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Cakebread Cellars BENCHLAND SELECT Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2018 750ml
Expert Ratings - Vintage 2018
Wine Advocate 93 Points | Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Benchland Select gives up intense cassis, stewed plums and cedar chest notes with hints of licorice and wild sage. Medium to full-bodied in the mouth, the palate has a taut, grainy texture supporting the muscular black fruits, finishing long and mineral tinged.
James Suckling 92 Points | Ripe blueberries, blackcurrants, blackberries, spearmint, cocoa and walnut on the nose. Full-bodied with firm, fine tannins. Supple, flavorful finish. Drink or hold.
Corison KRONOS Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 750ml
Expert Reviews
Wine Spectator 94 Points | A very fresh, floral-laced style, offering a bright beam of cassis and plum gelée laced with flashes of violet, hibiscus and rose petal. Nicely grounded through the finish, with alder and warm earth hints filling in. Approachable, but this has more to show in time. Best from 2023 through 2036. (JM)
Wine Advocate 94 Points | Delicate herbal shadings accent the cassis notes on the nose of Corison's 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon. It's classic Corison, balanced and concentrated without being showy or weighty, silky in feel, with a long, lingering finish and two decades of ageability. (JC)Decanter 94 points Alluring aromas of dark cassis, graphite, cedar and wild herbs. It has a striking depth with layered flavours and texture, and while restrained now it is incredibly well-built and in need of time in the cellar to fully shine. Reveals subtle hints of fresh black and blue berries, currants and dried herbs tinged with red florals. Finishes with polish, energy and poise. (JC)
Jeb Dunnuck 92 Points | Lots of dark, blackcurrants, cassis, darker chocolate, and hints of violets emerge from the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, a medium to full-bodied, beautifully balanced St. Helena Napa Cabernet Sauvignon offering nicely integrated acidity, terrific balance, and a great finish. This quintessential Cathy Corison Cabernet shines on all accounts. It's going to evolve for two decades. (JD)
James Suckling 94 Points | A perfumed nose of blackberries, dark cherries, cedar, cocoa and nutmeg. Violets too. Medium body with fine tannins and bright acidity. Fresh and refined with a bright core of wild fruit and a long, flavorful finish. Drink or hold. (JS)
Vinous 93 Points | The 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon is full of charm. It offers all of the natural intensity of the year, with bright acids that keep the flavors bright. Sweet red cherry, plum, cedar, tobacco and spice all build effortlessly. This open-knit yet classically built Cabernet is likely to offer a wide window of drinkability over the next 15-20 years. As always, Cathy Corison's Napa Valley Cabernet is a blend of three sites in St. Helena. (AG)
Wine & Spirits Magazine 96 Points | The 2019 vintage might be something of an outlier for Cathy Corison, who picked two weeks later than usual, taking advantage of the cool season from summer into fall. This wine is, in fact, an idealized version of her benchland cabernet sauvignon, holding on to the elegance she regularly achieves, while adding a luscious textural beauty that more often comes from bottle age. James Conley of NYC’s Keen’s Chophouse found the aroma suggested a more delicate wine than the density and extract this one carries in its “cabernet grape tannins and intriguing, lifted fruit. If someone said, ‘I love Napa, but show me what I’m missing.’ I’d say, ‘Well, try this.’” Warm and explosive in its energy, this wine carries an imprint of the benchland soils in the play of darkness and light, in the detailed tannins that make you crave another taste. (JG)
Hendry Zinfandel Block 28 2021 750ml
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2021
The Wine Spectator 93 Points | Handsomely structured and full-bodied yet refined in approach, offering blackberry and cherry flavors laced with mocha espresso and cinnamon notes that build richness toward polished tannins.
The Wine Enthusiast 92 Points | A generous and glittering Zinfandel that is both savory and mouthwatering. This wine showcases raspberry, ripe plums, tobacco and dry, forest notes. Robust and lengthy.
James Suckling 91 Points | Aromas of blueberry tart, poached rhubarb, cigar box and sweet spices. The palate is full-bodied with firm yet integrated tannins, bright acidity and notes of black cherries, baking spices and burnt oranges. Block 28 sits at 60 meters above sea level and is planted to St. George rootstock. The wine is aged for 15 months in 65% new oak. A powerful and tightly bound wine that will age gracefully. Drink or hold.
Winemaker Description
Hendry Block 28 is located on bench lands west of the town of Napa. This 4.17-acre block is 160 feet above sea level and has thin, stony soils. Morning fog and strong afternoon breezes from San Pablo Bay moderate the maritime climate. The vines were planted in 1998 using St. George roots and grafted with budwood selected from an old-vine Zinfandel vineyard on Mt. Veeder called the Brandlin Vineyard. The vines are spaced 6.9' x 5', cordon-trained and spur-pruned. A vertical trellis system supports the cordon and the canopy.
Mt. Veeder’s Brandlin Ranch was planted in 1926 with a Zinfandel which produces complex, intense fruit. The character of this mountain fruit was very interesting to George. In the early days of winemaking at Hendry, he made an arrangement with the vineyard’s owner to tend the vines in exchange for the fruit. When the vineyard was sold, George was able to obtain budwood from the gnarled old vines, which he then grafted onto rootstock in Block 28, where we’ve grown it ever since. The character of the fruit remains distinct from our other Zinfandel and Primitivo cultivars.
In 2021, bud break in Block 28 occurred April 7th. Bloom was May 24th. Harvest was on September 25th, with a yield of 2.93 tons per acre. Bloom-to-harvest period was 124 days.
The alcoholic fermentation was completed in approximately one week in closed fermentation tanks. The wine was then pressed and put into barrels for malolactic fermentation. Aging was fifteen months in French oak barrels, approximately 65% - 75% of which are new each year.
Deep ruby color. Big, blackberry jam aromatics jump out of the glass. Fruity on the front-palate, medium-heavy and balanced, drawing out to a firm finish of black tea tannins. This is a Zin for Zin-lovers! The bolder of our two Zinfandel offerings. Plenty of structure for burgers, braised lamb shanks, salumi, cheeses, and slow-roasted brisket.
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Hermann J. Wiemer Semi-Dry Riesling 2024 750ml
Hermann J. Wiemer · Semi-Dry Riesling · Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes · 2024
Hermann J. Wiemer is the founding father of Finger Lakes Riesling. A German-born viticulturist who trained in the Mosel before planting vines on the western shore of Seneca Lake in 1979, Wiemer proved that New York could produce world-class Riesling — and the estate he built continues to set the standard decades later. Their Semi-Dry Riesling is the wine that converts skeptics: sourced from early picks in vineyard blocks surrounding Seneca Lake, it carries residual sugar with the grace and balance that only great Riesling terroir can deliver. Certified Sustainable. JS:92. At $24.99, it’s one of the most versatile and crowd-pleasing bottles in the Finger Lakes canon — the wine you bring when you’re not sure what everyone drinks, and it always wins.
The 2024 opens with aromas of wildflower honey, ripe Bosch pear, peach, apricot, and sweet florals. On the palate: succulent and fruit-forward with a refreshing lightness — the residual sugar is perfectly balanced by bright acidity, finishing juicy and barely dry with fantastic vitality. Drink now through 2029.
“Rippling with peach, apricot and sweet floral aromas… succulent but also very fresh in the juicy, barely dry finish. Fantastic balance and vitality at the end. Sustainable.”
— James Suckling, 92 Points (Vintage 2024).
- Producer: Hermann J. Wiemer Vineyard (est. 1979)
- Vintage: 2024
- Appellation: Seneca Lake, Finger Lakes, New York
- Varietal: 100% Riesling
- Style: Semi-Dry (off-dry)
- Certification: Certified Sustainable
- Size: 750ml
- Tasting Notes: Wildflower honey, Bosch pear, peach, apricot, sweet florals, bright acidity, juicy barely-dry finish
- Cellar Potential: Drink now through 2029
- Food Pairings: Spicy Thai, Vietnamese pho, sushi, soft-ripened cheese, fruit tarts, light charcuterie
JS:92 · Certified Sustainable — Finger Lakes Riesling from the man who started it all.
Martin Woods Chardonnay Koosah Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills 2022 750ml
Winemaker Evan Martin has called Koosah “the greatest Chardonnay vineyard in the Willamette Valley” — and the scores agree. Sourced from the Koosah Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills, this is Oregon grand cru Chardonnay in every sense: remarkable texture and tension between fruit, minerality, and acidity, with a finish that lingers with persistent freshness and a note of salinity. Martin himself describes it as Oregon’s answer to Puligny-Montrachet — built to drink now or cellar for 15+ years.
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022
“Dazzles with spiced apples, damp earth, a hint of saline, green melon, and subtle notes of white tea. Beautiful structure with a touch of tannins, perfect acidity and balanced sweetness, leading to a long, fruit-forward and saline-infused finish. An outstanding bottle poised for an even brighter future. Editor’s Choice.” — 97 pts, International Wine Cellar
“Bright yellow/silver color. Notes of smoky earth, white peach, lemon oil, and white floral tone. Lovely richness without weight, exceptionally focused length. Drink 2025–2037.” — 96 pts, Jeb Dunnuck
“The floral quality of its aromas balances the somewhat rich mouthfeel. Vibrant energy and nice overall structure — balanced acidity — featuring notes of stone fruits, crispy apples, lemon peel, and herbs. This wine nails both phenolic structure and rich texture.” — 95 pts, Decanter
Winery Notes: Lemon oil, green & gold apple, moss, white flower & minerals. Medium weight while possessing weightlessness. Our ‘Puligny’ — Oregon grand cru Chardonnay to enjoy now or cellar 15+ years.
Food Pairings: Roasted halibut, lobster, scallops, truffle risotto, aged Gruyère, and soft-ripened cheeses.
Varietal: Chardonnay
Producer: Martin Woods
Vineyard: Koosah Vineyard
Appellation: Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon
Vintage: 2022
Cellar: Drink now or cellar 15+ years
Bottle Size: 750ml
Orin Swift MERCURY HEAD Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 750ml
Orin Swift MERCURY HEAD Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 750ml
Explore the excellence of Orin Swift MERCURY HEAD Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, a captivating red wine that expertly balances boldness and finesse. This super-concentrated, trim and age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon is structured and deep, showcasing the exceptional winemaking that has made Orin Swift one of California's most celebrated producers. With an impressive 96-point score from James Suckling, this vintage reveals an intricate tapestry of flavors that both novice and seasoned wine lovers will appreciate.
Outstanding Critical Acclaim - 96 Points - Vintage 2023
James Suckling - 96 Points
"A super-concentrated, trim and age-worthy red that's structured and deep, with black cherry flavors on an elegant texture. Very focused, showing supple tannins and slightly restrained fruit, graphite, cocoa, black olive and tobacco leaf flavors. Full-bodied but still balanced."
Orin Swift - California Wine Excellence
Orin Swift is one of California's most celebrated wine producers, known for creating bold, distinctive wines with exceptional quality and character. Founded by winemaker Dave Phinney, Orin Swift has earned a reputation for producing wines that push boundaries while maintaining balance and elegance. The MERCURY HEAD Cabernet Sauvignon represents the pinnacle of their Cabernet production.

Super-Concentrated & Age-Worthy
As James Suckling notes, this is "a super-concentrated, trim and age-worthy red that's structured and deep." The wine's concentration and structure provide the foundation for exceptional aging potential, making it both enjoyable now and worthy of cellaring for years to come.
Tasting Profile
Appearance: Deep, concentrated color
Aroma: Black cherry, graphite, cocoa, black olive, and tobacco leaf. Dark fruits like blackberry and plum with hints of chocolate, tobacco, and spices
Palate: Very focused with supple tannins and slightly restrained fruit. Black cherry flavors on an elegant texture. Graphite, cocoa, black olive and tobacco leaf flavors. Full-bodied but still balanced. Smooth mouthfeel characteristic of high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon
Finish: Structured and deep with lingering complexity
Napa Valley Terroir
The careful crafting of this wine allows it to reflect the unique terroir of the Napa Valley, ensuring a full-bodied experience. Napa Valley's ideal climate and soil conditions create the perfect environment for producing world-class Cabernet Sauvignon with depth, concentration, and elegance.
Very Focused & Elegant Texture
The wine is "very focused, showing supple tannins and slightly restrained fruit" according to James Suckling. This focus and elegance demonstrate the precision winemaking that defines Orin Swift's approach, creating a wine that is powerful yet refined.
Full-Bodied but Still Balanced
Despite its super-concentration and full-bodied character, this Cabernet Sauvignon maintains exceptional balance. This harmony between power and elegance makes it approachable while showcasing the complexity that defines great Cabernet Sauvignon.
Remarkable Aging Potential
One of the standout features of the Orin Swift MERCURY HEAD Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 is its remarkable aging potential. Crafted with careful attention to detail, this wine benefits from extended cellaring, allowing the flavors to deepen and evolve over time. It can be enjoyed fresh, revealing its vibrant fruit characters, or aged for several years to develop complex nuances that enhance its profile. Wine enthusiasts will find that this Cabernet evolves gracefully in the bottle.
2023 Vintage Excellence
The 2023 vintage showcases the exceptional quality and character that defines MERCURY HEAD. This vintage reveals an intricate tapestry of flavors, encompassing dark fruits, graphite, cocoa, black olive, and tobacco leaf, making it perfect for both casual and formal occasions.
Food Pairing Suggestions
To fully appreciate the richness of Orin Swift MERCURY HEAD Cabernet Sauvignon 2023, consider pairing it with hearty dishes that match its robust character:
- Grilled meats - ribeye steaks and lamb chops
- Rich pasta dishes
- Aged cheeses
- Charcuterie board with salami and aged cheeses
- Dark chocolate
- Braised short ribs
- Roasted game meats
Perfect for Special Occasions
The wine's bold profile complements the flavors of hearty dishes, creating a harmonious dining experience. Each sip offers a smooth mouthfeel, making it perfect for both casual and formal occasions, whether you're celebrating a special moment or enjoying an elevated dinner at home.
Excellent Addition to Any Collection
This age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon makes an excellent addition to any wine collection or a thoughtful gift for wine aficionados. The combination of super-concentration, structure, and aging potential ensures this wine will develop beautifully over time.
Graphite, Cocoa & Black Olive Complexity
The complex flavor profile featuring graphite, cocoa, black olive, and tobacco leaf creates layers of interest that reveal themselves with each sip. This complexity, combined with the elegant texture and supple tannins, demonstrates the artistry of Orin Swift's winemaking.
Structured & Deep Character
The structured and deep character of this wine provides both immediate enjoyment and long-term aging potential. The careful balance between concentration and elegance ensures that MERCURY HEAD Cabernet Sauvignon delivers a memorable experience whether enjoyed young or after years of cellaring.
Curio California Pinot Noir 2024 750ml
Experience the elegance of Curio California Pinot Noir 2024
Experience the elegance of Curio California Pinot Noir 2024, an honest expression of Pinot Noir as it was meant to be. Lovingly produced by minimalist winemakers James and Lorenza Allen of Accenti Wines, this wine showcases pure, unblemished Pinot Noir character through spontaneous fermentation, low-extraction, and moderate oak influence. With its lush, fruity aromas and sophisticated tannins, this wine beautifully captures the essence of California, making it an excellent choice for both casual drinkers and discerning connoisseurs.
Professional Review - Bart Hopkins, 67wino.shop
"Curio Pinot Noir is lovingly produced by minimalist winemakers James and Lorenza Allen of Accenti Wines. Spontaneous fermentation, low-extraction, and moderate oak influence are hallmarks of their style in the cellar. They don't add stuff like yeast, bacteria, tannins, or enzymes to the wines because well-farmed fruit and careful attention to detail eliminates the need for additives.
The 2024 Curio is Pinot Noir as it was meant to be. It's an honest expression of the varietal, pure and unblemished, every sip a revelation of flavor. On the nose, inviting aromas of dark cherry, wild strawberry and spiced plum swirl from the glass with elevated anticipation. The flavors coalesce joyfully in the mouth with elegance and harmonious balance, revealing a gentle earthiness and savory spice that resonates into the finish like a long Mediterranean sunset.
True to its form, this is a food lover's Pinot Noir. Don't be afraid to be adventurous, this Pinot will take on whatever culinary challenge it meets with delectable agility, whether it's a gourmet feast or a simple mid-week excursion."
James & Lorenza Allen - Accenti Wines
Curio Pinot Noir is crafted by James and Lorenza Allen, the talented winemaking duo behind Accenti Wines. Their minimalist approach to winemaking focuses on letting the fruit speak for itself, using spontaneous fermentation and careful attention to detail rather than additives. This philosophy creates wines of exceptional purity and character.

Minimalist Winemaking Philosophy
Spontaneous fermentation, low-extraction, and moderate oak influence are hallmarks of the Allens' style in the cellar. They don't add yeast, bacteria, tannins, or enzymes to the wines because well-farmed fruit and careful attention to detail eliminates the need for additives. This natural approach allows the true character of the Pinot Noir grape to shine through.
Pinot Noir as It Was Meant to Be
The 2024 Curio is Pinot Noir as it was meant to be - an honest expression of the varietal, pure and unblemished. Every sip is a revelation of flavor, showcasing the grape's natural elegance and complexity without manipulation or heavy-handed winemaking techniques.
Tasting Profile
Appearance: Bright ruby red characteristic of Pinot Noir
Aroma: Inviting aromas of dark cherry, wild strawberry and spiced plum swirl from the glass with elevated anticipation. Lush, fruity aromas with hints of vanilla
Palate: The flavors coalesce joyfully in the mouth with elegance and harmonious balance. Ripe cherries, hints of vanilla, and subtle earthy undertones. Gentle earthiness and savory spice. Well-structured with sophisticated tannins. Vibrant acidity
Finish: Resonates into the finish like a long Mediterranean sunset. Smooth finish that lingers, allowing you to appreciate its depth
Well-Farmed Fruit
The quality of Curio Pinot Noir begins in the vineyard with well-farmed fruit from California's sun-kissed vineyards. Careful attention to viticulture ensures grapes of exceptional quality that require minimal intervention in the cellar, allowing the terroir and vintage to express themselves fully.
2024 Vintage Excellence
The 2024 vintage showcases the exceptional quality that Curio wines are known for. This vintage captures the essence of California Pinot Noir with its pure fruit expression, elegant structure, and harmonious balance.
A Food Lover's Pinot Noir
True to its form, this is a food lover's Pinot Noir. Don't be afraid to be adventurous - this Pinot will take on whatever culinary challenge it meets with delectable agility, whether it's a gourmet feast or a simple mid-week excursion. The wine's versatility and balance make it perfect for pairing with a wide range of dishes.
Food Pairing Suggestions
This Pinot Noir elevates any meal with its refined character and vibrant acidity:
- Grilled salmon and seafood
- Rich mushroom risotto
- Roasted duck and poultry
- Pork tenderloin
- Earthy vegetable dishes
- Soft cheeses like Brie or Camembert
- Charcuterie boards
- Gourmet feasts or simple mid-week meals
Elegant & Harmonious Balance
The flavors coalesce joyfully in the mouth with elegance and harmonious balance. This complexity creates a harmonious balance on the palate and invites you to dive deeper with every sip, revealing layers of flavor that make each glass a discovery.
Pure & Unblemished Expression
Every sip is a revelation of flavor - pure and unblemished Pinot Noir character without additives or manipulation. The minimalist winemaking approach ensures that what you taste is the true expression of the grape and terroir.
California Terroir
Each sip unfolds a story crafted from grapes grown in the sun-kissed vineyards of California. The wine beautifully captures the essence of the region, showcasing California's ability to produce world-class Pinot Noir with elegance and character.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Curio California Pinot Noir is more than just a bottle of wine; it's an experience waiting to be savored. Enjoy it with good company or as a perfect complement to your favorite dishes. It's a wine that enhances occasions, making it a perfect option for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Delectable Agility
This Pinot will take on whatever culinary challenge it meets with delectable agility. The wine's versatility, balanced structure, and vibrant acidity make it adaptable to various cuisines and cooking styles, from elegant fine dining to casual weeknight meals.
A Wine That Tells a Story
The Curio California Pinot Noir tells a story of minimalist winemaking, well-farmed fruit, and the pursuit of pure expression. Let the story of Curio unfold with each glass, revealing the passion and dedication of James and Lorenza Allen in creating an honest, elegant Pinot Noir that honors the varietal and the California terroir.
Roederer Estate Brut NV Sparkling Anderson Valley California Rose 750ml
Roederer Estate Brut Rosé NV Anderson Valley
When Louis Roederer — the Champagne house behind Cristal — established Roederer Estate in California's Anderson Valley in 1982, they chose the region for a reason: its cool, fog-driven climate, elevated acidity, and distinctive soils offered the conditions to make world-class sparkling wine with genuine Old World character. The Brut Rosé is the estate’s most expressive non-vintage bottling — a wine that consistently overdelivers at its price point and has earned a devoted following among sparkling wine lovers.
The multi-vintage blend is 56% Pinot Noir and 44% Chardonnay, with 10–15% oak-aged reserve wines from the estate’s cellars adding depth and complexity. Disgorged in May 2023 with a dosage of 8 g/L. The result is a wine of delightful precision: fully balanced between red fruit and acidity, with a rounded mid-palate, enduring finesse to the mousse, and the structure to age through 2035 and beyond.
Gorgeous salmon-pink in the glass, the wine opens with aromas of yeasty brioche, fresh raspberry, strawberry, white tea, and spiced orange zest. The palate is firm and focused, with dried raspberry, orange blossom, cranberry, dried rose petal, and mint, gliding into supple orange cream and white grapefruit on a dry, refreshing finish. Graceful, dynamic, and endlessly versatile.
Jeb Dunnuck — 94 pts
“Gorgeously pretty in a salmon hue… delightfully precise in nature, fully balanced between red fruit and acidity, with a rounded mid-palate and enduring finesse to the mousse. The acidity and structure are solidly impressive and should give the wine plenty of time to age through 2035, if not beyond.” — Virginie Boone
Wine Enthusiast — 93 pts
“Pale-pink salmon-hued with aromas of yeasty brioche, fresh raspberry, youthful strawberry, white tea and spiced orange zest. The midpalate is firm mousse, dried raspberry, orange blossom, gliding into supple orange cream and white grapefruit with a dry finish. Pair with life.” — Tonya Pitts
James Suckling — 93 pts
“This wine has gone on my ‘wines that always deliver’ list. Delicious and excellent value.”
Wine Spectator — 92 pts
“Graceful yet dynamic, with pretty strawberry and citrus flavors that take on fresh violet, orange peel and spice accents as this builds vibrancy toward the bright finish.” — Tim Fish
Vinous — 91 pts
“A serious but also very versatile Rosé. Cranberry, spice, dried rose petal and mint grace this understated, resonant Rosé. Fleshes out beautifully with a bit of time in the glass.” — Antonio Galloni
Blend: 56% Pinot Noir, 44% Chardonnay (+ 10–15% oak-aged reserve wines)
Appellation: Anderson Valley, Mendocino County, California
Style: Brut Rosé NV | Dosage: 8 g/L
Format: 750ml
Scores: 94 JD | 93 WE | 93 JS | 92 WS | 91 Vinous
Folk Machine Parts and Labor Red 2023 750ml
Folk Machine Parts: A Unique Craft in Every Bottle
Winemaker Description
Aromas of red tangy fruits and raspberries, flavors of blueberry and licorice with an underlying spice. A medium-bodied wine that feels fun, easy and gulpable, with a crisp finish. Versatile.
This is the forth vintage that Grenache has dominated the P&L blend and the first with our new label. A blend of Grenache from Mangels Ranch in Suisun Valley, Cedar Lane in Arroyo Seco, and Waddington Ranch in Mendocino, Carignane from Lolonis, Maria Martinson, and Castañon all in Mendocino, and Syrah from Vecino in Potter Valley.
There is a good amount of whole cluster and carbonic maceration through the lots keeping everything fresh and fun. As always, the blend was made immediately after harvest and the wine was aged in a combination of French oak foudres and stainless steel tanks.
Memo Summary Notes
The 2023 Folk Machine "Parts & Labor" Red is a high-energy, "bistro-style" California red blend crafted by Kenny Likitprakong of the Hobo Wine Company. Known for being "gulpable" and unpretentious, this vintage continues the shift toward a Grenache-heavy profile.
Why Choose Folk Machine Parts?
Folk Machine Parts stands out not just for its unique craftsmanship but also for the attention to detail that goes into every bottle. The 2023 edition, featuring Labor Red, blends traditional methods with contemporary flavors. This means that each sip offers a nuanced taste experience, as the ingredients are carefully selected and combined. You won’t just enjoy a drink; you will celebrate a piece of art in a bottle.
The Perfect Pairing for Any Occasion
Labor Red 2023 is a versatile alcohol that pairs beautifully with a variety of foods. Whether you are hosting a casual dinner party, or a sophisticated gathering, this 750ml bottle will impress your guests. The rich flavors complement both savory and sweet dishes, so you can create memorable dining experiences. Hosting becomes easier because you have a go-to beverage that everyone will love!
Craftsmanship that Captivates
In today’s market, many drinks lack the personal touch that distinguishes craft beverages, but Folk Machine Parts embraces individuality. Each batch is handcrafted, ensuring consistency in quality while allowing for subtle variations that make each bottle unique. This dedication to craftsmanship resonates with enthusiasts who appreciate not just the taste but the story behind their drink, making Labor Red a popular choice among discerning drinkers.
Menage a Trois Light Low Alcohol Red Blend 2022 750ml
Menage a Trois Light Low Alcohol Red Blend 2022 750ml
Discover Menage a Trois Light Low Alcohol Red Blend 2022, a lush California red wine crafted for those seeking a lighter wine experience without sacrificing flavor. From the popular Menage a Trois brand known for its approachable, fruit-forward wines, this Light Red Blend delivers all the great flavors of your favorite red blend, but with only 90 calories and 8% alcohol. Perfect for health-conscious wine lovers and those who prefer a lighter style, this wine offers the quality and taste Menage a Trois is famous for in a more mindful format.
Low Alcohol & Low Calorie Benefits
Menage a Trois Light Red Blend features reduced alcohol content and only 90 calories per serving, making it an excellent choice for:
- Health-conscious consumers moderating alcohol intake
- Only 90 calories per serving - perfect for those watching their diet
- 8% alcohol - significantly lower than traditional red wines
- Daytime drinking and afternoon gatherings
- Extended social occasions without heaviness
- Maintaining clarity and energy while enjoying wine
- Active lifestyles and wellness-focused consumers
- Guilt-free indulgence
Light & Lush Style
The "Light" designation reflects this wine's lush character with reduced alcohol and calories. Crafted to deliver all the great flavors of your favorite red blend in a lighter package, this wine offers vibrant fruit flavors and smooth texture without the weight of higher alcohol wines. The result is a refreshing, easy-drinking red that's perfect for any occasion.
Tasting Profile
Aroma: Fresh berry and spice aromas. Red raspberry, bright cherry, and subtle spice notes
Palate: Lush and fruit-forward. Juicy red raspberry and bright cherry flavors. Smooth texture with vibrant fruit character. Light to medium-bodied
Finish: Smooth, satisfying finish on the palate. Clean and refreshing
Serve Lightly Chilled
For a deliciously refreshing experience, serve this red blend lightly chilled. This unique serving suggestion enhances the wine's fresh berry character and makes it perfect for warm weather enjoyment. The slight chill brings out the bright, juicy fruit flavors and creates a refreshing drinking experience.
Menage a Trois Quality
Menage a Trois is renowned for producing approachable, fruit-forward California wines that appeal to a wide range of wine drinkers. The Light Red Blend continues this tradition, offering the brand's signature quality and flavor in a lighter, lower-alcohol, lower-calorie format. Every bottle reflects Menage a Trois's commitment to creating wines that are both delicious and accessible.
Only 90 Calories
With only 90 calories per serving and 8% alcohol, Menage a Trois Light Red Blend is an excellent choice for those watching their caloric intake while still enjoying quality wine. This wine allows you to indulge in the pleasure of wine without the guilt, fitting seamlessly into a balanced, health-conscious lifestyle.
2022 Vintage Freshness
The 2022 vintage showcases fresh, vibrant fruit character that makes this red blend perfect for immediate enjoyment. This vintage captures bright berry flavors and smooth texture, offering a refreshing taste experience that's ideal for any occasion.
Food Pairing Suggestions
The lush, fruit-forward character of this red blend pairs beautifully with:
- Grilled chicken and light poultry dishes
- Pizza and pasta with tomato sauce
- Burgers and casual fare
- Charcuterie and cheese boards
- Barbecue and grilled meats
- Mediterranean cuisine
- Light red meat dishes
- Casual dining and entertaining
Perfect for Any Occasion
Menage a Trois Light Red Blend is ideal for:
- Daytime entertaining and afternoon gatherings
- Warm weather sipping and outdoor events
- Poolside relaxation and picnics
- Casual weeknight dinners
- Extended social gatherings
- Health-conscious celebrations
- Anytime you want great taste with less alcohol and fewer calories
- Active lifestyle and wellness-focused events
Serving Suggestions
Serve lightly chilled at 55-60°F (13-15°C) for a deliciously refreshing experience. The slight chill enhances the fresh berry and bright cherry flavors, making this an excellent choice for warm weather or anytime you want a refreshing glass of red wine.
Approachable California Style
Menage a Trois Light Red Blend embodies the approachable, fruit-forward style that has made the brand a favorite among wine lovers. The wine's easy-drinking character and versatile food-pairing ability make it perfect for both wine enthusiasts and casual drinkers seeking a lighter option.
Modern Wine for Modern Lifestyles
Menage a Trois Light Low Alcohol Red Blend represents the evolution of California winemaking, meeting the needs of today's health-conscious consumers who don't want to compromise on flavor. This wine proves that lower alcohol and fewer calories don't mean lower quality – it's a thoughtfully crafted red blend that delivers lush fruit, smooth texture, and the signature Menage a Trois quality in a lighter, more mindful package perfect for modern, active lifestyles.
Cupcake Lighthearted Low Alcohol Pinot Noir 750ml
Cupcake Lighthearted Low Alcohol Pinot Noir 750ml
Discover Cupcake Lighthearted Low Alcohol Pinot Noir, a refreshing choice crafted to support an active lifestyle without compromising on flavor. Winemaker Jessica Tomei was inspired to create Cupcake Vineyards' Lighthearted collection after struggling to find delicious tasting wines that fit her active lifestyle. This elegant Pinot Noir is light and juicy with notes of wild strawberry and plum, offering only 80 calories, 8% ABV, and less than one gram of sugar per serving, while maintaining the classic Pinot Noir profile you love.
Crafted for an Active Lifestyle
These wines are crafted with grapes grown in sunny California vineyards, perfectly structured to create well-balanced and medium-bodied wines. The grapes are harvested early in the growing season to minimize brix levels, which allow for a lower sugar, lower alcohol product after blending. The quality of these grapes makes for wines that deliver exceptional taste while supporting health-conscious choices, designed for a lighthearted sipping experience that's ideal for any occasion.
Tasting Profile
Light and juicy with vibrant notes of wild strawberry and plum. This Pinot Noir presents an inviting bouquet of cherries, strawberries, and a hint of vanilla, which is characteristic of the varietal. Upon tasting, you'll discover a vibrant acidity that enhances the fruitiness, making it incredibly refreshing. The light body ensures that it can be enjoyed chilled, perfect for warm weather sipping. Each sip is a celebration of bright flavors, showing that you don't have to compromise on taste to enjoy a low alcohol option.
Only 80 Calories Per Serving
Nutritional Benefits:
- Only 80 calories per serving
- 8% ABV (lower than traditional Pinot Noir)
- Less than 1 gram of sugar per serving
- Classic Pinot Noir profile maintained
Food Pairing Suggestions
This versatile low alcohol Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with:
- Grilled salmon and seafood
- Roasted vegetables
- Light cheese platters
- Poultry and chicken dishes
- Mushroom-based dishes
- Perfect for casual gatherings
- Ideal chilled for warm weather
Winemaker Jessica Tomei's Vision
Cupcake Vineyards believes in creating wines that are not only delightful to the palate but also accessible for all drinkers. The Lighthearted line is innovatively produced to reduce alcohol content without compromising on flavor or quality. Each bottle embodies a commitment to sustainability and quality, reflecting the vineyard's dedication to responsible wine production. Enjoy each drop with the knowledge that you're making a mindful choice.
Why Choose Low Alcohol Wines?
Low alcohol wines like the Cupcake Lighthearted Pinot Noir are gaining popularity for several good reasons. They allow you to enjoy the rich experience of wine tasting while keeping your alcohol intake in check, particularly beneficial for those who are health-conscious or looking to moderate their alcohol consumption. With its lower ethanol content, you can savor the intricate flavors without the heaviness that often accompanies higher alcohol wines. Embrace the trend of lighter wines, and discover the joys of a glass that pairs perfectly with both meals and casual gatherings, striking the right balance between flavor and lightness.
Gruet Brut Gold Label 375ml HALF BOTTLE
Expert Reviews
The Tastting Panel 91 Points | Smooth with generous fruit and fine bubbles: fresh, juicy, and clean with a tangy style; a delightful wine and an amazing value.
The Wine Spectator 91 Points | This sleek sparkler is expressive with its floral apple and toasty cinnamon aromas and crisp, layered flavors of lime and mineral.
Memo Summary Notes
The Gruet Brut Gold Label is a legendary value in the American sparkling wine world. While the winery is located in New Mexico, the Gruet family originally hailed from Champagne, France, and they use the strict Méthode Champenoise (secondary fermentation in the bottle) to produce this wine.
Pair with
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Casual: Salty appetizers like popcorn, potato chips, or fried calamari.
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Sophisticated: Oysters on the half shell or a classic Shrimp Cocktail.
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Main: Fried chicken (the acidity cuts right through the richness).
ZD Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2022 750mL
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022
The Wine Enthusiast by Elaine Chukan Brown writes 92 Points | Generous and energetic, this Cabernet Sauvignon joins flavors of baked cherries and cranberries with a sprinkle of spice, vanilla and mocha cream, and almost-tobacco spices. Fine, persistent tannins carry through a long finish.
Winemaker Description
The 2022 growing season began with a mild spring that warmed into a temperate summer. The certified-organic grapes for this 2022 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon matured smoothly and steadily, with a heat spike in early September that helped ripen the fruit to an ideal brix.
95 Points, Double Gold Medal
San Francisco Int'l Wine Competition, 2025
94 Points, Platinum Medal
Monterey Wine Competition, 2025
Gold Medal Pacific Rim Int'l Wine Competition, 2025
Following ZD’s signature style of producing big, ripe, fruit-forward wines, we sourced the grapes from small, organically certified vineyards, each with its own unique “terroir.” Each vineyard lot was fermented separately in small open-top fermenters and punched down three times a day, ensuring a gentle but effective extraction of color and tannins.
The individual lots were then aged in small American Oak cooperage for a year until final blending. The wine was returned to barrel and aged for an additional year before bottling.
This wine has a beautiful, deep ruby color with nuanced aromas blending cassis, anise, cola, black cherry pie, and subtle hints of baking spices complemented with cedar and vanilla. On the palate, red and dark fruits are forward and bright with fine, well-integrated tannins that gives it an unctuous mouthfeel. Lingering hints of blackberry, cocoa and toasty vanilla round out the long, lush finish. The balance of this wine leads to it drinking wonderfully now and it will continue to develop more complexity with age.
Jolie-Laide Trousseau Gris Sonoma County 2024
"Scott and Jenny Schultz of Jolie-Laide make highly distinctive wines from grapes that are not among California’s usual suspects. The Trousseau Gris grapes for this bottle were farmed organically and stomped by foot. The wine is lively and aromatic and will go with a wide range of savory and sweetish things." — Eric Asimov, The New York Times
About the Wine
Planted in the late 1970s, these rare, near-extinct vines with massive, gnarly trunks produce unique and fascinating fruit. Since Jolie-Laide’s first Fanucchi Wood Road Trousseau Gris bottling in 2010, the wines have shown a strong structural foundation with vintage-driven character.
In 2024, Mother Nature yielded half the fruit of 2023 — making this Trousseau Gris as rare as the old vines that produced it. To preserve natural acidity, the grapes were harvested early and foot-stomped for a three-day whole-cluster cold soak. This gentle maceration adds subtle phenolic texture, lifted aromatics, and a gorgeous rose-gold hue. The juice was then moved to a combination of neutral puncheon and stainless steel for a slow, cold native yeast fermentation, followed by a 6-month élevage in neutral puncheons and barrique to preserve freshness.
Tasting Notes
Fresh and elegant — summer melon, nectarine, white tea, and pine. 12.5% ABV.
About the Label
The 2024 labels feature the work of Sandra Fontenas, a French visual artist and photographer based in La Rochelle, France.
Food Pairings
Oysters, grilled fish, sushi, charcuterie, soft cheeses, roasted vegetables, and light poultry. Equally stunning as an aperitif. Serve well chilled.
- Producer: Jolie-Laide (Scott & Jenny Schultz)
- Vineyard: Fanucchi Wood Road, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
- Appellation: Sonoma County, California
- Grape: Trousseau Gris
- Farming: Organic, old vines (planted late 1970s)
- Vinification: Foot-stomped, whole-cluster cold soak, native yeast
- Aging: 6 months, neutral puncheon + stainless steel
- ABV: 12.5%
- Vintage: 2024
- Format: 750ml
Jolie-Laide Melon de Bourgogne Chalone 2024
The Melon hails from the decomposed granite and limestone soils of the Chalone appellation, on a high elevation south-facing site planted in 1985 by the legendary DIck Graff. Overlooking Monterey from the east side of Salinas Valley, the site benefits from diurnal swings of warm days, cool nights, and a balanced coastal influence. This unique terroir offers excellent drainage and mineral-rich soils, ideal for producing wines of freshness, focus, and minerality. The fruit was whole-cluster pressed, settled, and transferred to concrete eggs and stainless steel for fermentation before aging for 6-months on lees in concrete eggs. The ‘24 Melon shows aromas of white flowers, pear, and lemon zest with a distinct saline character and marked acidity. - Distributor
The 2024 labels feature the work of Sandra Fontenas, a French visual artist and photographer based in La Rochelle, FR.
Adelsheim Boulder Bluff Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022 750ml
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2022
Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points | Adelsheim’s single vineyards were planted in the early 2000s on very steep slopes at 485 to 625 feet elevation. The bright red 2022 Pinot Noir Boulder Bluff Vineyard has a fruity and floral profile with notes of candied raspberries, pressed flowers, sweet herbs, and fresh soil. It takes on more tension on the palate, with finely coiled tannins, juicy, ripe fruit, mouthwatering, fresh acidity, and a long feel throughout the finish. It’s focused and has a good, compact, yet elegant feel. Drink 2025-2037.
The Wine Advocate 92 Points | The 2022 Pinot Noir Boulder Bluff is supple and inviting. Matured for 10 months in 33% new French oak, it opens with wafts of iodine and woodsmoke that give way to wild berry fruit and accents of rose petal and tangerine. Medium-bodied, it offers layer after layer of red fruit, citrus and spice. It’s structured by finely chalky tannins and mouthwatering acidity and has a long, layered finish.
Markham Chardonnay 2022 750ml
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Estate Vineyards provide the backbone to this expressive Napa Valley Chardonnay.
Notes of bright citrus-lemon and green apple are complemented by toasty vanilla and
a kiss of minerality from the soil. Barrel fermentation enhances the citrus fruit flavors
and balances acidity, while partial malolactic adds body and creamy crème brûlée
character to the mid-palate
Pine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc 2024 750ml
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James Suckling 90 Points | Aromas of sliced lemons, white pepper, Asian pears and yellow apples. The palate is medium-bodied with bright acidity and a saline edge, giving flavors of passion fruit, cut grass and melon. Nicely balanced with a phenolic edge.
Herzog Lineage Momentus Blanc Clarksburg Sparkling Kosher 750ml
Producer Description
Bright straw with light green reflections. On the nose, ripe Meyer lemon, pears, stone fruit, as well as hints of freshly baked sourdough bread. Light to medium-bodied, off dry, with an almost creamy texture. Nice, focused bubbles, vibrant, with slightly sweet pear, honeydew, white peach, medium-plus acidity as well as pleasant yeasty notes and sweet lemon on the refreshing finish.
Pali Wine Co Huntington Pinot Noir 2022 750ml
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Our Huntington Pinot Noir perfectly captures Santa Barbara County's essence, exhibiting a signature blend of flavor and consistency, distinguished by its well-rounded tartness and a harmonious fusion of fruity and earthy notes.
The 2022 vintage, entirely harvested from the Pali Vineyard, benefited from ideal viticultural conditions, allow- ing the Pinot Noir grapes to flourish. Our winemaking team expertly nurtured the wine in a combination of both new and neutral French oak barrels, meticulously selecting the finest to compose the final blend.
Blackbird Vineyards Rose Arriviste 2024 750ml
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Beautiful salmon-pink in color, the 2024 Arriviste explodes in a festival of aroma with strawberry, blood orange, red apple, honeydew melon, papaya, rose, and tea biscuit. An attack of flavors is dominated by strawberry, sour cherry, and plum, leading to a perfectly balanced mid-palate with delightful acidity. Notes of plum, wet rock, and blood orange linger on the palate, leaving you wanting more.
Pilacrow Ghost Block Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 750ml
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95 points, Wine Spectator. This bursts with bramble, licorice snap, blackberry and mulberry aromas and flavors that are energetic and juicy through the finish, where a flash of iris kicks in. A graphite spine to keep this honest. For fans of the exuberant style. Drink now through 2040.
VDR CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021
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Tasting Panel 92 Points Befitting its name, this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Petite Sirah is opaque in hue, but the palate is juicy, glossy, and lusciously crafted, unmasking notes of dark chocolate, sage, and blackberry licorice.
Ryder Estate Pinot Noir 2023 750ml
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Ryder Estate Pinot Noir is lush, silky and balanced. Black cherry and plum aromas lead into flavors of bright red cherry and raspberry with a hint of mocha and toasty oak. Pairs deliciously with BBQ’d pulled pork, stuffed mushrooms and relaxing with friends after a successful high tide sunset surf.
Koshu Plum Wine 750ml
Winemaker Description
Are you always on the lookout for the next delicious dessert wine to accompany your meals? Our 750ml plum drink variety could not be a better choice! With all the distinctive flavors you look for in a fruit-flavored sake, our sweet KOSHU Plum sake finishes off dinner with a taste to remember. You can serve it cold at the end of the meal, or try one as a drink right before you dig into your dinner. Either way, you get a refreshing beverage your guests will ask for again and again.
Intense, appetizing aromas of candied plum and cherry. The palate is sweet, but not cloying, with concentrated flavors of plum, black cherry and almond, and a lingering finish.
The KOSHU PLUM is a decadent, complex plum 'sake', ideal as an aperitif or dessert drink.
Manischewitz Cherry Kosher 750ml
Producer Description
Aged in steel tanks at cold temperatures to maintain fruit aromas. A sweet wine Cherry with a pleasant mouth feel and a smooth aftertaste.
St. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County 2021 375ml HALF BOTTLE
St. Francis Cabernet Sauvignon Sonoma County 2021 — Half Bottle (375ml)
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards has been one of Sonoma County’s most respected producers since 1979, with a long track record of crafting Cabernet Sauvignon of genuine depth, structure, and value. Their Sonoma County Cabernet is a benchmark for the appellation — a wine that consistently overdelivers at its price point, drawing on fruit from across the county to deliver the richness and complexity that Sonoma Cab is known for. Now available in a convenient 375ml half-bottle, perfect for a solo dinner, a gift, or a first taste of the estate.
The 2021 vintage began slightly early, with the first fruit picked on August 18. Limited rainfall during the growing season produced lighter crops but brought intense, concentrated flavor and color. Consistent summer temperatures — free from lingering heat waves — helped maintain natural acidity for brightness and balance. The result is a deeply extracted, beautifully structured Cabernet.
Generous aromas of crushed wild blackberries, dark red fruits, cassis, and milk chocolate, with savory notes of black olive, sage, and a hint of allspice. The palate delivers black cherry, cassis, herb mélange, and dark chocolate, wrapped in plush tannins and barrel spice, finishing long and rich.
Wine Enthusiast — 89 points
“This deeply extracted Cabernet gives aromas of spiced plum, blackberry and licorice on the nose. The palate brings black cherry, cassis, herb mélange and dark-chocolate flavors wrapped in plush tannin and barrel spice that lingers across the finish.” (Vintage 2021).
Food Pairings
Grilled ribeye, braised short rib, lamb chops, aged cheddar, and hearty pasta with meat sauce.
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation: Sonoma County, California
Vintage: 2021
Format: 375ml (Half Bottle)
Score: 89 points Wine Enthusiast
Trincheri Vermouth Dry Original Recipe 750ml
A dry vermouth rooted in 19th-century Italian craft — Trincheri Dry Vermouth is made from the original family recipe dating to the 1890s, built on a base of French Colombard grapes and infused with 13 carefully selected herbs, spices, fruits, and botanicals. The result is a vibrant, complex dry vermouth with a perfect balance of bitterness, sweetness, and aromatic depth that sets it apart from mass-market alternatives.
Bright and aromatic on the nose with floral and herbal lift. On the palate it’s dry and layered — the interplay of Roman Artemisia, Cinchona Bark, and Orris Root delivering a classic vermouth bitterness, while Ceylon Cinnamon, Lemon Peel, and Juniper Berries add warmth and brightness. Clean, precise, and exceptionally well-suited to a dry martini or Gibson.
Awards
San Diego International Wine & Spirits Challenge — 91 Points, Gold Medal | Best Vermouth for Martini or Gibson cocktail.
Producer Description
Based on the original family recipe from the 1890s, Trincheri Dry Vermouth is made from French Colombard grapes and infused with 13 herbs, spices, fruits, and botanicals, including Roman Artemisia, Cinchona Bark, Orris Root, Tansy Herb, Ceylon Cinnamon, Lemon Peel, Juniper Berries, and Yarrow Flower.
- Producer: Trincheri, Italy
- Style: Extra Dry Vermouth
- Base: French Colombard Grapes
- Botanicals: Roman Artemisia, Cinchona Bark, Orris Root, Tansy Herb, Ceylon Cinnamon, Lemon Peel, Juniper Berries, Yarrow Flower (13 total)
- Format: 750ml
- Serve: Dry Martini, Gibson, or on the rocks with lemon twist
- Tip: Refrigerate after opening and consume within 4–6 weeks
Mark West Pinot Noir MAGNUM 1.5 Liter
Mark West Pinot Noir California — 1.5L Magnum
Mark West is the original California Pinot Noir for the everyday table — the wine that proved you don’t need to spend a fortune to enjoy a genuinely good Pinot. Sourced from vineyards across California’s cool coastal regions, it’s been a go-to carafe wine for over two decades, beloved for its approachable style, consistent quality, and the kind of easy drinkability that makes a bottle disappear faster than expected. Now in a 1.5L magnum — equivalent to two standard bottles — it’s the perfect pour for a dinner party, a backyard gathering, or any occasion where one bottle just isn’t enough.
Medium-bodied and smooth, with aromas and flavors of black cherry, strawberry, cola, and plum, with a fine combination of ripe red fruit and sweet oak. Soft, fine-grained tannins and a clean finish make it endlessly food-friendly — and just as good on its own.
Food Pairings
Pasta with light tomato sauce, grilled salmon, roasted pork tenderloin, a juicy cheeseburger, or simply poured into a carafe for a relaxed dinner. If you’re not a cook, drink it on its own — no judgment.
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Appellation: California
Format: 1.5L Magnum (= 2 standard bottles)
Bergstrom Silice Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir Biodynamic 2021 750ml
Expert Reviews- Vintage 2021
Tim Fish of the Wine Spectator writes 95 Points | Supple, richly textured and elegantly complex, this Pinot opens with a burst of fresh raspberry, then unfolds with notes of forest floor and brown baking spices, plus a touch of licorice as it builds tension toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2032. 1,100 cases made.
Clive Pursehouse of Decanter writes 94 Points | Elegance is personified in this 2021 bottling of Bergström's renowned Silice. So-named for the sandy silica soils, the hallmark of the hilly Chehalem Mountain vineyard source. Beautiful bright fruit aromas are further framed by touches of tomato leaf, pine bough and mossy forest floor. The palate is marked by fleshy red raspberries, early season blackberry and fine grain tannin that provides a structure that shows this wine's longevity. (Drink between 2023-2031).
Erin Brooks of The Wine Advocate writes 94 Points | Medium ruby-purple, the 2021 Pinot Noir Silice Vineyard blossoms slowly to pomegranate, blackberry, watermelon, dried herbs and aniseed. The medium-bodied palate is loaded with wild berry fruit. Combining power and elegance, it's silky and seamless in the mouth, and a flourish of spicy accents across the finish hints it has more to reveal over the next 2-3 years in bottle.
Memo Summary Notes
The 2021 Bergström Silice Pinot Noir is a highly acclaimed, estate-grown wine that gained significant fame after being named the #32 Wine of the Year in the 2023 Wine Spectator Top 100.
Named "Silice" (French for silica) due to the deep, sandy marine soils of the vineyard in the Chehalem Mountains, this wine is known for its ethereal perfume and mineral complexity rather than heavy weight.
Orin Swift Slander Pinot Noir 2022 750ml
Winemaker Description
The 2022 Slander delivers a medium ruby core with a lucid rim that's almost translucent. Aromatically, bing cherry, briar fruit and some raspberry give way to ripe strawberry and associated red fruits. Bright and enveloping on the entry, notes of fresh strawberry, watermelon, thyme and a hint of funk come through. Spicy on the finish, the wine closes with a flash of blue fruits and lift.
There’s a soul to this business and that soul isn’t just from the people who make wine, it’s from everyone who loves wines that make them feel something.” Dave Phinney
Suzor Chardonnay Sunflower Willamette Valley 2021 750ml
Expert Review - Vintage 2021
Michael Alberty of the Wine Enthusiast 93 Points | I'm a Kansas kid, so I'm a sucker for a sunflowers. The juice inside this bottle, however, is what will make me buy it again. The Sunflower offers aromas of lemon, rosemary and a wee bit of butterscotch. A rich texture and lemon curd and brioche flavors are counterpointed by tangy acidity. Pour with The Wizard of Oz.
Eric Guido OF Vinous writes 92 Points | Honeyed flowers, green melon, chamomile and hints of gingery spice waft up from the 2021 Chardonnay The Sunflower. Soothingly round, this impresses with its depths of ripe pit fruits and candied citrus tones, all perfectly offset by a salty tinge of minerality. The 2021 leaves a cheek-puckering freshness and minty herbal tones, finishing with staining length and freshness. Drinking 2024 to 2028. - Vinous 92
James Suckling writes 91 Points | A refreshing and citrusy chardonnay with notes of lemons, baking spices and some blanched almonds. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity. Focused and well-made, with a delicious finish. Drink now.
Jeunesse Semi Sweet Cabernet Kosher 2023 750ml
Winemaker Description
A youthful nose of fresh berries, cherry, and floral aromas, finishing with a soft texture and a hint of sweetness — designed to be vibrant, flavorful, and enjoyed within four years.
This is a fruitier style of Cabernet Sauvignon with a touch of sweetness, perfect for those who prefer a softer, more approachable red wine.
Washing Brush Goblet Stemware by Brushtech
Producer Description
This brush will not scratch, chip or mar your valuable crystal champagne, prosecco and sparkling wine flutes, nor will it harbor bacteria.
Columbia Crest Two Vines Red Blend Washington State 1.50L MAGNUM
Producer Description
Generous blackberry, huckleberry, dark currants, and plum flavors wrapped around a core of vanilla.
CK Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon 750ml
Winemaker Description
This Cabernet Sauvignon has a classic, deep red color, rich with cherry and blackberry flavors with a hint of oak and a long, silky finish for a perfectly balanced wine.