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April 2001
KENSINGTON
WINE MARKET
CELEBRATING NINE YEARS AS
CALGARY’S “FIRST CHOICE” FOR WINE
Welcome to Spring! This “NINTH BIRTHDAY” newsletter is
all about Bordeaux. The ’98’s are on the shelf and we can think of
no better way to celebrate than TASTING, TASTING,
TASTING! Check out the Stock Report on the back page for
our complete list and prices. This is your last chance to sign up for
classes until September, so don’t delay. Call 283-8000 to reserve
your spot. Who doesn’t love Australian wine! We have just
returned from a three week shopping extravaganza, ask “Don”
for details.
Our heartfelt thanks to all of you
for 9 years of loyal support!
FREE SATURDAY TASTINGS
Drop-in from 2 to 5 P.M.
Winery representatives pour their best sellers.
Apr 7
Apr 14
Apr 21
Apr 28
May 5
May 12
May 19
Lurton (Bordeaux)
Giraud (Bordeaux)
Dourthe (Bordeaux)
Lebèque (Bordeaux)
Inycon (Italy)
Quails’ Gate (Canada)
Matua (New Zealand)
May 26
Jun 2
Jun 9
Jun 16
Jun 23
Jun 30
Torres (Spain)
Coldstream (Australia)
Miguel Torres (Chile)
Pervini (Italy)
Freestone (USA)
Veramonte (Chile)
Friday tastings drop-in 5-8 P.M.
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Spring Sipping
Lively, light, rich and luscious. Here
are our palate teasers for spring!
Moss Wood Semillon (Australia)
The Moss Wood Semillon shows
restrained granny-smith apple and fig
aromas with some earthy, fresh, mineral notes in the background. This
wine has a cellaring potential of 5-10
years! Exclusive $25.99
Barnard Griffin Fumé Blanc ’99
(USA) Refreshing with aromas of
melon & vanilla backed by herbal
scents of fennel and toasted oak. A
wonderful complement to appetizers,
shellfish and poultry. $19.99
Prinz von Hessen Riesling Dry
’98 (Germany) Made from some of
the best Rheingau vineyards around
Johannisberg. A wine with harmonious fruit, yet dry and paired with
elegant typical Riesling acidity.
$14.49
Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon
Blanc ’00 (S. Africa) Fresh and
breezy with limeade flavor spiked
with a refreshing note of mint. A
beautiful wine for a hot sunny day.
$12.49
Nino Franco Rustico Prosecco
(Italy) Prosecco is quickly becoming
a trendy alternative to Champagne
and Cavas. This wine is a refreshing
frizzante (sparkling wine) from
Valdobbiadene near Venice. Ideal for
celebrations! $18.49
Lustau Papirusa Sherry (Spain)
A Manzanilla sherry served cold. It
is dry and tart with nice apple fruit.
Great with shrimp, rustic cheese
and ham. $15.99
KENSINGTON WINE MARKET
SPRING SESSION
Spring Values
1. Tight Wad Oenophile
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Les Patres Grenache (w): Amazingly fresh & lively
Hardys Gewurztraminer/Riesling ’99 (w): Refreshing
Peñascal ’98 (r): A great rustic earthy wine
Castillo d’Almansa Reserva ’94 (r): Again & again…
Jacobs Creek Chardonnay ’99 (w): Full, fruity, complete
Banrock Station Shiraz ’99 (r): Fantastic value
Dominio Espinal ’97 (r): Full with vibrant red fruit
La Palma Chardonnay ’00 (w): A full-bodied, oaky white
Lindemans Chardonnay Bin 65 (w): Always a value
Vigna Flaminio ’96 (r): Smooth, rich & balanced
Marqués de Riscal Rueda ’99 (w): Herbaceous & elegant
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Krondorf Shiraz ’99 (r): Another perennial staff favorite
Porcupine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc ’99 (w): Full-flavoured
Dr. Dahlem Scheurebe Auslese ’89 (w): Exquisitely sweet
Montes Cabernet ’98 (r): The best Cab for the buck
Quails’ Gate Chasselas-Pinot Blanc ’00 (w): Fresh!
Cline Cotes d’Oakley White ’99 (w): Enjoyable anytime
La Ciboise Red & White ’98: Great organic values
Alamos Malbec ’99 (r): Intense with great structure
Duboeuf St-Véran Chardonnay ’99 (w): Slight oak
Grotta Rossa ’98 (r): Earthy, rustic & marvelously soft
Inycon Nero d’Avola ’99 (r): Rich, fruity & intense
Koonunga Hill Shiraz-Cabernet ’99 (r): Rich & extra-ripe
LaMotte Millenium ’95 (r): Great complexity & depth
Loosen Brothers Riesling ’99 (w): Elegant & aromatic
Sartarelli Verdicchio ’99 (w): Herbs, grass & delicacy
Torres Gran Viña Sol Chardonnay (w): All-around Chard
Columbia Crest Merlot-Cabernet ’97 (r): Hearty fruit
McDowell Grenache Rosé ’96: Way beyond “blush”
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Villa Girardi Lugana ’99 (w): Complex fruit & finish
Ch. Pesquié ’96 (r): Earthy, musty ripe fruit. Extra depth
A-Mano Primitivo ’99 (r): Velvety & intense
Seaview Edwards & Chaffey Chardonnay ’96 (w): Top!
Abbotts Cirrus ‘98 (r): A new blend with great success
Il Sogno Barbera d’Asti ’98 (r): Delicate dancing fruits
Domaine St-Jean ’98 (r): An austere, balanced red
Campbells Rutherglen Muscat NV (w): Viscous & ripe
Barnard Griffin Fumé Blanc ’99 (w): Full tropical aroma
Tue Apr 24, Thr May 17
2. Introduction to Red Wine
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This class is always packed. Book
early and taste six delicious red
wines. Learn how to taste wine and
discover the differences between
grape varieties. Pick up helpful buying tips. Thr Apr 26, Tue May 8
3. Surely You Can’t Be Sherry
$12-15
$20
Quality wines don’t have to be
expensive. We’ll prove it in this tasting of inexpensive but delicious reds
and whites. Find out which ones our
staff considers good value.
$30
Consumption of Harvey’s Bristol
Cream has taken a nosedive since
the passing of my grandmother but
the interest in quality Sherries has
never been higher and the price has
never been this low. You will be
astounded by the flavour of these
wonderful fortified wines especially
when we serve them with traditional Spanish tapas. Tue May 1
4. Rare Single Malts
$45
For those with a taste for fine malts,
here are some of the rarest in the
world. From distillers who have
closed their doors 20 years ago, to
others still mastering scarce productions. Thr May 3
5. Wine Appreciation
Chinook College in conjunction with
KWM offers a beginner’s wine tasting
course over four consecutive Wednesday evenings, from May 9 to May
30. Wine regions, wine styles, and
grape varieties will be explored with a
special emphasis on practical tasting.
The course’s atmosphere is friendly
and unpretentious. To register or for
more information, call Chinook at
777-7200
6. Aussie Madness #3
$45
Don’t miss this opportunity to taste
some amazing wines. The lineup will
include: Kay’s Amery Cabernet ‘98,
Fox Creek Reserve Cabernet ‘98,
Parson’s Flat Cabernet/Shiraz ‘99,
Lashmar 3 Valleys Shiraz ‘98, Brothers
in Arms ‘98, Greenock Creek Apricot
Block Shiraz ’98 and Viking Grand
Shiraz ‘99. Thr May 10
7. Vintage Port
$45
Taste la “Crème de la Crème”. Made
only in the best years, this sublime
drink is worth exploring. We will taste
six vintages and analyze each house
style. Sign up early. Tue May 15
8. Big House Reds # 6
$30
This course sells out very quickly so
register promptly. Come taste some
original reds from around the world.
We are featuring six wines in the
$30-$40 range. Tue May 22
9. Bordeaux ’98 = Value
$35
In 1716, four areas within Tuscany
were recognized for their ability to
produce exceptional wines. To this
day, winegrowers adhere to the philosophy that certain areas or terroirs
produce distinctive and complex
wines. This evening will give you a
chance to taste 6 wines from 6 different terroirs. Tue May 29
ALL COURSES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE
All courses start promptly at 7:00 pm
Seating is strictly limited so book early to avoid disappointment, tel.: 283-8000
It is recommended that those attending wine classes use public transportation
Courses are complete with light snacks
Inventory prices are subject to change.
$20-30
Jackson Estate Sauvignon Blanc ’99 (w): Subtle, fine
Foppiano Petite Syrah ’98 (r): rich & exuberant
Isabel Sauvignon Blanc ‘99-’00 (w): Top NZ Sauvignon
Condado de Haza ’98 (r): Pesquera’s second label
Etang des Colombes Viognier ’98 (w): Luscious fruits
Triacca LaPalaia Chianti ‘97 (r): Incredibly well-crafted
Brocard Portlandien Chardonnay ’97 (w): Biodynamic
Lorentz Gewurztraminer ’97 (w): Spicy mango fruits
Jadot Moulin-à-Vent ’98 (r): Simply the top Beaujolais
Schug Chardonnay ’98 (w): Full and creamy, ripe-fruits
Hewitson Grenache ’99 (r): Powerful and well-rounded
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Lark Hill Cabernet/Merlot ’98 (r): Top class blend. Value
Bellavista Sparkling ’00 (w): Italian finesse. Refined
Barrot Châteauneuf-du-Pape ’98 (r): Amazing vintage
Jaffurs Viognier ’99 (w): Deep, viscous & rich
Kay Brothers Cabernet Sauvignon ’98 (r): Intensity!
Baron de Chirel Reserva ’95 (r): The very best Rioja!
Greenock Creek Apricot Block Shiraz ’98 (r): Thick
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Ports &
Single Malts
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Bordeaux prices may have peaked in
1997 but ‘class distinction’ still
remains the priority. While some
estates suffered from rain in 1997,
recent tastings of the 1998 wines
prove that it is one of the best value
vintages in recent memory, especially in Pomerol and St. Emilion.
Come taste classic drinking wines at
peasant prices. Thr May 24
10. The terroir of Tuscany
Spring Values
PORTS
Ferreira 1997 – Spicy rich stewed fruit. Incredible value
Taylor Fladgate 1997 – Inky black color. Fig and date nose
Fonseca 1985 – Violets and rose petals with big fruit
Fonseca 1980 – Still developing, has a mature spicy aroma
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WHISK(E)Y & BRANDY
Castello di Querceto – Top-class brandy, complex structure
Macallan 18 yr old Gran Reserva – Rich as fruitcake!
Glenfiddich 30 yr old – A rare acquisition, ultra smooth
Murray McDavid Springbank 1965 – An exceptional treat
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SPECIALTY BEERS
*** We offer the best selection of specialty beers in town***
Unibroue special beers: Blanche de Chambly, Maudite
Fin du Monde now in four pack!
Brew Brothers: Ambush, Prairie Steam,
Tumblewheat, and Black Pilsner also in four pack!
Bitburger– The floral premium pilsner from Germany
Isle of Skye Red Cullin – Award-winning Scottish ale
Delirium tremens (375 ml) –KWM favorite imported beer
Old Growler – The classic porter from England
Singha – A great refreshing lager from Thailand
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PASSPORT TO BORDEAUX
Recent vintage notes.
1996: Perfect weather and cool summer gave well-balanced grapes. The warm period during August completed the maturity of the grapes.
Overall a good to excellent vintage. Drink now-2020.
1997: Cooler than ’96 but August turned out to be fine and warm. This is a wonderful Cabernet vintage. Very good wines with mid-term aging
potential.
1998: Cool weather up to August then, very hot. Grapes were in perfect health and unaffected by rain in September. Estates lowered prices
making this an excellent value vintage. Drink after the ‘97s but before the ‘96s.
Ch. Pichon Lalande Comtesse ’85 Pauillac
Ch. Pichon Lalande Comtesse ’89 Pauillac
Ch. Angélus ’95 St-Emilion
Ch. Palmer ’90 Margaux
Ch. Lafite Rothschild ’95 Pauillac
Ch. Latour ’95 Pauillac
Ch. Les Ormes de Pez ’95 St-Estephe
Ch. Margaux ’95 Margaux
Ch. Pichon Lalande Comtesse ’95 Pauillac
Ch. Boyd Cantenac ’96 Margaux
Ch. Cos D’Estournel ’96 St-Estephe
Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou ’96 St-Julien
Ch. L’Evangile ’96 Pomerol
Ch. La Gaffeliére ’96 St-Emilion
Ch. Lafon Rochet ’96 St-Estephe
Ch. Leoville Las Cases ’96 St-Julien
Ch. Mouton Rothschild ’96 Pauillac
Ch. Prieuré-Lichine ’96 Margaux
Ch. Angélus ’96 St-Emilion
Ch. Beychevelle ’97 St-Julien
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Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou ’97 St-Julien
Ch. Durfort Vivens ’97 Margaux
Ch. Gruaud Larose ’97 St-Julien
Ch. La Fleur-Pétrus ’97 Pomerol
Ch. Leoville Las Cases ’97 St-Julien
Ch. Les Forts de Latour ’97 Pauillac
Ch. Pavillon Rouge ’97 Margaux
Ch. Rauzan-Ségla ’97 Margaux
Ch. Rayne Vigneau ’97 Sauternes
Ch. Beychevelle ’98 St-Julien
Ch. Bourgneuf ’98 Pomerol
Ch. Cantenac Brown ’98 Margaux
Ch. Ch. Calon-Ségur ’98 St-Estephe
Ch. Gruaud Larose ’98 St-Julien
Ch. La Conseillante ’98 Pomerol
Ch. La Fleur-Pétrus ’98 Pomerol
Ch. Les Forts de Latour ’98 Pauillac
Ch. Palmer Alter Ego ’98 Margaux
Ch. Pavillon Rouge ’98 Margaux
Ch. Trotanoy ’98 Pomerol
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Smaller print: We reserve the right to change prices and limit quantities without notice (although this rarely happens). Not all products are discountable. Prices do not include GST.
BORDEAUX TASTING THURSDAY MAY 24 SEE CLASS LIST
Kensington Wine Market
1257 Kensington Rd. N.W.
Calgary, AB T2N 3P8
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