The highly regarded Poggio di Sotto estate was founded in 1969 by Piero Palmucci. Palmucci never planted vines, preferring to build up his estate by buying parcels recommended by his consultant, Giulio Gambelli. In 2011, the Poggio di Sotto estate was bought by Claudio Tipa and integrated into his ColleMassari group of Tuscan properties – Castello ColleMassari in Montecucco, Tenuta …

Willow Creek in Paso Robles, California. Established in 1983, Paso Robles, meaning ‘pass of the oaks’ in Spanish, is a Californian region with 16,500 hectares under vine. Ten years ago, 11 sub-American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) within the greater Paso Robles AVA were approved for use on labels. Conjunctive labelling laws, which have seen success in Napa Valley, require ‘Paso Robles’ …

Flamenco dancers on the move at the Jerez Horse Fair, or Feria del Caballo. The city of Jerez de la Frontera is at the heart of the Jerez-Xérès-Sherry DO that shares its name. This is one the oldest wine-producing regions in Spain, thought to have been established by the Phoenicians more than 3,000 years ago. The old part of the …

A stunning, expertly crafted nectar that oozes a thick and juicy cascade of apricot, peach and chrysanthemum. Bitter-edged mineral and salty mustard green notes add contrast, while a thread of racy acidity keeps this vibrating with energy through the superlong finish, which goes on and on. Honeyed and decadent, with sunny warmth yet impressive poise and pedigree. A delicious sweet …

This red is reminiscent of a good Bordeaux, featuring flavors of plum, black currant, cedar, iron and toasty oak. A flash of Mediterranean herbs places it in Tuscany, with tobacco and sweet spices gracing the long aftertaste. Drink now through 2036. 13,300 cases made, 5,400 cases imported. Source : 6e99171e306970688896516c5f5b3e44