Vintages New Release Collection – June 20, 2026

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LEBANON RED WINE

VENETO TEZZA VALPOLICELLA RIPASSO VALPANTENA SUPERIORE DOC, sustainable, vegan

CHÂTEAU KSARA CUVÉE SPÉCIALE CABERNET SAUVIGNON Bekaa Valley Founded by Jesuit priests in 1857, Château Ksara is one of the oldest and finest wineries in Lebanon. Alongside the characterful Cabernet cassis and dark fruit, this wine has complex leather, spice and vanilla notes. Rich, refined and balanced. Decant for an hour, then serve it up with grilled meats. Enjoy through 2030. [Berliner Wein Trophy did not include a tasting note.] Score: Gold (Berliner Wein Trophy, 2023) Full-bodied & Smooth 48360 (XD) 750 ml $25.95 2

A very good Valpolicella that shows richness of fruit and hints of chocolate, hibiscus and pine cones. Juicy and nicely sweet-sour on the palate, with firm tannins and a lengthy finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now or hold. Score: 92 (Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com, Nov. 20, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 25823 (XD) 750 ml $27.95 2 4 Organic product

ITALY ROSÉ WINE EMILIA ROMAGNA UMBERTO CESARI COSTA DI ROSE ROSÉ IGT Rubicone This has a floral nose of ripe nectarines, pink cherries and rose petals. The wine has a core of delicious fruit with a sleek and creamy texture. It’s easygoing but very attractive. Drink now. Score: 90 (jamessuckling.com, June 26, 2025) Easygoing & Fruity 21608 (D) 750 ml $20.95 1 VENEZIE SANTA MARGHERITA ROSÉ ‡ IGT Trevenezie This is a fun, intriguing blend of Chardonnay from mountain sites in Trentino, Sauvignon Blanc from near the Adriatic Sea, and Pinot Nero (a.k.a. Pinot Noir) from Veneto. It’s crafted to be super food-friendly and have a broad appeal. Bright, fresh, and easy to enjoy, with tangy red berry. It will go well with grilled veggie-and-mushroom skewers. Easygoing & Fruity 25752 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 1

PORTUGAL WHITE WINE

VIDIGUEIRA ANTÃO VAZ DOC Alentejo

100% Antao Vaz. A fabulous bouquet of peach, pear and green apple with a soupçon of wild herbs and blossom to lift. Tangy and tense with a bite of saline vitality. Value. Score: 95 (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2025) Aromatic & Flavourful 50928 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2 Featured as our Wine of the Month

PORTUGAL RED WINE

FALUA SMUGGLERIST TINTO ‚ Vinho Regional Tejo Floral and fruity on the nose followed by a complex, engaging palate of generous red fruit, black pepper, oak, and mixed spices. A bal anced, lithe wine that will go well with grilled meats and vegetables but would also work as a contemplative sipping wine. Medium-bodied & Fruity 51043 (D) 750 ml $14.95 2

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