Our importers seek out the highest quality family owned wineries from around the globe. Many of them practice sustainable and organic technique. Here in New Hampshire, F&F Wine Imports has the privilege of selecting first hand from these sources to bring the best quality to value to the local market. Ask for our wines at your favorite retailer, restaurant or e-mail us at
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Moods and temperatures swing like heads at a Phish concert, it’s autumn and we’re living in color central. Although I never winterize the grill on the back porch, I’m back in the kitchen filling the air with new spice, fresh picks from the farmer’s markets, and crankin’ up the oven. With heartier food our palates yearn for heartier wine.
The Whites: Banyan Gewurztraminer, Monterey County, California
World Class Gewurztraminer for the money. Collectors are blown away by this wine! Soaring spicy aromatics, and off dry tropical - pineapple and spice palate, and a huge flowery spicy finish. Awesome acidity, off-dry but not sweet. Our friend Kenny specializes in wine that pairs extraordinarily with spicier dishes. Try it for yourself!
Vinas de Balbo White, Mendoza, Argentina
A tantalizing blend of Ugni Blanc and Chardonnay. Ugni who?? I was familiar with this grape from France but had no idea it grew in Argentina. Well it’s a hit! Good body and fresh acidity, it’s like a hopped up pinot gris. Try with baked stuffed sole.
The Reds: Jelu Pinot Noir, Patagonia, Argentina
Second to Central Otago in New Zealand, this southern most region of Patagonia is producing killer Pinot! I love this wine, it’s medium red in color, with sweet blueberry and plum aromas with a hint of wild thyme. Juicy plum and mulberry flavors are balanced by fresh acidity with rich mineral notes from the red alluvial soils. Great with Lamb chops.
Midslope Rhone Red, Rasteau, France
A traditional Rhone blend of 60% Syrah and 40% Grenache. This is old world juice in a new world package (it simply says Midslope Rhone Red). Wonderful brambly fruit loaded with white pepper and laced with tobacco, leads to an amazingly smooth finish. You can’t help but go back for more!
Familia Mayol Bonarda, Vista Flores, Argentina
There’s definitely Italian influence in Argentina and this is a biggie. Bonarda originated in Piedmont, in the northwest. In Mendoza it is now the most widely planted varietal and one of the last grapes to be harvested. The aromatics of this wine are mind-boggling. Mint, eucalyptus, and cocoa rise from the glass, followed by dark blackberry flavors. This is my choice for Osso Bucco!
Vinedos de los Vientos Tannat, Atlantida, Uruguay
From ‘The Winery of the Winds’ comes this wine native to France. Tannat is to Uruguay as Malbec is to Argentina. The subtle aromas suggest terroir, but in the mouth there is abundant fruit and spice and silky tannins on the finish. This is a fantastic wine with roasted meats and a little hard to find as the folks in Uruguay tend to keep it to themselves.
The Guardian Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County, California
We believe this to be one of the best values available from Sonoma and think you’ll agree! Big and jammy, great for sippin’ in the cooler air. Bring a bottle over to a friends today..
Echeverria Cabernet Sauvignon Limited Edition, Central Valley, Chile
Roberto Echeverria sources only the best Cabernet from his long term contract partners in the Central Valley. He blends in some Carmenere and Syrah and only produces it in outstanding vintages. This wine is simply amazing!! If you like density, flavors of mocha, mint, cedar box, tar and molasses, well this is for you. Drink now thru eternity!
With the exception of the last selection, you will find these wines in the $10 to $20 range.
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Our importers seek out the highest quality family owned wineries from around the globe. Many of them practice sustainable and organic technique. Here in New Hampshire, F&F Wine Imports has the privilege of selecting first hand from these sources to bring the best quality to value to the local market. Ask for our wines at your favorite retailer, restaurant or e-mail us at
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