steeping botanicals into a bitter liqueur built for the aperitivo hour rather than the mass market
it’s generous but controlled—silky in texture
Clos Vougeot can be a mixed bag—but in the hands of Pierre & Marianne Duroche
Sourced from a vineyard that embodies both innovation and tradition
crystal clear
La Rioja Alta, Rioja Reserva 'Vina Alberdi', 2020 so031023 portuguese round up offer steeping botanicals into a bitterLa Rioja Altas Via Alberdi is proof that classic Rioja doesnt have to be pricey or pretentious. Its 100% Tempranillo, aged in American oak barrels (some of which the winery makes themselves!), and it hits that perfect Rioja sweet spotbright cherry fruit, soft tannins, and warm, toasty spice. The 2020 vintage is especially vibrant: red fruit and dried flowers upfront, with vanilla, coconut, and cedar rounding things out. Its smooth, medium bodied, and