Bodegas Tarima Monastrell 2009

Tasted and loved by our staff, this old vine Monastrell from Jumilla has a grapey nose with hints of licorice, chocolate and violets followed by more of the same in the mouth. Full-bodied yet smooth on the palate, this big wine certainly over-delivers for the price. Serve with grilled meats, ... more

Monte Antico Rosso 2006

ThisWine Spectator Top 100 Wine of the Year of 2009 is a delicious, multi-layered Tuscan red made of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot. Monte Antico, which means 'Ancient Mountain,' is made by winemaker Franco Bernabei and Italian wine exporter extraordinaire Neil Empson, from choice hillside vineyards ... more

d'Arenberg The Stump Jump Shiraz 2008

Named a Top 100 Wine of the Year by Wine Spectator in 2009, the Stump Jump is made by the folks who own D'Arenberg winery. Established in 1912, the name D’Arenberg is synonymous with high quality Aussie wines. Fourth generation winemaker/owner Chester Osborn has produced this delightful value-driven Shiraz, and ... more

Altos las Hormigas Colonia Las Liebres Bonarda 2008

Originally an Italian varietal from Piedmont, the Bonarda grape has enjoyed great success in the rich soils and warm climate of Argentina. Bonarda is, in fact, the second most widely planted grape in Argentina, second only to Malbec. This great buy is made by the Altos Las Hormigas winery, ... more

Pascual Toso Brut

Established in 1890, the Pascual Toso winery is known for great, reasonably priced sparkling wines in Argentina. We met Enrique Toso in Argentina, and tasted and loved this little sparkler. He told us that Toso is actually the #2 leader in sparkling wines sales in Argentina, second only to Chandon's ... more

Man Vintners Chenin Blanc 2009

This little white is so charming, fresh and delicious! Fruit-filled yet dry, we loved it on our South African tour in April 2009, and could not wait to get it in the store. Chenin Blanc is the most widely planted white varietal on the Cape in South Africa, and is ... more

Bogle Chardonnay 2008

Fresh tropical fruits such as pineapple & mango with green apple greet the nose and palate upon first sip, followed up by a touch of lemon cream. Creamy notes of butterscotch, caramel and toasty oak on the finish. more

Di Majo Norante Sangiovese 2008

This has become a favorite year in and year out for great value Sangiovese. Di Majo Norante is located in Molise, along on the Adriatic Sea between Puglia and Abruzzo. The cultivation of vines in this area dates back to 500 BC when the region was inhabited by the Sanniti ... more

Château Montaud Cotes de Provence Rosé 2009

This is the perfect way to discover classic Côtes de Provence Rosé from a great vintage! Made of a blend of Grenache, Cinsault and Syrah, this wine is ‘concentrated, with an intense juiciness to the dried berry, cherry, red currant and white fruit flavors. The long, dry, vibrant finish features ... more

Moon Mountain Vineyard Chardonnay 2004

We brought in this producer in December of 2005 – we could not resist it for the quality, taste and value. Located high on the rugged Sonoma County side of Mount Veeder, the vineyard enjoys volcanic soils, warm sun and cooling nighttime breezes. We loved the creamy, yet crisp citrus ... more

Vina Borgia Campo de Borja 2008

In the last vintage of this delicious little Grenache, the International Wine Cellar said 'to call this a bargain would be a severe understatement!' Look for happy purple highlights in the glass with bright blackberry, blueberry and gentle spices on the nose. In the mouth, the wine is ripe, round ... more

Santa Martina Rosso 2007

We tasted this gutsy Tuscan red at Stella Marina restaurant in Asbury Park where they are serving it by-the-glass. Made by father and son team, Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari, this family has been celebrated for making classic Tuscan wines such as Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di ... more