Vintages New Release Collection – May 10, 2025

THE NEW RELEASE COLLECTION

ITALY – RED WINE CONT’D TUSCANY POGGIO CIVETTA GOVERNO ALL’USO 2021 IGT Toscana (Tenute Rossetti)

ROMANIA – WHITE WINE

COTNARI GRASA DE COTNARI 2022 DOC Cotnari The Romanian variety Grasa is capable of producing dry and semi-sweet styles. A true gem, it’s found only in Romania, and even there only approximately 450 hectares are planted. These are ripe, round wines with suggestions of walnut, almond and apricot. They are notably balanced and vibrant. This botrytis-affected wine will be ideal with nuts, dried fruit, or blue-veined cheeses. Aromatic & Flavourful 73205 (MS) 750 mL $14.95 1

The governo method involves partially drying a portion of the fruit for use in the winemaking process, adding extra richness and mouthfeel. This blend of 70% Sangiovese with 20% Merlot and 5% apiece of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah will conjure fresh cherry, cherry preserves, currants and spice. Pour it with pasta in a sun-dried-tomato marinara sauce. [Luca Maroni tasting note not available.] Score: 92 (lucamaroni.com, Feb. 7, 2025) Medium-bodied & Fruity 14362 (D) 750 mL $19.95 2

SPAIN – WHITE WINE

PORTUGAL – WHITE WINE

MARQUESA VALSERRANO BLANCO 2022 DOCa Rioja Alavesa

CABRAL RESERVA 2023 DOC Douro

Ripe honeyed profile, with a mix of linden flower and stone fruit. Complex fruit expression – typical of great Viura. Well-balanced and long on the finish. Drinking window: 2024-2027. Score: 92 (decanter.com, May 18, 2024) Aromatic & Flavourful 41247 (XD) 750 mL $24.95 2

An exciting blend of the indigenous Viosinho, Arinto, Rabigato and Gouveio grapes. It’s unique and boldly floral, with peach, grapefruit and spice. Juicy and elegant. Drink through 2027. Aromatic & Flavourful 35446 (XD) 750 mL $13.95 2

SPAIN – RED WINE

PORTUGAL – RED WINE GUADALUPE RED 2022 Vinho Regional Alentejano (Quinta do Quetzal)

12 LINAJES RESERVA TEMPRANILLO 2017 DO Ribera del Duero Deep violet in color, this wine offers aromas of ripe summer cherry, butterscotch and lavender. Forceful tannins coat the tongue and gums, bearing flavors of dark plum, black cherry, clove, anise and rose petal. There is a touch of eucalyptus on the grippy finish. Drink now-2032. Cellar Selection. Score: 94 (Mike DeSimone, Wine Enthusiast , July 1, 2022) Full-bodied & Firm 437681 (XD) 750 mL $29.95 2

An approachable blend of 40% Aragonez, 40% Trincadeira and 20% Alfrocheiro. Crafted to have wide appeal, it’s rich and velvety, with dark cherry, wet earth, pipe tobacco, peppery spice, and savoury herbs. Lithe acidity makes it ideal for pork loin, or eggplant-and-porcini “meatballs” in tomato sauce. Medium-bodied & Fruity 336313 (XD) 750 mL $13.95 1

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