Masseria Li Veli is in the region of Puglia in southern Italy, in the area commonly referred to as "The heel the boot." They produce many organically farmed wines; one of their most ancient and prized varetials is an indigenous grape called Verdeca, from which is derived their 2020 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99). Located in the Ionian and Adriatic Sea, the region has a heavy Greek influence, and the wine pairs perfectly with the bright lemon flavor of your favorite Greek Chicken Recipe but will also shine with a classic Pasta Carbonara or Cacio e Pepe recipe. Pictured, the 2020 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99) ... (read more)

The Family & Staff at Francos Wine Merchants would like to thank all our customers for their patience during our temporary closure. We had hoped that the worst would be behind us after a few weeks; since that is not the case, we came up with a plan of operation that we feel will allow us to safely serve the community.

On Tuesday April 7th, Francos Wine Merchants re-opened. Please note our adjusted hours are now Tuesday - Saturday 10am-6pm; Francos is Closed Sundays & Mondays.

We are offering the Free Local Delivery, Curbside Service and FedEx Delivery.

If this is your first time ordering during the Covid-19 crisis, please click thru to our Newsletter Page to view the details on all of our services ... (read more)

Here are a few of our favorite bourbons — all perfect choices for celebrating the 147th running of the Kentucky Derby this Saturday. First, is the Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon ($37.99), a classic style bourbon from one of the oldest distilleries in Kentucky. Other choices include the Jefferson's Very Small Batch Bourbon ($36.99), the Basil Hayden's Artfully Aged Bourbon ($44.99) and, if you really want to treat yourself, the Kentucky Owl Confiscated ($149.99). Pictured, the Four Roses Small Batch Bourbon ($37.99) ... (read more)

This week our feature wine is the 2018 William Fevre Saint Bris ($19.99), a white Burgundy made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grape. You may also want to take note of the 2018 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($26.99) which is made from the traditional white grape of Burgundy, Chardonnay. Pictured, the 2018 William Fevre Saint Bris ($19.99) ... (read more)

This week we are featuring the magnificent 2017 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($41.99) and 2018 Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir ($44.99) of Flowers Vineyard & Winery, Both wines benefit from the vineyard's location on the Pacific coast and from the use of organic and sustainable farming practices. Pictured, the 2017 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($41.99) ... (read more)

March has arrived which means some days are spring and some days are still winter. Trying to balance out the two can make it a tad difficult to plan our menu and thus makes it difficult to find the right wine. For a white wine that often takes us to Chardonnay and today our search brings us to California and the incredible 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99), Pictured, the 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99) ... (read more)

While we are being treated to some mild temperatures, we are not quite at spring yet. But we still have time to enjoy our stews and braised meat recipes and where better to turn for a wine pairing than the Rhône. If you are thinking of a comfort meal of Braised beef Shanks, or perhaps you want to start considering wines for some spring lamb recipes, we suggest that you stop in and pick up a bottle of the 2018 Coudoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhone ($29.99) and see for yourself why Chateau de Beaucastel and the Perrin Family are famous throughout the Rhône. Pictured, the 2018 Coudoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhone ($29.99) ... (read more)

The Northeast weather pattern has been a bit relentless as of late, and while we may not be able to escape to the sunnier climates this February, there are still ways to warm up your winter. Bourbon is one such warmer; whether you enjoy it straight, on the rocks, or in a tasty Old Fashioned or Manhattan, bourbon is very versatile. There are a few bourbons of note; let's start with the Jefferson's Very Small Batch Bourbon ($36.99) and the Jefferson's Reserve Bourbon ($57.99). Pictured, the Jefferson's Very Small Batch Bourbon ($36.99) ... (read more)

Today our focus in southern France brings us André Iché's 2019 Les Hérétiques ($10.99), which is a blend of 80% Carignan grape and 20% Grenache. It's a perfect choice for those looking to expand their winter wine selection. Pictured, the 2019 Les Hérétiques ($10.99) ... (read more)

While 2021 has arrived, it has already taught us that we can't quite unbuckle our seatbelts yet. This makes for a perfect time to fall back on our comfort food recipes and pair your meal with a wine that holds just as much comfort. Where better to find wines such as this than where both such food and wines co-exist, Italy. Our wine of choice is the 2020 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99). Pictured, the 2020 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99) ... (read more)

We are down to the last few days and if you are behind on your gift shopping or wines for the holiday, Francos is ready to help with some last minute gift ideas. For the Wine Lovers on your list we suggest the 2015 Il Poggione Brunello Di Montalcino ($79.99) from Italy or the 2018 Bachelet Monnot Chassange Montrachet ($76.99) from Burgundy, France. Read about these wines, and our other ideas for your holiday gift giving. Pictured, the 2015 Il Poggione Brunello Di Montalcino ($79.99) ... (read more)

December is underway, holiday crunch time is approaching, and Francos Wine Merchants is ready to help you with all your holiday shopping needs. Newly arrived this week is the 2019 Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay ($69.99)). Another new arrival is the 2018 Joseph Drouhin Gevrey Chambertin ($79.99), a wine that needs no introduction, and if you need some sparkle to your holiday we recommend the Pol Roger Reserve Brut Champagne ($48.99). Pictured, the 2019 Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay ($69.99) ... (read more)

Thanksgiving is upon us and if you are still in need of selecting your holiday wine or perhaps in need of stocking up on a few last minute items, Francos Wine Merchants is here to help. We have many suggestions for you, from Champagne to start things off in a celebratory way (the Pol Roger Reserve Brut Champagne ($48.99)), to red or white wine, and finally port to end the night (2003 Croft Vintage Port ($72.99)). Pictured, the Pol Roger Reserve Brut Champagne ($48.99) ... (read more)

November is moving along and Thanksgiving is gradually creeping upon us. While there are many wine choices you can make for this meal, we think Burgundy offers some excellent choices including these: the 2017 Jadot Gevrey Chambertin ($69.99), the 2017 Jadot Gevrey Chambertin ($69.99), the 2017 Louis Jadot Meursault ($69.99), the 2018 Bachelet Monnot Chassange Montrachet ($76.99), the 2018 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Macon Prisse ($27.99), the 2018 Les Héritiers Comte Lafon Macon Chardonnay Clos de la Crochette ($34.99) and the 2018 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Pouilly Fuisse en Chatenay ($47.99). Pictured, the 2017 Jadot Gevrey Chambertin ($69.99) ... (read more)

This week we are focusing on the 2018 Cristom Mt. Jefferson Cuvée ($34.99). Named after Mount Jefferson located in the Cascade Range, this wine is crafted in a vibrant and expressive style, and pairs well with something simple like Salmon with a sauté of wild fall mushrooms, or fancy like a Spiced Squab with Onion Compote. Pictured, the 2018 Cristom Mt. Jefferson Cuvée ($34.99) ... (read more)

Bargains in Burgundy have been rather elusive lately, so we were happy that some of the wines of Dominique Lafon came into our orbit. These wines are perfect as we enter the autumn and winter months, and include the 2018 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Macon Prisse ($27.99), the 2018 Les Héritiers Comte Lafon Macon Chardonnay Clos de la Crochette ($34.99) and the 2018 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Pouilly Fuisse en Chatenay ($47.99). Pictured, the 2018 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Macon Prisse ($27.99) ... (read more)

Every once in a while something special comes along that while not for the everyday, they are always nice to read about. This week Francos Wine Merchants received some of the limited edition wines from both Harlan Estate and BOND Estate Pictured, the 2016 Harlan Estate ($4,500.00) ... (read more)

Now is the time to start to transition our wines towards those with a bit more weight, to go with the comfort foods of fall, and the 2018 Les Héritiers Comte Lafon Macon Chardonnay Clos de la Crochette ($34.99) is a perfect choice. Pictured, the 2018 Les Héritiers Comte Lafon Macon Chardonnay Clos de la Crochette ($34.99) ... (read more)

Labor Day Weekend is here, with summer starting to wind down, and while fall is a wonderful season we hope to have a few more weeks of warm weather before we start to break out the sweaters. But we here at Francos have talked about some fabulous wines over the past couple of months, so let us recap the highlights which will be perfect for your Labor Day Weekend, inclluding the 2019 Terres de Saint Louis Rosé ($13.99), the 2019 Granbazan Albariño ($19.99), the Broadbent Vinho Verde ($9.99), the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99) and more. Pictured, the 2019 Terres de Saint Louis Rosé ($13.99) ... (read more)

Today we are going to set our sights on the 2019 Granbazan Albariño ($19.99). This classic, crisp white wine from the Rias Baixas region in Northwest Spain is 100% Albariño grape. It's a lively, bright wine to enjoy at the end of a warm summer day, and is a great pairing for many foods. Pictured, the 2019 Granbazan Albariño ($19.99) ... (read more)

Today we present you with two wines made from the Gamay grape, the 2019 Jean Paul Brun L'Ancien Beaujolais ($16.99) and the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99). Because you can chill the wine without muting the true flavor of the grape, Gamay wine is perfect for a hot summer day. Pictured, the 2019 Jean Paul Brun L'Ancien Beaujolais ($16.99) ... (read more)

This is the time of year where we seek out wines that offer a refreshing respite from the summer heat and one of these wines is the 2019 Granbazan Albariño ($19.99), produced from the Albariño grape from Spain. Pictured, the 2019 Granbazan Albariño ($19.99) ... (read more)

The 4th of July is the highpoint of summer and whether you are packing up the car and traveling to the beach or only going as far as your backyard Francos Wine Merchants has some perfect wine choices for any destination. Here are the wines we have picked out: the 2020 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc ($30.99), the 2019 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Côtes de Provence ($49.99), the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99) and the 2019 Jean Paul Brun L'Ancien Beaujolais ($16.99). Pictured, the 2020 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc ($30.99) ... (read more)

Father's Day is this weekend and some Dads are Wine drinkers and some Dads are Whiskey drinkers, but no matter what is his favorite drink, Francos Wine Merchants has all the best on sale for Father's Day. For wines we have the 2016 Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ($49.99), the 2018 Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($79.99), the 2015 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ($149.99), the 2017 Domaine Tollot-Beaut Bourgogne ($37.99) and the 2018 Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir ($44.99). Pictured, the 2016 Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ($49.99) ... (read more)

As we put May behind us and head into June, the Summer season is right at our doorstep. While the temperatures beckon us to the backyard, why not throw on your favorite cut of steak and enjoy it with one of the gems of Napa Valley, the 2016 Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon ($44.99). Pictured, the 2016 Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon ($44.99) ... (read more)