Welcome to The Wine Country, Southern California's Favorite Destination for Fine Wine, Artisan Spirits, Craft Beer, Gourmet Foods and Custom Gift Baskets.
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2301 Redondo Ave
Signal Hill, California 90755
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Cowhorn 2010 Spiral 36
Oregon means the Willamette Valley and Pinot Noir to most of us, but there's a small but thriving wine region in the southern part of the state near Medford and Grant's Pass. This small organic and biodynamic winery in the Applegate Valley is getting notice for the beauty and purity of its wines, including this delightful blend of white Rhone varieties called "Spiral 36." A blend of Viognier (40%), Roussanne (30%) and Marsanne (30%), this delicious white is filled with bright lemon and pear scents accented with a flinty minerality that keeps the wine crisp and lively on the palate. It's round and rich but not heavy or ponderous, and the character of the Rhone varieties comes through. A refreshing complement to fish or chicken dishes, but also delightful sipped all by itself, this is a great value in a white Rhone blend. |
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$22.99
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Heger 2011 Pinot Gris Trocken
Pinot Gris seems to do well in a lot of places from Alsace to Oregon, but although it’s not the most widely planted variety in Germany, it’s an important one and is usually of high quality. It’s rounder, softer, and presents a lighthearted, lively drinkability. This dry bottling from the most respected estate in Baden is simply delicious and is a joy to drink. Full of the usual array of stone fruits scents (peach, apricot, nectarine), bone-dry but soft and inviting, this is a wine to drink—no, to quaff—with delight and abandon. And at the low price for a full liter of wine (equivalent to $14.25 for a 750ml bottle), this is the kind of wine you can open for a crowd, and not worry if you need to open another bottle (which you will!). Is this the ultimate Summer white? |
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Heger 2010 Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is on the rise in Germany, but it’s tough to find one that is both good enough, and priced low enough to compare favorably with Pinots from other countries. So we were delighted to find this terrific Pinot that offers excellent quality for less than $20. And that’s for a FULL LITER of wine, equivalent to only $14.99 for a regular 750ml bottle! But price doesn’t matter if the wine doesn’t measure up. Not to worry, this is a fresh, delicious Pinot Noir, full of fruit and textbook varietal character Notes of strawberry and cherry, perfectly balanced with acidity and a very silky texture, this is a light, oh-so-drinkable wine that is perfect for summertime gatherings and meals featuring salmon, chicken, or lighter meats. Great value! |
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$19.99
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De Angelis 2009 Falerio Marche
They’ve been making wine in this part of the Marche since the Romans (I’m sure longer) so when it comes to what this should pair with I think De Angelis has that covered. They recommend the wine as an aperitif, fish, shellfish, or with cheese. It fits “To a T” what I want in white wine from Italy. The wine is light and fresh and designed for food; it’s floral, with easy going fruit, and wonderful minerality. Come to think of it, I might just want to drink it all by itself it’s so good. It’s a blend of Trebbiano, Pecorino, and Passerina. |
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Artazuri 2011 Garnacha Rose
I confess to finding most Spanish Rose a little clunky and lacking in the freshness that we've come to crave in Rose. Not the case with this gorgeous Rose of Grenache from Navarra! Ripe, succulent watermelon, a snap of citrus rind, plenty of weighty fruit but with a mouth watering lift of crispness on the finish. |
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The Wine Country
Now in our 17th year in the Signal Hill/Long Beach area of Southern California, our 7,000 square foot fine beverage superstore is one of California's most distinguished retail wine and spirits stores. We specialize in hand-crafted wines from California, Oregon, Washington and the leading wine regions of Europe and around the world. In addition, we offer a fascinating selection of specialty spirits and craft beers. We also offer wine accessories, gourmet foods and cheeses and our hand-made gift baskets created on the premises. Practical advice is offered in a friendly setting by our team of fine wine, beer and spirits specialists.
To speak with one of our experts, call 1-800-505-5564 or 1-562-597-8303.The Wine Country's Wine and Gourmet Gift Baskets are second to none.
Store hours: Open seven days a week, Monday through Saturday
from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific
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Customer Testimonals
I tell people on a regular basis that I can spend $10 at your store, and know it will be something I enjoy…$20 anywhere else, and I'm likely to have to pour it down the sink. Really.
Vicki Barkley
Long Beach, CA
Your efforts and selves have been a major factor in our pleasures as we’re sure you’ve been for countless others. You guys are so truly special in this overly-homogeneous-generic society. Something to be genuinely thankful for.
Richard and Patty Weeks
Long Beach
My first purchase was during your opening week. I have enjoyed your store and publication for years. Whenever I am in Long Beach I stop in the store and buy a couple of bottles to drop in with friends for visits. The information and writing is fantastic and I look forward to receiving the electronic version.
Mark Green
Salem, OR
Every year I give a client of mine a custom wine basket you have made. This is what he had to say about it:
“Always my favorite beverage gift of the year. You have great taste, which I celebrate and drink virtually the same week as your gift arrives each year. Thanks again.” Thanks for making me look good and I’ll see you next year for another basket.
Tim Nicholas
Via e-mail
"You know, I just got back from my annual boys trip to Napa and I was amazed at the prices. It's a little ridiculous. I usually spend a fair amount on that trip but this time I bought 2 bottles, in four days. I just thought to myself, if I'm going to be spending sixty or seventy dollars, a bottle, I'm going to go to The Wine Country and get something better." --Customer of The Wine Country 5/1/2012.
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