Yet another lumping together of two weeks' worth of arrivals; I should return to a weekly schedule next week!
NEW WHITES:
Bogle 2010 Sauvignon Blanc @ $9.99
bright and lively, with aromas of lemon zest and fresh-cut grass, clean and refreshingly crisp on the palate
Toad Hollow 2009 Chardonnay @ $12.99
unoaked from Mendocino County, crisp, clean and steely with flavor notes of peach and citrus
(new vintage) Dr. Loosen 2010 Riesling @ $12.99
lemon tinted and golden hued, a semi-sweet Riesling with young fruit aromas of melon, lemon, and lime
(new vintage) Mulderbosch 2010 Chenin Blanc @ $13.99
clean and lively, with nuances of nutmeg and cloves, well-balanced and elegant but with weight and a powerful follow-through on the palate
(new vintage) Rocken 2010 Riesling @ $13.99
a crisp, dry Riesling from Weingut Ehrhard featuring a sweet, ripe nose and zingy citrus and minerals on the palate
(back) Kim Crawford 2010 Sauvignon Blanc @ $15.99
arguably the benchmark for this varietal, crisp and powerful, with intense aromas of gooseberry and citrus
Mancinelli 2010 Verdicchio @ $17.99
a fresh, fragrant white with the classic bitter almond aroma, soft and floral with a slightly bitter aftertaste
Ponzi 2010 Pinot Gris @ $17.99
from one of Oregon's most consistent Pinot Gris producers, with tropical fruit and floral aromatics and a refreshing hit of citrus on the palate
Deux Roches 2008 Saint-Veran @ $19.99
a real charmer with flavors of citrus, floral notes and a wonderful minerality, ample, with a beautiful richness and a finish that is delicate and refreshing
(new vintage) Freemark Abbey 2010 Chardonnay @ $19.99
a classic California Chardonnay made with fruit from four vineyard sites across the Napa Valley, showing concentrated aromas and flavors of ripe, lush stone fruits supported by a lovely, subtle toasty oak complexity
(new vintage) La Crema 2009 Chardonnay @ $20.99
from the cool-climate Monterey appellation, a fruit-driven tropical-flavored Chardonnay with complex and intense flavors without overwhelming ripeness
(back) DeVillaine 2008 Bourgogne "Les Clous" @ $20.99
an ageworthy old-vines Chardonnay from the Côtes Chalonnaises, crisp and elegant with pure mineral character
Cliff Lede 2010 Sauvignon Blanc @ $24.99
intense floral and tropical flavors, with subtle notes of marzipan, ginger, and tarragon that add complexity to the finish and complement the lemon/strawberry base and a crisp minerality that lifts the flavors on the palate
Bichot 2009 Chassagne-Montrachet @ $39.99
classic white Burgundy from one of the region's most prominent and long-established negociants
Bogle 2010 Sauvignon Blanc @ $9.99
bright and lively, with aromas of lemon zest and fresh-cut grass, clean and refreshingly crisp on the palate
Toad Hollow 2009 Chardonnay @ $12.99
unoaked from Mendocino County, crisp, clean and steely with flavor notes of peach and citrus
(new vintage) Dr. Loosen 2010 Riesling @ $12.99
lemon tinted and golden hued, a semi-sweet Riesling with young fruit aromas of melon, lemon, and lime
(new vintage) Mulderbosch 2010 Chenin Blanc @ $13.99
clean and lively, with nuances of nutmeg and cloves, well-balanced and elegant but with weight and a powerful follow-through on the palate
(new vintage) Rocken 2010 Riesling @ $13.99
a crisp, dry Riesling from Weingut Ehrhard featuring a sweet, ripe nose and zingy citrus and minerals on the palate
(back) Kim Crawford 2010 Sauvignon Blanc @ $15.99
arguably the benchmark for this varietal, crisp and powerful, with intense aromas of gooseberry and citrus
Mancinelli 2010 Verdicchio @ $17.99
a fresh, fragrant white with the classic bitter almond aroma, soft and floral with a slightly bitter aftertaste
Ponzi 2010 Pinot Gris @ $17.99
from one of Oregon's most consistent Pinot Gris producers, with tropical fruit and floral aromatics and a refreshing hit of citrus on the palate
Deux Roches 2008 Saint-Veran @ $19.99
a real charmer with flavors of citrus, floral notes and a wonderful minerality, ample, with a beautiful richness and a finish that is delicate and refreshing
(new vintage) Freemark Abbey 2010 Chardonnay @ $19.99
a classic California Chardonnay made with fruit from four vineyard sites across the Napa Valley, showing concentrated aromas and flavors of ripe, lush stone fruits supported by a lovely, subtle toasty oak complexity
(new vintage) La Crema 2009 Chardonnay @ $20.99
from the cool-climate Monterey appellation, a fruit-driven tropical-flavored Chardonnay with complex and intense flavors without overwhelming ripeness
(back) DeVillaine 2008 Bourgogne "Les Clous" @ $20.99
an ageworthy old-vines Chardonnay from the Côtes Chalonnaises, crisp and elegant with pure mineral character
Cliff Lede 2010 Sauvignon Blanc @ $24.99
intense floral and tropical flavors, with subtle notes of marzipan, ginger, and tarragon that add complexity to the finish and complement the lemon/strawberry base and a crisp minerality that lifts the flavors on the palate
Bichot 2009 Chassagne-Montrachet @ $39.99
classic white Burgundy from one of the region's most prominent and long-established negociants
NEW REDS:
Esteban Martin 2010 Tinto @ $8.99
from the Carinena region of Spain, an easy-drinking stainless-steel blend of Grenache, Syrah and Merlot, spicy with good body and ripe berry flavors
Alto Tierruca 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $8.99
a great-value Cab from Chile, bright and medium-bodied with flavors of cherries, berries and plums
(new vintage) Nieto Senetiner 2010 Pinot Noir @ $10.99
a value-priced Pinot from Argentina with a medium body and smooth texture, very food friendly
(new vintage) Dupeuble 2010 Beaujolais @ $13.99
village Beaujolais at its finest, lively and fun without any overripe excess
Eberle NV Full Boar Red @ $13.99
predominantly Cabernet with splashes of Sangiovese, Barbera and Tempranillo, a non-vintage blend from one of the pioneers of Paso Robles, rich and complex, great value for $$
La Natura 2008 Primitivo @ $13.99
made from certified organic grapes from the Salento peninsula of Italy, full-bodied, deeply colored, and aromatic
San Fabiano 2009 Chianti @ $13.99
bright, satisfying, lovely fruit flavors with cherries predominating and a touch of leather
Sorelle Palazzi 2009 Rosso Toscana @ $13.99
organic, pure Sangiovese without any oak influence, lots of red fruit with hints of leather and chestnuts
(new vintage) De Forville 2010 Dolcetto @ $14.99
a traditional, understated, and masterful Dolcetto, the type of wine the Piemontese themselves prefer
(new vintage) Quietud 2008 Corral de Campanas @ $15.99
100% Tempranillo from the Toro region of Spain, produced from the young vines of Quinta de la Quietud, balanced and structured with profound aromas of wild red fruits
Tommasi 2006 Alicante @ $15.99
from a Tuscan estate belonging to one of the top producers of the Veneto region of Italy, a single-vineyard Alicante Bouchet nutty and peppery with a lush texture and fine tannins
Scala 2008 Ciro Rosso Classico @ $17.99
100% estate-grown Gaglioppo, harmonious and well balanced, with a powerful and persistent aroma
(new vintage) Mas d'Agalis 2009 Yo No Puede Mas @ $17.99
a deep, complex blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan from the Languedoc with dark red fruit that resonates on the palate, joined by notes of garrigue and earth
(new vintage) Qupe 2009 Syrah Central Coast @ $17.99
medium-bodied in the mouth, a fruit-forward Syrah that offers red cherry, currant and oak flavors before leading into a spicy finish
(new vintage) Wyatt 2009 Pinot Noir @ $17.99
aromas of wild strawberry, red plum and rhubarb, with a lovely savory earthy quality intermingled with the fruit
Don & Sons B Side 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $18.99
from the next generation of Sebastianis, a Cab made with excellent fruit and balance without sacrificing tannin, backbone, and potential for aging
(new vintage) Cuvelier Los Andes 2008 Coleccion @ $19.99
a big, brash blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot with concentrated dark fruit aromas joined by layers of chocolate, spice and toasty oak and. on the palate, deep fruit-driven flavors that are balanced by structured tannins and excellent acidity
Monsanto 2007 Chianti Classico @ $19.99
ripe, juicy, big and bold, tannins well coated with fleshy fruit, and a long spicy aftertaste
Grand Enclos du Chateau de Cerons 2005 Graves @ $21.99
classic Bordeaux, intense, powerful and earthy with good breed, depth and complexity, excellent balance among all components
Tassi 2006 Rosso di Montalcino @ $26.99
100% Sangiovese Grosso, with an ethereal bouquet, well structured, with perfectly balanced tannins
Argiano 2008 Rosso di Montalcino @ $26.99
refined and elegant, medium-bodied with good concentration, with captivating flavors of red fruits, violets, menthol, and earth
Monte di Grazia 2007 Rosso @ $31.99
from Italy's Amalfi coast, a blend of two obscure local grapes, Tintore and Moscio, unoaked, a full-bodied red with ripe dark fruit
Bichot 2009 Cotes-de-Nuits Villages @ $32.99
a fruity Pinot with a light smoky background, well structured and supple with aromas and flavors of red currants and raspberries and a hint of licorice
(new vintage) Tenuta di Trinoro 2008 Le Cupole @ $33.99
an organic blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot showing dark fruit overlaid with spices and licorice
Mathieu 2007 Chateauneuf-du-Pape @ $39.99
highly concentrated, with aromas of cherry and cinnamon, cherries on the palate, silky. with well integrated tannins
Poggio di Sotto 2006 Rosso di Montalcino @ $59.99
suave and sweet on the palate, with ripe red fruit flavors complicated by woodsy notes of truffles and mushrooms, and a long creamy finish
Guigal 2007 Cote Rotie La Landonne @ $469.99
100% Syrah from the illustrious single vineyard of the same name, aged for 42 months in new oak, showing small black fruits, licorice, roasted notes and Oriental spices on the nose, ageworthy for up to 35 years
Guigal 2007 Cote Rotie La Mouline @ $469.99
a blend of 89% Syrah and 11% Viognier from the illustrious single vineyard of the same name, aged for 42 months in new oak, showing small red fruits and blackberry and floral violet aromas on the nose with an expressive palate balanced between the finesse of the aromas and an explosive richness due to the concentration of the wine, ageworthy for up to twenty years
Guigal 2007 Cote Rotie La Turque @ $469.99
a blend of 93% Syrah and 7% Viognier from the illustrious single vineyard of the same name, aged for 42 months in new oak, showing powerful yet elegant small red fruit, blackberry, and Morello cherry aromas with an expressive palate that has a supple attack with a balanced structure, very good concentration and elegant tannins, ageworthy for 25+ years
Esteban Martin 2010 Tinto @ $8.99
from the Carinena region of Spain, an easy-drinking stainless-steel blend of Grenache, Syrah and Merlot, spicy with good body and ripe berry flavors
Alto Tierruca 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $8.99
a great-value Cab from Chile, bright and medium-bodied with flavors of cherries, berries and plums
(new vintage) Nieto Senetiner 2010 Pinot Noir @ $10.99
a value-priced Pinot from Argentina with a medium body and smooth texture, very food friendly
(new vintage) Dupeuble 2010 Beaujolais @ $13.99
village Beaujolais at its finest, lively and fun without any overripe excess
Eberle NV Full Boar Red @ $13.99
predominantly Cabernet with splashes of Sangiovese, Barbera and Tempranillo, a non-vintage blend from one of the pioneers of Paso Robles, rich and complex, great value for $$
La Natura 2008 Primitivo @ $13.99
made from certified organic grapes from the Salento peninsula of Italy, full-bodied, deeply colored, and aromatic
San Fabiano 2009 Chianti @ $13.99
bright, satisfying, lovely fruit flavors with cherries predominating and a touch of leather
Sorelle Palazzi 2009 Rosso Toscana @ $13.99
organic, pure Sangiovese without any oak influence, lots of red fruit with hints of leather and chestnuts
(new vintage) De Forville 2010 Dolcetto @ $14.99
a traditional, understated, and masterful Dolcetto, the type of wine the Piemontese themselves prefer
(new vintage) Quietud 2008 Corral de Campanas @ $15.99
100% Tempranillo from the Toro region of Spain, produced from the young vines of Quinta de la Quietud, balanced and structured with profound aromas of wild red fruits
Tommasi 2006 Alicante @ $15.99
from a Tuscan estate belonging to one of the top producers of the Veneto region of Italy, a single-vineyard Alicante Bouchet nutty and peppery with a lush texture and fine tannins
Scala 2008 Ciro Rosso Classico @ $17.99
100% estate-grown Gaglioppo, harmonious and well balanced, with a powerful and persistent aroma
(new vintage) Mas d'Agalis 2009 Yo No Puede Mas @ $17.99
a deep, complex blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan from the Languedoc with dark red fruit that resonates on the palate, joined by notes of garrigue and earth
(new vintage) Qupe 2009 Syrah Central Coast @ $17.99
medium-bodied in the mouth, a fruit-forward Syrah that offers red cherry, currant and oak flavors before leading into a spicy finish
(new vintage) Wyatt 2009 Pinot Noir @ $17.99
aromas of wild strawberry, red plum and rhubarb, with a lovely savory earthy quality intermingled with the fruit
Don & Sons B Side 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $18.99
from the next generation of Sebastianis, a Cab made with excellent fruit and balance without sacrificing tannin, backbone, and potential for aging
(new vintage) Cuvelier Los Andes 2008 Coleccion @ $19.99
a big, brash blend of Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot with concentrated dark fruit aromas joined by layers of chocolate, spice and toasty oak and. on the palate, deep fruit-driven flavors that are balanced by structured tannins and excellent acidity
Monsanto 2007 Chianti Classico @ $19.99
ripe, juicy, big and bold, tannins well coated with fleshy fruit, and a long spicy aftertaste
Grand Enclos du Chateau de Cerons 2005 Graves @ $21.99
classic Bordeaux, intense, powerful and earthy with good breed, depth and complexity, excellent balance among all components
Tassi 2006 Rosso di Montalcino @ $26.99
100% Sangiovese Grosso, with an ethereal bouquet, well structured, with perfectly balanced tannins
Argiano 2008 Rosso di Montalcino @ $26.99
refined and elegant, medium-bodied with good concentration, with captivating flavors of red fruits, violets, menthol, and earth
Monte di Grazia 2007 Rosso @ $31.99
from Italy's Amalfi coast, a blend of two obscure local grapes, Tintore and Moscio, unoaked, a full-bodied red with ripe dark fruit
Bichot 2009 Cotes-de-Nuits Villages @ $32.99
a fruity Pinot with a light smoky background, well structured and supple with aromas and flavors of red currants and raspberries and a hint of licorice
(new vintage) Tenuta di Trinoro 2008 Le Cupole @ $33.99
an organic blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot showing dark fruit overlaid with spices and licorice
Mathieu 2007 Chateauneuf-du-Pape @ $39.99
highly concentrated, with aromas of cherry and cinnamon, cherries on the palate, silky. with well integrated tannins
Poggio di Sotto 2006 Rosso di Montalcino @ $59.99
suave and sweet on the palate, with ripe red fruit flavors complicated by woodsy notes of truffles and mushrooms, and a long creamy finish
Guigal 2007 Cote Rotie La Landonne @ $469.99
100% Syrah from the illustrious single vineyard of the same name, aged for 42 months in new oak, showing small black fruits, licorice, roasted notes and Oriental spices on the nose, ageworthy for up to 35 years
Guigal 2007 Cote Rotie La Mouline @ $469.99
a blend of 89% Syrah and 11% Viognier from the illustrious single vineyard of the same name, aged for 42 months in new oak, showing small red fruits and blackberry and floral violet aromas on the nose with an expressive palate balanced between the finesse of the aromas and an explosive richness due to the concentration of the wine, ageworthy for up to twenty years
Guigal 2007 Cote Rotie La Turque @ $469.99
a blend of 93% Syrah and 7% Viognier from the illustrious single vineyard of the same name, aged for 42 months in new oak, showing powerful yet elegant small red fruit, blackberry, and Morello cherry aromas with an expressive palate that has a supple attack with a balanced structure, very good concentration and elegant tannins, ageworthy for 25+ years