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For many of us, the end of October signals the time to think about wines for the upcoming holidays. Some of us will be hosting a crowd and face the classic challenge of finding a wine that complements our menu without breaking the budget. We pride ourselves on always offering multiple options and today we are excited to feature a wine from Oregon's acclaimed Willamette Valley. Fullerton Wines was founded in 2011. Contracting with about a dozen vineyard sites all of which are farmed in an organic, biodynamic or sustainable fashion, they now produce about 8,000 cases a year. Today we offer to you the Fullerton family's 2022 Three Otters Pinot Noir ($22.99). The light ruby-red color greets you as aromas of fresh red berries, autumn leaves, crushed rock, and pungent moss take the lead. A soft palate follows which not only holds structure, but also packs plenty of flavor into each sip. Strawberry, raspberry and cherry are accented by tanned leather, fine herbs, and cinnamon. Along with its modest price and food-friendly characteristics, this wine is a definite contender for your Thanksgiving table. Please join us this Friday and Saturday as we pour the 2022 Three Otters Pinot Noir ($22.99) and the 2021 Domaine Anderson Estate Chardonnay ($34.99), a delicious California Chardonnay which is also an excellent choice for your upcoming holiday menus. Pictured, the 2022 Three Otters Pinot Noir ($22.99) ... (read more)

There's nothing quite like the food and wine of Italy. This week, we will be pouring some incredible wines from this country; this is a Wine Tasting you don't want to miss. Not only are we extremely excited to pour these wines, but they are all from one of our newest importers, Enrico Battisti's SoilAir Selection. Since 2005 Enrico Battisti has been driven by a vision to bring an authentic collection of Italy's finest wines to the United States, He has focused on ensuring that every wine chosen delivers both quality and excitement. SoilAir Selection's ever-expanding portfolio now not only encompasses the finest wines from Italy, but also from the U.S., France, Austria, Argentina, Germany, Portugal and Spain. This Saturday October 26th from 1:00-5:00PM Enrico Battisti will be in our store to pour from his portfolio. One of the wines he will have open will be his 2019 Poggiotondo Brunello di Montalcino ($54.99), a wine that is extremely focused, and round and ready to drink. In the mouth the soft, velvety tannins give this wine both length and grandeur; paired with its full-bodied style, this wine will easily lead you in to an intense and textured finish. The 2019 Brunello di Montalcinos are already being compared to other iconic vintages. Please join us this Friday and Saturday as we pour the 2019 Poggiotondo Brunello di Montalcino ($54.99) along with a northern Italian white wine, the 2021 Cieck Erbaluce di Caluso "Misobolo" ($29.99) and also the 2019 Château Malleret Le Baron de Malleret ($24.99), a terrific Bordeaux from France. While we will have these wines opened up both Friday and Saturday, Enrico will only be here on Saturday, and while he is here he will also be opening two of his sparkling wines, the Dignitat Cava ($15.99) and the Isotta Manzoni L'Essenza Prosecco Brut ($15.99). Pictured, the 2019 Poggiotondo Brunello di Montalcino ($54.99) ... (read more)

Coq au Vin, Beef Stew and Autumn Ragoût are a few of the cooler weather recipes that are coming to the foreground as the temperature drops. As we break out the autumn cooking magazines and mid-October advances upon us, our wine choices must also change to match the season. One such wine has returned to Francos Wine Merchants, perfect for these seasonal days. The storied domaine of Mas de Gourgonnier starts off with Luc, Eve, and Luciene Cariter who have been farming and making wines for decades. Here in the beautiful countryside of Provence, the appellation of Les Baux de Provence yields powerful examples of several grape varieties. The wines from this domaine combine a richness and intensity with an unmistakable expression of Provence. The Cariter family's 2022 Mas de Gourgonnier Les Baux de Provence ($19.99) is a seasonal favorite. Certified organic, this wine is a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Carignan. The blend of the four grapes is fermented traditionally. This earthy and rustic provençal wine is influenced by the Mediterranean coast with its garrigue of wild thyme, sage, rosemary, lavender, and tall pine trees and evergreen flowering shrubs. Once in the glass, you are greeted with a bright cherry nose and flavors of spiced berries, plums and dark chocolate. All these flavors meld together and guide you seamlessly to a firm finish. This is truly an excellent red wine choice for the season. Please join us this Friday and Saturday as we pour the 2022 Mas de Gourgonnier Les Baux de Provence ($19.99) and the 2023 Essay ($12.99) — a terrific white blend from South Africa. Pictured, the 2022 Mas de Gourgonnier Les Baux de Provence ($19.99) ... (read more)

This week's featured wine is from Priorat, which is located in the center of Catalonia in northeastern Spain. The vines in this region are planted on the mountain slopes using terrace growing methods at an altitude of between 100 to 700 meters above sea level. Most of the soil in Priorat is composed of silica slate that gives wines from this region their unique character. The first characteristic of the 2018 Fort Cop de Ma Priorat ($19.99) is the inviting dark ruby red color that warms the glass. Fresh and focused on the palate, this wine is blend of primarily Garnacha with a little bit of Carignan in the mix. In the mouth this wine offers up sweet black raspberry and cherry flavors that display incredible clarity. The discreet tannins lend shape to a long finish that shows a touch of jamminess. As you start to dig out your roasted meat and stew recipes for the season, the 2018 Fort Cop de Ma Priorat ($19.99) is a wine you want to keep in mind. Please join us this Friday and Saturday as we pour the 2018 Fort Cop de Ma Priorat ($19.99) and the 2022 The Verge Chardonnay ($24.99), a tasty California Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley. Also, we have teamed up with the New Canaan Historical Society to sponsor a Wine Tasting Event on Friday October 4th 6:00PM-8:00PM to kick off their October4design Month. Proceeds from the ticket sales will benefit the Historical Society. Tickets are limited. (Click on "read more" for additional details). Pictured, the 2018 Fort Cop de Ma Priorat ($19.99) ... (read more)

Today our wine journey brings us to Holloran Vineyard Winery in Oregon's Willamette Valley. This estate is fortunate to farm and harvest grapes from its own premium vineyards with unique characteristics that influence the style, tastes and aromas in their wines. Holloran Vineyard Winery sites are all farmed organic or biodynamic using traditional organic practices. Their 2022 Holloran Pinot Noir ($29.99) is a blend of carefully selected barrels primarily from vineyard blocks in their Dundee Hills and Eola-Amity Hills vineyard sites. These sites are all volcanic-based sites covered in sedimentary soils. Upon uncorking, this wine shows off bright cherry aromas with a slight nuance of forest underbrush. In the mouth, flavors of dark fruit come forward that mesh with the wine's subtle minerality and balanced acidity. This all leads you into a soft and silky finish. Whether it's a beautifully marbled Ribeye or Flatiron steak, or a fresh piece of salmon for the grill, the 2022 Holloran Pinot Noir ($29.99) is ready to accompany many of your menu choices. Saturday we pour the 2022 Holloran Pinot Noir ($29.99), and the 2021 Château Saint Roch Old Vines White ($15.99). Also, we have teamed up with the New Canaan Historical Society to sponsor a Wine Tasting Event on Friday October 4th 6:00PM-8:00PM to kick off their October4design Month. Proceeds from the ticket sales will benefit the Historical Society. Tickets are limited. (Click on "read more" for additional details). Pictured, the 2022 Holloran Pinot Noir ($29.99) ... (read more)

Pinot Gris, a grape variety cultivated globally, is more commonly recognized by its Italian moniker, Pinot Grigio. Despite its French origins this versatile grape has found success in numerous wine regions in Europe but our attention today turns to Oregon, where Pinot Gris has established a significant presence in the local wine industry including with the Ford Family at Illahe Vineyards. This week's featured wine is their 2022 Illahe Pinot Gris ($22.99). Upon pouring this wine into your glass, you are immediately treated to notes of sweet grass and bright, honey crisp apple. In the mouth, the upfront flavors hold nuances of lemon and dried apricot while the tastebuds pick up on the slight taste of ginger with a hint of salinity. Not only is the mouthfeel rich and juicy, but the lingering finish is there to enjoy long after the wine is gone. This wine will easily pair with your favorite soft cheeses and will definitely shine paired with meals that have an Asian flair. Saturday we pour both the 2022 Illahe Pinot Gris ($22.99) and the 2022 Isola del Satiro Rosso ($15.99). Pictured, the 2022 Illahe Pinot Gris ($22.99) ... (read more)

As August arrives, vacation season reaches its peak. Summer's easygoing wines now take the spotlight, and although many options abound, today our journey takes us to Oregon's wine country. Planet Oregon Winery is located in the Willamette Valley in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Established in 2009, Planet Oregon was founded with a goal to make delicious, environmentally responsible wine at an accessible price. Today we have their 2022 Planet Oregon Pinot Noir ($23.99). Pouring this wine into the glass releases the nuances of raspberry and cherry that rise up and greet you. Once in the mouth, the layers of complexity are laced with dusky spice and black tea. Supple and versatile, this wine shows a firm core of bright acid complemented by subtle spice notes, balanced tannins and a juicy finish. Certified sustainably grown, this classic Oregon Pinot Noir also offers up flavors of Bing cherry, tart cranberries and the classic Oregon strawberries. Fire up the grill and slow roast a salmon filet or even a whole roast chicken, and you are in Pinot Noir heaven. Saturday we pour both the 2022 Planet Oregon Pinot Noir ($23.99) and the 2023 Tenuta Il Bergo Gavi di Gavi ($17.99). Pictured, the 2022 Planet Oregon Pinot Noir ($23.99) ... (read more)

Nestled between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, Slovenia boasts a rich viticultural heritage that has — until recently — often flown under the radar of many wine enthusiasts. Kobal Winery is located in the Haloze appellation in Stajerska, Slovenia. Since Roman times, Haloze has been considered one of the top wine growing sites of Central Europe. Today we spotlight their 2023 Kobal Sauvignon Blanc ($19.99). The bouquet of this wine greets you with nuances of both grapefruit and blackcurrant. On the palate, the pleasant acidity and minerality have an undercurrent of passion fruit and gooseberry all followed by a discreet, creamy finish. If you are packing up wines for the shore, this wine will make an excellent seafood pairing with most any white fish as well as a plate of raw clams with a squeeze of fresh lemon. Saturday we pour both the 2023 Kobal Sauvignon Blanc ($19.99) and the 2021 Château Montfrin Côtes du Rhône ($19.99). The Annual New Canaan Sidewalk Sale starts Friday when town merchants will have their wares on the sidewalk at bargain prices. But Saturday is the big day when Main & Elm are closed to vehicular traffic and becomes a pedestrian mall with vendors and food trucks on the street. We will have a table in front of our shop and will be giving out samples of the Dirty Pelican Organic Mixers. The lineup will include their Dirty Pelican Elderflower Paloma Organic Mixer ($19.99), Dirty Pelican Jalapeño Margarita Organic Mixer ($19.99), Dirty Pelican Mango Passionfruit Margarita Organic Mixer ($19.99), and their newest flavor, the Dirty Pelican Lychee Blossom Martini Organic Mixers ($19.99). So be sure to stop by our outdoor booth to sample these delicious mixers and then come inside for our Wine Tasting. Pictured, the 2023 Kobal Sauvignon Blanc ($19.99) ... (read more)

As the sunny days of summer settle in, our wine preferences evolve to match the leisurely pace of the season. Southern France, with its sun-drenched vineyards, offers an array of wines perfectly suited for the days of casual dining ahead. So today, let's visit the intriguing wine region known as the Côtes du Roussillon in southern France near Spain's border. Here, the Lafage family has been growing grapes and making wine since 1798. The varietal focus at Château Saint Roch is Grenache and Syrah and today we highlight a very expressive white wine they produce. The 2021 Château Saint Roch Old Vines White ($15.99) is a blend of 60% Grenache Gris and 40% Roussanne. It leads you in with aromas of lime zest and ripe pear and the fruit flavors carry through to the lingering finish. It is hearty enough to stand up to any chicken or fish off the grill, and will also work well with shellfish, sushi and a variety of cold pasta dishes. Also from Château Saint Roch we have their 2023 Château Saint Roch Old Vines Rosé ($16.99). This wine blends Grenache Gris and Syrah grapes into a gregariously friendly rosé. The floral aromas and delicate strawberry flavors play off the lively acidity; the ripe berry flavors mesh with the minerality from the gravelly, slate soil making the wine perfect as an aperitif or paired up with any seafood menu, hot or cold. Saturday we pour both the 2021 Château Saint Roch Old Vines White ($15.99) and the 2023 Château Saint Roch Old Vines Rosé ($16.99). Pictured, the 2021 Château Saint Roch Old Vines White ($15.99) ... (read more)

As Father's Day approaches, most Dads look forward to a relaxing day filled with simple pleasures ending with a perfectly grilled steak and a rich, full-bodied California Cabernet. This Father's Day you can surprise Dad with a bottle that will make the day truly memorable. Top of this list is the 2021 Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($89.99). Offering up its signature deep red color in the glass, this wine invites you in with its layers of flavors consisting of cocoa, cassis and ripe berry. The firm core of the Caymus Cabernet captivates the tastebuds and guides them thru a bold, yet elegant finish. Next up we have the 2020 Groth Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon ($69.99), which enjoys aromas of macerated blackberries, notes of cherry and raspberry accompanied by black currant. The tannins are initially robust but gradually melt away leaving behind a velvety texture and finish. We finish our California tour with the 2019 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon ($64.99). This wine has a signature aroma of ripe cherry and black fruit while releasing incredible floral notes. The rich and seductive palate enjoys concentrated flavors, interwoven with fine tannins imparted by the new French oak barrels, and which follow all the way through the lingering finish. Saturday we pour another delicious California Cabernet, the 2019 Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ($52.99) along with the 2021 Domaine Anderson Estate Chardonnay ($34.99). Pictured, the 2021 Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ($89.99) ... (read more)

While it may be a bit early to start thinking about summer plans, it's definitely not too early to start thinking about summer wines. As the mercury starts to rise it's sometimes exciting to veer off the beaten path and discover the lesser-known gems of the wine world. The Savoie, located in the eastern region of France near the Swiss Alps, holds many vinous secrets and today we will uncover one of them. Today we offer the 2023 Jean Masson Apremont ($18.99). This incredible white wine is made from Jacquère, an indigenous grape variety that thrives throughout the Savoie region. The vines flourish in the clay-limestone soil which gives this wine its mineral undertones. The nose of this wine is fresh, clean and dry with aromas of green apple. Mid-plate, nuances of white pear and beeswax can be detected as the lemony acids trail off into a smooth finish. This versatile wine is a perfect pairing with any white fish recipe and also pairs extremely well with traditional cheeses from the region. Saturday we pour both the 2023 Jean Masson Apremont ($18.99) and the 2020 Altano Rewilding Edition ($19.99).