Saturday Wine Tastings

Every Saturday afternoon (noon until 7 pm), we will open a few bottles of wine for a tasting and discussion. E-mail jnjmitchel@verizon.net if you wish to receive notice and a description of the wines we'll be tasting each week.

Tentative schedule:

5/10/08 - Value Wines

5/17/08 - International

5/24/08 - International

5/31/08 - International

  • Valdelainos Rueda Blanco, Spain, 2006 ($13.99)
  • Bruce Wayne Pinot Noir, 2006 ($25.99)

6/7 - International

  • Sancerre, F. Crochet, 2007 ($24.99)
  • Chateau Tour St. Bonnet, Medoc, 2005 ($18.69)

6/13 - International

  • Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley, 2004 ($24.99)

Previous Tastings

5/3/08 - International

  • Robert Mueller Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, 2006 ($35.99)
  • Friggiali Rosso di Montalcino, 2003 ($27.99)

4/26/08 - International

  • Domaine Tariquet Sauvignon Blanc, 2006 ($13.49)
  • Murietta's Well Meritage, 2004 ($37.99)

4/19/08 - International

  • Signorello Chardonnay, 2005 ($36.99)
  • J. L. Chave Côtes du Rhône “Mon Coeur,” 2006 ($19.99)

4/12/08 - Italian Wines

  • Di Majo Norante Falanghina, 2006 ($12.99)
  • Villa Girardi Amarone, 2001 ($34.99)

4/5/08 - International

  • Louis Latour Chassagne-Montrachet Rouge, 2005 (intro price: $26.99)
  • Coyote Crest Syrah, 2005 ($21.99)

3/29/08 - International

  • Summerer Grüner Veltliner, 2006 ($19.99)
  • Amazing Grace Cabernet Sauvignon, Spring Mountain-Napa, 2004 ($39.99)

3/22/08 - International

  • Freija Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley-Oregon, 2006 ($22.99)
  • Chateau Reynella Tawny Port "Old Cave," ($19.59/500ml)

3/15/08 - International

  • Picq Chablis, 2006 ($21.49)
  • Don Miguel Gascon Malbec, 2006 ($11.99)

3/8/08 - International

  • Chateau Arnaud, St. Estephe, 2005 ($19.99)
  • Lambert Bridge 500 Degrees Red Cuvee, Sonoma, 2003 ($25.99)

3/1/08 - International

  • Madonna Estate Pinot Noir, Carneros, 2006 ($19.99)
  • Tritium Tempranillo, Rioja, 2003 ($36.99)

2/23/08 - International

  • Lockwood Sauvignon Blanc, 2006 ($11.99)
  • Corte Mary Ripasso Valpolicella "Passo Primo," 2004 ($17.75)

2/16/08 - International

  • California Cellars Viognier, 2006 ($11.99)
  • El Coto Rioja Reserva "Coto de Imaz," 2001 ($21.99)

2/9/08 International

  • CAOBO Malbec, Mendoza-Argentina, 2006 ($10.99)
  • Altesino Rosso di Montalcino, 2004 ($26.99)

2/2/08 - International

  • Clearwater Creek Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, 2005 ($19.99)
  • Allegrini Palazzo della Torre, 2004 ($20.99)

1/26/08 - International

  • Cotes du Rhone-Villages "La Cabotte," 2005 ($14.99)
  • Tittarelli Bodega del 900, 2004 ($29.99)

1/19/08 - France

  • Mas de Gourgonnier Baux, Provence, 2005 ($14.49)
  • Chateau Jander, Moulis, 2000 ($29.99) 

1/12/08 - California

  • Emmolo Sauvignon Blanc, 2006 ($16.99)
  • Mary Elke Pinot Noir, 2006 ($26.99)

1/5/08 - International

  • Chateau Larrivaux, Haut Médoc, 2005 ($14.99)
  • Bleasdale Frank Potts Red, 2004 ($24.99)

12/15/07 - International

  • Chanoine Grande Reserve Brut NV ($34.99)
  • Layer Cake Shiraz, 2006 ($18.69)

12/08/07 - French Goodies

  • Delamotte Champagne Brut NV ($31.99)
  • Louis Jadot Moulin-a-Vent "Chateau des Jacques," 2005 ($24.99) 

12/1/07 - International

  • Delbeck Brut NV (was $39.99, now $25.99)
  • Florentia Chianti Classico Riserva, 2004 ($19.99)

Future Possibilities: Graham's Tawny Porto 10 year old; Chateau La Dame Blanche, Bordeaux Blanc, 2005 ($21.99); Ch LaMothe Guignard 03 Sauternes; Coyote Crest Syrah, 2004 ($21.99); Lion's Ridge Chard; Verget Macon; Foxglove Chard  

 

11/24/07 - International

  • Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc SP ($22.99)
  • Bruce Wayne Cabernet Sauvignon, ($23.99)

11/17/07 - International

  • Macon Viré-Clessé, Chanson, 2005 ($18.69)
  • Kim Crawford Pinot Noir SP ($22.99)

11/10/07 - International

  • Kreydenweiss Kritt Gewurztraminer, Alsace, 2004 ($12.99)
  • Mauro Veglio Barolo, 2003 ($36.99)

11/3/07 - International

  • Clos La Chance Pinot Noir, Santa Cruz, 2005 ($32.99)
  • Bodegas Y Vinedos Maurodos “Prima,” Toro (Spain), 2004 ($19.99)

10/27/07 - International

  • Veramonte Primus ($18.99)
  • Wild Horse Cabernet, Paso Robles, 2005 ($22.99)

10/20/07 - International

  • Carmel Road Chardonnay, 2004 ($19.99)
  • Pretty Sally Cabernet/Shiraz, Victoria-Australia, 2004 ($17.99)

10/13/07 - California Cabernet

  • Moon Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 ($15.99)
  • Moondance Cabernet Rutherford Bench, 2005 ($34.99 net)

10/6/07 - International

  • Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese, 2001, Kerpen ($24.99)
  • Concha y Toro Cabernet Sauvignon 'Marques de Casa,' 2005 ($18.99) 

9/29/07 - International

  • Riverside Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand, 2006 ($10.99)
  • Art School Cabernet Reserve, Napa, 2004 ($29.99 net)

9/22/07 - International

  • Pernand Vergelesses Blanc, Louis Latour, 2005 ($27.99)
  • Lions Ridge Meritage, Central Coast, 2004 ($19.99)

9/15/07 - California

  • Lions Ridge Unoaked Chardonnay, Monterey, 2006 ($15.99)
  • Matchbook Tempranillo, 2005 ($16.99)

9/8/07 - International

  • Dimago Norante Falanghina, 2006 ($12.99)
  • Franciscan Oakville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 ($24.99)

9/1/07 - International

  • Igrexario Saiar Albariño, Rias Baixas, 2005 ($19.99)
  • Copain Pinot Noir L'Autumn, 2006 ($24.99)

8/25/07 - International

  • Sancerre, Picard, 2006 ($20.99)
  • Clearwater Creek Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, 2004 ($19.99)

8/18/07 - French Rhône 

  • Yves Collines Marsanne, 2006 ($25.99) 
  • Coudoulet de Beaucastel, 2004 ($27.99)

8/11/07 - Pineau des Charentes - An exciting French aperitif from the Cognac district. We tasted four examples from one of the best producers.

  • Chateau de Beaulon Blanc 5 year old ($28.50)
  • Chateau de Beaulon Blanc 10 year old ($45)
  • Chateau de Beaulon Ruby 5 year old ($28.50)
  • Chateau de Beaulon Ruby 10 year old ($45)

8/4/07 - International

  • Verdicchio Castelli di Jesi, Marchetti, 2006 ($15.99)
  • Desert Eagle Shiraz, Barossa Valley, 2005 ($16.99)

7/28/07 - International

  • Pinot D'Alsace, Bott-Geyl, 2004 ($17.75)
  • Domaine Don Gonzalo Malbec Private Reserve, 2001 ($14.99)

7/21/07 - International

  • Patton Valley Rose, Willamette Valley, 2006 ($18.69)
  • Chateau Vieux Lapeyre, St.-Emilion, 2005 ($17.99)

7/14/07 - International

  • Re Manfredi Basilicata, 2005 ($25.99)
  • Monpertuis Cotes du Rhone, 2005 ($16.99)

7/7/07 - International

  • Chateau du Rouët Rosé, Provence, 2005 ($14.49)
  • Gregory Graham Syrah, Napa, 2000 ($15.99)

6/30/07 - International

  • Chateau Valcombe Rosé "Signature," Cotes du Ventoux, 2006 ($16.59)
  • Blind Trail Pinot Noir, Central Otago-New Zealand, 2003 ($24.99)

6/23/07 - International

  • Bourgogne Blanc, Domaine Henri Clerc (now owned by Vincent Girardin), 2005 ($21.99)
  • Powers Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington, 2004 ($26.99/3-Liter)

6/16/07 - International

  • Serge Laloue Sancerre, 2005 ($20.99)
  • Clos La Chance Zinfandel ($12.99)

6/9/07 - California

  • Vixen Blonde ($13.99)
  • Vixen Brunette ($13.99)

6/2/07 - International

  • Bieler Rosé, Provencé, 2006 ($11.99)
  • Moon Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 ($15.99)

5/26/07 - International

  • Mulderbosch Rosé, 2006 ($11.99)
  • Loxarel OPS, Penedes-Spain, 2005 ($12.99)

5/19/07 - Special Event: Cook Book Signing by Diane Henderiks (http://www.ditkonline.com), Appetizer, Special Wine, and Joel's birthday celebration! We have Diane's cook book available for purchase.

  • Ladera Sagrada Papa, 2005 ($14.99) - An intriguing Spanish white wine made from the Godello grape
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  • Joseph Heitz Cabernet, Napa, 2002 ($48.99)
  • PMC Beerenauslese, Austrian dessert wine, 2004 ($18.69)

5/12/07 - International

  • Turkey Flat Rosé, 2006 ($16.85)
  • Palliser Estate Pinot Noir, New Zealand, 2004 ($24.99)

5/5/07 - International

  • Verget Macon-Charnay, 2005 ($21.99)
  • Esca Cabernet Sauvignon, Spring Mountain, 2004 ($29.99)

4/28/07 - International

  • Fish Cage Cabernet/Merlot, 2004 ($14.99)
  • Rodney Strong Estate Zinfandel "Knotty Vines," Sonoma 2004 ($17.99)

4/21/07 - California

  • Pomelo Sauvignon Blanc, 2006 ($12.99)
  • Coyote Crest Cabernet Sauvignon, 2003 ($23.99)

4/14/07 - International

  • Moon Mountain Sauvignon Blanc ($13.99)
  • Fish Cage Shiraz/Viognier, 2005 ($14.99)

4/7/07 - Burgundy/Rhone

  • Vero Bourgogne Blanc Chardonnay, 2003 ($17.99)
  • Domaine La Barroche Chateauneuf du Pape, 2004 ($39.99)

3/31/07 - International

  • Carmel Road Chardonnay, 2004 ($19.99)
  • Tittarelli Malbec Familia de Reserva, 2004 ($16.99)

3/24/07 - International

  • Samantha Starr Pinot Noir, 2005 ($19.99)
  • Domaine Grand Veneur (Alain Jaume) Cotes du Rhône-Village, 2005 ($19.99)

3/17/07 - International

  • Moon Mountain Chardonnay, 2004 ($15.99)
  • Sasso Dante (Castellani) Brunello di Montalcino, 2001 ($33.99)

3/10/07 - American 

  • Gruet Brut Rose "Methode Champenoise,"  NV ($16.50)
  • Russell Creek Tributary, 2002 ($24.99)

3/3/07 - International

  • A to Z Night and Day Bordeaux Blend, 2004 ($19.99)
  • Layer Cake Shiraz, 2005 ($15.99)

2/24/07 - International

  • High Note Pinot Noir ($21.99)
  • Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon "Alden Vineyard," 2002 ($24.99)

2/17/07 - International

  • Arrogant Frog, 2004 ($10.49)
  • Falset Marça Old Vines Red, 2003, Monsant-Spain ($19.99)

2/10/07 - California  

  • Nelson Estate Pinot Noir, 2000 ($12.99)
  • Trinitas Zinfandel, California, 2004 ($14.99)

2/3/07 - International

  • Pedro Romero Sherry Amontillado Fino, NV ($10.99)
  • Chateau Grand Paris, Bordeaux, 2005 ($12.99)

1/27/07 - International

  • Terras Gauda Albariño “O Rosal,” Rias Baixas, 2005 ($19.99)
  • Viticcio Chianti Classico, 2003 ($16.99)

1/20/07 - International

  • J.M. Boisset Bourgogne Blanc, 2005 ($23.99)
  • High Note Merlot, 2005 ($14.99)

1/13/07 - International

  • High Note Chardonnay, 2005 ($14.99)
  • Florentia Chianti Riserva, 2004 ($10.99)

1/6/07 - International

  • Talia Pinot Grigio, 2005 ($12.99)
  • High Note Cabernet, 2004 ($14.99)

12/16/06 - Last Tasting of the Year

  • Royer Brut Champagne, NV ($29.99) 
  • Mary Elke Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley, 2005 ($22.99)

12/2/06 - Tuscany

  • Villa Girardi Lugana, 2005 ($12.99)
  • Costa di Bussia "Arcapla," 2001 ($24.99) - Barbera/Nebbiolo blend

12/9/06 - Italian reds

  • Il Taglio, Toscana, 2004 ($12.99)
  • Felsina Chianti Classico Riserva

11/25/06 - Australian

  • Port Phillip Sauvignon Blanc, 2004 ($12.99)
  • Port Phillip Shiraz, 2003 ($12.99)

11/18/06 - Turkey Wines

  • Madone Beaujolais-Villages Nouveau, 2006 ($12.59)
  • Capiaux Pinot Noir "Chimera," 2005 ($32.99)

11/11/06 - International

  • Chateau Saint Pierre, St.-Emilion Grand Cru, 2001 ($26.99)
  • Shinas Estate Shiraz "The Guilty," 2005 ($19.99)

11/4/06 - International

  • Girardin Rully, White Burgundy, 2004 ($26.99)
  • Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon "Alexander Valley," 2003 ($25.99)

10/28/06 - 50th Anniversary Celebration

  • Sella & Mosca La Cala Vermentino, 2004
  • Martinez Rioja "La Orbe," 2002 ($22.99)
  • Dunham Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia - WA, 2002 ($45)

10/21/06 - 50th Anniversary Celebration

  • Chablis Premier Cru Montmains, Louis Michel, 2001 ($19.99!)
  • Three Rings Shiraz, 2005 ($19.99)
  • Chateauneuf du Pape "Bargemon," Lesec, 2003 ($48.99)

10/14/06 - 50th Anniversary Celebration

  • Teruzzi & Puthod Terre di Tufi, 2004 ($19.99) 
  • Cloudline Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, 2005 ($19.99)
  • Tenuta San Guido “Guidalberto,” 2003 ($49.99) - from the makers of Sassicaia!

10/7/06 - International

  • Pinot Blanc, Machherndl, Wachau-Austria, 2004 ($19.99)
  • Moondance Cabernet Private Selection, Napa, 2003 ($24.99)

9/23/06 - International

  • Picard Sancerre, 2004 ($18.99)
  • Gregory Graham Pinot Noir, 2000 ($24.99)

9/30/06 - International

  • Domaine Girard Sancerre "La Garenne," 2005 ($19.99)
  • JT Cellars Cabernet, 2003 ($19.99)

9/16/06 - International

  • Steininger Grüner Veltliner "Steven Holl," 2005 ($21.99)
  • Copain Saisons Pinot Noir, 2005 ($24.99) - very limited

9/9/06 - Spain

  • Nessa Albariño, Rias Baixas, 2005 ($15.89)
  • Ondarre Rioja Reserva, 2001 ($17.79)

9/2/06 - International

  • Verget Macon-Charnay, 2004 ($19.99)
  • Anne Amie Pinot Noir, 2003 ($29.99)

8/26/06 - International

  • Haart Piesporter Goldtröpchen Kabinett, 2003 ($14.99)
  • Corte dei Sassi Chianti Classico, 2003 ($14.99)

8/19/06 - International

  • Fox Glove Chardonnay, 2005 ($15.99)
  • Penfolds Bin 389 Cabernet/Shiraz, 2003 ($25.99)

8/12/06 - International

  • Guenoc Sauvignon Blanc, 2005 ($13.99)
  • Rully Rouge "En Rosey," Dureuil-Janthial, 2004 ($27.99) - a wonderful, elegant red Burgundy. 100% Pinot Noir

8/5/06 - International

  • Fish Cage Sauvignon/Semillon, 2004 ($14.99)
  • Jaboulet Cotes du Rhone Parallel 45, 2003 ($10.99)

7/29/06 - International

  • Fish Cage Chard/Viognier, 2004 ($14.99)
  • Alfredo Roca Pinot Noir, 2003 ($11.99)

7/22/06 - International

  • Villa Simone Frascatti Superiore, 2005 ($11.99) - an excellent, light Italian white
  • Norton Ridge Pinot Noir, Sonoma, 2005 ($19.99)

7/15/06 - International

  • Domaine Alfred Chardonnay "Chamisal," 2004 ($25.99) - Edna Valley
  • Brothers in Arms Blend No. 6, 2003 ($16.99) - Shiraz/Cabernet from Australia

7/8/06 - International

  • Chateau de Puligny-Montrachet Rosé of Pinot Noir, 2005 ($16.99)
  • San Giovanni Chianti Classico Riserva, 2001 ($22.99)

7/1/06 - International

  • Chateau du Rouët Rosé, 2005, Provence ($13.99)
  • Wild Horse Pinot Noir, 2004 ($25.99)

6/17/06 - California

  • Orchard Station Gewurztraminer, 2005 ($15.99) - from California
  • Wild Horse Cabernet, 2003 ($22.99) - a Paso Robles beauty!

6/10/06 - International

  • Spy Valley Riesling, 2004 ($16.99)
  • Selvole Chianti Classico, 2003 ($21.99)

6/3/06 - International

  • Landmark Overlook Chardonnay, 2004 (25.99) - an outstanding blend of Sonoma, Monterey, and Santa Barbara grapes.
  • Sine Cura Martinetti Barbera/Cabernet ($14.99) - A bold Piedmontese red. 

5/27/06 - International

  • Sarah's Vineyard Chardonnay, 2003 ($23.99) - excellent Santa Clara Chard
  • Li Veli Salento Rosso Passamante, 2003 ($10.99) - another value from Italy

5/20/06 - International

  • Louis Latour Meursault, 2004 ($29.99) - exceptional white Burgundy, 100% Chardonnay
  • Vina Robles Syrah, 2001 ($14.99) - WOW! The public should be hot for Syrah, not Pinot Noir.

5/13/06 - International

  • Dury Rully, 2004 ($23.99) - exceptional white Burgundy, 100% Chardonnay
  • Praxis Pinot Noir, Monterey, 2005 ($17.99) - a real value in an increasingly scarce price range

5/6/06 - International

  • Ch. Beauferan Coteaux D'Aix en Provence, 2001 ($14.99) - a well rounded, medium style red
  • Twenty Bench Cabernet Sauvignon, 2004 ($18.89) - juicy stuff

4/29/06 - International

  • Murphy Goode Wild Card Claret, 2002 ($17.99S) - a special Cab/Merlot blend
  • Casajus Tinto, Ribero del Duero, 2003 ($19.99) - gutsy and amazingly intense

4/22/06 - International

  • Travis Chardonnay Unfiltered, Monterey, 2002 (was $15.99, now $9.99 net)
  • Ochoa Riserva, Navarra, 1998 ($19.99) - classy and complex

4/15/06 Italian Goodies (Part II)

  • Poggio Valpazza Monteregio Reserva, 1997 ($24.99) - classy and refined
  • Selvole Chianti Classico, 2003 ($22.99) - rich and intense

4/8/06 - Italian Goodies (Part I)

  • Icardi Barbera D'Alba, 2003 ($23.99)
  • Icardi Brachetto, 2004 ($17.99)

4/1/06 - Two French Beauties

  • Collin-Bourset Pouilly Fuissé, 2004 ($16.99)
  • Domaine Monmartel Cotes du Rhone-Villages 2003 ($15.99)

3/25/06 - Two Big Reds

  • Dardano Zarà Barbera/Dolcetto, Langhe, 2004 ($14.99)
  • Seghesio Sonoma Zinfandel, 2004 ($20.99)

3/18/06 - 2003 Bordeaux
  • Ch. Puygueraud 2003 ($17.99)
  • Ch. Beaulieu Comptes de Tastes 2003 ($16.99)

3/11/06 - California

  • Rodney Strong Chalk Hill Chardonnay, 2003 ($18.89)
  • Joel Gott Cabernet, 2004 ($16.99)

3/4/06 - Viva Espagna!

  • Torres de Ermello Albariño, 2004 ($15.99)
  • Bodegas Ondarre Rioja Reserva, 1998 ($16.99)

2/25/06 - Weird but Wonderful!

  • Zeni Pinot Grigio Ramato ($21.99) - This is not just any Pinot Grigio; it's pink! And delicious!!
  • Mitolo Mclaren Vale Shiraz "Jester," 2004 ($22.99) - This will knock your socks off!

2/18/06 - Italian wines of Castello di Luzzano with a representative from the importer

  • Malvasia "Tasto di Seta," Colli Piacentini, 2004 ($15.99)
  • Barbera/Bonarda Gutturnio Reserva "Romeo," 2001 ($28.99)

2/11/06 - Different, but impressive

  • Tittarelli Torontés, 2004 ($10.99) - This may be the only way for me to get you to try this unusual, but exciting Argentine white wine.
  • Owen Roe Sharecroppers Cabernet, 2004 ($25.99)

2/4/06 - Amazing Values!

  • Scharffenberger Brut ($19.99)
  • Tittarelli Malbec Reserva di Familia, 2003 ($15.99)

1/28/06 - Big white, medium red

  • Mount Eden Vineyards Chardonnay "Wolff Vineyard," 2003 ($18.99)
  • Chianti Classico, Lucignano (Geografico), 2003 ($15.99)

1/21/06 - Food-friendly wines, not for sipping

  • Louis Michel Chablis AC, 2004 ($22.99)
  • Mt. Difficulty Pinot Noir, Central Otago-New Zealand, 2003 ($29.99) 

1/14/06 - Value Wines

  • Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Casa alla Terra, 2004 ($11.99)
  • Rabid Red, 2003 ($14.99) - An amazing California value: blend of Cab, Merlot, Zin, & Viognier!

1/07/06 Good Wine

  • Moncaro Terrazzo Esino Bianco, 2004 ($8.99)
  • Sipino Pinot Noir Reserve, 2002 ($17.99)

12/17/05 Pinot Noir (mostly)

  • Champagne Hebrart Brut Champagne 1er Cru NV ($34.99)
  • Mercurey 1er Cru, Cave de Buxy, 2003 ($21.99)

12/10/05 Argentine Malbec

  • Sur Malbec Reserva, 2003 ($12.99)
  • Sur Malbec Gran Reserva, 2003 ($16.99)

12/3/05 - Just Good Wine

  • Ventana Gewurztraminer ($14.99)
  • Scanavino Barbaresco, 1999 ($19.99)

11/26/05 - Sauvignon: Blanc and Cabernet

  • Ventana Sauvignon Blanc, 2003 ($14.99)
  • Bell Napa Claret, 2003 ($29.99)

11/19/05 - Perfect for Thanksgiving: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

  • Hamilton Russell Chardonnay, South African, 2003 ($27.99)
  • Norton Ridge Pinot Noir, 2004 ($19.99)

11/12/05 - Perfect for Thanksgiving: Chardonnay and Syrah

  • Collin-Bourset Pouilly Fuissé, 2002 ($16.99)
  • Clos Mimi Petite Rouse Syrah, 2004 ($20.99)

11/5/05 - Cheese and Dessert Anyone?

  • Amazin Zinfandel
  • Chateau Villefranche Sauternes, 2002 ($19.99/375ml)

10/29/05 - France and America 

  • Domaine Delaye (not Tom!) Saint-Veran, 2003 ($16.99)
  • Vixen Zinfandel, 2002 Lot 9 ($18.89)

10/22/05 - America and Italy 

  • Emmolo Sauvignon Blanc, Napa, 2003 ($16.99)
  • Torri Chianti Riserva, 2001 ($15.99)

10/15/05 - America and France II

  • Gilbert Picq Chablis AC, 2004 ($19.99)
  • Russell Creek Tributary (Cab/Merlot), Washington, 2002 ($24.99)

10/8/05 - America and France I

  • Lucien Albrecht Pinot Blanc "Cuvee Balthazar," Alsace, 2004 ($11.49)
  • Owen Roe Abbot's Table Red WA/OR, 2004 ($27.99) 

9/24/05 - Two from California

  • Alpen Cellars Gewurztraminer, Trinity County, 2002 ($14.99)
  • Art School Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, 2003 ($19.99)

9/17/05 - Aussie Wines

  • Torbreck Woodcutters Semillon, 2004 ($18.99)
  • Torbreck Woodcutters Shiraz, 2004 ($20.99)

9/10/05 - A Mixed Bag

  • Sincerely Sauvignon Blanc, 2003 ($12.99)
  • Gundlach Bundschu Bearitage Red (Lot #12), NV ($14.99)

9/3/05 - End of Summer (Part 2)

  • Mâcon Villages, Jean de Moulinsart, 2003 ($11.99)
  • Copain Saisons des Vins l'automne Pinot Noir, Mendocino, 2004 ($22.99)

8/27/05 - End of Summer (Part 1)

  • Sancerre Chavignol, Hubert Brochard, Loire, 2004 ($19.99)
  • Copain Saisons des Vins l'hiver Syrah, Mendocino, 2004 ($22.99)

8/20/05 - BBQ Wines

  • Chateau Chaubinet Bordeaux Blanc (Sauvignon Blanc), 2004 ($9.99)
  • B.R. Cohn Silver Label Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, 2002 ($18.99)

8/14/05 - Summer Sipping

  • T.J. Riesling, Mosel Q.B.A., 2003 ($10.99)
  • Ridge Three Valleys Red, Sonoma, 2002 ($19.99)

8/6/05 - Pinot Noir in Two Forms

  • Innocent Bystander Dry Rosé of Pinot Noir, Yarra, Australia, 2004 ($15.99)
  • Sipino Pinot Noir, Oregon, 2003 ($15.99)

7/30/05 - Aussie Wines (Part 2)

  • Dromana Estate Chardonnay Reserve, 2002 ($23.99)
  • Hamilton's Ewell Vineyards Sturt River Cab/Shiraz, 2003 ($14.99 - introductory price)

7/16/05 - Serious Summer Sipping

  • Stonegate Chardonnay, Napa, 2001 ($15.99)
  • Yuntero Reserva, La Mancha - Spain, 1994 ($11.49)

7/9/05 - Aussie Wines (Part 1)

  • Hamilton's Ewell Vineyards Stonegarden Chardonnay, 2003 ($18.99)
  • David Traeger Shiraz, 2000 ($24.99)

7/2/05 - And the Living is Easy

  • Domaine Miguel Viognier, 2001 ($15.99)
  • Louis Jadot Beaujolais Villages, 2003 ($10.99)

6/25/05 - Spanish White, California Red redux

  • Burgáns Albariño, Rias Baixas (Spain) 2004, ($14.99)
  • Wellington Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, 2001 ($24.99)

6/18/05 - Spanish White, California Red

  • Nosis, Buil & Giné, Rueda, 2003 ($16.99)
  • Wellington Merlot, Sonoma, 2001 ($19.99)

6/11/05 - Dry Rosé, Great Italian Red, Kir fixings

  • Chateau du Rouët, Provence, 2004 ($13.99)
  • Felsina Fontalloro Super-Tuscan, 2000 ($37.99)
  • Velours de Nuits a la Framboise ($15.99/500ml)

6/4/05 - Cool Climate Grapes

  • Gabilan Chardonnay, Chalone Appellation (Monterey) 2003 ($25.99)
  • Echelon Pinot Noir, 2003 ($10.99)

5/28/05 - Expatriate Rhone varietals

  • Yalumba Viognier, Australia, 2004 ($11.99)
  • Giné Giné, Buil & Giné, Priorat, 2002 ($17.99)

5/21/05 - Dry Rosé, Big Red

  • Mas de Gourgonnier Rosé, Les Baux de Provence, 2004 ($13.99)
  • Finca Flichman Dedicado, 1999 ($29.99)

5/14/05 - Cabernet-based wines

  • Hahn Meritage, 2003 ($14.99)
  • Stuhlmuller Cabernet Sauvignon, 2001 ($34.99)

5/7/05 - French values

  • Domaine Sauviere, Languedoc red, 2001 ($13.49)
  • Le Dauphin de Guiraud Sauternes, 2000 ($24.99/500ml)

4/30/05 - Sauvignon Blanc - French and American

  • Sancerre "Vieilles Vignes," Paul Cherrier, 2003 ($18.49)
  • Murray Hill Sauvignon Blanc (Napa/Monterey), 2002 ($21.99)

4/23/05 - Pinot - Red and White

  • Pinot Gris, A to Z Winery (Oregon), 2004 ($14.99)
  • Pinot Noir, Gabilan (Chalone Appellation), 2001 ($29.99)

4/16/05 - Serious Kosher Wines

  • Shemesh Sauvignon Blanc Fumé (Israel), 2004 ($12.99)
  • Noah Tevel Cabernet/Merlot (Israel), 2002 ($15.99)
  • Eshkol Cabernet Sauvignon (South Africa), 2003 ($19.99)

4/9/05 - 2001 California Cabernet Sauvignon

  • friends.com Cabernet, Sonoma, 2001 ($15.99)
  • Honig Cabernet, Napa, 2001 ($29.99)

4/2/05 - White Wines from Canada - yes, Canada!

  • Cave Spring Chardonnay CSV, 2000 ($19.99)
  • Cave Spring Riesling Reserve, 2002 ($12.99)
  • Cave Spring Riesling Indian Summer Late Harvest, 2002 ($19.99/375ml)

3/26/05 - No Theme, Just Great Value

  • Neil Elis Sauvignon Blanc, 2003 ($15.99) - an incredibly good SB from South Africa!
  • Brig 'Aldara Valpolicella Classico, 2002 ($12.99) - Valpolicella ain't just Bolla anymore! This is real wine and it received a "Best Value" from Gambero Rosso.

3/19/05 - Weird and Wonderful: unusual red wines

  • Bennet Lane Maximus, 2001 ($24.99) - an unusual, but delicious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Zinfandel
  • Starry Night Old Vines Zinfandel, 2002 ($27.99) - an exceptional Russian River Valley Zin aged in toasted American oak barrels, it has the flavor profile of a top notch Australian Shiraz!   

3/12/05 - Portugal - There's a reason Portuguese red wines are such good values. Most people haven't heard of them. Don't wait until it's too late!

  • Quinta dos Aciprestes, 2001, ($12.99) - a delicious, dry red wine
  • Niepoort LBV Port "Vale da Mina," 1995 ($22.99) - a great Port value

3/5/05 - Italian Reds beginning with "B"

  • Boroli Barbera d'Alba, 2000, ($14.99)
  • Villa Ilaria Barolo, 1999 ($25.99)

2/26/05 - "Sideways" Revisited: Sanford wines from Santa Barbara.

  • Sanford Chardonnay, 2002 ($19.99)
  • Sanford Pinot Noir, 2000 ($27.99)

2/19/05 - Spanish Reds: 

  • Monte Negro Tinto Joven, Ribero del Duero, 2003 ($14.99)
  • Castaño Solanera Viñas Viejas, 2002 ($16.99)

2/12/05 - Italy: 

  • Mastroberardino Greco di Tufo White, 2002 ($10.99 - previously $24!)
  • Mastroberardino Radici Red, 1997 ($29.99 - previously $48!)

2/05/05 - Red Bordeaux: 

  • Chateau Malromé "Comtesse de Adele" 2000 ($11.99)
  • Chateau Sénilhac (Haut Médoc) 2000 ($20.99)

1/29/05 - Zinfandel: 

  • Moondance Cellars Reserve (Napa) 2001 ($14.99)
  • Wellington Vineyards (Sonoma) 2001 ($16.99)

1/15/05 - Cabernet Sauvignon:

  • Los Vascos Reserve (Chile) 2001 ($16.49)
  • Twenty Bench (Napa) 2002 ($19.99)

1/8/05 - Rhône-style wines: 

  • Moondance Cellars Barney Muttage Red (Sonoma) 2002 ($14.99)
  • Domaine Santa Duc Côtes du Rhône, 2001 ($14.99)

12/18/04 - Surf 'n Turf - Champagne and Cabernet Sauvignon:

  • Moncuit Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs ($36.99)
  • White Oak Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa), 2001 ($28.99)

12/11/04 - Pinot Noir: 

  • Moondance Cellars PN, Carneros, 2001 ($15.99)
  • Copain PN L'Automne (Mendocino), 2003 ($23.99)

12/4/04 - Italy:

  • Ritratti Pinot Grigio  (Trentino) 2003 white ($14.99)
  • Aurora Barbera (Tortonesi-Piemonte) 1999 red ($13.99)

11/27/04 - Spain: 

  • Dona Rosa Albariño (Rias Baixas) 2003 white ($14.99)
  • Clos dels Codols (Montsant) 2001 red ($14.99)

11/20/04 - Thanksgiving Reds: 

  • Bearboat Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley - Sonoma) 2001 ($20.99)
  • Madone Beaujolais Villages Noveau 2004 ($10.99)

11/13/04 - No theme, just good wine:

  • Domaine Paul Mas Chardonnay/Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc, France) 2003 white ($13.99)
  • St Hallett Faith Shiraz (Barossa, Australia) 2002 red ($21.99)

11/6/04 - Bordeaux: 

  • Chateau La Caussade 2002 white ($13.99)
  • Chateau Bégadan 2000 Médoc red ($18.99)

10/31/04 - Napa Valley:

  • Stonegate Chardonnay (Napa) 2000 ($15.99)
  • Stonegate Cabernet (Napa) 1999 ($29.99)


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