Playlist’s Song Pairing:
Cage the Elephant's "Come a Little Closer" is an infusion of raw energy, a sonic spectacle born from a morning view of a São Paulo sunrise over favelas. Lead singer Matthew Shultz penned the tune, using the vibrant cityscape as his muse, translating his experiences into layered sonic narratives that beckon you to lean in, to "come a little closer”.
Listen with a glass of Intellego's "Hey Mila! Pet Nat Rosé," and you've got yourself a sensory delight. Named after Jurgen’s vivacious niece, Mila, who lights up any room she enters, this Mourvèdre pét-nat embodies her sprightly spirit. It's a vibrant pour that shows a different, earlier harvested side of Mourvèdre, echoing the pre-dawn inspiration of "Come a Little Closer." So pop the cork, press play, and let the music and wine illuminate your senses, just as a Brazilian sunrise and a young girl named Mila sparked the creation of these two masterpieces.
Intellego
Hey Mila! Pet Nat Rosé
Source: Intellego Wines
Region: Swartland, South Africa
Vintage: 2022
Grapes: Mourvèdre
Color: Rosé
Jurgen Gouws, the soul behind Intellego wines, is a firm believer in the rhythm of life and nature, and it shows in every bottle he crafts. His 'Hey Mila!' Pet Nat Rosé is no exception. Made from 100% Mourvèdre grapes handpicked from the granitic soils of Nyani vineyard, this wine is a testament to Gouws' dedication to let the vineyard do the talking. With no fining, filtering, or added sulfur, the wine is as honest and down-to-earth as it gets.
On the nose, 'Hey Mila!' greets you with a medley of smoked thyme, violet, and red plum. As you dive deeper, darker fruits like blueberry and black plum emerge, accompanied by a herbaceous vibe. The wine is light coral in color, and its bright acidity is as refreshing as a cool summer breeze. With a gentle tingle on your tongue before a dry finish, 'Hey Mila!' is ready to bring a fun, unpretentious vibe to your next get-together.
