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WHAT WE DO

Mission

Since 1933, our mission has been firmly rooted in our core values of family, integrity, respect, honesty, and hard work. We are deeply committed to upholding these principles for our team members, customers and suppliers alike. We seek to build and maintain longlasting relationships based on trust and reliability. By honoring our heritage and embracing innovation, we aim to continuously improve and adapt to meet the evolving needs of our industry, while responsibly contributing to the communities we serve. Together, we strive to elevate the spirit of hospitality and foster a vibrant and respectful culture in all facets of the organization and beyond.

Regional Distributor

We represent a broad portfolio of wines and spirits from around the globe, ranging from local craft distillers and producers to multinational brands. With one of the most diverse selections of fine wines and spirits on the market, our portfolio satisfies the interests of both the everyday consumer and the discerning connoisseur.

National Supplier

We act as a national supplier for a growing selection of domestic and international wine and spirit brands, partnering with a vast brokerage and wholesaler network across the country.

Producer & Bottler

Company Timeline

Since our inception in 1933, we have been rectifying and bottling spirits, creating brands, and managing nationwide rollouts. Today, we are proud to be fully operational in our new state-of-the-art production and bottling facility in Boston, MA.

SUPPLIER HIGHLIGHTS

- Wine -

- Spirits -

GRANRIVIERA

- New & Notable -

Established in 1947, Canella stands as a distinguished and historically significant producer renowned for crafting some of Italy’s best-selling fruitbased cocktails, drawing inspiration from the vibrant colors and flavors of Venice. As a family-owned and operated enterprise, it embodies a rich legacy of tradition, passion, and expertise spanning three generations. Since 1988, Canella has been at the forefront of innovation, introducing the groundbreaking 1° Bellini in a bottle, thereby establishing a new standard within the industry. As one of the few IFS-certified producers of fruit-based cocktails, Canella adheres strictly to rigorous safety and quality standards. Its unwavering commitment to excellence is reflected in its meticulous sourcing and production processes, which entail complete control over fruit harvesting and Prosecco production, coupled with a patented natural sparkling fermentation method. Consequently, Canella’s cocktails are devoid of artificial colorants, preservatives, or aromas, and require no artificial carbonation, ensuring a truly authentic and pure taste experience.

Experience Venice in a bottle with a glass of Canella! www.granriviera.com | www.ethicawines.com

*All pricing is frontline, please inquire for discounts *

Crafted with the fresh citrus essence of Sicilian orange juice and Calabrian bergamot, together with fine Italian sparkling wine, Granriviera Mimosa is more than a drink - It’s an invitation to savor the authentic flavors and elegance of Italy.

- New & Notable -

Chardonnay shows up in some remarkably diverse places but few as breathtaking as the Roussillon, where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean. From vineyards, just a stone’s throw from the beach and within view of the historic Mont Canigou, Eric Solomon and Jean-Marc Lafage have created Novellum, a refined, aromatic, and elegant Chardonnay that is aged in tank (80%) and neutral French barrels(20%). www.europeancellars.com

*All pricing is frontline, please inquire for discounts *

LES JAMELLES

- New & Notable -

If one had to sum up the history of Les Jamelles wines in a few words, “the fruit of auspicious encounters” would be the natural choice… The history of these wines has been punctuated by several more or less fortuitous encounters that led to the creation of the brand in the early 1990s and to its development over the last two decades.

It was inevitable that Catherine, the daughter of Beaujolais winegrowers, and Laurent, representing the 5th generation of a family of Burgundian negociants, meet at university in 1986 where they were both studying oenology.

Winemaker Catherine Delaunay is passionate about the diversity of wines and vineyards and possessed by a love for the earth and a penchant for well-executed work. She considers her cuvées as moments of pleasure for those who taste them. The harmony between the wine, the context, and the people who share in its enjoyment represents her vision of the perfect accord. www.grapejuicegroup.com

*All pricing is frontline, please inquire for discounts *

BODEGAS CARE

- New & Notable -

WINEMAKER

Nacho Lázaro

REGION/SUBREGION

Aragón

Cariñena

Danny Keefe | 970-471-4182 danny@grapejuicegroup.com

BODEGAS CARE

BODEGAS CARE

BLANCO SOBRE LIAS

VINEYARD LOCATION ELEVATION

FARMING PRACTICES

AVERAGE VINE AGE

METHOD

WINEMAKER

BODEGAS CARE

BODEGAS CARE

BODEGAS CARE

GARNACHA BLANCA NATIVA

SOLIDARITY ROS É DOP

TINTO SOBRE LIAS DOP

“Cariñena is one of the oldest regions in Spain with a hot, dry Mediterranean climate. Our four estates provide 100% of the grapes that give Bodegas Care wines their strength, personality, and character. With our roots in tradition, our wine’s primitive labels, inspired by artist, Enrique Torrijos, depict the many faces that are universally identified as Care wines.”

VINEYARD LOCATION

FARMING PRACTICES

AVERAGE VINE AGE

CASE PRODUCTION

TRELLIS SYSTEM

VARIETAL/BLEND

GARNACHA NATIVA DOP

“Cariñena is one of the oldest regions in Spain with a hot, dry Mediterranean climate. Our four estates provide 100% of the grapes that give Bodegas Care wines their strength, personality, and character. With our roots in tradition, our wine’s primitive labels, inspired by artist, Enrique Torrijos, depict the many faces that are universally identified as Care wines.”

“Cariñena is one of the oldest regions in Spain with a hot, dry Mediterranean climate. Our four estates provide 100% of the grapes that give Bodegas Care wines their strength, personality, and character. With our roots in tradition, our wine’s primitive labels, inspired by artist, Enrique Torrijos, depict the many faces that are universally identified as Care wines.”

“Cariñena is one of the oldest regions in Spain with a hot, dry Mediterranean climate. Our four estates provide 100% of the grapes that give Bodegas Care wines their strength, personality, and character. With our roots in tradition, our wine’s primitive labels, inspired by artist, Enrique Torrijos, depict the many faces that are universally identified as Care wines.”

VINEYARD LOCATION

“Cariñena is one of the oldest regions in Spain with a hot, dry Mediterranean Our four estates provide 100% of the grapes that give Bodegas Care wines their personality, and character. With our roots in tradition, our wine’s primitive labels, artist, Enrique Torrijos, depict the many faces that are universally identified as

VINEYARD LOCATION

Cariñena

VINEYARD LOCATION

600-800 meters above sea level

FARMING PRACTICES

AVERAGE VINE AGE

CASE PRODUCTION

TRELLIS SYSTEM

Cariñena

600-800 meters above sea level

ELEVATION

SOIL TYPE

Clay and limestone

FARMING PRACTICES

21 Years

AVERAGE VINE AGE

CASE PRODUCTION

Bush trained

Cariñena

600-800 meters above sea level

2,000-2,400 meters above sea level

Rocky, poor soils

FARMING PRACTICES

19 Years

AVERAGE VINE AGE

8.000 cases

CASE PRODUCTION

40.000 cases

5.6 Hl/Ha

5.6 Hl/Ha

YIELD

TRELLIS SYSTEM

TRELLIS SYSTEM

Grenache Blanc (60%), Chardonnay (40%)

VARIETAL/BLEND

FILTRATION METHOD

FILTRATION METHOD

MACERATION/FERMENTATION

MACERATION/FERMENTATION

AGING CONTAINER ALCOHOL BY VOLUME

Nacho Lázaro

REGION/SUBREGION

Aragón

Cariñena

Danny Keefe | 970-471-4182 danny@grapejuicegroup.com

Double guyot

Double guyot

Clay, mostly quartzites

60 Years

10.000 cases

3.9 Hl/Ha

White Grenache (100%) Silicone

VARIETAL/BLEND

Tempranillo (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (50%)

Silicone

FILTRATION METHOD

VARIETAL/BLEND

Grenache (75%), Syrah (25%)

Bush trained Old Vine Grenache (100%)

Silicone

FILTRATION METHOD

Silicone

MACERATION/FERMENTATION

MACERATION/FERMENTATION

Fermented max 22˚C/70˚F for two months. Batonage with nitrogen.

AGING CONTAINER

ALCOHOL BY VOLUME

WINEMAKER Nacho Lázaro

REGION/SUBREGION

Aragón

Cariñena

Danny Keefe | 970-471-4182 danny@grapejuicegroup.com

Aged for two months with its lees French oak barrels

ALCOHOL BY VOLUME

WINEMAKER

Nacho Lázaro

REGION/SUBREGION

Aragón

Cariñena

Danny Keefe | 970-471-4182 danny@grapejuicegroup.com

WINEMAKER

Fermented max 22˚C/70˚F. Four hours cold maceration with the skins

AGING CONTAINER

14.5%

ALCOHOL BY VOLUME

Nacho Lázaro

REGION/SUBREGION

Aragón

Cariñena

Danny Keefe | 970-471-4182 danny@grapejuicegroup.com

MACERATION/FERMENTATION

Aged for two months

AGING CONTAINER

French oak barrels

13.5%

ALCOHOL BY VOLUME

10% of proceeds help fight breast cancer

Fermented max 26˚C/79˚F

American oak barrels for eight months

14.5%

The original name of today’s Cariñena means, “The Dear Plain” states winemaker Nacho Lázaro. Cariñena is one of the oldest regions in Spain with a hot, dry Mediterranean climate. Our four estates provide 100% of the grapes that give Bodegas Care wines their strength, personality, and character. With our roots in tradition, our wine’s primitive labels, inspired by artist, Enrique Torrijos, depict the many faces that are universally identified and marketed as Care wines. www.grapejuicegroup.com

*All pricing is frontline, please inquire for discounts *

600-800 meters above sea level
Clay, quartzites and a bit of chalk
Double guyot
Silicone

EVODIA

- New & Notable -

Evodia is produced from Garnacha sourced in the villages of Atea, Acered, and Alarba. Located in the Sierra Santa Cruz, these steep sites (up to 25% grade) have various exposures but share similar soils – slate and quartzite over clay. At an average elevation of 900 meters above sea level, these vineyards are also among the highest sites within the province of Aragon. This unique terroir and the old vines of Garnacha rooted in it are the origins of Evodia. www.europeancellars.com

*All pricing is frontline, please inquire for discounts *

SHORTBREAD

Shortbread

BUTTER Y CHARDONNAY

Bright flavors of nectarine and lemon with indulgent notes of toasted oak and crème brulée provide a lush, buttery mouthfeel with a smooth finish.

LIVING ON THE BRIGHT SIDE!

Shortbread

BUTTER

Bright flavors nectarine lemon with indulgent of toasted and crème brulée provide a lush, buttery mouthfeel a smooth

LIVING ON BRIGHT SIDE!

Shortbread

BUTTER Y CHARDONNAY

Shortbread

BUTTER

Shortbread welcomes you to the bright side of life! With a nod or two to our namesake cookie, we craft our Buttery Chardonnay with rich, lush flavors and sunny, smooth character. Whether it’s a glass at the end of the day, or a couple of bottles among friends, our Chardonnay is sure to delight. www.winehooligans.com

Bright flavors of nectarine and lemon with indulgent notes of toasted oak and crème brulée provide a lush, buttery mouthfeel with a smooth finish.

LIVING ON THE BRIGHT SIDE!

Bright flavors nectarine lemon with indulgent of toasted and crème brulée provide a lush, buttery mouthfeel a smooth

LIVING ON BRIGHT SIDE!

PORTLANDIA

Our passion at Portlandia is to bring you the best of what Oregon’s Willamette Valley has to offer in both wine and lifestyle. We start with some natural advantages. The cool climate and coastal influences make Oregon’s pinot noir and pinot gris some of the best in the world. But producing good wine in this climate still requires an enormous effort made possible only by a very creative and talented team. We’re very fortunate to have found a partner in Dundee, Oregon that offered us space and a long-term production agreement. We are so grateful for the team and we look forward to bringing you incredible wines for many years to come. www.winehooligans.com

BROADSIDE

“Brian Terrizzi of Giornata, which focuses on Italian grapes grown in California. This cabernet, from a single vineyard in a cooler, southern part of Paso Robles, is animated by lively acidity and is made in a restrained style that nonetheless is insistently spicy and stony.” - NYT

“Appealingly vibrant and fresh for a CA Chard, especially one from this sun-drenched region. Perfect as an aperitif as well as with crab cakes, clams and even lobster.” - Forbes

Broadside started as a reflection of a place – the stunningly beautiful Margarita Vineyard in southern Paso Robles. The vineyard is special. You can feel the presence of the Pacific Ocean here, both in the sudden chill of the maritime air, and the white, fossilized marine shells that pockmark the limestone soils.

As a testimony to the vineyard’s quality, Robert Mondavi planted the site to Cabernet Sauvignon in the mid-1990s. This was to be his flagship Bordeaux vineyard (outside of his Napa To Kalon Vineyard).

Fast forward 10 years after a corporate buyout of the property, some of the best parcels of Cabernet there were up for grabs. Enter Brian Terrizzi, who, thanks to his friendly connection with the vineyard manager, got in early and literally handpicked the Cabernet blocks that he wanted to work with.

Brian made Broadside’s first vintage of Margarita Vineyard Cabernet in 2006, and today he and his viticulturist partner and wife, Stephy Terrizzi, continue to source their Margarita Cab from the same parcels.

Their approach to wine is consistent in the vineyard and the cellar – to craft wines focused on purity and true varietal expression. This means grapes sourced from sustainably farmed vineyards, and minimalist winemaking (native fermentation, minimal racking, pumping, and handling, no additions, and neutral oak). And the winery itself is powered by solar energy and built from green

products. www.winehooligans.com

SOLERNO, ITALY

HAND-CRAFTED • LOCALLY SOURCED

Citrus

DISTILLATE OF BOTANICALS

CITRICS AND JUNIPER

THE SENSES

Aromas of bergamot, mandarin and lemon leaves. Fresh and soft palate with hints of citrus. A complex blend with a long balanced nish.

COCKTAILS

Suitable for long drinks such as Fizz, or to give freshness to classic cocktails.

VIEW

DISTILLATION .

ALCOHOL

Crystalline

. . . Vacuum in column still

40%

CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . 700 ml

BOTTLES/CASE . . . . . . 12

SKU CASE CASE PRICE

348591 12/750ml 1 cs $246

GOLFO DI SORRENTO

We are a family of farmers producing artisanal, boutique liqueurs in very small quantities and following traditional recipes. Our lemon liqueur is made using the best hand picked organically grown “Ovale Sorrentino” PGI lemons, certified by the local” Consorzio”. The lemons are carefully peeled within 24 hours to preserve flavors and infused in small containers with grain alcohol and sugar. The presence of natural lemon oils is a sign of a natural product which has seen no additives, colors, or stabilizers of sort. Enjoy cold, on ice or in your favorite cocktail. www.ellediliquori.com

BITTER FUSETTI

There are various bittering spices used to create the botanical mix of Bitter Fusetti and none of these have been used by chance, from the classic gentian, rhubarb and cinchona, to the special, quassio. The bitter orange and the chinotto give the product a pinch of acidity. A perfect mix of spices that makes it excellent both in classic drinks such as Americano or Negroni or in reinterpretations such as Negroni del Marinaio with amber Vermouth, coffee liqueur and mezcal and, why not, even smooth simply shaken. www.bottegaalcolica.com

348562

BLACK INFUSIONS

Black Infusions produces naturally-infused premium spirits that are free of artificial sugars, flavors, or colors. The unique versatility of our products complement cocktails in both traditional and modern recipes, and across all occasions. By keeping the process simple and natural, we achieve authentic colors and tastes from a single source of flavor: dried fruit. www.blackinfusions.com

VALRAVN

We’ve been making wine in Sonoma County for over a decade and along the way, we’ve established a dynamic network of friends and colleagues that include vineyard owners, growers and winemakers. Thanks to those forged relationships and friendships, we have gained exclusive access to grapes from fantastic vineyards and the team to oversee hands-on production from vineyard to bottle.

In 2014, Valravn was launched with a Zinfandel, crafted from the fruit from a friend’s vineyard that was not going into their own production. It was not just any Zin – these were old, gnarly bush-pruned vines that we had always envied from afar. Valravn has grown as we continue to seek out similar opportunities, finding a unique parcel here and a special row there, then putting it all together to craft distinctive and affordable Sonoma County wines that are out-of-the-gate approachable, delicious and table ready. www.valravnwine.com

2019 CALIFORNIA PINOT NOIR

2019 CALIFORNIA PINOT NOIR

PEACOCK :: Genus name Pavo

PEACOCK :: Genus name Pavo páv (croatian) / pavón (galician) / pavone (italian) / pavo real (spanish)

páv (croatian) / pavón (galician) / pavone (italian) / pavo real (spanish) LITTLE :: -ette (diminutive as in vignette, kitchenette or cigarette) PAV + ETTE :: PAVETTE (little peacock)

LITTLE :: -ette (diminutive as in vignette, kitchenette or cigarette) PAV + ETTE :: PAVETTE (little peacock)

100% PINOT NOIR

100% PINOT NOIR

Vineyards from Sonoma Coast (32%), Anderson Valley (27%), Santa Rita Hills (23%), Santa Lucia Highlands (13%), & Carneros (5%)

Vineyards from Sonoma Coast (32%), Anderson Valley (27%), Santa Rita Hills (23%), Santa Lucia Highlands (13%), & Carneros (5%)

WINEMAKING DETAILS

WINEMAKING DETAILS

Cold soak followed by fermentation in open top vessels with 10% stem inclusion. 10 months aging in stainless steel (70%) & French oak (30%).

Cold soak followed by fermentation in open top vessels with 10% stem inclusion. 10 months aging in stainless steel (70%) & French oak (30%).

@pavettewines

TASTING NOTES

Packed with classic Pinot Noir flavors of sweet red fruits - cherry, raspberry, & hibiscus. Rich, fruity, & lush with subtle spice and tea undertones.

ALWAYS BE STRUTTIN’

TASTING NOTES

Packed with classic Pinot Noir flavors of sweet red fruits - cherry, raspberry, & hibiscus. Rich, fruity, & lush with subtle spice and tea undertones.

ALWAYS BE STRUTTIN’

@pavettewines

The team behind Valravn, Averaen and Requiem wines have mastered the art of scouting out sources of quality grapes and juice in California and beyond, then partnering with these folks to put great wine in the bottle for an exceptional value. Established in 2019, Pavette is their latest project, and this trio of “little peacock” wines strut their stuff at a decidedly pocket-friendly price! www.valkyrieselections.com

PARDUCCI

Parducci Small Lot Blend wines are made with an artisanal winemaking approach usually associated with very small production and represent a level of both value and quality not typically found at these prices. The fruit for each Parducci Small Lot Blend varietal is sourced from distinct vineyard parcels in and around Mendocino County, each with its own microclimate and soil composition. Each lot is individually vinified and cellared to develop its own unique body and flavor profiles. After careful gauging of each lot’s characteristics, Bob Swain, head winemaker, determines the final blend to achieve the right balance of flavor and texture. www.parducci.com

PAUL DOLAN VINEYARDS

Founded in 2006 with a vision for creating wines with a distinct sense of place, Paul Dolan Vineyards is located in the heart of Mendocino County, Northern California, a secluded land of rich biological diversity and unique microclimates. All of our grapes are sourced from organic vineyards, preserving the essence of each vineyard site. Our holistic winemaking practices further support each bottling’s expression of terroir for wine of unforgettable character. www.mendocinowineco.com

SANTA MARIA LA PALMA

At Santa Maria la Palma, there are no counts, barons or marquises. Instead, there are numerous families of humble winemakers. Fifty years ago, these winemakers were allocated a series of uncultivated plots near the city of Alghero. Rather than a silver spoon, they had strong arms, straight backs, passion and commitment. Together, they tilled the soil and planted the vines. Working side by side, they harvested the grapes and built a cellar complex. These plots were ideal for vines, with great soil, plenty of sun and the sea nearby. They chose the grape types they wanted to grow, combining some well-known names with some lesser-known jewels. Today, 326 growers contribute to the winery. We are the children and grandchildren of those who first tilled those clods of earth, with their own hands, many years ago. Nobility is to be found in hard work and in the fruits of that labor. For this reason, our nobility is in the wines we make. www.santamarialapalma.it

MULDERBOSCH

For 30 years Mulderbosch Vineyards has been recognized for crafting innovative and extraordinary wines that reflect the passion and creativity of the people behind the brand. During this time we have consistently received critical acclaim and we continue to push the frontiers of winemaking and viticulture in order to satisfy our loyal supporters from across the globe.

When Mulderbosch founder, Larry Jacobs, bought the farm in 1989 the community referred to the property as “vuilplasie”, Afrikaans for “dirty little farm”. Shortly after, he partnered with Mike Dobrovic, known as the South African Mr Sauvignon Blanc, and together they cleaned up the property and planted the first vineyards. A (small) cellar was later built and the first set of wines were released: Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. The dream was to produce wine, but certainly not just any wine; they had to consistently reflect innovation, creativity and excellence. www.mulderbosch.co.za

BURGANS

Burgans is a custom cuvée made for European Cellars by Martin Codax, the largest cooperative in Rías-Baixas. Founded in 1986 by about 50 families with small plots of Albariño around the village of Cambados under the guidance of Luciano Amoedo, a ninth generation grape grower in Rias Baixas, it has grown over the last three decades to include almost 600 families and well over 3000 small parcels of Albariño. All the vineyards are located in the Salnes sub-zone of the appellation – the coolest and most humid of the regions within Rias-Baixas.

In the cellar the wines are fermented and aged in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the freshness and bracing acidity that is typical of Albariño grown in the Val do Salnes. Each vintage several experimental fermentations are conducted to understand the minor variations of site, the role of natural yeasts, the length of elevage and the applicability of different fermentation vessels. All of these experiments are used to improve the quality of the wines with each successive vintage. www.europeancellars.com

LE PARADOU

Le Paradou is a project created by Alexandre and Frédéric Chaudière whose family produce some of the most respected wines in the Ventoux at Château Pesquié. It is reasonable to think “Paradou” means “Paradise” in the old language of the langue d’Oc, as it is magical to live in the south of France. Yet, “Paradou” actually refers to the old watermills that once dotted the landscape. In homage to these majestic giants, once commonplace throughout Provence and the Southern Rhône, the Chaudière brothers have created these fresh and pleasing wines made to capture the essence of their birthplace. They source their grapes for these cuvées from some of their younger vines in the Ventoux and through a small network of growers off the beaten track in the rugged regions to the east and west of the Rhône Valley. The vines, ranging in age from 10 to 60 years old, and are cultivated following the laws of Terra Vitis, an organization that ensures that properties respect the environment by stressing the benefits of integrated farming.

The Paradou vineyards are at higher elevations and planted on poor clay-limestone or sandy soils. This guarantees the freshest and most drinkable wines possible. The varietal range is comprised of Viognier, Cinsault (both Rosé & Rouge) and Grenache Noir. They feel that these are the signature varieties grown in the rugged region between the Rhône Valley and the Côte d’Azur. They prefer sites that are sheltered and avoid vineyards that face fully south. Winemaking is simple, uncomplicated, and conducted in stainless steel tanks or concrete vats to preserve these wines’ aromatic charms and crunchy fruit flavors. If you’ve ever had the pleasure to travel to Provence in summer, sit outside at a patio restaurant and enjoy the local food and wine, then you know exactly what Fred and Alex aim to achieve with Le Paradou. www.europeancellars.com

CHÂTEAU PESQUIÉ

The Chaudière family has been part of the European Cellars portfolio since our founding in 1990 when the Rhône Valley wasn’t really on anyone’s radar, let alone the then backwaters of the region such as Ventoux, how things have changed! Paul and Edith have turned things over to their sons Alex and Fred, and the Ventoux is no longer viewed as an insignificant satellite of the Rhône Valley but an important appellation in its own right. It should come as no surprise to anyone familiar with the geography of the southern Rhône that the soils in the shadow of Mt. Ventoux are rich in limestone, or that these vineyards are located at a higher elevation than in the neighboring Rhône Valley, or that older vines produce more concentrated and complex fruit. At Château Pesquié, all of these conditions combine to create wines that are rich in fruit with remarkable balance and purity.All of these elements: good terroir, older vines, organic farming, and hand harvesting ensure that only the best grapes reach the cellar. Once there, Alexander oversees the winemaking utilizing stainless steel tanks for fermentation. Aging takes place in tank, concrete, or barrel depending on variety, and the final blends are carefully made to capture the essence of each cuvée: Terrasses is forward and engaging, Quintessence is concentrated and age-worthy while Artemia is only made in top vintages and represents the best the estate can offer. www.europeancellars.com

DOMAINE LAFAGE

While his family has been growing grapes and making wine in the Roussillon since 1791, it was Jean-Marc Lafage’s early insight into the potential for the Roussillon to make a wide range of dry wines at very affordable prices that established his “new” estate. While his grandfather and father made wine for the family, Jean-Marc was the first to break away from the cooperative model to make his own wine commercially. Over the generations, his family had amassed scattered vineyards throughout the region, which now totals over 160 hectares of vines, most of them in excess of 50 years in age.

Squeezed between the far southern edge of the limestone Corbières Massif to the north and the granitic Pyrenees mountains in the south, the Roussillon is an undulating terrain of complex soil types, orientations, and exposures. Within its borders of the Roussillon, Jean-Marc has identified six principal sub-zones in the appellation. This range of sites allows Jean-Marc Lafage to make both refreshing whites and rosés and concentrated reds and, this being the Roussillon, some fortified wines as well. Benefiting from a warm, dry climate, the estate is farmed organically. They grow Grenache (Blanc, Gris & Noir), Syrah, Mourvedre, Carignan, Marsanne, Roussanne, and Chardonnay primarily. Harvesting is manual and lasts over several months due to the variations in conditions in each sub-zone they farm. The winemaking is surprisingly uncomplicated with stainless steel for the fresher whites but mostly concrete tanks for the rest with a small number of French oak demi-muids. www.europeancellars.com

PANTHER CREEK CELLARS

• OREGON PIONEER

In 1986, at a time when very few people really cared about Pinot Noir or knew where to grow it, founder Ken Wright planted his artisan winemaker flag deep in the ancient volcanic and alluvial soils of Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Panther Creek quickly established a reputation for making singlevineyard wines and signature blends.

• MAPPING THE TERROIR OF WILLAMETTE VALLEY

Panther Creek played a seminal role in establishing six landmark sub-appellations in Willamette Valley. Today, these AVAs (Chehalem Mountains, Dundee Hills, Eola-Amity Hills, McMinnville, Ribbon Ridge and Yamhill-Carlton) define a style of Oregon Pinot Noir that expresses region of origin and specific site.

• PARTNERSHIPS WITH OREGON’S NOTED VINEYARDS

With Pinot Noir, where you grow the grape is pretty much everything. All year long, we hike the neighborhood, kick the dirt and collaborate with growers who appreciate Panther Creek wines that are always 100% Pinot Noir and capture the uniqueness of their vineyard.

• BACK TO THE FUTURE

Thirty years later, Panther Creek’s iconic black label is instantly recognizable and reinforces the visionary history of the winery. Ken Wright has handed-off his winemaking baton to renowned winemaker, Tony Rynders, who is still discovering new vineyards to produce wines that express purity of fruit, complexity and place of origin, carefully nurturing and evolving the Panther Creek legacy. www.vintagepoint.com

SCARPETTA

A Friuli-inspired concept founded by award winning chef Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson and Master Sommelier Bobby Stuckey in collaboration with renowned oenologists Christian Patat (Ronco del Gnemiz, Miani), Fabrizio Iuli (Iuli), and Michael Schmelzer (Monte Bonardi) that delivers outstanding quality at everyday prices. Produced with small family growers and wineries in Friuli, Tuscany, Monferrato and Emilia, many of whom farm organically or biodynamically, using no chemical pesticides or herbicides. www.scarpettawine.com

A rare vintage dated Prosecco from Grave del Friuli, super-dry Brut style (4g/l RS).

This sparkling rose is 100% Pinot Nero from Grave del Friuli and the Dolomites. The wine spends 60 days in the autoclave for added complexity, and boasts a mere 6 grams of residual sugar/liter.

New Friuli DOC since 2017 allows blending of 70% Grave for lifted aromatics and 30% Colli Orientali for texture, minerality, richness and acidity.

A blend of fruit from the northern Colli Orientali and Isonzo, fermented and aged for seven months on the lees in stainless steel, provides an ideal balance of minerality, freshness and body.

A collaboration with Fabrizio Iulli, this biodynamic Barbera is “tangular”: brightly acidic and fruit forward with notable structure. Aged in concrete and stainless steel, settled in large oak.

Aging in a combination of stainless steel and neutral oak vats enhances the wine’s delicate tannins and complexity.

A blend of 80% Chardonnay, 20% Friulano from Friuli. Floral, with notes of apple and grapefruit. Clean and zesty.

Native to Friuli, this is a traditional expression of Friulano from Grave soils. Exotic, lighter bodied, fresh. Great with charcuterie, sardines, frito misto.

Rose with grapes grown specifically to become rose, beautiful salmon color. Herbaceous, notes of geranium, and salted watermelon. Same blend as Rosso.

Friendly everyday red blend of 90% Sangiovese, 5% Caniaolo and Ciliegiolo, 5% Colorino from Southwest Chianti – a “baby Chianti” with no

oak. Tuscan

SCARPETTA

This Charmant Method Frizzante is the closest thing to true Prosecco you’ll find in a can – a whimsical blend of Trebbiano, Glera and Chardonnay. Featured in NY Times, Wall Street Journal, Food & Wine Magazine.

True Charmat Method IGT Emilia Lambrusco – balanced off-dry style, mostly Grasparossa. Offsets salty foods. Red currant, plum, raspberry with classic Lambrusco earthiness. Featured in NY Times, Wall Street Journal, Food & Wine Magazine.

A blend of 80% Chardonnay, 20% Friulano from Friuli. Floral, with notes of apple and grapefruit. Clean and zesty.

New Friuli DOC since 2017 allows blending of 70% Grave for lifted aromatics and 30% Colli Orientali for texture, minerality, richness and acidity.

Tuscan Rose with grapes grown specifically to become rose, beautiful salmon color. Herbaceous, notes of geranium, and salted watermelon. Same blend as Rosso.

Friendly everyday red blend of 90% Sangiovese, 10% mix of Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo and Colorino from Southwest Chianti – a “baby Chianti” with no oak.

LAUTUS

DE-ALCOHOLIZED WINES

Lautus launched the first de-alcoholized wine in South Africa in 2017. Driven by the vision of our founder and winemaker, Reg Holder, we set out to create a non-alcoholic option that captured the depth and elegance of a premium wine. We achieve this through our unique approach to wine. State-of-the-art technology removes alcohol, while traditional winemaking methods ensure exceptional quality. Just like all other wines, our journey begins in the vineyard. We source grapes from hand-picked regions, known for their terroir and quality.

Today, Lautus graces the shelves of leading retailers and restaurants. Experience the world of beautiful wine, without the alcohol. Choose Lautus. www.us.drinklautus.com

MISTY CLIFFS

Our winemaking team has extensive experience spanning many years in the art of winemaking. We’re excited to bring their expertise to the table here at Misty Cliffs.

Inspired by our founder’s vision, we aim to create an elegant, premium non-alcoholic wine that enhances your experiences and connections. We achieve this through our commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and innovative technology. By using hand-picked grapes from various regions, we ensure each varietal has the perfect flavor profile.

Our experienced winemaking team utilizes state-of-the-art technology to gently remove the alcohol, keeping the flavors top-notch. www.mistycliffswines.com

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