origin: United States

Mina Mesa Rosé Blend 2023

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Varietal: Mina Mesa
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $10.99

Tasting Notes: Very light salmon pink color with soft notes of strawberry and watermelon. This is a bone-dry, easy-drinking rosé that has a brightness that enlivens the palate. Would be a great summer porch drink or pairable with most foods!
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Savage Grace Wines Malbec

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Savage Grace Wines
Varietal: Côt
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Rattlesnake Hills
Retail Price: $36.00

Tasting Notes: A rare light-bodied Malbec with lifted aromatics of plum and black tea. 
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Amity Vineyards Pinot Noir 2022

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Amity Vineyards
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Oregon
Retail Price: $28.00

Tasting Notes: From one of Oregon's authentic pioneer wine producers, this pinot noir exemplifies what Oregon brings to the pinot noir world. Dark bright ruby in the glass, the nose and palate lean towards ripe dark fruit, with lovely accents of spice, and floral hints. An excellent expression of Oregon fruit and winemaking.
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Courtney Benham Sauvignon Blanc California Terroir Selection 2023

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Courtney Benham
Fanciful Name: California Terroir Selection
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Sonoma County
Retail Price: $17.99

Tasting Notes: This is a super crisp and clean sauvignon blanc with notes of almond skin and citrus on the nose. It is a light-bodied and uncomplicated variation of the varietal with classic citrus notes of lemon, grapefruit and lime zest.
Courtney Benham Sauvignon Blanc California Terroir Selection 2023

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Smith Bench Pinot Noir 2021

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Smith Bench
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Monterey County
Retail Price: $22.99

Tasting Notes: From the Wente Family, this is a fresh and lively pinot noir from Monterey with a balanced acidity that enables it to be easily paired with any meal or occasion. A symphony of tart cherries, baking spice and gentle tannins.
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Lloyd Chardonnay 2023

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Lloyd
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Carneros
Retail Price: $34.99

Tasting Notes: Oak, Vanilla and butter flavors balance in perfect harmony in this full-bodied, single-vineyard chardonnay. Winemaker Rob Lloyd’s technique with the grape gives the true chardonnay drinker exactly what they are looking for; powerful, ripe fruit and lasting flavor.
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Analemma Wines Pinot Noir 2019

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Analemma Wines
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Columbia Gorge
Retail Price: $44.00

Tasting Notes: From an organically farmed vineyard at 1,300 ft. elevation at the base of Mount Adams. Hand harvested, half whole-cluster fermented and aged in neutral oak. A gorgeous, translucent strawberry color with aromas and flavors of cranberry, rose and cinnamon. 
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Chehalem Pinot Gris 2023

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Chehalem
Varietal: Pinot Gris
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $20.00

Tasting Notes: Fermented and aged in steel, the bright citrus and stone fruit aspects of the wine shine through the nose and palate. Enough weight to satisfy a wide range of wine lovers, the focus of the fruit is foremost in the wine's strength, as it is eminently flexible in the large number of dishes that pair well with it.
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Smith Bench Chardonnay 2022

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Smith Bench
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Arroyo Seco
Retail Price: $18.99

Tasting Notes: From the Wente Family, this feels like a light California chardonnay but still has delectable notes of oak, brown sugar and caramel apples. There’s a hint of banana on the palate, with butterscotch tones that flow through the finish.
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Old Winery Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

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Old Winery Road
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Napa-Sonoma
Retail Price: $39.99

Tasting Notes: Grapes from both Napa and Sonoma Counties were used by the winemakers at Buena Vista to showcase the qualities of each in a seamless 50/50 blend. Hints of cedar spice with blueberry, blackberry and black currant notes on the palate. Fruit forward, rich and well-integrated.
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Medina Gap Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

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Medina Gap
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $18.99

Tasting Notes: Just as strong as previous vintages. Fruit forward and approachable with blackberry, plum and black currant notes. A people pleaser with elevated but soft tannin structure on the finish.
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Stoller Pinot Noir 2022

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Stoller
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Retail Price: $35.00

Tasting Notes: Produced in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this outstanding pinot noir is supple and complex. The dark fruit is accented by spice and floral notes. The finish is lengthy and balanced, highlighting red fruit and subtle spice notes.
Stoller Pinot Noir 2022

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