SOLD OUT – I’ve been drinking wines from this producer for years, and the 2016 Casa Castillo Monastrell is one of the top values this estate has ever put out. Rated 91+ points by Robert …
2018 Terre Nere Etna Rosso – Red Burgundy Meets Barolo
If you’re looking to try something new, distinctive, and delicious, the 2018 Terre Nere Etna Rosso is for you. 100% Nerello Mascalese from hillside vineyards on Mount Etna, the wine is both powerful and elegant. …
When Will Table Wine Reopen For In-Store Shopping?
As some businesses begin to reopen, we’ve been getting a lot of questions about when we will allow customers back in the store to shop. While we are still open for curbside pickup, I do …
2018 Cristia Cotes du Rhone Blanc – Drinks Like White Chateauneuf
The 2018 Cristia Cotes du Rhone Blanc absolutely blew me away when I tasted it. It honestly reminds me of a Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc and a good one at that. This is White Rhone …
White Burgundy Extreme Value – 2018 Jean Manciat Macon-Charnay
The 2018 Jean Manciat Macon-Charnay is an absurd value in high quality White Burgundy. From one of my favorite producers in the Maconnais, Manciat has scored big time in the highly rated 2018 vintage. This …
Satisfying Sicilian Red – 2016 Morgante Nero d’Avola
It was a bottle of Morgante Nero d’Avola that introduced me to the joys of Sicily’s most noble grape variety. And after tasting their newest release recently, both David and I agreed it was in …
2016 Burgo Viejo Rioja Crianza – 92 points and less than $15!
I’m not gonna’ beat around the bush — the week is off to a rough start. But it’s about to get better! The 2016 Burgo Viejo Rioja Crianza is a 92 point-rated red that retails …
Elegant and Finessed Spanish Red – 2017 Descendientes de Jose Palacios Petalos
The 2017 Descendientes de Jose Palacios Petalos is a great example of an elegant and finessed Spanish red wine. Composed entirely of Spain’s native Mencia grape and coming from the rugged vineyards of Bierzo, in Northwestern …
Highly Rated Riojas From Alegre Valganon
These tiny production, traditionally styled Rioja Tinto and Rioja Blanco wines from Alegre Valganon are new to the store and have quickly become staff favorites. Both the Tinto and the Blanco scored 92 points from …
Top Value Corsican White – Domaine Vetriccie Ile de Beaute Blanc
I know it’s still winter, but it’s been forever since I’ve run a good white special. And the 2018 Domaine Vetriccie Ile de Beaute Blanc is something you’ve got try. Rated 90 points by Wine …