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Vintages Release July 19, 2025

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Red Wine

Terre di Faiano Organic Primitivo 2023, Salento, Puglia I.G.P., Italy: This Salento Primitivo spent eight months in mixed oak to showcase a chorus of black-plum compote, spiced cherry and almond-cookie nuances over warm earth tones. Its rich, velveteen tannins support a succulent mid-palate, while a subtle tobacco twist adds depth. Lively acidity keeps the wine balanced and engaging. Pair with smoked paprika chorizo paella or grilled eggplant drizzled in romesco sauce. Primitivo food pairings: spaghetti with meatballs, grilled sausage, gourmet burgers. Drink: 2025 - 2026 44954 14% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. July 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Other Wines/Drinks

Chita Nehohi-Gura Otokoyama Junmai Daiginjo Sake, Tokoname, Aichi Prefecture, Japan: Morita Otokoyama channels Hokkaido’s crisp air into a sake of crystalline purity, offering pear-melon aromas above a creamy rice core. Its graceful, lingering finish balances precision with depth, making each sip feel both refined and substantial. Serve chilled alongside charred octopus with shiso or a seaweed-tossed salad for a harmonious match. Junmai Daiginjo Sake food pairings: seafood dishes, tempura, smoked salmon. Drink: 2025 - 2025 42268 15.5% M 720 mL $31.95 Score: 90/100. July 2025. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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