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Châteauneuf-du-Pape That Delivers Classic Southern Rhône Power and Elegance

Mas de Boislauzon has long been one of the most respected estates in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, farming organically and crafting wines that honor the appellation's storied tradition. Their Tradition Cuvée — a blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Mourvèdre, fermented and aged in concrete — is a benchmark expression of the southern Rhône: rich, structured, and deeply aromatic, with the kind of complexity that rewards both immediate enjoyment and extended cellaring.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2020 

• Wine Spectator — 94 pts: "Plum sauce and cassis reveal earthy, leafy dimension that brings savory freshness to this full-throttle red, which is formidable in structure and frame, with bolts of iron, black tea and persistent yet refined tannins taking this over the finish line. Long and powerful, with smokiness weaving through. Drink now through 2035."
• Jeb Dunnuck — 93 pts: "One of the riper, broader, sexier wines in the vintage. Blackberries, roasted herbs, cured meats, chocolate, and Provençal garrigue all define the aromatics, and it's full-bodied on the palate, with a powerful yet balanced style. Classic cuvées don't get much better than this in 2020. Drink 2022–2037."
• Vinous — 92 pts: "Soars from the glass with fragrant aromas of crushed violets, raspberry, wild strawberry, blueberry, licorice and mint. Full-bodied and layered, it's polished and refined, with a juicy core of fruit and good persistence on the bright finish. Drink 2024–2038."
• James Suckling — 92 pts: "Wild berries, tar, dried herbs and cloves on the nose follow through to a medium to full body with firm tannins. Structured and focused with a crisp core of berries leading to the chewy and salivating finish. From organically grown grapes. Unfiltered."
• Decanter — 92 pts: "Broad and full on the palate. Concentrated but not heavy. Lush and generous, with destemmed fruit fermented and aged in concrete. Drink 2024–2030."

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: 70% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre
• Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône Valley, France
• Producer: Mas de Boislauzon
• Vintage: 2020
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Vinification: Destemmed, fermented and aged in concrete. Unfiltered.
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

A natural match for hearty Provençal cuisine — exceptional with braised lamb, roasted duck, wild boar, beef daube, aged cheeses, and mushroom-based dishes.

From oranges…

It comes from the distillation of high-quality Italian oranges, processed in their entirety of pulp and juice according to the exclusive Bonaventura Maschio process. Due to the production technique and the lower sugar content, it clearly differs from liqueurs and infuai.

Perfect to consume at the end of a meal.

Masciarelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo — Abruzzo 2024 | 1.5L Magnum

Masciarelli is the benchmark producer of Abruzzo — the estate that put this rugged, sun-drenched region on the fine wine map. Founded by the late Gianni Masciarelli and now led by his wife Marina Cvetič, the domaine farms over 300 hectares across Abruzzo's finest hillside sites. Their estate Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is the calling card of the house: a wine of remarkable depth and generosity at an honest price, and in Magnum format it is even better — slower to evolve, more expressive, and built to impress at the table.

The 2024 vintage delivered ideal growing conditions across Abruzzo — warm days, cool nights, and a dry harvest that concentrated the Montepulciano grape to its fullest. The result is a wine that is rich and ripe without being heavy: dark cherry fruit at the core, layered with spice, smoke, and a whisper of dried herbs. Fleshy and full on the palate, with surprising depth and a long, satisfying finish. Drink now through 2028, or cellar for a few more years to let the tannins fully integrate.

• Producer: Masciarelli, San Martino sulla Marrucina, Abruzzo, Italy
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC
• Varietal: 100% Montepulciano
• Format: 1.5L Magnum
• Closure: Screwcap
• Color: Deep ruby-red
• Nose: Dark cherry, ripe plum, spice, smoke, dried herbs
• Palate: Full-bodied, fleshy, with depth and a long finish
• Drink: Now through 2028+
• Best Paired With: Roasted meats, braised lamb, pasta al ragù, wood-fired pizza, aged pecorino

The ultimate trattoria wine — now in a format made for the table.

Masciarelli Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2024

Masciarelli is one of Abruzzo’s most celebrated and influential estates, founded by the visionary Gianni Masciarelli in 1981 and today guided by his daughter Marina Cvetič. From their base in San Martino sulla Marrucina, the estate has done more than perhaps any other producer to elevate the reputation of Abruzzo on the world stage — proving that this rugged, sun-drenched region between the Apennines and the Adriatic can produce wines of genuine depth, character, and value.

The Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is the estate’s flagship entry-level red — and a benchmark for the appellation. Montepulciano, Abruzzo’s signature grape, thrives in the region’s warm days and cool nights, producing wines that are naturally rich, fleshy, and deeply colored, with a rustic charm and food-friendliness that make them among Italy’s most versatile reds. The Wall Street Journal calls it “an excellent food wine” — and it’s hard to argue.

The 2024 opens with aromas of ripe dark cherry, blackberry, and plum, with attractive spicy and smoky undertones. The palate is fleshy and full-bodied, with generous dark fruit, soft tannins, and impressive length. A true trattoria red — best enjoyed young, with food, and in good company.

Varietal: Montepulciano
Appellation: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC, Abruzzo, Italy
Vintage: 2024
Format: 750ml

The Masciarelli family has been making pasta by hand in a tiny village in the mountains of Abruzzo since 1867.  They use only the highest quality semolina di grana dura, mineral rich spring water that flows down from the snow capped peaks of the Majella mountains, and salt to make their pastas which then are cut from century old bronze dies and dried slowly at very low temperatures.  The result is a flavorful pasta that cooks to an extraordinary al dente chewiness.  Your sauce will have to share its spotlight, but it won’t mind one bit. 

Masi Campofiorin Ripasso — Rosso del Veronese, Veneto, Italy 2023

Masi Agricola is one of Italy’s most historic wine estates — a family winery whose roots stretch back to 1772, when the Boscaini family first harvested in the prized vineyards of Vajo dei Masi in the heart of Valpolicella Classica. Born in 1964, Campofiorin is Masi’s original “Super-Venetian” — internationally recognized as the creator of a new category of Veneto wines inspired by the Amarone ripasso technique, and described by Burton Anderson as “a wine of stupendous size and complexity.” The 2023 is crafted from Corvina and complementary varietals, with delayed harvest and an increased percentage of dried grapes to achieve an even more harmonious, full-bodied, and integrally fruity expression. The result is a rich, smooth, and velvety red that combines simplicity and grace with strength and majesty — and overdelivers at its price point.

The nose is warm and inviting: ripe cherries, sweet spices, and berry fruit with a depth that signals the influence of the ripasso technique. On the palate, the wine is rich and full-bodied with intense cherry and berry fruit, soft tannins, good length, and a smooth, lingering finish. It is versatile, crowd-pleasing, and deeply satisfying — the kind of Veneto classic that works from aperitivo to serious dinner with equal ease.

"Rich, smooth and velvety, yet approachable and versatile at table. Marrying simplicity and grace with strength and majesty. Born in 1964, Campofiorin is one of the world’s best-loved traditional Italian classics, internationally recognised as a ‘wine of stupendous size and complexity’ — the creator of a new category of Veneto wines inspired by the Amarone technique." — Masi Agricola

• Producer: Masi Agricola, Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy (est. 1772)
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Rosso del Veronese IGT, Veneto, Italy
• Varietal: Corvina and complementary Veneto varietals
• Technique: Ripasso — re-fermented on dried Amarone grape skins for richness & complexity
• Closure: Cork
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Ripe cherry, sweet spice, berry fruit, soft tannins, rich and velvety finish
• Best Paired With: Richly-sauced pasta, grilled and roasted red meats, aged cheeses, risotto al tardo, braised short ribs

Italy’s original Super-Venetian at an honest price — Masi Campofiorin is the benchmark for what Amarone-inspired Ripasso from the Veneto can deliver.

Experience the Richness of Masi Costasera Amarone

Expert Review - Vintage 2019

The Wine Advocate 92 Points | In the bottle with the black label, the Masi 2019 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Costasera is generous in terms of ripeness, concentration and extract. This blend of 70% Corvina, 15% Rondinella, 10% Oseleta and 5% Molinara shows an inky dark appearance with baked fruit and blackberry preserves. With a 15.5% alcohol content, the wine definitely leaves its mark on all the senses. A hint of mild bitterness comes with the oak tannins. Production is 50,000 bottles 

James Suckling 94 Points | A complex and deep wine. Highlights of dark chocolate and black pepper over black cherries. Refined and condensed tannins with exuberant, racy acidity and full body. Powerful, this has cellaring potential. Drinkable now but best from 2029.

Memo Summary Notes

Primary Varietals - Corvina, Rondinella, Oseleta, Molinara

This Riserva represents Masi's excellence, a benchmark for Amarone. It's a special version of the celebrated Costasera, characterized by extended appassimento (drying) and the use of the unusual Oseleta grape for superior structure.

Introducing Masi Costasera Amarone

Masi Costasera Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 2019 is a stunning representation of Italian craftsmanship. This exceptional red wine, made from partially dried grapes, offers a rich and full-bodied taste that's perfect for special occasions. The wine features deep notes of dark fruit, spices, and a hint of chocolate, which together create a complex and layered flavor profile. So, whether you are celebrating a milestone or simply savoring a quiet evening, this wine promises an unforgettable experience.

The Unique Aging Process

The aging process of Masi Costasera Amarone plays a vital role in enhancing its flavor. The wine matures in oak barrels for a minimum of 24 months, allowing it to develop its character and complexity. This careful selection of aging materials influences its aroma and taste, resulting in a smooth yet intense finish. Therefore, every sip reflects the rich history and tradition of Valpolicella winemaking, making it a true gem for wine enthusiasts.

Perfect Pairings for Masi Costasera

Masi Costasera Amarone pairs beautifully with hearty dishes. It complements red meats, game, and aged cheeses exceptionally well. Because of its rich flavor profile, it can also stand alone as a perfect after-dinner wine, enhancing your dining experience. So, gather your friends or family, open a bottle, and indulge in the luxurious taste of Masi Costasera Amarone while enjoying a flavorful meal together.

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Dark ruby red color, it shows notes of red fruit reminiscent of ripe cherry, plum, blackberry, hints of spice, white chocolate and hazelnuts; full-bodied, round and soft, dense and silky tannins of rare elegance and long finish.

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Pale ruby in colour, with a nose that subtly blends violets and very ripe red berry fruits. On the palate, seductive velvety elegance overlays an attractive weave of fine tannins, highlighting the minerality of the terroir.

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Attractive ruby hue of medium depth. A nose of fresh scrubland with a hint of jujube, while its finesse and elegance are clear as soon it touches the palate.

Massenez · Crème de Cassis Dijon · France · 750ml

Massenez Crème de Cassis is a French blackcurrant liqueur with an intense fruit fragrance and a creamy texture. Listed at 40 proof, this 750ml bottle adds a blackcurrant accent to wine-based aperitifs, sparkling cocktails, and dessert-inspired serves.

Character & Style

The producer describes a deep ruby color with bluish tones, a persistent blackcurrant nose, and fruit flavors balanced by sweetness and a final touch of acidity. The emphasis is on blackcurrant character and a harmonious, rounded texture.

Producer Description

Massenez
Deep ruby color, slightly bluish and dense due to its sugar content. Frank and typical of blackcurrant, without any foreign note. This intense nose marks the quality of the selection of the original fruits. Very fruity and persistent fragrance that is a real invitation to tasting.

A creaminess that feels immediately. Fruity flavors that explode in the mouth and bring a fragile sweetness that leaves room for a final touch of acidity for a perfect balance of flavors. Harmony and sweetness for this exceptional creme.

Serving Suggestions

Try a small measure with dry white wine for a Kir, or with Champagne for a Kir Royale. Add gradually to adjust the sweetness and fruit intensity to taste. For a dessert serve, consider a drizzle over vanilla ice cream.

Spirit Details

• Brand: Massenez
• Expression listed: Crème de Cassis Dijon
• Style: Blackcurrant liqueur
• Country: France
• Strength listed: 40 proof / 20% ABV
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Producer profile: Blackcurrant, creamy texture, sweetness, and balancing acidity

Producer Description 

G.E. Massenez Uses Only Choice, Ripe, Hand-Picked Fruit. Made From Wild Raspberries By Means Of A Proprietary Recipe. Massenez Framboise Sauvage or wild raspberry is a style of eau-de-vie that uses raspberries as the base distillate. 

They say it's noteworthy for its "delicacy" and "mirrors the fragility of the raspberry." Fruit eau-de-vie is generally a drier taste but with aromas and character that reminds intensely of the fruit. This Was Introduced By G. E. Massenez Back In The 1930s. Producer Description. 

Producer Description 

Golden yellow liqueur with fine green shades reminding of the elder bush. Powerful and exotic nose, with lychee and spices (saffron, licorice) notes. Floral tasting notes enhanced by a touch of acidity. Various flowers blossoming on the palate: pink, hawthorn, fresh and dry flowers intermingle. 

Liquor inseparable from the Spritz Blanc cocktail where elderberry liqueur replaces Apérol, it is very difficult to execute.

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Signature liqueur of summer cocktails, this liqueur expresses all the aromatic palettes of passion fruit! A great success for the Master Liquorists of Maison Massenez, rewarded with a Bronze medal at the London Spirits Competition 2022. 

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A Lychee flavored liqueur, a rare sub tropical fruit originating in Southern China where the lychee is famed as “the King of Fruits”. The lychee grows to approximately 3-4 centimetres in size, oval to rounded-heart shaped with a bumpy skin that is red in color.  Once the skin is peeled, the crisp juicy flesh is white or pinkish, translucent and glossy like the consistency of a grape. Lychees have a sub-acid sweetness with a wonderful freshness. The fruit is also high in the antioxidant Vitamin C and the essential mineral Potassium.

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A unique liqueur, worthy of the quality and know-how of Massenez. Liqueur de Piment Oiseau is made from bird’s eye chili.

The taste is less sweet than you would expect from a liqueur, but it is uniquely spicy.

An intense taste experience for the adventurous. Massenez creams and liqueurs, found in the most famous and

trendy places in the world, are celebrated for their high quality and unique taste.

Producer Description

Askos is the name of our project dedicated to the research, selection and cultivation of local heritage native varieties.The symbol is an askos, a Greek “decanter” dating from the 1st century B.C.

Deep ruby red. A wine with great character on the nose: sensations of black and red berries are backed by spicy notes, hints of licorice and cocoa and notes of eucalyptus. It is a full-bodied but not heavy wine, extremely satisfying and easy to drink. The alcohol percentage is well-balanced. Delicious now, it will age well.  

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Deep ruby red in color with violet hues and a full and persistent fragrance; notes of prune and cherry jam, sensations of caramel and pepper that reinforce a very interesting nose indicating a strong body; on the palate it is wide and warm, with flavors of pulpy fruit; it has a very long finish with scents of raisins and almonds.

Master of Mixes Margarita uses authentic margarita ingredients for a taste so great.

Winemaker Description

Ruby red. Aromas of cherries, plums, raspberries, and black pepper. Refined, light tannins and bright acidity make this a lifting, fruity wine.

Pair with salumi, tomato and meat-based sauces and pizza Margherita.

Memo Summary Notes

Vibrant, volcanic red wine that serves as a historic benchmark for the Campania region. Produced by the legendary Mastroberardino family—who famously saved many of southern Italy's indigenous grapes from extinction—this wine is made from 100% Piedirosso grapes grown in the mineral-rich ash of Mount Vesuvius.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2019

Eric Guido of Vinous Media 95 Points | "The 2019 Taurasi Radici is impossible to ignore, mixing cloves with incense, crushed stones and dried black cherries. This is saturating and intense, with a silken textural wave that ushers in masses of tart wild berry fruits and spices, all carried by a stream of vibrant acidity. It finishes long and youthfully tense, with a mineral tinge that lingers along with notes of black licorice and a sour cranberry crunch. In 2019, the Taurasi Radici is back to form. The new releases from Mastroberardino demonstrate this storied estate's ability to adapt to modern-day vintages...In fact, instead of coming across as sun-kissed or in any way dried out, they are notably energetic, with a beautiful purity of fruit and tannins that promise further development. When asked about global warming, Piero Mastroberardino explains, “We can now achieve soft tannins in a big Taurasi; the world has changed." Whether or not this is a good thing for the long term remains to be seen. As for the 2019 Taurasi Radici, it’s a drop-dead classic, and I am very excited to see how the Riservas will show two years from now. It will easily continue to impress for the next two decades or more...Mastroberardino remains a reference point producer in the region, with its eyes firmly set on the future."

James Suckling 95 Points | "Vivid dark ruby color, with aromas of blueberry jelly, earth, black truffles, toasted pepper and chocolate. Velvety on the palate, with juicy acidity, a full body and very good fruit concentration. Great complexity and polish in the finish. Drink or hold..."

Producer Notes

Full, complex and intense, with notes of cherry, violet, wild berries, and a distinctive spicy aroma. This elegant wine has flavors of plum, black cherry, strawberry and intense spices. Aged for 24 months in French oak barriques and Slavonian casks, then a minimum 24 months refinement in bottle. aging potential of 50 years or more. Pair with mature cheeses, truffles, porcini mushrooms, Ragout and other dishes with long cooked sauces and roasted red meats.

Critical Acclaim — Vintage 2021

• Wine Enthusiast 94 Points | Deep, dark and tempting core of black fruits and oak spices, surrounded by the velvety, welcoming texture expected from a Merlot. Blackberries, blueberries, toasted wood and cedar bring complexity on the palate and linger on the finish. Best through 2030.
• Wine Spectator 88 Points | Tightly structured and focused, displaying red and black currant flavors laced with notes of cedar and herbes de Provence as this builds toward firm tannins. Best after 2024. 2,427 cases made.

Winemaker Description

The 2021 Alexander Valley Merlot offers notes of violets, marionberries and fresh plums with hints of black cardamom pods, cedar, green tobacco and white sage. Medium-to-full bodied with silky smooth texture and supple tannins.

Food Pairings

• Braised short ribs or lamb chops
• Roasted duck or herb-crusted pork tenderloin
• Aged cheddar, Gouda, or mushroom-based dishes

Product Details

• Producer: Matanzas Creek Winery
• Grape: Merlot
• Appellation: Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California
• Vintage: 2021
• Format: 750ml

Matchbook Petit Verdot · Dunnigan Hills · 2022

Matchbook's Estate Bottled Petit Verdot draws on the long growing season in California's Dunnigan Hills. The existing winemaker description points to plum, prune, blueberry and vanilla, followed by tobacco, mocha, cream cola and rhubarb. A lingering, dusty finish gives this hearty red a place beside a substantial dinner.

Our own Rand Sieger finds lavender, clove and sweet pipe tobacco on the nose, with blueberry, cola, chocolate, anise and fig on a palate that starts with grip and finishes silky. Pour it with lamb shank, roast pork or aged cheese.

Our professional review

Rand Sieger, 67Wine.com — The wine opens with beautiful aromas of lavender, clove and sweet pipe tobacco. The flavors are a bold, complex mix of blueberry, cola, chocolate, anise and fig. The texture is thick with a nice grip of tannins up front that mellow to a silky smoothness in the finish.

Expert review 

Wine Enthusiast, 91 Points — This full-bodied wine stands out for its potent aroma of blackberry jam and its lush and concentrated yet incredibly fresh dark-berry flavor. It's big and flavorful, ready to drink with your choice of rich proteins.

Winemaker description

Matchbook Estate Bottled Petit Verdot showcases the advantage of the Dunnigan Hills appellation's long growing season: the varietal characteristics of deep, rich flavors develop fully when allowed to slowly ripen well into the fall. The long, giving aromas of plum, prune, blueberry and vanilla show up in the mouth-filling flavors. An earthy note of tobacco mixed with flavors of mocha, cream cola and rhubarb adds complexity. The lingering, dusty finish hangs on the palate. Pair this hearty red with aged cheese, lamb shank or roasted pork loin.

Matchbook · Winemaker description

At a glance

• Producer: Matchbook
• Vintage listed: 2022
• Grape: Petit Verdot
• Appellation: Dunnigan Hills, California
• Size: 750ml

A generous, dark-fruited red with savory depth and a smooth finish.

Expert Review - Vintage 2022

The Wine Enthusiast by Tonya Pitts 91 Points | This wine is bright and lively, with aromas of dark berries, malted chocolate, crushed florals and notes of toasted vanilla. Structured with gripping tannins the palate opens with flavors of cranberry-strawberry, black raspberry and dried bay leaf, which evolve into red plum and citrus zest.

Winemaker Description 

The 2022 Matchbook Cabernet Sauvignon is a refined yet approachable expression of the Dunnigan Hills AVA, crafted to showcase ripe, sun-soaked fruit and the region’s signature balance.

Deep dark garnet in the glass, it opens with inviting aromas of plum and black cherry layered with subtle notes of mocha, chocolate and mild cigar box. The palate is soft, supple and immediately welcoming, offering rich flavors of blackberry and boysenberry supported by dusty tannins and well-integrated oak that adds both structure and length.

Hints of anise and warm spice elevate the finish, giving the wine lift and nuance.

Awarded 91 points by Wine Enthusiast, this Cabernet maintains varietal integrity while delivering broad appeal—an easy-drinking, food-friendly red that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, hearty pastas or aged cheeses.

Memo Summary Notes

Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Petit  Sirah

The 2022 Matchbook "Red Gravel" Cabernet Sauvignon is a standout value from the Dunnigan Hills AVA in Yolo County, California. Named after the distinct iron-rich, gravelly soils of the estate, this wine is designed to compete with much pricier Napa Cabs by offering a similar "bold and plush" profile at a fraction of the cost.

Matchbook The Arsonist · Dunnigan Hills · 2021

From the Giguiere family's Matchbook label in California's Dunnigan Hills, The Arsonist 2021 is a boldly styled red blend led by Petit Verdot. Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec round out a wine built for a hearty table and a long conversation.

The Wine Enthusiast review on the existing listing describes concentrated dark berries, violet and clove on the nose, followed by boysenberry, black currant and a dry, grippy finish. Pair it with braised lamb, barbecue brisket or a pepper-crusted ribeye.

Expert review · 2021 vintage

The Wine Enthusiast, 91 Points — This wine is concentrated, with aromas of blueberry, olallieberry, clove, violet and notes of dried vanilla bean on the nose. The flavors on the palate are boysenberry, black currant confiture, paprika and orange cream, with dry, grippy tannins to finish.

At a glance

• Producer: Matchbook
• Wine: The Arsonist Red Blend
• Vintage: 2021
• Region: Dunnigan Hills, California, United States
• Blend listed on the existing page: 52% Petit Verdot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Malbec
• Size: 750ml

A dark-fruited California red blend with enough grip for the grill.

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Tinto Rey means Red King. Tempranillo is the king of Spanish red wines, the most important varietal in our Matchbook Vineyard and the foundation of this unique Tempranillo/Syrah blend. 

The aromas of our 2022 Tinto Rey are pure Spain in a glass: dark chocolate and earth and dusty cellar. The flavors are dense and complex with cedar and mocha layered over dried blueberry, poached fig and baking spices. A hint of eucalyptus hangs in the background. The finish is smooth with a balanced grip of tannins; silk with a backbone. This full-bodied red wine will pair well with the best cuts of meat.

Matchbook Wine Company | Chardonnay Estate Bottled | Dunnigan Hills | 2023

Dunnigan Hills is one of California's best-kept secrets — a warm, inland appellation in Yolo County where Matchbook has farmed estate vineyards for decades. The combination of hot days, cool nights, and well-drained soils produces Chardonnay with a distinctive personality: tropical fruit richness balanced by genuine freshness. This estate-bottled 2023 is a signature expression of that terroir, blended with a small addition of Verdejo that lifts the wine with a bright thread of minerality. In the cellar, 60% malolactic fermentation adds a creamy, supple texture and a whisper of butterscotch, while careful oak aging layers in vanilla without overwhelming the fruit. The result is a plump, satisfying Chardonnay with a crisp, lingering finish — classic California golden straw in the glass, and a mouthful of pineapple, mango, and melon on the palate.

• Appellation: Dunnigan Hills, Yolo County, California
• Varietal: Chardonnay with a touch of Verdejo
• Vintage: 2023
• Format: 750ml
• MLF: 60% malolactic fermentation
• Style: Tropical, creamy, fruit-forward with a crisp finish

Critical Acclaim

Wine Enthusiast — Tonya Pitts | 89 Points: Lush, with aromas of white peach, nectarine, Golden Delicious apple, pineapple, creamy vanilla, and clove, and supple mineral notes on the finish.

Tasting Notes

Pineapple, mango, melon, white peach, and nectarine on the nose. Creamy mid-palate with butterscotch and vanilla from oak aging, brightened by a lift of minerality from the Verdejo. Plump mouthfeel with a crisp, fresh fruit finish.

Pairing Suggestions

• Poultry: Roast chicken with herb butter, turkey, or creamy pasta dishes.
• Seafood: Grilled lobster, shrimp scampi, or pan-seared halibut.
• Cheese: Brie, Gruyère, or a mild aged cheddar.

Materia Prima Orange Wine Xarel·lo — Penedès, Cataluña 2024

Materia Prima is a project from the Parés Baltà family — one of Penedès' most committed organic and biodynamic estates — dedicated to exploring the full expressive potential of their indigenous varieties through natural, minimal-intervention winemaking. This Orange Wine is produced entirely from biodynamically grown Xarel·lo and Sauvignon Blanc, vinified with extended skin contact in the traditional amber wine style. The result is a wine of genuine complexity and character: pale amber, slightly cloudy, and full of the kind of textural depth that only skin-contact winemaking can produce.

The 2024 pours a pale amber with a slight natural haze. The nose is aromatic and layered — citrus peel, tropical fruit, and compote with a subtle oxidative complexity from the skin contact. On the palate, it's surprisingly approachable — fine structure, pleasant density, and gentle tannins that give it grip without austerity. The finish is long and complex, with a lingering savory-mineral thread that rewards attention. Simple to drink, but full of incredible skill.

"Simple to drink but full of incredible skill — a must-try for anyone who enjoys Orange Wines." — Materia Prima

• Producer: Materia Prima (Parés Baltà), Penedès, Cataluña, Spain
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Penedès DO
• Blend: Xarel·lo & Sauvignon Blanc
• Style: Orange Wine (extended skin contact)
• Farming: Certified Biodynamic
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Citrus peel, tropical fruit, compote, fine tannins, long complex finish
• Best Paired With: Chorizo tortilla, marinated anchovies, peas and cod salad, aged cheeses, charcuterie

A biodynamic orange wine from one of Penedès' most forward-thinking estates — textured, complex, and a perfect introduction to skin-contact wine.

Mathilde Framboise · Maison Ferrand · France

Mathilde Framboise is a French raspberry liqueur made by Maison Ferrand. Its deep plum-skin color and berry-compote aromas introduce a rich, fruit-forward style, with raspberry-preserve flavors and a plush mouthfeel described in the reviews below.

The 2017 Ultimate Spirits Challenge review highlights subtle nutmeg and a soft finish, while Wine Enthusiast finds sweet cherry-pie and strawberry-jam notes with a warming hint of vanilla. Try it over ice, add a splash to sparkling wine for a raspberry variation, or follow Wine Enthusiast’s suggestion and pour it over vanilla ice cream.

Expert Reviews

2017 Ultimate Spirits Challenge, 95 Points · Finalist, Great Value — Dark, ripe stewed raspberries and fruit make up the nose with a hint towards sweetness. The palate reveals a delectably fruit forward flavor of raspberry preserves and subtle nutmeg with plush, full-bodied mouthfeel and a pillowy soft finish.

Wine Enthusiast, 90 Points — This raspberry liqueur has a deep plum-skin hue and berry compote aroma. The relatively sweet flavor suggests cherry pie filling and strawberry jam, finishing long and warming on a hint of vanilla. Ideal to pour over vanilla ice cream. Made by Maison Ferrand.

Serving suggestions

Use it to bring raspberry flavor to gin or vodka cocktails, or serve a small pour over ice after dinner. For dessert, try vanilla ice cream, chocolate pastries or fresh berries.

At a glance

• Brand: Mathilde
• Producer: Maison Ferrand
• Expression: Framboise
• Origin: France
• Style: Raspberry liqueur
• Size: 750ml
• Appearance: Deep plum-skin hue
• Aromas: Berry compote and ripe raspberry
• Palate: Sweet, fruit-forward, with a plush mouthfeel
• Serving suggestions: Over ice, in cocktails or over vanilla ice cream

A richly fruity raspberry liqueur for cocktails and dessert.

Grand Mathilde XO · Orange & Cognac Liqueur · France

Grand Mathilde XO brings intense orange aromatics together with the richness of aged brandy. The producer traces the recipe back 200 years: sweet orange peels are macerated in grape spirit, then distilled, before refined, aged brandy is added and the blend receives further aging before bottling.

The producer describes a refined nose of intense orange with a hint of vanilla. Powerful aromatics, a rich body, and a long finish give this liqueur a voluptuous, rounded character, equally inviting as a small after-dinner pour or an orange component in a cocktail.

Producer Description

Mathilde
The recipe for Mathilde Orange XO dates back 200 years. Sweet orange peels are first macerated in a grape spirit and then distilled. A refined and aged brandy is added to the orange peel distillate and the spirit is then aged before bottling.

The result is a liqueur with a refined nose, with an intense orange aroma and a hint of vanilla. The flavor is powerful, the aromatics are potent and the body is rich. The spirit gives remarkable length on the finish and an overall voluptuous, round taste.

Serving Suggestions

Try it neat or over ice, or use it as the orange liqueur in a Sidecar. For a dessert pairing, consider dark chocolate or an orange-based dessert.

Details

• Brand: Mathilde
• Expression: Grand Mathilde XO
• Style: Orange & Cognac liqueur
• Country: France
• Production: Sweet orange peels macerated in grape spirit and distilled; aged brandy added, followed by further aging
• Producer tasting notes: Intense orange, a hint of vanilla, rich body, and a long, rounded finish
• Strength: 80 proof / 40% ABV
• Bottle size: 750ml

A richly rounded orange liqueur for the cocktail cabinet or an after-dinner glass.

Matin des Pyrénées Apricot Jam — Pyrénées, France, 13 oz.

Matin des Pyrénées — "Morning of the Pyrenees" — captures the sun-drenched, unhurried character of artisan French preserves in every jar. Made in the traditional French style with ripe apricots and just enough sugar to let the fruit speak for itself, this jam is bright, fragrant, and deeply fruity: the kind of preserve that makes a simple breakfast feel like a small luxury, and a cheese board feel like a considered one. At $13.49 for 13 oz., it is one of the finest values in artisan French preserves.

The color is a warm, luminous amber-gold. The aroma is pure apricot — sun-ripened, floral, and slightly honeyed. On the palate, the fruit is front and center: vivid, tangy, and sweet in perfect balance, with a clean, lingering finish that is neither cloying nor sharp. Spread it on a warm croissant or brioche for a classic French morning. Spoon it alongside brie, camembert, chèvre, or aged cheddar on a cheese board. Use it as a glaze for roasted duck, pork, or chicken — or stir it into a vinaigrette for something unexpected.

• Producer: Matin des Pyrénées, Pyrénées, France
• Flavor: Apricot
• Style: Artisan French fruit preserves, traditional method
• Size: 13 oz.
• Best For: Breakfast, cheese boards, charcuterie, glazing roasted meats, gifting
• Best Paired With: Brie, camembert, chèvre, aged cheddar, foie gras, croissants, scones, roasted duck or pork

The Pyrenees in a jar — Matin des Pyrénées Apricot Jam is the preserve that belongs on every cheese board and every breakfast table.

Expert Review - Vintage 2021

Mike DeSimone of The Wine Enthusiast writes 94 Points | Medium straw colored, this wine has a bouquet of carambola, crème brûlée and honeysuckle. A soft floral note joins white peach, jasmine, lemongrass and dried apricot flavors set into a full-textured wine with well-matched acidity. Notes of wildflowers and bright citrus fruit endure on the palate.

Winemaker Description 

Made of 100% Istrian Malvasia grape from four vineyards (Kastanjari, Vrh, Santa Lucia, Baredine) located on the west coast of Istria, in an area called Buje (in Croatian, Bujstina), just 50 miles away from Venice. They are 100 meters high on a little hill, a few miles away from the shore. Aged in stainless steel vats on fine lees. Look for alluring aromas of camomile, acacia, lime zest, quince, pear, apricot and ripe nectarine.
 

James Suckling 90 Points | The nose expresses notes of red berries, roasted meat and raw chocolate. It’s medium-bodied with chalky tannins. Rather light center palate with a dense berry- and chocolate-packed finish.

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James Suckling 91 Points | Aromas of ripe mulberries and blueberries with chocolate, citrus peel and violet fragrance to it. Medium- to full-bodied, mellow and delicious with vivid blue-fruited character, crunchy tannins and a spiced, chalky finish. 63% cabernet sauvignon, 34% merlot and 3% petit verdot. Drink now.