
Wine Notes
Wine Club Selections
António Madeira “Vinhas Velhas” Tinto
DÃO, PORTUGAL | 2019
“António Madeira’s wines are among the best that show the immense potential of the Dão region and the outstanding values that come from there.”
Robert Chevillon “Bourgogne Passetoutgrain”
BOURGOGNE PASSETOUTGRAIN, FRANCE | 2021
“Passetoutgrain combines the structure and depth of pinot noir with the light, fruity elegance of gamay (the blend is about one-third pinot noir and two-thirds gamay)”
Lackner-Tinnacher “Gamlitz”
Südsteirmark, Austria | 2021
“The winemaker Katharina Tinnacher draws inspiration from the land as well as her family’s history, which includes producing wine since as far back as 1770.”
Rall “Syrah”
SWARTLAND, SOUTH AFRICA | 2022
“One of the most influential and important winemakers in South Africa, Donovan Rall has produced exceptional wine since his first vintage of Rall Wines in 2008.”
Domaine Pêcheur “Cuvée des Trois Cépages”
CÔTES DU JURA | 2023
“Going out to dinner in a hip Paris restaurant you are likely to encounter a wine list filled with the wines of the Jura region of France.”
Bodegas Mitarte “Tatos”
RIOJA ALAVESA | 2016
“With fewer than 500 cases produced only in the best vintages, these individually numbered bottles showcase the balance of power and elegance that defines the region.”
La Colombera “Bricco Bartolomeo”
COLLI TORTONESI | 2022
“Cortese is best known for its role in the famed wines of Gavi, but here, in the Colli Tortonesi, it finds a unique expression with added depth and vibrancy.”
Domaine des Masques “Syrahdictive”
IGP MÉDITERANÉE | 2018
“Syrahdictive," an iconic cuvée of Domaine des Masques, is only produced in exceptional vintages, each adorned with unique artwork.”
Domaine Grégoire Hoppenot “Origines”
FLEURIE, CRU BEAUJOLAIS | 2022
“Whether enjoyed now for its vibrant fruit or cellared to develop further nuance, this 2022 vintage solidifies Gregoire Hoppenot’s reputation as a leading force in Beaujolais winemaking.”
Ostatu “Crianza”
RIOJA, SPAIN | 2021
“The Ostatu Crianza is an outstanding value and introduction to the terruño-driven wines of village-designated Rioja Alavesa.”
Eva Fricke “Kiedrich”
RHEINGAU, GERMANY | 2021
“This fantastic dry Riesling comes from the Klosterberg and Sandgrub vineyards in Keidrich.”
Domínio do Açor "Vila Romana"
DÃO, PORTUGAL | 2021
“Luís Lopes is an extraordinarily talented oenologist, and someone with deep knowledge of the Dão.”
Elio Grasso "Vigna Martina” Barbera d'Alba
PIEDMONT, ITALY | 2021
“Grasso’s “Vigna Martina” is made from 100% Barbera grown on sandy, limestone soils at an altitude of 380 meters.”
Brij “Oso Rouge”
SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA | 2021
“Raj’s journey from acclaimed sommelier to regenerative farmer makes for a great backstory to his highly respected wines”
Van Loggerenberg Wines “Break a Leg” Chardonnay
STELLENBOSCH, SOUTH AFRICA | 2021
“Lukas’s care for people seems to reflect in his wines, which are crafted with the same respect and thoughtfulness.”
Cortes de Cima Vinho Regional Alentejano Tinto
ALENTEJO, PORTUGAL | 2020
“A blend of Syrah and Touriga Franca, the fruit used is a selection of their best granite and limestone vineyards.”
Moreish "Común" Vinho Tinto
TIERRA DE EXTREMADURA, SPAIN | 2021
“I call this wine the “Rayas of Extremadura,” which is a joking way to say that this is easily the best example of Grenache from Extremadura that I’ve ever tried.”
Monte Rio Cellars “Old Vine Zinfandel”
LODI, CALIFORNIA| 2022
“Monte Rio Cellars is the creation of Patrick Cappiello, a sommelier-turned-winemaker with accolades like Food & Wine Magazine’s “Sommelier of the Year.”
Domaine Brendan Stater-West
SAUMUR BLANC, FRANCE | 2023
“The 2023 vintage, though shaped by challenging conditions, showcases Brendan’s skill in crafting a wine that stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Guiberteau’s own acclaimed Saumur Blancs.”