Taste our new favorite wines revealed for the month of July, we’ll taste 6 on Saturday and the other 6 on Sunday, a wide variety of wines that we feel present great value for the price and pair well with seasonally available foods. Save 10% on any purchases or put together a mix-or-match case for a 20% discount at this complimentary tasting.

WINES TO TASTE SATURDAY 2-6pm

Principe Pallavicini 2017 Poggio Verde Frascati Superiore, DOCG, Lazio, Italy (Pat)

This Italian white wine bears a resemblance to Sauvignon Blanc, but is actually a blend of 50% Malvasia di Candia, 20% Malvasia del Lazio, and 20% Greco and Grechetto and 10% Trebbiano Toscano grown outside of Rome. A nose of blossoms and tropical fruit gives way to flavors of citrus, gooseberry and saline. Crisp, clean acidity makes this suitable to drink with shellfish, pork or chicken pairings.

Regular Price: $22.99

Mills Club Price: $20.69
Case Price: $18.39

 

Cave de Lugny 2017 Macon Villages La Cote Blanche, Burgundy, France (Jen & Jerry)

Always on the hunt for affordable white Burgundy, we recently hit the jackpot with this version, which displays pretty lively apple and pear fruit notes but still provides texture, verve and a hint of minerality. This Chardonnay sees no oak, making it extremely food-versatile.

Regular Price: $12.99

Mills Club Price: $11.69

Case Price $10.39

 

Heinz Eifel 2017 Riesling Kabinett, Mosel, Germany (Andres)

Finally back in stock, this perennial “Best Buy” Riesling explodes with pink grapefruit and passion fruit flavors. A juicy wine that is easily quaffable, it provides sweetness balanced by acidity. This wine should be served well-chilled with sushi or spicy Thai food.

Regular Price: $14.99

Mills Club Price: $13.49
Case Price: $11.99           

 

Familia Carvalho-Martins 2017 Golpe Rose, Douro, Portugal (Tim)

Founded by August Carvalho in the early 1900s, now the fourth generation of the Carvalho-Martins winemaking family is at the helm, residing in the town of Meda within the Douro. This bone dry (no residual sugar) yet delightfully refreshing rose is made from 95% Touriga Nacional and 5% Tinto Cao, and is a fun alternative to the Provence roses.

Regular Price: $19.99

Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99           

 

 

Patton Valley 2016 Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon (Jen & Jerry)

Take home this excellent medium-bodied Willamette Pinot Noir with loads of red fruits like Rainier cherry, strawberry and goji berry, plus spice notes. Aged for 11 months in 20% new French oak barrels and 80% neutral French oak barrels. Patton Valley is a LIVE certified sustainable winery. Try with lamb burgers or grilled salmon and vegetables.

Regular Price: $24.99

Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99

 

Alfredo Roca 2016 Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina (Jess)

The Roca family has been making wine in the southernmost province of Mendoza for four generations, and at 2600 ft above sea level, the climate is decidedly cool. Cherry and plum aromas are accompanied by flavors of cassis, spice and oak and a touch of mint and herb. A lush, powerful finish makes this a great pairing with grilled steaks, hamburgers or ribs.

Regular Price: $13.99

Mills Club Price: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19

 

WINES TASTED SUNDAY 1-4pm

Chandon Limited Edition Rose Sparkling, California (Andrew)

Intense ripe strawberry, juicy watermelon, and fresh red cherry fruit aromas and flavors delight in this dry California Sparkling wine made in the Champagne method. The cheerful summer bottle wrap makes it an excellent gift!

Regular Price: $24.99

Sale Price: $19.99

 

Colosi 2017 Grillo, Sicily, Italy (Geoff)

A simple crisp Sicilian white wine such as this Grillo can be the ideal pairing for fish, seafood, and more delicate cheeses. Third generation winemaker Pietro Colosi works with his father (also named Pietro) out of their cellar in the village of Messina. Aromas of jasmine and honeysuckle are followed by flavors of green apple, peach, apricot and the influence of the saline sea; mineral and crushed oyster shells. Bright, palate-cleansing acidity matches citrus-based sauces or cuts through cream-based dishes as well.

Regular Price: $12.99

Mills Club Price: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39

 

Noble Vines “242” 2017 Sauvignon Blanc, Monterey, California (Aron)

Named “242” for the vineyard Block 242 in the San Bernabe AVA of Monterey, this is a zippy, bright Sauvignon Blanc displaying ripe apple, nectarine and wet stone notes. This would make for a very refreshing aperitif, or would be a sure pairing alongside salads with vinaigrette dressings or shrimp with cocktail sauce, and is the right price to serve at a barbecue or party without busting your budget!

Regular Price: $10.00

Mills Club Price: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00

 

Walter Hansel 2015 Meadows Vineyard, Russian River Valley, California (Jess)

Walter Hansel makes some of our favorite Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, but their Chardonnay is definitely worth a look as well. This Chardonnay was bottled unfined and unfiltered from hand harvested, dry farmed grapes grown in the Meadows Vineyard, in the northernmost portion of the Hansel estate alongside Santa Rosa Creek. Aged for 10 months in 40% new French oak. This wine achieved a barrel sample score range from Robert Parker of (91-94pts), “this Chardonnay offers up concentrated notes of honeysuckle, baked apple pie, cinnamon and plenty of spice in a medium-to-full, refreshing zesty style.” Drink 2016-2021. This is an excellent value for a beautifully made Chardonnay.

Regular Price: $34.99

Mills Club Price: $31.49
Case Price: $27.99

 

Dominio Basconcillos 2016 Vina Magna Ribera del Duero, Spain (Tim)

Consider opting for this 100% Tempranillo from the northwest corner of Ribera del Duero, where the windy climate and hilly landscape provides cool respite from the hot valley below. Farmed entirely organically and biodynamically, this wine spends 6 months in barrique (60% French and 40% American) and exudes lush blackberry fruit and sage with easy tannins and present but moderate oak. Excellent pairing choice with grilled or braised meats.

Regular Price: $19.99

Mills Club Price: $17.99

Case Price: $15.99

 

Cousino Macul 2012 Finis Terrae, Maipo Valley, Chile (Pat)

This left bank Bordeaux-styled red blend is perfect to drink now, a full-bodied blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot displaying black currant, black cherry and clove notes. Spending 14 months in French oak followed by an additional 1-2 years of bottle age before release makes for a beautifully smooth texture with an underlying power, grip and concentration. Rated 92pts James Suckling. Try with grilled steaks, lamb or pasta with spicy sausage.

Regular Price $26.99

Mills Club Price: $24.29
Case Price: $21.59