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Grand Rosé Sale
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Grand Rosé Sale
 
Your Three-Day Discount Starts Now
 
Spring is in full swing with our three-day sale on all in-stock, non-sparkling rosé!
 
5% off any 6-11 bottles of in-stock non-sparkling rosé wines
10% off any 12+ bottles of in-stock non-sparkling rosé wines
 
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Discount ends Tuesday, May 21st at 9 am Pacific
 

We offer 73 in-stock rosé wines, including:
 
Staff favorite!
Ameztoi Rubentis Rosado, Getariako Txakolina 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $24, that’s $22.80 at 5% off and $21.60 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
De Maison importer note “The iconic Ameztoi Rubentis rosé is a field blend of the local, indigenous hondarrabi zuri and hondarrabi beltza varieties, grown on traditional trellises high on the slopes rising above Getaria, an ancient Basque fishing village on Spain’s rugged northern coast. In the 2000s, when almost all of the other local wineries gave up on the indigenous red hondarrabi beltza vines, the Ameztoi family retained their old vines, in turn, lending their rosé such exceptional vibrancy and complexity. Rubentis, the region’s first pink wine, was inspired by the historic claret style wines which were once produced in the area long before the current global craze made rosé famous. The backbone of the blend comes from an old hondarrabi beltza vineyard planted in 1840, preserved by the Ameztoi family for generations. Ameztoi Rubentis is an authentic original, a wine that is often imitated but never replicated.”
 
Brick House Vineyards Intentional Rosé of Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $29, that’s $27.55 at 5% off and $26.10 at 10% off, 18 bottles in stock now
Paul Gregutt 92 points “This is only the third intentional (non saignée) rosé ever made at Brick House I am told. It comes from young vines that were replanted after phylloxera began taking out the older Pinot. This was sourced from a five year old Pommard block. Don’t let the light color fool you, this is a big, flavorful, fruit-powered rosé, rich with sweet bubblegum, peach, papaya and tropical fruit flavors.”
 

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Peyrassol ‘Chateau Peyrassol’ Cotes de Provence Rosé 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $38, that’s $36.10 at 5% off and $34.20 at 10% off, 34 bottles in stock now
Josh Raynolds-Vinous 92 points “Translucent orange. White peach, strawberry, mango and a touch of honey on the highly fragrant nose. Offers fleshy red berry and pith fruit flavors, along with hints of lavender, fennel and orange zest. Closes long, smooth and gently spicy, with the peach and floral notes repeating.”
 

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Peyrassol ‘Le Clos’ Cotes de Provence Rosé 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 18 bottles in stock now
Peyrassol ‘Le Clos’ Cotes de Provence Rosé 2021 1.5L Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 14 magnums in stock now
Josh Raynolds-Vinous 94 points “Vivid onion skin color. A highly perfumed and complex bouquet evokes fresh citrus and pit fruits, strawberry and pungent flowers, along with building mineral and succulent herb elements. Shows excellent clarity and depth to its juicy red fruit, nectarine and mango flavors, which are sweetened by a background of vanilla note. Finishes impressively long and silky, with the mineral and floral note resonating.”
 
Peyrassol ‘Le Clos’ Cotes de Provence Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $77, that’s $73.15 at 5% off and $69.30 at 10% off, 29 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 93 points “The 2022 Rosé Le Clos Peyrassol keeps the glass in constant motion. Swirling unlocks depths of dried apricot and peaches, complicated by sweet smoke and mint. This is deeply textural, creamy yet lively all the same, with tantalizing acidity and vividly ripe orchard fruits perfectly contrasted by ginger. Cooling and poised, yet still juicy on the palate, the 2022 finishes with admirable length, leaving green melon and inner florals to fade slowly.”
 

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Chateau Pradeaux Bandol Rosé 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $36.50, that’s $34.68 at 5% off and $32.85 at 10% off, 18 bottles in stock now
Joe Czerwinski-Wine Advocate 91-93 points “Not bottled yet at the time of my spring visit to the region, the 2021 Bandol Rose nevertheless showed exceptional promise in my blind tasting. A blend of 80% Mourvèdre and 20% Cinsault, it’s a coppery flamingo-pink in color, with more extraction and tannin than your typical Bandol rosé. It’s round and ripe on the palate, medium to full-bodied, with cherry and lime notes and a long, softly dusty finish. The 2020 version, tried at the estate, is still going strong and might be even a little bit better. Don’t skip it just because it’s not called out on this list.”
 

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Chateau Soucherie Cuvée L’Astree Rosé de Loire 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $26, that’s $24.70 at 5% off and $23.40 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Rosenthal Wine Merchant importer note “This dry, mineral-driven Rosé is produced from Grolleau (70%) and Gamay (30%). The vines are planted to clay, sandstone and schist soils. The wine is a product of the direct press method of vinification and the elevage is in cuve with bottling occurring usually in April of the spring following harvest. We purchase approximately 7800 bottles for the US market.”
 

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Clos Cibonne Cuvée Tradition Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $41.90, that’s $39.81 at 5% off and $37.71 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
Yohan Castaing-Wine Advocate 92 points “A blend of 90% Tibouren and 10% Grenache, all matured in ancient barrels (some are over 100 years old), the 2022 Cotes de Provence Rose Tibouren Cuvee Tradition evokes aromas of tangerine, exotic fruits, rose petal, lychee, sweet spices, thyme, ginger and a delicate touch of licorice. Medium to full-bodied, with a succulent entry, the wine is perfectly balanced, fleshy and juicy on the palate, with a long, salty, mouthwatering finish. This well-made, forward, balanced beauty will drink well all summer long and much more.”
 
Clos Cibonne Tibouren Cuvée Spéciale des Vignettes Côtes de Provence Rosé 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $46, that’s $43.70 at 5% off and $41.40 at 10% off, 18 bottles in stock now
Yohan Castaing-Wine Advocate 94 points “The 2021 Cotes de Provence Rose Cuvee Speciale des Vignettes was produced with the oldest Tibouren vines of Clos Cibonne and matured in old barrels. It has a delicate, refined bouquet with aromas of spring flowers, garrigue, red berries, tonca bean and iodine as well as delicate oaky hints. Medium to full-bodied, lively and delicate, it has a lively, fine acidity structure and perfectly well-integrated oaky notes. Perfectly ripe, it will offer a broad drinking window.”
 

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Clos Cibonne Tibouren Cuvée Spéciale des Vignettes Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Importer note “Clos Cibonne’s iconic Cuvée Spéciale des Vignettes stands uniquely apart from other rosés as a classic, one-of-a-kind Côtes de Provence rosé featuring the tibouren grape in the lead role. Legendary amongst experienced French wine collectors for its texture, substance, and ability to age gracefully for a decade or more, Cuvée Spéciale des Vignettes is aged under fleurette (a thin veil of yeast, similar to the process in Sherry or Jura wines) in 120-year-old, 5,000L foudres for one year. Clos Cibonne crafts a wine that is completely its own through combining a rare grape with a unique aging process.”
 
Cloudline Cellars Rosé, Willamette Valley 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $11.90, that’s $11.31 at 5% off and $10.71 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Case-12 Cloudline Cellars Rosé, Willamette Valley 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off
Winemaker’s 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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The next best price is $17.20

 
Domaines Ott ‘By.Ott’ Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $24, that’s $22.80 at 5% off and $21.60 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Winery note “Pale and pretty in crystal-clear pink with orange undertones. The nose is delicate and fruity with notes of white peach and apricot mixed with passion fruit and mango. The taste is full, fresh and crisp with echoes of the fruity aroma amplified by citrus zest and sweet spices (cinnamon and cardamom). All of the great Domaines Ott* tradition in a friendly and elegant wine.”
 
Domaines Ott Château de Selle Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022 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 93 points “The 2022 Rosé Château de Selle Cru Classé opens with a striking bouquet, blending dusty dried flowers with ginger, a spritz of lemon and crushed apples. It’s supple and soothing to the senses, with a textural wave of white strawberry, candied orange and sweet inner florals. A core of brilliant acidity maintains a fantastic balance as this tapers off long and potent. A mineral staining and citrus hints tease the taste buds. Please pour me another.”
 
Domaines Ott Château Romassan Bandol Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $51.90, that’s $49.31 at 5% off and $46.71 at 10% off, 25 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 91 points “The 2022 Rosé Château Romassan wafts up from the glass with a pretty blend of stone dust and savory herbs accentuating wild strawberry hints. It’s silky and pliant on the palate, showing crisp orchard fruits, sour citrus and minerals that add a more tactile feel toward the close. This finishes potent and with admirable length. Young peach and sage hints slowly fade.”
 
Domaines Ott Clos Mireille Cru Classé Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $54.50, that’s $51.78 at 5% off and $49.05 at 10% off, 23 bottles in stock now
Josh Raynolds-Vinous 93+ points “The 2022 Rosé Clos Mireille Cru Classé is dreamy, wafting up with a perfumed blend of nectarine, sweet white flowers and white strawberry. Like pure silk on the palate, this soothes with its ripe orchard fruits, which are gently contrasted by a bitter tinge of sour citrus as juicy acidity adds fleshy depths. The 2022 cleans up beautifully as inner florals and confectionary spice echo throughout. This is a gorgeous Rosé today, yet it should evolve beautifully for years. Drink: 2023-2026. (May 2023)”
 
Font-Mars Clemence Rosé, IGP Pays d’Oc 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $14, that’s $13.30 at 5% off and $12.60 at 10% off, 31 bottles in stock now
Winery notes “Color: Soft pink with silver reflections. Nose: Bouquet of fresh red berries and citrus fruits. Mouth: In harmony with its nose, frank finish.”
 

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Gerard Boulay ‘Sibylle’ Sancerre Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $28, that’s $26.60 at 5% off and $25.20 at 10% off, 31 bottles in stock now
Yohan Castaing-Wine Advocate 91+ points “The 2022 Sancerre Rose Sibylle reveals aromas of spring flowers, ripe red berries, lemon, rose petals and spices with menthol hints. Perfectly balanced, textured, juicy and fresh, it’s nicely tense with a long, mouthwatering finish. Recommended.”
 
Gramona ‘Mart’ Xarel-lo Vermell Rosat, Penedes 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $24, that’s $22.80 at 5% off and $21.60 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Eric Solomon Imports note “Xarel-lo, Vermell Certified organic CCPAE and biodynamic DEMETER. The pale color of this rosé comes from a 48-hour maceration before pressing. With this additional skin contact, combined with the already high levels of antioxidants present in the juice of this variety, Mart cannot only be enjoyed in its youth (peaches and strawberries) but it has the capacity to develop for several years in the bottle as more pink peppercorn nuances emerge.”
 

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Domaine Les Grands Bois “Les Trois Soeurs” Côtes du Rhone Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $14, that’s $13.30 at 5% off and $12.60 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
50% Grenache, 50% Mourvèdre. 13% alc. Certified Organic. The epitome of quality & value in the Côtes-du-Rhône, Marc Besnardeau’s wines are ripe, vibrant & delicious! Direct press only, 20 days low temperature fermentation in stainless steel tank. Lychee color and peach/lychee bouquet. Very fresh on the pallet with peach and fruit drop flavors.
 

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J.C. Somers ‘Whole Lotta’ Rosé, Oregon 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $14, that’s $13.30 at 5% off and $12.60 at 10% off, 34 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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Chateau la Mascaronne Côtes de Provence Rosé 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $28, that’s $26.60 at 5% off and $25.20 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 90 points “Ripe with red-berry flavors alongside the wine’s intense acidity, this is young, full of fruit. The fruit flavors are textured with a tangy aftertaste. Drink now.”
 

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Marietta Cellars OVR Old Vine Rosé, California 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $14.50, that’s $13.78 at 5% off and $13.05 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 92 points “A blend of 50% Syrah, 25% Grenache Noir and 25% Grenache Gris, the 2022 Old Vine Rosé has a medium cherry-pink color and pretty scents of peach, dried herbs and charcuterie. The light-bodied palate is bright and refreshing with a deep core of fruit, a touch of anchoring texture and a long, spicy finish. It drinks well on its own, although it will pair widely at the table.”
 
Rocca di Montegrossi Rosato Toscana IGT 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $20.90, that’s $19.86 at 5% off and $18.81 at 10% off, 26 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 92+ points “A burst of sour melon and crushed rocks gives way to green apples and fresh mint as the captivating 2022 Rosato blossoms in the glass. This blends vibrant acidity with zesty mineral tones and sweet spice to create a truly harmonious and high-energy vibe on the palate. Nothing is out of place as the 2022 finishes with a tinge of crisp minerality, leaving the mouth watering as gingery spice hints fade. This is stunning today, yet it may get even better over the coming months in bottle.”
 
Domaine Saint Damien Gigondas Rosé, Rhone 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $26, that’s $24.70 at 5% off and $23.40 at 10% off, 27 bottles in stock now
Winemaker Notes “Organically farmed. From the lieu dit “La Moutte” this tiny production rosé is from mostly 45 year old Cinsault planted in 1970, and 10-15 year old Mourvèdre and Syrah. Cold maceration for 6 hours in the press and slow pneumatic pressing. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with occasional lees stirring. Rose petal, honeydew melon, lychee, pineapple and garrigue. Surprisingly rich mouth feel. Hint of pepper and crushed rock on the finish.”
 
Torre dei Beati ‘Rosa-ae’ Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $19.50, that’s $18.53 at 5% off and $17.55 at 10% off, 33 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 92 points “The 2022 Cerasuolo d’abruzzo Rosa-Ae blows off a whiff of reduction to reveal a profoundly satisfying bouquet of rose petals, wild strawberries, and wet stone. This sizzles on the Patale, blending tantalizing acidity with minerals and ripe white cherry fruits. The 2022 finishes with marvelous freshness and potency. It ends with a pleasantly chewy sensation and wild berry hints. This is beautifully done and wonderfully balanced at just .2 grams of residual sugar per liter.”

 
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Vinopolis Close-Out Sale Featurette:

Case Deals on Our Close-Out Sale
 

We offer 207 wines on our Close-Out Sale, including already super-low case discounts. Browse our complete list of outstanding case deals below or shop the entire sale on our webstore now!
 
In Stock & On Sale Now:
 
Chateau Beau Buisson, Bordeaux 2020 750ml Was $16, Now $11.90 special, 36+ bottles in stock now
Case-12 Chateau Beau Buisson, Bordeaux 2020 750ml Was $149, Now $119 (that’s only $9.92/bottle!)
Gilbert & Gaillard International Challenge Silver “[Translated] Dark in color with young purplish reflections. Ripe nose where red and black fruits are adorned with woody and mineral tones. The palate is clearly in a blossoming mode of stone fruit and cherry flesh. It is full-bodied and very tannic. Decant.”
 

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Bigonneau Reuilly Rouge, Loire 2019 750ml Was $17, Now $14 special, 36+ bottles in stock now
Casae-12 Bigonneau Reuilly Rouge, Loire 2019 750ml Was $179, Now $149 (that’s only $12.42/bottle!)
Importer note “WHY WE LOVE IT: Red wines from Reuilly can only be produced with one grape varietal: Pinot Noir. Very approachable and varietally correct Pinot Noir, sold at a fraction of the price compared to its Burgundian neighbors to the east. Tasting Notes: Great aromatic intensity with floral, strawberry, and cherry flavors. Soft and smooth mouth feel. Elaboration: The stalk is eliminated and separated from grape to avoid [an] herby taste in the wine. Then, the harvest is sent to temperature controlled tanks… Maceration time is between 1 and 2 weeks. Then, pumping over pressing at a very low pressure. It is aged on the lees in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks.”
 

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Carpineta Fontalpino Do ut des Toscana IGT, Tuscany 2016 750ml Was $49, Now $39 special, 36+ bottles in stock now
Caase-6 Carpineta Fontalpino Do ut des Toscana IGT, Tuscany 2016 750ml Was $269, Now $219 (that’s only $36.50/bottle!)
James Suckling 95 points “The fruit here really takes your breath away with its intensity, as well as purity. Blackberry crumble, pressed violets, ink, iodine, charcoal, vanilla and resin. It’s the polish of the tannins that really makes this wine, carrying itself effortlessly over a shimmer of electric acidity to the long finish. Drink in 2023. Made from organically grown grapes.”
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94 points “The 2016 Do Ut Des (a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon) exhibits a generous and expansive personality that hits the palate like a warm embrace from a favorite friend. This is a succulent and smooth red wine with thick layers of bold cherry, dried blackberry, leather, rose hip and scorched earth. In the mouth, the wine proceeds with medium- to full-bodied texture and elegantly contoured fruit flavors.”
 
Domaine du Clos des Fees Cotes du Roussillon Villages 2015 750ml Was $54.50, Now $49 special, 18 bottles in stock now
Case-6 Domaine du Clos des Fees Cotes du Roussillon Villages 2015 750ml Was $299, Now $279 (that’s only $46.50/bottle!)
Joe Czerwinski-Wine Advocate 96 points “Eighteen months in new French oak barrels has given the 2015 Côtes du Roussillon Villages le Clos des Fées a certain tightness and discipline lacking in the Vieilles Vignes bottling. There’s still massive fruit and buried complexity, full body and rich tannins, but there’s also firmness of structure that shows the serious, age-worthy side of Bizeul’s winemaking. Vanilla and baking spices accent deep, dark cherries and plums, ending in a long, velvety finish.”
 

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Mixed three-pack!
Case-3 Petrolo Bòggina Combo Pack 2014 750ml Was $119, Now $99 special, 2 three-packs in stock now
2 bottle 2014 Boggina, 1 bottle 2014 Boggina Anfora
2014 Petrolo Boggina:
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “The 2014 Bòggina is stunning. Although a touch compact in this vintage, the Bòggina impresses for its energy and overall freshness. Red cherry, raspberry, rose petal, tobacco and savory herbs are some of the many notes that continue to open up as the wine takes shape in the glass. It will be interesting to see if the 2014 puts on more weight with time in bottle. It certainly improved over the time I followed it.”
2014 Petrolo Boggina Anfora:
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93 points “It’s interesting to taste the 2014 Bòggina Anfora (Bògginanfora), Petrolo’s Sangiovese done in amphora next to the same wine aged in oak. The amphora wine is initially a bit softer and creamier in its contours, but it also offers less development in the glass. Lavender, plum, menthol, sage and sweet herbs lead into the expressive finish. This is another very pretty wine from Petrolo and proprietor Luca Sanjust.”

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Vaglio Blanco, Tupungato 2020 750ml Was $16, Now $14 special, 36+ bottles in stock now
Case-12 Vaglio Blanco, Tupungato 2020 750ml Was $169, Now $149 (that’s only $12.42/bottle!)
Joaquin Hidalgo-Vinous 91 points “The 2020 Chardonnay Vaglio Blanco is blended with 10% Sémillon from El Peral, Uco Valley, and was aged in 500-liter barrels for eight months. Yellowy green in the glass. The nose is a little more lively than the 2019 version, presenting notes of dill, herbs and fruit with honey and oak in the background, which also features a little pear. Broad on the palate, it has well-judged freshness, an elegant feel and a fruity aftertaste.”
Brazos Wine importer note “This is a blend of 90% Chardonnay and 10% Semillon from El Peral in the Uco Valley, Mendoza. The nose is lively and bright with notes of green apple, pear, whites flowers, and a little green pea. The palate is well balanced with dense fruit and crisp acid.”

 
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Don’t miss our additional sale going on now:
 
Selbach-Oster
 
5% off any 6-11 bottles of in-stock Selbach-Oster wines
10% off any 12+ bottles of in-stock Selbach-Oster wines
 
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Selbach-Oster sale ends Sunday, May 19th at 9 am Pacific.

In This Newsletter:
 
Selbach Sale
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Vinopolis Close-Out Sale Featurette: Castello di Meleto
 

 
Selbach-Oster
 
Your Three-Day Discount Starts Now
 

If you’re an American that drinks German Riesling, thank Johannes Selbach. As the winemaker and owner of Selbach-Oster, Selbach makes profound and affordable German Rieslings. Because they aren’t opulent or extreme, the wines are overlooked by reviewers that prefer a more bombastic style. Instead, his wines are like sitting down to dinner with a good friend. You can drink his delicate and soulful Spätlesen and Auslesen wines with your main course, not just dessert or spicy dishes, and you’d be shocked at how flexible the bone-dry GGs and ethereal Kabinetts are across cuisine types.
 
But Johannes Selbach’s food-friendly style of Rieslings is not why he could be considered the ambassador of modern German wines. In fact, Johannes is the modest tastemaker behind US importer Terry Theise, one of the most important American figures in the modern revitalization of interest in German Rieslings.
 
Selbach connected Theise to multiple estates as Theise built his portfolio, such as A.J. Adams and Vols. He even took over production at Merkelbach when the elderly brothers retired without heirs. Selbach-Oster was one of the first estates Theise imported, and, as evidenced in the legendary Terry Theise catalogues produced while he worked with Skurnik, Johannes Selbach was an essential advisor and a dear friend.
 
Chez Vinopolis, we have worked directly with Johannes Selbach for many years. The selections have varied with the vintage: we’ve picked up a pallet or two of Selbach-Oster wines, we’ve carried wines he personally tasted and selected at the Bernkasteler Ring auction (more a showcase of estates’ top wines than an American-style bidding war), and sometimes we’ve loaded up on underrepresented producers he admires such as Prinz, Karlsmuhle, and Kees-Kieren.
 
The wide array of Selbach-Oster wines we have in stock were hand-picked for our shop by Johannes Selbach himself. These are his treasures, what he wants to share with you. We’re proud to offer them and excited to present them to you on our three-day sale.
 
“There are no wines along the Mosel more honorable than those of Selbach-Oster. They are grounded, honest, intelligent and meaningful – like the family who produce them. Where wine is concerned I trust Johannes as I trust very few other people. He’s not only highly intelligent, he’s also smart and judicious. He has found his path. His wines have identity and purpose.” –Terry Theise, 2009 German Catalogue (emphasis in original)
 
“I recommend buying what’s available from Selbach-Oster now” –Stephan Reinhardt, writing on the 2019 vintage
 
“If you had to sum up Selbach’s wines in just a few words they would be ‘brilliant, complex, classic, and balanced.’” –Skurnik Wines
 

5% off any 6-11 bottles of in-stock Selbach-Oster wines
10% off any 12+ bottles of in-stock Selbach-Oster wines
 
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Discount ends Sunday, May 19th at 9 am Pacific

 
We offer thirteen in-stock wines from Selbach-Oster, including:
 
Selbach-Oster Graacher Domprobst Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $45, that’s $42.75 at 5% off and $40.50 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Stuart Pigott 95 points “Expansive yet very precise, exotic-fruit nose. Powerful and concentrated, though only medium-bodied, with so many subtle mineral and exotic-fruit nuances. Very long finish. Drink or hold.”
 
Close-Out Sale Wine: Was $44.50
Selbach-Oster Schlossberg Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $37.50, that’s $35.63 at 5% off and $33.75 at 10% off, 21 bottles in stock now
Stuart Pigott 94 points “This has the mandarin and yeasty aromas from long fermentation, but with some aeration, mirabelle and quince notes develop. A powerful dry wine that retains the classic Mosel vitality and crispness. Long, intense mineral finish. Better from 2021.”
 
Close-Out Sale Wine: Was $18
J & H Selbach Zeltinger Himmelreich Riesling Kabinett 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $14, that’s $13.30 at 5% off and $12.60 at 10% off, 17 bottles in stock now
VinopolNote: Purchased fruit from the one of the “Grand Cru” vineyards of the Mittelmosel. Though this is a not strictly a Selbach-Oster estate wine, we’re happy to include this wildly underpriced single-vineyard Kabinett in our sale, making it quite possibly the best value in German Riesling in our shop.
 
Close-Out Sale Wine: Was $29
Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Schlossberg Riesling Kabinett 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $22.50, that’s $21.38 at 5% off and $20.25 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Stephan Reinhardt-Wine Advocate 93 points “The 2019 Zeltinger Schlossberg Riesling Kabinett is pure and flinty on the pure, elegant, terroir-driven nose. Piquant and crystalline on the palate, this is a crunchy and crispy, well-concentrated and nicely phenolic Schlossberg with juicy fruit but a crystalline and refined finish. Very long and stimulatingly salty. Tasted at the domain in September 2020.”
John Gilman 92 points “The 2019 Schlossberg Kabinett from Selbach-Oster is really a very pretty example of the vintage, but this is more Spätlese in terms of weight and breadth of shoulder than classical Kabinett. However, this takes away nothing from the charm here on both the nose and palate, with the bouquet delivering a lovely blend of white cherry, white peach, a touch of wild yeasts, a refined base of slate, bee pollen and a topnote of apple blossoms. On the palate the wine is medium-full, complex and nicely filigreed, with good acids, fine focus and grip and a long, complex and very nicely balanced finish. Think of this as a hybrid between Kabinett and Spätlese, but with personality to burn! 2020-2040+.”
 
Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Schlossberg Riesling Kabinett 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $24, that’s $22.80 at 5% off and $21.60 at 10% off, 35 bottles in stock now
Stephan Reinhardt-Wine Advocate 93+ points “The 2020 Zeltinger Schlossberg Kabinett offers a bright yet intense and finely flinty, very delicate bouquet of bright fruits and crushed/weathered slate. Lush and round but vital and bright on the palate, this is a highly delicate and saline, well balanced and juicy picture-book Kabinett. Superb! 9% stated alcohol. Screw cap. Tasted at the domaine in July 2022.”
 
Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Schlossberg Riesling Kabinett 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $26, that’s $24.70 at 5% off and $23.40 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Stephan Reinhardt-Wine Advocate 92 points “The 2021 Zeltinger Schlossberg Kabinett is bright and pure on the elegant and refined nose that shows bright slate and fruit as well as herbal aromas. Lush and piquant as well as saline on the palate, this is a playful and juicy, classic Kabinett with a stimulating finish. 8.5% stated alcohol. Screw cap. Tasted in July 2022.”
 
Close-Out Sale Wine: Was $33
Selbach-Oster Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spatlese 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $28, that’s $26.60 at 5% off and $25.20 at 10% off, 26 bottles in stock now
Stephan Reinhardt-Wine Advocate 93 points “The 2019 Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese is very clear, pure and flinty on the intense, elegant, crunchy and slatey nose. Salty, piquant and lush on the palate, this is a crystalline, pure and salty Badstube that is juicier and rounder than the 2018. Tasted at the domain in September 2020.”
Mosel Fine Wines 92 points “The 2019er Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Spätlese was made from fruit picked at 90° Oechsle and was fermented down to sweet levels of residual sugar (69 g/l). It offers a very delicate and nicely perfumed nose of white flowers, rose petal, vineyard peach, apple, laurel, and herbs. The wine proves delicately juicy and refined on the smooth and slightly juicy palate and leaves a delicate sense of lightness in the more fruity-styled than really sweet-tasting finish. This is a joyful and remarkably easy-drinking expression of Spätlese. 2027-2044.”
 
Selbach-Oster ‘Anrecht’ Zeltinger Himmelreich Riesling Auslese 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 8 bottles in stock now
Stephan Reinhardt-Wine Advocate 96-97 points “The 2021 Zeltinger Himmelreich Auslese Anrecht opens with a very clear, intense and smoky bouquet of crushed rocks with flinty and iodine notes as well as nutty and yeasty ones. Full-bodied, lush and intensely mineral on the palate, this is a pure and elegant but juicy and refined Auslese with a long, crystalline and saline, well-structured finish. Good tension, grip and length. It’s a superb Riesling of the vintage and certainly a long-distance runner. Natural cork. Tasted as a sample at the domaine in July 2022.”
Terry Theise note “Anrecht, while equally steep and also on a perfect southern angle, has the deepest subsoil of broken slate mixed with organic matter (humus) and loam. It is further away from river and village compared to Rotlay and Schmitt, hence a tad cooler but nonetheless excellent.”
 
Selbach-Oster Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Auslese * 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $45, that’s $42.75 at 5% off and $40.50 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Stephan Reinhardt-Wine Advocate 96 points “The 2019 Bernkastler Badstube Riesling Auslese * is deep and concentrated on the still reductive, flinty and stony nose. Piquant, racy, dense and rich on the palate, this is a laser-sharp, salty-piquant and crunchy Auslese with concentrated lemon chutney notes and lingering salinity and grip. It is stunningly precise and like an ice wine because everything is concentrated due to the perfectly clear and clean botrytis. Tasted at the domain in September 2020.”
Mosel Fine Wines 95 points “The 2019er Bernkasteler Badstube Riesling Auslese * comes from a parcel of old un-grafted vines in the Bernkasteler Graben situated next to the Bernkasteler Doktor and was fermented down to noble-sweet levels of residual sugar (117 g/l). It offers a superbly attractive and complex nose of grapefruit, yellow peach, honeyed pear, spices, flowers, and mint. The wine coats the palate with ample juicy and yellow honeyed fruits, almond cream, and a touch of nut paste and leaves one with a sense of herbal flavors reminiscent of great Doktor wines in the crystal clear and very long finish,. The after-taste of this truly magnificent Auslese feels sweet rather than noble-sweet. 2029-2059.”
 
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Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Sonnenhuhr Riesling Beerenauslese 2018 375ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 11 half-bottles in stock now
Stephan Reinhardt-Wine Advocate 97 points “The 2018 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Beerenauslese displays an intense but very clear and radiant citrus color in the glass. The nose is concentrated and fresh, with lemon chutney and broken stone aromas. Pure and fresh on the palate, this is a dense, concentrated, rich yet very precise, fresh and elegant BA with a long, crunchy, terroir-driven finish that represents the delicate slate structure of the Sonnenuhr. Still young but not really sweet due to the crystalline acidity structure. Tasted at the domain in September 2020.”
Mosel Fine Wines 94-96 points “This 2018er Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling BA was harvested at approx. 130° Oechsle and was fermented down to noble-sweet levels of residual sugar (approx. 200 g/l). This cask sample offers a gorgeous and clean nose of candied grapefruit, pineapple juice, rhubarb, apricot, melon and honey. The wine is very juicy and sweet on the delicately viscous palate. The finish is quite intense and very long. This BA is still very sweet and juicy, and will please lovers of rich and intense dessert wines. 2028-2058.”

 
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Castello di Meleto
 

This historic estate, dating back to the eleventh century, comprised an ancient castle and some 1,400 hectares of land. Italian Gianni Mazzocchi raised enough capital through a sale of farm shares to purchase the Castello di Meleto. The company renovated the property and surrounding buildings with an eye towards restoration and sustainability. Today, the estate crafts wines exclusively from their organic vineyards, all hand-harvested by plot.
 
We offer two of their single-vineyard Gran Selezione bottlings. The Poggiarso cru produces a “vibrant” and “bold” wine from this hilltop vineyard, which is the coolest site on the property. The Trebbio cru is rich in clay and iron, resulting in wines of elegance and power.
 
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Castello di Meleto ‘Poggiarso’, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2018 750ml Was $52.90, Now $44.50 special, 3 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 93 points “Once a Riserva and now moved up to the top appellation designation, the Castello di Meleto 2018 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Poggiarso sees fruit selected from across a 1.6-hectare vineyard site. Made with 100% Sangiovese and aged in oak for 27 months, the wine offers some tertiary definition with spice and smoke at the back of purple fruits. The oak spice is integrated (50-hectoliter barrels are used), and the wine concludes with elegant minerality. Some 6,600 bottles were made.”
 

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Castello di Meleto ‘Trebbio’, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2018 750ml Was $52.90, Now $44.50 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94 points “Here’s a new submission from the stunning Castello di Meleto, which has stone walls and towers in Gaiole in Chianti. The 2018 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Trebbio is a terrific discovery. Made with all Sangiovese from a single vineyard, this wine offers fruit brightness, balance and evident mineral definition. These results are linear and sharp, and the fruit is slightly more vibrant here compared to the Poggiarso. Only 3,300 bottles were produced.”

 
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Elvio Cogno: Benchmark in Barolo
 
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“Of the many great contributions made by the winemaking team at Elvio Cogno, perhaps the greatest is the importance they brought to the Ravera cru of Novello. Little-known before their efforts, this vineyard has risen in high regard in recent years and continues to show impressive potential.” -Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
 
Elvio Cogno put the Ravera cru on the map. He was born and raised in Novello, the village associated with the famous vineyard. Elvio comes from a long line of grape growers in the region. He was the first in his line to turn the dream of winemaking into a reality.
 
For years, he collaborated with Marcarini (including crafting the legendary 1964 vintage from the Brunate vineyard, one of the first Barolos released as a single vineyard). In 1990, he purchased Cascina Nuova, an underperforming but historic estate, and started making classically-styled wines under his own name from the Ravera cru.

The resulting stupendous wines prompted a rush on land in Novello and in the cru of Ravera in particular. His masterpieces elevated the region as a whole, no easy task for an already famous region. No wineries in Novello have surpassed the well-deserved fame of Elvio Cogno.
 
Though the original master passed away in 2016, the estate is in the able hands of his daughter and son-in-law, Nadia Cogno and Valter Fissore (winemaker since 1996). From their entry level “Cascina Nuova” Barolo up to the Riservas from the choicest holdings, these are wines that will appeal to every lover of Barolo. A don’t miss offer.

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Elvio Cogno Montegrilli Langhe Rosso 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $28, that’s $26.60 at 5% off and $25.20 at 10% off, 7 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 92+ points “This is a terrific Piedmont red to pair with a classic quiche Lorraine. The Elvio Cogno 2019 Langhe Nebbiolo Montegrilli is a delicate and fragile expression with bright accents of chopped mint and medicinal herb that hover over a core of wild cherry and dried raspberry. The wine delivers soft and smooth aromas that define the character of this pretty wine. Dusty tannins and some lingering mineral notes frame a polished finish. A portion of the wine sees whole-cluster fermentation, and winemaking is straightforward in stainless steel. Some 10,000 bottles were released.”
 
Elvio Cogno Barolo Cascina Nuova, Barolo DOCG 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 35 bottles in stock now
Kerin O’Keefe-Wine Enthusiast 94 points “Floral aromas of rose and iris mingle with red berry and tilled earth on this perfumed red. Elegantly structured, the vibrant palate offers juicy red cherry, crushed raspberry and star anise before a savory, almost salty finish. Taut, refined tannins and bright acidity keep it balanced. Drink through 2030.”
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 93 points “The 2018 Barolo Cascina Nuova is fine-tuned with plenty of wild berry, cassis, grilled herb and crushed stone. The aromas are quite classic for Nebbiolo, but what stands out here is the directness and freshness with which they are delivered. The tannins are tucked carefully inside the smooth, silky character of this elegant wine.”
 
Elvio Cogno Ravera, Barolo DOCG 2017 750ml Displayed Price: $94.50, that’s $89.78 at 5% off and $85.05 at 10% off, 30 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 97 points “The 2017 Barolo Ravera makes a statement with its intense aromas of licorice, kirsch, pipe tobacco, and spice. Revealing a balanced and chiseled structure, the palate conveys dried raspberry, blood orange, and dried herbs. A great wine from the 2017 vintage, it feels like it will hold up to the test of time. Drink 2024-2042”
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94 points “The Ravera cru is seeing renewed energy and interest, thanks to the hard work of the Elvio Cogno team. They believed in Novello from the very beginning, and today a wine like the 2017 Barolo Ravera shows special confidence and pride. This pretty Barolo made with a blend of Nebbiolo clones (Lampia and Michet) reveals a slow succession of aromas with dark cherry and blackberry. The results are lasting, contoured and beautifully focused, thanks to mineral notes of rusty iron or brick. Nuanced notes of licorice and campfire ash round off the finish.” Monica Larner
 
Elvio Cogno Ravera, Barolo DOCG 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $94.50, that’s $89.78 at 5% off and $85.05 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94 points “The Elvio Cogno 2018 Barolo Ravera is becoming one of the most important wines in Novello, and it performs very nicely in this more challenging vintage. In fact, 2018 helps to cement Ravera’s steadfast reputation precisely because it performs so well despite spells of humidity and heat. The wine shows small-berry detailing with rust and crushed stone at the back. There is a point of bitterness that accompanies the tannins of this full-bodied wine. Production is 15,000 bottles”
 
2015 is a vintage known for its elegance and balance in Barolo, producing wines of both heft and grace that exemplify Barolo’s image of “A sword wrapped in velvet”. These are benchmark Barolos. The tannins are polished without any of the aggression that can sometimes be seen in warmer vintages of Barolo, and are just now beginning to unfold into their drinking window. With the amount of evolution that occurs in the glass, Bricco Pernice is a complete masterpiece for the cellar!  
 
Elvio Cogno Ravera Bricco Pernice, Barolo DOCG 2015 750ml Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Kerin O’Keefe-Wine Enthusiast 97 points “Cellar Selection. Enticing scents of rose, iris, perfumed berry and an earthy whiff of truffle shape the fragrant nose on this dazzling wine. The delicious, full-bodied palate boasts structure and a weightless elegance, delivering juicy Marasca cherry, cherry compote, cinnamon and star anise. Taut polished tannins and fresh acidity provide balance and an elegant structure. It’s already irresistible but will also age well for years. Drink 2022–2035.”
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 96 points “The Elvio Cogno 2015 Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice delivers the depth, richness and concentration that are a hallmark of this pretty vintage. This wine is a pure expression of the productive Lampia clone of Nebbiolo. Generous layers of blackberry, wild cherry, rose hip, ferrous earth and campfire ash are neatly folded together to build the wine’s intensity. Like the other wines from this estate, the tannic management is spot-on. You are aware of the wine’s youthful structure, but it is delivered without hard edges or sharp points. A mere 4,000 bottles were produced.”
 
Elvio Cogno Ravera Bricco Pernice, Barolo DOCG 2017 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 17 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 95 points “This is a medium-bodied Nebbiolo from a hot vintage with a ruby-tinged appearance. The 2017 Barolo Ravera Bricco Pernice shows generous inner fiber and richness with dried cherry, blackberry, plum and dark spice. Fruit for this wine comes from a beautiful amphitheater of vines with the perched town of Novello high up on the skyline. I love the especially smooth and soft quality to what is a powerful and lasting wine. Only 3,500 bottles were made.”

 
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Luigi Giordano’s Profoundly Underpriced Asili
 

Luigi Giordano is a small, family-owned winery producing elegant and classically wines in the heart of Barbaresco. Established in the 1930s, it wasn’t until 1958 that the founder’s son, Luigi, vinified the fruit under his name. Today, Luigi, his daughter Laura, and his grandson Matteo run the operation.
 
Sourcing from some of the region’s most celebrated vineyards, including Asili and Montestefano, Giordano’s wines are consistently excellent. Fortunately for you, Giordano remains a bit of an insider’s secret, so their prices have not kept up with the quality we’re seeing from the estate, even in hot vintages. Their wines are both thought provoking and accessible with the classic sandy tannins of Barbaresco against fabulous length on the finish.
 
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Luigi Giordano Asili, Barbaresco DOCG 2015 750ml Was $59, Now $49 special, 14 bottles in stock now
Decanter 92 points “From vines planted in 2000, this has a red fruit nose that’s not very expressive presently, but the palate is fresh and limpid with very ripe fruits but with no sweetness showing, thanks to the lively acidity. It has some tension, persistence and style, with a long finish. “Importer Note “Definite garnet red colour enriched with delicate orange highlights on ageing; ample and intense perfume with good floral and fruit jammy notes plus ethereal hints ofspices. The flavour is dry, full, elegant and aristocratic. Traditional red wine maceration for 12-15 days with ferment-ation in temperature controlled stainless steel vats using frequent pumping-over. The wine is aged for at least 18-24 months in large (30-50 hectolitre) barrels of Slavonian oak, then refined in horizont-ally-placed bottles for another 6 months.”

 
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Cascina delle Rose
 
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“Cascina delle Rose is without question one of the emerging estates in Barbaresco. Readers who have not tasted these wines should make a point of doing so, as they encapsulate everything that makes Barbaresco so alluring.” –Antonio Galloni, Vinous
 
Although Cascina delle Rose flies under the radar for most, those that know or have visited the estate buy the wines in bulk. These are charming and soulful wines that are easy to love, drink, and enjoy. The winemaking here is extremely traditional, and the vineyard management is fully organic.
 
To be sure, the Cascina delle Rose wines aren’t made for power. These are wines that strive for beauty and achieve it without sacrificing their drinkability and the ability to satisfy. They offer soaring aromatics and beautiful textures—and are surprisingly age-worthy for such ethereal bottlings.
 
The Rizzolio family purchased the estate in the 1940s, but didn’t produce commercial releases until the 1980s when the vines were mature enough to offer consistent and complex crops. Today, the estate is helmed by Giovanna Rizzolio alongside her partner, Italo Sobrino, and their sons, Riccardo and Davide.
 
The winery crafts two single-vineyard Barbaresco expressions: the Tre Stelle and the Rio Sordo. The Tre Stelle is the signature of the estate with its calcareous soils. They are the only winery to bottle this as a cru. The wine offers more immediacy than its sibling with a limestone-imparted elegance. The Rio Sordo tends towards shyness at first, but give this a bit longer in the cellar and it will reward with class and precision.
 
As with most of the Piemonte, Cascina delle Rose has excelled in recent vintages, producing some of the best wines in the history of the winery. Lovers of boutique Piedmontese producers take note—this is an admirable family estate doing all the right things.
 

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We offer six in-stock wines from Cascina delle Rose, including:
 
Cascina delle Rose Barbaresco Rio Sordo, Barbaresco DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $74.50, that’s $70.78 at 5% off and $67.05 at 10% off, 28 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 95 points “This is Cascina delle Rose’s other single-vineyard wine from a second nearby site in the village of Barbaresco. The 2020 Barbaresco Rio Sordo is slightly more linear and streamlined compared to the Tre Stelle in this vintage. That wine felt more immediate to me, but the Rio Sordo feels more long-term thanks to elegant fruit, crushed stone and sweet licorice aromas it offers.”
Antonio Galloni 94 points “The 2020 Barbaresco Rio Sordo is quite a bit more reticent than the Tre Stelle. Bright acids and insistent tannins cut through a core of dark-fleshed fruit. There’s a feeling of youthful austerity that renders this super classic in feel. The 2020 is going to need some time to come together, but it is super impressive. I especially admire the translucent energy here.”
 

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Cascina delle Rose Tre Stelle, Barbaresco DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $75, that’s $71.25 at 5% off and $67.50 at 10% off, 9 bottles in stock now
Kerin O’Keefe 97 points “All about finesse and showing Nebbiolo’s gentler side, Cascina delle Rose’s 2019 Barbaresco Tre Stelle offers mesmerizing aromas of woodland berry, blue flower, camphor and pine forest. Linear and vibrant, the focused palate features juicy red cherry, raspberry and star anise framed in lithe, refined tannins. It’s energized and beautifully balanced, with bright acidity Drink 2025-2039.”
Winery note “The soils are of marine origin from the Tertiary era, characterized by outcropping bluish marls, lean, calcareous, compact lands. The stratification is dense and complex, rich in mineral salts and natural springs. The Barbaresco Tre Stelle is the result of the best exposure of this geographical mention. 100% Nebbiolo grapes. Great character, undoubted finesse and femininity together for a long-lived wine of surprising pleasantness even when young thanks to the dense, snappy and silky tannic texture. Garnet red in color, elegant notes of rose and violet, red berries, a vein of fresh minerality, snappy and silky tannins. Long, persistent finish. Nebbiolo in all its beauty.”
 

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Cascina delle Rose Tre Stelle, Barbaresco DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $74.50, that’s $70.78 at 5% off and $67.05 at 10% off, 23 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94 points “The 2020 Barbaresco Tre Stelle is a delight to drink. The character of this vintage is more accessible for sure, and the fruit is very bright and supple. But there’s no harm in drinking this warm-vintage release of 7,500 bottles on the early side while all its primary aromas are so intact and enticing. The tannins are soft, and the wine shows medium richness to close.”
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 93 points “The 2020 Barbaresco Tre Stelle is a racy, sensual wine. Soft contours wrap around a core of sweet dried cherry, mint, cinnamon, cedar, new leather and rose petal. Already quite open, the 2020 will drink well with minimal cellaring. Sweet floral top notes lift the finish. This is nicely done.”
 

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Cascina delle Rose Barbera d’Alba, Piedmont 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $24, that’s $22.80 at 5% off and $21.60 at 10% off, 2 bottles in stock now
“Here is a comparably food-friendly red wine to pair with simple roast meats or risotto with wild mushrooms. The Cascina delle Rose 2018 Barbera d’Alba is an easier wine when contrasted with the Barbera d’Alba Superiore Donna Elena from 2017 that I also tasted in this report. Yet this wine does not show that jammy ripeness that you get in the Superiore and ultimately shows more balance as a result. There is some softness with dried blackberry and Morello cherry, but the cooler 2018 vintage manages those aromas with more precision and a softer touch. Some 4,500 bottles were released.” –Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
 

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Cascina delle Rose Langhe Nebbiolo, Piedmont 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $33, that’s $31.35 at 5% off and $29.70 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
“The 2022 Langhe Nebbiolo is an attractive entry-level offering. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, kirsch, mint and white pepper are nicely delineated. The 2022 was raise mostly in tank, with a touch of cement” –Antonio Galloni, Vinous
 

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Cascina delle Rose Mun Crü Langhe Bianco, Piedmont 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $48, that’s $45.60 at 5% off and $43.20 at 10% off, 14 bottles in stock now
Winery note “Arneis; 100% stainless steel. Mun Crü – in Piedmontese dialect, literally “raw bricks” – is the name that has always been used to indicate this particular area of Neive. As the production is very limited, it is always offered first to our historical customers. Sensory notes: Bright and intense yellow, with golden reflections. Elegant floral notes, jasmine, hints of sweet citrus peel, white peach and acacia honey. Intriguing structure, full of flavors. Round and balanced, savory and with a long finish.”

 
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Vinopolis Close-Out Sale Featurette:
 
Prime Drinking Time for Schätzel ‘17s
 

Though the Rheinhessen fell out of favor post-WWII, Schätzel was one of the few families to hold to tradition. They kept the candle of quality burning, so to speak, until attitudes, climate, and renewed interest in Riesling returned. (Having been Rheinhessen Riesling wine makers for 650 years, the family understand patience.) Kai Schätzel is the current family member to head the estate (what generation that makes him is practically too high to estimate).
 
Talented, ambitious, and a member of the VDP, Schätzel makes compelling wines from some of the finest vineyards in the Rheinhessen. As owner and winemaker, Kai Schätzel works in a reductive, mineral-driven style, taking queues from Burgundy. These top-class wines are age-worthy and profound—well capable of holding their own with other top echelon producers in Germany. He’s a humble artist, though. Whenever he speaks about his wines, he emphasizes the microclimates, terroir, and sustainable growing techniques (all vineyards are certified organic). So, pop a bottle of ancient, steadfast history. We know you’ll want to listen in.
 
“Schätzel is one of the most exciting Riesling producers along the Rhine River and even if you don’t like his firmly structured and straightforward Rieslings and gorgeous Sylvaners when young, you will be impressed by their mouth-filling and structured character after a couple of years… Riesling lovers have to check out this domaine.” –Stephan Reinhardt, Wine Advocate
 
Sadly, due to high demand in Germany, very little is imported to the USA, per David Schildknecht, so this may be your only opportunity to enjoy these wines!
 
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Weingut Schätzel Nierstein Riesling Kabinett 2017 750ml Was $29, Now $24 special, 16 bottles in stock now
Steven Spurrier-Decanter 92 points “This Riesling, from red slate soil on ultra-steep, south-facing slopes, ferments and matures in a 670-year-old cellar to produce a floral, fresh and pure vineyard wine, with just 7.5% abv, the 42g/l sugar and 11.5g/l acidity in perfect balance. Quite lovely.”
Stuart Pigott (Suckling) 92 points “So much freshness and energy with tons of elderflowers and white fruit. Super-crisp and very clean palate and a breathtaking finish. Drink or hold. Screw cap.”
 

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Weingut Schätzel Nierstein Silvaner 2017 750ml Was $29, Now $24 special, 11 bottles in stock now
David Schildknecht-Vinous 90 points “This legally dry bottling essentially represents the Silvaner from Hipping that served as a major component of Schätzel’s “Naturweiss” cuvée. The nose is subtly inflected by the mineral and cereal notes that subsequently achieve prominence on the palate, but there are also hints of iris and lemon zest. Buoyant (at 11% alcohol) and caressingly polished, the wine brims with pear fruit and bittersweet inner-mouth floral perfume, accented by oregano, lemon peel, milled wheat and a characteristic Nierstein red slope smoky sense of stone suffusion. There is more than enough freshness and primary juiciness to the lingering finish, if marginally less sense of animation than displayed by Schätzel’s Querkopf Silvaner bottling sourced from ancient vines in the Nackenheimer Rotenberg.”
 

This is the only listing in the USA today!

 
Weingut Schätzel Pettenthal Riesling Kabinett “S” 2017 750ml Was $79, Now $69 special, 13 bottles in stock now
Stuart Pigott (Suckling) 95 points “Forget the rules, pack your bag, grab this bottle and leave your old life behind! Savage mineral beauty, combined with light body and enormous brightness. Drink or hold.”

 
We offer 208 wines on our close-out sale, including gems from the Burgundy producer Domaine Leflaive, Barolo producer Aldo Conterno, and German producer Donnhoff. Shop the list here!
 
 

Don’t miss our additional sales going on now:
 
Tempier
 
5% off any 4-8 in-stock bottles of wine from Tempier
10% off any 9 or more in-stock bottles of wine from Tempier
 
Domaine Huet
 
5% off any 4-8 bottles of in-stock Huet wines
10% off any 9+ bottles of in-stock Huet wines
 
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Tempier sale ends Wednesay, May 15th at 9 am Pacific. Huet ends Thursday, May 16th at 9 am Pacific.