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Elvio Cogno Sale 4-24-25

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Elvio Cogno Sale
Sherry, Can You Come Out Tonight?


 
Shop Early for Barolo’s Finest
 
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Elvio Cogno
 
Elvio Cogno saw the unrivaled potential of the Ravera cru long before it became a hallowed name among Barolo insiders.
 
Born and raised in Novello, the village where one finds the famous vineyard, Cogno comes from a long line of grape growers in the region. He was the first in his family to turn the dream of winemaking into a reality. For years, he collaborated with Marcarini (including crafting the legendary 1964 vintage from the Brunate vineyard, one of the first Barolos released as a single vineyard).
 
In 1990, he purchased Cascina Nuova, an under-performing but historic estate in Novello, and started making classically-styled wines under his own name from the Ravera cru.
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Bursin Sale 4-23-25

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Agathe Bursin Sale
Classics Corner: Klein Constantia


 
Alsace is for Lovers <3
 
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Agathe Bursin
 
Alsace is easily appreciated and far too often overlooked. To be certain, there are die-hard fans of the dry and often powerfully aromatic wines. But the casual wine drinker might only explore the pleasant, entry-level field blends. Now it the time to expand your wine horizons.
 
The first step to appreciating Alsatian wines is understanding the unique climate and soils of the region. The area is typically quite dry and warm due to the sheltering influence of the Vosges. This leads to a concentration and power to the wines that should appeal to many new-world, white wine lovers.
 
Aside from that initial aromatic wow factor, the wines hold layers of complexity, especially from Grand Cru vineyards.
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Felsina Sale 4-22-25

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Felsina Sale
Collector’s Corner Featurette: Domaine Huet’s Demi-Secs


 
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Fèlsina
 
Few wine producers worldwide have the quality and consistency of Fèlsina. We’re proud to be longtime supporters of their work. They offer some of the most collectible in the appellation, as well as age worthy. We stock dozens of cases of these explosive reds every year that are quickly snapped up by longtime collectors and new admirers alike.
 
The 100% Sangiovese Fontalloro is a Brunello-drinker’s dream, with explosive aromatics and lots of power to back it up. This wine showcases the winery’s commitment to expressing the unique character of their property and the potential greatness achieved in blending. With its rich, velvety texture, enticing aromas, and long, satisfying finish, Fontalloro embodies the perfect marriage of tradition and innovation.
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Too hot or cold to ship? Buy now, ship later. We offer free on-site temperature-controlled storage for orders held for the next shipping window in the fall or spring.

There’s no charge for holding until the next available shipping window, but we do ask that you reach out to schedule a shipping date at your earliest convenience.

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German & Austrian Magnum Sale 4-21-25

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German & Austrian Magnum Sale
Collector’s Corner Featurette: Cappellano’s Barolo Chinato


 
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German & Austrian Magnums
 
Max out your savings on these impactful magnums! All twenty-three of our German & Austrian magnums (and larger!) are on our three-day sale, starting now. Shop selections from longtime favorites like Donnhoff, Emrich-Schonleber, Schafer-Frohlich, and more!
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of German & Austrian Magnums, 3L & 6L
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of German & Austrian Magnums, 3L & 6L
 
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Sale ends Thursday, April 24th at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer twenty-three in-stock German and Austrian magnum options on sale now, including:
 
Weingut Donnhoff Estate Riesling Trocken, Nahe 2023 1.5L Displayed Price: $75, that’s $71.25 at 5% off and $67.50 at 10% off, 3 magnums in stock now
Stuart Pigott (Suckling) 93 points “Fantastic brilliance and a wealth of delicate stone-fruit and citrus aromas, also floral notes!
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California Easter Pinot Sale: Up to 10% Off! 4-20-25

 
  


Why California Pinot Noir?

Many people think California is too warm for pinot noir. These folks have probably never walked the vineyards of the Sonoma Coast in the early dawn and felt the powerful breeze of the Pacific refresh their senses. Many people think Calfornia pinot noir can never achieve the delicacy, minerality, and finesse of a high-end Burgundy or Willamette Valley example. These folks have probably never tasted the elegance and fine-boned structure of pinot from the Santa Rita Hills and truly been awestruck by how a wine could be simultaneously so flavorsome yet graceful.

California is many things and yes while it is certainly a Mediterranean climate growing area with long sunny days it is also a region with broad extremes of diversity, elevation, soil types, and climatic conditions.
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