Merlot, Garnacha, Sumoll, Syrah

Berries, cherries, peppers, olive, and chocolate!

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 10%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Glou Glou

Region: Catalunya, Spain

Oriol Artigas, a native of Vilassar de Dalt within the Alella appellation, stumbled into winemaking serendipitously after initially aspiring to become a chemist. However, a transformative harvest experience in Penedès redirected his path towards enology, leading him to work at various wineries across Catalonia before teaching enology at a local university. This stability afforded Oriol the opportunity to pursue his true passion: revitalizing old coastal Alella vineyards. His mission involves crafting transparent, non-interventionist wines that reflect the nearby Mediterranean, infused with the essence of garrigue and sea salt. Situated just north of Barcelona, Alella boasts a rich viticultural history, though its vineyard area has diminished over time due to urbanization.

Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Cherry, strawberry, raspberry, and pepper.

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale: Mostly Classic

Style: Food Wine

Region: Ardeche, France

Situated on the outskirts of Lucca, Tuscany, Italy, this expansive 20-hectare property boasts rich biodiversity. Within its confines, 3 hectares of vineyards yield a selection of five distinct wines, among them "Arcipressi," "Rosaspina," and "Rubino."

L’Acadie, Chardonnay

Grapefruit, apple, pear, butter, and toast.

Vintage:

• NV

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale: Mostly Classic

Style: Food Wine

Region: Nova Scotia, Canada

Benjamin Bridge, nestled in Nova Scotia's Gaspereau Valley, has become a standout in Canada's wine landscape, particularly renowned for its sparkling offerings. With a focus on traditional method bubbles crafted from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, their signature "Benjamin Bridge NV" epitomizes their expertise. Yet, beyond sparkling wines, Benjamin Bridge also showcases a range of still wines, including the beloved "Nova 7."

What truly distinguishes Benjamin Bridge is their steadfast commitment to quality, reflected in their numerous accolades across Canada. Their sustainable practices, both in vineyards and production, underscore a profound respect for the environment.