CLASSIC CLUB
Red 1 – 2020 Joaquin Rebolledo Mencía, Valdeorras, Spain
100% Mencía
With a goal to preserve and restructure old vineyards of native varietals, Rebolledo has pioneered the story of viticulture in Galicia. His choice to graft with Godello and Mencia was at first seen as a risky bet, but now offers him international acclaim. Tradition is strong at the winery and every barrel is transported to a 2-century old cave “La Mina” where they are let to rest surrounded by mineral aromas. Nowadays, the estate includes almost 100 acres of vineyards planted over slate, granite and sand in steep slopes following the Sil river.
The Mencía is a young wine that amazes with its cherry color covered with purple rim, its aroma of cherry, blackberry and raspberry with with lively notes of cocoa, chalk and slate.
Food pairings: Italian and Mediterranean food, gratins, roasts, stews and cod in all its forms.
Red 2 – 2019 Barrachi O'LILLO! Toscana Rosso, Tuscany, Italy
25% Merlot, 25% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Syrah
The Baracchi Winery, located in the rolling hills of Cortona, under a shining Tuscan sun, has been producing wine for 5 generations, since 1860. Riccardo, the owner, wanted to combine and share the world of hospitality, fine dining and wellness with the production of great wines. Together with his son Benedetto and the oenologist and agronomist Stefano Chioccioli, he created a modern and dynamic company.
This easy drinking, modern red blend has a fruity nose of cherry and blackcurrant. Pleasant and light notes of black pepper, tobacco and forest floor. Fresh, full bodied with soft tannins.
Food pairings: Grilled meats, lasagne, rich pastas and risotto
White 1 – 2018 Casa de Pacos Loureiro Reserva Vinhas Velhas, Vinho Verde, Portugal
100% Loureiro
'Vinhas Velhas' translates to Old Vines in Portuguese, and this producer has been making wine since the 16th century. These older vines produce the best Loureiro on his property and this is not a typical blended Vinho Verde. Aged 9 months on the lees with a portion in oak barrels. This grape has been called the "Reisling of Portugal"
Fruity aromas of lemon, pineapple and white peach; subtle and elegant aromas of white flowers. Flavors continue with lemon and white peach, this complex and medium-bodied wine has a long, rich finish.
Food Pairing: Great with fish tacos, sushi, salads, picnics at the beach
White 2 – 2020 Valori 'Chiamami Quando Piove' Pecorino Bio, Abruzzo, Italy
Certified Organic
100% Pecorino
Valori is a modern and up-to-date winery, rooted in one of the best wine-making areas of Abruzzo, the Teramo Hills, where it stretches over 14 hectares between the villages of Sant’Omero and Controguerra. Founded by Luigi Valori in Sant’Omero in 1996, the native Abruzzi varieties predominate. "Chiamami Quando Piove' translates to "Call me when it rains", when his work in the vineyard stops for a time.
Aromas of citrus, wildflowers and Mediterranean scrubland, extremely fresh and crisp on the palate with fruit, floral and mineral notes.
Food Pairing: Great as an aperitif or with a fresh summer menu of fish & shellfish, raw veggies and cheeses - like Pecorino!
COLLECTORS CLUB
Red 1 – 2017 Mi Terruño 'Mayacaba' Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
100% Malbec
This single vineyard Malbec hails from 100 year old vines located in Perdriel, Lujan de Cuyo, one of the best terrior in Mendoza. Known as an international 'cult' wine due to it's small production and critical acclaim.
Aromas of perfectly ripe red fruits. A great range of aromas from the oak are appreciable, too; vanilla, smoke, toast and spices. On the palate concentrated, expressive, and appetizing. Silky tannins make way for a flood of sensations on the palate, ending long and convincing.
94 POINTS - JAMES SUCKLING
Food pairing: Fire up the grill!
Red 2 – 2016 La Cappuccina 'Campo Buri' Carmenere-Oselata, Veneto, Italy
Certified Organic
90% Carmenere, 10% Oselata
Since 1890, the Tessari family has been making wine at its La Cappuccina estate at Costalunga di Monteforte d’Alpone, in the Soave d.o.c. wine zone to the east of Verona. The property takes its name from the artfully restored 16th century chapel, annexed to Villa BuriTessari – where Capuchin friars once worshipped.
This unique wine is mostly Carmenère, making it a rarity in an Italian context, and it doubles down on the intrigue by adding a splash of the even-rarer indigenous grape Oseleta. Saved from extinction in the 1980s, Oseleta adds colour and tannin to this complex, refined, appealing wine, with its notes of dark berry, pepper spice, clove and vanilla. An Uncorked Staff Favorite!
Food pairing: Roast leg of lamb, grilled meats, veal, sausages, wild mushrooms
White – 2020 Cave Gargantua Pinot Gris, Vallée D'Aoste, Italy
100% Pinot Gris
In the far north west of Italy, on the border of Switzerland and France, is the high elevation vineyards of the Vallée D'Aosta, and area known more for winter sports and summer hiking. Cave Gargantua is the story of Laurent Cuneaz and his family who are based in Gressan. Named after the giant mountain depression formed from glacial debris known as Gargantua, Laurent developed his passion for vineyards and wine from his grandfather on those slopes.
This exhilarating wine bursts from the glass with aromas of orchard fruits and energy. A complex and full-bodied white aged in partially in stainless steel and partially in oak barrels, with lees stirring in both. Powerful and long with lots of fresh minerality.
Food pairing: Gnocchi, risottos and cheeses. Fondues, polenta and breads.
PINOT CLUB
Pinot 1 – 2018 Figge Family Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills, Santa Barbara
100% Pinot Noir
The Pinot Noir comes from the chalky terroir of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, which reflects the perfect unity of layered minerality and complexity. Only 2 barrels produced - 50 cases. This Pinot is a true "classic" Pinot Noir, stand alone. Lean, elegant and smooth.
Food pairing: Duck pasta or pork belly
Pinot 2 – 2018 Jean Chartron 'Villes Vignes' Bourgogne Pinot Noir, Burgundy, France
100% Pinot Noir
Domaine Jean Chartron has a long historical background, having been established in 1859 in Puligny Montrachet, with a unique portfolio of vineyards that include Grand Cru, Premiere Cru and Village appellations. In this area known for it's amazing Chardonnay, they also produce a few reds.
This regional level 'old vine' Pinot has notes of cherries, violets, cassis and chocolate. Medium to full-bodied, nicely balanced wine with a lively core of fruit and youthfully chewy tannins.
Food pairing: Poached salmon, roasted chicken, mushroom dishes
ORGANIC CLUB
Red 1 – 2021 Olivier Bellanger 'La Piffaudiere' Gamay, Touraine, France
Organic/Natural
100% Gamay
This sassy, complex, incredibly fragrant Gamay was made by Olivier Bellanger who farms organically in the region of Touraine in France's Loire Valley. This is an exciting, lively expression of Gamay that shows fabulous concentration, great mineral energy, and vivid raspberry and black currant fruit on the palate.
A super fruit bomb, bright and juicy with plush red cherry and blackberry balanced by a subtle herbaceous note.
Food pairings: Turkey and simple poultry dishes, cheeses.
Red 2 – 2021 Les Vignerons d'Estézargues 'Carambouille' Red, Rhone, France
Organic
65% Cinsault, 32% Carignan, 3% Grenache
This is a fun and spirited red blend, some may call it a rosé - but whatever you call it, it's delightful when served chilled. Cherry, raspberry and spice on the nose within round, fresh palate bursting with fruit.
Food pairings: Who needs food? Pair it with your glass and good friends!
White 2 – 2020 Valori 'Chiamami Quando Piove' Pecorino Bio, Abruzzo, Italy
Certified Organic
100% Pecorino
Valori is a modern and up-to-date winery, rooted in one of the best wine-making areas of Abruzzo, the Teramo Hills, where it stretches over 14 hectares between the villages of Sant’Omero and Controguerra. Founded by Luigi Valori in Sant’Omero in 1996, the native Abruzzi varieties predominate. "Chiamami Quando Piove' translates to "Call me when it rains", when his work in the vineyard stops for a time.
Aromas of citrus, wildflowers and Mediterranean scrubland, extremely fresh and crisp on the palate with fruit, floral and mineral notes.
Food Pairing: Great as an aperitif or with a fresh summer menu of fish & shellfish, raw veggies and cheeses - like Pecorino!
BUBBLES CLUB
Bubbles 1 – 2020 Civic Pét Nat Amphora, Eugene, Oregon
Certified Biodynamic
Chenin Blanc, Pinot Noir
Located in the heart of Downtown Eugene, Civic Winery & Wines is a multi-faceted project housed in a newly renovated historic building. It's a fully-functioning winery specializing in amphora fermentation, with a wine bar, bottle shop and event space. Organic & Biodynamic grape growing, they use Oregon crafted terra-cotta amphora for wine production.
Fermented separately, the PInot Noir spontaneously fermented in amphora and the Chenin Blanc in a concrete egg. After primary fermentation, they were blended in tank and racked off the fine lees and chilled to halt fermentation.
Bubbles 2 – 2020 Les Terres Blanches Ancestral Brut Rosé, Loire Valley, France
Organic/Natural
100% Cabernet Franc
Celine and Benoit Blet, based in Anjou, work all natural, having gained organic certification in 2010. Zero sulfite addition wines.
A delightful sparkling wine of Cabernet Franc, delicious for any occasion!
NP SOMM CLUB
Red 1 – 2017 Bodegas Edetaria 'Finca la Personal' Old Vine Grenache, Terra Alta, Spain
100% Grenache
Edetària produces authentic wines with indigenous grapes, searching the purest soil expression, and restoring old vines value thanks to organic winemaking in Gandesa DO Terra Alta. Joan Àngel Lliberia is Edetària’s heart and soul. It was his childhood lived amongst a universe of vineyards, grapes, cellars and his passion for wine what called him back to his origins to set up Edetaria.
Aromas filled with red fruit, dark and forest berries, garrigue herbs and finishing with a hint of balsamic. Red lush fruit is back on palate; full bodied and wild. Finishes long and elegant.
Critical Acclaim: 93 Points-James Suckling, 92 Points-Wine Spectator
Food pairing: Meat dishes and ages cheeses, spicy foods, wild game
Red 2 – 2018 Bodegas Edetaria 'Seleccio' Negre, Terra Alta, Spain
100% Grenache
Edetària produces authentic wines with indigenous grapes, searching the purest soil expression, and restoring old vines value thanks to organic winemaking in Gandesa DO Terra Alta. Joan Àngel Lliberia is Edetària’s heart and soul. It was his childhood lived amongst a universe of vineyards, grapes, cellars and his passion for wine what called him back to his origins to set up Edetaria.
Deep red colored, the wine displays balsamic and mint aromas. After a light glass swirl, rich aromas of red ripe fruit, spice, cocoa and tobacco leaf and mineral appear. Upon palate shows powerful, silky, with smooth and well integrated tannins. The wine stands out for its elegance and complexity, thanks to a balanced acidity.
Food pairing: Meat dishes and ages cheeses, spicy foods, wild game
White – 2019 Bodegas Arzuaga Fan D. Oro Chardonnay, Ribera del Duero, Spain
100% Chardonnay
The Arzuaga winery is in Valladolid, in the heart of the Ribera del Duero. The grapes used to make this wine are from vines in Quintanilla de Onésimo (Valladolid) in the heart of Castile. These are traditionally grown vines more than 20 years old. Most of the grapes used are Chardonnay from the La Planta estate.
Truly a clandestine white in the heart of red wine region. This wine has a bold aromatic intensity. Notes of pastry crust and jasmine flowers, figs and roasted apple, combined with hints of nuts. Fresh acidity with flavors similar to the nose and a hint of smokiness.
Food pairing: Seafood and fish in sauce, cured cheeses, white meats, creamed vegetables