Saint-Chinian Expert Club 2021

$13.00

Merlot

Oxford Landing Merlot is a medium-bodied red wine from South Australia with a crimson color and purple hues. Soft, velvety tannins characterize the supple mouthfeel, making it a reliable and easy-drinking single-varietal wine. It pairs exceptionally well with roast lamb, grilled vegetables, or creamy tomato-based pasta dishes.Region:South AustraliaTasting notes:The nose reveals enticing aromas of milk chocolate, plum, and red berries, complemented by subtle notes of cedar and spices. The palate is vibrant with flavors of plums and red cherry, offering a tightly structured yet generous finish with persistent fruit.

$14.00

Saint-Nicolas de Bourgueil Dumnacus

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$26.00

BiB Sicilia Bianco Red

Ronco Sicilia Rosso is a red wine from Sicily, Italy, often packaged in a 3-liter Bag-in-Box format. It is typically a blend featuring Nero d'Avola along with other varieties like Sangiovese or Frappato. The wine is characterized by a deep ruby red color and a bouquet of fresh wild berries, including strawberry and blackberry, sometimes accompanied by notes of cocoa and tobacco. This versatile wine has an alcohol content of approximately 12.5% and pairs well with red meats, savory pasta dishes, and mature cheeses.Region:SicilyTasting notes:The nose is elegant and fruity with notes of cherry, plum, and red berries, alongside light vegetal tones of myrtle and juniper. Hints of pepper, sweet spices, cocoa, tobacco, mint, and graphite are also present. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and harmonious with well-defined tannins and a bitter aftertaste featuring cherry nuances. The finish is mineral and refreshed by balsamic sensations.

$24.20

Valpolicella DOC

Tommasi's Valpolicella Classico is a traditional wine that has been synonymous with quality and authentic local style since 1902. Joyful and crisp, it offers a fresh sensory experience similar to biting into the first cherries of the season. The wine is a balanced blend of 60% Corvina, 30% Rondinella, and 10% Molinara grapes, with the latter adding unique notes of fresh herbs. It features a bright ruby red color and an intense nose of red fruits and fragrant cherries. Region:Veneto, ItalyTasting notes:On the palate, the wine is light, supple, and well-balanced, making it a versatile pairing for pasta, pizza, white meats, and aged cheeses.

$22.00

Rosso di Toscana IGT

Santa Cristina Rosso is a vibrant red blend from Tuscany, Italy, crafted by the renowned Antinori winery. It features a ruby red color with purple highlights and offers an intense bouquet of red fruits like cherries, raspberries, and blackberries, often accompanied by floral notes and hints of vanilla or balsamic. It is primarily composed of Sangiovese blended with varieties such as Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon, resulting in a smooth and fruity finish. This versatile wine pairs excellently with a wide range of dishes, including pasta with meat sauces, grilled meats, poultry, and medium-aged cheeses.Region:TuscanyTasting notes:Ruby red with violet hues. The nose offers fruity and floral aromas with notes of cherries, blueberries, and currants that meet hints of vanilla, cocoa, and coffee. The palate is enveloping, supple, and mouth-filling with a pleasant fruity finish.

$24.60

''Fiulot'', Barbera d'Asti DOC

Prunotto Fiulot Barbera d'Asti is an intense, vibrant ruby red wine from Piedmont, Italy, crafted from 100% Barbera grapes. The name Fiulot, meaning boy in local dialect, reflects its youthful and delicate character. On the nose, it offers a fragrant bouquet of red cherries, plums, and blackberries, often complemented by a subtle hint of spice. This versatile red wine pairs excellently with simple dishes such as hors d'oeuvres, soups, risotto, and various pasta recipes.Region:PiedmontTasting notes:The nose reveals vinous and fruity aromas with notes of plums and cherries. On the palate, the wine is fragrant, fresh, and exceptionally pleasant.

$35.20

"La Vignée", Bourgogne AOP Red

Bouchard Pere Fils La Vignée Bourgogne Pinot Noir is a classic red Burgundy that exhibits a bright ruby color and a fine, subtle bouquet with aromas of small black fruits like cherry and blackcurrant, often accompanied by licorice and spice notes. On the palate, the wine is smooth, supple, and well-balanced, featuring silky tannins and a harmonious finish with a nice length of red fruit flavors. It is crafted from 100% Pinot Noir grapes sourced from various terroirs across the Burgundy region, including the Côte d'Or, and is partially aged in oak to add complexity while maintaining freshness. This versatile wine pairs excellently with a variety of dishes, such as cured meats, coq au vin, beef stew, or creamy French cheeses like Camembert. It is designed to be approachable in its youth but can also be cellared for several years to develop further earthy and forest floor characteristics.Region:BurgundyTasting notes:The nose reveals elegant small fruit flavors. On the palate, the wine is pleasantly balanced, revealing a harmonious blend of fruit and terroir. It is fresh when young and can develop more mature pinot noir notes with 3 to 5 years of aging.

$15.80

"Classic" Merlot

Montes Classic Series Merlot is a bright ruby-red wine from Chile's Colchagua Valley that expresses intense aromas of fresh red and black fruits, such as strawberries, plums, and figs. These fruity notes intermingle with spicy hints of nutmeg and black pepper, complemented by delicate aromas of chocolate, tobacco, and toasted nuts from aging in French oak. It is well-balanced with a rich natural acidity and a long, fruity finish with a touch of fresh tobacco. This versatile Merlot pairs excellently with a variety of dishes, including grilled meats, pasta with red sauce, creamy cheeses, and savory preparations like lasagna or slow-cooked beef.Region:Colchagua ValleyTasting notes:The nose reveals intense aromas of fresh red and black fruits, such as strawberries, plums, and figs, complemented by spicy notes of black pepper and nutmeg, and hints of vanilla, mocha, and chocolate from French oak. The palate is smooth and well-balanced with a medium body, featuring flavors of ripe berries and plums alongside soft, round tannins and a touch of tobacco. The finish is long, elegant, and fruit-driven.

$20.20

"An 806", Corbières AOP

Gérard Bertrand An 806 Corbières is a refined red blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre from the Languedoc region of France. It features a deep ruby color with a complex nose of ripe red fruits, Mediterranean herbs, and subtle spices like mocha and coffee. The finish is long and harmonious, often displaying a toasty edge or a hint of white peppercorn. This versatile wine pairs exceptionally well with grilled red meats, lamb, tagines, and matured cheeses.Region:Languedoc-RoussillonTasting notes:On the palate, the wine is medium-to-full-bodied and well-balanced, offering smooth, fine-grained tannins with flavors of dark cherries, blackcurrants, and a touch of licorice.

$11.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

Woolshed Cabernet Sauvignon is an impressive Australian red wine from North West Victoria featuring a deep red color with pink tinges. Crafted from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, it is matured on oak to add complexity, resulting in fine, lingering tannins and a textured mouthfeel. This versatile wine pairs excellently with roast lamb or pasta with a rich beef ragout and can be cellared for up to five years.Region: Victoria, AustraliaTasting notes: Deep red with pink tinges on the rim. Plum jam and coffee aromas with nuances of cherry and chocolate. Mature flavours of berry-fruit preserves, coffee and chocolate on a silky smooth palate. On the palate, it offers mature flavors of berry-fruit preserves and dark chocolate with a silky smooth, well-structured finish.

$11.00

Merlot

Woolshed Merlot is a premium red wine from Victoria, Australia, crafted from grapes grown in the Woolshed estate vineyards. The wine features a deep ruby red color with pink tinges on the rim. With an alcohol content of approximately 14%, this medium-bodied Merlot is an excellent partner for slowly braised lamb, veal shanks, or pasta dishes with sun-dried tomatoes and black olives. It is typically matured to ensure a high-quality expression of the terroir, reflecting the careful vegetative control and environment of the North West Victoria region.Region:Victoria, AustraliaTasting notes:Deep red with pink tinges on the rim. Plum jam and coffee aromas with nuances of cherry and chocolate. Mature flavours of berry-fruit preserves, coffee and chocolate on a silky smooth palate.

$11.00

"Marius", Pays d'Oc IGP Red

M. Chapoutier Marius Red Pays d'Oc is a powerful and concentrated blend of Syrah and Grenache grapes from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of Southern France. Visually, the wine presents a deep ruby or purple color with dense, clear glints. This versatile red wine finishes with a persistent minerality and spice, making it an excellent pairing for grilled meats, stews, Mediterranean cuisine, or casual meals with friends.Region:Languedoc-RoussillonTasting notes:The nose reveals powerful and complex aromas of dark spices, red berries, and a delicate floral touch. On the palate, the wine is concentrated and structured with a powerful attack and a tinge of silky tannins, featuring prominent red fruit flavors.

$13.00

Cabernet Sauvignon / Shiraz

Oxford Landing Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz is a medium-bodied red wine from South Australia with a dark red color and crimson hues. It features layers of dark cherry and blackberry flavors complemented by soft, supple tannins and a long, succulent finish. This sustainably produced and vegan-friendly wine pairs excellently with grilled steak, rack of lamb, or hearty vegetable dishes like massaman curry.Region:Riverland

$13.00

Shiraz

Oxford Landing Shiraz is a dark purple wine with red hues, featuring fresh plum and subtle vanilla oak aromas with hints of violets. The generous silky palate offers blueberry and plum fruit flavors, complemented by soft, supple tannins with hints of milk chocolate and warm spices. Bright fruit flavors linger during a long, succulent finish, making it an approachable and fruit-forward choice. It pairs excellently with lightly spiced ragù, massaman vegetable curry, or grilled meats. Produced sustainably in South Australia's Riverland region, this vegan-friendly wine is matured in French and American oak barrels to add subtle complexity.Region:South AustraliaTasting notes:The nose reveals fresh plum and subtle vanilla oak with hints of violets and floral aromas. On the generous silky palate, it features blueberry and plum fruit, complemented by soft, supple tannins with hints of milk chocolate and warm spices. The finish is long, succulent, and characterized by lingering bright fruit flavors.

$11.00

Organic "6ème Sens", Pays d'Oc IGP Red

Gérard Bertrand 6ème Sens Red is a dynamic wine from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France, crafted from a blend of Syrah, Merlot, Grenache, and Cabernet Sauvignon. It features a deep ruby appearance with purple hues and a complex nose dominated by aromas of fresh red fruits, blackcurrant, raspberries, and subtle hints of vanilla and spice. This versatile red is an excellent companion for grilled meats like lamb and beef, as well as Mediterranean dishes such as pasta or ratatouille. Produced using sustainable organic and biodynamic practices, it serves as a sensory expression of the diverse South of France terroir.Region:Languedoc-RoussillonTasting notes:The nose reveals aromas of red berries and blackcurrant, with floral hints of violet and spice. On the palate, the wine is smooth and well-rounded, featuring an aromatic palette of fresh red fruits, blackcurrant, and vanilla. The finish is long and silky with fine tannins and notes of dark chocolate and toasted oak.

$15.80

"Full Berry Fermentation"

Region:Stellenbosch, South AfricaTasting notes:The nose reveals juicy aromas of blackberry, plum, and wild black fruits with a hint of spice and savoury earthiness. On the palate, the wine is refreshing and lively with notes of cranberry compote, ground coffee, and red berries. The finish is clean and lingering with supple tannins and attractive spice.

$35.20

Graves AOC

Chateau Haut-Selve Red is a powerful and well-balanced Graves wine, typically a blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. It features a vibrant ruby color with intense aromas of woodsy oak, herbs de Provence, black fruits, and peony flowers. The palate is full-bodied and dense, offering juicy ripe red fruits followed by jammy blue and black fruits, warm vanilla, and nuances of baked spices. It is characterized by its round, mellow flavor and fine, structuring tannins that lead to a rich finish with hints of minerality. This elegant Bordeaux red is matured for 12 months in French oak barrels and pairs excellently with roasted, braised, or grilled meats, lamb, and aged cheeses.Region:Graves, BordeauxTasting notes:The nose is complex with aromas of black fruits, Provençal herbs, and floral notes like dried roses and peony. Subtle notes of roasting, leather, and oak are also present. On the palate, the wine is dense, racy, and well-balanced with a dominant fruitiness, hints of licorice, and fine, structuring tannins. The finish is long and elegant with floral and violet notes.

$28.60

Pinot Noir

Allan Scott Pinot Noir from Marlborough, New Zealand, features aromas of spice, currant, and dark Ghana chocolate. It provides a long, luxurious finish reminiscent of cherry jam and warm black tea. This vibrantly concentrated wine is crafted using sustainable practices and traditional Burgundian techniques, including cold maceration and wild fermentation. It pairs excellently with rich, flavorsome foods such as roasted pork, lamb, or tomato-based pasta dishes.Region:MarlboroughTasting notes:The palate offers a juicy cherry mouthfeel that balances the grippy bitterness of dark cocoa tannins

$18.90

"Limited Selection"

Montes Limited Selection Cabernet Sauvignon - Carmenere is a premium red wine blend from the Colchagua Valley in Chile, featuring a deep ruby red color. It is crafted from a blend of approximately 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Carmenere, with a portion of the wine aged in French oak barrels to add complexity and elegance. This versatile wine pairs excellently with stir-fried beef, pork chops, spaghetti Bolognese, and mushroom risotto.Region:ApaltaTasting notes:The nose is very fruity with intense aromas of ripe red and black fruits, such as cherry, blackberry, black plum, and dried fig. These are complemented by spicy notes of red and black pepper, nutmeg, vanilla, and fresh tobacco, with hints of coffee and dark chocolate from oak aging. On the palate, the wine is balanced, enveloping, and medium-to-full-bodied, featuring soft, rounded tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, persistent finish with notes of mocha and fruit.

$18.90

"Belleruche", Côtes-du-Rhône AOP Red

M. Chapoutier Belleruche Red Côtes du Rhône is a rich and complex wine crafted from a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes sourced from the southern Rhône Valley. It features a deep garnet color. This versatile red reflects the unique terroir of stony-marl and clay-limestone soils, making it an excellent pairing for grilled meats, hearty stews, and traditional Provencal dishes like herbed leg of lamb.Region:Rhône ValleyTasting notes:The nose is intense and fruity, featuring notes of blackcurrant, raspberry, and white pepper. On the palate, the wine is juicy and powerful with red fruit and roasted notes, supported by silky, delicate tannins.