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1. ‘J Black’ Pinot noir
The rst new wine from J Vineyards &
Winery under ownership by E. & J. Gallo is
a multi-appellated Pinot Noir. Based on fruit from Monterey, Sonoma and Santa Barbara counties, “J Black” is made in a riper, rounder, plusher style, and at a more accessible price point ($25) than many Russian River Valley AVA peers. Excellent prospect for high-end glass pours.
SRP: $25 jwine.com
4. teMPus tWo australian Wines
Palm Bay International and the McGuigan family have teamed up to bring Tempus Two to America, marking Palm Bay’s re-entry into the Australian wine category. Tempus Two comprises two ranges, sourcing fruit from Australia’s premium terroirs. The Varietal Series includes a Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz; the Copper Series includes
a “Wilde Chardonnay,” a portion of which undergoes a natural fermentation; a Shiraz co- fermented with Viognier; and a vibrant, avorful Copper GSM blend.
SRP: $14.99/Varietal Series; $19.99 /Copper Series palmbay.com
2. redeMPtion WHeated BourBon
Redemption Whiskey—known for producing premium rye whiskey and high-rye bourbon— has released a limited-edition “Wheater.” While most wheat-forward bourbons have between 20% and 30% of the grain in the mash bill, Redemption Wheated Bourbon contains 45% winter wheat, 51% corn, and 4% malted barley. Four years in new oak, along with the high wheat content, yields a mellow and nutty whiskey with a long smooth nish, even at 96 proof.
SRP: $45.99
redemptionwhiskey.com | deutschfamily.com
5. faBriquero sotol
Fabriquero is bringing to the U.S. a new sotol, distilled from wild Dasylirion wheeleri, aka Desert Spoon, not unlike tequila and mezcal are made from agave. The traditional Mexican spirit displays strong minerality and notes of wild grass that stem directly from the base plant. An underlying richness comes from the acacia wood used to cook the piñas. Highly mixable, this sotol also exhibits herbaceous notes, great acidity and a long nish. 90 proof.
SRP: $64.99 fabriquero.mx
3. MYx fusions ‘sinner’
The latest addition to the Nicki Minaj’s Myx Fusions wine line, Myx Sinner is a semi-sweet red blend designed to be served chilled. Made from 100% California grapes (Ruby Cabernet, Montepulciano, Rubired, Cabernet Sauvignon), the wine displays hints of raspberries and a smooth texture. The bottle features a snake coiled around its length. Currently in 11 states; national by end of year.
SRP: $10.99 myxfusions.com
6. Penfolds Max’s
Iconic Australian winery Penfolds has launched a major new line, inspired by Max Schubert, Penfolds’ legendary original winemaker, who created the iconic Grange. For the Penfolds 2015 Max’s Cabernet Sauvignon and 2015 Max’s Shiraz-Cabernet, winemaker Peter Gagos applied Schubert’s visionary approach of multi-regional and multi-varietal blending. The bright red, shrink-wrapped exterior can be
“unzipped” after purchase to reveal a classic Penfolds bottle within.
SRP: $25
tweglobal.com | penfolds.com