Varietal
Domaine Jean Grivot 2017 Richebourg Grand Cru, Côte de Nuits, France
Wafts from the glass with notes of rose petal, dark wild berries, smoke, Asian spices, espresso, licorice, and rich soil. The wine is full-bodied, its satiny structuring tannins cloaked in succulent, fleshy fruit, and its finish long and vibrant.
$2,599.99
Chappellet 2021 Pritchard Hill Estate Vineyard, Cabernet Franc, Napa Valley, California
It charges out the gate with bold expressions of warm cassis, wild blueberries and black raspberries. Hints of chocolate box, menthol, tapenade, smoked meats and pencil lead. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is bursting with black fruits.
$129.99
Arnaud Mortet 2017 Mazoyères-Chambertin Grand Cru, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
A fruit-forward and velvety expression is spicy and smoky, noted with flavors of cherry, raspberry, and wet stones. Bright acidity and well-integrated tannins make this wine equally delicious for drinking now but could lay down in the cellar for years.
$699.99
Frank Cornelissen 2019 'Munjebel FM' Terre Siciliane Rosso IGT, Sicily, Italy
One of the icons. 100% Nerello Mascalese from a mix of four different vineyards averaging 60 years old, with some of their best Crus included. Fermented for 60 days and again aged all in tank, bottled lightly filtered with no sulfur added.
$83.99
Domaine Henry Natter 2022 Sancerre Rouge, Loire Valley, France
There's been Pinot growing in Sancerre's hills for ages! Cherry and violet aromas. Well balanced fruitiness by a slight velvety tannin, has that unmistakable limestone lift. Raised entirely in tank, it has a lovely palate with a delightful spicy finish!
$39.99
Scarecrow 2022 'M. Étain' Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford, Napa Valley, California
Scents of cedar, cherries and dusty earth mark the nose, while there's a nice tension to this wine's medium to full-bodied palate, with red berries and even some faint herbal streaks, plus darker berries and hints of earthiness. 94 points Wine Advocate
$249.99
Tommasi 2022 Vigneto Rafaèl Valpolicella Classico Superiore, Veneto, Italy
From the historic single vineyard of the same name. Beautifully balanced and very expressive, this medium-bodied red showcases big red and black fruit flavors with notes of sage, mint and marjoram, carried by velvety tannins and mouthwatering acidity.
$21.99
Domaine Leflaive 2020 Les Chenes, Mâcon-Verzé, Burgundy, France
Ripe pear, and floral-inflected nose reveals notes of citrus and white orchard fruit/flowers. Attractive mouthfeel that carries over to the delicious, and appealing dry finale. Some excellent complex body/texture that carries on refined Burgundy notes.
$79.99
Vega Sicilia 2020 Tinto Valbuena 5, Ribera del Duero, Spain 1.5L
The 2020 Valbuena the is more fluid and only medium-bodied, the tannins are fine-grained and polished, and less juicy/more rustic. With time in the glass, the wine opens up and becomes more aromatic, and it even seems to gain juiciness and change texture.
$549.99
Baricci 2020 Colombaio di Montosoli, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy
Opens slowly in the glass, dark and earthy at first, gaining freshness of red plums and hints of spice. The 2020 leaves a note of sour citrus, adding mouth-watering quality, formed tannins and a blackberry tinge that keeps the taster going back for more.
$109.99
Sept Winery 2019 'Cuvée du Soleil', Batroun, Lebanon
55% Tempranillo , 45% Cabernet Sauvignon: Cultivated from the fruit of the vines found on the eastern hillside of Mount Lebanon; this vintage is distinguished by an elegant roundness and silk tannins that are the gifts from the sun. Pairs with spicy meals
$54.99
Sept Winery 2019 'Obeideh' White, Batroun, Lebanon
Sept Winery Obeideh has a nose of white flowers, night-blooming jasmine, and honeysuckle. The mouth is fresh and citrusy with hints of bitter almonds and honey. This wine has a rich structure. Organic. Minimal intervention.
$49.99
Brancaia 2021 'Ilatraia' Toscana Rosso IGT, Tuscany, Italy
Shows an inky dark appearance with lots of black and purple fruit intensity. This vintage is slightly more accessible in terms of mouthfeel, but it still delivers ample spice, grilled herb and black pepper.
$65.99
Brancaia 2023 Chianti Classico DOCG, Tuscany, Italy
On the nose, savory aromas of wild oregano, sage, thyme, hot tar, flint and petrol billow from the glass. On the palate, raspberries join a mix of ripe and tart cherries, before a finish of orange jam and herbs. A textured, energetic wine.
$26.99
Elvio Cogno 2020 'Ravera', Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
Exhibits a complex profile of dark fruits, spices, and earthiness. It's a plush, fleshed-out expression with notes of dark cherry, plum, sweet iris root, and dark spice. The wine is firm, rich, and long-lasting, with a balance of tannins and acidity.
$124.99
Olivier Leflaive 2022 Bourgogne Blanc, Les Sétilles, Burgundy, France
Very attractive nose of sliced pears, white flowers and citrus zest. Fresh and lively with a touch of creaminess on the mid-palate and a crisp acidity, this has some of the elegance Puligny-Montrachet is famous for. One of the best value white Burgundy.
$49.99
Joseph Phelps Vineyards 2022 Freestone Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, California
A vibrant, medium-bodied Sonoma Coast wine with aromas of red/black cherry, forest floor, and cedar. Aged in 35% new French oak, it features silky tannins, bright acidity, and flavors of blueberry, dark plum, and tea.
$59.99
DeLille Cellars 2023 Chaleur Blanc, Columbia Valley, Washington
The 2022 wafts up with a spicy bouquet of ripe peach, lemon zest and complementing hints of vanilla bean. It's silky and round, with a measured inner sweetness that gives way to sour melon and a tinge of sweet mint. Beautifully-crisp, refreshing and long.
$27.99
Comte Lafond 2023 Sancerre, Loire Valley, France
Clear and bright gold. Nose is appreciated for its intense and rich bouquet dominated by floral notes of hawthorn and mulberry. On the palate it stands out for its nervous and fresh soul that typifies the sip with an aftertaste reminiscent of white citrus
$49.97
Domaine Leflaive 2022 Les Pucelles, Puligny-Montrachet, Premier Cru, Burgundy, France
Pear, citrus oil, anise, yellow apple and toasted nuts. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and nicely concentrated, it's deep and seamless, with an elegant, charming profile. Could this evolve like a modern-day version of the domaine's stunningly good 1982?
$1,149.99
Vega Sicilia 2019 PINTIA, Toro, Spain
Robust and concentrated, featuring a texture reminiscent of pomegranate and a lingering finish that leaves a profound and enduring impression. This red wine is a dynamic expression of its terroir, perfect for those in pursuit of intensity and complexity.
$89.97
Babylonstoren 2023 Nebukadnesar, Western Cape, South Africa
This red blend leads with black currant and cocoa powder aromas, followed by notes of thyme and cloves. It’s full-bodied, lightly chewy and spicy, with fine-grained tannins. Fresh, fragrant and firm finish.
$46.99
Au Sommet 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon by Heidi Barrett, Atlas Peak, Napa Valley, California
A classic mountain wine, with an exciting mix of dark fruit, gravel, graphite, savory herbs, chocolate and menthol. The bouquet alone is mesmerizing, but there is plenty of fruit depth, complexity and overall structure.
$299.99