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We're excited to bring you this 100 point, blue chip Super Tuscan for only $139 – 2019 Isole e Olena Cepparello - incredible!

"I used to drink Sassicaia more often when it was priced like this, and THIS IS AS GOOD AS SASSICAIA." - Dave Sokolin Located in the heart of the Chianti Classico region, the name of Isole e Olena comes from two adjoining estates, Isole and Olena, purchased by the De Marchi family in the 1950s, and the first Cepparello was produced in 1980. Cepparello has been called “one of Tuscany’s greatest Sangiovese-based wines.” - RPWA

"Isole e Olena seems to fly under the radar, but insiders know better… some of the most engaging wines in all of Tuscany, and Italy for that matter." – RPWA

"Make no mistake about it, these are some of the greatest wines being made anywhere in the world." - Antonio Galloni on Isole e Olena

The 2019 Isole e Olena Cepparello has a 100 p

This 99 pointer from Dominus & Petrus’ Christian Moueix is Napa’s next big thing!

"Unquestionably, Napa has a beautiful vintage on its hands with 2018..." - Jeb Dunnuck

This $179 bottle of 2018 Ulysses competes with $1,200 bottles of Harlan Estate and has the same mega scores. The 2018 vintage just so happens to be one of the great Napa vintages, so this wine shines on all fronts! Quantities are extremely limited though - it has ¼ the production of Petrus! 2018 Ulysses is more of a classic than any Dominus, and costs MUCH less.

"This is the newest estate vineyard wine from Christian Moueix. Located just to the north of Dominus... A Napa version of a first or second growth Pauillac..." - Robert Parker Wine Advocate

"Just about pure perfection and the finest wine I've tasted from this address ... all from a site just north of Dominus." - Jeb Dunnuck

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You can still afford to drink great Bordeaux! We have an exciting Bordeaux value to share with you from Chateau Poesia, which has been described as “Saint Emilion’s hidden gem.”

2019 Chateau Poesia is 96 point Saint Emilion from an A rated vintage for only $41.95 – an insanely low price. And this wine can be enjoyed for the next two decades!

“The 2019 Poesia might well be in possession of the best aromatics that I have encountered on this Saint-Emilion. Probably the best Poesia ever.” - Neal Martin

“The 2019 Chateau Poesia is a charming, up-front, straight-up sexy Saint-Emilion that brings lots of fruit yet always stays balanced and seamless.” - Jeb Dunnuck

Rosé season is here, and we have a new, high-end arrival just in time for warm, sunny weather - 2021 Donnafugata Dolce & Gabbana Rosa Rosato! Their first vintage (2019) debuted two summers ago, and we're excited to offer you the newest vintage of this delicious Rosé. It comes from a partnership between two iconic Italian brands, the Italian luxury fashion designer, Dolce & Gabbana, and the Sicilian winemaker, Donnafugata.

This designer wine is an ode to Sicily, the Mediterranean's largest island, and is made of a blend of Nerello Mascalese and Nocera, two Sicilian grape varieties. It's a bright pale pink color with a bouquet of jasmine and strawberry, peach and citrus notes and is perfect to serve with shellfish, wraps, sandwiches, vegetarian dishes and delicate meats.

Just as you might expect from Dolce & Gabbana, the packaging on

It's never too early to start shopping for holiday gifts! This season, give the gift of wine and make shopping for personal and corporate gifts easier than ever with our complimentary Premier Gift Service.

We have a large, diverse inventory of amazing wines from the best regions on earth, and our dedicated team of private wine consultants is ready to provide recommendations and assistance. From Bordeaux collectibles and outstanding Burgundy to high scoring Italian wines and incredible Champagnes, we have something for every wine lover on your shopping list!

Whether you're looking to send single bottle gift orders or large quantity orders to multiple colleagues or clients, we can help out. To get started, feel free to contact us at 800.946.3947 or email sales@sokolin.com and a private wine consultant will reach out to you.

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It’s not summer without a backyard BBQ, and Dave Sokolin is here to share five of his go-to red wines that pair well with summer BBQs. "When I barbecue, I look for something bold that can handle big fire and sauces from being on the grill. I also look for wines with style and subtleties that can shine through. Here are my five picks that I will be barbecuing with this summer, with prices starting at only $31.95." - Dave Sokolin

2019 Alex Foillard Brouilly - $31.95 | 93 VM - "The king of Beaujolais makes ethereal styled wines." - Dave Sokolin

2016 Michele Chiarlo Barbaresco Reyna - $37.99 | 94 WE - "This refined Piedmont from the legendary 2016 vintage pairs well with most BBQ ideas." - Dave Sokolin

2015 Barde Haut - $44.99 | 96 JD – “A classic, 96 point Saint Emilion that drinks great today -

It’s Chardonnay season! Spring and summer call for a delicious bottle of Chardonnay. There are so many of them out there that we do a lot of research on finding the best ones and have a great time doing it. These three California Chardonnays are all from terrific producers and are all under $21 / bottle. Don’t miss these satisfying and appealing wines that offer so much bang for the buck! They come highly recommended.

2019 Fess Parker Chardonnay Santa Barbara County

Fess Parker produces an award winning collection of wines and has a long history in Santa Barabara County. Their 2019 Chardonnay is a mega deal when it comes to California Chardonnay at