EATER

DECEMBER 11, 2023

And because producers tend to reserve the magnum treatment for the wines they consider worth celebrating, it’s usually a safe bet that the big bottles contain something special. Many focus on Champagne, although Fineman promises there are interesting options for bubbles at every price point.

2004 92

2004 Back of House Reservations Vineyard 92

EATER

AUGUST 5, 2021

My favorite is the white blend, a melange of three really interesting grapes: barbera, chenin blanc, and colombard, the last being a grape traditionally used for making cognac, all sourced from sleeper vineyards across Mendocino Valley. market since 2004, packaged in a little red can that’s now become something of a 21st-century design icon.

2006 109

2006 2002 2004 Point of Sale 109

Sante

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

With winemaking roots from 1899, the family owns vineyards in Friuli Venezia Giulia, Veneto and Trentino. The DOC quality level is high, and the price is reasonable at $15. The vines were planted with “mindful production and planting practices” in 2004. Blu Giovello is produced by the Piera family.

Vineyard 165

Vineyard 2019 2016 Beverage 165