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2016 “The Shop” Carneros Pinot Noir: The 2016 Shop may be the most exciting Shop I have made to date, because it has an energy that is extremely rare in Carneros wines. It is even slightly nervy when first opened and needs time to calm down. That’s why I released it a little later than usual. I often say that a wine has to be ugly before it can be pretty and that sums up my experience watching the 2016 Shop develop in the cellar prior to bottling. It was angular and funky all through the...

Winemaking: Once harvested we crush into glycol jacketed stainless steel tanks to begin fermentation. We heat up to an ideal fermentation temperature and perform pumpovers at least twice a day during primary fermentation. Once primary fermentation is complete we barrel the wine down to French oak barrels to complete malolactic fermentation. The wine is racked three times to “clean up” the wine and allow homogenous blending then put back down to French oak. The blend of the wines is based on a...

Production Notes:After harvest the grapes were quickly crushed and pressed into stainless steel tanks where most of the juice was fermented at a range of temperatures to capture the intense varietal flavours. A small portion of juice was fermented in old oak barriques to contribute to the weight and complexity of the wine. After extensive tasting trials by the winemakers, the wine was then blended, finished and bottled.Tasting Notes:Elegant and intense nose - a dance of blackcurrant/passionfrui...

Tasting Notes:Tropical fruits and lime with a touch of gun smoke. The palate is a basket of sun-ripened stone fruits and passionfruit, blackcurrant with just a touch of grapefruit. Gentle power with a dry lingering finish. Production Notes:After harvest the grapes were quickly crushed and pressed into stainless steel tanks where the juice was fermented at a range of temperatures to capture the intense varietal flavours. After extensive tasting trials by the winemakers, the wine was blended,...

TASTING NOTES: This Organic Cabernet Sauvignon boasts nice aromatics of blueberry, blackberry, that mingles with hints of tobacco and vanilla on the nose. Along with bright and rich berry flavors on the palate of focused ripe black cherry and blueberry, alongside the complexity of sweet black currant, coffee, and a touch of cocoa intertwined with a hint of spice. This leads to a nice dark fruit finish that is balanced with medium tannins and a slight touch of acidity on this very approachable...

TASTING NOTES: Bright aromas of citrus, apple, and kiwi layered with a whiff of limestone minerality that leads to a rich and nicely structured palate. Fresh citrus balanced with green apple, nectarine, and honey that linger nicely alongside a hint of minerality that is very well balanced, finishing with a nice touch of acidity. BLEND/VINEYARD INFO: 100% Organic Chardonnay 66% Badger Mountain Estate Chardonnay, Columbia Valley 34% Areté Vineyard Chardonnay, Columbia Valley WINEMAKER’S NOTES:...

TASTING NOTES: Great complex aromas of strawberry, raspberry, black plum with a nice hint of vanilla and dark chocolate lead to a nicely structured palate. Fresh red fruits balanced with Bing cherry and raspberry linger nicely alongside a hint of thyme, fennel and a nice minerality that is balanced with medium dusty tannins and a touch of acidity. BLEND/VINEYARD INFO:95% Organic Merlot and 5% Organic Cabernet Sauvignon90% Alice Vineyard Merlot, Columbia Valley5% Badger Mountain Estate Merlot,...

TASTING NOTES: Complex and layered aromas of raspberry, cranberry, and cherry with a slight touch of pine needle and sweet cigar on the nose lead to a nicely structured palate. Voluptuous flavors of dark plum, black currant, cherry, and licorice develop nicely with warm notes of clove and black tea linger alongside a nice balance of acidity and medium tannin structure through the long finish. BLEND/VINEYARD INFO: 100% Organic Pinot Noir 100% Rivercrest Vineyard Pinot Noir, Oregon WINEMAKER’S...

TASTING NOTES: This wine boasts layered complex aromas of pear, apricot, and peach along with a slight touch of pine needle on the nose. These delicious aromas lead into a wine that is balanced with a nice blast of bright fruit flavors on the palate and zesty acidity. Tastes of white peach, bright nectarine, and a hint of lemon zest linger on the palate and work themselves into a nice savory finish. BLEND/VINEYARD INFO: 100% Organic Riesling 100% River Crest Vineyard Riesling, Columbia Valley...

The Badia a Coltibuono Riserva, our most classic wine, is made exclusively from autoctonous grapes. It is loved by wine aficionados worldwide and is considered to be a true emblem of the Chianti territory. As a testimony to its long history and traditions, the estate is the proud possessor of a unique patrimony of old Riserva wines which date back as far as 1937. Unfortunately wines preceding this vintage were lost during the Second World War. Vintage Notes: The mild winter with temperatures...

Inviting aromas reminiscent of ripe peaches and apricots combine to form a delightful bouquet. Well-balanced and pleasingly effervescent. - Winery

Moscato Rosé is a lightly sweet, sparkling wine that bubbles in your glass with bright flavors of red berries and apples. Outstanding with fresh fruit; white, mild cheeses; and sorbet. Or mix with peach puree and create a Ballatore Moscato Bellini! - Winery

PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE:The alcoholic fermentation of the grapes takes place in Horizon hybrid stainless steel & wood tanks, and it lasts for 8/12 days at 24°-26°C until the last 3 days, when the temperature is brought up to 30°C. Once completed this first phase we proceed with the malolactic fermentation that takes place in French oak barrique where the wine is aged for a long period. An appropriate bottle fining follows.DESCRIPTION:Color: intense and deep mauve red.Bouquet: gentle aromas with...

Production Area: Hillside vineyards in the southern part of Tuscany.Grape Varieties:60% Sangiovese20% Cabernet Sauvignon20% MerlotDescription:Intense ruby red in color. Fragrant bouquet, with dark fruit and floral nuances. Medium-bodied, with black cherry and tart plum flavors and hints of spice.Ideal with a wide range of dishes such as roasts, game, pastas, and cheese. - Winery

Celebrating the best Tuscan tradition, Banfi offers a family of Chianti wines varied and complementary, unique in its style. Banfi Chianti Classico perfectly interprets the unique personality of this historic appellation with its alluring bouquet, rich flavours, supple tannins and good acidity. Colour: ruby red.Bouquet: intense with varietal notes of cherry, plum and violet.Taste: fresh, balanced, typical. - Winery ** Only 9 in Stock ** ...

Nestled between the Orcia and Ombrone rivers on the southern slopes of Montalcino, Tuscany, the Castello Banfi vineyard estate is unique for its wine culture and tradition. The wines of Banfi Toscana range, produced with grapes selected from specific Banfi vineyards as well as other noble areas of the region, express the genuine and authentic character of Tuscany. They reflect the love for Tuscany, revealing joy and genuine nature in their easy-drinking style Thanks to an inherent liveliness...

Color: Intense ruby-red, with purple hues. Bouquet: Black cherries and spice. Taste: Rich with soft tannins, delivering persistent black-fruit flavors and subtle hints of smoke, with a lingering finish. Alcohol Content: 12.5%.Total Acidity: 5 g/l

Color: Ruby red, young and intense. Bouquet: Fresh, fruit-forward, with intense red currant, raspberry and plum notes. Taste: Full fruit flavors with soft, sweet tannins. Nice finish. Food Pairing: Pairs wonderfully with a wide range of food and is suitable for any occasion. Ideal with red and white meats as well as cheeses.

Clean and delicate, with a richness of character, Castello Banfi Grappa is a fashionable aperitif, or add some to an expresso for a perfect caffe corretto. - Winery

Color: Pale straw yellow. Bouquet: Hints of pear and white flowers. Taste: Well balanced with an unusually lively acidity. Pairing:A splendid aperitif and a delightful complement to antipasto, pasta, and light meals. Alcohol Content: 12.6%.Total Acidity: 6.3 g/l.

Festive cranberry in color with an aromatic bouquet with hints of raspberries, strawberries and rose. A fresh raspberry taste, with crisp acidity, enticing the palate with an initial softness, graduating to a round and luscious finish. - Winery

Color: White-gold.Bouquet: Fresh bouquet with notes of pear, peach, anise and honey.Taste: Fruity and crisp, very refreshing.Excellent as an aperitif, or accompaniment to light dishes such as grilled vegetables and pasta primavera, as well as a range of seafood.

Vineyard Notes: Our vineyard selection for the Sonoma County Pinot has continued to improve over the years. We source from 18 different vineyards including parts of our Single Vineyard program, and the final blend includes 10 different clonal selections. This is the most important wine in the Banshee lineup, and we treat it as such. Production Notes: Handpicked and destemmed, fruit was fermented in small, stainless steel fermenters at cool temperatures for an average of 21 days. Aging for 16...

Tastes & DelightsGreen apple, jasmine, hints of kiwi and peach flavors bubble up for a crisp finish. Bubbling with aromas of Chardonnay, it’s our most traditional bubbly. Time to UncorkSimple moments. Big moments. Everyday moments… Perfect PartnersMake a toast to that buttery lobster or fresh fruit & enjoy! - Winery

Sweet as a peach! Apricot and peachy flavors mix it up with a crisp acidity that hangs around with a really nice finish named tangerine. - Winery

This Pink Moscato sparkler has aromas of red apples and cherries, complimented by a luscious, lingering sweet finish. Enjoy with fresh fruits, white cheeses and sorbet. - Winery

Barefoot Bubbly Prosecco has distinct tree fruit aromas and flavors and a lingering citrus finish. Best served chilled (36-40 degrees F) enjoy the apple, pear and layers of honeysuckle in the nose and the crisp lemon finish. DescriptionProsecco is an Italian sparkling wine made from the ‘Glera’ grape, grown in the Prosecco region in North East Italy. Brand NEW, Barefoot Bubbly Prosecco is a perfect complement to the Barefoot Bubbly line of California Champagnes. Like our other Barefoot...

TASTING NOTES: Ruby-red colour. On the nose it surprises you with its powerful fruity character mingling with reminders of its noble ageing, traces of coconut, toffee and attractive wild herb nuances. After a powerful attack the sensation of soft, supple volume gradually extends across the palate to end with a long finish. In the aftertaste you are again reminded of the red-berry fruit mingled with hints of wild herbs.VINES: Mainly made using Tempranillo grapes grown in our Mendavia...

Jeunesse Cabernet Sauvignon displays a vibrant ruby color, soft texture and perceived sweetness on the palate, with aromas of fresh berry, cherry and floral notes. In an effort to produce a wine that exhibits this kind of character, we cold fermented ripe grapes in exclusively stainless steel tanks. - Winery

Intense floral aromas are followed by notes of fresh peach, pear and citrus with hints of toasty vanilla oak. Soft in texture, this well-balanced wine is crisp and refreshing on the finish. - Winery

The grapes used to produce this wine originate from California's famous Clarksburg appellation. It displays all the wonderful elements characteristic of this varietal. Specifically, this wine exhibits fruity notes of gooseberry, white peach and nectarine. - Winery

Jeunesse Black Muscat displays a beautiful deep red color with aromatic notes of pineapple and apple. The rich, fruity flavors and smooth texture pair exceptionally well with Asian cuisine, barbecued chicken and orange pound cake. This enjoyably sweet wine is pointedly “Jeunesse” – French for youthful, flavor and fun. Enjoy chilled. - Winery

Notes: In an effort to produce Jenunesse Chardonnay, a wine that exhibits bright and exceptional fruit characteristics, the winemakers of Baron Herzog cold fermented it exclusively in stainless steel tanks. Aromas and flavors of peach, pear and citrus are accented by a hint of sweetness. This youthful and fruity wine is pointedly Jeunesse - French for youthful, flavorful and fun. Enjoyed chilled.

Fruit forward notes of red cherries, blackberry, and French oak notes of spice and vanilla. The Merlot is medium-bodied and finishes with moderate tannins. Pairs well with grilled lamb chops or roasted poultry. - Winery

Very well balanced wine with low level of alcohol. Very aromatic, cotton candy and strawberry aromas. Light in the mouth with clean, fresh fruit flavors and refreshing finish. A remarkably versatile wine that pairs well with appetizers, spicy Chinese dishes, fish or as an aperitif. Serve well chilled. - Winery

Blending Notes:Mouton Cadet Blanc is a blend of classic varieties: Sauvignon Blanc (69%) brings fresh, fruity and floral aromas and flavours, Sémillon (28%) gives roundness and structure and Muscadelle (3%) a distinctive aromatic character. Tasting Notes:Aspect: Light yellow with glittering highlights. Nose: The nose opens on citrus notes combined with the elegant white fruit aromas typical of Semillon. Characteristic Sauvignon Blanc box and broom aromas emerge with airing, gradually becoming...

Tasting Notes:Aspect: An intense purple with a slightly carmine tint.Nose: The nose opens with an explosion of aromas, especially wild strawberry, Burlat cherry, bilberry and blackcurrant. The fruit remains very present after airing, enhanced by additional soft spice notes.Palate: The fruit on the nose emerges rapidly on the suplle and well-balanced attack, supported by silky, deep and dense tannins which give structure to the midpalate. The finish is remarkable for its rich fruit, enhanced by...

Background:Cultivating vineyards has been a family business since 1497 when two noble Venetian families united in marriage and began producing wine in northeastern Italy. Today, the Bonmartini-Fini family continues to manage this venerable property and produce DOC wines of the highest quality. Winemaking:Merlot grapes are 100% hand harvested from the northern banks of Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake surrounded by mountains, providing terroir to create an elegant mountain Merlot. The only...

Winemaking:Barone Fini leverages winemaking practices in a manner as natural as possible and with little human interference. All of the fruit for Barone Fini is sourced from 25-30 year old vines and is hand harvested to ensure that only the best fruit is used.Vinified in an ultra-modern winery located atop the ruins of an ancient Roman winery, Barone Fini adheres to the highest standards of production.Tasting Notes:Aromas of subtle floral notes and lemon mist. Round fruit fills the mouth with...

Notes: Barrel Bomb is a masterfully crafted blend using a selection of fruit from the Lodi Area. The grapes were harvested at optimal ripeness, fermented in stainless steel then aged for 12 months in combination of French & American Oak barrels. The wine was then aged for an additional 90 days in once used Kentucky Bourbon casks. The final blend exhibits heavy and rich flavors of vanilla, licorice and oak. Alcohol: 16.5%

Bright cranberry in color, the nose is fragrant with fall spices, loam and dark forest fruit. The palate is bright and fresh due to the high acidity, good intensity with darker earth flavors and bright raspberry fruit. Fine tannins add structure and balance to a long finish. - Winery

Crisp and refreshing, semi sweet, with lingering pear, tangerine, nectar and melon flavors on the finish. - Winery

TASTING NOTES:Subtle aromas of peaches and strawberries with warm biscuit undertones. Notes of ripe peaches, melons and yeast mingle well with the bubbly texture of this just dry, medium-bodied sparkler. The fruit flavors are balanced well with the acidity and a creaminess that leads to a pleasant lingering finish.

Pale straw with green highlights. Great nose of subtle white flowers mixed with white fuits A lovely and intense wine with floral notes, peach and pear flavours. - Winery

Battle Axe possesses a deep ruby red colour with vivid purple tones. This wine offers a great intense and complex nose of wild berries and red ripe fruit with subtle spicy notes. Its superb fruit flavours combine perfectly with toasty hues providing great structure, character and a long finish. - WineryAging:The wine was aged in new French oak barrels for 12 months. Later on, the wine remains in the bottle for at least 6 months in order to be at its best when reaching to consumer. ...

TASTING NOTES: The 2016 vintage season came early in Sonoma County, with an early budbreak and unusually cool summer that allowed more hang time. In addition to being incredibly patient, we cut shoots on specific hillside blocks in late fall to impart a signature style of ripeness via desiccation. The result is a palate-filling roundness, richness and sweet viscosity that makes this Cabernet Sauvignon truly unique. THE HARVEST: In 2016, we sourced our fruit from select, premier vineyards...

TASTING NOTES: This wine delivers an abundance or bold red fruit character. Notes of black raspberry, red cherry jam and dried fruit combine with delicate touches of clove, cedar and cocoa. Alluring, plush mouthfeel and lasting finish. VITICULTURE NOTES: California vineyards are home to amazing vistas, special microclimates and stunning patterns that zig-zag the contours of hills and valleys. This blend is comprised of grapes grown on sites along the ridges perched above the Dry Creek Valley...

TASTING NOTES: Our 2016 Bear Flag Zinfandel is structured and full-bodied with a subtle hint of spice. On the palate, dense, dark fruit characteristics are reminiscent of blueberry pie. Notes of toasted oak and vanilla seamlessly meld with a plush, lingering mouthfeel. The majority of our grapes were sourced from the Dry Creek Valley, one of the most renowned Zinfandel growing areas. Dry Creek’s daytime heat and cool, calm nights enable Zinfandel to develop bold fruit characteristics along...