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2023

Quady North

Mae's Vineyard Viognier

From Mae’s Vineyard in the Applegate Valley AVA, this Viognier from Herb Quady is dynamic, focused, and irresistibly fresh. White peach, white flowers, and a hint of honeysuckle lead the way, all grounded by a medium-bodied palate with racy mineral tension. Stock up by the case if you can—this one’s a standout.

2023

Ravines

Ravines Estate Cabernet Franc

This is pure elegance from the Finger Lakes region of New York State. Structured and poised, it rests on a firm, dusty tannin backbone with racy blood orange and cranberry-like acidity. The nose is delicately expressive, offering red berry fruit and warm brown baking spices, while the palate delivers clean, zesty ripe red fruit that glides into a mineral-laced finish, redolent of iron and earth.

2023

Retzlaff Vineyards

Family Reserve Sauvignon Blanc "Old Vine"

The Family Reserve Old Vine Sauvignon Blanc is crafted from 40-year-old estate-grown vines, delivering the depth and intensity only mature plantings can offer. The nose is powerful and distinctive, with toasted citrus peel and dried green herbs. On the palate, it’s concentrated and focused, showcasing ripe lemon, melon, and grilled orange flavors. -JR

2023

Retzlaff Vineyards

Sauvignon Blanc

White flower blossoms, grapefruit, and spicy herb aromas are the hallmarks of this crisp Sauvignon Blanc from Retzlaff, sourced from their younger estate vines. On the palate, light hints of toast complement vibrant tropical fruit flavors. -JR

2023

Rhinory

Keras Collection Pinot Noir

The Keras Collection: Keras is the original Greek word for “horn,” and the root of the word for “rhino.” The wine is made by Catherine Marshall at a winery in Stellenbosch and imported to the U.S. by Rhinory in Fredericksburg, Texas. It offers lovely, pure tart red berry fruit, dried flowers, and a hint of incense. Medium-bodied and expressive on the palate, with zesty blood orange acid tension and fantastic grippy tannins that are lithe and well-integrated. The finish shows a salty mineral character that keeps you coming back for more—and makes this a perfect pairing for mushroom risotto.

2023

Rhinory

Picpoul Blanc

Sourced from Timmons Estate Vineyard in the Texas High Plains, this medium-bodied Picpoul is straightforward and delightfully easy to drink. It features citrus peel fruit, subtle nutty overtones, and a chalky mineral finish. A refreshing and approachable wine that well aligns with Rhinory’s mission to craft wines that bring people together while supporting wildlife conservation efforts.

2023

Rhinory

Sangiovese

Fermented in stainless steel and then aged half in stainless and half in neutral French oak barrels for 11 months. In Texas, where some wines can run a little hot, picking earlier helps preserve freshness. This Sangiovese shows a savoury, meaty edge alongside bright red currant and tart cherry fruit, layered with notes of black olive. The medium-bodied palate is driven by super-juicy, crunchy acid tension, making it vibrant and food-friendly. “Wine is the ultimate condiment for food,” says David Bradbury, Wine Director at Rhinory.

2023

Rhinory

The Horn

The Horn Red Wine Blend, sourced from the Texas High Plains, is a bright, red-toned fruit-forward wine with richly spiced layers of clove, rose petal, and flamed orange zest. These aromas carry through to the medium-bodied palate, where crunchy acidity and apple skin tannins add structure. The finish is smoky, with lingering clove and licorice notes that provide depth and complexity. This is one of the most intricate and intriguing wines from Rhinory that I’ve tasted.

2023

Ron Yates

Dell Valley Vineyard, Sauvignon Blanc

This bright and zippy Sauvignon Blanc from Del Valley Vineyard, located about 70 miles from El Paso on a site of ancient river rock, is fresh and precise. Bursting with lemon-lime character, it’s laser-focused and lean, with a vibrant thread of limestone minerality running through it. Crisp and inviting, this Sauvignon Blanc is an excellent choice for those who appreciate a clean and mineral-driven white wine.

2023

Rooted Vine Cellars

Nekton, Grenache Rosé

Just one barrel of this wine was produced, and I feel only slightly guilty they sent me even a single bottle to review (insert smiley face emoji here). But let me tell you—if you can get your hands on any, consider yourself lucky. This is a lovely, expressive, and supple-textured rosé with beautifully lifted orchard and stone fruit notes. The palate offers zesty, salty sea spray, honeydew melon, and perfectly crisp acidity, finishing with honeysuckle aromatics that linger. Way to go, winemaker Iaon Pohlit—this is rocking. More next time, please!

2023

Rosa Fierro Cellars

Savvy, Sunhol Highlands Vineyard, Sauvignon Blanc

Fruit for this 100% Sauvignon Blanc from Sunol Highlands Vineyard at Nella Terra Winery in Livermore Valley is grown at 1,100 feet elevation. Fermented entirely in stainless steel, it’s understandably crisp and zippy, yet layered with rich notes of orange and lemon oil and salted Marcona almonds on the nose. Light- to medium-bodied, with crunchy orchard and citrus fruit framed by screaming saline-acid minerality through the tension-filled finish.

2023

Samsara

Rancho La Vina Pinot Noir

Just nine barrels were produced of this expressive and captivating Pinot Noir, sourced from Rancho La Viña Vineyard. Native yeast fermentation with 100% whole clusters and extended barrel aging lend the wine remarkable complexity and aromatic lift. Black cherry fruit leaps from the glass, laced with incense, smoked paprika, and exotic spice. Finely layered apple-skin tannins provide excellent grip and texture across the mid-palate, while the dark cherry and spice notes carry through an everlasting, savory finish.

2023

Sandhi

Domaine de la Côte Chardonnay Romance

Oh my goodness—just wait until you stick your nose in the glass. As the name suggests, this Chardonnay will romance you (and fool you) into thinking it hails from Burgundy. It doesn’t—it’s pure Sta. Rita Hills—but it delivers all the elegance and tension you’d expect from France. The nose is a stunner: lemon oil, lemon zest, white peach, wet river stone, and that unmistakable crushed oyster shell sea spray character from the region’s diatomaceous-rich soils. And that’s just the beginning. On the palate, it’s broad yet focused, with saline-scented acidity underscoring layers of lemon and tangerine oil. Pressed wildflowers and mineral energy carry the finish, which seems to go on forever.

2023

Sandhi

Jamala Canyon Ranch Pinot Noir White Buffalo Land Trust

From Sashi Moorman (CEO at Povignage and managing partner for Domaine de la Côte, Sandhi Wines, and Evening Lands), comes this striking wine. Just 12 barrels were produced from regeneratively farmed vines nestled in a patch of oak woodland between Highway 1 and the Pacific Ocean, called the Jalama Canyon Ranch, owned by the White Buffalo Land Trust. This marks the third vintage of this bottling, and my first taste confirms what I suspected: if Moorman is behind it, I don’t just want a glass—I want most of the bottle. Tart, ripe, and expressive red berry fruit mingles with vivid white pepper spice and rich cherry pit character, all growing more intense and savory on the medium-bodied palate. Super fine, firm, mineral-rich tannins form a perfect foundation, supporting dusty salinity and waves of juicy, crunchy red berries and orchard fruit—like biting into a tart, crisp red apple or freshly picked raspberry. It’s layered with chalky white pepper and finishing with vibrant tension. Intriguing and complex. The proceeds of this wine go back to the White Buffalo Land Trust, which is focuses on “the principles of regenerative agriculture, we are developing systems that support biodiversity, water resources, soil and human health while enhancing ecosystem services,” according to its website.

2023

Sans Liege Wines

Bien Nacido Vineyard, Sancha, Marsanne

Like a glassful of crunchy, juicy kumquats dusted with crushed almonds and a hint of wildflower honey, this white wine is framed by soaring lime-bright acidity that electrifies the palate. The finish is all candied citrus peel and crushed rock minerality—zesty, bracing, and undeniably vibrant. If you don’t serve it with oysters, you’re missing a golden opportunity.

2023

Silver Oak

Lot #59. 'Essence of Estate' Cabernet Sauvignon

TASTING NOTE: Lot #59. Barrel Sample: I began rating and reviewing Silver Oak Cabernets a couple of years ago, and recently published a major update on the winery for Decanter.com. Research for that piece meant regularly tasting with the Duncan family, and at one point, Tim and Matt Duncan dug into their personal cellar to share older vintages—wines that had aged impeccably. This bottling will prove to be no exception, but good luck holding onto it for too long: lifted, fragrant aromas of dark-toned sage, underbrush, and smoked paprika lead into a full-bodied, powerful red with excellent tension. Deep forest berry flavors and meaty tannins wrap around the bold fruit and savoury aromatics. Long, terrifically structured, and built to last. From the Auction Lot Catalog: ABOUT THE WINE: A unique opportunity to blend two varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, from estate vineyards in the Alexander Valley, “Essence of Estate” provided Winemaker Dan Kemp the opportunity to single out the most interesting lots and experiment beyond the traditional Silver Oak winemaking style to craft this one-of-a-kind wine. Silver Oak Cellars was founded in 1972, renowned for crafting Cabernet Sauvignon. Fueled by passion and driven by a relentless pursuit of perfection, its meticulously crafted Cabernet Sauvignons are exclusively aged in American Oak, creating wines of elegance, complexity, and consistency. Silver Oak’s wineries in Napa Valley and Alexander Valley are the first production wineries to achieve LEED Platinum certification, underscoring Silver Oak’s leadership in sustainable winemaking. Their commitment to quality and excellence has expanded other wine varietals and brands across Twomey, Timeless Napa Valley, and Prince Hill Vineyards, each providing a unique yet consistently exceptional wine experience. “Essence of Estate” opens with a bouquet of floral aromas, including lavender, lilac, and jasmine, leading into a rich blend of spices including clove, black pepper, and cedar. Beneath these notes, dark fruit accents of blackberry and black currant create a harmonious depth. On the palate, the spice and floral characteristics are echoed, enhanced by a touch of herbal freshness. With its refined structure, the wine offers smooth, velvety tannins that glide effortlessly into a satisfying, graceful finish. WINEMAKER(S): Dan Kemp ESTIMATED BOTTLING DATE: June 2026 ESTIMATED SHIPPING DATE: July 2027 National Distribution: Includes all 50 states and Washington, DC International Distribution: Includes Canada, Denmark, Japan, Norway; please inquire for additional countries.

2023

Slate Theory Winery

Estate Sauvignon Blanc

Fermented in stainless steel, with ageing split between partial acacia wood puncheons—used to build mid-palate weight and aromatic intensity—and stainless steel for five months. Very bright, crisp, energetic, and clean, with citrus notes alongside subtle hints of papaya and mango, flinty minerality, and white flowers on the nose. Medium-bodied on the palate, with excellent tension and grip, leading to a clean, mineral-driven finish with a saline edge. Fruit is sourced from Lahey Vineyards and Narra Vineyards in the Texas High Plains, along with estate fruit from the Texas Hill Country AVA.

2023

Slouch Hat Wines

Parade Rest Reserve GSM

This blend of 68% Syrah, 21% Grenache, and 11% Mourvèdre delivers a pleasingly spicy, red-fruited wine that brims with the aromatic intensity of a just-baked blondie cookie. Ripe, juicy red fruit defines the silky palate expression, building to a lengthy, fruit- and spice-driven medium-bodied finish.

2023

Slouch Hat Wines

Pinot Noir Fall Out

A fantastically rich, exuberant, and silky Pinot Noir bursting with red cherry fruit, smoky clove, and allspice, with a hint of espresso bean. Supple, soft, and plump tannins glide into a warm, spiced finish redolent of toasty cedarwood and salted milk chocolate dusted with cinnamon.

2023

Somar

Estate Grown Muscat

Super expressive on the nose, with a decidedly vinous character—white peach, apricot, and jasmine flowers. The palate shows balanced fruit sweetness, carrying through that grapey, vinous quality—like biting into a crunchy green grape that’s both juicy and sweet, with a gentle phenolic grip. The wine finishes effortlessly, with a satiny kiss of sweetness.

2023

Somar

Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc

Orange oil, tangerine, and grapefruit zest lead the way, followed by a fruit salad of diced mango and green papaya, finished with a touch of crushed almonds. This Sauvignon Blanc offers great textural grip and a beautifully focused mid-palate of chalky minerality. Long, layered, and savory—it’s best paired with hard or medium-soft, grassy goat’s milk cheeses.

2023

Spicewood Vineyards

Spicewood Vineyards Estate, Sauvignon Blanc

This 100% Sauvignon Blanc, harvested at 23.5 Brix and aged for five months in stainless steel, is a vibrant white. It opens with high-toned herbaceous and spice notes, leading to flavors of creamy melon, lime, and a zesty lime finish.

2023

Standing Stone by Hermann J Wiemer

Teinturier Collection Méthode Traditionnelle Brut Rosé

The 2023 Standing Stone by Hermann J. Wiemer Teinturier Collection Méthode Traditionnelle Brut Rosé is made entirely from Saperavi. It opens with vibrant strawberry aromatics and delivers a lively, frothy mousse. On the palate, crisp red berry fruit meets striking acidity, finishing clean, bright, and refreshingly easygoing.

2023

Steven Kent Winery

Cab Franc

The 2023 screwcap Cabernet Franc from Cresta Blanca Vineyard is a dynamic, complex, and expressive wine—especially impressive at a $35 SRP. Aged in concrete and neutral puncheons, this 1,000-case bottling is medium- to full-bodied, striking a remarkable balance between seriousness and approachability. The tannins are superfine and perfectly integrated, framing a beautiful panoply of dried sage, spearmint, and tobacco leaf. Juicy red and black currant fruit anchors the core, with spectacular wet river stone minerality, subtle underbrush, and crushed cacao nib nuances rounding out the finish.

2023

Steven Kent Winery

Cabernet Franc

This wine is particularly compelling for its vibrant red fruit profile, layered with gorgeous underbrush and black tea–like tannins. Sourced primarily from Bates Ranch—west of Morgan Hill in the southeastern corner of the Livermore Valley AVA, with vines planted in 1970—and augmented by fruit from Zayante Vineyard, it’s a striking expression of site. The tannins soar, lifted by perfumed floral notes, while bright currant leaf drives the wine from nose to finish. A brooding, high-acid Cabernet Franc that will benefit from time in the cellar—but if you can’t wait, serve it with well-salted steak, burgers, or even richly flavored chicken or fish dishes.

2023

Steven Kent Winery

Elements, Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Franc

Elements is a one-third blend of the Steven Kent “Steel”, “Rock”, and “Wood” aged Cabernet Franc wines. It’s an effortlessly delicious and expressive wine, capturing the best traits of all three: pure red and black fruit, integrated wild herb nuances, and a lovely thread of saline-mineral tension. Fine-grained tannins have a velveteen edge, gliding into a long finish marked by cocoa nib. Medium-bodied, with slightly less mid-palate depth than Wood, but with greater aromatic lift and flavor complexity. Very well put together—and a pleasure to drink.

2023

Steven Kent Winery

Rock, Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Franc

Rock is aged in concrete for 14–18 months, offering a strikingly different expression of Cabernet Franc. The red and black currant fruit is more coiled and restrained, layered with earthy nuances and a subtle sauvage character that feels wild yet refined. The texture is almost velvety, with a grounded, mineral presence that gives the wine a quiet power. Really fascinating—and a compelling contrast within this producer’s Cabernet Franc series.

2023

Steven Kent Winery

Steel, Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Franc

“Steel” is one of four Cabernet Franc wines in a series presented by Steven Kent Mirassou, alongside “Rock”, “Wood”, and “Elements”. Each is aged for just 10 months in a single type of vessel—highlighting how aging environment alone can shape the varietal expression. “The impetus for my wife, Beth, and me was something we experienced in the Loire Valley a year ago,” says Mirassou. “We noticed the variety of aging vessels being used, and after working with Cabernet Franc here for more than 20 vintages—this being my 30th harvest—we wanted to showcase the differences in varietal characteristics across vessels.” Steel is made in a reductive style and is incredibly expressive. Aged for up to 10 months in stainless steel, it reveals striking purity of blackberry, black cherry, and black currant fruit, accented by tobacco leaf, spearmint, and sage. Medium-bodied, with silky fruit and precise saline-acid tension, it finishes with a delicate layer of dried flowers. Fresh, pure, and savory, Steel delivers elegant structure and a perfectly balanced finish.

2023

Steven Kent Winery

Wood, Ghielmetti Vineyard Cabernet Franc

“Wood” was aged in two nearly neutral barrels—a 2011 barrique and a 2015 barrel—making this one of the most subtle oak treatments in the series. “For us, barrel is about sanding off the corners of acid-driven young wines,” says Steven Kent Mirassou. “We don’t want it to add flavor or aroma. Since we mostly use puncheons, we get fewer wood notes but more structure. That oxygen exchange polishes the wine.” And polished it is. “Wood” pulls together the sauvage character and fresh fruit tones—red and black currant—into a seamless whole. The wine feels composed, with a refined sheen and balanced structure. There’s a quiet density at the mid-palate and a revealing thread of acid tension that makes it deeply food-friendly.

2023

Stolpman Vineyards

Angeli Syrah

Sourced from the own-rooted Syrah blocks surrounding the estate house—named Villa Angeli, after relatives on Pete Stolpman’s mother’s side—this wine is fermented with two-thirds whole cluster in concrete and aged for 15 months in neutral 500-liter puncheons. The aromatics are initially subtle, needing a bit of swirling to unlock layers of brambly blackberry and red cherry fruit, along with high-toned violets and rose petals. On the palate, the wine delivers super powerful, robust tannins with a muscularity that builds and builds—soaring skyward before resolving into juicy blue fruit and intense graphite on the finish. A brooding, structured Syrah with incredible lift and presence.

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2023

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Wow—aromatics of white flowers, honeysuckle, and jasmine lift from the glass, building into a subtly sweet richness and creamy, frothy mousse that finishes with a gentle kiss of floral sweetness and lift. This méthode champenoise-style sparkling Traminette is made from two acres of estate-grown vines planted in 2000. A French-American hybrid developed by Cornell University, Traminette is known for its intense rose-like character.

2023

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This wine is intensely expressive, with notes of new leather, white pepper, black cherry, and espresso bean. On the palate, crushed cocoa nib tannins frame a full-bodied richness, while espresso bean oil lingers through the long, layered finish. Nuances of black sage and black sea salt add complexity and depth to a finish that goes on and on.

2023

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This is a gorgeous expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from Ballard Canyon but distinctly Jonata in its elegance, structure, and complexity, layered with savory tobacco leaf, sage powder, a touch of white pepper, and cassis—alongside the fresh, wild currant character of New England. On the palate, the wine is extraordinary, with firm, sinewy, chocolatey tannins that are muscular and broad-shouldered. These resolve into dark berry-driven tones, with more cassis and currant fruit layered over a deep, saline mineral tension. Expressive notes of dried rose petals unfurl through a finish that is long, long, long.

2023

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This is an incredibly dramatic wine, with pristine ripeness and beautifully delineated fruit—perfect plums, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries. On the palate, these flavors unfold with gorgeous, plump, and supple tannins that carry a cocoa powder freshness and a streak of blood orange acidity. Crushed black sage adds lift and complexity. There’s a refreshing, focused quality throughout, like a beam of acid tension that frames and defines the entire wine.

2023

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This is the bright Flower of Ballard Canyon, with expressive notes of honeycomb, white flowers, crushed almonds, sea salt, and sea grass, all framed by bracing, chalky minerality and scintillating acid tension. The mid-palate shows exceptional weight and density, and the finish is everlasting with lingering citrus oil and zest.

2023

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This is the first release of this wine made entirely from own-rooted Syrah grown in pure beach sand. The complexity here is almost beyond comprehension—but you don’t need to understand it. You just need to drink it. The nose is bright and effusive, with black cherry and blackberry fruit, violet, honeysuckle, and jasmine. Bold, glorious tannins build across the full-bodied palate, delivering incredible density. It’s long, layered, and deeply expressive.

2023

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This is 100% Sangiovese—just five barrels, all aged in older oak. It carries a brightness and purity of fruit that firmly situates it in Santa Ynez, where high, golden sunlight and Pacific-scented breezes infuse the wine with clarity and lift. There’s no rusticity here—just vibrant raspberry preserves and sage, anchored by firm, taut, mineral-rich tannins. Subtle hints of tobacco thread through the wine’s coiled energy and textural tension. It’s crunchy and precise now, but that structure will soften and deepen with time. These wines evolve into something profoundly savory—layered with loamy earth, liquid leather, and an undeniable sense of soul. Drink it now for its youthful exuberance, or hold it to experience the full savory fireworks still to come.

2023

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This is a super expressive, hedonistic wine—full of joyful, buoyant black and red berry fruit. Lovely violet and candied pastille nuances float alongside ultra-fine, powdery tannins and a wet slate minerality. The finish is everlasting, floral, and utterly captivating.

2023

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This Malvasia Bianca is a testament to freshness and vibrancy. Grapes were pressed directly in the vineyard using a bladder press, with the juice cold-settled before fermentation and then aged for six months in stainless steel prior to bottling. Sourced entirely from Kalasi’s Narra Vineyards estate in the Texas High Plains—located five hours from the winery—refrigerated transport is essential to preserving the quality of the fruit. This light, low-alcohol white is ideal for summer sipping or pairing with spicy, rich dishes. Highly floral and delicate, it features enchanting aromas of jasmine and honeysuckle. On the palate, it delivers impressive phenolic grip and a vinous character, underpinned by a chalky mineral baseline and bright acid tension. Lean, focused, and utterly refreshing, this white shows both charm and precision.

2023

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Made from early-picked grapes, with larger berries and lighter skins, this rosé undergoes pressing directly at the vineyard before being transported to the winery. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel, followed by six months of aging in tank before bottling. With a modest 12% alcohol and a light orange hue from brief skin contact, this wine is vibrant and refreshing. It offers bright red berry and high-toned melon fruit notes, layered with savory herbal undertones. The palate is defined by a tart, racy acid backbone that leads to a dry, crisp finish. Sourced entirely from Kalasi’s Narra Vineyards estate in the Texas High Plains, this wine is a delightful, a versatile and engaging expression of its unique terroir.

2023

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Under the guidance of John Rivenburgh at Bending Branch, Picpoul Blanc was first planted in Texas in the High Plains around 2009 at the then-named Bending Branch Estate Vineyard. Selected for its excellent acid retention, the planting drew inspiration from Tablas Creek in Paso Robles. This particular wine comes from the roughly 15-acre Alta Loma Vineyard in the Texas High Plains (previously known as Timmons Estate Vineyard until its recent renaming). After harvest, the grapes are pressed in the vineyard, then transported to the winery and fermented on the skins without cold settling. Known for its natural acidity, the variety requires no acid adjustments and is bottled approximately six months after fermentation. This Picpoul Blanc is super aromatic, offering honeyed and nutty notes, melon-rich fruit, and pretty white floral aromas interwoven throughout. The palate is richly textured with good depth, balanced by a pleasant grip and a long, salty mineral finish.

2023

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100% estate-grown fruit, aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (10% new), with 15% Saperavi blended in to enhance depth and complexity, this is a red-fruit driven wine, layered with earthy undertones and spice-laced notes of cedarwood and forest underbrush. Hints of freshly crushed walnut add intrigue, while cranberry-like acidity brings juicy lift and brightness to the finish.

2023

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Made from 100% estate-grown fruit, this white wine was direct-pressed and cold-fermented in stainless steel over 20 days, then aged on heavy lees for 6 months. Crisp and mineral-driven, it’s light to medium-bodied with high-toned notes of jalapeño and lemongrass, a punch of citrus zest, lime blossom, and a savory finish of pink Himalayan sea salt. Emerging wild herb nuances—fennel, sea grass—lend added complexity and coastal charm.

2023

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What an enticing and satisfying white this is—from the first whiff of creamy, luscious stone and tropical fruit layered with wildflowers to the vibrant palate, it delivers richness balanced by a scintillating spine of acidity that keeps all that lush fruit buoyant and energized.

2023

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Sourced from Lakewood Farm (certified sustainable) and three other long-time growers on the west side of Seneca Lake, this sparkling wine is produced exclusively from free-run juice. Carbonated and bottled on site, it’s also available in 187ml bottles and kegs for wholesale. It offers impressive complexity for the price, with notes of citrus peel, white flowers, and ripe apricot layered over a subtle French pastry character.

2023

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Fruit was sourced from Glenora Farms on the west side of Seneca Lake and Don Peek’s vineyard on the west side of Keuka Lake. Fermented dry on the skins in small bins with 3–4 hand punchdowns daily, the wine was then pressed and transferred to 60-gallon barrels—predominantly French oak—where it remained until bottling in August 2024. Bright notes of cherry and cranberry leap from the glass, accented by espresso bean and a perfumed core of red fruit dusted with rose powder. Fine-grained, structured tannins provide a firm foundation for the juicy, spicy fruit to build toward a lengthy, saline-scented, and earth-toned finish.

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2023 Johnson Estate Winery Freelings Creek Reserve Sparkling Traminette

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2023 JONATA El Alma de JONATA

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2023 JONATA El Desafio de JONATA

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2023 JONATA Fenix

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2023 JONATA Flor

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2023 JONATA La Sangre de JONATA

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2023 JONATA Tierra

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2023 JONATA Todos

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2023

2023 Kalasi Cellars Malvasia Bianca, Narra Vineyards

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2023 Kalasi Cellars Narra Vineyards, Sangiovese Rosé

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2023 Kerrville Hills Winery Alta Loma Vineyard, Picpoul Blanc

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2023 Knapp Winery Baco Noir

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2023 Knapp Winery Dry Vidal Blanc

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2023 Kriselle Cellars Albariño

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2023 Lakewood Vineyards Bubbly Candeo

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2023 Lakewood Vineyards Cabernet Franc

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