{"title":"EATS by Wine Stop | FC","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0336\/4743\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_Jun_9_2026_01_15_55_PM_2.png?v=1781036304\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFried chicken is crunch, salt, spice, oil, crispy skin, hot sauce, pickles, mayo, and sometimes serious heat.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe best fried chicken wines are fresh, bright, and palate-cleansing. Sparkling wines, pét-nats, rosés, crisp whites, and chillable reds can cut through the richness and keep every bite exciting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat with:\u003c\/strong\u003e fried chicken, hot chicken, chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, wings, spicy nuggets, fries, and coleslaw.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrdering fried chicken tonight? Start here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cairats-seleccio-copy","title":"❄️ Piedra Verdejo","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"317\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eIN STOCK — Drink Better Starts Now\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"359\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"359\"\u003eDriver: Easy \u0026amp; Familiar 🍷 | Crafted\u003cbr\u003eBest In: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/products\/white-wine-glass-so\" title=\"Textured White Glass\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTextured\u003c\/a\u003e Glass - \u003c\/strong\u003eEvery wine is shown in the glass we recommend for it. Hover over the image on desktop or tap the image on mobile to view the glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"359\"\u003e❄️ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServe chilled.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"359\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"388\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRueda, Spain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"376\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Verdejo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eA textured, organically farmed Verdejo from Rueda—fermented and aged \u003cem data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"471\"\u003esobre lías\u003c\/em\u003e to add depth without losing the grape’s natural brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"jfrmaz\" data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e* Wine Term: Sobre lías\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e“On the lees.” The wine rests on its natural yeast sediments after fermentation, adding texture, subtle richness, and complexity—without sacrificing freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"41hkrh\" data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"756\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eWhy Try It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"821\"\u003eBecause Verdejo isn’t just about freshness—it’s about character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"952\"\u003eBright citrus, green pear, and fennel lead, layered with a gentle creaminess from lees aging. There’s energy, but also structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eFresh, yes. Not simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"k1e018\" data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eWhy Buy It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eOrganically farmed fruit\u003cbr data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eLees-aged for added texture and depth\u003cbr data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003eFrom Rueda—Spain’s benchmark region for Verdejo\u003cbr data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eBright enough for seafood, structured enough for richer dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eA serious white at an everyday price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1q89mtg\" data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eCellar \u0026amp; Serving Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eDrink now for freshness and energy.\u003cbr data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eServe well chilled: 46–50°F \/ 8–10°C.\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003eNo decant needed—open and go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eGreat with seafood, grilled vegetables, salads, and light pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13z8f5d\" data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1446\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eRegion: Rueda DO, Castilla y León, Spain\u003cbr data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003eProducer: Estancia Piedra (Toro, Spain)\u003cbr data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003eGrapes: 100% Verdejo\u003cbr data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003eVintage: 2022\u003cbr data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eStyle: Fresh yet textured Spanish white\u003cbr data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eBody: Medium\u003cbr data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003eAcidity: Bright, lively\u003cbr data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eAlcohol: 13%\u003cbr data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eFarming: Certified Organic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"142h42r\" data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1724\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eA Short Note on Rueda\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eRueda is Spain’s reference point for Verdejo—high-altitude vineyards and a continental climate preserve acidity and aromatic lift. While traditionally crisp and direct, many producers now use lees aging to add dimension without losing clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eTranslation:\u003c\/strong\u003e freshness with shape.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/products\/alcoholic-beverages\" title=\"65 Warning\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProposition 65 Warning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Piedra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44025132843143,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0336\/4743\/files\/PiedraVerdejo.jpg?v=1779820037"},{"product_id":"pronto-lambrusco-secco","title":"❄️ Pronto Lambrusco Rosso Frizzante Secco","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"365\" data-start=\"321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"365\" data-start=\"321\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"314\"\u003eIN STORE — Drink Better Starts Now\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"320\" data-start=\"300\" data-section-id=\"ja5u51\"\u003eLambrusco Secco\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"365\" data-start=\"321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"365\" data-start=\"321\"\u003e50% Viadanese · 30% Maestri · 20% Marani\u003cbr\u003eDriver: From a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"From a Place\" href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/collections\/from-a-place\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlace\u003c\/a\u003e | Crafted\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"684\" data-start=\"393\"\u003ePronto Lambrusco Secco is a lively, dry sparkling, award winning red from the historic Lambrusco zone around Mantova. Made from three traditional Lambrusco varieties, it delivers bright red fruit, refreshing acidity, and the unmistakable energy that makes Lambrusco one of Italy’s most food-friendly wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"747\" data-start=\"686\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"747\" data-start=\"686\"\u003eReal Lambrusco: red, dry, lively, and made for the table.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1079\" data-start=\"754\"\u003e*\u003cstrong data-end=\"766\" data-start=\"757\"\u003eSecco\u003c\/strong\u003e means “dry.” In Lambrusco, this typically indicates wines with modest residual sugar but a distinctly refreshing, savory finish. With about 12 g\/L RS, Pronto Lambrusco Secco remains balanced by natural acidity and lively bubbles, giving the wine a crisp, drinkable character rather than noticeable sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1101\" data-start=\"1086\" data-section-id=\"y3707x\"\u003eWhy Try It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1194\" data-start=\"1103\"\u003eBecause Lambrusco at its best is joyful, refreshing, and incredibly versatile at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1452\" data-start=\"1196\"\u003ePronto shows \u003cstrong data-end=\"1258\" data-start=\"1209\"\u003efresh cherry, raspberry, and wild berry notes\u003c\/strong\u003e, lifted by lively bubbles and bright acidity. The blend of Viadanese, Maestri, and Marani brings both fruitiness and structure, while the gentle fizz keeps the wine energetic and easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1558\" data-start=\"1454\"\u003eThis is the kind of wine that feels at home with food, conversation, and long evenings around the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1607\" data-start=\"1560\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1607\" data-start=\"1560\"\u003eOpen, pour, and watch the bottle disappear.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1629\" data-start=\"1614\" data-section-id=\"b75830\"\u003eWhy Buy It?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1631\"\u003e• Authentic Lambrusco from the Mantova zone\u003cbr data-end=\"1677\" data-start=\"1674\"\u003e• Blend of traditional Lambrusco varieties unique to the region\u003cbr data-end=\"1722\" data-start=\"1719\"\u003e• Lightly sparkling, fresh, and food-friendly\u003cbr data-end=\"1770\" data-start=\"1767\"\u003e• Perfect with pizza, charcuterie, and pasta dishes\u003cbr data-end=\"1824\" data-start=\"1821\"\u003e• One of Italy’s most versatile everyday wines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1903\" data-start=\"1877\" data-section-id=\"1sdh6pw\"\u003eCellar \u0026amp; Serving Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1962\" data-start=\"1905\"\u003eDrink young to enjoy its fresh fruit and vibrant sparkle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2038\" data-start=\"1964\"\u003eServe well chilled (45–50°F).\u003cbr data-end=\"1996\" data-start=\"1993\"\u003eNo decanting needed — just open and enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2061\" data-start=\"2045\" data-section-id=\"1bkpv75\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2507\" data-start=\"2063\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2074\" data-start=\"2063\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mantova, Lombardy, Italy\u003cbr data-end=\"2181\" data-start=\"2178\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2192\" data-start=\"2181\"\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50% Viadanese · 30% Maestri · 20% Marani\u003cbr data-end=\"2273\" data-start=\"2270\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2283\" data-start=\"2273\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel\u003cbr data-end=\"2302\" data-start=\"2299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2312\" data-start=\"2302\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly sparkling red (Lambrusco Rosso Frizzante Secco)\u003cbr data-end=\"2355\" data-start=\"2352\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2364\" data-start=\"2355\"\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light–Medium\u003cbr data-end=\"2380\" data-start=\"2377\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2392\" data-start=\"2380\"\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright and refreshing\u003cbr data-end=\"2417\" data-start=\"2414\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2429\" data-start=\"2417\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~11% ABV\u003cbr data-end=\"2441\" data-start=\"2438\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2460\" data-start=\"2441\"\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 g\/\u003cbr data-end=\"2487\" data-start=\"2484\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2697\" data-start=\"2514\"\u003e“Bright red fruit, lively bubbles, and refreshing acidity make this Lambrusco an easygoing yet characterful red. Fresh cherry and raspberry notes carry through a clean, crisp finish.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2726\" data-start=\"2699\"\u003e— Independent Wine Reviewer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2760\" data-start=\"2733\" data-section-id=\"1d2sfr3\"\u003eAbout Mantova Lambrusco\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3028\" data-start=\"2762\"\u003eThe Lambrusco zone around Mantova, just north of Emilia-Romagna, has produced lightly sparkling red wines for centuries. Local varieties such as \u003cstrong data-end=\"2941\" data-start=\"2907\"\u003eViadanese, Maestri, and Marani\u003c\/strong\u003e create wines known for their bright fruit, gentle fizz, and natural food friendliness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3158\" data-start=\"3030\"\u003eHistorically, Lambrusco was a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3087\" data-start=\"3060\"\u003edry, vibrant table wine\u003c\/strong\u003e, served slightly chilled alongside the rich cuisine of northern Italy. Time to rediscover (real) Lambrusco.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlog: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/blogs\/vineyard-to-shelf-dispatch\/blogs-vineyard-to-shelf-dispatch-lambrusco-day\" title=\"Lambrusco Secco\"\u003eWorld Lambrusco Day: June 21\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Stop Wine Shops \u0026 Tasting Bars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44178018926727,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0336\/4743\/files\/IMG_0495.jpg?v=1780768930"},{"product_id":"contracena-petnat-white","title":"❄️ Contracena Pet Nat White","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eIN STOCK — Drink Better Starts Now\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"84\"\u003eDriver: By \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/vineyard-to-shelf-dispatch\/may-2026\" title=\"By Process\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProcess\u003c\/a\u003e [Pet Nat] | Crafted\u003cbr\u003eBest In: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/products\/white-wine-glass-so\" title=\"Textured Sparkling Glass\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTextured\u003c\/a\u003e Glass - \u003c\/strong\u003eEvery wine is shown in the glass we recommend for it. Hover over the image on desktop or tap the image on mobile to view the glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"84\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e❄️ \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServe well chilled\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"84\"\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"124\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTejo, Portugal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"105\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Fernão Pires\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"269\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA naturally sparkling white from Portugal’s Tejo region — made as a true Pétillant Naturel and bottled unfiltered with its natural lees intact\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"518\"\u003eProduced at Quinta da Ribeirinha, this Pet Nat* begins in hillside vineyards influenced by both inland warmth and cooling Atlantic air. The combination allows Fernão Pires to retain freshness and aromatic lift while developing texture and ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eThe grapes were harvested by hand in early August specifically for sparkling wine production — capturing vibrant acidity and lower alcohol potential. After direct pressing, the must was clarified by flotation and fermented slowly with indigenous yeasts at cool temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003eBefore fermentation finished, the wine was bottled without filtration, allowing the remaining sugars to complete fermentation naturally in bottle. The result is a living sparkling wine with fine bubbles, natural sediment, and layered texture from its lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eThis is sparkling wine made through timing, patience, and fermentation itself — not manipulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Wine Term: Pet Nat (Pétillant Naturel)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA naturally sparkling wine bottled before primary fermentation is complete. The remaining sugars finish fermenting in bottle, creating carbonation naturally without added yeast or sugar. Often bottled unfiltered, leaving fine lees and a more textured, raw expression.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003eOnly about 3,000 bottles were made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"y3707x\" data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Try It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1564\"\u003eBecause Fernão Pires rarely appears like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1566\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eInstead of becoming broad or overly aromatic, it was picked early and transformed into something sharper, fresher, and more mineral-driven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1910\"\u003eCloudy pale citrus in the glass, with aromas of white plum, peach, lime zest, and delicate floral notes. The mousse is soft and enveloping, while the lees bring texture and persistence without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1912\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eFresh, energetic, and quietly complex — this is Pet Nat focused on precision rather than trendiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"b75830\" data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5hqtcq\" data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eRare Pet Nat from 100% Fernão Pires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dat4ir\" data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003eIndigenous yeast fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w1z34b\" data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003eBottled unfiltered with fine lees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f47rye\" data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003eLimited production: 3,000 bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fsr64g\" data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003eBright citrus, stone fruit, and mineral tension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2k63v4\" data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eTraditional bottle fermentation without additives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2417\"\u003eA compelling sparkling wine for drinkers looking beyond industrial bubbles and toward wines with texture, movement, and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1sdh6pw\" data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2445\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellar \u0026amp; Serving Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2489\"\u003eDrink now for maximum freshness and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003eServe well chilled: 45–50°F \/ 7–10°C\u003cbr data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGently invert before opening if you want to integrate the lees, or pour carefully for a clearer glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2751\"\u003eExcellent as an aperitif, with oysters, grilled shrimp, sushi, ceviche, or simply salty snacks and good conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bkpv75\" data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2769\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"3133\"\u003eRegion: Tejo, Portugal\u003cbr data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2795\"\u003eGrapes: 100% Fernão Pires\u003cbr data-start=\"2820\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eStyle: Pétillant Naturel White Sparkling\u003cbr data-start=\"2863\" data-end=\"2866\"\u003eBody: Light to medium-light\u003cbr data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2896\"\u003eAcidity: Fresh and crisp\u003cbr data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2923\"\u003eAlcohol: 12%\u003cbr data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"2938\"\u003eSugar: Dry\u003cbr data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003eFarming: Sustainable \/ Integrated Viticulture\u003cbr data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eProduction: 3,000 bottles\u003cbr data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3027\"\u003eFiltration: Unfiltered (contains fine lees)\u003cbr data-start=\"3070\" data-end=\"3073\"\u003eFermentation: Indigenous yeasts, bottled before completion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cxuay\" data-start=\"3135\" data-end=\"3167\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Short Note on Fernão Pires\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3168\" data-end=\"3500\"\u003eFernão Pires is one of Portugal’s oldest and most widely planted white grapes, traditionally known for aromatic, generous wines. But when harvested early and used for sparkling production, the grape shifts character entirely — becoming more citrus-driven, saline, and tension-filled while still retaining its expressive personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"w2j92o\" data-start=\"3502\" data-end=\"3526\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Short Note on Tejo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3527\" data-end=\"3804\"\u003eTejo, just northeast of Lisbon, has historically been associated with warmer-climate wines. But vineyards like Quinta da Ribeirinha show a different side of the region — where elevation, limestone-clay soils, and cooler nighttime temperatures preserve freshness and definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3806\" data-end=\"3860\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eTranslation: more precision, more energy, less weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/products\/alcoholic-beverages\" title=\"65 Warning\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProposition 65 Warning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"QdR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44182391128199,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0336\/4743\/files\/Contracena-PET-NAT.jpg?v=1779818325"},{"product_id":"contracena-petnat-rose","title":"❄️ Contracena Pet Nat Rosé","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"236\" data-end=\"281\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eIN STOCK — Drink Better Starts Now\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"318\"\u003eDriver: By \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Process\" href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/blogs\/vineyard-to-shelf-dispatch\/may-2026\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProcess\u003c\/a\u003e [Pet Nat] | Crafted\u003cbr\u003eBest In: \u003ca title=\"Textured Rose Glass\" href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/products\/white-wine-glass-so\"\u003eTextured\u003c\/a\u003e Glass - \u003c\/strong\u003eEvery wine is shown in the glass we recommend for it. Hover over the image on desktop or tap the image on mobile to view the glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"318\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e❄️\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eServe well chilled.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"318\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"350\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTejo, Portugal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"337\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Castelão\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"637\" data-start=\"479\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA rare sparkling expression of Castelão from Portugal’s \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eTejo regio \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e— made as a Pétillant Naturel and bottled with its natural lees.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"909\" data-start=\"644\"\u003eSourced from hillside vineyards at Quinta da Ribeirinha, set in a transitional zone between Atlantic and inland Portugal, the site combines warm days with notably cooler nights—preserving acidity and aromatic precision essential for sparkling wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eHarvested by hand in early August, the grapes were picked specifically for sparkling production—capturing freshness and natural acidity at lower ripeness. Planted on clay-limestone soils, the vineyards naturally regulate water while adding tension, salinity, and structural freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"651\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eFermentation began naturally with indigenous yeasts. Before completion, the wine was bottled unfiltered, allowing fermentation to finish in bottle—creating its sparkle and preserving fine lees for texture and energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eRaw, lively, and unpolished in the best sense—this is sparkling wine driven by process, not formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"bmur9c\" data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003e* Wine Term: Pet Nat (Pétillant Naturel)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eA naturally sparkling wine bottled before primary fermentation is complete. The remaining sugars finish fermenting in bottle, creating carbonation without added yeast or sugar. Often unfiltered, with natural lees present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1321\"\u003eOnly about \u003cstrong data-end=\"302\" data-start=\"285\"\u003e3,000 bottles\u003c\/strong\u003e were made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"41hkrh\" data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eWhy Try It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eBecause Castelão isn’t supposed to taste like this - picked early and reimagined as something lighter, more vibrant, and more saline than its classic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003eCloudy, pale pink, and alive in the glass. Wild strawberry, fresh red berries, and a subtle savory edge that keeps it sharp and refreshing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eThe mousse is soft, the lees add texture, and the whole wine feels energetic rather than polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eThis is sparkling wine stripped back to its essentials—less about perfection, more about expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"k1e018\" data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003eWhy Buy It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eRare Pet Nat from 100% Castelão\u003cbr data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eIndigenous fermentation, bottled unfiltered\u003cbr data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eLimited production 3,000 bottles\u003cbr data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003eFresh, early-harvest style from Tejo\u003cbr data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003eBright fruit with savory, textured depth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003eA compelling bottle for those looking beyond the usual sparkling wines—toward something more precise, more alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1q89mtg\" data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eCellar \u0026amp; Serving Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eDrink now for maximum freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003eServe well chilled: 45–50°F \/ 7–10°C\u003cbr data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eGently invert before opening to incorporate the lees, or pour carefully for a clearer glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2285\"\u003eAperitif, small plates, salads, light pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13z8f5d\" data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003eRegion: Tejo, Portugal\u003cbr data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2338\"\u003eGrapes: 100% Castelão\u003cbr data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003eStyle: Pétillant Naturel Rosé\u003cbr data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2394\"\u003eBody: Medium-light\u003cbr data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003eAcidity: Fresh and lively\u003cbr data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003eAlcohol: 12%\u003cbr data-start=\"2451\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003eSugar: 1 g\/L (bone-dry)\u003cbr data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eFarming: Sustainable \/ Integrated Viticulture\u003cbr data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003eProduction: 3,000 bottles\u003cbr data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2498\"\u003eFiltration: Unfiltered (contains fine lees)\u003cbr data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2544\"\u003eFermentation: Indigenous yeasts, bottled before completion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"iz484w\" data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003eA Short Note on Tejo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003eTejo, just northeast of Lisbon, has long been known for warm-climate wines. But in sites like Quinta da Ribeirinha, elevation, clay-limestone soils, and a subtle Atlantic influence shift the style—cooler nights, brighter acidity, and more precise wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2878\"\u003eTranslation:\u003c\/strong\u003e more freshness, more energy, less weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"65 Warning\" href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/products\/alcoholic-beverages\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProposition 65 Warning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"QdR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44528927703175,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0336\/4743\/files\/Contracena-Rose-PET-NAT_52a1b721-e4f0-46d1-a72b-bfc8e06e9a73.jpg?v=1779818538"},{"product_id":"enrico-valentne-red","title":"❄️ EV Red","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"34\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIN STORE — Drink Better Starts Now\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"90\" data-start=\"36\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriver: By \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Process\" href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/blogs\/vineyard-to-shelf-dispatch\/may-2026\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProcess\u003c\/a\u003e (Carbonic Maceration) | Crafted\u003cbr\u003eBest In: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/products\/red-wine-glass-ab\" title=\"Broad-Bowl Red Glass\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBroad-Bowl\u003c\/a\u003e Glass - \u003c\/strong\u003eEvery wine is shown in the glass we recommend for it. Hover over the image on desktop or tap the image on mobile to view the glass.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e❄️ A short chill brings this wine into focus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"463\" data-start=\"92\"\u003eThe 2023 growing season in Sonoma Valley delivered a rare combination: power shaped by patience. A winter of record rainfall—nearly double the norm—followed by a cooler season delayed bud break and stretched ripening deep into late October. Yields were generous, but the real story is hang time: an extended season that brought freshness, structure, and depth into focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"735\" data-start=\"465\"\u003eWhat defines this wine, however, is not just the vintage—but the process. Traditional carbonic maceration and partial whole-cluster fermentation bring lift, energy, vivid aromatics, and texture to the blend, shaping a California red that feels vibrant rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"943\" data-start=\"737\"\u003eThe fruit is sourced exclusively from organically and regeneratively farmed vineyards under the care of the Coturri family—sites that are not just vineyards, but part of Sonoma Valley’s modern wine history:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1199\" data-start=\"945\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"969\" data-start=\"945\"\u003eDos Limones Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e — organically farmed since 1979\u003cbr data-end=\"1004\" data-start=\"1001\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1025\" data-start=\"1004\"\u003eBarricia Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e — originally planted in the 1880s\u003cbr data-end=\"1062\" data-start=\"1059\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1083\" data-start=\"1062\"\u003eBrushera Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e — at the base of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMoon Mountain District\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"1138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1156\" data-start=\"1141\"\u003eRossi Ranch\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of Sonoma Valley’s benchmark sites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1213\" data-start=\"1201\" data-section-id=\"1brt3y5\"\u003eThe Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1388\" data-start=\"1215\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1232\" data-start=\"1215\"\u003e72% Zinfandel\u003c\/strong\u003e — dark blackberry, black cherry, core depth\u003cbr data-end=\"1279\" data-start=\"1276\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1295\" data-start=\"1279\"\u003e25% Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e — lift, red fruit brightness, spice\u003cbr data-end=\"1334\" data-start=\"1331\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1353\" data-start=\"1334\"\u003e3% Petite Sirah\u003c\/strong\u003e — structure, tannin, darker edge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1476\" data-start=\"1390\"\u003eZinfandel forms the backbone. Grenache brings energy. Petite Sirah tightens the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1491\" data-start=\"1478\" data-section-id=\"1ly5eev\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1700\" data-start=\"1493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1505\" data-start=\"1493\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late October 2023\u003cbr data-end=\"1526\" data-start=\"1523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1543\" data-start=\"1526\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native yeast, carbonic maceration, 3–5 day cold soak, 2–6 weeks on skins\u003cbr data-end=\"1619\" data-start=\"1616\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1637\" data-start=\"1619\"\u003eWhole Cluster:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10%\u003cbr data-end=\"1644\" data-start=\"1641\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1654\" data-start=\"1644\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 months in French oak (10% new puncheon*)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1917\" data-start=\"1702\"\u003eA hands-off, structure-driven approach—guided by vineyard and fermentation, not heavy oak extraction. Carbonic maceration adds aromatic lift and freshness, helping preserve vibrancy even at full California ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"1919\" data-section-id=\"1j5nz1a\"\u003eWhy Try It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2104\" data-start=\"1935\"\u003eHistoric Sonoma vineyards. Organic farming. Native fermentation. Carbonic maceration used with restraint and intention—not for gimmick, but for balance and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2160\" data-start=\"2106\"\u003eA California blend that remembers where it comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2176\" data-start=\"2162\" data-section-id=\"19dg04v\"\u003eWhy Buy It?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2233\" data-start=\"2178\"\u003eBecause not all California reds need to taste the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2446\" data-start=\"2235\"\u003eThis one shows site, structure, and restraint—without losing California’s natural warmth. Carbonic maceration brings energy and brightness to the blend, keeping the wine focused, lifted, and alive on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2620\" data-start=\"2448\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMoon Mountain District\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e leaves its imprint here: elevation, volcanic soils, and exposure shaping a wine with tension, depth, and backbone—even within a blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2647\" data-start=\"2622\" data-section-id=\"168b087\"\u003eCellar \u0026amp; Serving Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2733\" data-start=\"2649\"\u003eDry. Structured. Balanced.\u003cbr data-end=\"2678\" data-start=\"2675\"\u003eRipe fruit without sweetness. Structure without excess.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2848\" data-start=\"2735\"\u003eDrink over the next 5–7 years, where fruit and structure stay in sync.\u003cbr data-end=\"2808\" data-start=\"2805\"\u003e(10+ years? Possible—but not the point.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2870\" data-start=\"2850\"\u003eBuilt for the table:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2948\" data-start=\"2872\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2890\" data-start=\"2872\" data-section-id=\"3tjn8u\"\u003eGrilled steaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2907\" data-start=\"2891\" data-section-id=\"mn05cw\"\u003eBraised lamb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2931\" data-start=\"2908\" data-section-id=\"9gkj1o\"\u003eHearty pasta dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2948\" data-start=\"2932\" data-section-id=\"192lvep\"\u003eAged cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2965\" data-start=\"2950\" data-section-id=\"mbxo9e\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3182\" data-start=\"2967\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2983\" data-start=\"2967\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sonoma Valley\u003cbr data-end=\"3000\" data-start=\"2997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3012\" data-start=\"3000\"\u003eFarming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic \/ in conversion\u003cbr data-end=\"3039\" data-start=\"3036\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3051\" data-start=\"3039\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goblet\u003cbr data-end=\"3061\" data-start=\"3058\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3076\" data-start=\"3061\"\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750 cases\u003cbr data-end=\"3089\" data-start=\"3086\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3101\" data-start=\"3089\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.1%\u003cbr data-end=\"3110\" data-start=\"3107\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3120\" data-start=\"3110\"\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 months French oak, 10% new puncheon*\u003cbr data-end=\"3163\" data-start=\"3160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3175\" data-start=\"3163\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3210\" data-start=\"3184\"\u003e* \u003cstrong data-end=\"3210\" data-start=\"3187\"\u003eWine Term: Puncheon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3289\" data-start=\"3212\"\u003eA puncheon is a large oak barrel (500–600L), bigger than a standard barrique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3311\" data-start=\"3291\"\u003eBecause of its size:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3391\" data-start=\"3313\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3334\" data-start=\"3313\" data-section-id=\"56w2gi\"\u003eLess wood contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3361\" data-start=\"3335\" data-section-id=\"cysu81\"\u003eSlower oxygen exchange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3391\" data-start=\"3362\" data-section-id=\"lwgsz8\"\u003eMore subtle oak influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"3448\" data-start=\"3393\"\u003eTranslation: texture and integration—not oak dominance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"65 Warning\" href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/products\/alcoholic-beverages\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProposition 65 Warning\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Sixteen 600 Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44556812058759,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0336\/4743\/files\/Winery-Sixteen-600-2023-EV-Red-Blend-_Zinfandel_-Grenache_-Petite-Sirah_-product-image-459-large_1_39999548-c2eb-4b79-9b81-ef04d35b1b0d.png?v=1779674904"},{"product_id":"k-naia","title":"❄️ K-Naia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"95\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"95\"\u003eIN STORE — Drink Better Starts Now\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"315\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eDriver: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/collections\/easy-familiar\" title=\"Easy \u0026amp; Familiar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy \u0026amp; Familiar\u003c\/a\u003e | Crafted\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"179\"\u003eBest In: \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"WSR Glass\" href=\"https:\/\/mywinestop.com\/products\/white-wine-glass-ap\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWRS Glass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e | Every wine is shown in the glass we recommend for it. Hover over the image on desktop or tap the image on mobile to view the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"317\" data-end=\"338\"\u003eD.O. Rueda, Spain\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eLa Seca, Valladolid\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"404\"\u003e85% Verdejo \/ 15% Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"407\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"552\"\u003eK-Naia is exactly what a great everyday white should be: bright, clean, lively, and easy to enjoy without being boring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eMade in La Seca, one of the key villages of D.O. Rueda, this wine brings together classic Verdejo structure with a splash of Sauvignon Blanc for extra lift. The Verdejo gives it freshness, texture, and that subtle, pleasantly bitter finish the grape is known for. The Sauvignon Blanc adds a more aromatic, tropical edge — kiwi, citrus, herbs, and a little extra snap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1040\"\u003eThe result is a refreshing dry white that feels cheerful, crisp, and immediately useful at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"rd4aou\" data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Term: La Seca\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003eLa Seca is a village within \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Rueda DO\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foodswinesfromspain.com\/en\/wine\/regions\/duero-river-valley\/rueda-do\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eD.O. Rueda\u003c\/a\u003e, in Spain’s Valladolid province, and one of the region’s most important areas for Verdejo. The winery’s vineyards sit at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003e750–800 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e above sea level, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003elimestone clay soils layered with sandy clay and pebbles\u003c\/strong\u003e. Those high-altitude conditions and stony soils help shape the wine’s freshness, aromatic lift, and clean mineral feel. The winery lists the average vine age for K-Naia at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003e15 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"y3707x\" data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Try It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eBecause it delivers exactly what many people want from a white wine: freshness, aroma, and easy drinkability. Think kiwi, citrus, fresh herbs, a touch of anise, and a crisp finish that keeps the wine moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"b75830\" data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1796\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003eBecause at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003e$14\u003c\/strong\u003e, K-Naia is a serious value. It is not a complicated wine, and it is not trying to be. It is a well-made, cheerful, DRY Spanish white that works for weeknights, parties, seafood, tapas, salads, and that first glass while cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tlcxq9\" data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2083\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellar \u0026amp; Serving \/ Pairing Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eServe at:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–48°F \/ 7–9°C.\u003cbr data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eBest enjoyed fresh, young, and chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003ePairs beautifully with light tapas, olives, goat cheese, white fish, grilled shrimp, ceviche, vegetable risotto, mushroom quiche, paella, and simple seafood dishes. The winery also recommends it with rice dishes, fish, vegetable and wild mushroom quiches, and light appetizers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e*****\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot Good for the Price. Just Good.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWine may be the only beverage people suddenly think improves when the price goes down. Pour someone a lousy wine at $25 and they’ll say, “No thanks.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTell them the same wine is now $10, and somehow it becomes “pretty good for the price.” But the wine didn’t change. Only the excuse did.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt Wine Stop, we don’t buy excuses. A wine is either enjoyable, balanced, and worth drinking — or it isn’t. That’s why finding wines at $15 and under is one of the hardest things we do. 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