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2021 PRA VALPOLICELLA 'MORANDINA'
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
We have been using famed Soave king Pra’s Valpolicella and Amarone wines for several years and this may well be the finest version of their Valpolicella to date. 2021 is shaping up to be a great Veneto vintage, five-stars and the most grand since the legendary 2010.
Pra’s style for this red is a throwback to the olden days of trattoria-style Valpolicella that were thrown back in multiple bottles. Pleasurable and made for drinking rather than aging, this Valpol is about pent-up, red-fruit hedonism. Flashy, aromatic cherry-soaked balsamic aromas with underlying herbs and minerals. Illuminating and fun with flavors that attack from start to finish. 2021 has a bit more fruit; it will pair with a plethora of dishes ranging from mushroom pasta, spaghetti and meatballs, a plate of antipasti and oh, by the way, it happens to be one of our favorite pizza wines. One taste and you will want a case!
Pra’s style for this red is a throwback to the olden days of trattoria-style Valpolicella that were thrown back in multiple bottles. Pleasurable and made for drinking rather than aging, this Valpol is about pent-up, red-fruit hedonism. Flashy, aromatic cherry-soaked balsamic aromas with underlying herbs and minerals. Illuminating and fun with flavors that attack from start to finish. 2021 has a bit more fruit; it will pair with a plethora of dishes ranging from mushroom pasta, spaghetti and meatballs, a plate of antipasti and oh, by the way, it happens to be one of our favorite pizza wines. One taste and you will want a case!
2019 WALLNER BLAUFRANKISCH
$14.99 HALF BTL./$179.88 CASE/12
$14.99 HALF BTL./$179.88 CASE/12
I'm not sure whether I was drunk or high when I placed the order for this wine but for some reason I bought half bottles! Sudbergenland, which straddles the border with Hungary is Austria’s smallest wine producing province. Just under 1000 acres of vineyards for the entire region, it is becoming quite evident that this area is a haven for red wines, especially given its craggly, weathered slatey soil. Before having these wines, I was told that these are Blaufränkisch inspired by Burgundy. After tasting I instantaneously thought they were more inspired by traditionalist Côte-Rôtie, but maintained their Teutonic soul.
This flavorful red comes from the steep schist/chalk soils of the Eisenberg sector. A wonderful gateway into Wallner’s wines, this offering has quite the charming personality as well as possessing a devious side. Fragrant, pungent and laden with black cherry, dried flower, creosote and bloodstone aspects. Crushed red fruits, wiry, and possessing energetic interaction between satisfying fruit and boundless minerality. Driving and loaded with character, this one will drink nicely over the next 4-7 years.
This flavorful red comes from the steep schist/chalk soils of the Eisenberg sector. A wonderful gateway into Wallner’s wines, this offering has quite the charming personality as well as possessing a devious side. Fragrant, pungent and laden with black cherry, dried flower, creosote and bloodstone aspects. Crushed red fruits, wiry, and possessing energetic interaction between satisfying fruit and boundless minerality. Driving and loaded with character, this one will drink nicely over the next 4-7 years.
2022 L'ECOLE NO. 41 CHENIN BLANC
YAKIMA OLD VINES
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
YAKIMA OLD VINES
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
Famed Walla Walla winery L'Ecole No. 41 has always had a penchant and love for Vouvray and since 1987 they have produced Chenin Blanc. L'Ecole's grapes for this small production wine come from three sites, planted in 1979.
With its old-vine presence, this wine is obscenely fragrant and flavorful - so much that it jacks your palate and pleasantly takes over! Scents of honeydew melon, mineral and hints of lanolin follow through to a meteoric texture that is cut like a diamond and yet has super-lemony viscosity, especially on the drawn-out follow-through. An amazing northwest white wine that will pair well with halibut or scallops dressed in a nice sauce.
With its old-vine presence, this wine is obscenely fragrant and flavorful - so much that it jacks your palate and pleasantly takes over! Scents of honeydew melon, mineral and hints of lanolin follow through to a meteoric texture that is cut like a diamond and yet has super-lemony viscosity, especially on the drawn-out follow-through. An amazing northwest white wine that will pair well with halibut or scallops dressed in a nice sauce.
2021 DELAS CROZES-HERMITAGE
'LES LAUNES'
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
'LES LAUNES'
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
Maison Delas is a grand old Northern Rhone house who has been owned by Champagne Louis Roederer since 1993. Led by Syrah master Jacques Grange, this estate has really been en feu for the last several years and has rightfully taken its place on the Rhone Valley's A-list of producers.
Les Launes is one of three Crozes-Hermitage chez Delas and is a top value. Persistent blackberry and white pepper scents shine on the nose. Beautifully integrated and brimming with flavors of dark raspberry, white pepper, lavender and smoke. This wine is incredibly attractive to drink right now and a great food wine with its uplifting and lively fresh finish. A perfect pairing with roasted herb-incrusted lamb and stewed gamey meats.
Les Launes is one of three Crozes-Hermitage chez Delas and is a top value. Persistent blackberry and white pepper scents shine on the nose. Beautifully integrated and brimming with flavors of dark raspberry, white pepper, lavender and smoke. This wine is incredibly attractive to drink right now and a great food wine with its uplifting and lively fresh finish. A perfect pairing with roasted herb-incrusted lamb and stewed gamey meats.
2020 MEERLUST STELLENBOSCH RED
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
29% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 31% Cabernet Franc & 8% Petit Verdot, this wine has New World fruit but with even more prolific Old World earth and savory herb tones, hallmarks of South Africa’s wines.
Quite handsome, possessing dense aromas of blue fruits forward mineral/ironstone, graphite and spiced earth. More and more aromatic as it unfurls in the glass, everything comes together nicely on the silky but structured texture that extends and fans out on the deceptively packed, lingering finish. Perfect for drinking with friends who love Bordeaux or American blends. Enjoy with a Sunday pot roast, fried chicken or soft cheeses.
Quite handsome, possessing dense aromas of blue fruits forward mineral/ironstone, graphite and spiced earth. More and more aromatic as it unfurls in the glass, everything comes together nicely on the silky but structured texture that extends and fans out on the deceptively packed, lingering finish. Perfect for drinking with friends who love Bordeaux or American blends. Enjoy with a Sunday pot roast, fried chicken or soft cheeses.
2021 BEDROCK HERITAGE RED
'PATO VINEYARD'
$49.99 BTL./$299.94 - SIX PACK
'PATO VINEYARD'
$49.99 BTL./$299.94 - SIX PACK
2021 FEUILLARDE SAINT-VERAN
VIEILLES VIGNES
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
VIEILLES VIGNES
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
Just under 3 cases remain of this fetching White Burgundy...Translation, it is last call on this Saint-Veran specialist and Cellar Door favorite, very popular offering until the 2022 arrives later this year.
Fabulous French Chardonnay indeed, vintage 2021 possesses a fine nose of mandarin orange, lemon, prominent pristine mineral and subtle spice aromas. In the mouth it has terrific streamlined raciness, with waves of citrus flavors, yet never cloying or overblown. Seamlessly textured and showing body and briskness from engaging start on through to the electric, lingering finish. Drink now through 2029 with a roasted chicken stuffed with mushrooms, flaky fish done with sauce or a nicely ripened brie or camembert.
Fabulous French Chardonnay indeed, vintage 2021 possesses a fine nose of mandarin orange, lemon, prominent pristine mineral and subtle spice aromas. In the mouth it has terrific streamlined raciness, with waves of citrus flavors, yet never cloying or overblown. Seamlessly textured and showing body and briskness from engaging start on through to the electric, lingering finish. Drink now through 2029 with a roasted chicken stuffed with mushrooms, flaky fish done with sauce or a nicely ripened brie or camembert.
