White Wine

Villa Maria · Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc · Marlborough · New Zealand · 2024

Villa Maria is one of New Zealand’s most decorated wine estates, and the Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc is the wine that put them on the world map. A blend of Marlborough’s two great valleys — Wairau and Awatere — it is the benchmark for what Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc does best: vivid tropical aromatics, bright acidity, and a freshness that makes every sip feel like the first. Consistent across every vintage, it earned 89 points from Wine Enthusiast (Best Buy), James Suckling, and Wine Advocate in 2024 — and delivers exceptional value at any price.

The 2024 bursts with intensely tropical aromas of passionfruit, lime curd, mango, and white pineapple, layered with cassis, green apple, and white pepper. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, tangy, and ultra-fresh — briny acidity, juicy peach and citrus, and a clean, herb-tinged finish. As Wine Enthusiast put it: like the first bite of a juicy, fuzz-covered peach on a mid-summer’s day.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2024

“Like the first bite of a juicy, fuzz-covered peach on a mid-summer’s day... a tangy, ultra fresh, slightly slippery little number that is a likable drop in the warmer months.”
— Wine Enthusiast · 89 Points · Best Buy

“Intensely tropical with notes of passion fruit, lime curd and mangoes. Medium-bodied, fruity and straightforward with fresh acidity.”
— James Suckling · 89 Points

“Cassis and green apple, passion fruit, white pineapple and white pepper with briny acidity. Neat, ordered and impressive.”
— Wine Advocate · 89 Points

• Producer: Villa Maria Estate, Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Marlborough, New Zealand
• Valleys: Wairau & Awatere
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Farming: Sustainable
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Passionfruit, lime curd, mango, cassis, green apple, white pepper, briny acidity, juicy finish
• Pairings: Grilled fish, oysters, goat cheese, asparagus, Thai cuisine, herb-forward salads

WE:89 Best Buy · JS:89 · WA:89 · Marlborough — the Sauvignon Blanc that put Villa Maria on the world map. Tropical, briny, and built for summer.

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc — Marlborough, New Zealand 2025

Kim Crawford is New Zealand's most recognized wine brand and one of the defining names in Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc — the style that put New Zealand on the world wine map. Founded in 1996, Kim Crawford pioneered the high-energy, intensely aromatic style of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc that has since become a global benchmark: vibrant, tropical, herbaceous, and irresistibly fresh. Sourced from select Marlborough vineyards and crafted sustainably, the 2025 vintage continues to deliver the intense, high-energy profile that made it a household name worldwide — one of the most consistent and recognizable white wines at any price.

The nose is lifted and expressive: passion fruit, melon, stone fruit, lime, bell pepper, and crushed herbs — classic Marlborough aromatics in full force. On the palate, it is fresh and juicy with ripe tropical flavors, vibrant acidity, and plenty of weight and length. Laid-back and delicious, with a clean, refreshing finish. Serve well chilled.

James Suckling 90 — "Juicy and fruit-driven with notes of limes, bell peppers and herbs on the nose. Medium body with fresh acidity. Laid-back and delicious. Sustainable." * (Vintage 2025). 

• Producer: Kim Crawford Wines, Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Marlborough, New Zealand
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Farming: Sustainable
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Passion fruit, melon, stone fruit, lime, bell pepper, crushed herbs, vibrant acidity, long finish
• Style: Light-to-medium bodied, crisp, aromatic
• Serve: Well chilled
• Drink: Now
• Best Paired With: Fresh oysters, ceviche, grilled asparagus, summer salads, lobster with lemon butter, shrimp, goat cheese

The benchmark Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc — Kim Crawford 2025 is tropical, crisp, and one of the world's most reliably delicious whites.

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc — Marlborough, New Zealand 2025

Oyster Bay is the wine that put Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc on the world map — the original expression that won Best Sauvignon Blanc in the World and introduced a generation of wine lovers to the electric, aromatic style that only New Zealand's most famous wine region can produce. Sourced from Marlborough's sun-drenched Wairau and Awatere Valleys, where warm days and cool nights create an extended growing season, the grapes develop intense varietal character while maintaining the crisp, natural acidity that is Oyster Bay's signature. Uniquely Marlborough. Undeniably Oyster Bay.

The nose is stunningly aromatic: tropical fruits — passionfruit, guava, and white peach — leap from the glass alongside bright citrus notes of grapefruit and lime zest. On the palate, it is brilliantly clear and refreshingly zesty, with extraordinary aromatic intensity, a lively, mouthwatering acidity, and a clean, lingering finish. Elegant, crisp, and always refreshing — this is Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at its most iconic.

"The wine that started it all — Best Sauvignon Blanc in the World. Stunningly aromatic, brilliantly clear, and refreshingly zesty." — Oyster Bay Winemaker

• Producer: Oyster Bay Wines, Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Marlborough, New Zealand
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Passionfruit, guava, white peach, grapefruit, lime zest, zesty finish
• Style: Light-bodied, vibrant acidity, intensely aromatic
• Drink: Now through 2027
• Best Paired With: Fresh seafood, sushi, ceviche, goat cheese salad, Thai and Vietnamese cuisine, light appetizers

The wine that started it all — Oyster Bay Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is the benchmark New Zealand white, and the 2025 vintage is as brilliant as ever.

LA CREMA CHARDONNAY MONTEREY 2024 | 750ML

🇺🇸 United States — Chardonnay | Monterey, California

A consistently reliable, cool-climate Chardonnay from one of California’s most focused white wine producers. The nose opens with grilled pineapple, citrus blossom, tangerine, and papaya. On the palate, white peach, key lime, and honeydew melon are complemented by a touch of barrel spice and a river stone minerality. Energetic and well-balanced, with a clean, refreshing finish.

La Crema — whose original name, La Crema Viñera, means “best of the vine” — has focused exclusively on cool-climate appellations since 1979. From its home in the Russian River Valley to Monterey and the Willamette Valley, the winery is committed to producing naturally balanced, site-expressive wines through thorough vineyard selection and boutique winemaking techniques.

90 Points — Wine Enthusiast
“Clean aromas of lemon zest, lime pith and sliced apple show on the nose… The palate is energetic with familiar flavors of Meyer lemon and nectarine.”
— Matt Kettmann. (Vintage 2024). 

Pairs well with: Grilled chicken, seafood, creamy pasta, and soft cheeses.

Grape: Chardonnay
Region: Monterey, California, United States
Vintage: 2024
Format: 750ml
Score: 90 pts Wine Enthusiast

Louis Jadot Mâcon-Villages — Mâconnais, Burgundy 2024

Louis Jadot is one of Burgundy’s most celebrated négociants — a house with over 160 years of history and an unrivalled reputation for honest, terroir-driven wines at every price point. The Mâcon-Villages is their benchmark expression of unoaked Burgundy Chardonnay: sourced from chalk and limestone soils across the Mâconnais, fermented in stainless steel with no oak contact, and crafted to deliver the pure, bright, food-friendly character that has made this appellation a perennial favorite. Wine Spectator awarded it 88 points. At under $17, it is one of the most compelling values in all of white Burgundy.

Floral and inviting on the nose: apple blossom, citrus zest, and white peach. On the palate, it is crisp and refreshing — bright green apple and lemon, underpinned by a nuanced mineral thread from the limestone soils, with a clean, lively finish and excellent balance. The quintessential unoaked Burgundy Chardonnay — effortlessly drinkable and endlessly food-friendly.

Wine Spectator 88 — Unoaked Burgundy Chardonnay of bright purity and limestone minerality.

• Producer: Louis Jadot, Beaune, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Mâcon-Villages AOC
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Soils: Chalk and limestone, Mâconnais
• Vinification: Stainless steel fermentation, no oak
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Apple blossom, citrus zest, white peach, green apple, lemon, limestone minerality
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled fish, roast chicken, light pasta, goat cheese, summer salads

A 160-year Burgundy house at its most approachable — Louis Jadot Mâcon-Villages is the benchmark for what unoaked Chardonnay can be.

Babich Sauvignon Blanc — Marlborough, New Zealand 2025

Babich is one of New Zealand's most respected family wineries, farming sustainably in Marlborough since the 1970s. Their Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is the quintessential expression of the region — vibrant, aromatic, and bursting with the tropical fruit and fresh herb character that put New Zealand on the world wine map. Sourced from multiple vineyards across Marlborough, it is crafted in a fuller, riper style that adds flesh and volume to the classic varietal profile without sacrificing freshness.

The nose is expressive and inviting: sweet citrus, passionfruit, papaya, and red currant layered with fresh herbs and a mineral undercurrent. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with juicy, mouthwatering acidity, ripe blackcurrant and lime on the mid-palate, and a spiced, lingering finish. Clean, generous, and endlessly drinkable.

James Suckling 91 Points — "Fruity and delicious, showing limes, papaya and sliced almonds on the nose. Medium-bodied with juicy acidity. Round with a mouthwatering finish. Sustainable." (Vintage 2025). 

• Producer: Babich Wines, Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Marlborough, New Zealand
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Farming: Sustainable
• Style: Fuller, riper Marlborough style — aromatic, fresh, tropical
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Citrus, passionfruit, papaya, red currant, fresh herbs, mineral, lime, spiced finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2027
• Best Paired With: Grilled white fish, oysters, shrimp scampi, goat cheese, Thai green curry, sushi, citrus salads
• Serve: Well chilled, 45–50°F

91 points from James Suckling — Babich Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is New Zealand in a glass: bright, tropical, and impossible to put down.

Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay — California 2023

Kendall-Jackson's Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay is one of the most recognized and beloved white wines in America — a wine that has introduced millions of drinkers to the pleasures of California Chardonnay and remained a benchmark for the style for decades. Sourced from select coastal vineyards across California, where cool marine influence preserves freshness and acidity, the 2023 vintage delivers the rich, fruit-forward profile that has made Vintner's Reserve a perennial favorite. Sustainable and screwcap-sealed for freshness.

The nose is inviting and tropical — pineapple, mango, papaya, and ripe peach, layered with hints of vanilla, honey, and toasted oak. On the palate, the wine is balanced and approachable, with ripe citrus and stone fruit carrying through a creamy, medium-bodied palate. The finish is long and satisfying, with the hallmark Vintner's Reserve richness that makes it as comfortable at a weeknight dinner as it is at a celebration.

One of California's most beloved Chardonnays — sourced from select coastal vineyards and crafted for balance, richness, and enduring approachability.

• Producer: Kendall-Jackson, California
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: California
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Style: White Wine — Rich, Fruit-Forward, Lightly Oaked
• Certifications: Sustainable • Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Pineapple, mango, papaya, ripe peach, citrus, vanilla, honey, toasted oak, creamy finish
• Best Paired With: Grilled salmon, lobster, shrimp scampi, roast chicken, creamy pasta, fish tacos, corn on the cob

California's most beloved Chardonnay at an honest price — Kendall-Jackson Vintner's Reserve is the benchmark for what approachable, fruit-forward California white wine can be.

Jean Marc Brocard Chablis Sainte Claire Biodynamic — Chablis, Burgundy 2024

Jean Marc Brocard is one of Chablis' most respected and forward-thinking producers, farming biodynamically across his estate to honor the region's singular Kimmeridgian limestone terroir. Chablis is the northernmost appellation of Burgundy — a place where Chardonnay expresses itself with a precision, purity, and mineral tension found nowhere else in the world. The Sainte Claire is Brocard's entry point into the appellation and a benchmark for what classic Chablis should be: 100% Chardonnay, hand-harvested, naturally fermented with minimal intervention, and vinified without synthetic inputs. Nothing added, nothing taken away — just the wine and its terroir.

The 2024 pours a pale gold with green reflections. The nose opens with lemon, yellow stone fruit, and fresh citrus — clean, precise, and inviting. On the palate, it's wrapped and balanced with a tangy, layered character: Kimmeridgian minerality, crisp acidity, and a clean saline finish that makes it one of the most food-friendly whites in the shop. Serve well chilled and let the terroir do the talking.

"Farming biodynamically to honor the region's singular limestone terroir — hand-harvested, naturally fermented, minimal intervention. The result is a wine that speaks directly of its terroir." — Jean Marc Brocard

• Producer: Jean Marc Brocard, Chablis, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Chablis AOC
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Farming: Certified Biodynamic; hand-harvested; no synthetic inputs
• Vinification: Natural fermentation, minimal intervention
• Terroir: Kimmeridgian limestone
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Lemon, yellow stone fruit, citrus, Kimmeridgian minerality, crisp acidity, saline finish
• Best Paired With: Oysters, clams, grilled sole, plateau de fruits de mer, goat cheese, leek tart, roast chicken with lemon

Classic Chablis from one of the appellation's most committed biodynamic producers — Kimmeridgian limestone, natural fermentation, and the kind of saline precision that makes it irresistible with a glass of oysters.

Matua Sauvignon Blanc — Marlborough 2024

Matua pioneered Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc back in 1974, and fifty years on, the region's most iconic grape variety still finds one of its most honest expressions here. The 2024 vintage is everything Marlborough promises — vivid aromatics, electric acidity, and a palate that is both refreshing and precise. Ken's Wine Guide awarded it 89.5 points, calling it crisp, zesty, and mouthwatering. With classic structure and a dry, lingering finish, this is the bottle you reach for when the occasion calls for something bright, honest, and undeniably delicious.

The nose opens with white grapefruit and guava, layered with hints of white peach and limestone. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with bright, mouthwatering acidity — crisp, round, and zesty. Flavors of white grapefruit and lime are accented by tonic water, yellow bell pepper, and a touch of chalky minerality. The finish is dry and lingering, with classic Marlborough length and precision.

Ken's Wine Guide 89.5 (Vintage 2024) • Wine Enthusiast 93 (Prior Vintage 2023) — "Dried herbs and lemongrass, with passionfruit sorbet, open this lovely, balanced Sauvignon. It's textural, long and persistent, with a salted pink grapefruit finish." — Christina Pickard

• Producer: Matua, Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Marlborough
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Style: White Wine — Dry, Crisp & Aromatic
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: White grapefruit, guava, white peach, limestone, lime, tonic water, yellow bell pepper, chalky minerality
• Best Paired With: Fresh oysters, grilled fish, sushi, poke bowls, goat cheese, green salads, herb-driven dishes

At an honest price — Matua's benchmark bottling is the quintessential expression of New Zealand's most celebrated white wine region.

KRIS Pinot Grigio delle Venezie IGT 2024 — Northeastern Italy

KRIS Wines is one of northeastern Italy’s most reliable and widely loved Pinot Grigio producers, crafting wines that deliver genuine varietal character at an honest price. Sourced from the Delle Venezie IGT — the broad, quality-focused appellation spanning Veneto, Friuli, and Trentino-Alto Adige — KRIS works with grapes grown in the region’s cool, Alpine-influenced climate, which preserves the natural acidity and delicate aromatics that define great Pinot Grigio.

The 2024 shows a pale yellow with brilliant greenish reflections. The nose is enticing: acacia flowers, citrus, tangerine, hints of apricot and almond. On the palate it is lean and refreshing, with delicate notes of blossom and honey, a silky, mineral-tinged texture, and a bright, clean finish. James Suckling awarded it 91 points, noting “nicely placed acidity keeps it fresh with a bright fruit and mineral finish.”

James Suckling 91 — “Stony note that turns denser and provides a silky, grainy mouthfeel.”

• Producer: KRIS Wines, Delle Venezie, Northeastern Italy
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Delle Venezie IGT
• Varietal: Pinot Grigio
• Alcohol: 12.5%
• Format: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Acacia, citrus, tangerine, apricot, almond, blossom, honey, mineral finish
• Best Paired With: Seafood, light pasta, fresh cheeses, aperitivo spreads, grilled branzino

A 91-point Italian Pinot Grigio at an everyday price — KRIS is the benchmark for what Delle Venezie can deliver.

Guy Saget La Petite Perrière Sauvignon Blanc — Vin de France 2025

Guy Saget is one of the Loire Valley's most respected négociants — a family house with deep roots in the region and an unwavering commitment to expressing the best of French Sauvignon Blanc. La Petite Perrière is their flagship white: sourced from select vineyards across the Loire, vinified to preserve freshness and aromatic purity, and crafted to deliver the crisp, mineral-driven style that has made Loire Sauvignon Blanc one of the world's most food-friendly whites. At this price, it is one of the great overachievers in the French white wine category — clean, refreshing, and endlessly versatile.

The nose is crisp and lively with a delightful snap of citrus: lemon zest, fresh lime, quince, and wet stones, framed with a scintillating touch of green pea and jalapeño. On the palate, it is light, dry, and minerally — clean and refreshing with notes of melon and a bright mineral frame. The finish is clean and easy, with lingering citrus and a gentle herbaceous lift. Uncomplicated and utterly delicious — a great wine to keep in the refrigerator for anytime sipping.

"Crisp and lively with a delightful snap of citrus on the nose. Light, dry, and minerally in the mouth — clean and refreshing, easy and uncomplicated." — Bart Hopkins, 67Wine.com

• Producer: Guy Saget, Loire Valley, France
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Vin de France
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Lemon zest, lime, quince, wet stones, melon, green pea, jalapeño, mineral finish
• Style: Light-bodied, dry, crisp acidity, mineral-driven
• Serve: Well-chilled (44–48°F)
• Drink: Now through 2028
• Best Paired With: Shellfish, antipasti, bruschetta, goat cheese, ham pastry, arugula salad, light seafood and vegetable dishes

Loire-style Sauvignon Blanc at an unbeatable price — La Petite Perrière is crisp, mineral, and made for the table.

Famille Perrin Côtes du Rhône Réserve Blanc — Southern Rhône 2025

Famille Perrin’s Côtes du Rhône Réserve Blanc is the calling card of one of the Southern Rhône’s most prestigious winemaking dynasties — the same family behind the legendary Château de Beaucastel. Blending Viognier, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc, and Roussanne from carefully selected vineyards across the appellation, this wine delivers a Châteauneuf-du-Pape-style experience at an everyday price. At under $15, it is one of the most compelling values in all of Southern France.

The color is a luminous pale gold with delicate green reflections. The nose is expressive and aromatic: ripe pear, nectarine, honey, and a lift of lilac and fresh herbs. On the palate, it is full-bodied and generous, with a lively, saline finish that brings freshness and beautiful length. The sweetness of stone fruit blends harmoniously with subtle floral notes, giving the wine a complexity that evolves beautifully in the glass.

• Producer: Famille Perrin (Château de Beaucastel), Southern Rhône, France
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Côtes du Rhône AOC
• Blend: Viognier, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc, Roussanne
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Ripe pear, nectarine, honey, lilac, fresh herbs, saline finish
• Best Paired With: Grilled trout, bouillabaisse, shrimp with garlic butter, mild curry, saffron rice, goat cheese, charcuterie

A Beaucastel-pedigree white at an honest price — Famille Perrin’s Réserve Blanc is the benchmark for what everyday Côtes du Rhône can be.

Domaine Delaye | Les Pierres Grises | Saint-Véran AOC | Mâconnais, Burgundy | 2024

Les Pierres Grises — "the grey stones" — takes its name from the limestone outcroppings that define the terrain of Saint-Véran, the southernmost appellation of Burgundy's Mâconnais. Produced by Domaine Delaye, a family estate rooted in these grey limestone soils for generations, this is 100% Chardonnay vinified to let the vineyard speak: unoaked, precise and mineral-driven, with the kind of clarity and freshness that makes Saint-Véran one of the great values in white Burgundy.

The 2024 opens with bright aromas of lemon, green apple and white peach, accented by a distinctive chalky, stony minerality that is the hallmark of the appellation's limestone terroir. The palate is clean and focused, with crisp citrus and orchard fruit flavors, lively acidity and a precise, mineral-tinged finish. Unoaked and unencumbered — this is Chardonnay in its most honest, food-friendly form.

Serve well chilled at 48–52°F. Pairs beautifully with oysters, grilled white fish, shrimp, shellfish, roast chicken, turkey, goat cheese, Brie, light pasta with lemon-butter sauce and spring vegetable dishes.

• Producer: Domaine Delaye
• Cuvée: Les Pierres Grises
• Appellation: Saint-Véran AOC
• Region: Mâconnais, Burgundy, France
• Grape Variety: Chardonnay (100%)
• Vintage: 2024
• Vinification: Unoaked, stainless steel
• Style: Dry white wine, mineral and fresh
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc — Marlborough, New Zealand 2025 750ml

Whitehaven is one of Marlborough’s most consistent and celebrated producers — a benchmark for the region’s signature style. Crafted from 100% Marlborough-sourced Sauvignon Blanc grapes, the 2025 vintage is a triumph of precision and purity: piercing, electrifying, and unmistakably New Zealand. The Wine Advocate awarded it 93 points, calling it “excellent” — and it is easy to see why. This is Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at its most vivid and expressive.

Brilliant pale straw in color. The nose is intense and aromatic with juicy lemon, green apple, lemongrass, passion fruit, and a bracing saline minerality. On the palate, it is pure and pristine — focused and fruit-forward with pineapple husk, crushed chalk, and a crisp herbaceous edge. The acidity is electric, the finish long and clean. Balanced, seductive, and built to refresh.

Wine Advocate 93 — "Piercing and intense… pure and pristine, focused and saline. The acidity is like a bell tolling on a cold morning. It’s excellent." • James Suckling 90 — "Very pretty and balanced… flavorful and seductive." (Vintage 2025). 

• Producer: Whitehaven, Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Marlborough
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Style: Crisp, Aromatic White
• Farming: Sustainable
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Lemon, green apple, lemongrass, passion fruit, pineapple, saline minerality, clean finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled fish, goat cheese, green salads, Thai cuisine

93 points, Marlborough’s finest expression, and an honest price — Whitehaven is the Sauvignon Blanc you reach for first.

Expert Review - Vintage 2024 James Suckling

90/100 points

Pinot Grigio is one of the most cultivated grape varieties in Alto Adige and finds ideal conditions in Kurtatsch. Our Pinot Grigio Selection consists only of grapes from selected hillsides and steep slopes.

67 Wine Petit Somm Series® — Sauvignon Blanc, Chile 2025

The 67 Wine Petit Somm Series® is a passion project from our in-house buyer Oscar Garcia Moncada — a meticulously curated collection of high-quality, value-driven wines that punch well above their price point. Each label celebrates iconic NYC neighborhoods and landmarks, bringing a distinctly New York spirit to world-class wine regions. The Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from Chile's Central Valley, one of South America's most reliable sources for fresh, vibrant white wine, and crafted for everyday drinkability without compromise.

Pale lemon in the glass with a bright, expressive nose of citrus fruit — lemon, lime, and gooseberry — with a playful touch of kiwi. On the palate, it is dry, crisp, and thirst-quenching with lively acidity and a clean, vibrant finish. The kind of wine that disappears fast and always leaves you wanting another glass.

"100% Sauvignon Blanc from Chile's Central Valley, crafted for freshness and everyday drinkability. Pale lemon in color with citrus fruit aromas — lemon, lime, and gooseberry with a touch of kiwi. Dry and thirst-quenching on the palate with a clean, vibrant finish." — Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67Wine Buyer

• Producer: 67 Wine Petit Somm Series®, curated by Oscar Garcia Moncada
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Central Valley, Chile
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Style: Crisp, dry, fresh & aromatic
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Lemon, lime, gooseberry, kiwi, vibrant acidity, clean finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2026
• Best Paired With: Grilled white fish, seafood, ceviche, goat cheese, light salads, aperitif
• Serve: Well chilled, 45–50°F

New York attitude, Chilean freshness — the 67 Wine Petit Somm Sauvignon Blanc is the ultimate everyday white at an unbeatable price.

Three Wishes Chardonnay — California

Three Wishes is one of California’s most beloved everyday wine brands — built on a simple promise: honest, fruit-forward wine at a price that makes every night feel like a good night. The Chardonnay is their flagship white — sourced from California vineyards and crafted to deliver clean, approachable character without pretense. At $5.49, it is one of the most remarkable values on the shelf: a wine that drinks well above its price point and earns its place on any table, any night of the week.

The color is a pale, luminous gold. The nose is fresh and inviting: apple, pineapple, and melon, with a light, creamy lift that signals the smooth, slightly buttery finish to come. On the palate, it is crisp and fruit-forward — clean California Chardonnay character, easy acidity, and a finish that is soft and approachable without being heavy or oaky. No fuss, no pretense — just a genuinely enjoyable white that works for any occasion.

• Producer: Three Wishes, California
• Appellation: California
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Size: 750ml
• Style: Fruit-forward, lightly buttery, crisp everyday Chardonnay
• Tasting Notes: Apple, pineapple, melon, light butter, smooth finish
• Drink Window: Now
• Best Paired With: Herbed pork loin, pasta with cream sauce, roasted chicken, light seafood, soft cheeses

California’s most generous everyday Chardonnay — Three Wishes is the bottle that makes any night a little better.

Ferrari Carano Fumé Blanc — Sonoma County 2024

Ferrari Carano's Fumé Blanc is one of Sonoma County's most distinctive takes on Sauvignon Blanc — a wine built around the winery's signature style of blending stainless steel freshness with the subtle richness of neutral French oak. The 2024 vintage is crafted from 100% Sauvignon Blanc with 30% aged in neutral French oak and 70% in stainless steel. The result is a white wine of uncommon depth: vibrant and crisp on the entry, yet round and generous through the mid-palate, with a lees-driven creaminess that sets it apart from the typical Sauvignon Blanc.

The nose is bright and inviting: grapefruit, lemon pith, kaffir lime, and a touch of flint, with lifted white flower and stone fruit accents. On the palate, the wine opens with melon, apricot, and papaya, building toward notes of apple and white tea, with a creamy mid-palate and a fresh, vibrant finish. It is precise, polished, and deeply satisfying — the kind of white that rewards both casual drinking and the dinner table equally.

“Aromas of grapefruit, lemon pith, kaffir limes and flint. The light-bodied palate has notes of melons, apricots, white flowers and papayas. Fresh and vibrant with a generous texture. Delicious.” — James Suckling, 92 pts. (Vintage 2024). 

“Richer than the average Sauvignon Blanc, the winery’s iconic nod to this style includes the use of 30% neutral French oak along with 70% aging in stainless steel. Made from a warm vintage, it shows notes of apple, apricot, and white tea, and you can experience the weight of the lees stirring on the round, creamy middle.” — Tasting Panel, 92 pts. (Vintage 2024). 

• Producer: Ferrari Carano Vineyards & Winery, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Sonoma County, California
• Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc (Fumé Blanc style)
• Aging: 30% neutral French oak, 70% stainless steel with lees stirring
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Grapefruit, lemon pith, kaffir lime, melon, apricot, white flowers, papaya, apple, white tea, creamy finish
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled white fish, scallops, goat cheese, Thai and Vietnamese cuisine

Sonoma County’s most elegant take on Fumé Blanc — Ferrari Carano delivers a Sauvignon Blanc that is both refreshingly bright and luxuriously textured, rated 92 points by both James Suckling and The Tasting Panel.

Talbott Kali Hart Chardonnay — Monterey County, California 2024

Named after founder Robb Talbott's daughter, Kali Hart is the estate's most approachable and fruit-forward expression — and one of the most consistent overachievers in California Chardonnay. Grown on Talbott's certified sustainable estate vineyards in Monterey County, where morning fog rolls in off the Pacific and the Santa Lucia Highlands channel cool maritime air through the vines, the 2024 vintage delivers the kind of lush, balanced Chardonnay that earns 90-point scores and Best Buy recognition from Wine Enthusiast year after year. The estate uses 100% recycled irrigation water, solar-offset vineyard power, and a 2:1 industry-leading water-to-wine ratio — sustainability built into every bottle.

The nose opens with vanilla, brioche, ripe Bosc pear, pineapple, tangerine, and melon — generous and inviting, with a cool-climate freshness underneath. On the palate, the wine is smooth and full-bodied with lush tropical fruit, soft texture, and a clean finish with a hint of minerality. It is the kind of Chardonnay that works equally well on a Tuesday night or at a dinner party — effortless, crowd-pleasing, and genuinely delicious.

Wine Enthusiast Best Buy — "Kali Hart delivers ripe tropical fruit, vanilla, and brioche with a smooth, balanced finish. Estate-grown Monterey Chardonnay at its most approachable." (Prior Vintage 2023). 

• Producer: Talbott Vineyards, Monterey County, California
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Monterey County AVA
• Region: Central Coast, California
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Certification: Certified California Sustainable (CSWA)
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Vanilla, brioche, Bosc pear, pineapple, tangerine, melon, soft minerality
• Best Paired With: Fish tacos with pineapple salsa, Dungeness crab, seared scallops, roast chicken, Brie

A Best Buy Chardonnay at an honest price — Talbott's Kali Hart is the benchmark for what sustainable, estate-grown Monterey Chardonnay can deliver.

La Vieille Ferme · Blanc · Luberon AOC · Rhône · France · 2024 · Magnum 1.5L

La Vieille Ferme is produced by the Perrin family — the same family behind Château de Beaucastel, one of the Southern Rhône’s most celebrated estates — and it is widely regarded as one of the world’s great value white wines. Affectionately known as the “Chicken Wine” for its colorful label, the Blanc blends Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Ugni Blanc, and Vermentino from the Luberon for a fresh, aromatic, and food-friendly expression of the Southern Rhône. Now in a generous 1.5L magnum — the ideal format for the table, the patio, or any gathering that deserves a second glass.

The 2024 pours pale yellow-green with silver undertones. The nose opens with crisp green apple, pear, and a bouquet of mountain flowers — white thorn and wild verbena. On the palate, juicy fruit and great freshness lead to a saline finish that adds length and savoriness. Lovely balance, delicate bitterness on the close, and the kind of effortless drinkability that has made this wine a global phenomenon.

• Producer: Perrin Family (Château de Beaucastel), Luberon, France
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Luberon AOC, Southern Rhône, France
• Blend: Bourboulenc, Grenache Blanc, Ugni Blanc, Vermentino
• Style: Dry white — fresh, aromatic, saline
• Format: Magnum — 1.5L
• Tasting Notes: Green apple, pear, white thorn, wild verbena, juicy fruit, saline finish
• Pairings: Roast chicken with lemon and thyme, grilled sea bass, mussels in white wine, shrimp cocktail, goat cheese salads, charcuterie

Luberon AOC — the “Chicken Wine” from the Beaucastel family. World-class value, now in a 1.5L magnum built for sharing.

Handwerk Grüner Veltliner Weingartenselektion — Kamptal, Austria 2024

Handwerk — German for "craftsmanship" — is produced by Reinhard Waldschütz in the Kamptal, one of Austria's most celebrated wine regions and the heartland of Grüner Veltliner. The Weingartenselektion (vineyard selection) is made from organically farmed grapes handpicked from select Kamptal sites, vinified to express the grape's classic character with precision and purity. The 1.0L format is a deliberate choice — designed for generous, casual pouring, whether you're hosting or simply want a mid-week glass without opening a second bottle.

The 2024 pours a pale, bright straw. The nose is clean and inviting — citrus, green apple, and the signature white pepper lift that defines great Grüner Veltliner. On the palate, it's light, crisp, and refreshing with well-balanced acidity and a dry, mineral finish. Exactly what Grüner should taste like — no more, no less, and all the better for it.

"A Grüner that tastes just like Grüner should — citrus, white pepper, light and crisp. Perfect sipper, or pair with sushi, Thai, chicken, salads. Dry, not sweet." — Rand Sieger, Lead Sommelier, 67Wine

• Producer: Handwerk (Reinhard Waldschütz), Kamptal, Austria
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Kamptal DAC
• Varietal: Grüner Veltliner
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Size: 1.0L
• Tasting Notes: Citrus, green apple, white pepper, crisp acidity, dry mineral finish
• Best Paired With: Wiener Schnitzel, sushi, Thai or Vietnamese cuisine, grilled asparagus, fresh goat cheese, garden salads

Classic Austrian Grüner Veltliner in a generous liter format — organic, crisp, and built for the table.

Dog Point Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc — Marlborough 2025

Dog Point Vineyard is the project of two Cloudy Bay veterans, Ivan Sutherland and James Healy, who set out to make a Sauvignon Blanc that transcends the region’s exuberant mainstream. Hand-harvested, whole-bunch pressed, and fermented with indigenous yeasts from organically grown grapes, Dog Point’s approach is one of restraint and terroir transparency. The 2025 earned 94 points from both James Suckling and Wine Advocate, and 93 from Wine Spectator — a wine of genuine character, savory, textural, and built to age.

The nose is complex and restrained: grapefruit, brine, green olives, limes, and a touch of salinity. On the palate, it is linear and vibrant — textural and salty, with honeysuckle, lemon oil, yuzu, pomelo, and lemongrass lingering effortlessly on a sleek, mouthwatering frame. Classy, sophisticated, and a world apart from the wham-bam Marlborough style.

🇳🇿 James Suckling 94 — “Restrained exuberance and a touch of salinity in the finish. Impressive handmade wine from organically grown grapes.” (Vintage 2025). 

🇳🇿 Wine Advocate 94 — “Textural and salty, savory and complex. Classy — a sophisticated showing of the best attributes of the variety.” (Vintage 2025). 

🇳🇿 Wine Spectator 93 — “Complex and highly detailed, with notes of honeysuckle and lemon oil, plus touches of saline and grilled Meyer lemon.” (Vintage 2025). 

• Producer: Dog Point Vineyard, Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Marlborough
• Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
• Farming: Organic
• Vinification: Hand-harvested, whole-bunch pressed, indigenous yeast fermentation
• ABV: 12.5%
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Cellar Potential: Drink now or cellar 5+ years
• Best Paired With: Oysters, sashimi, grilled prawns, herb-crusted fish, goat cheese salads, Thai and Vietnamese cuisine

Marlborough’s benchmark organic Sauvignon Blanc — Dog Point is the wine that proves restraint and terroir always win.

Cave de Lugny Mâcon-Lugny Les Charmes — Mâconnais, Burgundy, France 2024

Cave de Lugny is one of the largest and most respected cooperative cellars in the Mâconnais — the southern reaches of Burgundy where Chardonnay finds its most approachable, food-friendly, and consistently excellent expression. Founded in 1926, the cooperative brings together growers farming the predominantly limestone plateaus around the village of Lugny, a terroir ideally suited to producing unoaked Chardonnay of genuine character and regional typicity. Les Charmes is Cave de Lugny's flagship single-vineyard cuvée — sourced from the limestone plateau of the same name in the heart of Lugny, a step up in concentration and character from their standard bottlings, and a unique expression of this particular plot in the Mâconnais. Unoaked and vinified to preserve the natural freshness and floral aromatics of the limestone terroir, it is Burgundy Chardonnay at its most versatile and food-friendly — and one of the great white wine values under $20.

The nose is floral and inviting: honey, acacia, and citrus with a freshness that speaks to the limestone soils. On the palate, it is ample and velvety with a spicy edge — generous and textured, yet retaining the bright acidity and freshness that make Mâcon-Lugny such a reliable partner at the table. Unoaked, clean, and incredibly versatile.

"Mâcon-Lugny Les Charmes comes from the predominantly limestone plateau of the same name in the town of Lugny. Ample, velvety, and spicy on the palate with floral and fruity aromas of honey, acacia, and citrus — a unique expression of this particular plot in the Mâconnais." — Cave de Lugny, Winemaker

• Producer: Cave de Lugny, Lugny, Mâconnais, Burgundy, France (est. 1926)
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Mâcon-Lugny AOC
• Vineyard: Les Charmes
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Winemaking: Unoaked
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Honey, acacia, citrus, floral, ample and velvety, spicy edge, fresh finish
• Style: Medium-bodied, unoaked, fresh, food-friendly
• Drink: Now through 2027
• Best Paired With: Pan-seared sea bass, garlic shrimp, sushi, roast chicken with lemon and thyme, goat cheese (Chabichou or Selles-sur-Cher), asparagus

Single-vineyard Mâconnais Chardonnay from one of Burgundy's finest cooperatives — Cave de Lugny Les Charmes 2024 s velvety, fresh, and one of the great white wine values under $20.

Winemaker Description — Vintage 2024

One of the great secrets of the Guigal family is their mastery of white Rhône varieties. While only 8% of Rhône wines are white, a full 25% of Guigal’s production is white — making them the single largest producer of white wines in the region. This seamless blend represents unbelievable value.

Led by 60% Viognier — a grape Guigal helped revive — the wine is rich yet fresh, vibrant and food-friendly. An ideal pairing for seafood, poultry, creamy pasta, soft cheeses, and more.

• Producer: E. Guigal
• Appellation: Côtes du Rhône AOC, Southern Rhône, France
• Blend: 60% Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne, Clairette
• Vintage: 2024
• Format: 750ml

67 Wine Petit Somm Series® Pinot Grigio — Central Valley, Chile 2025

The 67 Wine Petit Somm Series® is a passion project from our in-house buyer Oscar Garcia Moncada — a meticulously curated collection of high-quality, value-driven wines that punch well above their price. Each label pays homage to iconic NYC neighborhoods and landmarks, bringing a New York spirit to world-class wine regions. The Pinot Grigio is sourced from Chile's Central Valley, where the cool influence of the Andes and the Pacific produces a crisp, aromatic white with genuine freshness and character.

The 2025 pours a bright straw yellow. The nose is clean and inviting — green apple, ripe pear, and a lift of fresh citrus. On the palate, it's medium-bodied with a soft mouthfeel and well-integrated acidity, delivering green apple, lemon, and pear through to a clean, refreshing finish. A lovely aperitif white that's equally at home at the dinner table.

"A meticulously curated collection of high-quality, value-driven wines — each bottle a New York story, every sip a world-class experience." — Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67 Wine Buyer

• Curated by: Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67 Wine
• Producer: 67 Wine Petit Somm Series®
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Central Valley, Chile
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Grigio
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Serve: Well-chilled, 44–48°F
• Tasting Notes: Green apple, ripe pear, fresh citrus, soft clean finish
• Best Paired With: Fresh cheeses, seafood, white sauce pasta, poultry

67 Wine's own label — curated with the same expertise we apply to every bottle on our shelves, priced for every night of the week.

Craggy Range | Sauvignon Blanc | Te Muna Road Vineyard | Martinborough | 2025

Most New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc comes from Marlborough — high-acid, pungent, and immediately recognizable. Te Muna Road is something different. Craggy Range’s single-vineyard site sits in Martinborough, on the southern tip of the North Island, where a cooler, more continental climate and river-stone soils produce a Sauvignon Blanc of genuine texture and mineral complexity. Wine Spectator awarded it 93 points.

The nose opens with white flowers, blossom, freshly cut peach, and passionfruit — aromatic and expressive without being aggressive. On the palate, key lime, preserved lemon, and kiwifruit are bright and precise, threaded through with a saline minerality that the river stones of Te Muna Road impart in a way no winemaking technique can replicate. Fresh, elegant, and textural, with a mouthwatering frame and a long, clean finish.

🇳🇿 Wine Spectator 93 — “Intense key lime, lemongrass and pear flavors are fleshy, bright and precise, showing details of tangerine, kiwifruit and grapefruit, with sleek notes of saline and green tea, plus a hint of white pepper on a mouthwatering frame.”

• Producer: Craggy Range, Martinborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Martinborough
• Vineyard: Te Muna Road Vineyard (single vineyard)
• Grape: Sauvignon Blanc
• Size: 750ml
• Drink Window: Now – 2028
• Tasting Notes: White flowers, peach, passionfruit, key lime, preserved lemon, kiwifruit, saline minerality
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled sea bass, goat cheese, Thai green curry, Vietnamese summer rolls

The Sauvignon Blanc for people who think they don’t like Sauvignon Blanc — Te Muna Road is Martinborough’s finest argument for the North Island.

Decoy by Duckhorn — Sonoma County Chardonnay 2024

Decoy is the acclaimed second label of Duckhorn Wine Company, one of Napa Valley's most celebrated producers. Crafted from Sonoma County fruit, the Decoy Chardonnay brings Duckhorn's signature winemaking philosophy — precision, balance, and elegance — to an approachable everyday price point. It is a wine that punches well above its weight: rich and fruit-forward, yet anchored by vibrant acidity and a refined oak touch that adds complexity without heaviness.

The nose is luminous and inviting: ripe tangerine, sweet melon, white peach, and tropical mango mingle with delicate oak spice. On the palate, it is round and full-bodied with juicy citrus zest, pineapple, and orchard fruit flavors, brightened by lively acidity and finishing with a smooth, lingering touch of vanilla and spice. Graceful and satisfying from first sip to last.

"Radiant aromas of ripe tangerine, sweet melon, and tropical mango mingle with delicate oak spice. The palate is round and full, with bright acidity and a supple backbone of sweet oak, layered with notes of juicy mango, pineapple, and a touch of vanilla." — Decoy Winemaker

• Producer: Decoy by Duckhorn Wine Company, Sonoma County, California
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Sonoma County, California
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Style: Full-Bodied, Lightly Oaked
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Tangerine, sweet melon, white peach, mango, pineapple, vanilla, creamy oak finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2027
• Best Paired With: Roasted chicken, creamy pasta, buttery seafood, lobster bisque, soft cheeses
• Serve: Chilled, 45–50°F

Duckhorn quality at an everyday price — Decoy Sonoma Chardonnay is the smart pour for any occasion.

Olivier Leflaive Les Sétilles — Bourgogne Blanc, Burgundy 2023

Olivier Leflaive is one of Burgundy's most respected négociant-éleveurs, founded in 1984 in Puligny-Montrachet by a member of the legendary Leflaive family — one of the most storied names in white Burgundy. The maison specializes in white wines from the Côte de Beaune and is known for sustainable farming and minimal-intervention winemaking. Les Sétilles — named for the small stones found in the vineyards — is the flagship entry-level wine and one of the most consistently praised value Burgundies on the market. While technically labeled as a Bourgogne Blanc, the fruit is sourced primarily from vineyards in Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault, two of the Côte de Beaune's most celebrated white wine villages. The result is a wine with the DNA of much more expensive village-level Burgundy at a fraction of the price — a genuine insider's choice for those who know.

The nose offers aromas of white flowers, peach, grilled almond, and lemon peel on a mineral-tinged background, with appealing Granny Smith apple and nectarine fruit and a hint of white blossom. The attack is full and warm on the palate, with a surprisingly fresh texture for the vintage — lively acidity driving spicy, bitter citrus through to an elegantly long and lasting finish. Astonishing quality given the volume of production.

Decanter 90 — "Appealing Granny Smith apple and nectarine fruit aroma with a hint of white blossom. Surprisingly fresh texture for the vintage, and an elegantly lovely finish — astonishing quality given the volume of production."

Wine Spectator 90 — "Peach, almond, toasty oak and earth notes highlight this plush white. Backed by lively acidity that drives the spicy, bitter citrus finish. Fine balance and length."

• Producer: Olivier Leflaive, Puligny-Montrachet, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Bourgogne Blanc AOC
• Fruit Sources: Puligny-Montrachet & Meursault vineyards
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: White flowers, peach, grilled almond, lemon peel, Granny Smith apple, nectarine, mineral, lively acidity, long finish
• Drink: Now through 2028
• Best Paired With: Lobster with drawn butter, seared scallops, grilled fish, roast chicken with tarragon, veal, Brie, aged Comté, light cream pasta

Puligny-Montrachet and Meursault fruit at a Bourgogne Blanc price — Les Sétilles is Burgundy's best-kept secret and one of the great white wine values under $40.

St. Michael-Eppan | Pinot Grigio | Alto Adige DOC | South Tyrol, Italy | 2025

Kellerei St. Michael-Eppan is one of Alto Adige's most celebrated cooperative wineries, farming high-altitude vineyards in the shadow of the Dolomites where cool nights and mineral-rich soils define the house style. Their Pinot Grigio has become a benchmark for the appellation — an international bestseller prized for its precision, freshness, and effortless elegance.

The 2025 opens with restrained, pure aromatics of green apple, white peach, white pepper, and crushed stone. On the palate, a tight-knit structure unfolds with subtle silkiness, super-savory depth, and medium body — finishing long and mineral-driven. This is Pinot Grigio at its most serious and most satisfying.

• Producer: Kellerei St. Michael-Eppan
• Appellation: Alto Adige DOC, South Tyrol, Italy
• Grape: Pinot Grigio
• Vintage: 2025
• Serve: 44–48°F
• Pairings: Grilled fish, seafood risotto, light pasta, soft cheeses, vegetable antipasti
• Size: 750ml

Critical Acclaim — Vintage 2024

• James Suckling — 93 pts: Restrained and tight-knit with green apple, white peach, white pepper, and minerals. Subtle silkiness, super-savory flavors, and a long finish.

Sella & Mosca | Vermentino di Sardegna DOC | La Cala | Sardinia, Italy | 2025

Sella & Mosca is one of Italy's most celebrated estate wineries, farming 650 hectares of vineyards and Mediterranean scrub on the sun-drenched plains of Alghero in northwestern Sardinia — one of the largest single wine estates in all of Europe. Founded in 1899, the estate has become synonymous with the authentic character of Sardinian wine, producing expressions that are shaped by the island's intense sun, sea breezes, and mineral-rich soils.

La Cala is Sella & Mosca's benchmark Vermentino — a wine that captures the essence of Sardinia in every glass. Vermentino is the island's most celebrated white grape, thriving in the warm, dry Mediterranean climate where the surrounding scrubland, sea air, and rocky soils impart a distinctive aromatic complexity and mineral freshness that is impossible to replicate elsewhere.

The 2025 La Cala is pale straw in the glass with a luminous green tint. The nose is fresh and inviting — citrus blossom, white peach, tropical fruit, and white flowers, accented by a mineral note and a subtle hint of Mediterranean herbs and scrub. On the palate, firm acidity with a soft, balanced texture and a lingering, saline finish. Bright, elegant, and utterly refreshing.

A versatile match for a wide array of dishes. Exceptional with shellfish, grilled seafood, sushi, light pasta, risotto, and fresh cheeses. Perfect as an aperitivo. Serve well chilled.

• Producer: Sella & Mosca
• Cuvée: La Cala
• Appellation: Vermentino di Sardegna DOC
• Region: Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
• Grape: Vermentino
• Vintage: 2025
• Closure: Screwcap
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Critical Acclaim - Prior Vintage 2024

• Wine Enthusiast — 90 pts: A benchmark Sardinian Vermentino — fresh citrus, tropical fruit, and white flowers with a mineral note and a lingering, balanced finish.

Expert Review — Vintage 2023

92 pts — James Suckling: “Ripe yet restrained, this sits on the edge of reduction, showing aromas of yellow apples, grilled peaches, lemon curd and a touch of struck flint. The palate reflects the cool vintage with bright acidity and a layered feel, delivering baked citrus, toasted almonds and subtle spices. Rounded and fresh with a savory, lingering finish. Drink or hold.”

Winemaker Notes

Grgich Hills’ estate-grown Chardonnay is a singular expression of Napa Valley — biodynamically farmed, and uniquely crafted without malolactic fermentation to preserve its natural, vibrant acidity. The 2023 vintage opens with aromas of sweet lime, fresh lemon, green mango, and white peach, leading to a palate of fresh citrus, star fruit, mango, and a hint of vanilla, all supported by juicy acidity and abundant minerality. The finish is long, layered, and deeply satisfying.

Founded by the legendary Mike Grgich — the winemaker behind the celebrated 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay that triumphed at the 1976 Judgment of Paris — Grgich Hills has been a benchmark for Napa Chardonnay for nearly five decades.

• Appellation: Napa Valley
• Grape: Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2023
• Farming: Certified biodynamic & organic, estate-grown
• Style: No malolactic fermentation — bright, fresh acidity
• Pairings: Lobster, halibut, roasted chicken, soft cheeses
• 750ml | Serve at 50–54°F | Drink or hold

Cambria Estate Winery | Chardonnay Katherine's Vineyard | Santa Maria Valley, California | 2023

Cambria Estate Winery is one of Santa Barbara County's most celebrated producers, farming estate vineyards in the heart of the Santa Maria Valley — one of California's premier cool-climate appellations. Named for Katherine Jackson, Katherine's Vineyard sits at the western end of the valley where persistent Pacific Ocean breezes slow ripening and allow Chardonnay to develop remarkable complexity, balance, and natural acidity.

The 2023 vintage was fermented with 30% stainless steel and 70% barrel, then aged seven months in French oak (20% new) — a winemaking approach that delivers both freshness and texture without overwhelming the fruit. The result is a Chardonnay of genuine balance: ripe tropical and orchard fruit, toasty barrel spice, taut minerality, and mouthwatering acidity that keeps everything in focus.

The nose offers lemon balm, baked apricot, ripe pear, pineapple, and macadamia nut, with honeysuckle and subtle spice. On the palate, medium-bodied and fleshy with a creamy, mouth-coating texture, bright acidity, and a long finish of lemon verbena, fresh ginger, and a hint of marzipan. Serious complexity and impressive finesse, especially at this price point.

Incredibly versatile at the table — exceptional with roast chicken, lobster bisque, pan-seared halibut, creamy pasta, brie, and soft-ripened cheeses.

• Producer: Cambria Estate Winery
• Vineyard: Katherine's Vineyard
• Appellation: Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County, California
• Grape: Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2023
• Vinification: 30% stainless steel, 70% barrel; 7 months French oak (20% new)
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Critical Acclaim — Vintage 2023

• Vinous — 92 pts: Rich yet energized, driven by taut minerality and juicy acidity. Barrel spice and ripe orchard fruit marry in harmony, with serious complexity, deep minerality and impressive finesse, especially for the price.
• Wine Enthusiast — 92 pts: Lemon balm, baked apricot and macadamia nut aromas. A blast of acidity cuts into the lightly salted core of pear, apple and citrus peel flavors, with a warm oak note carrying the finish.
• Jeb Dunnuck — 90 pts: Ripe stone and orchard fruits intermixed with honeysuckle and subtle spice. Medium-bodied, plush, round, and supple. A well-made, ready-to-drink California Chardonnay that delivers terrific value.
• Wine Spectator — 90 pts: Remarkable seamlessness and complexity — lemon blossoms, orange sherbet, papaya and marmalade, with a fresh thread of acidity and notes of lemon verbena, fresh ginger, and a hint of marzipan.

67Wine Buyer's Note

Debra, California Chardonnay Buyer — "This fleshy, medium-bodied wine offers plentiful flavors of tropical fruit, baking spice, and zest, with an underlying subtle oak influence. Harmoniously balanced with ample acidity and a buttery, creamy, mouth-coating finish."

La Raia · Gavi DOCG · Piedmont, Italy · 2025

At 400 metres above sea level in the hills of Gavi, where the calcareous clay soils of Piedmont meet the cool breezes of the Ligurian Apennines, La Raia farms its Cortese vines with an unwavering commitment to biodynamic principles — no chemicals, no shortcuts, just a sincere and dynamic balance between land and people. The result is a Gavi of rare purity and precision, one that speaks clearly of its place.

The nose is delicate and mineral, with notes of white peach, pear, citrus blossom, and white flowers underpinned by a fine, stony minerality. On the palate it is lively and beautifully balanced — fresh acidity giving the wine both energy and length, with a characteristic hint of almond on the finish that is the hallmark of great Cortese.

• Producer: La Raia
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Gavi DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
• Varietal: Cortese
• Farming: Biodynamic, chemical-free
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: White peach, pear, citrus blossom, white flowers, stony minerality, almond finish
• Pairings: Oysters, seafood, fish ragù, vegetable first courses, fresh young cheese, aperitif

One of Piedmont’s most committed biodynamic estates — elegant, mineral, and effortlessly food-friendly.

Elena Walch · Pinot Grigio · Alto Adige DOC · Trentino-Alto Adige · Italy · 2025

Elena Walch is one of Alto Adige’s most celebrated estates — and one of Italy’s most prominent woman winemakers and owners. Her Pinot Grigio is a benchmark for the Alto Adige style: not the flat, neutral Pinot Grigio of the Veneto plains, but a wine of genuine mineral tension, aromatic precision, and the kind of crisp, structured character that the Alpine climate of the Dolomites uniquely produces. Grown at altitude in the cool, sun-drenched vineyards of Alto Adige, the 2025 is a wine with real backbone — and exceptional value at this price.

The 2025 captivates with a light straw yellow color. The nose opens with ripe pear, white pepper, and a touch of sage, with an appealing creamy texture carrying notes of peach skin and blood orange peel. On the palate, mineral-salty richness and crisp acidity are the hallmarks — elegant, focused, and refreshing from first sip to finish.

“The creamy texture and tangy acidity harmoniously blended with the refreshing green apple and pear flavors. There was also a subtle hint of stony minerality that added an unexpected layer of complexity. The simplicity of the pairing beautifully complemented the well-structured aromas and flavors of the wine.”
— Oscar Garcia Moncada, 67Wine.com

• Producer: Elena Walch (woman winemaker & owner), Tramin, Alto Adige, Italy
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Alto Adige DOC
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Grigio
• Style: Dry white — mineral, crisp, structured
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Ripe pear, white pepper, sage, peach skin, blood orange peel, mineral-salty richness, crisp acidity
• Pairings: Grilled fish, seafood, chicken salad, light pasta, fresh cheeses, aperitivo

Alto Adige DOC — mineral, structured Pinot Grigio from one of Italy’s most celebrated woman winemakers. Alpine precision at an exceptional price.

Grooner is a collaboration between importer Monika Caha & Toni Silver of Monika Caha Selections and Meinhard Forstreiter of Weingut Forstreiter — one of Austria's most respected family estates. The Forstreiter family has been making wine in Krems-Hollenburg in the Kremstal since 1868, farming 69 acres of vineyards along the banks of the Danube River, directly across from the Wachau. The estate was named Top 100 Wineries of the Year by Wine & Spirits Magazine, and Meinhard Forstreiter has brought the property to a new level of quality through a combination of advanced modern technology and sound, sustainable viticulture.

The Grooner Grüner Veltliner is sourced from Forstreiter's vineyards on south- and east-facing terraces above the Danube, planted on the distinctive Hollenburger Konglomerat — a unique soil formation of compressed Ice Age gravel from the Danube riverbanks, layered with loess, clay, and sandy soils. This exceptional terroir, combined with the Kremstal's continental microclimate, produces Grüner Veltliner of natural freshness, mineral depth, and the characteristic white pepper spice the variety is celebrated for.

Vinification follows Forstreiter's meticulous approach: careful temperature-controlled fermentation to preserve the grape's aromatic vibrancy and varietal character. The result is a Qualitätswein (appellation-controlled) wine of genuine quality — fun and approachable in style, but crafted with the same artisanal care as all Forstreiter wines.

The 2024 Grooner is crisp, refreshing, and peppery, with inviting aromas and flavors of citrus, green apple, and cool stone fruit. On the palate, the wine is balanced and lively, with bright acidity, a clean mineral thread, and a fresh, clean finish. The quintessential food-friendly Austrian white.

Grape: Grüner Veltliner
Region: Kremstal, Niederösterreich, Austria
Appellation: Qualitätswein Niederösterreich
Vintage: 2024
Closure: Screwcap
Bottle Size: 750ml

Pairing: Oysters, sushi, fried chicken, light meats, spicy cuisines, tofu, vegetables, and snacks. An exceptionally versatile food wine — serve well chilled.

Tasting Notes

• White peach, pear, and citrus blossom on the nose
• Lively grapefruit and stone fruit on the palate
• Mouth-filling texture | Crisp acidity | Clean, refreshing finish

Pairings: Seafood, grilled fish, light pasta, goat cheese, tapas

Vegan-friendly.

Marqués de Cáceres | Rueda DO, Castilla y León, Spain | 2025