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Bodegas Naia Las Brisas Rueda 2011
89 Points - International Wine Cellar, September 2012
"(50% verdejo, 30% viura and 20% sauvignon blanc): Pale gold. Bright citrus and mineral aromas, plus a hint of quince. Smooth and silky on the palate, offering lively orchard fruit and tangerine flavors and a hint of ginger. Finishes with good tangy bite and a suggestion of pear nectar." -Josh Raynolds
"(50% verdejo, 30% viura and 20% sauvignon blanc): Pale gold. Bright citrus and mineral aromas, plus a hint of quince. Smooth and silky on the palate, offering lively orchard fruit and tangerine flavors and a hint of ginger. Finishes with good tangy bite and a suggestion of pear nectar." -Josh Raynolds
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Shaya Verdejo Old Vines Rueda 2011
90 Points - International Wine Cellar, September 2012
"(80% raised in stainless steel, the rest in large French oak casks): Pale gold. Musky pear and pit fruit aromas are complicated by suggestions of honey, minerals and anise. Shows a suave blend of richness and vivacity, with a note of bitter lemon pith accenting deeply pitched orchard fruit flavors. Shapely and supple in texture, finishing with noteworthy length." -Josh Raynolds
"(80% raised in stainless steel, the rest in large French oak casks): Pale gold. Musky pear and pit fruit aromas are complicated by suggestions of honey, minerals and anise. Shows a suave blend of richness and vivacity, with a note of bitter lemon pith accenting deeply pitched orchard fruit flavors. Shapely and supple in texture, finishing with noteworthy length." -Josh Raynolds
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Pazos del Rey Sila Mencia Monterrei 2010
90 Points - International Wine Cellar, September 2012
"(fermented in stainless steel and raised in a combination of new and 2-year-old French oak barrels): Bright violet color. Aromas of cassis, black raspberry, licorice and black cardamom are complicated by cracked pepper and herbal nuances. Suave on entry, then tighter in the middle, with good lift to the flavors of red berry, violet and minerals. Finishes with gentle tannic grip and very good spicy persistence." -Josh Raynolds
"(fermented in stainless steel and raised in a combination of new and 2-year-old French oak barrels): Bright violet color. Aromas of cassis, black raspberry, licorice and black cardamom are complicated by cracked pepper and herbal nuances. Suave on entry, then tighter in the middle, with good lift to the flavors of red berry, violet and minerals. Finishes with gentle tannic grip and very good spicy persistence." -Josh Raynolds
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Bodegas La Cana Albarino 2011
91 Points - International Wine Cellar, September 2012
"Light yellow. Explosive aromas of tangerine, melon, peach pit and white flowers, with an exotic note of lemongrass emerging with air. Dry and nervy on the palate, offering lively citrus fruit and honeydew flavors and a bracing mineral quality. Shows impressive energy on the finish, which features chalky mineral and spice qualities." -Josh Raynolds
"The grapes for this wine come from 11.5 Ha of vineyards (5.2 Ha are estate owned and 6.3 Ha are owned by local growers) divided amongst 12 parcels located in Sisan Ribadumia in the Salnes Valley, the most northern part of the Rias Baixas very near the Atlantic ocean. The vines were planted in 1966 in the pergola system, traditional for this area. The soils are very sandy and have a high acidity due to their proximity to the ocean. Yields are 4.5 T/Ha. The wine is partially barrel fermented and all of the wine rests sur lie." -The Importer
"Light yellow. Explosive aromas of tangerine, melon, peach pit and white flowers, with an exotic note of lemongrass emerging with air. Dry and nervy on the palate, offering lively citrus fruit and honeydew flavors and a bracing mineral quality. Shows impressive energy on the finish, which features chalky mineral and spice qualities." -Josh Raynolds
"The grapes for this wine come from 11.5 Ha of vineyards (5.2 Ha are estate owned and 6.3 Ha are owned by local growers) divided amongst 12 parcels located in Sisan Ribadumia in the Salnes Valley, the most northern part of the Rias Baixas very near the Atlantic ocean. The vines were planted in 1966 in the pergola system, traditional for this area. The soils are very sandy and have a high acidity due to their proximity to the ocean. Yields are 4.5 T/Ha. The wine is partially barrel fermented and all of the wine rests sur lie." -The Importer
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Bodegas Ordonez Nisia Verdejo Old Vines 2011
91 Points - Wine Advocate, October 2012
"The 2011 Nisia is made from 100% old vine Verdejo (the youngest vines were planted in 1942, and others are nearly 100 years of age). The wine is aged sur-lie, and fermented in both stainless steel and large format French oak. It is undeniably one of the finest Verdejos I have ever tasted. Yields were less than three tons of fruit per hectare, which is noticeable in the wine’s old vine intensity. Notions of caramelized white citrus and tropical fruit blossoms along with a naked, natural texture as well as finish make for a terrific dry white with loads of personality and complexity. This beauty sells for an absurdly low price. Enjoy it over the next year." -Robert Parker
90 Points - International Wine Cellar, September 2012
"(aged on its lees in stainless steel tanks and large French oak casks): Pale gold. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes pear, melon, anise, pungent flowers and candied ginger, with a stony nuance adding vivacity. Sappy and focused, offering taut orchard fruit and citrus zest flavors and notes of honeydew and herbs. Finishes with firm grip and very good clarity, leaving anise and floral notes behind." -Josh Raynolds
"Produced from 50 year old vines, this organic wine features a hint of white peach on the nose and follows through with ripe and abundant fruit that never wavers from its clearly dry style. The rich, mouth-filling texture is a smile-inducing bonus. With a clean, refreshing and complete finish this is a perfect summer white at a great price. Think of a Very Good Sauvignon Blanc but with distinct notes of Apricot." -The Importer
"The 2011 Nisia is made from 100% old vine Verdejo (the youngest vines were planted in 1942, and others are nearly 100 years of age). The wine is aged sur-lie, and fermented in both stainless steel and large format French oak. It is undeniably one of the finest Verdejos I have ever tasted. Yields were less than three tons of fruit per hectare, which is noticeable in the wine’s old vine intensity. Notions of caramelized white citrus and tropical fruit blossoms along with a naked, natural texture as well as finish make for a terrific dry white with loads of personality and complexity. This beauty sells for an absurdly low price. Enjoy it over the next year." -Robert Parker
90 Points - International Wine Cellar, September 2012
"(aged on its lees in stainless steel tanks and large French oak casks): Pale gold. A highly perfumed bouquet evokes pear, melon, anise, pungent flowers and candied ginger, with a stony nuance adding vivacity. Sappy and focused, offering taut orchard fruit and citrus zest flavors and notes of honeydew and herbs. Finishes with firm grip and very good clarity, leaving anise and floral notes behind." -Josh Raynolds
"Produced from 50 year old vines, this organic wine features a hint of white peach on the nose and follows through with ripe and abundant fruit that never wavers from its clearly dry style. The rich, mouth-filling texture is a smile-inducing bonus. With a clean, refreshing and complete finish this is a perfect summer white at a great price. Think of a Very Good Sauvignon Blanc but with distinct notes of Apricot." -The Importer
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Martin Codax Albarino
"Has an attractive straw-greenish yellow color, with ripe lemon nuances. Bright and slightly sparkling. Stands out for its special intensity and elegance, its aroma reminiscent of damp, dewy fresh herbs with a perfume of semi-ripe apples. A fine sparkling sensation on the palate, with a complexity of tastes denoting the freshness of vegetation in the valley and the essence of the variety. Persistent, full-bodied and tasty … a classic." -The Winery
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Las Brisas Olive Oil
We think this is the best Olive oil on the market. It is under 0.4% total acidity and extra virgin, and unfiltered. The best description is "liquid butter".
Notes from the producer: The bright green gold color and the bold fruit aromas reflect the much sought after qualities of the premium olive variety, Arbequina. Las Brisas olive oil is produced from this single variety which is grown in the arid Mediterranean climate of Jumilla. Distinctive fruit flavors are balanced on the palate with a very soft rich lingering finish.
Notes from the producer: The bright green gold color and the bold fruit aromas reflect the much sought after qualities of the premium olive variety, Arbequina. Las Brisas olive oil is produced from this single variety which is grown in the arid Mediterranean climate of Jumilla. Distinctive fruit flavors are balanced on the palate with a very soft rich lingering finish.
Our price: $22.99
Nora da Neve Albarino 2009
92 Points - International Wine Cellar, September/October 2011
"Pale yellow. High-pitched and more citrus-driven than the 2008, offering vibrant lemon, lime, green apple and spice scents, with the oak far in the background. Spicy and pure, with incisive orchard and citrus fruit flavors that stain the palate. Becomes spicier with air and finishes with suave floral and mineral qualities and outstanding persistence." -Stephen Tanzer
91 Points - Wine Advocate, June 2011
"The grapes for the 2009 Nora da Neve were sourced from a single 4.4 acre vineyard and fermented and aged for 7 months in French oak, 50% new. Light gold in color from the oak aging, it offers up a toasty mineral, peach, and apricot bouquet. In the glass it opens to reveal a round texture, savory stone fruit flavors, excellent ripeness, and a lengthy finish. Drink this pleasure-bent offering over the next 3-4 years." -Jay Miller
"Pale yellow. High-pitched and more citrus-driven than the 2008, offering vibrant lemon, lime, green apple and spice scents, with the oak far in the background. Spicy and pure, with incisive orchard and citrus fruit flavors that stain the palate. Becomes spicier with air and finishes with suave floral and mineral qualities and outstanding persistence." -Stephen Tanzer
91 Points - Wine Advocate, June 2011
"The grapes for the 2009 Nora da Neve were sourced from a single 4.4 acre vineyard and fermented and aged for 7 months in French oak, 50% new. Light gold in color from the oak aging, it offers up a toasty mineral, peach, and apricot bouquet. In the glass it opens to reveal a round texture, savory stone fruit flavors, excellent ripeness, and a lengthy finish. Drink this pleasure-bent offering over the next 3-4 years." -Jay Miller
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Bodegas Avanthia Godello Valdeorras 2011
91 Points - International Wine Cellar, September 2012
"(barrel fermented in large French oak and then aged in the casks for a further seven months): Pale gold. High-pitched aromas of candied orange, honeysuckle, minerals and candied ginger, along with an exotic note of curry powder. Bright, focused and concentrated, showing impressive clarity to its chalk-accented orange zest, vanilla and quince flavors. A note of toasty lees builds with air and adds depth to the long, incisive, mineral-dominated finish." -Josh Raynolds
90 Points - Wine Advocate, October 2012
"For starters, I tasted two vintages of the Avanthia Godello, which is 100% Godello from a vineyard planted in 1975 at a whopping 450-meter altitude. The wine is barrel-fermented and aged in 600-liter French demi-muids prior to being bottled. (I actually purchased three cases of the 2010, and I’m down to my last five or six bottles after regularly drinking this wine over the last few months.) Just hitting the market, the 2011 is a more restrained, mineral-dominated wine with hints of crushed rock, white citrus, apple blossoms and caramelized lemons and limes. It is more medium-bodied in 2011 and not quite as full as the 2010, but because of that, many people might like it even more, thanks to the beautifully fruited and natural feel to this wine." -Robert Parker
"(barrel fermented in large French oak and then aged in the casks for a further seven months): Pale gold. High-pitched aromas of candied orange, honeysuckle, minerals and candied ginger, along with an exotic note of curry powder. Bright, focused and concentrated, showing impressive clarity to its chalk-accented orange zest, vanilla and quince flavors. A note of toasty lees builds with air and adds depth to the long, incisive, mineral-dominated finish." -Josh Raynolds
90 Points - Wine Advocate, October 2012
"For starters, I tasted two vintages of the Avanthia Godello, which is 100% Godello from a vineyard planted in 1975 at a whopping 450-meter altitude. The wine is barrel-fermented and aged in 600-liter French demi-muids prior to being bottled. (I actually purchased three cases of the 2010, and I’m down to my last five or six bottles after regularly drinking this wine over the last few months.) Just hitting the market, the 2011 is a more restrained, mineral-dominated wine with hints of crushed rock, white citrus, apple blossoms and caramelized lemons and limes. It is more medium-bodied in 2011 and not quite as full as the 2010, but because of that, many people might like it even more, thanks to the beautifully fruited and natural feel to this wine." -Robert Parker
Our price: $29.99
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