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Quintessential—wine importer, marketer, & distributor for retail buyers, featuring family-owned brands, high-value wines, turnkey POS, and data-driven retail programs that grow category sales and shopper conversion. 21+ Drink responsibly. 🍷

04/24/2026

It's great seeing Merlot getting the attention it deserves again. When Mike DeSimone calls out Goose Ridge g3 Merlot like that, it says a lot. It’s a great reminder of why people fell in love with Merlot in the first place. 🍷

Featured in the aThe Tasting Panel Magazine “Rock Stars of Retail: Strong Values, Solid Value” by Ruth Tobias highlights...
02/23/2026

Featured in the aThe Tasting Panel Magazine

“Rock Stars of Retail: Strong Values, Solid Value” by Ruth Tobias highlights what today’s wine buyers care about most: brands that move.

Three respected retail buyers shared why these family-owned producers continue to deliver on shelf:

✨ Geyser Peak – trusted Sonoma pedigree, dependable quality
✨ Ironstone Vineyards – sustainable Lodi value that overdelivers
✨ Goose Ridge Estate Winery – estate-grown precision with strong margins

Consistency. Authentic ownership. Real sell-through.

In today’s retail climate, strong values + solid value wins.

Full article: tastingpanelmag.com Winer 2026 pgs. 70-71

California, through a generational lens 🍷The February/March issue of The SOMM Journal features a two-page story—“From At...
02/17/2026

California, through a generational lens 🍷

The February/March issue of The SOMM Journal features a two-page story—“From Atlas Peak to XYZin” by Amanda Faison—spotlighting the Kreps' family-owned portfolio.

Led by Steve Kreps Jr. alongside winemaker Derek Irwin, the collection spans Atlas Peak, Geyser Peak, Walking Tree, and XYZin rooted in long-term vineyard partnerships across Northern California.

The article explores a style that feels aligned with where younger consumers are headed:
• freshness over weight
• balanced acidity
• site transparency
• restrained alcohol
• food-driven structure

From structured, site-specific Cabernet to Mediterranean-leaning old-vine Zinfandel, it’s a reminder that California doesn’t have to shout to be compelling.

Worth a read for anyone thinking about how to build a California section that feels current without chasing trends.

Feature available in print and digitally (pages 40–41).
sommjournal.com/february-march-2026/

Ironstone owned the moment at the San Francisco International Wine Competition — and yes, it’s all about white wines!🏆 D...
02/13/2026

Ironstone owned the moment at the San Francisco International Wine Competition — and yes, it’s all about white wines!

🏆 DOUBLE GOLD (96 Points)
2024 Obsession Ironstone Symphony – Lodi
Ultra-aromatic. Bright. Main character energy.

🥇 GOLD (93 Points)
2024 Ironstone Sauvignon Blanc – Lodi
Crisp. Zesty. Effortlessly cool.

Two white wines. Two major medals.
Proof that fresh, expressive California whites are having a moment.

Chill it. Pour it. Celebrate it. 🧊

Tag your summer wine crew. 👇

ObsessionSymphony

🎄🍷 Christmas with Muriel WinesSince 1926, the Murua family has been crafting wines for moments of celebration.Now led by...
12/26/2025

🎄🍷 Christmas with Muriel Wines
Since 1926, the Murua family has been crafting wines for moments of celebration.
Now led by Julián Murua and his son Javier, Muriel remains proudly family-owned and known for elegant, age-worthy Rioja wines.

From Blanco and Rosado to Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva, every bottle is made for gathering around the Christmas table.

✨ One family. A legacy of wines. A Christmas worth sharing.

❤️ Muriel Rioja ReservaChristmas Eve is made for gathering. ✨Passed down through generations, this Reserva belongs at th...
12/24/2025

❤️ Muriel Rioja Reserva
Christmas Eve is made for gathering. ✨
Passed down through generations, this Reserva belongs at the heart of the table.
🍗 Perfect with roast turkey, pork loin, or stuffed mushrooms.

🍷 Muriel Rioja Gran ReservaHoliday moments deserve patience and depth. ✨Gran Reserva elegance, crafted to age beautifull...
12/23/2025

🍷 Muriel Rioja Gran Reserva

Holiday moments deserve patience and depth. ✨
Gran Reserva elegance, crafted to age beautifully.
🍽️ Pair with prime rib, lamb, or mushroom Wellington.

🎉🍷 Beaujolais Nouveau Day at the Napa office – and we came dressed for the pour! 🇫🇷From berets and scarves to mustaches ...
11/21/2025

🎉🍷 Beaujolais Nouveau Day at the Napa office – and we came dressed for the pour! 🇫🇷

From berets and scarves to mustaches and bottles in hand… our team embraced the French spirit and celebrated the arrival of the 2025 vintage in true Quintessential style!

✨ Fresh. Fun. Full of Joie de Vivre.
That’s how we do Nouveau!

🍇🥳🍷

Resharing from “Georges Duboeuf’s widely available Beaujolais Nouveau was the standout in its category—showing violet an...
11/20/2025

Resharing from
“Georges Duboeuf’s widely available Beaujolais Nouveau was the standout in its category—showing violet and blackcurrant jelly aromas with the vibrant lift Nouveau fans seek.”

The late Georges Duboeuf helped turn Nouveau into a global tradition, sparking a movement that resonates strongly with U.S. consumers (and now Japan, the #2 market).

👉 With high consumer excitement and seasonal relevance, Beaujolais Nouveau offers strong opportunities for placement leading into Thanksgiving.

Read the full article: https://www.winespectator.com/articles/beaujolais-nouveau-2025-vintage-thanksgiving-holiday-red-wines

 

Resharing from “Georges Duboeuf’s widely available Beaujolais Nouveau was the standout in its category—showing violet an...
11/20/2025

Resharing from
“Georges Duboeuf’s widely available Beaujolais Nouveau was the standout in its category—showing violet and blackcurrant jelly aromas with the vibrant lift Nouveau fans seek.”

The late Georges Duboeuf helped turn Nouveau into a global tradition, sparking a movement that resonates strongly with U.S. consumers (and now Japan, the #2 market).

👉 With high consumer excitement and seasonal relevance, Beaujolais Nouveau offers strong opportunities for placement leading into Thanksgiving.

Read the full article: https://www.winespectator.com/articles/beaujolais-nouveau-2025-vintage-thanksgiving-holiday-red-wines

 


📸: Courtesy of Georges Duboeuf, Mont Bessay

10/14/2025

From vine to barrel, our Walking Tree Cabernet embodies the spirit of harvest — patient, expressive, and enduring.

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1310 2nd Street
Napa, CA
94559

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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