An elegant, smooth, refined and well-rounded palate with a slight sweetness, and also a certain bitterness. An elegant and citrus fruit finish ensures freshness and a superb aftertaste giving this vermouth a gourmet touch. Vermouth made from a unique infusion of aromatic herbs and aged in the barrel before bottling.
White
Domaine Sainte-Anne Cotes du Rhone Blanc 2023
$33.99Vibrant and refreshing. The nose displays an enticing bouquet of lemon and grapefruit, with subtle floral notes and a hint of minerality. Crisp and zesty on the palate, citrus flavors shine bright with notes of lemon, lime, and grapefruit, along with hints of peach and apricot. A mineral undertone provides a nice balance and complexity.
Its bright acidity and fruit-forward character make it a refreshing pair with seafood dishes.
Antonio Scala 2021/22 Ciro Bianco
$36.99100% Greco, from a 2 hectare vineyard located in Cirò (Crotone district). Spicy, fresh aromas of peach, quince and honeysuckle hold much allure. The palate is white spice, salty, fresh and focused. This is an irresistible example of the native Greco grape.
“I think greco bianco (unrelated to Campania’s greco di Tufo) is potentially one of Italy’s best native grape varieties.” – Ian d’Agata
Li Veli 2023 Torremossa Fiano
$34.99CERTIFIED ORGANIC
Deliciously fruity on the nose, with aromas of mild citrus and pear. The unique, aromatic character continues on the palate, with fresh fruit and lively acidity combining with mineral notes to leave a very round yet firm impression.
Baumard 2023 La Caleche
$37.99Low yields, hand harvesting and farmed according to organic principles. 9 months in vats on fine lees.
Aromas of pears, lemons, peaches and honey with floral and mineral hints. Great tension on the palate, which is pure with persistence and incredible precision. An easy wine to drink with well-balanced acidity and great structure.
Lapeyre 2019 Jurancon Sec
$36.99100% late-harvested Gros Manseng.
Dried apricot, peach and vanilla on the nose, along with a floral note. Hints of citrus fruit and toast in the mouth. Medium body with a long, clean finish.
La Rivolta 2022 Coda Di Volpe Taburno
$44.9993 pts – “Peach, apricot and minerals on the deep, complex nose. Then rich, dense and tactile, with flavors similar to the aromas on the long, ripe, stony finish. Another smashingly good Coda di Volpe wine by La Rivolta, an estate that has a real knack for this variety and a long history of making outstanding wines with it.”
– Ian d’Agata (Vinous)
Reverdito 2023 Langhe Nascetta
$39.99A rich floral bouquet with notes of yellow apple, white peach and grapefruit. Rich and persistent on the palate with good acidity and freshness.
Don Quintin Ortega 2021 Rioja Blanco
$39.9980-year-old vines: 90% Viura, 5% Garnacha Blanca, 5% Malvasia
A fruit bouquet dominates the nose tempered with spicy notes of barrique. The palate is rich yet nuanced, with well-balanced acidity.
93 Points – Tim Atkin
Sohler Philippe 2020 Gewurztraminer
$39.99Seductively sweet with lychee notes. Fruit forward while being long and expressive on the palate. Understatedly fresh and delicate.
Champalou 2022 Vouvray Sec
$46.99A delicate straw yellow in colour. Aromas of green apples and quince. Dry, supple and elegant on the palate with further green fruit notes. The crisp finish makes this an ideal food wine. Try with a wild rice salad, escalopes of pork with a fennel and green bean salad or with a simple grilled trout.
Pazo De San Mauro 2021 Albarino
$39.9991 Points – Wine Enthusiast (2021 Vintage): Aromas of grapefruit, yuzu and chopped parsley prepare the palate for flavors of lemon-lime, pineapple, white chocolate and almond blossom. This wine is soft in the mouth and offers a long, zesty finish. – Mike DeSimone
Characterized by a high aromatic intensity with an expressive, fresh and very fruity bouquet. It offers clearly defined varietal aromas of green apple and citric scents and presents plenty of minerality and vivacity on the palate, with hints of lemon, grapefruit and apple, a silky sensation and a persistent finish. An especially Atlantic style vintage, very mineral and refreshing.
Pelle 2019 Menetou- Salon Morogues
$49.99Made from several parcels in the village of Morogues. Practicing organic, soils are plowed and completely hand-harvested. Aged in a combo of 70% tank and 30% wood (foudres and used 400L barrels) and for 11 months.
A classic style that is released ready to drink. Quite aromatic on the nose with a rich and powerful palate, quite full bodied for a Sauvignon Blanc and makes a great alternative to Sancerre.
Gaintza Aitako 2019 Getariako Txakolina
$44.9985% Hondarrabi Zuri, 15% Chardonnay
Fully hand-harvested. Fermentation is mostly in stainless steel at low temperatures to preserve aromas, using natural yeasts. Apple and pineapple aromas. Fresh and mineral with good body, roundness and balance.