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Stolpman Grenache Love You Bunches Rosé 2023

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Stolpman
Fanciful Name: Love You Bunches Rosé
Varietal: Grenache
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Santa Barbara County
Retail Price: $17.99

Tasting Notes: On the nose, it offers fragrant aromas of strawberry, watermelon and a hint of rose petals, complemented by subtle notes of citrus zest. Upon tasting, the palate is greeted with a refreshing burst of red berries, including ripe raspberries and juicy cherries, balanced with a crisp acidity that provides a clean and invigorating finish. The mouthfeel is light and refreshing, making it an ideal choice for warm weather or as a versatile pairing with a variety of dishes.
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Sean Minor Chardonnay Signature Series 2021

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Sean Minor
Fanciful Name: Signature Series
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Sonoma Coast
Retail Price: $25.00

Tasting Notes: There is a flavorful elegance to this chardonnay. Gentle notes of butter and apple are intertwined with balanced acidity, leaving a delightful, lingering finish.
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Hall Ranch Red Blend 2022

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Hall Ranch
Varietal: Red Blend
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: A fun and approachable Rhone Style blend from Paso Robles. This medium-bodied wine exudes notes of bright cherry and spice. The graphite notes taper the fruit into a structured finish. This could be easily paired with a variety of food from barbeque to a delicate cheese plate.
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Caymus 1858 Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

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Caymus
Fanciful Name: 1858
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $39.99

Tasting Notes: Coming from the iconic Wagner family, makers of Caymus, this is an extremely versatile pairing wine with notes of blackberry, vanilla, dried brush, baking spices and bell pepper rind. It is a rich, lush wine that’s sure to impress.
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BOLD Wine Co. (Seabold) Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

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BOLD Wine Co. (Seabold)
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Paso Robles
Retail Price: $29.99

Tasting Notes: On the palate, it presents a full-bodied texture, dominated by deep flavors of blackberry and cassis. These dark fruit notes are complemented by underlying layers of mocha and a touch of vanilla.
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Barra of Mendocino Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

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Barra of Mendocino
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Mendocino County
Retail Price: $23.99

Tasting Notes: The 2021 Barra Cabernet Sauvignon presents a rich and robust character. On the nose, it reveals enticing aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry and plum, mingled with hints of tobacco, cedar and dark chocolate. The palate is full bodied and opulent, with velvety tannins providing a solid structure. Flavors of ripe black fruits are prominent, accented by notes of espresso, black pepper and a touch of vanilla from well-integrated oak. 
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Savage Grace Wines Gewürztraminer Skin Contact Vieilles Vignes

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Savage Grace Wines
Fanciful Name: Skin Contact Vieilles Vignes
Varietal: Gewürztraminer
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Columbia Gorge
Retail Price: $36.00

Tasting Notes: A brilliant orange wine that spent 15 days on the skins. Enticing aromatics of orange skin, ginger, clove and honey.  A dry Gewurztraminer that begs to be paired with Tikka Masala.
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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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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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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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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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