Merlot, Garnacha, Sumoll, Syrah

Berries, cherries, peppers, olive, and chocolate!

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 10%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Funky

Style:

Glou Glou

Region: Catalunya , Spain

Oriol Artigas, a native of Vilassar de Dalt within the Alella appellation, stumbled into winemaking serendipitously after initially aspiring to become a chemist. However, a transformative harvest experience in Penedès redirected his path towards enology, leading him to work at various wineries across Catalonia before teaching enology at a local university. This stability afforded Oriol the opportunity to pursue his true passion: revitalizing old coastal Alella vineyards. His mission involves crafting transparent, non-interventionist wines that reflect the nearby Mediterranean, infused with the essence of garrigue and sea salt. Situated just north of Barcelona, Alella boasts a rich viticultural history, though its vineyard area has diminished over time due to urbanization.

Monastrell

Blackberries, cherry, rosemary, and lavender.

Vintage:

• 2019

ABV:

• 14.5%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Complex

Region: Priorat, Spain

We met Hodgkinson initially at RAW Wine NYC then went out to visit them in Priorat when we moved to Spain! Their wines are incredibly traditional and beautiful. When you are tired of the natty juice and are looking for a refined, oaked wine, these are a perfect respite knowing they are made without additives but taste like the classics you still know and love! The family bought Peter's Plot several decades ago and have been restoring the vines. It's one of the most beautiful places we've ever been!

Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Cherry, strawberry, raspberry, and pepper.

Vintage:

• 2021

ABV:

• 13%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Food Wine

Region: Ardeche, France

Situated on the outskirts of Lucca, Tuscany, Italy, this expansive 20-hectare property boasts rich biodiversity. Within its confines, 3 hectares of vineyards yield a selection of five distinct wines, among them "Arcipressi," "Rosaspina," and "Rubino."

cabernet franc

Black cherry, plum, raspberry, and pepper.

Vintage:

• NV

ABV:

• 13.5%

Funky Scale:

Mostly Classic

Style:

Food Wine

Region: Panzoult, France

Domaine Haut-Baigneux is a remarkable winery dedicated to producing wines that truly embody the essence of their unique terroir. Located in a renowned wine-producing region, Domaine Haut-Baigneux emphasizes sustainable farming and precise winemaking techniques to ensure every bottle reflects the distinct characteristics of the land.

At Domaine Haut-Baigneux, the emphasis is on preserving the natural vitality of their vineyards through organic and biodynamic farming practices. These methods not only enhance soil health and biodiversity but also result in high-quality grapes that express the terroir’s true nature. Their commitment to sustainability is evident in every stage of the winemaking process, from vineyard management to the final bottling.