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Rapaura Springs · Marlborough · New Zealand · 2025

Rapaura is the beating heart of Marlborough — a sub-region of the Wairau Valley where the stony, free-draining soils and long hours of sunshine produce Sauvignon Blanc of exceptional intensity and character. Rapaura Springs takes its name from this storied terroir, and the wine delivers on every promise the address makes: pure, vibrant, and unmistakably Marlborough.

The nose is an exuberant rush of passionfruit, lime, lemongrass, and tropical fruit, with a signature herbaceous lift of jalapeño and fresh basil. On the palate, juicy fruit flavors are balanced by a lovely textural element that pads out the zippy acidity, leading to a long, mouth-watering finish with notes of ruby grapefruit, guava, and crunchy sea salt.

92 Points – Wine Enthusiast | “With all the feistiness you’ve come to know and love from Marlborough Savvy B, this explodes with aromas of passion fruit, lime, lemongrass, jalapeño and bell pepper. There’s a lovely textural element on the palate that nicely pads out the zippy acidity, taking this up a notch in quality — just as a good reserve-level wine should. Best Buy.” (Vintage 2025). 

92 Points – Wine Spectator | “Bursting with notes of ruby grapefruit, guava and pear, accented by tangerine, lemon blossoms, crunchy sea salt, fresh basil and lemon oregano. Offers appealing plumpness, ending with a long, expressive finish.” (Vintage 2025). 

• Producer: Rapaura Springs
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Marlborough, New Zealand
• Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Passionfruit, lime, lemongrass, jalapeño, ruby grapefruit, guava, sea salt, fresh basil
• Pairings: Grilled fish, shellfish, goat cheese, Thai cuisine, light salads, aperitif

Dual 92-point scores and a Best Buy designation — Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at its most expressive and rewarding.

Domaine Raspail-Ay Gigondas 2023 — Half Bottle (375ml)

Domaine Raspail-Ay is one of the most respected and beloved estates in Gigondas — a benchmark producer in an appellation that is itself one of the Southern Rhône’s finest. The estate has long been a favorite of serious wine lovers for its commitment to traditional winemaking, organic and biodynamic viticulture, and wines of exceptional depth, structure, and longevity. The Wine Advocate calls it “one of my favorite Gigondas estates,” and the 2023 is among the finest vintages in recent memory.

The 2023 Gigondas is a blend of 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, and 10% Mourvèdre, completely destemmed and raised in old foudres to preserve purity and terroir expression. Medium to full-bodied, with a ripe, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and outstanding length — a classic, well-made Gigondas that will shine right out of the gate yet still have 15+ years of overall longevity. Now available in a 375ml half-bottle.

Full-bodied and fruity, with aromas of raspberries, black cherries, black pepper, licorice, and herbes de Provence. The palate is warm and generous, with ripe tannins, Provençal spice, meaty and peppery nuances, and classic garrigue notes. The wine fills the mouth with layered, complex flavors and a long, structured finish.

Wine Advocate — 94 points

“One of my favorite Gigondas estates, Raspail-Ay has made brilliant wines in both 2023 and 2022. Subtle darker berries, Provençal spice, meaty and peppery nuances, and classic garrigue notes… medium to full-bodied, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. A classic, well-made Gigondas that’s going to shine right out of the gate yet still have 15+ years of overall longevity.” (Vintage 2023). 

Food Pairings

Lamb chops, roasted duck, wild boar, Provençal stews, aged cheeses, and grilled meats with herbs.

Blend: 70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvèdre
Appellation: Gigondas AOC, Southern Rhône, France
Vintage: 2023
Farming: Organic & Biodynamic
Aging: Old foudres
Format: 375ml (Half Bottle)
Score: 94 points Wine Advocate

Winemaker Notes:  The 2020 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has captivating notes of cedar and concentrated red fruit character that dance gracefully on the palate. With its ruby hue and smooth, polished tannins, this wine offers a harmonious blend of depth and nuance. Balanced acidity adds a refined touch to the long finish, with vibrant layers of fresh raspberry, cherry and cola. This wine will continue to improve through 2042 given proper cellaring conditions.

Blend: 95.2% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2.1% Merlot, 1.4% Cabernet Franc, 0.7% Petit Verdot, 0.6% Malbec

Expert Ratings

94 Decanter: Silver Oak's 2020 releases of Napa and Alexander Valley Cabernets are downright impressive. Tasted four years after the fires, in September of 2024 at the Alexander Valley winery, neither wine showed any sign of the hardened tannic structure or overwrought fruit often associated with the vintage. Instead, these wines remain true to Silver Oak’s signature style, with blackcurrant, fig, and plum fruits layered with white pepper, sweet cedar, and coriander spice. Medium-bodied, with sculpted tannins that persist through the lengthy finish, the Alexander Valley Cabernet in particular retains all the hallmarks of a balanced, inviting, and vibrant Silver Oak red.

94 James Suckling: Truly gorgeous, fruity, velvety and enjoyable for a full-bodied cabernet. It is rich in blueberries, cherry cream, black cherries and raspberries on the palate, with very smooth, layered tannins and a soothing mouthfeel.

Expert Review - Vintage 2019

Lisa Perrotti-Brown of the Wine Advocate writes 92-94+ Points | Opaque purple-black colored, the 2019 Larrivet Haut-Brion charges out of the gate with wonderfully fragrant scents of black raspberries, Morello cherries and wild blueberries with suggestions of blackcurrant pastilles, candied violets, chocolate mint and forest floor. The medium to full-bodied palate is jam-packed with red and black fruit layers, framed by firm, exquisitely ripe, velvety tannins and bold freshness, finishing long and fragrant. Just stunning!.

Winemaker Description 

The 2019 vintage was marked by a dry, mild winter. April showers were followed by cool, rainy May and June. The year was also notable for its exceptionally hot summer, with irregular rainfall. A dry, warm September helped to balance out the slow veraison. Harvesting took place from September 19 to October 12. 

The 2019 vintage is a blend of three grape varieties, composed of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and 15% Cabernet Franc. This vintage is notable for its brilliant garnet color. The typical nose of this wine is the expression of the Cabernet Sauvignon of our terroir, powerful and deep, releasing notes of black fruit stewed with spices and zan sticks. On the palate, the wine is opulent, sustained by an explosion of black fruits such as blackcurrant and morello cherry. The powerful tannic structure accompanies the gourmand sensation throughout the entire length. 2019 is one of the great Bordeaux vintages of 2018, 2019 and 2020. 

Domaine de Beaurenard · Rasteau · Grenache, Syrah & Mourvèdre · Rhône Valley · 2022

For eight generations, the Coulon family has farmed the southern Rhône with a reverence for the land that few estates can match. Domaine de Beaurenard has been certified organic and biodynamic since 2011 — across more than 80 acres in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, 60 acres in Rasteau, and 25 acres in Côtes du Rhône. Their Rasteau is a benchmark expression of this rising appellation: 100% estate-grown Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre, co-harvested and co-fermented from south-facing slopes and terraces of stony limestone-clay soils, yielding just 25–38 hl/ha. 2022 was a warm, dry year with late-season rains that restored balance — the result is a wine of beautiful fruity, bright character with real depth and persistence. JS:92 · JD:91 · WS:90. At $37.99, this is biodynamic Rhône at a price that makes it one of the cellar’s great values.

The 2022 opens with intense aromas of black fruit, blueberries, red berries, dried herbs, rosemary, and grilled meat. On the palate: full-bodied and generous, with a beautiful center-palate of ripe berries, chalky mineral, iron, and cooling river stone. Fine, firm tannins and a lively, persistent finish with herbs, peppercorns, and a smoky incense note. Drink now through 2034.

“Juicy, well-shaped and vivid… full-bodied with fine, firm tannins. In control, with a delicious center-palate of generous berries and a lively finish with herbs and peppercorns.” — James Suckling, 92 Points. (Vintage 2022).

“Beautifully polished, fine tannins and great balance. Drink over the next 10–12 years.” — Jeb Dunnuck, 91 Points. (Vintage 2022). 

“Both firm and vibrant… chalky mineral, iron and cooling river stone notes adding contrast.” — Wine Spectator, 90 Points. (Vintage 2022). 

• Producer: Domaine de Beaurenard (Coulon family, 8 generations)
• Vintage: 2022
• Appellation: Rasteau AOC, Rhône Valley, France
• Blend: Grenache, Syrah & Mourvèdre (co-harvested & co-fermented)
• Soils: Stony limestone-clay · South-facing slopes & terraces · 25–38 hl/ha
• Vinification: Hand-picked & sorted · 18–26 day vatting · 12 months in vats & oak foudres
• Certifications: Certified Organic · Certified Biodynamic (since 2011)
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Black fruit, blueberry, red berry, dried herbs, rosemary, chalky mineral, iron, river stone, peppercorn, smoky finish
• Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2034
• Food Pairings: Lamb, beef stew, duck, wild boar, aged hard cheeses

JS:92 · JD:91 · WS:90 — eight generations of biodynamic farming, Rasteau at its most compelling.

Onna Blanc By Ramon Canals Xarel.lo Ecologic Penedes 2025 · Penedes, Spain

Producer Description

Onna Xarel.lo is a white wine produced with the grape variety Xarel.lo from 100% organic certificate old vines grown in Penedés region. The juice was cold macerated with the skins to obtain the distinctive qualities of this indigenous grape variety. Onna presents a pale yellow color with white and tropical fruit aroma, full-bodied, pleasant and dry. It is an organic and vegan certificate wine.

Awards

GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2025
GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2024
GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2023
GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2022
GOLD MEDAL – CATAVINUM WORLD WINES & SPIRITS AWARDS 2022
GOLD MEDAL – CATAVINUM WORLD WINES & SPIRITS AWARDS 2021
GOLD MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2021
GOLD MEDAL – GILBERT & GAILLARD 2019
SILVER MEDAL – INTERNATIONAL WINE AWARDS 2018

Details

• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Region: Penedes, Spain
• Grape: Xarel.lo
• Type: White
• Farming: Organic
• Vegan

Vera Wang brought her eye for elegance and her instinct for celebration to the world of wine with Party — a Kosher Mevushal Prosecco Rosé made to be as effortlessly stylish as the table it graces. Sourced from the province of Vicenza in the Veneto, the heartland of Italian sparkling wine, this is a 90% Glera and 10% Pinot Noir blend harvested by hand and crafted with genuine care: grapes are gently crushed and soft-pressed before primary fermentation, followed by a slow secondary fermentation at low temperature lasting over two months, and three months of maturation on yeast lees before bottling. The result has real texture and precision for its category.

Pale salmon-pink in the glass with fine, persistent bubbles. The nose is fresh and inviting — white peach, strawberry, apple blossom, and a delicate hint of brioche from the lees aging. On the palate it is light, refreshing, and effervescent, with bright stone fruit flavors, a gentle acidity, and a clean, crisp finish. Serve well chilled as an aperitivo, with light appetizers, or simply as the toast itself. Kosher Mevushal. Suitable for Passover.

• Producer: Vera Wang Party
• Appellation: Vicenza DOC, Veneto, Italy
• Blend: 90% Glera, 10% Pinot Noir
• Style: Prosecco Rosé Spumante
• Certification: Kosher Mevushal | Suitable for Passover
• Vinification: Hand harvested, soft pressed, secondary fermentation 2+ months, 3 months lees aging
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: White peach, strawberry, apple blossom, brioche, bright acidity, crisp finish
• Food Pairings: Smoked salmon, vegetable tartlets, soft cheeses, sushi, fresh fruit

Kosher elegance in every bubble — Vera Wang Party Prosecco Rosé is made for the moments worth celebrating.

Tasting Notes

1848 Winery's 2nd Generation Chardonnay is an unoaked expression that lets the fruit speak for itself. Expect a fresh, clean palate with notes of green apple, citrus, and white peach, balanced by lively acidity and a crisp, refreshing finish — a versatile Kosher white that pairs effortlessly with any table.

About the Wine

Crafted by 1848 Winery, one of Israel's storied producers, the 2nd Generation series honors the tradition of Kosher winemaking while embracing a modern, approachable style. Unoaked and food-friendly, this Chardonnay is a go-to for everyday enjoyment and festive occasions alike, including Passover.

Food Pairing

Pairs beautifully with grilled fish, light poultry, salads, and soft cheeses. An excellent choice for Shabbat and holiday tables.

Product Details

• Appellation: Israel
• Varietal: Chardonnay (Unoaked)
• Vintage: 2023
• Format: 750ml
• Certification: Kosher, Kosher for Passover
• Producer: 1848 Winery

Koha Sauvignon Blanc 2025 brings Marlborough’s refreshing character to the table, with layered aromas of clementine, mango, lemon and passionfruit accented by fresh herbs.

The palate combines citrus, melon, gooseberry and passionfruit with delicate notes of nettle, blackcurrant leaf and wild fennel. A crisp, clean finish reveals lingering spice and a touch of chalky minerality.

Made for sharing in the spirit of New Zealand hospitality, this is a welcoming bottle to open over a seafood dinner or bring to a friend’s table.

Serving & Pairing

Serve chilled with fresh fish, clams, crab, squid or goat’s cheese. For a relaxed pairing, try fish and chips.

• Grape: Sauvignon Blanc
• Region: Marlborough, New Zealand
• Vintage: 2025
• Bottle size: 750ml

Wine Spectator — 90 Points

“There’s depth and richness to the flavors of guava, pineapple and dried mango, with notes of Key lime, tangerine and lemon oregano. Lemon verbena and green tea emerge on the juicy finish. Drink now. 25,000 cases made, 16,000 cases imported.”

Producer Notes

Pazo de La Cuesta is a boutique estate in Ribeira Sacra, one of Spain’s most dramatic and exciting wine regions — where steep, terraced vineyards plunge toward the Sil River in Galicia. The Batanero is made from Brancellao, a rare indigenous red grape variety that thrives in the region’s granite soils and cool Atlantic climate. Elegant red with purple nuances and a medium-high depth. Deep nose of cherry, blackcurrant, stone fruits, compotes, and sweet toasted wood. Very direct attack on the palate where freshness and the passage of time prevail. Aromatic nuances emerge at retronasal, calling for another sip to recall them.

Food Pairings

• Roasted lamb or slow-braised pork
• Pulpo a la gallega (Galician octopus)
• Aged Tetilla or Arzúa-Ulloa cheese
• Mushroom dishes or charcuterie

A to Z Wineworks · Oregon · 2023

Pinot Gris | Oregon, United States | 750ml

Founded in 2002 by four friends from the Oregon wine community, A to Z Wineworks brings an inviting, everyday approach to the state's cool-climate wines. Sourcing fruit from across Oregon, the winery emphasizes balance, rounded flavors, and wines made for sharing, from weeknight dinners to spontaneous get-togethers.

The 2023 Pinot Gris is fragrant and generous, opening with honeydew melon, tangerine, golden apple, and ripe pear. Lemon-curd and tropical-fruit flavors meet a smooth, rounded texture, while zesty acidity and floral notes keep the palate lively. It's an easygoing choice with enough texture and freshness to carry a meal.

Winemaker Description · Vintage 2023

A delightfully fragrant favorite, the 2023 A to Z Wineworks Pinot Gris greets with fruity aromas of honeydew melon, cantaloupe, tangerine, golden apple, ripe pear, and beeswax. On first sip, primary fruit notes of lemon-curd, pineapple heart, fresh-cut pears, quince and star fruit dance across the tongue with hints of spearmint, celery stalk and apple sauce.

The texture is smooth, round, and approachable, with mid-palate weight characterized by flavors of grapefruit, honey, chamomile and lemon zest. Supported by both exotic and familiar floral notes, the zesty acidity and gentle fruit sweetness make this an extremely versatile wine. Juicy and generous, this wine will pair beautifully with everything from vegetable tempura to Dungeness crab to dill-flavored potato chips.

Pairing & Serving

Serve chilled with vegetable tempura, Dungeness crab, or dill-flavored potato chips. Its generous fruit and bright acidity also make it a welcoming bottle for relaxed gatherings.

Wine Details

• Producer: A to Z Wineworks
• Vintage: 2023
• Grape: Pinot Gris
• Region: Oregon
• Country: United States
• Type: White wine
• Closure: Screw top
• Size: 750ml

Expert Reviews

94 Points Wine Specator | A classy rosé that glides across the palate, with flavors of raspberry coulis, yellow peach, chamomile and blanched almond that expand on the creamy mousse and linger on the lightly spiced finish, powered by mouthwatering acidity. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Drink now through 2026.

90 Points Robert Parker |  The latest rendition of Ruinart's NV Brut Rosé is a pretty, vibrant wine that offers up inviting aromas of tangerine, blood orange, plum and freshly baked bread. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and precise, with tangy acids and a pretty mousse, it's ca harming, comparatively vinous wine that is already showing well.

92 Points James Suckling | The appeal of this excellent rosé Champagne begins with the nose of red berries, ripe nectarine, coriander and red roses. Striking balance of delicate tannins, animating freshness and just a touch of creaminess. Long, very clean and dry finish. The cuvée is 55% pinot noir from Aÿ (some fermented as red wine) and 45% chardonnay. Drink now.

Louis Latour | Bourgogne Pinot Noir AOC | Burgundy, France | 2023 | 375ml Half Bottle

Maison Louis Latour is one of Burgundy's most storied and respected négociants, family-owned and independent since 1797. With the largest holding of Grand Cru vineyards in the Côte d'Or and a winemaking heritage stretching back to the 17th century, Louis Latour has built a global reputation for producing wines that faithfully express the character of Burgundy's diverse terroir — from the grandest Grands Crus to the most approachable regional appellations.

Bourgogne Pinot Noir is Burgundy's regional appellation, drawing fruit from vineyards across the entire region. Pinot Noir is the native red grape of Burgundy — one of the world's most celebrated and terroir-sensitive varieties — and Louis Latour's Bourgogne expression offers a genuine introduction to the elegance and finesse that defines great red Burgundy.

Vinified traditionally in open vats and aged 10 to 12 months in stainless steel to preserve freshness and fruit purity. The 2023 shows a deep, bright ruby hue. The nose is elegant — red fruits, blackcurrant bud, and licorice, lifted by a hint of spice. On the palate, round and well-balanced with freshness and a supple texture, expressing notes of cherry, blackcurrant, and licorice that linger through a harmonious finish. A classic, food-friendly Burgundy red in a convenient 375ml half bottle.

Pair with grilled meats, roast duck, charcuterie, mushroom dishes, and mature cheeses.

• Producer: Maison Louis Latour
• Appellation: Bourgogne Pinot Noir AOC, Burgundy, France
• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2023
• Vinification: Traditional open vat fermentation; 10–12 months in stainless steel
• Format: 375ml Half Bottle

Winemaker Description

Our Sauvignon Blanc has brilliant clarity and offers subtle aromas of lemon, kiwi and herbaceous notes. This medium-bodied wine is filled with grapefruit and citrus flavors and ends with a crisp, refreshing finish.

Winemaker Description

This wine is generous and complex with aromas of cherry cola, cassis and chocolate. Some savory notes and hints of citrus zest and mint. This wine is intensely aromatic and develops in the glass as layers are revealed. This full-bodied wine is powerful yet exhibits grace and finesse. A rich and dense mid-palate evolves into a muscular and graceful finish.

Expert Review - Vintage 2021 

Tasting Panel 100 Points | Awe-inspiring, with dramatically structured tannins, this wine possesses an opulence matched by its seductive texture of soft suede as well as its grip. Blueberry and pomegranate are intense and showy on the finish.

Vinous 95+ Points | The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Tomahawk Vineyard emerges from the youngest block on the vineyard, planted nearly twenty years ago. Readers will find a pure, voluptuous wine that is immediately engaging. Succulent dark cherry, plum, espresso, licorice, incense and new leather fill out the layers effortlessly. I imagine the Tomahawk will require only modest cellaring.

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points | The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Tomahawk Vineyard is slightly brighter and more perfumed than the Ganymede, offering a brilliant array of crème de cassis and black raspberries as well as spicy oak, graphite, and spring flower notes. It has classic Stags Leap vibrancy and complexity, is medium to full-bodied, and has plenty of polished tannins as well as a great finish. It deserves 4-6 years in the cellar, and I suspect this will be very long-lived. It's a gorgeous wine that shows the style of the vintage to a T.

Decanter Magazine 94 Points | From a small group of vines at the southern edge of the Stags Leap District estate property called Tomahawk Vineyard. A very pretty and elegant wine with fantastic blackberry fruit nuanced by white pepper, sage, and iron-volcanic minerality. Medium to full-bodied with juicy mixed berry fruits, very fine tannins that have a granularity, which builds with intensity before getting wiped clean away by rather scintillating acidity that has a crisp, citrusy quality. Long, lean, and focused, with hints of bay laurel on the finish. A really lovely effort.

James Suckling 94 Points | Notes of ripe blackcurrants, blackberries, pinewood, grilled herbs and spices. Full-bodied, dense and structured with very fine, velvety tannins.

Wine Spectator 93 Points | Juicy, solid and focused in feel, with a core of black currant and blackberry preserves backed by licorice and singed apple wood notes, plus a hint of sweet tobacco through the finish. Drink now through 2040. 1,289 cases made.

Frontera · Central Valley, Chile · NV

Frontera is one of Chile's best-known everyday wine brands, crafted by Concha y Toro — South America's largest and most celebrated wine producer. Sourced from Chile's sun-drenched Central Valley, Frontera Pinot Noir is designed for effortless enjoyment: light, fruit-driven, and approachable at any occasion. The 1.5L Magnum format makes it the perfect companion for gatherings, parties, or simply stocking the fridge with something reliable and delicious.

Light-bodied and smooth, this Pinot Noir opens with aromas of deep dark-red fruits — cherries, plums, and berries — with a soft, rich palate that finishes clean and easy. No fuss, no pretension — just a crowd-pleasing red that fits in anywhere, from a casual backyard cookout to a relaxed evening on the couch.

• Producer: Frontera by Concha y Toro
• Region: Central Valley, Chile
• Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
• Format: 1.5L Magnum
• Closure: Screw Cap
• Tasting Notes: Dark-red fruits, cherries, plums, soft tannins, clean finish
• Food Pairings: Pizza, grilled chicken, charcuterie, casual party fare

Chile's go-to everyday Pinot Noir in a generous Magnum format — drink now.

Winemaker Description

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

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

Pairing Suggestions

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

Frontera Buttery Chardonnay — Central Valley, Chile

Frontera is the flagship value label of Concha y Toro — Chile's largest and most recognized wine producer — crafted to deliver consistent, approachable quality at an everyday price. The Buttery Chardonnay is exactly what it promises: a crowd-pleasing, fruit-forward white with the soft, rounded character that Chardonnay lovers seek. Sourced from Chile's sun-drenched Central Valley, where warm days and cool nights produce ripe, expressive fruit, this is a wine built for easy enjoyment without ceremony.

The wine pours a light yellow with golden highlights. The nose is expressive and inviting — ripe pineapple, citrus, and a generous note of vanilla that signals the wine's soft, buttery style. On the palate, it's smooth and well-balanced with attractive acidity and a long, approachable finish. Serve lightly chilled and enjoy on its own or with food — this is a wine that works for everyone at the table.

"An expressive wine with attractive aromas of pineapple, citrus, and vanilla — balanced with an attractive acidity and a long, memorable finish." — Frontera Winemaker

• Producer: Frontera (Concha y Toro), Central Valley, Chile
• Appellation: Central Valley, Chile
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Style: Buttery, fruit-forward, unoaked
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Pineapple, citrus, vanilla, smooth and balanced, long finish
• Best Paired With: Grilled chicken, light pasta with cream sauce, seafood, fresh cheeses, or enjoyed on its own

Chile's most approachable Chardonnay — buttery, fruit-forward, and priced for every night of the week.

Tenuta Rapitalà | Nadir | Syrah | Sicilia IGT | 2023 | Certified Organic

67Wine Buyer — Bart Hopkins: For centuries, Sicily has been a crossroad of cultures, languages and religions. With a multitude of cultural exchange, many things came from distant places — grape varieties included. The Syrah grape had its origins in Persia and Mesopotamia and migrated across Europe, finding its way to Sicily. The hot, sunny climate is a perfect home for this intrepid variety and is conducive to natural organic farming. Tenuta Rapitalà Nadir Syrah is rich and well-endowed, with layers of black fruits and earthy spice. Full-bodied and robustly structured, with savory complexity, a chewy texture and supple tannins providing good grip on the finish. A perfect wine for foods of substance.

Tenuta Rapitalà is one of Sicily's most respected estates, farming the volcanic soils of the island's interior with a commitment to organic viticulture and a focus on expressing the singular character of Sicilian terroir. The Nadir is the estate's Syrah — a variety that has found a natural home in Sicily's warm, sun-drenched climate, where it develops the ripe, generous fruit and spice-driven complexity that defines the wine's character. Certified organic farming across the estate reflects a long-term commitment to soil health and the integrity of the fruit.

The 2023 pours an intense ruby red with damask-violet tints. The nose is generous and expressive, with aromas of ripe dark fruit, blackberry, plum and the characteristic spice of the Syrah variety, accented by attractive hints of vanilla and a subtle earthy depth. The palate is full-bodied and richly textured — layers of black fruit and savory spice are supported by soft, elegant tannins and a long, balanced finish that reflects the depth and uniqueness of the Sicilian terroir.

Serve at 60–65°F. Pairs beautifully with pizza, pasta with rich meat sauces, grilled and roasted meats, lamb, hearty vegetable dishes and aged cheeses.

• Producer: Tenuta Rapitalà
• Cuvée: Nadir
• Appellation: Sicilia IGT
• Region: Sicily, Italy
• Grape Variety: Syrah (100%)
• Vintage: 2023
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Style: Dry red wine, full-bodied
• Bottle Size: 750ml

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The Wine Enthusiast 92 Points | The nose of this wine offers fresh black plums, violets and a hint of smoke. Silky tannins support a vibrant black-fruit midpalate, which gives way to a soft, earthy mushroom finish with a stony edge. Bright acidity makes this wine wonderfully accessible and a true pleasure to enjoy.

Val de Mer by Patrick Piuze Chablis 2025 is a beautifully focused expression of Chardonnay, bringing together fruit from three distinct parcels in the Chablis region: Des Couverts in the village of Chablis, Préhy near Courgis, and Lignorelles.

Fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel, the wine emphasizes freshness, purity and the naturally mineral character of Chablis. The absence of oak keeps the fruit bright and transparent, allowing the distinctive character of the region to remain firmly at the forefront.

Tasting Notes
Bright and refreshing, with lively citrus, green apple and fresh orchard-fruit character accented by subtle floral and stony notes. The palate is crisp and energetic, showing excellent balance between juicy fruit, vibrant acidity and classic Chablis minerality. A subtle saline quality carries through the clean, persistent finish.

Grape: 100% Chardonnay
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Subregion: Chablis
Appellation: Chablis
Vintage: 2025
Producer: Val de Mer by Patrick Piuze
Vineyard Sources: Des Couverts, Préhy and Lignorelles
Farming: Sustainable
Harvest: Hand harvested
Fermentation: Spontaneous fermentation
Vinification & Aging: Stainless steel
Bottle Size: 750ml

Vineyard Sources
The 2025 Val de Mer Chablis is assembled from three parcels situated in different parts of the Chablis appellation. Des Couverts is located in the village of Chablis, Préhy lies near Courgis, and the third parcel comes from Lignorelles. Bringing these sites together creates a broader expression of Chablis while maintaining the freshness, tension and mineral character associated with the appellation.

About Val de Mer
Val de Mer is Patrick Piuze's second winery, co-owned with Moutard-Diligent and based in Tonnerre near Chablis. Although separate from Patrick Piuze's namesake winery, Val de Mer follows a very similar winemaking philosophy. Grapes are harvested by hand, fermentations begin spontaneously with native yeasts, and the emphasis remains on transparent expressions of Chardonnay and Chablis terroir.

One important distinction is that Val de Mer works with different vineyard sources from Patrick Piuze's namesake wines. While Piuze frequently bottles village-level Chablis from individual terroirs, Val de Mer takes a more traditional approach by blending multiple parcels to create a broader expression of the appellation.

About Patrick Piuze
Patrick Piuze has become one of the most distinctive figures in modern Chablis, known for his meticulous attention to individual vineyard sites and a restrained approach in the cellar. His wines emphasize freshness, precision and terroir rather than overt winemaking influence.

Val de Mer extends this philosophy into a range of wines designed to deliver classic Chablis character with excellent accessibility and value. The village Chablis is fermented and aged in tank, preserving Chardonnay's natural freshness and highlighting the mineral personality of the region.

Food Pairing
An exceptionally versatile white wine for the table. Pair with oysters, clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, crab, sushi and sashimi, grilled or roasted white fish, roast chicken and fresh cheeses. Its bright acidity and mineral character also make it an excellent aperitif.

Why We Like It
This is classic, highly drinkable Chablis with Patrick Piuze's touch: fresh, precise and mineral, without unnecessary oak influence. Sourced from three different Chablis parcels and aged entirely in stainless steel, it offers an excellent introduction to the Val de Mer style and tremendous versatility at the table. 

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2020 

Wine Spectator 93 Points | The 2020 Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Aux Malconsorts opens in the glass with notes of plums and wild berries mingled with aromas of orange oil, exotic spices, smoked duck and loamy soil. Medium to full-bodied, layered and muscular, it's finer-boned and less overtly powerful than its 2019 and 2018 predecessors, even if it's still a serious, structured, concentrated wine.

Barrel Sample: 93-95 Burghound 93 Points | This is the first wine to show any appreciable reduction though the whole cluster vinification does peek through the funk. Once again, the bigger-bodied and much more muscular flavors possess a highly attractive texture thanks to the generous dry extract that partially buffers the prominent tannic spine supporting the robust, powerful and gorgeously complex and persistent finish. This is a classic Malconsorts which is very much built to reward longer-term cellaring.

Barrel Sample: 93-95 Decanter 96 Points | A dense, almost creamy, concentrated cassis fruit, adorned with notes of smoke, spice and salt. Focused, with plenty of tannin and extract, this is a wonderful wine. 2020 saw tiny yields from Dujac's 1.55ha in Malconsorts - no more than 10-15 hl/ha. The fruit was partially destemmed and fermented slowly prior to ageing. The wine gets the same 16 months in 70% new casks that the grand crus receive. 

Marcel Lapierre · Morgon, Beaujolais, France · 2024 · 750ml

Marcel Lapierre Morgon Cuvée S Organic 2024 showcases Gamay from one of Beaujolais’s cru appellations. Morgon’s granitic soils provide the backdrop for a wine whose existing tasting notes highlight red berries, fresh acidity, and an earthy thread.

Producer & Terroir

Lapierre’s organic approach and low-intervention winemaking, including fermentation with indigenous yeasts. This Morgon balances fruit character with the structure and freshness that make it an inviting companion at the table.

Tasting Notes

Raspberry and cherry aromas meet hints of minerality and spice. The palate is vibrant, with smooth tannins, fresh acidity, and herbal nuances, leading to a long, fresh finish with subtle earthy notes.

Expert Review - Vintage 2024

Neal Martin, Vinous, 90–92 Points · 2024 Morgon, barrel sample: The 2024 Morgon that I tasted from barrel came from the first and third pickings. There is plenty of vivacious white-tipped strawberry and Morello cherry on the nose. The palate is lively and very citrus-driven with red cherries, orange zest, noticeably "punchy" acidity and a chalky finish.

Pairing Suggestions

Pair with charcuterie, roast chicken, or roasted meats. Mushroom dishes are another serving suggestion for exploring its earthy nuances.

Details

• Producer: Marcel Lapierre
• Cuvée: S
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Morgon
• Region: Beaujolais
• Country: France
• Grape: Gamay
• Farming: Organic, as identified in the listing
• Bottle size: 750ml

Vibrant red fruit and fresh structure for a versatile table wine.