Join us for a complimentary wine tasting this weekend, hosted by Juliet + Kelly! Starting at 11:30am on Saturday and Sunday, all bottles will be available for purchase at 10% off retail price.
Find a printable PDF of this week’s tasting notes here.
Christian Lauverjat Moulin des Vrilleres Sancerre 2018
Origin: France
Retail: $23.95 | Sale: $21.55
The Lauverjat family has been growing grapes in Sancerre for generations in the tiny village of Sury-en-Vaux. Over the years they have transition to sustainable viticulture, favoring to work the soil and use a seaweed to combat disease, reducing chemical intervention. Coming from an average age of around 30 year old vines, this lovely Sauvignon Blanc carries notes of herbs and gooseberries on the nose. Medium-bodied, crisp and dry, it has flavors of smoky minerals, juicy tangy citrus and pink grapefruit on the finish.
Sauvignon Blanc
Sustainable
Valravn Chardonnay 2017
Origin: California
Retail: $23.95 | Sale: $21.55
Cold climate vineyards in the Sonoma Coast provide a core of minerality, ripe peach, and apple with a touch of citrus. These fresh notes are balanced by richer flavors of toasted hazelnuts, and ripe pineapple that come from the barrel fermented Russian River component. Overall, the Valravn Chardonnay walks the delicate line between high toned freshness, and the more powerful flavors of barrel fermented Chardonnay. This is a crowd-pleasing white and a great go-to for dinner parties with family or friends!
Chardonnay
Trouillard Extra Selection Brut Champagne NV
Origin: France
Retail: $29.95 | Sale: $26.95
The Trouillard family have been making Champagne in Epernay since the 19th century. Coming from 15 different vineyards located in the Marne Valley, Aube and the Mountain of Reims. Warm almond croissant on the nose with delicate floral notes. The palate is crisp, fresh, and creamy with just a touch of yeastiness.
Pinot Noir | Pinot Meunier | Chardonnay
Palacio del Burgo Rioja Crianza 2016
Origin: Spain
Retail: $14.95 | Sale: $13.45
Palacio de Burgo's Crianza blends the concept of the intense fruity young wines traditionally made in Rioja and the old world wine making style that has made the region famous. Aged in neutral oak barrels for 12 months, the result is a well-balanced wine with black fruit, vanilla, coconut, and a touch of smokinesson the palate. Powerful, complex and silky smooth, it’s a classic old style Rioja at a bargain price.
Tempranillo | Graciano
Domaine la Roubine Côtes du Rhône Villages Sablet La Grange des Briguières 2017
Origin: France
Retail: $20.95 | Sale $18.85
The Côtes du Rhône Villages Sablet is a relatively small appellation surrounding the medieval village which is built on a sandy mound. Below the village the sandier soils mix with clay and large rocks that deliver fuller-bodied style of reds. Classic aromas of black cherries, cassis, garrigue, and smoke welcome you into the glass. The palate has a core of cherry, plum, and currant fruit with mid-palate tannins. This is a serious, savory, and terrifically affordable rouge that will satisfy the soul of Southern Rhône aficionados.
Grenache | Syrah | Cinsault
Organic
Balius Merlot Sonoma Coast 2016
Origin: California
Retail: $17.95 | Sale: $16.15
This California Merlot boasts enticing aromas of black cherry and blackberry with hints of spice. The palate is rich and concentrated, offering cherry flavors and a velvety mouthfeel. It is elegant, with balanced acidity, silky tannins, and a lingering finish.
Merlot