fruit-forward bottlings that set a new bar for excellence
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A lingering cranberry tartness provides a refreshing lift to the forest-floor finish
They are a cooperative cellar built on a human scale (a dozen winemakers produce 80% of the wines) whose ambition is to give birth to pleasurable wines with strong character
Domaine Lombard, Azelee 2022, IGP de la Drome occasion-steak-night fruit-forward bottlings that set aThis is the wine you pour when dinner is Moroccan spiced, your playlist is on shuffle, and the vibe is loose but curated. Its juicy, fun, and just wild enough to make things interesting. Tasting Notes: A blend of 90% Syrah and 10% Viognier, Azale 2020 pours deep and dark with purple reflections. The nose is vivid and expressive, opening with wild strawberries, blueberries, and red currants, followed by intriguing notes of licorice, toasted cashew, and