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.

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.

Chenin Blanc

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 11.5%

Funky Scale: Mostly Funky

Style: Glou Glou, Party, Hype Juice

Region: Swartland, South Africa

Craig & Carla Hawkins are the proud owners of TESTALONGA, a venture that took root in 2008 with the inception of their inaugural wine, a Skin Macerated Chenin Blanc. Operating from rented 11 hectares of organically cultivated vineyards nestled within the granite soils of the Paardeberg, along with an additional 4 hectares situated on the Sandstone soils of the Piketberg, TESTALONGA remains deeply rooted in its commitment to natural winemaking practices. In 2015, the acquisition of Bandits Kloof farm in the slate-rich northern mountains of the Swartland marked a significant milestone. Here, the couple embarked on a new journey, focusing on cultivating Mediterranean grape varieties, with the first vineyards planted in 2018.