MARQUES DE GELIDA CAVA BRUT GRAN RESERVA, CATALONIA, SPAIN 19 a bottle, 210 a case Deep straw-gold. Deep-pitched aromas of pear nectar, yellow apple and fennel, with a smoky lees element in the background. Taut, stony and gently toasty on the palate, offering bitter pear skin, gently sweet orange and chamomile flavors and a touch of lemon peel. At once rich and lively, with solid closing thrust and a hint of florality on the clinging finish. DRY CREEK VINEYARD CHENIN BLANC, CALIFORNIA 18 a bottle, 200 a case At first swirl, aromatics of honeydew, watermelon and pineapple spring forward from the glass with floral notes of jasmine and honeysuckle. On the palate, the wine has refreshing flavors of cucumber, lime and nectarine with hints of geranium, sweet basil and ripe orange. The mouthfeel is soft yet inviting, with a lively acidity.
BODEGAS MUGA RIOJA ROSADO, RIOJA, SPAIN 16 a bottle, 175 a case
Lovely pale pink colour, looking very elegant in the glass. On the nose it is full of fruity nuances, very intense and complex, with reminders of stone fruit such as apricots and lactic, pastry-shop notes. On the palate it proves a balanced wine with good length, perfectly combining its acidity and freshness.
MAISON JOSEPH DROUHIN, BURGUNDY, FRANCE 29 a bottle, 160 a case (6 pack case) The aromas are reminiscent of chardonnay in clusters, very ripe, and reveal subtle musky notes. On the palate, a pleasant roundness. SIERRA CANTABRIA RIOJA CRIANZA, RIOJA, SPAIN 19 a bottle, 210 a case Intense cherry. Fine toasted notes (cocoa and coffee) and ripe fruit with definite expression. Powerful palate, smoky with well balanced toasty notes of oak and fruit.
DRY CREEK VINEYARD CABERNET, CALIFORNIA 30 a bottle, 345 a case
An inky color, potent black-fruit flavors and a velvety texture add up to a lot of deliciousness in this full-bodied and moderately tannic wine. Black currants and black cherries are accented by spearmint and toasted oak notes.
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