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Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose NV
Cute half-bottles of THE rose Champagne!
92
Wine Spectator
95
James Suckling
(10/7/2014) "This is clearly one of my favorite rosé Champagnes out there. I love the freshness and clarity in the wine, from its light pink color to crisp acidity and minerally, chalky character on the finish. It's full-bodied and dense yet agile with amazing length and beauty. Refreshing and vibrant. As it warms, it gives you delicate pinot noir character like Aloxe-Corton or another excellent appellation. Drink now."
(10/7/2014) "This is clearly one of my favorite rosé Champagnes out there. I love the freshness and clarity in the wine, from its light pink color to crisp acidity and minerally, chalky character on the finish. It's full-bodied and dense yet agile with amazing length and beauty. Refreshing and vibrant. As it warms, it gives you delicate pinot noir character like Aloxe-Corton or another excellent appellation. Drink now."
$
3999
Discount:
375 ML
Local availability for Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose NV
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | Out of stock | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | Out of stock | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | Out of stock | (847) 831-1049 |
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Billecart-Salmon Extra Brut Vintage Champagne 2008
93+
Wine Advocate
96
James Suckling
(9/2/2019) "A stunningly pure nose with aromas of apples, pears, grapefruit, dried flowers and fresh bread dough, all intermingled. The palate has a super fresh, sleek and vibrant feel with elegance, length and precision. The finish is so long and so precise. A stunning Champagne. Drink or hold."
(9/2/2019) "A stunningly pure nose with aromas of apples, pears, grapefruit, dried flowers and fresh bread dough, all intermingled. The palate has a super fresh, sleek and vibrant feel with elegance, length and precision. The finish is so long and so precise. A stunning Champagne. Drink or hold."
$
8399
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Billecart-Salmon Extra Brut Vintage Champagne 2008
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 4 | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | Out of stock | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | Out of stock | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bisol "Crede" Valdobbiadene Brut Prosecco Superiore 2018
92
Wine Enthusiast
(12/31/2019) "Green apple and white spring flower shape the enticing nose on this fragrant sparkler. The silky polished palate doles out Bartlett pear, lemon zest and nectarine alongside a dollop of ginger. Fresh acidity and a creamy mousse provide the backdrop."
(12/31/2019) "Green apple and white spring flower shape the enticing nose on this fragrant sparkler. The silky polished palate doles out Bartlett pear, lemon zest and nectarine alongside a dollop of ginger. Fresh acidity and a creamy mousse provide the backdrop."
$
1999
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bisol "Crede" Valdobbiadene Brut Prosecco Superiore 2018
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 31 | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 23 | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 39 | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bisol "Jeio" Prosecco NV
91
James Suckling
(9/4/2018) "A fresh and lively Prosecco with lots of lemon and lime character, as well as spiced pears. Medium body, lovely fruit and a fresh finish."
(9/4/2018) "A fresh and lively Prosecco with lots of lemon and lime character, as well as spiced pears. Medium body, lovely fruit and a fresh finish."
$
1279
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bisol "Jeio" Prosecco NV
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 10 | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 60+ | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 30 | (847) 831-1049 |
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Blandys Medium Dry Verdelho 10Yr Madeira NV 500 ML
90
Wine Spectator
90
Wine Advocate
(3/30/2016) "Bottled in 2015, Non Vintage Verdelho 10 Year Old has a delineated, vivacious bouquet with dried quince, orange peel and a touch of sea water, perhaps demonstrating wider appeal than its uncompromising Sercial counterpart. The palate is medium-bodied with a pleasant honeyed texture on the entry, very well judged acidity, those oxidative/nutty notes neatly counterbalancing the sweetness and viscosity towards the finish with some aplomb. This is endowed with impressive length and harmony here, to wit, a perfect introduction to the delights of Verdelho."
(3/30/2016) "Bottled in 2015, Non Vintage Verdelho 10 Year Old has a delineated, vivacious bouquet with dried quince, orange peel and a touch of sea water, perhaps demonstrating wider appeal than its uncompromising Sercial counterpart. The palate is medium-bodied with a pleasant honeyed texture on the entry, very well judged acidity, those oxidative/nutty notes neatly counterbalancing the sweetness and viscosity towards the finish with some aplomb. This is endowed with impressive length and harmony here, to wit, a perfect introduction to the delights of Verdelho."
$
2199
Discount:
500 ML
Local availability for Blandys Medium Dry Verdelho 10Yr Madeira NV 500 ML
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 6 | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | Out of stock | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | Out of stock | (847) 831-1049 |
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BLANKbottle "Little William" Western Cape Syrah 2019
91+
Our Score
(12/2020) This is a vividly faithful expression of Syrah from South Africa's beautiful Western Cape. With wonderful earth, cracked pepper and blackberry on the nose, this wine nearly transports you to the Witzenberg Mountain Vineyard 750 meters above sea level. Medium bodied on the palate, with a touch of smokiness, this is a fantastic wine that also brings us visions of the Rhone Valley. The "Little William" is reference to a serendipitous tale from winemaker Pieter Walser about encountering a lost boy named William in the middle of the road coming down from the vineyard and then once again four years later. Of course this wine offers an incredible story, because at BLANKbottle, that's what they do.
(12/2020) This is a vividly faithful expression of Syrah from South Africa's beautiful Western Cape. With wonderful earth, cracked pepper and blackberry on the nose, this wine nearly transports you to the Witzenberg Mountain Vineyard 750 meters above sea level. Medium bodied on the palate, with a touch of smokiness, this is a fantastic wine that also brings us visions of the Rhone Valley. The "Little William" is reference to a serendipitous tale from winemaker Pieter Walser about encountering a lost boy named William in the middle of the road coming down from the vineyard and then once again four years later. Of course this wine offers an incredible story, because at BLANKbottle, that's what they do.
$
2599
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for BLANKbottle "Little William" Western Cape Syrah 2019
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | Out of stock | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 59 | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | Out of stock | (847) 831-1049 |
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BLANKbottle "Master of None" Western Cape Red Blend 2019
91
Our Score
(12/2020) This is a great example of the work that winemakers do in the winery. Composed of an absolute smorgasbord of grape varieties (Grenache, Cinsault, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Chenin Blanc) some might dismiss this blend on paper. However, when a winemaker has a particular vision, it can really shine through in the glass. At BLANKbottle they value the natural expression of the fruit their unique terroir gives them. In "Master of None" you get lively aromas of cherry, raspberry, cranberry and wildflowers. While the nose is inviting, light-hearted and fun, on the palate this wine REALLY delivers the goods. There's a bouncy liveliness here often found in great Beaujolais. Light-bodied with great acidity, this wine is perfect for a myriad of different foods; roasted chicken, barbecue and seafood jump to the front of our minds!
(12/2020) This is a great example of the work that winemakers do in the winery. Composed of an absolute smorgasbord of grape varieties (Grenache, Cinsault, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Chenin Blanc) some might dismiss this blend on paper. However, when a winemaker has a particular vision, it can really shine through in the glass. At BLANKbottle they value the natural expression of the fruit their unique terroir gives them. In "Master of None" you get lively aromas of cherry, raspberry, cranberry and wildflowers. While the nose is inviting, light-hearted and fun, on the palate this wine REALLY delivers the goods. There's a bouncy liveliness here often found in great Beaujolais. Light-bodied with great acidity, this wine is perfect for a myriad of different foods; roasted chicken, barbecue and seafood jump to the front of our minds!
$
2399
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for BLANKbottle "Master of None" Western Cape Red Blend 2019
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | Out of stock | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 50 | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | Out of stock | (847) 831-1049 |
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BLANKbottle "Pseudonym" Western Cape Cinsault 2019
91
Our Score
(10/2020) Blankbottle winemaker Pieter Walser is a maverick, his winemaking approach is: you give him fantastic grapes, he'll give you fantastic wine. They don't necessarily need to be from a fabled 200-year-old historic vineyard, planted on southwest facing volcanic slopes, for him to make fantastic wine. He has turned into something of an expert grape-hunter. This ideology brings us to the story of "Pseudonym". Pieter was at the property of a farmer from whom he buys grapes, and noticed a small vineyard in a little valley that he had never seen picked. When Pieter asked why the farmer never sold from that vineyard, he learned the birds in that valley pick the vines clean every year, so come harvest time - there aren't enough grapes. When Pieter found out the vines were 60+ years old, it piqued his interest. He made the farmer a deal, Pieter would buy bird nets to protect the fruit if he sold only to Pieter at harvest. It ended up being a great gamble because Pseudonym is one of our favorite Blankbottle's wines to date. The nose is super-fresh, bursting with lively red fruit. A light and bright, but rambunctious, palate features bouncy acidity, great fruit, a smidge of black tea, and pretty floral aspects. This vibrant, juicy 100% Cinsault is everything you want in an easy-drinking wine and would go great with grilled chicken tacos. Drink now!
(10/2020) Blankbottle winemaker Pieter Walser is a maverick, his winemaking approach is: you give him fantastic grapes, he'll give you fantastic wine. They don't necessarily need to be from a fabled 200-year-old historic vineyard, planted on southwest facing volcanic slopes, for him to make fantastic wine. He has turned into something of an expert grape-hunter. This ideology brings us to the story of "Pseudonym". Pieter was at the property of a farmer from whom he buys grapes, and noticed a small vineyard in a little valley that he had never seen picked. When Pieter asked why the farmer never sold from that vineyard, he learned the birds in that valley pick the vines clean every year, so come harvest time - there aren't enough grapes. When Pieter found out the vines were 60+ years old, it piqued his interest. He made the farmer a deal, Pieter would buy bird nets to protect the fruit if he sold only to Pieter at harvest. It ended up being a great gamble because Pseudonym is one of our favorite Blankbottle's wines to date. The nose is super-fresh, bursting with lively red fruit. A light and bright, but rambunctious, palate features bouncy acidity, great fruit, a smidge of black tea, and pretty floral aspects. This vibrant, juicy 100% Cinsault is everything you want in an easy-drinking wine and would go great with grilled chicken tacos. Drink now!
$
2199
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for BLANKbottle "Pseudonym" Western Cape Cinsault 2019
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | Out of stock | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | Out of stock | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 29 | (847) 831-1049 |
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BLANKbottle Offspring 2016
91
Our Score
(12/2020) Here is yet another killer offering from South Africa's BLANKbottle! Offspring is a wild white blend from vineyards in Elgin and Voor Paardeberg, with each part contributing its unique varietal characteristics. Beautiful aromatics from the Semillon, bright acidity from the Riesling and Sauv Blanc, freshness from the Verdelho, and body from the Chenin Blanc - it's all here! This is delicious, terroir-driven white wine that will please new-world and old-world wine lovers alike, all for a great price. What more could you want?
(12/2020) Here is yet another killer offering from South Africa's BLANKbottle! Offspring is a wild white blend from vineyards in Elgin and Voor Paardeberg, with each part contributing its unique varietal characteristics. Beautiful aromatics from the Semillon, bright acidity from the Riesling and Sauv Blanc, freshness from the Verdelho, and body from the Chenin Blanc - it's all here! This is delicious, terroir-driven white wine that will please new-world and old-world wine lovers alike, all for a great price. What more could you want?
$
1999
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for BLANKbottle Offspring 2016
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | Out of stock | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 58 | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | Out of stock | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodega Garzon "Reserva" Uruguay Albarino 2019
92
James Suckling
(6/7/2020) "Very attractive aromas of sliced peaches and melon follow through to a medium to full body with a creamy texture and a fruity, almost savory hint at the finish, together with lots of pineapple and melon. Drink now."
(6/7/2020) "Very attractive aromas of sliced peaches and melon follow through to a medium to full body with a creamy texture and a fruity, almost savory hint at the finish, together with lots of pineapple and melon. Drink now."
$
1479
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodega Garzon "Reserva" Uruguay Albarino 2019
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | Out of stock | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 47 | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 21 | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodega La Milagrosa "Senorio del Tallar" Ribera del Duero 2017
91
James Suckling
(7/26/2019) "Aromas of plums and cola with hints of wet earth follow through to a medium body, firm and silky tannins and a flavorful finish. Very ripe, but turns cool and bright at the end. Drink or hold."
(7/26/2019) "Aromas of plums and cola with hints of wet earth follow through to a medium body, firm and silky tannins and a flavorful finish. Very ripe, but turns cool and bright at the end. Drink or hold."
$
1399
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodega La Milagrosa "Senorio del Tallar" Ribera del Duero 2017
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 60+ | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 60+ | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 60+ | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodega Norton Mendoza Extra Brut NV
New low price! Regular Vin Chicago retail - $9.99!
This is a rarity, Extra Brut traditional method sparkler from Mendoza.
Made from Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay.
Dryish, solid bubbles. At this price, don't overthink it!
$
799
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodega Norton Mendoza Extra Brut NV
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 1 | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | Out of stock | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | Out of stock | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodegas Atalaya "Laya" Almansa Red 2019
89+
Our Score
90+
Wine Advocate
(9/10/2020) "The fruit-driven and easy-to-drink 2019 Laya was produced with Garnacha Tintorera, or Alicante Bouschet, grapes blended with 30% Monastrell from an unusually wet year with torrential rains during the harvest. It fermented in stainless steel vats with neutral yeasts, with malolactic in barrel, where the wine matured for four months. It's very dark, almost opaque, expressive and open. This comes from younger vines yet is structured and seamless, quite complete. It feels like a very good vintage for Garnacha Tintorera in the zone. The palate is round, somehow creamy, and the tannins are ripe and juicy. 360,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in March 2020. Drink Date 2020 - 2023."
(9/10/2020) "The fruit-driven and easy-to-drink 2019 Laya was produced with Garnacha Tintorera, or Alicante Bouschet, grapes blended with 30% Monastrell from an unusually wet year with torrential rains during the harvest. It fermented in stainless steel vats with neutral yeasts, with malolactic in barrel, where the wine matured for four months. It's very dark, almost opaque, expressive and open. This comes from younger vines yet is structured and seamless, quite complete. It feels like a very good vintage for Garnacha Tintorera in the zone. The palate is round, somehow creamy, and the tannins are ripe and juicy. 360,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in March 2020. Drink Date 2020 - 2023."
$
799
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodegas Atalaya "Laya" Almansa Red 2019
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 60+ | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 60+ | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 60+ | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodegas Avancia Valdeorras Godello 2016
93
Vinous, Josh Raynolds
93
Jeb Dunnuck
(3/1/2018) "From two vineyards planted in 1904 and 1910 (the vineyards are side by side), the 2016 Avancia Godello was aged 10 months in a mix of French oak puncheons and 500- and 600-liter demi-muids. It has more minerality and vibrancy than the "Cuvee de O Godello", as well as perfumed notes of citrus blossom, lychee, and saltiness, with a touch of building brioche and toasty notes developing with time in the glass. It's a gorgeous white."
(3/1/2018) "From two vineyards planted in 1904 and 1910 (the vineyards are side by side), the 2016 Avancia Godello was aged 10 months in a mix of French oak puncheons and 500- and 600-liter demi-muids. It has more minerality and vibrancy than the "Cuvee de O Godello", as well as perfumed notes of citrus blossom, lychee, and saltiness, with a touch of building brioche and toasty notes developing with time in the glass. It's a gorgeous white."
$
2499
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodegas Avancia Valdeorras Godello 2016
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | Out of stock | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 9 | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 1 | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodegas Bhilar "Lagrimas" Rioja Alavesa Graciano 2019
An incredibly full-flavored, peppery and singular 100% Graciano Rioja bursting with dark, intense energy!
91
Our Score
91
Wine Advocate
91/100 - Wine Advocate (10/30/2020) "I have loved the nose of the young Graciano since I smelled the first vintage, and the 2019 Lagrimas de Bhilar Graciano, which has changed the name slightly, is no exception. It's floral and perfumed, showy and peppery. Furthermore, I think Graciano ripened nicely in 2019, and this is really very good. With ripe fruit and a soft palate, this is a young red designed to be drunk early, after spending six months in concrete where it fermented with natural yeasts. Delicious. 10,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2020."
91/100 - Wine Advocate (10/30/2020) "I have loved the nose of the young Graciano since I smelled the first vintage, and the 2019 Lagrimas de Bhilar Graciano, which has changed the name slightly, is no exception. It's floral and perfumed, showy and peppery. Furthermore, I think Graciano ripened nicely in 2019, and this is really very good. With ripe fruit and a soft palate, this is a young red designed to be drunk early, after spending six months in concrete where it fermented with natural yeasts. Delicious. 10,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in July 2020."
$
1299
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodegas Bhilar "Lagrimas" Rioja Alavesa Graciano 2019
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 6 | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | Out of stock | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 21 | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodegas Borsao "Tres Picos" Campo de Borja Garnacha 2018
Winemaker's Notes
"Very intense cherry red colour with tones of purple. Presents in the nose a great concentration of aromas of ripe red fruit with floral nuances. In the mouth it is a well structured rich wine that evokes tastes of blackberry, plum and tones of leather and vanilla, with a soft and silky tannin."
"Very intense cherry red colour with tones of purple. Presents in the nose a great concentration of aromas of ripe red fruit with floral nuances. In the mouth it is a well structured rich wine that evokes tastes of blackberry, plum and tones of leather and vanilla, with a soft and silky tannin."
$
1499
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodegas Borsao "Tres Picos" Campo de Borja Garnacha 2018
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 56 | (847) 277-0033 |
Store Details |
| Chicago | 60+ | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 60+ | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodegas Ego "Goru Gold" Jumilla Red Blend 2017
90
Our Score
93
Wine Spectator
(8/31/2020) "This red is sleek and solid, in the modern style. Bright cherry, berry and currant flavors mingle with licorice, black tea and mineral notes, giving way to a floral and minerally finish. The firm tannins are well-integrated and juicy acidity keeps this lively. Mourvedre, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Drink now through 2029. 7,400 cases made, 2,200 cases imported."
(8/31/2020) "This red is sleek and solid, in the modern style. Bright cherry, berry and currant flavors mingle with licorice, black tea and mineral notes, giving way to a floral and minerally finish. The firm tannins are well-integrated and juicy acidity keeps this lively. Mourvedre, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Drink now through 2029. 7,400 cases made, 2,200 cases imported."
$
999
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodegas Ego "Goru Gold" Jumilla Red Blend 2017
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 60+ | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 60+ | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 60+ | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodegas El Nido "Clio" Jumilla 2018
As with previous vintages of this hedonistic beauty, the 2018 Clio is a blend of 70% Monastrell and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon aged for 24 months in premium French and American oak. Powering out a concentrated energy that is near impossible to find elsewhere for this price, the 2018 Clio redefines what it means to overdeliver. The 2018 Clio pours its trademark glass-staining purple and immediately erupts with gobs of dark fruit and underlying smokiness. Look for massive flavors of blackberry jam, ripe black cherry, blueberry compote, smoky maple bacon, cigar box, mocha and vanilla to explode on your palate, along with an entire cabinet of baking spices. The finish is long and clean, with a burst of minerality as wave after wave of silky tannins wash over your palate. Plush and impeccably balanced, the 2018 Clio is a pure masterpiece.
$
3799
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodegas El Nido "Clio" Jumilla 2018
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 11 | (847) 277-0033 |
Store Details |
| Chicago | 40 | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 3 | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodegas Enrique Mendoza "La Tremenda" Alicante Monastrell 2017
92
Wine Advocate
(4/30/2019) "The pure Monastrell 2017 La Tremenda always represents great value and showcases the behavior of the grape in the Mediterranean climate and soil from Alicante. The grapes from 25-year-old vines fermented in small stainless steel vats, and the wine matured in French oak barrels for six months. There are notes of fresh fruit, rosemary and thyme, with clean aromas, open and expressive. The palate is juicy and round, and this is an entry-level red that represents the higher volume in the winery. This wine reflects the changes over the last seven or eight years: they do three tries of the harvest, and the first bunches tend to go to this wine. The well-seasoned barrels also go to this wine, and the vinification is much softer. The result is fruit-driven, with just a spicy twist. 2017 seems a lot cooler in the Mediterranean part of Spain than in most of the inland regions like Rioja, Ribera del Duero and so on. This is a bargain Monastrell."
(4/30/2019) "The pure Monastrell 2017 La Tremenda always represents great value and showcases the behavior of the grape in the Mediterranean climate and soil from Alicante. The grapes from 25-year-old vines fermented in small stainless steel vats, and the wine matured in French oak barrels for six months. There are notes of fresh fruit, rosemary and thyme, with clean aromas, open and expressive. The palate is juicy and round, and this is an entry-level red that represents the higher volume in the winery. This wine reflects the changes over the last seven or eight years: they do three tries of the harvest, and the first bunches tend to go to this wine. The well-seasoned barrels also go to this wine, and the vinification is much softer. The result is fruit-driven, with just a spicy twist. 2017 seems a lot cooler in the Mediterranean part of Spain than in most of the inland regions like Rioja, Ribera del Duero and so on. This is a bargain Monastrell."
$
999
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodegas Enrique Mendoza "La Tremenda" Alicante Monastrell 2017
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 60+ | (847) 277-0033 |
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| Chicago | 60+ | (773) 489-3454 |
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| Highland Park | 60+ | (847) 831-1049 |
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Bodegas Juan Gil "Silver Label" Jumilla Monastrell 2018
This the highest rating ever awarded by Wine Advocate to this wine!
93
Wine Advocate
(9/10/2020) "I also tasted the following vintage, the 2018 Juan Gil (silver label), from a cooler and rainier, more continental vintage than the 2017 I tasted next to it. The origin is the same, Monastrell from their own old, non-irrigated vines fermented in stainless steel and matured in French oak barrels for around 12 months. This is the first vintage that is certified organic. There were some challenges, but they resulted in a fresh and balanced wine with integrated oak and a juicy and round palate. They have introduced optical sorting of the grapes, and perhaps that's why there is more precision and purity. They cannot do manual sorting at this price point, but optical sorting seems like a good alternative. 2018 is a more difficult vintage than the 2017, yet this wine is better, juicier and seems to absorb the oak better, with just a smoky touch that reminded me somehow of a Northern Rhone. Really impressive. It was bottled in June 2020. Drink Date 2020 - 2025."
(9/10/2020) "I also tasted the following vintage, the 2018 Juan Gil (silver label), from a cooler and rainier, more continental vintage than the 2017 I tasted next to it. The origin is the same, Monastrell from their own old, non-irrigated vines fermented in stainless steel and matured in French oak barrels for around 12 months. This is the first vintage that is certified organic. There were some challenges, but they resulted in a fresh and balanced wine with integrated oak and a juicy and round palate. They have introduced optical sorting of the grapes, and perhaps that's why there is more precision and purity. They cannot do manual sorting at this price point, but optical sorting seems like a good alternative. 2018 is a more difficult vintage than the 2017, yet this wine is better, juicier and seems to absorb the oak better, with just a smoky touch that reminded me somehow of a Northern Rhone. Really impressive. It was bottled in June 2020. Drink Date 2020 - 2025."
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1379
Discount:
750 ML
Local availability for Bodegas Juan Gil "Silver Label" Jumilla Monastrell 2018
| Location | Approximate Bottles | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrington | 42 | (847) 277-0033 |
Store Details |
| Chicago | 60+ | (773) 489-3454 |
Store Details |
| Highland Park | 60+ | (847) 831-1049 |
Store Details |
We do our best to provide accurate inventory information on the products we offer. However, items that are in high demand will occasionally sell out before the inventory can be updated.
