The Marchetti Tenuta del Cavaliere is one of the finest Verdicchios in the world and one of the reference point wines of Castelli di Jesi. We get this wine just once each year and when …
Talking Wine Like A Pro
After 20 years in this business, I’m beginning to realize that a lot of folks have trouble describing what they do and don’t like about the wines they’re drinking. Trust me, learning to talk about …
2019 Eugene Carrel Jongieux Rose
The second I smelled the 2019 Eugene Carrel Jongieux Rose, I knew I was gonna’ by a bunch of it! It reminded myself and my staff of the Lafage Rose, but it’s 5 bucks cheaper. …
2018 Le Grange de Piaugier Cotes du Rhone
The 2018 Le Grange de Piaugier Cotes du Rhone is an absolutely stupid deal in high quality, estate-grown Cotes du Rhone. From one of my favorite producers in the Southern Rhone, we’ve stocked this wine …
2018 Domaine Talmard Macon-Chardonnay
Vintage 2018 was very kind to the vignerons of Burgundy and the 2018 Domaine Talmard Macon-Chardonnay is a prime example. Hailing from the village of Chardonnay this one balances plush and ripe fruit with zesty …
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 …
2018 Oltretorrente Cortese Mags – Big Bottles of Delicious Italian White
The 2018 Oltretorrente Cortese is a very special white wine from a tiny, certified organic, husband and wife-run estate. And I am pleased to announce we purchased all 30 of the magnums that were available …
2018 Guy Allion ‘Les Mazelles’ Sauvignon Blanc – Baby Sancerre, Less Than $15
For those who love Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume but hate paying the price, the Guy Allion ‘Les Mazelles’ Sauvignon Blanc is going to make you very happy. From a smaller, family-run estate in Touraine, to the …
Bohigas Rosat Cava – Gorgeous Sparkling Rose
The Bohigas Rosat Cava is one of the best sparkling rose deals in the world. Bone dry yet round and loaded with ripe red fruits, it makes for a refreshing aperitif. Eric Asimov of the …
2018 Andre Bonhomme Macon Villages Vieilles Vignes – Marvelous Old Vine Macon
The 2018 Andre Bonhomme Macon Villages Vieilles Vignes is one of the finest White Burgundy values I’ve come across in my career. From 50+ year old, organically farmed vineyards, this one is packed with pure …