Leave Them on Red - June 2020

G.D. Vajra, Langhe Rosso

Region: DOC Langhe, Italy 

Varietals: Barbera, Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Freisa, Pinot Noir, Albarossa

In Brief: Punchy pomegranates and raspberries. This wine is full of bright acidity with soft tannins on the finish. Simply delightful and a must-try at this price.

Da Cruz e Teles - COZ Castelão

Region: VdP - Montejunto - Lisboa, Portugal

Varietal: Castelão 

In Brief: You should drink more Portuguese wine and you should start with this one. Bright and mineral-driven with just a pop of black raspberry. 

Erste + Neue, Lagrein

Region: Südtirol- Alto Adige DOC - Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy

Varietal: Lagrein 

In Brief: Morello cherries and dark chocolate. Every wine we taste from Erste+Neue brings with it a sophisication that can't be ignored. The Lagrein is no exception. 

Stolpman Vineyards, Combe Trousseau 

Region: Ballard Canyon AVA - CA

Varietal: Trousseau

In Brief: Fresh, sophisticated Trousseau that deserves to be served outside under the sunshine. Get this down to cellar temperature and enjoy all of the thyme and cranberries this wine has to offer.