Bruna Grimaldi
 
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We love talking about the glory days of Barolo. Not the region, but back when you could find great Barolos for under $50. Now, it’s not uncommon to see Langhe varietal wines to stretch for that goal. Yikes. Fortunately, there is one estate has not allowed inflation to impact their pricing or quality, one we stock up on every year: Bruna Grimaldi.
 
It’s unlikely to surprise any of our long-time subscribers when we write that the estate crafts classic, well-structured and delicious wines that outperform their modest price tags. The estate dates back to the 1990s, when Bruna (along with her husband, Franco Fiorino) began bottling her own wine. This decision came after decades selling off their exceptional fruit as bulk wine before eventually selling a handful of cases locally.

Vinopolis Wine Shop’s Labor Day Sale
 
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Okay, okay, we get it. Your inbox is full, summer as an idea is over, and tomorrow it’s back to the grind (or you’re in the service industry like us and this is just another Monday 🙂
 
We thought we would take the opportunity to celebrate Labor Day with our subscribers by hosting one of our biggest sales ever. We’re discounting the wines of the people: every single bottle on our shelves that we are listing for $30 or less.
 
That’s over 500 wines on sale now (pity the gal that counted!). Snag half a case for 5% off or round out a full case (or more!) at 10% off.

Delas makes some of the most powerful, intense wines in the Northern Rhône at prices that make them one of the superior values in the region. Drawing from their extensive holdings in every major region, they craft dense and rich impactful wines. We turn to them for big, bold wines that show well young yet reward tenfold in the cellar—a remarkable combination for French wines.
 
One of the leading Champagne Houses, Louis Roederer, purchased Delas in the 1990s. Their team brought much needed renewal to the brand. Since then, quality has been nearly unrivaled. But for whatever reason, the market has yet to catch up. Just look at Jamet, Guigal, and Chapoutier prices in comparison, not to mention the heights of Bordeaux, Napa, and even once humble Priorat.

End of August Close-Out Sale
 
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We’ve added dozens of new selections to our Close-Out Sale, only to drop the prices further for you during our three-day sale!

 
5% off any 4-8 Close-Out Sale bottles
10% off any 9 or more Close-Out Sale bottles
 
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Sale ends Sunday, September 1st at 9 am Pacific.
 

 

New Close-Out Sale Wine Alert!
 
“This magnificent Essencia that will outlast you and I” -Neal Martin, Vinous
 
“Should live longer than any of us!” -James Suckling

 

The most concentrated and one of the rarest wines in the world, this liquid gold has a finish that lasts nearly forever…
Royal Tokaji Essencia, Tokaj, Hungary 2009 375ml Was $999, Displayed Price: $899, that’s $854.05 at 5% off and $809.10 at 10% off, 6 half-bottles in stock now
Neal Martin-Vinous 99 points “The 2009 Tokaji Essencia comes in 1,386 individual red lacquer hand-crafted boxes containing a 375ml bottle and an obligatory hand-blown glass spoon, which is not there for decorative purposes.

“Given the crystalline purity of his Sauvignon Blancs, [Gerard Boulay] has become one of my favorite producers of the central Loire. If you want to know what true Sancerre tastes like, try one of his single-vineyard bottlings. It does not come any better!” – Joel Payne, Vinous
 
Gerard Boulay
 
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Love French Sauvignon Blanc? So do we! We offer a wide selection from some of our favorite growers, including Gerard Boulay.
 
Gerard Boulay makes some of the best aromatic white wines in France from his vineyards in Chavignol.  This town is the true beating heart of Sancerre and home to top names in the region (including Vatan, Cotat, and Boulay). From his parcels in La Grande Côte, Monts Damnés, and Clos Beaujeu, all of his wines ring with terroir and the unique minerality.