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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Protocolo BlancoProtocolo Blanco
The Eguren family maintains vineyards in the Manchuela region without herbicides and low yields to produce exceptional everyday wines. A refreshing bright wine with balanced acid and notes of apple and peach makes this a perfect summer sipper.
Grape • Macabeo
Place • Castilla-La-Mancha, Spain
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San Elias ChardonnaySan Elias Chardonnay
Viña Siegel is a family owned operation that started in the 1980’s. With plantings throughout the expansive 250-mile long central valley they look to take advantage of its many microclimates. This chardonnay with its straw color and exotic overtones is perfect for any cocktail reception.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Colchagua Valley, Chile
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Borsao RosadoBorsao Rosado
A rather young winery by Spanish standards, Borsao was founded in 1958 and works primarily with the region’s important varietal, garnacha. This versatile wine is full of notes of watermelon and cherry. It pairs very well most items off the grill or served as a cocktail wine.
Grape • Garnacha
Place • Campos de Borja, Spain
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Rubus Private Selection RuedaRubus Private Selection Rueda
"Rubus Private Selection comes from the town of La Seca in the heart of the Rueda region in Northern Spain. Pale yellow color with green highlights, the wine offers clean and crisp aromas of citrus fruits, a refreshing and well-balanced palate of zesty flavors. Pair with fish, chicken and salads."
Grape • Verdejo
Place • Castilla y León, Spain
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Conde Villar Tapada de VillarConde Villar Tapada de Villar
Spending four months in oak barrels gives this red the extra structure that makes it so delicious. These grapes are indigenous to Portugal and the backbone of their table wine production. Aromatic and well balanced with hints of blueberry and vanilla this pairs well with marinated flank steak.
Grape • Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional, Aragonez
Place • Alentejo, Portugal
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Casa Ferreirinha EstevaCasa Ferreirinha Esteva
Ferreira is known around the world as "the Portuguese brand" because of it's high quality wines. Fresh and vivacious this red is full of floral notes with hints of cedar, strawberry, and cherry. Well suited for pairing with the many flavors and dishes found on holiday dinner tables.
Grape • Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca
Place • Douro, Portugal
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Ch. Canteloup Cotes de BlayeCh. Canteloup Cotes de Blaye
Despite that fact that this blend is from the right bank it has the body, depth, and character to go up against it's left bank brethren. This is a classic Bordeaux with loads of cassis, plum, and licorice. Pairs nicely with beef in red sauce.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Place • Bordeaux, France
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Castle Rock MerlotCastle Rock Merlot
The Central Coast AVA extends about 250 miles along the state's coastline. Some of the best value in California comes from this region. With a velvety texture this red has pleasing notes of herbs, cherries, and plums. Great with pasta carbonara or chunks of parmesan cheese.
Grape • Merlot
Place • Central Coast, California
FYI • Castle Rock is a fictional fort in "Lord of the Flies." -
Essay CSEssay CS
This is a bold and juicy red wine. Garnet, with a ruby-red rim. Aromas of mint, pencil-shavings and dark cherries followed by cassis and red-currant fruit flavours on the palate. Ends with silky tannins and a long finish. Should pair well with red meats, poultry and rosemary infused dishes.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
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Casal Da Coelheira TintoCasal Da Coelheira Tinto
Three generations have worked the 64 hectares to bring this wine to market. As easy as any red can hope to be, think of this as a walk on a west coast beach at sunset. Perfect in every way. Hints of cocoa, blackberry, and blueberry it pairs nicely with grilled chicken or a hearty vegetable stew.
Grape • Alicante Bouschet, Touriga Nacional
Place • Tejo, Portugal
FYI • The UK and Portugal have a 300 year-old wine partnership.
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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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Cederberg BukettraubeCederberg Bukettraube
This grape is found mainly in South Africa and is sometimes called Bouquet Blanc. It is a powerhouse white that offers an explosion of aromas and flavor with predominant notes of stone fruit and jasmine. It pairs extremely well with Thai food and curries or anything that has a touch of spice to it.
Grape • Bukettraube
Place • Cederberg, South Africa
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Chateau Bellevue Peycharneau Bdx SprChateau Bellevue Peycharneau Bdx Spr
Delicious but reasonably priced wines fro this region can be hard to find - but we did it! The bouquet on this wine is classic Bordeaux and is immediately approachable. A melange of mushroom, blackberry, and cassis notes that screams for steak & frites!
Grape • Cab Sauv, Cab Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Place • Bordeaux, France
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Mary Taylor ValencayMary Taylor Valencay
Mary Taylor has a number of wine projects that focus on promoting the best of a particular region or person - in this case Sophie Siadou. The lightness and elegance of this wine, with a hint of chalkiness, pairs well with Valencay, the famed pyramid shaped goat cheese, or with a roast chicken.
Grape • Gamay, Cot, Pinot Noir
Place • Loire Valley, France
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Dom. Papolle Quatre CDom. Papolle Quatre C
Nestled in the bucolic southwest region of France comes this producer of delightful white wines that was established in the 17th century. With a bouquet of candied orange and grapefruit peel it pairs nicely with goat cheese as well as shellfish.
Grape • Colombard, Gros Manseng, Ugni Blanc
Place • Gascony, Francce
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Cune Monopole Rioja BlancoCune Monopole Rioja Blanco
This important contemporary winery is still owned and operated by the Real de Asua family. While this region is known around the world for their red wines, a number of delicious whites are available including this one with notes of pear and apple blossom. Pairs well with pasta and seafood dishes.
Grape • Viura
Place • Rioja, Spain
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Dom. Le Bihan TouraineDom. Le Bihan Touraine
The estate of Maison Le Bihan was founded in 1786 by The Morcellet family. It is located in the Loire Valley in a small village called Angé. Laurent Le Bihan has run the operation since 1993. With an aromatic floral bouquet this pairs well with chicken, seafood, or simply as an aperitif.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
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Fontaleoni Vernaccia di San GimignanoFontaleoni Vernaccia di San Gimignano
The organic grapes harvested by Simone Santini are the secret behind this refreshing white made entirely from Vernaccia from the medieval town of San Gimignano. With notes of pear and apricot this goes well with Salad Nicoise.
Grape • Vernaccia
Place • Tuscany, Italy
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De Martino Sauvignon BlancDe Martino Sauvignon Blanc
Founded in 1934 the winery is now being run by the fourth generation of De Martino's. Made with 100% organic grapes and packaged in 100% recycled packaging the family has caring for nature in mind. Notes of white peach and citrus. Pair with fish.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Maipo Valley, Chile
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Charles Thomas Sainte VictoireCharles Thomas Sainte Victoire
Everything you could possibly want from a rosé from the south of France. Undeniably delicious with notes of strawberry and peach bouncing forth with every sip. The only thing missing is dipping your toes in the Mediterranean as you enjoy it!
Grape • Grenach, Syrah, Cinsault
Place • Provence, France
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Boccadigabbia, Rosso PicenoBoccadigabbia, Rosso Piceno
"Boccadigabbia was once one of the “one hundred poderi,” or individual farms, that made up the Amministrazione Bonaparte of Civitanova, a vast agricultural estate. This red offers classic varietal spice, along with lovely scents of vanilla, chocolate, and wild red berries. Pairs well with Central Italian cuisine."
Grape • Montepulciano, Sangiovese
Place • Marche, Italy
FYI • Until 1960 most grapes at the vineyard were French.
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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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Ambassador DiplomatAmbassador Diplomat
Founded in 2004 and named after their important vineyard, Ambassador looks to become Washington States top producing winery. This is rich and velvety. Look for a jammy nose and luscious notes of vanilla, blueberry reduction, and cedar. Enjoy by a fire or with big protein.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Grenache
Place • Red Mountain, Washington
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Altos Ibericos ReservaAltos Ibericos Reserva
Recognizing great potential in the area, the Torres family opened this winery in 2005. It is named after Alto Otero the enclave that is home to the winery. The use of French oak instead of American is an interesting move for a Rioja. Beautifully integrated with notes of blackberry and leather. Pair with beef.
Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Rioja, Spain
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Tenuta Terre Nere Etna BiancoTenuta Terre Nere Etna Bianco
This wine is predominantly carricante, a grape that loves the rainy conditions and volcanic soil of Mt. Etna. Acidity and a pronounced salinity to the wine are hallmarks of this grape. With a slight herbal quality to it as well, this pairs nicely with swordfish topped with olives.
Grape • Carricante, Catarratto
Place • Sicily, Italy
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Brown Estate ZinfandelBrown Estate Zinfandel
"Founded in 1995 by three siblings, Brown Estate produced its first Napa Valley zinfandel in 1996 after the family had been farming grapes and selling them to established winemakers. It is the first and only Black-owned estate in Napa Valley." Rich and luscious with notes of black pepper. Pair with steak.
Grape • Zinfandel
Place • Napa Valley, California
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Beckmen Vineyards SyrahBeckmen Vineyards Syrah
The limestone soil here is perfect for this varietal. With ideal conditions and the tireless effort of owner Tom Beckmen combined, they have garnered such praise that some consider this the greatest syrah value in the US. Full-bodied with notes of espresso, smoke, and blackberry reduction. Great with steak.
Grape • Syrah
Place • Santa Ynez Valley ,California
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Saint Jean du Barroux GimelSaint Jean du Barroux Gimel
Philippe 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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Fabienne Cottagnoud Caves des TilleulsFabienne Cottagnoud Caves des Tilleuls
The Cottagnoud's are traditionalists who push boundaries. Working with the schist and granite soils found in their small village, they produce a pinot noir that is not at all Burgundian but reflects the fresh, cool mountain climate they are found in. Notes of raspberry and casis with an expressive minerality.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Vetroz, Switzerland
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Archery Summit PGArchery Summit PG
Archery Summit lays claim as the first winery in the New World to plant pinot gris - and we thank them for it! Aromatic with beautiful notes of honeydew and cantaloupe, this delightful wine pairs well with soft cheeses and oysters.
Grape • Pinot Gris
Place • Willamette Valley, Oregon
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Prager Riesling Steinriegl FederspielPrager Riesling Steinriegl Federspiel
"Toni Bodenstein married into the family in 1990. Bodenstein’s scholarly approach, passion for biodiversity, and brilliant winemaking has elevated Prager to the highest echelon of Austrian wine producers. With high aroma and focused acidity, this pairs well with fish curry."
Grape • Riesling
Place • Wachau, Austria
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Ch. FalfasCh. Falfas
Owned by Véronique Cochran, the Château was one of the very first in Bordeaux to practice organic and biodynamic growing. Known for making a generous style, this wine has notes of plum, leather, and an obvious earthiness that pairs well with hangar steak and pommes frites.
Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • The Château's heritage dates to the 14th century.
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