A Word From Our Founder

Thanks for being part of our August Wine Club!

This month is shaping up to be epic with wines from renowned producers mostly in Africa and Europe. You might have noticed we have NEW cards this month! We always appreciate your feedback and decided to bring back some specific wine features on our cards in box, vs just doing the club pages and videos.

You'll also notice you got a free Imbibe magazine this month! We plan to continue partnering with fun brands to bring freebies to our club members as much as possible. If you know anyone great you think we should partner with, please let us know!

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Cheers,
Holly

August 2024 - 3 Bottle Club

Featured club videos!

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Club Pick 1

100% Beaujolais over here! Sourced from 3 different vineyards with the majority coming from 65-year-old vines in Moulin au Vent. Whole cluster fermentation and aged in both oak barrels and clay amphorae. A great acidic backbone in this red that balances out the fruit explosion on the palate.


Gamay

Flavors of black and red fruits such as raspberries, cherries, blackberries, and gooseberries.

Vintage:

  • 2021

ABV:

  • 10.9%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Complex

Region: Auvergne, France

Vivanterre, crafted by Patrick Bouju and Justine Loiseau in France's Auvergne region, was founded by Rosie and Max Assoulin, with support from renowned sommelier Cedric Nicaise. Made from organically and biodynamically farmed grapes, and vinified using natural methods, Vivanterre embodies the essence of the "Living Earth" from which it originates.

Club Pick 3

Reigning Sun from South Africa is liquid sunshine in a bottle! This Chenin Blanc and Muscat white blend has crunchy tropical fruit flavors, fresh citrus aromas, and zingy acidity. Serve cold on a hot summer day!

Chenin Blanc, Muscat

Yellow Apple, Pear, Peach and Chamomile.

Vintage:

  • 2022

ABV:

  • 12.4%

Funky Scale: Mostly Classic

Style: Glou Glou

Region: Swartland, South Africa

Tremayne Smith's journey into winemaking began in East London, where he initially pursued a career as a chef. Influenced by his father's passion for wine, he transitioned into the world of winemaking. After completing his studies, he honed his skills as the assistant winemaker and vineyard manager at Sijnn, followed by a stint at Mullineux, before assuming the role of winemaker at Fable. In 2014, Tremayne embarked on his own venture, The Blacksmith, driven by his experiences working with varietals like Cinsault, Carignan, and Grenache, both locally and abroad. The ethos of The Blacksmith centers on crafting natural wines that captivate the senses and resonate with the soul. Tremayne possesses a profound understanding of the nuances involved in producing natural wines.