Great Value Whites Case - December-January

Great Value Whites Mixed Case - December/January

$220 Value for Just $145

Chateau de Cedre "Blandine le Blanc" (Cahors, France) - Crafted from the classic local grapes, Colombard and Ugni Blanc, which are prized for their ability to retain high natural acidity in the warm climate of southern France. The aromatic profile is intensely fresh and vibrant, immediately suggesting notes of lemon zest, green apple, and juicy white peach, often underscored by a delicate floral lift and a hint of flinty minerality. On the palate, it is light to medium in body and strikingly dry, characterized by a persistent, linear acidity that provides a clean, thrillingly zesty finish.

Bodega Verde Blanc (Carinena, Spain) - The Bodega Verde Macabeo is an organically farmed white wine from the high-altitude Cariñena region of Spain that presents a pure and vibrant expression of the Macabeo grape. It showcases an attractive pale color and an intensely fresh aromatic profile, leading with delicate white fruit notes like crisp green apple and juicy pear, complemented by subtle hints of chamomile, wildflowers, and a refreshing minerality. On the palate, this is a substantial and dry wine, often described as having a silky texture that delivers concentrated yellow fruit and greengage flavors, balanced by a generous, lifting acidity. The experience is both bright and full-bodied, finishing with a persistent, clean aftertaste of stone and citrus, making it a highly versatile and delightful white wine.

Badenhorst "The Curator White (South Africa) - The Curator is a blend of Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, and Viognier sourced from Swartland bush vines, is crafted to be a complex and expressive yet easy-drinking and affordable white. The nose is immediately engaging, presenting layers of ripe white peach and apricot, interwoven with bright, ripe citrus notes. The Chenin Blanc acts as the structural backbone, while the naturally fermented Chardonnay contributes significant texture and unusual, delightful aromas reminiscent of dried peaches and apricots. The inclusion of Viognier rounds out the profile, adding a subtle spice and extending the palate length. The wine is medium-light in body, yet the time spent aging on the lees provides a soft, rich, almost fresh-bread like textural element that is highly appealing. Overall, the wine is juicy, finishes gently dry and clean, and is considered an exceptional value for a white blend that celebrates the earthy charm and complexity of the South African terroir.

Guinigi Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie, Italy) - This isn't your typical light and watery Pinot Grigio, lees ageing adds richness and body making this a great Pinot Grigo for fall and winter.  This contact with the spent yeast enhances the wine's bouquet and structure, giving it a more luxurious mouthfeel. On the nose, it greets the senses with a beautiful complexity of aromas, including bright honeysuckle, violet, and a hint of vanilla. The palate is defined by a refreshing, juicy quality, presenting flavors of Bosc pear and apple tart, often alongside unique notes of lemon-dressed candle wax and wet stone minerality. This blend of rich texture and vibrant, marked acidity ensures a clean, elegant, and exceptionally refreshing finish that makes it a great food-pairing wine.

La Mascaronne "Folly" Rose (Provence, France) - It is a classic Provençal blend, primarily using Cinsault and Grenache, often with small amounts of Mourvèdre and Syrah. The wine is renowned for its beautiful, very pale pink color with silvery undertones, which is characteristic of the sought-after style. On the nose, it is crispy and fresh, typically offering delicate floral and fruity aromas of pear, white peach, and sometimes apricot. The palate is bone dry, clean, and possesses a lovely freshness and balanced acidity, making it highly versatile and utterly refreshing.

Chemistry Blanc de Blancs Brut (Willamette Valley, Oregon) - This wonderful bubbly from Oregon opens with classic, inviting notes of warm brioche and green apple, with a subtle undercurrent of wet stone minerality. The soft yet persistent effervescence brings forth a lively palate that showcases layered flavors of candied pineapple and juicy mandarin orange, finished with a gentle hint of vanilla. Fermented entirely in stainless steel and aged on its lees for an extended period, it achieves a bright, balanced structure and a lovely, clean mousse, making it a versatile and easy-to-love wine that appeals equally to new sparkling wine drinkers and seasoned enthusiasts.

750ml x 12

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