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WINEOFTHEMONTHCLUB.COM • 1.800.949.9463 WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION SIN MANCHA , 2016 Region: Maule Valley, Chile • Alcohol: 13.5%

NOSE PAIRING Currant and Cedar Red Meat

PALATE COLOR Rich Black Fruits Medium Dark Purple CELLAR FINISH Now through 2022 Rich with Soft Tannins

“ CAB • burr • NAY saw • VEEN • yon “

Spanish priests first brought to Maule Valley. In this region, the soils Chile in 1548, and Francisco de Aguirre are composed of volcanic rock, which planted the first vines in the Maule Valley provides good drainage and nutrients in 1551. It wasn’t until 300 years later that for vines, and sandy loam, which ensures Chile became a major player in the wine minimal water retention. The result is world. a perfect habitat to grow exceptional grapes. In the early 1800s, European winemakers came here to escape phylloxera, a plant Don Pedro Etcheberry, a French louse that was unwittingly brought agronomist, started his family to Europe when curious winemakers here, and his descendants, Pedro Felix planted indigenous American vines in de Aguirre and Ana Maria Etcheberry, their . While phylloxera lives continued the family tradition by benignly in American vines, European founding Viña De Aguirre. Viña De vines were not resistant to the louse, and Aguirre produced its first in 2000, it took 50 years to clear it out. Meanwhile, and by 2011, it had become Chile’s most Chile’s vines have continued to thrive. awarded winery. The grapes for our selection are harvested Our Cabernet is a sublime blending from Villa Alegre, in Chile’s pristine of sun and soil. It delivers all the black ITEM #: C1017R1IC cherry and currant fruit flavors you could Retail Price: $18.99/each want, with an enveloping dose of vanilla Paul Member Price: $11.98/each and spice, and it finishes with a flourish. & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $7.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 95 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION TRIPLE B , 2016 Region: Sonoma, California • Alcohol: 13.2%

NOSE PAIRING Blueberry and Spice Red Meat, Game PALATE COLOR Hints of Strawberry Dark Magenta CELLAR FINISH Now through 2021 Soft Tannins

Back in 1979, an Australian couple who First is the fact that it is made from three had international ties in the wine busi- grapes; 73% , 18% and ness decided to head out to California 9% Petite Sirah. The cool part here is to scout some wine sites. Someone told that they age the wine for three months them Sonoma was a good bet. Good in American bourbon barrels. More thing they listened, because it was the commonly, you’ll find and Scotch best decision they ever made. aged in bourbon barrels. Over the years, we’ve featured just three bourbon- Today, Aussie Wine Direct (AWD) sources barrel-aged wines, and this is our favorite. wine from all over the world, but mainly California and Australia. They started The result is not as far-out as you’d imag- when land was relatively inexpensive and ine. First of all, it’s only in the barrel for have benefited greatly from the huge in- three months, so the residual bourbon crease in value over the last 40 years. flavor is barely a hint. What it does add is a kind of spicy vanilla component that As a result, they are able to make wines doesn’t seem out of place at all. of incredible value like this fun selection, Triple B. The name signifies two things. Because of their vast sources, AWD were able to cull some of the best grapes from ITEM #: C1017R2DC the best areas, like Sonoma and Napa. Retail Price: $16.99/each The result is a large and lovely offering with dense fruit, lively tannins and a long Paul Member Price: $11.98/each and glorious finish. & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $7.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 95 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION GROVE MILL , 2014 Region: Marlborough, New Zealand • Alcohol: 13.0%

NOSE PAIRING Gooseberry and Seafood, Light Meats Grapefruit and Fowl PALATE COLOR Rich White Peach, Citrus Medium Straw CELLAR FINISH Now through 2018 Grapefruit and Peach

“ saw • VEEN • yon BLONK “

Grove Mill is one of New Zealand’s most Maling has made wine all over the heralded . It is located at the world. In 2000, he became only the Northern end of the South Island in the third winemaker in New Zealand to pass country’s finest wine-producing area for the rigorous Master of Wine Exam. Mat Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough. Duncan tends Grove Mills’ 200 acres of vines with a precision and dedication Grove Mill is one of the pioneers in the that shows in the wines produced from Wairau Valley, first planting grapes them. in 1988. That may seem like a short time ago, but you have to realize that The grapes for our selection are picked practically nobody ever heard of New at night, when the weather is cooler. This Zealand Sauvignon Blanc back then, and prevents any spontaneous fermentation today it is one of the most popular wines should the skin crack on the trip to the in the world. winery.

Part of Grove Mill’s success is certainly The grapes are then pressed and the result of the efforts put forth by their fermented at cold temperatures, which winemaker and vineyardist. Alastair preserves the delicate fruit component.

ITEM #: C1017W1IZ The result is a classic rendition of Retail Price: $14.99/each NZ Sauvignon Blanc, sporting lovely gooseberry and white peach flavors and Paul Member Price: $11.98/each finishing with a refreshing citrus tang. & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $6.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 95 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION GRAN PASSIONE Falanghina, 2015 Region: Beneventano I.G.T., Italy • Alcohol: 12.5%

NOSE PAIRING Lychee and Guava Seafood, Fowl

PALATE COLOR Very Full, Mango, Mint Medium Straw CELLAR FINISH Now through 2018 Very Long and Protracted

“ fah • lahn • GHEE • nah “

Gran Passione is fashioned by Casa by the third generation, today, producing Vinicola Botter, founded by Carlo Botter over 4 million cases of wine and selling in Italy’s Veneto region almost 90 years them worldwide. ago. Carlo’s dream was to make the world aware of the wines of this region, which Falanghina is one of the most aromatic he was so passionate about. He began and profoundly rich-tasting wines on selling wines in casks to restaurants earth. It’s also known as Falanghina Greco, and retailers from small lots of wine he which acknowledges its Greek heritage. purchased and blended himself. The is grown almost exclusively in Campania, just north of Naples, and Gran Thirty years later, the next generation Passione’s grapes are from the region’s began bottling their own wines and esteemed Beneventano I.G.T. finding thirsty markets anxious to buy them from all over the world. Eventually, At first whiff, it has a very tropical, almost they were sourcing grapes from other lychee nut and mango character, which areas of Italy like Piedmont, Tuscany, is fulfilled on the palate. The exotic Lazio, Sicily and Campania, where this amalgam of these flavors is held in check selection originates. The company is run by a soft, enveloping acidity, which gently holds all the lovely components in place.

ITEM #: C1017W2II This is a very exciting wine, which typically Retail Price: $18.99/each sells for a lot more than our reorder price. Paul Member Price: $11.98/each Enjoy it now and stock your cellar while & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $6.99/each we’ve got it! Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 97 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION GALLICIAN GRÈS D’OR Rouge (Red), 2016 Region: I.G.P. Gard, France • Alcohol: 13.5%

NOSE PAIRING Strawberry and Grape Red Meat and Game PALATE COLOR Rich Berry with Earth Medium Dark Magenta

CELLAR FINISH Now through 2025 Earth and Cherry

“ GRAY • dore ROOzh “

Until 2009, this wine region was called of the greatest grapes on the planet. “Pays du Gard;“ now it’s “I.G.P. Gard.“ While each one can certainly stand on its Regardless, we love this area of the own, there is something magical about Languedoc in France because you can what they add to each other in a blend. It find wines made from the same grapes makes sense: If the blended wine hadn’t as Châteauneuf-du-Pape and pay less been better, vintners could have saved than half the price. What’s not to like? themselves some trouble and used just Located in the southernmost region one grape for their wine. of the Rhône, the Cave de Gallician A blend like this is the classic example was created in 1951 by 50 winemakers of the whole being greater than the sum working with almost 2,000 acres of of its parts. Not to take anything away grapes. The area’s viniculture, however, from the three individually great grapes started much earlier. In fact, Romans housed in this bottle, but it’s hard to deny constructed the famous Pont du Gard the outcome. aqueduct in the first century, and vines have been grown here ever since. Here is a perfect balance of flavor after flavor hitting you at different times and This selection features the classic trinity in different places. First you get the blast of , and Mourvèdre, three of earth and red grapes, then the spice and hints of licorice and strawberry, and ITEM #: V1017R1IF finally the penetrating finish, restoring all Retail Price: $21.98/each that was grand and glorious in the nose Paul Member Price: $16.98/each and on the palate. & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $12.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 95 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION TUCUMEN Cabernet Sauvignon, 2015 Region: Mendoza, Argentina • Alcohol: 13.5%

NOSE PAIRING Dark Chocolate and Red Meat and Cherry Game PALATE COLOR Imposing Black Very Dark Cherry and Spice CELLAR FINISH Now through 2025 Distinctive Fruit and Earth

“ CAB • burr • NAY saw • VEEN • yon “

Tucumen is the work of Juan José The grapes for this selection are Budeguer, a former sugar cane planted in Mendoza, Argentina, producer who wanted to set an between 6,000 and 10,000 feet example for his children of what hard above sea level, making this one of work and dedication can accomplish. the highest vineyards in the world. He also wanted them to acquire a The air at this elevation is so thin that healthy respect for the land and how the workers have to get used to the its cultivation rewards patience and altitude or they will faint. fortitude. The grapes, meanwhile, love it here. Juan and his wife started their journey The stony, sandy soil provides good with 250 acres of land in the Maipú drainage and nurtures vines that Valley, one of Argentina’s most produce rich, aromatic wines. As to sublime areas for growing grapes. He climate, the unadulterated sun and made another great choice in hiring cool temperatures constitute the Juan Manuel Mallea, arguably the most perfect growing conditions. most talented and most renowned winemaker in the country, to oversee And perfect is, well, the perfect word the wines. to describe this wine. The depth is evident in the dark crimson color, leading to the brooding aroma of ITEM #: V1017R2IA chocolate and leather, and finishing Retail Price: $18.99/each with berries and earth. Perfect! Paul Member Price: $16.98/each & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $12.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 96 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION SPELLBOUND , 2015 Region: California • Alcohol: 13.5%

NOSE PAIRING Tropical Fruit and Seafood, Vegetarian Vanilla PALATE COLOR Peach Nectar and Pale Gold Spice CELLAR FINISH Now through 2019 Vanilla and Citrus

“ SHAR • doh • NAY “

There are iconic names in every business. when it was in its heyday, back in 1996. The automobile industry has its Fords, He launched a very successful cigar Benzes and Shelbys. Wine has the importing company and rode the crest Mondavis. until the fad was on the wane. So then what’s a Mondavi to do? You guessed it! Spellbound is the work of Rob Mondavi, grandson of none other than Robert, Though Rob worked for the Mondavi considered the man who put California winery and its wholesaler in California, he and Napa on the world wine map. still had to do his own thing on his own terms. Spellbound is his thing. To say that Rob grew up in the wine biz would be an understatement in the Just thinking about the sources available largest sense of the word. He grew up to Rob is a dizzying prospect. He basically playing in the and winery, but can get the pick of the vineyard and eventually he saw its more serious side. that’s just what he’s done here, as the grapes from this selection come from all But being an independent sort, he over California. wanted to branch out on his own. So he took a swing at the cigar business Here is spellbinding (sorry, just had to) Chardonnay that is as much of a joy to ITEM #: V1017W1DC behold in the bottle and in the glass as it is to taste on the palate. It is pure-class Retail Price: $18.99/each Chardonnay with subtle yet penetrating Paul Member Price: $16.98/each flavors worthy of its name. & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $11.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 95 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION PUENTE DE RUS Verdejo, 2015 Region: La Mancha, • Alcohol: 12.5%

NOSE PAIRING Peach and Lime Shellfish, Seafood, Fowl PALATE COLOR Granite, Guava and Pale Straw Grapefruit CELLAR FINISH Now through 2018 Lime Zest, Granite and Peach

“ vair • DAY • ho “

Puente de Rus is a co-operative founded The co-operative did better than they in 1945 to pull together a bunch of expected to, partly because many of scattered vineyards in the area of La the great wines of Spain come from La Mancha, which is one of the largest Mancha. Puente de Rus now controls appellations in Spain. It is located in the over 6,000 acres of grapes. Their vineyards middle of the country, near Madrid. are more than 2,000 feet above sea level, where the climate is cool. The conditions When the co-op was founded, allow them to grow delicate varieties, like was the only region in Spain garnering our Verdejo, with a sensual delicacy not international attention for their wines found anywhere else. and . Most of the country’s other To say that we love this varietal would wine-producing areas were unheard-of. be putting it mildly. It is one of the most Puente means bridge in Spanish, so it delicious white grapes in the world. And seems logical that this winery wanted to though it crops up in Australia, New bridge the gap between La Mancha and Zealand and California, nowhere does it a wider world of wine enthusiasts. shine as it does in Spain. At first, it comes on like Sauvignon Blanc, with a white peach and citrus edge. Then, ITEM #: V1017W2IS it morphs into , with apple and apricot. Finally, it finishes like Viognier, Retail Price: $18.99/each sporting a touch of spice and granite. Paul Member Price: $16.98/each Surely this is the chameleon of wines. & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $11.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 95 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION CHACEWATER Petite Sirah, 2013 Region: Lake County, California• Alcohol: 14.6%

NOSE PAIRING Rich Bramble and Red Meat and Game Black Cherry PALATE COLOR Ripe Berry, Spice, Medium Purple Pepper CELLAR FINISH Now through 2020 Very Extracted

“ peh • TEET seer • RAH “

Chacewater in Lake County, California, selling grapes to Fetzer. By 2008, they has one of the more interesting stories realized they were growing outstanding in the wine biz. Owner Paul Manuel is grapes and decided to branch out on of British descent - from Chacewater, their own. By 2011, Chacewater released England. His forefathers were hard- their first wines. rock miners and, like them, Paul took to physical labor at an early age - in his case, Lake County is nestled between Napa construction work. and Mendocino. Many wineries in both counties get their grapes from here, He prospered at his craft for over 30 as it is one of the finest unsung grape- years, reaching a management position growing regions in California. and financial success. But the call of the grape was loud and clear, and he It is also known for producing eventually had to follow it. outstanding Petite Sirah, as evidenced by our selection. Following in the footsteps Paul and his wife, Kellye, began planning of Fetzer and Parducci, Paul and Kellye their vineyard and winery in Lake County are crafting some incredible wines here. almost 30 years ago. They chose well, because a few years later they were Petite Sirah is not for the faint of heart. ITEM #: L1017R1DC Its bold brambleberry flavors and spice Retail Price: $25.00/each are harnessed by gripping tannins and a mesmerizing finish. Paul Member Price: $22.48/each & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $15.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 97 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION MONTE DO CARRAPATELO Vinho Tinto - Select, 2015 Region: Alentejo, • Alcohol: 14.5%

NOSE PAIRING Red Fruit and Vanilla Red Meat and Game

PALATE COLOR Expressive and Medium to Dark Expansive Magenta CELLAR FINISH Now through 2025 Very Long and Extracted

“ VEEN • oh TEEN • toh “

Luís Duarte, the most celebrated winemaker Henri Bouschet gave the grape his name, in the Alentejo region of Portugal, owns along with “Alicante,” referring to a wine- and runs Monte Do Carrapatelo. The grapes producing area in Spain. How Alicante got for this selection come from his estate and into the mix is anybody’s guess, as no one are a blend of Aragonez (Portugal’s version seems to know. of Spain’s grape), and Touriga Nacional varieties. We’re still trying to figure this out, but maybe there’s no need to. The important thing is We love grapes whose stories are as that Alicante Bouschet grapes, combined fascinating as the wine itself. Take, for with Aragonez and Touriga Nacional grapes, example, the cross-cultural Alicante make truly outstanding wine. Bouschet grape. Grown in Southern Portugal, This selection is gorgeous and tantalizing, the grape was bred by Henri Bouschet, a with exotic fruit and spice. Here is the perfect Frenchman, in the late 1800s. His new grape blend, aged nine months in new French oak produced higher yields without sacrificing barrels to impart roundness and depth to the flavor and color. It was such a huge hit that, wine. at the time, it was the single most planted varietal in France. Touriga Nacional is the supreme grape of the Porto area and it certainly shines through here. The complex expansiveness that it adds to Port is evident, matched with the richness ITEM #: L1017R2IP of the Alicante Bouschet. This is a rare treat Retail Price: $24.99/each and one you won’t soon forget, as you won’t Paul Member Price: $22.48/each be able to wait for your next sip. & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $15.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 96 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION LES FUMÉES BLANCHES Sauvignon Blanc, 2014 Region: Languedoc, Gers, Tarn & les Charentes, France • Alcohol: 12.0%

NOSE PAIRING Citrus and Hints of Seafood, Shellfish, Smoke Fowl PALATE COLOR Explosive Middle Very Pale CELLAR FINISH Now through 2018 Long with Hints of Spice

“ saw • VEEN • yon BLONK“

This selection is the work of one of the America or the South of France, the most famous wine families in France, brothers seem to know how to get it the Lurtons. First off, they own Château done right. La Louvière in Bordeaux, one of the few châteaux producing both white and red With this selection, they have done wines. However, they’re best known for something we’ve never encountered their white, which is Sauvignon Blanc before. They sourced grapes from literally and Semillon. all over France: north, south, east and west. And it’s all 100% Sauvignon. Let’s André Lurton is the proprietor of La face it - Sauvignon Blanc runs in the Louvière, but it is his two sons, Jacques Lurtons’ bloodstreams. They know this and François, who have ventured outside grape better than most. of France, as well as within the country, to create a powerful organization dedicated The result is nothing short of amazing. to outstanding wine production. They It exhibits some of the qualities of the started their organization in 1985, and Loire with the high citrus notes and now produce wines from five different flashes of smoke and peach. But then countries. And whether they’re in South the power of the Languedoc kicks in and adds an explosive mid-palate. All in all, a ITEM #: L1017W3IF spectacular wine. Retail Price: $24.99/each Paul Member Price: $22.48/each & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $13.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 95 www.wineofthemonthclub.com WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB SELECTION FORMIGO Blanco Ribeiro, 2015 Region: Ribeiro, Spain • Alcohol: 12.0%

NOSE PAIRING Flowers and Minerals Shellfish, Vegetarian

PALATE COLOR Engaging Guava Medium Straw CELLAR FINISH Now through 2018 Rich, Long and Citrusy

“ BLONK • oh ree • BAY • roh “

After a few decades of doing this, I can role in this wine. The principal grape here get a feel for what a wine tastes like is , a Portuguese variety found based on the type of grapes, where it in , blended with , came from and who made it. Then there the main grape in Sherry. In my wildest are times like with this selection, when I dreams I couldn’t imagine what that am totally clueless. would be like, and I was absolutely astonished when I tasted it. Formigo de la Fuente is a family who has been part of the landscape in Galicia, The juxtaposition of flavors here is nothing Spain, for over a century. Galicia is a short of amazing. First, you have the light unique growing area in the Northwest and airy Treixadura taking 50% of the corner of Spain and shares its Southern blend, and then the powerful Palomino border with Portugal as well as several of contributing 30%. The expected clash its grapes. That’s where the fun starts. turns into the unexpected resolution of lovely, translucent flavors softened by When we think of Galicia, we have to small amounts of Godello, Torrontés, think of Albariño (a.k.a. Alvarinho, in Albariño and Loureira grapes. Portugal). However, it plays a very small The result is an endless swirl of exotic ITEM #: L1017W4IS flavors including, but not limited to, Retail Price: $23.99/each guava and peach, roasted hazlenuts, lime zest and apple. Simply stunning! Paul Member Price: $22.48/each & Ed ‘s Reorder Price: $13.99/each Rating: WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 94 www.wineofthemonthclub.com A report on how previous selections are faring with age. Obtained from actual tastings of wines under optimal storage conditions.

CELLAR NOTES October 2015: CLASSIC SERIES Syrah, 2012. Matchbook. Still great. Chardonnay, 2013. Painted Van. Drink. , 2013. Cebada. Drink or hold. Chardonnay, 2011. Wonderlust. Drink up. October 2016: Merlot/Zinfandel, 2012. Ed’s Red. Still great. Chardonnay, 2013. Thanks! Ready. Primitivo, 2012. Uvaggio. Drink or hold. Chardonnay, 2014. Rockbrook. Ready.

October 2015: VINTNERS SERIES Merlot, 2014. Le Petit Baltazar. Still great. Albarino, 2013. Sentidino. Ready. Garnacha/Syrah, 2011. Alonia. Drink or hold. Pinot Grigio, 2014. Savino. Ready. October 2016: Cabernet Sauvignon, 2015. Hermoso Hermosa. Still great. Chardonnay, 2013. Rutini. Ready. Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013. Adrift. Very nice now. Chardonnay, 2013. Front Runner. Drink.

October 2015: LIMITED SERIES Pinot Noir, 2013. Burnside Road. Still great. , 2012. Los Heroldos. Drink or hold. Sauvignon Blanc, 2013. Cosa Obra. Ready. Verdejo, 2013. Cyatho. Perfect now. October 2016: Cabernet Sauvignon, 2013. Cabernon. Still great. Malbec, 2014. Solar De Orfila.Very nice now. Chardonnay, 2013. Magnolia Court. Ready. Gros Manseng, 2015. Domaine De Papolle. Ready.

WINE OF THE MONTH CLUB • 1-800-949-9463 www.wineofthemonthclub.com ecipesMediterranean Swordfish R Serves: 4 INGREDIENTS 4 swordfish steaks (about 6 oz. each, 3/8” thick) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2 cups whole peeled canned tomatoes, drained and minced 1/2 cup large green olives, roughly chopped 3 tbsp. salt-packed capers, soaked and drained 1/4 tsp. crushed red chili flakes 2 tbsp. roughly chopped flat-leaf parsley 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice PREPARATION Sprinkle swordfish with salt and pepper. Heat oil over high heat. Working in two batches, add swordfish and cook, flipping once, until golden brown and medium done, about 3 minutes per side. Set swordfish aside. Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add tomatoes, olives, capers, and chili flakes and cook, stirring, until tomatoes soften and release some of their juices, about 5 minutes. Return swordfish steaks to skillet, nestling them in the sauce, and add parsley and lemon juice. Cook until fish is cooked through. To serve, transfer swordfish to a platter and spoon sauce over top. Serve with Grove Mill Sauvignon Blanc, Spellbound Chardonnay or Les Fumées Blanches Sauvignon Blanc.

Spicy Turkey Loaf Serves: 8 INGREDIENTS 1 1/4 lb. ground turkey 2 1/2 cups roughly crushed Ritz-brand crackers 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese 1/2 cup chili sauce, such as Heinz 1/4 cup prepared horseradish 2 tbsp. chili powder 2 tbsp. Worcestershire 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped 1 16-oz. can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO-TEL), drained Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted PREPARATION Heat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine turkey, 2 cups crackers, ½ cup of each cheese, chili sauce, horseradish, chili powder, Worcestershire, mustard, garlic, eggs, onion, tomatoes and chiles, and salt and pepper. Transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet and shape into a 10″ by 6″ loaf. Combine remaining crackers and cheeses with butter in a bowl; sprinkle over top of meat loaf. Bake until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat loaf reads 160°, about 30 minutes. Serve with Sin Mancha Cabernet, Gallician Grès d’Or Rouge or Chacewater Petite Sirah. EARLIER FAVORITES AT REORDER PRICES!

Retail Reorder Case Item # Wine Name Price Price Price

CLASSIC SERIES

C0917R1DC – Tinto Rey, 2013. $18.99 $7.99 $95.88 Matchbook “Cherry, Earth, Rose Petals”

C0917W1II – Chardonnay, 2016. $15.99 $6.99 $83.88 Mezzacorona “Lovely Apple and Citrus”

C0917R2DC – Zinfandel, 2013. $14.99 $7.99 $95.88 Cloud Break “Plum, Anise and Cherry”

C0917W2DC – Chardonnay, 2016. $14.99 $6.99 $83.88 Cathedral Creek “Rich Tropical and Vanilla”

C0817R1DC – Merlot, 2013. $18.99 $7.99 $95.88 Pietra Santa “Plum and Berry”

C0817W1II – Chard./Pinot Grigio, 2015. $17.99 $6.99 $83.88 Luna di Luna “Pear, Peach and Guava”

C0817R2DC – , 2013. $18.99 $7.99 $95.88 Pietra Santa “Sweet/Tart Cherry”

C0817W2IU – Chardonnay, 2013. $15.98 $6.99 $83.88 Farm to Table “Lively Apple and Peach” S O L D O U T

VINTNERS SERIES

V0917R1IC – Carménère, 2015. $19.99 $12.99 $155.88 Almacruz “Berry with a Touch of Cocoa”

V0917W1II – Pinot Grigio, 2016. $18.99 $11.99 $143.88 Cantina Valdadige “Lovely Citrus and Spice”

Pesquiera Cambra V0917R2DC – Cabernet Sauvignon, 2012. $18.99 $12.99 $155.88

2012 Paso Robles Cabernet Pesquiera Cambra “Imposing Berry and Earth” Sauvignon

VINTED & BOTTLED BY LE VIGNE WINERY, PASO ROBLES, CA 14.8% ALC. BY VOL. • CONTAINS SULFITES • 750ML GOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) ACCORDING TO THE SURGEON GENERAL, WOMEN SHOULD NOT DRINK ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES DURING PREGNANCY BECAUSE OF THE RISK OF BIRTH DEFECTS(2) CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IMPAIRS YOUR ABILITY TO DRIVE A CAR OR OPERATE MACHINERY, AND MAY CAUSE HEALTH PROBLEMS.

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V0817R1IF – GSM, 2016. $24.99 $12.99 $155.88 Gallician, Pays d’Oc “Cranberry Spice”

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