Vina Cobos Bramare Malbec
$60.99
From celebrated American winemaker Paul Hobbs, whose project in Argentina, Vina Cobos, regularly wins accolades from wine critics around the world. This beautiful, rich, complex Malbec has notes of plum, blackberry and herbs. The finish goes on and on. Pair with anything big and beefy. It's drinking well now, but it can also be cellared for a few years.
Te Mata Estate Vineyards Syrah
$27.99
Te Mata is a winery located in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, that has quite the reputation for producing fantastic wines, year after year. "One of New Zealand’s most respected wineries," according to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate! This intense, velvety Syrah has notes of blackberry and blueberry, plus a long and pleasant finish.
Marcarini Barbera D'Alba Ciabot
$31.99
Barbera is the Piedmont's most widespread variety, and one where results vary greatly. Given Marcarini's extremely low crop yields per hectare, excellent exposures (south/southwest), and élevage in French barriques, their superb version is a truly great wine, with remarkable balance between tannins and acidity. This exceptional Barbera is a particularly fine match for meat-based second courses.
Guigal Cote Rotie Brune et Blonde
$119.99
The Guigal estate was founded in 1946 by Etienne Guigal. It is located in the charming village of Ampuis, the birth-place of the Côte-Rôtie appellation. In this 2,400 year-old vineyard, one can still find low stone walls dating back to Roman times. This is a tannic yet elegant wine that begs for time in the cellar. It is one of the great wines of the world,a blend of Syrah 96% and Viognier 4%.
Iris Vineyards Oregon Pinot Noir
$47.99
This Pinot Noir exudes aromas of ripe black plum, cherry blossom, cranberry, orange peel and baking spices. On the palate the wine is medium-bodied with rich black cherry, plum and pie cherry, with hints of white pepper and minerals. The long, smooth, clean finish leaves you wanting another sip. Enjoy with grilled wild salmon, roasted chicken, or a variety of cheese and fruit.
Feudi Di San Gregorio Rubrato Aglianico
$46.99
A "popular and easy-drinking red," says the team at Robert Parker's Wine Advocate about Feudi di San Gregori's Rubrato! We agree — this fresh and fruit-driven red wine comes from one of the top wineries in Italy's Campania region. Made from the Aglianico grape, it has complex notes of cherries, earth and dried herbs. Serve with slow-roasted lamb, pizza or anything big and meaty.
Carmen Gran Reserva Carignan
$27.99
Carmen was founded in Chile in 1958 by one Christian Lanz, who named the winery after his beloved wife. Flash forward 150 years, and the winery is still making top-notch wines, such as this rather unusual offering made from Carignan grapes. Bold and intense, it will pair beautifully with beef.
Quevedo 10 Yr Old Tawny 375ml
$22.99
A lovely 10-year-old tawny with notes of toasted almonds, orange peel, and spice. This family-run estate has been producing port for 5 generations, so a newcomer in port terms but well worth discovering.
Hendry Ranch Block 7 & 22 Zinfandel
$75.99
A gold medal for the 2013 vintage at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Awards! The Hendry family has been farming the same vineyard in Napa since 1939, and all the wines are made from estate grapes. "Initial aromas of berries, cherries, tea and smoke. Both this wine and the 2013 Block 28 are thick and dark purple, with concentrated dark berry fruit and significant tannins. This wine will benefit from cellaring, at least 6 months, or thorough decanting. Serve with hearty fare," says the winemaking team.