Lamé Delisle Boucard Bourgueil Cuvée Déchainée skincontactPairs with: Cheeseburger Good for: Autumn cook out Grape: Cabernet Franc I am from: Bourgueil, Loire valley, France The Story: Philippe Boucard and his wife Patricia and sister Stephanie are just the three most public members of an extended family that farms one of the most extensive domains in Bourgueil. The domaine was founded in 1869, boasting 5 generations of winegrowers, with a sixth waiting in the wings. The family first bottled their wine for
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The Story: Set amongst the north eastern hills of Montalcino the imposing structure of the 15th century Palazzo Altesi overlooks the Altesino estate
the celebrated Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard has gravelly loam soils with high mineral content derived from sedimentary deposits of the volcanic Mayacamas Mountains and the alluvial fan of the Napa River
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Grape: A classic Bolgheri blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
Spanish law dictates the wine must age for a minimum of three full years before release
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