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2008 Mark Herold “Acha” California Red. This Tempranillo, Graciano, Grenache, Carignan and Petite Sirah blend is Spanish influenced with a decidedly California soul shinning through, oh yes, it is super…

2011 Domaine Faury, Condrieu, Northern Rhone, France. This ultra refined and pleasing Viognier is simply gorgeous with fresh layers of fruit, liquid mineral and texture, this is a positively thrilling…

2011 Anam Cara Cellars, Gewürztraminer Nicholas Estate, Chehalem Mountains Oregon (Late Harvest) Dessert Wine. This stunning sweet wine was a huge surprise, it has amazing lift and drive with sublime…

2012 Ameztoi, Rose Getariako Txakolina, Rubentis, Basque Wine, Spain. Wild old school Basque rose with a light fizz almost and bracing acidity, the 2012 Ameztoi pink is super fresh and…

2012 County Line, Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast. Eric Sussman’s second label (Radio Coteau his first) County Line is a great label for high quality and value, and his 2012 County…

2010 Domaine Andre Perret, Saint-Joseph “Les Grisieres” Northern Rhone, France. This glorious old school Syrah from Perret is a classic with beautiful detailed fruit, spice, earth, lift and balance. The…

2011 Regis Minet, Pouilly-Fume Vieilles Vignes, Loire Valley, France. Don’t miss this Sauvignon Blanc, this is the real deal, and another great discovery from the guys at Kermit Lynch in…

2011 Guimaro, Ribeira Sacra Mencia Joven, Galicia Spain. This beautiful and spicy red from Spain’s northwest is made from the Mencia grape which has similar qualities to Cabernet Franc and…

2012 McKinlay, Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, Oregon. Matt Kinne’s McKinlay Vineyards have been around since 1989 and while not well known, are making some of the best value Pinot Noir…

2008 Marco de Bartoli, Zibibbo Integer, IGT, Dry White Wine, Sicily, Italy. This very exotic white comes from Marsala and is made from the Zibibbo grape, which is related to…