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C E R T I F I C AT I O N SRegal Wine is pleased to offer this book of Certified Organic wine and beer producers. The importance of organic farming and production remains prevalent in our industry, with customers who are more informed than ever and who are making day-to-day purchases with a conscious eye towards clean & green products. We are proud that many of the producers in our portfolio work naturally and organically; some with certifications, and many without. This book is comprised of just the producers who hold certifications, because we understand that it’s essential for customers, retailers, and restauranteurs alike to be able to easily identify wines and beers that they can trust to carry the values and practices of organic production. Each producer within these pages will hold at least one certification from the organizations below.

Demeter – Biodynamic Certification. Biodynamic farming involves managing a farm utilizing the principles of a living organism. In day-to-day practice the goal is to create a farm system that is minimally dependent on imported materials, and instead meets its needs from the living dynamics of the farm itself.

EU Organic – Classifies organic production as an overall system of farm management and production that combines best environment practices, a high level of biodiversity, the preservation of natural resources and the application of high animal welfare standards. The use of chemical pesticides and synthetic fertilizers is banned, GMOs are not allowed, and crops are rotated.

EcoCert (ECOCERT) - is an inspection and certification body established in France in 1991 by agronomists aware of the need to develop environmentally friendly agriculture and of the importance of offering some form of recognition to those committed to this method of production. Since its creation, ECOCERT has specialized in the certification of organic agricultural products.

Suolo e Salute – Suolo e Salute is a Control and Certification Body for agriculture and the environment that derives from the Suolo e Salute Association, founded in Turin in 1969, a pioneer in the development and promotion of the organic farming method.

ENEEK – The Council of Agirculture and Ecological Food of Euskadi (Basque Country). This certifying organization classifies organic farming as a production system based on land. Therefore, the care and enrichment of the land is a priority through management of crop health and biodiversity.

Consell Català de la Producció Agrària Ecològica (CCPAE) – The supervisory authority of Catalonia that audits and certifies organic products in this region. To be certified organic by the CCPAE, agricultural products must be produced without the use of chemical fertilizers or synthetic pesticides. Instead, organic fertilizers and natural plant protection methods must be used. Products must meet strict requirements regarding additives, such as flavor enhancers, artificial dyes, and preservatives.

Agriculture Biologique (AB) – AB is used by the French Ministry of Agriculture and Fishing to certify organic products. AB requirements must be followed in addition to those requested by EU-Organic, and an annual inspection is required to maintain certification.

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Oregon Department of Agriculture – Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is a USDA-accredited certifying agent for organic crop production and organic handling/processing.

California Certified Organic Farmers – An independent party that was the first to provide certification services to all stages of the organic food chain from farms to processors, restaurants, and retailers. As an original in the organic movement, CCOF has been a critical player in the development of certification processes and organic standards. The CCOF name and seal has been trusted as the mark of organic integrity by consumers and buyers worldwide since 1973.

USDA Organic – Farmers and businesses must follow USDA standards to have their products labeled and sold as certified organic. Some primary guidelines - organic and non-organic foods must be grown separately, and it is prohibited to use any of the following: use of toxic or synthetic fertilizers, GMOs, synthetic growth hormones, artificial preservatives/flavors/colors.

Bios SRL – Organic certification that considers the entire agricultural ecosystem, promotes the biodiversity of the environment in which it operates and limits or excludes the use of synthetic products and genetically modified organisms.

ICEA Certified Organic – A non-profit consortium that certifies organic production following the guidelines of EU Organic standards. The ICEA trademark over the years has become a synonym of guarantee, control and quality for organic production.

Certificazione Biologica Q Certificazioni – This Italian certifying organization recognizes an organic production method that conserves biological production systems, without the use of synthetic chemicals, performing a function of environmental protection and conservation of rural areas, uses renewable energies in the best possible way and enhances the territorial, environmental and natural resources of the region.

BioGro NZ – New Zealand’s leading organic certifier since 1983, with the nations largest database of organic farmers, organic producers and organic manufacturers from here and across the Pacific. BioGro has been at the forefront of the organics movement, as we aim to simplify organic certification through innovation allowing producers to display NZ’s most trusted organic logo, giving consumers trust in the mark of a genuine organic product.

Entidad Nacional de Acreditación (ENAC) – The purpose of ENAC is to build trust in the market and in the wider community in relation to the technical competence of accredited conformity assessors, thus contributing to people’s safety and welfare, the quality of products and services, and environmental protection, and thereby to the increased competitiveness of Spanish products and services and to a reduction in the costs for society due to these activities.

Australian Certified Organic (ACO) – ACO is ISO9001 certified company that provides certification to the National and International organic certification standards including the Australian Certified Organic Standards (ACOS) to enable certified operators to use the Bud Logo. The Australian Certified Organic logo (known as the ‘bud’) is Australia’s organic industry’s leading logo. It carries with it the ability to market organic produce on both domestic and international markets with confidence and market advantage. The logo is well recognized both in Australia, and now in increasingly key areas such as Asia, Europe and the US.

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BORDEAUX

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic, EcoCert, Demeter

Château Ferran St Pierre is a historic estate dating back to the 12th century. At that time the estate was known as Tucaou, a name which is still represented in the name of the higher end cuvees of the estate. Tucaou refers to the medieval buildings and forests that surround the vineyard. The estate was purchased by the Ferran family in 1976 and became a leader of organic and biodynamic practices for the whole region. Owner and winemaker Julien Ferran’s father is in fact one of the most respected and well-known biodynamic winemaking consultants in all of France. The family has, however, been in the wine business for over 5 generations.

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Entre-Deux-Mers Blanc 'Tradition' 2019 $136, $128/3; $120/5 750 ml x 12pk

Entre-Deux-Mers Blanc 'Tucaou' 2017 $164, $156/3 750 ml x 12pk

Bordeaux Superieur 'Tradition' 2018 $136, $128/3; $120/5 750 ml x 12pk

Bordeaux 'Tucaou' 2014 $168, $160/3 750 ml x 12pk

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BORDEAUX

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic, Agriculture Biologique

Located in Bordeaux’s Entre-Deux-Mers region, this was one of France’s pioneering organic wine estates, converting to organic practices in 1964. Winemaker at the time, Paul Bouron, passionately invested in organic production in an attempt to improve the health of himself and his family. That same year, Paul became one of the founders of Nature et Progrès(the first association of consumers and producers actively promoting the development of organic and biodynamic practices). Now run by the fifth generation, the family business remains conducted by methods, which respect the natural rhythms and balances of the land. Fertilizers are of plant origin or made from manure of sheep and horses. They activate and increase the soil microbial activity, an essential part of the humus layer, and consequently, ensure the vitality of the soil and the vine’s own strength. Natural grass is used for the proliferation of predatory species of parasites of the vine. Vine protection against diseases caused by fungi is provided by means of plant extracts, vine management and low amount of sulfur. A mechanical sorting table, plus manually sorting, assure the highest quality production.

Bordeaux Blanc 2018 $128, $120/3 750 ml x 12pk

Bordeaux 2018 $128, $120/3 750 ml x 12pk

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BORDEAUX

CERTIFICATION: Demeter Biodynamic

The Despagne family, rooted in the soils of Saint Emilion for over three centuries, has been involved in the winemaking world for at least 11 generations. This unmeasurable level of savoir faire, experience and tradition accumulated by different generations of growers, coopers, winemakers, merchants and proprietors has imparted the family with a certain wisdom that bears the test of time. In 1972, by inheritance, the family acquired parts of the vineyards purchased by Louis Rapin between 1938 and 1964, located in Montagne, in Saint Emilion, in Pomerol and in Libourne to which they added other plots they purchased in Saint Emilion and Pomerol. The estate is currently owned and operated by Françoise Rapin and Gérard Despagne along with their three children Nicolas, François and Nathalie Despagne.

Montagne-Saint-Emilion 2016 $200, $176/3 750 ml x 12pk

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PROVENCE

CERTIFICATION: Agriculture Biologique

One of the top estates in the Coteaux d’Aix, a small, fine-wine district within the larger appellation of Provence, With more than 160 acres under vines, 2/3 of the production is dedicated to the dry rosé for which Provence is famous. Founded by Templar knights in the 13th century, the property was named “Bargemone” after the wealthy Provencal family that owned it for 200 years. It passed from their hands in the 1800’s, with the vineyards finally succumbing to phylloxera, temporarily ending, a proud 800 yeartradition of winemaking. In 1973, French industrialist Jean-Pierre Rozanpurchased the property, restored the Commanderie and replanted the vineyards. Production was up to 50,000 cases/year when Jean-Pierre passed away in 2006, and a controlling interest in the vineyards and winery was sold to current owners Christian and Marina Garin (both from local Provencal families).

Coteaux d'Aix en Provence Rose 2019 $160, $152/3; $144/5 750 ml x 12pk

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D OMAIN E ALAIN VOG E

RHONE VALLEY

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic, Agriculture Biologique

Domaine Alain Voge is a family-run winery based in Cornas and has over time built itself the reputation as a superstar of the appellation and its benchmark without doubt. In addition to holding two organic certifications, the domaine utilizes biodynamic practices in the vineyard and cellar. It was founded many generations ago but was blessed with the talented beginnings in winemaking by Alain himself in 1958. Alain tore up the rule book, updated the winemaking techniques of his father, expanded the vineyards and began bottling his wines himself. Today, together with managing partner and winemaker Albéric Mazoyer, their heralded wines take center stage on many tables around the world, they are wines known for grace and opulence that retain great purity of fruit whilst remaining soft in structure.

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Saint-Peray Les Bulles d’Alain 2014 $288 750 ml x 12pk

Saint-Peray Fleur de Crussol 2016 $464, $424/1 750 ml x 12pk

Cotes Du Rhone Les Peyrouses 2017 $216, $192/1 750 ml x 12pk

Saint Joseph Les Cotes 2016 $360 750 ml x 12pk

Cornas Les Chailles 2017 $448, $440/1 750 ml x 12pk

Cornas Les Vieilles Fontaines 2016 *NEW* $600 750 ml x 6pk

Cornas Les Vieilles Vignes 2017 $696, $648/1; $620/3 750 ml x 12pk

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D OMAIN E D E LA CROIX SEN AILLET

BURGUNDY

CERTIFICATION: EcoCert

Domaine de la Croix Senaillet is in southern Burgundy, in Davayé, in the very heart of the Mâconnais cru area. Maurice Martin settled in Davayé and then fully devoted his life to the vines starting in 1969. Due to his unfailing doggedness and supportive family, the estate slowly grew. Today it covers a unique stretch of 60 plots of vines with an average age of around 30 years old on all the slopes of the village. After rigorous training, his sons Richard and Stéphane Martin took over the estate in 1992.

Saint-Veran 2018 $220, $212/3; $204/5 750 ml x 12pk

Saint-Veran Les Rochats 2016 $240, $232/3; $224/5 750 ml x 12pk

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PROVENCE

CERTIFICATION: EcoCert

With the skillful guidance of consulting oenologist Bruno Tringali, Jean-Pierre established an environmentally friendly, but labor intensive regimen in the vineyard that includes green harvesting in early summer to limit yields, working the soil without use of chemicals, and harvesting by hand. The domaine received its organic certification from Ecocert with the 2013 vintage. In the cellar, the philosphy has been minimal intervention. Fouquette’sRosé d’Aurore, named for the Daziano’s daughter, is comprised of the classic Provence cépages Grenache and Cinsault, and accented with the white variety, Rolle (aka Vermentino).

Cotes de Provence 'Rose d'Aurore' 2019 $144, $136/3; $128/5 750 ml x 12pk

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RHONE VALLEY

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic, Agriculture Biologique

The Latour family has been making wine at Domaine de la Damase since 1872 when the estate was purchased. It is a small estate, 12 ha of vines, organically farmed. The winery might have remained obscure to Americans, at least, if it weren’t for Kenny Likitprakong, a Sonoma County winemaker and owner of Hobo Wine Company who befriended the Latour family and introduced them to Regal. Sébastien did a one-year internship with Kenny Likitprakong in Santa Cruz in 2002 which was the first vintage for Hobo Wine Company.

Vaucluse Picpoul 2017 $144, $136/3; $128/5 750 ml x 12pk

Vaucluse Grenache 2018 $120, $112/3; $104/5 750 ml x 12pk

Vaucluse Mourvedre 2015 $172, $164/3; $156/5 750 ml x 12pk

Plan de Dieu Cotes du Rhone Villages 2017 $192, $180/3 750 ml x 12pk

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ALSACE

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic, Agriculture Biologique

Gérard and Gabrielle Neumeyer farm almost 40 acres of vine parcels in and around the village of Molsheim, about 20 minutes west of Strasbourg in the northern part of Alsace (Bas-Rhin). Gérard tends all of his parcels meticulously by hand using only natural vine and soil treatments. Harvest is of course, also manual. From vineyard to the cellar, gentle handling of the delicate grapes is of paramount importance. In the cellar, Gérard takes every measure to ensure that both the terroir and individual character of each variety is fully expressed. All of his white wines (he also makes a little Pinot Noir) are aged on their lees in large, older, oak foudres. Domaine Neumeyer’s wines are perennially ranked among the appellation’s best by Guide Hachette, Bettane & Desseauve and La Revue du Vin de France.

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Cremant d'Alsace Chardonnay Schaefferstein NV $112, $104/3; $96/5 750 ml x 6pk

Pinot Blanc 'Tulipe' 2016 $168, $160/3; $152/5 750 ml x 12pk

Riesling 'Hospices' 2017 $184, $176/3; $168/5 750 ml x 12pk

Gewurztraminer Les Deux M 2013 $232, $224/3; $216/5 750 ml x 12pk

Pinot Noir Schaefferstein 'Berger' 2017 $256, $240/2 750 ml x 12pk

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D O M A I N E L A T O U R B O U S I E ELANGUEDOC

CERTIFICATION: EcoCert

The family estate was constructed around 1826. Each succeeding generation proved every bit as attached to the terroir of Laure Minervois as their ancestors had been, and the property has been developing ever since. Located in the South of France (Languedoc), 25km East of Carcassonne in the heart of the Minervois Wine Appellation. Today, the estate is made up of 200 acres of vineyards and over 1000 olive trees, some of which date back to the 17th century. In 1982, MarieClaude along with her husband Jean-Louis, himself a vintner from a long line of winegrowers, took over the direction of the estate from her parents. Today, in keeping with tradition, the next generation, Frédérique and her husband Jean-François. Over time, the family has taken care to conserve the finest of the old varieties while updating and improving the rest of the vineyard. The result is a rich diversity of wines, each of which can be traced back to a specific plot of vines. The tower (tour in French), for which the Estate is named, is a remnant of the village’s fortifications dating back to the 12th century and can be found today in the garden of the Estate.

Marselan is a variety created from Grenache and Cabernet-Sauvignon in Languedoc-Roussillon.

Coteaux de Peyriac Marselan 2018 $136, $128/3 750 ml x 12pk

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IROULEGUY

CERTIFICATION: EcoCert

Situated in the heart of the village of Irouleguy, this domainehas been in Peio Espil’s family for several centuries. Singularity and identity are not empty words in the Basque country. Working the vineyards in organic viticulture, certified for 15 years, reinforces the expression of the terroirs and the local varietals. This “rootedness” shows itself to be anyting but static for Peio Espil, this pilgrim of the vinous ideal, a true researcher of the appellation. Fleshy, profound, free in their expression, the wines have now attained a level of quality which make them stylistic models which should cause vignerons from outside of Irouleguy to question themselves.

Irouleguy Blanc 2017 $296, $280/2 750 ml x 12pk

Irouleguy Rouge 2015 $256, $240/2 750 ml x 12pk

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LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic, EcoCert

Cabernet Franc is rarely cultivated outside its traditional habitats of Bordeaux and Loire. At Mas Barrau in the Gard region of Southern Rhône, Boutinot winemakers have worked to produce a wine that sets new standards for Cabernet Franc. The Cabernet Franc grapes for this cuvée came from a single Domaine family estate near Nimes.

Gard Cabernet Franc 2017 $104, $96/3; $88/5 750 ml x 12pk

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VOUVRAY

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic, Agriculture Biologique

Since 1875, the Vigneau-Chevreau family has farmed the chalky soils of this 69-acre Vouvray domaine, planted entirely to Chenin Blanc. The late Jean-Michel Vigneau began steering the family domaine in an organic direction in the early ’90s and by 1999 Vigneau-Chevreau received certification from Ecocert. Shortly thereafter, the new generation of Vigneaus took the next step by adopting a biodynamic vineyard regimen. Practices includethescheduling of specific vineyard work according to the Maria Thun lunar calendar, and use of homeopathic preparations for both vines and soil.

Vouvray Sec 'Cuvee Silex' 2018 $181, $168/3 750 ml x 12pk

Vouvray Sec Clos de Rougemont 2018 $208, $196/3 750 ml x 12pk

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CHINON

CERTIFICATION: EcoCert

Third generation winemaker Pierre Sourdais started his namesake domaine in 1981 when he began renting 8ha of vineyards. He had been working on the family farm since 1972. The Sourdais family is well known in Chinon: Pierre has brothers, sisters and cousins who are involved with the region’s wine trade. In addition to still red wine expressions of Cabernet Franc, the domainealso crafts white wines, rose wines and sparkling wines. The domaine has been certified organic since 2012.

Chinon 'Les Rosiers' 2017 $152, $144/3; $136/5 750 ml x 12pk

Chinon 'Tradition' 2017 $176, $168/3; $160/5 750 ml x 12pk

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RIOJA ALAVESA

CERTIFICATION: ENEEK

Bodegas Bhilar is a boutique winery located in Elvillar, Rioja Alavesa, run by husband and wife team, David Sampedro and Melanie Hickman. Their goal is to make terroir-driven wines with soul, respect the land, work only with indigenous grapes, and to share their unique wines with good people with positive energy. In the year 1999, David started learning about the biodynamic philosophy and changed how he cared for his vineyards. First, he converted to organic farming and then began following tenants to recover the harmony between man, earth, vines, and cosmos. In 2014, tractors were eliminated and horses were brought back to farm the vineyards.

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'Struggling Vines Phinca Hapa Blanco' 2017 $160, $150/2 750 ml x 6pk

'Blanco' 2018 $176, $168/3; $160/5 750 ml x 12pk

'Struggling Vines Phinca Hapa Tinto' 2016 $160, $150/2 750 ml x 6pk

'Tinto' 2018 $160, $152/3; $144/5 750 ml x 12pk

Garnacha 'Phinca El Vedao' 2015 $224 750 ml x 12pk

'Phincas' 2015 $240, $224/2 750 ml x 12pk

'Phinca Abejera' 2016 $268 750 ml x 6pk

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RIBERA DEL DUERO

CERTIFICATION: CCPAE

Current generation brothers Juan and Ricardo Esteban oversee all operations in vineyard and cellar. Organic vineyards were planted by their father, Tomas Esteban, one of the first viticulturists in the region to appreciate and practice organic viticulture. Today their estate is 60 ha total of over 35 plots of different soil types, continental climate at a high altitudeplateau with striking temperature variations during each season. Most remarkable vineyards are Tomas Esteban and Juegabolos planted by Tomas Esteban, and those in the Valdehermososection added by current generation Juan and Ricardo Esteban.

'Valdehermoso' Joven 2019 $104, $96/3; $88/5 750 ml x 12pk

'Valdehermoso 9 Meses' Roble 2018 $128, $120/3; $112/5 750 ml x 12pk

'De Chiripa' 2018 $136, $128/3; $120/5 750 ml x 6pk

Crianza 2016 $180, $168/3; $160/5 750 ml x 12pk

'Juegabolos' 2014 $248, $206/2 750 ml x 6pk

Valderiz 2017 $312, $264/3; $256/5 750 ml x 12pk

'Tomas Esteban' 2006 $416 750 ml x 6pk

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CASTILLA-LA MANCHA

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic, ENEEK

A family of viticulturists going back five generations to the 1870’s, the Eguren family were responsible for founding Bodegas Sierra Cantabria in 1956, and more recently launched their value-oriented Dominio de Eguren. The Eguren’s philosophy has always revolved around viticulture, as their history lies firmly intertwined with the vineyards surrounding San Vicente de la Sonsierra. Pulling from viticulturalknowledge, the Eguren family lease vineyards of Tempranillo, Bobal, Macabeo, and Airén in Manchuela(in southeast Spain) on long term contracts.

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BIERZO

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic

The Palacio de Canedo estate has been associated with wine since 1730. In that era it was run by the Lord and Lady of Canedo, nowadays by Prada and Flor. In 1987 Prada decided to buy the palace with the main idea to keep it alive and create a winery that works with the land. He operates on 30 hectares of land with 60-70 year old vines that are all hand harvested. At 600-800m elevation, the wines retain bright acidity. Operating as a certified organic establishment, insecticides and weed killers are never used. The goal is a clean and aromatic wine.

Godello 2017 $152, $144/3; $136/5 750 ml x 12pk

Mencia 'Maceracion Carbonica' 2019 $128, $120/3; $112/5 750 ml x 12pk

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'Protocolo Blanco' Organic 2018 $96, $88/3; $80/5 750 ml x 12pk

'Protocolo Rosado' Organic 2019 $96, $88/3; $80/5 750 ml x 12pk

'Protocolo Tinto' Organic 2017 $96, $88/3; $80/5 750 ml x 12pk

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PENEDES

CERTIFICATION: CCPAE

Sabate i Coca Castellroig is one of the very few 100% family-owned, estate-run traditional method sparkling wine houses in Penedes. (Currently less than 20 from over 270 producers!), and one of just nine producers comprising the new traditional method category, CORPINNAT. Father and son, Marcelino Sabaté and Marcel Sabaté i Coca represent the third and fourth generations of Sabate organic grape-growing with complete respect for the environment and varietals native to their land. The Sabaté i Coca estate is distributed across 18 terroirs, 62 parcels, and 40 hectares throughout the Valle del Bitlles. Grapes are carefully selected for each bottling and hand-harvested from each of these terroirs.

Marcel and Marcelino have established two ranges: The ‘Castellroig’ range of wines expresses the harmony and complexity of the more than 60 micro-plots that make up their estate, while the wines of the ‘Sabate iCoca’ range are derived from singular soils. These ‘singulars’ result in wines with a vibrant varietal ‘typicity’ that best expresses the mineral content of the vineyard. Sabate i Coca ‘singular’ wines are Terroja, JosepCoca, and the qualified plot “Cava de paratge qualificat” Terroja of Sabaté i Coca Reserva Familiar, produced from an over-100 year old xarel-lo vineyard.

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Ull de Llebre Rose 'Castellroig So de Roselles' 2019 $112, $104/3; $96/5 750 ml x 12pk

Ull de Llebre 'Castellroig So Negre' 2016 $168, $160/3; $152/5 750 ml x 12pk

Xarel-lo 'Castellroig So Blanc' 2018 $152, $144/3 750 ml x 12pk

Xarel-lo 'Sabate i Coca Terroja' 2015 $166, $158/3; $150/5 750 ml x 6pk

Xarel-lo 'Castellroig So Sere' 2016 $188, $180/3; $172/5 750 ml x 12pk

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PENEDES~CORPINNAT

CERTIFICATION: CCPAE(cont.) With complete dedication to producing wines reflective of the soil, the concept of ‘Vins de Terrer’ was born. A location 40km south of Barcelona affords a privileged location with a valley protected by mountains and a moderate climate due to the close proximity to the Mediterranean coast. Marine sediment embedded in the soil promotes vines with a longer, slower ripening cycle and added complexity in the grapes. Castellroig achieves the ultimate expressions of these different parcels with extra focus on the native Xarel-lo grape. Capable of achieving the greatest aromatics, body, and acidity, Xarel-lo represents the most favorable varietal in the Cava blend.

CorpinnatMarcel’s tireless efforts to differentiate his cavas from the increasing number of Spanish sparkling wine offerings whose grapes — and even finished wines — are purchased from outside the Penedesregion has lead him to develop a new brand alongside a small handful of other like-minded producers called Corpinnat. Corpinnat, (cor=heart, pinna= Penedes, nat= born), a word derived from Latin and Catalán roots to mean born in the heart of Penedes, is arguably the strictest traditional method category in the wine world today.

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Brut Reserva 'Castellroig' NV $160, $152/3; $144/5 750 ml x 12pk

Brut Reserva Rosat 'Castellroig' NV $168, $160/3; $152/5 750 ml x 12pk

Brut Nature Reserva 'Castellroig' 2017 $196, $152/3; $144/5 750 ml x 12pk

Brut Reserva Xarello Vermell 'Castellroig' 2016 $200, $192/3 750 ml x 12pk

Brut Nature 'Sabate i Coca Josep Coca' 2012 $160, $146/3; $138/5 750 ml x 6pk

Brut Reserva Garnatxa Rose 'Sabate i Coca' 2012 $172 750 ml x 6pk

Brut Nature 'Sabate i Coca Reserva Familiar' 2011 $200, $188/2 750 ml x 6pk

Brut Nature 'Sabate i Coca Mosset' 2014 $200, $192/3; $184/5 750 ml x 12pk

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PRIORAT

CERTIFICATION: CCPAE

Mas d’en Gil is a family owned and operated estate dating from the late 1800s, and has only changed hands twice. Now its third owners, Pere Rovira’s family are proud to produce organic wines in a biodynamic method.

Marta Rovira Carbonell, fourth daughter of Pere Rovira and Pilar Carbonell, decided in 2004 to return to her roots and began to introduce organic farming methods to the estate. Grandmother Pilar’s former influence is well known within the family, who was an expert in the lunar cycle and was familiar with aromatic and medicinal plants. The next, most natural step for her was to introduce biodynamic farming methods.

Mas d’en Gil is working towards a model based on a coherent and consistent interpretation of the area in order to make a great, classic wine from this ancient, demanding and marvelous land, the Priorat.

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'Bellmunt Vi de Vila' Blanc 2018 $104, $88/2; $84/3 750 ml x 6pk

'Coma Alta' 2015 $160 750 ml x 6pk

'Coma Blanca Vinyes Velles' 2012 $248 750 ml x 6pk

'Bellmunt Vi de Vila' 2016 $104, $88/2 750 ml x 6pk

'Coma Vella' 2014 $168, $144/3 750 ml x 6pk

'Nus' Vi Dolc Natural 2014 $168, $144/3 375 ml x 6pk

'Clos Fonta Vinyes Velles' 2014 $320, $300/2 750 ml x 6pk

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B U C C I A N E R ATUSCANY

CERTIFICATION: Suolo e Salute

Buccia Nera is a family farm located in a small village in the center of Tuscany called Campriano. This estate was bought by the Family Mancini in 1926 and planted since with vineyards and olive trees. In 2001 a new bigger wine cellar at the Campriano estate was built. The 1st vintage at the Camprianowinery was in 2004 and a new line of wines named Buccia Nera was launched. Buccia Nera was a nickname of the Mancini family dating back 100 years, meaning ‘Black Skin.’ Today all family members live at the Estate, each with their own role. Amadio the owner is in charge of the vineyards, Patrizia, his wife, is the director of the winery, Anastasia (daughter) works in the commercial office, Alessia (daughter) is in charge of the accommodations, Sandro, Anastasia’s partner, is the winemaker, with Anastasia also helping guide the winemaking. The Buccia Nera Farm is in total 495 Acres: 148 of which are dedicated to the vineyards, 27 to olives, and the remainder to the fruits, vegetables, and forest. 70% of the vineyards are planted with the Sangiovese grape, the remaining vineyards are comprised of Ciliegiolo, Canaiolo, Malvasia Bianca del Chianti, Trebbiano Toscano, Grechetto, and few acres of international grapes like Merlot, Cabernet and Chardonnay. It is situated in a hill at 500m above sea level with a good south-west exposition. All 495 acres of the farm are cultivated with organic farming since 2001.

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Toscana Bianco 'Donna Patrizia' 2019 $120, $112/2; $104/3; $96/5 750 ml x 12pk

Toscana Bianco 'PA'RO' 2018 *NEW* $180, $172/3; $160/5 750 ml x 12pk

Chianti 'Guarniente' 2018 $120, $112/2; $104/3; $96/5 750 ml x 12pk

Toscana Rosso 'Amadio' 2016 $156 750 ml x 12pk

Chianti Superiore 'Sassocupo' 2017 $156 750 ml x 12pk

Toscana Rosso 'PA'RO' 2016 *NEW* $180, $172/3; $160/5 750 ml x 12pk

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C A N T I N A P L A N I A R C H E

CERTIFICATION: Certificazione Biologica Q Certificazioni

Roberto DiFilippo, owner and winemaker of Plani Arche, farms organically but it’s more than a check in the box. To deal with foxes, which were devouring his grapes, he brought some geese on to his property. Counter-intuitively, geese are aggressive, loud and scary, swooping down on something invading their territory. Roberto also uses workhorses to plough his fields and avoid the soil compression that results from 2+ ton tractors, but the sacrifice, for Roberto, has been more than in speed of farming…his leg has been broken not once but TWICE by a horse kick. It tells you how devoted he is to his horses and how close to the action he is. Roberto’s wines have organic certification in Italy but he also follows the more rigorous holistic agricultural teachings of Masanobu Fukuoka

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Grechetto 2018 *NEW* $68, $64/3 750 ml x 6pk

Trebbiano Spolentino 2018 *NEW* $72, $66/3 750 ml x 6pk

Montefalco Rosso 2015 $84, $80/3 750 ml x 6pk

Montefalco Sagrantino 2014 $120 750 ml x 6pk

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SAN GIMIGNANO TUSCANY

CERTIFICATION: Certificazione BiologicaQ Certificazioni

The Cesani Winery is located in the Tuscan hills, in San Gimignano just 20 km from Siena, in one of the most beautiful and fascinating areas of the Tuscany. Together with their father Vincenzo, Sisters Letizia and Maria Luiza oversee all operations related to their family’s winery and agritourism bed and breakfast.

The Cesani family’s story started at the beginning of the 1950s in the splendid Tuscan countryside, just 6 km from San Gimignano. In that difficult period when people preferred to abandon the countryside for a presumably better life in the towns, Cesani, on the contrary, refused that philosophy, deciding to renew faith and hope in that very nature that had given them sustenance up until then. Vincenzo Cesani grew up with this spirit and idea, always looking for new proposalsand methods of work to realize his dream.

He never forgot the importance of respect for nature. He continued to grow only those cultivations typical to the territory, trying at the same time to obtain a final product of very high quality. Many years of loving sacrifice had to pass before seeing any results, but finally they came!

Today the farm, still run by the family, extends over 19 hectares (approx 40 acres) and is cultivated principally with the red Sangiovese grapes and the famous white Vernaccia di San Gimignano. The Cesani family also cultivate and produce certified organic olive oil and saffron.

Vernaccia di San Gimignano 2018 $120, $112/3; $104/5 750 ml x 12pk

Vernaccia di San Gimignano Riserva 'Sanice' 2016 $200, $192/3; $168/4 750 ml x 12pk

Chianti Colli Senesi 2018 $120, $112/3; $104/5 750 ml x 12pk

San Gimignano Merlot 'Cellori' 2013 *NEW* $216, $204/3 750 ml x 12pk

Toscana Rosso Ciliegiolo 'Serise' 2015 $232, $188/2 750 ml x 12pk

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Toscana Rosso 'Vigna Nuova' 2014 $104, $96/3 750 ml x 6pk

Toscana Rosso 'Vigna Vecchia' 2012 $136, $128/3; $120/5 750 ml x 6pk

Toscana Rosso 'Nerone' 2015 $136, $128/3; $120/5 750 ml x 6pk

Rose Metodo Ancestrale 2016 1.5L $144 1.5 l x 3pk

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TUSCANY

CERTIFICATION: Demeter Biodynamic

Colombaia has a 4 hectare vineyard with south west exposure. The soil is calcareous clay full of fossils shells. Dante and Helena Lomazzi work the vineyard as a big garden. The biodynamic method allows them to work with active perception of the vineyards, following the rhythm of nature, helping the vine to reach into the earth and extract the mineral elements of the soil. The activity in the cellar is conducted with full respect for the fruit, minimizing intervention, acting softly and sensitively.

The fermentation is spontaneous with the grape’s natural yeasts, working strictly in respect of the vintage. The extraction process is slow and careful, keeping the vital cycles of fermentation, without clarifying, filtering or stabilizing. Minimal SO2 of no more than 10mg/L is added at bottling.

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SICILY

CERTIFICATION: Suolo e Salute SRL

Following in the footsteps of their great grandfather Cristoforo Ciaccio who planted the first vineyards in 1860 and aged his wines in the cellar of the old farmhouse Fiuminello, the Di Giovanna family has continued to cultivate its vineyards with unwavering dedication and pride for generations. The Di Giovanna family is committed to organic practices in their vineyards and winery, preserving their land and history. All their products are certified organic through Suolo e Salute srl. Since 1997. Di Giovanna was among the first wineries to certify organic in Sicily.

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Nero d'Avola 'Siciliani' 2018 $104, $96/3; $88/5 750 ml x 12pk

Rosso 'Siciliani' 2017 *NEW LABEL* $104, $96/3; $88/5 750 ml x 12pk

Nero d'Avola 'V.18 Vasca Diciotto' 2018$84, $72/3

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Grillo 'V.21 Vasca Ventuno' 2019$84, $72/3

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Nero d'Avola Rosato 'V.5 Vasca Cinque' 2019$84, $72/3

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SICILY

CERTIFICATION: Suolo e Salute SRL

(cont.) Over time, the family has done extensive research into which vines flourish in each of their five unique vineyard sites: Miccina, Gerbino, and Paradiso vineyards at 350-480m above sea level in the village of Contessa Entellina, and Fiuminello and San Giacomo vineyards at 700-830m above sea level in the mountains surrounding the town of Sambuca di Sicilia. The soils consist of volcanic tuff, chalky, limestone and clay mix.

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Nerello Mascalese Rosato 'Vurria' 2019 *NEW LABEL* $128, $120/3; $112/5 750 ml x 12pk

Grillo 'Vurria' 2018 $152, $144/3; $136/5 750 ml x 12pk

Nero d'Avola 'Vurria' 2017 *NEW LABEL* $152, $144/3; $136/5 750 ml x 12pk

Nerello Mascalese 'Vurria' 2016 *NEW LABEL* $152, $144/3; $136/5 750 ml x 12pk

Grillo 'Camurria Orange' 2019 $168, $160/3; $152/5 750 ml x 12pk

Grillo 'Helios' 2018 *NEW LABEL* $192, $178/2; $170/5 750 ml x 12pk

Rosso 'Helios' 2016 *NEW LABEL* $196, $178/2; $170/5 750 ml x 12pk

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BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO, TUSCANY

CERTIFICATION: ICEA Certified Organic

There is a story behind the Collelceto estate that makes it quite unlike any other winery in the area. For a start, it’s in an unusual location. When in the early 1900s the Palazzesi family purchased land southwest of Montalcino, the town itself was hardly on the wine map. In those days, anyone who managed to rise above the surrounding rural poverty did so by farming cereal crops and raising livestock. Of course people also made wine, but only for immediate family consumption.

For the agriculture he had in mind, Elia Palazzesi’s great-grandfather had selected a property with soils rich in clay, mixed with some sandy components for good drainage, and a certain amount of a stony substratum. The terrain was 150-180 metres above sea level, gently sloping down towards the Ombrone riverbed, which acted as a conduit for warm winds blowing in from the coast. The wooded hillsides at the back of the farm provided protection from extreme weather conditions.

Nearly a century later, Elia realized that the natural phenomena his great-grandfather had identified as beneficial would also favour viticulture, especially organic grape growing. Back in 1985, his father had planted 2 hectares of vines, and between 1997 and 2000 Elia added five more.

Toscana Rosso 'Lo Spepo' 2017 $112, $104/3; $96/5 750 ml x 12pk

Rosso di Montalcino 2016 $168, $160/3; $152/5 750 ml x 12pk

Brunello di Montalcino 2015 $372, $348/2; $320/4 750 ml x 12pk

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2013 $560 750 ml x 12pk

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LAMBRUSCO DI MODENA

CERTIFICATION: ICEA Certified Organic

Sexy cars, soaring opera, sumptuous foods and thrilling wines…that’s why cognoscenti extol Emilia-Romagna…as well as anyone who champions the region like Mattia Montanari. Emilio is Mattia’s first project beyond his family’s successful, eponymous winery. Vineyards are at 250m average elevation with optimal S/SE exposure. Vines were planted in approximately 10-15 years ago in soil of clay and sand. These wines are from select musts that Mattia identified at the family winery, musts intended to result in the most clean, complex, satisfying wine.

The project name, “Emilio” pays homage to the ancient roadway, via Emilia, which passes the region’s key cities. The name of each cuvee refers to a famous aria, honoring the operatic roots of Mattia’s hometown Modena, which no less than Luciano Pavarotti himself called home. Needless to say, the wines are thrilling with regional delicacies like Prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Modena balsamic vinegar and tortellini.

Mattia has always been proud that Emilia-Romagna is home to an impressive concentration of the world’s most exhilarating automotive companies: Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati and Ducati…highlighting the fact that to know Italy, you must know Emilia-Romagna. And to know Emilia-Romagna, we believe you should know Emilio.

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Lambrusco Modena 'Nessun Dorma' 2018 $128, $120/3; $112/5 750 ml x 12pk

Lambrusco Rose Spumante 'Io e Te' 2018 $160, $152/3; $144/5 750 ml x 12pk

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M A N N U C C I D R O A N D I

TUSCANY

CERTIFICATION: Suolo e Salute SRL

The Mannuccis were landowners in Valdarno from the early 19th century and from the 18th century the Droandis were farmers in Carmignano. Today, the estate is family-run. Roberto Mannucci is assisted by his wife, Maria Grazia Mammuccini and nephews Andrea and Matteo Mammuccini. The estate is divided into two main parts. Campolucci is situated on the eastern slopes of the Chianti mountains. The second property is situated on the west side of the Chianti mountains at 450m above sea level, on the southern slope of the hill. Both Certified Organic.

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Chianti Colli Aretini 2018 $152, $144/2; $136/3; $128/5 750 ml x 12pk

Chianti Classico 'Ceppeto' 2015 $184, $176/2; $168/3; $160/5 750 ml x 12pk

Chianti Classico Riserva 'Ceppeto' 2014 $284, $256/3; $240/5 750 ml x 12pk

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ABRUZZO

CERTIFICATION: Suolo e Salute SRL

Starting in 2003 in the Teramo subdistrict of Montepulciano d’bruzzo, a new appellation and Abruzzo’s first DOCG was granted: Colline Teramane. At medium altitude and closer to the seaside, a more favorable climate has proven to guarantee distinctly superior tannin maturity. The Nicodemi winery is in the center of this new appellation and with the close collaboration of enologist, Paolo Caciorgna, has established itself as a leader and promoter of highest quality Montepulciano and Trebbiano. Founded by Bruno Nicodemi, the property has now passed into the hands of the second generation and has been revamped by his children, Elena and Alessandro. The typical ‘tendone’ vineyard management prevalent in the area has been abandoned at Nicodemi in favor of the lower yielding ‘cordone’ method of vine training. The full potential of this area, not yet fully explored, will surely find the forefront of revelation in the hands of this ambitious brother and sister team!

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Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 'Le Murate' 2017 $120, $112/3; $104/5 750 ml x 12pk

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 'Terrana' 2018 $104, $96/3; $88/5 750 ml x 12pk

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 'Le Murate' 2017 $128, $120/3; $112/5 750 ml x 12pk

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane Riserva 'Neromoro' 2013 $164, $144/2 750 ml x 6pk

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane 'Notari' 2017 $184, $176/3; $168/5 750 ml x 12pk

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PIEDMONT

CERTIFICATION: EU Organic, EcoCert

Marina Marcarino, owner and winemaker at Punset, was destined for the vineyards since childhood. Exuberant, curious, and hyperactive, Marina spent lots of time with her grandmother who chose to keep her granddaughter engaged through gardening and learning about the outdoors. Marina’s deep bond with the land was strengthened further in 1982, in the course of university studies Marina was struck by organic farming, where she saw a new and authentic way to work with a deep knowledge that stems from the principles of absolute naturalness and a bond of mutual respect. After university, Marina returned home to take over the family vineyards and immediately dove into organic farming. Her first vintage was extremely difficult, and her first crop was completely lost. Despite the setback, Marina pushed forward with a strong determination to persevere in her choices, achieving the first certified organic vineyards in Barbaresco. Now, several decades later, Punset is not only certified organic, but also a practicing biodynamic farm, rooted in the principles of Manasobu Fukuoka and the “agriculture of not doing.” Biodynamic techniques continue in the winery, with spontaneous fermentation, the use of cement tanks for vinification, and compliance with the phases of the moon for each step of work in the cellar.

Langhe Arneis 2018 $176, $168/3; $160/5 750 ml x 12pk

Barbera d'Alba 2018 $144, $136/3; $128/5 750 ml x 12pk

Dolcetto d'Alba 2016 $176, $168/3; $160/5 750 ml x 12pk

Barbaresco Riserva 2013 $360 750 ml x 12pk

Barbaresco Riserva 'Campo Quadro' 2011 $448 750 ml x 12pk

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LOMBARDY

CERTIFICATION: Bios SRL

The Quaquarini family has produced wine for three generations. Today, the winery is run by Francesco with his son Umberto and his daughter Maria Teresa. Umberto is the creator of each unmistakable wine signed Quaquarini, while Maria Teresa directs marketing, and coordinates the commercial network and company image. They develop research programs to improve production, production techniques and the wine tradition. They use organic fertilizers of animal and/or vegetable origin, sustain biodiversity, don’t use chemical synthesis techniques, refuse GMO, and sustain scientific research using technology to guarantee high quality standards for their wines. Moreover, they preserve and respect the rural landscape and assure to the customer a range of excellent wines of high quality, free of chemical residues, sustainable, and good for our health too.

Oltrepo Pavese Moscato 2017 $72, $68/3; $64/5 750 ml x 6pk

Sangue di Giuda Oltrepo Pavese 2018 $96, $88/3; $80/5 750 ml x 6pk

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Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 'Corte Majoli' 2017 $168, $160/3; $152/5 750 ml x 12pk

Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Superiore 2017 $176, $168/3; $160/5 750 ml x 12pk

Amarone della Valpolicella 'Corte Majoli' 2015 $240 750 ml x 12pk

Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena 2012 $432, $424/3; $412/5 750 ml x 12pk

Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena Riserva 'Brolo delle Giare' 2012 $540, $500/2 750 ml x 12pk

For three generations, the Tezza family have been dedicated winegrowers. The Valpantena, a valley that lies in a niche between Lake Garda and the arc of the Alps, forms the link between the city of Verona and the Lessina mountains. This location gives the Valpantena a uniquely temperate climate that suits it for plants that are more typical of Mediterranean climates, such as grapevines, olive trees, and cypress. According to the historian Caliari, its name means “Valley of all of the gods,” an explanation accredited by the presence of an underground Roman temple still visible today, the Pantheon di Santa Maria in Stelle. Once fissured by glaciers, the Valpantena today boasts limestone-derived soils, extremely favorable for vine-growing. The production centre of the winery, located in Poiano, comprises the drying loft, and the winemaking and bottling cellar. The Tezza family has committed to organic farming practice; conventional chemical fertilizers, weed killers and anti-parasite products have been replaced by non-invasive natural methods and techniques such as integrated pest management, disruption of the reproductive cycles of parasites and mechanical removal of weeds, with total respect for the environment.

T E Z Z AVENETO

CERTIFICATION: Suolo e Salute

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ORANGE

CERTIFICATION: Australian Certified Organic

See Saw’s certified organic wines are grown in the mountainous, cool-climate Orange wine region in New South Wales, where owners Justin and Pip Jarrett are guided by their philosophy to leave a positive environmental legacy. Their sustainably grown fruit comes exclusively from their pristine vineyards, and their award-winning range of sparkling, white and red wines are characterized by their elegance and balance. The team at See Saw Wine believe that sustainability is about more than just growing organic grapes or recycling packaging. Their efforts in environmental sustainability go beyond producing some of Australia’s best certified organic grapes to include managing natural resources, being water and energy efficient, using solar power and reducing waste. Being a sustainable business also takes into consideration economic feasibility and social equality and impact.

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Chardonnay 2019 *NEW* $144, $136/3; $128/5 750 ml x 12pk

Shiraz 2018 *NEW* $144, $136/3; $128/5 750 ml x 12pk

Pinot Noir 2019 *NEW* $144, $136/3; $128/5 750 ml x 12pk

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HAWKES BAY

CERTIFICATION: BioGro NZ

Supernatural Wine Co. is a producer of certified organic, naturally vinified, low sulphur white and skin-fermented wines from a north-facing hillside estate in Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand. Established by the Collinge family – Ginny and Jeremy and son Gregory – in 2009 when they decided to stop selling off the grapes from their estate vineyards and start producing their own wines. The family’s Millar Estate, overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Hawke’s Bay, is one part agritourism haven, one part art-house, and one part boutique winemaking facility. Their winemaking philosophy relies on great terroir and traditional processes. The aim is to make all wines at Supernatural Wine Co. as naturally as possible in order to produce true terroir driven wines.

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Sauvignon Blanc 'The Supernatural' 2018 $188, $176/3; $168/5 750 ml x 12pk

Sauvignon Blanc 'Green Glow' 2019 *NEW* $228, $218/3 750 ml x 12pk

Sauvignon Blanc 'Minus 220' 2019 *NEW* $258 750 ml x 12pk

Pinot Gris 'Spooklight' 2019 *NEW* $258 750 ml x 12pk

Petillant Nature 'The Super Nat' 2019 $200 750 ml x 12pk

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MENDOCINO

CERTIFICATION: California Certified Organic Farmers

With many harvests under her belt and her passion for winemaking strong, Carol Shelton has become an iconic woman winemaker. One of the first to earn her Bachelor’s degree in Enology from UC Davis, she has never looked back, working her first harvest in 1978 and every harvest since then. In 1981, Carol began working for Rodney Strong and Windsor Vineyards. During her 19-year stint as winemaker at Windsor, Carol had the opportunity to bottle 45 different wines each year, ranging from sparkling wines to port, with Zinfandel coming up as her favorite wine time and time again. It was the unpretentiousness and range of flavors that drew Carol further into the exploration of Zinfandel. This included making various Zinfandels from different growing regions and allowing the terroir to speak through the wine. Then in 2000, at the urging of Carol’s husband Mitch, she decided to start her own winery, acting as President and Winemaker. Many of her vineyard sources are organically grown, dry farmed and decades old. She develops close partnerships with each grower to ensure her wines maintain and express the unique terroir of the vineyard

Zinfandel 'Wild Thing' Mendocino 2017 $168, $160/3; $152/5 750 ml x 12pk

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H O B O W I N E C O M PA N Y

MENDOCINO

CERTIFICATION: California Certified Organic Farmers

Lynn Wheeler is the winemaker and owner of Edith and Ida. She is also the longtime partner of Kenny Likitprakong of Hobo Wine Company. Their philosophy is “We believe in unforced wines. We believe in making the best wine possible, but there are lines we are not willing to cross. We believe in minimal processing as a goal, but modern winemaking as an option. Stylistically, we strive for balance above all else, but varietal and geographical distinction are also goals.” From Lynn: “I am proud of the Edith and Ida Chardonnay because it embodies work and love. The vines are organically tended and very old and I find perfectly express all that is delicious in California fruit.”

Sauvignon Blanc 'The Way Back' 2019 *NEW* $132, $128/3; $120/5 750 ml x 12pk

Chardonnay 'Edith & Ida' Mendocino 2017 $236, $216/2 750 ml x 12pk

Valdiguie 'Film & Camera' Redwood Valley 2018 $216, $208/3; $200/5 750 ml x 12pk

Pinot Noir 'Gas, Food, and Lodging' Potter Valley 2017 $284, $276/3; $268/5 750 ml x 12pk

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Chardonnay 'Double L Vineyard' Santa Lucia Highlands 2016 $180 750 ml x 6pk

Pinot Noir 'Double L Vineyard' Santa Lucia Highlands 2016 $240 750 ml x 6pk

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SANTA LUCIA HIGHLANDS

CERTIFICATION: USDA Organic

In 1982, Dan Morgan Lee and his wife Donna purchased their first grapes and barrels and started Morgan Winery in a small, leased facility. Both kept their “day jobs” for a number ofyears. Morgan earned early acclaim, and over the years became one of the Central Coast’s most recognized labels. After sourcing grapes from other vineyards for 15 years, Dan & Donna invested in their belief in the Santa Lucia Highlands with the purchase of a 65 acre property in 1996. The vineyard was developed and named “Double L” (“Double Luck” in honor of the couple’s twin daughters). In 2001, Double L became the first and only Certified Organic property in the Santa Lucia Highlands, and is now considered one of the best vineyards in the region. The Santa Lucia Highlands is an ideal location for organic winegrowing. The strong winds and temperate climate are natural deterrents to many vineyard pests. Slow, gentle ripening lasts four to five weeks longer than most regions in California, lack of damaging harvest rains extends the crush safely into the fall. The result is fully developed varietal character in every grape.

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Pinot Gris 'Rudolfo' Willamette Valley 2017 $192, $176/2; $168/3 750 ml x 12pk

Pinot Noir 'Five Blocks' Willamette Valley 2015 $264, $248/2; $240/3 750 ml x 12pk

Pinot Noir 'Temprance Hill' Eola-Amity Hills 2013 $408, $376/2; $368/3 750 ml x 12pk

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WILLAMETTE VALLEY

CERTIFICATION: Oregon Department of Agriculture, USDA Organic

The Lumos Wine Company was launched in 2000 by Dai Crisp and his wife and business partner, PK McCoy. In 1990, Dai began professionally growing wine grapes at Croft Vineyards where he developed his own unique, that is to say, earth and people-friendly style of grape growing. This philosophy of using a natural approach with minimal intervention also drives the winemaking. With the help of his dauntless crew, Dai grows all of the fruit that goes into the Lumos wines on three different USDA Certified Organic vineyards. Notably, one of these vineyards – Temperance Hill – is heralded as ‘One of Five Oregon Vineyards Worth Knowing’ according to Wine Enthusiast. Dai also happens to be the vineyard manager of this 100-acre site, a position he’s held since 1999.