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Monthly Archives: December 2016

Hacienda Monasterio, Ribera del Duero

26 Monday Dec 2016

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Year-in-year out Peter Sisseck and owner Carlos del Rio make one of the most impressive red wines of stature in region of Ribera del Duero. Low yields of 30HL, old vines planted on calcareous soils and elevation of 750 meters, the arid climate with cool nights, help achieve ripeness, intense aromatics, and of course full bodied wines that rank only behind Rioja among consumers’ recognition.

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The Crianza is a blend of 80% Tinta del Pais (aka Tempranillo),Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, that has spend 18 months in oak, of which 30% are new. Always, silky and polished, the 15% ABV is well hidden behind the fresh and mineral aromas with
licorice notes and currants. The signature notes of red wines from this region.

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This wine is often recognized among the finest values in the region, and accolades abound from the world’s leading palettes:

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Luis Gutierrez for Robert Parker “This could very well be the best crianza ever produced at Monasterio. This has to be one of the bargains of the vintage in Ribera, given the quality it delivers.” RP 94

Josh Raynolds for Vinous “Concentrated yet vibrant and precise, finishing with excellent clarity, velvety tannins and excellent tenacity.” Vinous 93

Jancis Robinson “Superbly charged with juicy black fruit. It combines richness and elegance on the back palate. Quite impressive.” 17/20

Domaine Claude Riffault, geological Sancerre

19 Monday Dec 2016

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claude riffault, loire, sancerre, Sauvignon Blanc

The estate covers 13.5-hectares of vineyard with 10.5 hectares planted with Sauvignon Blanc and the rest with Pinot Noir. Vines are awaiting organic certification and vineyards spread across 6 locations in the north of Sancerre, all with their unique geological feature.

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The grapes are harvested and vinified, as well as aged separately in used barrels, with Boucards and Les Chasseignes undergoing 50% oak treatment.

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According to Stephane, Les Chasseignes are common-place in the Sancerre appellation. The local name designates Caillottes soil: shallow limestone soil and subsoil containing overlapping stones. The vines are south-east exposed and receive the sun and wind from morning to evening, therefore quite full bodied and powerful in 2015.

We urge you to try with a grilled fish, and savor the flinty pure character of Sauvignon Blanc from France’s iconic appellation.

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14 Wednesday Dec 2016

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casa pagoda, christmas, luka cafe, quince eatery & bar, wine garage

Wine Garage and friends, or say neighbors in Sukhumvit  Soi 45, have prepared some interesting food and non-food items for gift giving season. Please browse through the 3 different sizes of hampers filled with home-made products from Quince Eatery & Bar, Casa Pagoda, Luka Cafe and Malou Tea.

SMALL – thb 3,300

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Petite Casa Pagoda metal wire basket designed by Japanese brand Puebco

Two Casa Pagoda Christmas ornaments for the tree

Small Casa Pagoda reindeer candle holder (10 cm) ancient gold color

Casa Pagoda aromatic candle Fig & Cypress

Artisanal Malou Tea: – can choose from 5 (Sri Lanka Breakfast, The Earl, Green Tea Spearmint, Roiboos Rose Lavender, White tea Silver Tips)

Luka handmade gingerbread man cookies

Half bottle red wine Niepoort Redoma Tinto 2011 from Duoro in Portugal

MEDIUM – thb 4,200

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Casa Pagoda market basket designed by Japanese brand Puebco

Two Casa Pagoda Christmas ornaments for the tree

Small Casa Pagoda reindeer candle holder (10 cm) ancient gold color

Casa Pagoda aromatic candle Fig & Cypress

Casa Pagoda Copper Cocktail Mug

Artisanal Malou Tea:  – can choose from 5 (Sri Lanka Breakfast, The Earl, Green Tea Spearmint, Roiboos Rose Lavender, White tea Silver Tips)

Quince Rosemary & Sesame crackers

Quince Greek olives

Luka handmade gingerbread man cookies

Red wine Chateau La Mothe du Barry Bordeaux Superieur 2014

LARGE – thb 6,500

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Handy Casa Pagoda market basket designed by Japanese brand Puebco

Two Casa Pagoda Christmas ornaments for the tree

Set of 2 Casa Pagoda reindeer candle holders (10 & 16 cm) ancient gold color

Casa Pagoda aromatic candle Fig & Cypress

Casa Pagoda Copper Cocktail Mug

Two artisanal Malou Teas: – can choose from 5 (Sri Lanka Breakfast, The Earl, Green Tea Spearmint, Roiboos Rose Lavender, White tea Silver Tips)

Quince Rosemary & Sesame crackers

Quince Greek olives

Luka handmade gingerbread man cookies

One bottle sparkling Drusian Prosecco Superiore & off dry white wine Pinon Vouvray Moelleux La Lune

For interest please email us: order@winegarage.asia

Alpamanta, not just another Malbec

02 Friday Dec 2016

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Half Dane-Half Austrian Andrej Razumovsky and his partners planted a new vineyard in Mendoza’s prime area of Luyan de Cuyo around 2005. They selected a patch of land that never was worked on before, with the aim to establish the first biodynamic vineyard in Argentina.

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The reds from these high altitude vineyards – 1,000 meters and more – often get long and intense sun hours, giving rise to potent wines. So it was the more surprising to taste through Alpamanta’s lineup, only to find beautiful perfume, but more importantly texture and balance holding up the intense flavors.

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The adhered methods in the vineyard and cellar follow Rudolf Steiner’s biodynamic principles and define this style of wine. Try it and let us know if it’s to your liking. 36,000 bottles produced.

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