Wine between $50 and $75

Fermented whole bunch and aged in neutral oak, this is a grippy, powerfully-structured wine that nonetheless displays wonderful purity of fruit and terroir: blackberries, dark cherries, wildflowers, black pepper, brine, and smoked... Read More

One of our annual favorites! This slightly spritzy rose comes from Spain’s Basque Country—juicy red fruits combine with citrusy acidity to make this a classic pairing for summer tapas. Dry & low in alcohol, it’s... Read More

A bolder offering within the much-loved Anthill Farms single-vineyard lineup, ‘Campbell Ranch’ is very savory, with layers of ripe raspberry, brambly blackberry, crushed wildflowers, fresh mint, pine, and a gamey undertone.... Read More

From a single vineyard just below Occidental Ridge, this gorgeous Pinot Noir benefits from a large diurnal shift, resulting in an elegant wine with precise acidity and structure. A particularly exceptional vintage, this offers... Read More

From some of the oldest Chardonnay vines in the entire state of California—approximately 80 years!—this classic example of Russian River terroir deftly balances richness and restraint, with lively acidity lifting notes... Read More

Maggie Harrison cut her teeth at cult-favorite Sine Qua Non for eight years before striking off on her own. Her 'Coriolis' Pinot Noir is texturally complex, with ripe notes of red and black fruit and a hint of baking spice.... Read More

From a small, dry-farmed block of vines planted in 1980 comes this stunning domestic Chardonnay: full-bodied, with present but subtle oak, and a creamy mouthfeel, this is an opulent white for rich feasts or simply a special night... Read More

This powerful wine is sustainably farmed in the Umbrian sub-region Montefalco, the indigenous home of Sagrantino. Rustic and full-bodied, it layers flavors and aromas of ripe red fruit, saddle leather, and hints of clove, star... Read More

A stunning Chardonnay from one of California’s most exciting boutique producers! Vibrant aromas of pear skin and agave with subtle floral notes. Stony on the palate, offering vibrant citrus fruit and quince. Finishes dry... Read More

Founded in the 1920s after marriage between the Barthod and Noellat families, Domaine Ghislaine Barthod is most famous for superb reds, but also produces tiny quantities of this classic white. Textured & complex, with notes of... 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.

A delicious, zero-dosage grower champagne from the House of Marguet! Aromas of yellow fruits, red apples, fresh biscuits, stony minerality, and subtle fresh flowers. Layered & complex—a great value for a high quality, small-production... Read More

Organically farmed in the Grand Cru village of Ambonnay, this dry rosé champagne beautifully marries bright red fruit aromas and flavors with savory undertones, yeasty notes of toasted biscuit, and chalky minerality. Vibrant,... Read More

This grower champagne knocks the socks off similarly-priced bottles from the big houses; elegant and silky, with layers dried apricots, dried peaches, flowers, and spices. Lively and fresh, with enough richness to please a variety... Read More

Among the most historic vineyard sites in Chavignol, Clos de Beaujeu supplied white wine to the Cathedral of Bourges in the 14th century. Boulay’s bottling is a richer, denser wine than his Chavignol village wine, with lively... Read More

Powerful and rich, with intense aromas and flavors of ripe fruit, dark plums, figs, and raisins supported by tobacco, figs, and anise. A perfect wine for a cold evening or thoughtful relaxation or a hearty meal. Luxurious!... Read More

Beautiful expression of Volnay's terroir, this wine has ample red fruit such as cranberries, and cherries. This wine is polished off with intense minerality and tastefully integrated oak. Beautiful now or can be cellared as... Read More

Beautiful expression of Volnay's terroir, this wine has ample red fruit such as cranberries, and cherries. This wine is polished off with intense minerality and tastefully integrated oak. Beautiful now or can be cellared as... Read More

Quite approachable even in its youth, this is an ideal Brunello to pop and pour tonight—big, bold, and broad-shouldered, it offers bright Tuscan acidity, layered red fruit, leather, and earth, with a powerfully structured... Read More

Made in collaboration between farmer Matt Hardin and winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown (of Rivers-Marie), this Sonoma County Cab manages to balance big, broad-shouldered ripeness with real tannic structure that indicates good aging... Read More

Located near famed Cheval Blanc, Château de Valois has both excellent terroir and an approach that showcases it: minimal sulfur, mostly neutral oak, and no fining before bottling. This Pomerol is rustic and earthy with lively... Read More

From hillside vines at the base of Howell Mountain, this is an excellent example of Napa Cabernet that retains its Bordelais inspiriation—bold & structured, but not quite so jammy and overly oaked as many others. Dark fruits,... Read More

Earthy and structured with aromas of underbrush, grilled porcini, sunbaked earth, wild berry and dried aromatic herb. The bold but soft palate doles out layers of mature black cherry, raspberry jam, licorice, sage, tobacco and... Read More