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They say Chardonnay is the tofu of wine. Neutral tasting in its elemental form, but exemplary in absorbing and reflecting terroir and élevage. This blank canvas characteristic is what makes...

This wine is so well made, so exquisite in delivering Burgundy's elusive powerful elegance, it will make you forget all about chasing the region's more famous villages and glitzy domaines. This...

June at the shop means tons of late spring veggies, longer days, and wines that pair perfectly with both. Join the club to lock in this month’s box—three curated bottles that move seamlessly...

If I lived in France, Lilian Duplessis' wines would never make it to the United States (very little do!). I would commit myself to consuming his entire production each vintage, that's how...

This weekend kicks off the unofficial 'official' start of summer. As a seasonal drinker, this means my weekend will be filled with light-bodied, refreshing wines served cold (yes, even reds)....

I spend a lot of time and effort 'discovering' new regions and producers in an attempt to bring quality and value to the shelves of Monarch. Invariably, as the discoveries are more...