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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Perrin Cotes du RhonePerrin Cotes du RhoneProbably no other family is as synonymous with the great wines of the Rhone Valley than Perrin. A blend from several vineyards produces this faithful workhorse wine with notes of plum, dark cherry, and anise. Pair with rosemary chicken.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah
Place • Rhone Valley, France
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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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Vina Bujanda TintoVina Bujanda TintoVina Bujanda is owned by a brother and sister duo whose family has been in the wine business since the late 1800's. Today their modern operation is producing a refreshing style of wine such as this ruby-colored red with notes of red currant and cherry. Perfect with seafood paella.
Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Rioja, Spain
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Crucero SBCrucero SBFermented in stainless steel, this pale yellow white is full of classic sauvignon blanc notes of tropical fruit and grapefruit. This is a great aperitif wine and also pairs well with seafood.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Curico Valley, Chile
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Mont Gravet RoseMont Gravet RoseWhile the grape Cinsault that is used for this can make powerful reds, it can also be coaxed into making a delightful rosé such as this one with notes of raspberry and blackberry. Pairs well with salads and BBQ.
Grape • Cinsault
Place • Languedoc, France
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Mas Le Chevaliere LarocheMas Le Chevaliere LarocheThe Mediterranean climate heavily influences the wines of this region. Organically farmed for decades this wine is known as "the knight's lady." Aged without oak treatment this is full of notes of black currants and herbs. Pair with charcuterie and cheeses.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Languedoc, France
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Terra Noble Carmenere ReservaTerra Noble Carmenere ReservaThe hot days and cool nights, courtesy of being close to the Andes Mountain Range, is the perfect climate for this varietal. It is full of rich, dark fruit qualities like plum and fig. The dynamic, full-bodied quality of this wine lends itself well to paring with lamb or even paella.
Grape • Carmenere
Place • Maule Valley, Chile
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Bonpas Luberon BlancBonpas Luberon BlancPicturesque hilltop villages dot Luberon, the most southern portion of the Rhone Valley, Its idyllic landscape has long lured artists such as Picasso. This wine features aromatics of Bosc pear and goes nicely with a salad Nicoise.
Grape • Grenache Blanc, Clairette, Vermentino
Place • Rhone Valley, France
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Revolution El Cortijillo BlancoRevolution El Cortijillo BlancoVerdejo languishes in obscurity no more! It was rediscovered a few decades ago and through modern wine making is now a deliciously light, refreshing wine. This expression has bright floral notes with a hint of citrus. It's super smooth so don't expect it to last long around your friends and family.
Grape • Verdejo
Place • La Mancha, Spain
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Indwe PinotageIndwe PinotageThis isn’t your uncle’s pinotage (a grape unique to South Africa) and it’s easy to convince you with this one. Subtle notes of cherry, spice, and a touch of smoke offer up a seductive drinking experience that will put a smile on your face. Give it a try with marinated lamb or an Indian curry.
Grape • Pinotage
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • Named after the blue crane, South Africa’s national bird.
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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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Michel Gassier CerciusMichel Gassier CerciusMichel Gassier tends to most of his vineyards in the Languedoc but has this property a bit further inland in the Rhone valley. The hand harvested grapes that come from his limestone soils dramatically reflect how well Grenache performs here. Try with chicken thighs and black tapenade.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah
Place • Rhone Valley, France
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Bera BrachettoBera BrachettoA touch bubbly, a touch sweet this wine comes from a region particularly well known for massive dry red production. This is at the opposite end of the spectrum with delicate notes of plum and rose that pairs very well with chocolate mousse.
Grape • Brachetto
Place • Piedmont, Italy
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Clos Marie Pic St. Loup "L'Olivette"Clos Marie Pic St. Loup "L'Olivette"The steady hands of winemaker Christophe Peyrus have made this one of, if not the best, winery in the appelation. Hand-harvested, slow fermentation, and indigenous yeasts makes a big difference. This lively showing with layers of blackberry and herbs pairs well with lamb and rosemary.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
Place • Languedoc, France
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PozzanPozzanA perenial favorite, this cabernet whistles across the palate with full flavors of black currant, blackberries, dark chocolate, and coffee beans. There's a hint of vanilla on the finish. A hit with Sunday dinner's pot roast!
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Sonoma, California
FYI • Alexander Valley is the largest region in Sonoma County. -
PrunoPrunoSitting on one of the most prestigious pieces of land in this DO (their neighbor is Vega Sicilia), Finca Villacreces is now the guardian of vineyards that were first planted in the 13th century. With a deep black cherry color this is full of ripe fruit and toffee flavors that pair well with a t-bone.
Grape • Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Ribera del Duero, Spain
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Müller Grossman Grüner Veltliner Großer SatzMüller Grossman Grüner Veltliner Großer SatzFew places grow grüner veltliner and even fewer (actually nobody) who do it as well as the Austrians. From the traditional winemaking region Kremstal comes a perfect example of why this is the darling grape of this country. With bright acidity and minerality, pair this with fish, light past dishes or simply as is.
Grape • Grüner Veltliner
Place • Kremstal, Austria
FYI • Austria’s most important white grape. -
Argiolas Serralori RosatoArgiolas Serralori RosatoJuicy, vibrant and all around crowd-pleaser, this rosato is from Sardinia's leading producer of wine, the Argiolas family. Founded in 1938 on just seven acres the estate has grown in size and prominence. Look for refreshing strawberry notes that pair well with branzino, grilled chicken, and grilled vegetables.
Grape • Cannonau, Monica, Carignano, Bovale
Place • Sardinia, Italy
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Charles Bove RoseCharles Bove RoseThe limestone soil in Vouvray is key to the deliciousness of this wine. Built above an old quarry, the expansive tunnels now make for ideal storing conditions. A little bit of summer in every sip with refreshing notes of raspberry and strawberry. Pairs well with salmon kabob or a Greek salad.
Grape • Cabernet Franc, Gamay
Place • Loire Valley, France
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Achs Lust & LebenAchs Lust & LebenThe majority of wines from Paul Achs are red, not the norm in white-wine centric Austria. His time working in Napa has brought these wines their own style of elegance. With hints of black pepper and a touch of bing cherry and herbs this screams for a well-appointed cheeseboard!
Grape • Zweigelt, St. Laurent, Blaufrankisch
Place • Burgenland, Austria
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Aerena Red HillsAerena Red HillsNestled in the Red Hills of California are the producers behind this cult hit wine that is truly packed full of flavor. With pleasing tannins, this balanced red truly delivers. Delightful notes of cola, fig, dark cherry, clove, and black pepper come through in every sip. Terrific with a pepper-crusted steak.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • North Coast, California
FYI • The vineyards here are at a surprising 2400ft elevation.
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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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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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Dom. Guillemot-Michel Vire-ClesseDom. Guillemot-Michel Vire-ClesseUnquestionably one of the top talents in the Maconnais, Marc Guillemot is responsible for this stunning wine. Meticulous wine making methods results in a complex white that exudes a perfect balance of sweet and salty elements unmatched in this region. Pair with turbot and brown butter.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Macconais is in the southern most point of Burgundy. -
Dom. Charvin Cotes-du-RhoneDom. Charvin Cotes-du-RhoneVines up to 90 years old on sandy soil is part of the magic behind what is essentially a declassified Chateaneuf. This Grenache heavy blend is aromatic an red with notes of black pepper and cassis. It is showing very well now and will pair well with lamb, sausage, and duck.
Grape • Grenache, Mourvedre, Carignan, Syrah
Place • Chateaneuf-du-Pape, France
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IllaheIllaheThis state-of-the-art operation includes everything from gravity-fed vinification to solar power to rainwater harvesting. Modern techniques and top notch south-facing slopes are behind this stellar wine. Full of rich, ripe berry fruit with a hint of tobacco leaf it is amazing with roast chicken.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Willamette Valley, Oregon
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Moreux Sancerre "Bouffants"Moreux Sancerre "Bouffants"This wine comes from a small parcel next to 'Les Damnes' the Grand Cru of Chavignol. Already being called a legendary vintage by many, this exudes brilliant aromatics and quintessential minerality. Outstanding wine with many fish dishes.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • Outcrop of chalk in Sancerre is the same as in Dover, UK. -
Nikolaihof Gruner Veltliner ‘Zwickl’Nikolaihof Gruner Veltliner ‘Zwickl’This estate is one of Austria’s oldest. This complex wine is interactive. It settles so the top 1/3, if poured carefully, is clear, the flavor delicate. Then shake the bottle, as the winery encourages, to create a brioche-like wine. Pairs nicely with fish dishes.
Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Wachau, Austria
FYI • One of the oldest bio-dynamic vineyards in the world. -
Elderton ShirazElderton ShirazToday the second generation is running things at Elderton. Having recently celebrated it's 100th anniversary, it is one of the older vineyards in the Barossa Valley. This full bodied powerhouse has dark rich flavors of blackberry and chocolate. Pair with your favorite grilled steak.
Grape • Syrah
Place • Barossa Valley, Australia
FYI • Screw caps are widely used in the southern hemisphere. -
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. -
Fritz Haag Trocken BraunbergFritz Haag Trocken BraunbergThe amount of history surrounding the vineyards that produce the grapes for this wine go back nearly 500 years. Today the Haag family continue to excel at making the very best their microclimate has to offer. This wine is all about dry - mineral - slate. A marriage of pork and fresh herbs will do best with this.
Grape • Riesling
Place • Mosel, Germany
FYI • Braunberg means "brown mountain". -
Brochard Sancerre TraditionBrochard Sancerre TraditionHubert Brochard's classic masterpiece is a blend of three integral soil types to the Loire Valley: limestone, flint, and clay. The nearly even split between the three vineyard sites results in a classic expression of the grape with citrus, herbs, and floral notes. Pairs well with Salad Nicoise.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • The winery was founded in 1977.
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