Rioja’s Finca Martelo from Torre de Oña: ‘Lively and Young’

by Brice & Burnett | Oct 29, 2024 | All, International wines

Only produced in excellent years, Finca Martelo is one of the best modern Riojas on the market. From Torre de Oña, a tiny bodega in Rioja Alavesa, the spectacular 2016 vintage is made up of Tempranillo (94%) with small amounts...

Damascene’s New Releases – Raising the Bar

by Brice & Burnett | Oct 29, 2024 | All, Local wines

We’re delighted to bring you the ‘astounding’ sixth release from Damascene. In partnership with David Curl, Jean Smit has created a project with a simple aim: to make the best regional expressions from distinct terroirs across SA....

A Slice of History: ‘Stunning 2019 Barbarescos – Kerin O’Keefe

by Brice & Burnett | Oct 29, 2024 | All, International wines

Wine Cellar has had a deep love for Nebbiolo for many decades. The Barbaresco region in Piedmont is much smaller than Barolo, making these wines rather scarce commodities. And because Barbarescos are often undervalued in the global market,...

From Nadia Newton Johnson – exclusive & limited Hearth wines

by Brice & Burnett | Oct 25, 2024 | All, Local wines

Nadia Newton Johnson’s maiden release is a culmination of her love affair with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. With decades of experience, and having called Hemel-en-Aarde home since 2006, it was time to express herself. The result is a small batch of her...

Vilafonté Series C 2022: Pre-release allocations

by Brice & Burnett | Oct 25, 2024 | All, Local wines

We recently hosted an exclusive launch of the 2022 Vilafonté Series C alongside Bordeaux giants including the 100-pointer Lynch-Bages Pauillac 2019! Vilafonté was outstanding, and one thing rang true throughout the lunch: Vilafonté embodies luxury. Tasting the 2007,...