Lower ABV There is NOTHING impressive about the background of this snappy, fresh, easy-drinking, summertime Sauvignon. We can’t figure out the actual winery name, although it appears to be a co-op or negotiant (someone who... Read More
Organic/Bio Tannat in the mountain vineyards of Madiran are typically inky, tannic, beasts. Christine Dupuy is doing something different with these own-rooted, very old, vines. There’s plenty of inky black color and deep,... Read More
A richer, creamier, expression of Willamette Valley Chardonnay that's had enough time in bottle to start developing some hazelnut and butter secondary complexity. Great match for richer fish dishes. James Suckling's 92... Read More
Lower ABV Altesse gets richer and rounder than the more common Jacquere grape in Savoie, but stays plenty fresh and vibrant in the cooler 2021 harvest. It’s steely in feel and delivers layered flavors of Honeycrisp apple,... Read More
Giuseppe Beppe Caviola is one of the most important consulting oenologists in Italy, and his work at this, his own, personal, estate is exceptionally impressive. Twenty year-old vines and 400 meters elevation support low yields... Read More
This perennial Best Buy (91 points from Wine Advocate, for what that’s worth) is delicious again in 2023, showcasing loads of ripe apple and ripe pineapple fruit balanced by a squirt of citrus and dusty chalk minerality.... Read More
Organic/Bio The little village of Visan in the middle of the Cotes du Rhone always seems to give wines with a sleek black fruit and a hint of something we might call “ink” (but in a good way – really!). The blend... Read More
Organic/Bio We do love ourselves some Cinsault in our Southern Rhone Rosé and here a nice 30% slug of the stuff gives lift and bite to the 70% Grenache core. It’s a direct press wine from younger vines that will someday... Read More
Organic/BioLower ABV While the most classic Picpoul de Pinet vineyards are planted on low-lying sandy sites, Anaïs Ricome's La Croix Graitot vines are on a chalky plateau offering the benefits of limestone soils and... Read More
Lower ABV Look at the label and the wine in the bottle – you know you want this, right? And you’ll be happy you gave in and took some home, because it’s delicious. Mostly Nebbiolo plus splashes of Barbera and... Read More
Lower ABV There is NOTHING impressive about the background of this snappy, fresh, easy-drinking, summertime Sauvignon. We can’t figure out the actual winery name, although it appears to be a co-op or negotiant (someone who... Read More
A boisterous bottle of bubbles from Loire Valley Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc with around 12 months on the lees. The Chenin influence is obvious in stony/earthy flavors around the lemon pulp and stone fruit core. The... Read More
A really delicious and complex all Tempranillo Rioja with 14 months in French oak for roundness and spice. Black cherry and blackberry fruit really sing out over the smoky, chocolaty, oak. A touch of Tempranillo’s savory... Read More
Organic/Bio Will Aragon’s Sierra de Gúdar be the next new exciting Spanish wine region? We’re not sure, but this gorgeous red suggests we should keep an eye out. Juanvi Viticultor is working to revive his nearly... Read More
Since it’s founding in 2004, Rutger de Vink’s RDV has certainly been Virginia’s most ambitious winery and, arguably at least, it’s best at Cabernet-dominant Bordeaux blends. Rendezvous is the main production... Read More
Lower ABV Another winning harvest for Toni Bauer's super-value single-vineyard GV! Aromas and flavors of green pear, crunchy red apple, tangerine, Meyer lemon, and a dash of that white pepper savory note that makes Grüner... Read More
One of Washington’s oldest family-run wineries has a deft hand with Cabernet Sauvignon, including blending in 10% Merlot and 7% Syrah and getting lots of flavor at <14% alcohol. This is fun and party Cabernet, full of... Read More
Lower ABV As Vinous says, “This is a go-to name for those seeking steely, you could almost describe them as “mean” Chablis wines that see no wood.” There’s Granny Smith apple, lime, and wet stone... Read More
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