Remember to mark your calendars for our big anniversary celebration on May 18, and check the calendar on our web site for info on other tastings and store-related events. And of course, Happy Passover, Happy Easter to all!
NEW WHITES:
(back) Maculan 1009 Pinot & Toi @ 11.99
intensely perfumed, with refreshing notes of citrus and apples
Glazebrook 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $13.99
a beautifully expressive version of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, with passion fruit and mango aromas backed by classic herbal notes
Domaine du Moulin 2009 Cheverny @ $14.99
70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Chardonnay from the Loire, 100% natural, made in small quantities, fresh, balanced and lively
Les Jamelles 2010 Chardonnay @ $15.99
from the Pays d'Oc, aromatic, nutty, and rich with well integrated notes of vanilla oak and a lemony finish, Kosher for Passover
(new vintage) Gran Sasso 2010 Pecorino @ $16.99
a varietal indigenous to the Abruzzo enjoying a significant revival, with inviting almond aromas giving way to crisp and refreshing fruit on the palate
Elena Walch 2009 Muller-Thurgau @ $17.99
from high-altitude vineyards in the Alto Adige, a crisp, intensely spicy white, aromatic, elegant, well defined
Rodet 2009 Pouilly-Fuisse @ $17.99
a classic white Burgundy from a long-time negociant/producer, with good fruit and an impressively structured finish
Sardi Giustiniani 2010 Quinis Vermentino @ $19.99
from the Colline Lucchesi in southern Tuscany, a Vermentino with the full fragrance of flowers and herbs and with clean, fresh fruit on the palate
Bichot 2009 Chardonnay Secret de la Famille @ $19.99
the first vintage for this Burgundy cuvee, bright, with precise, high-toned aromas, rounded flavors and elegance
(back) Maculan 1009 Pinot & Toi @ 11.99
intensely perfumed, with refreshing notes of citrus and apples
Glazebrook 2009 Sauvignon Blanc @ $13.99
a beautifully expressive version of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, with passion fruit and mango aromas backed by classic herbal notes
Domaine du Moulin 2009 Cheverny @ $14.99
70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Chardonnay from the Loire, 100% natural, made in small quantities, fresh, balanced and lively
Les Jamelles 2010 Chardonnay @ $15.99
from the Pays d'Oc, aromatic, nutty, and rich with well integrated notes of vanilla oak and a lemony finish, Kosher for Passover
(new vintage) Gran Sasso 2010 Pecorino @ $16.99
a varietal indigenous to the Abruzzo enjoying a significant revival, with inviting almond aromas giving way to crisp and refreshing fruit on the palate
Elena Walch 2009 Muller-Thurgau @ $17.99
from high-altitude vineyards in the Alto Adige, a crisp, intensely spicy white, aromatic, elegant, well defined
Rodet 2009 Pouilly-Fuisse @ $17.99
a classic white Burgundy from a long-time negociant/producer, with good fruit and an impressively structured finish
Sardi Giustiniani 2010 Quinis Vermentino @ $19.99
from the Colline Lucchesi in southern Tuscany, a Vermentino with the full fragrance of flowers and herbs and with clean, fresh fruit on the palate
Bichot 2009 Chardonnay Secret de la Famille @ $19.99
the first vintage for this Burgundy cuvee, bright, with precise, high-toned aromas, rounded flavors and elegance
NEW REDS:
Chateau Bouissel 2007 Fronton @ $10.99
an unusual blend of Negrette, Syrah and Malbec from a small family estate just to the north of Toulouse, deliciously soft and smooth, fruity, floral and spicy
Project Paso 2009 Red @ $10.99
the latest project from Dom Sebastiani and Sons, a very unlikely blend of eight different grape varieties (Grenache, Zinfandel, Petite Syrah, Mourvedre, Barbera, Lagrein, Tempranillo and Sangiovese), silky and medium-bodied, complex and easy-drinking
Grifalco 2008 Gricos @ $12.99
100% Aglianico from Basilicata, done half in oak and half in stainless steel, with black and blue fruits and hints of tobacco and cocoa
Coume du Roy 2004 Le Desir @ $12.99
from the oldest winery in Maury, in the Roussillon region of southwestern France, a blend of Grenache and Carignan, straightforward and well balanced with a luscious texture, very easy to drink
Matignon 2009 Anjou Villages @ $14.99
classic Cabernet Franc from the Loire, robust, structured, and harmonious with great acidity and texture
Luzzano 2009 Bonarda @ $15.99
from a property right on the border between Emilia-Romagna and Lombardia, a Bonarda (aka, Croatina) with an intense, penetrating, youthful nose with aromas of violet; dry with excellent length
Domaine des Lys Sacres 2009 Brouilly @ $15.99
from a great Beaujolais vintage with an outstanding price/quality ratio, the perfect wine for a plate of charcuterie shared among friends, says Gault-Millau
Les Jamelles 2010 Cabernet @ $15.99
from hillside vineyards in the Pays d'Oc, an elegant and complex Cab, long and velvety on the palate with well-balanced tannins, Kosher for Passover
Feraud 2009 Plan Pegau @ $16.99
crafted by Laurence Féraud of Domaine du Pegau, a red with loads of character and personality, offering a true and loud echo of the flavor and style of Domaine du Pegau Châteauneuf-du-Pape
(back) Can Blau 2008 Montsant @ $17.99
a blend of Carignane, Syrah and Garnacha from just outside Priorat, an earthy, spicy red bursting with bright fruit with a vanilla and coconut finish and some minerality at the end
Domaine La Grange Tiphaine 2009 Clef do Sol @ $18.99
an organic blend of Cabernet Franc and Cot (Malbec), an elegant yet energetic red, in no way overdone
Montesecondo 2007 Chianti Classico @ $22.99
a traditional blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino, rich and complex, displaying the classic sour cherry flavors with enough acidity for balance
Kelley Fox 2007 Pinot Noir Momtazi Vineyard @ $38.99
from a single biodynamically-farmed vineyard, a Pinot from one of Oregon's top young women winemakers that shows cherry aromas and flavors supported by a tightly woven frame of fine tannins, only 133 cases produced
Chateau Bouissel 2007 Fronton @ $10.99
an unusual blend of Negrette, Syrah and Malbec from a small family estate just to the north of Toulouse, deliciously soft and smooth, fruity, floral and spicy
Project Paso 2009 Red @ $10.99
the latest project from Dom Sebastiani and Sons, a very unlikely blend of eight different grape varieties (Grenache, Zinfandel, Petite Syrah, Mourvedre, Barbera, Lagrein, Tempranillo and Sangiovese), silky and medium-bodied, complex and easy-drinking
Grifalco 2008 Gricos @ $12.99
100% Aglianico from Basilicata, done half in oak and half in stainless steel, with black and blue fruits and hints of tobacco and cocoa
Coume du Roy 2004 Le Desir @ $12.99
from the oldest winery in Maury, in the Roussillon region of southwestern France, a blend of Grenache and Carignan, straightforward and well balanced with a luscious texture, very easy to drink
Matignon 2009 Anjou Villages @ $14.99
classic Cabernet Franc from the Loire, robust, structured, and harmonious with great acidity and texture
Luzzano 2009 Bonarda @ $15.99
from a property right on the border between Emilia-Romagna and Lombardia, a Bonarda (aka, Croatina) with an intense, penetrating, youthful nose with aromas of violet; dry with excellent length
Domaine des Lys Sacres 2009 Brouilly @ $15.99
from a great Beaujolais vintage with an outstanding price/quality ratio, the perfect wine for a plate of charcuterie shared among friends, says Gault-Millau
Les Jamelles 2010 Cabernet @ $15.99
from hillside vineyards in the Pays d'Oc, an elegant and complex Cab, long and velvety on the palate with well-balanced tannins, Kosher for Passover
Feraud 2009 Plan Pegau @ $16.99
crafted by Laurence Féraud of Domaine du Pegau, a red with loads of character and personality, offering a true and loud echo of the flavor and style of Domaine du Pegau Châteauneuf-du-Pape
(back) Can Blau 2008 Montsant @ $17.99
a blend of Carignane, Syrah and Garnacha from just outside Priorat, an earthy, spicy red bursting with bright fruit with a vanilla and coconut finish and some minerality at the end
Domaine La Grange Tiphaine 2009 Clef do Sol @ $18.99
an organic blend of Cabernet Franc and Cot (Malbec), an elegant yet energetic red, in no way overdone
Montesecondo 2007 Chianti Classico @ $22.99
a traditional blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino, rich and complex, displaying the classic sour cherry flavors with enough acidity for balance
Kelley Fox 2007 Pinot Noir Momtazi Vineyard @ $38.99
from a single biodynamically-farmed vineyard, a Pinot from one of Oregon's top young women winemakers that shows cherry aromas and flavors supported by a tightly woven frame of fine tannins, only 133 cases produced
NEW ROSES:
Sincerite 2010 Pinot Noir Rose @ $9.99
Pinot Noir from the Loire Valley, with scents of vanilla and a perfect balance of tangerine citrus
(new vintage) Cantele 2010 Negroamaro @ $10.99
100% Negroamaro from Puglia, fresh and bright, with juicy red fruit flavors, bright acidity, and just enough tannic structure to make it extremely food-friendly
Pourcieux 2010 Provence @ $12.99
a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault, with a nose of red berries and citrus and an elegant kick of minerality
(new vintage) Sainte Lucie 2010 MIP @ $14.99
a playful blend of Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah typical of Provence, with expressive aromatics, light bodied nature and fresh clean finish
(new vintage) Flouret 2010 Nationale 7 @ $14.99
an unusual blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Tibouren, with fresh minerality, good berry fruit, and bright acidity
Saint Aix 2010 Aix-en-Provence @ $15.99
a classic blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre, fresh and aromatic, with a light citrus touch on the palate
Sardi Giustiniani 2010 Felice @ $19.99
from Lucca in southern Tuscany, a blend of Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese with a delicate floral bouquet and fresh fruit on the palate
Vina Tondonia 2000 Rosado @ $22.99
the current vintage from a winery that believes in releasing wines when they most ready to drink, a blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha and Viura from estate vineyards, smooth and fresh on the palate with amazing complexity due to extended barrel ageing
Sincerite 2010 Pinot Noir Rose @ $9.99
Pinot Noir from the Loire Valley, with scents of vanilla and a perfect balance of tangerine citrus
(new vintage) Cantele 2010 Negroamaro @ $10.99
100% Negroamaro from Puglia, fresh and bright, with juicy red fruit flavors, bright acidity, and just enough tannic structure to make it extremely food-friendly
Pourcieux 2010 Provence @ $12.99
a blend of Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault, with a nose of red berries and citrus and an elegant kick of minerality
(new vintage) Sainte Lucie 2010 MIP @ $14.99
a playful blend of Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah typical of Provence, with expressive aromatics, light bodied nature and fresh clean finish
(new vintage) Flouret 2010 Nationale 7 @ $14.99
an unusual blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Tibouren, with fresh minerality, good berry fruit, and bright acidity
Saint Aix 2010 Aix-en-Provence @ $15.99
a classic blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre, fresh and aromatic, with a light citrus touch on the palate
Sardi Giustiniani 2010 Felice @ $19.99
from Lucca in southern Tuscany, a blend of Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese with a delicate floral bouquet and fresh fruit on the palate
Vina Tondonia 2000 Rosado @ $22.99
the current vintage from a winery that believes in releasing wines when they most ready to drink, a blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha and Viura from estate vineyards, smooth and fresh on the palate with amazing complexity due to extended barrel ageing