https://www.thewinewave.com/ Sun, 11 Oct 2026 02:44:30 +0000 us https://www.thewinewave.com/ https://cdn.shoplightspeed.com/shops/611413/themes/859/assets/logo.png?20260721162529 https://www.thewinewave.com/foxen-block-43-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-san.html https://www.thewinewave.com/foxen-block-43-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-san.html Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:53:16 +0000 Crisp and pure aromas of pomegranate extract, crushed stone and Red Hot candies show on the vivid nose of this block-designated bottling. The palate is generous in cherry but vibrant in sumac-laced acidity, as a zippy acidity flies into the finish. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/little-book-the-infinite-edition-iii-straight-kent.html https://www.thewinewave.com/little-book-the-infinite-edition-iii-straight-kent.html Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:00:13 +0000 Combines the 30% Edition II basw with a 23-year-old Knob Creek Bourbon, an 11-year-old Knob Creek Bourbon, and a 9-year-old Baker's Bourbon. Full-bodied, rich, viscous to the point of being nearly syrupy. Delivers dark stone fruits plum, cherry compost.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/julien-brousseau-chablis-burgundy-france.html https://www.thewinewave.com/julien-brousseau-chablis-burgundy-france.html Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:29:09 +0000 Lemon and crisp green apple lead into pear and delicate white flowers, with subtle saline and stony notes adding dimension. The palate is bright and focused, with fresh citrus, restrained orchard fruit and a clean mineral character carrying through.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/cortonesi-la-mannella-brunello-di-montalcino-italy.html https://www.thewinewave.com/cortonesi-la-mannella-brunello-di-montalcino-italy.html Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:54:23 +0000 Nose has an abundance of earthy, savory aromas, including old leather, damp soil, mushrooms and balsamic, with just barely sweet undertones of dark chocolate and black cherry. The palate continues to balance dark fruit with that nearly smoky savoriness.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/makers-mark-cellar-aged-limited-edition-kentucky-s.html https://www.thewinewave.com/makers-mark-cellar-aged-limited-edition-kentucky-s.html Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:31:50 +0000 Fragrant with freeze-dried strawberries, fluffernutter, and peanut shells—a sort of deconstructed PB&J. The palate is fruity but balanced, combining notes of chocolate and roasted chestnut with cherry and wheat toast. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/clase-azul-2026-trascender-dia-de-muertos-anejo-te.html https://www.thewinewave.com/clase-azul-2026-trascender-dia-de-muertos-anejo-te.html Mon, 28 Sep 2026 21:50:18 +0000 Pear compote, ripe apple, and peach open into layers of honey and sourdough bread, underscored by toasted oak. Silky, full, rounded with ripe pear, agave nectar, cacao nibs, and toasted walnut. A subtle acidity introduces beautiful freshness, and balance.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/e-guigal-la-reynarde-cote-rotie-rhone-france.html https://www.thewinewave.com/e-guigal-la-reynarde-cote-rotie-rhone-france.html Fri, 25 Sep 2026 19:04:07 +0000 100% Syrah: Capturing richness without sacrificing precision, reflecting Philippe’s subtle evolution of greater harmony and finesse over raw power. Compares to the 1982: Ripe, never excessive, showing sun-kissed fruit, and promising impressive longevity.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/domaine-robert-serol-turbullent-sparkling-rose-loi.html https://www.thewinewave.com/domaine-robert-serol-turbullent-sparkling-rose-loi.html Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:56:00 +0000 100% Gamay using the traditional méthode: Bursting with juicy red berries, crisp apple, and bright citrus, it balances a touch of sweetness with vibrant acidity and lively bubbles. Irresistibly approachable, it captures the spirit of Gamay. A pink gem!]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/taittinger-brut-prestige-rose-champagne-france.html https://www.thewinewave.com/taittinger-brut-prestige-rose-champagne-france.html Fri, 18 Sep 2026 21:42:41 +0000 Highly fragrant nose of toast, light cherry blossom, chalk and nice development. Fine mousse, quite multilayered and a textural palate. Blend : 45% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Meunier.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/ridge-vineyards-california-coast-range-sonoma-cali.html https://www.thewinewave.com/ridge-vineyards-california-coast-range-sonoma-cali.html Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:33:49 +0000 59% Zinfandel, 18% Carignane, 13% Petite Sirah, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon: Nose of hibiscus, cranberry, blood orange and black tea. Playful acidity and supple texture. Flavors of boysenberry, pomegranate and vanilla. Serve cellar temp, or slightly chilled.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/spottswoode-sauvignon-blanc-napa-county-sonoma.html https://www.thewinewave.com/spottswoode-sauvignon-blanc-napa-county-sonoma.html Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:03:35 +0000 White grapefruit, pomelo and fresh ginger notes are light and fresh on first impression, but the flavors and intensity grow, with lemongrass, vetiver and coriander details, plus a crystalline lemon salt element. Shows elegance on the long finish.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/fratelli-giacosa-gavi-docg-piedmont-italy.html https://www.thewinewave.com/fratelli-giacosa-gavi-docg-piedmont-italy.html Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:40:52 +0000 Wine opens with the Cortese variety’s bright sun-splashed color and a delightfully pungent aroma redolent of lemongrass and orchard fruits infused with a touch of exotica. A delightful mélange of crushed forsythia and subdued fruit flavors.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/distillerie-poli-jacopo-poli-amorosa-di-dicembre-g.html https://www.thewinewave.com/distillerie-poli-jacopo-poli-amorosa-di-dicembre-g.html Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:58:15 +0000 Revealing inviting notes of honey, dried fruits, and a subtle floral undertone, with a hint of spice adding depth. The palate is incredibly smooth, with flavors of candied fruit, apricot, and a delicate touch of almond, balanced by a warming sensation.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/nervi-conterno-il-rosato-piedmont-italy.html https://www.thewinewave.com/nervi-conterno-il-rosato-piedmont-italy.html Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:09:00 +0000 Bright salmon pink with fine aromas of red currants, red cherries, sweet almonds and dried herbs. Juicy and fresh on the palate with clear, red fruit, seamlessly integrated, lively acidity and fine spiciness, fine phenolic finish, an animating Rosé.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/willett-rare-perfection-overproof-14-year-old-cana.html https://www.thewinewave.com/willett-rare-perfection-overproof-14-year-old-cana.html Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:01:11 +0000 An experimental bourbon mash bill aged in Canada’s ice-cold warehouses, this four-grain whiskey matures in both American White Oak and French Oak. This 100.7 overproof, 14-year release offers a striking contrast to its older sibling.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/cantina-colli-euganei-rialto-prosecco-rose-extra-d.html https://www.thewinewave.com/cantina-colli-euganei-rialto-prosecco-rose-extra-d.html Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:50:37 +0000 Glera 90% + Pinot Nero 10%: Aromas of fine and delicate with hints of red fruits and fresh wild berry notes. The palate is extra dry, with refreshing acidity and bright effervescence flavors. Ideal as an aperitif, including lighter-bodied dishes for brunc]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/ciclos-tequila-88-reposado-jalisco-mexico.html https://www.thewinewave.com/ciclos-tequila-88-reposado-jalisco-mexico.html Tue, 08 Sep 2026 18:37:58 +0000 Amber yellow, crystalline, bright with golden flashes. Nuances of vanilla and soft caramel, reminiscence of barrel toast, soft and subtle cooked agave, slight hues of fruits, spicy. Slight butterscotch, silky in mouth, well balanced with oak finish.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/aston-estate-2022-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast-californ.html https://www.thewinewave.com/aston-estate-2022-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast-californ.html Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:05:39 +0000 Rustic texture with savory notes of menthol, juniper, lavender and tea leaf dominate the aromatic. Ample tannin but it’s a rich structure that melds into darker fruit flavors of blueberries and black raspberries, graphite, wet earth, minerality.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/michters-us-1-single-barrel-sour-mash-whiskey-kent.html https://www.thewinewave.com/michters-us-1-single-barrel-sour-mash-whiskey-kent.html Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:22:02 +0000 Contains corn, rye, and malted barley. Matured in fire-charred, new American white oak barrels. Features warm toasted burnt sugar, sweet smoky fruit, candied cherries, and honeyed vanilla.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/paolo-manzone-2020-san-giuliano-barbaresco-docg-pi.html https://www.thewinewave.com/paolo-manzone-2020-san-giuliano-barbaresco-docg-pi.html Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:39:45 +0000 A bright, fruit-forward gem with sweet violets, red cherries and blood oranges on the nose. It is both vinous and balsamic. Medium-bodied on the palate, with ripe tannins, a velvety texture and floral freshness. Precise, and ready to drink 2026 beyond.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/friendly-by-laurenz-v-gruener-veltliner-kamptal-au.html https://www.thewinewave.com/friendly-by-laurenz-v-gruener-veltliner-kamptal-au.html Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:10:56 +0000 Light and approachable, with subtle white pepper and crisp apple flavors. The palate is straightforward and easy-drinking, showing clean acidity and a simple, modest finish. Classic and conventional, with gentle charming white. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/bodegas-y-vinedos-akilia-villa-de-san-lorenzo-bier.html https://www.thewinewave.com/bodegas-y-vinedos-akilia-villa-de-san-lorenzo-bier.html Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:18:08 +0000 Darker, riper and fruit-driven, denoting a warmer and drier year in the region. It's still primary, with notes of fresh berries and herbs, a juicy texture. Matured in concrete for four months, and only 10% of the wine spent time in used barriques.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/moretti-omero-grechetto-umbria-igt-italy.html https://www.thewinewave.com/moretti-omero-grechetto-umbria-igt-italy.html Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:53:25 +0000 Grechetto is the Umbrian white grape variety that makes this delicious, mineral-driven white wine. The vines are planted in clay and loam-based soils and are 20 years old. The wine was fermented in tank and then bottled unoaked. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/azienda-agricola-cos-nero-di-lupo-nero-davola.html https://www.thewinewave.com/azienda-agricola-cos-nero-di-lupo-nero-davola.html Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:04:20 +0000 Sicily's signature Nero d'Avola in its purest form—vibrant, juicy, and unmistakably authentic spice + subtle oak. Sourced from Terre Siciliane's sun-drenched vineyards, offers bright red fruit, subtle spice, lively finish for a complex yet smooth flavor. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/azienda-agricola-cos-pithos-rosso-di-vittoria-sici.html https://www.thewinewave.com/azienda-agricola-cos-pithos-rosso-di-vittoria-sici.html Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:59:39 +0000 Aromas of rose petal, sage and dried strawberry. Light bodied and juicy, it washes across the palate with saline-infused red berry fruit and a tinge of sour citrus. Finishes fresh and with medium length, leaving the slightest hint of licorice to linger.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/niepoort-lagar-de-baixo-baga-tinto-bairrada-portug.html https://www.thewinewave.com/niepoort-lagar-de-baixo-baga-tinto-bairrada-portug.html Mon, 31 Aug 2026 20:00:00 +0000 This Lagar de Baixo, the entry-level wine that Niepoort makes in Bairrada, opens up with blackberries, violets, stones and a subtle earthy note. The palate is medium-bodied and really supple, with silky tannins, tender fruit and an ethereal finish]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/jean-philippe-fichet-chassagne-montrachet-blanc-fr.html https://www.thewinewave.com/jean-philippe-fichet-chassagne-montrachet-blanc-fr.html Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:58:04 +0000 There is again good verve and freshness to the bigger-bodied and richer medium weight flavors that possess a caressing yet relatively powerful mouthfeel, all wrapped in a bone-dry, detailed and impressively long finale. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/rock-hill-farms-single-barrel-kentucky-straight-bo.html https://www.thewinewave.com/rock-hill-farms-single-barrel-kentucky-straight-bo.html Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:24:30 +0000 Swirling the sip pulls flavors of allspice, vanilla sticks, toasted sugar, and a light hint of cocktail cherries. The creaminess found at the start of the sip really elevates this palate, resulting in a fantastic sweeter flavor that keeps pulling you back]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/revanche-cognac-france.html https://www.thewinewave.com/revanche-cognac-france.html Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:50:42 +0000 Offers a smooth, balanced profile featuring rich aromas of cacao, coffee, black pepper, and candied prunes. Clear amber with golden reflections, or a deep copper-to-mahogany hue. Lengthy and rounded on the finish.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/jean-chartron-clos-de-la-pucelle-puligny-montrache.html https://www.thewinewave.com/jean-chartron-clos-de-la-pucelle-puligny-montrache.html Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:09:01 +0000 Boasts an impressive concentration of lime, passion fruit + green apple aroma, with a firm, flinty minerality. Texture is dense, not heavy, surprisingly fresh for the vintage. Complex flavors echo on an interminable finish, & among the Puligny successes. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/jean-chartron-puligny-montrachet-cote-de-beau.html https://www.thewinewave.com/jean-chartron-puligny-montrachet-cote-de-beau.html Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:57:04 +0000 A blend of owned and exchanged fruit. Another bright and quite minty bouquet that soars from the glass. Plenty of energy. The palate is fresh and vibrant, fine weight, quite tensile with plenty of mineralité on the finish. Classically styled, of pleasure.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/jean-chartron-chassagne-montrachet-cote-de-burgund.html https://www.thewinewave.com/jean-chartron-chassagne-montrachet-cote-de-burgund.html Fri, 28 Aug 2026 22:44:03 +0000 A superb bouquet of pear, lemon, a beautiful base of chalky soil tones, vanillin oak and a top note of lemon blossoms. Bright, succulent and full-bodied, with a lovely core, beautiful fine spine of acidity, focus and balance Very long, complex finish.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/alma-rosa-sta-rita-hills-pinot-noir-californi.html https://www.thewinewave.com/alma-rosa-sta-rita-hills-pinot-noir-californi.html Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:37:39 +0000 Open-knit and expressive even this early in its evolution, there is a pureness and generosity to the fruit of this polished wine, with brandied cherries, black raspberry-seamed ganache and minerals. Black-tea tannins promise successful aging in the cellar]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/golden-archer-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley.html https://www.thewinewave.com/golden-archer-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:28:17 +0000 A robust flavor profile marked by notes of dark berry fruits, subtle oak, and hints of spice.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/rocky-pond-winery-2023-11-dams-red-blend.html https://www.thewinewave.com/rocky-pond-winery-2023-11-dams-red-blend.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:16:47 +0000 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, 12% Malbec and 4% Cabernet Franc. Concentrated blackberry preserves, black cherry, and cedary herbs with savory layers of smoke brisket and a smooch of spice on the palate.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/ktima-pavlidis-winery-2024-emphasis-assyrtiko-pgi.html https://www.thewinewave.com/ktima-pavlidis-winery-2024-emphasis-assyrtiko-pgi.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:11:38 +0000 Aromas of white flowers, citrus and lemon peel combined with a sense of minerality. It is a full-bodied wine with a high and refreshing acidity, notes of citrus, stone and chalk dominating in the mouth and its long aftertaste.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/mercer-2022-small-lot-cabernet-sauvignon-horse-hea.html https://www.thewinewave.com/mercer-2022-small-lot-cabernet-sauvignon-horse-hea.html Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:02:03 +0000 Medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon opens with juicy wild berry fruit and a round, supple texture. Ripe blueberry notes mingle with subtle layers of pencil shavings and graphite, adding depth and a touch of minerality. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/cantina-furlani-2025-ephem-bianco-trentino-alto-ad.html https://www.thewinewave.com/cantina-furlani-2025-ephem-bianco-trentino-alto-ad.html Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:54:33 +0000 A early-harvest Chardonnay from mountain vineyards that clocks in at a low 9% abv. Fresh, delicate, and crisp with alpine minerality. Bottled un-fined, un-filtered, and with no sulfite addition. Great with lean seafood and mature hard cheeses.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/tiberi-vini-artigianali-pistarello-orange-italy.html https://www.thewinewave.com/tiberi-vini-artigianali-pistarello-orange-italy.html Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:50:08 +0000 Three weeks of skin maceration builds the backbone of this orange wine. Dried stone fruits, early grey tea, dried citrus rind, and earthiness, with tannic grip and weight that gives real structure. It defies the heavy reputation of some orange wines.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/cantina-furlani-amaro-trentino-alto-adige-italy-70.html https://www.thewinewave.com/cantina-furlani-amaro-trentino-alto-adige-italy-70.html Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:41:19 +0000 A traditional Torino style vino amaro with a base of wines blended from Cantina Furlani that are then combined with a mix of all natural herbs, botanicals, fruits and spices.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/cyril-eliott-blouge-languedoc-france.html https://www.thewinewave.com/cyril-eliott-blouge-languedoc-france.html Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:46:09 +0000 'Blouge' comes from blanc (white) + rouge (red). Like a hybrid between a serious rosé or chillable light red. Wild strawberry, bruised violets, tart cherry, pomegranate, and saline, mineral-driven finish. Native yeasts, aged in concrete unfined, unfiltere]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/leon-gold-pink-gold-pet-nat-rose-wuettemberg-germa.html https://www.thewinewave.com/leon-gold-pink-gold-pet-nat-rose-wuettemberg-germa.html Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:37:14 +0000 Bursts with notes of pink grapefruit, underripe strawberries, cherries, and wild rose, and the finish will surprise you with a big hit of minerality and a lingering Hubba Bubba dust. It’s always a Happy Hour with this Pink Gold sour. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/chateau-coussin-sainte-victoire-rose-cotes-de-prov.html https://www.thewinewave.com/chateau-coussin-sainte-victoire-rose-cotes-de-prov.html Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:11:42 +0000 A pale, luminous salmon-pink wine from Provence, France. It offers aromas of wild strawberry, white peach, and citrus zest. The palate is crisp and vibrant with red berry and grapefruit flavors, balanced by a mineral-driven, refreshing finish.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/the-crane-assembly-gb-crane-vineyard-george-red-st.html https://www.thewinewave.com/the-crane-assembly-gb-crane-vineyard-george-red-st.html Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:45:23 +0000 Notes of plum preserves, baked blackberries, and stewed black cherries, plus hints of garrigue, Indian spices, and dusty soil. The concentrated, full-bodied palate is rich and opulent, delivering a plush texture and a lingering anise note.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/benoit-lahaye-coteaux-champenois-bouzy-rouge-still.html https://www.thewinewave.com/benoit-lahaye-coteaux-champenois-bouzy-rouge-still.html Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:35:43 +0000 Fruity yet complex, showing earthy strawberries and violets. Light- to medium-bodied, firm and extracted. Chalky with savory tannins and good length.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/muller-ruprecht-2025-pinot-noir-rose-pfalz-germany.html https://www.thewinewave.com/muller-ruprecht-2025-pinot-noir-rose-pfalz-germany.html Mon, 17 Aug 2026 23:09:11 +0000 Pinot Noir from limestone rich soils in the Pfalz. This is an incredibly aromatic, light, fresh rose. Notes of peach, banana, and raspberry with lemon zest and and a salty minerality. Dry, crisp, and simply delicious!]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/domaine-vincent-pinard-nuance-sancerre-blanc.html https://www.thewinewave.com/domaine-vincent-pinard-nuance-sancerre-blanc.html Mon, 17 Aug 2026 22:08:46 +0000 Richer and more textured than standard Sancerre, offering deep minerality and a touch of oak influence. Fresh chalky minerality, white flowers, orange peel, wild berries, and a subtle hint of sandalwood. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/pheasants-tears-tsolikauri-imereti-georgian-r.html https://www.thewinewave.com/pheasants-tears-tsolikauri-imereti-georgian-r.html Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:37:13 +0000 Crafted from the indigenous Tsolikouri grape, it bursts with fresh citrus, green apple, and herbal notes. The wine’s crisp acidity and minerality offer a refreshing and lively palate. A true representation of Georgia’s natural wine heritage.]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/cornbread-hemp-raspberry-limeade-thc-seltzer-10mg.html https://www.thewinewave.com/cornbread-hemp-raspberry-limeade-thc-seltzer-10mg.html Tue, 04 Aug 2026 23:17:01 +0000 The brightness of fresh-picked raspberries with zesty lime for a seltzer that wakes up your taste buds, while up to 10mg of pure THC helps quiet your mind. Perfect when you're craving something vibrant yet balanced—just like the good life itself. ]]> https://www.thewinewave.com/hectares-watermelon-cucumber-mint-delta-9-craft-so.html https://www.thewinewave.com/hectares-watermelon-cucumber-mint-delta-9-craft-so.html Tue, 04 Aug 2026 23:03:27 +0000 Juicy watermelon with crisp cucumber, and just a tiny hint of mint, for a flavor that feels sophisticated, not sugary. With 5mg of Delta 9 THC and 5mg of CBD, it’s all about that perfect, balanced glow that lets you stay in the conversation.]]>