PICKING UP GOLD AT THE SOMMELIER WINE AWARDS 2024
he Sommelier Wine Awards are specifically tailored for the on-trade, showcasing the finest wines that are available for high-end venues like hotels, bars and restaurants. With a focus on quality and craftsmanship, these awards are judged by some of the best palates in the hospitality industry, making any mention from this distinguished panel a prestigious achievement.
It is with great pride that we announce Robin Baum Wines Veneto Bianco 2020 has won a Gold Medal at the 2024 awards, alongside a ‘Critics Choice’ and a ‘Pub & Bar’ recommendation.
WHAT THE JUDGES SAY
The judges’ remarks highlighted the exceptional qualities of our Veneto Bianco 2020, offering a vivid picture of its remarkable characteristics:
• “Immediate stone fruit, apricot and peach yoghurt, as well as honey and buckwheat. Beeswax on the palate, with grain and cereal notes, and a touch of orange. A gastronomic style, with depth.” – Matthew Davison, Moor Hall
• “Mineral and savoury notes, with orchard and stone fruit. A food-friendly wine that would be perfect for a gastropub.” – Giacomo Recchia, Bob Bob Ricard
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR AWARD-WINNING WINES
RBW Veneto Bianco 2020 is just one of the exceptional wines crafted by Robin Baum, an English winemaker renowned for his expertise. Each wine under the RBW label is primarily matured in ceramic egg-shaped vessels, earning Robin the affectionate nickname “The Egg Man.” To learn more about our wines, please contact us at 07778311625 or email robinfbaum@gmail.com.
THE EGGMAN PRESENTS
RBW represents a collection of artisan wines created by Robin Baum in Italy, using traditional methods that enhance the natural character of the grapes. Robin’s bespoke approach involves the use of ceramic egg-shaped vessels, which enhances the circulation of juice and interaction with the lees during fermentation, allowing for more complex and refined flavours. His pioneering use of these vessels has made him a well-known figure in the world of natural wine.
Starting in Chianti, Robin expanded his ceramic egg collection, working with producers in Veneto, Montalcino and Sicily to craft an outstanding portfolio of wines. The benefits of using ceramic eggs include:
1. Natural slow oxidation of the wine
2. Temperature control through natural cooling via the porous walls of the vessel
3. The vessels are inert, showcasing the wine’s natural characteristics with no external influence.
All the vineyards where Robin works follow organic or biodynamic practices, ensuring the wines are as natural as possible.
Welcome to the world of truly natural wine!
IT IS RAINING MEDALS ON THE EGGMAN!
THANK YOU, MR WINEHUNTER!
In November 2023, RBW Wines participated in the Merano Wine Festival for the first time, a prestigious event in the Alto-Adige region of Northern Italy. After blind tastings by the WineHunter panel, our wines earned multiple accolades, including:
• 2018 Veneto Pinot Nero – Gold
• 2020 Veneto Garganega IGT – Rosso
• 2015 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG – Rosso
• 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG – Rosso
• 2018 Chianti Classico DOCG – Rosso
We are proud to share that all our wines scored above 90 points, with the Pinot Nero earning a remarkable 96 points, making it one of the highest-rated wines at the festival.
In the UK, we sell our wines exclusively through direct sales, ensuring better prices for our customers. Contact details for both UK and Italy are available below.
Newsletter August 2023
WINES MADE BY “THE EGGMAN “ IN TUSCANY, VENETO AND SICILY
Explore our full range of wines, made by The Eggman, available for direct purchase from our wine warehouses in Tuscany and London.
Whether you’re seeking Chianti, Sangiovese or wines from Sicily and Veneto, we offer direct access to an exceptional portfolio of multiple award-winning wines.
Contact us for more information and to place an order today!
“ONE STOP SHOPPING”
JUST RELEASED ETNA ROSATO 2022
ANOTHER MEDAL 2018 IGT
100% Sangiovese – no oak matured 24 months in Porcellanea ceramic egg shaped vessel.
GLOBAL MASTERS SANGIOVESE 2023 Blind Tasting BRONZE MEDAL
To add to Bronze medals awarded to Chianti Classico Riserva 2016, Pinot Nero 2018 and Silver medal to Brunello di Montalcino 2015 in previous Global Masters tastings AND 91/100 to Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2017 in Decanter tasting last year.
NOT JUST CHIANTI – NOT JUST SANGIOVESE
Winemakers Club Italia makes wines under its RBW brand label in wineries situated in Veneto, Sicily and Montalcino as well as Radda in Chianti and Castellina in Chianti.
Together with Setriolo in Castellina MERLOT 2019 was matured for 2 years in my original Magnum 675 ceramic egg made in Barossa Valley, Australia.
In Veneto in partnership with Contra Soarda VENETO BIANCO 2020 and PINOT NERO 2018 both matured in Clayver trio ceramic vessels . Yes, of course they are egg shaped!
In Sicily we have just bottled ETNA ROSSO 2019, 100 per cent Nerello Mascalese grown on the northern slopes of Mt Etna.
In Montalcino, BRUNELLO 2015 made in partnership with Fattoria dei Barbi and, of course, 100 per cent Sangiovese.
NEWS from THE EGGMAN May 2022
Each year, Robin Baum produces a limited-edition wine, crafted from exceptional grapes and matured in his signature ceramic egg vessels. Past releases have included unique blends, such as the 2017 (46% Merlot, 36% Alicante Bousquet and 18% Sangiovese) and the 2018 (Sangiovese), both of which showcase the purity of the grape without the influence of oak.
In 2022, a 95% Merlot blend, matured in an Australian Magnum 675 ceramic egg, was released in a limited run of just 800 bottles. This wine demonstrates the true character of Merlot, delivering a smooth, silky experience with a distinct fruit-forward profile.
Stay tuned for upcoming releases and enjoy the craftsmanship behind each bottle.