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The Next Level - September 2023 - Mixed

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The Next Level - September 2023 - Mixed
Bourgogne Blanc Antoine Jobard
Chénas 'Les Carrières', Domaine Thillardon - Ourglass wine Subscription
Rioja Seleccion '00
Graacher Himmelreich Riesling '20

Discover wine’s possibilities

“Wine is the divine juice of September.” — Voltaire

As the autumn weather eschews predictability and vignerons attend to their fields at the culminating moment of harvest, we toast to the season's transitions.

This month’s selections feature producers such as Bodegas Benito Urbina and Domaine Luneau-Papin whose families have been crafting wine for generations and whose lives call for attentive watch and meticulous adaptation to their living vineyards.

Cheers, to unearthing wine discoveries.

MJ

P.S. We were honoured to be shortlisted for the Decanter 2023 UK Retailer awards, so it was a wonderful surprise to be awarded Best wine Subscription Club by the most respected voice in the industry. It’s a testament to our team, its grit and ingenuity, but ultimately our members make everything possible. We love that you’re sharing your wine adventure with us. - Ben, CEO & Founder


P.P.S. Check the Ourglass Italy guide, new on the blog, where you’ll find answers to la vita dolce con vino questions.

Antoine Jobard

Bourgogne Blanc

Antoine Jobard farms organically in Meursault’s most respected parcels, crafting tense, slow-release white Burgundy with signature detail.
Bourgogne Blanc

Pair with the savoury flavours of baked fish, herb stuffed chicken, or pommes frites with classic aioli.

Expect rich buttery notes, orchard fruits, and minerality.

Bourgogne Blanc details

  • Year 2019
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type White
  • Winery Antoine Jobard
  • Grapes Chardonnay
  • Country France
  • Region Burgundy
  • Alcohol Content 13%
  • Allergens Contains sulfites
Domaine Thillardon

Chénas 'Les Carrières'

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Chénas 'Les Carrières'

Serve with charcuterie and white rind cheeses like brie or camembert. Or poured over strawberries.

Expect red fruit, black fruit, and earth.

Chénas 'Les Carrières' details

  • Year 2020
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type Red
  • Winery Domaine Thillardon
  • Grapes Gamay
  • Country France
  • Region Beaujolais
  • Alcohol Content 11.5%
  • Allergens Contains sulfites
Bodegas Benito Urbina

Rioja Seleccion '00

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Rioja Seleccion '00

Enjoy this elegant wine with rich Mexican chicken mole, West African peanut stew, or chorizo tapas.

Expect spice, vanilla, damson, and rich freshness.

Rioja Seleccion '00 details

  • Year 2000
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type Red
  • Winery Bodegas Benito Urbina
  • Grapes Tempranillo
  • Country Spain
  • Region Rioja
  • Allergens Contains Sulfites
Willi Schaefer

Graacher Himmelreich Riesling '20

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Graacher Himmelreich Riesling '20

Great accompaniment to spicy Thai, Vietnamese, Mexican, and Indian dishes. Or serve with a pudding like apple strudel.

Expect citrus, orchard fruits, and minerality.

Graacher Himmelreich Riesling '20 details

  • Year 2020
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type White
  • Winery Willi Schaefer
  • Grapes Riesling
  • Country Germany
  • Region Mosel
  • Allergens Contains Sulfites