Vintages New Release Collection – August 2, 2025

THE NEW RELEASE COLLECTION

FRANCE – RED WINE CONT’D RHÔNE REMY FERBRAS CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2021 AP (Les Grandes Serres)

LOIRE JEAN-MAX ROGER LA GRANGE DÎMIÈRE SANCERRE ROSÉ 2024 AC

This Pinot Noir-based rosé is sourced from flinty soils and offers a buoyant, quite elegant experience. There’s plenty of lifted fruit, with strawberry and red berry prominently featured along with Sancerre’s unmistakable mineral character. An exuberant rosé that will evolve for another two years but is calling out to be enjoyed tonight with grilled shrimp, salmon, or a charcuterie board. Easygoing & Fruity 490813 (XD) 750 ml $30.95 2

Châteauneuf-du-Pape has a reputation as one of the finest wines in the world and is undoubtedly a perfect fit for fine dining, but don’t let that dissuade you from pouring the complex red fruit and spice in this one at a barbecue with hamburgers, grilled mushroom burgers or grilled ribs. Drink into early 2030s. Full-bodied & Smooth 15184 (XD) 750 ml $50.95 2

RHONÉA LES CONFLUENCES VINSOBRES 2022 AC

PROVENCE UP ULTIMATE PROVENCE ROSÉ 2024 AP Côtes de Provence There is a lovely concentration to this wine that lends depth and presence that makes it stand out among the rosé pack. It vibrates with raspberry and blood orange, both lifted with springtime blossoms, while savory with peppercorn and a suggestion of thyme. Score: 93 (Brian Freedman, tastingpanelmag.com, May/June 2025) Medium-bodied & Dry 14833 (XD) 750 ml $31.95 1

This wine is a blend of 50% Syrah, 43% Grenache and 7% Mourvèdre, boasting a delectable nose of ripe wild strawberry, blackberry, wild thyme and black peppercorn. The palate is as delicious in profile, supported by good tannin structure and acidity. The palate offers additional savory layers of black licorice, and black mushroom, with cassis that emerges again along its satisfyingly long finish. Enjoy its deliciousness now with proper aeration. Best Buy. [Drink through 2032.] Score: 92 (Anna- Christina Cabrales, Wine Enthusiast , Sept. 1, 2024) Medium-bodied & Fruity 43748 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 2 Featured as our Wine of the Month

RHÔNE DOMAINE DES CARTERESSES TAVEL 2024 AC (Les Vignerons de Tavel & Lirac)

FRANCE – ROSÉ WINE

NOUVELLE VAGUE ORGANIC ROSÉ 2024 France, sustainable (Hecht & Bannier)

Tavel is famous for its robust, colourful, flavourful rosés. This one always delivers impressive red fruit and berry, with nuanced citrus and mineral undertones. Expect a richly textured, versatile wine that will make fast friends with a wide range of summer foods including green salads, grilled herbed chicken breast or grilled seafood. Medium-bodied & Dry 739474 (XD) 750 ml $20.95 1

An organic Grenache rosé that’s bright, fun and lively, with crunchy fresh fruit. A tangy delight for grilled fare across the board. Try chicken, ribs, grilled stuffed peppers, salads or grilled pizza. A versatile, inviting wine. Easygoing & Fruity 43530 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 1 4 Organic product

36 VINTAGES SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 2025