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Valtellina Superiore — Italy's Hidden Gem for Nebbiolo Lovers

Nino Negri is the benchmark producer of Valtellina, the dramatic Alpine appellation in Lombardy where Nebbiolo — known locally as Chiavennasca — grows on steep, terraced granite slopes above the Adda River. Quadrio is the estate's entry-level Valtellina Superiore DOCG: a wine that captures the elegance, freshness, and aromatic complexity of mountain Nebbiolo at an exceptional price point, offering a compelling alternative to Barolo and Barbaresco for a fraction of the cost.

Winemaker Notes

Dark garnet-red in color with distinctive, fine aromas of small fruits, raspberry preserves, roses, and violets, with a delicate herbal note. Full and lively on the palate with tart fruit flavors, elegant tannins, and a lingering aftertaste with traces of prunes and toasty oak.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Nebbiolo (Chiavennasca)
• Appellation: Valtellina Superiore DOCG, Lombardy, Italy
• Producer: Nino Negri
• Vintage: 2021
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

A natural match for Alpine and Northern Italian cuisine — exceptional with braised beef, osso buco, risotto ai funghi, aged Bitto cheese, and charcuterie boards.

California Coastal Pinot Noir That Delivers Effortless Pleasure at an Unbeatable Price

Sea Sun is the California coastal project of Charlie Wagner, the celebrated winemaker behind Caymus Vineyards. Sourced from premier coastal appellations spanning several hundred miles — from Suisun Valley neighboring Napa, down through Monterey to Santa Barbara County — Sea Sun Pinot Noir captures the best of California's cool-climate Pinot Noir country: bright, fruit-driven, and silky, with the kind of effortless drinkability that makes it one of the state's great everyday reds.

Winemaker Notes

The 2023 Sea Sun Pinot Noir has aromas of cherry, light toasted wood, dry earth, clove, and a hint of s'mores. The flavors echo the cherry on the nose, with raspberry on the finish. Bright and fruit-driven, with lush cherries and a strikingly soft texture. Sourced from coastal regions where cooling ocean breezes and an extended growing season create heightened complexity and layered aromatics.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Appellation: California Coast (Suisun Valley, Monterey, Santa Barbara County)
• Producer: Sea Sun / Charlie Wagner (Caymus)
• Vintage: 2023
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

Highly versatile and crowd-pleasing — exceptional with roasted salmon, grilled chicken, mushroom pasta, charcuterie boards, and light lamb dishes.

Altesino's Brunello di Montalcino is a benchmark expression of Sangiovese Grosso from one of Tuscany's most storied estates. Brilliant ruby tending toward garnet with age, it opens with an intense, refined bouquet of sweet violet, tobacco, chocolate, wild berries, and vanilla. On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-structured, with firm yet balanced tannins and exceptional aging potential.

The first wine to receive Italy's DOCG appellation, Brunello di Montalcino is the ultimate ambassador of Italian fine wine. This 375ml half bottle is ideal for an intimate pairing or a first look at a cellar-worthy vintage.

Pairs beautifully with braised meats, wild boar, aged pecorino, truffles, and hearty Tuscan cuisine.

Expert Review - Vintage 2023 

Vinous 93 Points | The 2023 Vouvray Sec Le Haut-Lieu is a pure, refined, seamless style with pear, pineapple and nectarine flavors. It boasts excellent clarity and refinement, with lovely freshness hailing from calibrated acidity that bursts through this blossoming wine. Considering this was only bottled three weeks before tasting, I’m very encouraged by the results.

Wine Spectator 92 Points | Fresh-crushed apple, quince and spice notes have an earthy dimension, with hints of roasted agave and wet soil. There's beautiful range and just enough plumpness to make this generous, yet it's held in check by a chalky mineral element and very fine tannins. Toasted almond and salted butter notes move in, with lime-edged acidity cleaning up the finish. Refined and complex. Drink now through 2037.

Winemaker Description 

The original Huët vineyard is nearly 9 hA. It has the richest soils of the domaine’s three crus - a deep limestone-clay - and the wines are generally the estate’s most approachable. In some vintages, small quantities from nearby estate parcels may be added to Le Haut-Lieu. Winemaker Description.

Paul Hobbs CrossBarn Pinot Noir — Sonoma Coast 2022 750ml

Paul Hobbs is one of California's most celebrated winemakers — a perfectionist whose name on a label is a guarantee of quality. CrossBarn is his Sonoma Coast project, sourced entirely from estate vineyards including George Menini, Cleary, Goldrock, and Catherine Lindsay Estates. The 2022 vintage is a triumph: four critics, four scores of 90 points or above, led by James Suckling at 94. This is Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir at its most expressive — elegant, layered, and built for the table.

Brilliant deep ruby in color. The nose opens with pomegranate, cranberry, crisp red apple skin, delicate florals, and forest floor. On the palate, harmonious layers of plum, raspberry, and Morello cherry are lifted by bright acidity and fine-grained tannins, with a long, refreshing finish of spice and fruit. Creamy, focused, and beautifully balanced.

James Suckling 94 • Wine Advocate 93 • Jeb Dunnuck 92 • Wine Enthusiast 90 — "Lovely elegance, a refined feel, and great freshness through the finish." — Jeb Dunnuck. (VIntage 2022). 

• Producer: Paul Hobbs CrossBarn, Sonoma Coast, California
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Sonoma Coast
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
• Vineyards: George Menini, Cleary, Goldrock & Catherine Lindsay Estates
• Style: Light-Medium Bodied Red
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Pomegranate, cranberry, plum, raspberry, Morello cherry, florals, forest floor, spice
• Cellar Potential: Drink now or hold 5–6 years
• Best Paired With: Grilled salmon, duck breast, mushroom risotto, roasted chicken, charcuterie

Four critics, four scores of 90+, one outstanding price — CrossBarn is the Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir that overdelivers every time.

Chilean Merlot That Delivers Everyday Pleasure at an Unbeatable Price

Gato Negro is one of Chile's most beloved everyday wine brands, sourcing from the sun-drenched vineyards of the Central Valley to produce approachable, fruit-forward wines that consistently overdeliver for the price. Their Merlot is a textbook example of Chilean value: smooth, fresh, and immediately enjoyable, with the ripe fruit character and soft tannins that make Merlot one of the world's most crowd-pleasing varieties.

Winemaker Notes

Ruby-red in color with violet hues. Intense, fresh, and fruity aromas of blackberry and plum, melded with smooth toasted notes and sweet vanilla. Medium-bodied on the palate with smooth tannins, lively fruit flavors, and a pleasing finish.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Merlot
• Appellation: Central Valley, Chile
• Producer: Gato Negro / Viña San Pedro
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

Wonderfully versatile — great with grilled chicken, pasta with tomato sauce, burgers, mild cheeses, and casual weeknight meals.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023

The Wine Enthusiast 93 Points | Here’s Dolcetto flexing all tis muscles. Dark purple fruits hit first, then a crack of black pepper wakes up your senses. Violets drift above it all, adding complexity without getting precious. The structure means business but doesn’t forget Dolcetto’s friendly side.  This is the wine showing you why it deserves more attention, serious enough for wine geeks but fun enough for everyone else. (Best Buy)

The Wine Spectator 89 Points | Ripe and bursting with boysenberry, raspberry, violet and sweet spice flavors, this is dense and backed by gripping tannins on the finish. Balanced with succulent acidity.

Winemaker Description 

The Pecchenino "San Luigi" Dogliani Superiore is a distinguished example of Dolcetto, known for its depth and rich flavor profile. It features a well-structured profile with vibrant acidity and a smooth, elegant finish. Produced by Pecchenino, a notable estate in the Dogliani region, the winery is celebrated for its dedication to quality and traditional winemaking techniques.

This Superiore, crafted from carefully selected Dolcetto grapes, offers a complex array of flavors including ripe dark fruit, subtle spice, and a hint of earthiness. It pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes such as pasta, grilled meats, and savory cheeses, making it a versatile choice for both everyday enjoyment and special occasions.

Producer Notes

Koonunga Hill is one of Penfolds’ most beloved and enduring wines — a benchmark for approachable, everyday Australian red. The Shiraz brings plenty of dark fruit while the Cabernet Sauvignon adds cool, lifted aromatics. Deep crimson with red brick hues, the nose reveals preserved plums, fresh mulberry, cherry compote, milk chocolate, baking spices, fresh bay leaf, white pepper, and licorice. The palate is succulent with refreshing acidity and subtle tannins. Ripe red fruits offer richness on the mid-palate, with dark cherry, pomegranate, and cranberry. A savory, umami edge adds complexity. Softly textured, medium-bodied, and very approachable.

Food Pairings

• Grilled steak, ribs, or lamb shanks
• Beef stew or shepherd’s pie
• Aged cheddar or blue cheese
• BBQ or hearty pasta dishes

Paul Hobbs Brings His Winemaking Mastery to Sonoma Cabernet

Paul Hobbs is one of California’s most celebrated winemakers, and his Crossbarn Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 delivers his signature precision and elegance at an accessible price point. Sourced from premier Sonoma County vineyards, this Cab-led Bordeaux blend is juicy, plush, and layered — earning 93 points from both Vinous and James Suckling and standing out as one of the great overachievers in California red wine.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2021

• Vinous — 93 pts: “A huge overachiever. Bright, punchy and super-expressive. Readers will have a very hard time finding a wine with this much quality for the money.”
• James Suckling — 93 pts: “Lots of currants and black berries with black cherries and tobacco. Medium body with nicely opened tannins that give length and beauty. Juicy at the end with hints of tobacco and cedar. Drink now or hold.”
• Wine Enthusiast — 92 pts: “Juicy and softer-style Cabernet with loads of raspberry and candied cherry aromas. Spiced black plum compote, cocoa powder and black pepper flavors concentrated on a plush but neatly balanced palate.”

Winemaker Notes

Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 750ml

A Bordeaux-inspired blend led by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Rich and approachable with raspberry, black cherry, spiced plum, cocoa, and cedar — plush tannins and a juicy, balanced finish.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
• Appellation: Sonoma County, California
• Producer: Paul Hobbs (Crossbarn)
• Vintage: 2021
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

A natural at the table — excellent with grilled ribeye, lamb chops, roasted duck, mushroom dishes, and aged cheddar.

Joseph Faiveley Bourgogne Blanc — Burgundy 2024

Faiveley's Bourgogne Blanc is the entry point into one of Burgundy's most storied estates — and it punches well above its appellation. Founded in 1825 and based in Nuits-Saint-Georges, Faiveley is among the largest vineyard owners in the Côte d'Or, with holdings spanning the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. That estate access is the secret: fruit from their own vineyards is blended with carefully selected grapes from trusted growers, producing a wine of genuine village-level character at an appellation price. The 2024 vintage delivers everything you want from a Burgundian Chardonnay — freshness, generosity, and a length that defies its price.

The color is a brilliant pale greenish-yellow. The nose is expressive and charming: white flowers, ripe pear, lemon zest, and a whisper of minerality. On the palate, the attack is bold and generous — round and full-bodied with a creamy mid-palate, subtle oak integration, and a finish of exceptional length and persistence for a Bourgogne Blanc. This is the benchmark for what entry-level white Burgundy can be.

"A genuine value wine — exceptional length and persistence for a Bourgogne Blanc." — Joseph Faiveley

• Producer: Joseph Faiveley, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Bourgogne Blanc AOC
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Style: Crisp, generous, expressive entry-level white Burgundy
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: White flowers, pear, lemon zest, minerality, creamy mid-palate, long finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now or cellar 3–5 years
• Best Paired With: Grilled fish, roasted chicken, veal, soft cheeses, mushroom dishes, light pasta with cream sauce

A genuine value from one of Burgundy's great historic maisons — Faiveley's Bourgogne Blanc is the everyday Chardonnay with real Burgundian soul.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022

The Wine Enthusiast 94 Points | From a small 20-acre estate in the southern part of the prestigious Pauillac appellation, Bellegrave has produced a richly structured wine. Black-currant and toast aromas from the Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend give the wine richness and dense, concentrated black fruits.

James Suckling 94 Points | A nice smoky layer to the fresh blackcurrants, cedar and graphite. This shows the Pauillac structure and demureness with an appealing touch of dark, ashy fruit and a lead-pencil note. Full-bodied, the palate is packed with dusty, fine-grained tannins. Excellent length and verticality here. It will become even more resolved and long.

The Wine Spectator 93 Points | This is a dark and sleek offering, with gently mulled black currant and blackberry fruit dusted with a cocoa note and gilded with violet and dried anise accents. A light kiss of singed cedar underscores the fresh finish.

Memo Summary Notes

The 2022 Chateau Bellegrave Pauillac is a standout vintage from this boutique 20-acre estate, which sits in a prestigious neighborhood between legendary neighbors like Chateau Latour and Lynch-Bages.

Pair with 

Best served with roasted lamb, a thick ribeye with rosemary, or a mushroom-heavy risotto.

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On the nose, this wine is fruit forward with a touch of apple, peach and apricot with a slight spice. Fresh and tangy, fine spices, white pepper and round body.

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The Wine Advocate 91 Points | The 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is mineral and fresh, with almost spritzy acidity on the palate. This is all about green fruit and soft leaf herbs, gentle persuasions of white pineapple and mint and a salty Margherita character that is really quite attractive.

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Straw-yellow with typical greenish hues.

Wide, delightful, wildflower, almonds scent, white and yellow fruits such as apple, pear, white plum and gooseberry.

Fresh, dry, intense, harmonic and pleasantly fruity, smooth with a good body, well-balance acidity and pleasantly long-lasting aftertaste. Perfect affinity Nose-Palate.

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Intensely aromatic and crisp on the palate, with aromas and flavors of yellow apple, white peach, pear and notes of white flowers.

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Borgoforte is a small village in the middle of our Estate that proved too strong to conquer

A strong village. Like our new red wines, it symbolizes the resilient and charming character of the Tuscans.

This wine is made in the “Super – Tuscan” style by adding Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes to the classical grape of Tuscany, Sangiovese.

Each year we add selected wines to the blend to bring subtle complexity and richness without losing the flavor of the traditional wines of Tuscany. Grapes picked at optimum ripeness ensure a wine which expresses itself in its ripe blackfruit components and full body. A true reflection of flavours which are a marriage of our soils under the Tuscan sun. For smooth body and elegance, the wine is aged in small oak barrels.We enthusiastically recommend this wine with pasta, red meats and game of any kinds.

Winemaker Description 

This Prosecco, boasts a flavor profile guaranteed to delight your palate. With notes of white peach and ripe apple, as well as dog roses and other florals, this white wine is perfectly balanced.

Memo Summary Notes

Fasol Menin "Leonte" Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Extra Dry is the most classic and representative version from this artisanal winery in Valdobbiadene. It is a Prosecco that focuses entirely on the balance between the typical softness of the residual sugar (Extra Dry) and the mineral freshness of the Treviso hills.

Food pairing: It pairs beautifully with finger food, shellfish, legume soups (such as the typical Venetian pasta and bean soup in a lighter version), and fresh cheeses. It's also surprisingly good with not-too-spicy Asian cuisine (sushi and sashimi).

Expert Review — Vintage 2023

Wine Enthusiast — 90 Points (Danielle Callegari) | Savory, umami aromas of low tide, seaweed, and crushed shells on the nose, turning citrusy with abundant fresh lemon, lime, and grapefruit. The palate presents sweeter notes of sugared half-grapefruit and candied orange slices, balanced by teeth-tingling acidity and a flick of Maldon salt.

Winemaker's Notes

Tenuta Rapitalà crafts Vìviri — meaning "live" or "drink" in Sicilian dialect — as a celebration of the Grillo variety at its most expressive. Grown on the sun-drenched hills of the Rapitalà estate, this wine is defined by its vibrant flavor and striking minerality.   

Terroir & Vinification

Grillo vines are planted between 900 and 1,300 feet elevation on the Rapitalà estate, trained using the traditional Guyot system in soils of clay, small pebbles, and sand. The altitude imparts greater natural acidity, lending the wine its signature sapidity and mineral tension.

Grapes are harvested in mid-August, slightly before full ripeness to preserve the balance between sugar and acidity. The fruit is pressed, fermented, and aged entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel — keeping the wine fresh, pure, and unoaked.

• Winery: Tenuta Rapitalà
• Appellation: Sicilia DOC, Sicily, Italy
• Varietal: Grillo
• Vintage: 2023
• Format: 750ml
• Elevation: 900–1,300 ft
• Oak: Unoaked — stainless steel
• Style: Crisp, mineral, citrus-driven
• Pairings: Fish, shellfish, light pasta, vegetables, fresh cheeses, chicken

Winemaker Description 

Color of intense dark cherry with a violet edge. Intense nose, dominated by ripe red fruits, raspberry, currant, together with balsamic and mineral notes.
Powerful in the mouth, full-bodied, pleasantly tannic and fruity with a light spice on the finish. A beautiful crowd-pleaser.

Memo Summary Notes

Hails from the high-altitude, slate-heavy soils of Calatayud. While the Monastrell is known for being dark and "meaty," this Garnacha is celebrated for its high-toned fruit and floral elegance.

True to the Gil Family style, this wine remains certified organic and vegan, offering extreme value for an "old-vine" red.

Winemaker Description

Francesc Ricart Brut is a cava made following its Traditional Method in the most representative area of the DO Cava, which is the region of Penedes and Sant Sadurní d´Anoia.

Expressing aromas of toast, honeycomb, sourdough and nougat. Elegant sparkling wine with an intense flavour of the local varieties and fine texture. Citrus peel and hint of forest floor flavours are supported by the toasted bread. 

A careful selection of the best Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Perellada local varieties and a meticulous winemaking process -the second fermentation and the subsequent ageing take place in the bottle- are the basis of this cava. This cava respects the essence of a traditional brut and it is a fresh and easy-drinking wine.

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points (Jesica Vargas): "This Malbec reveals an earthy character, with a bouquet of delicate hints of herbs and black fruit. The palate unfolds leafy flavors, supported by soft tannins and enough freshness. Enjoy it with beef empanadas."

Antigal UNO Malbec is a polished, approachable expression of Mendoza Malbec — fruit-forward and silky, with the natural acidity and violet character that define Argentina's signature red grape.

The Wine Enthusiast New World Winery of the Year 2023

Tasting Notes

• Color: Violet-red with brilliant clarity
• Nose: Plum, strawberry, blackberry, violets and hints of herbs
• Palate: Dark plum and blackberry with vanilla, milk chocolate and soft, well-integrated tannins
• Finish: Silky texture with agreeable persistence and fresh acidity

Production Details

• Winery: Antigal Winery & Estates
• Region: Mendoza, Argentina
• Varietal: Malbec
• Vintage: 2023 | Format: 750ml
• Style: Fruit-forward, approachable & elegant
• Allergens: Contains sulfites

Food Pairings

• Beef empanadas and grilled skirt steak
• Roasted lamb and BBQ ribs
• Hearty pasta with tomato-based sauces
• Aged cheeses — Manchego, sharp cheddar

Antigal Winery & Estates is a family-owned producer crafting wines from high-altitude Mendoza vineyards. The UNO label represents their commitment to quality and value — wines that over-deliver at every price point.

South African Pinotage from an All-Women Run Winery

HER is the flagship collection from Adama Wines, an all-women run company based in Wellington, South Africa. Founded by eight dedicated South African women, the brand was created to represent sisters, mothers, daughters, and grandmothers — the women who strive to make the world a better place. The 2024 HER Pinotage is exactly what great everyday Pinotage should be: youthful, vibrant, and immediately enjoyable, with the bright fruit and velvety texture that make South African Pinotage one of the world’s most distinctive and food-friendly red varieties.

Winemaker Notes

Youthful and fun. Bright and punchy berries and ripe red fruits on the nose. Juicy on the palate with velvety tannins and a fresh, fruit-driven finish. Best enjoyed slightly cool.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Pinotage
• Appellation: Western Cape, South Africa
• Producer: Adama Wines (HER Collection)
• Vintage: 2024
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

Wonderfully versatile — exceptional with grilled meats, BBQ ribs, burgers, spiced lamb, and casual weeknight meals.

Winemaker Description 

The sunlight freely pours in Alsace. The vine rows and their fruit—shielded from stormy weather by the Vosges mountains—capture every ounce, creating a pleasantly perfumed, flowery, bold, modern, classic, totally unique, and ambrosially fascinating wine.

Pomerol That Delivers Right Bank Richness and Aromatic Extravagance

Château Vieux Maillet is a small, highly regarded estate in Pomerol — the celebrated Right Bank appellation that produces some of Bordeaux’s most opulent and sought-after Merlot-based wines. The 2019 Vieux Maillet comes from an exceptional vintage across Bordeaux and delivers the hallmark Pomerol profile: succulent, aromatic, and richly textured, with the depth and fine balance to drink beautifully now or develop further through the decade.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2019 

• Vinous — 94 pts: "Aromatic, effusive and charming right out of the gate. Succulent dark cherry, plum, mocha, chocolate, espresso and licorice lend striking aromatic nuance. There’s plenty of depth and fine balance to this decidedly extroverted Pomerol."
• Wine Enthusiast — 92 pts: "Superripe Merlot gives a wine that is succulent, rich, and densely packed with balanced blackberry fruits and solid tannins. The wine’s layers of ripeness promise great things. Drink from 2025."
• James Suckling — 92 pts: "Grilled herbs, iron, damp earth and subtle sweet spices on top of ripe plums, berries, potpourri and cooked grapefruit. Juicy and medium-bodied with round tannins and a fresh, composed finish of excellent length. Quite appealing for early drinking."

Producer Notes

Deep garnet-purple in color with well-expressed notes of black cherries, fresh blackberries, and black raspberries with suggestions of dried Mediterranean herbs, dark chocolate, eucalyptus, and cracked black pepper. Medium to full-bodied with vibrant black fruits, ripe rounded tannins, and a peppery lift on the finish.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Blend: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
• Appellation: Pomerol AOC, Bordeaux, France
• Producer: Château Vieux Maillet
• Vintage: 2019
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

A classic Right Bank pairing — exceptional with roasted duck, lamb rack, beef tenderloin, truffle dishes, and aged Comté or Brie de Meaux.

Expert Ratings

Matthew Luczy writes:  Sourced from the limestone soils of Talinay Vineyard, the 2023 Cordillera Chardonnay is a lovely example of the transparent vibrancy possible in Chardonnay from the coastal sections of Limarí. Opening with a medley of orchard fruits, citrus and floral accents, the palate is clean and precise, with a touch of waxy breadth that provides additional staying power through the mouthwatering finish.  - Robert Parker Wine Advocate 92

Producer Description 

Fresh, fruity aroma dominated by peach, white plum, and grapefruit notes, with touches of toasted hazelnut. Mineral on the palate, with plenty of volume, elegant acidity and lasting rich fruity aromas, ending with a fresh, pleasant aftertaste.

Winemaker Description 

Mionetto’s Prosecco is made from the Glera grape, which is grown in the hills of Valdobbiadene and Conegliano. The grapes are carefully selected and harvested by hand to ensure the highest quality. The wine is then fermented in stainless steel tanks using the Charmat method, which results in a light, refreshing, and effervescent wine.

Winemaker Description - Vintage 2023

This Chardonnay grapes come from a single vineyard in Carneros that is influenced by the cooling effect of the Pacific Ocean allowing for a long growing season. The grapes are fermented in French concrete tanks and aged in barrels 3+ years old. The concrete vessel fermentation enhances the aromatics of the varietal, increases the mineral character and highlights the terroir and vineyard site.

Domaine Zafeirakis Limniona Rosé Organic — Thessalia, Greece 2025 750ml

Christos Zafeirakis is one of Greece’s most important young winemakers — and the man single-handedly credited with reviving Limniona, an ancient indigenous variety that had nearly vanished from the world’s wine map. The fourth generation of his family to farm in Tyrnavos, in the PGI Tyrnavos zone of Thessaly in Central Greece, Christos returned home after studies and stages in Italy to plant his first organic vineyard in 2005. What followed was a quiet revolution: world-class, elegant wines from forgotten Greek grapes, made with love, knowledge, and deep respect for tradition. His Limniona Rosé is the most accessible expression of that mission — and one of the most original rosés in the world.

Soft salmon in color with brilliant clarity. The nose is expressive and aromatic: cranberry, wild strawberry, red fruit, delicate florals, caramel, and a whisper of Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, lively acidity is beautifully balanced by the intensity of fruit, with an unexpected freshness and a subtle, appetizing bitterness that gives the wine an extra dimension. The finish is long, clean, and distinctly Greek.

Our Professional Review

Limniona is a grape variety from northern Greece known for its delightful freshness and balance. As a single varietal rosé it makes an expressive wine with intense cranberry, wild strawberry, and mediterranean herb notes that lend a pleasing touch of bitterness to the finish. - Rand Sieger, 67 Wine Buyer

• Producer: Domaine Zafeirakis, Tyrnavos, Thessalia, Greece
• Winemaker: Christos Zafeirakis (4th generation)
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: PGI Tyrnavos, Thessalia
• Varietal: 100% Limniona
• Farming: Certified Organic (since 2005)
• Style: Dry Aromatic Rosé
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Cranberry, wild strawberry, red fruit, florals, caramel, Mediterranean herbs, lively acidity, long finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now
• Best Paired With: Grilled fish with oregano, pasta with vegetables, moussaka, burrata, prosciutto pizza

A rosé unlike any other — Zafeirakis’s Limniona is the rare bottle that makes you rethink everything you thought you knew about Greek wine.

Producer Notes

Marietta Cellars has been crafting their Old Vine Red blend in Sonoma County since 1980, releasing it in numbered lots — each one a unique expression of the vintage. Lot 74 is a Zinfandel-based blend of old vine fruit, incorporating Syrah, Petite Sirah, Carignan, Grenache, and Barbera. It jumps out of the glass with lovely bright plum fruit — dark and focused with notes of briar patch and black tea. Medium-bodied with sweet spice, velvety tannins, and electric vibrancy. A wine that strikes a perfect balance between fruit-forward enjoyment and layered sophistication.

Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Carignan, Grenache, Barbera

Expert Reviews

• Robert Parker 93 pts | Spicy and easy to drink with aromas of red and black cherries, mint, bitter chocolate, and allspice with earthy undertones. The medium-bodied palate is finely chalky and refreshing, with spicy fruit and an easygoing finish.

Food Pairings

• BBQ ribs or grilled sausages
• Braised short ribs or lamb chops
• Pizza, burgers, or hearty pasta
• Aged cheddar or smoked gouda

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars · Artemis · Cabernet Sauvignon · Napa Valley · 2023 · 750ml

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars is one of the most storied names in American wine — the estate whose 1973 Cabernet Sauvignon famously defeated Bordeaux’s finest in the 1976 Judgment of Paris, announcing Napa Valley to the world. Artemis is the house’s flagship Napa Valley Cabernet: named after the Greek goddess of the hunt, it is the culmination of Stag’s Leap’s search for the finest fruit across the valley. The 2023 blend draws from a carefully selected network of vineyards — 42% from Atlas Peak, 11% from Arcadia in Coombsville, 11% from Battuello in St. Helena, and additional parcels from Calistoga and the Stags Leap District — fermented in stainless steel and aged 14 months in 57% new French oak. The 2023 vintage is being called one of the coolest and most promising growing seasons in Napa in over a decade, producing wines of exceptional freshness, structure, and aging potential. At $99.99, Artemis delivers Stag’s Leap elegance at its most accessible.

Deep ruby in the glass with a fragrant, expressive nose of ripe currants, Bing cherry, blackberry compote, bay laurel, fresh tobacco leaf, and a lift of graphite and cedar — complex, layered, and unmistakably Napa. On the palate: rich and full-bodied, with a silky, well-balanced mouthfeel and polished tannins that coat the palate with dark chocolate, black currant, and Indian spice. Loamy, volcanic earth and salty crushed-stone minerality carry through a long, resonant, savory finish. Decanter awarded 95 points; Vinous 93; Wine Advocate 91. Drink now through 2035+, or cellar for a decade to watch it fully unfold. Pair with grilled tri-tip, braised short ribs, slow-roasted lamb, wild mushroom pasta, or aged cheddar.

• Producer: Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars (Napa Valley · 1976 Judgment of Paris winner)
• Wine: Artemis · Cabernet Sauvignon · Napa Valley
• Vintage: 2023
• Origin: Napa Valley, California (Atlas Peak, Coombsville, St. Helena, Calistoga)
• Blend: 97.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.5% Petit Verdot, 0.5% Cabernet Franc, 0.5% Merlot
• Aging: 14 months · 100% French oak (57% new)
• ABV: 14%
• Style: Full-bodied, elegant, age-worthy Napa Cabernet Sauvignon
• Scores: Decanter 95 · Vinous 93 · Wine Advocate 91
• Drinking Window: Now–2035+
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Ripe currant, Bing cherry, blackberry, bay laurel, tobacco, graphite, cedar, dark chocolate, volcanic earth, long savory finish
• Pair With: Grilled tri-tip · Braised short ribs · Slow-roasted lamb · Wild mushroom pasta · Aged cheddar · Manchego

The house that won the Judgment of Paris — Artemis is Napa Cabernet at its most elegant and complete.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023 

Decanter — 95 Points
Fragrant aromatics of dark berry fruit lead, layered with bay laurel and sagebrush freshness, cassis, and a lift of graphite. The palate delivers excellent density and poise, framed by polished tannins and loamy, volcanic earth, with rich Indian spice accents and salty, crushed-stone minerality carrying through the long, resonant finish.

Vinous — 93 Points
The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Artemis is fabulous. Black cherry, plum, lavender, licorice and chocolate are front and center. Brisk acids lend freshness to this boisterous, hugely delicious Cabernet Sauvignon. Best of all, the 2023 is a terrific value. It will drink well on release.

Wine Advocate — 91 Points
The 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon Artemis is a fine example, with gentle herbal shadings of sage and thyme bringing savory complexity to the cassis and cherry fruit along with hints of cedar and mocha. It’s medium- to full-bodied and silky in texture, with a sprinkling of fine-grained tannins on the finish. Enjoy this fairly priced wine over the next decade.

Producer Notes

Chappellet Winery has farmed Pritchard Hill on the eastern slopes of Napa Valley since 1967, producing some of California’s most celebrated mountain-grown Cabernet Sauvignon. The Mountain Cuvée is their benchmark Bordeaux-style blend — a wine that beautifully expresses the power and elegance of Napa’s mountain terroir. The 2023 leaps out of the glass with concentrated notes of red currant, boysenberry, cassis, roasted coffee, and dark chocolate, along with savory undertones and sweet oak. Rich and mouthcoating on the palate with seamless texture, supple tannins, and luxurious layers of dark berry fruit, barrel spice, and fresh herbs.

Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc.

Food Pairings

• Prime ribeye or grilled lamb chops
• Braised short ribs or slow-roasted duck
• Aged cheddar or Gruyère
• Mushroom risotto or truffle pasta

At the top of the Mâconnais hierarchy, Pouilly-Fuissé is Burgundy's great white wine of the south — and Louis Jadot's expression is a benchmark of the appellation. Sourced from the villages of Fuissé, Pouilly, Loché, and Vinzelles, this is a Chardonnay of genuine complexity: rich and structured, yet precise and fresh. Judicious oak use adds texture without obscuring the wine's terroir-driven character.

Vineyard
Varietal: Chardonnay (100%)
Region: Pouilly-Fuissé, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France
Soil: Limestone and clay
Viticulture: Conventional

Vinification
Fermentation: Barrel fermented
Aging: Partial oak aging, subtle and well-integrated
Style: Rich, structured, with mineral precision

Tasting Notes
The nose opens with aromas of fresh apple, honey, and white flowers. On the palate, elegant and rich — toasted hazelnuts, citrus zest, and a creamy mid-palate give way to a long, mineral finish. A "mini-Meursault" at a far more approachable price.

Pair with roasted salmon, shellfish in garlic butter, or creamy cheeses like Brie or Camembert.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022 

The Wine Spectator 94 Points | Dynamic and precise, this features a core of steely acidity that frames expressive flavors of raspberry and guava, laced with crushed stone, forest floor and dusky spice notes that gather tension and richness toward fine-grained tannins.

94 James Suckling | The nose is pure and focused, showing aromas of redcurrants, wild raspberries and orange rind. The palate is medium-bodied with finely integrated tannins and acidity, giving notes of cherry, potpourri, struck match and forest floor. Tightly wound with years of aging ahead.

Winemaker Description 

Avni 2022 Pinot Noir is focused and flavorful, yet harmonious and balanced, with an overlying elegance and velvety mouthfeel. Red fruits dominate the flavor profile with some black cherry, spice, black tea, fresh herbs, and a hint of black cherry, tar and rose petal, finishing with a round texture.

It is versatile, pairing well with hot smoked salmon and roasted poultry, even grilled meats.

Russian River Valley Pinot Noir from One of Sonoma's Most Celebrated Partnerships

Dutton-Goldfield is the acclaimed collaboration between winemaker Dan Goldfield and grower Steve Dutton, whose family has farmed the Russian River Valley for generations. The Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir — sourced from the Dutton family's estate vineyards in the heart of the Russian River Valley — is a benchmark expression of the appellation: silky, fruit-driven, and beautifully balanced, with the cool-climate precision and layered complexity that have made Russian River Valley one of America's greatest Pinot Noir regions.

Expert Reviews

• Wine Enthusiast — 94 pts: "This silky, fruity and refined wine shows great balance between generous red cherry, raspberry and dark plum flavors, and refreshing acidity and moderate tannins. It's poised to drink soon but OK to allow it to mature further."

Winemaker Notes

Beautiful dark ruby color with a nose that pops with boysenberry, cherry, and blueberry dancing over sandalwood and baking spice, with a pretty touch of purple flowers. Plush and supple on the palate with juicy berry compote character carrying through to a lingering finish.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Vineyard: Dutton Ranch Estate, Russian River Valley
• Appellation: Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California
• Producer: Dutton-Goldfield Winery
• Vintage: 2022
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

Highly versatile — exceptional with roasted salmon, duck breast, mushroom dishes, roasted root vegetables, and aged Gouda.

Our Professional Review

100% biodynamically grown Tempranillo, aged 4 months in oak. One of the great bargains for quality wine we carry at 67Wine — pleasant and easy drinking with aromas and flavors of red fruit, a mild touch of oak, and a thirst-quenching finish. Grab a bottle or grab a case — you will love this wine. — Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67Wine Buyer

Winemaker Description

A deep and vibrant wine with an alluring cardinal color. Exuding earth, fresh flowers, and intensity, the wine is fantastically balanced between its acidity and smooth tannins. Dark fruits, herbal notes, and minerality all blend and lead to a long, stunning finish.

• Producer: Finca Torremilanos
• Appellation: Ribera del Duero DO, Castilla y León, Spain
• Grape: 100% Tempranillo
• Farming: Certified biodynamic & organic
• Aging: 4 months in oak
• Vintage: 2024
• Format: 750ml