MUST BUY J.G. Benda Rosso di Montalcino 2021

We are proud to present the very first release from one of Montalcino’s most exciting new projects. John Benda grew up in Rome but spent most of his life in London, where he made a career in finance. He developed a deep passion for fine wines, and boldly changed course and rededicated himself to winemaking. Drawn to the wild landscapes of Tuscany, he moved to Montalcino, where he spent years learning the ins and outs of Brunello production.

An opportunity then presented itself, and John pounced: at auction he purchased a large plot of untouched forest containing two one-hectare vineyards. It is an exceptional terroir, isolated deep in the woods at the highest point of the Brunello zone on soils rich in sand, limestone, and rocky galestro.

    J. G. Benda’s first release is an energetic Rosso di Montalcino of incredible purity and vibrancy from these remote vineyards high in the woods near Montosoli. The deep perfume of flowers, turned earth, and vivid berry fruit, along with the elegant, satiny tannin, make this a truly special Rosso radiating class and finesse. You won’t want to miss this inaugural red from a young Montalcino prodigy. Only 1000 cases are produced at this tiny but extraordinary winery.

This is the first vintage made, and I suspect it will prove difficult to find. The J. G. Benda 2021 Rosso di Montalcino comes from organic and biodynamic vineyards that the young and ambitious John Gregory Benda acquired in a foreclosure auction. Finding vineyard land in Montalcino is virtually impossible for a young, up-and-coming newcomer. This wine is beautifully fine and delicate with wild forest fruit, crushed stone and blue flowers. Winemaking follows classic Montalcino tradition.

This is a MUST BUY!!!!!!!!!!!

Ultimate Burgundy Wine Dinner 5/14

Join us as William Davis, Director of Education for Wilson Daniels, walks us through a lineup of some of their most prestigious Burgundy wines. Executive Chef Jason McDonald will be preparing perfectly complimentary dishes to transport us to the heart of Beaune.

Wednesday 5/14- 6pm to 8:30pm

Reception- Light Bites

Domaine Laroche Les Blanchots Grand Cru Chablis 2022

Jumbo Shrimp with Creamed Corn

Domaine Leflaive Bourgogne Blanc 2022

Esprit Leflaive Les Vergelesses Savigny Les Beaune Premier Cru 2020

Coq au Vin

Domaine Faiveley Gevrey- Chambertin Vieilles Vignes 2022

Domaine Faiveley Corton Clos de Cortons Grand Cru 2022

Artisanal French Cheeses with Baguette

Esprit Leflaive Nuits-Saint-Georges 2020