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AJ Adam Sale 5-14-25

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AJ Adam Sale
Nerd Alert Featurette: Daniel-Etienne Defaix


 
Experience the Rare Old-Vine Rieslings of Dhron
 
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AJ Adam
 
In a virtually unknown side valley of the Middle Mosel, just south of Piesport, are the steep, south-facing vineyard slopes of Dhron. Few of the younger generation have taken over for the aging winemakers of this small region, leading the region to fall into obscurity.
 
One of the rare exceptions of younger winemakers is Andreas Adam. He released his first wine from the 2000 vintage at 19 years-old after honing his craft at Heymann-Loewenstein. Not long after, he was discovered by Terry Theise, who imported his wines to the US, bringing international attention. His sister, Barbara, joined him in 2013 after having worked for Franz Keller in Baden and Klaus-Peter Keller in the Rheinhessen.
 
Their holdings have expanded to five hectares, including old vine parcels in two Grand Cru vineyards in Dhron: Hofberg and Has’chen. Here, the terroir of the area produces wines more similar to Saar than the Middle Mosel: the steepness, high altitude and cooling mountain breezes help the wines retain vibrant acidity, and the age of his parcels adds to the concentration and finesse. Older vines are a rarity in Dhron since much of the land was reformed, re-terraced, and replanted in the 1970s. In Hofberg, Adam has vines dating back to the 1950s, while in Has’chen, their vines are ungrafted and were planted in 1930.
 
In the winery, Adam hand sorts the grapes before they undergo natural yeast fermentation in stainless steel, fuder and halbfuder casks. He adds nothing to the fermenting wines.  The result is wines of poise, energy and concentration: terroir-driven and supremely balanced. The wines are a reminder of the glory these once-prized vineyards held in decades past.
 
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Sale ends Saturday, May 17th at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer six in-stock AJ Adam options on sale now, including:
 
Weingut A.J. Adam Dhroner Has’chen Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $66, that’s $62.70 at 5% off and $59.40 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
Mosel Fine Wines 93 points “The 2022er Häs’chen, as it is referred to on the consumer label (the reference to GG is provided in small print on the side of the label), is a dry wine fermented in oak cask with fruit picked on un-grafted vines planted in 1933. It offers a superb even if still slightly yeasty and backward nose which only gradually reveals its stunning scents grapefruit, elderflower, a hint of cassis, floral elements, whipped cream, and smoke. The wine develops a beautifully subtle feel on the palate where fresh fruit and fine spices make for a hugely enjoyable experience. The finish is incredibly alluring as it is not overly intense but oh-so subtle and refined. 2027-2037.”
 
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Weingut A.J. Adam Dhroner Hofberg Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Mosel Fine Wines 93 points “The 2021er Hofberg, as it is referred on the consumer label (the reference to GG is provided in small print on the side of the label), was fermented in Fuder with fruit picked on up 55 to 60-year-old vines situated in classical parts on the main hill of the vineyard. It captures one’s attention with a bright, aromatic, and complex nose of white peach, greengage, grapefruit, lemon, fine spices, almond cream, and herbs. The wine is superbly structured on the palate, where some fine fruity elements join the party and add some Schmelz to the otherwise stony and herbal core. The finish is very long, pure, and fully dry with some salty notes coming through in the after-taste. 2024-2036.”
 
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Weingut A.J. Adam Dhroner Hofberg Riesling Grosses Gewachs 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $69, that’s $65.55 at 5% off and $62.10 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Mosel Fine Wines 93 points “The 2022er Hofberg, as it is referred on the consumer label (the reference to GG is provided in small print on the side of the label), was fermented in Fuder with fruit picked on up 55 to 60-year-old vines situated in classical parts on the main hill of the vineyard. It offers a superb nose made of citrusy fruit, mirabelle, whipped cream, laurel, carraway, and herbs. The wine proves subtle and playful on the palate and leaves a gorgeously long and spicy feel in the finish. The aftertaste is subtle, playful, and delicate. 2027-2037.”
 
Weingut A.J. Adam Dhroner Hofberg Riesling Spätlese 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 8 bottles in stock now
Mosel Fine Wines 93 points “The 2022er Hofberg Spätlese, as it is referred to on the front label, was made from fruit harvested at 86° Oechsle in the backside of the main hill and was fermented down to fruity-styled levels of residual sugar (67 g/l). It offers a beautiful nose made of whipped cream, citrusy elements, melon, herbs, and smoke. The wine proves nicely smooth and creamy on the palate and leaves a gorgeously playful feel with perfectly integrated acidity in the long finish. A touch of sweetness still needs to integrate in the aftertaste, something which will have happened in a decade or so. 2032-2047.”
 
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Weingut A.J. Adam Dhroner Hofberg Riesling Auslese * 2016 375ml Displayed Price: $39, that’s $37.05 at 5% off and $35.10 at 10% off, 10 half-bottles in stock now
Mosel Fine Wines 92 points “The 2016er Auslese * was made from the second pressing of the Eiswein grapes harvested on November 30. This already golden-colored wine delivers a rather ripe and exotic nose of grapefruit, candied passion fruit and backed pineapple. It is nicely balanced on the palate and does not exhibit the usual “Eiswein bite” of such wines but proves more luscious in style. The acidity comes eventually through in the sweet and complex finish. 2023-2036.”
 
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Nerd Alert!
 
The Chablis Wines of Daniel-Etienne Defaix
 
Classically, Chablis is a crisp, clean white Burgundy, made from Chardonnay vines grown in extremely chalky, limestone soil. With a unique soil composition and a plethora of exceptional sites, Chablis is an essential item for anyone’s cellar. Or, you can always just let the winery do the work for you.

Daniel-Etienne Defaix releases Chablis when he believes the wines are ready. This can mean 15 years past their release. They’re not really library release, but represent the current vintage on offer (and imported by Rosenthal, so you know it’s top notch). These are magnificent bottlings that have just reached their peak maturity window.
 
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Domaine Daniel-Etienne Defaix Chablis Vieilles Vignes 2021 750ml $39 special, 14 bottles in stock now
Importer Notes “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, 6 bottles in stock now
Winery Notes “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.”
 
Domaine Daniel-Etienne Defaix Vaillon, Chablis Premier Cru 2013 750ml $59 special, 4 bottles in stock now
Importer Notes “The astute reader will notice the singular “Vaillon” instead of the more commonplace “Les Vaillons” on Defaix’s label. The boundaries of this vineyard were extended in 1976 to take advantage of its popularity in the market, but the Defaix family owns a prime parcel of old vines (45 years of age) in the original cru–the Vaillon. The steep 28-degree gradient and iron-rich soils of this southeast-facing site render a wine of spicy richness, and Danny’s is a real powerhouse. Showing both remarkable concentration and excellent acidity, this wine has a luscious quality that contrasts gently with the more chiseled crus in his lineup.”
 
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Don’t miss our additional sale going on now:
 
Bruna Grimaldi
 
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Bruna Grimaldi sale ends Friday, May 16th at 9 am Pacific.

Bruna Grimaldi Sale 5-13-25

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Bruna Grimaldi Sale
Close-Out Featurette: Karlsmuhle


 
Best Buy from Barolo
 
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Bruna Grimaldi
 
Bruna Grimaldi crafts classic, well-structured and delicious wines that outperform their modest price tags. The estate dates back to the 1990s, when Bruna (along with her husband, Franco Fiorino) began bottling her own wine. This decision came after decades selling off the exceptional fruit and bulk wine before eventually selling small amounts locally. As the word got out and international interest poured in, the wines have only improved.
 
Aside from the lovely and deep varietal wines, we’re featuring their three Barolos: the Camilla, Bricco Ambroggio and Badarina. The wines tend to be fairly solid, built primarily for the cellar, but with an early opening, you can find that they’re enjoyable in the near term. All are distinctive and delicious. The Camilla is the only one blended from multiple sites, mostly from the ridgelines to the north of La Morra. Limestone found throughout the area lends to softer tannins and a more approachable style; perfect for drinking now.
 
Bricco Abroggio is an outlier of a vineyard, and the wine is equally special. The site is predominantly clay and marl, so you’d expected a tannic powerhouse, yet it is light on its feet with great freshness and plenty of cellaring potential. Finally, the Badarina is the flagship and pride of the estate. Bruna’s mother was born there and the family lived in a small brick house on top of the ridge. This is Serralunga; the dominant soil is ancient sandstone, and the wine is built for the long haul. Structured and tight in its youth, it develops extraordinary aromatics with age.
 
Bruna Grimaldi’s quality/price ratio is simply unequaled in Barolo. These wines are beautifully expressive, polished wines that combine the cleanliness and rich, round flavors of a modern producer with a more traditional sensibility when it comes to oak usage.
 
Don’t buy just one. Stock up, especially during our three-day sale. You’ll want to see for yourself how well these develop over the next decade and beyond.
 
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Sale ends Friday, May 16th at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer nine in-stock Bruna Grimaldi options on sale now, including:
 
Bruna Grimaldi ‘Scassa’ Barbera d’Alba Superiore 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $21.90, that’s $20.81 at 5% off and $19.71 at 10% off, 25 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 90 points “A mix of fruit and floral elements, this Barbera is perfumed and expressive. Raspberry, cherry, rose and violet notes pervade its elegant frame. Charming, harmonious and long. Drink now. 2,000 cases made, 500 cases imported.”

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Bruna Grimaldi Briccola Nebbiolo d’Alba 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $24, that’s $22.80 at 5% off and $21.60 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 90 points “Tangy cherry, cranberry and pomegranate fruit is accented by menthol and earth in this juicy red. Firm tannins line the gums, yet this feels balanced and lingers nicely. Drink now through 2032. 1,666 cases made, 300 cases imported.”
 
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Bruna Grimaldi Camilla, Barolo DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $39, that’s $37.05 at 5% off and $35.10 at 10% off, 15 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 94 points “Notes of spiced cherries, red licorice, nutmeg and hazelnuts. It’s tight and chewy with a full body and velvety texture. It’s steady and lengthy and need a few years to soften. Try after 2026.”
 
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Bruna Grimaldi Camilla, Barolo DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $39, that’s $37.05 at 5% off and $35.10 at 10% off, 31 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 92 points “Laced with cherry, raspberry and blackberry fruit, this juicy red is supple and open despite a line of dense tannins underneath. Balanced and long, marrying elegance and power. Best from 2028 through 2043. 2,080 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.”
 
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Bruna Grimaldi Camilla, Barolo DOCG 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $39, that’s $37.05 at 5% off and $35.10 at 10% off, 23 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 94 points “Blueberries with lavender and a touch of raspberries. Medium- to full- bodied and precise, with a succulent, juicy fruit profile, accompanied by a marked set of grippy tannins that provide a precise, chewy finish. Better in 2029.”
 
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Bruna Grimaldi Badarina, Barolo DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94 points “The 2019 Barolo Badarina sees fruit from Serralunga d’Alba. The wine shows medium-rich concentration with aromas of red berry fruit and dried cherry. At the back are subtle notes of rusty nail, black licorice and crushed rose. Bruna Grimaldi and her family make wine in their winery in Grinzane Cavour but farm various parcels across the appellation. The Badarina often comes across as the boldest and most structured wine in the portfolio. Some 6,500 bottles were released.”
 
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Bruna Grimaldi Badarina, Barolo DOCG 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $54.50, that’s $51.78 at 5% off and $49.05 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 94 points “A subtle and fresh Barolo with aromas of flowers, Parma violets, almonds, restrained red fruit and spices. Medium- to full-bodied with crisp acidity and velvety tannins that are well integrated with supple fruit. Dusty finish. Try from 2026.”
 
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Bruna Grimaldi Bricco Ambrogio, Barolo DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $44.50, that’s $42.28 at 5% off and $40.05 at 10% off, 21 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 93 points “The Bruna Grimaldi 2019 Barolo Bricco Ambrogio (with 4,500 bottles made) boasts a very vibrant and lively garnet color that is slightly on the darker side of your standard Nebbiolo. This cru site in Roddi tends to make accessible Barolos, and you could say the same for this edition. The wild card, however, is the excellent 2019 vintage, which gives this wine more abundant fruit density and structure. Generally speaking, you get a bigger bolder wine this year.”
 
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Bruna Grimaldi Bricco Ambrogio, Barolo DOCG 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 93 points “Austere, if not raw feel on the nose, with citrus notes, lifted oranges, fresh small violets, sour redcurrants and hints of spices. The ripeness of the tannins is good, with medium body and zesty acidity. Fully focused on freshness, but it needs time to develop fully. Try after 2028.”
 
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Vinopolis Close-Out Sale Featurette:
 
Karlsmuhle
 
Karlsmühle is nestled in the Ruwer, formerly known as Mosel-Saar-Ruwer. It is one of the most unique of the Mosel sub-regions and tiny, making up only 2% of the Mosel’s vineyard land. Steep slopes rich in slate soil surround the small feeder streams of the Ruwer, representing some of the finest vineyard land in the region. The winery sits at the bend of this tiny river.

Across the river lies a massive slope bedecked in fine vineyard land. It is the steepest terroir in the Ruwer, and includes a monopole of the estate. The soils are composed of clayey slate layered with quartzite. Karlsmuhle’s vines are very old; their roots stretch deep into the rocky soil in search of scant water.
 
The steepness of the vineyards means most of the work is done by hand, from replanting to each pass during harvest. In the winery, the wines are fermented with natural yeasts and gently processed mostly into dry or off-dry wines.

In Stock & On Sale Now:
 
Weingut Karlsmuhle Kaseler Nies’chen Kabinett Riesling 2019 750ml Was $19, Now $16, 20 bottles in stock now
No reviews available for the 2019 vintage. 2018 review provided for reference.
David Schildknecht-Vinous 90 points “Pear, apple, quince, white currant and lime signal on the nose that this wine originated with crunchier and higher-acid Riesling berries than did the corresponding Kabinett feinherb. That is confirmed by a bright, tangy palate impression, though buoyancy is accompanied by quite pronounced sweetness, which generates a bit of edgy tension with the wine’s tart and tangy aspects. A lovely thread of honeysuckle perfume runs through this whole performance. And the aforementioned tension proves reasonably productive, inasmuch as the lightly sweet-sour finish is invigoratingly nippy in its evocations of apple skin and currant seeds. It’s also lusciously fruity and admirably clear. You could certainly mount a convincing case that this wine is Spätlese-typical, but then, that’s true about a great many vintage 2018 Rieslings that are labeled “Kabinett,” including some truly delicious ones. (Drink between 2020-2030).”
 
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Weingut Karlsmuhle Kaseler Nies’chen Riesling Auslese Lange Goldkapsel 2017 750ml Was $41.90, Now $33, 10 bottles in stock now
Stuart Pigott (Suckling) 93 points “Stand back as this riesling fireball arrives! Full of energy with a dynamic interplay of citrusy acidity and aromatic sweetness, which ranges from peaches and blackcurrants to mint. With more length, this would have been rated even higher. Drink or hold.”
 
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Weingut Karlsmuhle Lorenzhofer Trockenbeerenauslese 2007 375ml Was $119, Now $99, 21 half-bottles in stock now
David Schildknecht-Wine Advocate 93+ points “…Dried peach, apricot, and date mingle with quince preserves, licorice and further suggestions of herbal concentrate both on the nose and palate. While impressively viscous, this preserves a welcome lightness of touch and vivacity illustrative of the best aspects of the vintage, and its residual sugar is remarkably restrained in expression…”

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We offer 84 wines on our Close-Out Sale in stock now.
 
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New Week/New Arrivals plus Envinate & ArPePe 5-12-25

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New Week – New Arrivals
Envinate – Top Scoring Releases Arriving Friday
ArPePe – Leader in Lombardy



New Week – New Arrivals
 
Oregon
 
Erin Nuccio developed his own original label, Haden Fig, while taking over from Russ Raney at Evesham Wood. The Haden Fig wines lean more expressive and impactful notes, showcasing the lovely terroir of the (all dry-farmed) vineyards. He crafts the wines with minimal intervention at optimal (not over-) ripeness and reduced yields to allow vineyards to express themselves. We’re proud to be one of the first to share these new releases with you!
 
Haden Fig Juliette Chardonnay, Mahonia Vineyard, Willamette Valley 2023 750ml $36 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Winery Notes “This vintage of Juliette was entirely sourced from Mahonia Vineyard in the un-official South Salem Hills. As is our practice with the Haden Fig Chardonnays, this wine was fermented in barrel without battonage and only racked when the selection was made between our Juliette and Willamette Valley designations after 10 months. The WV went to the blending tank and this Juliette was racked (dirty) into other neutral barrels. This year, our experimentation with the Juliette included blending and holding the wine in tank for an extended period toward the end of its elevage. So, unlike previous iterations of Juliette, we racked this wine (clean) into a stainless-steel tank after 14 months where it rested for an additional 2 months. It’s delicious!”
 
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New cuvée!
Haden Fig Cortell Rose Vineyard Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills 2023 750ml $36 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Winery Notes “Cortell Rose is a brand new single vineyard in the 2023 Haden Fig lineup. Jessica Cortell is one of the best-known vineyard managers in the Willamette Valley; Cortell Rose is one of her two Eola-Amity Hills estate vineyards into which she focuses her enthusiasm for organic and regenerative viticulture.”
 
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Haden Fig Croft Vineyard Pinot Noir, Mount Pisgah, Willamette Valley 2023 750ml $36 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Winery Notes “Nestled in the coastal foothills of the newly designated Mt. Pisgah AVA (and nextdoor to Freedom Hill), the storied vines of the Croft family have been organically farmed for 30 years and certified Salmon Safe since 2008. The third generation of the Crofts continue to carry on a legacy of responsible, quality-driven growing. This bottle is about black cherry, and raspberry preserves and extends a firm grip to the finish. Wonderful.”

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Walla Walla & Washington
 
Read the full text of reviews for Horsepower Vineyards and No Girls on our webstore!
 
Horsepower Vineyards Fiddleneck Vineyard, Walla Walla Valley 2022 750ml $179 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 100 points
 
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Horsepower Vineyards ‘Sur Echalas Vineyard’ Grenache, Walla Walla Valley 2022 750ml $179 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 100 points
 
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Horsepower Vineyards ‘High Contrast Vineyard’ Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2022 750ml $179 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 98 points
 
Horsepower Vineyards ‘The Tribe Vineyard’ Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2022 750ml $179 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 98 points
 
No Girls La Placiencia Vineyard Grenache, Walla Walla Valley 2021 750ml $128 special, 3 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 98 points
 
No Girls La Placiencia Vineyard Syrah, Walla Walla Valley 2021 750ml $123 special, 3 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 97 points
 
No Girls La Placiencia Vineyard Tempranillo, Walla Walla Valley 2021 750ml $128 special, 3 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 96 points
 
 
California
 
Marietta Cellars’ budget-friendly OVR wines just landed. This is a customer-favorite estate and one of the best values out of California.
 
(Marietta Cellars) Old Vine Ranch Sauvignon Blanc 2024 750ml $16 special, 25 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Fresh, tropical, and evocative, this Sauvignon Blanc is crisp, clean, and undeniably refreshing. With each sip, it transports you to a world of ancient vines and lush green canopies. This wine isn’t just a drink; it’s a sensory journey, a way to slake the heat and dust of the day while savoring the pure, natural beauty of California’s landscape. Tropical core, fig, white flowers.”
 
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(Marietta Cellars) Old Vine Ranch Rosé 2024 750ml $16 special, 25 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “With a heritage that speaks to both tradition and innovation, this wine brings together the best of old-world grace and the bold, pioneering spirit of California. Juicy and vibrant, it shines on any table, offering layers of complexity and elegance that make it a perfect pairing for both intimate dinners and festive gatherings. Every sip is a reflection of craftsmanship and a tribute to the timeless appeal of California’s vineyards. Stonefruit, citrus, mineral.”
 
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Marietta Cellars OVR Old Vine Red Lot 75, California NV 750ml $19 special, 36+ bottles in stock now
Case-12 Marietta Cellars OVR Old Vine Red Lot 75, California NV 750ml $195 special (that’s only $16.25/bottle!)
Erin Brooks-Wine Advocate 91 points “The NV Old Vine Red Lot 75 has a medium ruby-purple color is scented of red and black plums, raspberry candy, powdered sugar, prosciutto and floral potpourri. The medium-bodied palate is rounded and bright with understated, earth-laced fruit and a softly spicy finish. That herbal edge and juicy acidity make this wonderfully easy to drink! 25,000 cases produced.”
 
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Ridge Vineyards Estate Chardonnay, Santa Cruz Mountains 2023 750ml $74.50 special, 8 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 100 points
 
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Ridge Vineyards Geyserville, Alexander Valley 2023 750ml $51.90 special, 20 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 95 points
 
Ridge Vineyards Paso Robles Zinfandel, San Luis Obispo County 2023 750ml $43.50 special, 22 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 94 points
 
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Ridge Vineyards East Bench Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley 2023 750ml $38 special, 23 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 95 points
 
Turley Wine Cellars Juvenile Zinfandel 2023 750ml $26 special, 35 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 90 points
 
Turley Wine Cellars Cedarman Vineyard Zinfandel, Howell Mountain 2023 750ml $45 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 91-93 points
 
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Turley Wine Cellars Dragon Vineyard Zinfandel, Howell Mountain 2023 750ml $56 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 90-92 points
 
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Turley Wine Cellars Pesenti Vineyard Zinfandel, Paso Robles 2023 750ml $45 special, 22 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 92-94 points
 
It’s back, baby, and we’ve secured a even sweeter deal for this late-release dessert wine!
Renaissance Vineyard & Winery Late Harvest Select Sauvignon Blanc, North Yuba 1989 375ml $11.90 special, 36+ half-bottles in stock now
Winery Notes “Medium to dark amber-brown in color, this wine smells of burnt orange peel, a hint of bergamot, and cafe au lait. In the mouth dark burnt honey, cafe au lait, and a touch of even darker molasses flavors have a wonderful toasted grain quality to them that makes this wine seem almost more savory than sweet despite its significant sugar levels. Really compelling and interesting, with plenty of acidity to keep this wine lively after all this time. A phenomenal flavor experience. Moderately sweet.”
 
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France – Champagne
 
A lovely vintage in its prime, charming and refreshing.
Jose Michel & Fils Clos Saint Jean Blanc de Blancs Brut, Champagne 2014 750ml $59.50 special, 36+ bottles in stock now
Importer Note “The Blanc de Blancs is produced in the best vintages. It is made from a small plot of Chardonnay grown in the village of Saint Agnan on the left bank of the Marne. The wine is fermented in stainless steel and then matured both in tank “sur lie” and in ‘demi-muids’. After the secondary fermentation it rests ‘sur lattes’ for at least 5 years allowing the Chardonnay qualities to broaden and mature. Dosage is 5 grams. It is a wine of impeccable character, showing both nobility and restraint. It is worthy of cellaring for at least two years after disgorgement.”
 
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Louis Roederer Collection 245 Brut, Champagne NV 750ml $64.50 special, 22 bottles in stock now
Kristaps Karklins-Wine Advocate 92 points “Based on the 2020 vintage, Louis Roederer’s NV Brut Collection 245 is stylistically somewhat comparable to the two previous editions, which were based on the 2018 and 2019 vintages. Jean-Baptiste Lecaillon explains that the personality of the wine will change depending on the base year. By identifying the wine with a number, they do not intend to produce the same profile year in and year out, but rather, they will embrace the singularity of each vintage, accepting the different personalities of the base year. It is complemented by a perpetual reserve initiated in 2012, which is stored in large tanks without lees; the reserve provides balance to the warm years like this, as the perpetual component did not go through malolactic fermentation. While a considerable portion of the fruit comes from Louis Roederer’s own estates, for this bottling, the blend incorporates purchased fruit as well, particularly Pinot Meunier, which they do not own. Including approximately 43% Chardonnay, the new Brut Collection offers notes of pear, peach and candied orange zest. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, textural and fleshy, laden with vibrant acidity and concluding with a nicely defined, delicately saline finish, even with 7.5 grams per liter dosage.”

 
France – Rosé
 
Domaine de Fenouillet Ventoux Rosé, Rhone 2024 750ml $16.50 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “This rosé is vinified partially by direct press and partially by ‘saignée’, the juice is naturally clarified after a cold ‘débourbage’ of 24 hours, the wine ferments at temperature that never exceeds 16 degrees Celsius and then it is aged on the fine lees for four to six months before bottling. It is a blend of 50% Cinsault, 40% Grenache and 10% Syrah, all of which is planted to soils of clay, limestone and silex. Production is limited: we import approximately 6,000 bottles per annum for the US market.”
 
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Mas de Valeriole ‘Ve’ Rose, IGP Mediterranee 2024 750ml $14.50 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “‘Vé’—a local Provençal expression meaning ‘Look at that!’—is a blend of 70% Caladoc (a crossing of Grenache and Malbec), 15% Merlot, and 15% Marselan (a crossing of Grenache and Cabernet Sauvignon) from soils of sand and loam. Harvested at night to ensure that the bunches are cool upon entry to the winery, ‘Vé’ is pressed directly and given a brief passage in stainless steel before bottling. Clocking in at a modest 13% alcohol, it offers bright, salt-tinged flavors of raspberry and ripe citrus fruits, with a sneakily long finish given its modest price.”
 
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France – Burgundy
 
Joseph Drouhin Bourgogne Chardonnay, Burgundy 2021 750ml $24 special, 35 bottles in stock now
Producer Notes “Fruity and full of life. This is a classical white Burgundy and a good entry level wine for Burgundy in general. The colour is golden yellow, with a greenish glint. The aromas are reminiscent of fresh grape and green almond. Elegant texture.” – Joseph Drouhin

 
France – Rhone
 
Old-school style Rhone producer that epitomizes balance, energy, and character!
 
Run by a father-son team Remy and Oliver Klein in the high elevation village of Sabran, they organically farm a visually stunning estate of 86 acres directly facing Mount Ventoux. This proximity to the mountain puts the domaine right in the path of the Mistral wind, which cools the air and results in grapes of greater intensity.
 
Domaine la Remejeanne Les Chèvrefeuilles Blanc, Côtes du Rhône 2023 750ml $21.90 special, 24 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 la Remejeanne Un Air de Remejeanne, Côtes du Rhône 2023 750ml $19 special, 36 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Grenache (70%), Syrah (30 %). Wine with a pretty light ruby and purple color. The nose offers an explosion of red fruits with notes of raspberry but also floral notes of lilac and violet. The wine, on the palate, is crisp, fresh and fine. Evolving with roundness, around supple tannins, a controlled generosity, an aroma of wild strawberries, but also a minerality. It is a very digestible wine. Serve around 14° with your spring or summer dishes, such as tomatoes in salads or roasted, barbecues, asparagus or pea dishes or with spicy cuisine. To drink within 2 to 4 years.”
 
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Domaine la Remejeanne Les Chèvrefeuilles Rouge, Côtes du Rhône 2022 750ml $21.90 special, 36 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Syrah (50%), Grenache (30%), Cinsault (10%), Mourvèdre (10%). A quite light and silky wine with a certain dynamic personnality. Purple-red in color, the Chèvrefeuilles offers a very open nose of fresh red berries; notes of hibiscus and peppercorn. On the palate, we find the same fruity, floral and white pepper aromatic combinaison. This easy-drinking wine remains energetic, with tannins present but powdery. It is round yet balanced. The finish, fresh and delicately bitter, remains long. We recommend serving the wine with beef carpaccio, pâté en croute, but also with oriental, Asian or sweet/savory dishes. Drink within 3/6 years.”

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Domaine la Remejeanne Les Arbousiers, Côtes du Rhône 2022 750ml $24 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Grenache (70%), Syrah (30 %). Wine with a beautiful deep ruby red color. Very intense nose reminiscent of small black fruits: blackcurrant, plum, burlat cherry, mixed with sweet notes of cuberdon candy. The palate turns out to be very elegant, enhanced by a beautiful liveliness, where floral and cherry notes are found. This friand wine is structured by fine and tight tannins. Les Arbousiers have a balanced Rhone character. Without heaviness or excessive generosity, this wine has a great future. A wine to serve with a Thai beef dish, with a Milanese veal escalope, with creamy dishes or even with autumn vegetable dishes. To drink within 3 to 8 years.”
 
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Spain – Canary Islands
 
Check out our feature on Envinate below, including points-sweeping new releases landing this Friday!
 
Envinate ‘Benje’ Blanco, Tenerife, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $31.90 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 94 points “The white 2023 Benje Blanco, fermented without temperature control since 2021, matured in a 2,500-liter oak foudre and neutral 350-liter barrel, while 65% of the wine was kept in concrete. They also selected finer lees for the élevage, and the wine seems to have gained in finesse. The white grapes didn’t suffer the heat as much as the red ones, but it was not an easy harvest in Santiago del Teide. There’s less oxidation, and the percentage of wine with flor yeasts (25% to 30%) made for finer wines too. There’s a sensation of higher freshness, sharper; it didn’t go through malolactic. It’s also less reductive, and despite being a riper year, the alcohol was kept to 12% and the pH 3.06. It’s a great Benje Blanco. 19,000 bottles and 220 magnums produced. It was bottled in June 2023.”
Importer Note “From several parcels of 70–120-year-old vines at 75-300m elevation farmed by Envínate and 15 local families.”
 
Envinate ‘Benje’ Tinto, Tenerife, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $31.90 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 94 points “The bottled 2023 Benje, which has 9% Listán Blanco and 1% Tintilla grapes to complement the Listán Prieto, comes from a very warm and dry year in Santiago del Teide when the vines got blocked and suffered a lot, as they also did in 2019. With the experience from that year, they did a softer vinification, with shorter macerations and extraction. Here, it was an even warmer and earlier year than 2022, with more immediate wines, approachable and open from the very beginning. It’s floral, aromatic and expressive, fine-boned and harmonious, with good freshness. 18,000 bottles and 250 magnums produced. It was bottled in May 2024.”
Importer Note “From several parcels of 70–120-year-old vines at 900-1200m elevation farmed by Envínate and 15 local families.”
 
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Envinate ‘Lousas’ Viñas de Aldea, Galicia 2022 750ml $44.50 special, 20 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “This has a fascinating nose that shows pepper, dried herbs, wild red fruit and a pleasant, enveloping herbal note. The palate is medium-bodied with silky tannins, focused and delineated, with lots of precision and a savory sensation. An outstanding entry-level wine in the region. This comes from multiple plots in the Amandi, Quiroga and Mino areas. Each plot is vinified separately with varying proportions of whole bunches. Aging takes place mostly in barriques with a smaller proportion in cement. Drink now.”
 
 
Spain – Sierra de Gredos
 
The friends behind the Spanish winery “4 Monos” (4 Monkeys) fell in love with the Sierra de Gredos during a hiking trip and returned to establish what would quickly become one of the region’s leading producers. Equal parts Mediterranean and Alpine, the region spans three viticultural regions (Méntrida, Vinos de Madrid, and Castilla y León) but represents a terroir all their own. 4 Monos’ wines are tense and evocative, crafted with a minimalist winemaking approach to ensure that the terroir they fell in love can speak for itself.
 
4 Monos Viticultores ‘GR-10’ Blanco, Sierra de Gredos 2022 750ml $28 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 91 points “The 2022 GR-10 Blanco has a deeper color but lower alcohol (13.5%) than the 2023 I tasted next to it. Both years had similar cycles, and this one feels a little fresher, with notes of pollen and honey denoting the additional age. It’s round and juicy, with supple flavors and the characteristic bitter twist in the finish. 1,850 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2023.”
 
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4 Monos Viticultores ‘GR-10’ Tinto, Sierra de Gredos 2022 750ml $26 special, 12 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.”

4 Monos Viticultores ‘Aguja del Fraile’, Cadalso de los Vidrios, Sierra de Gredos 2021 750ml $49 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 95 points “The 2021 Aguja del Fraile is their village red from Cadalso de los Vidrios and comes from a number of vineyards (five). It contains around 5% Cariñena and fermented with full clusters and had a longer maceration of 45 days. It matured in 400- and 500-liter oak barrels and five months in a 1,780-liter foudre. It has 14% alcohol and a pH of 3.25 and is fresher and cooler than the previous year. It has contained ripeness but keeping the fruit and the juiciness, with the fine-grained tannins and the strong granite sensation from the village. There’s one more plot in this 2021 from the La Isilla lieu-dit, and they believe this has improved the wine, making it narrower and finer-boned. 1,850 bottles and six magnums produced. It was bottled in June 2023.”
 
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4 Monos Viticultores La Danza del Viento Arroyo de las Ánimas, Sierra de Gredos 2021 750ml $59 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 95+ points “The new single-vineyard red 2021 La Danza del Viento Arroyo de las Ánimas (bottled in 2020 but sold almost exclusively to the Mugaritz restaurant) comes from a plot between the lieux-dits of La Alberca and Lancharrasa between Cadalso and Cenicientos at 960 meters above sea level, with a west exposure but very shady, as it’s on a forest slope. The soil is very shallow degraded gray granite. The wine is perfumed and ethereal, with floral and citrus notes and is structured but with silky tannins. It was picked at the end of September and fermented with 100% uncrushed grapes, mostly full clusters and indigenous yeasts, and the wine matured in 500-liter barrel for 15 months. It has an expressive nose that is floral, with the herbal side from Cenicientos. It has a solid palate with great harmony, fine tannins and supple flavors and a long, clean and focused finish; this is closer to the La Isilla than Molino Quemado but doesn’t quite reach the same refinement and elegance. It has a moderate 13.5% alcohol, with a pH of 3.31 and 5.85 grams of acidity. Only 654 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2023.”
 
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4 Monos Viticultures La Danza del Viento La Isilla, Cadalso de los Vidrios, Sierra de Gredos 2021 750ml $64.50 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 96+ points “My favorite wine this time was the 2021 La Danza del Viento La Isilla, the single-vineyard red from Cadalso de los Vidrios. It has an ethereal and floral personality that transcends the style of the village. It showcases the vintage with its firm tannins balanced by the tension, length and complexity of the wine. This comes from a vineyard at 860 meters above sea level on very fine sandy soils that they have been recovering since 2013; the grapes were picked in mid-September and fermented with full clusters and a 47-day maceration. It has 2% Cariñena in addition to a majority of Garnacha. The wine matured in 500-liter French oak barrels for 15 months. It has terrific tension, freshness and balance, velvety tannins and a vibrant, symmetric and crystalline finish. It has 13.5% alcohol, a pH of 3.25 denoting very good freshness and 5.56 grams of acidity. This is superb. Only 630 bottles produced. It was bottled in June 2023.”
 
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Envinate:

Top Scoring Releases Arriving Friday
 
Since first discovering the wines of Envínate in 2019, we at Vinopolis have been madly in love. The wines buzz with energy, capturing the terroir of their respective regions as if by magic. The methods of this group of winemakers, friends Alfonso Torrente, José Ángel Martínez, Laura Ramos, and Roberto Santana, are low-intervention in the winery and an ultra-traditional, minimalist approach in the vineyards. They are one of the forerunners of the “New Spanish” wine movement that eschews fat and new oak for finesse and terroir.
 
The wines arriving Friday include some of their finest ever releases from the Canary Island of Tenerefe and Ribeira Sacra.
 
Despite being warm and tropical Tenerefe is home to several wine-growing regions, particularly along the foggy cliffs and slopes that line the Atlantic Ocean along the northern coastline. In the sub-region of Táganan, the friends work with ancient vines planted in the volcanic rock along the steeply terraced cliffs that run along ocean. The Palo Blanco wines represent a cooler region along the northern slope of the Teide volcano. Here the Listan Blanco (also known as Palomino) is trained in the traditional “cordon trenzado” style of braiding the vines along the rows.
 
The Ribeira Sacra wines are composed of ancient native vines of mostly Mencía co-planted with other varietals. The vines are ancient, starting at 60-years-old at minimum with single vineyard bottlings going well up from there. These are excellent examples of what this profound and profoundly Spanish grape can do. Much like Terre Nere’s work with indigenous Sicilian grapes, Envínate’s Mencía can give international superstars like Syrah and Pinot Noir a run for their money.
 
Envínate has drawn international praise and attention, with particular notice from Luis Gutiérrez of the Wine Advocate. Their wines are highly sought-after for their authenticity and ability to capture the terroir of these timeless regions. These are fascinating, age-worthy expressions of “New Spain” wines that are not to be missed, especially not at these prices.
 
Arriving Friday, May 16th:
 
Envinate ‘Palo Blanco’, Tenerife, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $51.90 pre-arrival special, 36 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 98+ points
 
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Envinate ‘Palo Blanco’ Parcela Las Molinas, Tenerife, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $99 pre-arrival special, 6 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 99 points
 
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Envinate Táganan Blanco, Tenerife, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $49 pre-arrival special, 12 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 95+ points
 
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Envinate Táganan Tinto, Tenerife, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $49 pre-arrival special, 24 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 96 points
 
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Envinate Táganan Parcela Margalagua, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $119 pre-arrival special, 6 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 100 points
 
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Envinate La Santa de Úrsula, Tenerife, Canary Islands 2023 750ml $49 pre-arrival special, 24 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 96 points
 
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Envinate ‘Lousas’ Viñas de Aldea, Ribeira Sacra 2023 750ml $41.90 pre-arrival special, 36 bottles available
Envinate ‘Lousas’ Viñas de Aldea, Ribeira Sacra 2023 1.5L $99 pre-arrival special, 3 magnums available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 94-96 points
 
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Envinate ‘Lousas’ Doad, Ribeira Sacra 2023 750ml $45 pre-arrival special, 24 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 94-96 points
 
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Envinate ‘Lousas’ Parcela Camiño Novo, Ribeira Sacra 2023 750ml $99 pre-arrival special, 6 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 97-99 points
 
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Envinate ‘Lousas’ Rosende, Ribeira Sacra 2023 750ml $49 pre-arrival special, 24 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 96-98 points
 
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Envinate ‘Lousas’ Parcela Seoane, Ribeira Sacra 2023 750ml $95 pre-arrival special, 6 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 96-98 points
 
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The “Chingao” bottlings are a collaborative project with American importer José Pastor and made as natural wines, with lower intervention and no sulfur added at bottling.
A Chingao Vineyards & Envinate ‘Misturado de Abeleda’, Ribeira Sacra 2023 750ml $49 pre-arrival special, 12 bottles available
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 93-95 points
 
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Leader in Lombary:
 
ArPePe
 
With regard to northern Italian wine and Nebbiolo-at-large, Valtellina is one of those best-kept-secrets. It is home to some of the most ethereal and mineral driven expressions of wine in the world. Naturally insulated from the rest of the country due to the Alpine topography, the villagers practice winemaking exactly as they have for centuries.
 
One of the region’s finest wine producers – and likely the best-known – is ArPePe. ArPePe re-established his family’s estate in 1984 under his nickname. He helped elevate the winery and region alike to global recognizance and appreciation before his passing in 2004. Within the cellar the winery carved out of a mountain in the subzone of Grumello, the family follows the time-tested script of traditional winemaking. ArPePe’s three children continue his legacy of crafting incredibly expressive wines with poise, grace, and some serious age worthiness.
 
They craft several Valtellina Superiore and Riserva wines identified by their subzone (Grumello, Sassella, and Inferno), all from the heart of the region. Grumello, ArPePe’s home subzone, has steep and rocky terraces ranging from 350 to 600 meters above sea level. Sassella is the most famous and largest subzone, with steep terraces winding from 270 to 600 meters in elevation. Inferno, likely named for the summer heat it experiences, is the smallest subzone ArPePe works with but offers a wide diversity of slopes and aspects despite a narrower elevation. From these regions, ArPePe crafts magnificent offerings of Nebbiolo that rival Piedmont’s finest. The latest vintage of the Riservas, the unrivaled 2016, arrives Friday.
 
Arriving Friday, May 16th:
 
ArPePe Grumello Riserva ‘Buon Consiglio’, Valtellina Superiore DOCG 2016 750ml $119 pre-arrival special, 12 bottles available
Wine Spectator 93 points “Dense and tightly meshed, with taut, chalky tannins and a racy streak of minerality married to flavors of dried black cherry, medicinal herbs, orange peel and milled pepper. Reveals savory hints of tobacco and smoke that push through and linger on the persistent finish. Let this open in the glass or decant for full enjoyment. Drink now through 2031. 1,050 cases made, 150 cases imported. –AN”
James Suckling 93 points “Game, smoke, earth, strawberries and bright licorice root depth. The attack is soft and elegant, with silky tannins and refreshing acidity. A chewy, vivid finish. Drink or hold.”
 
ArPePe Inferno Riserva ‘Sesto Canto’, Valtellina Superiore DOCG 2016 750ml $119 pre-arrival special, 12 bottles available
Wine Spectator 94 points “There are lovely accents of eucalyptus and lavender to the rich fruit and spice character in this silky red, which delivers a generous beam of mulled cherry flavors. Finely balanced and long on the palate. A beauty. Drink now through 2036. 1,050 cases made, 75 cases imported. –AN”
James Suckling 92 points “Lifted red currant, camphor and rose aromas. Light-bodied with crisp acidity and dusty yet light and crunchy tannins. The structure defies integration, but the finish is polished with pristine fruit character. Drink or hold.”
 
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ArPePe Sassella Riserva ‘Nuova Regina’, Valtellina Superiore DOCG 2016 750ml $119 pre-arrival special, 9 bottles available
James Suckling 95 points “Intense floral nose of red and dark fruit, with a slightly peppery, almost meaty character. There is a lot of stony minerality. Tight-knit structure with fruit and acidity that are crisp and zesty, ripe tannins, a velvety texture and a medium body. Good cherry fruit finish. Drinkable now, but best from 2026.”
 
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ArPePe Sassella Riserva ‘Ultimi Raggi’, Valtellina Superiore 2016 750ml $119 pre-arrival special, 18 bottles available
James Suckling 95 points “Aromas of graphite, game, earth, red cherries and dark berries. Dense palate with dusty yet ripe tannins, refreshing acidity and a medium to full body. A lot of good substance that still needs time to integrate and gain complexity. Drinkable now, but best from 2026.”

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Shop our complete selection of wines from ArPePe here!



Don’t miss our additional sales going on now:
 
Italian Magnums & Large Formats
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock Italian magnums & large format bottles
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock Italian magnums & large format bottles
 
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Italian Magnums & Large Format sale ends Tuesday, May 13th at 9 am Pacific.

Italian Magnum Sale 5-10-25

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Italian Magnum Sale
Rosé of the Day


 
Don’t Just Go Big,
 
Go Bigger for Mother’s Day!
 
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Italian Magnums & Large Formats
 
Magnums are the perfect wine for a party, a bold statement for a gift, and age better than 750mls in your cellar. Why not stock up while the deals are on?
 
We offer thirty-one in-stock magnums in a range of styles (red and white) and a multitude of regions (Mount Etna, Brunello, Ghemme, Barolo, Barbaresco, Dolomites, Tuscany, and more!). Shop during our three-day sale, starting right now.
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock Italian magnums & large format bottles
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock Italian magnums & large format bottles
 
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Sale ends Tuesday, May 13th at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer thirty-one in-stock Italian magnums & large format options on sale now, including:
 
Benanti Serra della Contessa ‘Particella No. 587’ Etna Rosso Riserva, Sicily 2016 1.5L Displayed Price: $249, that’s $236.55 at 5% off and $224.10 at 10% off, 5 magnums in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 95 points “The 2016 Etna Rosso Serra della Contessa Particella No. 587 Riserva is dark and savory in the glass, grumbling up with notes of crushed rocks and ash that evolve further to reveal musky black currants, hints of licorice and dried violets. This is velvety-smooth, yet not weighty in feel. Instead, the 2016 seems to glide effortlessly across the palate, yet what it leaves behind is a saturation of primary fruit and mineral tones, as well as silky tannins that penetrate deeply. The Serra della Contessa finishes structured yet long and unexpectedly fresh, with balsam herbs and a touch of salted licorice that slowly fades. This Etna Rosso is a powerhouse, but it is in need of cellaring to reveal all of its charms.”
 
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Brovia Villero, Barolo DOCG, Piedmont 2020 1.5L Displayed Price: $289, that’s $274.55 at 5% off and $260.10 at 10% off, 1 magnum in stock now
Kerin O’Keefe 96 points “Showing great class and precision, Brovia’s fragrant 2020 Villero is a chiseled beauty. Taut and focused, the palate features crushed strawberry, pomegranate and blood orange accented with licorice and pink peppercorn before an almost salty close. A backbone of refined tannins provides firm support. It needs a few more years to fully develop and shows good aging potential for this rather forward vintage. Drink 2029-2036.”
 
Cavallotto Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe, Barolo Riserva DOCG, Piedmont 2016 1.5L Displayed Price: $399, that’s $379.05 at 5% off and $359.10 at 10% off, 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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Antichi Vigneti di Cantalupo Collis Breclemae, Ghemme DOCG, Piedmont 2013 1.5L Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 2 magnums in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 96 points “The 2013 Ghemme Collis Breclamae is fabulous. Deep, dark and also translucent, the 2013 possesses magnificent clarity as well as structure. Black cherry, lavender, truffle, mint, spice and new leather all develop in an ample, resonant Ghemme that hits all the right notes. A rich, substantial finish rounds things out in style. The 2013 can be enjoyed with minimal cellaring, but it also has the pedigree to develop in the cellar for many years to come. Each time I come back to the 2013 it is more impressive.”
 
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Felsina Berardenga Fontalloro Toscana IGT, Tuscany 2018 1.5L Displayed Price: $128, that’s $121.60 at 5% off and $115.20 at 10% off, 7 magnums in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 95 points “The 2018 Fontalloro is bright, floral and full of energy. In most vintages, Fontalloro is quite open, but the 2018 is especially nervy and taut. That won’t be an issue in time, of course, but readers should plan on being patient. Sangiovese is so expressive here. A whole range of floral and savory accents lingers on the close.”
 
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Foradori ‘Fuoripista’ Pinot Grigio Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Trentino-Alto Adige 2020 1.5L Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 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.”
 
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Giacomo Conterno Francia, Barolo DOCG, Piedmont 2018 3L Displayed Price: $1,349, that’s $1,281.55 at 5% off and $1,214.10 at 10% off, 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.”
 
Isole e Olena Cepparello Toscana IGT, Tuscany 2017 3L Displayed Price: $379, that’s $360.05 at 5% off and $341.10 at 10% off, 2 double-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.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today for the double-magnum!
The next best price is $656 (ouch!!)
 
Il Paradiso di Frassina MozArt, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany 2014 1.5L Displayed Price: $89, that’s $84.55 at 5% off and $80.10 at 10% off, 3 magnums in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 92 points “Deep bright red-ruby. Oriental spices and botanical herbs complicate rich red fruit and balsamic oil aromas and flavors. Rich, ripe and suave, with a glyceral mouthfeel and strong hints of bitter herbs to the repeating ripe red cherry notes on the long thick, mouthcoating back end. A very good showing for 2014.”
 
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La Gerla Riserva gli Angeli, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany 2016 1.5L Displayed Price: $219, that’s $208.05 at 5% off and $197.10 at 10% off, 2 magnums in stock now
La Gerla Riserva gli Angeli, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany 2016 3L Displayed Price: $449, that’s $426.55 at 5% off and $404.10 at 10% off, 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.”
 
This is the only listing in the USA today for the large formats!
 
Produttori del Barbaresco Montestefano, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG, Piedmont 2019 1.5L Displayed Price: $179, that’s $170.05 at 5% off and $161.10 at 10% off, 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 Ovello, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG, Piedmont 2017 1.5L Displayed Price: $169, that’s $160.55 at 5% off and $152.10 at 10% off, 6 magnums in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 94+ points “One of the bigger productions (with 17,744 bottles) in the Produttori del Barbaresco’s portfolio is the 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Ovello. All of the Riservas in this vintage are characterized by especially exuberant and bold aromas, and this bottle is a prime example. Cassis, wild cherry, tobacco, rusty nail and licorice build intensity. The wine is tapered and silky in texture, but it also offers a good amount of power (and 15% alcohol) to carry it through the aging process.”
 
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Produttori del Barbaresco Rabaja, Barbaresco Riserva DOCG, Piedmont 2019 1.5L Displayed Price: $199, that’s $189.05 at 5% off and $179.10 at 10% off, 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.”
 
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast for the magnum!
 
Rocca di Montegrossi ‘Ridolfo’ Toscana IGT, Tuscany 2015 1.5L Was $179, Displayed Price: $159, that’s $151.05 at 5% off and $143.10 at 10% off, 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!”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Paolo Scavino Bric del Fiasc, Barolo DOCG, Piedmont 2019 1.5L Displayed Price: $249, that’s $236.55 at 5% off and $224.10 at 10% off, 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.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today for the magnum!
 
Sassetti Livio Pertimali Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany 2015 1.5L Displayed Price: $159, that’s $151.05 at 5% off and $143.10 at 10% off, 3 magnums in stock now
James Suckling 98 points “There’s something ethereal in the nose with flowers, cherries, strawberries and shitake mushrooms. Full body. This grows on the palate with super tannin and fruit structure. So much berry flavor and round, caressing tannins that fill your mouth. Tight at the end. This needs four to five years to show its true greatness. Try after 2023.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
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Rosé of the Day
 
Triennes
 
Two of Burgundy’s greatest names – Jacques Seysses, founder of Domaine Dujac, and Aubert de Villaine, co-owner of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti – are the partners behind this pioneering property in Provence, northeast of Marseille and due east of Aix-en-Provence. In less than two decades, they have transformed this stunning 46-hectare site into one of the top wine estates in Southern France. Enjoy their flagship rosé tonight – it’s on our three-day Think Pink sale along with all of our in-stock rosé (still and sparkling) now through Monday, May 12th at 9 am!
 
In Stock Now:
 
Domaine de Triennes Rosé, IGP Var 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $18, that’s $17.10 at 5% off and $16.20 at 10% off, 28 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Domaine de Triennes is a pale pink color. A compelling bouquet of strawberries and white flowers with a touch of vanilla. Expressive and elegant, the palate offers mouthwatering freshness. An embodiment of the Mediterranean in the glass.”
 
Think Pink Sale

5% off any 3-5 in-stock still rosé options and sparkling rosé options
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock still rosé options and sparkling rosé options
 
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Think Pink Mother’s Day Sale sale ends Monday, May 12th at 9 am Pacific.


 
Don’t miss our additional sale going on now:
 
Brundlmayer
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Brundlmayer
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Think Pink Sale – 5-9-25

In This Newsletter:

Think Pink Mother’s Day Sale
Collector’s Corner: Yangarra


 
Think Pink Sale
 
Stock Up & Save On:
 
Still & Sparkling Rosés!
 
Pink wines are far too underrated – flexible with or without food, lean budget-friendly, and beautiful in the glass. What’s not to love?
 
In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re placing all of our in-stock still and sparkling rosé wines on sale. We have seventy-two options to choose from including local picks from our hometown heroes like Goodfellow and near neighbors like Arnot-Roberts, the new style of pink Prosecco, classic and legendary rosé Champagnes, august Provencal rosés, pool-side pleasers from Beaujolais, and dozens more. Buy for all the moms in your life and snug a few extra for yourself.
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of rosé wine (still or sparkling)
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of rosé wine (still or sparkling)
 
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Sale ends Monday, May 12th at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer 45 still options and 27 sparkling options in-stock and on sale now, including:
 
Oregon – Still
 
Bow & Arrow Rosé of Gamay Noir, Willamette Valley 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $21.90, that’s $20.81 at 5% off and $19.71 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “This year’s rosé is a short maceration of Gamay from the organically farmed Rooker Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA. Natural as can be! It’s a stainless steel fermented study on wet rocks and perhaps a border skirmish between watermelon Jolly Ranchers and Grapefruit Jarritos. Unyeasted, unfiltered, unfined and unmanipulated. Only made in years that lend themselves to making quality rose. Our smallest production.”

This is the only listing in the USA today!
 
Championship Bottle “A Thousand Dreams” Hollow Oak Vineyard Field Blend, Chehalem Mountains 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $29, that’s $27.55 at 5% off and $26.10 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “The 2023 A Thousand Dreams is a wine that ended up embodying our Friuli-meets-Oregon idea like few others. The short version is that it’s a field blend of Ribolla Gialla, Tocai Friulano, and Pinot Noir, all harvested together from the same block and pressed as a white wine. It’s farmed by the incomparable Jess Miller from a tiny (6 acre) vineyard she leases in the Chehalem Mountains’ Ladd Hill. Because of the Pinot, A Thousand Dreams is very gently pink (aka ramato, or onion-skin), though its personality is very much white-wine. Fermented and aged in a 500L puncheon (and a bit of stainless steel) it’s exceptionally food friendly, as well, with flavors of tart white peach, a gentle, cool-green/sage-y herb tone, a touch of waxiness, and the faintest hit of white strawberries.”
 
This is the only listing in the USA today!
 
Goodfellow Family Cellars Rosé of Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $18, that’s $17.10 at 5% off and $16.20 at 10% off, 36+ 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.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Illahe Estate Tempranillo Rosé, Willamette Valley 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $21.90, that’s $20.81 at 5% off and $19.71 at 10% off, 18 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Oregon’s best rosé of tempranillo is ready to delight again after its trip through stainless tanks and neutral oak barrels. This year’s offering has notes of strawberry, blood orange, guava, mango, and watermelon rind with crisp, refreshing acidity. It is produced in 25% neutral barrel, 75% stainless steel, and directly pressed. The acidity keeps this wine fresh and alive, but the barrel fermentation helps to balance the mouth and keep it rich.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
 
California – Still
 
Arnot-Roberts Rosé, California 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $26, that’s $24.70 at 5% off and $23.40 at 10% off, 24 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.”
 
Lioco Rosé of Carignan, Mendocino County 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $21.90, that’s $20.81 at 5% off and $19.71 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Winemaker’s Note “100% Rosé of Carignan. Lioco Rose of Carignan offers aromas of pink guava, grapefruit pith, and rosemary blossom. Aromas of sungold tomato, white strawberry, and hibiscus. Pair with pan seared trout, paella, or anchovy toast.”
 
This is the only listing in the USA today!
 
 
France – Champagne – Sparkling
 
Billecart-Salmon ‘Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon’ Brut Rosé Millesime, Champagne 2012 1.5L Displayed Price: $469, that’s $445.55 at 5% off and $422.10 at 10% off, 1 magnum in stock now
Yohan Castaing-Wine Advocate 97 points “A blend of 45% Pinot Noir and 55% Chardonnay, the 2012 Brut Rosé Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon is a real success, wafting from the glass with aromas of red berries, rose, peony, orange blood and dried flowers. Medium to full-bodied, vinous and broad, it’s dense and deep with a multidimensional core of fruit, racy acids and a textural structure, concluding with a long, delicate, mouthwatering finish. This is one of the finest rosé I’ve tasted at this address. Kudos! Drink: 2024-2054.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today for the magnum!
 
Benoit Dehu ‘Initiation’ Rosé Brut Nature, Champagne NV (2021) 750ml Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 11 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 91 points “The (2021) Extra Brut Rosé Cuvée Initiation is superb. Here, the addition of 7% still red Pinot fills out the mid-palate and gives the wine some of the textural presence that is missing in the Blanc de Blancs bottling. Chalk, cranberry, mint and white pepper build into the tense, sinewy finish. Disgorged: January 25, 2024.”
 
This is the lowest listed price on the West Coast!
 
Delamotte Brut Rosé, Champagne NV 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 7 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 94 points “[Reviewed in 2023] The NV Champagne Rosé is a blend of 80% Chardonnay and the rest Pinot Noir, with the base of 2019, and 15% still red wine. It pours a salmon/orange-tinged hue and opens in the glass to fresh, floral, pretty aromas of nectarine, salted orange, fresh rose petal, and curry spice. Medium-bodied, it has a wonderful chalky and pithy texture, with a pinpoint mousse that’s almost an afterthought. Ripe with fruit but well-balanced and long, with mouthwatering acidity, its spicier notes (cardamom, perhaps?) start to reveal themselves as it opens, and the wine lasts long on the palate. It is quite distinctive. Drink 2024-2040. 8 grams per liter dosage.” [Fall 2023 release. Base vintage may vary from review.]
 
De Venoge Louis XV de Venoge Extra Brut Rosé Millesime, Champagne 2002 750ml Displayed Price: $189, that’s $179.55 at 5% off and $170.10 at 10% off, 7 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 93 points “Harmonious, with fine intensity, offering rich notes of spice cake, toasted almond, dried cherry, grilled plum and smoky mineral. Almost velvety in texture, with juicy acidity that brings you back for another sip. Delicious. Drink now through 2022. 54 cases made.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Diebolt-Vallois Brut Rosé, Champagne NV 750ml Displayed Price: $49, that’s $46.55 at 5% off and $44.10 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “This elegant pink champagne offers abundant red fruit aromas: raspberries, red currants and wood strawberries. Varieties used: 63% Pinot Noir, 27% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Meunier. Terroir: The grapes come mainly from the fields known as Les Toulettes in Epernay. Vinification: Fermentation in thermostatically controlled vats. Blended rosé: addition of Bouzy Rouge (grand cru). Dosage: 3-5 g/l.”
 
Gatinois Aÿ Grand Cru Brut Rosé, Champagne NV 750ml Displayed Price: $64.50, that’s $61.28 at 5% off and $58.05 at 10% off, 8 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 92 points “A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, the NV Champagne Grand Cru Aÿ Brut Rosé has the addition of a small portion of red wine coming from Gatinois’ oldest parcels in Aÿ. Pouring a jeweled pink/ruby color, it’s spicy on the nose, with aromas of cranberry, orange peel, crushed stones, and fennel. Medium-bodied and bright on the palate, with a frothy mousse, even acidity, and a savory and saline finish, this is another vibrant gastronomic wine that offers a good deal of versatility across seasons and pairing at the table. Drink 2024-2032.”
 
Laurent-Perrier Alexandra Rosé, Champagne 1990 750ml Displayed Price: $599, that’s $569.05 at 5% off and $539.10 at 10% off, 2 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 94 points “Beautifully done. Vigorous and almost chewy, this intense, full-bodied rosé exudes mint, berry and wood aromas and flavors. Muscular and dense, with a character that engages the palate and needs contemplation or food.”
 
This is the only listing in the USA today!
 
Pommery Cuvée Louise Brut Rosé Millesime, Champagne 2004 750ml Displayed Price: $249, that’s $236.55 at 5% off and $224.10 at 10% off, 30 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 95 points “This is a new release and shows wonderful finesse and beauty. You know that the moment you see the pale-amber color. It’s medium bodied with freshness and energy and a long, vivid finish. A joy to taste. Drink now.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Frederic Savart Bulle de Rosé Premier Cru Brut Rosé, Champagne NV 750ml Displayed Price: $95, that’s $90.25 at 5% off and $85.50 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Decanter 92 points “Another citrus-forward Champagne here, playing its rosé cards close to its chest and leaning more into white territory. A soft fruity palate follows aromas of grapefruit and orange rind, switching gear as the mousse expands into an almost savoury, nut and dried herb finish. It maintains a taut structure and impresses with its elegance. (Drink between 2024-2030).”
 
Vilmart & Cie ‘Cuvée Rubis’ Brut Rosé, Champagne NV 750ml Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 92 points “In the NV Brut Rosé Cuvée Rubis readers will find one of the most elegant, nuanced Rosés in the market. Light and gracious, yet also wonderfully deep, the Rubis has so much to offer. Red berry fruit, crushed rocks, rose petal, mint and white pepper are some of the many notes that pulse through this vivid, taut Champagne. I am especially impressed by the translucent energy of the Rubis. In a word: gorgeous. [Review for previous disgorgement, no review available for current disgorgement.]”
 
 
France – Still
 
Peyrassol ‘Le Clos’ Rosé, Côtes de Provence 2021 750ml Was $59, Displayed Price: $54.50, that’s $51.78 at 5% off and $49.05 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Peyrassol ‘Le Clos’ Rosé, Côtes de Provence 2021 1.5L Was $119, Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 10 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.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Chateau Routas Rosé, Coteaux Varois en Provence 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $16, that’s $15.20 at 5% off and $14.40 at 10% off, 28 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 91 points “A fresh and juicy rosé with notes of grapefruit, white pepper and dried flowers. Medium body with bright acidity. Vivid and well-balanced with a fruity, delicious finish. Drink now. Screw cap.”
 
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Pierre-Marie Chermette Domaine du Vissoux Les Griottes Rosé, Beaujolais 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $17.50, that’s $16.63 at 5% off and $15.75 at 10% off, 16 bottles in stock now
“The 2023 Rosé Griottes speaks in hushed tones. Simple notes of peach, orange peel and chamomile run through both nose and palate. Easygoing and uncomplicated, this is a decent poolside quaff.” -Billy Norris, Vinous
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
 
Italy – Still
 
Proprieta Sperino ‘Rosa del Rosa’ Rosato Coste della Sesia, Piedmont 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $24, that’s $22.80 at 5% off and $21.60 at 10% off, 35 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 91 points “The 2022 Rosa del Rosa is delicate and airy in the glass, slowly evolving with green melon, dusty rose and ginger. It’s silk and enveloping with a burst of minerality up front that gives way to young peach and savory spice. This leaves the palate bone dry yet watering for more as the 2022 finishes pleasantly chewy and with medium length. This is a more understated vintage for the Rosa Del Rosa, yet still pleasurable.”
 
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Italy – Sparkling
 
Pasqua ‘Romeo & Juliet’ Passione e Sentimento Prosecco Millesimato Rosé Extra Dry, Veneto 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $19, that’s $18.05 at 5% off and $17.10 at 10% off, 22 bottles in stock now
Winery Notes “The elegance of Glera enhanced by the structure of Pinot Nero. Prosecco rosé has a coppery color and a refined bouquet. On the palate it is fresh and fruity with attractive scents of raspberries.”
 
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Spain – Still
 
Bodegas Olivares Rosado, Jumilla 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $14, that’s $13.30 at 5% off and $12.60 at 10% off, 22 bottles in stock now
Luis Gutiérrez-Wine Advocate 90 points “The bright rosé 2024 Rosado is young and fruit-driven, with freshness despite being from the third dry and warm vintage in a row when they got very low yields. It’s pure Garnacha from free-run juice with 12.5% alcohol, with notes of roses and wild herbs, a little reductive, with a soft palate, balanced and clean. It’s closed with a screw cap. 60,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in November 2024.”
 
 
Spain – Sparkling
 
Pares Balta Pink Brut Cava, Catalonia NV 750ml Displayed Price: $19, that’s $18.05 at 5% off and $17.10 at 10% off, 17 bottles in stock now
Winery Notes ” …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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Collector’s Corner
 
Yangarra
 
Yangarra Estate Vineyard is nestled in the McLaren Vale in South Australia, one of the world’s top wine regions. Their property consists of 170 hectares, half planted to vines and the other half preserved for native flora and fauna. The climate here is Mediterranean with plenty of sunshine and cool breezes at night. The estate farms their Southern Rhone varieties using biodynamic farming. The results are some of Australia’s finest and most celebrated domestically. Word is out internationally, and we’re pleased to be able to share these benchmark Aussie wines with you.  
 
In Stock Now:
 
Yangarra Estate ‘Roux Beaute’ Roussanne, McLaren Vale 2020 750ml $69 special, 1 bottle in stock now
Erin Larkin-Wine Advocate 95 points “As an Australian, it is hard to read “Roux Beaute” and not think “you beaut.” Thankfully, the internal rhyming suggestion is apt. The 2020 Roux Beaute Roussanne is concentrated and broad, with layers of phenolics in the mouth—bitter almond, green apple skin, white flowers, caper berries, cheesecloth, brine and feijoa, even custard apple, perhaps. It’s good. It’s really good. It shows that textural breadth and depth can still be lively and bright. This is an exciting wine and very well handled. You beaut.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Yangarra Estate Vineyards High Sands Grenache, McLaren Vale 2019 750ml $249 special, 5 bottles in stock now
Erin Larkin-Wine Advocate 98 points “The fruit for this 2019 High Sands Grenache is sourced from the highest plot on the estate, from old bush vines planted in 1946. This an incredibly complex wine that undulates and ripples across the tongue; it brings blood and ferrous, crushed quartz and pink peppercorns, poise and succulence, but never, ever heaviness. Weight: no. This has silken sway and lithe flow, but no heaviness. What an amazing wine that lingers and echoes through the finish. An emphatic, resounding, YES. In fact, I was almost done with this tasting note, and it occurred to me that there is also framboise, licorice, a hint of anise, salami and graphite through the finish. It’s a crime to spit this out—so I won’t.”
 
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Yangarra Estate Vineyard Ovitelli Grenache, McLaren Vale 2020 750ml $89 special, 4 bottles in stock now
Erin Larkin-Wine Advocate 96 points “The fruit for the 2020 Ovitelli Grenache is sourced from bush vines planted in 1946, just after the second World War. This is incredibly fine. It is pure and layered with blood, red licorice, crushed minerals, black tea, satsuma plum, black cherries and framed by ferrous tannins. What a joy this is… it lingers in the mouth long after the wine is gone, allowing for a bit of chew and thought before the next sip. Elegance 101.”
 
This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
 
Browse our selections from Yangarra now!
 

 
Don’t miss our additional sales going on now:
 
Azelia & Paitin
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Azelia & Paitin
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of Azelia & Paitin
 
Brundlmayer
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Brundlmayer
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of Brundlmayer
 
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Azelia & Paitin sale ends Saturday, May 10th at 9 am Pacific. Brundlmayer sale ends Sunday, May 11th at 9 am Pacific.