![]() Terrazes de los Andes was founded by Hervè Birnie-Scott, with the dream of producing wines from selected extreme high-altitude vineyards in Mendoza. Terrazes de los Andes 2021 Reserva Malbec, Argentina (Andres) This would be the ideal match with lamb chops or roast beef. Mostly Merlot with smaller amounts Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this medium-bodied red from the Right Bank of Bordeaux is brimming with blackcurrant and cherry notes and finishes with firm tannins. Featuring jammy plum and blackberry fruit notes, this bold wine with chewy tannins would pair wonderfully with braised leg of lamb, smoked meats, or Italian sausage with pasta.Ĭhateau Tour Bel Air 2020 Montagne-St.-Emilion, France (Pat) If you enjoy California Zinfandels, Primitivo is a great alternative as they are almost genetically identical. The word Primitivo is derived from the Latin “early ripening”, as an Italian monk noticed the grape ripened before the other grapes in his vineyard. Puglia, the “heel of the boot” of Italy is home to the Salento vineyards where the Primitivo grapes for this wine are grown. Menhir Quota 31 2020, Salento, Italy (Avery) Pair with fish like tuna or salmon or an herb rubbed oven roasted chicken. Blackcurrant and wild red berry notes delight the palate along with the smooth, velvety mouthfeel. Pinot Noir grapes sourced from throughout the Cote d’Or of Burgundy make up this light-bodied, elegant red aged one year in mostly used French oak, made in accordance with the “family secret” recipe. Enjoy this juicy white wine with roasted chicken, vegetable lasagna, or pork chops in a creamy white wine sauce.Īlbert Bichot “Secret de Famille” Bourgogne, France (Aron) This full-bodied Chardonnay is rich with layers of fresh orchard peach, orange blossom, and mineral with subtle undertones of baking spice and toasted oak. Fermented in barrel, the wine is then aged in French oak for 8 months (33% new). In fact, this wine is named “Brumaire”, which translates to “the month of mist” in French (brume=fog). This will pair well with a variety of cheeses and appetizers such as jumbo shrimp or crab balls.ĮnRoute 2021 “Brumaire” Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, California (Tim)Ĭool climate and coastal fog make the Russian River Valley the ideal region for growing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, which make up 70% of the region’s plantings. Aromas of acacia and exotic fruits and flavors of fresh citrus provide a crisp, bright experience. ![]() Enjoy with pasta with pesto sauce, risotto, and mussels or clams.ĭomaine de la Sangliere 2021 “Juliette” Blanc, France (Pat)įrom a Provence vineyard just 30km from Saint Tropez, this blend of 70% Sauvignon and 30% Colombard provides a superb value. Bright citrus and mineral notes and a rich, round texture envelop the mouth in this delicious Sauvignon Blanc. With Sancerre prices on a meteoric rise over the last several years, we thought this example provided excellent value. The fourth generation of the family is running Domaine Cherrier, an estate with the wonderful limestone and calcareous clay soils typical of the Sancerre region. This will make the ideal pairing with baked fish finished with a citrus sauce, spicy fish tacos or pan seared scallops.ĭomaine Cherrier 2022 Sancerre, Loire Valley, France (Aron) Paul Dolan 2021 Sauvignon Blanc, Mendocino County, California (Jen & Jerry)įrom Potter Valley in Mendocino County, this certified organic Sauvignon Blanc is crisp and clean, exuding notes of melon, pear and zesty citrus, without the herbal/grassy tones prevalent in Sauvignon Blanc from other regions. Crisp, dry and vibrant, this is the perfect aperitif, or a joy to pair with oysters on the half shell, salad with vinaigrette and goat cheese, or shrimp cocktail. Aged three years on the lees for richness, this shows white grapefruit, green pear, citrus and white flower notes and a decidedly minerally core. This beautiful sparkling wine hails from vineyards in Anjou of the Loire Valley, made from Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc and Chardonnay in the laborious Champagne method, making this a superb value. Save 10% on any purchases, or put together a mixed-or-matched case of 12 bottles for a 20% discount.Ĭhateau de l’Eperonniere Crèmant de Loire, France (Avery) Check out our monthly “Staff Picks” wines, where we choose 12 of our current favorite wines, specially chosen to pair well with seasonal dishes and that present good value for the price.
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