 to over 50 years old. The grapes undergo spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts. A slow fermentation then takes place at low temperature.
Today, Audrey and Marion, the family's 3rd generation, carefully produce classic, elegant, and balanced wines. The family proudly takes part in every step of the process from vine to bottle, to guarantee the quality of their wines.
Vignobles Bodillard Morgon & Beaujolais Villages.
We are very excited to have back in stock the Vignobles Bodillard Morgon & Beaujolais Villages!
The Bodillard vineyards are planted on the undulating hills around Morgon, in granitic and schist soils that are ideal for Gamay. The vines are from 20-100 years old, bringing a wide variety of distinct, unique aromas to each wine.
The vineyards have been cared for by the Bodillard family for 5 generations. . Today, vigneron Renaud cares for the family vineyards with organic and biodynamic farming. Harvest is done exclusively by hand.
Once in the winery, the grapes are carefully into concrete vats or oak barrels for whole grape carbonic maceration. Fermentation is spontaneous with native yeasts and the wines are aged in carefully selected French oak vats and barrels.
The Bodillard family proudly takes part in every step of the process from vine to bottle, to guarantee the quality of their wines.
Dom Poland Premium Vodka
DOM Vodka is a unique and true artisanal vodka made in the heart of Poland. Our family has been making spirits for several generations in the beautiful and historic Greater Poland region. Artisanship is deeply rooted in the proud traditions of the region.
The premium grain is some of the best in Poland and sourced only from families with whom we have been working for generations. Only the most pure water is used. DOM means “Home” in Polish and our Vodka is unique expression of what a Premium Small Batch Vodka from Poland is meant to be. DOM is distilled six times to be pure and clean while still retain character and personality. It is finally carefully filtered six times and allowed to rest for weeks before bottling.
DOM is a refined, pure and sophisticated Vodka but subtle, with its character and elegance enhancing the Vodka's sexy smoothness and complexity. Full bodied, with a round mouthfeel and a long finish it can be enjoyed neat or it can be a great companion to any cocktail.
Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions, thank you!
Westerpark Holland Premium Vodka
Named after the historic Park in Amsterdam, Westerpark Vodka is a unique and true artisanal vodka. Our family has been distilling spirits for several generations. Artisanship is deeply rooted in the proud traditions of the region. The premium grain is some of the best in the Netherlands and sourced only from families with whom we have been working for generations. Only the purest water is used.
Westerpark is a refined, pure and sophisticated Vodka, with its character and elegance enhancing the Vodka's sexy smoothness and complexity. Refined, with a round mouthfeel and a long finish this Premium Small Batch Vodka can be enjoyed neat or it can be a great companion to any cocktail.
New Vintages now in stock.
The 2020 vintages of Jordi Miro Garnacha Blanca, Quo Garnacha and La Ardilla Moscato are now in stock.
New Reviews For Proyecto Las Compuertas!
Winemakers Pablo and Hector Durigutti call Las Compuertas, Argentina home, living and raising their families there. The Compuertas Project is their way of giving back to the region. Their dedication has paid off with several wonderful reviews. Please see below a summary:
Proyecto Las Compuertas Criolla Parral 2020 - 92 points from Tim Atkin, MW
Proyecto Las Compuertas Cordisco 2020 - 92 points from Tim Atkin, MW
Proyecto Las Compuertas Charbono 2020 - 93 points from James Suckling
Proyecto Las Compuertas Cinco Suelos 2020 - 95 points from Tim Atkin, MW
Proyecto Las Compuertas Malbec "1914" 2020 - 95 points from Tim Atkin, MW
Proyecto Las Compuertas Cabernet Franc 2020 - 95 points from Tim Atkin, MW
Vinabade Albarino 2020 receives 91 points from Mundus Vini.
Located in the heart of the Salnes Valley, Viñabade was founded by Manuel Vázquez 50 years ago. The second generation of the family, sister and brother Myriam and Manuel Vázquez, now run the winery. They select the best grapes from their own vineyard to produce wines of character and personality.
The name "Viñabade" means "Abbot's Vineyard" in the Galician language, a reference to the Cluny monks who are believed to have brought Albariño to the area from Burgundy in the 12th or 13th century. The winery is located in Val do Salnés, the oldest sub-zone of Rias Baixas. Val do Salnés, located on the Atlantic coast, is known as the birthplace of the Albariño grape. The granitic soil and cool Atlantic climate provide perfect growing conditions for Albariño, producing elegant, fresh and crisp wines.
De Vecci Negroamaro Salento
Our vineyards are located just a few miles north of Lecce, in the Salento Peninsula. Surrounded on three sides by the sea, it is the southernmost tip of Puglia, a tongue of land between the Adriatic and Ionian seas. The Mediterranean climate is known for its sun and for the regular sea breezes, which waft through the vineyards and help to keep the vines healthy.
The soils are predominantly clay-calcareous, reddish terre rosse and rocky, mineral-rich soils, contributing to the personality of our wines. We believe that wine must be made, first and foremost in the vineyard and we pay particular attention to traditional agricultural practices, aimed at respecting the environment, and capable of producing healthy grapes.
Life here flows in contact with nature among vineyards and centuries-old olive groves with patches of native holm-oak (leccio). We grow only native varietals. No chemicals are used (fertilizers, pesticides, additives. The vineyards are dry farmed and the grapes are harvested by hand.
The winemaker, Piero Serio, is a native of the town and the third generation of the family to make wine. Negroamaro is the local king varietal, a native grape with a tight, compact cluster; the grapes exudes spicy Mediterranean scrub and liquorice root. The Negroamaro vines are trained in either the traditional alberello, or low bush style, or to a low vertical-trellis.
Fermentation happens spontaneously thanks to indigenous yeasts that are naturally present on the skin of the grapes; it takes place in concrete tanks, the wine then rest in large traditional oak barrels in our cellar. No winemaking additives are used and the wines are certified as Organic in the EU.
Ricominciare Malbec Cabernet Franc 2019 receives 91 points from James Suckling.
In 1902, Nicolás Catena arrived in Argentina from Italy. In Finca La Libertad in Mendoza, he continued an ancient tradition in new lands. Jorge, his grandson, inherited this legacy and passion for winemaking. Today, Viviana Catena, Jorge's daughter, and her family continue the traditional winemaking methods passed down by their great-grandfather.
Ricominciare only uses grapes from their San Vicente Vineyard, in La Consulta, Valle de Uco. This vineyard has been in the family for more than 50 years. Deep sandy soils, the high altitude of the vineyards and the water coming from the thaw of the Andes Mountains combine to create wines of unique personality.
The harvest is done 100% by hand. Only native yeasts are used and fermentation is done in small tanks plot by plot. The wines are bottled with no fining and only a very light filtration. The aim is always elegance.
DE Muller Vermouth Reserva selected as one of the best Vermouths in Spain by the Penin Guide!
Kalls Riesling Kabinett "Steinacker" 2019.
We are very excited to have now in stock the Kalls Riesling Kabinett "Steinacker" 2019.
A Single Vineyard, this Riesling Kabinett is made with grapes grown on the rugged cliffs of the Steinacker vineyard. The vineyards are protected by the Palatinate Forest and the soils are rich in ancient lime-marl, loess and gravel. The vineyard has been giving grapes since 1270 with tax records documenting it!.
Punta Corral 2018 receives 94 points from Vinous!
We are happy to share that Vinous has reviewed Puntacorral 2018 with 94 points!
Bodega Fernando Dupont 2018 Punta Corral
Maimará, Quebrada De Humahuaca, Northern Region
The 2018 Punta Corral, a 40/40/20 Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah blend from Maimará, Quebrada de Humahuaca, spent 12 months in used oak. This vintage stands out for its Punta Corral style, which is achieved with remarkable precision given the wild nature of the Humahuaca terroir. Characterful with hints of wet stone, paprika and flesh, the nose is nuanced with crystal clear raspberry and herbal aromas. Intense in the mouth, the new but pleasantly gentle tannins enhance the juicy, well balanced structure, with a slight kick of alcohol (15%) that brings greater energy.
Drinking window: 2022 - 2032
New French Wine Arrivals this Week.
