Explore Australian wines!
Taste some of our deeply discounted wines available during our semi-annual sale!
Sample six of our current favorite wines, or “staff picks” at Mills, all selected to represent good value for the price and to pair well with seasonably available dishes. Save 10% if you choose to purchase any of the wines, or put together a mixed or matched case for 20% off. This is a complimentary tasting!
WINES TO TASTE SATURDAY 2-6pm
Tetramythos Retsina, Greece (Andrew)
Most wine lovers recoil with fear at the mention of “Retsina”, but this version is a lovely exception. Retsina has a 2000 year history in Greece, where Greeks used pine resin to prevent oxidation and preserve their wine in their amphora before glass bottles were invented, resulting in an often distasteful piney aroma and flavor in the wine. This organic Retsina shows restraint with the pine resin, instead displaying pear, beeswax and honey fruit and a tangy, dry finish. Try with salads or light seafood preparations.
Regular Price: $10.99
Mills Club Price: $9.89
Case Price: $8.79
Domaine Pellè Menetou-Salon, Loire Valley, France (Geoffrey)
Fans of Sancerre will love this Sauvignon Blanc from neighboring Menetou-Salon, with kimmeridgian dominated soils showing through in the minerally notes. Featuring citrus, bright acidity and a backbone of mineral and saline, this is excellent with a variety of cheeses, shellfish, or seafood. Organically farmed.
Regular Price: $27.99
Mills Club Price: $25.19
Case Price: $22.39
Bujanda 2017 Joven, Spain (Jen & Jerry)
Pick up a bottle of this tasty unoaked weeknight red wine, resplendent with bright notes of red and blue berries and spice, medium-bodied with food-friendly acidity. Great with tacos or pizza!
Regular Price: $10.99
Mills Club Price: $9.89
Case Price: $8.79
Plavac 2016 Peljesac, Croatia (Tim)
Our ongoing search for a new Croatian wine ended here, with an elegant, lovely red made from the Plavac grape from the Peljesac peninsula in Croatia. This medium-bodied, fruit forward red also had a nice earthy quality, with an almost Nebbiolo-esque quality.
Regular Price: $15.99
Mills Club Price: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
Busca 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, California (Aron)
Grapes from this Cabernet Sauvignon are sourced from the Petrified Forest Vineyard, at the very edge of Sonoma County literally 20 yards from Napa Valley. Featuring gorgeous dark cherry and black plum and currant notes, it has great tannin structure (18 months in oak) and will nicely compliment steaks or lamb chops at a relatively affordable price!
Regular Price: $22.99
Mills Club Price: $20.69
Case Price: $18.39
Shumi Zigu, Republic of Georgia (Andres)
Enjoy this Port styled wine from Shumi winery in the Kakheti region in the Republic of Georgia. “Shumi” means genuine, undiluted wine, while “Zigu” translates to dessert. Made from a large variety of indigenous and foreign grapes, wine brandy and Chacha, this tastes decided like Port with flavors and aromas of almonds, raisins, and wild berries. Try with chocolate!
Regular Price: $29.99
Mills Club Price: $26.99
Case Price: $23.99
WINES TASTED SUNDAY 1-4pm
Jean Louis Denois Classique Brut, Limoux, France (Pat D.)
Jean-Louis Denois is widely considered to be a rising star in the Languedoc region of France. Growing up the sixth generation of a Champagne making family, he decided to go his own way, planting his first grapes in 1991. Even though his vineyards are in the Limoux appellation, his refusal to use the required Mauzac grape means he cannot use Limoux on the label. Instead, this is composed of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah, organically grown and aged on lees for three years on racks. The result? A lovely, toasty, yeasty number that’s more reminiscent of a fine Champagne than a Cremànt of Southern France. Pass the caviar!
Regular Price: $23.99
Mills Club Price: $21.59
Case Price: $19.19
Principe Pallavicini 2017 Frascati Superiore DOCG, Lazio, Italy (Aron)
This Italian white wine is somewhat similar to Sauvignon Blanc, featuring flavor notes of citrus, gooseberry and salinity and crisp clean acidity. The grape composition is 50% Malvasia de Candia, 20% Malvasia del Lazio, 20% Greco and Grechetto and 10% Trebbiano Toscano in the Frascati region near Rome. Try with spaghetti alla carbonara, gnocci, or chicken Caesar salad.
Regular $22.99
Mills Club Price: $20.69
Case Price: $18.39
Por Fin 2014 Reserva Red Blend, Chile (Tim)
Por Fin, or “at last” we have found a lovely inexpensive red blend. Comprised of 48% Syrah, 23% Malbec, 18% Carmenere and 11% Petit Verdot aged 8 months in barrel, this features bright red fruit, spicy complexity and a long pleasing finish. Try with spicy beef chili or a spice rubbed braised beef brisket, or Hungarian goulash.
Regular Price $10.99
Mills Club $9.89
Case Price $8.79
Chateau La Graviere 2015 Les Terrasses Cotes de Bourg Rouge, Bordeaux (Jen & Jerry)
We just received this Bordeaux, made from 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon from Cote de Bourg, an appellation just northwest of the city of Bordeaux, close to where the rivers Dordogne and Garonne rivers meet. It is one of the very oldest wine producing regions, originally planted with an ancestor of Cabernet by Romans in the second century. This delicious red features ripe, juicy cassis and black fruit notes and present but refined tannins. Try with braised lamb or beef dishes! Rated 90pts Wine Enthusiast and “Best of Year” 2018 Issue.
Regular Price: $18.99
Mills Club Price: $17.09
Case Price: $15.19
Forlorn Hope Queen of the Sierra 2016 Red, Santa Barbara, California (Geoffrey)
A visit from Forlorn Hope winemaker Matthew Rorick revealed several wines we found to be very interesting and well-made, including this blend comprised largely of the Trousseau grape grown at high elevations in the Sierra Foothills. Limestone and schist soils provide pronounced aromatics, lovely texture and bright acidity. Notes of cherry and plum are very pleasing in this harmonious red that will leave you not at all forlorn. Best at cellar temperature, try with roast chicken, chicken pot pie or pork tacos.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Borne 2015 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, California (Pat D.)
Anderson Valley enjoys wide diurnal range, with temperature swings of 40-50 degrees in one day not uncommon. This sets to stage for great Pinot Noir making, this version displaying red cherries, peppercorn, cranberry and clove. Aged 11 months in French oak, this Pinot exudes a pleasing silky texture. Try with pork tenderloin or salmon steaks.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Sample six of our current favorite wines, or “staff picks” at Mills, all selected to represent good value for the price and to pair well with seasonably available dishes. Save 10% if you choose to purchase any of the wines, or put together a mixed or matched case for 20% off. This is a complimentary tasting!
Celebrate Maryland Wine Month by tasting one of the very best: The Vineyards at Dodon. Try an excellent Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Rosè, and Red Blend. 
Sample six of our current favorite wines, or “staff picks” at Mills, all selected to represent good value for the price and to pair well with seasonally available dishes. Save 10% if you choose to purchase any of the wines, or put together a mixed or matched case for 20% off. This is a complimentary tasting!
WINES TO TASTE SATURDAY 2-6pm
Cortefresca Prosecco Spumante DOC, Italy (Geoff)
Fresh, fruity and elegant are words that describe this sparkling wine made from the Glera grape in the Prosecco region of Italy. Wonderful on its own or as part of a Spritz or Bellini cocktail, this wine will also pair nicely with cheeses and other light appetizer fare, and at this price can easily serve a party or family gathering!
Regular Price: $10.00
Mills Club Price: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
Cantine Menhir 2017 Verdeca IGT, Puglia, Italy (Tim)
Verdeca is a little-known Italian white wine grape from Puglia, the “heel” of the Italian boot. In 2000, brothers Gaetano and Vito Marangelli purchased the vineyard, located 4 miles from the Adriatic Sea, with the aim of growing ancient and nearly extinct varietals. Featuring Meyer lemon, fresh tarragon, minerally rock notes and bright acid, this will pair nicely with charcuterie and hard cheeses, seafood or simple pasta preparations. Certified Organic.
Regular Price: $13.99
Mills Club Price: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19
Willamette Valley Vineyards 2018 Whole Cluster Rosè, Oregon (Jen & Jerry)
The new vintage of this perennial favorite rosè has arrived, made from Pinot Noir grown and hand harvested in the Willamette Valley. Featuring pronounced aromatics of juicy watermelon, strawberries and honeysuckle, it is dry yet round on the palate with flavors of nectarine, grapefruit and vanilla. Fresh acidity makes this a wonderful pairing with creamy pasta dishes or roasted poultry.
Regular Price: $19.99
Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Siema 2014 Merlot IGT, Sicily, Italy (Geoff)
Made by the Alcesti family on the Western side of the isle of Sicily, this new addition to our $10 rack features bright cherry and plum fruit notes, rich and harmonious on the palate. Try this simple yet enjoyable red with burgers off the grill or Easter lamb!
Regular Price: $10.00
Mills Club Price: $9.00
Case Price: $8.00
Matthew Fritz 2017 Pinot Noir, North Coast, California (Aron)
Founder Matt Bonanno teamed with Fritz Stuhlmuller of Stuhlmuller Vineyards for this project (thus the name, Matthew Fritz). Grapes from this Pinot Noir are sourced from Mendocino and Redwood Valley and bottled in Sonoma County, where the wine spends 8 months in French oak. This lovely light-bodied red features intense aromas of red cherries and rhubarb while the palate engages with firm acidity and lots of wild berry, allspice and forest floor characteristics. A classically styled Pinot Noir at a super affordable price; enjoy with ham or poultry.
Regular Price: $15.99
Mills Club Price: $14.39
Case Price: $12.79
Fontella 2016 Chianti DOCG, Italy (Andres)
Primarily Sangiovese with a tiny amount of Cannaiolo, this Chianti spends three months in Slavonian oak barrels. Smooth and medium-bodied, it features cassis and dark berry fruit notes with a touch of spice and rounded tannins. Try with spaghetti and meatballs, pizza, or lasagna.
Regular Price: $12.99
Mills Club Price: $11.69
Case Price: $10.39
WINES TASTED SUNDAY 1-4pm
Longshadow 2016 Poet’s Leap Riesling, Washington (Pat D.)
We were duly impressed by this new off-dry Riesling by winemaker Armin Diel, proprietor of the famed Schlossgut Diel of Germany, applying his skills to the Columbia Valley! With spicy and expressive aromatics and flavors of melon, honey, apricot and citrus on the palate, this finishes bright and racy. A beautiful pairing for ham or sushi! Rated 92pts Robert Parker.
Regular Price: $22.99
Mills Club Price: $20.69
Case Price: $18.39
Hobo Wines 2017 “Camp” Chardonnay, Sonoma County, California (Andres)
Winemaker Kenny Likitprakong sources grapes through relationships with growers throughout Sonoma County with an emphasis on selecting growers who farm responsibly. “Hobo” refers to Kenny’s wandering fruit sourcing, and not having his own “home” vineyard. The wine is made employing all native yeasts and neutral oak, allowing a true expression of Chardonnay to shine through. Exuding fresh tropical fruits and a creamy vanilla texture, the crisp finish has you reaching for another glass.
Regular $19.99
Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Ego Bodegas Marionette 2017 Red Blend, Jumilla, Spain (Andrew)
This is a blend of 50% Monastrell and 50% Syrah aged just a few months in American oak from Jumilla, a DO in southeast Spain. Fuller in intensity and body, this fruit forward and toasty red will pair nicely with barbecued ribs or pulled pork sandwiches.
Regular Price $11.99
Mills Club $10.79
Case Price $9.59
Chateau Tauzinat 2015 l’Hermitage, St.-Emilion, Bordeaux (Pat)
A Bordeaux from St-Emilion is an excellent choice for a special beef or lamb dinner. This version, from the excellent 2015 vintage, shows beautiful briar and woodland aromatics, as well as strawberry, blackberry, cassis notes and a touch of spice, all in a nicely structured package. The soils are dominated by clay and limestone. This is a property of the famed Moueix family, whose presence in Pomerol (Chateau Taillefer in 1923) preceded their acquisition of Chateau Tauzinat in 1953. Tauzinat’s history dates back prior to 1789 when it was owned by the Carles family under the reign of King Louis XVI. The Tauzin oak forest, which inspired the estate name, is the home of the Tauzin oak trees, whose roots are home to exquisite truffles.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Olivier & Lafont Vigne de Fer 2016 Cotes du Rhone, France (Jen & Jerry)
This blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvedre from Southern Rhone is intense and richly fruited with black currants, cherries and plums and finishes with a touch of spice! Enjoy with grilled or roasted poultry.
Regular Price: $13.99
Mills Club Price: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19
Brancatelli 2015 Valle delle Stella Toscana IGT, Italy (Tim)
We loved this newly arrived “supertuscan”, a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc aged in Allier oak barrels for 12 months. The aromatics are intense with cherry, floral and spice while the harmonious palate features dark cherry, plum and earth; this is full-bodied with soft texture and very long finish. Enjoy with braised meats, lamb, venison or aged cheeses.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Sample six of our current favorite wines, or “staff picks” at Mills, all selected to represent good value for the price and to pair well with seasonally available dishes. Save 10% if you choose to purchase any of the wines, or put together a mixed or matched case for 20% off. This is a complimentary tasting!
WINES TASTED SUNDAY 1-4pm
Longshadow 2016 Poet’s Leap Riesling, Washington (Pat D.)
We were duly impressed by this new off-dry Riesling by winemaker Armin Diel, proprietor of the famed Schlossgut Diel of Germany, applying his skills to the Columbia Valley! With spicy and expressive aromatics and flavors of melon, honey, apricot and citrus on the palate, this finishes bright and racy. A beautiful pairing for ham or sushi! Rated 92pts Robert Parker.
Regular Price: $22.99
Mills Club Price: $20.69
Case Price: $18.39
Hobo Wines 2017 “Camp” Chardonnay, Sonoma County, California (Andres)
Winemaker Kenny Likitprakong sources grapes through relationships with growers throughout Sonoma County with an emphasis on selecting growers who responsibly farm fruit. “Hobo” refers to Kenny’s wandering fruit sourcing, and not having his own “home” vineyard. The wine is made employing all native yeasts and neutral oak, allowing a true expression of Chardonnay to shine through. Exuding fresh tropical fruits and a creamy vanilla texture, the crisp finish has you reaching for another glass.
Regular $19.99
Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99
Ego Bodegas Marionette 2017 Red Blend, Jumilla, Spain (Andrew)
This is a blend of 50% Monastrell and 50% Syrah aged just a few months in American oak from Jumilla, a DO in southeast Spain. Fuller in intensity and body, this fruit forward and toasty red will pair nicely with barbecued ribs or pulled pork sandwiches.
Regular Price $11.99
Mills Club $10.79
Case Price $9.59
Chateau Tauzinat 2015 l’Hermitage, St.-Emilion, Bordeaux (Pat)
A Bordeaux from St-Emilion is an excellent choice for a special beef or lamb dinner. This version, from the excellent 2015 vintage, shows beautiful briar and woodland aromatics, as well as strawberry, blackberry, cassis notes and a touch of spice, all in a nicely structured package. The soils are dominated by clay and limestone. This is a property of the famed Moueix family, whose presence in Pomerol (Chateau Taillefer in 1923) preceded their acquisition of Chateau Tauzinat in 1953. Tauzinat’s history dates back prior to 1789 when it was owned by the Carles family under the reign of King Louis XVI. The Tauzin oak forest, which inspired the estate name, is the home of the Tauzin oak trees, whose roots are home to exquisite truffles.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99
Olivier & Lafont Vigne de Fer 2016 Cotes du Rhone, France (Jen & Jerry)
This blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre from Southern Rhone is intense and richly fruited with black currants, cherries and plums and finishes with a touch of spice! Enjoy with grilled or roasted poultry.
Regular Price: $13.99
Mills Club Price: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19
Brancatelli 2015 Valle delle Stella Toscana IGT, Italy (Tim)
We loved this newly arrived “supertuscan”, a blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc aged in Allier oak barrels for 12 months. The aromatics are intense with cherry, floral and spice while the harmonious palate features dark cherry, plum and earth; this is full-bodied with soft texture and very long finish. Enjoy with braised meats, lamb, venison or aged cheeses.
Regular Price: $24.99
Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99