We simply can't get enough of the 2019 Chacra Barda Pinot Noir. Every time we bring in ten or so cases, it's one of those wines that just flies off the shelves. Of course, that's because everyone that buys a bottle comes back wanting more because it's so special and reasonably priced at $22.99 Who would have thought that such a special Pinot Noir would come from Argentina? More specifically from Patagonia where the cool climate makes it perfect for Pinot Noir. Combine that with the arid conditions that eliminate most vineyard diseases and the terroir is just perfect. Add...

The Montepeloso a Quo has long been one of my personal favorite everyday Tuscan red wines. I am sure I have tasted at least ten vintages over the years. It is a blend of Montepulciano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Marselan, and Alicante from Maremma, and in the 2017 vintage is just a fabulous wine for only $17.99. Medium-bodied, dry, with loads and loads of black and blue fruits, beautiful floral notes and a sumptuous finish - it is such a pleasure to drink - you'll find yourself opening a second bottle or a third. James Suckling agrees with us, saying: "Aromas...

If you ever need an illustration for the concept of terroir as it applies to wine, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is the perfect illustration. The best examples are absolutely unmistakable - intense red grapefruit, gooseberry, and passionfruit on the nose, vibrant acidity, almost tongue tingling on the palate. No other Sauvignon Blancs taste quite like them. The 2019 Nautilus Sauvignon Blanc is the most highly rated wine in James Suckling's annual article covering New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs – and it is only $13.99! It is a terrific value and here is what he has to say about it: "Some attractive...

Earlier this year, we bought a large allotment of 2018 Domaine de la Madonne Beaujolais and it absolutely flew off the shelves because everyone who tasted it loved it - and it was so affordable. Well, this is just as good and even more affordable! Beaujolais gets a bad rap because of Beaujolais Nouveau – deservedly so - but well-made beaujolais can be among the best value wines in the world and certainly an affordable introduction to red Burgundies. The 2019 Domaine de la Madonne Beaujolais-Villages "le Perreon", only $12.99 (!), is absolutely fabulous - bright red fruit (raspberries, strawberries,...

The 2018 Chateau e la Negly la Clape la Cote, a blend of Rhone grapes from the Languedoc, is the perfect red wine for summer sipping. Bright red fruit, silky tannins, enough weight to make it interesting without being heavy, it is best served slightly chilled (say 60 degrees). It is just so delicious and unpretentious. Perfect for dinner on the patio or a picnic or with cold roast chicken or even chicken salad. And The Wine Advocate agrees with us, rating it 91 points, saying: "The 2018 La Clape La Cote is loaded with sexy raspberry fruit, spiced up...