TELLER WINES

July Teller 12

 Whites

Domaine de Pepouy (Sauvignon Blanc) Cotes de Gascogne, France      

Family estate since the 17^th century, located in Gascony in SW France, this wine is lively and citrusy with a bit of earth and mineral at the finish.

Sisters Forever (unoaked Chardonnay), Central Coast,

The fermentation was done in 100% stainless steel to retain freshness of the fruit. Tropical and citrus flavors abound, followed by a creamy mid palate.

Armas de Guerra (Rosé of Mencia), Bierzo, Spain             

Dry floral with strawberry and mineral notes. Pairs well with fresh seafood, oysters and mussels.

Gruet (Sparkling Chardonnay), Albuquerque, New Mexico           

Aromas of intense notes of brioche, followed by green apples, lemon zest, honeysuckle, and tropical fruit. Flavors of fresh green apple and pineapple with great structure from top to bottom.

Chateau La Raz (Sauv Blanc, Muscadelle, Semillon) Bergerac, France     

Under a brilliant robe with green reflections, the wine delivers a very nice an crisp fruity profile with yellow flowers and hints of hawthorn.

Clean Slate (Riseling), Germany             

Ripe peach flavors balance lively acidity, hints of lime and characteristic minerality. Pair with Asian dishes and spicy Indian dishes.

** We recommend chilling your whites but taking them out of the fridge  30-40 minutes before serving for the flavors to open up in room temperature.

Reds

Domaine Mas Barrau (Organic Cabernet Franc), France          

Wild ripeness of sweet-scented fruit twinned with an edgy woodland perfume. Palate is long and rich, with juicy fleshy flavors.

Maggio (Old Vine Zinfandel), Lodi, California      

Rudy Maggio was the patriarch of 5^th generation vintners from his family home and farm started in 1938. This Zin is full of ripe fruit flavors and approachable with any BBQ foods.

Friends (Merlot, Zinfandel, Syrah), Sonoma, California

Owner Giovanni Pedroncelli welcomed friends to his wine cellar since the 1960s. This velvety smooth red blend was made in honor of this tradition. Enjoy with friends. Try the white Friends (Sauvignon Blanc) too!

Sposato (Bonarda), Mendoza, Argentina         

Deep red color with a slight of violet. In the nose, it shows intense red fruit aromas of strawberry, cherry and blackberry. Soft tannins and smooth finish.

Fantini (Sangiovese), Italy        

Succulent acidity and intense cherry and herbal flavors make this your everyday wine. Serve slightly chilled with pasta and Asiago cheese.

Chateau Marjolet Laudun Village (Grenache, Syrah), Rhone, France

70% Grenache, 30% Syrah. Aromatic with nose of Morello cherries, blackberries, black currants and a soft touch of spices. Generous and lush palate on licorice and blueberry finish.

 **We recommend chilling all of your reds down to 60-64 degrees before serving.