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White Burgundy, Etna Bianco
Bandol, Zerbina Rosso
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12 Noon Sept. 3 & all day Sept. 4
We will re-open 12:30 Thursday September 5
Bandol, Zerbina Rosso
Cellar Door Will be closed at
12 Noon Sept. 3 & all day Sept. 4
We will re-open 12:30 Thursday September 5
2022 PRA VALPOLICELLA
'MORANDINA'
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
'MORANDINA'
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
Grown in an area where both the Valpollicella and Amarone are known for the expressions of brutal power, Pra’s versions maintain integrity, class and succulence and are a tad lower in alcohol and made in a style to go directly to the table.
Lively juice with aromas of blackberry, bing cherry, almond and dark chocolate all filling your nose. Lusciously textured but buoyant from entry to the impressive finish with fine balance and approachability throughout makes it never be oversized or heavy. Truckloads of fruit define the palate, with notes of espresso bean, exotic spice and chocolate covered berries and earth all coming out on the finish. A great twenty-dollar Valpolicella that will impress and work so well with any Italian dinner.
Lively juice with aromas of blackberry, bing cherry, almond and dark chocolate all filling your nose. Lusciously textured but buoyant from entry to the impressive finish with fine balance and approachability throughout makes it never be oversized or heavy. Truckloads of fruit define the palate, with notes of espresso bean, exotic spice and chocolate covered berries and earth all coming out on the finish. A great twenty-dollar Valpolicella that will impress and work so well with any Italian dinner.
2020 DOMAINE LE GALANTIN
BANDOL ROUGE
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
BANDOL ROUGE
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
Domaine le Galantin is renowned for their Rose wines and in fact, the estate only produced Rose when founded in 1965. Over time they have expanded into red and white wines and this forward, formidable Bandol does not take a back seat to their pink wine.
90% Mourvedre & 10% Grenache, this is the epitome of neo-classical Bandol. Combining an aromatic nose of fresh leather and pipe tobacco with a user-friendly palate of assorted ripe plums, spice and peppercorns, this wine reveals its origins very well and follows through to an exceptionally long finish even though its tannins are smoothed out and well-rounded to make it accessible over the next 7-8 years. Nevertheless, this is a boisterous and rotund wine requiring an equally full-on dish. Very enticing, it will truly shine with such hearty red meat entrees as grilled lamb, sausages or beef kabobs.
90% Mourvedre & 10% Grenache, this is the epitome of neo-classical Bandol. Combining an aromatic nose of fresh leather and pipe tobacco with a user-friendly palate of assorted ripe plums, spice and peppercorns, this wine reveals its origins very well and follows through to an exceptionally long finish even though its tannins are smoothed out and well-rounded to make it accessible over the next 7-8 years. Nevertheless, this is a boisterous and rotund wine requiring an equally full-on dish. Very enticing, it will truly shine with such hearty red meat entrees as grilled lamb, sausages or beef kabobs.
2017 ZERBINA 'MARZIENO'
RAVENNA ROSSO
$39.99 BTL./$239.94 - 6 PACK
RAVENNA ROSSO
$39.99 BTL./$239.94 - 6 PACK
Zerbina's Marzieno is a legendary red blend that if it were a 'Super Tuscan', it would certainly be in the 80-100 range. Very ageworthy and winning eleven of Gambero Rosso's vaunted Tre Bicchieri awards (Cristina has twenty-five in total during her tenure) for this wine alone it is certain that her 2017 will be another very memorable offering. This wine is young, but it does not disappoint and will cellar beautifully.
The base is 40% Sangiovese with the remaining 60% blend being Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah and not produced every year, only in fine vintages. Savory blackberry, ground pepper, licorice, cassis, Italian herbs and with hints of smoke and nutmeg arriving late on the scene. Terrific complexity at age six. Bold, full and generous but not oversized or overdone. A superb Italian/Bordeaux-like presence on the long, structured finish revealing Havanas and Morello cherry intertwined with earth and coffee notes. If you drink this now, do decant and have it with a T-bone steak or ossobuco...this can and will age nicely and drink well through 2034 and beyond.
The base is 40% Sangiovese with the remaining 60% blend being Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah and not produced every year, only in fine vintages. Savory blackberry, ground pepper, licorice, cassis, Italian herbs and with hints of smoke and nutmeg arriving late on the scene. Terrific complexity at age six. Bold, full and generous but not oversized or overdone. A superb Italian/Bordeaux-like presence on the long, structured finish revealing Havanas and Morello cherry intertwined with earth and coffee notes. If you drink this now, do decant and have it with a T-bone steak or ossobuco...this can and will age nicely and drink well through 2034 and beyond.
2023 TERRE NERE ETNA BIANCO
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
$26.99 BTL./$323.88 CASE
From Mount Etna’s most influential producer is the new arrival of the 2023 Etna Bianco. As usual, quantities are limited but the quality is in orbit.
Pliant, bright and teeming with lime, quince, white peach, anise and plenty of smoky and savory aspects from Etna’s volcanic soils. Lovely presence on the palate, this wine stretches out nicely on the palate and bursts into being vivacious and mouthwatering on the home stretch. Flavorful and fun yet with no shortage of sophistication this compelling white wine will pair well with mussels, grilled shrimp, roasted or grilled chicken with Italian herbs. Only 60 bottles available.
Pliant, bright and teeming with lime, quince, white peach, anise and plenty of smoky and savory aspects from Etna’s volcanic soils. Lovely presence on the palate, this wine stretches out nicely on the palate and bursts into being vivacious and mouthwatering on the home stretch. Flavorful and fun yet with no shortage of sophistication this compelling white wine will pair well with mussels, grilled shrimp, roasted or grilled chicken with Italian herbs. Only 60 bottles available.
2022 SANGOUARD-GUYOT
MACON-VERGISSON 'LA ROCHE'
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
MACON-VERGISSON 'LA ROCHE'
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
From a producer who has always made solid wines, it was exhilarating to taste their range of 2022s which I felt is their best work to date. Macon-Vergisson is from one of the four villages that make up the famed Pouilly-Fuisse region. Sangouard-Guyot specializes in Pouilly-Fuisse but also makes very credible Macon wines.
Aged in 10-year-old neutral barrels from a 1.25-acre plot, this little brother Pouilly-Fuisse comes from a site in Vergisson not qualified for Pouilly-Fuisse, thus labeled Macon-Fuisse. Nice amplification, depth, green and yellow apple with lemon curd and prominent minerality from the very rocky soils. Quite expansive and drawn out, this sophisticated value goes nicely with roasted chicken, grilled fish (particularly salmon) or vegetarian dishes revolving around squashes.
Aged in 10-year-old neutral barrels from a 1.25-acre plot, this little brother Pouilly-Fuisse comes from a site in Vergisson not qualified for Pouilly-Fuisse, thus labeled Macon-Fuisse. Nice amplification, depth, green and yellow apple with lemon curd and prominent minerality from the very rocky soils. Quite expansive and drawn out, this sophisticated value goes nicely with roasted chicken, grilled fish (particularly salmon) or vegetarian dishes revolving around squashes.
2023 STRATUM SAUVIGNON BLANC
WAIRAPA VALLEY
$10.99 BTL./$131.88 CASE
WAIRAPA VALLEY
$10.99 BTL./$131.88 CASE
We highlighted this producer’s Pinot Noir value earlier this year and their Sauvignon Blanc is smashing and prototypical and at a great price point.
The Waipara Valley is situated just south of Marlborough and the city of Christchurch. Bursting mandarin fruit nicely buffered by gooseberry and vibrant herb tones. Fully dry with no kisses of sugar. A ringing, addictively mouth-watering white wine that makes one desire to drink more, more and more. Have with spicy Asian-inspired preparations.
The Waipara Valley is situated just south of Marlborough and the city of Christchurch. Bursting mandarin fruit nicely buffered by gooseberry and vibrant herb tones. Fully dry with no kisses of sugar. A ringing, addictively mouth-watering white wine that makes one desire to drink more, more and more. Have with spicy Asian-inspired preparations.
