Subtle strawberry, candied ginger, fresh flowers and hints of mint and minerals. Light, crisp and refreshing.
2009 Clos Cibonne ... $16 / $60
Côtes de Provence
Provence
France
kloh see-bohn
90% Tibouren, 10% Grenache
Fascinating and exotic, exhibiting an deft balance of subtle strawberry, persimmon, spices, minty herbs and smokey minerals. Very silky with notable weight on the palate.
2010 Rosa del Golfo ... $10 / $35
Salento
Puglia
Italy
90% Negroamaro, 10% Malvasia Nera
Soft, round and silky, showing strawberry, lemon, rhubarb, mint, flowers and minerals with a fruit-focused finish.
2009 Vinum Cellars ... $8 / $27
California
USA
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vibrant nose of candied cherry, watermelon and strawberry. Smooth and slippery, with a long fruity finish.
Lots of bubbles in this spicy, delightful shiraz. Black cherry, black raspberry and notes of licorice and coffee.
NV Patrick Bottex - "La Cueille" ... $13 / $42
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Bugey-Cerdon
Ain
France
pah-treek boh-tex - lah kwee-yee
100% Gamay
Explosive aromas of ripe watermelon, kiwi and strawberry. Refreshingly sweet, with gushing fruit flavors and ripe, racy acidity. Fantastic, unusual and amazingly drinkable wine.
NV Gruet Brut ... $10 / $36
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New Mexico
USA
groo-AY
100% Pinot Noir
Vibrant flavors of strawberry, raspberry and kiwi. Bone-dry on the palate, with a touch of yeast that keeps it honest.
NV Schloss Gobelsburg Brut Reserve ... $75
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Sophisticated and complex, showing delicate floral notes, white peach, pear and honeysuckle on the nose. Rich palate with flavors reminiscent of fresh buttered scone, star fruit and apricot. Brilliant and fine mousse.