Father’s Day calls for bottles with character. Wines built for the grill, bourbons worth lingering over, and a Cognac that turns a simple pour into a moment. This week’s selections are curated for celebrating dads, and anyone who appreciates a well-earned glass. After all, great dads and great wines both get better with age.
Wine Highlights
Château Musar | Lebanon
Few wines spark conversation quite like Château Musar. Revered for its layered complexity and remarkable aging potential, Musar delivers the kind of experience that transforms dinner into an occasion.
As featured in The SOMM Journal: “Lebanon’s wines can be laced with flavors found nowhere else in the world.”
— The SOMM Journal, February 3, 2025 | Vince Anter
Realm Cellars “The Bard” | Napa Valley
Realm Cellars “The Bard” is more than a Napa Valley red. It is the flagship wine from one of Napa’s most sought-after modern producers. Crafted from vineyard sites stretching from Coombsville to Calistoga, The Bard captures the depth, power, and complexity that have made Realm Cellars a benchmark for contemporary Napa Cabernet blends. Realm describes it as “the most dynamic expression of Napa Valley,” bringing together fruit from both valley floor and hillside vineyards throughout the region.
Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant and impeccably balanced, The Bard delivers richness, structure, bright acidity, and layered complexity that continues to evolve in the glass. Dense and concentrated while remaining polished and seamless, it is the kind of wine that earns cult status among collectors yet remains approachable enough to enjoy now.
2022 Scores/Ratings:
• 97 | James Suckling
• 95 | Jeb Dunnuck
Vilafonté “Seriously Old Dirt” | South Africa
The name alone makes this one perfect for Father’s Day. “Seriously Old Dirt” is a Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend rooted in Vilafonté’s soil-driven philosophy, offering structure, depth, and serious character.
And yes, dads everywhere may relate to the “old dirt” part a little too much. For customers looking beyond the usual regions, this is a standout bottle with both personality and pedigree. Dad joke not included. Thankfully.
Scores/Ratings:
• 93 | James Suckling
• 93 | Wine Advocate
Spirits Highlights
Willett Pot Still Reserve | Kentucky Bourbon
Willett remains a favorite for whiskey lovers who appreciate classic Kentucky character with personality. Like the family business that crafts it, this small-batch whiskey has evolved over time while carrying forward traditional flavors and the signature of five generations of distilling expertise.
Scores/Ratings:
• 90 | Whisky Advocate
• 95.5 | Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible
Jos. A. Magnus “Cigar Blend” Bourbon
Crafted with cigar pairing in mind, Jos. A. Magnus Cigar Blend delivers bold layers of tobacco, baking spice, vanilla, and dried fruit. Finished with Armagnac cask influence and bottled at 100.7 proof, it’s a bottle built for slow evenings on the patio.
Ask your Rep about additional selections from the Jos. A. Magnus portfolio, offering a range of thoughtfully crafted bourbons and limited releases that showcase the brand’s signature richness and barrel-driven complexity.
Scores/Ratings:
• 93 | VinePair
• Double Gold | San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Coppercraft Distillery | Holland, Michigan
Coppercraft Distillery, founded in 2012 in Holland, Michigan, is known for producing premium spirits with a focus on traditional craftsmanship and quality ingredients. Their grain-to-glass philosophy emphasizes local sourcing and patient production methods.
Straight Bourbon Whiskey 9 Year for rich, smooth flavor
Rye Whiskey with notes of cocoa and malt followed by a peppercorn spice finish that is distinctly rye.
Awards:
• Gold | San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Camus Cognac | Borderies Focused
Looking for a Father’s Day gift that feels elevated yet approachable? Camus VSOP Borderies Single Estate offers a floral, citrus-driven Cognac experience sourced exclusively from the prestigious Borderies cru, known for its elegant and aromatic character.
Camus also offers an impressive full range of Cognacs, from approachable VS and VSOP expressions to Borderies XO, making it easy to find the right bottle for both casual sipping and serious collectors. Because sometimes the best Father’s Day gift is simply a quiet chair and a good pour.
Awards:
• Double Gold | San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Raise a Glass This Father’s Day
Whether it’s a bold Napa blend, a collectible bourbon, or a refined Cognac, these selections are built for gathering, gifting, and celebrating the people who’ve earned it.
Contact your sales representative for availability and featured placements.
