
Wine Notes
Wine Club Selections
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.”
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.”
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”
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.”
Quinta do Javali “Clos Fonte do Santo - Stone Vineyard”
DOURO, PORTUGAL | 2018
“Stone Vineyard” is one of António’s most unique creations, sourced from a select 3.5-hectare plot marked by three distinctive stones at the vineyard’s highest point.
Domaine Elisa Guerin
BEAUJOLAIS-VILLAGES, FRANCE | 2023
Every once in a while we taste wine from a new producer that makes us stand up and take notice. Such was the case recently when we tried the wines of Elisa Guérin.
Cantina Madonna delle Grazie “Liscone”
AGLIANICO DEL VULTURE, ITALY | 2018
"If you have never had Aglianico del Vulture before, then “Liscone” from Cantina Madonna delle Grazie is a textbook example to introduce you."
Habit Wine Company “Red Blend”
SANTA YNEZ VALLEY, CALIFORNIA | 2021
"Jeff ferments the wine in open top vessels, crushing the grapes by foot, and then it is aged on the fine lees in neutral French oak."
Losado Vinos de Finca "Losada"
BIERZO, SPAIN | 2019
"Made from 99% Mencía and 1% Dona Blanca, the wine exudes a sense of place, reflecting this unique clay terroir of the Bierzo region."
Domaine Les Champs d’Orphée “Papillon d’Orphée”
GAILLAC, FRANCE | 2022
"Stéphane works with the red grape Braucol (also known as Fer Servadou), one of Gaillac’s most exciting varieties, which produces firm, medium-bodied wines.
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Shelter Winery “Spätburgunder”
BADEN, GERMANY | 2021
"Spätburgunder is the local German name for Pinot Noir, and it is grown in various terroirs throughout the country. One of the most famous and influential regions for the grape is Baden..."
Seresin “Leah”
MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND | 2022
"Leah" Pinot Noir, lovingly named after Michael’s daughter, is crafted from Michael’s most prized blend of handpicked fruit from the clay-rich vineyard Raupo Creek, yielding just two bottles per vine to ensure exceptional concentration and purity.