06/20/2026
Famille Perrin Rosé Grand Prebois, 2015 ($12.99) - The Perrin family is famous for Château de Beaucastel, the iconic Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The family also makes many other, much less expensive wines like this terrific value rosé from the small vineyard surrounding the family home. Although the vines are within the Chateauneuf appellation, rose wines are not permitted to use the name, so this wine just carries the Vin de France designation. Pale pastel-pink with a subtle bouquet and notes of white spring flowers (acacia and lily of the valley). Delicate, elegant, and fresh with surprising length for its price.
Alexander Valley Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, 2022 ($26.99) - The Wetzel Family has been quietly making terrific wines and fine values for 50 years. This is 95% Cabernet Sauvignon. Winemaker Kevin Hall blended in a little Malbec and Petit Verdot for color, Merlot for a hint of structured dark fruit, and a touch of Cabernet Franc for aromatics. It’s deep ruby in color, with a bouquet and flavor of baked black plum, blackcurrant, and black cherry fruit. There are hints of leather, graphite, and chocolate. Medium to full-bodied, it’s classically styled and elegant with some soft tannins and a long, refreshing finish.