Wine Cellar

Benvenuto Brunello 2022 held in late February 2022 in New York City was a celebration of the “2022 Release of New Vintages” – Brunello di Montalcino 2017, Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016, and Rosso di Montalcino 2020. Fifty-three wineries presented an impressive selection of 156 wines available for tasting. During an informative (and very tasty) 3-hour presentation, we learned more about the nuances of what makes Montalcino such a special wine region.

Bring on the "romance" with Château de Berne, Romance Rosé 2020, made in Provence, France and imported by the Provence Rosé Group. This gorgeously presented and elegant rosé has lovely floral, fresh fruit, and berry notes on the nose and palate that whisper "romance" so grab a bottle (or two) and celebrate your perfect romance. Sante!

It’s summertime, the perfect time to "drink pink" although this luscious Inspiration, Château de Berne, Côtes de Provence, 2020 made in Provence, France and imported by the Provence Rosé Group, would be lovely at any time of the year. Winemaker Alexis Cornu has created a gorgeous rosé with a rich salmon-rose color with an enticing flavor profile that is perfect to enjoy on its own or to pair with food.

Rosé wines are the perfect Summer wine, and Summer in the Hamptons and the South of France are the makings of dreams, which was the inspiration for the award-winning Hampton Water Rosé 2020 created by Rock Musician Jon Bon Jovi, his son Jesse Bongiovi, and French Winemaker Gérard Bertrand, that deftly captures the essence of both. Hampton Water Rosé is a gorgeous rosé made in the South of France that is perfect to enjoy with friends on a Summer evening …

Summer is on its way and our thoughts turn to farmers markets and organic food and wine. Vento Di Mare Pinot Grigio made with organic grapes in Sicily and produced and bottled by Cantine Ermes is perfect to drink on its own, pair with food, or use in cocktail and culinary recipes. The wine has a crisp minerality with pear and citrus notes on the palate, and is only 12.5% alcohol, making it a perfect lighter wine choice for summer. …

We took our taste buds to Sicily with Vento Di Mare Nero d’Avola certified organic wine produced by Cantine Ermes. Spring is here and it is the perfect opportunity to think, drink, and eat healthy, so we decided to try organic wine. Nero d’Avola is an indigenous grape that makes Sicily its home, and the Vento Di Mare Nero d’Avola is a rich, dark red wine with an aromatic nose and layers of flavors on the palate. Saluti!

VARA Winery & Distillery located in Albuquerque, New Mexico has a diverse and delectable selection of wines imported from Spain that go beyond the standard offerings. We love their Vara Garnacha 2018, a flavorful blend of Garnacha, Tempranillo, and Syrah grapes that is absolutely delicious. Juicy, fruit forward, currant, cocoa notes, and a slightly spicy finish, this is another great wine to experience. Cheers!

Looking to expand your white wine horizons for 2021 and go beyond the usual chardonnay, sauvignon blanc or pinot grigio? We just "discovered" VARA Viura 2018 imported from Spain and bottled by VARA in Albuquerque, New Mexico, which is a sumptuously delectable blend of Viura, Muscat of Alexandria, and Albarino grapes. The VARA Viura 2018, Vino Blanco Español, is a dry, crisp white wine with lush green apple, citrus, and mineral notes. With only 13.2% alcohol by volume, it is …

Winter has arrived in the Northern Hemisphere and with it our desire for bold red wines and hearty culinary recipes. We love the VARA Tempranillo 2018 Español imported from Spain and bottled by VARA in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A delectable blend of tempranillo and garnacha grapes provide the wine with a nice balance of body, structure, and incredible layers of flavors. The Vara Tempranillo 2018 Español is delicious to drink on its own or enjoyed with food. Cheers!

The holidays will soon be knocking at our doors and there is nothing more festive than offering your guests a welcome glass of bubbly, in this case, cava (sparkling wine from Spain) to start the festivities off on an elegant note. We were delighted to "discover" VARA Silverhead Brut, Cava Método Tradicional, which is an elegant and delicious Cava D.O. whether served by itself or used as a complementing component in cocktails. Cheers!