Domaine Gueneau, Chavignolet 
Sancerre, France • $34 
Sustainable
rosé
Grape: Pinot Noir

"Elisa Gueneau’s very limited production rosé is a standout in Sancerre for the way it so clearly reflects both the terroir and the more delicate qualities of pinot noir. What to expect: Rose petal, strawberry, and citrus aromas carry over to the soft palate, enhanced by a nervy zip and a crack of chalky soil on their way to a notably long finish redolent of red fruit and sweet flowers."
- Importer

Grochau Cellars, Joyride Sparkling, Oregon • $23

Organic
rosé - sparkling
grape: Pinot Noir

"Grochau Cellars was founded 2002 with the goal of producing wines true to their terroir with minimal intervention and manipulation of winemaking technique. What to expect: 100% Pinot Noir sparkling rosé. A balanced, dry and refreshing rosé which does not fall into the fruit territory but is rather more savory with chalky minerals." - Distributor + SE

Dom. de la Hersandiere, Loire Valley,
France • $14

white
grape: Melon de Bourgogne

This Muscadet Sevre-et-Maine Sur Lie is not driven from Muscat the grape, usually interpreted in a sweet version. This is a wine from the vast region that stretches from east to west along the three main rivers in the center of France. What to expect: fresh, vibrant, and immensely influenced by the salinity of the Atlantic Ocean. This wine has become one of my favorites due to its ability to transmit freshness and it's ideal as a starter. - SE

Il Monticello, Colli di Luni, "Groppolo" Cinque Terre, Italy • $25
Sustainable
white
grape: Vermentino

"The Azienda Agricola Il Monticello was founded in 1982 when Pier Luigi Neri, electronic engineer, inherited a 19th-century house and a plot of land on the hills towering Sarzana, just in front of the sea." What to expect: Mid body white, with hint of floral scents, reminiscence of white flowers. Taste of ripe fruits, with a long finish where the minerals from the Ligurian seacoast come out to play.
- Importer + SE

Division Winemaking Co., "Un" Willamette Valley, Oregon • $32
Organic and biodynamic 
white
grape: Chardonnay

"Winemaking Company is a Portland, Oregon based winery founded in 2010 by Kate Norris and Thomas Monroe. Inspired by the wineries of Loire, Beaujolais, Burgundy and the Northern Rhone where they first learned winemaking and viticulture, the urban winery creates Oregon and Washington." What to expect: Gorgeously complex, slightly oaked, with crazy elegant fruit and acidity that are nicely playing with just enough earth. - Producer + SE

POE, Anderson Valley, Ferrington Vineyard, California • $52
white
grape: Chardonnay

"Samantha Sheehan founded POE in 2009 after being inspired by the wines she tasted in Burgundy and Champagne. The goal is not to replicate Burgundy, but rather create alluring, vineyard-specific, age-worthy wines revealing. There is minimal intervention, judicious use of sulfur, and never any additives." What to expect: Its complexity starts right at the nose, with aromas of golden pear, orange zest, dried white flowers. Oak is barely noticeable, with crazy focused acidity and great length. - Producer + SE

Mila Family Vineyards, Rías Baixas, Galicia, Spain • $18

white
grape: Albariño

"Rías Baixas represents the lowlands of Galicia, with an elevation generally less than 300m near the sea and the lower reaches of the rivers, giving the region a distinct Atlantic influence with mild temperatures and high rainfall. Here, Albariño finds its natural habitat." What to expect: Aromas of tropical citrus fruit, and the minerality from thei soil shows well on the palate. Finishes dry and long with a touch of salinity. - Producer + SE

Domaine de Pajot, Cotes de Gascogne, Les 4 Cepages, France • $11
Biodynamic
white
grape: blend

"The domaine is certified organic, and their vines benefit from excellent soil, sun exposure and altitude. What to expect: Blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Colombard, Ugni Blanc, and Gros Manseng All four grapes are complementary and balance each other well, resulting in a dry, zippy, incredibly refreshing white that is a go-to value every vintage." - Importer

Rocca di Castagnoli, Chianti Fattoria Scannano, Italy • $16

red
grape: Sangiovese

"Made from a blend of Groppello, Marzamino, Sangiovese, and Barbera, This wine spent only a few hours on the must to preserve the freshness and balance of this rose. What to expect: Classic aromas of rose petal, strawberry, and raspberry lead the flavor profile with a strong mineral core functioning to give structure, acidity, and length to this bottling. Balanced, refreshing, and perfectly delicate. Direct press free run juice, all stainless steel." - Producer

Cantina Fratelli Pardi, 2015 - Umbria, Italy • $52

Sustainable
red
grape: Sagrantino

"The Pardi family has deep roots in Montefalco, Umbria. The Pardis focus their work in the vineyard not the winery. They understand the importance of the winery and how a great enologist can assist." What to expect: I should say, "what not to expect" from this red. There's a lot going on. Deep bold color, on a par with the body and tannins. But don't worry, it's just a baby. If you know Sagrantino and totally adore full-bodied reds you must jump on this one! - Producer + SE
P.S. Might be a bit much for the bird

Castello di Verduno, Basadone, Piedmont, Italy • $29
Sustainable
red
grape: Pelaverga

"Gabriella Burlotto and her daughters: Elisabetta, Giovanna and Marcella currently manage the property while her husband Franco Bianco and the talented young enologist Mario Andrion oversee all production since 2000. The wineryʼs philosophy is to produce wines that speak of place in a classic way." What to expect: Fresh, very light body, a touch of baking spices but gentle. Stunning garnet-like color. Great substitute for Beaujolais Nouveau. - Distributor + SE

Arpepe, Rosso di Valtellina, Lombardi, Italy • $38
Sustainable
red
grape: Nebbiolo

Ar.Pe.Pe. is a fifth-generation winemaking family focused on cultivating Nebbiolo in Lombardy, south of the Italian-Swiss border. A few years back I had the pleasure of meeting Isabella Pelizzatti Perego when she came to my shop to share her quintessential lineup and the story of her family estate. What to expect: 2018 Rosso was warmer than the usual vintage for the area. However, the cool Alpine nights allowed this vintage to showcase beautiful aromas. The palate is graceful and fluid, with fine integrated tannins that make you go back for more. - SE

Day Wines, Deep Blue, Willamette Valley • $32

Sustainable
red
grape: Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir from Day Wines. A grape that never falls out of style produced by a woman - Brianne Day - who’s focused, talented, and driven by her passion. What to expect: The power of this Pinot Noir starts with its alluring aromas, steady acidity, and delicate yet deep dark fruit. It really opens the doors to endless pairability (if that's a word). - SE

Patricia Green Cellars, Dollar Bills Only, Oregon • $22
Sustainable
red
grape: Pinot Noir

Winemakers from Oregon have been forced to be resilient and innovative. Jim Anderson from Patricia Green Cellars has shown us just that. In this case, our friend Jim has new Pinot: “Dollar Bills Only” Pinot Noir. What to expect: Welcoming, like all PG wines. Attractive overall sense of savory tones, with overlaid raspberry. I kept thinking campfire smoke too, but that might just be me being influenced by the knowledge that fire was nearby. - SE

Erggelet Brothers, Barba Vineyard, Contra Costa County • $36
Organic
red
grape: Zinfandel

With a focus on organic farming, coupled with low intervention but intentional wine-making, Julian and Sebastian Erggelet are making delicious and authentic terroir-driven wines in the California Delta. What to expect: Me suggesting a Zin? I generally don't due to their abundance of fruit and at times sweetness. However, this one is not. Mid- to full-body and yes there is fruit, it's just not jammy. Blood orange, mixed berries, licorice wood, peat and pine nuts, red plum, lilac, pomegranate. I know, what a mess of descriptions. But it is delightful! - Producer + SE