January 2025 Manager picks

Joel Gott Sauvignon Blanc (Ca) has aromas of white peach, honeydew melon, guava and passionfruit with citrus notes. On the palate, the wine opens with tropical fruit flavors followed by crisp, refreshing acidity on the mid-palate and notes of tangerine and grapefruit on the long, clean balanced finish. $16.99

Thirsty owl Pinot Gris (NY Finger Lakes Region) Pristinely fresh apple and pears are cutting and crisp in this dry Pinot Gris. Texturally, it’s luscious and expansive, yet maintains a keen balance of acidity as well as a crisp mineral finish. $14.99

Leese-Fitch Cab Sauv (Ca) This Cabernet blend exudes deep blackberry notes with toffee, dark cherry, Dutch cocoa, tea leaf, and fig compote. On the finish, there are rich tannins, caramel oak notes, toasted coconut, and black raspberry with mouthwatering acidity. $11.99

Block Nine Pinot Noir (Ca) Beautifully long and rich in ripe cherry and berry flavors. The aromas exhibit generous bright fruit with a mix of strawberry, violets, plum, tea, and a hint of clove. Flavorful and silky in the mouth with good body, this wine is seductive showing wild cherries and a hint of sandalwood to complete its complex finish. $13.99