Flour + Water - San Francisco

Malibran is a winery with a goal of biodiversity and organic farming. 'Sottoriva' is a sparkling wine produced in the ancient 'Col Fondo' method where the wine re-ferments in bottle and is left unfiltered with its lees, making it lightly sparkling. It's a cloudy, orchard fruit bubbly that shows what Prosecco can be when stripped down to its core. Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [green apple, shinko pear], CIRTUS [lemon zest], hazelnut, fresh bread, wet stone

A delicious take on the famed sparkling red wine of Italy known as Lambrusco. Emilia is a small family winery dedicated to organic farming as well as the production of olive oils and vinegar. This is an exceptionally classic and high quality style of the famed sparkling red wine of Italy, perfectly suited to cut through rich butter/cheesy dishes. Tasting Notes: BLUE [fresh blueberry], BLACK [blackberry], concord grape, violets, fresh clay, black pepper, eucalyptus, dry in style

A truly remarkable bottle of Italian sparkling wine from the first female winemaker of Franciacorta in central Lombardia. Alessandra Divella farms organically on rare limestone rich soils, producing mineral/dry examples of sparkling wine. The 'Blanc de Blancs' is all Chardonnay, 30 months on the lees, and a zero dosage to give it a brisk style, think Champagne! Tasting Notes: CITRUS [dried lemon], TROPICAL [salted pineapple], ORCHARD [yellow apple], brioche, straw, sea salt, chalk

A sparkling rose from one of the most important houses of Piemonte in the 5th generation estate of G.D. Vajra. This is from a very high elevation subzone outside of Barolo, mixing native Nebbiolo with Pinot Noir, producing it in the Method Champenoise. The wine is aged for a long time on lees, adding complexity. Think rose Champagne in quality. Tasting Notes: RED [dried strawberries, raspberry pastry], STONE [nectarine], rose, chalk, fennel, croissant and brioche

A highly value driven and fruit forward style of Champagne from Lebeau-Batiste, a certified organic grower-producer which highlights mostly the lesser-known third grape of Champagne; Pinot Meaunier. The wine sees 36 months on the lees (dead yeast cells) to get a lovely brioche top not along with dosage to give a sense of fruitiness on the palate. Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [honeyed pear], STONE [white apricot, rainier cherry], croissant, white flowers, honey, wet stone

Domaine Lagille is a winery with a focus on producing champagne that is a pure expression of the Treslon terrior. L'Inattendue ('The Unexpected') is a Champagne that showcases a single varietal, the often-overlooked Pinot Meunier grape. This cuvée offers a perfect balance of orchard fruits, texture, and chalky minerality.

Our collaborative sparkling red wine inspired by the famed Lambrusco's of Italy. Berkeley-based Hammering wines sources Pinot & Gamay from 4 organic vineyards, producing the wine with a lower level of effervescence to mimic the Lambrusco 'frizzante' mouthfeel. This is a slightly lighter sparkling red that feels somewhere between CA, Italy, and Champagne in style! Tasting Notes: RED [raspberry coulis, red plum], BLUE [blueberry skins], rosemary, rose & violets, fresh clay, a hint of balsamic

Founded in 2006 Costadila has changed what it means to make 'Prosecco'. Hailing from the more mountainous northern stretches of Italy's largest sparkling wine producing region the estate is dedicated to biodynamics, making all wines in fun and hazy petillant styles. '450slm', comes from the highest elevation fruit, in a zesty, skin-fermented, and slightly funky sparkling. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [salted lemon], STONE [apricot shrub, fermented peach], fennel, honeycomb, yeast, crushed stone, bone dry

A vibrant and distinct sparkling wine from the sprawling biodynamic estate of Scandelara, just outside of Bologna. The property is 50 + hectares planted and used for many different agricultural reasons outside of grapes, which compose just 3 hectares of the property. This is an old vine field blend that shows a bone dry style filled with flinty funk. Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [pear puree] STONE [white nectarine], flint/crushed stone, dried hay, graham cracker, dried fennel

One of the most unique white wines of Italy coming from the highest elevation vineyards found in Europe (1'200 meters). Here in the extreme altitude the rare Prie Blanc grape is one of the few varieties which ripens, allowing for mineral and austere white wines which evoke the stoney alpine soils. Think Chablis or very unripe Chenin Blanc in terms of style. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [fresh lemon], ORCHARD [green apple, tart pear], wet stone, honeycomb, jasmine, alpine herbs, zippy acid

A superb high altitude white from first time winemaker Manni Nossing. On steep slopes and a 30 minute drive from the Austrian border, Nosing is making austere, mineral driven whites. Kerner, a cross between Riesling and Schiava, is a high acid polished white great for sipping and best enjoyed with vegetables and lighter fare. Tasting Notes: STONE [ white peach] CITRUS [lime, white grapefruit], jasmine, chalk, petrol, crushed rocks

A beautiful high acid and mineral white wine from one of the most famous wine regions in all of Italy at the high elevation slopes of Mount Etna. Ayunta is a tiny micro-estate which makes minimal intervention wines with this cuvee coming from a few rows of white vines which grow in their red wine vineyards. A zippy 'chablis-esque' style of mineral white. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [lemon oil, salted lemon rind], ORCHARD [tart yellow apple], fennel, bay leaf, sea pray, brisk acid

Barone di Villagrande is the longest running family owned winery in Sicily, with its history on Etna dating back more than 300 years. 'Contrade Villagrande is the wineries top wine, made from 100 + year old Carricante vines at 700m of elevation. This is a serious take on Etna, bold fruits with a hint of ripeness balanced with teeth chattering acidity and salinity. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [preserved lemon], STONE [salted white peach, unripe apricot], flint, candle wax, fennel, bay leaf, smoke

A beautiful expression of what natural wine can be. Clos de L'Epinay is located in the Loire Valley's most prestigious village for the production of Chenin Blanc, called Vouvray. This tiny organic estate crafts wines in a more minimal intervention style that balances fruit, minerality, and a hint of earth that is everything you could want in a crisp white. Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [asian pear, white peach], CITRUS [lemon zest] honeysuckle, flint, green almond, white pepper

A deeply complex take on one of the worlds most recognizable grapes in Sauvignon Blanc. Uniquely, this rendition comes from a subzone of Burgundy called Saint-Bris, the only region of this storied wine region that grows Sauvignon Blanc. This is a mineral white wine with a lot of depth and complexity, an easy sell to Sancerre drinkers. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [candied lemon, white grapefruit] ORCHARD [peach, pear], melon, honeysuckle, crushed rocks

A wonderful winery run by farmer and winemaker Sam Bilbro. Sam, a lover of Piedmontese grape varietals, farms Italian grapes on California soil in a clean and thoughtful manner. 'The Bee' is a wonderfully aromatic, crisp white wine with a hint of complex texture. all balanced with minerality and firm acidity. Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [overripe pear, apple juice] CITRUS [lemon oil] saline, wax, granite, white flowers

From the young and avant-garde label of Sauro Maule comes this zesty and refreshing white blend from the hills of the northeastern Alps. The winemaking style is completely natural with no additions of sulfur, leaving a much more cider-like, and slightly flinty style of white. This is a low ABV white with a touch of texture with bracing acidity Tasting Notes: CITRUS [smoked lemon], ORCHARD [cider, crabapple], dried fennel, mustard seed, flint, crushed stone, wet hay

From the high quality northern area of Abruzzo (Colline Teramane), the De Fermo estate. was founded in 2010, and has quickly made a name as one of the greats of Abruzzo, highlighting certified biodynamic fruit. 'Don Carlino' might be the best representation of the hard to find Pecorino grape on the market, a mineral and layered white wine with sharp acid. Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [apple cider, yellow apple skin], CITRUS [smoked lemon], flint, sea salt, dried fennel, hay, mid body but crisp

A beautiful textured white wine which clocks in at 14% alcohol but still holds remarkable freshness due to the high elevation terroir of the Alto Adige (500m elevation). Gumphof showcases the commonly planted Pinot Bianco, which is in the same family as the Chardonnay grape. One of the most food friendly wines on the list, a great analogue to French Chard. Tasting Notes: TROPICAL [unripe pineapple], STONE [white apricot], CITRUS [honeyed lemon], wet stone, white flowers, wax

Located on the eastern border of Piemonte, Colli Tortonesi is the birthplace of Timorasso (the almost extinct grape varietal saved by Walter Massa). 'Derthona' is a sub-zone of the region known for growing some of the best Timorasso there is. This wine is the perfect balance of crisp and textured, tropical fruits, zippy minerality and fresh acidity! Tasting Notes: CITRUS [lemon oil], ORCHARD [yellow apple] TROPICAL [pineapple, mango skin], chalk, crushed rocks, honey, saline

A very unique textured white wine that while coming from an esoteric grape and region, tastes very similar to French Chardonnay. The white grape Passerina is farmed from older vines in the far south of the Marche on limestone rich soils. The wine is aged in larger neutral barrel to broaden and round the texture. A saline and mineral textured white wine. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [preserved lemon], TROPICAL [roasted pineapple], ORCHARD [yellow pear], flint, toasted oats, fresh hay

A beautiful more high end take on what many would consider to be the most exciting white wine to come out of Italy, in Fiano from the region of Avellino. This is incredibly high elevation Apennine's from 30 + year old vines. The wine is aged on the lees to expand the body and complexity, followed by extra aging in bottle. A polished almost Burgundian southern white. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [lemon curd], TROPICAL [dried pineapple, papaya], honey comb, flint, wet wool, sea salt, ripe in style

In the west of Hungary, Somló is the smallest wine growing region all packed on a dormant volcanic butte. Apátsagi (ah-paht-shaag-ee) is a tiny winery with only 3 hectars of grapes all dedicated to white wine. This Furmint is harvested late in the season, picked w/ Botrytis mold (noble rot), making for a dry white wine with dessert wine flavors. Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [overripe pear, apple] TROPICAL [overripe mango, grilled pineapple], quince jam, honey, minerality!

ounded in 2004 when Arianna was just 22, Occhipinti has become the benchmark for organic wine in Sicily. 'SP68' represents her innovative approach to traditional varieties, working with old vines rooted in limestone-rich soils. This is a unfiltered expression that captures the raw coastal energy of the region - a game-changing white wine. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [preserved lemon, kumquat], ORCHARD [ripe peach, white nectarine] orange blossom, sea breeze

An absolute stunner of a wine from the very southern tip of Burgundy on the border of Beaujolais. Sophie and David of Clos Sauvage purchased small abandoned plots of vines with the purpose of creating a full ecosystem of animals, plants, and vines. 'Les Fees' is lean, precise, mineral driven and luxurious. Chardonnay done right! Tasting Notes: TROPICAL [dried mango, candied pineapple] ORCHARD [ripe pear, white peach] rocks, melted butter, mineral

This wine comes from 60 + year old vines of the Trebbiano grape, which while normally is a grape to pass on it reaches soaring heights in this one small northern corner of Abruzzo. Un-toasted oak and a bit of bottle age gives this wine slight texture, but with a powerfully mineral and acidic core. This would be very close in style to Chardonnay from Burgundy. Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [yellow apple, ripe pear], TROPICAL [grilled pineapple], fresh hay, flint, crushed stone, mountain herbs

I Cacciagalli is a winery and farm run by Diana lannaccone that has been in her family since the 1600's. Located near the extinct volcano, Roccamonfina, the winery is now fully biodynamic and focuses on biodiversity in the vineyard. 'Aorivola' sees 12 hours of skin contact during fermentation creating a fresh wine with a touch of funk! Tasting Notes: TROPICAL [pineapple, mango skin, passion fruit], CITRUS [Buddha's hand], saline, rocks, hay

A light bodied fruit forward orange wine without all the kombucha flavor! Schödl is run by 3 siblings who focus on the balance and harmony of wine and nature. 'Free Your Mind' is macerated on the skins for 3 weeks and aged 7 months in barrel, softening the wine. A great option for anyone wanting to try orange wine, a great 'entry-level' non-funky pick! Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [fuji apple, unripe peach] TROPICAL [mango skin] nutmeg, clove, crushed rocks, black tea

An awesome and crushable orange wine from biodynamic farmer, Francesco Cirelli. This is a particularly fresh and zippy style of orange wine that works as a perfect entry into the category, veering a bit more towards a 'crisp' white wine drinkers palate. A complex and fun option that provides some of the best bang for the buck of our orange wines. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [lemon, nectarine], ORCHARD [green pear, apple, apricot] coriander, nutty

Since the late 90's the Radikon estate has been making skin fermented white wines, far before the term 'Orange Wine' was even coined. 'Sivi' is 100% Pinot Grigio, because of the unique color of the grape skins, after maceration, the wine takes on a copper (Ramato) color. An amazingly unique wine layered with red fruits and wild berries. Tasting Notes: ORCHARD [spiced pear, red apple] RED [wild strawberry, cranberry], rhubarb, blood orange, wild flowers, thyme

A aromatic delight of a orange wine from multi-generation winery Julien Meyer. With a pure dedication to farming fully biodynamic, Patrick and his wife Mireille are making some of the most expressive natural wines in Alsace. Macerated on the skins for two weeks, no added S02, this wine is bright tropical flowers with a touch of kombucha. Tasting Notes: STONE [dried apricot, peach pith], TROPICAL [mango], chamomile, wild honey, fennel, ginger, highly aromatic

Our house orange wine which is inspired by the more aromatic skin-fermented white wines of Southern Italy, which typically use more aromatic styles of grapes for a fruitier and more floral style. 10 days of skin contact gives this wines much of the classic 'orange wine' profile, without a harsh bite of tannin, a very crowd pleasing take on skin fermented white wine. Tasting Notes: TROPICAL [canned pineapple, lychee], STONE [peach rings], jasmine, white tea, wild honey, hops, crisp mineral palate

Here we have a seller high elevation rose coming to you from the slopes of the Dolomite mountains. Weingut Abraham was created by husband and wife duo with a goal of utilizing ancient vinification techniques to display the terroir of the region. 'Upupa' is a mineral driven wild strawberry delight best enjoyed by itself or with fresh cheese. Tasting Notes: RED [strawberry shortcake, rainier cherry] ORCHARD [peach], bubblegum, chalk, potpourri, rocks

A thoughtful high end rose from the talented estate of Manenti, a small production estate dedicated to organic farming. This takes the two classic native red grapes of Vitoria done through the lens of Provencal rose. The fruit goes direct to press with a more gentle touch as to not extract color, aged in tank to keep the aromatics and fruit bright. Tasting Notes: RED [white strawberry, rainier cherry], STONE [white nectarine], wet stone, lavender, spun sugar, cherry blossom

A tiny production rose coming from friend of the company Scott Baird, who in '23 decided to buck trend of producing expensive red wine from his organically farmed Pinot Noir vineyard, opting for a playful style of rose. Scott made a single barrel of this wine, hand painting each bottle. This is a fruity + complex pink wine option for the traditional rose drinker. Tasting Notes: CITRUS [grapefruit], STONE [nectarine], RED [white strawberry], spun sugar, red licorice, mixed flowers, wet stone

A downright lip smacking natural rose made from a blend of Aglianico and native white grapes. Two days of skin contact gives a deeper hue and a serious feel while hitting with high toned and candied fruits balanced with herbs and earth. ALMOST light red in style and completely unique, a truly food friendly style of dark rose. Tasting Notes: RED [red plum pomegranate], BLACK [blackberry], red licorice, hibiscus, dried herbs, fresh earth, black pepper

A super zippy and fresh yet natural take on Rose from wine makers Filippo and Nancy Rizzo. A blend of Frappato and Nero d'Avola with a hint of moscato, grown all organically and biodynamically from 60 year old vines in Sicily's interior. A funky one on the nose but super complex and clean on the palate. Great for anyone who wants a fresh and mineral rose with some funk. Tasting Notes: RED [cranberry, tart cherry], CITRUS [blood orange], flint, potpourri, barnyard funk, salty mineral finish

Our house rose produced almost entirely from the unique Sicilian red grape Nero d'Avola. Due to the grapes naturally dark color and extended skin contact, this is a slightly darker and more structured style of pink wine great with everything! Tastes like: Candied red plum, nectarine, strawberry jam, licorice, crushed herbs, tin/copper, wet stone, high acid with a hint of structure.

A polished red wine taking inspiration from Red Burgundy and an estate which has been producing wine since the 1600's. Today the farming is certified biodynamic, making polished and complex wines that are modeled on the great wines of Burgundy, France. 'Mason' is a complex take on Pinot aged with a judicious amount of new oak. Tasting Notes: RED [brandied cherry, dried strawberry], sandalwood, potpourri, clove, anise, root beer

A delightful and completely different style of Nebbiolo, or Picotendro as the locals call it. High in the mountains at about 1500 ft is Caves de Donnas, a co-op winery, producing organic Nebbiolo in a more etherial, fruit forward, mineral driven style by fermenting and aging in stainless steel. Fresh fruit, minerals and bright mountain herbs! Tasting Notes: RED [bing cherry, strawberry, raspberry], mint, sage, dried roses, fresh herbs, granite

A fresh, elegant, and perfumed red wine which showcases the terroir of northern Piemonte just at the foot of the alps (known as Alto Piemonte). Here, local wunderkind Cristiano Garella makes low ABV Nebbiolo from vineyards planted on rare volcanic material, always ethereal, fresh, and in the 2018 vintage easy drinking right out of the gate. Tasting Notes: RED [strawberry, ripe raspberry, baked cherry], flint/iron, rose, hibiscus, forest floor, strawberry leaf

A deliciously complex light red wine from a small town in the rolling hills of Piemonte. luli is a family winery that has been farming the same vineyards since 1920, never using a pesticide and focusing of biodiversity. 'Natalin', named after winemaker Fabrizio's grandfather, is 100% Grignolino fermented in concrete with minimal intervention, think baby Nebbiolo! Tasting Notes: RED [bing cherries, red currents, dried strawberries], fruit roll up, leather, licorice, dried roses, black peppercorn

A peppery and complex red wine hailing from the terraced slopes of the Valpolicella wine region of western Veneto. Secondo Marco is a multi generation organic estate which leans into the fresh and vibrant side of Valpolicella with this bottling, making a red fruited and herbal wine perfect with pasta. Compare to Cabernet Franc in style. Tasting Notes: Red Fruits [candied cherry, strawberry, cranberry], dried rose, tomato leaf, bell pepper, mustard green

Cala Niuru translates to 'Black Creek' in the Sicilian dialect, but this isn't your typical brooding southern Italian red. This Frappato-based blend comes from ancient sandy soils just a stone's throw from the Mediterranean. It's a vibrant, sun-kissed red that drinks like crushing fresh berries while cruising a wild herb garden near the sea. Tasting Notes: RED [dried strawberries, raspberry jam], BLUE [crushed blueberry, lavender, thyme, rosemary, rose hips

A quaffable and complex light bodied red from one of the most crushable grapes ever, Gamay. Cheateau Cambon is a joint venture between two winemaking legends of Beaujolais who came together to make a singular wine from 50+ year old organically farmed vines. The perfect first bottle of red for any dinner, recommend to the Pinot Noir lover. Tasting Notes: RED [dark cherry, red plum, dark raspberry] earth, iron, fresh cut wood, dusty book, mushroom, smoke

A true piece of Californian history, Litorrai was founded in 1993 by Ted Lemon, the first American winemaker to run an estate in Burgundy. The wines are all biodynamically farmed, and come from cool climate sites. ‘Les Larmes’ is the ‘village’ level wine, a snapshot of sites across the Anderson Valley in a fresh and layered Pinot that is sure to please. Tasting Notes: RED [dark cherry, alpine strawberry], BLACK [huckleberry], rhubarb, violets, star anise, clove, root beer spice

A super fun light and crushable red from the foothills of the Dolomite Mountains. Tenuta Dornach is a winery and farm run by husband and wife duo, Patrick, and Karoline Uccelli, who's first priority is organics and biodiversity. From farming the land to growing grapes, this couple brings a fresh take on light red wine done in a natural style, great with a slight chill! Tasting Notes: RED [raspberry, white cherry, fermented strawberry] bubblegum, wet hay, rocky minerality SERVED CHILLED

Our house red wine produced from a blend of heritage CA grapes like Carignan, Merlot and Petite Sirah, with a touch of Sangiovese and Muscat. A multi-vintage blend of older wine and fresh '23 vintage aged briefly in barrel before release. Tastes like: Cherry jolly rancher, wild strawberries, pomegranate kombucha, rose hips, red flowers, black pepper, snappy and bright.

A fresh, young yet vibrant Nebbiolo from first time wine maker Stefano Occhetti. Stefano quit his desk job to take over his familys vineyard knowing nothing about vineyard management and vinification. With the help of his eonologist friend, Stefano is making fresh fruited Nebbiolo with structure. A medium bodied red perfect for any dinner table. Tasting Notes: RED [cherry jam, ripe strawberries], leather, dried roses, tobacco, cigar box, eucalyptus, fresh with structure

A benchmark expression of Nebbiolo from the famed village of Barbaresco. Barbaresco is generally known for its slightly more ethereal takes on Nebbiolo by comparison to its famous neighbor Barolo, this single vineyards expression from the micro-label Lano shows everything we love in this cherished Italian red, the perfect wine for our pasta.

A structured and 'old school' approach to Barolo from a family with 300 + years of winemaking experience in the region. Dardi Le Rose is a prized vineyard held by the Colla family, a high elevation plot on limestone heavy soils that makes elegant yet intensely structured wines. This is the perfect benchmark Barolo that blends brilliant aromatics with an intensely structured wine. Tasting Notes: RED [dried cherries, red plum, strawberry], pine, eucalyptus, mint, sweet tobacco, tar, dried rose, elegant yet powerful

A rare expression of high traditional Chianti from one of the top producers out of the heartland of the region. Organic farming, old vines, and traditional winemaking are the calling card of Piemaggio. The 'Le Fioraie' is produced from old vines, but a wine that carries a lot of elegance and finesse. This is absolutely text book representation of Chianti/Sangiovese. Tasting Notes: RED [dried cherries & cranberries, ripe currants], iron, black pepper, tobacco, red licorice, pine, eucalyptus, fennel

Marisa Cuomo's 'Furore' Rosso comes from one of Italy's most dramatic vineyard settings, where vines cling to steep limestone cliffs directly above the Amalfi Coast. This is a polished and modern wine which brings in spice from its barrique aging while still showing authentic herbaceous-ness from the native grapes used. A crowdpleaser for the CA palate. Tasting Notes: RED [dark cherry], BLACK [plum, blackberry], leather, violet, thyme, peppercorn, clove and warming spice

Founded in 2007 I Custodi would be thought by many to represent the textbook definition of wine from Etna. ‘Aetneus’ is their flagship red from Nerello vines ranging from 100-150 years in age, producing a complex and concentrated style of Etna rosso that still holds elegance. This is a smokey volcanic red with pungent earthen non-fruits, a show stopper. Tasting Notes: RED FRUIT [dusty cherry, dried cranberry + plum], charcoal, mulling spice, leather, forest floor

Tascante is a elegant and lovely red wine hailing from the slopes of Mt Etna. Their estate, located on the northern side of the mountain, is known to be a cooler climate with less sun exposure, producing higher acid and less extracted styles of red wine. A fruit forward medium bodied wine with tons of volcanic complexity! Tasting Notes: RED [bing cherry, red plum, overripe strawberry], earth, roses, black pepper, thyme, clay, iron

A juicy and slightly more natural leaning mid weight red wine from just off the coast of the Mediterranean. Les Temps Des Revers is a biodynamic estate focusing on fresh and vibrant reds from local native grapes. This wine shows its southern French origins with a ripe fruit forward nose, but on the palate it shows exceptional restraint and balanced acid. Tasting Notes: BLUE [dried blueberry], BLACK [dark cherry, fermented plum], dark licorice, pepper, thyme/rosemary

Florez was founded in 2017 by winemaker James Jelks who grew up in Santa Cruz before studying wine making at UC Davis. After working in wineries all over world James came back to Santa Cruz to hold true to old school winemaking techniques with no irrigation. 'Violet Vista' is comprised of Bordeaux grape varietals but done in a all natural, juicy style. Tasting Notes: BLACK [black cherry, blackberry, black current, plum] cacao, dark roasted coffee, earth, sun dried tomato

Ruth Lewandowski is a project run by winemaker Even, who is dominating the CA natural winemaking scene. Evan's winery is based in Mendocino where he sources grapes from vineyards nearby. Elimeleck is a off the beaten path Riesling from the famed Cole Ranch vineyard that undergoes full malolactic conversion making a more textural, creamy style of Riesling. Tasting Notes: TROPICAL [fermented pineapple], ORCHARD [yellow apple, asian pear], ginger, waxy/petrol, honey

A more elegant and juicy style of Nebbiolo from Castello di Perno, a producer founded in 2012 and located on the cooler east facing slopes on Monforte d'Alba. With cooler nights and cold temperature controlled maceration on the skins, this wine a is an aromatic expression of the 2017 vintage which was hot and dry. Great through the whole meal! Tasting Notes: RED [cherry, raspberry, pomegranate], eucalyptus, black peppercorn, tobacco, bold tannin!

A delicious fuller bodied natural red wine from the "Maestro of Timorasso', Walter Massa. Walter is the real deal farmer, growing everything organically and even rescuing varietals from extinction. This Barbera is aged for 2 years in large used barrel and 8 years in bottle, creating a dark, dried fruited delight, teeming with spice and complexity! Tasting Notes: BLACK [prune, dried currents, black plum, dusty blackberry], old book, saw dust, spices, dried rosemary

An absolute 'juice box' of a wine coming from from just to the south of Milan in northwestern Italy. Bruno Verdi is an 8th generation winemaker who is one of the faces of the tiny wine region of Buttafuoco, known for its bold red blends. This is a particularly soft and juicy crowd pleaser clocking in at 14.5% ABV. A great option for 'un-oaked' Cab or Zinfandel drinkers. Tasting Notes: RED [brandied cherries, pomegranate molasses], BLACk [plum], licorice, anise, pepper, violet, juicy and soft

Clara Marcelli was founded in 1992 by two brothers, Emanuele and Daniele Colletta in the Piceno region known for blending Sangiovese and Montepulciano. A region forced between the Apennines mountains and the Adriatic sea lending to perfect growing conditions. A great juicy darker fruited red wine with soft tannins and great acid. Tasting Notes: RED [cherry jam], BLACK [blackberry, black current], herbal, black pepper, soft tannin with great acid

Roberto Rubegni runs one of the smallest estates in all of Montalcino, a tiny 2.5 hectare biodynamic vineyards teaming with life. Each year he makes some of the most sought after, and most affordable wines that the region has to offer in an ultra-classic, crowd pleasing style. This is juicy and ripe, high ABV Sangiovese in a full bodied and spiced format. Tasting Notes: RED [stewed cherry, cranberry sauce], BLACK [roasted plum], leather, sweet tobacco, forest floor, bold!

A playful example of a 'Super Tuscan', which uses the warm climate of Tuscany to produce Cabernet based wines in a style between CA and Bordeaux. The wine uses a bit of new wood which compliments the riper style of wine in a juicy red that will be sure to please most California wine drinkers. A great gateway into Italian wine. Tasting Notes: RED [ripe cherry, strawberry], BLACK [blackberry, plum] bell pepper, pepper, leather, licorice, herbs, full bodied crowdpleaser

A fresh and juicy style of Sangiovese which hails from some of the most prestigious vineyards in Tuscany, out of the ancient village of Montalcino. Sesti is an ultra-traditional organic estate which balances its high-end production with this workhorse red called 'Monteleccio', these are the estates young vines, lightly aged, in a fruity and fresh frame with fuller body. Tasting Notes: RED [dried cherries, cranberries, red plum skins], red licorice, eucalyptus, clay, iron, pepper

A wild and rustic red wine which showcases southern Italy's most famous appellation in Taurasi. This is high elevation (500m) old vine Aglianico planted on deep volcanic soils, given a traditional upkeep in the cellar. A bold and brooding red wine that has a massive punch of tannin, while still feeling fresh and lively on the palate. A great balance of juicy fruit and herbs. Tasting Notes: BLUE [dried blueberry], BLACK [overripe plum, spiced fig], menthol, eucalyptus, baseball mitt, dried earth, pepper

La Cascinetta is a all organic winery run by Valentina and her partner Giancarlo who took over an abandoned vineyard with the idea of farming native grape varietals. Valentina and Giancarlo personally see the process from start to finish, farming the vines, making the wine, and bottling. A great wine for anyone wanting red fruit, spice and dried flowers, compare to Zinfandel! Tasting Notes: RED [stewed cherries, dried strawberries], BLUE [dehydrated blueberry], rose, violet, balsamic, herbs

A tiny project run by Marco Tinessa, who purchased a microscopic vineyard in the high elevation hills of Campania. He has been mentored by natural wine savant Frank Cornillessen making rustic and raw interpretations of the native Aglianico grape. This is a deeply complex bold red wine which is accentuated by slight flavors of 'natural' winemaking. Tasting Notes: RED [black cherry], BLACK [fermented blackberries], balsamic, fresh tar, violets, rosemary, black licorice