Originally from Malaga Jorge Ordonez is one of the most important Spanish wholesalers in the united states! he started in the mid-80s.
Now he owns various wineries around the peninsula. This one is a serious project in Rias Baixas, in the sub-regions of the Salnes Valley. The grapes are sourced from 2 different vineyards one planted in 1970 and the other in 1984 on sandy soils. The interesting part of this serious white (100% Albarino) is that 25% has been barrel fermented in French oak. This add a layer of complexity such as vanilla, smokiness but without dominating the fruit intensity of the subtle albarino grape. Concentrated and elegant this wine will be brilliant with sophisticated white fish dishes or ceviche!!
I feel kind of hungry suddenly...And you?
Nisia is back in shape, after one or two vintages on the funky side.
Verdejo is now the trendiest white variety in Spain, and it has been like this for the past 10 years. So we can say that people love Verdejo. what can I say, well...A lot!
It is dry, aromatic, crisp and gentle. most of the time unoaked (although some oaky version are showing well these days). It is the perfect white for anything.
Aperitif, light salads, cheeses (especially goat cheeses), mussels, sushi, week-ends, holidays...
Jorge Ordonez is a talented taster. Avante is the proof.
Located in Pedrosa del Duero one of the most highly respected Terrroir in Ribera del Duero, Avante is sourced from a vineyards planted in 1960 and is aged 22 months in French oak. We used to have the 2011 a year ago, and the wine as mind-blowing. Now we carry the fantastic 2014 that needs another 2/3 years to show its full potential. A great bargain if you have that possibility, for less than 20 euros! I have actually bought 6 bottles myself, and I know that in just a few years I will be drinking a really fine wine. Take my words!
Produced from Grenache (50%), Syrah(40%) and 10% Cinsault planted on limestone and clay, this fine summer wine is fresh and delicate. It extract its uniqueness from the high altitude vineyards, up to 640m! something quite unbelievable in Provence. Floral, tangy, light and dangerously easy...
At Mourgues du Gres, between southern Rhone and Provence, Mr Francois Collard produced some of the most unique wine in the area. He has good experience, as he was working at Chateau Lafite Rothschild, in Bordeaux, for while. Terre D'Argence white is made from a blend of viognier (old vines) some Petit Manseng and Roussanne. a small part is aged in barrel in order to add complexity without overpowering the natural aromas of this wine.
It is often on wine-list in France, especially in Michelin-star restaurant as most of the wines from this family estate offer stunning value.
Medium to full-bodied, gentian, gingery, peach. great glyceric texture. Balanced acidity. Superb southern wine.
Sierra Cantabria
Organza is made from Malvasia, Grenache and viura and it is aged 9 months in barrel.
Wihte wine, medium-bodied. very charming with cinnamon and ripe apples aromas.