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The Next Level - June 2023 - Mixed

Welcome to our tasting experience.

The Next Level - June 2023 - White
Boca '13
Artefact Blanco '21
El Esquilon '19
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
Finca de la Venta Don Quijote

Artefact Blanco '21

Run by winemaker José Fernando, Bodega Finca Venta de Don Quijote is a family run winery with deep roots in the winemaking traditions of the region.
Artefact Blanco '21

Serve as an aperitif or with seafood small dishes (try these Polpo recipes).

Expect stone fruit, tropical fruits and herbal freshness on the finish.

Artefact Blanco '21 details

  • Year 2021
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type White
  • Winery Finca de la Venta Don Quijote
  • Grapes Verdejo
  • Country Spain
  • Region Castilla-la-Mancha
  • Allergens Contains Sulfites
Suertes del Marqués

El Esquilon '19

This small family winery practises traditional vine training methods to preserve the centuries old wine-making heritage of the Canary Islands.
El Esquilon '19

Pair with Chilean pebre salsa atop grilled fish, tomato bisque, fresh strawberries with cream, and a sense of adventure.

Expect cherry, pepper, and smoke

El Esquilon '19 details

  • Year 2019
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type Red
  • Winery Suertes del Marqués
  • Grapes Listan Negro
  • Country Spain
  • Region Canary Islands
  • Alcohol Content 14%
  • 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