Tasting Saturday:
NV Mumm Cuvee M, Napa Valley, California (Jeremy)
This dry sparkling from Napa was rated 91pts by Wine Enthusiast, “An unusual blend of 48% Chardonnay, 43% Pinot Noir, 6% Pinot Gris and 3% Pinot Meunier, this is pale sunflower-yellow, with a thick mousse and well-developed layers of orange blossom, lemon and pear.” Try this with spicy Thai food, shrimp cocktail, or cheesecake!
Regularly: $26.99
Mills Club: $24.29
Case Price: $21.59
2013 Essay Chenin Blanc, Paarl, South Africa (Tim)
Chenin Blanc is typically grown in the Loire Valley of France, where the wine is known as Vouvray, and can range from dry to semi sweet. The Essay is dry, and medium bodied with a great floral nose. Guava and melon notes accompany a refreshing acidity. This wine is great with oysters and sushi, or Indian curry based dishes.
Regular Price: $10.99
Mills Club: $9.89
Case Price: $8.79
2013 Leyda Sauvignon Blanc, Leyda Valley, Chile (Ryan)
Try this super value, rated 89pts and #16 on Wine Enthusiast’s “Top 100 Values List” of 2014, “Tropical more than green and pungent, this fragrant wine offers powdery, sweet notes and stronger coastal ones. It’s lean and angular in feel, with oceanic flavors of nettle, tangerine, and lemon. A light green flavor and a chalky feel make up the finish.”
Regular Price: $11.99
Mills Club: $10.79
Case Price: $9.59
2011 Tommasi Poggio Al Tuffo Cabernet Sauvignon, Tuscany, Italy (Mike)
Rated 91pts Wine Spectator, “Fragrant, with intense aromas and flavors or black currant, cherry, and licorice, augmented by spice. Supple and balanced, delivering vibrant acidity and well-integrated tannins on the long finish. Pair with pasta with red meat sauces or with aged cheeses.
Regular Price: $17.99
Mills Club: $16.19
Case Price: $14.39
2012 Bastide Miraflors Syrah and Old Vines Grenache, Languedoc-Roussillon, France (Jen & Jerry)
A 70% Grenache, 30% Syrah blend from the exciting winemaker Jean-Marc Lafage, rated 91pts Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, “Notes of violets, forest floor, black cherry jam and blackberries make an appearance in this medium-bodied, high-toned, dense, rich, complex, well-delineated red wine.” Versatile with food, try with anything from roast chicken to grilled lamb chops!
Regular Price: $17.99
Mills Club: $16.19
Case Price: $14.39
Grand Veneur Cotes du Rhone “Les Champauvins” 2012, Rhone, France (Ryan)
A standout by one of our favorite Rhone producers, Alaine Jaume , this wine drinks more like a “baby Chateauneuf” than a Cotes du Rhone. Full-bodied, dense with a heady bouquet of ground peppers, raspberries, cherry liqueur, currants and spice box, Rated 90pts Wine Advocate, this would pair well with beef stew or lamb.
Regular Price: $19.99
Mills Club: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Tasting Sunday:
Las Perdices Pinot Noir Reserva 2011, Argentina (Pat)
This is a lovely wine that does not necessarily need food accompaniment! The bouquet has ripe red fruits and a hint of earth, and the flavor has red raspberries with a touch of baking spice and graphite.
Regular Price: $19.99
Mills Club: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Andes Crossing 2011 Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina (Tim)
This is a smooth, easy drinking Malbec with notes of blackberries, coffee bean, tobacco leafy and earthiness. Try with rice and beans or barbecued meat.
Regular Price: $10.00
Mills Club: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
Warre’s White Port, Portugal (Mike)
Try this delicious take on Port wine from the Symington Family- White Port! The fermentation takes place without the grape skins, and forms a more delicate style of Port. It makes a refreshing aperitif- it can be serve chilled or even mixed with tonic or soda, ice and a slice of lemon.
Regularly: $16.99
Mills Club: $15.29
Case Price: $13.59
2013 Aigner Gruner Veltliner Sandgrube, Kremstal, Austria (Pat)
Gruner Veltliner is a dry white wine that grows in Austria, and is similar to Sauvignon Blanc in flavor. The name translates to “Green Wine of Veltlin”. Veltlin was an are in the lower Alps during the 1600’s that is now part of Valtellina, Italy. Expect lime, lemon and grapefruit flavors with a burst of acidity. Pair with challenging vegetables such as artichoke or asparagus, as well as spicy dishes, or soft cheeses like cow or goat milk based cheeses.
Regular Price: $15.99
Mills Club: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
Alonso del Yerro 2009, Ribera del Duero, Spain (Jen & Jerry)
This is a beautifully elegant yet powerful Tempranillo featuring fresh fruit, spices and licorice, silky tannins and a long finish. This wine was rated 92-95pts from a barrel sample by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Frost Bitten 2013 Ice Riesling, Yakima Valley, Washington (Ingrid)
This is a deliciously sweet dessert wine from the heart of Columbia Valley- and affordable! Rated 90pts Wine Enthusiast with a “Best Buy” nod, “Made cryogenically, this sweet late harvest-style wine-which clocks in at 165g/L residual sugar-delivers a lot of decadent flavor. Honey and tea-unctuous and peachy-coat the tongue while remaining on the right side of cloying. Streaks of vanilla and butter cookie come into play as well.”
Regular Price: $12.99
Mills Club: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39
Tasting Sunday:
Las Perdices Pinot Noir Reserva 2011, Argentina (Pat)
This is a lovely wine that does not necessarily need food accompaniment! The bouquet has ripe red fruits and a hint of earth, and the flavor has red raspberries with a touch of baking spice and graphite.
Regular Price: $19.99
Mills Club: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Andes Crossing 2011 Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina (Tim)
This is a smooth, easy drinking Malbec with notes of blackberries, coffee bean, tobacco leafy and earthiness. Try with rice and beans or barbecued meat.
Regular Price: $10.00
Mills Club: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
Warre’s White Port, Portugal (Mike)
Try this delicious take on Port wine from the Symington Family- White Port! The fermentation takes place without the grape skins, and forms a more delicate style of Port. It makes a refreshing aperitif- it can be serve chilled or even mixed with tonic or soda, ice and a slice of lemon.
Regularly: $16.99
Mills Club: $15.29
Case Price: $13.59
2013 Aigner Gruner Veltliner Sandgrube, Kremstal, Austria (Pat)
Gruner Veltliner is a dry white wine that grows in Austria, and is similar to Sauvignon Blanc in flavor. The name translates to “Green Wine of Veltlin”. Veltlin was an are in the lower Alps during the 1600’s that is now part of Valtellina, Italy. Expect lime, lemon and grapefruit flavors with a burst of acidity. Pair with challenging vegetables such as artichoke or asparagus, as well as spicy dishes, or soft cheeses like cow or goat milk based cheeses.
Regular Price: $15.99
Mills Club: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
Alonso del Yerro 2009, Ribera del Duero, Spain (Jen & Jerry)
This is a beautifully elegant yet powerful Tempranillo featuring fresh fruit, spices and licorice, silky tannins and a long finish. This wine was rated 92-95pts from a barrel sample by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Frost Bitten 2013 Ice Riesling, Yakima Valley, Washington (Ingrid)
This is a deliciously sweet dessert wine from the heart of Columbia Valley- and affordable! Rated 90pts Wine Enthusiast with a “Best Buy” nod, “Made cryogenically, this sweet late harvest-style wine-which clocks in at 165g/L residual sugar-delivers a lot of decadent flavor. Honey and tea-unctuous and peachy-coat the tongue while remaining on the right side of cloying. Streaks of vanilla and butter cookie come into play as well.”
Regular Price: $12.99
Mills Club: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39
Enjoy wines from Southern Italy, including a white Inzolia, and three reds: a Syrah, a red blend of Frappato and Nero d’Avola, and the superstar is a splendid 92pt rated Aglianico! Save 10% if you choose to purchase the wines being tasted. This is a complimentary tasting, no reservations required.
Try a diverse range of wines from California. This is a complimentary tasting, no reservations required.
Try our favorite wines for February, carefully selected to present great value and to pair with seasonally appropriate foods! No reservations required, this is a complimentary tasting.
Tasting Saturday:
2013 Domaine Bellevue Touraine Sauvignon Blanc, Loire Valley, France(Tim)
100% Sauvignon Blanc, this is intense and complex with aromas of mandarin orange, passion fruit and ripe pineapple, the taste delicate, lean and savory. Try with mussels or fish!
Regularly: $12.99
Mills Club: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39
2013 Byron Chardonnay, Santa Barbara County, California(Mike)
A Burgundian style Chardonnay, lush with notes of citrus, honey and stone fruit with hints of minerality. Byron is an environmentally sensitive winery, using gravity rather than pumps through the winemaking process. A new arrival at Mills!
Regular Price: $15.99
Mills Club: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
2012 Milbrandt Merlot, Washington State (Pat)
From the Columbia Valley, this Merlot also has 8% Malbec and 3% Petit Verdot blended in. This is a round, rich style with aromas and flavors of blackberry, plum and a touch or mocha/espresso. Juicy and ripe and delicious.
Regular Price: $18.99
Mills Club: $17.09
Case Price: $15.19
2012 Uwe Schiefer Blaufrankisch, Austria (Jen & Jerry)
If you are a fan of full bodied Pinot Noir or Syrah or well structured Barbera, consider giving Blaufrankisch a try! This wonderful Austrian red (known as Lemberger in Germany) is a beautiful food wine! Try with cheeseburgers!
Regular Price: $16.99
Mills Club: $15.29
Case Price: $13.59
2011 Lanzac Clos de l’Hermitage Cotes du Rhone, Rhone, France (Mike)
Henri de Lanzac is the proprietor of Segries. This is equal parts Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre, rated 90pts by Robert Parker, “beautifully powerful, rich and full.” A new offering for Mills, we were delighted by the concentration and richness of this Cotes du Rhone “plus”.
Regular Price: $29.99
Mills Club: $26.99
Case Price: $23.99
2012 Orin Swift “D66” Red Blend, Rhone, France (Jen & Jerry)
If you are looking for a “WOW” wine, look no further. Napa winemaking master Orin Swift stuns with this Southwest France proprietary red blend. Expect saturated cherry, berry and mocha aromas and flavors, layered with toasty oak spice. This is a wine that would make a hearty meal sing! Try with braised short ribs or roasted meat dishes.
Regular Price: $39.99
Mills Club: $35.99
Case Price: $31.99
Tasting Sunday:
2014 Haut Marin Cuvee Marine, France(Pat)
This is a lovely wine that does not necessarily need food accompaniment! The bouquet has ripe red fruits and a hint of earth, and the flavor has red raspberries with a touch of baking spice and graphite.
Regular Price: $11.99
Mills Club: $10.79
Case Price: $9.59
2013 Chateau Recougne Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux, France (Ryan)
A lovely white Bordeaux at a very affordable price! 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Semillon. Enjoy fresh grapefruit and green apple on the nose and dry fresh clean fruit on the palate. Try as an aperitif of paired with seafood or chicken dishes.
Regular Price: $14.99
Mills Club: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
2013 Pascual Toso Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina (Tim)
Try this medium bodied, extremely smooth Malbec with raspberry/strawberry notes accompanied by woodsy spice, smoke, and espresso notes.
Regular Price: $15.99
Mills Club: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
2011 Clos la Coutale, Cahors, France (Jeremy)
Cahors was a center of commerce during the Middle Ages in southwest France, and is now a charming village, known as the birthplace of Cot, more commonly known as Malbec. The Bernede family that produces this wine is a part of the winemaking tradition of this village. This wine is 80% Malbec and 20% Merlot, and displays a fine balance of elegant rusticity and everyday drinkability. This has been historically paired with Cassoulet, but if you don’t have the time to make Cassoulet, pair with pork sausage dishes or game meats.
Regular Price: $17.99
Mills Club: $16.19
Case Price: $14.39
2012 Finca Villacreces “Pruno”, Ribera del Duero, Spain (Ryan)
Looking for a full bodied red to pair with a juicy steak or some wonderful aged cheeses? This opulent blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon come from vineyards adjacent to the famous Vega Sicilia-this vintage earned a whopping 93pts by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, “notes of high-class, unsmoked cigar tobacco, crème de cassis, licorice, graphite and spice box. Full-bodied, deep, velvety textured, lush and heady.” This is a sensational bargain and a must-try!
Regularly: $24.99
Mills Club: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
2012 Sweet Smaak Sunset Moscato, South Africa (Ingrid)
“Smaak” means taste in Afrikaans. Try this lightly sweet pink Moscato as an Aperitif or paired with some dessert-perfect to share with a loved one in February! Lovely aromas and flavors of passion fruit, melon and peach with a crisp and refreshing finish are sure to delight!
Regular Price: $10.00
Mills Club: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
Try our favorite wines for February, carefully selected to present great value and to pair with seasonally appropriate foods! No reservations required, this is a complimentary tasting.
Tasting Sunday:
2014 Haut Marin Cuvee Marine, France(Pat)
This is a lovely wine that does not necessarily need food accompaniment! The bouquet has ripe red fruits and a hint of earth, and the flavor has red raspberries with a touch of baking spice and graphite.
Regular Price: $11.99
Mills Club: $10.79
Case Price: $9.59
2013 Chateau Recougne Sauvignon Blanc, Bordeaux, France (Ryan)
A lovely white Bordeaux at a very affordable price! 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Semillon. Enjoy fresh grapefruit and green apple on the nose and dry fresh clean fruit on the palate. Try as an aperitif of paired with seafood or chicken dishes.
Regular Price: $14.99
Mills Club: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
2013 Pascual Toso Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina (Tim)
Try this medium bodied, extremely smooth Malbec with raspberry/strawberry notes accompanied by woodsy spice, smoke, and espresso notes.
Regular Price: $15.99
Mills Club: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
2011 Clos la Coutale, Cahors, France (Jeremy)
Cahors was a center of commerce during the Middle Ages in southwest France, and is now a charming village, known as the birthplace of Cot, more commonly known as Malbec. The Bernede family that produces this wine is a part of the winemaking tradition of this village. This wine is 80% Malbec and 20% Merlot, and displays a fine balance of elegant rusticity and everyday drinkability. This has been historically paired with Cassoulet, but if you don’t have the time to make Cassoulet, pair with pork sausage dishes or game meats.
Regular Price: $17.99
Mills Club: $16.19
Case Price: $14.39
2012 Finca Villacreces “Pruno”, Ribera del Duero, Spain (Ryan)
Looking for a full bodied red to pair with a juicy steak or some wonderful aged cheeses? This opulent blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon come from vineyards adjacent to the famous Vega Sicilia-this vintage earned a whopping 93pts by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, “notes of high-class, unsmoked cigar tobacco, crème de cassis, licorice, graphite and spice box. Full-bodied, deep, velvety textured, lush and heady.” This is a sensational bargain and a must-try!
Regularly: $24.99
Mills Club: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
2012 Sweet Smaak Sunset Moscato, South Africa (Ingrid)
“Smaak” means taste in Afrikaans. Try this lightly sweet pink Moscato as an Aperitif or paired with some dessert-perfect to share with a loved one in February! Lovely aromas and flavors of passion fruit, melon and peach with a crisp and refreshing finish are sure to delight!
Regular Price: $10.00
Mills Club: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
Sample lovely Rose Champagne by Veuve Clicquot, a highly rated Rose sparkling by Roederer Estate, and an Italian Prosecco by Villa Jolanda in an adorable “love” bottle. Additionally we will be sampling the Menage a Trois “Midnight”, a red blend that is sure to warm you on these cold winter’s nights! Save 10% on any purchases, or put together a mixed case for 20% off. The Veuve Rose comes in a beautifully wrapped box-the perfect grab and go gift! This is a complimentary tasting, no reservations required.
Mills Huge SemiAnnual Sale will be held from February 16-22. This wine tasting on February 21 will give you the opportunity to taste some of the wines for sale at wholesale cost. Drink delicious wine and save big! No reservations required, this is a complimentary tasting.
Try some fabulous Argentinian wines, including a Torrontes, a Pinot Noir, a Red Blend, and our new star Malbec by Chakana which garnered 92pts by Wine Spectator. Save 10% on any single bottle purchases, or put a mixed case together for 20% off. No reservations required, this is a complimentary tasting.
Wander in to Mills and sample our top picks for the month of March! Save 10% on purchases or put together a mixed case for 20% savings! No reservations required, this is a complimentary tasting. Half of the wines will be tasted on Saturday, and the other half on Sunday as indicated:
SATURDAY Tasting
Chateau de Maligny 2011 Chablis Premier Cru Fourchaume, France (Pat)
Critically acclaimed winemaker Jean Durup reaasembled the vinevards of Chateau de Maligny, an estate managed during the last century by his great grandfather Paul Gally. This characteristically minerally Chardonnay from the highly respected Fourchaume vineards shouts out for food accompaniment! A must try with oysters or white fish, or with hard cheeses, this wine is rich, supple with nicely bracing acidity and hints of green apple, lemon, honey and butter.
Reg. Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Wente 2013 Morning Fog Chardonnay, Livermore Valley, California (Ryan)
Named for the morning coastal fog that is pushed from San Francisco into Livermore Valley, which produces the perfect climate to nurture Chardonnay, this wine displays green apple and tropical fruits, balanced by subtle oak, cinnamon and vanilla from the barrel aging. Try with crab cakes!
Reg. Price: $14.99
Mills Club Price: $13.49
Case Price: $11.99
Kilikanoon “Killerman’s Run” 2010 Shiraz/Grenache Blend, South Australia (Pat)
Try this delicious full-bodied red blend with dark fruit, licorice and black olive on the nose, gentle tannins, earthiness and French oak spice on the palate. Subtle toast and vanilla notes thread throughout. Enjoy a long, persistent finish. Rated 90pts Wine Enthusiast. Try this versatile food wine with roasted or spice rubbed chicken or beef, lamb or game birds.
Reg. Price: $22.99
Mills Club Price: $20.69
Case Price: $18.39
Rioja Vega 2013, Rioja, Spain (Tim)
The 2012 vintage of this ridiculous value was rated a “Smart Buy” by Wine Spectator. The 2013 recent arrival is not yet rated but is a deeply satisfying, medium-bodied red with good fruit; succulent with cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors and a touch of spice. This round, easy drinking red will pair well with lamb stew, Manchego cheese, roasted pork or sautéed vegetables.
Reg. Price: $10.00
Mills Club Price: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
Domaine Les Aphillanthes Rouge Carmin 2013 Cotes du Rhone, France (Jeremy)
Daniell and Helene Boulle are fourth generation grape producers that turned to making their own wine in 1999. Try this delicious medium-bodied red with dark fruit and licorice flavors with roasted chicken, hamburgers, or grilled root vegetables- imported by Weygandt-Metzler.
Reg. Price: $17.99
Mills Club Price: $16.19
Case Price: $14.39
Michael David’s “Earthquake” 2012 Zinfandel, Sierra Foothills, California
A super rich Zinfandel rated 93pts by Wine Enthusiast. Peppery and spicy with plenty of cherry and raspberry fruit, intertwined with dusty, loamy soil. Very full-bodied but still balanced and not overly oaked. Try with barbecue or a steak.
Reg. Price: $34.99
Special Sale Price: $27.99
SUNDAY Tasting
El Coto 2013 Rioja Blanco, Spain (Mike)
If you enjoy Sauvignon Blanc but are looking for something new to try, explore white Rioja! The El Coto is very aromatic and well-balanced, refreshing and tart with notes of flowers and herbs. The pleasant acidity makes it pair well with fried foods or dishes with creamy sauces.
Reg. Price: $11.99
Mills Club Price: $10.79
Case Price: $9.59
Clayhouse 2012 Adobe White Blend, Paso Robles, California (Tim)
36% Viognier, 34% Grenache Blanc, 24% Sauvignon Blanc and 6% Princess, fermented in stainless steel produces a crisp, dry white with aromas and flavors of orange blossoms, mandarin zest, jasmine, sweet fennel and honey and hints of fresh ground nutmeg spice. Firm acidity backs up a rich and balanced mouth-feel. Try with Southeast Asian or Caribbean fare.
Reg. Price: $15.99
Mills Club Price: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
Bastgen 2012 Kestener Paulinshofberg Riesling Spatlese, Mosel, Germany (Ingrid)
This Riesling displays beautiful peach aromas on the nose, rich and ripe fruits on the mouth with refreshing acidity and honey notes. This is a great pairing with spicy foods.
Reg. Price: $25.99
Mills Club Price: $23.39
Case Price: $20.79
Quinta de Cabriz 2010 Colheita Seleccionada, Dao, Portugal (Jen & Jerry)
A blend of Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro and Tinta Roriz, aged 6 months in French oak, this wine boasts a heady aroma with great fruit and mineral notes. Medium bodied with polished tannins, enjoy this with a traditional Portuguese dish such as suckling pig, braised pork, or grilled beef kabobs.
Reg. Price: $10.99
Mills Club Price: $9.89
Case Price: $8.79
Chateau Recougne 2010 Bordeaux Superieur, Bordeaux, France (Mike)
Robert Parker at one time called Recougne the finest Bordeaux Superieur-this is an estate that has produced wine for over 400 years! The estate is classified under the Fronsac appellation. This particular full-bodied blend is composed of 77% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc, and 9% Cabernet Sauvignon, is smoothly textured with a long finish, tasting of plum cassis, caramel and spicy oak. Drink with braised or roasted beef or roasted lamb.
Reg. Price: $16.99
Mills Club Price: $15.29
Case Price: $13.59
Riofavara Eloro 2011 Nero D’avola Spaccaforno, Sicily, Italy (Jen & Jerry)
“Spaccaforno” is the former name of the commune of Ispica, where the estate is located in Sicily. The Padova family has cultivated grapes here for nearly a century, but only started bottling their own wine in 1993. This is the first Sicilian producer to be represented by Kermit Lynch, which is reflective of their meticulous organic wine making techniques. This is a vivacious Nero D’Avola, with minerality drawn from the area’s rocky limestone and marl terrain, hand harvested and unfiltered-6 months in French oak yield a dry, fresh soft balanced ruby red wine with dried fruit aromas. Drink this full-bodied red with meat balls or swordfish.
Reg. Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99