The Rebel Columbia Valley Red ‘09
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It may be a rebel, but it is not without cause. Scarborough Winery aims to
please with this beefy blend that is part Rhone, part Tuscan. Earthy, black
cherries are accented by wild blackberries, forest berries and generous spice.
The winemaker puts it like this, “damn it , it tastes good! And damn it, it’s
affordable!” Nate’s Staff Pick Reg: $20
The Brand Cabernet Sauvignon ‘09
$13.99 / btl
This 80/20 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot has vineyard sourcing so elite
that we can’t even put the names in print, but we can say the juice comes from
premiere Walla Walla vineyards. Alluring aromas of dark chocolate and purple
violets as well as fully developed, dense flavors of dark fruit. Ripe
blackberry, bing cherry and black beauty plum flavors layer with cassis
highlights and beautifully balanced earthy notes.
Revelry Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon ‘09
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Not many wines sourced from Seven Hills and Pepper Bridge can hit the highly
sought after ‘under $10’ price range, but Revelry hits the mark and does it with
impressive style. The tiniest touch of Cabernet Franc is blended to provide a
little extra ‘umph’ and intensity. Lush red and black berries make up the
enticing bouquet, followed by flavors of deep berries, ripe plum, crushed
violets and toasty vanilla. Reg: $16
Boomtown Cabernet Sauvignon ‘09
$12.99 / btl
“On the lighter side, this red offers currant and star anise flavors on a medium
frame, finishing with some intensity.”
Boomtown Syrah ‘08
$12.99 / btl
“Tightly focused, with juicy blackberry, cream and floral flavors that fan out
into the long, expansive finish.”
Boomtown Pinot Gris ‘11
$10.99/btl
New Release! This sells out EVERY year! Crisp and clean with floral, tropical
and citrus notes
Ch St Michelle ‘Eroica’ Riesling ‘10
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“Eroica has a proven ability to age; in fact it needs at least a half decade in
the cellar to show its real strengths. Tight and packed with primary fruit
flavors of lime and peach, this beautifully proportioned wine has perceptible
sweetness but plenty of natural acidity. Lively and fresh today, but best given
a few more years in the cellar.”
92 pts Wine Enthusiast
Reg: $24
Clayhouse Adobe Red '09
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A rustic Zinfandel driven blend is built for rebellious, hedonistic wine
lovers on a budget. Aromas of cherry, spice, blackberry and pepper, with hints
of brambles and plum. Cherry/berry flavors dominate on the palate. The tannins
are fine and supple, and a bit of oak character adds additional vanilla notes to
the balanced finish. Reg: $18
Font du Vent ‘Les Promesses’ Cotes du Rhone ‘09
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The property is located just across the river from Chateauneuf du Pape, which is
apparent from the depth and quality that the Les Promesses displays. This
elegant bottling of Cotes du Rhone is a blend of 70% Grenache, 25% Syrah and 5%
Mourvedre. It displays lovely red fruits with quintessential notes of crushed
black pepper. Reg: $17
Toques et Clochers Limoux ‘Haute Vallee’ Chardonnay ‘09
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People who love Chardonnay won’t be able to resist this wine. Made exclusively
from Chardonnay, it is aged on lees for around ten months, giving it a
beautiful, brilliant pale yellow with golden lights. The delicate nose is a
bouquet of hawthorn, and white peaches blended with mineral aromas. After a
fresh attack, the wine reveals a rich structure with persistent fruity, mineral
flavors on the finish. Reg: $20
Guy Saget La Petite Perriere Sauvignon Blanc ‘10
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Gold color with a bright intensity. Explodes with the aromas of ripe peach,
apricot and exotic fruits. Clean and refreshing with a good length the taste is
a whirlwind of freshness, complexity, fineness and ends with notes of ripe
melon. Reg: $17
Ch Routas Provence Rose ‘11
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This Rose is a triple threat...new vintage, new label, new price! This bone-dry
rose has been an Esquin favorite for years with clean aromas of bright stone
fruit and strawberries with a citrus hint. The vibrant acidity finishes clean
and will keep you coming back for more. In Alisha’s words...it goes down like “waddah”.
Alisha’s Staff Pick
Reg: $13
Miradou Provence Rose ‘11
$9.99 / btl
You’ll be lured in by its sultry, ‘come hither’ hourglass shape, and the juice
is worth the squeeze! Pale salmon pink with tinges of orange, this is textbook
dry and crisp, just the way we like it. Notes of orange blossom, rose petals and
wild, fresh strawberries with a dry yet lush finish.
Triennes Rose ‘11
$14.99 / btl
Dry as a bone with fresh acidity, this rose kills it every vintage with bright
red berries, candied fruits and wild roses. The slightly creamy texture makes
every sip delightful. This is what summer tastes like!
Vale da Clara Tinto ‘08
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The Bergquist family has been making port since the early 19th century, but
their red wines are proving to be a force to be reckoned with. This
medium-bodied tinto is cascading with dark cherry and blackberry fruit and a
twist of leather, raspberry and spice. Portugal is beginning to rival Spain for
fantastic values that over-deliver, this is definitely one of
them! Reg: $13
Fire Road Sauvignon Blanc ‘11
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Esquin’s #1 selling white wine! Aromas of gooseberry, passionfruit, kiwi and
underlying herbal notes. A light-bodied, dry, crisp wine with famous Marlborough
flavors of gooseberry, stone fruit and nettles with a mouthwatering acidity,
leading to a long lingering finish. Reg: $13
Woop Woop Chardonnay ‘11
$9.99 / btl
Delicious, crisp stone fruits combined with hints of lemon blossom and lime
skins. A medium-bodied, richly fruity, dry wine made by famous Aussie winemaker
Ben Riggs. This classy unwooded refresher shows distinct aromas and a
well-balanced palate. The perfect complement to seafood.
Kim Crawford Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc ‘11
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The benchmark that all New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs strive to be! It shines
brilliantly with hallmark herbaceous aromas supported by ripe flavors of
honeydew melon, passionfruit, kiwi (no pun intended), key lime and crisp
acidity. Vibrant grassy tinges accent a zesty finish. This Sauv Blanc lends it
hand to meaty jumbo prawns or lemongrass chicken with jasmine rice. Reg:
$20
Pfeffingen Dry Riesling ‘07
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Pfeffingen is one of the top producers in Germany and a member of the
invite-only, elite VDP group, a reliable sign of excellence. “Rich, yet offset
by a vivid structure. This sets the stage for flavors of grapefruit, peppery
greens and stone. Dry and tangy on the moderate finish.” 89 pts Wine
Spectator, LIMITED! Reg: $18