{"title":"Somm Secret Menu","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou've unlocked the Somm Secret Menu. A rotating selection of food-friendly wines chosen by our sommeliers. From weeknight staples to cellar-worthy discoveries, these are bottles built for the table.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-explore-4-may-2026","title":"The Explore 4:  Piedmont, Beyond Nebbiolo","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Explore 4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Nebbiolo dominates the conversation, Piedmont offers a deep bench of compelling varieties. From Barbera, which has long been the local backbone, to Timorasso, resurrected from near extinction to cult status, there are native grape varieties that anchor a dynamic market for distinctive, value-driven alternatives to Nebbiolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollection includes:\u003cbr\u003e2023 Ricci, Timorasso, Derthona Colli Tortonesi\u003cbr\u003e2021 Aresca, \"San Luigi\" Nizza DOCG\u003cbr\u003e2023 Mossio Fratelli 'Piano delli Perdoni' Dolcetto d'Alba\u003cbr\u003e2024 Franesco Rinaldi, Gavi, DOCG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore 4 is for the curious connoisseur and the adventurous novice alike. Whether it’s an in-depth examination of a particular region, grape variety, or concept, each four-bottle shipment is its own unique adventure—and each shipment comes with an expertly prepared info packet describing the theme and the wines in rich detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does it mean to “Drink Like a Somm?” It’s about the enhanced enjoyment that comes with deeper understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43384594432054,"sku":"SOMM2605-EXPLORE4-750","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/E4Images_26.png?v=1778170509"},{"product_id":"2022-jacques-girardin-santenay-clos-rousseau-1er-crusomm2603-jgrd22sntrs-750","title":"2022 Jacques Girardin, Santenay “Clos Rousseau” 1er Cru","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDomaine Jacques Girardin sits at the fiery southern tip of the Côte de Beaune, where Santenay’s iron-rich slopes deliver Pinot Noir with backbone and soul. A family affair since the 1500s but domaine-bottling only since ’78, Jacques and Valérie—now with son Justin—farm 17 hectares sustainably across Santenay 1ers, Savigny, and Chassagne, coaxing old vines through gentle extraction and precise oak. Clos Rousseau is their crown jewel: a rare 1er Cru monopole-like parcel on the Santenay-Maranges edge, where 45-year-old vines dig into limestone-marl for wines that marry Santenay’s rustic chew with unexpected finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe 2022 Clos Rousseau arrives in one of the Côte de Beaune’s most forgiving modern vintages—ripe fruit, sleek tannins, no green edges. Southeast-facing at mid-slope, it yields black cherry, rose, clove, and ferrous earth over vibrant acidity and fine-grained structure, all from destemmed berries, native ferments, and 15 months in barrel (just 20% new). This isn’t Santenay’s brooding brute; it’s layered, perfumed, and built to evolve—proof that the south can sing with the north when the hands are right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eRipe 2022 Santenay from 45-year-old vines: black cherry, spice, iron snap with silky tannins and no rusticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBenchmark southern Côte de Beaune 1er at half the Meursault price—elegant depth that overdelivers every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAgeworthy structure meets instant charm: generous fruit now, serious terroir for 10+ years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to serve it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCool it to 55–58°F in a Burgundy stem—let the perfume and mid-palate bloom without chilling the soul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDecant young bottles or give 45 minutes in glass; older ones pop and pour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eGrilled lamb chops, wild mushrooms, or aged Comté make it soar—its ferrous edge craves earth and smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44778144202806,"sku":"SOMM2603-JGRD22SNTRS-750","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022JacquesGirardin_Santenay_ClosRousseau_1erCru.png?v=1771973077"},{"product_id":"mystery-wine-pack-mixed-6","title":"Mystery Wine Pack- Mix 6","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sommelier’s Mystery Six-Pack — Mixed Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eReady to mix things up? This mystery six-pack combines reds, whites, and maybe even a rosé — each hand-picked by our Master Sommelier. Every bottle is chosen for its distinct personality and pure drinking pleasure, but you won’t know what’s inside until you open it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIt’s the perfect way to explore a range of styles and regions, from crisp and aromatic whites to layered, expressive reds. Whether you’re hosting, gifting, or stocking your fridge and cellar, this curated selection keeps the fun and flavor flowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOpen, taste, and reveal because the best wines are sometimes the ones you didn’t expect.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44921654706230,"sku":"SOMM-MYSTERYMIX6-750","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/WineMysteryPack2.png?v=1774095047"},{"product_id":"mystery-wine-pack-red-6","title":"Mystery Wine Pack- Red 6","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sommelier’s Mystery Six-Pack — Red Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eUnwrap the adventure with this limited-edition collection of six distinctive red wines, expertly chosen by our Master Sommelier. Each bottle has been selected for its depth, balance, and ability to impress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eInside, you’ll discover a range of styles and regions, from elegant old-world blends to bold, modern expressions. It’s a tasting journey that challenges your palate, sparks conversation, and reignites your curiosity for what’s in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePerfect for cellaring, sharing, or gifting, the Mystery Six-Pack transforms every bottle into a moment of discovery. Taste, compare, and reveal — the surprise is half the fun.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44921655361590,"sku":"SOMM-MYSTERYRED6-750","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/WineMysteryPack2.png?v=1774095047"},{"product_id":"2024-domaine-jean-esprit-crozes-hermitagesomm2603-dje24che-750","title":"2024 Domaine Jean Esprit Crozes-Hermitage","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDomaine Jean Esprit has farmed the same patch of land in Crozes‑Hermitage since 1909, long before the appellation even existed. A bio-diversified farm organically growing Syrah, Marsanne, Roussanne, cherries, apricots, and barley (destined partly for the local brewery). Over the decades, the family became a quiet power behind the scenes, selling their organic Syrah to famous neighbors like Alain Graillot and Laurent Combier, whose cuvées went on to earn global acclaim; it wasn’t until the fifth‑generation son Jean took over about a decade ago that the family decided to stop playing bit part and finally put their own name on the bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eJean studied enology in Beaune, worked in New Zealand and the south of France, then returned home in 2017 determined to elevate the domaine, rebuilding the winery as a gravity‑fed facility dug into the family’s main courtyard with the vineyards wrapped around it. The 2024 Crozes‑Hermitage comes from a hillside parcel just behind his home, 15‑year‑old vines on a clay‑limestone terrace that gives the wine a surprising lift and grace for the village, fermented in stainless steel and aged in concrete to emphasize purity, transparency, and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy you’ll love it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIt’s a textbook Crozes‑Hermitage with textbook pricing, offering spicy, juicy Syrah that reads like a cross between Saint‑Joseph restraint and Cornas swagger, but without the celebrity price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe fruit once helped build some of the region’s most celebrated cuvées, and now a small portion of it is bottled under the Esprit name, marking a rare, pedigree‑driven value before the rest of the world figures it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIt’s a wine that’s built to be enjoyed now—bright berry fruit, violet and lavender lift, and a whisper of hung meat and white pepper—but with a fine‑grained tannic frame and acidity that promise real medium‑term upside in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to serve it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOpen it for a generous decant, or give it at least 20 minutes in the glass; the wine’s lift and precision come through best when the aromas of redcurrant, black raspberry, mulberry, and florals have time to unfurl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eServe it slightly below cellar temperature, around 60–62°F, so the juicy acidity and wispy tannins support the wine without the fleshiness turning heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePair it with rustic, meaty dishes—roast lamb shoulder, grilled sausages, or enjoy with a simple cheeseburger!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44936118304822,"sku":"SOMM2603-DJE24CHE-750","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2024DomaineJeanEspritCrozes-Hermitage.png?v=1772747722"},{"product_id":"2019-loacker-corte-pavone-brunello-di-montalcino-somm2603-lcp19bdm-750","title":"2019 Loacker Corte Pavone, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"mx-auto flex flex-col pointer-events-auto max-w-threadContentWidth gap-md md:gap-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-md md:mt-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col gap-md md:gap-lg w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"focus:outline-none\" id=\"radix-:r1e:-content-default\" aria-labelledby=\"radix-:r1e:-trigger-default\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-orientation=\"horizontal\" data-state=\"active\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col gap-y-md md:gap-y-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-lg flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\" id=\"markdown-content-119\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eLoacker’s Corte Pavone estate sits high on a windswept ridge west of Montalcino, where elevations around 450–500 meters give Brunello a cooler, more vertical profile than the town’s warmer southern slopes. Founded by the Loacker family (of Alto Adige fame and early organic\/biodynamic pioneers), the estate is farmed biodynamically and planted entirely to Sangiovese Grosso; over the years they’ve mapped the property into distinct parcels by soil, exposure, and altitude, some bottled as single “crus,” others forming the backbone of the classic Brunello di Montalcino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e2019 is a standout vintage that plays right into Corte Pavone’s strengths: luminous fruit, high natural acidity, and fine, architectural tannins shaped by patient, low-intervention cellar work. Expect native-yeast fermentations, careful extractions, and aging in large-format oak (with some smaller wood and alternative vessels in the broader range) aimed at transparency rather than makeup, yielding a Brunello that leans more toward red cherry, blood orange, floral spice, and earth than sheer weight or oak gloss—and built to age gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"why-youll-love-it\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHigh-elevation Brunello that trades heaviness for tension, clarity, and lifted aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBiodynamic pioneer estate where every choice favors purity of Sangiovese over polish and flash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e2019 vintage structure and balance promise serious mid- to long-term cellar payoff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-to-serve-it\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eHow to serve it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDecant 1–2 hours and serve between \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e60–64°F in large Bordeaux or tall Chianti-style stems\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePerfect pairing partner with \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e bistecca alla fiorentina, roasted lamb, or porcini-rich risotto.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44937476866102,"sku":"SOMM2603-LCP19BDM-750","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2019LoackerCortePavone_BrunellodiMontalcino.png?v=1772818897"},{"product_id":"2013-daniel-etienne-defaix-chablis-1er-cru-cote-de-lechetsomm2603-dfx13chlcht-750","title":"2013 Daniel-Etienne Defaix, Chablis 1er Cru “Cote de Lechet”","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA scion of one of Chablis’ oldest families, like Raveneau and Dauvissat, Daniel-Etienne Defaix is stubborn in the best way.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile most producers have modernized to expand and accelerate production, Defaix (a friend of the late legend Henri Jayer) clings to a tradition that has all but disappeared from Chablis. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt once was the rule, but he is now the lone exception.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHe does it because he can. Most of his costs were paid long ago by his ancestors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis model makes no financial sense; if he were a young upstart with little money or land, it would be impossible. After harvesting from his Premier Cru and Grand Cru vineyards, his wines ferment naturally with indigenous yeasts (a rarity in Chablis), then spend a ridiculous 10+ years aging in steel tanks on their lees before bottling. Nobody else in Chablis does this.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDefaix’s parcel in the Premier Cru “Côte de Léchet” vineyard (singular, because these vines are in the original east-facing core above Vaillons, on pure Portlandian limestone) farmed entirely by hand and fertilized with natural compost. The site is rich in Kimmeridgian clay and fossil oysters, delivering a racy, saline, flinty rendition of that chalky, pithy-citrus, oyster-shell profile that defines great Chablis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guy, and these wines, are absolute treasures that are cherished by somms, winemakers, and other wine folk in the know.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePure mineral expression:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is the clear, resonant voice of Chablis singing with a once-brassy tone that has softened, displaying that perfect synthesis of oyster shell, creamy lemon, drippy stone fruit, and marine complexity that only properly aged Premier Cru can deliver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfectly aged, mineral-drenched gem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Defaix has done the work for you, presenting this wine in its prime drinking condition. We’ve enjoyed a variety of Defaix whites from the late-1990s to the present, and almost always, spectacularly, they’ve possessed a beautiful synthesis of youth and maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemarkable value:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e At $65 per bottle on 6+ bottles, the price-to-quality ratio is simply unmatched not just in white Burgundy—but possibly all of fine white wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive it 15-20 minutes of air in a decanter to unfurl aromatically.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe cool (45-50°F), in Burgundy bowls.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDon’t play around. Grab two dozen oysters and people you love. Dover sole or scallops with beurre noisette would also make for a divine pairing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44989327441974,"sku":"SOMM2603-DFX13CHLCHT-750","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2013Daniel-EtienneDefaix_Chablis1erCru_CotedeLechet.png?v=1773428841"},{"product_id":"2016-cornerstone-benchlands-napa-valleysomm2603-cor16cab-750","title":"2016 Cornerstone Benchlands, Napa Valley","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCornerstone’s 2016 “Benchlands” is classic Napa Cabernet with a modern polish: dark, glossy fruit, serious structure, and just enough plushness to make the next sip inevitable. From prime benchland sites where the valley floor begins to rise toward the hills, this Cab captures the sweet spot between power and poise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe nose is all black plum, blackberry preserves, and cassis, wrapped in violets, lilac, and warm baking spice. On the palate, waves of dark fruit roll through layers of dark chocolate, licorice, cedar, clove, and a touch of tobacco, carried by ripe, fine‑grained tannins. The finish is long, spicy, and cocoa‑tinged, with that “just one more glass” feel that marks great Napa Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e2016 was an outstanding, classically proportioned Napa vintage, and it shows here in the combination of depth, freshness, and detail. This is a dream pairing for grilled ribeye, short ribs, or a truffled burger, and it has the stuffing to age gracefully while already delivering huge pleasure now.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45044848558134,"sku":"SOMM2603-COR16CAB-750","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2016CornerstoneBenchlands_NapaValley_c6375e8e-d0b4-4783-9ab7-07420b8a1087.png?v=1773792938"},{"product_id":"2024-ronchi-arneis-in-amphoris-langhe-biancosomm2603-rnch24arnamp-750","title":"2024 Ronchi, Arneis \"in Amphoris\" Langhe Bianco","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"@container isolate\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bg-base p-md @3xl:p-lg erp-sidecar:pt-0 erp-mobile-sidecar:pt-lg erp-mobile-sidecar:pb-[100px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mx-auto flex flex-col pointer-events-auto max-w-threadContentWidth gap-md md:gap-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col gap-md @3xl:gap-lg w-full pt-md @3xl:pt-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-state=\"active\" data-orientation=\"horizontal\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"radix-_r_i_-trigger-default\" id=\"radix-_r_i_-content-default\" class=\"focus:outline-none\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col @3xl:gap-y-lg gap-y-md\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-sm flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" id=\"markdown-content-23\" class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-renderer=\"lm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eRonchi di Cialdini, a small, family-driven estate in Piedmont’s Roero hills, takes Arneis to uncharted territory with this groundbreaking “in Amphoras” release. Winemaker Luca Fertino ferments and ages the 2024 vintage entirely in buried amphorae—ancient terracotta vessels that breathe like nothing else, imparting zero oak while amplifying Arneis’ inherent texture, minerality, and wild alpine purity. The result is a Langhe Bianco that feels both timeless and revolutionary: vibrant fruit meets profound soil signature in a wine that redefines what white Piedmont can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAmphora magic: subtle oxygen exchange yields creamy texture without any wood influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eRoero soul: crisp pear, citrus blossom, and wet river stone from high-altitude, sandy soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eTextural thrill: silken mouthfeel with electric acidity—complex yet crushable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOffbeat elegance: skin-contact whispers and savory depth make every sip evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaw scallops with finger lime, roast chicken with herbs de Provence, or creamy goat cheese with honeycomb. 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When Richard Fouquet took over in 1996, he shifted the estate away from selling fruit to houses like \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLaurent-Perrier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and instead put his attention toward estate bottling, narrowing in on their best sites. Today, the family farms about 8 hectares—primarily Grand Cru Chardonnay in Cramant, Chouilly, and Oiry—though only a small portion is reserved for their own wines. Old vines, careful organic farming, and low yields define the approach, all aimed at capturing the direct, mineral-driven character of the Côte des Blancs’ deep chalk soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003eThe 2020 “Prisme” Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs is drawn from a handful of these sites, including Les Bergeries in Cramant and parcels in Chouilly, each vinified separately before blending. Fermented in stainless steel without malolactic conversion and aged more than 40 months on its lees, it’s finished as an Extra Brut with minimal dosage. The result is a Chardonnay that leans into structure and clarity: citrus peel, green apple, and white flowers layered over a firm chalky backbone, with a long, saline finish. It’s a precise expression of both vintage and place, built more on line and persistence than overt richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003eThis is a pure taste of Grand Cru Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs, shaped by thoughtful farming and restrained winemaking. Tension and length without austerity, balancing citrus brightness with a steady mineral core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"2130\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1906\"\u003eServe well-chilled, around 46–50°F, in a white wine glass to give it room to open. 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Today it stands shoulder to shoulder with the world’s great regions, and \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eElk Cove Vineyards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e remains one of the estates that defines the category. Founded in the early 1970s by Pat and Joe Campbell, Elk Cove has evolved from a pioneering family operation into a benchmark producer, now led by second-generation winemaker Adam Campbell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1174\" data-start=\"575\"\u003eThe 2022 “Mount Richmond” comes from the heart of the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eYamhill-Carlton AVA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, from Elk Cove’s largest vineyard holding, over 200 acres of rolling hills planted on classic Willakenzie soils. These marine sediment soils naturally restrict yields and produce small, concentrated berries. Sitting at 300 to 500 feet in elevation, the site ripens earlier than many of Elk Cove’s vineyards, a key advantage in a challenging vintage like 2022. High-density plantings and a thoughtful mix of old vine Pommard and Dijon clones 115 and 777 bring both depth and aromatic lift to the final blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1510\" data-start=\"1176\"\u003eIn the cellar, the approach is precise and deliberate. Fruit is fermented in small, temperature controlled stainless steel tanks with twice daily hand punch-downs, then aged for 10 months in French oak. Only the barrels that best capture the Mount Richmond profile are selected, resulting in a wine that is both powerful and polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1936\" data-start=\"1512\"\u003eThis is a wild, richly structured Pinot Noir that leans into a darker, more expansive profile. Aromas of blackberry bramble, dusty baking spice, and graham cracker rise from the glass. The palate follows with layered flavors of berry pie, candied orange peel, oolong tea, and cedar box. There is a lushness here, but it is framed by bright acidity and the firm, mineral-driven structure that defines the Yamhill-Carlton AVA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2208\" data-start=\"1938\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage brought real challenges, from a cold, wet spring to a hot and dry summer, but a timely cool down allowed for balance and precision at harvest. The result is a wine that captures both the generosity of the season and the underlying structure of the site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2497\" data-start=\"2210\"\u003eFor those who appreciate a more muscular, deeply flavored expression of Pinot Noir, this delivers in a big way while still staying true to its Oregon roots. Give it a short decant if opening now, or cellar for the next 8 to 10 years as its savory, earthy complexity continues to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2497\" data-start=\"2210\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Robert Parker Wine Advocate\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_advoate_logo_240x240.png?v=1769834033\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Robert Parker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The 2022 Pinot Noir Mount Richmond, from marine sedimentary soils, has deep scents of raspberry and blackberry preserves, rose petals, mushrooms, aniseed and earth. The light-bodied palate features perfumed, spicy berry fruit. It has a silky texture, fireworks of fresh acidity and a long, nuanced finish.”\u003c\/em\u003e– Erin Brooks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Wine Spectator Scores\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_spectator_240x240.png?v=1769834039\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Rich yet graceful and well-knit, with lilting flavors of raspberry and blackberry that take on clove and tobacco accents as this builds structure and polish toward fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2032.”\u003c\/em\u003e – Tim Fish, Senior Editor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"144\" data-start=\"122\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"146\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"256\" data-start=\"146\" data-section-id=\"1o6uh4r\"\u003eA richer, more structured take on Oregon Pinot Noir that still delivers balance and site-driven character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"351\" data-start=\"257\" data-section-id=\"8q4gg9\"\u003eMount Richmond’s Willakenzie soils bring depth, dark fruit, and a subtle mineral backbone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"451\" data-start=\"352\" data-section-id=\"o6o83j\"\u003eA thoughtful blend of Pommard and Dijon clones adds both plush texture and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"481\" data-start=\"458\" data-section-id=\"eqq45j\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"481\" data-start=\"462\"\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"677\" data-start=\"483\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"562\" data-start=\"483\" data-section-id=\"t8tsun\"\u003eDecant for 20 to 30 minutes to let the darker fruit and spice notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"606\" data-start=\"563\" data-section-id=\"fif1m5\"\u003eServe slightly cool, around 58 to 62°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"677\" data-start=\"607\" data-section-id=\"1hmk2bx\"\u003ePair with duck, roast chicken, pork loin, or mushroom-driven dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/elk_cove_vineyards_-_mount_richmond_-_pinot_noir.webp?v=1776327373\" alt='Elk Cove, Pinot Noir \"Mount Richmond\" Yamhill Carlton' style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45361473126454,"sku":"SOMM2604-ELK22PNO-750","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022ElkCove_PinotNoirMountRichmondYamhillCarlton.png?v=1776283951"},{"product_id":"2022-domaine-julien-aloxe-corton-les-valozieressomm2606-jln22alxcvlz-750","title":"2022 Domaine Julien, Aloxe-Corton “Les Valozieres”","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eSourced from a tiny 0.70-hectare parcel at the base of the iconic Corton hill, this 100% Pinot Noir beautifully showcases the power of the appellation tamed by Étienne Julien’s deft hand. Practicing meticulous organic viticulture and native yeast fermentations, he masterfully balances the naturally robust, masculine structure of Aloxe-Corton with an underlying layer of silkiness and pure, energetic fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage opens with an alluring bouquet of dark wild cherries, red currants, and violet petals wrapped in earthy woodland spice. On the palate, the wine is round and concentrated, checking its deep core of dark summer fruits with vibrant acidity and fine-grained, structured tannins. Lingering with a persistent, savory finish of red fruit and stony minerality, this texturally deep red pairs perfectly with an herb-crusted rack of lamb or roasted duck.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45652823310390,"sku":"SOMM2606-JLN22ALXCVLZ-750","price":92.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022DomaineJulien_Aloxe-Corton_LesValozieres.png?v=1778003473"},{"product_id":"2024-ragotiere-muscadet-sur-lie-black-label-1","title":"2024 Ragotiere, Muscadet Sur Lie, Black Label","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe 2024 Château de la Ragotière “Les Vieilles Vignes” Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine Sur Lie is the absolute archetype of what world-class, coastally-influenced white wine should be. Sourced from prized, 50-to-60-year-old vines rooted in the mineral-dense mica-schist soils of the western Loire Valley, this freshly certified organic release strikes a breathtaking balance between concentrated white fruit and razor-sharp salinity. Following a traditional 10-month slumber on its fine lees in underground vats, it achieves a subtle, creamy textural mid-palate that perfectly counters its electric, laser-focused acidity. It is a wine that completely ignores modern, over-manipulated trends, opting instead for pure, chiseled, geological transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003ePouring a pale straw color, the nose immediately transports you to the rugged Atlantic coast, bursting with aromas of crushed sea shells, wet stones, white peach, and jasmine. On the palate, the old-vine concentration offers an unexpectedly rich swathe of citrus zest and green apple before snapping back into a bracingly dry, intensely mineral finish with a distinct iodine-driven salinity. For anyone who keeps a cellar stocked with crisp Chablis or bone-dry German Riesling, this historic estate’s flagship bottling is an indispensable daily drinker. 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At the time, Jean Voirin, a local grower, began bottling his own wines instead of selling everything in bulk, and around the sane time, the Jumel family launched their own champagne production, eventually merging estates and expertise under the Voirin‑Jumel name. Today it is a true multi‑generational affair, with roughly\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e11–12 hectares of vineyard land spread across 11 villages in the Côte des Blancs and the Vallée de la Marne, including Cramant, Chouilly, Avize, Verneuil, Vertus, and others, all farmed with the idea that each parcel should be vinified separately before any final blend is built.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eTheir\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMV Champagne Brut “L’Assemblage” was formerly called “Brut Tradition,” and remains the domaine’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e50% Chardonnay \/ 50% Pinot Noir house Brut, now sleekly rebranded as the flagship entry‑level cuvée. The juice is drawn from chalky Côte des Blancs Chardonnay (notably Vertus and surrounding Grand and 1er Cru sites) and clay‑rich Vallée de la Marne Pinot Noir (often from Verneuil and nearby 1er Cru, Grand Cru villages). Each lot is vinified and aged separately, typically spending\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3–4 years on the lees or more, with multiple vintages and a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eperpetual‑reserve (solera‑style) component\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblended in spring to create a consistent, layered profile. The dosage is restrained, usually\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003earound 6 g\/L, and the wine is bottled by the domaine itself, so every bottle is a grower‑crafted expression of multiple terroirs, vintages, and grape varieties in balance.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"why-youll-love-it\"\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulti‑vintage, multi‑village blend\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat feels larger than its “entry‑level” status, with clear but integrated chalk‑driven structure from the Côte des Blancs and rounded, red‑fruited depth from the Marne‑side Pinot Noir.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow‑dosage precision\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(around 6 g\/L) lets the terroir, ripeness, and age‑on‑lees complexity shine without sugary makeup, making it both ageworthy and food‑friendly.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAs a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egrower‑owned, RM‑classified Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e, it overdelivers stylistically against large‑house blends at similar price points, offering a transparent, terroir‑driven alternative for everyday drinking and serious pairings alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"how-to-serve-it\"\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eTemperature around 45–50°F; too cold can mute the wine’s texture and savory, saline finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eServe in all purpose white‑wine glass, which will highlight its fine mousse, red‑fruit lift, and chalky, saline backbone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePairings run from oysters, shellfish, and sushi to richer fare like roast poultry, pork, and fried dishes, thanks to its vinous mid‑palate, bright acidity, and dry, crunchy finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Screenshot_2026-05-20_at_8.54.29_PM.png?v=1779335723\" alt=\"MV Voirin-Jumel Champagne Brut l'Assemblage\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45729241169974,"sku":"SOMM2605-VORMVCHA-750","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/MVVoirin-JumelChampagneBrutl_Assemblage.png?v=1778256746"},{"product_id":"2021-sylvain-dussort-bourgogne-cote-dor-cuvee-des-ormes","title":"2021 Sylvain Dussort, Bourgogne Cote d'Or \"Cuvee des Ormes\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDomaine Dussort is a small family estate in Meursault, where Sylvain Dussort has farmed the domaine’s 30 acres for over two decades with minimal intervention, allowing the vines to express the true character of each vineyard site. In the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2021 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e, this philosophy shines through a Bourgogne Blanc drawn from 50‑year‑old vines planted just below the Meursault lieu‑dits En l’Ormeau and Les Pellans. Each wine is treated differently depending on terroir and vintage, and in the cellar only native yeasts are used; aging takes place with extended lees contact but without batonnage, so the wine gains richness while preserving a firm, mineral spine and site‑specific precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe result in 2021 is a Bourgogne Blanc that behaves more like a Meursault than a typical regional appellation bottle: the old vines lend weight and concentration, while the soils contribute a taut, flinty minerality. Extended lees aging without batonnage allows the Chardonnay to build texture and volume without veiling the terroir, and the restrained approach to oak keeps the wine fresh and focused. What you get in glass is a layered, aromatic white with ripe orchard fruit, subtle citrus, and a clean, mineral‑driven finish—complex enough to excite serious Burgophiles while remaining a compelling value by Côte‑de‑Beaune standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"why-youll-love-it\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eMeursault‑like structure and complexity from 50‑year‑old vines, yet labeled as Bourgogne Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eExtended lees contact without batonnage gives richness while preserving a bright, mineral backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eTiny production and a site‑driven, low‑intervention approach make this a rare, authentic expression of Meursault‑adjacent terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"how-to-serve-it\"\u003eHow to Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDecant for about 30 minutes or open the bottle in advance to let the wine open up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eServe in large Burgundy stems at roughly 55–60°F to highlight texture and nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePair with roast chicken, butter‑poached seafood, creamy pasta, or mild to medium‑aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46146552627254,"sku":"SOMM2605-SYL21DUS-750","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021SylvainDussort_BourgogneCoted_OrCuveedesOrmes.png?v=1778799954"},{"product_id":"the-explore-4-grill-chill","title":"The Explore 4: Grill \u0026 Chill","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrill \u0026amp; Chill\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best summer food wines prioritize energy, drinkability, and balance over sheer power. The goal is not dominance, but harmony: wines that refresh after every sip while enhancing the smoky, savory, and vibrant flavors that define outdoor cooking. From whites that quench your thirst to reds that elevate even the simplest fare, we’ve got your lineup of backyard summer sippers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollection includes:\u003cbr\u003e2023 Deovlet, Chardonnay Santa Barbara County\u003cbr\u003e2020 Suertes del Marqués, “Medianías” Listán Negro\u003cbr\u003e2022 Kappa Winery Kokkymelo Xinomavro\u003cbr\u003e2024 Domaine du Haut Bourg, Grolleau Rosé, IGP Val de Loire\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Explore4_GrillChill_2026.pdf?v=1779399878\" title=\"Tasting Notes\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSomm Booklet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore 4 is for the curious connoisseur and the adventurous novice alike. Whether it’s an in-depth examination of a particular region, grape variety, or concept, each four-bottle shipment is its own unique adventure—and each shipment comes with an expertly prepared info packet describing the theme and the wines in rich detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterested in a recurring Explore 4 subscription? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/products\/copy-of-the-explore-4-membership?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=47f358098\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eExplore More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46391476355126,"sku":"SOMM2606-EXP4GRILLCHILL-750","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_May_19_2026_02_51_27_PM.png?v=1779398012"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/collections\/wines-and-bbq.jpg?v=1782297317","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/somm-secret-menu.oembed","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}