Cinsault

Refreshing and crunchy glou glou with lots of berries, bramble, and minerality to hold up to food or on its own!

Vintage:

• 2020

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Glou Glou, Food Wine

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.

Macabeo, Tardana

Peachy, citrusy, and hints of honey.

Vintage:

• 2019

ABV:

• 12.7%

Funky Scale: Mostly Funky

Style: Glou Glou

Region: Valencia, Spain

Bodegas Cueva epitomizes the essence of tradition, rooted in history dating back to the 18th century despite its formal establishment in 2000. Mariano Taberner, deeply attuned to his land, channels the mystical allure of the Mediterranean through his grapes. A pioneer in organic certification by the Comité de Agricultura Ecológica de la Comunidad Valenciana, Taberner prioritizes biodiversity and vineyard vitality.

Nestled within Cueva's domain flourish a diverse array of centenarian vines—Tempranillo, Bobal, and Tardana, the latter a staple for their sparkling wines. Preserved in ancient underground cellars, the wines maintain their natural coolness, untouched and undisturbed.

Lambrusco

Red Berries, citrus, strawberries, cherries and flowers.

Vintage:

• NV

ABV:

• 11.5%

Funky Scale: Mostly Classic

Style: Glou Glou

Region: Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Nestled between the rolling hills of Reggio Emilia and Parma, Venturini Baldini boasts a sprawling 130-hectare estate steeped in 17th-century history. Since 1976, our dedication to crafting organic Lambrusco and sparkling wines, alongside premium balsamic vinegars and condiments, has been unwavering. In 2013, Giuseppe and Julia Prestia assumed ownership, preserving the estate's visionary legacy while elevating our commitment to producing only the finest organic sparkling wines, with a particular emphasis on Lambrusco and sparkling rosé.

Our vineyards, spanning approximately 30 hectares, are adorned with predominantly indigenous Lambrusco varieties, thriving in clay-rich soils at altitudes ranging from 170 to 370 meters.