A Word From Our Founder

Welcome to full swing of Fall with wines that will make you feel like you're ready for a sweater! This month is a mix of medium bodied reds, a lighter white and oranges as well as a fun Halloween call out! Enjoy!
-Holly

October 2024 - 6 Bottle Club

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Club Pick 1

Refreshing and fruit forward with subtle smoky and herby notes! Made with a rare grape that is making a much-needed comeback!

 

Cesanese

Cherries, raspberries, and spices!

Vintage:

  • 2021

ABV:

  • 13.5%

Funky Scale:

Classic

Style:

Food Wine

Region: Lazio, Italy

Nestled in the historic town of Piglio within the Lazio wine region, Abbia Nòva's vineyards are imbued with centuries of rich history. From hosting Bernard of Clairvaux as he embarked on his monastic journey to serving as summer retreats for Roman emperors Nerva and Trajan, the land exudes a sense of profound heritage. For over four hundred years, Cesanese d’Affile has reigned supreme in Piglio, though Abbia Nòva also champions the revival of other ancient varietals like Passerina and Nostrano. Cousins Daniele and Pierluca Proietti, hailing from humble farming backgrounds, infuse their winemaking with a deeply personal and natural agricultural ethos, blending local traditions with cultural influences garnered from years of experimentation with natural methods.

Club Pick 2

This light-bodied zesty red is fermented with native yeasts in cavernous cement tanks that reside under a house at the winery. Spicy herbal notes combined with a hints of fruit such as strawberry and cherry. Best to be served slightly chilled.

Monica

Red berries, blackberry, citrus, jasmine and clove.

Vintage:

  • 2022

ABV:

  • 13.5%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Food

Region: Sardinia, Italy

"Sergio Loi is a 4th generation traditional Sardinian producer, whose family winery from the early 900s has always practiced no chemical farming and minimum intervention in the cellar. The Cardedu [car-DAY-do] vineyards are located on the island’s sparsely populated Southeast, where soils are crumbling granite near the coast, and schist in ragged-dry cliffs around Jerzu. - Portovino"

Club Pick 3

Clot 13 Creature Red 2022 is a vibrant and naturally crafted red wine made with minimal intervention, reflecting the bold spirit of the vineyard’s terroir. Produced organically, this red is fermented spontaneously, preserving the authenticity and purity of the grapes. Its fresh, fruit-forward character is balanced with earthy undertones, offering a lively and complex profile that is unfiltered and unfined.

Grenache, Syrah, Carignan

Bursting with juicy red fruit, hints of herbs, light tannins, and a touch of earthiness that gives it a rustic charm.

Vintage:

  • 2022

ABV:

  • 13.5%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Region: Roussillon, France

De Mena, meaning "By Nature" in Catalan, is a passion project of Sébastien Agelet, located in the small, time-forgotten village of Paziols, nestled in the Pyrenees Mountains. Once part of the Principality of Catalonia, Paziols still holds a medieval charm. Sébastien, a visionary vigneron, transitioned his family’s old vines to organic farming, pulling them away from the co-op to create wines that reflect nature’s purity and authenticity. De Mena’s wines are naturally crafted with minimal intervention, showcasing the terroir and embracing a philosophy rooted in passion. Sébastien’s wines are known for being thought-provoking, purposeful, and utterly delicious, with an emphasis on organic, traditional winemaking methods.

Club Pick 4


Full of citrus fruit flavors - orange, grapefruit, and tangerine with a fun pop of red berries! Complex, lively, low tannins, and smooth on the palate with a long and refreshing citrus red fruit finish.

 

Skin-contact Clairette, Direct press Cinsault

Orange, grapefruit, cranberry, white flowers and pepper.

Vintage:

  • 2023

ABV:

  • 12.5%

Funky Scale:

Middle of the Road

Style:

Food Wine

Region: Languedoc, France

Olivier Cohen, a dynamic winemaker hailing from the Hérault region in the Languedoc near Montpellier, is the visionary behind Les Vignes d’Olivier. His repertoire boasts an exquisite rosé and an array of captivating red wines.

Initially immersed in the wine-selling scene, Olivier's journey took a pivotal turn while working at renowned natural wine bars like La Part des Anges in Nice and Vinivore nearby. It was here that his ardor for natural winemaking ignited, propelling him towards his own viticultural pursuit.

Seeking mentorship and hands-on experience, Olivier ventured to Corsica to collaborate with the esteemed Antoine Arena.

Club Pick 5

Kristinus Cuvée 2022 is a biodynamically farmed white and orange blend of 80% Welschriesling, 10% Gewürztraminer, and 10% Sauvignon Blanc, grown on the loamy, sandy soils near Lake Balaton. The wine undergoes spontaneous fermentation in clayver, amphora, and tank, showcasing the purity of the grapes with no fining or filtration. Aged for 10 months in large amphorae and tanks, this wine delivers a natural, balanced expression with minimal added sulfur.

 

Welschriesling, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc

Aromas of green pineapple, grapefruit, and honey, with citrus, tropical fruit, and a mineral finish.

Vintage:

  • 2022

ABV:

  • 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Region: Transdanubian, Hungary

Florian Zaruba and his partner Janka helm the multifaceted operations of the Kristinus property on the southwestern shores of Lake Balaton, Hungary. In addition to the winery, the estate encompasses a farm, fine dining restaurant, hotel, and cinema. This burgeoning winemaking region, situated on the largest lake in central Europe, saw the establishment of the estate in 2005. With a current size of 55 hectares, the estate's expansion offers the opportunity to provide wines of exceptional value. Since 2018, Kristinus has embraced biodynamic farming practices under its winemaking stewardship.

Club Pick 6

Turay Generosa Pet Nat 2022 is a vibrant and refreshing sparkling wine, made from the native Generosa grape, grown in the biodynamic vineyards of the Turay family estate. The family’s winemaking legacy stretches back twelve generations, and since 2018, the estate has been farmed entirely biodynamically. This pét-nat is fermented naturally, offering a lively, effervescent expression with bright fruit flavors and a clean, crisp finish.

Generosa

Fresh, effervescent with notes of green apple, citrus zest, and delicate florals, finished with a crisp acidity.

Vintage:

  • 2022

ABV:

  • 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Region: Neszmély, Hungary

The Turay family's winemaking heritage dates back to the 17th century, with their noble status granted by Emperor Leopold I in 1663. For twelve generations, the Turay family has been cultivating grapes, a tradition briefly halted by the upheavals of the 20th century in Hungary. The modern Turay Pince was established in 2002 with the acquisition of a small cellar and vineyard in the village of Baj, located in the Neszmély wine region. - Rooted