Mourvèdre

Organic and biodynamically-farmed fruit from three different sites in Santa Barbara was fermented mostly whole cluster and aged in neutral French oak to produce a wine with pleasantly juicy red fruit flavors, a crunchy green undertone,... Read More

Certified-biodynamic Châteauneuf du Pape from a 7th generation winemaker? Yes, please! Complex & elegant, with aromas and flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, rosemary, cedar, and smooth tannins.

This organically farmed & naturally vinified blend from Minervois displays the appellation’s typical rusticity with plenty of juicy, freshness. It’s a classic GSM blend, but with a touch of feral character—delicious!... Read More

A bold, vibrant rosé from France’s original AOC, this wine is a hint with wine geeks and novices alike: bright, crisp acidity and abundant strawberry and grapefruit flavors make it a versatile wine with almost any... Read More

An incredibly versatile wine with complex and refined aromas of licorice, red fruits, and subtle spice leading to a well-structured but soft palate bursting with bright red fruit, black pepper, and garrigue. Delicious!... Read More

Named for the French slang for chillable, chuggable light reds, this low-intervention red blend marries approachability with surprising structure. Refreshing acidity with notes of raspberry, hibiscus, & wet rock.

This light, juicy summer red is so atypical in style for its region that the cuvée name ‘Ché Chauvio’ is a joke from the local dialect meaning “If you knew…” Light and bright in style,... Read More

From organically-farmed vines in the Côtes de Provence, this is a classic example of well-made Provençal rosé. Dry and very fresh in style, it balances notes of red fruit, saline minerality, and a savory hint... Read More

A collaboration between viticulturist Erik Mallea and winemaker Justin Willet (of Lieu Dit and Tyler wineries), this classic GSM blend comes from sustainably-farmed fruit fermented with native yeasts and aged in neutral oak. Red... Read More

One of the greatest values among France’s truly great, age-worthy reds, this wine comes from very old vines in the Terrasses du Larzac. Aged in a combination of demi-muids and large foudres, it is both rugged and refined,... Read More

Steve Matthiasson’s juicy, gulp-able take on Mataro—also known as Mourvedre or Monastrell—trades the variety’s typically full-throated, inky, tannic heft for zinging acidity, juicy dark berry flavors, and... Read More

Tendu is Steve & Jill Matthiasson’s second label, an opportunity to experiment with unusual varieties and new sources of fruit. The 2021 rosé offers mouthwatering acidity, bright red fruit aromas and flavors, and... Read More

Citrusy, fresh, and pleasantly dry, this organically-farmed rosé from Steve and Jill Matthiasson might just be their best vintage yet! With lively acidity lifting hints of strawberry, it is a perfect accompaniment to a... Read More

Citrusy, fresh, and pleasantly dry, this organically-farmed rosé from Steve and Jill Matthiasson might just be their best vintage yet! With lively acidity lifting hints of strawberry, it is a perfect accompaniment to a... Read More

This historic estate has produced top-notch CdP since 1865, combining firm structure and complexity with fresh red fruit flavors, aromas of violet, and underlying spice. Although delicious now, it would reward further aging!... Read More

From 50-to-90-year-old vines, this Châteauneuf-du-Pape is aged in a combination of concrete and large, old French oak foudres, resulting in an elegant, balanced, & not overly-oaked wine with loads of red & black fruit, peppery... Read More

Monastrell—known elsewhere as Mourvèdre—is the native grape variety to Jumilla, in southeastern Spain. Olivazres’ tasty version comes from ungrafted, pre-Phylloxera rootstock and offers chewy tannins,... Read More

Peyrassol crafts this organic rosé from fruit sourced from their neighbors. With aromas and flavors of tangy red fruit, wet stones, and crisp acidity, this is a well-balanced offering with plenty of verve and energy. A... Read More

Any traditional, Old World wine lover will appreciate this organically-farmed Bandol. Rustic and full flavored, featuring grainy tannins, elegant fruit and mouthwatering acidity. Bandol rouge is built to age, so get one for your... Read More

From one of Provence’s most historic estates, this wineis serious & brooding, but offers more generous fruit than the château’s other reds, meaning it can be enjoyed somewhat earlier in its development. Dark-fruited,... Read More

From a winemaking family with history dating back to 1780, this rich, robust Spanish red remains an incredible value for such a traditional, small-production offering. Intense aromas of fruit jam—darky cherry, brambly blackberry—and... Read More

Forget the old adage about drinking rosé young! This wine, like many fine rosés, is built for age: vibrant and focused, with abundant red fruit, floral aromas, steely minerality, and richness imparted by barrel aging.... Read More

Biodynamically-farmed and absolutely delicious, this refreshing, dry Provençal rosé displays aromas and flavors of blood orange, fresh strawberries, hints of lavender, and a cool, mineral-driven finish. Small production... Read More

In the careful hands of Anaïs Vallot, this low-yielding vintage resulted in some of the finest Côtes-du-Rhône we’ve had the pleasure to taste! Elegant and age worthy, it offers more structure than your average... Read More