{"title":"Red Wine","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"cretazzo-irpinia-aglianico-doc-2020","title":"Cretazzo Irpinia Aglianico DOC 2020","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none absolute bottom-0 w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-testid=\"chat-page\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-testid=\"chat-page\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none absolute bottom-0 w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan role=\"button\" data-url=\"ca:\/\/s?q=Tell_me_more_about_Crypta_Castagnara_Aglianico\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eCrypta Castagnara Aglianico\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a bold, expressive red wine crafted from one of Campania’s most historic grape varieties. Grown in volcanic soils near Mount Vesuvius, this Aglianico delivers deep flavours of black cherry, ripe plum, and wild Mediterranean herbs, supported by firm tannins and a long, mineral‑driven finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand‑harvested and produced in small batches, this wine reflects Crypta Castagnara’s commitment to traditional winemaking and sustainable vineyard practices. Its structure and complexity make it an exceptional pairing for roasted meats, aged cheeses, and rich pasta dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImported exclusively by Wine Culture Inc., this limited‑production Aglianico offers Canadian wine lovers a rare opportunity to experience an authentic, terroir‑driven red from one of Italy’s most exciting regions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crypta Castagnara","offers":[{"title":"750mL","offer_id":43205419401275,"sku":"272970","price":27.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0024\/5307\/files\/Crettazo_hero.png?v=1770748115"},{"product_id":"taurasi-docg-2019","title":"Taurasi DOCG 2019","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none absolute bottom-0 w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-testid=\"chat-page\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-testid=\"chat-page\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-none absolute bottom-0 w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA powerful, long‑aged Aglianico from Montemarano and Castelfranci, offering deep ruby intensity with notes of morello cherry and wild berries—perfect alongside rich pastas, red meats, game, and aged cheeses.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e100% Aglianico – 13% vol.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eGrape production area:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMontemarano – Castelfranci\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eAltitude of the vineyards:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e500\/550 m3\/year\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eVineyard training:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSpurred cordon\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWine aged for over 4 years, of which at least 18 months in French oak barrels, refined in bottle for no less than 1 year.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis wine has an intense ruby color, tending toward garnet-orange, is full-bodied, and has a full flavor. The palate leaves hints of morello cherry and berries. It should be served at approximately 18-20°C, making sure to uncork the bottle a few hours beforehand.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003ePairings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRecommended with first courses with sauce, red meats, game and well-aged cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crypta Castagnara","offers":[{"title":"750mL","offer_id":43206060015675,"sku":"272996","price":36.45,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0024\/5307\/files\/Taurasi_hero.png?v=1770749980"},{"product_id":"les-jeunes-rois","title":"Gevrey Chambertin Les Jeunes Rois 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a story of friendship and of a return to the soil, a story of two men who have worked together to restore life and vitality to the vineyards of the familial estate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDomaine Le Guellec-Ducouet was created in 2018 following the takeover of family vines. Friends Arnaud Ducouet and Michaël Le Guellec are now cultivating 3.7 hectares of vines in the commune of Brochon, in the appellations of Gevrey-Chambertin, Côtes de Nuits Villages, and Bourgogne Côte d’Or.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTasted from multiple Francois Freres barrels including new French oak barrels (that will make up circa 30% of the final blend) as well as used barrels, this fabulous lieu dit ‘single vineyard’ wine already displays deep dark alluring aromatics that whispers notes of black currant, sloe berries, dark forest berries and sweet Christmas spices. There’s a medium bodied silky soft fine texture together with beautifully suave sophisticated supple tannins interwoven with cool bright acids and incredibly intense finish that’s long and pure fruited with an unobtrusive kiss of oak spice. A genuinely sophisticated 2023 Gevrey that offers a notable mid-palate tension and structure that is seemingly lacking in many other domaines’ wines. 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Such invigorating energy and vibrancy reverberate through the wine, showing sun raisined black cherry, beautifully polished marble tannins and a cool, taut, pinpoint focus on the delicately brûléed oak spice finish. Super complexity and class from this monopole vineyard make this another ‘go-to’ wine for avid collectors in 2023. 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Crafted from vines averaging 37 years of age and grown on deep gravel and gravel-clay soils, this vintage reflects both the character of its terroir and the exceptional conditions of the 2018 growing season. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e64% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e26% Merlot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-harvested between late September and mid-October, the grapes were vinified in concrete and stainless-steel vats before ageing for a minimum of 12 months in oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is vibrant and expressive, offering aromas of fresh red and black fruits, including blackcurrant, strawberry, and raspberry. 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Crafted predominantly from Merlot, this vintage offers an inviting expression of ripe fruit, balance, and refinement, making it approachable in its youth while maintaining impressive depth and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlend\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90% Merlot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% Cabernet Sauvignon \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged with 25% new oak barrels, the wine combines fruit purity with subtle complexity, allowing the vineyard character to shine through while adding texture and polish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoulin d'Issan 2020 opens with expressive aromas of fresh red fruit. The palate delivers a harmonious balance between vibrant fruit and structured tannins, supported by a rich texture and impressive depth. Velvety, well-integrated tannins lead to an exceptionally smooth and elegant finish that lingers pleasantly on the palate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppellation: Bordeaux Supérieur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage: 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 13.60%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH: 3.73\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Acidity: 3.43\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgeing: 25% new oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"LD Vins","offers":[{"title":"750mL","offer_id":43794883248187,"sku":"349547","price":42.45,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0024\/5307\/files\/ChateauDIssan300x600.png?v=1784124489"},{"product_id":"moulin-d-issan-2020-bordeaux-superiore-copy","title":"Château Lilian Ladouys 2021, Saint-Estèphe","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined expression of Saint-Estèphe, \u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Lilian Ladouys 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vintage defined by balance, elegance, and terroir-driven character. Following a challenging growing season marked by spring frost, humidity, and mildew pressure, the vineyard's resilience and meticulous viticulture delivered a wine of remarkable freshness and precision. The result is a classic Bordeaux style that combines purity of fruit with structure and sophistication. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onedrive.live.com?cid=CA5D50025BF479EA\u0026amp;id=CA5D50025BF479EA!s168adb030351434c983a0a8ff2b27e97\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eBlend\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e53% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40% Merlot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1% Cabernet Franc \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 growing season benefited from cooler conditions and significant day-to-night temperature variations during harvest, allowing the grapes to achieve full maturity while preserving freshness. Higher acidity levels and moderate alcohol create a vibrant, classic Bordeaux profile with excellent balance and aging potential. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant aromas of fresh fruit lead the way, supported by captivating notes of spice, incense, and bitter cocoa. The palate is ample and velvety, revealing a finely structured framework with impressive precision and depth. 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