2023 CHATEAU JARONS BORDEAUX
ROUGE 'CABERNET FRANC'
SPECIAL - $11.99 BTL./$167.88 CASE

[reg. $15.99]…This is pure vin de soif—and the twelve-dollar Bordeaux of your dreams.
Our second vintage with this terrific 100% Cabernet Franc, and 2023 is even more exciting than 2022. Aged in tank and terracotta amphorae, it bursts with raspberry and plum, followed by pekoe tea and savory earth. Generous and expansive for the price, it finishes plush, long, and abundant, with wild spice and a strawberries-and-cream flourish—Raspberry Beret without the secondhand store. Drink this crowd-pleaser with rib-eye or hanger steak, mushroom soup, lentil soup, gyros, burgers, or soft-ripened Camembert.

2023 CHATEAU LA VERRIERE
BORDEAUX SUPERIEUR BLANC
SPECIAL - $14.99 BTL./$179.88 CASE

[reg. $18.99]…At Bordeaux’s far eastern edge, where Castillon meets the Dordogne/Lot region of Duras, Alain Bessette stands out as an exceptionally talented vigneron. Year after year, he is named one of the “Talents of Bordeaux Supérieur,” a select group of top appellation winemakers, and his wines consistently earn prizes and acclaim.

Unlike many growers in this cool, secluded region, Alain harvests a little later, avoiding the lean, sharp, green notes that can appear here. This cocky Sauvignon Blanc leads with crisp lime, guava, melon, and subtle herbal accents, with a direct, spicy edge and no oak. Brisk and clean, it opens broadly before snapping into a pure, varietal finish. On a visit a few years ago, Alain and his wife, Dolores, served calamari and herb-grilled shrimp from the plancha—an outstanding match for this wine. Asked whether it competes with our Haut Rian Blanc, the simple answer is no; it is simply a different style. Drink this mouthwatering white now, and often.

2023 CHATEAU LA VERRIERE
BORDEAUX SUPERIEUR ROUGE
SPECIAL - $14.99 BTL./$179.88 CASE

[reg. $18.99]…Alongside its superb white, La Verriere also delivers a delicious red.

Supple blue-fruit aromas mingle with dusty earth, smoke, fine coffee, and savory notes. Plush and polished on the palate, it layers dark fruit with subtle spice, while the red Cabernet components bring balance, persistence, and depth to the finish. Enjoy this satisfying Bordeaux with grilled or roasted chicken, sautéed ribeye with slow-sweated shallots and butter, or a hearty bowl of pho.

2023 CHATEAU BEAUSEJOUR
FRONSAC ROUGE
SPECIAL - $16.99 BTL./$203.88 CASE

[reg. $21.99]…Located just outside Pomerol and Saint-Emilion, Fronsac is one of Bordeaux’s rising regions and a source of exceptional value. Its wines can age beautifully, especially in strong vintages like 2020.

Made from 90% Merlot, this offers blackberry and touches of strawberry, violet, licorice, and smoke, with a mineral edge that emerges in the glass. It has deceptive structure and power, gaining verticality on the vivid finish. A badass Bordeaux wine wine—enjoy it with ribeye or lamb, or cellar it for another 6–8 years.

2021 OSTATU RIOJA CRIANZA
$21.99 BTL./$263.88 CASE

Bodegas Ostatu is a family winery in Samaniego, in the heart of Rioja Alavesa. Sheltered by the Sierra Cantabria, its chalk-and-clay vineyards help produce site-driven Rioja that favors clarity over extended barrel aging. Read on...

Made from 90% Tempranillo with 10% Graciano, Mazuelo, and Garnacha, the 2021 is absolutely smashing. Neo-classic in style, it offers violet, blackberry, cocoa, and Moroccan spice, with velvety texture, fine grip, and a long, structured finish. Upscale in character but not price, it should develop beautifully through 2031+.

2025 OSTATU RIOJA BLANCO
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE

One of Bodega Ostatu’s true specialties is white Rioja. Made in a modern, freshness-driven style rather than the traditional oak-aged, oxidative approach, this unoaked blend of 90% Viura and 10% Malvasia comes from vines 30 to 80 years old and offers remarkable expression.

Palate-coating yet exceptionally clean and zesty, Ostatu’s 2025 offers lime, freshly cut daisies, crushed rock, and plenty of texture and depth. These qualities carry through a brilliantly detailed finish marked by strong varietal character, impressive length, and real energy. It is like a cannonball dive into a cool pool. Enjoy it with grilled mussels, salads, gazpacho, or a group of good friends.

2021 OSTATU RIOJA ROSE
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE

We have sold this impressive rosé—and enjoyed plenty of bottles ourselves—for nearly twenty years, and we think it is better than ever.

This is not a rosé made simply to capture market share. Its grapes—70% Tempranillo, 27% Garnacha, and 3% Viura—come from older vines and are grown specifically for this wine. The complex nose shows alluring Morello cherry, smoked herbs, dried rose petals, and a mineral undertone. On the palate, it is mouthwatering, savory, and appealing, with generous flavor, depth, and intrigue, followed by a vibrant, lingering finish. As always, it is excellent with traditional seafood dishes or on its own on the porch, but it also shines with spicy Latin or Asian-inspired preparations.

2022 CH. HAUT-RIAN CADILLAC
COTES-DE-BORDEAUX ROUGE
$13.99 BTL./$167.88 CASE

Haut-Rian’s Cadillac Côtes-de-Bordeaux is remarkably versatile at the table—I’ve enjoyed it with everything from cheeseburgers, penne Bolognese, and pho to beef tenderloin with mushroom reduction. Others praise it with salmon or fried chicken. Simply put, this red delivers serious value and lip-smacking pleasure.

Sumptuous raspberry and blueberry fruit sing and are backed up by herbs and spice, pekoe, dark chocolate, and turned earth. The palate opens seductively, with a supple texture and vivid mineral-earth detail. Red and black cherry carry through a fine, ringing, long finish. Clearly miles above the usual Bordeaux offerings at this price, it is a great year-round choice, drink it now, drink it often and order by the trunkload.

2025 BAUDRY CHINON ROSE
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE

This pink wine usually arrives just before our ‘Last Chance Summer Lap Dance’ summer Rosé offer, but it is here early and very limited—so grab yours now.

100% Cabernet Franc, Chinon’s limestone soils shine in the 2025, which brims with raspberry, hawthorn, underlying minerality, and fine herbs. Vinous yet composed, it is both immediately pleasurable and serious. The palate shows movement, depth, and complexity, leading to an expressive, luminous finish that lingers for minutes. For fans of top-tier rosé, this is a must-have. Enjoy it over the next two to three years.

2024 COUDERT FLEURIE
'CLOS DE LA ROILETTE'
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE

We haven’t offered this wine to the full list since 2020, but when another state declined its allocation, our local distributor snapped it up—giving us a small amount to share. Clos de la Roilette, owned and run by Alain Coudert, is one of Beaujolais’ benchmark producers and a personal favorite. With vineyards bordering Moulin-à-Vent, this Fleurie defies the appellation’s delicate stereotype without becoming as powerful as its neighbor. The 2024 vintage a Beaujolais lovers vintage, recalling classic years such as 2016 and 2010 with abundant fruit, freshness, and a deceptive structure for aging.

Iconic Fleurie from 50-plus-year-old vines, traditionally vinified and aged in large 80- to 100-year-old barrels. Candied black cherry, licorice, spicy earth, mint, and violet leap from the glass, leading to layered, seductive flavors and a fresh, uplifting finish. Enjoy with grilled sausage, mushroom-laced pasta, baked ham, or roasted chicken. A ravishing value, it should age beautifully for five to six years and develop toward the elegance of fine Pinot Noir from the Côte de Beaune.

2024 DOMAINE DUPRE
BOURGOGNE CHARDONNAY
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE

Domaine Dupré consistently overdelivers. Considering tariffs, the weaker dollar, and the estate’s commitment to low yields and sustainable farming, it is remarkable that we can offer a wine of this quality for just twenty dollars.

This Bourgogne Chardonnay comes from white marl soils in Mancey and Royer, within the Mâcon region. Fermented and aged in 300-liter barrels with just a touch of new oak, long with stainless steel, it delivers both substance and lift. Steely minerality pilots, framed by lemon and apple notes. Energetic and authentic, with pleasing structure and an extended finish. Enjoy it with fresh trout, halibut, or chicken.