Vintages New Release Collection – July 19, 2025

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RHÔNE DOMAINE BRUNELY CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2022 AC, sustainable

ROUSSILLON LAFAGE NARASSA 2022 IGP Côtes Catalanes

A dense and creamy red with generous fruit character. It expresses notes of blackberries, currants, dried herbs, pebbles and charred bark on the nose, following through to a full body with plush tannins. Textural and dense with plenty of sweet cherry character and sweet spices on the finish. Drink or hold. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, May 9, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 483313 (D) 750 mL $24.95 2

The 2022 Châteauneuf-du-Pape displays alluring licorice, black cherry, black plum and dried herb aromas. Hitting the palate with solid flavor concen- tration balanced by sufficiently high acidity, the 2022 is a full-bodied red that’s quite open-knit. It consists of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah. Drinking window: 2024-2035. Score: 91 (Nicolas Greinacher, vinous.com, June 13, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 43524 (XD) 750 mL $49.95 2

FRANCE – ROSÉ WINE LANGUEDOC GÉRARD BERTRAND CÔTE DES ROSES ROSÉ 2024 AP Languedoc

RHONÉA TRADITION RASTEAU 2021 AP (Cave de Rasteau) This is ripe, lush Rasteau, with ripe dark cherries and plums seasoned with black pepper, rosemary, and lavender leaves. The palate has a comforting sense of fullness and warmth, with very fine but drying tannins and supple yet balanced acids. The finish is warm and fruit-forward. Tasted June 2024. Score: 89 (Megha Jandhyala, winealign.com) Full-bodied & Smooth 998716 (XD) 750 mL $19.95 2

Always a welcome sight on Vintages shelves (not to mention the dinner table), this blend of Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault is vibrant and complex, with a range of red fruit tones married beautifully to melon, peach, orange blossom and honeysuckle notes. Chill and enjoy with grilled chicken, mildly spiced ribs, summer salads, or pepper-potato-zucchini- marinated-tofu skewers. Medium-bodied & Dry 490912 (XD) 1500 mL $38.95 1 Featured in Bring the Heat

PROVENCE CAVES D’ESCLANS WHISPERING

ANGEL ROSÉ 2024 AC Côtes de Provence (Sacha Lichine)

SAINT-DESIRAT TRADITION SAINT-JOSEPH 2023 AP, vegan

A well-rounded, focused and delicious rosé showing dried raspberries, frozen strawberries and mild spices on the nose. Medium-bodied with bright acidity. Balanced and driven, with a lively center palate and a persistent, flavorful finish. Drink now. Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, March 3, 2025) Medium-bodied & Dry 491019 (XD) 1500 mL $64.95 1 10145 (XD) 3000 mL $184.95 1 Online & Flagship Exclusive

Based on Syrah, this supple wine offers attractive black fruit, licorice and fresh mint along with subtle gamey and smoky notes. Classically styled and perfect for the dining table. Medium-bodied & Fruity 342980 (XD) 750 mL $31.95 2 Online & Flagship Exclusive

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