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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CieloCieloLight and breezy is the personality of this wine that has aromatic notes of lemon peel and tangerine. Like a dip into a pool on a hot summer's day, this white is brisk and refreshing. Makes for a great aperitif or take on your next picnic.
Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Veneto, Italy
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Combe D'Argent PNCombe D'Argent PNThe warm sun of the Mediterranean coast helps ripen this pinot noir. An easy drinking red with a concentration of fruit, namely dark cherry and hint of cherry cola on the finish. Pair with a cheeseboard or simply enjoy on its own.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Languedoc, France
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Quadri PNQuadri PNRuby red with notes of cherry, licorice, andred berry fruit. Medium-bodied and low intannin, this wine pairs well with salmon andis also great with poultry, pork and manyother foods.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Veneto, Italy
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JuntosJuntosFounded in 2004, this wine is from Bodegas Volver and is a blend of Merlot and touch of Alicante Bouschet. The result is a well structured wine with notes of plum that pairs well with picnic fare, especially hamburgers.
Grape • Merlot, Alicante
Place • Valencia, Spain
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Little Sheep ViognierLittle Sheep ViognierThe vineyard covers the Southern Ardeche, from the right bank of the Rhone River to the Cevennes Mountains.The flavor is punctuated with ripe white peach, exotic fruit like mango, very pleasant and full with light viscosity. Serve with a creamy chicken dish or even crayfish.
Grape • Viognier
Place • Rhone Valley, France
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Aplanta Red Wine BlendAplanta Red Wine BlendFrom southern Portugal, this modern style blend from two full throttle grapes provides a lot of bang for the buck with notes of black pepper, pipe tobacco and plum. Pairs great with burgers, pizza, or a charcuterie platter.
Grape • Aragonez, Alicante Bouschet
Place • Alentejano, Portugal
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Alain de la Treille TouraineAlain de la Treille TouraineAlain de la Treille was born in 1925 in Saint Georges sur Cher and was an enthusiastic promoter of the region. Wines are now made under the direction of Lionel Métaireau. With great minerality and a hint of citrus peel this wine pairs well with smoked fish or goat cheese.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
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False BayFalse BayTHE grape of South Africa, this is from an arid part of the western cape. The crossing of pinot noir and cinsault resulted in this dramatic varietal that's full of smokey notes up front and blackberry on the finish. Great with anything off the grill.
Grape • Pinotage
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
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Salinas MoSalinas MoIn the hot, arid conditions of southern Spain, Sierra Salinas has set-out to dry-farm their land organically. Using gravity fed facilities to minimize impact on the fruit, they maintain a light fruity style red that pairs well with your next chili night!
Grape • Monastrell
Place • Alicante, Spain
FYI • Minano and Gomez families bought this winery in 2013. -
Ch. Beaulieu RoseCh. Beaulieu RoseDrinking this will bring to mind toe-dipping along the beautiful Cote d'Azur while sipping on a delicate rose. A classic with notes of exotic fruits like guava and papaya, this versatile wine pairs well with... you guessed it, seafood!
Grape • Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cinsault
Place • Provence, France
FYI • Aix-en-Provence is the birthplace of painter Cezanne.
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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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Ch. de L'Escarelle RoseCh. de L'Escarelle RoseNamed for the summer solstice, the grapes are harvested in the cool morning hours before the notorious heat of the region warms the fruit up. Served as an aperitif this captures the spirit of summer with notes of strawberry and peach.
Grape • Grenache, Cinsault, Caladoc
Place • Provence, France
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Tassajara PNTassajara PNThe sustainably certified vineyards of the Scheid Family located in Monterey, CA use 100% renewable energy in the form of wind turbines. Silky notes of cherries, blackberries, plums and mocha. Pairs well with grilled chicken, club sandwich, or cheddar quiche.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Monterey, California
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Urruzola TxakolinaUrruzola TxakolinaA family-owned estate since the 1300's this region is famous for this varietal that is found in few other places on the planet. Ocean breezes help temper the climate which can be hostile to grape growing. Look for notes of preserved lemon, lemon peel. Pairs well with seafood.
Grape • Hondarribi Zuri
Place • Alkiza, Spain
FYI • Nearly 90% of the Alkiza population speaks Basque. -
Dipinti SBDipinti SBFounded in 1980 by Cantina Las Vis, they combined forces with the enological institute San Michele all'Adige to embark on the cultivation of the best varietal for each parcel of land. Look for bright citrus notes and minearilty. Pair with grilled seafood or white meats.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
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Famille Fabre Grand CourtadeFamille Fabre Grand CourtadeThis light-bodied rosé is from grapes grown on calcerous soils and is organically managed by the Fabre family who have owned the vineyards since the 1500's. Crisp notes of strawberry and cherry shine through in this refreshing wine that pairs well with paella.
Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir
Place • Occitane, France
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Le Paradou RougeLe Paradou RougeLe Paradou is a project created by Alexandre and Frédéric Chaudière whose family produce some of the most respected wines in the Ventoux at Château Pesquié. Dark fruits with a hint of earth and cocoa this pairs well with stews.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Paradou refers to windmills that dot the landscape. -
Dom. Bousquet Gaia Red BlendDom. Bousquet Gaia Red BlendA great expression of France meets Argentina. French wine making skills and excellent vineyard site in Argentina - located at 4000 feet above sea level in Tupungato. Organic practices only adds to the drinking experience. Full of dark fruits, consider pairing with red meats, red sauces, and chocolate.
Grape • Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
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Dom. Lardy, Moulin-a-Vent Cru Les MichelonsDom. Lardy, Moulin-a-Vent Cru Les Michelons"A tiny block of 2 hectares of old vines - planted in 1950 and 1911 - in the prestigious climate called Les Michelons in Moulin a Vent. The vines are located in a single clos surrounded by a stone wall and poppies flowers. Well rounded, displaying cherries and roses. Pair with bbq, poultry, or salmon."
Grape • Gamay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Yard handpicks his grapes and uses native yeasts. -
Senda Verde GodelloSenda Verde GodelloHighlighting the best varietal from speicific regions around Spain this rounded style with notes of pear and apple is an excellent pairing with rich fish.
Grape • Godello
Place • Bierzo
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Raats CBRaats CBBruwer Raats founded his relatively new winery in 2000. Focused on two varietals with the white being chenin blanc, he believed that specializing would lead to success. He was right! With notes of pineapple and honeydew, this pairs well with fish tacos.
Grape • Chenin Blanc
Place • Stellenbosch, South Africa
FYI • The architectural style here is known as Cape Dutch.
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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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Sierra Cantabria UnicaSierra Cantabria UnicaThe Eguren family are the pioneers in the production of parcel specific single cru wines from Rioja in the Burgundy model. Produced from a single contiguous vineyard in Labastida, called La Llana. Expressive aromas of redcurrant, cherry, licorice. Try with lamb cutlets grilled over vine clippings
Grape • Tempranillo, Graciano
Place • Rioja, Spain
FYI • From a spectacular vineyard on the banks of the Ebro. -
Dom. Colline St. Jean VV VacqueyrasDom. Colline St. Jean VV VacqueyrasA family owned winery for several generations, it is in transition once more from father to a son and daughter team. The continuity is evident in this full-bodied offering with layers of blackberry bramble, licorice, and coffee. Consider pairing with beef stew, braised pheasant, or beef ribs.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah
Place • Rhone, France
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Venica Collio MalvasiaVenica Collio MalvasiaEstablished in 1930 in north-east Italy this family run winery has consistently produced world-class wines. This remarkable white has textured layers of acacia, mineralty, salinity, and dried apricot. A wine to "think" with or pair it with your next Lobster Thermidor.
Grape • Malvasia
Place • Friuli, Italy
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El EnemigoEl EnemigoAdrianna Catena, a historian and the daughter of Nicolas Catena - the legendary owner of Bodega Catena Zapata - is behind this winery along with winemaker Alejandro Vigil. This spirited wine is deliciously full-bodied with flavors of black cherry and black pepper. Built to go with grilled food.
Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
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Dom. Bachelet Monnnot 'Maranges'Dom. Bachelet Monnnot 'Maranges'The third generation in their family to make wine, the Bachelet brothers founded this domaine in 2005. Yes they have exceptional vineyards, but they also have exceptional talent. Influenced by it's calcareous soils, this wine is elegantly delicious in every possible way. Pairs well with escargot or Coq au Vin.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • The capital of Burgundy is Dijon (as in mustard). -
Marques de Grinon SVMMAMarques de Grinon SVMMAThis storied winery dates to 1292 and it's current owner is referred to as the father of Spanish wine. Named for the Latin word "that the epitome of knowledge has been reached", this wine IS the epitome of deliciousness. Plum and blackberry with a hint of smoke make this a stellar companion with roasted pork.
Grape • Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot
Place • Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
FYI • The vineyard's elevation is among the highest in Spain. -
Sailor's GraveSailor's GraveNamed after a Merchant Marine from Wisconsin who served during WWII, this full throttle Napa Cab is a complex wine with notes of vanilla, cocoa powder, kitchen spice and licorice. Pair with a grilled t-bone steak.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • The Sailor's Grave was a common tattoo among sailors. -
Donati CSDonati CS"Ron Donati grew up in South San Francisco, the son of a first-generation Italian-American family. Today it is run by Matt Donati whose primary efforts are directed at sustainable farming, Aromas of cherry berry and red fruit with a hint of tootsie roll. " Pair with grilled steak.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Place • Paso Robles, California
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Genium XimenisGenium XimenisThe difficult landscape of Priorat is well known and the steep terraces of Genium are no exception. Hand harvested and then fermented for three months in new French oak this wine can age for several years. Try with local speciatly arròs amb bacallà or rice and cod.
Grape • Pedro Ximenez, Garnacha Blanca
Place • Catalonia, Spain
FYI • This area was "lost" to outsiders for nearly 100 years. -
Weingut Robert Weil KabinettWeingut Robert Weil KabinettFounded in 1875 it is one of this region's "younger" estates. Sourced from grapes inside and adjoining their single-vineyard sites Kiedrich Wasseros and Sangrub. Complex and layered with exotic fruits, lemon zest and the expected minerality this wine is known for. Pairs well with pork, poultry and fresh cheeses.
Grape • Riesling
Place • Rheingau, Germany
FYI • The Rheingau makes up only 3% of German vineyards.
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