Pinot Noir, Crna Tamjanika (Black Muscat)

Raspberries, blackberries, violets, and cinnamon.

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 13.5%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Food Wine

Region: Srem, Serbia

In the realm of winemaking, Djordje Bikicki's journey is intertwined with a profound appreciation for natural wines, sparked by his encounter with the renowned Oszkar Maurer. Following a fortuitous placement next to Maurer at a Serbian wine fair in 2013, Djordje found himself immersed in a world of shared ideas and mutual inspiration. Since then, Maurer has served as the consulting winemaker for Bikicki, guiding him in crafting minimal intervention wines fermented exclusively with native yeasts and featuring minimal sulfur additions before bottling. With a focus on expressing the pure essence of Serbian fruit sourced from the natural terroir of Fruška Gora, Bikicki's winemaking philosophy revolves around achieving balance, elegance, and clarity.

Pais

Strawberries, cranberries, wildflowers and baking spice.

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Food Wine

Region: Itata Valley, Chile

Leoncio isn't just a winery; it's a pioneer in sustainable viticulture and rejuvenation within Chile's Itata Valley. Founded on principles of organic and regenerative farming, Leoncio is more than just about crafting exquisite wines; it's about revitalizing the unique Pais grape and showcasing its true potential.

Diverging from the practices of many large-scale producers, Leoncio places quality above quantity, prioritizing a harmonious relationship with nature. Their ethos involves steering clear of synthetic fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides, nurturing a vibrant and biodiverse ecosystem in their vineyards. Moreover, Leoncio collaborates with local families, assisting in transitioning their existing Pais vines to sustainable methods.

Kékfrankos, Kadarka, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc

Cherries, plums, cassis, redcurrant, violets and clove.

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Food Wine

Region: Szekszárd,

Sebestyen Mozaik winery isn't just about producing Hungarian Bikavér reds; it's a family legacy deeply rooted in tradition and reverence for the land. Founded by Zoltan Sebestyen in the 1990s, the winery honors the heritage of his grandfather, who planted the first vines in Szekszard decades earlier.

What sets Sebestyen Mozaik apart is their steadfast commitment to quality and sustainable viticulture. Their vineyards, nestled in the heart of the Szekszard region, benefit from its rolling hills, loess soil, and ideal grape-ripening climate. With meticulous care, they cultivate Kékfrankos (Blaufränkisch), Kadarka, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc grapes using sustainable practices.

sankt laurent, zweigelt

Plums, raspberry, cranberry, violets, and pepper.

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Glou Glou

Region: Burgenland, Austria

Meinklang is a lively farm compromising the three typical fields of a Pannonian farmstead in East Austria south of capital town Vienna: wine-growing, fruits and agriculture. Each family-member is specialized in an aspect of farming. Unique is the estate owns Angus & Aubrac cattle herd. It`s the farms source for our own nutritious, organic fertilizer for lively soils in the vineyards and creates the closed circle in the biodynamic Demeter farming. Outstanding issues are the totally unpruned vines, called «graupert» and the extended maturation in concrete egg-shaped containers. As well as the family initiated the first holistic Demeter brewery where we refine the ancient grain beer out of the old varieties called Einkorn and Emmer wheat. - From Zev Rovine

Red apples, quince, brioche, rose petals, and pepper.

Vintage:

• 2019

ABV:

• 6%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Glou Glou

Region: Jaanihanso, Estonia

Jaanihanso stands as a cherished family-owned cider house and orchard nestled within the storied grounds of a historic farm dating back to the 18th century. Acquired by the Roosimaa family in 2000, their insight into the farm's legacy is gleaned from ancestral documents discovered within the house and shared recollections from elder villagers reminiscing about bygone eras.

A weathered workshop, a relic from the collective farm era, marred the landscape until fate intervened, offering the ideal canvas for Jaanihanso Cidery. Embracing the opportunity, they acquired, renovated, and outfitted the space with tanks and a cider press, breathing new life into its timeworn frame.

Cabernet Franc

Strawberries, raspberries, cherries, and rose petals.

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Classic

Style:

Glou Glou

Region: Okanagan Valley, Canada

Michal Mosny, the visionary behind Winemaker's CUT, isn't merely crafting wines; he's orchestrating symphonies of flavor. Inspired by the concept of a "director's cut," Michal channels his experience and passion to imbue each bottle with a distinct vision.

What truly distinguishes Winemaker's CUT is Michal's unwavering dedication to both quality and sustainability. The vineyards adhere to organic and biodynamic principles, nurturing an ecosystem that yields vibrant, "living wines." This ethos extends beyond the grapes themselves; classical music fills the winery, underscoring the seamless harmony between nature, art, and the final product.

Gelber Muskateller, Riesling, Scheurebe/Sämling

Red apple, grapefruit, apricot, elderflower, and mint.

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Food Wine

Region: Weinviertel, Austria

Upon completing agricultural school in 2002, Michael Gindl, born in 1983, harbored a steadfast determination to oversee the farm that has been in his family since 1807. Traditionally, the farm practiced mixed agriculture encompassing crops, livestock, forestry, and viticulture. Following his grandfather's untimely passing, Michael's mother assumed farm management duties while his father pursued a career as a food inspector. During his schooling, Michael took on the responsibility of vinification.

Concurrently, Michael embarked on a journey toward embracing biodynamic methods, leading to the farm's eventual certification as biodynamic. Since 2012, Highland cattle have been bred on the property, while horses are employed in the vineyards and wheat fields.