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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Le Terre GuicciardiniLe Terre Guicciardini
When one thinks of an Italian red wine, Chianti is always front and center, and with good reason. The Guicciadrini family have nearly 1,000 years producing wine in Tuscany so they know a thing or two. This easy drinking red with notes of strawberry and plum goes well with a charcuterie board.
Grape • Sangiovese, Canaiolo
Place • Tuscany, Italy
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CollegiataCollegiata
While many wines in Sicily come from the volcanic soil of Mt. Etna, this wine is produced in the Valle del Belice about 300 meters above sea level. Still heavily influenced by the Mediterranean climate, look for notes of green apple and lemon zest. Serve with green olives and Parmesan.
Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Sicily, Italy
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Faisao TintoFaisao Tinto
"Located in the heart of Portugal: DOC Do Tejo occupies almost the same large area as VR Tejo, on either side of the River Tagus as it flows gently along in a south-westerly direction towards its estuary at Lisbon." Bright notes of cherry try with Bacalhau.
Grape • Tinta Roriz, Alfrocheiro, Touriga Nacional
Place • Dao, Portugal
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Quinta da Aveleda Praia Vinho VerdeQuinta da Aveleda Praia Vinho Verde
There is vinho verde and then there is THIS vinho verde. A cut above the rest and it should come as no surprise since three centuries of the same family has made this wine. Lively flavors of, notably lime, beg for a hot summer day. Will keep you smiling all summer long...or until the bottle is empty.
Grape • Arinto, Loureiro, Trajadura, Azal
Place • Vinho Verde, Portugal
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E & M BergerE & M Berger
This perennial favorite in a 1L bottle - because you can't get enough of it - is an ode to summer. It is produced by Erich Berger on loess soils in eastern Kremstal. Light, crisp and refreshing with a hint of flowers and stone fruit it is a perfect picnic wine. Pairs well with fish, chicken and pasta salads.
Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Kremstal, Austria
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Duorum TonsDuorum Tons
Two of Portugal's top oenologists joined forces in 2007 to make this wine. Since it's debut it is regularly considered one of the countries best table wines. The duo continue making it to this day. Dominated by black fruit and prunes this wine pairs perfectly with barbecue, ragù, and hard cheeses.
Grape • Touriga Franca, Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz
Place • Douro, Portugal
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Riebeek ViognierRiebeek Viognier
This unwooded style of Viognier offers an accessible wine with ample body. The color is a brilliant green-gold and the style is dry but fruity. Pair with chicken salad.
Grape • Viognier
Place • Swartland, South Africa
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Bouza de CarrilBouza de Carril
Luis Rodríguez Balsa founded Bouza de Carril in a small sub-region of the area known as Valle do Salnés. The vines are in their prime and producing the classic profile of apple and pear. Great as an aperitif or alongside shrimp cocktail.
Grape • Albarino
Place • Rías Baixas, Spain
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Contrade NegromaroContrade Negromaro
"The Contrade wines are produced in the historic cellars of Masseria Li Veli with grapes from a small group of local farmers. Contrade, from Latin, signifies the parcels of land, bordered by olive trees or other natural features. Notes of blueberry jam, cocoa, licorice. Pair with pasta with legume soup."
Grape • Negromaro
Place • Puglia, Italy
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120 Reserva Special120 Reserva Special
Sustainably grown and hand-picked with herbal aromas mingled with white flowers and fruit. The refreshing palate has nicely balanced acidity and a pleasingly persistent fruity finish, with surprising complexity based on cool, coastal vineyards. Pair with a garden salad
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Central Valley, Chile
FYI • Oceanic waters helps temper the climate.
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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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AdoradaAdorada
Inspired by the seasons of California, wine maker Margaret Leonardi wanted to capture summer in a bottle. With notes of watermelon and honeysuckle and a kiss of rose this is as close as you'll get. Drinks well on it's own or with Caprese salad.
Grape • Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir
Place • Sonoma, California
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Ministry of the VinteriorMinistry of the Vinterior
The wives of winemaker's Chris and Elijah were college roommates. So long before the "Ministry" became a winery, the two were decade-old friends who regularly drank wine over BBQ. Loaded with layers of blueberry, vanilla, and a hint of coffee. Try with skirt steak...or even chocolate!
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon
Place • North Coast, California
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Marco Felluga MerlotMarco Felluga Merlot
In a region famous for its whites there are also, in fact, a few standout reds. Marco Felluga produces this aromatically expressive merlot from two villages near the sea. In its unoaked state this wine shows off the beautifully fragrant qualities of plum, cherry and tobacco.
Grape • Merlot
Place • Friuli, Italy
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Andrian Finado PGAndrian Finado PG
Growing 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
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Mazzolino BonardaMazzolino Bonarda
When the Lombards settled this area in the Dark Ages they brought with them the knowledge of curing meats with salt. Fast forward a bit and "Salame di Varzi DOP" is born. It is an ideal pairing with this wine that is also "of" this region. Crunchy tanins with a hint of fresh herbs on the back palate.
Grape • Croatina
Place • Lombardy, Italy
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Kermit Lynch Vaucluse BlancKermit Lynch Vaucluse Blanc
Kermit is synonymous with excellence and has imported French wines for over 40 years. This refreshing blend of Chardonnay and Viognier brings aromas of fresh sun-kissed peaches and cleansing rainwater, which make this wine an embodiment of a summer day. With a crisp and minerally finish. Pair with poached salmon.
Grape • Viognier, Chardonnay
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • Kermit Lynch is based out of San Francisco. -
Henry Fessy Morgon Les TourellesHenry Fessy Morgon Les Tourelles
One of the ten important crus that make up Beaujolais, Morgon is after only Moulin-a-Vent in terms of body and structure. Hand-picked from their small estate, the intensity of this wine reveals notes of cherry, and kirsch. Pairs well with a variety of foods (think Thanksgiving!).
Grape • Gamay
Place • Beaujolais, France
FYI • Henry Fessy, located in Brouilly, was founded in 1888. -
R Vineyards FieldR Vineyards Field
This cuvee "harkens back to the early days in California when vineyards had different varietals planted together and an entire vineyard would be harvested and vinified together." Aromas of dark cherry, licorice and black pepper. Pair with tacos.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Zinfandel
Place • Napa Valley, California
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Vinum Red Dirt RedVinum Red Dirt Red
The 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
FYI • Paso Robles means "The Pass of the Oaks." -
Ch. MondesirCh. Mondesir
Laurence & Marc Pasquet were so enamored with this land they immediately bought it in 1990. They have progressively improved their wines which are now certified organic. A supple wine with layers of black fruit this pairs well with grilled meats.
Grape • Merlot
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • Property named after two south-facing parcels.
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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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Hillick & HobbsHillick & Hobbs
Paul Hobbs does it again with this vivacious DRY, aka not-sweet, Riesling. Very steep-slopes that are planted horizontally contribute significantly to this wine's personality. Notes of white flowers, minerality and a great long finish make this a wonderful food wine. Pair with fish, grilled sausage, or a summer salad.
Grape • Riesling
Place • Finger Lakes, New York
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Deusyls de La PeiraDeusyls de La Peira
This hard to find beauty is the second white from the estate of La Peira. At nearly 10 years-old, this full bodied blend has taken on the complex flavors one would expect from such a wine. With a deep honeyed color, it's oxidative properties of toasted almonds would pair very well with Veal Marsala.
Grape • Viogner, Rousanne, Marsanne
Place • Languedoc, France
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Barone Pizzini Animante FranciacortaBarone Pizzini Animante Franciacorta
Franciacorta is Italy's famed sparkling wine region and dates back to the 13th century. Since 1870 Pizzini's non-vintage brut epitomizes the very best of the region. The zesty nature of this wine means it pairs incredibly well with seafood risotto and even a Creole style Étouffée.
Grape • Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Bianco
Place • Lombardia, Italy
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Schloss Gobelsburg SteinsetzSchloss Gobelsburg Steinsetz
In the words of the winery: It grows ever more gracious and complex as the vineyard ages; the old radishy-minty briskness is still present but now aligned to a new juiciness and starchy jasmine-rice flavors. Clear, intense, precise, aromatic. Pairs well with pan-seared trout.
Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Kamptal, Austria
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Prager Riesling Steinriegl FederspielPrager Riesling Steinriegl Federspiel
"Toni Bodenstein married into the family in 1990. Bodenstein’s scholarly approach, passion for biodiversity, and brilliant winemaking has elevated Prager to the highest echelon of Austrian wine producers. With high aroma and focused acidity, this pairs well with fish curry."
Grape • Riesling
Place • Wachau, Austria
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Bressia Lagrima CanelaBressia Lagrima Canela
"Walter Bressia, owner and winemaker, has been in the Argentine wine trade for almost 30 years. Walter's concept involves the notion of "Vinos de Autor" (Author's wines) or personalized high quality wines. It has fresh, elegant floral aromas, lent to it by its grape varieties, as well as melon, pear and toasty oak."
Grape • Chardonnay and Semillon
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
FYI • Lagrima Canela means cinnamon tears. -
Matthews ClaretMatthews Claret
This red comes from several small vineyard parcels within Columbia Valley, namely key sites on prestigious Red Mountain, Horse Heaven Hills, and the Royal Slope. Look for notes of dark berries, bramble, cola, and sandalwood. Pair with a filet mignon.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Place • Columbia Valley, Washington
FYI • This area is on the same latitude as Bordeaux. -
Fallwind St. Michael EppanFallwind St. Michael Eppan
The innovative winery is considered one of the best wineries in South Tyrol and Italy. St. Michael Eppan Winery, with its 355 members, 350 hectares of vineyard and 2.5 million bottles sold every year, has become renowned worldwide. Notes of pear and melon, goes well with fish soups.
Grape • Pinot Grigio
Place • Alto Adige, Italy
FYI • Fallwind = evening downdrafts of the Mendola Massif. -
Cloisonne PN Sonoma CoastCloisonne PN Sonoma Coast
This Napa based winery creates special relationships (aka secret sourcing) of grapes to highlight the excellence of growing regions in Napa and Sonoma. This unfined and unfiltered wine will make you smile. Notes of cherry, cola, earth, spice and floral aromas. Pairs well with roast chicken.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Sonoma Coast, California
FYI • Cloisonne is a form of art combining several methods. -
Plouseau Perle Sauvage RosePlouseau Perle Sauvage Rose
"Made with grapes harvested at full maturity, and vinified naturally. A delicate nose with aromas of fresh raspberry and strawberry. On the palate, clear, pure, fresh flavors of red berry, with notes of crushed strawberry and a floral undertone. Pair with delicate fish."
Grape • Cabernet Franc
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • Petillant Naturel means "naturally sparkling."
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