2003
Chardonnay
Richmond Plains

Purchase 2003
Chardonnay
Richmond Plains

The Holmes family vineyard has been tended organically since its inception. The region’s cool climate, with long summer days and cold, crisp winters combine to create ideal grape growing conditions. Together with a commitment to organic methods, these conditions have resulted in elegant white wines and well-structured and balanced medium bodied reds.

The 2003 Chardonnay Creamy reveals peach aromas with a touch of soft lemon while the flavors are predominately character and structure based rather than big and fruity. The full, easy drinking style has a flinty mineral backbone with soft peach and spice based flavors. The long elegant finish rounds out another great value fine wine from Richmond Plains.

Nelson
100% Chardonnay

Alcohol Content: 13%

AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK NOW!

Purchase 2003
Chardonnay
Richmond Plains

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2001
Rioja
Magister Bibendi
Navarrsotillo -- Made from a special selection of older vines and matured in american and french oak for 4-6 mos, this wine displays deep cherry hues with hints of burgundy. A complex aroma of red fruits with a bit of licorice influence from oak aging, it is excellent and smooth on the palate. A more serious red than the younger and simpler Noemus from this pioneer organic winery in Rioja. Spain deserves some recognition for a long tradition of heart warming wines now elaborated in high tech facilities. The result is convincing. If you have a chance, go visit the Bodegas Navarsotillo, you will be greeted by big smiles and open hearts, and ...lots of wines to taste! What a treat!DOC Rioja Alcohol Content: 13% AGING POTENTIAL : 2 to 4 years

2004
Rioja
Comisatio
Bodegas Navarrsotillo -- Made from a special selection of older vines and matured in american and french oak for 4-6 mos, this wine displays deep cherry hues with hints of burgundy. A complex aroma of red fruits with a bit of licorice influence from oak aging, it is excellent and smooth on the palate. A more serious red than the younger and simpler Noemus from this pioneer organic winery in Rioja. Spain deserves some recognition for a long tradition of heart warming wines now elaborated in high tech facilities. The result is convincing. If you have a chance, go visit the Bodegas Navarsotillo, you will be greeted by big smiles and open hearts, and ...lots of wines to taste! What a treat!DOC Rioja Alcohol Content: 13% AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK BEFORE 2010

2004
Rosso Toscano
Casina di Cornia -- Casina di Cornia is a small estate situated in the heart of the Tuscan hills of Italy. The vineyards exposed to the southwest are planted with the grape varieties of the Chianti: Sangiovese & Canaiolo for the red wine, and Trebbiano & Malvasia for the white.Since 1980, the estate has been cultivated according to the methods of organic agriculture. In order for the wine to maintain its genuine quality and perfume, intervention on the grapes and wine are kept to a minimum. This begins with a pruning policy which reduces the average yield to just 50hl/hectare. During harvest, in order to avoid bruising the fruit, grapes are collected by hand in small crates. In the cellar, the vinification is conducted with accurate control of temperature and oxidation.For the past 12 years, Casina di Cornia has been a member ECOCERT, an independent organic certification agency. In addition, the estate co-founded “Coordinamento Toscano Produttori Biologici,” an Italian cooperative of organic wine producers . . .

2005
Rioja
Noemus
Navarrsotillo

Good Value!
Wine&Spirits -- Spain is finally present in our portfolio through this unpretentious but very balanced Rioja. The vivacious wild berry aroma lives up to its promise here, leading into a sweet red cherry flavor perked up by crisp acidity. Perfect with lamb chops off the grill! DOC Rioja 60% Tempranillo, 20% Garnacha, 20% Mazuelo Alcohol Content: 14% AGING POTENTIAL : 1 to 2 years

2006
Syrah
Domaine des Cèdres -- Domaine des Cèdres is located in a small commune in France's Southern Rhône Valley. Often called a "Blessed Region," the Rhône Valley is in a climate that is ideal for grape growing. The vineyard features several plots on hillsides which have a stony, clayey and calcareous soil which are friendly to vines and little else. The stones absorb the hot summer sun and then reflect warmth onto the vines at night. The climate is Mediterranean, although the Mistral, a cold northerly wind that can endure for days on end, is a feature of the Southern Rhône. The dry Mistral winds, however, minimize vine disease and dry out the vineyard if hit with summer rains.Domaine des Cèdres winemaker, Dominique Pons, is a true pioneer of organic viticulture. He has been into organic winemaking for at least 20 years, and was one of the first in the Côtes-du-Rhône AOC to go organic. In addition, he's been studying and applying the principles of Biodynamic farming at Domaine des Cèdres for several years, and is . . .

2005
Barbera del Monferrato
Nuova Cappelletta

Easy-going Italian! -- Our latest addition from Italy is getting a warm welcome! Light, fruity, it is a no-nonsense approach to the good italian Way of Life!AGING POTENTIAL : 2 to 3 years

2002
Limoux,
Domaine Delmas -- Domaine Delmas is produced at the property of Domaine la Batteuse, a 50 acre, family owned vineyard that has grown considerably over the past 20 years. It is located in the tiny village of Antugnac, about 45 minutes from the famous city of Carcassonne. Grape growing is the only economic resource of the village, which has just 250 inhabitants, and 4 producers. The microclimate is ideal for growing white grapes. The vines are planted on clay, calcareous slopes exposed to the south or southwest. The Domaine Delmas AOC Limoux is a handcrafted labor of love. The freshly pressed white wine is immediately put into 2-3 year old French oak barrels, where it is left in contact with the fine lees and stirred every 8 days for 12 months. The breeding on fine lees with a regular batonnage (gentle agitation of the wine, which puts the yeasts back in suspension) makes it possible to exploit all the aromatic potential of the grapes. The advantage of making the wine in oak barrels is the possibility of . . .

2004
Bourgogne Chardonnay
Guy Chaumont

Simply Classic! -- Guy Chaumont produces wines from vineyards on the Côte Chalonnaise, a low ridge in the southern part of France’s famous Burgundy region. Côte Chalonnaise now merits its own appellation to distinguish these wines from other Burgundys.The Chaumont eight acre estate is quite small, like many local vineyards. Guy took over seventeen years ago from his father, who had converted to organic growing ten years earlier out of concern for the family’s health. Their vineyard is certified organic by Ecocert, one of the official certifying agencies. Grapes are fertilized and protected from pests naturally, without synthetic chemical sprays.This wine is a classic white burgundy with rich, buttery apple and melon fruit and a long smooth finish. Aged in old and new oak.AOC Bourgogne100% Chardonnay!Alcohol Content: 12% AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK BEFORE 2010

2005
Muscadet
Château de la Fessardière

Good Deal! -- Alexis Sauvion is a very dedicated man. To the Earth, to his vineyard, to a certain idea and ideal of how man needs to find his place and balance among the living organisms, plants and animals, he is supposed to care for. Following Biodynamic principles he has patiently created and developed a well proportioned vineyard (60 acres) producing equally balanced wines. Grapes are always hand picked.Remarkable Muscadet from a forward thinker of the region. A light and dry wine with pleasant acidic balance. An easy marriage with seafood or pasta.VEGANAOC Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur Lie 100% Melon de Bourgogne Alcohol Content: 12%AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK NOW! Tech Sheet

2006
Chardonnay
Delmas -- A very aromatic Chardonnay from the Limoux area in southern France. Bright, stony fruit flavors of green apple and citrus enhanced by characteristic mineral undertones typical of Limoux wines. The finish is clean and crisp. Very well made wine at an irresistible price.Vin de Pays d'OcVEGANAlcohol Content: 12%AGING POTENTIAL : 2 to 3 years Tech Sheet

2005
Muscadet sur lie
Guy Bossard

With oysters! -- Guy Bossard is another of those winegrowers who converted to certified organic methods for health reasons, after his father became very ill from agro-chemicals. Certified since 1975, he now produces one of the best ranges of wines in the Muscadet region, organic or otherwise, from just a little over 50 acres. Grapes are always hand picked and shire horses are used to plough the oldest plots.Excellent Muscadet from one of the top producers in the region. A light, very dry wine with a slight spritz. Good intense fruit flavors from fermenting “on lees.” Its tart citrus-like acidity refreshes and pleases the palate. From the French Atlantic seacoast, it is a perfect choice for lighter meals or as an aperitif.VEGANAOC Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur Lie; 100% Melon de BourgogneAlcohol Content: 12%AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK NOW!

2005
Gewurztraminer
Eugene Meyer
Alsace -- Eugene Meyer has a great reputation as a winemaker in Alsace and this wine as well as his Riesling are great examples of his mastery. The fruit is explosive, the sweetness delicate! What a great finish to go with a nice dessert!Alcohol Content: 12.5% AGING POTENTIAL: 3 to 4 years

2006
Sauvignon Blanc
Nuevo Mundo -- A wonderfully pleasant Sauvignon Blanc, not overly herbaceous but with a refreshing and delicate aroma of meadow and green tea. On the palate, soft flavors of honeydew melon, gooseberry and lime are backed by nuances of wildflower and sweet herbs. The finish is fresh and bright. A versatile style of Sauvignon Blanc that pairs well with anything. Try with puree of sweet pea soup, with Dungeness crab to pizza with pesto and Chevre cheese. Alcohol:13%Aging Potential: 2 to 3 years

2004
Sauvignon Blanc
Richmond Plains

A grassy vintage! -- The Holmes family vineyard has been tended organically since its inception. The region’s cool climate, with long summer days and cold, crisp winters combine to create ideal grape growing conditions. Together with a commitment to organic methods, these conditions have resulted in elegant white wines and well-structured and balanced medium bodied reds.The 2004 Sauvignon Blanc is an intense wine that combines passion fruit, and lighter gooseberry flavors in an elegant wine. Clean and sharp without agressivity, it presents a nice balance. Nelson 100% Sauvignon Blanc Alcohol Content: 13% AGING POTENTIAL : DRINK UNTIL 2009