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"Scott and Jenny Schultz of Jolie-Laide make highly distinctive wines from grapes that are not among California’s usual suspects. The Trousseau Gris grapes for this bottle were farmed organically and stomped by foot. The wine is lively and aromatic and will go with a wide range of savory and sweetish things." — Eric Asimov, The New York Times

About the Wine

Planted in the late 1970s, these rare, near-extinct vines with massive, gnarly trunks produce unique and fascinating fruit. Since Jolie-Laide’s first Fanucchi Wood Road Trousseau Gris bottling in 2010, the wines have shown a strong structural foundation with vintage-driven character.

In 2024, Mother Nature yielded half the fruit of 2023 — making this Trousseau Gris as rare as the old vines that produced it. To preserve natural acidity, the grapes were harvested early and foot-stomped for a three-day whole-cluster cold soak. This gentle maceration adds subtle phenolic texture, lifted aromatics, and a gorgeous rose-gold hue. The juice was then moved to a combination of neutral puncheon and stainless steel for a slow, cold native yeast fermentation, followed by a 6-month élevage in neutral puncheons and barrique to preserve freshness.

Tasting Notes

Fresh and elegant — summer melon, nectarine, white tea, and pine. 12.5% ABV.

About the Label

The 2024 labels feature the work of Sandra Fontenas, a French visual artist and photographer based in La Rochelle, France.

Food Pairings

Oysters, grilled fish, sushi, charcuterie, soft cheeses, roasted vegetables, and light poultry. Equally stunning as an aperitif. Serve well chilled.

• Producer: Jolie-Laide (Scott & Jenny Schultz)
• Vineyard: Fanucchi Wood Road, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
• Appellation: Sonoma County, California
• Grape: Trousseau Gris
• Farming: Organic, old vines (planted late 1970s)
• Vinification: Foot-stomped, whole-cluster cold soak, native yeast
• Aging: 6 months, neutral puncheon + stainless steel
• ABV: 12.5%
• Vintage: 2024
• Format: 750ml

Jordan Winery · Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon · 2020

Jordan's 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon pairs the depth of ripe dark fruit with the freshness and acidity that define its balanced style. Black cherry, currant, and boysenberry meet delicate cedar, while blueberry, cranberry, and clove carry across a smooth, French-oak-framed palate.

Full-bodied and polished, with silky tannins and bright acidity, this Alexander Valley Cabernet is enjoyable now and has the structure to age gracefully. The winemaker recommends decanting for 60 minutes or cellaring through 2040.

Expert Reviews · Vintage 2020

James Suckling · 94 Points: A discreet and savory nose of blackcurrants, tobacco leaves, coffee beans, and dried herbs. The palate is full-bodied with silky tannins, bright acidity, and notes of dark cherries, olives, and beets. A well-balanced wine that will age gracefully. Drink or hold.

Wine Enthusiast · 92 Points: The expressive nose gives aromas of black currant, plum, and tobacco with just a whisper of capsicum. The palate displays vibrant cranberry, black cherry, cigar, and black pepper flavors in a medium-bodied frame.

Winemaker Notes

Jordan Winery: Rich notes of ripe black cherry, currant, and boysenberry mingle gracefully with delicate cedar. On the palate, a harmonious balance unfolds with flavors of blueberry, cranberry, and clove, all embraced by smooth tannins from French oak barrels. The dark fruit flavors and subtle acidity leave a lasting impression.

Food Pairings

Beef bourguignon, duck confit, roasted chicken, mushroom risotto, and roasted vegetables.

At a Glance

• Producer: Jordan Winery
• Vintage: 2020
• Appellation: Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California
• Blend: 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec
• Aging: French oak barrels
• Format: 750ml
• Cellaring: Decant 60 minutes or cellar through 2040

A poised Alexander Valley Cabernet with ripe dark fruit, fresh acidity, and room to evolve.

Jordan Winery | Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California | Chardonnay | 2023

Russian River Valley's cool, fog-driven climate is tailor-made for Chardonnay, and Jordan has long been one of its most elegant interpreters. A cool, steady 2023 growing season allowed for extended hang time, producing a wine of exceptional finesse and complexity — bright acidity, layered citrus and stone fruit, and a restrained touch of French oak that enhances without dominating. Versatile enough for the aperitif glass, refined enough for the table.

Oak: Hint of French oak
Drink: Now–2029

Tasting Notes

• White peach, Meyer lemon, lime zest, and delicate floral blossom on the nose
• Zesty lime, orange peel, crisp Bosc pear, and elderflower on the palate
• Focused, textural mouthfeel | Crystal-clean mineral finish | Refreshing acidity

Critical Acclaim

• 94 pts — The Somm Journal (July 2025), Best Aromatic Whites: "Intense up-front flavors with white-peppered lemon drop, sleek and lively. Crisp acidity brightens notes of elderflower, McIntosh apple, and hazelnut. The mineral tone is crystal clean and clear on the finish."
• 93 pts — James Suckling: "Aromas of flint, wet stones, Meyer lemons and lime zest with subtle white flowers. Focused and textural, with loads of minerals and citrus oil in the finish."

Pairings: Raw bar, oysters, grilled salmon, ahi tuna, roasted chicken, creamy pasta, light salads

Jose Cuervo Especial Gold · Jalisco, Mexico · 1 Liter

Jose Cuervo Especial Gold is a golden-style joven tequila that blends reposado, or aged tequila, with younger tequilas. This one-liter bottle offers a straightforward option for stocking a home cocktail bar.

The producer puts the Margarita at the heart of Cuervo Gold’s story. For a serving suggestion, mix it with fresh lime juice and orange liqueur, then serve over ice with a salted rim if you like.

Producer Description

Cuervo® Gold is golden-style joven tequila made from a blend of reposado (aged) and younger tequilas. Ever the story-maker, Cuervo® Gold’s own story includes the leading role in the invention of The Margarita, and it is still the perfect tequila for that beloved cocktail.

Jose Cuervo · Producer Description

At a glance

• Producer: Jose Cuervo
• Expression: Especial Gold
• Origin: Jalisco, Mexico
• Style: Golden-style joven tequila
• Blend: Reposado and younger tequilas
• Bottle size: 1 liter (1,000ml)
• Serving suggestion: Margaritas with fresh lime and orange liqueur

A one-liter tequila for your next round of Margaritas.

Jose Cuervo · Especial Gold · Jalisco, Mexico · 1.75L

Jose Cuervo Especial Gold is a golden-style joven tequila made from a blend of reposado and younger tequilas. The generous 1.75L bottle is a practical choice for stocking a home bar and mixing margaritas for a gathering.

Tasting Notes

Smooth tasting with a hint of sweetness, Especial Gold offers a well-balanced character of oak, spice and vanilla. Those warm notes make an inviting counterpoint to the bright lime and orange flavors of a classic margarita.

Producer Description

The world's leading brand of tequila. Smooth tasting, with a hint of sweetness and a rich, well-balanced character of oak, spice and vanilla tones. The classic margarita ingredient.

Serving Suggestions

Mix with fresh lime juice and orange liqueur for a margarita, or try it over ice with grapefruit soda and a squeeze of lime. Serve alongside tacos, grilled dishes or chips and salsa.

Spirit Details

• Brand: Jose Cuervo
• Expression: Especial Gold
• Style: Golden-style joven tequila
• Blend: Reposado and younger tequilas
• Origin: Jalisco, Mexico
• Size: 1.75L

A large-format bar staple for classic tequila cocktails.

Jose Cuervo · Especial Gold Tequila · Jalisco, Mexico · 750ml

Jose Cuervo Especial Gold is a classic cocktail tequila with sweet aromas, subtle agave character and a smooth, balanced profile. Keep a bottle on hand for margaritas, where lime and your preferred orange liqueur provide a bright counterpoint to its rounded flavor.

Producer & Style

Made in Mexico, Especial Gold is a golden blend of younger tequilas crafted with blue agave from the family estate in Jalisco. Its approachable character makes it a versatile choice for tequila cocktails.

Tasting Notes

A hint of sweetness accompanies subtle agave notes, with oak, spice and vanilla adding depth. The finish is short, smooth and well-balanced.

Serving Suggestions

Mix into a classic margarita with lime and orange liqueur, or use in your favorite tequila cocktail. Serve over ice and adjust the citrus and sweetness to your taste.

Details

• Producer: Jose Cuervo
• Expression: Especial Gold
• Style: Gold tequila
• Origin: Jalisco, Mexico
• Alcohol: 40% ABV / 80 proof
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Flavor notes: Agave, oak, spice and vanilla
• Finish: Short, smooth and balanced
• Suggested use: Margaritas and tequila cocktails

A familiar gold tequila for a well-stocked cocktail bar.

José Zuccardi · Valle de Uco, Mendoza · 2021 · 750ml

José Zuccardi 2021 combines 95% Malbec with 5% Cabernet Sauvignon in a concentrated yet precise red from Paraje Altamira and Gualtallary. Black cherry, cool blue fruit and mineral notes meet savory tannins and bright acidity, with a long finish that balances richness and restraint.

Producer & Winemaking

Named for Sebastián Zuccardi's father, José, this wine pays homage to Argentina's historic wines. Fermentation in concrete is followed by 24 months in large wooden foudres, which soften the structure without imposing a pronounced oak flavor. The result brings together the character of two Uco Valley origins rather than a single Paraje Altamira source.

Expert Reviews · Vintage 2021

James Suckling · 96 Points A full-bodied and expressive malbec with 5% cabernet sauvignon. Minerals, black cherries and cool blue fruit. A touch of cocoa powder, but there is nothing plush. Concentrated but austere, with tons of juicy fruit and dusty tannins treading into a long, bright finish. Fermented in concrete and aged 24 months in foudres. Drink or hold.

Wine Advocate · 94 Points Sourced from Altamira and Gualtallary, the 2021 José Zuccardi is 95% Malbec and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon that was fermented in concrete before maturing two years in foudre. It is an homage to Sebastián's father, aiming to evoke the historic wines of Argentina—as Sebastián says, "not the 1990s or 2000s, but the 1940s or 1950s." It leads with an inviting, focused nose of black fruits and balsamic accents, introducing a creamy, svelte and taut palate. It concludes with a seamless, refined and elegantly decadent finish. It is a perfect marriage of classically informed richness and contemporary precision.

Tim Atkin · 94 Points Named after Sebastián Zuccardi’s father, José, this is an assemblage of Malbec and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon from Gualtallary and Paraje Altamira. Aged in large wooden foudres that have a negligible impact in terms of flavour, but do soften the wine’s structure, it’s dark, brooding and intensely coloured, with savoury tannins, damson and bramble flavours, bright acidity and a mountain herb top note.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Pair with traditional Argentine asado, porterhouse steak, grilled veal chops or rich mushroom-based dishes. Savory, deeply flavored food complements the wine's concentrated fruit, tannins and bright acidity.

Details

• Producer: Zuccardi
• Wine: José Zuccardi
• Vintage: 2021
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Country: Argentina
• Region: Mendoza
• Appellation / Area: Valle de Uco
• Vineyard Origins: Paraje Altamira and Gualtallary
• Blend: 95% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Type: Red wine
• Fermentation: Concrete
• Aging: 24 months in large wooden foudres

Winemaker Description

Its traditional production makes Vocation Champagne a Blanc de Noirs to enjoy on any occasion and turn it into a memorable moment.

The Champagne region is synonymous with excellence, hard work and continuous work to continue offering recognized world-class wines and bubbles. Our vocation and respect for nature, as well as our lives, manage to create the best fruit which is the basis and structure for our final offering.

Vocation is the living representation of what has been our home for centuries and radiates our values ​​as a family by making and respecting the traditional way of making champagne, the precious liquid.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023

James Suckling 96 Points | The density and balance are so attractive here, with sliced apples, white pineapple and crushed stones. Hints of dried flowers, too, such as white roses and lilacs, as well as almonds. Medium-bodied with focus and subtle strength. Seemingly endless, with a bitter-lemon edge and nice reduction in the aftertaste of gun metal. Drink and enjoy.

Decanter 94 Points | Drouhin's Clos des Mouches 2023 exemplifies the vintage's potential for delicious whites. The wine has lush, forward aromas of Mirabelle plums and quince with hints of marzipan, butter and a suggestion of stylishly smoky reduction. The texture is supple and dense, but the richness is kept in balance and the extract carries the wine to a lingering finish. Parts of the 7ha vineyard have been replanted; the old vines that produce this bottling have delivered a wine of great character.

The Wine Advocate 93-94 Points | The 2023 Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches Blanc (Domaine) is another strong performance, delivering aromas of sweet pear, peach and mandarin mingled with buttered toast and mint. Full-bodied, rich and ample, it's layered and unctuous, with a seamless, satiny, textural profile and a long, lusty finish.

The Wine Spectator 92 Points | Stylish and graceful, this white evokes lemon, apple, white flower and honey aromas and flavors. Almost seamless in its texture and balance, with finely meshed acidity providing lift and freshness. Excellent length.

Winemaker Notes

An outstanding wine. Pale yellow color. Complex floral nose of white lilac and white rose. Once open, fruity aromas come to the fore, evolving towards grilled hazelnut and almond. When the wine is more mature, the nose is surprisingly strong and fifteen minutes of aeration produce wonderful notes of white truffle, citron (cedrat), honey and nutmeg, elegantly meshed together. Very lively on the palate. Its rich texture is in evidence, but also its structure and minerality. It is round, but never heavy. Harmonious fullness in the aftertaste. This wine allies remarkably the complexity and elegance of a Bâtard-Montrachet with the power of a Corton-Charlemagne.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023

James Suckling 98 Points | The iodine, blackberry and rose-stem character comes through clearly. Plenty of fruit and depth. Medium-bodied with fine tannins that caress the palate and provide endless flavors of Indian spices, flint, nutmeg and light crust. Such refinement and integrity. Drinkable now, but better in three or four years.

The Wine Advocate 93 Points | The 2023 Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches (Domaine) is showing nicely, bursting with aromas of sweet berries, spices, orange zest and new oak. Medium to full-bodied, succulent and lively, with chalky grip on the finish, it will offer a broad drinking window.

Decanter 93 Points | Lovely cherry fruit with hints of lavender and rosemary. The texture is silky and dense, almost fat. There is more clay here, and less limestone than in Les Cras, and the tannic structure is not as firm. The grapes are from Drouhin's massive 6.75ha here, not far from Pommard; they are partially destemmed and fermented on native yeasts before ageing in cask (25% new) for 14–18 months.

Winemaker Description 

A wine of great elegance. Pale yellow colour with greenish hints. White flower aromas are detected on the nose. On the palate, the wine is soft, round, well balanced, with good stuffing. The fruit flavours are enhanced by intense mineral notes, evolving towards slightly smoky tones. A beautiful aftertaste.

Expert Review - Vintage 2023 

Jasper Morris 93 Points | An attractive mid crimson colour. A fine fresh bouquet, elegant fruit, not too demonstrative, but with a graceful detailed red fruit, alpine strawberry and little raspberry notes. Very nicely put together, all about the fruit more than the structure. Drink from 2030-2037.

Winemaker Description 

Supreme elegance! Beautiful color, with intense and bright reflections. The diversity of the aromas is striking: wild cherry, nutmeg, camphor wood, fine leather... Later on, the wine takes on a subtle aroma of truffle, producing the most varied palette. With its perfect balance between tannin and acidity, the wine has a fleshy, sturdy body. Powerful and long aftertaste. A wealth of harmonious sensations characterizes this great Burgundy.

Of the seven famous cheeses from the Savoie, the Tomme is the oldest. It was born in the heart of the Alps and has been part of the history of the Duchy of Savoy for a very long time.

Our Tomme de Savoie Fermière is made in mountain farms with raw milk from their own cows and where it’s aged in it's own underground cave. Although these Tommes are usually sold directly at the farmhouse, we’re excited to have been able to squeeze-in a batch for our enjoyment :-)

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Paccard Tomme de Savoie Fermière
From the Alpine region of Savoie, France, this rustic mountain cheese is made with raw cow’s milk from small family farms. Gently pressed and naturally aged, it develops a supple texture and earthy, nutty flavors with subtle hints of grass and cellar. Comfortingly savory and perfectly balanced, it’s a true taste of the French Alps.

Joseph Phelps · Cabernet Sauvignon · Napa Valley · 2022

Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2022 combines lifted dark cherry and plum aromas with cedar, fresh herbs and supple tannins. A Cabernet-led Bordeaux-variety blend, it balances plush fruit and rounded texture with aromatic freshness and harmony.

Producer & Legacy

Joseph Phelps Vineyards describes its story as a relentless pursuit of excellence, honoring the past while exploring new possibilities. Across half a century and three generations, the team has carried forward Joe Phelps’s commitment to winemaking, gracious hospitality and sustainability efforts in its vineyards and wineries.

The winery’s reputation is closely linked to Insignia, introduced in 1974 as California’s first proprietary red Bordeaux-style blend. Joe chose the name to represent the finest lots of each vintage, emphasizing blending rather than varietal designation as a measure of quality. Insignia’s 2002 vintage was named Wine Spectator’s Wine of the Year in 2005, and its 1991, 1997, 2002 and 2007 vintages received 100-point Wine Advocate scores. Robert Parker described it as “one of the world’s finest Cabernet Sauvignon dominated blends.” These honors refer to Insignia, not this Cabernet Sauvignon bottling.

Joe built the winery’s early reputation on Cabernet Sauvignon and Rhône-style wines. Its portfolio now spans Napa Valley and Sonoma Coast vineyards, giving the winemaking team opportunities to explore both regions.

Tasting Notes & Winemaking

Red and black fruits, dark cherry and damson plum are joined by cedar, vanilla, tobacco and graphite notes. The palate offers rounded texture, softly integrated tannins and an approachable character. The blend is led by 91% Cabernet Sauvignon with Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Merlot, and is raised in French and American oak.

Expert Reviews · 2022

James Suckling, 94 Points
Bright, lifted, black and red fruits with aromas of dark cherries, damson plums, cedar box and fresh herbs. The full-bodied palate has a supple, rounded mouthfeel and softly integrated tannins. 91% cabernet sauvignon with smatterings of the other main Bordeaux varieties. Lively and approachable yet plush with plenty of years ahead.

Vinous Media, 92 Points
The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is terrific, especially for a wine of its level and production. Aromatic, medium in body and impeccably balanced, the 2022 is seriously impressive. It is perhaps a bit more floral and lighter than most years, but its balance and overall harmony are beyond reproach. This is a strong showing. New oak is 45%, 27% French and 18% American.

Jeb Dunnuck, 91 Points
The 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is based on 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot, and the rest Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Merlot brought up in French and American oak. Classy red and black fruits, vanilla oak, tobacco, and graphite notes all define the aromatics, and it's ripe, rounded, and nicely textured, with good mid-palate density and a good finish.

The Wine Advocate, 90 Points
The Joseph Phelps 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon is dominated by fruit from Yountville and Suscol; only 21% of the blend is from growers, as there's a push toward estate fruit. As always, there's some American oak in the mix, but that proportion is evolving downward. Redcurrants and cherries are joined by gentle dusty earth notes and hints of vanilla and cedar on the nose, while the medium to full-bodied palate is a bit more dusty and drying than the 2021, yet it remains soft and approachable.

Pairing Suggestions

Try with grilled steak, roast lamb, braised beef or mushroom dishes to complement the dark fruit, cedar and savory notes.

Details

• Producer: Joseph Phelps
• Vintage: 2022
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Country: United States
• Region: California
• Appellation: Napa Valley, Napa County
• Primary grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Blend: 91% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot; remaining varieties Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Merlot
• Type: Red wine
• Oak: French and American

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2018

Wine Spectator 93 Points | This is richly layered, with cassis, crushed plum and blackberry puree flavors moving through slowly but steadily, while warm earth, ganache and black licorice notes follow along. Picks up a tarry edge on the finish as the fruit takes an encore. For fans of the muscular, fruit-driven style. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2022 through 2036. (2018). 

Wine Advocate 97 Points | The 2018 Insignia is a blend of 87% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, 3% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc. The vineyard sources this year include: 30% Las Rocas (Stags Leap District),18% Yountville (Oak Knoll District), 13% Banca Dorada (Rutherford), 18% Suscol (South Napa Valley), 14% Home Ranch (St. Helena), 12% Las Rocas (Stags Leap District), 7% Barboza (Stags Leap District). It was aged for 24 months in 100% new French oak barrels. Deep garnet-purple colored, it comes storming out of the glass with powerful notes of blackcurrant cordial, stewed black plums and boysenberries, plus hints of cedar chest, graphite, menthol and wet slate with a fragrant waft of clove oil. The medium to full-bodied palate already demonstrates remarkable balance at this youthful stage, featuring a firm backbone of fine-grained tannins and bold freshness to support the tightly wound, crunchy black fruits, finishing long and spicy. (2018).

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points | Very much in the style of the vintage with its pure, concentrated, yet also elegant and focused style, the 2018 Insignia offers up a vivid purple hue to go with lots of red and blue fruits, menthol, tobacco, graphite, and distinct minerality. With an almost Bordeaux-like style, medium to full-bodied richness, present tannins, and a great finish, it's a beautiful, classic Cabernet Sauvignon blend from this team that's going to benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and keep for two decades or more. (2018). 

James Suckling 99 Points | Blackberry and black chocolate with mint, conifer and clove. Sweet tobacco, violets and flowers, too. Some graphite. Cool and complex. Full-bodied with ultra fine, dusty tannins and a wonderful, extremely long finish. Savory and refined. A classic-styled 2018. This needs time, but is so approachable and gorgeous. One of the best Insignias ever. Alive and changing all the time. 40% Stags Leap AVA. 87% cabernet sauvignon, 8% petit verdot, 3% malbec and 2% cabernet franc. Leave this for five or six years, but so wonderful now. (2018). 

Expert Reviews

Wine Advocate 96 Points | More elegant and refined than the Napa Cab, the 2019 Insignia features restrained cedar and vanilla notes (despite spending two years in 100% new French oak) and delicate herbal shadings accenting cassis and black cherry fruit. Full-bodied, velvety and somewhat open-knit on the palate, it turns plush and long on the finish, adding a touch of warmth. Production this year is approximately 17,000 cases, reflecting the increased volume coming from recently replanted vineyards. It's remarkable what a good job they continue to do with this bottling year after year, without compromising on quality.

Jeb Dunnuck 99 Points | Another beautiful wine from this team, the 2019 Insignia is mostly Cabernet Sauvignon but includes smaller amounts of Merlot and Malbec, brought up all in new barrels, sourced from seven estate vineyards. It has a classic varietal and incredibly complex nose of crème de cassis, freshly sharpened pencils, green tobacco, and damp earth, with a kiss of background sappy spring flowers. Seemingly from a cooler year with its freshness, vibrancy, and herbal, floral character on the nose, it's nevertheless full-bodied and beautifully concentrated on the palate, with ultra-fine tannins, a seamless, layered mouthfeel, and a gorgeous finish. Unquestionably up with the finest vintages of this cuvée, this is legit awesome juice that’s going to offer incredible pleasure over the coming 20-25 years. Hats off to winemaker Ashley Hepworth.

James Suckling 98 Points | A very aromatic Insignia with pencil-shaving and graphite highlights to the dark fruit and blackberries. Full-bodied yet tensioned and vertical with very fine tannins that run deep and layered in the wine. Needs time to come together but fantastic tension and structure. Try after 2027.Vinous 96 points The 2019 Insignia is a bold explosive wine. Sumptuous dark fruit mocha leather sweet spice and tobacco are all amplified in an Insignia endowed with tremendous textural intensity and plenty of soft contours. I imagine the 2019 will age well for years but it will also drink well with minimal cellaring.
  

Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon — California 2023 750ml

Josh Cellars was founded by Joseph Carr as a heartfelt tribute to his father, Josh — a hardworking man who inspired a lifetime of dedication and craft. Today, Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon is the flagship wine of the brand and one of California’s most beloved everyday reds. A quintessential Modern California Cabernet — approachable, fruit-forward, and smooth — the 2023 vintage showcases the careful selection of grapes from California’s finest growing regions, crafted to deliver bold character with balanced acidity and silky tannins that make every occasion feel special.

Deep ruby in color, the 2023 opens with aromas of blackberry, toasted hazelnut, and cinnamon, complemented by hints of vanilla and toasted oak. The palate is rich and smooth — dark fruit, plum, and blackberry with a refined vanilla and oak character — leading to a balanced, satisfying finish that is as versatile at the dinner table as it is enjoyable on its own.

“A quintessential Modern California Cabernet — fruit-forward, smooth, and crafted as a tribute to the hardworking spirit of Josh Carr.”

• Producer: Josh Cellars, California, USA
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: California
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Blackberry, plum, toasted hazelnut, cinnamon, vanilla, toasted oak, smooth tannins
• Best Paired With: Well-seasoned beef, grilled pork chops, lamb, Bolognese, aged Cheddar or Gouda, dark chocolate desserts

California’s most approachable Cabernet Sauvignon — Josh Cellars 2023 is a wine built for sharing, celebrating, and everyday enjoyment.

Intensely flavored with a long finish, our Pinot Noir is elegantly balanced and filled with lush fruit flavors, complemented by subtle hints of toasted wood.

Winemaker Description 

The Judean Hills Blanc reflects the character and quality of the vineyards, located in the ancient region of Judean Hills. The color on this wine is a light gold, its not a deep color but its a pretty light gold.

The aromas are really nice, citrusy, melony, gooseberries, but also some yellow pear and green apple. There are lots going on fruit wise on the nose which makes it a really nice, medium to full bodied wine.

The acid comes on in the mid palate with more citrus in the mouth and a big acid on the finish. This wine is still going strong. It has a fairly long finish for a white wine, with some nice residual acid and melon flavor on the back.

The wine is super enjoyable with its fairly big white wine flavors. It drinks beautifully today and will keep developing in the bottle during the next 2-3 years.

Julien Sunier is one of Beaujolais' most celebrated natural winemakers, known for producing wines of exceptional purity, precision, and terroir expression. Working from his base in the Beaujolais crus, Sunier farms all of his fruit organically and approaches winemaking with a philosophy of minimal intervention — allowing the Gamay grape and the land to speak for themselves. Wild Soul is his ‘anytime red’: a wine conceived for pure, effortless pleasure, and a perfect introduction to his singular style.

The 2024 Wild Soul is sourced from 4.5 hectares of organically farmed vineyards in Régnié, with the addition, for the first time, of some declassified Morgon and Fleurie — making this effectively a Beaujolais Cru blend in all but name. The vineyards sit at high altitude (400 meters), where cooler temperatures and granitic soils produce Gamay of exceptional freshness, aromatic vibrancy, and natural tension.

Vinification follows Sunier's signature approach: cold carbonic maceration without extraction, fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and maturation in 3,000-liter foudres on fine lees. Only 10mg/L of SO₂ is added just prior to bottling, and the wine is released unfiltered — preserving every nuance of the fruit and terroir.

The 2024 opens with an open, expressive bouquet of cranberry, tomato vine, and subtle ferrous notes — complex and well-defined for a Beaujolais-Villages. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, poised, and transparent, with fine tannins, lively acidity, and a tensile, persistent finish. Pure, vibrant Gamay at its most compelling. Best served slightly chilled.

"Open and expressive bouquet with cranberry and touches of tomato vine, very well defined and complex for a Beaujolais-Villages… The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, very poised and transparent, with a tensile and quite persistent finish. Excellent."
— Vinous, 89 Points. (Vintage 2024). 

Grape: Gamay
Region: Beaujolais, France
Appellation: Beaujolais Villages
Vintage: 2024
Farming: Certified Organic
Altitude: ~400 meters
Élevage: 3,000L foudres; unfiltered; 10mg/L SO₂
Bottle Size: 750ml

Pairing: Charcuterie, pâté, roast chicken, duck confit, mushroom dishes, and earthy lentil stews. Serve slightly chilled.

Winemaker Description 

Bright, deep purple-ruby core, lighter at the rim with moderate slightly stained tears on the glass. Robust aromas of boysenberry, black cherry, plums with dried herbs, black pepper, baking spice, leather, camphor and oak.

Full-bodied, with ripe blackberry, pluot, and mixed cherries with cinnamon, black pepper, and tanned leather on the entry. Robustly textured tannins lead to a mid-palate featuring smoked tea leaves and savory meats. The long and balanced finish is dominated by the lasting flavors of dried cranberry, camphor and baking spices. 

Justin Vineyard is one of Paso Robles' founding estates, established in 1981 in the Adelaida Hills — where calcareous soils, hot days, and dramatically cool nights create ideal conditions for Bordeaux-style Cabernet Sauvignon. Justin has become the benchmark producer of the appellation, crafting wines of genuine depth, balance, and approachability that rival Napa at a fraction of the price. The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon is aged 14 months in traditional small oak barrels, built with the same care as the finest traditionally crafted Bordeaux-style wines.

The nose is aromatic and inviting: red raspberry and black cherry laced with vanilla, soft herbs, and warming spices. On the palate, it is dry, moderately full-bodied, and supple — bursting with bright red plum and ripe cherry, with velvety, well-integrated tannins and nuanced elements of caramel, toasted coconut, fennel, and sage. The long finish turns pleasantly savory with floral notes and a hint of pepper. Remarkably balanced and complex, with a fresh palate that invites another sip.

"Lush aromas of cherry, cinnamon, and candied pecan show on the inviting nose. The palate is silky and generous with ample cherry, vanilla, and spicecake flavors. This is a deeply satisfying and bold Cab at a very fair price." — Matt Kettmann, Wine Enthusiast, 92 Points (Vintage 2023)

Winemaker Notes

Bright ruby red with moderate concentration. Red raspberry and black cherry on the nose with vanilla, soft herbs, and warming spices. Dry and supple on the palate with red plum, ripe cherry, caramel, toasted coconut, fennel, and sage. Long, savory finish with floral notes and a hint of pepper. Pairs well with filet mignon, ribeye, grilled chicken, aged Cheddar, and Manchego.

Critical Acclaim

James Suckling 93 Points: A rich, yet balanced wine with honest cabernet characteristics of savory herbs and graphite as well as cedar, tobacco and cigar box. Full-bodied with cleansing acidity and flavors of black cherry, cocoa and spiced orange rind.

Wine Enthusiast 92 Points: This is a deeply satisfying and bold Cab at a very fair price. Lush aromas of cherry, cinnamon, and candied pecan show on the inviting nose. The palate is silky and generous with ample cherry, vanilla, and spicecake flavors. Editors' Choice

Vinous Media 90 Points: The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon bursts with bright raspberry and cherry, complemented by autumnal spice. It is juicy in feel, with a solid core of ripe red and blue fruits supported by vibrant acidity. Gently tannic yet lively, the 2023 leaves a licorice and dark chocolate tinge that lingers.

Justin Vineyard · Isosceles · 2021

Winemaker Description

In 1987, we made our first vintage of a wine styled after the famous First Growth producers of Bordeaux, created with the same uncompromising care as the Grands Vins of those venerable chateaux. Full-bodied with ripe black fruit and complex baking spice, this wine is amazingly ready to drink right out of the gate, and you can try a bottle or two now—but make sure to save a few to enjoy this wine as it continues to evolve after some time in the cellar.
— Justin Vineyard & Winery

Expert Review — Vintage 2021

James Suckling, 93 Points — A concentrated and rich nose with aromas of blood plums, mocha, prunes and baking spices. The palate is full-bodied with firm tannins and long, lingering notes of blackberry compote, roasted meat, graphite and citrus rind. Made from a blend of 86% cabernet sauvignon, 7% cabernet franc and 7% merlot. It needs time in bottle for the tannins to soften. Drinkable now, but best from 2028.

Specs

• Producer: Justin Vineyard & Winery
• Wine: Isosceles
• Vintage: 2021
• Appellation: Paso Robles, California
• Blend: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 7% Merlot
• Size: 750ml

Vinous 90 Points: The 2023 Chardonnay Central Coast opens with a honeyed bouquet of wild flowers, ginger shavings and freshly sliced nectarines. This sweeps across the palate with ease, clean and bright, with vivid green apple fruit. It leaves the senses pleasantly refreshed as nuances of chamomile fade.

Crafted in a bright, fruit-driven style that showcases the best of California Chardonnay, Justin Winery Chardonnay Sonoma County 2023 offers remarkable balance, freshness, and approachability. Sourced from select vineyard sites, this expressive white wine opens with inviting aromas of ripe pear, golden apple, honeydew melon, and citrus blossom, complemented by subtle notes of vanilla, baking spice, and toasted brioche.

On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and beautifully textured, delivering layers of juicy orchard fruit, lemon curd, and stone fruit flavors supported by lively acidity and a gentle touch of oak. The finish is clean, refreshing, and persistent, making it an exceptionally versatile Chardonnay for both casual enjoyment and food pairing.

Elegant yet accessible, this Sonoma County Chardonnay pairs wonderfully with roasted chicken, grilled seafood, creamy pasta dishes, crab cakes, lobster, and mild cheeses.

Tasting Notes

• Aromas: Pear, golden apple, citrus blossom, melon, vanilla
• Palate: Apple, peach, lemon curd, baking spice, subtle oak
• Body: Medium-bodied
• Style: Fresh, balanced, fruit-forward Chardonnay
• Finish: Clean, bright, and lingering

A polished and crowd-pleasing California Chardonnay that delivers exceptional value and everyday drinkability.

Kaetsu · Kanbara Bride of the Fox · Junmai Ginjo Sake · Niigata, Japan · 720ml

Kanbara Bride of the Fox takes its inspiration from the local legends behind Niigata’s annual fox-bride festival. This savory Junmai Ginjo combines grilled-nut and pistachio aromas with ripe honeydew notes, finishing crisp with a touch of lingering sweetness.

Character & Style

The supplied producer note highlights grilled nuts, pistachio, and a hint of white chocolate, followed by ripe honeydew. Its savory character offers a distinctive partner for rich dishes, while the crisp finish keeps the profile lively.

Producer Description

This savory sake is inspired by local legends of Niigata's annual fox-bride festival. Local lore tells of mysterious lights that appeared on nearby Mt. Kirin in the distant past, which are claimed to be the lanterns carried in the fox-bride procession. With a 50% polishing rate, this sake could technically qualify as a Junmai Daiginjo, but the savory notes and food pairing versatility identify more with the style expected from Junmai

Intense aromas of grilled nuts, pistachio, and a hint of white chocolate. Ripe honeydew notes finish crisp with a hint of lingering sweetness.

One of the best meat pairings in the portfolio. Try with duck, fig-stuffed pork loin, or black cod with miso glaze.

The supplied producer passage ends at “Junmai.” The bottle is listed as Junmai Ginjo; the producer’s comparison with Junmai Daiginjo is retained as supplied, not used to relabel the sake.

Serving & Pairing Suggestions

Try lightly chilled and allow a little time in the glass to explore the savory and melon notes. Follow the producer’s pairing suggestions with duck, fig-stuffed pork loin, or miso-glazed black cod.

Sake Details

• Producer: Kaetsu
• Brand: Kanbara
• Expression: Bride of the Fox
• Classification listed: Junmai Ginjo
• Origin: Niigata, Japan
• Rice polishing rate in the supplied note: 50%
• Bottle size: 720ml
• Producer profile: Grilled nuts, pistachio, white chocolate, and ripe honeydew

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The black bottle design is inspired by the Nicaraguan tradition of Day of the Dead. In Nicaragua, in addition to the standard traditions of building a shrine and gift-giving, many people linger and sleep in the graveyard. They believe that this act re-enforces the emotional connection between them and the deceased.

The perfect blend of Kahlúa’s with real cocoa, Chocolate Sips Smooth Chocolate flavor has an exceptionally rich taste that melts in your mouth.   Enjoy this indulgent drink neat, over ice, or chilled. All you need is a glass.

Kahlúa Coffee & Rum Liqueur — Veracruz, Mexico 1.0L

Kahlúa is the original coffee liqueur of Veracruz, Mexico — and after more than 80 years, it remains the world’s most iconic expression of the category. The recipe is deceptively simple and endlessly satisfying: 100% Arabica coffee beans and sugarcane rum, both sourced from the fertile volcanic soils of Veracruz, one of Mexico’s most celebrated agricultural regions. The result is a rich, sweet, deeply aromatic liqueur that has earned its place behind every great bar on the planet — and in the 1.0L format, it’s the bottle that keeps the party going.

The nose is immediately recognizable: roasted coffee, dark chocolate, vanilla, and a hint of caramel. On the palate, it is rich and velvety — sweet coffee and rum intertwine with notes of dark cocoa and vanilla bean, finishing warm and satisfying. Endlessly versatile: sip it over ice, pour it into an Espresso Martini, stir it into a White Russian, or use it to elevate desserts and baking.

67 Wine — “The original. Eighty years of Veracruz coffee and rum in every bottle — there’s a reason Kahlúa is still the first name in coffee liqueur.”

• Producer: Kahlúa, Veracruz, Mexico
• Base Spirit: Sugarcane Rum
• Coffee: 100% Arabica, Veracruz
• Size: 1.0L
• Tasting Notes: Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, vanilla, caramel, warm rum finish
• Serve: Over ice, in an Espresso Martini, White Russian, Black Russian, or B-52
• Best Paired With: Tiramisu, chocolate cake, vanilla ice cream, coffee desserts

Eighty years, one recipe, zero compromises — Kahlúa is the coffee liqueur the world keeps coming back to.

Producer Description 

The original liqueur of Veracruz! Kahlua relies on two of the region's finest ingredients- sugarcane and 100% Arabica coffee. 

Producer Description

Kaiyo Cask Strength Japanese Whisky is matured in the finest Mizunura oak casks. The casks are hand made due to the Mizunura oaks delicate wood grain. Extremely smooth with great complexity and a lovely balance of fruit, silky malt, and a touch of dark chocolate.

Kalembu · Mamajuana · 'Crazy Design Edition' · Dominican Republic · 187ml

Long before rum was rum, the indigenous Taíno people of the Dominican Republic were steeping herbs, bark, and spices in honey and wine as a health elixir, shamanic tonic, and ceremonial drink. That tradition — Mamajuana — survived centuries of history and became one of the Caribbean's most beloved cultural rituals. In 2005, J&J Spirits set out to honor that heritage in a new way: crafting Kalembu, the first perfectly balanced, ready-to-drink Mamajuana, blending Dominican rum, red wine, honey, and a proprietary blend of traditional herbs and spices into a single, shelf-stable bottle. No steeping required. No guesswork. Just the real thing, ready to pour. The 'Crazy Design Edition' brings that same spirit in a collectible 187ml format — bold label, big flavor, perfect for gifting, sampling, or keeping one in your pocket for the right moment.

Velvety and semi-sweet with a warm, inviting nose of honey, dried fruit, and woody spice. On the palate: smooth and layered, with flavors of rum, dark cherry, cinnamon, and herbal earthiness, finishing with a gentle warmth and a lingering hint of sweetness. Serve chilled as a shot, over ice, or as a cocktail base. At 60 proof and $8.99 for 187ml, it's the most fun you can have with a mini bottle.

• Producer: J&J Spirits / Kalembu (est. 2005)
• Style: Mamajuana — rum, red wine, honey & traditional herbs
• Origin: Dominican Republic
• ABV: 30% (60 Proof)
• Size: 187ml (Crazy Design Edition)
• Tasting Notes: Honey, dried fruit, dark cherry, cinnamon, woody spice, smooth herbal finish
• Serve: Chilled shot · On the rocks · Cocktail base · Gift & collectible

Taíno tradition meets modern craft — the Dominican Republic's most iconic spirit, ready to drink.