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Bordeaux: Luxury at its Best

Bordeaux: High Quality Values to Drink and Gift

Bordeaux: Pristine, Rare Original Wood Cases

Red Burgundy: The Best Ones to Serve this Holiday

White Burgundy: Top Performing Favorites

Tuscany: 2012 is an Epic Vintage for Brunello

Italy: Thrilling Selections to Take Home for the Holiday

Rhone: Superb Wines that Over-Deliver

Collectibles: Sought-After Wines to Gift

California: Gorgeous Wines at the Top of the Quality Hierarchy

California: Liquid Gold for Holiday Entertaining

Spain: Delivers Unparalleled Value That’s Not to be Missed

Champagne: Top-Flight Bubbly to Pop, Pour and Enjoy

Big Bottles: Make a Big Statement this Holiday

Affordable Values: Perfectly Priced Gifts, Starting at Only $17.95

Sokolin Premier Gift Service

Gift Sets: The Greatest Holiday Gifts Come in Liquid Form

Back-Vintage Bordeaux Legends & Values

Pages 4 - 9

Make Gift-Giving Easy with Our Curated Gift Sets

Pages 34 - 39

Exquisite Champagne for Holiday PartiesPages 28 & 29

Perfectly Priced Values to GiftPages 32 & 33

2012 Brunello di Montalcino – An Epic Vintage

Pages 14 & 15

A Message from Dave Sokolin

Welcome to our 83rd Holiday Catalog!

A lot has changed over the last 83 years that we’ve been in business. Starting back in the 1960s, my father, William, was one of a small handful of sources for fine and rare wine, and therefore, we had some interaction with countless serious wine buyers and collectors in the United States at one point. Today, there are a variety of sources to buy fine wine from, yet we find ourselves growing at a rapid pace akin with many startup companies, and I understand why.

We offer the highest quality wines at the most competitive prices on the market, and the level of white glove service that we provide is simply unmatched. When you shop with Sokolin, you are assigned a dedicated private wine consultant who can assist you with everything from single bottle purchases to full in-home collections. They can even help you select the perfect wines to serve at your private parties and events. Convenience is a big part of life, and our private wine consultants make it easy for our customers to navigate the world of fine wine ensuring a flawless order and delivery experience. The same ideals that Sokolin was built upon over 80 years ago remain the foundation of the company today: integrity, high quality and exceptional service.

This holiday catalog is packed with the world’s greatest wines and amazing, everyday values. Whether you’re searching for back-vintage Bordeaux, red Burgundy, Champagne legends, new releases, big bottles or value wines, we have something for every wine lover. We make gift-giving easier than ever with our incredible collection of curated gift sets (pages 34 – 39). You’re sure to look like a wine pro with any of these selections! Our team is happy to assist you with single bottle gift orders as well as large corporate gift orders.

So shop, gift, be merry and also visit sokolin.com to find the world’s largest selection of rare wine - far too big to fit in this catalog.

Thank you for continuing to choose Sokolin for all of your wine needs. Our family and entire staff send our best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous holiday and new year.

Give. Entertain. Enjoy. Collect.

Rating LegendRP Robert Parker, Parker’s Wine Advocate

RP-HG Robert Parker’s Hedonist Gazette

RP-NM Neal Martin of eRobertParker.com

JS James Suckling

WS Wine Spectator

ST Stephen Tanzer, Tanzer’s IWC

BH Allen Meadows, Burghound.com

JH James Halliday

DS Dave Sokolin

SP Sokolin Tasting Panel

WE Wine Enthusiast

VM Vinous Media

JG John Gilman, "A View From the Cellar"

W&S Wine & Spirits Magazine

DEC Decanter Magazine

LM Luca Maroni

JD Jeb Dunnuck

All statements and expressions contained herein are solely the opinion of Sokolin LLC (“Sokolin”) and are not intended to be consid-ered investment advice. While it is Sokolin’s goal to locate and sell wine with investment grade potential, the information contained herein is not intended to be investment advice and must be used in conjunction with the experience and independent decision-making process of the customer. Sokolin LLC and its employees are in no way liable for the use of this information by customers for the purpose of investing. For investment decisions, always consult a professional investment advisor. Sokolin LLC is not a registered investment advisor. You must be at least 21 years old to purchase wine from Sokolin LLC. Currently, the laws of all 50 states prohibit the sale of wine or any other alcohol beverages to consumers younger than 21 years of age. As a responsible vendor, Sokolin abides by the law, and will not sell alcohol to any minor. Sokolin will verify the age of every customer using sophisticated technology for age verification. All sales of wine to consumers made by Sokolin are F.O.B. New York. Title to the purchased wine will transfer from Sokolin to the consumer once the purchase price has been properly credited from the consumer’s credit card, or paid by other appropriate means. Be advised: Laws governing the sale and transportation of wine vary from state to state. Sokolin makes no representation as to the legal rights of any individual or entity to ship or transport wines into any state outside of New York. As expressly noted above, you, the consumer, are solely responsible for taking possession of all wines that you purchase from Sokolin. By placing an order, you authorize Sokolin to act as an agent to engage a common carrier to deliver your wines to the requested destination. Additionally, you hereby represent to Sokolin that you understand the terms and conditions and agree to abide by them in connection with this transaction. Please visit www.sokolin.com to view our full terms and conditions. Please contact Sokolin at P.O. Box 755, Bridgehampton, NY, 11932. All photos used in this catalog are the sole property of Sokolin LLC © 2017.

Bordeaux: Luxury at its BestOur back-vintage wine selections are unmatched as our collection has been going strong for over 80 years. This section features a few of our hand-selected and highly rated favorites from the best chateaux. Thirsty for more? Please check out our inventory online at sokolin.com to view one of the largest portfolios of back-vintage Bordeaux in the country.

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2000 Lynch Bages$679 magnum (1.5L)“Beginning to open magnificently, the still dense purple-colored 2000 reveals a blossoming bouquet of blackberries, cassis, graphite and pen ink. Full-bodied with velvety tannins…exhibits admirable purity, texture, mouthfeel and power combined with elegance. One of the all-time great examples of Lynch Bages, the 2000 is just beginning to drink well yet promises to last for another 20-25+ years.”

- Robert Parker

Drinkability range: 2011 - 2036

“Lynch Bages is Terrifically Under-Priced for One of the World’s Biggest Names in Wine.”

– Dave Sokolin

97 RP

2000 Branon$169 bottle | $2,028 case“…undoubtedly the real deal…a finish that lasts nearly a minute… Stunning stuff! Anticipated maturity: 2009-2025.”

– Robert Parker

“2000 Chateau Branon is a Tiny 650 Case Production ‘Cult’ Vineyard in Pessac, the Home of Haut Brion. It’s a $169 Wine that Resembles Most $1,000 Bottles.” – Dave Sokolin

1996 Grand Puy Lacoste$135 bottle | $1,620 case “...reveals an essence of creme de cassis character which sets it apart from other Pauillacs… A superb, classic Pauillac. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2030.”

– eRobertParker.com

“Grand Puy Lacoste is a Pauillac Legend. This is what First Growth Collectors Drink on a Daily Basis, and the Price is Right.” – Dave Sokolin

1996 Leoville Las Cases$309 bottle | $3,708 case“…A profound Leoville Las Cases, it is one of the great modern day wines of Bordeaux… It is a remarkable, seamless…and extraordinarily elegant wine - the quintessential St.-Julien...Anticipated maturity: 2007-2035.”

– Robert Parker

“This is My Favorite Las Cases Ever Produced – Even Better than the 1982 Vintage!” – Dave Sokolin

2000 Calon Segur$129 bottle | $1,548 case“…medium-bodied with a firm tannic structure… Nice grip and persistency here. Excellent.”

– eRobertParker.com (Neal Martin)

Drinkability range: 2018 - 2050

“This Property Under-Charges for Some of the Best Bordeaux.” – Dave Sokolin

2005 Pavie Macquin$169 bottle | $2,028 case"A fascinating wine that reminded me of a top vintage of Ausone…possesses massive concentration, phenomenal levels of tannin, and good acidity… A modern day elixir that should prove to be monumental…it will last for 40+ years.”

– Robert Parker

“One of My Top 10 Bordeaux to Own in the Modern Age.” – Dave Sokolin

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1982 Ducru Beaucaillou$459 bottle | $5,508 original wood case“...exhibits a dense ruby/plum/garnet color to the rim as well as a sweet perfume of forest floor, spice box, cedar, and copious quantities of black fruits… It is the finest Ducru Beaucaillou produced after the 1961 and before the 2003...”

– Robert Parker

This Wine Competes with First Growths for a Fraction of the Price

93 RP93+ RP-NM

97 RP

96+ RP

98+ RP-HG96 RP

Bordeaux: High Quality Values to Drink and GiftYou can still afford to drink great Bordeaux! This section features high quality, back-vintage values, starting at only $24.95. It’s almost impossible to find amazing Bordeaux at low prices, so act quickly before these wines are gone!

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2014 Chateau des Fougeres Clos Montesquieu$24.95 bottle | $299.40 case“…compelling…endowed with real personality as well as class. The 2014 is compelling for many reasons, especially in the way it is both incredibly vivid and rich. This is a super-impressive showing...Drink till 2034.”

- Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media

The Best Deal in Value Bordeaux – 94 Points for Only $24.95

94 VM

2014 Graves Comparison Score Price

2014 Chateau des Fougeres Clos Montesquieu 94 VM $24.95

2014 Chateau La Mission Haut Brion 95+ VM $200+

2003 Sociando Mallet$69.99 bottle | $839.88 case“…the poster child for what cru bourgeois estates can achieve. This is a wine that is consistently of classified-growth quality and also one of the longest lived wines made in the Medoc. An exceptional vintage for Sociando-Mallet… This is stunning wine… It should keep for 30+ years…”

– Robert Parker

“2003 is One of My Favorite Drinking Vintages of Bordeaux…” – Dave Sokolin

2009 Lynsolence$54.95 bottle | $659.40 case“…because the yield was only 25 hectoliters per hectare, a very small amount of wine from this 6.5-acre vineyard of 50 year old vines was produced…capable of lasting 20-25 years… Anticipated maturity: 2016-2030.”

– Robert Parker

“This is a Crazy Low Price for Back-Vintage Bordeaux of this Pedigree, and It’s Drinking Great Now!” – Dave Sokolin

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93+ SP93+ RP

Bordeaux Cellar Treasures: 1961 - 2005

2014 Graves Comparison Score Price

2014 Chateau des Fougeres Clos Montesquieu 94 VM $24.95

2014 Chateau La Mission Haut Brion 95+ VM $200+

Size Wine Score Price BTL 1961 La Tour Haut Brion 95 RP $1,349 BTL 1978 Cheval Blanc 94 WS $395 BTL 1978 La Mission Haut Brion 98 RPNM $685 BTL 1982 Cheval Blanc 96 RP-HG $1,195 BTL 1982 Cos D'Estournel 95 RP $449 BTL 1982 Ducru Beaucaillou 96 RP $459 BTL 1982 Haut Brion 97 RP-NM $1,089 MAG 1982 Latour 100 RP $4,595 3L 1982 Latour 100 RP $13,450 BTL 1985 Cos D'Estournel 93 RP $219 BTL 1985 Pichon Lalande 96 WS $279 BTL 1986 Gruaud Larose 96 RP $225 3L 1986 Gruaud Larose 96 RP $1,499 BTL 1986 Mouton Rothschild 100 RP $1,089 BTL 1986 Pichon Lalande 96 RPNM $275 BTL 1986 Rausan Segla 96 RP $295 BTL 1988 Cos D'Estournel 92 WS $149 BTL 1988 La Mission Haut Brion 94 RP-NM $325 BTL 1988 Lynch Bages 95 WS $189 BTL 1988 Petrus 95 WS $1,895 BTL 1989 Branaire Ducru 92 WS $100 BTL 1989 Grand Puy Lacoste 95 WS $169 BTL 1989 Le Pin 98 RPNM $3,695 BTL 1989 Petrus 100 RP $4,249 BTL 1989 Pichon Lalande 93 RP $285 BTL 1990 Montrose 100 RP $799

Size Wine Score Price BTL 1995 Cos D'Estournel 95 RP $225 BTL 1995 L'Angelus 96+ RP-HG $275 3L 1995 Latour 96 RP $3,195 BTL 1995 Leoville Las Cases 96 RP-NM $235 BTL 1995 Montrose 94 RP-HG $169 BTL 1995 Mouton Rothschild 95 RP $499 BTL 1996 Grand Puy Lacoste 93 RP $135 BTL 1996LafiteRothschild 100RP $1,275BTL 1996 Leoville Las Cases 98+ RPHG $309 BTL 1996 Pichon Lalande 96 RP $295 BTL 1998 Trotanoy 97 RP-HG $379 BTL 2000 Ausone 98+ RP $1,495 BTL 2000 Calon Segur 93+ RP-NM $129 BTL 2000 Cos D'estournel 96 RPNM $209 BTL 2000 La Clusiere 100 RP $895 BTL 2000 La Mission Haut Brion 100 RP $749 BTL 2000LafiteRothschild 100RP-HG $1,295BTL 2000 Latour 100 WS $995 BTL 2000 Margaux 100 RP $995 MAG 2000 Rausan Segla 95 RP-NM $295 BTL 2001 Bon Pasteur 93 RP-NM $95 BTL 2001 Leoville Las Cases 95 RP-NM $195 BTL 2003 Leoville Poyferre 96 RP $149 BTL 2003 Montrose 98 RP $249 BTL 2003 Pontet Canet 95+ RP $119 BTL 2005 Latour 99 RP-NM $949

Bordeaux: Pristine, Rare Original Wood CasesIf you’re searching for a wine that has the ‘wow’ factor, look no further. These first growth legends are two of the best wines ever produced, both receiving perfect 100 point scores. It simply doesn’t get better than this!

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1986 Lafite Rothschild *$1,395 bottle | $16,740 original wood case“The 1986 possesses outstanding richness, a deep color, medium body, a graceful, harmonious texture, and superb length. The penetrating fragrance of cedar, chestnuts, minerals, and rich fruit is a hallmark of this wine. Powerful, dense, rich, and tannic, as well as medium to full-bodied, with awesome extraction of fruit, this Lafite has immense potential...Anticipated maturity: 2000-2030.”

- Robert Parker

“One of Only Five 100 Point RP Rated Lafite, and Reminds Most of the Legendary 1959.” – Dave Sokolin

*must be purchased by the case

100 RP

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1990 Margaux *$1,199 bottle | $14,388 original wood case“...It offers an extraordinary aromatic display of spring flowers, camphor, sweet red and black fruits, a hint of licorice… Round and generous with low acidity, but an opulent, full-bodied richness that is fresh with laser-like precision, this stunning wine is just beginning to reach its plateau of full maturity, where it should remain for another three decades. A sensational effort, it is one of the legendary wines made at Chateau Margaux...Drink now-2040.”

- Robert Parker

“One of Three 100 Point RP Rated Margaux in History. I Think it’s the Best Margaux in History Ever Made Up to this Point.” – Dave Sokolin

100 RP

*must be purchased by the case

Red Burgundy: The Best Ones to Serve this HolidayHolidays are full of opportunities to entertain, and we have the greatest wines for you to pour at parties and events, with prices starting at only $19.99. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, please visit sokolin.com to view our full inventory of red Burgundy.

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2010 Henri Perrot Minot NSG La Richemone VV$125 bottle | $1,500 case“…Aromas of redcurrant, licorice and underbrush are joined by a leathery nuance as the wine opens in the glass. Then complex, subtle and expressive in the mouth, boasting noteworthy precision… Dense, sappy and voluminous Nuits-Saint-Georges; airy and classically dry. Finishes broad and very long… This has turned out very well.”

- Stephen Tanzer, Vinous Media

2010 is a Dream Vintage for Red Burgundy!

93 WE

2015 Pousse D’Or Volnay Clos De La Bousse D’Or$87.95 bottle | $1,055.40 case“Moderate amounts of wood and menthol elements frame the prominently ripe aromas of black pinot fruit liqueur...The opulently, even lavishly rich medium weight flavors saturate the palate with sappy dry extract…”

– Burghound.com

Pousse D’Or is My Idea of Top Red Burgundy, and It Delivers What the Best of Burgundy Does.” – Dave Sokolin

2001 Ponsot Griottes Chambertin$225 bottle | $2,700 case“Pure, pretty and very stylish red cherry fruit notes framed in strong earth aromas followed by complex, medium weight flavors...In short, this is a beautiful effort in a medium weight style.”

– Burghound.com

Another Amazing Wine from the Legendary Laurent Ponsot

2015 Pousse D’Or Volnay Caillerets$71.99 bottle | $863.88 case“... Bright dark ruby...flavors of black cherry, violet and licorice...offering an intriguing suggestion of wildness...”

– Stephen Tanzer, Vinous Media

“I’ve Had the Good Fortune of Tasting so many Vintages of Pousse D’Or Volnays alongside DRC, and They Stood Tall at 1/5th the Price.” – Dave Sokolin

2014 Jean Claude Bachelet Bourgogne Pinot Noir$19.99 bottle | $239.88 case“Deep and intense with black cherries and dark fruit that lead to a sexy, mouth coating texture. Floral and mineral notes add complexity on the finish. This is a very attractive intro level red burgundy at a great price.”

– Sokolin Tasting Panel

A Red Burgundy That Punches Well Above Its Low Price Tag

2015 Geantet Pansiot Charmes Chambertin$159 bottle | $1,908 case“...The rich, full-bodied and concentrated broad-shouldered flavors coat the palate with dry extract on the structured, serious and notably firm finale...”

– Burghound.com

“You are So Going to Want Them...2015 will be a Difficult Vintage to Top.” – Stephen Tanzer

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91+ SP

91-93 VM

2014 Domaine Terres Dorees Jean Paul Brun Bourgogne Pinot Noir$19.99 bottle | $239.88 case“Bright ruby-red. Fresh and energetic on the nose, displaying fresh raspberry and cherry flavors and a zesty mineral overtone… A spine of juicy acidity lifts the fruit and carries it through a long, seamless finish...”

– Josh Raynolds, Vinous Media

Value Alert: A Gorgeous Wine for Only $19.99 & Produced by Jean Paul Brun, Who has been Making Wine for Almost 40 Years

91-94 BH

91-94 BH 92 BH

90 VM

White Burgundy: Top Performing FavoritesFrom legends to new discoveries, we offer a large inventory of terrific white Burgundy that’s guaranteed to leave you smiling. Hand-selected by our expert team, these wines are from excellent producers and offer top quality.

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2013 Louis Latour Corton Charlemagne$99.95 bottle | $1,199.40 case“...This is so layered and dense with dried pineapple and apple. The concentration and depth is amazing. Full-bodied and dense plus super fruit. This is less than one fourth of the production. A crazy white. Drink, if you can find it.”

- James Suckling

“This 97-Point Rated Grand Cru is Priced 50% Less than Others, Yet I Prefer It to the Rest!” – Dave Sokolin

97 JS

2014 Xavier Monnot Meursault Les Chevalieres$38.95 bottle | $467.40 case“A pure nose of pineapple, mango, faint eucalyptus and powdered stone. It flows onto the palate with layers of vibrant fruit and liquid minerals leading to a long crisp finish that leaves you begging for another sip.”


Don’t Miss Out! This Wine Sells at ½ the Price of Other Meursaults!

2014 La Chablisienne Chablis Mont De Millieu$27.95 bottle | $335.40 case“...expressing exotic fruit aromas and I particularly like the plethora of Chablis characters present on the pear and citrus scents… Very fine quality here.”

– Burghound.com

“Very Fine Quality Here” – Only $27.95!

2015 Domaine de Roally Vire Clesse$21.99 bottle | $263.88 case“...It has a very clean and precise bouquet, with crushed rock scents complementing the light apple blossom aromas. The palate is fresh and crisp on the entry…keeps you yearning for the next sip. What a great Vire-Clesse this is—they just don’t get much better.”

– Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

“Keeps You Yearning for the Next Sip.” Only $21.99!

2015 Bachelet-Monnot Puligny Montrachet$69.95 bottle | $839.40 case“This is fleshy and concentrated, delivering peach, apple, lemon, mineral and spice flavors. Lively acidity gives this the structure to offset the density. The finish lingers on and on. Drink now through 2024…”

– Wine Spectator

Bachelet-Monnot is the New Guard of White Burgundy

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92+ SP

93 BH91 RP

“Michel Niellon is the Most Over-Delivering Producer of White Wine on the Planet.” – Dave Sokolin

2014 Michel Niellon Chassagne Montrachet$43.99 bottle | $527.88 case“...There is also much better mid-palate density and volume to the attractively textured medium-bodied flavors that possess a caressing mouth feel ...This is worth checking out...”

– Burghound.com89 BH

2015 Bachelet-Monnot Chassagne Montrachet$59.95 bottle | $719.40 case“Rich and dense, showing delicate flavors of lemon cake, white peach and well-integrated oak spice. Vibrant acidity keeps this balanced, and the finish carries through effortlessly. Drink now through 2025…”

– Wine Spectator

“If You Have Not Discovered Them Yet, Now’s the Time.” – eRobertParker.com

93 WS 93 WS

Tuscany: 2012 is an Epic Vintage for Brunello2012 turned out to be an A+ vintage for Brunello. If this vintage came out of Bordeaux, the wines would cost 3x the prices below! The 2012s are stylistically like a blend of 2004 and 2010, the most historic vintages of the new millennium. Take advantage of these low prices on an epic vintage that drinks now.

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2012 San Filippo Brunello di Montalcino le Lucere $67.99 bottle | $815.88 case“This is an incredible 2012 with fantastic depth, richness, focus and tension. Full body, polished velvety tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Goes on for minutes...a joy to taste now. One of the wines of the vintage.”

- James Suckling

“One of the Wines of the Vintage.”

98 JS

2012 Altesino Brunello Di Montalcino$44.99 bottle | $539.88 case“Cherry, leather and iron notes mark this suave, elegant red... the fruit is fresh and long on the finish… this opens up beautifully over a few hours...”

– Wine Spectator

“Altesino is the Old School King of Brunello.” – Dave Sokolin

2012 Ciacci Piccolomini Brunello di Mont Pianrosso$59.99 bottle | $719.88 case“This is all about finesse and beauty with such great length and polish. It literally melts in your mouth. Full-bodied yet agile and vivid. So many undertones of cedar, berries, cream and light toffee. Fabulous. Contender for the wine of the vintage.”

– James Suckling

“I’m a Huge Fan of This. It’s One of Italy’s Greatest Wines at a Price that Seems Impossibly Low.” – Dave Sokolin

2012 Castiglion del Bosco Brunello di Montalcino$44.95 bottle | $539.40 case“This shows pure and fresh fruit that many others don’t have. Also, there are plenty of linear tannins. Precise and beautiful. Medium to full body. Persistent finish...”

– James Suckling

One of the Best Deals in Our Inventory!

2012 Argiano Brunello di Montalcino$39.99 bottle | $479.88 case“Fantastically complex aromas of spices, dried flowers and plums follow through to a full body, integrated and polished tannins and a superb finish. This is a 2012 Brunello with it all…”

– James Suckling

Only $39.99 & 96 Points – A Must-Own Wine!

2012 Uccelliera Brunello di Montalcino$59.95 bottle | $719.40 case“I am always such a big fan of Andrea Cortonesi’s work. Like his previous releases, the 2012 Brunello di Montalcino shows an uncanny sense of continuity and consistency with past releases. This steady stylistic focus is one of the best reasons to buy Uccelliera Brunello...explosive flavor profile...”


This Producer is a Rockstar!

2012 Pertimali Brunello di Montalcino$64.95 bottle | $779.40 case“Complex aromas of dried figs, dark fruits and hints of walnuts and dried meat...Velvety and poised tannins and a flavorful finish. Yet always refined and beautiful. You want to drink it now and can, but it has a beautiful future.”

– James Suckling

One of the Top Producers of Brunello di Montalcino

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97 JS

96 JS96 JS

96 RP

98 JS

96 WS

Italy: Thrilling Selections to Take Home for the HolidayCountless amazing wines are produced in Italy at every price level. Whether you’re searching for a value wine or a well-known legend, we have what you’re looking for this holiday.

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2006 Castello Rampolla Vigna D’Alceo$119 bottle | $1,428 case“Shows beautiful aromas and flavors of currant, toasty oak, tobacco and licorice. Full and very polished, with a wonderful finish. A gorgeous young wine. Layered and structured...”

-Wine Spectator

“…Epic… Captures the Purest Essence of One of the Great All-Time Tuscan Vintages.” - Antonio Galloni

98 WS

2013 Fenocchio Barolo Bussia$47.95 bottle | $575.40 case“...stunning and classically crafted Barolo. The structured polished palate delivers juicy Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry, pipe tobacco and licorice… It’s going to just keep getting better and better over the next few decades...”

– Wine Enthusiast

This is the Vintage We’ve Been Waiting for – The Best in Years.

2014 Passopisciaro Passorosso$39.99 bottle | $479.88 case“…captivating nose…perfumed flavors of soft red berries, ripe red cherry, vanilla, aromatic herbs and crushed rock… a three-dimensional mouthfeel and a light-on-its-feet quality. Finishes with great length and wonderfully polished tannins. Absolute knockout wine: from a memorable vintage on Etna, this is most likely the best Passorosso…”

– Ian D’Agata, Vinous Media

“Absolute Knockout Wine…” – 97 Points!

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97 VM97 WE

Size Piedmont Score Price BTL 1961 Giacomo Conterno Barolo 95 VM $1,499 Monfortino Riserva BTL 1985 Giacomo Conterno Barolo 98 VM $1,550 Monfortino Riserva BTL 1997 Ceretto Barbaresco Bricco Asili 93 WS $135 BTL 1997 Luigi Pira Barolo Marenca 95 RP $139 BTL 2000 Paolo Scavino Barolo 99 WS $199 Rocche Annunziata Ris.BTL 2005 Aldo Conterno Barolo 95+ RP $415 Gran Bussia RiservaBTL 2006 Gaja Barbaresco Sori San Lorenzo 95 VM $289 BTL 2007 Aldo Conterno Barolo Colonnello 94 RP $115 BTL 2007 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco 95 RP $149 Santo StefanoBTL 2007 Gaja Barbaresco Sori San Lorenzo 98 RP $429 BTL 2008 Bruno Giacosa Barolo Falletto 96 WS $139 BTL 2008 Gaja Barbaresco Sori San Lorenzo 96+ VM $335 BTL 2008 Gaja Barbaresco Sori Tildin 96 RP $295 BTL 2008 Gaja Barolo Conteisa 97 RP $225 BTL 2010 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo 100 VM $499 BTL 2010 Bruno di Rocca Barbaresco Rabaja 97 RP $115 BTL 2010 E. Pira Barolo Via Nuova 96 VM $78 BTL 2010 Gaja Barbaresco Costa Russi 95 RP $295 BTL 2011 Alessandro N Fantino Barolo 94 VM $45 Bussia Cascina DardiBTL 2011 Gaja Sperss Barolo 95 RP $185 BTL 2012 Bruno Giacosa Barolo Falletto 97 JS $135 BTL 2012 Giovanni Sordo Barolo Gabutti 95 WS $38.95

Size Tuscany Score PriceBTL 1990 Castello Rampolla Sammarco 97 VM $179 BTL 2001 Antinori Solaia 97 VM $259 BTL 2004 Antinori Solaia 97 VM $285 BTL 2004 Ornellaia 98 VM $249 3L 2005 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Masseto 96 WS $3,785 BTL 2006 Argiano Solengo 94 WS $69.99 BTL 2006 Castello Rampolla Vigna D'Alceo 98 WS $119 BTL 2006 Ornellaia 97 RP $235 1.5L 2006 Soldera Brunello Di Montalcino 95+ RP $1,279 Riserva3L 2006 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Masseto 100 RP $5,385 BTL 2007 Antinori Solaia 97 RP $239 BTL 2007 Le Macchiole Merlot Messorio 96 RP $179 BTL 2007 Ornellaia 99 WE $269 BTL 2007 Sassicaia 96 RP-NM $259 BTL 2008 Brancaia IGT Ilatraia 91 WS $50 BTL 2010 Col D'Orcia Poggio Al Vento 97 RP $95 Brunello di Montalcino RiservaBTL 2010 Fontodi Flaccianello 97+ RP $115 BTL 2010 Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino 99 JS $139 RiservaBTL 2010 Guado Al Tasso 97 RP $95 BTL 2010 La Gerla Brunello di Montalcino 95 VM $45 BTL 2010 Ornellaia 98 VM $239 BTL 2011 Montevertine Pergole Torte 97 VM $135

Italian Cellar Gems: 1961 - 2012

Rhone: Superb Wines that Over-DeliverThe Rhone Valley offers pedigree galore at surprisingly reasonable prices. This section features high-scoring wines from three outstanding vintages – 2007, 2010 and 2015. You’ll find both red and white wines from our favorite producers.

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2015 Guigal Condrieu$47.99 bottle | $575.88 case.”..a blockbuster... it’s a rich, unctuous, thrillingly textured beauty that has plenty of orange blossom, flower oil, tangerine and peach. Fruit-loaded, with just a touch of minerality, it should be drunk over the coming 2-4 years.”

- Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

“2015 White Rhones are the 1982 Bordeaux Equivalent. They are the Best in History.” – Dave Sokolin

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2015 Janasse Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Prestige Blanc $99 bottle | $1,188 case“And a candidate for the white of the vintage... It has thrilling amounts of buttered citrus, pineapple, stone fruits and brioche…always fresh and pure, hats off to the Sabon family for this sensational white!...and like the base cuvée, can be cellared for decades.”


“Another Killer Effort” from a Top Vintage

2010 Xavier Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Anonyme $68.95 magnum (1.5L)“The powerful, rich 2010 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Anonyme reveals an off-the-chart level of extract, lots of glycerin and copious black cherry, blueberry, forest floor, lavender and graphite characteristics...should keep for two decades.”


“Off-the-Chart” Chateauneuf Built to Last

Xavier Chateauneuf du Pape La Reserve X XII XV$47.95 bottle | $575.40 case“A non-vintage blend of Xavier’s favorite vintage, the NV Châteauneuf du Pape X XII XV is a massive, thick, unctuous beauty... what a wine! It stays lively and fresh...it will have two decades of longevity.”


From One of the Region’s Star Producers for Less

2007 Pierre Usseglio Chateauneuf du Pape$37.95 bottle | $455.40 case“…possesses a dense ruby/purple hue as well as wonderfully sweet aromas of blue and black fruits, underbrush, truffles, incense, and garrigue. It is full-bodied, opulent, fleshy, powerful and substantial in the mouth…”

– Robert Parker

Value Alert! A Great Deal for this Amazing Vintage!

2007 Domaine Giraud Chateauneuf du Pape Tradition$47.95 bottle | $575.40 case“Gorgeously ripe and totally inviting, with lush plum, crushed fig, macerated currant and boysenberry fruit all gliding along seamlessly...The superlong finish has well-embedded acidity. Shows terrific poise, despite its explosive fruit...”

– Wine Spectator

This Wine Far Outperforms the Price

2015 Domaine Raymond Usseglio Chateauneuf du Pape Roussanne Pure$53.95 bottle | $647.40 case“I was blown away by the 100% Roussanne 2015 Châteauneuf du Pape Pure Roussanne Blanc, and unfortunately, there’s only 600 cases made. Vibrant, taunt and mineral-driven…this beauty is…impeccably balanced and layered, with vibrant, yet perfectly integrated acidity...can keep for decades if you’re so inclined.”


“2015 is a Truly Sensational Vintage.” - RPWA

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Collectibles: Sought-After Wines to GiftWe’re your source to the most sought-after wines on the planet. These collectibles featured here are high-scoring legends that are sure to impress the most discerning wine lover.

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1986 Murrieta Ygay Blanco Gran Reserva Especial$595 bottle | $7,140 case“…I consider the rare white Castillo Ygay one of the greatest white wines ever produced in Spain, and the 1986 Castillo Ygay Blanco Gran Reserva Especial is a great addition to the portfolio of the winery--an historic wine that is coming back to life...The palate is both powerful and elegant, with superb acidity and great length, with volume and sharpness, with a mineral, umami-driven finish. It fills your mouth, tickles your taste buds and makes you salivate. There is nothing negative about the wine; there is no excess oak, nothing blurry, nothing to improve...I think this is a perfect wine… I have no doubt the wine will evolve and last for a very, very, very long time in bottle... I have no doubt we’re talking about a white for the next 50 years…”

- eRobertParker.com

“This 100 Pointer is One of the Great Wines of Spain. In Fact, Vintages from the '30s and '40s are Still Drinking. Ygay is a Wine Most Collectors Haven’t Tried, but Should.” – Dave Sokolin

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2013 Joseph Phelps Insignia$229 bottle | $2,748 case“The 2013 Insignia (their 40th vintage) is a blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot, and the rest Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc...this vintage of Insignia is certainly going to turn out to be one of the great ones. The wine offers a stunning inky blue/purple color, a gorgeous nose of blueberry and blackberry liqueur, pen ink, graphite, new saddle leather and barrique. The wine has fabulous concentration, a full-bodied, multi-layered mouthfeel, and tremendous finish...”

- Robert Parker

“This Vintage of Insignia is Certainly Going to Turn Out to be One of the Great Ones.”

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California: Gorgeous Wines at the Top of the Quality HierarchyThe demand for California wines continues to rise, and quality has never been better. We offer a huge, high quality selection of the best names from the region. Pay special attention to the 2013 vintage, which is considered to be the greatest ever for Napa Valley.

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2013 Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve$135 bottle | $1,620 case

“One of the great efforts of recent years, and not surprisingly so, is the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve...classic Napa Cabernet Sauvignon with crème de cassis, graphite, licorice, and a touch of spicy oak... this is an instant classic… It is multi-dimensional, layered, and one of the all-time great Beringer Private Reserves – and there have been many.”

- Robert Parker

“One of the All-Time Great Beringer Private Reserves…”

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2014 Calera de Villiers Vineyard Mt Harlan Pinot Noir$54.95 bottle | $659.40 case“One of the highlights in this range, the 2014 Pinot Noir de Villiers Vineyard is absolutely gorgeous. Deep, pliant and exquisitely layered, the 2014 possesses exceptional finesse. The purity of the fruit here is striking…all finesse.”

– Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media

From One of California’s Best Who Consistently Impresses Us

2012 Waterstone Cabernet Sauvignon$25.95 bottle | $311.40 case“With its Bordeaux-like presence, this wine is deep, rich, and lingering. Firm, integrated tannins frame the concentrated, dark fruit (currant, black cherry, wild berry, plum.) Toasty oak and an earthy edge add to the wine’s great complexity.”

– Waterstone Winery

A Cali-Cult Look-Alike for Only $25.95!

2013 Jaffurs Syrah Upslope$69.95 bottle | $839.40 case“A true blockbuster... This is always a mix of vineyards and a cellar selection intended to be the top Syrah of the estate…awesome purity and ripe tannin… it stays light and elegant on the palate, with an inherent elegance and seamlessness that keeps it a joy to drink. Drink it anytime over the coming 10-15 years.”


A Perfect Gift Idea for the Syrah Lover – 97 Points!

2013 Stag’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23$215 bottle | $2,580 case“The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Cask 23 ratchets up the level of complexity, richness and density…great purity and personality make for a prodigious example of Cabernet Sauvignon to drink over the next 30+ years. Kudos to Stags Leap Wine Cellars.”

– Robert Parker

40th Anniversary & the Greatest Vintage Ever in Napa

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2014 Dominus Napanook Vineyard$67.95 bottle | $815.40 case“The 2014 Napanook is, once again, a very serious wine…possesses remarkable intensity packed into its mid-weight frame... This is an impressive showing.”


“…Dominus Estate Continues to be One of California’s Leaders in Turning Out Gorgeously Elegant, Complex and Long-Lived Wines.” – Robert Parker

2013 Caymus Special Selection$159 bottle | $1,908 case“This zeroes in on a rich, hedonistic core of wild berry, blackberry, plum and currant flavors, with a graceful, elegant mouthfeel and supple, caressing tannins... Drink now through 2030...”

- Wine Spectator

“The 2013 Napa Cabernets are Some of the Most Profound, Riveting, Young Wines I Have Tasted Anywhere in the World.” – Antonio Galloni

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California: Liquid Gold for Holiday EntertainingAdd a little sparkle to your tabletop this holiday season with any of these “liquid gold” selections. These high quality wines are all priced between $16.95 - $64.99. Pop, pour and enjoy!

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2015 Brewer-Clifton Chardonnay Santa Rita Hills$26.95 bottle | $323.40 case

“The 2015 Chardonnay Sta. Rita Hills checks in as a blend of the 3D, Acin and Machado Vineyards, and it’s brought up identically to the single vineyards... it’s a seriously rich, unctuous beauty… Deep, rich and thrillingly textured, it’s certainly the smart value play of the lineup as it’s half the price, but more than half the wine.”

- Jeb Dunnuck

A 95-Pointer from One of California’s Top Producers – Only $26.95!

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2014 Chanin Chardonnay Los Alamos Vineyard$35.95 bottle | $431.40 case“…rich, flavorful and deeply expressive. Orchard fruit, mint, sweet spices and butter notes meld together in a creamy, beautifully layered Chardonnay...This is an especially racy, almost flamboyant wine from...”


“Gavin Chanin Draws from Some of the Best Vineyards.” – Antonio Galloni

2013 Mt. Eden Chardonnay Estate Santa Cruz Mtn$59.99 bottle | $719.88 case“One of the greatest Chardonnays made in California each vintage, this bottling blends riper elements of yellow peach and honey with the tension of tangerine rind and pink-grapefruit pith on the nose. The palate is very energetic and tangy…”

– Wine Enthusiast

“The Mount Eden Wines Remain Reference Points for the Santa Cruz Mountains.” – Antonio Galloni

2015 The Paring Chardonnay$22.95 bottle | $275.40 case“..offers of a clean, crisp style, medium-bodied richness and outstand-ing notes of spiced apples, citrus blossom and brioche. It’s a terrific Chardonnay that’s going to compete with wines that cost 2-3x its going rate.”

– Jeb Dunnuck

92-Pointer “That’s Going to Compete with Wines that Cost 2-3x Its Going Rate.”

2015 Three Clicks Sauvignon Blanc$16.95 bottle | $203.40 case“...a 600-case cuvee…honeysuckle and more tropical and exotic fruits along with the telltale grapefruit and melony notes...has real exuberance and a flamboyant personality – and I adored it for that. Drink it over the next several years.”

– Wine Enthusiast

“Has Real Exuberance and a Flamboyant Personality.”

2014 Alban Vineyards Viognier Alban Estate Vineyard$49.95 bottle | $599.40 case“…checks in as a new benchmark for me on California (and United States) Viognier... it offers terrific notes of white flowers, honeysuckle, tangerine and apricot, with full-bodied richness, a layered texture and a great finish... Drink it over the coming 4-5 years.”


“Checks In as a New Benchmark…on California Viognier”

2013 Ramey Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard$64.99 bottle | $779.88 case“... Sweet floral notes open up first. The Ritchie is just as subtle and nuanced on the palate. Classy and polished throughout, the Ritchie is all about finesse. It should drink well for the better part of the next decade.”


“…One of the Veterans of High-Quality Winemaking…” – Robert Parker

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Spain: Delivers Unparalleled Value That’s Not to be MissedWith prices starting at only $17.95, there is value to be had with these Spanish wines! These selections come from terrific producers, have big scores and low prices. They’ll sell out quickly, so order yours before they’re gone!

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2010 Finca La Emperatriz Reserva$19.99 bottle | $239.88 case“I think the 2010 Finca la Emperatriz Reserva could summarize what a textbook Rioja Reserva should be, combining the best of the traditional and modern styles... It has the spicy, smoky notes with bright red fruit hinting on blood oranges and signs of developing more complexity and nuances… Keep it up...”

- Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

93-Point Rioja Reserva – Only $19.99! “What a Textbook Rioja Reserva Should Be.” - RPWA

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2014 Mas d’en Compte Black Slate Porrera$18.99 bottle | $227.88 case“...The nose is beautiful, combining violets, a hint of beef blood, something ashy and an organic, soil note, developing a smoky bacon twist with time in the glass... Beautiful flowers appear with time and made me go back to the glass again and again...”


Take Advantage of this Mega Deal – 92 Points for Only $18.99!

2014 Suertes del Marques El Ciruelo$39.99 bottle | $479.88 case“...The nose is superb, really complex with aromas of freshly cracked peppercorns, violets and lilies, wet stones… This is subtle, elegant, a much more powerful wine than you might think at first sight. However, it has a mysterious and ethereal quality. Elegant, balanced, precise, fresh and complex. This is awesome!...”


“This is Awesome!” – 95 Points

2015 Matias i Torres Negramoll Tinto$17.95 bottle | $215.40 case“On the palate the wine is full-bodied, complex and impressively transparent, with a lovely core, fine focus and grip…beautifully balanced finish. This has a fine sense of elegance… Fine, fine juiceand an absolute steal in price! 2017-2035+.”

– John Gilman, A View from the Cellar

“An Absolute Steal in Price…”

2015 Casa Castillo El Molar$17.95 bottle | $215.40 case“...a very pale and delicate, perfumed and insinuating Garnacha... The wine is rich and aromatic, a little intoxicating, with aromas of dry flowers and a touch of aromatic herbs. The palate shows ultra fine tannins and very good balance...”


A Perfect Gift Idea for the Spanish Wine Lover!

2010 Sierra Cantabria Rioja Reserva$19.99 bottle | $239.88 case“…comes from their oldest vineyards and is 100% Tempranillo…hits the palate with loads of sweet, black cherry and blackcurrant fruit, spicy oak and finishes the medium-bodied, well-proportioned and long, opulent richness. This is a beauty to drink now and over the next decade.”

– Robert Parker

“A Beauty to Drink Now and Over the Next Decade.”

2008 Numanthia Toro $67.95 magnum (1.5L)“...It sports an inviting nose of pain grille, graphite, Asian spices, licorice, lavender, and blackberry. In the glass it reveals its voluptuous proportions, savory flavors, and outstanding volume... enjoy it from 2017 to 2028.”


From the Most Famous Producer in Toro – Offers Tremendous Bang for the Buck

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Champagne: Top-Flight Bubbly to Pop, Pour and EnjoyThe most wonderful time of year calls for enjoying the best Champagnes, and we have the greatest ones for your holiday celebrations and New Year’s festivities. More Champagnes are being added to our vast inventory daily, so please visit our website if you don’t see what you’re looking for.

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2006 Moet Chandon Dom Perignon$169 bottle | $2,028 case“…a beautifully balanced, harmonious Dom Perignon that strikes an incredibly appealing stylistic middle ground. Rich, voluptuous and creamy, the 2006 shows off fabulous intensity… Bass notes and a feeling of phenolic grip on the finish recall the 2003, as the Pinot Noir is particularly expressive today...”

- Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media

Dom Perignon is Arguably the Most Demanded and Recognized Champagne Name in the World

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Bollinger Special Cuvee$53.95 bottle | $647.40 case“A beautiful Champagne. Complex and elegant, evoking ginger, jasmine, citrus and honey aromas and flavors, accented by a biscuit and grain component coming as much from barrel fermentation as yeast aging. Very firmly structured and long...”

– Wine Spectator

The Who’s Who of ChampagneOnly $59.99 for the Sister Wine of the Champagne Legend, Salon, Which Sells for $300+ Per Bottle!

2007 Delamotte Blanc de Blancs$59.99 bottle | $719.88 case“…This has a wealth of lemon citrus, chalky notes, lemon pith, gentle white pepper and immense freshness - really striking. The palate's smoothly honed with a little glazed peach and lemon butter, plus grapefruit citrus too. The depth and drive is impressive. Long and dry...”

– James Suckling

2006 Pol Roger Brut$69.99 bottle | $839.88 case“...this is a creamy textured though pure and highly elegant, firmly structured, powerful and persistent Champagne; it has a noble and rested expression, as well as a long, noble finish. This is midnight Champagne for noble jazz clubs with fine piano music, or to be matched with noble cigars.”


The Always Classic Pol Roger

2006 Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs$149 bottle | $1,788 case“...There is plenty of citrus and floral driven intensity... It will be a fine investment for those looking for a wine to cellar to commemorate special occasions.”


High-Scoring Bubbly from a Top Vintage

(2013) Marie Courtin Resonance Extra Brut Champagne$42.95 bottle | $515.40 case“...wonderfully fleshy, open-knit and expressive. Creamy and ample the Resonance boasts impeccable balance in this vintage... The 2013 Resonance is one of the most impressive and complete young Champagnes I have tasted from proprietor Dominique Moreau.”


Dazzling Champagne for Only $42.95 – We Can’t Believe the Price!

R.H. Coutier Brut Rosé$39.99 bottle | $479.88 case“...The bouquet is bright and classy, wafting form the glass in a mix of cherries, a hint of pomegranate, beautifully complex soil tones, wheat toast and a nice topnote of rose petals. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied, crisp and focused…excellent length on the long and vinous finish. Fine juice... (Drink between 2014-2025)”

– John Gilman, A View from the Cellar

Amazing Rosé Champagne – Priced Right!

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Big Bottles: Make a Big Statement this HolidayBig bottles are more fun, and it’s the reason people love large formats! They always make a big statement at holiday parties, and we have an excellent selection of high-scoring magnum and double magnums from top producing regions.

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2013 Ulysses $895 double magnum (3L)“Subtle aromas of crushed berries and tile. Mushrooms. Almost dusty. Full to medium body, powdery tannins and mouthfeel. Bright acidity that gives the wine beautiful and enticing freshness. Gentle and ethereal red. The first vintage of the new wine from the owners of Dominus...Drink or hold.”

- James Suckling

“The 2013 Ulysses is Absolutely Mind-Boggling... A Napa Version of a First or Second Growth Pauillac...” - Robert Parker

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2005 Haut Carles $69.95 magnum (1.5L)“Proprietor Stephane Droulers consistently makes one of the finest wines of Fronsac. The 2005 Haut-Carles is a gorgeous wine with an inky purple color and a sweet nose of black raspberries and blueberries… Very impressive...”

– Robert Parker

“One of the Finest Wines of Fronsac” – A Sokolin Exclusive

2012 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco $54.99 magnum (1.5L)“...a beautifully ripe and generous expression that exudes dark layers of black fruit, smoke, leather, grilled herb and Teriyaki smoke... Produttori’s magic truly comes through the longer the wine ages...this wine is geared up for a prolonged cellar life.”


A Perfect Gift Idea for the Barbaresco Lover!

2013 Grattamacco Bolgheri Superiore Grattamacco $249 double magnum (3L) “The first word that comes to mind when describing this wine is seamless…offers a generous and forthcoming succession of dark fruit and spice-driven flavors that fit together like a long chain of pearls on a necklace…This is no doubt the best wine from Grattamacco tasted in the past decade.”


“The Best Wine from Grattamacco in the Past Decade.”

2013 Silver Oak Alexander Cabernet Sauvignon $155 magnum (1.5L) “This amazing Cabernet producer has a tremendous following and continues to turn out stunning wines…exhibits a multi-layered, fabulously rich, medium to full bodied wine, with a lavish consistency containing gobs of fruit…”


Amazing Vintage from a Well-Known Producer

2013 Paolo Scavino Barolo $79.99 magnum (1.5L)“Wow. Love the perfumes to this with plums, cherries and hints of flowers. Full body, chewy tannins, polish and precision. Relatively delicate finish...”

– James Suckling

Excellent Vintage, Excellent Producer, Excellent Wine

2013 Castello D’Ama Vigna L’Apparita $339 magnum (1.5L)“…real stunner. Deep, explosive and beautifully layered in the glass, the 2013 possesses stunning nuance… The translucence and total sense of elegance here are both truly remarkable. In short, this is a memorable edition for one of Tuscany’s very finest wines...Drink till 2033.”


“One of Tuscany’s Very Finest Wines…”

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Affordable Values: Perfectly Priced Gifts, Starting at Only $17.95These are the values you’ve been waiting for! All wines featured here are priced between $17.95 - $34.95 and offer a lot of bang for the buck. Act quickly as quantities are sure to disappear!

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2015 San Guido Guidalberto$37.95 bottle | $455.40 case“Fantastic fruit on the nose with currant, apricot and orange aromas that follow through to a full body. Extremely fine tannins and a bright finish…so much going on. Best ever…”

- James Suckling

Sassicaia’s Baby Brother for Only $37.95 – “Best Ever”

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2015 Les Hauts De Smith Blanc$29.95 bottle | $359.40 case

“Pure Sauvignon Blanc made from the young vines at Smith-Haut-Lafitte… The palate is well balanced, tensile with a keen thread of acidity: plenty of citrus lemon, lime and tinned apricot leading to a smooth and refined finish... What a gem of a white Pessac-Léognan - don’t overlook this.”


From a 100-Point Producer – Only $29.95 – An Incredible Bordeaux Blanc Value

2013 La Ca’ Nova Barbaresco Montestefano$34.95 bottle | $419.40 case

“The 2013 Barbaresco Montestefano is one of the more exotic wines I have tasted from La Ca’ Nova. The late harvest produced a super-ripe, concentrated Barbaresco built on serious density. Red cherry jam, pomegranate, menthol, leather, tobacco and licorice all develop beautifully in the glass...”


“La Ca’ Nova Remains One of the True Undiscovered Jewels of Barbaresco...” – Antonio Galloni

2011 Montanello Barolo$26.95 bottle | $323.40 case

“Alluring floral scents of violet, rose, and perfumed berry mingle with baking spice and sandalwood. The structured palate delivers layers of ripe black cherry, red berry, clove, cinnamon and licorice...”

– Wine Enthusiast

A Great Value Barolo that Offers a Lot of Wine for the Money

2012 Pepiere Muscadet Chateau-Thebaud Clos Des Morines$19.99 bottle | $239.88 case“An unusually, flatteringly ripe nose of pear, quince and bittersweet floral perfume…emerges on a satiny yet vivaciously juicy palate. The finish here combines grip with consummate refreshment...”

– David Schildknecht, Vinous Media

An Exciting, Game-Changing White Wine Value for Only $19.99

2013 Tenuta Arceno Il Fauno di Arcanum$29.99 bottle | $359.88 case“It’s hard not to be smitten with the 2013 Il Fauno di Arcanum…a rich and lasting Tuscan red that offers ample power and concentration. There are points of greenness here with crushed peppercorn and wild sage, backed by dark fruit aromas of plum and blackberry…”


Amazing Quality for Such a Low Price!

2012 Chateau Jolys Jurancon Cuvee Jean$17.95 half bottle

“This honeyed wine is so balanced and elegant. It combines ripe yellow fruits, wild honey and the most wonderful intense acidity that is the hallmark of Petit Manseng. It is a young wine, still bursting with freshness and sliced-apple crispness...”

– Wine Enthusiast

Perfect Dessert Wine to Enjoy Fireside this Holiday

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Sokolin Premier Gift ServiceWe make gift-giving easier than ever with our complimentary Premier Gift Service. Whether you’re looking to do personal or corporate gifting, our knowledgeable private wine consultants are happy to assist you.

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Complimentary Premier Gift ServiceDuring the holidays and year round, we make shopping for gifts easier than ever with our Premier Gift Service. We offer a vast selection of elegant gift sets at every price level for every type of wine lover.

You can• Choose from pre-selected gift sets or• Create custom gifts.

A wine consultant will arrange to send your gifts for you along with an elegant gift card with your personalized message. We’ll also include descriptions, scores and a photo of the wine bottle(s) enclosed. This way, your gift recipients can learn about the wonderful wines they have received from you without having to do any research themselves - a special touch indeed.

Additional gift sets are available for purchase at www.sokolin.com. To view our entire selection, please visit us online, or call 800.946.3947 to speak with a private wine consultant.

Tuscan Jewels Gift Set$39.95

Martina is a side project of the famed Villa Tua Rita, and this gift set represents some of the greatest Tuscan values we’ve seen at this price point! With total production normally less than 1,000 cases, it’s difficult to find this excellent wine on the market. The Wine Advocate had this to say about Tua Rita: His latest releases are nothing short of spectacular…” while Stephen Tanzer said that Martina “…offers a lot of wine for the money.” This is one of our most affordable gift sets and is a great choice for the Italian wine lover.

Contents:2010 Martina IGT (Tua Rita Bottled) – 1 bottle – 92+ SP2011 Martina IGT (Tua Rita Bottled) – 1 bottle – 93+ SP


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Around the World Gift Set$95

Every holiday, our Around the World Gift Set is one of our best-sellers. If you’re interested in providing a terrific tasting experience to the wine lover on your shopping list, this six-bottle pack is spot on! It combines three red and three white wines and offers wine lovers the chance to enjoy different styles of wines from six distinctly different regions.

Contents:2015 Karine Lauverjat Sancerre (Loire) – 1 bottle – 91+ JG2014 Daniel Brusset Cairanne les Travers Blanc (Rhone) – 1 bottle – 92 SP2015 Jurtschitsch Gruner Veltliner Stein (Austria) – 1 bottle – 91 VM2010 La Cueva Garnacha Old Vines (Spain) – 1 bottle – 90 JS2013 Viticcio Chianti Classico (Tuscany) – 1 bottle - 91 VM2015 Errazuriz Max Pinot Noir Reserva (Chile) – 1 bottle - 93 JS

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Blue Chip Bordeaux Gift Set$245

It is well known that Bordeaux produces some of the greatest wines in the world, and this gift set offers nothing but the best! 2003 is one of the greatest and most under-priced vintages that drinks now, and 2009 is said to be historic and epic. Both wines in this set are from first-rate producers that will leave any gift recipient smiling.

Contents:2003 Leoville Poyferre – 1 bottle – 96 RP2009 Grand Puy Lacoste – 1 bottle – 95 RP

The Ultimate Champagne Gift Set$299

We offer the best Champagnes money can buy, and if you’re looking to impress a Champagne lover, this stunning gift set is the answer! Cristal and Taittinger are true legends that offer pedigree galore and are two of the most well recognized names of the region. These bubblies have huge scores and are cellar trophies that will age gracefully.

Contents:2007 Louis Roederer Cristal – 1 bottle – 97+ VM2006 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne – 1 bottle – 97+ VM



Premium 2012 Brunello Gift Set$149

2012 is a dream vintage for Brunello! James Suckling stated, “Fans of Brunello di Montalcino are in for a real treat with the 2012 vintage,” and we couldn’t agree more! This 2-botttle gift set combines it all: high scores, top-notch producers and an A+ vintage. These are striking selections that are sure to impress any wine lover.

Contents:2012 Casanova di Neri Brunello Tenuta Nuova – 1 bottle – 96 RP2012 Siro Pacenti Brunello Di Montalcino Vecchie Vigne – 1 bottle – 95 JS

Captivating Piedmont Gift Set$145

This is the vintage we’ve been waiting for – the best in years! Wine critic, Antonio Galloni, said that “there are a number of thrilling, utterly captivating wines that speak to the pedigree and class that are signatures of the best Barolo vintages... Overall, the 2013s are Barolos that speak to finesse above all else.” This premier gift set features two high-scoring wines that over-deliver and come highly recommended by our expert team of professional wine consultants.

Contents:2013 Azelia Barolo Margheria – 1 bottle – 95 VM2013 Elio Grasso Barolo Ginestra Casa Mate – 1 bottle – 96 VM

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Napa Cabernet Value Gift Set$53.95

Over the past decade, Waterstone Winery has built a reputation for its top quality Napa Valley Cabernets, and the most recent vintages from 2012 and 2013 are outstanding. Part of what makes Waterstone so special is that its wines taste like Cali-Cult wines without the hefty price tag. Waterstone has been a long-standing customer favorite and offers wine lovers a chance to experience maybe the best bang for the buck in Napa!

Contents:2012 Waterstone Cabernet Sauvignon – 1 bottle – 92 WS2013 Waterstone Cabernet Sauvignon – 1 bottle – 92 JG

Liquid Gold Gift Set$95

Give the gift of liquid gold this season! Our expert team has sought out some of the most delicious and affordable California Chardonnays available on the market. This gift set includes three high-scoring, stylish wines that come from excellent producers. Perfect for the Chardonnay lover on your shopping list.

Contents:2015 Paul Hobbs CrossBarn Chardonnay Sonoma Coast – 1 bottle – 91 RP2013 Domaine Eden Chardonnay Santa Cruz Mtn – 1 bottle – 93 VM2014 Chanin Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard – 1 bottle – 95 VM



Chablis Revolution Gift Set$75

In the past ten years, Chablis has become the staple white wine in so many collections - probably because of the qualitative revolution that occurred without the usual price hikes. It’s one of the most under-priced meet over-delivering white wine regions on the planet, and this gift set features three stunning wines from the superb 2014 vintage. These wines are from fantastic producers and are already drinking great, yet built to last.

Contents:2014 Etienne Boileau Chablis Montee de Tonnerre – 1 bottle – 91 WE2014 La Chablisienne Chablis Mont De Millieu – 1 bottle – 93 BH2014 Denis Race Chablis Vaillons – 1 bottle – 91 VM

The French Impress for Less Gift Set$48.95

Our procurement team searches high and low to locate high quality wines at every price level. If you’re searching for value, this three bottle gift set is the answer. It brings together terrific wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy and Rhone that show very well and are mind-blowing for the price.

Contents:2015 Les Charmes Godard Bordeaux Blanc – 1 bottle – 91 VM2014 Domaine Terres Dorees Jean Paul Brun Bourgogne Pinot Noir – 1 bottle – 90 VM2015 Pesquie Cotes de Ventoux Terrasses – 1 bottle – 92 RP

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1999 DRC Assortment Case of 12 bottles$55,000 case

1 bottle of 1999 DRC Romanee Conti3 bottles of 1999 DRC La Tache2 bottles of 1999 DRC Richebourg2 bottles of 1999 DRC St Vivant2 bottles of 1999 DRC Grands Echezeaux2 bottles of 1999 DRC Echezeaux

We are proud to offer one of the most rare, sought-after, collectible cases of wine on earth. The 1999 DRC Assortment Case includes some of the greatest red Burgundies produced from this historic vintage. Going through each review of the six different wines in this case, it was astounding to read the extremely tough critic, Allen Meadows, gush over each wine, basically stating they’re the best of breed. This case has been professionally stored with us for years and is pristine. The wines will continue to drink for decades, and some for up to 50 more years. There are few words to describe these wines. Here’s what the critics say…

“…1999s are prodigious. They are as glorious as red Burgundy can be, and represent tremendous triumphs for the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti.” – Robert Parker

“Words remain inadequate to describe just how good this wine is.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound.com on ‘99 La Tache

“When God invented grapes I doubt He imagined such a wine could be possible.” - Neil Martin on the 100-Point, 1999 DRC La Tache

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