Vermentino from 2 continentsIt can be so fascinating to experience the same grape grown in wildly different terroirs. You get to see the essential qualities that persist wherever it's grown, and then also taste the huge impact of place. We wanted to share this experience with these two stunning vermentinos. Old World: Punta Crena Riviera Ligure di Ponente Vermentino 2023 A classic expression of coastal Liguria, with bright citrus, Mediterranean herbs, and a distinctive saline

9 months of fermentation and aging in egg-shaped concrete tanks

The 2017 Mondeuse is crunchy and fruit-forward

Taut and focused on entry

This is the Sangiovese that always shows up overdressed—in the best way

It is then fermented in stainless steel tanks with natural yeasts

He produces wines from several different grape varieties

It is arguably one of the greatest

and did we mention that he’s rock star handsome

France Appellation: Savoie Color/Style: White Wine Grapes:  Jacquère

after harvesting for a couple of years at Domaine Alain Burguet in Gevrey-Chambertin as of 1996

The vineyards are farmed organically

This fun and chillable red comes from a single vineyard in the Riverland area