{"title":"USD Wine Classic Selections 2026","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/9862\/3322\/files\/Email_Headers_600x600.png?v=1783962230\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThank you to everyone who stopped by the Sippin Somm Wines table at this year’s USD Wine Classic! We are thrilled to make these exceptional bottles available online so you can bring a piece of the grand tasting directly to your home cellar. This exclusive showcase features the two distinct flights poured during the event:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFeatured Tasting Selections:\u003c\/b\u003e The crowd-pleasing, vibrant stars of our main tasting table. From the bone-dry, creamy bubbles of our Sparkling Torrontés to the brooding, velvety depth of our Napa Valley Super Tuscan, these wines represent beautiful craftsmanship and outstanding character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSomm’s Speakeasy Selections:\u003c\/b\u003e The \"if you know, you know\" bottles. These are our highly coveted, ultra-limited allocation gems that were kept tucked away for those who asked. Featuring rare finds like our coastal Spanish Albariño and J Bookwalter's acclaimed 94-point Washington Cabernet, these premium bottles are the pinnacle of rarity and terroir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBring the spirit of the Wine Classic home. Pour a glass, relive the memories, and enjoy.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"la-trucha-albarino-2024","title":"Notas Frutales \"La Trucha\" Albarino 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n        body {\n            font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n            line-height: 1.6;\n            margin: 0;\n            padding: 20px;\n        }\n        .product-description {\n            max-width: 600px;\n            margin: 0 auto;\n        }\n        h1 {\n            font-size: 28px;\n            margin-bottom: 20px;\n        }\n        p {\n            font-size: 16px;\n            margin-bottom: 10px;\n        }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLa Trucha Albariño 2024\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the La Trucha Albariño 2024, a captivating expression of Rías Baixas' renowned winemaking prowess. 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Its layered profile is approachable yet nuanced, perfect for both casual sipping and thoughtful pairings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"somm-notes\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSomm Notes \u0026amp; Food Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChardonnay thrives in cooler climates, and the Russian River Valley provides ideal conditions for this varietal. Morning fogs, warm afternoon sun, and well-draining Goldridge loam soils allow the grapes to ripen slowly, preserving natural acidity, bright fruit flavors, and aromatic complexity. Compared to warmer regions like Napa Valley, Russian River Valley Chardonnay is more restrained and elegant, highlighting citrus, orchard fruit, and subtle minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis balance of climate and terroir makes the 2021 Avid Chardonnay extremely food-friendly. It pairs beautifully with roasted or grilled chicken, buttery seafood like lobster and scallops, creamy pastas, and mild Asian or Moroccan-inspired dishes. 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Sourced from sustainably farmed estate vineyards across Mendoza’s premier sub-regions—including the sun-drenched flats of Agrelo and the extreme, high-altitude foothills of the Uco Valley—this exceptional Argentine white wine challenges the conventions of sparkling wine production. Crafted under the guidance of legendary consulting oenologist Jean-Claude Berrouet (former winemaker of Château Petrus), this bottle brings Old World structural restraint to South America’s most expressive indigenous white grape.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Terroir Matrix: High-Altitude Mendoza Meets Traditional Winemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The secret to balancing this intensely aromatic grape lies in its geography. Tapiz harvests fruit from their \u003cstrong\u003eEl Jarillal Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e in Alto Agrelo, where intense solar radiation develops deep varietal aromatics. This is masterfully blended with high-altitude fruit that climbs up to 4,600 feet above sea level, locking in a bracing spine of natural, mountain-grown acidity. By eschewing the common tank-fermented Charmat method used for standard aromatic bubblies, Tapiz invests in secondary fermentation entirely inside the individual bottle. This lengthy \u003cem\u003emétodo champenoise\u003c\/em\u003e aging on the lees coaxes a remarkably fine, persistent mousse and rounds out the body, subduing the grape’s wilder impulses into a sophisticated, world-class Argentine sparkling wine.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes \u0026amp; Sensory Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    True to its varietal roots, this \u003cstrong\u003eMendoza Sparkling Torrontés\u003c\/strong\u003e opens with a gorgeously aromatic, perfumed muskiness packed with lush white peach, bright tangerine, fresh field flowers, and star jasmine. Don’t judge this book by its cover, though; the nose pulls a fast one on you. It sets you up to expect something sweet, but on the first sip, it delivers an ultra-refreshing, bone-dry profile defined by an almost saline minerality. Because of its extended time aging on the lees, the mid-palate carries a beautiful, rounded weight and texture driven by a mouthwatering, medium-plus acidity. It leaves a crisp slap of citrus zest, clean chalky minerals, and a vibrant hint of tropical pineapple on the lingering, crisp finish.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eSommelier Wine and Food Pairing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This unique interplay between a highly fragrant nose and a razor-sharp, textured palate is exactly what makes it a stellar partner for food. It naturally pairs beautifully with aromatic Asian and fusion dishes like \u003cstrong\u003eThai green curry, dim sum, and sushi\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its citrusy top notes complement fresh herbs and tame chili heat. At the same time, the fine bubble structure cuts right through the rich fats of crispy appetizers like tempura-fried asparagus or calamari, while its mineral-driven finish plays perfectly against fresh, high-acid seafood dishes like \u003cstrong\u003ePeruvian ceviche, raw oysters\u003c\/strong\u003e, or classic, savory Argentine empanadas.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCritical Acclaim and Ratings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVinous (Joaquín Hidalgo) – 90 Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e\"Lauded for its delicate floral and citrus nose, fine persistent bubbles, and an elegant, crisp finish that beautifully highlights its unique varietal origin.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling – 88 Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e\"Noted for its expressive aromatics, drawing comparisons to a vibrant, dry profile filled with fresh tropical and citrus highlights.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Monterey Bay Wine Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43590941245530,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/9862\/3322\/files\/IMG_4764_A.jpg?v=1783121420"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/9862\/3322\/collections\/usd_wine_classic.jpg?v=1784141106","url":"https:\/\/www.sippinsommwines.com\/collections\/usd-wine-classic-selections-2026.oembed","provider":"Sippin Somm Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}