Introducing Dominio de Atauta: Our Newest Spanish Direct Import

Rachael Ryan has been hunting for the right Spanish direct import partner for years. She found it in Dominio de Atauta — a Ribera del Duero producer working with pre-Phylloxera vines averaging 85 years old, some exceeding 120, at elevations that give the wines a freshness and elegance the region isn't always known for. Four bottles, from $19.99 to $44.99, all worth your attention.

SpainRachael RyanJune 11, 2026K&L Wine MerchantsRibera del Duero, Spain, Tempranillo, Tinto Fino, Direct Import, Old Vine, Rachael Ryan, Dominio de Atuata, Spanish Red Wine, Albillo Mayor, White Wine Spain, Under $50, Wine Value

Maison 76: K&L's Own Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs from Avize

After 25 years of sourcing Champagne for K&L, Gary Westby finally made one of his own. Maison 76 is a Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs from Avize, made in collaboration with Olivier Bonville — 60% reserve wines, three years on the lees, dosed at just 5.8 grams per liter, and priced under $50. Gary calls it one of the greatest brut sans année offerings K&L has ever carried. The first case off the truck went straight to his house.

Wine Newsletter, ChampagneGary WestbyMay 4, 2026K&L Wine MerchantsChampagne, Blanc de Blancs, Grand Cru, Avize, Côte des Blancs, Maison 76, Franck Bonville, Olivier Bonville, Gary Westby, Brut Sans Année, Under $50, Champagne Value, K&L Exclusive

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