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Bandol Sale 8-5-25

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Bandol & Tempier Sale
Close-Out Featurette: BOND

“Of all of the domaines we represent, no other serves more as our cornerstone, stands more in the defense of terroir, and is more intricately interwoven with our own history, than that of the iconic Peyraud family of Domaine Tempier.” – Kermit Lynch (Importer)

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Bandol & Domaine Tempier

The south of France is home to the Provencal wine region of Bandol. Here is the second (dare we say vacation) home of Mourvèdre, also known as Monastrall in its home country of Spain. This bold red results in one of the biggest and richest wines in the world that still manages impeccable balance with its heady spice and earthy aromas and formidable tannins and acidity.

Domaine Tempier is the most famous producer in the region, best known for its mineral-driven and cellar-friendly rosé. The reds, though, are criminally underrated and underappreciated, especially to lovers of bold, full-throttle wines. They represent the pinnacle of Mourvèdre-based blends that could convince even the most die-hard Rhone or Cali Cab lovers to expand their horizons, if only one could manage to convince them to try.

Historically, they were quite tannic as well, but Tempier has made current releases drinkable on release (we just suggest a healthy decant). Oh, and in case you’re wondering, they age remarkably.

Bandol reds in general offer a distinct earthiness and a spicy, bright finish. And they age remarkably. Mourvèdre effortlessly transcends its decades much like Nebbiolo. So, pick up a few and prepare to have your mind blow now and for decades to come.

5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Bandol wine
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of Bandol wine

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Sale ends Friday, August 8th at 9 am Pacific.

We offer thirteen in-stock Bandol options on sale now, including:

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Le Galantin Bandol Rosé 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $24, that’s $22.80 at 5% off and $21.60 at 10% off, 23 bottles in stock now
VinePair Review “Achille and Liliane Pascal started Domaine Le Galatin with a small production of rosé in 1972, and the Bandol-based estate is now run by the second generation. The winery’s flagship rosé prominently features Mourvèdre at 62 percent of the blend, with Grenache and Cinsault making up the remainder. The result is a generous, expressive rosé with notes of ripe peaches, orange zest, and grapefruit with a lingering mineral finish. It delivers everything one might want from a Bandol rosé, and at less than half the price of a bottle of Tempier.”

Chateau Pradeaux Bandol Rosé 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $31.90, that’s $30.31 at 5% off and $28.71 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Chateau Pradeaux Bandol Rosé 2024 1.5L Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 3 magnums in stock now
VinePair Review “Château Pradeaux is a historic estate located on the outskirts of the town of Saint Cyr-sur-Mernear on the Mediterranean coast that has been making Bandol wines since the 18th century. This cuvée is a 50-50 blend of Mourvèdre and Cinsault, lending to a well-structured, medium- bodied palate. It has concentrated flavors of blood orange, watermelon, and strawberries, with subtle savory hints. A truly age-worthy expression of rosé.”

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Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 36+ bottles in stock now
Falstaff Magazine 93 points “Vivid notes of ripe strawberry immediately hit the nose with red-fruited charm, opening up into aromatic notes of summer pudding. The palate is smooth and just as fruity. This is rounded and medium bodied, brimming with that ripe, fresh berry fruit and an ample, full-fruited yet utterly fresh, summery richness.”

Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge ‘Lulu & Lucien’ 2022 1.5L Displayed Price: $135, that’s $128.25 at 5% off and $121.50 at 10% off, 1 magnum in stock now
Winery Note “The Estate’s prominent cuvée blends the discrete strength of Bandol with the elegance and finesse which characterize Tempier. This complexity is a result of different terroirs of the estate and the variety of its clay-limestone soil located around the Estate but also in La Cadière, Sainte Anne d’Evenos, and Ollioules. There are sandy marls, limestone greseux from santonien, rudist limestone and recent barely deep horizons of colluvions. Plus, there are various sun or wind exposures. Composition: Mourvèdre (~ 75%) with Grenache and Cinsault and a smaller proportion of Carignan and Syrah. Average age of the vines: 35 – 40 years.”

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Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge Cabassaou 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $128, that’s $121.60 at 5% off and $115.20 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “The Cabassaou cuvée (ça cabasse = gives a hefty punch) is from a terroir with small stone walls, at the bottom of the Tourtine, protected from the Mistral wind. The vines benefit from a very warm micro-climate with thermal winds. Paradoxically the vines are located at the bottom of the hill but the soil is not deep and the yields are very small. They give a very dense, tight wine, typically Mourvèdre , with an exceptional aging potential. Composition: Mourvèdre (92 to 94%), with Syrah and a bit of Cinsault. Average age of the vines : 60 years minimum.”

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Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge La Migoua 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $81.80, that’s $77.71 at 5% off and $73.62 at 10% off, 15 bottles in stock now
Joe Czerwinski-Wine Advocate 92-94 points “The 2020 Bandol la Migoua—tasted from foudre—is a bit tarry and rubbery (expected, to some degree, in young Mourvèdre-based wines) but opens up to reveal seductive, ripe notes of blackberries and mulberries. A blend of approximately 55% Mourvèdre, 25% Cinsault, 15% Grenache and 5% Syrah, it’s medium to full-bodied on the palate, concentrated but silky in feel and elegant on the long finish.”

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Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge La Tourtine 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Joe Czerwinski-Wine Advocate 94-96 points “Mainly Mourvèdre (85%), with Cinsault and Grenache, the 2020 Bandol la Tourtine was still in foudre at the time of my visit last year. Scents of cola, smoke and red berries provide ample complexity on the nose, while the medium to full-bodied palate is concentrated and almost creamy in texture while remaining fresh and dynamic on the lengthy finish.”

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Domaine Tempier Bandol Rouge La Tourtine 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $84.50, that’s $80.28 at 5% off and $76.05 at 10% off, 16 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “At this stage, La Tourtine is the most open, fruit-forward, and alluring of the three reds here. Zesty and vibrant, with notes of black cherries, blood orange, and iron, this bottle will be hard to keep your hands off now. But do yourself a favor and grab at least a few bottles to revisit in five, ten, and twenty years from now. There are few pleasures like aged Bandol rouge from Tempier.”

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Vinopolis Close-Out Sale Featurette:

BOND

Imagine you’re a world-class winemaker crafting bottles that sell for thousands on the secondary market. Now imagine deciding to sell wines from a specific vineyard only after you’ve made at least ten vintages of wines from said vineyard to test. Now imagine that only 5% of vineyards you test make the cut. After a decade. That’s ridiculous, right? That’s Bill Harlan’s BOND.

Described by Antonio Galloni as a “once in a generation, modern day classic,” these are prestigious wines from Napa Valley. And the resulting wines? A “viscerally thrilling” experience of five single-vineyard wines from unique micro-climates in Napa Valley. These astonishing beauties can be yours at our lowest markdowns ever on these wines!

In Stock & On Sale Now:

BOND Melbury, Napa Valley 2015 750ml Was $649, Now $599, 1 bottle in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 98 points “The more time passes, the more I think Melbury may turn out to be one of the most complete wines in the BOND range. The 2016 and 2015 both make a very strong case for that view. Tasted from bottle, the 2015 is exceptionally beautiful and vivid. Blood orange, mint and floral notes add nuance to an unbelievably polished, refined Cabernet Sauvignon. Put simply, the 2015 Melbury is a total stunner and every bit as captivating as it was last year.”

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BOND Quella, Napa Valley 2015 750ml Was $649, Now $599, 1 bottle in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 97 points “The Quella is somber and brooding in 2015. Dark cherry, plum smoke, tobacco, leather, spice and scorched earth give the 2015 distinctive baritone inflections. There is quite a bit of density and textural resonance, but at the same time, the Quella is not particularly expressive. Perhaps bottling has affected the Quella more than it has the other wines in the range, as it was quite showy from barrel. I have seen Quella go through a period of reticence after bottling, so I won’t be at all surprised if all it needs is time.”

BOND Quella, Napa Valley 2018 750ml Was $819, Now $599, 1 bottle in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 97 points “The 2018 Quella is rich, ample and beautifully resonant in the glass. There’s terrific depth here and tons of class. Blood orange, game, licorice, tobacco, lavender and dried herbs give the Quella beguiling aromatic presence to play off its muscular, brooding personality. The 2018 needs a few years to soften, but it is already compelling, to say the least.”

BOND St. Eden, Napa Valley 2015 750ml Was $699, Now $599, 1 bottle in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 100 points “Moving to the 2015s tasted from bottle, this is an incredible vintage for this estate and there are two perfect wines in the lineup. First up, the 2015 St. Eden, from a hillside of red volcanic soils near Oakville, boasts a saturated purple color and heavenly notes of blackcurrants, scorched earth, lead pencil shavings, and huge crushed rock-like minerality. It’s full-bodied, deep, and layered on the palate, with incredible concentration, yet it stays seamless, pure, and perfectly balanced. It’s a magical wine to drink over the coming 2-3 decades.”

BOND St. Eden, Napa Valley 2018 750ml Was $819, Now $619, 1 bottle in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 97 points “The 2018 St. Eden is impressive. Dense and powerful in the glass, the 2018 is done in a style that emphasizes freshness and vibrancy, reflecting a generational transition in all of these wines that is most apparent here. Dark fruit, licorice, mocha, spice and chocolate begin to emerge with time, but the St. Eden is much less forthcoming than in the past. In fact, the 2018 might very well be the most reticent St. Eden I have ever tasted. That energy will serve it well in the cellar. Readers accustomed to the voluptuous, lush St. Edens of the past will not find that in the 2018. As much as the style has changed in this wine, I am not surprised to see that. A complete vertical of the Bond wines a few years ago showed the St. Eden to have the most condensed arc of peak drinkability of the Bond wines.”

BOND Vecina, Napa Valley 2018 750ml Was $819, Now $619, 1 bottle in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 99 points “A regal, soaring wine, the 2018 Vecina is immediately captivating. Red fruit, iron, dried rose petal and exotic spice all soar out of the glass. Over the last two months the Vecina has acquired stunning aromatic presence to play off its deep, layered fruit. The 2018 is an absolute gem in the making. As a reminder, Vecina is sourced from Vine Hill Ranch, at the southern end of Oakville, where the Cabernets are distinguished by a beguiling combination of power and savory/earthy intensity.”

We offer 87 wines on our Close-Out Sale in stock now.

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Don’t miss our additional sale going on now:

Espectacle del Montsant and Clos Mogador

5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Espectacle del Montsant & Clos Mogador
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of Espectacle del Montsant & Clos Mogador

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Espectacle del Montsant and Clos Mogador sale ends Wednesday, August 6th at 9 am Pacific.

New Arrivals 8-5-25

In This Newsletter:

New Week – New Arrivals
New Italian Pre-Arrival Offers From:
Podere Le Boncie, Lisini, Siro Pacenti & Vietti

New Arrival Featurette:

Château Léoube

This winery is undergoing a renewal at the hands of Romain Ott of the world-class Provence estate Domaine Ott. With an emphasis on sustainability and the promotion of the local culture, this is a must-try collection of wines ready to take you on a journey to the Mediterranean.

Newly Arrived from Chateau Leoube:

Chateau Leoube ‘Love by Leoube’, Cotes de Provence 2024 750ml $29 special, 6 bottles in stock now
The Drinks Business (Awarded Gold Medal) “The wine has raspberry, strawberry, and pomegranate fruit, with light rose petal and creamy lees overlay. Nearly dry, the light-bodied palate flavors are framed by racy acidity. Delicate, but showing good concentration and length.”

Chateau Leoube ‘Rosé de Leoube’ Rosé, Cotes de Provence 2024 750ml $33 special, 6 bottles in stock now
London Wine Competition 91 points (Awarded Silver Medal) “Notes of cooked plum, lemon rind and a subtle smokiness, the palate is fruit-forward with lively acidity, warm texture and a well-balanced finish of decent length.”

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Chateau Leoube Le Secret de Leoube’ Rosé, Cotes de Provence 2024 750ml $39 special, 6 bottles in stock now
London Wine Competition 96 points (Awarded Gold Medal) “”Pale blush pink with savory edge and charming red apple fruit, the palate is fresh and balanced with a subtle cranberry bitterness that adds complexity and a long, elegant finish.”

Chateau Leoube ‘Rouge de Leoube’, Cotes de Provence 2020 750ml $21.90 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “This is a beautiful spicy, fruity red wine with notes of blackberry, pepper and cinnamon — all characters typically found in Syrah, the grape variety that dominates the blend.”

New Week – New Arrivals

Oregon & Walla Walla

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Lange Estate Winery Rosé of Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2024 750ml $21.90 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Jeremy Young-Internation Wine Report 93 points “The 2024 Lange Estate Winery Rosé from the Dundee Hills is a radiant expression of estate-grown Pinot Noir, as visually captivating as it is complex. Its pale blush hue shimmers in the glass, setting the stage for a beautifully lifted aromatic profile of white peach, crushed rose petals, watermelon rind, and blooming gardenia. On the palate, vibrant acidity frames flavors of dried lemon peel, wild raspberry, and a delicate herbal nuance, adding depth to its elegant core. Medium-bodied with a silky texture, the wine sails into a long, graceful finish marked by citrus zest and stony minerality. Both refined and refreshing, this is a standout rosé that offers energy, charm, and a clear sense of.”

Beaux Freres The Beaux Freres Vineyard Pinot Noir, Ribbon Ridge 2022 750ml $124.50 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Decanter 97 points “A gorgeous Pinot Noir, the plantings from 1988 are being replanted as the phyloxerated vines are being removed. This wine shows elegance and grace while maintaining depth and concentration, but make no mistake, it’s built to age. The Beaux Frères Vineyard is clonally diverse with a massale selection of Pommard and Wadenswil and 115. Red fruited aromas and beautiful interplay between bright berries mixed with fresh mint and savoury herbs. The palate remains fresh and elegant, with red-fruited generosity and savoury depth of spearmint and wild anise. (Drink between 2024-2040).”

Coattails Wine Horsetail Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2022 750ml $29 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “The Horsetail blend is designed to show round, supple tannin, and primary fruit right out of release. It should develop for a minimum of 2 years but often not more than 5 years due to its innately lighter structure.”

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Hundred Suns Gamay Noir, Willamette Valley 2024 750ml $31.90 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “With a warm growing season and picture-perfect weather in fall, our collection of dry-farmed Gamay vineyards yielded fruit full of flavor with layers of rich texture and juicy acidity. Fermented with native yeast and aged in 10% terracotta amphora and 909% in neutral oak. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. 25% La Belle Promenade Vineyard, Chehalem Mtn AVA. 100% whole cluster. 33% Jubilee Vineyard, Eola-Amity Hills AVA. 50% whole cluster. 42% Carson Phillips Vineyard, Dundee Hills AVA. 100% destemmed.”

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Hundred Suns ‘Old Eight Cut’ Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2023 750ml $31.90 special, 20 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Black cherries, a hint of red currant, and a dusting of dark chocolate. The first sip shows a center point of sweetness that is buttressed by ripe tannins and a hint of nori that give the wine a serious edge. With air and time, the sappy spicy notes that come from partial whole cluster fermentation resonate on the finish, making this wine that will drink well now and over the next 10 years. The Old Eight Cut refers to a diamond cut dating back to the 1400s using simple tools and few cuts to enhance the natural brilliance of the stone without disguising its true nature.”

Westrey Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2021 750ml $24 special, 25 bottles in stock now
Decanter 89 points “[Tasted July 2024] A dense and riper-styled Pinot Noir from Westrey, 50% of the fruit from Carlton Hill Vineyard and the other half from Holmes Gap in the Van Duzer Corridor. Dark berries and forest floor notes mark the aromatics, and the palate is dusty blackberries with hints of wild herbs with a zippy acidity to lighten the finish. Drinking Window 2024- 2030.”

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Echolands Blue Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Franc, Walla Walla Valley 2022 750ml $48 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Decanter 97 points “A savoury, fresh, and delicious Cabernet Franc reflective of the cool site in the foothills of the Blue Mountains. Pine bough, pomegranate and violet aromas mark a real freshness. There is ample structure framing the savoury dried herbs and slate minerality. Blue fruits, fresh brambleberries, mint and evergreen tips. Fresh and delicious.”

France – Champagne

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(Billecart-Salmon) Charles le Bel ‘Inspiration 1818’ Brut NV 750ml $39 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Billecart-Salmon Winemaker’s Note “Sparkling and crystalline with fine and plentiful bubbles. A blooming nose with harmonious notes of butter, white flesh fruits as well as Mirabelle plums and dried fruits. A well-balanced mouth, structured thanks to the greatness of the Pinot Noirs, with flavors of white flesh fruits. The chardonnay brings to this wine a refreshing finish with notes of citrus fruits and pepper. For over 20 years, the Billecart-Salmon House has been crafting a second champagne. Discover the wine known under the name of Inspiration 1818, echoing the family’s estate’s year of creation. The qualities of this champagne are approved by the same tasting committee as the rest of the Billecart-Salmon champagne range. Chardonnay 37%, Pinot Meunier 30%, Pinot Noir 33%.”

Jacquesson Cuvee 748 Extra Brut NV 750ml $89 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Jacquesson Cuvee 748 Extra Brut NV 1.5L $189 special, 3 magnums in stock now
Audrey Frick-Jeb Dunnuck 94 points “The NV Champagne Cuvée 748 is a preview of this wine that has not yet been released and was disgorged just prior to tasting. Sourced from four single plots, predominantly from the 2020 vintage, it will be released next year. It’s expressive, forward, and mineral on the nose, with a vibrant sensibility at this youthful stage, offering notes of fresh red berries, wet, chalky earth, and toasted shortbread. It boasts a linear intensity, with a coiled and nervous energy at this early stage and has a long finish, with its citrus-noted fruit lasting long after the wine is gone. It will be exciting to see this as it fleshes out with another few months to a year or more in bottle. So mouthwatering and salty, with electric energy, it‘s joyful and pleasing as it opens, but it has a way to go before its ready. Drink: 2025+.”

Pierre Paillard ‘Les Parcelles’ Bouzy Grand Cru Extra Brut (XXI) NV 750ml $67.50 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Les Parcelles is a precise expression of Bouzy terroir vinified by the Paillard brothers; the powerful Pinot Noir from south-facing slopes is balanced by the finesse of the chalky subsoil. Produced mainly from the 2021 harvest, with 20% reserve wines, this cuvée is composed of 80% pinot noir and 20% chardonnay. Fermented in oak, it is cellared for three years on lees before disgorgement.”

Pierre Paillard ‘Les Parcelles’ Bouzy Grand Cru Extra Brut (XX) NV 1.5L $145 special, 3 magnums in stock now
Kristaps Karlins-Wine Advocate 92 points “Paillard’s NV Bouzy Grand Cru Les Parcelles XX hails from the 2020 vintage and, in keeping with the tradition, incorporates 20% reserve wines. It embodies the signature blend of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay, sourced exclusively from the sun-drenched, south-facing slopes of Bouzy. The bouquet is expressive, unfolding with aromas of pear, ripe citrus and warm spices, mingling with nuances of toasted bread and orange zest. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, showcasing a livelier, more luminous fruit profile than its predecessor, driven by racy acidity and finishing with a pronounced saline finish. True to the estate’s approach, maturation take place in 350-liter oak barrels, with the final cuvée composed from a mosaic of approximately 25 distinct parcels across Bouzy. The dosage is set at two grams per liter.”

Suenen Oiry Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut NV (2021) 750ml $95 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Anne Krebiehl MW-Vinous 93 points “The NV Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Oiry Grand Cru is a pure Chardonnay. Creaminess, fresh and crusty baguette and Golden Delicious apple unite on an enticing nose with a bright green apple frisson as an overtone. Slenderness and delicacy define the body, but the flavors are full and almost generous. They evoke creamy porridge, mellow, freshly peeled yellow apple flesh, and a lovely sense of saltiness that has the ocean tanginess of an oyster shell. The longer you savor this, the saltier and more enticing it becomes: enfolding and oh-so-chalky. This Extra Brut is lovely and captivating, with a totally appetizing umami finish. [Disgorgement date may vary].”

Suenen ‘C+C’ Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut (2021) 1.5L $299 special, 2 magnums in stock now
Anne Krebiehl MW-Vinous 94 points “The NV Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs C + C Grand Cru gets its name from Chouilly and Cramant, the villages where the Chardonnay was picked. The nose presents yellow apple peel with a sheen of waxiness and a sense of dried ears of wheat and a touch of ocean air. Saltiness is immediate on the slender palate, where concentration gives a sense of salted apple flesh, wet oyster shell and deep chalk. Slender, earthy, intense and deeply oceanic. Fruit subsides to let soil speak. There’s a fine but slightly dissipating mousse. [Disgorgement date may vary].”

France – Burgundy

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Domaine Daniel-Etienne Defaix Chablis Vieilles Vignes 2021 750ml $39 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “This cuvée is sourced from vines the age of which is between 45 and 70 years. A wine of exceptional concentration for a village level appellation, this wine is always a true expression of the kimmeridgian soils that make Chablis so distinctive. Aged for thirty months before release, Defaix’s old vines Chablis is richly dense with a classic “pierre a fusil” bouquet and long mineral-infused finish.”

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Domaine Daniel-Etienne Defaix Cote de Lechet, Chablis Premier Cru 2010 750ml $64.50 special, 20 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “In fascinating contrast to “Vaillon”, Defaix’s “Côte de Lechet” is a master class in mineral precision. This remarkably steep site (a 45% gradient) with very poor soil produces a wine that Danny describes as embodying “the real, true mineral expression of Chablis.” Freshly blasted chalk dominates the nose, with notes of lemon, honey, and fresh herbs lurking underneath; still, this is a wine of minerality first and foremost. The family owns a 3.5-hectare parcel of 45-year-old vines in this distinctive cru, most of which are planted within a parcel known as the Clos des Moines.”

France – Other

Domaine Lafage Novellum Chardonnay, IGP Cotes Catalanes 2023 750ml $16 special, 36+ bottles in stock now
Case-12 Domaine Lafage Novellum Chardonnay, IGP Cotes Catalanes 2022 750ml $174.50 special (that’s only $14.54/bottle!)
James Suckling 91 points “This has apricots, peaches, lemon curd and hazelnuts on the nose, followed by hints of crushed stones on a creamy, full-bodied palate. Supple and very clean. 100% chardonnay. Drink now.”

Italy

Pieropan La Rocca Soave Classico, Veneto 2022 750ml $49 special, 5 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “The only oak-inflected cuvee at the estate. Aged in 100% used tonneaux, both French and Slavonian. Superb aromas of pistachios, peaches and dried mangoes. Broad and expansive, yet funneled into a vortex of tension by freshness that sublimates any sense of obvious power. A wonderful expression of a warmer vintage that suits perfectly this compelling site. Drink or hold.”

Pieropan La Rocca Soave Classico, Veneto 2023 750ml $49 special, 11 bottles in stock now

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Gurrieri Frappato Terre Siciliane IGT, Sicily 2023 750ml $21.90 special, 23 bottles in stock now
VinopolNote: Lighter in profile, Gurrieri’s Frappato is a fantastic red wine to drink in the summer months, especially as a beverage while you grill. You see Siciliy is not just a viticultural hotspot, the Southern end of the island is in the same latitude as North Africa. It’s easy to bake under the Sun there. Chill this wine down to see a Sicilian farmer’s favorite way to beat the heat!

Felsina Berardenga Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Tuscany 2021 750ml $34.50 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 95 points “The core of cherry, pomegranate and raspberry fruit is detailed with Tuscan scrub, iron, vanilla and tobacco notes as this intense red builds in power to the expansive conclusion, where its fruit, mineral and wild herb flavors converge. Shows fine balance and length; this just needs time to absorb the oak. Best from 2027 through 2043. 5,000 cases made, 2,000 cases imported.”

Spain

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Envinate ‘Palo Blanco’, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $51.90 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 98+ points “The grapes for the 2023 Palo Blanco were harvested earlier than ever, picked even earlier than the grapes from Taganana. It was a warm year, but the wine feels more like it’s from a cool climate; it has a moderate 11.5% alcohol and is volcanic and less reductive than in previous years, fine-boned and sharp, with a vibrant palate, effervescent acidity (7.1 grams and a pH of 3.05) and a dry chalkiness that gives it salinity. It’s approachable but should also age in bottle. 13,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2024.”
Importer Note “From four parcels of 100+ year-old vines near Los Realejos.”

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Envinate Táganan Blanco, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $49 special, 30 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 95+ points “The 2023 Táganan Blanco didn’t go through malolactic and matured in larger barrels (they are abandoning the 228-liter oak barrels), and the wine seems to have gained in freshness. It’s also less reductive—volcanic, yes, but less reductive. It has 11.5% alcohol and a pH of 3.02 with 7.24 grams of acidity. It’s vibrant and sharp, clean, light to medium-bodied, with purity and symmetry. This wine is going from strength to strength. 6,500 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2024.”

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Clos Mogador ‘Nelin’ Blanco, Priorat DOCa 2022 750ml $69 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 96 points “All the wines go through malolactic in barrel, including the white 2022 Nelin, a blend that has been changing over time. In 2022, it was produced exclusively with local varieties, Garnacha Blanca, Macabeu, Xarel·lo, Cariñena Blanca, Picapoll Blanco, Trepat Blanco, PX and Escanyavelles from four small organic vineyards. The juice from the pressing of the full clusters fermented with indigenous yeasts in 1,200-liter oak foudres, with a slow and long fermentation that takes between three and nine months. It matured in foudre for one year and then was transferred to stainless steel for six to eight more months. Despite the dry conditions and the heat waves, it came after the 2021, and the vines had enough reserves, so the wines are fresher than expected. It’s a Mediterranean blend with 14% alcohol and 5.3 grams of acidity, clean and harmonious. The north-facing plots behaved very well, and the varieties can take the conditions without a problem, so the wine doesn’t seem affected at all. In fact, it’s quite fresh, medium-bodied and very tasty, serious and characterful, a triumph over the extreme conditions of the year. It’s a white with aging potential. 9,000 bottles were filled in April 2024.”

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Clos Mogador Gratallops, Priorat DOCa 2022 750ml $99 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 97 points “Their single-vineyard 2022 Clos Mogador, they flagship wine, was produced with a blend of grapes, mostly Garnacha and Cariñena but also some Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon (less and less, as they are regrafting most of them). It fermented with 40% full clusters and matured in 2,000- and 2,500-liter oak foudres; some are old barriques, to avoid having too much new oak, and some lots finish aging in concrete to complete some 20 months. They have implemented some changes, moving toward larger volumes, abandoning the barriques and moving to foudre (with the low volumes in 2024, the wine will be only in foudre). It has a very Mediterranean nose with plenty of dry hay and straw notes, the classical wet slate notes, very Priorat too, and it has a round palate and very fine, chalky tannins. It’s serious and harmonious and feels relaxed, without any excess. It comes in at 14% alcohol with 5.4 grams of acidity and a bone-dry finish. None of the 2022s showed excess heat or ripeness. The alcohol is contained and integrated, and the wines are balanced and harmonious but with a more Mediterranean profile. 35,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2024.”

Austria

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Weingut Jaunegg Sand & Schotter Sauvignon Blanc, Sudsteiermark 2022 750ml $31.90 special, 12 bottles in stock now

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Weingut Jaunegg Sand & Schotter Weissburgunder, Sudsteiermark 2022 750ml $31.90 special, 12 bottles in stock now

New Italian Pre-Arrival Offers

Arriving This Month

Podere Le Boncie:

If you’re a big fan of Montevertine, Castell’in Villa or Stella di Campalto, you need to stockpile the wines that Giovanna Morganti makes under her Podere Le Boncie label. The estate is a mere three hectares in Chianti Classico, planted to a high-density mix that’s anchored around Sangiovese, but with a smattering of old-school Tuscan grapes, as well.

Importer Neal Rosenthal describes the wines as “ferociously elegant”—as pithy a description as we’ve seen. The Boncie wines are based around grace rather than power and richness—a real study in contrast to their famous neighbors. Unfortunately, total production is less than 1,500 cases, of which only a few hundred make it to the US. This is already turning into a cult producer, so act accordingly.

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Podere Le Boncie ‘Chiesamonti’ Rosso, Toscana IGT 2022 750ml $84.50 pre-arrival special, 15 bottles available
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 95 points “The 2022 Chiesamonti is stellar. Chiesamonti is often marked by slightly coarse tannins. In 2022, intense summer heat amplified the fruit, yielding an especially showy, racy edition of the Chiesamonti. Plush contours wrap around a core of dark red/purplish fruit, blood orange, rose petal, lavender and spice. Readers will have a hard time keeping their hands off this wine. And why should they? This is pure and total seduction.”

Podere Le Boncie ‘Le Trame’ Rosso, Toscana IGT 2022 750ml $86.50 pre-arrival special, 12 bottles available
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 96 points “The 2022 Le Trame offers up scents of red Sangiovese fruit framed by beams of nervy tannin that start to soften with a bit of time in the glass. It’s a gorgeous wine from proprietors Giovanna Morganti and Giorgio Serao. High class. (Drink between 2027-2042).”

Lisini:

Lisini is a classic producer, both in style and in that they were one of the original 25 wineries in the Brunello Consortium. They’re known for powerful wines that see extensive aging in large casks and bottle before release, which softens their textures and gives them wonderful secondary flavors. These are reference-point Brunellos that belong in the cellar of any collector.

Lisini Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany 2020 750ml $69 pre-arrival special, 18 bottles available
Decanter 95 points “Here is the epitome of 2020’s seductiveness: dark exotic berries are tinged with a scent of juniper, while the palate strikes an arresting fusion of black cherry and lush apricot, with a ferruginous facet. Fulsome without being weighty, it deftly balances sumptuousness with rigour as firm tannins mark their territory. With this vintage, Lisini finally returns to its full lineup of Brunello. It is difficult to imagine the Ugolaia or Riserva bottlings topping this, however we will have to wait until next year see how those wines fare.”

Lisini Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Tuscany 2019 750ml $119 pre-arrival special, 12 bottles available
Decanter 97 points “Due to reduced quantities in 2019, the Lisini family decided to sacrifice their Ugolaia bottling in order to augment the Riserva. It is a striking specimen of the balmy Sesta zone in Montalcino’s southeast. Scents of myrtle and pine infuse dark cherry and black raspberry. On the palate, iron and chestnut weave through the luscious and exotic red fruit. Equally sumptuous tannins bestow a generous sandy-textured embrace. Polished and layered with mineral depths, this already feels satisfying, but the best is yet to come.”

Siro Pacenti:

If you prefer your Tuscan reds to lean modern stylistically, think Altesino or Casanova di Neri, then we have a producer that deserves your attention. These are wines that have power and richness, but a deft hand in the cellar keeps the elegance of the Sangiovese grape intact. We offer three vintages of the old-vine bottling in stock. Sourced from 40- to 60-year-old vines from the Pelagrilli and Piancornello vineyard, these are concentrated beauties that will unfurl majestically in your cellar or decanter.

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Siro Pacenti PS Pelagrilli, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2020 750ml $64.50 pre-arrival special, 12 bottles available
James Suckling 96 points “A round and juicy red with berry, cherry, mushroom and wet-earth character on both the nose and palate. It’s full-bodied with integrated tannins that are soft and luscious. Long, flavorful finish. Drinkable now, but better in two or three years.”

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Siro Pacenti PS Vecchie Vigne, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2013 750ml $169 pre-arrival special, 4 bottles available
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 95 points “[Reviewed 2018] Showing more oak definition, texture and overall fruity richness, the 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Vecchie Vigne benefits from the concentration and complexity you get with old vines. The wine wraps thickly over the palate, imparting luscious aromas of dried cherry, exotic spice, pressed rose and scorched earth along the way. This is a wine for the cellar. The bouquet has a lot to give, but this will require some extra time. All the elements are there for an excellent aging future. Some 27,000 bottles were produced.”

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Siro Pacenti PS Vecchie Vigne, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2020 750ml $134.50 pre-arrival special, 6 bottles available
James Suckling 97 points “Intense, overt and fruit-focused Brunello with fresh violets soaked into bright, crushed raspberries, as well as ash and balsamic depth. Full-bodied yet framed and polished, with a deep tannin structure. It’s very tightly wound in the center-palate, meaning it needs time to open and gain full expression. Allow at least three years for it to come around. Best after 2028.”

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Siro Pacenti PS Rosso di Montalcino, Tuscany 2023 750ml $44.50 pre-arrival special, 24 bottles available
James Suckling 92 points “This graceful and perfumed wine shows aromas of toast, licorice, vanilla, pomegranates, violets and cinnamon. Its restrained character is improved by fruit concentration and weight, a full body, crisp acidity and well-handled, velvety tannins. Drinkable now, but best from spring 2025.”

Vietti:

“For the last two decades or so, the style at Vietti has been one that straddles modern and more traditional styles. The wines were never as opulent as those of the modern school, but also never as ethereal or massively tannic as those of the classic school… [Winemaker Eugenio] Palumbo has the freedom to take Vietti into a new era where I think the wines are going to be even more refined than those of the past. I have to say, I left this tasting [of the 2021s] extremely energized.” -Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Vietti Brunate, Barolo DOCG 2021 750ml $249 pre-arrival special, 6 bottles available
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 97+ points “Brunate is also one of my favorite wines from Vietti (and, boy, is it hard to choose favorites) thanks to that playful hint of fresh mint that I usually find, especially in the best vintages. You certainly get it in the 2021 Barolo Brunate, and although I’m not sure how long it will last as the wine evolves, my experience suggests it only gets stronger and more beautiful in time. Indeed, this vintage (with 23 days of skin maceration) shows exceptional depth and precision with aromas that go beyond the mint, spanning instead to grilled rosemary and Darjeeling tea. The wine shows excellent textural support and broad shoulders, followed by tannins that are both sweet and chalky. It shows profound generosity and depth. Brunate always has an intense, dark soul. A total of 4,835 bottles were made.”

Vietti Castiglione, Barolo DOCG 2021 750ml $66 pre-arrival special, 36 bottles available
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94 points “This is a serious beauty that reminds us of the brilliant work underway at this leading estate. Yes, ownership has changed over recent years, but this wine remains “Rocche-solid.” From an epic vintage, the Vietti 2021 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a classic with those elegant mineral notes of glacial till and flake salt followed by carefully ripened fruit, blackcurrant and a finely tuned floral note of fragrant tea leaf that hits the high notes. The effect is ethereal but also precise. Fruit comes from two parcels, one planted in 1958 and the other in 1969, and the blend is half of each fermented together. Fruit was picked on October 1st, and the wine saw 24 days on the skins. The first year this wine was produced is 1961. The Rocche di Castiglione site has 35% sand with marl soils that continue to evolve, kicking out more new sand. Only 3,728 bottles exist, and that’s the bad news.”

Vietti Lazzarito, Barolo DOCG 2021 750ml $259 pre-arrival special, 6 bottles available
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 97 points “Fruit for this wine comes from a three-hectare parcel in Serralunga d’Alba near the village, with south and southwestern exposures in a small amphitheater. The soils in this area are older and thus more evolved, but they always create wines of strong character. The Vietti 2021 Barolo Lazzarito is easy to identify thanks to its salty mineral finish, which is almost metallic in taste, and its bright hints of sweet rosemary and wild herb. These delicate high notes form pretty framing to a dark core of elegant fruit. The estate counts five vineyards in Serralunga d’Alba, but Lazzarito is the only MGA bottling. Production is a bit larger here, with 10,363 bottles made this vintage.”

Vietti Barbaresco Roncaglie (Masseria), Barbaresco DOCG 2021 750ml $149 pre-arrival special, 6 bottles available
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 96 points “Past vintages of this wine were called Roncaglie Masseria, but the word Masseria has been removed. The Vietti 2021 Barbaresco Roncaglie draws its fruit from inclined vineyards that produce fruit with finesse and elegance. This pretty wine opens to a note of fragrant flower or heritage rose that accompanies you over a long, silky close. In a good vintage like 2021, vintners could push skin macerations a little longer. This wine saw 25 days on the skins compared to 22 days in the 2022 vintage. Vietti recently purchased land in Rabajà, a site that produces profound wines, and this plot in Roncaglie has a greater presence of sand in its soils, creating more floral and delicate expressions instead. This matures in large oak casks for 24 months, and production is 6,066 bottles.”

Vietti Cerequio, Barolo DOCG 2021 750ml $239 pre-arrival special, 12 bottles available
Decanter 97 points “Uplifting nuances of mint and strawberry are brilliantly countered by a grounding earthiness that reaches mineral depths. This is elegantly weighted with enduring strength, and the tannins exhibit a powerful stoniness yet are gracefully proportioned. Really the epitome of balance – but nowhere near ready. Introduced in 2018, Cerequio (along with Monvigliero) is among the most recent editions to Vietti’s lineup of single-MGA Barolos. The 0.79 hectare plot purchased from Michele Chiarlo falls within the Barolo township just above Sarmassa. (Drink between 2028-2043).”

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The Eyrie Vineyards & Goodfellow Family Cellars

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The Eyrie Vineyards & Goodfellow Family Cellars Sale 8-2-25

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Rosé of the Day: Cassis

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Two Greats of the Willamette Valley

The Eyrie Vineyards:

The Eyrie Vineyards is the original winery of the Dundee Hills. Founded by David Lett in 1965. David selected his location after careful consideration, wanting to prove that cool-climate European varieties could thrive in the United States. He planted the first Pinot Noir vines in the Willamette Valley, a prophetic selection.

In 2005, his soft-spoken yet brilliant son, Jason Lett, took over as winemaker and vineyard manager. He explored new varieties, such as Trousseau, without compromising on quality. The winery produces about the same volume it always has, around 9,000 cases annually, keeping the focus on craft and quality. We adore these wines. They are precious beyond measure, a reflection of the Letts’ foresight, knowledge, and hard work.

Goodfellow Family Cellars:

Marcus Goodfellow and Megan Joy of Goodfellow Family Cellars are two of the most talented winemakers in Oregon. Their wines showcase their microscopic understanding of the potential in the terroirs of the Willamette Valley. Together, they craft wines that continually improve—both in the cellar and vintage to vintage. We love the wines for their coiled power and Burgundian structure, and we stack them enthusiastically & abundantly in our own personal cellars to adore for decades to come.

Most recently, the pair have branched into the sparkling wine space. Their new range reflects their deep love and admiration for precise and mineral Grower Champagnes. The sparkling wines are all multi-vintage with significant portions of reserve wines that aged on the lees for up to almost three years. These are terroir-driven works of art from two of the Valley’s finest winemakers.

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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, 19 bottles in stock now
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 92 points “The 2022 Chardonnay Estate has inviting aromas of dried apples, mixed nuts, beeswax and spicy undertones. The medium-bodied palate offers surprisingly concentrated, savory flavors. Its luxurious, mouth-coating texture is balanced by mouthwatering acidity, and it has a long, flavorful finish.”

The Eyrie Vineyards Melon de Bourgogne, Dundee Hills 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $41.90, that’s $39.81 at 5% off and $37.71 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 93 points “The 2019 Melon de Bourgogne is honeyed and floral, revealing an entrancing blend of raw almonds, pine nuts, basil and crushed green apples. It opens with a lovely inner sweetness, contrasted by sizzling acidity as ripe orchard fruits and minty herbal tones swirl throughout. Medium in length, this finishes remarkably fresh and lifted, with a note of lemony custard.”

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The Eyrie Vineyards Trifolium, Dundee Hills 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $20.90, that’s $19.86 at 5% off and $18.81 at 10% off, 26 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 95 points “This blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Trousseau is the poster child for balance. The show starts with blackberry and thyme aromas, along with notes of earth and citrus. The Trifolium’s zingy acidity and optimal tannic structure support flavors like black cherry, cocoa nibs and a nice pot roast. Best trio since Rush. “

The Eyrie Vineyards Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 30 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.”

The Eyrie Vineyards ‘Sisters Vineyard’ Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 94 points “The 2021 Pinot Noir Sisters blossoms in the glass with woodland berries and herbs complicated by allspice and clove. The palate is round and supple with cooling acidity and ripe wild berries cascading throughout, leaving a sweet spice tinge toward the close. This finishes with remarkable freshness, a gentle sour citrus twang, and slowly fading hints of red plum. The 2021 is already showing beautifully, but there’s the balance to excel over the next five to seven years of cellaring. (Drink between 2025-2035).”

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Goodfellow Family Cellars Rosé, Willamette Valley 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $18, that’s $17.10 at 5% off and $16.20 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Peach blossoms, wild strawberries, star fruit, green melon, light florals. This is very pretty in the nose, light bodied with plenty of flavor, and brightly refreshing to drink. The bottle disappears quickly. Perfect for sunny days watching the hummingbirds, grilling chicken, and sushi. 82% direct press from the blanc de noir program and 18% saignee from100% whole cluster ferments of Whistling Ridge and Durant. 12.3% abv and 266 cases produced.”

Goodfellow Family Cellars Extra Brut, Willamette Valley NV 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 92 points “Dusty florals and spices give way to yellow apples and hints of iodine as the NV Extra Brut evolves in the glass. Soothingly round and textured, it sweeps across the palate with ripe orchard fruits and a bead of creamy bubbles. This finishes remarkably clean and pure, leaving a resonance of ripe Anjou pear to linger on. The balance here is unreal. Dosage is 2.5 grams per liter.”

Goodfellow Family Cellars Tsai Vineyard Blanc de Noirs, Yamhill-Carlton NV 750ml Displayed Price: $54.50, that’s $51.78 at 5% off and $49.05 at 10% off, 16 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “So delicious. This wine was originally supposed to be a component of the Willamette Valley Extra-Brut, but from the earliest days in barrel it had an extraordinary energy and vibrancy. Raised in two 820L Acacia foudres it was, and still is, a joy to drink. Electric, vibrant, and sparkly (both having bubbles and in personality). The nose is sea air, pink florals and yellow roses, sweet tarts, apricot blossoms, and ruby red grapefruit. The palate is Rainier cherry skin and raspberry, so vibrant and fresh, and then a wonderful electric finish; must love acid, the balance here is very definitely sweet/tart/dry. 12.1% ABV, 1gram/liter dosage. Bottled April 2023, with 85 cases disgorged this past December.”

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Goodfellow Family Cellars Whistling Ridge Blanc de Gris, Ribbon Ridge NV 750ml Displayed Price: $47.50, that’s $45.13 at 5% off and $42.75 at 10% off, 21 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Like walking through an orchard blossoming out in the spring. Then mandarins and orange zest, nectarine and lime leaf, subtle and fine, with a hint of salt & fennel pollen. Kumquats in the palate, stony and dry (not austere), mineral, finishes with citrus skin. The impetus to make traditional method sparkling wines from Pinot Gris came from years of watching the quality of Pinot Gris that has consistently come out of the Whistling Ridge Vineyard, and specifically with tasting some of the older examples of our bottlings with extended barrel aging and with extended skin-contact. Brut Nature (no dose) but with a yeasty textural aspect that suggests otherwise. Delicious. 12.6% ABV. 77 cases produced, bottled April 2023 and disgorged this past December.”

Goodfellow Family Cellars Durant Vineyard Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 4 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 93+ points “The 2022 Pinot Noir Durant entices with a sweetly spiced bouquet of wild blueberries, sweet herbs and hints of cinnamon spice. This is juicy and round, with perfumed wild berry fruits elevated by blood orange as bright-toned inner florals resonate throughout. It leaves a tactile staining of minerality and gently grippy tannins, finishing with a tinge of sour citrus that lingers on.”

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Goodfellow Family Cellars “Heritage #17” Durant Vineyard Pinot Noir, Dundee Hills 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 5 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Deeper red hues and spice on the nose, black cherry, boysenberry, violets, cardamom, balsam, enveloping and textural with juicy, lovely acidity, firm tannins on opening that integrate over several days as the weight and texture of the wine fills in. Aromatically, the high point seems to really arrive after being open for about 48 hours, and the seamless interplay between fruit, baking spice, loamy earth, and hints of kitchen herbs is dramatic and superlative. In the zone the nose here is absolutely intoxicating.”

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Rosé of the Day:

Cassis

The sunny Provençal village of Cassis is home to some of the region’s most elegant rosés. These gorgeous blends are mostly composed of Grenache, Cinsault, and Mourvedre. The two most popular producers by Wine-Searcher results are Domaine du Bagnol and Clos Sainte Magdeleine. Their wines are rarely reviewed yet are avidly pursued by wine lovers and collectors. Expect bright acidity and impressive energy with red berry and light floral aromatics over a rich minerality and savory, saline core.

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Domaine du Bagnol Cassis Rosé, Provence 2024 750ml $29.50 special, 17 bottles in stock now
Domaine du Bagnol Cassis Rosé, Provence 2024 3L $128 special, 3 double-magnums in stock now
Domaine du Bagnol Cassis Rosé, Provence 2024 1.5L $64.50 special, 3 magnums in stock now
Importer Note “No estate expresses the salt-kissed limestone-driven terroir of the idyllic Provençal seaside village of Cassis like Domaine du Bagnol, and the current generation, Sébastien Genovesi, crafts a rosé of scintillating energy, chiseled calcareous musculature, and gleaming red fruits. Comprising 50% Grenache, 30% Cinsault, and 20% Mourvèdre, Bagnol’s Cassis Rosé is pressed directly and rapidly (in under two hours) to extract as little color as possible, and the bottled wine (certified organic) contains only 20 milligrams per liter of total sulfur—a factor which contributes to its gorgeous purity of texture and intense evocation of limestone soil.”

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Clos Sainte Magdeleine Cassis Rosé, Provence 2018 3L Was $199, Now $159 special, 1 double-magnum in stock now
Grapelive 93 points “The beautiful and richly flavored Clos Ste. Magdeleine Cassis Rosé from the 2018 vintage proves why it is one of the best with its fabulous array of wild strawberries, seeped rose petals, grapefruit, racy peach and sour cherries along with its seductive vinous quality and liquid mineral feel on the dense, but lively palate, this is serious stuff that delivers everything you could want from a Provence Rosé! Brilliant pale salmon/pink in the glass, this crisply refreshing Clos Ste. Magdeleine Rosé is a blend of 40% Grenache, 40% Cinsault and 20% Mourvèdre, which gives this gorgeous wine its complexity and nature. It comes from 15 to 40 year old vines on the region’s classic clay and limestone soils. Set in the picturesque ancient Provence fishing village of Cassis on the Mediterranean sea, Clos Ste. Magdeleine is a small family run estate winery that renown the world over for their white and rosé bottling, which are always delightful and profound wines that intensely sought after and limited, making them cherished treats that go especially well with seafood dishes.…This 2018 is ripe and generous and has stylish presence in the glass and has a touch of saline, stony and savory elements that sharpens the detail and enhances the pleasure, both for drinking now and for the future, for this Rosé can be short term aged as well. Drink this textured Clos Ste. Magdeleine Rosé over the next 3 years, and though hard to get and rare, it is really worth searching out!”

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Arnot-Roberts

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Arnot-Roberts Sale 8-1-25

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“I can’t think of too many winemakers who are equally skilled at making gorgeous wines from so many different varieties.” –Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Pioneering Wines of ‘New California’

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Arnot-Roberts

Started by childhood friends Duncan Arnot Meyers and Nathan Lee Roberts in 2001, they’ve quickly established themselves as some of the best producers of restrained and elegant small-parcel wines. In 2013 the San Francisco Chronicle named them “Winemakers of the Year” in recognition of the quality and consistency of the wines they’re producing, and they’ve racked up even more accolades from national reviewers.

The wines show spunk and backbone, nothing soft and fruity. The acidity and tannin evoke the great wines of France over their plusher peers. These are serious wines that are built to age—which is how they’ve developed such a following. Given a couple years in the cellar, these blossom into wines that rival the best in the world.

We get painfully small allocations every year, only a couple of barrels are made of each wine, but wanted to share the love. Pop over to our webstore while these on to our three-day sale.

“Arnot-Roberts has become a leading force in producing understated, charming wines from some of California’s most prized vineyard sources.” –Matthew Luczy, Wine Advocate

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Arnot-Roberts Randle Hill Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, Yorkville Highlands 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $36, that’s $34.20 at 5% off and $32.40 at 10% off, 7 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “The gnarled old Sauvignon Blanc vines at the Randle Hill Vineyard were planted in 1982 in the Yorkville Highlands of Mendocino County. This rugged and remote site is farmed organically on a steep hillside of eroding shale, situated at 1,100’ elevation, where it enjoys warm days and cool nights. We love the mineral driven Sauvignon Blancs of France’s Loire Valley and have long hoped we would find a site here in California that could grow Sauvignon Blanc that leaned in that direction. We knew that vine age, clone, elevation, soil, and farming all had to be right for us to achieve that expression and this vineyard met all the criteria. The resulting wine exhibits mineral and saline flavors balanced with a hint of herbaceous and floral aromatics.”

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, 17 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.”

Arnot-Roberts Rosé, California 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $26, that’s $24.70 at 5% off and $23.40 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Winemaker’s Note “We began making Rosé from Touriga Nacional in 2010. We were compelled by the grape’s deep color, brilliant acidity and aromatic complexity even at low sugar content. Touriga is a late-ripening Portuguese variety that needs some heat to mature, and we have sought out vineyards suited to this hearty variety.”

Arnot-Roberts Gamay Noir, El Dorado 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $28, that’s $26.60 at 5% off and $25.20 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “We first began working with Gamay in 2011 as a collaborative effort with our friend Rajat Parr under the RPM label, until the final vintage for the RPM project in 2015. The original sources were Barsotti and Witters vineyards grown in the granitic soils of the Sierra Foothills, situated at around 3000’ elevation. In 2022 we were fortunate to begin working with Gamay from the Ascona Vineyard high up in the Santa Cruz Mountains at 2,500′ elevation. We employ the carbonic maceration technique where the uncrushed grapes are sealed up for several days, allowing the berries to begin fermentation from the inside out. This method is used by many of our favorite Beaujolais producers and adds a spicy fruitiness that infuses freshness and energy in the resulting wines.”

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Arnot-Roberts Trousseau, North Coast 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $36, that’s $34.20 at 5% off and $32.40 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “A perennial favorite, this wine seems to form a seamless connection between Arnot-Roberts’ new world approach and the old world terroirs and styles that inform their work year in and year out. The deft touch used to vinify this temperamental varietal results in an expression of candied new world style fruit wrapped up in a package that expresses subtle nuances and complexity rarely encountered in young California wine. Light-bodied, but gracefully perfumed, it seems to match whatever food you’d like to throw at it with surprising dexterity.”

Arnot-Roberts Red, California 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 8 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 92 points “The 2022 Red Wine California is a very pleasant, fruity wine, especially in this vintage. About 50% of the wine was aged in cement. That, along with early bottling, preserves forward fruit and a good bit of freshness. Sweet floral and spice notes lift the mid-palate and finish.”

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Arnot-Roberts Syrah, Sonoma Coast 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $39, that’s $37.05 at 5% off and $35.10 at 10% off, 4 bottles in stock now
Decanter 94 points “This Arnot Roberts Syrah blends three distinct coastal sites: Solas, Baker Lane, and their flagship vineyard, Que Syrah. The wine makes a bold statement from the start, showcasing a deep purple colour in the glass that fits its powerful aromas and flavours like a glove. Expect rich black and blue fruit notes of blackberries, currants, and plums, with floral aromas of violets and lavender and a classic fresh grind of pepper with a slightly herbal, savoury finish. The tannins are a bit grippy, but it’s a delicious wine overall. (Drink between 2025-2030).”

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Arnot-Roberts Clajeux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Chalk Hill 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $128, that’s $121.60 at 5% off and $115.20 at 10% off, 3 bottles in stock now
Decanter 94 points “Arnot-Roberts’ longest-standing vineyard partner since 2003, Clajeux, is a hillside site in Chalk Hill, just above the Russian River Valley. The 2022 Cabernet is basket pressed to neutral French oak barrels for 22 months. It showcases a powerful blend of sweet and tart blue and blackberries, complemented by a hint of tangy marmalade. On the nose, it offers aromas of violets, dried spices, and a bouquet garni. The well-drained, rocky volcanic soils in the vineyard impart a chalky minerality that supports the young tannins in the wine. With an inviting 12% ABV, this well-rounded Cabernet has a bright future if you allow it a few years in the bottle. Only four barrels were produced.”

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Arnot-Roberts Kirschenmann Vineyard Zinfandel, Mokelumne River 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $39, that’s $37.05 at 5% off and $35.10 at 10% off, 9 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “In the spring of 2012, our friends Tegan and Olivia Passalacqua purchased an incredible old vineyard east of Lodi in the tiny town of Victor, California named Kirschenmann. The site is located on an oxbow of the Mokelumne River, which over centuries has deposited loads of fine, sandy, granitic loam from erosion of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the East. The vineyard was planted in 1915 on its own roots and is primarily Zinfandel, with a little Carignane, Cinsault and Mondeuse Noir spread throughout the block. The old, twisted, dry-farmed vines are thriving under the watchful eye of Tegan, one of the foremost experts on old vines in California. Tegan also produces his own wine under the Sandlands label and is the current winemaker for Turley Vineyards in Napa. We are lucky to be offered one ton of this fruit per year allowing us to vinify just 2-3 barrels annually.”

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Collector’s Corner:

Tenuta Biondi Santi

Biondi Santi is the crème de la crème of high-end Brunello. This winery, and family behind it were the founders of the region of Brunello di Montalcino, and through their approaching 200-year history have embodied the identity of quality, tradition, and longevity. They pioneered the use of grafting select vines to rescue the local clones from phylloxera, and were the first to bottle wines under the official “Brunello di Montalcino” label. Their wines are the ultimate expression of Brunello and a must have for all lovers of authentic and historic Tuscan wines.

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Biondi Santi Tenuta Greppo Riserva, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2011 750ml Was $419, Now $379, 8 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 96 points “Beautifully balanced, this opens with alluring scents of wild berry, rose, baking spice and whiffs of chopped herb. Seamlessly combining ripe fruit and the firm’s trademark finesse, the bright elegantly structured palate delivers juicy wild cherry, crushed raspberry, white pepper and a hint of black tea framed in polished tannins and fresh acidity. It’s already tempting but the best is yet to come. Drink 202-2031.”

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Biondi Santi Tenuta Greppo Riserva, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016 750ml Was $699, Now $619, 4 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 99 points “Wow, here is a vintage I’ve been anxiously waiting to try. The 2016 growing season was one of the best in recent memory in Montalcino, and if we look back in time, this vintage marks the year Biondi-Santi was sold to a French group. The prestigious 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva proves a mighty collector’s bottle that will undoubtedly gain in complexity and depth with careful bottle age. The wine offers wild nuances of forest berry and tart cherry, and there are herbal side notes as well as floral tones of dried violet and lilac. The tannins are soft, powdery and feel like they melt away on the palate.”

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Biondi Santi Tenuta Greppo Rosso di Montalcino, Tuscany 2019 750ml $119 pre-arrival special, 12 bottles available
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 95 points “This flight of three Biondi-Santi wines starts off on the right foot thanks to the pristine bouquet and lively fruit of the 2019 Rosso di Montalcino. This is the entry-level wine (although the price point certainly suggests otherwise). It shows very detailed and chiseled aromas of wild cherry, cassis, dried violet, rust and orange skin. The wine carries a strong structural frame; however, the mouthfeel is ethereal and light notwithstanding.”

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Mid-Week Newsletter 7-31-25

In This Newsletter:

Rhone Whites
Trending
Grape of the Week: Viognier
Italian Magnums

Rhone Whites

Boldness Is All!

From light and piquant to luxuriously creamy to honeyed and fragrant, the one thing Rhône whites never are is boring. Red wines dominate in the Northern and Southern Rhone regions, accounting for about 90% of production. But their most consistently intriguing and delicious wines are white. There’s multiple grape varieties and village blends to keep track of, so here’s a quick guide if you need it:

Grapes to know:
Viognier: seductive, rich, and perfumed, Viognier is an enchanting grape that ages magnificently and is produced in a fresh and balanced style in modern winemaking practices.
Marsanne: with a rich, oily body and low natural acidity, Marsanne’s tannins and texture provides a bitter counterpoint to its inherent opulence.
Roussanne: a flower-bomb, it’s more likely to play a supporting role to Marsanne in a blend.
Clairette: a refreshing grape, this produces wines with delicate, citrusy aromas, high alcohol, and low acidity.
Grenache Blanc: is a white grape mutation of Grenache Noir and hails from Spain. It produces hefty whites with orchard fruit aromas.

Village-by-village guide:
Crozes-Hermitage, Hermitage, St. Joseph: Marsanne and Roussanne blends that, particularly in the case of Hermitage, offer long cellaring potential, a chick body, and tropical aromatics.
Condrieu: Here, the wines are exclusively Viognier.
Cotes du Rhone: this region covers the entire Rhone, but the majority of our whites are from the Southern Rhone section. It covers a wide range of styles and blends, but will generally be medium-to-full bodied with bold yet refined aromatics and moderate acidity.
Chateauneuf-du-Pape: The grape to know is Grenache Blanc, which tends to be the dominate player in most of Southern Rhone whites, with Clairette and others adding complexity.
Gigondas: Newly anointed for whites, these wines are Clairette-dominate. The grape was chosen for its freshness even in hot vintages.

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Domaine Alain Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Blanc 2023 750ml $44.50 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Nicolas Greinacher-Vinous 90 points “Mixing 80% Marsanne with 20% Roussanne from over 40-year-old vines growing on sandy soils, the 2023 Crozes-Hermitage Blanc launches with zesty lemon flesh, yellow apple, white flowers and a slice of pear. Medium-bodied and sapid, the 2023 leaves the spotlight with phenolic bitterness on the nuanced finish. (Drink between 2025-2028).”

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Domaine Benjamin et David Duclaux Condrieu Les Caillets 2019 750ml $59 special, 33 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 94 points “I loved the 2019 Condrieu Les Caillets. A real beauty, this supple, sexy Condrieu has classic yellow and citrus fruits, lots of honey and flower notes, medium to full body, and a great finish. It brings lots of fruit yet stays fresh, silky, and clean, and is just a joy to drink. It’s geared for the dinner table and should be enjoyed over the coming 2-3 years.”

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Emmanuel Darnaud Hermitage Blanc 2022 750ml $145 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Yohan Castaing-Wine Advocate 94+ points “Entirely crafted from Marsanne planted on granite soils facing southwest, the 2022 Hermitage Blanc is one of the most imposing white wines of the year. Unfurling from the glass with notes of flowers, pear, spices, lemon oil and a deft touch of youthful reduction, it’s full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, with a hugely concentrated, deep core of fruit framed by racy acids, granite dry extracts and a long, flinty, slightly smoky finish. This wine will require patience and should be decanted before serving. Only three barrels were produced.”

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Paul Jaboulet Aine Domaine de Thalabert Mule Blanche Crozes-Hermitage Blanc 2017 750ml $49 special, 10 bottles in stock now
Joe Czerwinski-Wine Advocate 94 points “A barrel-fermented blend of 50% Marsanne and 50% Roussanne, the 2017 Crozes Hermitage Domaine Mule Blanche is a terrific example of what those varieties can do when they’re grown in the right location and vinified with care. Gentle toasted grain scents waft from the glass, along with notes of marshmallow and melon. It’s full-bodied and richly textured, with notes of pineapple, crème brûlée and citrus on the long finish.”

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Domaine la Remejeanne Cotes du Rhone Les Chevrefeuilles Blanc 2023 750ml $21.90 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 90 points “The 2023 Côtes Du Rhône Les Chèvrefeuilles Blanc is based on 50% Clairette and 25% each Roussanne and Grenache Blanc and spent six months in concrete tanks before bottling. Exotic citrus, melon, honeyed flowers, and salty mineral aromas and flavors all emerge from this medium-bodied, clean, classy, refreshing white, which has a savory, complex, mineral-laced style.”

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Domaine Rene Rostaing Condrieu La Bonnette 2022 750ml $95 special, 2 bottles in stock now
Nicolas Greinacher-Vinous 93 points “The fragrant 2022 Condrieu La Bonnette dazzles with vivid quince, apricot, ripe peach and spring blossom aromas. Viscously textured and fruit-forward, it is built around a juicy core of stone fruits and brings it home with a complex finale.”

Saint Cosme Condrieu 2021 750ml $69 special, 25 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 94 points “Hefty, modern and lush, with an enticing cascade of creamed pear, mango and papaya flavors cut through with dried herbs and chamomile, backed by a refreshing kick of bitter quinine. A brioche accent adds warmth, but the vein of tangy acidity keeps this clean. Drink now through 2027. 90 cases imported.”

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Chateau de Saint Cosme Cotes du Rhone Hominis Fides Blanc 2022 750ml $59 special, 20 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Limestone sand from the Miocene sea, in the ‘Hominis Fides’ named vineyard. Fermentation in used casks and ageing on fine lees for 10 months. Gunflint, anise, pear and quince. The young massal selection vines in Hominis Fides are growing, developing, putting down deep roots and producing beautiful fruit. Every year, we can see the identity of the vineyard asserting itself and differentiating itself from Le Poste. It is true that the Miocene sea sand offers a truly remarkable foundation both for Grenache and Clairette. We prune the vines as bush vines and lift them on stakes so that we never have to top the shoots in spring. I am against the use of topping in a Mediterranean climate – it makes no sense to use this mini-pruning technique and force vines to grow secondary buds just when they need their fruit to flower.”

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Domaine Saint Damien Cotes du Rhone Le Blanc 2022 750ml $16 special, 27 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “White wine. Southern Rhône, France. Organic. Clairette, Grenache Blanc, Viognier. Notes of white peach and citrus on the nose and palate. After some time in the glass, fines herbs and hints of almond complement the citrus and fruit flavors. Full-bodied, but shows good and balanced acidity and minerality.”

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Saint Cosme ‘Micro-Cosme’ Sauvignon – Viognier, Vin de France 2022 750ml $14 special, 33 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 88 points “Based largely on Sauvignon Blanc with a smaller amount of Viognier, the 2022 Micro-Cosme Sauvignon Blanc And Viognier has plenty of citrus and green apple notes as well as some honeyed floral nuances. It’s medium-bodied, juicy, and easygoing on the palate and as gulpable as they come.”

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Trending Spanish Finds Under $30

Shop some of the best budget-friendly deals in stock now from Spain:

Pares Balta Pink Brut Cava, Catalonia NV 750ml $19 special, 17 bottles in stock now
Winery Note ” …a coupage of Grenache and the indigenous catalan varieties Parellada and Macabeo made according to the traditional method. A vintage wine carefully matured in underground cellars on its lees during 18 months and finally bottled with zero dosage … Thanks to its aromatic and richness nose with scents of strawberry and raspberry that follow through onto the palate and then develops into a wonderfully intense and concentrated pastry finish and spicy background.”

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Ameztoi Txakoli, Getariako Txakolina 2024 750ml $21.90 special, 32 bottles in stock now
Producer Note “Visual: pale white with greenish, his bright tone has a fine and elegant bubbles. Smelling: fine and sophisticated fragrance, reminiscent of green apples and grapes, with a minty note. To taste: dry in the beginning, harmonious in the mouth, has a wide and aromatic final, and cheerful by their bubbles.”

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Jorge Ordonez Botani Old Vines Moscatel, Sierras de Malaga 2023 750ml $18 special, 23 bottles in stock now
Joaquin Hidalgo-Vinous 93 points “The 2023 Moscatel Old Vines Botani was sourced from the villages of Almáchar and El Borge in Alta Axarquía, Sierras de Málaga, overlooking the Mediterranean. This bright yellow wine offers aromas of roses, herbs and lychee, along with iron and yeasty notes. Dry, refreshing and vibrant on the palate, it lingers with a joyful, savory finish. This solar wine was harvested at the perfect time.”

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Nanclares y Prieto ‘Dandelion’ Albarino, Rias Baixas 2023 750ml $28 special, 8 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 92 points “A lovely albarino with aromas of sea breeze, brine, oyster shells and grapefruit zest. The palate is crisp with a fresh saline profile and a fresh, clean finish. The grapes are from 13 parcels in the Salnes area (Ribadumia, Meano and Cambados). Fermented and aged in vats on the lees for seven months. Does not undergo malolactic fermentation. Drink now.”

4 Monos Viticultores ‘GR10’ Tinto, Vino de la Sierra de Gredos 2022 750ml $26 special, 8 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 92+ points “The red 2022 GR-10 Tinto is a blend of 85% Garnacha and 15% Cariñena that fermented with full clusters and matured in barrels of different sizes and one 4,200-liter oak vat for seven months. It’s fruit-driven, the profile of the year, with 13.5% alcohol, good freshness and some more austere tannins as the grapes come from the lower part of Cadalso and Cenicientos. It’s expressive, aromatic and clean, with a medium-bodied palate that is juicy and tasty, with a supple finish. This is delicious and really impressive for the year. It represents very good value for money and a great introduction to the elegant style of the Garnachas from Gredos. They produced some 31,000 bottles. It was bottled in late August and early September 2023.”

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Envinate ‘Albahra’ Tinto, Levante 2023 750ml $26 special, 25 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 94 points “After the Chingao bottling, there is a creamy and spicy whiff in the 2023 Albahra, which makes it feel more mainstream. It’s juicy and aromatic and has a medium-bodied palate, contained ripeness, 13% alcohol and good balance, with some fine-grained tannins. Last year, they introduced some white Pardilla grapes in the blend that seem to have given it freshness and a kick in the palate, which is Mediterranean, with good freshness and a balanced mouthfeel. 67,000 bottles and 600 magnums produced. It was bottled in June 2024.”

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Bodegas Ordonez Vatan Tinta de Toro, Toro 2021 750ml $19 special, 19 bottles in stock now
Guia Penin 95 points “Style: complex, full-bodied, juicy. Color: cherry, purple rim. Aroma: red berry notes, floral, spicy, creamy oak. Flavour: flavourful, fruity, good acidity, long.”

Sierra Cantabria Crianza, Rioja DOCa 2020 750ml $20.90 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Joaquin Hidalgo-Vinous 93 points “An intense Sonsierra wine with a modernist touch, the 2020 Crianza is 100% Tempranillo sourced from San Vicente de la Sonsierra and Labastida, Rioja. Aged for 14 months in oak barrels, this purple wine presents aromas of violets and cherry against a balsamic and herbal backdrop. Dry, juicy and compact on the palate, the taut, fine-grained tannins lead to a lingering, mouthwatering finish. This is a wellcrafted Rioja with an enticing style.”

Sierra de Tolono Tempranillo, Rioja DOCa 2022 750ml $24 special, 23 bottles in stock now
Tim Atkin 92 points “The altitude and freshness of Rivas de Tereso were an advantage in the heat of the 2022 growing season. This old-vine Tempranillo really over-delivers at the price, with very little oak, lots of zip and freshness, succulent strawberry and red cherry fruit and undertones of pine and wild thyme. 2024-27.”

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Grape of the Week:

Viognier

Did we mention how seductive, rich, and perfumed this beauty can be? Viognier is a classic Rhone white grape that is often bottled as a varietal wine in its native region and in the United State. We highlighted a few French examples above, so we figured it was as good a time as any to highlight some local favorites.

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Cristom Louise Vineyard Viognier, Eola-Amity Hills 2023 750ml $29 special, 1 bottle in stock now
Owen Bargreen 93 points “The 2023 ‘Louise Vineyard’ was sourced from this location set on basalt soils. Stored in all neural oak barrels, this delivers honeysuckle and juicy peach aromatics that combine with salty soils and shades of ginger on the nose. The palate is fresh and lithe with a smooth texture and good sense of length. Nervy and intense, enjoy this beautiful wine now and over the next eight plus years.”

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Peter William Vineyard Daisy Creek Vineyard Viognier, Rogue Valley 2023 750ml $26 special, 14 bottles in stock now
Norm Roby-Wine Review Online 95 points “Though most Rhône varieties thrive in its estate vineyard, the winery reaches out for Viognier from the nearby Daisy Creek Vineyard. The result is an exceptionally rich and balanced Viognier that sets the bar high. All the fruit for this 2023 was harvested on September 19th, and was whole cluster pressed and barrel fermented. Light yellow in color, it offers a lovely mix of ripe peach, mango and honeysuckle on the nose. Medium-bodied and concentrated, it opens up and delivers plenty of peach and lychee flavors with some ginger in its aftertaste. Balanced and creamy in texture with nuanced oak in the background, it ends on a long note of delicious fruit.”

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K Vintners Art Den Hoed Viognier, Yakima Valley 2023 750ml $19.50 special, 29 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 94 points “With a kiss of reduction in its white peach, honeyed flowers, and subtle tangerine notes, the 2023 Viognier Art Den Hoed hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, a round, lush mouthfeel, and a clean, light, graceful, incredibly drinkable style. It’s a beautiful, incredibly classy Viognier that I’d happily put side by side with anything from the Northern Rhône. Drink bottles over the coming couple of years.”

Domaine de Triennes Sainte – Fleur Viognier, IGP Var 2022 750ml $24 special, 10 bottles in stock now
“Friendly citrus and floral notes jump out, but this is a mineral-driven white, with smoky crushed stone and fresh alpine elements on the mouthwatering finish. Drink now.” -Wine Spectator

Multitude of Magnums:

Italian Edition

It’s party time.

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Cavallotto Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe, Barolo Riserva DOCG 2016 1.5L $399 special, 2 magnums in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 98 points “A certified organic wine, the Cavallotto 2016 Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe is born in vineyards on a beautiful ridge in Castiglione Falletto with wide views of both the sunrise and the sunset. From this magical site at the heart of the Barolo appellation comes a wine that represents the very best of vintage and territory. Dark fruit, dried cherry, wild plum, rose and iron ore meet a perfect intersection that gives this Barolo a beautiful sense of balance and inner energy. Fruit comes from a 2.4-hectare plot with southwest-facing vines that are 60 years old. After destemming, the grapes see 28 days of skin contact (semi-submerged caps) in steel tanks. Secondary fermentation occurs in cement in the spring following the harvest. The wine is aged in Slavonian oak for 60 months. Production is 8,794 bottles and other larger formats.”

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Felsina Berardenga Fontalloro Toscana IGT 2018 1.5L $128 special, 6 magnums in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 95 points “To my palate, the 2018 vintage sometimes feels a little too ripe or baked. I was reminded of those characteristics when tasting the Fèlsina 2018 Fontalloro. There is plenty of dark fruit at its core, but this wine also reveals dry tones of jarred oregano, grilled Mediterranean herb, crushed aspirin and graham cracker. The mouthfeel is pleasantly lean and silky, and perhaps the wine delivers more in terms of length than it does weight or texture. A little more bottle age should help flesh out and soften these results.”

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Foradori ‘Fuoripista’ Pinot Grigio Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Trentino-Alto Adige 2020 1.5L $119 special, 4 magnums in stock now
James Suckling 95 points “…So much caramelized-orange aroma, plus pomegranate, oolong tea and rose-petal character. Bone-dry and incredibly lively, this makes you feel glad to be alive! From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.”

Giacomo Conterno Francia Barolo DOCG, Piedmont 2018 3L $1,349 special, 1 double-magnum in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 95+ points “The 2018 Barolo Francia is powerful, deep and also a touch austere. It shows the edginess of all the 2018s, but also has a feeling of textural creaminess that adds tons of character. Spice, menthol, leather and a whole range of balsamic overtones build into the deep, imposing finish. Roberto Conterno decided to forego his Barolo Monfortino in 2018, opting instead to blend all the casks into his Francia bottling. When that happens, Francia often surprises down the road. That could very well turn out to be the case here.

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Isole e Olena Cepparello Toscana IGT, Tuscany 2017 3L $379 special, 2 magnums in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 97 points “The 2017 Cepparello is another in a series of stunningly beautiful Cepparellos from Paolo de Marchi. Bright and beautifully focused in the glass, with tremendous depth, the 2017 is positively stellar from the very first taste. Succulent dark cherry, plum, licorice, spice, menthol and coffee all open up with a bit of air. Here, too, Paolo De Marchi has done a tremendous job in preserving freshness in the wine. Readers who can muster the patience will be rewarded with a spectacular wine.”

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La Gerla Riserva gli Angeli, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016 1.5L $219 special, 2 magnums in stock now
La Gerla Riserva gli Angeli, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016 3L $449 special, 2 double-magnums in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 96 points “Smoldering with remarkable depth, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Gli Angeli makes itself known with a blend of spicy citrus peels and minty herbs giving way to masses of black cherry, strawberries, hints of iodine and smoke. This is a textural thrill ride, velvety and almost weighty in feel, while finding wonderful balance in its vibrant acidity and the tart wild berry fruits and savory spices that are unleashed upon the palate. Hints of mocha combine with sour cherry and almond paste through the impressively long and classically structured finale. In the end, the 2016 Gli Angeli is the total package. This Riserva is a single-vineyard bottling from La Gerla’s northern Montalcino vineyard, which was planted by Biondi-Santi in 1968.”

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Montevertine Le Pergole Torte Toscana IGT, Tuscany 2021 1.5L $625 special, 1 magnum in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 98+ points “The 2021 Le Pergole Torte is a real stunner. Rich, deep and beautifully layered in the glass, the 2021 is captivating from the very first taste. In bottle, this is quite a bit more reticent than it was as a barrel sample, which, in my view, is a positive. Even so, readers should be prepared to cellar the 2021 for a number of years at a minimum.

Produttori del Barbaresco Montestefano, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 1.5L $179 special, 4 magnums in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 95 points “The 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano is 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 Rabaja, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG 2019 1.5L $199 special, 3 magnums in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “The 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà is 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.”

Rocca di Montegrossi ‘Ridolfo’ Toscana IGT 2015 1.5L Was $179, Now $159 special, 14 magnums in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 98+ points “The 2015 Ridolfo is a new Cabernet Sauvignon/Pugnitello blend from Marco Ricasoli bottled only in magnum. Vibrant and finely sculpted, the 2015 impresses right out of the gate. A whole range of savory aromatics, lavender, spice, licorice and mocha open with time in the glass. Sweet rose petal and cinnamon appear later, adding brightness and lift. Cabernet Sauvignon and Pugnitello are not obvious varieties to blend, as they are, on paper, more similar than complementary. Even so, the combination works so well. I can’t wait to see how this ages. The 2015 is a total knock-out!”

Paolo Scavino Bric del Fiasc, Barolo DOCG 2019 1.5L $249 special, 4 magnums in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 98 points “The 2019 Barolo Bric del Fiasc is the hallmark wine of the estate, and it shows. Taking on more concentration, it is pure and generous with kirsch, star anise, nutmeg, and menthol and moves impressively to the palate with ease and nobility. It offers fantastic depth while remaining true to the vintage and propels forward through an arch of acidity, while having grounded notes of Earl Grey tea, black cherry, and crushed stones as well as ripe tannins. Drink 2026-2046.”

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