The list below is by no means our full inventory, but rather, is our menu of featured wines of the week, to help you select. When you call to order, we can discuss inventory not listed here, as well as guide you through our spirits.
KEY: (B) – Biodynamic, (O) – Organic, (V) – Vegan-friendly (N)- Certified Natural Producer
As always, we are happy to curate your selections for you. Tell us what kind of wines you like and at what price point, and we will put together an order for you, for curbside pickup or free delivery. 518-828-6411
Red Wine $20 and under
Je deteste merlot- Organic Languedoc Merlot, with black plum, black cherry flavor, chalky minerality & no discernable oak — a good value, med-bodied red for your rib-eye at ($15)
Merayo Mencia 2021-A round, mineral Spanish Mencia with smooth tannins, notes of pomegranate, red cherry, licorice and a hint of spice– Ideal for peppery, meaty fare. ($13)
Rocca Maura Je d’eteste Merlot 2021 – Sustainably farmed, organic Merlot grown in close proximity to the Rhone which results in fresher fruit and softer tannins. Blackberry and plum with an earthy backbone. (O) ($15)
Michel Guignier Beaujolais 2019 – Guignier’s 2019 Beaujolais bursts with aromas of Morello cherries, sweet berries and toasted almonds, followed by a medium to full-bodied, fleshy palate that’s succulent and enveloping. Produced from certified organic vineyards, this is a great value! (O)($19)
CVNE Vina Real Crianza Rioja 2017 – Spicy black berries and red cherries on the nose with a touch of liquorice. The palate is fresh and juicy but with nice depth to the lingering finish and rounded tannins. A crowd-pleasing Rioja; perfect for sausage and mash or tomato-based pasta dishes. ($19)
Familia Carvalho Martins Pacto Douro 2021 – Light, dry, and easy-drinking Douro with soft blackberry and plum as well as a bit of brown mushroom. A warmer weather red if ever there was one! A blend of Touriga Francesca, Touriga Nacional, Tinto Roriz, and Tinto Cao, this is perfect for salumi and cheese, pork loin, and even salmon! ($18)
Poppy Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 – Berry, black cherry and currant flavors with hints of vanilla and mocha thanks to a year in small French oak barrels. Well-balanced, medium-full bodied and a smooth, easy finish. ($19)
De Forville Barbera d’Alba 2021 – A well-balanced medium bodied wine from Piemonte featuring red currant and nutmeg with a firm, mineral backbone. Rustic and approachable! ($20)
Chateau Moulin de Canhaut 2016 -A rare gem, given the category! A blend of Merlot & Cab Sauvignon, this Cru Bourgeois from the Medoc is medium bodied & energetic, offering black cherry, blackberry, tobacco and truffle notes — pretty, expressive, affordable Bordeaux. (O) ($19)
Domaine des Gardes Syrah-From a co-op at the foot of the famed Hermitage slope in the Northern Rhone. Med-bodied, with supple tannins & flavors of blackberry & red plums, with savory hints of olives and cured meats. Check out this hwm wine club stand-out! ($15)
White, Orange & Rosé $20 and under
eres Antique 2022 A crisp, dry Provençal blend of organic Grenache, Cinsault and Tibouren grapes. With grapefruit zest, melon & herbs flavors, this light pink is a Southern French value-standout. ($14)
The Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2020 – Burgundy-trained Nico Grobler brings the best of the old world to the new. Based in the cool climate of the Elgin Valley in South Africa, his Sauvignon Blanc sees no oak, and features bright lime, fig, and the classic gooseberry along with plush texture. Phenomenal value from a burgeoning region! (O) ($17)
Fuhrgassl-Huber Grüner Veltliner 2020 – Everything you want in a value Grüner – bright lemon peel, zippy acid, and a splash of saline. A picnic or patio go-to. ($17)
Maison Francois Ducrot ‘Auguste’ 2021 – A blend of Grenache Blanc and Grenache Gris, this organic orange wine from the Languedoc starts with stone fruit and ends with fresh salinity. Unfiltered and unfined. ($20) (O)
Le Fruit Défendu Blanc 2020 -This crisp white wine is made by Bruno Lafon, the brother of famed Meursault producer Dominique Lafon. A blend of Grenache Blanc (60%) & Vermentino (40%), this bottling has structure & freshness, offering lemon, grapefruit and pineapple notes along w/ minerality from limestone and basalt soils. Great with richer fish dishes like bouillabaisse as well as Thai food. ($15)
Teres Antique Les Secrets D’un Terroir Rosé 2019 – A light, mineral driven patio sipper from Provence, with hints of citrus and red berries. Clean, fresh, and quaffable. ($14)
Domaine de Grisy Bourgogne Blanc 2019 – Just barely medium-bodied, with subtly creamy apple/citrus notes, chalky minerality, lean acidity, and a long, savory finish. ($19)
Gobelsburg Kamptal Gruner Veltliner 2019 – Green pear and fresh herbs on the nose introduce this gorgeous Austrian white. Lean and crisp, with lemony freshness complemented by a note of salty yeast.($20)
Antxiola Blanco Txakolina 2020 – Zippy and fresh with notes of orchard fruit and lemon zest. This wine is bottled young to capture some of the CO2, which makes it bright, lively and easy to finish! ($20) (O)
Domaine de Villargeau Coteaux Du Giennois Sauvignon Blanc 2021 – The younger sibling to Sancerre with great value! This unoaked, high acid white shines with bright green apple, and white flowers. ($19) (O)
Red $30 and under
Bermejos Listan Negro
100% Listan Negro from the volcanic island of Lanzarote. As fascinating as tasty, this is concentrated red & black fruited wine with notable minerality & a hint of smoke. ($29)
Vinho Tinto Drasloup 2021 -This wine is made from Alvarelhao, a similar grape to Poulsard (‘drasloup’ spelled backward) for its thin skin, light body & delicate cherry flavor. Fermentation is done w/chestnut flower instead of sulfites. Fresh, crunchy & chillable, this light red offers cherry-pomegranate flavor with a touch of earl grey spice. (o)(N)($21)
Valle Dell’Acate Frapatto 2021 A bright & tangy, light Sicilian red with juicy, wild cherry and strawberry fruit, hints of orange rind, mineral and spice. A fun & fresh, chillable red to pair with summer pasta, pizza and charcuterie. ($25)
Michele et Sylvain Tet Julienas 2021 Silky, pure and lifted Beaujolais with a juicy core of bright red fruit. 100% Gamay grown in volcanic blue stone. Best served with a slight chill, paired w/charcuterie, patés & barbecue chicken. ($25)
COS Frappato 2022- The new vintage of this natural Sicilian producer’s light, chillable red is in, and just in time for summer. Made from 100% Frappato, this wine shows wild strawberry and savory herb notes. Light on its feet, it’s supple, pretty & expressive. A perfect compliment for all sorts of summer fare. (O)(B)(N)( $30)
Rare North Pinot Noir 2021 – A phenomenal value from Alisa Jacobson in Willamette, this organic Pinot features fresh red berries, blood, orange, and a hint of thyme. Stainless steel fermentation and neutral oak provide fresh acid and soft tannins.
Duc des Nauves 2020 An entry-level wine from the centuries-old, biodynamic Bordeaux producer, Chateau Le Puy. With raspberry fruit balanced by earthy garrigue and mineral flavors, this is a deft, light-to-medium bodied Bordeaux — at once singular and classic. Imported by Rosenthal. ($27)
Vieux Chateau Saint André 2017 Made by J.C. Berrouet, the winemaker at Petrus for 44 years. Medium to full-bodied, with notes of cassis, wild berries, hints of baking spice and a touch of cocoa. Softly textured and finishing with a lively mineral lift. ($27)
Le P’tit Pape 2018 – Aromas of bright red fruits, followed by smoky meat characteristics with black pepper. Acid-tannin tension on the mid-palate followed by bright candied red raspberries, white pepper and dried herbs. 62% Grenache, 19% Syrah, 14% Mourvèdre, 3% Counoise, 2% Cinsault. ($28)
Beckmen Vineyards Cuvee Le Bec, Santa Ynez Valley 2020 – This Rhone-style blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, and Counoise is an exceptional value for the quality. It displays deep aromas of berries, violet and lavender. Full bodied with dark tones of blackberry, dark cherry and spice it exudes a surprisingly vibrant freshness. ($29)
Guido Porro Dolcetto- Bodied, dry plum, dark berry & earth flavors — a stand-out Piedmont red imported from Italy by Kermit Lynch. $25 (O)
Leonardo Irpinia Aglianico 2017 – A well-balanced, rustic powerhouse, with rich, ruby-red fruit, a light balsamic note & spice. A classic for winter fare — braised meats, stews & grilled sausages. From 80 year old vines in Campania’s Taurasi region, in vineyards dating back to the Roman Empire (80 BC). ($24) (O,N)
Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir 2021 – The late, great Jim Clendenen was the maestro behind the Burgundy-inspired Au Bon Climat for over three decades. This is lush strawberry, clove, and cola from Santa Barbara that is a stellar value in its price range year after year. ($29)
Chateau de Grandchamp Bordeaux 2017- An organic blend of Merlot & Cabernet Franc from limestone clay soils on Bordeaux’s Right Bank near Saint-Emilion. Rich, smooth & dry, with a touch of earth, freshness & silky tannins. Imported by Polaner. A versatile, delicious house wine to pair with holiday feasting.($25) (O,N)
Produttori Di Carema 2018 – Medium bodied, elegant Alpine Nebbiolo from Carema, in northern Piedmont along the Swiss border. A lighter, more mineral-driven, pretty expression of Nebbiolo, with strawberry, blueberry & dried roses. Orange edged, w/a pale garnet core of fruit, this is beautiful stuff! ($29) (O)
White, Rosé & Orange $30 and under
Fjord Cab Franc Rosé 2021- NYS Goodness
Easy-drinking, dry and bright, made from organic, estate grown Cab Franc in Milton NY, this local stand-out is summertime in a glass and only ($22)!
Cenatiempo Biancolella 2021 From Ischia, an island off of Naples, this med-bodied white is made from 100% Biancolella. It offers green fruit, citrus-ginger notes, wet stone & volcanic minerality. Organic, imported by Polaner. ($29)
Beaumont Chenin Blanc Bot River 2022 Standout Chenin from a small, family-run winery in South Africa’s Western Cape (since the 1700s). Dry, no-oak, med-bodied, with refreshing acidity & bright citrus-pineapple flavor. ($25)
Bojo do Luar ‘Tez’ Vinho Verde -Orange wine made from N. Portugal grape varietals Avesso, which adds tension, tannins & flavors of nectarine and peach, and Azal, which contributes minerality, acidity & briny lemon zest. Made & imported by Savio, this is bright & delicious, yet also, bodied, firm and structured. ($25)
Bojo do Luar Do Bojo Vinho Braco -Also using chestnut flowers instead of sulfites, this natural, Portuguese, skin-contact gem is both bright and exuberant, and savory w/hints of more mature orchard notes. A must-try for fans of Kabaj wines! ($28)
Jurtschitsch Belle Naturelle 2021 An Austrian blend w/tongue-tingling acidity & flavors of crushed raspberry, crunchy cranberry & black tea. A staff fave! ($21)
Bailly Sancerre 2022 Crisp & dry, bright, focused Loire Valley Sauv. Blanc. Organic, biodynamic, classic Kimmeridgian Era limestone soil. Mineral driven, w/citrus & herb underpinnings. Imported by Polaner–the Sancerre to beat! (O)($29)
Casa Setaro Munazei 2022 -New to Rosenthal, this Southern Italian white hails from the foot of Mt. Vesuvius. Made from 100% Caprettone, it’s a dry, fresh white brimming w/terroir — mineral-driven, briny, smoky, no oak, light to med. bodied & perfect with seafood. ($29)
Tenuta Delle Terre Nere Etna Bianco 2022 – Volcano wine! This blend of Carricante, Catarrato, Grecanico, and Minella is grown from 50 – 80 year old vines at 2,000 feet in elevation on volcanic soil! Aromatic and complex with lemon peel, green apple, white peach, and a dry, saline-laden finish. Organic and unoaked! (O) ($30)
Ezio Poggio Archetipo Timorosso 2020- Ezio Poggio has brought the near-extinct white varietal Timorosso back into the limelight. Situated in the Terre di Libarna which separates Piemonte and Liguria, the vines grow at 2,000 feet in elevation. Round and satisfying, with zippy acid and excellent minerality, hints of jasmine, lemon peel, and saline. Extremely versatile with food – try it with pesto pasta, veggie curry, or seared tuna. $27
Umathum Rosa Rosé 2019 – Brilliant raspberry colored, Austrian rosé made from Blaufankisch, Sankt Laurent and Zweigelt with flavors of red berries, red currants and spice. Fine and smooth with a long finish. (O)(N)($25)
I Clivi Robolla Gialla 2019 – Organically farmed Ribolla Gialla from mineral soils near the Slovenian border and aged/fermented in stainless steel. Great minerality, lemon zest and salinity with refreshing citric acidity. (O) ($27)
Zarate Albariño 2021- Coming from Spain’s Rias Baixas, which is home to the famed Albariño grape. This entry-level Albariño is crisp and clean. Stony pineapple on the nose and palate Yellow citrus flavors are like a simple, well-constructed melody, balanced and constrained. This bottle is sure to please! ($29)
Quatre Tours Rosé- Lightly-hued, classic Provence pink with refreshing acidity, delicate strawberry citrus notes and a clean finish. Sustainably farmed, practicing organic. ($19)
Red Wine $30++
Los Vilifonte Old Dirt Red ’20
A blend of Cab Sauv, Malbec & Merlot from a top S. African prod. in the W. Cape. Bodied, delic, well-balanced claret. At $34, a great option for fans of Cali Cab & Bordeaux.
G. Russo Etna Rosso 2020 A medium bodied, elegant & expressive red showcasing its volcanic terroir. A touch of green tobacco, leather, citrus, herbs, dark plum & sour cherry notes shine, thanks to biodyn. fruit, 100 year-old vines, vineyards 2300 ft above sea level, & deft, minimal intervention winemaking. ($35)
Chateau Thivin Cote du Brouilly 2021 – Medium-bodied, fleshy & vibrant, this Cru beaujolais (Gamay) offers red berry flavor, w/darker inflections of fruit and earth. A lively, rich core and a saline finish make this especially good with duck or pork. A top Beaujolais, imported by Kermit Lynch. ($36)
Ayres Vineyard Gamay Noir 2021 This Oregon Gamay exhibits dark cherry, white pepper and pine on the nose. Light to med bodied, dry and crunchy dark-toned fruits. A West Coast wine with finesse, and an excellent pairing with cheese & charcuterie, or summer pastas. ($30)
Domaine Vaquer Cotes de Roussillon Rouge ‘Cuvee Bernard’ 2019 – Burgundy-trained Frederique Vaquer runs the estate founded by her late husband Bernard’s great grandfather in 1912. Located in southern France, she makes a blend of old vine Carignan, Grenache, and Syrah. Frederique’s estate is in the Pyrenees, 650 feet above sea level. This cuvee has excellent balance of fruit & mineral, with flavors of black plum, blueberry, cocoa & rosemary. ($30)
Trousselle Hautes Cotes De Beaune Rouge En Cre 2021 – Lifted, crunchy-fresh, bright Pinot Noir. Exacting, balanced, stellar-value red Burgundy from limestone-clay soils. Perfect with Sunday night roast chicken. ($34)
Felsina Chianti 2020 – 100% Sangiovese from the region’s benchmark producer. Ruby red, deeply-hued, dry, medium-plus bodied and delicious — offering cherry, red currant, tangy blood orange flavors and spice. A great pairing with heavier pastas, pizza and proteins. ($30)
Breton Chiroubles Cuvee Lea 2021 – Supple & pure cranberry goodness (100% Gamay). Refreshing, light & savory, with hints of mineral and spice. Breton’s biodynamic village Beaujolais threads the needle between natural & classic as few others can. Imported by Kermit Lynch. $45
Gour de Chaule Gigondas 2019 – Intensely aromatic cote-du-rhone that comes from 50+ year old vines. Manually harvested, and never destemmed, this robust rhone has dusty tannins and notes of plum, strawberry,white pepper, and leather. Not fining or filtration on a wine that is aged in french oak for a minimum of 18 months. Pairs superbly with gamey meats. ($37) (O,N)
White, Orange & Rosé Wine $30++
Oudin Chablis 2020 Biodynamic, seashell-briny, Kimmeridgean limestone, cool-climate Chardonnay. Bright & lively, med-bodied & dry, with yellow apple and citrus notes. The chablis to beat at ($34)
Gros Noré Bandol Rosé 2021 A bodied, deeper style of Southern French pink, loaded w/blood orange & citrus flower flavor, salinity & minerality. This is a classic, imported by Kermit Lynch. Remember, Bandol rosé may be firm & a touch tannic, so the extra year in bottle here is the secret sauce — drink no Bandol before its time! ($44)
Girolamo Russo ‘A Rina Etna Rosso 2020 – Red cherry meets earthy, rustic Mount Etna volcanic soil! This blend of organically farmed Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio is for fans of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Burgundy drinkers alike! (O) ($36)
Pavese Ermes Blanc de Morgex et de la Salle 2018 – Made from a grape called Prié Blanc, this wine comes from extremely high altitude, just minutes from the summit of Mont Blanc. Mountain flowers, rocky minerality, great acidity, layers of delicious interest. (O)($36)
Il Censo Gurte 2020 – Terre Siciliane Bianco A stellar Sicilian, organic-orange made from 100% Insolia Bianco grapes by the Gargano family. Hand-picked grapes stay on the skins two to three weeks, depending on the vintage. Only indigenous yeasts are used, and the wine is bottled unfined & unfiltered. Expect bright salty, dry, nectarine goodness, good acidity and enticing texture. ($33)
Maison de Montille Saint Romain Blanc 2020- A bodied, mouthwatering white Burgundy w/flavors of crisp Anjou pear, white flowers & ripe citrus. Bright & rich, with a long, bright finish. Think “baby” Puligny-Montrachet. ($59) (O)
Arena Hauts De Carco 2020 – Corsican Vermentino at its best — of course, imported by Kermit Lynch. This white wine is mineral-driven, bodied elegance. Arena’s Vermentino is the epitome of pure limestone soil and Mediterranean terroir. Drink with fish, shellfish, pork, chicken & pastas. ($56) (O,N)
Donnhoff Kreuznacher Kahlenberg Riesling 2020 – At once generous and crisp with plenty of pear and fresh-pineapple character, then a long chalky finish that reminds you of Chablis. From organically grown grapes (O) ($48)
Cider and Sparkling Under $40
Bojo Do Luar ‘Lou 38’ Pet Nat 2021 -A light, summery orange sparkler with crisp acidity and a fresh profile of ripe apricots, pear and lemon zest, made from organic Louriero grapes. The addition of ground chestnut flowers allows for no added sulfur. Made & imported by Savio! (o)(N)($20)
UIVO Pt Nat Rosé 2021 A Portuguese sparkling made from Pinot Noir. Clean and bone dry with delicate bubbles, and flavors of strawberries, sour cherries and lemon zest. Refreshing, endlessly quaffable and (O)(N)( $28)
Sundstrom Cider “Greening” 2021- Made from Rhode Island Greening apples, one of the oldest North American apple varietal. Sundstrom Cider focuses on crafting cider that highlights the difference variety and terroir for three east coast farming regions. Greening is a dry, semi-floral, sparkling cider that is light enough to accompany brunch, refreshing enough to pound on a hot day, elegant enough to start a special meal, and versatile enough to study alone. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel, with brief aging on its lees before bottling without fining or filtration. ($19)
Left Bank Cider ‘Cats Claw’ – A blend of Northern Spy and Dabinett apples. Wonderful mouthfeel, savory with a touch of tart fruit. Clean and dry finish. Unfiltered with natural fermentation. (O) ($20)
Andre & Michel Quenard Cremant de Savoie Brut Nature NV – Crisp, alpine bubbles! Jacquere is the freshest, mineral-driven varietal you may not know! Creamy and yeasty with a long, dry finish to make you yodel! ($29)
Opera 02 Brut Lambrusco di Modena – Lip smacking, sparkling Italian red with black cherry fruit, dry and savory. Serve chilled with salty snacks, cheese & meats and of course, pizza. ($20)
Champagnes
Michel Gonet Blanc de Blancs Zero Dosage Champagne- Chardonnay from some of Champagne’s best-known Grand Cru villages w/signature chalky soils. Elegant, focused & mineral driven with flavors of citrus, honey & brioche. ($60)
Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé Champagne – Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé defines the entire rosé Champagne category. Composed of 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir and 30% Meunier. Lacy in texture, with sleek acidity, this well-knit rosé Champagne offers delicate notes of roes petals, red berries and plums with notions of peach, dried flowers and blood orange. Flavorful on the medium-bodied palate and finely poised with bright acidity. ($94)
Aubry Brut Champagne NV – This elegant wine offers a classic depth of minerality, light aromas of blossom, refreshing lemon zest and honey, and savory notes of toasted sourdough and cracked pepper. ($48)
