Alicante, Grenache

Deep fruit flavors and a dark juiciness fills up the palate but doesn’t overwhelm.

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Region: Vaucluse, France

Les Maoû is a wine producer based in the heart of Gordes, Vaucluse, France. The winery is run by Vincent and Aurélie Garreta, who are known for their organic viticulture practices and producing wines with minimal intervention. They work with a variety of grapes including Grenache, Clairette, Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Aubun, with a focus on creating balanced and soulful wines. The Garretas employ a small team during harvest, emphasizing traditional techniques like foot stomping and semi-carbonic maceration.

Concord

 Blackberry, jammy plum, grape candy, and red currant.

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 9%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Region: New York, USA

"Todd and Crystal left Brooklyn in the Summer of 2016 after a combined 30 years in the city to try their hand at building sustainable food systems in the Hudson Valley.
Both had very limited experience in agriculture, mostly relegated to growing tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and hops on fire escapes (when the neighborhood squirrels didn't kill everything out of spite.) Being lifetime New Yorkers, they wanted to show that interesting and dynamic wines could be grown in the Hudson Valley in the context of a small, Biodynamic, permaculture-focused farm. - Wild Arc"

Pinot Noir

Bright cherry, tart berries, saffaron

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 12.5%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Food Wine

Region: Auvergne, France

After a lifetime of experiences, Patrick Bouju settled in the Auvergne, releasing his first commercial vintage in 2002 and leaving his engineering job in 2008 to pursue winemaking full time.

Patrick's journey with wine began while he was a chemistry student in Clermont-Ferrand, where he discovered his aversion to classical wine due to his body's intolerance to sulfur. Inspired by low-intervention winemakers he met while in the military in Chalon-sur-Saône in 1994 and 1995, Patrick went on to study viticulture in Beaune.

After completing his studies, Patrick moved to the village of Glaine-Montaigut in the Auvergne, where he gradually started cultivating a small number of vines.

Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Capuccio, Allicante Boushet, Minella Nera, and Minella Bianco

Raspberry, blackberry, black currant, violets and clove.

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 14%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Hype Juice, Party Wine

Region: Sicily, Italy

Frank’s wines are like none we have ever tasted, and there is no doubt they have raised a stir throughout the industry. These wines express the absolutely unique land of Mt. Etna in a way that no other wine has. You really have to taste the wines and watch the color and flavor evolve in your glass to understand them.

Arinto

Apple, grapefruit, and orange blossom.

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Glou Glou

Region: California, USA

Lo-Fi wine is crafted in California, USA, drawing inspiration from the Old World winemaking traditions while embracing a New World approach. Produced by a team of passionate winemakers, Lo-Fi wines showcase the vibrant and diverse terroir of California's Central Coast region. With a focus on sustainability and minimal intervention, they use organic and biodynamically farmed grapes to create wines that are honest, expressive, and full of character. From crisp and refreshing whites to bold and juicy reds, each bottle of Lo-Fi wine reflects the essence of the vineyards and the hands-on craftsmanship behind it. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with food, Lo-Fi wines offer a taste of California's terroir and winemaking innovation.

Cinsault, Syrah, Carignan

Cherries, black plum, blueberry, and violets.

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 11%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Region: Languedoc-Roussillon, France

Benjamin Taillandier, a visionary winemaker, embarked on his journey with a commitment to crafting wines that embody a unique philosophy. After completing winemaking school, Benjamin gained experience in a conventional winery before meeting natural winemaker Jean-Baptiste Senat in 2004. Inspired by Senat's innovative ideas and techniques, Benjamin pursued a similar winemaking philosophy.

In 2007, Benjamin returned to his family's hometown of Caunes-Minervois, located between Carcassonne and the Montagne Noire. He acquired 5.7 hectares of Grenache Noir, Syrah, Cinsault, and Terret Gris, initially farming organically and later transitioning to biodynamics.

Apricot, lychee, lemon, rose petals, and white pepper.

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Region: Niederösterreich, Austria

In 2000, Gerald, a fifth-generation winemaker with a wine management background, and Andrea Diem assumed control of Weingut Diem. Gerald oversees wine cultivation and vinification, while Andrea manages wine distribution and marketing.

Sauvignon Blanc

 Grapefruit, lime, passion fruit, and gooseberry.

Vintage:

• 2020

ABV:

• 13.5%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Region: Marlborough, New Zealand

A Thousand Gods is a New Zealand wine producer led by Simon and Lauren, who have extensive experience in wine-making, including a decade in France's Cahors region and over forty vintages in nine countries. They focus on crafting biodynamic and natural wines in partnership with a grower in Marlborough's Waihopai Valley. Their wines are known for their purity, as they avoid additives, fining, or filtration, and emphasize the natural expression of their grapes​.

Greco

Tangerine, grapefruit, honey and white pepper.

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Region: Campania, Italy

Tenuta Vincenzo Nardone, nestled in the heart of Italy's Campania region, is a winery that embodies tradition, passion, and innovation. Founded by Vincenzo Nardone, this estate is dedicated to producing exceptional wines that reflect the rich heritage and unique terroir of the region.

The vineyards of Tenuta Vincenzo Nardone are meticulously managed with a deep respect for the environment. The estate practices sustainable viticulture, emphasizing the health of the soil and the vines. By avoiding synthetic chemicals and embracing organic farming techniques, the winery ensures that the grapes are of the highest quality, bursting with the natural flavors of the land.