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The Lovejoy’s team was thrilled to collaborate with our friends at The Salsa Collaborative to create this herbaceous take on the Argentine staple, chimichurri. Fresh, bright, and oh-so addictive, this green Bloody Mary mix is a game-changer for cocktail lovers and foodies alike.

Made with a blend of tomatillos, fresh cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, and a splash of lime, this mix delivers bold, zesty flavors with just the right amount of heat. It’s not just a mixer—it’s an experience. Whether you're crafting a green Bloody Mary cocktail with your favorite vodka or tequila, or using it as a base for soups, marinades, or dressings, this versatile blend is designed to elevate your culinary game.

Unlike traditional Bloody Mary mixes, our green Bloody Mary mix offers a lighter, fresher profile, making it perfect for those who crave something unique yet familiar. Try it over ice with a salt-rimmed glass and a garnish of fresh herbs for an Instagram-worthy brunch cocktail. Or get creative—use it to marinate steak, drizzle over tacos, or spice up a seafood dish.

At Lovejoy’s, we’re passionate about crafting high-quality, small-batch mixers with fresh ingredients, and this latest creation is no exception. Whether you’re a Bloody Mary purist or an adventurous mixologist, our Chimichurri Green Bloody Mary mix is here to shake up your routine. Sip, savor, and support a great cause—every bottle helps give back to the community.

(Gluten Free & Vegan)

The 2016 Meadows Estate “Caballo” is a bold Spanish-style red blend from the Umpqua Valley in Oakland, Oregon. Made from 80% Tempranillo and 20% Grenache, it delivers luscious dark fruit, good acidity, and firm tannins — two grapes that are perfect partners for a wine with complexity and balance.

A well-aged red that rewards those who enjoy structured, food-forward wines with Old World character. Good with lamb, grilled meats, and hearty stews.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend (Tempranillo/Grenache)
• Vintage: 2016
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Umpqua Valley, Oakland, Oregon
• Grapes: 80% Tempranillo, 20% Grenache
• Best For: Lamb, grilled meats, hearty stews, structured red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Luscious dark fruit aromas
• Palate: Bold and structured with dark fruit, good acidity, and firm tannins from the Tempranillo/Grenache combination
• Finish: Firm and satisfying
• Flavor Profile: A bold, well-structured Spanish-style Tempranillo and Grenache blend from Oregon’s Umpqua Valley. Dark fruit depth with firm tannins and food-friendly structure.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 62–65°F. Decant 30 minutes before serving. Good with lamb, grilled steak, braised meats, and hearty Mediterranean-style dishes.

What Makes It Special

Meadows Estates Vineyard and Winery is a Black-owned wine brand located in Oakland, Oregon, in the Umpqua Valley Appellation — a region whose climatic conditions are compared to France’s Rhône and Bordeaux valleys. The long growing season produces well-ripened fruit with a broad range of flavors, making it well-suited to Spanish-style varieties like Tempranillo.

2019 Ebony Sparkling Rose is a sparkling rose from Ebony Wine & Spirits, a Black-owned wine and spirits company based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

It brings refreshing bubbles, delicate red berry character, white fruit, and a clean finish that fits celebrations, brunch, gifting, and relaxed gatherings.

Product Details

• Type: Sparkling Wine
• Style: Brut Rose
• ABV: 11.5%
• Region: Napa Valley, California

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The 2020 Danati Collection California Red Blend is a bold, approachable red from Lodi, California. Made from 60% Zinfandel, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Malbec, it offers deep ruby-red color, dark fruit aromas, and a smooth, velvety finish — crafted by two physicians-turned-entrepreneurs who built a wine brand rooted in culture, friendship, and the joy of discovery.

A good fit for casual gatherings, dinner parties, and anyone who wants a bold California red that does not require a special occasion. Serve at room temperature or slightly below.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2020
• ABV: 14.1%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Lodi, Central Valley, California
• Grapes: 60% Zinfandel, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Malbec
• Best For: Casual gatherings, dinner parties, grilled meats, bold red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep ruby-red
• Nose: Lush dark fruit aromas
• Palate: Full-bodied and bold with dark fruit depth and a smooth, velvety texture
• Finish: Smooth and velvety
• Flavor Profile: A bold, fruit-forward California red blend with deep color and smooth texture. Zinfandel-driven with Cab Sauv structure and Malbec richness.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–65°F. Good with grilled meats, barbecue, hearty stews, and casual dinner gatherings.

What Makes It Special

Danati Collection is a Black-owned wine brand founded by women with roots in the Divine 9 community through Sigma Gamma Rho. The brand was built around the joy of wine, friendship, and cultural celebration — each bottle a reflection of the discovery that brought the founders together.

2020 Theopolis Vineyards Estate Grown Petite Sirah is a bold Yorkville Highlands red with concentrated dark fruit, spice, and structure.

Made from estate-grown Petite Sirah, it shows blackberry jam, plum, sage, star anise, dark blueberry, pie spice, cocoa, black tea, and a long, velvety finish. It is built for smoked brisket, barbecue ribs, grilled steak, wild game, hearty stews, charcuterie, and dark chocolate.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Petite Sirah
• Vintage: 2020
• ABV: 14.9%
• Region: Yorkville Highlands, California

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature. Decant briefly if you want the fruit, spice, and tannin to soften before pairing with bold dishes.

What Makes It Special

Theopolis Vineyards is known for expressive California wines, and this estate-grown Petite Sirah highlights the intensity and structure of Yorkville Highlands fruit.

The 2021 Aslina Umsasane Red Blend is a bold, structured red from the Western Cape of South Africa. Made from 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Cabernet Franc, and 9% Petit Verdot, it is a wine built for complexity — smooth, firm, and full of character. Umsasane is the Zulu word for umbrella tree, a symbol of shelter and protection, and the name honors both the matriarch of the family and the values behind Aslina Wines.

A serious red wine for those who appreciate structured Bordeaux-style blends. Good with hearty meals, grilled meats, and aged cheeses. Benefits from decanting.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2021
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Western Cape, Stellenbosch
• Grapes: 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Cabernet Franc, 9% Petit Verdot
• Best For: Grilled meats, aged cheeses, hearty stews, structured red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Bold, layered aromas from the Cabernet Sauvignon and Franc blend
• Palate: Smooth and complex with firm structure and depth
• Finish: Long and satisfying
• Flavor Profile: A Bordeaux-style South African red with bold structure, smoothness, and complexity. Crafted to honor heritage and built to age well.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 62–65°F. Decant 30 minutes before serving to let the wine open up. Good with grilled steak, lamb, braised short ribs, and aged cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Aslina Wines was founded by Ntsiki Biyela, recognized as the first Black female winemaker in South Africa. Umsasane — the Zulu word for umbrella tree — was her grandmother’s nickname. This blend honors that connection: bold structure, genuine complexity, and a wine that shelters those who share it.

2021 Castlebridge Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold California red from Oakville AVA.

Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, it offers ripe dark fruit, approachable structure, and a smooth finish. It is a strong choice for steak, lamb, hearty roasted meats, aged cheeses, and gifting.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Vintage: 2021
• Region: Oakville AVA, California
• Grape: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature and let it breathe briefly before pairing with grilled steak, lamb, roasted meats, or aged cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Castlebridge Wine Company was founded by Tanika Wilson and connects California wine with a broader mission of representation in the wine industry.

2021 Castlebridge De Soleil Rose is a California rose from Black- and woman-owned Castlebridge Wine Company.

It is bright, fruit-forward, and crisp, with strawberry, cherry, raspberry, and refreshing acidity that fits warm-weather sipping, brunch, seafood dinners, spritzers, and light summer cocktails.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Rose
• Vintage: 2021
• ABV: 13%
• Region: California
• Blend: Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Rubired, Petite Verdot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, and other varieties

The 2021 Clyopatra Naijaitalia is a bold, limited-edition red blend from Clyopatra Winery & Vineyard in Central Maryland. Made from 54% Cabernet Sauvignon and 46% Cabernet Franc, it brings rich blackberry and cassis aromas with earthy undertones. The palate delivers dark cherry, chocolate, tobacco, and spice, all in a round, supple finish that reflects both Nigerian heritage and Maryland terroir.

A well-crafted, limited-edition Maryland red for those who appreciate structured blends with cultural depth. Good with grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2021
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Central Maryland
• Grapes: 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Cabernet Franc
• Best For: Grilled meats, hearty stews, aged cheeses, structured red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich blackberry, cassis, and earthy undertones
• Palate: Dark cherry, chocolate, tobacco, and spice with round, supple tannins
• Finish: Round and long
• Flavor Profile: A bold, structured Maryland Cab Sauv and Cab Franc blend with dark fruit depth and earthy complexity. Rich and full without being heavy.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 62–65°F. Decant 20–30 minutes before pouring. Good with grilled steak, braised meats, lamb, and aged cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Clyopatra Winery & Vineyard is a Black-owned wine brand in Central Maryland founded by an African immigrant family. Naijaitalia — combining “Naija” (a term of endearment for Nigeria) and “Italia” — is a wine that unites its founders’ Nigerian heritage with the Italian grape varieties that thrive in Maryland’s climate. A limited-edition expression made for those who want something with genuine story and character.

The 2021 Fifty Leven Heritage Red Blend is a bold, soulful Bordeaux-style red sourced from three states — 44% Merlot from Lodi, California; 43% Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington State; and 13% Cabernet Franc from Bella Luna Vineyards in Leesburg, Virginia. Jammy black fruit meets rich oak, vanilla, clove, and cassis for a Sunday-dinner classic that speaks to both tradition and community.

A versatile, food-friendly red that fits casual dinners, special occasions, and anyone who appreciates a well-made everyday bottle with a real story behind it.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend (Meritage-style)
• Vintage: 2021
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Multi-state blend — California (Lodi), Washington State, Virginia (Loudoun County)
• Grapes: 44% Merlot (Lodi, CA), 43% Cabernet Sauvignon (WA), 13% Cabernet Franc (Leesburg, VA)
• Best For: Sunday dinners, grilled meats, casual gatherings, versatile red wine drinkers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Jammy black fruit, oak, and cassis
• Palate: Rich and bold with vanilla, clove, and cassis depth alongside smooth dark fruit
• Finish: Warm and satisfying
• Flavor Profile: A bold, layered Bordeaux-style blend sourced from three states. Jammy, rich, and built for the table — a personal expression from the Fifty Leven brand.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–65°F. Good with roasted meats, grilled steak, Sunday dinner, and hearty pasta.

What Makes It Special

Fifty Leven is the first Black-owned wine company in Loudoun County, Virginia — a distinction noted in the brand’s Virginia.org profile. Founder Kindra Dionne blends grapes from California, Washington, and her home state of Virginia to create a collection that is both personal and broadly appealing. The Heritage Red Blend is the brand’s most layered offering — a wine with depth, story, and a Sunday-dinner spirit.

The 2021 Fifty Leven Petit Manseng is an off-dry white wine from the Two Principals Vineyard in Warrenton, Virginia. Made from 100% Petit Manseng — a white grape with thicker skin that holds up well in Virginia’s climate — it brings tropical fruit and orchard flavors with a touch of honey and natural acidity that keeps it from feeling heavy.

A good fit for people who enjoy a little fruit-forward sweetness without going fully sweet. Works well for brunch, light appetizers, spicy dishes, and anyone curious about what Virginia white wine can be. Enjoy chilled.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Petit Manseng
• Vintage: 2021
• ABV: 13.7%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Two Principals Vineyard, Warrenton, Virginia (Loudoun County)
• Best For: Brunch, spicy food, fruit-forward white wine lovers, Virginia wine exploration

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Tropical fruits, sweet apricot, and fresh melon
• Palate: Juicy and off-dry — pineapple, green apple, pear, and a touch of honey balanced by natural acidity
• Finish: Smooth and lightly sweet with a clean close
• Flavor Profile: Tropical and fruit-forward with off-dry sweetness. Approachable for new wine drinkers and interesting for those looking for something different from Virginia.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 45–50°F. Pairs well with spicy dishes, light Asian cuisine, fruit-forward salads, fresh cheeses, or as a brunch pour.

What Makes It Special

Fifty Leven is the first Black-owned wine company in Loudoun County, Virginia — a fact noted in the brand’s Virginia.org profile. Founder Kindra Dionne launched the brand in 2021 specifically to reach wine drinkers whose palates were underrepresented in conventional wine selections. Working with veteran Loudoun winemaker Fabbioli Cellars, she built a small collection where each wine reflects a chapter of her life. The name “Fifty Leven” comes from a Black American expression for abundance.

The 2021 Woman in Wine Pinotage is a medium-bodied red from the Western Cape of South Africa. It opens with layered dark berry flavors, glides into a juicy mid-palate, and finishes long and clean. A wine that shows the range and character of Pinotage — South Africa’s signature red grape — in an elegant, easy-drinking expression.

Good for grilled meats, casual dinners, and anyone who wants to explore South African red wine beyond the familiar styles. Serve at room temperature or slightly below.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Pinotage
• Vintage: 2021
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Western Cape
• Best For: Grilled meats, braised dishes, casual dinners, South African wine explorers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Layered dark berry aromas
• Palate: Medium-bodied with dark berry fruit, good depth, and a juicy character
• Finish: Long and clean
• Flavor Profile: An elegant, medium-bodied Pinotage from the Western Cape. Dark berry character with a juicy finish — a good introduction to South Africa’s signature red grape.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 58–63°F. Good with grilled meats, braised dishes, hearty stews, and casual dinner fare.

What Makes It Special

Woman in Wine is a Black-owned wine brand from South Africa, rooted in a commitment to empowerment, ethical agriculture, and quality winemaking. Pinotage is South Africa’s own grape variety — a cross of Pinot Noir and Cinsaut, developed in the country in the 1920s — and this expression shows the variety’s best qualities: dark berry fruit, medium body, and a clean, food-friendly finish.

The 2022 Alexis George Darémore Chardonnay is a graceful California Chardonnay from the Central Coast. On the nose it carries honeysuckle and lemon. On the palate, subtle notes of oak meet bright citrus and floral tones, with balanced flavors of green apple, melon, and a long, creamy finish.

A Chardonnay with heart — every sale supports scholarships for underserved youth through Alexis George Wines. Good for food pairings, gifting, and anyone who appreciates a well-made, community-connected California white.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Central Coast, California
• Best For: Seafood, light pasta, roast chicken, gifting

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Honeysuckle, lemon, and floral aromatics
• Palate: Bright citrus and floral tones with balanced green apple, melon, and subtle oak
• Finish: Long and creamy
• Flavor Profile: A floral, citrus-forward Central Coast Chardonnay with a long creamy finish. Lightly oaked, well-balanced, and built for food.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 46–50°F. Pairs well with grilled fish, shrimp, roast chicken, light pasta, and soft cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Alexis George Wines is a Black woman–owned wine brand from California. Every bottle sold supports scholarships for underserved youth — a direct connection between enjoying a quality wine and investing in the next generation. The Darémore Chardonnay is a flagship expression of that mission: well-crafted, community-powered, and built to last.

2022 Castlebridge Pinot Noir is a bright California Pinot Noir made primarily from Pinot Noir with a small field-blend component.

It offers strawberry, cherry, raspberry, floral spice, bright acidity, and subtle oak. The live product data lists ABV as a 12.6-12.7% range, so this bottle is best described as approximately 12.7% ABV.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2022
• ABV: Approximately 12.7%
• Region: California
• Blend: 98.6% Pinot Noir with a small field-blend component

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly chilled with grilled salmon, roasted chicken, mushrooms, cheese plates, or pizza night.

What Makes It Special

Castlebridge Wine Company was founded by Tanika Wilson and offers California wines with an emphasis on representation and approachable quality.

The 2022 FlyGirl Daisy White Blend is a bright, aromatic white wine from Central Maryland. It blends Chardonnay, Viognier, and Petit Manseng — three grapes that together create a floral, off-dry wine with a refreshing crispness and soft, approachable texture.

A lush and floral pour that is easy to enjoy on its own or with food. Good for brunch, outdoor entertaining, and anyone who enjoys an aromatic white with a gentle sweetness.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: White Blend
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Central Maryland
• Grapes: Chardonnay, Viognier, Petit Manseng
• Best For: Brunch, outdoor entertaining, floral white wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Bright, floral, and aromatic — Viognier brings the florals, Chardonnay and Petit Manseng add fruit depth
• Palate: Off-dry and lush with a refreshing crispness and soft texture
• Finish: Crisp and clean with a gentle sweet note
• Flavor Profile: A floral, off-dry Maryland white blend. Bright and aromatic with a lush, approachable character — super drinkable.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 44–48°F. Good with brunch fare, light chicken dishes, soft cheeses, fruit-forward salads, and outdoor gatherings.

What Makes It Special

FLYgirl Winery is a Black-owned wine brand founded by Maiyeshia McFadden — whose name FLY stands for “First Love Yourself.” She began hosting intimate wine tastings and grew the brand from that community foundation. The Daisy White Blend reflects her commitment to wines that are bright, accessible, and genuinely enjoyable.

2022 Frichette Punctual Red Blend is a Cabernet Franc-driven red from Washington State's Red Mountain AVA.

It brings red and black fruit, soft tannins, cherry, raspberry, blackberry, and a finish touched by vanilla and caramel. This is a polished Washington red for roasted meats, pasta, pork, lighter charcuterie, and casual evening meals.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Cabernet Franc-driven red blend
• Vintage: 2022
• Region: Red Mountain AVA, Washington

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature in a red wine glass. Let it open briefly before pairing with roasted chicken, pasta, pork, or charcuterie.

What Makes It Special

Frichette is a small-production wine brand in Washington's Red Mountain AVA, a region known for structured reds with concentrated fruit.

The 2022 House of Brown Chardonnay is a bright, tropical white wine from Lodi’s Cosumnes River appellation in California. It blends 85% Chardonnay with 15% Chenin Blanc, fermented in stainless steel and aged three months sur lie for a texture that is clean and crisp with just enough body to feel satisfying.

A good everyday white that works well with seafood, light pasta, grilled chicken, or as a pour before dinner. Chill it down and it is ready any season.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Chardonnay
• Vintage: 2022
• ABV: Approximately 13.5%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Lodi, Cosumnes River, California
• Best For: Seafood, grilled chicken, brunch, everyday white wine

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Pale gold with clear, bright color
• Nose: Jasmine, tropical guava, starfruit, lychee, key lime, and a hint of stone fruit
• Palate: Crisp and silky with medium body — honeydew melon, citrus zest, and a subtle creaminess from sur lie aging
• Finish: Clean minerality with a light saline close
• Flavor Profile: Tropical and floral with a refreshing, food-friendly finish. Certified sustainable and vegan-friendly.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 45–50°F. Pairs well with oysters, crab cakes, grilled shrimp, roast chicken, or a light cheese board.

What Makes It Special

House of Brown is a Black-owned wine brand from Brown Estate — California’s first Black-owned estate winery, founded by siblings Deneen, David, and Coral Brown. Launched in 2018, House of Brown brings quality, regeneratively farmed California wines to a wider audience. The label’s collage artwork celebrates diversity — different people, flowers, and fruits — a reflection of the Brown family’s belief that everyone is welcome at the table.

The 2022 House of Brown Red Blend is a fresh, light-bodied California red built for year-round enjoyment. Made from 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Pinot Noir from Lodi’s Cosumnes River appellation, it is fermented in stainless steel with oak staves for 11 months — giving it a lush, fruit-forward character with warm spice notes and crisp acidity. Chillable and versatile.

Good for casual gatherings, outdoor dining, and anyone who wants a lighter red they can chill slightly and share freely. Certified sustainable and vegan-friendly.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2022
• ABV: Approximately 13.2%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Lodi, Cosumnes River, California
• Grapes: 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Pinot Noir
• Best For: Casual gatherings, outdoor dining, chillable red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Lush fruit and warm spice notes
• Palate: Light-bodied with crisp acidity and fruit-forward character
• Finish: Fresh and inviting
• Flavor Profile: A fresh, chillable California red blend with lush fruit, warm spice, and crisp acidity. Lighter than most Cabs — a good pour for those who want a red that is easy-going and crowd-friendly.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 55–60°F or slightly chilled. Good with lighter fare, grilled chicken, burgers, casual gatherings, and outdoor dining.

What Makes It Special

House of Brown is a Black-owned wine brand from Brown Estate, a California estate winery in Napa. The House of Brown label was built to bring accessible, regeneratively farmed California wines to a wider audience. This Red Blend — lighter, chillable, and fruit-forward — is designed for the everyday drinking moments that most premium California reds skip over.

The 2022 Imperial 94 Cabernet Sauvignon is a structured Maryland red from Prince George’s County. It brings blackberry, black cherry, dark plum, and subtle spice in a smooth Cabernet profile — bold enough for dinner, approachable enough for anyone still finding their footing with red wine.

Good with steak, lamb, burgers, and roasted vegetables. A wine that carries new-generation energy from a young Maryland brand with real ambition.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Prince George’s County, Maryland
• Best For: Steak, lamb, burgers, roasted vegetables

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Blackberry, black cherry, and dark plum with subtle spice
• Palate: Smooth and structured with dark fruit and approachable tannins
• Finish: Clean with lasting fruit depth
• Flavor Profile: A smooth, fruit-forward Maryland Cabernet Sauvignon with good structure. Bold enough for a hearty meal, approachable for newer red wine drinkers.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–65°F. Good with grilled steak, lamb, burgers, and roasted vegetables.

What Makes It Special

Imperial 94 was founded by Brian Kelley, Jamaal Dubose, and Tre Henderson — named for their birth year, 1994 — as a Maryland wine brand carrying that same forward-looking energy. The Cabernet is crafted in Prince George’s County, a growing wine community in the Mid-Atlantic region.

The 2022 Indigéné Muscat of Alexandria is a vibrant, aromatic white wine from Paso Robles, California. Pale straw in color, it presents aromas of lychee, white flowers, and honeysuckle, complemented by a light body and a crisp, refreshing finish that captures the essence of California’s Central Coast.

A good pick for those who enjoy floral, aromatic white wines that are light and easy to sip. Good for warm evenings, cheese boards, and gifting to someone who appreciates something a little different.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Muscat of Alexandria
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Paso Robles, California
• Best For: Warm evenings, cheese boards, floral white wine lovers, gifting

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Pale straw
• Nose: Lychee, white flowers, and honeysuckle — aromatic and fragrant
• Palate: Light-bodied with clean, refreshing acidity
• Finish: Crisp and clean
• Flavor Profile: An aromatic, floral California Muscat with lychee and honeysuckle character. Light, fresh, and memorable.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Good with soft cheeses, light fruit desserts, spiced appetizers, or on its own as a fragrant aperitif.

What Makes It Special

Indigéné Cellars is a Black-owned wine brand producing small-batch wines from California’s Central Coast. Muscat of Alexandria is one of the oldest cultivated grape varieties in the world — known for its distinctive floral aromatics and lychee character. Growing it in Paso Robles brings Central Coast sunshine and freshness to this ancient variety.

The 2022 LaShellé Roussanne is a textured, expressive white wine from Washington State’s White Bluffs AVA in the Columbia Valley. It brings floral aromatics, baked apple, poached pear, and a soft spice note that give it more depth than a simple everyday white.

A good pick when you want a white wine with body but not heaviness. Works well with roast chicken, creamy pasta, or richer fish dishes.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Roussanne
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: White Bluffs AVA, Columbia Valley, Washington
• Best For: Roast chicken, creamy pasta, rich fish dishes, white wine with more body

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Floral aromatics with baked apple and a hint of spice
• Palate: Textured and expressive — poached pear, apple, and a soft spice note with good body
• Finish: Balanced and satisfying
• Flavor Profile: A fuller-bodied white with floral aromatics and orchard fruit depth. More texture than a typical Chardonnay or Pinot Grigio without feeling heavy.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 48–52°F. Good alongside roast chicken, creamy pasta, pork, or richer fish preparations. Also enjoyable on its own as an evening pour.

What Makes It Special

LaShellé Wines sources from designated AVAs in Washington State, focusing on single-vineyard sites with distinct terroir. Roussanne is relatively rare in Washington — the White Bluffs AVA’s conditions bring out the grape’s characteristic floral depth and orchard fruit richness in a style that feels both expressive and balanced.

The 2022 LaShellé Sangiovese is a bright, savory red from Washington State’s Rattlesnake Hills AVA in the Yakima Valley. It brings cherry, blackberry, mineral notes, and savory earth with enough acidity to keep each sip fresh — structured but still easy at the table.

A good bottle for people who like reds with lift instead of heavy oak and sweetness. Works well with pasta, pizza, roasted chicken, and weeknight dinners where the wine needs to work with the food.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Sangiovese
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Rattlesnake Hills AVA, Yakima Valley, Washington
• Best For: Pasta, pizza, roasted chicken, grilled vegetables, food-friendly red wine

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Cherry, blackberry, and mineral notes with savory earth undertones
• Palate: Bright and structured with good acidity and food-friendly character
• Finish: Fresh and clean
• Flavor Profile: A bright, savory Washington Sangiovese with cherry and mineral character. More lift than oak — built for the dinner table.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 58–62°F. Good with pasta, pizza, roasted chicken, and lighter meat dishes. Also enjoyable as a casual evening pour.

What Makes It Special

LaShellé Wines sources from designated AVAs in Washington State, focusing on single-vineyard sites with distinct terroir. Sangiovese is less common in Washington than Cabernet or Merlot, which makes this expression from the Rattlesnake Hills AVA a distinctive find — showing how Washington’s warm days and cool nights suit the variety’s need for acidity and structure.

2022 Love Drunk Rose is a still Willamette Valley rose from Maison Noir Wines, founded by sommelier and winemaker Andre Hueston Mack.

Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it is fresh, playful, and fruit-driven, with strawberry, raspberry, watermelon rind, kiwi, and a bright finish. Serve chilled for brunch, warm evenings, weddings, light salads, grilled shrimp, soft cheeses, or spicy dishes.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Style: Rose
• Vintage: 2022
• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Blend: 72% Chardonnay, 28% Pinot Noir

The 2022 Maison Noir OPP “Other People’s Pinot Gris” is a vibrant, feel-good white wine from Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Harvested after a long, cool season that brought refined acidity, it dances lightly with juicy notes of apples, pears, and peaches — all while radiating bright energy and a sense of fun.

A crowd-pleasing Pinot Gris that is easy to enjoy at any gathering. Good for brunch, casual dinners, and anyone who wants a fruit-forward white wine that has a personality to go with it.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Gris
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Producer: Maison Noir Wines
• Best For: Brunch, casual dinners, gatherings, fruit-forward white wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Juicy apples, pears, and peaches — bright and inviting
• Palate: Light and lively with good acidity from the long, cool Oregon growing season
• Finish: Bright and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: A juicy, fruit-forward Willamette Valley Pinot Gris with upbeat energy and a clean finish. Easy and enjoyable across the board.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 44–48°F. Good alongside roast chicken, light seafood, mushroom dishes, soft cheeses, or on its own at a gathering.

What Makes It Special

Maison Noir Wines is a Black-owned wine brand from Portland, Oregon, founded by winemaker Andre Hueston Mack. OPP — “Other People’s Pinot Gris” — is a Maison Noir signature. The Willamette Valley’s long, cool 2022 season produced fruit with refined acidity and bright character — exactly the kind of vintage that suits Pinot Gris.

The 2022 Mother Block White Blend is a bright, textured Australian white made from Italian grape varieties grown in the warm Murray Darling region. It brings lemon, passionfruit, pineapple, and herbal notes with a clean, refreshing finish.

Crisp and a little different — a good pick when you want a white wine that sits somewhere between refreshing and interesting. Easy to enjoy on its own or with food.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: White Blend
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: Australia
• Region: Murray Darling, Chalmers Vineyard
• Best For: Seafood, light pasta, warm-weather drinking, exploring Italian varietals from Australia

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Lemon, passionfruit, pineapple, and fresh herbal notes
• Palate: Bright and textured with clean acidity and good fruit depth
• Finish: Refreshing and clean
• Flavor Profile: An Italian-variety white blend from a warm Australian region. Tropical and herbal with a crisp finish — approachable but with more texture than a typical everyday white.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 45–48°F. Good with grilled fish, light pasta, seafood, or on its own as a casual warm-weather pour.

What Makes It Special

Chalmers Vineyard in Murray Darling, Australia is one of the leading growers of Italian grape varieties outside of Italy. The Mother Block is their founding block of Italian varietals — planted specifically to explore how these grapes perform in a warm Australian climate. The result is a white blend with a distinct personality.

The 2022 Narcisso Cellars Vidal Blanc is a crisp, fruit-forward white wine from Kent County, Maryland. Made from 100% Vidal Blanc, fermented in stainless steel to preserve freshness and bright acidity, it is lively, food-friendly, and thoughtfully crafted by a Caribbean-American sister team.

A good fit for gatherings, light meals, and casual sipping. The clean acidity and bright fruit character make it easy to pair with a range of lighter dishes.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Vidal Blanc
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Kent County, Maryland
• Grapes: 100% Vidal Blanc
• Best For: Seafood, light meals, gatherings, everyday white wine drinking

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh and bright with fruit-forward aromatics
• Palate: Crisp and lively with bright acidity from stainless steel fermentation
• Finish: Clean and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: A clean, fruit-forward Maryland Vidal Blanc with crisp acidity and a light, food-friendly profile.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 44–48°F. Good with oysters, crab, grilled fish, light pasta, fresh vegetables, or as an easy pour at gatherings.

What Makes It Special

Narcisso Wine Cellar produces hand-crafted Maryland wines. The founders, Dalia and Cyndi, are sisters from the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua who grew up in Washington, DC. Winemaking started as Dalia’s hobby — an opportunity for family and friends to gather — and grew into a wine brand that reflects their Caribbean roots and Maryland terroir.