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WineRelease.com's May 15, 2024 Monthly Newsletter.

This month we had 215 winery updates and 106 wineries releasing wine.

The past month has been a whirlwind of exciting wine events. I journeyed to Bordeaux, San Sebastian, and Burgundy, where I visited a dozen wineries, and explored four wineries in Epernay, Champagne. Along the way, I took the opportunity to update my recommendation guides for Paris and Epernay, crafted a guide for San Sebastian, and I put together a detailed recommended Burgundy itinerary to streamline trip planning for this remarkable region. Planning a trip to Burgundy can be more challenging than other wine regions, as many wineries are not open to the public, and those that do offer tastings require appointments. Ideally, you should start planning months in advance to coordinate tastings, transportation, and meals. I spent many hours emailing and calling, followed by additional follow-ups, as even the wineries that offer consumer tastings often do not respond promptly to requests. Due to numerous requests for Burgundy recommendations, I have put together a busy itinerary based on our trip. As my friends can confirm, I tend to maximize my vacation time by packing in as many activities as possible to fully experience a region, and Burgundy is no exception. Since we visited a few wineries that are not open to the public (such as Remoissenet Pere et Fils, Domaine Pousse d'Or, Domaine Couvent, Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini, and Domaine Arlaud), I substituted other recommended wineries that offer tastings. The week in Burgundy itinerary here: "Burgundy, a recommended itinerary."

Just so you know, the mentioned guides above come with links to each corresponding website, along with clickable addresses for easy access from your mobile device. Simply click on the address, and it will open Google Maps, guiding you directly to the location.

1988 Felix Volnay LesCailleres
I visited my favorite wine restaurant, Vantre, and enjoyed our customary blind tasting session. The white wine turned out to be a 1990 Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru La Garenne from Gerard Thomas. Everyone guessed it to be younger than the 2000 vintage due to its vibrant character, so we were very surprised to discover it was from 1990.

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The red wine wine was a 1988 Volnay "Les Cailleres" from Felix Clerget. The wine still retained its vitality and proved to be exceptionally delightful.

We spent a day in Bordeaux (stayed at the Burdigala Hotel) on our way to San Sebastian and while in Bordeaux, my friend and I took an Airbnb experience called the "Saint-Emilion Wine Tour." During the tour, we explored Saint-Emilion and visited several wineries, including Chateau Tour Baladoz and Le Chatelet.

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My friend Cecilia and I spent the day in Bordaux while our significant others joined us in San Sebastian.

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Some beautiful pictures of Saint Emilion.

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Vineyards and more vineyards.

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Vineyards and more vineyards.

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Vineyards and more vineyards.

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Vineyards and more vineyards.

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Vineyards and more vineyards.

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Vineyards and more vineyards.

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The town of Saint Emilion.

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The town of Saint Emilion.

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The town of Saint Emilion.

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The town of Saint Emilion.

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The town of Saint Emilion.

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And we are off to the wineries.

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Tour Baladoz.

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Le Chatelet.

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Our tour group.

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An amazing lunch at Au Bistro (61 place des Capucins, 33800 Bordeaux).

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Amazing beets and cheese.

Bordeaux Artichoke
A very tasty Artichoke.

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and perfectly cooked, flavorful chicken.

We took a train from Bordeaux to Hendaye then an Uber to our Airbnb in San Sebastian. My first introduction to this delightful beach town dates back to 2008 when my wife and I resided in Madrid. Instantly captivated by its charm, we were enamored with San Sebastian's renowned tapas, known locally as pintxos. Compelled by our love for the culinary scene, I curated a comprehensive recommendation guide, featuring the most delectable tapas spots alongside two upscale dining establishments. San Sebastian prides itself on a distinctive gastronomic tradition where patrons indulge in a variety of dishes across multiple eateries in a single evening. You can find the three-page guide linked San Sebastian: "San Sebastian Old Town Recommendations", and it's also accessible on our "Other" page, where various editorial materials such as interviews, surveys, podcasts, recommendations and travel narratives are located.

In Burgundy, we chose to stay at Hotel de la Poste in Beaune because back in 2000, we stumbled upon it and were captivated by its ideal central location and great value. In recent years, it had become a bit run-down according to the reviews. Thankfully, the hotel underwent a significant renovation from November 2023 to April 2024. As a result, we were delighted to find that our five-night stay was less than $900.

Our first wine tasting was a visit to Le Marche aux Vins/Boutique Wine Market where they start you off in their downstairs cellar to sample four wines where you self-pour (I don't remember a self pour winery in the US). After our cellar trip, we walked upstairs to their tasting area where the premium experience (priced at 49 euros) begins. Our host was Amelia (who also hosted us in March) and she has been there for decades and unfortunately for future visitors, she is retiring this month. She poured us the standard set of wines and knowing we preferred white Burgundies, she graciously poured us two Puligny-Montrachet wines, both of which I ended up purchasing. The shop offers a diverse range of producers. While appointments aren't necessary, I decided to make one anyway.

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Some of the wines we tasted at Le Marche aux Vins/Boutique Wine Market.

On Monday our first visit was to Patriarche Pere & Fils where Sebastien took us on a personal tour of the winery, cave and tastings.

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Patriarche wine barrels.

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Some of the wines we tasted at Patriarche.

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I love old cellars.

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Patriarche Volnay bottles.

Then onto lunch at Les Caves de L'Abbaye.

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Les Caves de L'Abbaye host, Guillaume.

Les Caves de l'Abbaye Classic Beef Bourguignon
Classic Beef Bourguignon.

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Our wine line up paired with traditional French fare.

Then a quick tasting at Bouchard Aine & Fils and Albert Morot.

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Barrels of Albert Morot wine.

On Tuesday, our journey began at Remoissenet Pere et Fils, where we had the pleasure of meeting Pierre Rovani. Yes, that Pierre Rovani—the same individual who crossed paths with Parker while working at MacArthur’s wine shop in Washington DC. Parker, impressed by Rovani's knowledge and passion, extended an invitation to join The Wine Advocate team. Initially, Rovani assumed he would serve as Parker's assistant, but to his pleasant surprise, Parker entrusted him with the task of covering Burgundy's writing and reviewing. For a decade, Rovani dedicated himself to this role. Then, in 2005, Remoissenet underwent a significant transition when it was acquired by Edward and Howard Milstein, prominent banking executives from New York. They approached Rovani with an offer to join Remoissenet and help elevate the winery's standards, to which he eagerly agreed. This opportunity fulfilled Rovani's long-standing dream of managing a winery. In his role, he oversees overall operations and plays a crucial role in identifying and acquiring vineyards—a pivotal task, considering Remoissenet's primarily negociant status prior to 2005, sourcing grapes from other producers. We barrel tasted 2023 vintages of Pernand Vergelesses Sous Fretille 1er Cru, Beaune Les Teurons 1er Cru, Beaune Les Greves 1er Cru, Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru, Pernand Vergelesses Blanc, Beaune Montagne Saint Desire. I have to mention that Pierre was incredibly nice.

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Remoissenet Pere et Fils wine barrels.

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Pierre Rovani of Remoissenet Pere et Fils.

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Pierre utilized a wine thief to offer us a barrel tasting of their 2023 wines.

After we barrel tasted he had some 2022 wines in bottle waiting for us to taste but then we realized we had to get to the bike shop before it closed for lunch. Pierre drove us to the bike shop and we were on our way. Extremely nice of him.

So we got our bikes and were on our way to explore Volnay and Pommard. Hiring a taxi/car service can be costly, and predicting the duration of tastings can be tricky so waiting for a car in remote areas when your tasting ends early or cutting short a delightful tasting experience isn't ideal. At the bike shop we rented standard "electric assistance" bikes from Bourgogne Randonnées for the day, but for future Burgundy trips (though currently unplanned), I'm inclined to rent the premium bikes for three days. This way, we can spend two days exploring the north and one day venturing south of Beaune. Biking through the vineyards offers an unforgettable experience, immersing us in the sights and scents of the vines in a way that's vastly different from viewing it through the windows of a car.

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Joyce and I on our way from Beaune to Volnay.

At Domaine Pousse d'Or, we were warmly welcomed by Marleen, who guided us through the winery before leading us to the cellar for a tasting of their freshly bottled 2022 wines. Impressed by the quality, we decided to purchase several bottles of their 2022 Puligny Montrachet.

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Domaine Pousse d'Or tasting.

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Domaine Pousse d'Or developed the glass top to keep the wines filled in the barrel, minimizing the chore of topping off each wine barrel.

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Domaine Pousse d'Or cases ready to ship to North Berkeley Imports.

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Marleen kindly prepared the Puligny bottles for us, applying the labels...

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Then affixing the foil cap. We asked her to sign the labels for a delightful keepsake for us.

We then cycled from Volnay through Pommard to ensure we returned to the bicycle shop before it closed at 6pm.

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Chris and I pose for a photo.

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My favorite shot.

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Some beautiful vineyards along the way into Pommard.

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Pommard vineyards.

Horses plowing the Volnay vineyards
Horses plowing the vineyards.

Wednesday we started at Domaine Couvent with Paul, the next generation winemaker hosting us. He tasted us on 2022 Bourgogne Cote d’ Or Les Jumelles Pinot Noir, Gevrey-Chambertin Clos du Couvent Monopole, Chambolle-Musigny Les Quarante Ouvrees and Gevery-Chambertin La Romanee Monopole 1er Cru.

Paul from Domaine Couvent talking to us about the wines
Paul from Domaine Couvent talking to us about their wines.

Domaine Couvent wine barrels
Domaine Couvent Barrels.

We then took a 14-minute taxi from Nuits Saint Georges to Gevrey Chambertin, where we enjoyed a satisfying lunch at Les Griottes. With some extra time afterward, my friend Joyce and I visited the Gevrey-Chambertin Tourist Office. We were thoroughly impressed by the extensive information on vineyard practices and winemaking, along with displays showcasing soil samples of chalk and various types of limestone found in the area.

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Gevrey Chambertine Vineyards.

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Gevrey Chambertine Vineyards.

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Gevrey Chambertine Vineyards.

Later, we met up with our friends who had just arrived from Paris to join our trip. Together, we headed to Domaine Lucien Boillot et Fils. We revisited Lucien Boillot et Fils (we visited the weekend of March 22nd), where Pierre hosted us and offered a tasting of his 2023 Pinot Noirs straight from the barrel. It was a delightful preview of wines that will grace restaurant menus in two years. While Domaine Lucien Boillot et Fils typically don’t offer consumer tastings, Sophie, Pierre’s wife, has made an exception for WineRelease subscribers. I highly recommend including them in your Burgundy itinerary.

Pierre thieving wine for us
Pierre thieving wine for us.

One of our gourmet dinners during this trip was at Le Bistro de L’Hotel, where we dined in March. The restaurant is renowned for its incredibly tasty "Poularde de Bresse" chicken. We ordered both their 'aged' and regular chicken, and while both were amazing, the regular chicken received slightly more votes. Their wine list, which is two inches thick, includes some excellent bargains. We invited Sophie, Pierre, and their daughter Camille to join us (Cami had worked at Sapiens for a summer while attending college) and they brought a magnum of their wine to share. We all had a fantastic time.

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Our waiter carving one of our chickens at Le Bistro de L’Hotel.

On Thursday we started our day at Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini where we tasted their newly labeled 2022 wines. A great way to start the day.

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Our tasting line up.

For lunch we went to Morey-Saint-Denis at Castel De Tres Girard before walking to our next tasting at Domaine Arlaud.

I visited Domaine Arlaud back in 2000 with my friend Nick Ramkowsky, who worked with North Berkeley Imports. I remember buying three cases of their red wines and enjoying those wines for years. On this trip, Marius treated us to tastings of unlabeled 2022 bottles (also known as 'shiners') including their Bourgogne Roncevie, Morey St Denis Village, Morey 1er Cru Aux Cheseaux, Morey 1er Cru Les Ruchots, Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, Charmes Chambertin Grand Cru, and their new label, Bourgogne Chardonnay Scritch. The latter name refers to the grating sound reminiscent of chalk scratching on a chalkboard.

Marius Orega from Domaine Arlaud
Marius Orega took us through Arlaud's 2022 wines.

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Our crew gathers around the tasting table.

Arlaud first set of wines to taste
Arlaud first set of wines to taste.

Arlaud second set of wines to taste
Arlaud second set of wines to taste.

At Magnien we tasted mature vintages 2019 Puligny-Montrachet Meix, 2019 Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Sentiers, 2019 Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Les Ruchots, 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Cazetiers, 2015 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru Aux Mazoyeres and their 2019 Gevrey-Chambertin Champs Chenys.

Magnien concrete eggs and clay amphora wine aging vessels
At Domaine Michel Magnien they are big believers in little to no oak as they use concrete eggs and clay amphora wine aging vessels.

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More oak alternative vessels.

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And even more oak alternative vessels.

Domaine Michel Magnien clay and wood
Domaine Michel Magnien clay and wood.

Back labels personalized for North Berkeley Imports
Back labels personalized for North Berkeley Imports.

Back labels personalized for North Berkeley Imports
We listened intently to learn more about the wines.

On Friday my friends Travis, Emily, Joyce and I went to Puligny-Montrachet and tasted at Chanzy and had lunch at Le Bistro d'Olivier Leflaive, and we met him, Olivier Leflaive.

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Me, Emily and Joyce walking through Puligny vineyards.

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Walking the vineyards of Puligny.

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Puligny Vineyards.

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3 of the 7 wines we tried. And by the way, the food was excellent.

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Me, Joyce, Olivier Leflaive, Emily and Travis.

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Olivier Leflaive Price List.

And last, but not least, I took a very educational cooking class “Mastering Classic French Sauces” in Paris offered by La Cuisine Paris (https://lacuisineparis.com), that I wish I had taken years ago. I’ve taken a lot of cooking classes, but this class will be the most useful. In this three-hour class, we learned to make two classic cold sauces; French Vinaigrette and Mayonnaise and also made three classic French sauces; Bechamel Sauce, Port Wine Sauce, Bearnaise Sauce and Red Wine and Shallot Sauce and we finished with two dessert sauces; Caramel au Beurre sale and classic chocolate. When I first read we would be learning a French vinaigrette I thought to myself “I already know how to make a vinaigrette” but boy was I wrong. Granted my vinaigrette was good but learning how/when to whisk vs mix and how to tell when you have the right amount of oil/salt/pepper is extremely helpful. I added the class to my Paris Recommendation document so download it if you haven’t already.

And now, onto the wine releases...

May 2024 Wine Releases
  • Alloro Vineyard; 2023 Laurelwood District Estate Vineyard Bianco di Nero Pinot Noir ($45), 2023 Laurelwood District Estate Riesling ($45), 2023 Laurelwood District Estate Vineyard Primavera Chardonnay ($45)
  • Alta Colina Vineyard & Winery; 2023 Paso Robles Grenache Blanc (250 cases, $48), 2022 Paso Robles 12 O'Clock High Viognier (170 cases, $48), 2023 Paso Robles Carbonic Grenache (170 cases, $38), 2021 Paso Robles GSM Grenache/Mourvedre/Syrah (500 cases, $68), 2021 Paso Robles Old 900 Syrah (230 cases, $68)
  • Andis Wines; 2022 Sierra Foothills Oleta-Codevilla Vineyard Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (193 cases, $40)
  • Aptos Vineyard; 2023 Grenache Rose
  • Arbor Crest Wine Cellars; 2023 Estate Rose ($18)
  • Argot Wines; 2022 Sonoma County Bennett Valley Simpatico Ranch Chardonnay, 2022 Russian River Valley Kanzler Vineyard Pinot Noir
  • Argyle Winery; 2023 Willamette Valley Estate Reserve Pinot Noir/Chardonnay/Pinot Meunier Rose ($32)
  • Ashes & Diamonds; 2023 Napa Valley Oak Knoll District No 2 Chardonnay ($50)
  • Atticus Estate Vineyard & Winery; 2022 Yamhill-Carlton Atticus Vineyard Pinot Noir (180 cases, $60)
  • Beckmen Vineyards; 2023 Santa Barbara County Ballard Canyon Purisima Mountain Vineyard Grenache Rose (775 cases, $30)
  • Bella Luna Estate Winery; 2023 Central Coast Bella Bianca Sauvignon Blanc/Chenin Blanc (188 cases, $36), 2023 San Luis Obispo Coast Oliver's Vineyard Chardonnay (113 cases, $45)
  • Bella Vineyards; 2023 RU Grenache Blanc
  • Belle Pente Vineyard & Winery; 2019 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (189 cases, $60), 2021 Yamhill-Carlton Pinot Noir (406 cases, $35)
  • Black Hills Estate Winery; 2022 Okanagan Valley Syrah/Grenache Rose ($30)
  • Bread & Butter Wines; 2022 Sliced Chardonnay ($16)
  • Broc Cellars; 2023 Mendocino County Fox Hill Vineyard Negroamaro ($32), 2023 Mendocino County Fox Hill Vineyard Arneis ($36),2023 Amore Blendo Grignolino/Erbaluce/Nebbiolo/Dolcetto/Freisa/Montepulciano ($30)
  • Bryn Mawr Vineyards; 2023 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Rose ($30)
  • Cain Vineyard and Winery; 2023 Eco Terreno Vineyard Old Vine OTO Sauvignon Blanc ($52)
  • Cakebread Cellars; 2023 North Coast Sauvignon Blanc ($30), 2022 North Coast Rubaiyat Red Blend ($45)
  • Calcareous Vineyard; 2022 Paso Robles Grenache (600 cases, $60)
  • Carboniste; 2023 Gomes Vineyard Octopus Albarino Sparkling Wine, 2023 Mackerel, V20 Brut
  • Casino Mine Ranch; 2023 Reserve Vermentino/Grenache Noir Rose ($38)
  • Celestial Hill Vineyard; 2023 Kendall Grace Vineyard Pinot Noir Rose, 2022 Henri's Second Chance Rose
  • Ceritas Wines; 2022 Sonoma Coast TBH Chardonnay, 2022 Sonoma Coast Zephyr Chardonnay, 2022 Santa Cruz Mountains Trout Gulch Pinot Noir, 2022 West Sonoma Coast Hellenthal Old Shop Block Pinot Noir
  • Chanin; 2022 Santa Barbara County Sta. Rita Hills Zotovich Vineyard Chardonnay ($62), 2022 Santa Barbara County Sta. Rita Hills Zotovich Vineyard Pinot Noir ($67)
  • Chateau Ste Michelle; 2022 Columbia Valley Light Sauvignon Blanc ($13), 2022 Columbia Valley Horse Heaven Hills Light Chardonnay ($13)
  • Clarice Wine Company; 2021 Sonoma County Russian River Valley Babs Pinot Noir ($25)
  • Colloca Estate Winery; 2023 New York Melia Eris Cayuga White/LaCrescent/Frontenac Gris/Marquette/Frontenac Rose (100 cases)
  • Concannon Vineyard; 2023 Livermore Valley Reserve Petite Sirah Rose (467 cases, $28)
  • Cornerstone Cellars; 2021 Sta. Rita Hills Fiddlestix Vineyard Pinot Noir (400 cases, $75)
  • Crosby Roamann; 2023 Napa Valley Bon Ton Petit Sirah/Merlot/Grenache Rose ($18)
  • de Negoce; 2021 Sonoma County Dry Creek Valley Lot 466 Zinfandel ($15)
  • Del Dotto Vineyards; 2022 Napa Valley Sangiovese ($68), 2022 Napa Valley Calistoga BDX Red Wine Blend Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc ($95), 2022 Napa Valley Zinfandel ($58)
  • Devium; 2022 Walla Walla Valley Les Collines White Wine Roussanne/Grenache Blanc/Viognier ($28)
  • Domaine Divio; 2023 Willamette Valley Pinot Beurot (350 cases, $32)
  • Domaine Serene; NV R XVI Rose ($44)
  • Early Mountain Vineyards; 2022 Virginia Young Red Wine Chambourcin/Vidal Blanc ($25), 2022 Virginia Young White Wine Vidal Blanc ($24)
  • Flat Rock Cellars; 2023 VGA Niagara Peninsula Pink Twisted Rose
  • Forman Vineyards; 2023 Napa Valley Estate Vineyard Chardonnay ($60)
  • Galante Vineyards; 2022 Monterey County Carmel Valley Legacy Red Wine (210 cases), 2022 Monterey County Carmel Valley Blackjack Pasture Cabernet Sauvignon (200 cases), 2022 Monterey County Carmel Valley Red Rose Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (380 cases), 2022 Monterey County Carmel Valley The Bold Ones Super Tuscan (490 cases)
  • Gandona Estate; 2021 Meia Cabernet Franc (85 cases)
  • Gundlach Bundschu Winery; 2023 Sonoma Valley Tempranillo Rose
  • Haynes Vineyard; 2021 Vigneron Chardonnay, 2021 Forgeron Chardonnay, 2021 Napa Valley Coombsville Corazon Chardonnay
  • Helvetia Winery; 2023 Estate Pinot Noir Rose
  • Highway 12 Winery; 2020 Private Reserve Cabernet Franc ($48)
  • House of Smith; 2020 Sixto Uncovered Chardonnay ($30)
  • Hyatt Vineyards; 2022 Estate Vineyards Malbec (500 cases, $35)
  • Iron Hub Winery; 2021 Sierra Foothill Chardonnay ($34)
  • J Wrigley Vineyards; 2022 Yamhill County McMinnville Proposal Block Estate Pinot Noir ($82)
  • K Vintners; 2021 Walla Walla Valley Powerline Vineyard The Boy Grenache ($50), 2021 Walla Walla Valley The Deal Syrah ($35), 2021 Walla Walla Valley Phil Lane Syrah ($75)
  • Keplinger Wines; 2022 Sonoma County Russian River Valley Zio Tony Vineyard Chardonnay
  • Kerr Cellars; 2023 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc ($40)
  • La Frenz; 2023 Rose, 2023 Naramata Bench Wits End Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc ($25.50), 2023 Naramata Bench Freedom 75 Vineyard Clone 21B Riesling ($22.50), 2023 Naramata Bench Rockyfeller Vineyard Clone 49 Riesling ($22.50), 2023 Naramata Bench Freedom 75 Vineyard Chardonnay ($25.50), 2023 Naramata Bench Wits End Vineyard Viognier ($25.50), 2023 Naramata Bench Freedom 75 Vineyard Alexandria Muscat/Schonberger ($25.50), 2023 Naramata Bench Desperation Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir Rose ($25.50), 2022 Naramata Bench Desperation Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir ($30.50), 2021 Naramata Bench Rockyfeller Vineyard Syrah ($32.50), 2021 Naramata Bench Rockyfeller Vineyard Malbec ($32.50), 2021 Rattlesnake Vineyard Merlot ($32.50), 2021 Rockyfeller Vineyard Cabernets Cabernet Franc/Cabernet Sauvignon ($33.50)
  • La Pelle; 2022 Santa Maria Valley Bien Nacido Block X Syrah ($65), 2022 Santa Maria Valley Bien Nacido Block I Chardonnay ($65)
  • La Sirena; 2023 Moscato Azul Muscat Canelli (462 cases, $34)
  • LaStella Winery; 2023 Okanagan Valley Lastellina Rose ($25)
  • Lewis Cellars; 2022 Napa Valley Debbie's Cuvee Sauvignon Blanc ($60)
  • Longboard Vineyards; 2022 Sonoma County Russian River Valley Sunset Cuvee Brut Chardonnay/Pinot Noir/Pinot Meunier (88 cases, $56)
  • Lorenza; 2023 Clements Hills Terra Alta Vineyard Sparkling Picpoul Blanc (102 cases, $40)
  • Lynmar Estate; 2023 Sonoma County Russian River Valley Estate Pinot Noir Rose (485 cases, $35)
  • Marilyn Wines; 2022 Napa Valley Marilyn Merlot ($50)
  • McCarter Cellars; 2023 Rose
  • McCollum Heritage 91; 2023 Willamette Valley MH91 Pinot Noir Rose ($33)
  • Medlock Ames; 2020 Sonoma County Russian River Valley Brut Chardonnay/Pinot Noir Sparkling Wine (333 cases, $75)
  • Melville Vineyards and Winery; 2023 Santa Barbara County Sta. Rita Hills Estate Chardonnay ($44)
  • Michael~David Vineyards; 2023 Lodi Misfits & Mavens Carbonic Carignane ($26)
  • Miner Family Vineyards; 2023 Mendocino Gibson Ranch Rosato Sangiovese Rose (556 cases, $30)
  • Morgan Winery; 2022 Santa Lucia Highlands Twelve Clones Pinot Noir ($39)
  • Neal Family Vineyards; 2023 Napa Valley Rutherford Dust Estate Grown Albarino, 2023 Napa Valley Rutherford Dust Estate Grown Vermentino ($42), 2022 Napa Valley Rutherford Dust Estate Grown Zinfandel ($48)
  • Ojai Vineyard; 2022 Sta. Rita Hills Fe Ciega Devoto Pinot Noir (199 cases, $64), 2022 Sta. Rita Hills Fe Ciega Discipulo Pinot Noir (277 cases, $56), 2022 Sta. Rita Hills Kessler-Haak Pinot Noir (322 cases, $56), 2022 Santa Barbara County Puerta Del Mar Pinot Noir (109 cases, $56)
  • ONX Wines; 2023 Paso Robles Templeton Gap Field Day Sauvignon Blanc ($32), 2023 Paso Robles Templeton Gap Estate Vineyard Tracing Paper Tempranillo ($40)
  • Pedroncelli Winery & Vineyards; 2022 Sonoma County Dry Creek Valley Mother Clone Zinfandel
  • PerUs; 2022 Lyla Merlot/Cabernet Franc/Cabernet Sauvignon (200 cases), 2022 Sage Ridge Vineyard Janeen Cabernet Sauvignon (50 cases, $195)
  • Pike Road Wines; 2021 Willamette Valley Sparkling Pinot Noir/Chardonnay/Gewurztraminer/Muscat/Riesling Rose ($20)
  • Quails' Gate Winery; 2023 Okanagan Valley Lucy's Block Rose Pinot Noir/Pinot Meunier Rose ($30)
  • Rain Dance; 2023 Chehalem Mountains Laurelwood District Grand Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir Rose (253 cases, $32), 2023 Chehalem Mountains Laurelwood District Grand Oak Vineyard Riesling (144 cases, $32), 2023 Chehalem Mountains Laurelwood District Grand Oak Vineyard Gewurztraminer (185 cases, $32), 2022 Chehalem Mountains Estate Pinot Noir Cuvee (268 cases, $45), 2022 Chehalem Mountains Laurelwood District Grand Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (194 cases, $60)
  • Rasa Vineyards; 2022 Occam's Razor Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022 Occam's Razor Whites, 2022 Founders Reserve Private Label IX Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Syrah/Cabernet Franc (369 cases, $26)
  • Relic; 2023 Vermentino, 2022 Napa Valley Los Carneros Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (48 cases), 2021 Napa Valley Calistoga Alfred Frediani Vineyard Old Vines Petite Sirah (24 cases), 2021 Napa Valley Calistoga Alfred Frediani Vineyard Field Blend (52 cases), 2021 Napa Valley Calistoga La Place Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (150 cases)
  • Road 13 Vineyards; 2023 Rose (514 cases, $28)
  • Robert Mondavi Winery; 2021 Napa Valley Oakville To Kalon Vineyard Ode to Soul Proprietary Red Wine Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc/Petit Verdot ($275)
  • Robert Sinskey Vineyards; 2018 Los Carneros Orgia Pinot Gris ($45)
  • Salvestrin Wine Company; 2022 Napa Valley St. Helena Dr Crane Vineyard Petite Sirah ($72), 2022 Napa Valley St. Helena Dr Crane Vineyard Sangiovese ($72)
  • Sky Vineyards; 2016 Napa Valley Mt.Veeder Zinfandel (200 cases, $46)
  • Sokol Blosser Winery; 2023 Willamette Valley Eola-Amity Hills Lone Star Riesling ($35), 2023 Dundee Hills Estate Müller-Thurgau ($35), 2023 Willamette Valley Croft Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc ($35)
  • Southbrook Vineyards; 2021 VGA Niagra Peninsula Triomphe Riesling ($25), 2019 VGA Niagra Peninsula Triomphe Chardonnay ($27), 2021 VGA Niagra Peninsula Triomphe Cabernet Franc Rose ($24), NV VGA Niagra Peninsula Triomphe Sparkling Chardonnay Musque Rose ($30), 2021 VQA Ontario Triomphe Orange Skin-Fermented Chardonnay Musque/Vidal ($30), 2019 VGA Niagra Peninsula Cabernet Franc ($27), 2021 VGA Niagra Peninsula Triomphe Cabernet Sauvignon ($30), 2020 VGA Niagra Peninsula Gamay ($29), 2019 ($28) VGA Niagra Peninsula Triomphe Merlot ($28)
  • St. Amant Winery; 2022 Lodi Mohr-Fry Ranches Petite Sirah
  • Steven Kent Winery; 2021 Livermore Valley The Premier Cabernet Sauvignon (125 cases, $135)
  • Stones; 2021 Chardonnay
  • Talley Vineyards; 2023 Arroyo Grande Valley Grenache Rose ($34), 2022 Arroyo Grande Valley Estate Grown Grenache ($60)
  • Tantalus Vineyards; 2023 Lab Riesling (285 cases, $22)
  • The Grange of Prince Edward Estate Winery; 2023 VQA Prince Edward County Estate Vineyard Series Victoria Block Rose ($24)
  • The Prisoner; 2023 Napa Valley Domaine Curry Sauvignon Blanc ($45)
  • The Terraces; 2023 Carignan Pet Nat ($48)
  • The Vineyard House; 2020 Napa Valley Oakville Chardonnay (194 cases, $95)
  • Thirty-Seven Wines; 2022 Sonoma County Petaluma Gap Essential Pinot Noir Rose ($26)
  • Torrin; 2021 San Luis Obispo Spanish Springs Lagom Chardonnay (323 cases, $85), 2021 Santa Barbara County Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir (167 cases, $85)
  • Tranche Cellars; 2023 Yakima Valley Pink Pape Rose ($25), 2021 Walla Walla Valley Blue Mountain Estate Pape Blanc Picpoul/Roussanne/Clairette Blanche/Grenache Blanc/Viognier/Marsanne ($30), 2021 Walla Walla Valley Blue Mountain Estate Grenache/Syrah/Cinsaut/Mourvedre ($40)
  • Twomey Cellars; 2022 Sonoma County Russian River Valley Pinot Noir ($62)
  • Ty Caton Vineyards; 2022 Sonoma County Moon Mountain District Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Varnum Vintners; 2023 Willamette Valley Albarino ($28), 2023 Willamette Valley White Wine ($12 per 375ml), 2023 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir ($15 per 375ml), 2022 Cuddihy Red Cap Riesling, 2022 Brut Rose, 2022 Block Party, 2022 Willamette Valley Porch Party Sparkling Red Wine ($12), 2021 Namaste Pinot Noir, 2021 Tempranillo, 2020 Namaste Blanc de Blanc Chardonnay (10 cases, $50), NV Porch Pop, NV Porch Zero.5, NV Brut Zero
  • Villa San-Juliette Winery; 2023 Grenache Rose
  • Vinoce; 2023 California Sauvignon Blanc ($35)
  • Vinos Finos de California; 2023 Sabroso Grenache/Cabernet Pfeffer/Zinfandel/Barbera/Ruche ($28)
  • Wayfarer; 2023 Sonoma County Fort Ross-Seaview WF2 Rose ($30)
  • Westrey Wines; 2021 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir ($28), 2021 Willamette Valley Yamhill-Carlton Carlton Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir ($45), 2021 Willamette Valley Nadja Pinot Noir ($55), 2023 Willamette Valley Chehalem Mountains Seven-And-A-Half-Shovelsful Pinot Noir Rose
  • Wishlist Wines; 2023 Paso Robles Temprarillo/Syrah Rose (250 cases, $30)

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