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Buena Vista Chateau Buena Vista Chardonnay 2022

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Buena Vista
Fanciful Name: Chateau Buena Vista
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Carneros
Retail Price: $38.99

Tasting Notes: From the Chateau Buena Vista collection. Sourcing from the sweet spot for chardonnay, with the cooling influence of San Pablo Bay, produces spectacular fruit from an almost perfect growing season. Hand-harvested, with whole-cluster pressing with 100% barrel fermentation in French oak for 12 months. Tropical fruit notes of mango, pineapple and guava combine with citrus notes for a lush creamy finish. Hints of vanilla and spice complement hints of stone fruit and subtle minerality. Excellent with a seasoned pork tenderloin!
Buena Vista Chateau Buena Vista Chardonnay 2022

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Alexander Valley Vineyards Dry Rosé of Sangiovese 2024

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Alexander Valley Vineyards
Fanciful Name: Dry Rosé of Sangiovese
Varietal: Sangiovese
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Alexander Valley
Retail Price: $22.99

Tasting Notes: From their inaugural release in 2005, This winery keeps finetuning this offering. A great growing season yielded wonderful fruit. 100% sangiovese is held for just a few hours to achieve the perfect light hue. Very floral with hints of rose petals, lichee and grapefruit. Perfect balance of sweet and sour. Great aperitif or perfect with lite fall dishes
Alexander Valley Vineyards Dry Rosé of Sangiovese 2024

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Denis Dubourdieu Domaines Sauvignon Blanc 2024

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Denis Dubourdieu Domaines
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Bordeaux
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Bright notes of lemon, slate, pear and chamomile lead the way, offering a layered aromatic profile. The concentrated and complex flavors create a vibrant flavor arch that lingers on the palate with grace and elegance.
Denis Dubourdieu Domaines Sauvignon Blanc 2024

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Les Halos de Jupiter Viognier Blanc 2024

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Les Halos de Jupiter
Fanciful Name: Blanc
Varietal: Viognier
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Gard
Retail Price: $17.99

Tasting Notes: Opulent layers of pear and apricot unfold alongside delicate honeysuckle and vibrant clementine. Rich notes of freshly baked brioche add depth and warmth. The full-bodied palate is contrasted by bracing acidity, creating a balanced and pleasing finish.
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Château Gigery Rosé 2024

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Château Gigery
Varietal: Grenache
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Côtes de Provence
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Dry, crisp and bright, with concentrated notes of red cherry, strawberry and lime. The finish is fresh and delicate, lifted by vibrant acidity and a clean, complex profile.
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Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Dry Riesling 2024

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Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler
Fanciful Name: Dry Riesling
Varietal: Riesling
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: Germany
Appellation: Mosel Saar Ruwer
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: Aromas of honeysuckle and delicate florals lead into rounder, lusher orchard fruit flavors of apricot, white nectarine, with subtle hints of chamomile lingering on the palate. Perfectly versatile for pairing, yet elegant enough to enjoy on its own
Dr. Heidemanns-Bergweiler Dry Riesling 2024

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Piper Sonoma Brut Rosé

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Piper Sonoma
Fanciful Name: Brut Rosé
Varietal: Rosé Blend
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Sonoma County
Retail Price: $23.00

Tasting Notes: Piper Sonoma has certainly earned its reputation for producing high quality sparkling wines for decades. This lovely and vibrant rosé serves to reinforce that reputation. A lovely pink salmon in the glass, the nose and palate are dominated by bright red fruit. The vibrant acidity, in addition to the elegant fruit, contribute to the extended finish, and the wine's pairing with a wide range of dishes.
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Oberon Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

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Oberon
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Napa County
Retail Price: $29.00

Tasting Notes: With more than 94% cabernet sauvignon, this wine demonstrates the power and finesse that people have come to expect from Napa cabernets. Exceptionally deep color in the glass, the nose and palate reflect the complexity and power of the wine. Black cherry and berries, with notes of cocoa and baking spices add to the flavor and lingering finish.
Oberon Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

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Harebrained Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

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Harebrained
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Napa Valley
Retail Price: $44.99

Tasting Notes: Rich dark fruit — blackberry and currant — layered with spice, cedar and tobacco. Voluptuous yet balanced, with bright acidity and smooth tannins. Elegant, expressive and polished with lingering depth.
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Château Smith Haut Lafitte Red Bordeaux Blend 2018

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Château Smith Haut Lafitte
Varietal: Red Bordeaux Blend
Vintage: 2018
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Pessac-Léognan
Retail Price: $159.00

Tasting Notes: A powerful wine with black currant, cocoa, anise and crème de cassis. Powerful tannins that will take another 10 years to bring out its full expression, but can be cellared for 30 years. Drink with aged cheeses and roasted meats.
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Hamel Family Wines Red Bordeaux Blend Stratum 2020

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Hamel Family Wines
Fanciful Name: Stratum
Varietal: Red Bordeaux Blend
Vintage: 2020
Country of Origin: USA
Appellation: Sonoma Valley
Retail Price: $60.00

Tasting Notes: This 2 to 1 blend of cabernet sauvignon and merlot is driven by dark fruit, with subtle floral and spice notes. Plenty of black cherry and black plum, with good weigh, attractive tannins and balancing acidity showcase its quality and potential for aging.
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Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut 2015

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Piper-Heidsieck
Fanciful Name: Cuvée Brut
Varietal: Champagne Blend
Vintage: 2015
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Champagne
Retail Price: $80.00

Tasting Notes: 55% pinot noir, and 45% chardonnay, this absolutely stunning wine spends at least six years aging in the bottle before it's disgorged. Brilliant yellow-gold, the nose attractively complex, with lots of lovely stone fruit and citrus, with hints of spice, and baked notes. The palate is just as attractive, with supple fruit, an exceptionally fine mousse and a finish that lingers long after you've swallowed. A superb wine; a worldclass Champagne.
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