Vintages New Release Collection – August 29, 2026

THE NEW RELEASE COLLECTION

AUSTRIA š WHITE WINE LAURENZ V. FORBIDDEN GRÜNER VELTLINER „ Niederösterreich, vegan

BEAUJOLAIS MOMMESSIN MARY & THOMAS BACHELDER LES PIERRES DORÉES BEAUJOLAIS BLANC AOC

Light straw yellow with silver highlights. Fresh yellow apple, a hint of mango and blossom honey. Slender, ripe pome fruit, delicate acidity, a fruity-sweet finish, light-footed and balanced, already well-developed. Score: 91 (Peter Moser, falstaŠ.com, June 29, 2026) OŠ-dry & Fruity 49090 (M) 750 ml $17.95 1 Featured in Book Club

This collaborative project blends Mommessin’s deep Beaujolais heritage with Mary and Thomas Bachelder’s renowned terroir-driven approach, elevating Beaujolais to new heights. Made with Chardonnay, this wine is taut and nervy with bright fruit and impressive finesse. Light & Crisp 48375 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 1 Featured in Book Club

BURGUNDY EDOUARD DELAUNAY SEPTEMBRE BOURGOGNE CHARDONNAY  AOC

CROATIA š WHITE WINE

KUTJEVO GRASEVINA „ Slavonia

Sourced from revered terroirs in Côte d’Or, Mâconnais and Chablis, this white Burgundy oŠers sensational value. Matured partly in barrel and partly in stainless steel, it oŠers complexity, depth and balance well beyond its price tag. In the glass, it evokes citrus, orchard blossoms, pineapple, hazelnut and melted butter with touches of barley sugar and white chocolate. Pair with grilled chicken or pork. Light & Crisp 49000 (XD) 750 ml $29.95 2

100% Grasevina. Ripe aromas of lemon curd with notes of yellow apple and kernel fruits, hits of savoury undertones. Refreshing and textured. Score: 91 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2026) Aromatic & Flavourful 519074 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1

FRANCE š WHITE WINE ALSACE VIEIL ARMAND ORIGINE PINOT BLANC  AOC

LOIRE CHATELAIN HARMONIE POUILLY FUMÉ AOC, sustainable

Chatelain has been family-owned since the 17th century. Vincent Chatelain, the current owner, represents the 11th generation to run the estate. This wine is 100% Sauvignon Blanc, with 80% of the grapes sourced from Kimmeridgian and Portlandian limestone vineyards and 20% from flinty clay. Bright, flinty and floral with attractive menthol notes, it will show best through 2029. Pair with fish, shellfish or creamy cheeses. Aromatic & Flavourful 50130 (XD) 750 ml $30.95 2

Fresh and quietly alluring, with subtle peach and lime flavors that glide across the palate. The acidity is clean and well-judged, giving the wine lift without sharpness. Easy, inviting, and perfectly suited as an aperitif, with enough charm and balance to keep it engaging from start to finish. Best Buy. Score: 90 (Aleks Zecevic, Wine Enthusiast, May 1, 2026) Light & Crisp 48640 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2

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