Delicious With

Steak is an obvious choice (because it really is a superb pairing) since the tannins will bind to the protein and make each bite taste softer. Hard cheeses like cheddar and Gouda are also great. Or combine with a meat and cheese duo like a cheeseburger – yum! Other great complements are dried porcini mushrooms, garlic, and herbs like rosemary or mint. Try with dark chocolate for a spectacular pairing!

Their Cred

Alta Orsa is a visionary project by winemakers Martin Bernal-Hafner, Roger Peng, and Ricardo Garcia. Farming is the core of their story and has been for more than three decades. As stewards of a 160-acre mountain property, they farm in a holistic manner – meaning they use organic and regenerative agricultural practices. Patience, observation, science, and experimentation guide their approach. Since the planting of their high-density vineyard in the late 1980s, they have practiced no-till farming, minimal organic sprays, no tractors between the rows, and no herbicides under the vine. This has led to truly unique, balanced, and age-worthy estate wines. Huge wines made in the most natural way – which is a rare find.