Great Value Reds Mixed Case - June & July 2026

Great Value Reds Mixed Case – June & July 2026

$202 value for just $145

Valdoret, 2024, Pinot Noir Reserve (Languedoc, France) This wine serves as an excellent example of Languedoc-Roussillon’s cooler microclimates, where elevation and cooling winds preserve the natural acidity and delicate aromatic profile of the variety. Sourced from 14-year-old vines grown in alluvial and sandy soils, the fruit is harvested by hand and treated with a gentle, long maceration in stainless steel. With 50% of the wine aged in used French oak, it retains a soft, vibrant character that eschews the heavy-handed extraction often found at this price point.

Rouge-Bleu, 2023, Dentelle Rouge (Rhône Valley, France) A quintessential Rhône-style blend, this wine is defined by its elegance and savory depth. It balances a rustic, earthy foundation with a fruit-forward presence, resulting in a seamless texture that is both approachable and food-friendly. The producer’s commitment to meticulous vineyard management shines through in the wine’s complexity, offering a smooth finish that makes it a perfect, reliable staple for everyday enjoyment.

Mi Villa, 2025, Tempranillo (Rioja, Spain) This Rioja eschews the trend of over-cropping for volume, instead focusing on lush, concentrated fruit character that remains balanced and true to the region. By utilizing a careful, temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel without excessive new oak, the producers ensure the primary aromas of blackberry and currant remain the star. It is a fresh, well-structured wine that demonstrates why Rioja Alta remains an essential reference point for thoughtful, traditional winemaking.

Legado del Moncayo, 2023, "Montana" Garnacha (Campo de Borja, Spain) Hailing from the volcanic slopes of Campo de Borja, this 100% Garnacha is sourced from vines aged between 40 and 60 years. The "Montana" cuvée is raised in used French casks for eight months, a process that adds a subtle layer of complexity to its characteristic notes of boysenberry, black cherry, and wild fennel. It is a wine of medium body and chalky, structured tannins that captures the unique, rugged energy of high-altitude Spanish viticulture.

Prime Cuts, 2023, Red (Western Cape, South Africa) This blend of Shiraz, Mourvèdre, and Grenache captures the vibrant energy of the Western Cape, offering a bright and accessible profile that performs exceptionally well at the table. It eschews the cloying, over-extracted sweetness typical of many value-priced reds in favor of genuine varietal character—highlighting the peppery spice of the Shiraz and the savory, rustic depth of the Rhône varieties—and balanced, crunchy red fruit acidity. By focusing on clean fermentation and minimal intervention, this wine presents a polished, energetic structure that remains honest and refreshing.

Domaine Moulin Nouvel, 2024, L'Antagoniste Cabernet (Minervois, France) This Cabernet Sauvignon stands out for its structural precision, hailing from the Minervois region where the warm Mediterranean sun meets the cooling influence of the surrounding landscape. L'Antagoniste provides a focused, powerful expression of the variety, delivering dark fruit notes and a grounded, reliable character that is rarely found in Cabernet at this value level. It is a testament to the producer's skill in managing extraction to ensure the wine remains vibrant and drinkable rather than overly tannic or heavy.

750ml x 12

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