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WINE LIST Our Philosophy

As always at Mirihi we aim to bring both unrelenting quality and unique variety for a fair price to the table. We have sought out a unique, award-winning selection of interesting from the new and ’s regions, to offer you a list albeit small, but perfectly formed, just like our island. In compiling our wine list, it was of outmost importance for us to offer something suitable for everyone – from deep ruby reds to celebratory , whatever you like, and for whatever occasion.

A word of note about our wine prices: Although we strive to ensure the best wine prices for you, import costs, transportation to our tiny island and a Maldivian alcohol tax (of currently 50%) make it a real challenge.

We wish that your journey through this unique selection of wines enriches your Mirihi experience!

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 6 Organic/biodynamic/sustainable wine  Information Available by the glass What is the definition of a good wine? It should start and end with a smile.

We have listed our wines by grape variety in the first part. The second part consists of specialties and rarities – those are wines and that we find deserve a special recognition and are available in a limited allocation only. You will also find some pairing recommendations and small tasting notes to each wine, to help you find a ‘good drop’ that matches your taste.

Index

Champagne & Sparkling wines 1 White wines 4 Rosé wines 9 Red wines 10 Dessert wines 16 Specialties (by country) 17

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RIESLING

The is considered as one of the noble grape The Sauvignon Blanc is originated in the Bordeaux region of varieties for wine making. It can produce wines of high France. However, New Zealand has taken this grape to new acidity and elegance in very cool growing conditions. Its heights in the cool Marlborough region, producing racy wines usually show fresh fruit flavors like peach and wines with tropical fruit and gooseberry flavors. Sauvignon honeysuckle and a zesty character. The most famous come Blanc is usually dry with distinctive herbaceous qualities, from the Rhine valleys of Germany and Alsace in France. being the perfect match with fish and seafood.

OLD WORLD OLD WORLD

2015 Domaine Gobelsburg 6 82 2015 Fournier Sancerre ‘Les belles vignes’ 95 Austria, Niederösterreich (DAC) France, Valley, Sancerre (AOC) Aromas of flowers, lime and apple and a bracing acidity Lovely grassy and gooseberry notes and good minerality

2016 Bassermann-Jordan 78 2015 Pascal Jolivet Pouilly-Fumé 98 Germany, Pfalz (QBA) France, , Pouilly-Fumé (AOC) Lemon, green apples, well balanced acidity, long finish (dry) White fruits and citrus notes, good minerality, medium-bodied

2011 Künstler ‘Stielweg’ Old Vines 110 2015 Cantina Terlano ‘Winkl’ 93 Germany, Rheingau (QBA) Italy, Alto Adige-Südtirol DOC) Complex Riesling from old vines, deep, rich and long finish (dry) Fruity bouquet of elderflower and ripe fruit, bright yellow

2009 Balthasar Ress ‘Hattenheimer Nussbrunnen’ 160 Germany, Rheingau (QMP), First Growth Premium first growth, hand-picked grapes, mineral, off-dry 2016 Saint Clair ‘Vicar’s Choice’ 87 New Zealand, Marlborough NEW WORLD Intense bouquet of passionfruit, grapefruit and gooseberry

2013 Mirassou 60 2015 Cloudy Bay 97 USA, Monterey County New Zealand, Marlborough Soft and crisp, fruity with firm acidity Silky and concentrated aromas of juicy stone fruit and lemongrass

2013 Leeuwin Estate ‘Art Series’ 84 2016 Mulderbosch 78 Australia, Margaret River South Africa, Western Cape, Wine of Origin Dry, refined, delicate fruit with floral and mineral bouquet Vibrant green hues with notes of grapefruit and lime citrus fruits

2016 Peter Lehmann ‘Portrait' 79 2014 Stella Bella 'Sauvignon & Semillon' 65 Australia, Eden Valley Australia, Margaret River Freshly cut limes, lemon sorbet and hints of apples Ripe fruit, floral blend with bouquet of lemon and lime blossom

2013 Saint Clair ‘Pioneer Block 9 Big John‘ 92 2015 Undurraga ‘Aliwen’ 55 New Zealand, Marlborough Chile, Curicó Valley Citrus and green apples, delicate honeysuckle note, off-dry Crisp and straight, very light, subtle grass and peach aromas

2012 Robert Mondavi ‘Private Selection’ 70 USA, Central Coast Crisp acidity, notes of fresh citrus and grassy touch

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CHARDONNAY

Like many other ancient grape varieties, Chardonnay stems OLD WORLD from the Middle East. As spread, the variety found a new home in France, particularly in Burgundy. 2009 Joseph Drouhin ‘Macon Villages’ 74 Chardonnay is one of the most popular grape varieties in the France, Burgundy (AOC) world. Aromas like melons and exotic fruits are typical, high Aromas of lemon and apple on the nose, stony minerality qualities are usually rich in alcohol and extract. They are wines of substance, with long finish and often – but not 2015 Brocard ‘Sainte Claire’ Petit Chablis 6 89 necessarily – vilified in barrique barrels. France, Burgundy (AOC) Light, refreshing junior appellation, high minerality NEW WORLD 2014 Brocard ‘Vau de Vey’ Chablis Premier Cru 6127 France, Burgundy (AOC) 2014 Las Moras Reserva 6 62 Argentina, San Juan Fresh and floral on the nose with an elegant, full fruity finish Rich and deep with structured acidity and complex nose, mineral 2011 Chanson Meursault 192 2013/2015 Concha Y Toro ‘Amelia’ 115 France, Burgundy Chile, Casablanca Valley (DO) Fragrances of new hay, fresh nuts, butter and hint of vanilla Rich, with ample barrel influence and white fruit 2008 Chanson Chassagne-Montrachet 230 2011 Ata Rangi ‘Petrie’ 94 France, Burgundy New Zealand, Martinborough Pineapple lemon nose, balanced fruit with crisp acidity Fresh and floral on the nose, full-bodied and harmonic finish 2011 Olivier Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet 225 2014 Calera 6 115 France, Burgundy USA, Central Coast Complex, rich nose, flavors of white fruit, buttery notes Soft and complex with buttery notes and flavors of ripe apple 2014 Gaja ‘Rossj-Bass’ 255 2012 Joseph Phelps ‘Freestone ’ 195 Italy, Piedmont (DOC) USA, California, Sonoma Coast Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc from the world famous house Gaja Notes of lemon, pastry, white flowers and a whisper of French

2013 Feudi del Pisciotto ‘Alberta Ferretti’ 98 2015 Warwick ‘The First Lady’ Unoaked 70 6 Italy, Sicily (IGT) South Africa, Stellenbosch, Wine of Origin Oak-aged, layers of mango & pineapple, rich and creamy mouthfeel Fresh, floral style, with bright green apple, pear and acacia notes

2010 Mulderbosch 145 2013 Planeta 120 / (Magnum) 245 South Africa, Stellenbosch, Wine of Origin Italy, Sicily (IGT) Full bodied barrel fermented Chardonnay with a creamy mouth feel Notes of ripe peaches , acacia honey and marzipan, full bodied

2013 Terrazas de los Andes Reserva 87 2013 Castello di Pomino ‘Pomino Bianco’ 72 Argentina, Ucu Valley Italy, Tuscany (DOC) Fresh and fruity character. Finely integrated and elegant. Perfect Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco, appealing, well balanced finish balance between its velvety texture and high acidity.

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PINOT GRIGIO/GRIS PINOT BIANCO/BLANC

In recent years, Pinot Grigio has placed itself at the top of A mutation of the Pinot family, Pinot Blanc was once the chart varieties. Although widespread, the spiritual home commonly mistaken for Chardonnay - it looks quite similar of this variety is still in northern Italy, especially in the on the vine. But true Pinot Blanc, called Pinot Bianco in Italy, vineyards of Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Alto Adige. Mostly the differs from the Chardonnay characteristics: Wine made wines are mild to moderate in body, show subtle aromas of from Pinot Blanc often has a light body with good acidity – white fruit and a spicy character. refreshing.

2016 Cantine Sacchetto ‘L’Elfo’ 61 2011 Bassermann-Jordan ‘Weissburgunder’ 75 Italy, Veneto (IGT) Germany, Pfalz (QBA) Soft with crisp acidity and fine fruit, vibrant & refreshing Medium body, fine citrus notes in the nose, bouquet of tropical fruit

2016 Santa Margherita “Valdadige” 2014 Cantina Terlano ‘Vorberg’ Riserva 117 (750 ml) 72 / (Magnum) 165 Italy, Alto Adige-Südtirol (DOC) Italy, Alto Adige-Südtirol (DOC) Intense sent of ripe apples and pears, medium-bodied, soft acidity Bright straw yellow in color with fresh, fragrant bouquet

2015 Saint Clair 89 New Zealand, Marlborough ALBARIÑO Ripe pear and apricot aromas, long finish – medium bodied Albariño is a white grape variety, prominent grown in Galicia, 2013 Mac Murray Ranch 65 northwest Spain and Portugal. The grape is noted for its USA, Sonoma Coast distinctive aroma, very similar to that of , Expressive, perfumed nose, layered aromas of white flowers suggesting aromas of apricot and peach.

2014 Agro de Bazan ‘Contrapunto’ 58 CORTESE Spain, Rias Baixas (DO) Fine and fruity aroma, with a touch of fresh fruit and floral aromas A flinty, herbal grape also known as ‘Cortese del ’ or the high-quality ‘Cortese di Gavi’. Gavi is both a town and 2013 Columna 80 a wine region in Piedmont. Wine produced in the town of Spain, Rias Baixas (DO) Gavi can be labeled as ‘Gavi di Gavi’. Green apple, lemon and banana, mouth filling with crisp acidity

2014 Tenuta del Melo 6 69 Italy, Piedmont, Gavi (DOCG) Fresh and fruit driven, intense aromas of stone fruit LOUREIRO

2015 La Scolca ‘White Label’ 85 Loureiro is a traditional variety grown in Portugal’s region Italy, Piedmont, Gavi (DOCG) Minho. This Loureiro is the result of the winemaker’s search Typical Gavi nose; fine and pleasantly fresh, crisp acidity of a wine that truly reflects the region.

2013 La Scolca ‘Black Label’ 118 Italy, Piedmont, Gavi di Gavi (DOCG) 2015 Niepoort ‘Dócil’ 68 Elegant yet complex, aromas of white peach, yellow apple, citrus, Portugal, Vinho Verde (DOC) hazelnut, almond, mineral notes Fresh and aromatic, floral and citric notes, well-balanced

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CHENIN BLANC VIOGNIER

Chenin Blanc vines have a well-earned reputation for vigor Viognier is known for rich, aromatic white wines in North- and grow well in multiple soil types. In spite of its origins Rhone. The grape creates wines of distinct aromas and in the cool Loire, the grape performs well in warm climates. flavors. Lower in acid and even lower yielding; Viognier kept General characteristics are: honey, citrus, peach, pear, to itself in Southern France until some traveling winemakers apple, quince, often mineral with rich body and long finish. took hold of some plantings and dispersed them to New World areas like Australia.

2009 Nicolas Joly ‘Vieux Clos’ 6 135 2012 Chapoutier ‘Invitare’ 170 France, Loire, Savennieres (AOC) France, Côte de Rhone, (AOC) Notes of apricot and honey, finishing with a note of peppery spice Medium bodied, floral and balanced, partially aged in oak casks

2015 Reyneke ‘’ 6 98 2014 Gerard Bertrand ‘Réserve Spéciale’ 68 South Africa, Stellenbosch, Wine of Origin France, Pays D’Oc (IGP) Nose of green citrus, pears, peach and flinty notes Aromas of apricot and peach at kick off and a finish of hazelnuts

2013 Yalumba ‘Y Series’ 87 Australia, Barossa Valley GEWÜRZTRAMINER Full-bodied and rich, honeysuckle, candied ginger and pineapple

Gewürztraminer competes with Sauvignon Blanc as the 2009 By Farr 6 184 beginner’s grape - the one that is easiest for a newcomer to Australia, Victoria, Geelong wine to recognize. The aromas can be described as Extraordinary, barrel fermented Viognier: full body, very floral, rich extremely powerful and aromatic with hints of lychees, exotic fruits and rose petals. Alsace in eastern France is the 2015 Kirstenbosch Vin Blanc 58 most significant home ground – in Italy, some remarkable South Africa, Paarl Gewürztraminer is produced in Alto Adige. Fresh & fruity, well balanced acidity and sweet fruit flavors

2015 Abbazia di Novacella 97 Italy, Alto Adige-Südtirol (DOC) VERDICCHIO, VERNACCIA, VERMENTINO Typical aromas of lychee and rose petal, extremely aromatic Since 55 B.C., the three ‘V’s’ are known as ‘Veni, Vidi, Vici‟. 2013 Leon Beyer ‘Les Classiques’ 95 But do you know about the three ‘V‟s’ of ? Let France, Alsace (AOC) us introduce this special trio: Vernaccia, Vermentino and Perfumed, distinctive notes of lychee and tropical fruit, fine acidity Verdicchio are three traditional, autochthonic grapes grown in Italy. 2014 Te Whare Ra ‘Toru’ 82 2012 Fazi Battaglia ‘Titulus’ 55 New Zealand, Marlborough Italy, Marche, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi (DOC) Fresh and fruity blend of Gewürztraminer, Riesling and Bouquet of peach, apple, roses; refreshing, bitter-almond finish 2015 Emiliana ‘Adobe’ 58 6 2015 Tenuta Le Calcinaie 69 Chile, Rapel Valley (DO) 6 Italy, Tuscany, Vernaccia di San Gimignano (DOCG) Jasmine, herbs, lychee and black pepper, off-dry Medium bodied, crisp with floral notes and aromas of pear

2014 Rocca di Frassinello 6 89 Italy, Tuscany, Vermentino di Maremma (DOC) Delicate, fruity and aromatic, balanced acidity, mineral component

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GRÜNER VELTLINER BLENDS & OTHER VARIETIES

Grüner Veltliner, also called „Gru-Vee‟ or just „Grüner‟, is OLD WORLD Austria’s own grape variety which most probably derives 2014 Castellare di Castellina ‘Le Ginestre’ 72 from a crossing with Traminer. The spectrum of wines is 6 Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc wide, ranging from light-bodied wines to the opulent, rich Italy, Veneto (IGT) dry wines. The variety is famous for a mixture of Notes of white peaches, elderflower with a gentle touch of vanilla fruit and spice, supported by lively, integrated acidity. 2014 Inama ‘Soave Classico’ 59 Garganega 2014 Domaine Gobelsburg 6 77 Austria, Niederösterreich (DAC) Italy, Veneto (DOC) Dry, nose of cracked pepper, balanced acidity with long finish Rich aromas of, chamomile & elderflower with a nutty finish

2012 Laurenz V ‘Charming’ 89 2015 Ca’ dei Frati ‘Lugana I Frati’ 84 Austria, Kamptal (DAC) Turbiana Handpicked grapes, juicy with fine fruit and harmonic acidity Italy, Lombardy, Lugana (DOC) Floral and fruity notes of apricot, pear, herbs and almonds

2014 Villa Antinori Bianco 72 XAREL.LO , Malvasia, Pinot Bianco & Pinot Grigio Italy, Tuscany (IGT) Elegant and fine with notes of acacia and orange blossom Xarel·lo is a white grape variety of Spanish origin, especially grown in Catalonia. With and Parellada, it is one 2012 Château de Marsan ‘Bordeaux Blanc’ 58 of the three traditional varieties used to make the sparkling Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc wine . France, Bordeaux Citrus and grassy, full and fresh with intense fruit

2014 Pares Balta ‘Blanc de Pacs’ 6 59 Spain, Penedes (DO) 2014 Domaine Chante Cigale 118 Crisp and bright with nose of ripe pear, apple and floral hints Blanc, Marsanne, Rousanne France, Côte du Rhone, Chateauneuf-du-Pape (AOC) White, fruity and elegant TORRONTÉS 2015 Chapoutier Belleruche 58 Grenache Blanc, Rousanne, Viognier France, Côte du Rhone (AOC) Torrontés is a white grape variety, producing Elegant wine with an intense nose and aromas of apricot and fennel fresh, aromatic wines with moderate acidity, smooth texture and mouth feel as well as distinctive peach and apricot NEW WORLD aromas on the nose. 2015 Reyneke White Blend 6 59 Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon 2014 San Pedro de Yacochuya 68 South Africa, Stellenbosch, Wine of Origin Argentina, Cafayate Valley Dominant tropical fruit such as granadilla, honey dew melon, papaya Fruit and floral aromas, dry and intense taste in the mouth 2015 Emiliana ‘Signos de Origen’ 68 2012 Zuccardi ‘A Series’ 58 6 Chardonnay, Viognier, Marsanne, Rousanne Argentina, Mendoza Chile, Casablanca Valley Citrus, melon and papaya flavors finish with a touch of greenness Lovely nose of tropical fruits, fruity palate, creamy layer of oak

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2005 Balthasar Ress, Hattenheimer Nussbrunnen Niepoort ‘White’ Riesling Auslese Portugal, Duoro Germany, Rheingau Fresh nutty aroma and delicate subdued fruit Very special 100ml glass bottle! Perfect for a couple. (Glass 50 ml) 7 / (750 ml) 75 Notes of orange flower and ripe white fruit, pear and apricot (100 ml) 30 Niepoort ‘Ruby Dum’ Portugal, Duoro 2010 Stella Bella "Pink Muscat" Fresh vibrant aroma of dark fruits; almost mineral character Muscat de Frontignac (Glass 50 ml) 7 / (750 ml) 75 Australia, Margaret River Exotic flavors of gooseberries, lychees and roses (375 ml) 75 Niepoort ‘Tawny Dee’ Portugal, Duoro Delicate nutty aromas and a hint of dried fruits 2009 Le Poesie Recioto della Valpolicella (Glass 50 ml) 7 / (750 ml) 75 Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara Valpolicella (DOCG), Veneto, Italy Intensely flavored, sweet made from dried grapes Niepoort ‘The Senior Tawny’ (500 ml) 85 Portugal, Duoro Velvety mouth feel; rich and fresh at the same time (Glass 50 ml) 10 / (750 ml) 125 2013 Clos de L’Abeilley Sauvignon Blanc & Sémillon Sauternes (AOC), France Niepoort ‘Colheita’ 2001 Rich with floral bouquet along with honey, syrupy mouth feel Portugal, Duoro (375 ml) 80 Mellow old wood, touch of dried apricots and subdued toffee (Glass 50 ml) 12 / (750 ml) 155

2005 La Vigne di Zamo Picolit (DOCG) Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy White tropical fruit backed by a hint of mandarin and a racy acidity (375 ml) 170

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NEW ZEALAND VITICULTURE

New Zealand is a remote island nation in the Pacific Ocean, Major regions a thousand miles south-east of Australia. It lies between Marlborough, Martinborough, Central Otago, Hawkes Bay latitudes 36°S and 45°S, making it the world's southernmost wine-producing nation. New Zealand has ten Main  major wine-growing regions spread across the North and Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Bordeaux blends South Islands. (, and )

2015 Schubert ‘Selection’ 6 2005 Dog Point Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc Martinborough, Wairarapa (Magnum 1.5l) Ripe, round and intense aromas followed by Marlborough pungent passion fruit on the palate; medium bodied Pure, focused, supple with elegant red berries, spice 92 255

2011 Schubert ‘Block B’ 6 Pinot Noir Martinborough, Wairarapa Earthy nose over a core of dark berries and anise aromas; a must try for Pinot Noir lovers 210

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AUSTRALIA VITICULTURE

Australia is an extremely important wine-producing Major regions country, both in terms of quality and the sheer scale of its South Australia, New South Wales, Victoria, Western wine economy. It ranks sixth in the world in wine production Australia and as one of the five biggest exporter of wine. Australia has long been at the forefront of the 'New World' wine Main varietals  renaissance, with a highly. Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon

2009 By Farr Shiraz 2009 By Farr ‘Sangreal’ Shiraz Pinot Noir Victoria, Geelong Victoria, Geelong Peppery spice, overlaid with black fruit flavors, fine-grained tannins Outstanding, deep flavors, complex, raspberries, toast, nutty oak 235 289

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SOUTH AFRICA VITICULTURE

South Africa is one of the most prominent wine-producing Major regions countries in the Southern Hemisphere. With more than 300 Stellenbosch, Constantia, Paarl, Walker Bay years of history, it is often described as bridging the gap between Old and New World. The majority of wines Main varietals  Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc are made using New World techniques but often have more in Pinotage, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon common with their Old World counterparts.

2015 Reyneke ‘Vineyard‘ 6 2012 Reyneke Reserve 6 Chenin Blanc 90% Shiraz, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon Stellenbosch, Uitzicht Stellenbosch, Uitzicht Nose of green citrus, pears, peach and flinty notes, organically Black pepper and liquorice with aromas of maraschino cherry, grown savory palate of dark berry fruit with a lasting finish 68 210

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ARGENTINA VITICULTURE

Argentina the largest producer of wine in . Major regions The high-altitude deserts of the eastern Andes have given Mendoza (San Juan), Cafayate rise to a high-quality wine industry and the is well suited to Argentina's adopted grape variety, the . Main varietals  Chardonnay, Torrontes Originally from Bordeaux, it gives wines that are bright and Malbec, Bonarda, Cabernet Sauvignon intense, with floral notes and flavors of dark fruit.

2011 Mariflor Sauvignon Blanc 2004 Yacochuya Sauvignon Blanc Malbec Mendoza, Valle De Uco Cafayate Valley & Salta Exotic flavors of ripe gooseberries and whey, perfume Full, fleshy Malbec, smooth tannins, peppery notes, intense aromas of jasmine, passion fruit and lemon, low in acidity of black currant 90 205

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CHILE VITICULTURE

Occupying a thin strip down the western coast of the Major regions continent, Chile is home to a wide range of terroir, leading Casablanca Valley, Maipo Valley, Rapel Valley (Colchagua) some commentators to describe the country as a “winegrower's paradise”. An equally wide range of wine Main varietals  styles are made here as a result, from crisp, grassy Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay Sauvignon Blancs to elegant, age-worthy Bordeaux Blends. Carmenere, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

2013/2015 Concha Y Toro ‘Amelia’ 2010 Montes ‘Purple Angel’ Chardonnay Carmenere, Petit Verdot Casablanca Valley (DO) Colchagua, Rapel Valley (DO) Rich with ample barrel influence along with white fruit aromas Intense purple color, distinctive hints of chocolate and cigar in 115 combination with dark fruit 145 2012 Concha Y Toro ‘Almaviva’ Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet-Franc, Carmenere 2011 Montes ‘Alpha M’ Puente Alto, Maipo Valley (DO) Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Deep, intense, ruby red color with purple tones, complex; Colchagua, Rapel Valley (DO) 590 Velvety texture and fine tannin, concentrated notes of black currant, figs and espresso 220

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URUGUAY VITICULTURE

In the past few decades, Uruguayan wines have emerged Major regions quietly and steadily onto the world wine map, not as Las Brujas (Canelones, Montevideo) dramatically as its larger neighbors but with promising poise and confidence. The today's results are of very high Main varietals  quality and worth to be experienced! Gimenéz Mendez is the Chardonnay, Viognier established pioneer winery of Uruguay. Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon

2010 Gimenéz Mendez ‘Alta Reserva’ 2007 Gimenéz Mendez ‘Luis A. Gimenéz‘ Tannat Tannat Las Brujas, Canelones Las Brujas, Canelones Notes of dark fruit and plums, violets and pepper, Dark & concentrated, deep, rich fruit and almost silky, rich body with round tannins deep tannins – best of Uruguay 90 245

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USA VITICULTURE

In the United States, Cabernet Sauvignon reigns supreme. Major regions Americans adopted the Cabernet – also simply called California (Napa & Sonoma), Washington, Oregon "Cab" in the user-friendly American way and it quickly became known as the best of the lot, especially in Main varietals  Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc California. As largest wine region in America, California is Cabernet Sauvignon also the most important region for winemaking.

2011 Cakebread Cellars 2011 Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay Cabernet Sauvignon California, Napa Valley California, Napa Valley Rich and mouth filling. Boasting aromas of apple, melon, Fragrant & complex bouquet of dark cherries and berries. Rich and and pear. Long and succulent finish smooth with integrated tannins and balanced acidity 225 340

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LEBANON VITICULTURE

Lebanese wine history dates back more than five millennia. Major regions It begins with the Phoenicians, an ancient civilization whose Bekaa Valley strong culture of travel and trade was of considerable importance to the development of early Mediterranean Main varietals  Ugni blanc, civilization. The ancient wine culture that has experienced Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault a renaissance in the past few decades.

2012 Massaya 2000 Château Musar Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Bekaa Valley Bekaa Valley Delicious opaque wine of intensity and dark fruit, full bodied wine Dark colored, lovely fine maturing notes, elements of spice and 68 leather 165

1988 Château Musar Cabernet Sauvignon, Cinsault, Carignan Bekaa Valley An absolute rarity; mature nose of dried cherry, tobacco, and a long finish 420

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SPAIN VITICULTURE

Spain is a land of breathtaking landscapes, colorful history and Major regions a deep, complex culture in which wine has long played an , , Priorat, Jerez, Rías Baixas, important role. Grape vines have been grown on the Iberian Penedèz Peninsula since at least 3000 B.C. Today, Spain is home to Main varietals  more vines than any other country on Earth, and has a national Albariñho, Macabeo wine output exceeded only by France and Italy. , Garnacha, Monastrell

2005 Bodegas Roda ‘Roda I’ Reserva 6 Tempranillo Haro (DOCA), Rioja Selected from vineyards yielding firm, structured wines of extended potential longevity 265

2007 Alvaro Palacios “Finca Dofi” 2004 Bodegas Vega Sicilia ‘Valbuena 5°’ Garnacha, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Priorat (DOC) Castilla Léon (DO), Ribero del Duero Smooth with red and dark fruit and well balanced, lots Iconic wine, harmonious and elegant nose with toasty, cedary notes of flavor but not overpowering as well as delicate dark fruit, powerful, velvety tannins 210 425

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PORTUGAL VITICULTURE

Portugal has undergone something of a wine revolution in Major regions the past couple of decades, updating its winemaking Duoro, Dao, Estremadura, Alentejo, Algarve, Madeira technologies, styles and attitudes. The country has long been famous for little more than its Port, Madeira and Vinho Main varietals  Arinto, Loureiro and Trajadura, Vinho Verde blend Verde. But it is now attracting attention for its new wave of Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional, Port blend rich wines, particularly reds from the Douro Valley.

2009 Wine & Soul ‘Character’ 6 2010/2013 Wine & Soul ‘Pintas’ 6 Tinta Franca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional Tinta Franca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional Vale de Mendiz (DOC), Duoro Vale de Mendiz (DOC), Duoro From 45-year-old vines, a wine with huge concentration, Over 70 year old vines, complex aromas of ripe fruit, floral and yet elegant in character mineral notes, long finish 180 335

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GERMANY VITICULTURE

Riesling is an aromatic white grape variety which originated Major regions in the Rhine region of Germany. Below, we would like to Rheingau, Rheinhessen, , Pfalz, Baden, Franken introduce you to some “Erstes Gewächs”, German for “first growth”. This is a special vineyard classification, similar to Main varietals  Riesling, Pinot Blanc (Weissburgunder) the French “Premier Cru”, where the vineyards must comply Pinot Noir (Spätburgunder), Dornfelder a complex set of criteria.

2009 Balthasar Ress ‘Hattenheimer Nussbrunnen’ 2005 Balthasar Ress ‘Hattenheimer Nussbrunnen’ Riesling Riesling – 100ml special glass tube Rheingau (QMP, First Growth) Rheingau (QMP, First Growth) Premium first growth, selectively hand-picked grapes, mineral, Light yellow in color, floral aromas of jasmine with notes off-dry with long finish of pear and peach, dry 160 30

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SWITZERLAND VITICULTURE

Wine has been made in Switzerland for more than 2000 Major regions years; as in France, the spread of viticulture during the Genève, Valais, Ticino, Graubünden, Waadt Middle Ages was largely driven by monasteries. The viticulture in Switzerland is difficult because it is only Main varietals  Chasselas possible to grow on a small area and there mainly on little Pinot Noir, , Merlot steeps. Just 1 to 2 percent of Suisse wines are exported.

2010 Philippe Chevrier ‘Blanc’ 2009 Philippe Chevrier ‘Assemblage’ Sauvignon Blanc Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon Genève (AOC) Genève (AOC) Typical Sauvignon Blanc, fresh but almost creamy; Winner of the silver medal “Mondial du Merlot”, very good acidity, complex and mineral touch well integrated tannins, fresh fruit notes 110 135

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AUSTRIA VITICULTURE

As a small wine-producing country, Austria strives to Major regions produce only high quality wines. In order to do this, four Kamptal, Vienna, Burgenland, Styria, Wachau necessary components are given: a wide variety of soils; warm, sunny summers and long, mild fall days are typical; Main varietals  Grüner Veltliner, Riesling excellent winemakers and interesting grape varieties. The Zweigelt, Blaufränkisch „Grüner Veltliner‟ (or Gruner) is probably best known.

2013 Wieninger ‘Bisamberg’ 6 2009 Wieniger ‘Wiener Trilogie‘ 6 Pinot Bianco, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay Zweigelt, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon Vienna (DAC) Vienna (DAC) Aromatic with scents of light, smoky grapefruit, ripe stone fruit and Rich floral aromas, refreshing and light creamy with a soft yeast nuance a complex, pleasant structure 87 85

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SLOVENIA VITICULTURE

Movia has been producing wine in Slovenia for more than Major regions three centuries. Today, the winery pursues a historically Primorje (Brda), Posavje, Podravje minded, yet radical, approach to winemaking that includes aging of the whites in 600-liter Slovenian oak casks or Main varietals  Rebula, Riesling, Pinot Grigio traditional Slovenian barriques (smaller than the French), Merlot, Pinot Noir leaving the wines on the lees for more than two years.

2003 Movia ‘Puro’ Rosé Sparkling 2010 Movia ‘Rebula’ Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Rebula Rebula (White) Brda, Primorje Brda, Primorje Very special undisgorged Champagne style ; red fruit, Dry, fresh and vivacious with a slight note of cedar wood; yeasty, rich & exciting – disgorged at your table ideal to fish and oysters (750ml) 95 / (Magnum 1.5 l) 180 58

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ITALY VITICULTURE

Tuscany is one of the wine regions that give some of the Major regions most important reds in the world. It is a region full of Alto Adige, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Veneto, Tuscany, tradition, but in continuous evolution since the introduction Piedmont, Lombardy, Abruzzo, Sicily, Sardinia, Campania of international grape varietals and the use of French Main varietals  barrels that became common in the seventies. Beginning Pinot Grigio, , Nebbiolo and many more the 80's, the Super Tuscans marked a new age.

2008 Planeta ‘Santa Cecilia’ 2008 Tenuta San Guido ‘Guidalberto’ Nero D’Avola Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon Sicily (IGT) Tuscany (IGT) Purple with a slightly closed nose of plum and cherry, medium-full Concentrated, deep and rich blend of soft tannins Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot 135 170

2012-Luce della Vite ‘Luce’ 2009 Tenuta San Guido ‘Sassicaia’ Sangiovese, Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Tuscany, Montalcino (IGT) Tuscany, Bolgheri Sassicaia (DOC) Magisterial structure, round mouth feel, supple tannins Intense, concentrated and deep ruby-colored, this wine offers and impressive balance elegant, complex aromas of red fruit (750 ml) 298 / (2009 Magnum 1.5 l) 675 825

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FRANCE VITICULTURE

France, the home of Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne is Major regions arguably the world's most important wine-producing Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Loire, country. For centuries, it has produced wine in greater Provence, Côte du Rhone, Alsace, Chablis quantity – and of reportedly greater quality – than any other Main varietals  nation. Wine is ingrained in French culture at almost every Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, level of society; the elite and the common people. Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Chenin Blanc

2008 Chanson Chassagne-Montrachet 2011 Château Rollan de By Chardonnay Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Burgundy, Côte de Beaune (AOC) Bordeaux, Médoc (AOC) Stone fruit mixed with fresh honey. Subtle mineral notes, opulent Sweet cassis fruit, cedar and tobacco are followed by impressive and rounded with very pure aromas ripeness and rich fruit 230 135

2011 Chanson Meursault 2005 Château Haut Condissas Chardonnay Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Burgundy, Côte de Beaune (AOC) Bordeaux, Médoc (AOC) Very refreshing fragrances of new hay mixed with fresh nuts and Rich and concentrated, with ripe fruit, significant tannin and well fresh butter on a hint of vanilla note integrated wood notes 192 330

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FRANCE ITALY

2005 Château Talbot 4eme Grand Cru Classé 2008 Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore St. Julien, Bordeaux, Tuscany, Bolgheri (DOC) 335 650

2007 Château Talbot 4eme Grand Cru Classé 2009 Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore St. Julien, Bordeaux, Tuscany, Bolgheri (DOC) 420 650

1999 Château Beychevelle 4eme Grand Cru Classé 2007 Antinori ‘Solaia’ St. Julien, Bordeaux, Tuscany, Bolgheri (DOC) 520 940

1979 Château Lynch Bages 5eme Grand Cru Classé 2009 Gaja ‘Barbaresco’ Pauillac, Bordeaux, Piedmont, Langhe (DOC) 625 585

1988 Château Belair 1er Grand Cru Classé B 2010/2012 Gaja ‘Sito Moresco’ St. Émillion, Bordeaux Piedmont, Langhe (DOCG) 528 155

1970 Château Rauzan-Segla 2eme Grand Cru Classé 2004 Borgogno ‘Barolo’ Margaux, Bordeaux Piedmont, Barolo (DOCG) 625 (mid shoulder) (Magnum 1.5 l) 500 / (Jeroboam 3 l) 850

1982 Château Rauzan-Segla 2eme Grand Cru Classé 2009 Argiolas ‘Korem’ Margaux, Bordeaux, Sardinia, Isola dei Nuraghi (IGT) 675 120

1988 Château Rauzan-Segla 2eme Grand Cru Classé 2008/2009 Mastroberardino ‘Radici’ Margaux, Bordeaux, Taurasi (DOCG), Avellino, Campania 548 135

2001 Château Giscours 3eme Grand Cru Classé Margaux, Bordeaux (Magnum 1.5 l) 600

2002 Château De Malleret Cru Burgeois Haut-Medoc, Bordeaux 295

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