June 15th Picks: A Rhone Classic & A Summer Ready Sparkling Rose

Old vine benchmark Chateauneuf on sale this week, plus a beautiful Piedmont sparkling rose for summer splendor.

Jun 15, 2026

Caitlin Peter's Pick

Clos Saint Jean Vielles Vignes Chateauneuf du Pape 2021 - ON SALE THIS WEEK! Shop the deals via the link below.

For over a century, the Maurel family has cultivated vineyards in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, establishing Clos Saint Jean as one of the region's most respected estates. Today, brothers Vincent and Pascal Maurel continue that legacy, crafting wines that beautifully express the unique terroir of the Southern Rhône. Sourced from the estate's oldest Grenache vines and supported by Syrah and Mourvèdre, the 2021 Vieilles Vignes delivers layers of black cherry, raspberry, garrigue, and spice. Rich and concentrated yet remarkably poised, it showcases the balance and elegance that define this classic vintage.

Melanie Kaman's Pick

Contratto For England Rose, Alta Langa 2017

Contratto started over 150 years ago and in 2011 was purchased by Giorgio Rivetti of La Spinetta fame. These are beautiful sparkling wines grown in the Piedmonte region in Italy, made by Method Champenoise. The For England Rose is a dry style made from 100% Pinot Noir and aged on the lees for 42 months. The finished product is extremely elegant and precise with hints of citrus peel, wild rose, mandarin and brioche. The palate is intense and well structured with notes of peach, thyme, and marzipan and has a lovely creamy texture. Enjoy with some proscuitto and melon this summer!