Tastes may change, but the right wine for you is what you’re enjoying right now!
Txomin Etxaniz Getariako Txakolina DO 2023
Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Riesling 2020
Silvana Pijoan Pobre Diabla 2022
Lioco Sativa Carignan 2022
Marcarini Barbera d'Alba 2022
Lioco Sativa Carignan 2022
Villa Sparina Gavi 2022
Silvana Pijoan Pobre Diabla 2022
Quinta do Vesuvio Pombal 2020
Château Troplong Mondot 2018
Anthill Farms North Coast Pinot Noir NV
It's all about Riesling!
Château Riquewihr Dopff Irion 2023
Forstmeister Geltz-Zilliken Riesling 2020
Hillick & Hobbs Riesling 2021
Pauly-Berweilier Dealcoholized Riesling NV
Saracco Moscato d’Asti 2022
Croix Estate 1904 Zinfandel 2022
Kenzo Estate Asuka Cabernet Franc 2020
Leviathan Red Blend 2021
Alpha Omega Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Faust Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Adelante Malbec 2022
Bodega Garzon Tannat Reserva 2021
Silvana Pijoan Pobre Diabla 2022
Clos Saint Jean CDP 2021
Hochar Chateau Musar 2020
Château Malherbe 2022
Domaine Raspail-Ay Gigondas 2021
The Lauverjat family's most popular wine is produced from a tiny parcel of land in the Sury-en-Vaux village. A classic example of Sancerre, the clean and tight minerality is opposed by a juicy green apple and Asian pear. Sustainable farming practices utilizing unconventional methods like seaweed to prevent grape disease, they hope to produce wine for generations to come.
Giocato Winery in Slovenia is located just miles from the Italian border and the winemaking region of Friuli. Aleks Simčič is the head winemaker for this cult brand, which if located two miles to the West would have a 40% markup. Prior to WWII, this Goriška Brda region was a part of Italy. This wine has notes of honeysuckle, citrus, and crisp apple.
This distinguished example of Tokaj's dry wine offerings is crafted from a blend of 70% Furmint and 30% Hárslevelű, sourced from a south/south-east facing vineyard at 300 meters above sea level, with soils comprising clay mixed with broken rocks and volcanic bedrock. Hand-harvested in the morning at the end of September and early October, the grapes are pressed in the cool night air, and fermented in stainless steel tanks.
The fantasy name ‘Branu’ originates from the Spanish word Verano, which was adopted from the Sardinian dialect to mean spring, hence the name suggests a rich freshness and beautiful new floral notes. The wine opens to reveal lemon zest, mint, and green apple aromas, complemented by flavors of crushed lime and salty minerals. Aged in stainless steel tanks presents a fresh, energetic profile that denotes a crisp and vibrant palate, giving way to hints of almond and rosemary.
Txomin Etxaniz, founded by the historic Txueka family in Getaria, has been producing wine since 1649. In 1980, Iñaki Txueka led the revitalization of Txakoli, contributing to the establishment of the D.O. Getariako Txakolina in 1989. The family exclusively cultivates indigenous Hondarrabi Zuri and Hondarrabi Beltza grapes on steep slopes near the Atlantic. The wine is fermented in stainless steel with indigenous yeast, retaining a touch of CO2 for freshness.
A strong Greek white from the isle of Santorini, this vintage in particular portrays the distinctive Assyrtiko grape, most notably its vibrant acidity and piercing minerality. The inclusion of Athiri and Aidaini, two other Greek varietals, adds a pleasant grapefruit and pomelo note, balanced alongside the flaky sea salt and a soft flint finish. An excellent representation of Santorini’s unique terroir, making it both approachable and endlessly revisitable.
The Pieropan vineyard is still enclosed by the original town walls, which date back several hundred years, framed by a picturesque medieval castle overlooking the grapes. The vineyard itself dates back to the late 19th century when the founder actually created a new style of dessert wine, the Recioto di Soave. A clay-laden soil and intense heat mean the few Garganega and Trebbiano grapes that are picked are ripe, simply bursting with concentrated flavor.
100% Ablbarino, grown with 35+ year old vines, this white wine from the Condado do Tea appellation of Spain is a true treat. The winemaker, Pablo Estevez goes out of his way to ensure a fully sustainable, organic and biodynamic vineyard, while ensuring the preservation of the indigenous flora and fauna. The moderate climate, south-facing vineyards and highly reflective granite contribute to a well-rounded and maximized Albarino.
Created in 1899 by Amable Deresertaux, four generations later his descendants Vincent and Christene manage the estate. Their philosophy has been to incorporate diversity into the traditional Chardonnay appellation. Their wines are likely to include the Pinot Blanc grape, evident in this wine. This wine is 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Blanc grown on the border of Cote de Nuits and Cote de Beaune.
Villa Sparina is a winery, operating out of the Piemonte region of Italy, named European Winery of the Year by Wine Enthusiast. Gavi is a wine style made of the Cortese grape varietal. If you notice the unique shape of the bottle, this was an intentional choice. Villa Sparina wanted a bottle that stood out as much as their wines do. They enlisted the help of designer Giacomo Bersanetti to create an entirely new concept based on an ancient bottle found during the restoration of the winery.
The Bourgros vineyard, located in the western part of the Grand Cru amphitheater, features 30-year-old vines on classic Chablis Kimmeridgian limestone and marl soils. Sustainably and organically farmed, the grapes undergo indigenous yeast fermentation in a 50/50 mix of oak and stainless steel, where malolactic fermentation also occurs. The wine offers aromas of barely ripe mango, lush passion fruit, tropical flowers, and Tahitian vanilla, with a textured, creamy palate balanced by floral notes.
A lesser-known variety that was first planted in Alto Adige sometime around the mid-19th century has blossomed to become one of the most-grown white varieties in the region. Loving a cool climate, at moderate elevations between 300m and 750m, the grape shines with a fresh bite, crisp fruit character, and highly integrated verticality.
The Zilliken family of Mosel, Germany has been crafting Riesling wines for five generations. Their viticultural history dates back to 1742 when royal forester Ferdinand Geltz founded the winery. They now make a range of award-winning Rieslings that are beloved worldwide. This wine is a delicious balance of acidic and sweet, with notes of tropical fruit like mango, and golden raisin.
An homage to the famous Dopff and Irion families, whose winemaking legacy dates back to the 16th century, though the chateau was originally owned by the Princess of Wurtemberg, giving additional meaning to the chateau’s nickname "the pearl of Alsace.” Entirely handpicked, this wine is 100% suitable for vegans and fermented with lees in stainless steel for a period of four months. Notes of tart white-fleshed fruit, toasted marcona almonds, white peppercorns, and grated ginger.
Saracco is a producer located in Piedmont, Italy that specializes in the characteristic Moscato d’Asti. This wine is perfect for someone who likes some sweetness in their wine. The wine has light bubbles, and aromas of sugared lemon zest, mint, honeysuckle, and stone fruit. With a six percent alcohol by volume, this is an easy-drinking wine that pairs well with dessert or spicy food.
Although the winery was founded in the 1980s, Frog’s Leap has been under construction since the 70s. Founding winemaker John Williams began working for Stag’s Leap wine cellars a year before the 1976 Judgment of Paris put Napa Valley on the world map. When the American winery beat out French wine in a blind tasting, Williams became "the” salesman of the region. After this success, he bought Frog Farm and founded Frog’s Leap. 50 years later, their 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is a resounding success.
A unique style of Sauvignon Blanc, the Cep vineyards stand apart from famous world styles like Sancerre, California, and New Zealand. The Cep style offers bright, sharp acidity, orange zest, black tea, and unique old vine characteristics from Bob Hopkins. Pomelo, pineapple, and fresh concrete gently embrace the back palate of this refreshing summer wine.
Located on the southeastern shores of Seneca Lake, the estate vineyards benefit from steep slopes and strategic row orientation, promoting optimal air circulation and early ripening. The 2021 vintage offers a textured Riesling with aromatic gardenia notes, complemented by layers of pear, citrus, and crushed rock that carry through to the palate. Whole cluster press, stainless steel tank fermentation, and aging provide a long finish enhanced by punchy acidity and persistent minerality.
Oregon territory is made and bottled by Paul O’Brien in Roseburg, Oregon. First grown in Oregon in 1865, Pinot Gris grows exceptionally well in the cool climate. The fruit is from dry-farmed vineyards in the Willamette Valley to ensure a late harvest and balanced acid. The wine is then cold fermented to encourage complexity and goes on to spend time in stainless steel.
Cadre creates wines from two SIP-certified sustainable vineyards in the cool Edna Valley. The Gruner Veltliner is located on some of the steepest and sandiest slopes in the region, creating stressed vines and complex fruit. The wine is fermented in 100% stainless steel, and aged on lees. "Band of Stones” has earned 93-point scores from Wine Enthusiast and International Wine Review, respectively.
Barboursville Winery is located on the Monticello estate. Yes, the same land previously owned by Thomas Jefferson, who foresaw Virginia as being an impactful worldwide wine-growing region. Today, the Barboursville estate in Virginia is owned by Gianni Zonin. Being from Italy himself, he sought land that mirrored the famous Piemonte region. The latitude of the vineyard, as well as the climate and terroir, meets this exact criteria. Perfect for growing Italian varietals in America.
Dry farmed in Swartland, South Africa, land ideal for growing the country’s flagship varietal of Chenin Blanc, A.A. Badenhorse produces incredible wines. The name Secateurs is the French word for pruning shears, a nod to the difficult cultivation of the French grape. The vineyard is relatively old for a "New World” wine, with vines steadily growing for 75 years. The wine is whole-cluster fermented with native yeast and minimal neutral oak.
An elegant, dry-style white wine from Washington's cooler Yakima Valley, features a bright golden hue and a complex nose of pink grapefruit, minerality, and fresh ginger. On the palate, it offers a velvety texture with hints of dried herbs and coriander, enhanced by its fermentation in neutral oak.
Stemming from Edna Valley, this coastal wine is 100% crisp Chardonnay. On the nose, this wine gives off aromas of lemon, creamed corn, and pear. Fossil Point is an interesting Chardonnay that is delightful and never boring.
Chantal Forthun is the female winemaker at Flowers, creating lean and refined versions of Chardonnays and Pinots, nestled in a stunning corner of Healdsburg CA. Refreshing salinity is balanced against finger lime and guava in this Chardonnay, which spends months mainly aging in oak barrels, only 18% of which is new French. The minimal use of new French frames the grape and its subdued, friendly notes as the main character, while the body keeps you coming back for glass after glass.
A scenic vineyard attached to a hotel and award-winning restaurant, Babylonstoren makes small-production wines in a classically old-world style. The grapes are whole-cluster pressed and inoculated in stainless steel tanks. Following a quick fermentation, the wine is moved to 300-liter French oak barrels, 40% new and 60% second use while being kept on lees for up to four months. A leaner style of Chardonnay, fresh with lemon zest, quince, kiwi, and white stone.
Named after the legendary Carter brothers’ Narrow Gauge railroad system used to transport goods, this Chardonnay is a celebration of the timeless classics, while embracing a forward-thinking mentality. A full yet refined and refreshing style of Chardonnay, the classic notes of pineapple and apple are present, complimented by a mild mineral undertone. The complex palate and nuanced mouthfeel are achieved through whole cluster press and a gravity flow into neutral French oak for 14 months.
The Mount Riley Sauvignon Blanc is a blend from various vineyards in Marlborough, New Zealand, including the Awatere and Wairau Valleys. Presenting a light, freshly mown grass note indicative of NZ Sauvignon Blancs, it’s balanced with a light straw color with green hues and a rich mouthfeel, offering intense yet refined flavors and a crisp finish. Aromas include pink grapefruit, passionfruit, white flowers, underripe currants, and a hint of finely minced herbs.
Coming from the prestigious region of Côtes de Provence near Bregancon where French Presidents summer, Château Malherbe keeps a surprising commitment to sustainability. The producer was an early adopter of the organic farming method since the 1960s and has recently earned its biodynamic certification. The blend of grenache and cinsault is fermented on lees for four months in stainless steel before resting in bottle. This is a classic example of a Provence-style rose with blood orange, and peach.
On the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain lies a hidden South African secret; Babylonstoren. Carried by no other wine bar in California, this succulent rose was fermented and matured in Nomblot cement eggs and terracotta amphoras. Named the official rose of the Chelsea Flower Show, this rose is unlikely any you've tried before.
The Azienda Agricola Poderi Marcarini family has been making wine for six generations. They have devoted their vineyards with the greatest sun exposure to the tending of Barbera, an ancient autochthonous variety from Alba, Piedmont. Under these conditions, these indigenous, unpretentious vines can produce the highest quality fruit. Partial use of Austrian oak bottis provide the wine with a warm spice and vanilla palate.
Vigneti Zabù is a young producer in Sicily founded in 2007. They aim to highlight the native varietals of the island. Annually, they make wine from the Nero d’Avola grape, the most widely planted grape in the region. The vineyard is set on the sloping Southwest coast, surrounded by olive groves. The 2021 vintage has a rich balsamic note, red fruits, and rosemary.
Bertani is such a famous producer of Amarone wine, that the two words are now synonymous. The Grezzana winery dates back to 1857 when brothers Giovan Battista and Gaetano Bertani founded the winery. The wine is produced in the Veneto region of Italy and is a classic Valpolicella blend. This is a rich, bold red that pairs well with beef and venison.
On the Adriatic Sea, in the Abruzzo region, La Quercia makes classic Montepulciano wines. The grapes are harvested from 20-50-year-old vines untouched by chemicals. Winemaker Antonio Lamona said, "I would rather forgo an entire vintage than put man-made pesticides in my soil”. The 2014 gives off marinated cherry, cedar, and licorice notes that pair well with Italian cured meats.
Right outside Asti, in the Piemonte region, Bava makes traditional Barolo wines. This wine is made from a blend of fruit from different vineyards. This wine is 100% Nebbiolo, a notoriously difficult to cultivate grape, grown on a cliffside since the 1600s. While this winery is deeply rooted in history, the company is looking to the future by focusing on sustainability. Bava uses grass and clippings as natural fertilizer, all wood used in the trellis structure is sourced from renewable forests.
A true embodiment of Barolo, with deep garnet hues and a lively accompaniment of red fruits, roses, and sous-bois undertones. This classic Barolo reflects decades of dedication to the people, places, and wines of the region. Crafted from some of the region's finest vineyards, the wine is traditionally vinified and aged in large oak casks for at least 18 months. It features rich, layered aromas and flavors of dark cherry, chocolate, and leather, supported by well-integrated tannins.
In 1966 when Italian viticulture was in a rough patch, Domenico Poggiali Fèlsina bought the estate and created Felsina. He set out to improve the overall quality of the wines, and it paid off. For 17 years, Felsina has been awarded Gambero Rosso’s prestigious Tre Bicchieri award. Their wines are authentic representations of the Tuscan Sangiovese varietal, with notes of pine, mushroom, and plum.
Argiano Estate DOCG has been undergoing a rebranding of sorts after Countess Noemi Marone Cinzano took over the place. Rather than relying solely on the appellation and fame of the label, personality and quality became paramount to the brand. Sebastiano Rosa was made General Manager of the company after spending six years at UC Davis, and two years at Chateau Lafite Rothschild. Dr. Giacomo Tachis, one of the most famous oenologists in Italy, became head winemaker.
Château Anthonic is an eco-conscious Bordeaux producer in the Medoc region. Winemaker Jean-Baptiste is a passionate agro-forester with a unique winemaking philosophy. The trees he carefully cultivates interact with the roots of the grapevines to achieve a dynamic ecosystem, creating healthy soils and excellent grapes. You can even sense a hint of eucalyptus in his wines. Despite famous neighbors in the Moulis-en-Médoc region, Château Anthonic remains approachable and down to earth, literally.
Château Troplong Mondot is a prestigious Saint-Émilion estate known for its rich terroir and exceptional quality, having been highly regarded since its acquisition by Christine Valette in 1980. Valette's transformative changes, such as manual harvesting and modernized cellars, elevated the estate’s reputation, culminating in its classification as a Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé in 2006.
Château Puy Blanquet is a refined and elegant Bordeaux wine from the prestigious Saint-Émilion region. This blend primarily consists of Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The palate presents a bouquet of ripe red fruits, most notably cherries and plums, structured alongside hints of chocolate and subtle spice. On the palate, it is smooth and well-structured, with soft tannins and balanced acidity, leading to a long and satisfying finish.
Domaine de la Noblaie is a balanced blend of organically farmed Cabernet Franc grapes grown in a scenic terroir composed of Senonian clay known as cornuelles and Turonian limestone known as tuffeau. Winemaker Jerome Billard oversees that this Chinon is hand-harvested, gravity-fed, and spends a minimum of 5 months on lees in stainless steel tanks. The vineyard dates back to the 16th century and is speculated to have been a part of the Knights Templar.
Chateau Beaubois is a Rhone region winery focused on showcasing the terroir through its wines. Since 1920, the winery has been doing things differently. The original owner Margueritte Mouret was one of the first women in the region to run a winery, now the vineyard is operating biodynamically. Un Amour de Syrah is a love letter to the raw elements of the Syrah grape. It spends 3 months in the tank, keeping it fresh and crunchy on the palate.
Domaine Raspail-Ay is an iconic producer of Gigondas wine. Unlike many Rhone wineries, Raspail-Ay strictly makes one wine per vintage. This means no Côtes du Rhône, no "Réserve”, "Vieilles Vignes”, or cuvée. The grapes are fully destemmed and aged in a mix of foudres and smaller barrels. The winery produces a traditional Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre blend with a strong aroma of raspberries, black pepper, and herbs.
Located near Le Crau in Chateauneuf de Pape lies the Clos Saint Jean estate. Despite being one of the oldest houses in the region, Clos Saint Jean is seen as the leader of modernization by critics. This wine undergoes a long maceration, sitting on the skins for 35 days. This velvety wine has aromas of red and black fruits, licorice, rose petals, and rocky earth.
Chateau de Chamirey is a family-owned Burgundian winery that dates back to the 16th century. This 100% Pinot Noir wine is a blend of grapes from seven vineyards rooted in limestone and chalky soils. With aromas of smoked meat and sous bois, this wine is a quintessential Burgundy Pinot awaiting your palate.
Produced by the stupendous Francois Labet, this Corsican Pinot Noir is a versatile, Mediterranean take on a Burgundian wine style. Located at high altitudes, on a stony mountainside slope composed of schist and granite, providing a lean, zippy finish on the palate. Roughly two thirds is aged in stainless steel tanks, and the last third in neutral French oak, it’s already delicious, showing blackberry and star anise notes.
Joseph Drouhin is a producer in the Beaujolais region of "Greater Burgundy”. The grapes are handpicked and undergo a semi-carbonic maceration lasting 6-10 days in bunch. After fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve fruit and freshness. This wine has subtle notes classic to the region of violet, peony and red currant syrup.
Moulin-à-Vent operates out of a 19th century chapel in Beaujolais, France. The land itself has been operating as a winery since before the Roman empire. King Louis the 14th approved their wines for French court. Moulin-à-Vent is a great expression of Beaujolais wine without being overly jammy.
Bodegas Sentencia, in the village of Los Pedrones, Valencia, makes their wines the traditional way. The winery uses indigenous yeast and foot-treads and ferments its wines in stone vats. Then they age the wine for six months in French oak barrels. This Spanish Garnacha has unexpected yet delightful aromas of strawberries and hoisin sauce. We recommend coming in for a splash before getting Vietnamese food.
These gnarled 100-year-old vines were originally brought to Bierzo by pilgrims walking the Camino de Santiago, commonly known as "suitcase clippings.” A beautifully funky red wine out of Spain, Raul Perez co-ferments his Mencia with a long maceration time in an open-top chestnut wood cask. The resulting wine has a powerful hint of menthol, followed by eucalyptus, chocolate and aged Cuban cigars. Truly a treat!
Tempranillo is Spain's most renowned grape, beloved for its versatility and ability to produce powerful yet elegant wines. Despite being susceptible to disease, winemakers continue to favor it for its ability to create complex single-variety and blended wines with classic Spanish flavors. The 2020 vintage is made from 100% Tempranillo sourced from young vines, fermented with indigenous yeast, aged in used French barriques, and utilizes minimal sulfur, which earned a 91 from James Suckling.
This exemplary showing from Finca Nueva is a vibrant and approachable Rioja wine. It showcases the classic characteristics of Tempranillo with flavors of ripe red berries, cherries, and a hint of spice, complemented by subtle oak nuances from aging. Well-balanced, with soft, integrated tannins and a smooth finish, making it an excellent choice for first time tasters.
A collaboration between California and Spain, the Perinet Merit seamlessly blends Syrah and Garnatxa which bring body and floral notes, while Merlot and Carinyea, two powerhouse grapes that bring the complexity and strong sous-bois earthy undertones. Every vintage is a little different, as the ratio of grapes changes. The 18 carries more fresh minerality and potent woody notes, while showing a true ruby in the glass.
Macedon is named after Alexander the Great, and the location of the winery is known as the crossroads of the ancient world. Located in Macedonia, the vineyard is just miles from the Stobi ruins of the Byzantine empire which used to be a trading hub for salt and other goods coming from the Aegean sea. Another interesting note about the location is that it shares the same latitude as Burgundy and the Russian River Valley.
In the region of Kartri, Georgia Chateau Mukhrani has been crafting wines since 1878. Mukhrani is the first Georgian Chateau, uniting the vineyard, cellar, palace, and history. This wine has notes of dark berry, oak, vanilla, and leather. It is a drier style on the palate with balanced tannins and mouth-watering acidity.
Thorle is an iconic producer of Spatburgender (German Pinot Noir) wines. It has notes of marinated cherry, briar patch berries, and mint. This wine earns the title of Trocken in the German rating system, meaning it is a dry style. Thorle produces completely vegan wines.
The legendary late Alain Graillot stumbled across the hauntingly beautiful Thalvin winery in Zenata Morocco while on a biking trip. An ideal location for grape growing, as cool ocean breezes and no pollution allow a full ripening, Alain struck a deal with the vineyard for a few parcels of land to make his own Syrah. A fun, fruit forward expression of Syrah is balanced with an old world charm and back palate; baking spices, dried dates and sandalwood.
Historical records of Vesuvio date back as far as 1565, but the estate grew to legendary status in 1820, under the management of Dona Antonia Adelaide Ferreira, who planted hundreds of thousands of vines over the course of thirteen years. She constructed a gigantic operation, consisting of eight granite ‘lagares’ each able to hold a staggering 13,750 liters of wine (that’s over 18,300 bottles of wine!) The wine features rich balsamic notes, accompanied by forest floor, and pine influences.
The Douro region of Portugal is known for its incredibly steep slopes, yielding stressed vines and more complex grape flavors. The area is so mountainous a terracing system is needed, requiring manual tending and harvest. While this region was traditionally reserved for only the finest Ports, the production is expanding into fantastic reds. The Broadbent Douro Reserva is a fine example of a Douro table wine. This wine has notes of orange peel, black fruit, wood aging, and spice.
The name translates to "Fork of the Pear tree” from Corsican, a tongue in cheek reference to the large diversity of plots that goes into this single wine. While those vineyards have differing microclimates, the soil is predominantly schist and basalt, adding a tacky, grippy tannin structure to the wine, enhanced further by an 18-month aged regime in concrete. The owners practice a biodynamic style and utilize indigenous yeast, skipping the filtering and fining processes.
Chateau Musar is a world-renowned winery with a cult following. The winemaker has been making wine in Lebanon since 1959, after training in Bordeaux. The Cinsault, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon of this blend are fermented separately in cement vats and left unoaked to maintain pleasant freshness. The grapes are sourced from the same vineyard in the shadow of the Bekaa Valley village of Aana.
In the Wairau Valley AVA of New Zealand, descendants of Henri Bourgeois bring 200 years of Sancerre winemaking history to the Marlborough region. Clos Henri practices the French tradition of estate-grown and bottled wines. "Clos” means closed and references the sealed pipeline of winemaking on a single property. In 2024 James Suckling described their Estate Pinot Noir as, "A straightforward wine with dried flower, fresh strawberry and cherry character. Medium-bodied with a delicate finish.
Awarded 93 points by Eric Guido of Vinous, this elegant, structured Pinot dignified tannins and a long, graceful finish. The Tualatin Estate vineyards offer a riper, juicy version of Pinot, with a black salt and exotic spice finish. Round and balanced, with orange citrus enhancing under-ripe red berries and saline mineral tones. The finish is long and potent, leaving a lasting impression of freshly picked berries and refreshing acidity, leaving you wanting another glass.
An alluring Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley, this single-vineyard wine offers a vibrant bouquet of red fruit, spice, and earth accompanied by a velvety texture and pleasant lingering finish. Overlooking both the coast and Russian River Valley, the vineyard uses tiny open-top fermenters and free run juice to achieve a balanced palate, delicate aromatics, and subtle mineral undertones.
A stunning example of Sonoma Coast Pinot, that will enthrall both Pinot drinkers and those on the fence about the grape. 81% estate fruit, 19% from Peay’s neighbors at Richardson wines, who also offer Peay sheep as a natural form of weed control. A luscious bouquet of strawberries, black trumpet mushrooms and orange zest are unmistakable, lending themselves to a one-of-a-kind Pinot.
Presents a deep red color in the glass, teeming with a beautiful crimson edge. Offering a nose of ripe plums, black currant, and oaky spice, backed by a full-bodied palate that highlights stewed pluot and cocoa, balanced with a spicy profile featuring cumin, strawberry, paprika, and white pepper. With good acidity, slightly green tannins, and a lingering finish, this medium-bodied red is versatile and enjoyable as a sippable red wine.
Tyrrell’s is one of the oldest wineries in Australia, with vines dating back to 1858. The founding family were immigrants from England who planted the Heathcote vineyard. The name for this wine, "Rufus Stone”, comes from an old family legend. Sir Walter Tyrrell fired a rogue arrow that felled King William II. At the place of his death, a stone was placed in Memoriam. As an homage to this history and the ancient Cambrian stone soil of the vineyard, the Heathcote Shiraz was crafted.
A delectable example of Merlot from Washington, producing a round, structured wine which showcases rich, dark fruit flavors alongside aromas of mocha. It is balanced and approachable, with a medium-bodied profile and soft tannins that make it food-friendly.
Adelante has a distinct philosophy, wine should be more about the practice and the taste, than the label or the region. For generations, people have bought wine based on iconic locations rather than sustainability efforts, or craft and care. Adalante wants to be part of changing that narrative. Winemaker Ray Kaufman purchased land in Argentina to pursue his dream of making low-intervention, delicious wines. That is exactly what he accomplished with this Malbec.
This Russian River Valley Zinfandel made with a touch of Alicante Bouchet, sees hot days and cold foggy nights, allowing a high quality and luxurious ripening process. The vineyards were originally planted in 1904, lending to the name as well as creating beautiful depth and tannin structure in the finished wine. A jammy palate of blackberry pie opens into a mouthwatering bouquet of baking spices and plums.
For six generations, the Mauritson family has been growing grapes in Sonoma. Grown in Dry Creek, their Zinfandel has a good deal of warm weather influence. Despite the dry conditions, the ripening period from mid-August to late October was nearly ideal, allowing for patient harvesting at peak flavor and intensity. The briar patch, pomegranate, and violet aromas give the wine an almost seductive quality. The palate is energetic, featuring fresh dark fruits, toasted coffee beans, and plush tannins
A perfect encapsulation of the unique Garzón terroir, a project by Alejandro Bulgheroni, who, with the guidance of enologist Alberto Antonini, crafts wines that express the ancient soils and temperate climate of Uruguay's Atlantic coast. This deep purple Tannat offers fresh aromas of blue and black fruits, dancing with aromas of pluot, pomegranate and boysenberry. Aged in cement tanks for freshness, the wine spends 12 months on lees in neutral French oak.
One of the most stellar vines I’ve ever tried, the 2015 vintage from South Africa is a Bordeaux blend, utilizing native yeasts which spends 12 months on the lees and is the tete de cuvee, the shining star in Keermont’s cap. Redvines, Moroccan black soap, Himalayan pink salt and campfire smoke are only some of the main intricate and unique tasting notes to be picked upon. Truly not a wine to be missed, and one we’ll be coming back to for many years to come!
In Japanese, Asuka means"A Bright Future and Hope for Tomorrow”, it is also the name of the town founder Kenzo Tsujimoto was born in. The Napa Valley winery Kenzo is heavily influenced by Japanese wines. They create wines that pair well with food, fresh, perfect, and delicate wines. This delightful Cab Franc has no hint of vegetal aromas. Sage, cedar, and raspberry come out of the glass prior to enjoyment.
Ready to drink now, or be aged for the next decade, the Leviathan red blend is the sole focus of the team every year, as they produce a singular, unique blend from a different vineyard season. Graphite, chaparral and blackberry tart are prominent notes, when the wine opens up a robust California blend emerges, showcasing woody notes and integrated tannins.
A picturesque representation of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2021 Artemis showcases blackberry pies, light cacao, and delicate purple flowers. A woody note, reminiscent of Chaparral or Manzanita blends with the velvety tannins, daring the drinker to taste again. The winemaking team considers every aspect during the first few weeks, constantly checking O2 levels as fermentation and maceration are ongoing.
Freemark Abbey Winery is located in the heart of Napa Valley in the Rutherford AVA. They have been making wine since 1886. Their 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a round wine without any green notes often found in the varietal. The nose offers dark chocolate, pomegranate, and cedar, while the palate reveals blueberry jam and espresso.
This wine represents the pinnacle of Heitz Cellars craftsmanship, embodying over 60 years of winemaking excellence. It showcases classically beautiful Rutherford terroir with red fruit notes of raspberry, cherry, and plum, accented by sage, thyme, and rosemary. It features soft, pronounced tannins and a lingering finish. Lisa Perotti-Brown awarded it a strong 93 points, highlighting its aromas of black cherries, blackcurrant, cedar chest, dried mint, and Indian spices.
The legendary Alpha Omega vineyards produced a Cabernet Sauvignon that benefitted from late winter rains and ideal spring growing conditions, which in turn resulted in an early ripening and beautifully matured grapes. Sourced from diverse Napa Valley vineyards, including Atlas Peak and Oakville, this wine offers intense aromatics and powerful Napa flavors with immaculate aging potential. Aged for 21 months in a wide variety of French oak, the glass offers deep ruby red color.
A blend of the Coombsville vineyard fruit with lots from other cool sites in the valley—sets the bar for elegant balance in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. In 2021, cooler-than average temperatures produced that balance naturally, with flavors and tannins reaching maturity against a backdrop of ideal acidity levels. The wine is deliciously versatile, with generously ripe fruit that makes it an appealing sip on its own, but also enough lively acidity to make it an ideal partner for many foods.
Chateau Musar is a world-renowned winery with a cult following. The winemaker has been making wine in Lebanon since 1959, after training in Bordeaux. The Cinsault, Grenache, and Cabernet Sauvignon of this blend are fermented separately in cement vats and then aged in French oak barrels for 6 to 9 months. The grapes are sourced from the same vineyard in the shadow of the Bekaa Valley village of Aana.
Silvana Pijoan is a second-generation winemaker from Valle de Guadalupe. She returned from contemporary dance school to farm in a regenerative way. Learning the process from her father, Silvana gave the company a modern twist and began bottling natural wines.
Pobre Diabla is a refreshing red from Grenache. We get notes of strawberry and sprite, with unexpected undertones of dusty rose and clover.
Sativa is produced from Carignan at the groundbreaking Santa Rosa cooperative Lioco. The winery is run by Matt and Sara Licklider, who aim to create nuanced, inspiring California wines that call to mind an old world style. Contrary to their local neighbors, Lioco creates more subtle, lower in alcohol wines. Each wine is mouth-watering, spectacular, and exhilarating. The team are masters at manipulating Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Carignan. Don’t sleep on Sativa.
The concept of Anthill Farms began in 2003 in the back of Williams-Selyem. The founders, Anthony, Dave, and Web, bounced around working harvests between California, Oregon, and Virginia before their first solo vintage. Twenty years later, the team produces a range of Pinots highlighting the diversity of Sonoma and Mendocino county terroirs. Their North Coast Pinot Noir is silky, spiced, and supple, with notes of cinnamon and cherry.
The Kvaszinger winery in the Hungarian region of Tokaji sits at only 300m above sea level, in an ideal location for Botrytis to form. The Botrytis aszū berries are hand harvested and macerated for 3 days with a base wine from the Hatalos vineyard. A rigorous 36 month aging process helps to draw the beautiful dried apricot, heirloom tomato and warm caramel notes out of the berries. 24 months are spent in local Hungarian oak, a mix of new and one use, while the final year sees age in bottle.
Predominantly Semillon, this 2016 Sauterne seems to glow from within, emanating a soft, golden yellow color. A strange yet beautiful cacophony of dried apricot, gingerbread, candied orange peel and spun wheat entices the drinker, while a quiet vanilla note from the barrel aging rounds out the mouthfeel. Scoring 92 points with James Suckling, and 91 from Wine Enthusiast, this estate Sauterne is attractive to both dessert wine aficionados and those new to this delightful style!
The Kracher vineyard is located as close to Lake Neusiedl as possible, to promote the growth of Botrytis cinerea, a fungus that creates the perfect environment for incredible dessert wines. Grapes affected by Botrytis lose a majority of their water, intensifying the sugar content within the skins. After a 80/20 split of aging in stainless steel tanks and large oak barrels respectively, the final product is a top-quality expression of Botrytis and wine making practices.
Michael Broadbent is largely considered the world’s premier taster of Madeira. His years of experience with Madeira led him to team up with Justino Henriques, the single most important producer of classical Madeira. Using the best grapes on the island, this 10-year vintage was aged in the traditional "Canteiro” cask method. Following the full maturation process, this delectable amber-colored wine was racked, fined, and filtered after which it was blended and bottled, ready for you to enjoy!
A niche name due to the limited production, Smith Woodhouse is nevertheless highly sought after by Port connoisseurs, due to the incredibly high scores and exemplary value in blind tastings. This 10-year Tawny earned a 91 from Wine Spectator. Fall harvest grapes are fermented for a few days before the addition of a 100% grape spirit alcohol, halting the fermentation process, retaining the natural grape sugars and the unique richness inherent in the grapes.
Benvolio is a producer in the Veneto region of Italy. The sparkling-winemaking team crafts a great example of the Glera grape and Friuli terroir. The easy-drinking prosecco has notes of honeysuckle, grapefruit, and crisp pear. The small bubbles and refreshing balance pair well with salty bites such as caviar or Manchego.
Charles de Cazanove is a traditional champagne house in the Reims region of France. The house has been making champagne on the same land since 1811. This brut cuvee is a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay grapes. It has notes of ripe stone fruit and pairs well with seafood and saffron.
Dealcoholized wine (or non-alcoholic wine) starts as a fully fermented wine, just like traditional wine, before having its alcohol removed. These wines will still contain a small amount of alcohol.
The Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler Estate spans 16 hectares of steep Riesling vineyards in the Middle Mosel, with white slate soils imparting a cool minerality indicative of traditional Mosel Rieslings. This wine, gently heated to evaporate alcohol while preserving its fruity and sharp mineral notes, offers fresh aromas of apricot, citrus, and apple. A perfect summer sipping wine for those looking to avoid alcohol, it contains less than 0.5% ABV and a pleasant residual sugar of 35.6 g/l.
Lautus sources Pinotage and Moscato grapes for their vibrant and fresh Rosé from Voor-Paardeberg in South Africa's Western Cape. This non-alcoholic Rosé offers ripe red berry aromas with soft jasmine and honeysuckle touch, a hint of sweetness, and bright, balanced acidity, showcasing the delicate flavors through careful winemaking. It's notably drier than most non-alcoholic Rosés on the market and an excellent summer time choice for anyone who chooses not to drink alcohol!
This Non-Alcoholic wine option has many of the characteristics of a typical Tempranillo, it has a great deep red color, high tannin, and dark cherry notes. The wine is fermented as usual but is gradually heated below the boiling point to evaporate alcohol from the wine. This leaves the wine with 0.5% ABV. This is a perfect alternative to pair with meat stews and steak for those looking to avoid alcohol.
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“Château Rieussec, classified as a First Growth in 1855, is one of the largest estates in Sauternes, with 227 acres of vines located in Sauternes and Fargues. Neighbors with the legendary Château d’Yquem, Rieussec delivers the same impeccable quality as Yquem, at a fraction of the cost. The estate, dating back to the 18th century, was acquired by Domaines Barons de Rothschild of Lafite in 1984. The cool autumn mist in the area fosters the development of botrytis cinerea (noble rot), essential to produce renowned Sauternes wines.
The 1988 Rieussec, praised by Wine Advocate with 95 points, is noted for its youthful bouquet of citrus, wild honey, and mandarin, with a focused palate full of tension, viscosity, and exceptional length. An exceptional year for Sauterne, this vintage is praised by critics to be one of the best ever produced.”
“Ranked Second Best Wine in the World by Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wine List of 2021
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is a unique Bordeaux estate, celebrated for its female-lead winemaking team throughout its long history. Unlike many Château traditionally passed down to male heirs, this estate was shaped by visionary women, starting from its origins in 1850 when Baron Joseph Pichon Longueville split his estate, giving Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande to his daughters. Managed by women for centuries, the estate's wines became known for their sensual, feminine yet complex and provoking profile.
May-Eliane de Lencquesaing, who took over in 1978, expanded and modernized the estate, earning international acclaim. Even after selling to Champagne Roederer in 2007, the estate maintained its commitment to feminine influence, with Sylvie Cazes as head winemaker, overseeing renovations that allowed for heightened wine quality.
Today, Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande produces 100% organically farmed wines known for their silky texture and complex notes of truffle, dark berry, cassis, and cedar. These wines, softer than typical Pauillacs, consistently earn 99 plus points in tasting, cementing the estate’s legacy as one of the premium producers in Bordeaux.”
Bryant Family Vineyards is located on Pritchard Hill overlooking Lake Hennessey. The winery was founded by Don and Bettina Bryant, with Helen Turley operating as head winemaker for the first decade. After becoming an enthusiast of Bordeaux wines, Don wanted to produce a proprietary red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. Because they grow 100% Cabernet Sauvignon on Pritchard hill, Bryant Family Winery purchases fruit from Howell Mountain Vineyards and additional vineyards they cultivate. This creates a well-balanced and complex wine that is evocative of all the best qualities Napa Valley has to offer.
In addition to the interesting history of its founders, Bryant Family Vineyards is making a positive impact on the ecosystem of Napa and the health of its customers. The winery now runs organically and biodynamically. They use no pre-emergent herbicides and encourage biodiversity; this includes the use of cover crops, age-old natural techniques such as fire, and ensuring the growth of other plants in addition to the grapes. To continue on an organic and biodynamic path, the winery has included chickens as a natural fertilizer method, and pest control, and as a bonus, the eggs are given to the winery team.
“Domaine Jean Grivot, one of Burgundy's most esteemed names, has been managed by Étienne Grivot and his wife Marielle since 1987, with their daughter Mathilde taking over in 2017. The estate, based in Vosne-Romanée, spans 15.5 hectares, including grand cru holdings in Clos de Vougeot, Echézeaux, and Richebourg. The Grivot family prioritizes meticulous vineyard work, leading to healthy, concentrated fruit. Their wines, like the Aux Boudots Pinot Noir, are known for their earthy, gamey nose, wild berry characteristics, and a refined balance with fresh acidity and grippy tannins. Mathilde keeps with the family tradition, working out of the recently renovated winery and cellar, yet pursuing winemaking excellence, utilizing organically farmed vineyards which help express the true terroir of the region.
Chances are, if you’ve been to Napa, you’ve heard of Silverado Vineyards. They take their name Silverado from the abandoned mining town of the 1700s. At the very same vineyard, they now make fruit from, famed Scottish writer Robert Louis Stevenson visited. While there, he wrote, “The beginning of vine planting is like the beginning of mining for precious metals: the winegrower also ‘prospects’”. The winery was one of the first four wineries to plant vineyards in Napa Valley’s Stag’s Leap district in the 1960s. The winery is known for its restraint in winemaking, and in its 40-year history, only 15 vintages have been deemed worthy of bottling.
2012 was a near-perfect year with steady flowering, bud break, growth, and ripening. Little rain allowed a delayed harvest until the grapes were perfectly ready. This wine is comprised of 90% Silverado Vineyard in Stags Leap District and 10% Mt. George Vineyard in Coombsville, two of the best AVAs for complex fruit in Napa. The fruit was picked from October 8-21st at a Brix of 24.5 degrees. In the cellar, the juice was kept on the skins for 18 days. The wine was then aged in 80% new oak, of which 72% was French, and 28% American. Of the neutral oak, 80% was French, 20% was American. This gave the wine aromas of mocha, plum, toasted vanilla, and herbs.
Vietti has been operating for 150 years. The winery was born when Carlo Vietti started it on the highest point of the Langhe, outside of the medieval village Castiglione Falletto. In 1917 his son Mario returned from America and took over the company, transforming it into the iconic producer we know today. In the 1970s the winery committed to dressing all the bottles in art. Alfredo Currado, married to Luciana Vietti, was an art lover and spearheaded a movement to commission artists to design the labels. A combination of lithographs, xylographies, etchings, silkscreens, and linocuts, the label art is printed the same number of times as there are bottles. The artist signs the first 100 bottles.
Alfredo Currado: “The idea was conceived in the company of a group of friends one winter’s evening around a bottle of Barolo Rocche. Some of them were artists, and while we were tasting a few bottles they were fired with enthusiasm just on seeing the colour of the wine in the glass. They said wines like these deserved to be graced with labels unlike any other: labels designed by Artists. In the excitement of the moment we drew up a list of Artists, and the following day what had seemed to be a fanciful idea began to take shape”.
Located in the hills of Serralunga d’Alba is Vietti’s amphitheater-shaped vineyard Lazzarito on clay and limestone soils. From this land, the house produces single-vineyard wines of exceptional quality. The Lazzarito Barolo undergoes a maceration prior to and following fermentation. After which it spends 30 months in large oak casks.
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