K&L Top Value Selections: Luxurious Wines at Everyday Prices

Not-to-Be-Missed Options from the US, Champagne, Bordeaux, and more... Monday Oct 25th, 2021 [View in Browser]( [KL-emailheader.gif]( Top Value Selections: Over-Delivering Gems from Around the World All In Stock: Boundless Bordeaux, Varietal Values from Pinot, Chardonnay, and Cabernet, Everyday Champagne, Incontestable Imports, Superlative Spirits --------------------------------------------------------------- Whether you're stocking up for the holidays, looking for that next over-performing cellar contender, or want to always have a bottle on hand that will impress at any meal, these are the selections for you. Many of these wines are at the core of our fine wine program—carefully curated selections that deliver at the level of their much more expensive peers. Nothing you'll see here is over $40 (at K&L at least...), meaning it will never be too difficult to pull a cork or two. These are the wines that always have us coming back for more, and we hope you'll feel the same way. [Sta. Rita Hills] High Upside Bordeaux Bargains Bordeaux seems to effortlessly exist in both the high-end collectible and everyday value range. Today's selections show the depth at which you can find compelling options in the latter category. K&L-favorite Puygueraud leads the list with a 2015 that shows the accessible and complex side of the vintage. We're also huge fans of the 2012 Alcée from a vintage that is flat-out charming and accessible in all the best ways. Vintage Item Name Score Retail Link 2015 Puygueraud, Côtes de Francs 94 $18.99 [View]( 2012 Alcée, Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux Rouge 91 $19.99 [View]( 2018 La Tour de By, Médoc 91 $19.99 [View]( 1996 Peyrabon, Haut-Médoc $24.99 [View]( 2009 Coufran, Haut-Médoc 92 $24.99 [View]( 2016 Vieux Château Palon, Montagne-St-Emilion 92 $26.99 [View]( 2010 d'Aiguilhe, Côtes de Castillon 93 $39.99 [View]( Legit Cali Cabs to Keep on Hand Having a few bottles (or cases) of irresistible Cali Cab on hand will be an asset to any wine lover in the next few months. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing option to share with family or friends, or need a go-to bottle to warm up the cold evenings, Cabernet will hit the spot. A handful of these selections celebrate the triumphant 2018 vintage in California, including Marietta's "Armé" and Buehler's classic "Estate" bottling. One-time discounts from Judd's Hill, Hawk and Horse, and Vultour are sure to impress. Vintage Item Name Score Retail Link 2018 Martin Ray Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 93 $19.95 [View]( 2014 Hawk and Horse Red Hills-Lake County Cabernet Sauvignon (Previously $80) 93 $19.99 [View]( 2018 Marietta "Armé" North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon 94 $22.95 [View]( 2018 Buehler "Estate" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Elsewhere $45) 94 $29.95 [View]( 2016 Judd's Hill Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Elsewhere $60) 92 $29.99 [View]( 2018 Vultour "Reserve" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Previously $115) $34.95 [View]( 2018 Cardano "1913" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Elsewhere $50+) 92 $39.95 [View]( 2019 Sinegal "Details" Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 95 $39.95 [View]( Brilliant Value Champagne to Rival the Big Names At the core of our Champagne program, you will find one selection after another that is a giant killer—a wine that will easily outperform the same old shelf fillers you'll find elsewhere for $50 and up. To do so at about half the price is what makes these wines some of the most versatile and rewarding opportunities among all our varied selections. Gilbert Jacquesson's "Cuvée Tradition" is just silly-good for under $25, while direct-import favorites Alexandre Le Brun and A.D. Coutelas find admirers even among the most dedicated Champagne drinkers. Item Name Retail Link Gilbert Jacquesson "Cuvée Tradition" Blanc de Noirs Brut Champagne $24.99 [View]( 2014 Louise Brison Brut Champagne $34.99 [View]( Damien Hugot Grand Cru Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne $34.99 [View]( Jean Lallement Brut Champagne (Previously $50) $34.99 [View]( Alexandre Le Brun "Tradition" Brut Champagne $34.99 [View]( A.D. Coutelas "Cuvée Louis Victor" Brut Champagne $34.99 [View]( Refined and Rewarding Expressions of Chardonnay For many enthusiasts, the white wine conversation starts and ends with Chardonnay. But with the immense range expressed by the varietal, it is easy to get lost in one bottle after another without experiencing the same thing. Leading off is a new wine from Jean-Marc Lafage and Eric Solomon: the 94-point La Colline Aux Fossiles. At under $16, it is destined to be an instant bestseller. Such is already the case with the 2016 Ram's Gate "Durell Vineyard" Chardonnay. And it is amazing to see a name like Mayacamas on this list. It is as good as ever, exceptionally refined, and usually sells at a much higher rate. Vintage Item Name Score Retail Link 2019 La Colline Aux Fossiles Chardonnay Vin de France 94 $15.99 [View]( 2016 Ram's Gate "Durell Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Chardonnay (Previously $70) Price: Hidden [View]( 2016 Eric Kent "Luke's Grove" Russian River Valley Chardonnay (Previously $42) Price: Hidden [View]( 2018 Scar of the Sea "Rancho Tepusquet" Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay (Previously $40) 95 $29.99 [View]( 2017 Mayacamas Mount Veeder Chardonnay (Elsewhere $50+) 95 $39.99 [View]( 2018 La Chablisiènne Chablis 1er Cru "Vaulorent" 94 $39.99 [View]( 2018 Peake Ranch Santa Barbara County Chardonnay 94 $39.99 [View]( Top Picks from Italy, Rhône, and Spain It's nearly impossible to distill the best of these regions in one place, but we certainly have a few favorites in stock right now that are hard to resist. In Italy, the tremendous 2016 vintage shows us its remarkable quality in Lunadoro's "Pagliareto" Vino Nobile and a Super Tuscan from Collazzi. Speaking of great vintages, Coudoulet de Beaucastel's 2019 is once again a best buy in the category and speaks loudly to the pedigree of the top wines from the estate. And Valderiz's Ribera del Duero is among the finest reviewed by Wine Spectator, not a small feat considering its sub-$30 price. Vintage Item Name Score Retail Link 2016 Lunadoro "Pagliareto" Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 94 $17.99 [View]( 2017 La Massa "La Massa" Toscana 93 $19.99 [View]( 2011 Bodegas Olarra "Laztana" Gran Reserva Rioja 95 $19.99 [View]( Clos des Papes "Le Petit Vin d'Avril" Red Blend Vin de France $23.99 [View]( 2011 Beronia Gran Reserva Rioja 93 $27.99 [View]( 2019 Coudoulet de Beaucastel Côtes-du-Rhône 92 $27.99 [View]( 2016 Collazzi Toscana Rosso (Elsewhere $40) 95 $29.99 [View]( 2017 Valderiz Ribera del Duero 94 $29.99 [View]( Inimitable Pinot Noir: Singular Expressions From delicate to robust, Pinot Noir is full of nuance and character that keeps folks coming back again and again. The bottles you see here exemplify this incredible range and rival some cult-caliber releases from their respective regions for a much sharper price. The last in a series of bestsellers from ...And... Wine Company is now available, and the 2014 is another beautifully drinking gem that shows how well Oregon Pinot evolves after a few years. Highly rated expressions from Byron are also not to be missed, as they make the most out of some of California's best vineyards. Vintage Item Name Score Retail Link 2014 ...And... Wine Co. Yamhill-Carlton District Pinot Noir (Elsewhere $60) 92 $24.95 [View]( 2017 Marimar Estate "La Masía - Don Miguel Vineyard" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir (Elsewhere $55) 95 $29.95 [View]( 2018 Thomas Fogarty Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir (Elsewhere $38) 95 $29.95 [View]( 2017 Byron "Rita's Crown Vineyard" Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir (Previously $65) 95 $34.95 [View]( 2016 Byron "Radian Vineyard" Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir (Previously $65) 94 $34.95 [View]( 2018 Fromm "Cuvée H" Pinot Noir Marlborough 95 $34.99 [View]( Spirits Selections: Hand-Crafted Bargains While single-barrel collectibles are at the core of our Spirits program, the foundation of affordable bottles is just as important to us. Every bottle we put on the shelf is carefully considered, and it shows with the kind of depth and diversity you'll find for under $40 at K&L. From Mezcal to Gin to Scotch to Calvados, every one of our selections is put on our shelves because it represents a next-level experience in the category. And just in case, we also have a single-barrel collectible from Smooth Ambler to round out the list. Item Name Retail Link Rittenhouse Bottled in Bond 100 Proof Rye Whiskey (750ml) $23.99 [View]( Elijah Craig "Small Batch" Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) $24.99 [View]( Koch El Mezcal (Pedro Hernandez) Espadin San Baltazar Guelavila Artesenal Mezcal (750ml) (Elsewhere $45) Price: Hidden [View]( High West "American Prairie" Kentucky-Indiana Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) $31.99 [View]( Auchentoshan "Bartender's Malt Edition 1" Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) $32.99 [View]( Four Pillars "Faultline" K&L Exclusive Australian Gin (750ml) $34.99 [View]( Domaine Hubert "K&L Exclusive" Pays d'Auge Vieux Calvados (750ml) $34.99 [View]( Leopold Bros. 5 Year Old Bottled In Bond Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) $37.99 [View]( Smooth Ambler 5 Year Old "Old Scout" K&L Exclusive Barrel #24295 Indiana Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) $39.99 [View]( Robust Reds: Zinfandel and Syrah While Joseph Swan's "Great Oak Vineyard" Syrah (cool and aromatic) and K Vinter's "Motor City Kitty" (deep and rich) almost feel like they're made from a different varietal, they are just different sides of the same coin. And in many ways, they are expectation shattering in the way that we love to see from our best values. For those that love balanced and delicious Zinfandel, there may not be many better choices than the high-scoring options from Ridge Vineyards and Marietta. Vintage Item Name Score Retail Link 2019 Marietta "Román" North Coast Zinfandel 95 $19.95 [View]( 2017 K Vintners "The Deal - Sundance Vineyard" Wahluke Slope Syrah 94 $29.95 [View]( 2019 Ridge Vineyards "East Bench" Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel 95 $29.95 [View]( 2017 Skylark "Rodgers Creek Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Syrah 93 $29.95 [View]( 2012 Joseph Swan "Great Oak Vineyard" Russian River Valley Syrah (Elsewhere $40) 93 $29.99 [View]( 2018 K Vintners "Motor City Kitty - Boushey Vineyard" Yakima Valley Syrah 98 $34.95 [View]( Beyond Chardonnay: Refreshing and Dynamic White Wines Sauvignon Blanc steals the show here, whether it is blended with a bit of Sémillon (2019 de France, 2020 Giraud "G") or just a single-varietal, straight-up stunner (Mt. Beautiful "12 Barrels," Auntsfield "Single Vineyard"). That said, we also have you covered with a depth of high-flying examples of Rhône varietals (Bonny Doon "Le Cigare Blanc Reserve"), Northern Italian-inspired blends (Massican "Annia"), and a spot-on rendition of Albariño (La Caña). One after another, these options will undoubtedly be great assets for anybody looking for a refreshing and compelling bottle to keep on hand. Vintage Item Name Score Retail Link 2020 La Caña Albariño Rías Baixas 92 $15.99 [View]( 2018 Mt. Beautiful "12 Barrels" Sauvignon Blanc North Canterbury (Elsewhere $28) 93 $17.99 [View]( 2020 Château Guiraud "G" Bordeaux Blanc Sec 92 $17.99 [View]( 2016 Bonny Doon "Le Cigare Blanc Reserve - Beeswax Vineyard" Arroyo Seco White Rhône Blend (Elsewhere $40) $19.95 [View]( 2020 Auntsfield Estate "Single Vineyard" Sauvignon Blanc Southern Valleys Marlborough 93 $19.99 [View]( 2018 Avennia "Oliane" Yakima Valley Sauvignon Blanc (Elsewhere $28) 93 $19.99 [View]( 2020 Massican "Annia" Napa Valley White Blend 96 $29.95 [View]( 2019 de France Blanc, Pessac-Léognan 93 $29.99 [View]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [New Feed]( [Auction]( [Local]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [On the Trail (K&L Blog)]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [BORDEAUX]( | [NAPA]( | [BURGUNDY]( | [CHAMPAGNE]( | [ITALY]( | [RHÔNE]( | [SPIRITS]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [My Account]( | [Wine Clubs]( | [Events]( |[Gift Cards]( | [Accessories]( | [Delivery]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Missed an offer? 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