Free Tasting: Big Napa Cabs, Value 'Sancerre' and More

Five great wines to explore during this week’s Friday (3-7pm) and Saturday (noon-4pm) tastings. We’ll start with heartier-than-average Provençal rosé, a great value Sancerre-replacement Sauvignon Blanc and a classic and classy Sonoma Coast Chardonnay. Then two big Napa Cabs at even bigger savings. Here’s what you’ll taste:

Ch de Roquefort Cote de Provence Rose Corail 2023 – Even as the weather cools, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to enjoy vivid, fresh, Provençal rosé on its own and at table (especially Thanksgiving – not that far away!). From just outside of Bandol, this one has the freshness you crave and just a touch more texture for cooler weather and richer foods.

Dom De Villargeau Coteaux Du Giennois 2022 - Our favorite "baby Sancerre" is packed with joyful fruit and stony minerality. From $14.98, a party pounder that shines at a fancy table, too.

Sean Minor Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2022 - Classic California Chardonnay fermented and aged in 20% new French oak to add spice and texture to the green apple, peach and pineapple fruit. Goes down easy solo and a lovely match for cheeses, scallops and roast poultry.

Thread Feathers Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mt 2022 – Howell Mountain is where you go for Napa Cab with power, grip and the ability to aged for years. This one gives you all the black fruit and gravel you’d hope for in a supple frame you can enjoy tonight from just $41.98 – crazy low for Howell Mountain Cab!

Thread Feathers Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap 2022 – Like the big names of Stags Leap (Schafer, Stags Leap and Stag’s Leap), this comes from the slice of Napa famed for powerful wines of terrific lush, velvety, feel. It delivers all the quality of those much more expensive Cabs from just $44.98.

Jose is picking out another treat from the cheese case to pair with the wines and you’ll enjoy the best six/12 bottle savings on all five featured wines on a mix/match basis during the tastings. Come join us as we discover new favorite wines for every budget and occasion!

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