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In its northern straits, elegant Syrah challenges Burgundy for perfumed grace. In the southern hills, it is all pomp and power, none more muscular than Châteauneuf-du-Pape. This erstwhile appellation, named for the historic Papal retreat, has strict limits on how much wine can be produced in a year. Hence Pontias. The same blend of Rhône grapes in Châteauneuf-du-Pape appears here in a much more relaxed and accessible form, ready to drink rather than requiring years of age to take its rough edges off. Pontias is a dense, chewy-textured red-and-blue fruited wine with plenty of leathery tannins and the right amount of heat. Robust enough to stand up to beef roasts, chicken in sauce, or sausage & onion tarte. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a2e7c709-e21e-4403-9a03-402b65ce1784/img-3344.jpg Blog - Roar Like a Lion… - Super Glou x Fond Cyprès, Rouge Otherwise known as the “lazy kitty” wine, this is a juicy blend of Cinsault and Grenache Noir from southern France. It combines elements of sweet fruits like plum jam and blueberry with the distinct savoriness of Niçois olive. Rather than a too-sweet fruit bomb, the Grenache creates balance and texture in this wine. There is an abundance of earthy tannins reminiscent of fresh rain on sod. It is eminently drinkable, and will no doubt have you feeling like a lazy kitty after a glass or two. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/8fdba9cd-ecc2-447e-a846-c8c4188fe13b/img-3345.jpg Blog - Roar Like a Lion… - Domaine Dupeuble Père et Fils, Beaujolais The ten cru Beaujolais represent - arguably - the best of French Gamay. But there is a whole world south of this tiny growing area from whence some of the most unique and forward-thinking Beaujolais. Perhaps cru Beaujolais has become too cute for the 2020s; perhaps the natural wine revolution has run its course, or at least its first movement has finished. Beaujolais may be seeking a middle ground between its crus and the nouveau phenomenon. Domaine Dupeuble appears to fit that bill. Briskly fruited with notes of cranberry and stewed strawberry, this is nonetheless an acid-forward wine that’s far from sweet. Dupeuble is the perfect bouchon wine - light and easily drinkable, uncomplicated and fun, pairs with anything on your table that is hearty and communal. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/chianti-dante-anthony-hopkins monthly 0.5 2024-03-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/7019bf32-2126-4d7a-8c56-10e66e449764/Blog_Meleto.png Blog - Chianti, Dante, Anthony (Hopkins)... - Castello di Meleto, Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione What to make of the term “Gran Selezione?” It’s an invented term, to be sure (then again, what isn’t an invented term in wine?). The first Gran Selezione Chianti appeared in 2014 from the 2011 vintage, and it has become a mainstay of the gallo nero since then. Its distinguishing quality is neither place nor history; rather, an expert panel of tasters decide on whom to bestow the designation. Does this make for a superior wine? Taste it for yourself and see. Meleto’s Sangiovese also hails from the near-terminally high elevation of Gaiole-in-Chianti. 3 single vineyards from the estate are reserved for their Gran Selezione expression. 100% Sangiovese in composition, the wine is aged in small oak barriques for a minimum of 30 months before bottling. The nose is gently aromatic of ripe fruits. It is distinguished by abundantly dry black earth tannins and just-ripe red and black berry notes. It is certainly worth laying down for 5-10 years for the patient oenophile. This is your Christmas dinner wine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/b1c30266-01de-49e0-a7fe-dfc6702c2ea0/Blog_Vetrice.png Blog - Chianti, Dante, Anthony (Hopkins)... - Villa di Vetrice, Chianti Rufina DOCG Chianti Classico DOC is the historically designated territory in Tuscany for growing Sangiovese and its secondary grapes for Chianti. It stretches (for those whose Tuscan geography is rusty) from just southeast of Florence to just northwest of Siena. The hills surrounding this appellation used to be called “Chianti Putto” (a reference to those delightfully chubby little angels favored by Michelangelo and Botticelli during the Renaissance). Today, this formerly liminal region has grown into properly appreciated subdivisions, of which Rufina is one. It lies northwest of Florence, tucked away in the rolling hillside. Villa di Vetrice is a rustic expression of Sangiovese, typical of Rufina. You’ll notice the cherry notes are a bit darker and blacker; the earthy tannins feel wetter and fresher, as if the rain on the hills has just ended; and the texture feels chewier, perhaps crunchier, as if the wine demands a bit of physical maceration to release its potential. A delightful wine for pizza with mushrooms or a warm porchetta panino. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/61c66d13-9a37-4a5f-9aa8-4f570f8acde0/Blog_Poggio.png Blog - Chianti, Dante, Anthony (Hopkins)... - Rocca di Castagnoli, Poggio a'Frati Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG Rocca di Castagnoli is a practicing organic vineyard in Gaiole-in-Chianti, a sun-kissed hilltop in the southern reaches of the DOC. These are some of the highest elevations in Chianti Classico, 1,600ft (500m) above sea level. It’s difficult to ripen grapes here, resulting in higher acid and lower tannin Sangiovese. Poggio a’Frati is lighter in color and dryer than low-lying Chianti. 100% Sangiovese in its composition, it features mouth-watering notes of crisp, dusty cherries; sun-ripened tomato; bracing acidity; and enough earth-driven tannins to provide a soft drinking experience. Poggio a’Frati demonstrates the successes of the Riserva DOCG with every sip. A light and elegant wine that would certainly age in the bottle for a further 3 - 7 years while maintaining its complexity. This is a wine for lasagna al forno or Bucatini amatriciana. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/snapshot-unexpected-french-finds monthly 0.5 2024-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/d120a381-2789-4ec4-9e40-82847a8f30d4/IMG_4139.JPG Blog - Snapshot: Unexpected French Finds - Domaine Ostertag, Le Bal des Masques Region: Alsace AOC - Alsace, France Grape: Gewürztraminer This coppery, white peppery skin-contact Gewürztraminer brings a level of sophistication that your everyday orange wines fall short of. With notes of fresh tomatoes on the vine, dried apricot, and honeysuckle. And it requires amazing food. Risotto with asparagus and fresh peas. Bratwurst with plenty of sauerkraut and Dijon mustard. Gooey Tallegio drizzled with honey. The gently grippy tannins make this wine perfect for rich food, but its vibrance and balanced acidity make you want glass after glass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/d235d04c-ab6c-4caf-bc10-770798ac0571/IMG_4127.JPG Blog - Snapshot: Unexpected French Finds - Meyer-Fonné, Gentil d’Alsace Region: Alsace AOC - Alsace, France Grapes: Riesling, Muscat, Pinot Blanc, Sylvaner, Pinot Gris It’s not very often we see blended wines out of Alsace. The region is know mostly for its single varietal bottlings. But this medley of aromatic white grapes is an absolute pleasure for your senses. On the nose you notice the Riesling and Muscat with their delicately floral notes and hints of pineapple. But once you take a sip your palate is filled with sumptuous minerality and silky smooth texture. And it’s incredibly refreshing. The flowers disappear after the first sniff and you’re left with incredible acidity. This wine is an absolute treat to sip on. Endive salad with lots of goat cheese, spicy Pad Thai, shrimp tacos. That’s what you need with the Gentil. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/b3aca56d-176d-4c37-8a27-977e64bd3af4/IMG_4128.JPG Blog - Snapshot: Unexpected French Finds - André & Michel Quenard, Chignin Gamay Region: Chignin AOC - Savoy, France Grape: Gamay We love Gamay. That’s all… But seriously folks, the bright, punchy wines of Beaujolais are some of our favorites. It’s not the only place to find excellent Gamay though. Along the French Alps you will find our favorite grape thriving in Chignin. This wine is essentially Alpine, with it’s ever present freshness. Instead of Bing cherries, think black currant. Instead of high acid, imagine a dense core of savory minerality. And you get a little more pepper on the nose with this après-ski stunner. It’s a must-try. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/47a827b1-23fd-487d-a7e9-08fd1d5c86c5/IMG_4129.JPG Blog - Snapshot: Unexpected French Finds - Pascal Janvier, Cuvée du Rosier Rouge Coteaux du Loir Region: Coteaux du Loir AOC - Loire Valley, France Grape: Pineau d’Aunis It’s hard to talk about the Loire Valley as one region with one identity due to the vast area it encompasses. One red grape that often gets overlooked in favor of Cabernet Franc, is Pineau d’Aunis. It’s trickier and more temperamental in the vineyard, but true devotees appreciate its potential and know it’s worth the patience. Pascal Janvier has committed to this single varietal bottle because he understands how lovely Pineau d’Aunis can be. This particular bottle is full of fresh strawberries but when you take a sip you’re confronted with lively acidity and a little black pepper. The structure here is also quite lovely. Soft but certainly present tannins make your cheeks pucker in the best way. Pasta all’Amatriciana, skirt steak just off the grill, beef Bulgogi. That’s what you want with this delightfully charming red. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/once-upon-a-wine monthly 0.5 2024-02-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/3b158912-02b4-4c8e-88e7-bc8f699d76f3/vendemmia_tenuta_whitaker_mozia.jpg Blog - Once upon a wine… - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f7261e9a-cbad-494f-9536-ee739c7f2395/WP_Nozze.png Blog - Once upon a wine… - Tenuta Regaleali Nozze d'Oro https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/bcfcd050-478c-4bcd-ba79-201227f13c84/WP_Langlade.png Blog - Once upon a wine… - Edgard Dufès Langlade 2011 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/d5a00900-da0c-409c-be87-f0632ebef501/vignes21.jpg Blog - Once upon a wine… - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1004fa3e-1a66-4e89-ab9d-6b914a799477/vignes23.jpg Blog - Once upon a wine… - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/d4673734-3ef8-4bf6-a333-789911ad01cd/WP_Nozze.png Blog - Once upon a wine… In 1984, to celebrate his golden wedding anniversary with his wife Franca, Count Giuseppe Tasca d'Almerita decided to develop a new wine, Nozze D'Oro - literally, the Golden Wedding - combining Inzolia grapes from his Barbabietole vineyard, and a white grape known by local growers as the "Tasca" variety. It wasn’t an indigenous grape, but it had been cultivated in a number of the estate's vineyards since the 1920s. Towards the end of the '80s, however, it was discovered that the Tasca grapes were derived from Sauvignon Blanc, giving rise to the denomination "Sauvignon Tasca". That’s when the decision was taken to selectively breed the grape. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/3ea7e3ce-5f37-4d9c-bd3e-9b59821c0672/WP_Langlade.png Blog - Once upon a wine… Edgar Dufès Successeurs (fr. successors) is an estate of 3.5 hectares located in Langlade, a village a few kilometers west of Nimes. The family has owned and operated a vineyard here for a long time, but around the turn of the millennium the activity fell flat - grapes were produced, but no wine was bottled on their own property. At this time, Rémy Pédréno, a former IT engineer and wine enthusiast who had apprenticed with René Rostaing and Yves Gras (Domaine Santa Duc), wanted to set up his own domaine near Nimes, the city of his birth. He met at Elisabeth van der Bent who told him about Langlade’s famous wine history and in 1999 he made his first wine at Domaine Roc d’ Anglade. Inspired by Rémy, Elisabeth started making wine herself, and in 2001 her first vintage came on the market. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e5c294d4-7d1e-42cf-9206-167af668d8f2/vignes20.jpg Blog - Once upon a wine… - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/bbfaf413-299f-4a0a-a260-ef54ae8b365f/Alessandro-Accardi-Agronomo-Tasca-nella-Tenuta-di-Capofaro-.jpg Blog - Once upon a wine… - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/winemaker-spotlight-2 monthly 0.5 2024-01-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/ba3f4235-f3f5-44a3-b3dc-282df6749ee9/NewsL_Aglaea.png Blog - Winemaker Spotlight - Tenuta di Aglaea, Linophyrne Aglaea Aglaea – the youngest of the Three Graces or three sisters, and daughters of the God Zeus. Aglaea was the goddess of beauty, splendor, glory, magnificence and adornment. At times she acted as messenger for Aphrodite, the goddess of love. Aglaea represents Anne-Louise Mikkelsen’s sentiments for Etna; with what her wines try to express, and how they do so. In that sense the wines of Tenuta di Aglaea act as her messengers from Etna. This Nerello Mascalese is a result of unique terroir that makes the vineyards – a direct consequence of Etna and its numerous eruptions since its volcanic activity began more than half a million years ago. The lava flows hardened layers upon layers, and ashes filled on top. The result today is a very porous soil that is abundant in minerals, and extremely fertile. The vineyards are cultivated in terraces held up and apart by ancient stone walls 3-4 feet high. Their vineyards are located at the north side of Etna 2300-2700 feet above sea level providing for a relatively cool climate but with lots of sunshine, and light not least from the reflections coming of the sea, and the surrounding mountains with their characteristically high proportion of chalk. All the vineyards are planted with Nerello Mascalese. This wine grabs your attention with savory acidity but keeps you thinking with its incredibly long, textured finish. With each sip you’re transported to a dry, brushy hillside under the hot Sicilian sun. Anyone who normally reaches for Sangiovese or Nebbiolo needs to turn their attention to Nerello Mascalese. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/108eecee-0cbe-4dca-b850-fc0cb80452ce/NewsL_DaisyPinotGris.png Blog - Winemaker Spotlight - Antiquum Farm, Daisy Pinot Gris Grazing-Based Viticulture was first conceived and implemented at Antiquum Farm. The central tenet of this process is to grow wines that clearly communicate the wild and honest soul of their land and the principles of its people. Antiquum Farm is managed without fertilizers, compost, or foliar feeds in order to truly isolate their site, conserve resources, and create wines of individualistic spirit and truthful terroir. They see their farm as a complex community where the vines are part of a whole, not the whole. Through this paradigmatic shift in philosophy, they seek new answers to an age-old question: What endows a particular site with its personality, its soul, its terroir? Conventional viticultural theory tells us it’s the topographical orientation of the slope combined with the elemental and structural composition of the soil. Then again, aren't there many vineyards all over the world with similar or even identical slope angles, aspects, and soil types as their neighbors? At Antiquum Farm, they believe commonly held conceptions barely scratch the surface of terroir while disregarding two of its most important determinants: the microbiological community in the soil and the relationship between that community and the vines living in that soil. Soil is a living system. They believe that a vibrant, emphatically alive place is the defining foundation of terroir. They have grown to understand that most practices accepted as sustainable are actually quite destructive to the life of the soil and to the character of the vineyard. -Antiquum Farm At first sip, Daisy is a rush of mouthwatering salinity and juicy Bosc pears. The wine is soft and clear with never-ending layers of flavor. It opens up with such elegance, it’s one of the most memorable wines I’ve tried. This is not your daughter’s basic Pinot Grigio. Daisy is what you pour for your chic, elusive aunt who only visits once a year. Roast yourself a chicken with lots of thyme for this one. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/4de47894-66ef-4676-acd0-c738e932e77b/NewsL_FHVerdelho.png Blog - Winemaker Spotlight - Forlorn Hope, Verhelho RHV Matthew Rorick has been the winemaker behind the Forlorn Hope wines since the inception of the label in 2005, and tends 75 acres of organically farmed grapevines at Rorick Heritage Vineyard. In previous incarnations he has repaired submarine telescopes for the United States Navy, ridden skateboards for a living, and built electric guitars. His love of wine was fostered in him by his grandfather David Rorick Jr., who was a consummate dining partner and storyteller. His current efforts at RHV, including producing organically farmed estate wines and reconnecting with California’s pre-Prohibition viticultural traditions, are largely inspired by conversations at his grandfather’s table. The Forlorn Hope estate wines are honest and pure representations of site and variety. They believe deeply in the magic of organic viticulture and the beauty of Calaveras Limestone. Producing wines that embody the uniqueness of their estate requires that they don't alter what the vineyard bears, and to this end, they do not adjust the chemistry of the grapes with additives, commercial yeast, or bacteria. All of their wines are spontaneously fermented by native yeast that exist naturally on the grapes. In this way, whether the wine in question is complex and nuanced or bright, cheerful, and easy-drinking, it will be a true and unadulterated expression of the Rorick Heritage Vineyard. Verdelho is among the noblest of the wines produced at Forlorn Hope. With Matthew’s experience of working with it for more than a decade from Napa Valley, across Lodi, and in the Sierra Foothills, he has long believed that this variety is exceptionally well suited to California’s climate. Even so, he was entirely unprepared for how much our Verdelho enjoys being grown on the limestone of Rorick Heritage Vineyard. With a balanced interplay between bright acidity, depth of flavor, and textural richness, this wine is a beautiful expression of the heights that Verdelho can attain in our state and will age extremely well. This deeply nuanced wine has complicated layers. An intellectual wine that also gives pleasure and deepens in interest if you allow it to unfold in your glass or decanter. It doesn't shout for your attention; its alluring whispered aromatics draw you in. Texture and tension builds, and unexpected flavors emerge. Baking spices and sappy fruit; green peach laced with vanilla bean; the beginning of a pleasant, gentle reduction; wet slate and orange creamsicle. The finish puts salivary glands to the test and you can’t help but take another sip. -Forlorn Hope https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/whats-for-dinner-24 monthly 0.5 2024-01-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6d9b4e9e-a2f6-465a-9f88-f5c0afde5e59/NewsL_KumushaCab.png Blog - What’s for dinner? - Kumusha, Cabernet Sauvignon Juicy , slightly smoky Cabernet Sauvignon is just what you want with a nice burger. Even if the burger is plant based like the new Esti Vegan burgers, it’s a perfect match. Region: Western Cape, South Africa Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon Savory, structured Cabernet Sauvignon full of red currants and No. 2 Pencil shavings. This is the kind of wine we all need to be drinking in 2024. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/576f0d6f-0999-4c29-bfb7-5b7cdc3d62b3/NewsL_AphrosLou.png Blog - What’s for dinner? - Aphros, Loureiro Switch it up on Taco Night and open a bottle of Loureiro with a Centerville Taco Pie. Zippy and clean wine with a savory pie with just the right amount of spices. Yes please. Region: Vinho Verde DOC - Minho, Portugal Grape: Loureiro The acidity on this will knock you to the ground. It smells like your sourdough starter, but it tastes like kumquats, barely ripe McIntosh apples, and MINERALITY. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/66de348f-a889-4a75-a4f3-765bfea48a15/NewsL_PusztaLibre.png Blog - What’s for dinner? - Claus Preisinger, Puszta Libre! A little Austrian blend alongside a Shepherd’s Pie is what you need. This umami driven wine is perfect for a hearty pie covered with creamy mashed potatoes. Region: Burgenland, Austria Grapes: Zweigelt, St. Laurent This savory red is full of dusty cherries and tamarind. Build your charcuterie boards, cool down a bottle of this, and you're set for the night. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/ff0ca922-a14c-43d2-8c39-625378465df8/NewsL_Aventura.png Blog - What’s for dinner? - Susana Esteban, Aventura Branco This wonderfully tropical waxy white blend deserves an aromatic pairing. The Lemongrass & Pork dumplings from Mei Mei are ideal. Region: Alentejo DO - Alentejo, Portugal Grapes: Viosinho, Arinto, Roupeiro Bright and dry with fantastic texture. Lemon zest and passionfruit meet to create the perfect mid palate. If you typically reach for Sauvignon Blanc you’ve got to try this. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/1yps1w5vg3vt60qy51rdg5zdsp0fty monthly 0.5 2024-01-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6021889a-9355-4916-9de3-945bce5c4c8b/Blog_IBrand.png Blog - Winemaker Spotlight - I. Brand & Family, Graff Family Vineyard, Melon de Bougogne Ian Brand, the San Francisco Chronicle’s ‘Winemaker of the Year’ in 2018, produces brilliant and distinctive wines that offer terrific value for California – a state famous for wines that are either incredibly expensive or mass produced. Founded in 2008 by Ian and his wife Heather, I Brand and Family Wines focuses on vineyards in the under-appreciated regions surrounding Monterey Bay – a stretch of the California Central Coast hugely influenced by the Pacific Ocean. Ian quickly established a reputation for seeking out excellent organic and sustainably farmed vineyard sites with the right mix of soil, aspect, variety, and microclimate. In the winery, Ian looks to be hands off, harvesting quality fruit so that little needs to be done during fermentation. Native yeast, gentle maceration, and minimal oak are all part of the winemaking process. Initially producing wine under their Le P’tit Paysan label with characterful and expressive ‘village’ wines, they went on to launch the I. Brand label, with elegant and refined single vineyard wines from exceptional sites. - I Brand & Family At first swirl you’d think you were smelling Burgundian Chardonnay but upon sipping you are met with clean, mineral driven Melon de Bourgogne. It is smooth and delicate on the palate thanks to the eight months it spends on its lees. But it’s not overly round, it maintains a very elegant profile and continues to evolve glass after glass. It would be lovely with delicately poached eggs or even a little Yellowtail sashimi. You might also fire up the fondu pot alongside it as we move into the colder months. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/ee2c6adc-39c5-4b94-8d0a-b8d288f56052/Blog_RebelliousNature.png Blog - Winemaker Spotlight - Rebellious Nature, Vino Rosso 2021 Rebellious Nature is a new label and collaboration with one of our favorite importers, Vine Farmer. It was created by Renato Vezza of Bricco Ernesto. For those unfamiliar with Bricco Ernesto, it is both a vineyard and the name of the grower. Bricco Ernesto is two people - Renato and Elisa - crafting an Arneis based Bianco and Nebbiolo based Rosso in miniscule quantities (fewer than 4 thousand combined bottles per year). Bricco Ernesto is the only address in Roero that has truly transcended the appellation, reputation-wise. Also imported by names such as Becky Wasserman and Noble Rot, the wines are allocated a few years in advance and are known for their energy and emotional signatures. Renato and Elisa also bring a deeper meaning to a "vineyard driven" approach - fascinatingly, only he and Elisa touch the vines during the growing season to preserve the connection and vibrational energy they share. Due to the pandemic, Renato had the unexpected chance to farm and vinify wine from a parcel owned by an elder neighbor. He made another wine in 2021 - this time from other plots of the land and also blended with Chiara Condello's Sangiovese from Predappio. Rebellious Nature explores the intersection of human influence and terroir - as different people come together for a shared wine that reaches to be something meaningful. - Vine Farmer Lovers of Barolo and Chianti unite. This wine is full of sun dried tomato and tobacco. It's bright and savory with wonderful acidity and perfectly integrated tannins. It's quite special. And something about it reminds us of freshly sliced salami. Steak frites, tartare, or some really nice aged gouda is what you’re going to want with this wine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/152974e1-8d15-465f-8d03-b63b229483b9/Blog_Fetembulles.png Blog - Winemaker Spotlight - Jean-Pierre Robinot, Fêtembulles Jean-Pierre first discovered his love of wine when he was 22 years old with a bottle of Cheval Blanc 1964 and from that moment on he became incredibly passionate, even obsessive about wine. In the late 1980s, Jean-Pierre met Jules Chauvet and Marcel Lapierre which offered him a moment of wine revelation. Soon after, he opened L’Ange Vin, which became one of Paris’ first natural wine bars. He then went on to create the magazine “Le Rouge et Blanc” with critic Michel Bettane vin his early 30’s. “Le Rouge et Blanc” has become an internationally renowned, “bible” of information on natural wine growers in France. Robinot’s wines can take a long time to ferment, generally 2 to 4 years, but often even more. He believes in letting wines stay in their old oak barrels until fermentation is complete. Robinot operates under a “no rush” mentality and is fascinated by the changes the wines go through during this time. To the outsider Robinot’s process may seem like total chaos, but he is certainly the master of chaos knowing exact information about every barrel and bottle. -Zev Rovine Selections Fêtembulles is a clear but sharp pét nat that shows off its brilliant salinity incredibly well. For a naturally sparkling wine it is wonderfully complex but still approachable. Asian pear, jackfruit, and sea salt are what we get in our glass. It’s an ideal apéritif but would be a lovely pairing for wild mushroom risotto or a Gruyère grilled cheese. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/domaine-de-la-cte monthly 0.5 2023-11-02 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/skin-contact monthly 0.5 2023-07-26 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/theres-a-new-wine-garden-in-town monthly 0.5 2023-06-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/735b4f5f-0002-4655-b53a-2cd1f5b1a9dc/no75UV3s.jpeg Blog - Theres a new wine garden in town - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1685585447194-NCEDS7N3L9QR4JVI5LKA/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Theres a new wine garden in town - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/50ea18ab-b1e1-419b-b665-bcd5b916df6b/Wine+Garden+A-Frame.png Blog - Theres a new wine garden in town - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/springtime-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-04-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a7ffef34-bdcb-4edc-b4c1-172c16ac0597/NewsL_TroubleFait.png Blog - They Say it’s Spring - Clot de l'Origine, Le Trouble Fait Region: Languedoc IGT - France Grape: Muscat of Alexandria This unique Muscat starts off soft but then its texture really comes through. It is floral but the flowers aren’t flowers. It’s very delicate and pretty. This is the ideal springtime white. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/9d38c009-57b9-49e2-8b85-cfb9e6b0cdb1/NewsL_LewRos%C3%A9.png Blog - They Say it’s Spring - Ruth Lewandowski, Cuvée Zero Rosé Region: Mendocino AVA - California Grapes: Touriga Nacional, Souzao, Tinta Roriz Strawberries, white pepper, sour cherries. Slightly textured, a little spicy, and light on its feet. This is some sassy juice. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e8415c5b-cc27-412e-9d6d-db36926b03ed/NewsL_BirdhorseVal.png Blog - They Say it’s Spring - Birdhorse, Valdiguié Region: Suisun Valley AVA - California Grape: Valdiguié This wine is so bright and alive. Punchy boysenberry with a long, herbaceous finish. It’s ideal for anyone who typically reaches for Pinot Noir. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/08d57c4a-5719-49b5-838e-f42576ba1e9d/NewsL_Boaz.png Blog - They Say it’s Spring - Ruth Lewandowski, Boaz Region: Mendocino AVA - California Grapes: Grenache, Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon Somehow lush and snappy all at once. Carignan smoke and weight from Cabernet Sauvignon are shepherded by the freshness of Grenache. But make no mistake, this is a hefty red. Flinty, ashy, and full of mulberries and relaxed tannins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1ce69bc1-9a48-43ad-a93f-e604dde997fb/NewsL_LewFeints.png Blog - They Say it’s Spring - Ruth Lewandowski, Feints Region: Mendocino AVA - California Grapes: Arneis, Dolcetto, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Montepulciano, Vermentino, Trebbiano, Grignolino Ripe raspberry, fresh rose, and acidity that makes you pucker the tiniest bit. We recommend grabbing two bottles, trust us. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/hello-from-the-market monthly 0.5 2023-02-22 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/hot-for-chocolate monthly 0.5 2023-02-08 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/new-on-the-shelf monthly 0.5 2023-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f5045461-a87b-4d32-aaf7-dd8f6393ad28/manoella.png Blog - New on the shelf - Wine & Soul, Manoella Region: Douro DOP - Douro, Portugal Grapes: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Francisca Silky and savory. This full bodied, mineral driven blend is a shining example of what the Douro has to offer. This wine is incredibly elegant. Think black raspberries with a lonnnng finish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f6cccddc-c630-4587-bb69-ab9363453214/cepaporcepa.png Blog - New on the shelf - Bodegas Nekeas, Cepa Por Cepa Navarra Garnacha Region: Navarra DO - Navarra, Spain Grape: Garnacha A nose full of stewed strawberries and ashy tannins that have us longing to grill out. We love a wine that tastes like dirt. Seriously. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/39b137e5-3bb0-491b-aa8f-2c1f1b1b0035/botani_muscat.png Blog - New on the shelf - Botani, Málaga Muscat Region: Málaga DO, Spain Grape: Muscat of Alexandria This wine is full of honeysuckle and Haribo peach rings. It is wonderfully aromatic but perfectly balanced. We are so excited about this wine! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e94cd552-0cd7-41c0-bf32-3fc9b244ae79/txomin_txakoli.png Blog - New on the shelf - Txomin Etxaniz, Getariako Txakolina White Region: Getariako Txakolina DO - Basque Country, Spain Grapes: Hondarabbi Zuri, Hondarabbi Beltza Freshly cut apples, Meyer lemons, and sea salt. This wine is lean with crazy sharp acidity and a nice long finish. Is it summertime yet? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f91802cc-e54a-4989-a26c-7dbc80fdcdd5/luispato_baga.png Blog - New on the shelf - Luis Pato, Baga Touriga Nacional Region: Bairrada DOC - Beiras, Portugal Grapes: Touriga Nacional, Baga Black Cherry, eucalyptus, and a little dark chocolate. Everyone is getting along in this bottle. Acid, tannins, fruit, and earth sing "We Are the World" while you enjoy this indulgent, full-bodied blend of Portuguese grapes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/277d889b-5390-46b8-983b-dd73836d6185/bela_duero.png Blog - New on the shelf - Bela Winery, Ribera del Duero Region: Ribera del Duero DO - Castilla y León, Spain Grape: Tempranillo DeLIGHTful Duero that we just want to keep drinking. This Tempranillo is warming, full of fruit, and oh so smooth. Think black cherry preserves and wet earth. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/lets-get-snacking monthly 0.5 2023-01-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6fd0d1ad-d26f-4bce-9cf7-ae721213d952/IMG_6578.jpeg Blog - Let’s get Snacking - #1 - Tinned Fish is only going to get bigger this year If you haven’t tried any of the tinned fish options at Wine Press, you need to rush in ASAP! Tinned fish is booming on Instagram, Tik-Tok, and right here on the Boston food scene. Wine Press carries some excellent brands like Fishwife, Island Creek, and Patagonia (yes, the apparel and adventure company!) Tinned fish comes in a wide variety of styles - cured in olive oil, filled with herbs, and even a smoked fish and chili crisp pairing. It’s a healthy and delicious way to get a snack or meal filled with protein, ‘good’ fats, and flavor. Putting together a tinned fish board at home is easy. For 2 people, you should select 2 cans in diverse styles (oil cured and chili crisp, or lemon and smoked), add some cheese (Meredith Dairy Marinated Sheep & Goat milk cheese is fantastic), and a jar of Olympia Provisions pickled cauliflower. Finish it off with a container of rosemary & sea salt Firehook crackers. Pairing tinned fish requires something with a touch of crisp acidity to cut through all that gorgeous, unctuous fat. I recommend one of our Austrian whites, the Weingut Lagler Gruner Veltliner from Wachau. It’s a zippy, crisply acidic wine filled with green apple, a touch of pepper, and great citrus notes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/61569f55-30da-45ce-add6-63f0c4c45ccb/IMG_6588.jpeg Blog - Let’s get Snacking To pair with this simple cuisine, why not try one of our new favorite non-alcoholic cocktail mixers, New London Lights ‘Midnight Sun’ Aperitif. Inspired by the tastes of the Nordic regions of Europe, this delightful NA spirit tastes of seaberry, salty breezes, and pine. Splash it into a glass of Fever Tree tonic water and let the European summers wash over you during this chilly New England winter! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/21845253-9f55-4c82-9b86-07c01f8831d0/Eric_blog-2.png Blog - Let’s get Snacking One of the best things about WP’s gourmet food program is being able to work closely with the wine side of the business to create amazing and thoughtful pairings. Watching the trends in food around Boston, I’ve come up with three ideas for you to try at home that reflect some of the great products at WP. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/c4b5eec6-dbc7-402d-b1b3-7f8eb8f42dda/IMG_6587.jpeg Blog - Let’s get Snacking - #3 - Simplify Sometimes the best pleasures come from the simplest things. One of our newest products in the market is Rosemary-infused olive oil from Jose Gourmet. The earthy, woodsy herb infuses every drop of the brilliantly bright and zesty olive oil from Spain. Pair with a few toasted slices of bread (like our Clear Flour miche) rubbed with a garlic clove, it makes for an easy, hearty snack. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/do-you-carry-organic-wine monthly 0.5 2023-01-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/213fd276-917c-41eb-be04-e57af7d91cbc/garnerot_bourgognerouge.png Blog - Do you carry organic wine? - Château de Garnerot, Terres de Garnerot Rouge Respect for Nature, the Environment and People is the pillar of this Renaissance. Château Garnerot takes the utmost care of the soils to ensure their wines meet the highest of standards, completing their organic agriculture certification in 2022. Their pesticide free and herbicide free vineyards are ruled by the lunar calendar which respects the natural growth of the vines. In the winery, they do their best to work in a natural way. Their vinification process respects the handpicked grapes. Once picked the grapes are transported from to vineyard to the winery in openwork crates. Each plot produces a cuvée. Depending on the cuvée, our wines are aged in oak barrels for 10 to 18 months, of which 10 to 30% are new. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/82e52b5f-0e42-4fd3-9d50-57ae709358bf/lapostolle_apalta.png Blog - Do you carry organic wine? - Lapostolle, Apalta French in essence, Chilean by birth. Lapostolle has been a pioneer in the Chilean wine industry and today continues to elevate the region through the production of premium wines and piscos, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and innovation. Today, the winery is recognized around the world for its quality and its extraordinary ability to express the Chilean terroir. The Apalta Vineyard is located in the Apalta Valley, 200 km southwest of Santiago, 68 km from the Pacific Ocean, between the Andes Mountains and the Coastal Range. The vineyard was planted with Carmenère, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Syrah from 1920 to 2006. Some of the oldest plots, planted in 1920, have vines that were brought from France at the end of the 19th century. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/0f92a3ef-7d37-4c49-a48a-e841034f146b/caveamadeu_rosebrut.png Blog - Do you carry organic wine? - Familia Geisse, Cave Amadeu Brut Rosé The Geisse family, originally from Chile, moved to Pinto Bandeira, Brazil to unleash the potential of the mineral composition found in the southern region’s soil and perfect for crafting high quality, sparkling wine. The family grows only Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with distinctive blends made for different lines. Time on lees ranges from a minimum of 12 months up to 14 years. In addition, the Geisse Winery is committed to the health of the environment, its employees, and customers. Using zero pesticides, resulting in even higher quality wines - while keeping chemicals out their fine products. Geisse Winery further has generous labor policies and offers standalone family homes on the vineyard to its employees. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/b9e6c61c-cfa6-4a37-9364-2982332fc8a1/fatalone_primitivo.png Blog - Do you carry organic wine? - Fatalone Fatalone is a historic family winery that was the first to produce and bottle Gioia del Colle Primitivo as a single varietal wine in 1987. And the Teres Rosato has been a long time favorite of ours. The lighter, chillable style is way too good in any season. They have always practiced organic farming which is "considered as a life-style in the respect of Nature and every living creature starting with ourselves, and not only as a trendy business model.” Their production is 100% sustainable and their wines are made with zero CO2 emission, solely with their organic grapes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6f61806e-c815-4c00-8ebf-4315224392d1/bussoletti_colleozio.png Blog - Do you carry organic wine? - Leonardo Bussoletti, Colleozio Grechetto This Grechetto is grown in Colle Ozio not far from Colle Pizzuto, and is also grown alongside some Cilieogolo. Grechetto is another under-appreciated varietal and Leonardo believes it is due to the bitter, almond finish many of the wines produced from Grechetto have. The Colle Ozio is a blend of two Grechetto clones; Grechetto di Todi and Grechetto di Orvieto. The choice to create a 50/50 blend between the two is because the Grechetto di Todi is rich in aromas and fuller while the Grechetto di Orvieto helps to balance the wine with higher acidity. Leonardo is a natural producer, and he has been since starting the winery. His wines undergo spontaneous fermentation and are in most cases unfiltered. What I enjoy is that they are clean and void of flaws. He avoids too much skin contact for his whites and there is a great sense of terroir because of that. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/not-a-cocktail-not-a-beer-not-a-hard-seltzer monthly 0.5 2023-01-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/ea97656b-e968-49e0-9dc8-981ab6f8e5ec/empirical_can01_pour.png Blog - Not a cocktail. Not a beer. Not a hard seltzer. - Can 01 Oolong Tea Toasted Birch Green Gooseberry https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/df4462b1-585f-4b62-a143-5ff53774cc24/lars_emil.png Blog - Not a cocktail. Not a beer. Not a hard seltzer. - Empirical New to our shelves this week are three canned concoctions born out of an endless curiosity and obsession with flavor. Lars Williams and Mark Emil Hermansen founded Empirical and began experimenting in 2017 in the hope of creating something unexpected. Hardly surprising for two Noma alumni. But what they’ve made are a series of products using unlikely flavors that provide a whimsical drinking experience. They set out to combine flavors inspired by their own sense memories in order to create something unique, which is exactly what they’ve done. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/0226b38f-1760-4d6c-8fdd-c0b27598518f/empirical_can02.png Blog - Not a cocktail. Not a beer. Not a hard seltzer. - Can 02 Sour Cherry Black Currant Buds Young Pine Cones Walnut Wood https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1d6dba94-469e-4d51-a74b-8fe6edd2a0e0/empirical_can03_pour.png Blog - Not a cocktail. Not a beer. Not a hard seltzer. - Can 03 Carob Fig Leaf Lemon Myrtle https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/cool-wine-for-cool-people monthly 0.5 2022-11-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/493033e1-49b5-4c1c-9983-ae3b6525f300/jeannedarc.png Blog - Cool wine for cool people - Folk Machine, Jeanne d’Arc Chenin Blanc Region: Clarksburg, CA Grape: 100% Chenin Blanc Watch out for Jeanne everybody. This juicy Chenin is electric with brilliant acidity. It’s briny, full of white nectarine, and as clean as they come. *New favorite wine alert* https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/5cc4000d-b31c-406f-80f6-d91068166128/labadens.png Blog - Cool wine for cool people - Labadens, Marius Vaqueyras Region: Vacqueyras AOC - Rhône Valley, FR Grapes: Grenache, Syrah What isn’t there to love about the Southern Rhône? Meaty Grenache with edgy tannins with some savory Syrah blended in for good measure. If you’re a fan of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, there’s more to love if you look a little northeast. The Labadens has lovely notes of anise, crunchy fall leaves, and baked cranberry. The ultimate autumn wine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/32b94b4a-efb2-497e-8e68-91a1e2f0e158/cayetana.png Blog - Cool wine for cool people - La Cayetana, Criolla Blanca Region: Lavalle - Mendoza, Argentina Grape: Criolla Blanca This wine is way too good to be $22.99 but here we are. Clean and crisp but beautifully layered with notes of preserved lemon and sea salt. Something about it makes you feel like you’re standing next to the ocean. Brace yourselves this is unlike any other white wine on our shelves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/2644bb0e-3496-42cf-ac79-7bc0bb5873be/morphosrose.png Blog - Cool wine for cool people - Oyster River Winegrowers, Morphos Rosé Region: Warren, ME Grape: Merlot If you haven’t tried this yet, what’s wrong with you? This naturally sparkling wine is ideal for getting the party started. Fresh strawberries, hibiscus, and rose petals. She’s way too good to sip slowly. I don’t know what they’re doing up there in Maine, but we hope they never stop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/86c2adec-dd0d-481a-a752-7e14572a3751/gesellmanzb.png Blog - Cool wine for cool people - Gesellman, ZB Region: Burgenland, Austria Grapes: Zweigelt, Bläufrankisch, Pinot Noir Spicy, earthy, and friendly for every palate. We’re got your holiday crowd pleaser right here. Mulberries, black cherry preserves, and a little freshly cracked pepper. You just need that perfect bite of turkey and stuffing to go alongside it. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/top-shelf-bet-self monthly 0.5 2022-10-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a87e4d8e-ae5c-4f49-825c-4e64bcdb0c72/jolybottleshot.png Blog - Top shelf, best self - Nicolas Joly, Savennières, Coulée de Serrant 2019 Region: Savennières-Coulée de Serrant AOP - Loire Valley, France Grape: Chenin Blanc If there’s one grape we’ve fallen even more in love with this year it’s Chenin Blanc. It’s quite possibly the most versatile varietal out there but also tricky to get right. But there’s no one more trustworthy in the world of Chenin that Nicolas Joly. Along with being a master of Chenin he has also been a pioneer in the world of biodynamic production. Allowing his vineyards to exist as living organisms to has led to his prolific library of successful vintages. Savennières-Coulée de Serrant is a single vineyard appellation that belongs to the Joly family and certainly the most renown when it comes to Loire Valley Chenin. The 2019 vintage is fiercely energetic. It certainly deserves a decant, you want those tightly wound layers of acid and fruit to unravel. When you do you’re left with an unforgettable drinking experience. We always say we love wine that tastes like rocks, which this certainly is, but beneath the rocks are notes of honeysuckle, tart nectarine, and sea salt. Simply put, this wine is gorgeous. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/cbcea806-ae8c-41a4-a011-b9f4e8510e1e/lacotebottleshot.png Blog - Top shelf, best self - Domaine De La Cote, La Côte Pinot Noir 2020 Region: Sta. Rita Hills AVA - California Grape: Pinot Noir It’s no secret that we’re fans of Raj Parr and Sashi Moorman. But you might not know that much about their wines. Located in the Santa Rita Hills appellation which hugs the California coastline just north of Santa Barbara, their vineyards are idea for growing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Just seven miles from the coast, their La Côte vineyard is nine and a half acres comprised of eons old seabeds full of shale and silex soils. Along with densely planted vines, Raj and Sashi created a recipe for powerful wines of real substance. The 2020 vintage is ripe but balanced. Each sip is a medley of blooming roses, black plums, and fresh thyme. This wine is concentrated with fine, ascending tannins and must be appreciated by serious lovers of Pinot Noir. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/54b6dd88-3410-4b88-854f-45a2f39e8265/solaiabottleshot.png Blog - Top shelf, best self - Marchesi Antinori, Solaia 2018 Region: IGT Toscana - Tuscany, Italy Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon (75%), Sangiovese (20%), Cabernet Franc (5%) Marchesi Antinori is certainly one of the most impactful producers of the last fifty years. As one of the leading producers of Super Tuscans we have them to thank for the robust style of international blends that come only from Tuscany. If you don’t know, Super Tuscan, is the term that is used when referring to certain styles of Tuscan reds made not only from Sangiovese, but from non-Italian varietals. And although these wines are produced in and around Chianti, they will never be labelled as such. Made within the secondary tier of regulated Italian denominations, IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica), this category of wines is known either by their producer or, in this case, by its vineyard. The 2019 vintage of Solaia is chock full of black currants, figs, and clove. This wine is brawny and incredibly warming. Another bottle that deserves to swirl around in a decanter, you’ll notice more fruit as you move along. While its tannins are firm (thanks Cabernet Sauvignon) they relax with time and air. The wine is opulent and its finish is long-lasting and memorable. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/tasting-notes-ep-2 monthly 0.5 2022-09-20 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/holy-mackerel monthly 0.5 2022-09-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e357b465-d542-4da5-9976-a673e88816aa/IMG_2559.JPG Blog - Holy Mackerel - montchèvre triple crème goat brie Speaking of cheese… If you need something light, creamy, and just a little tangy, the Montchevre Triple Crème Goat Brie. This semi-soft brie is fresh and just a little grassy. We love it with our Firehook crackers and LOVE it with Tomato & White Sultana Chutney. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/50e62fe2-acb4-4a73-ada0-a6aed048c461/IMG_2558.JPG Blog - Holy Mackerel - Beehive Seahive Cheddar Another honorable mention is the Seahive cheddar from Beehive Cheese. This wedge has quickly become a fan favorite and for good reason. It’s creamy but sharp and just a little sweet. We can’t get enough! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e7995569-241b-4f31-8ba7-7349506b08f1/IMG_2561.JPG Blog - Holy Mackerel - Patagonia Lemon caper mackerel The next time you pull on your Patagonia fleece you can rest assured that the logo you’re sporting cares just as much about the environment as they do keeping you warm. They source fish like Wild Atlantic mackerel, which are plentiful, taking the pressure off of larger species like tuna and swordfish. They employ cofradías, brotherhoods of fishermen that date back to medieval times, whose methods have always been sustainable. So remember, when you add the Lemon Caper Mackerel to your cart you’ll not only be getting a great dose of B-12, you can feel a little bit better about where your fish comes from. We recommend serving with lightly toasted sourdough, fresh butter, and a little flaky salt. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/7e595665-8ac8-49c9-b967-314e5f07af77/IMG_2562.JPG Blog - Holy Mackerel - Espinaler mussels This is the charcuterie board addition you didn’t know you needed. Jumpstart your boring meats & cheeses with some Mejillones in Escabeche aka Mussels in olive oil, vinegar, herbs and spices. You’ll be dunking your bread in the tin to soak up every last drop. These savory mussels are perfect and we love them. Pair with some Torres Black Truffle potato chips and a little Txakoli and you’ve got yourself a nice evening. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/dcb36c51-f099-4f75-91c0-0693545e7f95/IMG_2560.JPG Blog - Holy Mackerel - Conservas de Cambados Octopus in Olive Oil Our new favorite thing is making a little lemon pasta (Fox Pasta Linguine is the best!) and tossing in some octopus from Conservas de Cambados. Somehow the addition of a little tinned pulpo brightens up your most basic weeknight dinners. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/everyday-staff-picks-sept-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-09-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6f80e4f3-8b2e-49cd-8e2f-e538908cf8c1/IMG_2376.jpeg Blog - Our favorite go-tos For something a little more full bodied, we always recommend a nice Côte du Rhône like the Cypress Cuvée from Kermit Lynch, which reminds us of blackberries and cedar trees. Portugal is another great place to look to for affordable everyday bottles. The Quinta de Saes Tinto is a great wine if you’re roasting a chicken or just snacking on some charcuterie. With notes of wild strawberry and worn leather, it’s the ultimate comfort wine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/07e3e22c-bffd-4719-9665-92fd42b4bd87/IMG_2375.jpeg Blog - Our favorite go-tos If you’re more of a white wine lover, you might try some Piedmontese Arneis from Negro Lorenzo. Possibly our favorite white wine ever, it has enough body to stand up to just about anything while remaining fresh and entirely mineral-driven. We like to think it’s where Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc drinkers come together. But if you do enjoy something a little lighter, you should give the Falerio from Carminucci a try. It’s bright, slightly tropical, and an absolute treat to sip on. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/61ddc536-f9db-4d5d-84bd-32212ff0898a/IMG_2377.jpeg Blog - Our favorite go-tos And don’t forget, bubbles are always an option for everyday drinking (which we always encourage). The New MoRosé Spumante from Poderi Morini is a lovely aperitivo to enjoy throughout dinner as is the Zestos Pét Nat from L’Équilibristes. And there are plenty of skin-contact whites for those of you who enjoy a little orange wine during the week. Wines like Sciccu from Creta Paglia or Tiago Teles’ Raiz are ideal. Perfectly textured and not overly aromatic, they’re the kinds of wines we think of when we want to order sushi. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/fenway-turns-4 monthly 0.5 2022-09-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/bd4f5361-0f5c-4297-b487-d66317500b6e/empty+fenway.png Blog - fenway turns 4! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/2f455dee-00f3-4d16-8663-9e3b34b23280/aaronjyotifenway.png Blog - fenway turns 4! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f45f071d-b1e6-4b17-88f5-5c96bfa1e5e7/jyoticameras.png Blog - fenway turns 4! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/b2c5ad7c-f7dc-4490-a4f6-2b9977b22592/fenwaytasting2.png Blog - fenway turns 4! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/137ee404-5b91-4d1c-bdd1-ae2e7ccbb2a8/jyotichels.png Blog - fenway turns 4! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/d6e8fb40-a707-4e3e-89eb-ed02bb9407e2/aaron+ladder.png Blog - fenway turns 4! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/cd31ebf7-09a7-4ec0-b2e9-244356538be9/fenwaytasting.png Blog - fenway turns 4! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e56c4a75-9c2e-40e6-80bc-e4642da5810a/fenwaybars.png Blog - fenway turns 4! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/time-to-taste monthly 0.5 2022-09-19 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/dont-sleep-on-these-wines monthly 0.5 2022-08-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/db6058b4-4924-46fc-b2a0-f13037f452dc/cartuja.png Blog - Don’t sleep on these wines - La Cartuja, Priorat Region: DO Priorat - Catalonia, Spain Grapes: Garnacha, Mazuelo (aka Carignan) Rich plummy notes coupled with a little smoke and fresh acidity. Something about this board reminds me of a charcuterie board. Grab yourself some cured meats and go to town. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/fa735498-2725-45a1-a15d-0b3eb274afac/radikon+sivi.png Blog - Don’t sleep on these wines - Radikon, Sivi Pinot Grigio Region: Venezia Giulia IGT - Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy Grape: Pinot Grigio The OG skin contact white. Apricots, nectarines, and a gentle stick on the finish. So fresh, so clean. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/b4b76811-d9a9-4cef-ada5-b04e631a0bf4/Lapeyre.png Blog - Don’t sleep on these wines - Clos Lapeyre, Jurançon Moelleux Region: AOC Jurançon - Southwest Grapes: Petit Manseng, Gros Manseng This wine is simultaneously complex and refreshing. It's full of passion fruit, grilled pineapple, and lemony goodness. Its sweetness is almost an afterthought because it hits you over the head with acidity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/21c94e42-4568-4578-841b-99ae114036e3/respide-3.png Blog - Don’t sleep on these wines - Château de Respide, Graves Region: Graves AOP - Bordeaux, France Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot A nose full of strawberry preserves, red plum, and bittersweet chocolate. This wine is delicate and savory with refined tannins. Merlot really does her job here while Cabernet Sauvignon is there to support. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/5b1a8c0a-1c37-4208-89b6-56ce3c9414b1/sangue+di+giuda.png Blog - Don’t sleep on these wines - Giorgi, Costarosa Sangue di Giuda Region: Oltrepò Pavese DOC - Lombardia, Italy Grapes: Croatina, Barbera, Uva Rara Baked strawberry, red currant, and blackberry. If you need a dessert wine to pair with anything chocolate, look no further. Lightly effervescent and slightly lower in alcohol, this is the ideal wine to sip on after dinner with or without something sweet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6fd01dd9-5761-4256-82a9-5d03a8114b15/gaintza.png Blog - Don’t sleep on these wines - Gaintza, Txakolina Region: Getariako Txakolina DO - Basque Country, Spain Grapes: Hondarrabi Zuri, Gros Manseng, Hondarrabi Beltza A little croissant dough on the nose. A very gentle spritz upon opening, but it's all about lemon, sea salt, and ocean air. So tart and tangy, it cries out for fried clams or spreadable sheep's milk cheeses. Something like Brebisrousse d'Argental or Queso Roncal over a fresh baguette would be perfect. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/5f1f404a-18b8-432d-b2c1-23e851bd6814/lechuza+garnacha-2.png Blog - Don’t sleep on these wines - Lechuza, Garnacha Region: Castilla-La Mancha, Spain Grape: Garnacha Thank goodness for Garnacha. Violets and acacia coupled with brilliant minerality makes us love this wine even more. It stays bright and juicy while maintaining its depth. Just trust us and give it a try. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/rose-is-bae monthly 0.5 2022-08-07 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/sherry-baby monthly 0.5 2022-08-02 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/off-the-beaten-path monthly 0.5 2022-07-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/68db8f42-8cb7-4c9c-8f6b-048a60cc5ed8/pom+aurea+cider.png Blog - Off the beaten path - Trabanco, Poma Aurea Brut Nature Sidra de Asturias You’re not a cider drinker until you’ve opened and appreciated this guy. Along with its steady stream of bubbles you get a little chamomile, fresh pear, and refreshing zip of acid. This is what Asturian cider is supposed to be. To be honest, I think I take home more of this than any two customers combined. It’s an absolute must-try. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/38875fbc-afbe-4838-9af0-734b1ca4dd49/cascade.png Blog - Off the beaten path - Cascade, Valley Flora Sour Ale Fans of sour beers and pét nats, listen up. This barrel aged red ale is a fantastic offering from the Pacific Northwest. Fermented with a little Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, this sour red is a real treat. And at 500mL there’s no shame in finishing a whole bottle yourself! Think blackberry, candied lemon peel, and a little malt on the finish. This is for anyone who wants a serious pucker. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/8b69486d-7259-4cf2-bfd8-640d0bb838d6/jester+king.png Blog - Off the beaten path - Jester King, Grisette Currant Farmhouse Ale Just a little Farmhouse Ale refermented with black currants. Doesn’t that sound like fun? Well, it is. The Grisette is the perfect thing to add to your picnic basket. Easygoing, dry, and just a little tart. If you find yourself in a rut, I highly recommend taking a look at what Jester King has to offer. As someone who is primarily a wine drinker, I find myself enjoying everything I open from these guys. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/12efc709-d040-41f5-9637-e78e2a9b3f94/shacksbury+rosa.png Blog - Off the beaten path - Shacksbury Cellars + Martha Stoumen, Rosa Do you like wine and also cider? Then we have the bottle for you. Nero D’Avola grape skins from Martha Stoumen with some Shacksbury apples left alone to co-ferment in peace. The result? A punchy, lightly fruity dream of wild strawberries and sharp apples. Is it a cider, is it a pét nat? The answer is yes, and we love it. We recommend you getting your hands on this cellar release toDAY. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/13f0bc1e-2be3-4446-af69-7a7d961814ec/muz+vermouth.png Blog - Off the beaten path - Partida Creus, MUZ Vermouth A couple of crazy Piedmontese making vermut in Catalunya. We need more people like Antonella Gerona and Massimo Marchiori in the world. A little organically grown Vermentino It’s time to shake up your spritz game. Give the MUZ a splash of tonic and you’ve got the ideal aperitivo. In your glass you’ll find notes of blood orange, clove, and a little thyme. We can’t get enough. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/0994f286-bb11-4fc9-8059-19d219cf3417/couvreur+whiskey.png Blog - Off the beaten path - Michel Couvreur, The Unique Whisky Distilled in Scotland but aged and bottled in France. Because these whiskeys don’t play according to Hoyle, they can’t be called Scotch. But make no mistake, the single malts of Michel Couvreur deserve your attention. After his passing, Michel’s son-in-law and cellar master Jean-Arnaud Frantzen continued the work of producing nuanced, one of a kind whisky. Notes of black tea, orange peel, and vanilla seed make this a dream to sip on. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/refresh-yourself monthly 0.5 2022-07-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/16e6ce33-7836-413f-97ba-09da9df9a4f9/petnat_bifri.png Blog - refresh yourself - Podere il Saliceto, Bi Fri Region: Emilia-Romagna, Italy Grapes: Trebbiano, Sauvignon Blanc Herbaceous, mineral-driven, and a little citrusy. Think freshly peeled grapefruits and tomatoes on the vine. Everyone needs a little orange pét-nat. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/790e5ca7-c04e-46d2-97f6-a8a8e5445729/petnat_splash.png Blog - refresh yourself - Château Barouillet, Splash! Region: Southwest - Bergerac, France Grape: Sémillon Bosc Pear, honeydew, and a little Captain Crunch. Incredibly refreshing. This pét-nat is so sharp, so clean, and way too refreshing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/5590dc72-ebdb-4bb0-b972-bcf819834a01/petnat_alpino.png Blog - refresh yourself - Furlani, Alpino Bianco Frizzante Region: Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy Grapes: Nosiola, Pinot Bianco, Müller-Thurgau Lemon zest, wet sand, and a little nocciola. This wine is a breath of fresh (alpine) air in your glass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/67ce308a-cbe4-4539-a9df-ed75bc0f62c7/petnat_tocco.png Blog - refresh yourself - Casa di Baal, Tocco di Baal Region: IGT Colli di Salerno - Campania Grape: Aglianico A bone dry Aglianico pét nat that requires pizza and sunshine. Think strawberry shaved ice, blood orange, and shortbread. The easygoing bubbles and savory finish are addicting. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/82bef84b-31e5-49e1-9a77-08532ca4da21/petnat_foamwhite.png Blog - refresh yourself - Meinklang, Foam White Region: Neusiedlersee - Burgenland, Austria Grape: Pinot Gris White nectarine, Greek yogurt, and a little ocean air. This pét-nat has fantastic acidity but finishes with a lovely roundness thanks to its extended lees contact. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/0451b31c-e42c-4398-b56e-4d17acfe4eeb/petnat_uivorose.png Blog - refresh yourself - Folias de Baco, UIVO Rosé PT NAT Region: Douro DO - Douro, Portugal Grape: Pinot Noir Clean, dry, and so refreshing. This pét nat is too easy to drink. Think lemon zest and rose petals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/116675f7-fc8e-4a35-bdd9-4cf5fda4afa1/petnat_brocchenin.png Blog - refresh yourself - Broc Cellars, Chenin Blanc Pét Nat Region: Paso Robles AVA - California Grape: Chenin Blanc Meyer lemon, honey dust, sea salt. If you enjoy dry, ultra-refreshing sparkling wine that veers into lager territory, you NEED to try this wine. It's exactly what you need to survive these ridiculously hot days. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/whats-on-deck monthly 0.5 2022-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e1436ae1-7d7d-43c1-ab89-e8c5d5c9332e/IMG_8130.jpeg Blog - What’s on deck? - Ashley’s Pick Domaine Matassa, Cuvée Marguerite Region: VdP Roussillon, France Grapes: Muscat d'Alexandrie, Muscat Petit Grain, Macabeu Dried mango, a little buttery, and just a hit of funk on the finish. This wine is rich but tropical. Catalunyan grapes grown by Kiwis in the South of France. Too cool. Looking forward to Ashley’s notes on this one! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/678bd5d1-6f12-4d94-9cfc-20e5b6a132a7/glassier-gewuerztraminer-2.jpg Blog - What’s on deck? - Abby’s Pick Glassier, Gewürztraminer Region: Südtirol-Alto Adige DOC - Trentino-Alto Adige Grape: Gewürztraminer Beautiful Gewürztraminer full of honeysuckle. This wine is clean, smooth, and intense. Too many Gewürztraminers struggle to find balance. They overwhelm you with aroma and disappoint you upon sipping. Not this one. Its acidity and flavor exist in perfect harmony and its long, dry finish only make you want more. You’re gonna love this one Abbs! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/dc92ea48-1f73-4632-9399-e9c99f727f98/vetter.png Blog - What’s on deck? - Colin’s Pick Stefan Vetter, "Longue Tongue" Sylvaner Region: Franken, Germany Grape: Sylvaner Leave it to Colin to pick the punk-rocker of winemakers. Steffan Vetter is singlehandedly keeping Sylvaner on our radar with his fabulous wines. The Longue Tongue razor sharp acidity, is slightly briny, and drinks so clean. There’s a very good reason it’s on Colin’s list. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6666ce50-f635-4bce-b537-0084fabc1fe0/courtin+resonance.png Blog - What’s on deck? - Chelsie’s Pick Marie Courtin, Résonance Extra Brut Blanc de Noirs Region: Champagne AOP - Aube, Champagne Grape: Pinot Noir Blanc de Noirs, zero dosage, vinified in stainless steel. This wine is sharp, focused, and absolutely gorgeous. Mineral-driven, slightly pithy, and the ideal pairing for the entire raw bar. Thank you Marie Courtin for another beautiful bottle! Can’t wait to pop this one open myself! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/5725a694-8070-4b32-ba37-e42a21db05f9/guadagno+fiano-2.png Blog - What’s on deck? - Eric’s Pick Vigne Guadagno, Contrada Sant'Aniello, Fiano di Avellino Region: Fiano di Avellino DOCG - Campania Grape: Fiano Bright and creamy. Dazzling acidity but with a softness that only Fiano can provide. A year on fine lees doesn't hurt either. Think lemon oil, pecorino, and Yuzu curd. Eric, you’ve got a serious treat coming your way! We’re thinking a little grilled swordfish or octo-dogs with this one. Of course you can’t count out your standard summertime lobster rolls! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/8fa39629-c442-4633-b7ff-35e72260bea1/occhipinti.png Blog - What’s on deck? - Harper’s Pick Arianna Occhipinti, Il Frappato Region: DOC Sicilia - Sicily Grape: Frappato Bloody good Frappato. Fresh, flinty, and elegant. Balanced acidity with an earthy flair. This is such a beautiful expression of Sicilian wine. You’re gonna love it Harper! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/04127b69-e8b8-410b-9418-ea62ba6d66c4/pugnitello.png Blog - What’s on deck? - Chris’ Pick Region: IGT Toscana - Tuscany Grape: Pugnitello Pugnitello makes for deep, dark reds that are full-bodied with incredibly soft tannins. The 2017 shows off notes of clove, pipe tobacco, and blackberry preserves. This wine is so smooth and has incredible aging potential. It’s no wonder Chris can’t wait to open it! https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/do-you-have-orange-wine monthly 0.5 2022-06-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e1a672d4-6dc8-4cd1-b320-bd1e12cfd632/Q500+Passerina.png Blog - Do you have orange wine? - Q500, Colline Pescaresi Passerina Region: Colline Pescaresi IGT - Abruzzo, Italy Grape: Passerina Producer: Azienda Agricola Colle Trotta — Q500 The new vintage of the Passerina is chic and textured. Plenty of acidity and savory goodness to stand up to your favorite cheeses. A serious staff favorite. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/afb1b609-3043-49a5-83dd-ab14b81d6210/Tinaja.png Blog - Do you have orange wine? - Estación Yumbel, Tinaja Region: Secano Interior Yumbel - Sur, Chile Grape: Muscat of Alexandria This is what orange wine should be. This wine is simply cheerful. Light texture, orange zest, dried apricots, and lively acidity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/0aa715cb-ca40-4645-a78d-06c06df49536/Folk.png Blog - Do you have orange wine? - Creta Paglia, Folk Region: Calabria, Italy Grape: Pecorello Dirrrrty. Tannins that grip like velcro. Brett-tastic in the best way. Lemons and pressed gardenia too, but it's all about structure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/cf9fbce1-0254-450a-8086-9cbde4ee1fea/Marialonga.png Blog - Do you have orange wine? - Casa di Baal, Marialonga Region: Colli di Salerno IGT - Campania, Italy Grapes: Fiano, Falanghina A nose full of apricot shortbread. Lots of pineapple and white pepper on the palate. It’s our new favorite skin-contact white. All the fruit you need with a nice, dry finish. Time to have a bonfire on the beach. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/3fc1e802-7683-41e5-a0f0-c1bd6a08eec4/JaszLaci.png Blog - Do you have orange wine? - Jász Laci, Rising Sun Region: Somló, Hungary Grapes: Chardonnay, Juhfark So much tangerine on the nose, light and smoky in your glass. This bright, sticky orange wine is so good. Roast a chicken and sautée some mushrooms friends. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/dads-love-pairings monthly 0.5 2022-06-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/06ac507d-63ec-46b2-998b-81dd9fa592ef/cheese.png Blog - Dad’s love pairings! - don’t forget the cheese https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6b0fa00d-c8e7-4bcb-bbde-a802a19bf86e/sincronia.png Blog - Dad’s love pairings! - Lights out Ready for something different? This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Callet, and Syrah is exactly what you need. Full bodied, sticky but not overwhelming tannins, and replete with dried blueberries. If this sounds good to you then you need to try Sincronia. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/9f608549-adeb-4c8a-a373-3cacdf2c93d3/1.png Blog - Dad’s love pairings! - time to grill No matter what you’re throwing on the grill this weekend you’re going to want a little something smoky to sip on. Use the occasion to upgrade your chillable red with one of Aaron’s favorites, the Misturado de Cambria. A serendipitous collaboration between Raj Parr and Envinate, this juicy blend of Mencía and Trousseau is the perfect bottle to open. Savory and mineral driven with lingering waft of charcoal in the background. And if you need just a little more fruit in the mix, the Stampede Zinfandel from Maître de Chai is the way to go. Classic California Zin that gives you a real sense of the old west in your glass. High acid, smooth tannins, and all the blackberries you could ask for. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/db1dba20-be52-4c80-b08d-30431ad4bcaa/lindav.png Blog - Dad’s love pairings! - Sharp & clean We can’t exactly celebrate anything without a little Chardonnay. The Linda Vista Chardonnay from Matthiasson is the bottle to change anyone’s mind about this polarizing grape. Lean, bright, and terribly sophisticated. And the perfect pairing you ask? Why don’t you scroll down… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/b2cb39e0-38dc-48e7-9071-fcd342c39d61/2.png Blog - Dad’s love pairings! - Make it stand out NBD, just a photo of what we’re taking home this weekend https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/479d319d-df04-4bee-9a50-8e4ad4667f9d/lespreuses.png Blog - Dad’s love pairings! - a little something for the collector If you’re looking to treat dad to something nice, look no further than Les Preuses, the Grand Cru Chablis from Jean et Sébastien Dauvissat. This elegant expression of Chablis is the perfect gift for anyone making a study of Chardonnay. The rolling layers of lemon pith, creamy texture, and unending complexity that only the chalky soils of Chablis can provide keep you thinking with every sip. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/cheese-please monthly 0.5 2022-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/36637251-6c80-42e6-9873-71e7052ef069/cypress+sgt+pepper.jpg Blog - Cheese please - Cypress Grove Sgt. Pepper Crumbly – Exotic – Piquant Palmento Costanzo, Mofete Bianco A nose full of seawater and papaya, a mouthful of silky, clean acidity. It's somehow both creamy and mineral driven. RE-FRESH-ING AF. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/46793bda-9e3d-4ebe-a479-23423069e4f0/zingermanspimento.jpeg Blog - Cheese please - Zingermans Pimento Cheese Peppery – Savory – So Spreadable Enjoy with Domaine Le Novi, Terres de Safres, Luberon Rouge Barnyard-y in the way that we love. This wine is savory and has beautiful acidity. Think black cherries covered in cocoa with subtle, ascending tannins. Or the Albone from Podere il Saliceto Black currant, wet earth, thyme. Made from 100% Lambrusco Salamino, this dry sparkling wine is a mixed berry salad with a little leather. It is effervescent and fresh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/38ef2faa-48a6-4c54-afd3-4e1e10c39d8a/GraftonCheese2020-3-TRUFFLE_SILO-456x456.jpg Blog - Cheese please - Grafton Village Cheese Co. Truffle Cheddar Buttery – Sweet – Luxurious Enjoy with Ruth Lewandowski, Fox Hill Vineyard Mahlon Arneis from Mendocino? Yes please. Sandy white grapes and Coppertone. It's like a day at the beach downwind from a honeysuckle tree. or the Produttori del Barbaresco, Langhe Nebbiolo Fennel, asphalt, and tea rose. This Nebbiolo is surprisingly savoury, but it has all the acid you're looking for and tannins that reach every inch of your palate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/bdb5ee0d-64fd-47e6-85cd-5a18ce7b122b/capriole+Tea%2BRose%2BNew%2B6.jpg Blog - Cheese please - Capriole Tea Rose Bright – Herbaceous – Beautifully Floral Enjoy with Glassier, Gewürztraminer Beautiful Gewürztraminer full of honeysuckle. This wine is clean, smooth, and intense. Too many Gewürztraminers struggle to find balance. They overwhelm you with aroma and disappoint you upon sipping. Not this one. Its acidity and flavor exist in perfect harmony and its long, dry finish only make you want more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6e559f7b-b867-4e47-8c33-bca7d66ee2c4/Prufrockgreybarn.jpg Blog - Cheese please - Prufrock Graybarn Tropical – Fun & Funky Cantina Furlani, Vino Frizzante Antico Bright, sunshiny, sparkling wine. Apricots, orange peel, lemon pith, and mouthwatering acidity. We can’t get enough! Bruale, Rkatsiteli Mtsvane Dry Amber Wine Walnut peel and dried apricot. This wine is full-bodied and highly tannic. It's incredibly savory and ready for food! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6d74f37f-1559-4d41-801d-b284a95693b6/beehivebarelybuzzed.jpg Blog - Cheese please - Beehive Barely Buzzed Café au Lait – Lavender – Absolutely Delicious Grosjean Frères, Vallee d'Aoste Pinot Noir This wine is bright and clean but evokes so much umami on the palate. This is one of our new favorite Pinots. Give it a swirl and see if you can sniff out the green onion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6cf2ec4c-76d2-4ec1-90bb-1c9fab7f6c3e/Little%2BHosmer%2BAd.jpg Blog - Cheese please - Jasper Hill Little Hosmer Nutty – Nuanced – Vegetal Enjoy with Loimer, Grüner Veltliner So dry, so pretty. Radishes, Fuji apples, and lemon pith. This Grüner will refresh your face off. So dry, so pretty. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/welcome-to-wine-press-brookline monthly 0.5 2022-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/9a9d87c1-8c1d-4aa1-8ea7-9f43120c2b70/IMG_1217.JPG Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out One of my favorite memories working in Brookline is when I helped a woman pick out a few bottles of different grower Champagne pre-pandemic. Then she came in earlier this year and asked me for help picking out Champagne telling my about how much she enjoyed the champagne someone helped her pick out back in 2019, and then realized I was the same person who helped her back then. -Chris https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/2cc0e5a2-e8f0-4671-8222-ae8a5db4ed56/IMG_8207.JPG Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out I’m grateful to come to work every day at a place that not only values me and my contributions but also where I have an opportunity make an impact and effect change. The Wine Press vibe is . I’m so lucky to be a part of it. -Ashley https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/2494a7e6-1b46-4621-9747-58318eca6976/44473F4E-138D-46DC-A2BD-B1C8300A17BA.jpg Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out I’m happy to work for two people that legitimately care about being of service to their community. Our customers in Brookline see that Aaron and Jyoti know what it takes to be good neighbors and they extend that same mindset to their Wine Press family. -Colin https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/8acded29-36f6-4241-b071-1a99170b828a/IMG_9154.JPG Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6e41cb83-2552-490c-ab6a-7cc7868b4495/IMG_4153.JPG Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/0826a248-009a-4bc7-b7d2-6da393e2768e/a9d575f5-c9f4-4a17-a6db-cc0309e5585a.jpg Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e1bfc893-995d-475f-a791-346daadcd645/IMG_8149.JPG Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out When you walk into WP Brookline, you’re walking into a space free of pretense and full of warmth. First as a customer and now as an employee, I sometimes forget how rare that experience can be. When our regulars open the door to shop we see friends to share our wine with, not customers from whom we expect transactions. In light of the latest changes to the neighborhood, the question asked during some of our first brainstorming sessions was, “What do people need?” We know this is a business, and we take that very seriously. But we are neighbors first. That’s what it’s like to work here, that’s how we think. The bottom line is important, but never more so than our character. There’s no snobbery or high-hatting of any kind. Genuine connection and the shared love of crafting unforgettable moments is what keeps us going. That’s why we love what we do, it’s why I feel so lucky to work for Aaron & Jyoti. And if you’ve spent any time browsing our shelves and chatting with our staff, you know exactly what I’m talking about. -Chelsie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f2555eec-f847-47be-8448-cbb55b686fe0/2F65CD78-4C8A-4DA2-8FE7-6344A1A1577B.jpg Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out My favorite thing about Aaron and Jyoti is their strong sense of community. I remember when I got hired and Aaron took me to Japonaise Bakery next door & we sat outside and had coffee and talked about wine. He said, “I like your energy - You’re hired.” Every since that day I knew WP was a special place. I’ve learned SO much about wine and community engagement since I joined the WP family. Thank you for everything you do and I can’t wait to see the WP Market grow!!!! -Abby https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/80bfe09f-fab1-4f29-8853-0d494caf708c/IMG_5470.JPG Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/bc2a3c7c-5ff3-44b8-abf9-cd7a5943a516/aarondevin.jpg Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/c33e4ee6-d80b-4eba-9e95-c2089eb8326c/20200606_103907+DSC00051.jpeg Blog - Welcome to Wine Press Brookline - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/undiscovered-treasures monthly 0.5 2022-05-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/ca53a8ef-cf1d-4594-a822-d43ce03e46c3/petit+5.JPG Blog - Undiscovered Treasures Aurélien's wines encapsulate the climate and terroir of the Hérault. Organic farming, manual work in the vines & cellar, respect of the soils, vines & fruit, minimal intervention. His wines are unfiltered & unfined and sulfur is added only when necessary and kept to a strict minimum if the wines need to be stabilized. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/3d6b51b5-003c-4974-9d12-f9a613a7c473/bock+4.JPG Blog - Undiscovered Treasures https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/fae1253b-eb0e-4b43-8218-c58f66966704/3755ed10-71d2-4fc0-a7ee-ee02d4c8e022.jpg Blog - Undiscovered Treasures - Sylvain Bock, À la Fraîche Grapes: 75 % Sauvignon Blanc/ 25 % Chardonnay Vineyard size: 1 ha Winemaking: Direct press for the Sauvignon Blanc followed by a 1 month long fermenting in stainless steel . The Chardonnay was in barriques since 2019 and blended in for more added complexity. The wine is then aged for 8 months in stainless steel tanks. The wines of Sylvain Bock are some of the cleanest we’ve tasted. This wine has beautiful acidity, it’s razor sharp at first sip, and is totally mineral driven thanks to its limestone soils. A must-try if there ever was one. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/73fff7bd-75f5-46c7-8bdf-fe5b4c0bfbfa/1eee94f1-05df-4c91-8281-b31a04488141.jpg Blog - Undiscovered Treasures - Je t'aime Pet Nat Grapes: 70 % Sauvignon Blanc & Sauvignon Gris/30 % Gamay Geoffray Vineyard Size: 0.8 hectares Bottles produced : 1660 bottles Winemaking: Co-fermented white & red grapes direct press, 2 weeks first fermentation, then bottled with 2 grams of natural residual sugar, fermentation ended in bottle A pét-nat to fall in love with. Bone dry with a little earthy tangerine action and brilliant acidity. Reminds us of warm days on the beach building sandcastles, so delicious. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/2bba0ebc-469b-4e8e-aaea-a245d8dff096/massotte+4.JPG Blog - Undiscovered Treasures Clos Massotte is a small 8 ha winery situated against the Pyrenees, the Mont Canigou and very close to the Spanish border. In 2004, Pierre-Nicolas decides to make a change. He left the stress of everyday life to return to nature and its winegrowing roots. He took over 8 hectares of plots within the 40 hectares of his family property and began converting to natural farming and making wine from 60-year-old vines. He cultivated Grenache Blanc, Grenache Gris, Macabeu, Muscat d’Alexandrie, Muscat Petit Grain, as well as Syrah, Grenache Noir, Cinsault, Carignan, and Mourvèdre. Pierre-Nicolas learned how to bring freshness, minerality, and originality without oenological inputs. He describes it as having been an unintended journey of personal discovery. “The alchemy which leads to the divine nectar then to the bottle encourages me to be humble and simple in all my operations” Pierre-Nicolas Massotte https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/e4e9f3ea-5adb-462c-9e35-827cb114b94d/img-5384.jpg Blog - Undiscovered Treasures - Clos Massotte, Savate Sauvage Grape : 100% Mourvèdre Vineyard size : 0.8ha Average Age of Vines : 30 years Winemaking : 2 week maceration in fiberglass tanks Bottles produced : 2000 On the nose, just a little funk that quickly blows off. This wine is truly wild. Once it opens up it has brilliant acidity and perfectly balanced tannins. This is savory, rugged Mourvèdre that deserves your attention. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/ed599a82-4a07-4f36-83d3-e7e4a9987ae9/bock+5.JPG Blog - Undiscovered Treasures - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/fa71cbbf-a5c3-4191-854b-9ce26e7268c5/bock+3.JPG Blog - Undiscovered Treasures https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/016892de-0ced-4436-b679-9a48ce6bdae6/massotte+2.JPG Blog - Undiscovered Treasures - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6a879828-19cf-4023-bf88-9352aebb572b/TUGJ1555-2.JPG Blog - Undiscovered Treasures His wines are a portrait of Herault and they reflect a real sense of place. They are sophisticated, but without pretense. They are approachable, but behind every sip is an invitation to think a little bit more as the wine opens up and reveals new layers of flavor. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/71908563-def5-4177-80b7-26de7b57cd13/yeti-2.png Blog - Undiscovered Treasures - Premiere Presse du Yeti Grape: 31 different varieties of Gamay Vineyard Size: 0.4 hectare, micro-zone Bottles produced : 880 Average Age of Vines : 70 years Winemaking: 4 days macération whole cluster, co fermented , followed by 2 months of aging in fiberglass tanks This is a wine we could swirl and sniff all day. A nose full of black raspberry candy and cinnamon, but so delicate it feels like fresh air rushing over your palate. Karine & Cyril Alonso mean to preserve the heritage varieties of Gamay that grow on this micro-clos and they are a credit to themselves because this wine is gorgeous. It has quickly become a fan-favorite at Wine Press Fenway! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a5982ff3-b2cb-4232-96fc-6ca5607865fe/img-6283.jpg Blog - Undiscovered Treasures - Clos Massotte, Originie Grape: 100% Muscat Vineyard size: 1.5 ha Average Age of Vines : 50 years old Winemaking: 2 week maceration in stainless steel tanks followed by a long 2 month fermentation Bottles produced : 1500 This wine is an explosion of flowers with a subtle funky finish. It offers a basket of fresh apricots and white nectarines. And while it is fruity, it is incredibly dry, which makes it ideal for food. It’s springtime in a bottle and an excellent example of Muscat de Petit Grains. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/78a0e8b9-a3d9-4c6c-96b0-f1763c09f420/alonso+2.jpg Blog - Undiscovered Treasures Karine and Cyril Alonso are at the helm of their tiny domaine in the Beaujolais region. Their family lives and make wine in a Ampelographic Conservatory of 1.7ha of vines in Marchampt, distributed on 3 plots and regrouping 140 varieties of old grapes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/95422e31-d8b3-4570-8107-46f5ce5848d9/bock+6.jpg Blog - Undiscovered Treasures He ferments most of the grapes on their stems with only the old vine Grenache that is good enough to go into Neck Plus Ultra de-stemmed for a slower traditional maceration. Other work in the cellar is minimal, with no additions of any kind. Sylvain’s patience and knowledge result in wines of purity and freshness, without compromising on depth. As Sylvain says, ‘I don’t want to make nouveau wines, let winter do its job (in terms of settling the wines). I release them when they are ready.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/9250cd16-312c-4f2f-8da5-f3ca28da3a49/img-6282.jpg Blog - Undiscovered Treasures - Le Petit Domaine, Les Taches Grapes : 70% Syrah / 30% Carignan Bottles produced : 2,700 bottles Winemaking: The Syrah undergoes one part in carbonic maceration for 15 days, one part destemmed followed by traditional maceration for 10 days . The Carignan is destemmed and is then traditionally macerated for 15 days. It the ages for 10 months in neutral oak barrels. This is a serious wine not to be overlooked. It starts off generous and smooth, slowly becoming drier as you swallow. On the nose it gives off notes of cherry candy but its sturdy, ascending tannins and weighty mid-palate call out for steak au poivre or a nice brisket. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a2106930-893c-4b08-83e2-af54cd191133/img-6284.jpg Blog - Undiscovered Treasures - Le Petit Domaine, Démesure Grape: Chenin Blanc Vineyard Size: 2.5 ha Average Age of Vines: 40 years Winemaking: 3 days maceration followed by 10 months of aging, both in neutral oak barrels Bottles Produced: Only 1000 bottles made, only 120 available in the US! This wine is subtle yet savory with notes of white button mushroom. It deserves poached fishes, a tower of shellfish, or the best gooey French cheese you can find. It’s so cheeky and fun. M. Petit knows exactly what he’s doing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/27b88124-2f95-4314-a76c-7057e76126fa/alonso+6.jpg Blog - Undiscovered Treasures They exist in an “eco-lieu” surounded by 450 ha of forest. Everything is done by hand, from harvest to labelling, in a perfect ecosphere. Vinification is made with indigenous yeast at room temperature from vines of hills in agroforestry. Bees forage in a protected natural park while the wine ferments quietly in the cellar. These are low intervention wines, nothing is added, nothing is augmented. The living soils and biodiversity of grapes planted by Alonso’s family create precise wines full of energy. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/monte-rio-cellars-and-skull-wines monthly 0.5 2022-05-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f262bd54-7154-462e-a7b6-7aeecd93aa87/IMG_8750.JPG Blog - MONTE RIO CELLARS & SKULL WINES - 2021 Monte Rio Cellars, Chardonnay, Mendocino, CA ($24.99) Quite a bit further north than Lodi (which is in the Sierra Foothills – or on the Western part) the Chardonnay is grown in Mendocino County in a coastal area; more ideal for Chardonnay (and Pinot Noir). This is not a fruity number, nor is it oaky. Whole clusters are used once again, fermentation is carried out in stainless steel, then the wine is aged for just 5 months in OLD wooden barrels. Once in barrel they elect to treat the wine in a semi-Jurassic fashion (not dinosaur Jurassic, rather as in Jura, France) by irregularly ‘toppin-up’ the barrels and allowing for some oxidative character. That’s oxidative, NOT oxidized – the former being an elective winemaking technique, the latter a wine fault. This brilliant decision adds a certain enhanced texture to the wine, as well as hints of walnut skin and walnuts. There is also plenty of minerality. This may just be the Chardonnay (other than Chablis) that ABC drinkers will enjoy. By the way…that’s Anything But Chardonnay;) Enjoy with aged cow’s milk cheeses ideally with an Alpine origin, white fish in a brown butter sauce with or without toasted pecans, or in a flannel and a wool cap with Doc Marten’s for that Mendo vibe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f6d0f7a3-c3dd-4cec-b0b0-69b59cd991ea/bdaaf230-b71c-4c3f-b2e0-e3a0b0fc6a11-2.jpg Blog - MONTE RIO CELLARS & SKULL WINES - 2020 Monte Rio Cellars, Primitivo, Lodi, CA ($24.99) Primitivo is the Italian name for the Zinfandel grape. I have written about it before and I will certainly write about again, here and in the future; wine is made by humans who elect to use various techniques in the vineyard and winery that ultimately result in styles that can vary greatly. Most know Zinfandel as a fruit forward, high(er) alcohol wine that more typically than not has a certain level of richness and a tooth staining purply thing going on. Some are outrageously delicious; some can be pretty heavy handed with a good deal of residual sugar. This wine is anything but the latter. I love the lighter (than typical) weight of this wine which frankly drinks more like Pinot Noir than your ‘typical’ Zin. It has this super interesting smoky character in the finish, elegant freshness and a very medium sort of body. Vivid blue-tinged ruby color leading to an intensely fragrant red fruit aroma with very ‘Lodi’ nuances of black tea and almost umami-like protein quality (think aged cheese), with leafy/herby undertones. The entry on the palate is soft and gentle, but by the middle it becomes zesty, edgy yet meaty in its fruit focus, lingering with a moderate tannin and herbal/leafy notes. The deep color and fruit focus, according to Cappiello, is a product of 100% whole cluster carbonic maceration (whereby whole clusters are sealed in a closed tank, initiating an intracellular fermentation in each berry resulting in softer tannins and elevated fruit qualities). That sense of "nakedness" in the wine's fruit profile and earth toned distinctions is also attributable to Cappiello and Mahle's unsulfured approach to winemaking, done entirely with native yeasts and strictly neutral "old wood," and finished at a very restrained 12.5% alcohol. Burgers, Charcuterie, Salmon, Monkfish, Swordfish….this wine can handle a wide array of cuisine and it’s a blast to drink! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1fa40598-0742-43ee-ba0e-338395396be6/IMG_8751.JPG Blog - MONTE RIO CELLARS & SKULL WINES - 2021 Skull Wines, Pinkette, California ($23.99) Seemingly a hot button style at the moment, this crown-capped beauty falls into the category of ‘piquette’. Piquettes are made utilizing the pomace (the dense clumps of grape skins, seeds, stems and pulp that remain after juice has been pressed for wine) left over from winemaking. The word itself comes from the French word for ‘prickle’, an ode to the delicate fizz they contain. In France, piquette is said to have been the preferred drink of vineyard workers at the lunch table, as its low alcohol encouraged post-lunch productivity rather than an alcohol-fueled stupor. In Italy, piquette has various names including acqua pazza, acquarello and vinello, but the style dates all the way back to Ancient Rome. Here, Pinot Gris (Calvinco Vineyard) and Trousseau Gris (Fannuchi Vineyard) pomace gets a little water added and it’s steeped for 2 days before being drained into steel barrels. At that point, unfermented Pinot Gris juice is added to assist fermentation (all native yeast). Organic beet sugar is added the day of bottling to start second fermentation in bottle. The resulting 7% abv wine is light and fun and reticent of strawberries and such, evoking a style similar to, but lighter in both color and body than dry Lambrusco, with ZERO added sulfur. Crush this on a hot day, mowing the lawn or at lunch with anything from a burger to a cheese plate, charcuterie board or at breakfast with Fruit Loops! Ok…that was me being silly, but theoretically that last pairing could work, without milk. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/king-of-the-north monthly 0.5 2022-05-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/11cba76e-2830-47a3-9a22-c85cd742f938/IMG_7851.JPG Blog - King of the North - 2016 Pierre Gaillard, Côte-Rôtie $74.99 The appellation’s name translates to ‘roasted slope’. The hillsides are very steep and you guessed it, get a lot of sunshine. I said SUNSHINE, not heat. I’ve definitely expelled some sweat while visiting the Northern Rhône, but it’s actually about the same mean temperature as Beaune in Burgundy (p.s., I’ve sweated there too;) Ok, so maybe I overstressed the ‘granite’ aspect of this particular region as there are really two terroirs here – Granite and Schist (darker Schist with Iron Oxide producing stronger more structured wines and blonder Granite producing more elegant, more perfumed wines). Did you know that Beaujolais at the southern tip of Burgundy is actually part of the Rhône Department? I know, weird, right? Less weird however, when you consider that Côte-Rôtie in particular is at the northern tip of the Northern Rhône. And they BOTH contain Granite soils. Alas, up to 20% of the white grape Viognier can be blended into wines from here. Gaillard’s Côte-Rôtie is representative of all of the vineyards to which he tends and full range of terroirs to boot, though mostly Schist. He elects to incorporate 10% Viognier which lightens the load on the palate a bit and affords a bit more perfume. This is super pretty stuff and from a GREAT vintage! It will drink well now, but even better in another 5-8 years and hold for 25-35 total. Pretty impressive, right? Wait until you pop the cork and find a wine that is fruity, fleshy and refined with elements of smoke and some lift and freshness provided by the Viognier. Sip it, cellar it…it’s a star either way! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/ebed1a5c-97be-4b44-bb76-81e5fc64de20/IMG_7852.JPG Blog - King of the North - 2018 Philippe Pacalet, Cornas $165 Pedigree, anyone? Considering that Monsieur Pacalet’s uncle was none other than natural wine pioneer and ‘gang-of-four’ icon, Marcel Lapierre, his nephew does NOT mess around. Philippe crafts wines mostly in Burgundy, but also in Beaujolais (which is indeed in Burgundy) and you guessed it, the Northern Rhône. Grapes are sourced from an acre of 25 year-old bush vines of Petite Serine (a superstar clone of Syrah) in the granite hills of the Massif Central, from two “climats”: Mazard and Saint-Pierre. The granite soil is eroded on the surface in the form of sand and the grapes receive south-southeast exposure on the higher part of the slope. What sets this wine and those of other Cornas superstars August Clape, Franck Balthazar and Alain Voge in varying degrees is the use of whole clusters. Whole cluster fermentation is pretty neat and I’m a huge fan. It simultaneously boosts primary fruit aromas and provides a certain woody spice from the inclusion of stems. So much texture and silkiness (sounds impossible, I know), this wine is really completely delicious and a hair more Burgundian (lighter and fresher) than the Cornas above. Solid and mineral-driven, presenting a characteristic violet bouquet, it is slightly spicy with both fruity and floral notes that are underpinned by hints of licorice and velvety tannins. I love this wine!!!!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a1423207-2e7c-4e95-8425-6041d470744b/IMG_7850.JPG Blog - King of the North - 2014 Ann-Sophie Pic & Michel Chapoutier, Cornas $64.99 Escaping Saint-Peray which does not produce red wines, Cornas is the southernmost red wine producing appellation of the Northern Rhône…and it’s MY personal favorite! The steep, East and Southeast-facing slopes form a natural amphitheater, protecting the vines from cold winds. Syrah is the appellation’s only authorized grape variety, expressing its full strength and power in this terroir. That being said, modern vinification techniques and ingenuity have been breaking the age-old adage that Cornas is rugged and rustic in all of its offerings for decades. This collaborative effort from Anne-Sophie Pic (a very fancy French Chef) and Rhône wizard Michel Chapoutier (yes the M. Chapoutier with braille on the labels) is quite frankly delicious. Noting vintage prowess AND bottle age, this guy is ready to rock. Biodynamically farmed, harvested by hand, fermented in concrete and aged in USED French oak barrels (the more they are used the less ‘oaky’ impact they have on the body of wine inside) for 14 months, the wine is well-structured but not overpowering with wild black fruits plus hints of cedar, smoke, cured meats and graphite. Duck confit with lavender and blackberry jus, anybody? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/dac95510-27f2-462a-a1c5-e914ffab8573/IMG_7849.JPG Blog - King of the North - 2020 Emmanuel Darnaud, ‘Mise en Bouche’, Crozes-Hermitage $24.99 [Crowj ER-mitaj] The soils of Crozes-Hermitage are quite varied. The most extensive area, located south and east of Tain-l’Hermitage, comprises thick layers of gravel shaped by different glacial periods (Riss and Würm) interspersed with red clay. These create fairly flat landforms known as plateaux or terrasses such as the Châssis or Sept Chemins. Heading northwest, the landforms become steeper and form hillsides. Near Larnage and Crozes-Hermitage is a stony terrace (Mindel glaciation) covered with loess or white kaolin sand (producing highly aromatic wines). The northern localities (Serves-sur-Rhône, Érôme and Gervans) are situated on granite soils also covered with loess (wind-blown material). Sure, that’s a lot of wine-nerd speak to digest. Rest assured that the wines are much more readily digested themselves. Hermitage, proper, is the most famous hill in the area and is steeper and at higher elevation than the lower, rolling hillsides of Crozes. However, not only are the wines from Crozes more readily accessible, they are waaaaay more affordable and very pleasant in their own right. Darnaud’s ‘Mis en Bouche’ which translates to ‘put in mouth’ (his words) evokes just such a notion of early drinkability. Fermented and aged in concrete vats, the wine exhibits loads of black fruit (blackberries) with certain licorice and thyme/rosemary elements, well-integrated silky tannins and lingering freshness. From burgers to duck, to strip steak and lamb…this wine KILLS! https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/who-has-questions monthly 0.5 2022-04-27 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/gin-gin-situation monthly 0.5 2022-04-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a16ae886-10c0-4363-a6e6-af83a7aff1f5/IMG_7547.JPG Blog - It’s a gin gin Situation - St. George Dry Rye Gin Calling this unique only scratches the surface. The rye character reeeeeally comes through – peppery and somewhat malty with hints of earth and a relatively intense juniper core (50% more than either of the other two aforementioned gins) plus it’s complemented by black peppercorn, caraway, coriander, grapefruit and lime peels. Warm and spicy, it has a natural affinity with bitters, citrus, stone fruit, and ginger. Try it in a Negroni, a Martinez, a Gin Buck—or any classic cocktail that calls for rye whiskey. You’ll never look at an Old Fashioned the same way again. There is something truly special about what these guys do with their copper pot stills. The Gin Sample Pack is a terrific way to explore the variety and choose which is your favorite for whichever application you prefer. Or you can just go for the gold with standard format sizes and share with some friends. Cheers, Todd, aka TL https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/542bf4df-ec88-4ba6-bfee-a2a04f356c71/IMG_7546.JPG Blog - It’s a gin gin Situation - St. George Terroir Gin Constructed to express the local California, you guessed it…TERROIR, this guy is Douglas fir forward, with California bay laurel, coastal sage, and other evocative botanicals. Roasted coriander and of course juniper add citrus and actually make this gin, respectively. As far as juniper goes, the Terroir Gin is pretty tame and while Douglas fir may produce pinecones, it isn’t really all that piney the way one might expect. It’s as if it provides a certain level of sweetness without any sugar at all. This is about as elegant as a gin can get…in my humble opinion. In a martini, grab some of our Dolin de Chambéry Dry Vermouth ($15.99), Fee Brothers Orange Bitters ($8.99) and frankly some cocktail onions with high acidity would thrive in your ‘Gibson’ – olives are okay too;) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/64917b40-4fe6-48e2-a686-8d7188e3623d/IMG_7545.JPG Blog - It’s a gin gin Situation - St. George Botanivore Gin A bit more assertive, Botanivore as the name suggests is a bit more botanically-oriented than others in this lineup and has a more formidable juniper characteristic, but is super harmonious just the same. Harmony happens to be quite the feat when one considers it contains 19 botanicals both infused directly via maceration and vapor-infused out of the typical basket. And yes, here’s the list…angelica root, bay laurel, bergamot peel, black peppercorn, caraway, cardamom, cilantro, cinnamon, citra hops, coriander, dill seed, fennel seed, ginger, juniper berries, lemon peel, lime peel, orris root, Seville orange peel, star anise. This is killer in a Vesper [Lillet Blanc (21.99) & St. George All Purpose Vodka ($27.99)], dynamite in a G&T [Fever Tree Indian Tonic 4-Pack (6.99)]…I’m making myself thirsty!!! https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/northern-spain-from-left-to-right monthly 0.5 2022-04-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1cec647d-897b-4b5d-962d-d421787ec84b/granbazanalbarino-2.jpg Blog - NORTHERN SPAIN – FROM LEFT TO RIGHT - Granbazán, Etiqueta Verde Albariño Starting in Galicia within view of the Atlantic Ocean, this is ‘green Spain’. Perhaps it should be mentioned that Galicia is not rife with envy, rather this is a very wet area of the country and there’s a great deal of vegetation. Too much rain is not generally as beneficial as one may believe in the vineyard. In fact, it can thin out top soil, encourage mold, mildew and rot, lead to flimsy, unbalanced, particularly acid forward wines, and actually discourage the roots of the vines from digging deeply into the soil. The system chosen to mitigate these perilous scenarios here is either pergola training of the vines (using human-made structures over the vineyard to encourage fruit to grow upwards and stay away from the wet ground) or in the case of our first wine, Parra, as in the case of the 2020 Grandbazán ‘Etiqueta Verde Albariño’, Rias Baixas . At altitudes 100 m. above sea level, in granitic soil, and with healthy solar orientation and deep roots encouraged by greater aeration thanks to the Parra (see above) this is finely tuned, classic Albariño with bright citrus notes, noticeable minerality, hints of underripe pears and a slightly saline character. Easy-drinking at 12% alcohol by volume, as is quite common this VEGAN-FRIENDLY number can be sipped in the sun (or the rain) and is good pals with the typical Galician fare of light, fresh seafood and shellfish. It’s also pretty killer with goat cheese and salt cod croquettas. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a29e8048-50e6-4221-9054-f31b920d4537/avinyo+rose.jpg Blog - NORTHERN SPAIN – FROM LEFT TO RIGHT - Avinyó, Reserva Brut Rosé Finally…we’ve reached the east coast!!! We are in Penedès [PEN-uh-desh] in Catalonia. This is Cava country. Like Champagne, Cava is subject to the traditional method which puts a still wine in a bottle along with some unfermented grape must (sugary) and a bit of yeast which then gets a crown cap like a beer bottle to hold in the byproduct of this ‘secondary fermentation’…BUBBLES (and about 1% of alcohol by volume). After varying degrees of time on contact with the wine’s yeast cells or lees, the resulting sparkling wine is submerged just at the neck into solution which freezes the mixture of wine and yeast, the desired sweetness level (if there is any) is adjusted and now we have a cork held under cage. Cava is generally a bit lighter in concentration than Champagne, which is worth noting comes from a very cool growing region that is pretty land-locked with quite different soil and Cava, is definitely NOT Champagne. It is however an exceptional alternative with a great quality to value ratio. The organically-farmed, estate grown 2019 Avinyó, Reserva Brut Rosé is 100% Pinot Noir that sees just 8 hours of skin contact and 18 months of lees contact. It’s fun and soft and has an elegant mouthfeel. It is also incredibly friendly with a wide variety of food or if you want to just pop the cork and enjoy…DO IT! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/17aa5ec0-93cd-41f9-bb3f-b9b8d57a25ce/bodegas-r-lopez-de-heredia-vina-tondonia-vina-cubi.jpg Blog - NORTHERN SPAIN – FROM LEFT TO RIGHT - Bodegas R. Lopez de Heredia Viña Tondonia, Viña Cubillo Rioja Crianza Travelling east (that is this week’s theme afterall) we stumble upon the historically significant port town of Haro on the Ebro River. Why is it historically significant? Its port is to thank for successful trade routes to England and said success is to ‘thank’ for that altogether adorable way the British tend to say [REE-OH-KAH]. With three general subzones – Rioja Alta (where Haro is), Rioja Oriental (referred to previously as Rioja Baja) and Rioja Alavesa, there are a number of unique pockets of terroir and sub-cultures and a good deal of high-end producers. One of my personal favorite producers in Rioja is R. Lopez de Heredia, especially their Blancos and their nearly impossible to find, Rosado. Rioja is most typically associated with red wines based on the Tempranillo grape, so-named because it is early-ripening (temprano = early) with smaller proportions of Garnacho/Garnatxa (Grenache), Graciano, and Mazuelo (Carignan). The 2013 R.Lopez de Heredia ‘Viña Cubillo’, Rioja is designated as a ‘Crianza’ which is a term used to indicate the wine has been aged a minimum of three years year, having spent a minimum of one year in oak barrels. However, RLH released their Crianza after NINE YEARS!!! The result is a wine that opens up with an assortment of stewed red and black berries and distinct earthy tones of sweet tobacco and mushrooms. The extended aging in American oak barrels (all sourced from the Appalachian Mountains), gives the wine a slight herbaceous quality found in the expression of dill specifically. Decant this wine and enjoy with tapas of the non-shellfish variety. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/ffff64e0-a515-4d3b-a4cc-d3f63b10f35c/mas+doix+priorat.png Blog - NORTHERN SPAIN – FROM LEFT TO RIGHT - Make it stand out Llicorella…say it with me! [YEE-Ko-Ray-Uh] is what gives Priorat its notoriously sturdy character. These are pretty big wines, generally, that consist traditionally of Garnatxa and Cariñena grown at reasonably high altitude in a soil of black slate and quartz. The expression, “There are always exceptions to rules,” certainly applies to wines furthermore in today’s modern world of innovation and undeniable climate change. The 2019 Celler Mas Doix ‘Les Crestes’, Priorat, is one such exception. Hailing from younger, fruitier vines and a product of a warmer vintage such as 2019 in the region, this wine is seemingly more approachable than others bearing the same geographical and viticultural origin. They have also included a small dose of Syrah at 10% which rounds out the tannins…let’s call them sweet tannins, but rest assured this wine is definitely dry, bold and hails from organically farmed vineyards subject to meticulous care. In the winery, this guy spends just eight months in second-use French oak barrels leading to freshness and fruitiness that is more welcoming in youth than many others that hail from here. Grill a New York Strip, roast some potatoes, sautée some green veggies….enjoy the sabor. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/time-for-orange-slices monthly 0.5 2022-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/31c64ce2-6a7c-4829-8058-7f3e2dbbfab3/clarine+viognier.png Blog - TIme for Orange Slices - La Clarine Farm, Viognier Region: Sierra Foothills AVA - California Country: US Grape: Viognier Any wine that reminds us of cheese must be added to the collection. This wine has aromas of pasta water and sourdough starter, but when you take a sip it is a mouthful of savory acidity and happiness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/8469feb3-51f7-4bff-92fa-95f1a56ecb70/power+spot.png Blog - TIme for Orange Slices - Ecstatic Truth Wines, Power Spot Region: El Dorado AVA - California Country: US Grape: ??? No one knows what’s in the bottle, but we do know that it tastes fantastic. This orange wine is full bodied but sharp. It’s bright, tart, and so vibrant. Try it and see if you can’t guess the blend! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/dc3a5950-949f-47de-8005-1e6942da7a53/garagino.png Blog - TIme for Orange Slices - GaraGino, Malvasia Region: Puglia IGP - Puglia Country: Italy Grape: Malvasia This Malvasia is stunning. It's a mouthful of sunshine, brimming with salinity, and quite rich considering how light the grape tends to be. This wine is so sharp, we love it! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/0e43f565-b34b-4501-a291-9f7509ac1155/sfera+macerato.png Blog - TIme for Orange Slices - Sfera, Macerato 1L Region: Puglia IGT - Puglia Country: Italy Grape: Verdeca Historically, Verdeca has been used in the production of vermouth. But in Puglia it continues to be planted in small amounts as a blending grape. However, this expression is gorgeous on its own. After two weeks maceration we’re left with a clean, zippy wine with structure. This wine is exactly what a skin-contact white should be. Get some while you still can! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/751dfd3e-517f-4be2-9540-d5f80dc67718/originie.png Blog - TIme for Orange Slices - Clos Massotte, Originie Region: Roussillon Country: France Grape: 100% Muscat Producer: Pierre-Nicolas Massotte An explosion of flowers with a subtle funky finish. This wine is fruity but incredibly dry. Think white peaches and a stroll through the flower mart. It’s springtime in a bottle. Where’s the goat cheese? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/015ec0ac-af64-412c-9811-335c53b844ee/jasz+laci.png Blog - TIme for Orange Slices - Jász Laci, Rising Sun Region: Somló Country: Hungary Grapes: Chardonnay, Juhfark So much tangerine on the nose, light and smoky in your glass. This bright, sticky orange wine is so good. Roast a chicken and sautée some mushrooms friends. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/317174a4-d7ac-4719-825d-2c3a626fbb6d/paglia+folk.png Blog - TIme for Orange Slices - Creta Paglia, Folk Region: Calabria Country: Italy Varietal: Pecorello Dirrrrty. Tannins that grip like velcro. Brett-tastic in the best way. Lemons and pressed gardenia too, but it's all about structure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/8621c40b-3179-4459-ba9f-efb7bfc1de73/passerina.png Blog - TIme for Orange Slices - Q500, Colline Pescaresi Passerina Region: Colline Pescaresi IGT - Abruzzo Country: Italy Varietal: Passerina Producer: Azienda Agricola Colle Trotta — Q500 The new vintage of the Passerina is chic and textured. Plenty of acidity and savory goodness to stand up to your favorite cheeses. A serious staff favorite. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/northversussouth monthly 0.5 2022-03-31 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/italia monthly 0.5 2022-03-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/54866ebf-be2f-41fa-942d-60e1ea5877ab/glassier-gewuerztraminer.jpg Blog - Italia - Trentino-Alto-Adige Glassier, Gewürztraminer - $29.99 While Gewürztraminer can be tough to get right, a really good one is unlike anything else. From Glassier we get beautiful Gewürztraminer full of honeysuckle.This wine is clean, smooth, and intense. Too many Gewürztraminers struggle to find balance. They overwhelm you with aroma and disappoint you upon sipping. Not this one. Its acidity and flavor exist in perfect harmony and its long, dry finish only make you want more. One of Aaron’s favorites Marchese Carlo Guerrieri Gonzaga, Vette Sauvignon Blanc - $26.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/b187420b-243f-4edd-8a18-66d4bb35ab39/anno-uno-verdicchio-dei-castelli-di-jesi-classico.jpg Blog - Italia - Marche Anno Uno, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico - $19.99 If you haven’t tried this Verdicchio yet, I’m not sure you can call yourself a real fan of the Wine Press. We have converted so many lovers of Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc into devotees of Verdicchio. And no wonder… White nectarine, raw almonds, fleur de sel. This Verdicchio is silky, fresh, and full of acidity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/7ace18cb-51ae-422e-b26a-91d688804294/ronchi-di-cialla-ribolla-nera.jpg Blog - Italia - Friuli-Venezia_Giulia Ronchi di Cialla, Ribolla Nera - $29.99 One of Colin’s favorites… There’s more to Friuli than Pinot Grigio. This wine is full of roasted tomatillo, funky red currant, and the perfect amount of grip. It’s a beautiful wine that deserves to be savored. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/8ba82ca9-823d-4573-b211-2fa018896dd3/monastero-suore-cistercensi-coenobium-bianco.jpg Blog - Italia - Lazio Monastero Suore Cistercensi, Coenobium Bianco - $24.99 We have to thank the Cistercian nuns for this one. Under their watchful eyes they’ve created a wine that is clean, savory, and so refreshing. High acid, honeydew, and a little white mushroom on the finish has me thinking they should spend a little more time in the winery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/51784158-0c5c-41f8-b00f-1f0e88823260/cantine-rao-silva-rubra.jpg Blog - Italia - Campania Cantine Rao, Silva Rubra - $24.99 This wine is perfectly balanced. Fresh but meaty, and sticky on your palate. Notes of vanilla bean and blackberry don't hurt either. A killer blend of Aglianico, Casavecchia, and Pallagrello Nero that you won’t see anywhere else. Except maybe at my house… Honorable mentions Vigne Guadagno, Contrada Sant'Aniello, Fiano di Avellino - $35.99 Casa di Baal, Marialonga - $24.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/9002c68d-71d4-41cc-a1ee-2442a61bd724/creta-paglia-sciccu.jpg Blog - Italia - Calabria Creta Paglia, Sciccu - $24.99 Is it summer yet? This is quite possibly one of our favorite orange wines. Sticky, sparky, and full of dried sage and apricots. Tangy and totally refreshing. And keep an eye out for her funkier sibling, the Folk. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/bbd642e4-7da5-4d2e-8cbf-ca0930ed6804/tenuta-chevalier-rocchetto.jpg Blog - Italia - Veneto Tenuta Chevalier, Rocchetto - $34.99 The Veneto is known for Prosecco, but it is so much more. If you’re a fan of Amarone but need a bottle that’s a little easier on your wallet, this Corvina is for you. It is absolutely perfect. We don’t know what else to say. We love their Amarone and Valpolicella, but the Rochetto is something special. Blackberry preserves and a wisp of vanilla. This wine is just sexy. Honorable mentions Sassara, Coconar Orange Vini delle Morene - $27.99 Scaia, Rosato - $14.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/becfe155-e273-4fd5-8476-2e4f00760bd7/garagino-malvasia.jpg Blog - Italia - Puglia GaraGino, Malvasia - $34.99 This Malvasia is stunning. It's a mouthful of sunshine, brimming with salinity, and quite rich considering how light the grape tends to be. If you haven’t jumped on the orange wine (aka skin-contact white) train, this is the one to start with. But I warn you, it may be difficult to move on to anything else. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/64bf988f-85fe-488e-8a0c-c652e6676d4e/gurrieri-grillo.jpg Blog - Italia - Sicily Gurrieri, Grillo - $23.99 Who else thought I was going Frappato? Think again. Grillo is one of those lesser known grapes that deserves all the attention it can get. If you typically reach for Chenin Blanc or Chardonnay, I highly recommend you get yourself a bottle of this Grillo and have your eyes opened. It’s gorgeous. Soft and floral on the nose, beautiful acidity on the palate. Round and silky with a long finish that is slightly picante. Too sophisticated for its own good. Honorable mention Lamoresca, Rosso - $37.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/07956bf3-fcbf-4412-be3d-713883eef58e/paterna-vignanova.jpg Blog - Italia - Tuscany Paterna, Vignanova - $49.99 It’s difficult to choose something Tuscan and not land on Sangiovese. Perhaps because it surprised me do I think it’s so special. I don’t normally reach for full bodied, ripe wines that see extended time in oak. But there is something seriously seductive about this wine. It’s a lush, smooth expression of Sangiovese. Ditch your super-Tuscans and over-blown Napa Cabs for this chic, full-bodied wine full of plum preserves, tobacco, and vanilla. Honorable mentions Agricola I Forestieri, Girotondo Rosso - $31.99 Giovanna Madonia, "KA" Sangiovese - $14.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/fbd3e288-4429-400f-91dd-bd4e57ffd0a9/cantina-della-volta-trentasei.jpg.png Blog - Italia - Emilia Romagna Cantina Della Volta, Trentasei - $31.99 If you think you need to buy Champagne to enjoy decent sparkling wine, you are sorely mistaken. And this isn’t your inky Lambrusco meant for pizza. This is gorgeous Lambrusco rosé and the driest of the dry bubbles. Strawberries and sandcastles all day long. As far as we’re concerned, Cantina della Volta can do no wrong. Honorable mentions La Tollara, Ortrugo Frizzante - $15.99 La Sabbiona, Albana - $19.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/7ac15f57-a85c-4cca-91b9-39ed01fa4228/grosjean-freres-vallee-daoste-pinot-noir.jpg.png Blog - Italia - Val d’Aosta Grosjean Frères, Vallee d'Aoste Pinot Noir - $27.99 This wine is bright and clean but evokes so much umami on the palate. This is one of our new favorite Pinots. If you think you know Pinot Noir, you have so much to learn. Give it a swirl and see if you can sniff out the green onion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/44f27fa1-8791-4a60-bbd5-96c4611f9e41/leonardo-bussoletticolle-ozio-grechetto.jpg Blog - Italia - Umbria Leonardo Bussoletti, Colle Ozio Grechetto - $19.99 Who else thought they knew what they were going to see in this category? While I would never abandon our beloved Freghino, this Grechetto is worth talking about. With an earthy, mushroomy nose it’s ready to stand up to your pasta and all the Parmigiano you can grate. It has an incredibly soft, sandstony dry finish this I just can’t get over. It is savory, mineral driven, and way too good. Honorable mention Conestabile della Staffa, LiquidO' - $23.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/27d92b16-8e08-4993-bb19-e2eac75f9887/q500-colline-pescaresi-passerina-2.jpg Blog - Italia - Abruzzo Q500, Passerina - $27.99 Other vintages have been juicy and fruit forward, but the new vintage of this Passerina is chic and textured. Plenty of acidity and savory goodness to stand up to your favorite cheeses. The staff is going to be drinking this one all summer long. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a8211128-2f8f-41f1-92e3-e3d406381f8e/cantina-lilliu-dicciosu.jpg Blog - Italia - Sardinia Cantina, Lilliu, Dicciosu - $34.99 I daresay Grenache might give Nebbiolo a run for his money this year. This bold expression of Cannonau reminds me why I love wine. When acidity, texture, fruit, and warmth coalesce, the result is a wine with the ability to change your mood. Try a bottle and see if you don't agree. Honorable mention Cardedu, Astili Rosso - $23.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/6c9ddc43-f7e0-4e24-bc47-f0ec3e52c1eb/francesco-brigatti-maria-vespolina.jpg.png Blog - Italia - Piedmont Francesco Brigatti, Maria Vespolina - $22.99 When you think Piedmont, I’m sure you think Nebbiolo. While I would never shun my favorite grape, I certainly can’t keep my eyes closed to all that’s out there. Colline Novaresi has just as much to offer as the Langhe. This Vespolina is bright, tense, and dry. This wine is beautifully floral with a little cherry pie in the background. An absolute slam dunk. Honorable mentions Iuli, Umberta Barbera - $21.99 Nervi, Gattinara - $64.99 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/a-little-taste-of-spring monthly 0.5 2022-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/36c57dcb-1148-43f1-93b2-7a5a3be38381/domaine-thevenet-et-fils-macon-pierreclos.jpg.png Blog - A taste of Spring - Domaine ThÈvenet et fils https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/991e8e4e-33cd-420d-862f-57fc5f3c8a79/erste-neue-kalterersee-schiava.jpg Blog - A taste of Spring - Erste + Neue, Kalterersee Schiava https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f2fa5ee9-f847-4acd-9079-e4dd20462ab2/Untitled+design-13.png Blog - A taste of Spring - Jász Laci, Rising Sun https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/2e48bd0f-d2b1-497b-8cb9-7d99abd761cc/Untitled+design-14.png Blog - A taste of Spring - Château Haut Vigneau, Pessac-Léognan Rouge https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/a-little-love-for-the-loire monthly 0.5 2022-03-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/38792838-a4d0-4e4c-8064-bbd4afefce45/Untitled+design-8.png Blog - A little love for the loire - Joly, Clos de la Bergerie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/369e3292-8973-4919-9df0-63eea0333781/Pouilly+and+Sancerre_8th+edn.png Blog - A little love for the loire - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/da694cb3-5ffc-48f9-9058-fe6a21a85c61/Untitled+design-9.png Blog - A little love for the loire - Joly, Savennières-Coulée de Serrant https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/c2d43cc4-4838-4a22-950d-68ef5cd39813/Untitled+design-11.png Blog - A little love for the loire - Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau, Vouvray Cuvée Silex Sec https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/2c839615-8195-4e5a-8b07-95bc6725b45a/loire+map.png Blog - A little love for the loire - Make it stand out The Loire Valley https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/8d2c2095-5a60-4b62-aede-6bde31bea915/Vouvray+and+Montlouis_8th+edn.png Blog - A little love for the loire - Make it stand out Vouvray & Montlouis https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/47029560-098b-4e3c-9e6f-32e069d64331/Anjou_8th+edn.png Blog - A little love for the loire - Make it stand out Anjou https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/2a92e14b-7975-4b4f-87ea-c17b69995fe1/Untitled+design-10.png Blog - A little love for the loire - Anne-Claude Leflaive Clau de Nell, Grolleau https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/bd91a672-feec-48da-840c-88a496ace96d/Untitled+design-12.png Blog - A little love for the loire - Minet, Pouilly Fumé https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/fenway-4-pack monthly 0.5 2022-02-24 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/your-home-your-roots-your-origins monthly 0.5 2022-02-01 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/a-new-kind-of-curation monthly 0.5 2022-01-27 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/just-a-little-jura monthly 0.5 2022-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/3c2e7722-8c11-49c6-8902-952350078e36/jura+map-2.png Blog - Just a little Jura - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/who-likes-uni monthly 0.5 2022-01-13 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/time-to-grow-up monthly 0.5 2021-12-29 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/messages-in-a-bottle monthly 0.5 2021-12-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/f2d1b55d-c519-4c3f-bdd5-60671f3edff9/cavallotto+barolo.png Blog - messages in a bottle - Foggy mornings in Piedmont Cavallotto, Vignolo Barolo Riserva, 2013 Region: Barolo DOCG - Piedmont, Italy Grape: Nebbiolo "On the nose, tobacco and liquorice with undertones of red fruit jam, dry roses, and violets. On the palate it is dry, warm, and supple with sweet and rounded tannins. Overall a well-balanced wine with a long finish." https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/70f7a614-2e7b-42ae-9cf7-787b99da55b4/Pacalet+cornas+19.png Blog - messages in a bottle - problem-solving Syrah Philippe Pacalet, Cornas 2019 Region: Cornas AOP - Rhône Valley, France Grape: Syrah “An elegant, rich, and mineral wine with a beautiful plum color. It is slightly spicy and fruity (peaches) with floral notes of violet and licorice. It is velvety, tannic, and tasty.” Organic, Sustainable, Vegan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/a260e6c6-1b8a-467a-93a2-776ee093cddc/monte+bello.png Blog - messages in a bottle - the BORDELAISE on a mountain hike Ridge Vineyards, Monte Bello 2017 Region: Santa Cruz Mountains AVA - California, US Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc “Opaque purple-ruby color. Ripe blackberry fruit, barrel spice, anise, violets, and crushed limestone. Opulent mountain fruits on entry, fennel, sweet oak, well-structured tannins, and firm acid. Powerful complexity and tremendous length to the finish.” Organic https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/bc475e69-d81f-48f1-a8fc-1ad31177186f/dom+p+2012.png Blog - messages in a bottle - A celebration taken seriously Dom Pérignon, Champagne Brut 2010 Region: Champagne AOP - Champagne, France Grapes: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay “On the nose, a luminous sweetness of tropical fruit – green mango, melon, pineapple – instantly shines. It then cedes to more temperate notes, the tingle of orange zest, the mist of a mandarin orange. The wine breathes, revealing its freshness. The bloom after the rain. A tactile sensation of peony, jasmine and lilac. On your palate, the wine immediately imposes its ample presence, full and massive. A sappy sensation dominates as the tactile is rapidly overtaken by the aromatic. The body unfolds: generous, firm and controlled. Then it contracts, letting the wine vibrate with spices and pepper. The energy is sustained to a scintillating, saline finish.” Organic, Biodynamic, Sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/aeb0f9ee-9bd9-4e53-b616-35b7c59c5efc/leoville+bdx.png Blog - messages in a bottle - Miles Davis beside the Fireplace Château Léoville-Las Cases, Saint-Julien 2ème Grand Cru Classé 2014 Region: Pessac-Léognan AOP - Bordeaux, France Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc “The truly beautiful bouquet has notes of black fruit such as blackberry and blackcurrant along with empyreumatic overtones. The wine shows smooth, well-structured tannin on the palate, combining power and elegance from the beginning to the end.” Sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/359c9738-50a4-449b-a11f-2582389562cd/biondi+santi.png Blog - messages in a bottle - walking barefoot through the vineyard Biondi-Santi, Brunello di Montalcino 2015 Region: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG - Tuscany, Italy Grape: Sangiovese “The sunny character of the 2015 Brunello speaks of a warm vintage with sweet, yet fragrant fruit, not at all opulent, sporting prominent notes of fresh cherries, typical of high-altitude Sangiovese. The fruit arises delicately from a bed of aromatic herbs such as thyme and rosemary with hints of licorice root. On the palate the captivating structure reveals silky tannins backed up by the usual sensation of freshness that is instrumental for the fine balance which lies at the heart of the Biondi-Santi tasting experience. The finish is long and surprisingly savory, adding to the gastronomic personality of this Brunello.” https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/chardon-yay monthly 0.5 2021-11-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/d291c5e0-621b-444b-b64b-93cba56a0ded/boillot+blanc.png Blog - Chardon-yay! - Henri Boillot, Meursault Region: Meursault AOC - Burgundy Grape: Chardonnay Crisp Granny Smith apple, Anjou pear, and faint notes of hazelnut. Classic Burgundian Chardonnay. So fresh and balanced. The oak here is minimal and perfectly integrated. Such a beautiful wine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/14b25602-3bb7-4328-97ab-dd10ca76d0db/Oudin+Chablis.png Blog - Chardon-yay! - Domaine Oudin, Chablis Les Serres Region: Chablis AOC - Burgundy, France Grape: Chardonnay We love a wine that reminds us of wet rocks. This Chablis is sharp but elegant. A squeeze of fresh lemon, vibrant acidity, and a long steely finish. This is how you change your mind about Chardonnay. Hand-harvested Indigenous yeast Fermented in stainless steel and rests on its lees in tank for a year or more. Sustainable, Vegan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/82715fb6-7224-43a0-99a2-dfeb7d95a8db/Suremain+rully.png Blog - Chardon-yay! - Domaine Eric de Suremain, Rully 1er Cru Agneux Region: Rully 1er Cru AOC - Côte Chalonnaise - Burgundy Grape: Chardonnay This wine is subtle on the nose but impactful on the palate. Racy acidity and notes of lemon oil and fresh butter make for an unforgettable Chardonnay experience. Indigenous yeast Rests on its lees in barrel for 15 months Organic, Biodynamic https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/hallowine-pairings monthly 0.5 2021-10-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1634700852597-8U8VZ361S0341VCH7PPL/grahams+30yr.jpg Blog - Hallowine Pairings - Graham's Port, Tawny Porto 30yr Region: Porto DO - Douro Country: Portugal Grapes: Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, & Tinta Roriz Acacia honey, caramelized peaches, brown butter, and beautifully lifted acidity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1634701076101-P61Z79DHAMSNV6CFKYKB/bigaro.jpg Blog - Hallowine Pairings - Elio Perrone, Bigaro Rosé Region: Piedmont Country: Italy Grapes: Brachetto, Moscato Barely there bubbles, strawberry Fruit Roll Ups, and tart raspberries. This is one of our most popular dessert wines because it goes with everything! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1634700876272-WQF56L4JAXXN4N9KTUOG/five+farms.jpg Blog - Hallowine Pairings - Five Farms, Irish Cream Region: County Cork Country: Ireland The Irish cream used for this comes from happy Irish cows. The final product yields notes of maple, creme caramel, and Tahitian vanilla. Add some to your next latte. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1634701152783-OEB4MKKJ5UR3WPPOAM4V/sauternes.jpg Blog - Hallowine Pairings - Château Haut Mayne, Sauternes Region: Sauternes AOC - Graves, Bordeaux Country: France Grapes: Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc Golden honey, apricots, & orange blossom. This is your everyday Sauternes (does such a thing really exist?). The Sémillon here makes this wine shine. Fierce acidity and candied lemon set this wine apart. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1634700735156-XOB92DIIMZNLR9XL86E3/hakutsuru.jpg Blog - Hallowine Pairings - Hakutsuru Sake, Plum Wine Region: Kobe, Hyogo Country: Japan Raw Ingredient: Plums Sweet and sour goodness. Barely ripe red plum, pineapple, & candied lime peel. With acidity like cut glass, this wine is absolutely unforgettable. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1634701127853-6EA30448A5AQIBUVMYBR/molino+real.jpg Blog - Hallowine Pairings - Molino Real, Mountain Blanco Region: Sierras de Málaga DO - Andalucía Country: Spain Grape: Moscatel Sunshine in a bottle. Delicate orange peel, sumptuous acidity. Each mouthful takes you further outside your body. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1634700784150-9290V9BOIXCKP0GRUOQO/inniskillin.jpg Blog - Hallowine Pairings - Inniskillin Wines, Vidal Icewine Region: Niagara Peninsula VQA - Country: Canada Grape: Vidal Blanc Brilliant acidity, and a veritable fruit salad. Ripe mango, orange blossom, & white nectarines. So sharp, so clean. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1634701192365-RK171Q5SQ68M14WJ4V2T/vietti+moscato-2.jpg Blog - Hallowine Pairings - Vietti, Moscato d'Asti Cascinetta Region: Moscato d'Asti DOCG - Piedmont Country: Italy Grapes: Moscato Light and spritzy. This Moscato is chock full of Pink Lady apples and Anjou pears. Find the nearest pound cake and go to town. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1634700689343-FO7SK91TGVFPEEPK7HBJ/hana+awaka.jpg Blog - Hallowine Pairings - Hana Awaka, Sparkling Sake Region: Kinki Country: Japan PEACH ALL the peaches. Put together your favorite food salad, or better yet, some sour peach rings and treat yourself. Tangy and full of flirty bubbles. YUZU Everyone needs more yuzu in their life. This sake is just fun. It’s tart, refreshing, and just a little floral. Drink on its own or find your way to some sorbetto, raspberry is ideal! https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/a-change-at-wine-press monthly 0.5 2021-10-14 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/the-other-side-of-france monthly 0.5 2021-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1633508322769-5VEIIU10WASQGK69LKIF/reginu.jpg Blog - The Other Side of France - Domaine Maestracci, Clos Reginu Region: Vin de Corse-Calvi AOC - Corsica Grapes: Syrah, Grenache The freshest barnyard imaginable without the funk. This wine is so savory, think homemade jerky, with just the slightest bite of tannin at the end. Just another bottle you'll have to fight the staff for! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1633508269088-YW9VESWFF85GT3DLGE49/chignin.jpg Blog - The Other Side of France - André & Michel Quenard, Chignin Blanc Region: Vin de Savoie AOC - Savoie Grape: Jaquère This wine is all sunshine. It’s clean, bright, and full of mouthwatering, mineral-driven acidity. Close your eyes, take a sip, and pretend you’re on the slopes of Mont Blanc. Wander next door for some Gruyère, go home, and fix yourself a creamy grilled cheese. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1633508169021-K8N1VIGY8O21RTT5M0MQ/trois+cepages.jpg Blog - The Other Side of France - Domaine du Pélican, Trois Cépages Region: Arbois AOC - Jura Grapes: Pinot Noir, Trousseau, Poulsard Delicate cranberry, thyme, and tarragon. Not every wine is tricky enough to fool one of the industry’s most famous winemakers, Guillaume d’Angerville, in a blind test. M. d’Angerville was served this wine and insisted that it hailed from his own region, Burgundy. But he was mistaken. Notes of fresh soil, perfectly toned acidity, and subtle, though persistent, structure is what confused him. So the next time you find yourself lamenting the price of quality red Burgundy, consider the Jura. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1633508224546-FL8XFT9C6HXI8NOPK9XA/bruyeres.jpg Blog - The Other Side of France - Bénédicte et Stéphane Tissot, Les Bruyères Region: Arbois AOC - Jura Grape: Chardonnay If you fancy a surprise in the next seven or eight years, lay down a bottle or two of Les Bruyères. It’s guaranteed to smack. However, if you find yourself a tad impatient, first of all, you’re not alone. Secondly, you are in for a treat. Treat yourself to a creamy carbonara or risotto and watch this Chardonnay unravel its layers of poached pears, sea salt, and preserved lemon. Coupled with its bracing acidity, you’ll find yourself savoring every last drop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1633508296596-D8EHWP2PRST6NQ7ECE1K/corbieres.jpg Blog - The Other Side of France - Domaine de Fontsainte, Corbières Region: Corbières AOC - Languedoc-Roussillon Grapes: Carignan, Grenache, Syrah Freshly pressed grape must on the swirl. Robust and dry across the palate. If you’re looking for a full-bodied red with pleasantly sticky tannins, this is it.Throw on some cozy socks and turn on the Netflix fire. This wine is ready for fall, like, right now. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1633508362900-9ERIQZWUU65419ELLRI7/bouzeron.jpg Blog - The Other Side of France - Domaine A. & P. de Villaine, Bouzeron Region: Bouzeron AOC - Côte Chalonnaise - Burgundy Grape: Aligoté Our love affair with Aligoté isn't over. Bouzeron is the only appellation dedicated to it, and for good reason. The next time you’re in the market for creamy white Burgundy with sharp-edged acidity, take this home instead. It has the glassy acidity we crave. This wine is impossibly sophisticated. It's juicy and mineral-driven, but has a soft, dry finish. The notes of Life Cereal in the background keep you wanting more. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/where-are-your-red-blends monthly 0.5 2021-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632872586140-QY9EQTSBJIE2XT7WH1SY/quinta-de-saes.jpg Blog - Where are your red blends? - Quinta de Saes, Tinto Region: Dão DOC - Dão, Portugal Grapes: Equal parts Tempranillo, Touriga Nacional, Mencilla, & Alfrocheiro Wild strawberries, brand new leather, and a little meaty. But this wine is incredibly sophisticated. We all need to drink more Portuguese wine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632870642034-WJM7MVCQ478WG767B792/cht-cheze-bdx.jpg Blog - Where are your red blends? - Château la Cheze, Côtes de Bordeaux Region: Côtes de Bordeaux AOC - Bordeaux, France Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot Full-bodied and dry. Dark chocolate, a little smoke, and delightful chalky tannins that are long-lasting. An everyday must-try for fall. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632871628417-KSJJOS1T0UZK4AAAH69H/fp-pizza-sauce.jpg Blog - Where are your red blends? - Fausse Piste, Pizza Sauce Region: Washington State Grapes: Malbec, Syrah, Grenache, Pinot Noir This is some spicy juice. Inky sour cherries, freshly sharpened pencils, and white pepper. The perfect wine to chill down and drink with... Hmm, let me think… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632872432893-VDJHOFNLJTH7TJIQHFJC/vajra-langhe-rosso.jpg Blog - Where are your red blends? - G.D. Vajra, Langhe Rosso Region: DOC Langhe - Piedmont, Italy Grapes: Barbera, Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Freisa, Pinot Noir, Albarossa Punchy pomegranates and raspberries. This wine is full of bright acidity with soft tannins on the finish. Simply delightful and a must-try at this price. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632870904875-6BC0TF3ZLJDE7JHHLD9O/conde-valdemar.jpg Blog - Where are your red blends? - Conde Valdemar, Rioja Reserva Region: Rioja DO - Rioja, Spain Grapes: Tempranillo, Mazuelo, Graciano Round and plummy but it remains quite delicate. This wine exceeds all of our expectations. It is a lovely expression of Rioja. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632871486434-GA9DP7GTH9P7OWHWEDTD/stoumen-benchland-red.jpg Blog - Where are your red blends? - Martha Stoumen Wines, Benchlands Region: Mendocino County, CA Grapes: Zinfandel, Nero d'Avola It's like a cup of English Breakfast and a slice of burnt toast covered in plum preserves. Dry, bold, and so worth a try. If we have any left... https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632872133368-M1HWKPO9L34BYMR42UDE/freghingo.jpg Blog - Where are your red blends? - La Segreta, Freghino Region: Umbria IGT - Umbria, Italy Grapes: Sangiovese, Malvasia Nera, Colorino Dry, rustic, earthy Sangiovese. A little sun dried tomato wrapped in worn leather. This wine is ripe, subtle, and unforgettable. One of our absolute favorites. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632873392813-BLSPRKIX3YZVL8R42D27/ilcamporosso.png Blog - Where are your red blends? - Giornata, Il Campo Rosso Region: Paso Robles AVA - California Grapes: Sangiovese, Aglianico, Barbera, Merlot Medium-bodied and a little gravely. Clay, Molasses, Cherry Kirsch. This wine has us craving tomatoes and garlic. Don't over-complicate things, make some pasta and let the wine work its magic. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632871103700-E9UBI74GNK9MA03ZYUTV/babel.jpg Blog - Where are your red blends? - Babylonstoren, Babel Region: WO Simonsberg-Paarl - Western Cape, South Africa Grapes: Grapes: Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Pinotage Bright and juicy, this South African blend has something for everyone. A little fruit, a little smoke, perfect with food or on its own. Pair with Boeuf Bourguignon or your favorite Netflix show. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1632871755026-WSKCKDW02ORLPUD3LG62/deux-anes.jpg Blog - Where are your red blends? - Domaine des Deux Ânes, Premiers Pas Region: AOC Corbières - Languedoc-Roussillon, France Grapes: Carignan, Grenache Dusty rosemary, pomegranate juice, and dark red plums. Full bodied, perfectly balanced tannins, and a lovely, dry finish. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/book-club-part-one monthly 0.5 2021-09-22 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/what-did-i-miss monthly 0.5 2021-09-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1631154759571-RYVR66K7AF2A79D7QH0H/disco.jpg Blog - What did I Miss? - Subject To Change, Sauvignon Blanc Disco! Region: Yorkville Highlands AVA - Mendocino County, CA Grape: Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon Back to Mendocino! While I long ago reached my orange wine quota, I will occasionally find myself smiling over a little skin-contact. This is exactly what happened with Disco! And with Sauvignon Blanc of all grapes, such a surprise. This wine is so sunny, it just makes you happy. The right amount of skin-contact and so many apricots. This wine represents everything I enjoyed about orange wine before the market became saturated with them. Find your way to a bottle, chill it down, and drink, don’t think. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1631154692483-94JDLW0REBS9DTBW2S07/benje.jpg Blog - What did I Miss? - Envínate, Benje Tinto Region: Ycoden-Daute-Isora DO - Canary Islands, Spain Grapes: Listán Negro and Tintilla Okay from here on, I know nothing but what’s on the label. And unless you speak Spanish, the only thing you’d be able to tell about this wine is that it’s red. But using the region and grapes as my guide, I predict that this wine is likely medium-bodied, perhaps a little peppery, with mostly earthy, mineral-driven flavors instead of fruit-forward ones, and the tannins probably aren’t out of control. Because I know a little about this obscure region of the Canary Islands, I predict higher acidity, as vineyards from here are generally found at higher elevation planted in volcanic soils. Stay tuned to see if I came close! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1631154510064-TWPL5CBRJMUYQP30XF7H/lune+juice.jpg Blog - What did I Miss? - Subject To Change, Lune Juice Region: Mendocino County, CA Grape: Zinfandel If someone were to offer me a sip of Zinfandel from California, I would have to ask some questions before I acquiesced. However, if I saw this label I would whip out my glass as quickly as I could. Not because it’s colorful, but because I know that Subject to Change is one of the most responsible and sustainable producers of wine in California. Not only this, but they are committed to fostering new winemakers who are equally interested in producing wine without the use of additives, strictly from grapes that have been farmed organically or biodynamically. And because I was lucky enough to taste this wine alongside its fabulous producer, I can tell you that it comes from sixty year old vines that were dry-farmed (farmed without the use of irrigation), and a third of the grapes used went through carbonic maceration. Bottom line, this is a light, chillable, delightfully dry wine that is definitely worth your time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1631153682687-3U5DSSQE8YLBHZW7OTK4/gattinara.jpg Blog - What did I Miss? - Cantina Sociale Di Gattinara, Gattinara Region: Gattinara DOCG - Piedmont, Italy Grape: Nebbiolo Now, if I were only to read the label I would know that this wine is almost certainly 100% Nebbiolo. But would you? Perhaps if you were another Piedmont fanatic. This is where customers fall prey to exclusion by European labelling. How would you know that this wine comes from one of Italy’s oldest classified wine regions? How would you know that, by law, it needs to be aged for a minimum of 35 months? How would you know that it’s a lighter expression of Nebbiolo with (more than likely) higher levels of acidity than Barolo? Would you know that it is actually quite age-worthy or an excellent value compared to its cousin? Shame on Italian labelling laws. Since this is one that I have tasted, I’ll share my thoughts… It has a soft nose full of fennel; glides over the palate like brand new suede; it’s subtle, delicate, graceful. That’s what I have in my notes. Factor in that high acidity I mentioned as well as supportive yet perfectly integrated tannins, and you have a beautiful wine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1631154577381-E1BZGSPAAOHRSJYPUW72/catavela.jpg Blog - What did I Miss? - Azienda Agricola Denavolo, Catavela Region: Emilia-Romagna, Italy Grapes: Malvasia, Ortrugo, and Marsanne While this wine is new to me, its sibling, the Dinavolino, is an old favorite. Wine from Emilia-Romagna always surprises me. Maybe because my highest expectations of the region have always been reserved for Parmigiano-Reggiano and Balsamico. But wine from this part of Italy should not go overlooked. So, what do we have? Malvasia. This isn’t necessarily helpful because there are fifteen varieties of this grape grown in Italy. But because I’m familiar with the producer, my money is on Malvasia di Candia. So maybe I think this wine is going to be slightly floral. From the bottle I can tell that this wine is slightly opaque. So we have some skin-contact detected. Ortrugo doesn’t really help because it’s one of those neutral whites (if you want a lovely example though, check out this sparkling expression from La Tollara). Now, Marsanne is one of those weighty Rhône whites that also tends to be fragrant. I’m guessing it’s here for body and added aromatics. But the alcohol is low (10%), so maybe this warm-weather grape is going to give us a little residual sugar? I can only hope! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1631154637308-E3QQMT6RBRTANZOBIELW/montgueux.jpg Blog - What did I Miss? - Jacques Lassaigne, Les Vignes de Montgueux, Blanc de Blancs, extra brut Region: Champagne AOC - Champagne, France Grape: Chardonnay Here is a wine that I have not tasted, but certainly need to. Permanent status update: bubbles before everything. So what can I surmise from the label? Champagne, obvious. Blanc de blancs, 100% Chardonnay. Chardonnay, likely high-ish acidity, possibly more fruit that toast (because I don’t yet know how long it was aged). Extra Brut, incredibly dry. My mouth is watering and I don’t even know what’s in the bottle. If I were a customer I’d be flagging down the nearest staff member for more details. Aaaaronnn!! https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/all-you-need-is-white-wine monthly 0.5 2021-09-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1630551841411-8KY3CX8EZ245VDMM5G41/coenobium.jpg Blog - All you Need is White Wine - Monastero Suore Cistercensi, Coenobium Bianco Region: DOC Lazio - Lazio, Italy Grapes: Trebbiano, Verdicchio, and Malvasia Clean, savory, and so refreshing. High acid, honeydew, and a little white mushroom. This wine is such a favorite! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1630551940307-HY3BKQWWQ0LAQAHK607P/negro-lorenzo-arneis.jpg Blog - All you Need is White Wine - Negro Lorenzo, Roero Arneis Region: Roero DOCG - Piedmont, Italy Grape: Arneis MI-NER-AL-I-TY. Say it with us. This Arneis is simply perfect. If you usually reach for Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc, give this a try. It is elegant and truly delicious. Anjou pear, apricots, notes of white tea, and something that reminds us of pasta water. It's an experience you didn't know you needed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1630551368431-35W87VQT7CGORRMTKPM7/pomegrana-white.jpg Blog - All you Need is White Wine - Lectores Vini, Pomagrana White Region: Conca de Barberà DO - Catalonia, Spain Grapes: Macabeu, Xarello White corn and jack fruit. This wine is mineral driven and BONE dry. If you are looking for a delicate savory white that reminds you of corn on the cob, this is it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1630551489065-D19BHUPU38V396NSDQK8/reuilly-2.jpg Blog - All you Need is White Wine - Domaine Dyckerhoff, Reuilly Blanc Region: Reuilly AOC - Loire Valley, France Grape: Sauvignon Blanc So fresh, so clean. Neroli and freshly cut grass. This Sauvignon Blanc is definitely worth your time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1630551558569-RCUE35U515EMEPWR9M0G/naudin-le-clou.jpg Blog - All you Need is White Wine - Claire Naudin, "Le Clou 34" Aligoté Region: VdF - Burgundy, France Grape: Aligoté Harry & David pears, chamomile, and green apple. Creamy texture that finds every nook and cranny of your palate, but with real nerve. This wine is gorgeous. **Limited** https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1630551247290-ALT8DKYFYSI9O7GKASPS/bock-2.jpg Blog - All you Need is White Wine - Sylvain Bock, "Ne Fais Pas Sans Blanc" Region: VdF - Ardèche, France Grapes: Chardonnay, Grenache Blanc Sour plum candy on the nose, so much bright acidity on the palate. You're going to have to fight the staff for ever last bottle haha! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1630551416999-9DAYM2Y36X386F1GFKVZ/mirambeau-3.jpg Blog - All you Need is White Wine - Château Tour De Mirambeau, Entre-Deux-Mers Region: Entre-Deux-Mers AOC - Bordeaux, France Grapes: Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle Lemon zest and freshly cut grass. This is a chic, palate-coating wine that requires cheese. Too good to miss out on. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1630551621068-2MY75O02JCKYE3F5X30W/lescharmeschardonnay.jpg Blog - All you Need is White Wine - Mâcon-Lugny, Les Charmes, Chardonnay Region: Mâcon-Lugny AOC - Burgundy, France Grape: Chardonnay Medium bodied, so enchanting. Honeycomb, freshly cut flowers. This is the cashmere sweater of wines. So delicate, so smooth, so ready for food. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/join-the-upper-glass monthly 0.5 2021-09-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960574510-7KY1S5J9C8RPFVGQXJ7M/1+hexamer.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - When did you first become interested in food and wine? I’ve always been passionate about food. In fourth grade I had a pastry internship and my dad would drive me to the bakery on Saturdays at 4am. In high school I started working in a restaurant. I spent one day in the kitchen when the owner came up to me and said, “you’ll do fine back here, but you should be out front.” In college I worked at Craigie on Main and came to Clio six years ago before it was UNI and have been running the wine and sake program for three years. I didn’t know anything about sake until I started working at UNI. I still joke that I thought all sake tasted the same before I got here. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960759486-D3TZTPRHA9CRTW3POSAJ/4+battistelle.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - Sometimes an unhealthy mentality translates into the lives of the front of house staff. How have you tried to combat that? The attitude that restaurant employees are expected to have a lower level of self-care and work-life balance isn’t right. Too often you’ll hear restaurants refer to their staff like ‘a family.’ I think that can be so toxic because my staff doesn’t owe me anything. They work for me, I’m their boss. That emotional manipulation is something I’m really trying to be aware of and coach my staff and the rest of the management to move away from because it can be so problematic in the industry. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960931811-FROSD7IVGCBFNR818BBL/11+torrette.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - How did you find your way to Giulia? I heard that Michael Pagliarini was opening his own restaurant. I must have gone on thirteen interviews with him and his wife. I was twenty-six, had never been a General Manager, never opened a restaurant, and had never run a beverage program, but I was going to do all three. It was a hard sell. I didn’t know what I was doing, but that’s the secret to life. You just figure things out, and I was hungry. Our Chef de Cuisine was twenty when we opened and we’re both still there. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960779619-YWRLQ1HEAW04D3A952IE/5+lugny.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - How do you feel about accommodating requests for things that aren’t on your menu? I think the customer should get what they want. I’m not a big fan of Pinot Grigio but I have one on the list because some people ask for it. What people are used to drinking is a comfort zone for them. But I do serve all our white wines at 45 degrees and all our red wines at 55 degrees. Many people are taken back by the cooler temperatures of our red wines, they ask, “why is this cold?”. What I say is that you can always let it warm up but it’s very difficult to cool back down. So, if you want it warmer, just wait a few minutes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960833210-8AW2A6S0S8OGBX3AGHKH/7+troupis.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - How did you build your Satellites Imports portfolio and start to make connections? The way we have it split is that my brother is the French satellite and I’m here in the US. He handles all the meetings with the winemakers, and I trust him and all the wines he brings in, and of course we do talk about it. He does all the tastings and makes our connections. But it’s really a passion. That’s how we decide, we taste a wine and ask, “Does it move you? Does it make you vibrate?” You can talk about what you smell or what you taste and that’s fine, but how does the wine make you feel inside? Is it something different? So that’s how we do it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960858527-65SYNSDUQHLNP6ASHJY7/8+vaillant.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - Do you still find natural wine to be a helpful term because, now, there are so many categories under the umbrella? How do you categorize all of these wines? Sophie: I think that the term is confusing because it doesn’t explain anything about what’s in the bottle. In the food industry, “natural” is a fake way of saying “healthy,” even though it’s not. It’s tough because there isn’t a system that defines anything. Anne: I hope the conversation continues and people do see the difference between organic and unsulfured. Organic in the US is such broad category compared to Organic Certified in Europe. So, I think there has to be differentiation there. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960881238-XAO9XS5V9PEZKJFAU1FB/9+giornata+rosso.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - What was the inspiration behind Grand Tour’s wine list? I’ve been to Paris a few times to eat and drink. They showcase French food and wine, they’re proud to show off their product and what they do. I think Americans here, we want to talk about a cool Italian or Spanish wine. I wanted to showcase American wines in a bistro setting. I decided that all of our by-the-glass were going to be American, and that was really challenging. But we found really cool wine. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960737302-CB80VJBLWDVVRBMP6YZL/3+clusserath.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - How did you get into wine? At CIA, we had wine parties in our room. We had no money, but we would go to the wine shop down the street and get the coolest stuff we could afford. Then when I was at Neptune, I started learning what I liked. When I opened Select, I said I’m just going to run this like a little bistro, and I’ll figure out the wine list. I’ll pick wines that I like and do what makes sense for this place, and it worked. People really liked the program, then we expanded a little, expanded our range. But it really made sense for the restaurant. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629961023506-YLOH972BV6TNFBOPUMFA/14+poyeux.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - What’s one of the positive changes you’ve seen in the past year? One of the most satisfying things to see as someone in the restaurant industry is that we’re more able to advocate for our staff and say ‘no’ when we need to. That’s been one of the most positive things for me and our staff because they feel like they’re not just expected to take whatever behavior is thrown their way. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960714137-KTR5BXLI9CY9HC74HUDQ/2+alexakis.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - What role should wine play at the table? I’m always looking at whatever the kitchen is making and how our wines work with the food. Wine programs should be the dedicated lieutenant to the commander in chief that is the kitchen. Maybe I’m old fashioned, but I think the whole idea of the Rockstar Sommelier as an individual who showcases their wine is great, but it should really serve to highlight the food that’s being made. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960907658-3JGBQF7BNRVHZ7QGNIWI/10+rayos+uva-2.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - Did you grow up in a food and wine family? All my family is in restaurants. My grandfather has been in restaurants forever, he worked at the Waldorf. Then my dad, my uncles were all chefs. My parents had a catering company. They had regular jobs and did catering on the side. Catering is so hard though. I prefer it when people come to me. All Cuban food, Cuban American food. My dad had places in Miami, I grew up there in my early teens working summers down there which is where I got the bug. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960977934-WMXI08UM4MYOZGSFI42X/12+myrmidon.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - What’s new at Forage right now? We always did wine dinners, but then instead of doing pairings I got these six-ounce bottles and decided to focus on certain wines like Chenin Blanc or Chardonnay. So, you’d get four great wines with your meal. You get to see the difference, like what does oak do here? What makes this wine different? So, I want to continue offering that with dine-in now. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629960805790-3L65ZHZ53NHAB907K34N/6+muga+rose.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - Do you ever offer a side-by-side comparison with wines at different temperatures? I did that quite a bit at wine tastings before the pandemic. I would do three different white wines and three different red wines and with one of the red wines I’d serve the exact same wine, one at 55 degrees and one at 75 degrees and nobody ever guesses. And very rarely does anyone like the warmer wine better. Room temperature is 75 degrees now, but two hundred years ago when people started tasting wines like these, room temperature was 55 degrees. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1629961005241-6J4BM9K9U3UQRR9SIMKJ/13+tatsis.png Blog - Join the Upper Glass - What is the primary focus of your wine list at Krasi? Indigenous Greek varietals with a handful of international varietals. We want it to be as diverse and far-reaching across the country as possible. We also want to work primarily with organic and biodynamic producers. I could say that we want to focus on small producers, but everyone is Greece is a small producer! Most make only five or six thousand cases a year. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/how-to-get-to-the-top-shelf monthly 0.5 2021-08-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1628054513664-3E7LCX7F5L7W7N09O4X4/pacalet+cornas.jpg Blog - How to get to the top (shelf) - Philippe Pacalet, Cornas 2015 Region: AOC Cornas - Rhône Valley Country: France Varietal: Syrah Supple tannins, notes of violet and anise with mineral-driven acidity that helps maintain beautiful freshness. This wine is stunning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1628054001425-7UOQUN1D3LL2IEPB1GYX/rodez+zero+dosage.jpg Blog - How to get to the top (shelf) - Eric Rodez, Dosage Zéro NV Region: AOC Champagne - Champagne Country: France Varietals: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay Shy on the nose, generous on the finish. Zéro dosage makes quite an impact. Sharp acidity gives way to soft lemon pith, white nectarine, and jackfruit. Worth. Every. Penny. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1628054179311-RDRPSXUB01PDKNHJ8F3K/pio+cesare.jpg Blog - How to get to the top (shelf) - Pio Cesare, Barolo 2015 Region: Barolo DOCG - Piedmont Country: Italy Varietal: Nebbiolo More ash than tar, more raspberry than rose, and a little dried blood orange lingering in the background. Acidity that races across your palate, tannins that are firm, but perfectly integrated. You could enjoy this wine now or allow it to age for another decade. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1628054623589-LZ276LJT9KIAOLJ0WG22/dofi.jpg Blog - How to get to the top (shelf) - Alvaro Palacios, Finca Dofí , Priorat 2017 Region: DO Priorat - Catalonia Country: Spain Varietal: Garnacha Absolutely decadent. Cherry preserves, black licorice, espresso. Fine, smooth tannins that make for the most luxurious experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1628054348772-9AJUMFVQPWXW2W2AVM21/cade.jpg Blog - How to get to the top (shelf) - Cade Winery, Howell Mountain, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 Region: Howell Mountain AVA - Napa Valley, CA Country: US Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Mixed berries in a pencil box. Baked black cherries and blackberries, a little mocha, and a little Chinese five spice on the finish. This wine could certainly be enjoyed now. But it is going places, if you think you can stand the wait. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/tasting-102 monthly 0.5 2021-07-28 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/chardonnay-im-sorry-i-doubted-you monthly 0.5 2021-11-03 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/iberian-favorites monthly 0.5 2021-07-21 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/pairing-things-down monthly 0.5 2021-07-21 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/how-to-drink-french monthly 0.5 2021-07-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1626243228333-C79KB6T9PR6B2OOYAF3L/roilette+square.jpg Blog - How to Drink French - Clos de la Roilette, Fleurie, Cuvée Tardive How are you supposed to know this is Gamay? I’m not sure you are supposed to. As an enthusiast, it feels slightly disloyal to talk about French wine this way. But there are a lot of things about French wine you just have to know. So here we go. Normally, the word ‘clos’ would refer to a specific vineyard. But in this case, it’s rather a grand title with little function. Roilette isn’t a site either, it’s actually the name of the former owner’s favorite horse. So I hope that clears up your confusion. Luckily this label also indicates that it is from Beaujolais, the larger appellation under which Fleurie exists. In Beaujolais there are ten crus each with their own distinct characteristics. Cuvée Tardive is the last part of the title the requires clarification. ‘Tardive’ traditionally refers to a wine whose grapes were harvested late in order to make sweeter dessert wines. But in this case it’s only a nod to the fact that this wine benefits from more time before it is ready. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1626242508599-UU8FBLPYGPMT59NQ73TW/cras+square.jpg Blog - How to Drink French - Domaine de la Cras, Coteaux de Dijon Bourgogne Blanc The important thing to note here is Bourgogne. As it happens, Domaine de la Cras is the only producer allowed to use the designation Coteaux de Dijon, so that matters less here. Though it is noteworthy because the city of Dijon purchased the land and set an open call for winemakers without prior holdings who would also promise to continue organic their farming practices. So it is special. But when you’re in Burgundy asking about white wine, ninety-nine percent of the time you’re talking about Chardonnay. And that’s just something you have to know. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1626244726841-N21JGRSBGLNJTP6QW50M/eloquence+square.jpg Blog - How to Drink French - Marie Courtin, Éloquence, Extra Brut, Blanc de Blancs Find comfort in the fact that Champagne is a region that has had to fight for the exclusive use of its name on its labels. But how do you know what’s inside? Luckily there are three grapes in Champagne. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier. When you see the phrase ‘blancs de noirs’ it means you’re getting white juice from a black grape. But when you see Blancs de Blanc, this is white juice from a white grape, the only white grape in Champagne, Chardonnay. That’s what we have here. The last important detail is Extra Brut. Extra Brut means that the wine is bone dry, in this case less than 6 g/l of residual sugar. Brut Nature is the driest possible with less than 3 g/l of residual sugar. Éloquence is the proprietal name of the wine. Like characters in a book, each cuvée has it’s own distinct personality. Right now this wine is delicious, but still quite sharp. If I had the patience I would set aside several bottles to enjoy in five years or so. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1626245891549-LO9EP2KCS8TMU1UMNCOD/Leloup+square.jpg Blog - How to Drink French - Chéreau Carré, Comte Leloup du Château de Chasseloir, Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine Quite the mouthful… How are you to know that this is Melon de Bourgogne grown in the Loire Valley? The French answer is, you’re not. But let’s talk through the name of this wine. Chéreau Carré is the producer, the winemaker is Bernard Chéreau whose obsession with this variety has given us some fantastic wines. Comte Leloup du Château de Chasseloir is the name of the vineyard where the grapes are grown. We’re really getting a lesson in what the French value here, land. Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine is the name of the appellation, the designated region where Melon de Bourgogne is the star. The important thing to remember when identifying French wines is finding the appellation on the label. French labels aren’t exactly known for their inclusivity. You just have to know, or you have to ask questions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1626245916911-LPGA5MXZS0O8YQTZSXPL/sansonnet+square.jpg Blog - How to Drink French - Château Sansonnet, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé In Burgundy it’s about the individual vineyard. But in Bordeaux we care about châteaux (and rankings, of course). In Saint-Émilion Merlot reigns supreme. Cabernet Franc is secondary and Cabernet Sauvignon is used sparingly. The Dordogne river runs through the northern part of the region separating the Merlot dominant Right Bank from the Cabernet Sauvignon based wines of the Left Bank. Since the wines of Bordeaux were systematically classified in 1855, there is a hierarchy to the crus. But Saint-Émilion was only classified in 1955 and is frequently ammended. And Château Sansonnet only joined the Grands Crus Classés in 2012. Not that you should know that… https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/tales-from-the-press monthly 0.5 2021-07-08 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/tasting-101 monthly 0.5 2021-09-28 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/music-on-my-mind-grapes-vol-2 monthly 0.5 2021-06-23 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/six-wines-for-your-beach-bag monthly 0.5 2021-06-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1623211182722-X9VF4F7P8IKEQMFCGEJ3/coz+pop.jpg Blog - Six bottles that belong in your Beach Bag - Da Cruz e Teles - COZ Pop Region: VdP - Serra de Motejunto - Lisboa, Portugal Varietal: Vital (aka Malvasia Corada) Sandy apricots, hazelnut, and a grippy tart finish. This wine deserves to be enjoyed by the ocean. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1623210580864-PQNOZNPFJ0RXTD1KBEKA/mision.jpg Blog - Six bottles that belong in your Beach Bag - Santo Tomas, Misión Blanco Region: Baja California, Mexico Varietals: Chenin Blanc, Colombard Juicy, punchy apricots. This wine is so clean and so cool. This is a skin-contact white wine so you're getting beautiful tangerine color coupled with dazzling acidity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1623210371263-BBBO6ZWFYYHMZ3LV4ZT3/bical.jpg Blog - Six bottles that belong in your Beach Bag - Filipa Pato, Post Quercus Bical Region: Beiras, Portugal Varietal: Bical Razor sharp acidity, flinty minerality, and just a little savory almond on the finish. This wine is beautiful. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1623211154889-1TW4B9QOB1Y15LTUE1WS/Erbaluce-3.jpg Blog - Six bottles that belong in your Beach Bag - Francesco Brigatti, MottoBello Bianco Region: Colline Novaresi DOC - Piedmont, Italy Varietal: Erbaluce Pure sunshine. Bright acidity with something savory that reminds us of olives and sautéed shallots. Such a thirst-quencher. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1623210925642-D9D8PIIU6IZMGHMQGFZT/flirt+red.jpg Blog - Six bottles that belong in your Beach Bag - Martha Stoumen Wines, Post Flirtation Red Blend Region: California Varietals: Carignan, Zinfandel This juicy blend is not without depth. Santa Rosa plum, black raspberry, and hibiscus. Lively acidity up front, lush and smooth on the finish. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1623211201329-CQP5XKI1LQIP3O0V17X1/de+chaunac.jpg Blog - Six bottles that belong in your Beach Bag - Osmote, De Chaunac Region: Finger Lakes AVA - New York Varietal: De Chaunac Wispy notes of blood orange, tomato water, and lots of cranberries. Such a delicate, easygoing wine. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/we-miss-you-already monthly 0.5 2021-06-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1622607953960-ZG3H37XXP6J9GSUPLERT/m+and+ch.jpg Blog - We miss you already! She has turned so many customers into friends that a busy Friday night in the store feels more like a visit to a friend’s party than your local wine shop. She is the consummate hostess. When our wine tastings return, we’ll miss her bouncing around the store continually pouring samples as though we were guests in her home. She knows what you need before you ask for it and always has something interesting on hand for you to try. Her depth of wine knowledge and (not so secret) love of mezcal and all things aromatized will be missed, but not nearly as much as her bubbly disposition. Her kindhearted spirit and welcoming personality are irreplaceable. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1622608027528-SWF00E119OMHJLOZU7CL/bk+group.jpeg Blog - We miss you already! We’re sad to see her leave but we’re comforted by the fact that she won’t be too far away. She infused so much life into Wine Press Fenway and we know it wouldn’t have reached the same success without her. So, thank you Mariana! We will miss you more than you know! Love, Your Wine Press Family https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1622607893220-COGF0H4JYG8RBHL9P834/branca.jpeg Blog - We miss you already! If you’ve spent any time in our Fenway shop you know Mariana. No sooner than you step through the door she’s there to greet you with a warm hello and a smile. Walk in for a bottle of wine, and you leave with three or four, probably a taste of whatever she has open, and some friendly neighborhood gossip. She has been the captain of the ship since Wine Press Fenway opened and we’re having a hard time imagining what life will be like without her. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/happytenthanniversary monthly 0.5 2021-05-26 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/champagneandkettlechips monthly 0.5 2021-05-19 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/fortified-amp-satisfied monthly 0.5 2021-07-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620767586294-5SHER1SIPP9C1RDDOZIY/churchills-reserve.jpg Blog - Fortified & Satisfied - Churchill's Port, Reserve Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620767985038-RQBRNUJXKAR5NUDYSR7J/churchills-white.jpg Blog - Fortified & Satisfied - Churchill's Port, Dry White Port Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620767681626-R3VLVDJCTU7L1BU6BL5P/churchills-lbv.jpg Blog - Fortified & Satisfied - Churchill's Port, Late Bottled Vintage Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620767910970-IWRVFJL5QZ2QXN1VDQY8/churchills-20yr-tawny.jpg Blog - Fortified & Satisfied - Churchill's Port, 20 Year Old Tawny Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620767770344-ZCVZV0X6UKPKIIVD3EOB/churchills-10yr-tawny.jpg Blog - Fortified & Satisfied - Churchill's Port, 10 Year Old Tawny Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/drink-like-a-mother monthly 0.5 2021-05-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620079216933-SS8YBJ54Q7XEHGSKOT4W/day-wines-vin-de-days-rouge.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Vin de Days, Rouge https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620180931540-V5RRIQ15RGOW5H12CN9A/filipa-pato-post-quercus-bical.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Filipa Pato, Post Quercus Bical https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620078810403-W5M2UF88NLM6GPBGU8RJ/christina-orange-2019.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Christina, Orange https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620078957052-KPSNOS9HITIO2RCYIE4V/christina-gruner-veltliner.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Christina, Grüner Veltliner https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620180977231-W5G3MHMP3WITSCLZV8VF/filipa-pato-post-quercus-baga.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Filipa Pato, Post Quercus Baga https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620181135334-1TA8ON6LGKC43MP4PNG4/bravazzi+variety.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Bravazzi variety pack https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620083000891-FDHF5O38VBE7DEYJ7X42/day-wines-vin-de-days-lorange.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Vin de Days, l’Orange https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620079396027-6ZGIFMKZ77VOSNNT76UY/filipa-pato-3b-rose-2.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Filipa Pato, 3B Sparkling Rosé https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620079307886-JBAXDNIS31GUZT1IZBG2/day-wines-vin-de-days-blanc.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Vin de Days, Blanc https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620079156363-K89N78131RZXXF1DHG8N/day-wines-babycheeks-2.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Day Wine, Babycheeks https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1620078889862-W6ZC972ZX2DZNLDNONUY/christina-st-laurent.jpg Blog - Drink like a mother - Christina, St. Laurent https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/dont-think-just-drink monthly 0.5 2021-04-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1619588067841-WBJHMPLDN4QFVK96JIOL/can-rafols-dels-caus-terraprima-blanc.jpg Blog - Don’t think just drink - Can Ràfols dels Caus, Terraprima Blanc Tahini, fresh lime, and petrol. Classic Riesling nose full of petrol followed by a punch of clean acidity. Thanks Xarel-lo. Dry, bracing, and absolutely one of a kind. If you enjoy Grüner Veltliner or Albariño, you need to try this. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1619588451562-3FI7I55C2OQ5VMGOE82V/domaine-dupeuble-beaujolais.jpg Blog - Don’t think just drink - Domaine Dupeuble, Beaujolais Holy Beaujolais we love this wine. This is all about cherry candy and a little earth on the finish. WP Staff Favorite for sure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1619588622538-9V1U3UXNOUYMPXYYSHS7/erste-neue-schiava-kalterersee.jpg Blog - Don’t think just drink - Erste + Neue Schiava Kalterersee Flinty strawberries and graphite. This is a delicate red to savor. Cool it down a bit and watch the fruit brighten. It’s so sexy. Just slowly sip it on its own, it deserves the attention. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1619587817567-U7GO7KQGCTIA0KTOU9L9/day-wines-babycheeks.jpg Blog - Don’t think just drink - Day Wines, Babycheeks Shallots, saffron, and fresh rose. Gorgeous acidity and just enough fruit. This is far and away the prettiest rosés of the season. It’s delicate, dry, and incredibly chic. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1619588903095-YZX6BG1F25EYBJ0Y6Z5Q/churchills-port-late-bottled-vintage.jpg Blog - Don’t think just drink - Churchill's Port, Late Bottled Vintage What are you doing if you’re not drinking port? Pour yourself a small glass, find yourself a brownie, and grab the remote. You are in for a decadent night in. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1619588741066-EN1ALH1QGPHWGIMVZUBY/barrat+champs.jpg Blog - Don’t think just drink - Barrat-Masson, 'Les Margannes,' Brut Nature This wine politely asks you to set aside your plans, grab a glass, and enjoy life. Candied lemon and freshly folded croissant dough. Creamy bubbles and a long finish, you couldn't ask for more. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1619587722650-E74QVN5DLOA7WXRBC03F/folias-de-baco-uivo-aqua-nat-375ml.jpg Blog - Don’t think just drink - Folias de Baco, Uivo Aqua NAT 375mL of fun. Light, dry, and totally refreshing. Cranberries and thyme. Grab one of these the next time you feel like a beer. You won't regret it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1619588323687-1NUOOBTZJNGMKK0T7ROR/matthiasson-linda-vista-vineyard-chardonnay.jpg Blog - Don’t think just drink - Matthiasson, Linda Vista Vineyard Chardonnay You think you know Chardonnay and then you meet Linda. How can it be clean and creamy? Green apple skins, Anjou pear, and a swipe of fresh butter. Acidity is crisp, but the edges are softened. How you doin' Linda? https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/mindgrapes monthly 0.5 2021-04-22 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/pinotnoir monthly 0.5 2021-04-14 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/ms-vino-por-favor monthly 0.5 2021-04-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617774683220-U9JAIWA5DGNT2GRP9CCL/bichi-pet-mex.png Blog - Más vino por favor - Bichi, Pet Mex Mystery varietal grown in granite and sandy loam soils? We will absolutely roll the dice. We’re ready to be refreshed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617774955271-CWCKU6ZIXS5XCQS60NE2/bichi-rosa.jpg Blog - Más vino por favor - Bichi, Rosa Varietal: Pais Snappy acidity driven by garden fresh tomatoes and strawberries. Find your way to some carne asada and go to town. So glad to have this wine on the shelf again! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617775415079-GNS9B55B57M4NFBFMI5W/bichi-listan.jpg Blog - Más vino por favor - Bichi, Listan Varietal: Misión (Pais) Made from 100 year old Misión vines grown at considerable elevation, the low-yield harvest creates an intriguing red wine that’s as savory as it is delicate. A bit of smoke and ocean air will make you want to swirl your glass all night long. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617775975648-ZYC9FFH1XLRTBELG797B/bichi-no-sapiens.jpg Blog - Más vino por favor - Bichi, No Sapiens Varietals: Tempranillo, Cariñena The heavy-hitter of the group. The black and blueberries are complemented perfectly by this wine’s perfectly balanced salinity. I daresay this one deserves some air before serving, time to break out the decanter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617775718384-Q40X01BKY6EO97V4F0WU/bichi-flama-roja.jpg Blog - Más vino por favor - Bichi, Flama Roja Varietals: Nebbiolo, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon Weightier than its siblings, the tannins here keep the raspberries, sun-dried tomatoes, and black currants in check. But it still deserves some time in the fridge before it hits your glass. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617775140395-J3AJGV58413ZAMXR8I6E/bichi-santa.jpg Blog - Más vino por favor - Bichi, Santa Is it Dolcetto? Is it Carignan? See for yourself, guessing is half the fun! A few flowers, barely ripe plums, and a little pomegranate make for the perfect chillable red. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/the-easter-bunny-loves-wine monthly 0.5 2021-03-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617176743411-YOMBU9UUEOTNRMEFAGHE/paleo.jpg Blog - The easter bunny loves wine - Glinavos, Ioannina Paleokerisio Region: PGI Ioannina – Epirus, Greece Varietals: Debina, Vlahiko This wine was made for Easter, literally. Hundreds of years ago this wine would begin its fermentation during autumn in large vats. Fermentation would halt during the colder winter months and continue fermenting as spring began. Because of this, it retains a lovely pétillance. It’s refreshing, a little grippy, and savory. Turkish apricot, orange peel, and brand-new sneakers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617223629370-ND0XOXFXO4WVFEJH6Q95/Untitled+design-62.jpg Blog - The easter bunny loves wine - Leirana, Rías Baixas Albariño Region: Rías Baixas DO - Galicia, Spain Varietal: Albariño ABBY’S PICK - Imagine squeezing a lemon over your salad as you sit oceanside enjoying the view. That's the feeling this wine evokes. Classic Albariño. Salty air and refreshingly soft acidity. Find a croissant and slice up some ham, you need a sandwich. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617177150753-VJ7TQ2CI9ZBORQ2NOQ5G/bb+ries.jpg Blog - The easter bunny loves wine - Boundary Breaks, Ovid Line North Riesling Region: Finger Lakes AVA - New York Varietal: Riesling CHRIS’ PICK - Dried pineapple, preserved lemon, ripe papaya. A flash of acid and lightly juicy. This Riesling is almost intimidatingly cool. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617177416597-0ECTHH7XJNSDA9A0OT1V/fiano.jpg Blog - The easter bunny loves wine - Vigne Guadagno, Contrada Sant'Aniello, Fiano di Avellino Region: Fiano di Avellino DOCG – Campania, Italy Varietal: Fiano CHELSIE’S PICK - Bright and creamy. Dazzling acidity but with a softness that only Fiano can provide. A year on fine lees doesn't hurt either. Think lemon oil, pecorino, and Yuzu curd. This is a lateral move for the “dry white” lovers. Plus, it’s something a little nicer for the occasion. But also, this wine would be bomb with honey-baked ham! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617176046106-BG61M1WQCJBX62W0AB4S/vaucluse.jpg Blog - The easter bunny loves wine - Domaine des Tours, Vin de Pays de Vaucluse Region: Vaucluse AOC – Rhône Valley, France Varietals: Grenache, Counoise, Syrah, Cinsault, Merlot AARON’S PICK - Blood orange marmalade, sharp strawberry edges, and a little smoke on the tail end. This wine is aromatic and seductive. Let it breathe a bit and enjoy with a nice rack of lamb straight off the grill. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617175934832-E0TVWBH3W1IYRHVQUUDJ/schiava.jpg Blog - The easter bunny loves wine - Erste-Neue, Kalterersee Classico Superiore, Schiava Region: Südtirol-Alto Adige DOC – Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy Varietal: Schiava Sustainable JYOTI’S PICK - Flinty strawberries and graphite. This is a delicate red to savor. Cool it down a bit and watch the fruit brighten. It would be great with lamb and ham alike. Or honestly, just slowly sip it on its own, it deserves the attention. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617176540090-2NDA8A6HK4SZRTAA1G8D/breze.jpg Blog - The easter bunny loves wine - Domaine Arnaud Lambert, Crémant de Loire Brézé Rosé Region: Crémant de Loire AOC - Loire Valley Varietals: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon MARIANA’S PICK - Full of toasted brioche, soft acidity, and completely addicting. If you want Champagne quality without spending Champagne dollars, you MUST try this wine. Simply stunning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617177630139-5JBKJ6JUTCX49QLN8AG3/l+boaz.jpg Blog - The easter bunny loves wine - Ruth Lewandowski, Testa Vineyard, Boaz Region: California Varietals: Carignan, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon Somehow lush and snappy all at once. Carignan smoke and weight from Cabernet Sauvignon are shepherded by the freshness of Grenache. But make no mistake, this is a hefty red. Flinty, ashy, and full of mulberries and relaxed tannins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1617176268116-TPADO4QLVFLVLQDLS9KG/7+LUNES.jpg Blog - The easter bunny loves wine - La Ferme des Sept Lunes, Viogner-Roussanne Region: VdP - Rhône Valley Varietals: Viogner, Roussanne COLIN’S PICK - Nutty and nuanced. A nose full of freshly cracked walnuts and chamomile tea. This is the bottle to try if you typically reach for full-bodied Chardonnay. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/new-baby-who-dis monthly 0.5 2021-03-24 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/slainte monthly 0.5 2021-03-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615947218184-W6PUMLPOMYV2MGAXFVME/guinness-draft-8pk-can.jpg Blog - sláinte - Guinness Draft 8 pack Can https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615947886494-ZRWEA9VCXL5AUB1VA09J/five+farms.jpg Blog - sláinte - five farms Irish cream https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615947383883-YY4L8XQ1FXNFD1CW7MP5/green-spot-pot-still-whiskey-750ml.jpg.png Blog - sláinte - Green Spot Pot still Whiskey https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615948130286-OOJ2W9A25G55B27HQTSR/powers.jpg Blog - sláinte - Powers irish whiskey https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/industry-handshake monthly 0.5 2021-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615494149042-HV6AWKKVF3CW2AKZ054L/bianco.png Blog - Industry handshake Bianco Spritz https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615494014615-KMPAO9F3CNAYP2KMBI5N/punt+e+mes.png Blog - Industry handshake Punt e Mes Spritz https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615491799925-U5J3Z57ZGQ83XL0O4HLO/Fernet-Branca+Collins.png Blog - Industry handshake Fernet-Branca Collins https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/springtime monthly 0.5 2021-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615336056022-UUP5CVPPRBEV7HISAAFS/weingut-riedlin-rot-spaetburgunder-trocken.jpg Blog - Frühling (aka springtime) - Sybille Kuntz Orange Riesling https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615309252788-N5FXI6QY6C3O5F7H6L43/meinklang-burgenlandred.jpg Blog - Frühling (aka springtime) - Meinklang Burgenlandred https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615309145174-MEEJICAFLU8GSIL5EE0W/koehler-ruprecht-pinot-noir.jpg Blog - Frühling (aka springtime) - Koehler-Ruprecht Pinot Noir https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1615309373446-3APXCCHYFWUSGTP7CBM8/august-kesseler-r-riesling.jpg Blog - Frühling (aka springtime) - August Kesseler “R” Kabinett Riesling https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/embracethematriarchy monthly 0.5 2021-03-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1614725575335-FRAUMZMRYHXULE0DXL9H/womens+month+box.jpg Blog - embracing the Matriarchy - we love women in wine 4-pack https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/rice-water-fun monthly 0.5 2021-02-24 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/high-end-buyers-guide monthly 0.5 2021-02-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1613534580174-RHOUMC4V24KI1W8XDNOR/pontet.png Blog - Instant gratification is overrated - Château Pontet-Canet 5ème Grand Cru Classé, Pauillac, 2015 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1613534314422-O707CPSJ3RVGTUU4ONZI/mayacamas+cab.png Blog - Instant gratification is overrated - Mayacamas, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2016 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1613535013582-2MFXXGFDN5NNF45YYRRW/fourtet.png Blog - Instant gratification is overrated - Clos Fourtet St. Émilion, 2015 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1613534758654-3550O0XUEXUPUMI5DYY1/montrachet.png Blog - Instant gratification is overrated - Henri Boillot, Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru Clos de La Mouchère https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1613534878450-YGCDDIQ8CM8CM2N81P4F/la+source.png Blog - Instant gratification is overrated - Evening Land, Seven Springs La Source, Eola-Amity Hills, Pinot Noir https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1613535125676-M1FKEHX8UPME7UYQY4HK/gaja.png Blog - Instant gratification is overrated - Gaja, Sperss Barolo, 2015 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/wine-movies-and-more-wine monthly 0.5 2021-02-10 https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/natty-wine-buyers-guide monthly 0.5 2021-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1612298012495-GPKA1IKK7CHYQWFPDZ2T/l+stone+2800.png Blog - Natty wine buyer’s guide - Ruth Lewandowski Fox Hill Vineyard, L. 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Click here for the details! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1611680649666-1ZYP5DCA2Q8N12H5QAH0/bordeaux+600.png Blog - never bored with bordeaux https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/you-make-me-feel-like-a-natural-wine monthly 0.5 2021-01-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1611080330290-70R5CJ2J7TKQIVDT6BIX/image-asset.jpeg Blog - you make me feel like a natural wine - Danieli, Khikhvi Qvevri Dry Amber Wine Region: Kakheti, Republic of Georgia Varietal: Khikhvi Dried apricot, white peach, and a little shiitake mushroom. This orange wine has beautiful texture and a drying finish that makes it ideal for almost anything you've got cooking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1611080243927-YG8HSLWEMBFY3NU51WQL/sikele+600.jpg Blog - you make me feel like a natural wine - Sikele, Terre Siciliane Grecanico Region: Terre Siciliane IGT - Sicily, Italy Varietal: Grecanico Acacia honey, Fuji Apple skins, balsam. If you can't get to Sicily, this is the next best thing. Woodsy and honeyed up front, balanced acidity, and a chestnutty finish. This a great intro to orange wine (aka skin-contact white). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1611100691817-OCUG52JR9N70ZB0SLDHX/malpasso+600.jpg Blog - you make me feel like a natural wine - Montemelino, Malpasso Region: VdT Umbria, Italy Varietal: Sangiovese Exemplary Sangiovese that gives you everything you want. Sun-dried tomatoes hidden behind cherry preserves and a little fresh oregano. Time to order a pizza. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1611100532971-BLFLIE4FZYEGFF42JDGX/burgenland+600.jpg Blog - you make me feel like a natural wine - Meinklang, Burgenlandred Region: Burgenland, Austria Varietals: Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch Sour Cherry, boysenberry, leather. Both red and black fruit shine through, making an uncomplicated and well-loved, juicy blend! Delicious on its own or with food. Pair with grilled fish, roasted chicken, or anything with tomato sauce. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1611080074087-J20S1LCS801QL0038429/phaunus+600.jpg Blog - you make me feel like a natural wine - Aphros, Phaunus Pét Nat Rosé Region: Minho, Portugal Varietals: Alvarelhão, Vinhão This pét-nat smells like brand new lipstick and the beer pong table after a hard fought victory. But it tastes like tart white nectarine. It's tangy, refreshing, and absolutely delightful. The Phaunus is one of the wines that Aaron tasted in on his trip to Portugal and we are so glad he brought some back. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1611080415272-RS5AJ6GJWRU676QKFE5B/pipeno+600.jpg Blog - you make me feel like a natural wine - Cacique Maravilla, Pipeño País Vino Tinto Region: Secano Interior Yumbel - Sur, Chile Varietal: Pais Raspberry Fruit Roll-Up, dusty leather boots, pomegranate, and a little smoke. Delightfully earthy with just enough fruit. This Pais has grit for sure. Put a chill on it, you won't regret it. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/under-15-faves-pt2 monthly 0.5 2021-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497089599-T6H327KIP8UHNOZFTK76/guy-allion.jpg Blog - Under $15 faves pt.2 - Guy Allion, Les Mazelles Sauvignon Blanc Region: AOC Touraine - Loire Valley, France Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc Grassy, fresh Sauvignon Blanc with just a little lime zest and tantalizing acidity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497266488-PUOWXVO6RDJEAOJQSL4T/woop-woop.jpg Blog - Under $15 faves pt.2 - Woop Woop Shiraz Region: South Australia, Australia Varietal: Shiraz (Syrah) Bold, in-your-face Shiraz with all the blueberries, black raspberries, and subtle black pepper you need. Smooth, juicy, and just waiting for beef stew. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497222505-E4T7VZI0WQ0I14CJPXGV/cortijo-rioja.jpg Blog - Under $15 faves pt.2 - Cortijo, Rioja Estate Bottled Tinto Region: Rioja DO - Rioja, Spain Varietal: Tempranillo Brilliant raspberry, freshly brewed coffee, and a dash of white pepper. This Rioja is so juicy you won't want to put it down. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497000665-38LNLX19AZVE6V4ZVDJR/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Under $15 faves pt.2 - Grati, Chianti Region: Chianti DOC - Tuscany, Italy Varietals: Sangiovese, Colorino, Canaiolo Uncomplicated, earthy Sangiovese with bouncy cherries and a clean finish. An everyday must-have. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497128247-BK8XXCE1338PA6L2OCPU/terredirai.jpg Blog - Under $15 faves pt.2 - Terre di Rai, Pinot Grigio Region: Venezia DOC - Veneto, Italy Varietal: Pinot Grigio Stony orange zest, subtle gardenia, and the cleanest acidity create a fantastic Pinot Grigio that you could serve to anyone. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497180828-7U6NVMNW5E0AC6NNJZTC/El+Casetero.jpg Blog - Under $15 faves pt.2 - El Casetero, Campo de Borja Garnacha Region: Campo de Borja DO - Aragón, Spain Varietal: Garnacha (Grenache) A dry climate means ripe and juicy grapes. That's exactly what you get here. Delightfully easy-drinking Grenache full of strawberry preserves, sun-dried tomatoes, and a little anise. https://www.winepressbrookline.com/blog/our-top-6-under-15 monthly 0.5 2021-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497466501-GL9MK2XSKSFPAIP2O2KI/domaine-felines-jourdan-picpoul-de-pinet.jpg Blog - under $15 Faves pt.1 - Domaine Felines Jourdan, Picpoul de Pinet Region: AOC Picpoul de Pinet - Languedoc-Roussillon, France Varietal: Picpoul Simply delightful. Steely, clean, and refreshing. Bone dry, acidity that slaps you in the face after the first sip, and a lingering aftertaste of lemon zest. Who are you if you don't like this wine? $12.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497705688-54QVYYZ5UNC3J1TPTKU2/m-chapoutier-marius-rouge.jpg Blog - under $15 Faves pt.1 - M. Chapoutier, Marius Rouge Region: IGP Pays d'Oc - Languedoc-Roussillon, France Varietal: Grenache, Syrah The audacity of this wine... It is way too nuanced for $12.99. Black Raspberry, white pepper, and thyme. Solid tannins that keep everything in place and provide an addicting, savory finish. It's our new favorite. $12.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497523825-RAJIWUJ075P08V6BBXE1/nortico-vinho-regional-minho-alvarinho.jpg Blog - under $15 Faves pt.1 - Nortico, Vinho Regional Minho Alvarinho Region: Minho IGP - Minho, Portugal Varietal: Alvarinho (Albariño) Lightly effervescent, mellow notes of honeydew and gardenia. This wine is like brand new suede. A little bit of texture, but incredibly soft and smooth. $13.99 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5efb98a1a164d25189096e25/1610497560545-6NSJI3A5FVKBXBUYEQ3B/fuso-colli-tortonesi-vino-rosso-2.jpg Blog - under $15 Faves pt.1 - Fuso, Colli Tortonesi Vino Rosso Region: Colli Tortonesi DOC - Piedmont, Italy Varietal: Barbera Luscious, easy-drinking Barbera. Here's your everyday pizza wine people. 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