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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Dibon CavaDibon CavaThe Penedes region is Spain’s bubble capital. Producing sparkling wine in the same manner as champagne but often at a fraction of the price it is synonymous with great value. This is a lovely example of cava with notes of minerality and Granny Smith apples. Have with Sunday brunch of course.
Grape • Xarello, Macabeo, Parellada
Place • Penedes, Spain
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J Ramos Vila Santa RoseJ Ramos Vila Santa RoseJoão Portugal Ramos is Portugal’s most famous winemaker and is largely credited with modernizing his countries winemaking methods. This luscious rose is full of ripe cherry notes that play off well with shellfish dishes as well spicy foods such as chicken curry.
Grape • Touriga Nacional
Place • Vinho Verde, Portugal
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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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BabichBabichFounded by Croatian born Josip Babich in the 1910's, this acclaimed winery boasts some of the oldest vineyards in New Zealand. A classic style full of tropical notes as well as some citrus. Pairs well with shellfish...try with Oysters Rockefeller.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Marlborough, New Zealand
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The Curator RedThe Curator RedAdi Badenhorst’s resume reads: awesome dude, making awesome wines. He rescued fruit being used for run-of-the-mill box wine by taking matters into his own hands. Changes in the field and at the winery helped create this gem. A true “every day of the week wine” it is easy to drink and easy to pair with. Enjoy!
Grape • Shiraz, Grenache, Cinsault
Place • Swartland, South Africa
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Palacio del Burgo TintoPalacio del Burgo TintoOver 15 families come together to produce the magic at Palacio del Burgo. The vineyards measure 200 hectares – 494 acres – spread throughout the municipality of Alfaro, La Rioja, Spain at the foothills of Yerga Mountain, on the banks of the fertile Ebro Valley. Notes of strawberry, vanilla, and cocoa. Pair with pasta!
Grape • Tempranillo, Garnacha
Place • Rioja, Spain
FYI • Burgo started as a cooperative in the 1950's. -
Villa Vialade BlancVilla Vialade BlancThis classic Rhone blend from Claude Viallade takes a twist with the addition of sauvignon blanc. This winery is nestled near the Mediterranean and the climate helps produce a wine that is medium bodied. Great by itself or paired with grilled tuna.
Grape • Marsanne, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Languedoc, France
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La Belle Etoile RoseLa Belle Etoile RoseIn the words of the winery: Given the name "beautiful star" by the Manissy Brotherhood's missionary preist, the grapes originate from organically certified vineyards owned by wine-maker Florian Andre's mother. Light notes of cherry dance on the palate. Pairs well with shrimp cocktail.
Grape • Cinsault, Grenache
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Florian apprenticed at famed Dom. de la Mordoree. -
John's Bay SBJohn's Bay SBThis refreshing white behaves more like a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. "Bursting with delicious tropical fruit aromas and delicate floral notes. The palate is clean, zesty and refreshing, full of ripe citrus flavors and crispy acidity." Pair with your favorite seafood dish.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Central Valley, Chile
FYI • At 250 miles long it is among SA's largest wine regions. -
KuranuiKuranuiThis single vineyard wine comes from the rolling hills of the Awatere Valley from New Zealand's famed Marlborough region. The label depicts the journey the grapes go through to become wine. This classic style from the region is full of tropical fruit notes and citrus. Pairs well with seafood.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Marlborough, New Zealand
FYI • Wine is named after the Maori word for Great Treasure.
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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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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. -
Rocca Giovanni Langhe Rosso RucatRocca Giovanni Langhe Rosso Rucat"Structured and long-lived wine with intense garnet red color and alive with slight violet hues. Intense nose with notes of plum, vanilla, and cherry jam, full-bodied, harmonious, with pleasant tannins and a lingering finish." Great with lasagna!
Grape • Barbera, Nebbiolo, Dolcetta
Place • Piedmont, Italy
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Chasing RainChasing RainChasing rain indeed. With less than 6 inches of annual rainfall this region is often seeking water! But that stress drives roots deeper into the soil providing for a more complex wine. With notes of plum and blackberry this pairs well with a charcuterie board.
Grape • Merlot
Place • Red Mountain, Washington
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OMNE Cabernet Sauvignon Gran ReservaOMNE Cabernet Sauvignon Gran ReservaThe Mediterranean climate of the Maipo is ideal for Cabernet. The cooler weather keeps the fruit and alcohol level in check. Intense ruby in color with classic, forward aromas of cherry, violet, cassis and smoke. The influence of French oak gently reveals in hints of toast and sweet spice. Great with asado.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Maipo Valley, Chile
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Roma Capoccia BiancoRoma Capoccia BiancoAll hand harvested grapes are used to produce this fun and refreshing white. Delicate aromas of white flowers and citrus fruits on the nose with a subtle spicy component. Traces of salt and minerals on the finish. Seafood appetizers, fried fish, and young cheeses.
Grape • Malvasia, Bellone, Chardonnay, Verdicchio
Place • Lazio, Italy
FYI • "Capoccia" is someone who poses as a boss, -
Attis Bodegas XionAttis Bodegas XionIn just a few years, this winery has transformed itself into just buying fruit from others, to growing their own fruit, building a new facility, and committing to organic farming. The result is this lively, vibrant white with notes of lemon peel. Pairs well with shrimp cocktail or sushi.
Grape • Albarino
Place • Rias Baixas, Spain
FYI • Use the process "pie de cuba" to initiate fermentation. -
Bodega Tapiz Zolo ReserveBodega Tapiz Zolo ReservePatricia Ortiz asembled an all-star team in the winery and in the vineyard to make this red. The vineyards come from various elevations that help produce the layered style. An aromatic wine built to impress. Notes of vanilla, cherry, plum, and chocolate.
Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • The wine is an homage to Patricia's husband. -
Jean Michel Sorbe QuincyJean Michel Sorbe QuincyNow owned by Domaine Joseph Mellot, the key to this wine, like so many others is the soil. Planted on sand and gravel this delicately crafted wine is made from 35-40 year-old vines. A bright acidity with a note of lemon peel, this pairs well with oysters.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • The Mellot dynasty was founded in 1513. -
Flechas de los AndesFlechas de los AndesAptly named after the Andes mountains, these grapes are grown in the shadow of this mighty mountain range. While malbec might be better known in the region, this cab franc shines through with notes of blackberry, kitchen spice, and plum. Pairs well with pork loin and chimichurri.
Grape • Cabernet Franc
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
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Mayer GVMayer GVOne of the great white grapes of the world that can be overlooked in the U.S. Notes of white pepper, grapefruit, and a hint of herbal notes. Great depth of flavor that pairs well with a variety of foods...try with your favorite chicken dish or grilled vegetables.
Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Wien, Austria
FYI • Wien is how Austrian's spell Vienna.
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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 DiplomatFounded 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
FYI • The state's finest wines come from the Red Mountain AVA. -
Sean Minor Cabernet SauvignonSean Minor Cabernet SauvignonA soothsayer of West coast wine making, Sean Minor has a remarkable, uncanny ability to craft exceptional wine from the Pacific Northwest down to Paso Robles. The silky texture of this Napa Cab is immediately approachable. With notes of blackberry and blackcurrant this pairs well with steak with blueberry sauce.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • Sean Minor started his namesake winery in 2011. -
Gran VinumGran VinumAs is typical in the region, the winery owns a small amount of land and works closely managing several other farms for their contracted rights to the grapes. Notes of citrus, grapefruit, lemon, white fruits, pear water, tropical, lychee and stone fruit, peach. Pairs well with grilled swordfish.
Grape • Albarino
Place • Rias Baixas, Spain
FYI • The vineyard is fertilized with clam and cockle shells. -
Arnaldo Caprai GrecanteArnaldo Caprai GrecanteBy Italian standards this is a relatively young winery, founded in 1971. As a result, their winery is a very modern affair using the most state-of-the-art tools available. Notable for its highly perfumed nose, look for elements of pineapple, nectarine, and freesia. Lovely as an aperitif.
Grape • Greccheto
Place • Umbria, Italy
FYI • During the Renaissance this grape was simply: Greco. -
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
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Elvio Cogno Anas-CettaElvio Cogno Anas-CettaUsing the knowledge of the "old-timers" to make wine for the "youngsters", this acclaimed varietal was finally recognized for DOC status in 2010. Thought to have a connection to Vermentino this complex white evolves in the glass with a racy acidity, smokiness, and aromas of chamomile tea.
Grape • Nascetta
Place • Piedmont, Italy
FYI • The name of the wine, Anas-Cetta, is made up. -
San Salvatore VetereSan Salvatore VetereAs delicate as it's lightly hued color suggests. As if barely kissed by the sun before bottling, this elegant rose is named after Maglianno Vetere, a nearby town. With hints or rose water and strawberry, this is truly a delicious wine to drink all on its own.
Grape • Aglianico
Place • Campania, Italy
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GaliaGaliaJerome Bougnaud has made it his personal mission to rescue 50 small parcels that stretch along an improbable amount of territory to manage. His success with these ancient vineyards gives us this full-bodied wine considered one of the great new wines of the region. Pairs well with rack of lamb.
Grape • Tempranillo, Grenache
Place • Castilla y Leon, Spain
FYI • A bit of the ancient white grape Abillo is used in this. -
Le Petit SilexLe Petit SilexThe vineyards are located on slopes and hills separating the historic village of Chavignol and the town of Sancerre. Remarkably aromatic with pretty white flower and fruit fragrances. Notes of citrus, apple and gooseberry with hints of passion fruit. Pairs beautifully with fish.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • Sancerre is synonymous with sauvignon blanc. -
Chateau Coup Roses 'Orience'Chateau Coup Roses 'Orience'There is a rugged beauty to the land worked on by the Le Calvez family. Situated at the highest point in the Minervois appelation, this wine represents the best the family has to offer. Does wine have a soul? Herein lies your answer. Deep flavors of black fruit along with kitchen spice - and a cunning earthiness - await.
Grape • Syrah, Grenache
Place • Languedoc, France
FYI • Le Calvez is a common name in Brittany.
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