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get acquainted with an old favorite
2022 Don Ramon, Campo de Borja Spain
If you've been a long-time customer of ours you may have recalled how much we liked Don Ramon, which had always been of our best-selling reds. So why did it get forgotten? Perhaps it was because we were touting so many other new wines that it became somewhat forgotten, or that they updated their well-recognized tan label for a bright yellow one. Regardless, when we decided to use it in last Saturday's tasting both we and our customers came to the same conclusion: the wine's still really good! This mellow blend of 70% Garnacha and 30% Tempranillo is loaded with rich fruit and finishes with gentle tannins. This is what it always was, perhaps our best red bargain in the store.
$8.99 ($13.99 sugg.)
GRAB THESE CLOSEOUTS BEFORE THEY'RE GONE
We were able to get more, now at a new lower price
2023 Petit Bourgeois Rose de Pinot Noir, Loire Valley France
Henri Bourgeois is one of the Loire Valley's most noted producers of Sancerre. This Petit Bourgeois is absolutely delicious, displaying its Pinot Noir character as well as or better than any other Pinot Noir Rose we've come across. It's intriguingly fruity but dry, with a delicious finish that is unmistakably Pinot Noir. It was a great deal at its original price but we're now offering it at a price that's just silly.
$6.99 (was $14.99) only 12 cases left
2021 Cesconi Pinot Bianco
Cescon's vineyards are located in Italy's beautiful Dolomites. Their organically produced Pinot Bianco is mellow but dry with hints of pear and white tree fruit. It's enjoyable on its own but goes perfectly with light meat dishes, seafood, and white pasta sauces.
$7.99 (was 18.99) only 3 cases left!
2012 Vino di Vittorio Sangiovese, Marche Italy
If you enjoyed the Angelini Sangiovese it might come as sad news that we're finally out of it. But we are happy to present another one that's just as perfectly matured. 8% Merlot and 2% Pergola Rosso was added to the Sangiovese and aged in large oak casks. The fruit is true to the varietal with attractive sour cherry flavors, soft tannins, and perfect balance. It will be delightful to drink over coming year.
$6.99 (was $20.99) while they last!
Regine Baron Rose Brut Perle Champagne
Another great choice for Valentine's Day. Regine Baron is a relatively new house (established 1974) in the Marne Valley of Champagne. The quality of this Rose Champagne belies our sale price. Comprised of Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir, it is unmistakably Champagne in both the quality and character, the kind that could only come from Champagne. While it's a true Brut it has generous fruit and no shortage of flavor. While Regine Baron isn't exactly a household name here it is very popular in Europe, especially in Germany and Belgium.
Special Holiday price: $29.99 (44.99 suggested)
2023 Contordine Contramano Nebbiolo, Colline Novarese Italy
In Italy contramano means to drive the wrong way down a one-way street, and Colline Novarese's take on Piedmontese Nebbiolo certainly runs counter to how most producers typically treat the grape. The juice was sourced from a 6 acre vineyard in the Alto Piemonte, close to Boca. The Nebbiolo grapes are partially fermented whole cluster over 3 weeks to impart bright fruit and then a small portion of Rose made from Croatina is added and then aged on its lees. The result is atypical and downright delicious, brimming with bright vibrant Nebbiolo fruit. What's even more impressive is that the wine still has Nebbiolo's richness and structure.
$24.99
EVENTS
Piedmontese Wine Dinner
Strega Restaurant in New Haven
Thursday, February 27th, 6pm
$150 per person, plus tax & tip
Call Strega Restaurant for reservations, 475 300 2924
Strega recently opened this past summer in New Haven to high praise. Join them for a very special dinner featuring the food and wine of Piedmont. John Maggi and Steve Segretario from Vias wines will be on hand to educate you on the wines.
Pane Cotto 2.0
-Broglia La Meirana Gavi di Gavi DOCG 2023
Fregola Sarda con Porcini
- Produttori Langhe Nebbiolo DOC 2023
Ragù Napoletano
- Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco DOCG 2020
Guancia di Manzo Stracotta
- Selection of Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Crus
Selezione di Formaggi
- Garesio Alta Langa DOCG 2020
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