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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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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Les BremaillesLes BremaillesThe wind swept hillside these grapes are grown on is something from a Van Gogh painting. There is enough dip in evening temperatures to help keep these grapes fresh. With notes of cherry, this is a perfect pairing with roast chicken.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Languedoc, France
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Oxford Landing ShirazOxford Landing ShirazOwned by the Hill-Smith Family, the 650 acres they have under vine is an impressive undertaking. The sandy soils help provide the right conditions to showcase the plum and blueberry notes. Incredibly easy to drink. Pairs well with hamburgers.
Grape • Shiraz
Place • South Australia, Australia
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Argiolas CostamolinoArgiolas CostamolinoCostamolino, named for the area it comes from, is an aromatic wine with hints of stone fruit, citrus and a touch of mint. This pleasing summer white is from the Argiolas family, the island's leading producer of fine wines. Great on its own or paired with a host of seafood dishes.
Grape • Vermentino
Place • Sardinia, Italy
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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. -
Illuminati LumeggioIlluminati LumeggioThis 13o year old family run winery is synonymous with excellence when working with the regions darling red grape Montepulciano. Lighter in color may make you think this is a light bodied wine but it is anything but! Dark fruit notes this pairs well with charcuterie.
Grape • Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Place • Abruzzo, Italy
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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
FYI • The most planted white grape in the world is Airén. -
Colimoro Montepulciano D'AbruzzoColimoro Montepulciano D'AbruzzoWhile this region is centrally located in Italy, it identifies with southern Italian cuisine and culture. This well structured red has layers of dried cherry and cedar. It pairs well with salami and other cured meats and will put a smile on your face.
Grape • Montepulciano
Place • Abruzzo, Italy
FYI • Over half of Abruzzo is designated as national parks. -
Santa Julia MalbecSanta Julia MalbecThe darling grape of Argentina is unquestionably malbec. Familia Zuccardi has successfully made their Malbec as popular in Argentina as it is in the US. Delicious berries alongside some spice make this an easy sipper. Pairs perfectly with empanadas.
Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza Argentina
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FronteraFronteraA classic style sauvignon blanc with a bright fruity character with notes of stone fruit. Pair with shrimp cocktail.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Central Valley, Chile
FYI • Central Valley is the largest wine region in Chile.
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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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Mastroberardino RedimoreMastroberardino RedimoreThe Mastroberardino family has made wines near the foothills of Mt. Vesuvius for ten generations. The Italian government has even recognized their efforts to preserve indigenous grapes and viticultural techniques. This well-structured red has notes of dark berries, cocoa and coffee. Try with game or mature cheeses.
Grape • Aglianico
Place • Campania, Italy
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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. -
Perlinas AlbarinoPerlinas AlbarinoAs is traditional in Rias Baixas, these vineyards are all cultivated on traditional pergola that sit 5-6 feet across the ground, promoting air flow and keeping the grapes healthy in this cool and wet climate. Hints of citrus and minerality as well as salinity pair well with fish dishes.
Grape • Albarino
Place • Rias Baixas, Spain
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Pala Chiaro di Stelle RoséPala Chiaro di Stelle RoséThe Pala family started their winery on Italy's second largest island in 1950. A quick 12 hours of skin contact is all that is needed to get the cherry-hued color of this delightful rosé. With light floral notes of red rose and raspberry this is a great companion with cheese like brie or chevre.
Grape • Monica, Carignano, Cannonau
Place • Sardinia, Italy
FYI • The ancient island history dates back 8.5 million years. -
Cava 1312 MestresCava 1312 MestresAcknowledging their historical roots, Mestres named this wine 1312 after discovering documents that showed them as vine growers from that year. They were also the first to register the word cava. Great as an aperitif, this is full of apple, pear and citrus notes. Truly delicious all on its own.
Grape • Macabeu, Xarel-lo, Parellada
Place • Penedes, Spain
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Vinum Red Dirt RedVinum Red Dirt RedThe exact blend of this Rhone-inspired red changes from vintage to vintage but always contains the same combination of varietals. A touch of "California-rustic" shines through this full-bodied wine with supple notes of dark fruit, vanilla, and caramel. Pairs well with lamb, cassoulet, or polenta and mushrooms.
Grape • Syrah, Mourvedre, Grenache
Place • Paso Robles, California
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Pali Wine Riviera Sonoma CoastPali Wine Riviera Sonoma CoastSourced from carefully selected vineyards, including their own sustainably certified estate, this wine captures the unique flavors and complexity of the region's cool climate and oceanic influence. Notes of dark fruit, vanilla, and oak. Pair with thyme and rosemary roasted chicken.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Sonoma Coast, California
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Bread & ButterBread & ButterBeautifully refreshing this is a rosé with one purpose, to make you smile. The fruit is sourced from several Napa vineyards - the secret to keeping it from being ridiculously expensive. With a classic salmon color and notes of raspberry and cherry, this pairs well with goat cheese, and, you guessed it, salmon!
Grape • Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Place • Napa Valley, California
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Dom Bila Haut Blanc ChapouttierDom Bila Haut Blanc ChapouttierPurchased by Michel Chapoutier in 1999, Bila-Haut is located in the best part of the Languedoc. Some grapes come from limestone and clay soils in the Agly Valley; the other part from granite soils at higher altitude (500m, later ripening sites). Rounded style with notes of papaya. Pair with roast chicken.
Grape • Grenache Blanc, Grenache Gris, Macabeo
Place • Languedoc, France
FYI • The front label is in brail. -
Cavalchina Bianco CustozaCavalchina Bianco CustozaCavalchina "created" this wine in 1962 by marketing these three blended grapes under the name Custoza. It helped it stand out and became a huge hit in the cities of Rome and Milan. A hint of orange and Bosc pear, this cheerful wine pairs well with crab dip.
Grape • Fernanda, Trebbiano, Garganega
Place • Veneto, Italy
FYI • The history of this winery dates to 1848.
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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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Bod. Penafiel Miros De RIbera RobleBod. Penafiel Miros De RIbera RobleThis venerable Spanish house always delights. Fresh nose, with wild berries and dark fruits aromas. Additional notes of olive, coffee, and herb. The oak is very well integrated into the wine, providing well layered high toast coffee notes that show a soft aging in oak barrels. Pair with grilled proteins.
Grape • Tempranillo
Place • Ribera Del Duero, Spain
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Gary Farrell Russian RiverGary Farrell Russian RiverThe famous fog that settles in the Russian River Valley overnight and burns off by midday has an enormous impact on the elegant nature of this wine. Blended from pioneer Gary Farrell's top sites, this pinot delivers with layers of mushroom, cherry, and kitchen spice. Pair with coq au vin.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Sonoma County, California
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Le Petit SilexLe Petit SilexThe vineyards are located on slopes and hills separating the historic village of Chavignol and the town of Sancerre. Remarkably aromatic with pretty white flower and fruit fragrances. Notes of citrus, apple and gooseberry with hints of passion fruit. Pairs beautifully with fish.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
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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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Boomtown SyrahBoomtown SyrahWisconsin natives Chad Johnson and Corey Braunel left cushy jobs to follow their dreams and start a winery - this winery -in - 2003. This is a perfect example of a Washington sate red built for the here and now. Notes of plum, cherry, and tobacco this pairs well with a steak fajita.
Grape • Syrah
Place • Columbia Valley, WA
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Ch. Fombrauge Saint-Emilion Grand Cru ClasseCh. Fombrauge Saint-Emilion Grand Cru ClasseBernard Magrez has many wines but this is at the top of their list. An easy drinking red from the start. Rich and opulent with ripe, dense plummy fruit, cassis with hints of chocolate and cedar spice. Powerful, full bodied wine with a round and mouth-filling texture. Pair with lamb or steak.
Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • Bordeaux, France
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Keermont SyrahKeermont SyrahSeveral vineyard sites provide grapes for one Keermont's most important wines. Nearly two years in French oak barrels help provide considerable structure with hints of spice, black pepper, plum, and dried cherry shining through. Pairs well with beef kebobs or grilled portobello mushrooms.
Grape • Syrah
Place • Stellenbosch, South Africa
FYI • Stellenbosch is ZA's most famous appelation. -
St. Michael-Eppan Sanct ValentinSt. Michael-Eppan Sanct ValentinLocated in the hard-to-reach northern range of Italy's famed Dolomite Mountains. "Elegant, intense and complex wine, characterized by its exquisite minerality, fine aromatic, and exceptional ageing property." Perfect with refined seafood dishes, especially with John Dory.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
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Mas Amiel Vertigo BlancMas Amiel Vertigo BlancForgotten for nearly 100 years, Olivier Decelle discovered Mas Amiel in 1999 and brought it back to life. The domaines 226 hectares which were already planted with vines is now the toast of the town. Refreshing with layers of apple blossom, minerality, and white peach. Pairs beautifully with chicken dishes.
Grape • Grenache Blanc, Macabeo, Roussanne, Marsanne
Place • Languedoc-Rousillon, France
FYI • This wine is byodynamic. -
Dry Creek CSDry Creek CSThis lush and elegant Cabernet Sauvignon initially displays aromas of plum, cranberry, and black truffle, followed by nutmeg, black pepper and thyme. A first taste of the full-bodied wine reveals flavors of black cherry, black currant and espresso. Hints of florals and fine leather bolster its richness, while firm tannins.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec
Place • Sonoma County, California
FYI • Aged in French oak for nearly two years.
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