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Expertly crafted by winemaker Jamie Kutch, the Kutch Mindego Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021 is a Californian gem hailing from the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA. This chic and distinctive Pinot Noir, deeply rooted in its cool, maritime grown hillside terroir, offers an exquisite balance of earthiness and elegance. Hand-harvested and fermented with wild yeast to ensure a natural taste, it presents a vibrant display of complex flavours. Dazzling notes of ripe red cherries, wild strawberries, and a touch of baking spices lend captivating depth, while the structured tannins and refreshing acidity beautifully extend the finish. Aged in neutral oak for 11 months to maintain the fruit's purity, this seductive wine glorifies Pinot Noir's delicate nuances. The Kutch Mindego Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021 is an artful testament to Jamie Kutch's philosophy of minimal intervention, offering a sublime, sippable snapshot of its singular locale.

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Delight your palate with the Kutch Trout Gulch Chardonnay 2021 - an exquisite ensemble of viticulture finesse. Crafted by the expert hands of winemaker Jamie Kutch, this marvellous creation heralds from the renowned Trout Gulch Vineyard in California's cooler Santa Cruz Mountains. The vineyard's marine shale soils impart a unique mineral edge.

The Kutch Trout Gulch Chardonnay 2021 is hand-harvested whole cluster pressed, fermented naturally, and aged in neutral oak casks for 12 months followed by an additional six months in stainless steel. The result? A perfectly balanced wine, shimmering with bright acidity, lithe structure, and compelling hints of citrus, green apple, and saline minerality.

With Kutch's non-interventionist approach, this chardonnay beautifully expresses terroir in its purest form. A must-have inclusion in any fine wine collection, the Kutch Trout Gulch Chardonnay 2021 is certainly a testament to the grandeur of California Chardonnays.

As a result of remarkable winemaking expertise, Merry Edwards Russian River Pinot Noir 2021 has an undeniably distinguished character that is hard to resist. As one of California's first woman winemakers, Merry Edwards blends traditional winemaking techniques with modern innovations. Grown in the prestigious Russian River Valley in Sonoma County, this Pinot Noir is produced using exclusively estate grown grapes that have been meticulously handpicked.

The wine is aged for ten months in French Oak, integrating the complex flavours perfectly. On the nose, there is an exquisite depth of blackberry, raspberry and a touch of spicy bacon. On the palate, it blossoms - layered with black plum, dark cherry, cola and anise, finishing with a velvety texture. With high accolades from wine connoisseurs, Merry Edwards Russian River Pinot Noir 2021 stands shoulder to shoulder with other great wines. Displaying a signature style, it's a perfect embodiment of the region's vibrant varietal expression.

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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.

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A gem from the famed Napa Valley wine region, the Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon Old Sparky 2021 is a testament to the unrivalled prowess of Schrader Cellars. Produced in partnership with the legendary winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, this magnificent vintage boasts of an exquisite blend of cabernet sauvignon from select vineyard blocks on the historic Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard and Beckstoffer Georges III.

Subjected to tasteful fermentation in French oak barrels, this handcrafted cabernet sauvignon portrays an explosion of flavours. A foundation of ripe blackberry and cassis is wonderfully offset by hints of kitchen herbs, dry earth, and subtle floral notes; creating an intoxicatingly rich and multi-faceted taste profile. Each sip leaves an enduring finish, reinforcing its cultivated complexity.

Echoing the vineyard's ethos of delivering unparalleled quality and authenticity, the Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon Old Sparky 2021 is truly a masterpiece; a joy for any discerning oenophile.

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The Vice Versa Spinning Plates Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 is an exquisite representation of Napa Valley mastery. Culture and tradition are meticulously blended in this fine wine, which originates from various vineyards resting upon the valley's renowned diversified terroir.

For connoisseurs seeking depth of flavour, this Cabernet Sauvignon captures complex layers of blackcurrant, dark cherry, and liquorice. It's balanced by a backbone of finely-knit tannins, hinting at the skilful barrel ageing. The winemaker's dedication to traditional methods, combined with the adoption of innovative technologies, is visible in the wine's vibrant but refined personality.

A product of Vice Versa, a minimal intervention philosophy is embraced in the winemaking process, allowing the nature, uniqueness and authenticity of the harvest to shine through. Every bottle of Vice Versa Spinning Plates Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 not only offers a thrilling sensory parade but also conveys a story of the land it springs from.