CHAMPAGNE, WINE & SPIRITS SUMMER 2014
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PREMIUM WINES FROM MONTENEGRO & THE REGION Summer 2014
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VERTICALS FROM PIEDMONT, TUSCANY & BORDEAUX PORTO VINO
DELICIOUS PORT This summer marks an exciting time in Montenegro and in the Bay of Kotor: the opening of the new Regent Hotel, the development of a One & Only Resort, the promise of new golf facilities just across the bay and the expansion of the marina and marina services at Porto Montenegro.
A little further down the coast finds the opening of Dukley Beach Lounge and a gorgeous new spa for the Aman Resort.
It’s not just about big projects, of course. New restaurants and concierge services are also making it easier for yachts and their guests to explore and enjoy this beautiful region.
We at Berba are doing our part by offering an ever- expanding selection that, this year, also includes our pick of some of the best local and regional wines. Why not try some along with your regular order, or pop into Crush Wine Station in Porto Montenegro to sample a glass or two?
In our bonded cellars in Tivat, we start this season with over 60,000 bottles and almost 500 different types of wine to choose from, available tax-free, at your convenience, and with none of the risks associated with shipping. That makes Montenegro Whether you take an extravagant or down-to-earth one of the best-supplied home ports and charter approach, wine is an essential part of summer. Berba bases anywhere in the Mediterranean, and is why we - which means “vintage” in the local language - offers say “Welcome to Porto Vino.” the highest quality in Champagne, fine wines and spirits. Ashton, Djordje & Mike CONTENTS & SOME IMPORTANT INFORMATION VERY, VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING WINE HOW TO ORDER Regional 6 France: Bordeaux - St. Julien 147 Italy: Franciacorta / Moscato d’Asti 7 France: Rhône & South 152 Feel free to just email us a list of the wines you would like to order, either by name or by using the stock numbers Italy: Prosecco 8 associated with each wine. If writing by name, please be sure to indicate which vintage you would like. France: Champagne (Non-Vintage) 10 DESSERT WINES / SAUTERNES 156 France: Champagne (Vintage) 15 Our email: [email protected] GRAPPA 158 Or directly: [email protected] ROSÉ Montenegro 18 PORT 159 You are also welcome to use the Order Form located at the end of this catalogue. Tear or print it out, fill it in, scan Italy, Slovenia & Croatia 19 and then email it to us. If you are in Porto Montenegro, you may also drop it off at Crush Wine Station, at the end France 20 SPIRITS & LIQUEURS 160 of Jetty One, and we will confirm its receipt by email. Be sure to include your contact information. Kindly note that Crush is a separate company and, while everyone there is really helpful, they cannot confirm orders. WHITE WINE ORDER FORM 172 Montenegro 22 Finally, you may also deliver the order through your local boat agent. Regional 23 Italy: Alto Adige & Friuli 28 TAX-FREE CHECK LIST Italy: Piedmont 36 Italy: Tuscany & Umbria 39 YOUR TAX FREE ALLOWANCE The procedure for tax-free delivery is very simple, Italy: Puglia & Sicily 40 and we do most of the work for you. All you need France: Chablis 41 Please review this section carefully. Each boat is permitted to take tax-free wine and spirits on board according to do is sign and stamp the export documents and France: Chablis Premier Cru 42 to the following limits: provide the following: France: Chablis Grand Cru 44 France: Burgundy 47 In Porto Montenegro (Tivat): 1. A copy of the boat’s registration (a photocopy is France: Burgundy Premier Cru 50 perfect). France: Burgundy Grand Cru 53 A) Up to 1 litre per person, per day, for each day remaining in Montenegro (up to a maximum of 7 days) except France: Loire Valley 56 the day of departure, and 2. The original crew and / or passenger lists (not B) Up to 3 litres per person, at the time of departure. France: Bordeaux 58 a copy) with the customs stamp. These will be France: Rhône & South 62 returned to you after customs makes a note on In all other marinas: New Zealand 64 them. A) Up to 3 litres per person, at the time of departure. RED WINE 3. Your boat’s stamp. Montenegro 66 Individuals who count towards a boat’s allowance include all of those listed on your most recent crew and Regional 68 Everything will happen at the boat so there is no passenger manifests, i.e. the official lists generated and stamped by customs (usually with your vignette attached). Italy: Alto Adige & Friuli 71 need for you to pass beyond the threshold of your Italy: Veneto (Valpolicella) 73 passerelle. Italy: Piedmont 75 A boat’s allowance re-sets every seven days, or each time the boat re-enters Montenegro. Italy: Tuscany (Central) 88 Let’s use a specfic example to illustrate. Suppose a boat is in Porto Montenegro, has 8 crew on board and is departing Italy: Tuscany (Montalcino) 94 PAYMENT Italy: Tuscany (Bolgheri & Maremma) 98 in six days. Four passengers will embark immediately prior to departure. That boat’s allowance is: Italy: Le Marche & Abruzzo 106 There are three options: Italy: Puglia & Sicily 107 A) 1 litre x 8 people x 5 normal days = 40 litre allowance. B) 3 litres x 12 people x 1 departure day = 36 litre allowance. France: Burgundy 110 1. Cash France: Burgundy Premier Cru 112 France: Burgundy Grand Cru 115 2. Credit cards, but Visa or Mastercard only. Please This boat can therefore take up to 76 litres of wine and spirits (approx. 100 bottles) tax-free between two deliveries. France: Bordeaux - Margaux 118 note that, due to the very high transaction fees Please note that, in the first scenario, only days remaining in Montenegro may be counted; days in the past do not. France: Bordeaux - Médoc 122 charged by Montenegrin banks, there is a 3.1% Therefore, a boat’s allowance declines the closer it gets to its date of depature. France: Bordeaux - Pauillac 124 surcharge for credit card payments. France: Bordeaux - Pessac-Léognan 133 In order to maximize your allowance, we always recommend ordering - and taking delivery - as far in advance France: Bordeaux - Pomerol 136 3. Bank transfer, although we require a proof of of your departure as possible. We will, of course, advise you on the most efficient way to get everything on board. France: Bordeaux - St. Emilion 140 transfer prior to delivery. France: Bordeaux - St. Estephe 143 In the event that your order exceeds your tax-free allowance, VAT of 19% will be charged on the excess. Sorry! BERBA • SUMMER CATALOGUE 2014 BERBA • SUMMER CATALOGUE 2014
SPARKLING WINE: REGIONAL SPARKLING WINE: FRANCIACORTA & MOSCATO D’ASTI
MENEGHETTI CLASSIC, 2010 CA’ DEL BOSCO “CUVÉE PRESTIGE”, NV 91 Istria, Croatia Franciacorta DOCG pts
The 2010 vintage of this popular Croatian sparkling wine differs from previous ones “You can admire the colour of the wine, with its deep golden highlights, from afar. But only because, for the first time, it contains 30% Pinot Noir along with Chardonnay and once the cork is popped will you appreciate the width of its aromas. Preserved lemon, dried Pinot Blanc. It has a lively straw yellow colour and a delicate bouquet. It’s a little more apricot, pineapple, toasted nut, baguette and candied orange peel come from the glass. The serious on the palate while remaining very smooth and lovely. complexity is impressive. The mouthfeel is extra suave and smooth.” - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir Chardonnay (75%), Pinot Nero (15%), Pinot Bianco (10%) Food Match: This is a versatile sparkling wine that pairs perfectly with more structured Food Match: A fabulous - if unsubtle - choice for an aperitif, it also pairs well with finger warm hors d’oeuvres, oven-baked and grilled fish, as well as white meat. food, shellfish, fish tartare and carpaccio.
Stock #: 14-001 Stock #: 14-004 750 mL: €25 750 mL: €30
TRIJUMF BLANC DE BLANC, ALEKSANDROVIĆ, NV CA’ DEL BOSCO “ANNAMARIA CLEMENTE”, 2004 91 Topola, Serbia Franciacorta DOCG pts
A lovely Champagne-method sparkling wine from central Serbia, this wine (and the one Dedicated to Annamaria Clementi, founder of Ca’ del Bosco, only the finest grapes following) are the result of a multi-year collaboration between Aleksandrović winery from the top crus are earmarked for this icon wine. And only in the finest years. and the Oenological Institute in Champagne. This is light and refreshing with very soft “Rich and smoky, with a nice backbone of acidity framing the toasted brioche, lemon meringue mineral notes, an ideal sipper. and apricot flavors. There’s lovely texture and fine integration overall.” - Wine Spectator
Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (55%), Pinot Bianco (25%), Pinot Noir (20%) Food Match: An aperitif on a warm summer’s evening. Food Match: Generally served as a aperitif, but it can be paired with raw seafood, pasta with seafood and fish main dishes. Extraordinary with seafood risotto and grilled giant prawns. Stock #: 14-002 Stock #: 14-005 750 mL: €25 750 mL: €85
TRIJUMF BLANC DE NOIR, ALEKSANDROVIĆ, NV MOSCATO D’ASTI, G.D. VAJRA, 2013 Topola, Serbia Moscato d’Asti DOCG
This delightful sparkling wine offers a bit more depth. It is an elegant wine with aromas Pale yellow color. Very refined fizz, persistent and creamy. Scents of yellow fruits like of green apple, peaches, grapes and almonds. The taste is quite fresh. peach, apricot and citrus followed by herbal hints and exotic fruit. On the palate, bright and pure. Long finish. Moscato d’Asti is very trendy right now. A great lunchtime offering thanks to its low alcohol content (5.5%).
Pinot Noir (100%) Moscato (100%) Food Match: This is a lovely aperitif but could also be paired with some light dishes Food Match: Wonderful with summer salads. Also pairs well with berries and light thanks to the depth of its Pinot Noir. desserts such as pannacotta and gelato.
Stock #: 14-003 Stock #: 14-006 750 mL: €25 750 mL: €15
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SPARKLING WINE: PROSECCO SPARKLING WINE: PROSECCO
PROSECCO SUPERIORE “BOSCO DI GICA”, ADAMI, NV PROSECCO SUPERIORE, SANTA MARGHERITA, NV 91 Valdobbiadene DOCG pts Valdobbiadene DOCG
“Adami’s NV Prosecco Superiore Bosco di Gica emerges from the glass with mineral-infused On the nose it offers floral notes of peach and acacia blossom, all expressed with great white fruit, smoke and crushed rocks in an intense, serious style of Prosecco I find appealing.” cleanliness and elegance. On the palate there is perfect harmony between the freshness - The Wine Advocate and the roundness and delicacy of the fruit.
Glera (100%) Glera (100%) Food Match: Wonderful with lighter dishes featuring vegetables or fish, it also works Food Match: Perfect as an aperitif, it is also ideal with fish or cheese appetizers and quite well with charcuterie. Naturally, it makes a superb aperitif as well. with particularly fatty cold cuts.
Stock #: 14-007 Stock #: 14-010 750 mL: €15 750 mL: €15
PROSECCO SUPERIORE “DEI CASEL” EXTRA DRY, ADAMI, NV 90 Valdobbiadene DOCG pts
“Shows a bit more weight and body, largely because of the slightly higher residual sugar. Peaches, apricots, crushed rocks and spices are woven together nicely in this delicious, totally engaging Prosecco.” - The Wine Advocate
Glera (100%) Food Match: An excellent aperitif for all occasions, especially festive gatherings. Matches well with pastries and cakes, and with canapés. A particularly good match for panettone!
Stock #: 14-008 750 mL: €15
PROSECCO SUPERIORE BRUT, NINO FRANCO, NV Valdobbiadene DOCG
This elegant version boasts a fine mousse, with a firm backbone of acidity framing the flavors of fresh-cut quince, crunchy white peach, ground ginger and chamomile. Mineral-tinged finish.
Glera (100%) Food Match: As an aperitif or with appetizers. This prosecco matches particularly well with risotto.
Stock #: 14-009 750 mL: €15
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CHAMPAGNE (NON-VINTAGE) CHAMPAGNE (NON-VINTAGE)
BILLECART-SALMON BRUT ROSÉ, NV DRAPPIER BRUT ROSÉ, NV 92 91 Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“Bright and elegant, this offers appealing flavors of ripe black cherry, raspberry and orange “The NV Brut Rosé is very, very pretty. This is a fresh, energetic wine that impresses for its peel that show hints of toasted raisin bread, anise and sweet smoke. Offers a beautiful texture, length and persistence. The wiry finish suggests the wine will drink well for a number of years, with a long, mouthwatering finish.” - The Wine Spectator perhaps more.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
Chardonnay (50%), Pinot Noir (40%), Pinot Meunier (10%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: A true delight on its own, this wine is also wonderful paired with smoked Food Match: A rosé that can be appreciated at any moment of the day or night. A salmon (perhaps with scrambled eggs at breakfast). versatile match with canapés and light food, but not with chocolates or coffee.
Stock #: 14-011 Stock #: 14-014 750 mL: €48 750 mL: €34
BOLLINGER SPECIAL CUVÉE, NV HENRIOT BRUT “SOUVERAIN”, NV 93 92 Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“A lovely, balanced Champagne, with mineral and toast notes accenting flavors of quince, “Well-structured and powered by firm acidity, this offers notes of glazed apple, black cherry, green pear, white peach and verbena. Backed by firm acidity, this shows impressive texture candied lemon zest and toasted brioche, with a lingering hint of mineral. Clean finish.” and finesse. Like a mosaic, all the pieces come together to make a beautiful whole.” - Wine Spectator - Wine Spectator
Pinot Noir (60%), Chardonnay (25%), Pinot Meunier (15%) Pinot Noir (60%), Chardonnay (40%) Food Match: Very good with food, pair this with roast chicken, pork, delicate fish, soft Food Match: As an aperitif but also ideal with oysters, shellfish and white fish, some rind cheeses and cold meats/pâtés. lighter pastas, such as a vongole, and even rosemary lamb.
Stock #: 14-012 Stock #: 14-015 750 mL: €37 750 mL: €36
DRAPPIER “CARTE D’OR” BRUT, NV HENRIOT ROSÉ, NV 90 92 Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“There’s good cut to this light-bodied Champagne, which is fresh and floral, offering hints of “Smoky, with notes of toasted hazelnut and brioche enriching kirsch, black currant candy white peach, lemon zest, kumquat, ground ginger and white pepper.” and dried apricot flavor. Tightly knit and lively, with fine texture and a firm, focused finish.” - Wine Spectator - Wine Spectator
Pinot Noir (90%), Chardonnay (5%), Pinot Meunier (5%) Chardonnay (42%), Pinot Noir (58%) Food Match: Fabulous for celebrations. Clean and vibrant, it is a refreshing beginning to Food Match: Wonderful as an aperitif, this also pairs very well with lobster, shrimp, a meal although it will match most courses thanks to its depth and core of Pinot Noir. salmon and strawberries.
Stock #: 14-013 Stock #: 14-016 750 mL: €30 750 mL: €42
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CHAMPAGNE (NON-VINTAGE) CHAMPAGNE (NON-VINTAGE)
KRUG GRANDE CUVÉE, NV LOUIS ROEDERER BRUT PREMIER 95 92 Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“A smoky, intense wine, with layer upon layer of coffee, roasted nut, golden piecrust, ripe “A gorgeous wine that stands head and shoulders above the vast majority of wines in its price apple, honey and spice flavors. The richness is balanced by a focused freshness, perfectly range. Ripe pears, smoke, spices, dried flowers and herbs are some of the many nuances that poised like a high diver about to jump, standing above the crowd and showing the interplay emerge from the glass. The Brut Premier shows lovely mid-palate depth and fabulous overall of power and control in an elegant package.” - Wine Spectator balance.” - The Wine Advocate
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier Chardonnay (40%), Pinot Noir (40%), Pinot Meunier (20%) Food Match: Although a fine apéritif, the depth of flavour offered by Krug also makes Food Match: We like to match this Champagne with foie gras or shellfish. it the most worthy Champagne to drink with a meal. Especially good with smoked fish. Stock #: 14-017 Stock #: 14-020 750 mL: €135 750 mL: €34
LAURENT PERRIER BRUT MOËT & CHANDON “IMPERIAL” BRUT, NV 90 90 Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“A vibrant Brut that pairs high-toned cream, vanilla and butter aromas with zesty fruit The flagship of Moet & Chandon since 1869, Brut Impérial is the most accomplished flavors and lively acidity. It’s focused, harmonious and lush, staying sprightly on the lingering and universal expression of its style. “A terrific non-vintage brut. Fine, intense flavors of finish.” - Wine Spectator dough, honey and citrus are backed by a vibrant structure in this firm, persistent bubbly. The flavors echo on the finish.” - Wine Spectator
Chardonnay (50%), Pinot Noir (35%), Pinot Meunier (15%) Chardonnay (45%), Pinot Noir (40%), Pinot Meunier (15%) Food Match: An ideal apéritif, it is also an ideal companion for fish, poultry and white Food Match: A perfect celebratory wine, as an aperitif or for a toast. meat.
Stock #: 14-018 Stock #: 14-021 750 mL: €32 750 mL: €35
LAURENT PERRIER BRUT ROSÉ, NV MOËT & CHANDON “ROSÉ IMPERIAL” BRUT, NV 91 91 Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“Delicate and subtly textured, with sweet cherry, ripe plum and raspberry fruit notes that are “Traditional but exciting style of dry rosé, designed for dinner. Has a copper color, toasty balanced by ending with a light smoky finish.” - Wine Spectator aromas, firm texture and subtle fruit and spice flavors that linger on the finish.” - Wine Spectator
Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (64%), Chardonnay (34%), Pinot Meunier (2%) Food Match: This champagne - with its iconic bottle and label that dates back to King Food Match: Try with sushi/sashimi, smoked salmon, gravlax and light salads. Henry V - can successfully accompany poultry, young cheeses and fruit desserts.
Stock #: 14-019 Stock #: 14-022 750 mL: €69 750 mL: €42
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CHAMPAGNE (NON-VINTAGE) CHAMPAGNE (VINTAGE)
RUINART BRUT ROSÉ, NV CRISTAL, LOUIS ROEDERER, 2006 92 96+ Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“A firm rosé, more about its elegant texture and streak of minerality than the flavors of wild “The 2006 Cristal is one of the most towering, structured young Cristals I can remember strawberry, white cherry, grilled plum and graphite. Hints of spice and fleur de sel accent the tasting. The 2006 is a majestic, powerful Cristal... with tonnes of structure, phenomenal finish.” balance and plenty of potential for the future.” - Antonio Galloni - Wine Spectator
Pinot Noir (55%), Chardonnay (45%) Pinot Noir (60%), Chardonnay (40%) Food Match: Smoked salmon, salads with fruit (pomegranate, grapefruit, melon etc) Food Match: As with many Champagnes this is at its best as an aperitif but it has and sushi. sufficient depth of flavour to accompany rich shellfish such as vongole, crab and scallops, and would also pair well with aged chèvre. Stock #: 14-023 Stock #: 14-026 750 mL: €49 750 mL: €140
TAITTINGER BRUT RÉSERVE, NV CRISTAL ROSÉ, LOUIS ROEDERER, 2005 95+ Champagne AOC Champagne AOC pts
The nose, very expressive and open, is both fruity and bready with aromas of peach, “Shows the classic Roederer introspectiveness. A relatively lightly-colored rosé, the bouquet is white flowers (may blossom, acacia) and vanilla. On the palate, this lively fresh wine is beautifully woven into a fabric of layered, ripe fruit. With some time in the glass, the wine’s at once in harmony. This is a delicate wine with flavours of fresh fruit and honey. textural beauty becomes more apparent.” - The Wine Advocate
Chardonnay (40%), Pinot Noir & Pinot Meunier (60%) Pinot Noir (60%), Chardonnay (40%) Food Match: A great aperitif or with canapés and light fish or salad starters. Food Match: Very good with food, pair this with roast chicken, pork, delicate fish, soft rind cheeses and cold meats/pâtés.
Stock #: 14-024 Stock #: 14-027 750 mL: €34 750 mL: €395
VEUVE CLICQUOT BRUT, NV DOM PERIGNON, 2004 90 96 Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“Hints of toast and biscuit accent lightly honeyed flavors of quince, apple blossom and peach “A vibrant, focused Champagne, the 2004 clearly reflects the personality of the year. Freshly in this fresh and balanced Champagne. There’s a stony underpinning, with a smoke-tinged cut flowers, white peaches and pears are woven together in a Champagne that impresses for its finish.” - Wine Spectator focus and energy. Chiseled saline notes support the crystalline finish.” - Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Chardonnay (56%), Pinot Noir (28%), Pinot Meunier (16%) Chardonnay (40%), Pinot Noir (60%) Food Match: A great aperitif, or with oysters (especially with shallot vinegar or Tabasco) Food Match: Dom Perignon is a very fine Champagne that pairs well with most foods, and fresh crisp hors d’oeuvres. particularly shellfish, poultry and white meats. The 2003 is particularly adept but, as always, avoid spicy foods. Also works as an aperitif or with dessert. Stock #: 14-025 Stock #: 14-028 750 mL: €36 750 mL: €130
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CHAMPAGNE (VINTAGE) CHAMPAGNE (VINTAGE)
DOM PERIGNON ROSÉ, 2000 LOUIS ROEDERER VINTAGE ROSÉ, 2008 96 95 Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“A dark, intense color leads to a Chambolle-like nose followed by endless red berries, flowers “This is the first vintage released from the new cellar Roederer built in 2007, dedicated and spices, all backed up with plenty of muscle, richness and density. The wine continues to the production of rosé. With the delicate color of a classic saignée Champagne, this has to blossom on the palate, with utterly beguiling detail, clarity and polish, all qualities that the powerful expression of a grand cru wine, performing beyond its premier cru status. The resonate on the rich, expansive finish.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate fragrant red fruit has rich succulence and a chalky undertow.” - Wine & Spirits
Chardonnay (50%), Pinot Noir (50%) Pinot Noir (70%), Chardonnay (30%) Food Match: Try with delicately fruity flavours such as pomegranate and watermelon Food Match: Its structure and richness make it a perfect accompaniment to main cours- served as part of a salad or a very light dessert. es, magnificently complementing fish, such as salmon; meat, such as lamb, veal and fowl; and soft cheeses. It can also be served with less-sweet red fruit based desserts. Stock #: 14-029 Stock #: 14-032 750 mL: €330 750 mL: €54
LOUIS ROEDERER BLANC DE BLANC, 2007 VEUVE CLIQUOT “LA GRANDE DAME” 2004 95 94 Champagne AOC pts Champagne AOC pts
“This wine is so crisp and piercingly direct in its acidity and minerality. On the palate, apples “This is a rich and creamy Champagne with a lively mousse, giving it a forward fruit are fringed with grapefruit and white currant flavors, with a texture that tight and edgy.” character. Slowly the depth and concentration of the wine come through, with a white fruit - Wine Enthusiast flavor and hints of grapefruit and toasty yeast.” - Wine Enthusiast
Chardonnay (100%) Pinot Noir (70%), Chardonnay (30%) Food Match: Ideal as an aperitif, Blanc de Blanc is also the perfect accompaniment to Food Match: Wonderful with fish, and especially shellfish, but could also be matched seafood, fish and goat’s cheese. with foie gras.
Stock #: 14-030 Stock #: 14-033 750 mL: €56 750 mL: €125
LOUIS ROEDERER VINTAGE BRUT, 2007 94 Champagne AOC pts
“Refined in texture and beautifully balanced, this well-meshed version is framed by mouthwatering acidity, enlivened by flavors of yellow apple, pear, black currant, lightly toasted almond, kumquat and zesty ground spice.” - Wine Spectator (for the 2006 vintage)
Pinot Noir (70%), Chardonnay (30%) Food Match: Wonderful with fish, and especially shellfish, but could also be matched with foie gras.
Stock #: 14-031 750 mL: €52
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ROSÉ - MONTENEGRO ROSÉ - ITALY, SLOVENIA & CROATIA
ROSÉ “ARHONTO”, VINARIJA KRGOVIĆ 2013 SCALABRONE, GUADO AL TASSO 2013 Rogami, Montenegro Bolgheri DOC, Italy
A crisp wine with rose bud and watermelon aromatics. This dry rosé has bright flavours The unofficial wine of Lake Como summers, and also the go-to drink at our favourite of strawberry, melon with balanced acidity and lingering respberry notes on the finish. Roman restuarant, Dal Bolognese. It is a brilliant peony pink in colour and offers rich and intense aromas of aromatic herbs, raspberries and cherries. The flavours are pleasurably fruity as befits a wine of such excellent balance and persistence.
Sangiovese (100%) Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Merlot (30%), Syrah (30%) Food Match: Grilled seafood, roasted herbed chicken, goat’s cheese and spicy cuisine. Food Match: Bone dry and savory, this is a great wine for pairing with food. It works beautifully with charcuterie and most meat tartare, as well as roast chicken or turkey, barbeque pork and even substantial fare like cheeseburgers! Stock #: 14-034 Stock #: 14-037 750 mL: €14 at Crush Wine Station 750 mL: €14
ROSÉ, VINARIJA BURIĆ 2012 BATIČ ROSÉ, 2008 Podgorica, Montenegro Vipava Valley, Slovenia
A dry, fresh and pleasantly aromatic wine. On the palate it delivers dried berry and One of the region’s most famous wines, in a beautiful and unforgettable bottle. A cherry flavours with a lot of red fruit and a touch of smoke on the finish. medium intense salmon colour with a fine, discreet perlage. Aromas of raspberry, cherry and strawberry give way to a rich body and a sophisticated taste of fine red fruits.
Vranac (100%) Cabernet Sauvignon (100%) Food Match: Drink with white meats, grilled fish, clams (or a spaghetti vongole), and Food Match: Pair with stuffed olives, charcuterie, prosciutto, pizza with basil and creamier cheese. mozzarella and all kinds of fresh cheeses. Its strong taste does not make it suitable for some delicate fish but grilled sardines and salmon are fine. Stock #: 14-035 Stock #: 14-037 750 mL: €14 at Crush Wine Station 750 mL: €14
ROSÉ “ZENTA”, VINARIJA VUČINIĆ 2013 RUBI ROSÉ, BRUNO TRAPAN 2012 Rogami, Montenegro Istria, Croatia
Fresh and bright with juicy red fruit flavours, balanced acidity and just enough tannic This rosé is a dry, refreshing wine with a crisp acidity, lots of minerals and a soft round structure to make this a good food-friendly rosé. finish of red fruits. It gives you a good mouthwatering effect.
Vranac (100%) Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Teran Food Match: This wine is an easy match for most foods, especially grilled poultry or Food Match: Ideal for a multitude of lively dishes, especially summer fare like calamari seafood, pastas in cream sauce and roasted vegetables. fritto, salads with manchego cheese and seared scallops or shellfish. Serve very chilled.
Stock #: 14-036 Stock #: 14-039 750 mL: €14 at Crush Wine Station 750 mL: €12
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ROSÉ - PROVENCE, FRANCE ROSÉ - PROVENCE, FRANCE
CHÂTEAU DE PAMPELONNE, 2013 CHÂTEAU D’ESCLANS “WHISPERING ANGEL” 2013 Côtes de Provence AOC Côtes de Provence AOC
It is said that rosé is something you drink first with your eyes, and then with your taste “In general, Provence seems especially blessed in producing many of the finest, certainly the buds. This wine has a pretty salmon color, with delicate flavors of melon, red peach and most delicate rosés, with Château d’Esclans having shown the way. Extremely pale pink. berry. Offers light spice and mineral notes on the fresh finish. The rosé of choice at Club Good texture and real core of fruit. What is Esclans’ secret, pray?” 55, on Pampelonne Beach in St. Tropez. - Jancis Robinson
Grenache (20%), Carignan, Cinsault, Syrah, Mourvèdre Grenache, Rolle, Syrah, Cinsault, Tibouren, Food Match: It’s fresh, crisp, and just the right match for summer salad, goat’s cheese, Food Match: As fantastic with an ‘assiette de charcuterie’ as it is with poached salmon, pizzas, and almost anything off the grill! or a flavoursome salad, this wine is also a delightful drink on its own.
Stock #: 14-040 Stock #: 14-043 750 mL: €17 750 mL: €18
DOMAINES OTT “CLOS MIREILLE”, 2013 CHÂTEAU D’ESCLANS “LES CLANS” 2009 90 Côtes de Provence AOC Côtes de Provence AOC pts
“This is a delicate, beautifully-poised wine, so crisp and lively. The ocean-influenced vineyard “A rich and well-crafted rosé, delivering concentrated dry red fruit flavors, with citrus and site helps to keep the wine light. This is what summer rosé is about.” - Wine Enthusiast savory spice accents. The powerful, refined finish is full of mineral and white pepper notes.” - Wine Spectator
Grenache (50%), Cinsault (40%), Syrah (10%) Grenache (50%), Rolle (50%) Food Match: With its seaside freshness, this wine is remarkable with scallops, marinated Food Match: Do not be fooled by its color. This deliciously elegant rosé definitely salmon with dill, and worth trying with sweet and sour pork. requires a dish with some weight and complexity to it, such as succulent roasted pork, grilled lamb chops or even a savory mushroom dish. Stock #: 14-041 Stock #: 14-044 750 mL: €27 750 mL: €27
M DE MINUTY ROSÉ, 2013 CHÂTEAU D’ESCLANS “GARRUS” 2010 93 Côtes de Provence AOC Côtes de Provence AOC pts
Fresh, elegant, crisp, dry and with a beautiful, subtle strawberry flavour, this is the “This delicious wine offers subtle barrel nuances, with ripe plum and strawberry fruits. Along archetypal Provence rosé. The aromatic harmony of grenache and cinsault offers some with this is a stylish crispness, just touched by spice and toast. This is a serious wine, intended notes of peach and candied orange. The taste is fresh and round and the 2012 vintage for food.” is better than ever. - Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast
Grenache (50%), Tibouren (25%), Cinsault (25%) Grenache (70%), Rolle (30%) Food Match: This light, refreshing and versatile wine pairs well with light fare, from Food Match: Do not be fooled by its light color. This deliciously elegant rosé definitely pastas, cheeses, grilled seafood, poultry and pork as well as seasonal vegetable dishes. requires a dish with some weight and complexity to it, such as succulent roasted pork, grilled lamb chops or even a savory mushroom dish. Stock #: 14-042 Stock #: 14-045 750 mL: €14 750 mL: €100
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CHARDONNAY “ARHONTO”, VINARIJA KRGOVIĆ 2013 BAROVO WHITE 2011 Rogami, Montenegro Barovo, Macedonia
This is a fresh and fruity wine, straw-yellow in colour with golden highlights. It is The unique terroir of the Barovo area produces a long-lasting wine whose aroma is quite refreshing, medium-bodied and offers aromas of ripe apples and pears. fresh with hints of honey and truffles. As a perfect blend of Belan and Chardonnay, this golden yellow wine is full in flavour and has pronounced aromas of peach, pear, mango, white flower and acacia.
Chardonnay (100%) Belan, Chardonnay Food Match: This is an ideal match for salmon (with dill), couscous with oriental Food Match: Fairly versatile, try it wth sea bass, plaice, tuna and smoked salmon salad flavours and artichokes. or, on the meat side, prosciutto and veal in mushroom sauce.
Stock #: 14-046 Stock #: 14-049 750 mL: €19 at Crush Wine Station 750 mL: €14
CHARDONNAY, SAVINA 2013 BELA VODA WHITE 2012 Herceg Novi, Montenegro Bela Voda, Macedonia
Light yellow with very bright greenish hues, the Chardonnay from Savina - grown in The wine exhibits a round, full taste and a delicate aroma of white flower and cantaloupe, the Bay of Kotor in old Venetian vineyards - is fresh, snappy and mineral with a sea-salt complemented with aromas from the French barriques which give it notes of butter, tinged aftertaste. It maintains a very good balance between softness and acidity. vanilla and hazelnut.
Chardonnay (100%) Belan, Chardonnay Food Match: This would go beautifully with an artichoke salad but can also be paired Food Match: Lovely with sea bass and sea bream, this also works very well with dishes with grilled vegetables, cous-cous and most seafood. such as chicken and vegetables.
Stock #: 14-047 Stock #: 14-050 750 mL: €24 at Crush Wine Station 750 mL: €14
CHARDONNAY, VINARIJA BURIĆ 2013 MALVASIJA DUBROVAČKA, DUBROVAČKI PODRUMI 2011 Podgorica, Montenegro Dalmatia, Croatia
Straw yellow in colour with rich aromas of ripe apple. Full and well-structured on the Quite a different grape, and a deeper, more robust white wine than Istrian Malvazija. palate with a slight mineral edge. A golden yellow colour, this is an expressive white wine with aromas of Mediterranean fruits, pear and apple. The full and juicy taste reveals notes of vanilla and pear with a Chardonnay (100%) mild acidity.
Malvasija Dubrovačka (100%) Food Match: Light enough to be served as an aperitif, it also goes with light meats, Food Match: A good match with seafood and pasta. This is the ancient varietal of the cheese and even some light stews. Dubrovnik nobility so pair it with local foods from the region.
Stock #: 14-048 Stock #: 14-051 750 mL: €19 at Crush Wine Station 750 mL: €16
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TRAPAN MALVAZIJA ISTARSKA “PONENTE”, 2012 NEVINA, SAINT’S HILLS 2010 Istria, Croatia Istria, Croatia
Named “one to watch” by The Wine Advocate, Bruno Trapan produces one of Istria’s Clear yet complex, the wine is characterized by aromas of honey, yellow fruit, quince, finest Malvazijas: A beautiful bouquet of white flowers, the taste is pure and crisp of pear and vanilla. Medium-bodied, creamy and with a pleasant acidity and freshness. The white peach, herbs, lemon and acacia. There is a wonderful, rich minerality from the palate is dominated by green apple with hints of spice and white pepper. Grown in one red clay terra rossa and a slight saltiness from the Adriatic Sea. of the largest natural amphitheatres in the world, near Pula.
Malvazija (100%) Malvazija (72%), Chardonnay (28%) Food Match: Seafood, especially fish and mussels. Also light pastas, salads and grilled Food Match: Nevina partners well with pastas and risottos, as well as with fresh white vegetables. fish.
Stock #: 14-052 Stock #: 14-055 750 mL: €14 750 mL: €32
MALVAZIJA, MENEGHETTI, 2012 PINELA, BATIČ 2009 Istria, Croatia Vipava Valley, Slovenia
This Malvazija “Soul of Istria” has been paired with a little bit of Chardonnay and Pinot An elegant varietal, this is undoubtedly a food wine, or a wine for special occasions. Blanc. Exceptionally drinkable, silky and well-rounded, with hints of ripe fruit in its Intense golden yellow colour, it offers notes of ripe fruit (peach, apricot) as well as aromatic fullness. vanilla and sun-kissed grapes. On the palate, Pinela is full, extractive and minerally with a sophisticated spiciness. A full and rich wine.
Malvazija, with a touch of Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc Pinela (100%) Food Match: Suitable for various occasions, this wine is perfect with oysters, shrimp Food Match: A good match with a wide variety of sea food and white meats. The and most types of fish. recommended serving temperature for this wine is slightly higher than a typical white, between 10 and 12 Centigrade. Stock #: 14-053 Stock #: 14-056 750 mL: €15 750 mL: €25
MENEGHETTI “WHITE” (BLACK LABEL) 2009 POŠIP, KORTA KATARINA 2011 Istria, Croatia Korčula, Croatia
An elegant wine from one of Croatia’s finest producers. A straw yellow colour with A golden straw colour, the wine offers vanilla, oak and peach on the nose with a slight golden high-lights. The nose is reminiscent of peach flower, white peach, cedar bark grassy note. Very well balanced and full on the palate, 2011 was an exceptional year for and quince. This is an extremely well-balanced wine with long- lasting and intense this varietal. The last two vintages (2012 and 2013) did not fare as well so this is a wine aromas. to savour now!
Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc Pošip (100%) Food Match: Enjoy this wine with fish dishes, white meat, risotto and pasta with Food Match: Fabulous with fish but can easily be consumed on its own! truffles, and both fresh and medium mature cheese.
Stock #: 14-054 Stock #: 14-057 750 mL: €32 750 mL: €29
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REBULA, MOVIA 2010 TRIJUMF BARRIQUE, ALEKSANDROVIĆ 2012 90 Brda, Slovenia pts Topola, Serbia
“Perfumed with scents of dried flowers, figs, cherries and tea, this round, voluptuous Ribolla Aromas of dried fruits (pears, grapes and figs) with tones of clover honey, gingerbread, is luscious and fruity. It’s dry, with a tea-leaf astringency that builds on the palate, and it vanilla and coconut. On the palate it is full and velvety soft with buttery-fruity notes. finishes with a flurry of rose petals and caramelized honey flavors.”- Wine Enthusiast Well-balanced oak and a refreshing acidity on the finish.
Rebula or Bibolla Gialla in Italian (100%) Chardonnay (85%), Sauvignon Blanc & Riesling (15%) Food Match: Grilled swordfish, scampi or shrimp as well as pasta dishes in a cream Food Match: Excellent with seafood, particularly salmon, as well as poultry (turkey), sauce. cream-based pastas and soft cheese.
Stock #: 14-058 Stock #: 14-061 750 mL: €16 750 mL: €22
RHINE RIESLING “VALERIUS”, IMPERATOR 2012 TRIJUMF GOLD, ALEKSANDROVIĆ 2012 Fruška Gora, Serbia Topola, Serbia
A sharp and aromatic wine with floral and mineral aromas. Very fresh and vibrant with A light green colour with clear, rich and complex flavours made up of herbal notes, notes of apple peels. Imperator’s winery is located on lands believed to comprise an citrus and tropical fruits. The taste is full, fresh, aromatic and harmonious, with a very historic Roman vineyard and its wines are all named for Emperors who were born on long and persistent finish. the territory of modern Serbia. Bio-dynamically farmed.
Rhine Riesling (100%) Sauvignon Blanc (85%), Pinot Blanc and Rhine Riesling (15%) Food Match: Pair this food with salads or dishes such as eggplant that have slight Food Match: A good match with seafood, especially prawns. It also goes well with goat’s bitter tones. cheese and fruit-based desserts.
Stock #: 14-059 Stock #: 14-062 750 mL: €15 750 mL: €22
SIVI PINOT (PINOT GRIGIO), MOVIA 2009 91 Brda, Slovenia pts
A unique and beautifully made Pinot Grigio designed to be drunk wih a few years of age. A well-defined and minerally bouquet. The palate has a ripe entry, fresh, graceful and lightly honeyed with touches of lemongrass, white peach and apricot. The wine has been matured in oak for 18 months. (Score by Wine Spectator)
Pinot Grigio (100%) Food Match: A brilliant food wine, pair this with fattier grilled fish such as mackeral, salmon or eel, tomato and basil pasta, eggplant dishes and even meatballs in tomato- based sauces. Stock #: 14-060 750 mL: €17
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CAPO MARTINO, JERMANN 2010 CHARDONNAY, JERMANN 2012 Venezia-Giulia IGT Venezia Giulia IGT
A beautiful golden yellow colour, bright and sparkling. Its aroma is intense and complex, This Chardonnay is rich, bold and full of flavor. It shows plenty of varietal character with notes of local and exotic ripened fruit and of dried flowers imbued with a light veil with lively apple, pineapple, creamed hazelnut and smoke notes, as well as aromatic herb of vanilla. Apple, banana, hazelnut, broom and passionflowers emerge. In the mouth it and vanilla accents on the finish. is velvety. It has a perfectly balanced taste, delicate aromas and infinite persistence.
Ribolla Gialla, Friulano, Malvasia, Picolit Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Excellent with chickpea purée and octopus sautéed with rosemary. Food Match: Pair this wine with fish in sauce from grand and nouvelle cuisine, shell- fish, and creams of vegetable.
Stock #: 14-063 Stock #: 14-066 750 mL: €65 750 mL: €20
CHARDONNAY “CIAMPAGNIS VIERIS” VIE DI ROMANS, 2010 COLLIO COL DISÔRE, RUSSIZ SUPERIORE 2009 92 90 Isonzo dei Friuli DOC pts Collio DOC pts
“Very elegant, with an underpinning of saline-tinged minerality and well-knit acidity, this “Rich and layered, this offers a frame of well-meshed, vibrant acidity, an undertow of smoky is almost lacy in texture, offering accessible layers of poached peach and guava, crystallized mineral and flavors of creamed apple, apricot, almond skin and lemon meringue pie.” honey, almond, star fruit and ground ginger.” - Wine Spectator - Wine Spectator
Chardonnay (100%) Pinot Bianco (40%), Friulano (35%), Sauvignon (15%), Ribolla Gialla (10%) Food Match: Pairs well with chicken, seafood, soft cheeses and avocado. Food Match: Asparagus is a perfect match but it also pairs well with other difficult foods such as artichokes. Pan-seared scallops, which have a subtle brininess and meaty flavor, along with prosciutto are also beautiful pairings. Stock #: 14-064 Stock #: 14-067 750 mL: €28 750 mL: €28
CHARDONNAY “GAUN”, TENUTAE LAGEDER, 2011 FRIULANO “BURI”, MIANI 2011 94 Alto Adige DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC pts
A substantial Chardonnay, partly fermented in small wooden casks. Rich, complex “Miani’s 2011 Buri is from old, terraced vineyards in Buttrio. The mineral notes typical of aroma with delicate, light, buttery nose and notes of ripe tropical fruits. Full, vigorous the wine dominate, while the fruit remains in the background. The 2011 stands out for its and yet elegant taste. Harmonious, fresh, lingering finish. gorgeous tension, something that was very hard to come by in this vintage.” - Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Chardonnay (100%) Friulano (100%) Food Match: All types of seafood (fish and shellfish), white meat and poultry. Food Match: A versatile food wine, pairing well with antipasti, fish and poultry. Our suggestion: pair it with prosciutto, the salty ham flavour will be pleasingly cleansed away by the wine’s taste of fruit, minerals and acidity. Stock #: 14-065 Stock #: 14-068 750 mL: €22 750 mL: €55
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FRIULANO “FILIP”, MIANI 2011 PINOT GRIGIO, JERMANN 2012 92 89 Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC pts Venezia Giulia IGT pts
“The 2011 Filip stands out for its nuance and delineation. White orchard fruit, pears, “The 2012 Pinot Grigio delivers a fresh and exceptionally clean interpretation of one of the flowers, crushed rocks and a hint of spice inform the delineated finish. In terms of its balance, most popular white grapes today. Varietal aromas of stone fruit, melon, honey, citrus and the 2011 is hugely appealing.” natural rubber abound. An added bonus is the medium build and creaminess of the mouth- - Antonio Galloni, Vinous feel. You’ll love the easy appeal and freshness of this weekday wine.” - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate Friulano (100%) Pinot Grigio (100%) Food Match: A versatile food wine, pairing well with antipasti, fish and poultry. Our Food Match: Pair this easy-drinking Grigio with risotto con crema di scampi (risotto suggestion: pair it with prosciutto, the salty ham flavour will be pleasingly cleansed away with shrimp reduction cream sauce) by the wine’s taste of fruit, minerals and acidity. Stock #: 14-069 Stock #: 14-072 750 mL: €58 750 mL: €20
GEWURZTRAMINER “AM SAND”, TENUTAE LAGEDER 2010 PINOT GRIGIO, SANTA MARGHERITA 2012 Alto Adige DOC Valdadige DOC
A brilliant, straw-yellow colour with light orange reflections. Pronounced, complex The benchmark by which all other Pinot Grigios are judged. The wine boasts a fresh, aroma showing obvious late harvest characteristics. Notes of ripe tropical fruit combined clean fragrance that is followed by a crisp, refreshing flavor with hints of citrus fruits. with floral and herbal undertones and an elegant touch of citrus fruit. Full-bodied with This wine is well-structured and sophisticated, a perfect choice for entertaining! a long, fresh aftertaste exhibiting a characteristic delicate bitter twist.
Gewurztraminer (100%) Pinot Grigio (100%) Food Match: Pair this with well-flavored starters such as sausages, pâté and terrines, Food Match: The wine pairs beautifully with a wide range of light-weight dishes. grilled fish and seafood, Asian food and cheeses.
Stock #: 14-070 Stock #: 14-073 750 mL: €28 750 mL: €14
PINOT GRIGIO “DESSIMIS”, VIE DI ROMANS 2010 RIESLING “RAIN”, ALOIS LAGEDER 2011 91 Isonzo dei Friuli DOC pts Alto Adige DOC
“Rich and smoky, with pretty notes of orchard blossom and ground spice wafting through A brilliant straw-yellow colour with a light green shimmer. Clean, quite pronounced the layered flavours of dried apricot, honeycomb, melon, quince paste, toasted almond and varietal aroma with refined fruity notes of peach and pear. Dry, medium-bodied, well coconut. Seamlessly integrated with a long, lasting finish.” balanced, grapey flavour with a crisp, refreshing finish and persistent aftertaste. The - Wine Spectator lively acidity is well integrated in the wine’s fruit structure.
Pinot Grigio (100%) Riesling (100%) Food Match: Pairs well with all types of seafood, veal and chicken. Wonderful as an Food Match: Good with most starters, all kind of seafood and shellfish, white meats and aperitif. poultry.
Stock #: 14-071 Stock #: 14-074 750 mL: €26 750 mL: €22
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SAUVIGNON “FLORA” GIRLAN 2011 VESPA BIANCO, BASTIANICH 2009 93 Alto Adige DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC pts
An elegant frame and fine consistency, with intense fruity notes. An excellent structure “The 2009 is a generous, textured Vespa Bianco endowed with tons of richness and depth. that is flavoursome and mineral, with a persistent palate. This is a top Sauvignon from Sweet floral honey, mint, white flowers and succulent yellow peaches are some of the aromas one of the best producers in Alto Adige. and flavors that emerge from the glass. This is a beautifully balanced, harmonious wine.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
Sauvignon (100%) Chardonnay (45%), Sauvignon (45%), Picolit (10%) Food Match: We recommend serving this wine with refined dishes, including meats. Food Match: Roasted turkey, duck and pork. Shellfish, especially lobster and scallops. Mushroom based dishes, including risotto. Elegant cheese-dressed pastas.
Stock #: 14-075 Stock #: 14-078 750 mL: €25 750 mL: €35
SAUVIGNON “PIERE”, VIE DI ROMANS 2010 VESPA BIANCO, BASTIANICH 2011 93 91 Isonzo dei Friuli DOC pts Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC pts
“Floral, grassy notes meld into a core of deeply expressive varietal fruit in a focused, vibrant “The 2011 Vespa Bianco is a beautiful blend of equal parts Chardonnay and Sauvignon Sauvignon loaded with class. All the elements are in the right place. I especially like the Blanc with a small component of Picolit. This is a richly textured and opulent white (half way the wine turns intensely saline on the finish. As always, the Piere needs time in the glass is aged in stainless steel and half in Slavonian oak casks for one year) that delivers apricot, to find its centre and minerality. When it does, it is often superb, as is the case again this honey and a touch of caramel. It reaches profound levels of depth and harmony.” vintage.” - Antonio Galloni, Vinous - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate Sauvignon Blanc (100%) Chardonnay (45%), Sauvignon (45%), Picolit (10%) Food Match: Drink on its own or pair easily with fish, chicken or pork and lighter Food Match: Roasted turkey, duck and pork. Shellfish, especially lobster and scallops. dishes. Mushroom based dishes, including risotto. Elegant cheese-dressed pastas.
Stock #: 14-076 Stock #: 14-079 750 mL: €26 750 mL: €32
SAUVIGNON “VIGNE ORSONE”, BASTIANICH 2013 Colli Orientale dei Friuli DOC
Aromas of tropical fruit (mango & grapefruit), mint and green leaves. This great wine is fresh and elegant with great acidity, a crisp mouthfeel and a long refreshing finish.
Sauvignon Blanc (100%) Food Match: A very food-friendly wine and terrific for appetizers including vegetable dishes or dips, fragrant salads - like Greek, Caesar or Garden - Thai food, fish (sushi), poultry and vegetarian pizza. Stock #: 14-077 750 mL: €15
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W... DREAMS, JERMANN 2010 VINTAGE TUNINA, JERMANN 92 Venezia-Giulia IGT Venezia-Giulia IGT pts “Vibrant acidity enlivens rich notes of creamed apple, lemon meringue pie, crunchy peach This wine is a genuine field blend. It has a brilliant straw-yellow and candied ginger in this lithe and lively white. Shows beautiful balance, with a fresh, colour with golden highlights. Its aroma is intense, full, with lasting finish accented by hints of smoky mineral and crystallized honey.” enormous elegance and persistence, and with hints of honey and - Wine Spectator wild flowers. Its taste is dry, velvety, and very well-orchestrated, with an exceptional persistence due to its particularly full body. Chardonnay (97%) Food Match: This is such a rich, amazing white it’s worth enjoying on its own, as a Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Ribolla Gialla, Malvasia Istriana, Picolit meditation wine; but if paired with food, choose rich, structured first courses and fish with sauce, seafood, white meat, cheese. Food Match: The wine is well-paired with truffled first courses, with a great variety of fish dishes, especially oven-baked fish and fish in Stock #: 14-083 sauce, and it can easily be drunk with white meats. 750 mL: €52
VINTAGE 2012
One of the best recent vintages of this wine. Quite complex, with apple tart, apricot, lavender, hints of cream and toasty oak. Full-bodied, with loads of fruit and character, yet refined and balanced. It finishes with a good acidity, betraying its relative youth. Stock #: 14-080 750 mL: €50
VINTAGE 2010
Rich and silky, with a backbone of chinalike acidity for balance and structure. Flavors of baked apricot, smoke, candle wax and Key lime pie are layered with accents of crystallized honey, chamomile and salted butter in this finely meshed, vibrant version, which has a lasting finish. Stock #: 14-081 750 mL: €52
VINTAGE 2007
“Shows a lovely balance of dried apricot, pineapple and honey, with traces of violet and mineral. Full-bodied, 92 with powerful balance and intense fruit on the finish. Almost late-harvest in style.” - Wine Spectator pts
Stock #: 14-082 750 mL: €54
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GAIA & REY, GAJA GAVI “WHITE LABEL”, LA SCOLCA 2012 / 2013 Langhe DOC Gavi DOCG Light straw color. Delicate in the mouth, very dry, characterized by a crisp and refreshing With this historic bottling, produced in very small quantities, acidity. Shows touches of honey and grilled almond on a round profile, accenting its Angelo Gaja showed the world that exceptional white wines peach and melon flavors. Finishes crisply. could be produced in the Langhe Hills, where red wines had been produced almost exclusively before. He also delivered to the world what is now considered one of the greatest white wines of Europe, Cortese (100%) a truly remarkable accomplishment in a country where red grapes Food Match: A perfect match for seafood as well as white meats, cheeses and grilled have historically dominated the realm of fine wine. vegetables. Chardonnay (100%) Stock #: 14-088 Food Match: Wonderful with meatier fish, seared scallops and ten- 750 mL: €15 der poultry. (Unusual for a white, this wine is best decanted before serving.) GAVI DI GAVI “BLACK LABEL”, LA SCOLCA 2012 / 2013 Gavi DOCG VINTAGE 2010 An iconic wine, almost synonymous with yachting. It has a light straw color and typical “Clean and lemony, this white’s vivid acidity complements floral, citrus and spice flavors. Rather than dominate Gavi nose: fine and pleasantly fresh. Delicate in the mouth, very dry, characterized by 90 a crisp and refreshing acidity. the flavors, the oak here adds a nice touch. Fine length.” - Wine Spectator pts
Stock #: 14-084 750 mL: €260 Cortese (100%) Food Match: Versatile, this wine pairs well with oysters, fish, crab, quiche, salmon, VINTAGE 2008 scallops, shellfish, shrimp, sushi and white meats. In addition it plays well with Italian antipasto, vegetarian cuisine, ravioli, pesto sauce, omelettes and frittata. “The 2008 Gaia & Rey (Chardonnay) sweeps across the palate with layers of rich, expressive fruit. All of the 92 Stock #: 14-089 elements are beautifully balanced in this soft, articulate Gaia & Rey. The 2008 is a gorgeous yet understated pts vintage for this wine.” - Antinio Galloni, The Wine Advocate 750 mL: €33 Stock #: 14-085 750 mL: €275
LANGHE BIANCO “DRAGON”, LUIGI BAUDANA 2012 VINTAGE 2006 Langhe DOC
“This distinctive white really caught my attention at a recent tasting of wines the Wine “Rich and layered, with apple, piecrust, caramel and toast aromas and flavors. Full and rich, yet fresh and 93 balanced. Long and impressive.” - Wine Spectator pts Society in the UK is especially proud of. Lightly oaked. Very perfumed with a Riesling-like spine. Exciting structure. Unfolds on the palate.” - Jancis Robinson Stock #: 14-086 750 mL: €295
Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Bianco VINTAGE 2005 Food Match: Fantastic with prosciutto and melon, gnocchi or pasta with white sauce.
“Has classy aromas of apple, fresh pear and light toasty oak. Full-bodied, with super well-integrated fruit that 93 turns to apple tart, light toasty oak and mineral. Intense. One of the best whites of Italy.” - Wine Spectator pts Stock #: 14-090 Stock #: 14-087 750 mL: €275 750 mL: €15
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ROSSJ-BASS, GAJA 2011 CERVARO DELLA SALA, CASTELLO DELLA SALA 2011 94+ Langhe DOC Umbria IGT pts
This wine originally came from two four-acre vineyards planted in 1984: Bass (as it is “This blend of Chardonnay and Grechetto opens to golden rays of luminous brilliance that slightly lower lying) and Rossj, named after Angelo’s younger daughter, Rossana. The glimmer through the glass. The bouquet is beautifully shaped by toasted almond, vanilla, wine is wonderfully rich and honeyed, with fine mineral complexity and terrific length. clove, orange zest, stone fruit and honey. Mineral notes add dimension to what is otherwise a super-rich and balanced mouthfeel. The 2011 vintage shows unique energy and intensity.” - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate Chardonnay, with a touch of Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay (85%), Grechetto (15%) Food Match: Pairs well with meatier fish such as tuna, as well as pastas, chicken in a Food Match: Wonderful with tuna steak and rich and creamy dishes. cream sauce and vegetarian lasagna.
Stock #: 14-091 Stock #: 14-092 750 mL: €80 750 mL: €49
ORVIETO “SAN GIOVANNI”, CASTELLO DELLA SALA 2011 Orvieto DOC Classico Superiore
Crisp and dry, this is an ideal summer wine. The “superiore” designation requires much lower yields, and hence the wine offers considerable concentration. A straw yellow colour and endowed with both floral notes and warmer aromas that recall ripe tropical fruit. The wine is savory and mineral on the palate, pleasurably soft, and with a long and rich finish and aftertaste. Grechetto (50%), Procanico (25%), Pinot Bianco and Viognier Food Match: Wonderful with grilled chicken breast, summer salads, cous-cous and a range of grilled vegetable dishes or light cheeses.
Stock #: 14-093 750 mL: €16
VERMENTINO, GUADO AL TASSO 2013 Bolgheri DOC
The wine is characterized by its luminous straw yellow color, by a nose which shows, along with mineral notes, the floral and citrus aromas typical of the Bolgheri area. It is a fresh, crisp wine, balanced and with a lengthy finish and aftertaste.
Vermentino (100%) Food Match: This is the wine of choice for seafood antipasti, pasta with shellfish, ceviche, flavorful fish dishes or vegetable quiches.
Stock #: 14-094 750 mL: €17
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CHARDONNAY, PLANETA, 2010 / 2011 CHABLIS “CHAMPS ROYAUX” WILLIAM FEVRE 2010 92 Sicilia IGT pts Chablis AOC
“One of the nicest expressions of this international grape variety made on Italian soil. From At the price of most Petit Chablis, this gives one the chance to taste the crisp purity of sunny Sicily, the wine recalls some of the characteristics of Chardonnay from California, with the real thing from a producer who has been at the forefront of Chablis wines for over its creamy, rich mouthfeel and beautifully intense aromas of stone fruit, citrus, vanilla, yellow 250 years. Very refined bouquet, developing citrus, white-fleshed fruit and floral notes. rose and exotic spice.” - Wine Enthusiast Fresh and supple, the wine is marked by mineral notes that are typical of the appellation.
Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: An outstanding match for ravioli with fish and lemon sauce, pasta with Food Match: This would be an excellent match for halibut or trout in a creamy sauce. truffles and grilled white meats such as chicken and pork.
Stock #: 14-095 Stock #: 14-098 750 mL: €40 750 mL: €18
COMETA, PLANETA, 2011 CHABLIS (DOMAINE), WILLIAM FEVRE 2012 92 Sicilia IGT pts Chablis AOC
“Among the greatest expressions of Fiano, Cometa is a full and generous effort, with deep “There is a lovely touch of mineral reduction to the pear, wax and tidal pool suffused nose. layers of passion fruit and stone fruit, plus touches of vanilla, honey and light spice. The This is also agreeably racy and intense with fine detail to the lightly mineral-inflected middle concentration and freshness is wonderful.” - Wine Enthusiast weight flavors that conclude in a balanced, saline and moderately dry finish.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound
Fiano (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Carpaccio of raw and/or smoked fish, oysters and grilled shellfish. Prawns Food Match: While sea food is the typical fare, the acidity allows this wine to be a with saffron. Yet perhaps the best matches would be steamed lobster or buttery crab’s great match with pastas or stews, and certainly fowl such as roast chicken. legs... Stock #: 14-096 Stock #: 14-099 750 mL: €40 750 mL: €21
GRECANICO “ALASTRO”, PLANETA, 2011 Sicilia IGT
Shows a mix of citrus fruits, fresh hay and light, mildly spiced syrup on the nose. Full-bodied, with clean, spicy fruit flavors and a long, tight finish. Thick and rich. An outstanding fruit-forward white. From the historic Ulmo vineyard in western Sicily, this wine is an ideal companion for rich Meditarranean cuisine.
Grecanico (95%), Fiano (5%) Food Match: Ideal with sea food first courses, shell fish and light soups. Also a wonderful match for cous-cous with vegetables, pasta with broccoli, stuffed artichokes, tuna sashimi and dishes with beets and asparagus. Stock #: 14-097 750 mL: €12
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ER ER CHABLIS 1 CRU “FOURCHAUME”, FAIVELEY 2011 CHABLIS 1 CRU “MONTMAINS” DOMAINE FAIVELEY 2009 88 - 89 91 Chablis Premier Cru AOC pts Chablis Premier Cru AOC pts “This also reflects ample amounts of Chablis character on the slightly riper nose of sea water, A brilliant pale yellow colour. The elegant nose has a blend of white flowers and citrus pear and lovely floral notes. There is an attractive sense of underlying energy and solid fruits which continue on the palate, making this a complex wine with long-lasting minerality to the adequately concentrated middle weight flavors that are delicious, crisp and aromas and tastes. It is relatively smooth but has a definite liveliness. sufficiently persistent to be interesting. This is stylish.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound (Score by Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar)
Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Fantastic with light cheeses from very fresh chèvre to fine brie, but also Food Match: A great match with seafood or poultry. Try with a fish terrine or a selection with a wide variety of fish dishes: perhaps trout in a beurre sauce with almonds? of cheese, especially Époisses.
Stock #: 14-100 Stock #: 14-103 750 mL: €34 750 mL: €32
CHABLIS 1ER CRU “FOURCHAUME” J. MOREAU 2009 Chablis Premier Cru AOC
Pale gold in colour, limpid and brilliant. Nose of condensed milk, bread and liquorice. On the palate, this unoaked wine presents a good balance between acidity and sugar, with notes of bitter orange peel.
Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Perfect with all fish and shellfish as well as with white meats.
Stock #: 14-101 750 mL: €36
ER CHABLIS 1 CRU “MONTÉE DE TONERRE”, W. FEVRE 2011 92 - 94 Chablis Premier Cru AOC pts “The most mineral of the premier crus, the 2011 Chablis Montée de Tonerre possesses an elusive, and at times ethereal, personality than in many ways encapsulates what Chablis is all about. It is the least obvious of the premier crus, but also the most intriguing, as every taste reveals a different shade of expression. This is a wine of enormous promise.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Fish, seafood and shellfish, grilled or in a cream sauce. Poultry and white meat, grilled or in a cream sauce.
Stock #: 14-102 750 mL: €42
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CHABLIS GRAND CRU “BOUGROS” WILLIAM FEVRE 2008 94 CHABLIS GRAND CRU “LES CLOS” FAIVELEY Chablis Grand Cru AOC pts Chablis Grand Cru AOC “A Riesling-reminiscent amalgam of fresh lime, white peach, chalk and salt marks the nose There are seven officially delineated Grand Cru climates, covering and palate, which is a reversal from vintage norms. A tactile, seemingly crystalline and pungently peppery sense of minerality are folded into an almost sweetly ripe peachiness. an area of 100 hectares, all located on one southwest facing hill over- Smoky, chalky, and alkaline notes add to a remarkable diversity that informs a dynamically looking the town of Chablis. Together, the Grand Cru vineyards interactive, energetic, intractable finish.” - David Schildknecht, The Wine Advocate account for about 3% of Chablis annual yearly production. Les Chardonnay (100%) Clos tends to produce the most complex, rich and luscious wines with pronounced minerality. These, arguably, have the best ageing Food Match: Roasted turkey, duck and pork. Shellfish, especially lobster and scallops. Mushroom based dishes, including risotto. Elegant cheese-dressed pastas. potential and develop Sauternes-like aromas after some bottle age. Chardonnay (100%) Stock #: 14-104 750 mL: €63 Food Match: Fish terrine, white meats (including chicken and pork) and goat’s cheese. CHABLIS GRAND CRU “LES CLOS” WILLIAM FEVRE 2011 94 Chablis Grand Cru AOC pts
“Ripe aromas of sea breeze, pear, lemon rind, oyster shell and mineral reduction plus an VINTAGE 2011 abundance of typical floral scents. The large-scaled flavors are overtly powerful and impressively concentrated as there is plenty of palate staining dry extract that also buffers the very firm “A classic Les Clos nose of oyster shell, white flowers and wet stone leads to intensely mineral-inflected and acidity that supports and shapes the gorgeously precise finish. This is a knock-out.” 92 broad-shouldered flavors that display cuts-like-a-knife delineation before culminating in a clean and very dry pts - Allen Meadows, Burghound finish. There is a note of petrol to the finish that adds to the unmistakable Chablis character.” Chardonnay (100%) - Allen Meadows, Burghound Food Match: Fish, seafood and shellfish, grilled or in a cream sauce. Poultry and white Stock #: 14-107 750 mL: €64 meat, grilled or in a cream sauce.
Stock #: 14-105 VINTAGE 2010 750 mL: €74 “This is almost Riesling-like with its petrol character that combines with notes of mineral reduction, oyster 91- CHABLIS GRAND CRU “LES PREUSES” WILLIAM FEVRE 2011 shell, citrus zest and a distinct saline element. There is excellent intensity with all of the drive that one expects 93 94 in a classic vintage with firm acid spine shaping the medium-bodied flavors. I very much like the underlying pts Chablis Grand Cru AOC pts sense of tension on the notably dry, clean and racy finish.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound “Aromatically complex with a broad ranging nose of perfumed and ripe scents of oyster shell, Stock #: 14-108 750 mL: €64 sea water, citrus and white flowers. The silky and refined flavors are wonderfully seductive with an intense minerality to the austere, bone dry and balanced finish that exudes hints of saline and iodine. In sum, this is flat out stunning.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound VINTAGE 2007 Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Fish, seafood and shellfish, grilled or in a cream sauce. Poultry and white “Straw-yellow. Soil-driven aromas of flinty, petrolly minerality, oyster shell and menthol. Broad, silky and 95 meat, grilled or in a cream sauce. suave yet with terrific energy and sappiness to the flavors of lemon, lime and wet stone. The slowly building, pts palate-saturating finish has to be one of the longest of the vintage. For Chablis connoisseurs.” - Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar Stock #: 14-106 Stock #: 14-109 750 mL: €74 750 mL: €72
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CHABLIS GRAND CRU “VAUDESIR” FAIVELEY 2009 CHARDONNAY “LES URSULINES”, J-C BOISSET 2008 92 Chablis Grand Cru OC pts Bourgogne AOC
“An ultra-pure and quite cool yet ripe nose of green fruit, stone, lemon and grapefruit gives Delicious rounded white Burgundy from this reliable and good value producer. Lots way to mineral-inflected, full-bodied and delicious flavors that are really quite serious of orchard fruit flavours undercut with a current of spice and smoke. The palate is as they deliver excellent intensity, complexity and length. This is a powerful and mouth augmented with a floral touch. Full-bodied, rounded and well-balanced, with nuances coating example of the vineyard.” - Allen Meadows, Burghoung of spice, and nutty, toasty characteristics from 11 months ageing in French oak barrels. Noticeable breadth here with a fresh, crisp finish. Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Excellent with salmon, lobsters or with shellfish. Particularly good with Food Match: White Burgundy is a classic partner for fuller-flavoured fine seafood dishes. poultry and white meats in cream sauce. Also to be enjoyed with roast chicken - this full, rich wine partners well with the meaty, spicy flavours of the dish and its accompanying gravy. Stock #: 14-110 Stock #: 14-112 750 mL: €64 750 mL: €20
CHABLIS GRAND CRU “VAUDESIR” JOS. DROUHIN 2007 92- CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET, LOUIS JADOT 2011 94 Chablis Grand Cru AOC pts Chassagne-Montrachet AOC “A spicy and notably ripe green and yellow fruit nose that offers up plenty of nuance including “This is very ripe yet the expressive aromas of dried apricot, peach and mango do not fall pepper, mint, menthol and algae that complement to perfection the full-bodied, rich and over the edge into surmaturité. The exceptionally rich and very round flavors possess both fine extremely pure flavors that are round and accessible on the mid-palate yet retain a fine sense concentration and plenty of mouth coating dry extract that buffers the sufficiently firm acidity of precision and punch on the palate-staining and hugely long finish. This has real style and such that this avoids heaviness.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound grace.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: A fine match with shellfish, especially scallops, and meatier fish such as Food Match: This great wine should be kept for special meals : foie gras, entrées and fish grouper and halibut. in cream sauces, fine charcuterie and white meats in rich sauces.
Stock #: 14-111 Stock #: 14-113 750 mL: €70 750 mL: €44
MEURSAULT, LOUIS JADOT 2010 / 2012 89- 91 Puliny-Montrachet AOC pts “A slightly toasty nose of roasted almond, white peach and spiced pear introduces impressively rich flavors that possess fine volume for its level along with very good verve on the delicious, mouth coating and satisfying finish. This is really quite lovely and should be enjoyable young.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound
Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Meursault is rich enough to match foods like fish in a cream sauce, shellfish, poultry with cream and white meat.
Stock #: 14-114 750 mL: €45
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MEURSAULT, JOSEPH FAIVELEY 2007 POUILLY-FUISSÉ, J.A. FERRET 2011 91 90+ Meursault AOC pts Pouilly-Fuissé AOC pts
“Buttered apple tart with a touch of touch of toast and oatmeal sprinkled with light brown “The 2011 Pouilly-Fuissé has a very feminine, very pretty bouquet with honeysuckle and sugar. Crisp acidity with a nice balance of richness. Long minerally finish.” quince scents that are beautifully defined. The palate is crisp on the entry with green apple - Lisa Perotti-Brown, The Wine Advocate and pear.” - Neal Martin, The Wine Advocate Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: White meats, fish and shellfish. Food Match: This wine is best paired with refined dishes such as sole Meunière, a ter- rine of foie gras, grilled lobster or sea bass. It’s also a perfect partner for such cheeses as Vacherin Mont d’Or or Saint-Marcellin. Stock #: 14-115 Stock #: 14-118 750 mL: €44 750 mL: €30
PULIGNY-MONTRACHET, LOUIS JADOT 2011 89- 91 Puliny-Montrachet AOC pts “There is very fine volume and very good mid-palate concentration as the extract really coats the palate while simultaneously buffering the moderately firm acid spine on the seductively textured, clean and attractively dry finish. As is so often the case with this wine, it is an excellent villages and well worth considering.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound
Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: These great wines are destined to honour Haute Cuisine as wonderful shellfish cooked in bouillon, creamed and poached fish, poultry liver pâtés. Also with the tastes of very strong-smelling cheeses : Munster and mature Comté. Stock #: 14-116 750 mL: €56
POUILLY-FUISSÉ, JOSEPH DROUHIN 2008 / 2009 88 Pouilly-Fuissé AOC pts
“A plump, smooth white, with peach, apple and spice notes. Balanced and harmonious, ending with a mouthwatering impression.” - Wine Spectator
Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: It goes well with shellfish, fish, white meats in cream sauce and poultry.
Stock #: 14-117 750 mL: €29
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BEAUNE “CLOS DES MOUCHES” JOSEPH DROUHIN 2011 90- CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET “ABBAYE DE MORGEOT” 2009 93 92 Beaune Premier Cru AOC pts Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru AOC pts “There is excellent verve to the attractively textured and lightly mineral-inflected medium “A great example of the vintage, the 2009 Chassagne-Montrachet Abbaye de Morgeot is weight flavors that exhibit excellent intensity and detail on the long, bone dry and strikingly striking for many reasons, most importantly in the way it has maintained considerable persistent finish. This is terrific.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound freshness and verve. Citrus, white stone fruits, flowers and slate inform the delineated, vibrant finish.” -Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Best served at 12°C and is perfect with fish or white meat in sauce, such Food Match: Pair this wine with foie gras, fish in cream sauces, shellfish and white meats as a blanquette de veau or cod Mornay. in rich sauces.
Stock #: 14-119 Stock #: 14-122 750 mL: €89 750 mL: €72
BEAUNE GRÈVES “LE CLOS BLANC” LOUIS JADOT 2009 MEURSAULT “CHARMES” FAIVELEY 2011 92 93 Beaune Premier Cru AOC pts Meursault Premier Cru AOC pts
“A pretty white, whose floral and spice aromas give way to peach, apple and spice flavors. “Reminiscent of candy in a glass, this is harmonious and creamy in texture, exhibiting peach, Elegant and harmonious, with a vibrant structure and an aftertaste of fruit and spice.” apple and grapefruit flavors that are framed by notes of butter and spice. This vivid style firms - Wine Spectator up on the finish.” - Wine Spectator
Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Best served at 12°C and is perfect with fish or white meat in sauce, such Food Match: The strength and suppleness of Meursault makes this wine an ideal as a blanquette de veau or cod Mornay. partner for food which is both rich and spicy, hot or cold: foie gras, fish in a cream sauce, shellfish in a sauce, poultry with cream, blanquettes, strong cheeses. Stock #: 14-120 Stock #: 14-123 750 mL: €52 750 mL: €76
CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET MORGEOT “LAGUICHE” 2011 MEURSAULT “GENEVRIÈRES”, BOUCHARD 2009 90- 90 92 Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru AOC pts Meursault Premier Cru AOC pts “A restrained and relatively elegant nose features notes of mostly yellow orchard fruit that “Mild reduction knocks down the fruit but does not completely mask the natural spice of enjoy additional breadth in the form of spice, green tea and resin nuances. There is a textured the appellation. The rich and relatively full-bodied mineral-inflected flavors possess excellent and nicely precise feel to the broad-shouldered flavors that possess a lovely sense of underlying intensity as well as outstanding concentration that culminate in a mouth coating, balanced tension on the almond-infused finish that offers good depth and reasonable length.” and impressively lingering finish.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound - Allen Meadows, Burghound Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Great food wine, especially with Asian dishes, foie gras, terrines and cheeses. Food Match: Fish dishes in sauce, such as pike or trout in a beurre blanc or salmon with sorrel sauce.
Stock #: 14-121 Stock #: 14-124 750 mL: €95 750 mL: €74
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MEURSAULT “LES PERRRIÈRES”, JOSEPH DROUHIN 2011 BÂTARD-MONTRACHET, LOUIS JADOT 2008 92 94 Meursault Premier Cru AOC pts Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru AOC pts
“This is linear and well-defined, offering lemon-infused apple and butterscotch flavors that “The 2008 Bâtard-Montrachet is a huge wine that saturates the palate with tons of fruit in meld with the structure. This sleek style stays long and lemony on the finish, with a spicy an exuberant, full-bodied style. Sweet mint, apricots and fragrant honey swirl around on the accent.” - Wine Spectator multi-dimensional, extroverted finish. The wine takes on additional freshness in the glass, suggesting it has many fine years ahead.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Fish dishes in sauce, such as pike or trout in a beurre blanc or salmon with Food Match: Bâtard-Montrachet is the perfect partner for elegant dining: foie gras, sorrel sauce. appetizers, lobsters, scallops. Also lovely with the nuttier of Europe’s cheeses such as Emmental, Gruyère, Jarlsberg and aged Comté. Stock #: 14-125 Stock #: 14-127 750 mL: €82 750 mL: €320
PULIGNY-MONTRACHET “FOLATIÈRES” LOUIS JADOT 2009 BÂTARD-MONTRACHET, LOUIS JADOT 2009 95 95 Chassagne-Montrachet Premier Cru AOC pts Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru AOC pts
“The 2009 Puligny-Montrachet Folatières is vivid and wonderfully alive in the glass. Slate, “Jadot’s 2009 Bâtard-Montrachet is rich, layered, sensual and totally beguiling. This is yet crushed rocks, pears and white flowers meld together in this utterly impeccable wine. The another 2009 Jadot white with stunning vibrancy and freshness. Slate, smoke and crushed 2009 is still vibrant and very young.” rocks are some of the notes that develop in the glass, adding complexity to the highly expressive, - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate nuanced fruit.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: This great wine is destined to honour Haute Cuisine; pair it with wonderful Food Match: Bâtard-Montrachet is the perfect partner for elegant dining: foie gras, shellfish cooked in bouillon, creamed and poached fish, poultry liver pâtés. Also with appetizers, lobsters, scallops. Also lovely with the nuttier of Europe’s cheeses such as the tastes of very strong-smelling cheeses: Munster and mature Comté. Emmental, Gruyère, Jarlsberg and aged Comté. Stock #: 14-126 Stock #: 14-128 750 mL: €85 750 mL: €320
BIENVENUES-BÂTARD-MONTRACHET, FAIVELEY 2011 95 Bienvenues-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru AOC pts
“Rich and creamy, this white is laced with lime blossom, peach, citronella, hazelnut and toasted spice aromas and flavors. Balanced, with bright acidity focusing and driving the long finish. ” - Wine Spectator
Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Crayfish, Lobster, Truffle Soup. Simple, right?
Stock #: 14-129 750 mL: €350
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CORTON-CHARLEMAGNE, LOUIS JADOT 2009 MONTRACHET, LOUIS JADOT 2007 96 96 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru AOC pts Montrachet Grand Cru AOC pts
“Another vibrant, precise wine from this often misunderstood vintage, the 2009 Corton- “Essence of fresh apple and quince laced with brown spices, lily, and narcissus; detonates on Charlemagne boasts stunning precision and class from start to finish. Citrus, pears, white the palate with an energetic interplay of fruit, flowers, spices, and chalk; and finishes with flowers and crushed rocks are some of the many nuances that vibrate on the bright, crystalline an uncanny sense of lift to accompany its creamy richness and sheer extract. Extraordinarily finish.” - Antinio Galloni, The Wine Advocate seductive.” - David Schildknecht, The Wine Advocate
Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Rich, creamy fish including lobster and crab dishes, strong fish dishes Food Match: A fine accompaniment to fish or shellfish in cream or buttery sauces, (tuna, swordfish, mackerel), and white meats such as chicken, pork and guinea fowl. poultry and delicate white meat such as veal.
Stock #: 14-130 Stock #: 14-133 750 mL: €152 750 mL: €500
CORTON-CHARLEMAGNE, JOSEPH DROUHIN 2011 MONTRACHET, LOUIS JADOT 2009 92 93+ Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru AOC pts Montrachet Grand Cru AOC pts
“The 2011 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru comes from the estate’s own vines on the east- “The 2009 Montrachet is a wine of contrasts. It is at once delicate yet powerful, and facing slopes toward the bottom of Les Languettes. It has an elegant bouquet with touches of constantly changing in the glass, in the way only the best wines can. This is a cool, precise beeswax, honeycomb and spice that are crisp and well-defined. The palate is medium-bodied Montrachet endowed with tons of class and personality.” with a smudge of lemongrass on the entry, a crisp line of acidity with fine tension on the - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate finish.” - Neal Martin, The Wine Advocate Chardonnay (100%) Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Rich, creamy fish including lobster and crab dishes, strong fish dishes Food Match: A fine accompaniment to fish or shellfish in cream or buttery sauces, (tuna, swordfish, mackerel), and white meats such as chicken, pork and guinea fowl. poultry and delicate white meat such as veal.
Stock #: 14-131 Stock #: 14-134 750 mL: €195 750 mL: €500
MONTRACHET “MARQUIS DE LAGUICHE”, DROUHIN 2011 94 Montrachet Grand Cru AOC pts
“The 2011 Montrachet Grand Cru (Marquis de Laguiche) has a precocious bouquet with vivacious scents of almond, blood orange, vanilla and lemon sorbet that leap from the glass and gain intensity with each swirl. The palate is very well-balanced with a silver thread of acidity. This superb Montrachet is nicely poised, very controlled and refined toward the finish.” - Neal Martin, The Wine Advocate Chardonnay (100%) Food Match: Serve this spectacular wine with lobster.
Stock #: 14-132 750 mL: €680
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POUILLY FUMÉ “BARON DE L” LADOUCETTE 2009 SANCERRE, CHÂTEAU DE FONTAINE-AUDON 2012 89 Pouilly-Fumé AOC pts Sancerre AOC
“Juicy grapefruit takes on an aura of its candied rind; pineapple near the core bites, but is Château de Fontaine-Audon is one of only four châteaux in Sancerre. Aromas of mingled with a hint of caramel; and there is a subtle sense of creaminess against which the grapefruit, gooseberry, and stony minerality accented by a lifted floral tone. Crisp and stony mineral cast and fruit skin tartness stand out in stark relief. This is impressive in its fresh with excellent replays and a good length. big-boned (albeit alcoholically moderate) manner.” - David Schildknecht, The Wine Advocate Sauvignon Blanc (100%) Sauvignon Blanc (100%) Food Match: On its own, with fish and shellfish or starters including charcuterie... but Food Match: This will be a wonderful sipper, but will really shine when paired with perhaps not with cheese starters. oysters.
Stock #: 14-135 Stock #: 14-138 750 mL: €45 750 mL: €28
POUILLY-FUMÉ, DOMAINE LADOUCETTE 2009 Pouilly-Fumé AOC
Considerable intensity on the nose. It has an exceptional full range of floral, exotic and citrus fruit aromas such as white blossoms, hawthorn, broom and white nettles and grapefruit. These notes are enhanced and strengthened by the mineral note of gunflint (flint stone heated by the sun). The flavor is pleasant and lively, tempered by a fruity roundness with notes of pear, green apples and citrus fruits. Sauvignon Blanc (100%) Food Match: Serve with fine, delicate fish dishes or cheese starters.
Stock #: 14-136 750 mL: €20
POUILLY-FUMÉ, LANGLOIS-CHÂTEAU 2012 Pouilly-Fumé AOC
The wine has lovely lemon curd and floral aromas. It shows nice richness in its straw, lanolin and mineral notes, with a hint of brioche and a pure finish.
Sauvignon Blanc (100%) Food Match: Ideal with all seafood, the wine is delicious with dry cheese and is excellent served as an aperitif.
Stock #: 14-137 750 mL: €18
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AILE D’ARGENT BLANC DE MOUTON-ROTHSCHILD 2009 CHÂTEAU CARBONNIEUX BLANC 2010 91 - 93 94 Bordeaux AOC pts Bordeaux AOC pts “One of the stronger efforts I have tasted from Mouton-Rothschild, this wine, which is “Wow. Best wine ever from here. Superb with intense mineral character and loads of fruit too. coming from the clay and gravelly soils of the Mouton-Rothschild vineyard, exhibits more Full and rich, with an ultra long finish.” - James Suckling fat and opulence than normal. An abundance of marmalade notes intermixed with waxy lemon butter are all present in this honeyed, crisp, refreshing wine, which has loads of personality.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Sauvignon Blanc (70%), Semillon (30%) Sauvignon Blanc (65%), Semillon (35%) Food Match: Seafood and in particular shellfish, polenta with vegetables, butternut Food Match: A wine with great potential for food pairings. Try some of these: lobster, squash and potato salad with green beans, red peppers and artichokes. goat cheese salad, avocado with prawns, sushi.
Stock #: 14-139 Stock #: 14-142 750 mL: €133 750 mL: €45
AILE D’ARGENT BLANC DE MOUTON-ROTHSCHILD 2004 CHÂTEAU CARBONNIEUX BLANC 2008 91 93 Bordeaux AOC pts Bordeaux AOC pts
“There’s apple and lemon on the nose, with just a hint of cream. Full-bodied, with a soft, “This superb 2008 exhibits lots of fig, honeysuckle, orange zest and lemon butter notes.” caressing texture. Shows lots of vanilla, milk and apple tart character on the finish.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate - Wine Spectator
Sauvignon Blanc (70%), Semillon (30%) Sauvignon Blanc (65%), Semillon (35%) Food Match: Seafood and in particular shellfish, polenta with vegetables, butternut Food Match: A wine with great potential for food pairings. Try some of these: lobster, squash and potato salad with green beans, red peppers and artichokes. goat cheese salad, avocado with prawns, sushi.
Stock #: 14-140 Stock #: 14-143 750 mL: €129 750 mL: €49
CAILLOU BLANC DE CHÂTEAU TALBOT 2009 CHÂTEAU DE CHANTEGRIVE “CUVÉE CAROLINE” 2011 89 92 Bordeaux AOC pts Graves AOC pts
“Plump and friendly, with heather verbena and brioche notes up front, backed by hints of “Yellow apple, fresh apricot and lime zest. Some Seville orange and white flowers. Sweet macadmia nut and paraffin on the finish. Enticing.” - Wine Spectator delicate white fruit with a soft acidity and good texture. Pure and finesse-driven. Lovely chalky finish. Drinks nicely already now, so why wait?” - James Suckling
Sauvignon Blanc, with a hint of Semillon Sauvignon Blanc (50%), Semillon (50%) Food Match: Fish carpaccio, poached white fish or salmon, crayfish and lobster. Food Match: Poultry in a cream sauce, white fish with beurre blanc, St-Jacques, sweetbreads, foie gras.
Stock #: 14-141 Stock #: 14-144 750 mL: €35 750 mL: €30
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WHITE WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX WHITE WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX
CHÂTEAU DE FIEUZAL BLANC 2010 CLOS FLORIDENE BLANC 2009 92 90 Pessac-Léognan AOC pts Graves AOC pts
“More oaky than most, but showing plenty of buttery, honeyed, complex melony and citrus “Juicy, with green plum and pear notes that are slightly shy at first, but emerge more on the notes, this wine is medium to full-bodied, tasty, fresh and impressive.” finish, along with enticing straw and blanched almond hints. Solid length.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate - Wine Spectator
Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscadelle Food Match: Baked or roast chicken, including with a cranberry or cream sauce, Food Match: Foie gras, mussels and oysters, as well as sole, turbot and white meats, goat’s cheese, shellfish and even light curries. especially poultry.
Stock #: 14-145 Stock #: 14-148 750 mL: €69 750 mL: €26
CHÂTEAU LARRIVET HAUT-BRION 2009 92 Pessac-Léognan AOC pts
“A stunningly rich nose of melons, honeysuckle, pineapple and orange rind are followed by a fresh, well-proportioned, medium to full-bodied dry white Graves to drink over the next decade or more.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon Food Match: Pair with surf and turf, baked oysters with lightly caramelized scallops and endives, tarragon chicken, or risotto flavored with vanilla, candied apricot, and panfried foie gras. Stock #: 14-146 750 mL: €50
CHÂTEAU LATOUR MARTILLAC 2010 93 Pessac-Léognan AOC pts
“This fresh and fruity wine offers touches of apricot and a depth of richness. It’s beautifully bright and crisp, with lively acidity and a final lemon crispness on the close.” - Wine Enthusiast
Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscadel Food Match: Seafood and fish dishes will work well with the freshness of the wine. The aromatics mean Asian influenced food will balance well and the density and richness lends itself to cheese, creamy chicken dishes or pasta. Stock #: 14-147 750 mL: €48
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WHITE WINES - FRANCE - RHÔNE & SOUTH WHITE WINES - FRANCE - RHÔNE & SOUTH
CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE BLANC, CH. DE BEAUCASTEL 2010 ROUSANNE VIEILLES VIGNES, CH. DE BEAUCASTEL 2010 93 96 Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC pts Châteauneuf-du-Pape AOC pts
“Juicy up front, with lively star fruit, peach and yellow apple fruit, this turns plush and “Very rich, this cuts a broad swath, delivering a remarkably lush yet pure core of papaya, languid, with alluring grilled hazelnut, sweetened butter and warm piecrust notes filling in mango, green melon and green plum fruit all stitched with macadamia nut, brioche and on the finish. Sneakily long, thanks to the nicely integrated acidity.” - Wine Spectator honeysuckle notes that chime through the superlong finish. There’s a great buried stony edge.” - Wine Spectator
Roussanne (80%), Grenache Blanc (15%), Other regional varieties (5%) Rousanne (100%) Food Match: This is one of the world’s most versatile food wines, and will match well Food Match: Fabulous on its own but also pairs very well with most traditional white with many things. Try it with poultry or game birds, or as an aperitif with figs and light wine foods, such as white meat, vegetables and meatier fish. cheese. Stock #: 14-149 Stock #: 14-152 750 mL: €75 750 mL: €112
CONDRIEU “INVITARE” M. CHAPOUTIER 2009 92 Condrieu AOC pts
“Sporting more intensity and minerality is the best Condrieu Chapoutier has ever made, the 2009 Condrieu Invitare. Crushed rock, honeysuckle, white peach and apricot characteristics are present in this full-bodied, rich, striking effort.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Viognier (100%) Food Match: A good match with spicy foods, especially Thai foods such as green curry chicken.
Stock #: 14-150 750 mL: €51
CHATEAU MIRAVAL “LADY JANE” 2009 Côtes de Provence AOC
This is perhaps the finest example of Rolle (aka Vermentino) from the South of France. Dry, very Burgundian and absolutely delicious. A beautiful yellow colour with golden hues. The first nose is marked by notes of exotic fruits like pineapple. The mouth is ample with a nice aftertaste. It is an explosion of aromas of candied fruit. The finish is long and warm. Rolle (100%) Food Match: Serve chilled with fish courses, pastries, or foie gras.
Stock #: 14-151 750 mL: €40
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WHITE WINES - NEW ZEALAND
SAUVIGNON BLANC, MOUNT NELSON 2012 / 2013 Marlborough
This wine explodes from the glass with exquisitely ripe gooseberries. Expansive and boldly-flavored, this medium-bodied, silky-textured effort is resplendent in layers of pink grapefruit, gooseberries, and spices. It has terrific mouth-feel and a long fruit- filled finish.
Sauvignon Blanc (100%) Food Match: It goes perfectly with sushi, as well as the more classic pairings of seafood, shellfish and crisp salads.
Stock #: 14-153 750 mL: €16
RAM’S HILL, CAMPO DI SASSO 2012 Marlborough
Straw and brilliant colour. Intense and complex nose with citrus fruits complemented by complex ferment aromas and subtle oak. Full-flavoured yet fine with a balanced acidity, a creamy and textured palate and a long clean finish. This is one of the best Sauvignon wines being made in New Zealand today.
Sauvignon Blanc (100%) Food Match: Matched with baked fish dishes such as salmon, the weight and fruit of the wine stand up to the richness of the food. Also makes an excellent and different accompaniment to mild Camembert or Cheddar. Stock #: 14-154 750 mL: €35
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RED WINES - MONTENEGRO RED WINES - MONTENEGRO
CABERNET SAUVIGNON “ARHONTO” KRGOVIĆ 2011 MERLOT, SAVINA Rogami, Montenegro Herceg Novi, Montenegro
Dark ruby-purple with a garnet edge; light, ripe fruit, some berries with hints of This 80% Merlot (with other varietals) delivers a lovely purity. The aromas of cherry, tobacco, chocolate, pepper and black tar aromas. Very pleasant, simple and fruity with spice, leather and red rose are chiseled and crisp. The wine is soft and velvety in the medium body and surprisingly mild tannins for a 2011. This wine has good balance and mouth with a long parade of berry fruit flavours on the finish. This wine is quite a medium-long finish. a departure from the typical bold and forward style wine-making in the interior of Montenegro ... could this portend the future? Cabernet Sauvignon (100%) Merlot (80%), Grenache (10%), Cabernet Franc (10%) Food Match: This can be well-paired with lamb, especially roast lamb, lamb chops or Food Match: Serve this with sophisticated meat dishes. cooked in the traditional local way: slowly in a cast iron pot.
Stock #: 14-155 Stock #: 14-158 750 mL: €22 at Crush Wine Station 750 mL: €32 at Crush Wine Station
KRATOŠIJA “ZENTA” VUČINIĆ 2010 VRANAC “STUP” RAJKOVIĆ 2011 Rogami, Montenegro Ubli, Montenegro
This wine is characterized by an intense ruby-red color and aroma of red berry fruits A luscious dark red colour, the wine has a lovely rustic quality with aromas of the and an extremely pleasant taste. It has a light and harmonious structure and smooth woodlands and forest fruits that surround the vineyard. The addition of Kratošija to finish. Kratosija is a grape varietal unique to Montenegro and Macedonia. the otherwise dominant Vranac gives it a slightly fruitier and softer edge as well as ripe cherry flavours to underpin the spice elements of Vranac. This is still, however, a full Kratošija (100%) and big wine. Vranac (80%), Kratošija (20%) Food Match: Try this wine with roast meat, grilled food and various strong-flavored or Food Match: A good match for local cuisine, which often means slow-roasted meats, smoked cheeses. particularly veal and lamb. This also matches well with hard cheeses.
Stock #: 14-156 Stock #: 14-159 750 mL: €14 at Crush Wine Station 750 mL: €18 at Crush Wine Station
VRANAC “ARHONTO CRVENO” KRGOVIĆ 2011 VRANAC BARRIQUE “ZENTA” VUČINIĆ 2008 Rogami, Montenegro Rogami, Montenegro
Made from hand-selected grapes from the vineyard’s best parvels. Spicier than the This may be the biggest of all Montenegrin wines, and is certainly one of the most highly regular Vranac with elements of chocolate, fig and cherry. One of the better expressions regarded. Lots of wood is evident in this wine, which was aged in small oak barriques, of the local Vranac grape. but they give it some good structure. Notes of ripe raspberries and cherries are also evident in this ultimately very satisfying and fascinating wine.
Vranac (100%) Vranac (100%) Food Match: Vranac goes exceptionally well with wild game but is also a good match for Food Match: This wine should be paired with grilled meats, roast octopus, bean and roast red meats. Interestingly, you could also pair this will grilled octopus. sausage stews (like a cassoulet) and hard cheeses.
Stock #: 14-157 Stock #: 14-160 750 mL: €25 at Crush Wine Station 750 mL: €40 at Crush Wine Station
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RED WINES - REGIONAL RED WINES - REGIONAL
BAROVO RED, TIKVEŠ 2010 MENEGHETTI RED 2009 89 Barovo, Macedonia pts Istria, Croatia
“A blend of two indigenous grapes, Kratosija and Vranec, aged 12 months in French oak. This 2009 was an excellent year in Istria and yielded a wine full of character, with strong wine offers up notes of underbrush, unsmoked cigar tobacco, black cherries and raspberries. and beautiful colors, noble and complex notes, where aromas of red berries and dark Medium to full-bodied with texture and richness.” chocolate meet spice. The most important characteristic which sets Meneghetti great red - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate wines apart is definitely their elegance.
Kratošija (65%), Vranec (35%) Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Food Match: Lamb, wild boar, beef in a wild berries sauce, smoked ribs. Food Match: It pairs well with red meat of all kinds, game and lamb dishes.
Stock #: 14-161 Stock #: 14-164 750 mL: €16 750 mL: €40
BELA VODA RED, TIKVEŠ 2011 MERLOT, MOVIA 2006 94 Bela Voda, Macedonia pts Brda, Slovenia
“From Macedonia - two outstanding wines... the Tikves Barovo made from Vranec and This dry, fruit-forward interpretation of Merlot puts its earthy, woodsy foot forward in a Kratošija: seriously rich, complex and possibly age-worthy. And a wine I gave an amazing lively body. It’s a wine that may make you reconsider everything you thought you knew 94 - the Tikves Bela Voda, made from Plavec and Vranec. I tasted them with their consulting about Merlot. The vines are over 60 years old and the wine has been matured for five oenologist Philippe Cambie... truly worth tasting.” - Robert Parker (score for 2010 vintage) years in Slovenian oak barrels prior to bottling.
Vranec, Plavec Merlot (100%) Food Match: Try this with venison, wild boar or pheasant, ideally with a fruit-based Food Match: Pairs very well with good cheese. It’s definitely a main course dinner wine sauce such as blueberries or wild berries. but also suitable for big lunches. Our suggestion: open a half hour to an hour before consuming so that it may fully come to life. Stock #: 14-162 Stock #: 14-165 750 mL: €18 750 mL: €25
MAXIMIANUS, IMPERATOR 2012 PLAVAC MALI “SVETI ROKO” SAINT’S HILLS 2010 Fruška Gora, Serbia Komarna, Croatia
The wine has an intense ruby red color. Dominant aromas of dark fruit, plum, cherry Grown on steep slopes at the base of the Pelješac peninsula, in an area famed for wine- and delicate spice show good balance and freshness. The taste is full and elegant with growing since the Middle Ages. This thick, complex wine is full of rich aromas of ripe juicy tannins. It’s clean flavors, full body, juicy finish and well-integrated Serbian oak tree fruit and berries, plum, fig and blackberry. Spicy notes of licorice, thyme and show not only the potential for the area but the whole region as well. oregano are intermixed with woody aromas of bourbon vanilla and tanned leather.
Merlot (25%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%), Cabernet Franc (25%), Malbec (25%) Plavac Mali (100%) Food Match: Try this with local meats such as slow roasted lamb or pork, as well as with Food Match: The perfect partner for grilled red meats and sauces, aged sheep’s cheese prosciutto (especially mangulica). and soft-ripened cow’s cheese.
Stock #: 14-163 Stock #: 14-166 750 mL: €18 750 mL: €30
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RED WINES - REGIONAL RED WINES - ITALY - ALTO ADIGE & FRIULI
PLAVAC MALI “PLAUSUS” DUBROVAČKI PODRUMI 2008 PINOT NOIR “PATRICIA” GIRLAN 2011 Istria, Croatia Alto Adige DOC
A lovely red colour, this wine offers notes of sweet cherry jam and vanilla. On the From sunny slopes above the Merano valley. The clay and lime soil here is ideal for palate, concentrated rich cherry and mulberry flavours with good acidity, nicely Pinot Noir, giving it a velvety softness and an elegant structure. Well-meshed, with resolved tannins and a hint of oak. Well-made, stylish wine with very good fruit pure fruit flavors of cherry and wild strawberry accented by notes of graphite-laced quality. The historic Plausus vineyards are located on sheer positions above the town mineral, licorice snap and ground spice. Fresh. of Cavtat. The wine is a Decanter World Wine Awards silver medal winner. Plavac Mali (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Pairs well with grilled dishes and rich meat dishes with sauces. Suggested Food Match: Thanks to its full-bodied, velvety structure, this wine is an excellent choice serving temperature between 14 and 16 Centigrade. for drinking with meat dishes, but still works beautfully with traditionally lighter fare including meaty fish, poultry and pork. Stock #: 14-167 Stock #: 14-170 750 mL: €34 750 mL: €20
REVOLUTION, TRAPAN 2010 BLAU & BLAU, JERMANN 2010 Istria, Croatia Colli Orientali dei Friuli DOC
A Bordeaux red blend with an indigenous touch. An intense ruby red colour with purple Intense ruby in color, the bouquet is well balanced, with underbrush and herbaceous tendency. A mild and pleasant bouquet of wild berries (cherry), coffee, plenty of spices notes; on the palate, it is elegant, medium-bodied, well balanced, with well integrated (black pepper). The tannins are soft, mature and well balanced. A full mouthfeel, spices, wood and firm tannins. a long and soft finish.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merot, Syrah, Teran Franconia, aka Blaufraenkisch (90%), Pinot Nero, aka Blauburgunder (10%) Food Match: Roast or grilled octopus, rice with red radicchio and gorgonzola, barbecue, Food Match: Meat, especially roasts, structured dishes; smoked pork loin with sweet pasta with sausages, duck, boneless pork loin roast, mature cheeses apple, grated horseradish and vegetable compote.
Stock #: 14-168 Stock #: 14-171 750 mL: €20 750 mL: €22
TRIJUMF NOIR, ALEKSANDROVIĆ 2010 CABERNET FRANC, PERUSINI 2009 Topola, Serbia Colli Orientali dei Friuli DOC
An intense colour of ripe black cherry with purple reflections and nuances of onion A complex aroma of eucalyptus with spicy black pepper. Full bodied, with an elegant leaves on the edge. The flavours are deep and multilayered, comprising notes of red black fruit quality. The acid and tannins are well structured and give the wine a peppery fruits, spice, vanilla and coconut. Taste is rounded, full and soft, with a vibrant refreshing but rounded taste. This is a wine of great structure and substance. wave of fruit acids and a long-lasting finish.
Pinot Noir (100%) Cabernet Franc (100%) Food Match: Quite versatile: smoked meat and red meats (especially with forest Food Match: Excellent with grilled and moderately spicy dishes including beef, lamb, mushrooms), steak tartar, beef and lamb, venison, roasted turkey and duck, grilled veal and poultry such as grilled turkey. The wine pairs well with food made with rich poultry, chicken liver with bacon, and semi-soft cheese. sauces. Stock #: 14-169 Stock #: 14-172 750 mL: €22 750 mL: €16
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RED WINES - ITALY - ALTO ADIGE & FRIULI RED WINES - ITALY - VENETO
MERLOT “ETICHETTA NERA” PERUSINI 2009 PALAZZO DELLA TORRE, ALLEGRINI 2008 90 Colli Orientali dei Friuli DOC Veronese IGT pts
A bright aroma of wild forest berries. Full-bodied on the palate with a fruity character “This sleek, polished red offers juicy blackberry and black fruit flavors, backed by refined that combines the sweetness and acidity of wild berries. It has good intensity and tannins and well-integrated acidity. Hard to stop sipping. Corvina Veronese, Rondinella balance. A terrific wine. and Sangiovese.” Top 100: 2011, Rank 60 - Wine Spectator
Merlot (100%) Corvina Veronese (70%), Rondinella (25%), Sangiovese (5%) Food Match: Merlot is a fairly versatile food wine, but for this one we suggest beef and Food Match: It pairs well with a wide range of Italian cuisine, such as pasta and risottos other medium-heavy dishes. It also pairs wonderfully with rich, red pasta sauces, pork, made with full-flavoured, spicy sauces and white and red meats, roasted or grilled. turkey, veal and chicken dish with heavy sauces. Also a good compliment to chocolate. Stock #: 14-173 Stock #: 14-175 750 mL: €18 750 mL: €26
COLLIO RISERVA DEGLI ORZONI, RUSSIZ SUPERIORE 2006 AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA, PRÀ 2007 90 93 Collio DOC pts Amarone della Valpolicella DOC pts
“Sweet dark red fruit, grilled herbs, mocha and spices are some of the notes that flow from “This packs a lot into an elegant package, featuring layers of juicy black currant, prune, lots of this classy, mid-weight red. The Riserva degli Orzoni possesses terrific balance to match its spice-anise, black pepper and clove-and the sweet stemminess of burning vine clippings joined understated, classy personality. Layers of fruit build with notable intensity on the long, by hints of espresso and kirsch. These flavors fall effortlessly in a silky sheath over the supple persistent finish.” -Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate tannins, which show on the firmer finish.” - Wine Spectator
Cabernet Sauvignon (75%), Merlot (15%), Cabernet Franc (10%) Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Oseleta Food Match: An elegant and rich wine, but also a perfect match to grilled foods, pasta, Food Match: Perfect with wild game, mature cheese or simply a wine to contemplate cheese and light meat dishes. and take your time over.
Stock #: 14-174 Stock #: 14-176 750 mL: €30 750 mL: €62
AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA, PRÀ 2008 95 Amarone della Valpolicella DOC pts
“The 2008 captures the essence of this gorgeous Amarone vintage. Sage, rosemary, black cherries, plums, menthol and tobacco all meld together as the 2008 opens up. Sweet, perfumed and beautifully silky, the 2008 impresses for its impeccable balance. The tannins and underlying structure are there, but they are nearly buried by the wine’s pure concentration. This is a fabulous showing by Pra.” - Antionio Galloni, Vinous Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Oseleta Food Match: Perfect with wild game, mature cheese or simply a wine to contemplate and take your time over.
Stock #: 14-177 750 mL: €62
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RED WINES - ITALY - VENETO RED WINES - ITALY - PIEDMONT
VALPOLICELLA SUPERIORE “MORANDINA” PRÀ 2010 90 Valpolicella Superiore DOC pts BARBARESCO, GAJA Barbaresco DOCG “Very smoky and minerally, with flavors of black cherry, macerated plum, black licorice and iron wrapped around a core of ground spice. Balanced, offering lightly chewy tannins on the Gaja is one of the most iconic names in Italian wines, and this finish.” - Wine Spectator Barbaresco is the centerpiece of the family’s portfolio. It is a testament to Gaja’s historic commitment to the appellation and the Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella belief that Barbaresco stands proudly with the great growing regions of the world. Barbaresco may not be able to achieve the power of Food Match: Delicious with roast pork or beef, mature cheese, salami, polenta and Barolo, but it can achieve peaks of elegance that are unique to its game. appellation.
Stock #: 14-178 Nebbiolo (100%) 750 mL: €18 Food Match: Excellent with beef, especially when braised in red wine. Roast pork, rabbit, venison, game birds and aged hard cheeses are also very good accompaniments.
VINTAGE 2010
“Smack from the start, shows full-on Gajissimo personality with irresistible opulence and intensity, magically contrasted against remarkable smoothness and finesse. The wine delivers seductively rich concentration and 94 pts integrated oak that is offset by a delicate portfolio of chiseled mineral, dried berry fruit, Spanish cedar, crushed herb, anisette and blue flower.” - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-179 750 mL: €195
VINTAGE 2008
“Emerges from the glass with sweet red cherries, spices, flowers and licorice. This is an attractive Barbaresco 93 with excellent depth and a firm, tannic spine that is very nicely integrated with the fruit. This is a classic, pts linear Barbaresco endowed with terrific energy and focus.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-180 750 mL: €215
VINTAGE 2007
“Soft and seamless on the palate, it shows wonderful integrity in its fruit in an opulent, yet mid-weight style. Fragrant, perfumed aromatics are woven throughout, while an attractive spiciness develops in the glass. There 94 pts is incredible depth to the fruit and simply phenomenal overall balance.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-181 750 mL: €235
VINTAGE 2004
“There’s an excellent balance of fruit and tannins, with vanilla, flowers and berries throughout, along with tar. 95 Full and racy, with a long finish. It’s all here.” -Wine Spectator pts
Stock #: 14-182 750 mL: €289
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RED WINES - ITALY - PIEDMONT RED WINES - ITALY - PIEDMONT
BARBARESCO “BRIC TUROT”, PRUNOTTO 2000 BARBARESCO, PRUNOTTO 92 Barbaresco DOCG Barbaresco DOCG pts “Complex aromas of blackberry, clove, plum and black licorice. Full-bodied, with big, velvety The Barbaresco vineyards are located in the townships of Barbaresco tannins and a long, rich finish.” - Wine Spectator and Treiso. The soils are from the Tortonian and Messinian period known as “Sant’Agata fossil marls”, rich in elements such as manganese, zinc, and boron. The soils are composed of fine- grained particles which tend to form laminated strata which easily Nebbiolo (100%) erode (silty marls) and which result in excellent, fascinating wines. Food Match: Due to its structure and characteristics, it is a perfect match for meat dishes An historic vineyard, Prunotto was founded in 1904 with its first and cheeses. Ideal serving temperature 17°C. vintage produced in 1905.
Nebbiolo (100%) Stock #: 14-187 750 mL: €60 Food Match: Its structured and full-bodied character make it an excellent match for meat dishes and for cheese. BARBARESCO “COSTA RUSSI” 1997 96 Barbaresco DOCG pts VINTAGE 2008 “The opaque ruby/purple-colored 1997 Costa Russi displays a striking bouquet of blackberry “Very pretty in the way it wafts from the glass with sweet dried cherries, licorice, tobacco and sweet spices. It is and cherry fruit intermixed with espresso and wood scents. Full-bodied, gorgeously pure and 93 symmetrical. A genius for sure, Angelo Gaja can not be faulted for what he puts in the bottle. a feminine, graceful wine loaded with class and personality. The Barbaresco Classico impresses for its classiness pts This work of art is worth every cent it will fetch.” and terrific overall balance. ” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-183 750 mL: €48 Nebbiolo (100%) Food Match: Pungent flavours and depth in the wine demand similar on the plate - VINTAGE 2007 perhaps boar, venison, hare or a well seasoned beef dish.
“A beautiful, radiant wine graced with exquisite inner perfume and beautifully delineated dark red fruit. The 92 Stock #: 14-188 wine gains mid-palate sweetness, finishing with gorgeous intensity. This is a terrific, harmonious Barbaresco” pts - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate 750 mL: €450 Stock #: 14-184 750 mL: €50
BARBERA D’ALBA, G.D. VAJRA 2011 90 VINTAGE 2004 Barbera d’Alba DOC pts
“The 2011 Barbera d’Alba is a beautiful wine for the money. Black cherries, plums, smoke “A very pretty, layered wine. Vibrant and fresh on the palate, it offers sweet dark fruit, menthol and spices with 91 outstanding length and terrific harmony.” pts and cloves flesh out in a supple, juicy Barbera to drink now and over the next handful of - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate years. A creamy, voluptuous finish rounds things out in style.” Stock #: 14-185 750 mL: €52 - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media
Barbera (100%) VINTAGE 2003 Food Match: Meat pasta, duck or lamb but could also work with a heavy fish (like tuna or halibut) in a tomato sauce. “Fresh and clean, with strawberry, berry and floral aromas. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a fruity finish. 90 Balanced, clean and fruity for the vintage.” - Wine Spectator pts Stock #: 14-189 Stock #: 14-186 750 mL: €54 750 mL: €20
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RED WINES - ITALY - PIEDMONT RED WINES - ITALY - PIEDMONT
BARBERA D’ASTI “BRICCO DELL’ UCCELLONE” BRAIDA ‘09 93 BAROLO, PRUNOTTO Barbera d’Asti DOCG pts Barolo DOCG “The 2009 Barbera d’Asti Bricco dell’Uccellone is totally polished and refined from start to Prunotto’s connection to Barolo is historic, when the family finish. Floral notes meld into clean, mineral-infused fruit as this restrained, beautiful Barbera opens up in the glass. The saline, vibrant finish is pure silk. It’s been a long time since I have began to acquire prime vineyards in the townships of Monforte, been this excited about new releases from Braida.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Castiglione Falletto and Serralunga. The soils in this area are from the Tortonian-Messinian period - the so-called “Sant’ Agata fossil Nebbiolo (100%) marls” - and are particularly rich in calcerous clays and elements such as magnesium and manganese. These elements impart a Food Match: Pairs best with heavy meat dishes, roasts, seasoned meat dishes and aged cheeses. delightful, more mineral taste to the wine. Prunotto is a highly respected producer in Piedmont and its barolos often represent excellent value for the price. Stock #: 14-190 750 mL: €70 Nebbiolo (100%)
Food Match: Its structure and body make it an ideal match for game BARBERA D’ASTI “MONTEBRUNA” BRAIDA 2010 90 dishes and for cheese. Barbera d’Asti DOCG pts
“A rich, vibrant red, offering tangy black cherry and blackberry flavors. Balanced and long, VINTAGE 2005 with a lightly smoky finish.” - Wine Spectator “A terrific, over-achieving wine in this vintage, with plenty of persistence in its dark cherries, prunes and spices, 92 all of which meld together in a harmonious, beautifully balanced Barolo of the highest level.” pts - The Wine Advocate Nebbiolo (100%) Stock #: 14-1792 750 mL: €52 Food Match: Matches perfectly with pasta-based first courses, red or white meat main courses, cheese and salami. VINTAGE 2004
Stock #: 14-191 “Wonderful perfumes of red fruit and ripe strawberry, with hints of violet. Full-bodied with ultrafine tannins 91 750 mL: €20 and a long, caressing finish. A refined style. Very well done.” pts - Wine Spectator Stock #: 14-193 750 mL: €52
VINTAGE 2003
“Has bright berry aromas, with crunched dark fruit and mineral. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins 90 and a long, fresh finish. Very pretty.” pts - Wine Spectator Stock #: 14-194 750 mL: €54
VINTAGE 1998
“A full-bodied, fleshy effort revealing tell-tale notes of licorice, rose petals, melted ashphalt, and dried red and 90 black fruits. It is sweet and opulently-textured with surprising harmony. Both the tannin and acidity are pts well-integrated in this fleshy, up-front offering.” Wine- Spectator Stock #: 14-195 750 mL: €60
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BAROLO “BAUDANA” LUIGI BAUDANA 2008 BAROLO “ALBE”, G.D. VAJRA 94 Barolo DOCG Barolo DOCG pts “Blossoms in the glass with rich, expansive layers of fruit that totally saturate the palate. A Barolo traditionalist, Aldo Vajra adheres to old-style winemaking Textured and inviting, the Baudana is a wine that conquers all the intellectual and hedonistic methods, though blends these with new techniques, such as temper- senses. I loved it. This is an especially round, sweet style for Serralunga. I am not sure how it ature controlled fermentation, to produce superbly elegant wines. will age, but it is singing today.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate The grapes for Albe are grown in three different vineyards: Fossati which faces south-east and was planted between 1969 - 2004; Coste Nebbiolo (100%) di Vergne which faces south-west, planted in 1995 and the 180º Food Match: Red meats, as with most Baroli, but this one goes particularly well with east-west vineyard of La Volta, planted between 1998 - 2000. anything in rosemary, and also with mac and cheese! Nabbiolo (100%) Stock #: 14-199 Food Match: Roast lamb, lamb chops, veal or osso bucco, as well 750 mL: €56 as game meat and strong cheese. Barolo is best when matched with foods with similar weight so avoid light fare such as fish. BAROLO “BRICCO DELLE VIOLE” G.D. VAJRA 2008 96 Barolo DOCG pts
VINTAGE 2009 “Vajra’s 2008 Barolo Bricco delle Viole is drop-dead gorgeous. Rose petals, flowers, spices and mint are some of the many, many nuances that unfold as this gracious Barolo opens up “Wraps around the palate with gorgeous depth and richness. Deeply spiced notes lead to plum, black cherry, in the glass. The 2008 is at once light on its feet yet rich, deep and resonant, expressing the licorice, menthol, tar and licorice in a resonant, beautifully expressive Barolo loaded with near-term appeal. 92 myriad contradictions that are at the heart of what makes Barolo one of the world’s truly icon The 2009 is rich and incredibly inviting from the very first taste.” pts wines.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media Nebbiolo (100%) Stock #: 14-196 750 mL: €40 Food Match: Barolo of this quality pairs wonderfully with steak, venison, game, truffles and strong cheese.
Stock #: 14-200 VINTAGE 2008 750 mL: €60 “The 2008 is flat-out delicious. There is plenty of vintage character in this vibrant, beautifully articulated Barolo. Sweet dark cherries, incense, licorice and tobacco are all wrapped around a pliant finish. The 2008 is 93+ BAROLO “BRICCO DELLE VIOLE” G.D. VAJRA 2007 accessible even today, and is a great – and I mean great – introductory Barolo for the year.” pts 95+ - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Barolo DOCG pts Stock #: 14-197 750 mL: €48 “A terrific showing. It is a beautiful wine graced with tons of delineation and sheer intensity. The aromas and flavors build effortlessly to a hugely impressive, dazzling finish. The 2007 shows the volume and depth of the vintage, but with the expressive bouquet and overall harmony that define the finest wines of the year.”- Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate VINTAGE 2007 Nebbiolo (100%) “A huge over-achiever in this vintage. Dark cherries, spices, menthol and flowers caress the palate in this deep, Food Match: Barolo of this quality pairs wonderfully with steak, venison, game, truffles plush Barolo. With a little air some of the wine’s firmness melts away. The Albe is made in an approachable 91 and strong cheese. style meant for near-term drinking. I don’t think that will be much of an issue here.” pts - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-201 Stock #: 14-198 750 mL: €42 750 mL: €62
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BAROLO “BUSSIA”, PRUNOTTO BAROLO “DAGROMIS” GAJA 2008 Barolo DOCG Barolo DOCG Gaja’s Barolo “Dagromis” is a Barolo di Barolo, with the grapes coming from vineyards The Bussia vineyard is one of the most renowned of the Barolo zone, in La Morra and Serralunga. It offers a full and rich aroma with berries and floral extending across 7.35 hectares and is laid out like an amphitheatre, notes as well as licorice, dried herbs and spices. The palate reveals a solid structure and with a southeast/southwest exposure. A small cru, Bussia Vigna a rich softness as well as a lingering finish. Colonnello, has been owned by Prunotto for decades and is located in the interior of the vineyard. A Barolo of grand character originates Nebbiolo (100%) here. This wine expresses all of the peculiarities of this territory, Food Match: Perfect for roast beef, steak, risotto with mushrooms, short ribs offering intense and persistent aromas. Barolo Bussia, along with Barbaresco Bric Turot, has long been the flagship wine of the estate.
Nabbiolo (100%) Stock #: 14-205 750 mL: €60 Food Match: With its structured and full-bodied character, it is an excellent match with meat and game dishes and with cheese. BAROLO “DAGROMIS” GAJA 2007 Barolo DOCG
VINTAGE 2006 From Barolo’s stellar villages of La Morra & Serralunga, this is a perfect combination of the Gaja winemaking philosophy and the purity of Barolo. La Morra contributes “The 2006 Barolo Bussia shows superb richness and depth in a powerful, seductive style that captures the a hedonistic and exotic perfume along with grace, elegance and feminity. Serralunga’s essence of Bussia, one of Piedmont’s top sites. The rich, textured dark fruit flows through effortlessly to the 94 fruit is somewhat different, but entirely complementary. Effortless weight, density and round, sensual finish.” pts structure can all be traced back to the fruit from Serralunga. - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Nebbiolo (100%) Stock #: 14-202 750 mL: €90 Food Match: Perfect for roast beef, steak, risotto with mushrooms, short ribs
Stock #: 14-206 VINTAGE 2005 750 mL: €70 “A gorgeous, ripe wine layered with scents of menthol, spices and minerals that complement a generous core of fruit. The French oak is beautifully integrated and the wine possesses exceptional overall balance, with a round, 93+ BAROLO “SERRALUNGA D’ALBA” LUIGI BAUDANA 2007 harmonious finish.” pts 91 - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Barolo DOCG pts Stock #: 14-203 750 mL: €90 “The 2007 Barolo is incredibly beautiful. It shows gorgeous delineation in its aromas and flavors in a style that is very appealing. There is plenty of fruit in the glass but no signs whatsoever of heaviness. Finessed tannins frame an impeccable finish laced with subtle hints of French oak and spices. The Barolo is sweet, round and totally beguiling. It is a dazzling effort at this level.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate VINTAGE 1999 Nebbiolo (100%) “Dark ruby. Prunotto’s 1999 Barolo Bussia is a brooding, backward effort with a smoky, earthy nose and Food Match: Pair this with red meats, especially lamb chops, game and hard cheeses. a core of sweet dark fruit on a big, structured frame that expresses the powerful personality of the vintage. 92 Mentholated, balsamic and tarry notes gradually appear as this pretty Barolo sits in the glass.” pts - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-207 Stock #: 14-204 750 mL: €100 750 mL: €52
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON “DARMAGI”, GAJA 2004 SITO MORESCO, GAJA 2011 90 Langhe DOC pts Langhe DOC
“Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon aromas and flavors take a back seat to a plump, jammy The wine combines the complexity of Nebbiolo with the refinement and accessibility of expression of fruit in the 2004 Darmagi. Made in a very Piedmontese style, it seems to have Cabernet and Merlot. Pure nose with aromas of red berries. Very elegant and balanced. more in common with Barbera than Cabernet, an impression which is reinforced the more it The finish is fresh with fine tannins. sits in the glass. This perfumed wine is bursting with pure, clean, well-delineated fruit. It is a lovely effort.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Cabernet Sauvignon (95%), Merlot (3%), Cabernet Franc (2%) Nebbiolo (35%), Merlot (35%), Cabernet Sauvignon (30%) Food Match: A wonderful foil for lamb and (Italian) veal, and also balsamic flavours, Food Match: Mature cheeses, rare meats and prosciutto. rich wine sauces with fruit influences.
Stock #: 14-208 Stock #: 14-211 750 mL: €320 750 mL: €45
CABERNET SAUVIGNON “DARMAGI” GAJA 1999 94 Langhe DOC pts
“Here is a rock-solid Cabernet embellished by a delicate aromatic embroidery that gives its Piedmont origins away. Dark ruby in color, the nose is perfectly seamless with ripe fruit nuances at the core and generous notes of ashphalt, resin and blackberry. The tannins and structure are solid and the wine’s enduring persistence can be counted in long, delicious minutes.” - The Wine Enthusiast Cabernet Sauvignon (95%), Merlot (3%), Cabernet Franc (2%) Food Match: Roast lamb, grilled steak and other meat dishes.
Stock #: 14-209 750 mL: €295
CONTEISA, GAJA 2008 95 Langhe DOC pts
“Impeccably ripe and silky on the palate, with expressive La Morra red fruits, flowers, mint and spices that emerge from the glass. This is another soft, seamless wine from Gaja, with gorgeous purity in the fruit that carries through all the way to the deeply satisfying, creamy finish. The tannins remain impeccably refined and beautifully balanced with the fruit.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Nebbiolo (92%), Barbera (8%) Food Match: Roast lamb, grilled steak and other meat dishes.
Stock #: 14-210 750 mL: €230
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SPERSS, GAJA Langhe DOC
Sperss is a term affectionately used to denote nostalgia for things lost. When Gaja decided, in 1961, to stop acquiring fruit and bottle only estate-grown grapes, it was a difficult move... on the one hand, it would heighten quality, but for the first time in the winery’s history, it would not be able to produce a Barolo. Nearly three decades later, Gaja purchased a 30-acre vineyard in Serralunga d’Alba and rechristened it Sperss. In 1996, the wine was de-classified from Barolo DOCG so that Gaja could add a small amount of Barbera grapes for a touch of brightness and freshness.
Nebbiolo (94%), Barbera (6%) / 1995 is 100% Nebbiolo
Food Match: Roast lamb, grilled steak and other meat dishes.
VINTAGE 2007 “Beyond impeccable in the way it combines a powerful expression of Serralunga fruit in a round, enveloping 97 style. The fruit is decidedly darker while an array of licorice, smoke and iron add further gravitas. Even as the pts tannins build on the close, the finish is utterly sublime.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-212 750 mL: €295
VINTAGE 2004 “Powerful and structured. Delicate aromas of sandalwood, blackberry, licorice and cherry follow through to a 99 full body, with very chewy tannins and loads of pretty fruit and hints of vanilla. Sneaks up on you to deliver a pts red for aging. Massive. An amazing wine.” - Wine Spectator Stock #: 14-213 750 mL: €375
VINTAGE 2000 “Incredible amount of fruit and character in this wine, with mint, mineral, blackberry and plum aromas 95 turning to tobacco and tar. Full-bodied, with an iron-cast core of fruit and velvety tannins and a long, long pts finish.” - Wine Spectator Stock #: 14-214 750 mL: €325
VINTAGE 1999 “Dark ruby. The 1999 Sperrs displays much Serralunga character in its licorice, asphalt, herb, and sweet 95 dark fruit flavors, with notable persistence on the palate and a potent personality. A rising of menthol pts beautifully frames the big, tannic finish.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-215 750 mL: €316
VINTAGE 1995 (Barolo DOCG) 94 “Power and charm combine in this exotic, black-colored, beautifully perfumed, balanced Barolo. Sure, it’s a pts barrique-boosted Nebbiolo, but look at the exquisite result: sweet tannins, full body, exciting violet, blackberry, mint, smoke and tar notes, and a rock-solid but harmonious finish.” - Wine Spectator Stock #: 14-216 750 mL: €390
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CHIANTI CLASSICO, FONTERUTOLI 2009 92 CHIANTI CLASSICO RISERVA “M. ANTINORI” Chianti Classico DOCG pts Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG “A polished, international style, with toast and spice notes adding smoothness and depth to One of the world’s best-known and most celebrated Chianti the black cherry and raspberry fruit. Rich and harmonious, with an impression of spice and mineral on the long aftertaste.” Top 100: 2011, Rank 49, - Wine Spectator Classico Riserva’s, this rounded, full-bodied wine is the result of careful selection of the best Sangiovese and Cabernet grapes grown on Antinori’s Chianti Classico estates. The wine is placed in new Sangiovese (90%), Malvasia Nera, Colorino and Merlot (10%) barriques where it completes malolactic fermentation by the end of the year and is aged in barriques for about 14 months. This is Food Match: Aged cold cuts, dark sauce pastas, BBQ, boiled meats with spicy sauces, fried vegetables followed by 12 months maturing in the bottles. Sangiovese (90%), Cabernet Sauvignon (10%) Stock #: 14-217 750 mL: €21 Food Match: Medium-rare T-bone steak, although the wine is a brilliant match with most meat dishes. CHIANTI CLASSICO “PEPPOLI” ANTINORI 2010 / 2011 88 Chianti Classico DOCG pts VINTAGE 2009 “Lively and elegant, showing herb, black cherry and spice flavors backed by dusty tannins. There’s moderate length on the finish.” - Wine Spectator “Remarkably polished and silky. Dark red cherries, flowers, sweet spices and mint all flow from a wine that 91 impresses for its textural softness. The addition of 10% Cabernet Sauvignon adds an element of darkness and pts juiciness to the Sangiovese in a Chianti Classico that is at times reminiscent of Tignanello.” - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media Sangiovese (90%) Merlot & Syrah (10%) Stock #: 14-220 750 mL: €28 Food Match: An extremely easy wine to pair with food, especially tomato and meat- VINTAGE 2008 based dishes such as beef and lamb. ““My notes read ‘reminds me of Tignanello.’ A big, broad shouldered wine with dark red cherries, tobacco, Stock #: 14-218 licorice and herbs in a medium to full-bodied style supported by vibrant tannins and mouth watering acidity. 91 pts The Riserva Marchese Antinori shows terrific length and balance through to the dark, authoritative finish.” 750 mL: €15 - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-221 750 mL: €30 NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO “LA BRACCESCA” 2008 91 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG pts VINTAGE 2007
“The 2008 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, from Antinori’s La Braccesca estate, possesses “A fleshy, radiant wine graced with expressive dark red fruit. This is a fairly plush style for this bottling, no 91 excellent mid-palate fleshiness in its dark fruit, smoke, licorice and tobacco. Deceptively doubt owing to the personality of the vintage. Tobacco, sweet herbs, licorice and dark red cherries leave a very pts medium in body, the Vino Nobile impresses for its depth and fine overall balance. Sweet hints positive, lasting impression.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate of mint and flowers linger on the finish.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-222 750 mL: €32
Prugnolo Gentile (80%), Canaiolo Nero (15%), Merlot (5%) Food Match: Grilled beef ribs, duck, eggplant pasta with Parmigiano Reggiano, grilled VINTAGE 2005 lamb. “Sweet, supple and perfumed, with attractive layers of dark fruit that emerge from its medium-bodied frame. 91 The wine possesses terrific intensity in a graceful, weightless style that is sure to find many admirers.” pts Stock #: 14-219 - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate 750 mL: €25 Stock #: 14-223 750 mL: €36
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SOLAIA, ANTINORI Toscana IGT
Invariably listed as one of the top Italian icons, Solaia affirms the massive potential of Italian winemaking. Superrich and polished, but never over the top, this gorgeous super Tuscan shows deep lay- ers of chocolate, black cherry, rum cake and spice. The secret lies in its balance: Everything is in place, from intensity and complex- ity to persistence. Solaia is produced in very small quantities from the best grapes from the Tignanello vineyard. It is only produced in superior vintages.
Cabernet Sauvignon (75%), Sangiovese (25%), Cabernet France (5%)
Food Match: A perfect match for juicy lamb dishes, especially if served with either mint or rosemary.
VINTAGE 2010 VINTAGE 2001
“It is the wine’s energy and sheer vibrancy that stand out most. Blackberry jam, graphite, tar, espresso, violets, “The 2001 Solaia is a classic example of central Tuscan Cabernet at its best, ruby-purple in color, warm and crushed rocks and spices all take shape in the glass. It is still early, but there is little question the 2010 is one of 98 explosive in its expression of black currant fruit, tobacco, tar, and graphite, superbly concentrated and dense on 96 the greatest - if not the single greatest - Solaia ever made.” pts the palate but balanced and shapely at the same time and with a noble austerity and grip on the finish which pts - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media resembles the best of Bordeaux.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-224 750 mL: €275 Stock #: 14-227 750 mL: €322
VINTAGE 2009 VINTAGE 1997
“Freshly cut flowers, raspberries, spices, mint and licorice burst from the glass as this fabulous, viscerally “Dark ruby red color. Currant, Christmas cake, mint and spices. Full-bodied, with ultrafine tannins and a thrilling wine shows off its pure class. There is no shortage of pedigree here.” 96+ long, long finish. This is balanced and refined. It’s layered and beautiful.” 97 - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate pts - Wine Spectator pts
Stock #: 14-225 750 mL: €300 Stock #: 14-228 750 mL: €490
VINTAGE 2006 VINTAGE 1990
“Displays loads of mint, eucalyptus, currant and meat on the nose. Full-bodied, with masses of fruit, yet “This is all in harmony. Aromas of mint, berry and currants. Full-bodied, with very fine tannins and a long reserved and structured. This will give incredible pleasure in years to come.” 97 claretlike finish. The Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend really comes out now. Will age well for many years to 95 - Wine Spectator pts come.” - Wine Spectator pts
Stock #: 14-226 750 mL: €315 Stock #: 14-229 750 mL: €445
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TIGNANELLO, ANTINORI Toscana IGT
The original Super Tuscan, first produced in 1970, Tignanello is made exclusively from the vineyard of the same name, a parcel of some 57 hectares with limestone-rich soils and a southwestern exposure at 350-400 meters above sea level at the Tignanello estate.
One of Italy’s most famous and highly regarded wines, it ranks alongside great Bordeaux in terms of both style and quality. Hugely in demand, this is a sensational wine. VINTAGE 2006
Sangiovese (80%), Cabernet Sauvignon (15%), Cabernet Franc (5%) “Thanks to its excellent quality and universal appeal, you can count on Tignanello to make an excellent 94 impression with any elegant meal. The wine delivers an interesting power play that pits cherry fruit against pts Food Match: Lamb or veal chops, heavy pasta dishes, such as with vibrant spice. It is tight and firm in the mouth with a slightly sweet or soft note on the close.” mushroom sauce, and of course beef (for example, a fillet steak). - The Wine Enthusiast Stock #: 14-234 750 mL: €154
VINTAGE 2010 VINTAGE 2005
“Stunning. Firm yet sweet, silky tannins form the backbone for this gorgeous, vivid wine. Dark red cherries, 96 “The wine possesses perfumed, well-articulated aromatics that meld into a soft, generous core of ripe red fruits. 92 plums, cloves, mint and sage inform a Tignanello that impresses for its delineation, nuance and power. Clean, pts Smoke, mineral, tobacco and spice overtones develop in the glass with air. The signature Tignanello elegance is pts saline notes support the mineral-drenched finish.” - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media there.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-230 750 mL: €75 Stock #: 14-235 750 mL: €160
VINTAGE 2009 VINTAGE 2004
“Tignanello is as modern and innovative as its first vintage many decades ago. Soft blackberry and cherry is 95 “Offers aromas of blackberry, with hints of raisin and lots of spices. Full and velvety, with wonderful 95 backed by balanced spice, leather and toasted espresso. Those rich oak tones do a wonderful job of holding up pts concentration and a long, rich finish. Very stylish and exciting.” - Wine Spectator pts the wine’s natural richness and velvety smoothness.” - Wine Enthusiast Stock #: 14-231 750 mL: €79 Stock #: 14-236 750 mL: €200
VINTAGE 2008 VINTAGE 2001
“A wine that impresses for its sublime elegance and precision. Understated layers of fruit caress the palate like 94 “A blackish ruby, its perfectly focused plum and cassis fruit, given an additional complexity by notes of sweet 93 cashmere in this impeccable, soft wine. There is not a hard edge to be found. Black cherries, tobacco, smoke pts herbs and saddle leather, is fully and completely shaped in flavors of impeccable volume, roundness, and depth, pts and licorice are some of the notes that come through on the finish.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate caressing and powerful and with an additional power on the close.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-232 750 mL: €95 Stock #: 14-237 750 mL: €220
VINTAGE 2007 VINTAGE 1997
“Wonderfully ripe and seductive in its dark cherries, flowers, spices, tobacco, sage, cedar, mint and minerals. 95 “Dark ruby-garnet, with aromas of meat, berry and freshly picked roses. Full-bodied, with very soft tannins 94 This is as opulent a Tignanello as I have ever tasted but there is just enough acidity and structure from the pts and beautiful currant and blackberry character. Long, silky and caressing.” - Wine Spectator pts Sangiovese to keep things from going over the top.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-233 750 mL: €139 Stock #: 14-238 750 mL: €255
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BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO “PIAN DELLE VIGNE” Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
A beautiful wine, it also has one of the sexiest labels. The Pian delle Vigne estate, located six kilometers to the south of the town of Montalcino above the Orcia river valley, takes its name from a typical railroad station of the 19th century situated within the estate’s confines and still in use.
Unlike some Brunello, Pian delle Vigne isn’t overly tannic and can be enjoyed relatively young.
Sangiovese (100%)
Food Match: Ideal with rich red meat dishes but also with beef car- praccio and baked aubergine dishes such as Parmigiana Melanzane.
VINTAGE 2009 VINTAGE 2005
“This structured wine opens with aromas of black fruit, underbrush, mint and spice with an earthy touch of 92 “A gorgeous, classy offering laced with fragrant, mineral-infused red fruit, flowers and spices. This delicate, 92 saddle leather. The juicy palate delivers a core of black cherry accented with notes of thyme, sage, espresso and pts medium-bodied Brunello reveals outstanding length and a clean, refreshing finish. With time in the glass, the pts mocha supported by a tannic backbone.” - Wine Enthusiast wine’s inner perfume emerges, adding even greater complexity.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-239 750 mL: €59 (from July 2014) Stock #: 14-243 750 mL: €80
VINTAGE 2008 VINTAGE 2004
“2008 delivers an honest and nicely concentrated expression that seems to benefit beautifully from the slightly 92 “Has dried cherry and berry aromas, with hints of flowers, following through to a full body, with silky tannins 91 warmer temperatures in its lower altitude vineyards. Dark chocolate, cherry fruit and barbecue spice appear pts and a delicate finish. A little reserved, but there’s lots of fresh fruit and racy acidity.” - Wine Spectator pts on the finish.” - Wine Enthusiast Stock #: 14-240 750 mL: €59 Stock #: 14-244 750 mL: €82
VINTAGE 2007 VINTAGE 2003
“Flows across the palate with sweet red cherries, flowers, spices, leather and tobacco, all of which come together 91 “A sleek, racy wine loaded with sweet dark fruit intermingled with delicate notes of tobacco and sweet toasted 91 in a rich, sensual style. The aromas and flavors are just a touch forward, suggesting the 2007 is likely to be a pts oak that flow from its soft-textured frame. The wine shows notable balance in this vintage, with well-integrated pts relatively early-maturing wine.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate tannins and plenty of harmony.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-241 750 mL: €69 Stock #: 14-245 750 mL: €84
VINTAGE 2006 VINTAGE 2001
“Flowers and citrus fruit galore on the nose. Opens to white truffles and plums. Full bodied, with chewy 95 “Blockbuster Brunello that is welcoming and inviting no matter how you cut it. The aromatic portfolio is 94 tannins and dried fruits. Goes from rustic to class.” - James Suckling pts luscious and intense with sweet bread, cinnamon, chewy cherry, raspberry roll-up, dried oregano, cassis and pts blueberry. Concentrated and creamy.” - Wine Enthusiast Stock #: 14-242 750 mL: €80 Stock #: 14-246 750 mL: €92
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BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO, PIEVE S. RESTITUTA 2007 95 BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO “RENNINA”, PIEVE Brunello di Montalcino DOCG pts SANTA RESTITUTA “Full-bodied and intensely flavoured on the palate, this manages to masterfully combine Brunello di Montalcino DOCG an unusual intensity of flavour and richness of texture, with a sense of silky elegance and Piedmontese winemaking legend Angelo Gaja bought a controlling a seamless integration of all its component parts. Layers of cherry and coffee flavours are interest in the winery at Pieve Santa Restituta in 1994 and, since combined with nuances of herbs, balsamic and liquorice and the entirety is underpinned by already supple tannins.” - Independent Wine Review then, his family has poured all of their accumulated knowledge and Sangiovese (100%) passion into producing some of the finest wines in Montalcino too. Like the Sugarille opposite, Rennina is a single vineyard wine only Food Match: Prosciutto, grilled beef and lamb, mushroom risotto, lasagna and vegetable produced in the best years. dishes that include tomato and / or aubergine. Sangiovese (100%) Stock #: 14-247 750 mL: €60 Food Match: This wine goes well with red meat, game and poultry, as well as dishes that include truffles. Have some Pecorino cheese? It goes brilliantly with that too. BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO “SUGARILLE” P. S. REST. 2004 95 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG pts
“Black cherries, plums, tar, licorice, minerals and leather all come together in this brooding VINTAGE 2007 Brunello. The fruit remains intense and full-bodied all the way through to the powerful and deeply satisfying close. Despite the wine’s heft, all of the components are woven together with “Rennina opens with bold oak and cherry tones (that need more time to integrate), followed by plump, remarkable harmony.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate 95 rich blackberry flavors, chocolate, leather and dark spice. It’s a wine characterized by impressive density and pts opulence.” - Wine Enthusiast Sangiovese (100%) Food Match: Pair this wine with grilled meat and game, as well as stronger, aged Stock #: 14-249 750 mL: €120 cheese.
Stock #: 14-248 750 mL: €140 VINTAGE 2006
“Super-impressive. The wine literally dazzles the palate with layers of vibrant red berries, flowers and subtle French oak. In 2006, the Rennina shows gorgeous depth and purity, all in the wine’s signature style of finesse 94 pts and restraint. A long, beautifully-articulated finish adds the last layers of elegance. This is a fabulous effort from Angelo Gaja and his team.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-250 750 mL: €135
VINTAGE 2004
“This drop-dead gorgeous Brunello (from Angelo Gaja’s estate in Montalcino) boasts the beauty and charm of 95 a vineyard that is blossoming with quality and intensity of fruit. You’ll get traditional notes of black licorice pts and cherry liqueur backed by elegant notes of spice and earth.” - Wine Enthusiast
Stock #: 14-251 750 mL: €135
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BISERNO, TENUTA DI BISERNO 2008 96 GUADO AL TASSO Toscana IGT pts Bolgheri Superiore DOC “The 2008 Biserno is drop-dead gorgeous. A blend of mostly Cabernet Franc, with dollops of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot, the 2008 Biserno is rich, seamless and The insider’s Super Tuscan, Guado al Tasso is probably the best, opulent, yet also beautifully balanced at the same time. A warm, open bouquet redolent least-well-known wine being produced in Bolgheri today. The es- of mocha, espresso, wild herbs and smoke leads to plush fruit as this harmonious, totally tate, which also produces white wine (Vermentino) and a rosato, is symmetrical wine opens up.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate located near Bolgheri on the Tuscan coast, in the center of the so- Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a small quantity of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot called “Bolgheri amphitheater”: rolling hillsides which surround a Food Match: Good with red and white meats, pork, poultry and aged cheeses. splendid plain that slopes gently towards the sea and create a micro- climate with unique characteristics.
Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (25%), Cabernet Franc (12%), Stock #: 14-252 Petit Verdot (3%) 750 mL: €139 Food Match: Try this alongside a pasta with meat sauce or a vegetable risotto. CAMARCANDA, CA’MARCANDA 2008 94 Toscana IGT pts
“All the components are integrated in this young, fleshy red. Vanilla and toast notes from VINTAGE 2010 the oak frame cherry and black currant fruit. Harmonious and sophisticated, with a fresh, vibrant finish.” - Wine Spectator “A seamless and stunning wine. It’s one of those rare wines that inspires praise and excited conversation from 97 the very second you raise the glass to your nose. Baritone aromas of black cherry, black currant, cured meat, pts sweet spice, Spanish cedar, mocha and wild Mediterranean herbs come together in graceful unity.” Merlot (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Cabernet Franc (10%) - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate Food Match: Unless being consumed on its own, the wine should be paired with fine Stock #: 14-255 750 mL: €75 Italian cuisine, especially veal chops, chicken Milanese, pasta with braised rabbit or wild boar, which is popular in Tuscany. Stock #: 14-253 VINTAGE 2009 750 mL: €90 “This is a landmark wine from a landmark vintage. The blend results in a generous, striking and unforgettable wine. The bouquet is elegant and toned, with aromas of dark fruit, tobacco and chocolate. The mouthfeel is 98 CAMARCANDA, CA’MARCANDA 2007 pts 94 tight and firm, and it boasts persistence and impressive balance.” - Wine Enthusiast Toscana IGT pts
“A rich, deep wine loaded with dark red fruit, espresso, mocha, licorice and tar. This is a Stock #: 14-256 750 mL: €86 decidedly more full-bodied effort, with superb depth, textural richness and body.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
VINTAGE 2008 Merlot (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Cabernet Franc (10%) Food Match: Unless being consumed on its own, the wine should be paired with fine “Here’s a “wow” wine on every level, with incredible intensity and supple softness that builds momentum over 98 Italian cuisine, especially veal chops, chicken Milanese, pasta with braised rabbit or wild many long minutes. A sweet cherry note at the core is surrounded by lush layers of tobacco, dark chocolate pts boar, which is popular in Tuscany. and spice.” - Wine Enthusiast Stock #: 14-254 Stock #: 14-257 750 mL: €95 750 mL: €95
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GUIDALBERTO, TENUTA SAN GUIDO 2011 LE SERRE NUOVE, TENUTA DELL’ ORNELLAIA 2010 93 93 Toscana IGT pts Bolgheri DOC Rosso pts
“Mocha, espresso, plums and cloves form a highly expressive mosaic of aromas and flavors “This Tuscan blend opens with inky dark concentration and soft aromas of ripe cherry and in the 2011 Guidalberto. Wonderfully open and seductive, the 2011 captures the essence of chocolate fudge. You can taste the plump, ripe and opulent flavors that will carry this age- Bolgheri in a style that is resonant and super sensual. Silky tannins make the 2011 impossible worthy wine far into the future. The tannins are smooth and soft.” to resist today.” - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media - Wine Enthusiast
Cabernet Sauvignon (45%), Merlot (45%), Sangiovese (10%) Merlot (45%), Cabernet Sauvignon (41%), Petit Verdot (9%), Cabernet Franc (5%) Food Match: Red meats, hearty chicken, meaty pasta. Food Match: Red meats, hearty chicken dishes and meaty pastas.
Stock #: 14-258 Stock #: 14-261 750 mL: €50 750 mL: €56
GUIDALBERTO, TENUTA SAN GUIDO 2010 LODOVICO, TENUTA DI BISERNO 2008 90 96 Toscana IGT pts Toscana IGT pts
“Cherry, black currant, violet and iron notes mingle in this medium-bodied, intense red, “From the coastal Tuscan estate of Lodovico Antinori (brother of Piero), here comes a gorgeous which tends toward a lean, sinewy profile, yet remains long and persistent.” - Wine Spectator blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc, Merlot and a small percentage of Petit Verdot. Soft chocolate and black cherry opens the nose and segues to enormous richness and length. The wine is excellent.” - Wine Enthusiast
Cabernet Sauvignon (45%), Merlot (45%), Sangiovese (10%) Cabernet Franc, with some Merlot and Petit Verdot Food Match: Red meats, hearty chicken, meaty pasta. Food Match: Cabernet Franc, the dominant grape here, has a spicy, peppery profile so this wine pairs well with barbequed meats, wild game, blue cheese and walnuts. It’s also truy spectacular on its own. Stock #: 14-259 Stock #: 14-262 750 mL: €50 750 mL: €200
IL PINO DI BISERNO, TENUTA DI BISERNO 2010 LODOVICO, TENUTA DI BISERNO 2007 94 95 Toscana IGT pts Toscana IGT pts
“Impresses for its layered personality and pure length. Delineated, nuanced and highly “Amazing aromas of meat, mushroom, ripe fruit and treacle tart lead to a full body, with very expressive, the 2010 is all about refinement. Clean veins of minerality provide the underlying polished tannins that coat every inch of the palate, where chocolate, grilled meat, currant and framework as this aromatic, beguiling red continues to open up in the glass. Mocha, menthol, prune notes play out. A fascinating wine. Superb. From the creator of Ornellaia, Lodovico tobacco and sweet herbs wrap around the creamy finish.” Antinori.” - Wine Spectator - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Cabernet Franc (35%), Cabernet Sauvignon (35%), Merlot (20%), Petit Verdot (10%) Cabernet Franc, with some Merlot and Petit Verdot Food Match: Ideal with roast meats, especially beef. Food Match: Cabernet Franc, the dominant grape here, has a spicy, peppery profile so this wine pairs well with barbequed meats, wild game, blue cheese and walnuts. It’s also truy spectacular on its own. Stock #: 14-260 Stock #: 14-263 750 mL: €50 750 mL: €200
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ORNELLAIA PROMIS, CA’MARCANDA Bolgheri Superiore DOC Toscana IGT
Ornellaia is one of the greatest Super Tuscan wines and the the Promis, from Gaja’s Ca’Marcanda winery in Bolgheri, is a blend of main wine of Tenuta dell’Ornellaia, one of the most famous wine Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese. It offers the suppleness of the first estates in Bolgheri. Ornellaia was founded by Marchese Lodovico two international grape varietals complemented by the acidity and Antinori. Lodovico sought to distinguish himself by producing a structure of Tuscany’s emblematic grape. Sunny, juicy red and black Bordeaux-style masterpiece, as also cultivated by some of his Italian fruit mingle with oregano and mint in this balanced, fresh, fun and contemporaries, including his cousin Nicolo Incisa – the owner of delicious wine, created by Gaja to express “commitment, expecta- neighbouring Sassicaia. Today Ornellaia is known as one of the tion, fulfillment, and hope.” Aged in a combination of new and world’s finest (and most expensive) wines. used oak, Promis is quite balanced and approachable in its youth. Cabernet Sauvignon (55%), Merlot (27%), Cabernet Franc (14%), Petit Verdot (4%) Merlot (55%), Cabernet Sauvignon (15%), Cabernet Franc (5%) Food Match: A wonderful match for beef, duck and lamb dishes served Food Match: Great with lamb or other rich meats, it’s also a good wine pink and otherwise relatively simply, although the oak in the wine is a to serve by the glass when a red is required. good match for peppercorn flavours.
VINTAGE 2010 “A truly outstanding wine that leaves a lasting memory for those who are lucky enough to enjoy it. What stands VINTAGE 2011 97+ out is the absolutely seamless integration of its many moving parts. The wine magically transitions from cherry, pts spice, chocolate and espresso in one melodic and continuous loop.” - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate “Darkly concentrated with thick tones of black tar, espresso, candied cherry, clove, rum cake and bitter 93 Stock #: 14-264 750 mL: €230 chocolate. Although it feels broad and large in the mouth, the wine also shows enormous elegance and focus. pts That inner opulence is channeled into tight, sharp pulses that impact the palate with grace and poise.” VINTAGE 2009 - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-269 750 mL: €38 “The 2009 Ornellaia caresses the palate with layers of seamless, radiant fruit. Sweet red berries, mocha, 97 flowers, new leather and spices are some of the many notes that are layered in this sumptuous, totally beautiful pts wine.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-265 750 mL: €240 VINTAGE 20100 VINTAGE 2007 “The 2007 Ornellaia is a masterpiece. The intensity and purity are outstanding and the wine delivers beautiful “Promis is quite pretty in this vintage. This is a very different Promis from previous years as the style is built 99 more on freshness and minerality than overt fruit. Black cherries, flowers, mint and spices come to life in this 89 notes of chocolate, black cherry, leather, cedar and spice. It’s a big, modern expression that closes long with pts pts luscious softness and opulent fruit.” - Wine Enthusiast vibrant, mid-weight Promis that is all about grace. With time in the glass, the wine opens up beautifully.” Stock #: 14-266 750 mL: €270 - Wine Enthusiast Stock #: 14-270 750 mL: €35 VINTAGE 2006 “A massive, towering masterpiece. There is awesome depth and richness to be found in the glass. Flowers, 97 minerals, tar smoke and dark fruit are all woven in an intricate fabric of almost indescribable elegance and pts power.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate VINTAGE 2009 Stock #: 14-267 750 mL: €290 The wine caresses the palate with layers of bright red fruit, sweet spices and tobacco. It is an open, VINTAGE 1998 harmonious and accessible wine to enjoy young while the fruit retains its juiciness. “A cool and sleek Tuscan red, with tarragon and fresh sage aromas, blackberry and cherry undertones. Full- 96 pts Stock #: 14-271 750 mL: €35 bodied, with a wonderfully silky palate of fine tannins and a long, fruity finish. Very sophisticated and reserved.” Top 100, 2001: Rank: 1 - Wine Spectator Stock #: 14-268 750 mL: €315
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SASSICAIA, TENUTA SAN GUIDO Bolgheri Sassicaia DOCG
Sassicaia, one of the most famous wines in all of Italy, and perhaps the world, is a wine unto itself – literally. One can say that as the wine has its own DOCG – Bolgheri Sassicaia – a status that no other wine in Italy enjoys.
Produced by Tenuta San Guido at its estate in Bolgheri amidst the famous “avenue of cypresses,” Sassicaia is a wine that has been a true trailblazer.
Cabernet Sauvignon (85%), Cabernet France (15%)
Food Match: Simply prepared meat dishes would work best, espe- cially if served on the rare side. Try with a tagliata - sizzling strips of steak with olive oil and capers.
VINTAGE 2011 VINTAGE 2000
“A rich, dense ruby colour. The nose unravels with white pepper, rosemary, plum; prune and then blackberries, “Shows its class. Loaded with fruit. Rich yet balanced, with lots of jammy and plummy character. Full-bodied, cassis and raspberries. It already displays a meatiness with hints of leather and a sweet tobacco. The nose is very 96 with round tannins and a silky finish. Exotic. Sass made excellent wine again.” - Wine Spectator 93 precise yet the harmony is overwhelming. The palate has phenomenal integration, with fine tannins, a fresh pts pts acidity that provides structure, while the succulent fruit adds to the mouth feel. The finish is simply beautiful Stock #: 14-275 750 mL: €295 and goes on and on.” - IG Wines Stock #: 14-272 750 mL: €135 (from July)
VINTAGE 2010 VINTAGE 1999
“This supremely elegant and age-worthy Sassicaia opens with an intense bouquet of black cherry, Mediterranean “Complex aromas of minerals, berries, tobacco and shells. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a herbs, blue flower, cedar and leather aromas. Powerful but graceful, the palate delivers a vibrant core of black 97 succulent, refined aftertaste.” - Wine Spectator 92 cherry accented with white pepper, mineral and balsamic notes alongside youthful but polished tannins and pts pts vibrant acidity.” - Wine Enthusiast Stock #: 14-276 750 mL: €322 Stock #: 14-273 750 mL: €190
VINTAGE 2009 VINTAGE 1990
“Sassicaia has been showing amazing results in recent years, and the 2009 vintage opens with all the intensity “The 1990 Sassicaia appears to be the finest wine made at this estate since the nearly perfect 1985. It boasts and beauty you should expect of Italy’s flagship Super Tuscan. Notes of blackberry, soft spice, chocolate, espresso 96 a saturated purple, almost bluish color, and a sensational and youthful aromatic profile of sweet, nearly over- 94 and a touch of rosemary oil make for a beautiful bouquet. The mouthfeel is long, supple and rich.” pts ripe blackcurrants, cedar, tobacco, and toasty new oak. Full-bodied, with staggering concentration and extract pts - Wine Enthusiast levels.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-274 750 mL: €220 Stock #: 14-277 750 mL: €575
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CUMARO, UMANI-RONCHI 2008 AGLIANICO “BOCCA DI LUPO” TORMARESCA 2007 92 91 Conero Riserva DOCG pts Castel del Monte DOC pts
“Black cherries, tar, violets, smoke and incense burst from the glass in the 2008 Conero “The 2007 Bocca di Lupo shows a more refined, domesticated expression of Aglianico. Superb Riserva Cumaro. The 2008 is gorgeous and vibrant from the very first taste. Layers of dark textural finesse and elegance. Sweet, silky tannins frame layers of dark red fruit in this fleshy, fruit flow through to an effortless, gracious finish supported by firm yet polished tannins and supple wine. Varietal notes appear on the close in this beautifully balanced, sleek Aglianico.” just the right amount of French oak.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
Montepulciano (100%) Aglianico (100%) Food Match: Montepulciano has often been described as the perfect food wine. It goes Food Match: A perfect pairing for red meat, especially heartier fare. best with lamb but also enjoy with pasta in savory sauces, cured meats and hard cheese. It is a perfect compliment to rich meats because its acidity is a great balance to fat. Stock #: 14-278 Stock #: 14-280 750 mL: €35 750 mL: €34
MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO “JORIO” 2010 DORILLI, PLANETA 2010 88 90 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC pts Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico DOCG pts
“Dark cherries, flowers, rosemary, smoke and tar are some of the notes that emerge from the “Crisp, clean and elegant, it offers a streamlined mouthfeel, with tones of raspberry and 2010 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Jorio. This decidedly rustic, juicy Montepulciano has plenty blueberry, backed by zesty acidity.” - Wine Enthusiast of character, but it is best appreciated at the dinner table with similarly hearty fare.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
Montepulciano (100%) Nero d’Avola (70%), Frappato (30%) Food Match: Pasta with meat sauces, roast white and red meat, chicken and rabbit chas- Food Match: Wonderful with lamb (especially slow-cooked lamb shoulder), rabbit, seur, mixed grills. tuna steak and a range of sausages.
Stock #: 14-279 Stock #: 14-281 750 mL: €18 750 mL: €25
NERO D’AVOLA “PLUMBAGO” PLANETA 2011 Sicilia IGT
An intense red with purple highlights, the nose offers an abundance of red fruits like plum aromas, ripe blackberry and scents of cocoa, almost like a Sacher cake. On the palate the tannins are soft and round.
Nero d’Avola (100%) Food Match: Ideal for roast lamb and wild hare, also great with grilled meats. It works well with lasagna, braised veal, roast mackeral (or similar fatty fish), pork belly and grilled tuna steak. Stock #: 14-282 750 mL: €23
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NERO D’AVOLA “SANTA CECILIA” PLANETA 2009 94 Noto DOC pts
“A decadent wine with hints of jam but then goes firm and racy. So refined. Full with firm tannins and a fresh finish. A beauty. Best Nero d’Avola in years from Sicily.” - James Suckling
Nero d’Avola (100%) Food Match: Wonderful match with meat and sweet and sour fish. We recommend it in conjunction with ethnic food. Otherwise, pasta with meat sauce, grilled oily fish and roast loin of pork. Stock #: 14-283 750 mL: €38
PRIMITIVO “TORCICODA” 2011 Salento IGT
A Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso, this was also the first wine from Puglia ever to be listed in Wine Spectator’s rankings of the Top 100 Wines in the World. The wine shows plenty of varietal character in its deep, plush fruit. Smoke, licorice, leather, sweet spices and tobacco add complexity to the juicy finish.
Primitivo (100%) Food Match: Pair with roasted meat, seasoned cheese and spicy soups. Ideal serving temperature is 18 - 20 Centigrade.
Stock #: 14-284 750 mL: €22
SYRAH “MAROCCOLI” PLANETA 2008 90 Sicilia IGT pts
“I find much to like in the 2008 Syrah. A gorgeous wine, the 2008 is loaded with varietal nuance. Dark cherries, plums, menthol, tobacco and spices flesh out in this radiant, highly expressive wine. The 2008 ultimately impresses for its textural balance and finesse.” - Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
Syrah (100%) Food Match: Veal tenderloin. Bucatini all’amatriciana (pasta with pork, tomato and chilli) or pasta with pork and pecorino (sheep’s cheese). All types of risotto. Fillet of beef with sesame, pork chops with herbs. Stewed meat with potatoes. Stock #: 14-285 750 mL: €32
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BOURGOGNE ROUGE “LAFORET” JOSEPH DROUHIN 2009 GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN, JOSEPH DROUHIN 2008 86 89 Bourgogne AOC pts Gevrey-Chambertin AOC pts
“A ripe, pretty and attractively complex nose features red berry fruit and cassis aromas that “A pretty and expressive nose of Gevrey earth, raspberry, cassis and hint of the sauvage merges are in keeping with the rich, round and delicious flavors that possess unusually good volume into textured, round and supple medium weight flavors that are delicious, mouth coating and at this level.” long as well as possessing a beguiling mouth feel. This is very Gevrey in character yet with a - Allen Meadows, Burghound certain refinement. Recommended.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound
Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Salmon, poultry, pork, appetizers and creamy cheeses. Food Match: It matches very well with grilled and roast meats and can accompany game, strongly flavoured meats and most cheeses (but not blue ones).
Stock #: 14-286 Stock #: 14-289 750 mL: €21 750 mL: €63
CHASSAGNE-MONTRACHET ROUGE, JADOT 2007 NUITS ST GEORGES, JOSEPH DROUHIN 2007 Chassagne-Montrachet AOC Nuits Saints Georges AOC
This wine has some dusty, sweet tannins that go well with the red berry and plum Deep red colour. The aromas are powerful and elegant, with notes of cherry and flavours. With the freshening acidity, this is a densely textured wine that drinks well. blackberry, as well as hints of cedar wood evolving towards gamey touches. On the palate: beautiful balance between structure and softness. The long aftertaste is reminiscent of fruit syrups and mild spices.
Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Matches very well with grilled and roast meats as well as game and most Food Match: Perfect with grilled meat or game with or without sauce. Particularly good cheeses (but not blue cheese). with grilled pork cutlets.
Stock #: 14-287 Stock #: 14-290 750 mL: €32 750 mL: €62
CÔTE DE NUITS VILLAGES “LE VAUCRAIN”, JADOT 2007 POMMARD, J-M BOILLOT 2009 87 88 Côte de Nuits Villages AOC pts Pommard AOC pts
“A moderately complex and expressive nose of very earthy red berry fruit is followed by round “A cool, pure and impressively refined nose of high-toned red berry fruit marries into energetic and generous flavors that are not without enough detail to remain interesting and avoid and finely detailed middle weight flavors that possess ample vibrancy and persistence.” blurriness on the balanced if slightly rustic finish that is nicely persistent.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound - Allen Meadows, Burghound
Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Seared and roasted meats, wild mushrooms, truffle-flavoured dishes. Also Food Match: Sautéed potato, lamb or pork but also a good match with red meat dishes. a good foil for pungent hard cheeses.
Stock #: 14-288 Stock #: 14-291 750 mL: €28 750 mL: €50
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BEAUNE “CLOS DE L’ECU” FAIVELEY 2010 BEAUNE DU CHATEAU, BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS 2007 93 90 Beaune Premier Cru AOC pts Beaune Premier Cru AOC pts
“An expression of pure cherry highlights this delicate, silky red. Vibrant and intense, with “Plenty of spice leads off, with cherry and mineral to boot. There are some light tannins that well-integrated tannins and a lingering finish of sweet fruit, spice and mineral.” need to be absorbed, yet this is balanced overall and long.” - Wine Spectator - Wine Spectator
Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Excellent with light meats, roast chicken, and mild cheeses. Food Match: Try alongside a duck dish with a rich sauce, one that could feature slightly sweet elements such as peppers, ginger or fruit.
Stock #: 14-292 Stock #: 14-295 750 mL: €56 750 mL: €35
BEAUNE “CLOS DES URSULES” LOUIS JADOT 2009 GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN “LAVAUX ST. JACQUES” JADOT 2003 89- 92 92 Beaune Premier Cru AOC pts Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru AOC pts “A relatively deeply pitched nose of ripe plum, warm earth, anise and violet hints merges “This is ripe but a good deal more elegant and pure aromatically with game, underbrush into vibrant, pure, intense and softly mineral-infused medium-bodied flavors that display a and subtle spice notes that highlight supple, fresh and refined mouth coating flavors that are distinct austerity on the tight, linear and mouth coating finish.” delicious and set off beautifully by a firm limestone-infused finish. This is quite linear by the - Allen Meadows, Burghound standards of the vintage with good overall precision and lovely balance.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Serve this wine with delicate meat dishes or cheeses. Food Match: This powerful and perfumed wine requires elaborate and strong tasting food: leg of mutton, boeuf bourguignon, stew and strong cheeses (exept blue cheese).
Stock #: 14-293 Stock #: 14-296 750 mL: €60 750 mL: €85
BEAUNE DU CHATEAU, BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS 2008 89- NUITS-ST-GEORGES “CLOS ST. MARC” BOUCHARD 2002 91 90 Beaune Premier Cru AOC pts Nuits-Saints-Georges Premier Cru AOC pts “A gentle hint of wood sets off attractive aromas of red berry fruit, earth and rose petal that “The fresh red fruit-scented 2002 Nuits-St.-Georges Clos St.-Marc is light to medium-bodied, merge into supple and agreeable middle weight flavors that for all of the accessibility of the lively, and detailed. It displays copious quantities of red cherries in its nuanced, well-ripened mid-palate also carry more than a little austerity over to the balanced and lingering finish.” character.” - Pierre Rovani, The Wine Advocate - Allen Meadows, Burghound
Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Try alongside a duck dish with a rich sauce, one that could feature slightly Food Match: A natural wine to pair with red meats and game. sweet elements such as peppers, ginger or fruit.
Stock #: 14-294 Stock #: 14-297 750 mL: €35 750 mL: €79
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NUITS-ST-GEORGES “LES PORETS ST. GEORGES” 2010 95 CORTON “CLOS DES CORTON FAIVELEY”, FAIVELEY 2008 94 Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru AOC pts Corton Grand Cru AOC pts
“Though still compact and firm, this red is pure, offering cherry, berry and mineral flavors on “Very focused and juicy, with pretty raspberry, currant, violet and stone aromas and flavors a well-toned frame. Balanced in an athletic way, with a lingering aftertaste of fruit and spice. that meld nicely with the firm structure and sleek profile. Elegant overall, with beautifully Both intense and elegant, this shows terrific length.” - Wine Spectator defined fruit and nice length.” - Wine Spectator
Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: An incredibly versatile companion to food, try it with beef stew, pork Food Match: An incredibly versatile companion to food, try it with beef stew, pork chops, veal with fruit sauce, poultry, roast turkey or duck, grilled salmon or tuna and chops, veal with fruit sauce, poultry, roast turkey or duck, grilled salmon or tuna and and vegetable such as roasted asparagus, beets and mushrooms. vegetables such as roasted asparagus, beets and mushrooms. Stock #: 14-298 Stock #: 14-301 750 mL: €79 750 mL: €88
POMMARD “LES RUGIENS” FAIVELEY 2008 90- CORTON “CLOS DES CORTON FAIVELEY”, FAIVELEY 2001 91- 92 94 Pommard Premier Cru AOC pts Corton Grand Cru AOC pts “Here the cool and ripe red currant and blue berry fruit aromas marry perfectly with the “Extremely ripe with mocha, earth and roasted coffee aromas and sappy, robust, tannic lightly toasted oak background that precedes the dense, rich and full-bodied flavors that yet elegant and classy flavors coupled with stupendous length and intensity. Ironically for a possess fine precision and punch on the firm and intensely mineral suffused finish that exhibits vigorous, forceful Corton, this manages to retain a refined, harmonious personality. Splendid excellent length.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound quality here.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound
Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Pair this wine with beef stew, pork chops or veal in a fruit sauce. It will Food Match: An incredibly versatile companion to food, try it with beef stew, pork also go nicely with coq au vin, roast turkey or roast goose, as well as sharp cheddar, goat chops, veal with fruit sauce, poultry, roast turkey or duck, grilled salmon or tuna and and Brie cheese. vegetables such as roasted asparagus, beets and mushrooms. Stock #: 14-299 Stock #: 14-302 750 mL: €62 750 mL: €96
ER VOLNAY 1 CRU “FREMIETS”, DOMAINE FAIVELEY 2009 91- LE CORTON, BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS 2009 93 93 pts Volnay Premier Cru AOC pts Corton Grand Cru AOC “This is definitely elegant and refined but less complex with its essence of pure red pinot fruit “There is excellent verve to the intense, pure, robust and beautifully well-detailed flavors and liquid stone nose where the mineral component also is fully present on the lacy, intense that are underpinned by moderately rustic tannins, all wrapped in a reserved, structured, and vigorous flavors that culminate in a linear, focused and superbly long finish. A wine of powerful and impressively persistent finish.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound finesse but one with excellent flavor authority.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound
Pinot Noir (100%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Braised veal and roast poultry, especially game birds. Food Match: An incredibly versatile companion to food, try it with beef stew, pork chops, veal with fruit sauce, poultry, roast turkey or duck, grilled salmon or tuna and vegetables such as roasted asparagus, beets and mushrooms. Stock #: 14-300 Stock #: 14-303 750 mL: €54 750 mL: €99
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BURGUNDY GRAND CRU
LE CORTON, BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS 2007 94 Corton Grand Cru AOC pts
“Big fruit, big tannins and a delicious raspberry jelly feel are found on this complex wine. The fruit is equal to the dusty tannins, with the acidity—typical of the year—very prominent. The wine has richness though, with a tangible final burst of power.” - Wine Enthusiast
Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: An incredibly versatile companion to food, try it with beef stew, pork chops, veal with fruit sauce, poultry, roast turkey or duck, grilled salmon or tuna and vegetables such as roasted asparagus, beets and mushrooms. Stock #: 14-304 750 mL: €110
ÉCHEZEAUX, FAIVELEY 2008 91- 93 Échezeaux Grand Cru AOC pts “An overtly spicy nose features notes of anise, clove and cinnamon as well as warm earth and both red and blue pinot fruit that is very much in keeping with the seductive quality of the mouth coating and powerful flavors that display a long finish that speaks clearly of sandalwood.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound
Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: We love this wine with grilled salmon or grilled Ahi tuna, but it also pairs beautifully with pork chops, roast chicken or turkey, and vegetables and cheeses such as sharp cheddar or chèvre. Stock #: 14-305 750 mL: €110
LATRICIÈRES-CHAMBERTIN, FAIVELEY 2008 94 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru AOC pts
“A distinctly cool and ultra-elegant nose of restrained and exceptionally fresh mineral-infused red pinot fruit gives way to stone-inflected, tightly focused and delineated middle weight plus flavors that are beautifully tension-filled. This possesses a beguiling personality as there’s real verve and punch on the delicious but linear finish where more minerality surfaces.” - Allen Meadows, Burghound Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Light meat dishes are a good match, of course, but this wine also pairs beautifully with grilled salmon, roasted duck and other game birds.
Stock #: 14-306 750 mL: €125
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (MARGAUX) RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (MARGAUX)
CHÂTEAU GISCOURS 2005 CHÂTEAU KIRWAN 1999 93 90 Margaux AOC Grand Cru Classé pts Margaux AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“Displays blackberry, cherry and hints of sweet tobacco. Full-bodied, with soft, velvety “Wonderful aromas of cassis and berries, with hints of spices. Full-bodied, with fine tannins tannins and a long, caressing finish. Very pretty and solid. This is structured and chewy.” and a delicious fruity aftertaste. Harmonious wine.” - Wine Spectator Top 100, 2008: Rank: 94 - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Would be superb with a rack of spring lamb, charcuterie or bresaola. Food Match: This has flavours of plummy Merlot and would therefore go especially well with rich duck or venison dishes that feature an element of fruit.
Stock #: 14-307 Stock #: 14-310 750 mL: €145 750 mL: €100
CHÂTEAU GISCOURS 2000 CHÂTEAU PRIEURÉ-LICHINE 2003 93 92 Margaux AOC Grand Cru Classé pts Margaux AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“Very dark and concentrated, with intense aromas of tobacco, coffee and blackberries. Full- “Aromas of blackberry and smoke with hints of toasted oak. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins bodied, with big, velvety tannins and a long finish of licorice, berry and currants. Giscours is and lots of fruit. This is a rich and seamless wine with lots of everything going on in the doing something special. Best ever from here.” - Wine Spectator bottle.” - Wine Spectator (Top 100 Wines of 2006, Rank: 63)
Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Would be superb with a rack of spring lamb, charcuterie or bresaola. Food Match: Try with all manner of rich vegetarian and meat dishes from moussaka to steak-au-poivre.
Stock #: 14-308 Stock #: 14-311 750 mL: €166 750 mL: €100
CHÂTEAU KIRWAN 2000 92 Margaux AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“Shows attractive plum and berry character, with hints of mineral. Full-bodied, with a solid core of fruit and very refined tannins. Lasts a long time on the finish. Very, very silky.” - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux Blend Food Match: This has flavours of plummy Merlot and would therefore go especially well with rich duck or venison dishes that feature an element of fruit.
Stock #: 14-309 750 mL: €129
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (MARGAUX) RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (MARGAUX)
CHÂTEAU MARGAUX CHÂTEAU PALMER Margaux AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé Margaux AOC Grand Cru Classé
Château Margaux is one of five “First Growths” ranked in the “Palmer unquestionably produces one of the most compelling wines of 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Château Margaux has been well Margaux. When Palmer has a great vintage, no other left bank growth regarded in history and stands among Thomas Jefferson’s favorite is as aromatically seductive to the nose and palate … Palmer can be as châteaux. The vineyards are primarily Cabernet Sauvignon (75%), profound as any of the first growths.” with the balance composed of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet - Robert Parker, Jr. Franc. Margaux is often considered the most “feminine” of the First Growths. It is sensuous with fine tannins that give it a sense of A third growth with exceptional terroir, Chateau Palmer produces clarity. A strong minerality is often found in the lengthy finish. wine legendary for its fineness and deep aromatic complexity. Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: This might eclipse anything it accompanied, so per- haps best on its own, or at the end of a special meal with a simple Food Match: This plummy concentrated wine will go well with slow cheese board. cooked meat and rich vegetable dishes.
VINTAGE 2000 VINTAGE 2005 “The extraordinary seductiveness, complex aromatics, and purity it exhibits lead me to believe it has reached its “Stunningly rich and powerful. Aromas of incense, burning embers, black currants, plums, licorice and window of full maturity. Medium-bodied, with layers of concentration, stunning blue, red, and black fruits 100 flowers are followed by a full-bodied Margaux with more weight and power even than its nearby first-growth 97 intermixed with spring flowers, a subtle dosage of new oak, and a distinctive personality that is elegant while pts rival, Château Margaux. The abundant acidity and tannins are beautifully coated by the wine’s exceptional pts at the same time powerful and substantial.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate fruit extract and overall harmony and richness.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-312 750 mL: €1,422 Stock #: 14-316 750 mL: €495
VINTAGE 1995 VINTAGE 2003
“Dark color. Black licorice, coffee, currants and black olives. Complex nose. A full-bodied, chewy blockbuster 100 “With its usual high proportion of Merlot, Palmer 2003 was always going to be a generous, very ripe wine. 94 of a wine that is not giving anything at all away. It is like buried treasure still; you have to search for the gold. pts And so it is proving, but what is so satisfying about the wine at this stage is the great sweet fruit, which comes pts And it’s there. Fabulous.” - Wine Spectator right out of the glass.” - Wine Enthusiast Stock #: 14-313 750 mL: €833 Stock #: 14-317 750 mL: €296
VINTAGE 1990 VINTAGE 1990 “Offers an extraordinary aromatic display of spring flowers, camphor, sweet red and black fruits, a hint of licorice, and no evidence of its 100% new oak cask aging. Round and generous with low acidity, but an 100 “A complex bouquet of earth, blue and black fruits, licorice, incense, and spice box is followed by a round, 92 opulent, full-bodied richness that is fresh with laser-like precision. One of the legendary wines of Château pts silky, voluptuous wine. A very strong, fully mature effort, its balance, purity, depth, and texture suggest it will pts Margaux.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate provide plenty of pleasure.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-314 750 mL: €1,490 Stock #: 14-318 750 mL: €390
VINTAGE 1986 VINTAGE 1986 “The color is still a dense ruby/purple with just a hint of lightening at the rim. With several hours of aeration, the aromatics become striking, with notes of smoke, toast, crème de cassis, mineral, and white flowers. Very 98 “Smooth and succulent, with attractive earth, tobacco and cassis aromas and flavors. Despite its intensity and 94 full-bodied, with high but sweet tannin, great purity, and a very masculine, full-bodied style.” pts concentration, it never loses its sense of balance and harmony.” - Wine Spectator pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-315 750 mL: €928 Stock #: 14-319 750 mL: €285
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (MÉDOC) RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (MÉDOC)
CHÂTEAU CAMENSAC 2009 93 CHÂTEAU SOCIANDO-MALLET 1996 92 Haut-Médoc AOC Grand Cru Classé pts Haut Médoc AOC pts
“Big, ripe, juicy wine, the tannins very solid and dark. It has layers of new wood, power “An exceptional wine. Dark ruby-colored, with a complex nose of dried herbs, Asian spices, and considerable density.” and black cherry jam intermixed with cassis, it possesses outstanding purity, and considerable - Wine Enthusiast tannin in the finish.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Delicious with lamb and beef dishes, as well as hard cheeses or a good Food Match: Roast beef and lamb, with or without sauce (will stand up to even strong cigar. garlicky flavours, and oriental spiciness).
Stock #: 14-320 Stock #: 14-333 750 mL: €52 750 mL: €115
CHÂTEAU CAMENSAC 2000 90 Haut-Médoc AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“This is big and tannic, with loads of concentration. Full-bodied, chewy and impressive.” - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Delicious with lamb and beef dishes, as well as hard cheeses or a good cigar.
Stock #: 14-321 750 mL: €68
CHÂTEAU POUJEAUX 2005 89 Moulis AOC pts
“This deep ruby/purple-tinged sleeper of the vintage exhibits fresh, lively minerality intermixed with delicate background wood, sweet raspberry fruit, medium to full body, zesty acidity, and ripe tannin. Usually the top wine from Moulis, Poujeaux’s 2005 is again an impressive effort.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Bordeaux Blend Food Match: From coq au vin to spicy sausages and simple entrecote, this will accompany a fine array of meat dishes very well indeed.
Stock #: 14-322 750 mL: €65
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PAUILLAC) RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PAUILLAC)
CHÂTEAU BATAILLEY CHÂTEAU DUHART-MILON-ROTHSCHILD Pauillac AOC Grand Cru Classé Pauillac AOC Grand Cru Classé Château Batailley, a 5th Grand Cru Classé, is one of the oldest estates “It would have been nonsense not to acquire such a great neighbouring in the Médoc. The name is derived from the battle (“bataille“) that vineyard.” took place during the 100-years-war (in 1452) where the château - Baron Eric de Rothschild and vineyard are today. In this battle, the French re-conquered the neighbouring Château Latour from the English, a crucial point A 4th Grand Cru Classé, the fine wine from Château Duhart-Milon in the history of Aquitaine. A few years later the first vines were is often described as a classic version of the Pauillac appellation. It planted on this historical and blood-soaked grounds. Batailley is an has a distinguished and reserved character. intensive typical Pauillac, with cassis and very good structure. The vintages are relatively consistent due to the age of the vines. Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Braised pigeon, roast guinea fowl (indeed, most game birds), lamb en croute or with flagelots and magret de canard au Food Match: Pair this with slightly fatty dishes: an entrecôte steak poivre. (sirloin), roast lamb, duck a l’orange.
VINTAGE 2009 VINTAGE 2009 “Displays an inky/blue/purple color as well as a big, sweet nose of creme de cassis, forest floor, licorice, lead “The finest Batailley I have had in many years, the dense purple-colored 2009 exhibits a boatload of tannin pencil, cedar and subtle barrique smells. Viscous and full-bodied, it is the most concentrated and broadest 97 pts as well as sweet, caramelized, black currant fruit intermixed with hints of charcoal, cedarwood and smoke, 94 example of this cuvée I have tasted in over three decades. The Rothschilds have invested heavily in resurrecting a full-bodied mouthfeel and the aforementioned high, but sweet, well-integrated tannin displaying no pts this property to near super-star status, and the 2009 is the finest Duhart I have ever tasted.” jaggedness.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-337 750 mL: €200 - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-334 750 mL: €95 VINTAGE 2003
“Boasts a deep ruby/purple hue in addition to a big, sweet perfume of black fruits interwoven with roasted herbs 92+ VINTAGE 2003 and meat juice offered in a muscular, full-bodied style. Full-bodied, dense, and well-structured, stunning.” pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate “Aromas of blackberry and currant with hints of toasted oak. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a medium Stock #: 14-338 750 mL: €170 finish.” - Wine Spectator 90 pts Stock #: 14-335 750 mL: €110 VINTAGE 2000
“An outstanding Duhart, it reveals a deep ruby/purple color as well as notes of lead pencil intermixed with wet 90 stones, black currants, and a certain leafiness. Medium to full-bodied, ripe, and dense.” pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-339 750 mL: €176
VINTAGE 2000 VINTAGE 1995 “Aromas of blackberry and cherry follow through to a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a caressing 90 finish. Layered and beautiful.” - Wine Spectator pts “Essence of blackberry and chocolate. Full-bodied and extremely velvety. Caressing and gorgeous to taste. 90 Duhart started making excellent wines in this vintage.” pts Stock #: 14-336 750 mL: €120 - Wine Spectator Stock #: 14-340 750 mL: €166
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PAUILLAC) RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PAUILLAC)
CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 1998 98 CHÂTEAU LYNCH-BAGES Pauillac AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé pts Pauillac AOC Grand Cru Classé “This opaque purple-colored 1998 is close to perfection. The spectacular nose of lead pencil, smoky, mineral, and black currant fruit soars majestically from the glass. The wine is elegant The wine of Château Lynch-Bages is part of the lineage of the great yet profoundly rich, revealing the essence of Lafite’s character. The tannin is sweet, and the Pauillac wines. Blended mostly from Cabernet Sauvignon, it com- wine is spectacularly layered yet never heavy. The finish is sweet, super-rich, yet impeccably bines structure and finesse, elegance and longevity. It is further balanced and long (50+ seconds).” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate distinguished by its opulence. Generous right from its youth, it Bordeaux Blend develops more flavours and greater complexity as it matures. Pow- Food Match: It seems almost a shame not to drink this on its own, or with a strong cheese, erful, elegant and open, vintage after vintage, the wine has acquired but of course it can be beautifully paired with lamb, beef or pork dishes, especially those greater accuracy, adding distinction to the hedonistic character that in rich sauces. made its reputation. Stock #: 14-341 Bordeaux Blend 750 mL: €1,290 Food Match: This would be superb with a juicy, herbed rack of lamb served with root vegetables.
VINTAGE 2006
“This classic, powerful, firm Lynch Bages possesses a dense purple-tinged color, tell-tale cassis notes interwoven 94 with hints of roast beef, savory herbs, spice box and subtle oak, good acidity and ripe tannin. The result is a pts full-bodied, fleshy Pauillac.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-342 750 mL: €210
VINTAGE 2000
“Beginning to open magnificently, the still dense purple-colored 2000 reveals a blossoming bouquet of blackberries, cassis, graphite and pen ink. Full-bodied with velvety tannins that have resolved themselves beautifully, this wine exhibits admirable purity, texture, mouthfeel and power combined with elegance. One 97 pts of the all-time great examples of Lynch Bages” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-343 750 mL: €390
VINTAGE 1990
“The biggest, richest, fullest-bodied Lynch Bages until the 2000, the fully mature 1990 exhibits an unbelievably explosive nose of black currants, cedarwood, herbs and spice. The majestic, classically Bordeaux aromatics are 99 followed by a full-bodied, voluptuously textured, rich, intense wine with superb purity as well as thrilling levels pts of fruit, glycerin and sweetness.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Stock #: 14-344 750 mL: €445
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PAUILLAC) RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PAUILLAC)
CHÂTEAU MOUTON-ROTHSCHILD Pauillac AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé
The Château Mouton Rothschild vineyard is planted on very deep gravelly soil with the varieties typical of the region: Cabernet Sau- vignon (80%), Merlot (16%), Cabernet Franc (3%) and Petit Ver- dot (1%). These proportions are not reflected identically in the wine, because the blend varies according to the character of each vintage. However, Cabernet Sauvignon always predominates: it gives Mouton its rich tannins, its wealth of aroma and flavour and its ageing ca- pacity, while Merlot, an inseparable companion, brings suppleness, roundness and exceptional length. Bordeaux Blend Food Match: The classic match for red Bordeaux like this would be a lamb dish, but Mouton is both rich enough to cope with beef or even venison, and also soft enough to be drunk on its own.
VINTAGE 1995 VINTAGE 2003 “An opaque purple color, and reluctant aromas of cassis, truffles, coffee, licorice, and spice. In the mouth, the “Backward, powerful, and extremely tannic, the dense purple-colored 2003 Mouton-Rothschild improves 95+ wine is “great stuff,” with superb density, a full-bodied personality, rich mid-palate, and a layered, profound 95 dramatically with aeration. With full-bodied, meaty, powerful, dry flavors as well as a huge finish, ” pts finish that lasts for 40+ seconds. There is outstanding purity and high tannin.” pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-345 750 mL: €768 Stock #: 14-348 750 mL: €755
VINTAGE 2000 VINTAGE 1989
“A rich, tannic, earthy style, with loads of crème de cassis and floral notes, the final blend of 86% Cabernet “Shows so much ripe and decadent fruit on the nose, from dried berries and raisin to strawberry and sultana. Sauvignon and 14% Merlot is a full-bodied wine with plenty of coffee, earth, chocolatey notes, and still plenty 96+ There is a nutty, cedar undertone as well. Very complex and full-bodied, with lots of vanilla bean and ripe 96 of tannin to resolve.” pts plum flavors. This is almost Burgundian in texture: so soft and so attractive, but then the Bordeaux tannins pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate kick in at the end. What a wine.” - Wine Spectator Stock #: 14-346 750 mL: €1,890 Stock #: 14-349 750 mL: €690
VINTAGE 1999 VINTAGE 1988
“Its saturated ruby/purple color is followed by sumptuous aromas of cedar wood, crème de cassis, wood smoke, “Very pretty aromas of vanilla, tobacco, berry and chocolate. Medium- to full-bodied, with soft tannins and coffee, and dried herbs. The wine is forward, lush, and full-bodied. It is already complex as well as succulent, 93 a berry, chocolate finish. Not very dense. I never thought this was a perfect wine, but it gives great pleasure.” 92 fleshy, and long.” pts - Wine Spectator pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-350 750 mL: €635 Stock #: 14-347 750 mL: €759
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PAUILLAC) RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PAUILLAC)
CHÂTEAU PICHON-LONGUEVILLE “BARON” CHÂTEAU PICHON-LONGUEVILLE “COMTESSE” Pauillac AOC Grand Cru Classé Pauillac AOC Grand Cru Classé The Pichon-Longueville estate was once whole, but split between Château Pichon-Longueville (often referred to as Pichon Baron) siblings - Raoul and Virginie - under Napoleonic laws, when Baron is one of Pauillac’s greatest estates. Nowadays it produces wine Joseph de Pichon-Longueville died in 1850. Raoul’s part became of a quality approaching that of its neighbour Château Latour. Pichon-Longueville Baron (Pichon Baron, opposite) while Virgin- Originally a farmhouse called La Baderne, the wine was brought ie’s became Pichon-Longueville-Comtesse de Lalande. Since the into production in the 17th Century by Jacques de Pichon, Baron end of the 1970’s, the reputation of Château Pichon Longueville of Longueville, and quickly gained an excellent reputation. The Comtesse de Lalande has acquired the status of a “super second” château today, known for its witch-hat turrets and traditional and a “nearly first”, in light of the consistency of its quality. Com- fairytale castle appearance, was built by Raoul de Pichon-Longueville plexity, elegance and longevity are the hallmarks of this race. in 1851, and the wine was awarded second growth quality in the 1855 classification. Bordeaux Blend
Bordeaux Blend Food Match: This wine would suit well some juicy beef, served Food Match: Sumptuous Cabernet fruit flavours would match with pink, with exotic flavours to accompany it such as nutmeg, horse- mint or other herbs, as well as slow cooked meat dishes. radish, black-bean or ginger.
VINTAGE 2006 “This is a tannic, masculine style of wine with an inky bluish/purple color as well as aromas of incense, VINTAGE 1998 92 charcoal, smoked meats, and the classic crème de cassis that one finds in the top Pauillacs. The wine is full- pts bodied in the mouth, tannic, backward, and set for a relatively long life. A top-flight success for the vintage. ” “Moderately saturated medium red. Slightly shallow aromas of currant, chocolate, leather and smoky oak. 93 - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-351 750 mL: €189 Then fruity, suave and gentle, with subtly sweet flavors of cassis, licorice and lead pencil. Finishes with sneaky pts length and rather silky tannins for the vintage.” VINTAGE 2003 - Steven Tanzer, International Wine Cellar Stock #: 14-356 750 mL: €189 “Wow. This shows so much ripe fruit and berry character with just the right hint of lead pencil and spice. Full- 95 bodied and very chewy. Big and powerful. Beautiful wine. Superb.” pts Top 100, 2006. Rank: 33 - Wine Spectator Stock #: 14-352 750 mL: €239 VINTAGE 1996
VINTAGE 2000 “Awesome... the color is a saturated ruby/purple. The nose suggests sweet, nearly overripe Cabernet Sauvignon, “A candidate for one of the finest wines made at this estate The wine has a dense bluish/purple color and a with its blueberry/blackberry/cassis scents intermixed with high quality, subtle, toasty new oak. Deep and full- 97 bodied, with fabulous concentration and a sweet, opulent texture. It possesses plenty of tannin, but the wine’s 96 beautiful nose of incense, melted asphalt, and crème de cassis as well as hints of new saddle leather and licorice. pts pts It is superbly concentrated and very pure, with excellent texture and opulence.” overwhelming fruit richness dominates its personality.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-353 750 mL: €368 - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-357 750 mL: €298 VINTAGE 1990 “One of this estate’s two or three finest wines made in the last 40 years. Still inky/blue/purple-tinged to the rim, 97 it reveals an extraordinary bouquet of charcoal, incense, crème de cassis, blue and black fruits, and a hint of pts VINTAGE 1990 licorice as well as an impressively long finish.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-354 750 mL: €445 “Concentrated. Medium-ruby color, with ripe plum, cigar tobacco and smoke aromas. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long finish.” VINTAGE 1989 94 - Wine Spectator pts 95 “The dense, full-bodied 1989 is brilliantly made with huge, smoky, chocolatey, cassis aromas intermingled with pts scents of toasty oak. Well-layered, with a sweet inner-core of fruit, this awesomely endowed, backward, tannic, Stock #: 14-358 750 mL: €225 prodigious 1989 is unquestionably a great Pichon-Longueville-Baron.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-355 750 mL: €420
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PAUILLAC) RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PESSAC-LÉOGNAN)
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2000 CHÂTEAU DE FIEUZAL 2009 94+ 92+ Pauillac AOC Grand Cru Classé pts Pessac-Léognan AOC Grand Cru Classé de Graves pts
“This dense purple wine has a classic nose of incense, charcoal, crème de cassis, and subtle “A terrific, classic Graves with notes of subtle smoke, black raspberries, black currants, new oak. Full-bodied, powerful, still very tannic, and shockingly backward, this is a big, rich graphite and unsmoked cigar tobacco, this full-bodied, deep, concentrated de Fieuzal is far wine that has put on weight.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate more generous and deep than most vintages of the past. There is also a wonderful freshness and length while it still maintains its elegance and class.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Full flavoured meat or rich, saucy chicken dishes. Food Match: A perfect counterpoint to very fine lamb dishes and hard mature cheeses.
Stock #: 14-359 Stock #: 14-361 750 mL: €218 750 mL: €70
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 1995 94 CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 1999 93 Pauillac AOC Grand Cru Classé pts Pessac-Léognan AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé pts
“Fabulous nose of crushed currants, blackberries and forest flowers. Full-bodied, with plenty “Deep plum, currant, and mineral notes emerge from this concentrated, beautifully balanced, of ripe fruit and silky tannins.” - Wine Spectator pure wine. There is a hint of graphite in the abundant fruit. The wine is medium to full- bodied, nuanced, subtle, deep, and provocatively elegant. It is made in a style that only Haut Brion appears capable of achieving. The overall impression is one of delicacy interwoven with power and ripeness.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Full flavoured meat or rich, saucy chicken dishes. Food Match: Roast or pan-fried lamb, especially if served with a rich sauce, slow-cooked beef with reduced jus.
Stock #: 14-360 Stock #: 14-362 750 mL: €195 750 mL: €695
CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 1996 93 Pessac-Léognan AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé pts
“Gorgeous aromas of crushed berries, cigar box, black licorice and tanned leather. Full- bodied, with fine silky tannins and a medium to long finish. Refined and pretty.” - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Roast or pan-fried lamb, especially if served with a rich sauce, slow-cooked beef with reduced jus.
Stock #: 14-363 750 mL: €689
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RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PESSAC-LÉOGNAN) RED WINES - FRANCE - BORDEAUX (PESSAC-LÉOGNAN)
CHÂTEAU LA MISSION HAUT-BRION 2005 CHÂTEAU SMITH-HAUT-LAFITTE 2007 97 94 Pessac-Léognan AOC Grand Cru Classé de Graves pts Pessac-Léognan AOC Grand Cru Classé de Graves pts
“An enormously endowed wine with huge tannin and structure, the 2005 offers a “This is rich, but the balance of the wine is excellent, the wood very much underneath the quintessential Graves bouquet of burning embers, charcoal, blackberries, truffles, black smooth, opulent apricot and pear fruits. There is spice, which adds a fine piquancy to the currants, and a meaty character.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate texture.” - Wine Enthusiast
Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: An absolute superstar wine to accompany a fillet de boeuf en croute, or a Food Match: Beef dishes, cheese souffle, duck and venison. If drinking outside a meal, roast lunch. Also a magnificent accompaniment to a cheese board. try it with some sharp cheddar ... delicious.
Stock #: 14-364 Stock #: 12-367 750 mL: €726 750 mL: €90
CHÂTEAU LA MISSION HAUT BRION 2000 100 Pessac-Léognan AOC Grand Cru Classé de Graves pts
“The 2000 La Mission Haut-Brion is certainly one of the candidates for the wine of the vintage. Deep blue/purple, with a nose of crème de cassis, floral scents, graphite, and subtle smoke, the wine is pure, deep, sumptuously textured, full-bodied, powerful. The wine has enormous layers of depth as well as an unctuous texture.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Bordeaux Blend Food Match: An absolute superstar wine to accompany a fillet de boeuf en croute, or a roast lunch. Also a magnificent accompaniment to a cheese board.
Stock #: 14-365 750 mL: €890
CHÂTEAU PAPE CLÉMENT 2000 96 Pessac-Léognan AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“A sensational effort, the wine displays loads of scorched earth and smoky barbecue scents along with blueberry, black raspberry and black currant. The wine is expansive, has a savory, broad palate and a full-bodied mouthfeel, yet possesses vivid purity and uplift.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Bordeaux Blend Food Match: A ripe and fruity style with crunchy tannins that would pair well with a beautifully but simply prepared piece of beef such as a fillet steak, perhaps with sauce au poivre. Stock #: 12-366 750 mL: €259
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CHÂTEAU CLINET CHÂTEAU DU DOMAINE DE L’ÉGLISE 2003 90 Pomerol AOC Grand Cru Classé Pomerol AOC pts
Château Clinet is located at the highest point of the Pomerol Plateau “Blackberry, chocolate and vanilla with lots of fruit, verging on jammy. Full-bodied, with on the famous Günz gravel terrace, origin of the appellation’s most very soft tannins and a long, delicious finish.” - Wine Spectator prestigious crus. This unusual wine, being both elegant and intense, with fine and deeply structured aromas of red fruit, blackberry and truffle, is today regarded as one of the most prestigious wines in the Bordeaux Blend world. Befitting its location, the wine varies between 100% Merlot and 80% Food Match: Pork with prunes, char-grilled or simply roast lamb or steak, magret de Merlot with the balance being comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon and canard, and truffle flavours. Cabernet France. Stock #: 14-371 Bordeaux Blend 750 mL: €68 Food Match: Powerful plum Merlot characters with weight and smoke touches would suit a robust beef dish or roast lamb. CHÂTEAU GAZIN 1999 89 Pomerol AOC pts
“An excellent sweet nose of lavish toasty oak intertwined with plums, black cherries, and VINTAGE 1999 currants dominates the olfactory senses. In the mouth, this wine is elegant, lush, flavorful, and savory, with medium body and no hard edges.” - Wine Spectator “Clinet’s 1999 is surprisingly accessible in the attack, but there is some firm tannin in the finish. The wine is 89 medium-bodied with notes of licorice, blackberry/cherry/currant fruit, some sweet but slightly rustic tannin, pts and an excellent, broad mouthfeel.” Bordeaux Blend - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-368 750 mL: €145 Food Match: This would go beautifully with a nice rack of lamb.
Stock #: 14-372
VINTAGE 1998 750 mL: €100
“Big and powerful, with lots of olive, brown sugar and jam. Soft and full, with round tannins. A voluptuous 93 CHÂTEAU NENIN 2003 and wild wine. Juicy and exotic.” - Wine Spectator pts 87 pts Stock #: 14-369 750 mL: €166 Pomerol AOC “Lovely blackberry and chocolate aromas with hints of minerals. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a light finish. Delicious already.” - Wine Spectator
VINTAGE 1995 Bordeaux Blend “Another extraordinary wine made in a backward vin de garde style that represents the essence of Pomerol. The Food Match: Pork with prunes, char-grilled or simply roast lamb or steak, wild duck, blackberry, cassis liqueur-like fruit of this wine is awesome. The color is saturated black/purple, and the wine 96 ceps. Excellent with ripe Camembert. extremely full-bodied and powerful with layers of glycerin-imbued fruit, massive richness, plenty of licorice, pts blackberry, and cassis flavors, full body, and a thick, unctuous texture.” Stock #: 14-373 - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-370 750 mL: €248 750 mL: €100
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CHÂTEAU NENIN 1998 92 CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR-PÉTRUS 2000 93+ Pomerol AOC pts Pomerol AOC pts
“Crushed blackberries, with coffee and smoked meat on the nose. Full-bodied, with very “A terrific effort from this estate, sandwiched between the hallowed vineyards of Pétrus and velvety tannins and a long finish, with a beautiful mouthfeel.” - Wine Spectator Lafleur. A deep plum/ruby color is followed by aromas of mocha, kirsch liqueur, loamy soil, spice box, and licorice. It is an opulent, medium to full-bodied, big, substantial yet elegant, precise Pomerol displaying beautiful purity” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Pork with prunes, char-grilled or simply roast lamb or steak, wild duck, Food Match: Would accompany an herbed rack of lamb wonderfully. ceps. Excellent with ripe Camembert.
Stock #: 14-374 Stock #: 14-377 750 mL: €148 750 mL: €433
CHÂTEAU PETRUS 2001 95 Pomerol AOC Grand Vin pts
“Exhibits more depth and richness than any other Pomerol I tasted. Its deep saturated ruby/ plum/purple color is accompanied by a tight but promising bouquet of vanilla, cherry liqueur, melted licorice, black currants, and notions of truffles and earth. Rich, full-bodied, and surprisingly thick as well as intense, there is plenty of structure underlying the wealth of fruit and extract.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Bordeaux Blend Food Match: This would suit a fine mature cheese, slow cooked meat dishes or a fine cigar.
Stock #: 14-375 750 mL: €2,800
CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR-PÉTRUS 2005 95 Pomerol AOC pts
“Cool, minerally and fruity, with dark chocolate and olive character. Full-bodied, with supersilky tannins and a long, long finish. Velvety and very pretty. This is beautiful and extravagant.” - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Would accompany an herbed rack of lamb wonderfully.
Stock #: 14-376 750 mL: €390
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CHÂTEAU ANGÉLUS CHÂTEAU BEAU-SÉJOUR-BÉCOT 2005 94 St. Emilion AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé “A” St. Emilion AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé pts
In September 2012, Château Angélus joined the very closed club of “An intense, full-bodied St.-Emilion revealing notes of espresso roast, chocolate, blackberries, First Classified “A” growth estates. The Saint-Emilion classification licorice, and truffles. With sweet but noticeable tannins, good acidity, and a powerful, long confirms the already existing status of Angélus as part of the elite of finish, this textbook St.-Emilion cuts a swath between the modern school of winemaking and the appellation. the traditionalists.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Bordeaux Blend The terroir here is exceptional, with a total of 34 hectares of vines, situated on the famous côtes of Saint-Emilion with clay and limestone Food Match: Try this with a rich meat dish such as confit de canard, marcassin (young soils, typical of the region. The soil and topography, associated with wild boar) or rabbit in mustard sauce. its southern exposure, enable rapid ripening, and thus optimal grape maturity. The average age of the vines is 37 years. Stock #: 14-381 Bordeaux Blend 750 mL: €134 Food Match: Good fatty meats such as entrecote (sirloin) or lamb. Ac- companies well all slow-cooked meats with rich sauces. CHÂTEAU BEAU-SÉJOUR-BÉCOT 1999 87 St. Emilion AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé pts
“Interesting aromas of brown sugar and berries, with hints of plums. Medium-bodied, with VINTAGE 2003 silky tannins and a fresh, fruity, minerally finish.” - Wine Spectator
“Beautiful aromas of ripe blackberry and raspberry aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate, with silky 94 tannins and a long, long finish. Layered and delicious. Gorgeous.” pts - Wine Spectator Bordeaux Blend Stock #: 14-378 750 mL: €430 Food Match: Try this with a rich meat dish such as confit de canard, marcassin (young wild boar) or rabbit in mustard sauce.
Stock #: 14-382 VINTAGE 2000 750 mL: €95
“What can you say about Hubert de Bouard and Angelus? Each year they seem to turn out one great wine after 97 another, and the 2000 showed its merit in two different tastings. A wine of great intensity, bluish/black, with pts CHÂTEAU BELREGARD-FIGEAC 2003 a big, sweet kiss of graphite, crushed rocks, blueberry, spring floral garden and blackberry liqueur, unctuously St. Emilion AOC Grand Cru Classé textured as well as pure, dense, and stunningly rich.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-379 750 mL: €765 Wonderful value from this small property very near the picturesque village of St. Emilion itself. The mainly Merlot vineyards give an excellent soft, plummy wine that is advantaged by being from the warm, super-ripe 2003 vintage. Beautifully rounded in texture with softened tannins, and on the palate, caramel notes with hints of spices. VINTAGE 1989 Bordeaux Blend “A great Angelus and one of the two or three best vintages made under the talented Hubert de Bouard, this Food Match: Starters such as grilled aubergines and Italian anti-pasti. Will accompany a wine still has a youthful, saturated ruby/purple color and a sweet nose of melted licorice intermixed with 96 fillet of beef beautifully, and also grilled liver and bacon. crème de cassis, tapenade, cedar, spice box, and vanilla. Very full-bodied, opulent, and rich, it is one of the pts 1989s that justifies the lofty reputation of this vintage.”- Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-383 Stock #: 14-380 750 mL: €589 750 mL: €30
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CHÂTEAU CHEVAL BLANC 1996 CHÂTEAU BEAU-SITE 2005 91 90 St. Emilion AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé pts St. Estephe AOC pts
“Medium ruby, with a garnet edge. Aromas of plum and fresh herbs, such as basil, that turn “Shows wonderful spice, sweet tobacco, currant and sultana. Full-bodied, with velvety to cedar and cigar box. Full-bodied, with soft, silky tannins. Long and flavorful, with subtle tannins and a dried fruit finish. A slightly old style, but rich and delicious.” chocolate, berry and light coffee aftertaste. Gorgeous.” - Wine Spectator - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: This extraordinary wine would be perfect with meat served on the pink Food Match: This fine vintage of Beau-Site would match perfectly with pepper sauces, side, or with peppery or spicy sauces. A more slow cooked alternative would be a daube horseradish and strong mustard flavours. of beef or sanglier. Will also enhance fine hard cheeses, or an excellent cigar. Stock #: 14-384 Stock #: 14-387 750 mL: €695 750 mL: €35
CHÂTEAU CHEVAL BLANC 1986 CHÂTEAU COS D’ESTOURNEL 2003 98 St. Emilion AOC Premier Grand Cru Classé St. Estephe AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
The earliest vintage of the century at Cheval Blanc. Close to 50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet “The prodigious, fantastic 2003 Cos d’Estournel is a candidate for “wine of the vintage.” An Franc. Very ripe Merlot nose with a hint of mushrooms and typical Cheval Blanc leather inky/blue/purple color is accompanied by a compelling perfume of black fruits, subtle smoke, element. Totally like a liqueur in the mouth. So exciting and classy at the same time. pain grillé, incense, and flowers. With extraordinary richness, full body, and remarkable This is an absolute winner. At more than 25 years old, a bouquet of tobacco leaf and freshness, elegance, and persistence, this is one of the finest wines ever made by this estate.” leather and pure velvet on the palate. Finishes on a cinnamon note. - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: This extraordinary wine would be perfect with meat served on the pink Food Match: Astonishing accompaniment to smoked duck, juicy spring lamb or seared side, or with peppery or spicy sauces. A more slow cooked alternative would be a daube beef, this exquisite Claret would also go well with a good hard cheese such as aged of beef or sanglier. Will also enhance fine hard cheeses, or an excellent cigar. Comté. Stock #: 14-385 Stock #: 14-388 750 mL: €726 750 mL: €329
CHÂTEAU GRAVIER FIGEAC 2006 CHÂTEAU COS D’ESTOURNEL 2000 96 St. Emilion AOC St. Estephe AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
Lots of fruit on the nose here revealing a deep and exotic character with hints of spiced “Absolutely gorgeous on the nose, with currants, blackberries and freshly cut flowers. Full- plums. A very appealing palate, supple and elegant, reflecting the more gravelly terroir bodied, with ultrafine tannins and a solid core of fruit. This goes on and on on the palate. at this end of the appellation. But there is substance too, and a good, firm, tannic The essence of class and refinement. Relatively good value, considering the superb quality.” backbone. - Top 100, 2003: Rank: 2 - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: A good sirloin or rump steak with a pepper sauce would be a perfect match. Food Match: Astonishing accompaniment to smoked duck, juicy spring lamb or seared beef, this exquisite Claret would also go well with a good hard cheese such as aged Comté. Stock #: 14-386 Stock #: 14-389 750 mL: €25 750 mL: €289
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CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR LES PAGODES DE COS 2009 94 St. Estephe AOC Grand Cru Classé St. Estephe AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
The most northerly of Medoc’s classed growths, Calon-Ségur formed “The brilliant 2009 Les Pagodes de Cos actually has more Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend the heart of the old Calon estate which covered most of the commune than the grand vin (69% versus 65%) in addition to mostly Merlot and a small quantity of Saint-Estèphe. By the late 1600s, it was acquired - and its name of Petit Verdot. The full-bodied, round, generous Les Pagodes de Cos exhibits lots of creme de modified - by Marquis Nicolas de Ségur who already owned Lafite cassis and floral notes intermixed with hints of wood/barrique and spice. Juicy, succulent and remarkably fresh and well-delineated.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate and Latour (not for nothing was he nicknamed ‘the prince of vines’!). Bordeaux Blend It is from this noble owner that the heart motif on Calon-Segur’s label derives, after his declaration ‘I make wine at Lafite and Latour, but my Food Match: Astonishing accompaniment to smoked duck, juicy spring lamb or seared heart is at Calon’. The word Calon, incidently, refers to a little river beef, this exquisite Claret would also go well with a good hard cheese such as aged skiff used in the Middle Ages to ferry timber across the Gironde. Comté. Stock #: 14-393 Bordeaux Blend 750 mL: €100 Food Match: Good with strong herb flavours especially rosemary, thyme and sage, perhaps as part of a lamb or pork dish. Able to stand up to mustard and horseradish. CHÂTEAU MONTROSE 2005 95 St. Estephe AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“The 2005 Montrose is an exceptionally tannic, broodingly backward offering displaying a VINTAGE 2003 dense ruby/purple color along with a provocative perfume of crushed rocks, flowers, cassis, black raspberries, and blueberries. It continues to add weight and richness, good traits “Big and powerful, with loads of fruit and chewy tannins. Full-bodied, with lots of structure and a long, long 94 considering the substantial tannin levels and zesty acidity.” finish.” pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate - Wine Spectator Bordeaux Blend Stock #: 14-390 750 mL: €152 Food Match: This wine may well eclipse that which accompanies it. A slow cooked lamb dish would perhaps work best, but also good with coq-au-vin and roasted poultry.
Stock #: 14-394 VINTAGE 2000 750 mL: €239
“A complex bouquet of earth, blue and black fruits, licorice, incense, and spice box is followed by a round, 92 silky, voluptuous wine. A very strong, fully mature effort, its balance, purity, depth, and texture suggest it will pts CHÂTEAU MONTROSE 2000 96 provide plenty of pleasure.” St. Estephe AOC Grand Cru Classé pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-391 750 mL: €174 “This gigantically sized, tannic, backward effort boasts a saturated inky purple color followed by a huge nose of acacia flavors, crushed blackberries, crème de cassis, vanilla, hickory smoke, and minerals. Extremely full-bodied, powerful, dense, and multi-layered. This is a special wine that has exceptional purity and length.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate VINTAGE 1998 Bordeaux Blend “Smooth and succulent, with attractive earth, tobacco and cassis aromas and flavors. Despite its intensity and Food Match: This wine may well eclipse that which accompanies it. A slow cooked lamb concentration, it never loses its sense of balance and harmony.” 94 dish would perhaps work best, but also good with coq-au-vin and roasted poultry. - Wine Spectator pts Stock #: 14-392 750 mL: €150 Stock #: 14-395 750 mL: €290
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CHÂTEAU ORMES DE PEZ 2006 91 CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE 2009 93 St. Estephe AOC Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel pts St. Julien AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“Under the same ownership as Lynch-Bages, Les Ormes de Pez offers a family likeness in the “Opaque purple in color, with a beautiful, floral nose intermixed with black currant fruit, richness of this wine.” licorice, cedar wood and Christmas fruitcake. Full-bodied yet still elegant and pure, this - Wine Enthusiast wine has velvety tannins, a broad, savory mouthfeel, and a very long finish. There is plenty of tannin behind the extravagant fruit, glycerin and texture of this wine, but it is largely concealed.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Goes well with fat-rich red meats such as roast lamb, duck or sirloin steak. Food Match: Excellent with beef, lamb, grilled veal and game such as pheasant. The This wine can cope with spice. wine pairs particularly well with food made with rich sauces.
Stock #: 12-396 Stock #: 14-399 750 mL: €70 750 mL: €160
CHÂTEAU DE PEZ 2008 89 CHÂTEAU BEYCHEVELLE 2005 95 St. Estephe AOC Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel pts St. Julien AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“Another sleeper of the vintage from this large estate, the deep plum/ruby-hued 2008 De “A dense, powerful wine, packed with very dry, very dark tannins. There is great fruit as well, Pez possesses soft acids, low acidity, medium to full body and attractive plum, red and black ranging from black currant to black plums to black cherries. A very fine wine.” currant, licorice and spice box characteristics.” - Wine Enthuisiast - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Merlot (50%), Cabernet Sauvignon (35%) and the rest Petit Verdot Bordeaux Blend Food Match: A good match for red meats such as roast rib of beef or slow-cooked lamb. Food Match: Excellent with beef, lamb, grilled veal and game such as pheasant. The This also goes well with game and with various dishes served with a truffle sauce. wine pairs particularly well with food made with rich sauces.
Stock #: 14-397 Stock #: 14-400 750 mL: €50 750 mL: €190
CHÂTEAU HAUT-BEAUSÉJOUR 2009 88 St. Estephe AOC pts
“Fresh cherry, damson plum and red currant notes are laced with a light floral edge and a mineral note that chimes in on the finish. Fresh and direct.” - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Ideal with red meat, game and high-end charcuterie.
Stock #: 14-398 750 mL: €35
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CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU CHÂTEAU LEOVILLE BARTON St. Julien AOC Grand Cru Classé St. Julien AOC Grand Cru Classé The vineyards at Leoville Barton originally formed part of the great Ducru Beaucaillou has emerged as one of the most iconic wines from Leoville estate. Following the death of Marquis de las Cases, the vast St Julien. In a commune literally bulging with celebrated estates, Duc- property was split into three; the Marquis’ son Jean-Pierre took the ru Beaucaillou, under the stewardship of Bruno Borie has hit the front third that is now Leoville Las Cases, the Marquis’ daughter, Jeanne’s of the pack. A true ‘Super Second’, the estate’s vineyards occupy some share became what we know as Leoville Poyferre following her mar- 215 hectares although only 75 hectares are used for Ducru. The soils riage to the Baron de Poyferre and the final third was auctioned off around the chateau are dominated by Gunzian gravel and Cailloux. and purchased by Hugh Barton, who has recently purchased Lan- The estate is not all planted with vines and much of the production is goa in 1821. Today the estate is expertly run by Anthony Barton, used in the second label. The style of the grand vin is flamboyant yet one of the best respected propriétaire in Bordeaux. polished. Bordeaux Blend Bordeaux Blend Food Match: Powerful roasted or pan-fried meats. Will accompany Food Match: A fine match for a slow cooked joint of beef, aged chees- liver and bacon beautifully. Its complexity will allow it to partner all es or a fine cigar. strong foods extremely well.
VINTAGE 2000 VINTAGE 2009 “Amazingly rich and silky. Lots of chocolate and blackberry aromas with hints of raspberries. Full-bodied, “The 2009 Ducru Beaucaillou will eclipse the brilliant wines produced in 2005, 2003 and 2000. This inky 100 with silky, round tannins. Great concentration. Long, long finish. This is the biggest, most powerful ever from 97 pts pts purple, unctuous wine possesses classic aromas of graphite, crème de cassis, blueberries, violets, licorice and Léoville Barton.” Christmas fruitcake. Full-bodied and intense with Ducru’s inimitable elegance and purity. Magnificent! ” - Wine Spectator - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-404 750 mL: €265 Stock #: 14-401 750 mL: €400
VINTAGE 1998 VINTAGE 1998 “This opaque purple-colored, muscular, full-bodied, classically made St.-Julien displays impressive concentration, “A supremely elegant, dense purple-colored effort, the 1998 reveals aromas of cassis, black raspberries, chewy, highly-extracted flavors of black fruits, iron, earth, and spicy wood, and a powerful mouth-feel. A pure, 91 uncompromising, traditionally-styled wine, it is to be admired for its authenticity, class, and quality.” 91 minerals, and currants. Precise, well-delineated, and medium to full-bodied, with magnificent purity and pts pts understated elegance.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-405 750 mL: €150 Stock #: 14-402 750 mL: €196
VINTAGE 1996 VINTAGE 1990 “This impressive wine is a classic. It exhibits a dense ruby/purple color in addition to abundant black currant “The 1990 is a dark ruby-colored wine with a forward bouquet of oak, minerals, and cassis, attractive ripeness, fruit intertwined with spicy oak and truffle-like scents. The wine is brilliantly made, full-bodied, and tightly- 92 firm tannins, excellent concentration and density, and a powerful, tannic, long finish.” 89 structured with plenty of muscle and outstanding concentration and purity.” pts pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-403 750 mL: €215 Stock #: 14-406 750 mL: €179
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CHATEAU TALBOT 1996 91 St. Julien AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“Lots of blackberry, licorice and light tar aromas. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long finish.” - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux blend Food Match: Strong cheeses, roasted pork, even barbecued ribs with smoky sauce, Talbot has the power to accompany a diverse range of strongly flavoured dishes.
Stock #: 14-407 750 mL: €155
CHATEAU LÉOVILLE - LAS CASES 2004 95 St. Julien AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“Intense aromas of currant, blackberry and light vanilla. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, caressing finish. Layered, with everything in the right proportion for the vintage. Excellent.” -Top 100, 2007: Rank: 6 - Wine Spectator
Bordeaux Blend Food Match: As with any red from Bordeaux, fine red meat dishes are the ideal accompaniment, especially lamb.
Stock #: 14-408 750 mL: €240
CHATEAU LÉOVILLE - LAS CASES 1995 95 St. Julien AOC Grand Cru Classé pts
“One of the vintage’s great success stories. The wine boasts exceptionally pure, beautifully knit aromas of black fruits, minerals, vanilla, and spice. On the attack, it is staggeringly rich. Exceptionally ripe cassis fruit, the judicious use of toasty new oak, and a thrilling mineral character intertwined with the high quality of fruit routinely obtained by Las Cases, make this a compelling effort.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Bordeaux Blend Food Match: As with any red from Bordeaux, fine red meat dishes are the ideal accompaniment, especially lamb.
Stock #: 14-409 750 mL: €322
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CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE, CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE, CHÂTEAU MONT REDON 2006 90 Châteauneuf du Pape AOC Châteauneuf du Pape AOC pts
There are no premier cru properties in Châteauneuf-du-Pape but, “A floral, high-toned style, with rose petal, red cherry, damson plum and red licorice notes should that ever happen, Château de Beaucastel will join such icons supported by a hint of kirsch and gentle acidity on the sandalwood-tinged finish.” as Lafite and Mouton in the pantheon of French shrines. Founded in - Wine Spectator 1649, Château de Beaucastel has long been Châteauneuf’s most natu- ral: wine-organic farming and minimal sulfur treatments were sacred Grenache (60%), Syrah (30%), Mourvèdre (8%) and other varietals (2%) principles here long before they became fashion statements elsewhere; and if rave reviews are any indication, Beaucastel is the region’s best Food Match: This is rounded and velvety enough to drink on its own, but otherwise can wine as well... none of Châteauneuf’s seventy-plus estates have gar- be served with spicy food, vegetable dishes, pasta and rice dishes and all types of meat: nered as many 90 point scores, or as many accolades. beef, venison, pheasant and other wild game. Stock #: 14-413 Mourvedre (30%), Grenache (30%), Syrah (10%), and other varietals 750 mL: €42 Food Match: Lamb and other red meats, grilled vegetables and other dishes that use a good amount of olive oil. CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE “LA CRAU” V. TELEGRAPHE 2006 93 Châteauneuf du Pape AOC pts
“A very grippy style, with lots of sweet tapenade, tobacco, hot stone and braised chestnut notes VINTAGE 2007 weaving through a core of dark currant and fig fruit. There’s a nice twinge of lavender on the structured finish.” - Wine Spectator “An inky/ruby/purple color is followed by a glorious nose of blue and black fruits, truffles, pen ink, licorice, 96 and meat juices as well as glorious levels of acidity and sweet tannin, buttressing the fruit’s fabulous freshness pts and vibrancy.” Grenache (65%), Mourvèdre (15%), Syrah (15%), and other varietals (5%). - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-410 750 mL: €90 Food Match: This would work majestically with a tagine of lamb or other similarly slow cooked spicy meat dishes.
Stock #: 14-414 VINTAGE 2006 750 mL: €87
“Its dense plum/ruby/purple color is followed by a big, sweet perfume of black truffles, camphor, earth, incense, 95 new saddle leather, and loads of peppery, blackberry, and herb-infused, meaty, black cherry fruit. Deep, full- pts CÔTES DU RHÔNE VILLAGES “SEGURET TRADITION” 2008 85 bodied, and dense, with sweet tannin. An explosively rich Châteauneuf.” Côtes du Rhône Villages AOC pts - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Stock #: 14-411 750 mL: €90 “The 2008 Côtes du Rhône-Villages Seguret Tradition exhibits a deep ruby color along with wild strawberry, black cherry, lavender, garrigue and spice notes, medium body, and a superficial but well-made, clean style. Mourchon has quickly emerged as one of the leading estates of the Côtes du Rhône village of Seguret.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate VINTAGE 1998 Grenache (80%), Syrah (20%) “A juicy blast of red plum and fig fruit flavors on a racy frame, this also has plenty of spice, tar, plum cake and Food Match: Beef, venison, pheasant and other wild game, strong cheddar cheese. This mineral in reserve, as the finish shows more structure and slowly darkens with time in the glass.” 95 is a robust and complex wine and so will match hearty fare superbly. - Wine Spectator pts Stock #: 14-412 750 mL: €130 Stock #: 14-415 750 mL: €17
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CÔTE-RÔTIE “LA LANDONNE” E. GUIGAL 2003 100 DÉESSE, CHÂTEAU D’ESCLANS 2010 Côte-Rôtie AOC pts Côtes de Provence AOC
“Dense purple to the rim with a nose of graphite, creosote, earth, olives, and black, black, Hints of roasted cocoa and liquorice with a velvety palate offering a beautful blend of black fruits, the primordial, full-bodied, monumental 2003 Côte Rôtie La Landonne is fruit tannins. amazing stuff. I suspect this is more akin to a dry vintage port than most Côte Rôties ever tend to be, but the purity, the richness, the texture, the length are all out of this world.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Syrah (100%) Grenache, Syrah Food Match: This wine is made for game, lamb and braised, grilled or stewed beef. Food Match: Long slow cooked roasts of pork or lamb that may even be a little bit fatty (shoulder of lamb and lamb shanks, for example). It also suits goulash and baked pasta dishes like macaroni & cheese. Stock #: 14-416 Stock #: 14-419 750 mL: €790 750 mL: €26
CÔTE-RÔTIE “LA MOULINE” E. GUIGAL 2003 100 GIGONDAS, M. CHAPOUTIER 2007 / 2008 89 Côte-Rôtie AOC pts Gigondas AOC pts
“The 2003 Côte Rôtie La Mouline is by far the most delicate and elegant wine, but the “An up-front, rounded style, with a mix of damson plum, mulled currant and black tea notes enormous aromatics of spring flowers intermixed with crème de cassis, black raspberry, mocha, framed by a light cedary edge, with a solid, direct finish.” - Wine Spectator caramel, and cola, and enormous full-bodied opulence and striking velvety, seamless texture make for one of the most memorable wines anyone could ever drink.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Syrah (89%), Viognier (11%) Pinot Noir (100%) Food Match: Could easily be consumed on its own without hesitation but it would also Food Match: Spicy meat dishes, up to and including Mexican or North African. go well with lighter meat dishes, especially lamb, as well as hard cheeses. Flavoursome game such as hare and venison, or simply a fine hamburger.
Stock #: 14-417 Stock #: 14-420 750 mL: €790 750 mL: €30
CROZES-HERMITAGE “LES HAUTS GRANITES” J. BOUTIN 2009 SAUMUR CHAMPIGNY VIEILLES VIGNES, LANGLOIS 2004 Crozes-Hermitages AOC Saumur Champigny AOC
Exquisite, fresh and lively fruity wine. Crozes-Hermitage is the larger appellation Loire Cabernet Franc has been the subject of a recent makeover to make it more covering vineyards surrounding the world-renowned hill of Hermitage itself, one of the contemporary in style. Had they been looking for a benchmark the authorities needn’t world’s finest wine names. Here the grape reaches its apogee of violet scented fruit with have travelled far beyond this. Smoky-perfumed, bitter chocolate and sweet black/red an undertone of the ‘terroir’ - the perfect volcanic granitic soils of the Massif Central. currant fruit aromatics pepper the nose, indicating a fine vintage. On the palate, the Absolutely delicious. moreish mocha cassis fruit flatters the palate with a generous texture. Syrah (100%) Cabernet Franc (100%) Food Match: Try this spicy blueberry scented wine with venison, wild boar and pungent Food Match: Serve slightly chilled with spring lamb, tuna, salmon or a fluffy cheese and Mediterranean dishes involving olive flavours. Soft enough, however, though to drink herb soufflé. on its own. Stock #: 14-418 Stock #: 14-421 750 mL: €25 750 mL: €22
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DESSERT WINES & SAUTERNES DESSERT WINES & SAUTERNES
CHÂTEAU D’YQUEM 2003 98 CHÂTEAU SUDUIRAUT 2003 95 Sauternes AOC Premier Cru Supérieur pts Sauternes AOC Premier Cru Classé pts
“Subtle and racy, with lemon rind, vanilla cream and dried pineapple. Very spicy and intense. “2003 is a rich, sweet vintage of powerful, full-bodied wines that possess huge levels of glycerin, Full-bodied, with great length and flavor. Electrified yet refined, with medium sweetness and alcohol, and residual sugar.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate a wonderful finish. I love the class of this, and the length. Has afterburners.” - Wine Spectator
Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc Semillion, Sauvignon Blanc Food Match: Such a wine will steal the show, and should perhaps be served on its own Food Match: Try with a pineapple upside-down cake, tarte tatin or crème brûlée. or with some simple biscotti or similar. It would of course enhance any fruit, cream or caramel based dessert, from a simple tarte tatin to crème brûlée. Stock #: 14-422 Stock #: 14-425 750 mL: €390 750 mL: €120
CHÂTEAU D’YQUEM 1988 (HALF BOTTLE) 99 MUFFATO DELLA SALA 2009 96 Sauternes AOC Premier Cru Supérieur pts Umbria IGT pts
“With a honeyed, smoky, orange/coconut/pineapple-scented nose, this powerful wine possesses “The precious 2009 Muffato della Sala is stunning on all levels. Aromas of candied fruit, full body, layers of highly concentrated, extracted flavors, considerable botrytis, and a caramel, honey and marzipan burst from the glass. The mouthfeel is viscous, rich and syrupy sensational finish.” - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate – but there’s enough acidity to keep it from feeling heavy or fat. The hot 2009 vintage has shaped a spectacular Muffato.” - Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc, Grechetto, Semillon, Traminer and Riesling Food Match: Such a wine will steal the show, and should perhaps be served on its own Food Match: Try with a pineapple upside-down cake, tarte tatin or crème brûlée. or with some simple biscotti or similar. It would of course enhance any fruit, cream or caramel based dessert, from a simple tarte tatin to crème brûlée. Stock #: 14-423 Stock #: 14-426 375 mL: €545 500 mL: €35 (from June)
CHÂTEAU RIEUSSEC 2003 95 TOKAJI ASZU, BARON BORNEMISZA (6 PUTTONYOS), 1999 Sauternes AOC Premier Cru Supérieur pts Tokaji-hegyalja, Hungary
“Big, rich and juicy. Voluptuous, with aromas of caramel, apple and light tropical fruit. Full- This is a very special wine, rich rather than sweet. It is only made in extraordinary bodied, round and very sweet, with loads of ripe fruit and a long butterscotch and piecrust vintages, when climatic conditions are perfect: about three or four vintages per decade. aftertaste. Viscous texture.” It is a light golden amber colour, with spicy notes on the nose. There is an excellent - Wine Spectator balance of fruit and acidity with dominant flavours of honey, combined with mineral and toasty characteristics. Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc Furmint (100%) Food Match: Such a wine will steal the show, and should perhaps be served on its own Food Match: Perfect as an aperitif or with sweets. Serving temperature: 12˚C or with some simple biscotti or similar. It would of course enhance any fruit, cream or caramel based dessert, from a simple tarte tatin to crème brûlée. Stock #: 14-424 Stock #: 14-427 750 mL: €120 500 mL: €65
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GRAPPA PORT
GRAPPA DI BAROLO, GAJA QUINTA DE ERVAMOIRA, RAMOS PINTO 92 10 Year Old Tawny pts
Full and round, with spicy notes that are accentuated in the long, lingering finish. “Lusciously spicy, with flavors that roll off the tongue, including butterscotch, dried apricot, spiced cherry and white pepper. The intensely creamy finish is filled with hazelnut and cocoa.” - Wine Spectator
Nebbiolo (100%) Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca Drink suggestion: Drink on its own, lightly chilled. Food Match: After dinner, on its own or with some good cheese.
Stock #: 14-428 Stock #: 14-431 500 mL: €35 750 mL: €28
GRAPPA SPERSS, GAJA QUINTA DO BOM RETIRO, RAMOS PINTO 93 20 Year Old Tawny pts
Delicate golden color. Attractive aromas of ripe fruits, hazelnuts and raisins. Good “Very rich and full of pure-tasting flavors of toffee, butterscotch and caramel, with light fruity body and a round, full finish. notes of dried cherry and apricot. There’s a long, glorious finish of hazelnut and cream.” - Wine Spectator
Nebbiolo (100%) Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Tinta Barroca, Touriga Franca, Tinto Cão Drink suggestion: Drink on its own, lightly chilled. Food Match: After dinner, on its own or with some good cheese.
Stock #: 14-429 Stock #: 14-432 500 mL: €42 750 mL: €50
GRAPPA TIGNANELLO, ANTINORI QUINTA DE ERVAMOIRA 2000, RAMOS PINTO 91 Vintage Port pts
Clear, brilliant silvery appearance. Perfumed aromas are waxy (candlewax, crayons), “This seductive, sexy, accessible, forward vintage port boasts a dense purple color as well as then spicy, fruity notes emerge, in particular raisin and plum. Becomes more bread copious quantities of jammy red and black fruits intermixed with smoke, earth, and licorice. and pastry-like with aeration. A soft light entry builds into a mouthfilling, spicy profile Sweet, layered, and full-bodied, it will be at its finest between 2007-2020.” that’s medium to full bodied, dryish, with spicy dried fruits (especially plum). Finishes - Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate dry, light and oily. Aftertaste of sultana followed by a faint cocoa fade. Sangiovese (80%), Cabernet Sauvignon (15%),Cabernet Franc (5%) Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Barroca. Drink suggestion: Drink on its own, lightly chilled. Food Match: After dinner, on its own or with some good cheese.
Stock #: 14-430 Stock #: 14-433 700 mL: €30 750 mL: €60
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ABSOLUT VODKA BACARDI GOLD RUM
Absolut is made exclusively from natural ingredients. Still, that purity has a certain Bacardi Gold rum is manufactured in Puerto Rico where it is distilled from fermented taste: rich, full-bodied and complex, yet smooth and mellow with a distinct character molasses. It is then filtered through charcoal and aged in charred oak barrels for between of fine grain. 1 and 2 years. Unlike Bacardi Superior, Bacardi Gold is only filtered once.
Drink suggestion: An excellent vodka for mixed drinks, including with soda, tomato Drink suggestion: Definitely a rum for mixed drinks, ideally cocktails as it may not be juice or tonic. the best choice for sodas (eg: Rum and Coke).
Stock #: 14-434 Stock #: 14-437 700 mL: €16 1000 mL: €16
AMARETTO DI SARONNO (DISARONNO) BACARDI SUPERIOR RUM
The origins of Disaronno Amaretto reach all of the way back to 1525 during the Italian Bacardi Superior Rum is the original Bacardi rum, dating back to 1862. 150 years later, Renaissance and is an elixer made from brandy, apricot kernels and a special recipe Bacardi Superior is now manufactured in Puerto Rico, but the recipe remains largely of spices. The initial flavor is dominated by smooth almond and fades into a hint of the same. A unique strain of yeast discovered in the Cuban sugarcane fields is used to bitterness before the sweet apricot takes over and lingers for an exceptionally long time. produce Bacardi Superior rum. The rum is filtered through charcoal, a process pioneered by Bacardi, before and after it is aged in oak barrels for at least one year.
Drink suggestion: An Amaretto Sour, of course. Drink suggestion: The preferred rum for moquitos or for mixing with fruit juices or soda. It can even be enjoyed solo, over rocks.
Stock #: 14-435 Stock #: 14-438 700 mL: €18 1000 mL: €16
ANGOSTURA BITTERS BAILEY’S IRISH CREAM
Possibly the most popular brand of bitters, Angostura should be considered a must The iconic blend of fresh Irish cream, spirits and Irish Whiskey. Introduced in 1974, when stocking a bar of any seriousness. The story begins with Johann Gottlieb Benjamin the Baileys name, and the R.A. Bailey signature, are both fictional and were inspired by Siegert, a German doctor who found himself in Angostura, Venezuela, in 1824 where he the Bailey’s Hotel in London. created this secret blend of tropical herbs and plants with the intent of curing a variety of illnesses. The brand is now produced in Trinidad and the blend is still a well-kept, but much appreciated secret. Drink suggestion: Bitters are an ingredient in many classic cocktails, such as the Old Drink suggestion: While there are a myriad of uses for this time-honoured liqueur, Fashioned. Just a few dahes will do, and they are not meant to be consumed solo. Baileys is best served simply over ice. As a double.
Stock #: 14-436 Stock #: 14-439 200 mL: €12 1000 mL: €22
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BOMBAY SAPPHIRE GIN CHIVAS REGAL 12 YEAR OLD
“Bombay Sapphire Gin has perfumed juniper, bitter citrus, and brown spice nose; smooth Chivas Regal 12 years old serves up a rich, smooth blended scotch with an emphasis entry; a glycerous, medium-bodied palate; pungent, spicy juniper notes.” on Speyside origins. It compares very well to other 12 year old blends; is smooth with - Beverage Testing Institute notes of sweet honey, hazelnut, creamy vanilla, ocean spray of sea salt and heather. There is a slight peat/smoke taste on the finish.
Drink suggestion: Nothing is more refreshing on a hot day than an ice cold gin and Food Match: On its own, either neat or over ice, or in cocktails such as a Rusty Nail. tonic.
Stock #: 14-440 Stock #: 14-443 750 mL: €15 750 mL: €30
CANADIAN CLUB RYE WHISKY CHIVAS REGAL 18 YEAR OLD
This famous whisky played a major role in history as the “unofficial” whisky of Chivas Regal 18 Year Old has been created by using whiskies matured for at least 18 Prohibition. Located just over the border in Windsor, Canada, Canadian Club was years which has resulted in this very special Whisky. Exceptional richness with aromas able to continue legally producing whisky between 1920 and 1933 when the sale of of buttery toffee, dark chocolate and dried fruit. Hints of spices and smoke combine to beverage alcohol was prohibited in the United States. Apparently, CC was a favorite of produce a long, warm finish. Fans of blended Scotch will like this bottle. Al Capone, who operated a lucrative business smuggling the spirit across the Detroit River to thirsty Americans. Drink suggestion: Wonderful when served with ginger ale, over ice, it can also be used Food Match: Serve over ice or with a little water. Superb with smoked Scottish in any cocktail requiring whiskey. salmon.
Stock #: 14-441 Stock #: 14-444 1000 mL: €18 750 mL: €60
CAOL ILA 12 YEAR OLD ISLAY SCOTCH COINTREAU
The quintessential dram for those who enjoy Islay Scotch. The nose is a smoke-storm A strong zesty nose with a clear bitterness and a mild suggestion of heat. In the mouth of burning peaty embers. It’s almost like running through a field of burning barley. you get an immediate mix of sweet and bitter orange, all with a very bright, natural This Islay distillery may be less famous than some of its neighbours but is very highly flavour to them. The bitter orange intensifies after the initial sip, and brings with it a rated. definite dryness. There is a fairly powerful burn during the middle, and a lingering heat through to the end. The long finish leaves a fresh orange taste to linger, with a bitterness that fades in to a mild sweetness. Food Match: Savour this alone, but with friends. Drink suggestion: a Cosmopolitan, of course.
Stock #: 14-442 Stock #: 14-445 700 mL: €36 700 mL: €15
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COURVOISIER XO COGNAC GRAND MARNIER
“Deep amber copper color. Complex aromas of ginger cookie, anise seed, fig bread, suede, A deep golden amber colour, with a medium Cognac nose that has a slight heat to it. praline and vanilla pudding follow through on a round, supple entry to a fruity-yet-dry There is a a mild orange background, which has a notably bitter edge. On sipping you medium-to-full body with tangy dried citrus, cola, and cocoa notes. Finishes with a long, get a strong bitter-sweet orange flavour which is followed up by some Cognac notes and smooth, warming fade. A very elegant, nuanced and stylish XO.” a slight burn. This burn continues through a long finish that has a nice mixture of bitter - Beverage Testing Institute and sweet orange hints behind the Cognac.
Drink suggestion: Straight up after a meal. Drink suggestion: a proper Margherita, of course.
Stock #: 14-446 Stock #: 14-449 700 mL: €100 700 mL: €20
DEWAR’S 12 YEAR OLD SCOTCH GREY GOOSE VODKA
Dewar’s 12 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky has a nose that presents as a complex “Medium-bodied. Anise, citrus peel, herbs, minerals. Soft, rounded texture. Plush palate blended Scotch whisky at first but with time some toffee notes arrive nicely backed by with a delicate edge. Shows off rich fruit elements surrounded by beautiful aromatics. Lovely the grain notes. Some good oak spice is also prevalent along with some heather. The fragrance holds forth as backnotes of lighter spice and stone are discerned. A sensational, finish is dry with some cleansing maltiness, a surprisingly long finish that is complex elegant drink.” - Beverage Testing Institute and warming.
Drink suggestion: Probably best to drink this straight, at room temperature, but it can Drink suggestion: This vodka will do well with a good chill and a lemon twist. also be used in a myriad of cocktails.
Stock #: 14-447 Stock #: 14-450 1000 mL: €28 1000 mL: €39
FERNET BRANCA HENDRICK’S GIN
Fernet-Branca is a dark liqueur with a bitter, black licorice flavor. It was originally invented in Italy in 1845 as a stomach medicine. These days, its actual “medicinal” “Clear. Delicate aromas of cucumber, rose, honeyed citrus and floral juniper with a satiny properties seem suspect — although, lots of people swear that it’s a magical hangover dry-yet-fruity medium-full body with a long, elegant and smooth finish. A sensationally cure — but it’s a great spirit in its own right, and just a little bit adds a whole lot of flavorful and seamless gin.” - Beverage Testing Institute flavor to a cocktail.
Drink suggestion: Our favourite is the Toronto Cocktail: 2 ounces of Canadian Club, 1/4 ounce Fernet Branca, 1/4 ounce simple syrup (sugar or maple), 2 dashes of Drink suggestion: Would make a fantastic cucumber martini. Angostura bitters and cracked ice: stir for 20 seconds and strain into a glass. Stock #: 14-448 Stock #: 14-451 700 mL: €15 1000 mL: €26
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HENNESSY XO COGNAC KAHLUA
The term XO was coined for this very Cognac by Maurice Hennessy in the 19th Kahlua is a rich, dark brown coffee liqueur made from the finest Mexican coffee, with Century. XO is a blend of 100 different eau de vie aged for up to 30 years, with the fine cane spirits and a hint of vanilla. It also contains sugar, corn syrup and vodka, and youngest being 10 years old and the oldest 30 years. It was originally created as the has a thicker body than most other alcoholic beverages. private blend for the Hennessy family. The nose has lovely toffee and spice notes with distinct wood and spice on the palate.
Drink suggestion: You could enjoy this with a cigar, but we prefer it all on its own. Drink suggestion: White Russians or Espresso Martinis.
Stock #: 14-452 Stock #: 14-455 700 mL: €160 700 mL: €17
JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK LABEL MACALLAN 12 YEAR OLD, FINE OAK SPEYSIDE SCOTCH
Johnnie Walker Black is a blend of around 40 whiskies, very well put together. The nose This legendary single malt is triple cask matured for a minimum of 12 years in a unique, is quite full. There are notes of winter spice and treacle, hints of white pepper and a little complex combination of Spanish oak casks seasoned with sherry, American oak casks citrus. The palate is quite rich and full. There are notes of wood smoke and dry spice, seasoned with sherry and American oak casks seasoned with bourbon. This triple hints of barley and cereal with creamy toffee and a distinct herbal note. The finish is combination delivers an extraordinarily smooth, delicate yet complex single malt. The quite fruity and long with a note of sultanas and mixed peels. nose offers a hint of fruit and vanilla while on the palate it is balanced with oak and spice. Drink suggestion: On its own or in premium cocktails. Drink suggestion: Enjoy with nothing added or lengthen over ice with soda and a wedge of lime for a refreshing experience.
Stock #: 14-453 Stock #: 14-456 700 mL: €28 700 mL: €70
JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABEL MACALLAN ESTATE RESERVE, SPEYSIDE SCOTCH
Johnnie Walker’s most prestigious whisky. Probably THE most famous super-premium A Scotch with a deep character and intense palate, the Estate Reserve is aged in a selection blend, made up of the finest old-aged malt and grain whiskies. The Cristal of the blended of special casks that include sherry oak and a handful of American bourbon, but features whisky world. traditional sherry-seasoned hogshead casks. The whisky possesses a magnitude of flavour A statement whisky, Blue Label’s bold, multi-layered palate and silky delivery ensure and great depth, though the fragrance alludes to something softer and sweeter with that it sits unchallenged at the top of the Johnnie Walker pile. fruits, ginger, vanilla and citrus playing large roles. The palate is consumed with citrus and wood in a rich texture that is quite seductive. Drink suggestion: Neat, or with a single ice cube. Drink suggestion: Neat.
Stock #: 14-454 Stock #: 14-457 700 mL: €165 700 mL: €240
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OBAN 14 YEAR OLD, HIGHLAND SCOTCH PATRÓN GRAN PLATINUM TEQUILA
Originally founded in 1794, Oban is a true classic with an amber color, an assertive, The agaves for this distinct tequila are hand selected for their high sugar content. round nose, and a rich, slightly viscous body. On the palate, it is dry with malty and The tequila is triple distilled and then rested in oak tanks for a short time, making it fruity undertones. It has a wonderfully smooth and aromatic finish. extraordinarily smooth and full-bodied. The colour is crystal clear and bright with a taste of light, fresh agave, citrus, fruit and very faint oak wood. The finish is long-lasting with black pepper.
Drink suggestion: Neat, or with a cube or two of ice. Food Match: Drink this alone and savour it!
Stock #: 14-458 Stock #: 14-461 700 mL: €50 750 mL: €260
PATRÓN SILVER TEQUILA PIMMS NO. 1
Produced only from the best hand-selected Weber blue agave, it is triple distilled and Pimm’s No. 1 is a gin-based liquor made in England from dry gin, liqueur, fruit juices then slightly aged in wood to be exceptionally smooth and full-bodied. Crystal clear and spices. It was created in 1859 by the English oyster bar owner James Pimm. The in colour, this tequila offers aromas of fresh agave with fruit and citrus. The taste is recipe is still a secret, and only six persons know exactly how it is made. Pimm’s No. 1 smooth and sweet with hints of citrus and some light pepper on the finish. has a dark, golden-brown colour, a medium body and a taste of citrus fruits and spice. It is either served on the rocks or used in cocktails.
Food Match: It can be paired with seafood (light fish and shellfish), chicken and fresh Drink suggestion: A Pimm’s Cup: there are many variations, but the classic is with 7-Up fruit. / Sprite and some cucumber and lemon slices for a garnish.
Stock #: 14-459 Stock #: 14-462 750 mL: €40 700 mL: €12
PATRÓN AÑEJO TEQUILA ZACAPA 23 YEAR OLD RUM
A delicate blend of unique tequilas aged in small, white French oak barrels for at least This first-class Guatemalan rum is made from virgin sugar cane honey rather than 12 months. The colour is a clear, warm amber. Aromas of medium oak wood, vanilla molasses, which is a byproduct of the sugar-making process. This results in a finer, and raisins with faint hints of citrus. On the palate it is smooth and sweet. The wood is sweeter, smoother rum. Aged like Sherry, the rum is very dark - mahogony with coppery distinct and complemented by vanilla, raisins and honey with a hint of melon. On the tints - and has a clove, cocoa, cinnamon and orange peel-scented nose. The palate is finish it offers caramel and smoky notes. sweet and smooth, with cocoa, orange and honey flavors and a sensuous, viscous texture. It finishes long and smooth. Food Match: Hearty vegetables, pasta and rich meats such as beef and lamb. Drink suggestion: On its own, with a little bit of ice.
Stock #: 14-460 Stock #: 14-463 750 mL: €55 700 mL: €60
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