Château de Ribebon Cabernet Franc 2018

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Château de Ribebon
Varietal: Cabernet Franc
Vintage: 2018
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Bordeaux Supérieur
Retail Price: $15.00

Tasting Notes: Almost entirely merlot from older vines, accented by cabernets producing a user-friendly red and black-fruited beauty with earthy tones. A great value.
Château de Ribebon Cabernet Franc 2018

Bodegas Larchago (Chavarri) Tempranillo Izarbe Reserva Selección 2014

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Bodegas Larchago (Chavarri)
Fanciful Name: Izarbe Reserva Selección
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2014
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Spain
Retail Price: $28.00

Tasting Notes: All tempranillo from the highest elevation of the three subzone of Rioja- Rioja Alta. Aging in oak gives this wine its hallmark dill, coconut and sawdust aromas on a sleek and immediately accessible wine.
Bodegas Larchago (Chavarri) Tempranillo Izarbe Reserva Selección 2014

Famille Bouey Red Bordeaux Blend Cuvee 58 2020

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Famille Bouey
Fanciful Name: Cuvee 58
Varietal: Red Bordeaux Blend
Vintage: 2020
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: AOC Bordeaux
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: The Bouey family has been farming the Medoc region for more than 200 years, and the Cuvee 58 pays homage to the founding of Famille Bouey group. Blending sourcing from the best sites in the AOC designation with the best of modern winemaking (minimal sulfites, no chemicals, HVE certification) makes for wines that are very user friendly. 80% merlot and 20% cabernet epitomizes the classic Bordeaux style of blending. Classic earthy musk on the nose leads to hints of anise, currant and blackberry on the nose. Silky as you sip with balanced acidity and a definite potential for aging. A value-driven introduction to the Bordeaux region.
Famille Bouey Red Bordeaux Blend Cuvee 58  2020

Sanvito Sangiovese 2021

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Sanvito
Varietal: Sangiovese
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: Puglia IGT
Appellation: Puglia IGT
Retail Price: $9.99

Tasting Notes: This sangiovese is medium bodied, but its fruit-forward nature may deceive you. Intense notes of tart cherries, oranges, strawberries and a hint of spice develop into light tannins. Great value for sangiovese lovers.
Sanvito Sangiovese 2021

Weingut Esterhazy Blaufränkisch 2019

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Weingut Esterhazy
Varietal: Blaufränkisch
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: Austria
Appellation: Leithaberg
Retail Price: $25.00

Tasting Notes: Wake up the chardonnay drinkers with this exceptional gruner! A nose full of fresh fruit and nuts, the peppery, spicey palate is full of pear and quince. The balanced acidity brings any food to life. Perfect for a holiday party.
Weingut Esterhazy  Blaufränkisch 2019

Zulal Areni 2018

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Zulal
Varietal: Areni
Vintage: 2018
Country of Origin: Armenia
Appellation: Vayots Dzor
Retail Price: $25.00

Tasting Notes: There are many layers of flavor that you experience with every sip. Stone fruit, such as slightly underripe cherry, are layered with hints of plum. The dense flavors are all very controlled, releasing gently from the initial sip to the finish. A wonderful alternative if you do not want a jammy fruit bomb of flavors.
Zulal Areni 2018

Bosio Winery Barbera Truffle Hunter – Leda 2021

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Bosio Winery
Fanciful Name: Truffle Hunter - Leda
Varietal: Barbera
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Barbera d'Asti
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: This whimsical wine is produced by the Bosio family to honor their prized truffle hunting dog “Leda.” Sourced grapes come from the famed Asti district in Piedmont with an average of 25-year-old vines. Medium-bodied, with zesty acidity. Dark rich color offers up deep plum, black cherry and strawberry notes. Fermented in stainless steel and then aged for 12 months (six in barrel, six in bottle). This food-friendly wine is a great alternative to traditional chianti’s and is perfect with a hardy winter beef stew. A great value.
Bosio Winery Barbera Truffle Hunter – Leda 2021

Domaine de Bellevue Red Rhone Blend 2021

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Domaine de Bellevue
Varietal: Red Rhone Blend
Vintage: 2021
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Côtes du Rhône Villages Signargues
Retail Price: $16.99

Tasting Notes: This won’t disappoint Rhone lovers. A great option for those searching for the classic notes of garrigue, herbs, plum and ripe red berries. The finish is soft and fresh but has a gently spice that balances this wine into something great for the price. Would pair well with lamb.
Domaine de Bellevue Red Rhone Blend 2021

Pardon et Fils Gamay 2022

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Pardon et Fils
Varietal: Gamay
Vintage: 2022
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Beaujolais Villages
Retail Price: $13.99

Tasting Notes: Produced by the Pardon family who have been winegrowers in Beaujolais since 1820. It is 100% gamay, light bodied and authentic to the regional style. Red berries, rich red grape and cassis notes with a balanced, lightly tannic finish that lingers pleasantly.
Pardon et Fils Gamay 2022

Atalayas de Golban Tempranillo Torre de Golbán Crianza 2017

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Atalayas de Golban
Fanciful Name: Torre de Golbán Crianza
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2017
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Ribera del Duero
Retail Price: $16.00

Tasting Notes: Aged in French oak, the light spice, tobacco and fresh, delicious black cherry fruit of this tempranillo clone is a major value for its price. Grill up some meat and vegetables and enjoy.
Atalayas de Golban Tempranillo Torre de Golbán Crianza 2017

I Veroni Sangiovese Riserva 2020

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I Veroni
Fanciful Name: Riserva
Varietal: Sangiovese
Vintage: 2020
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Chianti Rùfina
Retail Price: $44.00

Tasting Notes: This elegant chianti is thoughtfully balanced. The velvety mouthfeel of fruit and structure conducts a symphony of flavors across your palate. Every note is controlled and perfect positioned for flavor and experience.
I Veroni Sangiovese Riserva 2020

San Felice Red Bordeaux Blend Vigorello 2019

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San Felice
Fanciful Name: Vigorello
Varietal: Red Bordeaux Blend
Vintage: 2019
Country of Origin: Italy
Appellation: Toscana IGT
Retail Price: $57.99

Tasting Notes: From one of the pioneers of the Supertuscan movement, the usual, regional blend is augmented and elevated by the use of pugnitello, a native variety that contributes complexity and structure to the wine. Intensely dark ruby in the glass, the nose and palate both reflect the dark red fruit, with spice and a subtle floral character. Wonderfully flexible in terms of the wide range of dishes that the wine complements.
San Felice Red Bordeaux Blend Vigorello 2019