There’s been a bit of confusion concerning our discount, hold, and return policies. We totally get it as it can be a lot to take in. Between the featured newsletter wines, which are already discounted, …
Why Is Wine Giving Me A Headache?
“Why is wine giving me a headache?” You would not believe how many times I get asked that question. And I feel you, after 20 years in this business, wine sometimes gives me a headache …
When Wine Goes Bad
If you drink wine somewhat regularly, you are bound to come across bottles that you don’t like. Often and unfortunately, this is just bad luck, and you probably picked a wine that didn’t suit your …
2020 La Chapelle du Bastien Picpoul de Pinet
The 2020 La Chapelle du Bastien Picpoul de Pinet has become a runaway staff and customer favorite. The ancient Picpoul grape usually produces clean and crisp whites perfect for washing down oysters and mussels. And …
2019 Caparsa Rosso di Caparsa
The 2019 Caparsa Rosso di Caparsa is a wine I can’t stop pondering. The essence of pure, traditional, and honest Sangiovese, it easily tops most Chianti Classicos, many of which cost a lot more. “Paolo …
2020 Ioppa Nebbiolo Rose Rusin
I’m loving the 2020 Ioppa Nebbiolo Rose Rusin just as much as I loved the 2019. From vineyards to the north of Barolo and Barbaresco, this is highly aromatic, full-flavored and delightful. Offering up loads …
Dazzling Chiantis from Caparsa
Caparsa is the Chianti producer everyone’s talking about. Brought to us by importer Jay Murrie of Piedmont Wine Imports, Caparsa crafts tiny amounts of traditional, soulful, and compelling Chiantis. “I was quite frankly blown away …
2019 Domaine Talmard Macon-Chardonnay
Vintage 2019 was another strong year for the producers of Burgundy, and the 2019 Domaine Talmard Macon-Chardonnay is a prime example. Hailing from the village of Chardonnay, this un-oaked chardonnay balances plush and ripe fruit …
2019 Domaine Ricard Touraine Blanc ‘Le Petiot’
For fans of Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc, you are going to want to try the 2019 Domaine Ricard Touraine Blanc ‘Le Petiot.’ This fifth generation, family-run estate is making some of the top wines in …
2018 Raul Perez Ultreia Saint Jacques
Is Raul Perez the best winemaker in the world? This was the question posed by Decanter in this article from March of 2019. All I can say is that I’ve never had a wine made …