Vino with Micha

19/01/2025

******************** CADUCEUS CELLARS ********************

Maynard James Keenan, an acclaimed musician and visionary, has not only left an indelible mark on the music industry but has also ventured into the realm of winemaking in Arizona. As a true pioneer, he embarked on a remarkable journey, creating the Caduceus Label for his esteemed Arizona vineyard, Merkin Vineyards.

Amidst the bustling life of recording and touring with his award-winning bands Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer, Keenan found a moment of serendipity while gazing out from his patio. It dawned on him that the climate, soil, and terrain surrounding his abode in Northern Arizona bore striking resemblance to the hallowed grounds of renowned wine regions across the globe.

With this revelation, Keenan's passion for winemaking was ignited. In collaboration with his dedicated family, he founded Caduceus Cellars & Merkin Vineyards, a small-scale, independent winery that embodies their collective vision. Committed to excellence and driven by a quest for quality, their production remains deliberately limited, allowing them to craft wines of unparalleled character and distinction.

Guided by Keenan's unwavering dedication to his craft, Caduceus Cellars & Merkin Vineyards have become a testament to the harmonious union of artistry and winemaking. Through meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of the terroir, they have unlocked the true potential of Arizona as a thriving wine-producing region.

Keenan's creative spirit, honed through years of musical innovation, now finds expression in the art of winemaking. Each bottle from the Caduceus Label carries not only the richness of the land but also the soulful passion and relentless pursuit of perfection that define Keenan's artistic endeavors.

In a world often dominated by commercialism, Caduceus Cellars & Merkin Vineyards offer a glimpse into a more intimate and personal approach to winemaking. It is a family affair, where every step, from vine to bottle, is executed with care and reverence. The limited production ensures that each wine is an embodiment of the essence of the land, a testament to the dedication and craftsmanship of those involved.

As the Caduceus Label continues to captivate wine enthusiasts, it stands as a testament to Maynard James Keenan's multifaceted talent and his unyielding commitment to exploring and mastering diverse artistic avenues. With each sip, one can taste the fusion of Arizona's terroir and Keenan's creative spirit, a symphony of flavors that celebrates the profound beauty found in the convergence of art, music, and winemaking.

His Velvet Slippers Club wines are work of art and ultra rare, making them ideal wines for any avid wine collector.

The wines from Velvet Slippers Club will not be featured in any retail store, as they are allocated specifically to winery's wine club members, hence why we are even more excited to be able to offer this hard to find gems.

Wines on offer are as following:

- 2016 Caduceus Cellars Velvet Slippers Club Menti Rosso
- 2016 Caduceus Cellars Velvet Slippers Club Barbera
- 2016 Caduceus Cellars Velvet Slippers Club Negroamaro
- 2015 Caduceus Cellars Velvet Slippers Club Barbera

- 2016 Caduceus Cellars Airavata Garnacha
- 2015 Caduceus Cellars Kitsune Sangiovese
- 2015 Caduceus Cellars Airavata Garnacha
- 2014 Caduceus Cellars Dos Ladrones Chardonnay / Malvasia Bianca
- 2014 Caduceus Cellars Le Cortigiane Oneste Barbera

If you wish to take advantage of this offer, message me privately for prices and availability.

Till next time, swirl, sip, savour, enjoy.

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30/08/2024

There is still time to secure some of this great drop in time for Father's Day.
I am delivering in all local areas (All Adelaide Area) tomorrow so hop on the website and grab a bottle or two of this generous Barossa Shiraz.
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Till next time swirl, sip, savour, enjoy.

The 2022 JJ Hahn Hermann's Vineyard is a typical full bodied example of Barossa Shiraz, brimming with dark plum, chocolate and licorice flavours. The combination of French and American oak brings another dimension to the wine, and reflects the flavours of cedar wood spiced with vanilla pods. Amazing...

14/06/2024

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30/05/2024

2 versions of great Nebbiolo.
One grown in the hills not far away from me The Adelaide Hills and the other from the hills of Piemonte more precisely area called Diano d’Alba.

An incredible wine grown locally from 2007 vintage produced by Arrivo winery by Peter Godden and the other one by an amazing couple Giovanna Bagnasco and her partner Carlo Mondavi grandson of famous Robert Mondavi.

Arrivo is stylish, beautifully aged with dark cherry laced with orange peel and sandalwood character while the 2020 Sori della Sorba still in its infant stage with characters developing while exposed to the air.
Both wines are whimsical in their own right full of charisma showcasing how versatile Nebbiolo can really be.
Sori is just a baby showcasing characters many Barolo producers would be envy of, while Arrivo could easily be one of the best Aussie Nebb’s I have tasted in a while.
Both are screaming for some nibbles so slowly braised veal shank cooking at the moment will do them justice.
Remarkable how well integrated both are one with age and the other one just starting its journey to greatness.

11/05/2024

A top natural winemaker in the Eastern Loire, Pabiot fashions mineral, complex Sauvignon Blanc.

One of Loire's youngest producers, Jonathan Didier Pabiot’s wines are organically certified and he employs many biodynamic principles in an effort to ensure that his wine gives a true representation of the magical terroirs of Pouilly-Fumé.
Consistently voted among the best winemakers in France, he is being touted as the successor to French winemaking superstar Didier Dagueneau – high praise indeed!

2021 DOMAINE DIDIER PABIOT 'ELISA' POUILLY FUME
Sold as Prélude until the 2020 vintage, the Pouilly Fumé Élisa offers freshness, brightness, minerality, and is energetic and well balanced.
It is based on four- to 12-year-old vines which are organic certified.
The palate offers flavors of grapefruit, mineral, light smoke, apricot, and pear. The finish is refreshing and structural.

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