a few faves from our vast selection
We’ve tasted and tested wines from around the globe and shared the best with friends and clients.
Now we want to share it with you.
Our selections change every month, are always seasonally appropriate and you’ll never get the same bottle twice.
GOOD
Remarkable bang for the buck. Wine for everyday moments that will leave you smiling (and your friends very impressed).
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Clot del Pila - La PerlaClot del Pila - La Perla
Established by Hippolyte Boudau in 1922, Veronique and Pierre Boudau are the third generation to run this estate. A wine-growing area on the Mediterranean coast a few miles from the Spanish border. A ripe core of red fruit this charming red is easy drinking on its own.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Carignan
Place • Languedoc-Roussillon, France
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CruceroCrucero
This workhorse varietal has so much natural tannin it will leave your head spinning. This is a great expression of Carmenere with notes of tobacco, black pepper and blackberry. Well balanced this wine can easily age for another year or two. It paris well with duck and cassoulet.
Grape • Carmenere
Place • Colchagua Valley, Chile
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Clean Slate RieslingClean Slate Riesling
Über delicious! That’s all you need to know about this Riesling. The slate soils of this region account for the wines minerality and the cool climate its acidity. The peach and lime notes pair nicely with fish and poultry dishes. A particularly good fit with sushi.
Grape • Riesling
Place • Mosel River Valley, Germany
FYI • The vast majority of German Rieslings made are NOT sweet. -
GuenocGuenoc
"Cool fermented in stainless steel tanks to retain its fruity flavors and aromas. Bright and delicious flavors of lemon, yellow grapefruit, quince, hints of zesty honey and pepper are framed by a lively acidity." Pair with fish tacos.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • North Coast, California
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Las Casas de Vaqueria A18Las Casas de Vaqueria A18
Las Casas de Vaqueria is the oldest mansion of the Donoso Group estates. It was built in the XIXth century, which was known as the “colonial era” in Chile. Notes of citrus and freshly cut grass pairs well with salads and fish tacos.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Maul Valley, Chile
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Faisao RosadoFaisao Rosado
Vinho Verde can also come as a rose such as this delight. A blend of varietals from the famous DO of light and slight bubbly: Vinho Verde. Notes of strawberry. Great pool sipper.
Grape • Espadeiro, Borracal
Place • Vinho Verde, Portugal
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Sean Minor ChardonnaySean Minor Chardonnay
The gentle use of french oak barrels for half the production allows for some body to this wine... without and over-the-top-butter-assault California chard's are sometimes known for. With notes of pear and pineapple this wine pairs very well with chicken salad.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Central Coast, California
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Di Majo NoranteDi Majo Norante
Like discovering less trodden places? Molise is for you. Squeezed between Abruzzo and Puglia, it has a dynamic landscape along the Adriatic Sea. This youthful red with hints of violet and currant is ideal for the cuisine of this historically poor region. Diets are heavy on pasta, veggies and generous amounts of olive oil.
Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Molise, Italy
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Indaba MerlotIndaba Merlot
As they say at the winery "happy wines start with happy vines." Complex soils, older vines, and a touch of aging in French oak adds to the succulent layers of plum, boysenberry, and anise. Easy to drink and easy to pair with...like a pulled pork sandwich.
Grape • Merlot
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • The WC's coasts border the Indian and Atlantic oceans. -
Excelsior SBExcelsior SB
"The picturesque Robertson Valley is nestled in the shadow of the majestic Langeberg mountains, close to the Breede (“Broad”) River. Yellow-green color. The nose is complex with passion fruit, grapefruit and ripe fig aromas. The palate is fruity with a zesty acidity."
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Western Cape, South Africa
FYI • This region is also famous for breeding horses.
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Gooder®
Kick things up a notch with wines that have a touch of pedigree. Better vineyard sites equals better vino. A “making dinner for a second date” kind of wine.
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Barone Ricasoli Brolio Chianti ClassicoBarone Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico
It is hard to think of Chianti and to NOT think about the Ricasoli family who are intrinsically tied to the region. An elegant texture with well-integrated tannins this is truly CLASSIC Chianti. Notes of plum, violets, and red fruits. Pair with your favorite red sauce.
Grape • Sangiovese
Place • Tuscany, Italy
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Ch. Haut BertinerieCh. Haut Bertinerie
"This chateau deploys a lyre trellis system throughout its eighty hectares of vines. It’s an unusual approach in Bordeaux, where Guyot and double Guyot training are the norm, but one with distinct advantages. Ripe with gardenia, lime peel, and creamy finish." Pairs well with your favorite fish dish.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Bordeaux, France
FYI • Curiously, there is no Semillon in this Bordeaux blanc. -
Folk MachineFolk Machine
Kenny Likitprakong at Hobo Wine Company has a cult following with his wines. With this comes a refreshingly light pinot by California standards. Elegant, fun, and very quaffable it has silky notes of cherry. Don't let the lighter color fool you because it really delivers. This pairs well with most foods.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Central Coast, California
FYI • Kenny fancies himself a modern day wine hobo. -
Chrysallis NortonChrysallis Norton
Chrysalis winery is considered the best in working with the native varietal Norton. The majority of grapes grown in the US are originally from Europe. Classic fruit-forward character of Norton with notes of dark cherry, plum, raspberry, dark chocolate. Pair with your favorite cheese board.
Grape • Norton
Place • Middleburg, Virginia
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Seguin-Manuel Bourgogne BlancSeguin-Manuel Bourgogne Blanc
With most of the fruit coming from their Meursault vineyards, this is chardonnay "done right." Certainly there are more expensive Burgundies but this one punches way above it's class. Vibrant minerality and a hint of honeysuckle, this is perfectly served as an aperitif or with white meat.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • Certified organic vineyards since 2015. -
Ch. Jean Faux Les SourcesCh. Jean Faux Les Sources
"The modern era for Jean Faux began in 2002, when the property was purchased by Pascal Collotte, a former Saury barrel cooper. Since 2011, the property now farms using only 100% biodynamic practices." Bright red fruit notes up front with a hint of leather on the finish. Pair with peppered duck breast.
Grape • Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Place • Bordeaux, France
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LeindlLeindl
George Leindl was in the wine industry for three decades by the time he decided to open his own winery in 2013. An easy one-hour drive from Vienna, George's wines are sought after for their immediate approachability. With hints of Bosc pear and great acidity, try with asparagus.
Grape • Gruner Veltliner
Place • Langenlois, Austria
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Ballard Lane Pinot NoirBallard Lane Pinot Noir
Winemaker Richard Shelton presents a delicious mid-California Pinot Noir with this offering. Once done in an over-the-top manner, more Cali winemakers are taking a reserved approach. The result is this bright and cheerful red that pairs well with Tacos Al Pastor and Cheese Tamales.
Grape • Pinot Noir
Place • Central Coast, California
FYI • This area was originally inhabited by the Chumash people. -
Alain Jaume Cotes Du Rhone Haut de BrunAlain Jaume Cotes Du Rhone Haut de Brun
This classic showing from the Rhone will have you smiling with your very first sip. Sourced from grapes grown on various soil types including limestone and clay, this has expressive notes of black licorice, pepper, and plum. Pairs nicely with grilled mushrooms or as an everyday sipper.
Grape • Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • The winery was established in 1826. -
Glen Manor Vin RougeGlen Manor Vin Rouge
A Bordeaux style blend,the vineyards for this wine are located on a western slope of the northern Blue Ridge Mountains, between 1000 and 1400 feet above sea level. With notes of blackberry and plumb this pairs well with roast turkey.
Grape • Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Place • Front Royal, Virginia
FYI • Glen Manor is located about 90 minutes from DC.
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Goodest®
These wines are about as good as it gets. Pampered grapes, outstanding vineyards, impeccable winemaking. A level of wine that can cellar for several years.
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Aquilini Red Mountain SBAquilini Red Mountain SB
This AVA produces the most sought after wines in the state, grown on soil created by geological forces that started 20,000 years ago. The Aquilini's decided to produce a white in an area typically known for red and wow! Sophisticated with notes of tropical fruit and a hint of lemon zest. Enjoy with Mahi Mahi.
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Red Mountain, Washington
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Dom. Couly-Dutheil Les ChanteauxDom. Couly-Dutheil Les Chanteaux
Purchased by Baptiste Dutheil after the Great War, the entire vineyard needed replanting because of Phylloxera. As one of the premier producers in Chinon this wine owes its considerable depth to the fantastic vineyard soil. With notes of pear and mineral this pairs well with pork chops and apple.
Grape • Chinon Blanc
Place • Loire Valley, France
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Muga Flor RosadoMuga Flor Rosado
Muga produces a number of prized wines but this rosé is in a league of its own. A dozen parcels in the Alto Najerilla district provide the perfect fruit for making this delicate wine. With notes of white peach and the slightest hint of honey blossom this pairs well with a seafood paella or the Spanish cheese monte enebro.
Grape • Garnacha Tinta
Place • Rioja, Spain
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Herve Villemade Cheverny BlancHerve Villemade Cheverny Blanc
"Hervé Villemade has been working his family's vines in Cellettes since taking over from his father in 1995. Today, the estate represents about 22 hectares of organically farmed fruit within the Cheverny. Aged in foudre, it yields a crisp, grassy wine that is quite complex. Try with a chicken tagine, brandade, or oysters."
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay
Place • Loire Valley, France
FYI • Herve is allergic to sulfur so his wines are sulfur-free. -
Black TearsBlack Tears
This malbec comes from high-altitude vineyards in the foothills of the Andes and is sourced from pre-Phylloxera vines. Aged in French oak this wine exudes a confidence of rich black fruit and minerality. An elegant wine that pairs well with bison and a red wine sauce.
Grape • Malbec
Place • Mendoza, Argentina
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Chartron Trebuchet RullyChartron Trebuchet Rully
The village of Rully is nestled in the Côte Châlonnaise of the famed Burgundy region. Here elegant notes of orange blossom and a chalky minerality delicately dance on the palate. As such, food pairings should not dominate. This will go well with fish dishes such as pain fried trout.
Grape • Chardonnay
Place • Burgundy, France
FYI • The Rully AOC was established in 1939. -
Christophe Semaska - Ch. de MontlysChristophe Semaska - Ch. de Montlys
It took a lot of hard work and ambition for Christophe Semaska to resurrect this famed estate. Starting from scratch this property has reclaimed its rightful place as one of the finest properties in the Cote-Rotie. With almost a Burgundy-like quality the polished cherry flavors pair well with veal, duck, or game.
Grape • Syrah, Viognier
Place • Rhone Valley, France
FYI • A Chinese painting inspired by Montly's sold for $2M. -
Kellerei Terlan Cantina Terlano WinklKellerei Terlan Cantina Terlano Winkl
"Located in the Dolomite Mountains in the foothills of the Alps, Terlano's distinctive location and extraordinary terroir are key to the development of their stunning, world-renowned wines. Winkl has an intense fruity bouquet with nuances of elderblossom. It is gentle on the palate, with well-balanced acidity."
Grape • Sauvignon Blanc
Place • Alto Adige, Italy
FYI • Cantina Terlano was founded in 1893. -
Champagne Goutorbe Bouillot Reflets de RiviereChampagne Goutorbe Bouillot Reflets de Riviere
"The Goutorbe-Bouillot house is a small grower Champagne estate located in the village of Damery. The eye is attracted by this delicate, pale golden color, displaying very alive thin bubbles. Fine and fresh, the nose shows delicate white fruit aromas (pear and peach). Fresh, vibrant on the palate. "
Grape • Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Place • Champagne, France
FYI • Pinot Meunier is the least cultivated grape in Champagne. -
Champagne Pommery Brut Royal NVChampagne Pommery Brut Royal NV
"In 1858, Madame Louise Pommery took over as head of Pommery & Greno after the death of her husband. She was the first person to intentionally create and market wine tourism. A lively texture with notes of citrus, fresh flowers and marzipan, this is great as an aperitif."
Grape • Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Place • Champagne, France
FYI • The Pommery estate is built as an English chateau.
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