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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Tres Ojos RosadoTres Ojos RosadoNamed after an ancient pedestrian bridge in northeast Spain's Calatayud region. A fuller-bodied style rose with a red berry profile. It can easily stand-up to heartier fare like beef stew but also plays well with dishes like chicken salad. Serve chilled.
Grape • Garnacha, Tempranillo
Place • Calatayud, 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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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
FYI • Pinot Noir is one of the most delicate red grapes. -
Campo Viejo RiojaCampo Viejo RiojaThis is a unique standout in this region that claims tempranillo as the mainstay. This fresh and fruity red with notes of red berry is a great accompaniment with picnic and social gatherings...meaning it goes great with bbq, burgers, and tacos!
Grape • Garnacha
Place • Rioja, Spain
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Cap CetteCap CetteThis very popular grape from southern sun-drenched France is always a crowd pleaser. The garrigue is peppered with low growing dwarfy bushes that influence the vineyards. Balanced with a delightful zestiness, this is great as an aperitif or paired with fish.
Grape • Picpoul
Place • Languedoc-Rousillon, France
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Dom. de l'HerreDom. de l'HerreCôtes de Gascogne is white wine country and responsible for a large amount of France's white wine production. The Atlantic Ocean influences the climate here and is apparent in this wine. With bright acid and a hint of pear this is a great cocktail sipper. Also pairs well with pigeon stew - a classic dish in Gascony.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Gascony, France
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TintoNegroTintoNegroBorn out of a friendship between two Bodega Catena Zapata alum, this wine was created to reflect "the heart and soul of malbec in Mendoza." I's soft edges with a hint of oak showcase notes of plum and blackberry perfectly. Pair with a beef or chorizo empanada.
Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
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Castelamaure Col des Vents CorbieresCastelamaure Col des Vents CorbieresSuch a big personality from such a small village! They are clearly living the good life in the south of France. Full of damson jam, brambly berry, cassis and black pepper notes this country wine is scrumptious. Tell mom you have the perfect wine to go with Sunday’s roast.
Grape • Carignan, Grenache, Syrah
Place • Corbières, France
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Little Sheep SBLittle Sheep SBThe Little Sheep Sauvignon Blanc is aromatic and lively with citrus aromas and notes of apple and passion fruit. The palate is savory and the finish is expressive and well-balanced. A great pairing with appetizers, shellfish, seafood, salads, grilled vegetables and goat cheese!
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
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Boet Le Roux BlancBoet Le Roux BlancA "fun" wine made by the farmer with a big personality - Boet Le Roux. He is still a champion of this old vine Colombard and tirelessly works with it in the intensely hot conditions of South Africa. Look for hints of apple blossom flowers. Pairs well with fresh salads - or on its own!
Grape • Colombard
Place • Swartland, South Africa
FYI • Colombard was first used to make Cognac
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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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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
FYI • Mouton Noir means Black Sheep in French. -
Inama SoaveInama SoaveThe Veneto, the NE region of Italy where this wine is from, was not always a popular place to plant grapes. Mr. Inama saw a future and in the early 1960's began to show how great the region is for whites such as this. With delicate notes of pear, white peach, and minerality, this delight pairs well with sushi.
Grape • Soave
Place • Soave, Italy
FYI • The grape and the region it is from share the same name. -
Andrea Felici Classico SuperioreAndrea Felici Classico SuperioreAndrea Felici is in the heart of the region located about 600m above sea level they experience dramatic shifts between daytime and nighttime temperatures. They make only two wines, both white, from verdicchio. Staying vibrant even in the warmest vintages, look for notes of minerality. Pair with savory tarts.
Grape • Verdicchio
Place • Marche, Italy
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Ch. FontarecheCh. FontarecheA blend of the important red varietals of the region, the old-vine carignan is produced through carbonic maceration. With notes of blackberry this well-balanced red with an easy finish pairs well with pork loin and fennel or a mature Munster cheese.
Grape • Carignan, Syrah, Mourvedre, Grenache
Place • Corbieres, France
FYI • Nearly 95% of wine from this region is red. -
Venica Collio Pinot GrigioVenica Collio Pinot GrigioNestled in the north-east corner of Italy is this acclaimed family run estate. One of the things that makes this white so memorable is it's beautiful copper hue. This is a REAL pinot grigio full of stone fruit, especially peach. Deliciously pairs with shrimp scampi.
Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Friuli, Italy
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Freelander PNFreelander PNFreelander wines have been made in Napa Valley, CA since the founding. The fruit comes from select vineyards that produce elegant and impressive wines. Aged in French and American oak it shows baked cherry and violet notes rounded out with baking spices. Pairs well with grilled pork tenderloin.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Napa Valley, California
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Clara C Prosecco - Fiori di ProseccoClara C Prosecco - Fiori di ProseccoThe name Fiori di Prosecco (or Prosecco Flowers) is a trademarked brand name that only CANTINÆ CLARA C can use. It means that only the best grapes of Glera - from the heart of the Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore area and Treviso province - can be called "Fiori di Prosecco". Beautiful as an aperitif.
Grape • Glera
Place • Veneto, Italy
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Simmonnet Febvre Des Lyres de ChardonnaySimmonnet Febvre Des Lyres de Chardonnay"The Des Lyres de Chardonnay is a powerful and complex wine at the same time. Aromas of citrus and white flowers accompanied by a nice length. Its lively and frank mouth will reveal a vanilla touch on the finish. It can be paired with fish in sauce, white meats or hard cheese."
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • This famed house is based in Chablis. -
Las Casas de Vaqueria Corral A18Las Casas de Vaqueria Corral A18These grapes are from the producers famed parcel of land known as A18. They use it exclusively for their reserve wines. This Cabernet Sauvignon has an elegant red purplish color with notes of plums, blackberries, and currants with a hint of mint and cloves. Pairs well with grilled meats.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Maule Valley, Chile
FYI • The vines are over 50 years old. -
Hazel & Axe CSHazel & Axe CSProduced from top quality vineyards in Napa Valley, Sonoma County & Mendocino County. Aged 12 months in second use French oak. Notes of blackberry and classic crème de cassis, with a kiss of oak. Well-structured body with velvety tannins and a lingering finish. Pair with grilled fare.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • North Coast, California
FYI • The majority of grapes are from Napa.
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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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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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Dom. la Roubine GigondasDom. la Roubine GigondasEric - a popular figure having previously served as a Paris fireman - and his wife Sophie Ughetto started this winery in 1990 along the foothills of the Dentelles de Montimirail. This is everything you want from this region - controlled power with layers of anise and garrigue. Pairs well with cassoulet.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Eric is currently the Mayor of Gigondas. -
Bonny Doon Vin Gris de CigareBonny Doon Vin Gris de Cigare"Made from bespoke grapes and is not a byproduct of red wine production, per se. The essential principle here is that less is truly more. The wine does not overwhelm, it's charms are seductively subtle." - RG Notes of cassis, rose, and strawberry. Pairs great with crab or oysters.
Grape • Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Mourvedre
Place • Santa Cruz, California
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Cobos CocodriloCobos CocodriloPaul Hobbs is behind this remarkable wine. The hand-harvested fruit that comes from the Lujan de Cuyo and Tunuyan vineyards at nearly 4000 ft is well worth the effort. Full throttle all the way, this American-oak aged wine has notes of blackberry, chocolate, and kitchen spice. Pair with a t-bone.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
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Ch. de la Greffiere Macon La Roche-VineuseCh. de la Greffiere Macon La Roche-VineuseVincent and Isabelle Greuzard represent the fourth generation of his family to run this small estate. As the importer so aptly put it, there may be more expensive wines from the Macon - but none finer. A rounded, rich style in perfect harmony and a excellent example of white Burgundy. Pair with chicken in cream sauce.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
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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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Sean Minor Nicole MarieSean Minor Nicole Marie"Born in Kansas, Sean Minor studied accounting in Arizona before moving to California and falling in love with wine. This unique blend of Merlot, Zinfandel, and Petite Sirah offers high impact and succulent flavors of ripe red fruit and licorice with a hint of blackberry, inviting a pairing of grilled lamb chops."
Grape • Merlot, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • This wine is sustainably made. -
Benito Ferrara SequenzhaBenito Ferrara SequenzhaA richer more full bodied varietal from one of the absolute best white wine producers in southern Italy. A hint of almond, bees wax and white peach. It's velvety texture pairs well with soft cheeses and seafood salads.
Grape • Fiano
Place • Campania, Italy
FYI • Campania translates to "happy countryside." -
Ch. Guiraud Blanc SecCh. Guiraud Blanc SecThe former cellar master at Chateau d'Yquem now runs the property. Long regarded as a "do it our way" producer, they have long employed environmentally friendly practices that are now industry standard. Notes of mango, papaya, and pineapple. Pair with your favorite Thai dish.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Place • Bordeaux, France
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Protos Cosecha '27Protos Cosecha '27Protos ’27 in a homage to those 11 visionaries that founded Protos in 1927. It is a wine where the years of better vineyard techniques and winery research blend together to form a beautiful orchestra of wood and fruit notes. Rich and luscious, this pairs well with a grilled t-bone steak.
Grape • Tinto Fino
Place • Ribera del Duero, Spain
FYI • The region for this appelation is Castilla y Leon.
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