When it comes to the world of fine wines, few stories captivate the imagination as much as the journey of two labels that emerge from the same winemaker's artistic touch, yet are crafted in vastly different landscapes. The Hilt and Jonata, both under the guidance of the skilled hands of winemaker Matt Dees, exemplify the beauty of terroir-driven winemaking in California.  Introduction to The Hilt and Jonata The Hilt and Jonata are two distinct wine labels, each with its own identity, story, and purpose. Led by the visionary winemaker Matt Dees, these labels share a common thread that runs deeper...

Historic Roots in Gattinara Nervi-Conterno Winery carries a storied history that dates back to its foundation in 1906 by Italo Nervi, making it the oldest cantina in Gattinara, a renowned wine appellation in Piedmont, Italy. The winery's roots run even deeper, as many of its vineyards have been in the Nervi family for centuries, with mentions dating as far back as the 15th century. Gattinara itself holds great significance as a winemaking region, known for producing some of the purest expressions of Nebbiolo, the noble grape variety of Piedmont. Gattinara was awarded DOC status in 1967 and upgraded to the prestigious...

A Vintage of Centuries “This is the 40th year I have tasted barrel samples in Bordeaux, but I have never come across anything like the 2022 vintage.” — James Suckling Bordeaux lovers, rejoice! The 2022 vintage is shaping up to be one of the most exciting and promising in recent years. Despite the challenges posed by a record-breaking heatwave and drought, the wines have managed to retain a remarkable balance of fruit, acidity and tannin, even at this early stage, the wines show impressive harmony and structure, reminiscent of some of the best years in Bordeaux, such as 2018, 2009,...