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Thanksgiving is a week away and if you have yet to explore your #Wine choices, take 60 seconds out of your day and listen to this week's Wine Minute from Francos Wine Merchants #NewCanaan
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About Francos
Service, selection and competitive pricing have been our legacy for over 80 years.
Francos specializes in fine wine and single malt scotch, with selections from throughout the world. We have excellent wines from France – with a large selection from the Burgundy and Bordeaux regions – and from Italy, Australia, Spain, and the US including many outstanding California wines.
While we have wine from the larger known vineyards such as Cakebread, Caymus, Silver Oak, Far Niente, Jadot, and Latour, we also have a wide selection of boutique wines from throughout the world. Our champagne selection includes Dom Perignon, Cristal, and Grand Dame from Veuve Clicquot.
We also take pride in our wide selection of single malt scotch.
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Thanksgiving Week Holiday Hours
Monday - Wednesday 10:00AM-6:00PM
Thursday (Thanksgiving) Closed
Friday - Saturday 10:00AM-6:00PM
Note that we will be open on the Monday before Thanksgiving!
Francos is open Tuesday - Saturday 10am-6pm
Closed Sunday & Monday
Please read below for our Delivery & Curbside during Covid-19
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)
Last Minute Thanksgiving Selections from Francos
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)
Thanksgiving Thoughts from California & Oregon
Here we are, Thanksgiving is next week and although the gatherings will look different for us this year, Francos can still help make the day as festive as possible. Last week we looked at some wine choices from Burgundy, so this week we have several excellent choices from California and Oregon including: the 2017 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($41.99), the 2018 Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir ($44.99) and the 2018 Cristom Mt. Jefferson Cuvée ($34.99). Pictured, the 2017 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($41.99) ... (read more)
Thanksgiving Thoughts from Burgundy
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)
Coudoulet de Beaucastel — There's no place like Rhône
This is the perfect time to explore wines from the Rhône, located in southern France, and this week we have chosen the 2018 Coudoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhone ($29.99). The full flavor of the plush style of this wine comes from the cepage which is a blend of several of the classic Rhône grapes, Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah and Cinsault. If you are thinking of a fall comfort meal of Braised Lamb Shanks, or perhaps you want to start considering wines for your Thanksgiving holiday, we suggest that you stop in and pick up a bottle. Pictured, the 2018 Coudoulet de Beaucastel Cotes du Rhone ($29.99) ... (read more)
Cristom Mt. Jefferson Cuvée Pinot Noir — return to Oregon
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)
Château de Parenchère - Share the Love
Our featured wine this week is the 2016 Château de Parenchère ($14.99). Located about 25 miles from Saint-Emilion at the crossroads of Gironde and Dordogne, the property that comprises Château de Parenchère rises in the heart of a green and hilly landscape. The wine displays intense red fruit aromas of cassis and black cherry that are balanced out by elegant, soft tannins. It is perfect for the simple dishes you might serve at a mid-week dinner. Pictured, the 2016 Château de Parenchère ($14.99) ... (read more)
Dominique Lafon — Biodynamic from Burgundy
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)
2017 Jadot Gevrey-Chambertin — Last Call
We have just purchased the last remaining cases of a terrific red Burgundy, and we don't want you to miss out. Take a look at the 2017 Jadot Gevrey Chambertin ($69.99) which shows off the pure expression of terroir that only the best Burgundy in the best years can offer. Pictured, the 2017 Jadot Gevrey Chambertin ($69.99) ... (read more)
The Rare Wines of BOND & Harlan Estate
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)
The Return of Frank Family Cabernet Sauvignon
This week we are featuring wine from one of our favorite estates, Frank Family Vineyards in Napa Valley. Their 2016 Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon ($44.99) is a blend of primarily Cabernet Sauvignon (90%) along with the remaining 10% being Cabernet Franc and Merlot. We also have their 2018 Frank Family Vineyards Chardonnay ($29.99). Pictured, the 2016 Frank Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon ($44.99) ... (read more)
The Fall Arrival of Lafon Mâcon Chardonnay "Clos de la Crochette"
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)
Welcome September with 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay
September is underway and we can feel it in the cool mornings and chilly evenings, a subtle sign from Mother Nature to start transitioning out of our summer habits and into fall. One way we do that is with our wine and a perfect choice is the incredible 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99). Pictured, the 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99) ... (read more)
Wines for your Labor Day Weekend
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)
Celebrate August with the 2018 Frank Family Vineyards Chardonnay
August is winding down and while the days are still warm the nights cool off quickly as the sun starts to set a little earlier. As the mercury dips to more comfortable evening temperatures we can start turning back to wines with a little more weight; enter the 2018 Frank Family Vineyards Chardonnay ($29.99). Pictured, the 2018 Frank Family Vineyards Chardonnay ($29.99) ... (read more)
Summer lives on with Granbazàn Albariño
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)
The Wines of François Carillon
We had a nice surprise this week: the arrival at our doorstep of some of the wines of François Carillon. François farms 15 hectares in Burgundy and we recently purchased three of his white wines from his 2018 vintage: the 2018 Francois Carillon Bourgogne ($29.99), the 2018 Francois Carillon Chassagne Montrachet ($69.99) and the 2018 Francois Carillon Puligny Montrachet ($74.99). Pictured, the 2018 Francois Carillon Bourgogne ($29.99) ... (read more)
Gamay — The Perfect Red for Summer
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)
2018 Louis Max Chablis Saint Jean — Take a quick trip to the Shore
This week we are recommending a fabulous white wine from Burgundy, the 2018 Louis Max Chablis Saint Jean ($23.99). It pairs well with oysters and seafood, and also with simple goat cheese or even a creamy, rich wedge of gruyere. Pictured, the 2018 Louis Max Chablis Saint Jean ($23.99) ... (read more)
2019 Granbzranban Albarino — Spain's Wine for the Season
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)
Broadbent Vinho Verde — Ease into Summer
Our wine of the week is the Broadbent Vinho Verde ($9.99), a wine to pair with your casual dinners and backyard get-togethers. This delicious white wine from Portugal is perfect for summer weather. Pictured, the Broadbent Vinho Verde ($9.99) ... (read more)
Wines for your 4th of July
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)
Welcome Summer with Domaines Ott Chateau de Selle Rosé
Summer has officially started, and while this year gatherings may be more subdued that usual, what has not changed is the arrival of some of our favorite wines of the summer season including the classic wine of summer, rosé. This week we are featuriing a wine from one of the most prized vineyards of Domaines Ott in Provence, the 2019 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Côtes de Provence ($49.99). Pictured, the 2019 Domaines Ott Château de Selle Côtes de Provence ($49.99) ... (read more)
Father's Day Gift Ideas & Phase 2 Changes from Francos
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)
Discover The Wines of Domaine Eden
This week we are featuring the wines of Domain Eden: the 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99) and the 2016 Domaine Eden Cabernet Sauvignon ($42.99), from South of San Francisco in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Pictured, the 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99) ... (read more)
Frank Family Cabernet Sauvignon — Napa's Best Kept Secret
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)
Summer Rosé - Pretty in Pink
The temperatures are rising and as the mercury goes up our minds wander to wines that will cool us down. Enter Rosé, whether it's classic Rosé from Provence or a New World Rosé from the states, it's always a harbinger of summertime. Here are some favorites that we have in stock now: the 2019 Aix Rosé ($19.99), the 2019 Minuty Cotes de Provence Rosé ($19.99), the 2019 Miraval Rosé ($24.99), the 2019 Wölffer Estate Rosé ($17.99) and the 2019 Wölffer Estate Rosé Summer in a Bottle ($25.99) Pictured, the 2019 Aix Rosé ($19.99) ... (read more)
Muscadet & Sancerre — Break out the Lobsters!
Just in time for your Memorial Day Barbeque, Francos Wine Merchants has some new arrivals which are a perfect match for so many of your seafood favorites that may be on the menu this holiday weekend. All from the Loire, they are the 2019 Henri Bourgeois Les Baronnes Sancerre ($25.99), the 2018 Luneau Papin Terre de Pierre Muscadet ($22.99) and the 2018 Luneau Papin "La Grange" Vielles Vignes Muscadet ($16.99) Pictured, the 2019 Henri Bourgeois Les Baronnes Sancerre ($25.99) ... (read more)
Tollot-Beaut Bourgogne — New Arrival from Burgundy
Nothing beats the flavor of a delicious Red Burgundy and even better when it's at an attractive price. Last week we had some luck from Domaine Tollot-Beaut with the 2017 Domaine Tollot-Beaut Bourgogne ($37.99). Pictured, the 2017 Domaine Tollot-Beaut Bourgogne ($37.99) ... (read more)
Kistler Chardonnay for Mom
The 2018 Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay ($59.99) is an excellent wine to serve with the Mother's Day meal you are preparing. We also recommend our favorite sparkling wine, the Bohigas Cava Reserva ($14.99). Pictured, the 2018 Kistler Les Noisetiers Chardonnay ($59.99) ... (read more)
More Choices for Your Home Meals
Don't let dinners become humdrum while you are at home; there are always ways to spice up your meals and a tasty bottle of wine goes a long way in doing just that. We will always be here with suggestions no matter what is on the menu; here are three suggestions: the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99), the 2017 The Arsonist Red Blend ($19.99) and the 2018 Domane Wachau Grüner Veltliner Federspiel ($16.99). Pictured, the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99) ... (read more)
What's on the Menu?
Since trips to the grocery store have basically gone down to once a week, we are often saddled with making dinner with what is at hand or ordering takeout. However you are tackling dinner, we have wines to make the meal more satisfying. Here are two wines to consider: the 2018 Domaine Roger Neveu Sancerre Cote des Embouffants ($23.99) and the 2017 Masciarelli Montepulciano D'Abruzzo ($10.99). Pictured, the 2018 Domaine Roger Neveu Sancerre Cote des Embouffants ($23.99) ... (read more)
Wines for your "At Home" meals
We are all at home every night. Some nights we have made it to the supermarket and have everything at hand to follow a recipe; some nights it's whatever can be made with what is in the pantry; and some nights we are supporting our local restaurants and picking up take-out. However you are managing your meals there are always some good wine choices that can accompany them. Here are a few suggestions: the 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99), the 2019 Alois Lageder Pinot Grigio ($14.99), the 2018 Jean Paul Brun Terres Dorées Bourgogne Pinot Noir ($21.99) and the 2018 Kermit Lynch Côtes du Rhône ($13.99). Pictured, the 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99) ... (read more)
Update from Francos Wine Merchants
Because of the Covid-19 health crisis, we are temporarily suspending our weekly tastings. You can click on "read more" below to read our full statement and also read about our featured Italian wine, the 2016 La Valentina Montepulciano D'Abruzzo "Spelt" ($21.99). ... (read more)
2017 Petalos del Bierzo - Discover Northern Spain
Come take a trip to Spain and please join us Saturday February 29th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2018 Petalos del Bierzo ($19.99) ... (read more)
Jordan Cabernet & Chardonnay - Cross the River and Come for a Taste
Please join us Saturday February 22nd 1:00-5:00PM as we pour both the 2017 Jordan Chardonnay ($31.99) and the 2015 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon ($58.99) and come see why Jordan Vineyard & Winery maintains a relentless quest to improve with every vintage. Pictured, the 2017 Jordan Chardonnay ($31.99) ... (read more)
Rural Italy & France - Two Fabulous Wines for $11.99
Please join us Saturday February 15th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour both the 2018 Garofoli Farnio Rosso Piceno ($11.99) and the 2018 Château d'Oupia ($11.99). Pictured, the 2018 Garofoli Farnio Rosso Piceno ($11.99) ... (read more)
Oregon vs. California — the Pinot Noir Debate Continues
Please join us Saturday February 1st 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2018 Sokol Blosser Evolution Pinot Noir ($17.99) and the 2019 Drew Mid-Elevation Pinot Noir ($29.99). Pictured, the 2018 Sokol Blosser Evolution Pinot Noir ($17.99) ... (read more)
Duckhorn - Cade - Dunn - Battle of the Napa Valley Cabernets
Please join us Saturday February 1st 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2016 Duckhorn Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($64.99) the 2016 Cade Estate Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ($108.99) and the 2015 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ($149.99). Pictured, the 2016 Duckhorn Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($64.99) ... (read more)
CrossBarn Pinot Noir — The Other Side of Paul Hobbs
Please join us Saturday January 25th 1:00-5:00pm as we pour the 2018 Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Pinot Noir Sonoma ($29.99) from Sonoma California. Pictured, the 2018 Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Pinot Noir Sonoma ($29.99) ... (read more)
Forgues Gamay & Tascante Ghiaia Nera - A Quick Trip to Loire & Sicily
Please join us Saturday January 18th 1:00-5:00pm as we pour both the 2017 Tascante Ghiaia Nera ($19.99) and the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99). Pictured, the 2017 Tascante Ghiaia Nera ($19.99) ... (read more)
Les Hérétiques & Muga Blanco - Ease into the New Year
Please join us Saturday January 11th 1:00-5:00pm as we pour both the 2019 Muga Rioja Blanco ($15.99) and the 2018 Les Hérétiques ($9.99). Pictured, the 2019 Muga Rioja Blanco ($15.99) ... (read more)
Ring in the 2020 with the Most Popular Champagnes of the Season
The holiday week leading up to New Year's Eve always seems to go by quickly, and you don't want to be caught short. If you still are in need of Champagne for your celebration then look no further than the 2012 Louis Roederer Cristal ($249.99), the Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée ($59.99), or the . Pictured, the 2012 Louis Roederer Cristal ($249.99) ... (read more)
Drouhin, Cade, Eden & more — Come taste and shop
Please join us on Saturday December 21st 1:00-5:00PM for our Weekly Wine Tasting with returning host Mr. Alex Meier-Tomkins, Fine Wine Manager of Slocum & Sons as he pours some of the top wines of the season including the 2015 Joseph Drouhin Vosne Romanée ($74.99), the 2015 Mount Eden Estate Pinot Noir ($59.99), the 2016 Vietti Barolo Castiglione ($55.99), the 2016 Cade Estate Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ($108.99), the 2016 Le Petit Haut Lafitte Blanc ($51.99) and the 2018 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($31.99). Pictured, the 2015 Joseph Drouhin Vosne Romanée ($74.99) ... (read more)
Last Minute Thanksgiving Selections from Francos
Thanksgiving is upon us and we have many recommendations to help you celebrate the holiday, starting with the Pol Roger Reserve Brut Champagne ($48.99). And we'll have a Wine Tasting on Saturday November 30th 1:00-5:00PM when we will be pouring the newly arrived 2016 Château de Parenchère ($14.99). Pictured, the Pol Roger Reserve Brut Champagne ($48.99) ... (read more)
Cade, Domaine Serene, Vietti & More — A Thanksgiving Tasting
Please join us this Saturday November 23rd 1:00-5:00PM as we welcome back as our host Mr. Alex Meier-Tomkins, Fine Wine Manager of Slocum & Sons. Alex will be pouring a selection of outstanding wines for your Thanksgiving dinner, highlighted by: the 2016 Cade Estate Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ($108.99), the 2016 Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir ($74.99), the 2016 Vietti Barolo Castiglione ($55.99) and the 2016 Clemens Busch Vom Roten Schiefer Riesling ($31.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2016 Cade Estate Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ($108.99).
Flowers for the Table — Come Taste the Wines of Flowers Vineyard & Winery
Please join us Saturday November 16th 1:00-5:00PM as we welcome host Mr. Alex Meier-Tomkins, Fine Wine Manager of Slocum & Sons as he pours these two terrific wines from Flowers Vineyards & Winery: the 2017 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($41.99) and the 2018 Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir ($44.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2017 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($41.99).
An Incredible Tasting featuring Dunn Howell Mountain Cabernet
Please join us Saturday October 19th 1:00-5:00PM as our host Mr. Alex Meier-Tomkins, Fine Wine Manager of Slocum and Sons pours the 2015 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ($149.99), along with the 2016 Chanin Los Alamos Chardonnay ($36.99) and the 2016 Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir ($74.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2015 Dunn Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ($149.99).
Touring Old World Italy
Please join us Saturday October 12th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2019 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99) and the 2017 Tascante Ghiaia Nera ($19.99), two wines from Southern Italy ... (read more). Pictured, the 2019 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99).
Fongoli for Fall
Please join us Saturday October 5th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2016 Fongoli Montefalco Rosso ($17.99). We will also be pouring two other wines that will be perfect for your Fall menu: the 2018 Les Hérétiques ($9.99) and the 2017 Domaine Filliatreau Chateau Fouquet ($18.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2016 Fongoli Montefalco Rosso ($17.99).
East of Eden — The Wine of Domaine Eden
Please join us this Saturday September 21st 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99), the 2016 Domaine Eden Pinot Noir ($39.99) and the 2016 Domaine Eden Cabernet Sauvignon ($42.99), all from Domaine Eden located South of San Francisco in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains ... (read more). Pictured, the 2015 Domaine Eden Chardonnay ($27.99).
Chateau Fouquet & Les Hérétiques — Country Reds of France
Please join us this Saturday September 14th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour both the 2017 Domaine Filliatreau Chateau Fouquet ($18.99) and the 2018 Les Hérétiques ($9.99), two casual country Reds from France ... (read more). Pictured, the 2017 Domaine Filliatreau Chateau Fouquet ($18.99).
Evolution Pinot Noir & William Fevre Chablis — Land & Sea
Please join us this Saturday August 31st 1:00-5:00PM as we pour both the 2018 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($31.99) and the 2018 Sokol Blosser Evolution Pinot Noir ($17.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($31.99).
2016 Valerie Forgues — Jammin' with Gamay
Please join us this Saturday August 24th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99) from the Loire Valley, and the 2018 Domane Wachau Grüner Veltliner Federspiel ($16.99) from Austria ... (read more). Pictured, the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99).
An Afternoon in Italy
Please join us this Saturday August 17th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour two Italian wines: the 2019 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99) and the 2019 St. Michael Eppan Pinot Noir ($16.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2019 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99).
It's an Endless Summer with Wölffer Estate
Please join us this Saturday August 10th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2019 Wölffer Estate Rosé ($17.99) and the 2019 Wölffer Estate Rosé Summer in a Bottle ($25.99) from the Long Island vineyard of Wölffer Estate ... (read more). Pictured, the 2019 Wölffer Estate Rosé ($17.99).
Domane Wachau Grüner Veltliner — The Influence of Austria
Please join us this Saturday, August 3rd 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2018 Domane Wachau Grüner Veltliner Federspiel ($16.99) at our Weekly Wine Tasting, and see for yourself how fabulous this wine would be at your summer dinner table ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 Domane Wachau Grüner Veltliner Federspiel ($16.99).
Small is Big with Jean-Paul Brun
Please join us this Saturday, July 27th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2018 Jean Paul Brun Terres Dorées Bourgogne Pinot Noir ($21.99) at our Weekly Wine Tasting ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 Jean Paul Brun Terres Dorées Bourgogne Pinot Noir ($21.99).
Four Wines for the 4th
On Saturday, June 29 1:00-5:00PM, we'll be pouring four wines perfect for July 4th: the 2017 Pépière Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Les Gras Moutons ($18.99), the 2019 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99), the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99) and the 2018 Les Hérétiques ($9.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2017 Pépière Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Les Gras Moutons ($18.99).
2016 Vintage Bordeaux — Part I
Our big news this week is the arrival of 2016 Vintage wines from Bordeaux; be sure to check them out here: 2016 Bordeaux. On Saturday, June 22 1:00-5:00PM, we'll be sampling two wines perfect for your seasonal menus: the 2018 Naia Verdejo ($15.99) and the 2019 St. Michael Eppan Pinot Noir ($16.99) ... (read more). Pictured, one of the newly arrived 2016 Bordeaux, the 2016 Cos D'Estournel ($224.99).
Bordeaux Classics for Father's Day
If you are cooking out for Father's Day, you may want to stop by our Weekly Wine Tasting this Saturday, June 15th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the newly arrived vintages of the 2018 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($31.99) and the 2018 Jean Paul Brun Terres Dorées Bourgogne Pinot Noir ($21.99). Also, be sure to check out our recently arrived Older Vintage Bordeaux Wines ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($31.99).
2017 Clos des Allées — Calling all Clams
Please join us this Saturday June 8th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2017 Luneau-Papin Clos Des Allées Muscadet Sèvre et Maine ($17.99), the perfect wine to enjoy with your fish/shellfish meals. We'll also be pouring the 2016 Valérie Forgues Gamay ($19.99), another terrific find from the Loire Valley ... (read more). Pictured, the 2017 Luneau-Papin Clos Des Allées Muscadet Sèvre et Maine ($17.99).
The Wines of Germany and a lesson in Trocken (Dry)
Please join us this Saturday, May 25th 1:00-5:00PM as our guest host Mr. Matthew Barcewicz from Skurnik Wines & Spirits pours an incredible selection of German wines: the 2017 Kruger Rumpf Riesling Trocken ($17.99), the 2017 Kruger Rumpf Munsterer Rheinberg Riesling Kabinett ($19.99), the 2017 Spreitzer Riesling 101 ($16.99), the 2017 Von Winning Riesling Trocken ($19.99) and the 2017 Selbach Oster Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Riesling Kabinett ($24.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2017 Kruger Rumpf Riesling Trocken ($17.99).
The Wines of Jean-Paul Brun — A Lesson in Natural Winemaking
Please join us this Saturday May 18th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour two lovely wines from Jean-Paul Brun, the 2018 Jean Paul Brun Chardonnay ($16.99) and the 2019 Jean Paul Brun L'Ancien Beaujolais ($16.99), as well as a South African red wine, the 2018 The Chocolate Block ($27.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 Jean Paul Brun Chardonnay ($16.99).
The Wines of Domaine de la Pépière — A Day in the Loire
Please join us this Saturday May 11th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour both the 2017 Pépière Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Les Gras Moutons ($18.99) and the 2015 Pépière Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Clisson ($24.99), two wines from the Domaine de la Pépière in France's Loire Valley ... (read more). Pictured, the 2017 Pépière Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Les Gras Moutons ($18.99).
Welcome Spring with 2017 William Fevre Chablis
Please join us on Saturday, April 27th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2018 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($31.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 William Fevre Chablis Champs Royaux ($31.99).
2017 Sokol Blosser Evolution Pinot Noir — Evolve into Spring
Please join us on Saturday, April 20th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2018 Sokol Blosser Evolution Pinot Noir ($17.99), and the 2017 Jean Paul Thevenet Morgon "Vieilles Vignes" ($19.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 Sokol Blosser Evolution Pinot Noir ($17.99).
April Showers and a glass of Flowers
Please join us on Saturday, April 6th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2017 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($41.99) and the 2018 Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir ($44.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2017 Flowers Sonoma Coast Chardonnay ($41.99).
2015 Tascante Ghiaia Nera — An Afternoon in Sicily
Please join us on Saturday, March 16th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2017 Tascante Ghiaia Nera ($19.99) from the Tascante Estate on the island of Sicily ... (read more). Pictured, the 2017 Tascante Ghiaia Nera ($19.99).
New Arrivals from Umbria & the Wachau Valley
Please join us on Saturday, March 9th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2018 Domane Wachau Grüner Veltliner Federspiel ($16.99), the 2017 Fongoli Rossofongoli Umbria Rosso ($15.99) and the 2016 Fongoli Montefalco Rosso ($17.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 Domane Wachau Grüner Veltliner Federspiel ($16.99).
Masseria Li Veli Verdeca & Passamante — an Afternoon in Apulia
Please join us on Saturday, February 23rd 1:00-5:00PM as we open the 2019 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99) and the 2017 Masseria Li Veli Passamante ($14.99) from Apulia in Southern Italy ... (read more). Pictured, the 2019 Masseria Li Veli Verdeca ($19.99).
When Iris Eyes are Smiling — 2015 Iris Pinot Noir
Please join us on Saturday, February 16th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2018 Iris Vinyards Pinot Noir ($18.99) and you can taste this fabulous Pinot Noir from Oregon ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 Iris Vinyards Pinot Noir ($18.99).
Drew Mid-Elevation Pinot Noir — A taste of Mendocino
Please join us on Saturday, February 9th 1:00-5:00PM as we pour the 2019 Drew Mid-Elevation Pinot Noir ($29.99) and you can taste the fabulous effort from the Drew Family for yourself ... (read more). Pictured, the 2019 Drew Mid-Elevation Pinot Noir ($29.99).
Jordan & Caymus - Super Bowl Battle of the Cabs
Please join us on Saturday, February 2nd 1:00-5:00PM as we open both the 2015 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon ($58.99) and the 2016 Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($79.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2015 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon ($58.99).
Join the Culture of Cool with the Wines of Jean‑Paul Brun
Please join us on Saturday January 26th 1:00-5:00PM as we open both the 2018 Jean Paul Brun Chardonnay ($16.99) and the 2017 Jean-Paul Brun Terres Dorées Bourgogne Pinot Noir ($21.99) ... (read more). Pictured, the 2018 Jean Paul Brun Chardonnay ($16.99).
Heat up this Snowy Weekend with 2016 The Arsonist
Please join us on Saturday January 19th 1:00-5:00PM as we taste the 2017 The Arsonist Red Blend ($19.99), a terrific blend from California ... (read more). Pictured, the 2017 The Arsonist Red Blend ($19.99).
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