crafting wines that go far beyond simple oyster pairings
reminiscent of a high-end Ribeira Sacra
Forey's whole cluster fermentation and oak treatment coax dark cherry
whole clusters when the fruit calls for it — and keeps a light hand throughout
The 2020 Armand Heitz Chambertin Grand Cru is a breathtaking expression of Pinot Noir from one of Burgundy’s most legendary vineyards
Elio Sandri, Barolo Perno, 2019 SO040125 Trousselle crafting wines that go farElio Sandri is one of Barolo's most coveted traditionalists, farming 7. 5 hectares at Cascina Disa in the Perno cru of Monforte d'Alba, where he lives and works on site. He makes wine the old way: cement fermentation, long aging in big Slavonian botti, no fining, no filtration, sulfur only at bottling. This is his straight Barolo Perno from the strong 2019 vintage, Nebbiolo at its truest, both exuberant and austere. With only a few thousand bottles