C332-AB

CELLAR

AB, NT 332

ORDER JAN 7 - FEB 9, 2026

From the Andes to Alsace — world-class terroir, globally defined MAURICIO LORCA, RANKED AMONG THE TOP 100 GLOBAL WINEMAKERS (24’) RECOGNIZED AS THE MASTER OF MALBEC, HAS SET HIS SIGHTS ON CABERNET FRANC (PG 6) VILLARD FINE WINES, RANKED #36 IN THE WORLD’S BEST VINEYARDS TOP 100, UNVEILS ITS NEW QV RED BLEND AS A BENCHMARK OF COASTAL CHILEAN EXCELLENCE (PG 20)

ARGENTINA, CHILE, ALSACE & SOUTHERN FRANCE OPIMIAN.CA

A trusted Opimian partner for over two decades, Mauricio Lorca produces exceptional wines from Argentina’s renowned Uco Valley.

ÓPALO PURE FRUIT EXPRESSION MALBE

BY MAURICIO LORC C , F I N C A L O S I N I C I O SA VALLE DE UCO, , MENDOZA, 2024 Within a remarkably sh or t period of time, Argentina has go ne from playing a minor role on the wo rld’s wine stage to becoming an absolut e powerhouse of viticultural production.

This success is due in large part to on e gr ape variety.

Malbec, whose origins lie in southwest Fr ance, has largely be come synonymous with the South America n country’s highaltitude vineyards. The combination of desert climate and se dimentar y soils in Mendoza, where Bo dega y Viñedos Mauricio Lorca is base d, combine to create growing conditio ns that bring out the best in the varie ty and allow it to express its full arom atic potential.

But although Argentina is most strongly associated wi th Malbec, it’s important to acknowled ge the country’s viticultural diver sit y, as seen in Bodega Lorca’s full range of wi nes, which run the gamut from the pe rfumed Poetica W hite Blend, through to full-throated expressions of Cabern et Sauvignon, Syrah, Cabernet Fr an c, Petit Verdot and Bonarda. All these gr apes are vinified with precision and care in the bodega’s state-of-the-ar t winery in Lujan de Cuyo, situated a shor t distance aw ay from the tower ing An dean mountains.

Malbec

Red cherry, tea leaf, oak nuances

Black cherry, damson, spices

13.5%

Grilled beef bavette with charred scallion chimichurri and roasted purple potatoes

NEW LABEL

Deep ruby hue with a purple rim. Classic modern Argentine Malbec, with the firm grippy tannins so typical of the variety, but also the dense red cherry fruit, tinged with notes of smoky tea leaves and liquorice. Juicy and bright on the finish. 2026-2030–nh

LOT 5881

$ 25 / 750 m l

$ 150 / CASE OF 6

EDITORIAL

delight lovers of the region’s purity and finesse.

Meanwhile, Villard Fine Wines continue to shine, offering Chilean wines of depth and distinction for the discerning enthusiast.

Welcome to the New Year with Opimian

This release also showcases our Value Cellar: three generous spreads highlighting 15 wines designed for everyday enjoyment, including eight individual selections and three thoughtfully curated mixed cases. Each delivers exceptional quality and accessibility, making them perfect companions for casual meals and gatherings.

As we turn the page to 2026, C332 invites members to embark on a journey through Argentina, Chile and France, discovering wines that speak to both tradition and innovation. From the Andes to Alsace, these selections bring freshness, vibrancy and remarkable value to your glass.

Our cover celebrates Lorca, a producer whose bold creativity is matched only by his dedication to quality. You will also discover his latest expression, the Idealista Gin, featured on the back cover—a testament to Lorca’s adventurous spirit.

Raise a glass with us to new beginnings, inspired producers, and the promise of another year filled with discovery and delight.

Cheers, The Opimian Team DON'T MISS OUR CANADIAN OFFERING, ONLINE ONLY: SEARCH FOR LOT 5760, MELDVILLE IMPROMPTU, VQA NIAGARA PENINSULA, 2023.

France takes centre stage with the arrival of Preiss Zimmer, our new Alsace producer and this Cellar's Founders Choice producer. Their elegant wines will

COUPS DE COEUR............................................................................................................................. P5

EVERYDAY WINES........................................................................................................................... P16

ARGENTINA................................................................................................................................................................P6

ROUSSILLON.......................................................................................................................................................... P22

Bodega y Viñedos Mauricio Lorca.............................................................................................................P6

Terres Fidèles.......................................................................................................................................................... P22

CHILE.............................................................................................................................................................................P10

ALSACE.......................................................................................................................................................................P24

Villard Fine Wines................................................................................................................................................P10

Preiss Zimmer........................................................................................................................................................ P24

Viña La Rosa............................................................................................................................................................. P12

COLLECTOR’S CORNER............................................................................................................... P30

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COUPS DE COEUR

OUR MASTERS OF WINE'S FAVOURITE WINES IN THIS CELLAR NATASHA'S COUPS DE COEUR

Natasha Hughes MW became a Master of Wine in 2014, winning four of the seven prizes awarded that year, including the Outstanding Achievement Award. A former Decanter deputy editor turned freelance journalist, she has written for leading publications worldwide and published The Wines of Beaujolais (2025). Natasha judges international competitions, consults for producers and restaurants, and teaches MW students. She also serves on the Council of the Institute of Masters of Wine, chairing its Trips Committee and sitting on its Education Committee.

RICHARD'S COUPS DE COEUR

QUINTA LAS CABRAS CHARDONNAY BRUT SPARKLING WINE, CACHAPOAL VALLEY, 2025, LOT 5903, PART OF A MIXED CASE, P15

MAURICIO LORCA NATURAL CABERNET FRANC MALBEC, FINCA LOS INICIOS, VALLE DE UCO, 2024, LOT 5884, P8

CASA NUEVA FAMILY WINES RESERVA CARMENÈRE, CURICÓ VALLEY, 2025, LOT 5911, PART OF A MIXED CASE, P19

PREISS-ZIMMER PINOT GRIS RÉSERVE, AOC ALSACE, 2024, LOT 5921, PART OF A MIXED CASE, P27

PREISS ZIMMER PINOT GRIS, AOC ALSACE, 2024, LOT 5921, PART OF A MIXED CASE, P27

TANAGRA SYRAH, CASABLANCA VALLEY, 2023, LOT 5897, P30

Richard Bampfield MW is a renowned wine expert best known for his work with Lidl. A Cambridge French graduate and Master of Wine since 1990, he’s worked across vineyards and cellars worldwide, led Brown Brothers’ European operations, and now consults for top producers like Albert Bichot and Santa Rita. He’s also a co-founder of the Sustainable Wine Roundtable and a partner in wine-tech platform Preferabli.

— CELLAR 332 COUPS DE COEUR

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ARGENTINA

Bodega y Viñedos Mauricio Lorca LEARN MORE ABOUT BODEGA Y VIÑEDOS MAURICIO LORCA

PRODUCER FOR THIS CELLAR

NEW

5876

LORCA FANTASÍA MALBEC, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2025

Malbec

$ 19

5877

LORCA FANTASÍA BONARDA, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2025

Bonarda

$ 114

Medium purple hue. This leads with fresh, juicy notes of boysenberry, black cherry, forest floor, red cherry and white pepper. In the mouth this has a lovely whack of juicy black fruit, including cherry and plum. The acidity is vibrant and the tannins are ripe and melded. Such a delicious glass of wine at this price! 2026-2029–mp

$ 19

5878

LORCA FANTASÍA CABERNET FRANC, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2025

Cabernet Franc

$ 114

Mid-ruby hue. A distinct sweet-sour character, with lashings of ripe cherry and redcurrant fruit accompanied

by Bonarda's typically high levels of acidity. There are notes of liqueur chocolates, tar, and blackberry, too.

2026-2028– nh

13%

6

NEW

$ 19

$ 114

Medium purple hue. Lovely aromas of crushed blueberry, blackberry, pencil lead, ink and tobacco from this thoroughly decent running mate to the Malbec. As expected, this shows a little more structure, with assertive tannins that provide a lovely, dusty finish. This is long and assured – a great partner to red meats. 2026-2029–mp

13%

12.5%

Boysenberry, black cherry, forest floor

Red cherry, redcurrant, tar

Crushed blueberry, ink, tobacco

Red cherry, plum, white pepper

Black cherry, liqueur chocolates, blackberry

Blackberry, pencil lead, cassis

Duck breast with blackberry-thyme glaze and creamy polenta

Lamb kofta with mint yogurt and spiced couscous

Grilled lamb chops with rosemary and garlic

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photo — Argentinian winemaker Mauricio Lorca savours the results of a season’s dedication: a glass that

captures the soul of Mendoza’s high-altitude vineyards and the patience behind every harvest.

5879

LORCA POÉTICO WHITE BLEND, FINCA LOS ALTEPES, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2024 Viognier, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc

$ 25

$ 150

Medium lemon hue. Much better than I imagined!

This has a beautiful nose, with subtle oak notes of cream and vanilla, plus floral hints of honeysuckle and ripe stone fruit including peach and apricot. The winner in the 'gently oaked white' category is unquestionably this surprisingly complex blend of three unlikely bedfellows. The oak supports jasmine, honeysuckle, cream, yogurt, peach, red apple and melon, and the finish is genuinely long. A winner despite my initial misgivings. 2026-2028–mp 13% Cream, honeysuckle, peach, apricot Jasmine, vanilla, red apple, melon, [1.80] Citrus-marinated sea bass with fennel salad and orange beurre blanc

5880

LORCA POÉTICO MALBEC, FINCA LOS ALTEPES, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2024

Malbec

$ 25

$ 150

Medium purple hue. The nose is pronounced, with hints of black cherry, blackcurrant, liquorice, woodsmoke and vanilla. Punchy and full-bodied, it has bags of ripe, candied black fruit including plum and Morello cherry, plus oak influence including sawdust and woodsmoke. Wonderfully long, this curls around the tongue and lingers. 2026-2029–mp 13.5% Black cherry, blackcurrant, liquorice, vanilla Plum, Morello cherry, sawdust, woodsmoke Roast venison loin with cocoa-infused jus and parsnip purée

— ARGENTINA BODEGA Y VIÑEDOS MAURICIO LORCA

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5882

ÓPALO PURE FRUIT EXPRESSION CABERNET SAUVIGNON BY MAURICIO LORCA, FINCA LOS INICIO, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2024

5883

Cabernet Sauvignon

$ 25

NEW LABEL

ÓPALO PURE FRUIT EXPRESSION SYRAH, FINCA LOS INICIOS, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2024

Syrah

$ 150

Deep, youthful hue.

Exuberant, young Argentinian red showcasing the classic blackcurrant and blackberry flavours of the Cabernet Sauvignon grape.

Full-bodied and generous.

2026-2027–rb

$ 25

NEW LABEL

$ 150

Deep ruby with a purple rim.

Rich, ripe Shiraz style with cool-climate inflections – smoky sausage meat and juicy damsons as well as the riper blackberry and black olive characters. The tannins are sinewy and quite firm, but not out of balance with the fruit. 2026-2030–nh

13%

13.5%

Violets, menthol, cassis

Juicy damsons, black olive, smoke

Blackcurrant, blackberry compote, vanilla

Ripe blackberry, smoky sausage, black pepper

Coffee-rubbed striploin with smoked paprika potato pavé

Crispy pork belly with cherry gastrique and heirloom carrots

5884

MAURICIO LORCA NATURAL CABERNET FRANC MALBEC, FINCA LOS INICIOS, VALLE DE UCO, 2024 Cabernet Franc, Malbec

$ 30

$ 180

Deep ruby with purple rim. The firm tannins of this wine are cloaked in generous amounts of rich, ripe fruit – there's cola spice, blackcurrant and liquorice, as well as violets and tea leaves. Still young, with enough concentration to allow for age – although I would decant and drink in its youth. 2026-2030–nh 14% Cola spice, liquorice, blackcurrant Violets. tea leaves, damson Braised beef cheeks with truffle mash and balsamic glaze

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photo — At the gates of his Mendoza winery, Mauricio Lorca welcomes visitors to the heart

of his craft, where every bottle reflects his vision of balance, authenticity, and place.

5885

GRAN ÓPALO PURE FRUIT EXPRESSION BLEND BY MAURICIO LORCA, FINCA LOS INICIOS, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2023 Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot

$ 40

NEW LABEL

$ 240

Deep, youthful hue. Big, bold red from a single vineyard in Argentina's fashionable Uco Valley, beginning to show the complexity expected of these classic Bordeaux grapes. Hedonistic flavours of blackcurrant, violets, dark chocolate and spices.

Already most satisfying and will hold for a year or two.

2026-2027–rb

14%

5886

MAURICIO LORCA GRAN MALBEC, FINCA LOS ALTEPES, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2022

Malbec

$ 50

$ 150

Deep ruby hue. This has a beautifully precise nose, with aromas of cooked black plum, black cherry, mulberry, crushed blueberry, cocoa powder, wet leaves, dark chocolate and menthol. The palate has the silkiest of tannins, and layers of black fruit supported by obvious yet balanced oaky notes. Cherry, plum, blueberry and blackberry are joined by incense, vanilla and pencil shavings. The main attraction, however, is the clearly defined fruit flavours that drive a most impressive finish.

A stunning example of Malbec.

2026-2030–mp 14.5%

Blackcurrant, violets, spices

Mulberry, crushed blueberry, cocoa powder, menthol

Cassis, dark chocolate, blackberry

Plum, pencil shavings, incense, vanilla

Roasted portobello steak with balsamic glaze and sweet potato mash

Charcoal-grilled bison ribeye with smoked sea salt and beetroot emulsion

5887

MAURICIO LORCA GRAN PETIT VERDOT, FINCA LOS ALTEPES, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2022

Petit Verdot

$ 50

$ 150

Deep ruby hue. It's exceptionally difficult to write 'ripe' and 'Petit Verdot' in the same sentence. A notoriously tannic and unapproachable late ripener, it's a grape to be handled with the utmost care. Having said that, this may be the most complete Petit Verdot to have passed my lips. The nose is massive and yet delicately partitioned, with the violets, mint and bay sitting next to red plum, raspberry jam, tinned strawberries and wood-derived flavours of black pepper, cedar, vanilla and clove. The length is, frankly, phenomenal, a core of dusty tannins adding a perfectly judged vegetal hint. Epic: buy it. 2026-2032–mp 14.5% Violets, bay, tinned strawberries, clove Raspberry jam, black pepper, cedar, vanilla Braised oxtail with star anise and parsnip root mash

— ARGENTINA BODEGA Y VIÑEDOS MAURICIO LORCA

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CHILE

Villard Fine Wines I was lucky enough to spend a month visiting vineyards in Chile in 1988 when, to put it mildly, most of the wine was not fit to export. The transformation since then has been extraordinary, driven by visionaries like Thierry Villard, who recognized not just Chile's wonderful climate for growing vines but also how to realize the commercial potential. Thierry and his family have established the Casablanca Valley as one of Chile's top regions for cool climate Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah, producing wines with exceptional purity of fruit and world class varietal expression.

As their knowledge of the region has grown, Villard have also found exceptional sites for Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah very much a producer to follow.

5891

EXPRESIÓN RESERVE PINOT NOIR, CASABLANCA VALLEY, 2025

Pinot Noir

$ 25

5892

EXPRESIÓN RESERVE SYRAH, CASABLANCA VALLEY, 2023

Syrah

$ 150

Pale ruby. Wonderfully intense nose of red cherry, cranberry, strawberry, raspberry jam, lilac and a touch of intriguing spice, including cinnamon and sandalwood. Talk about over-delivering! In the mouth this has bright, beautifully juicy red and black fruit, leading with cooked red plum, black cherry, incense, cherry cobbler, vanilla and baking spice. The palate has a warming note, soft tannins and acidity, and admirable length at this price.–nh

$ 25

$ 150

Medium ruby hue. Needs a bit of time to open up in the glass, but when it does it reveals layers of perfume, with notes of smoky bacon, black pepper, elderberry and damson plums. Elegant sinewy tannins are well integrated, and the finish is bright and long. Cool-climate Syrah style rather than a more opulent warm-climate Shiraz. 2026-2032–nh

13.5%

13.5%

Red cherry, cranberry, lilac, cinnamon

Gamey, black cherry, blackberry, spice

Cooked red plum, incense, cherry cobbler, vanilla

Smoky bacon, black pepper, elderberry, damson plums

Herb-roasted duck breast with cherry glaze

Slow-roasted pork shoulder with ancho chile rub and caramelized onion jam

EXPERIENCE CHILE AT ITS FINEST WITH VILLARD’S WORLD-CLASS CASABLANCA VALLEY WINES

LEARN MORE ABOUT VILLARD FINE WINES

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photo — Charlie Villard sampling his Syrah.

5893

EXPRESIÓN RESERVE SAUVIGNON BLANC, CASABLANCA VALLEY, 2025

Sauvignon Blanc

$ 25

5894

LE CHARDONNAY GRAND VIN, CASABLANCA VALLEY, 2024

Chardonnay

$ 150

Pale lemon hue. A punchy, vivid wine that just screams Sauvignon Blanc! Oodles of fruit, from hints of tropical guava to gooseberries and lemon zest, with a bracing dollop of blackcurrant leaf providing lift. Crisp acidity completes the picture. A slightly restrained style compared to New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, but there's a definite family resemblance. 2026-2028–nh

12.3%

$ 30

$ 180

Bright lemon hue. Close to Chile's Pacific coast, the cool Casablanca Valley is now home to many of the country's most exciting Chardonnay vineyards.

This is high class wine, with beautiful vanilla oak balancing the fresh, citrus flavours. No need to wait.

2026-2027–rb

13.5%

Guava, lemon zest, elderflower

Vanilla-infused oak, lemon cream, honey

Gooseberry, passionfruit, blackcurrant leaf

Grapefruit, lemon zests, butterscotch, [1.51]

Grilled asparagus and zucchini tart with chèvre and preserved lemon

Sweet corn risotto with aged gouda and chive oil

NEW

5895

LE SYRAH GRAND VIN, CASABLANCA VALLEY, 2023

Syrah

$ 40

$ 240

14.8% Woodsmoke, spice, violets Dark fruits, black cherry, dark chocolate Charred venison loin with rosemary jus and blackcurrant coulis

photo — Villard wines are the perfect match for good food and great company.

Opaque purple hue.

There is exceptional promise in this worldclass, young Syrah from the Casablanca Valley, where the cooler climate produces reds with great purity of fruit and ageing capacity. It already shows richness, spicy oak and attractive dark chocolate undertones – very special. 2026-2036–rb

— CHILE VILLARD FINE WINES

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ALL DRESSED UP, SAME GREAT TASTE! YOUR BELOVED CORNELLANA, WITH A FRESH NEW LOOK.

REBRAND

QUINTA LAS CABRAS WINEMAKERS RELEASE GRAN RESERVA CARMENÈRE, D.O. PEUMO, 2024

Carmenère

5898

$ 13

375 ml

$ 156 $ 25

5899

$ 150

Deep purple hue. Whilst still very young, this is an impressive Carmenère from the littleknown but high-quality region of Peumo. It has bright, primary flavours of blackcurrant and tapenade and will benefit from maturing for a further 2 or 3 years. 2026-2028–rb 13.5% Smoked capsicums, soy, blueberry Blackcurrant, tapenade, yeast extract Smoked mushroom and lentil bourguignon with creamy polenta

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CHILE

Viña La Rosa Viña la Rosa are one of the oldest wine families in Chile with well over 100 years of history and experience behind them. They are based in Peumo, generally considered one of the top sites in the Cachapoal Valley and closer to the cooler Coastal Range than the Andes. This is a big advantage for producing Carmenère, a lateripening grape that needs cool moments to balance the sun's warmth - and a grape for which Viña la Rosa have earned an enviable reputation.

Viña La Rosa has rebranded Cornellana as Quinta Las

Cabras to better reflect the brand’s deep connection to its origins and heritage. The new name pays tribute to the traditional family estates where generations, passionate about the land, cultivated both wine and community. These quintas were home to countless stories, embodying a way of life rooted in authenticity, care, and respect for the land.The rebrand invites wine lovers to reconnect with their roots and rediscover the essence of origin. It’s a celebration of place, family, and the enduring tradition of Chilean winemaking.

LEARN MORE ABOUT VIÑA LA ROSA

photo — Viña La Rosa's winemakers Cynthia Ortiz and Gonzalo Cárcamo.

5900

CORNELLANA CUVÉE GRAN RESERVE VERTICAL TASTING CASE - 2 BOTTLES EACH

$ 30

$ 180

Viña la Rosa’s Cornellana vineyard is planted on an isolated outcrop of volcanic rocks nestled in a small valley surrounded by Chile’s breathtaking Coastal Mountain Range. The Gran Reserva cuvée is an unusual blend that combines classic Bordeaux grapes – Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, along with Petit Verdot – with spicy Syrah and plush, juicy Carmenère, a grape variety that reaches its apogee in Chile’s Central Valley.

CORNELLANA CUVÉE GRAN RESERVE, PEUMO, 2019

Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Carmenère, Malbec, Petit Verdot Medium ruby hue, with a garnet rim.

Pronounced mint and herbaceous characters here, blended with bright primary blackcurrant fruit, along with tertiary notes of dried cherries and earthiness. Fine chalky tannins exert grip, and high levels of acidity drive a lively finish.

2026-2032–nh

CORNELLANA CUVÉE GRAN RESERVE, PEUMO, 2020

Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Petit Verdot Deep crimson hue. This well-executed blend is just reaching that exciting stage in its evolution when the primary dark fruit aromas are being joined by spicy, tobaccoscented tertiary notes. Full-bodied and richly flavoured, it will make excellent drinking over the next 3 to 4 years. 2026-2030–rb

14%

14%

CORNELLANA CUVÉE GRAN RESERVE, PEUMO, 2021

Carmenère, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Petit Verdot A youthful wine with loads of primary dark fruit character – sweet cassis and damson plums – along with violets, blackcurrant leaf and some eucalyptus. The tannins are polished but exert a gentle grip on the palate; the finish is long and bright. 2026-2034–nh

14%

Mint, herbaceous character, earthiness

Blackcurrant leaf, cassis, cigar box

Violets, blackcurrant leaf, black tea

Juicy blackcurrant, dried cherries, green capsicum

Tobacco, blackberry, sweet spice

Sweet cassis, damson plums, eucalyptus

Roasted lamb shank with ratatouille and rosemary-scented polenta

Lamb tagine with apricots, almonds, and saffron couscous

Wild mushroom and lentil moussaka with béchamel

— CHILE VIÑA LA ROSA

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REBRAND

5901

QUINTA LAS CABRAS CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVA, CACHAPOAL VALLEY, 2024

Cabernet Sauvignon

5902

CORNELLANA VOLCANO SEDIMENTARIO CARMENÈRE, CACHAPOAL VALLEY, 2023

Carmenère

$ 19

$ 114

Medium ruby hue. Classic Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon! Oodles of blackcurrant pastille sweet notes on the palate, with blackcurrant leaf and mint providing lift and refreshment. Bright, focusing acidity and a suggestion of chalky tannin lend structure. 2026-2027– nh

$ 40

Deep purple hue. Wow, this is spectacular and highly original Carmenère! With good depth of colour and excitingly complex aromas, it reveals a purity of fruit and vivacity rare in this grape. Beautifully balanced and already delicious, it may well improve further. 2026-2029–rb

14%

OLD BRANDING ALL WINES

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$ 240

13.5%

Cassis, blackcurrant leaf, Victoria plum

Raspberry, artichoke, paprika

Blackcurrant pastille, mint, black cherry

Mulberry, green pepper, smoke

Grilled flat iron steak with chimichurri and crispy smashed potatoes

Roasted eggplant and red pepper terrine with smoked paprika aioli

NEW BRANDING CLASSIC WINE RANGE

PREMIUM WINES

5903

QUINTA LAS CABRAS SPARKLING WINE CASE - 3 BOTTLES EACH

$ 17

$ 102

One of the advantages of several generations of experience on the same land is that Viña la Rosa have identified the cooler La Cornellana vineyard as an ideal spot to grow grapes for sparkling wine. This makes an excellent pair - well worth opening with friends on the same occasion so you can appreciate and enjoy the differences between the two!

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QUINTA LAS CABRAS CHARDONNAY BRUT SPARKLING WINE, CACHAPOAL VALLEY, 2025

QUINTA LAS CABRAS ROSÉ BRUT SPARKLING WINE, CACHAPOAL VALLEY, 2025 Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Pinot Grigio

Chardonnay

Pale lemon hue. Chile is not yet well known for its sparkling wines, but this excellent wine shows tremendous promise. With the classic youthful Chardonnay aromas of white flowers and hazelnut, it boasts expressive, honeyed fruit on the palate and a crisp dry finish. 2026-2027–rb

Mid bubble-gum pink. Towards the top end of the Brut dosage range, with a hint of sweetness, but nicely balanced with bright acidity. Good levels of fruit on the midpalate, with redcurrant and bramble notes tinged with blackcurrant leaf. A zippy, fun, quaffing wine. 2026-2028–nh

12%

12%

White flowers, hazelnut, honeyed fruit

Light herbal notes, blackcurrant leaf and redcurrant

Pear, honey, ripe apple, [10.00]

Redcurrant, bramble, blackcurrant leaf, [10.00]

Tempura zucchini blossoms with lemon crème fraîche

Prosciutto and melon salad with mint and burrata

— CHILE VIÑA LA ROSA

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5908

CASA NUEVA FAMILY WINES RESERVA SAUVIGNON BLANC, CURICÓ VALLEY, 2025

Sauvignon Blanc

$ 17

5909

CASA NUEVA FAMILY WINES RESERVA CHARDONNAY, CURICÓ VALLEY, 2024

Chardonnay

$ 204

$ 17

$ 204

Medium lemon hue. A typically approachable, easy-drinking Chardonnay laden with ripe fruit. There is lemon zest and green pineapple, grapefruit, and the trademark Chilean note of sweetcorn. 20262027–nh

5907

CASA NUEVA FAMILY WINES RESERVA ROSÉ, MAULE VALLEY, 2025

Cabernet Franc

$ 17

$ 204

Medium salmon pink. The candied cherries and blackcurrant leaf notes are both vivid and refreshing. Zesty and fruit driven on the palate, this would be the perfect wine for a summer picnic or barbecue. Drink with sunshine and good friends! 2026-2027–nh

Medium lemon hue. Chile's southerly Curicó Valley is well suited to growing a grape like Sauvignon that prefers cooler sites. This is attractive, dry, and floral – an appetizing example with a typically crisp, fresh finish.

2026-2027–rb

12%

16

12%

12.5%

Candied cherry, blackcurrant leaf, redcurrant

Asparagus, crisp green apple, celery

Grapefruit, mango, peach

Peach, pear, red cherry, [6.00]

Tomato leaf, spring florals, freshly cut grass, [4.50]

Lemon zest, green pineapple, sweetcorn, [4.50]

Grilled chicken skewers with cherry tomato and basil orzo salad

Lemon-garlic shrimp with jasmine rice and snap peas

Creamy mushroom and leek pasta

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EVERYDAY WINES WINES TO SAVOUR ANY DAY OF THE WEEK

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QUINTA LAS CABRAS SAUVIGNON BLANC RESERVA, CACHAPOAL VALLEY, 2025

5904

QUINTA LAS CABRAS SAUVIGNON BLANC / SAUVIGNON BLANC RESERVA CASE - 6 BOTTLES EACH

$ 15

EXPERIENCE THE ARTISTRY OF SAUVIGNON BLANC: TWO DISTINCT STYLES, ONE UNFORGETTABLE CASE.

$ 180

Sauvignon Blanc

QUINTA LAS CABRAS SAUVIGNON BLANC, CACHAPOAL VALLEY, 2025

Sauvignon Blanc

Pale lemon hue. A Sauvignon Blanc with focus and precision on the palate, the bright lemon zest and apricot fruit marshalled into order by brisk acidity, channelled onto a long finish tinged with green beans and nettles. 2026-2028–nh

A great-value, approachable Sauvignon Blanc that immediately charms with its lively lemon sherbet notes, complemented by fresh green accents of crushed leaves, pea pod and a hint of elderflower. Bright, zesty and refreshing, it glides effortlessly across the palate. A real crowd-pleaser, perfect for sharing on a sunny afternoon. 2026-2028–nh

12%

12%

Lemon zest, apricot, gooseberry

Lemon sherbet, crushed leaves

Green beans, nettles, lemon blossom, [1.80]

Crushed leaf, elderfower, [1.45]

Avocado and citrus salad with quinoa and feta

Baked white fish tacos with slaw and lime crema

— ARGENTINA, CHILE, ALSACE & SOUTHERN FRANCE EVERYDAY WINES

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5906

QUINTA LAS CABRAS CARMENÈRE RESERVA, CACHAPOAL VALLEY, 2025

Carmenère

$ 15

$ 180

Medium ruby hue. Juicy, dense and dark fruited, this is a classic example of Chilean Carmenère, with notes of dark plum and elderberry fruit, a suggestion of bitter dark chocolate, and some smoky capsicums. One to drink fairly young, to benefit from all that lush fruit. 2026-2027–nh

13.5% Dark plum, smoky capsicums, blackcurrant leaf Elderberry, bitter dark chocolate, blackberry Grilled pork chops with rosemary-roasted sweet potatoes

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5905

QUINTA LAS CABRAS MERLOT, CACHAPOAL VALLEY, 2025

5910

CASA NUEVA FAMILY WINES RESERVA SYRAH, MAULE VALLEY, 2025

Syrah

Merlot

$ 14

$ 168

Deep purple hue. Exactly what one hopes for from a young Chilean Merlot. Juicy flavours of blackberry, plum and cherry, plus a finish that successfully combines both freshness and a satisfying warmth.

Definitely overdelivers at this price point.

2026-2027–rb

$ 17

Deep purple hue. Chilean Syrah is becoming increasingly popular and this one, from the fashionable Maule Valley, shows why – deep and perfumed, it offers the classic pepper and spice undertones of this high-quality grape. 2026-2028–rb

13.5%

14%

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$ 204

Black cherry, raspberry, violets

Black cherry, leather, chocolate

Victoria plum, blackberry, spice

Black pepper, bramble, plum

Spaghetti with lentil Bolognese and shaved Parmesan

Beef and vegetable stir-fry with hoisin glaze

EVERYDAY WINES WINES TO SAVOUR ANY DAY OF THE WEEK 5911

CASA NUEVA FAMILY WINES SELECTION CARMENÈRE AND RESERVA CARMENÈRE CASE - 6 BOTTLES EACH

$ 16

$ 192

CASA NUEVA FAMILY WINES RESERVA CARMENÈRE, CURICÓ VALLEY, 2025

Carmenère

CASA NUEVA FAMILY WINES SELECTION CARMENÈRE, CENTRAL VALLEY, 2025

Carmenère

Medium ruby hue. Savoury and quite intense on the nose and palate, with notes of dark soy and black olives intermeshed with ripe blueberries and red plum. The plush tannins hide a bit of steel at the core of this wine.

2026-2028–nh

Medium ruby hue. Carmenère's hallmark supple tannins and juicy, fruit-laden mid-palate here. Plenty of dark fruit – elderberries and blueberries – with a spritz of blackcurrant leaf and mint providing lift, plus a twist of dark cocoa bitterness on the finish. 2026-2027–nh

13%

13.5%

Dark soy, black olive, red plum

Elderberry, blueberry, blackcurrant leaf

Tapenade, blueberry, blackcurrant

Mint, blackcurrant, dark cocoa

Stuffed bell peppers with rice, beans, and cheese

Chili con carne with cornbread muffins

— ARGENTINA, CHILE, ALSACE & SOUTHERN FRANCE EVERYDAY WINES

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VILLARD FINE WINES 5912

PROPUESTA, CURICÓ VALLEY, 2024

13.5% Black olive, blackberry jam, graphite

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

$ 20

$ 120

Blackcurrant, light tobacco, cigar box Cheddar and mushroom veggie burgers with sweet potato fries

Deep ruby hue. Chile has made something of a speciality of Bordeaux blends, and this one, from the more southerly vineyards of Curicó, shows the classic blackcurrant and light tobacco flavours of this style of wine. Smooth, satisfying, and nearing its peak. 2026-2027–rb

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QV BLEND, CHILE, 2023

Syrah, Carignan, Grenache, Petite Syrah

$ 18

$ 108

Deep ruby hue. Enterprising blend of grapes from two of Chile's best wine producing regions. With exciting flavours of blackberry, black olive, spice and pepper, this shows the complexity of a little bottle age and has a firm, dry finish. 2026-2028–rb 13.5% Black pepper, nutmeg, blueberry Blackberry, black olive, spices Grilled sausage and roasted vegetable sheet pan dinner

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EVERYDAY WINES WINES TO SAVOUR ANY DAY OF THE WEEK

5913

HACIENDA DE MOLINA CASE 4 BOTTLES EACH

$ 16

$ 192

THREE STYLES. ONE CASE. EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY.

HACIENDA DE MOLINA GRAN RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON CARMENÈRE, CURICÓ VALLEY, 2024

Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère

Deep ruby hue. Typically flavoursome, full-bodied Chilean red blending two of the country's most successful grapes.

The smooth, easy-going palate features a generous blast of blackcurrant, cherry, and plum. 2026-2027–rb

HACIENDA DE MOLINA RESERVA CABERNET FRANC SYRAH, CURICO VALLEY, 2025

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

Cabernet Franc, Syrah

Medium ruby hue. Rounded, approachable, easy-drinking wine combining notes of dark cherries and red plums with chocolate and tomato leaf. Smooth, supple tannins and juicy acidity help provide focus, while a trace of residual sugar fleshes out the mid-palate.

2026-2027–nh

13.5%

HACIENDA DE MOLINA RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON CABERNET FRANC, CURICÓ VALLEY, 2025

Deep ruby hue. The two Cabernets (Sauvignon and Franc) are the backbone of many of Bordeaux's best reds and also thrive in Chile. This is a ripe, smooth, flavoursome blend that will appeal to those who prefer their reds not too dry.

2026-2027– rb

13.5%

13.5%

Blueberry, bramble, coffee

Red plum, spices, black pepper

Blackcurrant, black cherry, blackcurrant leaf

Blackcurrant, cherry, plum

Dark cherry, chocolate, tomato leaf

Cassis, graphite, capsicum

Roasted chicken thighs with balsamic glaze and mashed potatoes

Beef and black bean tacos with pico de gallo

Lentil shepherd’s pie with mashed potato topping

— ARGENTINA, CHILE, ALSACE & SOUTHERN FRANCE EVERYDAY WINES

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FRANCE

LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON

Terres Fidèles

and Carignan rule in this area, producing characterful reds in vineyards in Collioure, Maury, Corbières and the Agly Valley. However, as Fergal and his winemakers have explored deeper in the region, notably in Limoux and Aude, they have found sources for top class whites and rosé too.

Very much a label to watch.

Terres Fidèles in an innovative and exciting project founded by Fergal Tynan MW that showcases the rich diversity of styles and dramatic scenery in the Roussillon region in southern France. Grenache

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LA VIE EN ROSE, CINQ PÉTALES, CINSAULT ROSÉ, IGP PAYS D'OC, 2025

Cinsault

$ 19

MONTSABLÉ CHARDONNAY, IGP HAUTE VALLÉE DE L'AUDE, 2024

Chardonnay

$ 114

Pale salmon in the glass, the nose is lively with fresh aromas of strawberry, red currant, sour cherry and raspberry. From the first sip it's clear that this is an exceptionally joyous and uncomplicated rose ideal for deckchair hoovering by the pool. The palate leads with candied red fruit including cherry, currant and plum but the finish includes a twist of Parma violets, cinnamon, thyme and rose petal. The acidity is more than up to the job and the finish is surprisingly long. A delicious glass of rosé that would be three times the price if it were from Provence. 2026-2027–mp

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5915

$ 25

$ 150

Pale lemon hue.

A true revelation, this is a beautifully crafted Chardonnay from the Languedoc.

Surprisingly low in alcohol at 12.5%, it offers great depth of flavour, complexity, grip and a core of minerality reminiscent of a Grand Cru Chablis. 2026-2027– rb

12.5%

Strawberry, red currant, sour cherry, raspberry

Flint, citrus, stone fruit, roasted nuts

Cherry, plum, rose petal, [4.00]

Citrus, creaminess, wet stone, nectarine, [1.00]

Grilled trout with herb butter and Provençal lentils

Seared scallops with corn velouté and chive oil

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PRODUCER FOR THIS CELLAR

photo — Winemaker Emmanuel Cazes tasting tank samples of Montsablé.

5916

MONTSABLÉ PINOT NOIR / RESERVE PINOT NOIR CASE 3 BOTTLES EACH

$ 25

$ 150

LEARN MORE ABOUT TERRES FIDÈLES To be honest, I find these two wines remarkable. From the Aude Valley, best known for inexpensive French plonk, they just show what is possible if you understand the Pinot Noir grape and take the time to find cooler, mountain sites to plant the vines. This is a pair of highclass wines, showcasing the perfume and purity of fruit of this wonderful grape - refined by highly sensitive winemaking.

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MONTSABLÉ PINOT NOIR, IGP HAUTE VALLÉE DE L'AUDE, 2024

MONTSABLÉ RESERVE PINOT NOIR, IGP HAUTE VALLÉE DE L'AUDE, 2024

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir

Medium cherry red. For those who might think that France's Aude Valley might be too hot for the sensitive Pinot Noir grape, this will be a welcome surprise. It offers attractive red fruit flavours supported by notes of grilled nuts from oak ageing – nicely balanced, not too heavy and most refreshing. 2026-2028–rb

Medium ruby hue. Impressive Pinot Noir from a part of France not normally associated with this fragile grape. Ripe and flavoursome, with well-judged oak, it has moderate tannin and a structure to suggest that it will continue to improve for a year or three yet. 2026-2029–rb

13%

13%

Cranberry, black cherry, clove

Cranberry, black cherry, vanilla

Red cherry, grilled nuts, caramel

Grilled nuts, baked cherry, spices

Roast chicken with thyme jus and garlic-roasted fingerlings

Duck breast with cherry gastrique and wild rice pilaf

— LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON TERRES FIDÈLES

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FRANCE

ALSACE NEW PRODUCER

Preiss Zimmer Alsace is in many ways an anomaly in France - it has a warm, dry climate that belies its northerly latitude and is best known for white grape varieties that have more in common with Germany. But it is a gem, a beautiful region to visit, very welcoming vineyards and, in the view of many, the best food in France. Maybe its wines will now receive the attention they deserve - with prices of the dry whites from Bourgogne and the Loire having increased markedly in recent years, Alsace has never looked better value. Preiss-Zimmer is a respected, traditional house, founded in the 1840s and well-known for producing benchmark examples of Alsace's classic grapes.

LEARN MORE ABOUT PREISS ZIMMER

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PRODUCER FOR THIS CELLAR

PREISS ZIMMER PINOT BLANC, AOC ALSACE, 2024

Pinot Blanc

$ 25

$ 150

Pale lemon hue. For those looking for versatile, easy-drinking dry whites that are as enjoyable to drink on their own as with food, there are few better than Alsace Pinot Blanc. An attractive, well balanced, floral and citrus-scented example. 2026-2027–rb 12.5% White flower, fresh lemon, delicate spices Yellow apple, florals, almond, [2.20] Savoury tarte flambée with crème fraîche, leeks, and Gruyère

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CELLAR 332 — CANADA

photo — Christophe Botte, Preiss Zimmer's Managing Director, in the barrel cellar.

5919

PREISS ZIMMER RIESLING / RIESLING RÉSERVE CASE 3 BOTTLES EACH

$ 25

$ 150

Riesling is widely to be considered one of Alsace’s ‘big four’ grapes – it’s certainly one of the only varieties permitted in the region’s most prestigious grand cru vineyards. This mixed case provides a crash course in getting to grips with the way this classic grape expresses itself in Alsace, with a pretty, fruit-driven Riesling and a slightly more savoury, slightly more serious, mineraldriven Reserve bottling.

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PREISS ZIMMER RIESLING, AOC ALSACE, 2024

PREISS-ZIMMER RIESLING RÉSERVE, AOC ALSACE, 2023

Riesling

Riesling

Medium lemon hue. Vibrant, zesty, dry Alsace Riesling combining ripe apricot character with a suggestion of icing sugar and orange zest. Punchy acidity helps to drive the finish. 2026-2028–nh

Pale, lemon-green hue. Beautiful example of Alsace Riesling, offering classic aromas of citrus and baked apple, followed by a purity of fruit on the palate that showcases the raciness and vibrancy of this exceptional grape. Long finish – capable of further development. 2026-2029–rb

12%

12.5%

Green apple, lemon blossom, orange zest

Lime, orange zest, florals

Apricot, icing sugar, spices, [1.20]

Baked apple, ripe lemon, icing sugar, [1.40]

Pan-fried rainbow trout with dill beurre blanc and green beans

Thai green curry with tofu and baby bok choy

— ALSACE PREISS ZIMMER

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PREISS ZIMMER PINOT NOIR, AOC ALSACE, 2024

5921 Pinot Noir

$ 30

$ 180

Pale ruby hue. For those who enjoy lighter, crunchier reds that could be drunk lightly chilled, the Pinot Noir's from Alsace offer a good option. This is a typical example, delicately flavoured, dry and most appetizing. 2026-2027–rb 12% Cranberry, redcurrant, red cherry Strawberry, hint of spice, raspberry Grilled veal chop with mushroom fricassée and rosemary jus

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PREISS ZIMMER PINOT GRIS / PINOT GRIS RÉSERVE CASE 3 BOTTLES EACH

$ 30

$ 180

Alsatian Pinot Gris is a completely different beast to the Pinot Grigio of Northern Italy, even though the same grape is at the heart of both styles of wine.

This particular duo provides you with an exploration of the hedonistic side to Pinot Gris’s personality, with a juicy, fruitdriven take on the style as well as a more opulent, richly textured Reserve wine for contrast.

photo — Among the vines, harvest begins by hand. Thoughtful viticulture — grass between

rows, Guyot pruning, and low yields — ensures each grape tells the story of the terroir.

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PREISS ZIMMER PINOT GRIS, AOC ALSACE, 2024

Pinot Gris

Pale lemon hue. The same grape as Pinot Grigio, but such a different personality when vinified in Alsace, where the grape lends itself to opulence and generosity. A trace of residual sugar is in keeping with the style, as is the slightly oily texture, while the fruit notes are all about dried pears, apricots and slightly earthy spice. 2026-2028–nh 13% Musk, honey, jasmine Apricot, dried pear, earthy spice, [8.00] Roasted squash and ricotta ravioli with sage brown butter

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PREISS-ZIMMER PINOT GRIS RÉSERVE, AOC ALSACE, 2024

Pinot Gris

Pale lemon hue. The ubiquitous Pinot Gris (aka Grigio) grape achieves rare levels of flavour intensity in Alsace, as demonstrated by this spectacular wine. It boasts bright flavours of hazelnuts and fresh apple, seasoned by a subtle note of spice – all enhanced by exceptional grip and energy.

2026-2028–rb 13% Spiced apricot, pear, jasmine Hazelnuts, fresh apple, nutmeg, [10.50] Smoked duck leg with sweet onion purée and pear chutney

— ALSACE PREISS ZIMMER

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5922

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PREISS-ZIMMER GRAND CRU BRAND RIESLING, AOC ALSACE GRAND CRU, 2022

Riesling

$ 50

5923

PREISS-ZIMMER GRAND CRU HENGST GEWURZTRAMINER, AOC ALSACE GRAND CRU, 2023

Gewurztraminer

$ 150

Mid lemon hue. Focused, weighty but precise, demonstrating exactly why Brand is such a well-respected Grand Cru vineyard.

The wine shows a little earthy evolution, but also delightfully pure citrus and stone fruit characters and some stony minerality. Dry, complex and elegant. 2026-2032–nh

$ 50

Mid-lemon hue. Although this wine is richly perfumed and has dessert levels of sweetness, it shows more balance and precision than many Gewurztraminers.

Incredibly floral, enhanced by ginger, lychee and quince notes, and with a long, resonant finish. 2026-2029–nh

13.5%

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$ 150

13%

Lime, baked apple, peach

Quince, ginger, lychee

Wet stone, white nectarine, lemon, [0.55]

Rose petal, jasmine, honeysuckle, [31.10]

Butter-poached lobster with fennel and lemon confit

Pork tenderloin with apricot and ginger glaze, served with basmati pilaf

photo — Hand-harvested with care — each cluster selected on the vine before gentle pressing and

natural fermentation at the estate. A reflection of reasoned viticulture and respect for the land.

5924

PREISS ZIMMER GEWURZTRAMINER / VIEILLES VIGNES GEWURZTRAMINER CASE - 3 BOTTLES EACH

$ 35

$ 210

Although you’ll find increasing amounts of Gewurztraminer being planted around the world, the grape reaches its zenith in Alsace, a region whose growers have learned to coax the best out of this unique variety. This paired case teams a delicious, fruit-driven wine, evocative of lychees and orange zest, with a spicier old-vines bottling whose heady perfume provides a hit of hedonistic pleasure.

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PREISS ZIMMER GEWURZTRAMINER, AOC ALSACE, 2024

Gewurztraminer

Pale green hue. This wine will appeal to lovers of the charismatic Gewürztraminer grape as it offers the characteristic flavours of lychee and ripe pear, seasoned by spicy notes. Refreshing and delicately flavoured.

2026-2028–rb 13% Rose, orange zest, grape Lychee, ripe pear, Turkish delight, [14.80] Korean-style glazed tofu with sesame, scallions, and sticky rice

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PREISS-ZIMMER VIEILLES VIGNES GEWURZTRAMINER, AOC ALSACE, 2022

Gewurztraminer

Medium lemon hue. Heady and hedonistic, this classic Alsace Gewurztraminer shows the grape's spiciness (Gewurz means spice) in a note of ginger that complements the tropical fruit and rose petals. Sweet, but not too sweet. Pair with spiced foods or cheeses. 2026-2029–nh 13% Rambutan, honey, Turkish delight Lychee, ginger, rose petal, [19.20] Spiced lamb koftas with cucumber raita and flatbread

— ALSACE PREISS ZIMMER

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TANAGRA Chile has gained an international reputation for producing good value wines with excellent purity of fruit and varietal expression. Simultaneously, the Villard family has spent the last 40 years exploring every slope and hollow of the Casablanca Valley, identifying the truly exceptional sites for each grape. Renowned for their Syrah, Villard Fine Wines have found an outstanding 1.5-hectare plot on a slope facing the cold Pacific Ocean that provides the ideal terroir for producing the small yields essential for age-worthy wines - and on which they have planted bush-trained vines that are, of course, hand harvested.

The Syrah they produce from the Tanagra Vineyard really is a superb effort, stylistically not dissimilar to the great Syrahs of the northern Rhône, offering a little more richness of fruit on the mid-palate.

5897

TANAGRA SYRAH, CASABLANCA VALLEY, 2023

Syrah

$ 90

$ 270

Opaque purple hue. There is exceptional promise in this world-class, young Syrah from the Casablanca Valley, where the cooler climate produces reds with great purity of fruit and ageing capacity. it already shows rich fruit, spicy oak and attractive dark chocolate undertones – very special.

2026-2035–rb 14.6% Woodsmoke, cigar box, crushed blueberry Spices, black cherry, dark chocolate Lamb loin with black olive tapenade, charred eggplant, and rosemary jus

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CELLAR 332 — COLLECTOR’S CORNER

5888

COLLECTOR’S CORNER

MAURICIO LORCA ANCESTRAL MALBEC VERTICAL TASTING CASE - 1 BOTTLE EACH, 2020, 2021, 2022

$ 100

RARE WINES TO ENHANCE YOUR CELLAR

$ 300

Mauricio Lorca's Ancestral Malbec stands at the pinnacle of the Argentine bodega production. The Malbec grapes that go into this cuvée are sourced from the Los Altepes vineyard in the Uco Valley, an area widely considered to have some of the finest terroir in the Mendoza region. High altitude and wide diurnal variation in temperature produce grapes with rich aromas, brisk acidity and fine-grained but firm tannins.

These factors, combined with diligent attention to detail in the winery, result in a powerful but elegant wine that is delicious in its youth, but will also repay ageing in order to fully unfurl and reach its true potential.

A trio of different vintages in this offer will allow you to pinpoint the precise moment along the wine’s development curve that hits the sweet spot for your tastebuds.

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MAURICIO LORCA ANCESTRAL MALBEC, FINCA LOS ÁLTEPES-LOS ARBOLES, TUNUYÁN, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2020

Malbec

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MAURICIO LORCA ANCESTRAL MALBEC, FINCA LOS ÁLTEPES-LOS ARBOLES, TUNUYÁN, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2021

MAURICIO LORCA ANCESTRAL MALBEC, FINCA LOS ÁLTEPES-LOS ARBOLES, TUNUYÁN, VALLE DE UCO, MENDOZA, 2022

Malbec

Opaque, inky hue. A good example of topflight Argentine Malbec, made in a classic style. This is a wine that marries the start of some tertiary development – smoked meats – with dark cherry fruit tinged with liquorice and tea leaf. An iron fist in a velvet glove.

2026-2032–nh

Malbec

Opaque, inky hue. This is a wine that's just beginning to hit its straps, with the grippy but polished tannins providing a framework for the richly-fruited wine. Complex and dense, sporting harmonious dark fruits and liquorice. 2026-2034–nh

14.5%

High-class example of Argentina's signature red grape, Malbec, from a single vineyard in one of the best sites in the popular Uco Valley.

It shows the classic black cherry and dark fruit aromas of the Malbec grape, supported by quality oak and an attractive fragrance. Still to reach its peak. 2026-2029–rb

14.5%

14.5%

Fresh quince, hazelnuts, liquorice

Smoky, meaty, tea leaf

Dark plum, tobacco, dark chocolate

Smoked meats, dark cherry, tea leaf

Dark cherry, black fruit sauce, liquorice

Violets, black cherry, mint

Dry-aged ribeye with beetroot purée, charred onions, and Malbec reduction

Slow-braised beef short rib with truffle parsnip purée

Venison medallions with sunchoke gratin and red wine jus

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5889

IDEALISTA GIN

Gin

$ 50

$ 200

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Water-white hue. Intense and harmonious, this is a fine tincture led by warming spices rather than juniper. Clove, nutmeg, cinnamon, liquorice and angelica are all here, adding healthily to the balsamic notes of juniper. The palate reveals a citrus twist, with orange and grapefruit, while 2015, three ofrather his wines from the 2013 vintage received a rating of 100 points from The Wine theIn alcohol is warming than harsh.

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