• Estate and name of the wine: Alba de Luces, Crianza

• Appellation: Rioja (DOC)

• Region: Spain, Rioja

• Grape varieties: Tempranillo, Garnacha (Grenache)

Intense ruby red color with garnet highlights.

Brilliant dress with beautiful color intensity

On the nose, the wine reveals a beautiful aromatic intensity. Notes of ripe red fruits mingle with aromas of dried herbs and sweet spices. A touch of subtle oak and a hint of vanilla add complexity to the overall wine.

On the palate, the attack is supple and generous. The wine reveals itself with a beautiful structure and a well-controlled balance.

• Body: Structured (4/6)
• Tannins: Smooth (4/6)
• Sugar: Dry (1/6)
• Acidity: Soft (4/6)
• Alcohol: Warm - 13% (4/6)
• Length in the mouth: Average - (4/6)

The finish is persistent, marked by toasted and slightly spicy nuances.

A distinguished and elegant wine, where aromatic power blends with great finesse. Upon opening, notes of ripe red fruits intertwine with aromas of dried herbs and sweet spices. Barrel aging adds a subtle complexity, somewhere between vanilla and cocoa, without ever overpowering the fruit. On the palate, the structure is balanced, the tannins silky, and the finish beautifully persistent. A versatile wine that will appeal to both lovers of gourmet reds and those seeking depth and character. An ideal companion for grilled meats and Mediterranean dishes.

Try a rack of roast lamb with herbs and creamy polenta .

• Estate and name of the wine: Nero Marone, Primitivo

• Appellation: Puglia (IGT)

• Region: Puglia, Italy

• Grape varieties: Primitivo

Intense ruby red color with garnet highlights, with beautiful depth and brilliance.

On the nose, the wine expresses itself with generosity and intensity. We find aromas of ripe black fruits (black cherry, plum, blackberry), accompanied by spicy notes of pepper and licorice. A touch of cocoa and vanilla enriches the bouquet, testifying to a well-controlled barrel aging.

The attack is ample and velvety, offering a beautiful generosity and a balance between power and roundness.

• Body: Opulent (5/6)
• Tannins: Coated (3/6)
• Sugar: Soft (3/6)
• Acidity: Moderate (3/6)
• Alcohol: Warm - 15% (5/6)
• Length in the mouth: Persistent - 10 sec (5/6)

The finish is long and silky, marked by notes of candied fruit, sweet spices and a hint of chocolate.

A generous Primitivo, typical of Puglia, where the richness of the fruit combines with a beautiful aromatic complexity. The nose reveals an explosion of ripe black fruits, enhanced by spices and elegant woody notes. On the palate, the opulence is very present, with a velvety texture and a beautiful natural sweetness. The well-integrated alcohol brings warmth without excess, while the long and smooth finish leaves a gourmet impression. A charming wine, perfect for lovers of sunny and powerful reds.

Try a chili con carne with mild spices and homemade tortillas .

• Estate and name of the wine: Zantho Eiswein

• Appellation: Burgenland Eiswein

• Region: Austria, Weinland, Burgenland

• Grape varieties: Grüner Veltliner

• Vintage: 2019

• Color: A brilliant gold and white wine with green highlights.

• Color intensity: Beautiful golden shine.

The nose is marked by powerful aromas of peach and fresh pineapple punctuated by subtle notes of honey.

• Body: Framed (4/6)

• Tannins: Absent (0/6)

• Sugar: Liquorous (6/6)

• Acidity: Sharp (5/6)

• Alcohol: Generous - 12% (3/6)

• Length in the mouth: Long - 9-10 sec (5/6)

On the palate, it shows fruitiness mixed with a spicy note supported by a structure of fine acidity. It is very fresh with aromas of green apple and a nice minerality on the finish.

This wine is an ice wine: these over-ripe grapes are harvested after the vines have frozen, pressed while still frozen and then left to ferment. The ultraconcentrated sugar increases further when thawing, and increases the acidity. The result is this wine of incredible sweetness, like honey, astonishing liveliness and tantalizing minerality.

Try a matured rib of beef and rosemary potatoes .