$50
CALIFORNIA : NAPA VALLEY
Chardonnay
MEDIUM-BODIED, GOLDEN APPLE, RIPE PEACH, BUTTER, OAK PRESENT
Barrel fermented in 33% new oak plus eight months spent on the lees, this fine California Chard has a long and toasty finish. Ripe apple, peach, and oak aromas are complemented by crisp acidity and pleasing minerality. Lighter notes of beeswax, almond, and lanolin are a bonus.
FARMING : Sustainable
PAIRING : Seared Scallops
$19
ITALY : TRENTINO-ALTO ADIGE : VIGNETI DELLE DOLOMITI
Pinot Grigio
LIGHT-BODIED, ORCHARD FRUIT, CRISP, NO OAK
Expressive aromas of white apple blossoms; ripe yellow apple with lime zest and orange pith on the palate. Good finish.
Ecology: Organic
$54
FRANCE : CHAMPAGNE : VALLÉ DE LA MARNE
Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
FULL-BODIED, GOLDEN APPLE, HONEY, DOUGH, SPICE, TEA, OAK
Completely stunning grower Champagne for an unbeatable value!
…The 'Assemblage' from Champagne André Heucq is plush and luxurious, with deliciously rich, over-ripe and baked golden apple, candied fruit, white pepper, and warm bready/toasty notes laid over a soft, creamy mousse.
FARMING : Organic, Certified Biodynamic
PAIRING : Sugar-and-Spice Candied Nuts