984 First Avenue New York, NY 10022 212-754-4483
Welcome to First Avenue Vintner.
We’re a neighborhood wine shop with a friendly vibe and real wine and sake expertise. Come in and try our wines, sakes and boutique whiskies! We’ve got you covered on the big names, too.
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We’re always on the lookout for hidden gems and great values. Here’s a few of our favorites this summer.
Conundrum White
Riddle me this. Who was making great blends out of California long before all the hot new blends? Conundrum. An exotic and fresh blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc,Semillon, Muscat and Viognier. Notes of apricots, pears, lemon meringue & honeysuckle in this flavorful white blend. White wine from California.
FATTORIA LA RIVOLTA
AGLIANICO DEL TABURNO
A big, earthy Italian red with notes of leather, coffee, black pepper & dark fruits such
as blackberries and plums. Red wine from Italy. 
JAILLANCE CLAIRETTE DE DIE
A soft, exuberantly fruity sparkling white wine. Notes of lychees, tea leaves and citrus zest with a kiss of sweetness, this is a natural as a brunch wine due to its lower alcohol content. Sparkling white wine from France.
WÖLFFER ROSÉ
We’re always ecstatic when rosé season begins, so what better choice than to feature our favorite local rosé, Wölffer. Aromas of peaches, cantaloupe, guava & white cherry, balanced by a dry, slightly minerally finish. Rosé wine from New York.
Dashwood Sauvignon Blanc
Dashwood boasts typical Marlborough flavors of tropical, citrus & stone fruits with subtle herbal notes. Round & juicy, finishing with a crisp, pleasant finish. White wine from New Zealand.
PROTEST RED BLEND
We’re loving the developing trend of aging rich red wines in whiskey barrels, with Protest Red leading the way. Mostly Syrah, with some Cab and Zin to add depth and complexity, Protest is aged in French barrels and finished in rye whiskey casks. Silky and dense, hints of cigar box and raspberry jam, the well-integrated spicy rye notes compliment the wine without overwhelming the varietal characteristics. Red wine from California.
SERAFINA PINOT GRIGIO
Sometimes there’s no need to overthink the wine choice. Serafina is classic Italian Pinot Grigio; light, dry and refreshing, with subtle stone fruit notes and aromas of fresh cut flowers. White wine from Italy.
HONORO VERA MONASTRELL
Notes of briary wild blueberries leads to savory and spicy notes, with concentrated dark fruits and a pleasing dry finish. An extraordinary value for this organic Spanish red. Red wine from Spain.
QUPE MARSANNE
We love this winery. Qupe, a pioneer of the California Rhone Rangers, and varietal, Marsanne, with just a little Roussanne to add complexity. Peach pit, white peach, wet stone, pear and jasmine notes with a minerally nuance and a lip-smacking, palate-cleansing acidity. Marsanne is a cellar-worthy white, improving with time, even up to 25 years. White wine from California.
BORTOLIN ANGELO PROSECCO
From the steep hills of the famous Valdobbiadene region, renowned for wonderful prosecco, Bortolin Angelo is smooth, fruity & delicate. Great for any time of day, whether brunch or evening al fresco dining with a charcuterie plate Sparkling wine from Italy.
CHÂTEAU L’ERMITAGE
A dry white blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Viognier from the Rhone Valley. Refreshing and energetic white, with hints of honeysuckle and peach on the silky finish. White wine from France.
DELOACH PINOT NOIR
A wallet-friendly, yet nuanced, Pinot Noir, DeLoach Heritage Reserve Pinot Noir has notes of warm spice and vanilla imparted from oak barrels, with tart bing cherry notes and bright acidity leading to the earthy finish. Red wine from California.