California

Artesa Elements Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, 62% Napa / 38% Sonoma

A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (78%), Cabernet Franc (12%), Merlot (5%) with a touch of Syrah, this smooth, silky wine coats the palate with intense fruit flavors – dark cherry, cassisenriched with milk chocolate and toffee. Sweet oak chimes in to create a beautiful harmony, and fine tannins lengthen the supple texture of this well-balanced, full bodied wine.

Artesa pinot noir 2008, carneros

With a dazzling ruby color this wine greets the taster with beautiful aromas of cherry, raspberry and plum sprinkled with cinnamon, leather and a hint of caramel. A vibrant entry leads to layers of ripe, red berry flavors that are brightened with a delectable acidity that lengthens the finish. Supple tannins add texture, while spicy notes of clove, cinnamon and sweet oak intensify the complexity of this classic Carneros Pinot Noir.

France

champagne henriot brut souverain n/v

Wine Spectator: 93 “Firm and toasty, with hints of tropical fruit mixing with notes of quince, lemon zest, smoky mineral, ginger and white pepper. This finds a balance between its fresh, lively character and a sweet, juicy component, ending with a long, mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2021″.

Trimbach riesling 2009, alsace

“There is a combination of sage, white pepper, and chalk dust aromatic pungency and textural bite that certainly claims one’s attention, all embedded in a bright matrix of fresh lime and finishing with lift and refreshment”. David Schildknecht, eRobertPaker.com

Meursault 2009, Bouchard Père & Fils (domaine) (12 x 375ml)

“Expressive nose combines stone and citrus fruits, flowers and spices. A sweet, intense, fruit-driven wine with complicating notes of flowers, spices, mint and licorice. Just a tad edgy on the end despite lowish acidity. This includes some fruit from the lower portion of Meursault Les Clous. 86-88.” Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar

Pommard 2009, Bouchard Père & Fils (12 x 375ml)

“An expressive nose speaks of pretty red berry fruit with subtle earth and sauvage hints that carry over to the rich and relatively full-bodied flavors that are shaped by moderately rustic tannins and a notably firm finish where a hint of wood surfaces. This is quite good but note that patience will be required, especially for a villages-level wine. 89/2019+”. Burghound.com

William Fèvre Vaillons (Domaine) 1er Cru 2009, Chablis

Wine Advocate: 93 “… strikingly beautiful. The aromatics alone are compelling, with layers of crushed rocks, oyster shells, white flowers and peaches that meld seamlessly into the palate…”

villa ponciago fleurie la reserve 2009

“Finesse, elegance and above all a silky texture that cannot be found elsewhere.” Such are the historical qualities that long ago made Fleurie’s reputation for excellence. These qualities are sought by Villa Ponciago for Fleurie la Réserve.

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Spain

Beronia Crianza 2007, Rioja

From the world famous Rioja region of Spain this wine is a blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha and Mazuelo grape varieties. Aged for 12 months in American oak barrels it has a bouquet of vanilla with wild fruits, raspberries, mulberries and hints of cherry with touches of toasted bread and green spices. On the palate it is fresh and fruity, smooth but structured.

Italy

lisini brunello di montalcino 2006 (6 x 750ml)

Argentina

septimo dia malbec 2008

The Dia range is a definite step up in quality. Fruit from high altitude vineyards is hand harvest and aged in French and American oak barriques.

septimo dia cabernet sauvignon 2008

$18.95