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It's this lady's birthday today (Alli, not the focaccia). Don't forget to take a moment today to remind her.

"You cannot swim for new horizons until you have courage to lose sight of the shore." - William Faulkner

Billy, Kristin and Jordan never feared losing sight of the shore. They wrote a new passage in the great Southern food narrative -- never afraid to evolve while remaining recognizable, always able to impress without an ounce of pretension.

The privilege of being their partner these last 10 years is a debt we'll never be able to repay.

We're adding another entry in the book of great Lous. Introducing Cotes de Provence Rose from Chateau -- a bright and juicy blend of Cinsault, Grenache and Syrah that is sure to please any palate. Even if your name isn't Lou.

She's 5 today!!! Congrats to and the team on achieving this awesome milestone. If you haven't been in to visit, well...why not??

Yes, Virginia, Bangkok Peanut does have a perfect wine partner.

And a Happy Anna Howard Shaw Day to us all.

Our own Kevin Kelley, the maestro of Mencia, Melon, Malvasia and Mondeuse, is popping corks with every Tuesday night in February. Do yourself a favor. Go. Trust us.

Thanks for showing .cazes some true Southern hospitality while in Atlanta!

Club Espana is lit, with and throwing down the finest Galicia and Rioja has to offer. Thanks and for being wicked MCs.

Very proud to launch in Atlanta today. If you're free, please come down and kiss the ring. Here 'til 2:30.

Check out and their Thanksgiving wine piece, where our friend .all.yay offers up her recommendations. “I love French chardonnay but I’m crushing on Caraccioli Cellars in the Santa Lucia Highlands of California. On the nose, it’s all toasted popcorn but the acidity is fine and slightly rich.” We're crushing on it, too.

Thanks .taglia and for the love! Very proud of what and are doing to .