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Produttori del Barbaresco Sale 7-8-24

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Produttori bottlesProduttori del Barbaresco is revered for producing classically-styled Barbaresco and Riservas of uncompromising quality and transparency. You’d be hard-pressed to find such consistent quality and complexity out of such an extensive range of single-vineyard Nebbiolos anywhere else. We’ve admired the producer and its director, Aldo Vacca (cousin of the late Renato Vacca of Cantina del Pino), since the shop first opened. We’ve pleased to continue to offer these gems, which are some of Barbaresco’s finest at still-affordable pricing.
 
“…The 2019 Riservas show a good amount of vineyard definition, but they are also marked by a strong, somber, brooding quality… I imagine the 2019s will require a measure of patience.” — Antonio Galloni, Vinous
 
“[Produttori del Barbaresco is] one of the most important and quality-minded co-operatives in the world…” – Jeb Dunnuck
 
“I’ve written this many times before, but it bears repeating: Produttori del Barbaresco is one of Italy’s ultimate values for your money.” –Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Produttori del Barbaresco
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Sale ends Thursday, July 11th at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer 27 options from Produttori del Barbaresco on sale now, including:
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Asili, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 17 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “…a very pretty, silky wine that shows all the signatures of this site in its refined, mid-weight personality. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, cedar, mint and tobacco all grace this classy Barbaresco. The 2019 is classic Asili, with firm tannins from the year.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Montefico, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $85, that’s $80.75 at 5% off and $76.50 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93+ points “…one of the most searingly tannic wines in the range. Readers will have to be patient with the 2019, as it is going to need time. As always, Montefico is a Barbaresco built on linear intensity more than size. In 2019, the qualities are quite accented. Time in the glass opens the bouquet nicely, but the 2019 remains quite closed. “
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Montestefano, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 14 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 95 points “…perhaps the most complete of the 2019 Riservas at this stage. It offers fine depth, plenty of tannin and nascent emerging inner sweetness to tie it all together. A wine of stature and textural depth, the Montestefano is my early favorite in this lineup.”

Produttori del Barbaresco Ovello, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “…powerful, savory and intensely linear, in classico Ovello style, and yet it appears to have enough fruit behind its imposing tannins to develop well over the coming years. In this tasting, the Ovello feels pretty closed post bottling, but its inherent balance and qualities are there. Clean saline notes extend the finish in promising fashion.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Pajè, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 17 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93 points “The 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Pajè is full of character. Strong mineral, savory and floral notes jump out of the glass, before veins of tannin make themselves felt on the palate. A powerful, young Barbaresco, the Pajè is going to need a number of years to come into its own. That said, all of its signatures are very much present. “
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Pora, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $79, that’s $75.05 at 5% off and $71.10 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 92 points “…a pretty tightly wound wine, certainly moreso than is typically the case for this Barbaresco, which is often much more engaging in the early going. Dried herbs, tobacco, cedar and earthiness lend notable savory nuance in this decidedly nervy, somber Pora. There’s good fruit intensity and plenty of character that makes me want to revisit this in a few months’ time.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Rio Sordo, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $85, that’s $80.75 at 5% off and $76.50 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93 points “The 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo is quite deep in this vintage, with notable depth in its dark-toned fruit. This is an especially powerful Rio Sordo that is still coming together. Its intensity is palpable, even if I see less of the finesse that I associate with wines from this site. Today, all of the wine’s energy is directed inwards.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Rabajà, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 16 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “…redolent of dark fruit, crushed rocks, graphite, sage, menthol and lavender all race across the palate, supported by bracing, young Rabajà tannins that make themselves felt. This mid-weight, powerhouse Barbaresco packs quite a punch.”

Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $48.50, that’s $46.08 at 5% off and $43.65 at 10% off, 16 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 94-95 points “There is a more pronounced mineral and delicately spiced character to the 2019 Barbaresco, with notes of wet asphalt and kirsch and vibrant purity. It has elegant concentration, with fine coiled tannins in its hints of tea leaves, bergamot, and ripe wild raspberry, and has a more pronounced structure. This is a fantastic expression. Drink 2024-2040.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Muncagota, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2013 750ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 24 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “…quite potent. A rush of raspberry jam, wild flowers, white pepper and mint make a strong opening statement. Succulent and yet also structured, the Muncagota has so much to offer. It should be one of the first wines in this range to start opening up, although when that will happen exactly is hard to say.”
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94 points “…Of these various wines, this is the most salty and savory. There is less primary fruit intensity here. The bouquet is laced with grilled rosemary and wild sage… The mouthfeel is characterized by dry tannins and very long, balsam-like persistence. Dried ginger and herbs appear on the menthol-like finish.”

Produttori del Barbaresco Muncagota, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2016 750ml Displayed Price: $79, that’s $75.05 at 5% off and $71.10 at 10% off, 21 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 95 points “Balsamic notes of juniper, eucalyptus and pine align with floral, cherry and black currant flavors in this supple, well-structured red. Balanced and long, with a lingering aftertaste of rose, cherry and mineral…”
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94+ points “… Rich, deep and super-expressive, the 2016 hits all the right notes. Black cherry, plum, spice, leather, licorice emerge, but only with great reluctance… [it] clearly needs time.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Montestefano, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2017 1.5L Displayed Price: $169, that’s $160.55 at 5% off and $152.10 at 10% off, 6 magnums in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 96 points “The 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano is darkly concentrated and among the richest wines in this series of single-vineyard Riservas. Montestefano is angular, textured and bold with dark fruit aromas, dried blackberry, toasted almond and cured tobacco. With this vintage, you get an age-worthy wine that offers brawn and power for drinking in the medium term, but it will become increasingly silky and slender with time. Dusty tannins and crushed stone appear on the long finish. There were 14,486 bottles produced.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Ovello, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2013 750ml Displayed Price: $79, that’s $75.05 at 5% off and $71.10 at 10% off, 17 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 96 points “…all power, tension and nerve. Even so, the 2013 is remarkably civilized and much less austere than young Ovello Barbarescos usually are. Scents of cranberry, white pepper and mint give the wine its signature high-toned aromatics. The Ovello has a Volnay-like purity to its fruit, with Nebbiolo tannins and structure, of course. If that sounds appealing, well, it is. Vivid, sculpted and impossibly beautiful, the Ovello is simply magnificent.”
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 95+ points “…one of my favorite expressions overall. The Ovello vineyard site sees a greater presence of limestone in its soil composition, and this factor helps to develop the tannic structure and consistency of the wine…”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Ovello, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2017 750ml Displayed Price: $85, that’s $80.75 at 5% off and $76.50 at 10% off, 28 bottles in stock now
Produttori del Barbaresco Ovello, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2017 1.5L Displayed Price: $179, that’s $170.05 at 5% off and $161.10 at 10% off, 6 magnums in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94+ points “…All of the Riservas in this vintage are characterized by especially exuberant and bold aromas, and this bottle is a prime example. Cassis, wild cherry, tobacco, rusty nail and licorice build intensity. The wine is tapered and silky in texture, but it also offers a good amount of power (and 15% alcohol) to carry it through the aging process.”
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “…a heady, explosive wine. I don’t think I have ever tasted an Ovello from the Produttori with this much heft. The strong mineral and saline accents typical of this site are present, but they are matched pound for pound by notable mid-palate richness and intensity in its fruit. The 2017 is a brooding powerhouse that needs time to unwind.”
 
Produttori boxesProduttori del Barbaresco Pajè, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2017 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 18 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94 points “…impressive on all fronts, but especially in terms of aromas. There’s so much brightness here with red and purple fruits, rust and a dark note of clove or exotic spice. No element is out of place, but together they help to build the intensity of this balanced wine. It shows a soft, velvety texture, and perhaps there is a little more ripeness overall in this warm vintage.”
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “… a fine choice for readers who enjoy wines of freshness, verve and energy. Dark fruit, menthol, spice, pine and crushed rocks are beautifully delineated. This is an especially chiseled wine in the range of 2017 Riservas. I very much like the balance of richness and vibrancy. In a word: classic.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Pora, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2014 750ml Displayed Price: $66, that’s $62.70 at 5% off and $59.40 at 10% off, 34 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “…a dark, sensual beauty. Deeply spiced and balsamic, with tremendous textural richness, the Pora is utterly beguiling. I can’t remember a Pora with this much depth, textural resonance and brooding intensity. The 2014 needs at least a few years to be at its best, but it is superb even in the early going. I won’t be surprised if the 2014 turns out to be better than this note suggests.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Pora, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2015 750ml Displayed Price: $66, that’s $62.70 at 5% off and $59.40 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
Kerin O’Keefe-Wine Enthusiast 95 points “Underbrush, wild herb and dark-skinned-berry aromas form the nose along with a whiff of camphor. On the firm, structured palate, tightly knit but noble tannins offset dried Marasca cherry, cranberry, orange zest and star anise. Tense and youthfully austere, it needs a few years to unwind. Drink 2022–2027.”
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Rabajà, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2017 750ml Displayed Price: $85, that’s $80.75 at 5% off and $76.50 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Produttori del Barbaresco Rabajà, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2017 1.5L Displayed Price: $189, that’s $179.55 at 5% off and $170.10 at 10% off, 6 magnums in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 96+ points “…another spectacular release from this cooperative winery that hits it out of the ballpark with each set of new releases. That impressive track record includes this wine that delivers extreme focus, depth and integrity. The bouquet is very clear cut with dark cherry, tart plum, spice and blood orange, but it is also complex and fluid. It offers new perspectives with each swirl of the glass. From a hot vintage, the Rabajà is smooth, powerful and balanced. I would bet on long aging for this bottle.”

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Faiveley

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Sale ends Wednesday, July 10th at 9 am Pacific.

A Favorite in Faiveley – On Sale Now! 7-7-24



Francois, Eve, & Erwan Faiveley 

Good news! We’re putting the wines of Faiveley back on sale for a limited period for our loyal newsletter customers. Our prices have remain unchanged since our April feature of many of these wines, but you can gaurantee that Burgundy prices elsewhere are continuing to climb. With Faiveley you’re presented with a producer that embodies consistency – never missing in quality and pleasure from vintage to vintage – and offers unparalleled access to Burgundy’s crus – we’ve got over 26 different village and vineyard bottlings for you to enjoy – and wine styles. This is your chance to start a Burgundy cellar, or preserve one for years to come.

Background on Faiveley

In Burgundy, as in the cellars of Burgundy collectors, there is an illusion that time stops and that Burgundy never changes. Honoring tradition and family history is very important, but it is difficult to preserve those deep family holdings across the beautiful slopes if you’re not able to sell wine. Thus, change comes to us all and to some in ways that will benefit both the new Burgundy drinker and the long-term collector. Here is how change came to Faiveley.
 
The wines of Faiveley, while always of superlative quality, historically were known for their potential in the cellar and not always for their immediate approachability. Concentrated, stern, and ageable were the most common descriptors in reviews. It could be why the wines are more likely to find a home in their native country than is typical for Burgundy producers: the French people and restaurants have more patience and inclination for cellaring!
 
It took the new generation, a team of siblings, Erwan and Eve Faiveley, to ease the winery into modernity. The wines became softer and more approachable in their youth, while still offering the potential to age with grace.
 
This modern incarnation of Faiveley began in 2007 when Francois Faiveley retired and his children became the seventh generation to manage the Domaine. The siblings have transformed the winemaking, holding onto the age-worthiness that the domaine was known for, but also bringing out more youthful charm.
 
Even small changes to the style of a domaine that dates back to 1825 is considered revolutionary in Burgundy, and there were a number of people who were afraid that the transition would ruin one of the anchors of the region. Fortunately, when the first wines of the new generation started appearing in 2007 the results were reassuringly delicious, and the changes not nearly as drastic as anticipated.
 
In general, the whites are still simultaneously silky and muscular, the reds still exceptionally pure and elegant. And all the while many of the wines were showing heightened aromatics and a softer feel on the palate. Village level wines were easy to enjoy immediately, and even most Premier Cru wines were showing themselves well after a brief introduction of air. The Grand Cru holdings were still built for the long haul, perhaps not quite as dense as under François, but reds still powerful and with substantial silky tannins, and whites crammed full of intense minerality, floral notes and ripe fruits.
 
The siblings have also expanded their holdings and renovated the southern winery in Mercurey to bring the Côte Chalonnaise wines up to the quality standards of their more famous brethren in the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. The domaine added temperature-controlled fermentation vats and gravity flow for vinification, a gentler vinification process. Across the board, the overall quality levels are higher than ever, aided, too, by the shift to organic farming.
 
While widely thought of as a negociant, Faiveley’s domaine bottlings account for a far larger share of its production—a testament to the quality-mindedness that has driven the producer to new heights. (On the bottles, negociant wines are labeled “Joseph Faiveley” vs the “Domaine Faiveley” bottlings from the estate vineyards). They hold ten hectares of Grand Cru including the iconic monopole Clos des Cortons Faiveley Grand Cru, which the family has held since 1874. Today, Faiveley is one of the largest and most important landowners in Burgundy. 
 
While there are changes afoot, the wines are still true to their roots. From vintage to vintage you’ll find that Faiveley will make among the best examples available. When you find your favorites, buy with confidence. When we’re asked by new collectors who are looking for the Burgundies that they could stash away, yet not regret opening in a moment of weakness, we will turn to Faiveley more often than not. You can experience the wines in their youth, getting a glimpse of the promise to come.
 
 
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Mersault

Faiveley Mersault 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $79, that’s $75.05 at 5% off and $71.10 at 10% off, 21 bottles in stock now
Winemaker note: “The nose is complex, showing delicate floral aromas mixed with a few woody notes. It has long lasting tastes on the palate and distinguishes itself with a very good balance between richness and acidity.”
 
 
Reds:
 
Corton
 
Faiveley Corton ‘Clos des Cortons Faiveley’ Monopole Grand Cru 2016 750ml Displayed Price: $249, that’s $236.55 at 5% off and $224.10 at 10% off, 2 bottles in stock now
Stephen Tanzer-Vinous 95-98 points “Bright ruby. Fruit-driven aromas of crushed black cherry and dark raspberry convey outstanding pungent lift. Incredibly concentrated, sappy and primary, conveying outstanding juicy purity and compelling thickness to its dark fruit and violet flavors. At once hugely powerful and utterly seamless, this wine finishes with great spicy length and lift. A real essence of Burgundy–and likely to evolve gracefully for 25 years or more.”
William Kelley-Wine Advocate 95 points “The 2016 Corton Grand Cru Clos des Cortons Faiveley is another cuvée that is showing superbly from bottle, revealing an attractive bouquet of ripe red berry fruit, orange rind, wood smoke, espresso roast and dark chocolate that’s framed by a deft touch of classy new oak. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, satiny and lavish, with a deep and layered core, excellent concentration, vibrant acids and a long, beautifully defined finish. This is one of the finest rendition of the Clos des Cortons Faiveley produced under the new regime.”
 
Côte Chalonnaise

Faiveley Domaine de la Framboisiere Mercurey ‘La Framboisière’ Monopole, Côte Chalonnaise 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 9 bottles in stock now
Neal Martin-Vinous 89 points “The 2021 Mercurey Framboisière has a pretty, airy, redcurrant and raspberry-scented bouquet. The palate is medium-bodied with supple red fruit, orange rind and a touch of allspice. Good, solid, fresh finish, rustic in a good way. (Drink between 2023-2033)”
16/20 Jancis Robinson “Drink 2024-2029.”
 
Faiveley Mercurey Vieilles Vignes, Côte Chalonnaise 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $44.50, that’s $42.28 at 5% off and $40.05 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
Producer note “Our ‘vieilles vignes’ (old vines) are over thirty years old and produce an exceptionally aromatic wine that offers a true reflection of its Mercurey terroirs. The palate reveals a smooth, fruity attack and evolves towards notes of ripe red berries and a touch of vanilla. An intensely aromatic wine with a delicate structure and silky smooth tannins that will win over wine experts and amateurs alike.”
 
Faiveley Clos du Roy, Mercurey Premier Cru, Côte Chalonnaise 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 3 bottles in stock now
16.5/20 Jancis Robinson “Drink 2024-2030.”
Importer note “This small parcel, known as a ‘clos’, formerly belonged to the Kings of France. It was considered one of the appellation’s best parcels and was purchased by the Faiveley family in 1971. This wine could be compared to a Côte de Nuits village in terms of its delicate tannins and length on the palate. Tasting Notes: The nose exudes small red fruits combined with notes of oak and spice. The palate offers good balance, rich aromas, and delicate tannins resulting in a very distinctive wine with exceptional aromatic persistence.”

Chambolle-Musigny

Faiveley Aux Beaux Bruns, Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $179, that’s $170.05 at 5% off and $161.10 at 10% off, 16 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 94 points “An unusually firm and structured wine that breaks the mold for this village, usually associated with finesse and delicacy. Deep forest-berry aromas, but also savory and earthy notes. Imposing body that’s brimming with healthy tannins. Bright, mineral finish with excellent complexity.”

Faiveley Les Charmes, Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $199, that’s $189.05 at 5% off and $179.10 at 10% off, 3 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 95 points “A ripe red, with macerated cherry, black currant, sandalwood, vanilla and stone flavors carried by a vibrant structure. Linear and fused to finely grained tannins as it lingers on the spice- and mineral-tinged finish. Fine energy here”
James Suckling 95 points “The name says it all! Here is the charming and filigree pinot noir the world expects from Chambolle-Musigny. Very fine tannins and excellent concentration are married to lively acidity that make this dance on your palate. The long, delicate finish doesn’t want to let go”.
 
Gevrey-Chambertin
 
Faiveley Les Cazetiers, Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru 2015 750ml Displayed Price: $189, that’s $179.55 at 5% off and $170.10 at 10% off, 3 bottles in stock
Wine Enthusiast 93 points “The tannins in this wine are firm and still prominent, giving both richness and aging potential. The fruit is full, weighty, packed with dark tannins and with firm concentration. This a dark, firm wine needs to age. Drink from 2024.”
17/20 Jancis Robinson “Drink 2024-2040.”

Faiveley Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $419, that’s $398.05 at 5% off and $377.10 at 10% off, 5 bottles in stock now
William Kelley-Wine Advocate 93-95+ points “Wild and brooding, Faiveley’s 2019 Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru wafts from the glass with aromas of smoked meats, spices, wild berries and forest floor. Full-bodied, layered and sapid, it’s broad and muscular, with a deep core of fruit and youthfully chalky tannins. This is a serious Mazis built for the long haul.”
Neal Martin-Vinous 93-95 points “The 2019 Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru was reduced on the nose, making it difficult to read at the moment, though the palate is certainly well balanced, featuring crunchy black fruit laced with red currant and a generous sprinkling of cracked black pepper toward the finish. Intuition tells me this is a great Mazis-Chambertin; it will just need time.”
 
Nuits-Saint-Georges

Faiveley Aux Chaignots, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “This stunningly suave and silky Nuits-Saint-Georges really hits the bullseye! Great complexity on the nose with a tapestry of forest-berry, earthy and spicy aromas. And beneath the waterline there’s a great tannin structure that powers this across the palate and off into the distance. Drink or hold.”
Winemaker’s note “Intense garnet red hue and aromas of fruit, oak and spice on the nose. The palate reveals a smooth, rich attack, velvety tannins and good balance. A delicate, seductive and very elegant wine.”
 
Faiveley Les Damodes, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 16 bottles in stock now
William Kelley-Wine Advocate 92-94 points “Aromas of cassis, plums, orange rind and spicy new oak preface Faiveley’s 2019 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Damodes, a medium to full-bodied, deep and lively wine with a concentrated core of fruit, framed by powdery tannins. Concluding with a long, mineral finish, it’s another fine bottling from this cool, high-altitude and northeast-exposed site.”
 
Faiveley Les Porets-Saint-Georges, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2013 750ml Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 5 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 91 points “Pretty dark fruits such as blackberry and blueberry with hints of spice. Full body, tight center palate, and fine tannins. Better in a year or two, but very delicate, firm and delicious.”
Wine Spectator 90 points “A pure, elegant style, featuring raspberry, wild strawberry, rose and mineral aromas and flavors. Firm, with a tightly knit matrix for support. Fine length. Best from 2018 through 2030. 118 cases imported.”
 
Faiveley Les Porets-Saint-Georges, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2017 750ml Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 2 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 93 points “Intense, sporting violet, black currant, blackberry and mineral flavors. Dense and tightly woven, this shows a cool reserve, yet should come together nicely. Best from 2023 through 2042. 70 cases imported.”
 
Faiveley Les Porets-Saint-Georges, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 92 points “Aromas of spearmint and cinnamon accent the core flavors of black cherry and blackberry in this firm red, which is more linear on the finish, where dark fruit mingles with oak spice and mineral elements”
 
Faiveley Les Pruliers, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 92 points “Aromas of spearmint and cinnamon accent the core flavors of black cherry and blackberry in this firm red, which is more linear on the finish, where dark fruit mingles with oak spice and mineral elements. The tannins are a touch dry in the end. Best from 2025 through 2040.”

Faiveley Les Saint-Georges, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2019 1.5L Displayed Price: $419, that’s $398.05 at 5% off and $377.10 at 10% off, 2 magnums in stock now
Neal Martin-Vinous 93-95 points “The 2019 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Saint-Georges 1er Cru is an equal blend from Faiveley’s own vines and contract growers, plus a barrel from the Hospices de Nuits. It has a very perfumed and floral bouquet of red berry fruit complemented by wilted violets and potpourri. The medium-bodied palate offers crunchy red berry fruit laced with balsamic. Quite energetic and well defined toward the harmonious finish, which leaves a tang of white pepper on the aftertaste. This is a superb Les Saint-Georges.”
William Kelley-Wine Advocate 92-94+ points “A mixture of domaine and purchased grapes that are vinified together, Faiveley’s 2019 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Saint-Georges wafts from the glass with notes of sweet berries, plums, espresso roast, dark chocolate and spices. Medium to full-bodied, layered and gourmand, it’s sumptuous and charming, with lively acids and a ripe, enveloping core of fruit.”
 
Pommard

Faiveley Les Rugiens, Pommard Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $135, that’s $128.25 at 5% off and $121.50 at 10% off, 4 bottles in stock now
No reviews for the 2019 vintage. 2018 provided for reference.
Wine Spectator 92 points “A polished style, this red delivers cherry, iron, tobacco and spice flavors. A solid line of tannins lends support as it tightens up on the long finish. Best from 2024 through 2038.”
 
Volnay

Faiveley Fremiets, Volnay Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 9 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 93 points “Perhaps this warm and generous wine, with a pronounced rooty character, is not the most charming Volnay out there, but it has very good depth and excellent harmony, thanks to the fine tannins. The generous finish pulls you back for more. Drink or hold.”
 
Faiveley Volnay-Santenots, Volnay Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 5 bottles in stock now
No reviews for the 2019 vintage. 2018 provided for reference.
Wine Spectator 93 points “Dark and concentrated, displaying blackberry, black cherry, tar and charred oak flavors. Feels rustic yet there is a solid core of fruit that emerges on the finish, along with a sweetness. Best from 2023 through 2038.”
 
Morey-Saint-Denis

Faiveley Clos de la Roche Grand Cru 2016 750ml Displayed Price: $299, that’s $284.05 at 5% off and $269.10 at 10% off, 5 bottles in stock now
17/20 Jancis Robinson “Drink 2022-2036.”
Importer note “From one of the four Grands Crus of the Morey-Saint-Denis commune. 13.41 hectares (33 acres) is the total vineyard area of the Clos under production. Limestone dominates in the Clos de la Roche, where the soil is barely 30 cm. (12 inches) deep with few pebbles but with large boulders which give the climat its name.”

Monthelie

Faiveley Les Duresses, Monthelie Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 4 bottles in stock now
Producer note “Dark ruby red in colour with red fruit aromas and roasted, smoky notes on the nose. The palate is rich and oily with good structure and a perfect balance between finesse and strength. The silky tannins give this wine a harmonious mouthfeel.”

Vosne Romanee

Faiveley Vosne Romanee 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 17 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 91 points “Pretty dark fruits such as blackberry and blueberry with hints of spice. Full body, tight center palate, and fine tannins. Better in a year or two, but very delicate, firm and delicious.”
Wine Spectator 90 points “A pure, elegant style, featuring raspberry, wild strawberry, rose and mineral aromas and flavors. Firm, with a tightly knit matrix for support. Fine length. Best from 2018 through 2030. 118 cases imported.”

Domestic Discount Days – Focus on Reds: 7/6/24

Today we’re focusing on our red options, but don’t forget that all of our American wines are on sale, sparkling, white, and rosé, too. Why’s that? We’re slashing prices on all of our in-stock domestic wines in honor of July 4th! Shop by state on our webstore: Oregon, Washington, Walla Walla, and California.
 
Mix and match from any state and any type of wine and save. If it’s in stock at Vinopolis and crafted in America, it’s on our sale, running now until close of business this Sunday.
 
The 4th of July might be over, but why not save now for the rest of the year’s holiday parties, gifts, and evenings at home, too? Got a budget or special occasion in mind but can’t decide? (341 options is a lot, we get it.) Reply to this email or stop in during our open hours for help from one of our knowledgeable staff. Wine is our favorite subject, after all 🙂
 
5% off any 6-11 in-stock domestic wines
10% off any 12+ or more in-stock domestic wines
 
Discount will not display online or in your cart,
We will adjust your invoice before processing your charge.
 
Sale ends Sunday, July 7th at 6 pm Pacific.
 
We offer 341 domestic wines on sale now.
 
That includes 107 Pinot Noirs, 55 Cabernets, 19 Syrahs, and dozens more.
 
Need ideas? Browse staff picks such as:
 
Pinot Noir:
 
A mix of own-rooted and grafted Dijon clones up to 34 years old, this is Grand Cru Oregon
Beaux Freres The Beaux Freres Vineyard Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $124.95, that’s $118.70 at 5% off and $112.46 at 10% off, 3 bottles in stock now
Beaux Freres The Beaux Freres Vineyard Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2021 1.5L Displayed Price: $269, that’s $255.55 at 5% off and $242.10 at 10% off, 2 magnums in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 97 points “Layered and graceful, the 2021 Pinot Noir The Beaux Freres Vineyard pours a ripe ruby hue and reveals a beautiful perfume of orange rind, fresh red plum, clove spice, and rocky earth. Medium-bodied, with tremendous energy, fine tannins, a mineral texture, and a great, lightly toasty finish, it’s a gorgeous wine to drink over the next 10-12 years. Absolutely beautiful.”
 
Need a case (or two?) for a party? Look no further!
Benton-Lane ‘Estate Grown’ Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $19, that’s $18.05 at 5% off and $17.10 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Vibrant ripe cherry, cranberry, and raspberry nose unfold into dried blueberries, plum, and lively summer herbs. Full, plush, and balanced textures with fine grained tannins and a gentle, bright acidity. This wine is complex and layered, with ripe, fresh flavors and elegance. Vibrant ripe cherry, cranberry, and raspberry nose unfold into dried blueberries, plum, and lively summer herbs. Full, plush, and balanced textures with fine grained tannins and a gentle, bright acidity. This wine is complex and layered, with ripe, fresh flavors and elegance.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
DDO is on a roll, with vintage after vintage best buys and critics’ choice honors
Domaine Drouhin Oregon Roserock Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $36, that’s $34.20 at 5% off and $32.40 at 10% off, 20 bottles in stock now
Michael Alberty-Wine Enthusiast 95 points “Editors’ Choice! – This is a Goldilocks porridge wine where everything from the lemony acidity to the sturdy tannins was “just right.” It is medium- bodied fare, with blackberry, Thai basil and orange-zest flavors. Violet and cinnamon-stick aromas blend harmoniously with notes of dark raspberries and blueberry fruit leather. It is a stunning value.”
 
“a killer value and a great snapshot of what Eyrie is all about” -Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck
The Eyrie Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $51.90, that’s $49.31 at 5% off and $46.71 at 10% off, 21 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 94+ points “The 2021 Pinot Noir Estate lifts from the glass with a mentholated freshness, giving way to dried roses and strawberries. Silky and enveloping, it possesses a core of vividly ripe wild berries and sweet herbal tones that resonate over a tactile staining of saline minerals. Grippy tannins saturate through the long, spicy finish as repleting inner florals and bitter hints of licorice fade.”
 
A picturesque wine from the picturesque estate
Evesham Wood Le Puits Sec Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 94 points “What a beauty! The 2021 Pinot Noir Le Puits Sec blossoms in the glass with a gorgeous mix of dusty violets and roses complemented by autumnal spice, giving way to citrus-tinged wild berries. This sweeps across the palate with finesse, lifted and ethereal, with shades of blue and purple inner florals accentuating dark red fruits. It finishes long and hauntingly floral with a tactile mineral crunch and coating of gently grippy tannins. For lovers of old-school Oregon Pinot, the 2021 is dreamy.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Offering a snapshot of their style, Nicolas-Jay is Burgundy’s Domaine Meo Camuzet’s foray into the Valley
Nicolas-Jay ‘l’Ensemble’ Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 16 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 95 points “A jeweled ruby hue, the 2021 Pinot Noir L’Ensemble needs a little time to open in the glass before revealing aromas of fresh pine, ripe cherry liqueur, and toasted spice. Supple and medium to full-bodied, with ripe tannins, it delivers elegant freshness and wonderful purity through its long, mouthwatering, seamless finish. Drink 2025-2037.”
 
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
 
Boutique-meets-Texas-meets-California-meets-Oregon’s Willamette Valley
Siduri Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $31.90, that’s $30.31 at 5% off and $28.71 at 10% off, 20 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 93 points “Matured for 10 months in 25% new French oak, the 2021 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley has savory scents of cranberry sauce, blackberries, woodsmoke, tobacco and forest floor. The medium-bodied palate features generous, crunchy fruit and spicy accents. It has a silky texture, mouthwatering acidity and a long, expressive finish. 17,500 cases produced.”
 
We love Vincent Fritzsche’s wines (and the man himself); these are thoughtful and soulful wines (much like the man, too)
Vincent Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $28, that’s $26.60 at 5% off and $25.20 at 10% off, 27 bottles in stock now
Winemaker’s Note “Our cuvee of Pinot Noir barrels from our home appellation is back after a small crop in 2021. This wine comes from Zenith and Temperance Hill vineyards, with bright zesty raspberry fruit and Pinot spice.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
A masterful collaboration between Adam Lee and the late Philippe Cambie
Beau Marchais Clos Pepe Vineyard Est Pinot Noir, Sta Rita Hills 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $85, that’s $80.75 at 5% off and $76.50 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 94-96 points “While there won’t be any releases from Santa Lucia due to smoke, they were able to release their Clos Pepe Pinot Noirs. The 2020 Pinot Noir Clos Pepe Est Vineyard saw 25% stems, 48 days on stems, and aging all in new barrels. Lots of mulberry, chocolate covered strawberries, and plum fruits as well as notes of orange blossom and spice emerge from the glass, and it’s a rich, full-bodied, textured beauty that packs one heck of a mid-palate. With ripe tannins and an expansive, supple texture, drink this hedonistic, sexy Pinot Noir on release and over the following 7-8 years.”
 
This is the only listing in the USA today!
 
Étienne de Montille’s (of Domaine de Montille) project in California that’s turning heads and captivating hearts with its soulful and precise wines
Racines ‘Sta. Rita Hills Cuvee’ Pinot Noir 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $54.50, that’s $51.78 at 5% off and $49.05 at 10% off, 20 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93 points “The 2020 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills Cuvée is a terrific introduction to the range. Crushed red berry fruit, mint, spice, rose petal and a touch of whole cluster savoriness are all beautifully delineated. This is suh a gorgeous and expressive Pinot.”
 
 
Cabernet Sauvignon / Merlot & Bordeaux-Style Blends:
 
Cayuse’s single-vineyard Cab has an Old-World flair
Cayuse Vineyards Camaspelo, Walla Walla Valley 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 1 bottle in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 94 points “Leafy herbs, red and blue fruits, tobacco, cedarwood, and iron notes all emerge from the 2020 Camaspelo, another up-front, charming, soft, surprisingly supple red from this team. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it has fine grained tannins, a layered, silky mouthfeel, and outstanding length. It’s approachable today yet should have 15 years of overall longevity.”
 
It’s an open secret that this is Corliss’ second label and a boldly fantastic QPR
Secret Squirrel Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $19, that’s $18.05 at 5% off and $17.10 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Anthony Mueller-Wine Advocate 90 points “The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is fresh, expressive and pure, with an open-knit, juicy, succulent core. Medium to full-bodied, fresh, succulent and juicy with fine-grained tannins, this wine over delivers for the price and will outperform the competition once it’s released. Buy it by the case.”

This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
The deal has landed!
Screaming Eagle ‘The Flight’, Napa Valley 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $919, that’s $873.05 at 5% off and $827.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 98 points “Aromas of blackberries, red and black currants. Green olives, too. Dark roses and perfume. Medium-bodied with super crunchy energy and brightness. Very fine tannins. Elegant and precise. So subtle and complex, it’s really something. A blend of 64% merlot and 36% cabernet sauvignon. Needs four to five years to open and come together.”
 
A classic and a winner for the money
Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2018 1.5L Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 6 magnums in stock now
James Suckling 93 points “A complex nose of fresh berries, olives, herbs and spices. Balanced, velvety palate with nice harmony and elegant tannins. Long, savory finish. Delicious.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!

A complex and bold Cab Franc
La Jota Vineyard Cabernet Franc, Howell Mountain 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
Joe Czerwinski-Wine Advocate 93 points “Still based on Bill Smith’s original block from the 1970s, plus some additional plantings, the 2019 Cabernet Franc Howell Mountain is 100% Cabernet Franc. Gentle florals and herbal notes of bay leaf and sage appear on the nose, adding savory complexity to the black cherries and red raspberries. Medium to full-bodied, silky, fine and elegant, this is a perennial favorite, drinkable on release and for a decade or more afterward.”
 
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
 
Give this a hearty decant and watch as it knocks your socks off
Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Mount Veeder 2015 750ml Displayed Price: $219, that’s $208.05 at 5% off and $197.10 at 10% off, 5 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 97+ points “Another stellar wine from Mayacamas, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon continues to be quite reticent, which is probably a very good thing for its long-term prospects. Even so, the 2015 is dense, powerful and super-concentrated, with a level of finesse in its tannins that separates it from so many wines in this challenging vintage. Time in the glass brings out graphite, menthol, licorice, sage and spice notes that add a sense of gravitas. I would prefer to cellar the 2015 for at least a few years to allow some of the baby fat to melt away. I expect the 2015 will always remain an exotic, full-throttle wine relative to the norm here. I can’t wait to see how it ages.”
 
Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $33.50, that’s $31.83 at 5% off and $30.15 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 91 points “The classic 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is outstanding, with a more black fruit-driven profile as well as some violet and scorched earth nuances. Aged 18 months in 32% new French oak, it’s medium to full-bodied, has a lifted, perfumed profile, supple tannins, and a great finish. Enjoy bottles over the coming decade.”

This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
 
Syrah & Rhone-Style Blends:
 
Cayuse Vineyards En Cerise Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 8 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 98 points “A slightly darker, meatier wine, offering a Jamet-like bouquet of blackberries, ground pepper, black olive, bloody meat, crushed rocks, and violets. Showing less overt funkiness and just a stunningly pure, elegant, medium to full-bodied Syrah, it has silky tannins, a great spine of acidity, and a great, great finish…”
 
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
 
Horsepower Vineyards ‘The Tribe Vineyard’ Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2017 750ml Displayed Price: $169, that’s $160.55 at 5% off and $152.10 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 97 points “Beautiful notes of red and black raspberries, tobacco, plum sauce, loamy earth, and loads of floral notes emerge from the 2017 Syrah The Tribe Vineyard, another tight, closed wine that’s going to benefit from bottle age. Medium to full-bodied, with notable freshness as well as plenty of underlying structure, it reminds me of Côte Rôtie from the Cote Blonde lieu-dit with its incredible floral character as well as its seamless texture. Beautifully done and one of the standouts in the lineup in 2017, give bottles a healthy decant if drinking any time soon, and my money is on it benefiting from 2-3 years of bottle age and evolving for 15-20 years or more.”
 
One of our favorite discoveries last year, the Peter William winery has a lot to offer at great prices from Southern Oregon
Peter William Vineyard Lot W Syrah, Rogue Valley 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $19, that’s $18.05 at 5% off and $17.10 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Norm Roby-Wine Review Online 94 points “This small batch Syrah is made from estate grown grapes which are vinified by winemaker Eric Weisinger, who is the “W” referenced on the label. The end result is a compact, powerful expression of Syrah that may be one of the best values around these days. It is pure, ripe Syrah beginning with its dark color and earthy, leathery, black pepper aromatics. It evolves in the glass and is full of black fruits and spices delivered in a compact, medium full bodied style. It was aged in American oak (30% new) and the light toasty flavor adds a little intrigue to the ripe berry and slightly floral notes in the aftertaste. Although it should be wonderfully complex in 3 to 4 years, it is nevertheless outstanding now.”
 
This is the only listing in the USA today!

A benchmark for Rhône-style wines from California at an everyday drinking price
Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Volant, Central Coast 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $14.50, that’s $13.78 at 5% off and $13.05 at 10% off, 36 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 92 points “This classic, pioneering Rhône red continues inspiring the masses. The blend of 65% Grenache, 18% Syrah, 15% Cinsaut and 2% Petite Sirah starts with crisp red currant, crumple flower and cracked white pepper aromas. The palate is young, fresh and tense, offering raspberry jam dusted in lavender and delicate baking spices”
 
A producer we have a hard time keeping in stock!
L’Aventure Estate Cuvee, Paso Robles 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 16 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 100 points “Pure perfection from Paso Robles, the 2019 Estate Cuvee checks in as 50% Syrah, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 15% Petit Verdot that was raised in 81% new French oak. Incredible cassis and black berry fruits as well as violets, chocolate, graphite, and who knows what else emerges from the glass, and it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, a concentrated yet weightless mouthfeel, building tannins, and a great finish. It’s more seamless and approachable than the more backward, structured 2018 and will have two decades of prime drinking.
 
Sine Qua Non Into The Dark Grenache, Sta Rita Hills 2004 1.5L Displayed Price: $1,399, that’s $1,329.05 at 5% off and $1,259.10 at 10% off, 1 magnum in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck-Wine Advocate 99 points “More up-front and open-knit, the 2004 Into the Dark (Grenache) checks in as a blend of 84% Grenache, 8% Mourvedre, 7% Syrah and 1% Viognier that comes mostly from Manfred’s 11 Confessions Vineyard, yet includes small portions from Alban (10%) and Alta Mesa (9%) Vineyard. Reminding me of Clos Saint-Jean’s Sanctus Sanctorum with its incredible bouquet of sweet kirsch, licorice, dried baking spices, graphite and ground pepper, this beauty flows onto the palate with impeccable purity, perfect integration of its fruit, tannin and acidity, and blockbuster length. As is common with this estate’s wine, it’s the purity paired with serious richness that sets it apart. While still youthful and benefiting from a healthy decadence, I think it’s drinking at point and would aim to drink bottles over the coming 4-5 years. It will evolve gracefully for longer, but I see no reason to hold off.-JD”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!

 
And More:
 
“As I’ve said numerous times, Christophe Baron and assistant winemaker Elizabeth Bourcier produce some of the most singular and impressive wines out there.” -Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
 
Cayuse Vineyards Impulsivo Tempranillo, Walla Walla Valley 2020 750ml Was $133, Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 25 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 95 points “Enticing aromas of black cherries, blackberries, licorice, cloves, green chilis and dark chocolate. It’s full-bodied with fine-grained tannins. Beautifully deep, fleshy and inky, with excellent freshness, too. Spicy and attention-grabbing. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold.”
 
Cayuse Vineyards Impulsivo Tempranillo, Walla Walla Valley 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $159, that’s $151.05 at 5% off and $143.10 at 10% off, 8 bottles in stock now
Anthony Mueller-Wine Advocate 95 points “Admittedly, I’m a lover of Tempranillo from Spain. While this is nothing close to the Rioja expression, the 2021 Impulsivo does have plenty of admirable qualities, possessing a generous profile of dusty, dark red fruit, with aromas that slowly release from the glass with elements of beef broth and sour plum reduction. Medium to full-bodied, the palate shows considerable weight and texture before displaying silky tannins with a delightful umami essence. After last year’s vintage, I’m happy to say this bottling is back on track and firing on all cylinders. The wine aged 18 months in 50% new and neutral French oak demi-muids, foudre and barrels. 4,824 bottles produced.”
 
No Girls La Placiencia Vineyard Tempranillo, Walla Walla Valley 2016 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 97 points “Similarly colored, the 2016 Tempranillo La Paciencia Vineyard offers an exotic bouquet of black cherries, violets, chocolate, tobacco, smoke, and candied orange rind. It’s deep, beautiful, savory, and full-bodied, with a thrilling texture. It’s another incredibly elegant, singular wine from this estate. 321 cases.”
 
Top-notch Zin loaded with “complexity and depth”, per Antonio Galloni
Bedrock Wine Co. Evangelho Vineyard Heritage Red, Contra Costa County 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $44.50, that’s $42.28 at 5% off and $40.05 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 96 points “From Zinfandel grown in the pure sand soils of this incredible site, the 2021 Evangelho Vineyard Heritage is lifted and pure with raspberry liqueur, fresh flowers, and brushy earth. Medium-bodied, with a highly refined structure, it reveals a floral perfume of herbes de Provence and rose petals that lasts long after the wine has dissipated. With fine tannins and a gorgeous, sandy mineral texture, it’s a beautiful wine to drink over the next 10 or more years.”
 
Shop our 341 domestic wines on sale now on our webstore, including wines from Oregon, Washington, Walla Walla, and California!

Vinopolis Newsletter 7-5-24

 In This Newsletter:

Special Arrival
Quality and Value from Portugal’s 2020 “Winemaker of the Year”

New Arrivals
Peter William, Paolo Scavino, and much more!

Willamette Wines, French Roots
Why have some of Burgundy’s finest winemakers turned their sights on Oregon?

Special Arrival


Filipa Pato and William Wouters.


A collaboration between a Portuguese chemical engineer/winemaker and a Belgian restaurateur/Sommeliar. Together, these two have created something magical, easily more than the sum of its parts.
 
Their philosophy? Authentic wines without adulteration. Focusing on indigenous varietals and biodynamic farming these are fantastic food pairing wines for thanks to William and are in the top echelons of quality and cutting edge wine technology. In fact, Filipa was elected Winemaker of the Year in Portugal by the “Revista de Vinhos” in 2020, a true rarity as she is the first woman to earn the title in 30 years!
 
The DNMC (Dinamica) wines are made primarily from newly acquired or rented vineyards in conversion. They are intended to offer a classic expression of the grapes and region, and offer tremendous value.
Filipa Pato ‘Dinamica – DNMC’ Bical – Arinto, Bairrada, Portugal 2022 750ml $18 special, 12 bottles available
Filipa Pato ‘Dinamica – DNMC’ Baga, Bairrada, Portugal 2022 750ml $18 special, 12 bottles available
 
The Nossa Calcario Baga is an estate wine from her certified biodynamically farmed centenary old vines, fermented in open oak “lagares” and aged in traditional 500-600L pipas. It’s a singular and soulful Baga.
Filipa Pato & William Wouter Nossa Calcario Baga, Beiras, Portugal 2021 750ml $44.50 special, 12 bottles available
Jancis Robinson 17/20 Points “Organic. Deep crimson. Deep-flavoured and subtle. And so appetising that for the first time in this massive tasting I,m tempted to swallow this! Tannins are like the most luxuriously polished soft leather.”


New Arrivals
 
 
Peter William Vineyard.
 
Peter William Adesman has been involved in wine since the mid 1970’s, first as a consumer, then a collector, an educator, and finally with his own wines from Peter William Vineyard. Peter is still a full-time physician, but his avocation is and always will be working with wine.
 
Peter William Vineyard Malbec, Rogue Valley, USA 2018 750ml $28 special, 12 bottles available
Sean P. Sullivan-Wine Enthusiast “Aromas of vanilla, baking spice and plum lead to a palate that mixes fruit and barrel, with plump-feeling flavors. Vanilla notes linger on the finish. Fruit and barrel walk hand in hand.”
Winery Note “Our only Bordeaux Varietal, most often seen on its own from Argentina. This is a big, bold mouth-filling wine of great depth.”
 
Peter William Vineyard Grenache Rose, Rogue Valley, USA 2023 750ml $24 special, 24 bottles available
Winery Note “The wine shows bright, pretty strawberry & light cherry fruit on the nose and palate. Ample acid brightens the fruit flavors and will allow this wine to hold up in the bottle.”
 
Peter William Vineyard Roussanne , Rogue Valley, USA 2023 750ml $19.50 special, 36 bottles available
Vinopolnote “Only 30 cases made! Expect hazelnut and stonefruit, with a wave of palette cleansing citrus in the finish. This is perfect for cheese and meat plates.”
 
Peter William Sauvignon Blanc, Rogue Valley, USA 2022 750ml $21.90 special, 36 bottles available
Vinopolnote “Delicious and refreshing! Perfect for seafood and sipping in the shade.”
 
 
ITALY
 
Paolo Scavino Rocche di Castiglione, Barolo DOCG, Italy 2020 750ml $135 special, 3 bottles available
Vinous 96 Points “The 2020 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a new wine in the range. It takes the place of the Carobric, which was a blend of Cannubi, Rocche di Castiglione and Bric del Fiasc. A few years ago the Scavinos lost their lease on Cannubi, which impacted their ability to continue to make Carobric with the customary blend. That may have turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as the new Rocche di Castiglione is off the charts. Silky, aromatic and pliant, with striking textural depth, the 2020 is immediately captivating. The purity of flavors is just breathtaking. What a wine!”
 
 
SPAIN
 
A.R. Valdespino Isabela Cream Sherry, Andalucia, Spain 750ml $16 special, 6 bottles available
Wine Spectator 90 Points “The rum raisin, date and burnt orange peel notes are nicely melded, with fruitcake and licorice root accents, all allied to a juicy, lush frame. Drink now.”
 
A.R. Valdespino Inocente Single Vineyard Fino Sherry, Andalucia, Spain 750ml $21.90 special, 3 bottles available
Wine & Spirits 95 Points “Best Buy. Inocente is Valdespino’s flagship, a wine from the Macharnudo Alto vineyard, where the soil is pure white albariza. It ferments in 600-liter wooden casks without added yeasts, a practice that has become increasingly rare in Jerez. The intensity of the wine’s salinity is remarkable – iodine and salt – coming together with ripe white fruit, scents of nuts and exotic spices. The structure is dry and austere, like drinking the juice of stones. This will last for a decade in the cellar, but it’s impossible to hold onto a bottle if there’s raw seafood nearby.”
 
A.R. Valdespino Manzanilla Deliciosa Sherry, Andalucia, Spain 750ml $19 special, 6 bottles available
Decanter 94 Points “About five to six years old, from La Guita bodega. Bright astringency and vivid intensity, with a long, refreshing finish. Not subtle, or washed out; and in this case, I preferred this to the en rama version.”
 
A.R. Valdespino El Candado Pedro Ximenez Sherry, Andalucia, Spain 375ml $16 special, 12 bottles available
***Half bottle***
Wine & Spirits 92 Points “A PX from ten-year-old soleras, this is deliciously creamy. It combines raisined grape flavors with scents of figs and chestnuts, while subtle acidity plays in the background. The complexity develops further in the glass, building toward notes of chocolate, cinnamon and exotic spices.”
 
 
PORTUGAL
 
 
Gota Wines.
 
Gota Wines Private Selection ‘Prunus’ Tinto, Dao, Portugal 2021 $16 special, 24 bottles available
Decanter World Wine Awards 95 Points “An intense jammy bedrock of blueberry and damson offset with a lively herbaceous and white pepper lift; succulent and juicy with a long, refreshing finish. Stunning!”
 
Gota Wines Private Selection ‘Prunus’ Branco, Dao, Portugal 2021 $14 special, 24 bottles available
Winemaker Notes “Well-rounded and harmonious with concentrated fruit flavors of peaches yellow plums, apricots and floral notes while mineral on the palate with long mouth-watering finish.”
 
Willamette Wines, French Roots 
 
 
Domaine Drouhin.
 
Few events have signaled the blessing of a young wine region so well as the arrival of Burgundy’s famed Drouhin family in the Willamette Valley. The construction of the Drouhin family’s ten million dollar winery (in 1988 dollars, no less) announced the region as a place for serious winemaking. After the 1979 Paris Wine Olympics, where domaine Drouhin placed behind Eyrie Vineyard’s Pinot Noir, the late Robert Drouhin began investigating land in the Willamette Valley, finally settling on the Dundee Hills for their first American winery.
 
Domaine Drouhin Louise Drouhin Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills, USA 2014 750ml $149 special, 6 bottles available
Vinous 94 Points “Dark red. Musky, deep-pitched aromas of black raspberry, cherry liqueur and incense, plus a smoky nuance and a suggestion of vanilla. Sappy, pliant and penetrating on the palate, offering bitter cherry, dark berry and spicecake flavors complemented by licorice and mocha nuances. Becomes sweeter and more lively with air and finishes spicy and extremely long; smooth tannins frame the intense fruit.”
Wine Advocate 94 Points “Medium ruby-purple in color, the 2014 Pinot Noir Louise conjures notions of Black Forest cake, dried herbs and mossy bark with hints of cranberries, cedar, roses and stewed tea. Medium-bodied and very elegantly played in the mouth, there is a lovey harmony of fine-grained tannins and freshness supporting the perfumed fruit, finishing with a mineral suggestion.”
 
Domaine Drouhin Louise Drouhin Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills, USA 2016 750ml $159 special, 4 bottles available
Vinous 95 Points “Bright-hued ruby-red. A complex, highly perfumed bouquet evokes fresh boysenberry, black raspberry and Asian spices, and a sexy floral nuance gains strength with aeration. Sweet and seamless on the palate, displaying a suave blend of heft and focus to the concentrated red and blue fruit, lavender pastille and spicecake flavors. Shows impressive energy on the gently tannic, penetrating finish, which hangs on with serious, floral-driven tenacity.”
Wine Advocate 94+ Points “The 2015 Pinot Noir Louise has a pale ruby-purple color and incredibly vibrant nose of Bing cherries, crushed cranberries and violets with touches of tree bark, cinnamon stick and black truffles. Medium-bodied, the intensity continues on the palate with layers of gregarious red fruit intermingled with baking spices and earth notions, supported by fine-grained tannins and a lively backbone, which carries the finish beautifully.”
 
Domaine Drouhin Roserock Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills, USA 2022 750ml $36 special, 35 bottles available
Michael Alberty- Wine Enthusiast 95 Points- Editor’s Choice! “This is a Goldilocks porridge wine where everything from the lemony acidity to the sturdy tannins was ‘just right.’ It is medium- bodied fare, with blackberry, Thai basil and orange-zest flavors. Violet and cinnamon-stick aromas blend harmoniously with notes of dark raspberries and blueberry fruit leather. It is a stunning value.”
 
Composition.
 
Bertrand de Villaine of Domaine Romanee Conti (heard of it?) went to college in Oregon and always kept that part of the world in mind, with a dream to one day make wine from these vineyards.
 
Composition Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, USA 2021 750ml $89 special, 5 bottles available
Vinopolnote “Located on the edge of the Ribbon Ridge on the south slope of the Chehalem Mountains AVA. Willakenzie sedimentary soils are present in this section of the AVA. The vineyard sits on a gorgeous ecosystem, including the livestock of birds, sheep, and a trusty collie. Dry-farmed with biodynamic preps and no synthetic chemicals, the focus is to regenerate the soil, add native plants and allow beneficial species to thrive.”
 
Nicholas-Jay.
 
Built from the unlikely friendship that bloomed between an American Music Executive and a famous French Winemaker, Jean-Nicholas Meo of Meo-Camuzet and Jay Boberg, formerly of MCA and IRS Records, Nicolas-Jay is dedicated to producing organic, dry-farmed, old-vine Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in the spirit of Burgundy’s most esteemed Grand Crus.
 
Nicolas-Jay ‘Affinites’ Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, USA 2021 750ml $49 special, 5 bottles available
Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points “From a vineyard originally planted to Pinot Gris, the 2021 Chardonnay Bishop Creek pours a bright straw hue and takes on a sunnier profile of aromatics in its notes of white peach, orange blossoms, delicate baking spice, and lemon curd. The palate is full-bodied, with a weightless feel, a long, luxurious texture, and notes of almond that coat the palate. If well-stored, this is another wine that should age gracefully and improve with a few years in the cellar. Drink 2025-2032.”
 
Nicolas Jay Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, USA 2021 750ml $49 special, 7 bottles available
Winery Notes “A beautiful garnet color is the first indication of a dense, concentrated harvest. It’s stunning at first approach with red cherry, black tea and subtle splashes of toasted clove, spices and citrus aromas. The fruit is crunchy and wet at this early stage, but a core of cinnamon spice and light menthol arrive to inter-mingle with these cold-pressed red fruit elements as the wine begins to stretch out. Alert acidity on the front-end gives way to granite, medium-weight tannins. It’s round on the palate, but shifts into a compression of red bush fruits, orange citrus and sandalwood that presses for minutes but still finds a way to maintain an elegant canter so typical of this celebrated cuvée.”
 
Nicolas-Jay ‘l’Ensemble’ Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, USA 2021 750ml $69 special, 17 bottles available
Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points “A jeweled ruby hue, the 2021 Pinot Noir L’Ensemble needs a little time to open in the glass before revealing aromas of fresh pine, ripe cherry liqueur, and toasted spice. Supple and medium to full-bodied, with ripe tannins, it delivers elegant freshness and wonderful purity through its long, mouthwatering, seamless finish. Drink 2025-2037.”
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Happy 4th Sale: 7-4-24


 
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Domestic Discount Days:
 
Focus on Sparkling, White & Rosé
 
Today we’re focusing on our sparkling, white, and rosé options, but don’t forget that all of our American wines are on sale, reds and orange, too. Why’s that? We’re slashing prices on all of our in-stock domestic wines in honor of July 4th!
 
Mix and match from any state and any type of wine and save. If it’s in stock at Vinopolis and crafted in America, it’s on our sale, running now until close of business this Sunday.
 
5% off any 6-11 in-stock domestic wines
10% off any 12+ or more in-stock domestic wines
 
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Sale ends Sunday, July 7th at 6 pm Pacific.
 
We offer 341 domestic wines on sale now.
 
That includes 12 sparkling wines, 75 whites, and 9 rosés.
 
Need ideas? Browse staff picks such as:
 
Sparkling:
 
Savory and crisp, this is surprisingly good
Ovum Rare Form ‘Day Moon’ Sparkling, Dundee Hills NV 750ml Was $59, Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Wine & Spirits 94 points “From a vineyard in the Dundee Hills, this is organically grown riesling fermented in amphorae and aged in old barrels for a year, then two years in bottle. It’s a thought-provoking wine, subtle in a variety of ways—subtle lees notes, subtle oxidative notes, the flavors hinting at lemon, apple, Georgian savor. this stayed fresh for five days despite the intentional low pressure of its bubbles. It’s a wine to ponder with a grand plateau.”
 
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One for the cellar (and one in ours), inspired by the greatest names in Grower Champagne
Goodfellow Family Cellars Whistling Ridge Vineyard Blanc de Blancs Brut NV 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 18 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “100% Chardonnay grown on sedimentary soils on top of Ribbon Ridge. Vintages 2019-2021. The original multi-clonal Chardonnay planting of Whistling Ridge together with the vines we top-grafted over to cuttings from Cameron’s Clos Electrique. More than 10 different known clones between them (including a section of the old Mt. Eden massale block brought to Oregon by John Paul of Cameron winery in the 80s.) Skins are thicker and the shallow soils offer intensely flavored fruit and high acidity, at low Brix. Aromatics are flinty in nature, seawater, oyster shells, stony, struck match and more oceanic qualities. In the mouth, more stones, kaffir lime curd, mandarin peel, steel, and star fruit. This is the densest of the wines, and perhaps the most youthful/energetic in the palate (we bottled two Blanc de Blancs cuvees from Whistling Ridge in the first round of tirage and the other will sleep in bottle a few more years). It’s bursting with flavor, and there is the signature youthful cut, astringency, and drive of Whistling Ridge. As much as this cuvee also has a big percentage of wine with more than 30 months on lees prior to going to bottle for two more years, there is a distinct feel of a punk rock attitude here. The wine is best consumed over as many hours as you can give it…just like every other Whistling Ridge wine.”
 
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Chardonnay:
 
Mineral and bright, this is a must-try from our favorite cult WV producer
Championship Bottle ‘Gravity’s Pull’ Dion Vineyard Chardonnay, Willamette Valley 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $31.90, that’s $30.31 at 5% off and $28.71 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “2021 is a dynamite vintage for Chardonnay in the Willamette Valley, and we think this is perhaps the best vintage of Gravity’s Pull yet. As always, this hails from Dion Vineyard and its ungrafted, 30+ year-old Chardonnay vines, planted in windblown loess soils. It’s telling that across Europe, producers who are lucky enough to have ungrafted vineyards prize them supremely for the je ne sais quoi they seem to provide. Every time we taste Gravity’s Pull, we think that must be happening here, as well, and are grateful to get to work with the vineyard.”
 
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A classic!
The Eyrie Vineyards Chardonnay, Dundee Hills 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $44.50, that’s $42.28 at 5% off and $40.05 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “The 2022 vintage marks the seventh year that Eyrie Chardonnay includes both the Draper Selection from The Eyrie Vineyard but also heritage clones planted at Sisters Vineyard in the Dundee Hills. The Wente Clone and the Sterling Clone total 39% of the blend and come from 8 year old vines in the Sisters Vineyard. The Draper selection represents the balance of the blend and comes from 57 year old vines in the original Eyrie Vineyard.”

Bolder than most at a mighty fine price
Siduri Chardonnay, Willamette Valley 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $21.90, that’s $20.81 at 5% off and $19.71 at 10% off, 32 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 93 points “The 2020 Chardonnay Willamette Valley was matured for 10 months in 25% new French oak. It has youthful aromas of yellow peach and apples, cashews, toast and creamy undertones. The medium-bodied palate features generous, layered flavors delivered in an alluringly creamy texture. It has a foil of bright acidity and a long, energetic finish. 3,600 cases were made.”
 
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Jim Maresh’s new project showcasing some of the best terroir for Chard in Oregon
Tan Fruit ‘Tank Fruit’ Chardonnay, Eola-Amity Hills 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 97 points “The 2021 Chardonnay Tank Fruit is composed of fruit from the White Walnut Vineyard, a relatively new vineyard comprising eight acres planted around 2015 in the Dundee Hills. “The genetics that produced this is rare,” winemaker Jim Maresh explains, noting that the diverse clonal material in this vineyard includes 10 different heritage selections. The White Walnut Vineyard cuvée was fermented in oak and finished in stainless steel—the opposite of this 2021 Chardonnay Tank Fruit, which also comes from the White Walnut Vineyard but is fermented in stainless steel and finished in oak—although both wines offer singular exoticism. The Tank Fruit is bursting with intense aromas of peaches, fruit cocktail, lemongrass and orange oil with streaks of spice and herbs. The medium-bodied palate is satiny and seamless, gaining amplitude in the mouth as it releases wave after wave of concentrated fruit. It has a soft frame of flinty accents, and its fresh acidity calls you in for another sip on the long finish.”
 
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Spicy, round, and full of orchard fruit flavors this is excellent at table
White Walnut Estate ‘Worden Hill Rd’ Chardonnay, Dundee Hills 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 21 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 95 points “Such a fresh, mineral-driven nose. The chalk dust, wet stone and saline notes blend effortlessly with lemon, peach and pear aromas. This wine flashes razor-sharp acidity, so be warned butter lovers. Grilled lemon, lemon balm and roasted chestnut flavors bring joy and happiness.”
 
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An elegant, old-world styled wine
Arnot-Roberts Watson Ranch Chardonnay, Napa Valley 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $44.50, that’s $42.28 at 5% off and $40.05 at 10% off, 23 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 92 points “The 2022 Chardonnay Watson Ranch shows lovely textural depth and resonance. Dried pear, spice, menthol, dried flowers and herbs fill out the layers nicely. The balance here is sublime. This is an especially savory, earthy Chardonnay, with fruit pushed into the background. The 2022 is all class.”
 
Ripe and impactful with flavor amped up to 11 in the 2020 vintage
Mount Eden Vineyards Wolff Vineyard Chardonnay, Edna Valley 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $24, that’s $22.80 at 5% off and $21.60 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 91 points “The 2020 Chardonnay Wolff Vineyard is fabulous, something that is all the more remarkable considering the freakish year. Orange confit, pineapple, butter, apricot, tangerine and spice are all dialed up in this decidedly exotic, lush Chardonnay from Mount Eden. The 2020 is not at all subtle, but it sure is delicious.”

Étienne de Montille’s (of Domaine de Montille) project in California that’s turning heads and captivating hearts with its soulful and precise wines
Racines Wenzlau Family Vineyard Chardonnay, Sta. Rita Hills 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Decanter 95 points “Beguiling complexity, depth and beauty mark this outstanding Chardonnay from the Wenzlau Family Vineyard in the Sta Rita Hills. In a year when so many of California’s wine regions were devastated by smoke, this wine shows a fresh, airy poise—delicate and precise aromas of crushed chalk, petrichor, sweet white flower pollen and hints of seaspray. The palate is exquisite; a sophistication of flavours and textures collide. A savoury, briny minerality outlines apricot skin, early-season nectarine and subtle hints of bee pollen. The finish is fine, filigreed and fresh.”
 
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“This is such a gorgeous wine”
Failla Platt Vineyard Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $51.90, that’s $49.31 at 5% off and $46.71 at 10% off, 30 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 95 points “The 2021 Chardonnay Platt Vineyard shows all the translucent finesse and nuance that is so typical of wines from this site. Lemon peel, chalk, mint white pepper and crushed rocks all run through this finely sculpted, delineated Sonoma Coast Chardonnay. This is such a gorgeous wine.”
 
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Single-vineyard Chard from heritage selection plantings
Paul Hobbs George Menini Estate Chardonnay, Russian River Valley 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 18 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 95 points “The 2020 Chardonnay George Menini Estate is lifted with fresh tarragon, flint, and candied green apple. The palate is all about its chalky mineral texture and vibrant energy. Not to confuse this with losing balance or feeling underripe, it has plenty of fruit, with lemon confit, fresh green apple, and a touch of warming baking spice. Allow another year or two in cellar and drink 2023-2034.”
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 95 points “The 2020 Chardonnay George Menini Estate is the first iteration of this single-vineyard wine from Paul Hobbs, from a vineyard that he recently purchased. Previously an apple orchard, it was planted to 39 acres of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in 2015, mostly with heritage selections like Wente and Hudson. The vines are dry farmed in classic Goldridge soils. “The newer vineyards that I purchase are in cooler pockets, so I don’t have to acidulate,” Hobbs explains. “It has become a hallmark in the quest for vineyards, and the need to dry farm.” Matured for 15 months in 30% new oak, it has very pretty scents of white peach, honey, crushed almonds and flint. The light-bodied palate is silky with expansive flavors foiled by focused acidity, and it finishes with a touch of anchoring textural grip. 491 cases produced.”
 
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Other Whites:
 
A customer favorite Pinot Gris
The Eyrie Vineyards Pinot Gris Estate, Dundee Hills 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $24.50, that’s $23.28 at 5% off and $22.05 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 92 points “The 2022 Pinot Gris Estate is delicate, with an understated bouquet of wildflowers and hints of ginger. The entry is round and soothing, contrasted by a reverberation of acid-driven tension as white pit fruits and sour melon nuances swirl throughout. The 2022 tapers off with a pleasantly bitter twang as lime and liquid stone suggestions fade slowly.”
 
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A single-vineyard estate wine from the Terlato family, full of tantalizing fruit and cream notes
Rutherford Hill A.J.T. Collection Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $21.90, that’s $20.81 at 5% off and $19.71 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 94 points “Stunning, this exuberant, generous version shows notes of passion fruit, Key lime, dried pineapple and orange blossoms, along with grated ginger. Reveals a hint of sea salt minerality on the long, expressive finish, where toasted herb accents linger.”
 
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Goodfellow makes top-notch Pinots, but don’t miss their highly affordable and addictive whites!
Goodfellow Family Cellars Whistling Ridge Vineyard Riesling, Ribbon Ridge 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $28, that’s $26.60 at 5% off and $25.20 at 10% off, 27 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Lime peel, stone fruit, tangerine, rainier cherry, and river stones. Raised in an old 820L Acacia puncheon, this is textural and tranquil in the attack, then unfolds like a flower blossom in the palate with soft fruit and florals which give way to juicy, lingering acidity. Tasting this is entertaining, the original tranquility and supple texture suggests one direction, and then the explosion of nuance in the mid-palate reverses course, the acidity is soft and juicy but somehow sustains much longer than one would expect. This is one of my favorite versions of this wine. 11.1% abv and 86 cases produced.”
 
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A staff favorite for years from the Grand Cru of Freedom Hill
Kelley Fox Wines Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Blanc, Willamette Valley 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $36, that’s $34.20 at 5% off and $32.40 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 93 points “The 2022 Pinot Blanc Freedom Hill Vineyard opens with a rich and spicy blend of crushed stone, dried apricots and mint. Soft, silky textures soothe, filling the palate with masses of mineral-tinged orchard fruits and savory spice. It tapers lemon oil and raw almond.”
 
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Textural and intriguing!
Arnot-Roberts Vare Vineyard Ribolla Gialla, Napa Valley 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $47, that’s $44.65 at 5% off and $42.30 at 10% off, 4 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93 points “The 2020 Ribolla Gialla Vare Vineyard is super-elegant, savory and nuanced. In 2020, the Ribolla has a bit more edginess than in most years, probably a combination of the natural character of Ribolla, early bottling and the early personality of the year. I like the aromatics quite a bit, though. This needs time in bottle. There is plenty of energy.”
 
 
Rosé:
 
You’ll have to fight the staff for this one…
Arnot-Roberts Rosé, Lake County 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $26, that’s $24.70 at 5% off and $23.40 at 10% off, 24 bottles in stock now
Winery Notes “Arnot-Roberts began making Rosé from Touriga Nacional in 2010. They were compelled by the grape’s deep color, brilliant acidity and aromatic complexity even at low sugar content.The fruit is hand-harvested, then lightly crushed by foot to release some color prior to pressing. The juice is fermented with native yeasts and full native malolactic in all stainless steel tanks, then blended together to harmonize.”
 
A Drouhin project that could rival rosés for twice the price
Cloudline Cellars Rosé, Willamette Valley 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $11.90, that’s $11.31 at 5% off and $10.71 at 10% off, 34 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “The 2021 Cloudline Rosé of Pinot Noir expresses a floral nose of strawberry blossom and hawthorns. A beautiful salmon color, the wine has the lively texture of classic rosé and a flavor palate that includes strawberry, kiwi and a touch of lemongrass. Consider this a summer dream for any time of the year!”

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A classic from Jay Somers and Ronda Newell-Somers!
J.C. Somers ‘Whole Lotta’ Rose, Oregon 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $14, that’s $13.30 at 5% off and $12.60 at 10% off, 20 bottles in stock now
Michael Alberty-Wine Enthusiast 90 points “This 50-50 blend of Grenache and Tempranillo will leave rosé fans thunderstruck. Orange and chalk dust aromas are subtle, but the wine’s iced black tea with lemon and raspberry flavors will shake you all night long. Some might think the tangy direct current of acidity is a touch too much, but they’d be wrong.”
 
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We might be closed for the 4th, but our webstore is always open for shopping. Explore our 341 options on sale now from Oregon, Washington, Walla Walla, and California.