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Signs of Spring are starting to appear. This week we saw our first crocus in the form of a fabulous Malbec. First, from the southwest of France, we have the 2018 Crocus Malbec de Cahors L'Atelier ($19.99). This is a stunning red wine that greets you with a dark, garnet color with lively aromas of violet, cherry blossom and wildflowers. Smooth flavors of black cherry, fresh raspberry, and ripe blueberry abound on the palate. There is a slight rustic earthiness on the underside which is present right through the finish which is bright with acidity and firm with tannins. Staying in France but moving north, we find the 2020 Domaine Yves Duport Bugey Blanc ($18.99), a fabulous, yet affordable, French Chardonnay that shows off a fresh, golden yellow color. The nose is clean and vibrant with nuances of green apple and citrus. Flavors of lemon verbena flood the palate wound tight around a core that boasts both minerality and acidity. If you are looking for a French Chardonnay that drinks well above its price point, you will find it in this bottle. Saturday, we pour the 2018 Crocus Malbec de Cahors L'Atelier ($19.99) and the 2020 Domaine Yves Duport Bugey Blanc ($18.99). Pictured, the 2018 Crocus Malbec de Cahors L'Atelier ($19.99) ... (read more)

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This week we return to Italy to bring you two wonderful wines. First, the 2017 La Valentina Montepulciano D'Abruzzo "Spelt" ($21.99). More robust and complex than your average Montepulciano D'Abruzzo, this wine is known for its deep ruby color and intense aroma. It offers up an enticing combination of red fruit, spice and herbs all encompassing a well-structured core and a good balance of acidity and tannins. Pair this up with red/game meats or your favorite aged cheese and you will be basking under the sunny skies of Italy before you know it. Next, we bring you the 2021 Villa Sparina Gavi di Gavi ($17.99). Made from the Cortese grape, this wine offers up a bright fresh scent of white peach and green apple. This dry wine enjoys a medium body and a crisp acidity that pairs perfectly with seafood, salad and light pasta dishes. Saturday, we pour the 2017 La Valentina Montepulciano D'Abruzzo "Spelt" ($21.99) and the 2021 Villa Sparina Gavi di Gavi ($17.99). Pictured, the 2017 La Valentina Montepulciano D'Abruzzo "Spelt" ($21.99) ... (read more)

We are here this week with two wines from France to help you close out February. First, the 2019 Château de Parenchère ($16.99) shows off a full and balanced flavor with lively fruit and classic nuances of terroir. The nose first greets you with an intense red fruit aroma with hints of cassis and black cherry balanced out by elegant, soft tannins. Next, the 2020 Jean Paul Brun Beaujolais Blanc Chardonnay ($17.99) greets you with an inviting, bright yellow hue and a waft of ripe citrus aromas. The flavors of orchard fruit come directly from the clay and limestone soil where the vines grow. Flavors of apple and pear entice the tastebuds and are followed up by a bright acidity and clean taste from the stainless steel aging. Saturday we pour the 2019 Château de Parenchère ($16.99) and the 2020 Jean Paul Brun Beaujolais Blanc Chardonnay ($17.99). Pictured, the 2019 Château de Parenchère ($16.99) ... (read more)

This week we're here to help you shop for Superbowl Sunday. If you're serving chili, burgers, or other red meat, we have plenty of red wines to pair with your menu, including the 2020 Coudoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhône ($29.99) and last week's feature, the 2018 Muga Reserva Rioja ($28.99). If your menu consists of chicken, fish, or a vegetarian dish, we have many white wines that would go great, including the 2019 Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay ($46.99) and the 2021 Perrin Cotes du Rhone Blanc ($12.99). If you're serving whiskey, then we have a great selection for you, including the Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon ($48.99) and the Sagamore Spirit Rye ($41.99). Saturday we pour the 2020 Coudoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhône ($29.99) and the 2021 Perrin Cotes du Rhone Blanc ($12.99). Pictured, the 2020 Coudoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhône ($29.99). Make sure to click through to see all our recommendations ... (read more)

January is coming to an end, and if you are looking for a way to elevate your Dry January and segue into February, we have the perfect transition. First up, the St Agrestis Phony Negroni ($4.99). This "mocktail" enjoys nuances of juniper, citrus, and floral notes and very much mimics the classic Negroni, but without the alcohol. For those preparing for the end of Dry January, we bring you the 2020 Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico ($22.99). Rich and vibrant, this wine evokes flavors of black cherry and plum, with undertones of earth and spice balanced out by the bright and lively fruit notes, and a long, enticing finish. Saturday we pour the St Agrestis Phony Negroni ($4.99) and the 2020 Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico ($22.99). Pictured, the St Agrestis Phony Negroni ($4.99) ... (read more)

Today we travel to Bordeaux and bring you two wines that drink above their price point to help brighten this dull January. First, the 2018 Château Mayne Vieil ($15.99). This Merlot based wine has minimal barrel aging which allows it to show off flavors of raspberry and black currant that are fresh and plush. We also bring you the 2016 Château Haut Plaisance ($18.99). This northern appellation wine is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. An amazing amount of structure comes out of this modest bottle and complex mouthfeel leads you into a pleasant herbal and tobacco finish. Saturday we pour the 2016 Château Haut Plaisance ($18.99) along with the Lobster Reef Sauvignon Blanc ($12.99). Pictured, the 2018 Château Mayne Vieil ($15.99) ... (read more)

December 25th is looming and for those of you still looking for gifts, Francos has a few suggestions. For serious collectors, we have several of the BOND Estate vineyards, and each 3 bottle wooden presentation case is on sale for $2250.00. Also for the serious collector, the 2020 Louis Jadot Corton Charlemagne Domaine des Heritiers ($316.99), 2020 Louis Jadot Puligny Montrachet Clos de la Garenne ($138.99), 2020 Jadot Chambolle Musigny Les Fuées ($162.99) and the 2020 Jadot Gevrey Chambertin Clos Saint Jacques ($269.99), are all fantastic selections from our shipment of Jadot Burgundy. If you need a bottle for the holiday table, the 2020 Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($79.99) will pair up with any roast from a simple Beef Filet to a Beef Wellington. But if duck, turkey or any type of poultry is on the menu, the 2020 Remi Jobard Bourgogne Cote d'Or "Vieilles Vignes" ($49.99) is a fine choice. Finally, if you need a bottle of champagne for the holidays, look no further than this wine from Wine Spectator's Top 10 of 2022 — the 2014 Louis Roederer Cristal ($349.99). Pictured, the 2020 Louis Jadot Corton Charlemagne Domaine des Heritiers ($316.99) ... (read more)

This week we feature two wines to help with your holiday party and menu planning. First, we have the 2020 Remi Jobard Bourgogne Cote d'Or "Vieilles Vignes" ($49.99). This exceptional white Burgundy first greets you with a ripe aroma of pear and apple, while hints of lemon and lime linger in the background as the soft floral wisps draw you into the glass. In the mouth the full style offers up suave and round flavors that easily seduce you into another sip. The flavors offer up superb complexity leading you into a clean, dry and citrus finale. Next, the 2018 Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon ($54.99) greets you with a classic Napa style with its dark red color and nose of blackberry and cherry. The nose of spice entices you into that first sip which is rife with intense dark fruit flavors and floral notes with hints of roasted nuts. The firm, yet silky tannins lead you into an elegant and seamless finish. Saturday we pour the 2020 Remi Jobard Bourgogne Cote d'Or "Vieilles Vignes" ($49.99) and the 2018 Sequoia Grove Cabernet Sauvignon ($54.99). Pictured, the 2020 Remi Jobard Bourgogne Cote d'Or "Vieilles Vignes" ($49.99) ... (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, we're here to help. If you like to start things off in a celebratory way, why not consider the 2014 Louis Roederer Cristal ($349.99)? Or maybe you like to start off your Thanksgiving mixing up a batch of Manhattans or a classic Old Fashioned, in which case you want to check out our selection of Rye & Bourbon on our Small Batch American Whiskey link. Does your crowd lean towards American White Wine for the turkey? If so you can select one of the many American white wines such as the 2021 Rombauer Carneros Chardonnay ($41.99) or the 2019 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($46.99). Is it American Red Wines your table enjoys? For you Cabernet lovers we have the 2020 Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($79.99) and the 2017 Heitz Cellar Napa Cabernet Sauvignon ($59.99). For you Pinot Noir lovers we have the 2021 Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir ($49.99) and the 2020 Merry Edwards Russian River Pinot Noir ($74.99). And if it's European Pinot Noir and Chardonnay you enjoy, definitely browse our selection of 2020 Jadot Burgundy. For the end of the night, nothing is more traditional than Port for the perfect conclusion to your Thanksgiving dinner, so be sure to also check out our entire list of Vintage Ports and Tawney Ports on our Port link. Pictured, the 2014 Louis Roederer Cristal ($349.99) ... (read more)

The many flavors of Fall are enhanced by the vineyards of Germany, most notably the Riesling grape. Starting in Mosel, Francos brings you a selection including the famous 2021 Dr. H. Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Kabinett ($48.99), the 2020 Dr. Thanisch Riesling ($19.99), the 2019 Selbach Oster Zeltinger Schlossberg Riesling Kabinett ($27.99), and the 2020 Selbach Incline Riesling ($12.99). We also bring you the the 2021 Dr. Crusius Sonnenfels Riesling ($19.99) from the Nahe region. Saturday we pour the 2019 Selbach Oster Zeltinger Schlossberg Riesling Kabinett ($27.99), the 2020 Selbach Incline Riesling ($12.99), and the 2019 EnRoute Pinot Noir "Les Pommiers" ($59.99). Pictured, the 2021 Dr. H. Thanisch Berncasteler Doctor Riesling Kabinett ($48.99) ... (read more)

This week, we stick to our October theme — wines to keep you warm as the nights cool. Today we present to you the 2019 Details Cabernet Sauvignon by Sinegal ($49.99). The 2019 Details is a carefully crafted blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon with the balance being Malbec, Merlot, Petite Syrah and Petite Verdot. The nose on this wine is a sensual elegance of ripe raspberry and plum with a touch of subtle oak, sage and allspice. In the mouth, the flavors of black currant and blueberry compote take over and marry perfectly with the earthly mineral notes that explode on the palate. The nose and flavors of this stunning Cabernet Sauvignon carry right through to the end as the fresh acidity elevates the finish. Saturday, we pour the 2019 Details Cabernet Sauvignon by Sinegal ($49.99) and the 2019 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($46.99). Pictured, the 2019 Details Cabernet Sauvignon by Sinegal ($49.99) ... (read more)

Autumn nights sometimes need a zip to give us some warmth. That brings us to our feature this week, the 2019 Rebellious Red ($19.99). This red wine boasts a blend of 42% Zinfandel, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 7% Petite Sirah 7% Syrah, 7% Mourvedre and 1% Sauvignon Blanc, that lives up to its name. This wine offers up abundant aromas of dark cherry, brown sugar and dark chocolate that slowly draw you in. The bright and vibrant mouthfeel treats the tastebuds to flavors of fresh blueberries and allspice before inviting in the lush, ripe fruit flavor that leads you into a luxurious finish. Saturday, we pour the 2019 Rebellious Red ($19.99) and the 2022 Honig Sauvignon Blanc ($21.99). Pictured, the 2019 Rebellious Red ($19.99) ... (read more)

Today we visit Paso Robles, California, to bring you the 2020 Daou Vineyards Bodyguard ($36.99). First to pique your curiosity in this bold and brooding blend is the vivid deep purple color. Upon pouring the wine, a nose of blueberry, blackberry and chocolate first greet the olfactory senses. In the mouth, flavors of black plum, dried cherry and sage tantalize the taste buds. Soon after, the blend of Petit Verdot and Petite Sirah reveal further layers of complexity, all supported by a firm structure and finely polished tannins. Saturday, we pour the 2020 Daou Vineyards Bodyguard ($36.99) along with the 2018 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($29.99).Pictured, the 2020 Daou Vineyards Bodyguard ($36.99) ... (read more)

This week we're excited to bring you two of the first 2020 Burgundy to be released, both from Moulin aux Moines, in the heart of the Côte de Beaune. Their white Burgundy, the 2020 Clos du Moulin Aux Moines Clos de la Perriere Monopole ($34.99), shows off a rich, yellow hue with aromatic notes of acacia and almonds that direct your tastebuds to a well-balanced mouthfeel and a notably firm finish. We've also just received their red Burgundy, the 2020 Clos du Moulin Aux Moines Bourgogne Aux Seurrets ($32.99). This wine, a Pinot Noir, offers up flavors of red cherry fruit, earth, and cocoa notes. All these flavors are braced by a nice and balanced acidity with a core of firm, but fine tannins. Saturday we pour the 2020 Clos du Moulin Aux Moines Clos de la Perriere Monopole ($34.99) and the 2020 Clos du Moulin Aux Moines Bourgogne Aux Seurrets ($32.99). Pictured, the 2020 Clos du Moulin Aux Moines Clos de la Perriere Monopole ($34.99) ... (read more)

This week we want to help you close out the summer strong and celebrate Labor Day by recapping some of our highlights from this season. If you're looking for a Rosé — always a classic lobster pairing — we have the 2021 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Côtes de Provence ($49.99), the 2021 Aix Rosé ($19.99) or 2021 Minuty Cotes de Provence Rosé ($19.99), and, from the Loire, the 2021 Bourgeois Sancerre Rosé Les Jeunes Vignes ($19.99). If you need a Sauvignon Blanc to go with seafood or bring to the clambake, we have the 2020 La Perriere Sancerre ($31.99) and the 2021 Le Roi des Pierres Sancerre ($29.99), both Sancerres from the Loire, or the 2019 William Fevre Saint Bris ($19.99) from Burgundy. Looking for a red to go with burgers or steaks on the grill? Some terrific selections are the 2020 Jean Paul Brun L'Ancien Beaujolais ($16.99), the 2019 Château de Roquefort Les Mûres ($22.99), and the 2020 Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($79.99). Saturday we pour the 2021 Bourgeois Sancerre Rosé Les Jeunes Vignes ($19.99) and the 2019 Château de Roquefort Les Mûres ($22.99). Pictured, the 2021 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Côtes de Provence ($49.99) ... (read more)

We're excited to announce the arrival of the 2021 Hippolyte Reverdy Sancerre Rosé ($34.99). One of the most popular Rosé wines of the season, it's in limited supply and won't last long. Comprised entirely of Pinot Noir, with a light pink color and aromas of strawberry, this wine is rife with flavors of red fruit and a noted touch of minerality. While delicate enough to serve with swordfish, grilled halibut and Chilean sea bass, the firm structure of the Pinot Noir allows you to also serve it with a variety of red meats and would be a perfect pairing for a grilled skirt steak with a fresh parsley gremolata. Saturday we pour the 2021 Château Nicot White Bordeaux ($10.99) and the 2021 Minuty Cotes de Provence Rosé ($19.99). Pictured, the 2021 Hippolyte Reverdy Sancerre Rosé ($34.99)... (read more)

We travel to Côtes de Provence to bring you this week's featured wine, the 2019 Château de Roquefort Les Mûres ($22.99). A blend of Grenache, Carignan, and Syrah, this wine first greets you with a rich, deep purple color. The sustained nose of red fruit is pristine and crisp on the palate, but the real enjoyment comes from the great elegance and purity, and perfect tannins that linger in the mouth. This wine is meant for current drinking and would be perfect to enjoy with any casual summer meal that is centered around red meats. Join us Saturday as we pour the 2019 Château de Roquefort Les Mûres ($22.99) along with the 2021 Muga Rioja Blanco ($16.99). Pictured, the 2019 Château de Roquefort Les Mûres ($22.99) ... (read more)

The Annual Sidewalk Sale is here, and we'll be pouring two wines on Saturday, July 23rd from 1:00 - 5:00PM at our Weekly Wine Tasting. First up, the 2021 La Val Albariño ($15.99) is a terrific dry white wine with aromas of citrus and hints of calky minerality. With flavors of zesty lemon and Anjou Pear, and a clean, racy finish, this is the perfect refreshing wine as summer gets into full swing. We're also pouring the 2020 Iris Vinyards Pinot Noir ($21.99), a bright ruby red from Oregon's Willamette Valley. Aromas of raspberry, plum, and blackberry lead you into a deep rich flavor and long palate — perfect for summertime fare. Pictured, the 2021 La Val Albariño ($15.99) ... (read more)

This week's featured wine comes from Masseria Li Veli, a vineyard in "the heel of the boot" of southern Italy. The 2021 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($22.99), produced from an indigenous grape called Verdeca. Many local factors contribute to what makes this wine so special, starting with its inviting, bright yellow color. After admiring the enticing color, the nuances of tropical fruit and citrus start to beckon you to the full-flavored mouthfeel which is complimented by well-balanced acidity. This wine would pair perfectly with the bright lemon flavor of your favorite Greek chicken recipe and will also shine with a classic Pasta Carbonara or Cacio e Pepe recipe. Saturday, we pour our featured wine, the 2021 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($22.99), along with the 2020 Vietti Barbera d'Asti Tre Vigne ($18.99). Pictured, the 2021 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($22.99) ... (read more)

The warm weather is here and rosé season has started offering a respite on hot summer evenings. Today we are going to focus on a rosé from Domaines Ott, the 2021 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Côtes de Provence ($49.99). This particular estate was acquired by Marcel Ott in 1912 and the soil is a mix of gypsum, red clay, dolomite, and sandstone all in gravel and stone. The estate enjoys a microclimate of mild winters, early springs and warm, dry summers with plenty of sunshine. The growing conditions combined with the various grape varieties are what bring the magic to this highly rated rosé. At this Saturday's tasting, we pour the 2021 Planet Oregon Pinot Noir ($22.99) and a Burgundian white, the 2019 William Fevre Saint Bris ($19.99). Pictured, the 2021 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Côtes de Provence ($49.99) ... (read more)

Christian Moueix has an unparalleled record producing wine spanning decades and continents. This week we visit his Dominus Napanook, at the foothills of the Maracamas Mountains, where he produces the 2019 Dominus Napanook ($99.99). Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with about 10% Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the 2019 Dominus Napanook ($99.99) first greets you with punctuated notes of marjoram and candied orange peel that rise from the glass. Once in the mouth, flavors of earth and dark tobacco take root, and the deep red fruit flavors are the perfect segue into the wine's chewy tannins which carry you directly to the finish. Fans of full-bodied California Cabernets won't want to miss this, or the 2019 Dominus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($349.99). Both have limited availability so don't miss out! This Saturday we pour the 2019 Colli di Lapio Irpinia Campi Taurasini ($22.99) and the 2019 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($29.99). Pictured, the 2019 Dominus Napanook ($99.99) ... (read more)

Memorial Day weekend is here, and we're back in Sancerre to bring you the 2021 Bourgeois Sancerre Rosé Les Jeunes Vignes ($19.99). One hunfred percent Pinot Noir grapes, and exacting production methods bring you this stunning Rosé. First greeting you with its brilliant pink color and nuances of red berry, this wine treats the tastebuds to a delicate balance of salinity and minerality, leading to a dry, crisp finish. The 2021 Bourgeois Sancerre Rosé Les Jeunes Vignes ($19.99) is the wine to help whisk away the summer heat. Saturday, we pour the 2021 Bourgeois Sancerre Rosé Les Jeunes Vignes ($19.99) as well a a delicious Sanit Emilion red, the 2016 Château Haut Plaisance ($18.99). Pictured, the 2021 Bourgeois Sancerre Rosé Les Jeunes Vignes ($19.99) ... (read more)

Chuck Wagner founded Caymus Vineyards almost 50 years ago; in that time the Wagner family has produced some of the most celebrated wines in Napa. Their most recent release, the 2020 Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($79.99) continues the legacy. This Cabernet Sauvignon is produced with special harvesting technique which, along with the climate and soil of Napa, come together to produce a deep red wine with layers of flavors consisting of cocoa, cassis and ripe berry. Our limited inventory will go quickly. Saturday we're tasting the 2018 Château Fongaban ($17.99) and the 2020 Château de la Ragotière Muscadet Sèvre Et Maine ($13.99). Pictured, the 2020 Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($79.99) ... (read more)

This week's featured wine, the 2019 Hippolyte Reverdy Sancerre Rouge ($29.99), comes from the Sancerre region in the Loire. Domaine Riverdy produces this 100% Pinot Noir from vines with an average age of 30 years, giving us a bright and inviting cherry red wine that pulls us in with flavors of vibrant red fruit and eases into a gentle finish. Saturday, in addition to the 2019 Hippolyte Reverdy Sancerre Rouge ($29.99), we'll also be tasting the 2019 William Fevre Saint Bris ($19.99), a delicious French Sauvignon Blanc. Pictured, the 2019 Hippolyte Reverdy Sancerre Rouge ($29.99) ... (read more)

This week we're featuring white wines produced by Dominique Lafon in the Mâonnais district of Burgundy. First, the 2020 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Macon Prisse ($32.99) has a fleshy, bright flavor. Next, the 2020 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Saint Véran ($42.99) showcases a well balanced flavor of fruit and terroir, coming from vines no younger than 25 years. Finally, the 2020 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Pouilly Fuisse en Chatenay ($54.99) comes from 50+ year old vines deliver an elegant and textured, full-bodied wine. Saturday we taste the 2018 Château La Vielle Cure ($36.99) and the 2019 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($29.99). Pictured, the 2020 Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon Macon Prisse ($32.99) ... (read more)

This week we will celebbate the return of our Saturday Wine Tastings with a visit to Southern Italy, specifically the vineyard of Colli di Lapio in the region of Campania. We'll have two wines open, the 2020 Colli di Lapio Fiano di Avellino ($19.99) and the 2019 Colli di Lapio Irpinia Campi Taurasini ($22.99). The 2020 Colli di Lapio Fiano di Avellino ($19.99) would make a great pairing for almost any seafood dish as well as many of your white meat recipes and is a perfect choice for an Italian white. The 2019 Colli di Lapio Irpinia Campi Taurasini ($22.99) is a full-bodied red wine and pairs well with rich meats with a high fat content such as a traditional beef braciola dinner. If you are fan of earth-driven, rustic Italian wines, this is the wine you want to try. Pictured, the 2020 Colli di Lapio Fiano di Avellino ($19.99) ... (read more)

Our featured wine this week is the 2018 Paul Hobbs River Valley Chardonnay ($53.99). This vineyard site is bordered by the Pacific ocean on one side and the Mayacamas Mountain range on the other side. This means that all day long the grapes soak up the heat and the sunshine; then at night they enjoy a gentle cooldown as the fog and the coastal breeze moves in. This unique micro-climate helps produce a Chardonnay that is bright and vibrant in the glass with lush flavors of white peach and with notes of almond and herbs on the nose. This wine's silky palate also enjoys a balanced, natural acidity that leads you directly into a long, lingering finish. The 2018 Paul Hobbs River Valley Chardonnay ($53.99) is the perfect wine as we start to transition from our winter to spring menus. Pictured, the 2018 Paul Hobbs River Valley Chardonnay ($53.99) ... (read more)

South of San Francisco in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, we find the home of Domaine Eden. Purchased by Mount Eden Estates in 2007, the vineyards of Domaine Eden were founded and built by the late Tom Mudd in 1983 when it was the former Cinnabar Winery. Now under the Domaine Eden label, this winery has a major focus on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This week our featured wines are the 2018 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($29.99), perfect paired with roast chicken or grilled swordfish, and the 2018 Domaine Eden Pinot Noir ($39.99), perfect with steak. Pictured, the 2018 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($29.99) ... (read more)

Moulin Aux Moines is located in the heart of the Cote de Beaune, specifically in the village of Auxey Duresses. Owned by the Abbey of Cluny in the 10th century, this domaine was purchased by the Andrieu Family in 2008. Since purchasing the domain, the Andrieu family's focus has been on restoring the ancestral values of these legendary wines by returning to the organic and biodynamic principles on which the domaine was founded. This brings us to our featured wine, the 2019 Clos du Moulin Aux Moines Bourgogne Aux Seurrets ($28.99). The Aux Seurrets is from a vineyard in the village of Pommard from vines planted 50 years ago. The age of these vines is what helps produce the earthy undertones found in this Bourgogne. As you pour this wine into the glass, aromas of red cherry fruit and notes of cocoa rise up to greet your olfactory senses. And don't let the modest price fool you; this wine drinks well above its price point and is perfect for so many of your winter night menus. Pictured, the 2019 Clos du Moulin Aux Moines Bourgogne Aux Seurrets ($28.99) ... (read more)

This week we are featuring the Sono 1420 BBN Bourbon ($64.99), a whiskey from a small craft distillary right in our own backyard. While technically not a bourbon because the mash bill includes 10% milled hemp seed, the balance of this whiskey is a classic 75% Corn and 15% Rye. This unusual blend produces a whiskey with a very unexpected light and floral nose with nuances of honeysuckle and dried fruit, especially cherry. On the palate, all the classic bourbon flavors of vanilla, cinnamon and honey are present. But instead of trailing off to the usual butterscotch/caramel finish, the flavor journey takes a turn towards an interesting nutty flavor. Pictured, the Sono 1420 BBN Bourbon ($64.99) ... (read more)

January is here and time for comfort foods and casual wines to take center stage as we slip into the cold, snowy nights of winter. While classic comfort foods come from many regions, we can all agree that many of our favorites are from Italy, so why not pair your favorite pasta and tomato dishes with an equally comfortable Italian wine. The 2019 Cantina Sociale de Gattinara Vino Rosso ($19.99), our featured wine this week, is comprised exclusively of grapes grown in the Alto Piedmont, and is predominantly Nebbiolo grape blended with other local, indigenous grapes. You can pair it with any classic Italian meal. Pictured, the 2019 Cantina Sociale de Gattinara Vino Rosso ($19.99) ... (read more)

If you still are in need of Champagne to ring in the New Year, Francos Wine Merchants has your selection at hand. If you want to ring in 2022 in style, then the 2012 Dom Perignon ($299.99) is how to do it. The 2010 vintage garnered a 92 point rating from Robert Parker and is ready to enjoy now. Other Champagne selections include the Laurent Perrier Cuvée Rosé Brut ($84.99), the Ruinart Rosé ($99.99) and the Pol Roger Reserve Brut Champagne ($65.99), our biggest seller of the season for a non-vintage champagne. Pictured, the 2012 Dom Perignon ($299.99) ... (read more)

December 25th is just over a week away and the clock is ticking. For those of you still looking to knock off the last few items on your gift list, Francos has a few suggestions. If you have red wine lovers on your list, we recommend two wines from the west coast: the 2018 Far Niente Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($119.99) from California and the 2018 Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir ($89.99) from Oregon. If you are shopping for a serious collector of wine, we have several of the BOND Estate vineyard sites: Melbury, >Pluribus, Quella, St. Eden, and Vecina. We also have a good selection of Bourbon, Rye and Single Malt Scotches. Pictured, the 2018 Far Niente Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($119.99) ... (read more)

Our feature wine this week is the 2017 Il Poggione Brunello Di Montalcino ($89.99). This star wine from the Tenuta Il Poggione is produced exclusively from Sangiovese grapes picked by hand from the vineyards' oldest vines. While ready to enjoy now, the warm, well-balanced flavor is home to firm and youthful tannins that will mellow out with aging for those of you patient enough to wait. This wine is tailor made for red meats and even game meats as well as mature cheeses. And, if there is a lover of classic Italian wines on your holiday gift list, the 2017 Il Poggione Brunello Di Montalcino ($89.99) will put a smile on their face. Pictured, the 2017 Il Poggione Brunello Di Montalcino ($89.99) ... (read more)

As your Thanksgiving menu comes together, you may want to consider making room for something special. The Champagne House of Louis Roederer has been making champagne since 1833 and his Cuvées have been sought after ever since. Our featured wine, the 2014 Louis Roederer Cristal ($349.99) is the pinnacle of the Louis Roederer portfolio. The 2013 Vintage has set a new standard, receiving a 98 point rating from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, and we could not help but purchase all the remaining stock available in Connecticut! The aroma of clear honey and crisp, green orchard fruit are your first introduction to this amazing vintage. It's a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and winemaker Jean-Baptiste Lecaillon has once again outdone himself. The broad, textural and muscular style of this champagne is ready to stand up to any celebration from Thanksgiving through the holiday season. Pictured, the 2014 Louis Roederer Cristal ($349.99) ... (read more)

Traveling to Bordeaux we land on the right bank of the Gironde River. Adjacent to the regions of Saint Emilion and Pomerol we find the appellation of Fronsac, the home of our featured wine and the first of our suggestions for your holiday table: the 2018 Château La Vielle Cure ($36.99). The vines are an average of 40+ years old and thrive in the heavy limestone soil. The wine is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave it a solid 92+ rating; try a bottle and you will see why. Pictured, the 2018 Château La Vielle Cure ($36.99) ... (read more)

Autumn and Burgundy seem to go hand in hand as fall is the time that wines are released from this historic French region. This week we are featuring the wines of Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard: the 2019 Domaine Fontaine Gagnard Bourgogne Rouge ($31.99) and the 2019 Domaine Fontaine Gagnard Chassagne Montrachet Rouge ($59.99), both red wines, and the 2019 Domaine Fontaine Gagnard Chassagne Montrachet Blanc ($73.99) and the 2019 Domaine Fontaine Gagnard Chassagne Montrachet Les Vergers 1er ($97.99), both white wines. Pictured, the 2019 Domaine Fontaine Gagnard Bourgogne Rouge ($31.99) ... (read more)

While Bordeaux often conjures up thoughts of higher end wines from the many famous regions and chateaux of France, there are plenty of modest wines that we can enjoy as we explore the region, such as the 2018 Château Mayne Vieil ($15.99), 2018 Château Fongaban ($17.99), 2016 Château Haut Plaisance ($18.99), and the 2019 Château de Parenchère ($16.99). Pictured, the 2018 Château Mayne Vieil ($15.99) ... (read more)

This week's featured wine is the 2019 Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay ($46.99), from the southern tip of Napa Valley. The Chardonnay vines grow in the estate's American Canyon and Carneros vineyards near San Pablo Bay. The cool maritime breezes and morning fog allow the grapes to slowly ripen, producing complex flavors and a natural acidity that is impossible to achieve in warmer climates. The wine displays ripe peach, mango and tropical flavors. A note of minerality means this wine can be enjoyed with fresh seafood as well as chicken and grilled pork. So while the days are still warm, and the nights have a pleasant crispness in the air, our suggestion is to have a bottle of the 2019 Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay ($46.99) on hand for those mid-September evenings on the patio. Pictured, the 2019 Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay ($46.99) ... (read more)

Labor Day Weekend is here and while the calendar says summer is winding down you can easily extend it. We here at Francos Wine Merchants 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. Pictured, the 2020 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Côtes de Provence ($49.99) ... (read more)

One of our favorite wines for the season is Vinho Verde: the delicious white wine from Portugal tailor-made for summer weather. This week we are featuring the Broadbent Vinho Verde ($10.99) which you can pair with monkfish, sea bass, fresh cod or even many basic shrimp salad recipes. Pictured, the Broadbent Vinho Verde ($10.99) ... (read more)