With
so little new coming into the store these days, I again combined the
past two weeks; things should get back to normal very shortly! Remember:
September is national bourbon month, and we have scheduled multiple
in-store tastings; check the calendar on the store web site ( www.heightschateau.com) for details. NEW WHITES:
(new vintage) St. Felix 2009 Cuvee Pierre Martin @ $9.99
a
blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Vermentino from the south of France, with
citrus and almond notes and surprising weight and length
(new vintage) Jean Rosen 2009 Pinot Blanc @ $10.99
from the highly esteemed Paul Blanck vineyards, a crisp, fruit-forward Pinot Blanc that is an excellent value
Thierry-Weber 2009 Gruner Veltliner "Animo" @ $11.99
from the Kremstal region of Austria, light, delicate, very clean, with a slightly peppery finish
(new vintage) Mosel St. 2009 Riesling @ $13.99
from Weingut Ernst Clusserath, a traditional Mosel-style Riesling that is juicy, lively and refreshing
(new vintage) Rocken 2008 Riesling @ $13.99
from
sustainable producer Weingut Carl Erhardt, a classic Rheingau
Riesling, medium-bodied, with excellent balance and firm acidity
(new vintage) Damilano 2009 Arneis @ $14.99
from
a superstar Piedmont winery, a medium-bodied white with great floral
notes and lemon, grapefruit and wet stone on the palate
Belisario 2009 Verdicchio "Vigneti del Cerro" @ $14.99
a classic Verdicchio from vineyards set back from the Adriatic, full of stone-fruit concentration with a touch of complexity
(new vintage) Cloudline 2008 Pinot Gris @ $15.99
tank-fermented
to emphasize the varietal's freshness, acidity, and floral aromatics,
with abundant notes of citrus fruits and white flowers
Fefinanes 2009 Albarino @ $17.99
consistently rated one of the best Albarinos produced, round, clean and pleasant on the palate with notes of honey and lemon
Venier Clos de Carteries 2009 Cheverny @ $18.99
Sauvignon Gris blended with a little bit of Chardonnay, from a cult organic producer in the Loire, only 250 cases made
(new vintage) Craggy Range 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $19.99
grassy as a newly-mowed lawn, with round ripe fruit, snappy acidity, and a dry elegant finish
(new vintage) Ameztoi 2009 Txacolina @ $19.99
bright briny sea salt combined with lemon-lime notes, fresh and eminently quaffable
(new vintage) Txomin Etxaniz 2009 Txacoli @ $19.99
the prototype of this Basque specialty, fresh and slightly sparkling with a nose of white peach and green apple
Vier Jahreszeiten 2009 Riesling (3-liter box) @ $27.99
fruity, balanced, and harmonious, from a dependable co-op in the Pfalz NEW REDS:
Alto Tierruca 2009 Pinot Noir @ $9.99
from
Chile's Lontue Valley, a Pinot with aromas of freshly crushed red
cherries and berries and a palate that combines cherry and earthy
flavors
Vina Ijalba 2008 Rioja "Livor" @ $9.99
from
the first organically-certified estate in Rioja (1994), a
stainless-steel Tempranillo with lush red berry and rustic spicy
flavors
(new vintage) Mas des Collines 2007 Cotes-du-Rhone @ $11.99
from a great Gigondas producer, a gentle but full-bodied red with aromas and flavors of plums, prunes, leather and smoke
Chateau Cambon 2008 Beaujolais @ $15.99
from the Morgon region, an unfiltered, unchaptalized, unfined, unsulphured wine that is a pure expression of Gamay fruit
Michael David 2007 Petite Petit @ $20.99
a
blend of Petit Verdot and Petite Syrah from Lodi, lush and velvety but
with ample acidity and flavor notes of pepper, nutmeg, and cocoa
(new vintage) Ridge 2008 Three Valleys @ $23.99
Zinfandel-driven,
with small amounts of old-vine Carignane for bright fruit and
acidity, Petite Sirah and Syrah to add peppery spice, depth of color,
and firm tannins, and Grenache for briar fruit and liveliness NEW ROSES:
Chateau Penin 2009 Bordeaux @ $12.99
a Cabernet-Merlot blend, fresh and fruit-forward yet rich and elegant
Audoin 2009 Marsannay @ $17.99
"eye of the swan" color, with a fragrant, unmistakable Pinot Noir nose and a dry clean finish
Slim
pickings this week . . . only four items to report, but they are all
new vintages of wines that have become special favorites of ours. Join
us for our last in-store tastings this week before we take the month of
August off . . . and stay cool however you can! NEW WHITES:
(new vintage) Chateau Lamothe 2009 Bordeaux @ $12.99
Refreshingly acidic and pleasantly fruit-forward, a house favorite vintage in and vintage out
(new vintage) Hirsch 2008 Gruner Veltliner "Veltliner #1"@ $16.99
Light-bodied and crisp with a lively acid structure and flavors of juicy green apples
(new vintage) Girard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $17.99
From a tried-and-true Napa producer, a clean, fresh Sauvignon Blanc with lively citrus aromas and flavors NEW REDS:
(new vintage) St. Michael-Eppan 2008 Lagrein @ $15.99
From one of the best wineries in Italy's South Tyrol, a warm, intense red with a velvety softness
Trust you are all managing to keep cool in this beastly hot weather. Distant early warning: we will suspend in-store tastings for the month of August. Typically for this time of the year, not much new this week, as follows:
NEW WHITES:
Shinn Estate 2009 Chardonnay @ $17.99
Unoaked yet round and rich, from a sustainable producer on Long Island's north fork
(new vintage) Frog's Leap 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $23.99
Crisp, bright and refreshing, with classic aromas of lemon grass and white flowers
NEW REDS:
(new vintage) Healdsburg Ranches 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $13.99
A "value" Sonoma Cab with great fragrance, flavor, and finish
St. Francis 2007 Old Vines Zinfandel @ $23.99
From 50-100-year-old vines, an "old style" Zin with deep aromas of ripe black fruit laced with licorice, shadowed by spicy toasted oak notes that carry into a long finish
(new vintage) Mollydooker 2008 Shiraz "The Boxer" @ $26.99
From Australia's McLaren Vale, a bright and juicy Shiraz offering a mouthful of cherry, pomegranate, and spice flavors
NEW ROSES:
Chateau de Leoube 2009 Cotes de Provence @ $17.99
Mostly Grenache and Cinsault (with a little bit of Syrah and Mourvedre) from an up-and-coming Provencal producer, with creamy raspberry fruit and fresh acidity
Chateau de Leoube 2009 Le Secret de Leoube @ $24.99
A more intense version, the same blend but made from grapes from 30-year-old vines
Hope you are all managing to stay cool in this beastly weather! A few new wines to report this week and, as usual, check the calendar on our web site (www.heightschateau.com) for news of our weekly in-store tastings.
NEW WHITES:
(new vintage) Domaine Faillenc Sainte Marie 2009 Corbieres @ $14.99
A blend of Roussanne, Macabeu, Bourboulenc and Clairette from a small family winery just east of Carcassonne, with great flavor, body, and complexity
Bavard 2007 Bourgogne @ $17,99
A classy white Burgundy with floral aromas, flavors of apple and citrus, and zesty acidity through the finish
El Perro Verde 2009 Verdejo @ $17.99
From Spain's Rueda region, an intensely perfumed white with aromas and flavors of lime zest and a creamy texture on the palate
(new vintage) Groth 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $19.99
Made from grapes from several different Napa Valley microclimates, with a full melon/citrus character and a solid, crisp backbone
Boillot 2008 Montagny @ $24.99
A vibrant, elegant white Burgundy, subtle yet flinty, with good acidity
NEW REDS:
(back) Santa Barbara 2006 Marche Rosso Vigna San Bartolo @ $19.99
A blend of Montepulciano and Cabernet from an ancient estate in the Marche on Italy's east coast, round and harmonious with a delicate berryish bouquet
(back) Loup Blanc 2006 Regal du Loup @ $20.99
From the Minerois region of France, a bland of Carignan, Grenache and Syrah, spicy and balanced, with herbal savory flavors
(new vintage) Comptoirs Magdala "L'Amourvedre" 2007 VdP de Mont Caume @ $22.99
Made from young vines in Bandol, earthy and rustic yet juicy and lightly spiced
Trust you all had a safe and happy Fourth! Some new arrivals to report, and be sure to check the calendar on our web site for news of upcoming in-store tasting events.
NEW WHITES:
J. J. Muller 2008 Riesling @ $9.99
Flavors of crisp apples, limes, and passion fruit with a hint of honey, nice balance of sweetness and acidity
(new vintage) Clifford Bay 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $12.99
A Sauvignon with great body and depth and lots of juicy grapefruit and elegant acidity
Ziereisen 2009 Heugumber @ $12.99
Made from 100% Chasselas (aka, Gutedel in Germany), fresh, earthy, somewhat nutty and herbal, a great summer white
Michel 2009 Muller-Thurgau @ $12.99
From stellar producer Schloss Muhlenhof, a Muller-T with a super-spicy nose, bracing acidity, and a clean finish
Anne Amie 2008 Cuvee A Muller-Thurgau @ $15.99
Made from estate-grown fruit, with aromas and flavors of melon and green apple, a great match for mildly spicy foods
Chateau Rive-Blanques 2008 Dedicative @ $16.99
A Chenin Blanc from Limoux from thirty-year-old vines, dry and full, rated the top white wine of the Languedoc by Jancis Robinson
Elegance 2008 Sancerre @ $18.99
From the Cave des Vins de Sancerre, one of the top coops in the Loire, classic Sancerre with racy lemon fruit
(new vintage) Raimbault 2008 Sancerre @ $21.99
From a sustainable producer in the Loire, a rich and balanced Sauvignon Blanc with citrus, mineral, and herbal flavors
Pavese Ermes 2008 Blanc de Morgex et de la Salle @ $23.99
A white from Italy's most remote growing zone, the Valle d'Aosta, made from an indigenous grape called Prié Blanc, bright, pure and clean
(new vintage) Keber 2009 Collio @ $28.99
A blend of Tocai Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, Pinot Bianco and Malvasia Istriana with herbal aromas backed with citrus notes and a bright clean finish
NEW REDS:
Lisabella 2008 Nero D'Avola @ $7.99
Elegant and concentrated with great depth, a great value
(new vintage) Monte Oton 2008 Garnacha @ $8.99
100% Garnacha from Bodegas Borsao, full-bodied and elegantly textured with a long complex finish
(new vintage) Vinosia 2008 Aglianico @ $12.99
A rich red from ancient vines in the volcanic soils of Irpinia, aged in stainless steel, showing both density and balance
Croisille 2007 Malbec @ $13.99
A feisty and powerful Cahors with dense black fruit and evident new-oak ageing
Vecchia Torre 2007 Salice Salentino @ $13.99
A robust red from southern Italy made mostly from Negroamaro with a nose of fresh red fruit, a rich fleshy texture, and a smooth finish
Aleramici 2003 Brunello @ $39.99
A delicate, soft-textured Brunello with notes of spice, tobacco, and leather
Sinskey 2007 Pinot Noir @ $43.99
Made from biodynamically farmed fruit, tangy but with an earthy underpinning, soft tannins and bright acidity
NEW ROSES:
Mas de Gourgonnier 2009 Les Baux de Provence @ $15.99
A blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Cabernet and Mourvedre, cherry-pink in color with a nose of ripe summer fruit, clean and dry
Chateau Roubine 2009 Cotes de Provence @ $15.99
Intense salmon color with a delicate nose of ferns and raspberries, gripping, textured, and well balanced
Chateau Musar 2008 Cuvee Rose @ $17.99
A 100% Cinsault rosé from Lebanon's Bekaa Valley with a fruity and complex nose and palate
Sinskey 2009 Vin Gris @ $30.99
Pinot Noir-based, with an effusive berry nose and stone fruit flavors, smooth with a persistent finish
July 1, 2010
Apologies for being a bit late this week but we had a few days away, a brief but restful stretch out on Fire Island (and looking forward to a return trip in September). Meanwhile, please check the calendar on our web site ( www.heightschateau.com) for news of our upcoming in-store tastings. New arrivals herewith!
NEW WHITES:
(back) Broadbent NV Vinho Verde @ $9.99
The only vinho verde imported in a refrigerated container, ensuring great liveliness and freshness
(new vintage) Capestrano 2009 Passerina @ $10.99
A lively white wine from the Marche region of Italt with peach and citrus blossom aromas and flavors
Damilano 2009 Arneis @ $12.99
From a superstar Piedmont winery, a fresh summer white that is fresh and fruity on the nose, elegant and delicate on the palate
Lageder 2008 Pinot Grigio @ $13.99
Perfumed, rich, slightly smoky, a Pinot Grigio that really delivers flavor and varietal character
Domaine Spiropolos 2009 Mantinia @ $13.99
Made from 100% Moschofilero, all citrus and mineral with bracing acidity and firm structure
Delhommeau 2009 Muscadet Cuvee Harmonie @ $14.99
A classic Muscadet with pungent herbs, a dusty mineral element, and a tangy finish
Leth 2009 Gruner Veltliner @ $15.99
A complex white from Austria with spicy/peppery flavors and a smooth balance of lime and minerals
Tolosa 2007 Chardonnay @ $17.99
From a sustainable Central Coast winery, an unoaked Chardonnay that is creamy, rich, tartly clean, with flavors of limes, pineapple, and spice
(new vintage) Au Bon Climat 2008 Chardonnay @ $21.99
A Burgundian-styled Chardonnay from Santa Barbara that merges Old World sensibilities with New World flair
NEW REDS:
Domaine Couroulu 2007 VdP de Valucluse @ $9.99
From a noted producer of Vacqueyras, a 50/50 blend of Syrah and Merlot with silky tannins, black fruit, and almost no noticeable oak
(new vintage) Padrillos 2008 Malbec @ $11.99
From noted Argentine producer Ernesto Catena, a rich, flavorful Malbec with a soft, comfortable finish
Grimaldi 2006 Barbera d'Asti @ $13.99
Medium-bodied, with notes of blackberry and licorice, round tannins, and a medium finish
(back) Chateau Haut Lignieres 2007 Faugeres @ $14.99
An unoaked blend of Syrah, Grenache, Cinsault, Mourvedre, and Carignan, berryish and perfumy, with silky refined tannins and a long, elegant finish
Rejadorada 2005 Toro @ $21.99
Captures the essence of the Toro region of Spain, with aromas and flavors of sweet black cherries and currants
Chateau de Gueyze 2004 Buzet @ $21.99
A Bordeaux-style blend from southwestern France, from the largest vineyard (and benchmark) of the appellation, complex, fragrant, dense and rich
Milan 2006 St. Remy de Provence @ $22.99
From a biodynamic estate in the hills near Avignon, a full-bodied red with dark fruit and spice
Villa le Prata 2007 Rosso di Montalcino @ $29.99
Baby brother to the estate's famed Brunello, an intensely fragrant Sangiovese with ripe fruit blended with nuances of oak (only 5,000 bottles produced)
Summer is well and truly here; enjoy it or suffer through it as is your pleasure! Be sure to check the calendar on our web site ( www.heightschateau.com) for information about upcoming in-store tastings.
NEW WHITES:
Steenberg 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $9.99
Flint, minerals, and white flowers, very dry fruit with just a hint of grassiness
Domaine de Menard 2008 Colombard @ $9.99
Light, off-dry, impressively aromatic, with a refreshing citrus finish
Grand Moulin 2009 Touraine @ $10.99
Very aromatic with aromas of ripe citrus fruits and white flowers. Refreshing and well balanced on the palate
(new vintage) Segrel 2009 Albarino Blue Label @ $12.99
Fine and elegant with the perfect amount of acidity and a clean finish
Cinquante-cinq 2009 Viognier @ $12.99
Very floral, with pear and ripe apple on the palate
(new vintage) GV 2008 Gruner Veltliner @ $12.99 (Liter)
Green apple aromas and flavors and a strong whiff of white pepper leading to a cirsp, dry, refreshing finish
Domaine Porto Carras 2009 Assyrtiko @ $13.99
From one of the largest and most picturesque wineries in Greece, a white with intense aromas characteristic of the grape variety and high acidity
Le Vieux Donjon 2007 Chateauneuf-du-Pape @ $14.99
A blend of Grenache Blanc, Clairette and Roussanne with flavor notes of melon, citrus and almond and good minerality
(new vintage) Segrel 2009 Albarino Orange Label @ $16.99
Made from hand-selected grapes, highly aromatic with fresh citrus notes on the palate
(new vintage) Gentilini 2009 Robola @ $17.99
From the island of Cephalonia, a stunning version of a rare local varietal, elegant and balanced, with ripe citrus and minerals and a long finish
Faiveley 2007 Montagny @ $22.99
Fresh, with fine volume that perfectly complements the wine's bright acidity
Boillot 2008 Montagny @ $24.99
An opulent white Burgundy with good Chardonnay flavors and texture, fresh cleansing acidity and good overall balance.
Smith-Madrone 2007 Chardonnay @ $29.99
From Napa's Spring Mountain, a big, ripe, luscious, somewhat oaky version of Chardonnay
(back) Cloudy Bay 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $29.99
From the winery that put New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc on the map, scented and summery with tropical aromas and flavors and a long rich palate
Domaine Drouhin 2007 Chardonnay "Arthur" @ $30.99
An elegant, bold Oregon Chardonnay done half in oak and half in stainless steel, with tangy mineral, citrus, and spice notes
De Montille Deux Montille 2006 St. Romain @ $35.99
From a biodynamic Burgundy producer, a strikingly bright and clean wine, an elegant combination of honey and minerals with a silky body
NEW REDS:
(new vintage) Eliseo Silva 2006 Syrah @ $12.99
Floral and berry aromas with round berry flavors and notes of chocolate and black pepper
Yalumba 2006 Shiraz-Viognier @ $15.99
From the Barossa Valley, ripe and expressive, with purity and clarity of flavor and superfine tannins
Smith-Madrone 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $43.99
From Napa's Spring Mountain, an intensely aromatic Cabernet with meaty flavors and well integrated tannins
Guilliams 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $44.99
From another Spring Mountain winery, an artisanal Cabernet with dense fruit flavors and silky tannins
NEW ROSES:
BOE 2009 Cabernet Franc @ $12.99
A new offering from Brooklyn Oenology, spicy and moderately fruity with good acidity
Chateau La Rame 2009 Bordeaux @ $12.99
From just southeast of Bordeaux, a full-bodied rose with creamy fruit, sweet spices, and strong minerality
Bertrand 2009 Grenache @ $12.99
From an organic producer in the Languedoc, with soft flavors of cherries and strawberries and a dry refreshing finish
La Croix du Prieur 2009 Cotes de Provence @ $15.99
A blend of cinsault and Grenache, a Domaine Ott "lookalike" at a fraction of the price
news of the week
Herewith, the list of new arrivals in the store as of Saturday, June 12. As always, please check the calendar on the store's web site for information about upcoming in-store tastings.
NEW WHITES:
Jaja de Jau 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $8.99
Aromatic, crisp, fresh and zesty with great Sauvignon Blanc character
Cusumano 2009 Insolia @ $9.99
Round, creamy, with honey and melon aromas
Roulerie 2008 Chenin Blanc @ $12.99
Smooth and silky, with exotic fruits on the palate and a long aftertaste
Three Pears 2009 Pinot Gris @ $12.99
A new second label from Mason Cellars, with fresh peachy/pear and apple aromas and flavors
Brooklyn Oenology 2009 Shindig @ $12.99
A delightful blend of Vidal Blanc and Riesling, perfect for every summer "shindig"
(new vintage) Pepiere 2009 Muscadet Sur Lie @ $13.99
Fresh, clean, citrus, with a decidedly mineral component, from 40+-year-old vines
(new vintage) Boniface 2009 Apremont @ $14.99
From the Savoie, a Jacquard that is as fresh as wine gets, bone-dry, light and crisp
Line Shack 2008 Chardonnay @ $15.99
From the San Antonio valley in southern Monterey county, a rich, supple, flavorful Chardonnay with true varietal character
Brun 2009 Beaujolais Blanc Terres Dorees @ $15.99
An unoaked Chardonnay from the Beaujolais, rich, with a very fruity bouquet and lots of character
Castelo do Papa 2008 Godello @ $15.99
From the Valdeorras region of western Spain, a fresh, herbal white with distinct green apple notes
Thorn Clarke 2008 Chardonnay @ $16.99
From a family with six generations of history in Australia's Barossa Valley, an Eden Valley Chardonnay of medium weight with melon and citrus characters and good acidity
(new vintage) Voltonnerie 2009 Sancerre @ $17.99
Sauvignon Blanc at its finest, with aromas of freshly mowed grass and ripe grapefruit
Bellecours 2009 Sancerre @ $18.99
Stylish and crisp, with excellent fruit and acidity
Hoopla 2007 Chardonnay @ $19.99
Slightly yeasty, with fresh, clean flavors of apple and citrus
(back) Neumeister 2007 Morillon @ $19.99
A forceful, elegant Chardonnay from Austria with a rich palate of ripe fruit and nuts
Inama 2006 Soave Vigneti di Foscarino @ $19.99
A rich Soave, complex and savory, with a spicy, herbal edge
Flora Springs 2008 Sauvignon Blanc @ $19.99
Floral, juicy and soft, but with enough acidity to deliver a clean, crisp finish
(new vintage) Stuhlmuller 2008 Chardonnay @ $24.99
An Alexander Valley Chardonnay, richly fruited, crisp and fresh
Latour 2007 Meursault @ $32.99
Focused and fruity with nice complexity and minerality
Girard 2007 Pernand Vergelesses Belles Filles @ $34.99
Full and rich yet tautly balanced, with vivid citrus notes and a touch of oak
Latour 2007 Puligny Montrachet @ $38.99
Round, supple, and forward, with a long, rich finish
Latour 2008 Chassagne Montrachet @ 38.99
Slightly nutty nose with a fresh, fruity palate and good acidity
Latour 2008 Puligny Montrachet Les Truffieres @ $56.99
Rich and sumptuous on the palate, with great persistence on the palate and a long, mineral-laden finish
NEW REDS:
Batasiolo 2007 Barbera d'Alba @ $11.99
Rustic and acidic, with bright berry notes and a soft finish
Tour des Gendres 2007 Bergerac @ $12.99
Smooth and concentrated, with lovely cassis and spicy notes
Line Shack 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $16.99
Rich and elegant, with ample tannins and a long smooth finish
(back) Sant' Agata 2007 Na Vota Ruche @ $19.99
Warm, spicy, and peppery, with an inviting softness and a long finish
Saintsbury 2008 Garnet @ $21.99
From an outstanding Pinot Noir vintage, a wine of great freshness, extract, grace and length
Macrostie 2006 Pinot Noir @ $23.99
Full-bodied, velvety and luscious, with lots of ripe fruit and a long, lush finish
Cusumano 2006 Sagana @ $32.99
A Nero d'Avola from Sicily with soft round flavors and plush tannins
NEW ROSES:
(back) Mulderbosch 2009 Rosé @ $10.99
Cabernet-based from South Africa, crisp and clean with flavors of dried berries and pomegranate
Roulerie 2009 Rose @ $10.99
A semi-sweet blend of Gamay and Grolleau, crystal clear with a beautiful intensity
Lageder 2009 Lagrein Rose @ $11.99
A deep-hued, full-bodied rose with a strong backbone and a light tannic finish
(back) Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Ros'aura Rose @ $13.99
From Campania's premier estate, a perfectly balanced wine with a clean, lingering finish
(new vintage) Cantalupo 2009 Il Mimo Rosato Nebbiolo @ $14.99
A dry, fresh rose with aromas of wild strawberries and hints of pomegranate
Quivira 2009 Grenache Rose @ $16.99
Lean and elegant, completely dry, with a pleasing hint of tartness
(new vintage) Tempier 2009 Bandol Rose @ $37.99
From one of the leading estates in Bandol, a rich, mouth-filling dry rose with flavors of dried cherries, berries, chocolate and spice
news of the week
Hope you all had a good holiday weekend; it appears that summer is already here! Be sure to check the calendar on our website for news of in-store tastings. The list of new wines follows.
NEW WHITES:
J. P. Ramos 2008 Loios @ $8.99
From the Alentejo region of Portugal, a bright yet creamy blend of two native grapes, lightly fruity, crisp and refreshing
(new vintage) Fazi-Battaglia 2009 Verdicchio @ $9.99
A dry white from the Marches with a light citrus flavor and a slightly tart grapefruit finish
(new vintage) Carrel 2009 Altesse de Savoie @ $11.99
Made from the native Jacquere grape, a delightful white that captures the freshness of an Alpine meadow
(new vintage) Yellow & Blue 2009 Torrontes @ $12.99 (Liter)
Certified organic, a white that balances crisp acidity with a lush texture
Zandotti 2008 Frascati @ $13.99
A brassy white with a rich bouquet and bright minerality on the palate
Lucien Albrecht 2008 Pinot Blanc @ $13.99
Unoaked and fresh, with soft dry fruit and a lively finesse
(new vintage) Aujardiere 2009 Chardonnay @ $13.99
A clean, refreshing Chardonnay from a sustainable vineyard in the Loire, with aromas and flavors of lime, melon, and lemon peel
(new vintage) Ollieux Romanis 2008 Corbieres @ $15.99
A blend of Marsanne and Roussanne from the Languedoc, delightful, fresh, and well balanced
Lalande 2007 Macon-Chaintre @ $18.99
A substantial little white Burgundy with green apple aromas and pear notes on the palate
Groth 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $19.99
Bright tropical citrus notes on the nose, hefty melon flavors and a rich fleshiness on the palate
(new vintage) Fouassier 2008 Sancerre @ $20.99
From one of the oldes estates in the region, a restrained Sauvignon Blanc, long and elegant
Lucien Albrecht 2008 Gewurztraminer @ $20.99
Off-dry, with a classic floral nose, with peach, melon, and litchi flavors on the palate
Terredora 2008 Greco di Tufo @ $23.99
Made in a very ripe style, with hints of apricots and a light, spicy mineral edge
De l"Ecette 2007 Rully @ $25.99
Classic Burgundy, with an almost Chablis-like nose, a lively attack, and elegant balance
Luigi Bosca 2007 Gala @ $29.99
An unusual blend of Viognier, Riesling, and barrel-fermented Chardonnay from Argentina, richly melony, made in a lush, fat style
Lucien Albrecht 2007 Pinot Gris @ $31.99
Rich yet dry, with floral flavors alongside crisp mineral notes
NEW REDS:
(new vintage) J P Azeitao 2009 Tinto @ $7.99
A blend of six different grape varieties (but dominated by the native Castelao), smooth, with a touch of earthiness and a long fruity finish
(new vintage) Nieto Senetiner 2008 Malbec @ $10.99
A deeply colored powerful red with complex flavors of berries, plums, figs, and dried fruit
(new vintage) Sobon Estate 2008 Zinfandel @ $11.99
Ripe berry flavors with hints of cherry, earth and minerals on the finish
J P 2006 Tinto Private Selection @ $11.99
100% Periquita from Portugal, medium-bodied, with black cherry fruit and spicy flavors at the finish
Li Veli 2008 Passamante @ $12.99
100% Negroamaro from the Salento, a full, powerful wine with intense aromas of ripe fruit and a well-defined acid streak
(new vintge) Oyster Bay 2008 Pinot Noir @ $15.99
Elegant, fragrant and subtle, a classic Pinot with undeniable cool-climate flavor intensity
Dalaille 2009 "Unique" Pinot Noir @ $17.99
From Domaine Salvard in the Loire valley, a light, elegant Pinot Noir
(new vintage) Domaine d'Ardhuy 2007 Bourgogne @ $20.99
Lots of red berry fruit on the nose, with flavors that are round, fruity, and nicely detailed
(back) Cain Cuvee NV6 @ $31.99
A Bordeaux-style blend from Napa, well balanced, surprisingly complex, yet sleek and approachable
Gary Farrell 2006 Pinot Noir @ $40.99
Alluring berry and cherry aromas, with a spicy earth and mineral edge
NEW ROSES:
Torre Beratxa 2009 Garnacha @ $8.99
A serious rose, with berries, brambles, and floral aromas
Casal Garcia NV Rosado @ $8.99
Slightly fizzy, a clean, crisp pink wine from one of your favorite vinho verde producers
Chateau de Pourcieux 2009 Cotes de Provence @ $13.99
A blend of Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault, fresh and lively with aromas and flavors of peaches and berries
Borghese 2009 Fleurette @ $14.99
From Long Island's North Fork, a Merlot-based rose that is light and delicate
Correnson 2008 Tavel @ $14.99
A blend primarily of Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah, with an intense nose of berries and black currants, great with Asian and Mediterranean cuisine
Chateau de Roquefort 2009 Corail @ $15.99
Classic Provencal rose, a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Carignan, Vermentino, and Clairette, with bright berry fruit, a lively palate, and a clean finish
news of the week
First, a big thank you to all of you who came out for our Italian tasting at Christ Church Friday night; so far we've had nothing but compliments (and I personally think the venue added greatly to the tenor of the evening), but if you have any thoughts as to how we can improve these events we would be happy to hear from you (htschateau@aol.com).
NEW WHITES:
Grand Palais 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $9.99
Light, floral and fresh, with citrus and grassy notes and a medium finish
Maxwell Creek 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $10.99
Pear and pineapple on the nose, with lots of lush tropical fruit
Sonoma Acres 2008 Sauvignon Blanc @ $11.99
Made from five prominent appellations in Sonoma, nicely balanced, with a round tropical fruit creaminess
(new vintage) Schloss Muhlenhof 2008 Muller-Thurgau @ $11.99
Moderate intensity, with green apples, minerals and lime
Santa Maria La Palma 2009 Vermentino "Aragosta" @ $11.99
From Sardinia, a fresh, lively Vermentino, well balanced, with a rich almond backdrop
Kuentz-Bas 2007 White @ $12.99
A blend of Sylvaner, Muscat, Auxerrois, and Chasselas, bone-dry with smoky and citrus aromas and flavors
(new vintage) Schmitges 2008 Rivaner @ $13.99
100% Muller-Thurgau from the Mosel, clean, fresh and zesty with vivid acidity and pronounced mineral notes
Corte alla Flora 2008 Podere del Giuggiolo Bianco @ $14.99
A blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Incroce Manzoni from Tuscany, easy drinking with light citrus notes
Belisario 2007 Verdicchio @ $14.99
Estate-grown grapes providing lovely floral notes, palate-cleansing acidity, and a steely finish
Mulderbosch 2009 Chenin Blanc @ $14.99
Citrus and tropical fruit aromas and flavors, and a touch of late-harvest juice to add richness and complexity
I Greco 2008 Filu @ $16.99
Made 100% from the Greco grape, distinct, rich, well balanced
Villa Simone 2007 Frascati @ $16.99
Bright, floral, and slightly citrus, from a producer known as a beacon of quality in the region
Argillae 2008 Grechetto @ $16.99
Intense, direct, and rich, with almond and mineral flavors and the intriguing aromas typical of this grape
Schafer 2007 Riesling @ $17.99
Racy, lively, and pure, a classic dry Riesling
Palmina 2009 Pinot Grigio @ $19.99
A bouquet of cloves and lime blossoms, a silky yet tart texture, and a clean refreshing finish
(new vintage) Pernot 2008 Bourgogne @ $21.99
Bright and elegant, with characteristic Puligny minerality and citrus notes at the finish, a classic white Burgundy
Colloredo 2008 Biferno Bianco @ $19.99
A blend of Trebbiano and Bombino, intense and aromatic with good body and a hint of lime at the finish
Altavia 2008 Vermentino "No Name" @ $22.99
Light-bodied, crisp, lively and fresh, an Italian white "to silence the snickers," as the NY Times recently put it
Bruno Giacosa 2009 Roero Arneis @ $31.99
Remarkably intense and rich, this has been described as "one of the most glorious white wines made in Italy"
NEW REDS:
(new vintage) Line 39 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $10.99
From cooler-climate Lake County, an elegant, easy-drinking Cabernet with subtle tannins
Cartier 2008 Cabernet Franc @ $12.99
From the Loire, classic Cab Franc notes of coffee and chocolate with bright lively acidity
Di Majo Norante 2005 Aglianico @ $14.99
Estate-grown, certified organic Aglianico, full-bodied and spicy with a lingering velvety finish
Corvidae 2008 Rook @ $14.99
A new label for Owen Roe, a Merlot/Syrah/Cab blend with lots of ripe fruit flavors, a real crowd-pleaser and a great value
St. Michael Eppan 2008 Lagrein @ $15.99
From one of the best wineries in the sudtirol, a warm yet intense wine with a velvety softness
Chad 2008 Pinot Noir @ $16.99
A top-notch Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot at a bargain-basement price, bursting with ripe cherries, fine and long on the finish
Sonoma Acres 2008 Pinot Noir @ $16.99
A small-production Pinot from the Russian River Valley with bright strawberry aromas and a lush, silky finish
I Greco 2006 Cata @ $16.99
Made 100% from the Gaglioppo grape native to Calabria, rich and fresh, well balanced, with sweet supple tannins
Corte alla Flora 2007 Rosso di Montepulciano @ $18.99
A clean-cut red with berry aromas and flavors, medium-bodied, with a clean, slightly spicy finish
Esprit de Preuillac 2005 Medoc @ $19.99
A classic Cab/Merlot blend from the Medoc, with lively tannins and great length
Marco Felluga 2007 Refosco @ $21.99
Combines plum and fig flavors with gripping tannins and mouth-watering acidity
Wilkes 2008 Pinot Noir @ $22.99
A hand-crafted Santa Maria Valley Pinot, balanced and elegant, with a clearly spice-driven essence
Colpetrone 2006 Montefalco Rosso @ $25.99
An Umbrian blend of Sangiovese, Sagrantino and Merlot, full-bodied yet drinkable and soft
Vietti 2007 Nebbiolo Perbacco @ $26.99
A beautiful Langhe wine made by one of Piedmont's stars, with aromas of wild cherries and hints of spice
Emilius de Trimoulet 2005 St. Emilion @ $28.99
The second label of Chateau Trimoulet, a blend of Merlot, Cab Franc and Cab Sauvignon made in a soft, easily accessible style
Altavia 2007 Dolceacqua @ $29.99
Made 100% from Rossese, an unusual red varietal native to Liguria, light, fresh and fruity with a distinctly herbal character
Torre dei Beati 2007 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo @ $31.99
A single-vineyard Montepulciano from a biodynamic estate run by two former sommeliers, plum and cherry flavors, refined without being overly polished
Villa Simone 2004 Ferro e Seta @ $34.99
A modern red from near Rome that blends the pride and strength of Sangioves (ferro = iron) with the color and elegance of Cesanese (seta = silk)
Melville 2008 Pinot Noir @ $34.99
From a small operation in California's Santa Rita Hills, deep, rich, textured, pure, and profound
Selvagrossa 2007 Poveriano @ $39.99
From Italy's Adriatic coast, 100% Cabernet Franc, complex and fruit-driven but well balanced with soft tannins and seductive herbal notes
NEW ROSÉS:
Cantele 2009 Rosato @ $10.99
100% Negroamaro from Puglia with intense berry aromas and flavors
Mas Carlot 2009 Provence @ $11.99
A blend of Grenache and Syrah from the west bank of the Rhone, a splendid melange of strawberries, spring flowers and spice
Triebaumer 2008 Blaufrankisch @ $11.99
100% Balufrnakisch (a.k.a. Limberger or Blue Franc), a clear and brilliant pink, light and fresh with aromas of fresh-cut lilacs
Muga 2009 Rioja @ $12.99
A blend of Grenache, Viura and Tempranillo with a nose of strawberry and rhubarb and a palate that is dry and crisp
Prestige des Granges 2009 Chusclau @ $14.99
A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault from the Rhone with a nose of wild strawberries and pink grapefruit, fresh and well balanced
Fleur 2009 Vin Gris @ $14.99
100% Pinot Noir from California, bright, fresh and flavorful and made in a crisp, dry style
Domaine de la Sauveuse 2009 Provence @ $16.99
From a certified organic producer in Provence, a delicate, crisp blend of Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault with tangy flavors of strawberries and a lovely floral nose
May 20, 2010
news of the week
A reminder . . . there is still time to join us for the big Italian tasting tomorrow night, details as follows:
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Italian Wine Tasting Event
Join your friends and neighbors for a special wine-tasting event on Friday night, May 21st, 7:00-9:00 pm, featuring all 20 Italian provinces, with a white and a red from each province. The venue is Christ Church, at the corner of Clinton and Kane Sts., and the venue should be attraction enough: the church is landmarked, celebrating its 175th anniversary this year; its redecoration in 1916 was the last personal commission undertaken by Louis Comfort Tiffany and most of the interior is his work. Tasting is a benefit for the Linden Tree Pre-school; $35 in advance, $40 at the door. You may pay in advance with credit card by calling Heights Chateau, 718-330-0963, or by check made out to Christ Church, 326 Clinton St.
NEW WHITES:
Punta Pays 2009 Viognier @ $9.99
Classically aromatic with a light, crisp, refreshing body
(back) Healdsburg Ranches 2007 Chardonnay @ $11.99
A fresh, fruity, stainless steel Chardonnay that has become a real house favorite
Mohua 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $13.99
A citrus Sauvignon Blanc made from grapes carefully selected from 11 different Marlborough vineyards
Inacayal 2009 Torrontes @ $15.99
Rich, floral, perfumy, a classic Torrontes from Argentina
Bouke 2009 Perlant @ $16.99
A non-vintage blend of Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, and Pinot Noir, slightly fizzy in the style of a vinho verde
Guidobono 2009 Roero Arneis @ $17.99
Round, well balanced, fleshy and fruity, with peachy flavors and great acidity
(new vintage) Norton Ridge 2008 Chardonnay @ $17.99
Crisp fruit flavors with great structure and a lingering finish
Ladoucette 2007 Les Deux Tours @ $17.99
Floral aromas, grapefruit flavor notes, with lively acidity and plenty of body
(new vintage) Danubio 2008 Gruner Veltliner @ $17.99 (Liter)
From a biodynamic Austrian producer, herbal, with straightforward cut-apple flavors
(new vintage) Shinn Estate 2009 First Fruit @ $19.99
Primarily Sauvignon Blanc with a bit of Semillon, with classic flavors of ripe pears, minerals and herbs
(new vintage) Pascal Jolivet 2008 Sancerre @ $23.99
Pear, guava, and lime, with brisk acidity and a pungent flintiness
Figge 2008 Chardonnay @ $33.99
Green apple freshness from a boutique producer in Monterey, limited allocation
NEW REDS:
Sincerite 2007 Pinot Noir @ $9.99
A light, refreshing Pinot from noted Sancerre producer Joseph Mellot
Alberto Furque 2008 Malbec @ $15.99
Cherry aromas and flavors, serious length, a Malbec with both strength and charm
Rodney Strong 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $14.99
A rich, layered Cabernet with lush, mature tannins
(back) Pago del Vicario 2006 50/50 @ $18.99
A Tempranillo/Cabernet blend with aromas of mature red fruits and a pleasant acidity
Sierra Cantabria 2006 Crianza @ $18.99
Zesty red fruits on the palate framed by fine tannins, with a focused, spicy finish
B. R. Cohn 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $19.99
Full, rich flavors of berry, cherry, hints of vanilla, a Cab with complexity and depth
Pataille 2008 Marsannay @ $29.99
An aromatic, elegant Burgundy from a dynamic young organic producer
(back) Tenuta di Trinoro 2006 Le Cupole @ $33.99
A "Bordeaux" from Tuscany, a blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot, with dark fruit, sweet spices, and licorice
Joseph Family 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $41.99
A rich, hearty, bold Cab from Alexander Valley
NEW ROSES:
Mulderbosch 2009 Cabernet @ $10.99
Crisp, clean, medium-bodied, a delicious Cab-based rose from South Africa
Marchesini 2009 Chiaretto @ $13.99
Light, lively, fruity, ideal for the warm weather to come
Serrapetrona 2009 Rosato @ $15.99
Persistent flavors with a light mineral edge, made 100% from Vernaccia Nera
Mordoree 2009 Cotes du Rhone @ $16.99
Bright red fruits on a lowish acid palate, a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Cinsault
news of the week
Quite a few new items this week! Please call the store (718-330-0963) or stop in to register to attend the great Italian wine tasting a week from Friday night (information follows).
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Italian Wine Tasting Event
Join your friends and neighbors for a special wine-tasting event on Friday night, May 21st, 7:00-9:00 pm, featuring all 20 Italian provinces, with a white and a red from each province. The venue is Christ Church, at the corner of Clinton and Kane Sts., and the venue should be attraction enough: the church is landmarked, celebrating its 175th anniversary this year; its redecoration in 1916 was the last personal commission undertaken by Louis Comfort Tiffany and most of the interior is his work. Tasting is a benefit for the Linden Tree Pre-school; $35 in advance, $40 at the door. You may pay in advance with credit card by calling Heights Chateau, 718-330-0963, or by check made out to Christ Church, 326 Clinton St.
NEW WHITES:
Terra Australis 2008 Chardonnay @ $8.99
From the Riverland region of southeastern Australia, unoaked with generous fruit flavors of melon and nectarine
La Manarine 2009 Cotes du Rhone @ $14.99
From a small family estate begun in 2001, a clean, fresh blend of Grenache Blanc and Clairette
Domaine Alfred 2008 Chamisal Chardonnay @ $14.99
All stainless-steel, a true expression of fruit from some of the oldest vineyards in Edna Valley
(new vintage) Marques de Alella 2008 Alella @ $14.99
100% Pansa Blanca from the Alella region of northeast Spain, with a deliciously fruity aroma and the sumptuous personality of this grape variety
Castel de Paolis 2008 Campo Vecchio Bianco @ $15.99
A delightful blend of seven varieties native to Italy's province of Lazio, full, deep, rich and complex
Bishop's Peak 2007 Chardonnay @ $15.99
The second label of Talley Vineyards, offering a ripe and juicy Chardonnay for everyday drinking
Terredora di Paolo 2009 Falanghina @ $15.99
Rich and intense yet fresh and clean, from one of the top producers in Campania
Carl Ehrhard 2008 Riesling @ $15.99
Smooth, elegant, sophisticated, from a top boutique producer in the Rheingau
St. Supery 2008 Moscato @ $17.99
Purity of stone fruit with brisk underlying acidity, from a classy family-owned winery in Napa
Trimbach 2008 Riesling @ $19.99
Chalky, lightly herby, a dry Riesling from one of the oldest houses in Alsace
Amayna 2007 Chardonnay @ $20.99
From Chile's cool Leyda Valley, notes of toasted almonds and dried fruit blended with fine oak
Albert Mann 2008 Riesling Cuvee Albert @ $24.99
An organically managed Alsace estate producing bright, dry Rieslings with notes of mineral and lime
Lucien Crochet 2007 Sancerre @ $30.99
Tight, bright, lean and steely, from one of the top producers in the Loire Valley
Albert Mann 2008 Riesling Grand Cru Schlossberg @ $39.99
A single-vineyard Riesling with great depth, body and structure and the potential to develop magnificently
NEW REDS:
Terra Australis 2008 Shiraz @ $8.99
From the Riverland region of southeastern Australia, a soft, luscious Shiraz with black berry flavors and a lingering finish
Temporada 2009 Malbec @ $8.99
A fresh, fruity Malbec made from younger vines and vinified mostly in stainless steel
Pavillon Deneurieux 2008 Cotes du Rhone @ $8.99
A 50/50 blend of Grenache and Syrah, rich and well structured, with aromas of almonds and spices
Domaine Jaume 2008 Cotes du Rhone @ $9.99
Mostly Grenache with 15% Syrah, fresh, raspberry-scented, a great warm-weather red
(new vintage) Paringa 2008 Shiraz @ $10.99
A favorite year in and year out, with spicy blackberry fruit and the distinctive aromatics from the small amount of Viognier blended in
Rock & Vine 2007 Cabernet @ $11.99
A Bordeaux-style blend, mostly Cabernet but with some Merlot, Cab Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot folded in, with rich blackberry and cassis flavors and a long finish
(new vintage) Mackenzie 2007 Cabernet @ $14.99
A Cabernet bursting with flavors of boysenberry and black cherry and a silky sense of oak
Ferraton 2008 Cotes du Rhone @ $14.99
A Grenache/Syrah/Cinsault blend with solid structure and surprising density, showing lovely black currant and cherry fruit
Terredora di Paolo 2008 Aglianico @ $14.99
A soft and elegant version of this grape with notes of mature red fruits, solid structure, and a long finish
Plouzeau 2009 Chinon @ $15.99
Cabernet Franc from the Loire, full and silky, with aromas of blackberry, raspberry, and licorice
Scagliola 2009 Barbera @ $15.99
A hidden gem from the Piedmont, focused and energetic, with good acidity and depth
Pesquier 2007 Cotes du Rhone @ $15.99
Made from grapes from tiny parcels of Grenache and Mourvedre by a noted Gigondas producer, with intense spicy aromas and a hint of leather
Mas de Gourgonnier 2008 Les Baux de Provence @ $15.99
A Rhone-style blend from an organic producer in Provence, a house favorite year in and year out
Val Joannis 2007 Syrah @ $16.99
Plump, fleshy, spicy, with a layer of cocoa covering the plum and berry fruit
Rutini 2007 Malbec @ $16.99
Classic Malbec, with a concentrated nose of wild berried and vanilla and a palate of rich black fruit flavors
42 Degrees South 2006 Pinot Noir @ $18.99
Complex and stylish, a fruit-driven Pinot Noir from Tasmania
(new vintage) Villa Sant' Anna 2006 Chianti @ $19.99
A limited-production Chianti from the hills near Siena, smooth, ripe, and elegant
(back) Anges 2006 Crozes-Hermitage @ $20.99
A harmonious Syrah-based wine from the northern Rhone with a bit of a Burgundian attitude
Gilbert 2007 Menetou-Salon @ $23.99
100% Pinot Noir from the Loire, with fresh aromas of bright red fruits, spice, and floral hints
NEW ROSES:
ZaZa 2009 Garnacha @ $11.99
From the Santo Cristo winery in the Campo de Borja region of Spain, a deep rose with pronounced notes of raspberry and strawberry
Nautique NV Esprit de Rose @ $12.99
The second label of Peconic Bay Winery, offering a blend of Cabernet, Riesling and Merlot, fresh, lively, and very food-friendly
La Selve 2009 Maguelonne @ $13.99
A blend of Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault from a biodynamic producer in the Ardeche
Ravines 2008 Pinot Rose @ $13.99
100% Pinot Noir but made in a Provencal style, from a boutique winery on New York's Keuka Lake, dry with muted strawberry flavors
Yellow and Blue 2009 Rose @ $13.99
A dry Spanish rose, more cranberry than strawberry, made from organic grapes and presented in a tetrapak
Raffault 2009 Chinon @ $14.99
Cabernet Franc, with bright and lively fruit and a long succulent finish
Chateau Revelette 2009 Coteaux d'Aix @ $14.99
A ripe, plumy Provencal rose based on Syrah and Cabernet
Sainte Lucie 2009 MiP @ $14.99
MiP = made in Provence, a Syrah-based rose with fresh citrus fruit and overtones of raspberry and red currant
Torre dei Beati 2009 Cerasuolo @ $14.99
From a biodynamic producer in the Abruzzo, a full, lush, fruity rose with naturally soft tannins
news of the week
Again, few new interesting items this week (see below), and a repeat of the announcement of a very special tasting event to be held on Friday May 21st . . . as follows:
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Italian Wine Tasting Event
Join your friends and neighbors in Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill, and Carroll Gardens for a special wine tasting event on Friday night, May 21st, 7:00-9:00 pm, featuring all 20 Italian provinces, with a white and a red from each province. The venue is Christ Church, at the corner of Clinton and Kane Sts., and the venue should be attraction enough: the church is landmarked, celebrating its 175th anniversary this year; its redecoration in 1916 was the last personal commission undertaken by Louis Comfort Tiffany and most of the interior is his work. Tasting is a benefit for the Linden Tree Pre-school; $35 in advance, $40 at the door. You may pay in advance with credit card by calling Heights Chateau, 718-330-0963.
NEW WHITES:
Hofer 2009 Gruner Veltliner @ $12.99 (Liter bottle)
A Gruner with exceptional ripeness, made from estate-grown fruit on a certified-organic property
Virginie Taunt 2008 Sauvignon Blanc @ $13.99
Characteristic aromas and flavors of bright citrus fruit, with a dry, minerally finish
(new vintage) Mahoney Estate 2008 Vermentino @ $18.99
White peaches and citrus flavors with lovely floral notes and a crisp finish
Johannishof 2008 Charta Riesling @ $18.99
Racy and minerally, light-bodied and crisp . . . Only 800 cases made
Baronne du Chatelard 2006 Pouilly-Fuisse @ $19.99
A rich, expressive white Burgundy, pure Chardonnay aged partially in new oak
Sybille Kuntz 2007 Riesling @ $21.99
A dry Riesling, organically farmed, elegant and delicate with crisp pure fruit
Nino Negri 2007 Ca' Brione @ $33.99
An elegant white from the Valtellina region of Lombardy, oak-aged, a blend of partially dried Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, Incrocio Manzone, and a bit of Nebbiolo vinified as a white
NEW REDS:
Fundatio 2008 Tempranillo @ $8.99
Supple, with hints of black cherry, plum, and licorice
Santa Maria de la Palma 2008 Cannonau Le Bombarde @ $12.99
100% Cannonau (a.k.a. Grenache) from sumptuous Sardinia, warm and peppery with ripe fruit flavors
(new vintage) Lovivalo 2007 Toro @ $13.99
Unoaked Tempranillo with great berry aromas and flavors of dark cherry and earth
Charles Back 2005 Goats Do Roam in Villages @ $13.99
Back's "spot-on" take on a Cotes-du-Rhone Villages, a rich, spicy blend of Shiraz, Pinotage, and Mourvedre
Bishop's Peak 2005 Rock Solid Red @ $15.99
From the second label of Talley Vineyards, a blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, Syrah, and Petite Syrah, with dark fruits and hints of black pepper and a light tannic structure
Josep Foraster 2006 Conca de Barbera @ $15.99
From a small family winery in Catalonia, a powerful, meaty blend of Tempranillo and Cabernet, well balanced with a long finish
Torre Golban 2006 Ribera del Duero @ $17.99
A smooth expression of the Tempranillo grape, with vibrant fruit and polished tannins
(new vintage) St. Amant 2008 Zinfandel @ $18.99
Rich berry fruit and a generous helping of spice, rich and chewy but well balanced
Mas D'Agalis 2008 Yo No Puede Mas @ $17.99
From a young Languedoc producer who farms organically, a stunning blend of Syrah, Carigane, a
17% off a solid case of still wine, 15% off a mixed case of wine and 5% of a case of sparkling wine.
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