Welcome to the Wine of the Month Club October 2026
Read more below to learn about our featured wines this month!
Silvia Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon North Coast CA 2022
USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Red
Aromas of plum, blackberry, and dark mocha lead into a smooth, fruit-forward palate layered with soft tannins, subtle oak, and hints of spice. The wine shows elegant structure, balanced acidity, and a long, vibrant finish with lingering richness.
Pairings: Slow-Braised Beef Short Ribs, Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Smoked Texas-Style Beef Brisket
Marimar Estate Don Miguel Vineyard Syrah Russian River Valley CA 2019
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USA
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Syrah
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Red
Cool-climate character shines in this Russian River Valley Syrah, with blackberry, blueberry, white pepper and leather. Soft, plush texture meets refined tannins and integrated oak, while savory spice and dark fruit unfold with poise, leaving a long, graceful finish with remarkable finesse.
Pairings: Herb Roasted Chicken, Wild Mushroom Risotto, Cedar Plank Salmon
Matetic Vineyards EQ "Granite" Pinot Noir Valle de Casablanca Chile 2018
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Chile
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Pinot Noir
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Red
Mineral-driven, this Casablanca Valley Pinot Noir opens with floral and ripe citrus notes over ruby fruits. Powerful yet unctuous, the palate pairs high acidity with elegant structure, while cool-climate freshness and subtle earthiness carry through a long, poised finish with lasting grace.
Pairings: Herb-Roasted Chicken, Grilled Lamb Chops, Wild Mushroom Risotto
Cavaletti Vineyards "Dystopia" Red Blend California 2020
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USA
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Tempranillo
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Red
Distinctly savory, this California red blend offers blueberry, baking spice, herbs and smoke. Dense berry flavors meet miso and roasted pork, while fine-grained tannins and balanced acidity shape a suave palate, carrying smoky complexity into a long, deeply satisfying, very polished finish.
Pairings: Slow-Braised Beef Short Ribs, Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Smoked Texas-Style Beef Brisket
Château Malartic-Lagravière Le Comte de Malartic Pessac-Léognan France 2019
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France
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Merlot
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Red
Refined and expressive, this Pessac-Léognan red reveals redcurrant, cassis, blackberry and plum, accented by cedar, tobacco, graphite and pepper. Fresh acidity and silky, rounded tannins lend poise to the juicy palate, while savory mineral notes carry through a long, elegant, smooth finish.
Pairings: Slow-Braised Beef Short Ribs, Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Smoked Texas-Style Beef Brisket
Retzlaff Vineyards Estate Cabernet Merlot Blend Livermore Valley CA 2018
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USA
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Cabernet Sauvignon
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Red
Fruit-forward Bing cherry and plum jam define this Livermore Valley blend, bringing generous ripeness to glass. Gentle tannins keep the palate silken and composed, allowing Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot to merge seamlessly before easing into a smooth, delicious finish with lasting elegance.
Pairings: Slow-Braised Beef Short Ribs, Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Smoked Texas-Style Beef Brisket
Clos de Luz "Boho" Chardonnay Valle Del Bio Bio Chile 2025
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Chile
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Chardonnay
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White
Beautifully composed, this Valle del Biobío Chardonnay opens with refreshing citrus, green apple, pear and white flowers. A creamy texture meets vibrant tension and pronounced minerality, while subtle oak contributes layers to the structured palate, carrying fruit into a long, clean finish.
Pairings: Slow-Braised Beef Short Ribs, Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Smoked Texas-Style Beef Brisket
Trinitas Cellars Cuvee Blanc White Wine California 2023
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USA
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Riesling
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White
Ripe apricot and peach open with hints of toasted almond. A gentle sweetness and slightly oily texture give roundness, while citrus zest and stone fruit flavors stay bright. Balanced acidity keeps it fresh, finishing smooth, layered, and quietly complex overall.
Pairings: Slow-Braised Beef Short Ribs, Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Smoked Texas-Style Beef Brisket
Brick Barn Wine Estate Viognier Santa Ynez Valley CA 2022
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USA
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Viognier
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White
Aromatic and lively, this Santa Ynez Valley Viognier offers honeysuckle, pear, green apple and sea breeze. Apricot, tangerine, honeycomb and baked apple spice enrich its weighty yet elegant palate, while citrus and wet stone provide lift through a clean, characteristically energetic finish.
Pairings: Slow-Braised Beef Short Ribs, Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Smoked Texas-Style Beef Brisket
Tilth Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma Coast CA 2023
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USA
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Sauvignon Blanc
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White
Bright aromas of peach, passionfruit, and mango lead to a palate of honeyed apricot, grapefruit zest, crisp apple, and pear. Subtle crushed-almond minerality supports a clean, lingering finish with vibrant acidity.
Pairings: Slow-Braised Beef Short Ribs, Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops, Smoked Texas-Style Beef Brisket
