CALIFORNIA
The Mondavi family wine history began with Cesare Mondavi, an Italian immigrant who established a grape growing business in California during Prohibition. For four generations, the Mondavi family has crafted world-class wines in the Napa Valley, helping establishing California as the premier wine-growing region it is today. In 1999, Michael Mondavi, together with his wife Isabel, his son Rob Jr., and his daughter Dina, purchased an incredibly wild piece of land in Atlas Peak and planted the Animo vineyard, which gave birth to the Michael Mondavi Family Estate. Today, the estate comprised of Animo and Oso Vineyards, two distinct sites with unique conditions and terroirs. The goal of the Mondavi Family is to create family-owned, heritage driven portfolio of small production, artisanal wines.
MICHAEL MONDAVI
MICHAEL MONDAVI
chile
Two men, one vision: Julio Bouchon from Chile; David Nieuwoudt from South Africa, a common project: Longaví. The brand, funded in 2012, draws the spirit and the legends of two different continents, unified by winemaking tradition and friendship. Julio Bouchon is the producer; David, owner of one of South Africa’s most prestigious wineries, is the winemaker. Together, they pursue their goal to reflect the deep diversity of Chilean wines with freshness and personality . The vineyards are cultivated following the organic standards while respecting the natural ecosystem, the soil fertility and the vigor of the vines, which in most cases are between 80 and 120 years old: an amazing legacy that Chile can show off to the world.
LONGAVÍ
Cølibrì was created to respond to the needs of consumers that are drinking less alcohol and are looking for different options without compromising on flavor and style. The brand offers a valuable alternative that provides consumers the freedom to choose high-quality wines without alcohol. The wines are produced in collaboration with an innovative premium estate located in Friuli Venezia Giulia, an extremely diverse region in the northeast of Italy between the Alps and the Adriatic, bordering Austria and Slovenia. Cølibrì wines are crafted from top quality grapes that embody the local terroir and reflect the tradition of the territory. To make sure that the wines preserve their natural character and aromas, the dealcoholization process is carried out with membrane technique. This gentle method of dealcoholization ensures respect for the color and structure of the wine, as well as an highly-precise end result which doesn't require any oxygen enrichment nor filtration.
CØLIBRÌ
free FROM ALCOHOL
ITALY
In 1999, Mirco and Gloria Gottardi decided to the plant their dreams, which brought to life an abandoned land on the Bassano hillside, where more than 60,000 vines and 1,000 olive trees found the perfect conditions to grow vigorous. The bond with nature, and its continuous becoming, inspired the rediscovery and the enhancement of the territory through its fruits and motivated the willingness to communicate it to the world through wine. Contrà Soarda rises on a unique environment, related to volcanic soil, to the constant sun exposure, to the temperature fluctuation phenomenon originated by the cold northern winds coming from Valsugana Valley. The respect, the interaction and the enhancement of the peculiarities of the soil, the microclimate, and the exposition reveals themselves as the fundamental variables of an authentic viticulture and its identity.
CONTRA'
SOARDA
germany
Balthasar Ress is a family-owned wine estate founded 1870 in Hattenheim, Rheingau. Thanks to the fast developments brought by the fourth and fifth generation, with Mr Stefan and Christian Ress, the estate is today one of the leading wineries in the region and in Germany, and VDP member since 1989. Balthasar Ress wines reflect what the different soil types, microclimate and winemaking philosophy: wines with character and potential. Since 2010, the estate have slowly and continuously approached the organic viticulture, which made them today the biggest organic certified estate in the region of Hessen. Passion, creativity, attractive marketing, innovative concepts, willingness to challenge are the basis behind this amazing reality. "Mediocrity sucks" (C.R.)
BALTHASAR
RESS
Piper Sonoma was founded in 1980 by the Marquis d’Aulan, whose family has been linked for generations with Champagne and Premium wines. For nearly 40 years, they’ve been handcrafting sparkling wines using Méthode Traditionnelle, the same technique used to craft the best Champagnes, but with a personality that is pure Sonoma. Sonoma is a place where tradition and modernity come together to create something truly unique. Here creativity and individuality can run rampant, tempered only by an ingrained respect for the land and community. Bring a little Sonoma into your life. Seek beauty, stay humble, and make time to celebrate every occasion by raising a glass with the people who warm your heart. Sonoma isn’t just a place or a terroir, it’s a way of life: here we live close to the land and to one another.
CALIFORNIA
MICHAEL MONDAVI
PIPER
SONOMA
MICHAEL MONDAVI
SILVER
HEIGHTS
Nestled in the foothills of the Helan Mountains in Ningxia, China, Silver Heights is a beacon of excellence in the world of biodynamic winemaking. Founded in 2007 by Emma Gao, a visionary winemaker and trailblazer, Silver Heights has gained international acclaim for its exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. Emma Gao, who trained in Bordeaux and holds a degree in oenology, brings a deep understanding of traditional winemaking techniques and a commitment to innovation. Her passion and expertise have positioned Silver Heights as one of China’s most celebrated wineries, with accolades from wine critics from around the globe.From their iconic blends, such as “The Summit” and “Family Reserve,” to the exquisite purity of their single varietal wines, every bottle of Silver Heights tells a story of craftsmanship, dedication, and the pursuit of perfection.
CHINA
SPAIN
ALONSO
DEL YERRO
Alonso del Yerro is a rising star in Ribera del Duero, Spain. The winery tells the story of the family, their passion for wine, and the pursuit of a dream: to create the best wines in the region. The family-owned estate was founded in 2002 by Maria del Yerro and her husband Javier with a 26-hectares Tempranillo vineyards in Finca Santa Maria in Roa (Burgos). Later on, the winery also acquired a vineyard site in the Toro denomination, with ungrfated rootstock vines planted between 1930 and 1988. Each one of the estate's plots is named after the family’s 5 children: Santa Marta, Quinto de Pedro, Pago de los Mayores (Miguel, María, Fátima) and Viña Montserrat, in honor to Javier's mother. Alonso del Yerro winery strives to reach excellence through the valorization of the natural resources of the area, in particular, the soil: through the experienced advice of pioneers like Stéphane Derenoncourt and Claude Bourguignon, Alonso del Yerro gathered a better understanding of the territory and implemented meticulous processes to preserve its personality and express it through its wines. The team’s great care and attention to detail, as well as the continental climate of the area and overall unique terroir of the Ribera del Duero, allows Alonso del Yerro to produce highly emotional, balanced and powerful Tempranillos.
FRÉDÉRIC
LEVANT
FRANCE
Frédéric Levant Premium Champagne range took inspiration from the elegance and extravagance of the peacock, an animal that for hundreds of years has been honoured for its beauty and symbolism. His life of majesty, luck, strength, and charisma is reflected in various mythological stories and tales, which have influenced numerous symbols of divinity and royalty, trust, and immortality. If you are someone with an innate desire to lead an extraordinary life and can settle for nothing less, these wines will be simply the perfect love match. People who have the peacock as their spirit animal are the ones that will fight to achieve their dreams, who don’t shy away from hard work, and who believe in earning what they deserve. In the same way, Frédéric Levant Champagnes are created without compromises with the goal of achieving the very best quality. They are produced with the finest grapes harvested in the villages of Pouillon and Tringny and crafted by the hands of a talented vigneron.
Steeped in tradition and guided by passion, this storied winery represents eight generations of winemaking excellence in one of Germany’s most revered wine regions: the Mosel. The estate’s philosophy is rooted in respect for nature, dedication to quality, and an unwavering commitment to authenticity. The Mosel’s steep slate slopes and cool climate create the perfect terroir for cultivating world-class Rieslings. From the meticulous care invested in every vineyard to the thoughtful practices employed in the cellar, each step is informed by a proud family heritage. J.W. Huesgen wines are celebrated for their vibrant fruit aromas, refreshing minerality, and nuanced elegance - hallmarks that capture the soul of the Mosel. Connoisseurs and newcomers alike can appreciate these refined expressions of taste, heritage, and authentic craftsmanship.
J.W. HUESGEN
GERMANY
AUSTRIA &
EASTERN EUROPE
The noble Almásy family has been residing in Bernstein castle since 1892. The family has a history of adventurers, discoverers and grand hosts. Family member László Almásy, a renowned explorer of his time achieved world fame through being the main character in the book and movie „The English Patient“. The Almásy family together with wine expert Sarah Heller MW curated a collection of outstanding wines from Austria and neighbouring countries, which once belonged together. The collection reimagines the wine cellar that might have greeted guests to Bernstein Castle had the territory never been divided. It includes regional classics like bright, bracing Grüner Veltliner and juicy Zweigelt, Tokaj grapes and much more!
ALMASY
