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Castello di Gabbiano 'Belezza' Gran Selezione, Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy 2012
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Château Patache d'Aux 'Les Chevaux', Médoc, Bordeaux, France 2022
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Chateau St. Jean 'Cinq Cepages' Red Blend, Sonoma County, California 2014
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David Duband Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, Burgundy, France 2021
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Domaine de L'Arlot 'Clos des Forets' 1er Cru, Nuits Saint Georges, Burgundy 2020
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Domaine Dujac Gevrey-Chambertin 'Aux Combottes' 1er Cru, Burgundy, France 2022
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Giovanni Montisci Vino Rosso 'Barrolu', Nebbiolo, Sardinia 2020
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Gramercy Cellars 'Lower East' Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington 2021
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Maître de Chai 'Wilson Vineyard v.22' Sparkling Chenin Blanc, Clarksburg, California 2022
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Manuel Aragón 'Granero' Fino Sherry, Jerez-Xérès-Sherry, Spain NV
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Markou Vineyards 'Vareli' Savatiano, Attiki, Greece 2016
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Monastero Suore Cistercensi 'Coenobium Ruscum' Bianco, Lazio, Italy 2024
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Niepoort 'LBV' Late Bottled Vintage Port, Porto, Portugal 2020 [375ml]
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Paolo Bea 'Arboreus' Trebbiano Spoletino Bianco, Umbria, Italy 2017 *Pre-Arrival*
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Peay Vineyards Pinot Noir, West Sonoma Coast, Sonoma Co., California 2023
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Planeta Rosé Sicilia DOC, Sicily, Italy 2024
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Prà 'Morandina' Amarone della Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy 2018
- $120.00
Graziano Prà is a visionary Veneto producer who transformed his family’s long-held vineyards into one of Italy’s most respected terroir-driven estates. Farming organically from the outset and emphasizing elegance over sheer power, Prà crafts Amarone that balances richness with freshness and precision.
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WINEMAKER: Graziano Prà.
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FARMING: Organically farmed vineyards in Valpolicella since their acquisition.
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VARIETY: Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, and Oseleta.
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TERROIR: Hillside sites in the Mezzane and Tregnago zones with calcareous soils and southeast exposure around 450 m elevation, yielding a refined balance of structure and freshness.
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VINIFICATION: Produced using the traditional appassimento method, where harvested grapes are dried for months to concentrate sugars, tannins, and flavor before fermentation to dryness.
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AGING: Matured in oak for at least two years—often longer—allowing tannins to integrate and complex notes of spice, leather, and dried fruit to emerge.
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TASTING NOTES: Rich yet poised, with layers of dried cherry, plum, cocoa, and warm spice supported by fine tannins and balancing acidity that carries through a long, bittersweet finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with braised meats, game, aged cheeses, or contemplative sipping on its own.
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SCORES: 90 Falstaff points (vintage 2017).
A restrained, distinctly dry Amarone of notable purity and complexity, the Morandina captures the elegance and longevity possible in Valpolicella’s finest hillside terroirs.
Presqu'ile 'SBC' Chardonnay, Santa Barbara Co., California 2023
- $40.00
Presqu'ile Winery, located in the cool-climate region of Santa Maria Valley, focuses on sustainable and organic farming practices. The Murphy family, along with winemaker Dieter Cronje, produces site-specific wines that reflect the unique terroirs of Santa Barbara County.
- WINEMAKER: Dieter Cronje, consulting with Jeremy Seysses of Domaine Dujac.
- FARMING: Sustainable practices, maintaining balance in the ecosystem.
- VARIETY: 100% Chardonnay.
- TERROIR: A blend of grapes from multiple vineyards, including Noth Canyon, Whitehawk, and Cottonwood, grown on sandy loam and sandy soils.
- VINIFICATION: Native yeast fermentation, followed by aging for 6 months in neutral French oak (60%) and stainless steel (30%) to maintain freshness and minerality.
- TASTING NOTES: Bright and refreshing, with flavors of Meyer lemon, citrus peel, and white flowers, balanced by a hint of saline. It’s a medium-bodied, beautifully balanced wine with vibrant acidity.
- SCORES: 91 points – Jeb Dunnuck
Ramey Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, Sonoma Co., California 2023
- $60.00
“Coming from special vineyard sites, our Chardonnays show great depth of flavor, length of finish, aromatic complexity, and a fine balance between richness and delicacy. Typically, the climate is cool and the soil vigor low, producing graceful yet vibrant wines.” – David Ramey
- Farming: Sustainable
- Winemaker: David Ramey, Cameron Frey, Lydia Cummins
- Grape Varieties: 100% Chardonnay
- Terroir / Soils: Cool sites, with low vigor soil such as Goldridge Loam, planted between 1969 and 2006. Planted to a larger-clustered clone such as UC Davis clone 4, or a younger planting of a Wente or Dijon selection. Vineyard sites include Westside Farms, Dutton, Kilcullen, Woolsey Road, and Rochioli Allen.
- Vinification: Whole cluster press for phenolic delicacy. Native-yeast and full native malolactic fermentation take place in barrel, with sur lies bâtonnage. After aging 12 months in 25% new French oak barrels (François Frères, Taransaud Beaune), and 5% Concrete egg, the Chardonnay was traditionally fined for clarity during the following harvest. Bottled unfiltered.
An absolute benchmark for California Chardonnay, Ramey Wine Cellars is a giant in its field. After decades leading winemaking teams for wineries such as Dominus, Chalk Hill and Matanzas Creek, David Ramey began the brand in 1996, setting out to make his personal mark on the wine landscape in California. David’s groundbreaking work with indigenous yeasts, sur lies aging and malolactic and barrel fermentation yielded a new California style that was richer, more lush and silky smooth than previously known. As a result, he created a benchmark style now emulated by many.
Tatomer 'Steinhügel' Riesling, Santa Lucia Highlands, Monterey Co., California 2023
- $26.00
Graham Tatomer has become one of California’s most respected Riesling specialists, working with coastal vineyards that channel the grape’s tension, minerality, and aromatic precision. ‘Vandenberg’ is his flagship dry Riesling, sourced from the wind-beaten Kick-On Ranch—one of the coolest, most exposed vineyards in Santa Barbara County. The result is a Riesling of cut, texture, and striking coastal energy.
WINEMAKER: Graham Tatomer
FARMING: Biodynamic
VARIETY: 100% Riesling
TERROIR: Steinhügel is German for rock pile or cairn. The grapes all come from the La Estancia Vineyard. The vineyard is loaded with decomposed granite from the mountains behind Big Sur. There are two German clones, each with its own picking date and two cuvées. Each pick is separated into two versions: a direct whole cluster pressing and an overnight macerated pressing.
VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested fruit fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel.
AGING: Neutral french oak
TASTING NOTES: It is loaded with generous fruit, layered with long textures, and energized with vibrant acidity and a dry finish.
FOOD PAIRINGS: Ideal with sushi, Thai curries, shellfish, grilled white fish, or fresh chèvre. Also excellent with spicy dishes due to its balance and precision.
Thistledown 'She's Electric' Old Vine Grenache, McLaren Vale, Australia 2023
- $57.00
Thistledown is a small, quality-driven project founded by Masters of Wine Giles Cooke and Fergal Tynan, dedicated to showcasing the elegance and transparency of Australia’s finest Grenache sites. Working with prized old-vine vineyards across McLaren Vale and South Australia, the team crafts vibrant, terroir-focused wines that balance purity of fruit with finesse and structure.
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WINEMAKER: Giles Cooke MW & Fergal Tynan
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FARMING: Sustainable farming from dry-grown old bush vines, many between 35–70 years of age.
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VARIETY: 100% Grenache
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TERROIR: Sourced from old-vine Grenache vineyards across McLaren Vale, where sandy and ironstone-rich soils combined with maritime influences from the Gulf St. Vincent yield expressive fruit with natural freshness and fine tannin structure.
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VINIFICATION: Fermented with native yeasts with a portion of whole bunches to enhance aromatic lift and structural complexity.
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AGING: Matured in neutral oak barrels to preserve vibrancy and site expression.
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TASTING NOTES: Aromas of wild strawberry, raspberry, and rose petal mingle with hints of spice and dried herbs. The palate is bright and energetic, layered with juicy red berries, subtle savory notes, and silky tannins, finishing fresh and lifted.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Grilled lamb, roasted vegetables, Mediterranean dishes, charcuterie, and herb-driven cuisine.
Vinaccio Vino da Tavola Bianco, Terre Siciliane, Sicily, Italy NV
- $16.00
WINEMAKER: Tim Manning
FARMING: Certified Biodynamic; low- and no-sulfur vinification
VARIETY: Grillo
TERROIR: Central and Southern sciliy
VINIFICATION: Skin contact
TASTING NOTES: Bold and deeply golden in color, this savory orange wine has ar aroma of salted apples, baked pear, and dried quince. The palate leans dry and savory, with a notable earthiness and medium tannins.
FOOD PAIRINGS: Rich cheeses, salty snacks (anchovies!)
Vincent Paris 'La Geynale’, Cornas, Rhône Valley, France 2021
- $109.00
- Farming: Biodynamic
- Winemaker/Chef du Cave: Vincent Paris
- Vincent Paris inherited most of his vines (some of which are 100 years old) from his grandfather and also rents vines from his uncle, (Robert Michel). Parcels are along the southeast facing Cornas slope are all farmed biodynamically, total 17 hectares. Vincent is also co-president of the Cornas AOC and recently inherited his uncle’s famed Geynale parcel of exceptionally old vines planted in 1910.
- Grape Varieties: 100% Syrah
- Soil Type: granite
- Vinification/Oak Usage: Hand-harvested, mostly whole cluster vinification in (1/3) stainless steel and (2/3) barrel at low temperatures, using native yeasts. Aged in barrique up to 14-18 months. no fining or filtration prior to bottling.
Walla Walla Vintners Merlot, Walla Walla Valley, WA 2022
- $38.00
Founded in 1995, Walla Walla Vintners is a cornerstone of Washington's Walla Walla Valley, known for producing elegant, age-worthy wines. Under the stewardship of Scott and Nici Haladay since 2017, and with winemaker Derrek Vipond at the helm, the winery continues its commitment to quality and sustainability. The 2022 Merlot exemplifies the estate's dedication to crafting wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Walla Walla Valley.
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WINEMAKER: Derrek Vipond
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FARMING: Sustainable
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VARIETY: 88% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Malbec
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TERROIR: Grapes sourced from the Walla Walla Valley, characterized by its warm days and cool nights, which promote slow ripening and balanced acidity. The region's diverse soils contribute to the complexity and depth of the wine.
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VINIFICATION: Fermented in stainless steel with native yeasts to preserve freshness and varietal character.
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AGING: Aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels for 18 months to enhance structure and integrate flavors: 18 months in 40% new
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TASTING NOTES: The 2022 Merlot offers aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and hints of vanilla. The palate is smooth and full-bodied, with flavors of dark fruit, cocoa, and subtle spice, leading to a long, velvety finish.
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FOOD PAIRINGS: Pairs well with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and aged cheeses.
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SCORES: 92 – Wine Enthusiast (2019 vintage)
- ALCOHOL: 14.9%
From Our 2025 Bottle Cult Notes:
Founded in 1995, Walla Walla Vintners is one of the valley’s pioneering wineries, known for its commitment to crafting expressive, site-driven wines. A distinguished AVA established in 1984, the Walla Walla Valley sits at the border of Washington and Oregon. Now under the stewardship of a new generation of winemakers, the estate continues to honor its legacy while embracing modern sustainability practices. Their estate vineyards lie in the eastern reaches of the Walla Walla Valley AVA, where warm days, cool nights, and wind-blown loess soils create optimal conditions for ripening Bordeaux varieties like Merlot.
Once overlooked in favor of its more famous cousin, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot from Washington has earned a loyal following for its structure, balance, and depth—qualities this bottle delivers in spades. The 2022 vintage, a blend of 88% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 3% Malbec, benefitted from a long, even growing season, resulting in small, concentrated berries and beautifully balanced acidity. Fermented in stainless steel and aged for 18 months in 40% new French oak barrels, this wine is polished yet powerful, capturing both the ripeness of the fruit and the elegance of the terroir.
In the glass, this Merlot opens with aromas of black cherry, dried herbs, and cocoa, with subtle notes of cedar and baking spice from well-integrated oak. On the palate, it’s plush but structured, with fine tannins and a long, savory finish. Rich without being heavy, it’s a versatile red to enjoy now or cellar for a few more years. Pair with grilled lamb chops, mushroom risotto, or a simple wedge of aged cheddar to highlight its savory depth and finesse. —Karen Smith, DECANTsf