Wine Notes

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Tatomer “Kick-On Ranch”, Riesling

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA | 2016

Kick-On Ranch is a single vineyard located on top of the Pacific Ocean just north of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, and because of the ocean’s constant air currents, it is known to be the chilliest and windiest site in all of Santa Barbara County.

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Domaine Gour de Chaulé “Tradition”

GIGONDAS, FRANCE | 2019

“Tradition” is a blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, and 10% Mourvèdre whole-cluster fermented to allow some contact with these lignified stems that reflect the terroir and nuance the vines have built over the century.

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Francesca Fiasco “Ersa”

PAESTUM ROSSO, ITALY | 2018

The 2018 “Ersa” is a fantastic red wine value. Beautiful aromas of wild cherry, rhubarb, menthol, and mineral. Medium bodied on the palate, with soft tannins and good freshness. People from Campania are always thinking about food, and wine is part of the experience.

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Kobal “Old Vine Selections”

HALOZE HILLS, SLOVENIA | 2018

Coming from the ancient Haloze Hills and averaging 35 years in age, the vines of this estate are all considered to be “Old Vines” which contribute to the body’s layers and complexity, but this Furmint also sees 24 hours of extended skin contact giving it even more character and richness.

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Vices and Vertus “Orgueil”

MUSCADET DE SÈVRE-ET-MAINE, FRANCE | NV

The “Orgueil” brut rosé is made entirely in-house using the méthode traditionelle. The Cabernet Franc grapes are hand harvested and directly pressed, with a short maceration. This wine is a delicious accompaniment to a tray of briny oysters, but it’s also perfect on its own as an aperitif.

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Domaine Monier “Viognier-Roussanne”

NORTHERN RHÔNE, FRANCE | 2021

Beautiful aromas of peach, almond skin, citrus oil and spice. A medium-bodied white, perfect for winter drinking, and a great match for lobster, langoustines, or even a tagine with chicken, green olives and apricots.

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Cadre “Band of Stones”

EDNA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA | 2021

Coming from SIP Sustainably Certified 15-year-old vines in the southwestern flanks of the historic Paragon Vineyard, “Band of Stones” is pure electricity and concentration wrapped in one perfect package.

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Baptiste Nayrand “L’Astrale”

COTEAU DU LYONNAIS, FRANCE  |  2020

The mixture of old vine Gamay and whole cluster fermentation brings with it a sense of the Northern Rhône with its power and structure alongside the delicate nature of Beaujolais. This is not a Gamay for the faint of heart!

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Poderi Luigi Einaudi “Nebbiolo”

PIEDMONT, ITALY  |  2021

Beautiful aromas of wild cherries, currant and spice can be found on the nose. Medium bodied, with soft tannins, and a bright, balanced finish. A great wine to pair with food, try the classic Tajarin pasta with a meat and porcini tomato sauce.

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McKinlay Vineyards Pinot Noir

WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OREGON | 2021

The 2021 offers beautiful notes of wild cherry, raspberry, and herbs. True to form, this wine is ultra silky, with a repetition of red fruit flavors, spice cake, and a long, elegant finish. Pair this with a classic roast chicken.

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Antoine Jobard, Bourgogne Aligoté

BURGUNDY, FRANCE | 2020

Notes of white flowers, fresh peach, and lime zest. Light-bodied, with plenty of mineral and citrus notes on the long, refreshing finish. It is an ideal match with simply prepared shellfish, but can also go with a pasta tossed in pesto.

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Viñatigo “Listàn Negro”

CANARY ISLANDS, SPAIN | 2021

This Listàn Negro is delicious with ripe strawberry and cherry on the nose opening up to a mineral rich palate that has elements of smoke on the finish. This is a fantastic BBQ or charcuterie wine and is best served a bit chilled.

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