2010 - Present Wine

Expert Review — Vintage 2023

Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points | Seamless and supple with vanilla, dark cherry, and a twist of earthy forest. Sourced from several vineyards in San Benito, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara. Long-lasting, fresh, and approachable with full-bodied weight and breadth supported by supple tannins and spiced oak.

Winemaker Notes

Beautifully lush and supple, this Pinot Noir draws you in with inviting aromas of raspberry, dark cherry, dried sage, and sweet tobacco leaf. Soft, supple tannins frame alluring layers of wild strawberry and Bing cherry, with hints of cracked black pepper and spice on a long, satisfying finish.

About Calera

Calera is one of California’s most storied Pinot Noir producers, founded by Josh Jensen in the 1970s after studying under Burgundy legends. Jensen was among the first to champion limestone soils in California for Pinot Noir — the estate’s name means "lime kiln" in Spanish. This Central Coast bottling blends fruit from across the region to deliver Calera’s signature elegance at an accessible price point.

Tasting & Pairings

Dark cherry, raspberry, wild strawberry, dried sage, sweet tobacco, black pepper, and spiced oak. Full-bodied yet supple with soft tannins and a long finish.

• Roasted duck or quail — the dark fruit and sage notes are a natural match for game birds.
• Grilled salmon with herbs — California Pinot and Pacific salmon, always a winner.
• Mushroom risotto or truffle pasta — the earthy forest character complements umami-rich dishes.

Louis Latour Mâcon-Lugny "Les Genièvres" 2024 | Chardonnay | Burgundy | 750ml

Maison Louis Latour has been one of Burgundy's most trusted names since 1797, and their Mâcon-Lugny "Les Genièvres" is a perennial benchmark for what southern Burgundy Chardonnay can be at an honest price. The vineyard sits high in the village of Lugny — one of the Mâcon region's most celebrated white wine communes, prized for its limestone soils and warm, sun-drenched climate. Lugny was, in fact, one of the only villages in the region planted exclusively with Chardonnay three decades ago, a testament to how well-suited the terroir is to the grape.

The 2024 opens with a brilliant pale gold color and an expressive, floral nose: acacia, honeysuckle, and a delicate thread of vanilla. On the palate it's round and generous, with ripe yellow fruit — peach, golden apple — and an elegant, lingering finish. Unoaked and approachable, this is the kind of white Burgundy that over-delivers at every turn.

• Appellation: Mâcon-Lugny, Burgundy, France
• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2024
• Style: Unoaked, fruit-forward white Burgundy
• Best With: Grilled fish, seafood, Comté, roast chicken, summer salads

Simonnet-Febvre Chablis 2023 | Chardonnay | Chablis, Burgundy | 750ml

Simonnet-Febvre is one of Chablis' oldest and most respected négociants, with roots going back to 1840. Their Chablis is a benchmark expression of the appellation — unoaked, precise, and unmistakably mineral, shaped by the region's famous Kimmeridgian limestone soils packed with ancient marine fossils. This is Chardonnay stripped of all artifice: no oak, no butter, no softening. Just the pure, stony soul of Chablis.

The 2023 vintage opens with a lovely golden shimmer and green reflections. The nose is rich and complex — subtle floral notes, white peach, yellow plum, and that signature mineral undercurrent that only Chablis can deliver. On the palate, it's structured and harmonious, with bright acidity, chardonnay-typical fruit, and an excellent aromatic persistence through the finish.

Wine Spectator 89 Points — "An elegant style, this white evokes white peach, yellow plum and floral aromas and flavors, with fine harmony and expression. Approachable now, leaving a fresh, appealing finish."

• Appellation: Chablis, Burgundy, France
• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2023
• Style: Unoaked, mineral-driven white
• Score: Wine Spectator 89 pts
• Best With: Oysters, shellfish, grilled fish, goat cheese, sushi

67 Wine Somm Series DOCa Rioja Tempranillo 2021 — Rioja Alavesa, Spain

The 67 Wine Somm Series is curated by Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67 Wine’s in-house sommelier and Spain specialist. Each selection is Oscar’s personal search for wines that over-deliver on quality relative to price — bottles he would pour at his own table. This Rioja Tempranillo is a direct expression of that philosophy: a classic, food-friendly red from one of Spain’s most celebrated appellations at an everyday price.

Sourced from Rioja Alavesa — the northernmost and most elevated sub-zone of the DOCa Rioja, situated in the Basque Country — this 100% Tempranillo benefits from limestone-clay soils and a cooler, Atlantic-influenced climate that produces wines with brighter acidity, more aromatic lift, and greater elegance than those from the warmer Rioja Alta and Rioja Baja. Widely regarded as Rioja’s most terroir-expressive zone.

The 2021 delivers exactly what great everyday Rioja should: red berries, plums, and vanilla on the nose, a medium-bodied palate with good consistency and structure, and a very pleasant, clean finish.

Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67 Wine Sommelier — “Red berries, plums, and vanilla. Medium-bodied with good consistency on the palate. Very pleasant finish.”

• Curated by: Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67 Wine Sommelier & Spain Buyer
• Producer: 67 Wine Somm Series
• Vintage: 2021
• Appellation: DOCa Rioja (Rioja Alavesa)
• Varietal: 100% Tempranillo
• Format: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Red berries, plum, vanilla, medium-bodied, clean finish
• Best Paired With: Roast lamb, grilled chorizo, patatas bravas, aged Manchego, Spanish tapas

Classic Rioja Alavesa at an honest price — Oscar’s pick for the table, every night of the week.

Few wine regions on earth are as singular as Mount Etna. Perched on an active volcano on Sicily's northeastern flank, the vineyards here grow in ancient lava soils at elevations that would be extreme anywhere else in Italy. Benanti is the family that put Etna on the modern wine map — pioneers who recognized the potential of indigenous varieties like Carricante long before the rest of the world caught on. Their Etna Bianco is 100% Carricante, the white grape native to the volcano's eastern slopes, and it is a pure, unfiltered expression of place: bone-dry, lean, and electric, with a stony minerality and saline edge that no other terroir can replicate. Grapefruit, tart orchard fruit, and a whisper of white flowers on the nose; crisp, driving acidity on the palate; and a long, clean finish that lingers with volcanic energy. Serve well chilled and let the mountain do the talking.

• Appellation: Etna Bianco DOC, Sicily, Italy
• Varietal: 100% Carricante
• Vintage: 2024
• Format: 750ml
• Style: Bone-dry, high-acid, volcanic white
• Serve: Well chilled, 46–50°F

Benanti  Etna Bianco DOC  2024

Tasting Notes

Grapefruit, saline, stony minerality, and tart orchard fruit. Bone-dry and lean with vivid acidity and a long, clean volcanic finish.

Pairing Suggestions

• Ricotta with citrus rind — a Sicilian classic that mirrors the wine’s grapefruit and saline notes.
• Grilled swordfish or tuna — the minerality and acidity stand up to meaty fish.
• Lemon pasta or seafood risotto — the wine’s citrus energy and salinity are a natural match.

67 Wine Picks

"A thrill-seeking wine from the volcanic region of Mt. Etna. Benanti showcases 100% Carricante at its best — complexity on the nose with aromas of grapefruit, saline, and fresh acidity with lots of minerality. A pure varietal expression, full of life, vibrant, energetic, with a lingering finish." — Debra 67wino.shop

Winemaker Description

The Bread and Butter Wine Chardonnay California 2024 is a rich and memorable California Chardonnay with creamy notes of vanilla bean, almond, and a touch of tropical fruit. Balanced acidity and savory oak lead to a long, smooth finish — approachable and satisfying from the very first pour.

Pairing Suggestions

• Poultry: Roasted chicken, turkey with gravy, or creamy chicken pasta.
• Seafood: Buttery lobster, crab cakes, or pan-seared halibut.
• Casual: Mac and cheese, soft cheeses, or a classic Caesar salad.

Critical Acclaim

Wine Enthusiast — 91 Points
"This cru bourgeois estate has produced a generously rich wine. Dense tannins and balanced acidity come from a texture that offers dusty tannins and ripe blackberry fruits. Drink from 2021."

Winemaker Description

Deep red berry aromas underscored by black pepper, crushed herbs, and licorice. Lean and elegant on the palate with lovely red currant flavors, very fine tannins, a pleasingly chewy texture, and spice on the finish.

Primary Varietals - Cabernet Sauvignon with some Merlot, Cabernet Franc

About Château Haut Queyran

Château Haut Queyran is a Cru Bourgeois estate in the Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, producing structured, terroir-driven reds from the classic Bordeaux varieties — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. The Cru Bourgeois classification, reinstated in 2020 after rigorous quality audits, recognizes estates that consistently deliver quality above their price point. At under $30, Haut Queyran represents one of the most compelling value propositions in the Médoc, offering genuine Bordeaux structure and aging potential without the grand cru price tag.

Food Pairings

Roast lamb, grilled ribeye, duck confit, mushroom risotto, and aged hard cheeses. Decant 30–60 minutes before serving; will continue to develop through 2028.

Product Details

• Producer: Château Haut Queyran
• Appellation: Médoc AOC, Bordeaux, France
• Classification: Cru Bourgeois
• Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
• Vintage: 2018
• Style: Structured, elegant Bordeaux red
• Drink: Now–2028 (decant 30–60 min)
• Format: 750ml

MacRostie Winery and Vineyards Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2023 — Sonoma Coast, California

MacRostie Winery and Vineyards has been one of Sonoma Coast’s most dedicated Chardonnay producers since 1987, when Steve MacRostie began crafting wines that prioritized site expression over winemaking intervention. The Sonoma Coast AVA — with its cool Pacific-influenced climate, morning fog, and well-drained hillside soils — is one of California’s premier addresses for Chardonnay, producing wines with the kind of natural acidity and aromatic complexity that sets them apart from warmer inland bottlings.

The 2023 opens with beautiful aromas of tropical fruit, melon, and perfumed lemon mingling with hints of slate, wet chalk, and intriguing floral notes of jasmine and orange blossom. On the velvety palate, pineapple and guava give way to layers of stone fruit, Key lime pie, Asian pear, and yellow apple, all flowing to a long, luxurious finish. James Suckling awarded it 90 points, noting “plenty of ripe, succulent fruit on a full body and a smooth, rounded texture.”

James Suckling 90 — “Applesauce, pineapple, brown butter and vanilla bean flavors give ample richness.”

• Producer: MacRostie Winery and Vineyards, Sonoma Coast, California
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Sonoma Coast AVA
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Closure: Screwcap
• Farming: Sustainable
• Format: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Tropical fruit, melon, lemon, jasmine, orange blossom, pineapple, guava, stone fruit, Key lime, Asian pear, brown butter, vanilla
• Best Paired With: Grilled halibut, lobster bisque, roasted chicken, creamy pasta, soft cheeses, crab cakes

Sonoma Coast Chardonnay at its most expressive — MacRostie delivers complexity and elegance at an honest price.

Feudi di San Gregorio Falanghina del Sannio — Campania, Italy 2023

Feudi di San Gregorio is the standard-bearer for modern Campanian winemaking — a producer that has done more than any other to bring the ancient indigenous grapes of southern Italy to international attention. Their Falanghina del Sannio is sourced from the volcanic soils of the Sannio DOC in Campania's Benevento province, where the Falanghina grape has been cultivated since antiquity. Fermented in stainless steel to preserve freshness and aromatic purity, the 2023 vintage is a textbook expression of this underrated southern Italian white — vibrant, mineral, and effortlessly food-friendly.

The color is a brilliant straw yellow with green reflections. The nose is intense and persistent: jasmine, acacia honey, lemon, lime blossom, a touch of nutmeg, and clean aromas of salt and wet stone. On the palate, lively acidity turns those citrus notes bubbly, contrasting beautifully with a honeyed, mouth-filling texture that is medium-bodied and lightly creamy. The finish is clean, fresh, and mineral-driven. Drink now through 2026.

James Suckling 90 — "Fresh and pretty, showing lemon, lime blossom and a touch of nutmeg. Medium-bodied and lightly creamy in texture." | Wine Enthusiast 90 — "Lively acid turns citrus notes bubbly, contrasting with a honeyed, mouth-filling texture."

• Producer: Feudi di San Gregorio, Sorbo Serpico, Campania, Italy
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Falanghina del Sannio DOC
• Varietal: 100% Falanghina
• Vinification: Stainless steel fermentation
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Jasmine, acacia honey, lemon, lime blossom, wet stone, nutmeg, creamy finish
• Drink: Now through 2026
• Best Paired With: Aperitivo, seafood, grilled fish, vegetable dishes, fresh cheeses, light appetizers

A brilliant ambassador for Campanian white wine — Feudi di San Gregorio's Falanghina is fresh, mineral, and made for the table.

La Spinetta Barbera d’Asti Superiore Ca’ di Pian Organic — Piedmont 2023

La Spinetta is one of Piedmont’s most celebrated estates, founded by Giorgio Rivetti in Castagnole delle Lanze. Rivetti is widely credited with modernizing Barbera d’Asti — bringing precision viticulture, organic farming, and meticulous cellar work to a variety long underestimated in the region. Ca’ di Pian, sourced from Castagnole delle Lanze and Costigliole d’Asti, is La Spinetta’s entry-level Barbera — yet it consistently punches well above its price, earning critical acclaim vintage after vintage. The estate farms entirely without synthetic pesticides or herbicides, expressing the purest possible fruit from its Piedmontese terroir.

The 2023 is soft, supple, and immediately captivating. A burst of blueberry, black cherry, morello cherry, spice, lavender, menthol, and chocolate gives the wine tremendous appeal and versatility. Fresh, fruit-forward, and beautifully balanced — an especially fine edition of this beloved cuvée.

“A terrific value… tons of immediacy and sheer appeal.” — Vinous, 90 Points

• Producer: La Spinetta, Castagnole delle Lanze, Piedmont, Italy
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Barbera d’Asti Superiore DOC
• Vineyard: Ca’ di Pian (Castagnole delle Lanze & Costigliole d’Asti)
• Varietal: 100% Barbera
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Blueberry, black cherry, morello cherry, spice, lavender, menthol, chocolate
• Best Paired With: Cured meats, soft cheeses, Piedmontese agnolotti, roast veal, grilled meats, mushroom dishes

Giorgio Rivetti’s benchmark Barbera — organic, expressive, and one of Piedmont’s great values under $30.

Jean Loron Château de Mirande Mâcon-Villages — Burgundy 2023

Jean Loron is one of Burgundy’s most respected négociant-éleveurs, with roots in the Mâconnais stretching back generations. The Château de Mirande Mâcon-Villages is a textbook expression of what this southern Burgundy appellation does best — pure, unoaked Chardonnay of genuine depth and freshness, sourced from vines averaging forty years of age. Aged for six months on the lees without any oak contact, the wine develops natural richness, structure, and complexity while preserving the bright, citrus-driven character that defines great Mâcon-Villages. An outstanding value in White Burgundy.

The nose is open and intense: citrus fruits, ripe pear, and a hint of butter. On the palate, it is juicy and full — the forty-year-old vines deliver genuine depth and concentration, while the lees aging adds a creamy, textured mid-palate. The finish is long, crisp, and refreshing, with a clean mineral precision that invites another glass.

67 Wine — “Château de Mirande is the Mâcon-Villages that reminds you why White Burgundy became famous — pure Chardonnay, old vines, and six months on the lees. Unoaked, honest, and delicious.”

• Producer: Jean Loron, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Mâcon-Villages AOC
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Vine Age: 40 years average
• Aging: 6 months on lees, unoaked
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Citrus, ripe pear, butter, creamy mid-palate, crisp mineral finish
• Best Paired With: Grilled fish, oysters, roast chicken, goat cheese, creamy pasta, charcuterie

Forty-year-old vines, six months on lees, zero oak — Jean Loron’s Château de Mirande is Mâcon-Villages at its most honest and compelling.

Expert Review – Vintage 2023

James Suckling – 90 Points
Sour cherries, sultanas, dried oranges and sweet spices on the nose, followed by a medium- to full-bodied, jammy and lightly sweet-sour palate. Ripe tannins.

Winemaker's Notes

Broad, ripe black fruit and spice aromas, with notes of pepper, toasty vanilla and Mediterranean scrub. On the palate, the wine has a robust, concentrated character, a firm structure, and small black fruit and licorice notes on the aftertaste.

"Piluna" translates to "pot of clay" — an ancient vessel once used to store water or wine.

Terroir & Vinification

This 100% Primitivo is grown from vineyards surrounding the ancient Castello Monaci estate in Salento, Apulia. Soils are a blend of dry clay, volcanic gravel, and limestone, forcing vines deep in search of water — yielding low crops and rich, fragrant fruit.

Harvest is done by hand before dawn to preserve sugar levels and avoid the heat. Grapes are vinified in small stainless steel tanks, then aged 6 months in 75% stainless steel and 25% 2nd and 3rd use French oak. 300,000 bottles produced.

Château de Pitray | Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux | 2019

Right Bank Bordeaux that punches well above its price. The 2019 Château de Pitray is a blend of 75% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Malbec — a classic Castillon formula that delivers old-world charm with immediate drinkability. Expect a bouquet of blackberry, currant, and dried herbs with a subtle marine note and a whisper of Japanese nori. On the palate, the texture is soft and velvety, with supple tannins, nicely judged acidity, and a fresh, clean finish. Dense enough to reward a few more years in the cellar, yet approachable right now — the kind of bottle that earns its place at a Sunday supper without a second thought.

• Appellation: Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux, France
• Blend: 75% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc, 2% Malbec
• Vintage: 2019
• Format: 750ml
• Drink Window: Now – 2030+

Critical Acclaim — Vintage 2019

Wine Enthusiast — Roger Voss | 91 Points: Soft and velvety in texture, this wine is full of ripe fruit. Cushioned by the texture, the tannins are dense enough to promise aging to this wine with potential. Drink from 2024.

James Suckling | 91 Points: Aromas of berries and mushrooms with some fresh herbs. Some currants, too. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Very drinkable now, but will age beautifully. Best after 2023.

Neal Martin, Vinous: Old school bouquet with blackberry and light marine scents, a touch of Japanese nori. Medium-bodied with supple, soft tannins. Nicely judged acidity — a Pitray that has charm and drinkability.

67 Wine Picks

"Drinks above its price tag! There's a medley of secondary and even tertiary aromas and flavors in this wine that always fits the bill for a laid-back Sunday Supper." — Oscar

Bodegas Martinez Lacuesta Hinia — Rioja Reserva 2014

Bodegas Martinez Lacuesta is one of Haro's most storied producers, crafting wines in the historic heart of Rioja Alta since 1895. Hinia — named for the fossilized shells found in the vineyard soils, remnants of an ancient sea that once covered the entire region — is a homage to the refined, classic wines that made Haro famous. A traditional Rioja blend of Tempranillo, Graciano, and Mazuelo, it was aged for 36 months in American oak with natural alcoholic and malolactic fermentation, producing a wine of genuine complexity and elegance.

Deep cherry red in the glass with an aromatic nose of ripe black fruit, spiced plums, tobacco leaf, balsamic, and a seductive layer of vanilla, caramel, and chocolate from the extended oak aging. On the palate, it is full-bodied with palate-coating tannins, vibrant citrus zest energy, and a long, persistent finish of ripe cherry and vanilla blossom. Balanced, opulent, and built to last.

Wine Enthusiast 93 Points — Elaine Chukan Brown | "Spiced and ripe plums and cherries gain the energy of citrus zest, and the opulence of vanilla blossom and a drizzle of balsamic. Balanced with great persistence for a pleasurable wine." (Vintage 2014).

• Producer: Bodegas Martinez Lacuesta, Haro, Rioja Alta, Spain
• Founded: 1895
• Vintage: 2014
• Appellation: Rioja DOCa (Rioja Alavesa)
• Varietals: Tempranillo, Graciano & Mazuelo
• Aging: 36 months in American oak
• Classification: Reserva
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Ripe black fruit, spiced plum, cherry, tobacco, balsamic, vanilla, caramel, chocolate, long finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2030
• Best Paired With: Roast lamb, braised short ribs, Manchego, charcuterie, grilled ribeye, mushroom risotto
• Serve: 60–65°F, decant 30 minutes

93 points from Wine Enthusiast — Hinia is classic Rioja at its most refined: a wine that honors a century of winemaking tradition in Haro.

Winemaker Description

Complex on the nose with aromas of black fruits, woody and spicy notes. On the palate, the expression is harmonious and balanced with ripe fruit and a toasted character. Silky tannins make this a perfect expression of the spirit of the Crus Bourgeois.

Critical Acclaim — Vintage 2018

Vinous (Neal Martin) — 92 Points
"The 2018 Prieuré de Beyzac has a really lovely bouquet of perfumed red cherries and wild strawberry with well-integrated oak. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, pinpoint acidity, and great precision toward the finish. This is one of the outstanding Cru Bourgeois of the vintage. Absolutely superb. Drinking 2023–2035."

Decanter (Georgina Hindle) — 92 Points
"Sweet red cherry and vanilla nose. Forward and energetic, with tannic weight, freshness, and very glossy fruit and oak on the palate. Drinking 2023–2030."

James Suckling — 91 Points
"Aromas of stewed blackberries, dried violets, walnuts, and dark chocolate. Medium-to-full-bodied with firm, chalky tannins. Chewy and structured. Try from 2023."

About Château Prieuré de Beyzac

Château Prieuré de Beyzac is a Cru Bourgeois estate in the Haut-Médoc appellation of Bordeaux, producing structured, terroir-driven reds from the classic Bordeaux varieties — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. The 2018 vintage is widely regarded as one of the greatest in recent Bordeaux history, combining exceptional ripeness with natural freshness and structure. At under $25, Prieuré de Beyzac represents outstanding value for a wine earning 92-point scores from both Vinous and Decanter — and named one of the outstanding Cru Bourgeois of the vintage by Neal Martin.

Food Pairings

Roast lamb, grilled ribeye, duck confit, braised short ribs, mushroom-based dishes, and aged hard cheeses. Decant 30–60 minutes before serving; will continue to develop through 2035.

Product Details

• Producer: Château Prieuré de Beyzac
• Appellation: Haut-Médoc AOC, Bordeaux, France
• Classification: Cru Bourgeois
• Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
• Vintage: 2018
• Style: Medium-to-full-bodied, precise, cellar-worthy Bordeaux
• Drink: Now–2035 (decant 30–60 min)
• Format: 750ml

Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon — Paso Robles 2023

For over 40 years, Liberty School has been a dinner table staple — a reliably delicious, generously priced Cabernet Sauvignon from one of California’s most exciting wine regions. Produced by Hope Family Wines in Paso Robles, the 2023 vintage continues the tradition: approachable, food-friendly, and built to please.

The wine pours a rich ruby with inviting aromas of fresh vanilla, lush red fruit, and subtle herbaceous nuances. On the palate, bright cherry mingles with warm cocoa and sweet oak, leading to an unbelievably smooth finish with soft, gorgeous tannins that make this wine as easy to love as it is to drink.

• Producer: Liberty School / Hope Family Wines, Paso Robles, California
• Vintage: 2023
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Fresh vanilla, red cherry, lush red fruit, cocoa, sweet oak, soft tannins
• Best Paired With: Grilled steaks, burgers, red sauce pasta, lamb, hard cheeses

A 40-year track record of over-delivering — Liberty School is the Cab you reach for when you want something great without thinking twice.

Apothic Red Winemaker’s Blend — California 2023

Apothic Red is one of California's most recognizable and best-selling red blends — a wine built for immediate pleasure, with a rich, layered style that has earned it a devoted following since its debut. The 2023 Winemaker's Blend is crafted from a multi-varietal California blend — Zinfandel, Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon — aged on multiple types of oak to build complexity and draw out notes of vanilla, mocha, and toffee. The result is a full-bodied, velvety red that overdelivers at its price point and works equally well on a weeknight or at a dinner party.

The nose is intense and inviting: rhubarb, black cherry, dark plum, mocha, and chocolate, with warm accents of brown spice and vanilla from the oak aging. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and plush with a velvety mouthfeel, rich dark fruit, and a smooth, lingering finish. It is approachable, crowd-pleasing, and deeply satisfying — the kind of red blend that disappears fast.

“Apothic Red reveals intense fruit aromas and flavors of rhubarb and black cherry, complemented by hints of mocha, chocolate, brown spice and vanilla. The plush, velvety mouthfeel and smooth finish round out this intriguing, full-bodied red blend.” — Winemaker’s Notes

• Producer: Apothic Wines, Modesto, California
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: California
• Varietal: Red Blend — Zinfandel, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
• Aging: Multi-oak aging for vanilla, mocha & toffee complexity
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Rhubarb, black cherry, dark plum, mocha, chocolate, brown spice, vanilla, velvety finish
• Best Paired With: BBQ ribs, grilled burgers, pasta bolognese, aged cheddar, dark chocolate

California’s most beloved red blend at an honest price — Apothic Red is the benchmark for what approachable, oak-aged, multi-varietal California red can deliver.

Expert Review - Vintage 2022

The Wine Spectator 90 Points | Black cherry and plum fruit signals this rich, round red. Boysenberry, eucalyptus and lavender notes chime in as this remains focused on the long finish. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2027. 

Winemaker Description 

The charm of Mongrana does not take long to reveal. Well-defined aromas of ripe fruit, morello cherry, blackberry and blueberry jump out of the glass, anticipating a complex bouquet of kirsch, ivy, and pine needles, enriched by a touch of licorice. On the palate, it offers a juicy, fresh sip with soft tannins. The long finale is savory, with a mineral note that persists in the mouth.

Like the untamed nature of Maremma, Mongrana is vibrant and intense, a charming red wine to drink on its own, or pair easily with a variety of flavors.

Blend: 50% Sangiovese, 25% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon

67Wine Somm Series Rosé — Rioja, Spain 2024

The 67Wine Somm Series Rosé is the house rosé we’ve always wanted — and the 2024 vintage is its most vibrant expression yet. Curated by Oscar Garcia Moncada, our in-house Wine Buyer, this Grenache-based rosé is sourced from Rioja, where warm days and cool nights produce fruit of exceptional purity and freshness. It is the kind of bottle that disappears fast: pale pink, effortlessly refreshing, and priced to drink without hesitation.

The nose is bright and inviting: fresh-cut watermelon, wild strawberries, cranberries, and ripe raspberries. On the palate, it is medium-light in body with crisp, beautifully integrated acidity and a finish that is dry, clean, and endlessly thirst-quenching. A pure, delicious expression — perfect for picnics, beach days, or an easygoing lunch in the sun.

“Pale pink in the glass, it opens with vibrant aromas of fresh-cut watermelon, wild strawberries, cranberries, and ripe raspberries. Crisp, beautifully integrated acidity, dry and effortlessly refreshing.” — Oscar Garcia Moncada, Wine Buyer, 67Wine

• Producer: 67Wine Somm Series, curated by Oscar Garcia Moncada
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Rioja, Spain
• Varietal: Grenache (Garnacha)
• Style: Dry rosé
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Watermelon, wild strawberry, cranberry, raspberry, crisp acidity, dry finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now — best enjoyed young and fresh
• Best Paired With: Grilled shrimp, summer salads, charcuterie, light pasta, ceviche, or simply on its own

Bright, dry, and made for summer — the 67Wine Somm Series Rosé is the benchmark for what a house rosé should be.

Our Professional Review — Oscar Garcia Moncada

In September 2022, I had the pleasure of traveling to Rioja, Spain, to visit one of my favorite producers: Bodegas Perica. Located in the picturesque village of San Asensio in La Rioja Alta, Bodegas Perica has been a bastion of winemaking tradition for three generations. The winery was in the midst of harvest, and I was fortunate enough to participate—gaining firsthand insight into the rigorous grape selection process that defines Bodegas Perica’s approach.

Anyone who has experienced a wine harvest understands the backbreaking labor involved in hand-harvesting: long hours, quick reflexes, and relentless speed. Yet despite the physical demands, the reward is undeniable—gathering at the end of the day to share a hearty meal and plenty of wine with a community united by purpose and passion.

David García Ábalos, the current owner of Bodegas Perica, and Zigor Cornago García, Director of Commerce, graciously gave me a personal tour of the winery, cellar, and production facilities. Perica stands out for using only estate-grown grapes from its own vineyards—a true commitment to quality and terroir. The winery also ages its Crianzas in 225-liter French oak barrels, and notably, many of its wines undergo extended aging beyond the minimum requirements set by the Rioja DOCa.

Founded in 1912 by Don Juan García, Bodegas Perica now cultivates over 150 hectares of vineyards in the prestigious Rioja Alta subregion, known for producing some of the finest expressions of Tempranillo.

This visit was especially meaningful to me, as it culminated in a tasting straight from the barrel to select the next wine for a private label project with 67Wine. After exploring a range of vintages and barrels, I ultimately chose the 2020 vintage. For me, it hit all the right notes—vibrant fruit, layered aromas, balanced structure, integrated tannins, and just the right touch of acidity. This wine is layered with nuances of tobacco, perfectly matured red fruit, and a touch of vanilla.

This superb Crianza, aged for up to 16 months in barrel followed by further aging in bottle, overdelivers in both quality and value. It drinks more like a Reserva—a testament to the exceptional fruit quality grown in Viña Olagosa in La Rioja Alta and to the meticulous work of the Bodegas Perica winemaking team.

Tasting Notes

Color: Medium garnet

Nose: Enticing aromas of red and black fruit — strawberries, raspberries, black cherry, and blackberry — with subtle hints of tobacco, cedar, and vanilla.

Palate: Medium-bodied with great balance. Acidity, tannins, and alcohol are all in harmony. Black cherry, strawberries, and raspberries intermingle with notes of tobacco, dried mushrooms, and a touch of eucalyptus.

Finish: Clean and pleasant with a long-lasting mouthfeel.

Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67Wine

Food Pairings

Steaks, grilled tuna, roasted poultry, BBQ, and burgers.

Product Details

• Producer: Bodegas Perica
• Vineyard: Viña Olagosa
• Appellation: Rioja DOCa, Rioja Alta, Spain
• Blend: Tempranillo, Garnacha, Mazuelo
• Aging: Up to 16 months in 225L French oak barrels
• Vintage: 2020
• Style: Medium-bodied, elegant Rioja Crianza
• Format: 750ml

Expert Review — Vintage 2024

James Suckling 93 Points | A ripe but balanced wine with plenty of golden apple and Bartlett pear flavors on a smooth, buttery texture. Some green apple acidity brightens up the ripeness, lifting vanilla bean, toast, and butterscotch nuances. Full-bodied.

Winemaker Description

Decoy Limited represents the elevated tier of the Decoy lineup — where the standard Decoy Chardonnay draws from across California, the Limited label focuses strictly on the cooler maritime vineyards of the Sonoma Coast, delivering more precision, depth, and structural complexity. The 2024 growing season brought a cool, wet winter and moderate spring, with harvest beginning mid-September. Strategic leafing and crop adjustments yielded white wines with fresh aromatics and lively acidity.

Food Pairings

Dungeness crab with drawn butter, lobster rolls, seared scallops, roasted chicken with cream-and-mushroom sauce, Fettuccine Alfredo, roasted squash with sage butter, and truffle mushroom risotto.

67 Wine Petit Somm Series Pinot Noir — Valle Central, Chile 2023

The 67 Wine Petit Somm Series® is a project created by our in-house buyer and sommelier Oscar Garcia Moncada — a meticulously curated collection of high-quality, value-driven wines sourced from world-class regions and brought to life with labels celebrating iconic New York City neighborhoods and landmarks. Each wine in the series is personally selected by Oscar to deliver genuine varietal character and regional typicity at an exceptional everyday price point: the kind of bottle a knowledgeable sommelier would reach for without hesitation, now available to every 67Wine customer. The Petit Somm Pinot Noir is sourced from Chile's Valle Central — one of South America's most productive and versatile wine regions, where the combination of warm days, cool nights, and Andean snowmelt irrigation creates ideal conditions for growing fresh, elegant Pinot Noir with excellent natural acidity and vibrant red fruit character.

The nose is inviting and expressive: strawberry and spiced wood with a fresh, lifted quality. On the palate, it is smooth and round with excellent structure and balance — fresh red fruit, soft tannins, and a clean, lingering finish. 100% Pinot Noir crafted to deliver the freshness and elegance of the variety at a price that overdelivers at every pour.

"A meticulously curated collection of high-quality, value-driven wines. Each label features iconic NYC neighborhoods and landmarks, bringing a New York spirit to world-class wine regions." — Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67Wine Buyer & Sommelier

• Label: 67 Wine Petit Somm Series®
• Curated by: Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67Wine Buyer & Sommelier
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Valle Central, Chile
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Strawberry, spiced wood, smooth and round, fresh red fruit, soft tannins, clean finish
• Style: Light-to-medium bodied, fresh, elegant
• Drink: Now
• Best Paired With: Beef carpaccio with capers, charcuterie and cured meats, mushroom risotto, roasted duck, grilled salmon

New York spirit, Chilean terroir, sommelier-curated — 67 Wine Petit Somm Pinot Noir 2023 is fresh, elegant, and one of the best values on the shelf.

The world’s most iconic Provence rosé, now in a certified Kosher expression — Whispering Angel from Château d’Esclans is the benchmark by which all modern rosé is measured. Pale, elegant, and endlessly drinkable, it brings the sun-drenched terroir of the Côtes de Provence to your glass with effortless sophistication.

Critical Acclaim

James Suckling — 91 Points
"A silky, seductive and saline Côtes de Provence rosé with aromas of small berries, red currants and salt. It’s medium-bodied, succulent, fresh and playful, with a caressing texture and a vivid, saline finish."

The Wine

Crafted from a classic Provençal blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Rolle (Vermentino), Whispering Angel is the worldwide reference for Provence rosé. Its signature pale blush color draws you in immediately, while the taste profile delivers everything you want: full and lush, bone dry, with a smooth, lingering finish. Highly approachable and enjoyable from mid-day to midnight.

Kosher Certified

This expression of Whispering Angel is fully Kosher certified, making it an exceptional choice for Passover Seders, Shabbat dinners, and any occasion where Kosher wine is required — without any compromise on quality or the iconic Whispering Angel character.

Tasting Profile

Pale salmon-pink with a luminous clarity. The nose is delicate and inviting — small red berries, red currants, fresh citrus, and a distinctive saline minerality. On the palate it’s silky and medium-bodied with bright acidity, a lush, succulent texture, and a vivid, clean finish with a beautiful saline lift. Classic Whispering Angel.

Food Pairings

Serve well-chilled (46–50°F) with grilled fish, seafood, light salads, mezze, roasted chicken, or soft cheeses. Equally at home at a Passover Seder, a summer lunch, or an elegant dinner party. Versatile, crowd-pleasing, and always impressive.

Product Details

• Producer: Château d’Esclans
• Region: Côtes de Provence AOC, Provence, France
• Blend: Grenache, Cinsault, Rolle (Vermentino)
• Certification: Kosher
• Vintage: 2024
• Style: Pale, bone-dry, medium-bodied Provence rosé
• Serve: Well-chilled, 46–50°F
• Format: 750ml

Lucien Crochet Sancerre — Loire Valley 2024

Lucien Crochet is one of Sancerre's most respected family domaines, farming vines across three distinct chalky soil types — caillottes, terres blanches, and silex — that together define the appellation's signature minerality and precision. The 2024 Sancerre is a bright, energetic expression of Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc: aromatic, focused, and beautifully balanced. Fermented and aged in stainless steel to preserve freshness, it is a textbook Sancerre that over-delivers at its price point.

The nose is pure and inviting: elderflower, lime zest, white peach, and crushed chalk. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with vibrant acidity, a silky mineral texture, and a clean, lingering finish of citrus and stone. It is the kind of wine that disappears fast at the table — equally at home as an aperitif or alongside a full meal.

Bart Hopkins, 67wino.shop — "A bright, energetic Sancerre that drinks beautifully. Excellent aromatic purity and precision with a lovely mélange of citrus and white orchard fruits that mingle with perfectly balanced mineral notes and refreshing acidity. Well rounded and long on the finish."

• Producer: Lucien Crochet, Bué, Sancerre, Loire Valley, France
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Sancerre AOC
• Soils: Caillottes, terres blanches & silex (chalky limestone)
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Vinification: Stainless steel fermentation and aging
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Elderflower, lime zest, white peach, crushed chalk, citrus, mineral finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2029
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled fish, goat cheese, seafood pasta, green salads, vegetarian fare

A benchmark Sancerre from one of the appellation's finest family estates — precise, mineral, and endlessly drinkable.

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2024

Decanter 93 Points: The 30th Anniversary bottling of Mt. Jeff, with fruit from four of the five Cristom estate vineyards. Pure Willamette character on the nose — forest floor, tart cranberries, and mint leaves balanced by a kiss of sea salt. The palate is a mélange of juicy red berries, salty mineral glimpses, and savoury amaro herbals. A classic, after all these years.

Wine Advocate 90–92 Points: Slowly opening aromas of blackberry and black cherry, earth and violets. The medium-bodied palate matches concentrated, floral fruit with well-integrated oak spice, framed by silky tannins and fresh acidity. A nuanced finish.

Winemaker Description

Cristom Mt. Jefferson Cuvée Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2024 750ml

Cristom’s flagship Pinot Noir — known colloquially as “Mt. Jeff” — embodies the hallmark Cristom style, marrying whole-cluster and native yeast fermentations. With the 2024 vintage, this iconic wine debuts for the first time as a fully Estate Pinot Noir, comprised of fruit from the Paul Gerrie, Eileen, Louise, and Jessie Vineyards, marking its 30th Anniversary.

Mt. Jeff captures the diversity of volcanic soils, elevations, and aspects that define Cristom’s Eola-Amity Hills hillside. Coastal winds funneled through the Van Duzer Corridor further shape its structure and complexity. The 2024 opens with pronounced floral aromas of roses and lavender combined with blue fruit and plum, accented by subtle earth. The palate is well-balanced with fresh acidity, tart cherry, and raspberry — a benchmark classic Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and an exceptional value.

Pairing Suggestions

• Poultry: Roasted duck breast with cherry reduction, herb-roasted chicken, or turkey with cranberry.
• Meat: Lamb chops with rosemary, pork tenderloin with mushroom sauce, or salmon with pinot beurre blanc.
• Cheese: Aged Gruyère, Brie de Meaux, or a mild washed-rind cheese.

Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay Napa Valley 2024 — Carneros, Napa Valley

Cakebread Cellars is one of Napa Valley’s most storied estates, founded in 1973 with a single Chardonnay — and that first wine set the template for everything that followed.

For over 50 years, Cakebread has been refining its Napa Valley Chardonnay, sourcing exclusively from the Carneros appellation in southern Napa Valley.

Situated just north of San Pablo Bay, Carneros is defined by cool, windswept conditions, Haire Loam clay soils, and the kind of natural tension between fruit richness and acidity that produces benchmark California Chardonnay.

The 2024 vintage benefited from consecutive winters of abundant rainfall that refreshed soil profiles and supported vigorous vine growth, followed by Carneros’ hallmark warm days and cool nights through spring and summer — ideal conditions for steady ripening and acid retention. The result is a wine of exceptional balance and aromatic complexity.

The 2024 opens with aromas of yellow delicious apple, lemon curd, white peach, vanilla bean, jasmine, and crème brûlée. On the palate, layers of fresh citrus, poached pear, and melon unfold, accented by hints of vanilla biscotti. The finish is long and refined, carrying both creamy and mineral textures in perfect harmony. James Suckling praised it for its “nicely balanced” profile with “bright acidity and a zesty, vibrant finish.”

James Suckling — “Nicely balanced, with aromas of lemon confit, crushed stones, pastry, grapefruit and flint. Bright acidity and a zesty, vibrant finish.”

• Producer: Cakebread Cellars, Rutherford, Napa Valley (est. 1973)
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Napa Valley (Carneros)
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Format: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Apple, lemon curd, white peach, vanilla bean, jasmine, crème brûlée, citrus, pear, melon, mineral finish
• Best Paired With: Lobster, grilled halibut, roasted chicken, creamy risotto, soft-ripened cheeses, crab cakes

Fifty years of Napa Chardonnay mastery — Cakebread remains the benchmark.

Winemaker Description

Columbia Crest Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon displays great complexity and structure from Washington State's renowned Columbia Valley. Bold and expressive, with slight pepper, a round body, dried cherry, silky vanilla, and a concentrated, long velvet finish.

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby in color with aromas of dark cherry, blackcurrant, and a hint of cedar. The palate is full-bodied and well-structured with flavors of dried cherry, plum, vanilla, and subtle pepper spice. Silky tannins lead to a long, velvety finish.

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with grilled or roasted beef, veal, duck, blue cheese, and dark chocolate. An excellent everyday Cabernet Sauvignon from one of Washington's most celebrated producers.

Product Details

Bottle Size: 750ml
Vintage: 2020
Region: Columbia Valley, Washington State, USA
Appellation: Columbia Valley AVA
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Producer: Columbia Crest
Style: Red Wine, Dry, Full-Bodied

Our Professional Review 

Rand Sieger 67wino.shop | This is the lemonade of wine.  A super fresh and juicy summer quaffer to have with all your lighter summer foods. The first aromas that come up from the glass are crushed lilies of the valley and white pepper, followed
by citrus and fresh pineapple.  Dry, lean, fresh and juicy on the palate.

Winemaker Description 

A liter of the raciest, most energetic and appealingly mineralische Riesling imaginable. Alc: 12% Residual sugar: 7,5 g/ltr Acidity: 7,6 g/ltr Must weight: 88° Oechsle Harvest on 26th of September 2019, Temperature controlled fermentation in stainless steel. On the fine yeast until bottling in stainless steel tanks (26th of February 2021) Bright yellow colour with green highlights; in the nose aromas of apple, yellow stone fruits and freshness; on the palate very harmonic, totally dry and refreshing.

Deidesheimer Herrgottsacker is a single vineyard site with a size of 121 hectares. 10% of the vineyard site is steep, 20% hilly and 70% are flat. The soil varies between sandy loam and loamy sand, mixed with limestone rocks and red sandstone. The name “Herrgottsacker” is probably derived from the word “Gottesacker” (which is a former word for cementery) andThis interpretation from Kimich, a small, traditional, 8th generation estate, is an absurd value in the liter bottle (33% more wine)! 

About the Petit Somm Series

The 67Wine Petit Somm Series® is a project created by our buyer, Oscar Garcia Moncada. The entire lineup offers a meticulously curated collection of high-quality, value-driven wines sourced from top regions around the world. The artwork on each label celebrates some of the most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks in New York City — bringing together the worlds of wine and the city we love. The Harlem Label pays tribute to one of NYC’s most vibrant and culturally rich neighborhoods.

Tasting Notes

A fruit-forward red blend with a nose of ripe red and black fruit and a touch of spice. Medium-bodied with silky tannins and a smooth, clean finish. Approachable and versatile — a natural everyday red for any table.

Food Pairings

Burgers, grilled chicken, pasta with tomato or meat sauce, pizza, mild cheddar, and charcuterie. An ideal everyday red for casual dining and entertaining.

Product Details

• Label: 67Wine Petit Somm Series® — Harlem Label
• Curated by: Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67Wine
• Region: Chile
• Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec (Chilean red blend)
• Vintage: 2025
• Style: Medium-bodied, fruit-forward Chilean red blend
• Format: 750ml

A bright, clean, and effortlessly enjoyable Sicilian white that punches well above its price point. The blend of Catarratto — Sicily’s most widely planted white grape — and Pinot Grigio brings together the island’s natural freshness and aromatic lift, with stone fruit flavors of peach and citrus, a subtle tropical note, and a light, harmonious body that makes it endlessly food-friendly. Certified organic, vegan-friendly, and packaged in recycled and recyclable materials, this is an everyday wine you can feel good about.

Perfect with light seafood, salads, fresh cheeses, or as an aperitif. Try it alongside selections from 67Gourmet.

Our Review
“This Sicilian white is light, clean, and offers stone fruit flavors of peach, citrus and a subtle tropical fruit note. Purely enjoyable, harmonious, light bodied with freshness making it a perfect wine for every day drinking.” — Debra, 67Wine

Varietal: Catarratto, Pinot Grigio
Vintage: 2023
Region: Terre Siciliane, Sicily, Italy
Farming: Certified Organic, Vegan-Friendly
Closure: Screw Cap
Bottle Size: 750ml

Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico Estate Organic — Tuscany 2022

Badia a Coltibuono is one of Chianti Classico's most storied estates, with roots stretching back to an 11th-century monastery in Gaiole. Farmed organically and guided by a deep respect for the land, their Estate Chianti Classico is a benchmark expression of Sangiovese — honest, structured, and unmistakably Tuscan. The 2022 vintage delivered excellent concentration with the freshness that defines the appellation at its best.

The wine pours a bright ruby with violet highlights. The nose is layered and inviting: iris, violet, tobacco, black pepper, and marasca cherry. On the palate, it is well-balanced and tightly knit, with crunchy, powdery tannins, juicy acidity, and a clean mineral backbone. The finish is warm and persistent — a wine that rewards both the dinner table and the cellar.

"Aromas of red and dark berries, chocolate, dried flowers and spices, following through to a medium body with crunchy, powdery tannins and juicy acidity. Tense and flavorful with good concentration." — James Suckling, 92 Points

• Producer: Badia a Coltibuono, Gaiole in Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Chianti Classico DOCG
• Varietal: Sangiovese
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Iris, violet, tobacco, black pepper, marasca cherry, mineral finish
• Best Paired With: Grilled bistecca, wild boar ragù, aged pecorino, pappardelle with meat sauce

A 92-point certified organic Chianti Classico from one of Tuscany's most trusted historic estates — structured, soulful, and built to age.

Les Allées de Cantemerle — Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux 2019

Château Cantemerle is one of Bordeaux's most storied estates — a Fifth Growth of the 1855 Classification, nestled in the southern Haut-Médoc appellation amid one of the most beautiful park settings in all of Bordeaux. Les Allées de Cantemerle is the estate's second wine, crafted primarily from the château's younger vines with a high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged partly in tank and partly in barrel to avoid over-oaking, it captures the generous, fruit-forward character of Cantemerle in a more approachable, earlier-drinking style — a wine that invites sharing and friendliness even in its youth. The 2019 vintage is one of Bordeaux's finest of the decade: a warm, dry year that produced wines of exceptional ripeness, concentration, and balance.

The nose is wonderfully aromatic and expressive — the aromas really just jump out of the glass. Juicy red fruits dominate: strawberries, raspberries, and red cherries, quite bright and a refreshing change from the darker fruit profile of many Haut-Médoc wines. On the palate, it is lively and fun, light-bodied with hints of spice underneath the fruit giving structure and backbone. The finish is spicy and persistent, with the fruit-forwardness and easy-drinking style that makes this wine hard not to like.

🏆 Decanter 90 Points — "Wonderfully aromatic and expressive on the nose — the aromas really just jump out the glass. Juicy red fruits — strawberries, raspberries and red cherries. Lively and fun, light with hints of spice giving structure and backbone. Hard not to like for its fruit-forwardness and easy drinking style."

• Producer: Château Cantemerle, Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France
• Vintage: 2019
• Appellation: Haut-Médoc AOC
• Classification: 2nd Wine of Château Cantemerle (1855 Fifth Growth)
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend
• Vinification: Aged partly in tank, partly in barrel
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Strawberry, raspberry, red cherry, spice, lively acidity, persistent finish
• Drink: Now through 2028
• Best Paired With: Roast lamb, duck confit, grilled beef, charcuterie, aged cheeses

The approachable face of a Bordeaux Fifth Growth — Les Allées de Cantemerle 2019 is lively, generous, and built for the table right now.

Columbia Crest Grand Estates | Merlot | 2020 | 750ml | Columbia Valley, Washington State, USA

Rated 90 Points – Vinous | 90 Points – James Suckling

An outstanding value from Washington State's Columbia Valley, Columbia Crest Grand Estates Merlot delivers dark fruit complexity, soft tannins, and a creamy finish at an everyday price. Vinous calls it "an excellent entry to the value category of Washington State Merlot."

• Winery: Columbia Crest
• Origin: Columbia Valley, Washington State, USA
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Varietal: Merlot
• Vintage: 2020
• Closure: Screw Cap

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark plum, herb, blackberries, tobacco, mint chocolate, dark cherries, and a kiss of vanilla
• Palate: Round and juicy with tart wild berry fruits, chewy blueberry skin, mocha, and soft ripe tannins
• Finish: Bold and structured with notes of vanilla, raspberry, and lingering minerality

Critical Acclaim

• 🏆 Vinous – 90 Points: "Darkly floral and earthy with hints of animal musk and crushed blackberries. Juicy acids enliven its tart wild berry fruits. Leaves a mark of minerality along with chewy blueberry skin concentration and hints of mocha."
• 🏆 James Suckling – 90 Points: "Blackberries, tobacco, mint chocolate and dark cherries, with a kiss of vanilla. Medium- to full-bodied with soft, ripe tannins and a creamy finish. Drink now."

Food Pairings: Blue cheese, duck, beef, veal, and dark chocolate.

Le Sciare Primitivo Rocca Normanna — Puglia, Italy 2024

Cantine Due Palme is one of southern Italy's most celebrated cooperatives, founded in 1989 in Cellino San Marco in the province of Brindisi by Angelo Maci — a third-generation winemaker whose family has farmed the sun-drenched soils of Salento for decades. Le Sciare Primitivo is sourced from old vines planted on the region's distinctive sandy coastal soils, which stress the vines naturally and concentrate flavor to extraordinary levels. The result is a full-bodied, hedonistic Primitivo that delivers unexpected complexity at its price point — a genuine over-achiever from the heel of Italy's boot.

The nose is perfumed and inviting: rich blackberry, juicy black cherry, warm spice, and dark chocolate fill the glass with an exotic, sun-drenched intensity. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a rich, plush texture, soft tannins, and a surprisingly complex, lingering finish. Juicy, generous, and built for the table.

Bart Hopkins, 67wino.shop — "A full bodied, full flavored Primitivo guaranteed to please! Perfumed aromas and flavors of rich blackberry, juicy black cherry, spice and dark chocolate fill the nose and fill the mouth with rich texture and soft tannins on the surprisingly complex finish."

• Producer: Cantine Due Palme, Cellino San Marco, Brindisi, Puglia, Italy
• Founded: 1989
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Puglia IGT (Salento)
• Varietal: 100% Primitivo
• Vines: Old vines on sandy coastal soils
• Style: Full-Bodied, Fruit-Forward, Hedonistic
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Rich blackberry, black cherry, warm spice, dark chocolate, plush texture, soft tannins
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2027
• Best Paired With: Grilled lamb, braised short ribs, pizza, pasta with meat ragù, aged pecorino, charcuterie
• Serve: 62–66°F

Old-vine Primitivo from the heart of Salento — Le Sciare is southern Italy's most satisfying everyday red, full of sun, soul, and flavor.

Expert Review - Vintage 2021

James Suckling 92 Points | A complex and fascinating Rioja with aromas of wet earth, dried meat, tea leaf, and dark fruit that follow through to a medium-bodied palate with firm, silky tannins and a flavorful finish. A blend of Tempranillo, Graciano, and Mazuelo.

About Cerro Añón Crianza

Bodegas Olarra is one of Rioja's most storied producers, and Cerro Añón is their flagship label — named after the iconic hill that overlooks their estate in Logroño. The Crianza is aged a minimum of 12 months in American and French oak barrels, followed by additional bottle aging, delivering the classic earthy complexity and structured elegance that defines traditional Rioja.

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby in color with aromas of dark cherry, dried herbs, wet earth, and subtle oak spice. The palate is medium-bodied with flavors of red and black fruit, leather, and tea leaf, supported by firm yet silky tannins. The finish is long, savory, and satisfying.

Food Pairings

A classic match for roasted lamb, grilled chorizo, Manchego cheese, slow-cooked beef stew, and hearty Spanish tapas. A versatile and food-friendly Rioja Crianza.

Product Details

Bottle Size: 750ml
Vintage: 2021
Region: Rioja, Spain
Appellation: DOCa Rioja
Classification: Crianza
Grape Varieties: Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo
Producer: Bodegas Olarra
Style: Red Wine, Dry, Medium-Bodied
Aging: 12+ months in American & French oak

Kono Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2024 — Marlborough, New Zealand

Kono is a New Zealand wine brand with deep roots in the Māori community — owned by Wakatu Incorporation, one of New Zealand’s largest Māori-owned businesses, with ancestral connections to the top of the South Island stretching back centuries. Their Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from the sun-drenched Wairau and Awatere valleys, where the combination of intense sunlight, cool nights, and free-draining soils produces the region’s signature style: vivid, aromatic, and unmistakably fresh.

Bart Hopkins of 67 Wine writes | The 2024 is a textbook Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc — and then some. The nose bursts with citrus and tropical fruit: lime, kiwi, passion fruit, guava, and lemon zest. On the palate, luscious fruit flavors are balanced by notes of currant leaf and fresh bell pepper, with zesty acidity, underlying minerality, and a long, dry, persistent finish. Wine Spectator praised its “crisp and vibrant” lemon, pear, and apple flavors with notes of lemon verbena and fresh ginger.

Wine Spectator — “Lemon, pear and apple flavors are crisp and vibrant, with notes of lemon verbena, lemon thyme and fresh ginger.”

• Producer: Kono (Wakatu Incorporation), Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand
• Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
• Closure: Screwcap
• Format: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Lime, kiwi, passion fruit, guava, lemon zest, currant leaf, bell pepper, mineral finish
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled fish, goat cheese, Thai cuisine, green salads, sushi

A benchmark Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at an everyday price — Kono delivers everything you want from New Zealand’s most iconic white.