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THE CELLAR DOOR'S 'FA UN CALDO PORCO' WINESHEET
95-Point Value Felsina Chianti
Illuminating Rose & Unoaked Whites
Cotes-du-Rhone, Oregon Pinot
Illuminating Rose & Unoaked Whites
Cotes-du-Rhone, Oregon Pinot
2024 MAYLANDIE CABANON'
CORBIERES ROSE
$14.99 BTL./$179.88 CASE
CORBIERES ROSE
$14.99 BTL./$179.88 CASE
Chateau Maylandie’s track record and top location in Boutenac, they have ascended to our go-to Corbieres producer. With summer settled in, it is the proper time for their delightfully refreshing Rose.
Languedoc Rose to a capital ‘T,’ Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvedre & Syrah comprise the blend. Fresh notes of strawberry and red currant along with scents of quinine, Mediterranean herbs blitz from the glass and carries over to a texture that makes your mouth water, with fine fruit, silky texture, and thirst-quenching acidity. This goes down too easily, so stock up, because nothing is better on a sweltering day than a bottle of the pink stuff!
Languedoc Rose to a capital ‘T,’ Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvedre & Syrah comprise the blend. Fresh notes of strawberry and red currant along with scents of quinine, Mediterranean herbs blitz from the glass and carries over to a texture that makes your mouth water, with fine fruit, silky texture, and thirst-quenching acidity. This goes down too easily, so stock up, because nothing is better on a sweltering day than a bottle of the pink stuff!
2021 FELSINA CHIANTI CLASSICO
RISERVA 'BERARDENGA'
SPECIAL - $34.99 BTL./$419.88 CASE
RISERVA 'BERARDENGA'
SPECIAL - $34.99 BTL./$419.88 CASE
95 Points – The Wine Spectator…Combine a seamless, great Chianti vintage like 2021 with one of the legendary, epic producers and Tuscan fireworks are sure to go off!
From a selection of top vineyard sites in Castelnuovo Berardenga planted in the 1970s, the Black label Riserva is always a tremendous value. An Impressive combination of power and smoothness, deep and dark black cherry and plum fruit are hallmarks of this wine. Highlighting Tuscan savory violet, sage and toffee scents, an abundance of detailed terroir that rides shotgun on this complex red. Generosity up front then fanning out on the entire palate with sensuous fruit that submerges the stacked tannins. The true highlight of this wine is its graceful aftertaste that linger on and on the snaps back for more. We knew the quality of 2021 was going to be extremely high after visiting last fall, however, our confirmation is that it is even more glorious than we would have anticipated. Felsina’s wines will never rip the enamel off your teeth if you are to uncork one now. Drink this future hall of famer through 2035+.
From a selection of top vineyard sites in Castelnuovo Berardenga planted in the 1970s, the Black label Riserva is always a tremendous value. An Impressive combination of power and smoothness, deep and dark black cherry and plum fruit are hallmarks of this wine. Highlighting Tuscan savory violet, sage and toffee scents, an abundance of detailed terroir that rides shotgun on this complex red. Generosity up front then fanning out on the entire palate with sensuous fruit that submerges the stacked tannins. The true highlight of this wine is its graceful aftertaste that linger on and on the snaps back for more. We knew the quality of 2021 was going to be extremely high after visiting last fall, however, our confirmation is that it is even more glorious than we would have anticipated. Felsina’s wines will never rip the enamel off your teeth if you are to uncork one now. Drink this future hall of famer through 2035+.
2022 LUKE JEFFERSON 'SYMBION'
PINOT NOIR
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
PINOT NOIR
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
A small side project, now retired Cristom winemaker Steve Doerner initially started Symbion in 1997 and it has morphed into the entry wine of Luke Jefferson, his own Eola-Amity site.
Instantly enticing notes of lavender, cinnamon-coated strawberries, mushrooms and intermittent, aromatic herbs and spice gently careen for the glass. Suave, full of fashion-sense with ripe red cherry, telltale cinnamon and fine tannins, which give flattering structure beneath the surface. Think of elegance, poise yet assertiveness and you will understand the wine. Smoke and lacey fruit linger on the saturated, old-vine finish. Very sexy now and will continue to develop through 2032 and beyond.
Instantly enticing notes of lavender, cinnamon-coated strawberries, mushrooms and intermittent, aromatic herbs and spice gently careen for the glass. Suave, full of fashion-sense with ripe red cherry, telltale cinnamon and fine tannins, which give flattering structure beneath the surface. Think of elegance, poise yet assertiveness and you will understand the wine. Smoke and lacey fruit linger on the saturated, old-vine finish. Very sexy now and will continue to develop through 2032 and beyond.
2021 CELLER ROURE 'CULLEROT'
VALENCIA BLANCO
[reg. $25.99]
SPECIAL - $19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
VALENCIA BLANCO
[reg. $25.99]
SPECIAL - $19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
92 Points – The Wine Advocate…Without a doubt, this Spanish wine is the long, strange trip, whirlybastard white wine on today’s feature.
From Valencia, Cullerot, which means tadpole, Celler Roure’s white winer utilizing heirloom and indigenous varieties including Macabeo, Malvasia, Pedro Ximénez, Verdil, and others. Casually laid-back aromas. Honeydew melon scents around lilies, spice and powdery tangerine with underlying lanolin and biscuit. Starts soft and crescendos into the true texture that is vivid, nervy and refreshing, but with intensity, depth and a formidable penchant for pairing with all sorts of dishes.
From Valencia, Cullerot, which means tadpole, Celler Roure’s white winer utilizing heirloom and indigenous varieties including Macabeo, Malvasia, Pedro Ximénez, Verdil, and others. Casually laid-back aromas. Honeydew melon scents around lilies, spice and powdery tangerine with underlying lanolin and biscuit. Starts soft and crescendos into the true texture that is vivid, nervy and refreshing, but with intensity, depth and a formidable penchant for pairing with all sorts of dishes.
2023 COLLI DI LAPIO
GRECO DI TUFO
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
GRECO DI TUFO
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
For years, we at The Cellar Door have been ardent supporters of Colli di Lapio’s wines, especially Fiano di Avellino. Clelia Romano and her daughter Carmela produce some of the finest and most highly awarded wines from this region of Campania and this is the first time we are offering the estate’s Greco di Tufo.
Greco is the oldest grape varietal of the Avellino area in Southern Italy, originally imported from the Greek region of Thessaly 2500 years ago. Regarded as one of Italy's finest white wine grapes, Greco, especially from the Tufo has gained renown for its refined, complex characteristics and Colli di Lapo’s is one beautiful beast. The transparency of the vineyard is immediately evident with jaunting, energetic peach, wet stone, lemon, honeysuckle, thyme and saline that seep up from the glass and excite the olfactory senses. Brilliant clarity and briskness surround a sultry, silky texture that covers the entire palate. Marine flavors arrive on the finish that's poised and everlasting. Grand Cru Greco! Visualize a piping hot bowl of spaghetti with clams, scallops and calamari dressed in olive oil and lemon with this white wine.
Greco is the oldest grape varietal of the Avellino area in Southern Italy, originally imported from the Greek region of Thessaly 2500 years ago. Regarded as one of Italy's finest white wine grapes, Greco, especially from the Tufo has gained renown for its refined, complex characteristics and Colli di Lapo’s is one beautiful beast. The transparency of the vineyard is immediately evident with jaunting, energetic peach, wet stone, lemon, honeysuckle, thyme and saline that seep up from the glass and excite the olfactory senses. Brilliant clarity and briskness surround a sultry, silky texture that covers the entire palate. Marine flavors arrive on the finish that's poised and everlasting. Grand Cru Greco! Visualize a piping hot bowl of spaghetti with clams, scallops and calamari dressed in olive oil and lemon with this white wine.
2018 CHATEAU LANDIRAS
GRAVES ROUGE (Bordeaux)
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
GRAVES ROUGE (Bordeaux)
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
A Chateau in the heart of Bordeaux’s Graves region that Michel Pelissie purchased in 2007 and returned past glory. A part of its history is the legacy of Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac, founder of "La Compagnie de Notre-Dame" in 1607. This religious congregation was the first in France to provide free access to education for young women, still holding this role today through hundreds of schools in twenty-seven countries around the world.
75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2018 is more than generous. A full nose of Morello cherry and rose scents mixed with mulled spice, savory earth and herbs lead into a very proper and poised texture. The delivery of the higher-toned Cabernet is highlighted initially with smoke, wild spices and Morello cherry blueberry arrive along with peat/gravel scents then switch back to blackberry, licorice and chocolate-covered espresso bean. Becoming resolved at age seven, it has fine complexity for this level of Bordeaux. Gorgeous and flavorful now will drink nicely for another 4-5 years.
75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2018 is more than generous. A full nose of Morello cherry and rose scents mixed with mulled spice, savory earth and herbs lead into a very proper and poised texture. The delivery of the higher-toned Cabernet is highlighted initially with smoke, wild spices and Morello cherry blueberry arrive along with peat/gravel scents then switch back to blackberry, licorice and chocolate-covered espresso bean. Becoming resolved at age seven, it has fine complexity for this level of Bordeaux. Gorgeous and flavorful now will drink nicely for another 4-5 years.
2022 LEZAUN NAVARRA
CRIANZA TINTO
$11.99 BTL./$143.88 CASE
CRIANZA TINTO
$11.99 BTL./$143.88 CASE
Hailing from Spain’s Navarra region, Lezaun’s tasty blend of Tempranillo, Grenache and a drop of Merlot is lively, plucky and a full frontal, honest to the grapes, unoaked version offers that excellent bang for the buck.
Red berries, baking herbs and brambly underbrush shine. In the mouth, it fills the mouth with no rough edges. Finishing with lively earth, blackberry and prominent white pepper tones, it is a lovely Wednesday burger wine or one to sip on for no good reason other than pleasure.
Red berries, baking herbs and brambly underbrush shine. In the mouth, it fills the mouth with no rough edges. Finishing with lively earth, blackberry and prominent white pepper tones, it is a lovely Wednesday burger wine or one to sip on for no good reason other than pleasure.
2024 SEGHESIO VERMENTINO
RUSSIAN RIVER
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
RUSSIAN RIVER
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
Here is something you do not see every day, Vermentino from California, specifically Russian River. Seghesio is a longtime Zinfandel specialist but look at their name, Italian roots and history are very evident.
Brimming with aromatic lime, peppermint and saline aspects. Crisp, clean and set off wonderfully by blazing peach-pit and zesty minerality which provides dazzling freshness. Classy and lingering, this wine is excellent to pair with halibut done in tomatoes, pesto-based dishes and more.
Brimming with aromatic lime, peppermint and saline aspects. Crisp, clean and set off wonderfully by blazing peach-pit and zesty minerality which provides dazzling freshness. Classy and lingering, this wine is excellent to pair with halibut done in tomatoes, pesto-based dishes and more.
2021 CHATEAU MANISSY
COTES-DU-RHONE 'ORACLE'
$16.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
COTES-DU-RHONE 'ORACLE'
$16.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
Tavel specialist Chateau de Manissy’s Cotes-du-Rhone wines carry Florian Andre’s stamp of maintaining brightness and vivacity to go along with their classic sun-drenched textures.
About 60% Grenache with 25% Carignan and 15% Counoise, the 2021 Oracle Cotes-du-Rhone Rouge is drinking impeccably now. Frontal notes of garrigue with strawberry, blossom and chocolate/griotte cherry get it started. Lively and possessing poise and a degree less alcohol, hallmarks of the slightly cooler 2021 vintage. Deceptive extension and wild spice on the finish, it really overachieves with integrity and soul. Fire up the grill and have with any cut of steak, chicken breast or thighs with a fun marinade or slathered with provencal herbs.
About 60% Grenache with 25% Carignan and 15% Counoise, the 2021 Oracle Cotes-du-Rhone Rouge is drinking impeccably now. Frontal notes of garrigue with strawberry, blossom and chocolate/griotte cherry get it started. Lively and possessing poise and a degree less alcohol, hallmarks of the slightly cooler 2021 vintage. Deceptive extension and wild spice on the finish, it really overachieves with integrity and soul. Fire up the grill and have with any cut of steak, chicken breast or thighs with a fun marinade or slathered with provencal herbs.
