Celler Escoda Sanahuja
Natural wine guru & rock-star Joan Ramon visited us by the beginning of August and performed a spectacular structured tasting at Archive.
When we thought that his vinos were all sold out, he surprised us with some more allocations that we couldn't wait to share with you!
2018
Nas Del Gegant, Conca de Barbera $31.95
Blend of Cab Franc, Garnatxa, Carignan and Merlot aged in amphora for 9 months. A delicious Loire-inspired wine with hints of grilled peppers, aromatic herbs and cassis.
2018
Els Bassots, Conca de Barbera $39.95
Planting Chenin in Conca de Barbera didn't seem like a crazy idea for Joan Ramon, a passionate of Loire Valley. The humid and cold weather of the high hills in Prenafeta make possible the unbelievable: a juicy and mellow skin-contact wine with hints of caramel, citrus and earthy notes.
2018
Les Paradetes, Conca de Barbera $39.95
Sumoll, Garnatxa and Carignan come together in this complex and spicy blend. Fermented in stainless steel and aged for 14 months in neutral oak barrels.
2018
Coll del Sabater, Conca de Barbera $39.95
A Bordeaux-ish blend of Cab Franc and Merlot aged for a year in neutral oaks. A harmonious balance between earthy tannins and juicy dark berries.
Cantine Barbera
Marilena Barbera's native grapes' vines grow in the Menfi coast, Western Sicily, on sandy beach soils with a strong influence of the Mediterranean Sea.
What does all this terroir translate into? A vibrant salinity in every sip!
2017
Coste al Vento Grillo DOC $34.95 **
Marilena Barbera says that Grillo embodies the character of her homeland with its unique charm. We confirm it: this skin-contact really transports you to a Sicilian summer's night dream through its candied lemons, the gentle scents of olive oil and, oh, that sea breeze.
2017
Aremi Superiore DOC $41.95 **
100% Catarratto, the most antique Sicilian variety, brought form the Greek conquers around the VIII century B.C. The vineyards grow in Contrada Belice di Mare, eroded marine terraces characterized by sedimentary clay and iron ore; that Marilena defines as Menfi's best terroir.
2017
Microcosmo Perricone DOC $39.95 **
Marilena's Microcosmo plot is her favourite vineyard: 'a small world where everyone, even the smallest, is essential to everyone else's life'. It is planted with Perricone, a grape whose extinction seemed inevitable 20 years ago. Her commitment is to defend its existence and get her best cru from it.
** The 3 wines are shipped in 6-packs!
Do not hesitate to contact your Sales Rep' or
the office crew for more information!
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