Medium, slightly transparent ruby red color. Aromas of sour cherries, sweet cherries, raspberry, blackcurrant, undergrowth and a subtle hint of gunpowder. Juicy, clear, sophisticated; ripe, agile acidity with well-integrated tannins.... Read More
Ripe and fresh, with a touch of tropical fruit, graphite minerality, and well-integrated, moderate oak influence. Balanced acidity and medium body, long finish.
Beautiful expression, energetic, precise, great balance of fruit and minerality, lighter end of medium bodied, bright acidity, white florals, chopped herbs, acacia,
Luigi Pira Barolo Serralunga is a garnet red color with orange reflections. The nose reveals a classic Barolo, fresh and elegant in its notes of leather, hay, earth and spices. On the palate it is round, well balanced between... Read More
For lack or better description, Burgundy in color. Ether like aromas of cherry, earth, and tea. A brisk acidity and lingering fine finish. Grown amongst the coast and redwoods of Santa Cruz. A sophisticated wine.
Phenix comes from Fleurie’s best sites: Poncié, La Madone, and Les Déduits. The higher altitude parcels comprise sandy granite, while the lower slopes are sandy clay with pink granite and are the secret to... Read More
A deep ruby red in color, this LBV immediately reveals aromas of fresh black fruits such as blackberry and blackcurrant, followed by cherries, and displays a fine maturity. The palate develops complex flavors, amongst which cocoa... Read More
A profoundly perfumed and light red wine, bordering on rosé on account of Poulsard’s thin skins and the age of these vines making that skin even thinner. Strawberry, morello cherry, and raspberry notes, with a hint... Read More
Plush and dark yet at the same time fresh and tangy. The wine balances rich dark black and red fruit with a core of balsamic and complex earth notes. Aglianico is a deeper, darker grape, but the natural farming that brings us... Read More
Tocai Friulano ‘Slatnik’ is a textured and aromatic Chardonnay blend rounded out with 20% Tokai. Flavors of yellow fruit, melon rind, and rain-soaked rocks dominate this exquisite... Read More
A rich and very creamy wine with vanilla and toasted oak. Very flavorful, rich and beautiful. Full body, round tannins and a delicious finish. Decadent. Traditional Rioja style.
Exotic nose with notes of mango, honey and spices. Ample, almost mellow, mouthfeel, balanced on the edge by a slight sparkle of acidity. Spicy yet smooth finish.
With a composition of 75% Merlot, 25% Pignolo, RS19 Rosso is rich yet fresh. An intense volatile bouquet, with hints of wild berries, sweet spices, herbs and coffee, animates an intense, vibrant, juicy, fresh taste with well-structured... Read More
With a tight core of saline terroir enveloped within ripe medium bodied fruit, this Chenin Blanc delivers a focused example of Thibaud’s style of ripe fruit matched with elegance and precision.
Aromas of tart lemon zest, toasted coconut, roasted almonds, sour green olives, cardamom, yellow flowers and sweet marzipan. Suspend all expectations of “Chardonnay-ness.” The startling bouquet of tropical, spicy and... Read More
Faccia Brutto Carciofo is an Italian-style amaro liqueur from Faccia Brutto Spirits that is made with artichokes, a blend of 19 herbs and botanicals, and a neutral grain spirit. It is known for its bitter and complex flavor profile,... Read More
An exceptional wine of deep amber brown color and incredible length and delineation of flavor. The finish is expressive of coffee and caramel with a round, silky texture.
In the Langhe dialect, Sori indicates a particularly favorable winegrowing microclimate, and the 1.2-hectare Sori Cristina channels its ideal terroir into a wonderfully floral, full-bodied Dolcetto. Cherry and peach join with... Read More
The limesstone soil of Watson Vineyard is extremely rare on the North Coast and lends itself perfectly to growing world class Chardonnay. This soil coupled with organic farming techniques and cool windy conditions give this parcel... Read More
The Bourdy Jura Rouge is a blend of Pinot Noir, Trousseau and Poulsard from high elevation alpine vineyards with various exposures. This wine really takes the drinker to its place of origin. Little red flowers, sweet herbs, perfume,... Read More
Blackberry, black plum, and cassis. Plush on the entry and midpalate with tones of espresso, smoked herbs, and raw chocolate, the wine also shows off notes of fire-roasted pepper and tobacco within its voluminous mouthfeel and... Read More
Aged for 4 years in barrel without being topped up before bottling. This is a “baby Vin Jaune” according to Jean Francois. Powerful aromatics and richness. Nutty, appley, spiced.
Light ruby color. The nose is soft and fragrant with red berry fruit and floral aromas. The palate is elegant and harmonious with flavors of raspberry, pine needles and spice. Medium-bodied, clean, chalky tannins with an impeccable... Read More
Dark red color with violet shiny tones. A very complex and elegant wine with aromas of wild black berries, black cherries, liquorice and floral aromas. Perfectly balanced with a great structure, round and elegant finish.... Read More
Concentrated notes of blackberries and raspberries with hints of orange zest and herbs. The rich and juicy palate is balanced by fresh acidity and silky tannins. Aged for 14 months in 25% new French oak, 25% terra cotta Amphora,... Read More
Brambly berries, leather, cedar, dried herbs. With no new oak influence, this wine is a transparent taste of beautiful coastal mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ... Outward's ode to the old-school Cabs of California.
Frank Cornelissen Munjebel Rosso is a red natural wine from Sicily made from Nerello Mascalese organic grapes from old vines - over 60 years old. The grapes are destemmed, gently pressed, the must is fermented spontaneously with... Read More
An innovative, contemporary expression of semi-dry marsala wine where the most fruity and delicate notes of the grape have been preserved thanks to cold vinification and avoiding any contact with oxigen during the aging period.... Read More
Showing aromas of cherry, cranberry, wild blueberry, and red plum with hints of pink peppercorn and bergamot, the medley is bright and cheerful. The beautifully textured palate shows loads of juicy red and black cherry, blood... Read More
Dry and lean with some more traditional notes of green apple and citrus upon opening, this wine goes through a metamorphosis the longer it’s exposed to air - green apple notes give way to baked apple, and citrus notes mellow... Read More
Golden yellow color. Fine, fresh and elegant nose of pear and hay, toasted bread with melted butter, spicy notes of tobacco, vanilla and frankincense. On the palate, it balances mineral notes with considerable weight and richness.... Read More
50% Cabernet and 50% Merlot with aging both in used oak and in concrete eggs. ...a joyous, vibrant bouquet of blackberry and cedar with fragrant touches of iris petal says Neal Martin in Vinous. A delightful Bordeaux for current... Read More
On the nose it begins frank and intense, with notes of white fruit, oak wood and citrus. On the palate, the dominant taste forms from grape and grapefruit, resulting in a beautiful blend of sophistication and freshness. The color... Read More
Bone-dry and wonderfully aromatic, it offers a delicate mousse and compelling notes of grapefruit and green apple with hints of smoke, toast, and savory spice dancing over a stony mineral core. Incredibly refined and complex yet... Read More
This wine consistently delivers one of the greatest values to be found in Italian wine. The G.D. Vajra 2018 Barolo Albe has all its cards in play as an immediately enjoyable and extremely food-friendly Nebbiolo. This really is... Read More
Ripe red cherry and pomegranate aromas with a hint of earthiness and floral overtones followed on the palate by tangy red fruits, prominent acidity and velvety grip on the cheeks. The long finish is succulent, earthy and minerally,... Read More
From 50-60-year-old vines in the Enkers part of the vineyard. It shows a finely aromatic and attractive nose of yellow peach, greengage, herbs, thyme, mint, and almond. The wine is intense and tight on the palate, with still quite... Read More
“La Montagne” refers to the elevated position of the vineyards, which gives the wine a particular light and lifted freshness and minerality. A pretty, ripe fruited wine with a hint of spices, all in perfect balance.... Read More
The Fleurie 'L'Alchimiste' entices with an aromatic nose of red berries, floral notes, and a hint of spice. The palate enjoys a lively and vibrant attack, as flavors of cherry, raspberry, and subtle earthy undertones... Read More
County Line Chardonnay unfurls with a delicate roundness, offering notes of lemon curd, golden delicious apple, acacia honey, and jasmine blossom. A hint of flintiness coupled with lean acidity quenches the palate, and lends a... Read More
There are subtle notes of smoky and citrus in the nose.Your first sip will deliver fresh agave, ripe citrus and floral notes that harmoniously linger. The finish will present a light smoke and bright agave notes.... Read More
Aromas of mixed berries, strawberry liqueur and raspberry, cinnamon and pepper spices with a touch of liquorice. The mouth has a soft, tender attack, supported by pleasing tannins, a lot of structure and a healthy vivacity.... Read More
Citrus-driven notes, with a sprinkling of yellow apples and pineapples. On the palate, the wine has refreshing minerality, a touch of well-integrated oakiness, and crunchy pears.
A great crémant, which marries three Pinots. Noir, Blanc, and Auxerrois, is so spirited, so complex, you’ll want to invent occasions to celebrate. It’s racy, slightly toasty, and wildly three-dimensional, like... Read More
Razor-edged and mineral to the core. From a high, breezy site over fractured grey slate, this is Falkenstein in its most linear, crystalline form. Salt and citrus pith, with a cool green edge. Feels like standing barefoot on wet... Read More
A harmonious balance of fruit and earth, County Line Pinot Noir opens with notes of raspberry compote, strawberry rhubarb pie, wild sage and dried clove. Rounded tannins further accentuate the bright berry flavors and warm spice... Read More
From vines planted in the 1950s in the upper part of the vineyard and was fermented to off-dry levels of residual sugar. It delivers a beautifully pure, fresh, and enticing nose of bergamot, lime, cassis, smoke, fine spices, and... Read More
The Sandri Rosanna 2022 Langhe Nebbiolo DOC Botero is an authentic expression of the Piedmontese territory, a still red wine that embodies the tradition and sophistication of this renowned wine region. This Nebbiolo comes from... Read More
Bright, floral and very expressive and only improves as it opens. Vibrant red/purple fruits, mint, spices and salty accents emerge with time. Le Cinciole's Chianti Classico is once again one of the appellation's most distinctive... Read More
On the nose you’re welcomed by delicate notes of fern, sage, honeysuckle, dried mint and ginger. These open into soft peach flesh and apricot notes with a lime-zest edge. Rarely do we smell such delightful, inviting noses... Read More
Deep ruby red, tending towards garnet with age. Opening with scents of red fruit, the bouquet evolves to become reminiscent of unsweetened cocoa, coffee and spices. Full-bodied and structured on the palate, dry and persistent.... Read More
Pure, mineral expression of Chardonnay delivers crushed stones, hints of chalk, and laser cut precision. Made from grapes grown on 40-50+ year old vines.
A bouquet of red fruits. Cherry and raspberry, mingling with subtle floral notes. There is also a hint of spice, adding complexity to the aromatic profile. On the palate, this wine is pure poetry. The Pinot Noir grapes have been... Read More
Perfumed, with subtle cherry, cranberry and strawberry aromas and a hint of peaches. Medium-bodied with brightness and freshness. Vivid, lively, crunchy and fresh. Always excellent and super drinkable.
Expressive of cassis and dark cherries with a terrific mineral content and good acidity for structure. Its style is rustic, earthy, with hints of orange zest and deep, dark cherry flavor. The tannins are soft, but present, and... Read More
Regal, opulent, and commanding—the finest perfumer in all of France couldn’t craft a more stunning scent. Deeply golden, almost coppery in color, this Gewurztraminer should be served with something extra-spicy, or... Read More
This natty rosato has delightful bright red fruit with a refreshing, slightly peppery twang. It drinks more like a light red with a hint of spritz and a lot of funky character.
This wine sees skin contact for texture and territorial... Read More
A vibrant nose with a slight pyrazine complexity. This melts over the palate in fine style – fluid, melting, mouth-watering in style. That’s simply a very excellent wine.
A brilliant ruby red shade with notes of wild strawberry, rose petal, and a touch of tomato skin. Similar notes continue onto the palate with a light structure and mouthwatering, bright acidity.
Aromas of blackberries, blueberries, and earth turn to a palate that is intensely juicy and structured. Flavors of red plum and lingonberry are layered with woodsy herbs and bay leaf. Aged for 6 months in large used Austrian oak... Read More
Rich bouquet of crushed plums, sage and balsamic spice. It's pure energy on the palate, silky yet sleek with racy acidity and depths of crisp wild berry fruits, underpinned by tactile minerals and hints of tangerine. It leaves... Read More
Medium ruby-purple color and scents of cranberry, raspberry and blueberry with pure wafts of tea leaves and violet. The light-bodied palate is delicate, bright and chalky with a core of perfumed fruit and an ethereal, lifted finish.... Read More
Moderately saturated ruby color leads into aromas of red cherry, black plum, apple skin and cinnamon. Lithe and textured, and a pure pleasure to drink. Refined tannins and acids keep this gulpable blend balanced and inviting.... Read More
Aromas of crushed raspberries, black cherries, orange peel, purple flowers, pomegranate, rose petals, river rocks, forest floor, and subtle spices. The palate is smooth and supple with fine-grained tannins.
Dark and inky, with crunchy tannin. Aromas and flavors of dark plum, fig preserves, blackberry, blueberry, damp earth, and violet. Drinking wonderfully now, this will continue to come together over the next decade or more. A perfect... Read More
Stemming from the Korean root words hwa and ju, HWAJU can translate to both flower wine and fire water. Naturally fermented, unfiltered rice wine made with organic rice and infused with hydrangea and crysanthemum flowers. Inspired... Read More
Sweet spices conceal an edgy undercurrent, making this Pinot Gris both versatile and alluring. You’ll note an undeniable whiff of something savory, but it’s the bright orchard fruit and steely minerality that stand... Read More
Ayler has been a regular guest on wine lists in German restaurants since the 1920s and was described in a charming way with the attributes: “natural, flowery, spicy, demanding”. This description has not lost any of... Read More
Dark and ample, with gorgeous energy, it offers up an exotic mélange of dark plum, cedar, spice, new leather, licorice and rose petal. The 2023 is wonderfully deep and expressive. In most cases, the Sandlands wines can... Read More
The Chasselas grape—a specialty of Switzerland, where it represents the most commonly planted white variety and is responsible for some truly spectacular wines—also has a small Alsatian stronghold, with roughly one... Read More
The inaugural vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon is exclusively sourced from the stony, serpentine block 46B of the Santa Ynez Vineyard, tucked into the easternmost reaches of the Happy Canyon AVA. This 170 acre vineyard - planted... Read More
Arianna takes a lighter touch, aiming for aromatics and detail over power and quantity. Zibibbo gives a huge aromatic presence, with rose blossom, lily and pithy citrus zest jumping out of the glass. The texture is rich and a... Read More
A vibrant blend of Menu Pineau, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc grown on Herve's estate that spends 24 months on the lees. It's elegant, creamy and flavorful with the herbal, almond and citrus notes of Menu Pineau with the... Read More
Light to medium bodied and dry with notes of star fruit and white peach, tart strawberry, red plum, and raspberry, savory undertones and hints of toast and orange citrus, balanced chalky minerality, and medium plus acid.... Read More
The Wonderland Project was founded in 2010 by wine broker and former sommelier, Matt Ahern with the help of pedigreed Sonoma grape growers. The Wonderland Project produces Sonoma County Appellation Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from... Read More
Earthy and refined, it bursts with red and black cherries, blood orange, and warming spices like cardamom and cloves, balanced by smoky, mineral undertones. Medium-bodied with silky tannins and a tangy, soil-driven finish.... Read More
This wine exhibits a balance of stonefruit and foral aromatics with zippy acidity and a subtle creaminess. It is juicy, mineral, a little bit saline and shows some savory notes on the finish. Intense on the palate but not heavy... Read More
Pretty scents of quince, poached pear, spring honey, chalk and roasted almonds. The medium-bodied palate is satiny, savory and expansive with dynamic flavor layers and a very long finish.
This is a very delicate expression of California Cabernet, with mild tannins in the background from the small berries. There is also a mineral core to this wine, a common thread that you’ll find in many of the wines from... Read More
A beautiful intense pink color, almost pomegranate, unfiltered. On the nose it has hints of fresh fruit, strawberry, raspberry and watermelon. The palate is fresh and pleasantly drinkable, the bubbles are very delicate, bright... Read More
The Uccelliera Rosso is highly limited in production, featuring an unusually powerful nose. Aromas of crunchy dark cherries and black currants, compounded by smoke and tobacco notes. Pure and unctuous in the mouth with loads of... Read More
A lean ruby appearance and a very punchy bouquet with wild rose, blood orange and crushed peppercorn. The aromas are offbeat for sure, but the wine's intensity is delicately measured against its streamlined texture. Winemaking... Read More
A fresh and elegant sparkling rosé. Underripe strawberry and white flowers on the nose, cherry blossom, delicate red fruits on the palate with a crisp mineral finish.
Aromas of ripe raspberry, strawberry and red currant with hints of rose and blood orange. The palate is fresh and creamy with raspberry and tart strawberry with a nice mineral kick and sappy fruit in the refreshing finish. 50%... Read More
This bright and vibrant Cabernet harkens back to old school California wines with its lower alcohol level and joyful freshness. Medium-bodied and spry, with high-toned red and blue fruit aromatics backed by a deliciously energetic... Read More
The nose is a combo of dark fruits and chocolate with notes of plum and black currants, elegant and full with a fresh balsamic finish given by the Sangiovese. A dense and powerful wine with ripe tannins, juicy and rich with a... Read More
Bright and pure, exuding blackberry, blueberry and floral flavors allied to a smooth profile. Solid, with mouthwatering acidity lending freshness throughout. Shows fine length.
Boxler’s Edelzwicker Réserve is especially magical: it vividly captures the conviviality and flavors of harvest—of grapes as well as fleshy orchard fruit—and is also a match made in heaven for so much... Read More
This grenache rosé is intentional direct-to-press, Provençal-inspired rosé: crisp and mineral-driven while delivering vibrant fruit aromas. Notes of pink lemonade and rose petals all waft from the glass while... Read More
Pale ruby clarete displaying wild strawberry, sour cherry, and orange peel aromatics with herbal undertones. The palate shows juicy lightness with vibrant acidity, mineral depth, and a dry, slightly saline finish. Garnacha varieties... Read More
An incredibly unique blend of equal parts Cabernet and Syrah from one of the best up and coming California wineries. A beautiful blend of red and black fruit notes, with great freshness and length. This wine is exclusive to CT... Read More
Classical Oregon Pinot noir characteristics of bramble fruit (think raspberries and blackberries), smoky leather, wet rocks, and mushroomy earthiness. Aged in predominantly neutral oak barrels to let the fruit shine.
Fine bubbles and pale yellow with green hues. White fruit aromas with delicate citrus and green almond notes. On the palate, light and fresh: real expression of the white fruit aromas. Given its aging over the lies, we can perceive... Read More
It's incredibly rare we find a single varietal Pinot Meunier, typically a blending grape in Champagne. It's even more rare to find it as as a full red in Oregon of all places. With that being said, we are incredibly happy... Read More
A traditionally styled rice wine made in Greenpoint. Alice Jun based this takju on her family's recipe, and it is made from organic rice, nuruk fermentation starter, and filtered water. Dry and full-bodied, this creamy sool... Read More
Le Bisou (the smooch), from the Loire geniuses Mosse family, is a one of a kind blend of Grolleau Noir, Pineau d'Aunis, Côt (Malbec), Grolleau Gris and Gamay. A delicious light red, fruity and spicy. Like kisses from... Read More
The wine is made up 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Fermentation occurs with indigenous yeast, maturing in small, cement vats, bottled without filtration after 12 months. The aromatic bouquet reveals... Read More
The wine is medium bodied, initially fruit forward on the nose with notes of black cherry, blackberry preserves, and black peppercorn. The palate is fleshy but structured by limestone minerality and vibrant acidity. Approachable... Read More
Though Cadette is based in the far north of Burgundy, they source fruit from the southern end for this beautiful expression of crisp, mineral-driven Chardonnay. A terrific value sure to please fans of Chablis.
A fresh and energetic style, displaying fresh raspberry and cherry flavors with zesty mineral overtones. The palate consists of bitter cherry and red berry flavors. Juicy acidity lifts the fruit and carries it through a long,... Read More
Bright and charming, the 2021 Morgon Corcelette bursts with aromas of plums, raspberries, rose petals, vine smoke and loamy soil. Medium to full-bodied, ample and satiny, with bright acids and melting tannins, it’s another... Read More
The bouquet still shows plenty of lovely fruit, albeit, beginning its retreat, but still offering up scents of apple, quince, fresh lime, a fine base of soil tones, citrus peel, dried flowers and incipient notes of beeswax. On... Read More
This is Alto Piemonte in miniature: high-altitude aromatics, volcanic soil tension, and a thrilling mineral backbone, yet it drinks with a generosity and polish that invites glass after glass. You could spend twice as much and... Read More
The last in the trio of single-vineyard village-designated Mâcon wines offered by the Domaine Cheveau, this cuvée is the most elegant and complex of the three. A vibrant, precise wine with excellent minerality and... Read More
Medium-depth, cherry red, with a clean, bright orange rim. Its nose is intense, with dominating ripe fruit and strawberry jam rounding off the background notes of cocoa, vanilla, caramel, and smoke from oak ageing. A pleasant... Read More