November 2022 Manager Picks

Mi Mi Rose’ (Provance’ France) MIMI en Provence is a fresh and well-balanced wine. Light pink in color with a pleasant after taste that lingers nicely. Its nose is characterized by delicious hints of spring flowers and lemon flavors. On the palate, one will be struck by its flowery notes reminiscent of the flavors of crushed strawberry, lemon and watermelon. $15.99

Thirsty Owl Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes NY) Bright fruit aromas of honey-crisp apple and pear. Notes of lime and a crisp dry finish. $14.99

Bonny Doon Cigar Volant Red Blend (California) A light-red hue in the glass, this blend of 42% Grenache, 31% Cinsault, 24% Syrah, 2% Petite Sirah and 1% Counoise starts with aromas of cherry, grenadine, mace, star anise and barrel toast. The palate shows that rugged chaparral spice that made this blend world-famous, alongside dark-raspberry, boysenberry, roasted fennel and anise flavors. $14.99

Beaujolais-Villages (France) This fruit-forward, juicy wine has expressive aromas and flavors of strawberries and black cherries with spice notes. Pairings: Hors d’oeuvres, mild cheeses or poultry dishes. $14.99