In This Newsletter:
The Champagnes of Christophe Mignon
New Week – New Arrivals
New Goodfellow Family Cellars Arrivals
New Cayuse Arrivals
New Arrival Featurette:
The Champagnes of Christophe Mignon
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New Week – New Arrivals
The Champagnes of Christophe Mignon
New Week – New Arrivals
New Goodfellow Family Cellars Arrivals
New Cayuse Arrivals
The Champagnes of Christophe Mignon
Christophe Mignon splits the difference in terroir between two vineyards, a cooler site in Le Breuil that contributes acidity and structure, and a chalkier site in Festigny that offers more fruit and concentration. To quote Peter Liem in his excellent book, Champagne, Mignon is a “dedicated and conscientious viticulturalist, yet while much of his work might be interpreted as organic or biodynamic, he refuses to adhere to any standardized systems required for certification.”
Under Mignon’s guidance, the wines show dramatic mineral notes with depth and tension. These are true works of art; ones you’ll be pleased to share.
Meunier takes extraordinarily well to the Brut Nature-style. Its lifted fruit notes and bubblegum-like intensity needs no sugar to make an impact. With Meunier on the rise, now’s your chance to get in on the action.
Christophe Mignon ADN de Meunier Brut Nature (2021/2022) 750ml $59 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “This zero dosage 100% Pinot Meunier cuvée is a stunner. Clean and expressive nose. Fruity, straight on the palate with balanced acidity and iodine notes, salinity, minerality and a super dry finish.”
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 91 points “Sourced from parcels in Festigny and Le Breuil, The NV Brut Nature Blanc de Noirs ADN de Meunier is airy, gracious and super-expressive. Crushed flowers, pear, dried herbs, mint and lemon peel abound. Lifted and aromatic, with tons of energy, this is terrific. Bright acids and floral accents brighten the finish. This saw vinification in epoxy-lined tanks and was bottled with zero dosage. [For previous disgorgement.]”
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Christophe Mignon ADN de Foudre Chardonnay Brut Nature (2020) 750ml $84.50 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “Very clean and delicate nose, with subtle woody notes. Smooth and unctuous mouth with hight precision, very fresh with roasted coffee notes.”
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Christophe Mignon ADN de Foudre Meunier Brut Nature (2019) 750ml $89 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “Very clean and delicate nose, fruity with light oaky touch. Creamy texture, and straight mouth, with roasted coconut flavors, vanilla, and spices.”
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Christophe Mignon ADN de Foudre Pinot Noir Brut Nature (2018) 750ml $84.50 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “Redolent of cinnamon, cedar, kirsch, dried flowers and plum. Ample and resonant on the palate, this exudes Pinot intensity in its aromas, flavors and textures. Hints of hazelnut, chocolate and dried flowers linger. This is such an essentially pure and expressive wine. No dosage.”
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Christophe Mignon ADN de Meunier Brut Nature Millésime 2018 750ml $99 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93 points “The 2018 Brut Nature Blanc de Noirs ADN de Meunier is pretty, delicate and understated, as so many wines are in this vintage. Gentle hints of citrus confit, marzipan, dried leaves, mint and spice all grace this understated, nuanced Meunier from Christophe Mignon. This cuvée is fermented and aged in tank (as opposed to oak), so it doesn’t quite have the textural breadth conferred by wood. Even so, it is quite attractive. Disgorged: August 2023.”
Under Mignon’s guidance, the wines show dramatic mineral notes with depth and tension. These are true works of art; ones you’ll be pleased to share.
Meunier takes extraordinarily well to the Brut Nature-style. Its lifted fruit notes and bubblegum-like intensity needs no sugar to make an impact. With Meunier on the rise, now’s your chance to get in on the action.
Christophe Mignon ADN de Meunier Brut Nature (2021/2022) 750ml $59 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “This zero dosage 100% Pinot Meunier cuvée is a stunner. Clean and expressive nose. Fruity, straight on the palate with balanced acidity and iodine notes, salinity, minerality and a super dry finish.”
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 91 points “Sourced from parcels in Festigny and Le Breuil, The NV Brut Nature Blanc de Noirs ADN de Meunier is airy, gracious and super-expressive. Crushed flowers, pear, dried herbs, mint and lemon peel abound. Lifted and aromatic, with tons of energy, this is terrific. Bright acids and floral accents brighten the finish. This saw vinification in epoxy-lined tanks and was bottled with zero dosage. [For previous disgorgement.]”
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Christophe Mignon ADN de Foudre Chardonnay Brut Nature (2020) 750ml $84.50 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “Very clean and delicate nose, with subtle woody notes. Smooth and unctuous mouth with hight precision, very fresh with roasted coffee notes.”
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Christophe Mignon ADN de Foudre Meunier Brut Nature (2019) 750ml $89 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “Very clean and delicate nose, fruity with light oaky touch. Creamy texture, and straight mouth, with roasted coconut flavors, vanilla, and spices.”
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Christophe Mignon ADN de Foudre Pinot Noir Brut Nature (2018) 750ml $84.50 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “Redolent of cinnamon, cedar, kirsch, dried flowers and plum. Ample and resonant on the palate, this exudes Pinot intensity in its aromas, flavors and textures. Hints of hazelnut, chocolate and dried flowers linger. This is such an essentially pure and expressive wine. No dosage.”
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
Christophe Mignon ADN de Meunier Brut Nature Millésime 2018 750ml $99 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93 points “The 2018 Brut Nature Blanc de Noirs ADN de Meunier is pretty, delicate and understated, as so many wines are in this vintage. Gentle hints of citrus confit, marzipan, dried leaves, mint and spice all grace this understated, nuanced Meunier from Christophe Mignon. This cuvée is fermented and aged in tank (as opposed to oak), so it doesn’t quite have the textural breadth conferred by wood. Even so, it is quite attractive. Disgorged: August 2023.”
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New Week – New Arrivals
France – Champagne
Delamotte Blanc de Blancs Brut NV 375ml $44.50 special, 15 half-bottles in stock now
James Suckling 93 points “Croissants, toasted sourdough, white pears, acacia and lemon meringue pie. Salty almond notes on the palate. Deliciously saline and creamy, with silky bubbles and a gently toasty finish. 100% chardonnay from Mesnil, Avize and Oger. Based on 2017 vintage with 20% reservewines. Drink now. – July 19, 2023”
Lombard & Cie Premier Cru Extra Brut (Bustronome) NV 750ml $39 special, 36 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 91 points “Pretty nose of apricots, peaches, orange zest, shortbread and cream. Light-to medium-bodied with bright acidity and fine bubbles. Very fresh and balanced with a creamy, lemony and biscuity palate. Dry. 35% pinot noir, 35% chardonnay and 30% pinot meunier. 5g/l dosage. Drink now.”
Hebrart Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut NV 750ml $59 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 90 points “The NV Brut Blanc de Blancs is a blend from parcels in Oiry, Chouilly and Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. Creamy and expressive, the Blanc de Blancs offers a good deal of complexity, making it a terrific choice for drinking now and over the next handful of years. Lemon confit, spice, baked apple tart, chamomile and dried flowers all build nicely as this opens with a bit of aeration.”
Bollinger La Grande Annee Brut 2015 750ml $169 special, 1 bottle in stock now, 6 more bottles arriving Friday
The Wine Independent 96+ points “Velvety burnished gold in color with near imperceptible fine bubbles, the Grand Année 2015 is a 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay blend of 11 crus, 79% Grands Cru and 21% Premiers Crus, that is 100% barrel fermented, aged 7 years on lees and finished with an 8 grams per liter dosage. It opens toasty and rich with red forest fruit aromas accented by bruised apple, warm spice, Acacia honey, and a refreshing whiff of chalk. Plush and generous, the medium-bodied palate fills out with a seamless depth of orchard fruit concentration lifted by buoyant, finely spun acid energy and a satiny, pinpoint mousse.”
France – Loire
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Olga Raffault Chinon La Fraich 2024 750ml $24 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “100% Cabernet Franc. The fruit comes from very young vines in sandy, flat parcels near the winery not far from the the Vienne River. The farming is certified-organic and the harvest is manual. The berries are destemmed but not crushed and fermented with native yeasts in tank with a maceration of about 15 days. The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks for about 6 months before bottling. This vin de soif has a pretty and playful label that complements its style perfectly.”
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Olga Raffault Chinon Les Picasses 2020 750ml $39 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “Les Picasses is the most famous lieu-dit in Chinon, close to the village of Beaumont-En-Veron on the north bank of the Vienne River. It is a slope with full southern exposure and chalky clay-limestone soils. The Raffault family owns a considerable amount of the lieu dit, around 50% of its 20+ hectares. While other producers bottles as Les Picasses, the Raffault’s is viewed as the benchmark expression of this famous terroir. A big reason of that is the family’s patience in releasing the wines when they deem them ready to drink: on average six to seven years after it was harvested.”
Domaine de la Pepiere ‘La Pepie’ Cot, IGP Val de Loire 2023 750ml $18 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “100% Côt. Only 3 of Pépière’s 43 certifed-biodynamic hectares of vines are planted to black grapes: Côt, Merlot and Cabernet Franc (known locally as Breton). They are in the 10-hectare “home” vineyard in Clisson, known best for the Muscadet from its granite soils de Bourgogne but where a gentle slope with a bit of clay and a southwestern exposure suit the black varieties. The grapes are harvested by hand, destemmed and gently crushed, with only the free-run juice used for the wine. It is fermented spontaneously with indigenous yeasts, followed by 5-6 months of aging in stainless steel tanks. The wine is classified as a Vin de Pays de la Loire, as there is no allowance for red wine in the Muscadet AOC.”
France – Burgundy
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Chateau de La Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru, Cote de Nuits 2016 750ml $269 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 95 points “An elegant red, with wild cherry, strawberry and boysenberry flavors that border on exotic. Solid tannins offer support and grip, while the fruit elements linger, joined by toasty oak, sandalwood and iron notes. Shows fine balance and length. Best from 2023 through 2043.”
Italy
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Cantine Pra Cru Monte Grande Soave Classico, Veneto 2021 750ml $31.90 special, 30 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 93 points “A vivid blend of wildflowers, yellow apples and ground ginger forms a captivating bouquet as the 2021Soave Classico Monte Grande blossoms in the glass. This is round and supple, with cooling minerality and fresh acidity, adding wonderful lift as ripe pit-fruits and minty herbal tones resonate. A tinge of lime and a salty flourish add lovely punctuation as the 2021 finishes long and staining yet graceful and floral. What a darling.”
Germany
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Weingut Daniel Vollenweider Wolfer Riesling Trocken, Mosel 2023 750ml $36 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Stuart Pigott-James Suckling 95 points “The haunting nose of Mirabelle plums and wildflowers pulls you into this sleek, barely medium-bodied wine that has astonishing concentration and breathtaking minerality. The wet stone and mint character in the finish is off the scale. From 80-year-old vines in the Goldgrube site. Matured for a full year on the lees. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.”
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Weingut Daniel Vollenweider Wolfer Goldgrube Riesling Trocken, Mosel 2023 750ml $61.90 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Mosel Fine Wines 94 points “The Wolfer Goldgrube Riesling Kabinett was harvested on old vines in the Jon sector of the vineyard and was fermented down to fruity-styled levels of residual sugar. It displays a most captivating and superbly complex nose of minty herbs, fine spices, vineyard peach, a delicate touch of almond cream, white and yellow flowers, and some bakery notes and residues from its spontaneous fermentation. The wine proves both light and intense on the focused and layered palate. There is a hint of cream and riper yellow fruits coming through, yet the finish is pure and vibrating. This is a great Kabinett in the making.”
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Weingut Daniel Vollenweider Trarbacher Burgberg Riesling Kabinett, Mosel 2024 750ml $33 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “In 2024 this site was battered with hail and frost–a very challenging vintage in certain vineyards of the Mosel. An incredibly racy Kabinett from 40-year-old vines that tastes dryer than expected, high drinkability and acidity of nearly 10 grams. Fresh cut grass and herby minty herbs, this is mouthwatering and incredibly refreshing.”
Delamotte Blanc de Blancs Brut NV 375ml $44.50 special, 15 half-bottles in stock now
James Suckling 93 points “Croissants, toasted sourdough, white pears, acacia and lemon meringue pie. Salty almond notes on the palate. Deliciously saline and creamy, with silky bubbles and a gently toasty finish. 100% chardonnay from Mesnil, Avize and Oger. Based on 2017 vintage with 20% reservewines. Drink now. – July 19, 2023”
Lombard & Cie Premier Cru Extra Brut (Bustronome) NV 750ml $39 special, 36 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 91 points “Pretty nose of apricots, peaches, orange zest, shortbread and cream. Light-to medium-bodied with bright acidity and fine bubbles. Very fresh and balanced with a creamy, lemony and biscuity palate. Dry. 35% pinot noir, 35% chardonnay and 30% pinot meunier. 5g/l dosage. Drink now.”
Hebrart Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut NV 750ml $59 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 90 points “The NV Brut Blanc de Blancs is a blend from parcels in Oiry, Chouilly and Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. Creamy and expressive, the Blanc de Blancs offers a good deal of complexity, making it a terrific choice for drinking now and over the next handful of years. Lemon confit, spice, baked apple tart, chamomile and dried flowers all build nicely as this opens with a bit of aeration.”
Bollinger La Grande Annee Brut 2015 750ml $169 special, 1 bottle in stock now, 6 more bottles arriving Friday
The Wine Independent 96+ points “Velvety burnished gold in color with near imperceptible fine bubbles, the Grand Année 2015 is a 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay blend of 11 crus, 79% Grands Cru and 21% Premiers Crus, that is 100% barrel fermented, aged 7 years on lees and finished with an 8 grams per liter dosage. It opens toasty and rich with red forest fruit aromas accented by bruised apple, warm spice, Acacia honey, and a refreshing whiff of chalk. Plush and generous, the medium-bodied palate fills out with a seamless depth of orchard fruit concentration lifted by buoyant, finely spun acid energy and a satiny, pinpoint mousse.”
France – Loire
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Olga Raffault Chinon La Fraich 2024 750ml $24 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “100% Cabernet Franc. The fruit comes from very young vines in sandy, flat parcels near the winery not far from the the Vienne River. The farming is certified-organic and the harvest is manual. The berries are destemmed but not crushed and fermented with native yeasts in tank with a maceration of about 15 days. The wine is aged in stainless steel tanks for about 6 months before bottling. This vin de soif has a pretty and playful label that complements its style perfectly.”
This is the only listing in the USA today!
Olga Raffault Chinon Les Picasses 2020 750ml $39 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “Les Picasses is the most famous lieu-dit in Chinon, close to the village of Beaumont-En-Veron on the north bank of the Vienne River. It is a slope with full southern exposure and chalky clay-limestone soils. The Raffault family owns a considerable amount of the lieu dit, around 50% of its 20+ hectares. While other producers bottles as Les Picasses, the Raffault’s is viewed as the benchmark expression of this famous terroir. A big reason of that is the family’s patience in releasing the wines when they deem them ready to drink: on average six to seven years after it was harvested.”
Domaine de la Pepiere ‘La Pepie’ Cot, IGP Val de Loire 2023 750ml $18 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “100% Côt. Only 3 of Pépière’s 43 certifed-biodynamic hectares of vines are planted to black grapes: Côt, Merlot and Cabernet Franc (known locally as Breton). They are in the 10-hectare “home” vineyard in Clisson, known best for the Muscadet from its granite soils de Bourgogne but where a gentle slope with a bit of clay and a southwestern exposure suit the black varieties. The grapes are harvested by hand, destemmed and gently crushed, with only the free-run juice used for the wine. It is fermented spontaneously with indigenous yeasts, followed by 5-6 months of aging in stainless steel tanks. The wine is classified as a Vin de Pays de la Loire, as there is no allowance for red wine in the Muscadet AOC.”
France – Burgundy
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
Chateau de La Tour Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru, Cote de Nuits 2016 750ml $269 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 95 points “An elegant red, with wild cherry, strawberry and boysenberry flavors that border on exotic. Solid tannins offer support and grip, while the fruit elements linger, joined by toasty oak, sandalwood and iron notes. Shows fine balance and length. Best from 2023 through 2043.”
Italy
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
Cantine Pra Cru Monte Grande Soave Classico, Veneto 2021 750ml $31.90 special, 30 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 93 points “A vivid blend of wildflowers, yellow apples and ground ginger forms a captivating bouquet as the 2021Soave Classico Monte Grande blossoms in the glass. This is round and supple, with cooling minerality and fresh acidity, adding wonderful lift as ripe pit-fruits and minty herbal tones resonate. A tinge of lime and a salty flourish add lovely punctuation as the 2021 finishes long and staining yet graceful and floral. What a darling.”
Germany
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
Weingut Daniel Vollenweider Wolfer Riesling Trocken, Mosel 2023 750ml $36 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Stuart Pigott-James Suckling 95 points “The haunting nose of Mirabelle plums and wildflowers pulls you into this sleek, barely medium-bodied wine that has astonishing concentration and breathtaking minerality. The wet stone and mint character in the finish is off the scale. From 80-year-old vines in the Goldgrube site. Matured for a full year on the lees. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.”
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
Weingut Daniel Vollenweider Wolfer Goldgrube Riesling Trocken, Mosel 2023 750ml $61.90 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Mosel Fine Wines 94 points “The Wolfer Goldgrube Riesling Kabinett was harvested on old vines in the Jon sector of the vineyard and was fermented down to fruity-styled levels of residual sugar. It displays a most captivating and superbly complex nose of minty herbs, fine spices, vineyard peach, a delicate touch of almond cream, white and yellow flowers, and some bakery notes and residues from its spontaneous fermentation. The wine proves both light and intense on the focused and layered palate. There is a hint of cream and riper yellow fruits coming through, yet the finish is pure and vibrating. This is a great Kabinett in the making.”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Weingut Daniel Vollenweider Trarbacher Burgberg Riesling Kabinett, Mosel 2024 750ml $33 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “In 2024 this site was battered with hail and frost–a very challenging vintage in certain vineyards of the Mosel. An incredibly racy Kabinett from 40-year-old vines that tastes dryer than expected, high drinkability and acidity of nearly 10 grams. Fresh cut grass and herby minty herbs, this is mouthwatering and incredibly refreshing.”
New Arrivals from Goodfellow Family Cellars
Marcus Goodfellow is one of the most talented winemakers in Oregon. We count ourselves lucky to have had a strong relationship with his winery since its early days under the old name of Matello. He is joined by the equally talented and knowledgeable Megan Joy.
Their wines showcase their microscopic understanding of the potential in the terroirs of the Willamette Valley. Together, they craft wines that continually improve—both in the cellar and vintage to vintage. We love the wines for their coiled power and Burgundian structure, and we stack them enthusiastically & abundantly in our own personal cellars to adore for decades to come.
Newly Arrived and In-Stock Now:
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Goodfellow Family Cellars Whistling Ridge Field Blend Blanc, Ribbon Ridge 2024 750ml $21.90 special, 24 bottles in stock now
(Formerly labeled as the Whistling Ridge Blanc) The blend is Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Gewurztraminer. Inspired by the always unique blended grapes every wine made by Jean-Michel Deiss in Alsace.
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Goodfellow Family Cellars Durant Vineyard Chardonnay, Dundee Hills 2023 750ml $49 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 91+ points “With just 11.3% alcohol and electric acidity, the 2023 Chardonnay Durant Vineyard is reminiscent of Chablis. It has understated aromas of apples and pears, spring honey, flint and beeswax. The light-bodied palate is elegant and detailed with saline-laced flavors. Its taut acidity is balanced by a roundness to its texture, and it has a long, ethereal finish.”
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Goodfellow Family Cellars Richard’s Cuvee Chardonnay, Ribbon Ridge 2023 750ml $69 special, 5 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 94 points “The 2023 Chardonnay Richard’s Cuvée Whistling Ridge Vineyard comes from dry-farmed vines planted in sedimentary soils in 1995. The nose opens with wafts of matchstick that give way to quince, green pear, graham cracker, beeswax and almonds. With just 11.5% alcohol, the light-bodied palate is elegantly styled with a silky texture, honey-nut flavors, taut acidity and a long, flinty finish. 140 cases were made.”
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Goodfellow Family Cellars Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2022 750ml $19 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Goodfellow Family Cellars Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is comprised entirely of declassified barrels from our single-vineyard wines. Fruit is all sourced from sustainably farmed, non-irrigated vineyards, with old vines and exceptional character.”
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Goodfellow Family Cellars Durant Vineyard Raven Block Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills 2023 750ml $56 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 95 points “A new wine from Goodfellow, the 2023 Pinot Noir Durant Vineyard Raven Block comes from dry-farmed Pommard vines planted in 1993 and 1998. It’s bursting with scents of raspberry, strawberry, orange peel, rooibos tea, lichen and bitters. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated yet detailed with citrus- and spice-laced flavors. It’s framed by fine, chalky tannins and vibrant acidity and has a long, spicy finish. 115 cases were made.”
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Goodfellow Family Cellars Beloved Acre Whistling Ridge Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2023 750ml $56 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 95 points “The 2023 Pinot Noir Beloved Acre Whistling Ridge is reticent to begin, demanding plenty of air before revealing scents of raspberry, blueberry, rooibos tea, saline and mushroom. The medium-bodied palate is brimming with perfumed fruit. It’s framed by velvety tannins and vibrant acidity and has a long, kaleidoscopic finish. 110 cases were made.”
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Goodfellow Family Cellars Long Acre Whistling Ridge Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2023 750ml $56 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 95 points “The 2023 Pinot Noir Whistling Ridge Long Acre has dramatically unfurling scents of raspberry, black tea, garrigue, incense and mossy bark. The medium-bodied palate features concentrated yet nuanced, floral flavors. It’s structured by silky tannins and vibrant acidity and has a long, elegant finish.”
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Goodfellow Family Cellars Heritage #23 Whistling Ridge Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2023 750ml $74.50 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 96 points “The 2023 Pinot Noir Heritage No. 23 Whistling Ridge has intoxicating aromas of strawberry, blueberry, rosewater, mushroom and conifer. The medium-bodied palate is brimming with layer after layer of perfumed fruit. It’s structured by silky tannins and mouthwatering acidity and has a long, nuanced finish. 165 cases were made.”
Their wines showcase their microscopic understanding of the potential in the terroirs of the Willamette Valley. Together, they craft wines that continually improve—both in the cellar and vintage to vintage. We love the wines for their coiled power and Burgundian structure, and we stack them enthusiastically & abundantly in our own personal cellars to adore for decades to come.
Newly Arrived and In-Stock Now:
This is the only listing in the USA today!
Goodfellow Family Cellars Whistling Ridge Field Blend Blanc, Ribbon Ridge 2024 750ml $21.90 special, 24 bottles in stock now
(Formerly labeled as the Whistling Ridge Blanc) The blend is Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Gewurztraminer. Inspired by the always unique blended grapes every wine made by Jean-Michel Deiss in Alsace.
This is the only listing in the USA today!
Goodfellow Family Cellars Durant Vineyard Chardonnay, Dundee Hills 2023 750ml $49 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 91+ points “With just 11.3% alcohol and electric acidity, the 2023 Chardonnay Durant Vineyard is reminiscent of Chablis. It has understated aromas of apples and pears, spring honey, flint and beeswax. The light-bodied palate is elegant and detailed with saline-laced flavors. Its taut acidity is balanced by a roundness to its texture, and it has a long, ethereal finish.”
This is the only listing in the USA today!
Goodfellow Family Cellars Richard’s Cuvee Chardonnay, Ribbon Ridge 2023 750ml $69 special, 5 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 94 points “The 2023 Chardonnay Richard’s Cuvée Whistling Ridge Vineyard comes from dry-farmed vines planted in sedimentary soils in 1995. The nose opens with wafts of matchstick that give way to quince, green pear, graham cracker, beeswax and almonds. With just 11.5% alcohol, the light-bodied palate is elegantly styled with a silky texture, honey-nut flavors, taut acidity and a long, flinty finish. 140 cases were made.”
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
Goodfellow Family Cellars Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2022 750ml $19 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Goodfellow Family Cellars Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is comprised entirely of declassified barrels from our single-vineyard wines. Fruit is all sourced from sustainably farmed, non-irrigated vineyards, with old vines and exceptional character.”
This is the only listing in the USA today!
Goodfellow Family Cellars Durant Vineyard Raven Block Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills 2023 750ml $56 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 95 points “A new wine from Goodfellow, the 2023 Pinot Noir Durant Vineyard Raven Block comes from dry-farmed Pommard vines planted in 1993 and 1998. It’s bursting with scents of raspberry, strawberry, orange peel, rooibos tea, lichen and bitters. The medium-bodied palate is concentrated yet detailed with citrus- and spice-laced flavors. It’s framed by fine, chalky tannins and vibrant acidity and has a long, spicy finish. 115 cases were made.”
This is the only listing in the USA today!
Goodfellow Family Cellars Beloved Acre Whistling Ridge Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2023 750ml $56 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 95 points “The 2023 Pinot Noir Beloved Acre Whistling Ridge is reticent to begin, demanding plenty of air before revealing scents of raspberry, blueberry, rooibos tea, saline and mushroom. The medium-bodied palate is brimming with perfumed fruit. It’s framed by velvety tannins and vibrant acidity and has a long, kaleidoscopic finish. 110 cases were made.”
This is the only listing in the USA today!
Goodfellow Family Cellars Long Acre Whistling Ridge Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2023 750ml $56 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 95 points “The 2023 Pinot Noir Whistling Ridge Long Acre has dramatically unfurling scents of raspberry, black tea, garrigue, incense and mossy bark. The medium-bodied palate features concentrated yet nuanced, floral flavors. It’s structured by silky tannins and vibrant acidity and has a long, elegant finish.”
This is the only listing in the USA today!
Goodfellow Family Cellars Heritage #23 Whistling Ridge Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2023 750ml $74.50 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 96 points “The 2023 Pinot Noir Heritage No. 23 Whistling Ridge has intoxicating aromas of strawberry, blueberry, rosewater, mushroom and conifer. The medium-bodied palate is brimming with layer after layer of perfumed fruit. It’s structured by silky tannins and mouthwatering acidity and has a long, nuanced finish. 165 cases were made.”
New Arrivals from Cayuse
If you find yourself in Eastern Oregon, you might be surprised to find one of the hottest cult winemakers of Walla Walla: Christophe Baron. This Champagnois-turned-Oregonian is the man behind some of Walla Walla Valley’s finest wines that are nearly impossible to source.
Though mostly associated with Washington state, a quirk in geography means the bottom smidge of this Valley is in Oregon. That smidge contains a subregion of the Valley: The Rocks District of Milton-Freewater. And Baron more or less put it on the map.
His Walla Walla portfolio now includes Grenache, Syrah, Tempranillo, and more sourced from Oregon and Washington. Representing the pinnacle of the region’s reds, we’re never surprised when they rake in top notch scores or sell through quickly.
Newly Arrived and In-Stock Now:
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards Armada Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2022 750ml $139 special, 3 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 99 points “The world-class 2022 ‘Armada Vineyard’ Syrah come from this tight-spacing site that was planted at 1800 vines per acre. This location in the stones is now over 20 years of age. Green peppercorns and allspice dusted pork shoulder notes combine on the nose alongside Satsuma orange rind, soy sauce and shades of wild blackberry combine on this ultra-complex nose. The palate is refined and luxurious in terms of tension, depth and tension. Very rocky and mineral-laden, enjoy this beautifully bottling over the next eight to ten years.”
Cayuse Vineyards Wallah Wallah #16 Special Series, Walla Walla Valley 2022 1.5L $236 special, 1 magnum in stock now
Owen Bargreen 99 points “Seaweed, wet rock and boysenberry cordial on the nose alongside bright black florals. The palate is rich and vicious considering the coolness of the vintage. This is very stony, with loads of non-fruit in terms of its Umami and seaweed character. Round and generous, with serious mouth-watering acidity, this still has a long way to go in the bottle. If enjoying now, give this 30 plus minutes in the decanter prior to enjoying.”
No reviews for the 2023 vintages. 2022 reviews provided for reference:
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards Bionic Frog Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $235 special, 3 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 100 points “The glorious 2022 Cayuse Vineyards ‘Bionic Frog’ is a gorgeous wine that shows tremendous power, depth and tension. Stored for 18 months in only 15% new French oak, this delivers a beautiful melange of red and dark florals on the nose with Satsuma orange zest, wintergreen and shades of Hoisin sauce. Like the ’21 edition, there is a marvelous push-pull in terms of weight, depth and underlying nerve. Very stony and savory, this is nothing short of a perfect wine that will live on for at least another ten years. [2022 vintage]”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards Cailloux Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $125 special, 3 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “Complex and tightly wound, this syrah, co-fermented with just a dash of viognier, offers a broad spectrum of aromas. Smoked meat, black olives, crushed violets and thyme are layered with blackberries and a hint of iodine. The palate is deep and structured, balancing juicy acidity with fine but broad and dusty tannins. The savory finish lingers, showing cracked pepper and turned earth. Very tight and compact, this needs some time in bottle. From biodynamically grown grapes. Try from 2028. [2022 vintage]”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards En Cerise Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $125 special, 3 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “This meaty and savory red shows aromas and flavors of black plums, sage, licorice, bacon fat, iodine and capers. It’s full-bodied, open and deliciously salty, with ripe, supple tannins. Increasingly salty and it persists for a very long time. Around 70% whole-cluster fermentation. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drinkable already, but better from 2027. [2022 vintage]”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards En Chamberlin Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $125 special, 3 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “This has an earthy, savory profile with aromas of smoked bacon, plum skins, charcoal, black peppercorns and stones. Full-bodied and wide on the palate with massive, compact tannins. It’s refined and textured yet finishes tight and firm, lingering with notes of iodine and seashells. From biodynamically grown grapes. Better from 2028. [2022 vintage]”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards Impulsivo Tempranillo, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $139 special, 3 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 95 points “Very expressive and savory, this offers wild berries, plum skins, crushed coffee beans, wet forest floor and hints of raw mushrooms. It’s full-bodied, meaty and structured yet layered with delicious fruit, the mineral freshness adding vibrancy and energy. Firm and tightly packed in the finish. From biodynamically grown grapes. Try from 2029. [2022 vintage]”
Though mostly associated with Washington state, a quirk in geography means the bottom smidge of this Valley is in Oregon. That smidge contains a subregion of the Valley: The Rocks District of Milton-Freewater. And Baron more or less put it on the map.
His Walla Walla portfolio now includes Grenache, Syrah, Tempranillo, and more sourced from Oregon and Washington. Representing the pinnacle of the region’s reds, we’re never surprised when they rake in top notch scores or sell through quickly.
Newly Arrived and In-Stock Now:
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards Armada Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2022 750ml $139 special, 3 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 99 points “The world-class 2022 ‘Armada Vineyard’ Syrah come from this tight-spacing site that was planted at 1800 vines per acre. This location in the stones is now over 20 years of age. Green peppercorns and allspice dusted pork shoulder notes combine on the nose alongside Satsuma orange rind, soy sauce and shades of wild blackberry combine on this ultra-complex nose. The palate is refined and luxurious in terms of tension, depth and tension. Very rocky and mineral-laden, enjoy this beautifully bottling over the next eight to ten years.”
Cayuse Vineyards Wallah Wallah #16 Special Series, Walla Walla Valley 2022 1.5L $236 special, 1 magnum in stock now
Owen Bargreen 99 points “Seaweed, wet rock and boysenberry cordial on the nose alongside bright black florals. The palate is rich and vicious considering the coolness of the vintage. This is very stony, with loads of non-fruit in terms of its Umami and seaweed character. Round and generous, with serious mouth-watering acidity, this still has a long way to go in the bottle. If enjoying now, give this 30 plus minutes in the decanter prior to enjoying.”
No reviews for the 2023 vintages. 2022 reviews provided for reference:
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards Bionic Frog Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $235 special, 3 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 100 points “The glorious 2022 Cayuse Vineyards ‘Bionic Frog’ is a gorgeous wine that shows tremendous power, depth and tension. Stored for 18 months in only 15% new French oak, this delivers a beautiful melange of red and dark florals on the nose with Satsuma orange zest, wintergreen and shades of Hoisin sauce. Like the ’21 edition, there is a marvelous push-pull in terms of weight, depth and underlying nerve. Very stony and savory, this is nothing short of a perfect wine that will live on for at least another ten years. [2022 vintage]”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards Cailloux Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $125 special, 3 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “Complex and tightly wound, this syrah, co-fermented with just a dash of viognier, offers a broad spectrum of aromas. Smoked meat, black olives, crushed violets and thyme are layered with blackberries and a hint of iodine. The palate is deep and structured, balancing juicy acidity with fine but broad and dusty tannins. The savory finish lingers, showing cracked pepper and turned earth. Very tight and compact, this needs some time in bottle. From biodynamically grown grapes. Try from 2028. [2022 vintage]”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards En Cerise Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $125 special, 3 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “This meaty and savory red shows aromas and flavors of black plums, sage, licorice, bacon fat, iodine and capers. It’s full-bodied, open and deliciously salty, with ripe, supple tannins. Increasingly salty and it persists for a very long time. Around 70% whole-cluster fermentation. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drinkable already, but better from 2027. [2022 vintage]”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards En Chamberlin Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $125 special, 3 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “This has an earthy, savory profile with aromas of smoked bacon, plum skins, charcoal, black peppercorns and stones. Full-bodied and wide on the palate with massive, compact tannins. It’s refined and textured yet finishes tight and firm, lingering with notes of iodine and seashells. From biodynamically grown grapes. Better from 2028. [2022 vintage]”
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
Cayuse Vineyards Impulsivo Tempranillo, Walla Walla Valley 2023 750ml $139 special, 3 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 95 points “Very expressive and savory, this offers wild berries, plum skins, crushed coffee beans, wet forest floor and hints of raw mushrooms. It’s full-bodied, meaty and structured yet layered with delicious fruit, the mineral freshness adding vibrancy and energy. Firm and tightly packed in the finish. From biodynamically grown grapes. Try from 2029. [2022 vintage]”
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