'Tis the Season

O.k. bloggers, by my questimate we have about 8 more shopping days left to shop with us before Christmas. I have been busy, busy trying to match gift giving ideas and food ideas for ya'll. I know ya'll probably been wonderin' how you can meet up and see what I can recommend (at least that's what I dream ya'll are thinkin'). Well, starting Monday I will be at the store everyday that I can legally be sellin' to ya'll.

Swing by on your lunch hour this coming week starting on Monday going through Thursday or come by any time on Friday, Saturday or Monday and Tuesday the week of Christmas to pick up those gifts and gather your goodies for the big dinner! I promise you that I can find something that will suit even the most finicky drinker!

I look forward to seeing ya'll at the store!

Remember a good bottle of wine always has a good memory behind it, let me help you find that match for you!

May you and yours have a Merry Christmas!

Anticipation Red 2010

From Michael Mondavi comes this red blend that gives everything that you can expect from the winemaker! Offering a richness and exquisite depth that brings along fabulous fruit of concentrated black cherry, plum, blackberry and cassis which explodes in the mouth that leads into the perfect balance of oak and tannins on a long finish!

This delectable wine is coming in under $14 with the Spec's Key!

Thanksgiving is right around the corner

Where has this year gone? It seems that it goes by quicker and quicker with every year that goes by. It seems that it was just the other week when the last holiday season was upon us. Well, I have been thinking about what I was going to do with the 2013 holiday season upon us.

Being that we are starting off the season with Thanksgiving, I want to give thanks for each and every one of ya'll that have made this blog experiment a budding success! I would not have imagined that I would see over 1500 hits on here in just under a year that I have been doing this!

Now on to business, what are we going to be pairing with our Thanksgiving dinner? Well, are you looking to pair the wine with dinner or are you wanting to experiment and work dinner around the wines? I can assure you that I can accommodate either direction that you want to go.

If you are looking to pair the wine with dinner and come in to see me, then I will give you a jump on what questions that I'll ask. First, is your dinner going to be traditional (oven roasted turkey, bread stuffing, mashed potatoes with giblet gravy, cranberry sauce, candied yams), semi-traditional (fowl of sorts, more rustic style vegetables), or is it going to be non-traditional (cut of red meat, vegetables, etc). Depending on the style of dinner, I might ask what herbs and spices are being used not only on the meat but also with what vegetables as well. Once I have that information, I will definitely ask what your wine preference is (red or white, sweet or dry).

Once I have this, I then can help you find the best match for your meal.

If you're looking to pair your dinner with your wine, all I will need to know is what your wine preference is. I then can help you determine which flavors will compliment your wine. If you are looking to be experimental this holiday season, this is the best approach to use.

Again, thanks to each and every one of you guys out there! I appreciate ya'll allowing me to help enhance your meals and help plan out your party events!

I look forward to seeing ya'll in the store this season!

Spiga O. Fournier

Come in and see why Robert Parker rated this a 92+. This beautifully crafted Tinta del Pais (synonym for Tempranillo from what I found after googling) is aged 50% new and 50% second use barrels giving it an upfront but not over powering oakiness (yes, a technical term!) allowing the fruit from the juice to play through. This wonderful wine is definitely a find for under $28!

Lockwood Merlot

As I have been roaming around the store looking at all the wines, I realized that I haven't posted anything recently that is an everyday find.

Well, here it is! The silky texture and soft tannins are complimented with brught red fruits and a long, smooth finish!

The Lockwood wines have been a staple for me for quite a few years now and with a vibrant new label it is definitely a diamond that awaits to be rediscovered under $13.

Blank Cabernet Sauvignon

As my daily routine is taking me through my day, I am busy bringing product out that has been delivered by our distributors. As I am working through the inventory that has arrived for the day, I come across this totally unassuming case. I open it up and see the above label staring me in the face. I kinda chuckle to myself because of what I see. It is rather an ingenious design for what the bottle holds. I begin doing my research of what has been put into my hands to sell.

 

Now let me tell you, my interest was peaked when I started looking at what would make this wine special. As with all the previous wines that I have posted about, I look for things that would make it noteworthy here.

 

Well, the noteworthiness of this bottle comes from not only what lays inside the bottle (which is juice that is absolutely magnificent) but also the story that lays behind it as well!

 

The layers of black and red currant dance with wonderfully yummy eucalyptus while the moderately juicy ripeness is lending to being classically dry, it has excellent feel and structure with red fruit, mint, and licorice.

 

This is one that I would love for you to come in and talk to me about! Being produced on 1.8 acres of vineyard next to Caymus, there isn't much to be had. So be quick because I know this won't last long!



Huge Bear Chardonnay

 Apple, lemon, white flowers, and a hint of sweet oak. The mouth mirrors the nose with a great richness, nice texture, and crisp clean flavors of golden delicious apples and lemon custard. This huge chardonnay holds true to its name! This is definitely one that should be in anyone's rack. Coming in at under $40 this bottle can rival some of the other big shots out there!

Longboard Point Break Red

So here recently I have been noticing a trend leaning towards not so "traditional" (the Bordeaux style blends that rely heavily on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot) red blends coming out of California. I think it is due to the holidays coming around the corner and a desire to try something that most don't think about trying during the other parts of the year. Though some popular wineries have already introduced some of these already and are righteously delicious. The popularity has driven pricing to where some don't want to experiment with them. So while people are missing out on these fantastic wines to experiment with, I have been looking for wines to help introduce people to and to get to people that already are familiar with this non "traditional style" that is under the $20 mark but still offer the undeniable flavors that they are looking for.


This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and a bit of Zinfandel, Carignane, and Malbec offers just that. I like what Longboard put on their homepage for their winery. They stated:

"Try balance, harmony and nature for starters.
Surfing is part sport, part meditation and all working within, rather than against, nature. Winemaking? Pretty similar approach"

 



 Not only were they able to do this but they also made it at an exceptional price for everyone! Coming in at under $15, I am sure that those of you who are adventurous experimenters that don't want to spend a lot, as well as, with the veterans that are looking for the "everyday" wines that are in that price range are going to enjoy it!

Leviathan

The name says it all! This beast of a wine will surely seduce you into its vibrantly rich and deep blend of Cabernet Sauvignon,  Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Syrah. A truely decadent wine that will pair with the heartiest cut steak or big pasta dish. But the price doesn't do its name sake justice at under $48 a bottle!

Domaine Zind Humbrecht Riesling

With the holidays quickly approaching, it is time to start thinking about what to serve with those wonderful meals. Planning on the traditional turkey with all the fixin's? Then this Riesling from the northern part of France is an excellent choice! A wonderfully creamy texture lends itself to beautiful honeysuckle and apple blossom, fresh apple, apricot , and stone that has hints of lychee. The zesty finish is very focused. At just under $25, this will show your holiday quests an unforgettable experience with their meal!

Aduro Cabernet

So we just got this goodie in that I want to share with ya'll. This explosive cab comes from a neat little vineyard on a hillside over looking the city of Yontville, CA. The nose exudes black cherry all the while in the mouth is silky tannins and has intense flavors of spice, cocoa powder and deep dark fruits. We only got a limited amount of this small production (only 535 cases produced total) in. This is a first come first serve basis, so if you are looking for an outstanding bottle, I highly recommend this. It definitely is a steal at around $60 with your Spec's key.

De Wetshof Danie de Wet Chardonnay

Ok, here is one for the chard drinkers out there looking for something different.....This is a must try if you are looking for the ripe apple and lemon followed by a beautiful long nutty finish. Coming in at under $13, give it a try!

Cross Springs Chardonnay

Looking for that vanilla, butterscotch, oaky creaminess? Well ya ain't gotta look any farther! Besides offering all those yummy flavors this chardonnay offers a balance of ripe tropical fruit up front as well. And just imagine it is under $14....this is definitely one to try!

Cross Springs Cabernet

What a cool find! Nice bold and rich flavors of ripe Bing cheery, blackberry, and full vanilla oak takes and carries the soft tannins through to a long lingering finish! This bottle goes to show that you can't judge a book by its cover with an easy to open screw top for under $14.

Holiday Season Around the Corner

Being in the retail industry I have a tendency to lose track of what season we are in, especially when I live in Texas. We generally have two, warm and hot. So I look for certain products that tells me what time of the year it is. About a week ago I was walking through the store, specifically by the beer cooler, and noticed that Octoberfest and Pumpkin beers were sitting on our shelves. It hit me that we are about to go into O.N.D (October, November, and December). That means holiday parties and gift giving are what people will start thinking about. So, I started to think about my next post and what am I going to say in it. Then I thought about what I was doing today when I was at the store.

With the holidays quickly approaching us, there are going to be a lot of looking for and requesting items that I may not have in our store. I want ya'll to rest assured that I will do my best to fill your requests for this holiday season.

Though I want ya'll to remember that it may take time for me to get your requests and we need to plan for it.

Here is what I have been suggesting:

If you are planning a party of any type, please give me at least two (2) weeks if possible to make sure that we can get in the items that you want. I understand to pull off an entertainment event can be somewhat stressful, especially during the holiday season, so this allows me time to find alternatives if your initial preference is unavailable and make sure that you are happy with the alternative.

If you need to order something as a gift, let us know as soon as you get an idea. This is pretty important because when giving gifts we tend to look for items that our loved ones and friends generally won't buy for themselves .Another key part of this planning is letting me know when you need it by because a lot of us travel for the holidays. Some of these ideas may require more work to find for you, but remember I will try to get it in IF I can. If I can't get it in then I will let you know and I will try to find something of the same caliber for you.

I pride myself on doing everything that I possibly can to get special requests in or finding something that will fit the bill if I can't get a specific request in because of availability. Let me help you make this holiday season a memorable one!

I look forward to hearing from or seeing you!!

Eberle Cabernet/Syrah

Here's one that has caught my attention...The winemaker's tribute to the land downunder. The ripe Syrah throws down delicious blueberry and full blown meaty flavors, while the Cabernet packs in the full bodied plumminess (yes, I went there). One more wonderful bottle of juice produced by the winemaker at Eberle. Come and see me about this wine at under $22 with the Key discount.

Hollis Pinot Noir

From winemaker Paul Hobbs comes another Spec-tacular wine. This juice comes from some prized vineyards throughout the Russian River Valley. It offers up vanilla, spice, and everything nice to accommodate the wonderful cassis, black cherry with hints of chocolate for a long finish. This elegant but eloquent Pinot definitely shows what it means to be a hidden value coming in under $35.

Hill Wine Company Chardonnay

Evening Bloggers! Here is a second wine from Jeff Hill.....It is his Black Dog Chardonnay, aptly named after his black lab....The chard in the bottle is sourced from Yountville and Wildhorse Valley. The grapes coming in from Yountville lends mildly butter flavors and the grapes from Wildhorse gives it depth and richness. This is another one of those diamonds in the rough that I believe is every bit worth its under $18 price tag and then some. For those of you that are looking for something other than a butterball of a Chardonnay but still want some of that texture and flavor, then this is one bottle you want to pass up!

Hill Wine Company Cabernet Sauvignon

Ok, so after much awaited time, I am finally sitting down to give you my next choice in wines. This beauty comes from winemaker Jeff Hill. This is one of our latest additions to our shelves that I am sure will impress! Sourced from a few different appellations throughout Napa Valley (like Rutherford and Coombsville), this magnificent wine has the dustiness to be expected from Rutherford, while the intense flavors are coming from smaller berries that are characteristic from Coombsville. This is a testament of what a Napa Cabernet is! While this wine is intense, the price is not at under $23 a bottle!

1000 Hits!

I can't believe it! We have hit the 1000 mark for views on the blog....That is awesome, I appreciate all of ya'll taking time to read what I have posted. Once again, I have been a busy little bee trying to find the right wines to bring in for ya'll's enjoyment....Not only that but I have been busy putting new wines that our buyers have sent us out on the shelves as well. I have also had the opportunity to visit other stores to see what is selling in those neighborhoods as well and will be researching more to see if some of what I have spotted at other stores will be a match for us as well. So in the meantime, here is some of what I have put out on the shelves over the past couple of weeks: Hill Wine Company (Black Lab wines and Little Rascals wines), Fin Del Mundo wines, Paradise Ridge, 99 West, Tobias, and Stewart. I will be following this up with more in depth descriptions here shortly!

Ch. Brondeau Bordeaux Superior

Looking for an awesome red for this summer's grilling season?  This classic Bordeaux is the answer to your summer and fall (for that matter) grilling wine! The wonderful medium-full bodied blend of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon lends itself more to black fruit with real nice earthiness. Coming in under $12 makes this Bordeaux a steal for the summer!

Triumph Chardonnay

From Calistoga Cellars,  the same vinter of Triumph Cabernet, is a wonderful example of what a Napa Chardonnay can be! Tropical fruit that blends in with great oak leaves nothing wanting for just under $20!

Volker Eisele Gemini White

From the vintner of an outrageous cabernet, comes an equally outrageous white blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc. A wonderfully crisp, yet satisfying Bordeaux-style blend that is definitely a diamond waiting to be discovered that comes in under $20 with your Key discount.

Commanderie de la Bargemone

A brilliant refreshing wine for the Texas summer! Wild strawberries and currants laced with a floral nose brings it home around $15!

Busy, Busy!

Evening Bloggers!

I have to apologize about the lack of updates that I have been giving you all! I have been busy in the store trying to get some goodies in for ya'll, as well as doing a little rearranging. I have been working on getting some very limited production wines in and it is finally paying off.

Over the past several months, I have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of some Williams Selyem wines, along with a wine from Retour. I can tell you that I have received an awesome unoaked Chardonnay and a Sonoma Pinot Noir in from Williams Selyem. I am still waiting for the Retour Pinot Noir to come in but I have been told to expect in this week. I can tell you that I will believe it when I see it on our receiving docks! I am so excited!

These are very small production products and have outstanding reputations that follow them. Please remember that these are very special items that I have managed to bring in and I have to make sure that I take care of everyone that I possibly can. In order to do that, I ask that those of you who ask about these please have a Spec's Key and that you have at least 1,500 points on the card in order to purchase any of these products at their retail price.

If you do not know how many points that you have on your Spec's Key, please stop by and see me at the store and I will be more than happy to look up your account and let you know!

These are first come, first serve type of items; however limited availability applies in purchasing these items.

I am hoping that the success of this will spur the ability to get more of these types of wines in.

As always Bloggers, I look forward to seeing and talking to ya'll!

Rudy Syrah by Von Strasser

Man o' man! I'm excited about this one! A testament what a Syrah can be. Wonderful fruit, earthy, and peppery finish. Experience the pedigree of the Von Strasser wines through this Syrah at under $22

Pian Di Bugnano L'Eprico Sangiovese

This 100%  Sangiovese brings home a full flavor, long finish that is every bit delicious as under priced! Floating around $34 a bottle.

Eberle Vineyard Selection Cabernet

Just hit our shelves! Looking to enjoy a top quality wine without paying the price? This jewel slides in under $19 and is well worth it. Lush and full of flavor!

My Picks!

I have decided to bring back something that I did several years ago. I have a wine rack setup at the front of the store in the middle aisle that has 13 wines that I selected for a quick pick up. Most of these wines I selected are ones I believe most of ya'll will enjoy by listening to what everyone has heen asking for. I have included a couple wines for the adventurous minds to try. I will be trying to change this up every month to have different offerings.

Also too, I have started an instragram account to make a quicker way to post pics of items in the store. My user name is kemahwineguy. I look forward to seeing all of ya'll following me on there. I also look forward to hearing from all of you to see what I can try to do for you.

La Flor Malbec Rose

I have been looking at the stock that is in the store and have been contemplating what would be something different and not a norm for what people have been asking me for.

Being that we are going into the infamous Texas summer, I thought I would show ya'll a Rose. Now, before you totally shut down on me, this isn't what you might think it is. Contrary to what we are used to in White Zinfandels and the likes, true Roses are dry...like their reds are. If you don't know, Roses are generally red grape varietals that have less skin contact then their respective red versions. It is the contact which gives it color, amongst other characteristics like structure from the tannins that are in the skin.

Now, I have found a Rose Malbec from Argentina that I think is a good introductory Rose, especially if you are like me and are a red wine drinker. La Flor Rose Malbec is perfect for those who still seek a fuller bodied wine but are interested in trying something new. Right up front on the nose and in the mouth, there is a burst of red and dark fruit but still holds nice structure and feel. It is a darker Rose which tell me that it does have longer skin contact which is told by the mouth feel.

This is definitely a wine that not only holds to easy comfort and bar food, but it will still hold nicely to a steak as well, remember it is still a malbec.

At under $14, it is definitely a wine that is worth experimenting with or enjoying over and over again.

Cubo Tempranillo

Looking for that everyday, not breaking the bank, easy to drink red? But are you looking for something other than the ordinary cab or merlot? Pick up a bottle of this little gem from Spain. This soft, fruit forward, easy to drink Tempranillo is definitely worth trying.  Under $12 a bottle will definitely save on the wallet for an everyday wine.

Block 515 Russian River Chardonnay

From the makers of our Block wines (Block 713 and 945 cabernets), comes this delectable chard. It burst forth grapefruit and honeysuckle but finishes with nice hints of toasted oak and vanilla. This is once again a treasure to be found amidst the multitudes of wines at under $15.

Remember to hurry and get a bottle because once this is gone, it is gone!

Phelps Innisfree Cabernet Sauvignon

From the maker of Insignia is this bottling of Cabernet. Story has it that the juice in the bottle is what the winemaker doesn't use for his Insignia blend.

This particular vintage that is in stock now is ripe in dark fruit, supple feel but balanaces with wonderfully fine tannins.

The price on this bottle doesn't do it justice at around $25. This is one of those wines that should be twice that amount.

Beacon Hill Chardonnay Estate

I am excited to tell ya'll about the newest addition to our shelves. It is the Beacon Hill Chardonnay Estate from Oregon. It is a true representation of the varietal. Very nice balance of fruit with nuetral oak in the mouth. We had the chance to taste this last week and I was very impressed with how the winery focuses on the varietal and not just the oak. This is a very fine find! I don't say that very often when it comes to whites because of my tendencies towards reds. It is priced at just over $30 a bottle. Come in and take a bottle home and see why I chose to bring this wine to the shelves!

St. Michel-Eppan Pinot Grigio

So here is the next wine that has my attention. This wonderful Pinot from Italy shows astonishing minerals, citrus, and herbs. Crisp, clean finish will leave nothing wanting more than another sip. At just under $17 a bottle, I would recommend this in a New York minute.

Frazier Napa Cabernet

This carefully selected blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc shows big, bright fruit and wonderful oak from new French and American oak barrels. This is a wine that you can enjoy right now or rack for another 3 to 8 years.

Floating around $38 a bottle, it is definitely worth having

le Versant Pinot noir

Understated in price at under $11. This simple, yet elegant Pinot Noir is everything that it needs to be. Enjoy this light to medium body wine with wonderful fruit and a nice little spice on the finish by itself or with your meal.

Big Red Monster

Looking for that big red that doesn't cost big bucks? This red blend is just that...this blend lends itself to cherry and ripened plum aromas followed by a big, full bodied mouth feel with hints of chocolate and spice. This definitely needs to "breath" for a minute before service. This would go awesome with a big juicy steak or even a peppered tuna would be great.

This huge wine is at a little price under $12

Opus One 2009

O.k. Bloggers, we received our last shipment of Opus one in. We only received one 6 pack case. In order for us to be fair, we are selling this first come, first serve. We are asking only one per customer. 

Again, we only have 6 bottles till the next vintage release.

If you have been waiting, now is your time to snag a bottle.

Jax Y3 Chardonnay

Such a wonderful Chardonnay! If you are looking for only subtle hints of oak and vanilla but wonderfully prominent fruit like green apple, pineapple, and peaches with touches of brown sugar, then this is one you don't want to miss.  Soft and elegant, a must have at just under $20.

Highway 12 Cabernet Sauvignon

Looking for a softer, more lush cab? Highway 12 would be the one! In at under $15, it is well worth a try.

Brutocao wines

Ok ya'll....we received these wines in....I know some of ya'll have been chomping at the bit for them to be back in stock...we have some limited quantities but we do have them....first come first serve on these

Meeting with Bob Cabral from Williams Selyem

I had the pleasure of meeting the winemaker from Williams Selyem Winery, Bob Cabral, today. It was an amazing to sit in on his seminar and to hear about the wines and winery that he has producing and working for since the late 90's. The winery specializes in making Pinot Noir and does a fabulous job at it.

From their A.V.A. wines to their single vineyard labels, each one shows the dedication and passion Bob has for the Pinot Noir.

If any of ya'll are interested in his wines, please let me know. I am only taking requests on his wines at this time. They are small production and limited quantities. The wines range in price from around $66 to $93ish.

Bacio Divino Pazzo

All I am going to say is CRAZY GOOD!

Under $25 which is crazy in itself!

Healdsburg Ranches "Unoaked" Chardonnay

After doing some research,  I have found an unoaked Chardonnay. Fermented in stainless steel, the wine has wonderful fresh citrus and tropical fruit on the nose. Beautiful crisp green apples and grapefruit flavors follow.

Wonderfully priced under $12....come in grab a few bottles!

Garagista

So last week, we had the pleasure of meeting Benoit Trocard.  He came in the store and showed us several of his family's wines. As he was telling us the stories of the wines and of his family history, he remarked that his family has been making wine for 400 years. It had floored me to hear such family history.

But in truth, I was humbled to know that I was tasting what 400 years of experience could produce.

What I found in all of his family's wines was absolute wonderful juice. But as usual one stuck out in the line up of about 7 that he brought.

Garagista-- How he described it was that the grapes were chosen from blocks of his family's vineyard that were the best of the best and then blended and bottled under this label.

This label is the showcase of his family's wines. It shows the flavor and complexity of what a wine should at under $18.

This is absolute must to try!

Chateau Franc La Rose

From the Trocard family is this wonderfully supple and bold wine from the right bank of Bordeaux. It is a must have! A 2005 vintage under $24 is a STEAL!

Petra Mareto IGT

Looking for something different? This wonderful blend of Merlot, Syrah, and Malbec offers a different take on what a Super Tuscan is. The juice is surely not going to disappoint. Easy to drink and under priced at $12.

Don't be embarrassed!

Well, start of a new work week for me and a fresh mind from the weekend's rest! I was thinking about what to post besides the normal wine recommendations and I thought I would touch base on shopping tips. I figured I would share a few thoughts that crossed my mind while working this last weekend. These come from things that I have heard and talked to some of ya'll about in the past and hope this will help those of you that haven't had this conversation with me yet.

In working with ya'll to find the perfect bottle, I hear a lot of people talking about not remembering what the name or label looks like. Or even when looking for a recommendations, I hear a lot of "I don't know wine speak". I want to make sure to try to clear the air and take the embarrassement out of coming in. Remember, I have been doing this for quite sometime now and can answer just about any kind of uncertain question that comes my way.

Tip #1--Can't remember a name or label? Take a picture with your cell phone. Most of us carry mobile phones today and those phones come standard with a camera in them mostly. I found that this is the easiest way to remember labels that I enjoy. We have so many things to remember in this day and age, that remembering a bottle of wine takes the back seat. Totally understandable. Utilize the technology that we already have on hand to make our everyday life easier. (I use my phone to help post on here when I find a wine that I want ya'll to know about right away).

Tip #2--Can't remember a name but remember what the label looks like? If you forget to take the picture with your phone but remember what the label looks like, we almost have it in the bag. My coworkers and I do a pretty good job at remembering a lot of labels and between all of us can pretty much figure out what you are describing. Don't sweat it!

Tip #3--Uncertain about how to describe what you like in wines that you have had and are unsure how to describe it to me? You would be amazed at how much you already know in describing wine. Don't under-estimate yourself. You know your tastebuds better than I do....but if you are still unsure, there are a couple of tips that I can suggest. 1) Take a big ol' whiff of the wine (don't be scared, stick your nose in the glass and get a big breath of what the wine smells like). I find swirling the wine in the glass before I do this helps release the aromas a little better. 2) When I go to taste the wine, I try to pay attention to the sensations that I get as soon as the wine hits my mouth. Everything from what aromas I am tasting to the feel of the wine as it goes from my lips to when I swallow. I try to notice everything that I can about the wine each time I take a sip because each sip changes.

Taft Street Pinot Noir

Are you a Pinot lover? The Taft Street Pinot Noir is something that definitely deserves to be tried. It brings elegant back to this varietal. With a wonderfully soft, lush mouth feel and delicious fruit, I would definitely recommend it!
Just under $20, it is a steal!

5 Points in from Fort Stockton

Check it out ya'll! Here are two wines that I an excited about! A cabernet and chardonnay that are definitely worth a try.
Both are 2011, but both (yes, even the cab) are ready to enjoy.
The chardonnay has wonderfully juicy apples and tropical fruit with a soft finish.
The cabernet on the other hand is big with dark cherry, black pepper, and cassis with a long finish.
Both wines are under $11, come in and get a bottle for the house and see why I recommend 'em.

Tohu Sauvignon Blanc

This New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc has wonderful passion fruit and herbal aromas that has wonderful tropical fruit and citrus in the mouth that gives in to a crisp clean finish.
Retailing under $11 is a steal for this wine!

El Portillo Malbec

So this is my all time favorite! The first time I had this was at Fogo de Chao. It was absolutely amazing. Not only for something to have by itself, but also with dinner and dessert. As a matter in fact, I remember having turtle cheesecake for dessert.
It was absolutely amazing, even remembering that meal almost 10 years later.
El Portillo is from the Bodegas Salentein in Argentina. The line of El Portillo is considered their entry level tier but it drinks amazingly well even today's vintage.
The wine is priced nicely under $9 a bottle.

Back in stock

Just came back in......know y'all been looking for Bliss and now we got it back in...

Von Stasser Diamond Mountain District

I can't not post about this. What a wonderfully big, in your face cab. And an intriguing fact on this wine is that they use a glass cork to minimize spoilage. Very innovative in not only ensuring a great bottle every time you open it but the juice inside guarantees to deliver as well.
Priced at just under $50, it is a steal!