Tasting Notes: One of the most well-known Italian wine makers, Rivera Winery was established in the 1940s by the de Corato family and since has been a cornerstone of Puglia's vinicultural renaissance. The Aglianico grape is considered to be among Sangiovese and Nebbiolo to be one of the big three grapes greatest to Italian varietals, sometimes referred to as the "Barolo of the South" due to its ability to produce complex fine wines like Barolo. However, don't let its comparison to Barolo overshadow this big grape! Rivera's Aglianico is deep ruby in colour, with fruit notes of black cherries, plums, and dried figs. Following with tobacco, leather, and black pepper spice. With the 14 months spent in French oak, the tannins are big but not too aggressive along with the acidity that lingers on the palette. It is an incredible wine to drink on its own in a large wine glass and alongside charcuterie with bold meats, aged cheddars, and/or gamey meats such as lamb. Incredible wine for the price, drink now or age until 2027.

Price: $19.99

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Tasting Notes: Years ago, Founder Jim Bernau began experimenting with Pinot Noir by gently dropping hand-picked whole clusters in a chilled stainless fermenter, pushing all the oxygen out with CO2 and sealing the vessel tight. What happened next was magical — the berries started to swell and turn pink. When they burst, they released the most aromatic, fermenting Pinot Noir. The stylistic vision of this wine captures pure Pinot Noir fruit with beautiful depth and structure through whole cluster fermentation and carbonic maceration. The wine is balanced, refreshing and versatile for countless food pairings. The palate is dry with fresh acidity, a light body and integrated tannins. Cherry, leather and tobacco add rich fruit notes, creating a juicy and layered flavor to the Pinot Noir. Drink now as a young wine or age in the bottle. On the Nose: Ruby red in the glass with aromas of dried dark cherries, cinnamon and cranberry. Let’s think Thanksgiving!

Price: $27.99

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Tasting Notes: A big, ripe, full expression, clean, with great depth of fruit and excellent definition. Aromas of forest floor, blackberry, cinnamon, dark cherries, cedar. Palate shows ripe dark fruits, roasted bell pepper, menthol, walnut oil, dark coffee, figs. Well integrated tannins provide a sturdy scaffold. Medium-long finish. Solid from top to bottom, and in between. Pulls you back for one more sip! Drink now-2030. Pair with savory dishes, hard cheeses; it begs for a good hunk of grilled beef. 100% Cabernet Franc.

Price: $32.99 750 ml

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Tasting Notes: Enjoy the iconic taste of a classic cocktail with the Heublein Old Fashioned. As the original bottled cocktail dating back to 1892, Heublein brings a legacy of cocktail expertise and quality, ensuring a premium drinking experience every time. With this ready-to-drink, 375ml bottled cocktail, there’s no need to mix or measure anything. Simply pour over ice and enjoy. Our premium ingredients include bitters and our premium 1792 Bourbon Whiskey — proudly crafted in the USA at Buffalo Trace Distillery. With this extremely smooth drink, you’ll bring the glamour of a famous cocktail to the convenience of your own living room without sacrificing quality.

Price: $23.49

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Tasting Notes: While fall is creeping around the corner, the summer heat is still hanging on, which makes Blasted Church's Syrah the perfect choice for my September pick! Fantastic on the BBQ picnic table or on the dinner table with the pumpkin centerpieces, this syrah is round with blueberry, blackberry, ripe red berries on the palate, finishing with wild sage and plum. Good acidity and persistent tannins on the finish. The wine is aged in mixed French, American, and Hungarian oak barrels for 14 months before being blended and put back to barrel for an additional 4 months of barrel aging. As I said, this syrah makes for the perfect bottle of wine during the transition of summer to fall in September. Pair with spicy BBQ beef, lamb, and sausages and enjoy!

Price: $33.98

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Tasting Notes: Efe Oak Barrel raki, which is produced from 100% Suma (grape-based alcohol) obtained from Aegean grapes, distilled twice with the aniseed of Tefenni region in copper alembics. The unique flavor that emerges from the special blend of the batches selected by our master distiller among the rakis aged for different durations in French and American oak barrels in accordance with his distinctive recipe. The aromas from the oak prevail are fruity, vanilla and smoked aromas, the anise aroma that comes from behind. Full bodied, saturated and sweet palate feeling, a balanced round drinking experience. Profile that supports aromas in the nose. Long-term permanence on the palate, long and aromatic finish.

Price: $102.99

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Tasting Notes: From the exceptional 2018 vintage, this is one of the wines in the Baron Edmond De Rothschild stable, and it shows off the elegance of St. Emilion. Recipe: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc. Almost opaque, inky black, the wine has aromas of garrigue, dates, dried blackberries, tarragon. The medium/full palate shows black currants, plum, espresso, bitter chocolate, dates. Tannins are well integrated. Smooth and full, this wine is lovely now, but will continue to mature for at least 2-3 years in a good cellar. Pair with braised meats, hard cheeses, savory dishes. Tasted twice with consistent notes.

Price: $39.99 750 ml

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