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Vintages Release August 16, 2025

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White Wine

Peter Zemmer Gewürztraminer 2023, Alto Adige D.O.C., Italy: Peter Zemmer 2023 Gewürztraminer is produced from grapes grown on the valley floor around the heart of Cortina. Medium-bodied, fresh and rounded on the palate with exotic florals, lychee, spicy and citrus zesty notes, this Gew is made for seafood! Chill and enjoy it with crab cakes and aioli, or pan-fried panko oysters. Gewürztraminer food pairings: pan-fried oysters, crab cakes with aioli, pork kebabs from the grill. Drink: 2025 - 2027 44241 13.5% XD 750 mL $29.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

11 Pinos Bobal 2022, Manchuela D.O.P., Spain: From the Manchuela wine region, 11 Pinos 2022 is an excellent value, vegan-friendly 100% Bobal at $15. Dry, medium-bodied, the wine is fruity and fresh with red cherry, red plum, clove, liquorice, fresh and balanced with vibrant acidity for food. An easy to enjoy Wednesday night wine, lightly chill it up and pour it with spicy turkey meatballs or a lamb tagine. Bobal food pairings: spicy meatballs and tomato sauce, lamb tagine, grilled game sausages. Drink: 2025 - 2028 45042 14% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 90/100. August 2025. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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