"Years ago when I was just starting out as a winemaker, it was almost unheard of to get French oak wine barrels and American oak barrels were for whiskey, not wine. But we still needed barrels to age our wine, so we purchased new and used bourbon barrels. Today, American and French oak wine barrels are commonplace, so the inspiration for 1000 Stories is a nod to the way things were. We have selected new and used bourbon barrels for these small batches of Zinfandel, which impart characteristics specific to these barrels: charred vanilla, dried herbs and a hint of caramel." Bob Blue
Producer : 1000 Stories Vineyards | Region : Mendocino County | Grape : Zinfandel | Volume : 75cl | ABV : 14.5%

A refreshing and balanced wine with bright fruit and a note of vanilla on the finish. Monterey's daily fog and wind is ideal for this coll climate variety. Slightly buttery, cooked oranges scent. Delicate stone fruits and saline texture, ripe mango and guava, long, succulent, quite pithy finish. All the vineyards of the Scheid family are certified sustainable and the winery is completely powered by renewable wind energy.
Producer : Scheid Family Wines | Region : Monterey - California | Grape : Chardonnay | Volume : 75cl | ABV : 13.5%

Like an unfolding song, wildflowers reveal there is something natural happening in the organic vineyards in Hawke's Bay. These vineyards have a harmony, energy and uniqueness about them we believe you can taste in the wine. Packed with nectarine, grapefruit and rockmelon characters with an elegant lime zest lift. The palate is generous and flavoursome with excellent fruit intensity, beautifully structured by juicy acidity, with a long finish.
Producer : Awanga Estate | Region : Hawke's Bay | Grape : Sauvignon Blanc | Volume : 75cl | ABV : 12.5%

We would love you to try this exciting blend of the pioneering organic Viognier and the local Sicilian Grillo grape. Refreshingly zesty, we recommend drinking it chilled as an aperitif, with grilled vegetables or seafood.
Producer : Santa Tresa | Region : Vittoria | Grape : Grillo - Viognier | Volume : 75cl | ABV : 13.5%

The Rina Russa is made from Frappato, a grape native to Sicily, in region of Vittoria in the South East of the island. An elegant red, which is full of delicious summer fruit flavours. In Sicily they drink it slightly chilled with grilled tuna!
Producer : Santa Tresa | Region : Vittoria | Grape : Frappato | Volume : 75cl | ABV : 13.5%

Like an unfolding song, wildflowers reveal there is something natural happening in the organic vineyards in Hawke's Bay. These vineyards have a harmony, energy and uniqueness about them we believe you can taste in the wine. Bright and vibrant in colour with aromas of raspberries, violets and nutmeg. A wine made to look good when young but age impressively.
Producer : Awanga Estate | Region : Hawke's Bay | Grape : Syrah | Volume : 75cl | ABV : 13%

A very harmonious sparkling from the Loire with a complex nose of red fruits and delicate aromas.
Producer : Sauvion | Region : Loire | Grape : Cabernet Franc - Grolleau | Volume : 75cl | ABV : 12%

The estate is located at the bottom of the Solutre Rock, in the heart of the appellation. This prestigious terroir of Burgundy gives this wine its elegance and minerality. The subtle aromas of white flowers are perfectly blended with some notes of ripe fruits, grilled bread and spices. A perfect match with shellfish, fish casserole and goat cheeses.
Producer : Domaine des 3 Tilleuls | Region : Macon | Grape : Chardonnay | Volume : 75cl | ABV : 13%