May Featured Wines – 2024 Boccadigabbia Ribona Colli Masceratesi DOC & 2020 Boccadigabbia Rosso Piceno DOC, Marche, Italy

May 2, 2026 · by ·

Our May wines are produced in the Marche region located along the Adriatic coast of Italy, east of Tuscany and Umbria. It is an area of rolling hills and ancient vineyards. After the fall of the Napoleonic Empire this region remained in the hands of the Bonaparte family who developed an agricultural economy organized in three fattorie, or main farms, divided into 110 colonies. The selected wines are produced by Boccadigabbia, one of the colonies tied to the Bonaparte Administration.The Boccadigabbia website provides background on the interesting history of Marche and the estate now owned by the Alessandri family.

Marche is known as a premier source for white wine. The primary grape is Verdicchio. The primary red wines are Rosso Cònero and Rosso Piceno, both made from Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes. While we do have Boccadigabbia Verdicchio di Matelica our inventory, our featured white, 2024 Boccadigabbia Ribona Colli Maceratesi DOC, is made from the Ribona grape (also called Maceratino.) This is a very rare grape variety only grown in the Mascerata province of Marche. Verdicchio Marino (Sea Verdicchio) is also another name for the grape. The wine is crisp and full-flavored providing another unique wine for you to explore.

2020 Boccadigabbia Rosso Piceno DOC, our red selection, is a blend of 60% Montepulciano and 40% Sangiovese. This blend makes Rosso Piceno more balanced and versatile than Rosso Conero, the other Marche blend with more Montepulciano and less Sangiovese.

2024 Boccadigabbia Ribona Colli Masceratesi, DOC, Marche, Italy $18

This is a crisp, full-flavored wine. On the nose it has intense fragrances typical of the Ribona grape. On the palate it brings chamomile, acacia, green pear and dried yellow fruit. To to the flavor profile it delivers bright stone fruit flavors. This is not a heavy wine but it finishes with an crispness. It would be a good choice as an aperitivo-style wine as well as accompaniment to antipasti, pasta, pesto and fish. Alcohol 12.5%

2020 Boccadigabbia Rosso Piceno DOC, Marche, Italy
$18

This is a balanced, expressive red blend combining Montepulciano’s dark fruit and structure with Sangiovese’s brightness and finesse. It opens with aromas of black cherry, plum, dried herbs, complemented by hints of spice and earthy undertones. The palate is medium-bodied and smooth, with soft tannins and a fresh, savory finish. A versatile Italian red—great with pastas, grilled meats, or rustic fare. Alcohol: 14.5%

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May Featured Artists – Lynne Lockhart & Kirk McBride

April 2, 2026 · by ·

It is a pleasure to have the work of Lynne LOckhart and Kirk McBride for staying with us thorugh May. Warmer weather seems to be here to stay – fingers crossed. Bishop’s Stock show of New Work by Lynne Lockhart and Kirk McBride is a favorite of many patrons. Since opening in April, and due to sold paintings, there is new work to enjoy.

Since 2007 Lynne and Kirk have been featured artists in April. Each year they have been gracious to share with our patrons paintings that come out of their studios in the past year. Both are full-time artists, always found in their studios when I stop by. Lynne does tend to their beautiful garden as Kirk finds time to ride the waves but being outdoors provides inspiration and images to take back to their studios.

This year’s exhibit includes familiar animal paintings by Lynne. As with “Big Kitty” shown below, Lynne gives her animals their own stage. Not surprisingly, Kirk’s paintings capture marshes and coastal images with the beautiful light of sunrises and sunsets. There is no doubt Kirk finds inspiration in a single tree or a stretch of marsh or sand. Check their albums on our Facebook page to see some of the paintings in the show which will be in the gallery through May.

Lynne Lockhart

Kirk McBride

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April Featured Wine – 2021 Askeneli Kisi & 2021 Askaneli Saperavi, Republic of Georgia

April 2, 2026 · by ·

It is not hard to find a movie or streaming series with wine as part of the story. Until now I have resisted selecting a wine club feature based on entertainment but it is hard to pass the opportunity to use “Drops of God.” This Apple TV mini-series is so compelling it is hard to not explore more about the theme since it is story-telling about family, inheritance and the competitive world of exclusive wines. The story takes you to the Republic of Georgia, a part of the world known as the “cradle of wine” where winemaking has over an 8000 year history which is validated by the discovery of grape seeds of that age.

Georgia wines are produced in the “qvevri tradition,” a method of fermenting and aging wine in clay vessels buried underground. Top grape varieties are Saperavi and Rkatsitell. Saperavi, the main red grape, creates deep, rich, and acidic wines. Rkatsitell is the most widely planted white grape used for both crisp whites and intense amber wines. Another white grape is Kisi which is aromatic.and considered a hidden gem for a one varietal wine. Georgia is also known for orange wines.

The April wines are produced by Askaneli, a company founded in 1998 by the Chkhaidze brothers. The company is named after the magical village of Askana, located in the beautiful region of Guria. (This is a good time to consult a map of Eastern Europe.) They make their wine according to the old Georgian tradition followed by their ancestor, Antimoz Chkhaidze. Their aging process uses a variety of methods but their Rkatsiteli and Saperavi wines undergo the traditional Kakhetian method of qvevri, using the large clay jugs to enhance extractability and add uniqueness.

Since the distributor’s inventory did not support one wine for the white selection, members will be getting a random mix of 2023 Askaneli Rkatsiteli and 2021 Askaneli Kisi. Most will receive the Kisi which is described below. Both wines are dry but the Rkatsiteli grape is more subtle which is why the qvevri is used for fermenting to bring out texture and color

2021 Askeneli Kisi, Country of Georgia $19

This luxurious light lemon wine with its subtle aromas of green apple, green pear, apricot, and meadow flowers vividly conveys the Kakhetian spirit. Medium crispy acidity blends harmoniously with the light body, and the medium velvety finish makes the wine even more intriguing. Alcohol 12.5%

2021 Askaneli Saperavi, Country of Georgia $16

This is a bright and intense ruby-red color wine. It has an ethereal and rich bouquet with notes of ripe blackberry, pepper and cherry. Strong, soft taste with a long finish. A nice dry wine that opens very well after uncorking for an hour or so. Actually nice the next day. Alcohol: 13%

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March Featured Artist – Nancy Richards West & Jim Rehak

March 1, 2026 · by ·

Our March show is one that shows signs of spring like Nancy Richards West’s series of small mixed media paintings of birds in gilded settings. Those who know Nancy’s work are familiar with her versatility. Her paintings in the front of the gallery are a combination of oil paintings and sumi-e watercolors. Her subjects are observations found in and around Chincoteague.

In the back of the gallery plein air paintings by Jim Rehak are featured. Jim is an artist we enjoy showing before he takes off for plein air events throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. He selects where and what he paints by the composition he sees. He always brings seasonal changes to his paintings. The work of other gallery artists – Keith Whitelock, Helene English, Eva Carson and Lois Engbeg – are also being shown.

Nancy Richards West

Jim Rehak

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March Featured Wines – The Wild Fighter Sauvignon Blanc & The Wild Fighter Cabernet Sauvignon, California

March 1, 2026 · by ·

We are back to California wines in March. Guillaume Touton, through his company Monsieur Touton, directly imports and distributes wines by buying from producers all over the world. But he also sources wines by directly partnering with producers, often from the vineyard stage, to manage logistics and bottling, allowing for faster, more cost-effective distribution. Some of these wines carry his label but most carry the label of the bottler.

Our March wines are the result of this kind of direct partnership. The Wild Fighter in Healdsburg, California, is the bottler for the 2024 The Wild Fighter Sauvignon Blanc made from grapes grown in Lodi and the 2023 Wild Fighter Cabernet Sauvignon made from grapes grown in the Alexander Valley. The Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, clean white. The Cabernet Sauvignon is a bold red. For California wines both are priced to fit a budget.

2024 The Wild Fighter Sauvignon Blanc, Lodi, California $14

The Wild Fighter Sauvignon Blanc is a pure, crisp and bright white. e Fruits like limes and pink grapefruit open up into floral notes with subtle ripe apples, pear and peach accents. Rich flavors of lime in balance with fresh acidity are present in this well-balanced wine while mineral notes resonate into the long finish. Wonderful on its own or the perfect pairing with fresh and light dishes. Alcohol: 12.5%

2023 The Wild Fighter Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley, California $17

The Wild Fighter Cabernet Sauvignon is filled with open aromatics of high quality cassis, ripe plum and dark fruit compote. The nose is framed in an attractive vanilla scented toasty oak and baking spices. The mouth filling rich flavors are backed by a matrix of soft acidity and brilliantly fleshy tannin. This is a bold wine perfect hearty beef entrees. Alcohol: 13.8%

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February Featured Wines – Alexakis Assyrtiko & Douloufakis Dafnes Liatiko Dafnoia, Crete, Greece

February 3, 2026 · by ·

We have never featured wines from Greece so this is a first. Both wines are made and named for indigenous grapes – Assyrtiko and Liatiko. Both wines are produced in the Crete region.

2024 Alexakis Assyrtiko is produced by Alexakis Winery, one of the largest family-owned wineries in Greece. Assyritko is Greece’s oldest and most famous white grape that was first grown on the island of Santorini. Alexakis Winery Assyrtiko is a stellar example of how a grape native to the Aegean islands finds a new expression in the fertile soils and microclimate of Crete.This wine is a vibrant testament to the Assyrtiko grape, celebrated for its ability to produce profoundly aromatic and mineral-driven wines.

2021 Dafnes Liatiko Dafnoia is produced by Douloufakis Winery. They produce wines from Cretan indigenous varieties (Vidiano, Vilana, Muscat White of Spina, Malvasia, Liatiko, Mandilari and Kotsifali) but also international ones such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Syrah. They produce 21 different wines, mainly dry ones.

Greece is a new wine producing region for us to explore. Crete will offer a taste of how terrior affects wines from Europe’s most southern wine producing areas.

2024 Alexakis Assyrtiko, Crete, Greece $18

Alexakis Assyrtiko captivates with its bouquet of lemon zest, green apple, and a hint of flint, reflecting the varietal’s inherent crispness and aromatic intensity. On the palate, it unveils a robust acidity and a rich minerality, balanced by a subtle fruitiness and a dry finish that leaves a lasting impression.It pairs with Greek salads, fresh cheeses, and Mediterranean dishes that feature olive oil and herbs, providing a refreshing contrast to the richness of the cuisine. Alcohol: 13.5%

2021 Douloufakis Dafnes Liatiko Dafnoia, Crete, Greece

This red is delicate and light with ruby color. on the nose aromas are fresh red fruits, herbs and light floral. As it ages it develops a unique bouquet of ripe fruits, leather and spices. Light body, good acidity, soft and delicious tannins and long aftertaste. Delightful and elegant. Pairs with grilled and roasted meat. Mediterranean and tomato-based dishes dishes and cheeses.
Alcohol: 14%

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Winter Hibernation

December 30, 2025 · by ·

Happy New Year! As you may already know, the gallery will only be open Saturdays during January and February. We hope this still gives visitors an opportunity to visit and enjoy the artwork, handcrafted jewelry, shawls and other miscellaneous surprises. Our vintage jewelry has been quite a hit and we will be making seasonal changes. Of course, our wine inventory is well-stocked. Case orders are discounted 20% and may be made by email.

If you want to explore wines from around the world, winter is a good time to join the wine club. Production costs, supply issues and tariffs are increasing wine prices in the U.S. and around the world. For these reasons, the wine club will now be $425 for 12 months. After Maryland’s 9% sales tax this gives me $30 a month to select 2 quality wines. The wines are selected at my cost so members get to try a wide range of wines from all over the world before they are shelved with our 50% markup. In January we are featuring Berger Gruner Veltliner and Berger Zweigelt from Austria. In February wines will be from Greece. These selections are perfect examples of wines we want our customers to try.

Bishop’s Stock will resume First Fridays on March 6 featuring a selection of work by gallery artists. We will stay in contact with gallery news.

Just give us a call……….

Remember we are glad to arrange visits for you and any visitors. Call (410) 726-0601. And we take orders for cases of wine by email: info@bishopsstock.com

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January Featured Wines – 2024 Becker Gruner Veltliner & 2023 Berger Zweigelt, Austria

December 30, 2025 · by ·

We start 2026 with wines from Austria. It has been quite awhile since we have sourced wines from this region. The only other featured Austrian wines – again a Zweigelt and Gruner Veltliner from Bihof Pratsch – were featured in May 2012. There may not be a memory of these wines other than being in liter bottles! The wines from Berger are also in liter bottles. You get an extra glass!

The winemaker, Erich Berger, is called “a humble grower” in Kremstal, located in the village of Gedersdorf. This is near the Danube. The majority of the vineyards that Berger farms are devoted to Grüner Veltliner, the principle white variety of grape grown in the Danube river valley. Erich has become an ambassador for sustainable agriculture, becoming a member of Fair’n Green, a sustainable organization with members in France, Germany and Austria.

The white selection is 2024 Berger Gruner Veltliner. 60% of the region’s grapes are Gruner Veltliner. This one is offering spicy, citrusy, and white pepper notes, with a full body and excellent food-pairing versatility. A nice option to Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio. The red is 2023 Berger Zweigelt made from Austria’s most widely planted red grape. This is also a food friendly red with light tannins often compared to Pinot Noir and Gamay but with more character offered by a balance of fruitiness acidity and spice.

2024 Berger Gruner Veltliner, Austria $17

Dry, zingy, crisp and clean with pure, frisky green fruit flavors of lime, melon and pear, this is a terrific alternative for Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio lovers. Sealed with a screwcap in the handy liter bottle, this pairs well with white fish, chicken and veggies, especially asparagus, string beans, artichokes and brussel sprouts, or veggie pâté, hummus, cheese & spring onion crackers. Alcohol: 12.5%

2023 Berger Zweigelt, Austria $17

This variety yields purplish-reddish colored wines with strong tannins. Fully ripe grapes produce full-bodied wines with aromas of morello cherry and good longevity. Juicy and bright, Berger’s Zweigelt is loaded with crunchy red fruit, tart cherry, and cranberry. Excellent as is or served a touch cooler than cellar temperature. This is another great food wine for everything but a beefy roast or steak. Alcohol: 12.5%

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December Featured Wines – Christophe Monget Vigneron Coteaux du Giennois Sauvignon Blanc, France & Domaine Gouron Croix de Bois Cabernet Franc, France

December 6, 2025 · by ·

Our December white wine is a Sauvignon Blanc the comes from the small appellation of Coteaux du Giennois. This appellation is near Sancerre and Pouilley-Fume which are better known in the Loire Valley. While lesser known, the region produces small quantities of Sauvignon Blanc and Gamay wines that are high quality and more budget-friendly then those their neigbors produce. 2023 Christophe Monget Vigneron Coteaux du Giennois Sauvignon Blanc is a great example of these qualities. The Monget family had been grain farmers when they converted their small acreage to wine organically grown on flinty soil that is high in calcium carbonate. The result is a nice crisp and clean Sauvignon Blanc with a refreshing finish. Wine Enthusiast gives this a 90.

Our red selection comes after a customer asked if I could order a case of 2023 Domaine Gouron Croix de Bois Cabernet Franc. He had it at Our Harvest in Fenwick then bought a bottle for uncorking at Liquid Assets. Needless to say, buying a case with our discount was very attractive. I had not had a Cabernet Franc on our shelves for a while so I bought a case. I then decided it is a nice choice for wine club. This wine also reflects the terrior of the Loire Valley. The 35-50 year old grapes are grown in the Chinon appellation where Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc grapes are most prominent. This a medium-bodied red that can be served slightly chilled and drinks well alone or with food such as roasted chicken and salmon.

Both wines are perfect for holiday dinner parties since they complement just about any menu – except a rich rib roast! We have other choices for that! Both wines would be appreciated gifts as do any of our wines.

2023 Christophe Monget Vigneron Coteaux du Giennois Sauvignon Blanc, France
$21

This 100% Sauvignon Blanc has a nose composed of tangerine, grapefruit and lemon aromas with a subtle background of lily and elderberry. A wine with great freshness and vitality offering a consistent palate of citrus. A wine full of finesse and perfect tension and a finish of mineral notes Alcohol: 12.5%

2023 Domaine Gouron Croix de Bois Cabernet Franc, France
$21

This Cabernet Franc is fresh, pure and expressive. The aromas are crushed raspberry, wild herbs, and violets lead into a palate that is focused and energetic. The tannins are fine in this medium bodied wine. This is a perfect pairing with chicken fish and pork. Alcohol: 13%

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December Featured Artists – Barbara Beauchamp, Lois Engberg & Kathryn Engberg

October 31, 2025 · by ·

What could be more appropriate for the end of 2025 than continuing the exhibit of the very talented three generations of the Beauchamp and Engberg family. In 2006 Lois Engberg and her mother, Barbara Beauchamp, had their first show together. In 2013 when Lois’s daughter, Kathryn Engberg (Katie to many), was a student at the Grand Central Atelier in Manhattan, she exhibited with her grandmother and mother. In 2017 after Katie graduated, she again exhibited with her mother. In 2023 after Kathryn returned to Salisbury, and Barbara was back in her studio, they joined Lois in another three-generation show. Once again, these talented artists will show a mix of landscapes and florals by Lois and Barbara and figures Kathryn paints from live models. The common element in all of their paintings is their ability to paint from life – landscapes, garden florals or human figures. This is sure to be a show of beautiful paintings. Follow Lois and Kathryn on Instagram. We will show their work on our Facebook page.

Lois Engberg

Barbara Beauchamp

Kathryn Engberg

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