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While large-scale productions dominate supermarket shelves, a passionate cohort of small-batch producers is redefining the grape, emphasizing site-specific character, meticulous farming, and artisanal winemaking. These vintners are crafting Merlots of remarkable depth, elegance, and authenticity. Here are five standout small-batch
This blend, often hailed as a quintessential California creation, combines the bold, fruit-forward personality of Zinfandel with the deep, structural backbone of Petite Sirah. The result is a wine of remarkable complexity, power, and age-worthiness that has earned a devoted
Often associated with high-alcohol, jammy fruit bombs from large-scale California producers, the grape has been both celebrated and maligned. Yet, beneath this mainstream reputation, a quiet revolution is brewing. A new generation of small, dedicated producers is reclaiming Zinfandel, crafting
While the First Growths of Bordeaux and grand crus of Burgundy will always form the bedrock of many portfolios, 2025 will see a pronounced diversification. Investors are increasingly seeking value and growth potential in non-traditional regions. Key areas of interest