Raúl Pérez Sale 12-9-25

The Winemaker Who Changed Everything for Mencía


Raúl Pérez
 

Spain’s diversity runs far deeper than the well-known powerhouses of Rioja and Ribera del Duero. Beyond those muscular Tempranillo wines lies a completely different expression of Spanish red—one that leans into elegance, perfume, and lift rather than sheer force. Head west into the green, mountainous corner of Castilla y León and climb into the hills of Bierzo, and you’ll find a grape that behaves like Pinot Noir with Iberian flair: Mencía. High-toned florals, crunchy red and black fruit, peppery spice, and an unmistakable mineral edge—this is one of Spain’s most captivating varieties, hiding in plain sight.

Bierzo is where Mencía reaches its most profound form, thanks to its patchwork of ancient vineyards perched across schist, slate, and quartzite slopes.

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Monday Newsletter 12-8-25

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New Week – New Arrivals
Telmo Rodriguez’s Spanish Flair
California Sauvignon Blanc
 

New Arrival Featurette
 
Peter William
 
Did you know that the Rogue Valley is Oregon’s oldest winemaking region? Unlike the Willamette Valley, which focuses on Burgundian varietals and winemaking techniques (and a fair number of Burgundian winemakers themselves!), the Rogue Valley boasts one of the most diverse selection of styles and grapes in any established winemaking region in America. The one hundred or so wineries that call it home emphasize sustainability.
 
Full-time physician Dr. Peter Adesman and his wife, Dr. Robin Miller, planted the Peter William estate vineyard in 2013 after decades of work collecting, consuming, and educating on wine. They grow Roussanne, Grenache, Syrah, Tempranillo, and Malbec at the estate and purchase from other Rogue Valley vineyards.
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Bag a Bundle of Brundlmayer! On Sale Now 12-7-25



 
Bründlmayer isn’t just one of Austria’s great wineries—it’s the blueprint for modern Kamptal excellence. The family has farmed vines in Langenlois since 1756, but it was Willi Bründlmayer who transformed the estate into a world reference point beginning in the 1980s, introducing meticulous vineyard mapping, massale selections of old Grüner Veltliner, and a commitment to organic farming long before it was fashionable. Today, the estate is certified organic and guided by a mix of traditional methods and cutting-edge precision, now led by Willi and winemaker Thomas Klinger.

Kamptal’s unique geography plays a starring role. The vineyards rise up to 340 meters, catching cool night air from the Waldviertel to the north while absorbing warm Pannonian sunshine by day. This extreme diurnal shift (often 20°F+ differences) is the secret behind Bründlmayer’s trademark combination of ripeness and razor-sharp acidity.
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Rosé Champagne Sale 12-6-25

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Rosé Champagne Sale



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Rosé Champagne
 
Rosé Champagne captures the class and elegance of the whites with the vinous and full-flavored nuances of still, red wines. Could it be the best style? Decide for yourself with some of the region’s greatest examples, including perfectly aged Laurent-Perrier, impeccably charming Roederer, cult favorite Billecart-Salmon, or one of the excellent small producers we stock!
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Rosé Champagne
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of Rosé Champagne
 
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Sale ends Tuesday, December 9th at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer seventeen in-stock rosé Champagnes options on sale now, including:
 
Billecart-Salmon Brut Le Rose, Champagne NV 750ml Displayed Price: $96, that’s $91.20 at 5% off and $86.40 at 10% off, 7 bottles in stock now
Billecart-Salmon Brut Le Rose, Champagne NV 375ml Displayed Price: $56, that’s $53.20 at 5% off and $50.40 at 10% off, 5 half-bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 93 points “Sleek and finely knit, with a lovely, satiny mousse gliding across the palate, carrying flavors of white raspberry, peach skin, blanched almond and oyster shell.
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Faiveley Sale 12-5-25

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Faiveley Sale



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Faiveley
 
The seventh generation of Faiveleys, siblings Eve and Erwan Faiveley, have transformed the winemaking. Their style retains the age-worthiness that defined the domaine, while coaxing out more youthful charm.
 
In general, the whites are simultaneously silky and muscular and the reds are exceptionally pure and elegant. Many show heightened aromatics and a softer feel on the palate. Village level wines were easy to enjoy immediately, and even most Premier Cru wines were showing themselves well after a brief introduction of air. The Grand Cru holdings were still built for the long haul, with power and intensity.
 
While there are changes afoot, the wines are still true to their roots. From vintage to vintage and village to village you’ll find that Faiveley’s bottlings will rank among the best.
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