Spicy seafood, grilled vegetables, soft cheeses, citrus salad, roast chicken, tapas

Peach, pear, jasmine, citrus, spice, floral notes, light tannin, zesty finish

Varietal:

Marina, Muscat, Xarel.Io

Vintage:

• 2024

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Region:Catalonia, Spain

Raïmones represents the vibrant culmination of three esteemed wine families' legacies in Catalunia, heralding a new era of winemaking with a focus on natural practices and the revitalization of forgotten varietals. Embodying a commitment to craftsmanship and sustainability, Raïmones emerges as a beacon of innovation within the region's wine landscape. At the heart of their mission lies the preservation and promotion of "the Marina," an ancient and enigmatic grape variety whose potential has long been overshadowed by more mainstream cultivars. With a blend of reverence for tradition and a bold vision for the future, Raïmones harnesses the collective expertise and passion of its founders to breathe new life into Catalonia's winemaking heritage.

Roast chicken, grilled pork, aged cheese, mushroom dishes, spiced squash, almond-based dishes

Orange zest, smoke, roasted almond, vanilla, spice, dry texture, gentle tannins

Varietal:

Field blend including Formosa Dourada, Vale Grosso, Manteúdo, Moscatel

Vintage:

• 2023

ABV:

• 11%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Region: ,

Bibimbap, Spicy Indian Food, Drunken Noodles

Lovely frothiness and slight biscuit notes. Lemon tart and grapefruit.

Varietal:

Maria Gomes

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 11.5%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Region: Bairrada, Portugal

The Duckman wines epitomize the essence of Bairrada's indigenous grape varieties and its distinctive maritime influence. Deliberately eschewing any indication of the region on their labels, Maria Pato, daughter of Luis Pato, spearheaded this project to showcase the region's terroir and varietal authenticity with minimal cellar intervention. Fueled by a deep love for Bairrada and its native grapes, Maria and Luis reject the notion of Bairrada wines being defined by imported varietals, affirming that true Bairrada wine must stem from indigenous grapes. Working primarily with two vineyards, Amoreira da Gândara with sandy soils and Óis do Bairro with chalky-clay soils, they cultivate an array of red and white varietals, including Baga, Bical, Cercial.

Grilled fish, roast chicken, sheep’s cheese, chickpea stew, olives, almond dishes

Citrus, floral notes, yellow fruit, herbs, clay minerality, bright acidity, gentle grip

Varietal:

Antão Vaz, Diagalves, Perrum, Roupeiro, Manteúdo

Vintage:

• 2022

ABV:

• 12%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Region: Alentejo, Portugal

XXVI Talhas isn’t just a winery—it’s a tribute to tradition, a love letter to the past, and a celebration of community. Nestled in the heart of Vila Alva, a small village in Alentejo, Portugal, this project was born from a deep respect for the ancient Roman winemaking technique of talha—fermenting wine in large clay amphorae.

For generations, families in Vila Alva have gathered around these earthen vessels, crafting wines that speak of time, soil, and heritage. A group of friends, who grew up watching their elders carefully tend to the talhas, decided that this beautiful tradition shouldn’t fade into history. They restored the Adega do Mestre Daniel, where 26 original talhas still stand, and breathed new life into the ancient craft.