Interesting Reds
Rioja
Tempranillo, R. Lopez de Heredia Vina Bosconia "Reserva", ES, 2013
2013 R. López de Heredia Viña Bosconia Reserva scores ~93–95 pts (Suckling 95, WA 93+). Classic traditional Rioja: long oak aging, savory red fruit, leather, spice, high acidity, structured tannins. Elegant, complex, built for aging (best ~2024–2035).
$40.95
Petite Sirah
Petite Sirah "D. Rafanelli Vineyard Rex & Amarica Blocks", William Knuttel, Sonoma, CA, 2016
2016 William Knuttel Petite Sirah D. Rafanelli Vineyard Rex & Amarica Blocks (Sonoma) earned 91 pts from Wine Enthusiast. A bold, full-bodied red with blackberry, blueberry, pepper, leather, and oak notes. Firm tannins, aging potential, and ideal with gri
$41.95
Other Reds
Malherbe Rouge , Château Malherbe, Cotes De Provence, FR, 2021
Silky, elegant Provence red with blackberry, plum, cherry, violet, white pepper, licorice and smoky herbs. Fresh, balanced palate with fine tannins and a long, savory finish. Highly regarded by drinkers (4.2/5 Vivino) for its depth, freshness and refineme
$52.95
Amarone
Amarone della Valpolicella "Classico", Buglioni, Veneto, IT, 2020
Here's an Amarone that knows its role and plays it perfectly, like a veteran performer nailing every classic note. Rich and chewy, with all the signature moves in place, it delivers exactly what the audience expects with confident precision. This is wine
$55.95
Rioja
Tempranillo, R. Lopez de Heredia Rioja Vina Tondonia "Reserva", ES, 2013
Lopez de Heredia Rioja Viña Tondonia Reserva 2013 shows cherry, dried strawberry, orange peel, leather, tobacco, cedar & spice. Medium-bodied with silky tannins, bright acidity & evolved complexity. Rated 94–97 pts, traditional, savory & age-worthy Rioja.
$58.95
Rhone
Chateauneuf du Pape, Roger Sabon "Prestige", FR 2020
2020 Roger Sabon “Prestige” Châteauneuf-du-Pape: 96 Wine Advocate, 95 Jeb Dunnuck & Vinous, 94 Wine Spectator, 93 Decanter. Rich and silky, with raspberry, blackberry, cherry, garrigue, licorice, violet, spice and graphite; velvety tannins and a long, fre
$59.95
Nebbiolo
Barolo, Renato Ratti, Marcenasco, IT, 2021(Pietro Ratti)
Renato Ratti Marcenasco 2021 scores 97 JS, 96 WE, 95 Decanter, 94 JD & WS, 93 Falstaff and 92 Vinous. Elegant and perfumed, with cherry, violet, mint, orange peel and graphite, backed by fresh acidity and firm, refined tannins.
$59.95
Burgundy
Volnay, Domaine Arnaud Baillot, Burgundy, FR, 2023
The wine appears ruby red in the glass and opens with a complex aroma of ripe red cherries, raspberries, violets, and a hint of forest floor. The taste is full-bodied and harmonious with fine tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, mineral finish.
$64.95
Super Tuscan
Super Tuscan "Summus" Castello Banfi, Toscana IGT, IT, 2020
Castello Banfi SummuS Toscana IGT 2020: 93–94 pt range (Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast). Notes of blackberry, plum, spice, vanilla, cocoa, and cedar. Medium-full body, polished tannins, moderate acidity. A refined, fruit-driven Super Tuscan, best now–midt
$65.95
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc, Anthonij Rupert, Franschhoek, ZA, 2018
2018 Anthonij Rupert Cabernet Franc scores 93 Wine Advocate, 92 James Suckling, 4.5 Platter’s & 89 Tim Atkin. Plush plum and black cherry meet violet, cedar, cocoa and spice, with polished tannins, structure and restrained power.
$78.95
Super Tuscan
Super Tuscan "Excelsus", Castello Banfi, Tuscany IGT, IT, 2019 (Mariani Family)
94pts James Suckling
Black currants, plum skins, toasted spices, cedar & nut shell on the nose. Full & layered with firm tannins & a rich dark fruit character. Mineral too, with notes of sea shell & crushed stones. Vivid acidity. Long & linear finish.
Black currants, plum skins, toasted spices, cedar & nut shell on the nose. Full & layered with firm tannins & a rich dark fruit character. Mineral too, with notes of sea shell & crushed stones. Vivid acidity. Long & linear finish.
$79.95
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Burgundy
Vosne-Romanée "Aux Réas", Domaine Jean Féry & Fils, FR, 2020 (Jean-Louis Féry)
The nose has notes of red berries such as cherry & woody notes exhale. The palate reveals fruity notes, peppery notes & the finish is expressed on the texture, generous material, & solid but silky tannins from the optimized breeding in barrels of light oa
$114.95
$94.75
Sangiovese
Brunello di Montalcino "Vigna del Lago", Val de Suga, Tuscany, IT, 2019
Val di Suga Vigna del Lago 2019 is elegant and mineral-driven, with cherry, cranberry, violet, herbs, citrus and spice. Fine tannins and bright acidity lead to a long, savory finish. 97 JD | 95 JS | 94 WA | 94 DC | 93 WS/VN.
$99.95
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Burgundy
Vosne-Romanée "Vielles Vignes", Michel Magnien, Burgundy, FR, 2021 (4th generation family winemaker)
2021 Michel Magnien Vosne-Romanée Vieilles Vignes: Burghound ~90. Elegant, fresh and spicy, with red fruit, rose and Asian spice. Medium-bodied with moderate tannins. Best enjoyed 2026–2032; a classic, refined 2021 Vosne.
$139.95
$124.95
Montepulciano
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG "Vigna Marrucheto", Castello Banfi, Toscana, IT, 2019 (Mariani Family)
Indulge in the single-vineyard expression of Banfi's Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Marrucheto 2019. A Sangiovese showcasing the unique terroir of the Vigna Marrucheto vineyard, with notes of red fruit, spice, and a subtle minerality.
$149.95
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Burgundy
Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru "Roncière”, Domaine Jean Grivot, Burgundy, FR, 2021 (Mathilde Grivot)
Jean Grivot Nuits-Saints-George 2021;95 JM, 93 WS; Aromas & flavors of red berries, herbs, & purple flowers. The palate is rich with ripe fruit and medium weight with bright acidity & fine tannins. Aging in 30-60% new Burgundian pièce brings notes of van
$264.95
$229.95