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The 2011 Chateau Montelena, a distinguished wine, presents a composition of 99% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Cabernet Franc...
01/01/2026

The 2011 Chateau Montelena, a distinguished wine, presents a composition of 99% Cabernet Sauvignon and 1% Cabernet Franc, garnering a Vinous rating of 94 for its outstanding balance and refinement. This wine exhibits complex layers of dark cherry, plum, lavender, clove, and licorice flavors. Although the 2011 vintage is characterized as lighter, it has matured with poise, retaining sufficient freshness to ensure its enduring quality and delivering a superior drinking experience.

Corazon del Sol 2020Crafted by Corazón de sol, founded by dr Mandaiah Revana, located in Los Chacayes IG within the Uco ...
08/05/2025

Corazon del Sol 2020

Crafted by Corazón de sol, founded by dr Mandaiah Revana, located in Los Chacayes IG within the Uco Valley.-elevated vineyards at 3,300-3,600 feet offering intense sunlight and cool nights. 100% Malbec sourced from old massale-selection vines planted in ancient Riverbend soils farmed organically and sustainably.
This Malbec features floral, blackberry, plum, mocha, dark chocolate, along with forest floor nuances and smooth and chewy tannins.

Pairing: lamb, games meats, grilled beef, mushrooms or strong cheese.

ZD Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2022.Produce by ZD Wines, a family run winery based in Rutherford, Napa Valley, using ...
08/05/2025

ZD Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2022.
Produce by ZD Wines, a family run winery based in Rutherford, Napa Valley, using 100%certified organic grapes sourced from small vineyards across Napa.
88%Cabernet Sauvignon and 12%Petit Verdot. Aged in American Oak for 2 years.

Deep ruby with violet highlights. Nose: cassis, anise, cola, black cherry pie, baking spice, cedar, vanilla, and mocha. Palate: black and forward red amd dark fruit with balanced tannins, lingering flavors of blackberry, cocoa, and toast oak. Long finish
You can drink now or keep it for 5 years more.

Producer: Emiliano Falsini is a noted Tuscan-born consulting enologist turned estate winemaker. Since 2019, he has been ...
08/04/2025

Producer: Emiliano Falsini is a noted Tuscan-born consulting enologist turned estate winemaker. Since 2019, he has been crafting wines under his own label from organically farmed vineyards in Castagneto Carducci (Tuscany) and Feudo Pignatone (Etna).
Limite is a 100% Cabernet Franc IGT Costa Toscana. It comes from ~ 30-year-old vines at 100–120 m elevation along the Tuscan coast. Grapes were hand‑harvested on September 20, 2020 (yield ≈ 800 g per vine), then spontaneously fermented with ~30–35% whole clusters in small open vessels with daily punch‑downs lasting ~16 days. Aged ~10 months in new oak barrels before bottling on September 1, 2021.

“ripe blackberry, blackcurrant, grilled herb, crushed granite and pencil shaving… medium‑bodied with fine tannins… vivid finish with excellent length.” It’s described as deeply varietal yet full of Tuscan personality.

Pairings: Excellent with beef, venison, aged cheeses or richer game, helping balance its fruit and tannin profile.

Available at Stake Chophouse Coronado

The 2020 Marques de Casa Co**ha Carmenere brings both quality and value, food friendly style. It capture the character o...
08/04/2025

The 2020 Marques de Casa Co**ha Carmenere brings both quality and value, food friendly style. It capture the character of Chile's signature grape-rich dark fruit with a spicy, herbal edge and harmonious structure.
A standout expression from the storied Peumo Vineyard in Chile's Cachapoal Valley.
Producer Co**ha y Toro. Typically 88% carmenere with about 12% Cabernet Sauvignon.

Deep violet-ruby hue color. Aromas: tipe black plum, black currant, dark chocolate, violets, roasted red peppers. Palate: medium-plus bodied with juicy dark fruit. Notes of cassis, red currants, herbaceous undertones tea leaf, forest floor, black pepper amd hint of smoke.
Structure: smooth velvety tannins balanced by lively acidity; rich creamy finish with spice and herbal notes.

Food pairing: roasted grill meats, smoked and BBQ dishes, mature cheese like aged gouda, manchego, aged cheddar, spicy forward cuisine.
You can drinking it now or wait 4-6 years more..

Margaux de Brane - The second Wine of Château Brane-Cantenac.Château Brane-Cantenac is a distinguished Deuxième Cru Cla...
08/03/2025

Margaux de Brane - The second Wine of Château Brane-Cantenac.

Château Brane-Cantenac is a distinguished Deuxième Cru Classe estate in Margaux, owned by Lurton family since the 1920's and currently managed by Henri Lurton.

Margaux de Brane represents the estates second wine made from younger plots primarily sourced from terrace 3 & 5- lighter amd more approachable in style compared to the Gran Vin and the second wine Barin de Brane.
Typically composed of 55-60 merlot and 45-40% cabernet Sauvignon; some vintages include small amounts of Cabernet Franc or Petit Verdot. Vinified in stainless steel or concrete, then age in oak barrels often 30%new oak for about 12 months for structure while retaining vibrancy and freshness.

Medium ruby color, with notes of blackberry, cassis, sage, graphite, with orange zest and herbaceous lift. Palate medium intensity, elegant. Ripe red and black fruit, subtle spice, minty brightness; supported by fine-grained tannins amd refreshing acidity.

Pairing Roasted lamb or juicy steak, beef stews or rich ragu. Aged cheeses like manchego or gruyere. Herb-forward charcuterie and tomato-base fare.
Deink now or give it 3 to 6 years more.

Viña Alberdi Reserva 2020100%Tempranillo sourced from estate vineyards in Rioja Alta, grown on chalky-clay soil at 500-6...
08/02/2025

Viña Alberdi Reserva 2020

100%Tempranillo sourced from estate vineyards in Rioja Alta, grown on chalky-clay soil at 500-600m elevation. Hand-harvested, destemmed and fermented in stainless steel, follow by 2 years aging in American Oak barrels (first year new oak, second is use).

Deep garnet-ruby color. Nose: explosive red-fruit aromas (raspberries, wild strawberries, red currants) so.enbalsamic notes like vanilla, caramel, toffee and roaster coffee.
Palate: balanced, medium body with fine, silky tannins. Long finish where the red fruit and balsamic flavors reappear elegantly.

Pairing: rice dishes, pasta, stews, grilled or lightly-marinated meat.
You can drink now or save for 6 or 8 years more.

Louis Latour Meursault blanc 2019 (village level)Pale golden yellow with brilliant clarity. Elegant and expressive nose,...
08/01/2025

Louis Latour Meursault blanc 2019 (village level)

Pale golden yellow with brilliant clarity. Elegant and expressive nose, yellow fruits like pear, peach, apricot, brioche, hints of vanilla and some oak spices. Mineral expression like wet stone and some light white flowers.
Palate: medium to full bodied with smooth creamy texture, ripe pear, apple, and citrus zest. Toasted almonds, vanilla, butterscotch, medium + acidity and long mineral finish.

A classic villages Meursault with richness, structure and finesse. The oak is present but integrated, allowing the fruit and minerality to shine. You can drink now or keep it 4 -6 years.

Buffalo Trace Distillery recently unveiled Weller 18 Year Old, the oldest age-stated whiskey released under the Weller l...
07/31/2025

Buffalo Trace Distillery recently unveiled Weller 18 Year Old, the oldest age-stated whiskey released under the Weller label to date. This release comes as part of Buffalo Trace's continued exploration into wheat whiskey production, a legacy started by William Larue Weller himself in 1847, who pioneered using wheat instead of rye in the mash bill, resulting in a smoother, sweeter whiskey profile.
Here's a breakdown of the key details:
About Weller 18 Year Old

Type: Ultra-aged Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey.
Proof: 90 proof (45% ABV).
Aging: 18 years.
Distillery: Buffalo Trace Distillery.
Master Distiller: Harlen Wheatley.

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