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March/April 2013
ITALIAN WINES 90 PLUS
2010 Lucente $23.99
“Over the past few months many 2010 Tuscan wines have been
released and they have been some of the finest examples we have
ever seen from their producers. The 2010 vintage is among one of
the best I have seen in my 15 years of buying Italian wines. Here
are some value driven highlights of this extraordinary vintage that
are sure to over deliver.
James Suckling 93 Points
Fascinating aromas of ripe berries and hints of
coconut and vanilla bean follow through to a
full body, with super silky tannins and a long
and intense finish. Lots going on here.
Excellent value...so excellent now.
2010 Badiola Mazzei $14.99
2010 Duemani CiFRA $25.99
Wine Spectator 92 Points
“Black cherry and currant flavors are accented
by violet notes in this structured, muscular red.
This shows density and grip, as the spice- and
mineral-accented finish lingers. best from 2014
through 2020
Release $33; Wine House $25.99
Robert Parker’s The
Wine Advocate 93 Points
The 2010 CiFRA bursts from the glass with
juicy red cherries, flowers, mint, spices and
licorice. There is a purity and naked expression of the fruit that is
great. Sweet floral notes are woven throughout, giving the CiFRA
a raciness that is incredibly appealing. The CiFRA was vinified and
aged in cement. This is a great showing from Duemani. Anticipated
maturity: 2012-2018. Antonio Galloni
2010 Villa Pillo Syrah $15.99
A brooding, inky red, sporting plum, blueberry
and roasted meat aromas and flavors. This is
concentrated, coating the dense tannins easily
and achieving a sense of equilibrium. Fine length. Best from 2014
through 2024. 500 cases made. –BS
Sassicaia’s 2nd Label
2010 Tenuta San Guido
Guidalberto $36.99
2010 Argiano
Non Confunditur $17.99
Release Price $55; Wine House $36.99
2 or More $31.99
Intense aromas of dried cherries and plums
with hints of rose stem. Full body, with fine
tannins and a crisp and delicious finish. Very yummy. Drink now
or hold. JS
James Suckling writes: “This is really beautiful
and balanced with refined tannins and a
focused, beautiful ripe cherry and raspberry
fruit. Long and super silky. Better in 2014 but
so delicious now. Best NG ever from Argiano.”
2010 Sette Ponti Oreno $64.99
2010 Brancaia Tre
Rosso Toscana $17.99
“A pleasing wine with juicy berry and plum
character with hints of peaches and chocolate.
Medium to light body, with fine tannins and a
fresh finish. Savory. A blend as always of
Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now.” 90
Points James Suckling
2010 Tenuta dell’Ornellaia
Le Volte $21.99
Wine Advocate 90 Points
The 2010 Le Volte dell’Ornellaia is big, juicy
and expressive in this vintage. There is
firmness of tannin that is unusual for this wine
but that works beautifully here in preserving
freshness and structure. Dark red cherries, flowers, mint and licorice
are some of the many notes that emerge from this beautifully
balanced Le Volte. In 2010 the blend is 50% Merlot, 30%
Sangiovese and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and
Petit Verdot. As always, Le Volte is made from a blend of estategrown grapes and purchased wine. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017.
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Release Price $109.99, Wine House Price
$64.99. James Suckling 96 Points,
The soils that produce the fruit for Oreno are a blend of clay, sand
and the stony galestro limestone that is special to Tuscany. Clusters
are reduced to one or two per stalk in May to assure maximum
quality when they are hand harvested in autumn. In the winery,
grapes are hand sorted and destemmed. Fermentation occurs in a
combination of temperature-controlled and lined, open-top tanks,
followed by malolactic fermentation. Oreno is aged in French Allier
barriques and in bottle before release. “A full, rich red, with pure
cherry, floral, licorice and spice aromas and flavors. Balanced and
graceful, with a lingering aftertaste of sweet fruit and spice. Should
get even better with a few years of aging. Merlot, Cabernet
Sauvignon and Petit Verdot...” (Wine Spectator) “Love the aromas
to this red with currants, blackberries and hints of dark truffles. Fullbodied, with beautifully crafted tannins that are creamy and seamless. Fabulous refinement and length. Leave it in your cellar for at
least four or five years. But impressive to taste or drink now. A blend
of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. One of best
Orenos ever made since its inception in 1999.” (James Suckling)
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BURGUNDY
2010 Domaine Laroche Chablis
Cuvée Saint Martin $19.99
Great structure. The bouquet is filled with flint, peach and gravelly,
stony aromas.
Cuvée Saint Martin is a blend of the best plots
of Domaine Laroche in the Chablis appellation.
All plots are located on Kimmeridgian soil with a west to northwest
orientation. Thanks to the diverse nuances of these sources, they
bring richness and complexity to the final cuvée. Intense with hints
of ripe white fruit and spring blossoms. Ripe fruit balanced by zesty
acidity; lingering fruity finish.- Importer’s Notes
2010 Romain Collet Chablis
“Valmur” Grand Cru $45.99
Pour a glass of this and you will know instantly
that you are experiencing Grand Cru magic:
pulsing color, the fruit fills the glass and your
senses. Mouth filling, rich and fragrant. White
fruits and minerally texture on the palate. Very
elegant, yet possessing power and strength. Quite remarkable.
2008 Domaine Henri Prudhon St. Aubin Blanc
“Les Castets” 1er Cru $31.99
“Les Clos” Grand Cru $45.99
“This offers a slight step up in aromatic elegance and depth with a
very fresh lemon and dried rose petal nose that is trimmed in anise
hints that are also picked up by the attractively textured and nicely
concentrated middle weight flavors that evidence a light minerality
on the precise and energetic finish. Fine quality from young vine
fruit.” Burghound (BH)
We are honored to have been offered this
first-time effort by Romain with “Les Clos”
vineyard. The first of many more to come.
The world-class quality of this vineyard in
undeniable. Romain made one cuvee from 40year-old vines. Its presence in the glass shows its breed. Fresh, open
fruit with a kiss of citrus and beguiling stoniness leading to floral
whispers. On the palate, well, this is where the magic of “Les Clos”
really shines through. Length, balance, nerve and acidity. A very
memorable wine.
2008 Domaine Henri Prudhon St. Aubin Blanc
“Sur le Sentier du Clou” 1er Cru $31.99
“A pretty and highly expressive is dominated by airy floral aromas
with undertones of grapefruit and lime that introduces rich, fresh
and vibrant medium-bodied flavors that are dry, cool and linear on
the balanced, understated and lingering finish. Lovely juice and
worth considering.” BH 90 Points Outstanding
2008 Domaine Henri Prudhon Chassagne
Montrachet “Les Chenevottes” 1er Cru $46.99
“Mont de Milieu” 1er Cru $39.99
“A more reserved nose of orchard fruit, resin and citrus aromas that
fade seamlessly into intense, fleshy and generous middle weight
flavors that possess ample dry extract, punch, drive and very solid
if not sensational complexity. In particular I like the agreeably dry
and detailed finish that is clean without being commercial.” BH 91
Points Outstanding
Completely vinified in demi-muids 15 years in
age. No “oak” hear folks. Just vigorous, full
flavored fruit, silex, and chalk with abundant
fresh acidity. And that magic of Mont de Mileu
vineyard. A bizou of white flowers in the
aromas and on the palate. This is a keeper. Bravo! Approaching
Grand Cru? Yeah, I would say so. It’s flanked by Montee de
Tonnerre along “Grand Cru Row”.
2010 Domaine Henri Prudhon & Fils PulignyMontrachet “Les Enseignères” Villages $52.99
“An exuberant nose of fresh white flower and lightly spiced pear
aromas precede sappy, delicious, palate staining and persistent
middle weight flavors that possess a seductive mouth feel due to
the ample dry extract. This graceful effort offers outstanding quality
for a villages level vineyard and is recommended.” BH 90 Points
Outstanding
2010 Romain Collet Chablis “Montee
de Tonnerre” 1er Cru $39.99
One cuvee from one parcel with vines of 25 and
45 years. Amazingly, this vineyard looks right
at Grand Cru “Les Clos” and is yet a 1er Cru.
This is your good fortune because of the price.
Zero oak. Lovely bright gold color with floral
and mineral scents that fills the room, not just the glass. A vigorous
stoniness on the palate layered with fresh white peach and citrus.
2010 Domaine Robert Chevillon
Nuits Saint Georges Vieilles Vignes
Villages $59.99
2010 Romain Collet Chablis “Vaillons” 1er Cru $39.99
Three parcels used for this cuvee: two are blocks of 38-year-old
vines making up 20% of the blend, the balance from vines that are
52 years old. Remarkable. The fruit of one block fermented in round
steel, another in foudre and the last in 900-liter oval barrel. Wow!
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“Very mild reduction diminishes only slightly
the red and dark berry fruit aromas that are
pungently earthy where this element continues onto the rich and
impressively scaled flavors that possess a fleshy mouth feel, all
wrapped in a long and mouth coating finish. This brooding and very
serious effort will require 6 to 8 years to be at its best.” 89-91 Points
Burghound
SOUTHERN FRANCE
2011 Domaine du Deffends Champ
du Sesterce Blanc, Vin de Pays de la
Sainte Baume $29.99
2010 Domaine du Deffends Champs
de la Truffière Côteaux-Varois-en
Provence $24.99
Domaine du Deffends is situated in the
foothills of Monts Auréliens running along the
ancient Roman road of the same name. Dry –
farmed vineyards from chalky, clay soil with southeast exposures
in Saint-Maximin la Saint Baume. A blend of 80% Vermentino and
20% Viognier. Old vines, handpicked and Ecocert Certified
Organic. This white is crisp with a lush mid-palate filled with pears,
apricots, and a minerally, clean finish.
Equal parts Syrah and Cabernet Sauvingnon
planted in 1978. Ecocert Certified Organic as well. These guys were
the first to recognize the significance of Syrah and Cabernet
Sauvignon in Provence. Champs de la Truffière is considered “one
of the best reds in Provence” and Champs de la Truffière literally
means “field of truffles” which is actually the case; truffles can be
found right next to where the vines grow. This wine has lush black
currant and black cherry fruit with hints of leather and violets.
A must try.
2012 Chateau La Galiniere Cotes de Provence Rose
“Cuvee le Cengle” Vielles Vignes $12.99
2010 Jean-Louis Tribouley
Les Bacs Vieilles Vignes,
Languedoc Roussillon $25.99
One of our first Rose wines to arrive. This is a blend of Grenache,
Syrah and Cinsault. It has a classic delicate, pale salmon color.
It exudes the warmth and aromas of the Provence region with
spontaneous, crisp, fresh, balanced citrus flavors with a hint of
berries and brioche. The syrah and grenache grapes endow the wine
with an elegant, aromatic balance.
“Slightly richer and fuller, the 2010 Les Bacs
comes from 70-to-80-year-old Grenache vines
(65%) with the balance old vine Carignan and other red field blends.
Also bottled unfined and unfiltered, it offers an elegant bouquet of
sweet cherries, dusty, loamy soil undertones, forest floor, pepper
and Christmas fruitcake. This medium-bodied, complex red is
drinking exceptionally well at the moment, and should continue to
age nicely for several more years.” Robert Parker
2011 Equis (by Maime Graillot)
Equinoxe Crozes-Hermitage $17.99
“Dark as a moonless night, with saturated
purple and garnet reflections on the rim.
The violet flower notes lead to blueberry and black cherry with hints
of cigar box. On the palate, black plum skin and boysenberry notes
are tied in with tobacco, caramel and coconut framed by a broad
consistency with good acidity and plump, well-rounded tannins.”Importers Notes
2010 Jean Louis Tribouley Orchis,
Languedoc Roussillon $28.99
“The 2010 Orchis comes from 100+-year-old
vines, mostly Grenache and the rest unidentified co-mingled field blend. Yields were an
absurdly low 8 hectoliters per hectare, and the
wine was aged in old 500-liter demi-muids before being bottled
unfiltered. This whopper of a wine boasts intense notes of kirsch
liqueur, lavender, licorice, raspberries and earth. Full-bodied, dense,
opulent and rich, this stunning Cotes Catalanes can be drunk over
the next 5-7 years.” Robert Parker 91 Points
2011 Domaine du Coulet Petite Ours Brun
Cotes Du Rhone $18.99
Domaine du Coulet was founded by Matthieu’s grandfather after
WWII, and over the years has supplied grapes to some of the best
known producers in the Northern Rhône, including Chapoutier and
Delas. While his father eschewed the agrarian lifestyle, opting instead for a career in international business, Matthieu knew early on
that he wanted to be a vigneron. In 1998 at the age of only 23, he
took over the family’s 25 acres of well-situated vines on the terraced
hillsides of Cornas. And now he makes this delicious Cotes du
Rhone that is 100% syrah. A “baby” Cornas at a great price!
2011 Domaine Auguste Cotes du
Rhone $34.99
“Two other offerings consumers should keep
an eye out for include the 2011 Cotes du
Rhone. Made from 100% Syrah grown on the
other side of R.N. 7 on flat land, facing the appellation of Cornas,
it exhibits an inky/purple color. Not totally dissimilar from their
magnificent wines of Cornas, it reveals plenty of cassis, blackberry,
camphor, pepper and beefy characteristics, medium to full body and
a delicious personality. It is meant to be consumed in its first 5-6
years of life.” Robert Parker 90 Points
2007 Redortier Côtes-du-Rhône
Beaumes-de-Venise $21.99
The twin sisters Sabine and Isabelle de Menthon beam when they
talk about their 50+ acres of vines in the appellation of Beaumesde-Venise. They are a great source of pride to the sisters who hold
them quite dear. Fifty-year old plantings of Grenache, Syrah and
Counoise from 1574 foot elevations. A must try Rhone red wine
gem that drinks like a Chateauneuf du Pape, some may argue it is
even better at half the price. A perfect BBQ wine. Also try their
2009 Gigondas at $33.99, which is truly delicious as well.
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Also try Clape’s 2011 Le Vin des Amis Vin
de Table de France at $26.99 (100% syrah as
well).
BORDEAUX
AUSTRALIA
2011 Domaine du Seuil
Bordeaux Blanc $16.99
2011 De Luliis Sémillon,
Hunter Valley $19.99
This chateau is a privately-held estate farming
17 of the finest lieu-dits in the Graves, on the
banks of the Ciron River. Native yeasts,
organically farmed, and had harvested: back to
the future in Bordeaux. This wine is made from Sauvignon Blanc
from just two lieu-dits on the right bank of the Garonne. 100%
stainless steel and zero malolactic that makes for a crisp, refreshing,
lean, yet lush white wine.
The Hunter Valley renowned for producing
some of the best Sémillon in the world. “Light
straw-green; the bouquet is crisp and lifted,
with citrus and grass notes, the palate with
good drive, length and balance, and zesty,
citrusy minerality, the finish bone dry.”- James
Halliday 93 Points
A debut to the US market. 100% Haut Medoc and 100% Grand vine
de Bordeaux, not village “a.c.”. Handpicked Cabernet from vines
that were 52 years old in 2006, makes up 80% of this classic. Merlot
rounds it out, with a small 10% of Petit Verdot. Rich, warm colors
in the glass, red fruits with blackberry and a whisper of bay leaf.
Makes for a “dinner table” joy to drink. All sustainably farmed with
natural yeasts and raised in cement and 2-3 year-old barrels.
You have to check out what aged Sémillon
tastes like. It is truly delicious. When this grape
starts to evolve like it is here, you begin
picking up hints of honey and beeswax
intertwined with the citrus fruits. “There is lots
of buttered toast and lemon curd, offset by fresh straw on the
bouquet; the palate is fine and racy, with tangy acidity providing
drive and energy from the lemony start to the toasty finish.” James Halliday 94 Points
2005 De Iuliis Aged Released
Sémillon, Hunter Valley $28.99
2006 Château Valentin Haut-Médoc $24.99
2009 Château Soussans
Margaux $43.99
2010 Eldridge Estate Chardonnay
North Ridge, Victoria $39.99
Margaux that is irresistible right now. Yes, its
charming and caressing style is seductive.
Nearly half of the blend is Merlot from a parcel
on the plain of Macau. The soil is dense with pebbles, as opposed
to gravel and small stones. The cabernet shines with fruit, fresh and
pure. No vanilla, no fairy dust and no “Home Depot”, aka wood/
lumber. Just irresistible, good old-fashioned Margaux at a bargain
in this day of shy-high Bordeaux from the Margaux appellation.
“Aromas of citrus with a little peach entice you to start tasting.
The palate is light but long, starting with citrus and moving on to a
little melon and a bit of almond with a very lively line of acid
keeping it in balance, which makes it perfect with fresh oysters or
seafood risotto.”
2010 De Luliis Shiraz, Hunter Valley $25.99
2009 Brane-Cantenac
Margaux $99.99
A typical savory Hunter style Shiraz with persistent spice and white
pepper characters dominating. The mid-palate displays ripe fruit
characters of cherry, plum, and blackcurrants, combined with subtle
spicy oak and firm but elegant tannins. 95 Points James Halliday
95 Points Robert Parker: “A spectacular
effort from this estate rivaling their 2005, but
more flashy/flamboyant, this dark ruby/purple
wine has a strikingly intense nose of licorice,
flowers, plums and dark berries. Medium to full-bodied, very
approachable and silky, this suave, very sexy wine can be drunk
early on as well as aged for 20+ years.”
2010 Andrew Thomas Wines Shiraz DJV,
Hunter Valley $34.99
“Winemaker Andrew Thomas is renowned for his Sémillons but is
also a master of shiraz. Bright colour; a fragrant bouquet leads into
a silky, supple palate with a core of fresh red fruits, faintly
savoury/earthy nuances on the periphery. Totally seductive and
delicious now, but with a great future. 96 Points!”- James Halliday
2010 Duhart Milon
(Lafite Rothschild) Pauillac $149.99
NEW UPGRADED PARKER SCORE
96 Points Robert Parker: “Dense purple,
with classic notes of cedar and lead pencil
shavings as well as gobs of black currants and
licorice, the wine has a full-bodied mouthfeel
with fabulous precision and density. It also possesses a long, silky
finish with moderately high tannins, but they are ripe and wellintegrated. The wood is clearly pushed to the background in
this dense, full-bodied Pauillac, which should drink beautifully for
30+ years.”
2010 Eldridge Estate Pinot Noir, Victoria $54.99
“Dark shade of garnet that is very enticing. The nose oozes dark
cherry with a hint of maraschino cherry. The palate is rich, powerful
and very long. The flavors begin with dark cherry and a tannic grip
that suggest improvement with some time in the cellar. Eldridge
Estate is a 3 hectares property on Red Hill in Mornignton Peninsula.”
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DOMESTIC REDS
2007 Press Gang Cellars Red Wine
Santa Barbara County $18.99
full bodied Pinot Noir shows rich cherry, pomegranate, cola and
mineral flavors with firm tannins.” The 2009 Pinot is a beautiful
wine that is a real crowd-pleaser.
Kyle Knapp is the winemaker of this new
project. He started at Stolpman as an assistant
winemaker and now currently is assistant winemaker at Beckmen Vineyards. Winemaker
notes: “A Ballard Canyon Syrah based blend with a touch of
Dornfelder from the Huber Ranch in the Santa Rita Hills AVA.
Fermented with 25% whole cluster Syrah in upright 500L french oak
puncheon and aged for 30 months in once used French oak. 95%
Syrah, 5% Dornfelder. Only 85 cases produced.” A great value Syrah!
2009 Priest Ranch Cabernet
Sauvignon Napa Valley $36.99
93 Points Antonio Galloni of Robert
Parker’s Wine Advocate: “The 2009
Cabernet Sauvignon Priest Ranch is quite a bit
more powerful and radiant than the 2010, but
is also quite reticent today. There is plenty of
richness in the glass, but the tannins lack a measure of polish. I am
not sure if the 2009 will ever be as elegant as the 2010, but it is
almost certain to remain more exuberant in style. Dark red berries,
flowers and licorice are all woven into the juicy, expressive finish.
Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024.”
2010 Le P’Tit Paysan Petite Sirah
Monterey County $19.99
Le P’Tit Paysan means “A country man or
woman; peasant; clown; in a country fashion.”
The wine comes from two blocks of Pierce
Ranch Vineyard in southern Monterey County. Winemaker Ian
Brand’s tasting notes: “Aromas of black plum, boysenberry, white
pepper, garrigue and dried cherries. Palate is focused on dark fruit
with soy sauce/umami tones and a brooding minerality. Finishes
with big, juicy boysenberry and black plum fruit, chewy, mouth
coating tannins, and white pepper.”
2011 Paul Hobbs Winery Pinot Noir
Russian River Valley $49.99
Just released and will not last long is the
top-selling Pinot from Paul Hobbs. Limited so
you’ll need to hurry. Winemaker notes: “Deep
violet in color, this lush pinot noir offers
aromas of wild berries, rose petals and cola. The
juicy wine envelopes your palate with bright raspberry, plum, clove,
cocoa and vanilla which seamlessly leads to a long, toasty finish.”
2009 Le P’Tit Paysan Meritage
Monterey County $19.99
The 2009 Meritage is produced from three
vineyards with very different soils (granitic,
shale based and shale and limestone marl) and
microclimates to yield a balanced and complex wine. The 2009
Bordeaux blend is great approachable red, but shows good
complexity and balance. There are hints of berries with undertones
of cedar and tobacco, but the mouthfeel is lively with darker fruit
flavors. A great deal at this price!
2010 Joseph Phelps Vineyards
Cab. Sauv. Napa Valley $59.99
94 Points Antonio Galloni of Robert
Parker’s Wine Advocate: “The 2010
Cabernet Sauvignon is beautiful. Scents of pain
grille, mocha, black currants, spices and plums
emerge from this deep, resonant wine. The 2010 possesses stunning
textural depth and richness, not to mention phenomenal overall
balance. Readers who want to get a sense of the 2010 vintage
without spending a huge amount of money may want to start here.
This is a dazzling wine, especially within its price range. The 2010
is 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot.
Anticipated maturity: 2014-2025.”
2011 Calera Wine Company
Pinot Noir Central Coast $23.99
Calera Wine Company continues to produce
excellent values in the marketplace. This 2011
Pinot Noir is no exception. Winemakers
Notes: “Plum, pomegranate, pink rose petal, boysenberry and the
slightest hint of watermelon candy dance from this 2011 Central
Coast Pinot Noir. It’s full of boysenberry and spicy cherries jubilee
character with nice brightness and delightful flavors of black
raspberry and sweet oak. A bit of tartness accents the soft, flowing
texture and lively finish.”
2009 Dunn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
Howell Mountain $99.99
2009 Kessler-Haak Estate Grown
Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills $28.99
With only 150 cases produced, this is easily
one of our more exciting finds from Sta. Rita
Hills. Winery notes: “Estate grown fruit, made
in a style of dry elegance. This young, lovely
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96+ Points Antonio Galloni of Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate:
“The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain has more energy
and focus than the Napa Valley bottling. Iron, graphite, red fruits,
dried flowers are some of the many notes that take shape in this
deep, complex, powerful wine. I imagine the 2009 will still be
spectacular at age 30. For now, it needs at least another handful of
years of cellaring to drink well. Huge veins of minerality support
the huge fruit, giving the wine much of its pure tension and vitality.
This is going to be a fascinating wine to follow over the coming
decades. Anticipated maturity: 2019-2039.”
DOMESTIC WHITES
2011 Solena Estate Pinot Gris
Willamette Valley $16.99
Winemaker notes: “Lemon, brioche and honeysuckle overlaying
crushed seashells and flinty minerality. Citrus and orchard fruit
flavors with hints of challah and lime zest. The palate is surprisingly
creamy and rich, but the structure and acid of the wine maintains
focus. This Chardonnay is absolutely approachable without
sacrificing complexity or composition.
Another new visitor to the Wine House is an
excellent Pinot Gris from Oregon. We liked it
so much were also pouring the wine in our
restaurant by the glass. Winemaker Laurent
Montalieu Tasting Notes: “Inviting bright clear
color with a touch of green hues. The nose is
sweet and floral with notes of orange blossom,
vanilla, honeysuckle and graham crackers.
Juicy exotic fruits are adding to the taste with flavors of lemon and
passion fruit then lingers with white pear and finishes with a crisp
citrucy, almost mineral character, that shows its 100% Willamette
Valley origin.”
2010 Chateau St. Jean Chardonnay
Robert Young Vineyard
Alexander Valley $21.99
Over 100 6-packs have sold! This is an
fantastic buy for Chardonnay from Sonoma. 92
Points Wine Spectator Notes: “Graceful and understated, with
delicate, fragrant floral, white peach, honeydew melon and smoky
oak notes, all beautifully proportioned, offering a long finish. Drink
now through 2019.” - J.L.
2012 Donkey & Goat Isabel’s Cuvée
Grenache Rosé Mendocino $16.99
2012 CEP by Peay Estate Rose’
Sonoma Coast $23.99
WOW! This beautiful Rose’ was again
delicious this year. This killer pink wine was
made from 98+ year old Grenache Gris vines.
Winemaker Notes: “Strawberry, tangerine
and melon excite the senses for what follows.
A moment to ponder reveals floral and earthy aromas. On the palate
juicy berry flavors please while the tannins and acidity prove this
is a real wine that compliments nearly everything on the spring and
summer table.”
Peay vineyards is a beautiful small family
winery on a 53-acre organically farmed
vineyard in Sonoma Coast. Nick Peay grows
the grapes, his wife Vanessa Wong – formerly
winemaker at Peter Michael – makes the wine,
and Andy Peay runs the business side. CEP is
another value-driven label made at Peay Vineyards. There is no
better Pinot Noir Rose’ from California! A great wine.
2011 Calera Wine Company
Chardonnay Central Coast $17.99
2010 Solitude Chardonnay
Carneros $24.99
The 2011 Chardonnay was just released and
we are excited to bring in this delicious
Chardonnay. Winemaker notes: “This classic
and effusive bouquet boasts of nectarine,
honeysuckle, jasmine and chalky notes; even a hint of orange
blossom. Lively and bright on the palate, this 2011 Viognier is silky
and velvety with mouthwatering flavors of mandarin, chiffon,
lilikoi, almond and mango, sporting a bright, delicious, lingering
finish. Yum.”
Still a go-to favorite on the Wine House
shelves!! Winemaker Richard Litsch Tasting
notes: “This is my twenty-third vintage of
making Solitude Chardonnay. Over this period
the wine has developed a reputation for
consistency and value. As always our grapes
came from four ranches within the Sangiacomo Family Vineyards
just south of the Town of Sonoma. This wine exhibits the classic
character of the Carneros. Ripe fruit flavors are complimented by a
seamless integrated mouth feel and a pleasant long-lasting smooth
finish. Enjoy!”
2011 Calera Wine Company Viognier
Central Coast $17.99
Just another fantastic spring release from
Calera Wine Company. The Viognier always
aims to please! Winemakers notes: “This 2011
Central Coast Chardonnay has a lot of personality; a rich bouquet of peach pie and kumquats, a full mouthful of
flavor with ripe stone fruit, bright Bartlett pear and crème fraîche.
The texture is soft, round, smooth and succulent with hints of sweet
oak, and a nice, long, beckoning finish.”
2010 Cold Heaven Viognier Sanford
Benedict Santa Ynez Valley $29.99
2010 Fieldfare Chardonnay Monterey County $18.99
New find just arrived at the Wine House. The 2010 Fieldfare is a
delicious Chardonnay at an excellent price from Monterey County.
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Cold Heaven Cellars was founded in 1996 by
owner/winemaker Morgan Clendenen who
pioneered the cool-climate viognier style that
the winery has become famous for producing. Using fruit from topquality vineyards from three separate appellations in Santa Barbara
County, this bottle comes from the historic Sanford and Benedict
Vineyard in Sta. Rita Hills. Always a staff favorite, this viognier is
at the pinnacle of white wine lovers looking for something other
than chardonnay to enjoy!
OLD & RARE SHOWCASE
Our Old & Rare Showcase features a large and diverse selection of carefully cellared wines as well as recent vintages of hard to find, ageworthy offerings. You will find our prices amongst the most competitive in town and selections for even the most budget
conscious buyer. The following list is just a sample of our inventory; please visit our website, winehouse.com or call for further
assistance and to check on availability as many items are in limited quantities. Michelle Davis, Old & Rare Buyer
CALIFORNIA
2003 Araujo Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Eisele Vineyard Napa Valley 750ml
1992 Abreu Cabernet Sauvignon Madrona
Ranch Napa Valley 750ml
1993 Abreu Cabernet Sauvignon Madrona
Ranch Napa Valley 750ml
2002 Alban Vineyards Syrah Lorraine
Estate Edna Valley 750ml
2006 Alban Vineyards Reva Syrah Alban
Estate Vineyard Edna Valley 750ml
2004 Araujo Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Eisele Vineyard Napa Valley 750ml
2001 Arietta H Block Hudson Vineyards
Red Wine Napa Valley 750ml
2001 Arietta Variation One Red Wine
Napa Valley 750ml
2005 Aubert Wines Chardonnay Sonoma
County The Quarry 750ml
2002 Aubert Wines Chardonnay Ritchie
Vineyard Sonoma Coast 750ml
Coast Ritchie Vineyard 750ml
Coast Ritchie Vineyard 750ml
2006 Aubert Wines Pinot Noir Reuling
Vineyard Sonoma Coast
2006 Aubert Wines Pinot Noir UV
Vineyard Sonoma Coast
1997 Bacio Divino Proprietary Red Wine
Napa Valley 750ml
1999 Bacio Divino Proprietary Red Wine
Napa Valley 750ml
2000 Bond Matriarch Napa Valley
Red Wine 750ml
Red Wine 750ml
Red Wine 750ml
2004 Bond Melbury Napa Valley
Red Wine 750ml
2005 Bond Melbury Napa Valley
Red Wine 750ml
2006 Bond Vecina Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley 750ml
2000 Bryant Family Vineyard Cabernet
Sauvignon Napa Valley 750ml
Sauvignon Napa Valley
(stained labels) 750ml
$249.98
2002 Beaulieu Vineyard Cabernet
Sauvignon Georges de Latour
Private Reserve Napa Valley 750ml
$169.98
1994 Beaulieu Vineyard Cabernet
Sauvignon Georges de Latour
Private Reserve Napa Valley 750ml
$169.98
1993 Caymus Vineyards Cabernet
$199.98
$289.98
$229.98
$59.98
$59.98
$149.98
$129.98
$139.98
$139.98
$109.98
$109.98
$49.98
$79.98
$99.98
$119.98
Sauvignon Special Selection
Napa Valley 750ml
$224.98
Sauvignon Special Selection
Napa Valley 750ml
2001 Clark Claudon Cabernet Sauvignon
Estate Grown Napa Valley 750ml
2005 Colgin Cellars IX Estate Red Wine
Napa Valley 750ml
1993 Dalla Valle Vineyards Maya
Proprietary Red Wine
Napa Valley 750ml
Napa Valley 750ml
Napa Valley 750ml
Napa Valley 750ml
$89.98
$224.98
$69.98
$349.98
$449.98
$399.98
$429.98
$649.98
$59.98
2000 Dominus Estate Red Wine
Napa Valley 750ml
$149.98
Napa Valley 750ml
$169.98
$139.98
2000 Grace Family Vineyards Cabernet
$199.98
$299.98
$289.98
1994 Harlan Estate Red Wine
Napa Valley 750ml (stained label) $1,099.98
$139.98
$109.98
Napa Valley 750ml
$149.98
Napa Valley 750ml
$119.98
$279.98
2008 Harlan Estate Red Wine
Napa Valley 750ml
$799.98
2008 Kistler Vineyards Chardonnay
Kistler Vineyard Cuvee Cathleen
Russian River Valley 750ml
$139.98
$349.98
$449.98
$349.98
$349.98
$219.98
$199.98
$199.98
Durell Vineyard Sonoma Coast 750ml $99.98
2006 Kistler Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard
Carneros 750ml
$109.98
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McCrea Vineyard Athearn Estate
Sonoma Mountain 750ml
$99.98
2005 Kistler Chardonnay Vine Hill
Vineyard Russian River Valley 750ml $99.98
2001 Kistler Vineyards Pinot Noir Sonoma
Coast Kistler Vineyard 750ml
$129.98
2003 Kistler Vineyards Pinot Noir Sonoma
Coast Kistler Vineyard 750ml
$129.98
2005 Kongsgaard Wines Cabernet
Sauvignon Napa Valley 750m
$109.98
2006 Kongsgaard Wines Cabernet
Sauvignon Napa Valley 750m
$99.98
2000 Chateau Montelena Cabernet
Sauvignon The Montelena Estate
Napa Valley 750ml
$89.98
Napa Valley 750ml
$109.98
The Montelena Estate 750ml
$119.98
$99.98
Napa Valley 750ml
$179.98
Napa Valley 750ml
$129.98
$109.98
2005 Peter Michael Winery Chardonnay
Sonoma County La Carriere 750ml
$99.98
2006 Peter Michael Winery Chardonnay
Ma Belle Fille Sonoma County 750ml $99.98
2006 Peter Michael Winery Cabernet
Sauvignon L’Esprit des Pavots
Sonoma County 750ml
$79.98
1994 Peter Michael Winery Les Pavots
Red Wine Knights Valley 750ml
$189.98
1997 Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia
Napa Valley 750ml
$249.98
2001 Pride Mountain Vineyards Cabernet
$109.98
$79.98
Sauvignon Reserve
Napa Valley 750ml
$299.98
1999 Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello
Santa Cruz Mountains 750ml
$139.98
1995 Ridge Vineyards Zinfandel
Lytton Springs Dry Creek 750ml
$44.98
2009 Sine Qua Non Grenache Upside
Down Santa Barbara County 750ml $274.98
OLD & RARE SHOWCASE
2001 Sine Qua Non Vin de Paille
Inamorata (Roussanne)
California (half bottle)
$399.98
2008 Sine Qua Non Syrah B-20
Santa Barbara County 750ml
$239.98
2007 Sine Qua Non Syrah Dangerous
Birds Santa Barbara County 750ml $599.98
2009 Sine Qua Non Syrah
The Thrill Of Stamp Collecting
Santa Barbara County 750ml
$274.98
2003 Turley Wine Cellars Petite Sirah
Hayne Vineyard Napa Valley 750ml $99.98
2005 Turley Wine Cellars Zinfandel Dragon
Vineyard Howell Mountain 750ml
$59.98
2003 Turley Wine Cellars Zinfandel Dusi
Ranch Paso Robles 750ml
$49.98
2003 Turley Wine Cellars Zinfandel Dusi
Ranch Paso Robles 750ml
$49.98
2003 Turley Wine Cellars Zinfandel
Juvenile California 750ml
$49.98
Mead Ranch Atlas Peak 750ml
$49.98
Old Vines California 750ml
$49.98
Old Vines California 750ml
$49.98
Ueberroth Vineyard
Paso Robles 750ml
$69.98
BORDEAUX
1985 Chateau Angelus St. Emilion 750ml $249.98
1982 Chateau Belair Saint Emilion 750ml $119.98
2005 Bellevue Mondotte
Saint Emilion 750ml
$319.98
1985 Château Beychevelle
Saint Julien 750ml
$119.98
2000 Chateau Calon Segur
Saint Estephe 750ml
$129.98
2005 Chateau Calon Segur
Saint Estephe 750ml
$109.98
1966 Chateau Carruades de Lafite
Rothschild Pauillac 750ml
$249.98
2000 Chateau Certan de May Pomerol
Pomerol 750ml
$109.98
2000 Chateau Clerc Milon Pauillac 750ml $99.98
2000 Chateau Clos de L’Oratoire
Saint Emilion 750ml
$99.98
1997 Coutet Sauternes Half Bottles
$39.98
1986 Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste
Pauillac 750ml
$129.98
1996 Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste
Pauillac Magnum
$299.98
1988 Chateau Guiraud Sauternes 750ml
$79.98
1995 Chateau Haut Batailley Pauillac 750ml$89.98
2000 Chateau Haut Bergey
Pessac-Leognan 750ml
$69.98
2003 Chateau Haut Brion
$499.98
2000 Chateau La Fleur Petrus
Pomerol 750ml
$299.98
1989 Chateau La Fleur Petrus
Pomerol 750ml
$299.98
2000 Chateau La Mission Haut Brion
Pessac Leognan 750ml
$799.98
$259.98
$389.98
1997 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild
Pauillac (Magnum)
$1,199.98
2000 Chateau Langoa Barton
Saint Julien 750ml
$99.98
2000 Chateau Lascombes Margaux 750ml $79.98
2004 Chateau Latour Pauillac 750ml
$599.98
$499.98
$549.98
2007 Chateau Laville Haut Brion
Pessoc-Leognan 750ml
$499.98
2000 Chateau Leoville Barton
Saint Julien 750ml
$199.98
Saint Julien 750ml
$169.98
Saint Julien 750ml
$159.98
Saint Julien 750ml
$169.98
Saint Julien 750ml
$139.98
Saint Julien 750ml
$129.98
2005 Chateau Leoville Las Cases
Saint Julien 750ml
$399.98
Saint Julien 750ml
$499.98
Saint Julien 750ml
$299.98
1995 Chateau Leoville Poyferre
Saint Julien 750ml
$139.98
2000 Chateau L’Evangile Pomerol 750ml $349.98
1989 Chateau Lynch Bages
Pauillac 750ml
$399.98
2000 Chateau Malescot Saint-Exupery
Margaux 750ml
$169.98
1990 Chateau Margaux Margaux 750ml $1,199.98
1989 Chateau Meyney Saint Estephe 750ml $89.98
1990 Chateau Meyney Saint Estephe 750ml $69.98
1998 Chateau Monbousquet
Saint Emilion 750ml
$89.98
1995 Chateau Montrose
Saint Estephe 750ml
$169.98
1988 Chateau Palmer Margaux 750ml
$219.98
1999 Chateau Palmer Margaux 750ml
$249.98
2005 Chateau Pape Clement
$219.98
1998 Chateau Pape Clement
$149.98
2000 Chateau Pavie Decesse
Saint Emilion 750ml
$179.98
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2000 Chateau Pavie Macquin
St. Emilion 750ml
St. Emilion 750ml
Saint Emilion 750ml
St. Emilion 750ml
1990 Chateau Pichon Longueville
Baron Pauillac 750ml
1995 Chateau Pichon Longueville
Baron Pauillac 750ml
1990 Chateau Pichon Lalande
Pauillac 750ml
1994 Chateau Pichon Lalande
Pauillac 750ml
2000 Chateau Quinault L’Enclos
St. Emilion 750ml
1999 Chateau Quinault L’Enclos
Saint Emilion 750ml
1995 Chateau Rauzan Segla
Margaux 750ml
2000 Chateau Sociando Mallet
Haut Medoc 750ml
1999 Chateau Sociando Mallet
Haut Medoc 750ml
$129.98
$129.98
$139.98
$69.98
$274.98
$139.98
$199.98
$119.98
$79.98
$59.98
$129.98
$89.98
$69.98
2000 Chateau Talbot Saint Julien 750ml
$119.98
$109.98
$119.98
$119.98
1998 Chateau Talbot Saint Julien Magnum $199.98
1985 Chateau Tertre Roteboeuf
Saint Emilion 750ml
1989 Chateau Tertre Roteboeuf
Saint Emilion 750ml
1998 Le Tertre Roteboeuf
Saint Emilion 750ml
2000 Chateau Troplong Mondot
Saint Emilion 750ml
Saint Emilion 750ml
Saint Emilion 750ml
Saint Emilion 750ml
$179.98
$299.98
$199.98
$174.98
$299.98
$79.98
$119.98
2000 Chateau d’Yquem Sauternes 750ml $329.98
1990 Chateau d’Yquem Sauternes
750ml (some stained labels)
1998 Chateau d’Yquem Sauternes
Half Bottle
$499.98
$169.98
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SAVORY SPRING STAFF PICKS
2011 Val De Condesa Eylo Verdejo
Rueda Castilla Y Leon
(Spanish White Wine) $10.99
“introduced” the estate into wine bars, wine stores and restaurants
all over the world. It is made of Sangiovese grapes with a small
percentage of Merlot, grown mainly in from their “Santa Maria”
and “Il Monte” vineyards. The philosophy behind Il Ghizzano is
that of offering consumers a fresh, fruity, easy to drink wine
featuring all the sweetness of the local Sangiovese.
The modern Val de Vid winery, located in the
village of Serrada in northwestern Spain, built new facilities in 2005
under the leadership of José Antonio Merayo. A young and enthusiastic team of winemakers takes care of the winery’s 50 acres of vineyards of Verdejo grapes and also the 150 acres under their control,
all planted 3,000 feet above sea level. The result is an aromatic and
well-rounded Rueda, typical of wines from the area, but modern and
full of character. The wine expresses a very clean and fruity style of
Rueda. Melon notes join up with toasted lemon, oranges, and yellow
apples. Drink now or in the next few years.
HENRIOT CHAMPAGNE
Since 1808, Champagne Henriot, one of the last independent and
family-owned houses in Champagne, has pursued a tradition of
excellence – a fragile balance between delicacy, intensity, and
purity. For seven generations, the family has selected only the very
best vineyards, concentrated on the purity of chardonnay and has
upheld the utmost respect for time in order to ensure the cuvee has
an opportunity to reach its full expression. The choices made in
blending perpetuate the house style: chardonnay reigns in
proportion (fifty to sixty percent). It brings finesse, elegance,
richness and freshness. Pinot noir gives essential structure. Pinot
meunier contributes fruit complexity. Non vintage wines may
contain as many as fifty different crus in precisely orchestrated
balance, with roughly twenty percent reserve wines. It is again
Champagne Henriot’s task to impart a distinct personality to its
wines. These wines, which may be a decade in age and are tasted at
least every three months, comprise the house’s library, guaranteeing
the perpetuity of its style
2011 Domaine William Fèvre
Chablis-Champs Royaux Villages
(Chardonnay) $18.99
Like most Chablis makers, William Fevre
crafts cuvees at various quality and price
levels, including premier crus and grand crus
from individual vineyards. “Champs Royaux” is not a singlevineyard Chablis, but rather a quality wine from a number of terrific
sites in the appellation, vinified in precisely the same manner as
Fevre’s premier and grand crus. “There is a pretty mix of pear, green
fruit and iodine hints that merge seamlessly into rich, round and
very generous flavors that benefit from a touch of backend
minerality. This delicious and saline-infused effort is really very
good. Worth considering. Outstanding Top Value.”- Allen
Meadows (Burghound)
NV Henriot Souverain Brut
Champagne $36.99
92 Points Wine Spectator: “Well-structured
and powered by firm acidity, this offers notes
of glazed apple, black cherry, candied lemon
zest and toasted brioche, with a lingering hint
of mineral. Clean finish. Drink now through
2015.” “Light gold. Fresh pear, melon and lemon zest on the
floral- and mineral-accented nose. Bright and energetic, offering
spicy pear and lemon curd flavors enlivened by chalky minerality.
Shows a suave blend of richness and energy, with impressive
finishing clarity and stony persistence. A more lively showing than
I expected for this bottling, which typically displays more musky,
smoky character.”- (IWC)
2008 Luis Cañas Crianza Rioja
Crianza (Spanish Red Wine) $16.99
The winery is owned and directed by Juan
Luis Cañas, considered one of the most
restless vintners in the country. Dynamic, edgy
and a perfectionist, he has a real passion for
vineyard and cellar, to which he devotes his
life. This wine has a nose that is fresh and clean
with red fruits, balsamic notes and a hint of
cedar and sandalwood. The palate is very soft,
with a nice velvety feel in the mouth. The palate is filled with notes
of red fruit (raspberries and cherries...). It has a pleasant, silky finish
in which the balsamic aftertaste reappears. It is ideal to pair with
meats; red meat, poultry, small game, oily fish, semi-cured cheeses,
spicy dishes and hot dishes such as beans or potatoes Rioja style.
NV Henriot Rose Brut
Champagne $59.99
2010 Tenuta di Ghizzano Il Ghizzano
(Super Tuscan Red Wine) $18.99
Ghizzano is a small hillside village about 200
metres above sea level, located on the Tuscan
coast, 40 km from Livorno and 40 km south of
Pisa. The winery and olive mill are situated
around the tower built by the Venerosi
Pesciolini family in 1370. This is the wine that
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92 Points Wine Spectator: “Smoky, with
notes of toasted hazelnut and brioche enriching
kirsch, black currant candy and dried apricot
flavor. Tightly knit and lively, with fine texture
and a firm, focused finish. Drink now through
2020.” “Light orange-pink. Mineral- and smoke-accented aromas
of red berries and blood orange, with a spicy nuance that gains
strength in the glass. Toasty and broad on entry, then tighter in the
mid-palate, with silky texture and a suave floral overtone. The toast
and red berry qualities come back strong on the long, clinging
finish.”- (IWC)
2011 BORDEAUX FUTURES
“This is a much better vintage than I thought it was before my trip to Bordeaux and could turn out to be close in overall quality to years such
as the underrated 2001 and 2008.”– Robert Parker
The 2011 Futures campaign is one to look at simply because the prices are on average are over 40% less than the 2009 and 2010 vintages! –
Jim Knight (Import Buyer)
2011 Chateau Ausone St Emilion (Pre-Arrival)
96-100 Points (RP) 750ml
2011 Chateau Beausejour (Duffau Lagarrosse)
St Emilion (Pre-Arrival) 92-95 Points (WS),
2011 Calon Segur St Estephe (Pre-Arrival)
2011 Chapelle d’Ausone St Emilion (Pre-Arrival)
$749.99
2011 Lynch Bages Pauillac (Pre-Arrival)
92-95 Points (WS), 93-94 Points (JS) 750ml
$109.99
$79.99
2011 Malescot-St-Exupery Margaux (Pre-Arrival)
90-93 Points (WS), 91-93 Points (RP) 750ml
$54.99
$61.99
$149.99
2011 Chapelle de La Mission Haut Brion Pessac-Léognan
(Pre-Arrival) 90-92 Points (RP) 750ml
$74.99
2011 Le Clarence du Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan
2011 Clinet Pomerol (Pre-Arrival)
2011 La Croix de Beaucaillou St Julien
(Pre-Arrival) 90-92 Points, Sleeper (RP) 750ml
2011 La Dame de Montrose St Estephe
2011 Ducru Beaucaillou St Julien
2011 Fleur Cardinale St Emilion
2011 Haut Brion Pessac-Léognan (Pre-Arrival)
2011 La Mission Haut Brion Pessac-Léognan
2011 Lafite-Rothschild Pauillac (Pre-Arrival)
93-96 Points (WS) 750ml
2011 Leoville Barton St Julien (Pre-Arrival)
90-93 Points (WS), 90-92+ Points (RP) 750ml
2011 Leoville Las Cases St Julien (Pre-Arrival)
93-95+Points (RP), 93-96 Points (WS) 750ml
2011 Leoville Poyferre St Julien (Pre-Arrival)
2011 Les Forts de Latour Pauillac (Pre-Arrival)
$109.99
$76.99
$39.99
$36.99
$114.99
$34.99
$539.99
$324.99
$634.99
$69.99
$149.99
$79.99
$169.99
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2011 Chateau Margaux Margaux (Pre-Arrival)
94-96+ Points (RP) 750ml
$539.99
2011 Montrose St Estephe (Pre-Arrival)
91-93 Points (RP), 91-94 Points (WS) 750ml
$109.99
2011 Mouton-Rothschild Pauillac (Pre-Arrival)
$529.99
2011 Pape Clement Blanc Pessac-Léognan
(Pre-Arrival) 93-95 Points (RP),
92-95 Points (WS), 95-96 Points (JS) 750ml
$145.99
2011 Pichon-Longueville Baron Pauillac
(Pre-Arrival) 90-92+ Points (RP),
$109.99
2011 Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
Pauillac (Pre-Arrival) 92-94 Points (RP),
$109.99
2011 Pontet Canet Pauillac (Pre-Arrival)
$99.99
2011 Smith Haut Lafitte Blanc Pessac-Léognan
(Pre-Arrival) 93-96 Points (WS) 95-96 Points
(JS) 750ml
$89.99
2011 Smith Haut Lafitte Rouge Pessac-Léognan
(Pre-Arrival) 91-93 Points (RP),
$69.99
2011 Troplong-Mondot St Emilion (Pre-Arrival)
91-93+Points (RP), 91-94 Points (WS) 750ml
$87.99
2011 Vieux Chateau Certan Pomerol (Pre-Arrival)
$147.99
SPIRITS
Maurin Quina Liqueur 750ml – $31.99
This delicate liqueur is created by macerating wild cherries, quinine
and bitter almonds in fortified white wine before blending it with
cherry brandy, lemon juice and cherry juice. The famous green devil
on the bottle was designed in 1906 by Italian artist Leonetto
Cappiello. If you are mixing adult beverages at home, this is a must
have. Works brilliantly with gin, vodka, bourbon, tequila…you
name it. Blanco tequila combines with cherry-marzipan notes of the
Maurin Quina for this light and refreshing tall sipper.
What’s New This Spring?
The first of the year is a fun time for a spirits buyer. There is always
an endless amount of new products to taste, some incredible, which
means great new stuff on the shelves. So, put your reading glasses
on, we’ve got a bunch for you to consider…Duncan Taylor &
Company has ownership of one of the largest privately-held
collections of rare Scotch whisky casks. The company has been
“laying down” casks from premium Scottish distilleries for decades
and has, in recent years, made its branded products available to
whisky connoisseurs throughout the World.
Dimensions collection from Duncan Taylor
Scotch Whisky Limited.
House Spirits Still Rum 375ml –
Regular Price $23.99, On Sale $19.99
The Dimensions collection is an outstanding range of single malt
and single grain Scotch whiskies encompassing the full breadth of
the Duncan Taylor portfolio. Containing whiskies aged up to 39
years, the Dimensions collection showcases the multi dimensional
levels of character and flavor available from individual distilleries
and casks. The Dimensions collection consists of single cask, cask
strength releases and exclusively numbered small batches at 46%
abv. Neither chill filtered nor colored, only the finest whiskies are
selected for inclusion.
The House Spirits Distillery on Portland’s east side also makes
special, limited release rum in their Apothecary line. It’s an aged,
golden style rum made from Demerara sugar, but still eminently
suitable for all your rum-based drinks. More rounded and laced with
sweet vanilla oak spice, with toasty richness, it would make for a
hearty-style mojito. You can buy it---when it’s available---at the
Distillery Tasting Room. (examiner.com)
Duncan Taylor Dimensions Blair Athol 750ml – $185.99
Corsair Quinoa Whiskey 750ml – $49.99
Blair Athol Distillery was established around 1798. The Blair Athol
distillery was closed in 1932 and production did not recommence until
1949. Stills increased from 2 to 4 in 1973 and a dark grains plant was
installed in 1975. Blair Athol is a major contributor to Bell’s blends.
Duncan Taylor Dimensions Glen Grant 750ml – $111.99
The Glen Grant distillery was established in Rothes by the brothers
James and John Grant in 1840 and is now among the top selling
whiskies in the world, especially in Italy. The number of stills at
Glen Grant was increased from 4 to 6 in 1973 and again from 6 to
10 in 1977 when the distillery was acquired by Seagram (Chivas).
Duncan Taylor Dimensions Imperial 750ml – $139.99
The Imperial distillery was established in 1897 by Thomas Mackenzie, then taken over soon after by Dailuaine-Talisker Distilleries Ltd
in 1898. Production of the spirit ceased in 1899, but only for 20 years.
Production thereafter was sporadic yet constant for many years until
1998, when the Imperial distillery was unfortunately mothballed.
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Corsair Artisanal Distilling is currently one of the distilleries at the
leading edge of whiskey innovation and experimentation, with distilleries in Bowling Green, Kentucky and Nashville, Tennessee. The
first matter to note is that some will question whether Quinoa in a
spirit can properly be called a whiskey. Why? Because technically
Quinoa is not a true grain, but is a so-called pseudo-cereal, from
another plant family. When you taste this Corsair Quinoa Whiskey
you will have no doubts that whatever the taxonomy of the quinoa,
that this tastes completely like whiskey. Corsair Quinoa Whiskey
is made from 80% malted barley and 20% from unmalted red and
white quinoa seeds. The whiskey is aged in new oak barrels; the
largest in size being 30 gallons, and using the rather heavy No. 4
char. Length of aging depends on climatic conditions at the time of
the year of the aging, and varies between 6 months and 1.5 years.
For apparently the first commercial quinoa whiskey, this is quite
amazingly good. Those who like very spicy whiskeys, especially
US straight rye whiskeys, will find it very easy to like this whiskey.
SPIRITS
when the brewery was only making its flagship Steam Beer, and not
doing it well. Maytag turned things around and started making small
batches of porters, ales, and (my favorite) Christmas brew. It’s not
overstating the case to say that American beer would not be as good
as it is in 2013 without Anchor leading the way. In the early ‘90s,
Anchor decided to branch out into distilling, and set up a still in the
basement of the brewery. This wasn’t a sure thing--beer
making and liquor making involve different skills--but Anchor’s Old
Potrero Whiskey and Junipero Gin are actually great spirits, and they
were way ahead of the craft-distilling curve, too. It’s taken Anchor
20 years to come up with another liquor, but it’s a good (if slightly
weird) one: Hophead Hop Vodka. If a vodka is defined as being
“without distinctive character, aroma, taste or color,” as the Bureau
of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives likes to put it, then
this Hop Vodka barely qualifies. It’s colorless, sure, but it smells like
a big bucket full of ripe hops, like the pungent air of a brewery
without that bready malt sweetness floating around. Even though it
smells like a strong IPA, it tastes grassy, floral, and light, like a gin
without the juniper (yes, I know that’s an oxymoron). To confirm
that it’s more in a category of its own than a traditional vodka, I
asked Adam Rapoport, our vodka-loving editor in chief, to take a
sip. As expected, he was not into the grassy palate, and thought the
base spirit was “too round.” Or, as I would put it, it just had too much
character for his tastes. Whether or not you personally like the
Anchor beers and spirits, the company reliably does interesting, fun
stuff with its products, and you get the sense that Anchor’s always
doing exactly what it wants to be doing. Just the bottle shape and
the label design on this Hop Vodka put it in a category of its own on
the shelf, and it ultimately doesn’t matter if it’s a vodka, or a gin, or
something in between. It just tastes good and ... (Bon Appétit)
It derives a ton of flavor out of that 20% Quinoa content. Grassiness
from the malted barley is also quite evident here, which makes for
an interesting combination. The nuttiness may come from either or
both of the quinoa and the barley. (WhiskyConnosr)
Krogstad Gamle Aquavit 750ml –
Regular Price $44.99, On Sale $35.99
Simple and clean are words often used to describe Scandinavian
design, but it also goes for Scandinavian drink, particularly aquavit.
Say the word “schnapps” and you might immediately conjure up
visions of a sugary, peppermint-infused hot chocolate drink, but in
Scandinavia, snaps is something completely different, and it’s
hitting the United States. Snaps is the name for a shot of strong
alcohol consumed in conjunction with a large meal, traditionally at
holidays like Christmas and Midsummer – think big dinner parties
fueled by frequent shots of a slightly herbal drink – and the alcohol
in question is aquavit. Until recently, aquavit was relatively
unknown in the US; the kind of thing you were only familiar with
if you threw down during a midsummer celebration with a few
Swedes. Aquavit is a neutral spirit that’s flavored with herbs
indicative of Scandinavian cuisine; profiles like caraway, dill and
anise. In the United States you can buy imported versions like
Norwegian Linie and Danish Aalborg, but stateside artisanal
distillers North Shore, House Spirits and 45th Parallel all have
versions based off of the classic methods of distilling and aging.
The first one to enter the US aquavit market, it’s no surprise that
Portland cocktail menus are taking advantage of House Spirit’s
Krogstad Festlig Aquavit, my personal favorite. Jacob Grier, lead
bartender at Metrovino Portland, Oregon, and maybe best known
for his creation of bone luging is such an aquavit advocate that last
fall he put together an entire cocktail week devoted to the spirit.
(Before It’s News)
Collier and McKeel Handcrafted Tennessee Sour
Mash Whiskey 750ml - $37.99
It changes from plain whiskey to Tennessee Whiskey when we drip
it through several feet of sugar maple charcoal, made from trees cut
by local sawmills and burned on the farm. This gives Collier and
McKeel the smooth, sweet, smoky taste that Tennessee Whiskey is
known for. Only true Tennessee Whiskey is put through this extra
step. Collier and McKeelis aged in very small barrels that are far
more expensive than standard sized barrels but adds intense flavors
that are our special gift whiskey making in Tennessee. And unlike
some whiskies that have an artificial time table for the proper time
in a barrel, we determine when it’s time to bottle the old fashioned
way; when it tastes right.
Karma Silver Tequila 750ml – $31.99
Anchor Distilling Hophead Vodka 750ml – $31.99
As anyone who’s been following this column knows, I’m a fan of
San Francisco’s Anchor Brewing Company. It became one the
country’s first modern craft breweries after Fritz Maytag (of the
prominent washing-machine-and-cheese family) bought it in 1967,
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Karma Tequila is produced from 100% blue agave grown in the
highlands of Jalisco, where the volcanic soils and humid climate are
the ideal conditions for growing high quality agave plants. These
natural conditions produce a larger, sweeter heart which is crucial to
the unique flavor characteristics of Karma. When the pinas arrive at
the distillery they are patiently slow-cooked for up to 24 hours and
then cooled for another day before being pressed…(DrinkUpNY)
THE WINE HOUSE CLASSES
Use the calendar below to help you choose classes that will be interesting and rewarding for you. Please feel free to call the
instructor for further specifics on course content. We provide glasses, tasting sheets, cheese and bread. Except in the case
of food classes, you are encouraged to eat a light meal before attending. The Wine House classes are designed to let you
take advantage of the extensive wealth of knowledge and information gleaned by our staff of instructors through many
years as wine industry professionals. Our classes are designed to be more engaging and educational than our other events,
but we never forget that the key to a good wine tasting is FUN!
NOTE: Classes begin at 7:30 PM unless otherwise indicated, and most end at 9:30 PM. Please refrain from wearing perfume or cologne when
attending tasting events. We provide guarded parking for all classes in our rooftop parking area, so please park in our upstairs lot.
Advance Enrollment Is Required! Please call 310.479.3731 to make reservations. Outside Los Angeles County, call 800.626.WINE
For groups of four persons or more, cancellations must be made 96 hours prior to the event in order to get a refund or transfer of tuition.
MAR K YOUR CA LE N DA R
Sunday
17-Mar
Monday
18
31-Mar
19
Room Available
For Your Event
PRIVATE
EVENT
Passover Wine
In TASTE
24-Mar
Tuesday
25
Room Available
For Your Event
1-Apr
26
Room Available
For Your Event
2
Ultimate Beginners
& Intermediates
Part 1
7-Apr
WSET
Diploma
14-Apr
WSET
Diploma
21-Apr
WSET
Diploma
28-Apr
WSET
Diploma
5-May
WSET
Diploma
Room Available
For Your Event
8
9
Ultimate Beginners
& Intermediates
Part 2
WSET Advanced
Certification Part 9
15
16
Wednesday
20
Room Available
For Your Event
27
Room Available
For Your Event
3
17
Room Available
For Your Event
24
23
29
30
Sta. Rita Hills
Growers Alliance
6
7
PRIVATE
EVENT
WSET Advanced
Certification Exam
28
Room Available
For Your Event
11
Room Available
For Your Event
18
Room Available
For Your Event
Room Available
For Your Event
2
PRIVATE
EVENT
8
Room Available
For Your Event
16
Room Available
For Your Event
Room Available
For Your Event
9
23
PRIVATE
EVENT
30
5
6
Room Available
For Your Event
Room Available
For Your Event
12
Room Available
For Your Event
19
Room Available
For Your Event
Wine Of Australia
Open House
20
26
Room Available
For Your Event
27
Room Available
For Your Event
Scotch:
Single Cask
3
Room Available
For Your Event
13
Single Malt
Blind
Room Available
For Your Event
10
Fog Crest
Dinner
Saturday
29
PRIVATE
EVENT
Marc De Gracia
Event
Pio Cesare
Dinner
22
25
1-May
Friday
PRIVATE
EVENT
4
Room Available
For Your Event
Ultimate Beginners
WSET Advanced
& Intermediates
Part 3
22
21
How To Taste
Wine Like A
Wine House Pro
10
Ultimate Beginners
WSET Advanced
& Intermediates
Part 4
Thursday
Room Available
For Your Event
4
WSET Intermediate
11
WSET Intermediate
REFUNDS FOR CANCELLATIONS 48 HOURS PRIOR TO THE EVENT ONLY!
Passover Wines in TASTE,
Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17
1pm to 3pm $10.
malts. Whether you are a scotch connoisseur or a whisky novice
you’ll have a great time exploring Scotland’s national drink. We
will taste 12 whiskies blind ranging in age from 3-20 years of age.
You’ll learn techniques to identify regional variations and celebrate
the distiller’s art!
Passover is right around the corner so it is time to showcase the best
and brightest kosher wines on the market. If you think you know
about kosher wine, be advised, a lot of things have changed. Come
check out what’s new and exiting from Israel, America, Spain,
France, South America, Australia and New Zealand. Experts will
be on hand to answer all your questions. Even though this is an
informal open house format, reservations are recommended.
Marc de Grazia Producer Italian Fest,
Wednesday, April 24 $45.
Marc de Grazia has long been considered to have the single finest
selection of wines from Italy. There will at least seven different
producers at this event. More info to come! Check out Classes at
www.winehouse.com or Call the Order Desk at 310/479-3731 for
more details.
Our Ultimate Beginners and Intermediates
Class In Four Parts, Four Mondays,
April 1, 8, 15 and 22 $195.
Scotch: Single Cask Whisky,
Friday, April 26 $80.
This could be the only wine course you’ll ever need to take. This
class is designed for the beginner and for those seeking to flex their
olfactory muscles and/or expand their wine knowledge. Some of
the many topics to be covered include: sensory evaluation, types of
wines and grapes, the great wines of the world, ordering wine in a
restaurant and food/wine matching. Once you have completed this
series, you will be able to order and enjoy wine with complete
confidence and a thorough understanding of the basics. Your
instructor will be Jamie Koren.
This class is a great chance to taste the rarest of scotches. The tasting
will be of malts from independent bottler Creative Whisky
Company, each one a unique expression of its distillery, barrel, and
ageing history. This class will take you through the process of single
barrel expressions. Your hosts will be Coffield Appiah, Richard
Mernenbach, with guest speaker David Stirk author of The Malt
Whisky Guide, and The Distilleries of Scotland.
Sta. Rita Hills Winegrowers Alliance Event,
Monday, April 29 7pm to 9pm $39.
How to Taste Wine Like a Wine House Professional,
Wednesday, April 3 $52.
The Sta. Rita Hills designation has deservedly become one of the
most renowned in the greater Santa Barbara wine producing region.
One of the smaller AVAs in California, the eastern edge of Sta. Rita
Hills is about four miles west of Highway 101 in Buellton and
continues to the western boundary, about two miles east of Highway
1 in Lompoc. The southern boundary is the north side of the Santa
Rosa Hills, with the northern boundary the south side of the
Purisima Hills. The Santa Rita Hills Winegrowers Alliance includes
both producers located within the geographical boundaries of the
appellation, and those who craft wines from grapes grown there.
We invite you to join us this evening for a unique opportunity to
taste these exiting wines. And, yes, there will be passed appetizers!
Working at the Wine House, our nights are filled with dinners at the
latest hot spots, accompanied by bottle after bottle of First Growth
Bordeaux, Screaming Eagle and DRC! As cool as that scenario
sounds, the truth is, most of us are looking just as hard for that
special, affordable everyday bottle as our customers are. Our
unofficial motto here is “We try a lot of bad wine so you won’t have
to”. Yet during the course of that exercise, we stumble upon some
true diamonds in the rough. Join host Daniel Guajardo at this
showcase of some of our staff’s current favorites and learn how you
too can drink like a Wine House Pro!
Wines of Australia Open House,
Saturday, April 13 1pm to 4pm $10.
Dinner with the Legendary Pio Boffa of Pio Cesare,
Tuesday, April 30
If you thought you knew Australian wines, the time has come to
re-evaluate! Join us this afternoon and discover the changing world
of Australian wine. From cool-climate to warm-climate, the
diversity of Australian wine will be revealing and surprising.
We will look at whites, and reds; from Semillon, to Chardonnay,
Cabernet, Pinot Noir, blends, and of course Shiraz, from such well
known places as the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale, as well as
some new and exciting area such as Margaret River, Mornington
Peninsula, Rutherglen and Hunter Valley. The event will be
hosted by Mark Davidson, Wine Australia Education Director.
Reservations are recommended. “If you thought you were
bored with what Australia had to offer… it’s time to revisit the
Australia section of your local retailer shelves.” Robert Parker
Wine Advocate
Save the Date! We will have more information on this event soon.
Check out Classes at www.winehouse.com or Call the Order Desk
at 310/479-3731 for more details.
WSET Level 2 -Intermediate Certificate in Five
Parts, Five Saturdays, May 4, 11, June 1, 8, and
(Exam) June 15, 2013 9:30am to 3:30pm $695.
Please see www.wineandspiriteducation.com for additional
scheduling and program information.
Dinner with Fog Crest Winery,
Thursday, May 9 $89.
Single Malt Blind, Friday, April 19 $50.
Join host Martin Daraz Highland Park Brand Ambassador and
Coffield Appiah of the Wine House for a unique tasting of Scottish
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Save the Date! Join James and Rosalind Manoogian, owners of Fog
Crest Vineyards, for an intimate dinner in Addie’s Place. Limited
seating will be available for this exciting dinner. Their incredible
Pinots and Chardonnays will be paired with impressive cuisine from
Chef Todd at Upstairs 2. In 1997, the Manoogians looked north and
started searching for an appropriate parcel suitable to growing great
grapes for distinctive wines. Attracted to Sonoma County for its
beauty and viticultural diversity, they found an ideal 30-acre
site situated on a ridge above the Santa Rosa Plain – the future
home of Fog Crest Vineyard. This evening’s menu will be available
online soon.
20 minutes of this class than I did in all that time!” Join Tasting &
Seminars Director JB Severin for an entertaining revelation.
Italian Wine Specialist Certification,
Five Saturdays, June 1, 8, 15, 22 and (Exam) 29 $590.
The North American Sommelier Association is proud to present the
“Italian Wine Specialist” certification recognized throughout the
world. The course is designed around the Italian Sommelier
Association curricula, recognized as the leading educational and
consulting authority on Italian wines. The teachers are all native
Italians and certified sommeliers by the “Associazione Italiana
Sommelier” in Italy. The Italian Sommelier Association (ISA) was
founded in 1965 and is the foremost authority in wine education
and Sommelier services. Globally, it is part of the W.S.A, ‘World
Sommelier Association’, the largest Sommelier Association in the
world, known for their extremely high curriculum standards. The
North American Sommelier Association, recently opened in Los
Angeles, is affiliated with WSA and has the right and exclusivity
of using the ISA curricula in the United States. This course consists
of 18 hours of class time and tasting with an exam in order to get
the certification, issued by the North American Sommelier
Association and approved by the “Associazione Italiana
Sommelier” and WSA. The class will explore all the 20 wine
regions of Italy, their wine laws, grape varietals and include a brief
overview of cuisine and culture.
Austrian Wine Festival,
Monday, May 13 $40.
SAVAGE SCHNITLZL…SAVORY SAUSAGE…FLAGONS
OF AUSTRIAN WINE…AUCHTUNG BABIES!!! Austria has
it all…cool sleek whites…OR…wines to rival White Burgundy.
Medium bodied reds: casual and delicious…OR…profound wines
to stand with the finest of Bordeaux or Italy. Oh, and did I mention
Chef Todd will wow us with passed mini schnitzel...and “not your
everyday” sausages! Come and join us here at Vienna in LA…
Festival Style!!
Sherry & Tapas Seminar,
Friday, May 17 $64.
If you are under the impression that Sherry is some old fashion
drink for little old ladies, have we got an event for you! The Wine
House and the Consejo Regulador de Jerez y Manzanilla are proud
to offer a unique seminar designed for consumers and industry
professionals alike. By tasting a wide variety of different sherry
styles, dry and sweet, participants will learn about the history,
geography, viticulture, vinification methods, service and food
matching for all the different sherry wines. This is a perfect
opportunity to discover first hand how tapas and sherry fit together
like hand and glove! This seminar includes instruction, wines, tapas,
printed handouts and an official Certificate of Attendance from
The Wine House endorsed by the Consejo Regulador de Jerez y
Manzanilla. Certified Sherry Instructor Monica Marin, DWS,
AIWS, will lead this in-depth foray into Spain’s “wine treasure.”
Taking Wine House Classes
“On the Road”!!
Wine Fest with Chambers & Chambers Imports,
Tuesday, May 21
Save the Date! We will have more information on this event soon.
Check out Classes at www.winehouse.com or Call the Order Desk
at 310/479-3731 for more details.
What You Absolutely Need to Know About Wine,
Tuesday, May 28 $52.
This class was previously named Absolute Beginning Wine
Appreciation, but that title limited the participants to people who
knew that didn’t know the basics of wine. Truth be told, there is a
lot of fundamental information about wine that most people have
just skipped over in order to get to the drinking part! So whether a
beginner or hardened vet, this class will teach you something you
didn’t know or at least were not sure of in the complex, wonderful
world of wine. While based on the information offered in Absolute
Beginners, this is a newly structured Power Point type of class
presented along with nine great wines to illustrate the information.
The most heard comments after this class are usually along the lines
of “I’ve been drinking wine for 15 years, going tasting in Santa
Barbara and Napa, etc, and I learned more about wine in the first
Remember for your next birthday, anniversary, wedding
shower, office/club event, or anything other gathering that
needs a little extra zing, that we can take the Wine House
Classes on the road as well.
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Our experienced entertaining teaching staff is available for any
type of tasting occasion, be it in your home, office or other
venue of your choice. We conduct events ranging from
Beginning Wine Appreciation Classes, to Scotch, Tequila or
other spirit events (Including our very popular Mixology
101/Bartending class) to extravagant Wine and Food pairing
dinners. Call JB at extension 227 for information about
leasing your own Wine House expert for your next event.
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