Alexandre Bain, La Levée 2018 Shiraz From the first presses of

From the first presses of grapes grown in the Saint-Véran lieu-dits Les Combes

I'm crying

but the fruit is what sets it apart - lemon

Bloody good

Alexandre Bain, La Levée 2018 Shiraz From the first presses ofPlace: Loire, France Grape: Sauvignon Blanc Vibe: Insane From a 2. 5 hectare plot with a fancy topsoil mix of clay, loam, and sand, before the vines dig their roots into the pure limestone below. Just a casual 42 months of ageing here for a wine where everything has been turned up to 11. Autumnal leaning with rich golden fruit, backed by layers of minerals and a nutty twist. The acidity is bracing, but not overwhelming, and is very much needed to keep