a few faves from our vast selection
We’ve tasted and tested wines from around the globe and shared the best with friends and clients.
Now we want to share it with you.
Our selections change every month, are always seasonally appropriate and you’ll never get the same bottle twice.
GOOD
Remarkable bang for the buck. Wine for everyday moments that will leave you smiling (and your friends very impressed).
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Due Torri PNDue Torri PNThe conditions in northern Italy are just right for this thin-skinned grape that prefers cool over the intense heat found in central and southern Italy. Fresh and light this is full of bright cherry flavors that pairs nicely with a variety of casual food.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Trevenezie, Italy
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El Cortijillo RojoEl Cortijillo Rojo"Up front aromas of raspberry and cherry fruit, medium to light weight, Rhone wine in character; cherry fruit flavors, followed by bright acidity. Reminds one of a mythical cross between a Pinot Noir and a Cotes du Rhone." A pleasant and fun bistro red. Pair with burger or grilled mushroom.
Grape • Tempranillo
Place • La Mancha, Spain
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Reino de AltuzarraReino de AltuzarraThis deliciously fun red is made with a grape associated with France and California more than it is Spain however it does surprisingly well in Spain's "cooler" climate in the north. Full-bodied and expansive this has layers of fig, cherry preserves, and leather. Pair with cottage pie.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Navarra, Spain
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Domaine de la FruitièreDomaine de la FruitièreThe Loire valley is home to a diverse number of wines that stretch along the twisting 600 mile-long Loire River. The Lieubeau family works with chardonnay here, not usually found in Muscadet. Their attentiveness coaxes expressions of melon, spice and minerality from it. Pairs marvelously with shellfish.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Loire, France
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Excelsior SBExcelsior SB"The picturesque Robertson Valley is nestled in the shadow of the majestic Langeberg mountains, close to the Breede (“Broad”) River. Yellow-green color. The nose is complex with passion fruit, grapefruit and ripe fig aromas. The palate is fruity with a zesty acidity."
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
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¡buenas! Viura¡buenas! ViuraWines from this windy plain, or "meseta" in Spanish, come from the important agricultural area Castilla-La Mancha. Light and lively this wine reflects capturing the sun in each bottle with notes of pear, wild flower and grapefruit. Serve as a sipper at social events or pair with tacos.
Grape • Viura
Place • Castilla-La Mancha
FYI • Buenas is a casual greeting used at social gatherings. -
La SaletteLa SaletteDomaine de Salette is a family owned and operated winery that has been producing wine since 1971. The estate is located near the town of Condom. Crisp, clean and zesty in the mouth, it offers delicate flavors of citrus fruit and grapefruit. Perfect as an aperitif or with shrimp or similar appetizers.
Grape • Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Gros Manseng.
Place • Gascony, France
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Jean Beauvillon Val de LoireJean Beauvillon Val de LoireSourced from grapes that are near Sancerre but just outside the classification zone means this wine is a lot of bang for the buck. Racy and vibrant bursting with notes or minerality and citrus. Pairs well with fish or served as an aperitif.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
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Alain de la Treille PNAlain de la Treille PN"Alain de Treille creates diverse and delicate wines on the most prestigious vineyards with the same passion and aim: Offering the best expression of the French Terroir." Bright notes of cherry shine through. Pairs well with goat cheese or as an aperitif.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Loire Valley, France
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Santa Luz ChardonnaySanta Luz ChardonnayChile is an important wine producer most often associated with it's red wines. This lightly oaked showing from Santa Luz has wonderful notes of tropical fruits that make it a perfect pairing with grilled Mahi Mahi and pineapple.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Central Valley, Chile
FYI • The winery is about an hour from Santiago.
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Gooder®
Kick things up a notch with wines that have a touch of pedigree. Better vineyard sites equals better vino. A “making dinner for a second date” kind of wine.
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AdoradaAdoradaInspired by the seasons of California, wine maker Margaret Leonardi wanted to capture summer in a bottle. With notes of watermelon and honeysuckle and a kiss of rose this is as close as you'll get. Drinks well on it's own or with Caprese salad.
Grape • Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir
Place • Sonoma, California
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Ch. Jean Faux Les SourcesCh. Jean Faux Les Sources"The modern era for Jean Faux began in 2002, when the property was purchased by Pascal Collotte, a former Saury barrel cooper. Since 2011, the property now farms using only 100% biodynamic practices." Bright red fruit notes up front with a hint of leather on the finish. Pair with peppered duck breast.
Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Place • Bordeaux, France
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Micro-Cosme BlancMicro-Cosme BlancChâteau de Saint Cosme is the leading estate of Gigondas and produces the benchmark wines of the appellation. The property has been in the hands of the Barruol family since 1490. Notes of lemon, grapefruit, boxwood, elderflower and mango. Pair with ceviche or a garden salad.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Wine was previously known as St. James Basket Press. -
Dom. de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone RoseDom. de la Mordoree Cotes du Rhone Rose"In 1986, brothers Christophe and Fabrice Delorme, along with their father Francis bought land in Tavel. Ideally located at the crossroads of Provence and Languedoc, Mordorée produces some of the finest wines in the Rhone Valley." Notes of red berry this pairs well with Asian dishes, pizza, and fish.
Grape • Grenache
Place • Rhone Valley, France
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Clos Marie Pic St. Loup "L'Olivette"Clos Marie Pic St. Loup "L'Olivette"The steady hands of winemaker Christophe Peyrus have made this one of, if not the best, winery in the appelation. Hand-harvested, slow fermentation, and indigenous yeasts makes a big difference. This lively showing with layers of blackberry and herbs pairs well with lamb and rosemary.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
Place • Languedoc, France
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La CatturaLa CatturaThe grape Teroldego is most often found well north of Venice in the Dolomites. It has gained in popularity in the warmer Tuscan region mainly because of its beautiful aromatics. Notes of plum and cocoa. Pairs well with eggplant parmagiana.
Grape • Teroldego, Syrah
Place • Tuscany, Italy
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Pierre Chermette BeaujolaisPierre Chermette BeaujolaisThis is exactly how nouveau should taste. Not the insufferable bulk wine released in late November each year but this tantalizing offering from the Chermette family. Balanced acidity that is driven forward with bright cherry flavors and a hint of kitchen spice. Pairs with virtually any food.
Grape • Gamay
Place • Beaujolais, France
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Dom. Pavillon de Chavannes "Ambassades"Dom. Pavillon de Chavannes "Ambassades"This winery, in the family since 1861, is managed by the lovely couple Paul and Betty Jambon. In addition to the burst of fruitiness one expects from this classic-Beaujolais, there is also a pronounced minerality influenced by the region's blue granite. Serve with grilled tuna or bean and ham stew.
Grape • Gamay
Place • Beaujolais, France
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La Valentina SpeltLa Valentina SpeltAlthough this area appears centrally located within Italy, from a cultural and historical standpoint it is considered southern. Some time in Slovenian oak helps bring out notes of truffles, plump, and kitchen spice. This wine is paired nicely with the regional sheep dish known as arrosticini.
Grape • Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Place • Abruzzo, Italy
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Piedras MagicasPiedras MagicasIn 1949 Don Fernando Orueta Ruiz de Eguiláz made the first harvest in his first vineyard and winery in Chile. Located about 15 miles from the ocean the cooling winds help protect the grapes from intense heat. Notes of plum and violet this pairs well with grilled squid or blackened chicken.
Grape • Carignan
Place • Licanten, Chile
FYI • Piedras Magicas means "magic stones."
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Goodest®
These wines are about as good as it gets. Pampered grapes, outstanding vineyards, impeccable winemaking. A level of wine that can cellar for several years.
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Pascal and Nicolas Reverdy Sancerre RosePascal and Nicolas Reverdy Sancerre RoseTwo brothers started this winery on a shoestring budget in 1995 and it is still in the family despite the tragic loss of Nicolas. The fossilized soil is part of the magic, known as Terres Blanches. Extremely complex. Look for layers of mandarin, red currant, and elderflower. Serve with halibut and beurre blanc.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Loire, France
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Escudo Rojo OrigineEscudo Rojo OrigineFrom Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Escudo Rojo Origine is vinified in the Bordeaux manner, favoring extraction of the fruit and a supple, well-balanced tannic structure. Refined and complex, with intense fruit notes of cassis, Morello cherry, mocha, vanila, and hazselnut. Try with a beef stir fry.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Maipo Valley, Chile
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BeeslaarBeeslaarIn the winemaker's own words "Beeslar Pinotage is one of the most profound interpretations of the often tricky Pinotage grape that you can imagine. It's the Grand Cru Burgundy of Pinotages: complex, elegant, ageworthy." Pairs well with most lamb dishes.
Grape • Pinotage
Place • Stellenbosch, South Africa
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Paride Iaretti Gattinara RiservaParide Iaretti Gattinara RiservaThis winery is nestled in the ancient, historic town square of Gattinara. The cooler climate in this northeastern part of Italy is particularly good for growing Nebbiolo. A very approachable wine, look for notes of plum and violet. Considering sipping on its own or pairing with aged cheese.
Grape • Nebbiolo
Place • Piedmont, Italy
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Dom. De La Begude RougeDom. De La Begude RougeThis region in southern France really packs a punch, from beautiful beaches to tremendous wines. La Begude is cellared in the 7th century chapel "Conil" seigneury. A strong red that needs a few hours to open before drinking. Loads of black fruit, wood, and kitchen spice it is best served with southern French cuisine.
Grape • Mourvedre, Grenache
Place • Provence, France
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Saint Jean du Barroux GimelSaint Jean du Barroux GimelPhilippe Gimel is making some of the most thrilling wines in all of the Rhone and in the decade since he set out on his own they have only improved with each vintage. Concentrated dark fruit and gripping tanins. Pair with lamb and roasted vegetables.
Grape • Grenache, Carignan, Cinsault
Place • Rhone Valley, France
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Dom. Fayolle Crozes-Hermitage La RochetteDom. Fayolle Crozes-Hermitage La RochetteJean-Claude & Nicolas Fayolle started this winery, located in the village of Gervans, 5km from Tain-l'Hermitage. Their son Nicolas now runs the estate and represents the 3rd generation. Black fruit with notes of robust candied violet. Rich mouthfeel. Delicious with grilled red meat and most cheeses.
Grape • Syrah.
Place • Rhone Valley, France
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Mura Mura RomeoMura Mura RomeoGuido Martinelli and Frederico Grom are childhood friends who bought the land here in 2008. One of only a handful of wineries licensed to produce Barolo and Barbaresco outside the DOC area. Luscious with great finesse and notes of plum extract, this pairs well with duck ragu.
Grape • Barbera, Nebbiolo, Grignolino, Ruche
Place • Piedmont, Italy
FYI • The founders also created GROM gelaterie. -
Herve Villemade Cheverny BlancHerve Villemade Cheverny Blanc"Hervé Villemade has been working his family's vines in Cellettes since taking over from his father in 1995. Today, the estate represents about 22 hectares of organically farmed fruit within the Cheverny. Aged in foudre, it yields a crisp, grassy wine that is quite complex. Try with a chicken tagine, brandade, or oysters."
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • Herve is allergic to sulfur so his wines are sulfur-free. -
Greywacke WildGreywacke WildKevin Judd, formerly of Cloudy Bay, produces one of New Zealand's very best wines. Described as: "oppulent, shy and never boring" with "all the complexity seen in great white wines." Notes of "grilled nuts, biscuity, honeysuckle, lemongrass, ginger and key lime." Pair with pan-roasted turbot.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Marlborough, New Zealand
FYI • Wine undergoes spontaneous indigenous fermentation.
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