France
A-F Gros 2021 Vosne Romanee Chalandins
$264.99Aromatically lifted notions of pink and purple petals splash out of the glass. On the palate the wine offers an exotic, velvety, and rich style, true to the appellation. Overall the wine is luscious, powerful, and expressive with a very specific finesse that the domaine is iconic for. Drink now through 2040.
Fauvin 2019/22 Chenas Tradition
$31.99Nathalie, the winemaker and owner, is an ambassador for her region and its’ winemaking tradition. She single-handedly runs a museum, bed and breakfast, and the winery. Her wines are elegant, yet powerful.
Moulin Blanc 2019 Montagne Saint Emilion
$34.9990% Merlot | 10% Cabernet Franc
From a certified organic, 60 years old, single-vineyard comes this excellent value 2019 Bordeaux.
An understated but pure bouquet with red cherries and violet aromas in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp acidity, finishing with fine, chewy tannins. Just over 2,000 cases produced!
Chatelet 2018 Moulin A Vent
$33.99A bold and structured Cru Beaujolais, offering aromas of dark cherries, ripe plums, and blackberries, with earthy undertones of forest floor and spices like black pepper and cloves. On the palate, it delivers rich dark fruit flavors, firm tannins, and a robust, mineral-driven backbone, balanced by refreshing acidity. The wine has a long, lingering finish with hints of spice and savory herbs, making it a complex and age-worthy expression of Gamay.
Vaudon Vs Cognac
$93.9990 Points Wine Enthusiast: “The aroma mingles oak with hints of baked apple and almond. The lively palate opens with allspice and dried apricot, plus a mild floral exhale. The finish is warmed with plenty of brisk baking spice.”
Sainte Anne 2022 Cotes Du Rhone Villages
$32.99In a hidden gem of the Cotes-du-Rhone Villages, Saint-Gervais, winemaker Guy Steinmaier channels his Burgundy roots into this classic, Grenache-forward Rhône blend. Set just northwest of Tavel and Lirac, Saint-Gervais sits along the same latitude as renowned Gigondas, yielding a wine brimming with concentrated currant, plum, and red raspberry preserves, complemented by white pepper and subtle mineral and earthy tones.
This vibrant, traditional expression pairs beautifully with slow-cooked lamb stew with apricots and warm spices or a spiced lentil and roasted red pepper curry with coconut milk and cumin.
Sohler Philippe 2019 Riesling
$36.99A bright and aromatic Riesling showing lifted notes of lime zest, green apple, and white peach layered with subtle floral tones and a hint of wet stone. The palate is light- to medium-bodied with crisp, mouth-watering acidity and a pure core of citrus and orchard fruit carried by a gentle mineral drive. Clean and focused on the finish, with lingering lemon, green apple, and a stony freshness that keeps it precise and refreshing.
Pillot 2023 Bourgogne Rouge
$42.99Vibrant aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry, and red currant, accented by hints of liquorice and a touch of earthy minerality. On the palate, it delivers juicy red fruit flavors, balanced by lively acidity and supple tannins, with a subtle spice and herbaceous undertone. The finish is smooth and lingering, showcasing the wine’s fresh, approachable character and classic Burgundy elegance.
