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This rich, sweet, liqueur made from blackcurrants macerated in alcohol originated in Burgundy in the 1840s where it soon found its way into glasses of tart Aligote (a “Kir”) and then frothy Champagne (a “Kir... Read More

From Thomas Jefferson's time forward, one of the world's greatest wines. A bit more Sauvignon than usual in 2013 gives a touch of citrus to the broad, layered, flavors. As Wine Spectator says in the 98 point praise, Lightly... Read More

As Vinous wrote in their 2021, 93 point, review: This will be a very seductive Rieussec, but afford it 4–5 years to fully assimilate the oak. And now it very much has, giving brilliant richness and spice. As the review says,... Read More

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This small cooperative winery in the heart of Champagne has struck gold with this cuvee- and yellow label gold at that. Because the Charles Clement Brut Tradition is the kind of wine that will thrill anyone who loves... Read More

Produced since 1891, this is vermouth with a Moscato wine base plus vibrant, spicy botanicals such as cocoa, citrus, ginger, and rhubarb. Lighter and less oaky/vanilla laced than other Italian vermouths, it's a terrific match... Read More

Organic/Bio Lower ABV A great example of a quality Pinot Noir from the Eola-Amity region when put in the hands of iconic winemaker Steve Doerner, pioneer of whole cluster ferments in Oregon. Cristom Vineyards predominately works... Read More

A long-time Rioja classic, the Cune Crianza adds a lovely depth of ripe fruit to Rioja’s classic notes of tobacco, herb, and spice. Lovely with lamb or even solo. As James Suckling says in the 90 point review, A fruity and... Read More

Always built to show well on the early side, the 2020 Barolo Lecinquevigne benefits from Damilano's plump and nicely fruit-filled house style. As Wine Spectator says in their 94 point review, Stitched with pure cherry and... Read More

Organic/Bio Lower ABV Like a good Chablis, the wine is very refreshing. Sticking to its roots (literally) the vines grow on that all important Kimmeridgian marl soils of Chablis. It boasts charactes of green apple, lemon, and... Read More

Lower ABV Vincent Dampt makes straight ahead, no oak, no fuss, Chablis. As Vinous writes, this has a delineated bouquet with green apple, pear and granite scents that gain intensity with aeration. The palate is well-balanced with... Read More

Organic/Bio A traditional, richer, Vin Santo that Vinous describes well in the 90 point review, Rum-soaked raisins combine with cedar spice box, clove and candied apples as the 2009 Vin Santo del Chianti emerges from the glass.... Read More

Lower ABV There's a lot of pretty poor Moscato d'Asti out there. And then there's Perrone, perhaps the benchmark for what can be done with passion and commitment. This is from a single vineyard at 350 meters elevation,... Read More

Ready now, especially in half-bottle! As Vinous says in the 91 point review, A brooding mix of red plum, brown spice and crushed rocks is nicely offset by a flourish of violet florals as the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino opens in... Read More

A completely delicious "drinker's Champagne" with lots of time on the lees to develop toastiness and creaminess of texture. We love how the brioche notes linger here.

Lower ABV Same wine, new label/name. A delightfully aromatic wine, with loads of fresh fruit flavors bursting from the glass. It is sweet, but beautifully balanced by the wine's effervescence and acidity. Being frizzante,... Read More

Lower ABV Markus Molitor is one of the Mosel Valley's most lauded producers with more than a dozen 100 point ratings for his dry, off-dry, and - especially - sweet Rieslings. Like here, in a 20 year-old sweet Mosel Riesling... Read More

Lower ABV Hanging out at a lakeside Trattoria enjoying fish straight from Italy’s Lake Garda, this is what you drink – Laguna Bianco. Ottella makes a fine example from the local grape, Turbiano (a relative of Trebbiano,... Read More

Icewine is a specialty of Ontario’s lakeside wineries like Pillitteri. Ripe Riesling grapes are left on the vine until the first hard November/December freeze. The frozen grapes are picked in the wee hours of the morning... Read More

Sangiovese from Montepulciano is naturally a little darker and more powerful than from Chianti, and Poliziano leans into that with plenty of dark color and a spicy oak sheen. As Suckling says in the 92 point review, A modern Vino... Read More

Deep and delicious. As Wine Enthusiast said in the 94 point rave for the 2018, Musk, rose petal, fir honey and dried fig are the rich aromas on the nose. The intense palate is lusciously sweet and very concentrated, showing a... Read More

A bold, rich and lightly earthy Chianti blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon all aged two years in older Slavonian oak. There's plenty of ripe black cherry and strawberry fruit to go with the earth,... Read More