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December 19th 2024 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray

Monday, 12/16: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday, 12/17: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday, 12/18: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday, 12/19: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday, 12/20: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday, 12/21: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine

Tuesday, 12/17: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Wednesday, 12/18: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Thursday, 12/19: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Friday, 12/20: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Saturday, 12/21: 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM...

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December 16th 2024 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray

Monday, 12/16: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday, 12/17: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday, 12/18: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday, 12/19: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday, 12/20: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday, 12/21: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine

Tuesday, 12/17: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Wednesday, 12/18: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Thursday, 12/19: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Friday, 12/20: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Saturday, 12/21: 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM...

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December 12th 2024 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray

Monday-Friday: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Saturday: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine

Tuesday-Friday: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Saturday: 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Kistler Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: This wine captivates with its vibrant bouquet of red berries, rose petals, and a hint of earthy undertones. On the palate, it offers a harmonious blend of...

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December 9th 2024 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray

Monday, 12/9: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Tuesday, 12/10: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Wednesday, 12/11: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday, 12/12: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday, 12/13: 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday, 12/14: 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine

Tuesday, 12/10: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Wednesday, 12/11: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Thursday, 12/12: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Friday, 12/13: 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

Saturday, 12/14: 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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December 5th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 98 Points
2021 Pahlmeyer Napa Merlot

Delicious, velvety and mouth-filling, this wine could convert any merlot skeptic to being a fan. Mountain grown in the Stagecoach Vineyard and Waters Vineyard, it is intense and saturated with flavor but wrapped in luscious tannins that tempt you to drink it now. Blueberries, creme de cassis, cherries, cream and mint. 100% merlot. Drinkable now, but best from 2028. $130

Wine Spectator 96 Points, Top 100...

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December 3rd 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Gloria Ferrer Royal Cuveé Carneros 2015

An opulent, decadent style, with raspberry, poached pear, roasted nut and yeast roll flavors that build richness on the spicy finish. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Drink now. $60

Wine Spectator 94 Points, Top 100 #10
2022 Ramey Russian River Chardonnay

Oozing with character, this succulent and mouthwatering white offers a fleshy, juicy mix of perfectly ripe peach, mango and lemon bar flavors...

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November 26th 2024 Newsletter

Thanksgiving Hours:


Grape Tray

Tuesday and Wednesday: 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Thursday and Friday: Closed
Saturday: 10:30 AM-4:00 PM


Vintage Reserve Wine

Tuesday and Wednesday: 12:00 Noon-6:00 PM
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 12 Noon-4:00 PM
Saturday: 12 Noon-4:00 PM

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 On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Schramsberg Brut Rosé North Coast 2020

Generous yet steely at the core, with fragrant raspberry, rose petal and gingerbread accents that dance on the long, zesty finish...

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November 21st 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Saddleback Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon (New Vintage!)

Producer Notes: Nils’ Cabernet Sauvignon never disappoints! On the nose pleasant aromas of evergreens, dark cocoa and coriander delightfully heighten your senses after a deep inhale. On first taste, you'll notice an enveloping and bold mouthfeel. It then opens up, as the deep tannins dance around on the taste buds, and finishes with flavors of baked rhubarb, ground green peppercorn and all-spice...

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November 19th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 94 Points
2021 Desparada Soothsayer

The 2021 Soothsayer is a blend of 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Tempranillo, 15% Barbera, 10% Sangiovese, 10% Alicante Bouschet and 10% Cabernet Franc matured for 21 months in about one-third new French oak. Its tricolored fruit—blackcurrant, red cherry and boysenberry—is complemented by accents of vanilla, charcuterie, licorice and earth. The full-bodied palate offers ripe yet not over-the-top flavors. It...

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November 14th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 94 Points, 2024 Top 100 #6
Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District 2021

Super lush and polished in feel, with creamy-textured açaí, mulberry and cassis notes gliding through slowly. Laced with alluring hints of violet, iris and anise, this offers a melted licorice note on the finish, but the fruit wins out easily. Drink now through 2037. 13,363 cases made. $120

Wine Spectator 96 Points
CHÂTEAU DE ST.-COSME Gigondas Le Poste 202...

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November 12th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Turnbull Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: A blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot & 2% Malbec this 2022 shows surprising freshness and accessibility at such a young age and reveals a core of sweet plum tinged fruit along with already nicely integrated, yet structured tannins. $48

2022 Skylark Alondra Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Opaque. Aromatics of cassis, blackberry and black plum with a...

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November 7th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Sea Smoke Ten Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: A brooding and intense wine. The aromas begin with notes of ground cacao, raspberry and Friar plum, followed by a mix of spices and a hint of lavender. Firm, mature tannins - evidence of Ten’s ageability - are followed by a long, velvety finish. CA Market Price: $125-$175

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Taste Pinot Noir: 2020 Castalia Rochioli, 2022 Belle Glos Dairyman Russian River and 2022 Hartford Court Jennife...

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November 5th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 97 Points
Krug Grande Cuvee 172nd Edition Brut NV

Beautiful notes of dried citrus fruit, lemon curd and dried apples with hints of spices, dried flowers and subtle brioche. I like the polished and caressing texture and steady, refreshing acidity. It’s fresh and even austere, with notes of ground spices. So vertical and firm. Structured and long. $300

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Taste 2023 Mary Taylor Bordeaux Blanc and 2022 Louis Latour Corton Château Corto...

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October 31st 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2019 Saddleback Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: On the nose, pleasing aromas of cassis, blackberry, bay leaf, cocoa, light oak and Earl Grey leaves. On the palate, it approaches with a velvety, silky tannins with a full mouthfeel. The well balanced minerality ends with a highly structured, but soft, strawberry, pomegranate and coffee finish. The tannins smoothly grip you on the first taste, but pleasantly soften into a gracefully spectacula...

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October 29th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 94 Points
Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec Paraje Altamira Nicasia Vineyard 2021 | $120

Fresh and mineral-driven, this silky red delivers a pure beam of red currant and raspberry flavors, adding loam and tea leaf accents as this unfurls on the well-defined finish around plush tannins and a note of cocoa-dusted raspberry. Drink now through 2036. 1,667 cases made, 200 cases imported. $120

Wine Advocate 98 Points

2021 Peter Michael Au Paradis Cabe...

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October 24th 2024 Newsletter

WOW-59% Off!
Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
2017 Siduri Pinot Noir Soberanes Vineyard

From a site just beside Gary's, yet planted in 2008 and 2009, the 2017 Pinot Noir Soberanes Vineyard was completely destemmed (Adam doesn't like the stems from younger vines) and spent 11 months in 40% French. It offers plenty of black cherry, scorched earth, black raspberry, and forest floor notes as well as a medium to full-bodied, rounded, nicely textured, layered style on the palate. $55 Our Price $22.45 (Available...

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October 22nd 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

JEB DUNNUCK 95 POINTS
2021 Chappellet Cabernet Franc

Looking first at the 2021 Cabernet Franc, this beauty is based on 78% Cabernet Franc, 7% each Merlot and Malbec, and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Red and black currants, fresh figs, savory flowers, spicy wood, and some camphor notes all soar from the glass, and it's medium to full-bodied, with a pure, elegant mouthfeel, beautiful tannins, and outstanding length. This is a stunning Cab...

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October 17th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Linne Calodo The Slacker Computer Geek

Winemaker Notes: The 2022 Computer Geek is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, and Mourvedre from the Linne Calodo estates. Aromas of strawberry, raspberry, cardamom and wet loam anticipate flavors of black plum, blackberry and mocha. The palate is flush, focused and spicy with energetic textures. Whole-cluster notes of peppercorn and clove linger on a deep, integrated finish. A wine for those in the know. 7...

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October 15th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Kongsgaard Napa Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Our historic blend of the Hudson and Hyde vineyards is augmented in 2022 with fruit from the spectacular Coombsville estate planted by Warren Winiarski for a wine of both energy and opulence. In line with the previous bottlings, the wine is defined by the tension of citrus and honeyed aromas over a vibrant, saline, mineral finish. When Robert Parker was visiting, he called this the Bâtard-Montrachet of Na...

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October 10th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 92 Points
DEUTZ Brut Champagne Classic NV (Review Published 2024)

Graphite and mineral hints underscore the ripe and appealing notes of white cherry, nectarine, pomelo and pickled ginger on display in this bright, elegant version, with a finely detailed mousse. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. Drink now. 166,667 cases made, 5,833 cases imported. —Alison Napjus $59

Wine Spectator 92 Points
Vilmart Brut Champagne Grande Réserve NV...

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October 8th 2024 Newsletter

Two Eurocave Revelation Double L wine cellars in perfect condition for sale

Two double cellars with opposing hinged doors available. Each unit has a 364 bottle capacity. The units are fully lighted, have temperature and humidity control and have soft close shelving.

New units cost $12,790. Asking price: $5,000 per unit/OBO

Contact Carolyn 925-336-4270

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Pine Ridge Stags Leap Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Providing a great point-counterp...

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October 3rd 2024 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Reata Chardonnay Sonoma Coast, 2019 Brassfield High Valley Pinot Noir and 2021 Ghost Block Cabernet Sauvignon Yountville Ghost Block Vineyard at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Thursday, October 3rd. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 91 Points
Reata Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2019

Big and open-textured, with intense creamy and buttery accents to the ripe white fruit flavors. Concentrated spiciness lingers on the plush finish. Drink now through 2023. 3,585 cases...

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October 1st 2024 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points
Vilmart Brut Champagne Grande Réserve NV (Review Published 9/2/2024)

Vivid acidity creates a mouthwatering frame for the white raspberry, blood orange, salted Marcona almond and star anise flavors carried on the lightly chalky mousse of this sleek and focused Champagne. Lightly briny and lingering on the finish. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Disgorged July 2023. Drink now through 2029. 750 cases imported. $72/750ml. Half Bottles $50. In Store Price $20.95/375ml (Arrives GT...

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September 26th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 98 Points
2019 Vineyard 29 Cabernet Sauvignon Aida Estate

Another magical wine in the lineup, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Aida Estate is just about all Cabernet with 2% Cabernet Franc, raised 20 months in 80% new barrels. Pure crème de cassis, truffly earth, lead pencil, new leather, and herbes de Provence-like notes define this rich, concentrated, full-bodied, yet utterly seamless 2019. It shows the layered, ripe, opulent style of the vinta...

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September 24th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 98 Points
2019 CADE Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

Up with the crème de la crème of the vintage, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is pure Napa gold, offering a sensational nose of cassis and blueberry fruits as well as incredible purity in its violet, sappy herb, tobacco, and spring flower-like aromas and flavors. With full-bodied richness and depth on the palate, it has perfect tannins, a great mid-palate, and one heck of a fin...

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September 19th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 94 Points
Résonance Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2022

Fragrant raspberry and fresh violet aromas lead to elegantly layered cherry, mineral and savory tea flavors, with a silky mouthfeel that slowly builds tension on the polished finish. Drink now through 2033. 15,299 cases made. $40

Wine Advocate 91 Points
2022 Whitehall Lane Rutherford Napa Sauvignon Blanc

The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc—it includes 20% Sémillon—was mostly fermented and aged in...

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September 17th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Thread Feathers Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of dusty graphite, crushed rock and dried herb linger with cocoa powder and coffee bean in this intensely concentrated, powerful, mountain-grown wine. Seamless, complex and structured, the palate offers a dense array of red and dark fruit flavors highlighted by cassis and tobacco leaf with hints of leather and blackberry compote. Soft, rich, and round, it delivers well-integ...

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September 12th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
2022 Roar Rosella’s Chardonnay

From the coolest site this team works with, the 2022 Chardonnay Rosella's Vineyard reveals a medium gold hue as well as a classy nose of ripe stone fruits, honeyed lemons, minty herbs, and some subtle tropical flowers. With medium-bodied richness, it builds nicely with time in the glass and has beautifully integrated oak, a layered mouthfeel, integrated acidity, and a great finish. It's another gorgeo...

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September 10th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2022 Walter Hansel Winery Pinot Noir The South Slope Vineyard

The 2022 Pinot Noir The South Slope Vineyard is made entirely from the Dijon clone 777 and pours a deep magenta hue. In the glass, it gives off a more floral perfume, with notes of violets, black raspberry coulis, sweet cedar, and mossy forest floor, and brighter fresh red fruit comes through on the palate. Medium-bodied, it reveals more focus on the palate, with a mouth...

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September 5th 2024 Newsletter

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2021 Goose Ridge g3 Estate Chardonnay (Wine Enthusiast 90 Points)

Winemaker Notes: The 2021 G3 Chardonnay shows layered aromas of nectarine and Bartlett pear accented with hints of hazelnut, butterscotch, and faint flint. The palate opens soft, supple, and juicy showing lively flavors of pineapple, peach, and tangerine. The wine's structure brightens and lifts into a dazzling finish with intense notes of lemon zest, citrus pith balanced with sweet toast and honey. $15 Our Price $6.25...

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September 3rd 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 95 Points
Domaine de la Côte Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills Bloom's Field 2022

A juicy, well-built red, with a structured core of dark cherry and boysenberry fruit harnessed by streaks of wet stone, savory and tobacco, while bay and sandalwood hints peek in on the finish. This is still tight, coiled and steely, but the energy is there for unfurling in the cellar. Best from 2025 through 2038. 925 cases made. $105

Wine Advocate 92-94 Points
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August 29th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Laird Family Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2021

A lush, flattering style, with warmed cassis, fresh açaí berry and boysenberry pâte de fruit notes pressed together by bittersweet cocoa–accented toast. Dark and winey through the finish, with a streak of tar underneath that gives the lush fruit a solid grounding. Best from 2025 through 2037. 1,400 cases made. $70

Jeb Dunnuck 98+ Points
2019 O'Shaughnessy Cabernet Sauvignon Howell...

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August 27th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 96 Points
Domaine de la Côte Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills La Côte 2022

This sports dark cherry, currant and raspberry fruit flavors that are mulled in feel, but kept taut and lively by a torrent of acidity, while sage, warm earth, white pepper, savory and flint notes bounce around. Overall a bit sauvage in feel, this is a compelling wine, but needs cellaring to tame it and allow it to stretch out. Best from 2026 through 2038. 368 cases made...

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August 22nd 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Louis Michel & Fils Chablis Vaillons 2022

Expressive and complex, this flinty white features peach, lemon, mineral and lanolin aromas and flavors. Harmonious and silky in texture, evolving nicely on the palate to the long fruit- and mineral-stained aftertaste. Drink now through 2033. 100 cases imported. $55

Wine Advocate 96 Points
2020 Donnachadh Sta. Rita Hills Estate Pinot Noir

The 2020 Pinot Noir Estate is concentrated and str...

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August 20th 2024 Newsletter

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Ultimate Beverage Challenge 92 points
2020 Mionetto Prosecco Rose, Prestige NV Extra Dry

Enticing and exotic aromas of papaya, Key Lime, pomegranate juice, and acai. Fruit-forward on the palate with persistent bubbles, lush red berries, and bright red apple, it finishes dry and mineral with lasting red apple. $19 Our Price $6.25 (Arrives GT this afternoon)

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2022 Roar Pinot Noir Clos Pepe Vineyard

The only release not fro...

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August 15th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2023 Peter Michael L’Après-Midi Sauvignon Blanc

Winemakers Notes: A fanfare of passion fruit, apricot, pear, white peach, jasmine, white rose and lemon blossom announce the expressive nose of the 2023 ‘L’Après-Midi’. A lively entry with juicy acidity and a creamy mouthfeel leads to a highly concentrated, structured mid-palate. This Sauvignon Blanc possesses great body and drive with impressive length, all while exhibiting an effortless balance and level...

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August 13th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Astrolabe Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2023

A fresh and zippy white, offering a vibrant mouthful of green papaya, passion fruit and Key lime flavors that are generous and concentrated on a smooth and mouthwatering frame. Hints of green tea, lemongrass and pink peppercorn add more dimensions on the long, expressive finish. Drink now. 10,000 cases imported. $22

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2021 Roar Rosella’s Pinot Noir

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August 6th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Enthusiast 92 Points
Beckmen 2021 Cuvée Le Bec Red

This wine always overdelivers, and this vintage's blend of 50% Syrah, 38% Grenache, 7% Mourvèdre and 5% Counoise continues the tradition. Aromas of baked berry, cinnamon, mace and wood on the nose land with lively energy on the palate. The brisk plum and cinnamon flavors are undercut by clay, dust and fine tannins. A very versatile wine for the table. $30

2023 Beckmen Sauvignon Blanc

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August 1st 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 92 Points
Castello di Volpaia Chianti Classico 2021

A racy version, this boasts black cherry, blueberry, violet and iron flavors. Features a firm line of tannins that work in concert with the acidity, while flashes of Mediterranean scrub peek through. Mouthwatering finish. Sangiovese and Merlot. Drink now through 2032. 15,000 cases made, 14,000 cases imported. $30

Wine Spectator 94 Points
Ridge Geyserville Alexander Valley 2022

Deeply stru...

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July 30th 2024 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 96-99 Points
2021 Opus One

More in the structured style of the 2018 as opposed to the voluptuous style of the 2019, the 2021 Opus One is another riveting wine from this estate. Pure cassis, graphite, chocolate, and nicely integrated oak, as well as an undeniable sense of minerality, all emerge from the glass, and it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, building tannins, wonderful purity and precision, and a great finish. This is a classic Napa Valley Cabernet in the m...

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July 25th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2022 Perchance Estates Sauvignon Blanc Beckstoffer Melrose Vineyard

From vines planted in 2000 and brought up in 75% new French oak, the 2022 Sauvignon Blanc Beckstoffer Melrose Vineyard is a brilliant white revealing classic lemon and floral notes, as well as some background tropical and spicy nuances. With great acidity, medium body, and beautiful overall balance, this will stand toe to toe with a great Bordeaux Blanc. It should...

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July 23rd 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Prunotto Nebbiolo Occhetti 2020

Winemaker Notes: The 2020 Occhetti is ruby red in color with garnet hues. On the nose, aromas of raspberries are complemented by notes of rose petals and licorice. The palate is full and harmonious with a lengthy, tannin-rich finish. $25

Wine Advocate 99 Points
2020 L'Aventure Winery • Estate Cuvée

A blend of 45% Syrah, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Petit Verdot, the 2020 Estate Cuvée is another outstanding wine from L'Av...

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July 18th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Enthusiast 93 Points
2021 Sequoia Grove Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

This velvety, opulent wine is rich in baked cherry and blackberry aromas, with dark chocolate and crème de cassis flavors. Layers of fruit and oak spices fill the palate, shaped gently by fine-grained tannins. Best from 2026–2034. — Jim Gordon. $55

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Taste Pinot Noir: 2021 Carmel Road MONTEREY, 2022 Alma Cattleya Sonoma and 2022 Rochioli Russian River Valley at Vintage Reserve...

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July 16th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Caterwaul Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Our 2022 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon continues to deliver complexity and depth representative of fruit that is usually destined for single-vineyard bottlings. Inky dark purple in the glass, this wine lends aromatics of ripe cherry, dusky violets, and baking spice. The near-sweetness of roasted meats on the nose causes a mouthwatering reaction. Rich, opulent and full-bodied, the initial impact re...

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July 11th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Roger Domaine du Carrou Sancerre Rose 2023

Winemaker Notes: This wine comes from the highest single vineyard in all of Bué, and this cold climate shows in the gorgeously pure and tense flavors of crushed red berries, pomelo zest, and cherries. The saline finish is pure, silky and endlessly refreshing. 100% Pinot Noir. $28

Wine Spectator 94 Points
CRAGGY RANGE Sauvignon Blanc Martinborough Te Muna 2023

Fresh and precise, with lime, mango and passion fruit...

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July 9th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 91 Points
Rochioli Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley 2022

Features wild fennel, white grapefruit and yuzu flavors that are fresh, mouthwatering and focused, with details of lemon curd, fresh-cut Honeycrisp apple and sea salt on the crisp finish. Drink now. 2,552 cases made. $54

Wine Spectator 92 Points
Rochioli Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2022

Plump and juicy, this lush crowd-pleaser offers delicious cherry and raspberry compote not...

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July 5th 2024 Newsletter

4th of July Holiday Hours:

Grape Tray (GT)
Open 7/5 and 7/6/24

Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Open 7/5 and 7/6/24

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 91 Points
Rutherford Hill Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2016

This has matured, showing a light mulled edge to its mix of raspberry, plum and cherry notes, while flickers of sassafras and red tea chime through the silky finish. Drink now through 2025. 11,679 cases made. $49

Jonathan Cristaldi, Decanter 93 Points
Force &am...

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July 2nd 2024 Newsletter

4th of July Holiday Hours:

* Grape Tray (GT)
Closed 7/4/24
Open 7/5 and 7/6/24

* Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Closed 7/4/24
Open 7/5 and 7/6/24

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 On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2023 Spottswoode Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: The 2023 vintage was long and temperate, and at times, blissfully cool. The resulting wine has a great balance of richness and texture and a very well-delineated backbone of vibrant acidity. Aromatics and flavors of lemon, mandarin, Asian pear, and white...

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June 27th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2022 The Setting Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc

The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is ripe and tropical, with forward, sunny aromas of mango, fresh grapefruit, and rounded floral aromas. Medium-bodied, with driving energy and good concentration in its vibrant notes of pure lime citrus, fresh apple, and delicate spice, it’s a more serious style to hold another 6-12 months and drink 2024-2034. $40

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2021 Force & Grace Revelist N...

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June 25th 2024 Newsletter

Two wine tastings today:

Tuesday, June 25th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

#1. Taste 2022 Louis Jadot Bourgogne Chardonnay, 2022 Sokol Blosser Estate Pinot Gris and 2023 Quinta de Soalheiro Alvarinho at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.

2022 Louis Jadot Bourgogne Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Along with a lovely pale color, this wine has an expressive nose of medium intensity green apple, pear and crushed stone with floral notes. The palate brings forth bright, fresh, citrus fruits wi...

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June 20th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 94 Points * 2020 Chateau Buena Vista Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Expressive and lush nose of creamy berries, dark cherries, vanilla, cassis and sweet oak spices. Full body with fine, creamy tannins. Rich and full of generous creamy berries and an equally demonstrative and dense finish with excellent length. Better from 2025. $42

James Suckling 94 Points
2021 Amici Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Aromas of blackcurrants, iodine, oyster shell, and dark...

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June 18th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Louis Jadot Bourgogne Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Along with a lovely pale color, this wine has an expressive nose of medium intensity green apple, pear and crushed stone with floral notes. The palate brings forth bright, fresh, citrus fruits with slight tropical notes of apricots and pineapples. Expect balanced, fresh acidity and stony minerality that stems from its sunny southern birthplace. $18

2022 Summer Dreams Twilight Sonoma Coast Pinot

Winem...

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June 11th 2024 Newsletter

Back in stock! WOW*72% Off!
James Suckling 92 Points
2018 Mondavi Napa Chardonnay

An abundance of ripe stone and tropical fruit on the nose. It’s full-bodied with aromas and flavors of mango, yellow peach, salted butter and powdered praline. Lightly smoky with a crisp finish. Drink or hold. $35 Our Price $9.95 (Available GT and VRW)

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Wine Spectator 94 Points
Roar Syrah Santa Lucia Highlands Rosella's Vineyard 2021

Rich and polished, yet agilely...

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June 6th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 94 Points
2022 Tenuta San Guido Guidalberto

Made with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, the Tenuta San Guido 2022 Guidalberto gives you a good taste of the same DNA that brings us one of Italy's greatest wines, Sassicaia, but it's offered in a more immediate style here (thanks to the addition of the Merlot). This warm vintage opens to medium-dark concentration and very plump aromas that take you immediately to blackberry and blackcurrant sitt...

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June 4th 2024 Newsletter

WOW*72% Off!
James Suckling 92 Points
2018 Mondavi Napa Chardonnay

An abundance of ripe stone and tropical fruit on the nose. It’s full-bodied with aromas and flavors of mango, yellow peach, salted butter and powdered praline. Lightly smoky with a crisp finish. Drink or hold. $35 Our Price $9.95 (Available GT and VRW)

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 98+ Points
2021 Vine Hill Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon VHR

Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged in 70% new French...

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May 30th 2024 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
Roar Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands Sierra Mar Vineyard 2021

Another pretty, perfumed wine in the vintage, the 2021 Pinot Noir Sierra Mar Vineyard has ripe strawberry and framboise-like fruit as well as ample background spice and dried herb nuances, and it gains a darker, floral edge with time in the glass. Medium-bodied on the on the palate, with nicely integrated oak, velvety tannins, and just a round, supple mouthfeel, it's dr...

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May 23rd 2024 Newsletter

Back in stock GT and VRW
WOW-71% Off! 2019 Callaway Cellars Ely Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Dark ruby in color, with aromas of classic Paso Robles blackberry and spice. Mouth-filling flavors of ripe plum, vanilla oak and cola with a robust finish. $17 Our Price $4.95

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On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Peju Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Our 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon exudes a captivating blend of ripe fruit aromas, accompanied by subtle spicy undertones and deli...

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May 16th 2024 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2022 The Setting Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc

The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is ripe and tropical, with forward, sunny aromas of mango, fresh grapefruit, and rounded floral aromas. Medium-bodied, with driving energy and good concentration in its vibrant notes of pure lime citrus, fresh apple, and delicate spice, it’s a more serious style to hold another 6-12 months and drink 2024-2034. $40

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points
2020 The Setting Cabernet Sauvign...

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May 14th 2024 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Miner Napa Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Sourced from select low-yielding vineyards in Napa Valley, Miner Family Chardonnay is characterized by crisp apple, ripe melon and citrus flavors, gently balanced with toasty French oak. Their winemaker uses malolactic fermentation in moderation to retain the wine's bright acidity. More than a decade after this Chardonnay put Miner on the map, this wine remains a classic. $44

Wine Advocate 94 Points
2020 Bookwa...

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May 7th 2024 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
2015 BOND Matriarch

For readers looking to experience the style of the Bond releases at a slightly less painful price, the 2015 Matriarch is a good option, and in 2015 it’s not far from the single vineyard releases. Offering a Melbury-like sensation of graphite, with plenty of lead pencil, violets, and red and black fruits, this beauty is full-bodied, opulent, and loaded with the sweet fruit that makes 2015 such a compelling vintag...

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May 2nd 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 94 Points
RAMEY Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2022

Oozing with character, this succulent and mouthwatering white offers a fleshy, juicy mix of perfectly ripe peach, mango and lemon bar flavors, with fresh herbal accents of lemon verbena and vetiver. Offers accents of freshly grated ginger, tangerine and crunchy sea salt on the finish. Drink now through 2036. —M.W. $50

2022 Chappellet Mt Cuvee

Winemaker Notes: This beautifully aromatic wi...

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April 25th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
THE CALLING Chardonnay Russian River Valley Dutton Ranch 2022

An expressive version, with generous notes of ripe tropical fruit, including papaya, grilled pineapple and mango. There's also a wonderful sense of restraint in the way the acidity and supple texture play with the flavors. Touches of vanilla shortbread, candied ginger and orange blossoms add fragrant grace notes. Drink now. —M.W. $35

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2021 Radio-Co...

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April 18th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
2019 Laird Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

A juicy, ripe and packed style, with a core of dark currant and boysenberry preserves flanked by singed vanilla and black licorice. Ends with toasty oomph, but with good underlying energy as well. Drink now through 2034. $70

Wine Advocate 95 Points
2019 Altesino Brunello di Montalcino

The Altesino 2019 Brunello di Montalcino boasts a rich and savory side that this wine wears very well. There is...

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April 11th 2024 Newsletter

Special tasting event this Saturday benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society®.

See details and RSVP information in the Saturday Tasting Section.

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Robert Sinskey Vin Gris of Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: A rosé for all seasons - this organically farmed, whole cluster pressed Vin Gris of Pinot Noir deserves attention year ‘round. The glimmering salmon color provides a clue that this wine is a pure, vibrant, well-crafted beverage. Bright, spri...

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April 9th 2024 Newsletter

Special tasting event this Saturday benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society®.
See details and RSVP information in the Saturday Tasting Section.

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 92 Points
Revana Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford Ithaca Vineyard 2016

Warm plum and black currant paste flavors are lined with singed cedar, tobacco and warm earth notes, picking up a light leathery tug as the fruit keeps pace through the finish. Best from 2020 through 2030. 500 cases...

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April 4th 2024 Newsletter

New Arrival-WOW 52% Off! 2022 Studio by Miraval Rose, 750ml

Winemaker Notes: A delicate, limpid and brilliant pale pink with seductive floral aromas. On the palate, this wine is ample and generous with fruity notes of citrus, grapefruit and fig, perfectly balanced by a nice mineral structure. The finish offers a hint of bitterness and lemony character. $20 Our Price $9.65 (Arrives GT 4/5/24)

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2022 Caymus California Cabernet Sauvignon

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April 2nd 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Lancaster Winemaker’s Cuvee Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: This wine delivers the epitome of complexity and depth. The combination of warm climate and alluvial and gravelly loam soil found on our estate is ideal for creating balanced wines of concentration and richness. Dark purple in the glass, this wine opens with aromas of indulgent, dark berry fruit with savory undertones and notes of toasted oak. The palate is full bodied with multi-layered flavors...

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March 26th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Vocoret & Fils Chablis Les Clos 2021

Linear and intense, this precise white is marked by a mix of lemon, apple, peach and stone flavors, with accents of white flowers and fresh herbs. Balanced and vibrant, with a salty, mouthwatering finish. Best from 2024 through 2030. 100 cases imported. $150

Wine Spectator 94
Simonnet-Febvre Chablis Preuses 2020

An elegant white, offering delicate floral, peach and lemon cake aromas and flavor...

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March 21st 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 95 Points
Tekstura Pinot Noir Eola-Amity Hills Redford-Wetle Vineyard 2021

This compelling wine shows impressive structure and polish, with multilayered raspberry and blueberry flavors. Reveals notes of forest floor, crushed rock and black tea as this builds richness and tension toward medium-grained tannins. Drink now through 2033. 455 cases made.—T.F. $70

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Taste 2020 Château Fuissé Pouilly-Fuissé Tête de Cuvée, 2021 Résonance...

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March 19th 2024 Newsletter

WOW 67% Off! We purchased the remaining cases in the warehouse at a much lower cost resulting in a new price of $4.95

Wine Advocate 90 Points * 2022 Miraval Cotes de Provence Rose, Half Bottle

A blend of Cinsault, Grenache, Rolle and Syrah, sourced from vines planted on clay-limestone soils, the 2022 Cotes de Provence Rose reveals aromas of red berries, spices, peach, watermelon, spring flowers and pomegranate. Medium-bodied and elegantly oaky with a spicy touch, it’s fresh and fruity with a mou...

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March 14th 2024 Newsletter

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Wine Advocate 94-96 Points
2021 Résonance Chardonnay Willamette Valley

Still in barrel, the 2021 Chardonnay Willamette Valley is the first iteration of this wine from Résonance, made from both estate and purchased fruit. The nose opens with streaks of matchstick and crushed almonds that give way to a deep core of yellow apple, jasmine and touches of cream and butter. The medium-bodied palate is satiny and expansive with savory layers energized by focuse...

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March 12th 2024 Newsletter

Super Buy! WOW-47% Off!

2022 Comtesse Marion Cinsault Rose, IGP Pays d'Oc, France

Winemaker Notes: The Comtesse Marion Rose is made from 100% Cinsault sourced from a village of Vias, on the Mediterranean coast that were grown in rocky volcanic soil on 25+ year old vines. The grapes were direct pressed, fermented and aged in stainless steel. Cinsault is a perfect variety for Rose, giving this wine its energetic pulse of minerality and juiciness. Flavors of rhubarb, pomegranate, and red cherries a...

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March 7th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 95 Points
Oddero Barbaresco Gallina 2020

Elegant and well-integrated, offering strawberry, wild cherry, floral, licorice and tobacco aromas and flavors. Succulent and harmonious, remaining fresh and resonant as this lingers on the long, mineral-infused aftertaste. Best from 2026 through 2042. 800 cases made. $70

Wine Spectator 91 Points
Kanzler Chardonnay Russian River Valley Walker Station 2021

Mouthwatering and crisp, with green apple, p...

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March 5th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2021 Cattleya Wines Pinot Noir Cuvee Number Eight Sonoma Coast

A semi-opaque, deep ruby with a purple hint, the 2021 Pinot Noir Cuvee Number Eight takes on a darker profile, with wet stone, blackberry, pepper, and grilled rosemary. Full-bodied, it brings more structure, with ripe tannins, iron-rich earth, and kirsch as well as fresh lift on the finish. Drink 2025-2035. $65

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February 29th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Cakebread Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: The wonderfully pure, pretty nose of our Cabernet Sauvignon is redolent of warm berry cobbler, with lovely toasted boysenberry and blackberry scents joined by hints of wild cherry, loamy earth and oak vanillin. On the supple, beautifully structured palate, the wine offers rich, vibrant blackberry, plum and black cherry flavors framed by perfectly integrated tannins and a long, savory finish. Delici...

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February 27th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2019 Saddleback Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: On the nose, pleasing aromas of cassis, blackberry, bay leaf, cocoa, light oak and Earl Grey leaves. On the palate, it approaches with a velvety, silky tannins with a full mouthfeel. The well balanced minerality ends with a highly structured, but soft, strawberry, pomegranate and coffee finish. The tannins smoothly grip you on the first taste, but pleasantly soften into a gracefully spectacula...

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February 22nd 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 94 Points * RÉSONANCE Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2021

Precise and elegantly structured, with detailed raspberry, savory tea and crushed stone accents that gather richness and tension toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2031. 10,870 cases made.—T.F. $40

Wine Spectator 93 Points
PAHLMEYER Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Jayson 2021

Frankly ripe, offering an enticing gush of açaí, blackberry and black currant compote notes that roll th...

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February 20th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Vinous 94 Points
2021 Walter Hansel Cahill Lane Pinot Noir

The 2021 Pinot Noir Cahill Lane Vineyard is a nuanced, sensual wine. Bright red/purplish fruit, blood orange, spice, mint and hard candy infuse the 2021 with lovely depth. This mid-weight, pliant Pinot is a real charmer. Bright acids and sweet floral accents are wonderful complements to a core of Russian River fruit. $46

2021 Hourglass HG III Proprietary Red

Winemaker Notes: The 2021 HGIII is the...

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February 15th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 93 Points
2021 Merry Edwards Russian River Pinot

Lots of focused tannins and dark fruits such as cherries and strawberries. Hibiscus. Very clear and precise. Full to medium body. Very fine and clean tannins. Orange peel. Linear and racy finish. $56

Wine Spectator 95 Points
Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley 2022

A stunning white, this leaps out of the glass with aromatic mango, orange blossom and salted ripe melon flavors...

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February 13th 2024 Newsletter

WOW-61% Off!
2022 Bieler Pere et Fils Sabine Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence, Provence Rose

Winemaker Notes: The classic Provence Rosé profile is what every serious winemaker around the world attempts to mimic and for good reason. The winemaker's goal is to find the delicate balance between floral, herbal, wild red fruit (not overly ripe), stone fruit and acid. Enticing aromatics of peach, white cherry and wild raspberry that are balanced by summer flowers, white tea and Provence herbs. 32% Grenache...

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February 8th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 93 Points
Tolaini Al Passo Toscana 2019

A firm, polished red with subtle blackberry, blueberry and violet aromas, as well as some cedar, following through to a full body with fresh acidity, chewy tannins and a linear finish. Needs a couple of years to open. Try after 2024. $27

2022 Cuvaison Estate Los Carneros Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: Our 2022 Estate Sauvignon Blanc exhibits a playful combination of lemon verbena, lychee, and fresh...

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February 6th 2024 Newsletter

Hollis Nelson will be at VRW this Friday for our Staglin Estate wine tasting!

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
THE HESS COLLECTION Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Allomi 2021

Boysenberry and açaí berry fruit gives this a slightly exotic profile, but it's finely stitched with apple wood, sassafras and singed anise notes to keep it honest. The polished finish lets a chaparral note chime through the flashy fruit. This should have fans for sure. Drink...

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January 30th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points
2018 Beringer Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve is based on 98% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% each of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, brought up in 90% new French oak. It’s a beautiful wine that shows the vintage’s pure, elegant, yet concentrated style perfectly. Gorgeous crème de cassis, violets, blueberries, and cedar pencil notes emerge from the glass, and this beauty builds in...

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January 25th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2019 Caymus Special Selection Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Each year, we set aside the best barrels of our Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley to produce Special Selection. Distinguished by extremely fine, velvety tannins and enjoyable upon release or with aging. A wine of structure with intense concentration of supple flavors and dark fruits. Special Selection is the only wine in the world honored twice as Wine Spectator magazine’s “Wine of...

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January 23rd 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 98 Points
TENUTA DELL'ORNELLAIA 2020 ORNELLAIA

Alluring aromas of lead pencil and currants with crushed stone and iodine. Full-bodied with hemmed in tannins that are tight and focused. Very fresh and energetic with wonderful length and intensity for this vintage. Needs four or five years to come together. Better in 2028 and onwards. $300

James Suckling 93 Points
Taittinger Brut Champagne Prélude Grands Crus NV

This has attractive notes of...

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January 18th 2024 Newsletter

Save the date: 2024 Staglin Estate Wine Tasting with Hollis Nelson. Friday, February 9th

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Taste Chandon California Brut, Taittinger La Francaise Brut and 2013 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $20 per person.
Thursday, January 18th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Decanter 95 Points
Chandon California Brut

Elegant and vibrant aromas of crisp apples, zesty yellow citrus and touches of creamy notes. Very smooth and soft on the palate...

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January 16th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 97 Points
Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri-Sassicaia Sassicaia 2020

Complex aromas and flavors of black currant, blackberry, iron, sweet tobacco and Mediterranean herbs are the hallmarks of this elegant, tensile red, which is already revealing plenty, yet still feels reserved, as though there were many more facets to be discovered. Superb harmony and freshness prevail, ending with a long aftertaste. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best fr...

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January 11th 2024 Newsletter

WOW-69% Off!

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points
2022 Jean-Luc Colombo Cape Bleue Rose, 750ml

Composed of Syrah and Mourvèdre, this rosé sits pretty in the glass with flecks of rose gold. An expressive nose transports you to the Mediterranean coast with a fresh lilac bouquet, watermelon, peach, wild thyme and rose petals. Brisk acidity complements a fleshy texture and adds length to its saline, stony finish. A versatile summer companion that can hold its own from first to last course. — Anna-Christina Cabra...

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January 9th 2024 Newsletter

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Wine Advocate 92-94 Points
2020 Faiveley Les Charmes Chambolle Musigny Premier Cru

 The 2020 Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru Les Charmes is perfumed and elegant, soaring from the glass with scents of roses, peonies, orange rind and sweet red berries. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and sensual, with melting tannins, succulent acids and a saline finish, it's one of the most ethereal wines in the range. $220

2020 Faiveley Les Rugiens Pommard Premier Cru

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January 4th 2024 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
SCHRAMSBERG Brut Rosé North Coast 2020

Generous yet steely at the core, with fragrant raspberry, rose petal and gingerbread accents that dance on the long, zesty finish. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Drink now. 15,750 cases made. —Tim Fish. $50

Wine Spectator 91 Points
Delamotte Brut Champagne NV

A delicate, mineral-driven Champagne, with an underpinning of chalk, smoke and oyster shell layered with notes of poached apricot, citrone...

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January 2nd 2024 Newsletter

Taste 2020 Sella & Mosca Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva, 2019 Rocca di Frassinello Maremma Toscana Le Sughere di Frassinello and 2020 ANTINORI Chianti Classico Marchese Antinori Riserva at Vintage Reserve Wine for $15 per person.
Tuesday, January 2nd. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

James Suckling 94 Points
Sella & Mosca Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva 2020

Clean and focused with blackberry and dark-bark aromas and flavors. Medium to full body and firm, creamy tannins with length and focus. Lavender an...

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December 28th 2023 Newsletter

December Holiday Hours

Grape Tray
Thursday, 12/28 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/29 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/30 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine

Thursday, 12/28 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Friday, 12/29 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/30 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Vinous Media 100 Points
DuMOL MacIntyre Vineyard Russian River Valley Estate Pinot Noir 2021

The 2021 Pinot Noir MacIntyre Estate Vineyard is magnificent. Dark, plush...

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December 26th 2023 Newsletter

December Holiday Hours

Grape Tray
Tuesday, 12/26 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 12/27 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 12/28 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/29 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/30 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Tuesday, 12/26 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/27 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Thursday, 12/28 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Friday, 12/29 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/30 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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Taste 2021 Roar Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir, 2020 Chateau de...

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December 21st 2023 Newsletter

Holiday Hours

Grape Tray
Thursday, 12/21 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/22 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/23 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Thursday, 12/21 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Friday, 12/22 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/23 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 98 Points
2021 Pahlmeyer Napa Valley Chardonnay

Sliced cooked apples with biscuit and pie crust undertones, as well as hints of spices with some salted caramel...

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December 19th 2023 Newsletter

WOW-62% Off!
2017 Skyfall Columbia Valley Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: Black currant leads from the nose through the mid-palate. The fruit evolves into dark blackberry with hints of cocoa and vanilla. This is a big, structured wine with nice lingering flavors. $13 Our Price $4.95 (Limited to 8 cases in stock at GT)

December Holiday Hours

Grape Tray
Monday, 12/18 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday, 12/19 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 12/20 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 12/21 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/22 1...

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December 14th 2023 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray
Monday, 12/18 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday, 12/19 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 12/20 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 12/21 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/22 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/23 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Tuesday, 12/19 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/20 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Thursday, 12/21 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Friday, 12/22 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/23 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM...

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December 12th 2023 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray
Monday, 12/11 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday, 12/12 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 12/13 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 12/14 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/15 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/16 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Tuesday, 12/12 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/13 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Thursday, 12/14 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Friday, 12/15 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/16 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM...

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December 7th 2023 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray
Monday, 12/11 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday, 12/12 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 12/13 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 12/14 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/15 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/16 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Tuesday, 12/12 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/13 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Thursday, 12/14 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Friday, 12/15 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/16 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM...

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December 5th 2023 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray
Monday, 12/4 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday, 12/5 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 12/6 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 12/7 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/8 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/9 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Tuesday, 12/05 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/6 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Thursday, 12/7 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Friday, 12/8 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/9 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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November 30th 2023 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray
Monday, 12/4 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday, 12/5 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 12/6 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 12/7 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/8 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/9 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Tuesday, 12/5 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/6 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Thursday, 12/7 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Friday, 12/8 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/9 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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November 28th 2023 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be open on Monday during the month of December

Grape Tray
Monday, 12/4 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday, 12/5 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 12/6 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 12/7 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday, 12/8 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/9 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Tuesday, 12/5 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/6 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Thursday, 12/7 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Friday, 12/8 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/9 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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November 24th 2023 Newsletter

We are open on Saturday, 11/25

Grape Tray
Saturday, 11/25 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Saturday, 11/25 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2020 Thread Feathers Stags Leap Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: This 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a stunning expression of the Stags Leap District growing region. Grown on an eastern facing hillside on the west side of Silverado Trail, this wine is bright and opulent with dark fruit notes of dark cherry a...

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November 21st 2023 Newsletter

Holiday Hours:


Grape Tray
Tuesday, 11/21 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, 11/22 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday, 11/23 Happy Thanksgiving
Friday, 11/24 Closed
Saturday, 11/25 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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Vintage Reserve Wine
Tuesday, 11/21 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Wednesday, 11/22 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Thursday, 11/23 Happy Thanksgiving
Friday, 11/24 Closed
Saturday, 11/25 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 95 Points
Domaine Faiveley Gevrey-Chamberti...

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November 16th 2023 Newsletter

Give the gift of wine!
Gift Certificates available at GT and VRW

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 91 POINTS
CHÂTEAU DE ST.-COSME Côtes Du Rhône Les Deux Albion 2021

This seductive red offers a lot to like, with ripe red fruit and toasted aniseed notes showing an invigorating layer of white and black pepper through the harmonious, medium- to full-bodied frame. Hints of black tea and iron shavings add energy. Syrah, Grenache, Carignan, Mourvèdre and Clairette. Drink now th...

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November 9th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 92
2021 Chateau de Beaucastel Coudoulet Rouge

A terrific vintage for this wine, which was bottled just a couple of weeks prior to my late June visit, the 2021 Cotes du Rhone Coudoulet de Beaucastel is a blend of 30% each Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah, plus 10% Cinsault. From a vineyard just outside the boundaries of the appellation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, it's a remarkably consistent wine and always a solid value. Scents of...

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November 7th 2023 Newsletter

Pop Up Wine Tasting at VRW Wednesday, 11/8/23

JP Havens, Harlan Family will join us at VRW tomorrow from 3:00-4:30 PM.
We will taste the 2019 Harlan Family “The Mascot Napa Cabernet”. Tasting Cost: $10 per person.

2019 The Mascot Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: The wine is beautifully supple with a broadly fanned aromatic spectrum and an effortless depth of fruit. From a center point on the palate, the 2019 vintage undulates outward in all directions. Gentle, velvety swells pause and fo...

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November 2nd 2023 Newsletter

Pop Up Wine Tasting at VRW Friday, 11/3/23

Hollis Nelson, Staglin Family Vineyard will join us at VRW this Friday from 2:00-3:00 PM.
We will taste the 2021 Salus Napa Chardonnay, 2019 Salus Napa Cabernet, 2016 and 2018 Estate Cabernet. Tasting Cost: $35 per person.

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On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 96 Points
2021 Anthill Farms Comptche Ridge Pinot Noir

The 2021 Pinot Noir Comptche Ridge is powerful and expressive, with pure scents of wild berries, lavender...

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October 31st 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 94 Points
Hudson Vineyards Chardonnay Napa Valley Carneros 2021

Impressive for the generous, plump flavors and the restraint and elegance of the candied ginger peel, briny preserved lemon, peppery white flower and buttery peach pastry flavors on a plush frame. Reveals a juicy thread of acidity. Drink now. 1,638 cases made. $75

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2020 Peter Michael L'Esprit Des Pavots

Inky red with a purple tinge, the 2020 L'Esprit Des P...

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October 26th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Kongsgaard Napa Chardonnay
2021 Ballentine Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: This is a fruit-forward wine, with dark fruit dominating the palate. Blackberry, blueberry, black cherry, and currants explode on the nose and palate. Black currant, raspberry, and cherry pair seamlessly with cigar box, leather, tobacco leaf, and subtle herbaceous. Hints of black olive, black tea, dark cocoa, and eucalyptus complement the soft tannins and keep this...

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October 24th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Maybach Irmgard, Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast

Thomas Brown, Winemaker Notes: In planting this vineyard in 2007, we chose two different California Heritage clones, Swan and Calera, to produce a distinct wine that reflects the soil and climate. This Pinot Noir has leagues of depth and aromatic notes of forest floor, cassis, and cinnamon. On the palate, notes of plum, cranberry compote, rosemary, oolong tea and a zesty acidity draw out into a clean perfum...

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October 19th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Bevan Ontogeny Proprietary Red

Winemaker Notes: The 2021 vintage is showing so massive on release that it’s giving us 2018 vibes. As usual, it is a blend of all of our best vineyards, although primarily Tench Vineyard. Prominently Cabernet Sauvignon, it shows massive power and is one of our darkest Ontogeny bottlings ever, yet it still retains its complexity with the Merlot and Cabernet Franc additions. Vibrant blueberry, boysenberry and créme de c...

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October 17th 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Advocate 93-95 Points * 2019 Domaine de l'Arlot Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos des Forêts St Georges

The most structured and muscular of Domaine de l'Arlot's premiers crus, the 2019 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Clos des Forêts St Georges wafts from the glass with aromas of cassis, plums, dark berries, raw cocoa and sweet soil tones. Medium to full-bodied, deep and concentrated, with lively acids, powdery tannins and a youthfully chalky finish, thi...

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October 10th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2019 Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Coombsville Napa

From the southern, cooler end of the valley, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Coombsville offers a vibrant, lively bouquet of blue fruits, sappy herbs, truffle, tobacco, and hints of gravelly earth. It brings plenty of richness on the palate and is medium to full-bodied, has nicely integrated acidity, and a great finish. It's a beautiful, cooler-climate, textured, balanced Cabernet tha...

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October 5th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 95 Points
2021 M by McPrice Myers Cabernet Sauvignon

I love this easy-to-drink 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon from McPrice Myers that well overdelivers for its price. Deep ruby-purple, it has alluring aromas of cassis, pencil shavings, dried herbs, leather and lavender, plus classy touches of oak spice. The full-bodied palate is concentrated and powerful without going over the top. It has abundant, grainy tannins, flinty streaks and plenty of ref...

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October 3rd 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
2019 Kenzo Estate Ai Napa Cabernet

Checking in as a blend of 93% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, and 1% Malbec, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Ai boasts a rocking bouquet of red and black currants, smoked tobacco, iron, chocolate, and baking spices. Full-bodied, concentrated, and mouth-filling, it brings loads of fruit, has moderate acidity, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It's rock star bottle of wine to enjoy over...

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September 26th 2023 Newsletter

Taste 2017 Chateau Greysac Medoc, 2020 Chateau Capbern Saint-Estephe and 2020 Chateau Giscours Margaux at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, September 26th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2017 Chateau Greysac Medoc

Winemaker Notes: Deep ruby garnet with red berry flavors combined with notes of spice, chocolate and bell pepper in the background. Pairs with all meats, poultry, wild mushrooms and strong cheeses. $30

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2020 Chateau Capbern Saint-Estephe

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September 21th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Enthusiast 95 Points
2020 Lewis Cellars Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

This deeply concentrated and firmly structured wine is like an iron fist in a velvet glove. It boasts ultra rich and luxurious black cherries, blueberries and dark chocolate backed by firm, fine grained tannins that give it aging potential. $120

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Taste 2022 Ancient Peaks Paso Robles Sauvignon Blanc, 2021 MacMurray Ranch Estate Russian River Pinot and 2019 The Mascot Napa...

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September 19th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2019 Mayacamas Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon
Antonio Galloni, Vinous 97 Points

The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon marks a return to a more elegant, polished style following the two powerhouses that are the 2017 and 2018. Silky, aromatic, and beautifully perfumed, the 2019 is majestic from the very first taste. There is plenty of depth and structure, as well as the balance to support decades of very fine drinking. Blood orange, crushed raspberry, mint, and exot...

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September 14th 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 94 Points
VILMART Brut Champagne Grand Cellier NV (2023)

A sculpted Champagne, rich but still elegant, with well-honed acidity and a panoply of flavors set on the raw silklike mousse. Delivers grilled macadamia nut and biscuit, white cherry and nectarine fruit, crystallized honey, lime blossom, star anise and smoke accents. Long, salty finish. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Disgorged January 2023. Drink now through 2033. 700 cases imported...

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September 12th 2023 Newsletter

Wine Cabinet for Sale * Le Cache Contemporary 1400. List Price $5395.
The current owner purchased this cabinet used two years ago. He would like to find a good home for this beautiful storage unit since he needs a larger cabinet to store his collection.
Dimensions: H 72” x W31” x D29” Holds 172 bottles. Great condition. $2500 or best offer. Contact James: 559-908-2456

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 93-95 Points
2020 Chateau Giscours Margaux

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September 7th 2023 Newsletter

Taste 2020 Paul Hobbs Russian River Pinot Noir, 2021 McPrice Myers Bull By The Horns Cabernet and 2017 Whitehall Lane Leonardini Estate Cabernet Sauvignon at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Thursday, September 7th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Advocate 94 Points
2021 McPrice Myers Cabernet Sauvignon Bull By The Horns

Deep ruby, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Bull By The Horns has pleasingly herbal touches of bay leaves and dried herbs over a core of blackcurrant, game meat, tar...

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September 5th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Just Released! 2019 The Mascot Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: The wine is beautifully supple with a broadly fanned aromatic spectrum and an effortless depth of fruit. From a center point on the palate, the 2019 vintage undulates outward in all directions. Gentle, velvety swells pause and fold in on themselves, their liquid whorls of refined tannin and gratifying acidity gliding across the surface of smooth curves before retreating gradually to...

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August 31st 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Sea Smoke Ten Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: A brooding and intense wine. The aromas begin with notes of ground cacao, raspberry and Friar plum, followed by a mix of spices and a hint of lavender. Firm, mature tannins - evidence of Ten’s ageability - are followed by a long, velvety finish. 100% Pinot Noir (Ten Clones from which the wine takes its name) CA Market Price $110-$211. Our Price TBD

2021 Sea Smoke Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay

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August 29th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points
2018 Peter Michael Les Pavot

More minerality, graphite, and scorched earth notes emerge from the 2018 Les Pavots. Full-bodied and uber-concentrated, it reveals building tannins, awesome mid-palate depth, and one heck of a great finish. It's a serious, powerful, blockbuster beauty that also holds onto perfect balance and a beautiful sense of elegance. It will keep for two decades or more. $235

Wine Spectator 94 Points
Frederic Esmoni...

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August 24th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 98 Points
2019 Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve To Kalon

The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve To Kalon shows beautiful elegance and poise, with classic cassis and currant fruits supported by complex dried herb, unsmoked tobacco, and flowery incense nuances. Coming from gravelly, well-drained soils, it’s full-bodied, has classic To Kalon opulence, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It’s an utterly classic Napa Valley beauty to e...

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August 22nd 2023 Newsletter

Delivery of the Harlan Estate has been delayed and it will arrive tomorrow. We will reschedule the tasting for a future date.

Wine Advocate 100 Points
2019 Harlan Estate

The head-spinning 2019 Harlan Estate is truly amazing stuff. Gentle cedar notes lead into layered dark chocolate and cassis, somehow impossibly rich yet savory. Full-bodied, concentrated and supple, this is dense, packed with flavor but seemingly weightless, with a lush, lingering finish that combines intensity with freshness to...

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August 17th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 94-96 Points
2021 Daou Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is blended with 23% Petit Verdot, made entirely with free-run juice, and it will be matured for 16 months in 50% new French oak. Opaque ruby, it offers pure aromas of cassis, violet, grilled meats, desert sage and bell pepper. The full-bodied palate is powdery, energetic and detailed with a long, layered finish. $65

2022 Merry Edwards Russian River Sauvign...

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August 15th 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 94 Points
Ridge Chardonnay Santa Cruz Mountains Estate 2021

Rich and toasty up front, with grilled orange, toasted cumin, nectarine and honeycomb notes, plus dried ginger and cardamom. Shows a touch of salted toffee to complement peach preserves, dried pineapple and Honeycrisp apple. Juicy finish. Drink now. 2,100 cases made. $70

James Suckling 94 Points
2021 Paul Hobbs Russian River Chardonnay

Cooked apple, pie crust, stone, and vanilla b...

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August 10th 2023 Newsletter

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2021 Shafer One Point Five Stag’s Leap Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: One Point Five is Shafer's signature Cabernet Sauvignon, reflecting the timeless elegance of top Napa Valley vineyards. This wine honors the founding partnership of John and Doug Shafer, who said they'd worked together so long theirs wasn't a second-generation story but a generation and a half. The long, sunny 2021 summer created idyllic growing season. The fruit developed rich color with...

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August 8th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2020 Chateau Kirwan Margaux

Lots of smoky oak, ripe blackcurrants, blueberries, tobacco, and chocolaty notes emerge from the 2020 Château Kirwan, a richly textured, medium to full-bodied Margaux. A wine that blossoms with time in the glass, it's a plush, sexy, yet brilliantly balanced 2020 offering velvety tannins and a great finish, and while the oak is preset right on opening, it integrated beautifully with air. This beauty is go...

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August 3rd 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 99 Points
2020 Lynch Bages Pauillac Bordeaux

A beautifully layered red with blackcurrant, hazelnut and lead-pencil character and fine, velvety tannins. Full-bodied and reserved. It’s like a tightly knit ball of polished tannins that are cashmere in texture. So very long and impressive. Give this time. A terrific Lynch. $150

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
2020 Chateau Pibran Pauillac Bordeaux

Based on 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon that saw 5...

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August 1st 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2018 The Mascot Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: The Mascot is a Napa Valley cabernet sauvignon made from distinct hillside vineyards; specifically, the younger vines of BOND, Harlan Estate, and Promontory. It started out as a small project shared among the family, winemaking team, and close friends. Drawing fruit from blocks of recently replanted vineyards, The Mascot shares a glimpse into the evolution of its parent estates: a youthful snapsho...

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July 27th 2023 Newsletter

We have two bottles of this gem arriving today. If you would like to taste this wine next week at VRW respond to this email with YES!

Wine Advocate 98 Points
2017 Hundred Acre Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Ark Vineyard

Deep garnet-black colored, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Ark Vineyard unfurls sensuously from the glass with provocative scents of baked black cherries, plum preserves and crème de cassis, with emerging suggestions of fragrant earth, black truffles, Chinese five spice and dusty soil...

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July 25th 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 93 Points
2021 DIATOM Chardonnay Santa Barbara County

This has a wonderful sense of restraint, with powerful Meyer lemon, yuzu and tangerine flavors mingling with peppery white flower notes and an appealing thread of sea salt crunchiness. Energetic, showing plenty of verve on the finish. Drink now. 9,000 cases made. $25

2021 Lichen Anderson Valley White Pinot

This innovative White Pinot Noir tastes like no other. Jazzy white peach and nect...

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July 20th 2023 Newsletter

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2021 Caymus California Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: A small, inaugural release from Caymus Vineyards, this wine is a California-appellation Cabernet Sauvignon – supple, dark and rich, bearing the signature hallmarks of Caymus. It is sourced from sites throughout the state which feature climatic conditions, soils and topography that are ideally suited to Cabernet. This project stems from excitement over California’s diverse vineyard land, often in...

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July 18th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2022 Pont Neuf Russian River Rose of Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Made in the traditional Saignée method, the rosé is produced from juice that has been drawn off the juice and skins of our Pinot Noir, giving it a kiss of color, yet all the fragrance and delicious fruit flavors of fresh pinot. Drawing off the rosé also benefits the pinot noir by concentrating the juice to skins ratio in the resulting red wine. The lightly-colored rosé is fermented in stai...

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July 13th 2023 Newsletter

Wine Liquidation: Local customer is short on cash and needs to liquidate. He is forced to sell below what he paid for the wine.

*Louis Roederer Brut Collection 243 (Six pack case $240 plus tax) 48 bottles available.

*2019 Lancaster Winemaker’s Cuvee (Six pack case $240 plus tax) 24 bottles available.

*Laurent-Perrier Brut Champagne Grand Siècle Grande Cuvée Nº25 NV (Three pack case $540 plus tax) 12 bottles available.

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
Louis Roederer Brut Collection 243

The NV Champagne Coll...

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July 11th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 90 Points
Albert Bichot Domaine Long-Depaquit Chablis 2021

An aromatic wine for a regular Chablis, with plenty of fresh-lemon, white-peach and tarte-au-citron character. Cooler and crisper on the palate than the nose suggested, but that makes it very clean and refreshing. Good length, the finish nicely supported by a touch of tannin. Drink now. $42

Wine Spectator 91 Points
Albert Bichot Chablis Les Vaillons Domaine Long-Depaquit 2020

Inten...

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July 7th 2023 Newsletter

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Decanter Magazine 94 Points
2021 Palacio de Fefinanes Albarino Rias Baixas

One of the oldest, most respected Albarino producers in the Rias Baixas. Fefinanes no longer has the field to itself, but its wines are still a cut above most competition on the high street. This is Albarino at its most beguilingly refined, with a moreish contrast of concentrated stone-fruited fleshiness, delicate blossom, mint and classic Albarino saline freshness. $36

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July 5th 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 92 Points
Groth Estate White Oakville 2021

Distinctive, aromatic and wonderfully elegant, this white shows details of beeswax, litsea oil and a whiff of smoked sea salt, which adds complexity to the core of tangerine, peach and lemon curd. Long, long finish. Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Drink now. 600 cases made. $50

Wine Spectator 94 Points
BEAUX FRÈRES Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2021

Sleek, graceful and elegantly proportioned, with ex...

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June 29th 2023 Newsletter

Independence Day Holiday * GT and VRW will be closed Monday, 7/3 and Tuesday, 7/4.

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2019 Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Benchland Select

The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Benchland Select is another gem, offering lots of cassis and darker cherry fruits as well as notes of lead pencil and crushed stone. Flawlessly balanced, medium to full-bodied, and as elegant and seamless as they come, it’s already impossible to...

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June 27nd 2023 Newsletter

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2022 Sans Liege Groundwork Grenache Rose

Winemaker Notes: Pale rose gold hue. Delicate aromas of citrus and sweet green herbs. Bright and mouthwatering, with layered flavors of tart red cherry, cantaloupe, blood orange and grapefruit, and notes of fresh sage, thyme and cumin spice. A more textural style of rose with a charming savory component and a juicy, lip-smacking finish. 450 cases produced. $19

Vinous Media 92 Points
2019 Charles Krug Napa Cabernet...

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June 22nd 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 94 Points
SEGHESIO Zinfandel Sonoma County Old Vine 2021

That rare Zinfandel with finesse and briary fruit, offering wild berry, mocha and black licorice flavors that gather richness and zest toward lively tannins. Drink now through 2031. —T.F. $40

2021 Rochioli Russian River Estate Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: This Estate is a blend of our many different vineyard sites, with fifty-six percent Little Hill, sixteen percent from Sweetwater, s...

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June 20th 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Advocate 98 Points
2021 Occidental Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental

The 2021 Pinot Noir Freestone-Occidental is incredibly expressive and detailed! Its aromas open slowly from blueberry, rhubarb and cranberry to tones of bitter orange, amaro, mossy bark and lavender, continuing to reveal new accents with each return to the glass. Light-bodied, it floods the mouth with fragrant, detailed fruit supported by chalky tannins and focused, shimmery acidity...

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June 15th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 94+
2019 Groth Vineyards & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

The deeper purple-hued 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve is a terrific Oakville effort loaded with pure cassis fruit as well as notes of spicy oak, scorched earth, and tobacco. Classic Napa Cabernet in every way, it’s medium to full-bodied, has ripe, polished tannins, a terrific spine of acidity, and the balance and purity to evolve for 20-25 years if well stored. $170

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June 13th 2023 Newsletter

Taste 2021 Spottswoode Napa/Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc and 2019 Fortunate Son The Warrior Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $30 per person.
Tuesday, June 13th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2021 Spottswoode Napa/Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: Layers of tropical fruits and floral aromas invite you into this intriguing and dynamic Sauvignon Blanc. Notes of fresh lime and grapefruit add tension and bring freshness on the approach, while yellow and white peach intermingle with subtle o...

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June 8th 2023 Newsletter

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James Suckling 96 Points
2019 Etude Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Lots of blackcurrant and crushed stone on the nose, as well as some dustiness. Full-bodied, very velvety and restrained. Beautiful energy at the end. This comes mostly from Coombsville, Rutherford and Oakville vineyards. Two or three years will bring this into the right space, but already so enjoyable to taste. $100

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Taste 2021 Sandhi Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay, 2019 Kenefic...

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June 6th 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 92 Points
GROTH Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2022

Effusive and intense, with a mouthwatering quality to the lingering notes of lemon blossoms, pomelo, fresh-cut Honeycrisp apple and candied ginger preserved in honey. Drink now. 25,000 cases made.—M.W. $30

2020 Austin Hope Paso Robles Reserve Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: This 2020 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon displays an abundance of fresh baked blueberry pie aromas and rich notes of cracked blac...

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June 1st 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Advocate 96 Points
2021 The Setting Wines Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc

The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc is a gorgeous oak-matured example reminiscent of top-quality Bordeaux Blanc. It's surely a relief for winemaker Jesse Katz, who chose not to make this cuvée in 2020. "This vineyard is out in Dry Creek and it was too close to the fires," Katz explains. "Everyone says that whites weren't affected, but no—we skipped the vintage there, even for the whites." Aged s...

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May 30th 2023 Newsletter

Taste Sauvignon Blanc: 2021 Stag’s Leap Aveta Napa, 2019 Grieve Double Eagle and 2021 Peter Michael L’Apres-Midi at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, May 30th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 92 Points
STAG'S LEAP WINE CELLARS Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley Aveta 2021

Distinctive, fresh and fragrant, with notes of lemon verbena and lemongrass up front, with touches of fresh-grated ginger, yuzu and grapefruit that linger with terrific intensity on the finish. Drink...

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May 26th 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Enthusiast 96 Points
Domaine de la Cote 2021 La Côte Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills)

Extreme cool-climate qualities show on the nose of this bottling, including asphalt, olive tapenade and truckloads of tumbleweed, with dark-cherry elements adding a fruit tone. Flavors of Pasilla chile in tomato broth show on the utterly unique palate, where cranberry sauce and cracked rainbow peppercorn add to the attention-grabbing complexity. CA Market Price $160+

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May 23rd 2023 Newsletter

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2020 Sea Smoke Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: An elegant Chardonnay with aromas of Meyer lemon zest, fresh cut melon and honeycomb. The nose is complemented by mandarin and a slight nuttiness in the focused mid-palate and the refreshing cool climate acidity of our estate vineyard. CA Market Price $90-$150

Wine Advocate 98 Points * 2019 Daou Patrimony Adelaida District Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2019 Patrimony Cabernet Sauvignon was made with fre...

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May 18th 2023 Newsletter

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Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
2019 Lancaster Winemakers Cuvee Cabernet

The 2019 Winemaker's Cuvee is 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 5% Malbec, and the rest Cabernet Franc and was aged for 15 months in 50% new French oak. It is rich with aromas of lavender, tobacco, and boysenberry compote and delivers ripe fruit through the mid-palate, with notes of blackcurrant, leather, and baking spice. This red has immediate appeal, but it will continue to evolve over...

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May 16th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

James Suckling 98 Points
2021 Pahlmeyer Napa Chardonnay

Sliced cooked apples with biscuit and pie crust undertones, as well as hints of spices with some salted caramel. Hints of apricot. Full-bodied with a firmness and depth. Creamy-textured phenolics and great length. One of the best I have tasted. It is rich and flavorful, yet it shows great depth and length. Drinkable, but better in two or three years. $115

Additional Scores: Wine Spectator 94 and Win...

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May 11th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

California Wine Advisors 97 Points
2020 Dalla Valle Collina Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

This highly-anticipated boutique Cabernet blend impresses with a silky smooth texture, plush tannins, and seriously delicious, dark fruit that remind us of best-selling trophy wines. We have judged the last ten Collina vintages and this is a strong candidate for the best-ever upon release. Flavors of dark chocolate and espresso lead to seductive layers of tightly-wound f...

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May 9th 2023 Newsletter

Taste 2018 Castello Romitorio Brunello and 2017 Fontanafredda Serralunga d’Alba Barolo at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, May 9th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 94 Points
CASTELLO ROMITORIO Brunello di Montalcino 2018

A graceful red hallmarked by cherry, strawberry, rose, mineral and Mediterranean herbs. Lacy and succulent yet firm, ending on the minerally side. Vibrant and long. Best from 2025 through 2042. 680 cases imported —B.S. $77

Wine Spectator 93 Poi...

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May 4th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 97+ Points

2019 DAOU Vineyards Soul Of A Lion Cabernet

The 2019 Soul Of A Lion is a blend of free-run Cabernet Sauvignon (77%), Cabernet Franc (14%), and Petit Verdot (9%), aged 22 months in 100% new French oak. Opaque ruby in color, it offers aromatic contrast between dark, savory cherry fruit, chargrill and graphite, and top notes of green pepper and rose petals. The palate explodes with detailed flavors and its tannins are already resolv...

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May 2nd 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
2015 Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Pedregal Vineyard

Coming from Napa, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Pedregal Vineyard steps up on the richness scale and has Pauillac-like notes of lead pencil shavings, spring flowers, mineral, and both red and black fruits. With full-bodied richness, a silky, layered texture, and straight-up brilliant purity, it’s a blockbuster Napa Cabernet that stays firmly in the classic style of David Ramey. Drink it...

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April 27th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Enthusiast 95 Points and Editor’s Choice
2019 Cliff Lede Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon

This wine substantially over delivers on its price point, presenting a dark fruit profile, generous tannin and oak, and an expansive full-bodied style. Blended with 8% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot, it is approachable while never forgetting its structured, complex roots. $80

2020 Sea Smoke Southing Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

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April 25th 2023 Newsletter

Enjoy a glass of 2020 Beringer PR Chardonnay this week at VRW for $15.

Wine Spectator 92 Points * Beringer Chardonnay Napa Valley Private Reserve 2020

Peach, apricot and mango flavors are juicy and fleshy at the core of this white, with honeyed overtones. Salted butter, spice and toasted pastry notes emerge on the finish, as does a touch of dried ginger. Drink now. 8,714 cases made. $48

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April 20th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
2020 DuMOL Chardonnay Charles Heintz Vineyard Isobel

Layers of tropical fruit and herbs, along with medicinal herbs and saline, are found in the 2020 Chardonnay Charles Heintz Vineyard Isobel. The palate is rich, with compact concentration of green apple skin, lemon oil, and salty mineral earth. A long, persistent wine that is full of character, drink over the next 20 or so years. $75

Wine Advocate 94 Points
Louis Jadot Savigny-les...

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April 18th 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Riverain Silver Eagle Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes from Thomas Rivers Brown: Offering scents of Christmas spice, cherry, cranberry, and some forest floor, the wine’s balance really shines through to a long detailed finish. More Burgundian than 2018 and 2019, this has the ethereal quality we love in Pinot Noir. We are thrilled to work with the Valdez Family and this historical site for many “Generations” to come. $82

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April 13th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 96 Points
HDV Chardonnay Napa Valley Hyde Vineyard 2020

A stunning, expressive white, with a savory, minerally edge that's distinctive and crisp, imparting elegance and restraint on the core of Honeycrisp apple, Meyer lemon and pureed mango flavors. Reveals hints of lemon thyme, nutmeg, toasted sesame seed and additional spices that linger on the fresh finish. Drink now through 2031. From California.—M.W. $85

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points
2020 DuM...

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April 11th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 95-97 Points
2021 Peter Michael Winery Chardonnay La Carrière

I tasted the 2021 Chardonnay La Carrière as a finished tank sample the day before it was bottled. It comes from vines planted in 1994 on volcanic soils and was matured for 12 months in about 40% new French oak. It opens soft and creamy on the nose, gaining in intensity as it blossoms to scents of matchstick, saline, Meyer lemons and wafts of lemongrass. The medium-bodied palate...

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April 6th 2023 Newsletter

Save the date: Next Saturday
Phillips and Sagardia Acoustic Fusion Guitar will perform at Vintage Reserve Wine on Saturday, 4/15/23

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On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Antonio Galloni 95 Points
2021 Mayacamas Mt Veeder Chardonnay

The 2021 is a rich, phenolic wine that shows how distinctive this site is. Rich and layered with striking intensity, the 2021 is lights out today. Lemon oil, almond, dried flowers and earthy undertones open beautifully with aeration. $69

Win...

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April 4th 2023 Newsletter

Pre-Arrival Notice:
2020 Ghost Block Oakville Estate Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: This wine offers a harmonious of rich dark fruit, blackberries and plums with hints of violet, chocolate, vanilla and spices with aromatics on the palate. Fine grained tannins frame the velvety mid-palate with a crisp lingering finish. The wine is well structured and complex and will pair perfectly with grilled lamb chops. $75 (Arrives GT 4/20/23)

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March 30th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 95
ARGIANO Brunello di Montalcino 2018

Rose, strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors are the main themes in this red, along with wild herb, mineral and cut hay accents. Racy and full of energy, with a long, saturated finish. Best from 2025 through 2042. —B.S. 3,504 cases imported $90

Wine Advocate 96 Points
2021 Sandhi Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills

The 2021 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills has a medium ruby color and pretty scents of cinnamon stic...

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March 23rd 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 95+ Points
2016 Louis Martini Cabernet Sauvignon Monte Rosso Vineyard

Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, the deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Monte Rosso Vineyard comes galloping out of the glass with notes of crème de cassis, warm plums, cast-iron pan and bouquet garni, plus touches of lavender and olives. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is chock-full of muscular fruit, framed by firm, grainy tannins, finishing with an...

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March 21st 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points
2019 Merus Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

A killer bottle of Napa Valley magic, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon from Merus is 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Petit Verdot. It’s a powerful, full-bodied, uber-ripe beauty that stays lively and balanced, with beautiful blue fruits, as well as smoked tobacco, chocolate, and scored earth-like aromas and flavors. A beast of a wine with a great mid-palate and velvety tannins, it should shed its conside...

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March 16th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2021 Roar Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Fruit-driven and wrapped in leather and sagebrush, this blend melds elements from all of our vineyards. This approachable Pinot integrates the best of north and south within the Santa Lucia Highlands. $55

Wine Spectator 96 Points
LOUIS JADOT Corton Pougets Domaine des Héritiers 2020

Intense and tightly wound, this red is firmly structured and energetic, featuring cherry, strawberry, stone and sp...

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March 14th 2023 Newsletter

2020 Screaming Eagle Napa Cabernet Sauvignon *CA Market Price $3300-$4000.

We have a local collector who has one bottle for sale at $2700. If interested in purchasing, please email stan@grapetray.com

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This week’s special. Enjoy this Napa Cabernet for $15:

Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points
2019 Ballentine Vineyards Napa Cabernet Sauvignon Estate

Lots of blue fruits, violets, tobacco, and a touch of chocolate define the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate, an elegant, balanced, seamless Napa Va...

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March 9th 2023 Newsletter

Taste this wine for $1 today at VRW
2019 Chateau St Jean California Rose

Winemaker Notes: This elegant and dry Rose has pleasing aromas and flavors of flower blossoms, field ripe strawberries and melon. Fresh, delicate and refreshing. $15 VRW Insider Price $3.95 (Limited quantity available)

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Wine Spectator 92 Points
Hahn Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands SLH Reserve 2019

Elegant and burnished, with concentrated dark cherry, plum and berry flavors backed by rich acidity and...

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March 7th 2023 Newsletter

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Wine Advocate 98 Points
2020 L'Aventure Winery • Côte a Côte

The 2020 Côte a Côte is a beautiful blend of 45% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 25% Mourvèdre and one of the most successful wines I tasted from the challenging 2020 vintage. Deep ruby-purple, it offers pure aromas of blackcurrant, boysenberry, tar and pipe tobacco, continually unfolding with each return to the glass. The full-bodied palate offers wave after wave of perfumed fruit and tremendous spic...

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March 2nd 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 95-97 Points
2021 Aubert Chardonnay Eastside Russian River

From a somewhat warmer site on thin, volcanic soils overlooking the Russian River, Eastside—originally a collaboration between Ulises Valdez and Mark Aubert—features a Montrachet selection planted on riparia rootstock. Despite plenty of new French oak in the élevage, there's only a faintly fumé, crushed-stone character on the nose, which nicely sets off the wine's white peach and l...

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February 28th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 97+ Points
2019 Andremily EABA

The 2019 EABA ("end all be all") is a blend of 61% Syrah, 24% Mourvèdre, 13% Grenache and 2% Viognier and was made with 65% whole clusters. Fruit comes from several vineyards in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, including Bien Nacido, White Hawk, Larner, Harrison-Clarke, G2 and Alta Mesa. It was matured for about 22 months in 55% new French barriques and 600-liter demi-muids and 45% used French barr...

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February 23rd 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2017 Quilt Reserve Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Deep garnet in color. Baking spice aromas of cinnamon and clove are intertwined with dark stone fruits, blackberry pie, vanilla, white pepper and notes of oak and rose. A full bodied palate presents layers of dark black cherry, coffee, blackberry, dark currant and notes of milky chocolate. Beautifully rounded with an unctuous velvety mouth-feel. This refined wine is a sensational expression of...

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February 21st 2023 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 95 Points
2021 Tyler Santa Barbara Chardonnay

The 2021 Chardonnay over delivers for its appellation-wide status. It has pretty scents of quince, poached pear, spring honey, chalk and roasted almonds. The medium-bodied palate is satiny, savory and expansive with dynamic flavor layers and a very long finish. $25

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Taste 2019 Peter Michael Au Paradis Cabernet Sauvignon at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $25 per person.
Tu...

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February 16th 2023 Newsletter

Presidents’ Day Holiday
We will be closed at both locations (GT and VRW) on Monday, February 20th.

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On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2019 Sea Smoke Southing Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir, Magnum

Winemaker Notes: Each year, our goal for Southing is to create the ideal marriage of complexity and elegance. The ever-changing nose of the Southing exhibits fresh strawberry, geranium, Montmorency cherry; and subtle baking spices. The fine tannins and minerality are enha...

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February 14th 2023 Newsletter

Taste Staglin Estate Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $35. Hollis Nelson, Staglin Family Estate will arrive at 3:00 PM
Tuesday, February 14th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2019 Staglin Family Salus Napa Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: Welcome to High Definition Cabernet – the 2019 Salus is a generous and deliciously detailed display of exuberant dark fruits dynamically supported by a range of floral, earthy and herbaceous characters. Lifted floral notes slide into resinous rosemary underlai...

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February 9th 2023 Newsletter

Taste 2021 Pride Mountain Chardonnay and 2020 Pride Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Thursday, February 9th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2021 Pride Mountain Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Our string of fresh exuberant chardonnays continues with the glorious 2021 vintage. Soaring aromatics of mint, sage, lemon peel, beeswax, white pepper and rain on pavement complement the classic fruit flavors of crisp apple and pear. This wine is filled with verve and...

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February 7th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:
2021 Bevan Petaluma Gap Pinot Noir
2020 Castalia Rochioli Pinot Noir


Save the Date!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Staglin Estate at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) on Tuesday, 2/14/23.
Wine Tasting Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM
Hollis Nelson, Staglin Family Estate will arrive at 3:00 PM

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Taste 2019 Riverain Tench Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10 per person.
Tuesday, February 7th. Available 12:00 noon...

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February 2nd 2023 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Chateau Kirwan Margaux and Chateau Brane Cantenac Margaux at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Thursday, February 2nd. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Enthusiast 95–97 Points
2019 Chateau Kirwan Margaux

With its new cellars, the estate is performing at top speed and this vintage keeps up the fine track record. Firm tannins and beautifully perfumed fruit are blending together to give a wine that has style as well as structured fruitiness, with all the elegance of great...

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January 31st 2023 Newsletter

Save the Date!

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Staglin Estate at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) on Tuesday, 2/14/23.
Wine Tasting Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM. Hollis Nelson, Staglin Family Estate California Sales Manager will arrive at 3:00 PM

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Taste 2019 To Kalon Wine Company Eliza’s Red at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $20 per person.
Tuesday, January 31st. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

James Suckling 98 Points
2019 To Kalon Wine Company Eliza’s Red

Amazing aromas of lea...

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January 26th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 95 Points
Krug Brut Champagne Grande Cuvée 170ème Édition NV (2022)

A lovely, mouthwatering Champagne, with a vivid and finely detailed panoply of baked nectarine, lime blossom, ground coffee, mandarin orange peel, candied ginger and salted almond notes set in a lithe, limber frame. Seamlessly knit, with a sense of buoyant vitality, this has a harmonious, elegant frame for the richly expressive flavor range. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meu...

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January 24th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points
2019 Ballentine Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate

Lots of blue fruits, violets, tobacco, and a touch of chocolate define the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate, an elegant, balanced, seamless Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon that represents a great value. Drink it over the coming 10-12 years. $60

James Suckling 99 Points
2012 Taittinger Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne

This is a fantastic and refined Blanc de Blancs. So layered...

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January 19th 2023 Newsletter

Taste the 2018 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet/Shiraz and 2019 Booker Fracture Syrah at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Thursday, January 19th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

James Suckling 97 Points
2018 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet/Shiraz

A blend of 57% cabernet sauvignon and 43% shiraz, this has a very impressively complete feel, a hallmark of the 2018 vintage wines, and there's a myriad of characters with cabernet's cedary and gently herbal notes sitting atop a core of rich red-plum and...

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January 17th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
THREE STICKS Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Durell Vineyard 2020

A stunning, expressive wine, with perfectly ripe peach, melon and lemon curd flavors, plus notes of toasted, salted almond, a touch of toasted herbs and sleek, wonderfully refreshing acidity that gives freshness and length to the spicy finish. Drink now. —M.W. $70

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Taste 2016 Paul Hobbs Beckstoffer Las Piedras Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) f...

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January 12th 2023 Newsletter

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
We will be closed at both locations (GT and VRW) on Monday, January 16th

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On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 94 Points
2021 Capiaux Cellars Chimera Pinot Noir

The 2021 Pinot Noir Chimera is a rich, heady wine. A burst of dark red cherry, plum, lavender, rose petal and blood orange are all dialed up. This bold, generous Pinot delivers the goods, big time. It's a fabulous entry-level offering from Sean Capia...

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January 10th 2023 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:
Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points

2019 AXR Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Readers looking for a great value in Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon will love the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, a rich, medium to full-bodied, beautifully fruited and textured 2019 offering sweet tannins, no hard edges, and a great finish. It way over-delivers. 1115 cases. $90

James Suckling 97 Points
2018 Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet/Shiraz

A blend of 57% cabernet sauvignon and 43% shiraz, this has a very i...

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January 6th 2023 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points
Chalk Hill Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2021

Features pear drop, Fuji apple, ripe Bartlett pear and lemon blossom details that are elegant and restrained, but they weave in and out on a light, fresh frame that's quite impressive. Gains a savory element, thanks to a touch of toasted sesame seed. Drink now. 98,000 cases made. $25 Our Price $15.59 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Advocate 94 Points
2018 Arkenstone Napa NVD Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2018 NVD Cabernet Sauvignon is made fro...

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January 3rd 2023 Newsletter

Taste 2018 Caymus Special Selection Napa Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $20 per person.
Tuesday, January 3rd. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2018 Caymus Special Selection Napa Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: Each year, we set aside the best barrels of our Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley to produce Special Selection. Distinguished by extremely fine, velvety tannins and enjoyable upon release or with aging. A wine of structure with intense concentration of supple flavors and dark fruits...

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December 30th 2022 Newsletter

Holiday Hours

Grape Tray (GT)
Friday, 12/30/22 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/31/22 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, 1/1/23 Happy New Year!
Monday, 1/2/23 Closed
Tuesday, 1/3/23 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Friday, 12/30/22 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/31/22 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM
Sunday, 1/1/23 Happy New Year!
Monday, 1/2/23 Closed
Tuesday, 1/3/23 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

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Wine Spectator 93 Points
DOMAINE CARNEROS Brut Carneros 2018

A vivacious sparkler that...

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December 27th 2022 Newsletter

Holiday Hours

Grape Tray (GT)
Tuesday-Friday 10:30 AM- 5:30 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM


Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Tuesday-Friday 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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Taste 2019 Kathryn Hall Napa Cabernet Sauvignon at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, December 27th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 94 Points
2019 Kathryn Hall Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

 Rich and fleshy in feel, but with a nice juicy edge for balance...

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December 23rd 2022 Newsletter

Holiday Hours

Grape Tray (GT)
Friday, 12/23 10:30 AM- 5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/24 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, 12/25 Merry Christmas
Monday, 12/26 Closed
Tuesday, 12/27 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Friday, 12/23 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday, 12/24 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM
Sunday, 12/25 Merry Christmas
Monday, 12/26 Closed
Tuesday, 12/27 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM

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Wine Spectator 92 Points
Antinori Chianti Classico Villa Antinori Riserva 2018

An intense red, with an acc...

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December 20th 2022 Newsletter

Holiday Hours

Grape Tray (GT)
Monday-Friday 10:30 AM- 5:30 PM
Saturday 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Tuesday-Friday 12:00 noon – 6:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 noon – 4:00 PM

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Taste 2020 Vins Auvigue Pouilly Fuisse Les Villages and 2019 Brane Cantenac Margaux at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, December 20th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 94 Points
Vins Auvigue Pouilly-Fuissé Les Villages 2020

Creamy in texture, this white ev...

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December 16th 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 94 Points * 2021 Melville Sta Rita Hills Pinot Noir Estate

Medium ruby, the 2021 Pinot Noir Estate has alluring aromas of cranberry and orange jelly, forest floor and Angostura bitters. Medium-bodied, it floods the mouth with waves of juicy berry fruit supported by fine, chalky tannins, and it finishes long and layered. This was vinified using about 40% whole clusters. 7,824 cases produced. $44

Wine Advocate 96 Points
2021 Melville Sta Rita...

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December 13th 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting at VRW next week:

Wine Spectator 92 Points
STAG'S LEAP WINE CELLARS Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley Aveta 2021

Distinctive, fresh and fragrant, with notes of lemon verbena and lemongrass up front, with touches of fresh-grated ginger, yuzu and grapefruit that linger with terrific intensity on the finish. Drink now. 8,500 cases made.—M.W. $38

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
2020 Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir Russian River Valley

The quintessential 2020 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley is flush wi...

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December 9th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93 Points
DOMAINE EDEN Chardonnay Santa Cruz Mountains 2019

Rich and succulent, showing a broad range of flavors, from nutmeg-laced spices and candied orange zest to salted, toasted hazelnut, Fuji apple, lemon zest and dried thyme. Packs plenty of harmony on the long, expressive finish. Drink now through 2030. —M.W. $32 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Dr. H. Thanisch Müller-Burggraef Riesling Kabinett Mosel Bernkasteler Badstube 2020

Brilliant aromas of jasmine, pea...

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December 6th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Spottswoode Estate Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $20 per person.
Tuesday, December 6th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Advocate 100 Points
2019 Spottswoode Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 89.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6.5% Cabernet Franc and 4.0% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet-purple in color, it needs of lot of swirling to unlock the most gorgeous perfume of bright black and red cherries, fresh blueberries and blackcurrant pastilles with hi...

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December 2nd 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2019 Beaux Freres Pinot Noir The Belles Soeurs

The 2019 Pinot Noir The Belles Soeurs is elegant with the perfume of raspberry, cherry pie, dried roses, and cinnamon. The palate is vibrant and tension-driven with rose hip, hibiscus, and orange zest. I love this for its focused and direct nature, which will warrant some time in cellar to unfold. Drink 2024-2037. $100

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points
2019 Hourglass Blueline Cabernet Sauvignon

The...

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November 29th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Opus One Proprietary Red today at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $25 per person.
Tuesday, November 29th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Advocate 97-99 Points
2019 Opus One

Winemaker Michael Silacci commented that usually the blends are finished in January or February after the vintage. This year, with the 2019s, he was still tweaking the blend, but he did mention that this is "pretty close to the final blend."

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2019 Opus One leaps from the glass with...

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November 26th 2022 Newsletter

We are open today

Grape Tray (GT)
Saturday 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)

Saturday 12 Noon – 4:00 PM

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On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 97-99 Points
2019 Opus One

Winemaker Michael Silacci commented that usually the blends are finished in January or February after the vintage. This year, with the 2019s, he was still tweaking the blend, but he did mention that this is "pretty close to the final blend."

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2019...

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November 21st 2022 Newsletter

Thanksgiving Week Hours

Grape Tray (GT)
Monday-Wednesday 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday-Friday Closed
Saturday 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Tuesday-Wednesday 12 noon – 6:00 PM
Thursday-Friday Closed
Saturday 12 Noon – 4:00 PM

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Taste 2020 Kongsgaard Napa Chardonnay, 2018 Willakenzie Willamette Valley Pinot and 2019 Chateau Talbot St. Julien Bordeaux at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, November 22nd. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2020...

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November 18th 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2020 Kongsgaard Napa Chardonnay

Jeb Dunnuck 97+ Points
2018 Bacio Divino Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Janzen Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Janzen Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper Vineyard reveals a dense purple/blue color to go with more closed, backward (yet classic Missouri Hopper) notes of chocolaty dark fruits, tobacco leaf, espresso roast, and a hint of violets. Beautiful on the palate, it's a powerhouse that offers a mo...

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November 15th 2022 Newsletter


Taste 2015 Cayuse Horsepower The Tribe Syrah at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10 per person.
Tuesday, November 15th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Advocate 98 Points
2015 Cayuse Horsepower The Tribe Syrah

Of these three offerings from Horsepower, the 2015 Syrah The Tribe Vineyard will require the most time, as it's the most tight-knit at this early stage, slowly unwinding in the glass with savory aromas of raw cocoa, tapenade, nori and ripe blackberries. On the palate, it's full-bodied, d...

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November 11th 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 96 Points
(#3 Wine Spectator Top 100)
HDV Chardonnay Napa Valley Hyde Vineyard 2019

Stunning, showing a pure beam of white nectarine, mango and ripe Bartlett pear flavors that mingle with pound cake, toasted, salted hazelnut and nutmeg on a supple, rich frame, which draws focus from a bright thread of acidity. Drink now through 2030. —M.W. $78

Jeb Dunnuck 98 Points
2020 DuMOL Pinot Noir Estate Vineyard

The 2020 Pinot Noir DuMOL Estate Vine...

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November 8th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2020 Matthews Winery Cabernet and 2018 Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $20 per person.
Tuesday, November 8th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Enthusiast 94 Points
2020 Matthews Winery Cabernet Sauvignon

The aromas are thoroughly captivating, with notes of scorched earth, cocoa, black currant, graphite and bittersweet chocolate. Plush, polished, seamless fruit flavors follow. There's a sophistication and intensity to it all that is mesmerizing. $32

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November 4th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 94 Points
Matthews Winery Cabernet Sauvignon

The aromas are thoroughly captivating, with notes of scorched earth, cocoa, black currant, graphite and bittersweet chocolate. Plush, polished, seamless fruit flavors follow. There's a sophistication and intensity to it all that is mesmerizing. $32 Our Price $27.49 (Available GT)

Wine Spectator 95 Points
CLOS ST.-JEAN Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes 2020

Leads with warm ganache and fig bread notes, followed quickly by raspberry redu...

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November 1st 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2020 Pico Maccario Barbera d’Asti Lavignone and 2018 Plumpjack Oakville Estate Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, November 1st. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 91 Points
Pico Maccario Barbera d'Asti Lavignone 2020

Graphite, blackberry and plum aromas and flavors highlight this juicy red, which is balanced and plushly textured, with just the slightest hint of oak. Drink now through 2025. 18,000 cases made, 8,000 cases imported. $20

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October 28th 2022 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2020 Kistler Sonoma Mountain Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: This wine is tremendously complex, with intense aromas of green apple & sea spray, flavors of flint & citrus, and is structured by vibrant acidity. As the wine opens, notes of roasted almonds, pineapple, lemon and butter become more evident. Big, lavish, full-bodied and mouth-watering, this is a true California-style Chardonnay. $75

2018 Switchback Ridge Peterson Vineyard Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

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October 25th 2022 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Spectator 93 Points
CHARLES HEIDSIECK Brut Rosé Champagne Réserve NV

A graceful rosé Champagne, with a creamy mousse caressing the palate while juicy acidity creates a mouthwatering frame for the white cherry, grilled nut, candied pink grapefruit zest, ground ginger and cardamom spice flavors. Long and lovely on the finish, drawing you back for sip after sip. Disgorged 2018. Drink now through 2027. 510 cases imported. — AN $87

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October 21st 2022 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points
2019 Peter Michael Au Paradis

Hailing from Oakville, the 2019 Au Paradis is nuanced, with ripe redcurrant, fresh tobacco, and sweet baking spice. The palate is fully dry and has lift through its dark fruited profile. The midpalate is flush with roses and ripe red plum, giving way to a well-balanced, tannic structure. Drink 2024-2044. $260

James Suckling 95 Points
Peter Michael L'Apres-Midi Sauvignon Blanc 2021

This is very complex an...

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October 18th 2022 Newsletter

Celebrate the last warm week of the year with a glass of Chardonnay at VRW for $20. (You can also taste the two wines for $10)

2021 Lewis Sonoma Russian River Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: A soaring, sensational wine the 2021 Sonoma Russian River Chardonnay is our best in years. Shot-through with citrus and tropical fruits, blossoms and exotic spices the fragrance is sublime. Casting a wide arc of vibrant fruit, mineral intrigue and vivid detail the wine comes full circle with a superb succulent f...

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October 14th 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Wine Advocate 93 Points
2020 Crossbarn Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

The 2020 Chardonnay has a detailed, pretty perfume of white peaches and quince, with touches of lemongrass, green herbs and white flowers. The medium-bodied palate is satiny and fragrant, with a supporting streak of fresh acidity, and there's a touch of phenolic texture that draws out the long finish. $30

2019 Theorize Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Dark rub...

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October 7th 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

Opus One Overture (2022 release)

Winemaker Notes: A timeless expression of our estate vineyards, Overture is full bodied but approachable in its youth. Overture shows generous dark fruit aromas and flavors with a soft, supple mid-palate. $150

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Pahlmeyer Jayson Napa Valley 2018

Powerful and well-structured, with zesty acidity to the dried red berry and currant flavors. Minerally richness lingers into the crunchy finish, with plenty...

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October 4th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2018 Frederic Esmonin Gevrey Chambertin Lavaux St. Jacques and 2020 Sea Smoke Ten Sta. Rita Hills Pinot at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, October 4th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Frédéric Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin Lavaux St.-Jacques 2018

Well-defined aromas and flavors of strawberry, cherry, rose and stone are the hallmarks of this expressive red. It firms up nicely, yet remains poised and sophisticated, with fruit, tobacco and iron accen...

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September 30th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 95 Points
2018 Fortunate Son Cabernet Sauvignon The Dreamer (Hundred Acre)

Coming from a vineyard close to Hundred Acre's Few and Far Between vineyard and planted to 85- to 90-year-old vines, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon The Dreamer is made from around 92% Cabernet Sauvignon with a small proportion of unknown red varieties interplanted. Deep garnet-purple in color, it bursts with flamboyant notes of redcurrant preserves, cassis, dark chocolate, violets and red roses, plus fragrant h...

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September 27th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Quilt Napa Cabernet and 2018 Arkenstone Napa Proprietary Red at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, September 27th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2019 Quilt Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: While the majority of the fruit comes from the floor of the Napa Valley to achieve the richness and elegance desired, we also relied on some grapes grown in the well-drained gravelly soils of the side slopes and at low elevations in the more mountainous areas for a blend...

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September 23rd 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW):

2021 Pisoni Family Lucia Estate Cuvée Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Layers of black cherry, Mission fig, spiced plum, and berry crumble provide a stepping stone for more subtle hints of fresh sage, clove, and vanilla bean. . .$55

2020 Sea Smoke Ten Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: A brooding and intense wine. The aromas begin with notes of black tea, blackberry and orange rind, then a myriad of savory spices, and a hint of...

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September 20th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2020 Thread Feathers Mt Veeder Napa Cabernet and 2019 Maybach Amoenus Napa Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, September 20th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2020 Thread Feathers Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Etched in aromas of sage, cedar and pencil shaving, this wine is robust and ripe, brawny and burly in style and approach, reflecting its Mt. Veeder source. The fruit is dark and broodingly rich. Thick layers of blackberry, black cherry...

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September 16th 2022 Newsletter

On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW:

2019 Sea Smoke Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: An elegant Chardonnay with aromas of orange zest, ripe melon and honeysuckle. Complemented by mango and a slight nuttiness in the focused mid-palate and the refreshing cool climate acidity of our estate vineyard. CA Market Price $105-$140

Wine Advocate 93+
2017 Purlieu Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Missouri Hopper

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Missouri Hopp...

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September 13th 2022 Newsletter

Save the date for Staglin Family Vineyard Wine Tasting next week at Vintage Reserve Wine!
Thursday, September 22, 2022
We will taste the 2021 Salus Napa Chardonnay, 2019 Salus Napa Cabernet, 2018 Estate Cabernet and 2019 Estate Cabernet.
Hollis Nelson, Staglin Family Vineyard California Sales Manager will be at VRW to walk us through the new releases.

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Taste Delamotte Brut Champagne and 2017 Kathryn Hall Napa Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
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September 9th 2022 Newsletter

The Grape Tray will be closed on Monday, September 12th due to major plumbing repairs at the Opus One Center.


Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
Figgins Figlia Proprietary Red 2019

The 2019 Figlia is a blend of Merlot and Petit Verdot that was raised in a mix of used barrels and oval botti. It has exotic red and blue fruits as well as pretty floral and sappy herb nuances on the nose. These all carry to a medium to full-bodied, pure, seamless, gorgeous Merlot that has silky tannins, no hard edges, nicely inte...

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September 6th 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW

Wine Advocate 95 Points * 2019 Arkenstone Estate Sauvignon Blanc

The 2019 Sauvignon Blanc Estate is composed of 94% Sauvignon Blanc and 6% Semillon. The nose features notes of fresh peaches and green guava with hints of struck match and honeysuckle, plus a waft of elderflower. Medium-bodied, elegant and refreshing, it coats the palate with stone and tropical fruit layers, with a long minerally finish. $125

Wine Advocate 94-96 Points * 2017 Kathryn Hall Na...

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September 2nd 2022 Newsletter

Labor Day Holiday
We will be closed at GT and VRW on
Monday, September 5th


On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW

James Suckling 99 Points
2019 Peter Michael Les Pavots

This is very perfumed with blackberry and pine-cone aromas, as well as raspberries and black cherries. Full-bodied with firm, velvety tannins that are tight-grained. Creamy and beautiful. Currant and graphite flavors come through. Lightly chewy at the end. 60% cabernet sauvignon, 21% merlot, 14% cabernet franc and 5% petit ver...

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August 30th 2022 Newsletter

Labor Day Holiday
We will be closed at GT and VRW on
Monday, September 5th

Taste 2020 Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay and 2018 Shafer Relentless Syrah at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, August 30th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2020 Kistler Les Noisetiers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: One heritage Californian selection of Chardonnay planted across fifteen vineyards, from Carneros to Sonoma Valley, to the Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast. From those site...

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August 26th 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for wine tasting next week at VRW

2016 William Harrison Cabernet Franc

Winemaker Notes: The fruit gives off aromas of black currant and Bing cherry, accompanied by Rutherford “dust”. Mineral and spice qualities that distinguish Cabernet Franc from the other Bordeaux varieties are also present, such as sage, graphite and wet stone. A mild hint of anise is layered in the background, lending a nice complexity. The mouthfeel is full and structured, securing a long life for this wine. $75

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August 23rd 2022 Newsletter

Taste this Sake for $5.00 (Available all week at VRW)

DAISHICHI MINOWAMON JUNMAI DAIGINJO SAKE

Producer Notes: Daishichi Minowamois a junmai daiginjo made with the kimoto method, using Yamada Nishiki sake rice polished with the superflat rice polishing technique. We have succeeded in eliminating all off-flavors that in the past remained even in rice for daiginjo, and realized an unprecedented gentle, mellow texture of remarkable delicacy, and a natural, elegant aroma. $70/720ml. Our Price $49.99...

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August 19th 2022 Newsletter

On Deck for Wine Tasting at VRW next week:

Wine Spectator 94
DUMOL Chardonnay Russian River Valley Wester Reach 2019

Powerfully fresh and minerally, this complex white features concentrated pear tart and apple pastry flavors that are filled with crunchy acidity, showing hints of custard. Ends with buttery accents and tropical fruit notes on the richly spiced finish. Best from 2022 through 2027. 3,540 cases made. — KM $60

Wine Advocate 95+
2019 Tenuta Sette Ponti • Oreno

The Tenuta Sette Ponti 201...

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August 16th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2021 Groth Napa Sauvignon Blanc and 2017 Shafer Hillside Select Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $20 per person.
Tuesday, August 16th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 92 Points
GROTH Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2021

Tasting Note: Distinctive, with lanolin, honeysuckle and litsea oil accents to the ripe peach, citrus and apricot flavors at the core. Reveals mouthwatering acidity and sea salt minerality on the finish. Drink now. —M.W. $26 Our Price $23.99

Jeb Dunnuck 98...

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August 12th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2018 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet this Saturday at VRW

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Inflation Buster!
2021 Carmel Road Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Our Monterey Chardonnay is so rich, it doesn’t need oak. Refreshing acidity, courtesy of the cool climate, heightens the golden mango, tangerine, Asian pear, white flower, vanilla bean and butter cream flavors, leading to a long finish complexed with a hint of yeast from sur lie aging. $18 Internet Price $10.99 (Local GT and...

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August 9th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Silenus Tyros Napa Cabernet and 2018 Spottswoode Estate Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $20 per person.
Tuesday, August 9th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 91 Points
SILENUS Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
Tyros 2019

Juicy and ripe, but on a modest scale, allowing cassis and blackberry notes to hold sway without undue effort over a backdrop of loam, singed vanilla and tobacco. Drink now through 2030. 2,000 cases made.—J.M. $38 Internet Price $26.95

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August 5th 2022 Newsletter

2021 Luli Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Arrives today at GT $22.99

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2019 Domaine Lafage Cuvee Nicolas

All Grenache brought up in demi-muids and aged on lees for 8 months, the medium ruby/purple-hued color of the 2019 Cuvée Nicolas is followed by a killer bouquet of kirsch liqueur, savory spices, cured meats, and peppery garrigue. Rich, medium to full-bodied, and gorgeously textured, it has wonderful richness with no sensation of weight. $20 Our Price $15.99 (Back in stock GT a...

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August 2nd 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 M. Cellars Paso Cabernet and 2018 Phelps Insignia at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $20 per person.
Tuesday, August 2nd. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

2019 M Cellars Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon

Blackberry, cedar, licorice, black tea, warm brown spice, dark chocolate. Plush, generous, with a lifted finish, showcasing firm, polished tannins. $25 Our Price $20.99

James Suckling 99 Points
2018 Phelps Insignia Proprietary Red

Blackberry and black chocolate with mint, conifer and clove. S...

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July 29th 2022 Newsletter

WOW-Carneros Chard 64% Off!
2019 Pars Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of vanilla, tropical fruit, and hints of butter and toast are complemented by subtle toasty oak. In the palate, the wine is round and crisp with hints of honeyed citrus, peach, and nuttiness. Very good acidity and balance. $20 Our Price $7.25 (Arrives GT 8/2/22)

Wine Enthusiast 90 Point
2021 Beckmen Santa Ynez Valley Sauvignon Blanc

Lightly effervescent in the glass, this bottling smells of wet lawn, green pineapple...

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July 26th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Penner Ash Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and 2019 Riverain Tench Oakville Napa Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, July 26th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 93 Points
PENNER-ASH Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2019

Savory, bright and elegantly structured, with hints of underbrush, raspberry and pomegranate building tension toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2029. 5,600 cases made. — TF $55

Jeb Dunnuck 95+
2019 Riverain Tench Vineyard Cab...

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July 22nd 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points
ALMA DE CATTLEYA Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma County 2021

Aromatic, intense and distinctive, delivering mouthwatering lemongrass, Meyer lemon, pomelo and white grapefruit flavors, with an intriguing touch of litsea oil that lingers on the fresh finish. Drink now. 2,000 cases made.—MaryAnn Worobiec. $22. Internet Price $19.99 (Available GT and VRW)

2016 The Calling Alexander Valley Visionary Proprietary Red

Winemaker Notes: Bold and inviting, the nose offers compelling layers of...

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July 19th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Penner Ash Shea Vineyard Pinot and 2017 The Mascot Napa Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, July 19th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

James Suckling 94 Points
2019 Penner Ash Shea Pinot Noir

Strawberries and black cherries with stones and flowers. Medium body, firm and round tannins and a stone and mineral aftertaste to the fruit. Tight at the end. Best after 2024. $75

2017 The Mascot Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winery Notes: The Mascot is a Napa Valley Caber...

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July 15th 2022 Newsletter

WOW-French Rhone 57% Off!
2019 Cadenette Costières de Nîmes Contrôlée

Winemaker Notes: The ripening of the fruits has been carried out far, which gives a powerful wine with pronounced aromas of liquorice, black fruits or prunes. The color is a deep red. 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache. $16 Our Price $6.95 (Available GT)

Wine Spectator 92 Points
LEMELSON Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Thea's Selection 2018

Refined and structured, offering pinpoint black cherry, savory spice and black tea flavors that bui...

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July 12th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Mondavi Napa Cabernet and 2009 Peter Michael Les Pavot at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, July 12th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Jeb Dunnuck 92 Points
2019 Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

The base 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is certainly impressive, and since there are roughly 90,000 cases, it’s an incredible achievement. Classic darker currants, tobacco leaf, truffly earth, and spicy oak all define the bouquet, and it’s medium to...

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July 8th 2022 Newsletter

+On deck for wine tasting next week at VRW+

Wine Advocate 96 Points
2009 Peter Michael Winery Les Pavots

The 2009 Les Pavots, a 3,440-case blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot, comes from Knights Valley. It exhibits a distinctive truffle, chocolate, blackberry and cassis-scented bouquet, a full-bodied mouthfeel, and fabulous concentration, purity and density. This magnificent effort’s open-knit style was surprising as most Northern California 2009s...

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July 5th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Peter Michael L’Apres Midi Sauvignon Blanc and 2017 Figgins Proprietary Red at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, July 5th. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 93 Points
PETER MICHAEL Sauvignon Blanc Knights Valley L'Après-Midi 2019

Effusive and elegant, focused and intense, with honeysuckle overtones to the lemon curd, ruby grapefruit and Fuji apple flavors. Hints of pineapple and candied ginger linger on the fresh finish. Drink now. 2,393 cases made...

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July 1st 2022 Newsletter

Fourth of July Holiday
We will be closed at both locations (GT and VRW) on Monday, 7/4/22

Wine Advocate 95+
2020 Willi Schaefer Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese #10

Willi Schaefer's 2020 Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese #10 is deep, fine and complex on the still reductive yet clear, dense and elegant nose. Lush and piquant on the palate, this is a very fine and finely concentrated, intense and persistent Domprobst with sustainable juicy fruit and stimulating grip. This is a mouthful of g...

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June 28th 2022 Newsletter

Taste Billecart Brut Nature, Pol Roger Brut Reserve and Vilmart Grand Cellier Brut at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, 6/28/22. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

James Suckling 94 Points
Billecart Salmon Brut Nature

A dense, layered Champagne with a full body and lots of creamy texture. Lovely cooked apple and pie crust. 40% pinot meunier, 30% chardonnay and 30% pinot noir. The base was 2015, but in total it contains 10 harvests. It was bottled at the beginning of 2016 and dis...

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June 24th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points
Sean Minor Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2019

Rich and toasty, with hints of cedar bark to the dried red fruit and berry flavors that are well-knit. The creamy finish is long and plush, with accents of hot stone and cooking spices. Drink now through 2026. $25 Our Price $21.99 (Back in stock GT and VRW)

WOW*55% Off! * 2015 Nielson Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: The wine shows aromas of blackberri2)es, rose petals, dried herbs, and earth. Flavors are driven by a d...

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June 21st 2022 Newsletter

Taste two vintages of Schrader Double Diamond Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, 6/21 and Wednesday, 6/22. Available 12:00 noon -5:45 PM

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2018 Double Diamond Cabernet Sauvignon

Readers looking to get a taste of the impeccable quality and style from Schrader at a more affordable price point would do well to check out the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon from Double Diamond. Released by Schrader as a separate brand and coming all from Oakville, it has a...

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June 17th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points
MACROSTIE Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2020

Peach, apricot and mango notes are pure, intense and extremely juicy on a fleshy, succulent frame, with hints of spice, orange blossom and dried ginger. Drink now. 19,231 cases made. — MW $26 Our Price $20.99 (Available GT)

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 93 Points
2019 Phelps Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) is absolutely gorgeous. Succulent red cherry, red plum, mocha, spice and leather are front and center...

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June 14th 2022 Newsletter

Taste the following Rose all day and every day this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10 per glass.

DOMAINE DU FIGUEIRASSE 2021 Vin des Sables ‘Gris de Gris’

For more than a century, the Saumade family has cared for vines on the shores of the Camargue delta in France. ‘Gris de Gris des Sables’ is a rosé de pressurage and blend of Grenache (gris, noir and blanc) and Cinsault grapes. Vineyards are 200 yards from the sea. Grapes are harvested at night when temperatures are coolest. All tank m...

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June 10th 2022 Newsletter

Give the gift of wine! Gift Certificates available at GT and VRW


WOW*55% Off! * 2015 Nielson Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: The wine shows aromas of blackberri2)es, rose petals, dried herbs, and earth. Flavors are driven by a dark fruit core, complemented by sandalwood, black pepper, and crushed stone. $20 Internet Price $13.99. GT and VRW Insider Price $8.95 (Back in stock GT and VRW)

James Suckling 94 Points
2018 Etude Carneros Estate Pinot Noir

Vivid strawberry and dried-flower...

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June 7th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2016 Burgess Contadina Cabernet and 2018 Cade Howell Mt Estate Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, 6/7/22. Available 12 noon -5:45 PM

2016 Burgess Cellars CONTADINA Napa CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Winemaker Notes: A dense and concentrated cabernet with aromas and flavors of confectionary blackberry and stewed cassis. The lush fruit is brought into balance by high tone herbal aromatics of mint, sage, and sweet tobacco. The distinctively thick-skinned Cabernet grapes...

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June 3rd 2022 Newsletter

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 94 Points
2019 Beckmen Purisima Mountain Ballard Canyon Syrah

The 2019 Syrah Purisima Mountain Vineyard is a wild, exotic wine. Blueberry jam, chocolate, spice, leather and licorice fill out the layers effortlessly. This unctuous, heady Syrah shows just how distinctive Ballard Canyon is. A year or two in bottle should help soften some of the harder edges. $36 Our Price $26.99 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 90 Points
LUCY Rosé Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2021

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May 31st 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Faust Napa Cabernet and 2019 Turnbull Black Label Oakville Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday and Wednesday, 5/31 and 6/1/22. Available 12 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 93 Points * New Vintage!
FAUST Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2019

Lush, with boysenberry, plum and blackberry compote flavors liberally laced with licorice snap and sweet spice accents. Reveals a glimmer of graphite on the finish to keep it honest. For the hedonist crowd. Drink now throu...

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May 27th 2022 Newsletter

Memorial Day Holiday, Monday, 5/30/22
The Grape Tray and Vintage Reserve Wine will be closed

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2019 Sean Minor North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Sophisticated and refined, Cabernet is always a dinner party favorite. Indulge in a rich bouquet of ripe raspberries, blackberry pie, oak and savory spices. Delicate, soft tannins provide structure and linger elegantly. $22 Our Price $17.99 (Back in stock GT and VRW) Delicious!

2020 DOMAINE DU FIGUEIRASSE
‘Gris de...

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May 24th 2022 Newsletter

Memorial Day Holiday, Monday, 5/30/22
The Grape Tray and Vintage Reserve Wine will be closed

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Taste 2020 Allan Scott Pinot, 2019 DuMOL Jentoft Ryan Pinot and 2020 Kosta Brown Russian River Pinot at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday and Wednesday, 5/24 and 5/25/22. Available 12 noon -5:45 PM

Wine Spectator 92 Points
ALLAN SCOTT Pinot Noir Marlborough 2020

Delivers a core of juicy, vibrant cherry, cranberry and pomegranate notes, with tomato leaf, s...

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May 20th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93 Points
VILMART Brut Champagne Grand Cellier NV

Toasty hints of brioche, coffee liqueur and vanilla bean on the nose are more subtle on the palate of this plush-textured Champagne, where flavors of persimmon, yellow peach, blanched almond and Mandarin orange peel are underscored by minerally saline and chalk. Shows lovely balance and length. Disgorged July 2018. Drink now through 2026.—A.N. $77 Our Price $66.95 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 91 Points
2019 Livio Felluga Fr...

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May 17th 2022 Newsletter

2020 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc this week at VRW - By The Glass $10 (Available Tuesday-Saturday)

Wine Spectator 93 Points
CLOUDY BAY Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2020

Vibrant and intense, this offers a mouthwatering mix of lemon meringue, ruby grapefruit, lime sherbet and dried pineapple notes that leap out of the glass with equally intense aromatics. Hints of lemon verbena and dried ginger linger on the finish. Drink now. 75,000 cases imported. — MW $32

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May 13th 2022 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2019 Dalla Valle Napa Collina Cabernet

The base 2019 Collina was originally made from the younger vines of the estate, yet those vines aren’t so young anymore, and this easily stands alone as a brilliant Bordeaux blend. Black cherries, currants, leafy herbs, and subtle floral notes all define the bouquet, and it’s darker, medium to full-bodied, and beautifully balanced on the palate. It’s undeniably delicious and perfect for drinking over the coming 10-15 years. $115 (Avail...

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May 10th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2018 Gemstone Alluvial Cabernet and 2016 Laird Jillian's Blend at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person.
Tuesday, 5/10/22. Available 12 noon -5:45 PM

2016 Laird Jillian’s Blend

Winemakers Notes: This stunning red blend says “hello” immediately with a vivid purple hue with the slightest maroon rouge rim. The nose has balanced notes of boysenberry, ripe blueberry, baking spice and vanilla. The palate is plush and balanced with flavors of dark red cherries, mocha, and clove. The lasti...

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May 6th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 91 Points
2018 Etude Carneros Pinot Gris

Creamy and viscous in stone fruit, mango and fig, this white is opulent in texture with a subdued, balanced sense of ripeness. The acidity is equally poised and integrated, providing lasting freshness to the fruit. $25 Internet Price $18.99 (Available GT and VRW) Insider Price $10.

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
2019 Hartford Russian River Chardonnay

Readers looking for a pure, impeccably made Russian River Chardonnay should check out the 2019 Chard...

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May 3rd 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 DuMOL Chloe Chardonnay and 2018 Byron Nielson Chardonnay at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10 per person.

Tuesday, 5/3/22. Available 12 noon -5:30 PM

Decanter 92 Points
2018 Byron Nielson Vineyard Chardonnay

Slightly restrained nose with nice stone fruit and floral character underneath. Light lemon sherbet notes with toasted pineapple on the palate, pleasingly dry and youthful finish. $30

Jeb Dunnuck 98 Points
2019 DuMOL Chardonnay Chloe

The 2019 Chardonnay Chloe comes from the Russia...

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April 29th 2022 Newsletter

Dr. Loosen Dr. L Dry Riesling 2020

Winemaker Notes: This well-rounded Riesling is the dry counterpart to the lightly sweet Dr. L Riesling. Together, these two wines provide a glimpse into the unique stylistic diversity of Riesling, capturing the elegant and racy characteristics of steep, slate-soil Mosel vineyards at a very reasonable price. They are produced with grapes from contracted growers throughout the Mosel River valley who work closely with brothers Ernst and Thomas Loosen to achieve ex...

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April 26th 2022 Newsletter

Taste Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc and Domaine Carneros Brut at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) $10 per person.
Tuesday, 4/26/22. Available 12 noon -5:30 PM

Wine Spectator 93 Points
CLOUDY BAY Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2021

Intense and fresh, with green apple, dried pineapple, candied ginger and lemon curd flavors that show a hint of ripe melon, followed by details of lemon verbena on the finish. Drink now. 77,000 cases imported. —MaryAnn Worobiec. $33

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Domaine Carneros Brut Ca...

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April 22nd 2022 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 92 Points
2017 Byron Pinot Noir Fiddlestix Vineyard

Leading off the Sta. Rita Hills releases, the 2017 Pinot Noir Fiddlestix Vineyard comes from clones 777 and 667 and was completely destemmed and aged 16 months in 32% new French oak. Bright berry fruits, leafy herbs, spring flowers, candied violets, and subtle incense notes all emerge from the glass, and it's medium-bodied, beautifully balanced, elegant, and seamless on the palate. This is a classy, balanced Sta. Rita Hills effort t...

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April 19th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2019 Fait Main LPV Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person
Wednesday, 4/20/22-Available 12 noon-5:30 PM

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points
2019 Fait-Main Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard

Certainly in the same league as the 2018, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard is another full-bodied, ripe, incredibly sexy wine that has an incredible bouquet of red and blue fruits, sandalwood, crushed stone, and exotic spices. As with the 2018, it's flawl...

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April 15th 2022 Newsletter

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Gift Certificates available at GT and VRW


Wine Advocate 94+
2018 Paul Hobbs Napa Cabernet Sauvignon Coombsville

This is the first vintage for this label. In fact, this replaces the "Napa Valley" label, but since all the wine now comes from the Coombsville AVA (and mostly from their estate), it now carries the Coombsville name.

Deep garnet-purple in color, the nose of the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Coombsville is redolent of Morello cherries, boysenberries and cassis with hints...

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April 12th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2018 Phelps Insignia at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person
Wednesday, 4/13/22-Available 12 noon-5:30 PM

James Suckling 99 Points
2018 Phelps Insignia Proprietary Red

Blackberry and black chocolate with mint, conifer and clove. Sweet tobacco, violets and flowers, too. Some graphite. Cool and complex. Full-bodied with ultra fine, dusty tannins and a wonderful, extremely long finish. Savory and refined. A classic-styled 2018. This needs time, but is so approachable and gorgeous. On...

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April 8th 2022 Newsletter

2019 Robert Denogent SAINT-VÉRAN THE POMMARDS Vieilles Vignes

Winemaker Notes: Very mineral wine on the nose and very fresh on the palate. This balanced cuvée with its gourmet acidity will go perfectly with grilled fish or creamy cheeses from the Mâconnais. $50 Our Price $41.99 (Available GT)

Wine Advocate 91+ Points
2019 Domaine A. & P. de Villaine Bouzeron

The 2019 Bouzeron is a particular success, mingling aromas of crisp orchard fruit, white flowers and clear honey with hints of beeswax and f...

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April 5th 2022 Newsletter

Taste Kosta Browne Russian River Pinot at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10 per person
Wednesday, 4/6/22-Available 12 noon-5:30 PM

2020 Kosta Browne Russian River Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Perfectly clean and precise with bright red fruits. Cranberry, boysenberry, and layered baking spices complement the alluring hint of vanilla. On the palate, this wine has a polished, expressive texture and bountiful red fruit. A pleasing tension on the palate finishes with inspiring length and integrated t...

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April 1st 2022 Newsletter

2018 Hartford Three Virtues Russian River Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Three Virtues Vineyards Chardonnay is handcrafted from three vineyards located in the heart of the Russian River Valley AVA.

Exotic honeysuckle aromatics and a rich texture. Ripe pear and apple aromas and flavors with citrus and focused fruit characters are framed by nice acidity. $40 Our Price $23.99 (Available GT and VRW)

Jeb Dunnuck 97 Points
2019 Hourglass Blueline Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2019 Blueline Cabernet Sauvignon is a...

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March 29th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2008 Piper Heidsieck Rare Brut at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15 per person
Wednesday, 3/30/22-Available 12 noon-5:30 PM

Wine Spectator 97 Points
PIPER-HEIDSIECK Brut Champagne Rare 2008

Like a stallion out of the gate, this shows an initial explosion of power, in the form of mouthwatering flavors and fine texture, before quickly settling into an elegant gait. The racy acidity is seamlessly knit, buoying the lacy mousse and flavors of cassis, toasted brioche and tangerine, with accents...

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March 25th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points
ALLAN SCOTT Pinot Noir Marlborough 2020

Delivers a core of juicy, vibrant cherry, cranberry and pomegranate notes, with tomato leaf, spice, white pepper, tobacco and a hint of cocoa on the velvety finish. Drink now through 2040. 20,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported. — MW $22. Our Price $19.99 (Available GT and VRW)

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2018 Ledge MCA Cuvee

The MCA Cuvée from Ledge is one of the great values out there and it always delivers the goods. The 2018 sports a...

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March 22nd 2022 Newsletter

Taste Krug 169eme for $15 per person
at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Wednesday, 3/23/22-Available 12 noon-5:30 PM


Wine Spectator 96 Points
KRUG Brut Champagne Grande Cuvée 169ème Édition NV (reviewed 2021)

A vivid Champagne, with a chiseled frame of acidity and a chalky underpinning cloaked in a fine mousse that caresses the palate with its gossamer-like texture. Lovely aromas of coffee liqueur, anise and verbena accent the layered flavors of tangerine, Macadamia nut, brioche and ripe plum, a profi...

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March 18th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 96 Points
KRUG Brut Champagne Grande Cuvée 169ème Édition NV (reviewed 2021)

A vivid Champagne, with a chiseled frame of acidity and a chalky underpinning cloaked in a fine mousse that caresses the palate with its gossamer-like texture. Lovely aromas of coffee liqueur, anise and verbena accent the layered flavors of tangerine, Macadamia nut, brioche and ripe plum, a profile that expands on the long, mouthwatering finish. There's power and expressive character to this, with a delic...

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March 15th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2017 Salvestrin Dr. Crane Napa Cabernet and 2019 Aperture Soil Specific Sonoma Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW). Tasting Tuesday, 3/15- Thursday, 3/17/22. $15 per person.
Available all day during operating hours

Wine Advocate 93+ Points
2017 Salvestrin Cabernet Sauvignon Dr. Crane Vineyard

Blended with 10% Merlot, the deep garnet-purple colored 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Dr. Crane Vineyard gives up warm red and black fruits, earth and iron ore with notes of meats and cedar. The palate i...

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March 11th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93 Points
SALVESTRIN Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2019

This is chockablock with winey dark currant and juicy plum pâte de fruit notes, laced with hints of licorice root, tar and roasted apple wood. Offers ample structure, but it's racy and well-embedded in the fruit. Really vibrant throughout. Best from 2023 through 2036. —J.M. $50 (Available GT and VRW)

2019 Lewis Reserve Napa Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: The 2019 Reserve Cabernet is an extraordinary wine that projects with the phr...

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March 8th 2022 Newsletter

Taste 2017 and 2018 Bordeaux at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW). Tasting Tuesday, 3/8- Thursday, 3/10/22. $15 per person.
Available all day during operating hours

James Suckling 94 Points * 2017 Château d'Issan Margaux

The plum and orange-peel character comes through here with subtle focus. Medium body and very fine, polished and refined tannins. A light, dusty texture to it. Yet, it’s always focused and bright. A blend of 65% cabernet sauvignon and 35% merlot. Needs time to soften, but already very...

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March 4th 2022 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
La Cabanne 2018 Pomerol

The 2018 Château La Cabanne is another pretty, perfumed, incredibly pure Pomerol with loads of blueberry and cherry fruit as well candied violets, spice, and leafy herbs. I love its purity, it has great tannins, a layered, deep mid-palate, and an outstanding finish. It's great today, in a youthful, vibrant fashion, yet will benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age and keep for 10-15 years. It's a gorgeous wine and one of the finest I've tasted from this...

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March 1st 2022 Newsletter

Taste Justin Isosceles and Booker My Favorite Neighbor Cabernet at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) $10 per person. Tuesday, 3/1- Thursday, 3/3/22
Available all day during operating hours

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2019 Booker My Favorite Neighbor

The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is more elegant and focused, with medium to full-bodied aromas and flavors of cassis, redcurrants, green tobacco, and cedary spice. I love its texture, it has ripe, polished tannins, plenty of sweet fruit, and a great, great finish, al...

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February 25th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points
BEAULIEU VINEYARD Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2018

A polished and inviting style, with warm cassis and gently mulled plum fruit flavors gliding through atop pretty mocha, singed vanilla and loam accents, while a gentle savory echo adds range through the finish. Approachable now, but there's no rush. Drink now through 2032. 42,975 cases made. —James Molesworth. $33 Our Price $26.95 (Available GT and VRW 2/26/22)

2019 La Storia Alexander Valley Cabernet

Winemaker Notes...

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February 22nd 2022 Newsletter

DuMol and Anthem Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) $15 per person. Tuesday, 2/22 - Thursday, 2/24/22
Available all day during operating hours

Wine Spectator 93 Points
DUMOL Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Wester Reach 2019

Fine-grained, powerful and well-spiced, with floral accents to the raspberry and cherry flavors that are backed by fresh acidity. The juicy finish lingers with rich minerality and hints of white pepper. Drink now through 2025. 3,693 cases made. — KM $75

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February 18th 2022 Newsletter

Presidents’ Day Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, 2/21/22 at both locations GT and VRW


2018 Wren Hop Ghost Story Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Let's get this pun out of the way. This wine is scary good. There, we said it. This Pinot Noir arrives via the Petaluma Gap, an area known for creating natural acidity and an extended growing season. The marine layer creates apparition-like fog and eerie shadows before being ghost-busted by the sun.

All important for the flavor development cy...

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February 15th 2022 Newsletter

Silver Oak Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) $15 per person. Tuesday, 2/15 - Thursday, 2/17.

Available all day during operating hours

2017 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: The Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet is ruby in color with a purple rim. Warm and inviting, it has notes of red currant, cassis, ripe plum, cardamom and toffee. There’s depth and weight on the palate—a harmonious intensity. This wine has a long and beautiful finish, and its fine tann...

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February 11th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points
PAUL BERTRAND Malbec Cahors Crocus L'Atelier 2018

A fluid red, with blackberry, blueberry and plum flavors accented by vanilla and clove. Firmly structured, with a sense of grace and harmony despite the chalky tannins. Drink now through 2028. 2,800 cases made, 1,400 cases imported. — BS $20 Our Price $17.95 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 94 Points
SEGHESIO Zinfandel Rockpile Rockpile 2019

Spirited yet refined and robust, with vibrant cherry, smoky dill and cracked...

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February 8th 2022 Newsletter

Tuesday, 2/8 - Thursday, 2/10 Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) $15 per person
Taste 2017 Booker Oublie GSM and 2018 Booker Fracture Syrah this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW).
Available all day during operating hours Tuesday-Thursday

Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
2017 Booker Oublié Paso Robles GSM

The 2017 Oublié is a blockbuster, ranking with the finest wines in the vintage. Based on 56% Grenache, 22% Mourvèdre, 22% Syrah, brought up in 50% neutral barrels, its vivid purple color is follow...

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February 4th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94 Points * RÉSONANCE Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2019

Vibrant and impeccably structured, with floral raspberry, crushed stone and savory tea accents that build tension toward refined tannns. Drink now through 2031. —T.F. $35 Our Price $29.95 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 91 Points * TEXTBOOK Merlot Napa Valley 2019

Spicy, with subtle ginger hints to the raspberry and red cherry flavors, which linger with vanilla bean notes. The polished finish is enlivened by hot stone ac...

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February 1st 2022 Newsletter

Tuesday, 2/1 - Thursday, 2/3 Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) $15 per person

Taste 2019 Pride Mountain Cabernet and 2019 Bevan Ontogeny Proprietary Red this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW).

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday-Thursday

2019 Pride Mountain Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: A classic cabernet showing a panoply of gorgeous dark flavors including black cherry, ripe plum, Cubano tobacco, graphite and sandalwood with underlying notes of tar and chocolate. Textbook cab...

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January 28th 2022 Newsletter

2020 Tempier Bandol Rose, Magnum

Notes from Anthony Lynch: They say great wine is evocative of place. With Tempier rosé, all it takes is one sniff to be carried back to Provence, conceiving a dreamy fantasy of sunshine and ice-cold pink wine. Suddenly we are in the shade of a massive umbrella pine tree at Domaine Tempier, refreshed by a soothing breeze and generous sips of rosé. The cigales chirp buzzingly in the background, while the sound of laughter complements their constant hum. Your glass...

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January 25th 2022 Newsletter

Tuesday, 1/25/22 Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine $10 per person.
Tasting available all day during operating hours.

2020 Belle Glos Clark and Telephone Pinot

Winemaker Notes: Deep ruby red in color with scarlet highlights, Clark & Telephone opens with bountiful aromas of red fruits of cranberry and raspberry jam, laced with clove, cedar, and holiday baking spices. Bold and complex flavors of crushed ripe cherry, cranberry and blueberry pie linger on the palate. The texture is rich and li...

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January 21st 2022 Newsletter

2020 Party Line Zin in stock at GT!


Wine Spectator 92 Points
BODEGAS MONTECILLO Rioja Reserva 2013

This plump red offers mulled cherry and plum flavors, with notes of cinnamon, sandalwood and cedar. Light tannins are well-integrated, while orange peel acidity keeps this fresh and focused. Harmonious and generous. Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Garnacha. Drink now through 2028. 26,500 cases made, 15,900 cases imported. — TM $18 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 92 Points
BODEGAS BERONIA Rioja Gran R...

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January 18th 2022 Newsletter

Taste a 94 point Dundee Hills Pinot and a 94 point Rutherford Napa Cabernet this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 1/18 – Thursday, 1/20/22.

Wine Advocate 94 Points
2019 Arterberry Maresh Pinot Noir Dundee Hills

The 2019 Pinot Noir Dundee Hills is ethereal and perfumed this vintage. It offers pure scents of raspberry preserves, bergamot, tangerine and Angostura with wafts of sweet balsamic. The palate is soft, bright and super silky, wi...

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January 14th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points * QUERCIABELLA Maremma Toscana Mongrana 2018

Ripe and polished, this red offers plum, black cherry, licorice and spice flavors. Vibrant and harmonious, with slightly chewy tannins gracing the lingering aftertaste. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2024. 9,166 cases made, 5,000 cases imported. — BS $22 Our Price $18.29 (Available VRW this afternoon)

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 92 Points * 2019 Robert Craig Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain Cuvée

The...

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January 7th 2022 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90 Points

FOLEY JOHNSON Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford Estate 2018

Steeped plum and blackberry fruit melds nicely with touches of vanilla, cedar and warm earth through the finish, with a polished feel overall that makes this accessible now too. Drink now through 2026. 10,036 cases made. — JM $50 Liquidation Price $TBD (Available GT)

James Suckling 93 points
2018 O’Shaughnessy Howell Mt. Cabernet Sauvignon

Blue flowers and fruit on the nose, as well as licorice, tea leaf and dark choc...

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January 4th 2022 Newsletter

Napa Cabernet Wine Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15.
Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 1/4 – Thursday, 1/6/22.

Wine Spectator 93 Points
Peter Franus Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder Brandlin Vineyard 2018

Textbook Mount Veeder Cabernet, with a lively mix of red currant, blackberry and boysenberry preserves laced with mulling spice, sweet bay leaf and singed mesquite, all carried by zesty acidity and juicy, integrated grip through the finish. Drink now throug...

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December 30th 2021 Newsletter

VRW Hours This Week
Tuesday-Thursday 12 Noon-6:00 PM
Friday, 12/31/21 12 Noon-4:00 PM


GT Hours This Week
Monday-Thursday 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Friday, 12/31/21 10:30 AM-3:00 PM


Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) and Grape Tray (GT) will be closed on Monday, January 3rd

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Wine Spectator 93 Points
VILMART Brut Champagne Grand Cellier NV

Toasty hints of brioche, coffee liqueur and vanilla bean on the nose are more subtle on the palate of this plush-textured Champagne, where...

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December 28th 2021 Newsletter

VRW Hours This Week
Tuesday-Thursday 12 Noon-6:00 PM
Friday, 12/31/21 12 Noon-4:00 PM


GT Hours This Week
Monday-Thursday 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Friday, 12/31/21 10:30 AM-3:00 PM

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Three Wine Tastings at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) New Years week: Available all day during operating hours. Tuesday, 12/28/21 – Friday, 12/31/21. $15 per person.

Plus Special Hundred Acre Tasting on Friday -Reservation Required (See last page for details)

#1. Tuesday, 12/28 and Wednesday...

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December 21st 2021 Newsletter

VRW Hours This Week
Tuesday-Thursday 12 Noon-6:00 PM
Friday, 12/24/21 12 Noon-4:00 PM


GT Hours This Week
Monday-Thursday 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Friday, 12/24/21 10:30 AM-3:00 PM

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Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW):

Taste 2018 Pont Neuf Russian River Pont Royal Chardonnay, 2018 Staglin Salus Rutherford Cabernet and 2018 The Setting Alexander Valley Cabernet this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 1...

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December 17th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 95 Points

CLOS ST.-JEAN Châteauneuf-du-Pape Vieilles Vignes 2019

Rich and seductive in style, featuring waves of warmed plum sauce and blackberry purée flavors laced with singed alder, licorice root and tobacco notes, with flashes of ganache and warm earth in the background. Everything stays well-defined through the finish, which offers a late echo of minerality. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Vaccarèse and Muscardin. Best from 2023 through 2038. —J.M. 900 cases made. $60 Int...

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December 14th 2021 Newsletter

VRW Hours This Week
Tuesday-Friday, 12 Noon-6:00 PM
Saturday, 12 Noon-4:00 PM

Taste 2018 Hess Collection Mt Veeder Cabernet and 2017 Taub Family Morisoli Borges Rutherford Cabernet this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 12/14 – Thursday, 12/16/21.

Wine Spectator 93 Points
THE HESS COLLECTION Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder 2018

Lush and deeply fruity, with crushed plum, mulled blackberry and açaí berry compote flavors that meld nicely t...

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December 10th 2021 Newsletter

VRW Hours Next Week
Tuesday-Friday, 12 Noon-6:00 PM
Saturday, 12 Noon-4:00 PM


Wine Spectator 94 Points
STAGLIN Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford 2018

Rich and seductive, with velvety dark plum, mulberry and boysenberry fruit flavors gliding through, infused with anise, roasted apple wood and black tea notes. The fruit echoes persistently through the finish, where a violet notes adds additional charm. A very suave wine that nearly flaunts its texture. Drink now through 2035. 2,300 cases made. — JM $2...

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December 7th 2021 Newsletter

Taste 2018 Hall Napa Cabernet and 2018 Kathryn Hall Napa Cabernet this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15:
Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 12/7 – Thursday, 12/9/21.

Wine Spectator 93 Points * HALL Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2018

This packs in some serious plum compote and cassis flavors, liberally wrapped in dark licorice and finishing with a swath of sweet toast and tobacco on the broad finish. Nice mineral underpinning keeps it honest. Fairly accessible despite it...

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December 3rd 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93 Points
THE HESS COLLECTION Cabernet Sauvignon Mount Veeder 2018

Lush and deeply fruity, with crushed plum, mulled blackberry and açaí berry compote flavors that meld nicely together, while melted black licorice, black tea and mulling spice notes add range and detail. Features a lushness that makes this approachable now, but shows a strong underlying iron spine that will let this evolve with cellaring. Best from 2023 through 2036. —J.M. $75 Our Price $63.99 (Available GT and VRW...

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November 30th 2021 Newsletter

Taste 2019 DuMol Chardonnay and Pinot Noir this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 11/30 – Thursday, 12/2/21.

Wine Spectator 94 Points
DUMOL Chardonnay Russian River Valley Wester Reach 2019

Powerfully fresh and minerally, this complex white features concentrated pear tart and apple pastry flavors that are filled with crunchy acidity, showing hints of custard. Ends with buttery accents and tropical fruit notes on the richly spiced finish...

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November 22nd 2021 Newsletter

Three Wine Tastings at VRW Thanksgiving week:
Available all day during operating hours Monday, 11/22 – Wednesday, 11/24/21. $15 per person.

#1. Monday Tasting, 11/22/21

Wine Spectator 92 * DOMAINE CARNEROS Brut Carneros 2017

Sleek and steely, with precise lemon, fresh ginger, blanched almond and strawberry flavors that build richness on a long finish. Drink now. 32,500 cases made. — TF $33 Internet Price $29.95

2018 Shibumi Knoll Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

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November 16th 2021 Newsletter

Taste 2017 Caymus Special Selection Cabernet this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $15: Taste the 2017 Caymus Special Selection Napa Cabernet and 2018 Mount Veeder Napa Cabernet Sauvignon.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 11/16 – Thursday, 11/18/21.

2017 Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Each year, Caymus sets aside the best barrels of our Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley to produce Special Selection. Distinguished by extremely fine, velvety t...

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November 12th 2021 Newsletter

2017 Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Each year, Caymus sets aside the best barrels of our Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley to produce Special Selection. Distinguished by extremely fine, velvety tannins and enjoyable upon release or with aging. A wine of structure with intense concentration of supple flavors and dark fruits. $230 Our Price $199.99 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 93 Points
SOJOURN Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Rodgers Creek Vineyard 2019

Well-structu...

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November 9th 2021 Newsletter

Taste 2016 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10: Taste the 2016 Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet and 2017 Stack House Napa Cabernet.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 11/9 – Thursday, 11/11/21.

Jeb Dunnuck 92 Points
2017 Stack House Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Made by Anna Monticelli, the 2017 Stack House Cabernet Sauvignon checks in as 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot, and the balance Cabernet Franc. Coming 90% from mountain fruit...

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November 5th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 95 Points
2019 Familiar Air Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Malbec. Deep garnet-purple colored, it bursts with gregarious notions of stewed black plums, black cherry preserves and wild blueberries with hints of violets, fallen leaves, cinnamon stick and tapenade. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated, the palate is packed with expressive, juicy black and blue fruits, finishing very long and very fragrant. $90 (Available...

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November 2nd 2021 Newsletter

Taste Two 2018 Napa Cabernets This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10: Taste the 2018 Tether Napa Cabernet and 2018 Hayfork Lewelling Ranch Napa Cabernet.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 11/2 – Thursday, 11/4/21.

Wine Advocate 92 Points
2018 Tether Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

A blend of 97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Malbec, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon is deep garnet-purple in color. It leaps from the glass with warm cassis, baked plums and wild blueberries scents, plus hint...

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October 29th 2021 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2016 Col d’ Orcia Brunello di Montalcino

The 2016 Col d’Orcia Brunello offers notes of pine resin, black cherry, and dried strawberry aromatics. The palate is concentrated and compact, with dried tomato leaf bitterness and tobacco. The structure is not shy, with a rich core of fruit, bold tannin upfront and just as much acidity to match. This is a bold wine for the 2016 vintage, packed with sun-kissed warmth. It commands time in the cellar, so drinking is recommended over 2...

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October 26th 2021 Newsletter

Taste 2018 Far Niente Napa Cabernet This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10: Taste the 2018 Far Niente Napa Cabernet and 2018 William Harrison Rutherford Cabernet.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 10/26 – Thursday, 10/28/21.

2018 William Harrison CABERNET SAUVIGNON, RUTHERFORD ESTATE

Winemaker Notes: Marked by intense aromas of blackberry compote, with subtler notes of cocoa nib, blueberry and fennel seed. The palate is full-bodied, with dense boysenberry flavors, a hint...

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October 19th 2021 Newsletter

Taste Caymus Napa Cabernet This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10: Taste the 2018 Thread Feathers Spring Mountain Napa Cabernet and 2019 Caymus Napa Cabernet.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 10/19 – Thursday, 10/21/21.

2018 Thread Feathers Spring Mountain Napa Cabernet

Tasting Impressions: A beautiful display of red fruit beginning with bing cherry on entry and black cherry mid-palate. Forward and bold, with full-bodied richness yet considerable elegance and purity. It...

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October 15th 2021 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2018 Hartford Court
Russian River Pinot, Half Bottles

Starting with the 2018 Pinot Noir Russian River Valley, which comes from multiple sites and was brought up in 27% new French oak, it has a vivid ruby hue to go with classic Russian River notes of mulled cherry and raspberry fruits, cola, spice box, and dried herbs. Medium-bodied, round, and beautifully textured, it's a totally charming, balanced, elegant Pinot Noir that punches way above its weight. $19 Our Price $15.99...

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October 12th 2021 Newsletter

Taste $125 Austin Hope Reserve Cabernet This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10: Taste the 2019 Thread Feathers Howell Mountain Cabernet and 2018 Austin Hope Reserve Cabernet.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 10/12 – Thursday, 10/14/21.

2019 Thread Feathers Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Extracted, rich and earthy, this 2019 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is full- bodied, and richly ripe in black fruit, coniferous nose with violet, redcurrant and...

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October 8th 2021 Newsletter

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 95 Points
Tor 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Tierra Roja Vineyard Oakville, Napa Valley

Tor's 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Tierra Roja Vineyard is rich, effusive and savory from the very first taste. Crushed red berries, rose petal, mocha, crushed rocks, new French oak and espresso race out of the glass. There is an energy to the Tierra Roja that is impossible to miss. Then again, that is the magic of the red soils in Eastern Oakville. The tannins could use a bit of time to soften, b...

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October 5th 2021 Newsletter

Taste $100 Sea Smoke Pinot Noir This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10: Taste the 2019 Hahn SLH Pinot Noir, 2017 McIntyre Estate SLH Pinot Noir and 2019 Sea Smoke Sta. Rita Hills Southing Pinot Noir.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 10/5 – Thursday, 10/7/21.

Wine Spectator 90 Points
2019 Hahn Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Concentrated dark fruit and berry flavors are backed by medium-grained tannins and fresh acidity, with loamy and minerally accents on the ripe fini...

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October 1st 2021 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 93 Points
Roederer Brut Collection 242

Producer Notes: This debut release is very impressive indeed, wafting from the glass with notes of pear, peach, ripe citrus fruit, toasted almonds, fresh pastry and white flowers. Medium to full-bodied, pillowy and textural, it's concentrated and layered, with lively acids, an enlivening pinpoint mousse and a long, sapid finish. Brut Premier was already a very persuasive wine, but the new Brut Collection nevertheless represents a step up. $65...

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September 28th 2021 Newsletter

Taste a $225 and 99 Point Napa Cabernet Blend this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 9/28- Thursday, 9/30/21.

Wine Spectator 90
SILENUS Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley Tyros 2017

Quite bold and ripe, this teeters a bit, with a prune note amid the cherry, raspberry and plum confiture flavors. Features pretty spice accents, a relatively silky feel and a lingering mesquite element for added range. For fans of the style. Drink now through 20...

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September 24th 2021 Newsletter

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 95 Points
2019 Walter Hansel Russian River
 Chardonnay Cuvée Alyce

The 2019 Chardonnay Cuvée Alyce is a total knock-out. Rich, ample and explosive, the 2019 possesses tremendous depth and textural elegance to burn. Citrus confit, white flowers, chamomile and light tropical notes lend an exotic flair to this striking, beautifully delineated Chardonnay from Hansel. $38 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 91 Points * BODEGA NUMANTHIA Tinta de Toro Toro Termes 2017

This red s...

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September 21st 2021 Newsletter

Lucienne Chardonnay and Pinot Wine Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Taste the 2018 Lucienne Lone Oak SLH Chardonnay, 2018 Lucienne Lone Oak SLH Pinot Noir and 2018 Lucienne Doctor’s SLH Pinot Noir.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 9/21- Thursday, 9/23/21.

Vinous 93 Points
Lucienne 2018 Chardonnay Lone Oak Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands

Limpid yellow-gold. Vibrant, mineral- and spice-accented citrus and orchard fruit and jasmine qualities on the highly per...

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September 17th 2021 Newsletter

2019 Lucia Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: A stunning melange of three truly unique vineyard sites (52% Pisoni, 18% Garys’, and 30% Soberanes), the 2019 Lucia Pinot Noir exhales deeply as its ruby hue trickles down the side of the glass. Notes of spiced plum, black cherry and sage quickly fill the glass. This wine is initially tightly wound, but each passing minute allows for new layers and aromas to unfold. At first, subtle notes of dried raspberry and sous bois were most prom...

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September 13th 2021 Newsletter

Taste four wines this week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW). Receive 3 ounces of each wine for $6-$10 per taste:

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 9/14- Thursday, 9/16/21.

Wine Spectator 96 Points - $6 per 3 ounce serving
DOMAINE HUET Vouvray Demi-Sec Le Haut-Lieu 2020

This broad, striking white is elegant and rich with complexity, featuring green melon, yellow fig, ginger and verbena notes, underscored with heather, stone, flint and spice details. Offers great energy and tension, s...

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September 10th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93 Points * RUDD Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville Crossroads 2018

Offers a ripe and zesty mix of bramble, plum paste, raspberry reduction and melted black licorice notes all swirling around together, backed by apple wood and sassafras accents through the finish. Best from 2023 through 2034. 836 cases made. — JM $80 (Arrives VRW 9/15/21)

Wine Spectator 92 Points
Sean Minor Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2019

Rich and toasty, with hints of cedar bark to the dried red fruit and berry flavors that...

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September 7th 2021 Newsletter

Taste a $100 Sauvignon Blanc This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Taste the 2020 Lucky Rock Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc, 2019 Merry Edwards Russian River Sauvignon Blanc and 2018 Arkenstone Howell Mt. Estate Sauvignon Blanc.
Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 9/7- Friday, 9/10/21.

Wine Spectator 90 Points
LUCKY ROCK Sauvignon Blanc
Sonoma County County Cuvée 2020

Tangy Key lime, pomelo and melon flavors are sleek and refreshing, with lingering notes of sea salt and ruby gra...

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September 3rd 2021 Newsletter

Labor Day Holiday
The Grape Tray and Vintage Reserve Wine will be closed on Monday, 9/6/21

Wine Enthusiast 92 Points
Scott Family 2018 Dijon Clone
Arroyo Seco Chardonnay

Lemon blossom, nectarine, damp sand and the lightest touch of butter make for a compelling nose. It's very racy on the palate, with a brisk lemon-juice flavor that cuts through the rounded tones of nectarine and apricot. $36. Internet Price $16.99. Email subscriber price $12.95 (Available GT and VRW)

Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2019 Ri...

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August 31st 2021 Newsletter

Napa and Sonoma Cabernet Wine Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:
Taste the 2018 Roth Alexander Valley Cabernet, 2016 Joseph Carr Rutherford Napa Cabernet, 2018 Stewart Napa Cabernet and 2019 Sinegal Details Sonoma Cabernet.
Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 8/31- Friday, 9/3/21.

2018 Roth Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley

Winemaker Notes: Bold, full-bodied and rich. Dark in color, it displays mighty aromas of intense dark fruit, cassis and cocoa powder. Th...

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August 27th 2021 Newsletter

 Wine Spectator 96 points * LOUIS ROEDERER Brut Champagne Cristal 2013

Exotic hints of tangerine and candied ginger are an enticing entrance for this vivid Champagne, accenting a finely meshed range of ripe green apple and cassis fruit, with rich notes of chopped almond, brioche and lemon curd. An underscoring streak of salinity gains momentum through the mouthwatering finish, echoing as it rides the plushly creamy mousse. This is decadence in a sleek and graceful package. Pinot Noir and Chardon...

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August 24th 2021 Newsletter

Beringer Vineyards Wine Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Taste the 2019 Private Reserve Chardonnay, 2018 Knights Valley Cabernet and 2018 Knights Valley Reserve Cabernet.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 8/24- Friday, 8/27/21.

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2019 Beringer Private Reserve Chardonnay

The 2019 Chardonnay Private Reserve is certainly the richest and most opulent of the whites here, although it shows a fresher, less oaky, toasty character than older vin...

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August 20th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93 Points
SPOTTSWOODE Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Lyndenhurst 2018

There's a well-endowed core of warmed cassis and steeped plum fruit here, splashed with a sassafras note and backed by roasted applewood and melted black licorice on the finish. Rich in feel throughout. Best from 2022 through 2034. —J.M. $85 (Available GT)

Wine Spectator 94 Points
MARC HÉBRART Brut Champagne
Spécial Club 2016

This hedonistic Champagne is lush and juicy, with mouthwatering acidity serving as a spr...

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August 17th 2021 Newsletter

Beaulieu Vineyards Wine Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Taste the 2017 Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, 2016 Tapestry Reserve and 2018 Rutherford Reserve Cabernet.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 8/17- Friday, 8/20/21.

James Suckling 92 Points
2017 Beaulieu Vineyards Napa Cabernet

A firm and silky red with blackberries and currants, as well as iodine and redwood undertones. Medium-bodied, creamy and delicious. Shows real Napa character. 84% Cabernet Sauvignon w...

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August 13th 2021 Newsletter

James Suckling 96 Points
2018 Beaulieu Vineyard Reserve Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

This is so aromatic with redcurrants, flowers and crushed stones. Some bark and rose stem, too. Full-bodied, yet so refined and textured with a lovely finish of fruit and hints of berry and light chocolate. So delicious now, but will develop nicely in the bottle. $85 Internet Price $69.99 (Arrives GT this afternoon)

Tasting Panel 94 Points
2018 J. Lohr Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon

The majority of grapes for this b...

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August 10th 2021 Newsletter

Duckhorn Vineyards Wine Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Taste the 2019 Napa Chardonnay, 2016 Napa Merlot and 2018 Napa Cabernet Sauvignon.

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 8/10- Friday, 8/13/21.

2019 Duckhorn Napa Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: This alluring wine displays aromas of yellow peach, lemon cream, pear and mango, along with French oak-inspired notes of brioche, sweet baking spices and crème brûlée. The luxurious peach and pear notes are echoed on...

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August 6th 2021 Newsletter

Prosper Maufoux Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2019

Winemaker Notes: Ruby in color with purple tints. Surprisingly opulent with explosive aromas of fresh fruits like raspberry, black currant and red berry. Perfect balance between freshness and fruitiness. $20 Our Price $17.49 (Available GT)

Arriving this afternoon:
2019 Venge Silencieux
2019 Teeter Totter Napa Cab
2019 Biale Party Line Zinfandel


Campo Viejo Cava Brut Rose

Winemaker Notes: A bright sparkling pink color. Pleasant and powerful on the nose wit...

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August 3rd 2021 Newsletter

Paso Robles vs. Napa Wine Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Taste the 2018 Quilt Napa Cabernet, 2018 Justin Paso Cabernet, 2019 Daou Paso Cabernet and 2019 Thread Feathers Howell Mt. Napa Cabernet

Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 8/3- Friday, 8/6/21.

2018 Quilt Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of cassis, hazelnut, cocoa, blackberry preserves and charry meat with notes of dark licorice, stewed rhubarb, strawberry, spice and vanillin. Flavors...

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June 30th 2021 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
2016 The Paring Red

The 2016 Red Wine checks in as a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot. Brilliant notes of cassis, tobacco leaf, damp earth, cedary herbs, and graphite all emerge from this concentrated, remarkably pure, elegant Bordeaux blend hat has building tannins and a great, great finish. It tastes like it costs three times the price. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20%, Merlot, 20%, Cabernet Franc & 10%, Petit Verdot. In...

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June 27th 2021 Newsletter

Pinot Noir Wine Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Taste the 2019 Sean Minor Sonoma Coast Pinot, 2017 Goldeneye Anderson Valley Pinot, 2017 McIntyre SLH Estate Pinot and 2018 Lucienne Smith Vineyard SLH Pinot. Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 7/27- Friday, 7/30/21.

Wine Spectator 92 Points

Sean Minor Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2019

Rich and toasty, with hints of cedar bark to the dried red fruit and berry flavors that are well-knit. The creamy finish is long a...

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July 23rd 2021 Newsletter

2019 Thread Feathers Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Extracted, rich and earthy, this 2019 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is full- bodied, and richly ripe in black fruit, coniferous nose with violet, redcurrant and red-plum aromas, leading to a succulent palate that carries attractive tannin structure. Focused and powerful. Elements of sage, dried herb and cedar provide contrast the complexity. Wine Specs: Blend: 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 1% Malbec. Inte...

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July 20th 2021 Newsletter

Cakebread Cellars Wine Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) for $10:

Taste 2019 Napa Sauvignon Blanc, 2019 Napa Chardonnay, 2018 Napa Merlot and 2018 Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 7/20- Saturday, 7/24/21.

2019 Cakebread Napa Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of fresh pink grapefruit, sweet citrus and hay burst with freshness on the nose. Cool melon tones balance pink grapefruit on the palate, accented by ripe acidity and a subtle mine...

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July 16th 2021 Newsletter

KRUG GRANDE CUVÉE 169ÈME ÉDITION

Winemaker Notes: It is a blend of 146 wines from 11 different years, the youngest of which is from 2013, while the oldest dates back to 2000. The final composition is 43% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay and 22% Meunier. A stay of around seven years in Krug’s cellars gives Krug Grande Cuvée 169ème Édition its distinct expression and elegance.

Tasting Impression: A light golden colour and fine, vivacious bubbles, holding a promise of pleasure. ▪ Aromas of flowers in bloo...

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July 13th 2021 Newsletter

Austin Hope and Justin Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW):
Taste 2019 Austin Hope Paso Cabernet, NV “Austin” Paso Cabernet, 2018 Justin Paso Cabernet and 2017 Justin Isosceles at VRW for $10! Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 7/13- Saturday, 7/17/21.

NV Austin Hope “Austin” Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: True to Paso Robles’ signature style, this fruit forward Cabernet Sauvignon has enticing aromas of dark fruit, fresh vanilla bean and hints of coffee. On the palette, the dark broo...

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July 9th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93 Points * SPARKMAN Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley Holler 2018

Gutsy yet polished, with deeply structured blackberry, mocha espresso and dusky spice flavors that build tension toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2029. —T.F. $32 Our Price $25.99 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 92 Points
MCINTYRE Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands McIntyre Estate Vineyard 2017

Dark currant, plum and raspberry tart flavors show juicy richness, loaded with toasty accents. This is creamy...

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July 6th 2021 Newsletter

Special Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) with Frank Family Winery:
Taste 2019 Carneros Chardonnay, 2019 Carneros Pinot Noir, 2018 Napa Cabernet and 2018 Napa Zinfandel at VRW for $10! Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 7/6- Saturday, 7/10/21.

2019 Frank Family Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: A vibrant citrus-led nose delves into nuanced flavors of baked apple, toasted oak, and brioche on the full-bodied palate. The rich mouthfeel is harmonized by a lasting thre...

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July 2nd 2021 Newsletter

July 4th Holiday
We will be closed at both locations on Monday, 7/5/21


Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
Bollinger Special Cuvee

Bollinger's NV Special Cuvée knocks it out of the park. Made from 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay and the rest Pinot Meunier, with 30% of the blend brought up in barrels, it boasts a rich, deep, medium to full-bodied style as well as terrific notes of lemon curd, creme brulee, caramelized stone fruits, and hints of toasty nuttiness that develop with time in the glass. It's a big, r...

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June 29th 2021 Newsletter

July 4th Holiday
We will be closed at both locations on Monday, 7/5/21


Special Tasting This Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) with Caymus Family: Taste 2018 Mer Soleil SLH Reserve Chardonnay, 2017 Mer Soleil SLH Reserve Pinot, 2018 Emmolo Napa Merlot and 2019 Caymus Napa Cabernet at VRW for $10! Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 6/29 – Saturday, 7/3/21.

Daily Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Tuesday-Saturday Wine Tasting (Available anytime during operating hours)
+Enjo...

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June 25th 2021 Newsletter

Special Tasting Next Week at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW) with Caymus Family: Taste 2018 Mer Soleil SLH Reserve Chardonnay, 2017 Mer Soleil SLH Reserve Pinot, 2018 Emmolo Napa Merlot and 2019 Caymus Napa Cabernet at VRW for $10! Available all day during operating hours Tuesday, 6/29 – Saturday, 7/3/21.


2018 Mer Soleil Santa Lucia Highlands Reserve Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: A light yellow hue, like stalks of straw glinting in the sun, the 2018 vintage is bright and layered on the nose. Scents of...

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June 22nd 2021 Newsletter

Special Tasting This Week at VRW: Taste FIVE Belle Glos Pinots (Las Alturas, Dairyman, Clark and Telephone, Balade and Eulenloch) at VRW for $10! Available today through Saturday 6/26/21.

Daily Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Tuesday-Saturday Wine Tasting (Available anytime during operating hours)
+Enjoy a glass of Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir or Cabernet Sauvignon.
+Or, select a bottle of wine from our retail shelf or wine cellar and share it with a friend or...

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June 18th 2021 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 92 Points
2019 Tether Napa Chardonnay

Another great release for this wine, the 2019 Chardonnay offers a pure, elegant, yet still powerful, medium to full-bodied style...It has a tropical edge as well as wonderful purity, a clean, elegant texture, and a great finish. $42 Internet Price $31.99 (Available GT and VRW)

2020 Cherrier Sancerre Rosé

Winemaker Notes: Grown on the same “terres blanches” soils that contribute energy and a saline edge to the estate’s Sancerre Blanc, this 100% Pin...

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June 15th 2021 Newsletter

Daily Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
Tuesday-Saturday Wine Tasting (Available anytime during operating hours)
Each week we will feature new arrivals. The featured wines are listed on Instagram, Facebook and our website.
Or, select a bottle of wine from our retail shelf or wine cellar and share it with a friend or colleague.

2019 Thread Feathers Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Extracted, rich and earthy, this 2019 Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is full- bodied...

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June 11th 2021 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
2019 Lafage Cuvee Centenaire Blanc

Based on 60% Grenache Blanc and 20% each Grenache Gris and Roussanne, from very old vines, the 2019 Côtes Catalanes Cuvée Centenaire is another thrilling white from Jean-Marc Lafage. Caramelized grapefruit, crushed citrus, mint, white flowers, and lots of salty minerality emerge from this medium-bodied white that has both richness and freshness. This cuvée can evolve (it has good acidity as well as concentration) yet I see no need to delay...

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June 8th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92 Points
2018 QUINTA DO VALE MEÃO Douro Meandro

Nicely textured, with smooth tannins, this elegant, full-bodied red is packed with dark cherry, violet, red plum and anise notes that are harmonious and well-integrated. Details of mocha, wild herb and spice cascade onto the finish. Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca and Alicante Bouschet. Drink now through 2028. 17,500 cases made, 2,000 cases imported. — GS $20 Our Price $17.95 (Available GT and VRW 6/9/21...

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June 4th 2021 Newsletter

Last Call!
2016 Paraiso Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of peach, lemon-lime and green apple with flavors of toasted nuts, nectarine and apple. A rich mouth feel with a long full flavored finish. $19 Our Price $4.95 (Available GT and VRW) 15 Cases in stock at each location.

Wine Spectator 95 Points
MOCALI Brunello di Montalcino
Le Raunate 2016

A fruity style, this red boasts cherry, raspberry, earth, wild thyme, vetiver and tobacco flavors. Graceful and vibrant, displays finesse, desp...

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June 1st 2021 Newsletter

Daily Wine Tasting at Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)

Tuesday-Saturday Wine Tasting (Available anytime during operating hours)
Each week we will feature new arrivals. The featured wines are listed on Instagram, Facebook and our website.
Or, select a bottle of wine from our retail shelf or wine cellar and share it with a friend or colleague.

2019 LE CANTINE MURGO ETNA ROSATO

Winemaker Notes: Delicate aromas of ripe red fruits. Light, soft and fruity in the mouth, with strawberry notes and a fresh, dry...

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May 28th 2021 Newsletter

Vinous 91 Points
2019 Frescobaldi Ammiraglia Alie Rose

The 2019 Rose “Alie” Ammiraglia from Frescobaldi is an alluring blend of Syrah and Vermentino, displaying a pale pink color in the glass, while wafting up with zesty citrus, savory spice, brush and crushed sea shell minerality, as if you really can smell the seashore off the Tuscan coast. Silky textures give way to a mix of orchard fruits, soft and round yet perfectly framed by brisk acidity, as it sizzles with salty tension, just begging yo...

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May 25th 2021 Newsletter

2019 Venge Scouts Honor Proprietary Red

Winemaker Notes: This vintage has a sumptuous concentration on the nose of sweet black fruit, crushed blue herbs, anise, black truffle, and vanillin. The palate is rich with sweet blueberry and raspberry fruit, dried cherries, black currants, and pepper spices. Fleshy and succulent with an enveloping masculinity of char and tannins from the Syrah, Charbono and Petite Sirah. A seamless balance and mouth coating delicious- ness are found throughout with an e...

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May 21st 2021 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 93 Points
2018 Ancient Peaks Santa Margarita Ranch Paso Robles Cabernet

A deep blackberry aroma meets with licorice and mushroom on the fresh and savory nose. The palate’s blackberry and blueberry core is partnered harmoniously with notes of chipped wood and toasted herbs as well as jubilant acidity. $20 Our Price $16.49 (Available GT and VRW)

Ostro Prosecco Brut

Producer Notes: TASTING IMPRESSIONS: Fine bubbles. Bright gold. A vinous Prosecco, with citrus blossom, apple, toast ar...

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May 18th 2021 Newsletter

2018 Calera Central Coast Pinot Noir

Made from a handful of the finest vineyards on the Central Coast, this Pinot Noir displays alluring aromas of ripe black cherry, raspberry, sandalwood and orange zest. On palate the flavors turn dark and luxurious, with layers of blackberry jam and cassis gliding across supple tannins to a lingering cedar and spice finish. $30 Our Price $24.99 (Arrives VRW 5/20/21)

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 95 Points
2018 Robert Biale Vineyards Zinfandel Black Chicken

The 2018 Z...

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May 14th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 95 Points
K Roma River Rock Vineyard
 Walla Walla Valley 2017

Impressive for its structure and polish, a wine that seamlessly marries Cabernet and Syrah while retaining the best of both, with blackberry, black olive, smoky cured meat and lots of cracked pepper flavors. Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Drink now through 2030. From Washington. —T.F. 713 cases. $55 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 96 Points
DOMAINE DE BEAURENARD
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Boisrenard 2018

A gorgeous wine he...

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May 11th 2021 Newsletter

De Stefani Prosecco Frizzante

Winemaker Notes: It is the classic version of Prosecco, which combines the aromatic quality of the grapes with the exciting flavours of its fine bubbles. In the mouth it is soft and dry at the same time, thanks to its freshness. It matches very well several foods. Thanks to its typical fruity and floral notes, for the smooth bubbles and the delicate taste. $21 Our Price $16.99 (Available GT and VRW)

WOW-57% Off!
Wine Spectator 91 Points
2017 TOUS ENSEMBLE CHARDONNAY...

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May 7th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 100 Points
2018 Ramey Rochioli Chardonnay

This wine is a testament to an outstanding site in the hands of an outstanding producer. It is a celebration of fresh Meyer lemon and Gravenstein apple woven against an elegant structure and quenching acidity. $72 (Arrives GT 5/12/21) Limited

Wine Spectator 91 Points
LIVIO FELLUGA Pinot Grigio Collio 2018

An elegant white, light- to medium-bodied and svelte, with lightly mouthwatering acidity and a streak of minerality layered with a cream...

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May 4th 2021 Newsletter - Correction

Friday Wine Tasting at VRW $10 per person

Friday Tasting, 5/7/21 (3:00 PM-5:30 PM): Krug 168th eme Brut, 2018 Walter Hansel South Slope Pinot Noir and 2018 Vice Versa Napa Cabernet

Tasting notes available on instagram: vintage reserve wine and www.vintagereserve.biz

Saturday’s Wine Tasting at VRW $10 per person

Saturday Tasting, 5/8/21 (1:00 PM-3:30 PM): 2019 Peter Michael La Carriere Chardonnay, 2017 O’Shaughnessy Howell Mt Cabernet and 2016 Keenan Spring Mt Reserve Cabernet


May 4th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
MARGERUM Grenache
Santa Barbara County 2019

A lovely and expressive wine, offering floral raspberry, rose petal and smoky, grilled pepper flavors that build structure and tension toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2029. 900 cases made. — TF $40 Our Price $34.99 (Available GT and VRW this afternoon)

2017 Paradigm Oakville Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: This wine is deeply pigmented with ruby/garnet color. First sniff is Oakville Cabernet all the way. Nice layers of ripe berry a...

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April 30th 2021 Newsletter

Back In stock!
2019 Raeburn Russian River Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Our Russian River Valley Chardonnay shows an array of complex fruit tones ranging from white pear and apple to nectarine. The fruit is beautifully complemented with toasted oak, vanilla and hints of warm Creme Brulee with a balanced and elegant finish. $19 Internet Price $13.99 (Available GT and VRW) Email subscriber price $10.85

NV Austin Hope “Austin” Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: True to Paso Robles’ signature style, this fruit...

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April 27th 2021 Newsletter

2018 Thread Feathers
Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

VWR Notes: The 2018 Thread Feathers Rutherford Cabernet has just been released and again the fruit source is a prominent Rutherford winery who’s flagship Cabernet captures a price just south of $300. The 2017 Thread Feathers Rutherford Cabernet was a hit and the 2018 is a much stronger vintage, so we can’t wait to experience the flavors of the 2018! Winery Price $75 Internet Price $34.99 (Back in stock GT and VRW 4/28/21)

Wine Advocate 90 Points
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April 23rd 2021 Newsletter

WOW-52% Off!
2015 Murphy Goode Liar’s Dice Zinfandel

Winemaker Notes: Our Liar's Dice is a juicy expression of a Classic California Zinfandel. The soft tannins invite ripe yet fresh flavors of black raspberry, black cherry, and blackberry jam. This wine is made to be a second glass Zin! If you have one, you are sure to have a second. $22 Our Price $10.45 (Great Value and Delicious!) Available GT and VRW.

2018 Kendall Jackson Appellation Series Mendocino Chardonnay

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April 20th 2021 Newsletter


Wine Spectator 92 Points
2018 WRATH Pinot Noir Monterey Swan/828

This plush red offers mouthwatering flavors of red fruits and berries that are well-knit, with notes of Asian spice. The creamy finish shows hints of slate and white pepper, with a note of chocolate mousse. Drink now through 2024. 685 cases made. — KM $35 Our Price $26.99 (Arrives GT 4/21/21)

Wine Spectator 92 Points
WRATH Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands Tondré Grapefield 2018

Big, rich and powerful, with lively underbrush notes to...

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April 16th 2021 Newsletter

2020 DOMAINE DU FIGUEIRASSE
‘Gris de Gris’ Vin des Sables

Winemaker Notes: For more than a century, the Saumade family has cared for vines on the shores of the Camargue delta in France. ‘Gris de Gris des Sables’ is a rosé de pressurage and blend of Grenache (gris, noir and blanc) and Cinsault grapes. Vineyards are 200 yards from the sea. Grapes are harvested at night when temperatures are coolest. All tank made. Certified organic. $15 Our Price $10.99

Today’s Wine Tasting at VRW $10 per person

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April 13th 2021 Newsletter

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 94 Points
2019 Mayacamas Mt. Veeder Napa Chardonnay

The 2019 Chardonnay is fabulous. Next to the 2018 in this tasting, it has more resonance and overall depth. Power, depth and energy all come together in this beautifully layered, expressive Chardonnay. Lemon oil, almond, chamomile and dried flowers fill out the layers effortlessly. The 2019 is such a gorgeous wine. $50 (Arrives GT 4/15/21)

Friday Wine Tasting at VRW $10 per person

Friday’s Tasting, 4/16/21 (3:00 PM-5:30 P...

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April 9th 2021 Newsletter


James Suckling 96 Points
2018 Joseph Phelps Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Very pretty blackberry, blackcurrant, walnut, forest-flower and dark-walnut aromas follow through to a full body with round, juicy tannins that are fine-grained and beautiful. Lovely length and generosity, but reserved at the finish to give it tension. Mostly from the Soscol vineyard. 97% cabernet sauvignon. Drink or hold. $80 Internet Price $64.99. Email subscriber price $57.95 (Available GT and VRW)

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April 6th 2021 Newsletter

Discounted 72%!
Wine Enthusiast 90 Points
2018 McIntyre Rose of Pinot Noir

A clean pale-pink in color, this bottling offers bright berry aromas alongside citrus spray and wet cement. There is a great chalky core to the sip, where squeezed tangerine meets with a touch of pressed raspberry. $22 Our Price $6.25 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 91 Points
ST. FRANCIS Zinfandel
Sonoma County Old Vines 2018

Jammy and bold, with ripe raspberry, toasty spice and smoky fennel accents that finish on a...

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April 2nd 2021 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 93 Points
2017 Alma Rosa Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay

Especially for an appellation blend, this is a wondrous, regionally indicative bottling, starting with clean and fresh aromas of honeysuckle, Asian pear and lime pith. There’s a flashy sizzle of acidity on the sip, where lily and honeysuckle lavors meet with kiwi and restrained guava, wrapped up in a delicate texture. Editors’ Choice. — Matt Kettmann $30. Internet Price $18.99. Email Subscriber Price $14.95 (Arrives GT this afte...

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March 30th 2021 Newsletter

2019 Castello Monaci Piluna Primitivo

Winemaker Notes: Broad, ripe black fruit and spice aromas, with notes of pepper, toasty vanilla and Mediterranean scrub. On the palate, the wine has a robust, concentrated character, a firm structure, and small black fruit and licorice notes on the aftertaste. $19 Our Price $10.99

Wine Advocate 93 Points
2016 Galerie Latro Knights Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon

One-hundred percent Cabernet Sauvignon, the deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Latro Knights Valley Caberne...

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March 26th 2021 Newsletter

2018 Pride Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, Half Bottle

Winemaker Notes: Black currant, Morello cherry and just-ripe black mission fig dance with the aromas of sage, candied violets, star anise and black truffle. The palate is dense and compact with incredible structure. Layers of complex black and red fruit fill the mouth, while sandalwood, bay, graphite and forest aromatics linger with the velvety tannins on the long and dynamic finish. This is a showstopper! $38/375ml (Available GT)

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March 23rd 2021 Newsletter


Discounted 60 %!
90 points Editor’s Choice Wine Enthusiast
2019 Jean-Luc Colombo Cape
Bleue Rose, Mediterranee

Whiffs of cherry blossom and watermelon introduce this dusty-pink blend of 67% Syrah and 33% Mourvèdre. Invigorating and nimble, it offers flavors of sour cherry, raspberry and blood orange accented by a fresh, mineral finish. $15 Our Price $5.95 (Arrives GT this afternoon)

2019 Roar Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot

Winemaker Notes: Fruit-driven and wrapped in leather and sagebrush, this blen...

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March 19th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 93 Points
2018 Ancient Peaks Santa Margarita Ranch Paso Robles Cabernet

A deep blackberry aroma meets with licorice and mushroom on the fresh and savory nose. The palate’s blackberry and blueberry core is partnered harmoniously with notes of chipped wood and toasted herbs as well as jubilant acidity. $20 Our Price $16.49 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 92 Points
TAYLOR FLADGATE Late Bottled Port 2015

This is on point now, with gently mulled plum, blackberry and black currant...

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March 16th 2021 Newsletter

Discounted 72%!
Wine Enthusiast 90 Points
2018 McIntyre Rose of Pinot Noir

A clean pale-pink in color, this bottling offers bright berry aromas alongside citrus spray and wet cement. There is a great chalky core to the sip, where squeezed tangerine meets with a touch of pressed raspberry. $22 Our Price $6.25 (Arrives GT and VRW this afternoon)

VRW Daily Wine Tasting Tuesday-Thursday
Available all day during operating hours. $2

Wines featured this week: 2018 Alma de Cattleya Sonoma Pinot and 2015...

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March 12th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93 Points

ROCCA DI FRASSINELLO Maremma Toscana Le Sughere di Frassinello 2016

Wild rosemary, thyme and camphor aromas lead off, with concentrated flavors of blackberry and black currant. An iron edge sinks in as this unfolds to the long, staining finish. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Best from 2020 through 2032. 11,000 cases made, 5,500 cases imported. — BS $22 Our Price $17.99 (Available GT and VRW)

Wine Spectator 93 Points
GEORG BREUER Rheingau Terra Montosa 2016

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March 9th 2021 Newsletter

VRW Daily Wine Tasting Tuesday-Thursday
Available all day during operating hours. $2

Wines featured this week: 2019 Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay and 2018 Foley Johnson Carneros Chardonnay

Wine Spectator 91
ROMBAUER Chardonnay Carneros 2019

Buttery richness to luscious spiced apple tart and baked pear flavors. Ground nutmeg lingers into the broad, plush finish with powerful toasty notes. Drink now through 2023. —Kim Marcus $38. Internet Price $34.99

2018 Foley Johnson Carneros Chardonnay

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March 5th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Tasting at VRW $5/person
Today’s Tasting, 3/5/21 (2:30 PM-5:30 PM): 2018 Thread Feathers Atlas Peak Napa Cabernet and 2018 Cardano Estate Black Fruit Napa Cabernet


2018 Thread Feathers Atlas Peak Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: This gem was sourced from the top of Atlas Peak, just a stones throw from the stagecoach vineyard. Wine exudes blackberry, mocha, and blueberry compote on the nose, extenuated by sweet vanilla. The palate shows dark fruit, with cassis, plum and cedar orbitin...

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March 2nd 2021 Newsletter

Wine Tasting at VRW $5/person

On deck for Friday, 3/5/21 (2:30 PM-5:30 PM): 2018 Thread Feathers Atlas Peak Napa Cabernet and 2018 Cardano Estate Black Fruit Napa Cabernet

2018 Thread Feathers Atlas Peak Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: This gem was sourced from the top of Atlas Peak, just a stones throw from the stagecoach vineyard. Wine exudes blackberry, mocha, and blueberry compote on the nose, extenuated by sweet vanilla. The palate shows dark fruit, with cassis, plum and cedar orbi...

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February 26th 2021 Newsletter

New Arrival-Discounted 60%
2015 Carmel Road Panorama Pinot

Winemaker Notes: The 2015 Panorama Pinot Noir is absolutely delicious. The wine has intense aromas of black cherry and blackberry with hints of baking spices and black tea. It is rich and juicy on the palate with layers of oak complimenting the black cherry core. Silky, well integrated tannins exude wonderful balance, elegance and a long finish. Made with 100% Pinot Noir. $35 Our Price $13.95 (Previously, we sold the 2016 Panorama. The 2...

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February 23rd 2021 Newsletter

Wine Tasting at VRW
Try before you buy at VRW 2PM-5PM $5
On-Deck for Today: Beaux Frères Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge The Beaux Frères Vineyard 2018
Wine Spectator 95, Top 100 #9
Beaux Frères Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge The Beaux Frères Vineyard 2018

A wine of presence and expression, impeccably structured yet elegantly layered, with evocative raspberry, rose petal and brown baking spice notes that pick up richness and tension toward fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2029.—Tim Fish $95

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February 19th 2021 Newsletter

WOW-Discounted 50%
2018 Foley Johnson Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Notes of grilled peach, pear, buttered croissant, and vanilla set the stage for a rich, and full-bodied Chardonnay. The aromas expand on the palate with mouthwatering flavors of pear, apple crisp, honeysuckle, toasted coconut, and vanilla wafer. This wine’s balance and structure coupled with its bright acidity makes it an age-worthy wine to be enjoyed for several years. $25 Our Price $12.45 (Back in stock GT and VRW this...

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February 17th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93 Points
TABLAS CREEK Patelin de Tablas Blanc Paso Robles 2019

Aromatic and complex, with a refreshing thread of acidity weaving in and out among orange blossom, almond cake and Fuji apple notes. Lemon zest and ruby grapefruit details linger on the long, expressive finish. Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Roussanne, Marsanne and Clairette Blanche. Drink now. 2,380 cases made.—M.W. $25 Internet Price $19.99 (Arrives GT 2/18/21)

Wine Advocate 94 Points
2016 Ellena Giuseppe Barolo Ascheri

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February 12th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Tasting
Try before you buy at VRW 2PM-5PM $5
On-Deck for today: 2016 Silver Oak AV Cab and 2017 Ovid Experiment N2.7 Napa Proprietary Red
Next Tuesday, 2/16/21: 2016 Galerie Latro
 Knights Valley Cabernet


Wine Advocate 93 Points
2016 Galerie Latro Knights Valley
 Cabernet Sauvignon

One-hundred percent Cabernet Sauvignon, the deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Latro Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon gives up notions of crushed red and black currants, warm plums and baked cherries with touches o...

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January 29th 2021 Newsletter

Vintage Reserve Wine Hours

Tuesday-Friday 12 Noon-6:00 PM
Saturday 12 Noon-4:00 PM
Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
1552 E. Champlain Drive, Ste 109 Fresno, CA 93720
Via Montana Center (NE Corner Shepherd and Champlain-Two doors south of Big 5) vintagereserve.biz. 559-878-3953
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Wine Tasting in late spring/early summer??


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February 2nd 2021 Newsletter

Beyond Virtual Wine Tasting at VRW “To Go” How it works:
1. Purchase a 2 oz. serving of the featured wine ($3)
2. Take the glass of wine outside to taste
3. Return to inside of store to purchase


Featured Wine for Friday, 2/5/21
 from 1PM-5PM


2018 Thread Feathers
Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

VWR Notes: The 2018 Thread Feathers Rutherford Cabernet has just been released and again the fruit source is a notable Rutherford vineyard who’s flagship Cabernet captures a price just south of $300. The 201...

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February 9th 2021 Newsletter

Try before you buy at VRW this Friday from 2PM-5PM $5
2016 Silver Oak Alexander Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Our 2016 Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is ruby in color with a magenta rim. It has an enticing nose of cassis, blackberry, vanilla, sage and spearmint. Upon entry, this wine builds from potpourri and bramble to a bright pop of raspberry on the mid-palate. A juicy finish with chewy tannins and a medium length, it will provide drinking pleasure through 2042 with proper c...

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February 5th 2021 Newsletter

Taste Before you Buy at VRW 1PM-5PM
Today’s featured wine:
2018 Thread Feathers
Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

VWR Notes: The 2018 Thread Feathers Rutherford Cabernet has just been released and again the fruit source is Staglin Estate who’s flagship Cabernet captures a price just south of $300. The 2017 Thread Feathers Rutherford Cabernet was a hit and the 2018 is a much stronger vintage, so we can’t wait to experience the flavors of the 2018! Winery Price $75 Internet Price $34.99

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January 26th 2021 Newsletter

2019 Caymus Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Caymus has a signature style that is dark in color, with rich fruit and ripe, velvety tannins – as approachable in youth as in maturity. We farm Cabernet grapes in eight of Napa’s 16 sub-appellations, with diversification enabling us to make the best possible wine in a given year. Our Cabernet offers layered, lush aromas and flavors, including cocoa, cassis and ripe dark berries. $95 Internet Price $79.95 (Available GT and VRW this afternoon)

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January 22nd 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
BODEGAS BORSAO Campo de Borja
Berola 2016

This red is thick yet fresh, fruit-centered but with savory elements for balance. Blackberry, currant, licorice, cocoa and loamy earth flavors mingle over firm, well-integrated tannins, focused by balsamic acidity. In the modern style. Grenache, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2030. 10,000 cases made, 4,000 cases imported. — TM $15 Our Price $12.35 (Available GT and VRW)

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Tuesday-Friday 12 Noon-6...

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January 19th 2021 Newsletter

The distributor has discontinued this wine! WOW-Discounted 50%
2018 Foley Johnson Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Notes of grilled peach, pear, buttered croissant, and vanilla set the stage for a rich, and full-bodied Chardonnay. The aromas expand on the palate with mouthwatering flavors of pear, apple crisp, honeysuckle, toasted coconut, and vanilla wafer. This wine’s balance and structure coupled with its bright acidity makes it an age-worthy wine to be enjoyed for several years. $25 Our...

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January 15th 2021 Newsletter

Back In Stock!
Wine Advocate 92 Points
2016 Carmel Road Panorama Pinot Noir

The 2016 Pinot Noir Panorama Vineyard was aged in 28% new French oak for 16 months. It has a pale to medium ruby color with scents of crushed cranberries, red and black cherries, rhubarb, warm earth, black tea leaves, rose petals, dried citrus peel and tree bark—a pretty interplay of ripe fruits and perfumed earthy character. Light to medium-bodied, it's elegant and silky textured in the mouth, with a sturdy frame of gra...

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January 12th 2021 Newsletter

2018 Pride Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Black currant, Morello cherry and just-ripe black mission fig dance with the aromas of sage, candied violets, star anise and black truffle. The palate is dense and compact with incredible structure. Layers of complex black and red fruit fill the mouth, while sandalwood, bay, graphite and forest aromatics linger with the velvety tannins on the long and dynamic finish. This is a showstopper! $76 (Available GT and VRW on 1/15/21)

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January 8th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 95 Points
MICHEL NIELLON Chassagne-Montrachet Les Champgains 2017

Opening with enticing aromas of citronella, peach, lime blossom and stone, this white is supple and intense, with persistent flavors through the long, stony, spicy aftertaste. Balanced and sophisticated, with fine length. Best from 2022 through 2032. 120 cases imported. — BS $140 Our Price $115.99 (Available GT and VRW)

Vintage Reserve Wine Hours
Tuesday-Friday 12 Noon-6:00 PM
Saturday 12 Noon-4:00 PM

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January 5th 2021 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
ARCHERY SUMMIT Pinot Noir Dundee Hills 2018

Structured and vibrant, with a dynamic backbone of acidity and tannins, framed by layered raspberry, cherry and green tea flavors. Drink now through 2027. 3,992 cases made. — TF $65 Internet Price $49.99. Email subscriber price $30.95 (Available GT and VRW)

2018 Frank Family Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Hailing from acclaimed vineyard sites, the 2018 Carneros Chardonnay o ffers a creamy full body complemented by fresh, persiste...

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December 31st 2020 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 98 Points
2008 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne
Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne

Taittinger's 2008 Brut Blanc de Blancs Comtes de Champagne is being released this year, and it will be worth a special effort to track down. I wrote in August 2019 that this is the finest Comtes de Champagne since the brilliant 2002, and this tasting confirmed that. Offering up a deep and complex bouquet of citrus oil, crisp orchard fruit, warm brioche, crushed chalk, blanched almonds and smoke, it's full...

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December 28th 2020 Newsletter

Grape Tray Holiday Hours
Monday- Wednesday 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Thursday, 12/31/20 10:30 AM-4:00 PM
Friday, 1/1/21 Happy New Year!
Saturday, 1/2/21 Closed
Sunday, 1/3/21 Closed
Monday, 1/4/21 10:30 AM- 5:30 PM

Vintage Reserve Wine Holiday Hours
Tuesday- Wednesday 11:00 AM-6:00 PM
Thursday, 12/31/20 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
Friday, 1/1/21 Happy New Year!
Saturday, 1/2/21 Closed
Sunday, 1/3/21 Closed
Monday, 1/4/21 Closed
Tuesday, 1/5/21 12:00 PM-6:00 PM
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1552 E. Champlain Drive, Ste...

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December 22nd 2020 Newsletter

Grape Tray Holiday Hours
Wednesday, 12/23/20 10:30AM-5:30PM
Thursday, 12/24/20 10:30AM-5:30PM
Friday, 12/25/20 Merry Christmas
Saturday, 12/26/20 Closed
Sunday, 12/27/20 Closed
Monday, 12/28/20 10:30AM-5:30PM

FREE Austin Hope Wood Crates at VRW location. Limit one per customer please.
Our Northeast Fresno Location is open!
Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)
1552 E. Champlain Drive, Ste 109 Fresno, CA 93720.
559-878-3953 Via Montana Center (NE Corner Shepherd and Champlain)
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December 18th 2020 Newsletter

Available at Vintage Reserve Wine
 and The Grape Tray!
Editors’ Choice and Enthusiast 100 #19
Wine Enthusiast 94 Points
2018 Vina Robles The Arborist Estate Paso Robles Red Blend

This is a screamingly good deal, offering both hedonistic pleasure and complexity through a blend of 41% Syrah, 35% Petite Sirah, 12% Grenache and 12% Tannat. Aromas of roasted cherry, smoked meat and cola spice lead into a hearty palate of black currant, roasted game and licorice. It’s balanced by bright acidity, makin...

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December 15th 2020 Newsletter

Back in stock at VRW on 12/17/20
Wine Spectator 90
WindRacer Chardonnay Anderson Valley 2015

Lithe and spicy, with creamy accents to the apple pastry, pear tart and dried tropical fruit flavors. Long, rich finish. Drink now through 2020. 1,502 cases made. — KM $40 Internet Price $19.99 Grape Tray email subscriber price $15.95

Our Northeast Fresno Location is open!
Vintage Reserve Wine (VRW)

1552 E. Champlain Drive, Ste 109 Fresno, CA 93720. 559-878-3953 Via Montana Center (NE Corner Shepherd and...

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December 11th 2020 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 96-98 Points
2017 Torrin Akasha Syrah

The 2017 Akasha comes from Bien Nacido and Shadow Canyon and is another pure, concentrated Syrah from this terrific estate. Cassis, black raspberries, blueberries, charred meats, chocolate, and hints of salty minerality all give way to a full-bodied, ripe, pure Syrah that has ultra-fine tannins, no hard edges, and a huge finish. $80

Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
2017 Maybach Amoenus Cabernet

From a single vineyard in Calistoga, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon...

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December 8th 2020 Newsletter

WOW-Discounted 70%
2016 Artezin Collins Russian River Zinfandel

Winemaker Notes: This ruby red Zinfandel offers enticing aromas of fresh blackberry and boysenberry, which intertwine with subtle notes of star anise and black pepper. Flavors are abundant and driven by raspberries, sweet red cherry and currant. A plush, balanced and well-rounded mounthfeel leads to a lingering finish of finely integrated tannins. $40 Our Price $11.95 (Arrives 12/9/20)

Jeb Dunnuck 93-95 Points
2017 Shafer Relentless...

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December 4th 2020 Newsletter

2018 Long Meadow Ranch Farmstead
Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Cassis, black cherry, violets, and dried herbs showcase the classic aromas of this Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The palate is bright and fruit forward with cassis and layered red and blue fruits. Soft and juicy on entry and has a supple midpalate and soft long, juicy tannins on the finish. This wine rewards cellaring for up to ten years. $33 Our Price $25.99 (Delicious)

Wine Advocate 92 Points
2014 Chateau Giscours Marga...

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December 1st 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
MCINTYRE Pinot Noir Santa Lucia
Highlands 2017

Very svelte and well-structured, with loads of rich minerality to the dried cherry, berry and Asian spice flavors. Intense underbrush notes midpalate lead to cedar and sandalwood accents on the finish. Drink now through 2024. 1,078 cases made. — KM $38 Our Price $32.99 (Arrives this afternoon)

James Suckling 94 Points
2018 Faust Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, Half Bottle

Very attractive aromas of blackcurrants, black olives and dar...

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November 28th 2020 Newsletter

The Grape Tray is open today
10:30AM-4:00PM

Wine Spectator 93
MARCHESI DE' FRESCOBALDI
Chianti Classico Tenuta Perano Riserva 2015

Cherry, raspberry, leather and earth flavors pick up wild herb accents as this develops from beginning to end. Closed today, but all the components are in the right place. Best from 2023 through 2038. 250 cases imported. — BS $30

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November 24th 2020 Newsletter

Holiday Hours
Wednesday, 11/25/20-10:30AM-5:30PM
Thursday, 11/26/20-Happy Thanksgiving!
Friday, 11/27/20- Closed
Saturday, 11/28/20 10:30AM-4:00PM

2016 Joseph Carr Rutherford
Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: This Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from Napa’s acclaimed Rutherford AVA. Located in the center of Napa, Rutherford is bordered by the Mayacamas Mountains on the west and the Vaca Range on the east. The wine was aged in French Oak for 18 months and features notes of black currant, tobacco...

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November 20th 2020 Newsletter

WOW-Discounted 57%!
2017 Miner Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley

Winemaker Notes: This crisp Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc is fermented and aged in stainless steel. With aromas of stone fruit and freshly cut herbs followed by grapefruit-melon flavors on the palate, this wine is best enjoyed in its youth. $23 Our Price $9.95 (In Stock!)

Wine Advocate 92 Points
2016 Carmel Road Panorama Pinot Noir

The 2016 Pinot Noir Panorama Vineyard was aged in 28% new French oak for 16 months. It has a pale to medium ru...

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November 17th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
OAKVILLE WINERY Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville 2017

Nicely rendered, with red and black currant fruit mixed with sassafras, sage and warm earth notes. There's good grip through the finish, while the fruit keeps pace, leaving a late echo of crushed currant and loam. Best from 2022 through 2029. —J.M. $60 Our Price $43.99 (Back in stock)

2016 Paraiso Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of peach, lemon-lime and green apple with flavors of toasted nuts, nectarine and apple. A r...

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November 10th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 95
2015 Altesino Brunello di Montalcino, Magnum

The Altesino 2015 Brunello di Montalcino shows beautiful depth and latitude, with broad fruit aromas of dark cherry and cassis that recall the warmth and golden sunlight of the vintage. The wine is deceivingly streamlined in terms of mouthfeel, but that slim and buttoned-down backbone supports a broad range of flavors and sensations, from lavender essence and camphor ash to moist soil and toasted spice. All of these elements are deliv...

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November 6th 2020 Newsletter

Vintage Reserve Wine
1552 E. Champlain Drive, Ste 109
Fresno, CA 93720
559-878-3953
Via Montana Center (NE Corner Shepherd and Champlain)
vintagereserve.biz

Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11:00 AM-6:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM-4:00 PM
(First day of operation: 11/10/20)

Wine Spectator 92
WHITEHALL LANE Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2017

Ripe and alluring, with a lovely floral edge to the pure core of cassis and plum reduction flavors. A light licorice edge frames the finish, with a hint of singed mesquite...

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November 3rd 2020 Newsletter

Back in stock!
2016 Caymus Special Selection
Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: We set aside the best barrels of our Cabernet to produce Special Selection – the only wine in the world honored twice as Wine Spectator magazine’s “Wine of the Year.” Pushing the limits of richness and concentration, this Cabernet is enjoyable upon release or improves with aging a decade or more. Fine, luxurious tannins give structure to intense flavors of supple cacao bean, chocolate and dark fruits. $200 Our Price...

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October 30th 2020 Newsletter

WOW-38% Off!
Wine Spectator 92
LUKE Cabernet Sauvignon
Wahluke Slope 2017

Shows presence and polish, with expressive blackberry, smoked spice and dusty cedar notes that take on structure toward fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2025. 9,557 cases made. — TF $25 Our Price $15.45 (Arrives this afternoon)

Vinous 93 Points
2018 Alain Graillot Crozes-Hermitage

Inky ruby. Mineral- and spice-accented aromas of ripe dark berries and candied violet show outstanding clarity and lift. At once rich and...

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October 27th 2020 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 92 Points
Cattleya Wines Alma de Cattleya Pinot Noir 2018

A blend of sites and clones, all from Sonoma County, the 2018 Pinot Noir was destemmed and brought up in neutral French oak. There were 2,000 cases made. Revealing a medium ruby/translucent purple hue to go with a beautiful nose of spiced strawberries, raspberries, crushed flowers, and violets, it's beautifully textured and medium-bodied, with good acidity and outstanding length. You're going to be hard pressed to find a bette...

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October 23rd 2020 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points
2018 Chapoutier Mathilde Côtes de Provence Rose (71% Off of retail)

Orange blossom, white peach, and spice notes all emerge from the 2018 Côtes De Provence Grand Ferrage Rose, a juicy, vibrant rosé that has a distinct sense of minerality. Based on Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, and Rolle, it’s another smoking good rosé I’d be happy to drink. $27 Liquidation Price $7.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Wine Spectator 95
PODERE POGGIO SCALETTE
Alta Valle della Greve Il Carbonaione 2017...

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October 20th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
ROTH Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2017

Plush, with spicy accents to the flavors of cherry compote, red plum and dried raspberry. Notes of sandalwood show midpalate, leading to minerally details on the finish. Drink now through 2023. 3,000 cases made. —KM. $24 Our Price $19.49 (Back in stock 10/21/20)

Wine Spectator 93
Carlisle Syrah Santa Lucia Highlands Sierra Mar Vineyard 2018

Plump and polished, with well-structured blackberry, cracked pepper, meat and espresso flavors tha...

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October 16th 2020 Newsletter

James Suckling 93 Points
2018 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Le Volte Toscana

There’s purity of fruit here with crushed plums, flowers, fresh sage and rosemary on both the nose and palate. It’s full-bodied, yet soft and pretty at the finish. $30 Our Price $21.99

Wine Spectator 91
BODEGAS BORSAO Campo de Borja Cabriola 2016

Full-bodied, yet fresh and lively, this red delivers bold flavors of cherry compote, dried fig, cocoa, toast and licorice. Light, firm tannins and citrusy acidity keep this focused. Gar...

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October 13th 2020 Newsletter

James Suckling 95 Points
2013 Giovanni Corino Barolo Giachini 2013

Very intense and focused aromas of crushed ripe strawberries and walnuts. Hints of sweet tobacco. Full body, round and chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Very structured. Drink or hold. Better in 2021. $70 Our Price $56.95 (Arrives 10/15/20)

Wine Spectator 92
HARTFORD COURT Chardonnay
Russian River Valley 2018

Luscious, rich and full of creamy white fruit flavors flanked by buttery accents. Spicy plushness lingers into the fini...

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October 9th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 97
BOLLINGER Brut Champagne
 La Grande Année 2012

This goes from zero to 60 right out of the gate, with an intense spine of acidity driving tightly meshed flavors of crushed black currant, ground coffee, candied grapefruit peel and toasted almond. The profile expands on the palate, carried by the fine, raw silk–like mousse. Richly aromatic and expressive from start to lasting, spiced finish. Disgorged July 2019. Drink now through 2037. 850 cases imported. From France. —A.N. $175 O...

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October 6th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
BODEGAS BERONIA Rioja Reserva 2015

This round, juicy red is fresh and lively. Black cherry, tangy plum, leafy, toast and vanilla flavors mingle over moderate tannins and orange peel acidity. Bright and accessible, but has the structure to age. Drink now through 2030. 50,000 cases made, 3,500 cases imported. — TM $20 Our Price $14.95 (Arrives this afternoon)

2018 Turley Juvenile Zinfandel

Winery Notes: Though the vast majority of our wines are single vineyard designates, Juvenile...

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October 2nd 2020 Newsletter

2017 Estancia Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon, 3 Liter

(This is a bag in a box 3 liter and great for small gatherings. Just pour the wine into a large decanter and nobody will know the wine came out of a box-LOL)

Winemaker Notes: Deep garnet with crimson hues. Intense dark cherry, blackberry, chocolate, and black currant. Displays great intensity, dense body with good structure, generous mid palate and silky tannins; hints of blackberry and chocolate with a nice lingering finish. $75/3 Liter. Our...

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September 29th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
ALLAN SCOTT Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough 2020

Supple and succulent, offering a generous and juicy mix of passion fruit, Key lime and ruby grapefruit flavors. Expressive and strong on the finish, with touches of freshly grated ginger and green tea. Drink now. —M.W. $17 Our Price $11.99

Vinous 93 Points
2017 Drouhin Oregon Roserock Eola Amity Hills
 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

Shimmering red. A complex bouquet evokes fresh red berries, candied flowers, smoky minerals and baking sp...

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September 25th 2020 Newsletter

End of vintage alert! 96 bottles in stock.
2015 Paraiso Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of peach, lemon-lime and green apple with flavors of toasted nuts, nectarine and apple. A rich mouth feel with a long full flavored finish. $25 Our Price $7.45 (Discounted 70%)

2018 Château de Montmirail Cuvée de Beauchamp Gigondas

Winemaker Notes: Rich and dark in color, this wine shows remarkable finesse for the vintage. This crowd pleaser has a nose of ripe blackberries and earth tones followed...

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September 22nd 2020 Newsletter

92 Points - SF Int'l Wine Competition
2017 Roth Alexander Valley Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: Bold, full-bodied and rich. Mighty aromas of black cherry, cassis, wet stone and sweet oak. Rich, layered flavors of red currant, blackberry, dark chocolate and vanilla complement the firm tannins. Structured and powerful, this Cab lingers on the finish. $28 Internet Price $20.99. End of Month Special Price for Grape Tray email subscribers $17.95

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 95 Points
Rocca di Montegrossi 2016 G...

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September 18th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 96 Points
2018 Peay Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir Pomarium

The 2018 Estate Pinot Noir Pomarium is a gorgeous wine that's immediately accessible but has the stuffing and structure to age gracefully in the cellar. The nose offers forest floor, wet leaves and laurel, cranberry sauce and blood orange with notes of lavender, garrigue and blueberries. The palate is medium-bodied, expanding outward to super perfumed, concentrated fruits, finely grained and seamlessly fresh with a very long...

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September 15th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90

FREI BROTHERS Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Sonoma Reserve 2017

Ripe, with loamy accents to the cherry compote and Christmas pudding flavors. The lusciously spiced finish offers dark chocolate and mocha hints. Drink now through 2023. 6,000 cases made.—Kim Marcus $27 Our Price $21.99 Liquidation Price $17.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Jeb Dunnuck 96 Points
2018 Roar Rosella’s Pinot Noir

From one of the cooler sites they work with, the 2018 Roar Rosella’s Vineyard shines with it...

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September 11th 2020 Newsletter

2018 Lewis Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Our 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet is deliciously well-dressed with black currants, Godiva chocolate, kidskin gloves, and plenty of gravitas. Plush fruits and fresh character are deftly woven with mocha, cedar and tobacco spices all stitched with a supple hand and topped with tidy coat-tails. $100 Our Price $89.99 (Arrives 9/16/20)

2019 Lewis Russian River
Sonoma Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Key lime pie, orange blossom, pineapple and lemon meringue o...

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September 8th 2020 Newsletter


2015 Paraiso Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of peach, lemon-lime and green apple with flavors of toasted nuts, nectarine and apple. A rich mouth feel with a long full flavored finish. $25 Our Price $7.45 (Discounted 70%)

Wine Spectator 90
SILENUS Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley Tyros 2017

Quite bold and ripe, this teeters a bit, with a prune note amid the cherry, raspberry and plum confiture flavors. Features pretty spice accents, a relatively silky feel and a lingering mesquite elem...

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September 4th 2020 Newsletter

Labor Day Holiday

We will be closed on Monday, 9/7/20

James Suckling 90 Points
2018 Raeburn Russian River Chardonnay

This has a very rich and fleshy feel with intense, ripe peaches that pervade the nose and palate. There’s a really concentrated feel here. Ripe, too. Drink now. $17 Our Price $11.95

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Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points
2018 Chapoutier Mathilde Côtes de Provence Rose

Orange blossom, white peach, and spice notes all emerge from the 2018 Côtes De Provence Grand Ferrage Rose, a ju...

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September 1st 2020 Newsletter

Labor Day Holiday-We will be closed on Monday, 9/7/20


Back in stock!
2018 CAMPO VIEJO ROSÉ

Winemaker Notes: Pale in colour, but vibrant in taste, Campo Viejo Rose expresses the lovely aromas of cherry, citrus, strawberries and rose petals. It is perfect for capturing the moments of the Spanish summer with friends over BBQ with Spanish style salmon with chorizo, roasted vegetable salad with manchego and chicken pinxto. $13 Our Price $4.95 (Discounted 62%)

Wine Spectator 90
2017 RAYMOND Merlot Napa...

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August 28th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
ALLAN SCOTT Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2020

Supple and succulent, offering a generous and juicy mix of passion fruit, Key lime and ruby grapefruit flavors. Expressive and strong on the finish, with touches of freshly grated ginger and green tea. Drink now. —M.W. $17 Our Price $11.99

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 94 Points
2016 Dehlinger Altamont
Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

The 2016 Pinot Noir Altamont is a dense, beautifully resonant wine. Next to the Goldridge, the Altamont has...

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August 25th 2020 Newsletter

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2016 Spoken Barrel Columbia Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Deep ruby in color, this 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits classic, concentrated aromas of cherry, black currant, dark chocolate, and roasted oak. Lush and concentrated flavors of blackberry and cherry with hints of cassis lead to a warm, toasty sweet vanilla finish with fine, velvety tannins. $20 Our Price $8.95

Wine Spectator 94
VIÑA DON MELCHOR Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto 30th Anniversary 2017

Intensely fruit...

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August 21st 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 95
VITICCIO Chianti Classico Riserva 2015

Intense aromas of black currant, blackberry, flint, iron, tar and black pepper mark this powerful red, which is vibrant and solidly tannic, yet all the components are in the right place. There's terrific energy on the lingering aftertaste of dark fruit and mineral. Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah. Best from 2022 through 2043. 4,200 cases made, 850 cases imported. — BS $30 Our Price $25.39 (Arrives 8/27/20)

Wine Spectator 90
SUAVIA Garganega So...

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August 18th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
COLLEMASSARI Vermentino Montecucco Melacce 2018

A fresh, lively style, sporting apple, peach, lemon curd and saline notes. Sleek and well-defined by the vibrant structure and lingering with a hint of bitter grapefruit. Drink now. 6,600 cases made, 1,000 cases imported. — BS $22 Our Price $12.95

2018 Frank Family Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Hailing from acclaimed vineyard sites, the 2018 Carneros Chardonnay offers a creamy full body complemented by fresh, persistent acid...

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August 14th 2020 Newsletter

2019 LE CANTINE MURGO ETNA ROSATO

Winery Notes: Grown on the slopes of Mount Etna. The 500m altitude and volcanic soils produce a wonderfully light, fresh style of rosé, which transcends Sicily's Mediterranean climate.

Winemaker Notes: Delicate aromas of ripe red fruits. Light, soft and fruity in the mouth, with strawberry notes and a fresh, dry finish. Drink as young and fresh as possible, up to 4 years after release. Match with tomato-based pasta dishes, meaty fishes and Asian cuisine. $15 Our...

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August 11th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
YALUMBA Viognier South Australia The Y Series 2019

Generous and fragrant, with orange blossom, melon, pear and ripe peach flavors that are succulent, refined and very refreshing, finishing with a touch of fresh chamomile. Drink now. 45,000 cases made, 15,000 cases imported. — MW $14 Our Price $9.99 (Arrives 8/13/20)

Wine Spectator 93
BODEGAS EGO Jumilla Goru Gold 2017

This red is sleek and solid, in the modern style. Bright cherry, berry and currant flavors mingle with licorice...

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August 7th 2020 Newsletter

James Suckling 91 Points
2017 Talbott Vineyards Pinot Noir
Monterey County Kali Hart

Deep and dark aromas and flavors of dried strawberries and cherries follow through to a full body, juicy fruit and a one-dimensional and fruity finish. Underlying, sold tannins. Drink now. $20 Our Price $17.99

2018 Montecillo Rias Baixas Albarino

Winemaker Notes: Attractive, pale lemon color with green hints. Very elegant nose, with jasmine and orange blossom hints followed by notes of sweet apple and dried herbs...

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August 4th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 96
2015 Paul Hobbs Nathan Coombs
 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Nathan Coombs Estate sports a very deep purple-black color and is scented of bright red and black currants notes with an earthy undercurrent of underbrush, mossy bark and damp soil, plus suggestions of lavender and cloves. Medium to full-bodied, it has a firm, chewy backbone supporting the muscular fruit, with plenty of earth layers coming through on the long, savory finish. $450 Our Price $399...

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July 31st 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
SCATTERED PEAKS Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2017

Tasting Note: A bold, forward style, with plush, lightly mulled plum, boysenberry and açaí berry flavors pumping along, backed by light apple and anise accents that add detail through the finish. Big, but has the energy for balance. Best from 2021 through 2028. —J.M. $40 Our Price $23.95

2018 M. Chapoutier Cotes du Rhone Belleruche Rose

Winemaker Notes: Pale pink with bluish tints. Aromas of red fruits (currant and raspberry) a...

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July 28th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
MARCHESI DE' FRESCOBALDI
Chianti Classico Tenuta Perano Riserva 2015

Cherry, raspberry, leather and earth flavors pick up wild herb accents as this develops from beginning to end. Closed today, but all the components are in the right place. Best from 2023 through 2038. 250 cases imported. — BS $30

Wine Spectator 95
PADELLETTI Brunello di Montalcino 2013

Fragrant and impeccably balanced, this elegant, haunting red evokes cherry, strawberry, rose, iron and white pepper aromas and...

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July 24th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
GHOST BLOCK Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville 2017

Features some frank, nearly heady ripeness, with steeped plum, açaí berry and blackberry compote flavors bursting forth, followed quickly by bramble and licorice snap notes. The finish delivers a late kick of fruit and pulls in a mouthwatering apple wood accent. For fans of the big, bold style. Best from 2021 through 2034. —J.M. $75 Internet Price $64.99

James Suckling 98 Points
2016 Beaulieu Vineyards Georges de Latour Cabernet Sauvi...

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July 21st 2020 Newsletter

In Stock!
2018 Buccella Mica Napa Cabernet $115

Sourced from Oakville, Yountville, St Helena, and Coombsville. 500 cases produced. 90% Cabernet with the balance of Merlot and Malbec.

Wine Spectator 92
GREEN & RED Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley Catacula Vineyard 2017

Striking, vibrant and expressive, offering a powerful mouthful of peach, mango and orange sherbet flavors that reveal a honeyed edge. Crisp, vibrant acidity and honeysuckle details show on the finish. Drink now. 325 cases made. — MW $24...

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July 17th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 90 Points
Tortoise Creek 2018 Central Coast
Cuvée Jeanne Sauvignon Blanc

A range of squeezed citrus, from tangerine to grapefruit, shows on the nose of this bottling alongside apple rinds, struck stone and green banana. There is compelling tension to the sip, where kiwi flavors are rounded but crisp—a very reliable bottling each vintage. Best Buy. –M.K. $12 Our Price $8.25 (Delicious)

2017 Elizabeth Rose Chockablock Napa Red

Vineyard Notes: The Elizabeth Rose Red Blend comes from...

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July 14th 2020 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2017 Melville Estate Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir

Coming from vines around the estate, the 2017 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills is based on a mix of clones and was 60% destemmed and brought up all in totally neutral oak. It’s a classic Melville Pinot Noir that jumps from the glass with its spiced red and black fruits, dried flower, marine-like salinity, bay leaf, and forest floor aromas and flavors. Balanced, medium-bodied, and elegant on the palate, with light tannins and nicely...

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July 10th 2020 Newsletter

Back in stock!
2015 Paraiso Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of peach, lemon-lime and green apple with flavors of toasted nuts, nectarine and apple. A rich mouth feel with a long full flavored finish. $25 Our Price $7.45 (Discounted 70%)

2018 Lucienne Doctor’s Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Beautiful aromas of blackberry and cherry accented with hints of sagebrush and clover. The wine’s vibrant acidity and smooth tannins lead to a silky structure and lingering finish. $50 Our Price $39.99...

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July 7th 2020 Newsletter

2018 Francois Crochet Sancerre Rosé

Importer Notes: It’s never easy to pick a favorite wine, especially if you’ve made it a habit to drink your way around Europe. We couldn’t say which rosé in our collection tops our list, but if we were to choose the most complex, it might be François Crochet’s Sancerre rosé made of Pinot Noir.

A textbook example of finely wrought Sancerre rosé, François’ are hard to keep your hands off, but age effortlessly. (Tip: Don’t believe what people say about the ageabil...

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July 2nd 2020 Newsletter

4th of July Holiday
We will be closed on Saturday, 7/4/20

Back in stock!
2018 M. Chapoutier
Cotes du Rhone Belleruche Rose

Winemaker Notes: Pale pink with bluish tints. Aromas of red fruits (currant and raspberry) and citrus (grapefruit), complimented by exotic fruits. The palate is fresh, delicate and fruity on the entry with strawberry notes and a silky mouthfeel. Well balanced acidity creates a fresh, prolonged finish. $14 Our Price $7.95

Tempier Bandol Rouge Pour Lulu 17

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June 30th 2020 Newsletter

4th of July Holiday
We will be closed on Saturday, 7/4/20

James Suckling 93 Points
2017 Martin Ray Napa Valley
 Cabernet Sauvignon

Rich and dense red with ripe berries and currants, as well as spices and hints of vanilla. Medium-to full-bodied with soft and round tannins. Juicy fruit. Outstanding. Serious at this price. Drink or hold. $30 Our Price $19.95

Wine Spectator 92
PIPER-HEIDSIECK Brut Champagne NV

A mouthwatering Champagne, with a fine mousse, this offers juicy flavors of plum, candied g...

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June 26th 2020 Newsletter

4th of July Holiday
We will be closed on Saturday, 7/4/20

Wine Spectator 93
PENLEY Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Tolmer 2018

Dense and toothsome, with sink-your-teeth-into-them tannins that add a wonderful richness and density to the generous flavors of dark chocolate–covered coffee bean, kirsch, sage and cassis. The harmony keeps building on the finish. Drink now through 2035. From Australia. —M.W. 200 cases imported. $25

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Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2017 Hartford Court Pinot Noir
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June 23rd 2020 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2018 Roar Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Always a great value, the 2018 Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands reveals a vibrant ruby hue as well as ripe cherry and strawberry fruit intermixed with notes of shiitake mushroom, dried herbs, and some meaty, earthy notes. It's a slightly more finesse-driven wine than some of the single vineyards and is beautifully balanced, has good acidity, and unquestionably plays in the same qualitative ballpark as all of these releases. $45 (Ar...

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June 19th 2020 Newsletter

2018 Valley Ghost Madera Aglianico

Winemaker Notes: Aglianico is an obscure variety normally grown in the boot of Italy and tends to be a really big wine. This Central Valley version while not as dark in color still has many of the same attributes of white pepper, rose petals and fresh cherries with a hint of minerality and earth on the back palate. This is a great summertime wine that will hold up well with barbecue and other spicy foods. $11

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June 16th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
CAMBRIA Chardonnay Santa Maria Valley Katherine’s Vineyard 2018

Lithe and powerful, featuring a vibrant core of apple and peach pastry flavors, with dried tropical fruit accents. Buttery midpalate, with a plush finish that lingers with intense spiciness. Drink now through 2024.—K.M. $22 Our Price $14.99 (Arrives 6/17/20)

Vinous 91 Points
2019 Mas de Gourgonnier
Les Baux de Provence Rosé

Vivid orange-pink. Sharply focused strawberry, rhubarb and orange zest scents, along with bui...

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June 12th 2020 Newsletter

2014 Champ de Reves
Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Blueberry, cranberry, wisteria, and white rose join wisps of cedar incense, leather, dried mint, and Thai basil on the nose. Pomegranate, tangerine, Niçoise olive, cinnamon, and green tea flavors come together on the palate. Intricately balanced acidity, silky texture, and a touch of mineral are all framed by sturdy tannin carrying into a long, lingering finish. $44 Liquidation Price $13.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

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June 9th 2020 Newsletter

Vinous Media 90 Points
Tormaresca Calafuria Rose 2019

It washes across the senses with tremendous energy, motivated by vibrant acidity, as a mix of ripe red fruits are further accentuated with hints of lime and saline-minerality. The finish is long, resonating on a buzz of spicy acids with a lime-inspired citrus thrust. $15 Our Price $12.35

Discounted 67%
Wine Enthusiast 88 Points
2015 Wairau River Marlborough Pinot Noir

This is a light- to medium-bodied, silky wine. Floral and leafy shadings add...

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June 5th 2020 Newsletter

Discounted 43%!
2018 M. Chapoutier
Cotes du Rhone Belleruche Rose

Winemaker Notes: Pale pink with bluish tints. Aromas of red fruits (currant and raspberry) and citrus (grapefruit), complimented by exotic fruits. The palate is fresh, delicate and fruity on the entry with strawberry notes and a silky mouthfeel. Well balanced acidity creates a fresh, prolonged finish. $14 Our Price $7.95

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June 2nd 2020 Newsletter

2018 Chappellet Mountain Cuvee Napa Red

Winemaker Notes: Blended from the traditional Bordeaux varietals, including our own coveted grapes, the Chappellet Mountain Cuvee Proprietor's Blend builds on our five decades of experience crafting great Napa County mountain-grown wines. Each component varietal in the cuvée contributes nuances that complement each other. The resultis a complex array of aromas and flavors that deliver pure pleasure in a glass. Made for more near-term enjoyment, this is the...

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May 29th 2020 Newsletter

2017 Alto Moncayo Veraton Garnacha

Winemaker Notes: It is a wine with an attractive collection of balsamic notes, of chocolate and black fruits, very warm in the mouth and an extremely pleasant finish. $35 Our Price $27.49

Wine Spectator 92
LEWIS Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2018

Complex and impressive, offering notes of white pepper, dried ginger and fennel pollen that add an aromatic twist to the supple and juicy melon and mandarin orange flavors at the core. Crisp and refreshing on the finish...

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May 26th 2020 Newsletter

Discounted 67%
Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points
2018 Charles Smith
ViNO Columbia Valley Rose

From 100% Sangiovese mostly from the Wahluke Slope, the 2018 ViNO Rose offers a knock-out bouquet of strawberry and Jolly Rancher to go with a juicy, balanced, delicious style on the palate. It's a rocking rosé. $12. Our Price $3.95 (Arrives 5/27/20)

Discounted 60%
2015 Elyse Napa Merlot

Winemaker Notes: This 2015 Napa Valley Merlot is deep dark in color with a creamy texture and firm long tannins. Intense aromas of...

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May 22nd 2020 Newsletter

Memorial Day Holiday
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2018 Thread Feathers
Rockpile AVA Cabernet Sauvignon

Winery Notes: The Rockpile AVA is located in the northwest corner of Dry Creek Valley, encompassing nearly 15,000 acres, of which less than 160 are planted to vineyard. This makes Rockpile one of the smallest AVAs in the United States in terms of acreage planted. Approximately 2,500 of the acres of the Rockpile AVA overlap the Dry Creek Valley viticultural area to the Southeast. Vineyar...

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May 19th 2020 Newsletter

Memorial Day Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, 5/25/20

2018 Luli Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: With a brilliant garnet hue, the Luli Pinot Noir bursts from the glass with powerful aromatics of Bing cherry, strawberry cream, and baked plum. The morning fog and coastal breezes that pour into the Santa Lucia Highlands envelop the palate in the form of rose petal, blackberry crumble, red currant, and sage undertones. These rugged slopes stress the vines, producing fruit of exc...

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May 15th 2020 Newsletter

2019 DOMAINE DU DRAGON
Côtes de Provence Rosé ‘Grande Cuvée’

Winemaker TASTING IMPRESSIONS: Delicate pink color. Strawberries and light pepper. Textured and fruity, with flavors of red plums, lemon zest, raspberries. PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Sweet/spicy Asian cuisines; barbecue. BLEND: 27% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Grenache, 20% Mourvédre, 19% Syrah and 13% Cinsault. $20 Our Price $17.99

Wine Advocate 93
Egly-Ouriet Brut Grand Cru NV

With this release, based on the 2014 vintage and disgorged in June-Ju...

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May 12th 2020 Newsletter

2018 Chateau Maupague
Cotes de Provence SainteVictoire Rose

Producer Notes: The Sumeire family added Château Maupague to their collection of properties in 1991, with a goal of creating a classic rosé on par with the finest of the region, light in color, fresh, aromatic and dry. Rosé’s with a majority of Grenache are rare for the region and result in a much more complex wine that transcends the appellation. Both the Cuvée Cabaret from the younger vines on the estate and the Cuvée Sainte Victoire...

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May 8th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
GREEN & RED Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley Catacula Vineyard 2017

Striking, vibrant and expressive, offering a powerful mouthful of peach, mango and orange sherbet flavors that reveal a honeyed edge. Crisp, vibrant acidity and honeysuckle details show on the finish. Drink now. 325 cases made. — MW $24 Our Price $18.99

2017 Foley Johnson Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of fresh apples, stone fruit and citrus. On the palate, a rich mouthfeel and medium body are greeted wi...

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May 5th 2020 Newsletter

Discounted 50%
2016 Sterling Napa Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Balanced and complex, the Napa Valley Chardonnay layers fruit from several vineyards in the AVA, marrying the lush, bold ripeness of mid-valley with the richness and depth of Carneros. Bright, golden fruit opens the nose, rounded with notes of honey, caramel, baking spice and toast. A bold entry of lemons and ripe apple develops weight and viscosity as it evolves through the mouth. The barrel contribution leaves an almost-sweet almond...

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May 1st 2020 Newsletter

WOW-Discounted 79%
2016 McBride Sisters
Central Coast Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: This Central Coast Chardonnay is elegant and vivacious. The fruit was sustainably grown in Edna Valley and Monterey County with flavors that span white peach, pear, citrus zest, green apple, pineapple, vanilla, oak and with delicate notes of white florals. A portion of the wine was put into new and neutral French oak barrels, while the balance was fermented in stainless steel tanks. $20 Our Price $4.25 (Arrives 5/5...

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April 28th 2020 Newsletter

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 91-93+ Points
Turley 2018 Zinfandel Buck Cobb Vineyard

The 2018 Zinfandel Buk Cobb Vineyard is bold and savory, with plenty of cedar, licorice, dried herbs, mint and pine character. Deceptive in its mid-weight feel, the 2018 pulses with real energy. Expressive, perfumed earthy notes add the closing shades of nuance. $35 (Arrives 4/29/20)

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2016 Domaine Lafage Bastide Miraflors
Côtes du Roussillon

A wine that almost always over-delivers, the 2016 Côtes d...

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April 24th 2020 Newsletter

James Suckling 90 Points
2017 Ogier Artesis Cotes-du-Rhone Rouge

Neat, crunchy texture with red-fruit flavor. Really approachable and fleshy. Drink now. $22 Our Price $9.99 62% off of Retail Price!

2018 Azur Wines Napa Rosé

Winemaker Notes: California sunshine and Provence delights are captured in this vintage of rosé. Light rose color with copper hues; the nose opens to a delicate bouquet of white flowers with seductive peach accents. Fresh and focused, the sophisticated palate offers elegant la...

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April 21st 2020 Newsletter

WOW-Discounted 62%
2018 CAMPO VIEJO ROSÉ

Winemaker Notes: Pale in colour, but vibrant in taste, Campo Viejo Rose expresses the lovely aromas of cherry, citrus, strawberries and rose petals. It is perfect for capturing the moments of the Spanish summer with friends over BBQ with Spanish style salmon with chorizo, roasted vegetable salad with manchego and chicken pinxto. $13 Our Price $4.95 (Arrives 4/22/20)

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2015 Paraiso Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of peach, lemon-lim...

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April 17th 2020 Newsletter

2018 Montecillo Rias Baixas Albarino

Winemaker Notes: Attractive, pale lemon color with green hints. Very elegant nose, with jasmine and orange blossom hints followed by notes of sweet apple and dried herbs with a saline background. Rich and full of flavor and texture on the palate. Lively acidity surrounded by flower and citrus notes mixed with aromatic herbs. Balanced with a long finish. Extremely versatile for pairing with Indian, Mexican and Thai cuisine – dishes such as Chicken Tikka Masala...

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April 14th 2020 Newsletter

La Domitienne 2019 Grenache Gris Rosé $10.99

Wine Spectator 91
CLIFF LEDE Sauvignon Blanc
 Napa Valley 2018

Succulent peach, melon and citrus flavors reveal pretty details of spice and dried floral notes in this stylish white, with crisp acidity and a drizzle of honey on the finish. Drink now. 10,420 cases made. — MW $28 Our Price $18.95

WOW! – Discounted 71%
2014 Elyse Dry Creek Zinfandel

Winemaker Notes: Our 2014 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel is garnet red in color with pleasing aromas of baking...

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April 10th 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
VOLVER Almansa Quinta del '67 2017

Round and polished, this red delivers expressive ripe raspberry, blackberry, mocha and spice flavors, with firm acidity and fresh acidity that imparts liveliness. Bold, in the modern style. Drink now through 2024. 5,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported. — TM Published Retail $17. Actual Retail $22 Our Price $18.99

2017 Hahn Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir, Magnum

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of candied cherry, ripe strawberry with hints of mushroom...

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April 7th 2020 Newsletter

 

WOW-Discounted 53%!
Wine Spectator 92
PIPER-HEIDSIECK Brut Rosé Champagne Sauvage NV Half Bottles

A deeply-hued, vinous rosé, almost garnet in color, this distinctive version offers dried cherry and currant flavors, accented by delicate dried thyme, graphite and singed orange peel notes. Well-recommended for food, this is firm and lightly chalky in texture, with a lingering, mineral-laced finish. Drink now through 2023. 20,000 cases made, 2,500 cases imported. — AN $32/375ml Our Price $14.95/37...

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April 3rd 2020 Newsletter

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 93 Points
Chappellet 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Signature
Pritchard Hill, Napa Valley

The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Signature is plump, racy and super-expressive. Raspberry jam, spice, mocha, blood orange and pomegranate are all given an extra kick of textural richness. Unctuous and bold, the 2017 offers tons of near- and medium-term appeal. This is a terrific effort. The Signature Cabernet remains one of the very best Napa Valley wines in its price range. Drinking window: 202...

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March 31st, 2020 Newsletter

WOW-Discounted 50%
2018 Babcock Santa Barbara Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: In 2018 we returned to a Santa Barbara County appellation for our flagship Chardonnay. At bottling the wine has a very tightly knit structure. Aromatically, the minerally apple/pear fruit is a bit like a baby Top Cream minus the new French Oak. On the palate, that fruit is launched by a bracing acidity which ushers in a mouthwatering effect all the way through the uber-long finish. $30 Our Price $14.95

Jeb Dunnuck 92 Points...

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March 26th, 2020 Newsletter

Since the shelter-in-place order was implemented, several of our email subscribers have placed orders and allowed us to ship directly to their home or have utilized our curb side service.


I would like to thank all of you for keeping our business alive!


WOW! - Discounted 72%
2012 Carte Blanche Nobles
 Sonoma Coast Pinot

Winemaker Notes: The 2012 Pinot Noir is full of promise, needing ample time to open, it reveals bright freshly macerated cherries, carnation, and dried provencal herbs. Savory not...

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March 24th, 2020 Newsletter

Our retail door will be closed, but orders can still be placed as follows:


Email stan@grapetray.com or call 559-226-6828


~Local orders: Email or call and we will deliver to Fresno and Clovis via GSO or UPS at the following rates:
1-6 bottles: $10
7-12 bottles $15
(Orders placed and paid for in advance can also be picked up at our receiving area)

~We will continue to ship to the Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California, New Mexico, Nevada and Arizona.
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March 20th, 2020 Newsletter

Our retail door will be closed, but orders can still be placed as follows:


Email stan@grapetray.com or call 559-226-6828
~Local orders: Email or call and we will deliver to Fresno and Clovis via GSO or

UPS at the following rates: 

1-6 bottles: $10
7-12 bottles $15
(Orders placed and paid for in advance can also be picked up at our receiving area)


~We will continue to ship to the Oregon, Washington, Idaho, California, New Mexico, Nevada and Arizona.

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March 17th, 2020 Newsletter

We are an authorized shipper for Vivino
Choose your wine with confidence. Get ratings, read reviews, and check prices instantly just by snapping a photo of any bottle or menu. Make a purchase right from your phone. Shipping to your home or business is only $15 and if you spend $150, shipping is free. The Vivino App: https://www.vivino.com/app

2018 The Calling Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: A vibrant nose with enticing aromas of white peach, white roses and honeysuckle. The crisp acidit...

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March 13th, 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
2018 Lewis Napa Chardonnay

Well-knit and powerfully structured, with unctuous flavors of ripe pear, apple pastry and dried mango, filled with toasty notes. The creamy finish lingers with hints of dried sage and quince paste. Drink now through 2025. 2,400 cases made. — KM $55 Our Price $49.99 (Back in stock this afternoon)

Wine Spectator 94
MT. BRAVE Merlot Mount Veeder 2016

Powerful, brooding and full of dark plum, dried blackberry and cherry flavors that feature notes of dark o...

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March 10th, 2020 Newsletter

Discounted 70% off of the retail price!
2015 Paraiso Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of peach, lemon-lime and green apple with flavors of toasted nuts, nectarine and apple. A rich mouth feel with a long full flavored finish. $25 Our Price $7.45 (Back in stock 3/11/20)

Wine Advocate 94
2016 Purlieu Le Pich Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Le Pich features very pretty notes of crushed blueberries, blackberries and chocolate-covered cherries with...

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March 6th, 2020 Newsletter

WOW-60% Discount!
Wine Spectator 90
WindRacer Chardonnay Anderson Valley 2015

Lithe and spicy, with creamy accents to the apple pastry, pear tart and dried tropical fruit flavors. Long, rich finish. Drink now through 2020. 1,502 cases made. — KM $40 In-Store Only Price $15.95 (Delicious)

Wine Spectator 89
GEORG ALBRECHT SCHNEIDER Riesling Spätlese Rheinhessen Niersteiner Hipping 2017

Floral, refined and charming, with notes of white raspberry, persimmon and sage honey. Mineral details emerge midp...

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March 3rd, 2020 Newsletter

2016 Wm. Harrison Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon (Arrives 3/5/20)

Wine Spectator 90
ANDREW MURRAY Syrah Santa Ynez Valley
Tous Les Jours 2017

Sleek and polished, with elegantly layered raspberry, orange peel and licorice flavors that turn up the peppery elements on the finish. Drink now through 2027. 12,500 cases made.—T.F $20 Our Price $14.95

2018 Francois Crochet Sancerre Rosé

Importer Notes: It’s never easy to pick a favorite wine, especially if you’ve made it a habit to drink your way around E...

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February 25th, 2020 Newsletter

Weinbox Stackable Storage Crates. We are selling one set for a customer. The entire set holds up to 108 wine bottles (9 crates) $185. Individual crates are $21 each.


Wine Storage @ The Grape Tray
Secure location with alarm and sensors.
Temperature and humidity controlled
Please call 559-226-6828 or email stan@grapetray.com

Visit: Winecellar.vin

2018 Le Clos Du Caillou Cotes du Rhone Rose

Winemaker Notes: Hand-harvested. Pressed full cluster (rosé de pressurage). Juice left to settle overnight in...

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February 21st, 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
BANSHEE Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma County 2018

Distinctive and extremely fragrant, with jasmine and lemon thyme notes singing up front. Crisp and juicy pear, Key lime, dried mango and tangerine flavors gain momentum on the long, mouthwatering finish. Drink now. 2,500 cases made. — MW $20 Our Price $17.99

Wine Advocate 91
2017 Turley Wine Napa Estate Petite Syrah

The 2017 Petite Syrah Turley Estate has a very deep purple-black, opaque color with a nose of toasted coconut, exotic spic...

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February 18th, 2020 Newsletter

WOW! 70 % Off!
2014 Aiken Sonoma Mountain Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: From the beautiful Silver Pines Vineyard at nearly 1000 ft. elevation on Sonoma Mountain, this Pinot Noir is a blend of clones UCD 23 and Pommard. The masculinity of clone 23 blends beautifully with the perfume and complexity of Pommard. Tiny yields produced a powerful, complex wine that will age beautifully for years to come. $55 Our Price $16.25 (Back in stock 2/19/20) Delicious!

Wine Spectator 92
2018 HARTFORD COURT Chardonn...

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February 14th, 2020 Newsletter

Presidents’ Day Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, 2/17/20

Wine Spectator 94
BUCKLIN Ancient Field Blend Old Hill Ranch Sonoma Valley 2016

Loaded with personality and appealingly exotic, this offers a structured core, wrapped in wild berry, cracked pepper, forest floor and black licorice flavors, building richness toward refined tannins. Zinfandel, Grenache, Alicante Bouschet, Petite Sirah, Mourvèdre, Grand Noir, Syrah and Carignane. Drink now through 2030. —T.F. 456 cases made $36 Our Price...

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February 11th, 2020 Newsletter

Presidents’ Day Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, 2/17/20

Discounted 70% off of the retail price! 2015 Paraiso Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of peach, lemon-lime and green apple with flavors of toasted nuts, nectarine and apple. A rich mouth feel with a long full flavored finish. $25 Our Price $7.45 (Arrives this afternoon)

500 Bottle Wine Cabinet
with WhisperCOOL cooling unit

Powerful and quite cooling system with digital controls. Finished wood with glass doors, lock and displa...

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February 7th, 2020 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
ALLAN SCOTT Sauvignon Blanc
 Marlborough 2019

Tasting Note: Stylish, generous and intense, featuring lemon curd, apricot and lime sherbet flavors that are vivid and mouthwatering, accented by details of matcha green tea, white pepper and passion fruit. Delivers terrific follow-through on the finish. Drink now. —M.W. $17 Our Price $11.99

2018 Turley Juvenile Zinfandel

Winery Notes: Though the vast majority of our wines are single vineyard designates, Juvenile is actually composed...

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February 4th, 2020 Newsletter

WOW! 70 % Off!
2014 Aiken Sonoma Mountain Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: From the beautiful Silver Pines Vineyard at nearly 1000 ft. elevation on Sonoma Mountain, this Pinot Noir is a blend of clones UCD 23 and Pommard. The masculinity of clone 23 blends beautifully with the perfume and complexity of Pommard. Tiny yields produced a powerful, complex wine that will age beautifully for years to come. $55 Our Price $16.25 (Back in stock 2/5/20) Delicious!

Wine Spectator 93
BODEGAS MURIEL Rioja
Fincas d...

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January 31st 2020 Newsletter

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 93 pts
2016 Meyney Saint Estèphe, Bordeaux

The 2016 Meyney is a bold, powerful wine. Tobacco, menthol, chocolate, spice and torrefaction notes all add shades of darkness. Meyney is potent and quite broad in feel, and yet everything is very nicely balanced. Although not especially subtle, Meyney delivers the goods, and then some. Our Price $40.25

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 94+ pts
Kamen 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is racy, powerful and explosive, as the...

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January 28th 2020 Newsletter

WOW! 70 % Off!
2014 Aiken Sonoma Mountain Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: From the beautiful Silver Pines Vineyard at nearly 1000 ft. elevation on Sonoma Mountain, this Pinot Noir is a blend of clones UCD 23 and Pommard. The masculinity of clone 23 blends beautifully with the perfume and complexity of Pommard. Tiny yields produced a powerful, complex wine that will age beautifully for years to come. $55 Our Price $16.25 (Arrives 1/29/20)

2018 Le Clos Du Caillou Cotes du Rhone Rose

Winemaker Notes: Ha...

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January 24th 2020 Newsletter

Another Bargain-58% Off!
2015 Geyser Peak Walking Tree Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: A consistent favorite of intimate bistros and innovative eateries, this wine showcases the wonderful pleasures of Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The deep plum color of this sumptuous Cabernet Sauvignon gives way to expressive aromas of white pepper, dark berry fruit, and cassis. Aging in French oak barrels softens the otherwise firm tannins and introduces hints of toasted vanilla and leather o...

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January 21st 2020 Newsletter

Discounted 68%!
2013 Garnet Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Clove and sweet vanilla aromas give way to a powerful rush of dried cherries and ripe blackberries. Classic Pinot Noir characters of mushroom, earth and baking spices pair with supple tannins and dark fruit flavors. Layers of aromatic French oak and a velvety mouth feel drive a rich and dynamic finish. $27 Our Price $8.55

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2015 Skinner Smithereens GSM

Winemaker Notes: The 2015 Red Blend has red fruit aromatics like...

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January 17th 2020 Newsletter

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, January 20th

Discounted 75%-WOW!
2017 Maxville Napa Big Max Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: The nose is filled with fresh pear and yellow apple opening to floral notes with crisp lemon and apple flavors. Pear, apple and citrus flavors continue from the aroma across the palate in a clean, crisp refreshing entry, changing to a creamy mid-palate packed with fruit and texture. The bright acidity energizes the palate, leading to an elegan...

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January 14th 2020 Newsletter

Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, January 20th

Wine Advocate 91
2018 Reverchon Saar
Mineral Riesling Feinherb

The 2018 Saar Mineral Riesling Feinherb (AP 3 19) offers a fine and flinty nose of ripe and slatey fruits. On the palate, this is a dense and charming, fine and elegant, slightly crunchy Riesling with good grip and salty minerals. Fine tannins and a serious finish here. Tasted in March 2019. $15 Our Price $11.95 (Arrives 1/15/20)

2014 Gregory Graham Estate Lake...

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January 10th 2020 Newsletter

92 Points - SF Int'l Wine Competition
2017 Roth Alexander Valley Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: Bold, full-bodied and rich. Mighty aromas of black cherry, cassis, wet stone and sweet oak. Rich, layered flavors of red currant, blackberry, dark chocolate and vanilla complement the firm tannins. Structured and powerful, this Cab lingers on the finish. $28 Our Price $20.99

2015 Skinner Smithereens GSM

Winemaker Notes: The 2015 Red Blend has red fruit aromatics like dark cherry, strawberry preserves, and d...

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January 7th 2020 Newsletter

2013 Villa San-Juliette Paso Robles
Estate Merlot

Winemaker Notes: Just peering into the dark purple depths of a gorgeous glass of this wine shows that it is hardly another gentle or forgettable quaffer. Its aromatics intrigue, with heady notes of clove, hickory smoke, and beef au jus. Dominant on the palate, big anise, olive oil, and maple flavors interweave with firm tannins that melt with rich, saucy beef dishes and juicy tenderloin. $17 Our Price $2.99 Great Value!

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January 3rd 2020 Newsletter

50% OFF!
2017 Virginia Marie Lambrix (VML)
 Russian River Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Incredibly pretty, floral, fruit-centric, and slightly spicy. Oak inspires hints of graham cracker and vanilla, and the finish finds pert acidity, bing cherries, and rose petals. $44 Our Price $21.95 (Limited to 120 bottles arriving on 1/7/20)

Wine Spectator 91
RAPITALÀ Nero d'Avola Sicilia Alto 2016

Rich notes of baked cherry, fig cake, tarry mineral, licorice and lavender are set in a fresh, focused, medium-bo...

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December 30th 2019 Newsletter

Snag this Champagne before the 100% Tariff Hits
G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Brut

Winemaker Notes: Exuberant bubbles, Mumm Grand Cordon has a brilliant and golden colour. Lush aromas of ripe peach, apricot and pineapple cascade from the glass, chased by hints of vanilla and caramel, yeast, dried fruit and honey. One sip and Mumm Grand Cordon unleashes intense, complex flavours of fresh fruit and caramel that morph into a long, lingering finish. $50 Our Price $25.95 (Arrives 12/31/19) Discounted 48%.

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December 27th 2019 Newsletter

Discounted 68%!
Wine Spectator 92
ROBERT MONDAVI Fumé Blanc Oakville 2015

Complex, offering a mix of beeswax, honeysuckle and dried mango flavors up front, which give way to poached pear and apricot notes at the core, with spice, toast and almond butter edges mingling. Wonderful succulent acidity makes the finish just as powerful as the first aromatic sniff. Drink now. 2,815 cases made. — MW Issue Feb 28, 2019. $40 Our Price $12.75 (Limited to 59 bottles in stock)

Jeb Dunnuck 92 Points
2017 Sidur...

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December 23rd 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 96
WARRE Vintage Port 2011, Half Bottle

Offers seamless flavors of kirsch, chocolate, dark plum and allspice, fresh and elegant, with a towering structure and intense red berry accents. Unctuous and long on the finish, showing loads of grip. Best from 2030 through 2060. 3,000 cases made. — KM. $47/375ml. Our Price $40.95/375ml

Holiday Hours
Monday, 12/23/19 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Tuesday, 12/24/19 10:30 AM-3:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/25/19 Merry Christmas
Thursday, 12/26/19 Closed
Friday, 12/2...

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December 20th 2019 Newsletter

Holiday Hours
Monday, 12/23/19 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Tuesday, 12/24/19 10:30 AM-3:00 PM
Wednesday, 12/25/19 Merry Christmas
Thursday, 12/26/19 Closed
Friday, 12/27/19 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Saturday, 12/28/19 10:30 AM-4:00 PM

2014 Silver Oak Napa Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: Our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is dark ruby in color and entices you with a nose of raspberry, cassis and loose pipe tobacco. This full-bodied wine has an assertively silky structure and is notably spicy on the palate. Flavors of sage...

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December 18th 2019 Newsletter

2016 Kennedy Shah Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Rich and finely textured with concentrated and pure flavors of dark currant and red fruit that are well structured. Offers firm tannins and minerality with a savory finish. $20 Liquidation Price $10.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Vinous 93 Points
2017 Saumaize-Michelin
Pouilly Fuisse Vignes Blanches

The 2017 Pouilly-Fuissé Vignes Blanches has a very seductive, generous bouquet of precise, intense white peach and white chocolate aromas. The taut...

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December 13th 2019 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points
2018 Charles Smith VINO Rose of Sangiovese

From 100% Sangiovese mostly from the Wahluke Slope, the 2018 ViNO Rose offers a knock-out bouquet of strawberry and Jolly Rancher to go with a juicy, balanced, delicious style on the palate. It's a rocking rosé. $15 Liquidation Price $9.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Wine Advocate 94+
2017 Ilaria Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon is made up of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Malbec, 7% Cabernet Franc and 7% Merlot aged 2...

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December 10th 2019 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
2017 Wines Of Substance Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

The base 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon is brilliant, and as Cabernet Sauvignon goes, it’s a value that’s hard to beat! Classic black and blue fruits, damp earth, violets, and tobacco notes all emerge from this medium to full-bodied effort that stays pure, impeccably balanced, and vibrant on the palate. It’s the real deal, and if it was from Napa, it would sell for 3-4 times the price. $17 Our Price $13.95

James Suckling 92...

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December 6th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
GOSSET Brut Rosé
Champagne Grand NV, Magnum

This vibrant rosé is tightly knit and racy, with a floral overtone and flavors of peach skin, white cherry, whole-grain toast and chalky mineral showing finely honed precision as they ride the creamy, detailed mousse. Disgorged May 2018. Drink now through 2024. 600 cases imported. — AN. Our Price $158/magnum

Wine Advocate 92
Pol Roger Brut Reserve

The latest rendition of Pol Roger's NV Brut Reserve is based on the 2013 vintage and inco...

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December 2nd 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
CASTELLARE DI CASTELLINA
Chianti Classico 2017

A beam of pure cherry and blackberry fruit defines this intense, racy red. Firm and tensile, with fine balance and an aftertaste of vibrant fruit, graphite and tobacco flavors. Sangioveto and Canaiolo. Drink now through 2033.—B.S $22

Wine Spectator 91
ARTERBERRY MARESH Pinot Noir
Dundee Hills 2017

Poised and elegantly complex, with delicate cherry, violet and orange peel notes that dance on a lithe finish. Drink now through 2024...

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November 26th 2019 Newsletter

Holiday Hours
Wednesday, 11/27/19 10:30 AM-5:30PM
Thursday, 11/28/19 Thanksgiving
Friday, 11/29/19 Closed
Saturday, 11/30/19 10:30 AM-4:00 PM

Wine Spectator 91
DEUTZ Brut Champagne Classic NV

A harmonious and mouthwatering Champagne, with a lovely mix of white cherry, pastry, grated ginger and smoky mineral riding the elegant mousse. Racy finish. Drink now through 2021. 3,000 cases imported. — AN $45 Our Price $38.99 (Arrives this afternoon)

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2019 Bouchard Aine & Fils Beaujolais...

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November 22nd 2019 Newsletter

Holiday Hours
Thursday, 11/28/19 Thanksgiving
Friday, 11/29/19 Closed
Saturday, 11/30/19 10:30 AM-4:00 PM


James Suckling 92 Points
Colomé Malbec Salta Estate 2017

Attractively concentrated style here with aromas and flavors deep in the plum and blackberry zone. Full and firm palate. Really flavorful and bold style. Drink or hold. $27 Our Price $20.99 (Arrives 11/25/19)

Vinous 93 Points
2017 Saumaize-Michelin
Pouilly Fuisse Vignes Blanches

The 2017 Pouilly-Fuissé Vignes Blanches has a very seducti...

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November 19th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
BODEGAS MARQUÉS DE MURRIETA
Rioja Finca Ygay Reserva 2015

Cedar, tobacco, dried cherry and spice flavors mingle in this red. Features a polished texture, with well-integrated tannins and orange peel acidity. Supple, harmonious and graceful. Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo and Garnacha. Drink now through 2025. 100,000 cases made, 9,067 cases imported. — TM $29 Our Price $19.95

Wine Spectator 93
DOMAINE FAIVELEY Mercurey
Clos des Myglands 2017

A tangy, succulent style, this red exh...

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November 15th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 96, Top 100 #2
Mayacamas Cabernet Sauvignon
Mount Veeder 2015

Youthfully compact, with tightly wound black currant, bitter plum and dark blueberry notes, this needs time to meld with the charcoal, bay leaf and tar streaks, but the mouthwatering cut on the finish suggests that won't be a problem. Offers a long echo of juniper at the end. Best from 2023 through 2040. 2,250 cases made. — JM$125 Our Price $119.99 (Arrives this afternoon)

Wine Spectator 92 
TAITTINGER Brut Champagne Prél...

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November 12th 2019 Newsletter

Official World Wide Release Date:
Thursday, November 21st!
2019 Bouchard Aine & Fils Beaujolais Nouveau

Producer Notes: Crafted in our signature house style, this Beaujolais Nouveau is smooth, juicy and perfectly refreshing. It’s great on its own or with a light meal. $12 Our Price $8.95

2017 Caymus Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, Magnum

Winemaker Notes: Caymus has a signature style that is dark in color, with rich fruit and ripe, velvety tannins – as approachable in youth as in maturity. We farm Cabern...

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November 8th 2019 Newsletter

Veteran’s Day Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, 11/11/19

2017 Meiomi Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: A rich garnet color with a ruby edge, the wine opens to reveal lifted fruit aromas of bright strawberry and jammy fruit, mocha, and vanilla, along with toasty oak notes. Expressive boysenberry, blackberry, dark cherry, juicy strawberry, and toasty mocha flavors lend complexity and depth on the palate. The well-integrated oak provides structure and depth seldom seen in Pinot Noir. $25 Our Price $16...

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November 5th 2019 Newsletter

Veteran’s Day Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, 11/11/19

Wine Advocate 92
2017 Turley Wine Cellars Zinfandel Old Vines

Medium to deep ruby-purple in color, the 2017 Zinfandel Old Vines features exotic spice accents over a core of blueberry and boysenberry compote, crushed black cherries and berries with notes of cinnamon stick and potpourri. Medium to full-bodied, it has loads of spicy black and blue fruits in the mouth with firm, ripe tannins to frame and juicy acidity, finishing long and ve...

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November 1st 2019 Newsletter

2017 Mollydooker The Boxer Shiraz

Winemaker Notes: Complex and expressive. Bright maraschino cherry, fresh plum, rich dark chocolate and licorice max out the flavor spectrum. The tannins are fine, the fruit is soft and the flavors tickle the taste buds. Consistently impressive. $32 Our Price $25.95

Wine Spectator 92
2017 Mollydooker Blue Eyed Boy Shiraz, McLaren Vale

Stylish, fragrant and supple, with dried lavender, vanilla bean and mocha notes that add richness to the core of ripe, jammy bluebe...

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October 29th 2019 Newsletter

2018 Le Clos Du Caillou Cotes du Rhone Rose

Winemaker Notes: Hand-harvested. Pressed full cluster (rosé de pressurage). Juice left to settle overnight in temperature-controlled tanks. Fermented on indigenous yeasts in tank. Aged in tank for five months. TASTING IMPRESSIONS: Aromas of summer raspberries, light herbs, lavender, red plums. Fresh, medium-bodied, tangy; red berries, wild strawberries. PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: As an aperitif; dried tomato tapanade; air-dried charcuterie; grilled chicken w...

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October 25th 2019 Newsletter

72% Discount!
2013 CARTE BLANCHE PINOT NOIR, NOBLES RANCH VINEYARD, SONOMA COAST

Winemaker Notes: The 2013 Pinot Noir leaps from the glass, showing bright Bing cherry, tangerine oil, and hints of cedar. Needing ample time to open, it reveals bright juniper berry, cherry, black tea, and dried thyme across a broad mid-palate. Rich and silky, the finish is a tightly run race between each element on display. $65. (Grape Tray email subscriber price $18.25) Arrives 10/30/19.

Wine Spectator 94
FORT ROSS...

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October 22nd 2019 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 92 Points
Shannon Ridge 2017 High Elevation Lake County Collection Petite Sirah

This full-bodied, full-flavored wine practically bursts with flavors of cocoa powder, blackberry and blueberry. It is dark, rich and concentrated, supported by a massive layer of fine-grained tannins but not so heavy that one couldn't drink it now with a nice, juicy cut of meat. Best after 2027. $23 Our Price $8.99 (Arrives 10/23/19)

2017 Cakebread Napa Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: This wine has a prett...

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October 18th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
Brewer-Clifton 3D Chardonnay 2017

Sleek, with powerful minerality to the pure-tasting flavors of pear tart, apple pastry and peach. Rich lemon curd accents fill in midpalate and linger on spicy and well-framed finish. Drink now through 2025. $60

Wine Spectator 94
CARLISLE Syrah Russian River Valley Papa’s Block 2017

Dynamic and deeply structured, with evocative wild berry, smoked game and cracked pepper flavors that build tension and intensity toward well-buffed tannins. Best fr...

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October 15th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 93
2016 Martinelli Chardonnay Martinelli Road

Scented of poached pears, baker's yeast, stone and spring blossoms, the 2016 Chardonnay Martinelli Road is medium-bodied and creamy textured with a good core of fruit and uplifting freshness, finishing long and savory. 195 cases produced. $60


Wine Spectator 93
FROSTWATCH Chardonnay
Bennett Valley 2015

Delightfully rich and lively, medium-weight yet packed with flavors highlighting tangerine, nectarine and spicy oak, with a long, layered...

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October 11th 2019 Newsletter

Columbus Day Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, 10/14/19

Wine Advocate 91
2017 Mas Donis Old Vines

The 2017 Mas Donis Old Vines is a blend of 50% Garnacha, 30% Cariñena and 20% Syrah fermented separately in stainless steel, and the Syrah and Cariñena matured in barrique until the components were blended before bottling in June 2019. It's a heady Mediterranean red blend—generous and round with a pretty floral nose and the aromatic power of the partial carbonic maceration. It has a juicy texture...

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October 8th 2019 Newsletter

Go Green!
Recycle your wine shipping containers
Bring your styrofoam or pulp shipping container in and receive a credit on your wine purchase or receive a Grape Tray gift card.

Wine Advocate 90 Points
2017 Jean Collet et Fils Chablis

Revisited a year later, Collet's 2017 Chablis is bursting with aromas of fresh peach, honeyed citrus fruit and white flowers, followed by a medium to full-bodied, elegantly textural palate with a bright but open-knit, charming profile and a saline finish. It's alrea...

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October 4th 2019 Newsletter

Opus One Overture 2019 Release

Winemaker Notes: A timeless expression of our estate vineyards, Overture is full bodied but approachable in its youth. Overture shows generous dark fruit aromas and flavors with a soft, supple mid-palate. $140 Our Price $125.99

Wine Spectator 90
CÀNTELE Salice Salentino Riserva 2015

This fresh, medium-bodied red shows a lovely mix of ripe red and black fruit, currant, raspberry and blackberry flavors, with light, creamy tannins and hints of iron and herb. Drink now...

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October 1st 2019 Newsletter

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 94 Points
2017 Joseph Phelps Freestone Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

The 2017 Chardonnay Freestone Vineyards is a very pretty and also understated wine from Phelps. Yellow orchard fruit, white flowers, chamomile and lightly honeyed notes all grace this expressive, pliant Chardonnay. Beams of supporting acidity support the nuanced finish. This is in a pretty restrained style for Phelps, and that is not a bad thing, as these wines have, at times, been a bit bombastic. $53 Our Pri...

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September 27th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
2016 Bookwalter Readers Cabernet Sauvignon

Shows structure and presence, with refined blackberry, black tea and stony mineral notes that build toward fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2026. 5,670 cases made. $28 Our Price $19.95 (Arrives 10/2/19)

Wine Spectator 95
PAHLMEYER Chardonnay Napa Valley 2017

Unctuous, featuring succulent flavors of pear tart, dried tropical fruits, quince jelly and apple pastry, loaded with cream and spice details. The long finish is filled with...

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September 23rd 2019 Newsletter

2016 Coppola Director’s Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: The Director’s Cabernet Sauvignon offers a ripe core of fruits that include blackberry, cherry and cassis as well as warm spice nuances. Dark and succulent with medium density, a balanced palate and a nice integration of wood, this wine is very fragrant and captures the essence of the vintage. $20 Liquidation Price $14.65 (Limited to stock on hand)

Campo Viejo Cava Brut Rose

Winemaker Notes: A bright sparkling pink color. Pleasant and po...

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September 20th 2019 Newsletter

2018 Failla Sonoma Coast PINOT NOIR

A benchmark wine of vintage, variety, and place. Bright red fruit, floral splashes, juicy pomegranate, and wild herb express structure with finesse and elegance. $39 (Arrives 9/24/19)

2018 Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay, 3 Liter

Winemaker Notes: Pale yellow with a green tinge to the hue. Aromas of yellow peach, mango with a slight citrus note intertwine seamlessly with vanilla and spice. The palate is rich and round, with the mango and vanilla fighting for the li...

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September 17th 2019 Newsletter

Vinous 90 Points
2017 Berne Selection Côtes de Provence Rosé Emotion

Light bright onion skin. Fresh strawberry, orange zest and pungent flowers on the highly perfumed nose. Juicy citrus fruit and red berry flavors are accompanied by an exotic touch of lemongrass. Finishes long, taut and precise, delivering vibrant mineral cut and a building floral note. Drinking window: 2018 – 2021. $22 Our Price $2.95

2018 Le Clos Du Caillou Cotes du Rhone Rose

Winemaker Notes: Hand-harvested. Pressed full clust...

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September 13th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
CASTELLARE DI CASTELLINA
Chianti Classico 2017

A beam of pure cherry and blackberry fruit defines this intense, racy red. Firm and tensile, with fine balance and an aftertaste of vibrant fruit, graphite and tobacco flavors. Sangioveto and Canaiolo. Drink now through 2033.—B.S $22

2014 Silver Oak Napa Cabernet, Magnum

Winemaker Notes: Our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is dark ruby in color and entices you with a nose of raspberry, cassis and loose pipe tobacco. This full-bodied...

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September 10th 2019 Newsletter

Local collector would like to sell the following wine cabinet:

The unit is a “L’Humiditemp” (now known as Vinotheque) Model 320 CRU series.

Capacity: 320 bottles. Redwood racking. Cabinet is oak stained in antique walnut (not dark).

Dimensions: 32 W x 28 D x 74 H. New Wisperkool 2500 unit installed 4 years ago.

The lower hinge needs some extra support, as the door tends to “sag” about 3/8 an inch. A simple steel plate on the bottom needs to be added.

Purchased new $4000. Asking $1000 or best off...

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September 6th 2019 Newsletter

2018 Domaine du Dragon
Cotes du Provence Rose Grande Cuvee

Winemaker Notes: TASTING IMPRESSIONS: Delicate pink color. Strawberries and light pepper. Textured and fruity, with flavors of red plums, lemon zest, raspberries. PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Sweet/spicy Asian cuisines; barbecue. $20 Our Price $15.99 (Our most popular Rose this year!)

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2014 Rosenblum Rockpile Zinfandel

Winemaker Notes: The power and grace of our Rockpile Road Zinfandel is a culmination of its uniqu...

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September 3rd 2019 Newsletter

Vinous 94 pts
2017 Fattoria La Rivolta
Greco (Sannio, Taburno)

Bright golden yellow. Chewy, rich and dense, featuring nicely focused apricot and peach flavors. Finishes long, ripe and tactile, with a polished mouthfeel and noteworthy complexity. One of the three best Greco wines of the year. Drinking window: 2018 – 2024. Our Price $19.45

Wine Spectator 93
BODEGAS MAS ALTA Priorat La Vilella Alta Black Slate 2016

This generous red features a round, soft texture that carries ripe black fruit flavor...

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August 30th 2019 Newsletter

Campo Viejo Cava Brut Reserva

Winemaker Notes: A noble and austere sparkling cava. Greenish yellow in colour with golden glints, it's clear and star bright. A persistent, elegant stream of bubbles rise to form a perfect rosary on the surface. Complex aromas of white fruits with hints of wood. Fresh, well-balanced and elegant on the palate with an excellent final sensation. $10 Our Price $7.95 (Great Value)

Campo Viejo Cava Brut Rose (Penedes, Spain)

Winemaker Notes: A bright sparkling pink color...

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August 27th 2019 Newsletter

Labor Day Holiday
We will be closed on Monday, 9/2/19


2018 Domaine du Dragon
Cotes du Provence Rose Grande Cuvee

Winemaker Notes: TASTING IMPRESSIONS: Delicate pink color. Strawberries and light pepper. Textured and fruity, with flavors of red plums, lemon zest, raspberries. PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Sweet/spicy Asian cuisines; barbecue. $20 Our Price $15.99 (Back in stock)

2017 Ridge Lytton Springs

Winemaker Notes: A season of extreme weather began with heavy winter rains that replenished the water t...

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August 23rd 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
PAOLO SCAVINO Vino da Tavola-Piedmont Red NV (L 2018 A)

Black currant, violet and rosemary settle nicely into the succulent texture of this red. Firm and elegant, yet shows intensity and fine length. Nebbiolo, Merlot, Barbera and Dolcetto. Drink now through 2024. 1,500 cases made, 500 cases imported. — BS $15 Our Price $9.95

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Wine Spectator 90
SEVEN FALLS Chardonnay Wahluke Slope 2014

Broad and supple, expressing a range of spice and citrus flavors, centering on p...

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August 20th 2019 Newsletter

2016 Beringer Bros. Bourbon Barrel Aged Red

Winemaker Notes: Aged 60 days in American Oak Bourbon barrels, this bold red wine blend has flavors of black cherry, toasted coconut and dark caramel, with a smoky finish. $20 Our Price $15.99

James Suckling 90 Points
2017 Trefethen Oak Knoll Estate Chardonnay

Pear drops, cooked apples and cantaloupe melon. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now. $30 Our Price $24.99

Wine Spectator 93
ALTAMURA Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2015...

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August 16th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
BODEGAS MAS ALTA Priorat La Vilella Alta Black Slate 2016

This generous red features a round, soft texture that carries ripe black fruit flavors, laced with licorice, toast and loamy earth notes. Offers well-integrated tannins and gentle acidity. Pretty floral and cinnamon details emerge on the finish. Drink now through 2028. 1,800 cases imported.—T.M. $23 Our Price $16.95

Wine Advocate 94
2016 Stags' Leap Winery Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is a blend of...

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August 13th 2019 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points
2016 Penfolds Max Cabernet Sauvignon

Leading off the new red releases, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Max’s is another wine that was packaged in a red plastic covering that makes opening bottles difficult. It has a great nose of ripe blackcurrants, plums, eucalyptus, and Asian spices. Medium to full-bodied, rounded, nicely textured, and with loads of charm on the palate, it’s already hard to resist and should be enjoyed over the coming 4-6 years. $21 Our Price $16.99

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August 9th 2019 Newsletter

2016 Peachy Canyon Incredible Red Zinfandel

Winemaker Notes: A rich and fruity nose opens with black cherry, blackberry, nutmeg, and vanilla, leading into toffee, cigar, and cherrywood. On the palate the wine is round and sumptuous, with notes of cherry, clove, and orange oil. This Incredible Red meets and exceeds the promise in its name. 90% Zinfandel, 10% Petite Sirah $15 Our Price $6.65 (Arrives 8/14/19) Great Value!

Wine Spectator 90
RODNEY STRONG Chardonnay Chalk Hill 2016

Juicy and luscious...

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August 6th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
FIRST DROP Shiraz Barossa
Mother's Milk 2016

Appealing and aromatic up front, with rosemary, thyme and sage details to the restrained flavors of cranberry and raspberry at the core. Elegant, fresh and smooth, finishing juicy. Drink now through 2028. 15,000 cases made, 1,500 cases imported. — MW $20 Our Price $16.25

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2016 Beringer Luminus
Oak Knoll District Napa Valley Chardonnay

James Suckling 92 Points: Attractive freshness and gently flinty...

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August 2nd 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
CHEHALEM Pinot Noir
Chehalem Mountains 2017

Refined and elegantly layered, with pretty rose petal and raspberry accents that build polish as this dances on a long finish. Drink now through 2025. 4,200 cases made. — TF $30 Our Price $25.99

2017 Sonoma Cutrer
The Cutrer Russian River Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: The Cutrer is a rich, complex wine. On the nose, you are greeted with integrated oak notes of caramel, pie crust, apple pie, ripe peach, nectarine, nougat, brown sugar and...

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July 30th 2019 Newsletter

Taste this wine for a dime!
2015 Calcareous Vineyard
Twisted Paso Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: An extremely tropical nose is coupled with a golden color which indicates a Chardonnay allowed to reach a proper stage of ripeness. Full and rich on the palate with just a hint of toasty oak is balanced by a wonderful blast of bright acidity that keeps the finish clean and refreshing. $20 Our Price $2.95

James Suckling 91 Points
2017 Jermann Pinot Grigio

A very attractive and distinctive pinot grigio tha...

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July 26th 2019 Newsletter

2017 Mason Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: Our Mason 2017 Sauvignon Blanc has lovely grapefruit, gooseberry and fig overtones and a very pleasing mouthfeel. Medium bodied and well-balanced with a round, juicy texture, the palate presents pear, peach and fresh, tart apple flavors, complemented by a lingering, bright finish. We are very excited about this vintage and delicious wine. $16 Liquidation Price $12.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Wine Spectator 94
ROCCA DELLE MACÌE Chianti Classico
Famigli...

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July 23rd 2019 Newsletter


Wine Spectator 90
RODNEY STRONG Chardonnay Chalk Hill 2016

Juicy and lusciously fruity, with roasted tropical fruit, apple pastry and pear tart flavors. Buttery and spicy accents show on the vibrant finish. Drink now through 2022. 63,750 cases made. — KM $22 Our Price $15.99

2016 Beringer Luminus-Last Call at this price!
Oak Knoll District Napa Valley Chardonnay
Retail $39. Our Price $14.95

James Suckling 92 Points: Attractive freshness and gently flinty citrus fruits. Aromas of melon and hazelnu...

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July 19th 2019 Newsletter

WOW-74% discount!
Taste this wine today and
tomorrow for 25 cents!
2014 Rosenblum Rockpile Zinfandel

Winemaker Notes: The power and grace of our Rockpile Road Zinfandel is a culmination of its unique climate, soil and pedigree. Bold, dark fruit, redolent with blueberries and boysenberry jam, shapes the core and establishes the masculine, mountain character of this high-elevation Zinfandel. Black pepper, cocoa and toasted oak spices weave through the multiple layers, joined by big, chewy tannins...

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July 16th 2019 Newsletter

Dom Perignon Champagne Glasses (set of 6) $29.95


Wine Spectator 90
BIELER PÈRE & FILS
Bandol Rosé Réserve 2018

Supple white raspberry and tangerine notes are supported by steely acidity, with heather, wild herb and mineral notes carrying through the spicy, savory-driven finish. Drink now. 1,200 cases imported.—Gillian Sciaretta. $22 Our Price $16.95


Jeb Dunnuck 95 Points
2017 Hartford Court Pinot Noir Russian River

A crazy good value, the 2017 Russian River Pinot Noir is the appellation release f...

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July 12th 2019 Newsletter

Back in stock!
2016 Beringer Luminus
Oak Knoll District Napa Valley Chardonnay
Retail $39. Our Price $14.95

James Suckling 92 Points: Attractive freshness and gently flinty citrus fruits. Aromas of melon and hazelnut nougat follow and lead to a palate with lemon, grapefruit, grilled peaches and nectarines. Layered and textural. Some pithy grip to close. This has attractive freshness and composure. Drink now. $39

Wine Spectator 91 Points: Rich and plush, this has plenty of buttery notes to the ripe...

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July 9th 2019 Newsletter

2014 VML Russian River Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: A distinct Russian River Chardonnay with layers of citrus, spice and floral notes. The nose opens up with Mandarin blossoms, Bartlett pear and Fuji apple. The aromatics continue with toasted pine nuts, floral hints of jasmine, gardenia and geranium. The palate is vibrant, juicy and lingering. Full and round with hints of almond, creamy lemon custard, baked pear and vanilla. The finish is long and refreshing. $27 Our Price $7.95 (Arrives 7/10/19)

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July 2nd 2019 Newsletter

4th of July Holiday Hours
Tuesday, 7/2/19 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Wednesday, 7/3/19 10:30 AM-5:30 PM
Thursday, 7/4/19 Closed
Friday, 7/5/19 Closed
Saturday, 7/6/19 10:30 AM-4:00 PM

Wine Spectator 90
ALLAN SCOTT Sauvignon Blanc
Marlborough 2018

The pear and green apple flavors are succulent, bright and crisp, with plenty of verve from the fresh acidity. Details of matcha tea and lemongrass linger on the finish. Drink now. 60,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported. — MW $18 Our Price $11.99

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June 28th 2019 Newsletter

2016 Beringer Luminus
Oak Knoll District Napa Valley Chardonnay
Retail $39. Our Price $14.95

James Suckling 92 Points: Attractive freshness and gently flinty citrus fruits. Aromas of melon and hazelnut nougat follow and lead to a palate with lemon, grapefruit, grilled peaches and nectarines. Layered and textural. Some pithy grip to close. This has attractive freshness and composure. Drink now. $39

Wine Spectator 91 Points: Rich and plush, this has plenty of buttery notes to the ripe apple, pear a...

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June 25th 2019 Newsletter

2018 Domaine du Dragon
Cotes du Provence Rose Grande Cuvee

Winemaker Notes: TASTING IMPRESSIONS: Delicate pink color. Strawberries and light pepper. Textured and fruity, with flavors of red plums, lemon zest, raspberries. PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Sweet/spicy Asian cuisines; barbecue. $20 Our Price $15.99 (Back in stock 6/26/19)

2017 Frank Family Chardonnay, 375ml

Winemaker Notes: Pale yellow straw color. Aromas of white flowers, stone fruit, lemon zest and a hint of vanilla, lead to a rich and envelo...

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June 21st 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
BIELER PÈRE & FILS
Bandol Rosé Réserve 2018

Supple white raspberry and tangerine notes are supported by steely acidity, with heather, wild herb and mineral notes carrying through the spicy, savory-driven finish. Drink now. 1,200 cases imported.—Gillian Sciaretta. $22 Our Price $16.95

Wine Advocate 93 Points
2015 Flora Springs Cabernet Sauvignon Trilogy (Arrives 6/25)

A blend of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Malbec and 8% Petit Verdot, the deep garnet-purple 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon...

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June 18th 2019 Newsletter

Vinous 90 pts
2017 Tenuta San Leonardo Sauvignon Blanc Vette di San Leonardo

Pale straw-yellow. Perfumed nose of herb-accented aromas of green fig, tomato leaf and white flowers is in a pungent New Zealand-like style. Bright floral and white pepper notes add lift to the lively but simple citrus fruit flavors. A subtle herbal nuance lends complexity on the long finish but what this wine is really all about is early juicy appeal. Drinking window: 2018 – 2020. $25 Liquidation Price $13.95 (Limited...

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June 14th 2019 Newsletter

Wine & Spirits 90 Points
2015 Provenance Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

The core of this wine is made up of fruit from three sites, including two estate vineyards— Hewitt, in the western benchlands of Rutherford, and Wildwood, on the east side of the valley—as well as purchased grapes from Beckstoffer’s Georges III. The remainder comes from fruit purchased in Calistoga and Oakville. It’s a sumptuous Rutherford wine with lovely textural give to the tannins. The fruit holds its bright plum flavor...

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June 11th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
LUJON Cabernet Sauvignon
Walla Walla Valley 2016

Broad-shouldered yet agile, with expressive blackberry and cherry flavors accented by bay leaf and espresso notes, building richness toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2027. 602 cases made. — TF $25

Wine Spectator 92
EASTON Zinfandel Amador County 2015

Epitomizes fine Sierra Foothills Zinfandel, offering vibrant, briary raspberry, smoked pepper and wild sweet anise flavors that stretch out on the zesty finish. Drink now thr...

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June 7th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 90
2016 Brewer-Clifton Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills

The 2016 Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills is a very good introduction to the Brewer-Clifton style, wafting from the glass with a nose of ripe cherries, candied red fruit, spice and dried herbs that's more fruit-driven than this bottling often is straight out of the gates. On the palate, the wine is supple, saline and medium-bodied, with nice energy and a crunchy core of fruit. This should drink well for the better part of a decade. $45 Ou...

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June 4th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 90
2016 Ancient Peaks Santa Margarita Merlot

Wafting from the glass with notes of black cherries, cassis, fruitcake and mint, the 2016 Merlot from Ancient Peaks is full-bodied and velvety on the palate, with a generous core of savory fruit, powdery tannins and a long, flavorful finish. For the price, it's an incredible value. $20 Our Price $14.99 (Arrives 6/5/19)

Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points
2017 Bodegas Breca Rose

Just bottled, the 2017 Breca Rosé (100% Garnacha) offers bright strawberry...

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May 30th 2019 Newsletter

Schramsberg Mirabelle Brut

Winemaker Notes: This Mirabelle Brut has generous fruitful aromas of pear, tangerine and ripe peach,followed by nuances of vanilla and star anise. In the mouth, there are flavors of mandarin orange, stone fruit and yellow apple. The palate is crisp on entry with a citrus acidity and a lingering finish. $29 Our Price $24.35

Wine Spectator 91
BESSERAT DE BELLEFON Brut Rosé
Champagne Cuvée des Moines NV, Half Bottle

This mouthwatering Champagne is soft and creamy in textur...

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May 28th 2019 Newsletter

2017 Loring River Quinn Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Big nose of graham cracker, white peach, pear, lemon, and hints of vanilla. Very rich and opulent mouthfeel with stone fruit and citrus flavors, framed by a kiss of oak. $30 Our Price $24.99

Wine Spectator 91
ELDERTON Cabernet Sauvignon Barossa 2016

There’s plenty to admire here, with mahogany and truffle touches complementing the ripe and plush core of plum and blueberry flavors. Displays an air of effortlessness, even with the dusty tannins fi...

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May 24th 2019 Newsletter

In Stock!
Wine Spectator 92
LUJON Cabernet Sauvignon
Walla Walla Valley 2016

Broad-shouldered yet agile, with expressive blackberry and cherry flavors accented by bay leaf and espresso notes, building richness toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2027. 602 cases made. — TF $25

Wine Spectator 90
RODNEY STRONG Chardonnay Chalk Hill 2016

Juicy and lusciously fruity, with roasted tropical fruit, apple pastry and pear tart flavors. Buttery and spicy accents show on the vibrant finish. Drink now t...

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May 21st 2019 Newsletter

We will be closed on Memorial Day, 5/27/19

James Suckling 90 Points
Pecchenino Dogliani San Luigi 2017

Roasted herbs, elderberry pie and spices. Full-bodied with plenty of fruit-compote flavors and a fruity finish. $18 Our Price $14.99

Marenco Strev Moscato d'Asti 2018

Straw yellow with intense aromas of citrus, apricot, fig and orange blossom; taste is pleasantly sweet and aromatic like the Moscato grapes it comes from. $15 Our Price $11.99

James Suckling 92 Points
Fattoria del Cerro Vino Nobile...

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May 17th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE Chardonnay Columbia Valley Indian Wells 2016

Expressive and lively, with tropical fruit and toasted spice flavors that linger on the finish. Drink now through 2021. 137,000 cases made. –TF $17 Our Price $14.95

2017 Caymus Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Caymus has a signature style that is dark in color, with rich fruit and ripe, velvety tannins – as approachable in youth as in maturity. We farm Cabernet grapes in eight of Napa’s 16 sub-appellation...

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May 14th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
LUJON Cabernet Sauvignon
Walla Walla Valley 2016

Broad-shouldered yet agile, with expressive blackberry and cherry flavors accented by bay leaf and espresso notes, building richness toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2027. 602 cases made. — TF $25 (Arrives 5/24/19)

2018 Alban Central Coast Viognier

Alban’s Central Coast and it’s a serious winner in 2018. Possessing an elegant, medium to full-bodied, ultrapure profile as well as classic notes of caramelized citrus, white f...

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May 10th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
ALBERT BICHOT Chablis 2016

This is lush, featuring ample flavors of white peach and lemon verbena, with a hint of stone. Balanced, leaving a piquant citrus note on the finish. Drink now through 2023. 12,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported. –BS $26 Our Price $19.99

Wine Spectator 93
BODEGAS ARTEVINO Rioja Orben 2014

This red shows depth and density, with black cherry and blackberry flavors supported by firm, well-integrated tannins and juicy acidity. Notes of smoke, licorice and...

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May 7th 201 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
HONIG Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2018

Succulent peach, nectarine and dried mango flavors are intense and vibrant, showcasing plenty of style, with a note of honeysuckle lingering effortlessly. Drink now. 49,820 cases made.—MaryAnn Worobiec. $19 Our Price $16.99 (Arrives this afternoon)

Vinous 94 pts
McPrice Myers 2016 Beautiful Earth

Opaque ruby. Intensely perfumed, spice-tinged red and blue fruit, cola, incense and potpourri qualities on the nose. Lush, velvety and expansive in...

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May 3rd 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
PURPLE HANDS Pinot Noir Willamette Valley
Lone Oak Ranch 2017

Well-built and lively, featuring cherry and blueberry flavors, laced with black tea and smoky spice notes that build tension toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2027.—T.F $30 Our Price $25.95

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April 30th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
HARTFORD FAMILY Zinfandel
Russian River Valley Old Vine 2017

Offers a lively beam of crisp acidity, paired with complex and precise blueberry, raspberry, white pepper and licorice flavors that build richness toward a long finish. Drink now through 2026. 1,316 cases made. –TF $40 Our Price $34.99 (Arrives 5/1/19)

Wine Spectator 91
KENDALL-JACKSON Pinot Noir California
Vintner's Reserve 2014

Deftly balanced, this is slow to build nuance and complexity, unfolding to reveal tiers of...

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April 26th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
FITZ-RITTER Riesling Pfalz Dürkheim 2017

This fruity Riesling is textured, with crunchy acidity and savory mineral details underscoring notes of yellow apple, lemon oil and coriander. Very open, with nice concentration, but shows good balance and complexity. Drink now through 2025. 250 cases made, 28 cases imported. –AZ $17 Our Price $13.99 (Arrives this afternoon)

Wine Spectator 95
SAN FILIPPO Brunello di Montalcino Le Lucére 2013

As much savory as fruity, this offers a fine ba...

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April 23rd 2019 Newsletter

2018 La Galope Cotes de Gascogne Rose

A pale pink and wonderfully fresh Rosé with succulent red berry flavors, a lively, fruity palate and lingering finish. Pair with tapas, mixes salads and a really big glass. $12 Our Price $9.75

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April 19th 2019 Newsletter

One of our most popular 2017 Rose was added to the close out list, so we purchased more!


2017 LE PROVENÇAL
CÔTES DE PROVENCE ROSÉ

Winemaker Notes: Inviting bouquet of red currants, strawberries and melon. At once delicate yet flavorful on the palate with a long, refreshing finish. Ideal wine with lighter summer fare such as salads, pasta, grilled meats; exceptional with fish on the grill. $14 Our Price $5.95

2016 J. Lohr Hilltop Paso Robles Cabernet

Winemaker Notes: 2016 Hilltop Cabernet shows da...

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April 16th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 88 Points
Cherry Tart 2014 Chardonnay

Big and flavorful, this full-bodied wine boasts butter, toast and smoke nuances layered over ripe pear and marzipan flavors. Fermented in stainless steel but aged in French oak, it has a rich texture and overt sweetness without going to extremes. $16 Our Price $6.45 (Limited to stock on hand)

James Suckling 93 Points
Laird Napa Valley Jillian's Blend 2014

Aromas of blackberries and light green coffee beans. Medium to full body, chewy tannins a...

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April 12th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
LE P'TIT PAYSAN Le P'tit Pape Central Coast 2016

A lanky red, laced with an appealing gamy quality and offering sleek and lean cherry, smoky anise and spice flavors. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Counoise. Drink now through 2023. 1,800 cases made. –TF $22 Our Price $17.99

All American CV Chocolate Wine

A delicious blend of velvety chocolate and cream. CV Chocolate has an inviting nose, a creamy mouthfeel with a delightful and balanced finished. CV Chocolate offer consumers a un...

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April 9th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
LEWIS Chardonnay Napa Valley 2017

Powerful and refined, with lilting flavors of ripe pear, apple pastry and butterscotch supported by fresh acidity. The long finish is succulent, with marzipan hints. Drink now through 2023. 1,200 cases made. –KM $55 Our Price $49.99 (Arrives this afternoon)

Wine Spectator 93
VILMART Brut Rose Champagne Cuvée Rubis NV

Smoke and graphite notes underscore the ripe strawberry and cherry fruit in this lacy, finely meshed rosé Champagne, accented by g...

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April 5th 2019 Newsletter

Decanter Magazine 93 Points
Domaine Besson Givry Rouge ‘Le Haut Colombier’ 2016

Impressive, sappy and alluringly perfumed with plenty of summer pudding fruit, notes of rose petal and violet and subtle vanilla oak. The tannins are very fine here, complemented by chalky minerality. Textured, youthful and long on the palate, this would reward cellaring. $30 Our Price $26.49 (Arrives 4/9/19)

Wine Spectator 92
PETRA Toscana Zingari 2015

WS review: The bright, ripe cherry and plum fruit flavors offset...

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April 2nd 2019 Newsletter

2016 Taken Proprietary Napa Red

Winemaker Notes: Dark garnet red with a purple hue. The nose of this opulent blend is incredibly flashy with abundant aromas of red currant, raspberry, blackberry cobbler, spice and a hint of underbrush. The French oak is subtle, yet present. This powerful wine boasts copious amounts of juicy, ripe red fruit characteristics and is extraordinarily soft and supple. In addition, hints of lingering milk chocolate and cherry truffle notes dance on the back palate. $40...

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March 29th, 2019 Newsletter

2016 Conundrum Red

Winemaker Notes: Sourced from premier California winegrowing regions, Conundrum Red features dark red varietals including Zinfandel and Petite Sirah. With a deep, inky hue almost as dark as blackberries, this wine opens on the nose with scents of chocolatey coffee, sweet oak, fresh plums, floral blossoms and the earthiness of a forest floor. The palate starts off soft, then turns grippy – it peaks with a combination of fruit and textural tannins, before being dominated by the...

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March 26th, 2019 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 91
2016 Hartford Court Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley

Medium ruby-purple colored, the 2016 Hartford Court Pinot Noir Russian River Valley reveals lovely crushed black cherries, mulberries and black raspberries notions with hints of candied violets, black soil and iron ore plus a waft of bay leaves. Medium to full-bodied, it fills the palate with black fruit and earthy accents supported by a firm frame of finely grained tannins and finishes with a refreshing lift. 7,500 cases produ...

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March 22nd, 2019 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 91 Points
L’Ecole No. 41 Old Vine Chenin Blanc

Old-vine Chenin Blanc is becoming increasingly rare in the state as vines are pulled out to replant more profitable varieties. What a shame. The aromas here offer notes of freshly sliced pear, cantaloupe, banana, melon rind and papaya. The bone-dry palate brings an abundant tropical-fruit flavor and a strong sense of acidity. It lingers on the finish. $15 Our Price $13.95

Wine Spectator 91
MERCER Cabernet Sauvignon
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March 19th, 2019 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 92
2016 Chalk Hill Sauvignon Blanc Estate

The 2016 Sauvignon Blanc Estate delivers intense passion fruit, white peach and grapefruit notes with touches of musk perfume, wet slate and bay leaves. Medium-bodied, the palate offers bags of stone fruit and citrus flavors, with a racy backbone and long mineral-tinged finish. 7,500 cases produced. $33 Our Price $19.45

James Suckling 90
Château Brondelle Graves 2015

Surprisingly firm and linear with a focused berry and cherry character, as...

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March 15th, 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
FAUST Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2016

Lush and inviting, with cassis, creamed plum and boysenberry puree flavors gliding through on a very polished structure, while anise, mocha and tobacco accents check in on the finish. A seductive style. Drink now through 2028.—J.M. $60 Our Price $44.95

2017 Belle Glos Clark and Telephone Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Bright ruby red with fresh, vibrant aromas of wild blackberry, raspberry jam and cedar box accented by rich floral notes. Th...

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March 12th, 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90 Points
Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio
Vigneti delle Dolomiti 2017

This balanced, light-bodied white offers a lively mix of peach, passion fruit, floral and pink grapefruit zest notes, with tangy acidity and a floral finish. Drink now through 2021. From Italy. 25,800 cases made —Alison Napjus $16 Our Price $13.25 (Arrives 3/13/19)

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March 8th, 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
CAROL SHELTON Zinfandel Lodi Pizazz Zin Piazza Ranch Old Vine 2017

Plump yet vibrant, with expressive cherry, savory tarragon and smoked pepper flavors that take on polish and structure toward refined tannins. 271 cases made. Drink now through 2026.—T.F. $22 Our Price $19.49

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Wine Spectator 93
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March 5th, 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
BUCKLIN Ancient Field Blend Old Hill Ranch Sonoma Valley 2015

Deeply structured and powerfully built, yet agile, with expressive blueberry and blackberry flavors accented by tar, cracked pepper and dark Asian spice notes that build richness toward polished tannins. Zinfandel, Grenache, Alicante Bouschet, Petite Sirah and Mourvèdre. Drink now through 2025.—T.F. 430 cases made $34 Our Price $29.99

Wine Advocate 91
2016 Hartford Court Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley

Medium ruby-pur...

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March 1st, 2019 Newsletter


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2016 Estancia Reserve Meritage Red

Winemaker Notes: The 2016 Meritage expresses the true terroir of Paso Robles. A firm, tannic backbone from Petit Verdot, sweet cherry and chocolate aromas along with structure from Cabernet Sauvignon, and a rich round texture from Merlot all come together to create a classic blend. Blend: 47% Merlot, 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot. $32 Our Price $15.95

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February 26th, 2019 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points
2016 Ancient Peaks Paso Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is a terrific value and is 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Petit Verdot, and the rest Petite Sirah. It has a Bordeaux-ish bouquet of new saddle leather, cedarwood, tobacco leaf, and smoky black fruits as well as medium body, plenty of fruit, sweet tannins, and a good finish. It’s not going to make old bones, but it has serious character, and I’d happily drink bottles over the coming 4-6 years. $20 Our Price...

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February 22nd, 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
BUCKLIN Zinfandel Sonoma Valley Bambino Field Blend
 Old Hill Ranch 2015

This distinctive and plump yet focused and refined version shows personality, with flavors of blackberry, fruitcake spices, black licorice and smoky pepper. 700 cases. Drink now through 2025.—T.F $24 Our Price $21.99

Wine Spectator 94
ALZINGER Grüner Veltliner Smaragd Wachau Ried Mühlpoint 2017

A rich, smoky Grüner, luscious and creamy up front, but with underlying acidity that pierces its way through, reve...

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February 19th, 2019 Newsletter

2017 Wm. Harrison Los Carneros Chardonnay Arrives 2/22/19

Wine Advocate 95
2016 Shafer Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon One Point Five Stags Leap

Made of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon One Point Five Stags Leap is very deep purple-black in color and gives up intense Black Forest cake, black berry pie and blackcurrant cordial scents with hints of licorice, eucalyptus, espresso, tar and chargrilled beef. Full-bodied, it packs the black fruit preserves flavors and earthy accents i...

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February 15th, 2019 Newsletter

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2014 Franciscan Equilibrium Red

Winemaker Notes: Our Equilibrium red blend is a rich, fruit forward, unique wine that's so easy to enjoy. Equilibrium means to come together in a state of harmonious balance. We brought together the juicy, ripe fruit flavors of Zinfandel, added some dark, peppery Petite Sirah, and complemented it with rich, soft, mouth-filling Malbec and Syrah. The combination is irres...

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February 12th, 2019 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 92
MCPRICE MYERS High On The Hog
Central Coast 2016

Lively and generous, with zesty black raspberry, savory dried sage and peppercorn flavors that build richness toward refined tannins. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Graciano. Drink now through 2026. 1,902 cases made.—Tim Fish. $20 Our Price $17.99 (Arrives 2/13/19)

J Vineyards Cuvee 20 Brut

Winemaker Notes: This J non-vintage Brut gracefully opens up with crisp lem...

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February 8th, 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
CASTELLO ROMITORIO Toscana Il Toro 2015

A polished, sophisticated version, boasting violet, black currant, blackberry, graphite and toasty oak aromas and flavors. Impeccably balanced and approachable now, yet should develop for a decade or more. Petit Verdot and Syrah. Best from 2021 through 2035. 2,500 cases made. –BS $25 Our Price $19.99 (Delicious)

Wine Spectator 95
TENSLEY Syrah Santa Barbara County Colson Canyon Vineyard 2017

Deeply structured yet rich and polished, with sm...

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February 5th, 2019 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
2015 Bootleg Prequel Proprietary Red Blend

One of the newer estates under the Jackson Family umbrella, Bootleg is managed by Kristy Melton, who’s turned out a brilliant Syrah blend in 2015. Made from 85% Syrah and 15% Petite Sirah, its deep purple color is followed by a peppery, meaty, dark fruited beauty that has full-bodied richness, complex notes of olives and spice, sweet tannin, and a great finish. It’s a pleasure-bent 2015 that should keep for a decade. $40 Our Price...

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February 1st, 2019 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 93
TENSLEY Syrah Santa Barbara County 2017

Vibrant and layered, with expressive raspberry and blueberry flavors accented by garrigue notes, hints of mineral and smoked cracked pepper accents that take on richness toward polished tannins. Drink now through 2025.—T.F $28

Wine Advocate 93
2016 Bosquet des P...

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January 29th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 93
2016 Joseph Phelps Napa
Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon is made up of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec and 2% Cabernet Franc aged for 18 months in 48% new French and American oak and bottled in May/June of 2018. Deep garnet-purple colored, it sings of crushed blackcurrants, blackberry pie and blueberry compote with suggestions of cigar box, menthol, rose hip tea and baking spices. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with vibran...

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January 25th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
PAOLO SCAVINO Vino da Tavola-Piedmont Red NV

Black currant, violet and rosemary settle nicely into the succulent texture of this red. Firm and elegant, yet shows intensity and fine length. Nebbiolo, Merlot, Barbera and Dolcetto. Drink now through 2024. 500 cases imported.—B.S. $15 Our Price $10.95

James Suckling 94 Points
Domaine Drouhin Pinot Noir
Eola-Amity Hills Roserock 2015

Another amazing pinot noir that shows such purity of the fruit. Blueberries, raspberries, lemons, ora...

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January 22nd 2019 Newsletter

2014 Cru Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: The unique nose of cherry-cola, cedar and forest floor makes a great first impression. On the palate, this wine shows complexity and depth with flavors of blueberry, pomegranate, cranberry, and infused tea that is nicely balanced with hints of toasted oak. 100% Pinot Noir. $24 Liquidation Price $14.45 (Limited to stock on hand)

Wine Spectator 93
CAROL SHELTON Coquille Blanc
Paso Robles 2017

Fresh and spicy pear, lime and green apple flavo...

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January 18th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
ALZINGER Grüner Veltliner Smaragd Wachau Ried Mühlpoint 2017

White A rich, smoky Grüner, luscious and creamy up front, but with underlying acidity that pierces its way through, revealing persimmon, vanilla and cardamom notes. Features a really lovely texture, almost velvety, coating the palate, but still remains fresh. Complex and long. 212 cases imported. Best from 2020 through 2030.—A.Z $42 Our Price $38.99

Wine Spectator 95
POGGIO BONELLI Chianti Classico 2015

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January 15th 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90

ROTH Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2016

Rich, featuring an enveloping spiciness to the dried cherry, berry and forest floor flavors. The creamy finish offers light smoky and peppery accents. Drink now through 2022. 4,000 cases made.—K.M. $28 Our Price $18.45 (Arrives this afternoon)

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Wine Spectator 92
SPREITZER Riesling Qualitätswein Trocken Rheingau Hendelberg 2014

This has a honeyed aroma, showing rich and intensely...

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January 11th 2019 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points
BOOKWALTER Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley Protagonist Conner-Lee Vineyard 2015

The 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Protagonist Conner Lee Vineyard is similar to the Conflict, yet offers slightly more earth, lavender, and tobacco, with terrific black and blue fruits. Full-bodied, elegant and silky, with fine, polished tannin, it's another impeccably made red that's going to keep for 10-12+ years. This cuvée is 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Syrah, 2% Cabernet Franc and the balance M...

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January 8th 2019 Newsletter

2017 Line 39 CA Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Our Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits rich fruit flavors of currant, blackberry and ripe plum with hints of black tea on the palate. The wine finishes with subtle, smooth tannins that don’t overpower this easy-to-drink Cab. $12 Liquidation Price $5.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Wine Spectator 91
NEYERS Zinfandel California Vista Luna 2017

Refined and well-structured, yet showing a briary streak, with appealing black cherry, sweet anise and white peppe...

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January 3rd 2019 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
SARAH’S VINEYARD Pinot Noir
Santa Clara Valley 2016

This red offers a deft mix of dried red cherry, berry and crushed red plum flavors supported by medium-grained tannins and fresh acidity. Turns plush midpalate, followed by a finish filled with suave minerality. Drink now through 2023.—K.M. $30 Our Price $18.95 (Arrives 1/4/19)


Wine Spectator 90
2013 Chateau Ste Michelle
Indian Wells Merlot

Focused, with firm tannins on a pliable frame, supporting dark berry, licorice and choc...

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December 27th 2018 Newsletter

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James Suckling 92 Points
2015 Taken Proprietary Red

Dark plums, blackberries, licorice, chocolate, ripe stems, orange rind, hot stones, dust and coffee beans. Full-bodied with grippy tannins, some nice sweet-and-sour character, a f...

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December 21st 2018 Newsletter

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Antonio Galloni, Vinous 92 Points
2014 Stewart Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Stewart's 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon is a gorgeous wine that will appeal most to readers who enjoy unctuous, full-throttle Cabernets. Racy, powerful and intense with loads of dark cherry, mocha...

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December 18th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
SEVEN FALLS Chardonnay Wahluke Slope 2014

Broad and supple, expressing a range of spice and citrus flavors, centering on pear and fig notes. Finishes with polish. Drink now through 2019. 27,000 cases made. –HS $20 Our Price $5.95



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December 14th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
BODEGAS ALTO MONCAYO Garnacha
Campo de Borja Veraton 2015

Round and juicy, this lively red shows ripe flavors of kirsch and mulled plum, with chocolate and licorice accents. Heady but not heavy, with bright acidity and spicy and floral notes on the finish. Drink now through 2022. 6,000 cases made. –TM $30 Our Price $23.95 (Back in stock)


Wine Spectator 93
CHÂTEAU BRANAIRE-DUCRU St.-Julien 2014, Half Bottles

Very pure and expressive, featuring lovely violet and cassis aromas and...

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December 11th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
SEGHESIO Zinfandel
Sonoma County Sonoma 2016

Plump and loaded with rich, jammy fruit, this Zinfandel is a pleasure to drink. Bold accents of wild berry, spicy cinnamon and licorice glide dynamically toward plush tannins. Drink now through 2025.—T.F $26 Internet Price $19.99 (Grape Tray email subscriber price $17.95)

Wine Spectator 96
WARRE Vintage Port 2011

Offers seamless flavors of kirsch, chocolate, dark plum and allspice, fresh and elegant, with a towering structure and inte...

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December 7th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
2014 Altamura Napa Cabernet

Ultrarich and extracted, offering a powerful array of blackberry, licorice, gravelly earth, cedar and tobacco leaf notes. Never eases up on torque and authoritative presence. Best from 2021 through 2035. 3,500 cases made. –JL $115 (Back in stock)

Wine Spectator 95
ROEDERER ESTATE Brut
Anderson Valley L’Ermitage 2012

Extravagant, yet balanced and refined, with lush, crisp brioche, fresh ginger and spice, roasted hazelnut and Asian pear flavors that fan...

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December 4th 2018 Newsletter

2014 Ravenswood Belloni Vineyard
 Zinfandel Russian River Valley $40 Our Price $12.95

Tasting Panel 93 Points: This single vineyard designate combines 25% of other "mixed black" varieties to create a wine that implodes with fruit. On the nose, black cherry, mocha and violets are intense and heady. The floral tones subdue on the palate, dried lilacs, violets and mountain brush meld with blackberry and spiced cedar. The acid keeps it lively through the long finish.

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November 30th 2018 Newsletter

2013 Lamadrid Single Vineyard Bonarda

Winemaker Notes: Bright red color with blue hints. In the mouth, it is unctuous, full of red-fruit jam which can also be perceived in the nose. $20 Our Price $16.25

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Wine Spectator 94
SAN FELICE Chianti Classico 2016

Expressive and smooth, this red hits all the right notes, with pure black cherry, black currant and violet flavors. Touches of earth, iron and tobacco add complexity. Best from 2020 through 2036.—B.S $17 Our Price $14.99

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November 27th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
PENLEY Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Phoenix 2016

Dense, with sink-your-teeth-into-them tannins and concentration to the plum, cassis and blackberry flavors. Sage and rosemary accents linger in the background. Strikes the right balance between power and elegance, with grace notes of eucalyptus, black tea and tobacco lingering on the velvety finish. Drink now through 2030. 4,300 cases imported. –MW $20 Our Price $16.95 (Back in stock)

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November 16th 2018 Newsletter

James Suckling 94 Points
Dönnhoff Riesling Nahe Oberhäuser
Leistenberg Kabinett 2017

Maybe this isn't the most concentrated riesling on planet wine, but the balance is so perfect that you don't think about sweetness or acidity. Yet, that's exactly what this wine is all about – an exact balance of the two. From organically grown grapes. Fair'n Green certification. Drink or hold. Screw cap. $30 Our Price $24.95 (Arrives this afternoon)

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November 13th 2018 Newsletter

Connoisseurs Guide 92 Points
J Vineyards Russian River Brut Rose

Finding a place at the lighter end of the Rosé spectrum and, in fact, a wine that could easily pass for a Blanc de Noirs, this lightly yeasty version fixes on energetic, slightly juicy, young fruit as its main motif. It is briskly balanced, but its ample acidity enlivens without ever once seeming sharp, and it is wholly free of the astringency that marks its more vinous mates. $45 Our Price $34.95 (Back in stock 11/15/18)

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November 9th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93

KOSTA BROWNE Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast Gap's Crown Vineyard 2016

Everything is moving in the right direction, from the snappy wild berry and plum flavors to the crushed rock and savory underbrush notes. Ends with fine-grained tannins that bode well for the future. Drink now through 2024. 3,400 cases made. –JL $95 Actual Retail $140

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Wine Spectator 92
BODEGAS JUAN GIL Jumilla Blue Label 2015

This red has density and polish...

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November 6th 2018 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 91
BÖEN Pinot Noir Russian River Valley 2016

This supple, graceful style pushes ripe blueberry and blackberry flavors to the front, with hints of nutmeg, cinnamon and black tea, making for an engagingly complex effort. Drink now through 2026. 7,675 cases made.—James Laube $30 Our Price $24.99

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2018 Bouchard Aine & Fils Beaujolais Nouveau

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November 2nd 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
MARGERUM M5 Santa Barbara County 2016

Sleek and precise, with raspberry and garrigue aromas and refined cherry, licorice and savory pepper flavors. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, Counoise and Cinsault. Drink now through 2026. 3,085 cases made. –TF $28 Our Price $20.99

Wine Spectator 94
CLOS ST.-JEAN Châteauneuf-du-Pape White 2015

Distinctive, with a bright yellow apple note leading the way, backed by lots of verbena, chamomile and honeysuckle notes before a creamy melon edge drapes...

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October 26th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90

FIRESTONE Cabernet Sauvignon
Santa Ynez Valley 2016

Rich and broad-shouldered, with ample minerality to the dried cherry and spiced cherry flavors. Lithe midpalate, with a savory push that extends into the firmly tannic finish. Drink now through 2022. 2,446 cases made. –KM $22 Our Price $15.95 (Great Value!)

Jeb Dunnuck 90 Points
2017 Le Paradou Provence Rose

Light pink in color, the 2017 Côtes de Provence Rosé from Le Paradou is a juicy, yet textured, lively rosé that does ever...

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October 23rd 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
BOLLINGER Brut Champagne Spécial Cuvée NV

Lovely aromas and flavors of ripe black cherry and currant fruit, graphite, toast and candied Meyer lemon zest are set in this racy Champagne, with a refined, finely detailed mousse. The mouthwatering finish is long and spicy. Drink now through 2022. 11,500 cases imported. –AN Issue Nov 30, 2017. $79 Our Price $54.95

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2014 Cru Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: The unique nose of cherry-cola, ceda...

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October 19th 2018 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 96

MOËT & CHANDON Brut Champagne Dom Pérignon 2009 -There's a subtle power to this graceful Champagne, which boasts a firm, crystalline frame of acidity married to the fine, satinlike mousse and notes of white raspberry, brioche and Earl Grey tea. Seamless through to the long finish of smoke and spice accents, this opens beautifully in the glass. Drink now through 2029. –AN Our Price $334.95

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October 16th 2018 Newsletter

Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points
2015 Hungry Blonde Chardonnay

There’s 2,000 cases of the 2015 Chardonnay Hungry Blonde and it’s one seriously good Chardonnay. Aged sur lie in 20% new French oak this classic beauty gives up lots of orchard fruits, some buttered citrus and peach, medium to full-bodied richness, and terrific balance. It’s the real deal and will keep for 5+ years. At 30 bucks it’s a killer value. $30 Our Price $TBD (Arrives 10/17/18)

2016 Three Sticks Gap's Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir

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October 12th 2018 Newsletter

2016 The Prisoner Proprietary Red, Magnum

Winemaker Notes: The Prisoner was inspired by the “mixed blacks” first made by the Italian immigrants who originally settled in Napa Valley. The Prisoner is now the most recognized Napa Valley red blend, leading the resurgence of interesting blends by incorporating Zinfandel with the unlikely mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Syrah, and Charbono. The 2016 vintage features enticing aromas of Bing cherry, dark chocolate, clove, and roasted fig. Pers...

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October 9th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 93+
2014 WindRacer Russian River
Chardonnay, Half Bottles

The 2014 Chardonnay Russian River Valley has lemongrass, orange blossoms and cedar notes over a core of white peaches, grapefruit and green mango. Medium to full-bodied with a gorgeously creamy textured and mouth-filling stone fruit and citrus layers, it has a racy backbone and a very long finish, with some toasty notes coming through. $20/375ml. Our Price $13.95/375ml

Wine Spectator 95
ALTESINO Brunello di Montalcino 2013

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October 5th 2018 Newsletter

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Varichon and Clerc Blanc de Blancs Privilège

Winemaker Notes: This pale and brillant gold wine has white fruit aromas with numerous fine bubbles.The palate is elegant, longlasting and well balanced between freshness and fruit. Lively mineral attack giving way to aromas of white flowers and exotic fruit. $13 Our Price $10.49

2017 Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Rose

Winemaker Notes: This is a dry elegant style rosé with a beautiful light pale pi...

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October 2nd 2018 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 93 Points

Lafond 2015 Santa Rita Hills Pinot Noir

This is one of the more elegant and satisfyingly dark expressions of Pinot Noir in its price range, starting with aromas of sugarplum, hibiscus, dark berries, crushed slate and moist earth. The palate combines rose petals, baked boysenberry and dark cocoa with a strong streak of earthy minerality, all upheld by chalky tannins. $27 Our Price $21.99


Wine Spectator 92
SPREITZER Riesling Qualitätswein Trocken Rheingau Hendelberg 2014...

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September 28th 2018 Newsletter

2016 A to Z Pinot Gris

Winemaker Notes: The 2016 A to Z Oregon Pinot Gris offers beautiful floral aromas reminiscent of jasmine, elderflower and white roses along with complex fruit notes of nectarine, melon, pear, yellow plums and yellow apples, lemon, lime, even grapefruit zest and a touch of guava, clover honey and handmade marshmallows. The wine is lush and layered on the palate structured with moderate acidity and alcohol. The finish is layered and fresh, with a lingering pear and spice not...

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September 25th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 92
2016 Roar Chardonnay Soberanes Vineyard

The 2016 Chardonnay Soberanes Vineyard delivers invigorating grapefruit, pineapple and nectarine scents with suggestions of clotted cream, chalk dust and fresh ginger. Medium to full-bodied, the palate offers a great intensity of citrus and tropical layers with a lively backbone and mineral-laced finish. $45 (Arrives 9/26/18)

Wine Spectator 93
HENRIOT Brut Rosé Champagne NV

A beautiful range of aromatic spices accents the white raspberry, p...

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September 21st 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
CLOS ST.-JEAN Châteauneuf-du-Pape White 2015

Distinctive, with a bright yellow apple note leading the way, backed by lots of verbena, chamomile and honeysuckle notes before a creamy melon edge drapes the finish. Shows lovely range. Drink now through 2018. 100 cases imported. –JM $50 Our Price $46.99

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 91-94
2016 Shafer TD-9 Red

The 2016 TD-9 exudes raciness and total class, along with a bit better balance than the 2015 tasted along side it. In 2016, winemak...

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September 18th 2018 Newsletter

2017 Frank Family Carneros Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Opens with aromas of cinnamon stick, cardamom, and fresh raspberries. The palate offers a soft, balanced structure framed by elegant tannins with flavors of cherry pie, violets, and baking spices followed by a long, decadent finish. $37 Our Price $31.99

Wine Spectator 93
LEWIS Chardonnay Napa Valley Reserve 2016

Rich and full-bodied, deeply concentrated and loaded with ripe fig, apricot, melon and toasty oak notes that impart a buttery textur...

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September 14th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
KEEVER Inspirado Napa Valley 2013

Evenhanded, supple, rich and layered, with tiers of dark berry, light mocha, gravel and licorice. This glides along, showing textural polish and nuanced flavors. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec. Drink now through 2030. 842 cases made. –JL $75

Wine Spectator 92
ALBAN Viognier Central Coast 2016

Distinctly seamless, this starts out plump, with fleshy notes of apricot and peach and a hint of marmalade for added richness. Spice, honey and flor...

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September 11th 2018 Newsletter

2015 VML Russian River Pinot

Winemaker Notes: This wine is bursting with aromas of lavender, sandalwood, dried cranberry and cocoa. The palate starts with ripe blackberry, plum and black cherry. Vanilla and dark chocolate flavors lead into high notes of raspberry. The wine has focused acidity, balanced tannins and a smooth finish that will continue to soften over time. $32 Our Price $27.99 (Back in stock this afternoon) Delicious!

2016 Roar Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

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September 7th 2018 Newsletter

2016 Ancient Peaks Renegade

Winemaker Notes: The 2016 Renegade presents heady aromas of plum, cherry, violets, vanilla bean and savory leather with a suggestion of baking spice. Juicy flavors of red and black fruits co-mingle seamlessly across a rich, expansive palate, revealing hints of wildberry jam, sage and cedar. Lively yet integrated acidity lends elegance to this otherwise powerful wine, carrying notes of black pepper into a long, balanced finish. Blend: 32% Syrah, 25% Zinfandel, 20% Malb...

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September 4th 2018 Newsletter

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2015 Charles Smith Velvet Devil Merlot

Winemaker Notes: This little Devil is wrapped in a velvet robe. Full with density and bursting with flavor. Dark fruit, cherry, and blackberry. Brimming with cedar, pipe tobacco and earth. The truth is in the name: Velvet! Pair with roasted pork and grilled steaks. $12 Our Price $7.45


Wine Spectator 96
CASTELLO DI VOLPAIA Chianti Classico Riserva 2015

Though saturated with black currant and blackberry fruit and backed by opaque tannins, this red is...

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August 31st 2018 Newsletter

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2014 Estancia Reserve
 Meritage Red Paso Robles

Winemaker Notes: Deep crimson in color, with aromas mocha, ripe plum, and blackberry, with cocoa and a mélange of baking spices. Displays a rich, exquisite mouthfeel, velvety tannins, and ripe fruit balanced with notes of chocolate and French vanilla, Velvety tannins complement a lengthy, utterly elegant finish. 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 18% Petit Verdot, 5% Malbec...

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August 28th 2018 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 92
BOOKWALTER Protagonist
Conner-Lee Vineyard Columbia Valley 2014

Rich and polished, defined by a core of refined tannins, wrapped in textured flavors of black cherry, espresso and toasty spice that glide through the long finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. Drink now through 2021. 1,400 cases made. –TF $60 Our Price $29.95 (The winery is leaving the CA market in September and we have 10 cases arriving...

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August 24th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
PALI WINE CO. Pinot Noir Santa Barbara County Huntington 2016

Dark cherry and dried blueberry flavors are richly spiced in this juicy style. Notes of dried beef intensify on the finish, which features chocolate and mint accents. Drink now through 2020. 8,207 cases made. –KM $25 Our Price $20.49

2016 Joseph Carr Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: The bouquet is intensely aromatic and features notes of ripe peach and lemon. Flavors of toffee and almonds emerge on the palate, bol...

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August 21st 2018 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 90
2014 Mercer Wine Estates
Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon

The straight 2014 Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon is a beauty. Perfumed, exotic and layered, with notes of black raspberries, blood orange and spice, it's medium-bodied, supple, charming and delicious, with no hard edges. Drink it over the coming 3-5 years. The blend is 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot, 12% Syrah and a splash of Petit Verdot. $19 Our Price $10.95

James Suckling 93
2015 Spottswoode Lyndenhurst...

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August 17th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 95
2016 Fritz Haag Brauneberger Juffer
Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese

Entirely fermented in stainless steel, the 2016 Brauneberger Juffer Sonnenuhr Riesling Spätlese shows a lovely precise and reductive bouquet with refreshing mineral slate and bright fruit aromas. On the palate this is a lush and piquant, super crisp and salty Juffer Sonnenuhr with great expression but also finesse and elegance. It is sweeter and richer than the more stimulating Juffer Spätlese. The finish is long an...

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August 14th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
LANSON Brut Champagne Black Label NV

This creamy Champagne is bright and citrusy, offering an expressive and well-meshed mix of ripe blackberry, pastry dough and pickled ginger flavors. Racy finish. Disgorged October 2016. Drink now through 2021. 7,000 cases imported. –AN $45 Our Price $36.95

Wine Spectator 93
ROEDERER ESTATE Brut Anderson Valley NV

Seamless and silky, showing an almost effortless sense of complexity, with notes of lemon and pear paired with toasty brioche, fres...

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August 10th 2018 Newsletter

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Wine Advocate 97-99
2016 Domaine du Clos de Tart Clos de Tart Grand Cru

The 2016 Clos de Tart Grand Cru was assessed from a blend of all the component parts (except the young vines) that I previously ta...

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August 7th 2018 Newsletter


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2014 Estancia Reserve Meritage Red Paso Robles

Winemaker Notes: Deep crimson in color, with aromas mocha, ripe plum, and blackberry, with cocoa and a mélange of baking spices. Displays a rich, exquisite mouthfeel, velvety tannins, and ripe fruit balanced with notes of chocolate and French vanilla, Velvety tannins complement a lengthy, utterly elegant finish. 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 18% Petit Verdot, 5% Malbec. $35 Our Price $11.95

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August 2nd 2018 Newsletter

2016 Bouchard Aine & Fils Bourgogne Rouge

Winemaker Notes: This wine features an intense carmine red color tinged with deep purple highlights. The nose is gorgeous, redolent of flowers and red fruits. In the mouth it has a beautiful finesse, smooth, silky tannins and excellent length. $20 Our Price $16.99

Wine Spectator 92
SAINTAYME St.-Emilion 2015

The core of plum, cassis and blackberry paste flavors is still a bit compact, but there is juicy energy through the licorice- and toast-fueled finish...

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July 31st 2018 Newsletter

2016 Joseph Carr Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: The bouquet is intensely aromatic and features notes of ripe peach and lemon. Flavors of toffee and almonds emerge on the palate, bolstered by lively acidity, a creamy mouthfeel, and a long finish. $22 Our Price $13.95

2015 J. Lohr Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: The 2015 J. Lohr Hilltop is a great example of the J. Lohr house style of dense but soft Cabernet Sauvignon. Effusive blackberry and currant aromas are integrated with a b...

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July 27th 2018 Newsletter

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2017 Priest Ranch Napa Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: This wine displays melon, crisp grapefruit and hints of tropical passionfruit that are inviting on the nose and palate. There are also layers of lemon and vanilla that provide a lively mouthfeel on the finish. Perfect for any occasion, especially for a relaxed night in at home. $22 Internet Price $19.99. Grape Tray Email Subscriber Price $15.95 (Delicious!)

Wine Spectator 93

PURPLE HANDS Pinot Noir Oregon Lone Oak Ranch 2016

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July 24th 2018 Newsletter


Wine Spectator WINE OF THE WEEK 90 Points
Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio Vigneti delle Dolomiti 2017

This balanced, light-bodied white offers a lively mix of peach, passion fruit, floral and pink grapefruit zest notes, with tangy acidity and a floral finish. Drink now through 2021. From Italy. 25,800 cases made —Alison Napjus $16 Our Price $13.25 (Arrives 7/25/18)

Wine Spectator 92
LORING Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills 2016

Powerful, focused and well-spiced, with flavors of dark cherry, plum tart and dri...

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July 20th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
MAISON L'ENVOYÉ Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Straight Shooter 2016

Generous and lively, with supple raspberry and baking spice flavors that dance along the vibrant finish. Drink now through 2022. 4,000 cases made.—T.F. $20 Our Price $16.45

Wine Advocate 92
2016 Chalk Hill Sauvignon Blanc Estate

The 2016 Sauvignon Blanc Estate delivers intense passion fruit, white peach and grapefruit notes with touches of musk perfume, wet slate and bay leaves. Medium-bodied, the palate offers b...

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July 17th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
HENRI BOURGEOIS Sancerre Les Baronnes 2017

Lively, with bright lemon curd, gooseberry, thyme and lime pith notes. The bright finish has mouthwatering cut thanks to a light chalky echo. Drink now through 2021. 3,000 cases imported.—JM. $25 Our Price $22.99

Wine Spectator 93
BIG TABLE FARM Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2016

Effortlessly elegant and complex, with vibrant rose petal, savory smoke and raspberry accents that glide along a silky texture toward the long finish. Drink now...

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July 12th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 97
ANTINORI Toscana Tignanello 2015

Red Dense and intensely flavored, with violet, black currant, blackberry, graphite, wild herb and spice aromas and flavors, this is concentrated and solidly built, yet also harmonious, vibrant and pure. Approachable now, but should be better in a few years. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2021 through 2035. 5,000 cases imported. From Italy.—B.S. $135 Our Price $109.75

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July 10th 2018 Newsletter


Vinous 91 pts
Château de Trinquevedel 2017 Rosé (Tavel, Rhône)

Brilliant orange-pink. Pungent red currant, cherry and blood orange aromas, along with suggestions of lavender and chalky minerals. Chewy and focused on the palate, offering red berry and bitter cherry flavors that are supported by a spine of juicy acidity. Marries power to finesse with a smooth hand and finishes very long and sappy; a late floral nuance adds a grace note. $17 Our Price $14.99

Wine Spectator 92
SPREITZER Riesling Qua...

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July 6th 2018 Newsletter

2015 Chimney Rock Napa Sauvignon Blanc 

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of stone fruit, pear and lemon curd highlight the nose on this wine. Crisp and medium-bodied, this wine has great acidity and a nice roundness in the mid-palate. Fermented in a blend of stainless steel tanks and stainless steel barrels. 100% Sauvignon Blanc. $25 Our Price $20.99

Wine Advocate 95
2016 Paul Lato Pinot Noir Solomon Hills Vineyard Suerte

The 2016 Pinot Noir Solomon Hills Vineyard Suerte offers up a dramatic bouquet of plu...

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July 2nd 2018 Newsletter

Special Price $30.45
Wine Spectator 92
BERINGER Chardonnay Napa Valley Private Reserve 2015

Beautifully crafted, rich and layered, with tiers of smoky oak, buttery fig and tangerine, showing touches of fig and melon. Adds up to a delightfully lingering aftertaste. Drink now through 2020. 8,051 cases made. –JL $48 Special price limited to 48 bottles in stock. Please email stan@grapetray.com or call 559-226-6828

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Wine Advocate 94+
2015 Chalk Hill...

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June 29th 2018 Newsletter

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Wine Enthusiast 92 
ROEDERER ESTATE Brut Anderson Valley NV

Crisp peach and red-fruit flavors combine with vibrant acidity and energizing, fine bubbles to create a balanced and rich sparkling wine. A spicy, crisp fruit character lingers long on the finish. *Editors' Choice* —J.G.  $24 Our Price $23.45

Wine Spectator 92
BERINGER Cabernet Sauvignon Knights Valley 2015

Red Firm, rich and tightly focused on a core of vivid dark berry, light mocha and...

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June 26th 2018 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 93
PENLEY Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra Phoenix 2016

Dense, with sink-your-teeth-into-them tannins and concentration to the plum, cassis and blackberry flavors. Sage and rosemary accents linger in the background. Strikes the right balance between power and elegance, with grace notes of eucalyptus, black tea and tobacco lingering on the velvety finish. Drink now through 2030. 4,300 cases imported. –MW $20 Our Price $16.95

Wine Spectator 92
SAGET LA PERRIÈRE Vouvray Marie...

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June 22nd 2018 Newsletter

Double Gold WSWA and Gold Los Angeles International Wine Competition
2017 URBAN PROVENCE (AKA “UP”) CÔTES DE PROVENCE ROSÉ

Winemaker Notes: A bright and shiny pink rosé with hints of rose gold. Fresh and youthful aromas of wild strawberry, white blossoms and raspberry with hints of white pepper from the Syrah grape. Juicy and well-structured, this dry rosé offers tart cherry and floral notes with minerality and some spice on the finish. 45% Grenache Noir, 35% Cinsault, 15% Syrah and 5% Rolle. $2...

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June 19th 2018 Newsletter

2016 Secret Cellars Paso Robles
 Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Bright fruit aromas and a hint of sage. On the palate, ripe plum, black cherry and currant flavors mingle with dark chocolate. Tannins are rich yet supple leading to a lovely lingering finish. $15 Our Price $11.45 (Arrives 6/20/18)

Wine Spectator 91
WITHER HILLS Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2017

Honeysuckle, peach cobbler and Key lime pie notes are aromatic, lush and expressive, set on a crisp, sleek frame, with plenty of juicine...

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June 15th 2018 Newsletter

New releases from Pont Neuf arriving 6/22/18
2016 Pont Neuf Pont Royal Chardonnay
2015 Pont Neuf Le Bruant Russian River Pinot Noir

Wine Advocate 93
2013 Chateau Ste Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon Ethos Reserve

One of the standouts in the lineup is the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Ethos Reserve, which comes from a number of sites in the Columbia valley and incorporates 10% Merlot. Aged in 53% new French and American oak, this full-bodied, rich, unctuously textured and concentrated Cabernet is loaded wit...

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June 12th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
REICHSGRAF VON KESSELSTATT Riesling Spätlese Mosel Josephshöfer 2013

Juicy and rich, with a tangerine tang to the apple, ripe pear and dried apricot flavors. Offers hints of honey and plenty of savory notes that extend on the minerally finish. Drink now through 2038. 300 cases made. –KM $34 Our Price $25.99

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 97+
Taittinger 2006 Comtes de Champagne

The 2006 Comtes de Champagne is striking, especially in the way it brings together elements of ripeness and fr...

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June 8th 2018 Newsletter

  Wine Spectator 90 

M. CHAPOUTIER Côtes du Roussillon White Les Vignes de Bila-Haut 2016

A creamy, broad white, featuring fresh peach and melon notes woven together with lanolin and blanched almond details, backed by a solid acidity. Spice accents linger into the finish flanked by herb and mineral hints. Grenache Blanc, Roussanne, Macabeu and Marsanne. Drink now through 2020. 4,000 cases imported.—G.S. $15 Our Price $12.95 (Arrives this afternoon)

Wine Spectator 92
2016 RIDGE Zinfandel Paso Robles...

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June 5th 2018 Newsletter

2017 L’AVENTURE ESTATE ROSE

37% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 26% Mourvedre, 26%, 7% Petit Verdot 100% Estate grown fruit from L’Aventure Vineyard. $35


2013 Joullian Carmel Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Brilliant, very dark cherry-garnet color with a ruby rim. Perfumed, deep spicy black cherry, cassis, anise, white truffle and cedar nose. Rich cherry, black currant, and blackberry fruit is complexed by nuances of spicy anise, dark coffee and cocoa that finish with refreshing acidity an...

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June 1st 2018 Newsletter

2015 Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes : Rich vanilla aromas, framed by red fruit notes of plum, strawberry and cherry, fill the nose of this California Cabernet Sauvignon. Luscious Bing cherry, strawberry and raspberry flavors on the palate give way to hints of cigar box and toffee on the long, textured finish. $15 Our Price $11.75

Wine Spectator 95
ALTESINO Brunello di Montalcino 2013

An intense perfume of juniper, bay laurel, sage, rose and berries marks this silky red. The stru...

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May 30th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
QUINTA DO CRASTO Douro 2015

This focused, full bodied red is rich and fruity with raspberry tart and ripe cherry fruit detailed with licorice snap and mineral elements. Full, integrated tannins frame the tangy, floral-tinged finish. Better than previously reviewed. Drink now through 2023. 33,333 cases made. –GS $20 Our Price $13.95

2016 Ryder Estate Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Our Ryder Estate Chardonnay is bright, focused and elegant with aromas of vanilla, orange blossom and r...

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May 25th 2018 Newsletter

24 Hour Special Price $145
2014 Caymus Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine Spectator Notes: Pure and rich, well-centered on melted black licorice, spice, cedar and dark berry flavors. Deep and complex, if short on finesse and grace, ending with musclebound tannins. Drink now through 2028. 25,964 cases made. – JL (Oct 31, 2017)

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May 22nd 2018 Newsletter

2014 Bogle Phantom

Winemaker Notes: Phantom, Bogle’s mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to haunt wine lovers. Full of concentration and intensity, this wine will tease, tantalize and linger long after the last sip is gone. Wild berries, black pepper are framed by the influence of oak aging with baking spices and a hint of toasty vanilla. 42% Petite Sirah, 34% Zinfandel, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot. $20 Our Price $13.95

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May 18th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
ARGIANO Brunello di Montalcino 2013

An elegant style, offering ripe cherry, plum, leather, almond and subtle chocolate flavors. Harmonious and long, with an aftertaste evoking cherry, iron and tobacco. Fine balance. Best from 2021 through 2033. 9,166 cases made. –BS $60 Our Price $47.99

2017 CHÂTEAU DU ROUET "TERES" ROSÉ

Producer Notes: Settled in the heart of Frejus, Provence, Les Teres’ beautiful vineyards are surrounded by forest and protected from the northern winds by the r...

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May 15th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
2016 JEAN-CLAUDE BOISSET
Bourgogne Les Ursulines

A smoky version, offering black cherry, blackberry, earth and spice flavors to match the toasty oak. This is succulent and leaves spice and smoke notes on the finish. Drink now through 2021. 715 cases imported.—Bruce Sanderson $20 Our Price $15.99

2015 Iconoclast Russian River

Chardonnay $16.95 (A hand crafted wine made for the Four Seasons Hotel)

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 90 Points
2013 The Paring Red

The 2013 Red is bold and pungen...

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May 11th 2018 Newsletter

2016 McPrice Myers Right Hand Man Syrah

Winemaker Notes: Nose of lavender, blue fruit, blackberry and crème de cassis. Rich, round and layered. Berry cobbler, maple bacon and brown spice. Finishes with toasted oak and spice. Enjoy with your favorite food truck Korean BBQ tacos! $20 Our Price $ (Arrives 5/16/18)

Austerity Arroyo Seco Chardonnay 2016

Winemaker Notes: This creamy, layered Chardonnay features aromas of crème brulee, golden apples and toasted marshmallows. The palate reveals tropical...

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May 8th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley Indian Wells 2015

Lively and focused, with expressive black cherry and bacon fat aromas and sleek blackberry and spice flavors that take on tannins toward the finish. Drink now through 2021. 210,000 cases made. –TF $18 Our Price $15.95

Wine Advocate 91+
2015 Penley Estate Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon

Deep garnet-purple in color, 2015 Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon is redolent of crème de cassis, licorice and dark chocolate with...

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May 4th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 91-93 Points
2015 Fourcas Dupré Listrac-Medoc Bordeaux

The 2015 Fourcas-Dupré offers plenty of blackberry and boysenberry fruit on the nose, a touch of brine here, a subtle marine influence that lends it complexity and personality. The palate is medium-bodied with a juicy opening, a mélange of red and black fruit, taut and quite linear with plenty of freshness and tension on the finish. This is a well-crafted Listrac that punches well above my expectations. $24 Our Price $17.95

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May 1st 2018 Newsletter

2014 LOUIS MARTINI Cabernet Sauvignon Napa

The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley spends 18 months in a combination of 30% new and 70% used French and American barrels. It is another big boy at 15.4% natural alcohol. This wine, which was not yet in bottle, is fabulous, and there are 42,000 cases of it. One of the strongest efforts yet from the Martinis, this cuvée still sells at a modest $38.00 – a fair price for something this compelling. The wine has an opaque purple color, a beautiful nose o...

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April 26th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
DOW Tawny Port 10 Year Old NV

Solid, with hazelnut, fig, plum cake and dried cherry notes in lockstep from start to finish. A streak of hazelnut husk tilts to the drier side of the tawny spectrum, resulting in mouthwatering cut on the finish. Drink now. 3,200 cases imported.—J.M. $38 Our Price $28.95

Wine Spectator 89
OYSTER BAY Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2017

Tangy lime, grapefruit and dried apricot notes are juicy and intense, set on a mouthwatering, sleek finish. Drink now...

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April 24th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
SAINTAYME St.-Emilion 2015

The core of plum, cassis and blackberry paste flavors is still a bit compact, but there is juicy energy through the licorice- and toast-fueled finish and a lovely sense of polish overall. Long. Best from 2019 through 2027. 3,000 cases made. –JM Published Retail $20. Actual $25 Our Price $19.95

2015 Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon

Rich vanilla aromas, framed by red fruit notes of plum, strawberry, and cherry, fill the nose of this California Cabernet S...

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April 20th 2018 Newsletter

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Wine Advocate 88
2014 Ferraton Pere et Fils
Cotes du Rhone Samorens

Offering lots to love, the 2014 Côtes du Rhône Samorens has lots of pepper and dark berry fruit to go with a medium to full-bodied, rich, nicely textured and mouth-filling style on the palate. Drink it over the coming 3-4 years. $15 Our Price $5.99 (Arrives 4/24/18)

Wine Spectator 92
PIATTELLI Malbec Cafayate Valley
Grand Reserve 2013

Big, rich and pure-tasting, delivering generous flavors of blackberry, dark plu...

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April 17th 2018 Newsletter

Randy Smith-The Wine Write 92 Points
Bruce Patch 2014 Harris Kratka Zinfandel

This is a Zinfandel, Carignane, and Petite Sirah blend. Drank over 2 nights, no decant. Deep, rich black cherry aromas. Massive fruit on the palate, right from the get-go. Soft texture, nice finish. Delicious, decadent wine, and a terrific value. $35 Our Price $19.99 (Back in stock this afternoon)

2015 A. Rafanelli Dry Creek Zinfandel

Winemaker Notes: Bright cherry and wild berry framed by vanilla, spice and everything...

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April 13th 2018 Newsletter

James Suckling 91 Points
2015 Ca’ Rugate San Michele Soave Classico

A White with a phenolic texture that gives a light chewy sensation and lots of fruits. Medium to full body, tangy acidity and ripe fruit. Flavorful finish. $18 Our Price $5.99 (Limited to 24 bottles in stock)

Wine Advocate 92
2015 Chateau Pesquie Terasses Rouge Cotes du Ventoux

A smoking good 2015 that readers should snatch up is the 2015 Cotes du Ventoux Cuvee des Terrasses, which is 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah that’s aged in a c...

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April 10th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93

SEGHESIO Zinfandel Sonoma County
Sonoma 2016

Plump and loaded with rich, jammy fruit, this Zinfandel is a pleasure to drink. Bold accents of wild berry, spicy cinnamon and licorice glide dynamically toward plush tannins. Drink now through 2025.—T.F $26 Our Price $19.99

Another New 2017 Rose!
2017 LE PROVENÇAL CÔTES DE PROVENCE ROSÉ

Winemaker Notes: Inviting bouquet of red currants, strawberries and melon. At once delicate yet flavorful on the palate with a long, refreshing finis...

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April 6th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90

SANTA BARBARA WINERY Chardonnay
Santa Barbara County 2016

Offers rich white fruit and spice flavors, supported by bright acidity. Green apple, fig and ripe melon dominate on the palate, mixing with buttery accents and ending with hints of sage honey on the finish. Drink now through 2023. 11,500 cases made. –KM $18 Our Price $12.99

Wine Advocate 93
2013 Chateau Ste Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon Ethos Reserve

One of the standouts in the lineup is the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Ethos Re...

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April 4th 2018 Newsletter

2017 Chateau Ste. Michelle Dry Rose

Winemaker Notes: This is a dry elegant style rosé with a beautiful light pale pink color. The fresh and lively wine offers bright aromas of watermelon, raspberry, and lemon with flavors of wild strawberry, citrus zest, hints of melon. It is soft and flavorful on the palate with a long crisp finish. This versatile and flavorful wine would be enjoyable on its own or with food. Try it with light pasta and rice dishes, grilled fish, and a wide array of cheese. Ble...

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March 30th, 2018 Newsletter

2017 Alpes De Haute Lavendette Provence Rose

Winemaker Notes: Pale pink color with an elegant nose reminiscent of fresh berries. This wine is supple and fresh on the palate, with good level of acidity.

This rose is produced from traditional regional grapes, including Syrah, a red grape variety, which gives the wine its structure, its color and its aromas of red berries, with a scent of violets. The vineyards of this winery are planted mainly on very dry slopes of Jean Giono in Provence. Viticultu...

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March 27th, 2018 Newsletter

Fostoria Savannah Decanter

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Wine Spectator 94
CHÂTEAU DOISY-VÉDRINES Barsac 2015, Half Bottles

Richer in style than the typical Barsac, with notes of almond cream and orange curd along with honeysuckle, white peach and toasted pineapple flavors. The long, unctuous finish lets the almond hint linger longest. Best from 2020 through 2040. 3,000 cases made. –JM $21.95/375ml (Arrives 3/30/18)

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March 23rd, 2018 Newsletter

2017 Terra Nostra Rose Corsica

Winemaker Notes: Dress of a beautiful bright pink and tender. Slightly spicy nose (clove type) with hints of red berries (gooseberry). Mouth frank and lively, supple with grain and fruit. $14 Our Price $11.45

Wine Spectator 93

PATRICIA GREEN Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge Old Vine 2015

Expressive and beautifully built, with raspberry and rose petal aromas and plush, structured flavors of cherry, spiced cinnamon and dark tea that build power. Shows a slight bite of tannins...

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March 20th, 2018 Newsletter

Free Wood Wine Boxes-Part II

Randy Smith-The Wine Write 92 Points
Bruce Patch 2014 Harris Kratka Zinfandel

This is a Zinfandel, Carignane, and Petite Sirah blend. Drank over 2 nights, no decant. Deep, rich black cherry aromas. Massive fruit on the palate, right from the get-go. Soft texture, nice finish. Delicious, decadent wine, and a terrific value. $35 Our Price $19.99 (Rombauer Zinfandel fans will love this wine)

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 93 pts
Shafer Vineyards 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon One Poin...

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March 16th, 2018 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 93
SEGHESIO Zinfandel Sonoma County Sonoma 2016

Plump and loaded with rich, jammy fruit, this Zinfandel is a pleasure to drink. Bold accents of wild berry, spicy cinnamon and licorice glide dynamically toward plush tannins. Drink now through 2025.—T.F $26 Our Price $19.99 (Arrives 3/20/18)

Wine Spectator 92
ROMBAUER Chardonnay Carneros 2016 Magnum

Rich and creamy, with seductive vanilla-scented oak that adds texture and nuance...

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March 13th, 2018 Newsletter

2016 Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay, 3 Liter

Winemaker Notes: Enticing aromas of vanilla, melon and mango are layered with apricot, creme brulee, butter and a slight minerality. Those scents are echoed as flavors on the creamy, rich palate, along with peach, pie crust and baking spices. The long, smooth finish is marked by mouthwatering acidity. $165/3L (Arrives 3/14/18) Limited

Wine Spectator 90
CHÂTEAU BELGRAVE Haut-Médoc 2009

Shows the ripeness of the vintage, featuring sleek linzer torte and plu...

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March 9th, 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
PATRICIA GREEN Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge Old Vine 2015

Expressive and beautifully built, with raspberry and rose petal aromas and plush, structured flavors of cherry, spiced cinnamon and dark tea that build power. Shows a slight bite of tannins toward the finish. Drink now through 2023. 1,055 cases made. –TF $42 Our Price $31.99

Wine Spectator 93
SEGHESIO Zinfandel Rockpile Rockpile 2015

Plump and polished but intensely structured, with floral wild berry and orange peel aromas and...

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March 6th, 2018 Newsletter

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2014 Meridian Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of caramel and vanilla mingle pleasingly on the nose, with a hint of sweet oak. Tropical fruit flavors dominate on the palate - pineapple and green apple mingle seamlessly with hints of brown sugar and butterscotch. The influence of 100% malolactic fermentation lends a creamy, buttery component to the mouthfeel. $14 Our Price $4.25

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March 2nd, 2018 Newsletter

2014 Bon Anno Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: A deep ruby red, this seductive Cab shows classic Cabernet Sauvignon aromas of spice and sage followed by a mix of blueberries and blackberries with fresh raspberry notes. With a nice balance of acid and well integrated tannins, this wine is smooth, supple and sleek in the mouth: it is well balanced across the palate showcasing flavors of dark fruit, currants and hints of mineral and anise. $24 Our Price $21.99 (Outstanding Value!)

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February 27th, 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
REICHSGRAF VON KESSELSTATT Riesling Spätlese Mosel Josephshöfer 2013

Juicy and rich, with a tangerine tang to the apple, ripe pear and dried apricot flavors. Offers hints of honey and plenty of savory notes that extend on the minerally finish. Drink now through 2038. 300 cases made. –KM $34 Our Price $25.99 (Arrives 2/28/18)

2013 Jordan Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Intense aromas of cassis, black currants, blackberries and ripe cherries with a lovely flor...

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February 23rd, 2018 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 90
LE P'TIT PAYSAN Rosé Pierre's Pirouette Central Coast 2016

A charmer, with pretty watermelon aromas and lively strawberry and spice accents. Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cinsault. Drink now. 1,050 cases made.—T.F. $19 Liquidation Price $12.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

2015 Rombauer Zinfandel, Half Bottle

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February 20th, 2018 Newsletter

2015 Wente Riva Ranch Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Our Riva Ranch Single Vineyard Chardonnay is a beautifully rich, yet balanced California-style Chardonnay that represents what the Arroyo Seco appellation has to offer. In addition to classic Chardonnay flavors of apple and pear, Arroyo Seco fruit consistently provides aromas and flavors of tropical and stone fruits. 90% barrel fermented, this is a distinctly robust and full-bodied Chardonnay perfectly balanced with ample acidity and ripe fruit cha...

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February 16th, 2018 Newsletter

2015 Alto Moncayo Veraton Garnacha

Winemaker Notes: Made from vines between 30 and 50 years old, and aged in barrels for 16 months. It is a wine with an attractive collection of balsamic notes, of chocolate and black fruits, very warm on the palate and an extremely pleasant finish. $29 Our Price $23.95 (Arrives this afternoon)

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Wine Spectator 91
2016 NIK WEIS ST.-URBANS-HOF Riesling Qualitätswein Mosel From Old Vines

A pure, well-sculpte...

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February 14th, 2018 Newsletter

Presidents’ Day Holiday
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Wine Spectator 92
TWO HANDS Shiraz McLaren Vale Angels' Share 2016

Rich and fleshy, with ripe and round plum and cherry flavors, offering hints of cola, sage and green tea that linger on the finish. A fresh, juicy quality keeps everything in focus. Drink now through 2027. 16,000 cases made. –MW $29 Our Price $22.75

2013 Joullian Carmel Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Brilliant, very dark cherry-garnet color with a ruby rim. P...

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February 9th, 2018 Newsletter

2015 La Crema Monterey Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: On the nose, red plum, tea leaves, and coffee bean. On the palate, red cherry, orange zest and classic Monterey minerality. A lingering finish of sweet spice. Try pairing with Italian sausage with peppers and onions, mushroom risotto, or anything with gruyere. A simple grilled chicken or fish is sublime with this wine. $18 Liquidation Price $12.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Sommariva Prosecco Superiore di Conegliano-Valdobbiane Brut DOCG NV

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February 6th, 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
PATRICIA GREEN Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge Old Vine 2015, Half Bottles

Expressive and beautifully built, with raspberry and rose petal aromas and plush, structured flavors of cherry, spiced cinnamon and dark tea that build power. Shows a slight bite of tannins toward the finish. Drink now through 2023. 1,055 cases made. –TF $25/375ml. Our Price $21.29/375ml (Arrives 2/7/18)



2016 Duckhorn Napa Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: Alluring aromas of lychee, pineapple cake, and nectarine...

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February 2nd, 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
REGIS BOUVIER Marsannay Clos du Roy 2014

A taut, austere style, with a structure like a steel spring, waiting to release the cherry, currant and mineral flavors. Shows fine purity and elegance, presenting a long, juicy aftertaste. Best from 2019 through 2035. 264 cases imported.-B.S $33 Our Price $29.99

Wine Spectator 90-93
SAINTAYME St.-Emilion 2015

Delivers a blast of dark plum, fig and boysenberry fruit pushed from behind by ganache and licorice notes, with a long finish. Not...

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January 30th 2018 Newsletter

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2015 Lewis Cellars Alec's Blend Napa

Winemaker Notes: Our 2015 Alec's Blend is a lot like the Honda XR500 that Alec takes to the trails of Lefthand Canyon in Boulder, CO - big, powerful, and lots of fun. Bursting with sappy black cherry, chocolaty oak spice and Madagascar vanilla, it's a dense and delicious blend of 50% Syrah, 30% Merlot, 11% Cab...

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January 26th 2018 Newsletter

WOW! Door Buster Price!
2016 Chateau St. Jean Crisp Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Our crisp Chardonnay represents the true fruit characteristics of Chardonnay without the influence of oak. Notes of bright lemon, fresh pear and apple blossom lead to a palate with flavors of nectarines and citrus. Natural acidity shines through the refreshing finish creating a wine that is perfect for sipping or versatile when pairing with food. $13 Our Price $4.95

James Suckling 93
Ruffino Toscana Modus 2014

A juicy...

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January 23rd 2018 Newsletter

In Stock!
2017 L’Aventure Willow Creek District Rose

Wine Enthusiast 90
2014 Chateau Ste. Michelle Merlot Columbia Valley Indian Wells

The aromas bring notes of milk chocolate, spice and red fruit, along with high-toned vanilla accents. The fruit and barrel flavors are plush and full, while still showing a lovely sense of balance. $18 Our Price $8.45 (Back in stock)

Wine Spectator 91
KENDALL-JACKSON Pinot Noir Vintner's Reserve 2014

Deftly balanced, this is slow to build nuance and complexity, un...

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January 19th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 92
2013 Neyers Conn Valley Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Black color shows a depth of extraction in this earthy, burly wine. It reveals layers of leather, cedar and tobacco most, with a billowy tannin structure providing a foundation for additional elements of meaty black fruit and graphite. $60 Our Price $31.95 (Limited to 12 bottles on hand)

Wine Spectator 90
GRAHAM Tawny Port 10 Year Old NV

This has a zesty, sweet floral aroma, with well-spiced flavors of apple tart, flan and cocoa p...

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January 16th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92

FORGE Riesling Finger Lakes Classique 2015

Weighty for a Riesling, with a rounded feel and layers of creamed yellow apple, white peach and persimmon flavors. Delivers energy and cut throughout, with lemon pith, citrus oil and chamomile accents filling in. Shows length and range through the finish. Drink now through 2021. 1,800 cases made. –JM $19 Our Price $16.69


2016 Hahn Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of bright red cherry, strawberry with hints of ea...

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January 12th 2018 Newsletter

PinotFile 95 Points
2015 Morgan Double L Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Vineyard Certified Organic since 2002 making it the first vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands to achieve both organic and sustainable certifications. Clones 777, 667, 115, 114 and Pommard 4. Aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 50% new. • Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Very special nose that attracts with aromas of plum, blueberry, blackberry, cardamom spice and floral blossom. A high-collared wine...

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January 9th 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
ROTH Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 2015

Complex aromas of creamy oak, mocha, gravel and dark berry combine for a dense, rich and concentrated effort that's firmly tannic, with a seam of elegance. Drink now through 2030. 18,635 cases made.—James Laube $28 Our Price $22.25

Hot Buy! Wine Enthusiast 90
2014 Chateau Ste. Michelle Merlot Columbia Valley Indian Wells

The aromas bring notes of milk chocolate, spice and red fruit, along with high-toned vanilla accents. The fruit an...

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January 5th 2018 Newsletter

James Suckling 93
Ruffino Toscana Modus 2014

A juicy and fruity red with plenty of dried fruits and toasted oak. Vanilla. Full body and chewy tannins. Plenty of fruit. A big wine now. Needs a year or two to soften. Drink in 2019. $29 Our Price $22.95

Wine Spectator 90
BUENA VISTA Chardonnay Carneros 2015

An attractive style, reliant on spicy, toasty oak as well as a zesty core of melon, green apple and white peach, maintaining an elegant mouthfeel throughout. Drink now through 2021. 5,698 cases m...

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January 3rd 2018 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
KENDALL-JACKSON Chardonnay California Vintner's Reserve 2015

Plush, with loads of richness to the well-honed flavors of beeswax, baked pear and lemon tart. Minerally midpalate, with a fresh and zesty finish that finishes with pastry notes. Drink now through 2020. 100,000 cases made. –KM $17 Our Price $9.95

2015 Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Rich vanilla aromas, framed by red fruit notes of plum, strawberry and cherry, fill the nose of this California Cabernet...

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December 29th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94

DOMAINE DE BEAURENARD Châteauneuf-du-Pape Boisrenard 2014

A fleshy and layered red, with gorgeous spice cake, melted licorice, singed alder and warm espresso notes leading the way for a core of steeped blueberry, raspberry and plum fruit. Everything pulls together, with velvet-coated grip extending the finish. Best from 2019 through 2029. 500 cases made. $78 Internet Price $60.99 (Grape Tray Insider Price $49/bottle. 7 bottles in stock)

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December 27th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
GLORIA FERRER Brut Carneros Royal Cuvée Late Disgorged 2009

Deftly combines a steely crispness with rich luxuriousness, offering notes of fresh ginger, cinnamon brioche, Meyer lemon and Asian pear that unfold on the long finish. Drink now through 2018. 4,500 cases made. –TF $37 Our Price $24.99

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December 21st 2017 Newsletter


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Friday, 12/22 10:30 AM-5:30 PM 
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Sunday, 12/24 Closed 
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Wednesday, 12/27 10:30 AM-5:30 PM 



Wine Spectator 90 
SEGHESIO Zinfandel Sonoma County Sonoma 2015

This is loaded with zesty blackberry and raspberry fruit, offering a vibrant structure and appealing accents of toasted sage, white pepper and licorice. Drink now through 2027. 102,000 cases made. –TF. $26 Our Price $19.99 Grape Tray Insider Price $16...

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December 19th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 93
THE FOUR GRACES Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2015

Expressive and supple, with a complex core of lively tannins and acidity, plus accents of black cherry, cinnamon and spice that linger toward a minerally finish. Drink now through 2024.—T.F $32 Our Price $20.35

Wine Spectator 92
ERNIE ELS Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch 2015

Fleshy and inviting, showing layers of cassis, raspberry and blackberry paste inlaid with anise, singed apple wood and mint notes. Nice charcoal frame on the...

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December 15th 2017 Newsletter

2015 Columbia Crest Grand Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: This bold style Cabernet Sauvignon displays great complexity and structure. There are aromas of dark berry fruits and plum on the nose with chocolate and vanilla on the palate. Blended with over 75% Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. $12 Our Price $6.25

2014 Newton Unfiltered Merlot

Winemaker Notes: Varietal Merlot characters of ripe plums, currants and blueberries dominate with wild berries an...

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December 12th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90

TABLAS CREEK Patelin de Tablas Paso Robles 2015

A spunky blend, with personality, offering a lively core of blackberry, licorice and smoky cracked pepper flavors. Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Counoise. Drink now through 2023. 5,000 cases made. –TF $25 Our Price $19.99

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 96 pts
Haut-Bailly 2014 Haut-Bailly Pessac Léognan Cru Classé De Graves, Bordeaux, Half Bottles

The 2014 Haut-Bailly has turned out beautifully. Dark, sumptuous and expressive, the 2014 ex...

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December 8th 2017 Newsletter

Clos des Papes Le Petit Vin d'Avril Rouge

Winemaker Notes: This wine shows a deep, rich purple robe in the glass with distinct aromas of wild berries, herbs and spices, bitter almond, cloves and star anise. Smooth on the palate and of fine structure. Bewitching to the finish. $25 Our Price $19.95 (Clos des Papes blends several vintages to create this delicious Rhone) Arrives this afternoon

James Suckling 93
Ruffino Toscana Modus 2014

A juicy and fruity red with plenty of dried fruits and toasted...

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December 5th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
LAURENT-PERRIER Brut Champagne NV, Magnum

A harmonious Champagne, with a vibrant backbone of acidity and a well-knit mix of poached pear, lemon preserves, smoke and toast. Very accessible. Drink now through 2018. 22,000 cases imported. –AN $100/magnum. Our Price $74.99/magnum

Wine Spectator 93
ANTHEM Cabernet Sauvignon St. Helena Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard

2012 A classically styled Cabernet that's firm in structure and taut in focus and flavor, with a direct core of gravel...

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December 1st 2017 Newsletter

75 Wine Company Sum Red 2015

Winemaker Notes: The wine is ruby red in the glass. Aromas of strawberry preserve and black mission fig are complimented by a touch of thyme. Rich flavors of Bing cherry and black raspberry linger in the mouth for a long and luxurious finish. $25 Liquidation Price $16.99 (Limited to stock on hand)

Wine Spectator 90
BUENA VISTA Chardonnay Carneros 2015

An attractive style, reliant on spicy, toasty oak as well as a zesty core of melon, green apple and white peach, maint...

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November 28th 2017 Newsletter

Taste this wine for $1 on Saturday, 12/2/17

2012 Silver Oak Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: Our 2012 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon artfully combines the classic elegance of the old world and the ripe fruit of California. It displays an opaque garnet color with a bouquet driven by fruity aromas of blackberry liqueur and hoisin sauce. It also offers the savory components of sage and molasses. These complex aromatics are complemented by sandalwood and nutmeg characteristics indicative of...

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November 25th 2017 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 92
HENRI BILLIOT & FILS Brut Champagne Réserve NV

The firm acidity is lip-smacking up front but becomes juicier, framing spiced flavors of white cherry, spun honey, lemon curd and brioche. This is bright, expressive and balanced, with a fine mousse that caresses the palate like raw silk. Disgorged June 2015. Drink now through 2022. 150 cases imported. –AN $50 Our Price $42.39

2015 La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Flor...

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November 21st 2017 Newsletter

Free Opus One and Overture Wine Crates
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Holiday Hours
Wednesday, 11/22 10:30AM-5:30PM
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2017 Bouchard Aine & Fils Beaujolais Nouveau


2016 Hahn Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of bright red cherry, strawberry with hints of earth, spices, and toast...

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November 17th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 89
2016 Chateau de Saint Cosme Cotes du Rhone Rouge

Even Saint Cosme's "lowly" 2016 Cotes du Rhone looked good on my recent visit. It's mostly Syrah, blended from vineyards in Vinsobres and the Gard, offering lovely floral and peppery aromas, dark fruits, medium to full body and a softly dusty finish. It should drink well for 6 years. $15 Our Price $12.99

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Wine Spectator 90
LAFOND Chardon...

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November 14th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 95
2015 Martinelli • Zinfandel Lolita Ranch

At the higher end of the alcohol spectrum, these Martinelli Zinfandels are powerful wines for sure, but I hasten to add that they are beautifully balanced and in terms of flavor, tannin and complexity, they represent the pinnacles of ripeness in every sense. Medium garnet colored, the 2015 Zinfandel Lolita Ranch sports notes of baked black cherries, dark chocolate, Indian spices and potpourri with savory hints of grilled meat and yeast ex...

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November 10th 2017 Newsletter

Celebrate the Harvest! Arrives Thursday, 11/16/17!
2017 Bouchard Beaujolais Nouveau $8.99

Wine Spectator 91
LUCIENNE Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands Smith Vineyard

2014 Rich and full-bodied, with a dense core of earthy blackberry, wild berry, currant, spice, loamy earth and cedary oak flavors. Drink now through 2025. 1,428 cases made. –JL $50 Our Price $29.95

Wine Advocate 90
2014 Elderton • Shiraz Cabernet E Series

Deep garnet-purple, the 2014 Shiraz Cabernet E Series is a blend of 90% Shiraz a...

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November 7th 2017 Newsletter

Free Issues of The Wine Spectator available (one per customer please)

Wine Spectator 90
CHÂTEAU LA PRADE Francs Côtes de Bordeaux 2010

Dark and ripe, with a lush edge to the plum sauce and dark fig notes that's held in check by a charcoal frame. Bitter orange and Campari hints flash through the finish, with a briary feel as well. Drink now through 2015. 1,666 cases made. –JM Release Price $17 Our Price $22.75 (Delicious)

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 94 pts
Tensley 2015 Syrah Colson Canyon Vineyard

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November 3rd 2017 Newsletter

2016 Hahn Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of bright red cherry, strawberry with hints of earth, spices, and toasty oak. An explosion of red fruit including strawberry, cherry and raspberry welcome the palate finish with refined tannins and a soft mouthfeel. $25 Our Price $19.75 (Delicious!)

Wine Spectator 88
BODEGAS LA CANA Albariño Rias Baixas La Caña 2016

This round white offers juicy flavors of apricot and quince, with lemon-lime acidity and accents of honeysuckle and...

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October 31st 2017 Newsletter

2015 Wente Riva Ranch Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Our Riva Ranch Single Vineyard Chardonnay is a beautifully rich, yet balanced California-style Chardonnay that represents what the Arroyo Seco appellation has to offer. In addition to classic Chardonnay flavors of apple and pear, Arroyo Seco fruit consistently provides aromas and flavors of tropical and stone fruits. 90% barrel fermented, this is a distinctly robust and full-bodied Chardonnay perfectly balanced with ample acidity and ripe fruit cha...

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October 27th 2017 Newsletter

WOW-70% Off! 2013 Dynamite Cabernet Sauvignon North Coast

Winemaker Notes: This wine displays aromas of cedar, ripe currents, spice, and leather with a soft, silky finish and a lingering aftertaste. It is crafted to be enjoyable to drink as a young wine and will continue to improve in the bottle. Try it with bold flavored pastas or Sonoma duck or lamb. $20 Our Price $5.95

Wine Spectator 95
BEAUX FRÈRES Pinot Noir Ribbon Ridge, Magnum

The Beaux Frères Vineyard 2015, Magnum Offers impressive presen...

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October 24th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
CHÂTEAU LA PRADE Francs Côtes de Bordeaux 2010

Dark and ripe, with a lush edge to the plum sauce and dark fig notes that's held in check by a charcoal frame. Bitter orange and Campari hints flash through the finish, with a briary feel as well. Drink now through 2015. 1,666 cases made. –JM Release Price $17 Our Price $22.75

Wine Spectator 93
NEYERS Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Neyers Ranch - Conn Valley 2012, Magnum

This offers a harmonious mix of dense dark berry, mocha, licor...

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October 20th 2017 Newsletter

Please take me- I need a home!
Barefoot Bubbly Sparkling Pinot Grigio

Winemaker Notes: Enjoy the refreshing taste of our Pinot Grigio with a unique twist - bubbles! Barefoot Bubbly Pinot Grigio is one of the only Pinot Grigio sparkling wines from California. Light-bodied and refreshing, our Bubbly Pinot Grigio bubbles over with citrus flavors and orange blossom aromas. Barefoot Bubbly Pinot Grigio is fantastic alone or with grilled fish, artichoke dip and Greek salad. $10 (Liquidation Price $3.95...

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October 17th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
LANSON Brut Champagne Black Label NV

This creamy Champagne is bright and citrusy, offering an expressive and well-meshed mix of ripe blackberry, pastry dough and pickled ginger flavors. Racy finish. Disgorged October 2016. Drink now through 2021. 7,000 cases imported. –AN $45 Our Price $39.99

Wine Advocate 94
2013 Bootleg • Proprietary Red

The 2013 Proprietary Red from Bootleg is a major sleeper of not only the vintage, but in its entire concept. There are just over 8,000 cases...

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October 13th 2017 Newsletter

Bargain Basement Special! Schmitt Sohne Spatlese Riesling Blue

Winery Notes: Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany- This fully ripened Riesling has highly extracted fruit flavors of apricots and peaches coupled with enough acidity to give it a firm and juicy mouth feel. $10 Liquidation Price $1.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Wine Spectator 90
STÉPHANE AVIRON Morgon Côte du Py Vieilles Vignes 2014

Floral and peach aromas line the ripe strawberry and cherry flavors in this concentrated, harmonious red. Backed b...

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October 10th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 93-95
2014 Louis Martini Cabernet Sauvignon Napa, Magnum

The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley spends 18 months in a combination of 30% new and 70% used French and American barrels. It is another big boy at 15.4% natural alcohol. This wine, which was not yet in bottle, is fabulous, and there are 42,000 cases of it. One of the strongest efforts yet from the Martinis, this cuvée still sells at a modest $38.00 – a fair price for something this compelling. The wine has an opaque purp...

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October 6th 2017 Newsletter

James Suckling 90 Points
CUNE Rioja Crianza 2014

A fresh and easy Rioja that shows plum and cherry character. Hints of cream. Mushroom, too. Medium body, low tannins and a crisp finish. Delicious now. $14 Our Price $9.75

2015 Rombauer Zinfandel, Half Bottles

Winemaker Notes: Our classic California Zinfandel is dark purple-ruby, with a bright crimson hue. On the nose, concentrated aromas of blackberry and raspberry meld with clove and spice. Lush flavors of blackberry, cherry, licorice and vanilla...

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October 3rd 2017 Newsletter

2016 Arkenstone Ambrose Rose

Winemaker Notes: Earthy, bright, bursting... Ambrosé reflects its California origins. Late-ripening Syrah kissed at the confluence of three Sonoma creeks, with a complement of complex Mourvèdre cooled by marine fogs rolling around Mount Diablo. A light touch in the cellar makes for rosé touched by light. Start with a gentle press, brief skin contact, & slow ferment. Stainless steel preserves natural acidity, while a bit of neutral French oak rounds out the mid-pa...

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September 29th 2017 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 90
MER SOLEIL Chardonnay Monterey County Silver Unoaked 2014

A seductive style that captures effusively ripe peach and nectarine flavors. Features a juicy texture that's broad and layered. Despite using no oak, this leaves the impression of spicy, jazzy wood on the lingering finish. Drink now. 41,095 cases made. –JL $24 Liquidation Price $15.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Wine Advocate 90
2013 MacPhail Sonoma Coast MARDIKIAN ESTATE PINOT NOIR

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September 26th 2017 Newsletter

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54% OFF-WOW! 2013 Congress Springs Monterey Pinot Noir

Tasting Notes from Melissa Robles, Winemaker: This Monterey Pinot Noir has flavors of black cherry, plum, and raspberry, with a silky finish. Suggested Food Pairings: Pairs well with lamb, pork, cheese, and poultry. $16 Our Price $7.35

Wine Spectator 88
MOHUA Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2016

Mouthwatering grapefruit, lemon and green apple flavors are vivid and intense, with a hint of dried mango on the fin...

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September 22nd 2017 Newsletter

2014 Ferrari Carano Merlot

Winemaker Notes: Select lots of grapes are chosen from their vineyards in Sonoma County to create this beautifully-balanced and medium-bodied Merlot. This is a velvety wine with a complex nose of plum, chocolate spice, dark berries, coffee, caramel and cedar. A fleshy mouthfeel is followed by flavors of bright, upfront, red fruit, a structured mid-palate and a firm backbone of ripe tannins. This wine has impressive length and a lasting, elegant finish. $22 Liquidation...

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September 19th 2017 Newsletter

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Holds approximately 200 bottles, premium redwood racking, glass doors, Baldwin lock set and light. Purchased new for $5000, one owner, excellent condition and used inside the home. Dimensions: 90"H x 51"W x 22"D. Needs new cooling unit. Price $1200/obo. Contact: Judy 559-288-4322

2016 Imagery Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: This Cabernet Sauvignon is a soft, smooth wine with well integrated oak. Flavors of dark fruit, black cherry, clove and cinnamon are met...

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September 15th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
HAHN Chardonnay Santa Lucia Highlands SLH 2015

Vibrant and rich-tasting, offering a complex array of fig, quince, pear and ripe citrus flavors. Well-structured, with notes of lemon meringue on the plush, focused finish. Drink now through 2022.—K.M. $20 Our Price $15.39

Wine Advocate 89 – 91
2016 Domaine de Bila Haut Côtes de Roussillon Villages les Vignes de Bila Haut

An inky colored effort, the 2016 Côtes du Roussillon Villages Les Vignes de Bila Haut offers a beautiful freshne...

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September 12th 2017 Newsletter

2014 Pahlmeyer Jayson Red

Winemaker Notes: The intensity of this wine is first revealed by its garnet core, then from concentrated aromas of dark black cherry and coffee, nicely lifted by notes of candied red fruits, sarsaparilla and a hint of leather. Upon entry, the showy, plush Merlot and floral, fleshy Malbec leap forward, followed by more subtle dried grass and teaflavors from the Cabernet Franc, immediately balanced by the grip of savory old vine Cabernet Sauvignon and brooding Petit Verdo...

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September 8th 2017 Newsletter

2015 Columbia Crest Grand Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 

Winemaker Notes: This bold style Cabernet Sauvignon displays great complexity and structure. There are aromas of dark berry fruits and plum on the nose with chocolate and vanilla on the palate. Blended with over 75% Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. $12 Our Price $6.25

Wine Spectator 93
2015 Bedrock CA Old Vine Zinfandel

Rich and supple, this is an explosion of pure, decadent fruit. Floral huckleberry and Chi...

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September 5th 2017 Newsletter

2015 Famille Hugel Gentil Alsace

Winemaker Notes: A kaleidoscope of grapiness, produced exclusively from hand harvested grapes in predominantly clay and limestone vineyards, from a dozen of the most favored localities in and around Riquewihr. Gentil "Hugel" allies the suave, spicy flavor of Gewurztraminer, the body of Pinot Gris, the finesse of Riesling, the grapiness of Muscat and the refreshing character of both Pinot Blanc and Sylvaner. $15 Our Price $10.95 (Arrives 9/6/17)

Wine Spectator 90
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September 1st 2017 Newsletter

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2016 Ghost Block MorgaenLee Yountville Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: This bright, tempting, and silky sur lie aged Sauvignon Blanc boasts aromatics of ripe stone fruits, mainly white peach and yellow melon. The wine has lively acidity of yellow fruits and hints of peach. This single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc exhibits classic Napa Valley flavors, with a crisp and complex long –lasting, refreshing finish...

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August 29th 2017 Newsletter

Labor Day Holiday
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Wine Spectator 91
ST.-COSME Côtes du Rhône White 2015

Juicy, with good weight to the core of heather, peach, nectarine and tangerine notes, laced with piecrust and almond details. Stays fresh and racy through the finish, revealing a buried quinine accent. Drink now. 2,500 cases made. –JM $22 Our Price $18.99

Wine Enthusiast 92
2015 Tenshen Red

A project by Joey Tensley and Alex Guarachi, this is a whopper of a wine for the price tag. Black che...

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August 25th 2017 Newsletter

2014 Bogle Phantom

Winemaker Notes: Phantom, Bogle’s mysterious apparition of ripe berry and relentless spice, returns to haunt wine lovers. Full of concentration and intensity, this wine will tease, tantalize and linger long after the last sip is gone. Wild berries, black pepper are framed by the influence of oak aging with baking spices and a hint of toasty vanilla. 42% Petite Sirah, 34% Zinfandel, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot. $20 Our Price $13.95

Quady Vya Extra Dry Vermouth

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August 22nd 2017 Newsletter

James Suckling 93 Points
2015 Ritual 15 Chardonnay

A bright and stoney chardonnay with clarity and beauty. Full body, bright and tangy acidity with lime and green pineapple character. Vertical tension to this. Long and flavorful finish. Drink now. Screw cap. $20 Liquidation Price $9.99 (Limited to stock on hand)

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 96 pts
Haut-Bailly 2014 Haut-Bailly Pessac Léognan Cru Classé De Graves, Bordeaux, Half Bottles

The 2014 Haut-Bailly has turned out beautifully. Dark, sumptuous an...

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August 18th 2017 Newsletter

A real TWO BUCK Chuck!
2012 Hardy's William Hardy Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Lifted ripe stone fruit characters of white peach and nectarine with toasty oak hint adding complexity. A well balanced wine with plenty of stone fruit and lively citrus characters giving great flavor and a pleasant lingering finish. Seamlessly integrated vanillin oak gives complexity, while a tight acid structure provides backbone that enhances flavor depth and length. $15 Our Price $2.00

Wine Advocate 91-93
2015 Domai...

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August 15th 2017 Newsletter

73% OFF-WOW!
2014 Chateau St. Jean Bijou Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: French for "Jewel", Bijou is a vivacious, crisp Chardonnay driven by a core of fruit-forward flavor: peach, pineapple and passion fruit hold center stage with just a light touch of French oak. We select perfectly ripe fruit from vineyards throughout California to craft this food-friendly wine. $15 Our Price $3.99 (Arrives 8/16/17)

Wine Spectator 91
REX HILL Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2014, Half Bottles

Sleek and well-knit, wit...

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August 11th 2017 Newsletter

54% OFF-WOW!

2013 Congress Springs Monterey Pinot Noir

Tasting Notes from Melissa Robles, Winemaker: This Monterey Pinot Noir has flavors of black cherry, plum, and raspberry, with a silky finish. Suggested Food Pairings: Pairs well with lamb, pork, cheese, and poultry. $16 Our Price $7.35 (Great Value!)

Wine Spectator 90
MARCHESI DE' FRESCOBALDI Vermentino Toscana Ammiraglia Massovivo 2016

This is round, evoking white peach, melon and straw flavors, with a hint of grapefruit. Beautifully balance...

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August 8th 2017 Newsletter

2015 Dracaena Paso Robles Cabernet Franc

Winemaker Notes: This 100% Cabernet Franc pours deep ruby in color with red currant, tobacco, and hints of earth fragrances dominating the aromatics. The vibrant bouquet opens to a parade of flavors including plum, dark chocolate, black cherry and an exquisite black licorice that will heighten your taste buds. The hint of oak spice and fresh herbs carry the soft, well structured, full-bodied finish as it continues to linger on your tongue for what seems l...

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August 4th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
SAINTAYME St.-Emilion 2014

This sports a slightly exotic core of raspberry and blackberry fruit, backed by a roasted apple wood note and a jolt of licorice on the finish, imparting up-front appeal and a bit of mid-term aging capacity. Drink now through 2024. 2,000 cases made. JM Liquidation Price $15.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

Wine Spectator 93
HENRIOT Brut Rosé Champagne NV

A beautiful range of aromatic spices accents the white raspberry, pastry and pink grapefruit notes in...

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August 1st 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
Andrew Januik Cabernet Sauvignon Red Mountain Stone Cairn 2013

Supple, generous and expressive, with blueberry, currant, black tea and spice flavors that come together against nubby tannins as the finish extends impressively. Best from 2018 through 2023.-H.S 585 cases made. $40 Liquidation Price $27.95 (Limited to stock on hand)

2016 Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay, 3 Liter

Winemaker Notes: Enticing aromas of vanilla, melon and mango are layered with apricot, creme brulee, butter a...

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July 28th 2017 Newsletter

Decanter Wine Journal 95pts
2015 Long Meadow Ranch Anderson Valley Chardonnay

Exotic and vibrant tropical fruit nose. Superbly zesty and vigorous attack with lots of drive, tension and minerality. Flavors of praline, vanilla pastry cream, pear and light citrus. Admirable energy and length. $40 Our Price $33.99

Château Jean-Pierre Gaussen Bandol Rosé 2016

Producer Notes: 1/3 Cinsault, 1/3 Grenache and 1/3 Mourvèdre Hand Picked in Mid September Cinsault and Grenache are direct pressing, Mourvèdre i...

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July 25th 2017 Newsletter

James Suckling 93 Points
2015 Ritual 15 Chardonnay

A bright and stoney chardonnay with clarity and beauty. Full body, bright and tangy acidity with lime and green pineapple character. Vertical tension to this. Long and flavorful finish. Drink now. Screw cap. $20 Our Price $11.99

Wine Advocate 92
2015 Domaine de la Mordoree Tavel la Dame Rousse

Flat out gorgeous, with layers of framboise, Bing cherry, strawberries and flowers, the 2015 Tavel la Dame Rousse is medium-bodied, silky and elegant on th...

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July 21st 2017 Newsletter

2013 Maréchal Paso Robles Primitivo

Winemaker Notes: Velvety rich in color and in flavor. Raspberry & cherry aroma, ripe fruit, earthiness & spice with smooth vanilla finish. $22 Our Price $16.99

Wine Spectator 92 
2015 CARLISLE Petite Sirah Napa Valley Palisades Vineyard

Deeply structured and packing some muscle, but wrapped in a rich and supple texture, offering wild berry, cracked pepper and orange zest flavors. Drink now through 2024.—T.F. 584 cases made. $50

Wine Spectator 90 
CLOUDY BAY Sauv...

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July 18th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
LEMELSON Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Thea's Selection 2014

Polished, expressive and deftly balanced, this is generous with its baby powder-accented cherry, lingonberry and floral flavors. Remains open and inviting through the long finish. Drink now through 2022. 9,950 cases made. –HS $30 Our Price $25.99 (Back in stock)

Wine Spectator 94
LOUIS CHÈZE St.-Joseph White Ro-Rée 2015

This glistens with creamed pear, yellow apple and white peach flavors, while light honeysuckle and ch...

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July 14th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
LE P'TIT PAYSAN Rosé Pierre's Pirouette Central Coast 2016

A charmer, with pretty watermelon aromas and lively strawberry and spice accents. Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cinsault. Drink now. 1,050 cases made.—T.F. $19 Our Price $15.39


Wine Spectator 90
MARCHESI DE' FRESCOBALDI Vermentino Toscana Ammiraglia Massovivo 2016

This is round, evoking white peach, melon and straw flavors, with a hint of grapefruit. Beautifully balanced, fresh and easy to cozy up to. A light mineral accent g...

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July 11th 2017 Newsletter

2014 Pine Ridge Dijon Clone Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Gleaming radiant gold, our 2014 Dijon Clones Chardonnay sings from the glass with enticing aromas of lemon peel, fresh white flowers and citrus blossom, interlaced with subtle notes of lemon tart, ground nutmeg and honeyed graham cracker. The wine exhibits a rounded mouthfeel with refreshing acidity, opening with bright flavors of pineapple juice, sweet candied lemon and creamy lemon curd, leading into hints of white nectarine, yellow pear...

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July 7th 2017 Newsletter

ROAR 2015 Santa Lucia Highlands
Pinot Noir, Half Bottles

Winemaker Notes: Drawing on aspects of all of our vineyards, our 2015 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir is a wonderful expression of what the region has to offer. Dark fruit, leather, and toasted oak with light overtones of honey evolve into blackberry, cola and cherry, opening to include chocolate shavings and floral accents. A woody, almost evergreen, perfume enriches the lower-tone fruit through a long, dense, meaty finish full of tobacc...

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July 5th 2017 Newsletter

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Wine Advocate 91
2013 Marchesi de' Frescobaldi Chianti Rufina Riserva Nipozzano

The 2013 Chianti Rufina Riserva Nipozzano is a soft and supple red wine that proudly displays its winemaking pedigree. There are no rough edges here. Instead, this wine offers a seamless link of red cherry, spice and toasted nut aromas. The mouthfeel is on the lean side, but the wine is immediately approachable and easy to pair with any kind of grilled meat dish. $24 Our Price $15.99

2015 Rombauer Carnero...

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June 29th 2017 Newsletter

94 Points Best of Monterey Toast of The Coast Wine Competition
2014 Cru Montage Monterey Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Pale Golden color. Aromas of white peach, nectarine and lime. Fruity yet full body and an elegant crème Anglaise, melon and Meyer’s lemon finish. 100% Chardonnay $20 Our Price $15.75

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Wine Spectator 94
JUSTIN Justification Paso Robles 2014

Smooth-textured, graceful and refined, with a tenderness to the texture a...

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June 27th 2017 Newsletter

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Vinous 93 pts
Le Salette 2013 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Fumane, Veneto

Very deep ruby. Spiced strawberry, violet and peony aromas are complicated by hints of candied violet and cinnamon. Then juicy, bright and dense with sneaky concentration and density to the very suave red cherry and sweet spice flavors. Finishes very long, a...

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June 23rd 2017 Newsletter

WOW 53% Off! Wine Spectator 91

KUNDE ESTATE Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma Valley Magnolia Lane

2015 Perfectly ripe peach, mango and melon flavors are intense and fleshy, with bright acidity and floral and honey details that linger. Drink now. 8,900 cases made.-M.W. $17 Liquidation Price $7.99 (Limited to stock on hand)

2013 Stewart Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

Winemaker Notes: An opaque deep garnet color rimmed with bright purple. Rich aromatics of vanilla, blackberry, and tobacco entice while the full-bodie...

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June 20th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Advocate 91
2013 Bookwalter Protagonist Cabernet Sauvignon

Another outstanding wine is the 2013 Protagonist (100% Cabernet Sauvignon) which spent 18 months in 50% new puncheons. It has a full-bodied, fresh, yet beautifully textured style to go with classic Cabernet notes of cassis, graphite, tobacco leaf and a kiss of bouquet garni. Like most of 2013s from Bookwalter, it’s relatively forward and charming, yet I suspect it will still evolve gracefully for at least a decade. Note, this cuvee...

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June 16th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
CHÂTEAU D’EPIRÉ Savennières Cuvée Spéciale

2014 Has a hint of maturity, with light almond and salted butter notes framing the core of creamed yellow apple, quince and pear flavors. A twinge of mirabelle plum on the finish lends lift and contrast. There’s plenty of life here for more cellaring. Drink now through 2027.—J.M. 383 cases imported $30 Our Price $24.99

Wine Spectator 90
ROEDERER ESTATE Brut Rosé Anderson Valley NV

A delicate and floral pink, with rose petal and strawber...

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June 13th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
Andrew Januik Cabernet Sauvignon Red Mountain Stone Cairn 2013

Supple, generous and expressive, with blueberry, currant, black tea and spice flavors that come together against nubby tannins as the finish extends impressively. Best from 2018 through 2023.-H.S 585 cases made. $40 Our Price $34.99

Wine Spectator 91
TAIT The Ball Buster Barossa Valley 2014

Bold, with dense notes of dark chocolate-covered coffee bean, plum paste, wild blackberry, cigar box and date bread. Expressive...

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June 9th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
MOHUA Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2015

All the pieces fall into place, with lime, mango and green apple flavors that are bright and juicy, revealing a touch of pineapple on the vivid, bright finish. Drink now. 47,000 cases imported. –MW $14 Our Price $8.49 (Arrives 6/13/17)

Antonio Galloni, Vinous 90 pts
2014 Robert Mondavi Winery Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley is plump and juicy, not to mention a terrific introduction to the vintage. Succulent d...

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June 6th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
MATANZAS CREEK Chardonnay Sonoma County 2015

Creamy vanilla and smoky, oaky flavors shade the mix of pear, fig, apricot and melon notes, making for a complex, layered effort that's deep and persistent. Drink now through 2022. 8,987 cases made.—J.L. $26 Our Price $20.35 (Arrives this afternoon)

ROAR 2015 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir, Half Bottles

Winemaker Notes: Drawing on aspects of all of our vineyards, our 2015 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir is a wonderful expression of...

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June 2nd 2017 Newsletter

Wine Enthusiast 89 Points
2014 Bogle Old Vine Zin

Lively fruit flavors and great balance make this wine easy to appreciate and a versatile pairing with food. Fresh cherry and raspberry aromas meet rich flavors on a smooth texture that has just enough light tannins for a little grip. $12 Liquidation Price $6.99 (Limited to stock on hand)

2013 Titus Family Andronicus Red

Winemaker Notes: A berry basket of aromas immediately greet your nose with blackberry, ripe strawberry and raspberry, while remin...

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May 30th 2017 Newsletter

2015 Zenato Pinot Grigio

Winemaker Notes: Lemon-green in color, aromas of Key limes and white peaches complement undertones of green apples and grains of paradise. On the palate, it is smooth and refreshing with a long, pleasant finish. $15 Our Price $9.39

Wine Spectator 91
KENDALL-JACKSON Pinot Noir Vintner's Reserve 2014

Deftly balanced, this is slow to build nuance and complexity, unfolding to reveal tiers of spicy raspberry, black cherry and wilted rose. Though medium-weight, the flavors build...

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May 26th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 94
LANCASTER Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 2014

Big and rich, with firm, structured tannins that are powerful and edgy, framing the core of blackberry, black cherry, plum and espresso flavors. An impressive effort. Best from 2019 through 2029.—J.L $75 Our Price $59.95

Wine Spectator 93
TABLAS CREEK Patelin de Tablas Blanc Paso Robles 2015

This vibrant and mouthwatering white shows green apple, Meyer lemon and dried pineapple favors that are fresh and juicy. Lemon verbena and...

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May 23rd 2017 Newsletter

Memorial Day Holiday

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Wine Spectator 91 

LOUIS M. MARTINI Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2013

A wholesome expression of earth- and graphite-driven Cabernet, commingling with road tar, roasted herb and dark berry flavors. Crushed rock minerality enlivens the finish. Drink now through 2024. 51,000 cases made. –JL $38 Liquidation Price $24.99 (Limited to stock on hand)

2012 Stonestreet Alexander Valley Chardonnay

Winery Notes: Produced from eight superb mountain sit...

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May 19th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 91
CHÂTEAU BARDE-HAUT St.-Emilion 2014, 375ml

Solid, with dark currant, fig and blackberry compote flavors that meld with dark tobacco and roasted alder notes. Maintains a fleshy edge through the finish without sacrificing energy. Best from 2018 through 2028. 4,500 cases made. –JM $28 Our Price $19.99/375ml

2015 Kendall Jackson Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc

Winemaker Notes: Luscious honeysuckle, ripe pear and fresh lemongrass intertwine in this medium-bodied Vintner's Reserve S...

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May 16th 2017 Newsletter

2015 Lloyd Carneros Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: We are excited to release our new 2015 Carneros Chardonnay. Sourced from the Home and Green Acres Blocks from Sangiacomo Vineyard, as well as a small amount fruit from the Truchard Vineyard, this is a fantastic expression of California Chardonnay. Picked at the peak of ripeness, this Chardonnay is then barrel fermented and left on the lees until we get ready to bottle. Flavors of tropical fruits, pear and apple are supported by rich notes of vanill...

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May 5th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 90
SEGHESIO Zinfandel Sonoma County Sonoma 2015

This is loaded with zesty blackberry and raspberry fruit, offering a vibrant structure and appealing accents of toasted sage, white pepper and licorice. Drink now through 2027. 102,000 cases made. –TF $26 Our Price $18.99 Grape Tray email subscribers receive a $2 instant rebate for a net bottle price of $16.99 (Limited to stock on hand)


California Wine Advisors 94 Points
Apriori Cabernet Blend Napa Valley 2014

A stunning value from a...

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April 28th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 96
Château Coutet Barsac 2014, 375ml

This shows the vivid, racy side of Barsac, with streaming flavors of pineapple, yellow apple, green plum and white ginger, displaying lovely energy from start to finish. Ends with enough honeysuckle and orange blossom notes to balance the richness. Best from 2020 through 2035.-J.M 4,000 cases made $36. Half bottles $24.99


Wine Advocate 91
2012 Priest Ranch Petite Sirah Somerston Vineyards

The 2012 Petite Sirah, which is aged in larger puncheons...

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May 12th 2017 Newsletter

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Wine Spectator 93
2015 Bedrock CA Old Vine Zinfandel

Rich and supple, this is an explosion of pure, decadent fruit. Floral huckleberry and Chinese five-spice powder aromas open to layered blackberry, dark chocolate and licorice flavors that linger. Drink now through 2026. $25


Antonio Galloni, Vinous 92 pts
Capbern 2014 Capbern Saint Estèphe, Bordeaux

The 2014 Capbern is bold, ripe and quite juicy. Although not especially subtle, the 2014 possesses striking aromatic nuance, power and int...

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April 25th 2017 Newsletter

Wine Spectator 92
BOLLINGER Brut Champagne Special Cuvée NV

Vibrant and well-knit, this layers a refined texture and mouthwatering acidity with a rich profile of dried white cherry, raw almond, mandarin orange peel and smoke-tinged minerality. Finely knit and focused, presenting a creamy, spiced finish. Drink now through 2020. 11,000 cases imported. –AN $79 Special Price $45.95 (Limited to stock on hand and valid through 4/29/17)

 

Wine Advocate 92
2015 Domaine de la Mordoree
Tavel la Dame Rousse

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May 2nd 2017 Newsletter

2015 Killian Russian River Chardonnay

Winemaker Notes: Attractive, light gold color with an open star jasmine, citrus blossom nose above red apple, stone fruit and hints of smoky oak. Flavors are reminiscent of fresh apple and pear, and are framed in a richly bodied mouthfeel that finishes with balanced acidity and just a hint of fruit sweetness. This will be one of the best aging of the Killian Chardonnays and should be optimally balanced about a year after release. $26 Our Price $24.99 Delicio...

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May 9th 2017 Newsletter

2016 Ser Rosé Of Cabernet Franc

Winemaker Notes: Subtle aromas of blood orange and strawberry. Focused palate, dry with bright natural acidity. Pomegranate, redcurrant and a hint of citrus rind on the palate. $22 Our Price $16.99 (Arrives 5/10/17)


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Wine Spectator 91
KUNDE ESTATE Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma Valley Magnolia Lane 2015

Perfectly ripe peach, mango and melon flavors are intense and fleshy, with bright acidity and floral and honey details that linger. Drink now. 8,900 cases mad...

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