July 2026

Viña González Bastías 2025 Descabezado

Grape
100% Pais

Region
Maule Valley, Chile

Producer Facts
Founded in 1800, this artisanal vineyard is currently run by José Luis Gómez Bastías and his wife, Daniela Lorenzo, representatives of the fifth generation of winemakers in the family.

Soil
Granitic - soils are coarse, sandy, and free-draining earth.

Farming practices
Organic and indigenous yeast.

Wine
Its aroma is intensely fruity, with red fruits such as strawberry, blackberry, plum and ripe red apple predominating, along with floral notes (such as roses) and spicy notes (such as cinnamon), as well as earthy nuances.

Pairing
Its bright acidity and freshness make it an excellent match for cured meats such as Serrano ham and other sausages, while also complementing fresh salads with legumes or roasted vegetables. It also pairs beautifully with aged and semi-aged cheeses, creating a pleasant contrast with their creamy, savory character. Serve chilled.

Pormenor 2023 Ginga Tinto


Grape
Touriga Franca, Tinta Barocca

Region
Douro, Portugal

Producer Facts
Pormenor means “details” in Portuguese, reflecting winemaker Pedro Coelho’s focus on vineyard specifics and minimal manipulation.

Soil
Schist

Farming practices
Organic & indigenous yeast

Wine
Bright and juicy, with aromas of sour cherry, wild raspberry, violet and cracked pepper. The palate is light-bodied and energetic, showing crunchy red fruit, fresh acidity, gentle tannins and a subtle mineral edge.

Pairing
Serve it slightly chilled, around 55–58°F. Its juicy red fruit, lively acidity and light tannins make it excellent with charcuterie, grilled sausage, roast chicken, pork, tomato-based pasta, burgers or roasted vegetables. I

Agricola Chiesa 2024 Roero Arneis

Grape
100% Arneis

Region
Piemonte, Italy

Producer Facts

  • Chiesa is a fifth-generation family estate, founded in the mid-1700s, with only about nine hectares of organically farmed vineyards. The family still practices polyculture, growing other crops alongside vines—now uncommon in Piemonte.

  • Arneis is often translated as “little rascal” in the local dialect, referring to how challenging the grape can be to cultivate and vinify.

Soil
Sandy and clay

Farming practices
Organic and indigenous yeast

Wine
Fresh and aromatic, opening with notes of pear, white peach, and citrus zest, accented by subtle floral tones and a touch of almond. The palate is crisp and balanced, with lively acidity and a soft, rounded texture, finishing clean with a hint of minerality.

Pairing
Its bright acidity and savory, saline character pair especially well with grilled fish, shellfish, seafood risotto and roasted vegetables. It also complements fresh cheeses, lightly seasoned poultry and antipasti such as olives or marinated vegetables.