We are really pleased to announce that we have added a new Barolo producer to the range of growers with whom we work, namely Francesco Rinaldi & Figli. Please see Simon's offer, below.
This estate, founded in 1870, is run today by Paola and Piera Rinaldi and extends over ten hectares; 80% of the vineyards lie within ...
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Having just recently returned from a week visiting producers in Piemonte, we will shortly be releasing our vintage overview of the impressive 2015 vintage, listing the growers with whom we work and all the wines we will be offering. Unlike a number of other regions, most Barolo and Barbaresco producers do not release their wines in concert. Inst...
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While Chenin Blanc is the most planted variety in South Africa, it still too often accounts for high volume, commercial production wines lacking individuality or character. Consequently, it is also the variety that is being pulled up at the fastest rate. Nevertheless, the quality potential is high as long as the site is appropriate.&...
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Atlas, we have championed the remarkable turnaround that has taken place at Château Les Carmes Haut Brion since it was acquired by Patrice Pichet in 2010. The vineyards were once part of the First Growth Château Haut-Brion when it was owned by Jean de Pontac. The story has it that, as de Pontac approached the end of his life,&n...
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We continue to champion numerous grower Champagnes at Atlas. Why? Simply put, they can offer exceptional quality at lower prices than the branded Champagnes from larger-scaled houses. There is a need to be selective, but it is still possible to access vintage Champagnes from individual Cru solely from Grand Cru classified vineyards via smaller s...
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You may already know that Simon has long been fascinated with the wines of Barolo and Barbaresco; in part due to the proliferation of different styles of Nebbiolo from specific sub-regions and vineyards, and in part due to the fact that it still offers the wine buyer the opportunity to explore, discover and find considerable value. Nothing is mo...
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