This time of year our distributors like to sweep out the warehouses and we to clean up on a few deals. Some of these have a good stock others are very limited. Get them while they are here.
2017 Le Terre di Stefano Massone, Gavi $12
Garganega
Stefano Massone is devoted solely to white winemaking, with vineyards located in the warmer southeastern part of the region in Gavi, where the Cortese grape achieves maximum ripeness. The nose is delicate, but the persistent aroma of fruit and flowers makes it particularly elegant. Dry with a crisp acidity and a pleasant mineral flavor. Was $15, now $12
2017 Thymiopoulos Apostolos, Alma White $15
70% Xinomavro, 30% Malagouzia
A very different white made from a red grape (Xinomavro) and a white one (malagouzia). The wine has lovely floral notes of Malagouzia but also “something different” as a result of the Xinomavro. The wine is medium bodied with medium to high acidity and a lingering finish. Was $19 now $15
2011 Pascal Jolivet, Pouilly Fume $15
Sauvignon Blanc
This SB has a bit of age on it which fills out the fruit core making it seem like a crass between Sancerre and Chenin Blanc. It has aged beautifully. Terroirs are blended: 50% limestone, 30% flint and 20% limestone clay. Limestone brings minerality and finesse. Limestone-clay enhances fruit and richness. Flint provides structure and minerality. Was $30 now $15
2016 Laurent Cognard, Montagny 1er Cru, Les Bassets $38
Chardonnay
Montagny Les Bassets 1er Cru is the flagship wine of the domaine.A full, ripe wine, this is rich in white fruits, but balanced by bright acidity. Produced in a vineyard close to Buxy, it has a taut edge, plenty of honey and lemon flavors, and a touch of toast. Was $45 now $38
Elsom Cellars, Adventure Uncorked Red $12
67% Malbec, 22% Merlot, 11% Syrah
A non-vintage, Malbec based blend out of SODO. Was $17 now $12
2017 Basel Cellars, Cabernet Sauvignon $15
Columbia Valley
This Cabernet delivers strong nuances of black cherry, stewed fruit, cola and black currant on the distinctive nose. The aromatic, jammy notes are supported well by hints of eucalyptus, mint and pencil shavings. Was $30 now $15
2016 Finn Hill, Jolie Cabernet Sauvignon $18
Rosebud Vineyards, Wahluke Slope
Another Washington Cab takes a big price drop There’s richness and concentration from start to finish, opening with aromas of cherry cola, cinnamon bark, dusty lavender and menthol. Beautifully resolved cherry-skin tannins. Was $30 now $18
2017 Brunelli Rosso di Montalcino $20
Sangiovese Grosso
From vines planted in Galestro, clay loam soils at 350m elevation. 25 days maceration followed by 30 months of aging in 20HL oak casks. Intense black cherry nose with lifted violet notes. Textured, rich body and good graphite toastiness. Great length. Was $32 now $20
2015 Quinta da Romaneira Douro Tinto $22
Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca
This powerful wine brings out both the structure and density of wines from the Alto Douro region. It has spice from wood aging, rich tannins and concentrated black fruits. It is a complex, partnering rich fruits with a dry core. The wine will age well. Was $30, now $22