The defining feature here is the two-stage maturation: six months in American oak followed by four months in charred bourbon barrels

The result is a bourbon with uncommon depth — charred oak

and the 2016 vintage took Gold at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition — consistent recognition that reflects the wine's vintage-over-vintage quality

Few vineyards in France can claim to be the literal birthplace of an entire appellation

followed by warmer waves of clove

Salvano Maestrale Barbera d'Alba mead The defining feature here isSalvano Maestrale Barbera d'Alba is a 100% Barbera red wine from Piedmont, Italy, bottled at 14% ABV in a standard 750ml format. This barrique aged expression earned a Gold Medal at the International Wine Challenge and 90 points from Wine Spectator, establishing it as a serious Barbera d'Alba that punches well above its weight class. Quick Facts: ABV: 14% Origin: Piedmont, Italy Barbera d'Alba DOC Producer: Salvano Production & Heritage Salvano is a