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Champalou 2020 Vouvray Sec 2019

$44.99
A delicate straw yellow in colour. Aromas of green apples and quince. Dry, supple and elegant on the palate with further green fruit notes. The crisp finish makes this an ideal food wine. Try with a wild rice salad, escalopes of pork with a fennel and green bean salad or with a simple grilled trout.

Rivolta Coda Di Volpe Sannio Taburno 2017

$44.99
93 pts – “Peach, apricot and minerals on the deep, complex nose. Then rich, dense and tactile, with flavors similar to the aromas on the long, ripe, stony finish. Another smashingly good Coda di Volpe wine by La Rivolta, an estate that has a real knack for this variety and a long history of making outstanding wines with it.” – Ian d’Agata (Vinous)

Padro & Co Rojo Amargo

$44.99
Smooth and full-bodied with fresh sensations of orange, followed by a round, intense palate and reminiscent of tobacco, chinchona bark and honeyed caramel. Vermouth made from a unique infusion of aromatic herbs and aged in the barrel before bottling.

Bodegas Gaintza Getariako Txakolina Aitako 2019

$44.99
85% Hondarrabi Zuri, 15% Chardonnay Fully hand-harvested. Fermentation is mostly in stainless steel at low temperatures to preserve aromas, using natural yeasts. Apple and pineapple aromas. Fresh and mineral with good body, roundness and balance.

Chatelet 2018 Hautes Cotes De Nuits

$44.99
Look for red fruit (strawberry and cherry) and hints of violets and spice. Fine, medium- bodied tannins on the palate with soft and refreshing acidity round out this savoury Burgundian red. Utterly delicious on its own and versatile with food. For wine lovers looking for that rare bottle of Red Burgundy that truly over delivers for the price. This Pinot Noir will stand out on the shelf for being one of the very few offerings under $45.00

Rocim 2021 Alicante Bouschet

$44.99
The wine exhibits a deep, concentrated ruby hue. Its aroma is captivating, showcasing black fruits intertwined with a harmonious minerality, complemented by spicy nuances from barrel aging. With well-structured tannins and balanced acidity, it offers a harmonious palate experience.

Gracelands 2021 ‘Strawberry Fields’ Cabernet Shiraz

$44.99
This wine is an exquisite blend of complexity and grace, boasting prominent fruit aromas reminiscent of blackberries, tart cherries, cassis, and subtle hints of strawberries. Its structure is impeccably balanced, offering a rich, creamy body that envelopes the palate. Velvety in texture, it delivers a mouth-filling experience complemented by harmoniously integrated barrel nuances and undertones of dark chocolate. The ripe tannins reflect the characteristic structure of Shiraz, culminating in a lingering finish that defines elegance reminiscent of Bordeaux-style wines.

Domaine Sohler Zellberg Sylvaner 2019

$45.99
Ample raciness and freshness with floral, acacia and bitter almond notes. A nice length with just a hint of saline and bitterness on the finish.

Domaine Sohler Heissenberg Riesling 2020

$45.99
Pleasant lemon notes with hints of star anise, tempered by a definitive mineral complexity. Coy yet playful, it’s an absolute joy with many dishes.

Real Agrado Reserva Rioja 2014

$46.99
Ruby red colour with garnet hues. Aromas of ripe redberries with light notes of vanilla, chocolate, figs and prunes. Balsamic and mineral hues. Rounded in the palate with good structure and velvety and harmonious character. Long and persistent finish. Perfect with stews, spiced dishes, legumes and cured cheeses.

Baumard Cremant De Loire Rose

$46.99
80% Cabernet Franc, 20% Chenin Blanc "Very pale, bright pink with a steady bead. Shy aromas of strawberry, blood orange, rose and spices, plus a hint of honeysuckle. Very fresh and expansive on the palate, offering pure red fruit and sweet citrus flavors and subtle minerality. The precise, spicy finish leaves dusty mineral and strawberry notes behind."' - Steve Tanzer

La Liquière Faugeres ‘Nos Racines’ 2019

$46.99
120+ Year-Old Carignan. 85% Carignan, 15% Grenache - two plots planted before 1900 The original grape variety of the appellation, Carignan is a testament to the terroir, creating wine with a striking character. Notes of blackberry fruit and black currant, Nos Racines combines concentration and freshness with soft tannins.

Close Lapeyre Jurançon Sec 2019

$46.99
60% Gros Manseng, 25% Petit Manseng and 15% Petit Courbu Filled with tell-tale Jurancon flavours of pineapple and passion fruit, with additional notes of vanilla and spice. This would pair well with medium to full-bodied fish and richer varieties of cheese.

Champalou 2020 Vouvray Fondraux

$47.99
100% Chenin Blanc. A hint of residual sweetness which gives concentration and fullness to the palate. White flowers dominate the nose which helps out its freshness and minerality. Pairs perfectly with seafood and cold dishes.

Rivolta Aglianico Del Taburno 2017

$49.99
100% Aglianico. “Outstanding example of what the Aglianico variety can deliver in the right hands. Ripe red cherry, orange peel and sweet herb aromas. Then rich, fresh and perfumed in the mouth, displaying outstanding cut and clarity to the vibrant red berry and blue fruit flavors. Finishes with a dusting of minerals and botanical herbs. Still very young and will age well.” – 93 Pts, Ian d’Agata (Vinous)