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Dueling Defaix Chablis Sale

 
Domaine Bernard Defaix Chablis Grand Cru Bougros 2022 :: Burgundy White

5% off any 3-5 in-stock Daniel-Etienne or Bernard Defaix wines
10% off any 6 or more in-stock Daniel-Etienne or Bernard Defaix wines
Sale ends Wednesday March 26th at 9AM PST

 
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Chablis is the wine that converts Chardonnay skeptics to Chardonnay obsesssors. It’s the gateway from thinking you don’t like richness in white wine to all of a sudden craving that intensity of mouth-fulling flavor in every other glass you have. Chablis is capable of this impact because if its unique energy and wildly distinct flavor profile compared to other Chardonnays. For instance, there’s rarely the observation of oak on wines from Chablis.
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Schafer-Frohlich Sale 3-22-25

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Schafer-Frohlich Sale
Champagne Featurette: Christophe Mignon

 
The Pinnacle of German Quality
 
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Schafer-Frohlich

 
Powerful, mineral-drenched and resolutely bright, Schafer-Frohlich Rieslings are some of the finest white wines in the world, at a fraction of the price of their peers in Burgundy or Alsace. It comes as no surprise that these are some of the most coveted dry Riesling in Germany. Sadly, allocations are tiny and rarely make their way to our shores: Michelin-starred restaurants fight over them and European collectors stash as many in their cellars as possible. Fortunately for us, that didn’t prevent fellow superstar Helmut Dönnhoff from bringing this estate to the attention of the American importer Rudi Wiest.
 
The estate has been family owned and growing winegrapes for over 200 years.
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Magic of Marsannay 3-20-25

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Marsannay Sale
Vinopolis Champagne Featurette: Dehu

 
From the Heights of Burgundy Come the Deepest Values
 
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Marsannay

 
At the very north of the Burgundian region of the Côte de Nuits is the village of Marsannay. Once overlooked in favor of its more famous neighbors, such as Nuits-St-Georges or Gevrey-Chambertin, interest in Marsannay has grown in recent years. Underrated for historical reasons, the increasing temperatures due to climate change and also increasing prices on Burgundies has led to renewed interested. As the temperatures warm, these wines are achieving more weight and impact, making Marsannay great source for value without sacrificing complexity.
 
Though Pinot Noir is by far the most common variety, Chardonnay is also produced.
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Rioja Sale 3-19-25

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Rioja Sale
Champagne Featurette: Andre Clouet

 
What’s Spanish for Delicious?
 
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Rioja

 
Rioja, Spain’s most renowned wine region, offers bold and layered wines based on Tempranillo and Garnacha. Wineries are well-known for their long love-affair with French and American oak barriques, which impart signature accents to these deeply impressive reds.
 
There are ample options to choose from amongst our in-stock selections, from budget-friendly to cellar star. We offer releases from some of the region’s oldest producers, including Remelluri (founded in the 14th century), and most notable producers, such as Lopez de Heredia.
 
You’ll find wineries with cult and popular followings, such as Marques de Murrieta and La Rioja Alta. Here too are picks from long-time favorites at the shop, such as Muga, and new and exciting pairings such as Benjamin de Rothschild & Vega Sicilia’s Macán.
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Italian Magnum Sale 3-18-25

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Italian Magnums Sale
Champagne Featurette: A. Margaine

 
The Big Bold Italian Magnum Sale
 
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It’s time for one of our favorite sales events: Italian magnums are on our three-day sale! With picks from Produttori del Barbaresco, Felsina, Cavallotto, Isole e Olena, and more, you’re sure to find the perfect Italian magnum for your party.
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock Italian magnums and/or large format
10% off any 6 or more in-stock Italian magnums and/or large format

 
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Sale ends Friday, March 21st at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer thirty in-stock Italian Magnums options on sale now, including:
 
Benanti Serra della Contessa ‘Particella No.
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