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Albert Bichot Chateau de Varennes Beaujolais 2022
Beaujolais : AOC Régionale : France 90 Points (WS)
Fresh, fine nose with floral and fruity notes. The palate is fresh, delectable with notes of ripe fruit. Ideal with charcuterie boards and cheeses, vegetarian starters and dishes or grilled, or roasted meats and poultry.
Champagne Vollereaux Brut Reserve AOC :
French Champagne
94 Points (JS)
A fruity sliced-pear and grapefruit aromas, mingling with brioche and walnut notes. It’s gentle and elegant on the palate with fine bubbles and a citrusy freshness. A Special Occasion Champagne
El Cote Blanco 2023
Spanish : White
88 Points (WS)
Crafted from estate grown Viura grapes, indigenous to Rioja, this refreshing wine is fermented at low temperatures to maximize the fresh, zesty citrus flavors. Aromas of white fruit give way to a palate with a fresh citrus character. Pairs perfectly with fresh seafood or chicken. Enjoy chilled
Alois Lageder Terra Alejna Chardonnay 2022
Chardonnay : Adige, Italy
91 Points (WS)
Enjoy this Chardonnay with seafood, poultry, or creamy pasta dishes. Its freshness and balance also make it an excellent choice for aperitif occasions, complementing a wide range of appetizers and snacks. Perfect with light seafood.
Codorniu Clasico Cava Brut
Spanish : Cava : Sparkling
90 Points (WE)
Codorníu is the oldest traditional producer of Cava in Spain. Founded in 1551 near Barcelona. Clásico defines a traditional cava. Fresh fruit and delicate aroma, made from the finest Macabeo, Xarel.lo and Parellada varietals. Pale yellow with elegant bubbles. Easy to enjoy, a pleasant, fresh, sparkling wine - ideal to ring in a special occasion.
Le Garenne Cremant de Loire
Loire Valley, France : Sparkling
92 Points (WS)
A blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc, this smoothly textured sparkling wine is full and rich. The white fruits and fresh citrus are a fine complement to this sparkling wine's touch of maturity. A perfect sparkling French wine in the finest tradition of Loire VAlley.
Le Garenne Souvignon Blanc 2023
France : Sauvignon Blanc
91 Points (WS)
The Tasting Panel-Touraine, Loire, France wrote "Scents of dill and snap peas intertwine with wet stone and honeysuckle for an expressive nose. The flinty palate leaves the mouth dry, but a striking salinity creates the mouthwatering effect that adds to the wine's lively and racy character."
Poliziano Lohsa Morellino 2021
Italy : Tuscany : Red
92 Points (JS)
James Suckling writes, “A firm-textured and fresh Morellino with black-cherry, orange-peel and mineral aromas and flavors. Medium body, creamy mouth-feel and a delicious finish. Drink or hold.” This beautiful Tuscan Red defines the genre and makes for an easily accessible entry into the world of big Tuscan Reds.
Sallier de la Tour Inzolia Sicilia 2022
Italy : Sicilian Inzolia : White
Bright, festive wine that sports a slightly golden hue that reminds us of the dazzling Sicilian sun and the formidable light that illuminates the alluring and exotic island of Sicily. Fragrant, subtle and faintly spicy, greets the palate with a fresh open smile, but once in the mouth it expresses a deeper layer of fruit, spice and stone. Ideal with Seafood and Poultry. Easy to love.
Tenuta Tascante Bunora Etna Bianco 2022
Italy : Sicily : Mt Etna : White
91 Points (WE)
Easy to enjoy with seafood & poultry. Light, peachy and floral on the nose with notes of melon and mixed citrus emerging after a moment,before more decadent ripe fruit notes come out on a very round and rich palate with a saline edge.
Collezione Oro Chianti Riserva DOCG 2019
Italy : Tuscany : Chianti : Red : Organic
89 Points (WE)
A firm and dry red Chianti is one of the finest examples of Chianti produced by the family owned and operated winery sustainable agriculture since 1860 this small tuscan winery exemplifies everything a classic Chianti should be. Pairs well with pasta, roast meats and flavor forward dishes. A simple wine, easily enjoyed.
Chateau de Varennes Beaujolais-Villages
French : Beaujolais : Red
88 Points (WE)
This single-estate wine has a soft, generous character. Bright fruits are smoothed out and ripe, giving a gentle texture that is lifted by final acidity. Pairs well with meats & cheese, stews and roasts. Simple, excellent, drink now.
The Stump Jump d’Arenberg Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Australia : Cabernet Sauvignon : Red
91 Points (WE)
A very easy drinking, maritime, warm-climate Cabernet Sauvignon. A core signature of blackcurrant and violets in the juicy palate delivers black fruits, cherry and currant with a touch of dried sage and a light freshness. The tannins are fine and polished.
Santa Julia Plus Malbec 2023
Argentina : Malbec : Organic : Red
88 Points (WE)
Dark violet and brilliant purple colors. Good complexity in the nose with typical Malbec aromas of ripe fruits such as figs, plums, blackberries and marmalades. Notes of vanilla, tobacco, coffee and chocolate. Full-bodied red wine with sweet tannins, good structure and long finish.
Gruppo Caffo Limoncino (Limoncello)
Italy : Limbadi : Digestif
95 Points
Limoncino is produced only with small Calabrian lemons transporting you to Italy in the first sip. Organic, all natural with no color added. Freshly sliced lemon greets the nose along with subtle aromas reminiscent of juniper. The palate is smooth with a clean edge provided by the distillation, displaying pure lemon throughout with a faintly honeyed finish. Traditionally served chilled, fantastic served neat or over ice, provides a stunning upgrade to a cocktail, and enhances any dish as an ingredient.
Angeline Rose of Pinot Noir 2023
California : Pinot Noir : Rose
90 Points
This wine captures the essence of California's Pinot Noir in a rosé presenting with a beautiful pale pink hue, aromas of strawberry and rose petals, and a crisp, refreshing palate. Works with fish, meat, & cheese - the essence of versatile.
Magistrate Reserve Chardonnay 2018
California : Napa Valley
88 Points
It’s rare to encounter a Napa Valley white of such mineral-etched texture, aromatic nuance, and clear potential for aging. A full-bodied wine that really delivers in the flavour department. A rich, golden colour in the glass, the bouquet unfolds with aromas of baked pear and apple, followed by tropical fruit and a lively hit of citrus. The palate is rich and broad with some buttery oak and creamy flavours on the finish. Ideal with Seafood and Poultry.
Bethel Heights Estate Chardonnay 2017
Oregon : Willamette Valley
92 Points
Crisp apple fruit is threaded with light suggestions of vanilla and butterscotch. The relatively low alcohol brings white-radish highlights into play, along with some citrusy herbs such as pineapple sage. A light elegant wine with the acids and structure to nicely match white fish or simple poultry.
Vinum Cellars Chenin Blanc 2022
California : Central Valley : White
89 Points (VB)
Vinum has shaken up 100% Clarksburg-area Chenin Blanc in this fun bottling, which is Cava-like in its smoothness and light aromatics. Balanced with a dry finish, the tropical honey notes of this wine are very enjoyable, its acidity ready for cheese or seafood.
Didyme Tenuto Capofaro Malvasia 2020
Italy: Sicily & Sardinia : White
92 Points
Aromas of elderflower, citrus and yellow stone fruit mingle with a whiff of wet rock. Reflecting the nose, the tangy palate offers grapefruit, ripe apricot and saline alongside fresh acidity. Great Value, perfect with a cheese plate or seafood.
Vietti Moscato d’Asti 2023
Italy : Asti Piemonte : Sparkling
93 Points (JP)
Bright straw with shimmering hints of gold. Intense aromas of ripe yellow fruit (peach, apricot), floral notes (rose petal) and hints of ginger. Sweet and delicate on the palate, with modest acidity, and good balance and complexity. Hints of fresh apricot on the finish. Drink as an aperitif, perfect accompaniment to Seafood, Pan-Asian cuisine and lobster as well as pastry, fruit based and creamy desserts and blue cheeses.
Adami Garbel Brut Prosecco
Italy : Sparkling
86 Points (WE)
Opening with aromas of ripe orchard fruit, this delightful, informal sparkler offers yellow apple, Bartlett pear and just a hint of beeswax. It's fun and fresh, with brisk acidity and a lively perlage. Easy to drink, unpretentious and joyful.
Scaia Garganega Chardonnay 2022
Italy : Venito Scalia : White
90 Points (JS)
Straw yellow with greenish reflections. Aromas of white flowers of acacia, jasmine, bouquet of citrus such as pineapple, grapefruit and orange, apple, pear and mango and a light note of bananas. The flavor is fresh and pleasant thanks to its sustained acidity. Well balanced softness and tanginess, making it inviting and intriguing.
La Valentina Montepulciano Rose 2021
Italian : Central Italy : Rose
86 Points (WE)
Simple and fun with notes of bruised cherry, crushed raspberry and shaved cinnamon give this rose an easy, approachable vibe. It's well balanced by brisk acidity and fuzzy tannins, making it a solid choice as an aperitif, pairing well with everything from sandwiches to light meals.
Penley Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon
Australia : Coonawarra : Red
92 Points (WE)
A complex bouquet full of black fruits and varietal herbs. Blood plum, blackcurrant, anise and fresh thyme with a glimpse of purple flowers. Medium-bodied in structure with a juicy core of ripe fruit flavors. Integrated French oak notes complement the seamless powdery tannins giving rise to a long satisfying palate.
Quinta do Noval Tawny Port
Portugal
90 Points (WE)
Intense color. It has a more complex nose than the Ruby, showing youthful fruit with a raspberry character. On the palate it is medium sweet with a well balanced fruit and richness. Drink it slightly chilled as an aperitif or at room temperature with a dessert.
Chambers Muscadelle
Australia : Sherry
97 Points (WE)
Delicious with excellent length and freshness. Walnut-hued with a pale rim, it's rich and heady, billowing raisin, fig, coffee and chocolate-covered nuts dusted in cinnamon. Secondary notes of smoke and dusty library book add another layer of complexity. In the mouth it's intensely sweet and unctuous, but there's also a lovely tang of acidity, depth of flavor and a seemingly endless finish.
Schmerling’s Chocolate Liqueur
Switzerland
92 Points (NM)
The highest rated chocolate liquor in the world for a reason. Using the finest ingredients and a centuries old process with the highest grade Swiss chocolate this transforms any occasion in a celebration. Velvety richness, depth of flavor are given a smooth finish with the delicate balance of alcohol enriching, not overpowering the deep chocolate. The product of over fifty years of chocolate making experience the best of Switzerland.
Avignonesi-Capannelle 50 & 50 Sangiovese Merlot
Italy : Sangiovese Merlot
90 Points (MS)
A stunning red. The Sangiovese drives the boat, while the Merlot navigates. Aromas of tar, bacon, plum, and oak are strong. In the mouth, zingy cherry and plum flavors are supported by gritty tannins. Lots of fruit and power firm as a rock.
Andre Brunel Cotes du Rhône Villages Cuvee Sabrine 2019
France : Rhône Valley : Red
88 Points (WE)
Dark and intense, with notes of roasted meat, plum and black olive that give way to an espresso note with a clean finish. Ideal with pasta and roast meats such as beef, duck, and goose. A serious red, redolent of France and all things that make traditional French wine stand out. A classic.
El Coto Crianza 2020
Spain : Rioja : Red
90 Points (JS)
James Suckling wrote, “Creamy oak spices and chocolate to the elegant berries and plums. Medium-bodied on the palate with a fluid core of red fruit followed by soft tannins and a juicy, medium-length finish with a hint of cream”. This wine is a formidable example of finest Spanish Riojas. Wonderful with cheese boards, meats, and pasta.
Vietti Barbera D’Asti Trevigne
Italy : Piedmont : Red
93 Points (JP)
Jeff Porter writes: “Vietti continues to achieve year in and year out. The Trevigne Barbera continues that streak with a wine that begins with all bass notes. Deep and dark aromas of black cherry, roasted plums, candied violets and sweet spices. The wine is juicy and lush on the palate with gobs of blackberries and a touch of dried lavender and savory spice. The wine finishes with a brightness needed to keep the wine fresh.”
San Simeon Viognier 2023
California : Central Coast : White
87 Points (WE)
Matt Kettmann writes, “This powerfully tropical expression shows guava, apple blossom and peach on the nose. The palate is broad with cantaloupe, jasmine and guava flavors, proving quite ripe.” This is an easy white to like while expanding the palate into the world of Viognier. Perfect as an aperitif and Ideal with seafood and lighter pasta