wine specials Prices effective August 2017 zupans.com 2015 Bodegas Borsao, Garnacha Campo de Borja, Spain Harvested from vineyards that lay under the watchful presence of the region's highest mountain, Moncayo. Cherry red with violet nuances, this wine has a ripe fruit nose with floral tones. It's a full-bodied wine that is spicy with a complex & long aftertaste. $9.25 2014 Mustiguillo Mestizaje, Bobal La Mancha, Spain 91 points, The Wine Advocate! Mestizaje is a blend of 78% Bobal with Garnacha, Syrah, Tempranillo, and Merlot. There is superb integration of the oak here and a very aromatic profile on the nose full of flowers and red berries with hints of aromatic herbs. The pleasant palate is medium-bodied, supple, and the result is an easily drinkable wine. $14.99 2008 La Perla del Priorat, Noster Templari Priorat, Spain La Perla del Priorat, one of Priorat's oldest wineries, was founded by the Carthusian monks of Scala Dei in the 15th century. It's a dark cherry red, with intense aromas of mature cherries, black currants and figs. Full-bodied & well-balanced with rich tannins & layers of mature tobacco, cacao and mild spices that slowly evaporate on a long & elegant finish. $31.99 2010 Cune, Gran Reserva Rioja Rioja, Spain Certain wines exude a sense of elevated excellence, and this one gets to that level via aromas of spice cake, baked plum and tobacco. A stocky, saturated palate is structured and built to age, while tasting of cool blue fruits, herbs, coffee, and chocolate. A smoothly textured finish deals cocoa and mocha notes. $35.99 2013 Fernández Gómez, Crianza Rioja, Spain This Crianza is a blend of grapes from 6 different Tempranillo vineyards owned by the Fernández Gómez family in the Rioja Alavesa region of D.O. Rioja. By nature a thinner-skinned grape, this Tempranillo is characterized by a crimson red color and masculine, savory aromas and flavors. Light sage and cigar smoke are balanced by ripe red fruits and medium-plus tannins. $15.99 2005 Muriel, Gran Reserva Rioja Rioja, Spain Dried cherry, licorice, tobacco, and tea flavors mingle in this maturing red. The texture is round and polished, with a light grip and bright, orange peel acidity. Harmonious and vibrant. $30.25 An exclusive, complimentary service for Zupan’s customers: in partnership with Willamette Wine Storage, Zupan’s Markets will deliver your wine purchases to your private wine storage locker. For more info, visit a Zupan’s Wine Steward or their website—willamettewinestorage.com. wine specials Prices effective August 2017 zupans.com 2013 La Solana La Mancha, "Pago Florentino" Tempranillo La Mancha, Spain 2013 is drinking fantastic now! This wine has a toasted pistachio, BBQ and spice nose. Big & ripe stone fruits upfront are mixed with smoky ash & the Pago character trait of bacon fat that is unlike anything else you will drink! Well-balanced tannins make this wine work with so many dishes. $22.25 2016 Laxas, Albariño Galicia, Spain This white is broad and dense, delivering pear, melon and tarragon flavors with leesy and briny notes. It's supported by firm, smoky acidity. Balanced, bold and rich! $ 17.97 2015 Bolo, Godello Galicia, Spain A beautiful white wine, the vines are aged 10 to 40 years & the vineyard is farmed organically. The wine has aromas of white flowers, wet stone, and hints of citrus while the palate is a complex unfolding tapestry of citrus, lychee, spice, minerals, and hints of iodine. This layered wine has great energy and verve, and a depth rarely seen from a Godello-based wine. $ 17.97 2015 Duquesa de Valladolid, Verdejo Rueda, Spain Intense aromas of fresh herbs, cut grass, tropical fruits, and mineral notes. The palate shows nice weight & the finish is surprisingly long for a Verdejo. This is a wine that punches above its price tag! $10.75 2016 Avinyó Vi d'Agulla, Petillant Blanc Penedès, Spain Petillant is a vi d’agulla, the Catalan name for prickly wine. This vibrant and refreshing wine is the traditional summertime quaffer of the Penedès region of Catalonia. Bright honeysuckle and almond on the nose. Bracingly dry on the palate, with flavors of lemon peel and a faint brininess. $14.75 2016 Parés Baltà, Blanc de Pacs Catalonia, Spain Young and fresh organic wine from Penedès made with 3 characteristic grapes of Cava, Macabeo, Xarel-lo harvested from the Parés Baltà estate. On the nose, there are strong aromas of pear & apple. In the mouth, it's fresh with a good acidity, which results in a soft wine & an intense sensation of fruits and freshness on the finish. $11.99 Did you know? All monthly wine specials purchased by the case are discounted by 15%. In addition, purchase any combination of six bottles or more and receive a 10% discount. Exceptions include wines already at case price and a few selected limited edition and super premium wines. Please ask your Wine Steward for details..