It occurs to us that those of you who don't visit the store are not familiar with the concept of the Duke's Dozen. Well, the concept is simple - 12 wines under $12.00. Wines carefully chosen to have an excellent quality-to-price ratio. As most of you know, there is a lot of wine available for less than $12.00 per bottle. Unfortunately for the consumer, a substantial percentage of such wine is borderline undrinkable. Enter the Duke! We put our palates on the firing line to pick out the wheat from the chaff that some stores are willing to offer the unwary consumer. Here is a sampling of our value-priced wines - all under $12.00 per bottle and all tasty!

Stone House 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon - List price - $15.00 Duke's price - $10.99 each
Outstanding value! Winemaker Harry Parsley is known for his premium Napa Valley Cabernet, Silver Stag. Stone House, produced in Healdsburg, is medium-bodied and full of great flavor. Taste this one blind and you would never put it in this price range.

Stone House 2006 Zinfandel - List price - $15.00 Duke's price - $10.99 each
Another high-quality, low-price offering from Stone House. Full of raspberry and spice aromas and flavors. Great Zin at zin-fully low cost.

Garnacha de Fuego - List price - $12.00 Duke's price - $7.99 each
A sensational Spanish selection from Jorge Ordonez. Full-bodied Garnacha (Grenache to the rest of us) from old vines. Robert Parker named the previous vintage as a "Wine of the Week" and this vintage follows closely in those footsteps.

El Portillo 2008 Sauvignon Blanc - List price - $10.00 Duke's price - $7.99 each
Argentina is beginning to emerge as a top-flight wine-producing region. El Portillo is fresh and delicious with vibrant citrus notes. Try this one - you won't be disappointed.

Bricco Buon Natale 2005 Barbera - List price - $15.00 Duke's price - $10.99 each
Winemaker Jim Clendenen's brilliant effort at producing an Italian varietal from the Central Coast. This wine has been featured in the wine sections of both the New York Times and Los Angeles Times. Those of you who attended the Duke's Super Seminar XXXVI had a little taste of Jim's touch with Italian wines when we sampled his Sangiovese and Nebbiolo to great acclaim.

Queen of Hearts 2007 Pinot Noir - List price - $17.00 Duke's price - $11.99 each
Grown in the Lucas-Lewellen vineyards on the Central Coast and vinified under the careful eye of Megan McGrath, former winemaker at Flowers Vineyards. Parlay meticulous farming, a winemaker's passion and an eye to value and VIOLA!! Incredible value for your table.

Hawk Crest 2007 Chardonnay - List price - $13.00 Duke's price - $8.99 each
Hawk Crest may be the second label of Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, but that does not mean a second-class wine. This is a crisp, clean Chardonnay from Monterey County fruit that fills the mouth with fresh fruit flavors. Tired of wood on your white wine? This one will answer that question.

Bodegas Septima 2006 Malbec - List price - $12.00 Duke's price - $9.99 each
The Mendoza area of Argentina, in the foothills of the Andes, has become the premier place on the planet to plant Malbec. Somehow, in this place, Malbec, which can be a bit stiff and unwieldly, becomes succulent and rich. Perfect accompaniment for steak and roast meats.

Hawk Crest 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon - List price - $14.00 Duke's price - $9.99 each
Delicious flavors with approachable tannic structure and red cherry, currants and smoky blackberry notes on the palate. This is a "house wine" and then some.

Villa Sande Prosecco, Il Fresco (NV) - List price - $17.00 Duke's price - $11.99 each
We tasted this at a recent Italian wine dinner with the Duke's Wine Association and were wowed, if that is a word. If it isn't, it sure decribes how we felt. Crisp and lean with lemon notes on the palate, this is a fine match with light dishes and also with just conversation. Festive and inexpensive!

2006 Finca Luzon - List price - $12.00 Duke's price - $8.99 each
Serious wine from a blend of Monastrell and Syrah produced by one of Spain's leading wineries and imported by Jorge Ordonez, the world's pre-eminent importer of Spanish wines. Rich and full-bodied to please even the most demanding of palates at a price to please any pocketbook.

Maddelena 2007 Riesling - List price - $13.00 Duke's price - $9.99 each
Looking for a wine with a touch of sweetness to pair with some spicy Asian fare? Look no farther! The backbone of juicy acidity from Monterey fruit makes this wine up to the task. Try it with a bit of steam from the hot tub!

Undecided?
Order a sampler case and we will knock 5% off the price.
That makes the entire case just $114.84!
Call the Duke today!!

P. S. Better yet! For the entire month of January, order a case of any (or all) of the Duke's Dozen and save an additional 5%!

Note: Prices are good while our supplies last and we reserve the right to change them at any time without notice.