1. September 2025
New wineries in our portfolio: Chateau Montelena & Cellar Balaguer
From September 1, we are expanding our wine portfolio with two outstanding wineries: Chateau Montelena from Napa Valley and Cellar Balaguer i Cabré from Priorat. Both stand for characterful wines that combine tradition, origin, and craftsmanship.
We are pleased to complement our assortment with two internationally renowned wineries, both representing top quality and unmistakable style.
Cellar Balaguer i Cabré – Priorat, Spain
In the heart of Priorat, in Gratallops, the family-run winery Cellar Balaguer i Cabré produces wines of remarkable depth and minerality. The focus is on the Garnacha grape, grown on steep terraces of Llicorella slate soils. Low yields, careful handwork, and minimal intervention in the cellar ensure authentic wines that express their terroir with power, elegance, and finesse.
Lluna Vella Priorat, Garnacha
Article #18719 (also available in Magnum (#18720))
This Grenache matured for one year in French barriques and three years in the bottle. It shows an intriguing, surprisingly fresh bouquet with aromas of strawberries, citrus fruits, and flowers, complemented by mineral notes. On the palate, well-balanced with juicy fruit, silky tannins, and refreshing acidity.
Perfect with white and red meats, Spanish rice dishes, and grilled food.
Insider tip: serve with grilled sea bass!
Chateau Montelena – Napa Valley, USA
At the foot of Mount St. Helena lies the historic Chateau Montelena, founded in 1882. The winery gained worldwide fame in 1976 when its Chardonnay triumphed at the «Judgment of Paris». Today, Montelena combines tradition with modern winemaking, crafting elegant, age-worthy wines with exceptional depth and structure.
Chardonnay, Napa Valley
Article #18717
The winemaker adapts his approach each vintage to match the quality of the grapes. 2022 started cool, then turned warm, resulting in an excellent harvest. Aromas of melon, orange blossom, peach, apricot, and kiwi, with hints of toast, mango, and lemon. On the palate elegant and mineral-driven, with crisp acidity. Long finish with subtle roasted notes.
Fantastic with seafood such as scallops and prawns, fish dishes, poultry, or pumpkin gnocchi.
Zinfandel, Napa Valley
Article #18718
2021 was a dry, warm year – perfect for Zinfandel. The wine matured for 16 months in French and American oak, 18% new barrels. Aromas of fresh cherries, black pepper, and tea, with earthy notes, undergrowth, and grilled mushrooms. On the palate tense, still a bit rustic with grainy tannins and juicy acidity that will soften with time. Long finish with mint and cocoa notes.
Ideal with grilled beef, lamb, game dishes, hearty stews, mature hard cheese, or roasted vegetables.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
Article #18716
Carefully selected harvest. After fermentation, the wine matured for 16 months in new and used oak barrels. Aromas of blueberries, prunes, dried cherries, plus bergamot, lavender, mint, sage, and a hint of gunpowder. On the palate dense yet harmonious, with juicy acidity, velvety tannins, and fine mineral notes. Long finish.
Excellent with braised and grilled beef, lamb, game, mushroom risotto, and mature hard cheese.
Discover the new wines now in our portfolio. Price lists in the partner area are updated. For more information and orders, please contact our sales team.
