This rosso frizzante hails from the Sorrento Peninsula south of Naples — think Amalfi coast, romantic vistas, and of course pizza. Think of it as a vacation in a bottle. The Washington-area importer, Michael R. Downey Selections,... Read More
A pure product of Cahors, made of Malbec complemented by some bunches of Merlot. Its upright and welcoming character will tell you a lot about the appellation and its wines. An intense and fresh nose, with blackcurrant, wild pepper... Read More
Pleasantly sweet, Adesso’s berry aromas and flavors are impossible to resist. Low in alcohol, Adesso is a fun and easy to drink red wine for those who prefer their wines “off dry”.
This Louis Martini Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon is an approachable, fruit-driven wine. It offers a welcomingly round mouthfeel with ripe notes of red fruit and cherry. Delicate hints of dark chocolate and oak spice on the... Read More
Delicate rose in color with hints of pomegranate, the wine is extremely fresh and aromatic with notes of rose and pomegranate on the nose. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a gorgeous balance between its fruit and floral notes.... Read More
Brilliant garnet in color with a slight purple hue. The layered flavors of Zinfandel coupled with their bold barrel ageing method result in notes of cranberries, prunes, Marcona almonds, toffee, oregano and thyme.
Adegas Gran Vinum’s “Mar de Viñas” release from the 2022 vintage is terrific and an excellent value as well. This is sourced from the Val do Salnés sub-region of Rias Baixas, and displays fruit... Read More
This crisp, zesty Sauvignon Blanc displays textbook aromas and flavors of green fig, gooseberry and lime. Grassy herbal notes are supported by elegant underpinnings of mineral and chalk.
Made from 40 year old vines and hand harvested each year from family vineyards. A beautiful wine, rich and velvety, with ripe red fruit, cedar and spice flavors. Pair with game, roasted lamb, or stews.
Ruby red with garnet hints. Intense, full, rich and ethereal aromas of blackberry, plum, Mediterranean vegetation, ripe fruit, and leather. Warm, rich and generous, with complex tones and flavors of almond and blackcurrant. Perfect... Read More
King Estate Inscription Willamette Valley Pinot Noir: King Estate Inscription Pinot Noir is crafted in Oregon's Willamette Valley, celebrated for its exceptional Pinot Noir grapes. This wine features bright red berry flavors... Read More
This is another excellent Albariño from Bodegas Gran Vinum, and though I slightly preferred the bodega’s Mar de Viñas release from the 2023 vintage, you should not hesitate to grab this if you don’t see... Read More
A luminous pale gold, this wine opens on the nose with freshness of a first summer rain, layered with scents of white peach and a hint of guava. The palate features a lively acidity balanced by delicate fruit flavors of peach... Read More
Aromas of key lime pie, pineapple, golden delicious apple, caramel, and vanilla. Flavors of honeycomb, roasted almonds, crème brulee, mandarin and pineapple. This wine is full bodied with a soft, creamy and viscous texture.... Read More
New look, same great Chardonnay! Our Un-Oaked Chardonnay explodes aromatically with stone fruits like peeled white peach and nectarine. The bright tropical nuances on the palate resemble freshly cut pineapple and papaya with hints... Read More
Secco is made with 100% Pinot Noir grapes that do well in the climate around the lake where they are grown. Produced in a prosecco style - gives the bubbles a gentle but persistent texture. The mouth feel is creamy and fulfilling.... Read More
Pale salmon pink in color. Nose has notes of white flowers that then develop into white peach skin. The palate expresses the velvety texture of citrus peel and the zestiness of an essential oil. Not mandarin, not lemon, not orange,... Read More
This is a lively, crisp blend of old vine Grenache Blanc with Chardonnay and Rolle (Vermentino). Floral and aromatic, it is an excellent example of the open and friendly whites you can find all along the Catalan coast from Perpignan... Read More
This wine has dense tannins that partner the ripe black fruits. With its full-bodied dark-plum flavors and texture that is smoothing out, the wine has weight, richness and a good future.
Nearly crystal clear in the glass, this blend of 60% Vermentino and 40% Grenache Blanc is very aromatic with poached pear, jasmine and gardenia on the tropical-leaning nose. More of those floral and pear flavors meet with coconut... Read More
Elegant ruby and garnet color over a very deep cherry red. Aromas of vanilla with intense fruity tones and soft tannins coming from the wood. It has a long, pleasant and very harmonic aftertaste, perfectly structured and fleshy.... Read More
Full, rich and fruity wine, enticingly aromatic, with strawberry fruits and an easy, just tannic edge. The wine is soft, ripe, the fruits finely balanced with acidity.
This 100% Merlot packs a big fruit punch. Massive amounts of blackberries and black currants are surrounded by aromas and flavors of anise, saddle leather, clove and creamy dark-chocolate mousse. Fortunately, the wine’s... Read More
This estate dating back at least to the 15th century has made a rich and dense wine. Perfumed fruits with blackberry richness contrast with the firm, dry core. The wine will age well and be ready to drink from 2022.