Nadia Curto's Barbera d'Alba is a wine that stands out for its freshness and its aromatic-fruity richness. Its lively acidity gives it remarkable agility, making it a dynamic wine that is perfectly suited to different occasions. Notes of ripe red fruit, such as cherries and plums, intertwine with hints of subtle spices, creating a complex and fascinating profile. The final length is decisive and seductive, leaving a pleasant aftertaste that invites you to return to the bottle. This wine lends itself well to aging, with time in the cellar potentially revealing even more fascinating surprises. Perfect to pair with meat dishes, mature cheeses or simply to enjoy on its own, Nadia Curto's La Barbera d'Alba is an ideal choice for those seeking a memorable wine experience.
Grapes: Barbera
Alcohol content: 15%.
Aging: 24 months in steel
Contains sulfites
So welcome to the newest addition to La Distesa. NovantaNove, like a wine Corrado Dettori made about fifteen years ago but then stopped making. Inspired by Mediterranean oxidatives, a 2015-based perpetual, not overly meditative, but instead designed to accompany aperitifs and tapas, raw fish, and seafood pasta dishes. Cheers.
Denomination: White wine
Grape variety: White grapes.
Alcohol content: 15%.
Aging: 12 motnhs in oak barrels.
Contains sulfites
Rosso by Meigamma is a generous wine, of great intensity but also of freshness and a marine imprint. Produced with local grapes that come from a small 1 hectare vineyard located on sandy soil 600 m from the sea. Grapes destemmed and gently pressed, ferment spontaneously with indigenous yeasts in steel. A wine born to accompany traditional Sardinian dishes.
Grapes: Local red grapes.
Alcohol content: 13%.
Aging: 12 months in steel
Contains sulfites
Jean Foillard's Morgon Classique is a red wine made from Gamay grapes from old vines located on soils rich in Maganese and schists. Vinification with spontaneous fermentation and semi-carbonic maceration, a typical practice of the area. It continues its aging in wood for 6 months. It has a garnet red color with aromas ranging from rhubarb, blackberry, pepper and cinnamon. In the mouth it is light with tannins are silky and very drinkable.
Region: France, Beaujolias.
Grapes: Gamay.
Alcohol content: 12.5%.
Aging: 6 mounths in barrel.
Contains sulfites
Vin de France Syrah by François Dumas is a red wine obtained from the grapes of the same name that grow on soils rich in granite, quartz and sand. The vinification takes place with 70% of the whole bunches while the rest is de-stemmed by hand. Fermentation with maceration on the skins for 3 weeks in open vats. Aging for 22 months in old barriques before bottling.
Region: France, Rhone
Grapes: Syrah.
Alcohol content: 13%.
Aging: Some months in steel.
Contains sulfites
Silice Rouge from Maison Des Ardoisieres is an elegant and territorial red from Savoy, made from Gamay and Mondeuse. On the nose, it expresses fragrant notes of strawberry, currant, blueberry, and black pepper. The palate is fresh, silky, and dynamic, making it very drinkable.
Region: France, Savoy
Grapes: Mondeuse noire, Gamay, Pinot noir, Persan
Alcohol content: 10%.
Aging: At least 12 months in steel
Contains sulfites
Authentic Langhe Nebbiolo made from grapes grown naturally in the San Pozio cru in Vergne. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and aging for 10 months in concrete vats to preserve elegance, freshness, and territorial purity. Limited production of approximately 3,300 bottles.
Region: Piedmont
Grapes: Nebbiolo
Alcohol content: 13,5%.
Aging: 10 months in concrete vats
Contains sulfites
Vallée d’Aoste Petite Arvine by Lo Triolet is a fresh and savory white wine made from Petite Arvine grapes, vinified with short maceration and temperature-controlled fermentation. It ages for 8 months in stainless steel, maintaining contact with the fine lees. The color is straw yellow, with floral and mineral notes on the nose. On the palate, it is dry, fresh, and harmonious, with a lingering aftertaste.
Region: Aosta Valley
Grapes: Pinot Gris
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: 8 months in steel.
Contains sulfites
Colombaio di Santa Chiara's Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG is a fresh, minerally, and vibrant white wine with elegant notes of apple, lime, and thyme. The grapes, hand-harvested starting in the last ten days of September, are carefully selected to ensure the highest quality. Vinification involves whole-cluster maceration and soft pressing, followed by fermentation in concrete and stainless steel vats. The wine ages on its fine lees until bottling, expressing all the freshness and authenticity of the San Gimignano terroir.
Region: Tuscany
Grapes: Vernaccia di San Gimignano
Alcohol content: 13%.
Aging: Some months in steel.
Contains sulfites
Weiss by Glow Glow Wines is a white wine produced in the small Nahe region of Germany. It's made from Bacchus, Müller-Thurgau, and Scheurebe grapes, which blend in perfect balance, creating a light, lively, and energetic white wine.
Region: German, Nahe
Grapes: Scheurebe, Bacchus, Müller-Thurgau
Alcohol content: 11,5%.
Aging: Some months in steel.
Contains sulfites
Tacabanda di Poggio Cagnano is a white wine with great character, the result of careful work in the vineyard and in the cellar. The choice to use Ansonica grapes, a native vine, allows us to best express the unique terroir of the area. The short maceration of two days allows us to delicately extract aromas and polyphenolic components, without compromising the typical freshness of the grapes. The aging in steel and cement for 10 months adds complexity and structure, allowing the wine to develop a fine and structured aromatic profile. The result is an elegant white, ideal for accompanying fish dishes, appetizers and light dishes, but which can also be enjoyed on its own, to fully enjoy its freshness and flavor.
Region: Tuscany.
Grapes: Ansonica
Alcohol content: 12,5%.
Aging: 12 months in steel.
Contains sulfites
The Domaine Romaneaux-Destezet Blanc by Hervé Souhaut is a fascinating wine and beautifully represents the potential of the Viognier and Roussanne grape varieties, typical of the Rhône Valley. Its young freshness, characterized by a vibrant explosion of fruit, makes it immediately pleasant, with hints that can recall peach, citrus fruits and floral notes. Over time, this wine reveals notable complexity, deepening its flavor profile and adding more delicate and mineral nuances, typical of well-structured wines. Domaine Romaneaux-Destezet Blanc for its quality and unique character make it an excellent choice for wine lovers who wish to explore and discover new winemaking horizons. If you have the chance to try it, don't miss the opportunity to enjoy its complexity and finesse.
Region: France, Rhone
Grapes: Viognier and roussanne
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: 6 months in barrels.
Contains sulfites
A free and spontaneous wine, the fruit of Clotaire Michal's philosophy, made from Gamay grapes from vines over 65 years old. Aged in old oak and fiberglass, it boasts bold, distinct fruit that ensures great smoothness and a dangerously compulsive drinkability.
Region: Francia, Beaujolais
Grapes: Gamay.
Alcohol content: 12.5%.
Aging: In exhausted wooden barrels for about 10 months.
Contains sulfites
Domaine Durrman's Zegwur is an interesting and distinctive wine, which highlights the expressive potential of Gewurztraminer through an atypical winemaking approach. The use of indigenous yeasts for fermentation and subsequent elevation in stainless steel tanks for 4 months on its lees allows the wine to develop complexity and depth, while maintaining freshness and liveliness. The name Zegwur, a play on the anagram of Gewurz, reflects Yann's intent to reinterpret a traditional grape variety in a modern context. This wine could represent an interesting alternative to the more classic Gewurztraminer, offering wine lovers the opportunity to discover new and fascinating faces of this grape variety.
Region: France, Alsace.
Grapes: Gewurztraminer.
Alcohol content: 11,5%.
Aging: 4 month in steel.
Contains sulfites
"Ultimo! Gregari in Fuga" is a bold, vibrant red from the Fasciano vineyard, where tuffaceous soils provide unique minerality and structure. Following a manual harvest and 6 months of aging in tonneaux, this Sangiovese strikes a perfect balance between warmth and freshness.
Region: Tuscany.
Grapes: Sangiovese.
Alcohol content: 13.5%.
Aging: In steel and 6 months in tonneau
Contains sulfites
Baimara, which in the Cimbrian language means "fruit of the vine," represents Gabriele and Giulia's most direct and candid interpretation of Valpolicella Classica. It is made from Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grapes hand-picked from the San Floriano vineyard. Aged exclusively in stainless steel, underscoring a stylistic approach focused on purity and immediacy. The wine is agile and luminous, with aromas of crisp cherry, hillside herbs, and a delicate hint of sweet spice. On the palate, it is juicy and linear, supported by a natural balance between freshness and smoothness. The finish is clean and savory, immediately inviting a second sip. Valpolicella as it should always be: authentic, unpretentious, and full of life.
Region: Veneto.
Grapes: Corvina, Corvinone, and Rondinella grapes.
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: 10 months in steel.
Contains sulfites
Spirito Agricolo's Barolo Tre Ciabót is an authentic expression of the Langhe, where tradition and innovation meet in a wine that tells the story of the region. The Nebbiolo grapes, hand-picked from small plots (called "ciabòt"), are vinified using natural methods, respecting the rhythm of nature and the harmony of the landscape. A deep garnet red, this Barolo opens on the nose with notes of ripe red fruit, cherry, and raspberry, enriched with spicy nuances of black pepper and vanilla, with hints of dried flowers and leather. On the palate, it is structured and enveloping, with well-integrated tannins and a freshness that enhances its elegance. The finish is long, persistent, and mineral, inviting you to discover new nuances.
Region: Piedmont.
Grapes: Nebbiolo
Alcohol content: 13.5%.
Aging: 38 months in wood.
Contains sulfites
Les Sablons Durdon Bouval is a 100% Pinot Meunier Champagne from a single parcel located on sandy soils with deep layers of limestone. Vinified in stainless steel, it ages for at least 24 months on the lees. No dosage is used to preserve the purity and freshness of the fruit. The nose opens with a delicious bouquet of white fruit, citrus, and aromatic herbs. On the palate, it is distinguished by intense freshness and minerality, with an almost saline chalkiness that enhances its complexity. A true delight for lovers of Champagne with character and authenticity.
Region: France, Champagne.
Grapes: Pinot Meunier
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: At leastr 84 months on the lees.
Contains sulfites
Domaine du Facteur's "Bénasse" is a wine that offers a pure and territorial expression of Chenin Blanc. Fresh and lively, with vibrant acidity and pronounced minerality, and a long, harmonious finish. The grapes come from 50-year-old vines located on clay-limestone soils. Manual harvesting and vinification in stoneware amphorae, where the wine ages for 14 months. Light residual sugar.
Region: France, Loire
Grapes: Chenin Blanc
Alcohol content: 12.5%.
Aging: 14 months in stoneware amphorae.
Contains sulfites
Glow Glow's Spatburgunder is a red wine made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. Its production involves two weeks of carbonic maceration, which helps preserve the freshness and fragrance of the grapes, and aging in large old barrels (1200 and 2500 liters), which allows the fruity character to be integrated with softer and more complex nuances. The result is a fresh and aromatic wine, characterized by notes of cherry popsicle, hibiscus, and wild strawberries, which create an intense and inviting fruit profile. Perfect for those seeking a young, fresh, and aromatic red, Glow Glow's Spatburgunder is ideal as an accompaniment to light dishes such as appetizers, cured meats, fresh cheeses, or poultry and fish dishes.
Region: German, Nahe
Grapes: Pinot noir
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: A few months in wooden barrels.
Contains sulfites
Christophe Pueyo's Tellus Vinea is a red wine of great character and personality, the result of a rigorous selection of grapes from two different parcels, one located just outside Saint-Emilion (Juillac/Sainte Radegonde) and the other in Lugon, near Fronsac. The vines are grown on clay, gravel, and limestone soils, which contribute to the wine's complexity and minerality. It stands out as a "standout" among red Bordeaux wines: intense, full-bodied, and nuanced, yet surprisingly balanced and drinkable. It recalls the great wines of the region's golden age, respecting its terroir and offering a sensory experience that exceeds the expectations of a simple Bordeaux Rouge, establishing itself as a wine of character, true to its roots, and a great expression of its terroir.
Region: France, Bordeaux
Grapes: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc.
Alcohol content: 14%.
Aging: 12 months in concrete tanks
Comntains sulfites
Gre2 Garnacha by A Pie de Tierr is a vibrant and lively wine, where the Garnacha expresses itself with juicy red fruits, hints of aromatic herbs, and a taut minerality reminiscent of the mountains. A true "barefoot on the earth" wine.
Region: Spain, Catalonia
Grapes: Garnacha
Alcohol content: 13%.
Aging: A few months in used wooden barrels.
Contains sulfites
Sant'Ellero Bianco di La Ginestra is a fresh and bright wine, obtained mainly from 90% Trebbiano, which undergoes a short maceration period of one day, and a small part of Malvasia and other white grape varieties. It is refined in steel to preserve its purity and freshness. On the nose it opens with citrus notes and light floral hints, accompanied by a beautiful mineral vein. In the mouth it immediately presents itself with great freshness, resulting drinkable but also with character. It is an ideal wine for those looking for a pleasant, fresh white wine with good personality.
Region: Tuscany.
Grapes: 90% Trebbiano, 10% other white grape varieties.
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: 12 months in steel.
Contains sulfites
Spirito Agricolo’s Nebbiolo is an impeccable example of an essential and elegant wine. On the palate it stands out for an entrance of small red fruits, followed by a full but smooth sip. The tannins are dense and very pleasant, contributing to a harmonious structure, while the background of vegetal freshness, sweet spices and hints of leather enrich the taste experience. Fermentation takes place in steel, with a 14-day maceration on the skins, which allows for the extraction of aromas and color in a balanced way. The 20-month refinement, carried out in steel, cement and wood, gives the wine complexity and depth, while maintaining its elegance and freshness.
Region: Piedmont.
Grapes: Nebbiolo
Alcohol content: 14%.
Aging: 20 months in wood, concrete and steel.
Contains sulfites
Dogliani by Altare is a red wine made from 100% Dolcetto grapes. Explosive nose of fresh red fruit. In the mouth it is disarmingly pleasant. An alcoholic fruit juice.
Region: Piedmont
Grapes: Dolcetto.
Alcohol content: 12,5%.
Aging: 9 months in steel tanks.
Contains sulfites
Domaine Durrman's Pinot Blanc is a wine that stands out for its freshness and elegance. With floral and mineral notes, it manages to capture attention and provide a very pleasant tasting experience. Its ability to express terroir in an authentic way makes it an excellent example of the quality of the wines produced by Domaine Durrman. A true invitation to let yourself be conquered!
Region: France, Alsace.
Grapes: Pinot blanc
Alcohol content: 11,5%.
Aging: 4 month in steel.
Contains sulfites
Le Robbe by Giuseppe Cipolla is a red wine characterized by a combination of Nero d'Avola grapes and a small percentage of Inzolia, which helps to give the wine a unique freshness. The refinement process in chestnut barrels for 6 months enriches the wine with complexity and aromatic nuances, making it enveloping and intense. Its well-defined structure is accompanied by a pleasant acidity, which manages to balance the softness of the tannins, offering a balanced and harmonious profile. Ideal to pair with red meat dishes, stews and mature cheeses, Le Robbe stands out for its personality and its ability to capture the essence of the Sicilian terroir. Perfect for those looking for a rich and engaging tasting experience.
Region: Sicily.
Grapes: 95% Nero d'Avola 5% Inzolia
Alcohol content: 14%
Aging: 6 months in chestnut barrels.
Contains sulfites
“Oran-go” of Santa Colomba is not one of those caricatured “orange wines”, with a troubled and impertinent hand, which show a desire for showiness but lack of formal expertise. This garganega vinified in red is born on the Berici Hills and macerates for ten days in cool steel, before refining part in tanks and part in wood. The result is rewarding: a wine with a veiled golden color, which winds between spices and incense, violet and oriental notes. Its floral timbre is found in the mouth, with a chewable but fine and sweet air. Such elegant executions are rare when it comes to “orange” wines!
Region: Veneto.
Grapes: Garganega.
Alcohol content: 12.5%.
Aging: 10 months in steel.
Contains suflites
Tenuta Migliavacca's Barbera del Monferrato is a red wine with character, which embraces the mouth to envelop it with full-bodied persuasiveness, pampers it with relevant acidity and abandons it with a nervous and classy finish, worthy of a purebred Barbera.
Grapes: Barbera
Alcohol content: 13%.
Aging: 12 months in 60 hl Slavonian oak barrels.
Contains sulfites
Vin de France Syrah by François Dumas is a red wine obtained from the grapes of the same name that grow on soils rich in granite, quartz and sand. The vinification takes place with 70% of the whole bunches while the rest is de-stemmed by hand. Fermentation with maceration on the skins for 3 weeks in open vats. Aging for 22 months in old barriques before bottling.
Region: France, Rhone
Grapes: Syrah.
Alcohol content: 13%.
Aging: Some months in steel.
Contains sulfites
Sassaia is a fragrant and savory white wine produced from a blend of Garganega and Trebbiano grapes. Aging for 10 months in oak barrels. Intense straw yellow color. On the nose aromas of yellow pulp fruit, including peach, mineral notes, and toasted undertones. On the palate it is deep, warm, enveloping, with a beautiful freshness and long persistence. A "Glu glu" wine, genuine and essential.
Region: Veneto.
Grapes: 90%Garganega, 10% Trebbiano.
Alcohol content: 11.5%.
Aging: 10 months oak barrel
Contains sulfites
The Saumur Blanc "La Paleine" by Domaine de la Paleine is a white wine made from 100% Chenin Blanc grapes. Refine 12 months in steel. A wine of great flavor, fragrant and mineral. It is versatile and ideal to be consumed during informal aperitifs.
Region: France, Loire
Grapes: 100% Chenin,
Alcohol content: 12.5%.
Aging: On fine lees in demi-muids for 12 months,
Contains sulfites
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Ciliegiolo by Andrea Pilar is a red wine of taste and flavour, with a gentle trait but a clear Mediterranean imprint. Spontaneous fermentation in steel tanks for 15-20 days, very short maceration. Maturation in cement. Medium concentration ruby, aromas of flowers and red fruits, not without some herbaceous and balsamic hints. Juicy and tasty mouth, harmonious but with good backbone and shoulder.
Region: Umbria.
Grapes: Ciliegiolo
Alcohol content: 12,5%.
Aging: 12 months in cement tanks.
Contains sulfites
Glow Glow's Riesling stands out for its uniqueness, thanks to the combination of grapes coming from two different plots of land, one red and the other yellow sandstone. This particular terroir, located next to each other, allows Pauline and Carl to create a wine that combines minerals and fruitiness in a perfect synergy. The late harvest of the grapes, together with the direct pressing, helps to concentrate the flavours, making the wine extraordinarily complex and satisfying. The result is a wine with complex depth and youthful vigor that captivates the palate. The sensorial experience begins with fresh notes of green apple, followed by more exotic nuances of passion fruit, all accompanied by a light minerality that recalls the sea. Each sip invites you to discover new nuances, making the tasting experience unique and memorable each time. Ultimately, Glow Glow Riesling is a true journey into flavors.
Region: German, Nahe
Grapes: Rhine Riesling
Alcohol content: 12,5%.
Aging: Some months in steel.
Contains sulfites
"Combe Sud Bourgogne Blanc" by Antoine Petitprez is a wine that stands out for its complexity and elegance. This white manages to express both notable strength and refined finesse, thanks to exotic traits that intertwine with a subtle minerality. The grapes are grown in a plot of less than one hectare located in Pouligny-Montrachet, an area recognized for its wine-growing vocation. The wine ages for 9 months in used barriques, a process that helps integrate its flavors and give it depth and structure. This wine is an excellent choice for those looking for a white that combines power and delicacy in a harmonious balance.
Region: France, Burgundy.
Grapes: Chardonnay
Alcohol content: 12,5%.
Aging: 9 months in barrique.
Contains sulfites
The Red Cox Knock by Lé Thio Noots is a wonderfully fresh wine with notes of small red fruits. Refines for 9 months in used wooden barrels. You can enjoy it immediately or you can decide to keep it for a few years.ial.
Region: France, Loire
Grapes: Cabernet franc
Alcohol content: 12%.
Aging: 9 mounths in barrel.
Contains sulfites