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Vintages Release August 16, 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

Kir-Yianni Ramnista Xinomavro 2020, Naoussa P.D.O., Greece: From the Naoussa P.D.O., Kir-Yianni Ramnista 2020 Xinomavro is produced from a single vineyard in the hills of Naoussa in northern Greece. A 100% Xinomavro, the wine is fresh with sour cherry, garrigue herbs, cocoa and a kiss of vanilla framed with velvety tannins. The wine spent up to 18 months in oak barrels and is ready to drink now through 2030. Xinomavro food pairings: roast pork, bison burgers, lentil and lamb ragu. Drink: 2025 - 2030 178020 13% XD 750 mL $38.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Duca Catemario Collezione Privata Pinot Grigio 2024, Collio D.O.C., Italy: From the Collio wine region, Duca Catemario Collezione Privata 2024 Pinot Grigio is amazing value under $16. Bone-dry and zesty with lime and lemon zest, fresh pear, apple, citrus, clean and crisp minerally flavours, this PG finishes long and zesty. A perfect pairing to seafood dishes, enjoy it with grilled calamari, or pan-fried panko oysters with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Pinot Grigio food pairings: pasta with cream sauce, grilled chicken breast, summer salads, grilled calamari. Drink: 2025 - 2027 120782 12.5% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. August 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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