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Lindeman's Bold Cabernet Sauvignon Bin 45 2025 750ml

One of Australia’s most trusted Cabernet Sauvignons, Lindeman’s Bin 45 delivers consistent, crowd-pleasing character vintage after vintage. Medium-to-full bodied, it combines dark berry fruit and cassis with hints of chocolate and mint — approachable, well-structured, and ideal for everyday enjoyment. The Bin 45 has earned its place as a go-to bottle for those who want reliable Australian Cabernet at an exceptional value.

Pairing Suggestions

• Meat: Grilled ribeye, lamb burgers, or slow-roasted beef brisket.
• BBQ: Smoky BBQ ribs, pulled pork, or grilled sausages.
• Cheese: Sharp cheddar, aged Gouda, or a bold blue cheese.

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2021

Decanter 94 Points (Clive Pursehouse) | From the Demeter-certified biodynamic Johan Vineyard in the Willamette Valley. Rich umami-driven aromas of turned earth, smoky violets, and ripe stewed strawberries, lifted by evergreen tips and mint. Fresh red and black bramble fruits, savory chicory root, and a finish of black tea and wild anise.

Wine Enthusiast 93 Points (Michael Alberty) | Beautiful perfume of dried rose petals, jasmine, lavender and boysenberries. Firm tannins and electric-fence acidity corral flavors of tart cherries, blood orange segments and balsa wood. Enjoy now through 2036.

James Suckling 93 Points | Crisp and bright with stacks of sour cherry fruit and a touch of half-ripe strawberries. Restrained, moderately dry tannins and lively acidity keep it light on its feet. Long, positively grainy finish.

Vinous 90 Points | Nuanced and delicate — dried black cherries, sage and dusty rose. Cool-toned and racy with sleek textures, ripe red berry fruits, and a savory finish of saline minerals and brown spice.

Winemaker Notes

Johan Vineyard is an 85-acre, Demeter-certified biodynamic site in the Willamette Valley, south of McMinnville and west of Salem. Almost always the last Pinot pick of harvest — despite its low elevation, the Van Duzer Corridor funnels Pacific Ocean winds through the vineyard every summer afternoon, delaying ripening and building complexity. The soils are primarily marine sediment, and the benefit of biodynamic farming is immediately apparent standing in this healthy, alive place.

Day’s Johan Pinot Noir displays a deep red berry core allied to a beguiling spice component — classic southern Willamette. Around 40% whole-cluster fermentation adds savory, stemmy complexity. The tannins and acids are typically strident in youth, indicating a long and fulfilling life in the cellar.

Tasting & Pairings

Dried rose, boysenberry, sour cherry, blood orange, sage, turned earth, smoky violets, and black tea. Medium-bodied with firm tannins, electric acidity, and a long grainy finish. Decant or cellar through 2036.

• Duck breast with cherry reduction — mirrors the wine’s dark fruit and savory depth.
• Wild mushroom risotto — the earthy, umami character is a natural pairing.
• Grilled salmon with herbs — Oregon Pinot and Pacific salmon, a regional classic.

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2020

James Suckling 95 Points: Lead pencil and blackcurrant aromas are very impressive. Full-bodied and tannic, but very velvety with fine texture. Lots of pretty fruit. Typical for the appellation. Second wine of Domaine de Chevalier. Try after 2028.

Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points: More restrained aromatically, yet has outstanding purity in its red and black fruits as well as notes of dried herbs, tobacco, chocolate, and damp earth. Medium-bodied, elegant, balanced, and certainly delicious — a second wine that will benefit from just a year or two of bottle age and shine for a decade.

Vinous 91 Points: Very perfumed, floral bouquet with pressed iris and peony infusing the blackberry and blueberry fruit. Controlled and classic in style. Medium-bodied with concentrated black fruit laced with white pepper and Provençal herbs. Powerful with a generous finish — a superb Deuxième Vin that should give 12–15 years of drinking pleasure.

Wine Advocate 90 Points: Fleshy and demonstrative, bursting with aromas of sweet berries, plums and petals. Medium to full-bodied, rich and layered, with polished tannins and an expansive finish. Will drink well young.

Winemaker Description

Domaine de Chevalier is renowned for its ability to produce great wines even in unfashionable vintages, thanks to its unique Pessac-Léognan terroir and a draconian selection process in both vineyard and cellar — at times requiring five successive passes through the vines to pick only the ripest possible grapes. L’Esprit de Chevalier, created in 1986 from young vines and vats not destined for the grand vin, is a charming second wine that shares many of the same qualities as Domaine de Chevalier’s flagship — complex, well-balanced, and elegant — with the added advantage of being approachable earlier.

Pairing Suggestions

• Meat: Roasted lamb rack with herbs, beef tenderloin, or duck confit.
• Classic Bordeaux: Lamb chops with truffle jus, venison, or a classic French cassoulet.
• Cheese: Aged Comté, Ossau-Iraty, or a firm sheep’s milk cheese.

Castello di Bossi | Chianti Classico Gran Selezione | Organic | 2020

Gran Selezione is the apex of the Chianti Classico pyramid — a single-vineyard or best-barrel selection aged a minimum of 30 months before release. Castello di Bossi's 2020 version is a textbook example of why this category matters. Sourced from the estate's southern Gaiole in Chianti holdings and certified organic, it spent 24 months in large 40–50HL casks — a deliberate choice that preserves Sangiovese's aromatic lift while building structure without over-oaking. The 2020 vintage delivered warm, even ripening across Tuscany, and Bossi channeled that richness into a wine of explosive intensity and remarkable finesse. Deep ruby with garnet lights, it opens with black cherry, plum, cedar, sweet spice, dark chocolate, and a whisper of saddle leather. The palate is fleshy and dense, yet balanced, with a very pronounced, lingering finish. Drink now with confidence, or cellar through 2034.

• Appellation: Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG, Tuscany, Italy
• Varietal: Sangiovese
• Vintage: 2020
• Format: 750ml
• Aging: 24 months in 40–50HL large casks
• Certification: Certified Organic
• Drink Window: Now – 2034

Critical Acclaim — Vintage 2020

Vinous — Antonio Galloni | 92 Points: Gorgeous. Floral, lifted and quite expressive, the 2020 has a lot to offer. It marries the richness of this southern district with lovely aromatic presence and a good bit of brightness. A complete, deeply satisfying wine to drink now and over the next decade or so. Drink 2024–2034.

Pairing Suggestions

• Classic Tuscan: Bistecca alla Fiorentina, wild boar ragù, or pappardelle with meat sauce.
• Meat: Roasted lamb rack, braised short ribs, or aged beef tagliata.
• Cheese: Aged Pecorino Toscano, Parmigiano-Reggiano, or a firm sheep’s milk cheese.

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2019

Vinous (Neal Martin) 97 Points: Beguiling bouquet with red berry fruit, truffle and light Provençal herb scents, beautifully defined. Medium-bodied with pliant tannins — exquisite in terms of balance, silky smooth, building gradually with a harmonious and quite effortless finish. Divine. A stellar showing.

Decanter (Georgina Hindle) 97 Points: Rich, full and heady nose. Ripe blackcurrant, red cherries, raspberries and strawberries with mint, black pepper and truffle. Excellent precision and density with a seductive dark chocolate edge. Powerful, muscular and confident, yet with suppleness — density and grace with a cooling finish of liquorice, mint and soft salinity. A great wine.

James Suckling 95 Points: Perfumed nose of mulberries, plums, chocolate orange and cloves. Medium-to-full bodied with firm, ripe tannins. Caressing, velvety and rich core of dark fruit. So supple and polished. 88.5% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4.5% Cabernet Franc. Drink after 2024.

Wine Advocate (William Kelley) 94 Points: Fleshy and dramatic, wafting from the glass with aromas of ripe berry fruit mingled with subtle hints of truffle and violets, new oak already entirely integrated. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and seamless, broad and textural with lively acids, powdery tannins and fine length on the finish.

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points: Elegant, solid Pomerol delivering spicy red and black cherry fruits, notes of cedary herbs and flowers, medium-bodied richness, silky yet building tannins, and a great finish. Will benefit from 3–5 years of bottle age and keep for 15–20 years.

Winemaker Description

Château Gazin is one of Pomerol’s most storied estates, neighboring the legendary Pétrus on the plateau’s finest clay soils. The 2019 is a benchmark expression — a blend of 88.5% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 4.5% Cabernet Franc — that showcases the appellation’s signature combination of opulence and precision. Silky, seamless, and built for the long haul, it is a wine of remarkable harmony and effortless grace.

Pairing Suggestions

• Meat: Roasted lamb rack with truffle jus, beef tenderloin, or duck confit with cherry reduction.
• Classic Bordeaux: Venison with wild mushrooms, braised short ribs, or a classic French cassoulet.
• Cheese: Aged Comté, Ossau-Iraty, or a rich washed-rind cheese.

Charles Le Bel Champagne “Inspiration 1818” Brut — Champagne NV

Founded in 1818, Champagne Charles Le Bel is one of the region’s most storied négociant houses, crafting wines that balance classical elegance with exceptional value. The “Inspiration 1818” Brut is the house’s flagship non-vintage blend — a harmonious assemblage of 37% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier, and 33% Pinot Noir, with a remarkable 70% reserve wines contributing depth, complexity, and consistency across every release. Finished at 9g/L dosage, this is a Champagne of genuine quality and outstanding price-to-pleasure ratio.

The nose is blooming and inviting: butter, white-flesh fruits, Mirabelle plum, brioche, and dried fruits. On the palate, it is well-balanced and structured — the Pinot Noirs lend body and richness, while the Chardonnay delivers a refreshing finish of citrus and white pepper. Fine, plentiful bubbles rise in a sparkling, crystalline wine that is equally at home as an apéritif or at the table.

67 Wine — “A delicious, classic Champagne with aromas of brioche, almonds, and pears. An exceptional quality-to-price ratio — perfect for parties and grand evenings alike.”

• Producer: Charles Le Bel, Champagne, France
• Founded: 1818
• Vintage: Non-Vintage
• Appellation: Champagne AOC
• Blend: 37% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier, 33% Pinot Noir
• Reserve Wines: 70%
• Dosage: 9 g/L (Brut)
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Butter, Mirabelle plum, white peach, brioche, dried fruits, citrus, white pepper, fine persistent bubbles
• Best Paired With: Oysters, smoked salmon, soft cheeses, charcuterie, light appetizers, fruit tarts

Two centuries of Champagne craftsmanship at an honest price — Charles Le Bel’s 1818 Brut is the house that history built.

Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir That Punches Well Above Its Price

Martin Ray has been crafting wines from California's finest appellations since 1943, and their Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir consistently delivers the kind of freshness, complexity, and varietal precision that makes this AVA one of America's most exciting Pinot Noir regions. The 2023 vintage shows beautifully — vivid, alive, and layered, with the cool-climate character that defines the Sonoma Coast at its best.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023 

• James Suckling — 93 pts: "Great, fresh feel, vivid fruit flavors and subtle, complex toast and spice notes. Medium-bodied and slightly tannic, alive and refreshing. Red cherries, sour cherries, raspberries, black tea and spearmint. Aromas of spiced cranberry, cedar, cinnamon, and wildflowers."
• Wine Enthusiast — 91 pts: "Bright acid and a savory character, with flavors of plum skin, spiced cherry, black tea, and roses lingering through the finish."

Winemaker Notes

Martin Ray Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2023 750ml

Layers of fresh raspberry and plum with hints of candied violets and earth. Vivid red notes carry throughout with tart cherry and hibiscus, with an undercurrent of sassafras and vanilla. Bright acidity on the palate, with velvety yet structured tannins on the finish.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Appellation: Sonoma Coast, California
• Producer: Martin Ray Winery
• Vintage: 2023
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

Highly versatile at the table — exceptional with roasted duck, grilled chicken, mushroom risotto, truffle dishes, pork loin, and salmon.

Producer Description 

Purchased by the Comte Lafond, an ancestor of the current owner, Baron Patrick de Ladoucette, Château du Nozet and its surrounding vineyards have a reputation for producing the finest Pouilly-Fumé.

The delicate and complex olfactory expression opens on aromas which remind of white flower, exotic fruits. There is a very beautiful complexity for a vintage where the end-of-season’s sun brought a lot to the aromas. Excellent complexity that translates into great and elegant richness. Nice attack, straight and bright, it takes place with elegance on fruity notes associated with a dense structure and a beautiful acidity which brings a great length in the end of the mouth. There are aromas of exotic fruits (litchi, mango).

Expert Review - Vintage 2023

The Wine Spectator by Kristen Bieler writes 89 Points | Apple, pear and citrus cream are backed by a laser beam of acidity and crushed flint. Warm hay and heather notes add dimension, while the finish is crackling and linear. Drink now through 2026. 2,500 cases imported.

Memo Notes Summary 

De Ladoucette is unique in that it utilizes no oak in its vinification, aging the wine on its fine lees in glass-tiled tanks. This process maximizes the fresh, terroir-driven characteristics of the Sauvignon Blanc grape.

Color: Pale golden-green, bright and limpid.

The nose is delicate yet complex, exhibiting a beautiful array of white flowers (lilac, white blossoms), citrus fruits (grapefruit, lemon peel), and exotic fruit (lychee, mango). The quintessential flinty/mineral aroma, known as fumé (smoke), is usually present, especially as the wine opens.

The classic, mineral-driven profile of Pouilly-Fumé makes it one of the most versatile white wines for dining:

• Seafood: A perfect match for all shellfish, including oysters, scallops, and shrimp, as well as grilled white fish (sea bass, turbot).

  Cheese: The traditional pairing is goat cheese, especially Crottin de Chavignol or fresh Chèvre. Its acidity cuts through the cheese's creaminess beautifully.

  
  

  Poultry & Other: Light white meats, salads, and vegetable dishes like asparagus risotto or chicken with a cream/lemon sauce.

Expert Review

Decanter 89 Points | Very lively, pleasant, and bubbly sparkling wine with a very fine and persistent perlage. Perfect aperitif and the sparkling wine that awaits you at home after a long day.

Winemaker Description 

Appearance : Straw yellow with greenish highlights, a persistent mousse and fine perlage. Fragrance : This wine has a very lively and complex composition of aromas with hints of white fruit, acacia flower and wisteria. Flavour : The well-balanced acidity and sugar level gives the wine good harmony and depth which highlights the aromatic complexity of the fragrance.

Expert Review - Vintage 2023

James Suckling 93 Points | A fresh and crunchy white with light lemons, mangoes and bitter limes. It’s medium- to full-bodied with lots of fruit. The hot growing season comes through, but it remains fresh at the end.

The Wine Advocate Points | The Bruno Giacosa 2023 Roero Arneis will be a smaller release due to fruit that was damaged during a hailstorm the first week of July. Nonetheless, this wine remains salty, mineral-driven and bright with citrus and white peach. It is executed in stainless steel only. Perhaps this vintage is a little thinner in terms of mouthfeel, but it draws to a close with lingering acidity.

Winemaker Description 

Intense straw colored with greenish glints. The nose presents lemon, pineapple, peach and apricot notes with floral hints. On the palate, it is fresh, full-bodied, with mineral notes and a persistent finish.

Winemaker Description

Pazo de La Cuesta Mencía Ribeira Sacra 2022 750ml

A single-varietal expression of 100% Mencía from the historic estate vineyards of Pazo de La Cuesta in San Clodio, Ribas de Sil — the easternmost reaches of Ribeira Sacra. The wine opens with an intense, vivid ruby color and a frank, expressive nose of strawberry and blackcurrant with floral notes and characteristic varietal ripeness. On the palate, the attack is fresh and cool, with excellent roundness and fine balance between alcohol, acidity, and tannin. The finish is long and mineral, reflecting the granite and slate character of this historic hillside plot.

Grapes are hand-harvested and gravity-fed to fermentation tanks. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations are carried out at controlled temperatures in stainless steel, followed by aging on the lees and 6 months in 300–500L French and Central European oak barrels.

Pairing Suggestions

• Meat: Roasted lamb, grilled chorizo, or slow-cooked pork shoulder with Galician spices.
• Seafood: Grilled octopus a la gallega, salt cod, or hearty fish stews.
• Cheese: Tetilla, Arzúa-Ulloa, or a mild semi-cured Spanish cheese.

Bordeaux at Its Most Approachable

Château Sénéjac is one of the Haut-Médoc's most reliable Cru Bourgeois estates, consistently delivering wines of genuine character and finesse. The 2020 vintage — widely regarded as one of Bordeaux's finest in a generation — shows beautifully here: ripe, fresh, and impeccably balanced, with the kind of energy that makes it irresistible young yet capable of rewarding patience through 2033.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Heady and seductive — rich ripe dark fruits, a gentle pot pourri lift, and inviting freshness
• Palate: Searing, mouthwatering cherry juice flavors with marked but harmonious acidity; round, polished tannins and a chalky, juicy finish
• Finish: Bright, clean, and persistent — Bordeaux fruit handled with precision

Expert Reviews

• James Suckling — 93 pts: "Blackcurrants and black cherries with cocoa, pine cones, toasted spices. Round and polished tannins with a chalky and crushed stone yet juicy finish."
• Decanter — 91 pts: "Dark fruit nature, great juicy and fresh core. Tannins are firm and supportive. Confident and characterful. Eric Boissenot consultant."
• Jeb Dunnuck — 88–90 pts: "Ample blackberry and dark cherry fruits, sappy, floral core. Pretty, fresh, nicely focused with class."

Blend & Provenance

• Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
• Appellation: Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France
• Classification: Cru Bourgeois
• Vintage: 2020
• Drinking Window: 2023–2033
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

Ideal with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck confit, aged hard cheeses, and classic Bordelaise preparations.

The Artist Edition

Château Minuty has collaborated with a different artist each year to create a limited-edition label for its iconic M Rosé. The 2025 edition by Lucia Vinti, an Italian illustrator based in London whose hand-crafted work — pencil, paint, and collage — celebrates people, places, food, and culture in a vibrantly colorful, joyful style.

This bottle is a natural dialogue between wine and gastronomy, from the glass to the table — a Mediterranean art of living expressed through both the wine and the art that adorns it.

Tasting Notes

Color: Clear and brilliant, with a pale hue and delicate hints of rose petals.

Nose: Precise and complex — aromas of red berries intertwined with notes of white-fleshed fruit.

Palate: Generous yet vibrant, with a lingering, harmonious finish. Fresh, fruit-forward, and unmistakably Provençal.

Winemaking

Grapes are gently pressed before low-temperature fermentation. No malolactic fermentation is carried out, preserving the wine's vibrant, fruit-forward character. Certified HVE Level 3.

Food Pairings

• Aperitif: olives, tapas, tarama, vegetable chips
• Summer salads: Caprese, Niçoise, tomato & mozzarella
• Small shellfish, pink shrimp, seafood platters
• Pan-seared starters and light Mediterranean bites

Serve between 8–10°C. Best enjoyed through 2026.

About Château Minuty

Founded in 1936 by Gabriel Farnet in Gassin on the Saint-Tropez Peninsula, Château Minuty spans 200 hectares of vineyards in Provence. A Cru Classé des Côtes de Provence since 1955, the estate is run by Jean-Étienne and François Matton and has been part of the LVMH portfolio since 2022. Minuty revolutionized the image of Provençal rosé with its iconic bottle design in 1960 and remains a global benchmark for luxury rosé.

Product Details

• Producer: Château Minuty
• Cuvée: M Rosé — Limited Edition (Lucia Vinti)
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Côtes de Provence AOC (Cru Classé)
• Region: Saint-Tropez Peninsula, Provence, France
• Blend: Grenache (60%), Syrah (20%), Cinsault (15%), Tibouren (5%)
• Farming: HVE Level 3 Certified
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Serve: 8–10°C
• Closure: Cork

La Spinetta is one of Italy’s most celebrated estates, with Giorgio Rivetti hailed by Wine Spectator as “one of the best and most innovative winemakers in Piedmont today.” Their organically farmed Tuscan estate in Terricciola — nestled between Pisa and Volterra — produces this stunning Provençal-style dry Rosé from Sangiovese and Prugnolo Gentile. High-altitude vineyards deliver the freshness and verve that set this wine apart from the crowd.

Expert Reviews
“High-altitude verve, freshness, and excellent acidity underscored by tangy raspberry, red currants, and cassis notes — this demands a plate of antipasti.” — Vivino
“From year to year, the Il Rosé di Casanova continues to impress.” — Eric Guido, Vinous

Food Pairings: Antipasti, prosciutto, burrata, grilled branzino, seared tuna, light pasta dishes, and summer salads.

Varietal: Sangiovese & Prugnolo Gentile
Style: Provençal Dry Rosé
Producer: La Spinetta (Casanova della Spinetta)
Region: Terricciola, Tuscany, Italy
Vintage: 2025
Certification: Certified Organic
Bottle Size: 750ml

Rain Sauvignon Blanc — Marlborough, New Zealand 2025

Rain is a collaboration between Coldwell-Soper and T. Edward, based in Marlborough and dedicated exclusively to New Zealand's premier white grape. The 2025 vintage marks a milestone: winemaker Al Soper's 20th harvest of Rain — and he is one of the most highly awarded Sauvignon Blanc producers in all of Marlborough. Sourced exclusively from sustainably managed local vineyards, Rain is crafted with meticulous fruit selection and cold fermentation to preserve the full, vibrant spectrum of tropical and herbal character that defines the appellation.

The nose is exuberant and inviting: passionfruit, gooseberry, and fresh citrus zest leap from the glass. Extended lees contact adds depth, texture, and balance to the palate, while the finish is long, bright, and invigorating. This is Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at its most refreshing and true to form — a wine that delivers every time.

• Producer: Coldwell-Soper & T. Edward, Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2025 (20th vintage)
• Appellation: Marlborough, South Island
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Vinification: Cold fermentation, extended lees contact
• Closure: Screwcap
• Sustainability: Sustainably managed vineyards
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Passionfruit, gooseberry, citrus zest, tropical richness, herbal freshness, long finish
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled fish, goat cheese, Thai green curry, fresh salads

Twenty fabulously consistent harvests — Rain is the benchmark for honest, vibrant Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at an exceptional price.

CrossBarn by Paul Hobbs Sonoma Coast Chardonnay — Sonoma County 2024

CrossBarn is Paul Hobbs’s second label — and one of California’s most compelling values in cool-climate Chardonnay. Drawing on 81% estate fruit from Sonoma Coast vineyards, CrossBarn channels the same winemaking philosophy that has made Paul Hobbs one of Napa and Sonoma’s most celebrated names: minimal intervention, site transparency, and a relentless focus on freshness. The Sonoma Coast appellation is defined by its proximity to the Pacific — cold ocean winds and morning fog that slow ripening and preserve the natural acidity that makes this style so compelling. Partial malolactic conversion in stainless steel adds a subtle creamy texture without sacrificing the wine’s essential brightness and drive. The 2024 vintage is a textbook expression of the appellation.

The color is a luminous pale gold. The nose is fresh, pure, and immediately inviting: green apple, baked apple, ripe pear, lemon peel, and a whisper of bread dough and warm spice. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and easygoing — generous and juicy, with vibrant acidity, a subtle creamy mid-palate from partial malo, and a long, mineral-driven finish. Crisp, refreshing, and built for the table.

James Suckling 93 • Wine Advocate 90 — “Fresh, fruity, juicy, crisp — generous in green apples, baked apples and minerals. Subtle cream and butter from partial malolactic conversion.” (Vintage 2024). 

• Producer: CrossBarn by Paul Hobbs, Sonoma County, California
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Sonoma Coast
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Estate Fruit: 81%
• Vinification: Partial malolactic conversion, stainless steel maturation
• Style: Bright, fresh, cool-climate Sonoma Coast Chardonnay
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Green apple, baked apple, pear, lemon peel, bread dough, warm spice, mineral finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now or cellar 3–5 years
• Best Paired With: Crab Louie, grilled shrimp, oysters, roast chicken, mushroom risotto, creamy pasta

Paul Hobbs’s vision for Sonoma Coast Chardonnay — CrossBarn delivers serious winemaking at an honest price.

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James Suckling 91 Points | A fresh and fruity rosé with aromas of sliced lemons, candied cantaloupe, peaches and a touch of strawberries. Medium- to full-bodied with light phenolics and a crunchy and lightly chewy finish. A blend of mostly grenache with some mouvedre and cinsault.

Buyer's Description

"A good Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is arguably one of the most dependable wines to serve with mid-week meals. One such Montepulciano is the Frentana Rubesto Riseva 2020. Brightly flavored, elegant and well balanced, with mouth filling cherry fruit, spicy complexity and  lifted acidity that complements food so perfectly. Pizza and pasta are always what come to mind, but this is a wine that can also partner well with roasted chicken, salmon, tuna  and vegetarian menus. Turn your mid-week mediocre meals into something more special. A good bottle of wine can make the difference!""  Bart Hopkins

Winemaker Description

Very intense ruby red color, with aging it appears garnet; highlights smell remarkably complex, with aromas of black cherry, violet, vanilla and spicy notes. It goes perfectly with meat dishes of the Abruzzo’s cuisine, particularly the lamb, but also roast or braised veal and mature cheese.

Famille Vincent Pouilly-Fuissé Marie Antoinette — Mâconnais, Burgundy 2023

Famille Vincent is the family behind Château Fuissé — one of the most celebrated and historic domaines in Pouilly-Fuissé, and the benchmark producer of the appellation. Located in the village of Fuissé in the Mâconnais, the estate has been in the Vincent family for generations and is today led by Antoine Vincent, who continues the family's commitment to expressing the full potential of Chardonnay on the distinctive limestone and clay soils of southern Burgundy. The Marie Antoinette cuvée is a tribute to Marie-Antoinette Vincent — Antoine's grandmother and a beloved figure in the family's history — crafted to be an approachable, high-quality introduction to the Château Fuissé style: elegant, mineral, and unmistakably Pouilly-Fuissé.

The color is pale yellow with hints of green. The nose offers a touch of oak alongside great finesse and minerality — white flowers, lemon, and apple scents lead into aromas of melon, kiwi, peach, and apricot. On the palate, the wine is fresh, round, and fruity with a lovely mineral backbone and a nicely balanced, long finish. Elegant and complete — a Pouilly-Fuissé that drinks well above its price.

"A touch of oak, lots of finesse and minerality with white flowers, lemon and apple scents. Fresh, round and fruity with aromas of melon, kiwi, peaches and apricot and a nice minerality. Nicely balanced and fresh with a great length." — Famille Vincent, Winemaker

• Producer: Famille Vincent / Château Fuissé, Fuissé, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Pouilly-Fuissé AOC
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Cuvée: Named in tribute to Marie-Antoinette Vincent, grandmother of proprietor Antoine Vincent
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: White flowers, lemon, apple, melon, kiwi, peach, apricot, mineral backbone, long balanced finish
• Style: Medium-bodied, fresh, elegant, lightly oaked
• Drink: Now through 2029
• Best Paired With: Seared scallops, grilled fish, roast chicken, veal, soft cheeses, mushroom risotto, light cream sauces

The Château Fuissé pedigree in an approachable, elegant package — Marie Antoinette is Pouilly-Fuissé at its most charming.

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2023

James Suckling 94 Points: A driven, balanced, flavorful, textural and lively Crozes-Hermitage, showing aromas of dark cherries, spiced plums, wild herbs and warm spices. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. Superb texture and balance with a long, succulent and vivid finish. Drink or hold.

Vinous 91+ Points: Fermented with 100% whole clusters, the 2023 displays ripe red fruit tones, stemmy touches, pencil shaving, licorice and cedar aromas. Medium- to full-bodied and fresh — shaping up to be a delicious red Crozes-Hermitage. A long, defined finish wraps it up.

Winemaker Description

In France’s Northern Rhône Valley, few names are as revered as Graillot. It was in 1985 that the late, legendary Alain Graillot — after working with the venerable Jacques Seysses at Domaine Dujac — returned to his home in Crozes-Hermitage to start his own domaine. With each passing year, his devotion to making hauntingly delicious Syrah from organically farmed, stone-laden vineyards earned him a devoted global following. Alain’s sons Maxime and Antoine have been in charge since 2008, continuing the legacy unchanged: hand-harvesting, organic farming, 100% whole-cluster fermentation, and aging primarily in 1-to-3 year old barrels sourced from top Burgundy estates.

Pairing Suggestions

• Meat: Grilled lamb chops with herbes de Provence, roasted duck breast, or venison with wild mushrooms.
• Classic Rhône: Daube de bœuf, cassoulet, or a charcuterie board with cured meats.
• Cheese: Aged Comté, Saint-Nectaire, or a firm washed-rind cheese.

Winemaker Description

67 Wine Petit Somm Petit Flat Iron Edition Syrah 2023 750ml

The 67 Wine Petit Somm Series® is a project created by our buyer, Oscar Garcia — a meticulously curated collection of high-quality, value-driven wines, each label celebrating some of New York City’s most iconic neighborhoods and landmarks. The Flat Iron Edition Syrah from Chile opens with spicy blackberry on the nose and palate, with a hint of licorice. Medium-bodied with soft tannins and a long, satisfying finish.

Pairing Suggestions

• Meat: Grilled skirt steak, lamb kebabs, or slow-roasted pork ribs.
• BBQ: Smoky BBQ chicken, chorizo, or spiced beef burgers.
• Cheese: Aged Manchego, smoked Gouda, or a mild cheddar.

Daou Vineyards Chardonnay Paso Robles 2025 — Paso Robles, California

Daou Vineyards is one of Paso Robles’ most celebrated estates, founded by brothers Georges and Daniel Daou on a dramatic hilltop site in the Adelaida District. Best known for their benchmark Cabernet Sauvignon, Daou also produces a Chardonnay of genuine character — aged 7 months in 30% new French oak, striking a stellar balance between tropical richness and focused acidity that sets it apart from heavier, over-oaked California styles.

The 2025 opens with enticing aromas of pear, passion fruit, pineapple, and honeysuckle, with hints of white peach, nutmeg, and buttered toast, rounded out by nuances of crushed hazelnut, hibiscus, papaya, and vanilla. On the lush, vibrant palate, tropical flavors of mango, kiwi, and pineapple mingle with golden apple and clover honey, while suggestions of casaba melon, citrus zest, and toasty oak persist on a clean, balanced finish.

Tropical, vibrant, and beautifully balanced — Daou Chardonnay at its most expressive.

• Producer: Daou Vineyards, Adelaida District, Paso Robles, California
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Paso Robles AVA
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Oak: 7 months in 30% new French oak
• Format: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Pear, passion fruit, pineapple, honeysuckle, white peach, mango, kiwi, golden apple, clover honey, citrus zest, toasty oak
• Best Paired With: Grilled halibut, lobster, roasted chicken, creamy pasta, brie, crab cakes

Paso Robles Chardonnay with tropical soul and Burgundian restraint — Daou delivers every time.

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.

Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon That Takes the Bull by the Horns on Value

Bull by the Horns is a Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon built for those who want serious wine without the serious price tag. Sourced from the sun-drenched vineyards of Paso Robles — one of California's most exciting Cabernet appellations — this is a full-bodied, fruit-forward red with the structure, complexity, and 92-point pedigree to punch well above its price.

Expert Reviews

• Wine Advocate — 92 pts: "Scented of baked red cherry and plum with nuances of graphite, tobacco, tea leaves and aniseed. The full-bodied palate offers generous, perfumed fruit. Supple tannins and just enough juicy acidity to call you in for another sip."

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Appellation: Paso Robles, California
• Vintage: 2020
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

A natural match for California-style grilling — exceptional with ribeye steak, BBQ brisket, lamb burgers, aged cheddar, and smoked short ribs.

Explore the Bacchus Pinot Noir Ginger's Cuvee California 2023

Winemaker Description

Dark ruby color. Light to medium bodied with aromas and flavors of raspberry, tart cherry, spice with a touch of earth. Supple and balanced with a smooth finish. 

The Bacchus label was created by David Gordon, one of New York’s first recognized sommeliers, and the person responsible for the Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning wine list at Manhattan’s famed Tribeca Grill restaurant. The restaurant opened in 1990 by restaurateur Drew Nieporent and actor Robert DeNiro. Gordon, who is self-taught, began learning about wine in the 1980s just as Kevin Zraly started to educate America on the world of wine. At the time, there were very few non-French somms working in the city and the British-born Court of Master Sommeliers was in its infancy.

While he tasted and learned about the best wines on the planet, which included expensive Burgundies and Rhône wines, Gordon always kept the consumer top of mind.“I started the Bacchus line as a fun, cool thing to do,” says Gordon. “There really weren't any wines associated with sommeliers at the time.  Now there are many, but these were definitely among the first. I named the wine after the person I worship- Bacchus.”

Gordon has kept to his original promise that wines with the Bacchus label will always be affordable and delicious. “People want ripe fruit and a clean taste that’s not too oaky or tannic,” he says. The wines are refreshing, they can be drunk as an aperitif before dinner or with a meal."

Memo Summary Notes

The Bacchus Ginger’s Cuvee Pinot Noir 2023 is a standout "value" wine created by David Gordon, the longtime Wine Director at New York’s famed Tribeca Grill. Named after his daughter, Ginger, this cuvée is designed to over-deliver on quality relative to its modest price point.

Pair with

• Proteins: Roast chicken, grilled salmon, or charcuterie.

• Cheese: Goat cheese or mild brie

• Vegetarian: Mushroom risotto or soy-ginger glazed tofu. 

Unveiling the Pinot Noir Experience

The Bacchus Pinot Noir Ginger's Cuvee California 2023 is a delightful representation of this classic grape variety. Pinot Noir grapes thrive in California's diverse climates, and this wine showcases the rich flavors and aromas characteristic of the region. It features notes of ripe berries, delicate floral hints, and subtle earthiness, making every sip an exploration of taste. This is not just a wine; it’s an experience, crafted for those who appreciate depth and complexity.

The Perfect Pairing for Any Occasion

This Pinot Noir is incredibly versatile, which means it pairs beautifully with a variety of foods. Whether you’re enjoying a casual meal with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or simply unwinding after a long day, this wine enhances the experience. Its soft tannins and bright acidity complement grilled salmon, roasted chicken, and even rich mushroom dishes, creating a harmonious dining experience that everyone will enjoy.

Why Choose Bacchus for Your Wine Collection

Bacchus is known for its commitment to quality, and the 2023 Pinot Noir Ginger's Cuvee is a testament to that. The meticulous crafting process ensures that each bottle reflects the vineyard's dedication and passion for winemaking. So, if you are looking for a new addition to your collection or a gift for a wine lover, consider this outstanding Pinot Noir. You'll appreciate its depth, elegance, and the story behind every bottle.

Paso Robles Cabernet That Delivers Napa-Level Richness

Austin Hope has become one of Paso Robles' most celebrated names, crafting wines that showcase the region's unique ability to produce powerful, opulent Cabernet Sauvignon with remarkable depth and approachability. The 2023 Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon is a benchmark expression — lavish, full-bodied, and built for both immediate enjoyment and the cellar.

Winemaker Notes

Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles 2023 750ml

Deep ruby in color, the 2023 Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvignon expresses aromas of fresh black currants and cherries accompanied by subtle smoky notes and dried spices. On the palate, this lavish powerful wine is layered with juicy blackberry, ripe cherry, vanilla bean and brown butter. It's full-bodied and rich, balanced by a touch of bright acidity and firm polished tannins.

Vineyard & Provenance

• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Appellation: Paso Robles, California
• Producer: Austin Hope Winery
• Vintage: 2023
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

A natural match for bold, rich dishes — exceptional with grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, lamb chops, aged cheddar, and hearty pasta with meat sauce.

Winemaker Description

Firmin Dezat, now in its 18th generation of family winemaking, farms 8 hectares in the prestigious Pouilly-Fumé appellation of the Loire Valley. Naturally farmed with HVE 3 certification (Haute Valeur Environnementale), this Loire Sauvignon Blanc is dominated by aromas and flavors of stone fruit wrapped in vibrant minerality. A beautifully expressive and exceptional value from one of the Loire's most enduring family estates.

Tasting Notes

Bright and aromatic with stone fruit, citrus zest, and the signature flinty, smoky minerality of Pouilly-Fumé. Crisp acidity, a lively mid-palate, and a clean, lingering finish with excellent tension and freshness.

Food Pairings

Classic with goat cheese, oysters, grilled fish, seafood pasta, and light salads. An ideal aperitif or food-friendly white for any occasion.

Product Details

Bottle Size: 750ml
Vintage: 2024
Region: Pouilly-Fumé, Loire Valley, France
Appellation: Pouilly-Fumé AOC
Grape Variety: Sauvignon Blanc
Farming: Naturally Farmed, HVE 3 Certified
Style: White Wine, Dry

Domaine Isabelle & Denis Pommier | Petit Chablis Hauterivien | 2023

Petit Chablis gets unfairly dismissed as the entry-level tier of the Chablis hierarchy — but in the right hands, from the right soils, it is one of Burgundy’s great bargains. Domaine Pommier’s version carries a designation that sets it apart: Hauterivien, referring to the specific Hauterivian geological stratum — an ancient limestone and clay layer that predates even the famous Kimmeridgian soils of Premier and Grand Cru Chablis. The result is a Chardonnay of genuine Chablis typicity: lean, mineral, and precise, with ripe pear, apple, and citrus zest on the nose, a caressing middleweight palate, and a refreshing, clean finish. No oak, no artifice — just the pure expression of cool-climate Chardonnay on ancient Burgundian limestone. As Lettie Teague noted in the Wall Street Journal, Petit Chablis is “a grand wine for spring drinking and a bargain, too, compared with other white Burgundies.” Pommier’s is proof.

• Appellation: Petit Chablis AOC, Burgundy, France
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Terroir: Hauterivian limestone & clay soils
• Vintage: 2023
• Format: 750ml
• Style: Unoaked, mineral-driven, dry white
• Drink Window: Now – 2028

Critical Acclaim

Burghound — Allen Meadows: Good Chablis typicity to the ripe yet fresh aromas of mostly pear, apple and zest. The caressing and nicely punchy middleweight flavors deliver acceptable depth and persistence on the refreshing finish. Should drink well almost immediately upon release.

Wall Street Journal — Lettie Teague (August 2024): “A Big Value in White Burgundy — Petit Chablis is actually a grand wine for spring drinking and a bargain, too, compared with other white Burgundies.”

Tasting Notes

White fruits, pear, apple, and citrus zest on the nose with honeysuckle and a fine mineral thread. Lively, even, and ripe on the palate with a fresh, clean finish.

Pairing Suggestions

• Seafood: Oysters, steamed mussels, grilled sole, or shrimp with lemon.
• Poultry: Roast chicken, chicken with cream sauce, or light charcuterie.
• Cheese: Fresh chèvre, mild Brie, or a simple cheese plate.

Winemaker Description

Giusto Occhipinti of COS is a benchmark producer in the Vittoria appellation of Sicily, and certainly one of the most important, influential, producers in all of Sicily if not Italy as a whole. The winery was founded in 1980 by three friends, Giambattista Cilia, Giusto Occhipinti, and Cirino Strano. The initials of their last names form the winery’s name.

For Giusto, “the vineyard is like our life’s savings in the bank, so we must protect it.” Protecting it means that they work organically and biodynamically to support the health of the soil. They have never used any synthetic or chemical additives in the vineyard since the outset in 1980. Officially, the winery was an early practitioner of Biodynamic viticulture starting in 2000 and was certified organic as of 2007. The climate of Vittoria is also generally warm and dry making it well-adapted to organic & biodynamic viticulture. Giusto and his vineyard team also prepare many of the Biodynamic treatments in-house, though a few are purchased elsewhere from small, reputable sources for these important products.

Throughout the entire range, there is a focus on elegance and purity, especially the joyous, floral Frappato – Sicily’s answer to Cru Beaujolais.

The bright red fruit flavors of cherry and strawberry are vibrant and aromatic with low tannins and fresh acidity.

Flowers Pinot Noir Rosé — Sonoma Coast, California 2025

Flowers Winery is one of California's most celebrated coastal producers, farming estate vineyards on the extreme Sonoma Coast — just miles from the Pacific Ocean — where relentless marine influence, persistent fog, and cool temperatures produce wines of exceptional freshness, tension, and minerality. Their Pinot Noir Rosé is a benchmark for the California coastal rosé style: not a simple summer sipper, but a wine of genuine structure and complexity that happens to be pink.

The 2025 pours a delicate, luminous hue. The nose is lifted and aromatic — wild strawberry, rose petal, and a trio of fresh, sweet, and candied ruby grapefruit, underscored by a layer of wet stone minerality that speaks directly to the estate's coastal terroir. On the palate, the entry is welcoming and supple, with hallmark flavors of red grapefruit and a hint of vine-ripened watermelon. The palate is taut and neatly structured, with a latticework of texture and acidity that supports a persistent, mouth-watering finish. Serve well chilled at 45–50°F.

"Lifted aromas of wild strawberry and rose petal give way to fresh, sweet, and candied ruby grapefruit, underscored with wet stone minerality. Taut, with a latticework of texture and acidity and a persistent, mouth-watering finish." — Flowers Winery

• Producer: Flowers Winery, Sonoma Coast, California
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Sonoma Coast AVA
• Varietal: Pinot Noir
• Style: Dry coastal rosé with marine minerality
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Wild strawberry, rose petal, ruby grapefruit, watermelon, wet stone minerality, taut finish
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled salmon, sushi, crab, burrata, light pasta with herbs, summer salads, or as an aperitif

The benchmark California coastal rosé — Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, marine minerality, and the kind of structure that makes it as serious as it is beautiful.

Winemaker Description

Mevushal. This wine is a blend of Central Coast and Russian River Chardonnay grapes. This blend has produced a very lush and complex wine. Baron Herzog Chardonnay displays notes of tropical fruit, citrus, and apple, with a hint of vanilla on the finish.

Kosher for Passover. 

Montepulciano from the Adriatic Cliffs of Le Marche

Fattoria Le Terrazze is one of the Marche's most celebrated estates, perched on terraced hillsides overlooking the Adriatic Sea near Ancona. Their Rosso Conero is the estate's entry point into the appellation — and a benchmark for what Montepulciano can achieve at an accessible price: generous, warm, and genuinely satisfying.

The 2021 vintage in central Italy delivered excellent ripeness with good freshness, producing wines of depth and balance. This is a wine built for the table, not the cellar — drink it now with confidence.

Winemaker Notes

Brilliant ruby red. Intense and fruity on the nose with ripe red fruits — a classic expression of Montepulciano from this coastal appellation. Rich, full-bodied, and warm on the palate, with soft tannins, lively freshness, and a long, satisfying finish.

Vineyard & Vinification

• Grape: 100% Montepulciano
• Appellation: Rosso Conero DOC, Marche, Italy
• Producer: Fattoria Le Terrazze, Ancona
• Vintage: 2021
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

Perfect with grilled red meats, lamb chops, hearty pasta with meat ragù, aged pecorino, and charcuterie. Equally enjoyable by the glass on its own.

Tasting Notes

Gato Negro Chardonnay is an approachable, fruit-forward Chilean white with tropical aromas of peach, banana, and a touch of wood. Perfectly balanced acidity leads to a long, pleasant finish — easy-drinking and crowd-pleasing in any setting.

• Producer: Gato Negro
• Country: Chile
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Format: 1.5L Magnum
• Closure: Screw cap
• Style: Fruit-forward, tropical, easy-drinking
• Tasting Notes: Peach, banana, light oak
• Best For: Casual entertaining, parties, gifting, everyday enjoyment

Leclerc Briant Réserve Extra Brut — Épernay, Champagne, France NV

Leclerc Briant is one of Champagne's most celebrated and pioneering grower-producers — a historic house based in Épernay with roots going back to 1872, and today one of the region's most committed advocates for biodynamic viticulture. Under the stewardship of the Lignac family, Leclerc Briant farms its vineyards according to strict biodynamic principles — certified by Demeter — believing that the health of the soil is the foundation of great Champagne. The estate works with the lunar calendar, uses only natural preparations, and practices minimal intervention in the cellar, allowing the terroir of their Marne Valley and Côte des Blancs vineyards to express itself with clarity and precision. The Réserve Extra Brut is the house's signature non-vintage cuvée — a blend of 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Pinot Meunier, and 20% Chardonnay, based on the 2019 harvest, with reserve wines adding depth and complexity. Extra Brut in style, it is drier and more precise than a standard Brut, allowing the terroir and the fruit to speak without the softening effect of dosage.

The color is bright pale yellow with a fine, lively mousse. The nose is complex and inviting: wet asphalt, ripe white peach, fresh redcurrant, pear, verbena, lime, herbs, and a touch of menthol — the signature of biodynamic Champagne. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and approachable with a rounded mid-palate, chalky and pithy texture, and sleek acidity animating flavors of chopped raspberry, nectarine, preserved lemon, and oyster shell. The finish is persistent, lightly spiced, and mouthwatering — clean, energetic, and long.

Jeb Dunnuck 92 — "Wet asphalt, ripe white peach, and fresh redcurrant. Rounded mid-palate, chalky and pithy texture with a lively yet fine mousse. Attractive and balanced with a clean finish."

Wine Spectator 92 — "Lithe and graceful, with sleek acidity animating flavors of chopped raspberry, nectarine, preserved lemon and oyster shell. Fine and satiny in texture, offering a persistent, lightly spiced finish."

Wine Advocate 90 — "Lively, fresh bouquet of pear, verbena, lime tree, herbs and menthol. Vinous and energetic with an incisive mid-palate and a mouthwatering, fresh finish."

• Producer: Leclerc Briant, Épernay, Champagne, France (est. 1872)
• Style: Extra Brut NV
• Blend: 40% Pinot Noir / 40% Pinot Meunier / 20% Chardonnay
• Base Vintage: 2019
• Farming: Certified Biodynamic (Demeter)
• Dosage: Extra Brut (very low dosage)
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: White peach, redcurrant, raspberry, nectarine, preserved lemon, oyster shell, wet asphalt, chalky texture, persistent spiced finish
• Style: Precise, energetic, terroir-driven
• Best Paired With: Oysters, sushi, grilled fish, lobster, soft cheeses, charcuterie, caviar

Biodynamic Champagne from one of Épernay's most celebrated grower-producers — Leclerc Briant Réserve Extra Brut is precise, energetic, and triple 90+ point rated.

Domaine Olivier Foucher | Sancerre AOC, Loire Valley, France | 2024

Olivier Foucher took over his family's 10.5-hectare estate in 2011 after studies in viticulture and oenology and years working alongside his parents. Le Chant du Silex — "The Song of the Flint" — takes its name from the estate's prized silex (flinty) soils, which impart a signature smoky, gunflint minerality and exceptional aging potential. The focus here is precision and tension: energetic, bright, and impeccably balanced rather than tropical or overworked.

Silver Medal, 2025 Concours Mondial du Sauvignon. Praised by 67 Wine's Bart Hopkins as "a classic mineral-driven Sancerre with excellent precision."

Grape: Sauvignon Blanc
Soils: Silex (flint)
Drink: Now–2030

Tasting Notes

• Delicate floral, lime zest, and tangerine on the nose
• White peach, pear, grapefruit, and subtle exotic fruit on the palate
• Full, mouth-puckering acidity | Smoky gunflint minerality | Long, precise finish

Pairings: Oysters, goat cheese, grilled fish, sushi, light poultry

Napa Valley's Most Iconic Cabernet

Since its founding in 1972, Caymus Vineyards has become one of Napa Valley's most recognized and consistently celebrated estates. The Wagner family's signature style — dark, rich, and opulent, with ripe tannins that make the wine as approachable in youth as in maturity — has earned Caymus a devoted following among Cabernet lovers worldwide.

The 2023 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon draws fruit from across Napa's diverse sub-appellations, from Coombsville in the south to Calistoga in the north. Valley floor fruit contributes lushness and generosity; hillside fruit provides structure and backbone. The result is a wine of layered complexity and seamless balance.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Layered aromas of cocoa, cassis, and ripe dark berries
• Palate: Rich and full-bodied with plush, ripe tannins and flavors of blackcurrant, dark chocolate, and vanilla
• Finish: Long, smooth, and satisfying — approachable now, with the structure to age gracefully

Vineyard & Vinification

• Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Appellation: Napa Valley, California
• Sub-appellations: Coombsville, Rutherford, Oakville, St. Helena, Calistoga
• Producer: Caymus Vineyards, Rutherford, CA
• Vintage: 2023
• Size: 750ml

Food Pairings

A classic match for prime rib, dry-aged ribeye, braised short ribs, lamb rack, and aged hard cheeses. Also exceptional alongside rich pasta dishes and hearty stews.