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Bassermann-Jordan Riesling Trocken — Pfalz, Germany 2024

Bassermann-Jordan is one of Germany's most historic and prestigious wine estates — a founding member of the VDP, Germany's elite organization of top quality wine producers, and a name synonymous with the finest dry Riesling from the Pfalz. The estate's roots in Deidesheim stretch back to 1718, when Pierre Jordan purchased the family's first vineyards in the Pfalz. Johann-Peter Jordan built the winery in Deidesheim 65 years later, and around the turn of the century, Andreas Jordan elevated quality winemaking in the region by becoming one of the first growers to plant single varieties by vineyard and vinify each vineyard separately — a revolutionary approach that set the standard for precision winemaking in Germany. A marriage between the Bassermann and Jordan families added the Bassermann name in 1883, cementing the estate's place at the pinnacle of Pfalz winemaking. Today, the estate farms organically, bringing the same commitment to quality and terroir expression to every bottle.

The Riesling Trocken is the estate's classic dry Pfalz expression — a wine that shows the style of the house and the typicality of the different soils around the winery. Fine fruit, elegant acidity, and gripping minerality define the palate — dry, focused, and unmistakably Pfalz. Clean and precise on the finish, with the kind of mineral backbone that makes great German Riesling so compelling at the table.

"A dry Palatinate Riesling with fine fruit, elegant acidity and gripping minerality — it shows the style of the house and the typicality of the different soils around the winery." — Bassermann-Jordan, Winemaker

• Producer: Bassermann-Jordan, Deidesheim, Pfalz, Germany
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Pfalz, Germany
• Classification: VDP member estate
• Varietal: 100% Riesling
• Style: Trocken (Dry)
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Closure: Screwcap
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Fine fruit, elegant acidity, gripping minerality, dry and focused, clean mineral finish
• Drink: Now through 2030
• Best Paired With: Grilled fish, sushi, oysters, roast pork, Asian cuisine, soft cheeses, aperitivo

VDP Pfalz Riesling from one of Germany's oldest estates — Bassermann-Jordan Trocken 2024 is dry, mineral, and organically farmed.

Expert Reviews — Vintage 2023

The Tasting Panel — 94 Points (Ruth Tobias, Nov. 2025) | The balance between fresh sensations of pear and star fruit with richer tones of toffee and gardenia is striking in this supple and very pretty wine, whose lilting acidity washes gently over touches of vanilla and hazelnut. There’s a timelessness to its profile.

Wine Spectator — 92 Points (MaryAnn Worobiec, Nov. 2025) | Pure and succulent, with fleshy peach, apricot and melon notes highlighted by vibrant acidity. Accents of apple pastry, pineapple and Himalayan sea salt linger, as do lemon verbena and sweetgrass aromatics.

Winemaker's Notes

Anderson Valley sits in the lush coastal region of Mendocino County, 110 miles northwest of San Francisco. Only 15 miles long, this cool, fog-kissed valley — framed by rolling hills and redwood forests — is one of California's most distinctive growing regions. Merry Edwards blends grapes from multiple sites within the valley to capture its full range of terroir, resulting in a fresh, vibrant, and bright Chardonnay.

The nose is filled with tangerine and gardenia, leading to a clean, crisp entry with white orchard fruit, caramel apple, lemon meringue, almonds, and nutty oak. The finish is long and warm, with a hint of apple pie.

Pairing Suggestions

Seafood of many types pairs beautifully with this fresh and bright Chardonnay. We suggest Merry’s recipe for Lobster Risotto with Creamy Tomato Sauce — the wine’s bright acidity complements the rich sauce and sweet poached lobster perfectly.

• Winery: Merry Edwards
• Appellation: Anderson Valley, Mendocino County, California
• Varietal: Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2023
• Format: 750ml
• Farming: Organic
• Style: Fresh, vibrant, full-bodied
• Pairings: Lobster, seafood, creamy pasta, light poultry

Luna di Luna Pinot Grigio | Private Collection | 1.5 Liter Magnum

Named for the moon that illuminates the Italian countryside, Luna di Luna captures the romance and elegance of Italian winemaking in every bottle. This Private Collection Pinot Grigio is a refined expression of the variety — delicate, food-friendly, and effortlessly versatile. The 1.5 Liter Magnum format makes it the ideal centerpiece for any gathering.

Light and graceful in the glass, this Pinot Grigio delivers a clean, fresh profile with a soft, approachable character that pairs beautifully with a wide range of cuisines. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply enjoying a quiet evening, Luna di Luna brings a touch of Italian elegance to the table.

Food Pairing

Delightful on its own and well-suited to Mediterranean dishes — pasta with fresh tomato sauce, grilled vegetables, Greek or Caesar salad, and almost any type of seafood.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh citrus, white peach, and light floral notes
• Palate: Crisp, light-bodied, clean and refreshing
• Finish: Soft, dry, and pleasantly lingering

Wine Details

• Grape: Pinot Grigio
• Region: Italy
• Size: 1.5 Liter Magnum
• Collection: Private Collection

Roserock Drouhin Oregon · Willamette Valley · 2024

Chardonnay from the Drouhin family’s Roserock estate in Oregon’s Eola-Amity Hills, within the Willamette Valley. This 750ml bottle is the 2024 vintage.

Producer & Place

Roserock brings the Drouhin family’s winemaking tradition to Oregon, with a vineyard setting defined by the Eola-Amity Hills and its volcanic terroir.

Crisp green apple, honeysuckle, gardenia, and lemon zest. The palate is generous and round with refreshing citrus, ginger, and whisps of nutty crème, underpinned by precise acidity and stony minerality. Delicious now and will evolve happily over the next 7–10 years.

Expert Reviews · Vintage 2024

Wine Spectator, 93 Points | Vivacious and fresh, this white shows detailed lemon, nectarine, spice and stony mineral tones that gather steely acidity and tension on the finish.

James Suckling, 92 Points | Sweet spice, resinous herb, generous caramel and vanilla flavors balanced by crisp green apple and lime flavors for a well-rounded, pleasing and structured medium-bodied wine. The finish is long, with lingering flavors of pastry and baked stone fruit.

Pairing Suggestions

• Seafood: Seared scallops, halibut with lemon-butter sauce, or Pacific Dungeness crab.
• Poultry: Roast chicken with herbes de Provence, chicken piccata, or turkey with citrus glaze.
• Cheese: Aged Gruyère, Comté, or a creamy Brie de Meaux.

Wine Details

• Producer: Roserock Drouhin Oregon
• Vintage: 2024
• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon, United States
• Vineyard area: Eola-Amity Hills
• Grape: Chardonnay
• Bottle size: 750ml

Winemaker Description

Rioja is without question the most famous wine region in Spain, but the region is anything but homogeneous. The three sub-regions – Rioja Alavesa, Rioja Oriental and Rioja Alta – differ enormously. This wine comes from the small hamlet of Labastida in the northwest of Rioja Alavesa, the smallest and northernmost sub-region located in the Spanish Basque Country and characterized by calcareous clay and sandy soils. 

The mastermind behind the Dominio del Challao winery is Manu Michelini, whose family makes incredibly fine, terroir-driven wines under the name Michelini i Mufatto at both their winery in Bierzo, in northeastern Spain, and the Argentine winery in Mendoza. The Challao is the winery's top wine. Medium ruby ​​red with violet. There is significantly more intensity in the glass than with the Garnacha, but this wine still reminds me more of Burgundy than Bordeaux on the nose. The winery is clearly on the trail of elegance. Juicy, fresh wild berries, black cherries, rose petals and black Assam tea, that's delicately smoky. 

Then come violets and freshly fired clay. In the mouth, cassis, fresh blackberries and lots of black cherry again. The intense, chalky minerality is phenomenal, building up gradually on the tongue. Delicately bitter, fresh herbs and a touch of After Eight. The tannins are fine and chalky, and as soon as you feel the structure, the next wave of black cherry washes over your tongue. 

This is not at all what you imagine Rioja to be in the classic sense. But this wine is a lot of fun because of its freshness and mineral intensity without being boring. On the contrary, I am convinced that it will develop gracefully in the cellar for years because it is made for a long life. Super chic fabric and without question a Rioja in a class of its own! 

Richly textured and refined, this Premier Cru white Burgundy opens with inviting aromas of brioche and vanilla. The 2023 vintage offers a full, rounded palate layered with acacia honey and almond, finishing with an elegant mineral touch that brings definition to its generous character.

Made from 100% Chardonnay, “Sous le Puits” comes from a southeast-facing vineyard near the top of the Blagny hillside, just above “La Garenne.” Its name, meaning “Under the Well,” references a nearby spring. Vines averaging 35 years of age grow in clay-limestone soils, with grapes harvested by hand.

Fermentation takes place in oak barrels with full malolactic fermentation, followed by eight to ten months of aging in French oak, 50% new, from Louis Latour’s own cooperage. The result is a beautifully expressive Chardonnay with richness, depth, and finesse.

Expert Rating

95 Points · James Suckling: “Aromas of flint, grapefruit rind, orchard fruit, chalk and fresh herbs. The high-tension palate is precise with mineral-driven acidity and a textural, rounded mouthfeel. Perhaps the most linear and focused release of the 2023 premier cru whites.”

92 Points · Wine Spectator: “Plush yet dense, with peach, apple, vanilla and nutmeg aromas and flavors. Underlined by solid acidity, this just tails off a little on the finish. The oak spice notes linger.”

Grape: 100% Chardonnay
Place: Puligny-Montrachet, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
Appellation: Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru AOC
Vineyard: Sous le Puits
Style: Dry white wine, barrel-fermented and oak-aged
Aging: 8–10 months in French oak, 50% new
Serving temperature: 54–57°F (12–14°C)
Producer’s cellaring potential: 5–7 years 

Experience the Naughty Charm of Birichino Zinfandel

Discover Birichino Zinfandel Old Vines from the historic Gimelli Vineyard, a remarkable expression of California Zinfandel crafted from ancient vines. Birichino is renowned for producing distinctive, terroir-driven wines that showcase the unique character of California's heritage vineyards. This 2023 vintage captures the essence of old vine Zinfandel, offering wine enthusiasts a taste of California winemaking tradition combined with modern artisanal craftsmanship.

Expert Reviewed - Vintage 2023 

The Wine Enthusiast 93 Points | This is a big fruit bomb of a Zinfandel from very old vines, offering intense strawberry-boysenberry syrup aromas alongside a touch of red flowers. The palate balances the boisterous red fruit flavors with a fresh acidity, a crushed rock minerality and a dusting of fennel pollen. Altogether, it uses old vines to showcase young flavors. 

Old Vine Heritage

The Gimelli Vineyard is home to old Zinfandel vines that have been producing exceptional fruit for decades. Old vines, typically 50+ years old, naturally produce lower yields of more concentrated, intensely flavored grapes. These ancient vines have deep root systems that access unique soil minerals and water sources, resulting in wines with greater complexity, depth, and character. The old vine designation represents a commitment to preserving California's viticultural heritage.

Gimelli Vineyard Terroir

The Gimelli Vineyard is a historic California vineyard known for producing exceptional Zinfandel. The unique terroir, including soil composition, microclimate, and vine age, contributes to the distinctive character of this wine. Single-vineyard wines like this offer a pure expression of place, showcasing the specific characteristics that make each vineyard unique.

Birichino Winemaking Philosophy

Birichino (Italian for "rascal" or "scamp") is dedicated to producing wines that are both playful and serious, combining traditional winemaking techniques with a modern sensibility. The winery focuses on working with heritage vineyards and lesser-known grape varieties, creating wines with personality, balance, and food-friendliness. Birichino's approach emphasizes minimal intervention, allowing the vineyard's character to shine through.

Tasting Profile

Appearance: Deep ruby to garnet color with vibrant clarity
Aroma: Ripe blackberry, raspberry, black cherry, dried herbs, black pepper, subtle spice, and hints of bramble
Palate: Medium to full-bodied with concentrated dark fruit flavors. Layers of blackberry, plum, and cherry complemented by notes of vanilla, baking spices, and earthy undertones. Balanced acidity with well-integrated tannins
Finish: Long, persistent finish with lingering fruit and spice notes

2023 Vintage Character

The 2023 vintage showcases the exceptional quality of the growing season, offering wine enthusiasts a fresh expression of old vine Zinfandel. This vintage captures the balance between ripe fruit character and the structure that defines great California Zinfandel.

Food Pairing Suggestions

This versatile Zinfandel pairs beautifully with:

• Grilled and barbecued meats (ribs, brisket, burgers)
• Italian cuisine (pasta with meat sauce, pizza, lasagna)
• Roasted lamb and game meats
• Spicy dishes (Mexican, Cajun, Indian)
• Aged cheddar and hard cheeses
• Charcuterie boards
• Hearty stews and braised dishes
• Smoked meats and sausages

Serving Suggestions

Serve slightly below room temperature at 60-65°F (15-18°C) to appreciate the wine's complexity and balance. Decanting for 30-60 minutes before serving will allow the wine to open up and reveal its full aromatic potential. Use large Bordeaux-style glasses to enhance the tasting experience.

Perfect for Wine Enthusiasts

Birichino Zinfandel Old Vines Gimelli Vineyard is ideal for:

• Zinfandel lovers seeking authentic old vine character
• Wine enthusiasts exploring California heritage vineyards
• Dinner parties and casual gatherings
• Barbecues and outdoor entertaining
• Collectors of artisanal California wines
• Gift giving for wine aficionados

California Zinfandel Tradition

Zinfandel is California's heritage grape variety, with a winemaking tradition dating back to the Gold Rush era. Old vine Zinfandel represents the pinnacle of this tradition, offering wines with depth, complexity, and authentic California character. Birichino's commitment to working with historic vineyards like Gimelli ensures that this winemaking heritage continues for future generations.

Artisanal Craftsmanship

This wine represents the intersection of California's viticultural heritage and modern artisanal winemaking. From the ancient vines of Gimelli Vineyard to Birichino's careful, minimal-intervention approach, every aspect of this wine reflects a dedication to quality, authenticity, and terroir expression. The result is a Zinfandel with personality, balance, and the distinctive character that makes California wine special.

A Historical Vineyard

The Birichino Zinfandel Old Vines Gimelli Vineyard 2023 is sourced from a vineyard with rich history. Known for its well-maintained old vines, Gimelli has been producing top-quality grapes for years. These ancient vines not only add complexity to the wine but also contribute to its unique character. The vines thrive in a diverse ecosystem that allows the grapes to soak up various minerals from the soil, resulting in a rich flavor profile that wine enthusiasts find irresistible. When you indulge in this Zinfandel, you are tasting a piece of history that has been cherished over multiple generations.

Tasting Notes

This vintage of Birichino Zinfandel is truly a reflection of its terroir, embodying a delightful blend of flavors that make it a compelling choice for any occasion. The primary keyword, naughty, aptly describes its bold and vibrant fruit-forward persona. Expect to experience layers of ripe raspberry, cherry, and hints of spice on the palate. The balance of acidity and tannins gives it a smooth finish, making it enjoyable whether you are sipping it alone or pairing it with a nice meal. It's the kind of wine that brings a touch of playful indulgence to your evening.

Pairing the Birichino Zinfandel Old Vines with the right dishes can elevate your dining experience. Given its fruity profile and light spiciness, it's great with grilled meats, particularly barbecue ribs or burgers. The wine also complements spicy dishes, like Mexican or Caribbean cuisine. For a delightful contrast, consider pairing it with dark chocolate desserts that will enhance the naughty flavors in the Zinfandel. This versatility allows you to enjoy it in numerous settings, from casual gatherings to sophisticated dinners.

The Gruet family left Champagne in 1984 and planted vines in the high-altitude desert of New Mexico — an unlikely move that turned out to be quietly inspired. At over 4,000 feet elevation, the cool nights, intense sunshine, and volcanic soils of the Rio Grande Valley proved to be exceptional terroir for sparkling wine made by traditional method. Today Gruet is widely regarded as one of America’s finest sparkling wine producers and a benchmark for value in the category — a house that learned the craft in France and never forgot it.

The Brut Rosé is 100% Pinot Noir, crafted via méthode champenoise with a full 24 months aging en tirage. The result is a wine of genuine depth for the price: a nearly garnet-pink color with a bright floral bouquet of strawberry, raspberry, and cherry, followed by a rich, fruity palate in a clean, dry brut style. Dense and fresh with excellent balance, it finishes long and lingering. One of the most compelling values in American sparkling wine.

92 points — Tasting Panel | “Bright pink color with juicy strawberry nose; dense and fresh with good balance and style.”

• Producer: Gruet Winery
• Style: Brut Rosé NV, Méthode Champenoise
• Region: New Mexico, USA
• Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
• Aging: 24 months en tirage
• ABV: 12%
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Strawberry, raspberry, cherry, bright floral lift, rich berry palate, clean dry finish
• Food Pairings: Oysters, smoked salmon, charcuterie, soft cheeses, strawberries and cream

Champagne pedigree, New Mexico terroir — Gruet Brut Rosé is one of America’s best sparkling values, full stop.

Winemaker Description

This vibrant Zinfandel opens with enticing aromas of dark plum, raspberry compote, and a touch of sandalwood. The palate reveals layered notes of baked strawberry, savory dried herbs, and a hint of cracked pepper. Ripe, structured tannins and bright acidity provide balance and lift, carrying the wine through a lingering finish.

Zinfandel is foundational to California’s viticultural heritage. This bright and bountiful grape has thrived in the Golden State since the 1880s. While it has become more scarce as Napa Valley continues to evolve and become more Cabernet-centric, Frank
Family Vineyards is honored to champion this beautiful grap and its iconic legacy.

This Napa Valley designate is primarily cultivated from our estate S&J Vineyard in Capell Valley, 206 acres located east of the Vaca Mountain range in the Napa Valley AVA. It is planted to 58 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon, along with 9 acres of Petite Sirah, and 9 acres of Zinfandel. The soils are fertile, well-draining, and clay loam-based, reminiscent of the Rutherford Bench. Along with S&J, grapes from neighboring vineyards in Chiles Valley (Sunseri Vineyard), Calistoga. 

Bodegas Ondarre · Millennium Cava · Brut NV · Traditional Method · Spain · 750ml

Bodegas Ondarre’s Millennium Cava is a traditional method sparkling wine crafted in the classic Cava style — secondary fermentation in the bottle, extended lees aging, and the kind of creamy, biscuity complexity that sets Cava apart from simpler sparkling wines. Made from Macabeu, it delivers exceptional value at this price point: 92 points from Wine Enthusiast for a wine that is simultaneously full and creamy, dry and fresh, with a well-balanced acidity and an elegant, fruity finish. Sustainable.

Very pale brilliant yellow with regular, fine lines of bubbles rising to form a crown. The nose is very pleasant — light, fresh aromas of Seckel pear, vanilla bean, and nutmeg, with secondary notes redolent of bottle aging and floral shades. On the palate, lightly effervescent and beautifully textured — peach, green apple, vanilla, and brioche coalesce in a vivid, elegant, and long finish with an agreeable, well-balanced aftertaste.

“A soft column of bubbles releases a bouquet of Seckel pear, vanilla bean and nutmeg. Lightly effervescent on the palate, this wine offers flavors of peach, green apple, vanilla and brioche that coalesce in a vivid finish.”
— Wine Enthusiast · 92 Points

• Producer: Bodegas Ondarre, Spain
• Style: Cava Brut NV · Traditional Method (Méthode Traditionnelle)
• Varietal: Macabeu
• Farming: Sustainable
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Seckel pear, vanilla bean, nutmeg, peach, green apple, brioche, fine bubbles, elegant finish
• Pairings: Oysters, light appetizers, seafood, soft cheeses, charcuterie, aperitif

WE:92 · Cava Brut NV — traditional method, sustainable, and exceptional value. Creamy, fresh, and built for the celebration.

Crowded House · Marlborough · New Zealand · 2025

Twenty years ago, the Waihopai Valley was a blank canvas — a peaceful, remote haven in the ranges of Marlborough. Today it is home to Crowded House, a wine built on the conviction that Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, done right, needs nothing more than the land, the climate, and the courage to let both speak. Winemaker Matt Ward ferments entirely in stainless steel at cool temperatures, preserving every last note of varietal freshness and vibrancy, and sources fruit from a select group of growers — all certified under Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand — who have been part of the Crowded House story from the very beginning.

The nose opens with zesty lime, sweet pea, and freshly cut passionfruit, with an intentionally restrained mineral core layered beneath ripe citrus and crushed thyme. On the palate it is vibrant and expressive — Liberty apple, white nectarine, and passionfruit coulis — flowing with minerality to a rounded, classically crisp Marlborough finish.

• Producer: Crowded House
• Winemaker: Matt Ward
• Vintage: 2025
• Appellation: Marlborough, New Zealand
• Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
• Farming: Sustainable Winegrowing New Zealand (SWNZ) certified
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Lime, sweet pea, passionfruit, Liberty apple, white nectarine, crushed thyme, mineral finish
• Pairings: Grilled fish, shellfish, goat cheese, Thai cuisine, light salads, aperitif

Classically Marlborough — sustainably grown, beautifully made, and impossible to put down.

Chateau Sociando-Mallet Haut-Medoc 2020 · Haut-Medoc, Bordeaux, France

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2020

James Suckling, 94 Points — This has a pretty nose with dark spices, nut shell and cedar notes with a dark fruit backbone, following through to a medium body with firm and finely polished tannins that go on and on. Refined and nicely balanced with velvety texture. Lingering and chalky finish. Try after 2026.

Vinous, 93 Points — The 2020 Sociando Mallet has retained its impressive aromatics from its showing in barrel with beautifully defined blackberry and raspberry fruit, pressed violet and light cedar aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with firm backbone, a little powdery in texture, fine backbone with ample freshness and tension towards its graphite-infused finish. Bravo!

The Wine Advocate, 92 Points — The 2020 Sociando-Mallet is very attractive, exhibiting aromas of cassis and plums mingled with notions of pencil shavings, loamy soil, tobacco leaf and licorice. Medium to full-bodied, deep and layered, with lively acids and powdery tannins, it's a strong effort from a site that always does well in warm vintages. The 2020 is a blend of 53% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Cabernet Franc.

Decanter, 92 Points — Wonderfully fragrant on the nose, just stopping short of being potent. Glorious perfumed scents and rich, ripe black fruits. Clean and clear, this has a lively energy to it and a little bit of liquorice which gives a savoury, dark and sticky edge to the fruit. Clarity, classicism and precision on show. Sculpted, muscular, grippy and chewy. Excellent potential with a slate and coffee-toned finish.

Details

• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Region: Haut-Medoc, Bordeaux, France
• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot
• Type: Red

Naturally Fermented Sparkling Rosé | Copenhagen, Denmark
Size: 750ml  |  ABV: <0.5% (Non-Alcoholic)  |  Aromatic · Funky · Smoky

Murí is one of Copenhagen’s most celebrated non-alcoholic producers, crafting complex, naturally fermented beverages inspired by the thriving Copenhagen culinary community. Founded by Murray Paterson — formerly a distiller at Copenhagen’s legendary Empirical Spirits — Murí celebrates the tradition of Danish gastronomy through beverages that are genuinely novel, deeply considered, and built to honor the ritual of drinking well.

“Yamilé” is their sparkling rosé — and their most complex, layered expression. A carbonic raspberry and gooseberry mead forms the base, enriched with smoked lacto-fermented rhubarb, goldenrod and pink peppercorn kefir, honey, angelica root, and star anise. The result is soft red fruits and creamy smokiness on the nose, with a delicate aromatic finish that is refreshingly dry, bubbly, and approachable. Playful flavor complexities and vinous funkiness make this a rosé alternative that drinkers choose to drink — not just settle for.

“Soft red fruits and creamy smokiness, with a delicate aromatic finish. Yamilé is refreshingly dry, bubbly and approachable with playful flavour complexities and vinous funkiness.”
— Murí

Ingredients: Carbonic raspberry & gooseberry mead, smoked lacto-fermented rhubarb, goldenrod & pink peppercorn kefir, honey, angelica root, star anise
Serve: Chilled in a white or rosé wine glass. Once opened, consume within 2 days.
Pairs with: Smoked fish, seafood, creamy desserts, or soft-ripened cheeses.

Borgo Bella Pinot Grigio Kosher — Veneto, Italy 2025

Borgo Bella crafts approachable, food-friendly whites from the Veneto region of northeastern Italy — one of Italy's most celebrated white wine zones. The Veneto's cool climate and well-drained soils are ideally suited to Pinot Grigio, producing wines of natural freshness, crisp acidity, and clean mineral character. The 2025 is certified Kosher for Passover and Mevushal, making it an excellent choice for holiday tables, Shabbat dinners, and everyday kosher dining — without sacrificing the quality and character of a well-made Italian white.

Refreshing and clean, with flavors of apple, lemon, and mineral. Light-bodied with bright acidity and a crisp, dry finish. A natural aperitivo and an easy companion to lighter fare.

• Producer: Borgo Bella
• Vintage: 2025
• Region: Veneto, Italy
• Varietal: Pinot Grigio
• Certification: Kosher for Passover, Mevushal
• Style: Light-bodied, crisp, mineral Italian white
• Size: 750ml
• Best Paired With: Grilled fish, sushi, shrimp scampi, light pasta, fresh cheeses, antipasto, vegetable dishes

A clean, honest Kosher Pinot Grigio from Italy's Veneto — ideal for the holiday table and beyond.

Arnaldo Caprai · Grecante Grechetto dei Colli Martani · Umbria · 2024

The family operation began in 1971 when textiles entrepreneur Arnaldo Caprai purchased 12.5 acres in Montefalco. In 1988, ownership passed on to Arnaldo's son, Marco. Today, the winery is the leading producer of top quality Umbrian wine, recognized for its dedication to environmental, economic and social sustainability, as well as being champions for the wines of Umbria.

This Umbrian white from Arnaldo Caprai captures a true expression of Grechetto from this lesser known Italian region. Appealing aromatics of white peach, melon, lemon zest, hints of chamomile and honey characteristics all tantalize the palate. This Grechetto is light to medium bodied, pure, fresh, savory and finely balanced.

Staff Pick

Flavors of stone fruits, lemon-lime, blanched almonds, and stonines shine thru on the palate, ending with zesty acidity and a bone dry finish.
— Debra, Italy White Wine Buyer

Cheese Pairing

Recommended: Essex Street / G. Cravero 'Parmigiano Reggiano' 2 yrs — available at 67Gourmet

All too often in America, we think of Parmigiano Reggiano as a topping for pasta, but truly great iterations of this cheese are wonderful eaten on its own or with a superb Italian wine. The Cravero family has been aging Reggiano since 1851, and their cheese is unique among all other Parmigiano. It has distinct tropical fruit and pineapple overtones in the middle of the palate which turn the salty finish into a harmonious counterpoint. One taste of this and you'll see why Reggiano is widely considered the king of all cheese.
— Martin Johnson, 67Gourmet Cheesemonger

Specs

• Producer: Arnaldo Caprai
• Wine: Grecante
• Vintage: 2024
• Varietal: Grechetto
• Appellation: Colli Martani, Umbria, Italy
• Size: 750ml

Expert Review - Vintage 2021 

Luis Gutierrez of the Wine Advocate 96 Points | The 2021 Pegaso Granito has a very clean nose and comes through as very approachable, with an elegant personality. They picked all grapes together (there were some unripe grapes) and fermented it all together. The wine has a medium-bodied palate, the granularity of the tannins is extremely small, and it has a very fine mineral sensation. It has incredible elegance and finesse, with lifted aromatics, high-pitched, acute, fine-boned and with the frontal tannins from the granite soils.

Producer Description 

Cebreros is both the name of the village and the appellation of origin in the southeast of the province of Ávila, within the greater Sierra de Gredos region, the mountainous area located on the continental divide of Spain. The region is unspoiled, wild, rustic, full of energy and light, and as authentic as it gets. It is a transitional zone where northern Spain gives way to southern Spain. The wines from the Sierra de Gredos mountains to the west of Madrid (aka Vinos de Madrid) have finally begun to claim their rightful place alongside other top wine regions focused on producing world-class garnacha. For many insiders, the region is now leading the conversation about this Mediterranean garnacha grape, now understood to be indigenous to Spain. 

Whole clusters are picked by hand in small boxes, with a strict selection made in the vineyard. The clusters are de-stemmed, crushed, and fermented spontaneously with native yeasts in stainless steel tanks and large neutral French oak foudres. The wine is then aged for 18 months in new and used 600L French oak barrels sourced from different forests.

Peter Michael La Carrière Chardonnay — Knights Valley, Sonoma County 2024

Peter Michael Winery is one of California’s most celebrated and collectible producers, farming over 200 acres across three distinct estates — Knights Valley, the Sonoma Coast, and the Oakville bench — within a 1,200-acre preserve alive with forests, wildlife, and cold mountain creeks. La Carrière, named after the ancient quarry on the Knights Valley estate, is widely regarded as the pinnacle of the Peter Michael Chardonnay lineup — a wine of extraordinary minerality, tension, and precision that draws comparisons to the finest white Burgundy. The 2024 vintage arrives with a remarkable sweep of near-perfect scores.

The nose is ethereal and layered: citrus peel, jasmine, oyster shell, passionfruit, and tangerine, with a perfumed wisteria lift and a stony, briny undercurrent that sets this wine apart from virtually every other California Chardonnay. On the palate, it is full-bodied yet weightless — raw honey, melon, nectarine, and lemon curd balanced by focused, driving acidity and a crystalline minerality that carries through the very long, salty finish. It is beautiful now and built to evolve over the next decade.

“True to its name, La Carrière is full of stony, briny nuances. Citrus peel, jasmine, oyster shell and tangerine peel are all wonderfully vivid in the glass. Airy and translucent — all about crystalline transparency. I especially admire its energy, tension and poise. La Carrière is my personal favorite because of its intense minerality and energy.” — Vinous, 97 pts. (Vintage 2024). 

“Tropical and perfumed with highly floral wisteria and jasmine, as well as notes of passionfruit and lemon-lime meringue. Full-bodied but light on its feet, offering notes of raw honey, melon, and a pleasing salty lift on the close. Can drink well now or over the coming 10 years.” — Jeb Dunnuck, 96 pts. (Vintage 2024). 

“Alluring, layered aromas of nectarine, mango, panna cotta, lime peel and seamlessly integrated, spicy oak. The full-bodied palate has a satiny texture, a dynamic interplay of ripe, expressive fruit with focused, driving acidity and a very long finish.” — Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, 96 pts. (Vintage 2024). 

“Plenty of focus and drive, with a backbone of crushed rock and sea salt minerality. Fragrant white flowers including jasmine and alyssum add a perfumed thread, and the core notes of crunchy star fruit, pear and lemon curd are equally juicy and precise.” — Wine Spectator, 94 pts. (Vintage 2024).

• Producer: Peter Michael Winery, Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California
• Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
• Size: 750ml
• Accolades: #13 Top 100 Wines of the USA, 2025
• Tasting Notes: Citrus peel, jasmine, oyster shell, passionfruit, tangerine, raw honey, melon, lemon curd, stony minerality, long salty finish
• Best Paired With: Dungeness crab, butter-poached lobster, scallops, turbot, whole roasted chicken, aged Comté

California’s most celebrated single-vineyard Chardonnay — Peter Michael La Carrière 2024 is a wine of extraordinary minerality, tension, and precision that belongs in any serious cellar.

Fontana Candida Pinot Grigio 1.5L Magnum is a generous, crowd-ready expression from one of Italy's most storied estates — a producer whose name is synonymous with the wines of Rome and the Lazio region. For this Pinot Grigio, Fontana Candida looks north, sourcing fruit from the cool, volcanic-influenced hills of Delle Venezie, where the combination of altitude, mineral-rich soils, and a continental climate produces grapes of exceptional freshness and aromatic precision.

Pale straw in the glass with delicate golden highlights. The nose is clean and inviting, with aromas of white peach, green apple, citrus blossom, and a subtle mineral note that speaks to the volcanic terroir. On the palate, the wine is light-bodied and crisp, with bright acidity, a refreshing texture, and a clean, dry finish that lingers with a hint of almond. Effortlessly drinkable and reliably consistent — a Magnum format made for the table.

The Delle Venezie DOC, spanning Veneto, Friuli, and Trentino-Alto Adige, is Italy's premier appellation for Pinot Grigio, and Fontana Candida brings its Roman winemaking heritage to bear on this northern varietal with characteristic elegance and restraint.

Serve well chilled. Pairs beautifully with seafood, light pasta dishes, fresh cheeses, and antipasti. An ideal choice for gatherings and celebrations.

Power, elegance, and exceptional pedigree come together in this Grand Cru Chardonnay from Burgundy’s celebrated Corton hillside. The 2023 vintage reveals a brilliant pale-yellow color and expressive aromas of toasted almond and vanilla. Generous and full-bodied, the palate unfolds with fresh almond and roasted coffee notes, leading to a long, richly layered finish. Sourced from southeast-facing vineyards with stony limestone soils, this wine reflects Louis Latour’s historic connection to Corton-Charlemagne, where the family is the appellation’s largest vineyard owner. Hand-picked grapes undergo barrel fermentation and full malolactic fermentation, followed by eight to ten months in 100% new French oak barrels crafted at the house’s own cooperage. Awarded 98 points by James Suckling, this distinguished white Burgundy offers the depth for special-occasion dining and a producer-estimated cellaring potential of 10–15 years. Serve alongside lobster, fine fish dishes, shellfish, or mature cheeses for a memorable pairing.

Expert Ratings

98 James Suckling: Fantastic depth and length to this wine, showing aromas and flavors of sliced apples, stone, flint,matchstick and white pepper. It's full-bodied and reserved, with very fine layers of bright fruit and minerals. Tight, structured and compact with a long finish. Already impressive, but best after 2027.

94 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: Latour's 2023 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru wafts from the glass with notes of pear, mandarin oil and peach mingled with notes of struck match and freshly baked bread. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and seamless, it's rich and textural, with a sweet, layered core of fruit and an expansive finish. Now bottled under Diam, it should age with grace.
Barrel Sample: 92-94

93 Wine Spectator: Opulent, creamy and expansive, this white fills the mouth, offering peach, apple, quinine and salty mineral flavors embraced by vanilla and toasty oak notes. There’s a tactile sensation, and this still lacks integration, yet all of the components are there, along with power and length.

Grape: 100% Chardonnay
Place: Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru, Aloxe-Corton, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France.

Au Bon Climat | Santa Barbara County, California | Chardonnay | 2023

Jim Clendenen's Au Bon Climat has long been California's benchmark for the Burgundian approach to Chardonnay — prioritizing balance, acidity, and minerality over heavy oak and butter. The 2023 is sourced from five carefully farmed Santa Barbara vineyards: Bien Nacido, Los Alamos, Rancho Real, Gold Coast, and North Canyon. Handpicked and whole-cluster pressed, the juice is barrel-fermented and aged 8 months sur lie in neutral François Frères barrels, then blended the following summer. The result is round, bright, and unmistakably ABC.

Vineyards: Bien Nacido, Los Alamos, Rancho Real, Gold Coast, North Canyon
Oak: 8 months sur lie, neutral French oak (François Frères)
Drink: Now–2029

Tasting Notes

• Grapefruit, peach, honeysuckle, and lemon curd on the nose
• Round mid-palate with elderberry, brioche, and a hint of nutmeg
• Zippy, bright acidity | Creamy lingering finish | Mineral backbone

Pairings: Roast chicken, pasta alfredo, seared scallops, baked brie en croûte

Tenuta San Guido Le Difese — Toscana IGT 2024

Le Difese is the second wine of Sassicaia — and that pedigree means everything. Tenuta San Guido is the legendary Bolgheri estate that created the Super Tuscan category, producing one of Italy’s most celebrated wines in Sassicaia. Le Difese is crafted from the estate’s younger vines using the same philosophy and the same winemaking team: fermentation on the skins in temperature-controlled stainless steel, followed by 8 months of maturation in French and American oak barrels. The 2024 vintage was exceptional — early, uniform budbreak, ideal flowering and fruit set, warm July with early veraison, and cool nights through August ensuring perfect phenolic and technical ripeness. James Suckling awarded it 92 points. At under $57, it is one of the most compelling values in all of Tuscan wine.

Intense black fruit aromas and flavors, with vanilla and spice from oak, plums, cherries, light chocolate, and cinnamon. Full-bodied with supple tannins, a tangy touch of orange peel, and a crisp, satisfying finish. A delicious and complete glass of Tuscany.

James Suckling 92 — “A fresh and crunchy red with aromas of plums, cherries, light chocolate and cinnamon… fine tannins and a crisp finish. Tangy, with a touch of orange peel. A delicious and satisfying glass of Tuscany red. The second wine of Sassicaia.” (Vintage 2024). 

• Producer: Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2024
• Appellation: Toscana IGT
• Blend: 70% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon
• Aging: 8 months in French and American oak barrels
• ABV: 13.5%
• Size: 750ml
• Tasting Notes: Black fruit, plum, cherry, chocolate, cinnamon, vanilla, orange peel, supple tannins
• Best Paired With: Grilled steak, steak salad, burgers, Bolognese, marinara, casual beef dishes

The second wine of one of Italy’s greatest estates at an honest price — Le Difese is the benchmark for what a Super Tuscan second label can be.

Winemaker Description 

Using grapes grown in Mendocino County’s rugged coastal mountains, Edmeades crafts bold, intense Zinfandels of distinctive character and personality. We work side by side with a small group of growers, who year after year produce some of Mendocino County’s most highly-prized grapes. We prefer a delicate touch in our cellar, allowing each vineyard to be fully expressed in the wines we make

Girasole Pinot Noir 2024 · Mendocino County, California · Certified Organic · 750ml

Producer and Terroir

Girasole Vineyards has been farming organically in Mendocino County since 1986, long before organic viticulture became fashionable. Named for the sunflowers that grow throughout their estate, this family-owned winery is committed to sustainable, chemical-free farming in one of California’s most naturally beautiful wine regions. Mendocino’s cool coastal influence, diverse soils, and clean mountain air make it an ideal home for Pinot Noir, and Girasole has spent four decades learning to express that terroir with honesty and care.

Tasting Notes

The nose is inviting and expressive: strawberry, cherry, boysenberry, violets, and clove. On the palate, it is soft and fruit-forward, with ripe plum, black cherry, and plush tannins, with just a touch of new French oak lending texture and framing the bright red fruit at the wine’s core. The finish is dry, clean, and lingering, approachable, expressive, and genuinely satisfying.

Expert Reviews

2024 · Review Attributed to VF in the Listing

VF · 91 Points · Best Buy: Aromas of dried cranberry and sweet rhubarb, accented by subtle notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. On the palate, bright red cherry flavors unfold alongside hints of delicate caramel and a touch of licorice.

Wine Enthusiast · 2024

Wine Enthusiast · Tonya Pitts · 91 Points: Deep, aromatics with sweet cherries, dark plums, dried herbs, dried potpourri, and toasted oak on the nose; the palate is rich with dark strawberry, boysenberry, cinnamon, orange peel, and bittersweet chocolate.

Food Pairings

Salmon, roast chicken, duck, mushroom risotto, charcuterie, and soft cheeses.

Details

• Producer: Girasole Vineyards
• Vintage: 2024
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Region/Appellation: Mendocino County, California, United States
• Grape: Pinot Noir
• Type: Red
• Farming: Organic; organic farming since 1986
• Aging: Touch of new French oak, as described in the existing tasting notes
• Closure: Screwcap

Winemaker Description

Ruby-red color. The nose is complex and elegant. Notes of dry flowers, hay and rose petal, accompanied by a hint of chamomile. It is fresh, balanced, silky, enveloping and full-bodied on the palate. The tannins are prominent yet well-integrated. The finish is long and persistent. We recommend decanting a few hours before serving.

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2020

Jeb Dunnuck 98 Points | A medium red hue, the 2020 Barolo Rocche Di Castiglione offers more complexity and is more nuanced in the glass, with notes of dried raspberries, tangerine, roses, dried herbs, and cedar. Medium-bodied, it is crunchy with an elegant feel but has balanced structure and retains a somewhat more chiseled feel that’s true to the vintage. It has a lot to enjoy now and also has a wide drinking window. Drink 2025-2050.

The Wine Advocate 96 Points | The Vietti 2020 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a very delineated wine with sharp ferrous notes, cherry cola, redcurrant and chalky mineral. It is extremely precise in terms of its aromas. The effect is direct and layered, showing different sides and increasing complexity as it opens in the glass. Dried floral notes, purple flower and iris also appear delicately. The chalky tannins feel abrupt at this young stage, but this wine is built to last nonetheless. Only 3,512 bottles were created.

Vinous 96 Points | The 2020 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a magical wine from a magical site. It marries finesse and volume to a degree that is not found in most of the other wines in this range. Castiglione Falletto is the center of the Barolo production zone, literally and figuratively, the place where many different soil types meet. As a result, the wines often possess mind-blowing balance, which is very much the case here.

Winemaker Notes