Vinopolis Newsletter– Friday 10/05/23

 In This Newsletter:

New Arrivals
Ar.Pe.Pe, Lisini, Kelley Fox, and more!
Re-Arrivals
Three from Andre Clouet
Pre-Arrivals
New releases from Envínate
LAST SPLASH OF SUMMER
Save up to 10% on Rose Wines
Close-out Sales
Oui, a selection of discounted French wine!
Collector’s Corner
EXCLUSIVE! 6 library selections from cult producers
New Arrivals
 
Italy
 
“Ar.Pe.Pe, Lombard”
“These wines from Ar.Pe.Pe (an abbreviation of founder Arturo Pelizzatti Perego’s initials) are among the most impressive I tasted… From top to bottom, the wines are deserving of serious attention. The super-traditional style will leave lovers of translucent Nebbiolo weak at the knees… perhaps most importantly, Ar.Pe.Pe shows just how pedigreed the wines of Valtellina can be.”
-Antonio Galloni
 
Ar.Pe.Pe Fiamme Antiche Valtelina Superiore 2017 750ml $59 special, 20 bottles available
Wine Spectator 94 Points “A graceful, mineral-driven red, with seamless integration of the firm, fine-grained tannins and concentrated flavors of ripe raspberry, star anise, Earl Grey and red licorice.
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Vinopolis Newsletter — Wednesday 10/04/2023

Special Arrivals

Sassetti Barolo, Marabino Nero d’Avola, and Villa Crespia
Arrivals
Kelley Fox, Ridge, Domaine des Closiers, Domaine Arlaud, and more!
Pre-Arrival
Screaming Eagle: landing later this month
Staff Pick Winery
Why we love GD Vajra and you should too
Close-out Sales
BIG REDS from Piedmont, Rioja, Oakville, and Walla Walla
Collector’s Corner
Laval at first sight: The glorious Champagnes of Georges Laval
 
Special Arrivals
 
“Azienda Agricola Sassetti Livio Pertimali, Tuscany”
Simply put, without the Sassetti family, Brunello di Montalicino would not be the wine that we know and love today. Livio Sassetti is one of the founding fathers of Brunello and the wines coming off of his “Pertimali” estate define the genre. This is a Grand Cru site in Montalcino and the wines are thrilling whenever you have a chance to taste them.
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Vinopolis Newsletter — Monday 10/02/2023

 In This Newsletter:

Special Arrivals
Beyond the Vale: new wines from Yangarra Estate Vineyard
New Arrivals
Brovia, Renato Ratti, Sassetti, Montille, Heritiers, Villa Crespia, and more!
Re-Arrivals– Last Chance!
Baudana, GD Vajra, and Schaller
Staff Picks
Oregon Favorites
Vintage Report: Saint Cosme
Great reviews out of Gigondas this year
Close-out Sales
Save on top wines from France, Spain, and Germany!
Collector’s Corner
Best in the West: Top Picks from California, Oregon, and Washington
Special Arrivals
 
“Yangarra Estate Vineyard”
 
For over twenty years, Yangarra has been crafting highly acclaimed, single-vineyard estate wines in Australia’s McLaren Vale. Situated on ancient sand dunes, the property has been farmed organically and biodynamically since 2008. Yangarra specializes in Rhône varieties with emphasis on the estate’s bush-vine Grenache.
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Special Feature: Saint Damien Gigondas: October 2023



 
As a thought experiment, could one simply offer the image above and a list of wines and say no more? Is there really any additional detail needed beyond what that kind of portrait and beauty conveys? The phrase, “A picture paints a thousand words” is most incredibly apt when it comes to the region and wines of Gigondas. But detail we shall provide as this is a region (and a remarkable producer) which deserves your attention.

Butting up against the Dentelles de Montmirail, the vineyards of Gigondas are blessed with a collection of diverse limestone and clay soils, sunkissed vines, and remarkable wines. In contrast to their more famous cousin of Châteauneuf du Pape, these reds are darker in tone with more intense structure and slightly rustic edges.
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Vinopolis Newsletter – Wednesday 09/27/2023

 In This Newsletter:

New Arrivals
Soos Creek, The Walls, Barbeito Madeira, and Raul Perez
Special Collector’s Sale– Biondi-Santi
Bottle One Pricing on ALL things Biondi-Santi– ENDS SUNDAY
Staff Picks
Seasonal wines from our table to yours
Featured Winery
Champagne Christophe Mignon
5 Day Sale
Weingut Prinz: From Garage to Greatness– ENDS FRIDAY
Close-out Sales
Save on top wines from France, Spain, and Austria!
New Arrivals

Washington
 
“Soos Creek”
 
“I have pounded the drum for Soos Creek since I first tasted the wines 20 years ago. For those of us who want great value at stupidly great prices, Soos Creek is a treasure.”
— Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast
 
Founded in 1989 by David and Cecile Larsen. David originally started making wine for friends and co-workers in the Boeing Wine Club thanks to inspiring trips to Europe and Napa Valley.
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