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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Wrongo DongoWrongo DongoAnother fun wine from famed Spanish importer Jorge Ordoñez. Located near the border of Alicante, the vines were planted over a ten year period starting in 1987. Today they have enough maturity to provide this wine with its characteristic notes of cherry, chocolate, and plum. Pair with grilled items.
Grape • Monastrell
Place • Jumilla, Spain
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Tortoise Creek "Jams Blend"Tortoise Creek "Jams Blend"Jam's Blend refers to the creators of Tortoise Creek, Janie and Mel Master. The touch of Viogner added to the wine helps round out it's white floral notes while the rest of the heavy lifting is left to Chardonnay. The creamy, refreshing nature of this white screams "pair me with cream-based pastas please!"
Grape • Chardonnay, Viogner
Place • Lodi, California
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Marques de Caceres VerdejoMarques de Caceres Verdejo"Straw color with greenish tinges. Floral and mineral notes with a hint of citrus fruit and grapefruit. Clean and vibrant in the mouth with character and a touch of minerals. It nice structure confers complexity that keeps alive the freshness of the fruit." Pair with goat cheese pizza.
Grape • Verdejo
Place • Rueda, Spain
FYI • Enrique Forner founded this winery in 1970. -
ContradeContradeMade primarily with the indigenous white grape of southern Italy, Malvasia is named after Monemvasia which was a trading center and fortress in the early 1200s. With notes of beeswax, honeysuckle and apple this pairs well with fish tacos.
Grape • Malvasia, Chardonnay
Place • Puglia, Italy
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Due Torri Pinot GrigioDue Torri Pinot GrigioThe cold nights of this region in the foothills of the mountains is ideal for promoting the floral aromatics of this wine. On the palate this white has a refreshing citrus zing that is great with shrimp or all it's own.
Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Friuli, Italy
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OrnatoOrnatoThe vineyard for this wine is grown near the remains of the beautiful della Scala family villa not far from Verona. This region is known for it's delicious whites as this one proves. Aromas of fresh flowers and a hint of peach make this a perfect aperitif. It also pairs well with ceviche and sushi.
Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Veneto, Italy
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Nicolas PNNicolas PNMaison Nicolas strives for an honest expression of each of the single varietals they work with, rarely blending. This is a classic pinot noir from southern France with rounded cherry notes that pairs perfectly with brie and a baguette.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Languedoc, France
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Los Dos RedLos Dos RedBlended from two complementary varietals in the hot continental region of Campo de Borja in Spain's NE. The "cierzo" wind cools the vineyard at night allowing the grapes to retain their brightness. An easy drinking red that pairs well with casual eats.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah
Place • Campo de Borja
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HalozanHalozanThis classic blend is from Pullus, one of the oldest cellars in Europe dating back to 1239. Using up to eight varietals, each one is fermented separately and then blended together. With notes of pear, apple, and honeysuckle this should be in your next picnic basket or served poolside.
Grape • Welschriesling, Riesling, Chardonnay, Furmint
Place • Stajerska, Slovenia
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Cape Original CABCape Original CABEasy drinking red from the southernmost part of South Africa. Full of ripe berry notes this red is easy to drink on its own or pair with dishes like BBQ or a chicken salad.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • The coast of this region was treacherous for ships.
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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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Carpineti TufaliccioCarpineti TufaliccioA blend of two grapes, principally montepulciano, which is one of the great workhorse reds. It provides the dominate structure with cesanese offering lighter notes. The volcanic soil these grapes are grown on is the other part of the story. With notes of violet and cherry this pairs well with pasta bolognese.
Grape • Montepulciano and Cesanese
Place • Lazio, Italy
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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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Acentor MaturanaAcentor MaturanaMaturana Tinta is a grape variety indigenous to Rioja, but it was almost lost when it fell out of fashion and has been brought back by conservationists. This impressively deep and nascently complex bouquet of black raspberries pairs well with pulled pork.
Grape • Maturana Tina
Place • Rioja, Spain
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Grape • Malvazija
Place • Primorska, SL
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Réserve Du NaufragetRéserve Du Naufraget"The property is managed by Bernard Chereau, whose family origins date back to the eleventh century. A concentration of rich flavors develops fruity aromas such as orange peel, honey and ripe quince. It has a great long finish with a slight honey taste." Pair with Thai or Indian cusine.
Grape • Chenin Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
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Coltibuono Chianti RSColtibuono Chianti RSThis classic showing of chianti is from this well recognized producer which was purchased by the Stucchi Prinetti family in the 1930's. Organically grown look for dusty flavors of cherry and an herbal quality, mainly thyme. Perfect with your next pasta dish!
Grape • Sangiovese, Canaiolo
Place • Tuscany, Italy
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Wollfer Summer In A BottleWollfer Summer In A BottleThe loam soil and ocean influence provide climactic conditions that are very similar to Bordeaux. The sustainably farmed vineyards are still family owned and operated. This field blend is "summer in a bottle" with bright berry fruit that with one sip will have you thinking you're on the beach with your toes in the sand.
Grape • Merlot, Cab Franc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Gewurtz
Place • Long Island, New York
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Rombauer Sauvignon BlancRombauer Sauvignon BlancThis wine represents the first change to the Rombauer lineup in a generation. What started out as a small pet project of Richie Allen has gained in popularity but is still in limited distribution because quantities are so low. Vibrant acidity with hints of lemon peel this is great with asparagus.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Napa, California
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Ermengaud BlancErmengaud Blanc"The Baron Ermengaud cuvée is named after the lord Ermengaud de Fouzilhon who provided land in the 12th century for a monastic barn to be built. Located in Faugeres, this refreshing white is lively and crisp, with medium-bodied notes of melon, citrus blossom and flowers. Pairs well with seafood."
Grape • Rousanne, Marsanne, Vermentino, Grenache Blanc
Place • Languedoc Roussillon, France
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Barone CornacchiaBarone CornacchiaBarone Cornacchia was first established in Montepulciano at the end of the 19th century and are considered a pioneer in the aging and bottling of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. Black cherry and herb on the palate with a violet hue, this pairs well with polenta and meats that are grilled with rosemary.
Grape • Montepulciano
Place • Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Italy
FYI • Label's ancient text is 'Bacchus loves the open hills."
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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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Screen Door Cellars PNScreen Door Cellars PNThe Russian River Valley is California's "secret weapon" when people say the state is too hot for pinot noir. The cooling effects of the fog that rolls in every morning help pamper this delicate grape. With notes of cherry and violet this elegant red pairs well with salmon, tuna, or your favorite cheese board.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Sonoma County, California
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Aquilini Red Mountain SBAquilini Red Mountain SBThis AVA produces the most sought after wines in the state, grown on soil created by geological forces that started 20,000 years ago. The Aquilini's decided to produce a white in an area typically known for red and wow! Sophisticated with notes of tropical fruit and a hint of lemon zest. Enjoy with Mahi Mahi.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Red Mountain, Washington
FYI • They age wine in what are known as "cigar" barrels. -
Schloss Gobelsburg SteinsetzSchloss Gobelsburg SteinsetzIn the words of the winery: It grows ever more gracious and complex as the vineyard ages; the old radishy-minty briskness is still present but now aligned to a new juiciness and starchy jasmine-rice flavors. Clear, intense, precise, aromatic. Pairs well with pan-seared trout.
Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Kamptal, Austria
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Schramsberg Blanc de NoirSchramsberg Blanc de NoirArguably the finest sparkling wine producer in the United States, Schramsberg was founded by Jack and Jamie Davis in 1965 who restored the then dilapidated Schram winery. Made in the style of champagne, this wine pairs beautifully with halibut.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Napa Valley, California
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DautelDautelGermany's answer to Burgundy pinot noir is this excellent example of the varietal. the Dautel family has a grape growing history going back 500 years. With layers of complexity that include cassis, smokiness, and blackberry this is a wine that is versatile at the dinner table.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Wurttemberg, Germany
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Domaine de la Mordoree Lirac BlancDomaine de la Mordoree Lirac BlancDomaine de la Mordorée is located in TAVEL, in the southern Rhône valley and was created in 1986 by Francis Delorme and his son Christophe. This gorgeous wine truly over-delivers with notes of white flowers, bosc pear, and layers of minerality. Pairs well with roast chicken or Comte cheese.
Grape • Grenache, Clairette, Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne
Place • Rhone Valley, France
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Clos Figueras Serras del PrioratClos Figueras Serras del PrioratThis storied region with its poor schist soil in a remote part of Catalonia is notorious for its difficult conditions - but those who persevere are rewarded. Thirty years after Robert Parker wrote of this region it is now quite famous. A big wine with notes of dark fruit and rosemary. Pair with meat.
Grape • Grenache, Carignan, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Catalonia, Spain
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Rapsani Terra PetraRapsani Terra PetraFor several generations the Thymiopoulus family have worked the lands of Rapsani which became one of Greece's first official appellations in 1971. The climate and soil here are perfect for producing gorgeous red wines. Deep crimson color gives way to a highly aromatic wine. Try with roasted lamb or mushroom risotto.
Grape • Xinomavro, Krasto, Stavroto
Place • Larissa, Greece
FYI • Grown on the foothills of Mt. Olympus. -
Siegel Unique SelectionSiegel Unique SelectionFounded in 1980 by a father and son duo, SIegel wines has come a long way since they began in producing bulk wine. Today this exceptional showing from them is the culmination and utmost expression of their best vines. Notes of cassis, chocolate, violets, and kitchen spice. Pairs well with steak.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Syrah
Place • Colchagua Valley
FYI • Colchagua is a "Transverse Valley" made by a river. -
Champagne Chartogne-Taillet Sainte AnneChampagne Chartogne-Taillet Sainte AnneSince Alexandre studied under Anslem Selosse and took over the family estate, he has made significant changes and his wines are among the most sought after in Champagne. Lively and complex with notes of baked apple tart, kitchen spice, and lemon peel. One of our favorite wines at Grape Intentions!
Grape • Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Place • Champagne, France
FYI • Alexandre took over the estate in 2007.
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