Pure, unadulterated sunshine in a bottle, this dry Favorita (aka Vermentino) blend from Piedmont legend Elvio Tintero is a fantastically fresh and crisp white wine. It may be all things to all people: dry, yet with a succulent... Read More
The Nahe is not a mountain stream, but it might be for all we know with Schönleber’s Frühlingsplätzchen’s cool and pure mineral expression, aptly complemented by a gentle herbal freshness. The crushed... Read More
Aromas of ripe, crunchy orchard fruits and wildflowers mix with a lingering note of almond skins. On the palate the wine is very fruit forward, with a medium-bodied mouth feel and a hint of minerality on the finish. Very crisp... Read More
Ripe aromatics with fuzzy peach, nectarine, and tropical fruits. The texture is round and the palate has a fine balance with a touch of sweetness. The palate echoes the nose with a clean and round apple-like finish.
Aromatic and fruit-forward, scents of key lime, Anjou pear, juicy melon, anise and a faint pine introduce this Alsatian style Pinot Gris. Melon, honey crisp apple, gooseberry and citrus pith linger on the round, full palate. Clean... Read More
Wines made from the native grape variety Cortese boast a serious yet pleasing weight, pronounced minerality, and beautiful acidity. In fact, the Cortese-based wines of nearby Gavi are among the most treasured whites of Northern... Read More
In a unique terroir in the world, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean at the base of the volcanic mountain of Pico, the vines are planted in the crevices of rocks next to the sea. Arinto dos Azores is an autochthonous variety,... Read More
A blend of 35% Loureiro, 35% Arinto, and 30% Trajadura. This is a textbook example of the style that has brought Vinho Verde to prominence. A hint of fizz helps balance out the crisp, Atlantic acidity. Tastes like lemon, white... Read More
Intensely aromatic with ripe passionfruit and tangy grapefruit peel, a touch of grassiness, and a clean, dry finish, this is a textbook New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Racy and bright, this wine begs for a powerful, herby pairing,... Read More
Estancia Chardonnay is a shimmering light-straw gold in appearance. Aromas of honey, tropical fruits and hints of orange and pineapple exude from the glass. Rich and well-balanced with a delicious, creamy texture mid palate; ripe... Read More
Cool Pacific breezes from Monterey Bay create a natural air conditioning that results in slow, gentle ripening—an ideal climate for our Monterey County Sauvignon Blanc.
The Eyrie Vineyards is one of the original historic wine estates in Oregon and by all accounts one of the most historic in this country. In the winery, Eyrie’s “gentle touch” vineyard philosophy is carried over... Read More
Cool-climate Chardonnay from a star of the Sonoma Coast, Ehren Jordan. This Chardonnay has citrus-driven aromas, with a sprinkling of yellow apples and pineapples. The wine has notes of refreshing minerality, a touch of well-integrated... Read More
Far Mountain is based on the belief that some of the greatest potential for wine in California – and anywhere in the world – exists in remote pockets in the mountains of the Sonoma Valley. The growers the winery works... Read More
Luigi Ferrando has long been the leading producer of wines from the Canavese region where his family’s winemaking tradition goes back to 1900. The Erbaluce grape is an ancient white variety that originates, and can only... Read More
Filipa Pato's dedication to showcasing the native grapes of Portugal shows in this fantastic example of Bical. This white wine demonstrates solid weight, firm texture, and well balanced acidity. This mineral-driven white is... Read More
A blend of 80% Bical and 20% Arinto grown in calcareous clay soils. 10% of the juice ferments in 500L casks; the other 90% is fermented in tank. Opens with aromas of lemon, white flowers, and nuts. Complex with notes of citrus,... Read More
Amidst the cold and rugged conditions, Flowers Chardonnay enlightens with a stunningly pure and vibrant character. At Flowers, the believe in crafting distinctive and complex wines that truly reflect a sense of place. With this... Read More
The Freese Vineyard is essentially a northern extension of Breakneck. We can think of these two sites as siblings, their composition is similar (comparable soils, same grape) but the way they carry themselves (the fruit, the flavors,... Read More
Harvested from the east side of Seneca Lake, the vines here grow in a unique soil composed of shale, gravelly loam, limestone, and clay. Fermented spontaneously in neutral barrels and bone dry, this is a persistent and beautiful... Read More
Chardonnay carries a certain amount of baggage for many people, which sucks if it means they miss out on such a beautiful variety. We work with old-vine, Chardonnay that retains downright nervy acidity even through barrel aging... Read More