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Gabriel Glas StandArt Wine Glasses (2-glass set)

Gabriel Glas StandArt Wine Glasses (2-glass set)

May 3, 2024 | ,

Austrian machine blown crystal stemware. Exquisite design, maximum experience. Gabriel-Glas “one-for-all” universal glassware is designed to express the most subtle flavors and aromas of any wine varietal, from Cabernet to Champagne. A graceful and functional all-purpose glass, it’s the only stemware you need.

The product works like traditional wine glasses. The proprietary design of the glasses slightly decants the wine when swirled maximizing aromas and flavors.

Special Features

  • Standart (machine blown) is dishwasher safe for cleaning
  • Made from lead-free Austrian crystal.
  • 66mm glass rim to concentrate aromas
  • Appealing curves for an instant decanting effect
  • Crafted to allow more surface-to-air contact
  • All purchases come in sturdy black gift box that protect during shipping and storage

Sizes

  • One size “one for all” universal size
  • Shipped as a set of 2 glasses.
  • Available in Standart (machine blown) version

Additional:

  • $12 Flat Rate shipping within the continental US included
  • Sales tax will be added at checkout based on your state of residence

Please note that this is VENDOR SHIPPED from Napa, California.

Like Wine For Chocolate

Like Wine For Chocolate

Jan 19, 2024 |

Como Vino para Chocolate…Like Wine for Chocolate…this February, and Valentine’s Day, sweeten your life with a couple of our direct import wines from small producers in Chile that pair brillantly with white & dark chocolate, respectively:

Trapi Handmade Chardonnay 2022: Born in the cold, southern vineyards of the Chilean lake district, this Chardonnay has more in common with Burgundy than its South America peers, partially because of Trapi’s dedication to working with the ‘golden’ lies, assuring a creamy texture without having to overoak.  Notes of sweet lemon curd come together with a hint of pineapple and toasty cookies from neutral ok.  While it pairs beautifully with savory dishes (nearly all seafood and poultry), why not try this with white chocolate or salted caramel bonbons? We think it may blow your mind.

Gryphus Blend 2019: With nearly 5 years of evolution already, this lush vino tinto is full of elegance and balance. Made from a limited production of 4,400 bottles, this is not your typical Chilean Cabernet blend. It’s 50% Carmenere with the unusual, and delicious, addition of 25% Petit Verdot and 25% Petite Syrah to add fruitiness, depth, and spiciness. With notes of dark fruits and berries, chocolate, vanilla, and smooth, silky tannins bound together by a bright acidity, it’s the perfect partner for red wine (and dark chocolate) lovers.

Both of these beauties hit the holy wine trifecta of high acid, low alcohol and are driven by minerality (complexity) in addition to being organically/sustainably grown by humans we know and love, vegan (no egg whites used to clarify), and minimal use of sulfites. 

Here’s what’s included:

  • 6 bottle-case (750cc) of wine: 3 Trapi Handmade Chardonnay, 3 Gryphus Red Blend
  • Taxes
  • Shipping & Handling within the continental United States**

 

**Terms & conditions of sales purchase. By purchasing, you agree to them.

 

The Grande VinGarde Valise Suitcase (12 bottles)

The Grande VinGarde Valise Suitcase (12 bottles)

Jan 12, 2024 | ,

Fellow wine lovers and travelers, the VinGarde Valise will up (or dare we say) revolutionize your wine voyaging. Here is why we love it and some of the features of the ‘Grande’ (12 bottle suitcase):

  • Travel with confidence: It’s so darn sturdy. The hard-shell construction comprised of 100% proprietary compound material comes complete with removable high-density patented foam inserts (and then more flat foam inserts for padding). The wine babies are safe!
  • Versatility: You can move wine, clothes, fragile items or all of the above. The Grande accommodates from 2 to 12 bottles of wine or spirit (750ml bottles). Simply remove one or more of the foam inserts for plenty of room for clothing and other travel items.
  • Maneuverability: Lightweight with fantastic roll-in-all-direction Hinomoto wheels, it’s easy to manage even when full. We also love the handles to make it easy to grab off the luggage carrousel.
  • Other nice touches: Integrated top-mounted TSA compliant lock, reinforced double channel zipper, belts/straps for extra protection, lots of pouches/zippers inside.
  • 10-year manufacturer’s limited warranty.
  • Designed in USA; made in China.

Dimensions:

  • Overall: 27″ x 17.75″ x 13.75″
  • Weight: 13.5 lb. (empty) Based on average 3 lb./ wine bottles, the suitcase weighs less than 50 lb. when fully packed. However, some icon Bordeaux bottles that are heavy will only let you pack to 10 bottles based on our experience.

Additional:

  • Comes in following colors: Black, Silver, Burgundy (please indicate your preference in order notes)
  • Optional: if you’d like to add your name or company logo, please contact us. This service costs an additional US$19.95 and takes an 3-5 business days to ship due to engraving time frames.
  • FREE SHIPPING within the continental US
  • Sales tax will be added at checkout based on your state of residence

Please note that this is VENDOR SHIPPED from Napa, California

The Trapi Spring Trio

The Trapi Spring Trio

Nov 13, 2023 |

Spring is in the air and these energizing wines from Chile’s northern Patagonia / lake district, are the perfect partners for the longer days, warmer temperatures, lighter fare and enjoying outside on your terrace or at a picnic. 

Trapi del Bueno Handmade Sauvignon Blanc 2022: This zippy Sav Blanc is blasting citrus like grapefruit, passion fruit, guava and has saline (dry) nature that makes it lip-smacking delicious. Wonderful with seafood, as an apertif, ceviche, or even chevre goat cheese.

Trapi del Bueno Handmade Pinot Noir 2019: This non-interventionist Pinot Noir is made from grapes grown in Chile’s southern lake district (northern Patagonia region). Deep in flavor and full of minerality, flavors of fresh raspberries, cherries, wild strawberries pop  with spicy notes. Smooth-drinking, light in alcohol, and chic in the mouth, it veers towards Burgundy in style. We love its freshness and how all wine drinkers revel in this wine.

Trapi del Bueno Chardonnay 2020: Veering Chablis in style, this Chardonnay has no oakiness and is lighter than one may expect with apple and pear flavors.Easy to drink on its own, this wine is also great with roasted chicken, any fish dish, and buttered popcorn for movie night.

All of these beauties hit the holy wine trifecta of high acid, low alcohol and are driven by minerality (complexity) in addition to being organically/sustainably grown by humans we know and love, vegan (no egg whites used to clarify), and minimal use of sulfites. 

Here’s what’s included:

  • 6 bottle-case (750cc) of wine: 2 Sauvignon Blanc, 2 Pinot Noir, 2 Chardonnay
  • Taxes
  • Shipping & Handling within the United States**

 

**Terms & conditions of sales purchase. By purchasing, you agree to them.

 

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