Jordan Cab is one of the top (if not the very top) Alexander Valley Cabernets, and this brand-new vintage just hit our shelves. It was only just released by the winery during the first week of May! Jordan's head winemaker has hailed 2009 as a dream vintage which really brought out the smooth blackberry qualities of the fruit. Coupled with aging in oak, the balance is impeccable and makes for perfect drinking right now. 9773

This wine represents an amazing value in what we might call "ideal summer whites." It's a 2011 Torrontes whose fresh citrus and tropical fruit combines with a bit of minerality to create the perfect companion to a hot summer day. 9421

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Just released: out of Ridge's thirteen dazzling Zinfandel wines, their Paso Robles has to be in the top 3. This highly anticipated wine is chock-full of ripe cherry and strawberry aromas with a very appealing mouthfeel. It's ready for drinking when you are! 9169

We love Girard's wines so much that we're promoting two of their wines in as many weeks! This is one of those perfect warm-weather wines...just head outside in the sun, serve chilled with some light fare, and your day is complete. 9133

Here's a break from all the "serious" wines we post: Wines for Dummies has arrived! We have Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Chianti, and Pinot Grigio, and they would all make the perfect gag gift for that "serious" wine connoisseur friend that everyone has. 8885

This refreshing Chardonnay is the perfect steal! Santa Ema stands for the utmost in value when it comes to entry-level varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and this crisp, flavorful white. Their Reserve line sees extra aging in the barrel as well as in the bottle, so the wine really has time to "marinate" and soak up all the flavors of the oak. 8825

Only 600 cases produced and we've got our supply secured for arrival later this May! Bedrock is a winery dedicated to boosting Syrah's image in America and with this vintage they've done a fine job. Hewing closely to the classic Rhône blueprint, this wine is a perfect example of what Syrah can do in the right hands. 8621

Check out Wine Anthology's Mother's Day gift section -- packed full of great gifts for Mom including champagne, rosé, specialty liqueurs, and gourmet goodies! 8609

Between a cellar made from hemp, natural compost fertilizer, recycled glass bottles and labels, and a wind farm on site, this might be the most environmentally friendly winery in the world. This organic wine is thick with flavors of raspberry and blackberry preserves coupled with a smoky savory vein, and it's drinking well right now, so why wait? 8425

This wine makes us think of Eddie Murphy singing "The Greatest Love of All" in a ridiculous wig. (From the movie Coming to America!) This wine is a delicious blend of Zinfandel along with two classic Bordeaux varieties which makes for an excellent pairing with Sicilian pizza or hanger steak. 8201

This Eden Valley Riesling is a serious winner, offering up bunches of tangy ripe limes and grapefruit coupled with a cool mineral quality that really quenches the palate on a warm spring day. This vintage has been rated an impressive 96 points by James Halliday! 8005

Purple Angel is an elegant expression of Carmenere, and its quality and purity of flavor just seem to increase year after year. This 2010 is packed full of savory goodness and earth to match its ripe juicy fruit. In addition to pricing this wine at our cost, we're also including free shipping on any quantity. 7817

This 2009 Chalk Hill Red is a cornucopia of flavors, ranging from ripe red cherries and blackberries to spice and rustic earth tones. We're offering this amazing blend at a huge savings, even lower than it was being offered for a few months ago. It's the ultimate pairing with a nice juicy steak and some mixed greens. 7673

Merry Edwards Sauv Blanc is one of those white wines that really makes us look forward to spring. With its bright acidity and full flavors of pear and fig, It's the perfect wine to celebrate the return of the warm weather. Open a bottle with some seafood and enjoy! 7597

Like the Campo Viejo Tempranillo we posted yesterday, this is another wine where you're getting a huge return on a very small investment. Critics from Wine Advocate and International Wine Cellar both lavished praise on this juicy, nicely balanced Mencia wine that would be a hit at any party. 7457

This is a great Tempranillo in the super-value vein; for just over nine bucks it's a modern expression of Rioja from one of the biggest producers in the region. We love it with a good chicken parmesan or some nice nutty Asiago. 7365

The Bandol AOC is not typically known for its red wines (you'll usually see rosés come out of this region), but the wine world is quickly discovering its potential as a diamond in the rough. This is unique among Provençal reds and shouldn't be passed over! 7249

This is a 100%-Mencia wine with a really fresh, velvety character. We've just received word that the 2011 vintage of this wine has hit our shores, so once our stock of this 2010 vintage is gone, it's gone for good! 7185

This excellent Bordeaux-style blend (made with Cab, Merlot, Cab Franc and others) really reminds us of Chappellet's commitment to making sure the Old World way of doing things is not forgotten in today's fast-paced wine industry. It has the earth that a good Bordeaux should have, but doesn't go overboard on the fruit like some of its California cousins. 6977

This highly limited Chardonnay is back with a vengeance in its 2011 incarnation. If you've tried the 2010, you know that Red Shoulder Ranch produces great fruit for Shafer. The 2011 is a bit creamier by comparison but has the same depth of flavor. 6909

I know this is for wine and not tech related, but it's a gadget nonetheless. This think looks awesome. 6905

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Three of the top wine critics have expressed their fondness for this wine and for the price, the value is through the roof. Right now we're offering free shipping on a case: at checkout just enter the coupon code: Livernano 6789

Wine chart... pretty cool! 6617

Antonio Galloni of The Wine Advocate hails this wine as "masterful" and gives it the potential to develop into a 95-point bottle after some aging time. In our eyes, Sottimano can do no wrong and their take on the Nebbiolo grape is unlike any other! 6585

Melka Jumping Goat Vineyard Metisse 2009, an Iconic Cali Cabernet. "The 2009 Metisse Napa Valley is another huge, totally expressive wine" -Antonio Galloni 5905

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I drank this Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2006 over the weekend. It's still young and needs some air, but the cellaring potential on this bottle is at least 20 years. It has a gorgeous black fruit character and very present tannins. Reminds me of Tuscany. 4389

2010 Cuvee Moriah is a perfect match for a diverse Easter meal. This is a wine I drink frequently because of its versatility. It is flavorful and structured enough to withstand heavier foods but elegant enough to not overpower more delicate dishes. 4313

2010 Cuvee Moriah A near perfect wine for and Easter meal with a variety of foods. Moriah is a Grenache-based blend and one I take home often because of its versatility with food. 4309

I just tried this out of barrel. Yum! Going to be bottled soon but available for pre-purchase now! 2011 Two Brothers Pinot Noir - Donelan Wines, Sonoma Coast, California 4305

This is the only wine pump i've ever used that works. Crate & Barrel. 4201

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Italian Wine Merchants specializes in both red and white wines, collectible, rare and fine wine from Italy. Italian Wine Merchants are known for wine education, wine tasting and wine events as well as wine clubs and wine of the month events. Italian Wine Merchants offers free delivery to New York State for online purchases of Italian wines. Thousands of wines from Chianti, Brunello, Super Tuscans, Amarone, Moscato d' Asti, Barolo and Brunello can be purchased online Italian Wine Merchants online store offers wines from famous winemakers, Quintarelli, Sassicaia, Ornellaia, Gaja, Conterno, Giacosa, Flaccinello, Cannalicchio di Sopra, Valdicava, Gravner, Soldera, Movia, Guado al Tasso, Montevertine and Dal Forno. 4021

After tasting so much red wine in Florence, I need a nice, light, creamy palate cleanser! Barone Pizzini Brut Franciacorta NV is a perfect option. Ageing on the lees gives this wine its delicious toasty notes, while still being bright and fresh. It's a favorite champagne alternative of mine. 3997

Great bottle from a great winery I just discovered! 3817

2010 Venus Roussanne / Viognier - This is one of my personal favorites. A little over $40 but worth every penny. 3761

Just came across this great new winery! Had my first bottle and loved it. Highly recommend.

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One more suggestion: this wine is stunning. Saffron colored, it's not a white, but not a red either. This can be called an "orange" wine and is like nothing you've ever had before. Truly beautiful. 3465

Sparkling is always a good choice. You know, 30% of our portfolio is from outside of Italy. This is a delicious grower champagne that is blended with three vintages of grand cru pinot noir. The 1911 on the bottle refers to how many bottles were produced 3450

We just got this one back in stock and can hardly keep it on hand. walk on the masculine side of Brunello, the organically grown Gianni Brunelli reflects its Montalcino-born namesake in its cypress, leather, smoke and tar-flecked body. A vibrant core of bright red fruits give this deceptively velvety, genial wine a charming personality. This 15-acre estate, founded by the late, great Montalcino restaurateur Gianni Brunelli, crafted just fewer than 1,000 cases of its radiant '06. Drinking now or twenty years from now. 3446

This is one of our top sellers right now, everyone is loving amarone for Valentine's Day. Massimino Venturini succeeds with this rich and fruity bottling of this bold expression of Veneto's most popular varietal trio, Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella. Seductive, smooth, and complementing foods from meat to chocolate, this Amarone will drink over the next ten years, but don't be surprised if you find yourself wanting more and more. 3434

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For your meal, I always love a brunello. It goes with everything from branzino to beef. We just got this one back in and had it open in the showroom yesterday. It's tasting great and will stand up well with salmon. 3378

I'm a big fan of this Alfred Gratien Rose. It's brut, so that means it's not sweet, has light notes of strawberry leaves with tangerine, pears and even Indian spices. It's the classis blend of chardonnay, pinot noir, and pinot meunier 3370

For your white, I would choose this arneis. Again, a very versatile wine that will go with everything you're serving. It's light and crisp with notes of citrus and honey. 3366

For your red, I would definitely recommend this brachetto. It's a slightly effervescent (frizzante) red vinified in the Piemonte region of Italy. It's slightly sweet and will go with a variety of foods from savory to sweet. 3362

Another Valentine's Day favorite is this budget friendly brachetto. I just wrote about it on our blog, inside IWM, and enjoyed it with spicy Indian food. It's slightly sweet and perfect with any spiced meal 3302

This is a great option for Valentine's Day! Sweet, bursting with strawberries and synonymous with love, this recioto is a winner 3298

And for a more full-bodied selection, you can always go with this wonderful super-tuscan from Ornellaia. A union of Tuscan Sangiovese with Bordeaux’s Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. A wine of indulgent opulence and generosity, the tannin of the Cabernet Sauvignon and the acidity of the Sangiovese lend structure and complexity. The outcome is an approachable wine of vibrant crimson displaying ripe red and dark berry fruits, a gentle, round palate, impeccable balance, and a delightfully lingering finish. 3086

Another of our favorites is this Chacra Pinot Noir from Argentina. The head winemaker of Sassicaia purchased this property in Argentia and is making some really lovely pinot 3082

Beth, You mentioned the dolcetto was your favorite over the weekend, and you enjoy a wine that is Pinot Noir-esque. We actually do have several different version of Pinot Noir here at the store, allow me to recommend a few to you: First, this Domaine Chevrot is a 100% pinot noir from the Burgundy region of France. It's light and elegant with roses, violets, cherries and spice. Very nicely integrated tannin, and just over your price point. 3078

And her is the Fontodi we spoke about. Thank you so much for calling in and let me know if you ever need anything! ecriswell@italianwinemerchants.com 2841

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My second recommendation is what you were looking for, a Brunello di Montalcino, but a newer vintage. This is another offering from Antinori, but from a different vineyard. This is a consistently popular seller for IWM and definitely worth a try. 2837

Hi Angie, I have two recommendations for you, this is the first. If your friend enjoys Cabernet and you're looking for an Italian wine, you can't go wrong with a Super Tuscan! This means an Italian wine blended with indigenous grapes as well as Bordeaux grapes (cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, petit verdot, merlot etc). This Guado Al Tasso from storied producer Antinori mean's badger's ford. Badgers forage on the vineyards, cleaning up the weeds and such. It's quite delicious right now, but we recommend decanting for at least four hours before serving 2836

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This Verdicchio would also pair well with seafood. It comes from a region called Le Marche near the Mediterranean coast and is frequently served with fish. The nose proffers bunches of posies and meadow, while on the palate you’ll find Meyer lemon, fleshy stone fruit, a touch of almond and some really nice minerality. 2822

Thanks for reaching out, we're happy to help. This orange wine would do well with your seafood dishes. While finding a pairing for cilantro can be tricky (especially with a white wine) Saharay could be a striking match. Monovarietal Cataratto, showers the drinker with caradamom, cinnamon, grilled peaches, caramel, toasted nuts and minerals 2821

My recommendation for this weekend: Gravner Breg Anfora. This is one of the more astounding wines I've tasted in recent memory. It's an "orange" wine and like nothing I've ever tasted. It's velvety, but chewy, stands up to food and equally delicious on its own. It screams of apricot, honeycomb and delicate spices. This one simply must be tried. 2817

Also, on a personal note, a dear friend of mine owns this winery. I'll be visiting it for the first time myself in mid-February - I'll report back! Their Chianti is amazing, and so is this castle. You'll have a great time on your trip, I'm sure. 2816

Also, I haven't tried this one personally, but it was reviewed on our blog (Inside IWM) a few weeks ago and it's supposed to be cohesive like no other Pinot Grigio out there. 2815

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Another favorite is this Barrura. It's a Carignan blend and a huge crowd pleaser. It will go with everything you have out, even fish tacos. 2810

A great bottle recommended by a friend at Italian Wine Merchants. 2809

First of all, can I come? :) Super Bowl Sunday is a fun time to experiment with different types of wines, different flavor profiles and pairings. A favorite of mine right now is Aldo Conterno Dolcetto 2011 with pizza. It's light, but well rounded, a little spicy, with cherry and blueberry notes, some earth, baking spices and a bit of pepper. It'll go great with nachos too, but it won't stand up to spicy food. 2808

This is one of my new favorites. The 2011 Dolcetto from Barolo great: Conterno. This earthy, smoky, spicy red with notes of blueberry is a great pizza pairing. 2799

This is a perfect compliment to any home cooked Italian dish. It's a very food friendly wine. Showing a nose of wildflower, smoke, earth, dark cherry and red currants it's smooth on the palate with a bit of tannin. A classic Sangiovese blend made from hand picked grapes and vinified in barrique for 12 months followed by another 6 in bottle. RInging in at $21, it's a bargain! 2798

This is one of my favorite go-to wines for winter. It's warming and delicious and it goes great with spicy food. 2796

Piero Antinori's opulent, intense Tignanello represents the very best of the Super-Tuscan movement: traditional methods of winemaking combined with a desire to innovate when innovation creates a better wine. Grown in the Chianti Classico zone and originally born as Chianti Classico Riserva Vigneto Tignanello, Tignanello is a blend of mostly Sangiovese touched with Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc. Ever since Tignanello's inaugural vintage in 1971 as a vino tavola or Super Tuscan, Antinori has made Tignanello only in the best vintages. Always elegant, ripe, smooth and suave, Tignanello invariably offers a sophisticated take on the Super Tuscan; the '09, product of warm weather, adds earlier accessibility to this list, though it's still definitely age-worthy. 2795

Full-bodied and fruit-forward yet always suave, Tignanello is a very complex wine. With great structure, rich mouth-feel, and a long finish, it has rightfully taken its place in the hearts of wine critics, wine collectors and wine-lovers. Always a favorite at IWM tastings, Tignanello shows the elegant side of Sangiovese, and from all indications, the 2009 vintage looks to be spectacular, silky and age-worthy. 2794

It is possible to enjoy the magic of Quintarelli on a budget. His Primofiore is full-bodied and voluptuous. Primofiore is a blend of the customary Valpolicella suspects--Corvina Veronese, Corvinone, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc--which all finish ripening while being stored in wooden boxes. More than that, Primofiore, which means “first press,” gets the juice after the first-run Amarone has run off, adding depth and complexity. Juicy, fresh, and vibrant, Primofiore is the easily accessible Quintarelli, and a delicious wine with flavors of cherry, olives, spices and oak. All the mastery, less money. What's not to love? 2793

There is no doubting Giuseppe’s impact on Valpolicella, the red wine zone located in the northeast corridor of the Veneto, and as with all of his wines, with his Valpolicella, superlatives seem the default setting for Quintarelli. Just as his Amarone is an apotheosis of the wine, so too is his Valpolicella. Savory-sweet, redolent of dark cherries and berries, touched by menthol and spice, it’s a rich, complex, otherworldly wine. This subtle, nuanced gem of a Valpolicella will once again recalibrate the scale for greatness, which is exactly what we expect from Quintarelli. 2792

It is possible to enjoy the magic of Quintarelli on a budget. His Primofiore is full-bodied and voluptuous. Primofiore is a blend of the customary Valpolicella suspects--Corvina Veronese, Corvinone, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc--which all finish ripening while being stored in wooden boxes. More than that, Primofiore, which means “first press,” gets the juice after the first-run Amarone has run off, adding depth and complexity. Juicy, fresh, and vibrant, Primofiore is the easily accessible Quintarelli, and a delicious wine with flavors of cherry, olives, spices and oak. All the mastery, less money. What's not to love? 2791

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This is a great, super affordable sparkling Rose'. I would have never tried this varietal typically but had it as a wine pairing at Momofuku Ko recently. If you like lighter wines this is definitely worth a try. Super tasty and great with shellfish in my opin though I am admittedly a novice when it comes to wine. 2747

Had this on Saturday night. Very tasty and affordable. A Crisp Australian blend. 2708

This is my absolute favorite wine merchant in the city. They have an incredible selection of wines across all price points. Very knowledgeable staff that actually takes the time to explain the product... without any attitude! Been going here for years and can't speak more highly of them.

I passed this bottle numerous times in the past few months, like Pee-Wee did the snakes in the pet store fire! Well, I picked one up today, and its absolutely delicious. Highly recommended, and around $20.. 2581

Excellent and cheap!!!! Its up there with a bottle like Joel Gott Cab where you'd think it cost a lot more then it actually is... 2576

We love this wine, it's very inexpensive and light and refreshing. 2547

This is a fantastic cab a great price point. Right around or just under $20. I'm personally not great at describing wine but Benzinger describes it as rich. Dark berries, little plum, hints of tea, cocoa, and coffee. I agree! 2528

My fav white wine under $20. Layered but light and refreshing, well balanced with notes of peach, pear and melon. Good summer wine. http://www.shooflywines.com/wines/Buzz+Cut/2008/details/10 2513

I LOVE this pinot noir. Light bodied like a pinot but layered and complex. Round mouthfeel, not AT ALL acidic. I think it's about $20 2512

This is a great full bodied wine, dark fruits and a woody finish. A bit jammy. Good wine to bring to a Holiday dinner to accompany rich foods. Can't miss at around $10. 2511

Cool little place, good food - kind of a gastro pub feel that can get pretty crowded.. But the bar is def the focus in the place. It's right off 6th ave on West 10th. I'm not a huge wine drinker but they had a sizable list if i remember correctly. Sounds like a perfect place for what you're looking for.

The CA Vinum series is RIDICULOUS, you can find the Pets on Lot18.com now (thanks to moi). Vinum has pretty much single-handedly changed my mind about domestic value wine. 797

One of my 2 fave QPRs, its one of the best Zins I've had from a former Turley winemaker (who makes the other best Zins I've had) 796

I just had this last week... Great bottle at a great price! But it may not be exactly what you looking for if you looking for something light. 792