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The First Time - June 2023 - Red

Welcome to our tasting experience.

The First Time - June 2023 - Red
Boca '13
Les Barnabes 2020
Anel Reserva '20

Discover wine’s possibilities

‘I think having land and not ruining it is the most beautiful art that anybody could ever want.’ – Andy Warhol

At Ourglass, we’re inspired by independent winemakers who care for their vines and fruit so as to best capture a unique place and time.

This month, we are excited to bring you beautiful bottles from much loved producers like Envinate, enologist friends reviving the lost grapes of Spain; and also to introduce you to new producers such as Marcio Lopez, whose small yield Portuguese wines exude authenticity, with minimal intervention in vineyard and cellar.

With each bottle and every sip, we hope our wines take you somewhere. Whether a carefully tended vineyard, a table of friends and revelry, or simply a quiet moment of reflection.

Expert tip: Cellar temperature is cooler than our homes and closer to the winemaker’s intent so don’t be afraid to put even a rich red in the fridge for a few mins to freshen up and focus its flavour profile. For more detail on serving temperatures, check out the link.

Cheers.


David Carlone

Boca '13

Davide Carlone’s winemaking roots go back to the 1880s, tho he has led production since 1989 of this 3.5ha plot in Boca DOC, Alto Piemonte.
Boca '13

Serve with Italian style sausages and stews (like this sausage and fennel ragu with cheesy polenta) or cep risotto.

Expect cherry, violet, and oak.

Boca '13 details

  • Year 2013
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type Red
  • Winery David Carlone
  • Grapes Nebbiolo, Bonarda Novarese, Vespolina and Uva Rara
  • Country Italy
  • Region Piemonte
  • Allergens Contains Sulfites
Olga Raffault

Les Barnabes '20

The 24ha Olga Raffault domaine is often regarded as the benchmark for traditionally produced Chinon wines of exceptional quality.
Les Barnabes '20

Pair with pappardelle with rose harissa, black olives, and capers, smoked charcuterie, or a handful of raisins.

Expect red fruit, earthiness, and pepper.

Les Barnabes '20 details

  • Year 2020
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type Red
  • Winery Olga Raffault
  • Grapes Cabernet Franc
  • Country France
  • Region Chinon
  • Alcohol Content 12.5%
  • Allergens Contains Sulfites
Márcio Lopes

Anel Reserva '20

Márcio Lopes, a highly regarded Portuguese winemaker, is known for his meticulous attention to detail and focus on sustainable viticulture practices.
Anel Reserva '20

Pair with francesinha (Portuguese smoked meat sandwich), Baingan Bharta curry, or BBQ flavour crisps.

Expect dark fruit, spice, and earth.

Anel Reserva '20 details

  • Year 2020
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type Red
  • Winery Márcio Lopes
  • Grapes Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional
  • Country Portugal
  • Region Douro Valley
  • Allergens Contains Sulfites