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  2009 Giscours: A Historic Vintage for Bordeaux & Only $99!

  Posted: December 13, 2024

  2009 was a historic vintage for Bordeaux that will remembered as one of the absolute greats. "2009 is my favorite Bordeaux vintage in history. Like 1982, the wines show perfectly every bottle, every night." This year marks the fifteenth year anniversary of the historic 2009 Bordeaux vintage.” - Dave Sokolin

  As Robert Parker so eloquently put it, “2009 is the greatest vintage I have tasted in Bordeaux since 1982, of which it is a modern-day version, but greatly improved.”

  We have an amazing 2009 Bordeaux that offers both top quality and affordability - 2009 Giscours! It’s a great Margaux priced at only $99, an insane price, making it a steal and no-brainer purchase. This 95 pointer is drinking well now - 2038.

  “Giscours is always a favorite Margaux of mine, but in 2009 it was truly incredible! I visit this Chateau when I’m in Bordeaux because it’s such a treat. They have invested

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  High Scores for 2022 Clos Des Papes Chateauneuf du Pape

  Posted: December 06, 2024

  We have one of the largest inventories of fine and rare wine in the United States, including the best Rhone wines from top producers. Since 1934, we’ve been known as America’s Premier Fine Wine Merchant. In fact, this year marks our 90th Anniversary in business!

  A new 2022 Chateauneuf du Pape from Clos Des Papes just checked into stock and it’s amazing! It’s always one of the most sought-after Chateauneufs in our inventory. Clos des Papes remains a true reference point and icon of Chateauneuf du Pape. The Avril family has been making wine since the early part of the 18th century - bottling under the name Clos des Papes since 1896!

  “Along with Rayas, Clos des Papes is my top Chateauneuf du Pape.” - Dave Sokolin

  The 2022 vintage received high scores from both Jeb Dunnuck (98 JD) and Robert Parker Wine Advocate (97 RP).

  “…this is unquestionably

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  We’re Here to Help You with Holiday Corporate Gifts!

  Posted: November 29, 2024

  It's holiday time, and we're here to help you with corporate gifts! This season, make shopping easier than ever with our complimentary Premier Gift Service.

  Founded in 1934, we have a large, diverse inventory of amazing wines from the best regions on earth, and our dedicated team is ready to assist. Whether you're shopping for legends, classics or newcomers, we have a vast inventory with thousands of bottles to shop from. From Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhone Valley, Italy and Spain to California, Oregon and Washington, we have you covered with the best wines!

  From single bottle gift orders to large quantity orders being shipped to multiple colleagues or clients, we can help out.

  It takes a lot of time and research to find the perfect bottle. Let us take the guesswork out of it for you! To get started, feel free to contact us at 800.946.3947 or email sales@sokolin.com

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