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Porch Wines

The Wine Sellers’ Porch Wines are some of the summer-iest of our summer wines. Light, flavorful and refreshing, they are the perfect accompaniment to the abundance of delights that summer holds. Enjoy them on your porch, favorite hangout or wherever you and your gang are celebrating the season.

Domaine de Castelnau Picpoul De Pinet L’Etang ($18.95)

Picpoul (whose name means “lip-stinger”) is high in acid and imbued with seafood-friendly salinity. Refreshing, made to be drunk young, with a fresh floral, citrus and herbal character, it will go down equally well by itself or in the company of brandade, octopus or ceviche!

Zonin Coastal Lemon Spritz ($17.95)

Something new and perfect for the porch, we can barely keep this yeasty, citrusy spritz in stock. Made with sparkling wine and natural vegetable and fruit flavors, with a slightly sweet palate like a dry lemonade. Best served over ice.

Les Chancelieres 2020 Vouvray ($21.00)

100% chenin blanc from the Loire Valley. The bouquet is ripe and fruity, with quince and apricot at the forefront, with a slight overtone of almond and acacia flower. Well balanced and charming on the palate, with a soft, slightly crisp finish. Pairs well with fish and chicken dishes.

La Valentina 2023 Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo ($18.95)

Abruzzo is recognized as one of Italy’s best sources for rosato wine, or cerasuolo as it is known in this region. Nose opens with floral notes, rose and fruit, cherry/berry, pomegranate, with a medium body and nice persistence. More body than the usual rosé, allowing it to pair well with a wide range of foods.

Wines to Watch

2020 Aia Vecchia ‘Sor Ugo’ Bolgheri Superiore ($48.50)

Bold, intense Tuscan blend of 57% cabernet sauvignon, 23% merlot, 12% cabernet franc and 8% petit verdot. Nose of violets, blackberry, blueberry, bramble, earth, smoke, cassis, vanilla, toast and gravel. Palate has black cherries, black currants, boysenberry, black plum, butter, dried cranberry, cooked blackberry, burnt brown sugar, crème brûlée and leather. Dry with medium acidity, a medium plus finish.

Chateau de Chamirey En Pierrelet Mercurey 2019 ($55)

Terrific burgundy just in from The Wine Sellers’ warehouse! Nose is chiseled, floral, supported by citrus aromas, developing into scents of peaches and pears. Palate is rich and well-balanced. Ends on a dry, persistent sensation of freshness. Very reasonable price for burgundy nowadays.

Zonin® Orange-Cran Riviera Spritz ($17.95)

Good now but will be great in the fall for the holidays (especially Thanksgiving). Sparkling Italian prosecco with notes of orange combining with American cranberry and subtle hints of orange zest and yuzu.