Hurry! A new shipment just arrived!! From Dave Phinney, of "The Prisoner" and Orin Swift fame, comes his Department 66 project from France, and this Grenache-based (80%) D66 red, which is blended with Syrah. The grapes come from 60-year old head trained vines, grown in Maury in the South of France. The wine received 95 points from The Wine Advocate and from Jeb Dunnuck, and almost never goes on sale. Hurry and stock up!!

Weekend Sale: $24.89!!

2016 Department 66 'D66' Grenache Cotes Catalanes

"The 2016 Côtes Catalanes D66 is a bonafide blockbuster from winemaker Richard Case that does everything right. Loaded with notions of ripe blackberry and currant fruits, chocolate, ground pepper, licorice, and leafy herbs, this puppy hits the palate with full-bodied richness and depth yet stays nicely balanced and light on its feet. Rich, opulent, and decadent are the buzzwords here, and it should keep for 7-8 years. The blend is 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah aged 12 months in barrel."

--Jeb Dunnuck, 95 Points!!!

WINERY NOTES: "Dark and dense with a concentrated fragrance profile of silky ripe plum, cassis, candied violet, and wet schist, the 2016 proudly boasts a rich cardinal complexion in the glass. First impressions offer up supremely rich blue and black skinned fruit notes.  Winding tightly around these elements are savory whispers of cardamom, sarsaparilla, molasses, dried quince, and the distinctive banner of French Catalonia minerality.  Sappy tannins support the wine along with a fresh acidic lift."

List Price: $38, Average Retail: $32

Weekend Sale: Only $24.89!