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Discover the Unexpected

Step beyond the familiar and discover wines with a different story to tell. This collection brings together indigenous grape varieties, historic winemaking traditions, emerging wine regions and unconventional styles selected because they offer something genuinely distinctive. From Vranec in North Macedonia and Saperavi in Georgia to skin-contact wines and pét-nat from Tasmania, these are bottles for curious wine drinkers who want to explore beyond the usual Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and famous appellations.
Origin Multiple wine regions
Also known as Rare Grapes, Hidden Regions & Unusual Wine Styles
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Where It Is Grown

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North Macedonia
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Georgia
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Lebanon
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Tasmania
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Armenia
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Hungary
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Tunisia
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Typical Tasting Profile

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Fruit

Ranges from dark blackberry, plum and cherry in Vranec and Saperavi to citrus, stone fruit, orchard fruit and tropical notes in indigenous white varieties.

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Floral / Herbal

Mediterranean herbs, dried flowers, tea, wild herbs, savoury notes and distinctive regional aromatics.

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Spice / Other

Black pepper, liquorice, clove, dried spice and earthy savoury notes, depending on grape and region.

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Oak Influence

Styles range from completely unoaked and low-intervention wines to structured reds matured in oak. Orange wines, qvevri wines and pét-nat may rely more on fermentation technique and vessel character than conventional oak ageing.

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Structure

Acidity Varies from medium to high, with many wines selected for freshness and regional character.
Tannin Ranges from low in aromatic whites and sparkling wines to firm and structured in varieties such as Vranec and Saperavi.
Body Light to full-bodied
Sweetness Predominantly dry
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What to Expect in the Glass

Expect wines with personality rather than predictability. Some are made from grape varieties you may never have tasted before; others come from wine countries rarely encountered on conventional wine lists. The collection spans powerful Balkan reds, aromatic Georgian whites, textured skin-contact wines, pét-nat and other distinctive expressions. The common thread is originality, regional identity and a compelling reason to explore beyond the familiar.

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Famous Regions & Appellations

Tikveš Kakheti Bekaa Valley Cradle Coast Tasmania Ararat Valley Lake Balaton Cap Bon

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