Summer Crushes

Light & Earthy

The vineyards of Fattoria di Sammontana are located along the hills that border the Arno River, 20km to the south west of Florence. Today, the family - now in its fourth generation - runs the farm according to organic and biodynamic practices, with the intent to fully preserve and sustain the traditions and winemaking history of the land.

This wine is a nod to the old tradition that made Trebbiano a compulsory component of any Chianti blend. Almost entirely Sangiovese with just a touch of Trebbiano, Alberese is such a delicious, simple and easy drinking wine that it could go with just about anything. 

We particularly love opening a bottle of Alberese when cooking pizza or when having an aperitivo before dinner: a beautiful choice with cured meats, cheeses and olives. Any rich pasta dish made with bacon and tons of pecorino would also be a delicious option!

Delivery timeline: We require one full case of each wine in order to build and fulfill three mixed cases. This process usually takes about 10-15 business days but may vary.

Untamed, expressive, and full of life — the “Wild and Unfined” mixed case from Celler Escoda Sanahuja celebrates wines made with minimal intervention and maximum personality. Crafted with native yeasts and bottled without fining or filtration, these bottles showcase the vibrant purity and wild character of the vineyard. Expect energetic textures, lively aromatics, and wines that feel as natural as they are unforgettable.

This 4-bottle mixed case includes the following wines:

1 bottle  x Celler Escoda Sanahuja Els Bassotets 2023 (Catalonia, Spain)
Orange | Chenin Blanc

Made sans soufre from Chenin and Macabeu, it’s clear, energetic, with vibrant fruit, clean, refreshing, above all digestible with around just 12% alcohol and made to accompany any situation. The name means the little Bassots, the name of the parcel from which Joan Ramon’s second white comes because this is the lighter, little brother wine of Bassots.

This wine is ideal with risotto and creamy pasta recipes.

1 bottle  x Celler Escoda Sanahuja Els Bassots 2023 (Catalonia, Spain)
Orange | Chenin Blanc

 Joan Ramón's love for Chenin led him to plant some vines in Conca del Barberá, which resulted in a great success thanks to the cold and humid weather of the hills in Prenafeta. The high altitude makes possible the unbelievable: a juicy and mellow skin-contact wine with hints of caramel, citrus and earthy notes.

Pair Els Bassots with creamy cheeses and white meats.