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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.

Love Cork Screw “Good Times, Good Friends” Pinot Grigio is a medium-bodied white wine from Michigan’s Lake Michigan Shore. It brings crisp apple and pear character, a smooth body, and an approachable flavor profile that makes it easy to enjoy at gatherings, dinners, and casual occasions.

A reliable, food-friendly white wine that works for a wide range of palates and situations. Serve chilled alongside seafood, light pasta, or good company.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Grigio
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Lake Michigan Shore, Michigan
• Best For: Gatherings, seafood, light pasta, casual drinking

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh apple and pear aromas
• Palate: Medium-bodied with crisp apple and pear character and a clean, smooth finish
• Finish: Clean and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: A smooth, fruit-forward Michigan Pinot Grigio. Approachable and easy to pair — a good choice for groups with varied wine preferences.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 44–48°F. Good with grilled fish, light pasta, seafood, chicken, or as an easy pour at social gatherings.

What Makes It Special

Love Cork Screw was founded by Chrishon Lampley, who built the brand with a mission to make wine more inclusive and accessible. The “Good Times, Good Friends” Pinot Grigio lives up to that mission — it is approachable, crowd-friendly, and an easy choice for any occasion.

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The NV Rose Garden Red Blend is a full-bodied, smooth red sourced from 25-year-old vines grown in the warm Mediterranean climates of Spain and the South of France. Made from Tempranillo and Grenache, it brings intense red fruit aromas with cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorn on the palate — rich and satisfying with supple tannins on the finish.

A crowd-pleasing red with Old World character. Good for wine drinkers who appreciate fruit-forward reds with a spiced finish. Pairs well with a wide range of dishes.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Country of Origin: Spain / France
• Grapes: Tempranillo, Grenache
• Vine Age: 25-year-old vines
• Best For: Grilled meats, hearty stews, cheese boards, casual entertaining

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Intense red fruit aromas with aromatic spice
• Palate: Full-bodied and smooth with red fruit, cinnamon, cloves, and peppercorn
• Finish: Rich with supple tannins
• Flavor Profile: A fruit-forward, spiced Mediterranean red blend with depth from 25-year-old Tempranillo and Grenache vines. Rich and smooth — a versatile bottle for a range of occasions.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–65°F. Good with grilled meats, hearty stews, lamb, roasted vegetables, and cheese boards.

What Makes It Special

Rose Garden sources from 25-year-old vines grown in low-yield plots in the Mediterranean climates of Spain and the South of France. Older vines produce less fruit but with more concentrated flavor and character — a quality choice for those who appreciate depth in a red blend at an approachable price.

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 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.

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 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.

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 SMITH Cabernet Sauvignon is a full-bodied California red from Paso Robles, aged 9 months in French oak. It is juicy, spice-laced, and smooth — crafted in small batches with zero additives by founder Raxize Smith-Maylor, who brings both precision and purpose to every bottle.

A good fit for steak dinners, hearty roasts, and date night. Serve at room temperature or slightly below.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
• ABV: 14%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Paso Robles, California
• Aging: 9 months, French oak
• Best For: Steak, lamb, roasted meats, date night, gifting

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark fruit and spice with warm oak depth
• Palate: Full-bodied and juicy — blackberry, cassis, and spice with silky tannins
• Finish: Smooth and lingering with balanced oak
• Flavor Profile: A bold, well-made Paso Robles Cabernet with juicy dark fruit and smooth tannins. Small batch, zero additives — intentional from start to finish.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–65°F. Let it breathe for 15–20 minutes before pouring. Good with grilled steak, lamb chops, roasted vegetables, or aged cheeses.

What Makes It Special

THE SMITH is a Black-owned wine brand founded by Raxize Smith-Maylor, who combines a background in fashion design with a commitment to craft winemaking. The Cabernet is made in small batches from Paso Robles grapes with zero additives — a California Central Coast region known for producing bold, fruit-forward reds with natural depth.

Kumusha Sondagskloof Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant white wine from South Africa’s Cape South Coast, sourced from handpicked grapes in the elevated Sondagskloof region. It is known for its clean citrus-lime character balanced by orchard fruit and coastal freshness — with minerality and texture that unfold with each sip.

A natural companion for seafood, sushi, and lighter fare. A step up in texture from the standard Kumusha Sauvignon Blanc, reflecting the specific character of the Sondagskloof growing site.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Sauvignon Blanc
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Sondagskloof, Cape South Coast
• Best For: Seafood, sushi, salads, lighter fare, mineral-driven white wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Citrus-lime and orchard fruit with coastal freshness
• Palate: Clean and mineral-driven with texture that builds through the mid-palate
• Finish: Fresh and mineral
• Flavor Profile: A clean, mineral-forward South African Sauvignon Blanc with citrus and orchard fruit depth. The elevated Sondagskloof region gives it a distinct texture and freshness.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Best alongside oysters, sushi, grilled fish, green salads, and lighter coastal dishes.

What Makes It Special

Kumusha Wines is founded by Tinashe Nyamudoka, a Zimbabwean-born sommelier whose approach to South African winemaking is rooted in heritage and a deep respect for terroir. The Sondagskloof region’s elevation and cool conditions on the Cape South Coast give this Sauvignon Blanc a mineral character and freshness that sets it apart from warmer-region expressions.

IBest Wines White Blend is a well-balanced white wine from the Stellenbosch region of South Africa. It blends 55% Chardonnay, 39% Chenin Blanc, and 6% Sauvignon Blanc — a combination that delivers both fruitiness and freshness, making it an adaptable choice for a variety of occasions.

A reliable, food-friendly white blend that works across a wide range of palates and situations. Serve chilled as an aperitif, with lighter meals, or at casual gatherings.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: White Blend
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Stellenbosch
• Grapes: 55% Chardonnay, 39% Chenin Blanc, 6% Sauvignon Blanc
• Best For: Aperitif, lighter meals, casual gatherings, everyday white wine drinking

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh and fruity with layered aromatics from the three-grape blend
• Palate: Balanced and fruit-forward — Chardonnay brings body, Chenin Blanc adds freshness, Sauvignon Blanc contributes brightness
• Finish: Clean and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: A well-balanced South African white blend with good fruitiness and freshness. Versatile and food-friendly.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 44–48°F. Good with seafood, grilled chicken, light pasta, soft cheeses, or as a casual pour for groups with varied wine preferences.

What Makes It Special

IBest Wines is a Black-owned wine brand, founded by women, sourcing from Stellenbosch — one of South Africa’s most respected wine-growing regions. The White Blend is designed to be approachable, well-made, and reflective of the quality that Stellenbosch terroir can deliver.

IBest Wines Red Blend is a South African red from the Western Cape with black currant, cherry, floral notes, pepper, chocolate, and toasted oak.

It is a rich, smooth red for grilled meats, hearty stews, aged cheeses, dinner parties, and relaxed evenings.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red blend
• ABV: 14%
• Region: Western Cape, South Africa
• Size: 750 ml

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Black currant, cherry, and floral hints.
• Palate: Juicy and peppery with refined red fruit and depth.
• Finish: Long and smooth with chocolate and toasted oak undertones.
• Flavor Profile: Juicy, peppery, smooth, and oak-toned.

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature with grilled meats, hearty stews, aged cheeses, or rich vegetable dishes.

What Makes It Special

IBest Wines highlights South African wine through approachable, fruit-forward bottles built for sharing and everyday enjoyment.

IslandJon Apple Gwayav Vodka blends honeycrisp apple, guava, peach, and tropical tones into a Caribbean-inspired flavored vodka.

It brings rose petal and apple aromas, guava and peach flavor, tropical fruit notes, and a smooth clean finish.

Product Details

• Product Type: Flavored Vodka
• Flavor: Apple, guava, and peach
• ABV: 40% / 80 proof
• Country: United States
• Region: Florida

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rose petals and honeycrisp apples.
• Palate: Guava, peach, and tropical fruit tones.
• Finish: Smooth and clean.
• Flavor Profile: Apple, guava, peach, floral, and tropical.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled, over ice, with soda or lemonade, or in tropical vodka cocktails.

What Makes It Special

The apple-guava-peach combination gives this vodka a Caribbean-inspired flavor profile that is bright and distinctive.

Hella Cocktail Co. Aromatic Bitters is a 5 fl oz bottle of cocktail bitters made for classic drinks like the Old Fashioned and Manhattan.

This bitters bottle is a good fit for home bars, cocktail kits, and shoppers who want to add warm spice, depth, and bitter structure to classic cocktails.

Product Details

• Product Type: Bitters
• Style: Aromatic bitters
• Size: 5 fl oz
• Best For: Old Fashioneds, Manhattans, whiskey cocktails, and home bars

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Cinnamon, clove, allspice, black peppercorn, and caraway.
• Palate: Balanced bitterness with warm spice and cocktail depth.
• Finish: Pronounced bitter finish with lasting spice.
• Flavor Profile: Warm, spicy, bitter, and aromatic.

How to Use

Add a few dashes to an Old Fashioned, Manhattan, or other spirit-forward cocktail.

What Makes It Special

Aromatic bitters are a core home bar ingredient, and this bottle helps bring structure and spice to classic cocktails.

Daphane Limoncello is a bright citrus liqueur made with Meyer lemons, agave syrup, and a six-times-distilled grain/corn alcohol base. It brings clean lemon flavor, balanced sweetness, and a fresh citrus finish.

This bottle is a good fit for lemon lovers, spritz drinkers, and anyone who wants a citrus liqueur for chilled sipping or cocktails. Enjoy it chilled, over ice, in lemon drops, spritzes, or dessert pairings when you want something crisp and tart-sweet.

Product Details

• Product Type: Liqueur
• Style: Limoncello
• ABV: 24%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Best For: Chilled sipping, spritzes, lemon drops, citrus cocktails, and dessert pairings

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Fresh Meyer lemon, citrus zest, sweet sugar, and light spirit warmth.
• Palate: Lemon-forward, clean, smooth, and lightly sweet.
• Finish: Fresh lemon peel, gentle sweetness, and a crisp fade.
• Flavor Profile: Bright, citrusy, tart-sweet, and refreshing.

How to Enjoy

Serve Daphane Limoncello straight from the freezer, over ice, topped with sparkling wine or soda, or mixed into lemon drops and other citrus-forward cocktails.

What Makes It Special

Meyer lemon and agave syrup give this limoncello a bright, smooth flavor that works as both a chilled after-dinner pour and a flexible cocktail ingredient.

Raspberry Peach Wine by Vibin' With Val is a sweet, fruit-forward wine with ripe peach, bright raspberry, and a clean, lingering finish.

This wine is a good fit for drinkers who enjoy juicy stone-fruit flavor with a little berry tang. Serve it well chilled for brunch, picnics, pool days, or an easy spritzer when you want something lively and approachable.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Sweet raspberry peach fruit wine
• Best For: Brunch, picnics, pool days, spritzers, punches, and casual sipping

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe peach and bright raspberry
• Palate: Smooth stone-fruit sweetness balanced by raspberry tang
• Finish: Light, clean, and lingeringly sweet
• Flavor Profile: Sweet, juicy, bright, and fruit-forward

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled on its own or use it in a spritzer or fruit-forward punch. It fits brunch spreads, picnic food, fresh fruit, and relaxed warm-weather gatherings.

What Makes It Special

The peach-and-raspberry combination brings round stone-fruit sweetness together with bright berry tang. The result is flavorful without being complicated and easy to serve for a group.

Vibin’ With Val’s Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, refreshing white wine with zesty citrus and herbaceous notes. It has clean acidity and a bright, aromatic profile that makes it a natural choice for warm weather and lighter fare.

Good for casual evenings, outdoor dining, and anyone who enjoys a clean, food-friendly white wine. Serve chilled alongside seafood, salads, or light vegetables.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Sauvignon Blanc
• Country of Origin: United States
• Best For: Seafood, salads, light vegetables, warm-weather drinking

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Zesty citrus and fresh herbaceous aromas
• Palate: Bright and crisp with clean acidity
• Finish: Clean and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: A bright, citrus-forward Sauvignon Blanc from a Black-owned wine brand. Crisp, clean, and easy to pair with food.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 44–48°F. Good with shrimp, grilled fish, green salads, goat cheese, or light pasta.

What Makes It Special

Vibin’ With Val is a Black-owned wine brand led by women, with a collection built around approachable, well-made wines. The Sauvignon Blanc is a clean, reliable everyday white wine — a crisp, food-friendly bottle that delivers on its promise.

Diablo Rojo is the Date Night Wine from Vibin’ With Val — a smooth, off-dry red with an approachable profile that sits between a medium-full-bodied Merlot and a richer fruit-forward red. Dark fruit flavors, gentle tannins, and just a touch of sweetness make it easy to pour and easy to enjoy.

A good fit for a special evening in, casual gifting, and anyone who wants a smooth red wine that does not demand too much attention. The off-dry sweetness makes it accessible for a wide range of palates.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• Country of Origin: United States
• Best For: Date night, casual gifting, smooth red wine drinkers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Intense dark fruit aromas
• Palate: Smooth and off-dry with dark fruit flavors and gentle tannins
• Finish: Warm and approachable with a touch of sweetness
• Flavor Profile: A smooth, off-dry red blend with dark fruit character and gentle tannins. Approachable for both casual drinkers and those new to red wine.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 58–62°F. Good on its own as an evening pour, alongside lighter meats, or as a casual gift for a wine drinker with a sweeter palate.

What Makes It Special

Vibin’ With Val is a Black-owned wine brand led by women. Diablo Rojo — or “Date Night Wine” — is the brand’s most romantic option: smooth, off-dry, and designed for a relaxed evening rather than a technical tasting. If you want something that pours easily and drinks pleasantly, this is it.

Pinot Noir Rosé by Vibin' With Val is a dry, crisp still rosé with notes of red berries, melon, rose petals, and citrus.

This wine is a good fit for drinkers who want fresh fruit and floral character without a sweet finish. Serve it chilled for warm-weather sipping, dinner parties, seafood, or a charcuterie spread.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Dry Pinot Noir rosé
• Best For: Warm-weather sipping, dinner parties, seafood, light meals, and charcuterie

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Red berries, melon, and rose petals
• Palate: Strawberry, raspberry, watermelon, tangerine, and bright acidity
• Finish: Crisp, refreshing, and lightly mineral
• Flavor Profile: Dry, bright, floral, and fruit-forward

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled to highlight the fresh fruit and acidity. Pair it with grilled shrimp, chicken, light pasta, charcuterie, fries, or soft cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Pinot Noir gives this rosé its red-fruit and floral character, while bright acidity keeps the wine dry and refreshing. It is versatile enough for both casual sipping and food pairing.

Love Cork Screw “We’re Movin On Up” Cabernet Sauvignon is a smooth California red with dark cherries and ripe berry aromas. It pairs naturally with a succulent steak, hearty beef stew, pot roast, grilled veal, or lamb — a versatile Cabernet built for the dinner table.

A good everyday bottle from a Black-owned wine brand that built its mission around making wine accessible and welcoming to more people.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: California
• Best For: Steak, pot roast, hearty beef dishes, grilled meats, red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark cherries and ripe dark berry aromas
• Palate: Smooth and fruit-forward with classic California Cabernet character
• Finish: Smooth and satisfying
• Flavor Profile: A smooth, fruit-forward California Cabernet Sauvignon with dark cherry and ripe berry character. An approachable everyday red that works across a wide range of food pairings.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–65°F. Good with steak, pot roast, braised beef, grilled veal, lamb, and hearty dinner fare.

What Makes It Special

Love Cork Screw was founded by Chrishon Lampley, who serves as Vice President of the Association of African American Vintners (AAAV). The brand was built to make wine more inclusive, welcoming, and representative of a broader community of drinkers — and “We’re Movin On Up” reflects that spirit directly.

Seven Sisters Merlot is a medium-bodied, fruit-forward red from Stellenbosch, South Africa. It balances rich plum and black cherry flavors with a velvet finish, and gentle oak aging adds a soft layer of complexity without overpowering the ripe fruit. A celebration of sisterhood and heritage in every bottle.

A smooth, food-friendly Merlot that works well across a range of occasions. Good for casual dinners, gifting, and anyone who enjoys a medium-bodied red that is easy to pour and easy to enjoy.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Merlot
• ABV: Approximately 13.5%
• Country of Origin: South Africa
• Region: Stellenbosch
• Best For: Casual dinners, gifting, roasted meats, pasta, cheese boards

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich plum and black cherry with a soft, inviting aroma
• Palate: Medium-bodied with plum and black cherry flavors and a velvet-smooth texture
• Finish: Soft with gentle oak complexity
• Flavor Profile: A smooth, fruit-forward Stellenbosch Merlot with plum, black cherry, and gentle oak. Medium-bodied and versatile — a reliable everyday red from South Africa.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 58–63°F. Good with roasted lamb, pasta, grilled chicken, mushroom dishes, and mild cheeses.

What Makes It Special

Seven Sisters is a Black-owned wine brand rooted in the Stellenbosch region of South Africa, celebrating the heritage and bond between sisters. Stellenbosch is one of South Africa’s most respected wine-growing areas, known for producing Merlot with ripe fruit, soft tannins, and natural elegance.

Maison Noir “Horseshoes & Handgrenades” is a bold, fruit-driven American red blend that merges Southern Oregon Syrah with Washington Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Full-bodied and approachable, it delivers both depth and accessibility — ready for casual dinners or festive gatherings.

A versatile everyday red that works well with grilled meats, hearty pasta, and any occasion that calls for a bold pour.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red Blend
• ABV: Approximately 13.8%
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Southern Oregon and Red Mountain AVA, Washington
• Grapes: Syrah (Oregon), Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Washington)
• Best For: Grilled meats, hearty pasta, casual entertaining, bold red wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Bold dark fruit and spice from the Syrah-Cabernet-Merlot combination
• Palate: Full-bodied and fruit-driven with lush depth and accessible structure
• Finish: Satisfying with dark fruit depth
• Flavor Profile: A full-bodied Pacific Northwest red blend with lush fruit and approachable structure. Oregon Syrah for fruit and spice, Washington Cab and Merlot for structure and depth.

How to Enjoy

Serve at 60–65°F. Good with grilled steak, lamb, hearty pasta, and casual outdoor dining.

What Makes It Special

Maison Noir Wines is a Black-owned wine brand from Portland, Oregon, founded by winemaker Andre Hueston Mack. “Horseshoes & Handgrenades” is a NV (non-vintage) blend designed for consistent quality and accessibility. Sourcing from both Oregon and Washington’s Red Mountain AVA — one of the state’s most respected Cabernet regions — gives the wine a natural balance of fruit and structure.

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 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 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 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 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.

Theopolis California Symphony 2023 is a rare white wine made from 100% Symphony — a unique Muscat and Grenache Gris hybrid grape grown in Monterey County, California. It bursts with tropical fruit, floral spice, and creamy undertones in a light-bodied, dry white that is as bold and bright as its creator.

A distinctive white wine for those who enjoy floral, aromatic styles with tropical fruit character. Good for warm weather, brunch, and gifting to someone who appreciates something different.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Symphony
• Vintage: 2023
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Monterey County, California
• Grapes: 100% Symphony (Muscat × Grenache Gris hybrid)
• Best For: Warm weather, brunch, gifting, floral and aromatic white wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Tropical fruit, floral spice, and fragrant aromatics
• Palate: Light-bodied with tropical fruit depth and creamy undertones
• Finish: Bright and beautifully balanced
• Flavor Profile: A distinctive, aromatic California white made from the rare Symphony grape. Tropical, floral, and light — a memorable pour for those who enjoy something beyond the usual varietals.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled between 44–48°F. Good with spiced dishes, light chicken, tropical fruit salads, soft cheeses, or as a standalone aromatic pour.

What Makes It Special

Theopolis Vineyards is a Black-owned wine brand in California founded by Theodora Lee, a Delta Sigma Theta alumna and Spelman College graduate. Symphony is an exceptionally rare grape in California winemaking — the Theopolis Symphony is one of the few expressions available and a signature offering from the brand.