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Masi Serego Alighieri “Possessioni” Bianco Veneto IGT

Grape Varietals

• Garganega
• Sauvignon Blanc

Location

Country: Italy
Region: Veneto
Appellation: Veneto IGT

Cellaring

Drink now through 2028.

This white is crafted to showcase freshness and aromatic complexity. While enjoyable immediately, several years of bottle age will allow additional texture and subtle honeyed notes to develop.

Tasting Notes

Possessioni Bianco offers an elegant marriage between Veneto’s traditional Garganega and the bright aromatics of Sauvignon Blanc. Aromas of white peach, ripe pear, citrus blossom and golden apple mingle with fresh herbs, elderflower and hints of almond. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with refreshing acidity and a silky texture. Flavors of lemon zest, stone fruit and subtle minerality lead into a clean, lingering finish accented by delicate floral notes. The combination of freshness and texture makes this an exceptionally versatile white.

Food Pairings

Excellent alongside grilled sea bass, halibut, shrimp risotto, roast chicken, fresh pasta with herbs, asparagus and creamy goat cheese. It also pairs beautifully with Venetian seafood dishes, shellfish, vegetable risottos and lighter Mediterranean cuisine. Its bright acidity allows it to complement richer cream sauces without overwhelming delicate flavors.

Producer

Masi is one of Italy’s most celebrated historic wineries, with a winemaking legacy stretching back more than 250 years. Through its partnership with the Serego Alighieri family—direct descendants of the poet Dante Alighieri—the winery farms the historic Possessioni estate in Veneto using centuries-old traditions alongside modern viticulture. Masi is internationally recognized for elevating Amarone and for preserving many of the Veneto region’s traditional grape varieties and winemaking techniques. The Possessioni wines reflect both this remarkable heritage and a commitment to elegance and balance.

2022 Reyneke Organic White

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Grape Varietals

• 100% Chenin Blanc

Location

Country: South Africa
Region: Western Cape
District: Stellenbosch

Cellaring

Drink now through 2030.

Already vibrant and expressive, this Chenin Blanc possesses the concentration and acidity to evolve beautifully over six to eight years, gradually developing notes of honey, lanolin and toasted nuts.

Tasting Notes

The Organic White showcases the freshness and purity for which Reyneke has become internationally respected. Aromas of quince, ripe pear, yellow apple and citrus blossom are joined by hints of chamomile, wet stone and beeswax. The palate is vibrant yet textured, balancing bright acidity with impressive concentration. Flavors of lemon curd, white peach, green apple and subtle mineral notes unfold gracefully before finishing with remarkable precision and length. The wine’s natural energy reflects both meticulous farming and minimal intervention in the cellar.

Food Pairings

This Chenin Blanc is wonderfully versatile with seafood, grilled prawns, roast chicken, creamy pasta, sushi and fresh goat cheese. It also pairs beautifully with Thai cuisine, roasted vegetables, pork loin and dishes featuring citrus or herbs. Its combination of freshness and texture makes it equally enjoyable as an aperitif or alongside a full meal.

Producer

Reyneke Wines is internationally regarded as one of South Africa’s leading biodynamic and organic wineries. Located in Stellenbosch, the family estate farms without synthetic pesticides or herbicides, focusing instead on healthy soils, biodiversity and ecological balance. Owner and winemaker Johan Reyneke believes exceptional wine begins in the vineyard, and this philosophy has earned the estate worldwide recognition for producing wines that are both environmentally responsible and expressive of their terroir. Reyneke’s Chenin Blancs are particularly admired for their purity, energy and age-worthiness.

2020 Crama de Matei “Rosturi”

Fetească Neagră • Cabernet Sauvignon • Merlot

Dealu Mare, Romania

Grape Varietals

• Fetească Neagră
• Cabernet Sauvignon
• Merlot

Location

Country: Romania
Region: Dealu Mare DOC

Cellaring

Drink now through 2032.

This blend is entering a wonderful stage of development but still possesses enough structure and concentration to continue evolving for another six to eight years. With age, expect increased notes of leather, dried herbs and cedar alongside softened tannins.

Tasting Notes

“Rosturi,” meaning purpose or meaning in Romanian, is an elegant expression of one of Eastern Europe’s oldest wine cultures. Native Fetească Neagră provides the wine’s signature aromas of black plum, sour cherry, violets and cracked pepper, while Cabernet Sauvignon contributes structure and dark cassis notes, and Merlot adds richness and supple texture. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with polished tannins, balanced acidity and layers of blackberry, dark cherry, cocoa, baking spices and subtle earth. A touch of oak integrates beautifully without overshadowing the fruit, creating a wine that is both approachable and complex.

Food Pairings

This versatile red pairs wonderfully with grilled lamb, herb-roasted pork, beef tenderloin, venison and smoked sausages. It is equally at home alongside mushroom risotto, roasted eggplant, hard cheeses and traditional Romanian dishes featuring paprika, garlic and slow-cooked meats. The wine’s balance also allows it to complement Mediterranean cuisine and charcoal-grilled vegetables.

Producer

Crama de Matei has quickly become one of Romania’s most respected modern wineries, combining contemporary winemaking with a deep respect for indigenous Romanian grape varieties. Located in the prestigious Dealu Mare region—often called the “Bordeaux of Romania”—the estate benefits from warm days, cool evenings and limestone-rich soils that consistently produce wines of concentration and elegance. The Rosturi series celebrates Romanian identity by blending native grapes with internationally recognized varieties, resulting in wines that are distinctly Romanian while remaining accessible to wine lovers around the world.

2022 Château La Nerthe “Les Cassagnes” Rosé

Côtes du Rhône, France

Grape Varietals

• Grenache
• Syrah
• Mourvèdre
• Cinsault

Location

Country: France
Region: Rhône Valley
Appellation: Côtes du Rhône

Cellaring

Drink now through 2026.

Rosé is intended to highlight freshness and vibrant fruit. While it can hold for another year or two, it is best enjoyed young while its bright aromatics and lively acidity remain at their peak.

Tasting Notes

Les Cassagnes Rosé is beautifully Provençal in spirit while retaining the richness characteristic of the Southern Rhône. Delicate aromas of wild strawberry, watermelon, pink grapefruit and white peach are accented by citrus blossom, fresh herbs and subtle minerality. The palate is crisp yet generous, offering flavors of raspberry, blood orange and melon carried by refreshing acidity and a silky texture. The finish is dry, clean and remarkably persistent, making this a rosé that is equally refreshing and gastronomic.

Food Pairings

Perfect with grilled salmon, Niçoise salad, shrimp tacos, Provençal vegetable dishes, charcuterie, goat cheese and Mediterranean seafood. It also complements picnic fare, sushi, grilled chicken, fresh tomatoes and herb-driven summer cuisine. Its freshness makes it an excellent warm-weather aperitif.

Producer

Château La Nerthe is one of the oldest and most historic estates in the Rhône Valley, with a winemaking history dating back to the sixteenth century. Best known for its celebrated Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, the estate has long embraced sustainable farming and meticulous vineyard management. Les Cassagnes reflects the same commitment to quality found in the flagship wines, delivering exceptional balance, freshness and classic Rhône character at an approachable price.

2022 Massolino Dolcetto d’Alba

Piedmont, Italy

Grape Varietals

• 100% Dolcetto

Location

Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont
Appellation: Dolcetto d’Alba DOC

Cellaring

Drink now through 2028.

Dolcetto is traditionally enjoyed in its youth, emphasizing vibrant fruit and freshness. While this bottling has enough concentration to develop for several years, it is most expressive within the first five to six years after harvest.

Tasting Notes

Massolino’s Dolcetto d’Alba demonstrates why this humble Piedmont grape remains a local favorite. Aromas of blackberry, ripe plum, blueberry and violets mingle with subtle almond, licorice and spice notes. The palate is medium-bodied and wonderfully fresh, featuring soft tannins, moderate acidity and juicy flavors of black cherry, blackberry and cocoa. Unlike many fuller-bodied reds from Piedmont, Dolcetto emphasizes approachability and fruit purity while still maintaining enough structure to accompany food beautifully. The finish is smooth, lightly savory and pleasantly dry.

Food Pairings

A classic companion for pizza, pasta with tomato sauce, grilled Italian sausages, roast chicken and antipasti. It also pairs wonderfully with mushroom dishes, aged cheeses, cured meats and simple rustic Italian cuisine. Dolcetto’s moderate tannins make it particularly versatile with foods that can overwhelm more powerful red wines.

Producer

Massolino is one of Piedmont’s most highly respected family estates, renowned internationally for its exceptional Barolo and Barbaresco wines. Founded in 1896 in Serralunga d’Alba, the winery combines generations of experience with meticulous vineyard management and traditional winemaking techniques. Although famous for Nebbiolo, the family applies the same attention to detail across all of its wines, allowing Dolcetto to express its freshness, purity and unmistakable Piedmont character.

2022 Miguel Torres “La Causa” País

Itata Valley, Chile

Grape Varietals

• 100% País

Location

Country: Chile
Region: Itata Valley

Cellaring

Drink now through 2030.

While delicious today, La Causa possesses enough acidity and structure to continue developing additional savory complexity over the next five to seven years.

Tasting Notes

La Causa shines a spotlight on País, one of the oldest grape varieties in the Americas, first brought to Chile by Spanish missionaries in the sixteenth century. Bright aromas of red cherry, wild raspberry, cranberry and pomegranate mingle with dried herbs, white pepper and earthy undertones. The palate is energetic and elegant rather than powerful, featuring silky tannins, vibrant acidity and remarkable freshness. Layers of red berries, crushed herbs and subtle mineral notes lead to a long, refined finish that feels almost Burgundian in its balance and restraint.

Food Pairings

Its bright, food-friendly character makes this wine exceptionally versatile. Pair it with grilled salmon, roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, charcuterie, empanadas, mushroom dishes, grilled vegetables or herb-roasted lamb. It also complements Mediterranean cuisine, tapas and lighter tomato-based pasta dishes. Slightly chilling the wine before serving enhances its freshness and vibrant fruit.

Producer

Miguel Torres Chile was established in 1979 by the renowned Torres family of Spain and has become one of South America’s leaders in sustainability, innovation and the preservation of historic vineyards. The La Causa project was created to revive Chile’s heritage grape varieties, particularly País, by working with old, dry-farmed bush vines that in many cases are more than a century old. By combining traditional vineyards with modern winemaking, Torres has helped restore País’s reputation as a grape capable of producing elegant, expressive wines that reflect Chile’s rich viticultural history.