Wine selections available at local wine stores and wineries in the Fox Valley area.
Château de Saint Cosme, Les Deux Albions Blanc, Principauté-d’Orange IGP, Rhone, France, 2023 – $22.99
Les Deux Albions Blanc is a refreshing and affordable white blend coming from a Biodynamic family estate. Featuring native grapes of the region 30% Viognier, 30% Picpoul, 20% Marsanne, 6% Clairette, 6% Ugni Blanc, 5% Bourboulenc. Shows the salty minerality typical of limestone terroir with notes of dried apricots and white flowers. Vegan.
Viognier aged in neutral barrels has a full body and rich texture with just-medium acidity. It is easily paired with dishes that feature creamy sauces, mild white fish, and roasted pork or chicken. Picpoul brings acidity to the blend and gives this wine salinity, making it a superb choice for cooked or raw shellfish.
Château de Saint Cosme is the leading estate of Gigondas and produces the benchmark wines of the appellation. The property has been in the hands of the Barruol family since 1490. Louis Barruol took over from his father in 1992 making a dramatic shift to quality and converting to biodynamics in 2010.
Geneva Wine Cellars and Tasting Room
227 S. 3rd Street
Geneva, IL 60134
Lynfred Winery Chardonnay 2024
When summer calls for something golden in the glass, Lynfred Winery answers with elegance. The August Wine of the Month, a 2024 Chardonnay crafted exclusively for Wine Club members, is a radiant expression of purity, texture, and craftsmanship.
Sourced from the iconic Columbia Valley in Washington—where long sunny days meet cool nights—this Chardonnay begins its journey with a slow, cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks. This method preserves the grape’s natural vibrancy and freshness, capturing notes of ripe orchard fruit and citrus zest.
To elevate the wine’s complexity, it rests on its fine lees for three months, a traditional technique that imparts a subtle creaminess and layered mouthfeel. A touch of French oak aging—just enough to whisper toasted vanilla and spice—brings gentle richness without overpowering the wine’s bright character.
The result? A beautifully balanced Chardonnay—ripe, creamy, and refreshingly refined. It’s a wine made for everything from candlelit dinners to golden hour on the patio.
Whether you’re savoring it solo or pairing with grilled seafood, summer corn on the cob, creamy pastas, or a simple roast chicken, this vintage is one to remember.
Available now at www.lynfredwinery.com – $25
Lynfred Winery
Summer Peach
Summer Peach wine is an enchanting blend of our celebrated sweet wines, Brianna and Bianco Bello, with the exquisite flavor of natural peach. Savor the taste of white grapes, citrus, tropical fruit, and lively ripened peaches picked right off a tree. This wine speaks of endless summers shared with those you love. Serve Chilled.
Acquaviva Winery, LLC
47W614 Rt. 38
Maple Park, IL 60151
SESH
Cool off with a burst of tropical flavor! Stop by the meadery to try our sparkling meads—light, fruity, and made for summer. Take the sunshine with you and grab a 4-pack to go! Permanent Vacation: SESH – sparkling session mead w/ pineapple, mango and lemon. 6% abv. / semi-sweet
Foxes Den Meadery
101 S. Bridge Street
Yorkville, IL 60560
2024 Brisa Suave Vinho Verde Rosé DOC
Portugal. Tasting notes: A bright, crisp, easy to drink rosé. Fruity and slight effervescent, with notes of strawberry, pink grapefruit, and raspberry coulis. Take home price: $21.98.
SixtyFour – Wine Bar & Kitchen
123 Water St #105a
Naperville, IL 60540
2024 Sauvignon Blanc
Yellow Grapefruit – Guava – Lively. Pairs with grilled shrimp, steamed artichoke and sushi. $27
Up North Wine Tasting Room
9 N. Second Street
Geneva IL 60134
