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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Maipe CSMaipe CS"The Andean people still invoke his name to clear the skies after a heavy rain, or to temper the summer heat." This winery was founded in 1862 and is one of Argentina's oldest. With aromas of cassis and a hint of cocoa this pairs well with tomato soup and grilled cheese.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Maipe means "Lord of the Wind" in Quechua. -
Tres Ojos RosadoTres Ojos RosadoNamed after an ancient pedestrian bridge in northeast Spain's Calatayud region. A fuller-bodied style rose with a red berry profile. It can easily stand-up to heartier fare like beef stew but also plays well with dishes like chicken salad. Serve chilled.
Grape • Garnacha, Tempranillo
Place • Calatayud, Spain
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Mandolin ChardonnayMandolin ChardonnayThank goodness for Monterey which provides among the best value to quality ratio in California. Lots of bang for the buck in this wine with tropical notes of pineapple and banana. Goes great with tuna and mango salsa!
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Monterey, California
FYI • Monterey was named after the viceroy of New Spain. -
Hello World ViognierHello World Viognier“Hello World!” Viognier comes from a ten acre block of the 16 year-old Monte Higueras Vineyard. Finca La Estacada’s vineyards are sustainably farmed and outfitted with drip irrigation. Generous aromas of green apple, mango. and magnolia flowers. Drink on its own or pair with ceviche.
Grape • Viognier
Place • Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
FYI • Elevation here is a surprising 3,000 ft above sea level. -
Duca di Salaparuta CalanicaDuca di Salaparuta CalanicaDating back to 1824, Duca di Salaparuta is an ever-seductive expression of the passion of Sicily. Calanica is a unique expression of a specific local context and of wine-making traditions handed down through the years. Conveys a hint of fruit and a Mediterranean tint. Pairs well with fish.
Grape • Grillo
Place • Sicily, Italy
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Burgo Viejo RosadoBurgo Viejo RosadoFounded in 1987 by six families, today it is run but a whopping total of 16 families. A hallmark style of rosado made with garnacha, look for lots of delicious strawberry notes with a touch of orange zest. Delicious with pasta dishes, from meat to veg.
Grape • Garnacha
Place • Rioja, Spain
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Que GuapoQue Guapo"Juan Muñoz Lopez and his family immigrated to Argentina in 1952 from his hometown of Andalucía, Spain. Medium bodied with bright-red hues, fresh berry and spice aromas, this easy drinking wine with delicious juicy, subtle flavors lives up to the promise of its name." Pair with BBQ chicken pizza.
Grape • Malbec, Syrah, Bonarda
Place • Mendoza, Argentina.
FYI • Que Guapo means "you're looking good." -
Di Majo NoranteDi Majo NoranteLike discovering less trodden places? Molise is for you. Squeezed between Abruzzo and Puglia, it has a dynamic landscape along the Adriatic Sea. This youthful red with hints of violet and currant is ideal for the cuisine of this historically poor region. Diets are heavy on pasta, veggies and generous amounts of olive oil.
Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Molise, Italy
FYI • The comfort food dish of this area is p’lenta d’iragn. -
Sean Minor ChardonnaySean Minor ChardonnayThe gentle use of french oak barrels for half the production allows for some body to this wine... without and over-the-top-butter-assault California chard's are sometimes known for. With notes of pear and pineapple this wine pairs very well with chicken salad.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Central Coast, California
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Broadbent RedBroadbent RedThis vibrant wine from famed importer Bartholomew Broadbent is part of his new lineup from Portugal. This juicy red is incredibly easy to drink with notes of red currant and plums. Pair with charred fish or with your favorite charcuterie.
Grape • Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Nacional
Place • Duro, Portugal
FYI • The Duoro Valley is a World Heritage Site.
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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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Valtravieso CrianzaValtravieso Crianza"The highest winery on Ribera del Duero’s ancient Castilian plateau, The advantages of these high vineyards are considerable. The wines express flavor freshness and elegance and deliver bright acidity and aromatics in spades. Notes of dark fruit and cherry compote. Pairs well with most items off the grill."
Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Ribera del Duero, Spain
FYI • Their first release was 1994. -
Osmote DeChaunacOsmote DeChaunacOsmote began in 2014 as a tenant winery within a bigger facility. Today it is on a 31-acre property overlooking Seneca Lake in upstate NY. Made from the seldom seen DeChaunac grape, this is a red that can be served slightly chilled. Light red fruit notes, it's perfect for the Thanksgiving table.
Grape • DeChaunac
Place • Finger Lakes, New York
FYI • DeChaunac is a French/American hybrid grape. -
Gueissard RoséGueissard RoséA workhorse of summer rosés, the Gueissard is a guaranteed pleasure year after year. It's apricot hue and delicate fragrant cherry aromas make this a great match with caprese salad, grilled salmon, and other lighter fare.
Grape • Cinsault,Grenache, Syrah
Place • Provence, France
FYI • Provence encompasses seven costal cities. -
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
FYI • This wine is served in French embassies worldwide. -
Perlinas AlbarinoPerlinas AlbarinoAs is traditional in Rias Baixas, these vineyards are all cultivated on traditional pergola that sit 5-6 feet across the ground, promoting air flow and keeping the grapes healthy in this cool and wet climate. Hints of citrus and minerality as well as salinity pair well with fish dishes.
Grape • Albarino
Place • Rias Baixas, Spain
FYI • The pergulas are often made of granite in this region. -
CapostranoCapostranoOnce ignored, this now hard working varietal is finding great success under the hands of owner Angelo Sansone. Named after the small village this winery sits in it is nearby the Gran Sasso mountains. Full of minerality and crisp Bosc pear notes this is easy all on it's own.
Grape • Passerina
Place • Abruzzo, Italy
FYI • Abruzzo is the "heel" of Italy. -
Mary Taylor ValencayMary Taylor ValencayMary 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
FYI • This cuvee is known as Les Griottes or "the cherries." -
Rubus Old Vine ZinRubus Old Vine ZinZinfandel is a varietal originally from Croatia and has become the darling grape of the Golden State. It does best in intense sun which is exactly what you get in Lodi. Full of dark fruit and kitchen spice, this pairs well with beef stew or even duck confit.
Grape • Zinfandel
Place • Lodi, California
FYI • Lodi is also home to Sun-Maid raisins. -
Thorn-Clarke Shotfire ShirazThorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz"Shotfire honors a family pioneer who worked the Barossa goldfields in the late 1800's. He had the hazardous job of being a 'Shotfirer'; one who handled the explosives to be used in finding veins of gold. A rich wine with aromas of blackcurrant and mulberries and a touch oak. Pair with grilled meats and veggies."
Grape • Syrah
Place • Barossa Valley, Australia
FYI • Winery name is a union between two families. -
Sincerely SBSincerely SBNeil Ellis is a South African wine industry icon and one of the early pioneers to bring quality levels up to world class standards. The winery sits 5 miles east of the town of Stellenbosch. With notes of tropical fruit and citrus, this pairs well with grilled salmon and papaya salsa.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Stellenbosch, South Africa
FYI • The winery was founded in 1993.
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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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J. Wilkes Cabernet SauvignonJ. Wilkes Cabernet SauvignonWith the highest elevation in all of the Highlands, often over 2000 feet, the unique climate of this AVA is used to seeing 50 degree swings in a single day. A European-style Cab with great acidity this couples well with steak of course but can also pair nicely with meat dishes from Morroco and India.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Paso Robles Highland, California
FYI • The climate here is often associated with Tuscany. -
B SideB SideCreated from Napa vineyards that are off the beaten path. Fortunately, this is anything but an over-the-top-Napa-Cab. It's lush but is on a leash. With gorgeous notes of cassis, licorice, and dark chocolate it's a winner all the way. Go decadent on your next burger - meat or veg - and pair this with it.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon (mostly)
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • B Side refers to musical treasures on records. -
PalminaPalminaFounded in 1995 by Steve Clifton of Brewer-Clifton fame, this winery seeks to work with only Italian varietals grown in the Central Coast. Intoxicating aromas of jasmine and honeysuckle prevail with a hint of peach. A wonderful pairing with White Sauce, Shrimp and Penne.
Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Santa Barbara, California
FYI • Two names for the same grape? Pinot Gris and Grigio. -
Stewart Napa Valley MerlotStewart Napa Valley MerlotFounded in 2000, this family operation has excellence in mind at all times. In their words: respect the terroir, source the best fruit, strive for perfection, and embrace the elegance of the human touch. That pretty much sums it up. Look for plum, kitchen spice, and cedar. Pairs well with ribeye.
Grape • Merlot
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • The son, James, left the world of TV to get into wine. -
Dom. Caboche CDP BlancDom. Caboche CDP BlancJean-Pierre Boisson, former long-serving mayor of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, runs Domaine Père Caboche with his children Emily & Nicolas. A complex wine with notes of white flowers, peach, ginger, and pear. Whites represent only 5% of production here. Enjoy this with chicken and apricots.
Grape • Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Clairette, Bourboulen
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Caboche is from the Provencal word = horseshoe nails. -
Reverdy Sancerre "Les Coutes"Reverdy Sancerre "Les Coutes"You think you know sauvignon blanc until you try this stunning wine from the Reverdy brothers. From the humble looking village Maimbray comes an unforgettable white with delicate citrus and floral notes. Ideal with oysters or a salad topped with baked chevre.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • The Loire River is the longest in France. -
Ca La Bionda Valpolicella RipassoCa La Bionda Valpolicella RipassoThe company makes wine only from autochthonous grapes from their own vineyards. This "baby Amarone" is markedly different from other styles of ripasso. Bright notes of violets, oregano and cigar box. Pair risotto dishes or game birds like pigeon.
Grape • Corvina
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • Ripasso means "to pass over." -
Chehalem INOXChehalem INOXCompletely unoaked from this heralded producer. As the winery says "a perfect example of the range of this varietal. Soft and elegant aromatics of honeysuckle and lychee heightened with a hint of fresh citrus zest." Pair with your favorite chicken dish.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Willamette Valley, Oregon
FYI • Chehalem means Valley of Flowers. -
Bonny Doon Le Cigare Blanc ReserveBonny Doon Le Cigare Blanc ReserveWe continue to learn more about the mysteries of élevage in glass demijohn. This wine is more or less the same blend as our standard issue Cigare Blanc, apart from the fact that we’ve allowed it to undergo malolactic fermentation. Fragrance of beeswax & sage. -RG Pair with lobster risotto.
Grape • Grenache Blanc, Rousanne
Place • Monterey, California
FYI • A demijohn is a glass vessel that holds up to 16/gl. -
Tyrrell's Heathcote Rufus StoneTyrrell's Heathcote Rufus StoneBright, fruit driven, and rewarding from a place that has the know-how on making a full-bodied red. Regularly a favorite in Australia this french-oaked red is full of dark fruit, black pepper, and cassis. Pairs nicely with a quality steak...try it with a peppercorn sauce too!
Grape • Syrah
Place • Victoria, Australia
FYI • Established in 1858 by an English immigrant.
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