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Château Paradis Casseuil Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend 2024

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Château Paradis Casseuil
Fanciful Name: Blanc
Varietal: Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Bordeaux
Retail Price: $19.99

Tasting Notes: This estate winery belongs to Lafite Rothschild. Bright notes of lemon, pear and green apple, layered with touches of nutmeg and mineral complexity. The refined palate culminates in a long, lingering finish.
Château Paradis Casseuil Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend 2024

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Nicolas Joly Chenin Blanc Les Clos Sacrés (Les Vieux Clos)

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Nicolas Joly
Fanciful Name: Les Clos Sacrés (Les Vieux Clos)
Varietal: Chenin Blanc
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Savennières
Retail Price: $85.00

Tasting Notes: From an ancient, biodynamic vineyard, this is a full-bodied, elegant chenin with great complexity. Intense schist underlies a creamy apricot with honey and citrus zest. A touch of spice and apple makes this a perfect match for seared scallops.
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Pascal Bouchard Chardonnay Le Classique 2024

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Pascal Bouchard
Fanciful Name: Le Classique
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Chablis
Retail Price: $32.99

Tasting Notes: Expressive aromas of apple, pear and citrus. The palate is taut and mineral driven, with flavors of yellow peach, nectarine, lemon and grapefruit layered over flint and slate notes. The finish is lean, vibrant and mineral driven.
Pascal Bouchard Chardonnay Le Classique 2024

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Domaine Brusset Red Rhone Blend Laurent Brusset 2024

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Domaine Brusset
Fanciful Name: Laurent Brusset
Varietal: Red Rhone Blend
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Côtes du Rhône
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: Savory and structured, delivering dried black currant, tobacco leaf and smoky undertones up front. Secondary notes of black pepper, leather and herbs de Provence add depth and intrigue. Medium bodied and smooth, with well integrated tannins, refreshing acidity and a lingering complex finish.
Domaine Brusset Red Rhone Blend Laurent Brusset 2024

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Domaine Clos-Saint-Michel White Blend Guy Mousset 2024

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Domaine Clos-Saint-Michel
Fanciful Name: Guy Mousset
Varietal: White Blend
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Cotes du Rhone
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: An aromatic nose of honeysuckle and white peach sets the stage for a round, generous palate. Concentrated flavors of apricot, yellow apple and chamomile linger on the palate, lifted by a refreshing acidity.
Domaine Clos-Saint-Michel White Blend Guy Mousset 2024

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Ciguela Tempranillo 2023

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Ciguela
Varietal: Tempranillo
Vintage: 2023
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Jumilla
Retail Price: $8.99

Tasting Notes: A juicy palate of blackberries, blueberries and cinnamon is complemented by notes of vanilla and subtle hints of potting soil. Easy drinking and endlessly appealing, perfect for casual sipping any night of the week.
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Famille Bougrier Chenin Blanc “V” 2024

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Famille Bougrier
Fanciful Name: "V"
Varietal: Chenin Blanc
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Vouvray
Retail Price: $16.99

Tasting Notes: Aromatic notes of white flowers and candied lemon lead the nose. Flavors of green apple, quince, honeysuckle and ripe pear unfold, touched by a hint of honey. The off-dry palate is beautifully balanced, pairing round richness with a fresh, zesty finish.
Famille Bougrier Chenin Blanc “V” 2024

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Ropiteau Chardonnay Unoaked 2024

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Ropiteau
Fanciful Name: Unoaked
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Vin de France
Retail Price: $14.99

Tasting Notes: A crisp, unoaked chardonnay. with fresh aromas of green apple, yellow plum and herbs. Aromas of green apple, yellow plum, and fresh herbs lead into flavors of Bosc pear and white blossom, accented by subtle hints of lemon peel and wet stone.
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Frutivinhos White Blend Flausina

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Frutivinhos
Fanciful Name: Flausina
Varietal: White Blend
Country of Origin: Portugal
Appellation: Vinho Verde
Retail Price: $8.99

Tasting Notes: Lively and refreshing, with energetic notes of clementine, lemon and white peach. High acidity and underlying mineral tones keep the palate vibrant and zippy.
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d’Autrefois Pinot Noir Reserve 2024

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d'Autrefois
Fanciful Name: Reserve
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Vin de Pays d'Oc
Retail Price: $17.99

Tasting Notes: Smooth and approachable, offering a graceful flavor arc of red cherry and warm cinnamon spice. Soft tannins and well integrated oak frame the fruit and create balance through the finish.
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Famille Bougrier Sauvignon Blanc 2024

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Famille Bougrier
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2024
Country of Origin: France
Appellation: Vin de France
Retail Price: $12.99

Tasting Notes: Bright aromas of lemon, pear and elderflower. Fresh acidity keeps the palate lifted, while a subtle herbal note on the finish adds complexity and depth. Clean, crisp and food friendly.
Famille Bougrier Sauvignon Blanc 2024

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Borrasca Spanish Cava Brut

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Borrasca
Fanciful Name: Brut
Varietal: Spanish Cava
Country of Origin: Spain
Appellation: Cava
Retail Price: $9.99

Tasting Notes: Lively flavors of green apple, lemon, and lime creates a fresh, juicy profile that remains beautifully balanced. While enjoyable on its own, this sparkling lends itself perfectly as a versatile base for cocktails.
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