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Expert Review — Vintage 2024

Wine Advocate — 94 Points | The 2024 Sauvignon Blanc L’Après-Midi contains 6% Sémillon. Matured in around 15% new French oak and bottled the spring after harvest. Continually unfurling scents of flint, white peach, tarragon, lemongrass, graham cracker, chamomile, and honey. The full-bodied palate bursts with layers of flinty stone and citrus fruit, lifted by a silky texture, succulent acidity, and a long, perfumed finish.

Winemaker Description

L’Après-Midi (The Afternoon) was named in honor of the pleasures of a slow and lazy afternoon — which, according to Sir Peter, is a good time to start enjoying this wine. One of two estate-grown Sauvignon Blanc/Sémillon blends, the grapes are grown alongside the red Bordeaux varietals within Les Pavots Vineyard, benefiting from steep slopes, excellent drainage, and cool air at altitude.

Whole-cluster-pressed and naturally fermented in barrel, forgoing malolactic fermentation to preserve the fruity and zesty character of the Sauvignon Blanc. Predominantly Sauvignon Blanc with just a touch of Sémillon.

• Producer: Peter Michael Winery
• Appellation: Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California
• Blend: 94% Sauvignon Blanc, 6% Sémillon
• Vineyard: Les Pavots Estate
• Aging: 15% new French oak, no malolactic fermentation
• Vintage: 2024
• Format: 750ml

La Petite Lune Rouge — Graves, Bordeaux 2022

La Petite Lune is the entry-level expression from Clos des Lunes — a project founded by the owners of Domaine de Chevalier, one of Pessac-Léognan's most celebrated Grand Cru Classé estates, in collaboration with Stéphane Dérenoncourt, widely regarded as one of the top winemakers in France. The vineyards sit a stone's throw from Chevalier's famed plots in Graves, and the wine is built on a special selection of vineyard lots handpicked by Dérenoncourt and vinified by Bernard's team at Domaine de Chevalier. The aim: a wine that is slightly more modern in styling than a classic Bordeaux, with an excellent quality-to-price ratio — and at under $20, it delivers exactly that.

The 2022 is a blend of 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Cabernet Franc. The nose is pretty and inviting — blackberry, dried tobacco, and herbal notes with a classic Graves character. On the palate, it's medium-bodied and mouth-filling with generous fruit, supple tannins, and a delicious, clean fruit finish. Approachable now and built for easy enjoyment.

"Founded by the owners of Domaine de Chevalier and Stéphane Dérenoncourt, one of the top winemakers in France — a Bordeaux of excellent quality-price ratio." — Clos des Lunes

• Producer: Clos des Lunes (Domaine de Chevalier & Stéphane Dérenoncourt), Graves, Bordeaux, France
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Bordeaux AOC
• Blend: 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Blackberry, dried tobacco, herbal notes, medium-bodied, supple tannins, clean fruit finish
• Best Paired With: Grilled lamb, roast chicken, duck, mushroom dishes, aged cheeses

Grand Cru Classé pedigree and Dérenoncourt's touch at an everyday Bordeaux price — the smartest under-$20 red in the shop.

Louis Latour · Bourgogne · 2025

Louis Latour Bourgogne Chardonnay 2025 is a fresh, floral expression of white Burgundy, combining generous white peach fruit with a supple texture and a refreshing mineral finish. Made entirely from Chardonnay and aged without oak, it keeps the grape’s delicate aromatics and fruit character in focus.

Hand-harvested grapes come from vines averaging 30 years of age. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel is followed by full malolactic fermentation, lending roundness to the palate. Eight to ten months of aging in stainless steel preserves the wine’s freshness and floral appeal.

Tasting Notes

Pale gold with green highlights, the wine opens with honeysuckle and fresh almond aromas. The palate is rounded and generous, with white peach flavors leading to a refreshing finish and a subtle mineral touch.

Food Pairings & Serving

Enjoy as an aperitif or alongside shellfish, grilled fish and fine charcuterie. Serve lightly chilled to bring out its freshness and delicate aromatics.

Details

• Producer: Louis Latour
• Vintage: 2025
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Country: France
• Region: Burgundy (Bourgogne)
• Appellation: Bourgogne AOC
• Grape: 100% Chardonnay
• Type: White wine
• Style: Dry and unoaked
• Vines: Average age of 30 years
• Harvest: Hand-harvested
• Fermentation: Temperature-controlled stainless steel; full malolactic fermentation
• Aging: Eight to ten months in stainless steel

Bodegas Olarra Cerro Añón Reserva — Rioja Alta, Spain 2020

Bodegas Olarra is one of Rioja's most storied estates — a winery so architecturally ambitious it has been called the Grand Cathedral of Rioja, its landmark building designed by architect Juan Antonio Ridruejo as one of the first purpose-built wine production facilities in Spain. The 2020 Cerro Añón Reserva is crafted from a Tempranillo-dominant blend — with Graciano and Mazuelo — grown in the prestigious Rioja Alta sub-district, aged in oak in accordance with Reserva regulations to build the classic structure and depth that has defined this bottling for decades. The result is a sophisticated, layered red that overdelivers at its price point and is approachable now but built to hold.

The nose is complex and inviting: dusty dark cherry, blood orange, cedar, dark fruit, fragrant blossom, rosehip, and a sultry seam of cigar box oak. On the palate, the wine is medium-to-full-bodied with finely corded tannins, a smooth mouthfeel, and a savory, lightly earthy finish with sweet tobacco and lingering spice. It is elegant, food-friendly, and deeply satisfying — the kind of Reserva Rioja that disappears fast at the table.

"Deep ruby in the glass. Enticing dark fruit aromas join flavors of cedar and sweet tobacco with a savory, lightly earthy finish. Tannins are finely corded and lengthy, creating a smooth mouthfeel. Sophisticated, layered, and enjoyable with both the approachability to drink now, and the hutzpah to hold years in cellar." — Wine Enthusiast, 94 Points. (Vintage 2020). 

"Thriving with fragrant blossom, rosehip and fresh cranberries and a sultry seam of cigar box oak, and furnished with a broad structure and opulent tannins." — Decanter Magazine, 96 Points. (Vintage 2020). 

• Producer: Bodegas Olarra, Logroño, Rioja Alta, Spain
• Vintage: 2020
• Appellation: DOCa Rioja — Rioja Alta
• Varietal: Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo
• Aging: Oak-aged Reserva — cedar, tobacco & dark fruit complexity
• Closure: Cork
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Dark cherry, blood orange, cedar, blossom, rosehip, cigar box, sweet tobacco, earthy finish
• Best Paired With: Roast lamb, grilled ribeye, chorizo, aged Manchego, slow-braised short ribs

One of Rioja's most celebrated estates at an honest price — Cerro Añón Reserva is the benchmark for what structured, oak-aged Rioja Alta Tempranillo can deliver.

Winemaker Description 

One Sparkling Rose & Brut in party gift box. Kosher. 

A premium Italian prosecco made for celebrating life's moments, big and small. Made with an attention to detail that gives it a distinct, bold aesthetic and unique voice, Vera Wang Party is a light, refreshing, and effervescent wine,with a playful yet sophisticated tone.

Vera Wang was integral in each step of the production process- from selecting the wine to designing the bottles.

Memo Summary Notes

The Vera Wang Party Pack is a curated duo featuring the designer's premium Italian sparkling wines, both crafted to be high-fashion, high-quality, and fully compliant with kosher standards.

• Tasting Notes: Effervescent and crisp with appealing aromas of green apple and stone fruits. The palate is light and refreshing with bright citrus notes and a soft, fruity finish.

• Style: Dry, playful, and sophisticated. 

  • Brunch: Perfect for high-end Bellinis or Mimosas.

  • Savory: Pairs excellently with charcuterie, Parmesan cheese, spicy Chinese takeout, fried chicken, or sushi.

Expert Reviews - 2016

The Wine Enthusiast 97 Points | This golden-colored Tokaji has aromas of raw honey, apricot blossom, pear and baked apple tart. Silky smooth upon entry, it offers flavors of baked apples, wildflower honey, canned pears and apricot. The acidity is nicely balanced so as not to be too cloyingly sweet.

The Wine Spectator 96 Points | Well-spiced and minerally on the nose, showing hints of petrol and slate, with a brilliant backbone of acidity creating a mouthwatering frame for the silky flavors of apricot pâte de fruit, clover honey, passion fruit coulis and lanolin that expand on the palate. This is an explosion of flavor and texture, yet remains light on its feet and graceful throughout. A beauty.

James Suckling 94 Points | Perfumed and complex nose of dried apricot, white nectarine, white truffle, bergamot, white pepper and jasmine. Dense and sweet, yet balanced. Focused and layered. Spicy character on the finish.

Memo Summary Notes

The Disznókő Tokaji Aszú 6 Puttonyos 2016 is a benchmark sweet wine from Hungary, representing the highest standard classification (6 Puttonyos) for traditional Aszú. In the 2016 vintage, this wine is celebrated for its "laser-like" acidity, which perfectly balances its massive sugar content, preventing it from feeling cloying.

Alois Lageder is one of Alto Adige’s most respected names — a producer with a long and principled commitment to organic and biodynamic farming at a time when such things were far from fashionable. Riff is their answer to a simple question: what does a thoughtfully farmed, honestly made Italian white wine taste like at an accessible price? The answer, vintage after vintage, is this.

The 2024 Pinot Grigio is sourced from certified organic vineyards in the Delle Venezie DOC — the broad, sun-drenched sweep of northeast Italy that stretches across Veneto, Friuli, and Trentino. The variety here is Pinot Grigio at its most expressive and least complicated: a grape that, in the right hands, delivers clarity, energy, and effortless drinkability without asking much in return.

In the glass: brilliant straw-yellow with a green-tinged rim. The nose is fresh and inviting — light stone fruit, white pear, and a clean varietal brightness. On the palate it is lively and precise, medium-bodied with a mouthwatering, bone-dry finish and just enough texture to hold its own at the table. Sealed with a screwcap for freshness.

• Producer: Riff by Alois Lageder
• Appellation: Delle Venezie DOC, Veneto, Italy
• Grape: Pinot Grigio
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Closure: Screwcap
• Vintage: 2024
• Format: 750ml

Food Pairings: Starters, grilled fish, poultry, white meats, pasta with cream or light sauces, and soft cheeses. An easy choice for the table.

Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc — Constantia, South Africa 2024

Klein Constantia is one of South Africa's most historic and celebrated estates, situated in the Constantia Valley on the slopes of the Cape Peninsula — a site with a winemaking legacy stretching back to the 17th century and home to the legendary Vin de Constance. Their Sauvignon Blanc is a wine of genuine craft and ambition: sourced from 42 individual vineyard blocks across the estate, each fermented separately to allow the terroir of each parcel to express itself before careful blending. Grapes are harvested at 4am to preserve freshness, and the winemaking is a meticulous balance of wild and inoculated fermentation — 80% wild (some ferments taking up to two months to complete), 20% with Non-Saccharomyces Cerevisiae for complexity and natural microbial protection. Ten percent is aged in neutral 500L oak barrels, and the wine spends six months on gross lees before blending and bottling.

The 2024 pours light and bright. The nose is perfumed and atypically complex for Sauvignon Blanc — grapefruit, lime, kiwi, yellow plum, and hints of mango, with a citrus blossom and umami thread. On the palate, it's moreish and textured with a crisp entry, quince, light walnut, flinty mineral elements, and a fresh salinity that gives it real energy. The finish is long, vibrant, and expressive — fanning out beautifully with aeration. Real texture for the variety.

"Atypical for a Sauvignon Blanc — real texture to this Savvy, which is unusual for the variety, fanning out nicely on the finish." — Neal Martin, Vinous, 91 Points

• Producer: Klein Constantia, Constantia Valley, South Africa
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Constantia WO
• Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
• Vineyard: 42 blocks, harvested at 4am
• Fermentation: 80% wild (up to 2 months), 20% Non-Saccharomyces Cerevisiae; 10% neutral 500L oak
• Aging: 6 months on gross lees
• Size: 750ml
• Accolades: Vinous 91 (Neal Martin)
• Tasting Notes: Grapefruit, lime, kiwi, yellow plum, mango, citrus blossom, umami, flinty minerality, fresh salinity
• Best Paired With: Oysters, grilled fish, sushi, goat cheese, asparagus, light herb-driven dishes

A 91-point Constantia Sauvignon Blanc of remarkable craft — 42 blocks, 4am harvest, wild fermentation, and six months on lees from one of South Africa's most historic estates.

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Harvest hand made. Fermented in stainless steel with hyper-oxygenation of the musts. Maturation on fine lees. Malo-lactic done. Bottled under vacuum. Straw yellow, elegant and refined on the nose with complex fruit aromas. Mature wines have a bouquet of toasted almonds and straw.

Expert Review - Vintage 2023 

Jesica Vargas of the Wine Enthusiast writes 90 Points | The nose of this white wine leans toward tropical, offering aromas of sweet peach and citrus fruit. The palate has texture, lifting acidity and fine tannins. Balanced flavors of chamomile, lemon, green apple and white peach slide through the lingering finish.  

Bogle Vineyards · Essential Red · California · 2023 · 750ml

Bogle Vineyards has been farming the Sacramento Valley since 1968, and the Essential Red is the wine that best captures their philosophy: exceptional quality at an honest price. Sourced from estate vineyards spanning Dunnigan Hills, Clarksburg, and Lodi, the 2023 vintage benefited from a long, temperate summer and extended hang time that allowed for slow, even ripening across all varieties. The blend — 44% Petite Sirah, 32% Teroldego, 15% Syrah, and 9% Zinfandel — is aged for twelve months in a combination of American and French oak, adding warmth and structure without sacrificing the wine's natural generosity. Certified by the California Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing, vegan-friendly, and gluten-free. At $9.78, this is one of California's most compelling everyday reds.

Deep, boldly colored ruby in the glass with an expressive nose of bramble berry, ripe plum, boysenberry, and black currant, layered with warm accents of vanilla, mocha, and a hint of tiramisu from the oak aging. On the palate: generous and full-bodied, with an enveloping mouthfeel and a long, composed finish marked by refined, chalky tannins that provide structure while keeping the wine approachable. Pair with barbecue ribs, seared duck breast, rich pasta with truffle oil and parmesan, or anything off the grill.

• Producer: Bogle Vineyards (est. 1968, Sacramento Valley)
• Wine: Essential Red · California
• Vintage: 2023
• Origin: Dunnigan Hills · Clarksburg · Lodi, California
• Blend: 44% Petite Sirah, 32% Teroldego, 15% Syrah, 9% Zinfandel
• Oak: 12 months · American & French oak
• Style: Full-bodied, approachable California red blend
• Certifications: Sustainable · Vegan-Friendly · Gluten-Free
• Drinking Window: Now–2027
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Bramble berry, ripe plum, boysenberry, black currant, vanilla, mocha, tiramisu, chalky tannins, long finish
• Pair With: BBQ ribs · Seared duck breast · Truffle pasta · Grilled meats

Sustainable farming, Sacramento Valley soul — California's best-kept everyday red.

Producer Description 

A blend of five of our favorite Russian River Valley vineyard sites, this Chardonnay captures the fantastic character of the 2021 vintage. Fusing fresh lemon and white floral aromas with a throughline of minerality, this versatile Chardonnay is simultaneously easygoing and complex.  

Peak Drinking Window: 2023 – 2029. 

98 Points, James Suckling
94 Points, Jeb Dunnuck 
90 Points, Wine Spectator

Expert Review

James Suckling 98 Points | Extremely focused and energetic nose of sliced limes and Meyer lemons with lemongrass. Some stone and hints of flint. Full-bodied with superb density and structure and phenolics that you can feel. It goes on for minutes. Slightly chewy at the end. From Wente clones planted in 1974. (v.2021). 

Les Allées de Cantemerle — Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux 2020

Château Cantemerle is one of Bordeaux's most storied estates — a Fifth Growth of the 1855 Classification, nestled in the southern Haut-Médoc appellation amid one of the most beautiful park settings in all of Bordeaux. Les Allées de Cantemerle is the estate's second wine, crafted primarily from the château's younger vines with a high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon. Aged partly in tank and partly in barrel to avoid over-oaking, it captures the generous, fruit-forward character of Cantemerle in a more approachable, earlier-drinking style — a wine that invites sharing and friendliness even in its youth. The 2019 vintage is one of Bordeaux's finest of the decade: a warm, dry year that produced wines of exceptional ripeness, concentration, and balance.

The nose is wonderfully aromatic and expressive — the aromas really just jump out of the glass. Juicy red fruits dominate: strawberries, raspberries, and red cherries, quite bright and a refreshing change from the darker fruit profile of many Haut-Médoc wines. On the palate, it is lively and fun, light-bodied with hints of spice underneath the fruit giving structure and backbone. The finish is spicy and persistent, with the fruit-forwardness and easy-drinking style that makes this wine hard not to like.

• Producer: Château Cantemerle, Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux, France
• Vintage: 2020
• Appellation: Haut-Médoc AOC
• Classification: 2nd Wine of Château Cantemerle (1855 Fifth Growth)
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend
• Vinification: Aged partly in tank, partly in barrel
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Strawberry, raspberry, red cherry, spice, lively acidity, persistent finish
• Drink: Now through 2028
• Best Paired With: Roast lamb, duck confit, grilled beef, charcuterie, aged cheeses

The approachable face of a Bordeaux Fifth Growth — Les Allées de Cantemerle 2019 is lively, generous, and built for the table right now.

Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2023 — Napa Valley, California

Frank Family Vineyards is one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated estates, with roots tracing back to the historic Larkmead Winery site in Calistoga. Founded by Rich Frank in 1992, the winery has built its reputation on benchmark Napa Cabernet Sauvignon — wines that combine the valley’s signature power and richness with genuine elegance and age-worthiness. The 2023 vintage was a cool, precise year in Napa, producing wines of exceptional freshness and structure.

The 2023 opens with pronounced aromas of blackberry, cassis, and vanilla. On the palate, flavors of black plum, nutmeg, dark chocolate, and a touch of espresso build into a complex, full-bodied structure, anchored by a core of elegant acidity and fine tannins that carry from start to a long, savory finish. James Suckling awarded it 94 points, calling it “a refined and complete example of Napa Cabernet Sauvignon showing all the poise and freshness of the cool vintage.”

James Suckling 94 — “Taut and austere, with a good core of fruit, fine tannins, a textured mouthfeel and balanced acidity, leading to a savory, mouthwatering finish.”

• Producer: Frank Family Vineyards, Calistoga, Napa Valley
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Napa Valley AVA
• Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Format: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Blackberry, cassis, vanilla, black plum, nutmeg, dark chocolate, espresso, elegant acidity
• Best Paired With: Grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, roasted lamb, wild mushroom risotto, aged cheddar, Manchego

A benchmark Napa Cabernet at a price that still makes sense — Frank Family delivers every time.

Fresh, delicate and effortlessly inviting, Marqués de Riscal Rosado brings an elegant expression of Rioja to the glass. The winery has crafted rosé since the 1960s, drawing on young vineyards to create a style that emphasizes bright fruit, freshness and a smooth texture.

Made from Tempranillo and Viura using the pressing method, this pale-pink rosé offers fragrant red-berry aromas accented by white blossoms. Its soft, rounded palate balances natural fruitiness with a refreshing character, leading to a clean, lingering finish.

A versatile choice for relaxed entertaining, seafood dinners or an aperitif, this is a rosé to enjoy for its youthful charm and lively fruit.

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast — 89 Points
An appealing, harmonious rosé with melon and red-apple aromas, delicate floral notes and a stony undertone. Citrus freshness brings definition and lift, making it particularly enjoyable while young.
Review summary — John Sumners, September 2026.

Food Pairing: Grilled fish, shrimp, shellfish, light pasta and rice dishes.

Region: Rioja DOCa, Spain
Grapes: Tempranillo and Viura
Style: Fresh, fruit-forward rosé
Bottle Size: 750ml
Serving Temperature: 46–50°F (8–10°C)

A treasure in the portfolio, La Perle is produced only in exceptional years, according to practices that have remained faithful to the Champagne tradition. Composed of a majority of Chardonnay, this wine captures the essence of the Champagne terroir, in the purest respect of the style of the House.

Expert Reviews

95 Wine Advocate: Disgorged in July 2021 with six grams per liter dosage, Ayala's 2013 Brut La Perle is showing brilliantly, offering up aromas of crisp white peach and other stone fruits mingled with hints of shortbread, beeswax and flowers. Medium to full-bodied, suave and seamless, it's elegantly vinous, with a textural attack that segues into an ample, vibrant mid-palate that's animated but not dominated by the vintage's tangy acids. This Chardonnay-dominant cuvée is a terrific success this year.

94 James Suckling: The softness and length to this is very precise, with a creamy texture. Bread dough, apple tart tatin and salted butter. Yet always subtle. Very long and alluring. 80% chardonnay Chouilly, Mesnil and Cramant. 20% pinot noir from Ay. 8 years on lees. 6 g/l dosage. Drink or hold.

Tasting Notes

Canaan White is an easy-drinking, semi-dry white wine with rich floral and fruity tones and well-balanced acidity. Approachable and refreshing, it's crafted for immediate enjoyment — a crowd-pleasing Kosher white that works beautifully at any table.

About the Wine

Part of Dalton Winery's approachable Canaan series, this semi-dry white blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling was designed with the Israeli climate and Mediterranean cuisine in mind. Vegan-friendly and food-versatile, it's a go-to for Shabbat, holidays, and everyday occasions alike.

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with grilled fish, light pasta, salads, and soft cheeses. Serve well chilled.

Product Details

• Appellation: Galilee, Israel
• Varietals: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling
• Style: Semi-Dry
• Vintage: 2024
• Format: 750ml
• Certification: Kosher
• Dietary: Vegan-Friendly
• Producer: Dalton Winery

GAJA · Dagromis Barolo · 2022 · Piedmont, Italy

GAJA Dagromis 2022 brings together two Barolo origins, La Morra and Serralunga, in a wine made entirely from Nebbiolo. The name recalls Gromis, the previous owner of the land, connecting this bottling to the history of its vineyards.

Ripe fruit, plum, rose and violet mingle with balsamic notes and sweet licorice. Earth, warm spice, sandalwood and juniper add savory depth. A rich, concentrated palate combines bright acidity with polished tannins, leading into a persistent finish with violet and blood-orange accents.

Wine Description

Dagromis 2022: The 2022 Gaja Barolo Dagromis is an expression of two great terroirs of Barolo, La Morra and Serralunga. "Gromis" refers to the previous owner of the land. The wine opens with balsamic aromas, where the fruit prevails and fills the nose with its vibrant presence. One can perceive wild, ripe, and freshly picked fruit, with notes of plum blending into a bouquet of red and balsamic flowers, including rose, violet, and sweet licorice. The tannins are soft and juicy, providing a sensation of roundness and length on the palate. The structure is remarkable, rich, and full, and the wine has a good balance. It concludes with an elegant aftertaste of violet and a long, persistent finish.

The nose shows deep wet earth, warm spice, sandalwood, juniper, red fruit, and subtle savory, sanguine notes. Powerful and concentrated on the palate, it is balanced by bright savory acidity and dense yet polished tannins, finishing fresh with a hint of blood orange.

Blend: 100% Nebbiolo

Food Pairings & Serving

Suggested pairings include braised beef, roast lamb, mushroom risotto or aged hard cheeses. Serve slightly below room temperature and give the wine time in the glass to explore its floral and savory layers.

Wine Details

• Producer: GAJA
• Wine: Dagromis
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Barolo
• Vineyard origins: La Morra and Serralunga
• Region: Piedmont, Italy
• Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
• Style: Red wine
• Bottle size: 750ml

Floral Nebbiolo, savory depth and polished structure from two Barolo origins.

ROCCAFIORE FIORFIORE GRECHETTO DI TODI 2023 | 750ML

🇮🇹 Italy — Grechetto di Todi | Todi, Umbria

Straw yellow with golden reflections. The nose is generous and expressive — pineapple, golden apple, yellow flowers, and delicate hints of white spice. On the palate it is enveloping, fresh, and sapid, with good minerality and a sleek texture that speaks to both the single-vineyard terroir and the 12 months of amphora aging. A wine of great elegance and complexity, with a drinking window that extends 3–4 years from harvest.

Fiorfiore is produced from a single vineyard of Grechetto di Todi (clone G5) planted in 1990, trained Guyot on whitish clay soils rich in marl, limestone, and chalk. Fermentation is spontaneous with indigenous yeasts; the wine is then aged 12 months in amphora and large Slavonian oak casks on fine lees, with no malolactic fermentation, followed by a minimum of 6 months in bottle before release.

Cantina Roccafiore was established by the Baccarelli family in 1999 on 15 hectares of rolling hills near Todi — the green heart of Umbria. Sustainability is foundational: the estate runs on renewable energy, uses organic farming practices, and employs indigenous yeast fermentations exclusively. “Today, in addition to the essential quality of the grapes, creating excellent wines requires vision, innovation and nerve.”

Grape: 100% Grechetto di Todi (Clone G5)
Region: Todi, Umbria, Italy
Vintage: 2023
Aging: 12 months in amphora & Slavonian oak
Format: 750ml
Viticulture: Organic, sustainable

Kolfok · Mittelburgenland, Austria · 2022

Stefan Wellanschitz of Kolfok wanted to make an orange wine that broke the mold — one with the structure and texture of skin contact, but none of the heavy tannins or oxidative roughness that can make the style feel difficult. His answer was intracellular fermentation: whole, uncrushed grapes rested in a closed vessel, where native yeasts slowly began working inside the berries themselves, drawing color and character from the skins with extraordinary gentleness before the fruit was pressed off into massive 1,100 and 1,500-liter used oak barrels to finish.

The result is Intra! — pale amber in the glass, bone dry, smooth, and mineral. The nose lifts with apple, grapefruit, melon, white flowers, and a subtle yeast breadth. The palate is simultaneously tropical and structured, with a fistful-of-blossoms quality that lingers long after the sip. A blend of Grüner Veltliner, Welschriesling, and Chardonnay from organically farmed Burgenland fruit. Vegan. No added sulfites.

“An innovative skin-contact wine that showcases the distinctive character of the grapes and the winery’s commitment to experimentation and creativity. Elegant, not just tannic and out-there.” — Kolfok Winery

• Producer: Kolfok
• Winemaker: Stefan Wellanschitz
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Mittelburgenland, Burgenland, Austria
• Varietal: Grüner Veltliner, Welschriesling, Chardonnay
• Style: Orange Wine (Intracellular / Skin Contact)
• Farming: Organic | Vegan | No Added Sulfites
• Vinification: Intracellular fermentation in closed vessel; pressed to large used oak barrels
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Apple, grapefruit, melon, white flowers, yeast, mineral
• Food Pairings: Charcuterie, aged cheeses, roasted vegetables, grilled fish, Thai cuisine

Proof that orange wine can be both wild and elegant — this is Burgenland at its most inventive.

Winemaker Description

A medium-bodied Pinot Noir with remarkable floral, cherry and raspberry aromas. In the mouth, bright fruit flavors with a wonderful texture and extraordinary acidity. Smooth and balanced with a long, silky and velvety finish.

Expert Review

92 Points Wine Spectator | A medium-bodied red with aromas of wild raspberries, porcini, dried herbs and smoked meat. Powdery, fine tannins with a chalky feel. Concentrated and taut with a savory, mineral finish. Drink or hold. (2019)

CHÂTEAU LA GARDE PESSAC-LÉOGNAN 2015 | 750ML

🇫🇷 France — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot | Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux

With more than a decade of bottle age, Château La Garde 2015 is entering a beautiful window of maturity. The bouquet opens with violet, blackberry, black currant, and dark cherry, accompanied by crushed stone, cedar, tobacco, graphite, and subtle spice — the classic mineral signature of Pessac-Léognan. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, linear, and precise, with concentrated dark fruit, fresh acidity, and finely integrated tannins. Secondary notes of tobacco, earth, and cedar are becoming increasingly expressive. Decant for 45–90 minutes and serve at 60–65°F.

The estate occupies one of the finest gravel outcrops in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Dourthe acquired Château La Garde in 1990, recognizing the exceptional potential of its terroir, and has invested significantly in both vineyard and cellar to produce wines of precision, balance, and refined structure. The 2015 blend is 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, and 3% Petit Verdot.

93 Points — James Suckling
“Violet, dark-berry and stone aromas follow through to a medium to full body. Linear and very fine. Tight and fresh. Precise and beautiful. A serious young red.” (Vintage 2015). 

91 Points — Wine Enthusiast
Firm tannins, fresh acidity, and layered blackberry and black-currant fruit. (Vintage 2015). 

Pairs well with: Grilled or roasted beef, rack of lamb, duck breast, braised short ribs, wild mushrooms, aged cheeses.

Grapes: 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot
Region: Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2015
Format: 750ml
Scores: 93 pts James Suckling | 91 pts Wine Enthusiast

Domaine du Vieux Lazaret · Châteauneuf-du-Pape Rouge · Southern Rhône · France · 2023

Domaine du Vieux Lazaret has been rooted in the terroir of Châteauneuf-du-Pape since the 18th century — one of the appellation’s most enduring estates, blending traditional methods with a modern sensibility to produce wines of genuine elegance and accessibility. The Rouge is a multi-varietal blend in the classic Châteauneuf tradition — Grenache-led, with Cinsault, Counoise, Syrah, Muscardin, Terret Noir, and Vaccarese — crafted for immediate pleasure while retaining the structure to age gracefully. The 2023 earned 92 points from Wine Spectator and 90 from James Suckling.

The 2023 pours deep ruby with a bouquet rich in aromatic fruit and earthy complexity. High-toned notes of cherry and anise are silky and fluid — a modern Châteauneuf with no rough edges. On the palate, ripe cherry, red berries, black plum, and sweet spices are supported by polished, plush tannins. Rooibos tea and sandalwood smoke add layers of complexity, while the full-bodied, elegantly layered finish showcases real sleekness and length. Serve at 16–18°C.

Expert Reviews

“High-toned notes of cherry and anise are silky and fluid in this modern Châteauneuf. There are no rough edges here. Polished tannins glide through, supporting rooibos tea and sandalwood smoke elements. A pretty, sleek style, with real elegance.”
— Wine Spectator · 92 Points

“A textured, generous and dense red with sweet cherries, red berries and sweet spices on the nose. Full-bodied with plush tannins. Rich core of berries and cherries with a similar finish.”
— James Suckling · 90 Points

• Producer: Domaine du Vieux Lazaret, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Southern Rhône, France
• Vintage: 2023
• Appellation: Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC
• Blend: Grenache, Cinsault, Counoise, Syrah, Muscardin, Terret Noir, Vaccarese
• Style: Dry red — modern, polished, full-bodied
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Cherry, anise, red berries, black plum, sweet spice, rooibos tea, sandalwood smoke, polished tannins
• Serve: 16–18°C · Drink now through 2030+
• Pairings: Grilled lamb, roasted meats, wild game, meat dishes in sauce, aged Gruyère or Comté, hearty stews

WS:92 · JS:90 · Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC — 18th-century estate, modern elegance. Silky, polished, and built for the table.