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The Traveller - September 2023 - Mixed

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The Traveller - September 2023 - Mixed
Domaine Duroche Gevrey Chambertin
Nieder-Hilbersheim Steinacker Riesling Trocken '19
Rioja Seleccion '00
Barolo 'La Morra'
RedRall Wines
Bourgogne Blanc Antoine Jobard

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.

Domaine Duroché

Domaine Duroche Gevrey Chambertin '19

Fifth generation winemaker Pierre Duroché has shot his family domaine into the limelight with his obsession for viti and vinicultural techniques that produce an exacting expression of coveted Gevrey-Chambertin terroir.
Domaine Duroche Gevrey Chambertin '19

Serve with a classic beef bourguignon, grilled earthy mushrooms and asparagus, or a Five Guys.

Expect cherry, earth, and oak.

Domaine Duroche Gevrey Chambertin '19 details

  • Year 2019
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type Red
  • Winery Domaine Duroché
  • Grapes Pinot Noir
  • Country France
  • Region Bourgogne
  • Alcohol Content 13.5%
  • Allergens Contains Sulfites
Weingut Knewitz

Nieder-Hilbersheim Steinacker Riesling Trocken '19

The Knewitz family has crafted wines since the 19th century, and in the iconic vineyards of Rheinhessen for over 40yrs.
Nieder-Hilbersheim Steinacker Riesling Trocken '19

Serve with smoked salmon or cured fish, roasted pork belly, or pickled garden vegetables.

Expect yellow fruits, smoke, and herbs. Enjoy now or cellar until 2030.

Nieder-Hilbersheim Steinacker Riesling Trocken '19 details

  • Year 2019
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type White
  • Winery Weingut Knewitz
  • Grapes Riesling
  • Country Germany
  • Region Rheinhessen
  • Alcohol Content 12.5%
  • 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
Trediberri

Barolo 'La Morra' 2018

Trediberri, meaning ‘the three from Berri’, is run by father and son Federico and Nicola Oberto with close friend Vladimiro.
Barolo 'La Morra' 2018

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

Expect intense, vibrant wines with gentle sweetness and refreshing structure.

Barolo 'La Morra' 2018 details

  • Year 2018
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type Red
  • Winery Trediberri
  • Grapes Nebbiolo
  • Country Italy
  • Region Piemonte
  • Allergens Contains Sulfites
Rall Wines

Red, Rall

Donovan Rall is one of South Africa’s most exciting wine producers.
Red, Rall

Works well with meat like a griddled steak or scallops in garlic butter.

Expect black berry fruits, mint, leather, and a fresh finish.

Red, Rall details

  • Year 2019
  • Bottle Size 750ml
  • Type Red
  • Winery Rall Wines
  • Grapes Syrah 70% Grenache 12% Carignan 10% Cinsault 8%
  • Country South-africa
  • Region Swartland
  • Alcohol Content 13.5%
  • Allergens Contains Sulfites
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