Our weekend wine tastings are on hiatus, but we will still be featuring select wines for discount!
This week, we feature a number of sustainable, organic, or biodynamic wines from all over the world, including crisp, beautiful whites and a Bordeaux rosé perfect for the warmer temperatures outside.
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Anima Negra Quibia 2018
Origin: Spain
Retail: $19.95 | Sale: $17.95
Situated in the southeast of Mallorca, Ànima Negra winery produces its wines on the old country estate of Son Burguera and focuses on biodynamic farming and the use of indigenous yeast for almost all fermentation. This wine in particular celebrates the versatility of the indigenous grape, Callet. Aromas of peach, quince, jasmine and mineral notes mingle on the nose with fresh tangerine acidity. The color is an enticing straw-lemon in color with greenish highlights. On the palate the wine is fruity, yet creamy in texture, with a hint of pineapple. Fresh, delicate and well balanced.
Callet, Premsal, other local grapes
Practicing Biodynamic
91 Points Wine Spectator
Cantine Volpi Boira Pinot Grigio 2018
Origin: Italy
Retail: $13.95 | Sale: $12.55
Founded in Tortona, in the Province of Alessandria in the far-off 1914, Cantine Volpi is a multi-generational, well recognized Italian wine company. Their Boira' Pinot Grigio is made from certified organically farmed vineyards surrounding the city of Verona. This wine shows a brilliant straw color with golden reflections. Fresh and floral bouquet with a hint of pears, apricots and bananas blended with intense aromas of acacia flowers. Fresh and inviting on the palate with bright fruit and an easy drinking style with a pleasing hint of almonds in the aftertaste.
100% Pinot Grigio | Organic
Mader Pinot Blanc 2018
Origin: Alsace
Retail: $19.95 | Sale: $17.95
The Mader Domaine is a very small family-owned and operated estate in the village of Hunawihr. After their son earned a degree in Oenology he returned to the family estate and converted all of their vineyards to bio-dynamic viticulture in 2005. For so long Pinot Blanc has been considered as an aperitif wine to start the meal, but a wine of this particular intensity and character is much more than a simple aperitif – it is remarkably complex with wonderful intensity and personality. Classic white flower and citrus aromas lead to a crisp and refreshing palate. It’s totally dry but reveals an unusual richness for a Pinot Blanc and the finish is refreshing, thanks to the acidity.
100% Pinot Blanc | Biodynamic
Château Suau Bordeaux Rose 2019
Origin: France
Retail: $15.95 | Sale: $14.35
Château Suau is a remarkable vineyard whose origin dates back to the 16th century and were one of the first estates in Bordeaux to start its organic certification. The wine is produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the first press. It displays aromatic flavors of red fruits (raspberry, currant, blackcurrant) and delivers a rich palate, soft and tasty, fresh and crisp aftertaste.
100% Cabernet Sauvignon | Organic
Natte Valleij Cinsault 2018
Origin: South Africa
Retail: $17.95 | Sale: $16.15
The father to South Africa’s national varietal Pinotage, Cinsault has since fallen into obscurity. Affectionately still called Hermitage by the many old timers, it creates superbly drinkable wines with red fruits, spice and surprising structure to age gracefully. This tribute to South Africa’s wine-making past was hand-crafted from selected parcels of old bush vines spread across the Cape. Showcasing the fruiter, approachable side of the variety, with a soft, delicate tannin structure and very drinkable profile.
Cinsaut
Tascante Etna Rosso 'Ghiaia' Nera 2017
Origin: Italy
Retail: $22.95 | Sale: $20.65
A pure expression of Nerello Mascalese, the wine sees fruit sourced from various sites, including young vines planted on the northeast flank of the volcano in the Contrada Piano Dario. This vineyard consists of 98 terraces with vines surrounded by chestnut trees and forest bramble. This bright, mid-weight wine is redolent of wild cherry, blue flower and volcanic ash. This is a versatile, easy-drinking and food-friendly interpretation from Etna. An ample 50,000 bottles are made, and this wine awards you one of the best values you'll find in Sicily.
100% Nerello Mascalese | Sustainable | 92 Points Wine Enthusiast | 91 Points Wine Advocate
Cuarenta Cuarenta 40/40 Cabernet Franc 2017
Origin: Argentina
Retail: $24.95 | Sale: $22.45
40/40 planted their Cabernet Franc in 2013 in rocky soils with a high percentage of clay. All wines are fermented with indigenous yeasts and are aged 12 months in barrels. Aromas of fresh green and red bell pepper welcome you in to the glass, followed by a juicy, fruity palate and a biting acidity that gives it personality and style. The finish is spicy and persistent with polished, round tannins.
100% Cabernet Franc | Organic