Selection of still wine
$99
CALIFORNIA : NAPA VALLEY
Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot
FULL-MED-BODIED, BLACKBERRY, HAZELNUT, CHOCOLATE, GAME, CEDAR, OAK
This beautifully balanced Bordeaux blend from the historic Napanook Vineyard (a 124-acre site west of Yountville in Napa Valley) has round, soft tannins and expressive floral aromatics surrounding layers of rich dark fruit and savory hints of cedar and chocolate. Aged in 20% new oak; has immediate appeal but will keep for 10-15 years.
PAIR WITH: Spice-Crusted Grilled Hanger Steak
ECOLOGY: Organic
$23
SPAIN : MADEIRA
Tinta Negra
FULL-BODIED, SWEET, PEANUT, RAISIN, CANDIED ORANGE PEEL, BAKING SPICE
Farming : Conventional
Pairing : Peanut Butter Cups
$34
$65
FRANCE : LOIRE VALLEY : ANJOU
Cabernet Franc
MED-FULL BODIED, BLACK CHERRY, PLUM, PARTIAL NEW OAK, FINE TANNINS
The late Anne-Claude Leflaive — famed matriarch of one of Burgundy’s most important domaines — revitalized this Anjou property in 2008 as a project to help biodynamic wine estates across France. This Cab Franc is classic Loire: spicy, mineral-driven, and quite supple, with generous ripe red & black fruit. Wow!
ECOLOGY : Biodynamic
PAIR WITH : Grilled Lamb, Pork Meatballs
$45
FRANCE : BURGUNDY : COTE DE NUITS
Pinot Noir
MEDIUM-BODIED, RASPBERRY, VIOLET, TART CHERRY, ORANGE PEEL, USED OAK
This all around gorgeous and well balanced Pinot Noir from a tiny vineyard site in the Côtes de Nuits - 0.085 hectares in Flagey-Echezaux, just opposite of Clos de Vougeot - is a true victory from Vincent Ledy. Proof that a well-made wine is one that does not have to hide behind oak!
FARMING : Organic
WINEMAKING : Whole cluster; no sulfur added; aged 18 months in used barrels (no new oak)
PAIRING : Roast Pork with Crackling
$53
FRANCE : BURGUNDY : COTE DE BEAUNE : SAINT-AUBIN
Chardonnay
MED-FULL-BODIED, RICH, CLEAN, COMPLEX, HONEY, CITRUS, STONE FRUIT, MINERAL, OAK
We were fortunate to grab these bottles from the Prudhon family, who have deep ties to the village of Saint Aubin - for a close study in the full range of terroir expression that can be achieved in a niche area, look no farther than this domaine. Both offerings here are rich and complex; "Les Perrieres" plot has intensely stony soil and is the more mineral of the two; "Sur Gamay" is distinct and deep, with a honeyed character that given a few years will be shining. Insane value.
FARMING : Lutte Raisonnée
PAIRING : Stinky Cheese
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PORTUGAL : BAIRRADA
Baga
MED-BODIED, STRAWBERRY, RED CHERRY, BLACKBERRY, MINERAL, HERBAL, SPICE, OAK
100% Baga grapes from very old vines (80-120 years old) selected from the coolest parts of the vineyard make for a much fresher style of the varietal, proving its versatility and potential for elegance & purity. Pale ruby in color, with delicate fruit, fine tannins, fresh acidity, and nice depth; definitely has potential for aging but can easily be enjoyed now. Fermented in traditional lagares w/manual treading; aged 12 mos in french oak used barrels.
ECOLOGY : Sustainable
PAIR WITH : Crispy Prosciutto, Sage Pesto & Tomato Grilled Cheese
$62
France : Bordeaux : Saint-Èstephe
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
FULL-BODIED, BLACK CURRANT, PLUM, BLACK CHERRY, LIQUORICE, OAK
Founded in the 15th century, Pez is one of the oldest domaines in the Left Bank, and among the most highly reputed crus of the Médoc. Typically a hard and robust wine, this is St-Èstephe at the top of its game: elegant and refined, with polished tannins and a long, delicate finish Overall, a rich, dense and complex wine that merits prolonged aging.
Conventional
Pair With: Fillet of Beef with Sauce Périgourdine
$175
Italy : Umbria : Montefalco : Cerrete
Sagrantino
MED-FULL-BODIED, BLACK FRUIT, VIOLET, LEATHER, MINERAL, OAK, AGEWORTHY
Intense but elegant in nearly every aspect, with a deep violet color, robust tannins, and powerful aromas and flavors that present from start to persistent finish. Natural fermentation after 45-day maceration; wine spends 1 year in steel tanks and then 43 months in large Slovenian oak barrels. Only 3933 bottles produced.
SUSTAINABILITY: Organic
PAIRING : Pork Chops
*Low intervention
$34
NEW YORK : LONG ISLAND : NORTH FORK
Petit Verdot
MED-FULL-BODIED, SILKY, DARK, FINE TANNINS, BLACKBERRY, PLUM, BLACK PEPPER, LEATHER
VITICULTURE : Organic / Biodynamic
VINIFICATION : Low-intervention (no sulfur added; unfined/unfiltered; wild yeast); neutral French oak
PAIRING : Grilled Lamb Chops
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$54
FRANCE : BURGUNDY : COTE DE BEAUNE : SAINT-AUBIN
Chardonnay
MED-FULL-BODIED, RICH, BRIGHT, COMPLEX, MINERAL, STONE FRUIT, SMOKE, OAK
We were fortunate to grab these bottles from the Prudhon family, who have deep ties to the village of Saint Aubin - for a close study in the full range of terroir expression that can be achieved in a niche area, look no farther than this domaine. Both offerings here are rich and complex; "Les Perrieres" plot has intensely stony soil and is the more mineral of the two; "Sur Gamay" is distinct and deep, with a honeyed character that given a few years will be shining. Insane value.
FARMING : Lutte Raisonnée
PAIRING : White Fish in Lemon Butter Sauce
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FRANCE : LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON : RIVESALTES
Grenache Gris
FULL-BODIED, DRY, APRICOT JAM, CARAMEL, COFFEE, HONEY, OAK
Powerful, complex, and delicious! This aged, oxidized, and fortified wine is from Rivesaltes AOP — one of the “big three” fortified dessert wine appellations in Roussillon. Hand harvested from 1.9-hectares of 70 year old vines; wines are aged in used 335-liter Bordelais fûts.
Serve slightly chilled, with dinner or desert .
AGRICULTURE : Organic
PAIR WITH : Dark Chocolate
$90
OREGON : WILLAMETTE VALLEY : CHEHALEM MOUNTAINS
Pinot Noir
MEDIUM-FULL BODIED, EARTH, MUSHROOM, BLACK CHERRY, RASPBERRY, OAK
Ultra-premium, single-vineyard minimal interventionist approach to Oregon AVA with old world results. Crunchy red and black fruits aromas dance in sync with fine tannins and tertiary tobacco and spice notes. Crisp for a red wine, with slight mushroom funk on the back palate.
Drink now - 2028.
ECOLOGY : Biodynamic
PAIRING : Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
*Low Sulfites
*Age-worthy