October Reserve Wine Selection - Wines shaped by Volcanic Soils A note of introduction from Ian Johnson's selection Fall always makes me want to open wines with a little more earth, texture, and personality. That thought led me to this month's theme: volcanic soils. For October, I chose two wines grown on Mount Etna in Sicily and one Pinot Noir from Willamette Valley in Oregon. They come from opposite sides of the world, but their vineyards share a volcanic past. I loved the

Introduction to Mary's thoughts, theme selection and new passion project, Vinum House. You can learn more about this next exciting chapter at www.vinumhousegroup.com. A note from Mary: There’s something about this time of year that makes me think about change. Fall is a season of transition. The seasons shift, the landscape begins to change, and we naturally start thinking about what’s next. There’s something beautiful about that reminder—that change doesn't always mean leavi

A Wine Club Allocation Built Around Your Feedback! This month, I went back to something you told us you love: big, bold, full-bodied wines. From the feedback received from our members, one thing came through clearly: you love rich, powerful reds. So this month, instead of simply giving you another familiar Cabernet or big Spanish red, I went looking for wines that deliver the body, structure, richness and depth you enjoy—while introducing you to grapes, regions and wineries y

Portugal, Morocco & the Surprising Power of Elevation Hello Wine Club Members, I'm especially excited about this month's collection because we were able to get our hands on something that isn't easy to find. The Alain Graillot Syrocco from Morocco comes through a very small allocation, and we were lucky enough to secure six bottles from our distributor. As soon as I found out we could get them, I knew I wanted to build this month's collection around this wine. As I started pu

If you've ever wondered why some of the world's most celebrated wines come from Bordeaux, the answer is surprisingly simple: teamwork. Unlike many wine regions that focus on a single grape variety, Bordeaux has built its reputation on the art of blending. Here, winemaking is equal parts agriculture, science, and artistry. Rather than asking one grape to do everything, Bordeaux winemakers carefully combine several varieties, allowing each to contribute its own strengths to cre

Bastille Day Self Guided Wine Flight Enjoy a self guided tour of France with our French Wine Flight offered through the month of July 2026. Enjoy in the shop or purchase a bottle or two for home. July 14 marks Bastille Day, France's national holiday celebrating the beginning of the French Revolution in 1789. While it's known for parades, fireworks, and celebrations across France, it also tells an important story about French wine. Before the Revolution, many of France's great

When most people hear the words fortified wine, they often think of a dusty bottle tucked away in a grandparent's cabinet or a splash of cooking sherry used in a recipe. The reality is much more exciting. Fortified wines are some of the most historic, complex, age-worthy, and food-friendly wines in the world. From the sun-soaked vineyards of Portugal to the cellars of Spain and the cafés of Italy, fortified wines have been enjoyed for centuries and are experiencing a well-des

Rosé Week is here! From our featured by-the-glass Saurus Pinot Noir Rosé and Off the Beaten Glass Wonderment Rosé of Zinfandel to our limited Bougie Pour featuring Cathy Corison's celebrated Corazón Rosé, there's something new to discover all week long. Don't miss National Rosé Day on Saturday, June 13—grab a glass, pair it with a tapas box, and raise a toast to Rosé All Day. Cheers!