"X" Selections by Jonathan Newman, former Chairman of the PLCB (read about the controversy and submit your comments and read other comments)

Yes, you read it right! Frank joins former rival Jonathan Newman to bring back his stellar selections and offer them to Tri-state area wine lovers! Introducing the "X" Selections by Jonathan Newman, former Chairman of the PLCB at Frank's!

Jonathan Newman, former Chairman of the PLCB, who revolutionized the concept of purchasing great wines at amazing prices for the State of Pennsylvania and created the Chairman's Selection Program is back with an even more exciting program that will be unveiled at Frank's Golden Wine Event! During his tenure at the PLCB, Jonathan was instrumental in directing numerous initiatives that created a more wine-friendly environment in Pennsylvania for suppliers and consumers. These initiatives included the creation of the Chairman’s Selection program, which used the state’s tremendous purchasing power to offer high quality wine at the best prices in the U.S.

(read about the controversy and submit your comments and read other comments)

Even the best wineries sometimes have trouble selling their best wines. No matter how good it is, wine sitting in a warehouse isn't helping their cash flow or brand awareness. What if the winery could get cash right away for that wine -- while building the brand? This is what Jonathan did as Chairman and will continue doing in the private sector beginning this spring. Jonathan deals only with excellent quality wine, and he samples everything he buys. If he likes the wine -- that's key -- the winery's problems are solved. Jonathan will buy it all and pay them promptly. Obviously he's worked out a stellar deal with the winery, and he'll pass those great deals along to me which in turn I'll get to you....what a beautiful thing! Your goblet is full, the winery's banker is happy, and Jonathan and I have a smile on our faces for such great charity work! That's the way business should be done.

So, here's a great scenario of exactly how it'll work:
You just bought a great bottle of wine for $12.99, a fraction of what you expected to pay for it. And you're wondering, how did this happen? Jonathan Newman & Frank's Union Wine Mart makes it happen. We comb the world looking for outstanding ultra-premium wines that, for whatever reason, aren't selling as quickly as the winery would like. We taste everything we buy, and we deal only with excellent wines. We walk away from more deals than we make. The end result is your excellent bottle of wine.

Enjoy it -- it's a one-time purchase that probably can't be repeated. In fact, if you like it, you should hurry back to buy more. But don't worry if it's sold out. Check back next week and you might join in on our latest score -- if you're quick enough! (read about the controversy and submit your comments and read other comments)

Click hear to listen to the MAS radio interview
with Jonathan Newman and Michael Smerconish.

Bacca Bella 2005 Napa Valley Merlot
This charming, full-bodied wine offers plenty of cherry and raspberry fruit with the immediate approachability that is the hallmark of a good Merlot. It’s a Merlot that Cabernet drinkers will love ––try it with a nice juicy steak.

Order Frank's X-selection Baca Bella '05 Merlot!
20% Off by the Bottle - $19.99
(regularly priced at $24.99)
33% Off by the 6-pack - $99.99
(net bottle price $16.67)
50% Off by the 12-pack - $149.99
(net bottle price $12.49)

New X-selection by Jonathan Newman: Brookdale 2004 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
“Appealing for its balance and core of dusty ripe currant and black cherry fruit. Medium-bodied, with dry, balanced tannins. Drink now through 2012. 482 cases made.” ––Wine Spectator

Order Frank's X-selection Brookdale Cabernet!
20% Off by the Bottle - $39.999
(regularly priced at $49.99)
50% Off by the 6pack - $149.99
(net bottle price $24.99)
67% Off by the 12pack - $199.99
(net bottle price $16.67)

Cartwheel 2005 Southeastern Australia Shiraz
This elegant yet full-bodied Shiraz appeals to meat eaters with its food-friendly mouthful of berries and cherries. If you like red wine, you’ll like this.

Order Frank's X-selection Cartwheel '05 Shiraz!
20% Off by the Bottle - $11.99
(regularly priced at $14.99)
33% Off by the 6-pack - $59.99
(net bottle price $9.99)
50% Off by the 12-pack - $89.99
(net bottle price $7.49)

Dominari 2005 Napa Valley Merlot
Generous cherry fruit is the winning characteristic of this well-balanced wine, with notes of chocolate, vanilla and toast. It’s big-bodied but not tannic; a Merlot for Cabernet drinkers to love.

Order Frank's X-selection Dominari '05 Merlot!
20% Off by the Bottle - $39.99
(regularly priced at $49.99)
50% Off by the 6-pack - $149.99
(net bottle price $24.99)
67% Off by the 12-pack - $199.99
(net bottle price $16.67)

New X-selection by Jonathan Newman:
Kelly Creek 2005 Flow Dry Creek Valley ~ Sonoma California
This outstanding Bordeaux-style blend has a rich, complex flavor that delivers truckloads of dark cherry along with pretty violet notes on the nose and palate. The smooth, well-managed tannins give the wine an elegant mouthfeel.

New X-selection by Jonathan Newman:
Kelly Creek 2005 Dry Creek Valley Merlot ~ Sonoma California
Ripe, juicy black cherry and milk chocolate spring forth from this delicious wine, which is lifted to another level by notes of earth and molasses in the seductive aroma. The mouthfeel is silky smooth throughout the finish. Scott and Erica Lindstrom- Dake produced this Merlot using grapes from some of Dry Creek Valley’s best vineyards.

Order Frank's X-selection Kelly Creek Merlot!
20% Off by the Bottle - $19.99 (regularly priced at $24.99)
33% Off by the 6-pack - $99.99 (net bottle price $16.67)
50% Off by the 12-pack - $149.99 (net bottle price $12.49)

New X-selection by Jonathan Newman:
Mak 2004 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon / Shiraz / Merlot / Cabernet Franc
Australia is the ripest, juiciest and most delicious X-selection by Jonathan Newman, The Former Chairman of the PLCB to date! In a few months we'll have a 2nd Mak wine from McLaren Vale - the 2003 Jones Vineyard Shiraz which also received 89points from Robert Parker. This week's featured wine is our CLUBVino selection for June - my advance apologies for it not being here on June 1st, but some things are just worth waiting for! We'll have the Coonawarra open for tasting all weekend... order today before it's gone, only 28 cases available!

Order Frank's X-selection Mak Coonawarra!
20% Off by the Bottle - $15.99
(regularly priced at $19.99)
33% Off by the 6-pack - $79.99
(net bottle price $13.33)
50% Off by the 12-pack - $119.99
(net bottle price $9.99)

Order Frank's X-selection Martellotto Cabernet
20% Off by the Bottle - $39.99
(regularly priced at $31.99)
33% Off by the 6pack - $159.99
(net bottle price $26.67)
50% Off by the 12pack - $239.99
(net bottle price $19.99)

Penny Lane 2004 Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
This cheerful wine delivers plenty of cherry fruit with the additional complexity of toasty oak. Try it with steak, burgers, lamb chops or fried chicken. Or, just enjoy a glass with a record album -- remember those?

Order Frank's X-selection Penny Lane '04 Cabernet!
20% Off by the Bottle - $11.99
(regularly priced at $14.99)
33% Off by the 6-pack - $59.99
(net bottle price $9.99)
50% Off by the 12-pack - $89.99
(net bottle price $7.49)

Phoenix Vineyards 2001 Rancho Napa Red
This well-balanced wine has plenty of black cherry and cranberry fruit. Notes of coffee and tobacco add complexity. The mouthfeel is rich and smooth all the way through the long finish.

Order Frank's X-selection Rancho Napa '01 Red!
20% Off by the Bottle - $23.99
(regularly priced at $29.99)
45% Off by the 6-pack - $99.99
(net bottle price $16.67)
58% Off by the 12-pack - $149.99
(net bottle price $12.49)

New X-selection by Jonathan Newman:
Seven Hills 2004 Columbia Valley Merlot
“The 2004, like so many Walla Walla wines, was sourced from a different mix of vineyards. In this case the grapes came from Cold Creek, Canoe Ridge, DuBrul and Artz – a very fine group indeed. There’s no slip in quality here, just a bit of added richness and darker fruits than in the previous vintage. Blackberry purée laced with coffee liqueur dominates this open, accessible, and thoroughly enjoyable wine. Nicely balanced and showing its youthful freshness in a clean and softly seductive style.” ––Wine Enthusiast

Order Frank's X-selection 7 Hills Merlot!
20% Off by the Bottle - $13.59
(regularly priced at $16.99)
33% Off by the 6pack - $69.99
(net bottle price $11.66)
51% Off by the 12pack - $99.99
(net bottle price $8.33)

Order Frank's X-selection Four Play!
20% Off by the Bottle - $31.99
(regularly priced at $39.99)
33% Off by the 6pack - $159.99
(net bottle price $26.67)
50% Off by the 12pack - $239.99
(net bottle price $19.99)

Order Frank's X-selection Thumbprint Pinot Noir
20% Off by the Bottle - $31.99
(regularly priced at $39.99)
33% Off by the 6pack - $159.99
(net bottle price $26.67)
50% Off by the 12pack - $239.99
(net bottle price $19.99)

Amberton 2005 Napa Valley Chardonnay
This Chardonnay strikes an elegant balance with its toasty, lemony flavor. It’s easy to drink, complex enough to be interesting, and a great accompaniment to roast chicken or fish dishes. Or, just enjoy it as an aperitif with friends.

Order Frank's X-selection Amberton '05 Chardonnay!
20% Off by the Bottle - $11.99
(regularly priced at $14.99)
33% Off by the 6-pack - $59.99
(net bottle price $9.99)
50% Off by the 12-pack - $89.99
(net bottle price $7.49)

Amberton 2006 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Here’s a Sauvignon Blanc that combines the virtues of California’s forward fruit and New Zealand’s herbal complexity. It’s lemony without being too tart, and gives you some interesting eucalyptus notes without going over the top.
Its balance shows the mastery of a skilled winemaker.

Order Frank's X-selection Amberton '06 Sauvignon Blanc!
20% Off by the Bottle - $11.99
(regularly priced at $14.99)
33% Off by the 6-pack - $59.99
(net bottle price $9.99)
50% Off by the 12-pack - $89.99
(net bottle price $7.49)

Dominari 2006 Napa Valley Chardonnay
This classically styled, small-production wine offers bright lemon fruit and fresh green apple along with hints of almond, butterscotch, apricot, melon and nutmeg.

Order Frank's X-selection Dominari '06 Chardonnay!
20% Off by the Bottle - $19.99
(regularly priced at $24.99)
33% Off by the 6-pack - $99.99
(net bottle price $16.67)
50% Off by the 12-pack - $149.99
(net bottle price $12.49)

Penny Lane 2005 Santa Barbara Chardonnay
With its rich, toasty, lemony, buttery flavors, this wine is not shy: it wants to hold your hand. This wine delivers the richness and concentration you’d expect from a pricey Napa Valley Chardonnay.

Order Frank's X-selection Penny Lane '05 Chardonnay!
20% Off by the Bottle - $11.99
(regularly priced at $14.99)
33% Off by the 6-pack - $59.99
(net bottle price $9.99)
50% Off by the 12-pack - $89.99
(net bottle price $7.49)