Chateau Branaire-Ducru, Saint-Julien, France 2016 Valravn Josep and Joan d'Anguera craft

Josep and Joan d'Anguera craft this old vine Garnacha from vineyards that have been planted in Montsant since the 1820s

Cava's name derives from the Spanish word for an underground cellar

supple and layered feel on the palate

an incredible balance between both sweet and spicy notes

the wine will balance out full

Chateau Branaire-Ducru, Saint-Julien, France 2016 Valravn Josep and Joan d'Anguera craftThe core of this red is loaded with pure plum, blueberry and black currant fruit flavors. The polished structure is integrated, with alluring ganache, anise and sweet tobacco notes throughout, all in a polished and balanced frame. A very classy red that isn't shy about its power but pushes its purity to the fore. 96 Pts Wine Spectator