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The Racines Sta. Rita Hills Cuvee Chardonnay 2018 is a sophisticated offering from the famed California wine region. This stunningly bright and balanced Chardonnay is graced with lively acidity and flavourful fruit notes.

Produced by the esteemed partnership of French and American wine professionals - Justin Willett, Etienne de Montille, and Rodolphe Péters, Racines curates select grapes from the most exceptional Sta. Rita Hills vineyards. With an unflinching commitment to quality and the principles of sustainable winemaking, the 2018 Cuvee carries their experienced craftsmanship in every bottle.

Starting with hand-picked, sorted and immediately pressed grapes, it is fermented in French oak barrels using native yeast. This graceful Chardonnay is then aged 12 months sur lie to develop layered complexity. It presents an impressive balance of rich and restrained, with invigorating minerality, green apple, citrus, and subtle oak nuances. Offering depth, elegance, and longevity, the Racines Sta. Rita Hills Cuvee Chardonnay 2018 is undoubtedly a wine connoisseur’s dream.

Rooted in the prestigious terroir of California's Sta. Rita Hills, the Racines Sta. Rita Hills Cuvee Pinot Noir 2017 exudes an eloquent narrative of craftsmanship and tradition. Revered winemaking quartet, Eric Railsback, Justin Willet, Etienne de Montille, and Brian Sieve set their innate savoir-faire into motion, cultivating this exquisite, limited production Pinot Noir. The 2017 vintage is a beautiful construct of the region's maritime influences and distinctive calcareous soils. A skilful combination of whole cluster fermentation and extended maceration underpins the wine's complexity, granting it an impeccable structure and profound fruit-forward nuances. These deliciously intricate layers are beautifully complemented by a velvety mouthfeel and supple tannins. With its impressive convolutions of cherry, truffle, and spice undertones, the Racines Sta. Rita Hills Cuvee Pinot Noir 2017 is a captivating testament to refined winemaking.

The Racines Sta. Rita Hills Cuvee Pinot Noir 2018 is a captivating testament to Californian artisanal wine-making. Produced under the deft hands of Justin Willett and Etienne De Montille, Racines reflects its De Montille Burgundy lineage with meticulous and limited intervention, elevating the latent vitality of new world vineyards. Grown in the distinctive limestone soils of Sta. Rita Hills, the fruit's opulence is tempered by cool Pacific winds.

This biodynamically farmed wine offers a harmonious blend of plush fruitiness and youthful vitality, imbued with charming aromatics of fresh raspberries, dark cherry, and subtle hints of cardamom and spice. The palate is intricately layered with captivating depth, intertwining velvety, precise tannins with crisp acidity, ending in a long, evocative finish.

Racines Sta. Rita Hills Cuvee Pinot Noir 2018 is not just a wine, it is an epitome of tradition converging with innovation, reflecting the winemakers' pursuit of perfection.

The Racines Sta. Rita Hills Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017 is a pure expression of its grand terroir. Originating from the esteemed Sanford & Benedict Vineyard in California's Central Coast, it is a product of the meticulous craftsmanship of four winemakers - Justin Willett, Étienne de Montille, Brian Sieve and Rodolphe Péters. Creating a harmonious blend of New and Old World techniques, the grape clusters are meticulously treated, fermented whole-cluster, and aged for approximately 12 months in French oak barrels. The result is a balanced, nuanced Pinot Noir that embodies the unique, mineral-driven character of Sta. Rita Hills. It boasts a deep ruby colour, with a bouquet of red fruit, florals and spices. On the palate, it offers flavours of wild berries and cherries, underscored by earthy undertones and subtle oak spice. Elegant and complex, the Racines Sta. Rita Hills Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir 2017 is a must-try for discerning wine connoisseurs.

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Crafted in the esteemed Lytton Springs vineyard of Sonoma County, California, Ridge Grenache Blanc 2020 is a quintessential embodiment of Ridge Vineyards' commitment to creating historic, world-class wines. Remarkably fragrant, this white wine tantalisingly displays an amalgamation of floral and citrus notes, underpinned by a delicate hint of minerality. Ridge Grenache Blanc 2020 is deftly aged in American oak barrels for 11 months, amplifying its unique depth and rewarding discerning palates with delectable complexity.

Ridge Vineyards, a revered winery since 1962, holds the distinct accolade of creating some of the most timeless, globally acclaimed Californian wines. Trusted for the exhibition of variety’s unique characteristics and terroir expressivity, Ridge Grenache Blanc 2020 stands as a proud testament to their consistent wine-making prowess. The quintessence of refinement, Ridge Grenache Blanc 2020 elevates any occasion with its captivating vibrancy and impressive finish.

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Immerse yourself in the complex yet elegant fusion of exquisite flavours presented by the Ridge Sonoma County Three Valleys 2020. This opulent, hand-harvested blend hails from California's famed Sonoma County, an epicentre of world-class viticulture. Known for their persistent commitment to creating distinct, terroir-driven wines, Ridge Vineyards has delivered a Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Carignan, and Grenache amalgamation that amazes with its robust depth and nuance.

The 2020 vintage flourishes in your glass with a vibrant ruby red hue, teasing the palate with its enticing layers of ripe berries, warm spices, and a hint of toasted oak. Raised using organic and traditional practices, the Three Valleys blend is a testament to Ridge's fifty-year-long journey towards mastering the Bordeaux-style winemaking technique, truly showcasing their exceptional craftsmanship. The exemplary feature of the Ridge Sonoma County Three Valleys 2020 is the harmonious balance it achieves; a timeless testament to the ripe, fertile vineyards of Northern California.

Oozing opulence, Ridge Sonoma County Three Valleys 2021 is the manifestation of the vineyard's zealous dedication to mastery. Cultivated amidst the unparalleled terroir of the Sonoma County, three distinguished valleys contribute to this complex blend, primarily wedded from Zinfandel, with Petite Sirah, and Carignane to complete the symphony.

Under the meticulous stewardship of winemaking veteran Paul Draper, the wine undergoes a uniquely bespoke vinification process. Hand-harvested grapes are rigorously selected, after which a full native fermentation imparts unmatched authenticity. Matured exquisitely in American oak barrels, this wine exudes richness and debonair character.

Overflowing with vibrant fruit expressions, threaded with subtle savoury spice undertones and soft tannins, Ridge Sonoma County Three Valleys 2021 is a radiant exemplar of Californian winemaking prowess. Robust, yet refined, this wine is an invigorating sensory journey coupled with impressive ageing potential. Truly, it brings the splendour of Sonoma right to your glass.