PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Arnaud Mortet, based in Gevrey-Chambertin, is the continuation of the celebrated Domaine Denis Mortet, founded in 1991 by Denis after inheriting vineyards from his father Charles. Denis quickly gained international acclaim for his concentrated, meticulous Pinot Noir wines, influenced by the legendary Henri Jayer. Following Denis’s passing in 2006, his son Arnaud took over, supported by his mother Laurence and sister Clémence, and gradually refined the estate’s style toward greater finesse, purity, and terroir transparency. Today, the domaine covers about 11 hectares across Gevrey-Chambertin, Clos de Vougeot, and other prestigious climats, and Arnaud Mortet is regarded as one of Burgundy’s leading winemakers, blending family tradition with modern precision to craft wines of elegance and longevity.

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2019 | D 95 The 2019 Avinodos Cabernet Sauvignon from the Stags Leap District is a powerful yet elegant Napa Valley wine, showcasing ripe dark fruits such as blackberry, cassis, and plum, layered with notes of cocoa, tobacco, leather, and smoky oak. With firm tannins, lively acidity, and a grippy finish, it balances richness with structure, making it both approachable now and age-worthy through 2038. Aged in 100% French oak (50% new), this limited-production wine (125 cases) has earned critical acclaim, including 97 points and Best in Class at the Sunset International Wine Competition, highlighting its depth, complexity, and classic Stags Leap character. About Winery AvinoDos Winery was founded in 2012 by Dan Dexter and his wife Julie, built on a foundation of friendship and deep agricultural roots, with a vision to craft small-lot, single-vineyard Napa Valley wines that embody both quality and community. AvinoDos, meaning “wines from two,” reflects the partnership and shared dream of its founders, who combined Dan’s Midwestern farming heritage with Napa’s winemaking tradition. From the beginning, the winery emphasized authenticity and connection—working closely with local growers, producing varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Zinfandel, Rosé, and Sauvignon Blanc, and inviting wine lovers of all backgrounds to share in the experience. The entrepreneurial spirit of the West shaped their philosophy: to make wines true to Napa’s essence while fostering a welcoming environment rooted in friendship. With guidance from respected winemaker Gustavo Brambila, AvinoDos quickly established itself as a boutique producer known for limited-production, award-winning wines that highlight the character of Napa Valley’s terroir.

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PRE-ORDER Winemaker Notes It has a wonderful straw yellow colour with golden highlights, and the nose offers an elegant bouquet of mineral notes, accompanied by aromas of yellow fruits such as peach, a pungent note of grapefruit and sweet spices. About Winery Domaine Ballot-Millot is a historic, family-run winery based in Meursault, Burgundy, with roots dating back to 1630. Spanning over 16 generations, the 12-hectare estate manages vineyards in Meursault, Pommard, and Volnay. Since 2000, Charles Ballot has led the winery, adopting sustainable, organic-focused practices to produce acclaimed, elegant Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. 

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PRE-ORDER Winemaker Notes It has a wonderful straw yellow colour with golden highlights, and the nose offers an elegant bouquet of mineral notes, accompanied by aromas of yellow fruits such as peach, a pungent note of grapefruit and sweet spices. About Winery Domaine Ballot-Millot is a historic, family-run winery based in Meursault, Burgundy, with roots dating back to 1630. Spanning over 16 generations, the 12-hectare estate manages vineyards in Meursault, Pommard, and Volnay. Since 2000, Charles Ballot has led the winery, adopting sustainable, organic-focused practices to produce acclaimed, elegant Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. 

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Winemaker Notes The 2019 Pinot Noir The Upper Terrace opens with graphite and earth aromas that segue to scents of briary fruits, peppered meats, blood orange and dark spices. Finely silty and super fresh, it boasts concentrated, layered fruit and a very long finish with a flourish of savory accents. About Winery Beaux Frères is the story of an uncommon encounter between the exceptional Willamette Valley, Oregon terroir and Founder Michael Etzel. While on vacation in 1986, Michael Etzel came upon an 88-acre pig farm for sale located on Ribbon Ridge in the Northern Willamette Valley, Yamhill County, Oregon. After some deliberation, Michael purchased the farm with his brother-in-law (“beaux frères”), Robert Parker, Jr. Since their first vintage in 1991, the Beaux Frères philosophy remains the same; to produce a world-class Pinot Noir from small, well-balanced yields and ripe, healthy fruit that represent the essence of the vineyard, while also using organic and biodynamic practices. Today, Beaux Frères is recognized as an exemplary Estate in Oregon.

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PRE-ORDER Winemaker Notes The 2019 Benoit Chevallier Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Aux Boudots is an intense, dark-colored wine featuring complex aromas of dark berries, violets, liquorice, and hints of mint. It is described as powerful and structured, yet balanced by velvety, silky tannins and a fine, persistent mineral finish.  About Winery Domaine Benoît Chevallier is an acclaimed, young Burgundy estate in Vosne-Romanée, established in 2019 by 4th-generation winemaker Benoît Chevallier, formerly an IT engineer. Operating 4 hectares of family vineyards, the winery focuses on organic, hands-on viticulture, producing elegant, structured Pinot Noir with minimal, precise cellar intervention. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Bertagna, based in Vougeot in the Côte de Nuits, has roots dating back to the early 20th century and is today recognized for its extensive holdings across Burgundy’s most prestigious appellations. The estate was revitalized in the 1980s when it was acquired by German entrepreneur Eva Reh, who modernized the winery and expanded its vineyard portfolio to about 21 hectares, including rare monopoles. Among its crown jewels is the Clos de la Perrière, a historic monopole vineyard in Vougeot classified as Premier Cru, which has been cultivated since the Middle Ages by monks of the Cîteaux Abbey. Bertagna’s stewardship of Clos de la Perrière continues this centuries-old legacy, producing Pinot Noir wines celebrated for their depth, elegance, and ability to age gracefully, making the domaine a key player in Burgundy’s modern and historical narrative.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Bertagna, based in Vougeot in the Côte de Nuits, has roots dating back to the early 20th century and is today recognized for its extensive holdings across Burgundy’s most prestigious appellations. The estate was revitalized in the 1980s when it was acquired by German entrepreneur Eva Reh, who modernized the winery and expanded its vineyard portfolio to about 21 hectares, including rare monopoles. Among its crown jewels is the Clos de la Perrière, a historic monopole vineyard in Vougeot classified as Premier Cru, which has been cultivated since the Middle Ages by monks of the Cîteaux Abbey. Bertagna’s stewardship of Clos de la Perrière continues this centuries-old legacy, producing Pinot Noir wines celebrated for their depth, elegance, and ability to age gracefully, making the domaine a key player in Burgundy’s modern and historical narrative.

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Winemaker Notes Colore is the highest expression of Bibi Graetz dream. The drive of this wine is to create a pure excellence of Tuscany, a wine made with traditional Tuscan grapes sourced from some of the oldest and rarest vineyards of the region. Sangiovese represent the structure and the power of the wine, Colorino fruits and velvety tannins, Canaiolo minerality and intensity. On the best few barrels of the whole production will become Colore. About Winery From a medieval castle, Castello di Vincigliata, acquired by his parents over 60 years ago, winemaker Bibi Graetz crafts his wines on a hillside overlooking the great city of Florence. Beginning initially with only a small, 5-acre vineyard on this hillside in Fiesole, in little under two decades, Bibi has become one of Italy's most ingenious winemakers adding "cult winemaker" in addition to "talented abstract artist" to his dossier. Since the release of his first wines in 2000 and without any formal training, Bibi Graetz has managed to stir-up the Tuscan wine scene, and with the creation of Testamatta and Colore, has made his name eponymous with great Tuscan wines. Regularly scoring in the high 90’s with wine publications like Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, and James Suckling, coupled with his unique and artisanal winemaking approach, Bibi Graetz’s wines have garnered a loyal following among wine collectors and wine trade. Sourcing grapes from parcels of old vines around Tuscany give the Bibi reds great depth and soul; while grapes from vines on the Isola del Giglio have provided proof that Tuscany can be known for beautiful white wines as well. This affinity for old vines allows for the concentrated yet elegant wines of Bibi Graetz making this portfolio a collectible from Tuscan producers. His passion for producing his flagship wines exclusively from traditional varieties of Sangiovese, Colorino, and Canaiolo for the reds and the indigenous varieties of Ansonica and Vermentino for his whites have resulted in very distinctive wines that consistently set his wines apart from those from the rest of Tuscany, and Italy.

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Winemaker Notes Elegance, this is the word that describes Testamatta 2019. The 20th Anniversary of Testamatta is a real milestone, the peak of quality that I was searching in my Sangiovese since the first vintage in 2000. Testamatta 2019 is perfectly balanced with deep layers which shown an incredible complexity. "Testamatta" – "crazy-head" in Italian - is the best word to describe Bibi Graetz: a positive, creative and passionate person. Testamatta wine expresses the purity, minerality and transparency of Sangiovese from old vines on the top of the hills characterized by soils rich of stones. A Super tuscan made with 100% Sangiovese, result of the combination of tradition and creativity. About Winery From a medieval castle, Castello di Vincigliata, acquired by his parents over 60 years ago, winemaker Bibi Graetz crafts his wines on a hillside overlooking the great city of Florence. Beginning initially with only a small, 5-acre vineyard on this hillside in Fiesole, in little under two decades, Bibi has become one of Italy's most ingenious winemakers adding "cult winemaker" in addition to "talented abstract artist" to his dossier.  Since the release of his first wines in 2000 and without any formal training, Bibi Graetz has managed to stir-up the Tuscan wine scene, and with the creation of Testamatta and Colore, has made his name eponymous with great Tuscan wines. Regularly scoring in the high 90’s with wine publications like Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate, and James Suckling, coupled with his unique and artisanal winemaking approach, Bibi Graetz’s wines have garnered a loyal following among wine collectors and wine trade. Sourcing grapes from parcels of old vines around Tuscany give the Bibi reds great depth and soul; while grapes from vines on the Isola del Giglio have provided proof that Tuscany can be known for beautiful white wines as well. This affinity for old vines allows for the concentrated yet elegant wines of Bibi Graetz making this portfolio a collectible from Tuscan producers. His passion for producing his flagship wines exclusively from traditional varieties of Sangiovese, Colorino, and Canaiolo for the reds and the indigenous varieties of Ansonica and Vermentino for his whites have resulted in very distinctive wines that consistently set his wines apart from those from the rest of Tuscany, and Italy.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur is a historic Burgundy estate in Volnay, with roots dating back to the 1800s, when the Bitouzet and Prieur families began cultivating vines in the Côte de Beaune. The domaine was formally established in 1885 and has remained family-run for generations, producing wines from prestigious appellations such as Volnay, Meursault, and Puligny-Montrachet. Vincent Bitouzet, who studied oenology in Dijon, took over in the 1970s and, alongside his wife Annie Prieur, modernized the estate while preserving traditional methods. Today, their son François Bitouzet continues the legacy, emphasizing organic viticulture and restrained winemaking to highlight terroir expression. Known for elegant, age-worthy Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur is regarded as one of Volnay’s benchmark producers, blending centuries of heritage with contemporary precision.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur is a historic Burgundy estate in Volnay, with roots dating back to the 1800s, when the Bitouzet and Prieur families began cultivating vines in the Côte de Beaune. The domaine was formally established in 1885 and has remained family-run for generations, producing wines from prestigious appellations such as Volnay, Meursault, and Puligny-Montrachet. Vincent Bitouzet, who studied oenology in Dijon, took over in the 1970s and, alongside his wife Annie Prieur, modernized the estate while preserving traditional methods. Today, their son François Bitouzet continues the legacy, emphasizing organic viticulture and restrained winemaking to highlight terroir expression. Known for elegant, age-worthy Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur is regarded as one of Volnay’s benchmark producers, blending centuries of heritage with contemporary precision.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Jean-Yves Bizot revived his family’s small Vosne-Romanée domaine in 1995, transforming it into one of Burgundy’s most admired artisanal wineries. His grandfather had farmed the vineyards part-time, while his father, a pediatrician, rented them out rather than making wine. Dissatisfied with the style of Burgundy wines from the 1970s and 1980s, Bizot looked back to earlier generations for inspiration, emphasizing purity, terroir expression, and minimal intervention. Today, Domaine Bizot spans just 3.5 hectares, yet produces highly sought-after Pinot Noir noted for its subtlety, emotion, and experimental spirit, reflecting Bizot’s instinct-driven approach rather than adherence to convention.

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PRE-ORDER Winemaker Notes The 2019 Domaine Bruno Clair Marsannay "Les Grasses Têtes" is a structured, intense Pinot Noir from a top-tier producer. It offers a perfumed bouquet of red cherry, raspberry, and violet, with a concentrated palate of dark fruits, velvety tannins, and a long, mineral-driven finish. This 100% Pinot Noir is highly rated (approx. 90-92 pts) and known for its aging potential.  About Winery Founded in 1979 in Marsannay by Bruno Clair, this prestigious Burgundy estate rose from the ashes of the fractured Clair-Daü domain, becoming a leader in the Côte de Nuits. The estate boasts top vineyard holdings, including a rare, high-quality plot in Bonnes-Mares, utilizing sustainable, low-intervention techniques and focusing on terroir-driven, elegant, and long-lived Pinot Noir. 

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PRE-ORDER Winemaker Notes The 2019 Domaine Buisson-Charles Meursault 1er Cru "La Goutte d'Or" is described by winemaker Patrick Essa as a powerful, "burly" wine characterized by its muscularity, tension, and extraordinary concentration. He famously contrasts its character with other crus by stating, "If Bouches-Chères is a gymnast, Goutte d'Or is a rugby player."  About Winery Domaine Buisson-Charles, established in 1919 in Meursault, Burgundy, is a4th-generation family estate renowned for producing high-quality, long-aging white wines. Now managed by Patrick Essa and Catherine Buisson, the 6-hectare estate focuses on low-yield, organic-style viticulture and precise, low-intervention winemaking to express unique, old-vine terroirs. 

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Winemaker Notes The 2019 Cakebread Dancing Bear Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain, Napa Valley, California, USA) is a powerful and complex wine. It opens with aromas of pine bark, cedar, cherries, and faint herbal notes. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, ripe and concentrated, with a touch of creaminess at the mid-palate. Flavors of dark chocolate, black pepper, tar, and ripe black fruits are supported by firm tannins and lavish oak, accented by graphite, pencil shavings, and clove. The finish is long, mouthwatering, and layered, showing both richness and elegance. This vintage includes a small percentage of Merlot, adding depth and approachability, while still reflecting the bold character of Howell Mountain fruit. About Winery  Cakebread Cellars was founded in 1973 by Jack and Dolores Cakebread in Rutherford, Napa Valley, California. Their journey began when Jack, originally a photographer, visited Napa to shoot images for a wine book and ended up purchasing a small ranch. From those modest beginnings, the family built a winery that quickly gained recognition for its Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, later expanding into Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and other varietals. Over the decades, Cakebread Cellars has grown into one of Napa Valley’s most respected family-owned wineries, known for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and hospitality, with wines now distributed internationally.

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PRE-ORDER Winemaker Notes The 2019 Maison Caroline Lestimé Savigny-lès-Beaune "Les Planchots" Blanc presents a bright, perfumed nose characterized by notes of lemon, wet stones, and faint herbs. On the palate, this Chardonnay-based wine displays a beautiful "sucrocité" and a sleek, round texture that is expertly balanced by a vibrant, lively acidity on the finish. Crafted with minimal "bâttonage" (lees stirring) to preserve the purity of its fruit, the wine maintains a seamless interplay between oak, fruit, and earth, ensuring a fresh yet intense expression that is built to age gracefully for several years.  About Winery Established in 1960 in Chassagne-Montrachet, Burgundy, by Jean-Noël Gagnard, this esteemed domaine is currently led by his daughter, Caroline Lestimé, who took over in 1989. Under her, the 12-14 hectare estate became known for organic, site-specific wines, focusing on precise, elegant Chardonnays, particularly from top Premier Cru sites like Les Caillerets. 

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Winemaker Notes A push of fresh acidity midpalate adds details of loam, marinated olive and orange peel that linger effortlessly around the core fruit flavors and integrated, lithe tannins. Shows lots of promise, which should reward cellaring. Drink now through 2036. About Winery Bodega Catena Zapata is one of Argentina's high-altitude Malbec pioneers. The Catena family began making wine in Mendoza in 1902. Nicolas Catena, third generation family vintner, was one of the first to see the potential of Mendoza's mountain vineyards for producing high quality Malbec. In 1994, he became the first Argentine to export a world-class bottling of Malbec under the Catena label. Nicolas is joined by his daughter, Dr. Laura Catena, in their relentless pursuit of world-class quality from the family's high-altitude vineyards. Laura has done extensive work in introducing Malbec and other varietal plant selections, soil and climate analysis, and sustainable practices throughout Mendoza. Head winemaker, Alejandro Vigil, has been at Catena Zapata since 2002 and works with Laura and Nicolas to make wines that express the family's vineyards and palate.

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Winemaker Notes Caymus has a signature style that is dark in color, with rich fruit and ripe tannins – as approachable in youth as in maturity. Since its founding in 1972, Caymus has become renowned as a consistent leader in the production of Napa Valley Cabernet. Grapes for this wine are farmed in a range of Napa’s sub-appellations – from Coombsville to Calistoga – with fruit from the valley floor creating lushness and the hillsides providing backbone. Diversification enables us to make the best possible wine in a given year, featuring layered, lush aromas and flavors, including cocoa, cassis and ripe berries. About Winery In 1972, Chuck Wagner started Caymus Vineyards with his parents, Charlie and Lorna, with a humble plan and an uncharted future. The Wagner family were farmers with deep roots in the Napa Valley – in 1857, Chuck Wagner’s great-great grandfather captained a wagon train to California from Bible Grove, Missouri. Working together for decades, Chuck Wagner and his parents established the family’s work ethic, appetite for innovation, down-to-earth sensibility, and deep appreciation of the pleasures of good food and wine enjoyed with family and friends.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Domaine Chandon de Briailles, established in 1834, is a historic Burgundy estate located in Savigny-lès-Beaune, with vineyards also in Pernand-Vergelesses and Aloxe-Corton. Owned by the same family since its founding, the domaine is today run by siblings Claude and François de Nicolay, who took over in the late 20th century. Originally managed by their mother, the estate shifted from organic to biodynamic viticulture in 2005, achieving certification in 2012. With 13.7 hectares of vines, including prestigious Grand Cru holdings in Corton and Corton-Charlemagne, Chandon de Briailles is known for producing elegant, age-worthy wines through minimalist winemaking, whole-cluster fermentations, and a focus on terroir expression.

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PRE-ORDER Winemaker Notes The 2019 Chapelle d'Ausone, a second wine of Château Ausone, exhibits a blend of 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot. The wine offers aromas of blackberries and black cherries with violets and red roses. The palate is full-bodied with integrated, velvety tannins and a fresh, sweet fruit finish with an orange-peel undertone.  About Winery Chapelle d'Ausone, produced at the Château Ausone in Saint-Émilion, is a second wine that showcases the estate's winemaking skills and terroir. It's made from younger vines and some declassified Ausone, offering a unique expression of Bordeaux. Chapelle d'Ausone is known for its elegant and flavorful profile, often featuring notes of red and black fruits, spices, and violets. 

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Charles Lachaux is a rising star in Burgundy, known for his innovative viticultural practices and stewardship of his family estate, Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux in Vosne-Romanée. Son of Pascal Lachaux, Charles studied oenology in Beaune and gained international winemaking experience in the United States, New Zealand, South Africa, and Bordeaux before returning home to Burgundy. Taking over the domaine, formerly known as Robert Arnoux, he introduced bold vineyard experiments such as high-density planting, regenerative farming, and a strong focus on terroir expression. Alongside running the family estate, he also launched his own micro-négociant label, producing wines from both family-owned vines and trusted growers. Today, Charles is celebrated as one of Burgundy’s most exciting young winemakers, blending tradition with forward-thinking viticulture to craft wines of precision and vitality.

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