Beginning of Year, End of Vintage Sale

This week’s tasting features six fantastic wines for 25% off or more!

Altes Herencia Garnatxa Blanca 2014
Terra Alta, Spain. 100% Garnatxa Blanca (white Grenache). “A short maceration on skins is followed by pressing and fermentation. The wines spend 2 months on fine lees to gain texture and complexity.Very aromatic with notes of melon and white fruits on nose. On the palate it is balanced with a medium body and a nice crisp freshness. Pairs well with simple tapas and grilled squid.” Regular $8.99, SALE $5.99

Neil Ellis Sincerely Chardonnay 2014
Western Cape, South Africa. “Sourced from a multi-blend vineyard in the Western Cape region. Soils mostly decomposed granite and shale. Left on the lees for 6 months before blending and bottling. Attractive green tints. Tight lemon and lime aromas with green apple notes. A focused palate with citrus fruit and an elegant long finish.” Regular $10.99, SALE $7.99

Esporao Blanco Reserva 2013
Alentejo, Portugal. “A blend of 30% Antao Vaz, 30% Arinto, 30% Roupeiro, and 10% Semillon that aged in stainless steel tanks and in new french and american oak barrels for 6 months. Average age of vines: 18 years. Rich and intense with notes of orange and peach, well integrated with subtle toasty oak. Creamy texture, well balanced, good fruit depth, minerality, long, complex and fresh finish.” Regular $18.99, SALE $13.99

Esporao Tinto Reserva 2012
Alentejo, Portugal. “A blend of 40% Aragonez, 30% Alicante Bouschet, 20% Trincadeira, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Silky, elegant red with berried fruits, rich and complex palate and well integrated new oak. David Baverstock, the godfather of modern Portuguese wines, is the winemaker here.” Regular $24.99, SALE $16.99

Fronton de Oro Tinto 2012
Gran Canaria (Canary Islands). “A blend of 90% Listán Negro with the rest a field blend of Tintilla, Listan Blanco and Negramoll raised for three months in used American oak barrels (about 7-8 years old on average). The vast majoirty of these grapes come from owned vineyards around the property but a tiny amount is purchased from Pedro’s father in law.” Regular $18.99, SALE $14.25

Domaine Lombard La Cote 2013
Brezeme, Rhone Valley, France. “A blend of 90% Syrah and 10% Viognier. Has a peppery, upfront nose, road tar, typical northern Syrah aroma. The palate is also lively, bears running fruit with saline qualities. There is lots to like here, can be drunk solo, is bang on for grilled foods. There is a hint of fresh black pepper, and a touch of violet on the exit.” Regular $14.99, SALE $9.99