Gavi - La Raia100% Cortese from Piedmont, Italy. "La Raias workhorse Gavi is produced from southwesterly exposed Cortese planted at around 400 meters altitude on the estates gently undulating hillsides, and harvested at 60 to 70 hectoliters per hectare. After destemming and pressing, fermentation occurs via an indigenous yeast strain cultivated from the estates own vineyards, and aging takes place on the fine lees for three months in stainless steel, with lees

richly textured palate possesses a structural tension that heavily underlines its potential for aging—though it is fresh

50% Syrah & 50% Grenache from Santa Ynez Valley

Along with our other selections from this island

" — Jane Augustine

Brun is the owner and winemaker at this 60+ hectare family estate and has attracted the attention of the French and American press for the wonderfully fruity and delicate wines he produces

affordable

The combination of its freshness and delicate flavors allow it to be served with grilled fish and white meats

chalky subsoil which imparts intense expression of fruit and great mineral complexity in its grand cru wines

green pepper and cigar

lending a subtle earthiness and floral flavor to the glass

100% Gamay from the Régnié cru in Beaujolais

He wants to make wines that can be drunk "standing up" as opposed to "laying down"