Collection: Black-Owned Wine Brands

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 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 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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

2022 Maison Noir OPP “Other People's Pinot Gris” is a fruit-forward white wine from Oregon's Willamette Valley.

It is a good fit for brunch, casual dinners, gatherings, and shoppers looking for a bright, approachable white wine.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Gris
• Vintage: 2022
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Best For: Brunch, casual dinners, gatherings, and chilled pours

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Apple, pear, and peach
• Palate: Light fruit with bright acidity
• Finish: Clean and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: Juicy, fruit-forward, and lively

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled with roast chicken, light seafood, mushroom dishes, soft cheeses, or on its own at a gathering.

What Makes It Special

The 2022 Willamette Valley growing season produced a bright Pinot Gris with refined acidity and an easygoing fruit profile.

2022 Love Drunk Rosé is a still Willamette Valley rosé 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.

Product Details

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

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Strawberry, raspberry, and wild strawberry.
• Palate: Watermelon rind, kiwi, and lingering strawberry fruit.
• Finish: Bright, fresh, and lightly sweet-toned.
• Flavor Profile: Fresh, berry-forward, playful, and bright.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled with brunch, light salads, grilled shrimp, soft cheeses, or spicy dishes.

What Makes It Special

Love Drunk brings Maison Noir’s expressive Willamette Valley style into a rosé that is casual, clever, and easy to open with food or friends.

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 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.

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.

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

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

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Red and black fruit aromas.
• Palate: Soft tannins with red cherry, raspberry, blackberry, and Cabernet Franc-driven structure.
• Finish: Vanilla and caramel nuances with a refined close.
• Flavor Profile: Fruit-forward, polished, soft, and gently oaked.

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 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.

THE SMITH Red Wine Blend is a medium-bodied California red made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Syrah.

Aged for six months in French oak, it shows dark fruit, balanced tannins, and a smooth finish. It is an easy everyday red for pasta, grilled meats, burgers, casual dinners, and relaxed entertaining.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red blend
• Vintage: 2021
• ABV: 13.9%
• Region: California
• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Syrah
• Aging: 6 months in French oak

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark fruit with warm oak character.
• Palate: Medium-bodied with dark fruit depth, balanced tannins, and French oak texture.
• Finish: Smooth, rounded, and satisfying.
• Flavor Profile: Smooth, dark-fruited, medium-bodied, and oak-toned.

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature with grilled meats, pasta, burgers, or casual dinner spreads.

What Makes It Special

THE SMITH is a Black-owned wine brand founded by Raxize Smith-Maylor, with a California red blend that brings together three classic grapes in a smooth, approachable style.

THE SMITH Rosé 2022 is a Pinot Noir rosé from Napa Valley’s Los Carneros AVA, built for bright fruit, crisp refreshment, and easy elegance.

Made from 100% Pinot Noir and aged in stainless steel, it brings wild cherry, strawberry, nectarine, watermelon, citrus lift, and a clean finish.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Pinot Noir Rosé
• Vintage: 2022
• ABV: 13.5%
• Region: Los Carneros AVA, Napa Valley, California
• Aging: Stainless steel, 6 months

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Wild cherry, strawberry, nectarine, and watermelon.
• Palate: Bright cherry and strawberry with watermelon, nectarine, citrus lift, and refreshing acidity.
• Finish: Clean, crisp, and mouth-filling.
• Flavor Profile: Bright, fruit-forward, crisp, and refreshing.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled with patios, brunches, picnics, casual gatherings, or relaxed celebrations.

What Makes It Special

The 100% Pinot Noir base and stainless-steel aging keep this rosé focused on fresh fruit, clean texture, and bright acidity.

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.

Ebony Wine Moscato is a semi-sweet white wine from Napa Valley, California. It offers a harmonious blend of floral and fruit notes — fragrant, approachable, and crafted to celebrate cultural heritage and artisanal winemaking.

A good fit for casual celebrations, brunch, and anyone who enjoys a lighter, floral white wine with a touch of sweetness. The Napa Valley origin brings a quality foundation to this accessible, crowd-pleasing Moscato.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Moscato
• Vintage: 2019 (per product description; current availability may vary)
• Country of Origin: United States
• Region: Napa Valley, California
• Best For: Brunch, casual celebrations, floral and sweet white wine lovers

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Floral and fragrant with fruit notes
• Palate: Semi-sweet and approachable with a light body
• Finish: Soft and refreshing
• Flavor Profile: A lush, floral Napa Valley Moscato. Semi-sweet, light, and easy to enjoy on its own or as a dessert companion.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled between 44–48°F. Good with fruit desserts, light pastries, soft cheeses, or as a celebratory pour on its own.

What Makes It Special

Ebony Wine & Spirits is a Black-owned wine brand founded by women, with roots in HBCU community and the Divine 9 — represented here through ties to Alpha Kappa Alpha and Johnson C. Smith University. The Moscato is a tribute to heritage, community, and the joy of gathering together over good wine.

Ebony Wine Red Fusion is a 2017 red blend with plum, red cherry, blackberry, spice, oak, and a smooth finish.

It is a fruit-forward red for casual sipping, dinner gatherings, grilled foods, pasta, and relaxed celebrations. The wine is part of the Ebony Wine & Spirits portfolio and should be served slightly below room temperature.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Red blend
• Vintage: 2017
• ABV: 12.0%
• Region: Napa Valley, California

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep ruby red with clear brightness.
• Nose: Bright red fruit, floral notes, spice, and oak.
• Palate: Plum, red cherry, blackberry, and earthy notes.
• Finish: Smooth, balanced, and lingering.
• Flavor Profile: Fruit-forward, smooth, lightly earthy, and oak-toned.

How to Enjoy

Serve slightly below room temperature with grilled foods, pasta, roasted vegetables, or casual dinner spreads.

What Makes It Special

Ebony Wine Red Fusion brings a bold, approachable red blend into a portfolio rooted in culture, community, and accessible wine enjoyment.

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2019 Ebony Sparkling Rosé is a Brut Rosé sparkling wine from Napa Valley, California, with refreshing bubbles, delicate red berry character, white fruit, and a clean finish.

This bottle fits celebrations, brunch, gifting, and relaxed gatherings when you want a sparkling rosé that feels bright, crisp, and easy to share.

Product Details

• Product Type: Sparkling Wine
• Style: Brut Rosé
• Vintage: 2019
• ABV: 11.5%
• Region: Napa Valley, California

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Pale salmon pink with delicate effervescence.
• Nose: Fresh strawberry and subtle rose petal notes.
• Palate: Elegant bubbles, refreshing acidity, delicate red berries, and white fruit.
• Finish: Clean, refreshing, and lingering.
• Flavor Profile: Crisp, red-fruited, floral, and sparkling.

How to Enjoy

Serve well chilled in a flute or white wine glass. Pair with brunch dishes, soft cheeses, seafood, fried snacks, or fruit-forward desserts.

What Makes It Special

Ebony Sparkling Rosé brings a bright Brut Rosé profile into an easy celebration bottle with fine bubbles and graceful red fruit.

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Edelheiss Sweet Red Organic Wine is a German sweet red made from organically grown Dornfelder grapes in the Palatinate region.

It offers ripe plum aromas, smooth texture, gentle sweetness, and a clean, crisp finish. Serve chilled or slightly chilled with fruit desserts, chocolate, soft cheeses, or casual sipping.

Product Details

• Product Type: Wine
• Style: Sweet red
• ABV: 10.5%
• Region: Palatinate, Germany
• Grape: Dornfelder

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Ripe plum with subtle sweet undertones.
• Palate: Smooth and velvety with plum flavor and gentle sweetness.
• Finish: Clean and crisp with lingering plum.
• Flavor Profile: Sweet, smooth, plum-forward, and crisp.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled or slightly chilled. Pair with fruit desserts, chocolate, soft cheeses, or enjoy on its own.

What Makes It Special

Edelheiss focuses on organic German wines, and this sweet red shows the fruit-forward, approachable side of Dornfelder.