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Despite everything, Christmas is still on its way Thinking of all of the problems in this part of the world these days, it feels hard to let that genuine Holiday Spirit take over. Back in the 60’s when we were spreading the idea ”Peace, Love, and Understanding,” I couldn’t in my wildest dreams image that the beginning of the new millennium would be spent watching the world bomb itself to death. As I try to concentrate and compose my thoughts for this edition of the comings and goings within the global wine community, the Europe that I am a citizen of seems instabile at best. Here is an attempt: Susanne gets us started with a MASI tasting which might answer some ques- tions about why Italian wines are flying off the shelfs in Sweden right now. Ursula describes what happens when Chateau Palmer is put up against Alter Ego, and which wines were represented at Fine Wine Tasting 2015. Christopher Jarnvall reflects on which of these wines complement different types of game, and winemaker Peter Gago comments on Penfolds release of the 2011’s. We visit Prunotto in Alba, investigate what South African Allesverloren is up to, and then allow Andreas Kjörling to toast Charles Heidsieck. The latest wine and spirits auction in Stockholm included a whiskey from the 1920’s, tapped in the 1960’s, which sold for almost double the asking price. Global interest in the Stockholm auctions keeps growing. Read more about what is happening at the large international auction firms in WebAuction Special.

Wrapping up, we want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas!

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AN ORGANIC GROWER FROM AUSTRALIA – WITH 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE Joch Bosworth from Spring Seed Wines, hailing from McLaren Vale, visited Stockholm to present something so relatively unusual like ecological wines from Australia. Two of them (Scarlet runner Shiraz 2014 – price SEK 119, and Four o’clock High ambitions in wines chardonnay 2015 – price SEK 99) have already been launched from Laurent Delaunay and are available from Systembolaget’s regular assortment. Laurent Delaunay, owner of AB- Also, Puritan Shiraz 2015 (no added preservatives) can be BOTTS & DELAUNAY, visited Ostra found through BS for SEK 129. Interesting wines at reasonable in downtown Stockholm, to pre- prices. Scarlet runner works well with cold meats and cheeses, sent their terroir-driven wines that while Four o´clock Chardonnay goes well with sea bass, something we all got to are very high quality blends from experience at the Stockholm restaurant Tjoget, Linje Tio’s terrace. Languedoc in southern France. Battle of Bosworth Best of vintage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Petit Verdot, 2011, were also sampled, but are unfortunately not available in Sweden. Among the wines on the The wines are imported by Vinia. table, there were ZEPHYR Limoux (Char- donnay) 2012 and ZEPHYR Limouux (Chardonnay) 2013, wines that have been available in restaurants in Swe- den for a few years and are now making the jump to Systembolaget’s BS assortment. There was also the CU- MOLO NIMBUS Minervois 2012 and 2013, as well as ALTO STRATUS Vin de France Carignan 2011 and 2013. All of these wines are produced at high altitudes, and the ambition is to be elegant, with good acidity, purity and freshness – characteristics that became obvious to those of us who were present for the tasting. A prom- ising Pinot Noir was also presented, and we hope to sample it next year. All of the wines are available for private import. Imported by SIGVA.

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Krug Vintage 2003 – Vivacité Solair Lively luster – or vivacité solair as Krug is calling its new 2003 vintage. The name gives the appearance of a story about a warm year that surprised many people, with its fruitiness, freshness, balance expres- siveness, liveliness and elegance. Krug 2003 is an unparalleled blend of the year’s wines from several different vineyard locations. Joseph Krug’s pioneer spirit from 170 years ago, when he determined that champagne’s inner spirit is the basis for enjoyment, laid the foundation for Krug Vintage 2003. An entirely unique vintage with the expressive aromas of citrus, plumbs, liquid honey and brioche, as well as a unique taste with summer fruits, red grapefruit and candied fruit rinds, roasted chestnuts and caramelized apples, with a long aftertaste and stamina. The tasting was enjoyed at Grand Hotell together with Rich- ard Juhlin. A little bit later, Jessica Julmy, Krug’s Head of Busi- ness Development Europa, arrived as well. Krug Vintage 2003, 750 ml is available through Systembola- get (item #90645) for SEK 1 931 in a limited edition.

First Time Win for Saint Clair Family Estate The name Saint Clair Fam- ily Estate is synonymous with quality. The family- owned Marlborough win- One of the longest ery has received over a harvests ever resulted hundred trophies across in Dom Pérignon Vintage a range of varietals and 2006 price points. Dom Perignon Vintage 2006 expresses The Announcement last a unique sense of maturity with a touch night of another trophy win adds to the ever-growing list, but this time there was a of age, which bodes well for other, even first for Saint Clair. The Saint Clair Marlborough Premium Pinot Gris Rosé 2015 has more unique vintages to come. been awarded the trophy for the champion Rosé at the Marlborough Wine Show. What makes Vintage 2006 so unique is A total of four gold medals were awarded to the following Saint Clair wines; the late and unusual heat wave that resulted in remarkable maturity. The har- GOLD - Saint Clair Wairau Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2015 vest lasted almost four weeks, making GOLD - Saint Clair Pioneer Block 10 Twin Hills Pinot Noir 2014 it their longest ever. GOLD - Saint Clair Pioneer Block 23 Master Block Pinot Noir 2012 Dom Perignon is available through Sys- tembolaget (item # 7428) for SEK 1319. GOLD - Saint Clair Marlborough Premium Pinot Gris Rosé 2015

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Le beaujolais nouveau est arrivee! The time has finally arrived for this year’s Beaujolais Nouveau release at Systembolaget. From a very large and competitive field of candidates, Systembolaget chose producer Pierre Dupond’s modern Beaujolais wine as this year’s representative for the annual tradition with unaged wine. The wine was launched at Systembolaget on November 19th, and costs SEK 79. Count on limited availability, as last year’s Beaujolais wine was sold out in many boutiques after only a few hours. Karl Öjerskog, Managing Director at Espumante AB, is the Swedish importer for Pierre Dupond’s wines. ”– It feels really great to be able to offer a somewhat different Beaujolais this year. Pierre Dupond’s wine has a modern profile, and another fun detail is that, despite its fruity, almost sweet character, it contains almost no residual sugar – only 0.5 g/l.”

MOËT & CHANDON GRAND VINTAGE 2006 Marc Brevot, one of the winemakers behind MOËT & CHANDON Grand Vintage, was on hand at Operabaren in Stockholm over lunch, to de- scribe how he thinks a glass of Grand Vintag 2006 should taste. ” – The freedom to enjoy an unforgettable moment, just like we’re doing here today, is the most important ingredient. It is easy to recognize the fresh and unmistakable taste of MOÊT, where three important factors are in play: freedom of interpretation, selection of a particular year’s finest grapes, and regard for individuality.” Grand Vintage is aged for seven years in the House’s cellars in Epernay. As the champagne matures, the yeast takes over, as shown by the result of this unique blend that led up to this particular year’s vintage – 2006. The finer and most sophisticated tastes are brought to the fore, and the desired complexity is present. With maturity come smaller bubbles – another sign of quality. MOËT & CHANDON Grand Vintage 2006 is available through Systembolaget (item # 7535) for SEK 499.

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Domaine Bousquet reaches new heights Domain Bousquet’s vineyards lie in Mendoza in Argentina, right at the foot of the Andes at an altitude of an astonishing 1200 meters above sea level, placing it among the highest located vineyards in the world. The conditions here are perfect for making wine – warm summer days and cold nights with low humidity. The perfect sandy soil provides completely unique opportunities for having the best of two worlds – deep, sun-ripened fruits combined with elegance and freshness, resulting many successes at international wine competitions. Domaine Bousquet has been on the Swedish Systembolaget’s shelves since 2005, and is also one of the first and largest ecological producers in South America. At a recent tasting in Stockholm, both the white wine Domaine Bousquet Grande Reserve Chardonnay 2011 and the Domaine Bousquet Grande Re- serve Malbec 2012 were our clear favorites.

Fleur de Cap now has a twin Elize Coetzee came to Stockholm Fleur du Cap Chardonnay has been available in Sweden Zonnebloem stood on the table for a long time, and has a delightful citrus tone with slight when Elize Coetzee, the win- hints of tropical fruits and some oak – a taste that most emaker herself, recently visited people quickly bean to love. And beyond that, it only JanÅkes Vinklubbs tasting in costs SEK 100. Stockholm. But now it’s happened! Zonnebloem Sauvignon Blanc 2014 and Zonnebloem Semillon A new, red twin has 2012 arrived – Fleur du Cap, 65 % Shiraz 25 (purchased at a South African % Grenache and 10 auction by JanÅke himself) were % Cinsault. This is a tasted. Unfortunately for those great complement of us that enjoy older wines, the second-named is not to grilled meats, available in Sweden. roasted lamb and There were also some notables among the red wines that Italian dishes. were tasted: Zonnebloem Shiraz 2012 (barrel-aged 14 Even the price is the months) for just SEK 82, and Zonnebloem Organic Caber- same - SEK 100. Avail- net Shiraz 2014 for SEK 92, which is also a good value. An- able at Systembola- other wine tasted, which JanÅke also bought at the South get from December African auction, was Zonnebloem Shiraz Mouverdre Viog- 1st (item # 22381-01) ner 2006, which was also at its peak. Zonnebloem Lauréat for those interested 2011 (16 % alcohol) is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, in trying it. Merlot, Shiraz, Petit Verdot and Mouvedre. A very exciting and pleasant wine with relatively high alcohol content. For those interested in trying it: Systembolaget item # 79729- 01, price is SEK 129.

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Grönstedts Noël 2015 XO celebrates 10th Anniversary A new edition of Grönstedts Christmas cognac will be launched just in time for the 2015 holiday season. Grönstedts Noël 2015 XO is a round and sweet cognac with tones of mar- malade, exotic fruits and almonds. Just like last year, this year’s Christmas cognac was created by Master Blender David Croizet, who created a blend from the districts Grande, Petite Cham- pagne and Finns Bois. Available through Systembolaget’s ex- A new and exciting wine from clusive assortment (50 cl for SEK 399, Tunisia item # 11551-02) from December 1st. Clos de Carthage is the name of a new and exciting Ruby red luxury for wine from Tunisia that has landed on the shelves of Systembolaget. Christmas with The Macallan Rare Cask For those interested in trying it, we can recommend The Macallan is one of the world’s most this wine with baked cod and roasted potatoes, exclusive single malts. Just in time for together with a mayonnaise sauce with chopped the holidays, the exquisite ruby red The pickled gherkins and capers. A good alternative for Macallan Rare Cask arrives in Sweden those who love an elegant Pinot Noir from Bour- for a short visit. This is a premium sin- gogne with that white fish. Costs SEK 89, and the gle malt whose journey began in the grape types are 70 % Marselan and 30% Syrah. AOC ancient oak forests in northern Spain, Mornag. Systembolaget item # 2181-01. with rare, exclusive sherry-seasoned oak Experience the new world from the really old world. barrels. Macallan Rare Cask has tones Swedish importer is Vinia. of oak, nutmeg, cloves, and sweetness from raisins that are blended with the aromas of dried fruits and syrup. The Macallan Rare Cask is currently available through Systembolaget’s tempo- rary exclusive assortiment för SEK 1999. 7 INTERNATIONAL notice

Spicy Christmas schnapps from Danmark Spiced schnapps is a signature element of Scandinavian cuisine, especially around the holidays. Almost all of our old farmhouse dishes are sisterly con- nected with cumin or dill spiced schnapps. In Scandinavian countries, the art of spicing aquavit has developed into a world leading competition. In more recent times, this tradition has become modernized with new spice combinations and new technologies leading to new products. For example, Denmark’s Den ny Spritfabrik A/S and their aquavits D Argentum and D Aurum. Both of these dill schnapps are the result of a multiyear research project where Den ny Spritfabrik, the University of Copen- hagen and the Danish research institute Agrotech developed a new, patented method to macerate and distill aquavit (Patent protected 2014). Both of the schnapps are based on classic dill schnapps, and are produced from carefully selected and handled raw ingredients, while keeping a rigorous focus on quality. New Item # 86296: D Argentum, 50 cl, 40 % : SEK 269 ecological Item # 86260: D Aurum: 50 cl, 40 % : SEK 269 dessert wine The wine comes from Maury in Roussillon, which lies farthest down in the westernmost and final part of Rust en Vrede at (A)G France’s Mediterranean coast. This is a rocky area, which makes it Rust en Vrede’s winemaker Coenie Snyman recently visited Stockholm. In con- also geologically separated from bor- nection with the winemaker’s dinner at AG, no fewer than ten vintages of the dering wine districts. An early spring, prestigious wine Rust en Vrede Estat were sampled, spanning the years 1995 dry summer, and rainy fall character- to 2013. Rust en Vrede belongs to one of South Africa’s oldest wine proper- ize the climate. ties, which dates back to the 1600’s. Coenie Snyman made his first vintage for In Roussillon, winemaking has been Rust en Vrede in 2007, and has also previously worked in Bordeaux. But what going on since 600 B.C., and the wines he appreciated most from Bordeaux wasn’t the actual way of making wine; from the area were well known by the rather it was the French way of living – being able to enjoy a good wine with Romans. Today, about 90 % of France’s a little food to go with it. Another sweet wines come from Roussillon. opportunity arose later that evening Producer Domaine Pouderoux’s vine- when some of Rust en Vrede’s wines yard lies in the heart of Maury mu- were served with dinner. Some of the nicipality. The Pouderoux family has more notable vintages from the tast- been tilling the soil here since 1826. ing were 2006, 2009 and 2012. The Domaine was founded by Bellisens last vintage mentioned is available at Pouderoux in 1852, and the first vines Systembolaget in the regular assort- H ellberg were planted already in 1901. Today’s ment from December 1st. stocks have an average age of about U rsula 50 years. All of the grapes are hand picked in the fields, and further selec- & P hoto & tion takes place in the winery on the T ext sorting boards. In other words, a per- Winemaker Coenie Snyman with a glass of Rust en Vrede 2007, which was his first vintage as a winemaker at the property. fect wine for the Christmas table.

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Hennessy Very Special Limited Edition by Ryan McGinness Hennessy continues its tradition of part- Rawson’s Retreat nering with artists, this time with the launches ecological wine American artist Ryan McGinness, known specially produced for for his skillfulness within semiotics and the Swedish market the designer behind the new Hennessy Very Special Limited Edition. McGinness Rawson’s Retreat produces several of is the latest in a line of famous partners, Sweden’s most sold wines. Now, they who have previously included Futura, Os are broadening their assortment with Gemeos and Shepard Fairey. the addition of Rawson’s Retreat Or- ganic Series, the wine house’s first eco- Can be ordered for private import through logical wine, specifically developed Systembolaget. Price SEK 399. for the Swedish market. The wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot grapes, and will be released in Systembolaget’s regular assortment on December 1st.

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amarone lunch with

sandroTEXT & photo: SUSANNE boscaini BERGLUND KRANTZ

Usually called Mr. Amarone, Sandro Boscaini is Masi’s legendary presidente. We meet at an exquisitely arranged lunch (by Stefano Catenacci), accompanied by some equally impressive wines. We tasted two vintages of four different Amarones, and rounded off with Recioto.

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VENETO blended with Amarone and al- But the Amarone wines stand out Veneto is located in northeastern lowed another fermentation). The from the crowd. The best bunches Italy, surrounded by Lombardy name “Valpolicella” comes from of grapes are selected in late Sep- to the west, Trentino Alto Adige the Latin Vallis polys Cellae and tember or early October, and are in the northwest, Emilia Romag- means ”The valleys of many cel- then laid out on bamboo racks in na to the south and Friuli Ven- lars,” indicating a long tradition a special drying house with large ezia Giulia to the east. The region of wine production in the district. windows for natural ventilation. stretches from Venice in the east Mountains to the north and the Today, there is even a ventila- to Lake Garda in the west, with Adige River to the west temper tion system that can be turned on several wine districts in between. the area. In 2010, Amarone and when there are humid days and Close to the provincial capital of Recioto were designated with the windows are closed. However, Verona lie the all-important Val- Italy’s highest wine classification as the drying process shouldn’t be policella and Soave appellations, DOCG. hastened, the system also cools where large quantities of red and MASI the grapes allowing this step in white wines are produced. But the process to slow down a lit- This company hails from the heart it’s not just about quantity. Many tle. By mid-February, the grapes of Valpolicella in Veneto, and has quality winemakers come from have lost about 35-40 % of their been run by the Boscaini family these areas, with Masi being one weight through water evapora- for hundreds of years. The prop- of the most famous. Using the tion. Corvina is partially affected erty was purchased in the 1700’s classic Valpolicella grape varietals by botrytis fungus, which gives and is currently led by the entire Corvina, Rondinella and Mo- the wine higher glycerin content, family, with Sandro in the fore. linara, a wide range of wines are but not higher sugar content. The In 1994, Masi became the first made here. Ripasso, Amarone and grapes are then gently pressed and to introduce an Amarone on the Recioto are produced with the partially destalked, before finally Swedish market, and have since Apassimento method, an integral being fermented at a naturally low become one of Swedes’ favorite step before vinification where the temperature and stored in accord- wines. They have a large-scale newly harvested grapes are laid ance with the appellation’s regula- production that includes many of out to dry for a few months (with tions. Veneto’s most important wines. Ripasso, the Valpolicella base is 2011 MASI AMARONE CLASSICO >>>

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COSTASERA 1998 MASI AMARONE CLASSICO 2008 SEREGO ALIGHIERI VAIO AR- NR 2345, SEK 289 COSTASERA MARON AMARONE CLASSICO Literally translated, “Costasera” NR 74618, SEK 525 NR 2419, SEK 399 means “hills that watch the even- The same wine, but an earlier vin- The Alighieri family (descendents ing,” an allusion to the hillsides that tage. This means prevalent aging of Dante Alighieri) has owned the face the sunset – the best locations tones of leather and dried fruit, Vaio Armaron vineyard since the used in Valpolicella Classico. The subvegetation and herbs. Filling, 1300’s, the name widely assumed days are longer here, and the fields soft and silky, with fresh acidity to to be the origin of the term Am- receive reflected sunlight from Lake lift the raisin, Christmas spice and arone. The vineyard lies about 250 Garda and enjoy the tempering ef- oak barrel tones in the taste. This m above sea level, with exposure in fects. The classic varietals Corvina, wine distinctly typifies style and the southwest and calcareous soil. Rondinella and Molinara make up origin. Blend of Corvina, Rondinella and this blend, and are dried on bam- The Costasera wines were accom- Molinara. The wine is fermented boo racks for 3 to 4 months after panied by Italian steak tartar with in Slavonian botti and aged three harvesting. The wine is fermented white Alba truffles. years in botti as well as four months in Slavonian botti, followed by 24 in cherry tree barrels. months in both the larger botti and A slender and elegant aroma of red smaller oak barrels. berries and minerality followed by a The wine is fruity, mainly cherry silky taste with fresh acidity. Rasp- and raspberry, and has overtones berry, cherry, plumb, spices, miner- of herbal spices. Fresh acidity gives al tones and oak barrel framed with the wine youthful drinkability. soft tannins. This is a full-bodied Fine, leggy tannins but composed. wine with a long, fresh, youthful Elegant and medium-bodied. finish. 1997 SEREGO ALIGHIERI VAIO AR- >>>

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MARON AMARONE CLASSICO 2009 MASI CAMPOLONGO DI TORBE 2006 MASI CAMPOLONGO DI TORBE EJ TILLGÄNGLIG AMARONE CLASSICO AMARONE CLASSICO Mature nose with hints of leather, NR 99538, SEK 759 RS meat, nuts and dried fruit. Well The Capolongo di Torbe vineyard Tight aromas of dried fruits and balanced and long on the palate has exposure in the southwest, hazelnuts are followed by a body, with the same undertones, lifted by calcareous soil, good drainage, is which despite its complexity, con- fresh acidity, fine leggy tannins, and somewhat rocky, and lies at an al- centration and tautness feels com- a long harmonious finish. titude of about 400 m. Corvina, fortably elegant on the palate. Rondinella and Molinara are fer- Long, velvety finish. Vaio Armaron was paired with mented in Slavonian botti, aged creamy risotto, fall mushrooms and Baked turbot with pumpkin, Puy three years in both Slavonian botti white Alba truffles, creating a heav- lentils with bacon and a musty oxtail and 600-liter French oak barrels. enly match. sauce were served with the wines, The aroma is deep and tight, filled creating a magnificent totality. with fruit liqueur, minerality and development. Fiery and full taste, but the freshness in the acidity provides newness and fine, well- integrated tannins. Concentrated, complex and too young. Should absolutely be aged so the fruits have time to develop, replace the domi- nance of the alcohol, and grow into a harmonic whole. >>>

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2009 MASI MAZZANO AMARONE 2006 MASI MAZZANO AMARONE CLASSICO CLASSICO TIPS NR 90020, SEK 839 RS Veneto is a quaint region to visit, The vineyard is an old historical Developed aroma with tones of and it is quite easy to visit several site, sitting at about 400 m above nuts, dried fruit, leather and sweet appellations in one trip. Fly to Ve- sea level on brown soil of eoce- spices. Youthful on the palate, rich rona or Venedig (be sure to stay nic marls, and with northeast and and juicy, and filled with dark in this incredible city and enjoy its southwest exposure. The grape fruits like black currants and black- food, wine and culture). From Ve- blend is as always Corvina, Ron- berries. Focused and determined rona, getting to Soave, Valpolicella, dinella and Molinara. Fermented structure gives the wine its whole- Bardolino by Lake Garda’s beaches in Slavonian oak and aged three some and youthful spirit. Rich, and Lugana are all simple destina- years in 600-liter French and Slavo- complex, concentrated and long tions with a rental car. Verona of- nian oak barrels. lasting. fers many good restaurants and bars. But most of all, Antica Bot- Taut, rich and young aroma. Fresh A fantastic wine to enjoy on its tega del Vino is an experience with fruity taste with a fiery and con- own. Operakällaren served it with its impressive wine list and many centrated middle range filled with Italian cheeses and cave aged Gor- wines available by the glass. liqueur-like cherry, herbs and oak. gonzola, Robiola and Grasso di This wine is extremely concentrat- Monte, which proved to be perfect ed, complex and filling, with won- with this wine. derfully focused acidity. Velvety This amazing lunch in the beautiful smooth tannins frame the body, Operakällaren, highlighted by the and the entire experience ends with amazing gastronomical experience, a long finish. spotless service and relaxed atmos- phere, was rounded off with Masi’s sweet Angelorum Recioto Classico. The perfect end to a perfect lunch.

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Allt om Vin #2, 2015 FÖR ATT DU ÄR REKOMENDERAS ”God ursprungstypisk do med VÄRD DET BÄSTA! liten jästighet och mineraler 77389 Lombard under citrusen.Ung, stram, Grand Cru Millésime 2008, kritig smaki tämligen 750 ml, 369 kronor ambitiös stil.”

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Eponymous owner Thierry Lombard leads Fine Wine Magazine on a tour of their very modern vinification site and the old cellars.

Thierry Lombard takes us on a tour of the cellars. As with so many old cellars there are uninsulated elec- tric cables everywhere. ”They aren’t used anymore. That would be too dangerous. But when I was little, about six years old, we used to play down here and it was dangerous.” The cellars, situated in the eocenic >>>

18 INTERNATIONAL soil around Épernay, were built in fought in the Marne region, where the core of the operation was Ma- the late 1800’s. The temperature Champagne is situated, he was sta- genta Champagne. here is even and the humidity is ap- tioned there. The operation was run for many propriate. They’ve been expanded Robert Andrieu was one of the years from a site outside of Éper- over the years to match production. survivors from the years when the nay, but in 1936, cellars at 1 Rue But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Marne landscape looked more like des Cotelles became available in It might have been Europe’s big the moon after all of the fighting. Épernay. mistake, “The Great War” 1914- Today there are many war memo- That’s where they are today. The old 1918, that was the impetus for rials to remind us of those tough cellars in the mountains have been starting what is now the family- years. expanded and the current win- owned business Champagne Lom- He returned after the war with am- emaking facilities are very modern. bard & Cie. bitions of starting his own business Fruits from about 140 hectares Thierry Lombard’s grandfather, with wine as the foundation. and 46 different Cru’s are col- Robert Andrieu, grew up on a farm In 1925 he succeeded founding lected here. Champagne Lombard in Lot-et-Garonne, about 60 km the company ”Societé Anonyme de has their own fields, but have also southwest of Bordeaux. He was Magenta-Épernay.” That might not partnered with other growers for drafted when WWI broke out, and mean too much for you and me in many years, participating under since a large part of the war was terms of wine and champagne, but the growing season with consult- >>>

Chauffour in Mesnil sur Oger is one of the locations for Grand Cru Chardonnay.

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Each and every Tanagra goes through manual ”remuage” (twisting the bottle) so yeast sediments collect under the crown capsule.

ing and management to best secure a case-by-case basis. The dosage is high quality grapes. Grand Cru low and they are fermented 5-6 areas are located in villages such years before degorging. as Ambonnay, Avize, Ay, Chouilly, As mentioned, they produce sev- Cramant, Le Mesnil sur Oger, Ver- eral different champagnes. We’re zenay and Verzy. talking about Brut Premier Cru, Every grape type and origin are Brut Premier Cru Rosé, Brut individually managed. After a 1st Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs, and fermentation, wines go through a For assistance, Thierry Lombard the two that are now available at uses a consulting winemaker and Systembolaget and can easily be malolactic fermentation (MLF). In employees who support the grow- the traditional Champagne man- ers during the season. ordered from SB’s website. ner, a portion of the wine is saved They are: for ”Reserve” wines – older vintages are blended with Non Vintage them are the charming “business 77459 Brut Référence, 750 ml for champagnes. cards” Brut Référence and the bar- SEK 299 or a half-bottle, 375 ml, rel-aged Tanagra. The latter under- for SEK 179. Brut Référence con- Thierry Lombard, the 3rd genera- goes vinification separately based sists of 40% pinot noir, 40% pinot tion owner, together with his team, on grape type origin, first in a tank meunier, and 20% chardonnay. decide the final blend for each followed by 6-12 months in bar- The grapes originate from many champagne before a second bottled rels before bottling and a 2nd fer- Crus, including a few Premier Cru fermentation. mentation. The decision regarding locations, and the small portion of The Lombard House makes nine malolactic fermentation is taken on Reserve are mostly from 2007 and different champagnes. Among

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Tanagra, which gave champagne its name, was an ancient, lively trade city with a female bard, Korinna. Many figurines of her have been found, and Thierry Lombard’s artist wife has interpreted some of them.

2008. The 1st fermentation occurs in tanks, and after the “blending” the wines are put in bottles for two years to allow for yeast sedimenta- tion. Residual sugar content is 9 g/l. 77389 Lombard Grand Cru Millésime 2008, 750 ml, for SEK 369 kronor. This composition is 80% chardonnay from locations in Mesnil sur Oger, Avize and Chouil- ly, and 20% pinot noir from sites in

Ambonnay and Verzenay. Residual During Tanagra’s production, the wine is barreled for a time where a sugar content is 7 g/l. The unique portion is barrique-sizes as shown, and the rest is put in the more traditional, ”pièces champenoises”, 600-liter barrels. During Tanagra’s produc- conditions of this particular year tion, the wine is barreled for a time where a portion is barrique-sizes as made this vintage fantastic in many shown, and the rest is put in the more traditional, ”pièces champenoises”, ways, and even though these wines 600-liter barrels. taste good now they remain good candidates for your wine cellar in the years to come.

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en ekologisk nyhet från

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veuve ambal crémant de bourgogne, art. nr 7911, pris 119, 750ml, alk. 12% Alkohol kan skada din hälsa

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Both of these wines come from the Swedish Castle’s own fields, but it is only after the result of tasting the château fermented grapes and the bottling process that which of the wines palmer vs will be honored with the Château Palmer label. Alter Ego’s composition is reminis- alter ego cent of Cabernet Sauvignon and Text and Photo: Ursula Hellberg Merlot, while Château Palmer is comprised of around 50% Merlot, What differentiates a Château Palmer from Alter Ego? 40 % Cabernet Sauvignon, and Besides the price difference of about SEK 2000, there are 10% Petit Verdot. Unique from many answers to the question. Palmer’s export manager other castles in Margaux, Caber- Chris Myers tackled the question at a tasting in Stockholm net Franc isn’t included. This grape where the Alter Ego 2010 and 2011 vintages were pitted hasn’t been grown there since 1996. against Château Palmer 2009. That the 2009 vintage enjoyed a

December 1st, sixty bottles of Châ- teau Palmer 2009 arrive in Sweden.

warm year is palpable and already seems mature. The 2010 and 2011 Alter Ego vintages seemed more stylistically fresh. Whichever wine you choose, both are appropriate for seasonal dishes, more specifically, tender braised ox cheek or grilled venison. Complements like king trumpet mushrooms, truffle sauce and root fruits complete the meal. Takis Soldatos, owner and managing director for Oenoforos, was pleased to see Chateau Palmer’s export manager Chris Myers visiting Sweden. 60 bottles of Château Palmer 2009 will be released through Systembolaget.

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FYND Allt om vin 2015

Topplistan, 87p Livets Goda 2015

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Art. nr: 2064-01 Pris: 179 kr Storlek: 750 ml Alkoholhalt: 14 % rån anrika Stellenbosch kommer detta F nyanserade och stramt fruktiga vin. Det har inslag av ceder och svart te och en karaktär av svarta vinbär, mörka körsbär, rostade fat, mörk choklad, mynta och tobak. Du dricker det Med anor med fördel tillsammans med grillad entrecôte eller ryggbiff och till mustiga grytor. 21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon kommer från från 1692 renommerade Spier Wines, som grundades redan år 1692. Idag är Spier en av de mest prisbelönta vingårdarna i hela Sydafrika.

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in the heart of barolo photo Anne-Marie Canemyr

We are in Piedmont in Italy, more specifically the city Alba. The sun is shining and the day promises to be 25 C. And this is in the middle of November…

After an hour-long In 1956, Alfredo Prunotto decided car trip we roll up the to retire and left the family busi- gravel road to meet ness to a friend, who happened to Emanuele Baldi, be a very skilled winemaker, Beppe Prunotto’s sales and Colla. Beppe was helped by Car- marketing manager. lo Filiberti, and then later by his A guided tour of the brother Tino Colla. They began di- vineyards and a chance to sample viding the properties into produc- wines from the Prunotto assort- tion zones with respect to quality ment stand before us. But let’s start and terroir. Good examples of that from the beginning of this story are Barolo Bussia and Barbera dÁl- about the passion for the tones ba Pian Romualdo. from this origin and the distinctive The story could have ended there, characteristics found in both the had it not been for an architect, soil and the grapes. >>>

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Ugo della Piana, who designed the was changed to include the entire This entire project was completed Bussia winery in Monforte d’Alba winemaking production. In con- by Albiera Antinori, (Marchese in 1972. The building is still there, nection with this new agreement, it Piero Antinori’s oldest daughter, and is now the main office. was further decided that all of the who started by purchasing sev- In 1989, the Marchesi Antinori wines were to be produced from eral new vineyards), Costamiole family began a collaboration with their own vineyards, so as to have in Agliano (for producing Barbera Prunotto which was initially in- control over quality from begin- dÁsti), a Cru vineyard in Bussia tended to cover distribution. How- ning to end. (one of the most well known in the ever, in 1994, that co-operation

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Barolo zone), and a piece of land in Calliano (mostly to study and ana- lyze new varietals, clones etc., but mainly Albarossa and Syrah). In 1996, they purchased a 5-hectare vineyard named ”Bric Turot” in the Barbaresco region. Later on, 5 more hectares were bought in Treiso, the zone for producing Moscato. But let’s get back to Prunotto’s beautiful and newly renovated Bus- sia winery in Monforte d’Alba, which lies surrounded by the regions Langhe and Roero on a little hill on the right side of the Tanaro River. The vineyards are like small amphitheaters, so they get exposure Blinded by the sun and the grandiose views, we sat down at the table together with Emanuele Baldi to taste some of the Prunotto wines: from different directions (southeast and southwest) depending on the type of grape. Farthest down today is Cabernet Sauvignon planted for a new and exciting project we will cer- tainly hear more about in the future. The entire production line has been replaced with new machines, French oak barrels (50 – 70 hl) and steel tanks. There is a newly renovated wine cellar, and even several renovated rooms for guests staying the night.

Mompertone 2013 Blend: Barbera (60%) och Syrah (40%) Art nr 90035 BS 129:- Fiulot Barbera DÁsti Art nr 74397 SB 109:- Costamiole 2010 100% Barolo (nya små ekfat) Barbareco (The Cinderella of the Region) Bric Turot 2011 BUSSIA 2009 Barolo Bussia Vigna Colonello 2009 100 % Nebbiolo Barbera dÁsti 2003 Costamiole Magnum BUSSIA Magnum 2005

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everything is not lost…

”Allesverloren!” (everything is lost), screamed the owners when their new estate burned to the ground. Today, that estate is more known as Alles- verloren Wine Estate.

This producer comes from South Africa, Swartland to be more precise, a wine district is about a two-hour car trip north from Cape Town. Taking a look at its history, this property can be dated back to 1696 when farmers tilled the soil. Simple tools were used in those days, and if they needed to be purchased or even if one just wanted to go to church, a long, journey on precarious roads was necessary. And while returning from just such a trip in 1704, the owner arrived home to discover his farmhouse and fields had been completely destroyed by a fire. He cried out, ”Allesverloren!” The estate was quickly rebuilt and renamed after the farmer’s ex- clamation. Allesverloren. About 100 years later in 1806, the owner at the time could pick the first grapes.

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The Malan family comes in to the get for SEK 149, a reasonable price In addition, they produce other picture in 1872, when Daniël Fran- for such a high quality wine. wines with more ”normal” alcohol cois Malan purchased the farm, content, some from classic grape which is now in its fifth generation. types, but also others more suited for Danie Malan is in charge of the port-like fortified wines. Let’s take a 227-hectare vineyard and all that ac- look at some of the other wines they companies it. Mostly red wines and offer through Systembolaget’s regular some rosés are produced today, but assortment. Allesverloren is known for its sweet First, we have the classic Allesverlor- fortified wine that Daniël Francois en Shiraz – a spicy wine that leans to- began producing towards the end of ward full-bodied with tastes of black- the 1800’s. That particular wine is berries, raspberries and a tobacco-like called Fine Old Vintage and is still smokiness. A regular bottle costs SEK Allesverloren’s flagship product. 99, while the half-bottle is SEK 59. Fine Old Vintage isn’t exactly a Next comes a wine made from clas- wine one would drink with a meal; sic port wine grapes, Tinta Barocca. it goes better with cheeses, desserts This is also an almost full-bodied and pastries. Its spicy and sweet taste wine, filled with warmth and hints of with tones of barrel and dried cher- blackberries, cherries, dark chocolate ries make it the perfect complement. and barrel tones. Tinto Barocca costs This wine is available at Systembola- SEK129, which is also a great buy.

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And finally, we have Touriga Nacion- al, another almost full-bodied wine from classic port wine grapes. Robust and very fruity, with hints of barrel characteristics and dark berries, herbs, plumbs, chocolate, nuts and vanilla. A good choice at a manage- able SEK 129. With Allesverloren, everything is not, thank goodness, lost. So take ad- vantage and enjoy these wines while Santa starts making his preparations.

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Fina viner är som deras ägare – kräsna!

Efter hundratals år av lagring i slottskällare står det klart att det är i den miljön vin trivs bäst. Därför har vi skapat Dometic Winecellar.

I Dometic Winecellar lagras vinerna på hyllor, omgivna av en jämn temperatur och en väl avpassad luftfuktighet. Vinskåpen saknar kompressorer och är alldeles tysta och vibrations- fria, något som både vinerna och omgivningen uppskattar. Här i mörkret ligger de Eftersom de finns från 36 upp till och mognar i väntan på den dagen de skall 200 flaskor, passar de lika bra på avnjutas. restaurangen som hemma i köket eller i vardagsrummet. Om du inte har en egen slotts- källare föreslår vi att du väljer en Dometic Winecellar.

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a toast to champagne charlie Text & Photo: Andreas Kjörling

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One thing I truly enjoy is a glass of really good champagne. A glass where the wine’s fruit and acidity are intertwined in swirling layers of multi-faceted elegance. Where red-ripe apples, brioche, minerals, flowers and almonds meet like new and old friends. It is said that Cham- pagne Charlie and his champagne were one in the same.

Naturally, I have never met the man famous icon by starting his own was without a doubt a very social – he was born in 1822, about 150 house of champagne. He was the person. He made the first of his four before me. Nonetheless, I am sure first person to put his own name trips to America in 1852, where he we would have been good friends on a label, leaving many doubters quickly got a reputation for being had we met, Champagne Charlie shaking their heads in disbelief at dandy in New York society circles. and me. Born into the renowned his approaching successes. Because He was dubbed with the legendary Heidsieck family, he was schooled good Charlie was steadfast in his nickname Champagne Charlie and from an early age in the honorable belief that nobody knew vineyards proceeded to build up his bloom- art of making champagne – Charles better than the producer himself, he ing export market. The World’s Fair inherited the family business when decided to invest in cellars for aging in Paris in 1855 proved also to be he was still young after his fa- his wines rather than buying more a springboard into the world for ther’s death. But coming from the land o produce more. This convic- Charles Heidsieck and his wines. Heidsieck House wasn’t enough for tion proved profitable as the mature With praise and medals from Paris the adventurous young man who Charles Heidsieck’s style grew in and Bordeaux, his customer base wanted much more from life. He popularity. quickly grew. Napoleon III’s taste for dry, exclusive champagne cer- wanted to discover the world, travel But who was this person? Was he tainly didn’t hurt, making Charles to places no one else had ever been. the ambassador for champagne? He even more famous. After a short When he was 29, Charles took his definitely had the gift of speech, and first step towards becoming a world- >>>

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period of time, wine was being de- Moreover, he reconciled with one to a lovely, long finish. livered to the Czar of Russia and the of the wine merchant’s brothers – As mentioned, Champagne Charlie Swedish Royal family. land ownership in a flourishing little and I won’t ever meet. I’ll just sim- A few years later, the lead-up to the town called Denver, Colorado, was ply have to be pleased with hear- American Civil War began having exchanged for the consumed cham- ing that *pop* from the cork. The an impact on sales – wine merchants pagne. The new land acquisition not sweet fizzing from millions of bub- were having trouble paying their only saved Charles’ finances, but bles rising to the top of the glass at bills. This problem led Charles on also laid the ground for more lucra- the same speed as my mouth wa- another trip across the Atlantic. He tive export trade. The land was later ters. The growing expectations from had been offered a stockpile of cot- sold for a huge profit. the tempting aroma and the first, ton as payment for sold champagne, Champagne Charlie’s legacy lives on fumbling taste of that first sip. The enough cotton to fill two ships to through the champagne available all ticklish feeling of refreshment and the hatches. After a failed attempt to over the world, and the tradition of happiness spread by appreciating smuggle the ships out of the Mobile, aging champagne. More than forty Champagne Charlie’s legacy while Alabama harbor during the em- percent of the Charles Heidsieck the persistent and subtle aftertaste bargo in place at the time, Charles Brut cuvé is comprised of reserve swells and swims through my sys- was forced to flee the country. Hav- wine more than ten years old. That tem. I raise my glass as an homage ing French diplomatic papers made Blanc de Millénaires is now being to the wine world’s most celebrated getting to New Orleans possible, sold from the 1995 vintage fur- dandy and adventurer. but once there he was arrested the ther supports Champagne Charlie’s Union’s (northern states) General strong convictions about mature Butler for carrying correspond- champagne. Despite its twenty ences tying him to the Confederacy years, the wine is still very young (southern states). As a result, he was and borders on being introspective. imprisoned in New Orleans and ac- Wonderful mineral tones layered cused of espionage. His time in jail with nuances of toast, typical for combined with lost business made the Côtes du Blancs origin. Perfectly bankruptcy a possibility, but shame balanced acidity lifts the bread-like on those who give up! taste, intertwined with small pears, Good diplomatic relations made his apricots, citrus and honey, leading Andreas Kjörling, prize-winning author & sommelier release possible after seven months. www.kjorlingwine.com

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SKALDJUR! =

77389 Lombard Grand Cru Millésime 2008 750 ml, 369 kronor

Livets Goda #87 92 LGP, Per Bill ”En djup, rik och fyllig champagne med torr solmogen frukt, bra balans, bra syra och inslag av persikor, vinteräpplen, grapefrukt, passionsfrukt, bröd, torkad frukt, nötter och mineraler. Drick 14-23.”

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Lake County, California: When we think of American wine, we think of the State of California. After all, over 90% of wine produced in this country comes from the Gol- den State. Famous wine regions like Napa Valley, Sono- ma and Santa Barbara County are well known, but a number of up and coming California wine regions are producing stellar grapes – and wines worth seeking out. Below are some of the up and comers that should be on your Cali- fornia wine radar.

Lake County Bordered by the famous wine regions of Napa (and Mt. St. Hele- na) directly south, Sonoma to the southwest, and Mendocino to the west, Lake County today produces quite a few fine wines in its own right. Carved out of Napa Coun- ty in 1861, this county combines a few small towns, a hardy landscape, relatively high elevations, pear orchards and a multitude of vineyards. Visitors will be pleased to find high quality wines (from approximately thirty five wineries) without crowds, traffic or high

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prices. Vintners in Lake County and Steele Wines. Visitors heading along the water. The Spanish va- have learned that their volcanic for Lake County might consider rietal, Tempranillo seems to thrive soils, hot days and mild nights, el- staying at the Tallman Hotel at the in the area. Most Yolo wineries evation, cool breezes from the Pa- northernmost tip of the Clearlake. are small, family run and easy go- cific and a strong will to produce Built in 1896 yet entirely restored, ing. One of the few larger facilities, high quality wines are helping Lake this is the finest hotel in the area Bogel, produces many quite good County prosper. Big wines such as and is a perfect place to rest after a wines at affordable prices. Some of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Pe- day of wine tasting. the highly rated wineries through- tite Sirah do well here as well as deli- out this region include Turkovich, cious Sauvignon Blancs. “We have Matchbook, Simas, Roots to Wine, more light and a very dry climate Yolo County Wilson Vineyards and Berryessa which produces wines that are dark Located just north and east of Napa Gap. The Clarksburg region along and tannic,” said Clay Shannon, County, Yolo County is mostly the Sacramento Delta houses, “The Owner/vintner at Shannon Ridge. bucolic, rural place full of farms, Old Sugar Mill,” with ten Yolo Some of the best places include: walnut and almond orchards, a wineries pouring in the same lo- Chacewater, Rosa d’Oro Vine- few cities, small towns and plenty cation. The small historic Yolo yards, Brassfield Estate, Six Sigma, of vineyards. There are two Yolo County town of Winters has fully Shannon Ridge, Ceago, Wildhurst sub-appellations: The hilly Western embraced the wine lifestyle with (excellent Syrah), Shooting Star Yolo and Clarksburg which is flat new restaurants, art galleries and

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Hobbs, Halleck Vineyards, Mar- secret garden. The area is mostly of the standouts. “2013 was a great tinelli and Freeman Winery. In rural with a few homes, small vintage for Coombsville. Great fact the Freeman Sonoma Coast roads, a country club, vineyards yield and balance in the fruit. Pinot Noir delivers the quintes- and wineries dotted here and there. The longer growing season offered sential flavor of this area – elegant, Its geography is volcanic and al- something that the region rarely mysterious, contemplative and luvial, has rocky soil with ash lay- sees...which is the bolder flavors,” simply a stunner in a glass. If visit- ers and lots of different elevations. said Grant Long, Winemaker at ing, the Timber Cove Inn poses a Cabernet is king in Coombsville Blue Oak Vineyard. The City welcoming retreat overlooking the but worthy Chardonnays, Syrahs of Napa is very near, and happily Pacific Ocean. and Merlots are produced here has blossomed into one presenting too. The Coombsville region has visitors with a myriad of excellent been harvesting stunning grapes dining and lodging choices. Try Coombsville for years, supplying an assortment the charming Milliken Creek Inn, Napa Valley is a famous region of of Napa’s famous labels but now is a lovely secluded spot abutting the course, but Coombsville, a three the home to about twenty wineries Napa River. year old AVA (American Viticul- available to visit - by appointment. tural Area) in generally unknown, Caldwell, Tournesol (vey impres- Bob Ecker is a Napa, California yet literally in Napa’s backyard. sive facility), Blue Oak Vineyard, base wine and travel writer Located directly east of the City of Meteor, Faust, Sciandri Family Napa, Coombsville is like Napa’s Vineyards and Black Cat are some

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notes by peter gago for penfolds collection 2015

GRANGE 2011 RWT Barossa Valley Shiraz 2013 ”- With every extra month in the bottle the wine has ”- Opulence of Barossa (in a good year 2013) coupled with evolved/fattened/complexed. the generosity of Shiraz (almost every year!) – an alluring Yes, it´s a Grange! It is the sixth Grange across six decades and contemporary mix. This vintage´s RWT expresses a to weigh in at 100 % Shiraz. matted, grainy texture, rather than sheen/gloss. Yet still sleek, defined.” Nowere to hide!” Is this one of the best Granges ever? ”- No” MAGILL ESTATE Shiraz 2013 Is this one of the finest reds from the South Australian ” – A solid Magill Estate Shiraz. Balanced, supple, well-pro- 2011 vintage? portioned. The 31st consecutive release from this mono- ” Yes” pole.”

ST. HENRI SHIRAZ 2012 BIN 389 Cabernet Shiraz 2013 ”- Will age well, yet good now… decades of substantia- ”- Immediately Bin 389 – varieties and regional sources tion! An old school St Henri from Vintage 2012. The cycle have coalesced. Moreover, still needs time to decompress. continues to turn. Not a ”modern-era” style of Bin 389… harks back to some memorable vintages from the 80´s and 90´s.” Decant? Of cource.”

YATTARNA Chardonnay 2013 ” – Layers of flavour, structurally profound, complex, sculp- tured phenolics, built to age … A classic red? No, Yattarna.”

43 INTERNATIONAL FINE WINE TASTING 2015 This year’s Fine Wine Tasting at SoStockholm in Kungsträdgården was the fourth in a row at this location.

The number of exhibitors was a re- 2015 exhibitors: cord this year, which also raised the BRAVIN, BRILLIANT BRANDS NORDIC, L&D BEVERAGES, DALA WINE & SPIRITS, quality of wines on display. DIAGEO, INTERMONDI, JANAKE WINE GROUP, JOHAN LIDBY VINHANDEL, MIGUEL The sun contributed, shining over TORRES SVENSKA AB, PRÄSTGÅRDENS VINHANDEL, SIGVA, SPRINGWINE & SPIRITS, Stockholm and spreading warmth THEIS-VINE AB, TREASURY WINE ESTATE, VINIA, WINEWORLD. for the visitors on this beautiful late-summer day. Fine Wine Magazine arranged the event, and this was the eighth in- stallation. Next year’s Fine Wine Tasting starts on October 5th 2016.

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BRA VIN Art.nr Produkt Producent SB Pris 92296 Laumersheim Pinot Noir Réserve 2012 Philipp Kuhn, Pfalz TSE 259 kr 71267 Riesling Kirschgarten Grosses Gewächs 2013 Philipp Kuhn, Pfalz BS 295 kr 99724 Collection Millesimés 1999, Bouzy Grand Cru Champagne Georges Vesselle TSE (2/12) 469 kr 77193 Brut Zero 2008, Bouzy Grand Cru Champagne Georges Vesselle BS 385 kt 79121 Les Cailloux Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2012 André Brunel, Châteauneuf-du-Pape SB 299 kr 78015 Barolo DOCG 2010 Alessandro Veglio, La Morra BS 349 kr 73034 Barolo DOCG 2011 Mauro Veglio, La Morra BS 319 kr 74277 Ja må du leva, Crémant de Bourgogne Louis Picamelot, Bourgogne BS 139 kr

Brilliant Brands Nordic Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris(kons) 8858004 Vinbaserad blanddryck MYX Beverage LLC/NYC BS 26.40 kr

L&d Beverages Artnr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris(kons) 75797-01 Mineral Negre 2012 Cara Nord BS 133 kr 71879-01 Cara Nord Negre 2013 Cara Nord BS 126 kr 71349-01 Cara Nord Blanc 2013 Cara Nord BS 126 kr 75189-01 Drac Mãgic Negre 2012 Tomàs Cusiné BS 100 kr 75120-01 Drac Mãgic Blanc 2013 Tomàs Cusiné BS 100 kr

DALA WINE & SPIRITS Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris (kons) 77459-01 Lombard Brut Référence Champagne Lombard BS 299 kr 77459-02 Lombard Brut Référence Champagne Lombard BS 179 kr 77389-01 Lombard Grand Cru Millésime 2008 Champagne Lombard BS 369 kr 1290050 Domaine de Mourchon Côtes-du-Rhône 2013 Domaine de Mourchon Priv/RS 129 kr 72781-01 Domaine de Mourchon Family Reserve Syrah 2010 Domaine de Mourchon BS 199 kr 72485-01 Mourchon Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2010 Domaine de Mourchon BS 259 kr 1290047 Bergerie Blanc 2014 EKO Domaine les Bugadelles Priv/RS 99 kr 1290048 Bergerie Rosé 2014 EKO Domaine les Bugadelles Priv/RS 99 kr 1290049 Bergerie Rouge 2013 EKO Domaine les Bugadelles Priv/RS 99 kr 78697-01 Stanrock Albariño 2014 Stanley Estates BS 149 kr

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78696-01 Stanrock Sauvignon Blanc 2012 Stanley Estates BS 139 kr 78698-01 Stanrock Pinot Noir 2012 Stanley Estates BS 169 kr 78909-02 Stanrock Noble Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Stanley Estates BS 139 kr 74110-01 Martinborough Vineyard Jackson Block Riesling 2012 Martinborough Vineyard BS 149 kr 74681-01 Martinborough Vineyard TeTera Pinot Noir 2012 Martinborough Vineyard BS 199 kr 74679-01 Martinborough Vineyard Pinot Noir 2010 Martinborough Vineyard BS 349 kr 76774-01 Oldenburg Vineyards Chenin Blanc 2014 NY ÅRG Oldenburg Vineyards BS 159 kr 76773-01 Oldenburg Vineyards Chardonnay 2013 NY ÅRG Oldenburg Vineyards BS 159 kr 76771-01 Oldenburg Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 NY ÅRG Oldenburg Vineyards BS 199 kr 76770-01 Oldenburg Vineyards Syrah 2012 NY ÅRG Oldenburg Vineyrads BS 199 kr 76775-01 Ouevedo Late Bottled Vintage 2007 Vinoquel Vinho Oscar Quevedo BS 179 kr 76776-02 quevedo Tawny Port 10 Years Vinoquel Vinho Oscar Quevedo BS 119 kr 201-01 Walton’s London Dry Gin H&A Prestige Packaging BS 231 kr 230-01 Hawthorne’s London Dry Gin H&A Prestige Packaging BS 299 kr

DIAGEO Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Kons.pris sep 2015 402-01 Singleton Spey Cascade Dufftown Distillery FS 329 kr 500-01 Ron Zacapa Centenario Rum Creation & Products, Inc. FS 499 kr 85890-01 Talisker Storm Talisker Distillery BS 389 kr 85742-01 Talisker Port Ruighe Talisker Distillery BS 499 kr 570-01 Bulleit Bourbon The Bulleit Distilling Co FS 309 kr

PRÄSTGÅRDENS VINHANDEL Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris (inkl moms) Vita viner & rosé 72317-01 Sancerre Blanc, 2014 Domaine Delaporte BS 172 kr 501284-01 Terres-Dorées, Beaujolais Blanc Classic, 2014 Domaine Terres-Dorées, J-P Brun BS 149 kr MO-LANB1401 Langhe Chardonnay DOC, 2014 Moccagatta Priv 179 kr TH-BBB1401 Bourgogne Blanc Chardonnay, 2014 Domaine Thibert Père & Fils Priv 149 kr TH-PFB1401 Pouilly-Fuissé, 2014§ Domaine Thibert Père & Fils Priv 219 kr TH-CBRO1401 Coteaux Bourguignons Rosé, 2014 Domaine Thibert Père & Fils Priv 149 kr Röda viner 473250-01 Vougeot 1er Cru Clos de la Perrière, 2006 Domaine Bertagna BS 595 kr 473253-01 Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru, 2007 Domaine Bertagna BS 997 kr GR-HCNR1201 Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, 2012 Domaine Michel Gros Priv 215 kr 91115-01 Vosne Romanée 1er Cru ”Clos des Réas”, 2011 Domaine Michel Gros SB 750 kr GR-VRR1201 Vosne Romanée 1er Cru ”Clos des Réas”, 2012 Domaine Michel Gros Priv 850 kr HE-BRR1301 Bourgogne Pinot Noir, 2013 Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini Priv 198 kr HE-CHAR1205 Gevrey-Chambertin, Vielles Vignes, 2012 Domaine Heresztyn-Mazzini Priv 358 kr 90231-01 Chateauneuf du Pape ”Reserve”, 2012 Domaine Roger Sabon SB 320 kr 92228-01 Terres-Dorées, Fleurie, 2013 Domaine Terres-Dorées, J-P Brun SB 189 kr 95325-01 Terres-Dorées, Moulin à Vent, 2013 Domaine Terres-Dorées, J-P Brun SB 189 kr 73389-01 Langhe Nebbiolo DOC, 2013 Moccagatta BS 185 kr MO-LANR1103 Barbaresco ”Bric Balin” DOCG, 2011 Moccagatta Priv 379 kr

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INTERMONDI Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris(kons) 79393 Von Winning Riesling 2013 Von Winning SB 113 kr 79394 Von Winning Win Win 2013 Von Winning SB 129 kr 79397 Von Winning Deidesheimer Grainhübel 1:e Lage Riesling 2011 Von Winning BS 159 kr 79399 Von Winning Langenmorgen Diedesheimer GG Riesling 2012 Von Winning BS 299 kr 2126 Vedré 2011 Bodegas Carchelo BS 99 kr 74142 Sierva 2011 Bodegas Carchelo BS 129 kr 75991 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2011 Tenute del Cerro BS 129 kr 75164 Rosso di Montalcino 2013 Tenute del Cerro BS 139 kr 78776 Maquis Carménère 2011 Viña Maquis BS 129 kr 78778 Maquis Rosé 2014 Viña Maquis BS 119 kr 2500 Via Terra Selection 2013 Edetària SB 119 kr 74916 Edetana Vit 2013 Edetària BS 115 kr 76265 Champagne Lallier Lallier BS 349 kr Grand Réserve Brut 76266 Champagne Lallier Lallier BS 399 kr Blanc de Blancs

JANAKE WINE GROUP Art nr Produkt SB/BS/Priv Pris(kons) 7264601 Clos de l’Echo 2011 BS 199 kr 7497201 Prestige René Couly Rosé 2014 BS 129 kr 8898101 Vouvray Vieilles Vignes La Coulée d’Argent Sec 2013 (T) SB 131 kr 9115601 Domaine du Vieux Télégraphe 2012 SB 549 kr 7368101 Leon Beyer Comtes d’Eguisheim Pinot Gris 2007 (T) BS 329 kr 302401 Chateau d’Arsac 2012 SB 229 kr 7444001 AMA Chianti Classico 2011 BS 189 kr 7188801 Righetti SOL SB 129, kr 7003201 Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2014 BS 119 kr 9180801 Viña Tondonia Reserva 2003 nyhet 20151002 SB 259 kr 7266501 Viña Tondonia Reserva Blanco 1999 (T) BS 259 kr 7120301 Allesverloren Red Muscadel 2014 (S), 16,5% BS 155 kr 7054002 Fleur du Cap Noble late Harvest 2011 (S), 375ml BS 149 kr 2205501 Jacobsdal Pinotage 2011 SB 115 kr 7209301 Reichrat von Buhl, trocken 2013 (T) (eko) SB 119 kr 9262701 Mandolás Dry Furmint 2013 (T) SB 130 kr 7223101 Freakshow 2012 BS 159 kr

JOHAN LIDBY VINHANDEL Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS Pris 75501 Brancaia TRE 2012 Casa Brancaia SB 129 kr 70325 Rosso Di Montepulciano 2013 Azienda Agricola Poliziano BS 129 kr 92427 Mandrone di Lohsa 2010 Azienda Agricola Poliziano BS 261 kr 79233 Rosso Di Montalcino 2012 Casanova di Neri SB 209 kr 74048 Gigondas aux Lieux Dits 2011 Domaine Santa Duc SB 219 kr 70626 Magic Mountain Riesling 2014 Weingut Leitz BS 149 kr 87282 Central Coast Pinot Noir 2013 Calera Wine Company SB 249 kr >>> 47 INTERNATIONAL

75993 Paracombe Shiraz 2010 Paracombe Premium Wines BS 189 kr 75982 The Reuben 2009 Paracombe Premium Wines BS 189 kr 76027 Les Voisins Pinot Noir 2012 Copain Wine BS 365 kr 74189 Les Voisins Syrah 2012 Copain Wines BS 329 kr 70997 Tous Ensemble Pinot Noir 2012 Copain Wines BS 225 kr 70415 Tous Ensemble Syrah 2012 Copain Wines BS 219 kr 5565 Chablis Sainte Claire 2013 Jean-Marc Brocard SB 149 kr 7457 Chablis Premier Cru Fourchaume 2013 Jean-Marc Brocard SB 199 kr 99670 Les Cent Boisselées 2010 Domaine Druet SB 129 kr (lanseras 4 december)

MIGUEL TORRES Svenska AB Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris(kons) 7380301 Borgone Blanc Merlin BS 149 kr 7380401 Borgonge Rouge Merlin Merlin BS 154 kr 7389701 Macon La Roche Vineuse Merlin Merlin BS 159 kr 7663701 Pouilly Fuissé 2013 Merlin BS 259 kr 7551901 Pouilly-Fuissé Clos de Quarts 2013 Chateau des Quarts BS 399 kr X5129TB0101 Bourgogne Blanc 2013 Thomas Bouley PI 199 kr X5129TB0301 Bourgogne 2013 Thomas Bouley PI 229 kr X5129TB0601 Volnay 2013 Thomas Bouley PI 449 kr X5129TB0501 Volnay Vieilles Vignes 2013 Thomas Bouley PI 549 kr 7252701 Chablis Samuel Billaud BS 185 kr 7266301 Chablis premiur cru Les Fourneaux Samuel Billaud BS 255 kr 7449601 Marimar La Masia Chardonnay Marimar BS 249 kr 7448001 Marimar La MasiaPinot Noir Marimar SB 300 kr 7776601 Boizel Brut Blanc de Noirs Boizel BS 359 kr 7627301 Boizel Brut Blanc de Blancs Boizel BS 399 kr 7627401 Boizel Brut Joyau de France 2000 Boizel BS 849 kr 8596701 Manso de Velasco Miguel Torres Chile BS 279 kr 7581601 Conde de Superunda Miguel Torres Chile BS 339 kr X5129TE0201 Tedeschi Capitel San Rocco Ripasso 2013 Tedeschi BS 179 kr X5129TE0401 Tedeschi Amarone Della Valpolicella 2011 Tedeshi BS 424 kr X5129TA0301 Argentiera 2011 Argentiera - Bolgheri / 550 kr X5129RM2301 Sergio Zingarelli Grand Selezione 2010 DOCG Rocca delle Macie - Toscana / 649 kr 95346 Pio Cesare Barbaresco 2010 Pio Cesare SB 394 kr 95349 Pio Cesare Barolo 2010 Pio Cesare SB 394 kr 91266 Pio Cesare Piodilei 2013 Pio Cesare SB 249 kr X5129AA0601 AA Parvus Syrah 2012 EKOLOGISKT Alta Alella BS November 179 kr X5129AA0801 AA Orbus 2011 EKOLOGISKT Alta Alella BS November 329 kr X5129AA0701 AA Privat Laièta 2011 EKOLOGISKT Alta Alella BS November 209 kr X5129AA0201 AA Privat Opus Evolutium 2009 EKOLOGISKT Alta Alella BS November 279 kr X5129AA0302 AA Dolc Mataró 2011, DO Alella EKOLOGISKT Alta Alella BS November 249 kr AA Bruant NATURVIN/ cava Alta Alella TBC AA Capsigrany NATURVIN /Cava Alta Alella TBC AA Puput Mataro NATURVIN/ sweet wine Alta Alella TBC 8565301 ”Jean Leon Vinya Le Havre Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva 2006 D.O. Penedès” Jean Leon BS 189 kr 8512001 Jean Leon Vinya Palau Merlot 2011, D.O. Penedès Jean Leon BS 199 kr >>> 48 INTERNATIONAL

8514801 ”Jean Leon Vinya La Scala Cabernet Sauvignon Gran Reserva 2005 D.O. Penedès*” Jean Leon BS 279 kr 8602301 Jean Leon Vinya Gigi Chardonnay 2012 D.O. Penedès Jean Leon BS 189 kr X5129LO0101 Altos De Losada 2011 Bierzo Losada Vinos de Finca BS i November 199 kr 7302001 Fransola 2013, DO Penedès Miguel Torres BS 199 kr X5129MT6701 Milmanda 2011, DO Conca de Barberà* * Miguel Torres BS i November 299 kr X5129MT0701 Mas Borràs 2010 Miguel Torres PI 299 kr 7301901 Salmos 2012, DO Priorat * Miguel Torres BS 255 kr 7268701 Perpetual 2011, DO Priorat Miguel Torres BS 325 kr X5129MT9001 Perpetual 2010, DO Priorat Miguel Torres PI 335 kr 9900601 Mas La Plana 2010 75 cl, DO Penedès Miguel Torres BS 399 kr 9713801 Mas La Plana 2009 75 cl, DO Penedès Miguel Torres BS November 399 kr X5129MT4901 Reserva Real 2010, DO Penedès Miguel Torres BS November 698 kr 7034501 Jaime I Reserva de la Familia Miguel Torres BS 649 kr 7065101 Pisco El Gobernador Miguel Torres Chile BS 299 kr X5129MT9601 Tequila Rocado Destiladora Gonzales BS 599 kr

SIGVA Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Privat Pris ex moms Vitt 6456 Saint Clair Riesling Saint Clair Family Estate SB 109 kr Inspiración Tempranillo Blanco Bodegas Valdemar Privat 119 kr 90464 Vette di San Leonardo Tenuta San Leonardo TSE 119 kr 3577 Pioneer Block 3 Saint Clair Family Estate SB 139 kr 2235 Bohemia by Chromy Josef Chromy Wines SB 149 kr 74763 Bramito del Cervo Marchesi Antinori BS 159 kr 5472 Saint Romain Louis Max BS 169 kr 70545 Seve d’Automne Domaine Cauhapé BS 181 kr Sött 3690 Castelnau de Suduiraut Sauternes Château Suduiraut SB 159 kr Rött 2936 Saint Clair Block 23 Saint Clair Family Estate SB 89 kr 2278 Terre di San Leonardo Tenuta San Leonardo SB 119 kr 70467 Château Pech Latt Vielles Vignes Louis Max BS 119 kr 12601 Conde De Valdemar Gran Reserva Bodegas Valdemar SB 139 kr 74193 Fincas Valdemar (Ribera del Duero) Bodegas Valdemar BS 139 kr 90055 Marty Domaine Laougué TSE 159 kr 74473 Pèppoli Marchesi Antinori BS 169 kr 22013 Prunotto Barbaresco Prunotto SB 199 kr 4226 Côte de Nuits-Villages Louis Max SB 199 kr 32152 Tignanello Marchesi Antinori SB 549 kr

SPRINGTIME WINE & SPIRITS Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris 77363 Philipponnat Royale Réserve Philipponnat BS 329 kr 85729 Philipponnat Grand Blanc Philipponnat BS 495 kr 72522 Anna de Codorniu Codorniu BS 127 kr Cantina Zaccagnini dal tralcetto >>> 49 INTERNATIONAL

70297 Cantina Zaccagnini dal tralcetto Pecorino Cantina Zaccagnini BS 89 kr 76632 Anima de raimat blanco Codorniu BS 99 kr 76594 Anima de raimat Tinto Codorniu BS 99 kr 6420 Apothic Red Gallo SB 89 kr 6008 Barefoot Zin Barefoot Cellars SB 75 kr 6723 LMM Napa LMM SB 209 kr 6533 LMM Sonoma LMM BS 119 kr 78532 Bernkasteler Lay Riesl GG dry S A Prüm BS 247 kr 6008 Barefoot Zinfandel Barefoot Cellars 2359 Torre del Falasco Ripasso Cantina Valpantena BS 87 kr 70287 Cantina Zaccagnini Dal Tralcetto Pecorino Cantina Zaccagnini BS 89 kr 74177 Nipozzano Riserva Cianti Rufina DOCG Castello Nipozzano BS 137 kr 76143 Saint Joseph Laurent Domaine Eric & Joël Durand BS 280 kr 78949 Sancerre blanc Domaine La Croix St-Laurent BS 160 kr 86150 DLM Vaulignot Domaine Louis Moreau BS 215 kr 79915 Mâcon villages Henri de Villamont BS 155 kr 76641 Capet-Guillier Masion Antoine Moeaux BS 379 kr 75513 Clos de L’Oratoire Blanc Ogier BS 320 kr

Theis-Vine Artnr Produkt Producent SB/BS/PRIV Pris 77473 Champagne Brut Reserve Grand Cru Champagne Michel Arnould BS 361 kr 77580 Champagne Memoire de Vignes Grand Cru Champagne Michel Arnould BS 851 kr 40438 Meursault - Clos des Corvées de Citeau Domaine Chavy-Chouet BS 361 kr 76992 Pinot Bianco - Venezia Giulia Jermann BS 261 kr 76993 Sauvignon - Venezia Giulia Jermann BS 261 kr 78012 Langhe - Nebbiolo Malvira BS 201 kr 76988 Barolo Revello Fratelli BS 371 kr 76994 Mauro Bodegas Mauro BS 381 kr 76998 San Román Bodega Maurodos - San Román BS 361 kr 76999 Blaufränkisch Burgenland Weingut Moric BS 231 kr 99718 Blaufränkisch Reserve Weingut Moric TSE 279 kr

TREASURY WINE ESTATE Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris (kons) 6253 Koonunga hill Sh/Cab Penfolds SB 99 kr 6463 Koonunga hill Char Penfolds SB 89 kr 16320 Bin 28 Penfolds SB 169 kr 70382 Bin 51 Penfolds BS 195 kr 73331 Bin 150 Penfolds BS 319 kr 99150 Bin 389 Penfolds SB (TSE) 419 kr 3031 Organic Sauvignon Blanc Matua SB 100 kr 2030 Lands & Legends Bordeaux Blend Matua SB 149 kr 74646 Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Beringer SB 199 kr 79038 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Beringer SB 299 kr

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VINIA Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris(kons) 2064 21 Gables Cabernet Sauvignon Spier SB 179 kr 7911 Veuve Ambal Crémant de Bourgogne Veuve Ambal SB 119 kr 2420 Michel Girard et Fils Sancerre Michel Girard SB 139 kr 7806 Maury Domaine Pouderoux Domaine Pouderoux SB 99 kr 7907 Champagne Didier Michel Grand Cru Didier Michel SB 331 kr 2861 Domaine Habrard Crozes-Hermitage Domaine Habrard SB 119 kr 2836 Domaine du Pesquier Crozes-Hermitage Domaine du Pesquier SB 149 kr 2291 Le Hurlevent Chateau-neuf-du-pape Vignobles Mayard SB 189 kr 2262 La Bastide Blanche Earl Bronzo SB 159 kr 78580 Domaine Bousquet Domaine Bousquet BS 157 kr 72194 Grande Reserve Mal bec Domaine Bousquet BS 151 kr 72302 Org de Rac Merlot Reserve Org de Rac BS 159 kr 75546 Org de Rac Shiraz Reserve Org de Rac BS 159 kr

WINEWORLD Art nr Produkt Producent SB/BS/Priv Pris (kons) 75461 Brolio Bianco 2014 Barone Ricasoli BS 99 kr 7179 Torricella 2013 Barone Ricasoli SB 139 kr 2712 Brolio Chianti Classico 2013 Barone Ricasoli SB 129 kr 2723 Rocca Guicciarda Chianti Classico Riserva 2012 Barone Ricasoli SB 149 kr 71483 Brolio Riserva 2011 Barone Ricasoli SB 189 kr 90160 Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione 2011 Barone Ricasoli TSE 329 kr 92033 Colledilà Gran Selezione 2011 Barone Ricasoli TSE 319 kr 97040 Casalferro 2011 Barone Ricasoli TSE 319 kr 77054 Lindauer Brut Lindauer BS 99 kr 77056 Lindauer Rosé Lindauer BS 99 kr 73099 Mère et Fils Chardonnay First Drop Wines BS 209 kr 97011 Mother’s Milk 2013 First Drop Wines TSE 159 kr 90097 Kuyen 2013 Antiyal TSE 199 kr 72209 Jordan The Real McCoy Riesling 2014 Jordan Wines BS 149 kr 88037 Jordan Inspector Peringuey Chenin Blanc 2014 Jordan Wines BS 139 kr 73585 Jordan Nine Yards Chardonnay 2013 Jordan Wines BS 259 kr 6506 Kevin Arnold Shiraz 2011 Waterford Estate SB 209 kr 71007 Waterford Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 Waterford Estate BS 199 kr

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openChrist ophagain!er Jarnvall

And so it is fall again – and hunting season! As I write this article, we at Res Tuta have already managed to set happy hunters on their way to Africa to hunt plains game as well as buffalo. And we’ve received reports that ”our” hunters in Scotland have already managed to shoot some fine deer – as for me, I’ve gotten a in a few duck hunts. But there will be more. And earlier this fall, we signed an agreement with a Polish hunting club for future projects. Hunting in Po- land offers much in the way of cloven-footed game – yes, the most exclusive is the bi- son hunt, which still operates on a small scale with the protected population in eastern Poland.

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And we shouldn’t forget Fine Wine Knights Valley from California A few other fine wines I want to en- Tasting! I think I’ve attended al- also makes a nice wine for the cel- joy at the ”game” dinners include most each and every tasting since lar. Cabernet Sauvignon (item # LMM Napa (item # 6723) or LMM the start, but it is seldom that I see 74646) can easily be stored for ten Sonoma (item # 6533). Napa costs so many good wines for ”game” years. From Australia, I can recom- about SEK 210 at Systembolaget, like there are this year. My focus mend the fantastic Bin 150 (item # and Sonoma about SEK 120. I’d this time was on the cloven game 73331) or Bin 389 (item # 99150) say that LMM Napa is the better and found the following that I’d – both from Penfolds. Bin 150 can of the two and is worth the price like to share: be stored for ten or fifteen years, difference – but you be the judge! Let’s start with fine champagne and Bin 389 up to twenty-five! Yet another really exquisite wine – for the cellar or as an aperitif. We are used to almost every Aus- for storing is the French Capet- Philipponnat Royale Réserve (item tralian wine having a screw top. Guillier (item # 76641). It costs # 77363) or a Grand Blanc (item Kind of boring, one might think. about SEK 380, but on the other # 85729), maybe from the same Pulling the cork from a bottle is a hand it can be aged for twenty or House? Wonderful champagne special feeling. But Bin 389 has a twenty-five years. Just in time for that can be stored for a few dec- cork – why is that? Well, the really the wild boar hunt in 2040. If I can ades, but only if you have the pa- fine stored wines still have corks. still lift my rifle then. tience to wait! That is how you can see that wine is And finally – after the hunting din- But what should we drink dur- aging. There simply is not enough ner, or just as a nice conclusion ing the hunting dinner, with deer, long-term research to know what after hunting deer in the Scottish moose, roe deer and wild boar on if any effects a screw cap can have Highlands one fine, cool fall day: the menu? over time. We don’t know what will Talisker Storm (item # 85890-01). happen to the wine after a few dec- Well, why not a Pio Cesare Bar- A smoky single malt whisky – like ades. Plus, the Asian market doesn’t an Atlantic storm hitting the Scot- baresco (item # 95346) or a Barolo like the screw tops. And if you (item # 95349), also from the same tish coast. Fall is fantastic! Enjoy were to accidentally hit the top of a the meal! House? These two are also good ”screwy” bottle, there is a high risk prospects for aging in the cellar – for unwittingly aerating the wine. so they can even be enjoyed after a So we cork lovers can breathe a sigh hunt in five or ten years. of relief.

tradition t. He L ena, C a aLL r ig H never tasted so good. ts ts r eserved.

Louis M Martini naPa VaLLEY ARt.NR: 6723. pRIs: 209 kR. 75CL. 14,5%Cabernet voL. ÅrgÅ ngSauvignon 2012

For more than 75 years, the Martini family winemakers have crafted world-class Cabernet Sauvignon wines from the exceptional vineyards of Sonoma and Napa counties. Louis M. Martini embodied a simple, honest premise: The best grapes make the best wines. Today, Michael Martini, third-generation winemaker carries on this tradition at the historic winery in Napa Valley with his range of unforgettable Cabernet Sauvignon wines.

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the penfolds

collection 2015 On October 15th, The Penfolds Collection 2015 was launched in the Guldfoajén at the Royal Opera House in Stockholm, as well as around the world. The Penfolds Collection is comprised of the wine house’s best vintages and the availability is quite limited. The wines, all of which have a connection to historic mileposts or days of the year, are produced by Australia’s Penfolds, who are celebrating 171 years this year.

The Penfolds legacy is passed on five vintages of about 20 wines – More Highlights from this year’s under the leadership of Chief each with its own character, origin launch winemaker Peter Gago, who also and charm. The Swedish market Each year, the Penfolds wine drives the operation forward by has received seven wines from this house launches their top wines putting his personal touch on the unique collection. under the name The Penfolds Col- products. This year’s release covers >>>

55 INTERNATIONAL lection. The release occurs on the wine that could stand beside their says Peter Gago, Penfolds Chief same day worldwide, and is highly flagship Grange. Another wine that winemaker. anticipated by both collectors and stands out is St Henri from the top Epicurean. 2012 vintage. 2015’s Winemaker of the year This year’s launch includes the “With this year’s launch of The Pen- for white wines famed iconic wine Grange 2011, folds Collection, our wine makers Earlier this year, Penfolds win- which is its 61st vintage in a row. remind us that magic can be found emaker Kym Schroeter and his This is only the sixth Grange vin- in the unknown. Behind the mag- team were awarded the prestigious tage made with 100 % since the nificent surprises we get to experi- “White wine maker of the year” for experimental 1951 vintage (1951, ence lie our science, history and ex- 2015 by the International Wine 1952, 1963, 1999, 2000). Another perience. Our red wines from 2013 Challenge (IWC). Kym Schroeter star in this release is the white wine have gone through a noticeable has been working at Penfolds since Yattarna 2013, which is a result of change while in the bottle – they 1987, and has over 25 years of ex- one of the largest and most talked have matured, and developed more perience making wine. about wine projects ever under- complexity and body. These wines taken in Australia. The aim of this also put smiles on our faces and re- This honor shows Penfolds abil- project was to produce a white minds us why we do what we do,” ity to consistently produce wines

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of the highest quality from a wide 2011 Penfolds Grange, pris: 3 999 kr, artnr: 99998-01 range of fields and grapes. 2013 Penfolds Yattarna, pris: 1 099 kr, art.nr: 97978-01 “In general, I think this year’s col- 2013 Penfolds Magill Estate, pris: 1 049 kr, art.nr: 91911-01 lection of our white wines are 2013 Penfolds RWT, pris: 899 kr, art.nr: 98090-01 among the best thanks to the high 2014 Penfolds Reserve Bin14A, pris: 699 kr, art.nr: 91224-01 quality and its ability to age well. Because these are definitely wines 2012 Penfolds St Henri, pris: 599 kr, art.nr: 98064-01 for your cellar. The white wines 2013 Bin 389, pris: 419 kr, art.nr: 98091-01 span three vintages, 2013-2015,” says Kym Schoreter. New this year Penfolds Collection 2015 Pen- folds Collection 2015 offers wines Utöver lanseringen kommer Penfolds att för första gången i år pre- with prominent story, generosity, sentera ett urval viner i eleganta presentaskar. Samlare som införskaf- potential for storing, and cultural far sig en Grange kan nu märka sin presentkartong med en skräddar- importance. The wines are made in sydd plakett med namn och ett personligt meddelande. small amounts and the availability in the Swedish market is very limited. The Penfolds Collection 2015 was launched globally on October 15th, and some of the wines were available at Systembolaget the same day. Wines from The Penfolds Col- lection 2015 available in the Swed- ish market include: 57 INTERNATIONAL

Årets nyårsrosé 2 år i rad.

Celebris Celebris Rosé Extra Extra Brut Brut 2007 Grand 2002 Artnr 77264 Millésime Artnr 76649. Pris 1190 kr. Grande Réserve Grand Blanc de 2004 Pris 999 kr. Artnr 87661. Blancs Artnr 82190. Pris 409 kr. Grand Rosé Brut Artnr 77477. Pris 599 kr. Artnr 7405. Pris 549 kr. Pris 499 kr.

Alkoholhalt 12%. Läs mer på www.gosset.se

Alkoholkonsumtion under graviditeten kan skada barnet

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Tre läckra Nyheter i beställningssortimentet! Les CaiLLoux Châteauneuf-du-PaPe

Lombard & Cie är ett familjeägt champagne- hus i tredje generationen under ledning av Thierry Producent: André BrunelLombard. Huset äger tio hektar Art.nr. 79121vingårdar och har tillgång till frukt Pris 299 krfrån ytterligare 140 hektar i 46 crus

77459 Lombard Brut Référence, 77389 Lombard Grand Cru Mil- 750 ml 299 kr, 375 ml 179 kr lésime 2008, 750 ml 369 kr www.bravin.se Pinot Meuniers 40%, pinot noir 40% och Chardonnay 80% (Mesnil sur Oger, Avize, chardonnay 20% Chouilly). Pinot noir 20% (Ambonnay, Verzenay)

Varannan förare som omkommer i singelolyckor i trafiken är alkoholpåverkad.

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Altia Sweden AB Berntson Brands Diageo Sweden AB Box 27144, 115 28 Stockholm Torsgatan 13, 111 23 Stockholm Box 49159, 100 29 Stockholm Besöksadress: Sandhamnsgatan 63 C Telefon: +46 8 610 06 90 Besöksadress: Gävlegatan 22C Telefon: +46 8 557 790 00 Fax: +46 8 610 06 99 Telefon: +46 8 508 820 00 www.altia.se E-post: [email protected] Fax: +46 8 729 00 49 www.berntsonbrands.se www.diageo.com Arcus Sweden AB Birger Jarlsgatan 20, 114 34 Stockholm Bibendum Darom AB Spirits & Liqueurs Telefon: +46 8 545 534 30 Sandhamnsgatan 63, 115 28 Stockholm Elbegatan 4-6, 211 20 Malmö Fax: +46 8 545 534 39 Telefon: +46 8 598 110 00 Telefon: +46 40 782 50 E-post: [email protected] E-post: [email protected] www.darom.se www.arcus.no www.bibendum.se Domaine Wines Sweden AB Arvid Nordquist Vin och Sprithandel Bornicon & Salming AB Holländargatan 20, 111 60 Stockholm Box 1285, 171 25 Solna Holländargatan 17, 111 60 Stockholm Telefon: +46 8 546 107 00 Besöksadress: Ekensbergsvägen 117 Telefon: +46 8 32 02 20 www.domainewines.se Telefon: +46 8 799 18 00 Fax: +46 8 32 02 10 Fax: +46 8 29 60 99 www.bornicon-salming.se Edrington Sweden AB E-post: [email protected] Luntmakargtan 45, 102 47 Stockholm www.arvidnordquist.se Box Destilleri AB Telefon: +46 8 440 83 00 Box 140, 872 96 Bjärtrå Fax: +46 8 20 87 80 Bacardi AB Telefon: +46 70 552 78 28 E-post: [email protected] Wallingatan 2, 111 60 Stockholm www.boxwhisky.se www.edrington.se Telefon: +46 8 566 480 00 E-post: [email protected] Caro Vin AB Fondberg Sweden www.bacardi.se Box 24005, 104 50 Stockholm Linnégatan 87D, 115 23 Stockholm Telefon: +46 8 505 515 00 Telefon: +46 8 555 292 00 Backafallsbyn AB/Spirits of Hven Fax: +46 8 651 09 96 www.fondberg.se Norreborgsvägen 55, 260 13 Sankt Ibb E-post: [email protected] Telefon: +46 418 44 99 99 Giertz Vinimport AB www.backafallsbyn.se Cefour Wine & Beverage AB Blasieholmsgatan 4A, 114 48 Stockholm www.hven.se Stuvaregatan 1, 29 635 Åhus Telefon: +46 8 21 83 88 Telefon: + 46 44 781 66 55 Fax: +46 8 21 33 82 Bergslagens Destilleri E-post: [email protected] E-post: [email protected] Pettersbergsvägen 2A, 703 69 Örebro www.cefourwine.se www.giertz.se Telefon: +46 733 189 000 E-post: [email protected] Chris-Wine Sweden AB Granqvist Beverage House AB www.bergslagensdestilleri.se Blasieholmen 4A, 111 48 Stockholm Vulcans Väg 1, 522 30 Tidaholm Telefon: +48 8 440 85 80 Telefon: +46 502 148 88 E-post: [email protected] Fax: +46 502 158 88 www.chriswine.se E-post: [email protected] www.granqvistbev.se >>>

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Handpicked Wines Miguel Torres Sverige AB Origin Nordic Bondegatan 21, 116 33 Stockholm Torshamnsgatan 39, 164 40 Kista Arenavägen 41, 121 77 Johanneshov Telefon: +46 8 510 691 00 Telefon: +46 8 545 833 91 Telefon: +46 8 505 68 741 www.handpicked.se www.torres.se E-post: [email protected] www.originwine.co.za Heba Food & Beverages Modern Wines AB Box 142, 37 22 22 Ronneby Magasin 2, 115 56 Stockholm Pernod Ricard Sweden AB Telefon: +46 0457 240 85 Telefon: +46 8 10 33 66 117 97 Stockholm www.heba.se Fax: +46 8 10 65 60 Besöksadress: Marieviksgatan 19B (fd E-post: [email protected] Årstaängsvägen) Heering www.modernwines.se Telefon: +46 8 555 201 00 Box 7327, 103 90 Stockholm Fax: +46 8 555 201 01 Besöksadress: Regeringgatan 111 Mondo Wines E-post: [email protected] Telefon: +46 8 412 60 40 Frihamnsgatan 30, 115 56 Stockholm www.pernod-ricard-sweden.com www.heering.com Telefon: +46 8 679 52 00 Fax: +46 8 679 52 13 PhilipsonSöderberg Henkel & Co E-post: [email protected] Sandhamnsgatan 62, 115 28 Stockholm Hangövägen 29, 115 41 Stockholm www.primewinegroup.com Telefon: +46 8 598 112 00 Telefon: +46 8 120 904 00 E-post: [email protected] www.henkell-sverige.se NO1 Brands www.philipsonsoderberg.se Dalhemsvägen 2, 451 55 Trollhättan Hermansson & Co Telefon: + 46 521 449 40 Prime Wine Sweden Box 7245, 103 89 Stockholm Fax: +46 522 321 10 Frihamnsgatan 30, 115 56 Stockholm Besöksadress: Sturegatan 6 E-post: [email protected] Telefon: +46 8 679 52 00 Telefon: +46 8 587 410 80 www.no1.se Fax: +46 8 679 52 13 E-post: [email protected] E-post: [email protected] www.hermanssonco.se NIGAB www.primewine.se Box 10296, 434 23 Kungsbacka Kiviks Musteri AB Besöksadress: Gårdsvägen 18, Purity Vodka AB Karakås, 277 35 Kivik 169 70 Solna Kansligatan 1B, 211 22 Malmö Telefon: +46 414 719 00 Telefon: +46-10 762 43 00 Telefon: +46 40 20 47 60 E-post: [email protected] Fax: +46 300 121 53 www.purityvodka.com www.akessonvin.se, E-post: [email protected] www.kiviksmusteri.se www.nigab.se Saturnus AB Bronsyxegatan 11, 213 75 Malmö L.O. Smith AB Nordic Whisky Capital AB Telefon: +46 40 671 19 00 Fabriksgatan 5, 533 33 Götene Sankt Eriksgatan 58, 112 34 Stockholm Fax: +46 40 671 19 39 Telefon: +46 511 773 200 Telefon: +46 8 651 04 38 E-post: [email protected] E-post: [email protected] E-post: [email protected] www.saturnus.se www.losmith.se www.nordicwhisky.se Stellan Kramer AB Mackmyra Svensk Whisky Norrtelje Bränneri Svärdvägen 19, 182 33 Danderyd Hantverkargatan 5, 112 21 Stockholm Lohärads Söderby, 761 72 Norrtelje Telefon: +46 8 544 905 90 Telefon: +46 8 556 025 80 Telefon: +46 176 22 71 30 Fax: +46 8 544 905 99 E-post: [email protected] E-post: [email protected] E-post: [email protected] www.mackmyra.se www.norrteljebrenneri.se www.stellankramer.se

Malmköpings Nya Spritbolag Oenoforos AB Spring Wine & Spirits AB Landsvägsgatan 3, 642 60 Malmköping Box 24005, 104 50 Stockholm Vårby Allé 39, 143 40 Vårby Telefon: +46 157 201 90 Telefon: +46 8 651 09 95 Telefon: +46 8 672 77 00 E-post: [email protected] Fax: +46 8 651 09 96 E-post: [email protected] www.malmasb.se E-post: [email protected] www.springwine.se www.oenoforos.se >>>

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Spirits of Gold AB Treasury Wine Estate Winemarket Nordic AB Box 7350, 103 90 Stockholm Birger Jarlsgatan 55, 111 45 Stockholm Blasieholmsgatan 4A, 111 48 Stockholm Telefon: +46 8 660 32 10 Telefon: +46 8 696 96 00 Telefon: +46 72 513 93 93 E-post: [email protected] www.twegolbal.com www.winemarket.se www.spiritsofgold.com VCT Sweden Åbro Wines (AB Åbro Bryggeri) Svensk Export Vodka AB Döbelnsgatan 21, 111 40 Stockholm 593 86 Vimmerby Linnégatan 87, 115 23 Stockholm Telefon: +48 8 505 667 60 Besöksadress: Drottninggatan 82, Telefon: +46 8 555 292 00 Fax: +46 8 505 65 299 Stockholm www.svenskvodka.se E-post: info(a)vctsweden.com Telefon: +46 8 211 430 www.vctsweden.com E-post: [email protected] The Absolute company www.abro.se Årsta Ängsväg 19 A, 117 97 Stockholm Ward Wine AB Telefon: +46 8 744 73 53 Östermalmsgatan 87 D, 114 59 Stockholm www.absolut.com Telefon: +46 8 511 698 30 www.wardwines.se The Wine Team Blasieholmsgatan 4A, 111 48 Stockholm Telefon: +46 8 406 01 77 www.wineteam.se

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62 INTERNATIONAL steamy drink trend on the march Lindeman’s presents warming wine drinks inspired by winter’s taste trends

Warm wine-based drinks with Ludvig’s tips for warm wine exciting taste combinations is an drinks It is important to remember emerging trend, and allows people that warming up a wine gives it a to experiment with different fla- different taste profile, which means vors to create a personalized drink. you need to experiment to find the Drink expert Ludvig Grenmo has right tastes. Finding the difference expanded on this trend, creating between spicy and sweet is essential two warm drinks, one with Shiraz for a successful win drink – not too In December, Lindeman’s will Cabernet and one with Lindeman’s sweet and not too spicy. It is also release their limited edition box Chardonnay. important to pick the right wine, wines Lindeman’s Shiraz Cabernet – When I created the drinks, I and Lindeman’s box wines have and Lindeman’s in specially de- started with the wines’ fullness and good balance and structure which signed packaging inspired by the character, and added ingredients are easy to integrate with winter’s Swedish winter. Besides just en- with the proper spices and sweet- taste trends. joying the wines on their own or ness. The red drink has a classic – It’s cool that the DIY-trend is seen with a meal, Lindeman’s sees other base with a twist, from rooibos tea more and more in the drink world. opportunities – especially dur- and licorice root, while the white Personally, I think it’s a lot more ing the coming winter season. In drink has a more trendy combina- fun, and most of all that drinks line with current food and drink tion of passion fruit, apple and bay taste better, when you make your trends, Lindeman’s presents two leaves. Both work well for dinners own warm wine drinks instead of inspirational and creative recipes or sitting in front of the fire after buying finished glögg. I also prefer for warm drinks. Ludvig Gren- a day on the slopes, says Ludvig to know exactly what the drinks mo, bar manager at Linje Tio, is Grenmo, bar manager at Linje Tio, contain, and working with qual- the person behind he recipes, and Tjoget in Stockholm. ity raw ingredients is the alpha and is also one of Sweden’s top drink omega is the key to getting it right. makers. >>>

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It’s also fun to experiment with the berries and fresh or dried fruits different taste combinations, says (dates, apricots, peaches, grape- Ludvig Grenmo. fruit and apples). Even spices like Taste trends winter 2015/16 Clas- cardamom, chili and bay leaves are sic tastes for warm drinks include becoming more popular. Flavor- sour (bitter) orange, cinnamon, ing drinks with tea (red, white or peach, cloves and allspice. When it black) is also trending. For sweet- comes to 2015, popular and trend- eners, honey, agave and rock candy ing tastes include ginger, licorice, are popular.

RECIPE FOR WARM WINTER DRINKS Ludvig Grenmo, bar manager at Linje Tio in Stockholm, has created two inspiring recipes - one with Lindeman’s Shiraz Cabernet and one with Lindeman’s Chardonnay. Lindeman’s Fireplace Dream Ludvig: ”For this warming red drink, I chose to include tastes that are currently popular – which means that I chose to work with sweetness, acidity and different spices. For example, the licorice is an exciting flavor to combine with Lindeman’s Shiraz Cabernet, and pairs well with the sweetness of the rock candy sugar. Even the tea and the sweetness from the apricots match well with the wine and the other ingredients. A classic red wine drink with a twist!” 75 cl Lindeman’s Shiraz Cabernet, 10 cl rock candy spiced sugar, 3 dried apricots, 1 licorice root, 2 g Rooibos tea, 10 cm long cinnamon stick, 10 cloves, 15 allspice, 1 orange rind, 10 ginger slices How to make it: Heat the wine to 75 C and then add the ingredients. Increase temperature to 90 C and allow the spices to soften for about 10 minutes. Before serving, let the drink cool down a few degrees – it’s hot! Garnish with some pieces of dried apricot and then serve!

Lindeman’s Caribbean Snow Ludvig:” ” This is a more public and trendy win drink. Passion fruit is an unusual ingredient in a warm drink, but it tastes really good! The passion fruit and cinnamon combination give it a kind of Caribbean taste. The bay leaves are also fantastic – when they are warmed up, they help release all sorts of fruity tastes, like fresh-picked, wild and genuine. These ingredients combined with Lindeman’s Chardonnay create a fresh and exciting wine drink.” 75 cl Lindeman’s Chardonnay, 8 cl agave sugar, 3 passion fruit, 10 cm long cinnamon stick, 1 lemon rind, 2 apples, 5 bay leaves How to make it: Combine all the ingredients with the wine and heat at 85 C for ten minutes. Serve directly.

64 INTERNATIONAL WebAuc tion special Welcome to December’s Fine wine and Spirits Auctions Sören Nylund, head of valuations for fine wines and spirits auctions at Systembolaget

The December auctions start on Monday, the 7th. This is the eighth and final round of auctions for 2015. There are over 620 items up for bidding, repre- senting pretty much the entire wine and spirits world’s classic areas.

The three-day auction will take place December 7-9, beginning at 10:00 each day. First out are the champagnes and white wines. These are followed by red wines from Bordeaux on the 8th. And finally, the last day of the auction December 9, will include wines from other regions, fortified wines and several unique distilled items that have gained international attention. Sören Nylund, Before moving on, I have the pleasure of mentioning that the November auction included a 50+ year Head of Valuation, Systembolaget old Macallan from 1928, which claimed the (so-far) highest final bid for an individual bottle ever sold in Sweden: SEK 216,000. That makes the December auction even more exciting, as yet another Macallan has been submitted. This time it is a 60 year old – The Macallan Lailque…

Monday, December 7th – champagne and white wines Champagne will lead off the auction, and contains a large span of vintages from the 1950’s to the much younger champagnes from the 2000’s. Some of the items included are a Bollinger Spectre Limited Edition – a magnum of Bol- linger RD 1988 with accompanying Crystal set designed by Saint Louise Crystal Work. A special release before the launch of the James Bond film Spectre. Other notables: Salon 1985, 1988 and 1990, and Selosse Blanc de Blancs från 1989 and 1990. A pair of crates of Comtes de Champagne from 1996 magnum bottles 2002 in their original boxes.

Tuesday, December 8th– red wines from well balanced wines. Experts consider both of these vintag- Bordeaux es to be classic and long-lived. Some of the first items are from older vintages – Ch Aus- Other notables: Latour 1989 and 1998 in complete boxes, one 1928 and Ch Latour 1929. 1928 was a year marked by a Margaux from 1989, also in complete boxes in both standard warm and dry summer. This combination gave thick grape size and magnums. Léoville Poyferré from 1990 in boxes with skins, resulting in very tannin-rich, ageable wines. The fol- magnums, Mouton from1995 and 2009, also in complete lowing year 1929 is thought of as one of the warmest and original boxes. Cos d’Estournel and Montrose from 2010. driest growing seasons ever, and resulted in very full and >>> INTERNATIONAL

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wednesday 11 november – various origins The third and final auction day contains wines from other regions, such as Italy, Spain, Bourgogne, southern France, Australia and California. These are accompanied by various fortified wines and other distilled items. Dal Forno Amarone 2008, Mazzano 2007 and La Poja 2001 are examples from the Italian group. From Bourgogne, we have Roumier Musigny 1999, La Tâche 2009 and 2010, Chambertin Rousseau 1989 and Echézeaux 2011 from Mil- lot. From a little bit farther south come Cuvée de Quet from Mas de Boislauzon and Da Capo from Pegau. Among the fortified wines is the rare Madeira wine Ter- rantez 1862 from H M Borges. Other examples include Nie- poort Colheita 1912, Burmeister Colheita 1922 and many other port wines from to 1940’s and Quinta do Noval Na- cional 1964.

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Destilled The final items are various distilled, and it should prove to be an eventful end to the auction. The anniversary cognac Martell Premier Voyage is expected to be auctioned off in the afternoon. It comes in a specially designed bottle with accompanying sculpture, and is a limited edition. A few hours later it will time for The Macallan Lalique 60 Years from the Speyside region. The fourth edition in The Six Pillars Collection is one of the oldest and most rare whiskies ever bottled by Distillery. It’s topped off with a crystal stopper with a copper cap made from an old Macallan still. All of it comes in a high-polish black lacquer box. The Macallan 60 years old was drawn from some of the house’s oldest stocks. They were housed in five sherry butts, made from a mix of Spanish and American oak and filled 9th and 10th of November 1950. The copper cap on the crystal stopper is made from an old Macallan copper spirit still. Presented in a lacquer box, each decanter is individually numbered – one of 400 in this special limited edition. Macallan Lalique is a collaboration between the Macallan Speyside Distillery and the French crystal house of Lalique. Among the other cognacs: an exceptionally old 1870’s edition from the 1870’s from the historic cellars of Cave de La Tour d’Argent, the famous restaurant in Paris that dates back to the 1580’s. There is also a 1865 vintage up for auction. From the single malts: historic whiskys from the Lowlands, like Kinclaith, Killyloch from Glenflagler and Ladyburn. There are also whiskys from distilleries that no longer exist. Other items come from Brora, Ardbeg, Highland Park, Port Ellen and more. There are also several Japanese special editions from Hanyu, and Karuizawa is in the last auction of the year for drinks as collector’s items. Read more about the auction’s various object här (link available after Wednesday, December 3). This auction draws curtain on the wine and spirits auction season. I hope I’ve been nice enough this year so that Santa will come. So, even though it is only the end of November, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

A very warm welcome to the December auction.

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Sotheby’s London, 2 December 2015

A Century of Classic Wine This spectacular collection, amassed over many years, spans more than a century of classic Bordeaux, Sauternes and Burgundy.

The range of vintages of Classed Growth Bordeaux is extraordinary. Lafite sets the tone with no fewer than 24 vintages and opens the sale with a single bottle of the rare 1903. Mouton Rothschild is featured in an equally exciting array of vintages, beginning with the coveted 1928, one of the stars of the 20th Century. Latour, Margaux and Haut Bri- on are also well represented. Highlights from the Right Bank include Cheval Blanc 1995, on offer in Double Magnums and impressive Imperials – perfect for large format aficionados! And for the ultimate tasting comparison, there is the stunning Le Pin 1995. Leading the Sauternes selection is a superb trio of Yquem vintages – the 1988, 1989 and 1990 – offered in tempting half bottles to decadent Double Magnums, Jeroboams and Imperials. Prized Burgundy includes DRC La Tâche and Richebourg 1972 in their original wooden cases; a magnum of Echézeaux 1989 from Henri Jayer and a case of Clos de la Roche 1986 from Armand Rousseau.

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SOTHEBY’S LONDON, 16 & 17 DECEMBER 2015

THE EXCEPTIONAL CELLAR OF A CONNOISSEUR

This collection is both classic and exciting, a reflection of a man who was passionate about art and gastronomy, as well as being an oenophile of great distinction. The cellar was as- sembled over many years with infinite care and knowledge, and stored in perfectly temperature-controlled conditions. The range of majestic Bordeaux is impressive. First and Second Growths abound, in great vintages and in various formats. Both Right and Left Banks are here in force, many in original wooden cases. Landmark vintages such as 1945, 1959 and 1961, and more recent standout vintages such as 1982, 1996 and 2000, have a phenomenal presence. The owner’s ‘penchant’ for Sauternes is evident in this breathtaking selection that encompasses all the great Châteaux in vintages spanning 1899 through to 2009. The list of Burgundy growers is show-stopping, from DRC to Rousseau, Leflaive to Leroy, de Vogüé to Prieuré-Roch. The Rhône wines are a catalogue of gems, from Chave to Rayas to Guigal. Veuve Clicquot Brut 1929 and Krug Clos du Mesnil 1979 are highlights from Champagne. The aristocrats from Italy and Spain are not forgotten, with legendary vintages of the ultra-complex Vega Sicilia, while Piedmont is represented strongly amongst the Italian wines.

Partial view of the “owc” cellar

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A selection of Château d’Yquem vintages: 1921, 1928, 1929, 1937, 1945, 1949, 1953, 1959, 1967 (1143-1170)

Musigny 1995 Domaine Leroy, 5 bot- Château Mouton Rothschild 1982, 12 Château La Mission Haut Brion tles, estimate £4,000-5,000 (1314) bottles, estimate £6,500-8,500 (165- 1961, 6 bottles, estimate £5,500- 166) & Château Mouton Rothschild 6,500 (57) 1982, 1 double-magnum, estimate £2,600-3,400 (168-180)

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December 4-5 2015, Smith & Wollensky, NY

Zachys Holiday Auction Features The Private Collection of Bob Hudson, a Spotlight on Italy, and Champagne Philipponnat

What happened to 2015? It went by in a flash. David Let- terman had his last show, we met Caitlyn Jenner, we lost BB King and Leonard Nimoy, we lived through deflategate, Brian Williams and Donald Trump... and the year’s not over yet. The Holiday Auction, taking place on December 4 & 5 at Smith & Wollensky in NYC, is always a fun one at Zachys. In this 1600+ lot auction, there are a few highlights I’d like to draw to your attention. The first is one of our anchor consignments of the sale, The Private Collection of Bob Hudson (lots 280-602). In this business we so often focus on estimates, but wines are meant for enjoying with friends. It’s nice to remember that fact every once in a while, and we’re delighted to have Bob ex- press this sentiment himself in the introduction he wrote to his own collection. The collection focuses mainly on Bor- deaux (including an impressive 15-liter bottle of ’00 Mouton Rothschild, lot 334) and California Cabernet (don’t miss the Lastly, I’ve got to point out the consignment direct from the Harlan vertical back to ’91, lot 515) but there’s also an in- cellars of Champagne Philipponnat (lots 1216-1244)–this telligent selection of Burgundy from Rouget, Clos de Tart, is the Holiday Auction, after all. This main highlight here is Groffier and others, as well as Vega Sicilia, Unico, and others. a vertical of the famous Clos des Goisses, back to the ’52 This sale also features a “Spotlight on Italy” (lots 1447-1676). vintage, as well as mags and jeros. We’ve also printed an in- In a country with diverse climates, geography and winemak- terview with Charles Philipponnat to give you a look at his ing, this section of 229 lots focuses on the Super Tuscans of feelings on this consignment. Sassicaia, Ornellaia, and loads of Masseto, as well as Barolo and Barbaresco from Giacosa, Conterno and Voerzio. There’s a magnum of ’64 Mascarello (lot 1628) and rare bottles of ’95 Quintarelli Amarone Riserva (lot 1630) so time perusing this section will be rewarded.

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Champagne: 1512NY_9 Lots 1216-1218 Lot 1216 one magnum of Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 1952 $3,400 - 5,500 Lot 1217 one magnum of Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 1964 $3,400 - 5,500 Lot 1218 one magnum of Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 1976 $1,600 - 2,400

Bordeaux: 1512NY_35 Lots 300, 320 & 334 Lot 300 one 5L of Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1990 $5,000 - 7,500 Lot 320 one 6L of Chateau Margaux 1986 $3,000 - 4,600 Lot 334 one 15L of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2000 $24,000- 36,000

Burgundy: 1512NY_7 Lots 1398-1400 Lot 1398 one bottle of Corton Charlemagne Coche-Dury 2000 $1,700 - 2,600 Lot 1399 one bottle of Corton Charlemagne Coche-Dury 2001 $1,400 - 2,000 Lot 1400 one bottle of Corton Charlemagne Coche-Dury 2006 $1,200 - 1,800

California Cabernet: 1512NY_46 Lots 191-193 Lot 191 one magnum of Harlan Estate 1997 $1,500 - 2,200 Lot 192 one magnum Harlan Estate 2001 $1,300 - 1,900 Lot 193 one magnum of Harlan Estate 2002 $1,300 - 1,900

Spirits: 1512NY_32 Lots 958 & 959 Lot 958 one 720ml bottle of Nikka Arita Yaki Malt & Grain Ceramic Bottle $1,000 - 1,500 Lot 959 one 600ml bottle of Suntory Hibiki 21 Year Old Malt and Grain Ceramic Bottle $1,000 - 1,500

Italy: 1512NY_21 Lots 1489 & 1490 Lot 1489 twelve bottles of Sori San Lorenzo Gaja 1997 $3,000 - 4,800 Lot 1490 twelve bottles Sori Tildin Gaja 1997 $3,200 - 4,800

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Hart Davis Hart Wine Co. to Hold World’s Largest Wine Auction of 2015 Featuring Incredible Roumier, Rousseau, Screaming Eagle and More

Hart Davis Hart Wine Co, will hold their first three day $228,350-$339,900), and 37 lots of Domaine Dujac (est. auction on December 10, 11, and 12. This exceptional $94,300-$140,650). In addition to the amazing Burgundy sale of incredible diversity and provenance is expected selections, this consignment includes a trove of other old to be the world’s largest wine auction of 2015, with over world treasures. Champagne enthusiasts will be thrilled by 3,400 lots valued at an astonishing $6.8-$10.2 million. the 25 lots of Dom Pérignon Oenothèque dating back to 1971, while Rhône lovers should not miss the incredible se- Anchoring this sale is a breathtaking consignment from a lection of Chave Hermitage. This is truly a collection for the prominent East Coast collector that includes one of the history books and Hart Davis Hart is thrilled to offer these most comprehensive collections of fine Burgundy to ever fantastic wines to bidders around the globe. appear at auction. Comprised of exceedingly rare selections Additional highlights from this massive sale include spec- from the most heralded and sought-after Burgundian pro- tacular wines from celebrated California producers: 70 lots ducers, this stellar offering features 66 lots of Coche-Dury (est. $312,050-$463,900), 26 lots of Armand Rousseau (est. >>>

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of Screaming Eagle (est. $262,000-$391,700), 53 lots of Ridge follow the auction in the salesroom, watch a video feed of Monte Bello dating back to 1968 and direct from the cellar the auction, and bid against the room, all in real-time. of winemaking luminary Paul Draper (est. $61,870-$92,520), Hart Davis Hart’s auctions take place at Chicago’s award- and 83 lots of rare Sine Qua Non (est. $112,220-$166,260). winning restaurant, TRU, located at 676 N. St. Clair Street in Italian wines are also well represented by the many gems Chicago. from Bruno Giacosa, Sassicaia, and Giacomo Conterno. On top of the huge assortment of fine and rare wines, the Our October auction will begin promptly at 8:30am (CT) on sale features an impressive selection of Bourbon, Rye, and Friday, October 30 and 8:30am (CT) on Saturday, October Scotch. There is most assuredly something for every collec- 31. More details to come on our December sale. Attend- tor in this extraordinary auction. ance at Hart Davis Hart sales is open to the public and free of charge. Reservations for lunch at TRU during the auc- Do not miss the opportunity to join Hart Davis Hart for this tion ($75) should be made by calling Sam Luchsinger at record breaking sale. The auction will take place at Chica- 312.854.0096 or by emailing [email protected]. go’s award-winning restaurant, TRU, beginning promptly at 8:30am (CT) on Thursday, December 10, Friday December TRU is located at 676 N. St. Clair Street in Chicago, just one 11, and Saturday December 12, 2015. If you are unable to block East of Michigan Avenue. Attendance at the sale is join HDH in the auction room, you can participate by using open to the public and free of charge. their state of the art online bidding platform (auction.hdh- Reservations for lunch at TRU during the auction ($75) wine.com) and mobile app. Both absentee bidding and live should be made by calling Hart Davis Hart at 312.854.0096 bidding can be executed using this groundbreaking new or emailing [email protected]. technology. On the day of the sale, registered bidders can

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Highlights of the December auction: Lot 178: 1990 La Tâche, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (12 bs) (est: $35,000-55,000) Lot 190: 1982 Vosne-Romanée, Cros Parantoux, Henri Jayer (2 mags) (est: $32,000-48,000) Lot 215: 1970 Unico, Bodegas Vega Sicilia (12 bs) (est: $6,000-9,000) Lot 281: 1968 Ridge Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Monte Bello (11 bs) (est: $3,200-4,800) Lot 329: 1982 Château Lafite Rothschild (12 bs) (est: $24,000-35,000) Lot 745: 1979 Château Le Pin (10 bs) (est: $24,000-35,000) Lots 784, 785: 1953 Very Old Fitzgerald 8 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Distilled and Bottled by Stitzel-Weller (12 Half Pints (8oz)) (est: $7,500-11,000) Lot 1133: 1982 Château Pétrus (3 dbl-mags (3L)) (est: $35,000-55,000) Lot 1447: 2007 Clos de la Roche, Domaine Leroy (12 bs) (est: $10,000-15,000) Lot 1571: 2004 Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sau- vignon (6 mags) (est: $15,000-22,000) Lot 1972: 1999 Musigny, Georges Roumier (2 bs) (est: $7,000-10,000) Lot 2224: 2005 Sine Qua Non The Naked Truth / The 17th Nail In My Cranium / Body & Soul Asst. (3 mags) (est: $5,500-8,500) Lot 2721: 1999 Chambertin, Armand Rousseau (12 bs) (est: $15,000-22,000) Lot 2807: 2008 Corton-Charlemagne, Coche-Dury (12 bs) (est: $24,000-35,000) Lots 2946, 2947: 1976 Dom Pérignon, Oenothèque (2003 Disgorgement) (12 bs) (est: $11,000-17,000)

As an added service to collectors, photos of the top lots in the auction will be available for viewing on www.hdhwine.com enabling prospective bidders an opportunity to view bottle conditions before bidding.

Upcoming Auction Calendar December 10, 11 & 12, 2015 February 13, 2016 April 2, 2016

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EVERYTHING FOR THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS DINNER AT BONHAMS WINE SALE (TURKEY NOT INCLUDED)

Bonhams Fine Wine sale in London on Thursday 10 De- A bottle of Musigny Vieilles Vignes Domaine Comte Georg- cember offers everything for a perfect Christmas dinner es de Vogüé 1959 at £1,100-1,300 or perhaps a Henri Jayer and is guaranteed to help the most demanding reveller Richebourg 1982 (£5,000-8,000) would happily accompany through the Festive Season. the first course with some magnificent mature Bordeaux to complement the turkey. Four magnums of Château Latour Starting – naturally - with champagne there are two bottles 1945 are estimated at £14,000-18,000 and there is a case of of Pol Roger 1947, released in 1981 to mark the wedding of the legendary Château Mouton Rothschild 1961 at £14,000- Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer, estimated at £500- 17,000. 600 each; a magnum of Krug 1959 at £1,200-1,500 and a single lot of five bottles of Dom Pérignon 1961 at £1,500-1,700. >>>

Five bottles of Dom Pérignon 1961, estimate £1,500-1,700

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Four magnums of Château Latour 1945, estimate £14,000-18,000; A case of Château Mouton Rothschild 1961 at £14,000-17,000

For many wine connoisseurs, Château d’Yquem is the ul- Director of Bonhams Wine Department and Master of Wine, timate pudding wine and two bottles of the 1927 vintage Richard Harvey said, “We always have an abundance of in- are in the sale at £1,000-1,200 per bottle. For anyone with teresting and special wines in our Christmas sale and this an appetite, left there are three bottles of Quinta do Noval year is no exception. It’s difficult to pick a favourite but the Nacional 1963 at £2,000-2,500 a bottle to accompany the Musigny Vieilles Vignes 1959 would be hard to resist and it Stilton and walnuts and some very rare old vintages of Ma- is always fascinating to try old Madeiras and marvel at their deira - 1795, 1834, 1840, 1863, 1874 and 1900 ranging from enviable staying power.” £400-480 to £1,500-2,000 a bottle.