June 2021 Monthly Newsletter

JUNE = Summer, Father’s Day and a return (we hope) to some sense of normalcy!

And we may post tastings of our monthly specials and more on our channel:
J. EmersonFineWine Richmond.

NO OPEN BOTTLE IN STORE TASTINGS or CLASSES IN JUNE
The Store will be open and maintain normal hours and we offer curbside and delivery service. We plan to resume tastings in July!
We will start with a BIG one, our Founder’s Day tasting on Bastille Day, Wed., July 14th!

JUNE SPECIAL OFFERS (no further discounts)

Treats from Spain - Perfect for Dad!

A rich, dense, organic, spontaneously fermented, Tinta de Toro (one of many synonyms for Tempranillo).
2014 Bodegas Ordoñez-Toro “Vatan” Tinta de Toro, DO Toro, Spain- “(made from vines that were planted in 1900; fermented in small, open-top stainless steel tanks, with malolactic fermentation and 22 months of aging in new French oak barriques) Inky ruby. Smoke-accented cherry, black raspberry and candied licorice on the explosively perfumed nose. Plush, open-knit red and blue fruit liqueur, vanilla and floral pastille flavors display a peppery nuance and gain vivacity with aeration. Spicy and broad on the strikingly persistent finish, which shows alluring sweetness and just a hint of fine-grained, harmonious tannins.” (Vinous 5/17)                                  Regular Price $39.99/ On Sale in June: Call or subscribe to email newsletter for price.
From a single vineyard, El Puntido, which means “Staircase landing”, and describes the vineyard location.
2007 Viñedos de Páganos “El Puntido” Gran Reserva, DOC Rioja, Spain- “Putting my nose in the glass of the 2007 El Puntido Gran Reserva transported me to the classical Riojas from yesteryear. The wine has a fully developed nose with all the textbook descriptors of a good aged Rioja—forest floor, cigar ash, cold bonfire, truffle, cherries in liqueur, blonde tobacco, spices and iodine. But this is a classical Gran Reserva that has something that was not that traditional, and it comes from a single vineyard and matured in brand new French oak barrels for 28 months. But time in bottle has polished it (it was bottled in June 2010, almost nine years ago); the tannins are mostly resolved and it’s nicely textured. It has what I love about the best red wine—it’s salty rather than sweet, there is no room for sweetness here, and it’s sapid and tasty and has great balance and freshness. This is developing at a very slow pace and should continue doing so for a very long time. A great Gran Reserva in the making…” (WA #243)  Regular Price $59.99/ On Sale in JUNE: Call or subscribe to email newsletter for price.
Valdeorras is home to the finest terroir for growing one of Spain’s important indigenous grapes – Mencía.
2014 Bodegas “Avancia”  Mencia Valdeorras, Spain- “(fermented & aged in new French oak for 14 months): Bright purple. High-pitched cherry and blue fruit scents are complemented by a suggestion of candied lavender and accented by white pepper. Silky and sweet on the palate, offering intense boysenberry and cherry-cola flavors and a repeating lavender quality. Blends richness and vivacity with a deft hand and closes subtly tannic, with excellent focus and mineral-driven persistence. These vines were reportedly planted between 1902 &1920 at apporx. 1,500 feet.” (Vinous 1/16) Regular Price $35.99/ On Sale in JUNE: Call or subscribe to email newsletter for price.

JUNE SPECIAL OFFERS (no further discounts)

From the Cellar (Quantities ARE limited!)

From a very good vintage, this cab has retained some freshness and drinks like a vintage Bordeaux.
2002 Reschke Vitulus Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra, Australia –“Deep red. Fresh, juicy, forward aromas of bright cherry, cassis, espresso, vanilla and mint, with a hint of sweet pepper. Fresh and bright in the mouth, with lively red berry and gingerbread flavors accented by cinnamon and clove notes. Finishes with dusty tannins and a hint of menthol.”                        Regular Price $21.99 On Sale in JUNE: $16.99
While his farming was always environmental sensitive, Duband converted entirely to organic farming in ’06.
2004 Domaine David Duband Gevrey-Chambertin “Les Evocelles”, Cote de Nuits, France - Les Evocelles is a village level Lieux-dit (single vineyard) located high on the hill in Brochon. Deep garnet, this is a great example of mature Burgundy with aromas of dried cherries, mushrooms & smoke. Medium-bodied, this savory Pinot Noir finishes with mature tannins & mild acidity.  Reg. Price $69.99/ On Sale in JUNE: $35.99

JUNE SPECIAL OFFERS (no further discounts)

For Dad -From the New World!

The estate wine that is the signature of Penner-Ash. – Limited quantities.
2016 Penner-Ash Wine Cellars Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir Yamhill-Carlton District, Willamette, Oregon – “Translucent magenta color. Suave, mineral-tinged scents of red/dark berry liqueur, baking spices and cola, with a sexy floral overtone. Sweet and seamless on the palate, offering potent black raspberry, cherry-vanilla and violet pastille flavors and building spiciness. The spice and floral notes repeat emphatically on an impressively long, smooth finish that’s framed by velvety, harmonious tannins. (one-third new French oak)” (Vinous 6/19)                                          Regular Price $63.99 /On Sale in JUNE: $45.99
A project of Adrianna Catena and Alejandro Vigil soil expert and Chief Winemaker at Catena Zapata.
2018 Bodega Aleanna ‘El Enemigo’ Chardonnay, Mendoza, Argentina - “A Chardonnay from Gualtallary that underwent a carefully calibrated ageing process developed by the winemaker Alejandro Vigil: 500 liters French oak barrels, 35% new, mixed with increasing quantities of flor. Golden yellow in color, the 2018 El Enemigo combines aromas of pear and apple with hazelnuts, toffee and a touch of acacia. Creamy with intense flavors, the film lends a dryness in stark contrast to the ingenious structure that enhances the firm acidity and lengthy, hazelnut finish. A technical, original white inspired by the more forward thinking parts of Burgundy & California with more than a nod to Jura as well.” Reg. Price $29.99/ On Sale in JUNE: $21.99

JUNE SPECIAL OFFERS (no further discounts)

Crispy Summer Whites you MUST try.

2019 Castillo de San Diego Vino Blanco de la Tierra de Cadiz, Spain - The glass is poured. Sketches of Spain, (Miles Davis and Gil Evans’) plays. Castanets enter while the horns lay in wait. Southern Spain, almost Africa, you can smell the chalky, salted, crusted over, albariza soils. The horns enter dramatically creating an exotic but familiar palate. You take your first crisp cold sip, biscuits with honey, cashews, pears, chalk, depth. The dry, hot Levante blows in from the north. Behind sunglasses your eyes close as you bask in the sun. The non-romantic part: Palomino Fino from Cadiz Spain, drink now & cold. Reg. Price $12.99/ On Sale: $10.99
2019 Txomin Etxaniz Txakoli Getariako Txakolina, Spain - (90% Hondarrabi Zuri, 10% Hondarrabi Beltza) The Txueka family has been producing wine near the town of Getaria since 1649 Funky citrus, green apple and salty minerals in this exceedingly dry, light, (11.5%ABV) crispy wine with a hint of fizz. Perfect with seafood, salad and roasted vegetables.  Reg. Price $22.99/ On Sale: $17.99
                          SPECIAL OFFER: TRY BOTH (1 each of both wines): $23.99!

MONTHLY SPECIALS