Wednesday, April 29th, 2015

Bordeaux Prestige Collection

Arriving Late May

2010 and 2011 Vintage Collections

The Duclot Limited Edition Collection consists of nine bottles from the top properties in Bordeaux in a specially made, handcrafted wood case. This is the only collection of its type to include Petrus.

Groupe Duclot Bordeaux Prestige Collection Case 2010 Vintage ($15,999.95) $13,999 special, 2 sets available
Includes one bottle each of the following wines in a custom wood case:

Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2010 750ML
Robert Parker 100 points “The 2010 is one of the most impressive two-year-old Cheval Blancs I have tasted in 34 years in this profession…I like the description from the estate’s administrator, Pierre Lurton, who said it tasted like “liquid cashmere,” a perfect expression, despite the wine’s structure and intensity.… Read the rest

Monday, April 27, 2015
Flash Sale
Quintessa Red, Rutherford 2011 750ML ($149.95) $99 special, 5 bottles available
Wine Enthusiast 93 points “Cellar Selection: For the 2011 vintage, Winemaker Charles Thomas blended Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot from the winery’s 280-acre biodynamic and organically farmed estate in the heart of Rutherford. The effect is memorable, the wine pungent in red plum and cherry. Light, layered and elegantly smooth on the palate, it has a backdrop of black pepper and clove. Cellar through 2025.”

Stephen Tanzer 91 points “(94% cabernet with 4% merlot, 1% cab franc and 1% petit verdot): Full ruby-red. Inviting aromas of spicy red and black fruits, licorice, wild herbs and pepper. Juicy and spicy, showing more density and purity of fruit than the Faust bottling.… Read the rest

Saturday, April 25th, 2015

Stealth Sale

Cabernet for Cabernet Lovers

Arriving April 30th- Supplies are limited

Abeja Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley 2012 750ML ($49.95) $41.90 pre-arrival special
Winery note “This is the varietal that we believe will increasingly be recognized as the icon varietal of Washington State and comprises the majority of our production. This Cabernet is stylish, elegant, and impeccably balanced. We accomplish this by meticulous viticultural management, utilization of a rare sorting system, gentle handling of the fruit and the wine, customized practices for every lot no matter how small, and carefully selected French oak.”

This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
The average price is $47
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Barolo 2010

New Arrivals

The Giovanni Rocca estate consists of several vineyards comprising 37 acres of vineyards in the much prized Montforte d’Alba region.… Read the rest

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Might Makes White
Olivier Leflaive
Arrived yesterday:
Domaine Olivier Leflaive Charmes, Meursault Premier Cru 2011 750ML ($119.95) $99 special, 6 bottles available
Wine Spectator 94 points “Starts out rich and smooth, with peach, apple, vanilla and clove notes, turning tight and compact on the finish. A vivid acidity underpins this white, leading to a lingering aftertaste. Best from 2016 through 2025. 37 cases imported.”

Maison Olivier Leflaive Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2011 ($149.95) $115 special, 24+ bottles available
Wine Spectator 94 points “This is well-marked by new oak, with plenty of stuffing underneath. Notes of lime, white flowers, apple, sweet spice and petrol ride a wave of vibrant acidity as this stays linear and defined through the long finish.… Read the rest

Wednesday, April 15th, 2015

Repricement!

Hall Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2012 750ML ($59.95) Was $49, Now $39, 36+ bottles available
Antonio Galloni 88-90 points “Hall’s 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon is laced with attractive plum, mocha, licorice, spices and menthol notes. This juicy, highly expressive Cabernet Sauvignon is shaping up beautifully. It should drink well pretty much upon release.” AG

This is the lowest listed price in the USA today!
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Bandol

Along the southern coast of France and within the wine region of Provence is the prestigious appellation of Bandol. Although the AOC was created in 1941, winemaking in this area dates back to Roman times. Red, white and rose wines are made, with an emphasis on Mourvèdre, a spicy, rich grape originally from Spain.… Read the rest