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Vintages Release August 2, 2025

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Please note that our reviews are based on a variety of sources: samples sent to our team, those we purchase in store, tasting events, those tasted in restaurants and while traveling domestically and internationally.

Red Wine

Tenuta Rocca Barolo 2020, Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy: Tenuta Rocca’s Barolo melds smoky spice, red-berry depth and savory-herb nuance. Firm acidity and gripping tannins promise graceful bottle evolution, smoothing into integrated layers over time. Cellar until 2045, with prime drinking from 2028 onward. Serve alongside herbed roast beef, veal, lamb, hamburgers, aged charcuterie or venison. Barolo food pairings: herbed roast beef, roast veal, lamb, hamburgers, aged meats and cheeses, venison. Drink: 2025 - 2043 395103 14.5% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

UP Ultimate Provence Rosé 2024, Côtes De Provence, Provence A.P., France: Up Ultimate Provence 2023 is a dry, medium-bodied rosé from Côtes de Provence, blending Syrah, Cinsault and Grenache. Generous on the palate with wild raspberry, cherry, grapefruit zest, fine herb, white pepper and mineral notes. Chill and pair with grilled salmon steaks. Rosé food pairings: ham and cheese sandwiches, grilled chicken breasts, green salads. Drink: 2025 - 2026 14833 13% XD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 92/100. August 2025. Top Rated Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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