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Invitingly flavorful and refreshingly crisp, 2022 Fleur de Mer Rosé captures the serene artistry of Provence’s idyllic, sun-washed coastal shores and fragrant, floral hillsides. This versatile, food-friendly Rosé opens with generously aromatic notes of white peach, strawberry and melon. In classic Provençal style, notes of raspberry, cherry and apple layer on the bright palate with nectarine, citrus and a subtle touch of honeysuckle. Hints of sea spray and minerality add balance and attractive texture before a delightfully crisp finish. Enjoy Fleur de Mer on its own or alongside creamy goat cheeses, green salads, sushi or fresh seafood dishes, citrus or herb-roasted chicken or a charcuterie board. Viticulture Notes The world’s best-known region for Rosé, AOP Côtes de Provence enjoys a refreshing Mediterranean climate of warm days and cool, brisk nights. Here, vine roots plunge deep below the dry clay soils and limestone gravel, called gravoches, to reach water. Vintage 2022 was outstanding, delivering concentrated, high-quality fruit. An ideal dry spring resulted in a wonderful fruit set, followed by a warm, dry growing season. Careful canopy management allowed clusters to develop bright, expressive flavors, intense aromatics and the crisp structure of Provençal Rosé. Winemaking Notes The grapes selected for our 2022 Fleur de Mer Rosé were harvested at ideal maturity, ensuring layered flavors and delicate structure. Grapes were picked in the cool early morning hours to preserve aromas and acidity, then crushed, immediately pressed and cold settled to maintain the bright, concentrated fruit characteristics and attractive pale-coral hue. Lots were fermented in cool, temperature-controlled tanks. Winemaker Florian Lacroux selected Cinsault, Grenache and Carignan to form the core of the blend, supported by other extraordinary Provençal grapes in a beautifully harmonious, layered Rosé wine.

Hahn Founders Cabernet Sauvignon V22 750ML

Inviting aromas of dark cherry and blackberry are complemented by hints of vanilla, leather and toasted oak. Rich and robust tannins frame flavors of blackberry, blueberry and ripe red fruit with a touch of vanilla and spice, culminating with a smooth and opulent finish. Our Cabernet Sauvignon is grown in outstanding vineyards throughout California, primarily the warmer climate of Lodi. Here grapes ripen fully and develop ample cherry and black currant flavors on the vine. Once harvested we ferment our grapes in French oak, enhancing the wine’s mouthfeel and contributing a subtle spicy aroma

Jayson by Pahlmeyer Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc V23 75ML

The 2023 vintage offers a very pure expression of Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc, a captivating balance of weight and intensity with bright, fresh acidity. Aromas of lemongrass, orange blossom, pink grapefruit, and Key lime pie are mirrored on the focused, layered palate. A dynamic interplay of ripe fruit, rich sur lie texture, and brisk acidity amplifies and extends through the mid-palate, introducing hints of white pepper and crushed rock. The finish is long and mouthwatering, the bracing high notes slowly melting into an echo of candied grapefruit peel.

Pieropan La Rocca Soave Classico DOC V19 750ML

La Rocca is marked by its depth and complexity The wine opens with aromas of chamomile, white peach and mango. Rich, creamy and round, the wine seamlessly integrates generous fruit notes of white peach, Meyer lemon, yellow apple and Asian pear with hints of ginger, marzipan and vanilla, while La Rocca’s crisp acidity and signature minerality add depth and complexity to the palate The finish is long and persistent, framed by hints of toasted almonds and spice.

Hahn Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir V21 750ML

Our 2021 Hahn Appellation Series Arroyo Seco Pinot Noir is ruby red in color, with aromas of black cherry, ripe red berry and subtle hints of vanilla and warm spice. On the palate, soft and delicate flavors of cherry and raspberry are followed by creamy nuances and spicy minerality, culminating in a pleasantly long finish. VINEYARDS Grapes for this wine are sourced from Ste. Philippe Vineyard – our certified sustainable estate vineyard in the Arroyo Seco appellation of Monterey County. Located south of the Santa Lucia Highlands, Ste. Philippe sits in an ancient, dry riverbed with well-drained, sandy loam soils. Coastal influence and cool winds from Monterey Bay contribute to an extended growing season which ensures complexity and intensity of the fruit. WINEMAKING Picked in early morning, the Pinot Noir grapes were destemmed into stainless steel tanks and fermented for about two weeks. During that time, the wine was pumped over several times daily to maximize color, aromatics and flavor extraction. After the juice was pressed on the skins, it was settled and racked into French oak barrels to age for 11 months

J Vineyards Russian River Valley Chardonnay V22 750ML

Our smooth and inviting Russian River Valley Chardonnay showcases the best of this classic cool-climate region. Appealing aromas of florals and citrus open at first pour, while the layered, flavorful palate adds notes of white peach, pear, pineapple and fresh-cut Meyer lemon. Subtle accents of toasted hazelnut, vanilla and gingersnap add rich complexity and depth, a hallmark of the wine’s French oak aging. Try this beautifully balanced, food-friendly Chardonnay with wild mushroom pasta in a light cream sauce or Dungeness crab cake in a candied ginger hollandaise, topped with fresh green herbs. A versatile wine for cheese pairings, enjoy this with any mild or alpine style cheese alongside apples or peaches.

Louis M. Martini Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon V21 750ML

Mountain and benchland vineyards deliver a layered wine with structure, fruit intensity and finesse. Layers of vanilla and cassis are complemented by hints of cedar and a dusty finish on the palate. The 2021 growing season marked a much-welcome return to ideal. Winter rains quenched the soil, setting the stage for dry weather the rest of the season. Over the summer, conditions stayed uneventful and mild, giving the grapes the luxury of hanging on the vine. Harvest began early, producing low yields of small berries with intense flavor concentration and optimal ripeness. After early morning harvesting, the grapes were gently destemmed and put into upright tanks to cold soak for up to three days. To further extract flavor and varietal character, the wine was given pump-overs three times a day and kept on skins for 15 to 20 days of maceration time. The wine was then transferred to French (25% new) oak barrels for a period of 18 months.

William Hill Central Coast Chardonnay V20 750ML

Distinctly fruit forward on the nose and palate, the William Hill Central Coast Chardonnay is a beautiful summer wine. The nose gives you aromas of stone fruit, Granny Smith apples and a hint of lemon zest. On the palate you will be treated to layers of nectarine, green apple, citrus with hints of caramel, vanilla and a delicate edge of orange blossom. This is an elegant expression of Chardonnay with a creamy mouthfeel and long honey-tinged finish. VITICULTURE NOTES: Our 2020 Central Coast Chardonnay is sourced primarily from San Luis Obispo and Monterey Counties. The 2020 harvest experienced ongoing drought conditions throughout the state of California which caused a slight reduction in crop size. Both San Luis Obispo and Monterey are known for warm sunny days and cool evening weather patterns. These idyllic conditions allow the Chardonnay to ripen slowly and evenly. The resulting fruit is fully developed with beautifully concentrated of flavors and seasoned tannins. WINEMAKER NOTES: The grapes for our Central Coast Chardonnay were whole-cluster pressed. The juice was fermented in stainless steel tanks to ensure a slow, even and clean process. This Chardonnay underwent malolactic fermentation while being aged on its lees and stirred weekly to build texture and a creamy mouthfeel. After individual evaluations of each lot, the final blend was assembled to create a rich and beautifully balanced Chardonnay.

Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc V23 750ML

Whitehaven 2023 Sauvignon Blanc offers an elegant, crisp and flavorful expression of Marlborough. Bright aromatic notes of green apple, grapefruit and lime zest open with every swirl in the glass. Refreshingly crisp and vibrant on the palate, classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc notes of white peach, tropical pineapple and Meyer lemon citrus layer seamlessly with hints of fresh-cut green herbs, florals and wet stone. This mouth-watering sip offers an essence of freshness and precision, making an excellent pairing with food. Enjoy it on its own or alongside creamy goat cheese, seasonal salads, grilled citrusy chicken or a wide variety of fresh seafood dishes.

Tornatore Etna Bianco DOC Pietrarizzo V18 750ML

Intense straw yellow with light greenish reflections. Pleasant hints of exotic fruit, especially grapefruit and white peach, mark the nose of this wine which carries through to the palate. The wine has a distinct freshness, complemented by an extraordinary length.

Edna Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon V22 750ML

Our 2022 Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon is a big, full-bodied wine brimming with aromas of blackberry pie. The mouthfeel is round with layers of wild brambleberry accented with notes of toasted oak and caramel. Structured tannins deliver subtle hints of warm spice and dried herbs on the finish.

Estancia Cabernet Sauvignon V22 750ML

Estancia Cabernet Sauvignon is a beautifully balanced red wine from the coastal influenced vineyards of California. Aromas of dark cherry, plum and vanilla lift from the glass, revealing a sense of berry compote. Layers of dark berries create a velvety mouthfeel, underscored by threads of lightly toasted oak, caramel and a drop of raspberry on the finish. Winemaking Notes: The grapes for our Cabernet Sauvignon enjoy longer time on the vine to develop complex flavor characteristics and ripe tannins. We harvested the grapes early in the morning, then destemmed and crushed them to tank where they were fermented on the skins. We then pressed the wine off of skins before aging on oak.

Edna Valley Vineyard Pinot Grigio V23 750ML

At Edna Valley Vineyard, we craft balanced and elegant expressions of California. Our Pinot Grigio offers notes of pear, citrus and honeysuckle on the nose. Delightful flavors of Fuji apple and ripe pear combine with a crisp, refreshing acidity. Subtle hints of crushed seashell and chalky limestone minerality make this wine truly memorable

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Orin Swift Palermo 750ML 2021

Poured as a dark garnet, the wine opens with primary aromas of ripe cassis and blackberry. Supporting hints of dark chocolate, toasted oak and cedar support the typical Orin Swift Cabernet Sauvignon nose. The entry is flooding with notes of dark fruits and a mid-palate bolstered with redcurrant, bay leaf and a reemergence of cassis. The wine closes with well-developed tannins and a striking minerality despite the supple and soft finish.

Mount Peak Winery Gravity Red Blend V20 750ML

The Gravity Red Blend is named for a remote, hard-to-reach Petite Sirah block on a lower slope at the edge of a canyon of the Monte Rosso Vineyard. Alluring notes of blueberry pie, wild blackberry and juicy plum are balanced with hints of anise, fresh cracked pepper and perfumed honeysuckle. The palate is packed with round tannins that lead to a long, impressive finish.

William Hill Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon V19 750ML

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William Hill Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon V19 750ML

Our rich, full bodied 2019 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a savory and darkly fruited expression of our William Hill Estate vineyard. The wine opens with bold notes of wild blackberry bush, plum, mission fig and black cherry reduction, mingling with earthy hints of leather, aniseed, cracked pepper, cinnamon, and clove. The texture of the wine is supported by fine tannins and balanced acidity that help frame the dense, velvety-smooth finish. Enjoy this wine in its youth after an hour of decanting or save in your cellar to age beautifully for 8-10 years.

Frei Brothers Russian River Valley Pinot Noir V22 750ML

Our Frei Brothers Russian River Valley Pinot Noir is a medium-bodied, fruit-forward expression of the Russian River Valley. Aromas of orange peel, spiced fig and bergamot rise from the glass. Layers of dark cherry, black plum and pomegranate notes are underscored by tones of mocha and toasted oak. Mild tannins balance hints of crushed lavender and dried dark cherry that persist through the long finish.

Alamos Red Blend V20 750ML

Our 2020 Red Blend is a richly layered, dark red wine from Mendoza, one of Argentina’s renowned winegrowing regions. Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Bonarda leads the blend, bringing textured notes of dark cherry with a dash of sweet vanilla. Spicy notes of blackberry underscored by hints of toasted oak fill out the palate on the way to a long finish with a touch of dried herb.

Hahn Founders Pinot Gris V22 750ML

Generous aromas of pear and green apple are accompanied by hints of lemon blossom. The refreshingly juicy palate bursts with flavors of luscious tropical fruit, pear and citrus, finishing with lively acidity. This Pinot Gris hails from vineyards in Monterey County, where cool breezes from the Pacific Ocean slow down ripening and extend hang times. These conditions produce vibrant flavor and highlight the varietal’s brisk acidity. Once harvested, the grapes for this wine were fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. The cool fermentation preserved the variety’s delicate floral and stone fruit aromas, resulting in a bright, refreshing finish

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Pieropan Calvarino V20 750ML

The first single-vineyard Soave Classico, and one of the great whites of Italy. A traditional blend of 70% Garganega and 30% Trebbiano di Soave from volcanic soils. Estate grown. Organic. 10-50 year old vines. Aged for a year on the lees in glass-lined concrete tank.

Chateau Souverain Sauvignon Blanc V23 750ML

Talbott Kali Hart Pinot Noir V23 750ML

The 2022 Kali Hart Pinot Noir is a most fruit-forward expression of California's Central Coast. Notes of crushed blackberry and cherry meld with warm notes of caramelized vanilla and clove. The mouthfeel is silky with hints of wild strawberry and a touch of dried lavender. This wine finishes smooth with a touch of minerality.

Mount Peak Winery Rattlesnake Zinfandel V21 750ML

Rattlesnake Zinfandel is a tribute to the crest called Rattlesnake Hill, the highest point of the Monte Rosso Vineyard. It’s famous for the rattlesnakes living among the vines, seeking sunshine by day and coiling around the vines at night. This Zinfandel is bold and boisterous, with intense layers black cherry, raspberry, licorice and Sichuan pepper. Vanilla and graham cracker undertones linger on the long finish this wine lives up to its name in every way, possessing a power that strikes with intense force.

Starborough Sauvignon Blanc V23 750ML

Our 2023 Starborough Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is generous, balanced and bright. Aromas of lime zest, ripe peach and white florals unveil with every swirl. Crisp and smooth on the palate, appealing notes of tropical passionfruit, guava and kiwi blend with subtle suggestions of fresh-cut green herbs and lemongrass. The long finish is marked by palate-refreshing hints of citrusy grapefruit and Meyer lemon. Enjoy alongside creamy goat cheese, prosciutto-wrapped melon or grilled chicken.

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