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$17.95
Alen Bibich has long been one of our favorite wine producers in Croatia. Located in the Skradin part of Northern Dalmatia, his lithe, minerally reds have a freshness uncommon to the Read More...
reds from the more famous growing areas to the south. The R6 is a roughly equal blend of native red varieties Babich, Plavina, and Lasin aged 12 months in new American oak. All are part of the large Zinfandel family of grapes native to the region. Under 13% alcohol, the wine is lifted and high toned despite the time spent in barrel. Starting with a gentle nose of cherry kirsch and tobacco, the wines is elegant but also savage, reminiscent of red wines of the Veneto or even old school Chianti. Exceptionally food friendly this will pair with anything from goat cheese to smoked meats.
$11.95
Although wine has been made in Croatia since the time of the Ancient Greeks, the Croatian wine industry really took off after the Republic of Croatia declared its independence from Read More...
Yugoslavia in 1991. Croatia’s best known red wine is made from the Plavac Mali grape, a relative of Zinfandel. The Dingac Winery is located on the southern slopes of the Peljesac Peninsula along Croatia’s Dalmatian coast. The 2010 Peljesac (100% Plavac Mali) displays the dark berry fruit and mild spiciness of a California Zin without the heaviness or high alcohol found in some from the Golden State. On the nose you find spice, black pepper and blackberry notes which lead to sweet cherry fruit and light spice in the mouth. This is a fruit forward, uncomplicated red with the flavors of a Zin and the body of a Beaujolais Village. The slight hint of sweetness on the finish makes this a good red to serve with cheese and crackers. It will also go well with burgers, pizza, grilled sausages and
barbecued chicken.
barbecued chicken.
$7.95
This medium to full-bodied red was made in the Dealurile Munteniei region of Romania from 100% Feteasca Neagra, an indigenous grape variety also known as Black Maiden. It has a dark Read More...
color with hints of bramble or forest on the nose; in the mouth you find good fruit with flavors of black cherries and plums and a subtle minerality on the dry finish. Serve this flavorful red with burgers, lamb stew, grilled sausages and pasta with meat sauce.
$34.95
Full-bodied and well-balanced with smooth tannins, this wine is packed with flavors of dried strawberry, raspberry licorice, and hints of wild game. Enjoy with grilled and cured meats, Read More...
hard cheeses and pizza.
Grgic Vina was established in 1996 by legendary Napa Valley winemaker, Croation-born Miljenko "Mike" Grgich, and his daughter, Violet. The winery is just north of the historic walled city Dubrovnik in the southern Dalmatian wine region. Mike started the winery to produce the finest wines from native Dalmatian grapes.
When Mike Grgich came to the Napa Valley in 1958 to make wine, he noticed a remarkable resemblance between the Zinfandel and Plavac Mali of his native Croatia. Some 35 years later, Mike worked with scientists at University of California, Davis to prove that Zinfandel was actually Crljenak Kaštelanski, a grape native to Croatia and parent of Plavac Mali.
Grgic Vina was established in 1996 by legendary Napa Valley winemaker, Croation-born Miljenko "Mike" Grgich, and his daughter, Violet. The winery is just north of the historic walled city Dubrovnik in the southern Dalmatian wine region. Mike started the winery to produce the finest wines from native Dalmatian grapes.
When Mike Grgich came to the Napa Valley in 1958 to make wine, he noticed a remarkable resemblance between the Zinfandel and Plavac Mali of his native Croatia. Some 35 years later, Mike worked with scientists at University of California, Davis to prove that Zinfandel was actually Crljenak Kaštelanski, a grape native to Croatia and parent of Plavac Mali.
$24.98
This crisp, dry wine offers a trip to the Mediterranean in a glass with citrus, almonds, ripe melon and savory herbs. Match its refreshing acidity and flavors with fresh seafood and Read More...
light cheeses.
Grgic Vina was established in 1996 by legendary Napa Valley winemaker, Croatian-born Miljenko "Mike" Grgich and his daughter, Violet. The winery is just north of the historic walled city Dubrovnik in the southern Dalmatian wine region. Mike started the winery to produce the finest wines from native Dalmatian grapes, and he concentrates on crafting Croatia's very best varietals: Posip and Plavac Mali.
Grgic Vina was established in 1996 by legendary Napa Valley winemaker, Croatian-born Miljenko "Mike" Grgich and his daughter, Violet. The winery is just north of the historic walled city Dubrovnik in the southern Dalmatian wine region. Mike started the winery to produce the finest wines from native Dalmatian grapes, and he concentrates on crafting Croatia's very best varietals: Posip and Plavac Mali.
$19.95
Kabaj is located in the sun kissed Goriška Brda hills of Western Slovenia, neighbor to Collio, Italy. Their 29 acres of hand tended mature vines are planted to deep Marl soils left Read More...
behind by an ancient sea. All wines are fermented slowly with native yeast and complete malolactic fermentation. Ravan is a proprietary name for the grape variety formerly known as Tocai Friulano.
$14.95
Owner/winemaker Franci Cvetko takes responsibility for his
wines by putting his thumbprint over the words Mea Culpa (my fault)
on the label. He likes elegant whites with good fruit Read More...
balanced by
refreshing crispness.
Wine & Spirits Magazine 91 points: “...a pinot gris with clean flavors of the grape, this layers pears and whetstone scents with pale wheat. It’s lush and creamy while holding to freshness. Serve this cellar temperature with an oyster pan roast.” Or serve it chilled (but not ice cold) with appetizers, fish and poultry.
Kogl is located in the Podravje region of Slovenia, near Hungary and Croatia and not far from Austria. The Kogl farm lies on a gentle hill above Velika Nedelja, site of an important military victory in 1199. Grapes have been grown at this estate since at least 1542. Located between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, the Podravje region is a particularly good area for growing grapes.
Wine & Spirits Magazine 91 points: “...a pinot gris with clean flavors of the grape, this layers pears and whetstone scents with pale wheat. It’s lush and creamy while holding to freshness. Serve this cellar temperature with an oyster pan roast.” Or serve it chilled (but not ice cold) with appetizers, fish and poultry.
Kogl is located in the Podravje region of Slovenia, near Hungary and Croatia and not far from Austria. The Kogl farm lies on a gentle hill above Velika Nedelja, site of an important military victory in 1199. Grapes have been grown at this estate since at least 1542. Located between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, the Podravje region is a particularly good area for growing grapes.
$11.95
Kogl is the name of a vine-covered hill located in the northeast corner of Slovenia near the borders with Hungary and Croatia and not very far from Austria where the Cvetko family Read More...
chose to locate their winery in 1983. Their 2011 Belo white is a blend of estate grown Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay vinified under cool temperatures in stainless steel. It is very aromatic with exotic floral notes and hints of guava and passion fruit. In the mouth you find pear, nectarine and peach flavors balanced by good acidity. The wine is delicate, lively and finishes dry. It will accompany appetizers, cheese, mild chicken or fish dishes and vegetarian entrées. The 1 Liter bottle is closed with a screw cap. Great value and very limited availability.
$69.98
The “Les 7” moniker refers to the fact this Champagne is fashioned from no less than seven grape varieties—Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Arbanne, Petit Meslier, Pinot Blanc Read More...
and Fromenteau (Pinot Gris). The grapes are all planted together in a three-acre, biodynamically farmed vineyard and are all harvested and pressed together before vinification in barrel. This is a rolling multi-vintage blend consisting of two-thirds 2008 with the balance drawn from 2005-2007. Disgorged in January of this year, the wine is still tightly coiled but we were able to discern faint aromas of citrus blossoms, green melons and mint wafting up from our flutes. This cerebral, bone-dry Champagne showcases highly charged lime and tangerine taste impressions that are firmly supported with a stony undercarriage. Its lively acidity propels a kinetic finish that just won’t quit. A true rock-licker’s delight, this Champagne works true gustatory magic when paired with oysters or scallops.
$14.95
From the country of Macedonia, this stunning Pinot is named for
Alexander the Great (the original “Macedon”), and hails from an
area noted as the “cross-roads of the ancient world, Read More...
Alexander the Great (the original “Macedon”), and hails from an
area noted as the “cross-roads of the ancient world, Read More...
and the birthplace
of wine”. It originates in Gradsko, sharing the same latitude band as
Burgundy and Russian River Valley. The 40+ year old vines grow where
two major weather fronts collide: the Aral Mountain continental and the
Greek Aegean, yielding virtually no rain and consistent wind. The result
is a wine of terrific elegance and complexity, rich yet linear; pretty,
but with depth and power.
of wine”. It originates in Gradsko, sharing the same latitude band as
Burgundy and Russian River Valley. The 40+ year old vines grow where
two major weather fronts collide: the Aral Mountain continental and the
Greek Aegean, yielding virtually no rain and consistent wind. The result
is a wine of terrific elegance and complexity, rich yet linear; pretty,
but with depth and power.
$19.98
The Milos winery is located on the beautiful mountainous peninsula of Peljesac, just outside the ancient town of Ston. Plavac Mali (the result of a crossing of the original Zinfandel vine, Crljenak, Read More...
and another Croatian red, Dobricic) is the principal red grape variety grown in Croatia. Milos has some of the best vineyard sites on the peninsula -- steep limestone slopes looking down on the Adriatic sea.
The 2008 has a nose of red roses, autumn leaves and mushrooms giving way to rich red and black fruit flavors and well rounded tannins. Frano Milos uses natural yeast fermentation and ages the wine for 12 months in neutral Slavonian oak followed by 24 months bottle aging before release.
The 2008 has a nose of red roses, autumn leaves and mushrooms giving way to rich red and black fruit flavors and well rounded tannins. Frano Milos uses natural yeast fermentation and ages the wine for 12 months in neutral Slavonian oak followed by 24 months bottle aging before release.
$15.95
Montenegro is a small country across the Adriatic from Southern Italy. There is a long tradition of viticulture in Montenegro dating back to at least the second century BC.
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br />Vranac is an ancient red grape varietal native to the Balkans. It is widely assumed that it is a relative of Plavac Mali (Croatia) which is the descendent of a naturally occurring hybrid of Zinfandel (Crljenak Kastelanski) and Dobricic. Like Plavac and Zinfandel, Vranac displays a dark ruby color and a fairly full body. The Pro Corde by Plantaze Winery is a reserve quality example of an extremely well-made Vranac.
This crowd pleaser sports a deep, almost purple color with deep rich black fruit flavors. Black berries and supple cherry tones dominate the aromas, bursting into a pleasurable harmonious experience on the palate. At the same time there are smoky or savory elements, like some Rhone reds. This is great with cheese, smoked meats, sausages, grilled vegetables and, of course, a nice cut of steak.
This crowd pleaser sports a deep, almost purple color with deep rich black fruit flavors. Black berries and supple cherry tones dominate the aromas, bursting into a pleasurable harmonious experience on the palate. At the same time there are smoky or savory elements, like some Rhone reds. This is great with cheese, smoked meats, sausages, grilled vegetables and, of course, a nice cut of steak.
$10.95
In 1998, the Zniber family created the first controlled appellation of origin in Morocco in the Guerrouane region. Its a blend of Carignan, Cinsault and Alicante-Bouchet grapes and Read More...
the winemaking ties to France.
Amazigh is dark red in color yet light in body. It’s described as ‘a soft full bodied red with jammy black currant fruit.”
Amazigh is dark red in color yet light in body. It’s described as ‘a soft full bodied red with jammy black currant fruit.”
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