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Pedroncelli Core 4! All new redesigned labels representing the history of this family owned winery. Great wine, new labels solid press! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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2020 Domaine de Pignan Châteauneuf du Pape Tradition

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“A very herbal nose here with aromas of tiger balm, roasted meat, and smoke. Full-bodied with firm tannins. Ample and round with dark berries and herbs on the palate. Lots of character with velvety texture and a juicy, savory finish. 64% grenache, 12% syrah,13% mourvedre, 5% clnsault and 6% of local varieties. Drink or hold.” 92 James Suckling

Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


Goldschmidt Vineyards…Press aplenty! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway associates.

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Join us for a very special instore tastings with Wegmans & Goldschmidt Vineyards Saturday April 20th at Wegmans Ocean Twp. RSD, 420 & Nick all on the same day!? Its gonna get wild!!!!

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We have something new and exciting… Mad Professor Craft Cocktails. The worlds first hydrogen Infused canned craft cocktail! 8% abv made from premium vodka. The smoothest canned RTD you’ve ever tasted! No preservatives, real cane sugar, non GMO. Contact us for details. 

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2021 Domaine Mourchon Côtes du Rhône-Villages Séguret Grande Reserve  
Notes of dusty earth and dried flowers are built on a foundation of iron, surrounding a core of brambly berry flavors, while chalky tannins are edged in graphite and bitter herbs. Well-seasoned with singed mesquite and orange pith, this is a solid version with a nice life ahead. Grenache and Syrah. Drink now through 2028. 90WS Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines



2023 Chateau Routas is on the way! Expected March 1 arrival. 90JS. This  review makes it 10yrs of 90+ for this wine! Available in NJ from Fedway Associates and MS Walker. 

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We are excited to add a new producer to our FL portfolio… Vezer Family Vineyard Suisun Valley California. vezer.com

Small family owned winery and vineyards on the backside of Napa. Unique wines that offer a real point of difference from Napa, but all the quality and skill of great winemaking. Contact for info and to sample.   

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Where’s Suisun Valley? Check out this map

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Contact us to sample and for for pricing and availability.  


Now in more Goldschmidt news… we are excited to announce that with the release of the 2022 vintage, The Counselor is now officially part of the GV portfolio! Available in NJ through Fedway Associate and with Winebow in FL Contact us for details. 

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Nick Goldschmidt named Best International Winemaker of the Year USA by Lux Life magazine

Goldschmidt Vineyards is available in NJ from Fedway Associates.

https://www.lux-review.com/issues/food-and-drink-awards-2023/22/

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New Press for the just released 2021 Pedroncelli Mother Clone Zinfandel. Dig the new label! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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2019 Goldschmidt Vineyards Yoeman Cabernet Sauvignon. 95WE Editors Choice & now names 2023 Top a Holiday Wine over $50! Get this one while you can! Available in NJ Exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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Pedroncelli Sonoma Classico now in stock and available exclusively through Fedway Associates! The second redesigned label released by the winery. More on the way! 

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2018 Paul Garaudet Meursault Le Limozin Chardonnay with concentration

Located on the southern slopes of the Cote d’Or, “Limozin” lays claim to being the best village-level wine in Meursault. It’s earned this outstanding reputation because Limozin shares the same hillside slope, exposure, and soil as its Premier Cru neighbors Charmes and Genevrieres. And in the expert hands of Paul Garaudet, this white Burgundy from the Cote de Beaune is a transformative experience. Paul’s Limozin is a wine to anticipate – a rare, fabulously stylish Chardonnay with citrus, honey, and apricot flavors that ends with a lovely, dry mineral finish. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


If you ask us, Merlot never deserved the hate it has received over the years, but now it may get the last word, as it is finally making its well deserved comeback. Chelsea Goldschmidt is well positioned and ready! Great wine, solid press and no price increase! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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Some exciting new Goldschmidt news coming… check back soon.


What makes Nick Goldschmidt’s Ultimatum so rare, unique and special? We’ll let him explain…

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The latest release of Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet has a new name and new label. v2021 Brothers Mark Cabernet Sauvignon coming soon. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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New Press for the always awesome Goldschmidt Game ranch Plus v2019. A stellar bottling that sells for a fraction of the cost of it’s neighbors! Very limited. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.  

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Goldschmidt Vineyards. Great wines, great values and great press! Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.

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Pedroncelli Winery. Family owned since 1927. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates. 

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2022 Vigneau-Chevreau Vouvray Cuvée Silex expressive and pure Chenin Blanc.

he Vigneau-Chevreau family makes this beautifully expressive dry Vouvray. The Cuvée takes its name from the “flinty” soil in which the vines are planted, which results in the wine’s rich minerality. Devotees of this Vouvray rave, time and time again, about the Silex’s “cool,” “crisp,” and “pure fruit” qualities that set it apart from other wines. We have to agree. The flavors of this 100% Chenin Blanc are so pure it easily charms – lemons and minerals burst from the glass in each luscious sip. The wine is dry (but not a steely, steely dry), leaving you happily satisfied. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


We had a fantastic time with Goldschmidt Vineyards assistant winemaker Claudia Del Rio! Account visits, staff trainings and consumer events. We all know Nick is a great winemaker and a one of a kind personality, but it was wonderful to have Claudia showcasing her talent, passion and unique perspective. Thanks for a great visit!  

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Domaine Berthenet Les Bonneveaux 2019 sensational 1er Cru Montagny There’s nothing like a great Burgundy, and this find from the Berthenet family had us at a loss for words – exquisite, sublime, delicate. This aromatic White Burgundy comes from a small plot in Montagny 1er Cru Les Bonneveaux that competes with the high-priced, well-known appellation of Meursault. Beautiful, lean, floral, mineral-rich Chardonnay whose light oak treatment concentrates the pure apple and citrus flavors. Francois only made 200 cases of this wine, and we begged to get what we could. You won’t be disappointed.

Recently named in Decanter’s “Montagny: 10 Names To Know”, the Berthenet’s have a long tradition of sustainable farming. They are also committed to raising the profile of Montagny wines. Francois believes that by highlighting the individual climates, and not blending across them, he can give each vineyard the recognition it deserves and increase the regional appeal. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for pricing and availability. 


2022 Chateau Routas scores again! For 5+ vintages, Routas Rose has scored 90+. This fresh tasty Rose remains one of the best values in Provence and incredible feat for a 100% estate grown and bottled wine. This is a wine worthy of your time and attention. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates/Lauber Selections. Pull a sample and show it to your accounts!

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2017 Goldschmidt Ultimatum now available. Extremely limited! Only 300 2pks produced. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway associates.  Contact us or your Fedway rep for pricing.

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Pedroncelli press aplenty! Available NJ Fedway Associates.

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Eric de Suremain, Rully 1er Cru Pillot, L’intemporelle 2017 exceptional 1er cru Chardonnay

“Produced from vines planted in 1920 in an east/southeast-facing premier cru, de Suremain’s finest white is the 2017 Rully 1er Cru Pillot L’intemporelle, a striking wine that offers up attractive aromas of confit citrus, crisp green orchard fruit and almond paste. On the palate, it’s medium to full-bodied, deep and multidimensional, with racy acids and a promising sense of tension and structural reserve. It’s well worth seeking out. Drink 2020-2035.”
– William Kelley, Wine Advocate
Available from Cynthia Hurley French Wines

More great press for Goldschmidt Vineyards from the Wine Enthusiast. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.

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New press for Pedroncelli and check out the cool new label for the Rose! Available in NJ from Fedway Associates. 

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It’s almost time for Fedway’s annual spring tasting at the Borgata Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City. The biggest, best spring trade show in NJ! We are going to have an amazing Goldschmidt Vineyards table featuring Nicks best wines and as always a few surprises. Stop by early and say hello! Check us out on Instagram @theproperwines for our table number and live updates. Looking forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday April 12!

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2018 Paul Garaudet’s Extraordinary Cuvee Paul- Paul Gauradet is the real deal in Burgundy. He is an extremely talented winemaker who crafts superb Pinot Noir’s from his estate based in Monthelie, which is in the Cote de Beaune. Paul’s Cuvee Paul from Monthelie proves that great Burgundy can deliver weightlessness, power, and charm and still be affordable. 

Monthelie is a little hillside Arcadia, which straddles the borders of Volnay and Meursault in the Côte de Beaune. It’s hillside vineyards get excellent exposure and lie on high-quality alluvial deposits that produce Pinot Noir with intoxicatingly delicate perfumed aromas and silky tannins. Before Monthelie became it’s own appellation, the wines were labeled as Volnay. With that being the case this wine delivers way beyond its price point. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact for details. 


More Great Press for Goldschmidt Vineyards! Available in NJ from Fedway Associates. 

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2020 Pedroncelli Mother Clone Zinfandel 90WS Available NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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Domaine J Laurens, Le Graimenous Brut, Cremant de Limoux

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“Complex nose, full of citrus fruits and wildflower honey. Immediately impactful but with a lightness of touch. Crisp green apples supported by lemon and lime juiciness, good acidity keeping it refreshing. Balanced, and a more serious wine in some ways, so would be excellent with food.” 93 Decanter Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


2018 Goldschmidt Vineyards Yoeman Cabernet Sauvignon 93 Wine Enthusiast. Avail in NJ from Fedway Associates 

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2019  Domaine La Toupie QuaTuor- Expressing the sun-drenched schist terroir of Roussillon. Located in the southern part of the Languedoc. We can’t be more enthusiastic about this region’s innovation and the talented winemakers that are making fabulous wines – all with great value propositions. In this instance, we’ve got a new fantastic “insider” discovery for you from Domaine La Toupie in Roussillon.

QuaTuor is a delicious, savory, concentrated wine with beautiful aromas of black fruits. It’s fresh without being overbearing, with smooth and elegant lingering flavors. Perfect for barbecues, prosciutto, red meats, and some cheeses- it’s exceedingly quaffable and delivers excellent value. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us to sample and for pricing and availability. 


 
We had an amazing visit with Nick Goldschmidt and the national sales team in Sonoma. Its one thing to hear what Nick is up to, but its another thing to see it first hand! And yes… that’s the GV kids all grown up!
 
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Lots of exciting things happening at Pedroncelli Winery! This family owned (since 1927) winery is undergoing major changes. From updates in the vineyards to upgrades in the winery to amazing new labels! 2023 promises to be one Pedroncelli’s most exciting years in its 95+ year history. Check out the first glimpse of the new labels for the newest releases of Sauvignon Blanc and Rose
 
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Pedroncelli is available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 
 
 
 

 
Goldschmidt Vineyards has SIX wines featured in the Wine Enthusiasts 2022 Best of Year issue! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact us or your Fedway rep for availability and pricing.
 
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If you like the unusual, crave the unique and different, then Couly-Dutheil’s Blanc de Franc- a White Cabernet Franc from Chinon is for you! It’s made from Red grapes but sees no skin contact, so while the color is of a white wine with red tinges, the flavor and texture is that of a red. A beguiling experience for the senses.
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Floral and fruity, strawberries and cream, this dry white wine fools even the best. Why? It’s a white wine made from 100% Cabernet Franc. This unusual, dry, structured wine delights with its aromatic appeal and medium-bodied, easy mouthfeel. Powerhouse Domaine Couly-Dutheil will transform your appreciation of Cabernet Franc.
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October is Goldschmidt month at Fedway and no one talks about Goldschmidt Vineyards better than the man himself. Now you can take Nick with you on your sales calls with this handy QR code (Nick in you pocket) master sheet. Videos for every Goldschmidt wine are as close as your phone. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 
 
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Pedroncelli is celebrating 95 years and counting! Still family owned in Sonoma’s Dry Creek Valley. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.
 
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Check out this cool offering. 3 pack Chateau Valandraud ! Contact for pricing and availability.
 
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2021 Jean-Pierre Large’s Morgon full-flavored old-vine Cru Beaujolais Jean-Pierre’s Morgon is one of our tried-and-true favorite wines that has a Burgundian sensibility. Fruity, aromatic, and elegant, you’ll find yourself reaching for it again and again, which is why we call this full-flavored Beaujolais Cru is a sure thing. Jean-Pierre renamed the wine we’ve been importing for years to “Les Délys,” the small town in the Morgon appellation where the Large family has lived for 200+ years. Thanks to his grandfather’s old vines, Jean-Pierre makes a wine with great richness and complexity that is far too easy to enjoy. Put a slight chill on this bottle for optimum enjpyment.
 
 
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New Press for Goldschmidt from James Suckling:
 
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Delays, delays, delays… Chateau Routas’ arrival has been delayed beyond anything we have ever seen. This has nothing to do with the winery and everything to do with the freight forwarder. We have lost the season, but hope Routas fans will still support this fantastic rose when it finally does arrive next week. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 
 
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2021 Pedroncelli Rose 89 Wine Spectator. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.
 
 
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White Rioja is getting a lot of attention lately and with good reason. Here’s a beauty… Bodega Nivarius, Rioja, Finca La Nevera. 92 James Suckling, 91 Wine Advocate.

What really makes this winery unique? Bodega Nivarius exclusively produces white wines from native varieties such as White Maturana, Viura, and Garnacha Blanca.

The vineyards are located at an altitude of 800-850 meters in Nalda. They are north-facing, planted in soils formed in the Cretaceous period. The soil consists of a layer of sand over a subsoil of fragmented limestone, which provides excellent structure and drainage. The result is wines with good tension that express the terroir from which they come and exceptional aging potential.

Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for details and pricing.

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August Pedroncelli… All wines top RIP on 1cs! Available NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 
 
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2016 Goldschmidt Ultimatum. The inaugural vintage is nearly sold out! Get your piece of Goldschmidt history before its gone! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 
 
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2018 Gaillard Crozes-Hermitage Delicious Syrah from Northern Rhône Masters
 
 
Syrah from the Northern Rhône tends to be a bit of a weakness, especially the Gaillard Family’s Crozes-Hermitage. We’ve been importing the Gaillard family’s wines for several years because of their consistent, high-quality, and value – this one is another winner. Perfectly elegant, with alluring floral aromas, berry fruits, earth, and spice, this 100% Syrah is one of the surest values for a high-quality wine from this Cru appellation. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact for details.
 
 

 
2021 Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet Sauvignon Stone Mason Hill Alexander Valley. Join us as we welcome the new vintage of Katherine! This always consistent value Cab continues to dazzle! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  Contact us or your Fedway rep to sample and for pricing/rips. 
 
 
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July is Pedroncelli focus month at Gateway/Fedway. We have great wines and a great sales team! Pedroncelli has been family owned in Sonomas Dry Creek Valley since 1927 and has been a brand represented at Fedway first opened their doors. A brand with both a long standing pedigree and a long relationship with Fedway and NJ. If you don’t know Pedroncelli, let us acquaint you. If Pedroncelli has been a wine you’ve had in the past, it’s time to revisit this Sonoma classic and let us introduce to to their new winemaker Montse Reese.
 
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2018 Paul Garaudet Pommard- Intensity, concentration richness
 
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Deep in color, aromatic, and full of robust, rich flavors, Pommard is considered the defining standard for red Burgundy. Pommard’s intriguing Pinot Noir complexity strikes a magical balance between muscularity, full-bodied richness, and pure grace. There are not a lot of Burgundies that can make that claim. Paul Garaudet is a master who creates astounding wines that last. This wine comes from his one hectare in Pommard, which yields only 150 cases. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Message for pricing and availability.
 
 
 
 

 
 
A whirlwind visit with Nick Goldschmidt in NJ. Always fun and educational. Always great to see old friends and make new ones too! Thanks Nick!
 
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2020 Collovray et Terrier St. Veran- An elegant and charming Chardonnay at a very un Burgundy price. A glass of the Collovray and Terrier St. Veran is a delicious one. With great character and concentration, this Chardonnay packs one mouthful of flavor. Let’s start with the eye-catching golden color that grabs the light just so. Then the friendly, pleasing aromas of citrus, peach, and pear soothe away all of your worries. Your first sip reveals the wine’s beautiful round texture that finishes with honey and hazelnut notes— pure, effortless elegance. The minerality and acid give this wine the stamina to complement those salty dishes, not to mention chicken, cheese, and seafood. Poured BTG at one of NJ’s premier restaurants.
 
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We have some fantastic opportunities from Pedroncelli available to our NJ customers… New vintages, an upcoming July enhanced RIP and even a few wines we can offer as exclusives. Contact us or your Fedway/Gateway rep for details.
 
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We are excited to have Nick Goldschmidt in NJ for a very brief market visit June 6 & 7th. Due to Nick’s extensive travel schedule this year, we only have him for two days, but we are going to make the most of it! We welcome reps and accounts to contact us to see if we can add you to the schedule. Don’t delay… contact us today!
 
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The wait is almost over… 2021 Forefathers & Boulder Bank Sauvignon Blanc
are both arriving this week at Fedway Associates NJ. The delays have been long, but the wait will be well worth it as the vintage is a real winner. We will have ample supply to accomdate bot BTG and reatil sales. Contact us or your Fedway rep to sample.
 
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2018 Couly-Dutheil Clos de l’Echo. Fantastic Cab Franc from one of Loires top producers! Intensely flavored, complex, structured, smooth, concentrated and harmonious! The raspberry, the plummy “vin de truffes” of the Loire makes us crazy for this Cabernet Franc!
 
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This extremely small-production wine comes from the renowned Clos de l’Echo vineyard in Chinon. Without a doubt, it is one of the finest cuvees made by Couly-Dutheil. Available through Cynthia Hurley French wines. Contact us for details and pricing.

The day has finally come! Nick Goldscmidt’s newest wine Ultimatum Oakville Cabernet has arrived! VERY limited! Contact us or your Fedway rep for availability.
 
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2020 Katherine Goldschmidt now in stock! It’s a small vintage, so if you blink, you’ll miss this one. Order now! Available NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.
 
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2019 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon. Available NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.
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2019 Pedroncelli Bushnell Zinfandel 91 Wine Spectator. Very limited! Only 14cs available for NJ. A fantastic single vineyard old vine Zinfandel from the family who’s name in Dry Creek Valley is synonymous with Zin. Don’t miss this one! Available exclusively through Fedway Associates.
 
 
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2019 Hilary Goldschmidt now in stock! The always awesome Hilary continues to impress and remains the best priced single vineyard Oakville Cab on the market! If you can find a better Oakville Cab for the money I say buy it!
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Domaine J.Laurens Cremant de Limoux festive wines for the bubble obsessed. Limoux is located  in the south of France. These perennial favorites are the perfect pick-me-up for any occasion, no matter the size. Limoux is the original source of sparkling wine in France that started the fashion and set the trend, so their delightful bubbles are deliciously satisfying. Even better, their price tags are less than half the cost of an equivalent Champagne. These award winners are great to have at the ready.
 
90 points “Editors’ Choice”- Wine Enthusiast
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Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines
 

Check out Julie Pedroncelli’s blog Vino in My Dino:
 
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New press for Goldschmidt from James Suckling:
 
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Domaine du Rochouard’s La Pierre du Lane 2019 Loire Valley’s Beloved Cabernet Franc
 
 
 
 
A beautiful Cabernet Franc like this can’t come from just anywhere or anyone. This delicious, fruit-driven, aromatically expressive wine comes from the brothers at Domaine de Rochouard. La Pierre du Lane bears the signature of the land on which the grapes grow, a real delight. It’s a hit every vintage, and its affordability makes this red a portfolio favorite. Sink your sniffer into a goblet of Domaine du Rochouard’s La Pierre du Lane, and you might enjoy the nose so much that you forget to take a sip. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

 
Any time is a good time for Rose! While the 2021 Chateau Routas is on it’s way, we still have some 2020 in stock. Still drinking beautifully! Available in NJ from Fedway Associates
 
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Château Pontet-Canet 2016 Pauillac Grand Cru Classé-
 
“A voluptuous wine, this is rich and fruity yet properly balanced by a magnificent structure.”- Roger Voss
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“The 2016 Pontet-Canet is absolutely breathtaking.”- Antonio Galloini
99 pts. – Vinous
 
“A wine that will merit a triple-digit rating in a decade or so.”- Jeb Dunnuck
98+ pts. – Jebdunnuck.com
 
“Rich and decadent, with loads of spicy layers.”- Lisa Perrotti-Brown
98 pts. – Wine Advocate
 
“It’s hard not to fall in love with this wine.” – Jane Anson
98 pts. – Decanter
 
“The finish is long and powerful.” – James Suckling
97 pts. – Jamessuckling.com
 
Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines
 

 
The new vintage of Pedroncelli 007 Block Cabernet Sauvignon is now available. a terrific single vineyard Cab at a fantastic price!
Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.
 
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Our first PO for Goldscmidt’s newest wine Ultimatum has been placed and the wine is on the way! Extremely limited! Reserve today. We will sell out. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.
 
 
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New press for Goldschmidt from The Tasting Panel. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 
 
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2017 Eric de Suremain Monthelie 1er Cru “Sur la Velle” Biodynamic Red Burgundy

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“From a south-facing premier cru, the 2017 Monthélie 1er Cru Sur La Velle exhibits an attractive bouquet of delicately spiced cherry fruit and cassis mingling with nuances of raw cocoa, loamy soil and citrus rind. On the palate, it’s medium to full-bodied, with good concentration, incisive acids and a sappy core of fruit, framed by chalky tannins.”
92 Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines
Message for info or sevenfifty.com/cynthiahurley

Chacras Malbec a single vineyard high elevation 100% Malbec showcasing how Nick Goldschmidt’s talents as a winemaker in Argentina. Malbec of this quality at this price is not to be missed! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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2019 Chelsea Goldschmidt Merlot. If you’re not drinking Merlot, you are missing out on something special! Make 2022 the year you say YES to Merlot! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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2017 Onx Reckoning Tempelton Gap, Paso Robles. 55% Syrah, 15% Petite Sirah, 10% Tempranillo, 10% Grenache, 10%, Zinfandel 94 Wine Enthusiast. Avail in FL through Trotta Wine & Spirits

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2020 Domaine Lavigne Saumur BlancThe Lavigne family’s Chenin Blanc is a delicious food-friendly white that’s perfect for keeping chilled in the fridge. In a word, this Chenin Blanc is “Charmant.” It delights your taste buds with flavors of pears, grapefruits, and lemons. But, this seemingly simple citrus melody also has unusual complexity. Witnessing the care the family puts into every winemaking decision removes any mystery as to why their Saumur Blanc is, frankly, so much better than the other Chenin Blancs out there.

Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines Contact us for details.


 Now in stock and available! The buzz is huge for Nulu! Contact Trotta Wine & Spirits for details and pricing.

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 The 2020 vintage of the always awesome Jean-Pierre Large’s Morgon has arrived. A full-flavored old-vine Cru Beaujolais that has a Burgundian sensibility. Jean-Pierre recently renamed the wine to “Les Délys,” the small town in the Morgon appellation where the Large family has lived for 200+ years. A fantastic Cru wine at an everyday price. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for availability. 


 Pedroncelli Friends Red. A unique blend of Merlot, Zinfandel and Sangiovese. A tasty bargain! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact us or your Fedway rep for pricing. 

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Non alc products are a fast growing category and we have found one that really tastes like an authentic cocktail without the kick. Saint Ivy Classic Cocktails. Available with sugar and sugar free. Contact us for details and availability in your market. Samples upon request.

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 Hey NJ the wait is nearly over… Goldschmidt newest release Ultimatum Oakville Cab will be released soon. Those who have pre ordered, thank you for your patience. For those who have yet to order, there’s still time, but don’t wait as this inaugural vintage will sell out upon arrival. Contact us your your Fedway rep for details.

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New for Florida arriving soon. Two Nulu Bourbon Florida Exclusives Message us for details or Contact Trotta Wine & Spirits at 727.755.1226

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Happy New Year to all our suppliers, wholesale partners and the sales reps who do so much to help our brands. Thank you all for your continued support. We look forward to a great 2022!

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12.09.2021- Winter, Summer, Spring and Fall… Rose is a wine for seasons all. Chateau Routas Rose available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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12.08.2021- Getting hard to find Napa & Sonoma Cab? The problem is not going away any time soon. We have other offerings for Cab that can help. Contact us for details. 


12.07.2021- Increased trucking costs, cardboard, glass, cost of grapes and everything else associated with winemaking and getting wine to your distributors has increased dramatically. Expect to see your favorite wines going up in price. 


12.06.2021- The always awesome Chelsea Goldschmidt scores again! If you’re not drinking more Merlot you need to! This is another stunner from Nick and deserves to be your btg Merlot or on your retail shelf. Contact us, or  your Fedway rep for more details.

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12.03.2021- It’s Friday! What are you drinking this weekend? We will be enjoying some fantastic Bourbon from Kentucky Par. Avail in Florida from Trotta Wine & Spirits. Contact for info and availability.

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12.02.2021- Aha Yeto Estate grown Tequila from the Highlands of Jalisco. Fantastic tequila from a true estate. Why would you drink anything else? Contact for availability.

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12.01.2021- What was your favorite wine of 2021? We’d love to hear!


11.30.2021- Looking for exclusives for your market or private labels for your customers? We can help. Give us a shout for for details.


11.29.2021- Last Call for 2018 Hilary Goldschmidt Oakville Cab. We have  limited  inventory left.  Don’t miss this best value Oakville Cab. Avail NJ from Fedway Associates.


11.26.2021- Pedroncelli Bushnell Zinfandel A fantastic single vineyard Zin at a price that wont break your wine budget. Available NJ from Fedway Associates.

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11.25.2021- Bodegas Proelio Garnacha Viñedos Viejos 2017 Rioja Alta

“Very pretty, old-vine Garnacha with dried strawberry, light vanilla and some floral undertones, such as roses. It’s medium-to full-bodied, layered and firm. Fresh finish. Drink now. “- James Suckling 92 James Suckling Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


11.24.2021- Vincent Lataste, of Bordeaux wine company Sequoia, has been handed an “unprecedented” prison sentence for fraud.

Authorities found that his company “attempted deception on the substantial qualities of wines.”

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/12/bordeaux-producer-sentenced-to-prison-for-wine-fraud/


11.23.2021- Domaine Berthenet Tête de Cuvée 2019 complete with Montagny’s vibrant minerality. Berthenet’s Tête de Cuvée is a blend from all but one of the domaine’s vineyards. Succulent, ripe and honeyed, the calcareous slopes have added freshness, citrus and saline notes. Unoaked, there are beguiling floral notes in this fine Montagny. Drink 2020-2022.”- Andy Howard, MW, Decanter

Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


11.22021- What are you waiting for? Stop holding those bottles for that “special occasion”.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-proper-2bb95611/detail/recent-activity/shares/


11.17.2021- Celebrate National Zinfandel Day with Pedroncelli. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.  

https://discover.thewininghour.com/2021/11/celebrating-nationalzinfandelday-with-pedroncelli-winery/


11.16.2021- Coming soon Goldschmidt Ultimatum Follow QR for videos from Nick

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11.15.2021- 2017 Goldschmidt Vineyards Yoeman Vineyard Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 93 Wine & Spirits Best of the Year Cabernet! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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11.12.2021-  12yo Kentucky Bourbon is becoming increasingly scarce, but we have a great one available in FL from Trotta Wine & Spirits. Contact for details and availability 

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11.11.2021- 2018 Paul Garaudet Pommard- intensity, concentration and richness.

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Deep in color, aromatic, and full of robust, rich flavors, Pommard is considered the defining standard for red Burgundy. Pommard’s intriguing Pinot Noir complexity strikes a magical balance between muscularity, full-bodied richness, and pure grace. There are not a lot of Burgundies that can make that claim. Paul Garaudet is a master who creates astounding wines that last. This wine comes from his one hectare in Pommard, which yields only 150 cases. ASvailable through Cyntrhia Hurley French Wines.


11.10.2021- National Zinfandel Day is November 17th! Check out this blog post from Pedroncelli’s Julie Pedroncelli St John. Pedroncelli is available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

https://www.pedroncelli.com/vino-in-my-dino/post/every-day-should-be-national-zinfandel-day/


11.09.2021- 2018 Hilary Goldschmidt 92Ws. The last three vintages have been 92+. Quality consistency and amazing Value from Oakville.  The winery is sold out, but we have limited inventory still in stock. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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11.08.2021- Wine aged on the ocean floor… Magic or madness? Does the ocean need even more industrialization?

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-11-06/they-say-their-ocean-aged-wine-is-magic-in-a-bottle-a-claim-we-put-to-the-test


11.05.2021-  Warwick Estate. Great values from South Africa. Available in FL from International Wine & Spirits. Contact us for details.

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11.04.2021- 2019 Domaine La Font de Notre Dame Rasteau La Source

Indulgent and utterly reliable, this full-bodied Southern Rhone Cru red wine has delicious bold flavors that satisfy our cravings without thinking twice. Imagine waves of velvety fruit flavors (ripe black cherries meet bramble fruits) with hints of licorice and silky tannins – well, that’s the Roux’s Rasteau. Full-bodied and concentrated, thanks to coming from old vines, this delicious red is hearty enough for the bold flavors of stews and grilled fare. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact for info. 


11.03.2021- 2019 Fidelity Zinfandel Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 92JS

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11.02.2021- Increased costs, high demand, shipping delays, short vintages, supply chain issues. NZ wine producers can no longer keep absorbing these costs. Expect price increases.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/11/02/new-zealand-wine-shortage/


11.01.2021- It may be getting chilly, but Rose is always in season! Chateau Routas Rose.   Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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10.29.2021- Forty-five bottles of vintage wine, some more than 200 years old and worth hundreds of thousands of pounds, were stolen from a Michelin-starred restaurant in Spain.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/wine-robbery-spain-michelin-english-b1948010.html


10.28.2021- Pago de los Abuelos Vinas Centenarias Mencia 2018 opulent red wine of great character.

“Spicy, peppery notes mingle with dark cherry and boysenberry fruit and subtle macerated herb tones. Very savoury palate showing red liquorice, stony minerality and a hint of dried rose character. Impeccable length.”- 95 Decanter World Wine Awards.
Avaialble exclsuively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines 
 

10.27.2021- Herer’s an exclusive opportuinty available for NJ On/Off premise accounts. This wine is not currenlty sold in NJ and can be yours as an exclusive for a minimum purechase. Contact us for details and samples.  

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10.26.2021- 2019 Chelsea Goldschmidt Merlot.  This always awesome Merlot scores again! 93 The Somm Journal. 100% Merlot, 100% Single Vineyard! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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10.25.2021- Philippe Leclerc Les Babillaires 2016 village-level, small production Côte de Nuits

he true essence of great Red Burgundy comes from the Côte de Nuits. Philippe Leclerc’s specialty is Pinot Noir, and this wine comes from his vines in Chambolle Musigny. A driven superstar winemaker, he is committed to capturing and reflecting the excellent limestone soil terroir in this village-level bottling. His wines are built for aging – muscular, concentrated, complex, and powerful. Les Babillaires is a beautiful, full-bodied, rich, and meaty experience. Discover Leclerc’s mastery as he coaxes the best from this finicky grape grown in the ever-changing climatic conditions of the Côte de Nuits. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for pricing and availability. 


10.22.2021- A solid value single vineyard Zin from Pedroncelli. Family owned in the Dry Creek since 1927. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  Untitled


10.21.2021-  French wine is attracting an unlikely new fan base in the US…

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/10/french-wine-attracts-younger-us-men


10.20.2021- 2017 Goldschmidt Vineyards Game Ranch Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon. This always awesome Napa Cab just seems to get better every year! With some of the moist famous neighbors in Oakville at a fraction of the price. Despite the numerous difficulties of the vintage, Nick manages to produce another stunner! Don’t miss this one. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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10.19.2021- RTD volumes have been growing faster than any other major drinks category since 2018, and are expected to significantly outperform the wider beverage alcohol market over the next five years.

https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2021/10/19/RTD-alcohol-volume-share-set-to-double-over-next-five-years?utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=19-Oct-2021&cid=DM983511&bid=1741296287


10.18.2021- 2018 Garaudet Bourgogne Rouge Paul Garaudet’s Bourgogne Rouge is 100% Pinot Noir harvested from Premier Cru sites in the Côte de Beaune. He is a man sculpted by Burgundy, and he goes to extraordinary lengths to make sure his wines are too. This steady at the ready, Red Burgundy from the Côte d’Or is earthy, spicy, and utterly delicious because of the dark cherry and berry fruits embedded in the core. Paul’s wines are not fined or filtered, so you get the very essence of terroir in every sumptuous drop. This bottle delivers such incredible value it is hard not to keep this in your cellar.

Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for details. 


10.15.2021- Supply chain issues continue to plague the industry… Argentina’s wineries can’t bottle due to glass shortages. Wineries are even looking to transport in bulk to the US, but there’s no glass to spare here either. 

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2021-10-08/supply-chain-latest-argentina-doesn-t-have-enough-bottles-for-famed-red-wines


10.14.2021- Follow the latest from Pedroncelli Winery  with Julie Pedroncelli’s Vino In My Dino Blog- https://www.pedroncelli.com/vino-in-my-dino/

Pedroncelli is available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.


10.13.2021-  Ultimatum is selling fast. Reserve today! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact us or your Fedway rep for info. 

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10.12.2021- 2019 Goldschmidt Fidelity Zinfandel 90WS. A great Alexander Valley Zin at a fantastic Price! Available in NJ for Fedway Associates.   fidelityzin


10.11.2021- 2016 Nivarius Edición Limitada White Rioja 

 
“An exotic white with sliced pear, apple and peach aromas and hints of wax on the nose. Full-bodied yet light and focused. Shows length and creamy depth. Drink now and enjoy.”- 92 James Suckling. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. message for availability. 

10.08.2021- Warwick Estate Wine. Fantastic quality and value from one of the best selling wineries in South Africa.  Available in FL through International Wine & Spirits. Contact us you your rep for pricing and to sample. 

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10.07.2021- Doc Wylders Infused Cocktails… coming soon to a hand near you.

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10.06.2021- Domaine Ninot, Chaponniere 2019 unbeatable flavor with terroir tenacity…

Domaine Ninot’s Chaponniere has been called “Lip-smacking, balanced and graceful, with plenty of substance,” by Eric Asimov at The New York Times. We never expect anything less from Erell and her brother, Flavien Ninot. This exquisite single-vineyard Pinot Noir is named after the vineyard from which the fruit is sourced in Rully. The resulting wine sings with a glorious terroir signature that is complete with luscious cherry and black fruits. There is no blending or muddling here for this Red Burgundy from the Côte Chalonnaise. A fantastic value for single Vineyard red Burgundy!


10.05.2021- A great interview with the always opinionated always entertaining Nick Goldschmidt. Goldschmidt Vineyards is available in NJ through Fedway Associates.

https://www.papercitymag.com/restaurants/nick-goldschmidt-wine-new-zeeland-goldschmidt-vineyards/


10.04.2021- 2018 Pedroncelli 007 Block Cabernet Sauvignon. A very limited production 100% Estate Vineyard wine at a fantastic price. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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10.01.2021- October is Goldschmidt month at Fedway!  If you don’t know Nick and his wines you should! Contact us or your Fedway rep to sample.

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9.30.2021- Authentic 12yo Kentucky Bourbon is getting harder to find. Kentucky Par offers amazing quality and heritage with a price that’s in line with other 12 year olds, but with a quality that far exceeds it competitors. But don’t take our word for it, let us taste it with you. Available in FL through Trotta Wine & Spirits. Contact us for details. 

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9.28.2021- Don’t forget… we still have some fantastic Pedroncelli combo case deals available. Contact us or your Fedway Rep for more details. 

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9.27.2021- We are very excited for a huge Goldschmidt Zoom conference with our amazing partners at Fedway Associates. 9.28, we will have Nick and the Fedway sales and management team on a companywide call discussing all thing Goldschmidt and also officially kicking off Nick’s newest project Ultimatum! We look forward to seeing everyone!

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9.24.2021- The organic wine market continues to expand with growing adoption of biodynamic wine production. Increased awareness and popularity among consumers have turned this category from niche to powerhouse.

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/organic-wine-market-projected-expand-113000189.html


9.23.2021- Vigneau-Chevreau Vouvray Cuvée Silex 2020 expressive and pure Chenin Blanc from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

What sets the wines of Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau apart from other Vouvrays? It’s their concentration, depth, purity of flavor, and their tongue-nipping acidity. Quality is paramount at Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau, and it is instantly apparent in the wines. This wine collects rave reviews from the likes of Decanter and Jancis Robinson. Called “Pitch perfect” by wine writer Tamlyn Currine and receiving praise from Jane Anson as, “A wonderful Chenin Blanc from the Loire.” A perpetual high scorer from Decanter with the last serval vintages receiving 95pts. A great wine that is also 100% Biodynamic. Contact us for details. 


9.22.2021- 2019 Katherine Goldschmidt is rocking! Is Nick Goldschmidt a winemaker or a magician? How does he manage to make this wine better and better vintage after vintage? Well, we are going to find out when Nick guides the entire Fedway salesforce through Katherine and the rest of his portfolio on an upcoming Zoom call. Fedway reps, don’t miss what promises to be your best Zoom meeting of the year!  

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9.21.2021-  Hey Florida! We have a great Napa Cab opportunity for you…

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9.20.2021- Seventy Two Bourbon. Non Chill filtered. An outstanding value Bourbon at a very affordable price. Now available in Florida. Contact us for details. 

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9.17.2021- Disputes over possible smoke tainted grapes are heading to court. 

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=251497


9.16.2021- Nicholas Maillart 1er Cru Palatine Brut Champagne 

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 “Serious opulence and finesse come from this wine. A perfect example of Grower Champagne with a complete finish. Fulsome color and big-boned, this is impressive, the 6 g/l of residual sugar finely knit into a texture of ripe, red-berried fruit and self-evident expertise. Ethereal poise, with just a hint of spice. Immediately vital on the palate. Very chewy and demanding, serious but exciting. Citrus fruit with complexity. 95 Decanter. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. This will sell out!  


9.15.2021- Coming soon, the newest release from the mind of Nick Goldschmidt… the inaugural vintage of Goldschmidt Ultimatum Cabernet Sauvignon Double Rock Vineyard Oakville, Napa. 100% Cabernet, 100% new French Oak, 100% Single Vineyard. Extremely limited! Only 50 bottles available for NJ. Contact us or your Fedway rep for details. 

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9.14.2021- Can crushing right in the vineyard with a mobile winery improve quality and cut back on costs?

The faster grapes are crush and pressed after harvest the better. This new process can turn the fruit into juice in as little as 30 minutes once picked. Processing grapes right in the vineyard could lead to better quality and safer more sustainable practices.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/business/grapes-crushed-right-in-the-vineyard-sonoma-county-winery-tries-something/


9.13.2021- 2019 Pedroncelli Pinot Noir 92BTI. A fantastic Russian River Pinot value! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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9.10.2021- It has become a lot harder than most people think to get grapes into a bottle and onto the shelf. What one winemaker’s pricing decisions tell us about the choice between absorbing rising costs, or passing them on to consumers.

https://www.wsj.com/video/series/in-depth-features/what-one-winemaker-pricing-decisions-tell-us-about-inflation/33DA872E-8855-453F-91D8-02EB9C03AE7A


9.09.2021- Castell d’Age Anne Marie Brut Nature Reserva 2017 lively authentic bubbly

he Anne Marie Brut Nature Cava is delicious. Cava is the Spanish equivalent of Champagne, only at a mere fraction of the cost. You’ll love these bubbles from our organic producer Castell d’Age. Made from a blend of 40% Macabeo, 40% Xarl-lo, and 20% Parellada, this exceptional dry wine hits a sweet-spot. It is lively and fresh on the palate, with delicate brioche notes against a backdrop of ripe fruits and nuts. With a full finish, good length, and long-lasting flavor, it has easy appeal. Try a glass with appetizers, or seafood, fish, and even semi-matured cheeses.. Available through CVynthia Hurley French Wines.


9.08.2021- It has become a lot harder than most people think to get grapes into a bottle and onto the shelf. What one winemaker’s pricing decisions tell us about the choice between absorbing rising costs, or passing them on to consumers.

https://www.wsj.com/video/series/in-depth-features/what-one-winemaker-pricing-decisions-tell-us-about-inflation/33DA872E-8855-453F-91D8-02EB9C03AE7A


9.07.2021-  Rose Piscine… The always on the rocks Rose. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates, FL from Trotta Wine and MO from PowerPlay Beverage. Contact us for availability in other markets. 

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9.03.2021- Warwick Estate Wines. Available in FL from International Wine & Spirits. Contact us or your IWS rep for availability.  Untitled


9.02.2021- 2019 Katherine Goldschmidt now available! Contact us or your Fedway Associates rep to order. 

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9.01.2021- Domaine de Maltaverne Pouilly-Fumé 2019 refined, chiseled, and refreshing.

Gilles Maudry is the proprietor of Domaine de Maltaverne. For three generations, the Maudry family has been based in an authentic 19th-century farmhouse in Tracy-sur-Loire, across the river from Sancerre. Along with his father, Matthieu, Gilles produces some of the best examples of Pouilly-Fumés with their unique smoky flint natures we’ve ever had the pleasure of tasting.
 
Pouilly-Fumé is the result of aromatic Sauvignon Blanc grown in Kimmeridgian soils. Sauvignon Blanc is particularly suited to the cool climate of the western reaches of the Loire Valley. And it does well in the different terroirs found in Pouilly-Fumé. The Maudy’s vineyards all have the prized white limestone Kimmeridgian soils (fossilized oyster shells) that imbibe the Sauvignon Blanc wines with beautiful minerality and flint-like smokiness. 

Available from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


8.31.2021- 2016 Pedroncelli Bushnell Zinfandel 

92 Points & Best Buy “…this wine bridges summer cherries and August cherry tomatoes in its gentle spicy and juicy ripeness. The delicate tannins raise it to another level, adding scents of roses, the earthiness of fig skin and what Daniel Osman of the Dream Away Lodge in Becket, MA, described as “tight, tongue-twisting acai astringency.” Give it time in a decanter as you prep cioppino.” —Joshua Greene

Available in NJ exclusivley through Fedway Assoicates. 


8.30.2021- Summer 2021 may be coming to an end, but Rose season is 12 months a year! Routas available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  Untitled


8.27.2021- Fidelity Red scores again! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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8.26.2021- Couly-Dutheil’s Les Chanteaux 2019 fan favorite Chenin Blanc

Couly-Dutheil’s Les Chanteaux is undeniably a delicious and unique expression of Chenin Blanc. This broad-shouldered beauty from Chinon is a favorite that’s developed a cult following that’s hard to keep in stock. This gorgeous white wine is dry, round, and vibrant with floral aromas and luscious fruit flavors – a little melon, white pear, and pineapple on the palate. With stunning aromatic purity this is a bottle of joy for any Chenin Blanc fan.
Available from Cynthia Hurlkey French Wines 

8.25.2021- Pedroncelli Winery Making connections with winemaker Montse Reese. 

https://www.pedroncelli.com/vino-in-my-dino/post/making-connections-montse-reece/


8.24.2021- Better materials, vineyard longevity, higher quality, and increasing consumer demand are creating a healthier bottom line for organically farmed wines.

Vintners are seeing that organic farming costs are not the barrier they were once considered to be. More experience and know-how, improved materials, and new equipment have created better production methods that can make organic as financially profitable as farming conventionally—and sometimes more so. 

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-organic-winegrowing-can-be-more-profitable-than-conventional/


8.23.2021- Hilary Goldschmidt strikes again! Winemaker extraordinaire Nick Goldschmidt has done it again with the 2018 vintage of Hilary Goldschmidt. another 90+ score! This amazing Oakville Cab will dazzle the senses and still leave you with enough left to pay the mortgage.  Available in NJ exclusively through Fedweay Associates. 

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8.20.2021-  Clos San Quilico Rosé 2020 one delicious mouthful of red-berry flavor

 A simply superb blend of Niellucio (Sangiovese) and Grenache not only enticed us, but it showcases how terroir and native grapes create one beautiful pink Rosé. Coming all the way from Clos San Quilico on the Mediterranean island of Corsica, you’ll love how this crisp wine has flavorsome delicate red-berry aromas and flavors. A glass of this Rosé delivers refreshment with delicious flavors and minerality. Try serving it with light, savory dishes – salads, pizzas, grilled meat, and fish – but it’s also terrific on its own. Available Through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


8.19.2021- There is a less talked about competitive issue that has emerged as a recurring theme – the time it takes for new winemaking products to be approved for commercial use.

In the comments on TTB’s Request for Information on Promoting Competition in the Beer, Wine, and Spirits Markets, product approval times continue to be a barrier.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=250225


8.18.2021- Kentucky Par 12 year olsd Bourbon. An amazing Bourbon with and equally amazing history! Available in FL though Trotta Wine. Contact us for details. 

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8.17.2021- Pedroncelli Pinot Noir. 100% Russian River Pinot, 100% French Oak. And as always with Pedroncelli, A fantastic value! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associate.   Untitled


8.16.2021- Coursodon 2012 Silice Rouge stunning Syrah from the Northern Rhone

“Brilliant ruby. Spice-accented black raspberry, mocha, pipe tobacco and licorice on the nose, with a sexy floral top note. Sweet, spicy and penetrating, displaying a silky texture to its dark berry and spice cake flavors. Shows pinot-like character–or at least pinot from a warm region. Finishes round and supple, with soft tannins, good breadth and a lingering suggestion of violet.”- 92 Josh Raynolds, Vinous
Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines
 

8.13.2021- “Drinking good wine with good food in good company is one of life’s most civilized pleasures.”— Michael Broadbent


8.12.2021- 2018 Singing Tree Russian River Chardonnay. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  

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8.11.2021- Better materials, vineyard longevity, higher quality, and increasing consumer demand are creating a healthier bottom line for organically farmed wines.

Vintners are seeing that organic farming costs are not the barrier they were once considered to be. More experience and know-how, improved materials, and new equipment have created better production methods that can make organic as financially profitable as farming conventionally—and sometimes more so. 

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-organic-winegrowing-can-be-more-profitable-than-conventional/


08.10.2021- Plenty of rose season left. Routas Rose Provence. An amazing value! Available NJ from, Fedway Associates.  

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8.09-2021- Doc Wylders Infused Cocktails… coming soon to hand near you! Contact for details. 

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8.06.2021- Archaeologists off the coast of Palermo, Sicily, have discovered an ancient Roman shipwreck laden with amphorae, or jars used mainly for transporting wine and olive oil.

On board the wreck was a “copious cargo” of wine amphorae, writes Lorenzo Tondo for the Guardian. Authorities hailed the find as one of most important archaeological discoveries made in the region in recent years.

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-find-ancient-roman-vessel-near-sicily-180978313/


8.05.2021-  Eric de Suremain, Rully 1er Cru Pillot, L’intemporelle 2017 exceptional 1er cru Chardonnay

“Produced from vines planted in 1920 in an east/southeast-facing premier cru, de Suremain’s finest white is the 2017 Rully 1er Cru Pillot L’intemporelle, a striking wine that offers up attractive aromas of confit citrus, crisp green orchard fruit and almond paste. On the palate, it’s medium to full-bodied, deep and multidimensional, with racy acids and a promising sense of tension and structural reserve. It’s well worth seeking out. Drink 2020-2035.”- 93 William Kelley, Wine Advocate

Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


8.04.2021-From Nick Goldschmidt… the inaugural vintage of Ultimatum. VERY limited release of this 2016 vintage Oakville Cabernet. Release expected for October.  Available exclusively through Fedway Associates. Scan the QR code for video’s from Nick. 

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8.03.2021- Philippe Leclerc les Bon Batons 2017 single-vineyard Pinot Noir from the Côte de Nuits

Philippe Leclerc and his wines are extraordinary, and Les Bon Batons is a beautiful example of a very traditional Bourgogne Rouge with lots of muscle, flavor, and depth. “Les Bon Batons” is located in the Côte de Nuits just on the other side of the road of Chambolle-Musigny. It is a small vineyard (less than 2 acres) and is one of the elusive Bourgogne level bottlings allowed a single vineyard name. We hold fast to those dedicated winemakers who do not rush to get their wines to market quickly. Leclerc does everything to preserve the essence of craft and terroir. We love this wine because it’s everything you want in a 1st class Pinot Noir from Burgundy that won’t break the bank. Available from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


8.02.2021- Ancient Roman Shipwreck Loaded With Wine Amphorae Found Off Sicilian Coast

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/archaeologists-find-ancient-roman-vessel-near-sicily-180978313/


7.30.2021- Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon is always an awesome value from this family owned winery since 1927. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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7.29.2021- PetitJean-Pienne Grower Champagne Blanc de Blanc and Rosé

Champagne has a way of transforming a party into a celebration, all with its ceremonial “Pop.” We can’t think of a better way to treat ourselves than with a bottle of the good stuff, and by that, we mean Grower Champagne. The PetitJean-Pienne’s Champagnes are exquisite, dry, and creamy. From this small but mighty house comes some of the best Champagnes we’ve tasted with grapes from their own vineyards. Elegant and golden robed, the Coeur de Chardonnay is a stunning Grand Cru Champagne that reveals the fantastic chalk soils of the Côte des Blanc.The Brut Rosé is singularly refreshing with fruit and elegance in a beautiful shade of salmon. Both wines have very fine bubbles with a hint of minerality that unfolds as the perfect accompaniment to lobster salad, oysters, sushi, and even a weekend brunch favorite – Eggs-Benedict.

Available through Cynthia Hurley French wines. Message us for details and availability in your market. 


7.28.2021- Eagle Lake Cabernet Sauvignon. A great btg Cab. Available for FL & other markets. Contact us for details. Chard, Pinot, SB and Merlot also available. 

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7.27.2021-  A great video from the Sonoma County Growers Association 

https://sonomacountyvintners.app.box.com/s/n7inxc0szwt4xaokdga9i82j6kr9dou9/file/818589663736


7.26.2021- Alarming climate change: Earth heads for its tipping point as it could reach +1.5 °C over the next 5 years, WMO finds in the latest study.

There is a 90 % likelihood that at least one of the next five years, including 2021, becoming the warmest on record. 

https://www.severe-weather.eu/global-weather/climate-change-tipping-point-global-temperature-increase-mk/


7.23.2021- We are often asked about the story behind the Goldschmidt PLUS wines. Here it is…

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7.22.2021- Singing Tree Russian River & Singing Tree Dutton Chardonnay from Goldschmidt Vineyards. Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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7.21.2021- Alarming climate change: Earth heads for its tipping point as it could reach +1.5 °C over the next 5 years, WMO finds in the latest study.

There is a 90 % likelihood that at least one of the next five years, including 2021, becoming the warmest on record. 

https://www.severe-weather.eu/global-weather/climate-change-tipping-point-global-temperature-increase-mk/


7.20.2021-  We are down to the end of the 2018 vintage of Katherine Goldschmidt. The 2019 is ready to go (and it’s terrific), but first we must say au revoir to the 2018. We have less than a pallet left, so grab some of this wine while you can. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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7.192021- 2019 Pedroncelli Friends Red… A new vintage and a new label. A tasty red blend at a fantastic price! Avalaible in NJ exclusively through Fedway Assocviates.

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7.16.2021- 2016 Couly-Dutheil Baronnie Madeleine 92 Editors’ Choice – Wine Enthusiast

“In this rich, wood-aged wine, ripe berry fruits are balanced by a complex structure for a ripe medley of flavors. The wine is just beginning to hint of a comfortable maturity, with tannins melting into the autumnal flavors. Drink the wine from late 2021.”

Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Message for info. 


7.15.2021- Presenting the newest wine from Nick Goldschmidt… 2016 Ultimatum Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon. Expecting a fall release. NJ will only recive 50 bottles of this tiny production wine! Contact us for information and to reserve. We experct it will be sold out prior to arrival.  

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7.14.2021- Is the language of wine about flexing knowledge and one upmanship, or a way to convey information about wine in an interesting and relatable way? This is why many people feel wine is inaccessible. We need to do better.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/wine-language-stop-drinking-essay


7.13.2021- Pedroncelli Winery celebrates their Rose. The Pedroncelli’s have been making Rose at their winery in the Dry Creek Valley since 1954. Check it this blog post by Julie Pedroncelli where she discusses the history of the wine

https://www.pedroncelli.com/vino-in-my-dino/post/hip-hip-ros%C3%A9/


7.12.2021- 2019 Bodegas Bravo Escos Pas Dels Caus. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines 

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7.09.2021- Bodega Martinez Lacuesta Rioja Reserva 2010 “well-priced overachiever” Spanish Red

“Fine aromas of brandied cherry, spiced plum and earth get this reserva from a great vintage off to an impressive start. The layered palate is lively but showing maturity, while it tastes of black currant, brown sugar and myriad spices. A peppery, chocolaty, dry finish is beyond nice. Drink this well-priced overachiever through 2025.”- Michael Schachner, Wine Enthusiast
 
Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for more info.

7.08.2021- Warwick Estate Wines. One of SA’s biggest names in wine is now available in Florida. Available through International Wine & Spirits (IWS). Contact us or your local rep for more info.  Untitled


7.07.2021-  2018 Pedroncelli Cabernet Sauvignon Three Vineyards Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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7.06.2021- Fidelity Zinfandel by Nick Goldschmdt. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. A fantastic value single vinryard small procution Zin!

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7.05.2021- Doc Wylders Infused Cocktails. Coming soomn to a hand near you! Message us for details…

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7.02.2021- kentucky Par 12 year old Bourbon. Ag reat Bourbon with a cool family history.  Available in FLK from Trotta Wine & Spirits. Message us for details. 

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7.01.2021- Is the language of wine about flexing knowledge and one upmanship, or a way to convey information about wine in an interesting and relatable way?

This is why many people feel wine is inaccessible.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/wine-language-stop-drinking-essay


6.30.2021- Gaillard’s St. Joseph Blanc 2018 Roussane from the slopes of N. Rhone

“The orange-scented, truffled, honey-laden 2018 Saint Joseph Blanc has that “it” factor. Full-bodied, rich and silky, it’s harmonious and exotic, with ample concentration and length. It should provide delicious drinking over the next few years, perhaps longer. Drink 2019 – 2023.”- 93 Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate
Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines
 

6.29.2021- oops indeed!

Having kept it safe for nearly two decades, Pete Jones was looking forward to the day he would finally open his prized bottle of 1999 Petrus on a special occasion. Unfortunately, the dreams of savoring his prized bottle were shattered, when his daughter and her friends used it to make sangria.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9726487/You-plonkers-Daughter-19-opens-fathers-2-000-vintage-Petrus-make-sangria.html


6.28.2021- Goldschmidt Vineyards Top wines. The best of the best from GV! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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6.25.2021- Looking for private labels? Wine, Spirits, RTD? Various price points and regions available. We can help. Contact for details. 


6.24.2021- Only a few cases remain… Grab some while you can. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  wisdom


6.23.2021-  We are still doing virtual events, so if you are looking for some fun summer tastings done online, we have several winemakers/owners available for your on and off premise tastings. Contact for details and availability. 


6.22.2021- Think shipping is bad now… we ain’t seen nothing yet.

It’s not just delays of product delivery, it’s delays of glass, closures, boxes, you name it.

https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2021-06-20/chaos-in-container-shipping-goes-beyond-the-suez-fiasco-and-backed-up-ports


6.21.2021-  Abadia da Cova XUNO 2018 a lush and structured Mencia beauty

Named for Ancient Roman Goddess XUNO (Juno), Jupiter’s wife, this Mencia is complex and lush. Mencia is a tricky grape to grow and make into good wine, which is why we stand behind this excellent effort made by Nacho Alvarez at Bodega Abadia da Cova. You get the lush fruitiness Mencia fans crave, with just enough oak aging to give this wine great structure. Aromatically XUNO is intense with a bouquet of black and red fruits, coffee, tobacco, herbs, and minerals. A fantastic wine to drink, Try XUNO with meats and roasted vegetables. It’s a red wine that you will find yourself reaching for again and again. Available exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French WInes. 


6.18.2021- The RTD sector is now bigger in volume than the total spirits category in the US and is expected to overtake wine this year.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/06/rtds-to-become-second-biggest-alcohol-category-in-us/


6.17.2021- Check out Julie Pedroncelli being interviewed on the Somm & Somm’er podcast. Pedroncelli Wines are available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/part-1-pedroncelli-winery-with-julie-pedroncelli-st-john/id1504983980?i=1000519450736


6.16.2021- Is $8000/t for Napa Cab grapes a sustainable price?

Napa Cabernet Sauvignon prices rose by 26 percent per year between 2005 and 2019. According to the CDFA/NASS’s California Grape Crush Report, the average price of Cabernet Sauvignon in Napa County exceeded $8,000 per ton in 2019.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=246579


6.15.2021- 2017 Goldschmidt Vineyards Game Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon now in stock! Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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6.14.2021-  Many of us know what a correctly shaped glass can do to enhance your wine, but can the color of your glass also effect a wines taste?

https://vinepair.com/picks/does-colored-glass-change-wine-taste/


6.11.2021- Jean-Pierre Large’s Morgon 2019 full-flavored old-vine Cru Beaujolais 94 James Suckling!

Jean-Pierre’s Morgon is one of our tried-and-true favorite wines that has a Burgundian sensibility. Fruity, aromatic, and elegant, you’ll find yourself reaching for it again and again, which is why we call this full-flavored Beaujolais Cru is a sure thing. Jean-Pierre renamed the wine we’ve been importing for years to “Les Délys,” the small town in the Morgon appellation where the Large family has lived for 200+ years. Thanks to his grandfather’s old vines, Jean-Pierre makes a wine with great richness and complexity that is far too easy to enjoy. Put a slight chill on this bottle and you’ll understand why it always makes its way onto our table – Summer, Spring, Winter, and Fall. Available in from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 


6.10.2021- Introducing the newest wine from Goldschmidt Vineyards…. Ultimatum. Fall 2021 release. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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6.09.2021- Is $8000/t for Napa Cab grapes a sustainable price?

Napa Cabernet Sauvignon prices rose by 26 percent per year between 2005 and 2019. According to the CDFA/NASS’s California Grape Crush Report, the average price of Cabernet Sauvignon in Napa County exceeded $8,000 per ton in 2019.

Is just being from Napa reason enough to command these prices? What do you think?

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=246579


6/08.2021- Pedroncelli Combo Cases available! 

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6.07.2021-  Doc Wylders Infused Lemonade. Now Available. Contact for details… 

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6.04.2021- Philippe Leclerc les Bon Batons 2017 single-vineyard Pinot Noir from the Côte de Nuits.

Philippe Leclerc and his wines are extraordinary, and Les Bon Batons is a beautiful example of a very traditional Bourgogne Rouge with lots of muscle, flavor, and depth. “Les Bon Batons” is located in the Côte de Nuits just on the other side of the road of Chambolle-Musigny. It is a small vineyard (less than 2 acres) and is one of the elusive Bourgogne level bottlings allowed a single vineyard name. We hold fast to those dedicated winemakers who do not rush to get their wines to market quickly. Leclerc does everything to preserve the essence of craft and terroir. We love this wine because it’s everything you want in a 1st class Pinot Noir from Burgundy that won’t throw you back $60 a bottle. Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Message for pricing and availability 


6.03.2021- Pierre Gaillard Clos de Cuminaille 2019 from a privileged walled-vineyard in St. Joseph

“Beautiful combination of fresh blackberry, bacon fat and cinnamon spice. This is rounded, concentrated and elegant on the palate. No excess weight or alcohol, lovely deep-set acidity and a long finish. An exceptional vintage for Cuminaille. Such a beautiful wine, as good as many Côte-Rôties this year. Smart buy. A 3ha plot in Chavanay grown on granite planted in 1981. All destemmed. Aged for 18 months in barriques, 40% new. Drink 2021-2027.”-Matt Walls, Decanter
 
Available in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. ontact us for availabilioty in other markets. 

6.02.2021- Looking for private labels? We can help. From great values for btg to Napa and Sonoma Cabs that punch WAY above their price points. Minimum quantites vary. Contact us for details and samples. 


6.01.2021- 2020 Chateau Routas Rose 88pts Wine Spectator. More great press for this alwasy awesome Provence Rose. If you can find a higher quality, more consistent better priced Provence Rose than Routas we say buy it.  But it’s never going to happen… Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedweay Associates. 

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https://www.winespectator.com/articles/tasting-highlights-9-refreshing-provence-rose-wines-for-summer


5.28.2021- Great press for 2019 Jean-Pierre Large Les Délys Morgon. 94 James Suckling

https://www.jamessuckling.com/wine-tasting-reports/great-value-2019-bojo-crus-30-drink-now/

Winemaker Jean-Pierre Large is the Beaujolais Cru-master behind the exceptional Domaine Cheysson Chiroubles. The Morgon comes from Jean-Pierre’s grandfather. The name of the property pays homage to the birthplace of his family. His grandfather called this place “Les Délys,” said to be “the cradle of his family,” where they have lived for 200+ years. It is in the commune of Villié Morgon.

If you love Beaujolais or haven’t yet discovered how great Cru Beaujolais can be these wines are worthy of your attention!

Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. sevenfifty.com/cynthiahurley


5.27.2021- 2018 Pedroncelli Bushnell Zinfandel. Here is another stabdout Zin, this tinme form Pedroncelli. Fantastic single vineyard wine that over dfeliveres in a big way! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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5.26.20201- What do tannins do? Where do they come from? How to describe them?
Great article from the Wine Enthusiast breaks it all down.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/11/tannins-wine-guide/


5.25.2021- 2019 Fidelity Zinfandel now available! This bargain Zinfandel continues to impress for it’s quality, value and consistency.  Single vineyard old vine Zin for under $20! Available in NJ exclusivley through Fedway Associates 

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5.24.2021- Sulfites have long been said to cause adverse reactions in some wine drinkers, but a recent research paper argues that sulfites might not be the culprit.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/05/24/sulfites-headache-wine-science/


5.21.2021- Scammers have increasingly used wine-themed domain names to target potential victims. 

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/cyber-security-experts-warn-over-online-wine-scams-457647/


5.20.2021- 2019 Warwick Estate First Lady Sauvignon Blanc 88WS. South African wines continue to offer great quality value! Available in FL from International Wine & Spirits. Contact for availability in other markets.  

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5.19.2021- The 2020 crop report found that the value of agricultural production in Napa County was only about half the previous year’s total.

Agricultural Commissioner Tracy Cleveland said Tuesday that the overall value of wine grape crops, a product that overshadows other agricultural production in Napa County, dropped from $937 million in 2019 to $461 million in 2020. The overall production of the crop also decreased by 60,000 tons compared to the year before.

https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2021/05/19/napa-countys-wine-grape-production-only-half-of-previous-years/


5.18.2021- Domaine Berthenet Aligoté 2019 the other delicious white from Burgundy

From the Berthenet family Domaine in Montagny, this delicious Aligoté knows how to kick things off as an aperitif. Aligoté is the other white grape from Burgundy that’s worth seeking out. Known for its endearing lemon-citrus flavor and dried floral notes, this everyday gem satisfies those looking for simple pleasures. Boasting a pale-yellow color, this wine’s nose bursts with fresh fruits, and its slight richness adds volume but will not distract you from enjoying sip after sip. The acidity adds an extra zippiness that makes this the perfect dining companion for salads, seafood, light pasta dishes, and more.  Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 


5.17.2021- Pedroncelli Winery Quality & Value since 1927.  Want press? We got that too… Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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5.14.2021- Chacras Malbec Uco Valley Mendoza. Amazing small production, high elevation single vineyard wine from Nick Goldschmidt. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  

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5.13.2021- While NorCal winemakers continue to be forced to innovate due to drought, could it actually be a good thing? There are benefits to dry farming that go beyond conservation.

Deeper root establishment of dry-farmed vines makes them more capable of weathering climatic variation and more resilient to drought conditions.

Necessity is the mother of invention.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/05/03/drought-sonoma-mendocino-viticulture/?utm_campaign=2932490_WEM%20BIE%2005%2F12&utm_medium=email&utm_source=dotmailer&dm_i=28KR,1QUQ2,74XNNS,5ZIKO,1


5.12.2021- Château Vieux-Georget 2018 organic estate bottled Bordeaux

The easy-drinking personality of Château Vieux-Georget means you can happily open a bottle any night of the week. This Bordeaux Supérieur comes from a small-family estate (where it’s grown, made, and bottled), delivering one juicy mouthful of red fruit deliciousness. A subtle earthiness gives the wine dimension without weight, and the supple tannins that lead to a long finish make this a hit.  Available in NJ From Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for availably in other markets. 


5.11.2021- Stealth Napa Cab. Value driven Napa Cab sourced from top name wineries.
Contact us for availability in FL. Also available in other markets.  
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5.10.2021- 2019 Goldschmidt Fidelity Zinfandel Railyard Vineyard Alexander Valley 90 WS. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.

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5.07.2021- Seventy Two Bourbon  4 years in American oak Mash bill of Whiter corn and rye. Rich, complex and undeniably smoooothhhhh! Contact us for details. 

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5.06.2021- Warwick Estate Wine from South Africa launching in June in FL. Available through International Wine & Spirits. Also seeking other markets. Contact us for details.  warweick


5.05.2021- Whatchu lookin at? Doc Wylder’s Infused Lemonades are coming soon to your market. A fantastic RTD cocktail made with high quality Bourbon, Tequila and Vodka  not a seltzer ort malt based, but a real cocktail! Contact us for details.  wylders_prodshot2


5.04.2021- Things are happening… can you feel it? If you cant, reach out! We have some great brands and exciting new products to offer.  Message us for more info.


5.03.2021- An olive oil tree disease in Italy could upend the multi billion dollar olive oil industry and spread to other tree species.  

https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/olive-oil-disease-italy


4.30.2021- And now for some positive news…

Rob McMillan executive VP of Silicon Valley Bank’s wine division who in the past has been know for his doom and gloom predictions, said he expects wine sales to skyrocket over the next 12 to 18 months, with growth rates the industry hasn’t seen in decades.

“Every analysis I see just keeps talking about pent-up demand,” McMillan told Wine-Searcher.”

Who doesn’t like the sound of that?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/04/us-wine-sales-set-to-skyrocket


4.29.2021 Turn it up to 11 with this always awesome Cab from Nick Goldschmidt! Available in NJ exclsuively through Fedway Associates. 

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4.28.2021- Goldschmidt Sining Tree Dutton Ranch. A small production Chard from the famed Dutton Ranch vinryard. Avail in NJ from Fedway Associates. 

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4.27.2021-La Font de Notre Dame Gigondas. Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 

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4.26.2021- We are down to the last few six packs of this fantastic Cabernet from Pedroncelli. The new vintage is on the way, but don’t miss this! 

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4.23.2021- 2018 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon now in stock! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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4.22.2021-  2017 Couly Dutheil Clos de l’Echo Chinon 83WE. Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 

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4.21.2021- The first release of Kentucky Par 12 year old Bourbon. Kentucky Par has an amazing history dating back to the 1930’s. This new release is an homage to the original Pre prohibition Kentucky Par. Available in Florida from Trotta Wine & Spirits. Very limited! Contact us for details. 

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4.20.2021- Low alcohol wines are quickly becoming a new category not just a trend.

https://www.sonomanews.com/article/lifestyle/interest-is-high-in-lower-alcohol-wines/


4.19.2021- Measuring wine beyond the usual vintage-quality metrics of seasonal conditions, temperatures and ripeness by getting into things like biodiversity, vine age canopy and more.

Giovanni Bigot agronomist and researcher from Italy’s Friuli region has developed an intriguing 100-point scale for measuring the potential of vineyards to produce great and unique wines.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/terroir-on-a-100-point-scale-can-great-vineyards-be-measured


4.16.2021- Miami restaurants, which have been allowed to operate at 100 percent capacity since October, are packed.

This energy has attracted many out-of-town restaurant heavyweights and the excitement is off the charts.

https://robbreport.com/food-drink/dining/why-miami-hottest-dining-city-america-1234607434/


4.15.2021- New Press for 2020 Chateau Routas Rose! Arriving soon to NJ available exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact for availability in Florida.  21routas


4.14.2021- Hey NJ… we have new exciting things coming soon for Rose Piscine! Stay tuned for more.  Now seeking new distributor partners for Florida, California and Texas. Message us for info. 

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4.13.2021- Eric de Suremain, Rully 1er Cru Pillot, L’intemporelle 2017 exceptional 1er cru Chardonnay 

“Produced from vines planted in 1920 in an east/southeast-facing premier cru, de Suremain’s finest white is the 2017 Rully 1er Cru Pillot L’intemporelle, a striking wine that offers up attractive aromas of confit citrus, crisp green orchard fruit and almond paste. On the palate, it’s medium to full-bodied, deep and multidimensional, with racy acids and a promising sense of tension and structural reserve. It’s well worth seeking out. Drink 2020-2035.” 93 Wine Advocate

Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 


4.12.2021- Great press for Goldschmidt Vineyards! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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4.09.2021- Great article! What’s your take on wine influencers?

For so long the major wine press has controlled the wine review world. Now influencers have stepped in and some people don’t like it.

While there is no question the press helps sell massive amounts wine and I have certainly benefited countless times from a great review, we need more people drinking wine, so we must broaden our reach and welcome other voices. It is a great way to reach those not targeted by typical wine marketing or for wineries selling what some may view as non traditional brands.

The idea that anyone with a phone can produce content and make a statement is very powerful. Small wineries who lack marketing budgets need to find low cost ways to build brand awareness. Depending on your target audience, sending a few bottles to someone to talk about on their Instagram, is a hell of a lot cheaper and possibly further reaching than traditional advertising.

Agree?

https://www.winemag.com/2021/04/06/wine-influencers-major/


4.08.2021- We have lots of opportunities for virtual consumer events. Goldschmidt, Pedroncelli, Seventy Two Bourbon, and more. It has been fun doing these events for consumer events, staff trainings, charity events and more. We can customize to fit your budget, calendar and audience. We can geek out or just have fun. Contact us for details. 


4.07.2021- An exciting new producer from Priorat joins the Cynthia Hurley Portfolio!

The first releases from Bodega Bravo Escos – A small artisan winery founded by Luis Bravo, is located right in the heart of the Priorat, near Torroja del Priorat.

Amazing viticultural practices, sustainable (soon to be certified organic), working with both indigenous and international varietals, resulting in modern wines that are extremely expressive, refined and elegant.

“Work with the soils. Get to know them, experiment with the compounds of the land: clay, rocks, slates, granites, the contrasts… It’s not the barrel that creates the soul, it’s the soil that gives character.”

Available from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us  for NJ & FL. For all other markets, contact Craig Gandolf

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4.06.2021- Cara Nord Blanc 2018 intense and fresh mountain wine

Mountain fruit makes excellent wine, and this wonderfully crisp white from Cara Nord Blanc is a superb example. Cara Nord was established by three good friends and winemakers who wanted to make high-altitude wines. This blend of Macabeu, Chardonnay, and Trepat delivers pure enjoyment from their backbreaking efforts. Cara Nord Blanc is somewhat exotic, with a hint of salinity and a velvety soft texture. The wine’s aromas are subtle – green plum and grapefruit with a floral background. A sip reveals tropical flavors such as pineapple and passion fruit with distinctive mineral notes. Authentic and unique, this white will make your fried seafood or grilled shrimp sing. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 


4.05.2021- We are sorry to report that our shipment of 2020 Chateau Routas Rose is delayed. Shipping difficulties started long before thge Suez Canal incident and have only be exacerbated. We expect goods to land in NJ and be ready to ship before the eom. Contact your Fedway/Lauber rep or follow our Instagram for updates. 

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4.02.2021- An exciting new producer from Priorat joins the Cynthia Hurley Portfolio!

The first releases from Bodega Bravo Escos – A small artisan winery founded by Luis Bravo, is located right in the heart of the Priorat, near Torroja del Priorat.

Amazing viticultural practices, sustainable (soon to be certified organic), working with both indigenous and international varietals, resulting in modern wines that are extremely expressive, refined and elegant.

“Work with the soils. Get to know them, experiment with the compounds of the land: clay, rocks, slates, granites, the contrasts… It’s not the barrel that creates the soul, it’s the soil that gives character.”

Available from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


4.01.2021- 2018 Collovray et Terrier Viré-Clessé 

When we look to find a great value Chardonnay in Burgundy, we head south to the Mâconnais. That’s where you’ll find Domaine Collovray et Terrier, who craft high-quality everyday wines at everyday prices. The Viré-Clessé is 100% Chardonnay that is concentrated and aromatic. The wine’s pale golden color gives way to a beautiful bouquet of acacia and possibly almond flowers. It has hints of lemon and apples on the palate, with a delicate round mouthfeel and richness. As with French Chardonnay, the wonderful flavors are pure since there is no heavy-handed oak treatment. It’s a solid value that always great to have on hand when you crave one delicious glass of white Burgundy. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


3.31.2021- Hilary Goldschmidt scores again! We have had several vintages in a row of great press for Hilary Goldschmidt Oakville Cabernet and the 2017 vintage is no exception. A very small vintage, so only have a few cases left at Fedway and the winery is sold out. Don’t miss this fantastic Oakville Cab at a very un Oakville like price!

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3.30.2021- More great Pedroncelli Press! Beverage Testing Institute  PedroncelliBTIPress


3.29.2021-  Last few cases left of this fantastic 2018 Merlot. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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3.26.2021- Pedroncelli Family owned since 1927 in Sonomas Dry Creek Valley. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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3.25.2021- Domaine Ninot, Chaponniere 2017 unbeatable flavor with terroir tenacity!

Domaine Ninot’s Chaponniere has been called “Lip-smacking, balanced and graceful, with plenty of substance,” by Eric Asimov at The New York Times. We never expect anything less from Erell and her brother, Flavien Ninot. This exquisite single-vineyard Pinot Noir is named after the vineyard from which the fruit is sourced in Rully. The resulting wine sings with a glorious terroir signature that is complete with luscious cherry and black fruits. There is no blending or muddling here for this Red Burgundy from the Côte Chalonnaise. Even better, this wine is our least expensive, single-vineyard Red Burgundy in our portfolio. Available in FL & NJ fromn Cynthia Hurley French Wines 
 

3.24.2021- Warwick Estate Wines. Now Available in FL. Contact us for details. Looking for Warwock in other markets, drop us a line.

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3.22.2021- 2020 Chateau Routas Rose. Available in NJ April 1! Contact your Fedway rep for more info. This wine sells out every year. Don’t miss it ! 

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3.19.2021- Goldschmidt PLUS! Amazing wine Very limited! Avaialable in NJ from Fedway Associates


3.18.2021-  April is Just around the corner… We will have enhanced rips on Pedroncelli. Contact us or your Gateway/Fedway sales rep.  Family owned since 1927! Say no to corporate wine! 


3.17.2021- Bodega Martinez Lacuesta Crianza 2015 deeply colored well-structured red

Tempranillo from Spain is a tasty wine, and this Crianza from Bodega Martinez Lacuesta is a hit. The berry fruit-plum flavors integrate with the oak from barrel aging, resulting in a delicious well-structured wine with a dreamy deep, black-cherry color. This Crianza delivers a quality Rioja at a great price, especially since it comes from Haro – the very epicenter of Rioja and the home of the famous Tempranillo grape. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


3.16.2021- DNA from ancient grape seeds shows the grapevine behind a local vintage has been cultivated continuously for 900 years.

Ancient grapes found at archaeological sites also reveal what the Romans grew in their vineyards 2,000 years ago.

Researchers have matched DNA from 28 grape seeds from Iron Age Roman and medieval archaeological sites across France to a genetic database of modern grapevines.

https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-48549430


3.15.2021- If the price point is the biggest factor you consider when you’re buying wine, you may be inadvertently affecting your wine-drinking experience.

The study concludes that those who think they are drinking a more expensive bottle, actually say it tastes better and have a more enjoyable experience.

Wine is so heavily influence by the setting, people, food and the experience you are having while drinking. In the right setting, a $5 bottle be as enjoyable as a $50 bottle. In the wrong setting, a $500 bottle can taste like sour grapes.

Have you had an amazing experience with an inexpensive wine? Please share…

https://www.eatthis.com/news-wine-price-study-switzerland/


3.12.2021- We are excited to have a new RTD cocktail brand for FL & GA! Doc Wylder’s Infused Lemonade. Available in four different handcrafted cocktails available in cans. 

Non Carbonated
Only 95 calories per can
Gluten Free 
No Sugar – sweetened with sucrose 
only 1 Carb
Non-GMO
4.5% alcohol – subject to lower alc tax in FL 

Contact us for details on this exciting new brand! 

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http://www.docwylders.com/


3.11.2021- Here’s Nick with a quick video on the 2020 vintage of Boulder Bank Sauvignon Blanc. Available in N J exclusively through Fedway Associates., 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RV-iyaAYo1c


3.10.2021- Gaillard Collines Rhodaniennes Syrah 2019 it’s easy to crave this wallet-friendly N. Rhone

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Jeanne Gaillard is the latest generation of winemakers from this family who has a history and reputation of crafting some of the finest wines from the Northern Rhone. Jeanne set out to make a vibrant Syrah, and that’s precisely what she did. Lean and fresh, this 100% Syrah (nothing else added) will make your mouth water with a whorl of delicious flavors – raspberry, cassis, and dark cherry, pepper, and spice. The 2019 vintage is stunning, and this bottle is a real treat. Available in Nj & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


3.09.2021- Not all wines are meant to age. Is your favorite bottle built to last?

Just because a wine can endure over time, unless it improves with age, is a bottle really worth holding on to? No amount of time will fix a flawed wine.

https://robbreport.com/food-drink/wine/wine-aging-guide-cabernet-cellar-1234595358/


3.08.2021- Pedroncelli will be on focus for April with Fedway’s  Gateway sales team. We will have enhanced RIPS and new combo cases. Contact us or your Gateway/Fedway rep for more info.

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3.05.2021-  The United States and the United Kingdom today released a joint statement announcing a four-month suspension of tariffs related to the ongoing large civilian aircraft dispute.

https://ustr.gov/about-us/policy-offices/press-office/press-releases/2021/march/joint-us-uk-statement-suspension-large-civilian-aircraft-tariffs


3.04.2021- Domaine du Rochouard’s La Pierre du Lane 2018 Loire Valley’s Beloved Cabernet Franc

A beautiful Cabernet Franc like this can’t come from just anywhere or anyone. This delicious, fruit-driven, aromatically expressive wine comes from the brothers at Domaine de Rochouard. La Pierre du Lane bears the signature of the land on which the grapes grow, a real delight. It’s a hit every vintage, and its affordability makes this red a portfolio favorite. Sink your sniffer into a goblet of Domaine du Rochouard’s La Pierre du Lane, and you might enjoy the nose so much that you forget to take a sip. Available FL & NJ Cynthia Hurley French Wines


3.03.2021- Hey NJ Pedroncelli Fans… We will have some special enhanced pricing available for April. We have also introduced new combo cases. Contact us or your Fedway/Gateway rep for more info.


3.02.2021-  Looking for private labels or even nationally branded exclusives for you market? We can help. CA -Napa, Sonoma, Monterey, Paso Robles, France, Spain, Bourbon and more. Contact for details.  


03.01.2021-  Something VERY exciting coming soon to FL & GA… we will share more soon. 


2.26.2021- NEW from Cynthia Hurley- Bodega Bravo Escos LA FONT DEL MOSQUIT 2019

VITICULTURE: La Font del Mosquit is a white wine from several farms located in Torroja del Priorat. The terrain is composed of various slates, argilo-calcareous stones and alluvial soil. Macabeu vines up to one hundred years old and young White Grenache vines are grown under sustainable practices and are converting to Organic certification.
ELABORATION: The old vine Macabeu grapes are macerated on the skins for 12 hours before pressing. The younger Macabeu and the White Garnatxa grapes are directly pressed. Assembly of the must and spontaneous fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks. The end of the fermentation and subsequent aging is done in 1,100 L polyethylene eggs.
Production: 1.600 bottles.
TASTING NOTES: Staying true to its name the wine reflects the complex soils where it is grown. On the nose it is discreet, with white citrus fruit and anise seed notes that accent the graphite slate found in the vineyards. The wine truly reveals itself on the palate. Voluminous and sauve highlighted by a delicate acidity is the best description. Bright citrus and floral notes keep the wine fresh and lively.
Voluminous, generous and fresch so is La Font del Mosquit.
VARIETALS: 90% Macabeu y 10% White Grenache. 

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2.25.2021- No and low alcohol drinks projected to increase 31% by 2024.

The global no/low alcohol market is projected to continue growing as consumers seek to reduce their alcohol consumption. “What we’re seeing is a moderation trend that’s sweeping across key global markets, and that’s bringing with it increased demand for reduced alcohol, or alcohol-free drinks,” says IWSR.

Most of the people I talk to who are making this choice, still want their cocktail, or glass of wine. The frequency is what they are adjusting. So it may not be the low alc or no alc choice all the time, but it’s more in the mix.

Diversifying to have more choices for all possible customers is becoming essential. I am adding an exciting new low alc brand to my broker portfolio for FL & GA. Look forward to announcing soon.

https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2021/02/25/No-and-low-alcohol-drinks-projected-to-increase-31-by-2024?utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=01-Mar-2021


2.24.2021- Pierre Gaillard Clos de Cuminaille 2019 from a walled-vineyard in St. Joseph.

“Beautiful combination of fresh blackberry, bacon fat and cinnamon spice. This is rounded, concentrated and elegant on the palate. No excess weight or alcohol, lovely deep-set acidity and a long finish. An exceptional vintage for Cuminaille. Such a beautiful wine, as good as many Côte-Rôties this year. Smart buy. A 3ha plot in Chavanay grown on granite planted in 1981. All destemmed. Aged for 18 months in barriques, 40% new. Drink 2021-2027.” 94 Decanter Available FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


2.23.2021-  Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet Sauvignon Nick’s #1 selling Cab now available in Mags. NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.KateMag


2.22.2021- Some of the worlds greatest wines are made at both low and high elevations, so what difference does altitude make?

Depending on location and climate, altitude has outcomes that can be decisive when it comes to wine style.

When it comes to elevation, sometimes high is not the top. The highest elevation vineyard in the world (in Tibet), is nearly twice as high as the highest in California – Stone Summit Vineyard – which is the highest in the Northern Hemisphere.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/01/05/high-low-elevation-wine-difference/


2.19.2021- Pedroncelli Russian River Pinit Noir. 90JS. Pedroncelli has been family owned in the Dry Creek Valley since 1927. Offering wines of quality and value that are worthy of your attention. Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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2.18.2021- Sampling wines with clients is the new challenge. Virtual tastings are great, for sales and education, but the expense of sending entire bottles to be perhaps only tasted by one person and then (gasp) discarded adds up quickly.

Some wineries (even Bordeaux!~) are selling and sending samples in tube formats allowing just enough for a taste – 100ml. Now that size restrictions have been eased in the US, this could be the next evolution in sampling and virtual tastings.

https://www.winebusiness.com/vendornews/?go=getVendorNewsArticle&dataId=227837


2.17.2021-  Courts in the US have delivered decisions that will frustrate those who want free trade in wine.Wine lovers took a big legal setback on Tuesday, as a US federal appeals court ruled that a Florida wine shop cannot ship wine to customers in Missouri, even though Missouri stores can.

We are strong believer in the three tiered system, but also in allowing consumers free access to the products they want. We can have both and still thrive.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/02/us-courts-deliver-body-blows-to-wine


2.16.2021-  2017 Hilary Goldschmidt Cabernet Sauvignon Charming Creek Oakville. Another outstanding value from Nick Goldschnidt! Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedway Assoicates. 

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2.15.2021- Gaillard’s St. Joseph Blanc 2018 Roussane from the slopes of N. Rhone Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

“The orange-scented, truffles, honey-laden 2018 Saint Joseph Blanc has that “it” factor. Full-bodied, rich and silky, it’s harmonious and exotic, with ample concentration and length. It should provide delicious drinking over the next few years, perhaps longer. Drink 2019 – 2023.”- 93 Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate


2.12.2021- Cool video with Julie Pedroncelli and The Wine Society’s ‘Backing Our Best Growers 2020’ initiative.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-ZpuJIDoS0


2.11.2021- Here’s another quick video of Nick Goldschmidt previewing the 2019 Katherine Goldschmidt AV Cab. We will have 2018 in NJ for a few more months, but cool to see what’s on the horizon for this always fantastic Cab value.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bc_Xu2ar6wM


2.10.2021- Arriving to NJ early April Also avail in FL contact us for details.  Magnums now available too!

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2.9.2021- 2016 Cara Nord Trepat -High altitudes and harsh conditions result in wines with freshness and concentration, and who doesn’t like that? Well, high in the mountainous terrain of Spain’s Sierra des Prades, three amigos established Bodega Cara Nord to craft mountain wines that reflected this region’s uniqueness. This wine is made from Trepat, one of Spain’s indigenous grapes. This red, often compared to Pinot Noir, greets you with aromas of red fruits like cherries and blackberries. It remains fresh and juicy on the palate, and the subtle herbal touches on the finish add interest. Given the mountainous terrain, this joyful red is a delicious example of a high-quality, terroir-driven wine where the backbreaking effort creates pure enjoyment

Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 


2.8.2021- New press for 2019 Fidelity Zinfandel Railyard Vineyard 90WS. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  

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2.8.2021- Another great video from Nick Goldschmidt! This time Nick talks the always awesome Yoeman Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12h-XnEdK_A


2.5.2021- 2020 Cynthia Hurley Rose Offer Now Available! Some wines are very limited! Contact for pricing and samples. 

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2.4.2021- Dr. Mien-Chie Hung is an internationally recognized expert in molecular and cellular oncology and bases his theory on solid research, but this headline seems clickbaity.

What do you think?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/02/wine-could-help-you-fight-covid


2.3.2021- A groundbreaking research study offers irrefutable proof of the existence of terroir and its persistence across vintages.

This study proves through chemical analysis, that terroir is not a myth, a human construct, or something created as a marketing concept as many have previously believed.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=241177


2.2.2021- Shifting the responsibility from local governments to corporate producers for the end-of-life disposal of packaging will help curb waste.

The burden of recycling should never have been shifted to the consumer; it should be on manufacturers who have created so much packaging waste.

https://abcnews.go.com/US/proposed-bill-make-producers-pay-recycling-york/story?id=75523827


2.1.2021- Get to know the Pic Saint Loup and the quality and value available from the Languedoc sub region. Bergerie du Capucin, Jeanne Dame 2018 

“The much-awarded Dame Jeanne – a zero-oak prestige cuvèe – is always a great buy and a genuinely age worthy wine from the Pic. The 20120 is drinking superbly. The 2018 is dazzlingly aromatic with classic Pic citrus-grove Syrah notes: the palate is dense and rich yet fresh and aromatic, too. Drink 2021-2028.”- 94 Andrew Jeffords, Decanter. Available in FL & NJ frtom Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


1.28.2021- According to wine organization Vinpro, the South African wine industry now has more than 640 million liters of wine in stock (65 percent of a normal harvest).

The industry wide Covid closings and sales prohibition have decimated the entire industry. There is simply insufficient cellar/tank space to accommodate the expected yields of the 2021 vintage.

Supporting South Africa wine can literally save their entire industry.

I have been working with Warwick Estate in FL. A historic estate in Stellenbosch producing wines that are worthy of your attention and support. Available in FL from International Wine & Spirits. Contact me for pricing.


1.27.2021 Domaine La Toupie Sur 1 Fil Rouge 2016 Maury Sec

“The 2016 Maury Sec Sur Un Fil is 80% Grenache, 12% Syrah and 8% Mourvèdre, fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel. Coming from the warm terroir of Maury, it’s big, rich and ripe, with notes of black cherries, resinous herbs and dark chocolate on the long, supple finish. Drink 2018-2021.”- Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


1.26.2021- Nick keeps uploading great new videos, so we’ll keep sharing them! 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iw3CYcARQ5A

2019 Chelsea Merlot available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 


1.25.2021- Pedroncelli Bushnell Zinfandel- Pedroncelli has been family owned and operated in Sonoma’s Dry Creek Valley since 1928 and the grapes for this wine come from a single vineyard owned by a family member and part of the Pedroncelli’s wine program since 1943!

This Zinfandel  “exuded ripe aromas and flavors of blackberry, boysenberry, plum pudding, earth, dark chocolate and dark fruit. Spice filled with a thread of minerality, this complex, full-bodied Zinfandel offered food friendly acidity, firm tannins and a lingering, satisfying finish.” Cindy Rynning, Grape Experiences

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 


1.22.2021- Clos San Quilico Rouge 2017 Sangiovese from the mountains of Corsica. The Mediterranean island, Corsica, is a wine lover’s paradise with hidden gems worth discovering, made distinctive by the climate and terroir. Clos San Quilico is located in the oldest and most well-known appellation, Patrimonio, on this mountainous island. Their savory red, made from Niellucio (Sangiovese), is a well-structured mouthful of cherry, black fruits, and spices that is an excellent pairing companion with grilled meats, cured sausages, and hard cheeses. 

Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 


1.21.2021-  Here’s another great Goldschmidt Vineyards video. This time featuring what may be our favorite wine from Nick Forefathers Cabernet Sauvignon. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIahC0SvNzM


1.20.2021-  The 2020 wildfires have caused staggering losses for the wine industry. We will feel the impact for years to come.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=240575


1.19.2021- New 2021 Spectator press for Goldschmidt! 

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1.18.2021- Greetings from Pedroncelli! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEmTBd_FoVY


1.15.2021-  Nick Goldschmidt talks Hilary Goldschmidt in a new video. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4qJgLU0qmM


1.14.2021-  According to preliminary estimates, the 2020 Sonoma County harvest of Pinot was roughly 30,000 tons… 36% less than 2019

In all, the smoke of 2020 appears to have cost California between 165,000 tons and 325,000 tons of grapes. This is the lowest crop since 2011.

Expect to see dramatic cuts to production, availability and increased prices.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=240452


1.13.2021- We are excited to announce 2020 Chateau Routas Rose will soon be making its way to NJ. Even before Rose became the juggernaut it is today,  Routas was producing a wine the highest quality at a price that continues to be a fraction of the cost of its very famous neighbor. A Rose not to be missed! Arrival late March available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Also avail in FL. Contact us for details.  

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1.12.2021- More great press for Goldschmidt Vineyards! 

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1.11.2020- Wine in spaaaaccceeeee!

Wine and vines return after a yearlong trip in space. Twelve (12) bottles of Bordeaux and 320 Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon vine snippets (canes) have returned to earth after a visit to the international space station.

https://apnews.com/article/video-french-wine-vines-space-7b6618c03efa9b02b5d929a937cbb234


1.8.2021- Exciting news! New fill standards for wine and spirit packaging approved by TTB.

Three new wine sizes that have been added: 200 ml, 250 ml, and 355 ml. For spirits, the new package sizes are 700 ml, 720 ml, 900 ml and 1.8 liters. This will open up opportunities for imports that were previously restricted due to size.

https://www.foodandwine.com/news/ttb-new-wine-cider-spirits-packaging-options-cans-laws


1.7.2021- 2017 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon is another stellar value from this family owned (since 1927) winery. The wine is drinking amazingly well, but we are getting down to the end of the vintage, so don’t wait, grab some today! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  

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1.6.2021- 2018 Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet Sauvignon- Nick’s best selling best value Cabernet now available in Magnums. A fantastic retail value and an amazing on prem bottle! 92 James Suckling. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otTQIwrkY4I 


1.5.2021- Ready to sip outside the box? Lesser-known grape varieties are having their spotlight moment. Resurrecting ancient varieties is about honoring the history of winemaking and offering passionate wine lovers something completely different.

But don’t worry, no one is pulling up Napa Cab to plant Valdiguié…yet.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/the-rise-of-resurrected-wines


1.4.2021- 2018 Domaine Testut Chablis- Domaine Testut is a small family estate now in the capable hands of Cyril Testut. Cyril took over his father’s reins in 1998 and continues the family tradition of crafting lean and precise Chablis wines. The majority of the Testut’s vineyards are in the old historical section of Chablis – even those for this his village-level Chablis – initially planted by the Cistercian monks. All the family’s holdings have Kimmeridgian soil, with most of his vineyards located on the right bank of the Serein River.

Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 


12.292020- Wishing you all the best for a 2021 filed with promise and hope for a brighter day. We appreciate all the support from our Wholesale partners, reps and of course the loyal accounts who have continued to support us over the years and particularly during this difficult 2020. We look forward to being able to see you all in person in the new year. 

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12.28.2020- Can a pinch of salt really produce a more harmonious, well-balanced, round wine? This Rhone producer thinks so.

Hervé Durand’s interest in the winemaking techniques of ancient Rome takes visitors on trip back in time.

https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/adding-salt-to-wine


12.24.2020- More great press for Goldschmidt!

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12.23.2020-  Pedroncelli has racked up some impressive press. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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12.22.2020- Tons of great new press from James Suckling for Goldschmidt! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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12.21.2020- Can a pinch of salt really produce a more harmonious, well-balanced, round wine? This Rhone producer thinks so.

Hervé Durand’s interest in the winemaking techniques of ancient Rome takes visitors on trip back in time.

https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/adding-salt-to-wine


12.18.2020- Thanks to Amazon, we expect free shipping with everything ordered online. Here’s why you shouldn’t when it comes to wine.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/If-you-want-independent-wineries-to-survive-get-15789494.php -soft paywall. 


12.17.2020- TWO wines in the 2020 the Wine Spectator Top 100 Values! 2018 Goldschmidt Vineyards Fidelity Zinfandel & 2017 Pedroncelli Merlot Bench Vineyard.

We are proud to represent these two great family owned wineries. Both available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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12.16.2020- Will cork taint from TCA soon be a thing of the past? The worlds largest cork producer has eliminated detectable levels of TCA in al their corks. 

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/db-exclusive-the-worlds-biggest-cork-producer-announces-tca-breakthrough/


12.15.2020- We are excited to be working in Florida with Warwick Estate, a fantastic South African producer with wines that over deliver at every price point. The portfolio features wines for BTG/everyday enjoyment, all way up to their estate range that really showcases the diversity of the Stellenbosch region. Please contact us or our wholesale partner International Wine & Spirits.  

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12.14.2020- Another great video form Nick Goldschmidt about blending The always Awesome Yoeman and Yoeman Plus. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCv2WFpt1Dg


12.11.2020-  NW Florida is home to the most tree diversity in the US. 


12.10.2020- Thanks to Amazon, we expect free shipping with everything ordered online.

Here’s why you shouldn’t when it comes to wine.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/If-you-want-independent-wineries-to-survive-get-15789494.php


12.9.2020- Wondering what smoke tainted wines taste like?

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/I-tasted-smoke-tainted-California-wines-The-15770807.php


12.8.2020- Goldschmidt Vineyards took two Best of the Year awards for 2018 Katherine Cabernet & 2018 Chelsea Merlot. These wines are fast becoming must carries for a lot of accounts. If you haven’t tasted these wine yet, let us arrange to sample them with you. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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12.7.2020- Two great Chardonnays from Goldschmidt vineyards. Singing Tree Chardonnay Russian River & Singing Tree Reserve Dutton Ranch. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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12.4.2020- A quick video from our wonderful friends at Pedroncelli. Julie gives us a quick hello from the vineyard. Not sure why they have age restriction on. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XVobYdXQK84&authuser=0


12.3.2020- One Teaspoon of Soil Contains More Living Organisms Than There are People in the World. World Soil Day is held annually on Dec 5. 
The purpose is to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources.

https://www.un.org/en/observances/world-soil-day


12.2.2020- Great video from the always awesome Nick Goldschmidt going through his portfolio and  the stories behind the wines. Goldschmidt Vineyards is available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aA7EwGayfsU


12.1.2020- Crippling trade tariffs imposed by China on Australian wine will have a huge impact in 2021. Suddenly there’s a LOT of expensive wine, with no obvious place to sell it.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/11/chinese-wine-tariffs-will-have-global-impact


11.30.2020- Seventy Two Small Batch Bourbon. 80% White Corn, 20% Rye. Non Chill Filtered. The smoothest Bourbon we have ever tasted. Fantastic quality at a very reasonable price. Available in FL. Contact us for details. Looking in other markets? We can help you connect. 

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11.27.2020-  Julie Pedroncelli’s blog is always fun to read. Check out the latest Vino in my Dino: https://www.pedroncelli.com/vino-in-my-dino/


11.26.2020- Pedroncelli has been family owned in Sonomas Dry Creek since 1927. Producing wines of character and tradition that over deliver. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates 

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11.25.2020- 2016 Hilary Goldschmidt gets another great mention in this November Wine spectator Article: https://www.winespectator.com/articles/out-of-the-frying-pan-111520 The vintage is sold out, but we have the fantastic 2017 now available. 

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Goldscmidt Wines are available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates 


11.24.2020- Crippling trade tariffs imposed by China on Australian wine will have a huge impact in 2021. Suddenly there’s a LOT of expensive wine, with no obvious place to sell it.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/11/chinese-wine-tariffs-will-have-global-impact


11.23.2020- 2016 Philippe Leclerc Gevrey-Chambertin 

“I have tasted no better red Burgundies”- Allen Meadows, Burghound
 
When we crave a big, powerful Pinot Noir, we head to the Côtes de Nuit section of the cellar and look for Philippe Leclerc’s distinctive bottle. Philippe knows his stuff – Pinot Noir is his specialty. He is a driven superstar winemaker who produces muscular and concentrated Red Burgundies that are built for aging. Today, we have two vintages of his archetypal cuvee from northern Burgundy’s fabled vineyards in Gevrey-Chambertin. Philippe makes his village classified Gevrey-Chambertin en Champs from an old-vine vineyard ideally located up the slope from 1er cru les Cazetiers. As with all of his wines, en champs is infused with Philippe’s unabashed spirit. Full-bodied, powerful, rich, and meaty, Leclerc’s wines are well worth the investment because they are an excellent example of Great Burgundies.
 
 
Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 
 

11.20.2020- Vertical farming… 400X greater yield per acre of ground, using almost two orders of magnitude less water.

During a critical time of increasing ecological stress and climate uncertainty this could be a game changer.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnkoetsier/2020/11/20/this-2-acre-vertical-farm-out-produces-750-acre-flat-farms/?sh=7ea23d4a7a57


11.19.2020- A Q & A I took part in last month. Discussing the Coteaux Varois en Provence region and Château Routas. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1167377/6420997-coteaux-varois-en-provence


11.18.2020- 2017 Yardstick Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 90WS! We are at the end of the vintage, so don’t wait. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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A subtle mesquite thread leads off, followed by gently mulled plum and raspberry fruit, finishing
with a swirl of sassafras, cedar and bay leaf amid the fruit on the finish.Drink now through 2026.
2,000 cases made.—J.M.

9 Outstanding Napa Cabernet Values- Wine Spectator


11.17.2020- Warwick Estate now avail in FL. Contact for details…

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11.16.2020- New press for 2018 Fidelity Red by Nick Goldschmidt 90 Smart Buy Wine Spectator Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates 

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11.13.2020- 2018 Pedroncelli Chardonnay Dry Creek Sonoma 90 Janes Suckling Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates 

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11.12.2020- Great article on a fantastic producer Cuatro Rayas winemaker. available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 

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11.11.2020- 2018 Katherine Goldschmidt Alexander Valley Cabernet – This standout Cab has for years ranked among the top value Cabs from CA. 

Nicely focused red cherry and red raspberry aromas. Loaded
with red berry fruit flavors with a touch of caramel, dark
chocolate, and toasty oak. Well-structured with bold flavor,
the texture is smooth and the medium-bodied. White pepper
and spice in the finish with long, supple tannins. 92 Tasting Panel

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Available in NJ exclusibely through Fedway Associates 


11.10.2020- New Press for Eagle Lake. Here’s a nice CA value that is seeing some nice press. Now Available from PowerPlay in MO coming soon to FL.


11.9.2020- We were amazed to see over 220cs of 2016 Hilary sell out in October! We are excited to announce the arrival of 2017 Hilary at Fedway! The new vintage was a short one so it will sell out fast. 

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11.6.2020- Domaine de Mourchon continues to dazzle! Mourchon Grande Reserve 90pts Decanter…

“With a bit more Syrah than the Tradition, the 2017 Cotes du Rhone Villages Seguret Grande Reserve comes across as slightly peppery and herbal, with baked blackberry fruit accented by baking spices (40% of the assemblage spends two years in demi-muids). It’s full-bodied, rich and supple across the mid-palate, with tangy red berries and softly dusty tannins on the long finish. Drink 2019-2025”- Joe Czerwinksi, Wine Advocate

Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


11.5.2020- Warwick Estate Chardonnay 90WE.

Having been hit particularly hard by covid, the South African wine industry is in trouble and needs our support. The SA gov’t closed the entire wine industry for months during the pandemic, halting all sales and exports. On your next trip to the store, or online order, consider a bottle from South Africa. You could literally be helping to save their wine industry. Contact us for availability of Warwick Estate. 

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11.4.2020- Cool Vino…Make it Cool! Canned wine is growing rapidly. many of them are lower quality wines. What we have is a fantastic canned sparkling Tempranillo Rose from Spain. Avail in FL through Trotta wine and coming soon to NJ, MO, CA, and other markets for 2021. Contact us for availability in your market. 

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11.2.2020- 2017 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon. Family owned since 1927, Pedroncelli continues to offer some of California’s best wines regardless of price. Quality, family tradition and always affordable. Dry Creek’s first family of wine. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.   

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10.30.2020- One of the winemakers I work with was talking recently about this. Not trying to make low alc wines per se (11% or less), but lowering the alcohol content from its current level.

Many of us may remember or have tasted old school CA cabs that were 12.5%. Lower alcohol will give a truer grape expression, but will also change the flavor profile. Today, these wines wouldn’t score as well in the press as higher alcohol ones do.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/10/26/low-alcohol-wines-popular/


10.29.2020- Georgian winemaking has endured for thousands of years. According to archaeological evidence, the first Georgian wines were made and stored in earthenware vessels called qvevri around 8000 years ago.

Georgian natives David and Natalie Dediachvili bought the historic Story Winery in Shenandoah Valley of Amador County, to bring this tradition to CA.

The Qvevri Method involves pressing the grapes and then pouring the juice and grape skins, into the Qvevri (a large, egg-shaped clay vessel with narrow bottom and a wide mouth at the top), which are sealed and buried in the ground so that the wine can ferment.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=237930


10.28.2020- Rose Piscine is a wine for all seasons. Perfect for cooling down in the summer or just cooling off any time. Refreshing, low alcohol and easy to quaff. Availa in NJ from Fedway Associates, in FL fron Trotta wine and in MO from Powerplay Distributors. Contact us for pricing and availability in other markets. IMG_3055


10.27.2020- Aligoté (Burgundy’s other white grape) is a delicious white wine with an endearing lemon-citrus flavor. Boasting a pale yellow color and a nose that bursts with fresh fruit, you can’t help yourself enjoying sip after sip. From the Berthenet family Domaine in Montagny, this Aligoté knows how to kick things off as an aperitif. The acidity adds an extra zippiness that makes this the perfect dining companion for salads, seafood, light pasta dishes, and more. Discover the rewards of exploring all that Burgundy has to offer.

The Berthenet family estate is in Montagny-les-Buxy, the main town of Montagny at the southern end of the Côte Chalonnaise. When the Domaine was first created in 1974, they sold their grapes to the locale cooperative. All of that changed under the stewardship of Jean-Pierre. He shifted the estate’s focus to increase the quality of their vines by grafting selections of their best ones onto new parcels they were slowly acquiring. By 2001 the Berthenets left the cooperative and started making and bottling under their own Domaine label. For the past four years, Jean-Pierre’s son Francois has been running the business. A large part of the family’s success is the estate’s long tradition of sustainable farming. They let the grass grow between their Aligoté vines, which they then plow back during the winter to add nutrients to the soil. The Berthenet family was the first in their village to make the change. And Domaine Berthenet, was recently named “Vigneron of the Year ” by Le Guide Hechette des Vins 2020 (the Bible of France’s wine industry) Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


10.26.2020- 2018 Chelsea Goldschmidt Merlot 92 Tasting Panel. For too long Merlot has taken a a backseat and is finally poised for its well deserved comeback. Merlot is still the second most widely planted grape varietal in the world, so why all the hate? Merlot is seeing it’s return as tastes swing back to deeper richer wine styles and away from the gulpy style of far too many Pinots. We have often Swapped out Chelsea Merlot for those seeking richness and depth. Not to fool anyone, but to show people what a great Mwrlot can do. It never fails to wine converts.  Chelsea and all the Goldschmidt wines are available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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10.23.2020- 30 years ago, roughly 15% of all wines in the world had technical flaws. Today, winemaking and technology have become so skilled that flaws have been reduced to perhaps 3%.

That’s not to say these wines are all varietally correct or even good, but the flaws that once plagued wines have been greatly reduced. 

https://napavalleyregister.com/wine/columnists/dan-berger/dan-berger-on-wine-bargain-wines/article_d40702a4-d7e5-5cbb-80e9-13e65792cdef.html


10.22.2020- Pago de los Abuelos Vinas Centenarias Mencia 2018

Renowned winemaker Nacho Alverez is part of the exciting transformation taking place in Spanish winemaking. With the vineyards he inherited from his grandparents “les abuelos,” he founded his Bodega Pago de los Abuelos. The 6-hectare estate is located in Spain’s Bierzo wine region and is planted with indigenous grapes.
 
Bierzo is a remote and lush D.O.(Denominación de Origen – the wine classification system used in Spain) in Northwestern Spain, about 3 hours from Madrid. It’s a hilly landscape, dotted with Spanish castles in the mountains that lay between Castilla y León and Galicia. This little known wine region is a dream for wine lovers to explore because it’s one of the best-kept secrets in the wine world. Available in FL & Nj from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 
 
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10.21.2020- Pedroncelli Bushnell Vineyard Zinfandel. Another outstanding wine from Pedroncelli! Family owned in Sonomas Dry Creek since 1927. Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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10.20.2020-  More great press for Singing Tree Chardonnay. Single Vineyard Russian River Chard at a fantastic price! Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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10.19.2020- Merlot remains one of the world’s most planted grapes. Lush, fleshy, charming and deserving of your attention.

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2020/oct/18/merlot-makes-the-perfect-wine-for-troubled-times


10.16.2020- Seventy Two Bourbon is finding a home here in FL new accounts buying in everyday. Have you tried it yet? Contact us to sample. seventytwo


10.15.2020- People ask us all the time where the Goldschmidt Vineyards are located. This map will give you an idea for Nick’s Alexander Valley Wines. AV


10.14.2020-  Nice press for Carneros Springs. Available in FL from Trotta Wine & Spirits. Other markets also available contact us for details.

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10.13.2020- Chile is one of the world’s most climatic and topographically diverse countries. So are their wines. Imagine growing grapes in an area with high salt content and just 20ml (1.3 tablespoons) of rainfall (in a good year), and sometimes none at all. Atacama is the world’s driest desert.

https://harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/27898/Tim_Atkin_MW_on_Chile:__91Bonkers_92_wines_from_exceptional_climates.html


10.12.2020- Geological events that occurred 150 million years ago, make up the structure and composition of soil that affects the character of grapes today.

Great wine is a reflection of a place and its people.

https://napavintners.com/napa_valley/soils_and_geology.asp


10.09-2020- This video is a few years old, but still offers a nice overview of the always awesome Chateau Routas. available in NJ exclusively throguh Fedway Associates .

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVywB7FunsA


10.08.2020- Hello from Pedroncelli’s Mother Clone Vineyard. Pedroncelli is available in NJ exclusively throguh Fedway Associates  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=95WwPAFhOkM


10.07.2020- Excited for the new vintage of award winning wines from Bergerie du Capucin. Larmanela, took top honors with Decanter Magazine scoring 96 points. Very limited! Only 20cs available. Available in NJ & FL exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

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10.06.2020- Tequila is HOT and we have a great brand available for FL. Coming soon to NJ and additional markets. Need a great Tequila for your portfolio? Contact us for info.

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10. 05.2020- Eagle Lake Wines available through PowerPlay Distributors in MO. Great values with solid   press! Looking for a great value WITH press for your market? Contact us for details.


10.02.2020- Nick Goldschmidt interviewed by Dan Berger on the California Wine Country podcast…

Goldschmidt Vineyards available in NJ through Fedway Associates.

http://calwinecountry.com/nick-goldschmidt-winemaker/


10.01.2020-  October is Goldschmidt moth at Fedway! Here’s Nick with a quick rundown of all his wines. Celebrate Roctober with Nick!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dpO8C00BPVY&app=desktop


9.30.2020- First published in 1984 by Ann C. Noble, sensory scientist at the Department of Viticulture and Enology UC Davis, the wine aroma wheel transformed wine tasting.

More than 35 years later, it remains one of the most influential and essential tools for people in the trade and wine lovers alike. It’s hard to imagine, but before the aroma wheels invention, people did not a have precise way to universally describe wine.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-tool-that-transformed-wine-tasting-11601560564


9.29.2020-  Press is on a roll for GV! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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9.28.2020- New Press for 2018 Katherine Goldschmidt Wine Spectator 12 exciting cabs for $40 or less – in Katherine’s case WAY less….

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Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley Katherine Goldschmidt Stonemason Hill 2018

Score: 87 | $24

WS review: Lightly jammy, with cherry pie, rhubarb and raspberry flavors, this knits well enough through the back end, picking up light chocolate and herb notes. Drink now through 2021. 20,000 cases made.—J.M.


9.25.2020- October is Goldschmidt Month At Fedway Associates! Please contact us or your Fedway rep for details.

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9.24.2020- Smoke has ravaged several vineyards in Napa and Sonoma. What does that mean for the perception of the 2020 vintage among buyers and consumers?

After running microferments, some producers have made the difficult decision to forgo their harvest entirely, while others remain unscatheed and are reporting very high quality fruit with lower yields.

Growers are also reporting the rejection of grapes by producers further complicating matters.

No matter where in CA (or Oregon) the wines are from, our work will be cut out for us in terms of selling this vintage. Let’s start now making sure buyers and consumers are educated ahead of time. Smoke did not ruin everything. Smoke in Napa does not impact grapes in Santa Barbara.

https://lnkd.in/eHVrWze


9.23.2020- Pago de los Abuelos, Bierzo, Vinas Centenarias Mencia 2018 95 Decanter Imported exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. 

From renowned winemaker Nacho Alverez. From the vineyards he inherited from his grandparents “les abuelos,” he founded his Bodega Pago de los Abuelos. The 6-hectare estate is located in Spain’s Bierzo wine region, planted with only indigenous grapes and a deep commitment to preserving the land and work of his ancestors.

It took Nacho two years to restore the vineyards and replant some of the Mencia vines from the 100+-year-old original rootstock. This Mencia is the first vintage from the property, so it’s safe to say, the best is yet to come.  

 
 

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9.22.2020-  Seventy Two Bourbon. A fantastic Bourbon value! Available in FL Through Trotta Wines. Coming soon to additional markets. 

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9.21.2020- Warwick Estate is a classic South African estate worthy of your attention. Available if FL through Trotta Wines. Also available for other markets. Contact us for details. 

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9.18.2020- After a 10-year application process, the French National Institute of Origin and Quality (INAO) approved the classification making Pouilly-Fuissé the first appellation within Burgundy’s Maconnais sub-region to benefit from premier cru vineyards.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/new-pouilly-fuisse-premier-crus-designations-444293/


9.17.2020- Nick Goldschmidt interviewed by Dan Berger on the California Wine Country podcast… http://calwinecountry.com/nick-goldschmidt-winemaker/

Goldschmidt Vineyards available in NJ through Fedway Associates.


9.16.2020- Covid, tariffs, rising temperatures, fires and more. The 2020 harvest is proving to be rife with challengers for winemakers worldwide.

But as always, we remain hopeful…

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-09-15/2020-global-wine-harvest-report-california-france-italy-oregon-and-more


9.15.2020- The amazing attention to every detail Nick puts into this wine is really something special.

Selected from his best barrels that are hand drained with bottling also done by hand. 100% Cabernet, 100% single vineyard, 43 months in 100% French Oak. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates only 198 six packs produced…Very limited!

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9.14.2020- Pedroncelli Pinot Noir. A fantastic value Russian River Pinot! Available in Nj exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

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9.11.2020- Offers the signature flavors of Napa at a very un-Napa like price price. Focused dark cherry and blackberry aromas are nicely highlighted by clove and nutmeg. Fresh strawberry and zingy cherry flavors dominate with hints of bacon and licorice in the background. A bargain not to be missed! 100% Cabernet 100% French Oak 100% Goldschmidt 

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9.10.2020- LOIA in Spanish means a “rumor divulged in secret” – and this wine is just that. You’ll discover an enchanting, silky freshness on the midpalate of this elegant, dry white wine that is far too easy to love. This wine is anything but boring. A blend of Godello and Albarino, the wine has a complex, powerful nose that’s floral and fruity. On the palate, it develops with toasted and spicy hints, and dried fruit flavors, somewhat reminiscent of a Pouilly-Fume. You get great acidity and minerality – which gives this wine verve. We’ve paired it with heavier fish like salmon, and chicken dishes with cream sauces, much to our friend’s delight. Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


9.9.2020- Aha Yeto Tequila Los Altos Jalisco Family owned for over 100 years. Estate grown and produced, copper pot distillation, organic with no additives. ALWAYS 100% Blue Agave using only the heart of the agave plant. leave the heads and tails for the big brands.  Available in FL through Trotta Wines. Coming soon to other markets. Contact for info.


9.8.2020- Due to the fires, some wineries are not accepting grapes without labs, but there’s a massive testing backlog.

ETS Laboratories, the dominant provider, is reporting a 30 day backlog of samples for smoke impact testing.

There’s simply not enough time to test and get results before grapes are ready for harvested. This could to lead to delayed harvests (potentially pushing brix above 25) and significant crop loss for growers whos grapes are refused.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=235951


9.4.2020- Summer may be drawing to a close but that’s no reason to stop drinking Rose! Weather staying home or venturing out, Rose is the perfect foil to so many dishes. 


9.3.2020- 2018 Goldschmidt Fidelity Zinfandel 92WS Available in NJ exclusively through fedway Associates. 2018fidelityzinws_wow92


9.2.2020- 2015 Goldschmidt Vineyards Game Ranch PLUS Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon. if you want to climb to the peak of the Oakville Mountaintop (yes we know Oakville is not a mountain) for the best of the best Napa Cab, look no further than Nick’s top end wine. Made in miniscule quantities from only the best rows and best barrels. 100% Cab, 100% French Oak -43months, 100% Single Vineyard. Special occasions call for special wines. Remarkably drinkable upon release, but will age for decades. Available in NJ through Fedway Associates.

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9.1.2020- ‘Shadows in the Vineyard’: DRC True-Crime Story Coming to TV

Adapting Maximillian Potter’s book of the same name, the limited series Shadows in the Vineyard will dramatize the 2010 case that rocked the iconic estate and all of Burgundy.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/shadows-in-the-vineyard-drc-true-crime-story-coming-to-tv-unfiltered


8.31.2020- Chablis is one of the most iconic wines in the world, yet also one of the most underrated because it is understated.

Wines that are subtle or delicate are often overlooked. Not every wine needs to stain your teeth purple or punch you in the mouth with highly extracted flavors.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/09/chablis-tale-of-tariffs-and-climate-change


8.28.2020- Pedroncelli 007 Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. 007 is not named after the famous Ian Fleming spy, but a very special Pedroncelli Vineyard in Sonoma’s Dry Creek. Like all Pedroncelli wines, they are made for pairing with food! 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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8.27.2020-  Seventy Two Small Batch Bourbon now available in Florida. Contact us or Trotta Wine for pricing sevenfifty.com/trottawine

Made from a mash of 80% white corn and 20% rye, which provides an excellent balance of sweetness and spice. Aged in new American Oak barrels for a minimum of four years, Seventy Two delivers a rich, complex whiskey with considerable depth and a long, silky-smooth finish.

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8.26.2020- 2019 Castell d’Age Fragments Rosat. A delicious, friendly Grenache

Olivia Junyent’s energy and spirit are engaging, and this rosat is the very expression of that passion. For three generations, the Junyent family’s women have built Castell d’Age, and now it’s Olivia’s turn to run the show. With a commitment to organic and biodynamic wines, Castell d’Age is leading the new wave of Spanish wine – and their wines are downright enjoyable.
 
The Bodega is in Beguda Baixa, which is in the heart of the Penedés region (Catalonia)- a short drive from Barcelona. Aurèlia Figuera founded the estate that was then transformed by her daughter Anne Marie Comtesse in the late 1980s with the production of Cava. Anne Marie is a pioneer in introducing organic farming in the Penedés. With the addition of her daughter, Olivia Junyent, to the business, they are now fully certified organic. They even take their commitment one step further by practicing biodynamic agriculture, a method that respects the relationship between humans and earth. The wine’s label even showcases the summer aspects of biodynamic agriculture, such as the birds, the insects, the flowers, and the minerals.
 
Vibrant and fruity, this rose is made exclusively from the young Grenache vines grown in stony chalk soils. One sniff reveals a complex nose with aromas of strawberries, wild berries, and raspberries at the peak of ripeness. We find the wine cheerful and refreshing with a bit of creaminess, but balanced with the right length on the finish. This bold rose with personality is ideal for bold flavors in appetizers and full-flavored fishes, like tuna, or white meats.
 
Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


8.25.2020- Rebuilding your post Covid wine program…

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/rebuilding-your-restaurants-wine-program/


8.24.2020- Do you suffer from “cellar palate”? Are you only drinking in your comfort zone or from your own portfolio?

If you don’t diversify what you drink, the same thing that happens to consumers can happen to winemakers, sales reps and others in the trade. Your palate can become closed off to other wine experiences.

It’s important to keep an open mind, as it can be easy to pass on wine outside your comfort zone.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/12/18/expand-your-palate-wine/


8.21.2020- New for Florida… Stealth Napa Cabernet. Our friends at Trotta Wine & Spirits have discovered a new Napa Cab at a great price. While we broker other Cabs, we still love to support our friends who support us. A rising tide lifts all boats!stealth.jpg


8.20.2020- No increase, but 25% European wine tariffs to remain in effect.

The tariffs the USTR imposed on most French, German, Spanish and U.K. wines nearly ten months ago will remain in place for the foreseeable future.

No help for importers, retailers and restaurateurs still grappling with the economic downturn triggered by COVID-19.

https://lnkd.in/ecAiNJt


8.192020- Authentic wines are driven by terroir. To truly understand a wine means to also learn about the place from which it comes.

https://lnkd.in/eUNDSWj


8.18.2020- Pedroncelli has been family owned and operated since 1927. From day one their desire was to produce incredible values that over deliver while still keeping their sense of history. They have never forgotten where they are from. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 3v.jpg


8.17.2020-  Canned wine sales continue to climb.

According to Nielsen, off-premise sales of canned wine in 2019 grew 79.2 percent for the 52-week period ending December 28, 2019. In comparison, during the same period, overall wine sales from off-premise outlets increased just 1.4 percent year-over-year.

If you don’t have any in your portfolio, or are looking for more, now is the time to jump into this growth market. If you’re a retailer, this is a growing category you need to expand and offer variety in both region and price point.

I represent a great one…Cool Vino. A low alc (10%) Spanish sparkling Tempranillo Rose from Alcazar de San Juan located in Castilla la Mancha. Packaged in 250ml 4pks. Now available in FL and coming soon to additional markets. Contact me for inquiries, pricing and samples. Cool Vino Spanish Sparkling Rose


8.14.2020- La Toupie QuaTuor fantastic value Roussillon Villages available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 92WA

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8.13.2020- Authentic wines are driven by terroir. To truly understand a wine means to also learn about the place from which it comes.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/08/15/authentic-wine-understand-terroir/


8.12.2020- We have a very cool Napa Cab coming soon to Florida. Amazing quality with a very un Napa like price! Sourced from some of Napa’s premier vineyards. Details coming soon, but let’s just say it will fly below the radar…


8.11.2020-  Looking for private labels or exclusives? we have contacts in many of the major wine regions and can offer great opportunities. Long gone are the days of major case commitments to make these deals happen, so even a small retailer or restaurant can have access to deals once only afforded to larger buying groups. Contact us for details.


8.10.2020-  Cynthia Hurtley French Wines has onmg been highly regarded for their well curated portfolio of some the the finest French producers.  We now thanks to the guidance of Craig Gandolf, we are now also known for importing some of the finest Spanish wines available, You can check out our portfolio on SevenFifty sevenfifty.com/cynthiahurley

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8.7.2020- 2018 Pedroncelli Chardonnay 90 James Suckling. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Value, quality, still family owned and operated for 93 years! pedroncelliChard


8.6.2020- Our last delivery of 93pt rated Hilary Goldschmidt is now in stock We will beginning shipping the rest of our inventory after Fedways Summer shutdown. get your orders in now!Hilary_Opus_pic.jpg


8.5.2020- Canned wine sales continue to explode! Its time you got in the game. According to Nielsen, off-premise sales of canned wine in 2019 grew 79.2 percent for the 52-week period ending December 28, 2019. In comparison, during the same period, overall wine sales from off-premise outlets increased just 1.4 percent year-over-year.

If you don’t have any in your portfolio, or are looking for more, now is the time to jump into this growth market.

I represent a great one…Cool Vino. A low alc (10%) Spanish sparkling Tempranillo Rose from Alcazar de San Juan located in Castilla la Mancha. Packaged in 250ml 4pks. Now available in FL and coming soon to additional markets. Contact me for inquiries, pricing and samples. https://lnkd.in/eXVdCrv

Contact us for details and availability in your market.

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8.4.2020- 2017 Domaine Couly Dutheil Chinon, La Coulée Automnale- Domaine Couly Dutheil  has become, over the years, a reference point for the appellation of Chinon and one of the Loire Valley’s most famous estates. Established in 1921 by Baptiste Dutheil, then developed by his daughter, Madeleine Dutheil, and her husband René Couly, today Couly-Dutheil remains a family Domaine, owned by the third and fourth generation. Arnaud Couly is the fourth generation and current winemaker, having taken over from his father, Jacques Couly, in 2003. Couly Dutheil owns a total of 90 hectares of vines, 98% of which are Cabernet Franc. They sell 80% of their production within France, most of which is served at many of the finest restaurants in the country, including 21 of the 26 Michelin 3-Star restaurants. The multi-level, state-of-the-art facility is built into the limestone rock hillside and features a gravity-flow design to ensure maximum protection of the grapes and wine during each stage.  Vinification: Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The free-run and press wine juices are separated. Maceration takes 2 to 3 weeks, and racking is performed traditionally. The wine is allowed to mature in stainless steel vats for 9 to 10 months according to the potential of the vintage.

 
Tasting notes: Stunning aromatics and excellent structure. The nose features aromas of small red berries and burning piles of leaves. A fruity, soft, and unctuous palate shows charming tannins. This wine can be kept for 3-5+ years. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines 

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8.3.2020-  In Alsace alone, over six million liters of wine, or about 1.5 million gallons, will end up turned into hand sanitizer.

Tariffs and Covid have tanks already bursting and the 2020 harvest is just around the corner. Many French vintners are forced to make very difficult decisions.

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/27/world/europe/france-alsace-wine-coronavirus.html


7.31.2020- Pedroncelli celebrates 93 years family owned and operated in Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma.

93 years represents not only family history, but California winemaking history. A legacy you can find in every bottle.

Family owned wineries around the world are the lifeblood of our industry. Support them.

Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

https://lnkd.in/eUUabF3


7.30.2020- We just received our new shipment of 2019 Chateau Routas Rose. Sales have been brisk and this shipment will likely go fast! Routas is still the best rose value in Provence! Don’t miss it. Available in Nj Exclusively through Fedway Associates. Also available for Florida. Contact us for details.

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7.29.2020-   Seventy Two Small Batch Bourbon now available in Florida. Contact us or Trotta Wine for pricing.

Made from a mash of 80% white corn and 20% rye, which provides an excellent balance of sweetness and spice. Aged in new American Oak barrels for a minimum of four years, Seventy Two delivers a rich, complex whiskey with considerable depth and a long, silky-smooth finish.

Seventy Two Bourbon


7.28.2020- Good news NJ! More 2016 Hilary Goldschmidt is on the way! We have secured another (and final) shipment of the vintage. Don’t wait, put your backorders in today!


7.27.2020-  Chacras Malbec by Nick Goldschmidt. Malbec has become the go to grape from Argentina. Nick spends much of his time (when not dealing with a travel ban), consulting and making wine there. His Chacras Malbec offer all you’ve come to expect from a Goldschmidt value wine and much more! High elevation vineyard 100% varietal and French oak. Bold, spicy and full-flavored. There are no Cote or Bonarda grapes blended into this wine, which is a very common practice in the export market to achieve price points. Available in Nj exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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7.24.2020- You don’t have to be a big shot, high roller or even in the trade to visit places like Chateau Lafite Rothschild or Duhart-Milon.

All you need is an appointment (and a lift on the travel ban).

https://luxurylondon.co.uk/taste/drink/jean-guillaume-prats-domaines-barons-de-rothschild-interview?fbclid=IwAR1PMzyTTaz8RfOnbW0kI1RB53VnKduMmXZPA38tI5ROZEkxfJnh6bOCEII


7.23.2020- Do you want fries with that?

Are you up selling? I have been amazed how few restaurants seem to be trying to upsell on their to go orders. I have not been asked once if I wanted cocktails or a bottle of wine when getting takeout/curbside pickup. I know many places that are open are understaffed, or having staffing issues, but don’t miss this opportunity for extra revenue and to sell off inventory.

Put a sign right by the phone reminding who ever is taking orders to ask.
Add a link to the wine/cocktail menu on your website or social media.
Have a select menu of wines that are ready for grab n go.

Those extra sales could really make a difference and might even allow you to bring back more staff.


7.22.2020- New press for Goldschmidt Vineyards from the North Coast Wine Challenge:

Wine Appellation Designation Price Award Score
2017 Forefathers CABERNET SAUVIGNON Alexander Valley, Sonoma County Single Vineyard LONE TREE $50.00 Gold 91
2016 Goldschmidt Vineyard CABERNET SAUVIGNON Napa Valley, Oakville Single Vineyard CHARMING CREEK, Hilary $50.00 Gold 91
2018 Katherine Goldschmidt CABERNET SAUVIGNON Alexander Valley, Sonoma County STONEMASON HILL $23.00 Silver  
2016 Goldschmidt Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Game Ranch Napa Valley, Oakville Single Vineyard Game Ranch $90.00 Gold 92
2016 Goldschmidt Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Yoeman AV Alexander Valley, Sonoma County Single Vineyard YOEMAN $75.00 GG 97
2018 Singing Tree Chardonnay Russian River Valley   $19.99 Bronze  
2017 Singing Tree Reserve Chardonnay Russian River Valley Single Vineyard Dutton $40.00 GG 97
2018 Fog’s Edge Fog’s Edge Russian River Valley Unfiltered $20.00 Silver  
2018 Chelsea Goldschmidt Merlot Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley Single Vineyard SALMON’S LEAP $20.00 Silver  
2018 Fidelity RED WINE Alexander Valley, Sonoma County   $17.00 Bronze  
2017 Counselor The Counselor Alexander Valley   $35.00 Silver  
2018 Trig Point Trig Point Alexander Valley, Sonoma County   $26.00 GG 97

7.21.2020- Domaine Lagneau shines as an example of a family-owned estate that even has a cellar that dates back to the 12th century. The Lagneaus purchased the property in 1978 in the village of Quincie-en-Beaujolais, located on the slopes of Mt. Brouilly. Currently, Didier Lagneau is the winemaker (he’s happiest among the vines), having taken over the reins from his father, Gerard. The Lagneaus have 12 ha Vieilles Vignes in Régnié that average 70 years-old, almost unheard of in this region. They pick everything by hand, sort by hand, and use natural yeast fermentation to produce a darkly robed wine with concentrated pure flavors. All of the fantastic aromatics from this beauty come from the terroir. 

“Bright ruby. Ripe black and blue fruits, cocoa powder and a hint of lavender on the perfumed nose. Broad, fleshy and sweet, in the style of the vintage, displaying intense cherry and boysenberry flavors that deepen and stretch out slowly with air. Shows sweet, velvety character on the gently tannic finish, which hangs on with very good tenacity and lingering florality. Drink 2021-2026.” 91 – Josh Raynolds, Vinous
 

Available in FL & Nj from Cynthia Hurley french Wines


7.20.2020- Like me, perhaps you have scoffed when seeing a wine review on a shelf talker from the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, but it is actually a huge event.

Thousands of wines enter.

It’s so big in fact their online wine sales site was overwhelmed and crashed within twenty minutes of opening.

https://lnkd.in/g7CtDDY


7.17.2020- 2016 Hilary Goldschmidt Wine Spectator 93pts Value Pick of the Week! “It’s extremely rare to find Oakville Cabernet of this quality at this price”.

Winemaker Nick Goldschmidt has always prided himself on making wines that punch way above their price points and he hits it out of the park again with this amazing value Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon.

“Punches like the Heavyweights at half the price”. -James Molesworth

Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact me or your Fedway rep for pricing and availability.

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7.16.2020- With everything that’s going on, please don’t forget there is still a looming tariff battle, as the next review is due to be completed August 12.

The chances the tariffs will be lifted is unlikely and they may in fact be raised as high as 100%.

Make your voice heard in opposing tariffs that could cripple European wine imports, jobs and impact the entire industry and many related industries.

https://lnkd.in/eg3dtiM


7.15.2020- 2019 Warwick Estate Chardonnay A tremendous value and a fantastic summertime wine perfect with cold seafood, salads and other light fare. Coming soon to FL contact us for details…

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7.14.2020- With everything that’s going on, please don’t forget there is still a looming tariff battle, as the next review is due to be completed August 12.

The chances the tariffs will be lifted is unlikely and they may in fact be raised as high as 100%.

Make your voice heard in opposing tariffs that could cripple European wine imports, jobs and impact the entire industry and many related industries.

https://www.votervoice.net/mobile/USWTA/Campaigns/75745/Respond


7.13.2020- If you could afford it, would you buy a Ferrari or a Honda?

Can a wine that costs $300 or more a bottle still be considered a value? Is there a definable QPR at the higher levels, or is it about something else? Something harder to define. A deeper meaning… a feeling you get.

Many of us in the trade have the privilege to experience the world’s greatest wines. These wines have shaped my perception of what makes wine great. Wine that is beyond outstanding, but almost otherworldly, that merely calling it wine does it a disservice. It is a bit abstract to anyone who has not had similar experience and like any art, it can be subjective. While I would love to, I don’t need to drink La Tache everyday to tell you it is an unforgettable experience. So if you walk away feeling your expectations were exceeded, your perception was altered, or your life was in some way changed, then even that luxury bottle was a value.

https://www.insider.com/italian-300-dollar-luxury-wine-de-buris-tasting-expensive-2020-7


7.10.2020- Our first shipment of 2019 Chateau Routas Rose has sold out, but we have plenty more arriving this week and again in August to keep all our thirsty Routas loving friends satisfied!

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7.9.2020- Rare and unusual Spanish Rose now in stock! Adegas Moure, Abadia da Cova, Ribeira Sacra Sousón Rose Abadia da Cova is a family winery, in the heart of the Ribeira Sacra, in a magical place known as “O Cabo do Mundo.” The aim of Abadía da Cova is to produce wines with the least possible intervention, respecting and protecting the environment. The Moure family carries out all the work manually on the steep “heroic” terraced slopes along the Miño River. White Abadía da Cova, composed entirely of Albariño from the farm in Cuñas, was the first wine of Adegas Moure. Nacho Alvarez has been working with Adegas Moure as their winemaker to guide the wines throughout their process of vinification and aging, so they enter the market at the right time and optimal conditions. Only 800 bottles produced! Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


7.8.2020- Rose Piscine the original always on the rocks rose! Summer heat is nt match for the refreshing flavors of Rose Piscine. The first rose designed specifically to be served over ice. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates and in FL from Trotta wine.

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7.7.2020- Family owned since 1927, Pedroncelli has always delivered amazing values from Sonomas Dry Creek! This Chardonnay will leave you asking how’d they do that for the price! If you like your Chard unoaked and full of fresh bright flavors, this one has your name written all over it! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. pedroncelliChard


7.6.2020- Goldschmidt Fidelity Zinfandel 92 Wine Spectator! Another outstanding value from Nick Goldschmidt. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 2018FidelityZinWS_WOW92.png


7.3.2020-  Castell d’Age is the creation of three generations of women in the Junyent family, located in the Beguda Baixa, in the heart of the Alt Penedés region. It all started with Aurèlia Figuera and then was transformed by Anne Marie Comtesse in the late 1980s with the production of Cavas. Anne Marie is a pioneer in introducing organic farming in the region. With the addition of her daughter Olivia Junyent to the business they are now certified organic and biodynamic agriculture, a method that respects the relationship between humans and earth.

Terroir & Vineyard Practices:

 

The Bodega is certified organic and biodynamic at the strictest levels and this wine is made without the addition of sulfur. This comes from young Grenache Blanc vines grown in Can Pujades on Clay soils.

Back in stock, but will sell quickly! Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


7.2.2020- The big boys are jumping into the DtC segment. Are they trying to expand their reach or is this a shot across the bow of the three-tier system?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/chrisfurnari/2020/07/01/constellation-brands-buys-gary-vaynerchuks-direct-to-consumer-empathy-wines-brand/#3c661b684cea


7.1.2020- A winery tour where scuba gear is required… Croatia’s first underwater winery ages wine on the floor of the Adriatic Sea in amphora for two years.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jimdobson/2020/06/22/the-underwater-wine-cellars-of-croatia-beneath-the-adriatic-sea/#249547d93cf7


6.30.2020- A paper wine bottle?

Frugal bottle is made from 94% recycled paperboard, with a plastic food-grade liner to contain the wine or spirits within, similar in concept to a bag-in-box.

Five time lighter and six times lower carbon footprint than glass.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/the-editors-blog/paper-wine-bottle-frugal-launched-440537/


6.29.2020- 2015 Hilary Goldschmidt continues to be the gold standard for value (yes VALUE) in Oakville. 100% Cab, 100% single vineyard, 100% French oak. Surrounded by neighbors who charge 3x, 5x, 10x as much as Goldschmidt. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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6.26.2020- Florida suspends on premise alcohol consumption at bars statewide as Covid cases continue to skyrocket. No word yet on restaurants.

https://www.wptv.com/news/state/bars-in-florida-can-no-longer-serve-alcohol-state-official-announces


6.25.2020- No Values in Burgundy… pshaw! Jean Pierre Large is the Beaujolais Cru Virtuoso behind this fantastic Morgon Gamay Les Deilys. Morgon is known for producing wines of profound character and age-ability. Loaded with complexity and character, this wine is a knockout value and amazingly ageworthy given the price. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for pricing and to sample.


6.24.2020- A winery tour where scuba gear is required… Croatia’s first underwater winery ages wine on the floor of the Adriatic Sea in amphora for two years.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jimdobson/2020/06/22/the-underwater-wine-cellars-of-croatia-beneath-the-adriatic-sea/#5cf47cf03cf7


6.23.2020- A terrific St Veran from Collovray et Terrier. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.2017c&tstveran


6.22.2020- 2017 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet. Year after year Pedroncelli produces solid, satisfying, and often sumptuous wines. This wine, for example, is beautifully proportioned, with no element in excess, and a beautiful sense of balance that extends from the bouquet through the finish. Outstanding values are always in fashion! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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6.19.2020- With a surge in virtual tastings and to go meals, the 375ml bottle is making a comeback…

Are your producers keeping pace?

https://www.winemag.com/2020/06/11/half-bottles-wine/


6.18.2020- The appeal and pleasure of Burgundy is amplified many times over by an intellectual attraction to the idea of terroir.

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/11/dining/drinks/wine-review-cote-de-beaune-villages-red.html

The article mentions 2017 Henri Boillot Volnay and gives it three stars. While this wine is long sold out, I have plenty of other great Volnay from Boillot available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. https://www.sevenfifty.com/cynthiahurley


6.17.2020- With a surge in virtual tastings and to go meals, the 375ml bottle is making a comeback…

https://www.winemag.com/2020/06/11/half-bottles-wine/


6.16.2020- looking for small run private labels from France? We can help. Grafe Lecocq is a different kind of negociant. They buy barrels of finished wine and age them n their own cellars in Belgium. many famous regions are represented and they are able to offer high quality wines very affordably. See the link to check out the range of their products: https://www.grafe.be/vins-grafe/en/10252-wines.html Contact us for details.


6.15.2020- We are excited to announce we are now working with an old friend to represent his Bourbon.  Seventy Two Bourbon  is made from a mash of 80% white corn and 20% rye, which provides an excellent balance of sweetness and spice. Seventy Two delivers a rich, complex whiskey with considerable depth and a long, silky-smooth finish. Available throughout the US. We will be working on it for FL and a few other markets. Contact us for details and to sample.

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6.12.2020-  Pedroncelli Winery- Memories, Passion and the Future…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6CqPUBG5dE


6.11.2020- A bottle adorned with a self-adhesive label bearing the words ‘Romanée Conti 1924’, with a guide price of HK$160,000-$220,000, has been withdrawn from an auction after concerns were raised about its authenticity. Well…duh!

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/06/bottle-of-drc-withdrawn-from-auction-after-authenticity-concerns/


6.10.2020- great video from Nick Goldschmidt discussing the always amazing and perhaps our favorite wine in his portfolio GV Yoeman Alexander Valley…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKbGe8N4C5E


6.9.2020- The worlds best Cab is from… Mexico?

hhttps://www.newsweek.com/don-leo-mexican-wine-best-cabernet-sauvignon-gold-trophy-cidc-competition-1509557ttps://lnkd.in/eBGkgRA


7.8.2020- Cool Vino Spanish Sparkling Rose in cans. A tasty, fun, flavorful rose Be Cool! Available in FL Contact us for other markets.

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6.5.2020- 2018 Pedroncelli Chardonnay 90pts James Suckling! Pedroncelli has been family owned in Sonomas Dry Creek since 1927. A fantastic value! Available in Nj exclisively through Fedway Associates.

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6.4.2020- Queen of Spain Low Cal, Organic & Low alc. Less than 100 calories per 5oz glass. Who says a wine cant be all things to all people. Contact for availabity and pricing.

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6.3.2020- Now available! Warwick First Lady Chardonnay! A fantastic Chard that way over delivers. Loaded with meyer lemon and bright acidity a perfect seafood wine! Avail in FL contact us for availablity in other markets.

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6.2.2020- Coming soon to FL….

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6.1.2020- Looking for affordable Burgundy… the Côte Chalonnaise includes 44 villages, that produces wines that are ready to drink sooner than many from the Cote d’Or, making them more affordable.

I have some fantastic producers with Cynthia Hurley French Wines- Domaine Berthenet, Domaine Ninot, and Domaine Eric de Suremain, Check them out on SevenFifty: https://lnkd.in/er8Dg2s

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6.29.2020- PicNIC with Nick #8 Nick goes in depth to discuss the changes he’s seen as a winemaker over the last 30 years.

Climate change, fires, drought, changes in harvest dates and more!

https://lnkd.in/e7Ezhr5


5.28.2020- New Press for the always Awesome Chateau Routas Rose! Available in Nj exclusively through Fedway Associates. Also available in FL Contact us for details.

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5.27.2020- Glass bottles vs aluminum cans… clap your hands bottles and cans…

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5.26.2020- Last few cases of this great wine from Pedroncelli. Available exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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5.25.2020- 2015 Goldschmidt PLUS Game Ranch is the pinnacle of Nick Goldschmidt’s winemaking employing all his best techniques and skill acquired over his 30+ year career. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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5.22.2020- An almost entirely intact Roman mosaic villa floor has been discovered in a vineyard just outside of Verona Italy.

The mosaics were discovered under a vineyard in Negrar di Valpolicella, a comune about 12 kilometres northwest of Verona.

https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/3805/Mosaics-Of-A-Roman-Villa-Were-Found-Under-A-Vineyard-In-Italy


5.21.2020- Analytical vs appreciative tasting. Can you have one without the other?

Interesting article 3min read… https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/jefford-wine-language-tasting-434841/


5.20.2020- Great article on Rose Piscine Available in NJ from Fedway Associates. FL through Trotta Wine and Powerplay Beverage in MO.

https://airmail.news/issues/2020-5-9/is-this-the-worlds-most-popular-rose

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5.19.2020- Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel. The original California White Zin! Forst vintage was 1956. Pedroncelli is still family owned and operated today. Available in NJ Exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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5.18.2020- Canned wine sales continue to see huge growth. Like any other category, you need selection, diversity and varying price points.

Last year, canned wine sales jumped 69 percent, to 739,000 cases in retail outlets tracked by Nielsen and the growth this year is set to eclipse that.

Cool Vino is a low alc (10%) Spanish sparkling Tempranillo Rose from Alcazar de San Juan located in Castilla la Mancha. Packaged in 250ml 4pks. Now available in FL and coming soon to additional markets. Contact me for inquiries, pricing and samples.

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5.15.2020- Despite efforts to weaken pollution rules the U.S. is on track to produce more electricity this year from renewable power than from coal for the first time on record.

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/13/climate/coronavirus-coal-electricity-renewables.html


5.14.2020-  Great write up on Rose Piscine. Is this the worlds most popular Rose?

Rosé Piscine, as it was named, is being hailed as one of the great modern success stories of the French wine industry.

https://airmail.news/issues/2020-5-9/is-this-the-worlds-most-popular-rose


5.13.2020-  A great video from Keith Murray talking about the Provence Rose market, his strategy, and why Chateau Routas is well positioned.

Chateau Routas Rose is available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/seth-proper-2bb95611_provence-rosaez-rosaezallday-activity-6664270260872495104-Rc8q


5.12.2020- Tomorrow at Noon EST, we have a very cool interview and discussion with Nick Goldschmidt’s son and next generation winemaker Luke.

Luke has experienced 6 vintages in 6 countries in the last 3 years. His experience includes the 2017 fires during the Opus 1 vintage, the yellow jacket protests while at Louis Latour in 2018, the drought in Australia while at Penfolds in 2019 and the current pandemic while at Catana in Mendoza 2020.

Join us! Registration required.

Click here to register:
https://lnkd.in/ehYTdKR

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5.11.2020- Nick Goldschmidt’s Boulder Bank Sauvignon Blanc from Omaka Valley, Rapura in Marlborough. 92 Blue Lifestyle

So many NZ Sauvignon Blancs are from massive vineyards that plow by the mile and hammer with acidity and citrus. This unique single vineyard wine shows different style… guava, passion fruit, peach and minerals. Like all of Nick’s wines, it punches well above it’s price point.

Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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5.8.2019- We are setting up Virtual tastings with Pedroncelli’s Own Julie Pedroncelli! These events are super easy to put on and a great way to engage with customers in a casual, fun and meaningful way. Available exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact us to book.

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5.7.202-  2019 Forefathers Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc continues to impress! Available in NJ Exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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5.6.2020- Hey NJ, I’ve got Zoom sessions available with Nick Goldschmidt!

Retail virtual tastings, virtual wine dinners, employee/staff training and so much more.

I can help you organize. These events are surprisingly easy to put on and Nick always makes them fun!

Contact use for details and to book.

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4.5.2020-  Chateau Routas Rose has been delivering outstanding quality any value for years! Before Rose was the it wine of summer, before the average wine drinker had even heard of Provence. In this video, keith talks Provence, Routas and Rose starategy in a time of over supply in in the Rose category.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/keith-murray-61452723_provence-rosaez-rosaezallday-activity-6663762268594950144-zeMF


4.4.2020- Since 1927 the Pedroncelli family has been making wines of quality and value from their property in Sonomas Dry Creek.

Sustainably farmed since before it was a thing, value since before it was trendy, family owned since day 1. It all adds up to tradition, heritage and a range of wines consumers can enjoy with confidence.

Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.


4.1.2020- South African government’s covid19 regulations cripple their entire wine industry.

The South African government, has shut down all wines sales in the country including exports.

https://lnkd.in/ePcdyv7


4.30.2020- Check out sixty seconds with Keith Murray talking about the always awesome Chateau Routas Rose.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/keith-murray-61452723_rosaez-rosaezallday-wine-activity-6659793360762523648-ve4Q


4.29.2020- With the on premise business waiting to reopen, once impossible to get collector bottles are now available and at bargain prices.

https://punchdrink.com/articles/whiskey-collectors-unicorn-season-rare-spirits/?ref=PRH9800612C55F7&linkid=PRH9800612C55F7&cdi=8DE5432CBD48838BE0534FD66B0AF28E&template_id=16536&aid=randohouseinc8404-20&utm_campaign=punchnewsletter&utm_source=Crown&utm_medium=Email&cid=115332&mid=1880765880


4.28.2020- Spring and summer is bottling season in CA. Small and medium wineries are faced with difficult decisions to bottle now or wait.

Do they cut production and try to rent additional tank space for the 2020 vintage? Slash margins and sell to the bulk market?

If every winery suddenly pulls the trigger on bottling the rest of their wines in August or September, they may find themselves at the mercy of over-booked bottlers.

https://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/napa-valley-wineries-navigate-industry-uncertainty-as-production-continues/article_35a8fbd0-d4c1-590b-b30f-28b106516a86.html


4.27.2020-  PicNic with Nick Vol 3. They have all been good, but this one is stellar! A masterclass delivered in a way only Nick can.

A discussion on factors that need to be considered when planting a new vineyard. The case study surrounds the new Staircase vineyard that will become home to some of the top wines in the Goldschmidt stable.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7WqGgSCCzc&feature=youtu.be


4.24.2020- We are nearly sold out of our 2018 Henri Boillot allocation, but a few wines do remain. Available in NJ & FL through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for details.

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4.23.2020- 70% of Napa Valley’s wineries produce less than 5,000 cases of wine a year. Without tasting room traffic to drive sales, wineries need to focus energy on consumer outreach through social media channels.

https://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/covid-19-could-permanently-reshape-the-business-of-wine-in-napa-valley/article_10913cc8-b8da-5f00-937f-b7cb516b10a1.html


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4.21.2020- While there has been a huge initial bump in retail sales, without restaurants, how long will home consumption keep this pace?

https://www.winemag.com/2020/04/13/wine-sales-distribution/?utm_campaign=2649345_BIE%20April%2015&utm_medium=email&utm_source=dotmailer&dm_i=28KR,1KS8X,74XNNS,5CANF,1


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4.17.2020- Check out PicNic with Nick Vol 3. An absolute masterclass by Nick on soil and picking the absolute best location for a vineyard. Amazing insight and perspective. A must watch especially for my friends at Fedway!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7WqGgSCCzc


4.16.2020-  While there has been a huge initial bump in retail sales, without restaurants, how long will home consumption keep this pace?

https://www.winemag.com/2020/04/13/wine-sales-distribution/?utm_campaign=2649345_BIE%20April%2015&utm_medium=email&utm_source=dotmailer&dm_i=28KR,1KS8X,74XNNS,5CANF,1


4.15.2020-  As we all are dining exclusively at home, we can’t dig into the cellar every night, or there will be nothing left. So, value is the word!

Domaine Lavigne Saumur Champigny is a food friendly Cabernet Franc from Loire loaded with personality that goes with almost everything… roasted, grilled, or full of flavor. Hamburgers or sausage, yes. Pizza, perfect. Fish without a doubt.

Cabernet Franc is such a versatile food wine because its body, smooth tannins and acidity make it easy to pair with so many different things.

Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

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4.14.2020- Pedroncelli has been producing fantastic values from their family owned vineyards and winery in the Dry Creek since 1927.

While value has always been in fashion for the savvy wine buyer, now it’s more in focus than ever.

“They obviously survived Prohibition and consumers are all the better for it. Moreover, they have always had a humble philosophy in terms of pricing. Dollar-for-dollar, the Pedroncelli wines consistently offer both character and quality for their prices, something consumers should never forget.” Robert Parker

Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.


4.13.2020- Vintners across the Southern Hemisphere face harvest amid disease and government-mandated shutdowns. How to pick and vinify grapes while keeping workers safe…

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/how-do-you-harvest-grapes-and-make-wine-in-a-pandemic


4.10.2020- PicNic With Nick #2 Site Specific winemaking.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ANPleuCLuc&list=PLbAS2mG9pzZPfzBvUMB8iGaeagC70kagI&index=3&t=0s


4.9.2020- Looking for values? Of course… everyone is. Don’t compromise on quality! We have some great opportunities. From Bargain Pinot and Chardonnay, to Mind-blowingly good Napa Cab at incredible prices, we can help you navigate the changing landscape. Contact us for details.


4.8.2020- Cynthia Hurley La Font de Notre Dame, Rasteau La Source 2018 Available in NJ and FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines…

“The 2018 Rasteau la Source—a blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Mourvèdre and 5% each Carignan and Syrah—boasts remarkable freshness. Ripe notes of licorice and black cherries mark the nose, while the medium to full-bodied palate is supple but zesty, turning to velvety waves of fruit on the lengthy finish. Drink 2020-2027.”- 90-93 Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate


4.7.2020- Experimenting not at the high end (too risky), but in the bulk and secondary market, is where exciting innovation and creativity can blossom. 

http://www.the-buyer.net/opinion/oliver-styles-on-how-experimental-bulk-wine-the-other-secondary-market/


4.4.2020- Looking for some shelter in placed education?

Saw this free online champagne course. Thought it may be cool to share. Learn about bubbles in the comfort of your home.
 
 

4.3.2020- Here’s the first in a series of upcoming videos with Nick Goldschmidt. Nick finds himself in the unfamiliar situation of actually being at home, so he has set up a Zoom series PicNIC with Nick Goldschmidt #1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeHBr0nOrgE

 


4.2.2020- After a 10 year effort, the French wine industry has obtained the right to market wines officially recognized as “natural”.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=228237


4.1.2020- Great interview of Julie Pedroncelli and Ed St John. Pedroncelli is available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fo1qk8zNFJw


3.31.2020- Tariffs were already hurting French wines, now COVID-19 puts en primeur tastings on hold.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/as-france-shuts-down-to-fight-coronavirus-bordeaux-puts-wine-futures-on-hold


3.30.2020- Cans are one of the fastest-growing forms of alternative wine packaging on the market.

Last year, canned wine sales jumped 69 percent, to 739,000 cases in retail outlets tracked by Nielsen.

Cool Vino is a low alc (10%) Spanish sparkling Tempranillo Rose from Alcazar de San Juan located in Castilla la Mancha. Packaged in 250ml 4pks. Now available in FL and coming soon to additional markets. Contact me for inquiries, pricing and samples.

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3.27.2020- Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel. The original White Zin since 1956! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. zinrose.jpg


3.26.2020- Tariffs were already hurting French wines, now COVID-19 puts en primeur tastings on hold.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/as-france-shuts-down-to-fight-coronavirus-bordeaux-puts-wine-futures-on-hold


3.25.2020- Here’s Nick Goldschmidt talking about his 2018 Katherine Goldschmidt Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. This always awesome Cab is perfect for customers looking to stock up great values. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact me or your favorite Fedway rep for pricing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNVnZ8Oex7U


3.24.2020- According to the Wine Institute; “we interpret winery businesses to meet the definition of “essential businesses.” Wineries and associated businesses are considered essential businesses that supply other essential businesses (grocery stores, other food outlets) with the support or supplies necessary to operate. This should mean sales can continue even if a shelter in place order is enacted (like in CA).

https://wineinstitute.org/news-alerts/impact-of-county-shelter-in-place-orders-on-wineries


3.23.2020- As Covid-19 continues to effect so many worldwide, we want you to know we are here for our customers and willing to help in any way possible. You have so generously supported our wines over the years and we want to do whatever we can to assist. Please contact us if we can do any thing.  Many if you are currently not sampling or meeting with anyone, but if you need samples, tech sheets, shelf talkers, etc. Reach out!


3.20.2020- Under the sea… Winemaker Antonio Arrighi worked with researchers to make a new, golden-coloured wine named ‘Nesos’ from grapes that had been harvested and submerged under the sea.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/nesos-underwater-wine-italy-433307/


3.19.2020- 2019 Routas Rose is on its way to our good friends at Fedway NJ! Arriving mid April, this Provence Rose continues to be among the best wine values in the world! Also available in Florida. Contact us for details and pricing…

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3.18.2020- Couly Dutheil Rose offers a unique Cab Franc Rose that drinks well all year and ages gracefully for 5-6 years. Available in NJ & Florida from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

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3.17.2020-  Bordeaux remains the reference point for red blends. It’s actually more contemporary and affordable than you might think…

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/bordeaux-is-the-original-wine-blend-but-its-more-contemporary-and-affordable-than-you-might-think/2020/03/13/036b08de-6464-11ea-b3fc-7841686c5c57_story.html


3.16.2020- An amazing Zinfandel at an incredible price! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates…

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3.13.2020- More press for Experience Napa Cabernet Sauvignon! Available in FL & NJ Contact us for details. Interested in other markets? We can help!

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3.12.2020- Wines in Spaaaaccceeeeeee…. While winemakers are spreading into colder regions and higher altitudes to avoid hotter temperatures roasting grapes in the traditional vineyards, will this experiment help save the industry from climate change?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/elizabethhowell1/2020/03/09/special-space-experiment-tackles-saving-wine-from-climate-change/#5d624c097823


3.11.2020- Bordeaux remains the reference point for red blends. It’s actually more contemporary and affordable than you might think. We have some great selections for Cynthia Hurley French Wines! Check us out atr sevebfifty.com/cynthiahutley

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/bordeaux-is-the-original-wine-blend-but-its-more-contemporary-and-affordable-than-you-might-think/2020/03/13/036b08de-6464-11ea-b3fc-7841686c5c57_story.html


3.10.2020- We are sorry to report that Fedway Associates has decided to cancel their spring tasting at the Borgata Hotel scheduled for April 15th as well as the lauber grand Annual Tasting at mayfair farms in West Orange. This is of course out of an abundance of caution, but we are so sorry we wont be seeing all of you at these great events. We would still be thrilled to meet you and taste our wines with you. We have new wines, new vintages and always some special treats. Reach out and we can set up an appointment.fedway_springtastig2020_cancled.jpg


3.9.2020- Wines in Spaaaaccceeeeeee….
While winemakers are spreading into colder regions and higher altitudes to avoid hotter temperatures roasting grapes in the traditional vineyards, will this experiment help save the industry from climate change?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/elizabethhowell1/2020/03/09/special-space-experiment-tackles-saving-wine-from-climate-change/#3fa3f6b87823


3.6.2020- Rose Piscine The original “Piscine” style Rose meant to be served over ice. Refreshing, low alcohol and fun to drink! Available in NJ from Fedway Associates,  in Florida through Trotta Wine and in Missouri through Powerplay Distributors…

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3.5.2020- 2015 Goldschmidt Vineyards Yoeman Vineyard Cabernet. An amazing ALexander Valley Cab that will put the notion to rest that AV cant produce Cabs that can go toe to toe with Napa. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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3.4.2020-  2016 Hilary Goldschmidt Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon. An amazing Oakville wine that wont break the bank! 100% Cab, 100% French oak, 100% single vineyard. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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3.3.2020- De La Rosa Vineyards Lev St Laurent. Now available at Total Wine in Florida$R7VRX80.jpg


3.2.2020- Its great to have choices… Amazing wines available from Cynthia Hurley French Wines! IMG_0566.jpg


2.28.2020- Domaine Clos Lumieres Rouge. A fantastic value Cotes du Rhone that drinks well above its prive point. Love CdR? this needs to be in your glass. Available in FL and NJ through Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

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2.27.2020- Are those $2 and $3 wines drinkable? Even when you pay $3 for a bottle of wine, if you end up pouring it down the drain… you still got ripped off.

https://www.dallasobserver.com/restaurants/what-that-super-cheap-wine-is-really-like-11882499


2.26.2020- Warm weather nixes German Ice Wine vintage.

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-51695464


2.25.2020- As Coronavirus continues to sweep the globe, major wine players are suffering.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/katedingwall/2020/02/25/coronavirus-leaving-the-wine-industry-dizzy/#3af82566670f


2.24.2020- 2018 Couly Dutheil Chinon Rose magnums. We have a great price on the remaining inventory of this fantastic Rose. Available in FL & NJ through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for details…

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2.21.2020- A peek inside the exclusive, mysterious Premiere Napa Valley Wine Auction.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2020/02/26/that-exclusive-napa-wine-on-your-table-heres-a-look-behind-the-scenes-at-getting-it-there/#84b88c04acbd


2.20.2020-  Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel. The original California dry white zin! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. zinrose.jpg


2.19.2020-  Experience Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 90 Blue Lifestyle. Who says Napa Cab is unaffordable? This Napa Cab retails for under $25! Opening new markets. Contact us for retail and wholesale distribution.experience_90ADB.jpg


2.18.2020- Never say you’ve seen everything, because when you do, something like this pops up…

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lanabandoim/2020/02/23/tricking-your-taste-buds-startup-makes-synthetic-wine-in-a-lab/#140c7cb73f37


2.17.2020 – The good news for consumers: Oversupply will allow better quality juice to flow down into lower-priced bottles, which will improve overall quality and value.

The bad news for the industry: “We have entered a period where the cumulative negative messaging about alcohol and health is impacting demand from young (millennial) consumers.” We have always overcome challenges, so this is nothing new, but how we act and react to these challenges will determine the future.

https://www.svb.com/wine-report?utm_campaign=2020-01-wine-report&utm_source=pressrelease&utm_medium=pr


2.14.2020 Happy Valentines Day! What’s your favorite pour to make this days extra festive?

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2.13.2020- French winemakers cry foul over unfair tariffs…

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/french-winemakers-feel-the-tariff-pain


2.12.2020-  Join us April 15th 2020, for Fedway’s Spring Tasting at The Borgata Hotel Atlantic City! We will be pouring amazing wines for Goldschmidt Vineyards and Pedroncelli Winery. We always have a few surprises at the table so be sure to stop by and see what we’ve got going on.

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2.11.2020- Hey NJ… Are you ready for Chateau Routas 2019? Coming off an amazing and highly rated 2018 vintage, NJ’s thirst for this fantastic Provence Rose just keeps growing.  We should be in stock and ready to go by the end of March! Contact us or your favorite Fedway rep for details.

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2.10.2020-  Whats is a Name? Is it an actual place or does a vineyards name make it exist?

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/robert-mondavi-winery-sits-in-the-to-kalon-vineyard-its-owner-says-theres-no-such-place


2.7.2020-  Hey FL, we are about launch Cool Vino! A fun tasty, sparkler in a can! Make your poolside party, pool bar or outdoor event shine the Cool Vino way! Contact us for details.

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2.6.2020- New press for the always on point Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc. Available in Nj exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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2.5.2020- Replanting regions to different varietals may be the industries key to surviving climate change.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/surviving-climate-change-replanting-wine-regions-may-be-key


2.4.2020- A recent study identified a total of 17 key compounds found in red wine.

https://phys.org/news/2020-02-key-compounds-wine-aromas.html


2.3.2020-  Henri Boillot continues to be one of the shining stars of Burgundy and his wines for the 2018 vintage are no exception. While Henri does not own the vineyards from which the grapes are sourced, he only selects the absolute best parcels and farms them as meticulously as if they were his own. From the entry level Bourgogne to the other worldly Le Montrachet Grand Cru, his wines offer an unforgettable experience. We will soon be accepting orders for these extraordinary wines. Contact me for details and pricing for NJ & FL.

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/2018-Henri-Boillot-White-Burgundies-Reviewed-by-WA.html?soid=1011211973098&aid=C2NnXvPoccs


1.31.2020- Hey NJ we’ve got something new for you from Nick Goldschmidt! Singing Tree Reserve Chardonnay Dutton Ranch. Very limited! Our best GV customers are definitely going to want this!  Available exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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1.30.2020- Replanting regions to different varietals may be the industries key to surviving climate change.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/surviving-climate-change-replanting-wine-regions-may-be-key


1.29.2020- Hey NJ coming soon…

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1.28.2020- Climate change could shrink more than half f all wine regions.

https://www.inquirer.com/news/climate-change-warming-wine-grapes-pennsylvania-new-jersey-france-20200128.html


1.27.2020-  Italian police arrest winemakers for fraud…

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/italian-police-arrest-winemakers-for-allegedly-producing-counterfeit-wine


1.24.2020- How to taste wine like a pro:

https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-taste-wine-tips-from-winemaker-at-americas-oldest-winery-brotherhood


1.23.2020- More than 97,000 gallons of red wine spilled from a tank at a vineyard in Sonoma County and eventually leaked into the Russian River, an accident officials said could hurt water quality in the 110-mile tributary flowing into the Pacific Ocean.

But don’t worry… they are conducting an ‘internal investigation’.

https://ktla.com/2020/01/23/97000-gallons-of-red-wine-spills-from-tank-at-sonoma-co-vineyard-leaks-into-russian-river/


1.22.2020-  Goldschmidt Fidelity Zinfandel 92 WInes Spectator! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact us or your favorite Fedway rep to sample and for pricing.

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1.21.2020-  Chateau Routas Rose a wine for all seasons!

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1.20.2020- In its “State of the Wine Industry Report 2020”, Silicon Valley Bank predicts that an oversupply of grapes will trigger widespread discounts for U.S. consumers, providing them with the best wine retail values in 20 years.

https://www.noozhawk.com/article/laurie_jervis_silicon_valley_bank_predicts_oversupply_will_discount_wine


1.17.2020-  Coming soon to NJ…

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1.16.2020-  Cool Vino is here! Contact us for details…

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1.15.2020- Trade wars and tariffs only tell part of the story. Declining consumption, changing tastes, pricing, availability and even fraud have all been issues. So what lies ahead for 2020?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/01/wines-year-of-growing-uncertainty


1.14.2020- Minerality is a term that has long confounded and fascinated us, but are scientists any closer in understanding what causes us to perceive these characteristics in a wine’s aroma and flavor?

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/guest-blog/minerality-in-wine-429893/


1.13.2020-  2017 Couly-Dutheil, Les Chanteaux  Chenin Blanc from Chinon
A chalk soil vineyard offers the opportunity to make this rich and fruity wine. Pineapple and melon mingle easily with citrus flavors to give a wine that is super-ripe although tempered with acidity and a fresh aftertaste. Drink from late 2019.”- Wine Enthusiast

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Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


1.10.2020- Are you cool? Now available and open for national distribution… Cool Vino Spanish sparkling rose in a can! Contact us for inquiries. Samples available.

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1.9.2020-  Lots of great press for Pedroncelli! These wines continue to be a consistent value while delivering quality and family tradition since 1927! If you haven’t had Pedroncelli in a while or have never (never?) enjoyed these wines, its time you did yourself a favor. Available exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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1.8.2020- Another new exciting wine from Nick Goldschmidt coming in February to NJ… Singing Tree Dutton Ranch Chardonnay! Available exclusively through Fedway Associates!

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1.6.2020- 2018 Chateau Routas Rose drinking amazingly well all year! Limited availability message us for info. Available exclusively through Fedway Associates in NJ. Contact us for FL.


1.3.2020- Coming in February to NJ Another amazing wine from Nick Goldschmidt… Fidelity Zinfandel. 92 Wine Spectator. Available exclusively through Fedway Associates… FidelityZin


1.2.2020- We have a lot of exciting new wines and opportunities for the new year. We look forward to sharing then with you soon….


12.31.2019-  Thank you to all the customers, sales reps and consumers who support us and our amazing suppliers al year long. We are grateful for your support. We look forward to a great 2020!

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12.30.2019- For the first time since the 1980s, UC Davis researchers have released new varieties of wine grapes. The five new varieties, three red and two white, are highly resistant to Pierce’s disease (which which costs California grape growers more than $100 million a year) and are more sustainable.

https://www.ucdavis.edu/food/news/uc-davis-releases-five-new-wine-grape-varieties/


12.27.2019- Viewing wine through a different lense adds a new perspective and that’s a good thing…

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lanabortolot/2019/12/19/how-thirtysomethings-are-changing-how-we-think-about-and-drink-wine/#c133ddc785c9


12.26.2019-  For the first time since the 1980s, UC Davis researchers have released new varieties of wine grapes. The five new varieties, three red and two white, are highly resistant to Pierce’s disease (which which costs California grape growers more than $100 million a year) and are more sustainable.

https://www.ucdavis.edu/food/news/uc-davis-releases-five-new-wine-grape-varieties/


12.24.2019- A bill in the NJ senate could add additional money to NJ’s Wine Industry Project Grant to help promote itself as a player on the world stage.

https://www.pennlive.com/food/2019/12/new-jersey-wine-industry-looks-at-2020-and-potentially-twice-as-much-money-to-promote-itself.html


12.23.2019- Is this the future? Imagine turning on the tap and there’s nothing there. All of us (myself included) who buy bottled water are part of the problem. It’s time to stop trading natural resources that belong to everyone for corporate profit.

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/dec/12/queensland-school-water-commercial-bottlers-tamborine-mountain


12.20.2019- Its always Rose time! We have an exciting new canned Spanish rose to talk to you about for 2020. Looking for new markets. Contact us for details.  Untitled


12.19.2019- How many wines can you critically taste before your palate and your brain become fatigued? Does tasting without food truly give a fair shake or, is like hearing one side of a conversation, and forming an out of context opinion? Does a bad food pairing distort your perception?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnmariani/2019/12/10/are-wine-tastings-a-farce/#2cee5f3d2928


12.18.2019- Social media has been and will continue to be a huge part of wine marketing. According to the San Francisco Chronicle, 69% (yes, Ronnie) of all U.S. adults use some form of social media, so wineries who are not active online, are missing out.

Only a fraction of potential customers will ever make to your cellar door. What are you doing to interact with your current customers and bring in new ones? What are you doing with that engagement? Are you listening and responding? How are you reacting?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2019/12/16/at-2019-close-wine-marketing-past-and-future-is-tied-to-social-media/#15ed8a8e79dc


12.17.2019- A quick 4 minute listen about CA winemakers and what some are doing to mitigate climate change and reduce their carbon footprint. It’s time to put competition aside and work together on this issue.

https://www.npr.org/2019/12/17/788760864/california-wine-makers-examine-climates-effect-on-their-industry


12.16.2019- 2017 Pedroncelli Russian River Pinot Noir 90 James Suckling. If you can find a better value 100% French Oak Russian River Pinot Noir  for under $20, we say buy it.pedpn2017

Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.


12.13.2019- A bill in the NJ senate could add additional money to NJ’s Wine Industry Project Grant to help promote itself as a player on the world stage.

https://www.pennlive.com/food/2019/12/new-jersey-wine-industry-looks-at-2020-and-potentially-twice-as-much-money-to-promote-itself.html


12.12.2019- Is this the future? Imagine turning on the tap and there’s nothing there. All of us (we’re guilty too) who buy bottled water are part of the problem. It’s time to stop trading natural resources that belong to everyone for corporate profit.

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/dec/12/queensland-school-water-commercial-bottlers-tamborine-mountain


12.11.2019- How many wines can you critically taste before your palate and your brain become fatigued? Does tasting without food truly give a fair shake or, is like hearing one side of a conversation, and forming an out of context opinion? Does a bad food pairing distort your perception?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnmariani/2019/12/10/are-wine-tastings-a-farce/#550c39e52928


12.10.2019- There is so much great wine being made globally, that the most difficult part of the tariffs may not be how long they last, but how to regain lost consumers who move on to other wines.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2019/12/03/why-you-need-to-stock-up-on-french-wine-and-scotch-now/amp/


12.9.2019- This article is a few years old, but still rings true. What are you doing with your brand/portfolio to improve consumer interaction, create experiences, connect with people emotionally? Why wine communication sucks…

https://www.just-drinks.com/comment/why-wine-communication-sucks-industry-comment_id123878.aspx


12.6.2019- This cork regulates oxygen transfer rates resulting in less taste variability between different bottles of the same wine. The pores are large enough for oxygen molecules to pass through, but too small to allow passage of TCA and other contaminants, effectively screening out and blocking impurities from entering wine.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tmullen/2019/12/02/this-membrane-can-add-consistency-to-wine-quality/#23ea6aad2e0b


12.5.2019- DtC and traditional brick and mortar retail are two different business models targeting different consumers and should not be viewed as rivals.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2019/11/29/direct-to-consumer-and-traditional-wine-retailing-are-not-rivals-says-an-expert/#37d9d61f4788


12.4.2019- When it comes to versatility with food, Sherry is second only to Champagne, but still seems to get no love. Is it the worlds most ignored wine?

https://napavalleyregister.com/wine/columnists/dan-berger/dan-berger-on-wine-a-brief-primer-on-sherry/article_ca46965e-091c-57e2-b89d-6d6e7df696e3.html


12.3.2019- Dont let the cold weather ruin your mood! Lift your spirits with some great rose from the always awesome Chateau Routas. Great anytime of the year!

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway associates. Also available in Florida. Contact us for details.


12.2.2019- The total value of collectible wines and spirits in private hands has been estimated to be between $5 and $10 billion. Less than 10% of those collections are insured. Are you covered?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/joemicallef/2018/11/24/is-your-wine-collection-insured-probably-not/#447659e62010


11.29.2019- After your Black Friday shopping spree, save a few buck by grabbing this amazing value red from Pedroncelli!

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11.27.2019- Haven’t bought you Thanksgiving wine yet? Don’t panic! We are here to help. message us here for your turkey day suggestions.


11.26.2019- While not a problem exclusive to the wine industry, some deep pocketed CA vintners have found it cheaper to pay fines than follow environmental laws. When fines are viewed as the cost of doing business, it’s time to reexamine the fines.

https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2019/11/18/774859696/wine-moguls-destroy-land-and-pay-small-fines-as-cost-of-business-say-activists


11.25.2019-  Does a #1 ranking magically make a wine better? Earlier this week before the Wine Spectator’s #1 wine was announced, we somehow still had a few cases in stock. The day before the announcement, a retailer swooped in and bought our remaining inventory. Quite a coincidence I’m sure… The calls and emails came in on Friday, but it was too late. Sold out. Review or not, if a wine is great, it’s great. How many amazing undiscovered treasures are out there just waiting for their moment? The only difference, those wines need our help. Pick a wine in your portfolio and make it your project. Be it’s champion. Did the #1 ranking magically make the wine better? Of course not. It was already great.

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11.22.2019-  With so much great wine out there, have the prices for California “collectable” wines reached unsustainable levels?

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/how-solid-is-collector-demand-california-wine-investment-426229/


11.21.2019- Coming soon… Contact us for details on this exciting new Spanish canned sparkling rose!

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11.20.2019- Want to try a wine or region you’ve never experienced before? Knowing who imported the wine you’re considering will help you make an informed decision. If you’ve liked wines from them in the past, there’s a good chance you will like their other offerings as well. Turn that bottle around and have a look at the back label.

https://www.wsj.com/amp/articles/why-its-worth-knowing-who-imported-your-wine-11571329703


11.19.2019- Want to learn more about wine? Here are some great suggestions from Sommeliers…

https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/beverages/15-sommelier-level-moves-for-learning-about-wine/ar-AAJmqqP?li=AA30Oe


11.18.2019- Pedroncelli continues to dazzle! Value, quality and family tradition and combined to make one hell of a wine!

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact us for details.


11.15.2019- Space… the final (wine) frontier

https://www.usnews.com/news/business/articles/2019-11-04/wine-cellar-in-space-12-bottles-arrive-for-yearlong-stay


11.14.2019- In the search for value Burgundy, is Aligote having its moment? If you ask DRC’s Aubert de Villaine, the answer is yes. I have a fantastic one from Domaine Berthenet. Check it out on Sevenfifty sevenfifty.com/cynthiahurley

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/11/drc-mans-aligote-adventure


11.13.2019- Coming soon to NJ… A new reserve Dutton Ranch Chardonnay bottling of Singing Tree from Goldschmidt Vineyards. Available exclusively through Fedway Associates…

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11.12.2019- Step up your Cab Game with these two great bottlings from Goldschmidt Vineyards. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates. Contact us for details.

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11.11.2019- Turns out pouring on out for a lost friend is a tradition dating back thousands of years.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/libations-and-the-ancient-history-of-pouring-one-out/?ss=reddit


11.8.2019- What’s happening with wine sales as volume continues to dip. https://lnkd.in/eJ37Tmj


11.7.2019- 2016 Château Pontet-Canet, Pauillac 100pts #2 Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Cellar Selections of 2019 Available from Cynthia Hurley French Wine very limited! Message me for details. https://lnkd.in/eATbaER


11.6.2019- Space… the final wine frontier.

https://www.usnews.com/news/business/articles/2019-11-04/wine-cellar-in-space-12-bottles-arrive-for-yearlong-stay


11.5.2019- Hey Florida, Rose season is every season and we have some gems! Contact us for details.


11.4.2019- What does biodynamic wine really mean?

https://www.thirstynest.com/blogs/news/what-does-biodynamic-wine-really-mean


11.1.2019- For the first time ever, A US cheese is named worlds best. Rogue River Blue takes the top honor. Made by Rogue Creamery, a small, artisan cheesemaker in Southern Oregon that has been in business since 1933. It is an organic, cave-aged blue cheese that is wrapped in Syrah grape leaves that are soaked in pear spirits.

https://www.wisfarmer.com/story/news/2019/10/22/u-s-rogue-river-blue-wins-worlds-best-cheese/4064672002/


10. 31.2019-  Happy Halloween!

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10.30.2019-  They say value Cab is a thing of the past in California. Don’t believe the hype!

Now available 2017 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon. In Nj exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact us or your Fedway rep to sample.

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10.29-2019-  Announcing katherine Goldschmidt Stonemason Hill. Our old friend Kate has a new vineyard!

From Nick Goldschmidt:

Goldschmidt Vineyards is deeply vested in the culture of its wine. Nick has
been integrally involved in the choice of all our wines and their vineyard
provenance for everything that we make.
Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet Sauvignon has been part of our portfolio
with the first vintage being 2003. The opportunity to make this wine was
as part of a long relationship with Al DeLorimier that started when he was
the winemaker with Simi. The fruit from this vineyard consistently became
part of the Simi Reserve blend. When Al’s business changed Nick was
offered fruit that he had been working with for 15 years. The vineyard was
known as Crazy Creek and had been a collaborative vineyard/winemaking
effort during that time.
Goldschmidt Vineyards has successfully made Katherine Goldschmidt for 17
years based on this fruit. The program starting from a small production
base has now grown to a strongly recognized national brand.
The growth of the brand has meant that the wine production has now
outgrown the vineyard capacity. Seeing this coming, Nick had been
looking for a comparable replacement property that he would own and
control rather than lease. In 2017 Nick and Yolyn purchased, again in
Alexander Valley, The Staircase. This vineyard has a portion that was the
perfect fit to transition as the home base for the Katherine Goldschmidt
brand. The portion of this vineyard that is allocated to Katherine
Goldschmidt Cabernet Sauvignon brand is called STONEMASON HILL, so-
called to acknowledge the rocks on this part of the property that lead up to
some of the stone-walled terraces above.
Nick believes that the character and terrior of this site will ensure the
continued stylistic and winemaking goals that have made the brand so
successful. While Katherine Goldschmidt is no longer a single vineyard
wine, it does have the home base of STONEMASON HILL which will always
be part of the blend. The name is proprietary to the brand, rather than a
vineyard designate.
The first vintage that will be branded under the STONEMASON HILL
designation will be the 2018.


10.28.2019-  Château Lilian Ladouys 2016 Saint-Estèphe

Located on the Left Bank of Bordeaux in Saint-Estèphe, Château Lilian Ladouys has a long history that can thread its way back to the 1600s. Since 2008, the estate has been under the ownership of the Lorenzetti family. They have made considerable efforts to reparcel and restructure the vineyards, and modernize the wine making facilities all with the intention to boost the quality of wines. The estate totals 45 hectares, which is planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. One of the most unique features of the estate is the combination of clay, limestone, and sand soils – considered to be the the best in all of Saint- Estèphe. The estate embraces sustainable farming and is on the forefront of Bordeaux moving in that direction.

a very velvety texture” – James Suckling
93 pts. –  Jamessuckling.com
 
“An excellent wine”- Panos Kakaviatos
92 pts. – Decanter
 
“well worth seeking out”- Jeb Dunnuck
92 pts. –  JebDunnuck.com
 
“intense blackberry and boysenberry bouquet “- Neal Martin
92 pts. – Vinous
 
“the structure and tannins of a classic Saint-Estèphe” – Roger Voss,
92 pts. “Editors’ Choice” –  Wine Enthusiast
 
Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for details or check us out on sevenfifty- sevenfifty.com/cynthiahurley

10.25.2019- With so much great wine out there, have the prices for California “collectable” wines reached unsustainable levels?

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/how-solid-is-collector-demand-california-wine-investment-426229/


10.24.2019-  Want to try a wine or region you’ve never experienced before? Knowing who imported the wine you’re considering will help you make an informed decision. If you’ve liked wines from them in the past, there’s a good chance you will like their other offerings as well. Turn that bottle around and have a look at the back label.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/why-its-worth-knowing-who-imported-your-wine-11571329703?redirect=amp


10.23.2019-  Out today on the west Coast of Florida sampling some gems from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. We’d love to show them to you too!

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10.22.2019- Is the Okanagan better than Napa? There’s certainly some amazing wines coming from the region and the area has so much to offer visitors.

http://www.the-buyer.net/insight/jackie-fast-on-why-canadas-okanagan-is-better-than-napa-valley/


10.21.2019-  Rose Season never ends! Remember, rse is made from red grapes and some have real staying power and compatibility with fall and winter food pairings. We love Rose with our Thanksgiving turkey! Here’s  a few of our Favorites… Chateau Routas Provence Rose, Couly Dutheil Cab Franc Rose, and Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel. Available in FL & NJ contact us for details.


10.18-2019- Nice press for Domaine Testut from Burhghound. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/-This-is-really-quite-good–Chablis—-Burghound.html?soid=1011211973098&aid=aIivOhfbsw0

Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


10.17.2019- With so much great wine out there, is California’s elite “investment” Cab business in decline?

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/how-solid-is-collector-demand-california-wine-investment-426229/


10.16.2019- Want to try a wine or region you’ve never experienced before? Knowing who imported the wine you’re considering will help you make an informed decision. If you’ve liked wines from them in the past, there’s a good chance you will like their other offerings as well. Turn that bottle around and have a look at the back label.

Here’s a great article:

https://www.wsj.com/amp/articles/why-its-worth-knowing-who-imported-your-wine-11571329703


10.15.2019- Toms of fantastic new press for Goldschmidt Vineyards~

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Some wines Contact us for pricing.


10.14.2019-  Domaine Testut 1er Cru Vaillons 2018 Chablis

91 pts. – Burghound “(from 70+ year old vines in Beugnons). Here too there is a hint of quinine to the more classically styled nose of white pepper, floral, citrus and iodine-suffused aromas. The rich and nicely refined medium weight flavors exude a fine bead of minerality as well as good salinity on the very dry and sneaky long finish. This is really quite good and a wine that should reward mid-term cellaring. Drink 2024+.”- Allen Meadows, Burghound, Issue 76

Available in FL & NJ through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. message us for pricing.


10.11.2019-  We had a great event week featuring wines from Pedroncelli. Family owned in the Dry Creek since 1927! Chardonnay, Three Vineyards Cabernet, Wisdom Cabernet 007 Cabernet and of course it wouldn’t be a party without Mother Clone Zinfandel! It’s Jersey in fall!

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10.10.2019- Now is the time to step up your Cab game! 2015 Hilary Goldschmidt Oakville Cabernet & 2015 Goldschmidt Vineyards Yoeman Alexander Valley Cabernet. What do both of these wines have that makes them special? 100% Cabernet, 100% Single Vineyard, 100% French oak, small production. Both offer amazing values and pedigrees in their price points. Both have very famous neighbors and sell for a fraction of their prices. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Message me or your Fedway rep for pricing or to sample.

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10.09.2019- When doing tastings, I like comparing/contrasting styles. It’s often an eye opener for people who only drink CA Chard to try Chablis, or NZ Sauvignon Blanc drinkers to try a SB from Spain. For the more adventurous, I like to show unusual grape varieties. Too many people look and look for a wine the like, and when they finally find something, they lock themselves into that one wine or style and don’t move beyond it. If that’s you, you’re missing so much!

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2019/10/06/5-must-have-bottles-for-a-memorable-and-successful-wine-tasting-party/amp/


10.08.2019- After Proseccos huge growth, it’s time to start looking for the next big thing in bubbles and Crémant is well positioned to be the go to.

http://www.the-buyer.net/opinion/cremant-loire-saumur/


10.07.2019- Every wine lover has that one wine that was a game changer. What was yours?

https://www.bonappetit.com/story/olivier-lemasson


10.04.2019- Fantastic value Rhone. The go to producer in the Seguret. Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact me for details or check is out on SevenFifty

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/-A-richly-satisfying-C-tes-du-Rh-ne-Villages-red—-JR.html?soid=1011211973098&aid=XDdTiT3ayWk


10.03.2019- White Bordeaux is expanding, now making up more than 10% of the vineyards (at one time it was less than 2%). Stylistically, these wines fill a gap whites from other parts of the world don’t address.

https://fortune.com/longform/bordeaux-france-white-wine/


10.02.2019- Heitz owner Gaylon Lawrence Jr. purchases Haynes Family Vineyard. This really is great news, as they are not absorbing the vineyard into Heitz, but keeping it as a separate estate thus preserving this (and their) important historical property.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/Is-Gaylon-Lawrence-Jr-building-a-Napa-Valley-14465229.php


10.01.2019- A nearly 700-year-long record of harvest dates from the town of Beaune, in Burgundy, shows that early harvest dates are now par for the course, thanks to climate change. What is this doing to the wines flavors?

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/2019/09/wine-harvest-dates-earlier-climate-change/


9.30.2019- 95 points – Jeb Dunnuck Who wants to go on “A straight-up thrill ride of a Saint-Emilion…” Available in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Message me for details.

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/-A-straight-up-thrill-ride-of-a-Saint-Emilion–the-2016-Ch-teau-Badette—-JD.html?soid=1011211973098&aid=jbeeqLyxlFU


9.27.2019- Wishing all the Best to everyone at Summers Estate Winery. Now officially closed. summers.jpg


9.26.2019- Today we’ll be at the Opici Family Distributing fall tasting in Davie FL. Always looking to meet new people and discus new brands and opportunities.


9.25.2019-   Testing grape growing techniques  for a hot dry future.

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/09/21/climate/wine-climate-change-israel.html


9.24.2019- When a 750 just won’t do you need a mag! Katherine Goldschmidt Crazy Creek Cabernet Alexander Valley. A great Cab and always a fantastic value! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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9.23.2019-  Looking for values in Burgundy? The Macon has you covered! I have two great producers from Cynthia Hurley French Wines – Auvigue and Colovray et Terrier. Message me for more info or check us out on SevenFifty

https://fortune.com/2019/08/10/macon-burgundy-wines/amp/


9.20-2019- In some parts of California, wine and cannabis are seeing conflict, but its probably not what you think… 

https://www.npr.org/2019/08/14/747441997/californias-largest-legal-weed-farms-face-conflict-in-wine-country


9.19.2019- More great press for Experience Napa Cabernet! “…a very good value” 92 Tasting Panel. Message me for info and availability in your market. hashtagwine hashtagnapa hashtagcabernetsauvignon hashtagtastingpanel

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9.18-2019- Join us today for the Fedway Fall tasting at the Venetian in Garfield NJ 4-8pm

We will be pouring wines from Goldschmidt and Pedroncelli.

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9.17.2019- More great press for Chateau Routas Provence Rose! NJ grab some before it’s gone! Available exclusively through Fedway Associates – Lauber Selections.

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9.16.2019- With the majority of final buying decisions made at point of purchase, labels play a huge part in the process. What do labels say to potential buyers? Do they tell a story? Evoke an image? Should they be viewed as just labels, or part of the marketing budget? hashtagwine hashtagwinelabels hashtagwinemarketing

https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultalbot/2019/08/21/why-wine-label-design-matters-so-much/#51d5212e99bd


9.13.2019-  Stop by next week and see us at the Fedway Fall Tasting!

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9.12.2019- Fantastic value Rhone. The go to producer in the Seguret. Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact me for details or check is out on SevenFifty

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/-A-richly-satisfying-C-tes-du-Rh-ne-Villages-red—-JR.html?soid=1011211973098&aid=XDdTiT3ayWk


9.11.2019-

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9.10.2019-  A hard seltzer taproom?

https://seattle.eater.com/2019/9/4/20849177/san-juan-seltzer-taproom-restaurant-bar-ethan-stowell-sodo


9.9.2019-  Hey FL & NJ now accepting orders on these fantastic Grenache based wines from The Grenachista! Contact is for details.  IMG_3653.jpg


9.6.2019- A rare success story of three vigneron friends, competitors and collaborators … I am fortunate enough to have one of these producers Pierre Gaillard in the Cynthia Hurley French Wines portfolio.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/vins-de-vienne-pushing-limits-in-the-rhone


9.5.2019- Coming soon to NJ a new Chardonnay from Goldschmidt Vineyards from the legendary Dutton Ranch.

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9.4.2019- Some truth about wine and ABV on the label.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/09/04/wine-abv-is-a-lie/


9.3.2019-  We will be post an enhanced rip for Pedroncelli in October. Message us, or ask your gateway rep for more info.


9.2.2019- Whats wine biggest problem? Read this!

http://www.the-buyer.net/insight/paul-mabray-wines-biggest-problem-consumers-dont-care-as-much-as-we-do/


9.1.2019-

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Stay Safe!


8.30.2019- We are very excited to announce we will have a limited supply of 2016 Summers Reserve Cabernet fr the Florida market. It’s selling fast, so contact us for info.

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8.29.2019- More great press for Experience Napa Cabernet! The 2016 vintage continues to get noticed! Launching new markets in October. Contact us for details and availability. Napa Cab at a very un-Napa like price!

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8.28.2019- With the majority of final buying decisions made at point of purchase, labels play a huge part in the process. What do labels say to potential buyers? Do they tell a story? Evoke an image? Should they be viewed as just labels, or part of the marketing budget?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultalbot/2019/08/21/why-wine-label-design-matters-so-much/#296e094299bd


8.27.2019- Beaujolais hit by a string of bad weather. Frost, hail and heat predicted to cause a 25% reduction in yields.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/beaujolais-2019-hail-harvest-423101/


8.26.2019- It’s Hard to believe, but the Fedway Associates Fall Tasting at The Venetian in Garfield, NJ is almost upon us. I will be pouring current and new releases from Goldschmidt Vineyards and Pedroncelli. There’s always a few surprises at my table, so please be sure to stop by September 18 from 4-8pm. I will post my table number to Twitter and Instagram on the day of the show @theproperwines

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8.23.2019- Is there a more misunderstood wine term than “dry”?

https://www.wsj.com/articles/are-you-sure-that-wine-you-ordered-is-actually-dry-11566492508?redirect=amp


8.22.2019-  As consolidation of wholesale business continues around the country, are consumers losing selection? Are the little brands being locked out of markets? It’s time to allow state to state shipping in all US markets. I you like a beer, wine or liquor from any part of the country you should e able to get it.  What’s your thoughts?


8.21.2019- More great Press for Chateau Routas Rose! Thus wine continues to rip it up with the press and consumers. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. routasnewpress.jpg


8.20.2019- Wine and Cannabis clash, but its probably not what you’re thinking…

https://www.npr.org/2019/08/14/747441997/californias-largest-legal-weed-farms-face-conflict-in-wine-country


8.19.2019-  We are very excited to be adding a sparkling canned rose from Spain to our portfolio. We have had many inquires, but may markets across the US are currently open. Contact is for details.

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8.16.2019- A BIG win(e) as Supreme Court favors wine retailers!

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/06/us-supreme-court-favors-wine-retailers


8.15.2019- Domaine J. Laurens La Rosé No. 7 Brut NV Crémant de Limoux- More great press for this tasty value sparkler! 91 Editors Choice Wine Enthusiast and Decanter World Wine Award winner for the third year in a row! Available in Florida and New Jersey from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Message us details.


8.14.2019- We’ll be in Tampa today tasting some amazing wines from Cynthia Hurley French Wines and Summers Estates! Excited to visit our friends on Florida’s west coast!


8.13.2019- Excited to be working with some old friends on this Napa project. Experience Napa Cabernet Sauvignon delivers quality and the elusive value from Napa. Open to many US markets. Contact us for details and availability.

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8.12.2019- When a 750 just won’t do you need a mag! Katherine Goldschmidt Crazy Creek Cabernet Alexander Valley. A great Cab and always a fantastic value! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 

 
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8.9.2019- Check out 100 point 2016 Pontet-Canet Available from Cynthia Hurley French Wines:

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/-The-2016-Pontet-Canet-is-absolutely-breathtaking—Vinous.html?soid=1011211973098&aid=mWXbPOg8pHk


8.8.2019- Think there’s no bargains in Burgundy? The its time you get to know the Macon. We have two great producers from Cynthia Hurley French Wines – Auvigue and Colovray et Terrier. Message us for details

https://fortune.com/2019/08/10/macon-burgundy-wines/amp/


8.7.2019- Canned wine sales seeing huge growth!

https://www.pennlive.com/life/2019/07/canned-wine-producers-see-proposed-rule-changes-as-a-chance-to-raise-their-potential.html


8.6.2019-  A nice article our new Spanish wines from Cynthia Hurley:

https://www.bostonherald.com/2019/08/14/a-labor-of-love-in-every-bottle/


8.5.20129- Clash of the titans in California:

https://www.npr.org/2019/08/14/747441997/californias-largest-legal-weed-farms-face-conflict-in-wine-country


8.2.2019- We are excited to be with a new canned wine producer in Spain. Seeking US distributor partners We will be launching soon in FL and other select markets. Stay tuned for me details.

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8.1.2019- We are currently seeing new distributor partners for our Cynthia Hurley French wines portfolio as well as some exciting new projects from Napa (think value Napa Cab). We also have some amazing wines from Paso Robles and the Russian River. Contact us for more info.


7.31.2019- New From Cynthia Hurley: The third addition to our portfolio is Noelia Bebelia Albarino. This wine is not your typical Albarino. It is Estate Bottled from a single vineyard and has extended time on the lees. Hand crafted in small batches, it is a great white wine that just happens to be made with Albarino. It is a step above what is found on most store shelves and would be a sought after addition to any serious wine list. Available in NJ & FL. Contact us fr details.

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7.30.2019-  The fight to keep some Napa wines affordable-

https://www.winemag.com/2019/07/30/nine-producers-making-affordable-california-cabernet-sauvignon/


7.29.2019- Article discusses French vs American oak. A worthy read….

https://www.winemag.com/2019/07/11/are-there-benefits-to-american-oak-over-french/


7.26.2019- Check out a recent interview on this excellent podcast – and subscribe!

http://avinawinetools.com/trade/wine-business-podcast-ep-2-seth-proper/


7.25.2019- Check out what were up to in Florida & New Jersey. Follow us in Instagram and Twitter @theproperwines


7.24.2019- We have only three bottles left of this very limited run (30 bottles produced) of Goldschmidt Vineyards Game Ranch Oakville Cabernet. Signed and numbered. ONLY available through Fedway Associates.   IMG_2800


7.23.2019- As wine prices continue to rise and values become elusive, one thing has remained true for over 90 years… Pedroncelli has remained family owned and has always delivered amazing value and quality. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.


7.19.2019- Hey NJ We have a fresh supply of 2018 Chateau Routas Rose arriving in the first week of August.  We sold out of our first shipment in record time. Don’t miss it! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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7.18.2019-Is less more? Consumers are drinking less but better. great article from Forbes:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2019/07/18/consumers-are-drinking-less-wine-thats-good-for-wine-business-in-unexpected-ways/#63b047db15f0


7.17.2019- Winemakers finally moving towards a less heavy handed approach when it comes to oak. Taste the meat not the heat! Check out this Wine-Searcher article.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/07/winemakers-wave-goodbye-to-new-oak


7.16.2019- We have long been passionate about representing the Cynthia Hurley French Wines portfolio. They have imported French wines of integrity, substance and the highest benchmarks for quality.SO when they decided to expand their portfolio to add wines from Spain, we should all take notice!

Noelia Bebelia, Rias Baixas Albariño 2018

Castell Del Remei, Cara Nord, Conca de Barbera Blanc 2017

Castell Del Remei, Cara Nord, Conca de Barbera Red 2015
Rated 90 by Wine Advocate; Bronze- DWWA 2019

Castell Del Remei, Cara Nord, Conca de Barbera Trepat 2016

Adegas Moure, Abadia da Cova, A Fuga, Ribeira Sacra White 2018

Adegas Moure, Abadia da Cova, Ribeira Sacra Caiño Rose 2018
Rated 92 by Guia Penin

Adegas Moure, Abadia da Cova, A Fuga, Ribeira Sacra Mencia 2018
Rated 90 by Guia Penin

Castell d’Age, Penedès, Fragments Blanc de Blancs 2018

Castell d’Age, Penedès, 0%SO2 Added 100% Orange 2017

Castell d’Age, Penedès, 0%SO2 Added 100% Xarel-lo 2018

Castell d’Age, Penedès, 0%SO2 Added 100% Garnatxa 2017

Castell d’Age, Penedès, Fragments Red 2018

Contact us for details and to sample!


7.15.2019- We are excited to be working with some old friends representing Experience Napa Cabernet. Experience offers the quality you want at a price you can afford. With Prices typically starting at around $100/btl, prices of Napa Cab have put it out of reach fr many wine drinkers. That’s just what inspired us to work with our friends on this wine. Here we have a quality Napa Cab that’s not $100+ a bottle, not even $50 a bottle. Experience Napa Cab will retail for about $30 a bottle! Available in NJ from Polaner Selections. Contact us for details on availability in other markets.

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7.12.2019-  We have seen a lot of changes in the wine market over the last few years. Major consolidation, huge purchases, changes in consumer habits, emergence of canned wines, low alcohol, huge gains in specialty beer and spirits. One thing will never change… our business is about people. Great products need great people to help sell. We are always looking to partner with new brands and share your passion! We’d love to talk to you.


7.11.2019- Its 7-11! Get yourself a Slurpee!


7.10.2019-  We are excited to announce we will be working with some new French wines with our amazing wholesale partners at Fedway Associates. More details to follow….


7.9.2019-  If you’re like us, you are always searching for something interesting and different. Check out Summers Charbono. Charbono is a grape with an interesting history. You’ll now find it  in California and more specifically Napa.. Also know in Argentina as Bonarda, it produces wines with high toned acidity, smoky nuances and dark berry flavors. Thought to have been brought to California by Italian settlers who mistook it for Barbera. First released by Inglenook in the 1940’s. If you like wine history and have never tasted a Cali Charbono, get this one in your glass!   Available in Florida. Contact us for details.

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7.8.2019-  2015 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet inventory warning. We are down to the last cases of the vintage for this Estate grown, hand harvested, barrel aged Cab. Don’t moss it! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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7.3.2019- Domaine Vigeau-Chevreau Vouvray and outstanding Sec (dry) white from a fantastic biodynamic family owned vineyard. Vouvray ages beautiful, but also drinks so well upon release. This wine has been a consistent favorite of the Cynthia Hurley Portfolio for many years. Available in FL & NJ.

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7.2.2019-  We are excited to add a new wine to our Goldschmidt Vineyards portfolio in NJ for the fall. After much success with Singing Tree Russian River Chardonnay, Nick has produced a fantastic new wine from the renowned Dutton Ranch.  The 2017 vintage will be release n September and we expect to have it in NJ soon after.

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7.1.2019- Excited to announce new Bordeaux labels  we will have for NJ in the fall. Details and arrival dates to follow… stay tuned!


6.28.2019- We will have new wines coming soon to the Florida market. Check back for details in early August.


6.27.2019- A great domestic Rose consistently highly rated! In NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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6.26.2019-  Great wines for summertime or any time!  We have another shipment of 2018 Routas on the way, 2018 Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc is running low! 2019 release will be September. Stock up now! 2015 GV Game Ranch Cabernet is selling quickly inventory starting to run low. Don’t miss this always awesome wine. image3


6.25.2019-  We just received some exciting news about a new Napa Cab we will be representing. Great quality, plenty of availability with a full margin  retail price of under $30/btl! More info coming soon….


6.24.2019- Rose Piscine makes an awesome Sangria!Photo Feb 16, 1 11 38 PM.jpg


6.21.2019-  Trouble finding large format bottles with some age on them? We have 3L & 6L available from Couly Dutheil. Shipped directly from the winery for assured provenance! Contact for details.  Photo Feb 13, 8 35 58 PM.jpg


6.20.2019-  Pedroncelli Wisdom Cabernet at the Gateway awards dinner! Photo Feb 24, 8 11 13 PM.jpg


6.19.2019-  Henri Boillot Meursault Simply amazing Chardonnay!

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6.18.2019- Cynthia Hurley French Wines takes a leap into Spain with the addition of a fantastic new Albarino! Noelia Bebelia Albarino.  It is Estate Bottled from a single vineyard and has extended time on the lees. Produced in very small batches. Contact us for details.

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6.17.2019- Fantastic new press for our friends Summers Estate! 92pts Wine Spectator. Contact us for availability in Florida. th_labela061719_1600.jpg


6.14.2019- 2017 Pedroncelli Chardonnay is drinking very well and we will have great pricing on it starting July 1 in NJ. We’d love to show it to you. A great pour at a fantastic price. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.

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6.12.2019- Our second and final shipment of 2018 Chateau Routas Rose is on its way to NJ! Dont miss it.

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6.11.2019- Sometimes high is not the top!

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6.10.2019- An amazing tasting event featuring wines from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

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6.7.2019- Richard Morehouse from Pedroncelli Winery. Before Richard retired, we did a fun farewell tour last year including this great event with our Friends Burkes Wine in Sparta.

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6.6.20129- Throwback to December 2017 tank and barrel sampling with Nick Goldschmidt.

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6.4.2019- The always awesome value Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley now available in magnums!

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6.3.2019- A killer lineup from Pedroncelli Winery family owned since 1927! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway AssociatesPhoto Jun 08, 9 54 14 AM.jpg


5.31.2019- All corked up!

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5.30.2019-  Couly Dutheil Clos L’ech Cabernet Franc. Amazing Cab Franc from Chinon (Loire). Layer upon layer of gorgeous fruit is showcased without oak. Ages beautifully for decades. Surprisingly affordable. Available in NJ & FL through Cynthia Hurley French WinesPhoto Jun 01, 12 30 27 PM.jpg


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5.28.2019- Cool down this summer with a refreshing low alcohol rose over ice! Rose Piscine the original always on the rock rose continues to win over new fans. It’s time you tasted what the fuss is all about.   Available in Nj through Fedway Associates. Also Available in Florida contact us for details.

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5.20-5.24- What a week with Nick Goldschmidt! As always we traveled the state for bottle signings, diners, meetings and flat out fun! Thank you to everyone who made time for us and for the tremendous support of Goldschmidt Vineyards! If you missed us this year, we’ll be sure to see you for Nicks next visit in 2020!


5.17.2019- We have a lot planned for next week’s market visit with Nick Goldschmidt! Its a shorter trip this year so we are packing as much as we can into the visit.

Monday night 630-8pm for an instore tasting and bottle signing with Carlo Russo Wine & Spirit World in Hohokus. The tasting will be followed by a dinner right across the street at the famous Hohokus Inn https://www.carlorussowine.com/campaigns/6295

Tuesday we will be doing an instore tasting and bottle signing with Wine World Stirling from 530-730pm https://www.localwineevents.com/events/detail/753686/north-jersey-wine-tickets-winemaker-nick-goldschmidt-wine-tasting-bottle-signing-event-in-stirling

Thursday we are doing a very special Wine and Boccee event in Cranbury. This is a private event, but I (your humble narrator) have a few slots available. Contact for details.

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5.16.2019- What a great event yesterday! The Lauber GAT is always a great tasting and as usual the response tour wines was off the charts! Thank you to all the customers who stopped by the table.

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5.15.2019 Join us today at the Lauber Grand Annual tasting 2-6pm Mayfair Farms West Orange NJ We will be pouring wines from Goldschmidt and Chateau Routas at table 64. Stop by!


5.14.2019- Hey NJ, we’ve got our pal Nick in NJ next week! Come see us at our planned events. Monday night tasting & bottle signing at Wine & Spirit World  Hohokus, Tuesday tasting & bottle signing at Wine World Stirling, Wednesday Dinner at Rosies Trattoria  in Randolph, and Thursday a fun night of wine and Boccie. We hope to see you on the road.

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5.13.2019- Cheysson Beaujolais Cru Chiroubles 2017 small vintage with classic fruit appeal

Beaujolais Cru master Jean-Pierre Large is the man behind Domaine Cheysson. He has built quite a reputation over the two decades he’s been their winemaker extraordinaire. We love (ahem, Bob craves) this lighter-bodied red that constantly delivers plenty of fruit without obstructive tannins. The 2017 vintage arrived just in time for your holiday gatherings. It’s more classic in style from earlier vintages delivering minerality and a great backbone of acidity. You will not be able to stop at one sip. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


5.11.2019- Please consider supporting this great event with our good friends at Carlo Russo Wine & Spirit World:

Enjoy fine cuisine, delicious wines and meet Guest of Stavros Aktipis with 25 area chefs as they help Table to Table provide 23 million meals to those in need in Bergen, Passaic, Hudson and Essex counties at less than 10 cents per meal! I hope you will catch the spirit and join us for one of our 20th Anniversary Spring events; OPA!

For more info about this extraordinary food and wine event, or to purchase tickets, please click here.

Bring friends and meet Guest of Honor Stavros Aktipis at The OPA! event at Montammy Country Club at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, May 22nd. Each guest be able to taste specialties from over 25 top NJ restaurants along with over 50 wines. Every couple attending this event will be helping to deliver over 4,000 meals to those in need! Table to Table, NJ’s first and only food rescue program, started in 1999 with one truck. On their first run they picked up food from 3 restaurants and one supermarket and brought it to a drug rehab center and homeless shelter in Paterson. Today, with 6 trucks, they deliver to over 100 recipient agencies throughout Bergen, Hudson, Passaic and Essex counties. Last year Table to Table delivered over 22 million meals at a cost of about 10 cents per meal. This year their goal is to deliver over 23 million meals, with over 3 million specifically targeted to Newark. These food and wine events will make reaching that goal possible by keeping their trucks on the road bringing fresh, nourishing food to those who need it most.

All aspects of these events are donated so 100% of the proceeds go towards fueling the trucks and delivering fresh food to thousands of struggling families.

Know that for every $100 Table to Table receives, 1000 people are fed. Table to Table is rated 4 stars by Charity Navigator for the 9th consecutive year.



5.10.2019-  Looking forward to next weeks Lauber Selections Grand Annual Tasting at Mayfair Farms West Orange. 2-6pm. We’ll be pouring wines from Goldschmidt and Chateau Routas Rose. Stop by and say hello. 



5.9.2019- Routas Rose is ROCKING! Available in NJ & FL. Contact us for details.

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5.8.2019- 2015 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards. Family owned value Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon. We still have some of this amazing wine left. Grab it while you can! Available exclusively through Fedway Associates NJ

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5.7.2019- Domaine Berthenet, Tête de Cuvée 2016 “Editor Pick of Great Giftable Wines”- Wine Spectator

“A bright, juicy version, this offers peach, apple, floral and lemon flavors. Rich, yet backed by a lively structure that extends the finish. Drink now. Why It’s of Note: Montagny is the southernmost appellation in Burgundy’s Côte Chalonnaise. It’s dominated by white wine and by the cooperative Cave de Buxy, which Jean-Pierre Berthenet left in 2001 to bottle his own wines. Though rich, this tête de cuvée, Berthenet’s flagship white from its 37 acres of vineyards, offers fine balance and freshness. It’s a terrific value for the quality.” 90 Wine Spectator
Available in FL and NJ from Cynrthia Hurley French Wines


5.6.2019- Chateau Routas takes the top award at James Suckling’s Best Rose of Thailand tasting! We are very proud of our friends at Routas. This amazingly affordable Rose rocks! Available In NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Also Available in FL contact us for details.

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5.3.2019- Check out the latest from Pedroncelli in Julie Pedroncelli’s Vino in my Dino blog: http://www.pedroncelli.com/vino-in-my-dino/


5.2.2019- Bergerie du Capucin Dame Jeanne 2016 Guilhem Viau is a tour de force in Pic St Loup. In 2008 he started Bergerie du Capucin that has grown into 15 ha with vineyard plots in 3 different areas of the appellation. Guilhem is the former president of the Pic St Loup appellation whose term ended in 2016 (coincidentally, this is the year when Pic St Loup was granted appellation status.) In 2017 Bergerie du Capucin was awarded the Trophy of the Grands Vins de France completion – ahem, meaning his wines have won top honors for 5 continuous years. His wines are winning Decanter World Wine Awards and he’s getting notice from the American Wine Press.

92 pts. Silver – Decanter World Wine Awards 2018 “Beautifully perfumed nose of Kirsch, prune and rich dried fruit, supple mulberry, blackberry and smooth tannins on the palate.”- Decanter DWWA 2018 AVailable in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


5.1.2019- Get ready NJ… Nick Goldschmidt’s visit is only two weeks away! Appointments still available. Contact for details.

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4.29.2019-  Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet is drinking so well at a fantastic price! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 3v


4.26.2019- Pierre Gaillard Cornas 2010- Pierre Gaillard makes spectacular wines. We love this robust and rounded red wine from Cornas and you will too. In fact we popped the cork just yesterday and it’s tasting awesome! The combination of Pierre Gaillard’s winemaking prowess and intelligence with the Cornas terroir, and the strong 2010 vintage all conspired to produce a spectacular glassful of Syrah from the Northern Rhone.

 
“Without a misstep, Pierre Gaillard pursues a path of quality. He is dynamic and intelligent, for several years now his wines have been exciting and fascinating, winning and seductive in their youth, lacking nothing in complexity and potential. These wines are the surest values (for top-notch bottlings) in the Rhone Valley.”- La Revue du Vin de France
 
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“Inky purple. A heady bouquet presents candied dark fruits, potpourri and black olive, with a bright mineral overtone. Deeply pitched cherry and blueberry flavors unfold with air to show a sexy floral nuance and a touch of licorice. Closes chewy and long, with resonating spiciness and slow-building, youthful tannins.” – 92 Josh Raynolds, Vinous

Available in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


4.25.2019- Rose Piscine Always on the rock rose continues to dazzle! See why this tasty over ice, low alcohol wine deserves to be in your glass this summer!

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Check out the story here with RP’s own Blake Helppie:

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4.24.2019- Last few cases of the vintage! Grab it while you still can. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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4.23.2019- 2018 Routas Rose is drinking beautifully! The glut of rose is hurting legit wines from getting the attention they deserve! Rose season is kicking off late this year as retailers are still struggling to sell the 2017’s they over bought last year. Unlike so many other labels we were sold out of Routas last year in May! Don’t overstock random rose with no history, look at what sells and run with it. Routas is a go to producer still offering tremendous value ad quality. AND it SELLS! Last year James Suckling called this the best value rose in the world!

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4.22.2019- Château Puy Galland Francs-Côtes de Bordeaux 2015

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Bordeaux is everyone’s definition of great French Red Wine – very grand and very expensive. But, it’s not hard to find some low priced Bordeaux. What is VERY hard to find are Bordeaux wines for under $20 that really deliver the authentically rich, soft tannin, fruit driven Great Bordeaux experience. We’re willing to go out and break a trail if we must and Château Puy Galland from the Right Bank, Francs-Côtes de Bordeaux, is such a Bordeaux. This classy Bordeaux has flesh, richness, and black cherry flavors, and is made by Bernard Labatut – a winemaker whose livelihood actually depends upon making a knockout wine. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon this Right Bank Bordeaux is easily one of our favorite “Bordeaux for Tonight” reds.


4.19.2019- Last few cases of this beauty in stock. in NJ Fedway Associates. WE-best-of-the-year-2018


4.18-2019- Hey NJ… guess who’s coming back for his annual visit? Nick will be in NJ May 20-24. We still have some slots available to meet and taste the current releases. Contact us to schedule an appointment.

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4.17.2019-  Volnay 2012 and 2013 from Henri Boillot

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Volnay produces the finest and most elegant Pinot Noir in the Cote de Beaune. Here the vineyards sweep across the sloping hills and the vines face south-east, which results in the fabled, powerful Pinot Noir wines with the potential to age. In the hands of master winemaker Henri Boillot, this village level Volnay is not your everyday variety. It is sourced from five 1er premier cru vineyards, which makes it an incredible find for any Burgundy fan. Here are two vintages of Boillot’s Volnay, which are now just starting to hit their stride. We’ve done the cellaring for you – they are ready to drink. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


4.16.2019- We are expanding our markets and will have some exciting news t share soon!


4.15.2019-  Couly-Dutheil, Clos de l’Echo 2015 single-vineyard in Chinon

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“This producer’s top single-vineyard wine is richly structured and full of ripe berry fruits. A strong smoky character comes through the rich fruits and acidity to produce a classic Cabernet Franc flavor. It’s still surprisingly young, and will be better from 2020.”- 92 Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, 4/2019. Available in Florida and New jersey from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


4.13.2019- Rose Piscine turned heads again at Fedway’s Spring tasting! If you have not given this always on the rocks rose a try yet, you need to! I’ts bright, refreshing and different. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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4.11.2019- Pedroncelli Winery in Sonomas Dry Creek has been making wines with integrity and honesty since 1927. How many wines can you buy for $11, hold for 12 years and be blown away when you open it? 2007 Ridge Ranch Syrah. Wow! Still plenty of life with dark berry fruit smooth tannins and a punchy acidity holding it all together. Wish I had more than a few bottles! Pedroncelli is available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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4.10.2019- We had fun last week at another great charity event this time for the Womens Club of Ft Lauderdale. We went ‘rose only’ and pour a few of the wines we have available in Florida. We have many more as well Contact s for details.

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4.9.2019- We had a blast last week pouring wines for our Employment Horizons at their annual Taste of Spring event.  We have made a lot of friends over the years supporting this charity and it was great to see everyone and pour some of our current vintages,

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4.8.2019- Domaine Lagneau Beaujolais Cru Régnié, Vieilles Vignes 2016

“Bright ruby. Ripe black and blue fruits, cocoa powder and a hint of lavender on the perfumed nose. Broad, fleshy and sweet, in the style of the vintage, displaying intense cherry and boysenberry flavors that deepen and stretch out slowly with air. Shows sweet, velvety character on the gently tannic finish, which hangs on with very good tenacity and lingering florality. Drink 2021-2026.”- Josh Raynolds, Vinous Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French wines.


4.4.2019- What  a show yesterday! Our tables were packed. Lots of olld frioneds and many new faces too! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to taste with us!


4.3.2019- Ready to Go! Fedway Spring Tasting at Borgata AC!

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4.2.2019- Heading to NJ! See you tomorrow at the Borgata for the Fedway Spring Tasting. We will be pouring wines from Pedroncelli, Goldschmidt & Rose Piscine.


4.1.2019- Domaine Cheysson Beaujolais Cru Chiroubles 2017 small vintage with classic fruit appeal.

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Beaujolais Cru master Jean-Pierre Large is the man behind Domaine Cheysson. He has built quite a reputation over the two decades he’s been their winemaker extraordinaire. We love (ahem, Bob craves) this lighter-bodied red that constantly delivers plenty of fruit without obstructive tannins. The 2017 vintage arrived just in time for your holiday gatherings. It’s more classic in style from earlier vintages delivering minerality and a great backbone of acidity. You will not be able to stop at one sip. Available in Florida & New Jersey from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


3.29.2019- We will be pouring at a great event for one of our favorite NJ charities Employment Horizons. Get your tickets and support this organization that does so much good.

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3.28.2019-   The always awesome Pedroncelli Bushnell Vineyards Zinfandel! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. bush


3.27.2019- 2018 Rose from Cynthia Hurley have arrived! Place your orders now!

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3.26.2019- Hey NJ We’ll see you next week at the Fedway Associates Spring tasting at the Borgata AC! We always have lots to sample and new wines to share.

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3.25.2019- Looking for Rose Piscine on the east coast of Florida? We’ve got your hook up! Contact us for details.

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3.25.2019- Our annual visit from Nick Goldschmidt is fast approaching! Nick will be in NJ The week of may 20 for account visits and events. While all event slots are booked up, we have plenty of available slots to meet Nick and taste the latest GV releases. Contact us for details.

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3.22.2019-  The always amazing 2014 Goldschmidt Game Ranch Plus is now in stock! This incredible wine is so labor intensive that few vintners would dare make such a wine, but it’s all in a days work to Nick Goldschmidt!  100% Cab, 100% single vineyard and 200% new French oak! Very limited production only 96 cases. NJ receives a tiny allocation, so don’t wait grab a six pack today! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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3.21.2019-   Rose refreshment unlike anything you have ever tasted. This always over ice Rose offers amazing flavor, lower alcohol, and a unique flavor profile. Available in NJ Exclusively through Fedway Associates and In Florida from Trotta Wine on the west coast. Contact us for east coast availability.

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3.20.2019- Château Fleur Cardinale St Emilion Grand Cru 2006 Its not easy to find older vintage Bordeaux at a reasonable price, but we have uncovered another gem!

Dominique and Florence Decoster purchased Chateau Fleur Cardinale in 2001. The 24.5 hectare property in St Emilion was planted to 70% Merlot , 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 15% Cabernet Franc . The Decosters have renovated the entire estate and all of the winemaking facilities, as well as expanding the Chateau’s holdings.
 
Originally named after a former owner’s race horses Fleur and Cardinale, the Chateau’s name also hints at the stunning array of roses and other flowers that surround the property. Fleur Cardinale is located due east of the St. Emilion Village on the Right Bank. The vineyard is situated, on a gentle slope, next to the chateau. The soil is a dark red clay over limestone soil and the climate is a bit cooler that leads to late ripening.
 
The vineyard is farmed using organic, self-sustainable farming techniques. Today, Dominique and Florence have been joined by their daughter and their son.

91 pts – Wine Advocate
“A blend of 75% Merlot and the balance Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, this up-and-coming estate has fashioned an outstanding 2006. While not as prodigious as the 2005, it is an exceptional effort boasting a dense purple hue as well as sweet aromas of blueberries, dark raspberries, licorice, camphor, and pain grille. Full-bodied, powerful, and layered with impressive purity, texture, and length, this unfined and unfiltered wine should be at its finest between 2013-2022.”- Robert Parker, Jr., Wine Advocate

3.19.2019- We are down to our last few cases of the vintage of this always awesome Zinfandel! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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3.18.2019- What an honor it was to pour wines from Opolo Vineyards last night at the Annual We Are Stoneman Douglas tasting benefiting Parkland Cares. We had the chance to speak to so many wonderful people and met some of the parents of the children. It was quite moving. What a wonderful community!

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3.15.2019- Zap Zinfandel Experience is landing in South Florida today through Sunday for several amazing events! We are excited to be a part of representing Opolo Vineyards from Paso Robles. Heres the Zin lineup for todays Zap Luncheon at  The Addison in Boca Raton.

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3.14.2019- Summers Estate in Calistoga offers wines of amazing quality and yes value. – That’s right we said value from a Napa winery! We will soon have these wines available in Florida. Whike best known for Cabernet, Summers also produces an amazing Charbono. As the largest land holder of this rare grape in California, they are producing someting truly unique yet affordable. A wonderful alternative to Cab, Merlot, Zin, or whatever red blend you are currently drinking. Loaded with fruit and character, this wine can turn heads and please crowds. We would love to show it to you.

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3.13.2019- Had a fantastic  time hitting the streets with NVE showing some of our fantastic wines from Cynthia Hurley French Wines to a very receptive group of accounts. There is clearly a thirst for these wines in Florida and we are excited to share them with anyone who agrees!


3.12.2019- We will be hitting the streets this week in Broward and Palm Beach Counties sampling some great wines from our Cynthia Hurley Portfolio with our new distributor partner NVE. Some highlights include:  Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau, Vouvray Sec Cuvée Silex, Paul Kubler, Pinot Blanc, Domaine la Guintrandy, Côtes du Rhône Villages Visan Le Deves, Domaine Testut Chablis and more. Contact us for the full list.

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3.11.2019- Arriving in NJ this week~! Exclusively through Fedway Associates

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3.7.2019- Down to our last few cases of this vintage. Dont miss it! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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3.6.2019- La Font de Notre Dame Gigondas 2016 Gaga for Gigondas!

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91 pts. – Vinous
“Lurid ruby. Ripe red and blue fruits, exotic spices and smoky minerals on the deeply perfumed nose, along with a lavender nuance that builds in the background. Juicy and seamless on the palate, offering sappy raspberry and bitter cherry flavors that deepen and turn sweeter on the back half. Shows very good clarity and solid, fruity thrust on the persistent finish, which is framed by smooth, slow-building tannins. Drink 2023-2020.”- Josh Raynolds, Vinous
Available in New Jersey & Florida From Cynthia Hurley French Wines

3.5.2019- We are excited to welcome a new distributor partner to our Cynthia Hurley Portfolio in Florida. Napa Valley East is a Wholesaler covering the Florida market Specializing in Organic and sustainable wines.  We look forward to working with them. If you are a Florida restaurant or retailer, we would love to show you these fantastic wines.

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3.4.2019- Be sure to join us April 3, 2019 for Fedway’s annual right of spring… The Atlantic City tasting! Always a good time and we always have a few surprises at our table! Be stop by and say hi!

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3.1.2019-  We still have a ferw cases left of this fantastic Cabernet from Pedroncelli. Amazing value! Hand harvested, barrel aged and family owned since 1927!3v


2.28.2019- Eric de Suremain Rully 1er Cru Preaux 2015 a fantastic 1er Cru Burgundy! Eric de Suremain (Suremain means ‘sure hand’ in French) inherited Château de Monthelie from his grandfather, Robert, in 1983. The Château sits on the side of a hill in Monthelie, but he also has vineyards in Rully, which is a good thing, a very good thing for us. Rully is one of the magical villages in the Cote Chalonnais,the area just south of the more famous Cote de Beaune. It is known for both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and it is also the place where you will find great value. Eric is way ahead of his time. In 1996 he took his vineyards biodynamic. But, that doesn’t mean he’s a man to embrace every little technological miracle that comes along. Eric still believes in getting up close and personal with his grapes. You’ll find him out in the fields where his vines are old and he keeps his yields very low. He is restrained when it comes to new wood.

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“The 2015 Rully Préaux 1er Cru Rouge, matured in 15% new oak, has a gorgeous black plum and black cherry scented nose. The palate is very smooth and seductive, rounded and plump in the mouth and yet it manages to convey tension and mineralité on the finish. Excellent. “- 90 Neal Martin, Vinous

2.27.2018- Its always Rose time in Florida! Let us sample you on this fantastic Piscine – always over ice style of Rose. A very unique product with a wider flavor pallet than most rose. Lower in alcohol and very refreshing. Even if you have a vast rose selection, this wine is unlike any other you currently have.

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2.26.2019- New labels fro Goldschmidt Vineyards Game Ranch and Yoeman vineyards. We are happy when our brand partners are no afraid to make a change.

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2.25.2019- Back in Florida and getting ready to hit the streets here with some great wines from Summers Estate and Cynthia Hurley French Wines. We are eager to make new friends with these amazing wines and look forward to meeting you soon.


2.22.2019- After a great week in NJ, we are capping it off with a sales meeting with the Fedway Associates Lauber Selections sales team.  We showed new vintages from Chateau Routas and Goldschmidt.

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2.21.2019- one of our favorite things to do is a hit the streets and drag a bag! The other thing we love is to showcase a wide array of wines! Here is what were were out with for the last two days, Great wines from Chateau Routas, Cynthia Hurley, Pedroncelli and Goldschmidt.

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2.20.2019- Great to be back in New Jersey. Thanks for sending the snow to remind us of the Jersey winetr we’re missing while living in Florida!

Ninot Rully 1er Cru is a delightful Burgundy from Cote Chalonnaise. Erell Ninot is one of those perfectionist, over-achieving growers and winemakers that we’re proud to support. In 2005, Erell took over Domaine Ninot from her father, to continue the family’s legacy that dates back to 1313 and still family owned! Rully is a village and winegrowing area in the Côte Chalonnaise region of Burgundy. The Côte Chalonnaise is just south of the more famous Côte de Beaune. In the Chalonnaise there is not just one hill, as there is in the Côte d’Or, but a jumble of hills. La Barre is a special vineyard located on the plateau of Rully with clay and limestone soil. Affordable and Burgundy are two things that dont usualy go hand in hand, but this wine is just that… a fantastic wine at a very affordable price!

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Available in New Jersey & Florida. Contact us for details.


2.19.2019- This week, we’ll be back with our friends in Jersey. We’d love to see you. Let us know if we csn show you some new vintages and exciting new wines.


2.18.2019- Florida wine lovers… we know youre out there and we have some great wines conning your way soon! More info soon on our website and on instagram @theproperwines


2.16.2019-  les Hautes Cances Côtes du Rhône 2014 very old-vines contribute concentration. Jean-Marie and Anne-Marie Astart work out of a modest house in the middle of the village of Cairanne in the Southern Rhône Valley. Anne-Marie’s great grandparents created Domaine les Hautes Cances in 1890. The Astart’s care for this hillside plot just as their more expensive Cairanne vines. In fact, the yields are low because of the 50+ year-old vines – about 35 hl/ha which is 40% below the average Côtes du Rhône. The soil is a magic hillside clay-limestone that drains from the top and yet harbors water deep in the earth to nourish the vines during times of drought, which are frequent in the southern Rhone.

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Amazing value Cotes du Rhone! Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


2.15.2019-  Rose is always in season, even mores o when ts a hearty on from Pedroncelli made with Zinfandel grapes. Still a few cases available of the 2017.

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2.14.2019- Hey NJ, the 2017 vintage of the perennial favorite Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet Sauvignon is on its way! We are down to the last cases of 2016, so if you love it grab it now!

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2.13.2019- Domaine Testut Amazing small Production Premier Cru Chardonnay from the heart of Chablis. If you love wine for its purity and harmony with the soil, for our money look no further than Chablis. The regions cool climate and clay-limestone soil, results in possibly the purest Chardonnay on the planet. Since typically several different producers have plots in the same vineyards, it is always fascinating to taste different producers wines and see how varied they can be even from the same vineyard. Want to read up on Chablis? Heres a cool article: https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/10/chablis-the-purest-chardonnay/

Available in Nj & FL through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Domaine Testut delivers Chablis, Preier Cru and Grand Cru bottlings.


2.12.2019- 2018 Routas Rose is on its way to NJ! We cant wait for the new vintage to arrive in March. Last year, our entire allocation sold out in about a month. While we have more wine available this year, we expect it to move quickly.  Provence Rose of this quality at his price is something not to be missed.

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. We have a very small allocation available for Florida. Contact is for details.


2.11.2018-  Domaine Lagneau Régnié 2016 intensity from 70 year-old vines. Domaine Lagneau is a small, top-notch producer in Beaujolais. This black-fruited 100% Gamay Cru Beaujolais offers bright fruity concentrated flavors thanks to 70 year-old vines and pink granite soil in Régnié. With mild tannins, mineral, spice, and aromatic black cherry and black current flavors it has everything to make it a food-friendly wine that delivers all sorts of dining possibilities. Put a slight chill on this bottle and you are good to go.

Domaine Lagneau shines as an example of a family-owned estate. The domaine is owned by the Lagneau family – Gerard, Jeannine and their son Didier. They purchased the property in 1978 in the village of Quincie-en-Beaujolais, located on the slopes of Mt. Brouilly. It has its own cellar that dates to the 12th century. Currently, Didier is the winemaker (he’s happiest among the vines), having taken over the reigns from his father. The Lagneaus have 12 ha Vieilles Vignes in Régnié that average 70 years-old, almost unheard of in this region. They pick everything by hand, sort by hand, and use natural yeast fermentation to produce a darkly robed wine with concentrated pure flavors. All of the amazing aromatics from this beauty come from terroir. Régnié is not as well-known as some other Cru Beaujolais such as Morgon, Chrioubles, or Brouilly. One reason might be that it’s the newest kid on the block (it was awarded Cru status in 1988). In fact, it’s dubbed as the “Prince of Crus” thanks to the grand church located in the small town of Régnié-Durette. But, it’s got so much going for it – especially this savory concentrated beauty from the Lagneaus. Imagine the fresh fruit of Brouilly paired with the structure of a Morgon – well that’s Régnié. The Lagneaus make this wine in the traditional Beaujolais method. Didier lets the Gamay grapes undergo semi-carbonic maceration (the grapes ferment in their own skins) and then the wine is aged in neutral concrete tanks. Available in New Jersey & Florida from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


2.8.2019- We hope to have a big announcement soon for our Florida wine friends. Here’s a hint… Stay tuned!

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2.7.2019-  Hilary Goldschmidt Cabernet Oakville continues to over deliver and defy the trend of over priced Napa wines. A quick look on the Oakville map will show you that EVERYONE else in in this AVA charges 2x, 3x, 10x more for their wines as Goldschmidt does for their 100% Cab, 100% single vineyard, 100% French oak Cabernet. Don’t ask how hwe does it or why he does it, just be glad he does!  Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway associates.

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2.6.2019-  2015 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet- Pedroncelli doesn’t make blockbuster wines. Pedroncelli doesn’t make flashy over extracted wines. Pedroncelli doesn’t have a huge marketing budget. BUT since 1927, Pedroncelli has been producing honest, affordable, well styled wines that always over deliver, are great with food and still have the support of the Pedroncelli family.  Theses wines are deserving of your attention and belong in your glass! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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2.5.2019- We are seeking a south Florida distributor to help us get a few exciting brands to market. We have customers for these wine, but we need a distributor partner with a small to medium sized sales force to help us in the market. Any interest or recommendations would be most appreciated!


2.4.2019-  Check out the awesome new label for Nick Goldschmidt very limited Goldschmidt Plus bottling. From a tiny production bottling of only two barrels, this wine is so special it must be tasted and explained. For that reason in 2019, we will be doing  seminars with our retail and restaurant partners to taste and explain how the wine is made and how to share that information with their customers to help make the sales of this amazing wine more impactful. If you are interested in a seminar contact us for details. 2014 GV OAK PLUS CS FRONT


2.1.2019- We received confirmation today… Our order is ready for pick up and will soon be in NJ! Cant wait!

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1.31.2019- Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel- The original “White Zin”. When Pedroncelli introduced their rose of zin to the market in the 1950’s,  it was a first, and sold quite well, but then along came the high residual sugar white zins we know today. It;s a shame because those sweet sugary wines gave “real” White Zin a bad reputation among wine drinkers. Drinking this wine is like stepping into a time machine and seeing what winemaking was like 50 or 60 years ago in California.  This is a great all season rose that works so well with a wide range of food. A bit more dense, rich and quite dry, thanks to the use of 10% Zinfandel. We love it with BBQ, Pizza, Salads and so much more.

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1.30.2019- Make any time summertime and any day a day at the beach with Rose Piscine. Thos refereshing always over ice rose continue to win fans. Just one sip and your a Piscine drinker! Available in Nj exclusively from Fedway Associates. Available in Florida from Trotta wines (west coast).  IMG_3050


1.29.2019- Couly Dutheil’s Les Chanteaux 2017 Chenin Blanc From Chinon – Couly-Dutheil’s Les Chanteaux has such a huge fan club that it’s tough to keep this in stock. Couly-Dutheil makes fewer than 1,500 cases of Les Chanteaux each year, the vast majority of which is scooped up by France’s finest restaurants.

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Les Chanteaux is 100% Chenin Blanc, grown in two different vineyards in Chinon: Les Goupillieres and Les Molieres, both known for their chalky soil and sunny exposures. The chalk in the soil is an essential aspect of the terroir – the Chenin Blanc grape requires that chalkiness to develop it’s pronounced acidity. In white wines acidity is what makes the difference and between refreshing, crisp vibrancy and just OK. It also magnifies the fruit.

Availabe in NJ & Florida from Cynrthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for pricing and availability.


1.28.2019-  To Our NJ Wholesale partners welcome back from Shutdown! We ope you had a great week. We are here and ready to help you in anyway possible.


1.17.2019- Pedroncelli Russian River Pinot Noir a killer value Pinot 100% varietal, 100% French oak.

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.


1.16.2019- Well NJ, We are excited to announce, that Nick Goldschmidt will be back in the market for his annual visit May 20-25th. Nice brings fun and excitement where ever he goes, and we love visiting with old friends, but look forward to meeting and making new friends too. If you’d like to meet Nick hear his stores and taste his wines, we’d love to hear from you. Press inquiries welcome.

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1.15.2019- our 2019 Cynthia Hurley Rose offering is now available.  Significant discounts for larger quantities. We have anew exciting Rose form Corsica and the Couly Duntheil Rene Couly Rose is is a must!

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1.14.2019- We are excited to announce the 2017 Henri Boillot offering, Boillot if one of Burgundies premier producers using only the best vineyards to make his incredible wines.  From his entry level Bourgogne wines all the way up to his to Grand Crus, these wines are truly experiences to be savored. Please contact us for pricing and details.

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1.10.2019- 2018 Chateau Routas Rose will soon be on its way! We have a sold out very quickly for the past few vintages, but this year, we will have more wine available. We will also have a limited quantity available in Florida. Contact us for details.

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1.1.2019- Happy new year! Thank you for the amazing support of our brabds! We will soon be expanding our business to add more brands in Florida. Details to follow sooon…




12.26.2018- Berthenet Montagny 1er Cru Les Platières 2016 small parcel, mid-slope, clay-iron rich soils.

This aromatic White Burgundy comes from a 1.37 ha plot in 1er cru Platières, Montagny made by one of our newest producers – the Berthenet family. We’re talking about beautiful, mineral rich Chardonnay that sees light oak treatment and unfolds in glorious apple, pear, and peach flavors. Montagny has definitely developed it’s own niche, rather than trying to compete with the high-priced, more well-known appellations such as Meursault. This food lover’s wine has subtle nuances – a concentrated nose of white flowers, and fresh fruits with a long lingering finish. Available in NJ & Fl through Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


12.21.2018- Lovely holiday wishes from the Pedroncelli family.

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12.20.2018-  Vigneau-Chevreau Vouvray 2017 Historic Vineyard “Super Cuvee”

The wines from our friends at Vigneau-Chevreau are stunningly delicious. Made from 100% Chenin Blanc, it’s complete with a beautiful golden color and generous mouthfeel. Imagine ripe quince, white peach, pear and honey aromas – the flavors are pure with excellent acidity and minerality. For those who are looking for something extra special, we’re are excited to offer their special limited cuvee, Clos de Rougemont, which comes from one of the oldest vineyards in Vouvray. Available in FL & NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


12.19.2018-  Another great 2018 memory…. While Pedroncelli’s Richard Morehouse may be officially retired, we are always happy when he pays one of NJ’s oldest and most loyal Pedroncelli customers Burkes Wine & Spirits in Sparta a visit. richard_burkes


12.18.2018- We had a fantastic visit earlier this year with Nick Goldschmidt. We had some great events and visited with a lot of our wonderful loyal customers. Looking forward to his visit in 2019! Stay tuned for details.


12.17.2018- Rose Piscine continues to dazzle. We are now available in Florida through Tratta Wines in Largo. Contact us for details. Currently seeing a small wholesaler for south Florida as well.

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12.13.2018- Thank you to everyone who has supported our wines this year. The challenges of our industry continue to mount, but having loyal customers makes all the difference. We truly appreciate your business!

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12.12.2018- Pierre et Jerome Coursodon St. Joseph, Silice Rouge 2016

“Subtle, featuring crushed cherry and plum fruit that has a restrained feel. Long, with fresh minerality coursing underneath the fruit and alluring black tea and savory notes running throughout. Drink now through 2026.  92 Wine Spectator Available in Nj & FL  through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


12.11.2018- Fantastic holiday card! Would love to give the artist credit. If you know them please let us know.

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12.10.2018- 2017 Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel. California’s original “White Zin”. Before the sugary versions we know today, back in the 50’s Pedroncelli made a hugely popular Rose of Zinfandel that was dry with bright fruit. This 2017 vintage was just awarded a Wine Spectator top 100 value for 2018!

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12.7.2018- Hitting thee streets of Clearwater beach, Palm Harbor,  Duneden with Rose Piscine and our friends Trotta Wine.

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12.6.2018- 2016 Goldschmidt Vineyards Singing Tree Russian River Chardonnay. 2018 Wine Spectator top 100 value! Sorry we’re sold out, but the 2017 vintage is now in stock. An amazing Russian River value!

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12.5.2018- 2015 Couly-Dutheil, Chinon Baronnie Madeleine. Arnaud Couly, the winemaker at Domaine CoulyDutheil, knows a thing or two about making a killer wine. Arnaud’s wines are represented on most of best wine lists in France including 21 of the 26 famous (and selective) Michelin 3-star restaurants.

“Sandalwood and broad herbal fruit on the nose. The palate is restrained, savoury, dry and sappy with a slight sweet toasted note on the finish. Drinking Window 2018 – 2028.” – 90 Decanter


12.4.2015-  We have experience a lot of great wine this year, but the award for the most unique wine we tasted in 2018 would definitely go to Bodegas Ton Rimbau Porcellanic xarel.lo Sur-Lie. I know there is a lot of controversy surrounding biodynamic and natural wines, but there is just something so special within this ceramic vessel. It almost hearkens back to a lost time, a lost art of winemaking. Was this what wine was like hundreds of years ago? Before intervention, before chemicals, before mechanical means. Permaculture vineyard of 3.5h of xarello. More like a a forest, than a vineyard.  Even the label is made from a wooden tag to avoid the use of glue on a label. A very unique and beguiling aroma of tangerine peel, lychees, licorice and raspberries. On the palate, this wine is powerful, fresh and well-structured with a mouth-filling explosion of ripe fruits and finesse from the oak. The wine seems to change with every sip, An experience to remember


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12.3.2018- Pedroncelli Press A Plenty!

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Another great year for this family owned winery! Pedroncelli has been producing outstanding values since 1927. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.


11.30.2018- Singing Tree Russian River Chardonnay from Goldschmidt Vineyards is one of the RR Chardonnay value on the market! Single vineyard, French Oak from one of the last remaining pre phylloxera vineyards in California. Russian River Chardonnay for under $20! Get this in your glass!st_LI


11.29.2018-  We are off to a great start on the west coast of Florida with  Rose Piscine brand partner Trotta Wines. They have really embraced this exciting over ice rose and are already seeing great success. We are now looking for a wholesale partner for the southern half of the state. If you have room in your portfolio for this exiting new brand contact us for more info.  Product with Glass and Ice JPEG


11.28.2018- As we are close to the end of the year, we are reevaluating our portfolio looking for gaps to fill so that we can continue to add value for our customers and also expand our opportunities. We have some very exciting wines for the new year for our Florida market. Stay tuned….


11.27.2018- It may be early, but we are already starting to think about 2018 Rose! One of our favorites has long been Chateau Routas! Amazing quality at a price well below the competitive set. We always sell out very quickly. This year we will have a little more than in years past and we are also adding this wine for the Florida market! We will have our allocations soon.  2016RoutasRose


11.26.2018- Château Vieux Poirier 2015 Small-Production, Organic Bordeaux

“A wine with chocolate, spice and earth. Medium body, firm tannins.” – 91 pts – James Suckling. Available in NJ & FL from Cynthia Hurley French Wines


11.21.2018- This week, we’ll focus on wines that will work for your Thanksgiving meal. Its always difficult to please the masses, but we have selected wines that we know will both pair well and be enjoyed by all.

Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet continues to impress and amaze at the quality and value it offers. Vintage after vintage, this wine offer so much value for the money and will really take your guests by surprise. Especially your know it all brother in law who thinks only great Cab comes from Napa. Put this in a brown bag, pour it, and show that jerk who’s the boss of Thanksgiving!

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11.20.2018- This week, we’ll focus on wines that will work for your Thanksgiving meal. Its always difficult to please the masses, but we have selected wines that we know will both pair well and be enjoyed by all.

Rose Piscine is the first rose meant to be enjoyed over ice. The expansive flavors develope and dont dilute when poured over ice. A real crowd pleaser and great with appetizers. We love it while we are preparing our meal as its lower in alcohol and an easy sipper.  Available in NJ from Fedway Associates and in FL from Trotta Wines

Domaine Cheysson Chiroubles Cru Beaujolais is a great alternative to Pinot Noir and offers a lot of depth character and beautiful flavors that will enhance your holiday meal. Instead of the Beaujolais Noveau drink REAL Beaujolais! Available from Cynthia Hurley French Wines

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11.19.2018- This week, we’ll focus on wines that will work for your Thanksgiving meal. Its always difficult to please the masses, but we have selected wines that we know will both pair well and be enjoyed by all.

11.19.2018- Goldschmidt Vineyards Fidelity is an amazing red blend whose quality boggles our mind every vintage every time we open a bottle. A blend of Merlot, Petite Verdot and Cabernet this wine is full of ripe red fruit with a balance, and depth you just don’t find at this price. Blind taste your wine snob brother in law on this bad boy and watch his face drop when you tell him how much you paid!

Pedroncelli Dry Rose of Zinfandel The perfect wine for turkey,  ham cranberries… you name it! This tasty dry rose from family owned vineyards, offer tangy zippy fruit flavors that make food paring a breeze.


11.16.2018- Domaine J.Laurens Cremants de Limoux Elegant, Flavorful French Bubbly.

90 points “Editors’ Choice”– Wine Enthusiast, February 2019 Domaine J.Laurens, Cremant de Limoux, Les Graimenous Brut Sparkling

91 points “Editors’ Choice”– Wine Enthusiast, February 2019 Domaine J.Laurens, Cremant de Limoux, La Rose N°7 Sparkling Rosé

Available in NJ & FL Exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


11.15.2018 Congratulations to Goldschmidt Vineyards for TWO wines in the Wine Enthusiast Best of Year 2018! Available in NJ exclusively from Fedway Associates.


11.14.2018-  Congratulations to Pedroncelli for their Wine Enthusiast Best of Year 2018 recognition for their 2016 Bushnell Zinfandel! Available in NJ exclusively from Fedway Associates.

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11.13.2018- One of our best selling Cabernets now available in Magnums!

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In NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates


11.12.2018- Château Croix Mouton the 2012 and 2013 vintages from talented winemaker Jean-Philippe Janoueix

One of the hidden gems of our Bordeaux selections. It is not a wine you easily spot in the market place, or one that always ends up on your friend’s table. Château Croix Mouton is easy to like because of it’s earthiness, charm, and rounded texture. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc the wine receives a well-integrated wood treatment that does not obscure the delicious red and black currant fruit.


11.9.2018- Coming soon to NJ Goldschmidt Dutton Chardonnay! many of you now and love Singing Tree Russian River Chard, well this is a special limited bottling from the amazing Dutton Ranch. Very limited! available soon in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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11.8.2018- Pedroncelli Bushnell Zinfandel from Sonoma’s Dry Creek is a stunning wine and amazing value! Small production, old vine, single vineyard all for about $20. This wine is a steal and will slay other Zin’s in this pricepoint. Available in Nj from Fedway Associates.

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11.7.2018- The warm weather may be done in the northeast, but the season is just getting started in FL. While we love rose all year long, if you live in a warm climate, rose is always in season!

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. In FL on the west coast available through Tratta Wine. Contact us for FL’s east coast availability.


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11.5.2018- Jean-Pierre Large’s Morgon 2015 profound complexity and rich fruit- perfect for the fall. Available in NJ & Fl from Cynthia Hurley French Wines

90 points – The Wine Advocate “The 2015 Morgon undergoes a semi-carbonic maceration and is raised in stainless steel. It has a fresh redcurrant and raspberry-scented bouquet. The palate is ripe and crisp on the nose, well balanced with sappy blackberry and blueberry fruit and impressive tension and structure on the finish, suggesting that this should give eight to ten years of pleasure. Very fine.”- Neil Martin, The Wine Advocate


11.2.2018- For more than  decade, Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet has been a wine of consistent value and quality. We all expect (and hope) wines will deliver more quality than the price we pay, but often we are left wanting and wondering was that it? Well Katherine has been a wine offering consistent quality, value, substance and sense of place. Doing all that and more for a fantastic price!

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates


11.1.2018- Domaine La Font de Notre Dame Gigondas, Le Mas 2016 new label, same great wine!

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90-93 pts – Jeb Dunnuck “Not yet named, the 2016 Gigondas NAME TBD (Le Mas) is the same blend as the classic cuvée (80% Grenache and 10% each of Syrah and Mourvèdre), yet has more fruit, depth, and density, as well as purity. Offering lots of black raspberries and toasted spices, it’s medium to full-bodied, has good acidity and a clean, elegant, balanced style that’s going to age beautifully.” Available Exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


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10.30.2018- We only have a few of these badass 3L Goldschmidt Game Ranch Vineyard left. Don’t miss your chance to have this in your cellar, or for the holidays. Only 30 of these bottles were produced. signed and numbered. NJ is the only market in the country to receive these!

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10.29.2018- More great videos from Nick this time he talks about 2016 Yardstick Cabernet Sauvignon Napa

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10.26.2018- Pedroncelli 007 Cabernet Sauvignon. Amazing single vineyard small production Cabernet at a very affordable price. Untitled


10.25.2018- Wine output rebounds:

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10.24.2018- 2018 Chelsea Goldschmidt:

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10.23.2018- Domaine de Mourchon CdRV-Seguret Tradition 2015 This amazing wine from the Seguret continues to impress! Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines

11 Exciting French Reds for Under $30″- Wine Spectator “Solid, with a core of lightly steeped plum and blackberry fruit scored by a graphite edge that imparts a focused, slightly grippy feel through the finish. Grenache, Syrah and Carignan. Drink now through 2020. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 3,500 cases made.”–JM, Wine Spectator

“Even after 18 months in concrete, the 2015 Cotes du Rhone Villages Seguret Tradition is tightly wound. A 60-40 blend of Grenache and Syrah, this medium to full-bodied wine offers crisp blackberry flavors and firm tannins. Give it a year or two after release to settle down, and drink it over the next 5 years or more. Drink 2019-2025.” 89-91 pts – Wine AdvocateJoe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate


10.22.1018- Katherine Goldschmidt magnums now Available! A great cab in a large format at a fantastic price! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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10.19.2018-  Who needs Summer when you have Rose? Rose Piscine continues to dazzle and impress. Last week at the Jersey City Wine Fest we had a great crowd who loved this original, unique Piscine (over ice)  style rose.  If you don’t know this rose yet, its time you tired it!

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10.18-2018- Dont miss your chance at one of the rarest most extravagant wines from Nick Goldschmidt. 2013 Goldschmidt Vineyards Yoeman Vineyard PLUS Cabernet Sauvignon. Only 198 six packs produced. Amazing quality and attention to detail. Goldschmidt PLUS Yoeman Cabernet Sauvignon comes from a small mountain vineyard just east of the town of Geyserville. Using techniques learned over time, Nick Goldschmidt selected
four exceptional barrels of wine from the 2012 vintage. He drained each barrel over a period of two days and placed the wine in 100% new Taransaud Medium-Plus Allier for 12 months. The wine was racked and placed into another set of new Taransaud Allier barrels for another 12 months. Finally, the wine was aged in five-year-old French oak for an additional 19 months. Unfined and unfiltered. Nick hand bottled it directly from the barrels. Only 196 six-packs produced.

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NJ only received 15 six packs per vintage, Don’t miss your chance to grab one of the most affordable cult style Cabs in CA! Available exclusively through Fedway Associates.


10.17.2018- Ninot’s 1er Cru Marissou 2016 Domaine Ninot has a long history as a standout producer in Rully. Erell Ninot is now in charge of the domaine. When she was 35 years old, Erell Ninot’s father passed the legacy over to her (one that dates back to 1313). Since then Erell has upped the ante and now runs the domaine with her brother Flavien.

“The 2016 Rully Marissou 1er Cru has a more exotic bouquet compared to its fellow Premier Crus: black cherries, hints of cassis and allspice. The palate is fresh with firm tannins that rein in that exuberance. Silky smooth in texture with a sweet and long finish. Excellent.”- 90 Neal Martin

10.16.2018-2014 Pedroncelli Wisdom an amazing wine only the Pedroncelli’s can produce at this price!

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10.15.2018-  Summers Charbono 91 Wine Enthusiast. This rare grape saved from extinction is something you must try!

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10.12.2018- Domaine Lavigne charming, food friendly white. This small family estate, located just outside of the town of Saumur in the central Loire Valley, makes the most appealing Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc. The Chenin Blanc bounces around in your mouth with dashes of pears, grapefruits and lemons. The Cabernet Franc has great red fruit which pops with anything roasted or grilled. Made by our friends the Lavignes, this pair is the very definition of artisan quality. Perfect for entertaining or for solo dining, they charm with their straightforward style.

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10.11.2018- What a dfay yesterday! The response to our wines is always good but yesterdays tasting was truly a great event for us! These events are what you make of them. Go in prepared and with a positive attitude and great things happen! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to taste. Now take the message of these fantastic wines to your customers and watch as they fly off the shelves!


10.10.2018- Ready to Rock! Fedway Fall Tasting The Venetian Garfield NJ! Table 118-119

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10.9.2018- Be sure to stop by tomorrow and see us at the Fedway Associates Fall Tasting at the Venetian in Garfield NJ. We will be pouring wines from Pedroncelli & Goldschmidt. We have new vintages to sample and always have a few surprises, so stop by early and taste whats happening.


10.8.2018- We still have some of this great Rose available! Before the sugary sweet versions, Pedroncelli was the first and original White Zinfandel. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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10.5.2018-  The always awesome value that is Goldschmidt Fidelity! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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10.4.2018- Domaine Guintrandy Côtes du Rhone Villages-Visan Le Deves 2015 old-vine Grenache with a touch of Syrah. The Cuilleras family of Domain Guintrandy hits it out of the ballpark with this favorite Le Deves from the Côtes du Rhone Villages-Visan. They have been certified organic since 2010 and they do not fine or filter their wine. Le Deves a blend of Grenache (90%) and Syrah (10%) that comes from 30 year-old vines. This 2015 Red Rhone is packed with flavor – black cherry and currant fruit with some notes of licorice, minerals and other herbs. Perfectly balanced and complex, this house favorite sells out quickly.

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10.3.2018- Excited to be working again with our old friends Summers Winery. More details soon.


10.2.2018- Looking forward to seeing everyone soon at the Fedway Fall tasting at the Venetian in Garfield NJ. We will have the best table in the house with wines from Goldschmidt and Pedroncelli! October 10 4-8pm


10.1.2018- Our Amazing 3L  bottles of 2015 Goldschmidt Game Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon have arrived! only 30 bottles produced. Signed, numbered and wax finished. This exclusive bottling is only available in NJ through Fedway Associates.


9.28.2018- We have an amazing opportunity with some of the most incredible Spanish wines we have ever tasted. Small production, organic, biodynamic, truly artisanal wines that must be tasted. You can check the wines out at wholewines.com or contact us for more details.


9.27.2018- If you love Zin like we do, the Pedroncelli’s limited production Bushnell Vineyard Zinfandel. Located on the eastern hillsides of Dry Creek Valley, the 22-acre
Bushnell Vineyard has been closely related to the Pedroncelli family for over 50 years. Winery founder John Sr. purchased the property in 1943, and, at the time, it was planted to Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Carignane. The vineyard was sold to son-in-law Al Pedroni in the 1950s and he tended the vineyard for over 40 years. Al’s daughter Carol Bushnell inherited the vineyard in the 1990s and she and her husband Jim now farm it. They grow
Zinfandel and Petite Sirah.

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9.26.2018- Are you reading Julie Pedroncelli St John’s great Blog? Check out Vino in my Dino for some Dry Creek insight, recopies and stories about Pedroncelli!  http://www.pedroncelli.com/vino-in-my-dino/


9.25.2018- Domaine Testut – Domaine Testut is a small family domaine now run by Cyril Testut. Cryil took over the reigns from his father in 1998 and has been making amazing Chablis with great precision. The majority of the Testut’s vineyards are located in the old historical section of Chablis – even those for his village-level Chablis – originally planted by the Cistercian monks. All the family’s vineyards are planted on Kimmeridgian soil with the majority of his vineyards located on the right bank of the Serein River.

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“(from a .32 ha parcel; note that Testut uses a different spelling for the vineyard as they do not use the more typical “Grenouilles”; bottled November 2017). A distinctly cool and restrained nose somewhat grudgingly offers up notes of dried orchard fruit, oyster shell, citrus and a suggestion of iodine. The more tightly wound and mineral-driven flavors possess a bit more size and weight along with much better power on the sappy, concentrated and impressively intense and persistent finish. This too is really very good and worth considering. Drink 2023+.”– Allen Meadows, Burghound Issue 72
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9.24.2018-  A special limited run of 2015 Goldschmidt Vineyards Game Ranch bottling are available. on 30 bottles made. Don’t wait or these will all be gone! NJ Fedway Associates


9.22.2018- Great bubbles for a bargain price! Special October discounts available. Cynthia Hurley French Wines

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9.20.2017- No reason not to still enjoy this tasty American Rose! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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9.19.2017-  Value Bordeaux Available from Fedway Associatesmeyreau


9.17.2018- Domaine Couly-Dutheil La Coulee Automnale 2015 Without a doubt, Couly-Dutheil is one of the “stars” of our portfolio of producers. Offered here is their entry-level Cabernet Franc – one of our best-selling red wines. The wine has a pretty purple and ruby color and the nose is steeped with red berries and a hint of campfire aromas. We love this wine for its versatility and soft tannins, and boy-oh-boy does this wine pair well with the flavors of fall. The 2015 is being hailed as one of the best Loire vintages ever, especially in Chinon. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines

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9.14.2018-  Domaine Hubert Lamy Exceptional, Limited White Burgundy Olivier Lamy, the current winemaker extraordonaire for the estate named after his father, creates wines balanced with grace and precision. This week we are offering two of Domaine Hubert Lamy’s limited White Burgundies one from St Aubin and one from Chassagne-Montrachet. For Burgundy connoisseurs, this is a domaine to know and love, especially because they remain some of the finest bargains in the Côte d’Or. These wines are hard to find and well worth claiming. Available in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

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9.13.2018 This Saturday from 12-5 we will be pouring wine from Rose Piscine, Goldschmidt & Pedroncelli at the Bergen County Food & Wine Festival in Paramus NJ.  Join us for a fun afternoon under the tent.


9.12.2018. Stop by Vintedge this Friday 5-7pm to Sample wines from Pedroncelli!


9.11.2018- We will be in NJ this week hope we will be seeing you!


9.10.2018- So long Summer hello Fall! The Fedway Associates fall tasting will be coming up in in a few weeks. We will have new vintages from Pedroncelli & Goldschmidt to sample and always have a few surprises under the table. Please be sure to stop by and say hello! October 10 4-8pm at the Venetian Garfield NJ.


9.7.2018-  The always awesome Pedroncelli Bushnell Zin 2016 vintage now in stock! A fantastic single vineyard old vine Zin at an incredible price! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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9.6.2018- 2018 Goldschmidt Vineyards Boulder Bank Sauvignon Blanc now in stock!

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates


9.5.2018- Goldschmidt Lady Ella Rose. Coming son to NJ Very Limited!

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9.4.2018- Summer may be over, but the rose is still flowing! Rose Piscine the only rose made to enjoyed over ice! The perfect aperitif or anytime you want a refreshing  lower alcohol drink. Available in NJ through Fedway Associates.  Also available in Florida contact us for details. More markets coming soon…

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8.31.2018- Pedroncelli at 90

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8.30.2018- Domaine Lagneau Régnié 2014 from 70 year-old vines planted in pink granite soil. Domaine Lagneau is a small, top-notch producer in Beaujolais. This black-fruited 100% Gamay Cru Beaujolais offers concentrated flavors thanks to 70 year-old vines and pink granite soil in Régnié. With mild tannins, mineral, spice, and aromatic black cherry and black current flavors it has everything to make it a food-friendly wine that delivers all sorts of dining possibilities. Put a slight chill on this bottle and you are good to go.

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“vigour from 70-year-old vines, still young.” – Steven Spurrier, Decanter

Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines

8.29.2018- 2014 Goldschmidt Vineyards Game Ranch now in stock! Game ranch is an amazing vineyard where Nick produces this extraordinary small production Cab that sells for a fraction of the cost of his neighbors.  Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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8.28.2018- Great Video on a closeup look at the amazing Hilary Goldschmidt Charming Creek Vineyard. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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8.27.2018-  Pedroncelli 90 years of passion. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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8.25.2018- Rose Piscine’s Bake Helppie and his amazing pitch at the 2018 WSWA brand battle! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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8.24.2018- Incredible Chateauneuf du Pape from Domaine Pignan This special cuvee is limited and the 2015 vintage is a must have for your cellar. Named after his two daughters, Frederic makes it from equal parts Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre. The Grenache vines are 130 years-old, the Mourvèdre vines are 100 years-old, and the Syrah vines are 80 years-old. After a long maceration of 30 days, the wine ages for 18 months in concrete, stainless steel and new oak barrels. Because of the concentration of fruit from the old vines, the new wood is not a dominating feature.

“Consisting of one-third each Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, the 2015 Chateauneuf du Pape Coralie et Floriane is a spectacular wine. It’s a blend of lots from three different lieux-dits, each with a different soil type. The result, after aging in a mix of demi-muids, new barriques and stainless steel, is a rich, concentrated wine with standout aromas of bright berries, orange zest and spice. The velvety finish hints at vanilla, chocolate and spice, only slowly fading away. Drink 2017-2027.”- 95 Joe Czerwinski, The Wine Advocate
Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines

8.21.2018- Its hard to believe, but its almost time for Fedway’s fall tasting October 10 at the Venetian in Garfield NJ. We will be there pouring fantastic wines from Pedroncelli & Goldschmidt. Once we have out table number we will put it on our social media so be sure to check back that day so you can find us. Instagram @theproperwines


8.20-2018-  Great press for 2015 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cab! This has long been an amazing value and people are catching on! Family Owned (since 1927), Hand Harvested, Barrel Aged, Certified Sustainable Cab all for under $20!

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Available in NJ through Fedway Associates


8.17.2018- Nick Goldschmidt talks Game Ranch Plus Oakville and what makes the site so special!

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8.16.2018- Check out the sexy new label for Goldscmidt Vineyards Game Ranch PLUS! Love minuscule production Cab from Napa? Then you need some of this amazing bottling!  From a rare hillside Knoll in Oakville. A amazing location with some well know neighbors… Screaming Eagle, Rudd and Plumpjack, but at a fraction of their prices! only 97 cases produced!

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 Available in NJ through Fedway Associates


8.15.2018- Domaine Tour Campanets 2017 Organic Rosé from Provence Decanter’s “Weekday Wines – 25 Under £25” List 89pts

“From Lawyer-turned-winemaker Emmanuelle Baude, comes this rosé based on Syrah and Grenache from 28 ha of organic vines. A good food wine, it has a bold pink grapefruit and strawberry palate and bright balancing acidity.”
– Decanter, August 2018

Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


8.12.2018- Amazing Spanish wine! We have access to an amazing portfolio of truly artisanal Spanish wines. Organic & Biodynamic small production. Currently unrepresented in NJ & FL, but we are working on it. These wines deserve your attention and are a complete 180 from the manipulated corporate wines most commonly found here in the US.

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8.11.2018- New Bordeaux Value available from Fedway Associates

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8.10.2018- pedroncelli Friends Red a wonderful red blend full of flavor structure and fun to drink! Not sweet like so many other red blends but ripe and finishing smooth and dry.  A real bargain from Pedroncelli the first family of the Dry Creek. Family owned since since 1927.

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 Available in NJ through Fedway Associates


8.9.2018- Our first summer for Rose Piscine has been exciting! Lots of interest in this Piscine style (over ice) Rose. Lower in alcohol, refreshing and fun! There is still plenty of summer left, so if you haven’t tried this wine yet, grab a bottle, a glass, ice cubes kick back anbd enjoy!

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 Available in NJ through Fedway Associates


8.8.2018- Paul Garaudet Bourgogne Blanc 2015 Paul Garaudet owns 10 hectares of vineyards. They are spread throughout the appellations of Monthelie, Monthelie 1er Cru, Volnay, Pommard, Meursault and Bourgogne Blanc. He presently serves as the president of the Wine Growers Syndicate of Monthelie. Paul’s prices are among the best values in Burgundy!

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8.7.2018- One of our favorite wines from Nick Goldschmidt is always his Forefathers Alexander valley Cabernet. If you love small production Cab, this is a must. Dr y farmed and truly hand crafted this AV wine puts many Napas at much higher prices to shame! A must try!

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8.6.2018-  2017 Pedroncelli Zinfandel Rose 89 WS. Pedroncelli created California’s first Dry “White Zin” in the 50’s and still makes this wonderful wine today. Not to be confused with the high sugar sweet White Zinfandel many people associate with the name. A beautiful alternative to French rose. Fedway Associates has been representing Pedroncelli in NJ for over 30 years and continues to be a proud partner.

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8.3.2018-  Serge Laporte’s Sancerre Rouge 2016 complete with lingering minerality. The Serge Laporte Sancerre Rouge is catching on and gaining fans. If you seek a wine that’s hard to find, grab this Insider’s secret. Cool regions, such as Sancerre, are the perfect climate to grow Pinot Noir (aka Sancerre Rouge). Couple that with the incredible winemaking talents from the family at Serge Laporte and you have a winning combination. This Sancerre Rouge has finesse, complexity, precision, tart red fruit flavors and that lingering minerality we love from Sancerre.

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Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


8.2.2018- As the summer begins to slip away… preparations are already under way for the Fedway Fall Tasting at the Venetian in Garfield NJ on October 10th. We will once again be proudly pouring wines from Pedroncelli & Goldschmidt for you to sample. Check back here and on our twitter & instagram pages (@theproperwines) for more details and our table number. We look forward to seeing you!


8.1.2018- Pedroncelli Wisdom is a knockout value Cab! From the oldest Cabernet Vineyard in the Dry Creek, this family owned winery continues to prove why they have survived 90+ years and continue to offer some of the best values nit only in Sonoma, but all of California.

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates


7.31.2018- Nick Goldschmidt’s Singing Tree Russian River Chardonnay is without question, the best Russian River Chardonnay value on the market! 100% Chardonnay, 100% Single Vineyard, 100% French oak all for ubder $20!

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.


7.30.2018- 2016 Chacras Malbec Mendoza. This outstanding high elevation (4500ft) singe vineyard 100% Malbec will make you wonder what the heck you’ve been drinking all these years! Amazing high altitude fruit with structure richness and most of all the true expression of Argentine Malbec. Not like those cheap blended Malbecs

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Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.


7.27.2018- Couly-Dutheil’s Les Chanteaux 2016 an amazoing show stopper white Chinon.

Couly-Dutheil’s Les Chanteaux has such a huge fan club that it’s tough to keep this in stock. This 100% Chenin Blanc is a wonderful and unique expression of the grape. The wine is dry, round and vibrant with floral aromas and a little melon, white pear and pineapple on the palate. Spring frost damage in Chinon reduced yields by 40% making this wine even more scare. The 2016 vintage is stupendous!
 
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7.26.2018-  2015 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Dry Creek Valley Sonoma. Can this fantastic value get any better? Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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7.25.2018- Domaine Lagneau Côte de Brouilly 2016 old-vine concentration with dark fruit flavors. Available exclusively through Cynthia Hurley french Wines

“Vivid ruby-red. Energetic red and dark berry scents are complemented by suggestions of allspice and smoky minerals. Palate-staining raspberry and bitter cherry flavors show very good clarity and become deeper and sweeter with air, picking up a hint of candied flowers. Finishes with strong floral persistence and harmonious tannins that sneak in late.”- Josh Raynolds, Vinous 91pts

7.24.2018- Now in stock 2014 Goldschmidt Vineyards Game Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville. This small [production always in demand will knock your socks off! 100% Sinbgle Vineyard, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 100% French. Oak Only 616 six packs produced. Available exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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7.23.2018- 2008 Secret de Cardinale Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 10 years old, direct from Bordeaux. How often can you find a 10 year old Bordeaux on the shelf of your favorite retailer and if you can its price is through the roof. Well, here’s a chance to grab this tasty 2008 Bordeaux for a reasonable price. Sure 2008 is not the powerhouse vintages of 2005, 2009 or 2010, but this was perhaps the last bargain vintage from Bordeaux and is dribking very well. Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


7.20.2018-  New press for 2017 Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc. Why drink New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc from wineries who plow by the mile, when you can have a small production wine from a single vineyard.  Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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7.19.2018- The always awesome value that is Pedroncelli Mother Clone Zinfandel! Family owned since 1927 in Sonoma’s Dry Creek. Available in NJ exclusively from Fedway Associated for over 30 years!

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7.18.2018- Nick Goldschmidt’s Singing Tree Russian River Chardonnay 90 WS! Single  Vineyard French oak Chardonnay at an amazing price! Available exclusively through Fedway Associates   st_LI

GOLDSCHMIDT Chardonnay Russian River Valley Singing Tree 2016 Score: 90 | $18
Fresh acidity supports concentrated green apple, citrus and savory herb flavors that are well-detailed in this white, with notes of tarragon and sage. The finish is pure and refined. Drink now through 2022. 4,500 cases made.—K.M.

7.17.2018- It’s great to connect with old friends…

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7.13.2018-  Couly Dutheil Chinon Rose. Despite being made from cab Franc, this tasty  Rose is surprisingly nimble and refreshing! 2018 allocation almost sold out! Available in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

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7.12.2018-  New Press for Rose Piscine! This amazingly refreshing French Rose served over ice is getting some well deserved attention! 88 BTI! Available in NJ from Fedway Assoicates.

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7.10-2018- Languedoc continues to prove it is among France’s best regions for quality value and an intense drive to break new ground and be original.  2016 Bergerie du Capucin, AOP- Languedoc, Les 100 Pas du Berger is quite a wine for the money and just received 92 from the Wine Advocate.  Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines

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7.9.2018- Domaine Mourchon Rose 95 Decanter! Out of 92 rose sampled only three were rated outstanding… Mourchon being one of them!

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A 60/40 blend of Grenache and Syrah. Fresh, honeyed ripe fruits on the nose which follow onto the palate, along with sun-ripened red fruits, cherries, peaches and freshly picked raspberries with beautifully balanced acidity. Available in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


7.6.2018- Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel… A California original.  ped.jpg


7.5.2018- 2015 Forefathers Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander valley.  This wine has long been one of our favorites from Nick Goldschmidt. 100% Cab, single vineyard, French oak, dry farmed, small production at a very reasonable price. What else can you ask for? Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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7.4.2018- Happy 4th of July! Celebrate with a true American original Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel! Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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7.2.2018- New press for 2016 Fidelity Red! This wine is off the charts good! Is this the best $15 wine in California? We think so!

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6.18.2018- This heart calls for crisp refreshing wines! One sip of 2017 Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc and you will ask yourself what you’ve been drinking all these years. Single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand that offers amazing tropical fruit, balanced and rich minerality.

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6.15.2018- 2016 Henri Boillot Burgundy not to be missed!  “Once again Boillot has made some of the wines of the vintage and I highly recommend them to you”- Burghound These wines are benchmark white Burgundy worthy of your attention.

Henri Boillot is legendary and unparalleled in regards to both his skill as a winemaker and the superiority of his vineyard terroirs in the Côte de Beaune. Once again we are pleased to announce the incredible 2016 offerings from Henri Boillot. Given the hardships of the 2016 vintage – a year of severe frosts that reduced quantities and in some cases Boillot abandoned all hopes of making wine from some vineyard sites – what Boillot did produce was phenomenal. From the moment we tasted with him last summer at his domaine, we were chomping at the bit to bring this vintage stateside.
 
One of Boillot’s signatures is that he keeps his yields stunningly low – between 22 and 26 hectoliters per hectare. This is extraordinary because it’s about half the yield of his neighbors. He also used 350 liter barrels for the majority of his wines, with about 50% of them new for the 1er Crus.
 
“if there was one defining element of the 2016 whites, it is their purity and in this respect, they remind me a great deal of the 2010s at the same time in their evolution or perhaps like a slightly riper version of the 2014s..I like this vintage a lot and I think that it’s going to surprise people by how well it ages.” – Henri Boillot in Burghound June 2018
 

6.14.2018- Great news for the 2018 harvest out of Argentina https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Argentina-Vintners-Say-2018-Harvest-Delivers-great-Quality


6.13.2018-  A Rose not to miss! Domaine de Mourchon Loubié Rosé 2017 Named “Top 10 Rosés You Shouldn’t Miss ” in 2016 “Top 50 Best Rosé” in 2015. The 2017 is another winner! Available in NN from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Message us for pricing.


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6.11.2018- 2015 Forefathers Cabernet Sauvignon Now in stock! Small production (300cs), dry farmed, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and single vineyard. This is a blockbuster Cab and a must try! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  Forefathers2015Cab.jpg


6.8.2018- We had the pleasure of Julie Pedroncelli St John,s company for a brief NJ visit today to present her family wines to the Gateway north sales team! Thanks Julie and thanks to Fedway for accommodating us!

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6.7.2018- Rose Piscine = summer in a glass! Rose on the rocks! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates!

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6.6.2018-  Pedroncelli Dry Rose of Zinfandel. The original California White Zin! Pedroncelli was the first to make a rose of zin back in the 50’s. The came a long the sugary White Zin we know today. Well, Pedroncelli still makes their classic styled dry rose and it is loaded with flavor and character! Available in NJexclusively through Fedway Associates


6.5.2018- Domaine les Hautes Cances 2017 Rosé Super limited concentrated, dry, french rosé with character

It’s no surprise that the Domaine les Hautes Cances Rosé was named as a one of the best Rosés in France. And it’s no surprise that the 2016 vintage received the top “Coup de Coeur***” rating from Guide Hachette des Vins, the oldest and most definitive wine guide in France. Distinctive and concentrated, we can thank the Astart’s for preserving their special vineyard plot of 50 year-old vines that are the source for this Rosé. Each and every flavorful sip is infused with those utterly delicious, earthy Rhone undertones that scent the air and the delicate hint of rose petals- trust us we’ve drunk more than our fair share. They have a small operation and make a limited quantity of Rosé. We grab most of it. If you’ve been on the hunt for a Rosé that’s fuller bodied and can stand up against hearty fair, don’t hesitate because the 2017 vintage is excellent! Avail in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines


6.4.2018- 2017 Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc 89 Wine Enthusiast

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6.1.2018- Gaillard Faugères Les Moulins Blanc 2016 sculpted by high altitude and schist soil


Gaillard’s Les Moulins Blanc, a delicious white wine that comes from a region known mostly for red. Pierre Gaillard has long recognized the unique schist soils of Faugères and his wines from his Domaine Cottebrune are without a doubt top-notch. Les Moulins Blanc is a bright and fresh blend of Roussanne, Vermentino and Grenache Blanc that comes from a 1 ha plot. While the young vines lend the wine generous fruit flavors, it’s the high altitude and soil that impart this wine’s elegant mineral signature. Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


5.30.2018- This article is a few years old, but still asks an important question… is wine tasting really junk science? https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2013/jun/23/wine-tasting-junk-science-analysis


5.29.2018-  Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet remains as it has for decades… an amazing value! Wine of the Week: Highly Recommended, Press Democrat “This Cab definitely over-delivers with generous fruit and bright acidity. It’s layered with herbs and spiced and lightly toasted. It’s approachable and budget-savvy. It’s a cab for the people.” Peg Melnik 

Family Owned (91 years), Estate Grown, Hand Harvested, Barrel Aged Cabernet for under $20 a bottle! Try it against your favorite sub $20 CA Cab. Drink Pedroncelli and say to to corporate wine!

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5.28.2018-  2015 Domaine de Mourchon Tradition  “11 Exciting French Reds for Under $30”- Wine Spectator “Solid, with a core of lightly steeped plum and blackberry fruit scored by a graphite edge that imparts a focused, slightly grippy feel through the finish. Grenache, Syrah and Carignan. Drink now through 2020. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 3,500 cases made.”–JM, Wine Spectator

Domaine de Mourchon is behind the village of Séguret about 300 meters up on a twisty little way. It is a modern beauty with shiny stainless steel tanks configured in a circle in one room. This winery is state of the art with table de tri for sorting every grape carefully to make sure there are no inferior ones in the final blend, and designed to use gravity to pamper the grapes as they transfer into the vat.  In the Rhone, there is a quality hierarchy. Only 18 special villages receive the honor to list the village name because of their superior terroir, higher quality and lower yields. Domaine de Mourchon is in one of these special villages so they are allowed to append their village name to the end of Côtes du Rhône Villages, as in, Côtes du Rhône Villages-Séguret.

5.25.2018-  An amazing Cabernet Franc Rose from Couly Dutheil. Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French wines.

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5.24.2018- Nick Posing with a case of signed bottles of 2013 Goldschmidt Vineyards Yoeman Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. Another epic market visit with our friend Nick!

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5.23.2018- Great dinner at the always awesome Steve & Cookies in Margate! Cookie is an amazing supporter of Nick’s Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc and Chelsea Merlot.  Enjoying a wonderful meal and a bottle of 2013 Goldschmidt Plus Game Ranch with Nick.

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5.22.2018- Nick Visiting Petrocks Wine & Liquors and tasting with Deb Petrock #familyownedbusiness

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5.21.2018- Nick visitng our good friends Yogesh & Priya at Wine World Stirling. #familyownedbusiness WineWoldNick_Yogesh&Pryiah.jpg


5.19.2018- Nick doing a tasting for another NJ legend Chuck Russo at Wine & Spirit World #familyownedbusiness

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5.18.2018- Nick With NJ Legend Randy Burke for an event with his customers in Sparta NJ #familyownedbusiness

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5.17.2018- Press for Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel!

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5.16.2018- Nice Review for Rose Piscine!

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5.15.2018 Lauber GAT Mayfair Farms

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5..14.2018- Join us tomorrow for the Fedway Associates Lauber Selections Grand Annual Tasting Event at Mayfair Farms West Orange NJ. We will be pouring wines from Goldschmidt Vineyards.


5.11.2018- Looking for something different in a summer rose? Try Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel Deeper bright flavors very food friendly. A Rose that works with summer grilling! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. 


5.10.2018-  Sorry! SOLD OUT!

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5.9.2018- Rose Piscine Ready for Summer!

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5.8.2018- DOMAINE DE MOURCHON Côtes du Rhône-Villages Séguret Tradition 2015

Score: 89
Release Price $20
Country France
Region Southern Rhône
Issue Jun 15, 2018
Tasting Note
Solid, with a core of lightly steeped plum and blackberry fruit scored by a graphite edge that imparts a focused, slightly grippy feel through the finish. Grenache, Syrah and Carignan. Drink now through 2020. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 3,500 cases made.

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5.7.2018- Get Ready New Jersey Nick Goldschmidt will be here next week!   We’ve got a full week of great events. Photo Dec 08, 6 33 35 PM.jpg


5.4.2018-  You need to be drinking 2015 Beaujolais! The best vintage in decades, Quality, value and amazing powerful fruit! Don’t miss it! Domaine Lagneau available in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Message us to sample.

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5.3.2018- Hey Atlantic City… you ready for summer? Rose Piscine is ready for you! #doac #dorosepiscineimage2.JPG


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5.1.2018- Great event at Steve & Cookies in Margate annual Margate Business Association. We showed Domaine Mourchon and Couly Dutheil from Cynthia Hurley and our newest brand Rose Piscine (the hit of the event). Also four great wines from Goldschmidt vineyards Singing Tree Chardonnay, Chelsea Merlot, Katherine Alexander Valley Cabernet and Hilary Oakville Cabernet.    image4.JPG


4.30.2018- While the weather has not fully cooperated yet, things are starting to heat up for Rose Piscine! New placements and pours, instore tastings and great consumer buzz. Isn’t it time you tasted this unique, refreshing wine? Contact us or your Fedway rep for more info and to sample.

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4.27.2018- May & June we will have a special enhanced Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet deal. Contact your Gateway or Fedway rep for details.


4.26.2018- Nick Goldschmidt’s visit is fast approaching! We have lots of events planned for both consumers and trade and will be posting the schedule next week. We hope you’ll be able to join us at one of our events or schedule a time to meet with us.


4.25.2018- Have you seen our Twitter or Instagram? Check us out @theproperwines


4.24.2018- Our last event of Richard’s visit was a Saturday tasting with Carlo Russo Wine & Spirit World Hohokus. It was an incredibly successful instore! We followed that up with a great dinner at Allendale Steakhouse!

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4.23.2018- We had a great event with Pedroncelli’s Richard Morehouse and Burkes Wine in Sparta NJ. One of the attendees was none other than wine legend Kevin Zraly. What a thrill!

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4.20.2018- 2,000-Year-Old Cannabis Wine Discovered

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4.19.2018- The Busy Fedway Show! Were you there?

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4.18.2018- Today’s the day! 4-8pm Fedway’s 2018 Spring Tasting at the Borgata Hotel Atlantic City. Bed sure to stop by our tables and sample! Table 132A Pedroncelli Table 132B Goldschmidt and Table 27 Rose Piscine. {lease be sure to stop by table 27 and welcome our newest supplier Blake Helppie to the Fedway family! See you there!


4.17.2018- 2016 Gigondas Domaine La Font de Notre Dame new label, same great wine!

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“Unfortunately, I know almost nothing about this tank sample of 2016 Gigondas that found its way into my blind tasting in Gigondas. It’s a full-bodied, slightly warm wine that nevertheless remains fruity, spicy and lively through the supple finish. Drink 2018-2025.” 91-93  – Joe Czerwinski, The Wine Advocate


4.16.2018-   Another one of our great Rose selections is now in stock! Couly Dutheil Rene Couly Rosé 100% Cabernet Franc  Yield: 45 hl/ha. Clay/Limestone soil. Dedicated Rosé vineyards and harvest. Manual harvest. AWARDS: World Best Rosé Award Winner in 2014, 2015, 2016 Always sell out! Contact for pricing and to sample. Avail in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines

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4.11.2018- Next Wednesday (4.18) is the Fedway Associates Spring show at the Borgata in Atlantic City. This year we have tables featuring Pedroncelli (127a), Goldschmidt (127b) and our newest brand Rose Piscine (27). We always have some special surprises, so be sure to stop by and say hi! Also please stop by table 27 and welcome Blake Helpie from Rose Piscine to the Fedway family!


4.10.2018- Too hot to handle… What region is right for your favorite grape? Great article and so true!

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/04/california-cabernet-too-hot-to-handle


4.9.2018- 2015 Chateau Labégorce Margaux Big broad fruit and lots of structure and depth.

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The Wine Advocate “The 2015 Labegorce is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc matured in 45% new and 55% one-year-old barrels. Deep garnet-purple in color with a nose of red and black cherries, black plums and cassis with touches of charcuterie and tapenade, the medium-bodied palate offers great concentration with a firm frame of grainy tannins, finishing long and savory. Drink 2020-2038.”93 – Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Advocate, Feb. 2018

Available in NJ through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us for pricing and availability.


4.6.2018 Domaine Clos de Lumieres Cotes du Rhone. Finally a box wine that really tastes great! All for about $.20/ounce

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4.5.2018- New Press 2017 Forefathers Sauvignon Marlborough NZ

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3.27.2018- Jean-Pierre Large’s Morgon 2015 A wine of profound complexity and rich fruit!

The 2015 Morgon undergoes a semi-carbonic maceration and is raised in stainless steel. It has a fresh redcurrant and raspberry-scented bouquet. The palate is ripe and crisp on the nose, well balanced with sappy blackberry and blueberry fruit and impressive tension and structure on the finish, suggesting that this should give eight to ten years of pleasure. Very fine.”- 90 Neil Martin, The Wine Advocate
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3.26.2018- Pedroncelli Petite Sirah deep dark layered Full bodied and delicious. From Pedroncelli’s family estate vineyards.  Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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3.25.2018- 2017 Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc now in stock! One of our favorite’s from New Zealand. Single Vineyards SB is a rare find in a region that usually plows by the mile. Try this and you’ll never go drink to that generic stuff again! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

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3.23.2018- Today is a day we’ve been waiting for… We get to kick off our newest brand Rose Piscine with the Fedway South sales team!  #alwaysontherocks! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway AssociatesIMG_2150.JPG


3.22.2018-  Nice display of our lovely little brand Chateau Routas stacked next to the much pricier competitor.  Tastes and decide for yourself…

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3.21.2018- More snow here in NJ, so today we will whine instead of wine s we prepare to dig out from a possible 12-16”. Spring where are you?


3.20.2018-  2016 Chacras Malbec outstanding high elevation single vineyard Malbec that really stands out from the crowd! Very small production. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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3.19.2018-  2014 Domaine les Hautes Cances Côtes du Rhône Villages – Very old vines, everyday prices, Superb Rhone Quality! Fresh dark red fruit mixed with the unique Rhone garrigues, the local scrub and herbs of rosemary and thyme, that’s beautifully balanced and concentrated. This is Provence at its best and, while it’s priced as an everyday wine, it delivers oh so much more. We had a bottle open for SIX days, and it was still singing beautifully! This wine is a real gem of the Cynthia Hurley French Wine portfolio. We’d love to sample it with you!


3.16.2018- Massive fraud uncovered in the Rhone!  This type of fraud needs be dealt with harshly. For it to take so long to be uncovered, shows no matter how adept a taster is, they still cannot correctly identify fake wine. Makes you wonder…
https://www.thelocal.fr/20180316/massive-cte-du-rhne-fine-wine-fraud-smashed-by-french-police


3.15.2018- Henri Boillot’ 2016’s are drinking incredibly well and we have seen response unlike any in recent memory. Many wines are sold out or close to sold. Contact us for pricing and availability.


3.14.2018- Low Stock Alert! 2017 Chateau Routas Rose is already running low. Due to frost, much of the 2017 was lost, so our allocation was drastically cut. The initial response has been very strong leaving us with less than 100cs still in stock.  Eveb if you’re not ready to pull the trigger on rose yet, you may want to grab some of this one beofre its gone! 90pts Vinous routas2017.jpg


3.13.2018- Just a few of the amazing 2017 rose we have available. Rose Piscine, Routas Rose & Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel Fedway Associates, Domaine Jougla & Couly Dutheil Rose (Cab Franc) Cynthia Hurley French Wines.   rose.png


3.12.2018- 2015 Fidelity Red 89 Editors’ Choice! This is without questions one of the best values in our portfolio! Available exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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3.9.2018-  New pos now available for Rose Piscine!

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3.8.2018- 2015 Pedroncelli Mother Clone Zinfandel 93 Wine Enthusiast. Back in stick. Wont last! Available in NJ through Fedway Associates.  message us to sample.

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3.7.2018- We love all of Nick Goldschmidt’s wines, but Forefathers Cabernet Sauvignon Lone Tree Vineyard from Alexander Valley is among our favorites. Its not just one thing, it many things that makes this wine so special…  The vineyard sits on a very rare knoll 800ft  above the valley floor (cooler nights, longer hang time), planted on a (also rare) east facing slope (early day sun instead of hotter late day sun), 100% single vineyard, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, French oak, dry farmed (tiny berries), low yields (less than 2 tons/acre), small production. Need we say more? We will gladly put this wine up against any big name Alexander Valley wine! Let us sample this fantastic 2014 vintage with you.  #saynotocorporatewine

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3.6.2018- We had a great time at NYC Vinexpo! We were very excited to meet Kate McKinlay from Domaine de Mourchon one of the star producers int the Cynthia Hurley Portfolio. Located in the Seguret, these wines are among the best certainly in the AOC and among the best in all the Rhone. Consistent high praise from press, but more importantly by restaurants, retailers and consumers alike.

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3.5.2018- 2017 Routas Provence Rose a perennial favorite now in stock! Don’t wait, this one always sell out quickly. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact us to find a retailer near you.

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3.2.2018- Hey NJ…  Rose Piscine now available! This wine is going to be the wine of the summer! Let us sample it with you. If you are looking for a store that carries it, message us and will will help you find it.

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3.1.2018- What a night! Last nights dinner with Henri Boillot was simply amazing.  Amazing wines, fantastic food and a great crowd. Those in attendance will be talking about this dinner for years to come! Thanks Henri!

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2.28.2018-  We are thrilled for tonight’s sold out dinner with Henri Boillot at the Pluckemin Inn Bedminster NJ. While the dinner is sold out, we still have some availability on the 2016 releases. Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

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2.27.2018- 2017 Pedroncelli Rose of Zinfandel now in stock! Before there was white zin, before rose was a popular trend, Pedroncelli made this delicious dry style rose. A must try! Available in NJ through Fedway Associates.

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2.26.2018- Rose Piscine by the bay Margate NJ Avail March 1 exclusively through Fedway Associates. Summer awaits…

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2.18.2018- Happy Presidents Day. Fun wine fact…Thomas Jefferson helped stock the White House wine cellars for the first five Presidents. During his two terms in office, he spent $11,000 on wine (approximately $175,000 in today’s dollars).


2.16.2017 Rose Piscine is getting a fantastic response! We have been sampling our newest Rose and everyone who tastes it is ready to buy! We cant wait for you to try it too! Available March 1 through Fedway Associates NJ

On the rocks of course!

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2.15.2017-  2015 Hilary Goldschmidt Cabernet now in stock! This fantastic wine remains the best value in Oakville. 100% Cabernet, single vineyard, 100% French oak at an UNBEATABLE price! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.  Contact us or your Fedway rep to sample.

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2.14.2018-  Petitjean Pienne Coeur de Chardonnay Côte des Blancs Grand Cru Champagne

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Petit-Jean Pienne, Grand Cru Coeur de Chardonnay Champagne is a grower Champagne from the heart of the Côte des Blancs in Champagne. The Petit-Jean’s practice “reasoned agriculture.” They harvest by hand from their 30 year-old vines located in Avize, Chouilly in addition to Cramant. They do extremely gentle fruit pressing to maintain the rush of minerality on its attack. The Coeur de Chardonnay is Champagne made from 100% Chardonnay, sourced from Grand Cru Champagne Vineyards. Message us to sample this wonderful Champagne!


2.13.2018- Vigneau Chevreau Vouvray Sec Cuvée Silex 2016 Juicy, offering a corpulent feel to the mix of yellow apple, ginger, quince and green almond flavors. Reveals a flash of toast on the finish, with the fruit lingering. Drink now through 2026. 850 cases made. 92 Wine Spectator  Available through Cynthia Hurley French Wines.  Message us to sample.


What a fantastic wine and very affordable! If your looking to start a cellar without breaking the bank, Vouvray (along with Chinon) is a great place to start. The wines are long lived and often under $20 a bottle.

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2.12.2018-  Pedroncelli’s own Julie Pedroncelli writes a great blog not only about the winery, but about food and other happenings in Sonomas Dry Creek. Def worth checking out! http://www.pedroncelli.com/vino-in-my-dino/post/midwinter-check-up/

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2.9.2018- We are very excited to start selling our new Rose March 1! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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2.8.2018- Don’t miss this amazing wine Wine Dinner with Burgundy legend Henri Boillot February 28, 2018 at The Pluckemin Inn.

Join fifth generation winemaker Henri Boillot for a sumptuous wine pairing dinner featuring the wines of this top-tier Domaine perfectly matched with a menu prepared by our Executive Chef Kevin Lafemina. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to meet, taste and learn about one of Burgundy’s top Domaines – Seating is limited, don’t delay!
Call 908.658.9292 for reservations

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2.7.2018- Cotes du Rhone Villages by le Clos des Lumieres  Village level CdR at a fantastic price! The folks at Domaine le Clos des Lumières aced it with this, their Côtes du Rhône Villages rouge. This wine shines with the addition of Mourvedre to the Syrah, Grenache base blend. Intensely flavored with black fruits, spices and hints of licorice and thyme, the round mouth feel and lengthy finish make it easy to take another sip. An added bonus is the amazing fruit forward nature of the spectacular 2015 vintage. This has all the makings to be your new “House Wine”.  Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Message us for pricing and to sample or to find a retailer near you.

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2.6.2018- New press for Goldschmidt from the current issue of Tasting Panel Magazine.

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2.5.2018- On Febuary 28, legendary Burgundy winemaker Henri Boillot will be at the equally legendary Pluckemin Inn for a very special winemaker dinner! Details coming soon…

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2.2.2018- Pedroncelli has two Zinfandels featured in the march 2018 of the Wine Spectator! Bushnell Zin has sold out, but Mother Clone Zin still available! Avail in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Message us to sample.

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2.1.2018-  Coming soon to a NJ beach near you!

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1.31.2018- We are down to our last cases of the 2015 Katherine Goldschmidt. 2016 will be available for sale in mid February.

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1.30.2018- 2016 Serge Laporte Sancerre a WS “Go-to for excellence and affordability”. 91 pts. – Wine Spectator “A fresh, piercing style, with savory, chive and flint notes that are finely tuned, stretching out through the mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2020. 2,500 cases made.” – JM,Wine Spectator

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1.29.2018- 2017 Rose offering from Cynthia Hurley French Wines! Great Rose selection with huge discounts available all wines assort for best price. Contact us for pricing and to sample.

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1.26.2018- Today we presented three fantastic wines the Fedway’s Lauber selections sale team. 2017 Routas Rose, 2017 Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc and 2014 Forefathers Cabernet Sauvignon. Everything showed well. Now lets see what they can do….

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1.25.2018- Sonoma County Sustainable Wine Label:

https://sonomawinegrape.org/sustainability/sonoma-county-sustainable-label/


1.24.2018- Eric de Suremain 2014 White Burgundies classic vintage, 1er Cru fruit, biodynamic

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Eric de Suremain is about making great wine and he does so biodynamically. We scooped up a limited amount of his small production White Burgundies from his 1er Cru vineyards in Rully. Eric calls his cuvee made from his Rully 1er Cru Agneaux vineyards, L’incomprise, “the misunderstanding.” By harvesting early to maintain his quality standards, Eric lost the chance to use the 1er Cru name. Eric calls his Rully 1er Cru Pillot L’intemporelle because of the wine’s “timeless” nature sourced from vines planted in the 1920s. Both wines are from the 2014 vintage, which has been called classic. They have the power of the 2015s with the acidity of the 2013s. Needless to say, these are very limited. Dont miss this fantastic experience!


1.23.2018- 2016 Chelsea Goldschmidt Merlot now in stock! This has long been a favorite of ours and with good reason… amazing quality fruit from a single vineyard at a very reasonable price. Its cool to drink Merlot!! Check out the updated label. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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1.22.2018- 2016 Pedroncelli Russian River Pinot Noir. An amazing value! 100% Pinot, 100% French oak.  Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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1.19.2018-  Couly-Dutheil La Coulee Automnale Cabernet Franc. Without a doubt, Couly Dutheil is one of the “stars” of our portfolio of producers. Here is their entry-level Cabernet Franc. The wine has a pretty purple and ruby color and the nose is steeped with red berries and a hint of campfire aromas. We love this wine for its versatility and soft tannins. The 2015 is being hailed as one of the best Loire vintages ever, especially in Chinon!

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1.18.2018- 2017 Chateau Routas Rose will soon be speeding it’s way to NJ! This amazing quality/value Rose offers so much for the money, it is a steal!

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1.17.2018- 2015 Hilary Goldschmidt Oakville Cabernet has arrived!! We are excited for this new vintage! The best priced Oakville Cab on the market . Charming Creek is located on Route 29 just north of Oakville Cross Road.  100% Cabernet, 100% French oak, 100% Goldschmidt! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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1.16.2018-  We only have a few cases left of this wonderful Zin. Next release is not until May, so don’t wait! Avail in NJ Exclusively from Fedway Associates.

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1.15.2018- He goes on forever… like a diamond in the sunlight.

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1.15.2018- The accolades keep pouring in for Pedroncelli! These wines continue to garner great press and represent amazing values! If you haven’t had Pedroncelli in a while, its time to taste them again!

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1.12.2018- We are excited to be spending some time tasting today with the amazing people in Fedway’s Wine Department.  They focus on premise and have been amazing partners to our brands! We are so grateful for their continued help and support!


1.11.2018- 2016 Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet now in stock! Check out the new label. Our #1 selling Cabernet! Drinking so well! message us to sample. NJ Fedway Exclusive

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1.10.2018- Font de Notre Dame Gigondas 2015 “stunning”- exactly what we desire

“The 2015 Gigondas is a blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre, matured in concrete. It starts with a stunning display of garrigue and spice on the nose, followed by ripe cherry fruit on the full-bodied, creamy palate. There’s a touch of warmth to the lingering finish, so I would opt to drink this by 2025.” 92 points – Joe Czerwinski, The Wine Advocate

Want to taste this wonderful wine? Contact us to sample.

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1.9.2018- Exciting news! Rose Piscine is coming to NJ! The newest addition to our portfolio will be available through exclusively Fedway Associates starting March 1! Contact us for details and to sample.

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1.8.2018-  Jean-Pierre Large’s Morgon 2014 One Grape, One Winemaker, One Very Fine Beaujolais Cru Jean-Pierre Large’s Morgon brings to the table a distinctively different expression of the juicy red fruit of the Gamay grape. Enhanced by the age of the vines and the depth of the vineyard soil of the Morgon terroir (factors which add weight and complexity to the wine), Jean-Pierre’s Morgon boasts darker, more robust flavors than your typical Beaujolais Cru and some find it has Pinot Noir-esque depth and complexity. All you need to do is put a slight chill on this wine and then serve.

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1.5.2018- Recent mention of Rose Piscine! http://www.etonline.com/star-sightings-keith-urban-rocks-hard-new-years-eve-demi-lovato-celebrates-her-sisters-birthday


1.4.2018- BRRRR its cold out here today! That calls for a big warm wine! Domainer Mourchon Grande Reserve Séguret Côtes du Rhône This wine is deep purple in colour with a nose suggesting spices, liquorice and cooked red fruit. The palate is full bodied with elegant fruit intensity, some spice and harmonious tannins. Enjoy with red meats, wild game, creamy cheeses or chocolate dessert with red fruits coulis. If you wish a review of this wine, please click here.  Avaiulable in NJ Cynthia Hurley French Wines

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1-.3.2018- The year is just starting and already we have our 2018 visit confirmed with Nick Goldschmidt! Nick will be in  NJ May 18-25. We already have a lot planned with more to come. We will update details here as well as on Instagram & Twitter @theproperwines

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1.2.2018-  2015 La Font de Notre Dame Gigondas “The 2015 Gigondas les Mourres is a blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah and 10% Mourvèdre, matured in concrete. It starts with a stunning display of garrigue and spice on the nose, followed by ripe cherry fruit on the full-bodied, creamy palate. There’s a touch of warmth to the lingering finish, so I would opt to drink this by 2025.”-  92 Wine Advocate Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate

Fantastic Gigondas you need to get in your glass! Available in NJ through Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us to sample. sevenfify.com/cynthiahurley


1.1.2018-  Happy New Year! All the best for 2018. We have  lot of exciting new things planned for this year! Image result for happy new year 2018


12.27.2017- Enjoying some bubbles in Napa on our recent trip to CA with Nick and the equally famous LT!

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12.26.2-17-  Sometimes high is not the top

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12.22.2017- Wishing everyone a happy and safe holiday.

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12.21.2017-  2015 Domaine de Mourchon Family Reserve “G” 100% Old Vine Grenache 92 Wine Spectator Domaine de Mourchon, Côtes du Rhône-Villages Séguret G Family Reserve 2015 “Delightfully ripe, with a big ball of cassis, plum sauce and steeped raspberry fruit melded together, inlaid with anise and graphite notes and driving through a rich yet detailed finish. Rock-solid and should age nicely. Grenache. Best from 2018 through 2022. 400 cases made.”- JM, Wine Spectator

Available in January. Now accepting reservations


12.20.2017- Pedroncelli Scores BIG! 2015 Mother Clone Zinfandel 93pts WE!!

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12.19.2017 2015 Jean-Pierre Large Morgon 90 points – Wine Advocate “The 2015 Morgon undergoes a semi-carbonic maceration and is raised in stainless steel. It has a fresh redcurrant and raspberry-scented bouquet. The palate is ripe and crisp on the nose, well balanced with sappy blackberry and blueberry fruit and impressive tension and structure on the finish, suggesting that this should give eight to ten years of pleasure. Very fine. Drink 2017-2025.”- Neal Martin, Wine Advocate


Available in  NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines Contact us to sample and for pricing.


12.18.2017- Out in the vineyards with Nick!

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12.15.2017- Comparative tasting two Goldschmidt Game Ranch vs some very famous heavy hitters. Some of these wines surprised us! The winners (it was a tie) were decisive.  Photo Dec 08, 2 32 15 PM.jpg


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12.13.2017- Competitive tasting Goldschmidt Yoeman 2013 & 2014 vs some heavy hitters… The quality of some of these wines really surprised us. Who won? Ask us we’ll… tell you!

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12.12.2017 New from Pedroncelli! We are excited to announce a new wine from our friends at Pedroncelli.  We will have it available in NJ early 2018, Stay tuned for details….

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12.12.2017- Want to hang out with Nick and Yolyn Goldschmidt? Want to take a Tahitian  cruise? Well you can do both! http://www.goldmarkwines.com/tahiti.html


12.11.2017-  Pierre Paillard Grand Cru Champagne Our Award Winning Grower Champagne Champagne is the essential wine of celebrations, even though we believe that it’s too good to drink only on special occasions. This highly acclaimed Grower Champagne is not to be missed! We have two special Paillard Grand Cru Champagnes to choose from, including the 2006 Vintage Champagne. They wont last, so contact us for  details. Available in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.


12.9.2017- Amazing views from our Friend Richard Morehouses’ (Pedroncelli) Ranch

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12.8.2017- Tank sampling Game Ranch with Nick!

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12.7.2017- Visiting Vineyards! Its steeper than it looks…

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12.6.2017-  Welcome to the NSM!

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12.5.2017-  We can’t wait to be out in Napa & Sonoma tomorrow to visit our good friends at Goldschmidt Vineyards for their National Sales Meeting. Follow us on Twitter & Instagram for vineyard pics and updates.


12.4.2017- Pedroncelli’s 90th Anniversary celebration continues! Two wines from Pedroncelli have been named to The Wine Spectator’s top 100 Values of 2017. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates.

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12.1.2017- Looking for a new direction for your winery or wine project for 2018? We are here to help! We are looking to work with like minded people looking to grow their brands in New Jersey and Florida. contact us theproperwines@gmail.com or message us on Twitter and Instagram @theproperwines


11.30.2017-  Keep on pushing ahead!

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11.29.2017- Dom. Cheysson Beaujolais Cru Chiroubles 2015 a “go-to pour”!  For over 20 years Jean-Pierre Large, the Beaujolais Cru master behind Domaine Cheysson, has built a strong reputation for this lighter-bodied red that constantly delivers plenty of fruit and gets attention from those in the know. The 2015 vintage is outstanding for Cru Beaujolais wines.


11.28.2017-  2016 Goldschmidt Singing Tree Chardonnay Single Vineyard Russian River at a fantastic price! Available in NJ exclusively from Fedway Associates

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11.27.2017- The life of a broker… sometimes even when you do all the right things, you are still sent packing. Wineries are sold and often the new owners don’t have the same vision or understanding for the relationships that helped build their brand. Being in business for yourself is never easy, but this is a lesson to always have a backup plan and never let relationships cloud your judgement. My goal now is not to punish them for ending our agreement… that’s just business, but to find competing brands at the same wholesaler to go up against theirs.  Nothing personal… just business like this two sentence letter.  While it would be awful to see all the hard work we have done evaporate into nothing, it would be gratifying to know we were the linchpin that made the brand a success in the market. We wish them best of luck in their future endeavors.

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11.22.2017- Pomerols are celebrated as the best expression of Merlot. This humble and charming Right Bank commune, dominated by clay-rich soils, transforms Merlot into rich and smooth wines that are among the most sought after Bordeaux. Château Tour Robert delivers the Pomerol goods with its very dark red (almost) black appearance and aromatic nose complete with ripe plums and black fruits. Velvety textured with a long finish – this 100% Merlot has some age, so you can pop the cork tonight. This wine is arriving next week and we received a limited number of cases. Available through Cynthia Hurley Wines.


11.21.2017- Domaine Mourchon named #52 on The Wine Spectator top 100! We hate to say we told you so, but with all the great press and the amazing quality of this wine for the money, we know this would be a top 100 wine!  Unfortunately we are now sold out.  Good new is that the 2015 is on its way and it was an even better vintage!

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11.20.2017- Another Great Thanksgiving suggestion is Cru Beaujolais. The flavors are perfect for the wide range of food served. We’re not talking Nouveau here! We have many great selections! Here’s two of our favs:

Domaine Lagneau is a small, top-notch producer in Beaujolais. This black-fruited 100% Gamay Cru Beaujolais offers concentrated flavors thanks to 70-year-old vines and pink granite soil. With mild tannins, mineral, spice, and aromatic black cherry and black current flavors it has everything to make it a food-friendly wine that delivers all sorts of dining possibilities. Steven Spurrier 90 Cellar Beaujolais selection:

Cheysson Chiroubles 2015 Chiroubles 90 Wine Enthusiast
From one of the leading estates in this cru appellation, the wine is structured and firm and likely to age well. With black cherry and red-currant fruits it is crisp although with its solid texture it should broaden out. Drink this wine from 2018.

 

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11.16.2017-  Oh what to drink for Thanksgiving? So many great choices but we re partial to Zinfandel! Pedroncelli Mother Clone Zinfandel & Bushnell Zinfandel are two fantastic Zin’s! Join Pedroncelli in celebrating their 90th anniversary and raise a glass this holiday to family, tradition and great wine!

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11.15.2017-  What impact does smoke have on wine? Great article on smoke taint from the recent CA fires.

http://www.northbaybusinessjournal.com/northbay/sonomacounty/7619318-181/sonoma-napa-mendocino-wine-smoke-taint?artslide=0


11.14.2015- We had a great saff training and consumer tasting for Wegmans newest store in Montvale. The wines always show so well and it was a great success!

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11.13.2017 Nick Goldschmidt takes a close look at the Charming Creek (Hilary Goldschmidt) vineyard:

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11.10-2017-  The weather is cooling down, so its time to drink Port! Pedroncelli Four Grapes uses only authentic Portuguese varietals from Pedroncelli’s estate vineyards.  This wine will stand toe to toe with any LBV!

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11.9.2017-  Château Villars, Fronsac 2012 great fruit, great mouthfeel, great price!

“One of the top Fronsacs year in and year out, this blend of 76% Merlot, 21% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon reveals a gorgeous, deep ruby/purple color and sweet blueberry and blackberry fruit. Nice minerality and a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel make for a top-notch Fronsac in this vintage. The color is a healthy ruby/purple and the wine capable of lasting at least 10-15 years.” – 90pts Robert Parker,The Wine Advocate


11.8.2017- 2015 Pedroncelli Mother Clone Zinfandel limited edition retro label!

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11.7.2017- *New* Tour Campanets Bois des Fées 2016 organic white wine from the hills of Provence. Clean, clear, fresh and refreshing with aromatics that will enchant and delight, this white wine from Provence is a stunner. We just had to import it. Made from 70% Vermentino (locally called Rolle) and 30% Ugni Blanc this wine has citrus, passion fruit and almond flavors and it has zip. Organic producer Domaine Tour Campanets shows effortless skill with their limited white wine from Provence. Cynthia Hurley French Wines

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11.6.2017-  2016 Goldschmidt Vineyards Chacras Malbec now available! After you taste this fantastic Malbec, you’ll wonder what you’ve been drinking  all this time! 100% Malbec from high elevation vineyards. This is Argentine Malbec the way it should be No inferior grape varietals mixed in just straight up great taste! Sure it’s not $9.99, but you get what you pay for!

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11.3.2107- Attended a huge tasting event in Morristown NJ. Poured wine for 1500+ people. Was kinda of a big party, but there were enough wine fans there to make it worth the time.


11.2.2017 *NEW* From C ynthia Hurley French Wines…. Domaine du Rochouard Cuvée Pierre du Lane Cabernet Franc. This wonderful red comes from flint-and-clay-based soil in the appellation of Saint-Nicolas de Bourgueil. This is beautiful Cabernet Franc in its purest, most fruit-driven and aromatically expressive form.  We had a bottle open for three days and it just got better and better till we sadly reached the end. We’d love to sample it with you!

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11.1.2017 New Vintage of Pedroncelli Wisdom now in stock!

The 2014 vintage of Wisdom is now available at Fedway! This wine never fails to impress and at a fraction of the cost of many other Cabs out there. We’d love to sample it with you!

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10.30.2017- 2014  Domaine les Hautes Cances Côtes du Rhône Villages (Cairanne) – Very old vines!  Superb Rhone at an amazing everyday price!

Get the stew pot bubbling, or your lamb on the grill. Hautes Cances Côtes du Rhône Villages-Cairanne will make you want seconds of everything! Imagine fresh dark red fruit mixed with the unique Rhone garrigues, the local scrub and herbs of rosemary and thyme, that’s beautifully balanced and concentrated. This is Provence at its best and most affordable while delivering so much quality for the money it almost hard to believe!
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10.25.2017-  Another one of our Pedroncelli instore tastings with a wonderful new  customer Wine Emporium in South Orange NJ. They love the wines and the family story! We have a ton more instores planned. Watch our twitter @theproperwines for dates and locations.

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10.24-2017- Domaine Mourchon strikes again! This amazing value Rhone is unstoppable! Can the 2017 top 100 be far behind?

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10.23.2017-  Over the weekend, we had our first taste of an exciting new product called Rose Piscine. This style of Rose is very popular in France and is intended to be served chilled WITH ice! Tasty, exuberant and fun to drink! in 2018, we see this Rose in your future! Contact us for details. More info to follow…   Ice Ice Baby!

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10.20.2017-  Today we presented three great wines from Goldschmidt Vineyards to Fedway’s Lauber Selection sales force. These three Cabs showed so well and hopefully knocked a few peoples socks off and inspired them to sell a few cases.

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10.19-2017- People always seem to be looking for great value California Cabernet and its keeps getting harder and harder to find. We have the solution! 2015 Katherine Goldschmidt Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley. 100% Cabernet, 100% single vineyard. Nick has been farming this vineyard for over 20 years and knows just what it can do… consistently over deliver on flavor, quality, and value.  Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.

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10.18.2017- Pedroncelli Press Democrat. From polenta to Port Family wine and family recipes-

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10.17.2017-  Aside from Nick, heres what makes Hilary Goldschmidt Charming Creek Vineyard so special.-

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10.16.2017- smoke overtakes Geyserville Picture is an eastern view of the smoke.

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10.14.2017- Domaine Henri Boillot named top 100 wineries of 2017!

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10.13.2017-  2016 Chacras Malbec Now in stock! We are excited for the 2016 vintage and think you will agree it is outstanding! High elevation vineyard (4500ft) single vineyard 100% Malbec. Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.

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10.12-2017 CA fires are still a long way from containment. Unfortunately the losses will continue to mount. Keep the people in these areas in your thoughts!

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10.11.2017-  In a recent study, consumers still perceive cork a a superior closure. While the article doesn’t mention the type of wine consumer surveyed, it is still interesting. Those of us who know already understand which closure is actually superior.

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10.10-2017- CA Fire update…

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From the air. Above Napa. Below the Fire Line is Pope Valley

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From the ground in Sonoma

The devastation is massive with many wineries suffering  total losses. While these fires have been tragic for the losses of property, jobs the effect on the economy, the loss of life is what concerns us the most! We hope everyone stays safe and heeds any and all evacuation orders.  Please check back here as we get info on how to help those effected by the fires.


10-9.2017- Something new and Exiting from Cynthia Hurley Wines! Another fantastic value from Tour Campanet

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10.6.2017- 2013 Reata Pinot Noir is drinking so well and is a must taste. 100% Pinot 100% French oak. 90 Tasting Panel. Why drink “purple stuff” when you can drink Real Pinot!

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10.5.2017- 2014 Pedroncelli Wisdom Cabernet Now in Stock! We had a great run with he 2012, now we move into the 2014! Different flavor profile this vintage, as it now has 4% Petite Verdot adding a bit more depth and spice character. A real winner! Available in NJ exclusively from Fedway Associates Contact us to sample.

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10.4.2017- Forefathers Sauvignon Back in stock! Finally after a long summer with very little inventory, we are back in stock with one of our favorite NZ Sauvignon Blancs! This remarkable Sauvignon Blanc is single vineyard, certified sustainable and unlike those big name brands that plow by the mile produced at huge tank farms, is very limited production. Stop drinking that corporate wine and start drinking something authentic.  Fedway Exclusive.

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10.3.2017- Ready to go! Tables 26 & 27 Opici Family Distributing Fall tasting at The Manor West Orange NJ. Chronic Cellars & Jamieson Ranch Vineyards.


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10.2.2017- New Wines from Cynthia Hurley- We’ve got two new finds that will satiate every taster from the beginner to the Bordeaux fan. These two Château level wines hail from small family producers, which means you are getting the real deal from people who care about what they put in the bottle. Both Château Gaillot Fournier and Château Lorieu are classically styled, juicy, dreamy red-dark hued beauties that will not break the bank. Bordeaux is back with the spectacular 2015 vintage. It’s so easy to see why with these new go-to Bordeaux that are all about everyday pleasure.


8.29.2017- Tuesday October 3 4-8pm we will be pouring wines from Jamieson Ranch Vineyards & Chronic Cellars for the Opici Family Distributing Fall Tasting at The Manor West Orange NJ. Be sure to stop by and say hello to JRV President Bill Legion and taste the new vintage of Double Lariat Cabernet Sauvignon.  If you haven’t checked out Chronic Cellars yet, this is a great opportunity to sample these hip, tasty red blends!

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8.28.2017- 2016 Pedroncelli Pinot Noir now in stock! Without question one of the best priced Russian River Pinot Noir’s on the market! 100% Pinot 100% French oak at an unbelievable price!  Don’t miss this one!

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8.27.2017- Pedroncelli is celebrating their 90th harvest! 90 years of family owned wines representing some of California’s best values! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates

“One of the old, iconic Italian families of Sonoma, the Pedroncelli’s have been farming vineyards since 1927. They obviously survived Prohibition, and consumers are all the better for it. Moreover, they have always had a humble philosophy in terms of pricing. Dollar-for-dollar, the Pedroncelli wines consistently offer both character and quality for their prices, something consumers should never forget.”  Robert Parker

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8.26.2017- Press for Katherine Goldschmidt continues to roll in! The Wine Spectator just named Kate one of the top 9 Cab values under $25!

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8.25.2017- We had another great event with Burkes Wine in Sparta last Saturday to benefit the Sparta Library. Featuring wine from Pedroncelli  & Goldschmidt. There is something oddly satisfying about drinking wine in a library! library tasting


8.24.2017-  We’ve lost another great singer! RIP Charles Bradley-

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8.22.2017- We have two events scheduled for this Saturday (9.23.2017)

First from 2:30-4pm at The Pluckemin Inn for their Fall Wine Tasting, we will pouring selections from Cynthia Hurley French Wines http://www.pluckemininn.com/event/fall-walk-around-tasting/ This will certainly be a great event and after it concludes you can relax in the Plucky Tavern!

Second from 7-10p at the Sparta Library we will be pouring wines from Goldschmidt & Pedroncelli for Burkes Wine & Spirits.

Join us!


8.22.2017 Talk about timing. The 2015 Arrives yesterday and we already have press! 91 from Tasting Panel!2015DL_Cab


8.21.2017- 2015 Jamieson Ranch Double Lariat Cabernet Now in stock! Avail in NJ exclusively through Opici Family Distributors.

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8.20.2017- Lets file this one under ‘better than never’ Jeb Dunnuck gives 90 to 2016 Domaine de Mourchon Seguret Rose. This is the third year in a row that Jeb has given this Rose 90pts. I see a pattern forming. Who says Rose season has to end?

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8.19.2017- Please be sure to stop by and see us October 3rd for the Opici Family Distributing Fall Tasting at The Manor in West Orange NJ. We will pouring wines from Jamieson Ranch Vineyards and Chronic Cellars. We are excited that we will have Bill legion President of JRV on hand for the event. Stop by and say hello to a wine industry legend!


9.18.2017- Brand loyalty has become one of the real challenges of our business. Not just amongst consumers, but the trade as well. People are so hyper focused on what’s new and trending, that customers sometimes forget the brands that have for decades consistently offered quality and value. While Pedroncelli’s Richard Morehouse was in town for the Fedway Fall Show, we had an instore tasting with the Burkes Wine in Sparta, NJ. Randy Burke (pictured right) has been a loyal supporter of Pedroncelli wines for over 30 years.  Trends come and trends go, but customers like this are worth their weight in gold.

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9.15.2017- Join us today 4-7pm at Burkes Wine in Sparta NJ We will be tasting wines from Pedroncelli Winery with Richard Morehouse. He will be tasting great wine and telling stories of the Pedroncelli’s 90 year history in Sonomas Dry Creek.


9.14.2017- What a show yesterday! We had four busy hours at our tables. Thank you to all those who stopped by and tasted with us.


9.13.2017- Fedway Fall Tasting! Here we go… Let the action begin!

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9.12.2017-  2014 Pedroncelli Three Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon.  What a value this wine continues to be! Where else can you find  certified sustainable,  hand harvested, barrel fermented Cab from estate vineyards for about $20 (often less)? This value in only possible because the Pedroncelli’s have been farming their land since 1927. This wine makes a killer btg for on premise accounts looking to feature a wine not plastered everywhere and deeply discounted. Exclusively in NJ from Fedway Associates. 201_3v


9.12.2017- Fedway’s annual fall tasting is tomorrow September 13 and will again be held at The Venetian in Garfield NJ.  We will be pouring wines from Pedroncelli Winery and Goldschmidt Vineyards. Pedroncelli’s Richard Morehouse will be on hand for the event. Stop by, say hello to Richard and wish Pedroncelli a happy 90th anniversary!

We have received several inquiries, but sorry… this event is trade only!


9.11.2017 2015 Domaine Cheysson Chiroubles 90 Wine Enthusiast

From one of the leading estates in this cru appellation, the wine is structured and firm and likely to age well. With black cherry and red-currant fruits it is crisp although with its solid texture it should broaden out. Drink this wine from 2018.

Never had Cru Beaujolais? Try Something New!

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Available in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines Contact us to sample and for pricing.

 

9.8.2017- Chronic Cellars Purple Paradise… Tasty red blend from Paso Robles at a great price! Available in NJ from Opici Family Distributing.pp

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9.7.2017- Great Article from Tasting Panel magazine bout our pal Nick! They say a picture is worth a thousand words… well get a load of this!  nick_pictp_p2


9.6.2017- Great Press for two of our Favorite wines From rock star winemaker Nick Goldschmidt!Untitled

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9.5.2017- Fedway’s annual fall tasting is September 13 and will again be held at The Venetian in Garfield NJ.  We will be pouring wines from Pedroncelli Winery and Goldschmidt Vineyards. Pedroncelli’s Richard Morehouse will be on hand for the event. Stop by, say hello to Richard and wish Pedroncelli a happy 90th anniversary!

We have received several inquiries, but sorry… this event is trade only!


9.1.2017-  Merlot has taken a real beating over the last decade or so… some deserved some not, but Chelsea Goldschmidt always delivers! 100% varietal, 100% single vineyard, 100% Nick Goldschmidt! This wine can easily fool your Cab loving friends particularity those who turn their nose up at Merlot.  Our Merlot Challenge… brown bag this wine and watch the reactions to this great wine when peoples bias to Merlot is erased. We love it and think you will too! 2015chelsea   Available in NJ from Fedway Associates


8.31.2017- September 9th at Jersey City Wine Fest – https://www.jcwinefest.com/, where we will be pouring  a section from Jamieson Ranch, Chronic Cellars and Goldschmidt vineyards. This is a huge event with 2,000+ attendees expected. Not sure where our table will be yet, but will post to social media at the event.  Check us on twitter and Instagram @theproperwines.


8.30.2017- Join us Sunday September 10th at Waterwheel Farms 146 Fredon-Marksboro Road, Newton, NJ as we pour wines for Burkes Wine & Spirits 33rd annual Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice Tasting. We will be featuring wines from Pedroncelli Winery, Goldschmidt Vineyards and Jamieson Ranch Vineyards. There will be dozens of other wine, spirits and beer tables, food, live entertainment and auctions. It’s always a fun day on the farm for a great charity!  To purchase tickets: http://www.karenannquinlanhospice.org/events/33rd-annual-wine-cheese-festival/


8.29.2017- 2016 Boulder Bank Sauvignon Blanc Fitzroy Vineyard Light and lively, with a mouthful of crisp, vibrant Meyer lemon and grapefruit flavors. Shows good intensity on the finish. Drink now. 88pts Wine Spectator

What makes this wine special? Its a rare single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. Most of the popular cookie cutter NZ SB’s huge quantities from very large vineyards and sourced fruit. Boulder Bank is only a 1,765 production from a very unique singe vineyard.  One of only five vineyards in the world below sea level and the only vineyard in the world grown in high salinity soil. Definitely not your run of the mill SB! Real wine is made in the vineyard not in a lab at a tank farm! Available in NJ from Fedway Associates.

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8.28.2017- Whiplash Red A great value red! “Concentrated flavors and a richly tannic texture make this dry wine more sophisticated and interesting than many other red blends. It combines cranberry, black cherry and cinnamon notes for a mouth filling and harmonious impression.” 90 Best Buy” Wine Enthusiast Available in NJ from Opici Family Distributing.

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8.25.2017- Reata Chardonnay 90pts Wine Enthusiast! This tasty Sonoma Coast fantastic Chardonnay is loaded with personality and charm. Few sub $20 Chardonnays can deliver what this wine does! Available in NJ exclusively through Opici Family Distributing.  Contact us to locate this at retail and in restaurants.

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8.24.2017- 2015 Presidial Bordeaux Jean-Luc Thunevin Extraordinary Vintage of this Bordeaux! The 2015 vintage of this perennial favorite Bordeaux has arrived. We couldn’t wait to pour it into our glass and there’s no doubt that you’ll want some too. Extraordinary! Superb! Don’t Miss it! That’s what the long awaited for 2015 Bordeaux vintage has been called.  A blend of 80% Merlot with the remainder split evenly between Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, Presidial is simply delicious. You all know who Jean Luc Thunevin is, don’t you? You could say that he started the whole “garage” movement back in 1989.  Avail in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines. Contact us to sample and for pricing.

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8.23.2017- Check out this video from James Melendez talking about 2016 Pedroncelli Sauvignon Blanc. We love this wine for it’s truly American style and think you’ll agree, its an amazing value! Avail in NJ from Fedway Associates

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8.22.2017-  2017 Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc arriving soon! This wine has seen amazing growth over the last few years. So much so that for the last two years, we have sold out well ahead of the September 2017 release, but fear not… the new vintage is on the way!

Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc is a single- vineyard wine produced from the 19 acre Wax Eye Vineyard on Hawksbury Road in the Brancott. This area produces the classic, cool climate style. The glacial soils offer the vines good water retention which promotes flavor development. Machine harvested at 2:00 am for maximum cold temperatures, immediately pressed and inoculated. 100% stainless steel cold fermented. Aged on the lees for 3 months to accentuate creaminess.

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8.21.2017- More great Press! This time for our very tasty Muscadet!

 2016 Gadais Père et Fils Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine). This is a finely textured wine, shining with the granite soil of the vineyard. Its acidity and crisp apple flavors are still young, still tight. Give this delicious wine until late 2017 to drink. Editors’ Choice. —R.V. abv: 12%  Avail in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines Contact us to sample.
 
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7.18.2017- New Press for our favorite Vouvray!
Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau 2015 Cuvée Silex (Vouvray). Produced from organic grapes, the wine is beautiful and honey touched. Its acidity keeps crispness while the fruit shines with lemon and creamed-apple flavors. Drink from 2018.  —R.V. abv: 12.5% Avail in NJ from Cynthia Hurley French Wines.

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8.17.2017- Chateau Puy Galland is one of our favorite “Bordeaux for Tonight” reds. This classy Bordeaux with flesh, richness and black cherry flavors is made by Bernard Labatut  – a winemaker whose livelihood actually depends upon making a knockout wine. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon this Right Bank Bordeaux is easily within reach for enjoyment tonight. Don’t delay, the 2014 vintage in Bordeaux produced very good wines.

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8.16.2017- 2015 Katherine Goldschmidt 94 Los Angeles International Wine Competition
More Great Press for Katherine Goldschmidt! This fantastic bargain Cab continues to over deliver for the price. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 100% Single Vineyard  Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. GV_kate


8.12.2017- Pedroncelli Sauvignon Blanc 89 Wine Spectator!ped_sb89


8.7.2017-  2016 Domaine Hautes Cances Rose Cairanne became a Cru Village in 2016, the new communal appellation is reserved for red or white wines, so that this rosé remains in Côtes du Rhône Villages. However, it has been raised to an enviable position, awarding it the first favorite of a Villages in rosé.
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8.4.2017-  If Pedroncelli celebrating their 90th Anniversary wasn’t exciting enough, their vineyards have just been certified sustainable by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA)
Read about the full details here: http://www.pedroncelli.com/vino-in-my-dino/

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8.1.2017- Domaine J Laurens Cremant Decanter World Wine Awards Great bubbles so affordable, you can pop a cork everyday with no guilt! Avail in NJ through Cynthia Hurley. Contact us to samplelaurens_decanter


7.27.2017- Not every Rose has to be serious… Here’s a fun one from Chronic Cellars. Bright Juicy and loaded with fruit.  Grenache Syrah blend from Paso Robles. Avail in NJ through Opici Family Distributing.

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7.25.2017-  NEW! Domaine Clos Lumieres 3L Bag-in-Box! What makes this special?
1. The grapes are Domaine Grown
2. Small production bagged on demand for fresher wines
3. The best highest gauge bags, offering optimal flavor retention and longer shelf life.
4. Cost per oz offers solid quality French wine at California boxed wine prices!

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7.24.2017 Domaine de Mourchon Tradition Seguret 90pts Wine Spectator Wine of the Day! Seriously delicious village Cotes du Rhone with a long life ahead! A great value for the cellar!

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7.17.2017- Doamin Testut 1er Cru Chablis Avail in NJ via Cynthia Hurley Wines. testut


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7.7.2017 Chronic Cellars wines press a plenty!

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7.5.2017 We are getting down to the end of the vintage on 2014 Double lariat Cabernet. Avail in NJ. Don’t miss this “…sleeper of the vintage.” Available exclusively through Opici Family Distributing

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7.4.2017 Celebrating the 4th of July with an American Original 2016 Pedroncelli Dry Rose of Zinfandel. The Pedroncelli’s were the first to make “White Zin”, but their style was dry with deeper flavors and not the sugary sweet White Zin we have come to know today.  If you love Rose, don’t overlook this one!

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7.1.2017 We are happy to welcome a temporary addition to the Proper Wines portfolio. Winery Exchange. In addition to Jamieson Ranch, we are now working with Chronic Cellars and Echelon Vineyards. Chronic has a slew of solid press. While they wont be with us for very long… we look forward to showing these wines in the market.  Available in NJ exclusively through Opici Family Distributing.

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6.15.2017 Charity Tasting for USA Wine Traders to benefit St Joseph Children’s Hospital Wayne NJ

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6.11.2017- 2015 Singing tree Chardonnay Now Available! We defy you to find a better value Russian River Chardonnay that is 100% Chardonnay, Single Vineyard and 100% French Oak.  What makes this wine so special? It is the only pre phylloxera  Chardonnay vineyard in California. How? The soil type is resistant. 2015ST.jpg


6.9.2016 Whiplash Red 90pts Wine Enthusiast! This is a fantastic red blend value! Available in NJ from Opici  Family Distributing

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6.9.2017- More Goldschmidt Press! This time for 2015 Katherine Cabernet
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                           6.7.2017 New Press for 2015 Chelsea Goldschmidt Merlot!
Available in NJ through Fedway Associates

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6.2.2107- Today we had Nick presenting to the Fedway Associates Lauber sales team. He blinded them with science!  Great presentation! Great wines! Lets take that message to the trade…

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5.25.2017- Nick Goldschmidt arrives next week for a NJ market visit! We will have our friend Nick in NJ for a few days starting Thursday May 31. We will be out seeing accounts and topping the day off with a dinner at Steve & Cookies in Margate. Friday brings us to Basking Ridge for a sales meeting with Fedway Associates followed by a tasting  event that evening at Burkes Wine & Liquor in Sparta (a few seats still available call for details (973.726.0125 ). Saturday we will be at Wine & Spirit World in Hohokus for an instore tasting (201.444.2033). Catch him of you can!

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5.22.2017- Great Press Democrat article from 2015 on Pedroncelli and bargain wines under $20. Pedroncelli is celebrating its 90th anniversary!  90 years of family owned bargains in the Dry Creek!

 

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5.19.2017 Wow! that was quick!
Our allocation of 2016 Routas Rose has sold out!!!
Thank you for the tremendous support for this fantastic wine!

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5.17.2017 New Press for 2016 Chateau Routas Rose! 93 from James Suckling. It’s not often that a Rose receives such a high accolade. This wine will surely sell out quickly. Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Email us at theproperwines@gmail.com for info.

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5.16.2017 Fedway Associates Lauber Grand Annual Tasting at Mayfair Farms West Orange NJ. We always have one of the busiest tables at these events. People are clamoring to taste Nick Goldschmidt’s wines!

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5.5.2017- We poured Jamieson Ranch Vineyards wines at Super Saver Somerville’s annual Bridgewater NJ PBA tasting.
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New Press for Pedroncelli! 

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May 4 2017- We are excited for the upcoming NJ market visit of our good friend winemaker Nick Goldschmidt! Nick will be in NJ May 31 – June 3. We have many excited events planned and will also be doing extensive market work. If you are an on or off premise account and would like to meet and taste with Nick, or if you are press and would like an interview, please contact us at: theproperwines@gmail.com

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This just in…
New press 2014 Domaine Pignan Chateauneuff du Pape
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We we among a lucky few who attended the uncorking of this magnificent 6L bottle of 1992 Cabernet Franc from legendary Chinon producer Couly Dutheil.  What a fantastic experience! Not knowing what to expect from a 25 year old Cabernet Franc, we were all very impressed by the quality and longevity of this wine.  We still have a few of these left if you want one for your own. Available exclusively through Cynthia Hurley Wines. Contact for info and pricing.

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New Press for 2015 Fidelity Meritage from North Coast Wine Challenge. This is a fantastic value for retail, but is simply a knockout for a btg pour! Available in NJ exclusively through Fedway Associates. Contact us to sample.

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April 10- Dual 90 point reviews for our two Great New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs from Nick Goldschmidt:

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2017 Marks Pedroncelli’s 90th Anniversary
Still family owned and operated in the Dry Creek!

To mark this special anniversary, Jim Pedroncelli is being honored at the 3rd Annual sponsored by Sonoma County Vintners. This honor is for those who have left an indelible stamp on Sonoma County winegrowing. To mark the honor, Pedroncelli has a very special one off  small lot for their Barrel Auction. See Julie’s press release below:

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April 2017- Ever wonder what a Jeroboam looks like compared to a 750ml bottle? Well wonder no more! These very limited bottles are shipped directly from the winery where they have been impeccably stored in their cellars.  This beauty is a 1992 Couly Dutheil Baronnie Madeleine Cabernet Franc. We are lucky enough to have sold this, but even luckier to have been invited to its uncorking later this month. I look forward to sharing my review.

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A limited number of these bottles are available contact us for details.

New Press for the legendary Pierre Gaillard!

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Available in NJ exclusively through Cynthia Hurley Wines contact us for details.

Friday March 31 2017- We conducted two great Pedroncelli seminars for the Fedway Associates Gateway North & South sales teams. The wines always show so well and are deserving of your attention!  Buy Pedroncelli and say no to corporate wine!

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2015 Guintrandy Côtes du Rhône Villages-Visan 

Fantastic Organic CdR with miniscule yields from 80 year old vines!

93 points “Highly Recommended” – Decanter “Cuilleras is the sixth generation to tend this organic estate. Old Vines, low yields, hand harvesting and no destemming contribute to a complex, structured and succulent expression of this underrated commune in the north of the region. 93. Drink 2017-2021.”- Matt Walls, Decanter

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More Press for 2014 Katherine Goldschmidt

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Great mention for Katherine Goldschmidt!
July 2016 Tasting Panel Fred Dame, MS
“A superb example by Nick Goldschmidt”

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2015 Domaine Cheysson Chiroubles  

Our wonderful Beaujolais from Cynthia Hurley has just received a nice write up in The Boston Globe !

Ellen Bhang, Globe Correspondent, features Domaine Cheysson Chiroubles 2015 in her Sunday’s Boston Globe article and selects it as her “go-to pour.” 
 
Jean-Pierre Large is the Beaujolais Cru master behind this exceptional (and perennially popular) Domaine Cheysson Chiroubles, which we have imported for more than 15 years. Jean-Pierre Large’s motto is “Fruit, glorious fruit” and this wine bursts with vibrantly fresh, juicy fruit and a finish with finesse. 

 
Click here to read entire article:
http://www.bostonglobe.com/lifestyle/food-dining/2017/03/23/french-red-that-first-vanish-from-cellar/uRUuUJAkdvCCXQmJnvQn0K/story.html?s_campaign=8315


New Press for Katherine Goldschmidt!

The Press Democrat March 15th article on Cult Cab Substitutes named 2014 Katherine Goldschmidt one of its top picks, calling it  “…remarkable at this pricepoint” and “…a steal”. Get it while you can as we are down to the end of the vintage.

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Perennial favorite Chateau Routas Provence Rose Now in Stock! Considered to be one of the top Rose producers in Provence, Chateau Routas is an estate grown and bottled Rose offering impressive quality and value.  The winemaker for Routas; Jean Lous Bavay, is the former winemaker of Domaine Ott, which sells for more than twice the price of  Chateau Routas. Why pay more? 

2016 Chateau Routas Rose available exclusively through Fedway Associates

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Our 2016 Rose from Cynthia Hurley Have arrived!

These amazing wines are not from large cooperatives, they are small production family owned wines from the best vineyards! Contact us for pricing details or to sample. Family plan discounts available. hurley_rose.jpg

 

 


We’ve just received amazing news….

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2015 Chelsea Goldschmidt Merlot will be the Merlot by the glass pour this season at Pine Valley Golf Club! For those who don’t know, Pine Valley was just named the best golf course in the USA!  How was it selected? In a blind tasting beating out all other Merlot! We have always loved this wine and are thrilled at this major validation. We congratulate Nick Goldschmidt for this amazing honor. Now the really good news is you don’t have to be a member of an exclusive golf club to taste this amazing wine. Ask your local retailer or contact us and we’ll help you find it.

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Pedroncelli Winery 
1927-2017
90 years in the Dry Creek 

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From the oldest Cabernet vineyard in the Dry Creek

Wisdom Longevity instills it in each generation. Sensing the right varietal and aspect of the vines is borne of a lifetime tilling the soil. Discerning and experienced hands craft the wine from vine to barrel to bottle and when these elements come together it is called Wisdom. A tribute to John Pedroncelli.

Vineyard Background Located 2 miles west of the winery, we purchased the property in the 1960s. Comprised of 5 acres on the west slope of the Dry Creek Valley along West Dry Creek Road. Planted to Cabernet Sauvignon since 1965, a recent replanting included the addition of Malbec.  50 years of growing Cabernet on in this soil, in this microclimate brings unparalleled Wisdom. The Wine 2012 was an ideal growing season with mild temperatures and opportune warming trends to ripen grapes to full maturity. Yields and fruit quality were exceptional.

2012 marks the inaugural vintage of this wonderful Estate Cabernet. Full bodied Cabernet Sauvignon with aromas of black plum, warm spice and currants. The rich flavors of ripe plum, berry and black pepper are woven with mellow tannins and great acidity. Like all wines from Pedroncelli, this is a remarkable value!
92 POINTS Anthony Dias Blue, The Tasting Panel, 2016

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