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The 2022 Narcisso Fiesta White Blend is a bright, tropical white wine from Kent County, Maryland. Made from Vidal Blanc, it brings pineapple, pear, and ripe citrus flavors with a soft sweetness that makes it an accessible, enjoyable pour for those who like fruit-forward whites.

A good fit for casual entertaining, warm weather, and guests who enjoy a touch of sweetness in their white wine. Serve chilled.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: White Blend
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Kent County, Maryland
• Best For: Casual entertaining, warm weather, sweet-leaning white wine drinkers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Tropical fruit — pineapple and ripe citrus
• Palate: Bright and fruit-forward with soft sweetness and tropical pineapple, pear, and citrus
• Finish: Refreshing and lightly sweet
• Flavor Profile: A tropical, fruit-forward Maryland white blend with a soft, accessible sweetness. Great representation of what a sweet white wine from the Mid-Atlantic can be.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Good with spicy dishes, light appetizers, tropical fruit, soft cheeses, or on its own as a casual summer pour.

What Makes It Special

Narcisso Wine Cellar is a hand-crafted Maryland wine brand founded by Dalia and Cyndi — sisters from the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua who grew up in Washington, DC. The Fiesta White Blend reflects their Caribbean roots and a commitment to making wine that is true to its terroir and accessible to a wide range of drinkers.

The 2022 Narcisso Merlot is a medium-bodied red from Kent County, Maryland. Made from 85% Merlot, 10% Barbera, and 5% Malbec, it brings bright berry aromas layered with subtle jammy spice. Aged in French oak, it delivers soft leather, earthy depth, and bold blackberry, cherry, and plum flavors — finishing expressively and long. A wine that bridges elegance and approachability with a Caribbean-rooted warmth.

A good everyday red for a range of dinners and occasions. Pairs well with pasta, grilled meats, and lighter dishes.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Merlot
• Vintage: 2022
• ABV: 13.2%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Kent County, Maryland
• Grapes: 85% Merlot, 10% Barbera, 5% Malbec
• Best For: Pasta, grilled meats, casual dinners, approachable red wine drinkers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Bright berry aromas with subtle jammy spice
• Palate: Medium-bodied with soft leather, earthy depth, and blackberry, cherry, and plum flavors from French oak aging
• Finish: Expressive and long
• Flavor Profile: A smooth, medium-bodied Maryland Merlot with bright fruit, French oak complexity, and a long finish. Elegant and approachable in equal measure.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 58–63°F. Good with pasta, grilled meats, roasted chicken, mushroom dishes, and lighter charcuterie.

What Makes It Special

Narcisso Wine Cellar is a hand-crafted Maryland wine brand founded by sisters Dalia and Cyndi, whose roots are in the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua. The Merlot brings their family tradition of gathering over good food and wine directly into the bottle — warm, approachable, and crafted with care.

The 2022 Narcisso Serenity Red Blend is an oak-aged Maryland red from Kent County, made from 96% Barbera and 4% natural blackberry fruit. It brings supple, ripe red fruit with notes of vanilla and blackberry for a refreshing, balanced finish — a lighter-style red that is approachable and easy to enjoy.

A good fit for casual dinners, lighter fare, and anyone who wants a smooth, accessible red from a small Maryland wine producer with Caribbean roots.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Kent County, Maryland
• Grapes: 96% Barbera, 4% natural blackberry fruit
• Best For: Casual dinners, lighter meats, pasta, accessible red wine drinkers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe red fruit and blackberry with vanilla notes from oak aging
• Palate: Supple and smooth with ripe red fruit, vanilla, and blackberry character
• Finish: Refreshing and balanced
• Flavor Profile: A smooth, fruit-forward Maryland red blend with ripe berry and vanilla character. Light, approachable, and easy to pair with food.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 58–62°F. Good with lighter meats, pasta, pizza, and casual dinner fare.

What Makes It Special

Narcisso Wine Cellar is a hand-crafted Maryland wine brand founded by sisters Dalia and Cyndi, who grew up in Washington, DC after coming from the Caribbean coast of Nicaragua. The Serenity Red Blend reflects their commitment to accessible, fruit-forward wines that bring family and community together.

2022 New Noir is a skin-contact orange wine from Maison Noir in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

This field blend spends 22 days on skins, giving it amber color, bold aromatics, stone fruit, salinity, and lively acidity.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Orange Wine / Skin-Contact White Blend
• Vintage: 2022
• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Blend: Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Muscat, and Pinot Blanc

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Nectarine, apricot, honeysuckle, and stone fruit.
• Palate: Full-bodied with mouthwatering lift, dense salinity, and bright fruit.
• Finish: Racy, saline, and structured with lively acidity.
• Flavor Profile: Aromatic, textured, saline, and bright.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled or lightly chilled with Mediterranean dishes, shellfish, spicy takeout, tangy cheeses, or roasted vegetables.

What Makes It Special

The skin-contact process gives this white-grape blend extra color, texture, and aromatic intensity.

The 2022 Orange Boots Tannat is a bold, full-bodied red from Collina de Bella Vineyards in Yolo County, California — part of the Winters Highlands AVA. Made from 100% Tannat, it delivers intense spice, cocoa, and smoky plum on the nose, followed by a firm, velvety tannin structure and a chewy, concentrated palate. The dense purple-red color is a direct signal of the richness inside.

A serious wine for those who enjoy bold, structured reds with cellaring potential. Good with smoked meats, braised dishes, and aged cheeses. Decanting is recommended.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Tannat
• Vintage: 2022
• ABV: 13%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Collina de Bella Vineyard, Winters Highlands AVA, Yolo County, California
• Best For: Smoked meats, braised lamb, aged cheeses, bold red wine collectors

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Dense purple-red
• Nose: Intense spice, cocoa, and smoky plum
• Palate: Full-bodied and chewy with firm, velvety tannins and concentrated dark fruit
• Finish: Long and structured
• Flavor Profile: A powerful, full-bodied California Tannat with intense spice, cocoa, and dark fruit. Firm tannins with a velvety texture — a wine that rewards patience.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 62–65°F. Decant 45–1 hour before serving. Good with smoked meats, braised short ribs, lamb, and strong aged cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Orange Boots Wine is a Black-owned wine brand founded by Felecia Hodges, sourcing from Collina de Bella Vineyards in Yolo County. Tannat is one of the world’s most tannic red grapes, historically grown in France’s Madiran region and Uruguay. Felecia’s California version brings the variety’s bold character to a new setting — a distinctive, full-flavored expression that stands apart from more common California reds.

The 2022 Theo-patra’s Cuvée “Cerise” is a rich, juicy red blend from Yorkville Highlands in Mendocino County, California. Made from 40% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre, 20% Syrah, and 10% Petite Sirah, it brings notes of cherry preserves and buttery shortbread, building to a long, warm finish. This is a wine that suits multiple palates and pairs naturally with warm, comforting cuisine.

A crowd-pleasing, food-friendly red with rich fruit and a smooth character. Good for casual dinners, gifting, and any occasion where you want something satisfying without requiring a lot of preparation.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Yorkville Highlands, Mendocino County, California
• Grapes: 40% Grenache, 30% Mourvèdre, 20% Syrah, 10% Petite Sirah
• Best For: Casual dinners, gifting, warm comfort food, versatile red wine drinkers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Cherry preserves and warm spice
• Palate: Rich and juicy with cherry preserves, buttery notes, and good depth from the Grenache-Mourvèdre-Syrah combination
• Finish: Long and warm
• Flavor Profile: A rich, juicy California red blend with cherry preserves, warm spice, and a smooth finish. The GSM-style blend brings both fruit depth and savory complexity.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–64°F. Good with roasted chicken, grilled pork, lamb, hearty braised dishes, and warm comfort food.

What Makes It Special

Theopolis Vineyards is a Black-owned wine brand in California founded by Theodora Lee — attorney, winemaker, and Delta Sigma Theta alumna. The Cuvée “Cerise” is named for its cherry-preserve character and reflects Theodora’s commitment to bold, food-friendly wines that welcome a wide range of palates. The Grenache-forward GSM-style blend is both versatile and distinctive.

2022 Theopolis Vineyards Cortada Alta Vineyard Pinot Noir is a California Pinot Noir from the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA.

It brings currant, black cherry, baking spice, savory earth, sage, wild berry, mushroom, and pepper notes, with lively acidity and a layered finish. Pair it with pork chops, salmon, turkey, grilled vegetables, mushrooms, or charcuterie.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Noir
• Vintage: 2022
• ABV: 14.6%
• Region: Santa Lucia Highlands AVA, California

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Currant, black cherry, tobacco, vanilla, baking spice, earth, and sage.
• Palate: Wild berry, mushroom, pepper spice, herb, and black raspberry.
• Finish: Long and layered with dark fruit, spice, savory oak, and lively acidity.
• Flavor Profile: Savory, layered, fruit-driven, and lightly earthy.

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature in a Pinot Noir glass. A short opening period can help the fruit and savory notes show clearly.

What Makes It Special

This Pinot Noir comes from Cortada Alta Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands, a cool coastal California area known for expressive Pinot Noir.

The 2022 Ward Four Grist Vineyard Petite Sirah is a full-bodied, 100% Petite Sirah from the Grist Vineyard in Dry Creek, near Healdsburg, California. Royal purple in color, it delivers violet, sage, and dark chocolate-covered blueberry on the nose, evolving on the palate with boysenberry, roasted hazelnut, plum jam, and black cherry. Unfined and unfiltered, with up to ten years of cellaring potential.

A serious red for those who enjoy bold, structured wines with depth and age potential. Decanting is highly recommended.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Petite Sirah
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Grist Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley (Healdsburg), California
• Grapes: 100% Petite Sirah
• Best For: Grilled meats, braised short ribs, aged cheeses, cellaring

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Royal purple
• Nose: Violet, sage, and dark chocolate-covered blueberry
• Palate: Full-bodied with vibrant acidity — boysenberry, roasted hazelnut, plum jam, and black cherry with moderate tannins
• Finish: Long and structured
• Flavor Profile: A bold, layered Dry Creek Petite Sirah with dark fruit intensity, earthy complexity, and serious structure. Unfined and unfiltered — built to age up to ten years.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 62–65°F. Decant 45 minutes to 1 hour before serving. Good with grilled steak, braised short ribs, lamb, smoked meats, and strong aged cheeses. Also a good candidate for the cellar.

What Makes It Special

Ward Four is a Black-owned wine brand sourcing from the Grist Vineyard in Dry Creek Valley — a Sonoma County appellation known for producing Petite Sirah with exceptional density and age potential. This wine is unfined and unfiltered, made with minimal intervention to let the vineyard’s character speak directly.

2023 Boyd Cru Living Legacy Red Blend is a Maryland red from Poolesville with cherry, raspberry, espresso, cocoa, and smooth texture.

The listed blend is led by Barbera with Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Merlot. Its fruit, cocoa, and gentle savory notes make it a fit for grilled meats, pasta with red sauce, mushroom dishes, and rich chocolate desserts.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red blend
• Vintage: 2023
• Region: Poolesville, Maryland
• Blend: 70% Barbera, 10% Cabernet Franc, 10% Malbec, 10% Merlot

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh cherry, raspberry, and cocoa tones.
• Palate: Juicy cherry and blackberry with subtle espresso notes.
• Finish: Smooth and lingering with cocoa character.
• Flavor Profile: Juicy, smooth, red-fruited, and cocoa-toned.

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature. Pair with grilled meats, red-sauce pasta, mushrooms, or chocolate desserts.

What Makes It Special

Boyd Cru is a BIPOC-owned Maryland wine brand from Jon'll and Matthew Boyd, focused on community, heritage, and locally rooted wine.

2023 Brown Estate Chaos Theory Red Blend is a bold, plush California red with ripe fruit, spice, and a smooth, concentrated finish.

The product data describes Chaos Theory as Brown Estate's signature blend, assembled vintage by vintage with Napa Valley and Sonoma-sourced fruit. It brings dark cherry, plum, licorice, caramel, cocoa, tobacco, baking spice, and supple tannins.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red blend
• Vintage: 2023
• ABV: Approximately 14.5%
• Appellation: Napa Valley, with Sonoma-sourced fruit in this edition
• Aging: Typically 8-12 months in French and American oak

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Maraschino cherry, red licorice, rose, clove, cardamom, leather, cola, and cassis.
• Palate: Full-bodied and juicy with dark cherry, plum, licorice, caramel, cocoa, tobacco, and baking spice.
• Finish: Silky, balanced, concentrated, and smooth.
• Flavor Profile: Bold, plush, fruit-forward, spicy, and smooth.

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature with grilled meats, hearty pasta, wood-fired pizza, spicy dishes, or slow-cooked stews.

What Makes It Special

Chaos Theory is a signature Brown Estate red blend that changes with the vintage, reflecting the fruit and cellar decisions of each growing year.

The 2023 Hedon State Crimson Crush is a medium-bodied red blend from Virginia’s Piedmont region, made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It opens with layers of red fruit and spice, with a gentle oak undertone — approachable and expressive, from a Black-owned wine brand pushing boundaries in Virginia winemaking.

Good for casual sipping and mid-week dinners. Pairs with a wide range of dishes and works for both seasoned red wine drinkers and those still exploring what they like.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2023
• ABV: Approximately 13.5%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Piedmont Region, Virginia
• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
• Best For: Casual dinners, weeknight meals, approachable red wine drinkers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Red fruit and spice with a gentle oak note
• Palate: Medium-bodied and approachable with red fruit layers and a gentle oak undertone
• Finish: Smooth and even
• Flavor Profile: An approachable, medium-bodied Virginia red blend from Hedon State. Red fruit and spice with gentle oak — easy to pair and good for a range of occasions.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 58–63°F. Good with pasta, grilled chicken, lighter meats, and casual dinner fare.

What Makes It Special

Hedon State is a Black-owned wine brand from Virginia’s Piedmont region, working to expand the range and reputation of Virginia winemaking. The Crimson Crush reflects that mission — an approachable, well-made everyday red that introduces Virginia terroir to a wider audience.

The 2023 HER Collection Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant, zesty white wine from a single-vineyard site in Worcester, Wellington, South Africa. Crafted by an all-female, all-Black winemaking collective, it bursts with grenadilla, grapefruit, green apple, and fresh-cut grass — finishing crisp and clean.

Good for summer days, seafood dinners, cheese platters, and anyone who wants a white wine that is bright and refreshing without being flat or simple. Serve well chilled.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Sauvignon Blanc
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Worcester, Wellington, South Africa
• Best For: Seafood, salads, cheese platters, grilled chicken, summer drinking

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Grenadilla, grapefruit, green apple, and fresh-cut grass — vibrant and zesty
• Palate: Bright and citrus-forward with clean, lively acidity
• Finish: Crisp and clean
• Flavor Profile: A vibrant, citrus-forward South African Sauvignon Blanc with tropical fruit notes and a clean finish. Expressive and food-friendly.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Pairs naturally with oysters, grilled fish, shrimp, goat cheese, green salads, and grilled chicken.

What Makes It Special

HER Collection is crafted by an all-female, all-Black winemaking collective in South Africa — a team that brings both craft and purpose to every bottle. The wine comes from a single-vineyard site in Worcester, Wellington, and reflects the collective’s commitment to producing quality wine that is as expressive as the team behind it.

The 2023 LaShellé Rattlesnake Hills AVA Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, citrus-forward white wine from Washington State’s Yakima Valley. It brings lemon, grapefruit, green apple, and clean acidity that keeps the wine fresh and direct from first sip to finish.

A strong pick for seafood nights, summer salads, and anyone who wants a white wine that is clean and bright without being sharp. Pairs especially well with goat cheese, grilled fish, and green salads.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Sauvignon Blanc
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Rattlesnake Hills AVA, Yakima Valley, Washington
• Best For: Seafood, salads, goat cheese, patio drinking, weeknight dinners

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Citrus blossom, grapefruit, lemon zest, and green apple
• Palate: Crisp and light-bodied with bright acidity — lemon, lime, and a clean herbal note
• Finish: Clean and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: Zesty and citrus-forward with a bright, palate-waking finish. An easy everyday white for warm weather and lighter meals.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 45–48°F. Best alongside oysters, shrimp, grilled fish, goat cheese, or a fresh green salad.

What Makes It Special

LaShellé Wines sources from single-vineyard sites in Washington’s designated AVAs. The Rattlesnake Hills AVA sits within the Yakima Valley and is known for warm days, cool nights, and volcanic basalt soils — conditions that bring natural brightness and crisp acidity to white wines like this Sauvignon Blanc.

The 2023 Maison Noir “In Sheep’s Clothing” Pinot Grigio is a crisp, bright white wine from Central Washington. It brings green apple, ripe pear, lemon zest, white flowers, and a clean mineral finish — easy to pour and still with enough personality to hold your attention.

Good for seafood, salads, brunch, and warm-weather meals. A reliable, straightforward white wine with a little more character than typical grocery store Pinot Grigio.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Grigio
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Central Washington
• Producer: Maison Noir Wines
• Best For: Seafood, salads, brunch, warm-weather drinking

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Green apple, pear, lemon zest, and white flowers
• Palate: Crisp and light-bodied with bright acidity and a clean mineral note
• Finish: Clean and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: A bright, fruit-forward Pinot Grigio with floral lift and mineral character. Fresh and easy to pair with food.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Good alongside oysters, grilled shrimp, salads, goat cheese, or lighter pasta dishes.

What Makes It Special

Maison Noir Wines is a Black-owned wine brand from Portland, Oregon, founded by winemaker Andre Hueston Mack. The brand is known for approachable, well-made wines with a distinct personality — and names like “In Sheep’s Clothing” that reflect that spirit. This Pinot Grigio is sourced from Central Washington’s warm days and cool nights, which give it the natural acidity and freshness that makes the style work.

The 2023 Maison Noir “In Sheep’s Clothing” Cabernet Sauvignon is a ripe, balanced red from Central Washington. It delivers cassis, blueberry, black cherry, dried herbs, and a touch of wood smoke — easy at first sip, with more structure and depth as it opens up.

A good everyday Cabernet for steak nights, burgers, and anyone who wants fruit with structure rather than heavy oak.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Central Washington
• Producer: Maison Noir Wines
• Best For: Steak, burgers, hearty pasta, grilled meats

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Cassis, blueberry, black cherry, and dried herbs with a hint of wood smoke
• Palate: Ripe and fruit-forward at first, revealing more structure and depth with time in the glass
• Finish: Clean and balanced
• Flavor Profile: A balanced, fruit-driven Washington Cabernet with enough structure to hold its own with food. Approachable without being simple.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–65°F. Pairs well with grilled steak, lamb, burgers, and hearty pasta dishes. Give it a few minutes in the glass to open up.

What Makes It Special

Maison Noir Wines is a Black-owned wine brand from Portland, Oregon, founded by winemaker Andre Hueston Mack. “In Sheep’s Clothing” is one of the brand’s signature labels — named to suggest something that surprises you once you sit with it. Central Washington’s warm days and cool nights produce Cabernet with natural ripeness and good acidity.

2023 Roman Clarke Semi-Sweet Malbec Rosé is a Mendoza rosé with juicy red fruit and a gently honeyed finish.

Its semi-sweet profile is approachable and bright, making it a good fit for chilled aperitif pours, fruit desserts, light pastries, and spicy dishes.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Semi-Sweet Malbec Rosé
• Vintage: 2023
• Region: Mendoza, Argentina

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Raspberry, fresh strawberry, and a hint of honey.
• Palate: Juicy red fruit with gentle sweetness and freshness.
• Finish: Smooth, rounded, and softly honeyed.
• Flavor Profile: Semi-sweet, berry-forward, smooth, and fresh.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled with fruit tarts, light pastries, spicy dishes, or as a casual sweet rosé pour.

What Makes It Special

This rosé brings Malbec’s red-fruit character into a softer, semi-sweet style that is easy to enjoy chilled.

The 2023 Roman Clarke Viognier Blend is a bright, fruit-forward white wine from Bowie, Maryland. It brings together Viognier, Chardonnay, and Petit Manseng — a harmonious blend where each grape plays a role. A touch of oak brings body and richness, while crisp citrus and stone fruit notes keep the wine approachable and fresh.

Good for both newcomers to white wine and those who enjoy a locally crafted bottle with personality. Pairs well with richer dishes or poultry.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Viognier Blend
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Bowie, Maryland
• Grapes: Viognier, Chardonnay, Petit Manseng
• Best For: Roast chicken, richer fish, white wine lovers exploring Maryland wines

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe orchard and stone fruit with floral aromatics from the Viognier
• Palate: Fruit-forward with lively acidity; a touch of oak adds texture and richness
• Finish: Fresh and balanced
• Flavor Profile: A fruit-forward, lightly oaked Maryland white blend with orchard fruit depth. Approachable for newcomers, interesting for experienced palates.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 46–50°F. Good with roast chicken, richer fish preparations, cream-based pasta, pork tenderloin, or on its own as an evening pour.

What Makes It Special

Roman Clarke is a Black-owned wine brand based in Maryland, producing small-batch wines from local grapes. This listing is available through The Urban Grape DC. The Viognier Blend reflects the terroir of Bowie, Maryland and the brand’s commitment to quality, locally-made wine.

The 2023 Roman Clarke Viognier Blend is a bright, fruit-forward white wine from Prince George’s County, Maryland. It brings together Viognier, Chardonnay, and Petit Manseng — showcasing ripe orchard and stone-fruit flavors lifted by lively acidity, with a touch of oak adding texture and body while keeping the wine fresh and approachable.

Good for both newcomers to white wine and those looking for something locally made with a distinct personality. Serve chilled with richer dishes or poultry.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Viognier Blend
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Prince George’s County, Maryland
• Grapes: Viognier, Chardonnay, Petit Manseng
• Best For: Roast chicken, richer fish, white wine lovers exploring Maryland wines

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe orchard and stone fruit with floral aromatics from the Viognier
• Palate: Fruit-forward and off-dry with lively acidity; a touch of oak adds texture without heaviness
• Finish: Fresh and balanced
• Flavor Profile: A fruit-forward, lightly oaked white blend with orchard fruit depth and a fresh, balanced finish. Approachable enough for newcomers, interesting enough for seasoned palates.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 46–50°F. Good with roast chicken, pork tenderloin, richer fish preparations, cream-based pasta, or enjoyed on its own as an evening pour.

What Makes It Special

Roman Clarke is a Black-owned wine brand based in Maryland, led by women, producing small-batch wines that reflect local terroir and a commitment to quality. The Viognier Blend is crafted from grapes grown in Prince George’s County — a Maryland wine region that is building a growing reputation for distinctive white wines.

The 2023 Steinmetz Mosel Wintricher Geierslay Trocken Riesling is a dry German Riesling from one of the Mosel’s steep, slate-rich vineyard sites. It delivers stone fruit ripeness, grilled grapefruit, wildflowers, and a refreshing saline-tinged finish — with the concentration and minerality that come from the Wintricher Geierslay site.

This is a wine for people who appreciate dry, structured whites with depth. It holds up well to richer seafood, pork, and Asian cuisine.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Riesling
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: Germany
• Region: Wintricher Geierslay, Mosel
• Best For: Seafood, pork, Asian cuisine, mineral-driven white wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Wildflowers, stone fruit, and grilled grapefruit
• Palate: Dry and vibrant with strong minerality, focused acidity, and citrus concentration
• Finish: Saline-tinged and refreshing with a clean, bright close
• Flavor Profile: A dry, mineral-forward Mosel Riesling with slate character and great energy. Structured and expressive.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Works beautifully with grilled fish, shellfish, roast pork, spicy Asian dishes, or sharp cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Weingut Günther Steinmetz farms the steep, slate-covered Wintricher Geierslay site in the Mosel Valley — one of Germany’s most celebrated Riesling regions. The site’s volcanic slate soils and dramatic slope give the wine its distinctive minerality and concentration. Trocken means fully dry, with no residual sweetness.

The 2023 Violet’s Paradise Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Franc is a structured, aromatic red from Sonoma County’s Moon Mountain District AVA. It brings violet, black pepper, cherry, boysenberry, black raspberry, and a mineral-driven finish — refined without being restrained, with savory depth and a lifted, elegant profile.

A good fit for those who enjoy reds with perfume and structure. Good with roasted chicken, pork, lamb, and mushroom-forward dishes.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Cabernet Franc
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Monte Rosso Vineyard, Moon Mountain District AVA, Sonoma County, California
• Best For: Roasted chicken, pork, lamb, mushroom dishes, structured red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Violet, black pepper, cherry, and boysenberry with a lift of fresh herbs
• Palate: Structured and aromatic with black raspberry, mineral notes, and savory depth
• Finish: Mineral-driven and persistent
• Flavor Profile: An elegant, mountain-grown Cabernet Franc with aromatic complexity and firm structure. The kind of wine that rewards attention.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–64°F. Decant 20–30 minutes. Good with roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, lamb, mushroom risotto, or lighter charcuterie.

What Makes It Special

Violet’s Paradise sources from the Monte Rosso Vineyard in Sonoma’s Moon Mountain District AVA — one of the most storied vineyard sites in California, with volcanic red soils and a high elevation that produces wines with distinctive structure and minerality. Cabernet Franc thrives here, bringing the variety’s signature floral and pepper character in a fully realized form.

The 2023 Violet’s Paradise Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold, refined mountain red from Sonoma County’s Moon Mountain District AVA. It delivers dark cherry, raspberry, spiced plum, chocolate, violets, licorice, and cracked black pepper with a mountain structure and fine tannins that give it both presence now and room to age.

A good fit for celebrations, gifting, steak dinners, and Cabernet drinkers who want something with real depth. Decanting is recommended.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Monte Rosso Vineyard, Moon Mountain District AVA, Sonoma County, California
• Best For: Steak, lamb, celebrations, gifting, cellaring

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark cherry, raspberry, violets, and spiced plum with a chocolate and licorice undercurrent
• Palate: Full-bodied with fine tannins and mountain structure — dark fruit, cracked black pepper, and depth that builds mid-palate
• Finish: Long and structured with a savory, mineral close
• Flavor Profile: A bold, complex Sonoma mountain Cabernet with serious structure and age potential. Both impressive now and worth holding.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 62–65°F. Decant 30–45 minutes before serving. Good with grilled steak, lamb, braised short ribs, or aged cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Violet’s Paradise sources from the Monte Rosso Vineyard in Sonoma’s Moon Mountain District AVA — a high-elevation site known for volcanic red soils, warm days, and cool nights that produce wines with exceptional concentration and structure. This is a small-production, terroir-driven Cabernet that reflects the vineyard’s character directly.

The 2023 Violet's Paradise Grenache is a high-elevation Sonoma red with fresh red fruit, savory spice, wildflower notes, bright acidity, and a mineral edge.

Product Details

• Type: Wine
• Variety: Grenache
• Vintage: 2023
• Region: Monte Rosso Vineyard, Moon Mountain District AVA, Sonoma County, California

Tasting Notes

Fresh red fruit, wildflower, and savory spice lead into a polished palate with bright acidity and mineral character. The finish is fresh and persistent.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 58–63°F with roasted chicken, pork, mushroom dishes, grilled vegetables, or other earthy, savory foods.

What Makes It Special

Fruit from the high-elevation Monte Rosso Vineyard brings structure and mineral character while retaining Grenache's freshness and red-fruit expression.

The 2023 Aslina Chenin Blanc is a beautifully textured white wine from South Africa, made using skin-contact winemaking. It brings honeybush tea aromas and yellow pear flavors, with a medium body, gentle tannins, and a silky palate structure that delivers both elegance and approachability.

A good choice for those who want a white wine with more texture and depth than a standard everyday pour. The skin contact gives it a gentle grip and warmth that makes it stand apart from most Chenin Blancs.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Chenin Blanc
• Vintage: 2023
• ABV: Approximately 13.5%
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Stellenbosch
• Best For: Food pairings with more body, textured white wine lovers, exploring South African whites

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Honeybush tea aromas and a distinctive South African aromatic profile
• Palate: Yellow pear flavors, medium body, gentle tannins from skin contact, and a silky texture
• Finish: Elegant and lingering
• Flavor Profile: A textured, skin-contact Chenin Blanc with honeybush tea character and gentle structure. More grip and depth than a conventionally made white wine.

How to Enjoy

Serve at a slightly less cold temperature than a lighter white — around 48–52°F. Good with roast chicken, pork, creamy cheeses, or mushroom dishes where the texture can shine.

What Makes It Special

Aslina Wines was founded by Ntsiki Biyela, recognized as the first Black female winemaker in South Africa. The 2023 Chenin Blanc is made with skin contact — a winemaking method that adds texture, gentle tannins, and complexity to white wines. This is a more expressive, food-forward expression of Chenin Blanc than most consumers have encountered.

2023 Boyd Cru Free Spirit Rosé is a bright, easy-drinking rosé from Poolesville, Maryland.

Made primarily from Merlot with a small amount of Gruner Veltliner, it brings raspberry, strawberry, melon, cherry, and clean refreshment for brunches, garden days, happy hour, and light meals.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Merlot Rosé
• Vintage: 2023
• ABV: 13%
• Region: Poolesville, Maryland
• Blend: 97.5% Merlot, 2.5% Gruner Veltliner

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Raspberry, strawberry, and melon.
• Palate: Raspberry and cherry with balanced fruit and a hint of slate minerality.
• Finish: Clean, refreshing, and easy to sip.
• Flavor Profile: Bright, berry-forward, refreshing, and mineral-tinged.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled with grilled shrimp, crab salad, veggie pizza, goat cheese, hummus, or flatbreads.

What Makes It Special

The Merlot-led blend gives this Maryland rosé a gentle red-fruit core while Gruner Veltliner adds a small lift of freshness.

The 2024 Boyd Cru “Community” Vidal Blanc is a refreshing white wine from Poolesville, Maryland. It brings vibrant aromas of pineapple, pear, and lemongrass, followed by crisp citrus, bright acidity, and a gently sweet finish — a wine built for shared moments and relaxed gatherings. As featured in SevenFifty Daily.

A natural fit for brunch, casual entertaining, and warm weather sipping. Approachable and crowd-pleasing.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Vidal Blanc
• Vintage: 2024
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Poolesville, Maryland
• Best For: Brunch, casual gatherings, warm-weather sipping

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Pineapple, pear, and lemongrass — vibrant and inviting
• Palate: Crisp citrus and bright acidity with a gently sweet finish
• Finish: Light and refreshing with a gentle sweetness
• Flavor Profile: A vibrant, fruit-forward Maryland Vidal Blanc with tropical aromas and a gently sweet, crisp finish. Approachable and easy to enjoy at any occasion.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Good with brunch fare, light seafood, spiced appetizers, soft cheeses, or on its own as a casual pour.

What Makes It Special

Boyd Cru is a wine brand from Poolesville, Maryland producing small-batch wines that reflect the Mid-Atlantic terroir. The “Community” Vidal Blanc is named to reflect the spirit behind the wine — a bottle built for sharing, gathering, and celebrating community. Featured in SevenFifty Daily as a notable Maryland white wine.

The 2024 Lampley Pinot Grigio is a crisp, expressive white wine sourced from two of Michigan’s most respected cool-climate regions — the Lake Michigan Shore and Leelanau Peninsula AVAs. It highlights the vibrant acidity and fruit purity that Pinot Grigio produces in cool growing conditions.

A natural fit for brunch, seafood, and lighter warm-weather meals. Easy to drink and approachable for any level of wine experience.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Grigio
• Vintage: 2024
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Lake Michigan Shore AVA and Leelanau Peninsula AVA, Michigan
• Best For: Brunch, seafood, light pasta, warm-weather drinking

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh fruit and floral aromatics from cool-climate Michigan growing conditions
• Palate: Crisp and expressive with vibrant acidity and clean fruit purity
• Finish: Bright and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: A crisp, fruit-forward Michigan Pinot Grigio with good acidity and a clean finish. Easy to enjoy on its own or with food.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 44–48°F. Good alongside oysters, grilled fish, light pasta, salads, or as a brunch pour.

What Makes It Special

The Lampley brand sources from two of Michigan’s most recognized wine-growing AVAs — the Lake Michigan Shore and Leelanau Peninsula — both known for producing white wines with distinctive acidity and freshness thanks to their proximity to Lake Michigan’s moderating influence on temperatures.

The 2025 Aslina Ndubs Red Blend is an earthy, fruit-forward red from the Western Cape of South Africa. Made from 91% Pinotage and 9% Shiraz, hand-picked in March, fermented in stainless steel, and bottled in June — it is built for everyday moments, good food, and sharing.

A casual, approachable red wine that reflects its South African origins with honesty and warmth. Good with grilled meats, hearty stews, and casual gatherings.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Vintage: 2025
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Western Cape
• Grapes: 91% Pinotage, 9% Shiraz
• Best For: Grilled meats, hearty stews, casual gatherings, everyday red wine

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Earthy and fruit-forward with the Pinotage character coming through
• Palate: Medium-bodied with good fruit depth and approachable structure
• Finish: Warm and satisfying
• Flavor Profile: A fruit-forward, earthy South African red built for everyday drinking. 91% Pinotage with 9% Shiraz — honest, approachable, and made to share.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–64°F. Good with grilled meats, braised dishes, hearty stews, or as a casual dinner pour.

What Makes It Special

Aslina Wines was founded by Ntsiki Biyela, who is recognized as the first Black female winemaker in South Africa. The Ndubs range — named after her nickname — is inspired by her childhood memories and built for everyday moments, not just special occasions. This 2025 Red Blend carries that spirit directly: fruity, earthy, and made to be enjoyed freely.

2025 Aslina Ndubs Rosé is a fruit-forward Tempranillo rosé from Stellenbosch, South Africa, made by Ntsiki Biyela as part of Aslina’s easygoing Ndubs range.

It brings sweet melon, fresh strawberry, bright berry, ripe melon, and refreshing acidity for chilled warm-weather pours, light meals, and good company.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Rosé
• Grape: Tempranillo
• Vintage: 2025
• Region: Stellenbosch, South Africa

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Sweet melon, fresh strawberry, and a subtle earthy undertone.
• Palate: Lively and fruit-forward with bright berry, ripe melon, and refreshing acidity.
• Finish: Clean, easy, and lightly satisfying.
• Flavor Profile: Fruit-forward, fresh, melon-toned, and bright.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled with light meals, salads, seafood, snacks, or on its own as a warm-weather rosé.

What Makes It Special

Tempranillo is a less common rosé grape, giving this bottle a flavorful red-fruit profile with a fresh South African expression.