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| Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Reserve Exclusive (750ml) | ||
| Sparkling from Epernay, Champagne, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "Too much of anything is bad, but too much Champagne is just right." Mark Twain While lovers of fine Champagne don’t need an excuse to indulge, this exceptional offer featuring the 92 pt. Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Exclusive Brut N/V will make it especially easy to “pop a cork” and enjoy some bubbly deliciousness at a price worth celebrating (see how we did that?) . Crafted in a style that “above all expresses elegance” according to the Wine Spectator’s Bruce Sanderson, the Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Exclusive Brut offers creamy, fresh fruit on a fine beaded, satiny mousse, one of Champagne’s top values now specially bargain priced for stocking up ahead of the holiday season. Based in Chouilly about 10 minutes from Epernay, Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte is perched on a hill overlooking rolling vineyards, a modern chic welcome center and tasting salon fronting high tech winemaking facilities so large that it also serves as a secondary production and storage site for Moet & Chandon. Known as a flamboyant socialite whose inner circle of high profile friends included the glamourous Hollywood actress Lauren Bacall, entrepreneur Nicolas Feuillatte established the Champagne brand bearing his name in 1976 in partnership with Henri Macquart, founder of the Centre Vinicole de la Champagne, the largest cooperative of growers in the region. Sourced from over 2,100 hectares of vineyards farmed by over 5,000 growers across the appellation, the Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Exclusive Brut is a balanced blend of 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Pinot Meunier and 20% Chardonnay, with aging on the lees for 36 months before bottling yielding a well-balanced Champagne that’s “bright and pillowy” according to the Wine Advocate’s William Kelley, revealing “a fleshy core of fruit and tangy acids” hinting of brioche on an impressive silky finish. Boasting a pleasing “upfront charm” according to Decanter’s Simon Field, the 92 pt. Nicolas Feuillatte Reserve Exclusive Brut is drinking beautifully now, its subtle flavors and delicate bubbles making it the perfect choice as an aperitif and an “easy to reach for” house champagne at bargain pricing. | ||
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| 2023 Diatom Chardonnay (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Santa Barbara, California | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "Bright, aromatic, and vibrant, the 2023 is lights out ... This is a stunning wine for its price." - Antonio Galloni,Vinous Fans of winemaker Greg Brewer won't need convincing to stock up the new vintage of his pure and precise 2023 Diatom Chardonnay. Transparently expressing the essence of fragrant Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay with shimmering minerality on a vibrant, saline finish, it's a “screaming value” according to Jeb Dunnuck. Sourced from low-yielding vines in the the Mission Hills Vineyard in Los Alamos and fermented and matured in 100% stainless steel, the refined 2023 Diatom Chardonnay beautifully balances bright, lively fruit with refreshing, mineral-tinged acidity, reflecting Brewer’s signature style of “vibrant purity and freshness, with plenty of textural richness on the palate” according to Jeb Dunnuck, with a mouthwatering finish that begs for another sip. "A total stunner" per Antonio Galloni's own 94-point review, the 2023 Diatom once again affirms its place as one of the smartest buys in California Chardonnay, at a price that makes it a perfect candidate to stack high and deep by the case. | ||
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| 2011 Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva (750ml) | ||
| Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More A Rioja lover’s dream assortment, these traditionally styled selections from Lopez de Heredia come from one of the region’s most esteemed Bodegas with over a century of expertise as grower-producers, their legendary, long-lived Riojas released only after lengthy aging in their famously moldy and cobweb-laced cellars, perfect for mixing a case or two at a price that “seems like a steal” according to Wine and Spirits. As the last remaining family-run Bodegas in Rioja, winemaking at Lopez de Heredia has remained remarkably unchanged since its inception in 1877, crafting its wines in the Vina Tondonia winery in Haro with only estate-grown fruit, fermenting with natural yeasts and aging for extended periods in wood before bottling without filtration and further aging in the bottle. Summing up the long-lived aging potential of each of these Lopez de Heredia selections, critic Neal Martin declares “a bottle of Lopez de Heredia is an individual and each time you meet, you may see a different side to its personality,” reflecting the pure authenticity, remarkable ageability and striking complexity of these top vintages and promising pleasurable drinking ahead for Rioja fans and Spanish wine collectors who act quickly to secure their picks from this value packed offer. | ||
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| 2020 Vieux Chateau Saint Andre (750ml) | ||
| From Montagne Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More “Exceptionally consistent and impressive” Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux When the headline reads “Petrus Winemaker's Highly Rated Bordeaux for Under $20,” a healthy amount of skepticism is expected, but savvy B-21 Bordeaux fans know the show stopping 94 pt. 2020 Vieux Chateau Saint Andre is the real deal, offering rich black fruit and vibrant acidity with smooth, supple tannins. Produced under “Master of Merlot” Jean-Claude Berrouet, the legendary winemaker at Petrus for 44 vintages and named one of the Top 20 Great Value 2020 Bordeaux by critic Anson, past vintages have sold out at record speed, so while you might be tempted to test the water on this incredible Bordeaux value, my advice is simple - jump in with two feet and grab your stash while you can. Retiring from Petrus in 2007 and handing over the reins to his son Olivier, Jean-Claude Berrouet had quietly been establishing “another” Right Bank chateau in the small and lesser-known Montagne AOC for decades, an area critic Robert Parker asserts produces “some of the deepest, richest wines” among the appellations surrounding Saint-Emilion. Traveling throughout the region for his negociant work at the time, Jean-Claude befriended the owner of a small estate north of the village of St. Emilion, purchasing his original four hectares of vines and producing his first vintage in 1978. Now spanning 12 hectares of sustainably farmed vines, Vieux Chateau Saint Andre’s vineyard is planted mainly to Merlot with around 25% Cabernet Franc in heavy clay soils similar to those of its famous neighbor, boasting unique veins of limestone that add a distinct minerality to the blend. Crafted by Jean-Claude’s “other” winemaker son Jean-Francois, known as “Jeff,” the powerful 2020 Vieux Chateau Saint Andre was aged in 20% new French oak for 12 months, yielding fresh layered fruit and integrated supple tannins, already drinking beautifully and built to age over the next decade or more. Known for producing perfectly balanced wines that reflect their impeccable terroir, patriarch Jean-Claude has mentored hundreds of young winemakers throughout his career, with many going on to produce some of the top wines in the world, including Alvaro Palacios and Daniel Baron of Silver Oak, earning him the 2018 Winemaker’s Winemaker Award from the Institute of Masters of Wine. Reflecting the extraordinary wine making legacy of a Bordeaux legend from a Bordeaux vintage described as “superlative” by James Suckling, the 94 pt. 2020 Vieux Chateau Saint Andre beautifully balances purity of fruit with rich complexity at a price that really is hard to believe, a leap of faith you’ll want to take without hesitation and reap the rewards for years to come. | ||
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| 2020 Avignonesi Grifi (750ml) | ||
| Cabernet Sauvignon from Tuscany, Italy | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More Described by Eric Guido of Vinous as masterful expressions of their Tuscan terroir, these top rated Avignonesi selections range from two 100% Sangiovese wines to a highly rated Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese blend, an array of deliciously savory Tuscan reds crafted near the medieval town of Montepulciano at bargain pricing perfect for mixing a case. After purchasing the historic Avignonesi winery in 2009, energetic owner Virginie Saverys began transforming the estate vineyards to sustainable viticulture while expanding the estate’s holdings to 175 hectares over the next decade, becoming the largest biodynamic certified winery in Italy. Located in Italy’s first and oldest red wine appellation at altitudes ranging up to 375 meters above sea level, the estate’s rolling vineyards in western Tuscany are planted in sedimentary soils of calcareous limestone, clay and sand, each parcel identified through an extensive geographic study and vinified separately in Avignonesi’s state-of-the-art cellars. Crafted from 100% Sangiovese and aged for 6 months in oak barrels, the fresh and juicy 91 pt. 2021 Avignonesi Rosso di Montalcino is described as “a pure expression of the Tuscan grape” by the Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner boasting fragrant, lightly spiced fruit layered with silky tannins on a refined, mineral finish and ready to enjoy over the next five or so years. While many wineries in the region adhere to the minimum 70%, the enticing 94 pt. 2020 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is crafted from 100% Sangiovese, revealing bright fruit “with well-integrated tannins and lively acidity” according to the Wine Spectator’s Bruce Sanderson that will continue to evolve for another 10 years or more. Described as “long, fresh and juicy” by James Suckling, the elegant 93 pt. 2020 Avignonesi Grifi is a 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 24 months in French oak barriques and large Slavonian oak casks, revealing robust, luscious fruit and harmonious acidity with layers of tannins promising nearly a decade of enjoyment. From the Tuscan estate Antonio Galloni of Vinous calls a "reference point in Montepulciano," these delicious and age worthy Avignonesi selections all offer “a terrific value proposition” according to the Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner, an array of top scoring Tuscan gems unbeatably priced for stocking the cellar. | ||
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| 2020 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano (750ml) | ||
| Sangiovese from Montepulciano, Tuscany, Italy | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More Described by Eric Guido of Vinous as masterful expressions of their Tuscan terroir, these top rated Avignonesi selections range from two 100% Sangiovese wines to a highly rated Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese blend, an array of deliciously savory Tuscan reds crafted near the medieval town of Montepulciano at bargain pricing perfect for mixing a case. After purchasing the historic Avignonesi winery in 2009, energetic owner Virginie Saverys began transforming the estate vineyards to sustainable viticulture while expanding the estate’s holdings to 175 hectares over the next decade, becoming the largest biodynamic certified winery in Italy. Located in Italy’s first and oldest red wine appellation at altitudes ranging up to 375 meters above sea level, the estate’s rolling vineyards in western Tuscany are planted in sedimentary soils of calcareous limestone, clay and sand, each parcel identified through an extensive geographic study and vinified separately in Avignonesi’s state-of-the-art cellars. Crafted from 100% Sangiovese and aged for 6 months in oak barrels, the fresh and juicy 91 pt. 2021 Avignonesi Rosso di Montalcino is described as “a pure expression of the Tuscan grape” by the Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner boasting fragrant, lightly spiced fruit layered with silky tannins on a refined, mineral finish and ready to enjoy over the next five or so years. While many wineries in the region adhere to the minimum 70%, the enticing 94 pt. 2020 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is crafted from 100% Sangiovese, revealing bright fruit “with well-integrated tannins and lively acidity” according to the Wine Spectator’s Bruce Sanderson that will continue to evolve for another 10 years or more. Described as “long, fresh and juicy” by James Suckling, the elegant 93 pt. 2020 Avignonesi Grifi is a 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 24 months in French oak barriques and large Slavonian oak casks, revealing robust, luscious fruit and harmonious acidity with layers of tannins promising nearly a decade of enjoyment. From the Tuscan estate Antonio Galloni of Vinous calls a "reference point in Montepulciano," these delicious and age worthy Avignonesi selections all offer “a terrific value proposition” according to the Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner, an array of top scoring Tuscan gems unbeatably priced for stocking the cellar. | ||
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| 2007 Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva (750ml) | ||
| Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More A Rioja lover’s dream assortment, these traditionally styled selections from Lopez de Heredia come from one of the region’s most esteemed Bodegas with over a century of expertise as grower-producers, their legendary, long-lived Riojas released only after lengthy aging in their famously moldy and cobweb-laced cellars, perfect for mixing a case or two at a price that “seems like a steal” according to Wine and Spirits. As the last remaining family-run Bodegas in Rioja, winemaking at Lopez de Heredia has remained remarkably unchanged since its inception in 1877, crafting its wines in the Vina Tondonia winery in Haro with only estate-grown fruit, fermenting with natural yeasts and aging for extended periods in wood before bottling without filtration and further aging in the bottle. Summing up the long-lived aging potential of each of these Lopez de Heredia selections, critic Neal Martin declares “a bottle of Lopez de Heredia is an individual and each time you meet, you may see a different side to its personality,” reflecting the pure authenticity, remarkable ageability and striking complexity of these top vintages and promising pleasurable drinking ahead for Rioja fans and Spanish wine collectors who act quickly to secure their picks from this value packed offer. | ||
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| 2020 Damilano Barolo Lecinquevigne (750ml) | ||
| Nebbiolo from Barolo, Piedmont, Italy | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "...this red is supple and fragrant, showing lovely harmony."-Wine Spectator There aren't many entry-level Barolos out there that offer the kind of reliable, old-school character and class that Damilano's Lecinquevigne displays, vintage after vintage. That has everything to do with the wine's origins. A true appellation expression, Lecinquevigne is composed of vineyards in the five main villages of the region – Grinzane Cavour, La Morra, Monforte d'Alba, Barolo, and Novello – which allows for remarkable stylistic consistency in the face of varying vintage conditions. Antonio Galloni notes of the 2020 vintage, "Grace, elegance and understatement are some of the qualities readers will find in the 2020 Barolos ... Overall, 2020 is a vintage of mid-weight Barolos. These are wines to admire for their balance and seductive appeal more than their power or structure," characteristics readily apparent in the 2020 Lecinquevigne. "The 2020 Lecinquevigne from Damilano is all about fragrance and finesse," writes Kerin O'Keefe, while Wine Spectator concurrs in their 94-point review, calling it "elegant, with the potential to develop over the next two decades." Long-time fans of the wine will find everything they've come to know and love from Damilano, while those looking to introduce themselves to the classic Barolo style without breaking the break should look no further than this confident and poised expression. | ||
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| 2021 Bledsoe Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon (750ml) | ||
| Cabernet Sauvignon from Walla Walla, Washington State | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More From the acclaimed Walla Walla winery of former Pro Bowl quarterback Drew Bledsoe, it’s no surprise that the 94 pt. 2021 Bledsoe Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon is a winning choice for lovers of powerful, age worthy Washington State Cabs, crafted with the same passion and dedication that was the hallmark of his pro football career and declared “championship-level by any standard” by the Wine Spectator’s Ben O’Donnell at best on the market pricing. Trading the gridiron for winemaking in 2007, Drew Bledsoe returned to his home town of Walla Walla and crafted his first Cabernet Sauvignon with friend and top Washington State winemaker Chris Figgins of Leonetti Cellars, the inaugural vintage earning a spot on the Wine Spectator's Top 100 List. Hiring Figgins’ assistant winemaker and protege Josh McDaniels, Drew established Bledsoe Family Winery in 2017 to craft a value-driven Cab sourced from Bledsoe’s diverse vineyards across the Walla Walla AVA, blending mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller amounts of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec to add complexity and depth. From an outstanding vintage described as “a stellar year for Washington state” by Jeb Dunnuck, winemaker McDaniels aged the elegant 94 pt. 2021 Bledsoe Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon for 22 months in a mix of 64% new French oak, 6% concrete tulip and 30% neutral oak, yielding richly concentrated, dark fruit hinting of sagebrush and graphite with layers of silky tannins, a lush, textured Cab that's ready to enjoy and promises a decade or more of longevity. Described by the Wine Enthusiast’s Michael Alberty as “a rich yet elegant Cabernet Sauvignon that delivers optimal pleasure the minute it is opened,” the fresh and balanced 94 pt. 2021 Bledsoe Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon exceeds its high achieving founder's goal of making a world-class Cab that over delivers value, offered at an unbeatable price that makes it an easy play-call for Washington Cab lovers to stock the cellar and enjoy often. | ||
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| 2021 Avignonesi Rosso di Montepulciano (750ml) | ||
| Sangiovese from Montepulciano, Tuscany, Italy | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More Described by Eric Guido of Vinous as masterful expressions of their Tuscan terroir, these top rated Avignonesi selections range from two 100% Sangiovese wines to a highly rated Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese blend, an array of deliciously savory Tuscan reds crafted near the medieval town of Montepulciano at bargain pricing perfect for mixing a case. After purchasing the historic Avignonesi winery in 2009, energetic owner Virginie Saverys began transforming the estate vineyards to sustainable viticulture while expanding the estate’s holdings to 175 hectares over the next decade, becoming the largest biodynamic certified winery in Italy. Located in Italy’s first and oldest red wine appellation at altitudes ranging up to 375 meters above sea level, the estate’s rolling vineyards in western Tuscany are planted in sedimentary soils of calcareous limestone, clay and sand, each parcel identified through an extensive geographic study and vinified separately in Avignonesi’s state-of-the-art cellars. Crafted from 100% Sangiovese and aged for 6 months in oak barrels, the fresh and juicy 91 pt. 2021 Avignonesi Rosso di Montalcino is described as “a pure expression of the Tuscan grape” by the Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner boasting fragrant, lightly spiced fruit layered with silky tannins on a refined, mineral finish and ready to enjoy over the next five or so years. While many wineries in the region adhere to the minimum 70%, the enticing 94 pt. 2020 Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is crafted from 100% Sangiovese, revealing bright fruit “with well-integrated tannins and lively acidity” according to the Wine Spectator’s Bruce Sanderson that will continue to evolve for another 10 years or more. Described as “long, fresh and juicy” by James Suckling, the elegant 93 pt. 2020 Avignonesi Grifi is a 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 24 months in French oak barriques and large Slavonian oak casks, revealing robust, luscious fruit and harmonious acidity with layers of tannins promising nearly a decade of enjoyment. From the Tuscan estate Antonio Galloni of Vinous calls a "reference point in Montepulciano," these delicious and age worthy Avignonesi selections all offer “a terrific value proposition” according to the Wine Advocate’s Monica Larner, an array of top scoring Tuscan gems unbeatably priced for stocking the cellar. | ||
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| 2021 Loveblock Pinot Noir (750ml) | ||
| Pinot Noir from Central Otago, New Zealand | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More For avid Pinot Noir fans, finding a true value candidate with great class and character can be a daunting task, as we're often left overpaying for underwhelming quality. But as has been the case for the past decade or more, New Zealand's Central Otago region is here to challenge that dynamic with another superb specimen that can stand toe-to-toe with its much more expensive New World contemporaries. The name Kim Crawford is synonymous with New Zealand wine, the man behind the country's most iconic brand has long since returned to his roots farming top-quality vineyard sites and making stunning boutique expressions with his wife Erica under their Loveblock label. The 2021 Central Otago Pinot Noir is sourced entirely from their "Somone's Darling" estate vineyard, a site of free-draining sandy loam soil over schist that produces a super-classic style of New World Pinot Noir. Carrying a pair of 93-point scores fromWine SpectatorandVinous, the wine is a prime candidate for cellaring with "its intensity, density, and savory, brooding nature." Given all that, you'd fully expect to pay upwards of $40 for such a pedigreed offering, and you'd be right. However, we just went all in and negotiated a jaw-dropping price that we're passing on to our private clients, so you can stock the cellar by the case and enjoy this incredible overachiever as an everyday go-to house red, or you can follow its evolution over the next decade as a benchmark New Zealand expression from one of the world's most accomplished winemakers. Either way, it's a massive win. | ||
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| 2021 Faust Cabernet Sauvignon The Pact (750ml) | ||
| Cabernet Sauvignon from Coombsville, California | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More “No deal with the devil required - the Huneeus family was ahead of the game when they staked a Cabernet claim in Coombsville with Faust.” James Molesworth, Wine Spectator A decadent, age-worthy Napa Cab from the team behind Quintessa, the powerful 97-point 2021 Faust Cabernet Sauvignon The Pact impeccably balances rich dark fruit, tantalizing minerality and layered, refined tannins,sourced from an exceptional Napa vintage described as “fabulous” by Antonio Galloni of Vinous and promising over a decade of enjoyment at an unbeatable price. One of the first to recognize the potential for growing Cabernet Sauvignon in the remote southeastern corner of Napa Valley, visionary Quintessa founder Agustin Huneeus established the Faust winery in Coombsville in 1998 three years before it was recognized as an AVA, the region's growing reputation for exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon attracting some of Napa’s top winemakers over the last two decades including Andy Erickson and Paul Hobbs. Known for developing Mondavi’s Opus One and rebuilding Cardinale and Rudd, then Faust winemaker Charles Thomas recognized the unique attributes of the estate’s lower yielding, higher altitude parcels and began to separate those plots of Coombsville fruit for a new bottling in 2007, naming it “The Pact” after Goethe’s classic Faustian bargain of making "a deal with the devil.” Located on a 128-acre hillside estate in well-draining rocky, volcanic soils, the elevated, low yielding parcels for the Pact are influenced by a unique ‘cup and saucer’ like ridge called the ‘caldera’ funneling winds from the San Pablo Bay and creating conditions for extended, gradual ripening, while overnight fog lingering late into the morning lowers temperatures and enhances the Cabernet's natural acidity. A Napa Valley veteran who produced top scoring Cabs at Harlan, Joseph Phelps and Groth, winemaker David Jelinek vinified each parcel for The Pact separately and aged the final blend of 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot and 2% Merlot for 22 months in 45% new French oak before bottling, yielding a seductively smooth Cab described by James Suckling as “really complex and flavor intensive” promising to age beautifully and declaring “I can’t wait.” The richly textured 2021 Faust Cabernet Sauvignon The Pact was among a handful of the highest rated Coombsville Cabs of the vintage yet priced at a fraction of the region’s higher profile producers, delivering one the best values in Napa Cab and an exceptional pour to enjoy over the next and beyond. | ||
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| 2010 Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva (1.5L) | ||
| Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More A Rioja lover’s dream assortment, these traditionally styled selections from Lopez de Heredia come from one of the region’s most esteemed Bodegas with over a century of expertise as grower-producers, their legendary, long-lived Riojas released only after lengthy aging in their famously moldy and cobweb-laced cellars, perfect for mixing a case or two at a price that “seems like a steal” according to Wine and Spirits. As the last remaining family-run Bodegas in Rioja, winemaking at Lopez de Heredia has remained remarkably unchanged since its inception in 1877, crafting its wines in the Vina Tondonia winery in Haro with only estate-grown fruit, fermenting with natural yeasts and aging for extended periods in wood before bottling without filtration and further aging in the bottle. Summing up the long-lived aging potential of each of these Lopez de Heredia selections, critic Neal Martin declares “a bottle of Lopez de Heredia is an individual and each time you meet, you may see a different side to its personality,” reflecting the pure authenticity, remarkable ageability and striking complexity of these top vintages and promising pleasurable drinking ahead for Rioja fans and Spanish wine collectors who act quickly to secure their picks from this value packed offer. | ||
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| 2011 Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva (1.5L) | ||
| Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More A Rioja lover’s dream assortment, these traditionally styled selections from Lopez de Heredia come from one of the region’s most esteemed Bodegas with over a century of expertise as grower-producers, their legendary, long-lived Riojas released only after lengthy aging in their famously moldy and cobweb-laced cellars, perfect for mixing a case or two at a price that “seems like a steal” according to Wine and Spirits. As the last remaining family-run Bodegas in Rioja, winemaking at Lopez de Heredia has remained remarkably unchanged since its inception in 1877, crafting its wines in the Vina Tondonia winery in Haro with only estate-grown fruit, fermenting with natural yeasts and aging for extended periods in wood before bottling without filtration and further aging in the bottle. Summing up the long-lived aging potential of each of these Lopez de Heredia selections, critic Neal Martin declares “a bottle of Lopez de Heredia is an individual and each time you meet, you may see a different side to its personality,” reflecting the pure authenticity, remarkable ageability and striking complexity of these top vintages and promising pleasurable drinking ahead for Rioja fans and Spanish wine collectors who act quickly to secure their picks from this value packed offer. | ||
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| 2022 Domaine Bosquet des Papes A La Gloire de Mon Grand Père (750ml) | ||
| Grenache from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "The wines from Bosquet des Papes span the full spectrum ... Regardless of the style, the quality is brilliant, and these are beautiful wines." - Jeb Dunnuck Bosquet des Papes' stellar 2022s prove once again that this rising-star estate is a favorite among Châteauneuf insiders and aficionados, who will be thrilled at this set of stunners from winemaker Nicolas Boiron. The trio of A La Gloire de Mon Grand Père, Chante le Merle, and Les 7 des Pignan each demonstrate Boiron's broad, multi-faceted style. The JD98 Grand Père is "up with the crème de la crème of the vintage ... a stunning success" that strides a fine line between the past and the present, while the Chante le Merle is made in the staunchly traditional method, resulting in a straight-down-the-line "age-worthy, classic, incredibly satisfying Châteauneuf-du-Pape" per Jeb Dunnuck. The perfect juxtaposition to Chante le Merle's classicism is Les 7 des Pignan. The 2022 marks only the second vintage of this 100%-Grenache, micro-production cuvée fashoned from seven miniscule parcels in the Pignan lieu-dit. Seeing 98-point potential, Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski marvels at the "incredible complexity and elegance in this full-bodied wine that's concentrated and tannic yet supple, finishing long and velvety. Wow." Vinous puts an exclamation point on its unabashedly modern character, declaring it "bursting with energy and quite expressive ... with remarkable concentration and an expansive finish." The 2022 Bosquet des Papes line-up is emblematic of the many shades of contemporary Châteauneuf-du-Pape, all expertly crafted by one of its most dynamic estates and winemakers. | ||
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| 2023 Domaine Chavy-Chouet Meursault 1er Cru Les Genevrieres (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Meursault, Burgundy, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "...[Chavy] is making brilliant wines that transcend their status." - Neal Martin,Vinous We still can't believe our great fortune to have established Domaine Chavy-Chouet as a direct-import relationship last year, as the 2023s have proven to be incredibly smart buys that, as Neal Martin implies above, far outpace their price points across the board. The exceptional village-level crus from Meursault and Puligny are are top-class overachievers from Romaric Chavy, who "continues to impress" as noted by Burghound's Allen Meadows. The true quiet genius of Chavy, however, is readily on display in his range of benchmark-quality 1er crus. The "high-class Genevrières" leads the way in Jasper Morris' Inside Burgundy reviews, a 94-point expression of a hallowed terroir often seen on labels at twice this price. "Clean yet complex, with real intensity, this is a cut above," he declares of the equally stunning, 94-point 1er Cru Les Folatières from Puligny. For those seeking the vintage's best sleeper stars, look no further than the 93-point 1er Cru Murgers des Dents de Chien, a textbook rendition of a site that is gaining more and more collectible cachet with each passing vintage. In a market, where true values are rarely found at all points on the price spectrum, this range from Chavy-Chouet bucks the trend and delivers undeniable class and sophistication at unbeatable, domaine-direct pricing. | ||
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| Deanston 15yr Tequila Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch (700ml) | ||
| From Perthshire, Highlands, Scotland | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "Deanston’s first attempt at a tequila cask finish ... with marvelous results." - Whisky Advocate It's a rare feat to find a benchmark 15-year-old single malt under $150 these days, so we were thrilled when our supplier came to us with an unbelievable offer on this fabulous Highland gem from Deanston. The famed distillery along the River Teith is known for its almost endlessly adaptable "waxy" style of distillate, which lends itself to all manner of experimentation and creative finishing processes. Of course, Master Blender Julieann Fernandez could've taken the safe route and stuck to the tried and true cask-finishing methods, but that would be a waste of a sublime opportunity, and thus we have this truly singular, captivating expression. Aged for 13 years in traditional hogsheads, this bright, beautiful single malt was then finished for two years in premium tequila barrels from Jalisco. The result is an altogether unique profile that takes the classic Highland character in a fascinating new direction with "lots of depth and great balance" according to Whisky Advocate's 94-point review. Our latest parcel comes in at a price that shatters the going market average by more than $100, but it's only available for a limited time, so savvy Scotch fans will want to stock up while they can. | ||
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| 2022 Domaine Bosquet des Papes Les 7 de Pignan (750ml) | ||
| Grenache from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "The wines from Bosquet des Papes span the full spectrum ... Regardless of the style, the quality is brilliant, and these are beautiful wines." - Jeb Dunnuck Bosquet des Papes' stellar 2022s prove once again that this rising-star estate is a favorite among Châteauneuf insiders and aficionados, who will be thrilled at this set of stunners from winemaker Nicolas Boiron. The trio of A La Gloire de Mon Grand Père, Chante le Merle, and Les 7 des Pignan each demonstrate Boiron's broad, multi-faceted style. The JD98 Grand Père is "up with the crème de la crème of the vintage ... a stunning success" that strides a fine line between the past and the present, while the Chante le Merle is made in the staunchly traditional method, resulting in a straight-down-the-line "age-worthy, classic, incredibly satisfying Châteauneuf-du-Pape" per Jeb Dunnuck. The perfect juxtaposition to Chante le Merle's classicism is Les 7 des Pignan. The 2022 marks only the second vintage of this 100%-Grenache, micro-production cuvée fashoned from seven miniscule parcels in the Pignan lieu-dit. Seeing 98-point potential, Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski marvels at the "incredible complexity and elegance in this full-bodied wine that's concentrated and tannic yet supple, finishing long and velvety. Wow." Vinous puts an exclamation point on its unabashedly modern character, declaring it "bursting with energy and quite expressive ... with remarkable concentration and an expansive finish." The 2022 Bosquet des Papes line-up is emblematic of the many shades of contemporary Châteauneuf-du-Pape, all expertly crafted by one of its most dynamic estates and winemakers. | ||
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| 2023 Domaine Sebastien Dampt Chablis Les Vaillons 1er Cru (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Chablis, Burgundy, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More We've been working with the wines of Sébastien Dampt for a few vintages now, and the scion of one of Chablis' most prominent winemakers has found a strong following among our long-time Burgundy aficionados. After all, Sébastien is a staunch adherent to the "no oak" style, à la Louis Michel, and his wines reflect the kind of terroir purity that fetches a high premium from hardcore fans of classic, "old school" Chablis. These newly arrived 2023s are clearly reflective of Dampt's style, starting with the 92-point 2023 Vaillons 1er Cru. "Very disciplined though still with the generosity of the vintage," the 2023 is understated when it needs to be while giving up just the right level of approachability to be enjoyable right out of the gate. The Cote de Lechet likewise shows its 1er cru pedigree in spades, with "excellent volume and richness to the succulent and sappy middle weight flavors" as described byBurghound's Allen Meadows. Finally, the village level Chablis stands as an unbeatable value in its category, an "easy-going effort" with "cool and pretty aromas ... textured, even succulent, medium-bodied flavors." Working directly with the domaine, we were able to source this parcel at a by-far market-best pricing, so our private clients can jump on these true exponents of pure Chablis terroir for a downright steal. | ||
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| 2008 Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva (1.5L) | ||
| Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More A Rioja lover’s dream assortment, these traditionally styled selections from Lopez de Heredia come from one of the region’s most esteemed Bodegas with over a century of expertise as grower-producers, their legendary, long-lived Riojas released only after lengthy aging in their famously moldy and cobweb-laced cellars, perfect for mixing a case or two at a price that “seems like a steal” according to Wine and Spirits. As the last remaining family-run Bodegas in Rioja, winemaking at Lopez de Heredia has remained remarkably unchanged since its inception in 1877, crafting its wines in the Vina Tondonia winery in Haro with only estate-grown fruit, fermenting with natural yeasts and aging for extended periods in wood before bottling without filtration and further aging in the bottle. Summing up the long-lived aging potential of each of these Lopez de Heredia selections, critic Neal Martin declares “a bottle of Lopez de Heredia is an individual and each time you meet, you may see a different side to its personality,” reflecting the pure authenticity, remarkable ageability and striking complexity of these top vintages and promising pleasurable drinking ahead for Rioja fans and Spanish wine collectors who act quickly to secure their picks from this value packed offer. | ||
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| 2023 Domaine Chavy-Chouet Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatieres (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Puligny-Montrachet, Burgundy, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "...[Chavy] is making brilliant wines that transcend their status." - Neal Martin,Vinous We still can't believe our great fortune to have established Domaine Chavy-Chouet as a direct-import relationship last year, as the 2023s have proven to be incredibly smart buys that, as Neal Martin implies above, far outpace their price points across the board. The exceptional village-level crus from Meursault and Puligny are are top-class overachievers from Romaric Chavy, who "continues to impress" as noted by Burghound's Allen Meadows. The true quiet genius of Chavy, however, is readily on display in his range of benchmark-quality 1er crus. The "high-class Genevrières" leads the way in Jasper Morris' Inside Burgundy reviews, a 94-point expression of a hallowed terroir often seen on labels at twice this price. "Clean yet complex, with real intensity, this is a cut above," he declares of the equally stunning, 94-point 1er Cru Les Folatières from Puligny. For those seeking the vintage's best sleeper stars, look no further than the 93-point 1er Cru Murgers des Dents de Chien, a textbook rendition of a site that is gaining more and more collectible cachet with each passing vintage. In a market, where true values are rarely found at all points on the price spectrum, this range from Chavy-Chouet bucks the trend and delivers undeniable class and sophistication at unbeatable, domaine-direct pricing. | ||
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| 2019 Torre de Ona Finca Martelo Reserva (750ml) | ||
| Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "...the wine is very harmonious and balanced, with power and freshness, intensity and persistence." - Luis Gutiérrez,Wine Advocate Founded in 1995 by La Rioja Alta, that famed bastion of traditional Rioja, the Torre de Oña estate is LRA's outpost in the world of modern-style Rioja, and this spectacular terroir in Rioja Alavesa provides the perfect canvas on which to carry out their vision. While it's the newest wine in the line-up, the Finca Martelo has unquestionably become the estate's calling card, as it reflects the singular character of the Torre de Oña property in its 60-year-old vines. This single-vineyard beauty is only produced in select vintages, when the conditions allow for the perfect expression and balance that the estate deems the heart and soul of the wine. The 2019 is the current release, garnering solid press from all the usual suspects, led by 94+ points from Luis Gutiérrez of Wine Advocate, who lauds it as "surprisingly fresh, medium-bodied and fine-boned, clean and elegant." Representing "a distinctive and tasty Rioja style" according to Vinous' Joaquin Hidalgo, it shows its polished, modern side with all the poise and grace you'd expect from one of Rioja's most accomplished producers, all for a market-best price under $35. | ||
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| 2023 Domaine Chavy-Chouet St. Aubin 1er Cru Murgers des Dents de Chien (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Saint Aubin, Burgundy, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "...[Chavy] is making brilliant wines that transcend their status." - Neal Martin,Vinous We still can't believe our great fortune to have established Domaine Chavy-Chouet as a direct-import relationship last year, as the 2023s have proven to be incredibly smart buys that, as Neal Martin implies above, far outpace their price points across the board. The exceptional village-level crus from Meursault and Puligny are are top-class overachievers from Romaric Chavy, who "continues to impress" as noted by Burghound's Allen Meadows. The true quiet genius of Chavy, however, is readily on display in his range of benchmark-quality 1er crus. The "high-class Genevrières" leads the way in Jasper Morris' Inside Burgundy reviews, a 94-point expression of a hallowed terroir often seen on labels at twice this price. "Clean yet complex, with real intensity, this is a cut above," he declares of the equally stunning, 94-point 1er Cru Les Folatières from Puligny. For those seeking the vintage's best sleeper stars, look no further than the 93-point 1er Cru Murgers des Dents de Chien, a textbook rendition of a site that is gaining more and more collectible cachet with each passing vintage. In a market, where true values are rarely found at all points on the price spectrum, this range from Chavy-Chouet bucks the trend and delivers undeniable class and sophistication at unbeatable, domaine-direct pricing. | ||
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| 2006 Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva (1.5L) | ||
| Tempranillo from Rioja, Spain | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More A Rioja lover’s dream assortment, these traditionally styled selections from Lopez de Heredia come from one of the region’s most esteemed Bodegas with over a century of expertise as grower-producers, their legendary, long-lived Riojas released only after lengthy aging in their famously moldy and cobweb-laced cellars, perfect for mixing a case or two at a price that “seems like a steal” according to Wine and Spirits. As the last remaining family-run Bodegas in Rioja, winemaking at Lopez de Heredia has remained remarkably unchanged since its inception in 1877, crafting its wines in the Vina Tondonia winery in Haro with only estate-grown fruit, fermenting with natural yeasts and aging for extended periods in wood before bottling without filtration and further aging in the bottle. Summing up the long-lived aging potential of each of these Lopez de Heredia selections, critic Neal Martin declares “a bottle of Lopez de Heredia is an individual and each time you meet, you may see a different side to its personality,” reflecting the pure authenticity, remarkable ageability and striking complexity of these top vintages and promising pleasurable drinking ahead for Rioja fans and Spanish wine collectors who act quickly to secure their picks from this value packed offer. | ||
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| 2022 Bosquet des Papes Tradition (750ml) | ||
| Grenache from Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Rhône, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "The wines from Bosquet des Papes span the full spectrum ... Regardless of the style, the quality is brilliant, and these are beautiful wines." - Jeb Dunnuck Bosquet des Papes' stellar 2022s prove once again that this rising-star estate is a favorite among Châteauneuf insiders and aficionados, who will be thrilled at this set of stunners from winemaker Nicolas Boiron. The trio of A La Gloire de Mon Grand Père, Chante le Merle, and Les 7 des Pignan each demonstrate Boiron's broad, multi-faceted style. The JD98 Grand Père is "up with the crème de la crème of the vintage ... a stunning success" that strides a fine line between the past and the present, while the Chante le Merle is made in the staunchly traditional method, resulting in a straight-down-the-line "age-worthy, classic, incredibly satisfying Châteauneuf-du-Pape" per Jeb Dunnuck. The perfect juxtaposition to Chante le Merle's classicism is Les 7 des Pignan. The 2022 marks only the second vintage of this 100%-Grenache, micro-production cuvée fashoned from seven miniscule parcels in the Pignan lieu-dit. Seeing 98-point potential, Wine Advocate's Joe Czerwinski marvels at the "incredible complexity and elegance in this full-bodied wine that's concentrated and tannic yet supple, finishing long and velvety. Wow." Vinous puts an exclamation point on its unabashedly modern character, declaring it "bursting with energy and quite expressive ... with remarkable concentration and an expansive finish." The 2022 Bosquet des Papes line-up is emblematic of the many shades of contemporary Châteauneuf-du-Pape, all expertly crafted by one of its most dynamic estates and winemakers. | ||
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| 2021 Peter Jakob Kuhn Hallgarten Hendelberg Riesling Trocken (750ml) | ||
| Riesling from Rheingau, Germany | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "Weingut Peter Jakob Kühn has produced a stellar range of 2021ers that will be cellar treasures a handful of years down the road." - John Gilman,View From the Cellar For whatever reason, the estate of Peter Jakob Kuhn flies under the radar of even many tried and true German wine fanatics, but this pair of 2021s on offer today should go a long way towards rectifying that situation. As classic and traditional as they come in terms of style, the wines are nonetheless made according to owner Peter Bernhard Kuhn's forward-looking vision and innovative approach to farming. The 2021 vintage was a clear study in the classic German Riesling profiles, the cooler conditions lending themselves to old-school, pure, filigreed wines that buck the trend of recent warmer vintages like 2020 and 2022, instead defined by their bright precision, electric vibrancy, and most importantly, long-term cellar potential. The Kuhn estate releases a year later than the majority of their contemporaries, so these 2021s are just now showing up where many 2022s (and even 2023s) are already on the market. Carrying big scores from some prominent voices in German wine, Kuhn's 2021s belong on the shortlist of smart collectible buys for any serious enthusiast. Leading off, the 2021 Doosberg Grosses Gewächs boasts a towering 97-point score from Vinous. "Utterly concentrated, intense, almost searing with luminosity and brightness," it's a spectacular rendition of a treasured Rheingau site and the crown-jewel in the Kuhn range. For those seeking a razor-sharp cellar buy that punches well above its price tier, the 2021 Hallgärtener Hendelberg Erste Lage is just the ticket. "A premier cru bottling that clearly approaches the quality of Grosses Gewächs because of its old vines," according John Gilman, the 2021 is resounding triumph, "superb, impressive, profound, absolutely focused and delicious, yet so resonant and rich" as described by Vinous. The only drawback (if you can call it that) is their highly limited presence in the US market, so the smart move is to lock in and add this pair of surefire cellar contenders to your collection while you can. | ||
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| 2023 Domaine Sebastien Dampt Chablis Cote de Lechet 1er Cru (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Chablis, Burgundy, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More We've been working with the wines of Sébastien Dampt for a few vintages now, and the scion of one of Chablis' most prominent winemakers has found a strong following among our long-time Burgundy aficionados. After all, Sébastien is a staunch adherent to the "no oak" style, à la Louis Michel, and his wines reflect the kind of terroir purity that fetches a high premium from hardcore fans of classic, "old school" Chablis. These newly arrived 2023s are clearly reflective of Dampt's style, starting with the 92-point 2023 Vaillons 1er Cru. "Very disciplined though still with the generosity of the vintage," the 2023 is understated when it needs to be while giving up just the right level of approachability to be enjoyable right out of the gate. The Cote de Lechet likewise shows its 1er cru pedigree in spades, with "excellent volume and richness to the succulent and sappy middle weight flavors" as described byBurghound's Allen Meadows. Finally, the village level Chablis stands as an unbeatable value in its category, an "easy-going effort" with "cool and pretty aromas ... textured, even succulent, medium-bodied flavors." Working directly with the domaine, we were able to source this parcel at a by-far market-best pricing, so our private clients can jump on these true exponents of pure Chablis terroir for a downright steal. | ||
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| 2023 Domaine Sebastien Dampt Chablis (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Chablis, Burgundy, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More We've been working with the wines of Sébastien Dampt for a few vintages now, and the scion of one of Chablis' most prominent winemakers has found a strong following among our long-time Burgundy aficionados. After all, Sébastien is a staunch adherent to the "no oak" style, à la Louis Michel, and his wines reflect the kind of terroir purity that fetches a high premium from hardcore fans of classic, "old school" Chablis. These newly arrived 2023s are clearly reflective of Dampt's style, starting with the 92-point 2023 Vaillons 1er Cru. "Very disciplined though still with the generosity of the vintage," the 2023 is understated when it needs to be while giving up just the right level of approachability to be enjoyable right out of the gate. The Cote de Lechet likewise shows its 1er cru pedigree in spades, with "excellent volume and richness to the succulent and sappy middle weight flavors" as described byBurghound's Allen Meadows. Finally, the village level Chablis stands as an unbeatable value in its category, an "easy-going effort" with "cool and pretty aromas ... textured, even succulent, medium-bodied flavors." Working directly with the domaine, we were able to source this parcel at a by-far market-best pricing, so our private clients can jump on these true exponents of pure Chablis terroir for a downright steal. | ||
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| 2023 Domaine Chavy-Chouet Meursault Clos des Corvees de Citeau Monopole (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Cote de Beaune, Burgundy, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "...[Chavy] is making brilliant wines that transcend their status." - Neal Martin,Vinous We still can't believe our great fortune to have established Domaine Chavy-Chouet as a direct-import relationship last year, as the 2023s have proven to be incredibly smart buys that, as Neal Martin implies above, far outpace their price points across the board. The exceptional village-level crus from Meursault and Puligny are are top-class overachievers from Romaric Chavy, who "continues to impress" as noted by Burghound's Allen Meadows. The true quiet genius of Chavy, however, is readily on display in his range of benchmark-quality 1er crus. The "high-class Genevrières" leads the way in Jasper Morris' Inside Burgundy reviews, a 94-point expression of a hallowed terroir often seen on labels at twice this price. "Clean yet complex, with real intensity, this is a cut above," he declares of the equally stunning, 94-point 1er Cru Les Folatières from Puligny. For those seeking the vintage's best sleeper stars, look no further than the 93-point 1er Cru Murgers des Dents de Chien, a textbook rendition of a site that is gaining more and more collectible cachet with each passing vintage. In a market, where true values are rarely found at all points on the price spectrum, this range from Chavy-Chouet bucks the trend and delivers undeniable class and sophistication at unbeatable, domaine-direct pricing. | ||
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| 2023 Domaine Chavy-Chouet Meursault Les Narvaux (750ml) | ||
| Chardonnay from Cote de Beaune, Burgundy, France | ||
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B-21 Top Recommendation
Read More "...[Chavy] is making brilliant wines that transcend their status." - Neal Martin,Vinous We still can't believe our great fortune to have established Domaine Chavy-Chouet as a direct-import relationship last year, as the 2023s have proven to be incredibly smart buys that, as Neal Martin implies above, far outpace their price points across the board. The exceptional village-level crus from Meursault and Puligny are are top-class overachievers from Romaric Chavy, who "continues to impress" as noted by Burghound's Allen Meadows. The true quiet genius of Chavy, however, is readily on display in his range of benchmark-quality 1er crus. The "high-class Genevrières" leads the way in Jasper Morris' Inside Burgundy reviews, a 94-point expression of a hallowed terroir often seen on labels at twice this price. "Clean yet complex, with real intensity, this is a cut above," he declares of the equally stunning, 94-point 1er Cru Les Folatières from Puligny. For those seeking the vintage's best sleeper stars, look no further than the 93-point 1er Cru Murgers des Dents de Chien, a textbook rendition of a site that is gaining more and more collectible cachet with each passing vintage. In a market, where true values are rarely found at all points on the price spectrum, this range from Chavy-Chouet bucks the trend and delivers undeniable class and sophistication at unbeatable, domaine-direct pricing. | ||
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