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Alasia Brachetto d'Acqui 2018, Piedmont, Italy
$16.00
REGION
Piedmont, Italy
VARIETAL
Brachetto
TASTING NOTES
Delicately aromatic with aromas of fresh crushed raspberries and rose petals. The palate is lightly sparkling and with fresh red berry fruit. The sweetness is perfectly balanced by mouth-watering acidity and a juicy finish. This frizzante (gently sparkling) is a great apéritif and perfect for a summer's afternoon drink. This wine also pairs well with chocolate desserts and fruit salads. -Winemaker's Notes
(Vegan)
ALB Vodka 1L
$22.00
Made from American corn and distilled six times before being meticulously blended and run through charcoal filters, ALB Vodka is clean and crisp with a touch of sweetness. Neutral enough to be shaken into a cocktail and smooth enough to drink on the rocks.
1 Liter
Ampeleia 'Unlitro' 2018, Tuscany, Italy
$20.00
REGION
Tuscany, Italy
VARIETAL
60% Alicante Nero (aka Grenache), 30% Mourvedre, 8% Carignano & 2% Alicante Bouschet
TASTING NOTES
This well-crafted liter of wine hailing from Maremma, along the Tuscan coast, is the hard work of winemaker Elisabetta Foradori. Foradori, famous for her Teroldego's, has partnered up with friends and financiers Thomas Widmann and Giovanni Podini to produce some truly startling and complex wines. Her Ampeleia is a cuvée full of soft berries, ripe cherry aromas, pomegranate and rustic minerals with a clean and easy finish. This gentle Italian is hard to put down and a great match for olives, cheese, charcuterie and friends.
1 Liter
(Organic)
Anthill Farms 'North Coast' Pinot Noir, California
$26.00
REGION
Sonoma Coast, Anderson Valley & Comptche, California
VARIETAL
Pinot Noir
TASTING NOTE
Here we have another delicious offering from our friends at Anthill Farms. This wine is blended from their top vineyards in the Sonoma Coast and Anderson Valley along with a dollop of Comptche. With a sumptuous bouquet of blueberry, plum and cinnamon leading into flavors of raspberry, forest floor and slight apple skin, this wine is sure to delight. Pair this earthy beauty alongside roast chicken, beef Wellington or roasted butternut squash soup.
Antica Tenuta Pietramore Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo Superiore Rosato 2018, Abruzzo, Italy
$17.00
REGION
Abruzzo, Italy
VARIETAL
Montepulciano
TASTING NOTES
Antica Tenuta Pietramore Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2016, Abruzzo, Italy
$18.00
REGION
Abruzzo, Italy
VARIETAL
Montepulciano
TASTING NOTES
Disco in not dead! With vines planted in the mid 70's, this wine screams of Diana Ross, Chic, and The Bee Gees. The vineyards are nestled in a picturesque area between the Maiella mountains and the Adriatic sea which results in a unique microclimate with very diverse soil. The scent of the wine reveals dark prune, blackberry and slight cocoa while the palate receives a rush of black cherry, plum and dried oregano. Pair this dancing queen with Shepard's pie, mac and cheese or a black bean burger.
(Organic, Biodynamic & Vegan)
Averaen Pinot Noir 2017, Willamette Valley, Oregon
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REGION
Willamette Valley, Oregon
VARIETAL
Pinot Noir
TASTING NOTES
The Averaen opens with aromatic plumes of red fruits and earth – spiced raspberry and macerated strawberry aromas are blackened by sappy/maple tones and elevated by fresh-cut flowers, cardamom and sanguine notes. A lively and explosive entry of summer berries gives way to a decked-out mid-palate wrapping the red-blue berry character around a generous core of sage, allspice and licorice. Tightly knit layers of fruit, earth and oak & stem derived tannins provide a long, electrifying finish. -Importer's Notes
Banshee 'Mordecai' Red 2016, California
$22.00
REGION
California
VARIETAL
24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Zinfandel, 15% Tannat, 14% Malbec, 10% Petite Sirah, 9% Merlot, 5% Carignan, 4% Syrah & 3% Grenache
TASTING NOTES
An enticing nose of pepper, violets, cigar and cassis aromas begins the journey of this beguiling full bodied red. On the palate, a mouthwatering mélange of red berry and plum flavors backed by earthy tones of herb roasted meat and fresh black trumpet give way to a spice-laden finish. The grapes are sourced from Anderson Valley, Sonoma County, Napa Valley and Mendocino County. The very rough and unscientific formula is this: about a third Bordeaux varieties, about a third Rhone varieties, and about a third other varieties dominated by Zinfandel with a bit of this or that peppered in. -Winemaker's Notes
Banyan Gewürztraminer 2018, Monterey County, California
$17.00
REGION
Monterey County, California
VARIETAL
Gewürztraminer
TASTING NOTES
"I'm floating down a river, oars freed from their homes long ago." Kenny Likitprakong is one of our favorite producers and this is the wine that started it all. Kenny is half Thai, and after searching for a California wine that would pair well with Thai food, Kenny decided to just make his own. Subtle scents of jasmine, lychee, and dried mango permeate the nose, while flavors of green papaya, honeysuckle, and apple are adrift on your taste buds. Pair this wine with Thai food (obviously), roast turkey, or crab dip.
Benito Santos 'Igrexario de Saiar' Albariño 2018, Galicia, Spain
$18.00
REGION
Rías Baixas, Galicia, Spain
VARIETAL
Albariño
TASTING NOTES
From a vineyard in Salnés, this wine spends a few months on the lees before bottling to add to it's full flavor. Expect aromas of lemon zest, mineral and cream leading to a palate that opens with an explosion of citrus fruit and crisp, driving acidity, saltiness, and long tingly finish. For seafood lovers, Albariño is a fantastic choice for pairing with exquisite dishes like ceviche, fish tacos, seafood pasta, and shrimp.
(Organic)
Bichi 'No Sapiens' 2017, Baja California, Mexico
$28.00
REGION
Baja California, Mexico
VARIETAL
???????
TASTING NOTES
Mexico has a centuries-long history of wine making that has mostly gone under the radar. Spanish conquistadors planted vines in the early 1500s (earlier than both Chile and Argentina!) and Baja California holds about 90% of the vines in the entire country due to its ideal climate and geography. "No Sapiens" comes from a single, dry-farmed, 69-year-old vineyard comprised of a mysterious grape variety that remains unidentified. This naked beauty is bursting with aromas of cherry, spun sugar, and rose petals, while the taste buds are treated to accents of dried strawberries, violets and cranberries. Pair this mystery with roasted leeks, pumpkin lasagne, or cured meats.
(Organic & Biodynamic)
Bonal Gentiane Quina
$20.00
Since 1865, this spicy, earthy apéritif has been known as “ouvre l’appétit” - the key to the appetite. Serious in its role as an apéritif, and then popular with sportsmen, Bonal became an early sponsor of the Tour de France. It is made by an infusion of gentian, cinchona (quinine) and renowned herbs of the Grande Chartreuse mountains in a mistelle base. While tradition is to drink neat with a twist, Bonal also mixes well with fresh or hard cider, sparkling wine, and Scotch or American whiskies. Excellent with hard, salty cheeses, salted nuts, or earthy, spicy foods. -Importer's Notes
750ml
Broker's London Dry Gin 1L
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Broker’s Gin is made in a 200-year-old distillery in the heart of England using a traditional copper pot-still. The recipe is as old as the distillery. A quadruple-distilled pure grain spirit made from English wheat is redistilled with ten traditional botanicals, creating a gin of outstanding flavour and smoothness. This extremely dry and serious juniper heavy Gin calls for martini's and a kaftan.
1L
(Kosher)
Caffo Amaretto
$20.00
The history of the Caffo family business dates back to the end of the 19th century, when Giuseppe Caffo, the Master Distiller, class of 1865, began distilling pomace on the side of volcanic Mt. Etna. After years of experience trading and managing distilleries, his dream became reality when in 1915 he bought and old distillery in Santa Venerina, Sicily. He fully dedicated himself to his passion and passed his knowledge along to his children. Giuseppe’s son, Sebastiano Caffo, soon became a Master Distiller himself, and together they founded the company ‘Fratelli Caffo’ with Sebastiano’s brother, Santo Caffo. Initially, Caffo produced a small range of spirits distilled from wine, however the Caffo distillery gradually began producing and earning recognition for their fruit and herbal liqueurs and classic Italian spirits such as Amaro, Limoncino, Amaretto, Sambuca, and aged Grappa.
Caffo’s Amaretto is titled “Fratelli D’Italia” – English translation: Brothers of Italy. In the 1930’s many Italians emigrated from their homeland seeking success. This Amaretto was created and dedicated to these Italian “Brothers” so they could carry around the world with them a small piece of home. Made from estate grown almonds, sugar and alcohol, this amaretto is the most pure and expressive on the market today. The expert distillers at Caffo produced this all-natural Amaretto from 100% real Sicilian almonds and macerated it in an herbal infusion. It’s like marzipan in a glass…
-Importer's Notes
750ml
Calcarius Bianco 2018, Puglia, Italy -1L
$25.00
REGION
Puglia, Italy
VARIETAL
Bombino Bianco
TASTING NOTES
Calcarius is an avant-garde natural wine project from Valentina Passalacqua who, after the birth of her daughter, felt a desire to return to her homeland and engage more with nature. Although the wines do receive a small dose of sulfur for stability during travel, they taste like unsulfured natural wines to us, vibrant and easy to drink. With an unctuous nose, this wine's bouquet displays hints of lemon rind, grapefruit and pizza dough with flavors of clementine, white peony and eucalyptus peering through.
1L
Cappelletti 'Il Specialino' Apéritivo
$21.00
A classy aperitif, il Specialino, an alcoholic bitter with a base of aromatized wine, obtained from the infusion of bitter Alpine herbs characterized by an intense aroma and ruby red colour.
It is the perfect addition to cocktails and thanks to its all natural ingredients and harmonious aromas of orange and herbal notes, it provokes a bitter-sweet sensation, and has a lively, persistent taste that stimulates the senses.
It is made from a century old secret formula that skilfully blends white wine, herbs and selected spices which are left to steep in the alcohol. During this time of infusion, it is mixed by hand daily. After natural sedimentation the liquid is filtered, bottled and labelled. -Distiller's Notes
750ml
Caruso & Minini 'Naturalmente Bio' Grillo 2018, Sicily, Italy
$21.00
REGION
Sicilia, Sicily, Italy
VARIETAL
Grillo
TASTING NOTES
This Sicilian beauty is ready to enjoy right away and would be simply smashing with chicken piccata or even grilled swordfish. An expressive nose of citrus blossoms, white flowers and a touch of honey move to textured flavors of green pear, savory herbs and stone fruit. Pop the cork and let it take you for a ride!
Castellroig Cava Brut
$20.00
REGION
Penèdes, Catalonia, Spain
VARIETAL
45% Macabeu, 30% Xarel-lo & 25% Parellada
TASTING NOTES
Castelroig (pronounced
(Organic)
Chambord Raspberry Liqueur - 375ml
$24.00
It is difficult to imagine a liqueur more elegant than Chambord. It became an instant success when it was introduced in the early 1980s and has been a top-shelf denizen since its arrival. Now, Chambord Black Raspberry Liqueur is featured in such a large repertoire of classic and contemporary cocktails alike that the brand is permanently enrolled in the "must have" class. In the hands of the inspired, the super-premium brand has no creative limits. Chambord is made on the premises of a traditional Loire Valley Chateau south of Paris in Cour-Cheverny France. The liqueur is crafted using all-natural ingredients. An infusion of fresh raspberries and blackberries is married with a proprietary blend of natural black raspberry fruit extract, cognac, Madagascar vanilla, Moroccan citrus peel, honey and delicate herbs and spices. Everything about Chambord is sensational. The intrigue begins with its opaque appearance and extremely deep, ruby/purple hue. The liqueur has a luxuriously textured, medium-weight body and a wafting herbal and fruit bouquet. The semisweet palate is a lavish affair of raspberries, spice, herbs and a taste of honey. The flavors persist on the palate for a remarkably long finish. Chambord was inspired by a unique, black raspberry liqueur produced in the Loire Valley of France in the late 17th Century. While visiting the Chateau de Chambord, King Louis XIV sampled the liqueur and became immediately enamored with it. The rest is history.
375ml
Château Les Croisille 'Croizillon' 2017, Southwest France, France
$20.00
REGION
Cahors, Southwest, France
VARIETAL
Malbec
TASTING NOTES
Interesting fact, the wine of this region has such a deep color that they were commonly referred to as "Black Wines" in the past. This wine was beloved by roman emperors who authorized the vines to be planted some 2000 years ago in France. This wine offers up a meaty bouquet of stewed plum, tobacco leaf and slight copper leading into flavors of black cherry, cocoa and plum. Pair this wine with sage and brown butter ravioli, pink peppercorn lamb or a bacon wrapped filet mignon.
(Biodynamic)
Château Peybonhomme-Les Tours 2016, Bordeaux, France
$22.00
REGION
Côtes de Blaye, Bordeaux, France
VARIETAL
70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon & 10% Malbec
TASTING NOTES
Beckoning aromas of stewed black berry, black currant, and violets pave the way for a secondary rush of spice, licorice, vanilla, dark fruits and silky tannins. Open a bottle with barbacoa beef tacos or rosemary rubbed pork chops with roasted fingerling potatoes. The grapes from this tasty Bordeaux come from the oldest vines of Chateau Peybonhomme and can easily age for another 10 years.
(Organic & Biodynamic)
Dashe Cellars 'Vineyard Select' Zinfandel 2017, California
$26.00
REGION
Sonoma, Contra-Costa & Clarksburg, California
VARIETAL
80% Zinfandel, 9% Teraldego, 5% Tannat, 3% Mourvedre & 3% Petite Sirah
TASTING NOTES
This wine is very aromatic -black cherry, black raspberry, and pomegranate, mixed with hints of cassis, chocolate, and slight peppery spice. Lush, lively texture with lovely black cherry and pomegranate fruit, bright acidity to balance the sweet fruit flavors, black pepper and clove spice, and a long, lively finish of black cherry, raspberry, and hints of cocoa powder. -Winemaker's Notes
(Organic)
Denny Bini - Podere Cipolla Lambrusco, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
$20.00
REGION
Lambrusco dell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
VARIETAL
30% Lambrusco Marani, 30% Lambrusco Salamino, 20% Lambrusco Maestri, 10% Ancellotta & 10% Lambrusco Grasparossa
TASTING NOTES
This rustic Lambrusco is dry on the palate with loads of frothy blackberry and blackcurrant fruit and chewy tannins bursting on the tongue. Pair this beauty with a big bowl of pasta, or offer a spread of goodies from the Emilia Romagna region—Parmesan-Reggiano cheese and prosciutto are classics, and grilled eggplant or meats would be great, too.
(Organic)
Di Giovanna Camurrìa Vino Orange Naturale 2018, Sicily, Italy
$22.00
REGION
Terre Siciliane, Sicily, Italy
VARIETAL
Grillo
TASTING NOTES
The grapes of this orange wine are destemmed and then macerated on the skins for 4 days in neutral barrels and stainless steel tanks. The result is a wine with floral and citrus notes on the nose with orange dreamsicle flavors and a dash of salinity tied together with dusty tannins on the finish. The Di Giovanna dovetails beautifully with the savory, vinegary, salty traits of olives and a lavish charcuterie plate.
(Organic)
Dolin Vermouth de Chambery Dry
$17.00
Using the same recipes since 1821, Dolin Vermouth de Chambéry has long been the benchmark for fine French Vermouth. The exact recipes are a closely guarded secret, but there are up to 54 different plants used, most notably wormwood, but also hyssop, camomile, genepi, chincona bark and rose petals found in the Alpine meadows above Chambéry. Ugni Blanc grapes from the region combined with the Alpine botanicals impart a fresh and elegant nose, with a subtle and complex palate. Dolin Dry is classically herbal with hints of stone fruit, tarragon and lemon verbena. Ideal as an aperitif on ice with a twist of citrus or in a broad array of traditional cocktails. -Distiller's Notes
750ml
Dolin Vermouth de Chambery Rouge
$17.00
Using the same recipes since 1821, Dolin Vermouth de Chambéry has long been the benchmark for fine French Vermouth. The exact recipes are a closely guarded secret, but there are up to 54 different plants used, most notably wormwood, but also hyssop, camomile, genepi, chincona bark and rose petals found in the Alpine meadows above Chambéry. Ugni Blanc grapes from the region combined with the Alpine botanicals impart a fresh and elegant nose, with a subtle and complex palate. Dolin Rouge, red from the caramelization of its sugar, is less sweet than many of its counterparts with notes of dried fruit, clove, thyme and honey. Ideal as an aperitif on ice with a twist of citrus or in a broad array of traditional cocktails. -Distiller's Notes
750ml
Domain François Chidaine Rosé 2018, Loire Valley, France
$18.00
REGION
Touraine, Loire Valley, France
VARIETAL
50% Grolleau & 50% Pinot Noir
TASTING NOTES
90pts - Vinous
"Translucent orange. Spice-tinged red currant and orange pith on the nose, along with subtle herb and floral notes. Fleshy and energetic in the mouth, offering bitter cherry and red berry flavors and a late jolt of spiciness. Finishes creamy and long, with repeating florality. This wine is rich enough to work with the most strongly seasoned foods."
(Organic)
Domaine du Trapadis 'Les Adrès' 2015, Rhône Valley, France
$26.00
REGION
Rasteau, Rhône Valley, France
VARIETAL
80% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre & 10% Syrah
TASTING NOTES
With four generations of wine making in her blood, vineyard owner, Helen Durand is producing some of the best wines that the Rhône Valley has to offer. Farming for Domaine Du Trapadis is all organic (certified since 2010), with some biodynamic principles applied, while much of the work in the vineyards is still being carried out by horse and plow. This wine contains a gentle perfume of plum, lavender and tobacco with the palate experiencing flavors of cherry and oregano with a touch of black olive on the end. Summer is here, so fire up the barbie...baby-back ribs, baked beans with bacon and spicy deviled eggs have met their match -or really anything off the grill.
(Organic)
Domaine Labruyère Moulin-à-Vent 2015, Burgundy, France
$26.00
REGION
Moulin-à-Vent, Beaujolais, Burgundy, France
VARIETAL
Gamay
TASTING NOTES
Deep ruby red in color with purple reflections. Distinctive black berry notes with a hint of licorice. On the palate the wine is fruity, with sweet violet candy and notes of spice. Savory, long finish with fresh and soft tannins. -Winemaker's Notes
95pts - James Suckling
"A big and powerful Beaujolais from this warm vintage. It sits in the palate like a dense and rich Hermitage. Full-bodied, layered and rich. So much fruit and ripe tannins. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."
91pts - Vinous
"Deep ruby. Suave, mineral-accented aromas of ripe dark berries, cherry pie and incense, lent spiciness by a peppery element. Plush and expansive on the palate, offering concentrated black raspberry and boysenberry flavors that become livelier with air. A refreshing jolt of acidity enlivens a supple, fruit-driven finish that hangs on with impressive persistence."
El Dorado 3yr White Rum
$20.00
This superbly balanced mixing rum is aged for at least 3 years in 45-gallon ex-bourbon oak casks, then twice filtered through natural charcoal for great clarity and purity. Charcoal filtering removes heavy oak and dark molasses, leaving a bright medley of fresh coconut, creamy almond, with
Envínate 'Albahra' 2018, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
$23.00
REGION
Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
VARIETAL
70% Garnacha Tintorera (Alicante Bouschet) & 30% Moravia Agria
TASTING NOTES
'Envínate' ('wine yourself' for us Yanks) is a group of four friends making great strides in the world of Spanish wine. The winemakers use no chemicals, all parcels are picked by hand, and the wines are fermented exclusively with wild yeasts. Moravia Agria is a less well-known Spanish varietal, and while Agria may translate to "bitter", do not let those words deter you. Unfined and unfiltered, this wine explodes with a bouquet of cassis, leather, spice, and cedar, while the palate showcases black cherry, graphite, and prunes. Enjoy this wine with orange-balsamic lamb chops, grilled sardines, or Mediterranean turkey meatballs.
(Organic)
Escándalo Carignan 2017, Central Valley, Chile
$22.00
REGION
Maule Valley, Chile
VARIETAL
Carignan
TASTING NOTES
This old vine carignan from Chile opens with a fragrant blackberry nose full of leather, spice and cedar. Notes of black cherry, violet and fresh herbs are all tied together by elegant tannins and a vibrancy and savoriness that will keep you sipping. Hints of fresh leather, cloves and black pepper spice on the finish make this a match for Cambodian black pepper beef (lok lak), vegetable stew or blackened chicken.
(Organic, Unfined & Unfiltered)
Folk Machine 'A Red Herring Afternoon' 2018, Sonoma County, California
$20.00
REGION
Suisin Valley, Sonoma County, California
VARIETAL
Muscat
TASTING NOTES
Kenny Likitprakong is not your average winemaker and this is no average wine. Inspired by a bygone era of hoping train cars and living out of a bindle, Kenny tries to create new and interesting wines that reflect his love of that time. This aromatic dry Muscat is unoaked and left to do its thing in stainless steel tanks. Smooth and silky, this wine has aromas of green papaya, flowers, lemon peel, and cucumber while flavors of cantaloupe, white peaches and candied sugar dance on your palate. Perfect pairing is Thai food (Kenny is half Thai), trail mix or really anything spicy.
Folk Machine 'Parts & Labor' Red 2017, California
$19.00
REGION
California
VARIETAL
Barbera, Carignane, Grenache & Syrah
TASTING NOTES
We here at Wright & Goebal can never get enough of our friend Kenny Likitprakong's wine and "Parts & Labor" is no exception. The fourth vintage of the Folk Machine’s red wine blend continues to fit into their idea of what a California bistro wine can and should be. This wine displays a bright nose of licorice, fig and raspberry that cascade into flavors of blueberry, pink peppercorn and mint. This wine pairs best with lamb gyros, roasted eggplant and a Tom Waits record.
(Vegan)
G.D. Vajra Langhe Nebbiolo 2017, Piedmont, Italy
$25.00
REGION
Piedmont, Italy
VARIETAL
Nebbiolo
TASTING NOTES
Vajra's Langhe Nebbiolo is a pure expression of the grape variety. The grapes come from Barolo vineyards like Bricco delle Viole and Fossati but are under 20 years in age. It's not meant to be a 'little Barolo' but a picture of what the variety is without much winemaking in the way. Vinified in stainless steel and only a small percentage will be aged in wood in powerful vintages. This is a racy and delicious Nebbiolo that showcases the ethereal side of Nebbiolo, the floral and spicy cherry, but also the tannin and power that you love. -Winemaker's Notes
Georges Millérioux Sancerre 2017, Loire Valley, France
$27.00
REGION
Loire Valley, France
VARIETAL
Sauvignon Blanc
TASTING NOTES
Located in the hamlet of Amigny, just west of the village of Sancerre and south of Chavignol, the Millérioux's have worked this land for three generations. Today, the work in the vineyards is completely organic (with certification coming) and the soils are worked manually. In the cellar, all of the wines are allowed to ferment naturally and extended lees-aging is used to enrich the wines. This bottle reveals an aromatic bouquet of honeydew, white peach, and grapefruit cascading into flavors of guava, lychee, and wet rocks rounded out by a slight salinity. A superb Sancerre to accompany crab cakes, teriyaki salmon or roast turkey breast.
Glacier Rocks
$20.00
Crafted in Finland using top quality soapstone, Glacier Rocks are a great way to cool your favorite drinks! Unlike ice cubes, they gently cool your drink without diluting them. Made from "soft" stone, these rocks won't scratch glassware. They are also inert so they won't affect the flavor of any drink.
- Cools without diluting
- Includes 6 cubes and storage pouch
- Freeze 2 hours before use (suggested)
- Stones made in Finland
Hartenberg Sauvignon Blanc 2016, Western Cape, South Africa
$16.00
REGION
Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
VARIETAL
Sauvignon Blanc
TASTING NOTES
The grapes were entirely hand-picked, between daybreak and mid-morning. The wine is vibrant green in colour with fresh aromas of gooseberries, crushed nettle and white pear, combined with a medley of zesty citrus. Fresh acidity and green notes end on the palate with a zesty finish. A great match with goat cheese - either baked, in a salad or on its own. Fish - whether it be baked, steamed, fried or served as a soup. Also, lime, coriander, light chilli and garlic when cooked with fish, chicken or vegetables. -Winemaker's Notes
Helix Vodka
$21.00
We source the highest quality, hand-picked wheat from the Champagne region of France; the result is in an ultra-premium spirit of unsurpassed character. This spirit then undergoes a series of filtrations and is blended with pure Icelandic water, which has a very low mineral content and high alkaline level; ensuring Helix Vodka a clean, crisp taste. -Distiller's Notes
Jean Manciat Mâcon-Charnay 2018, Burgundy, France
$18.00
REGION
Burgundy, France
VARIETAL
Chardonnay
TASTING NOTES
This unoaked Chardonnay is made in stainless-steel vats to express the fruity, floral aromas and flinty minerality that is characteristic of this region. Stony yellow apple and lemon verbena tantalize the nose and seduce the palate with richness and intensity. Fresh and concentrated in the mouth, lingering notes of honeyed apple and fresh minerality round out the finish of this succulent Mâcon.
Kirinzan Brewery Classic Sake
$24.00
Founded in 1843, Kirinzan Shuzo lies beneath the majestic Mt. Kirin in the northern prefecture of Niigata. According to ancient Chinese legends, the kirin is a mythical animal like a flying unicorn that appears as a sign of the birth of a saint and brings happiness and luck. Locals thought the outline of the mountain resembled the legendary creature and the name stuck.
While breweries love to showcase their premium ginjo styles, Kirinzan takes immense pride in their entry level ‘futsu-shu’ meant for everyday drinking. They use Gohyaku Mangoku and Koshi Ibuki sake rice polished to 65%, beyond requirements for even the premium honjozo grade. Made in the house style, it is dry, clean, light bodied and well balanced. Notes of hazelnut and toasted rice make it excellent both chilled or gently warmed. -Importer Notes
720ml
La Clarine Farm 'Funky Drummer' 2017, Sierra Foothills, California
$26.00
REGION
Sierra Foothills, California
VARIETAL
67% Syrah, 29% Grenache & 6% Counoise
A classic blend with a twist: Syrah, Grenche and Counois co-mingling to produce a whole greater than its parts. This wine just grooves. The Syrah and Grenache offer up a comfortable and familiar vibe. The Syrah (69% of the blend) provides the structure, as would the bass drum, and the Grenache (29%) is all high-toned high-hat goodness. But the Counouse, at only 6%, is the kicker, the “ghost notes”, if you will. Flitting in and out of the flavor profile to add a little acid sparkle, or a little herbal kick. It's magic. -Winemaker's Notes
La Clarine Farm 'Piedi Grandi' 2016, Sierra Foothills, California
$28.00
REGION
Sierra Foothills, California
VARIETAL
38% Nebbiolo, 32% Syrah & 30% Mourvèdre
TASTING NOTE
La Clarine Farm PRIMAL!!! 2017, Sierra Foothills, California
$26.00
REGION
Sierra Foothills, California
VARIETAL
Tempranillo
TASTING NOTE
La Clarine Farm Viognier 2018, Sierra Foothills, California
$28.00
REGION
Sierra Foothills, California
VARIETAL
Viognier
TASTING NOTE
Every once in a while, the stars align, the vintage is (nearly) perfect, and our Viognier is flat-out spectacular on its own. We saw this almost immediately as the wine started to ferment. The aromas were amazing, and the wine just came together quickly in a way I haven’t often seen. Perfect balance of exuberance and subtlety.
This wine is a blend of two vineyard sites and two soil types - roughly 50;50 from each. Firstly, we have the Cedarville Vineyard, on coarse decomposed granite soils which yield a textural and floral style of Viognier. The rest comes from the Sumu Kaw Vineyard, located on old volcanic soils, which provides more mid-palate fruit and density. Together, they make quite a nice wine, I think. Whole cluster pressed and co-fermented. Aged entirely in tank. And, it is delicious! An awesome white for Fall drinking! -Winemaker's Notes
La Posta Tinto Red Blend 2017, Mendoza, Argentina
$17.00
REGION
Mendoza, Argentina
VARIETAL
60% Malbec, 20% Bonarda & 20% Syrah
TASTING NOTES
The La Posta Tinto is an exuberant Malbec blend with ample black and red fruit coming from the Bonarda and a touch of spice from the Syrah. Fresh blackberries and licorice linger on the nose while a rich medley of bush fruit dances across the palate. “Balanced Fruit Bomb” is the term we thought rang true for this bottle, but just in the right way. Enjoy with roast chicken and cranberry stuffing, pomegranate-glazed short ribs or orange beef.
Ladeiras do Xil 'Gaba do Xil' Mencia 2016, Galicia, Spain
$24.00
REGION
Valdeorras, Galicia, Spain
VARIETAL
Mencía
TASTING NOTES
Telmo Rodriguez is one of Spain’s pioneer winemakers, advocating native grape varietals tied to the climates and conditions of their sites, and making world-class wines from undiscovered as well as known regions. He considers this region of Galicea very magical but also admits the vineyards are stubborn and difficult. Influenced by the Atlantic ocean and contintenal climate, this Galacian red has an expressive floral and perfumed nose of luscious red fruit. It is highlighted by flavors of robust cherry and strawberry fruit, forest floor, dried Italian spices and a persistent finish. Mencia is a remarkable food wine and will go nicely with pastrami or corned beef sandwiches, or cheeses such as Petit Basque, Manchego or white cheddar.
(Organic)
