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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Nicolas Sauvignon BlancNicolas Sauvignon BlancClear and brilliant yellow color with green highlights. Bright and clean, with lemony aromas. Slightly mineral on the palate, the wine shows flavors of apple with a hint of grapefruit. Pair with a goat cheese and beet root salad.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Cotes de Gascogne, France
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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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Finca del CastilloFinca del CastilloThe dramatic landscape, with windmills dotting the plains, has lots of room for vineyards. The long days offer plenty of sunshine for the grapes to grow in this expansive region. This approachable wine has flavors of plum and berry with a hint of mint. Easy drinking all on its own.
Grape • Tempranillo
Place • La Mancha, Spain
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Headsnapper SBHeadsnapper SB"The long, cool climate of Marlborough allows the grapes to mature more slowly, bringing complexity and avibrant zing. Racy and refreshing, our Sauvignon Blanc greets the nose with delicious aromas of gooseberry, kiwi-lime and tart green apples."
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Marlborough, New Zealand
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Contrade MalvasiaContrade MalvasiaMade 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
FYI • Puglia is Italy's "heel of the boot." -
Casal Garcia Vinho VerdeCasal Garcia Vinho VerdeA light wine that is marked by its beautiful citric colors and incredible freshness. Its aromatic splendor is revealed through soft hints of tropical fruits and citric aromas. A very balanced wine that leaves a harmonious and citric aftertaste.
Grape • Trajadura, Loureiro, Arinto, Azal
Place • Vinho Verde, Portugal
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Terracos Do TejoTerracos Do TejoFor three generations Casal da Coelheira has produced this food friendly, smile making wine. Balanced with notes of plum, black pepper, and sage it is a great wine to pair with your next pizza.
Grape • Aragonez, Syrah, Castelao
Place • Tejo, Portugal
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Vina Diezmo CrianzaVina Diezmo CrianzaProduced by Bodega Casa Primicia from the part of this region known as Alavese Rioja, The vines have it their stride at 35yo and deliver fruit that is perfect for making this red. With hints of caramel, blueberry compote and balsamic reduction, this is a perfect match-up with a cheeseburger.
Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Rioja, Spain
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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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La Marina Cuvee OceaneLa Marina Cuvee OceaneThe wine is named after the famous marine geological site that is found at the winery where fossils are still found to this day. The flagship wine from Domaine de Ménard, this has notes of tropical fruit and a hint of citrus. Paris well with a tuna sandwich.
Grape • Colombard, Sauvignon Blanc, Ugni Blanc
Place • Gsacony, France
FYI • The first vintage from this winery was 2003.
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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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Ballard Lane ZinfandelBallard Lane ZinfandelNamed for the station master of the Wells Fargo stop that ran through this part of California in the late 1800's. Winemaker Richard Shelton crafted this red that is immediately approachable with silky tannins and classic Zin notes of black pepper. Pair with a black pepper crusted steak.
Grape • Zinfandel
Place • Central Coast, California
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Schloss Gobelsburg GVSchloss Gobelsburg GVThis delicious delight will disappear before your very eyes. This well-balanced wine goes down nice and easy and it's no surprise as this is from one of Austria's top producers. With minerality and a hint of white pepper this goes well with asparagus and hollandaise sauce.
Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Kamptal, Austria
FYI • Schlosskellerei. or Schloss, is a castle or palace. -
Mouton Noir Horseshoes and HandgrenadesMouton Noir Horseshoes and HandgrenadesAndre Mack is a former investor turned winemaker. Steadily working up the ranks as a sommelier he realized his dream of making wine several years ago. Full-bodied with a velvety texture this wine is meant to please from the first sip with notes of blackberry and chocolate.
Grape • Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Rogue Valley, Oregon and Washington State
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Pedroncelli ZinfandelPedroncelli ZinfandelJohn Pedroncelli, Sr. purchased a vineyard and a small winery in Sonoma County's Dry Creek Valley in 1927. The winery has grown since then but still remains true to Zinfandel one of their first varietals. Jammy berry and cherry flavors combine with vanilla, licorice and baking spice. Great with turkey or chili.
Grape • Zinfandel
Place • Sonoma County, California
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Famiglie MerlotFamiglie MerlotDespite the movie Sideways all but crushing this grape out of demand, it has, fortunately, made a comeback since the early 00's. The climate in Umbria is perfectly suited to Merlot. With a gorgeous soft and silky texture this has noticeable notes of black pepper. Delicious with your favorite lamb dish.
Grape • Merlot
Place • Umbria, Italy
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Andriano FinadoAndriano FinadoGrowing in the shadow of Mount Gantkofel, and therefore an even cooler zone than surrounding vineyards, means the grapes need to stay on the vine well into September. The resulting wine is pure genius full of minerality and a degree of salinity making it a perfect match with oysters.
Grape • Pinot Bianco
Place • Alto Adige, Italy
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GordoGordoProduced from gnarley vines grown in the arid lands of south-eastern Spain is this red which serves as an homage to the winemaker's father. Mostly monastrell with a bit of cab, the 40 year-old vines produce a hearty wine full of notes of blackberry. Pair with stew or chili.
Grape • Monastrell, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Yecla, Spain
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Dom. de l'HemoniereDom. de l'HemoniereTouraine is a large area in the Loire Valley that produces a range of wine styles. This sauvignon blanc is a great example of the lively, refreshing whites it can produce. With citrus notes and bright acidity this pairs well with shrimp scampi.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire, Valley, France
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Lamadrid CSLamadrid CSThe design of the label is in reference to finding an open door in Puerto Rico when the family fled Cuba years ago. Three vineyards makeup their holdings that date back to the late 1920's. This wine is full bodied with dark fruit and a hint of raisin. Pair with grilled food, especially chorizo links.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
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Secondo Marco Valpolicella RipassoSecondo Marco Valpolicella RipassoMarco, the son of legendary winemaker Benedetto Speri, broke off several years ago to make his own style of wine. Focused on making his wines imminently food friendly, they tend to be higher in acidity and lower in alcohol than other wines from the region. Pairs very well with mushrooms (think risotto) and beef.
Grape • Corvina, Corvinone
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • This is passed over Amarone skins to gain complexity.
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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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Jeff Runquist PVJeff Runquist PVJeff Runquist loves to champion unique varietals that are usually found in blends but have their own inherent complexity. Grown on an exceptional parcel of land in northern California, this wine exudes jammy notes of blackberry with a bit of dill and black pepper. Pair with a Sunday pot roast.
Grape • Petit Verdot
Place • Amador County, California
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Ch. Haut Plantey, Saint-Emilion Grand CruCh. Haut Plantey, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru"This historic property, which formerly belonged to the abbots of Margaux and is adjacent to Chateau Troplong-Mondot. With notes of blackberries, black currants, cherries, mushrooms and minerals. The palate is full bodied with silky tannins and a long plum finish." Perfect with roast duck.
Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Place • Bordeaux, France
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Casa Agricola Pepe Mendoza PurezaCasa Agricola Pepe Mendoza Pureza"Pureza is: purity, passion, little production" and produced in small amphoras. "It is a white wine with red wine soul" It is unfiltered and unclarified. As such this is a very complex wine to ponder life over. Pair with full flavored seafood.
Grape • Moscatel
Place • Valencia, Spain
FYI • Valencia oranges are not from this area but from the US. -
Ch. Feuillet Traminer AromaticoCh. Feuillet Traminer AromaticoSometimes it takes a big personality to make a big wine. Maurizio Fiorano, who surprisingly showed up to one of the biggest wine shows in the world with only four bottles, is just such a person. Aromatic indeed, the lychee fruit shines through with this white. Pairs well with spicy food, especially Indian and Thai.
Grape • Gewurtztraminer
Place • Aosta Valley, Italy
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Dom. Comte Abbatucci FaustineDom. Comte Abbatucci FaustineJean-Charles runs this domaine and is a believer in all things biodynamic. Whatever is takes to make his grapes happy in the pristine vineyard he is all about - including driving loud speakers through the vineyards playing Corsican polyphonic songs. With notes of tropical fruit and bright acid it pairs well with cheese.
Grape • Vermentino
Place • Ajaccio, Corsica
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Pierre Jean Villa GaminePierre Jean Villa GaminePierre Jean Villa is considered one of the most gifted winegrowers of his generation. He started his winery in 2009. Described as: clean, pure, deep, and elegant. His youngest vines aged in his oldest barrels. Pairs well with beef short ribs braised in red wine and herbs.
Grape • Syrah
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Villa learned to make wine in Burgundy. -
Double Canyon Horse Heaven HillsDouble Canyon Horse Heaven HillsLocated in one of the states warmest appellations, this windswept region is now synonymous with outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon. Named for two ravines that run through the property this is big-wine country. Powerful notes of tobacco, licorice, and kitchen spice pair nicely with beef ribs.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot
Place • Horse Heaven Hills, Washington
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Dom. Grand Veneur "Les Champauvins"Dom. Grand Veneur "Les Champauvins"Literally a "stones throw away" this lieux dits is less than 10ft from the 1936 established boundary that begins Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The three varietals are blended after aging on their own first. Arromatic with notes of cassis, violets, and black pepper. Pairs well with grilled meats and smoked Gouda.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Rocks in the vineyard warm to 131F in the summer. -
The Chocolate BlockThe Chocolate BlockThis winery, Boekenhoutskloof, is the name given by the Dutch to the famed Cape Beech tree. Mark Kent is the owner/winemaker behind this syrah heavy blend. A full-bodied red brooding with notes of black cherry, cherry tobacco, and, yes, chocolate. Pairs well with roast beef.
Grape • Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Swartland, South Africa
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Alphonse Mellot La DemoiselleAlphonse Mellot La DemoiselleFrom one of the most famous producers in Sancerre is this single vineyard wine. Sourced from 70 year-old vines planted on flinty soil on one of the highest points in the region. Incredibly long-lived with notes of citrus, gunpowder, and chives. Pairs well with oysters or veal.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • This grape takes its name from the word sauvage.
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