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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Rubus Private Selection RuedaRubus Private Selection Rueda"Rubus Private Selection comes from the town of La Seca in the heart of the Rueda region in Northern Spain. Pale yellow color with green highlights, the wine offers clean and crisp aromas of citrus fruits, a refreshing and well-balanced palate of zesty flavors. Pair with fish, chicken and salads."
Grape • Verdejo
Place • Castilla y León, Spain
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D&N PugliaD&N PugliaThis cousin to zinfandel jumps out of the glass with the very first sip. Well structured wine with notes of plum, kitchen spice, and blackberry. This pairs well with short ribs or even a veggie lasagna.
Grape • Primitivo
Place • Puglia, Italy
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Dom. Bousquet Sauvignon BlancDom. Bousquet Sauvignon BlancThe Bousquet family, orginally from Carcassonne, France, set out to make a wine with European elegance. Since 1990 they have produced wines such as this refreshing sauvignon blanc that is full of lime citrus and bright acidity. Makes for a great aperitif.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
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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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Mt. MonsterMt. MonsterSince 1851 the Bryson family has worked the red tinged soils in the Padthaway Valley. This is a great example of where wines from the country are headed. Balanced with attractive berry flavors and hints of violets on the nose, this will pair great with most items off the grill.
Grape • Shiraz
Place • South Australia, Australia
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Legado del Moncayo "Montana"Legado del Moncayo "Montana"Isaac Fernandez is famous for his wines and this generous red crafted from vines that are over 40 years old exemplifies his golden touch. The high elevation helps maintain the grapes freshness. Notes of black cherry and minerality. Pairs well with regional specialty blood pudding and garlic soup.
Grape • Garnacha
Place • Camp de Borja, Spain
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¡buenas! Tempranillo¡buenas! TempranilloThe lively spirit of Spain is captured in every bottle of ¡buenas! Tempranillo. Made by the highly acclaimed, family-owned Viña Bujunda winery, this enjoyable red has notes of black cherry, plum, and a hint of vanilla. It pairs perfectly with casual fare such as tacos.
Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
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Castico RoseCastico RoseThe company was founded in 1924 by José Ferreira Tavares and is now owned and operated by the 3rd Generation of the Matos family. The wine boasts a pink salmon color and intense fresh red fruit aromas of strawberry and raspberry. Slight effervescence. Pair with bbq chicken or other picnic fare.
Grape • Baga, Touriga Nacional, Merlot
Place • Bairrada, Portugal
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Montebuena BlancoMontebuena Blanco"In the mid-1960s, 175 vintners decided to join forces and found the Unión de Cosecheros of Labastida, which currently ranks as the largest co-operative winery in the Basque Country. Dominant white fruit aromas of apple pair well with fresh vegetables and grilled fish."
Grape • Viura, Tempranillo Blanco
Place • Rioja, Spain
FYI • Old vyd. presses, "lagares rupestres", date to the 800's. -
Finca Antigua Cabernet SauvignonFinca Antigua Cabernet SauvignonFinca Antigua translates to "Old Estate" and refers to the long-lived nature of the vines here. As they saying goes "this is a lot of bang for the buck." A full-bodied red with the obvious dark fruit but also an intriguing array of wild herbs. This pairs well with lamb shank or lamb stew.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • La Mancha, Spain
FYI • This region is featured in the famed novel Don Quixote.
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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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Montenigo ValpolicellaMontenigo ValpolicellaThis is the counterpoint to the massive Amarone that this region is so famous for. With light refreshing notes of Morello cherry and persistent minerality, this is more reminiscent of a Cru Beaujolais. Pair with your favorite chicken dish.
Grape • Corvina, Rondinella
Place • Veneto, Italy
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Cuvee French Kiss La Mothe du BarryCuvee French Kiss La Mothe du BarryIf it's been a while since you have had an easy drinking Bordeaux blanc, look no further than this white that is aptly named French Kiss. With a bright acidity and notes of citrus this is a food wine. Pair with chicken and gratin dauphinoise.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris
Place • Bordeaux, France
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VandeaVandeaOver 150 small vineyard sites surrounding the town of Munébrega. All vineyards are located within the limits of D.O. Calatayud. Multiple old mountain vineyards planted in low density without terracing. Traditional dry-farmed viticulture. Delicious with grilled meats and flavorful pastas.
Grape • Garnacha de Aragón
Place • Calatayud, Spain
FYI • This is the oldest clone of Garnacha in the world. -
House of Brown RoseHouse of Brown RoseProduced by women of color, certified sustainable, and vegan-friendly, this is the second label from Brown Estate of Napa. With notes of strawberry, watermelon, and raspberry, this pairs well with lobster rolls, fried fish sandwich, or a watermelon, feta & mint salad.
Grape • Zinfandel, Muscat Blanc, Viognier
Place • Lodi, California
FYI • Brown is the only Black-owned winery in Napa. -
Andrian Finado PGAndrian Finado PGGrowing 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 some hints of stone fruit. Pairs well with shellfish.
Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Alto Adige, Italy
FYI • This is the most northern wine growing region in Italy. -
D-12D-12Made from small parcels in Rioja Alta and Rioja Alvesa this was for years the tank, D-12, kept aside for the growers to drink for themselves. A small amount is now made available each year for distribution. Look for notes of ripe dark fruit, cinnamon, and vanilla. Pairs well with grilled foods.
Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Rioja, Spain
FYI • This wine is aged for three years in American oak. -
Anima NegraAnima NegraA unique red from a dynamic personality from one of the most beautiful islands in the world. A blend of indigenous varietals along with Syrah reveal a complex wine full of dark cherry, dried raspberries, and violets. A wine so big it needs a friend: think duck or lamb.
Grape • Callet, Mantonegre-Fogoneu, Syrah
Place • Mallorca, Spain
FYI • Be sure to try Ensaïmada if you visit. -
Domaine Ollier Taillefer 'Les Collines'Domaine Ollier Taillefer 'Les Collines'The high altitude in this part of SW France with a schist-dominant soil produces naturally low yields. The pair of siblings who run things get the most out of what fruit nature does allow. An absolutely delicious wine with juicy notes of black fruit and a thrilling hint of black tapenade. Pair with beef stew and olives.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Carignan
Place • Languedoc, France
FYI • This region is sometimes described as French Tuscany. -
Ch. Larroque Bordeaux BlancCh. Larroque Bordeaux BlancMarie Christine, the daughter of Henri Ducourt, purchased this prestigious left-bank property in 1979, which lies on the border of the Graves appellation. The vineyard was rapidly replanted and the château building, which dates from 1348, was restored. Aromas of white flowers and citrus. Pair with chicken salad.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Colombard
Place • Bordeaux, France
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Raffault Chinon RoséRaffault Chinon RoséThe first parcel of land cultivated by the Raffault family began in 1693. Fourteen generations later the family continues to produce expressive, highly regarded wines. This rosé is made from the region's most important red varietal. Aromas of ripe berry and cherry fruit make way for bright acidity. Excellent with shrimp.
Grape • Cabernet Franc
Place • Loire, France
FYI • The Loire River is the longest river in France.
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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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Scacciadiavoli Sagrantino di MontefalcoScacciadiavoli Sagrantino di MontefalcoThis is one of the most ancient estates in Montefalco - an area noted for the story of an exorcist using the local red wine to drive away the devil possessing a young woman. So yes, this wine is THAT good, or in our case, that Goodest! Pairs well with game. The only Sagrantino to make Wine Spectator's Top 100.
Grape • Sagrantino
Place • Umbria, Italy
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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. -
Grand Napa Master RedGrand Napa Master Red"From Grand Napa’s home in Rutherford they source fruit from the best vineyards in Napa Valley, including some of its most prestigious sub-appellations - Diamond Mountain, Mt. Veeder, Spring Mountain." Notes of blueberry, dried black currant and tobacco, try pairing with roast lamb.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon ,Cabernet Franc
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • Napa Valley AVA was established in 1981. -
Dry Creek ZinfandelDry Creek ZinfandelStare Wallace headed west after graduating from MIT and discovered the enchantment of wine making in California. From one of their first vineyards comes this excellent and complex Zin with notes of boysenberry, juniper, toasted oak, coriander, mocha, and baking spice.
Grape • Zinfandel
Place • Sonoma County, California
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Black TearsBlack TearsThis malbec comes from high-altitude vineyards in the foothills of the Andes and is sourced from pre-Phylloxera vines. Aged in French oak this wine exudes a confidence of rich black fruit and minerality. An elegant wine that pairs well with bison and a red wine sauce.
Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Only 1800 cases of this wine was produced. -
Santa Barbara Antonucci RiservaSanta Barbara Antonucci RiservaConsidered royalty in the grape world, the long-lived Verdicchio is one of the most pleasing wines to drink. This reserve wine is aged in French barriques which adds to its complexity. Can easily age several years. Pairs well with rabbit in porchetta.
Grape • Verdicchio
Place • Marche, Italy
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Brown Estate Chaos TheoryBrown Estate Chaos Theory"In 1980, the Brown family acquired land in the hills east of Rutherford and in 1995 began bottling under their own name. Their winemaking philosophy is to let Mother Nature guide the way. Ripe notes of dark cherry, plum, licorice, and tobacco. Pair with grilled meat or Harisa spiced roasted chicken."
Grape • Merlot, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zin
Place • Napa Valley, California
FYI • This is the only black-owned vineyard in Napa. -
Romain Papilloud AmandoleyreRomain Papilloud AmandoleyreThe Swiss make wonderful wine but not much of it makes it out of the country. Located in the spectacular Grand Cru village of Vetroz. Named for the almond trees here look for a delicate nuttiness balanced with acidity. Excellent pairing for cheese courses.
Grape • Fendant
Place • Valais, Switzerland
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Selbach-Oster Zeltinger Sonnenhur KabinettSelbach-Oster Zeltinger Sonnenhur KabinettThe all blue Devonian slate of the Zeltinger Sonnenhur site is on a steep south facing slope and is one of the most famed parcels in all of Mosel. The minimalist approach of the Selbach family allows the fruit to truly express itself. Excellent finesse with expressive notes of tropical fruit.
Grape • Riesling
Place • Mosel, Germany
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Domaine Collotte CombereauDomaine Collotte CombereauThe old vines found on this parcel of land owened by Philippe Collotte and his family grow on crinoidal limestone on bedrock. This results in an attractive wine with a silky complexity and prominent notes of plum. We're enjoying this all by itself.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Marsannay is located in the Cote de Nuits.
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