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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)

Tunella Winery is located in the far eastern edge of the Friuli-Venezia Giulia in Northeastern Italy. This week's feature wine is their 2021 Tunella Pinot Nero ($19.99). The grapes for this wine are harvested at the peak degree of ripeness, destemmed and crushed before being fermented on their skins in stainless-steel vats and aged in French oak barrels. The result is a Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir) with an intense ruby red color and an inviting warm hue as you pour it into the glass. The distinct aroma gives off a bouquet of raspberry and wild berries that intensifies as the wine opens. In the mouth, this wine has a pleasant, dry and aromatic palate that is followed up with a subtle brightness leading you into a lingering velvet finish. An October menu of Stuffed Peppers, Chicken Cacciatore or Florentine inspired steak would all make excellent menu pairings with this northern Italian gem. Please join us this Friday and Saturday as we pour the 2021 Tunella Pinot Nero ($19.99) and another northern Italian wine, the 2023 Tenuta Il Bergo Gavi di Gavi ($17.99). Pictured, the 2021 Tunella Pinot Nero ($19.99) ... (read more)

Dominique Lafon has been in command of his family's property for over thirty years and is considered one of the finest winemakers in France. He strongly believes in the potential of the Mâconnais region where he has been making terroir-driven wines since 1999. Today we present his 2023 Lafon Mâcon Villages Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon ($29.99). Made from 100% Chardonnay grape, this entry-level wine from Lafon's Mâconnais operation offers spectacular value. This Mâcon-Villages is fleshy, with a mélange of citrus, melon and mineral aromas and flavors, a bright profile and good persistence. One can almost taste the care that Dominique Lafon lends to every wine he produces with his careful use of organic and biodynamic farming methods. As you make your first roast chicken of the autumn season, this spectacular bottle from Dominique Lafon will pair perfectly with the early season root vegetables and late season herbs. Please join us this Friday and Saturday as we pour the 2023 Lafon Mâcon Villages Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon ($29.99) and the 2022 Norton Reserva Malbec ($19.99) from Argentina. 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 2023 Lafon Mâcon Villages Les Héritiers du Comte Lafon ($29.99) ... (read more)

We just received inventory of a wine to complement your end-of-summer celebrations and allow you to bask in the warmth a little while longer. Domaine Camille & Laurent Schaller is a family estate located in the village of Préhy in the heart of Chablis, where Laurent and his son Camille cultivate their grapes. Here the vines thrive in the clay and limestone soil, typical of Chablis, which brings so many of the characteristics for which this wine is known. The Schaller family cultivates its vines using sustainable practices, working the soil to avoid use of herbicides and pesticides. The 2023 Camille & Laurent Schaller Chablis ($26.99), from this father/son duo, comes from 30-year-old Chardonnay vines from their vineyard sites around the village of Préhy. On the nose, this wine enjoys intense aromas of white flower, lemon and stone fruit. On the palate, an exceedingly well-balanced wine with exceptional minerality comes forward and the exceptional finesse and purity make for a lingering and solid finish. While this wine can accompany many meals, its best qualities come forward with a fresh piece of fish in a simple beurre blanc accompanied by a squeeze of lemon. Saturday we pour the 2023 Camille & Laurent Schaller Chablis ($26.99), and the 2021 Château Montfrin Côtes du Rhône ($19.99) Pictured, the 2023 Camille & Laurent Schaller Chablis ($26.99) ... (read more)

South Africa has a rich winemaking history dating back to the 17th Century. Most of the wine growing regions have a mediterranean-like climate with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters which is ideal for grape growing. The 2023 Essay ($12.99) is an effort from José Conde and brothers Philip and Tyrell Myburgh. "Essay" refers to a popular abbreviation for South Africa (SA). It is an aromatic white wine mostly driven by Chenin Blanc (57%) with a little Viognier (25%)and Roussanne (18%) carefully added to the blend for complexity and richness. This wine greets you with a pale straw color and a subtle green hue. Once in the glass aromas of pineapple, pear and violets rise up, and on the palate flavors of tropical fruit and melon abound. The Chenin Blanc and Viognier come from vines grown in the shale soil of the Agter-Paarl region while the Roussanne is sourced from vineyards in the cooler Stellenbosch region which is expressed in the rich creamy texture and fresh finish. The 2023 Essay ($12.99) is the ideal wine to savor on the last of the summer evenings. Saturday we pour both the 2023 Essay ($12.99) and the 2021 Kermit Lynch Côtes du Rhône ($14.99). Pictured, the 2023 Essay ($12.99) ... (read more)

As the July heatwave continues and shows no signs of abating, seeking solace in Provence, the birthplace of Rosé, offers a tantalizing option. The region's signature blend of grapes produces a crisp, cool antidote to the relentless summer heat. This week we focus on the Audibert Family who have been winemakers in Provence for five generations. Located in the center of the Pays d'Aix, today they own over 50 hectares of vines. This large block of vines are planted in the typical clay-limestone soil of the region and surrounded by forests on all sides. The vineyard has been certified organic since 2013. Today we have their 2023 Cuvée Agathe Rosé ($19.99). This crisp, dry Provence Rosé with its inviting pale pink color enjoys aromas of ripe nectarines and red berries. The modest acidity on the medium to full-bodied palate helps bring forth the delicate nuances while maintaining the balance of freshness and bright fruit. This wine is a carefully crafted blend of native Provence grapes — Grenache Noir, Syrah, Rolle, Caladoc and Cinsault — and tailor-made to pair with any number of menu items from cold salads to carefully grilled white fish. Saturday we pour both the 2023 Cuvée Agathe Rosé ($19.99) and the 2022 Jean Paul Brun L'Ancien Beaujolais ($19.99). Pictured, the 2023 Cuvée Agathe Rosé ($19.99) ... (read more)

The 4th of July marks the highpoint of summer festivities. Whether you're embarking on a coastal getaway or simply celebrating in your own backyard, Francos Wine Merchants offers an ideal selection of wines to complement both your destination and menu. If you are going to serve some seafood over the holiday weekend, then you can't do better than the 2023 Domaine Chavet La Côte Menetou-Salon ($22.99). This wine from the Loire Valley is 100% Sauvignon Blanc, pale gold in color with bright lemon aromas and a clean, crisp style. But if you prefer a traditional Sancerre from the Loire, you can choose from the 2022 Le Roi des Pierres Sancerre ($32.99), the 2023 Henri Bourgeois Sancerre ($29.99) or the 2023 Noël et Jean Luc Raimbault Sancerre ($28.99). If you are thinking of packing a basket with assorted cheeses and meats and heading to the beach or park, then bring along a warm weather Rosé. While we have many of the old favorites such as the 2023 Aix Rosé ($22.99) or the 2023 Minuty Cotes de Provence Rosé ($21.99), our favorite Rosé of the season is the 2023 Château Saint Roch Old Vines Rosé ($16.99) at a price you can't beat. The 4th is always a good day to consider throwing a steak on the grill, and if that is your plan may we suggest the 2020 Paul Hobbs Crossbarn Pinot Noir Sonoma ($33.99) or the 2022 Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir ($56.99), if you are in the mood for a California style Pinot Noir. However, if a subtly styled Oregon Pinot Noir is calling your name, the 2022 Domaine Drouhin Pinot Noir ($49.99) is probably where you want to land. Saturday we pour both the 2023 La Croix Gratiot Picpoul de Pinet ($14.99) and the 2023 Domaine Chavet La Côte Menetou-Salon ($22.99). Pictured, the 2023 Domaine Chavet La Côte Menetou-Salon ($22.99) ... (read more)

A trip to Piedmont is not complete until you visit the charming town of Gavi in the region also known as Gavi. The vineyards here are home to the Cortese grape, which lends its unique character to the celebrated wine we know as Gavi di Gavi. Tenuta Il Bergo is one of the producers in this region and today we have their 2023 Tenuta Il Bergo Gavi di Gavi ($17.99). This classically styled Gavi di Gavi is an outstanding example of what can be done with the Cortese grape. This white wine from Piedmont shows off aromas of white flowers and light citrus. The vineyard sites are southwest facing which maximizes the sunlight on the fruit and promotes even ripening. The high elevation also aids in air circulation which helps prevent any fungal growth. Food pairing for this wine would easily include an antipasti platter or charcuterie board, but seeing that it pairs so well with seafood or shellfish, a grilled Swordfish steak would be a stellar match. Saturday we pour both the 2023 Tenuta Il Bergo Gavi di Gavi ($17.99) and the 2022 Holloran Pinot Noir ($29.99) from Oregon's Willamette Valley. Pictured, the 2023 Tenuta Il Bergo Gavi di Gavi ($17.99) ... (read more)

Our journey through Northern Italy continues as we delve deeper into Piedmont and uncover Erbaluce, an ancient white grape variety native to this region. Cieck Winery is located in San Giorgio Canavese between the towns of Turin and Ivrea where they cultivate 13 hectares of vineyards, almost exclusively Erbaluce. It is here we find the 2021 Cieck Erbaluce di Caluso "Misobolo" ($29.99). This wine greets you with a fragrant nose filled with pear and hawthorn berry accompanied by lingering mineral notes. On the palate, the structure remains firm with both body and acidity to create a perfect balance. The finish trails off with a dominant savory aftertaste. While always delicious with regional cheeses, this wine is a perfect pairing for Grilled Swordfish Salmorglio, and also works well with a traditional vegetable pasta such as Orecchiette alle Cime di Rapa. Saturday we pour both the 2021 Cieck Erbaluce di Caluso "Misobolo" ($29.99) and the 2019 Domaine Anderson Estate Pinot Noir ($54.99) Pictured, the 2021 Cieck Erbaluce di Caluso "Misobolo" ($29.99) ... (read more)

This weekend marks Mother's Day and whatever your plans may be they can certainly be enhanced with a thoughtfully selected bottle of wine. Francos Wine Merchants has all of Mom's favorites, including a terrific new arrival from the Anderson Valley in California. Today we present to you the 2021 Domaine Anderson Estate Chardonnay ($34.99). It greets you with a vibrant nose of tangerine zest and grilled peach, letting you know this wine is alive with flavor. The palate is crisp and bright while unveiling flavors of Meyer lemon and baked apple, yet there's a captivating depth that provides impeccable balance and energy guiding you through a delightful and lingering finish. The 2021 Domaine Anderson Estate Chardonnay ($34.99) is a true journey of flavor in every glass. Saturday we pour both the 2021 Domaine Anderson Estate Chardonnay ($34.99) and the 2019 L'Abeille de Fieuzal ($42.99) - two wines that will make a perfect addition to any Mother's Day Celebration. Pictured, the 2021 Domaine Anderson Estate Chardonnay ($34.99) ... (read more)

Nothing shines like the wines from the Veneto, an Italian region which is home to many classic wines. Our journey today brings us to the estate of Monte Dall'Ora, nestled in the hillsides of the Veneto where we find our feature wine, the 2022 Monte Dall'Ora Valpolicella Saseti ($23.99). The Corvena, Corvione, Rondinella, Oseleta and Molinara vines give this wine a rich layer of complexity. It enjoys aromatics of green bell pepper followed by soft raspberries and crushed rocks. On the palate, cherry and small red fruit are present leading you into a stony finish with a hint of mineral. Classically styled, this blend of grapes is a wonderful accompaniment to many of your spring pasta dishes, but as the summer approaches, you can also enjoy this wine with a slight chill. Saturday we pour both the 2022 Monte Dall'Ora Valpolicella Saseti ($23.99) along with the Dignitat Cava ($15.99), a bright and fresh sparkling wine from Spain. Pictured, the 2022 Monte Dall'Ora Valpolicella Saseti ($23.99) ... (read more)