zachys 2011 fall gazette

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Prices subject to change without notice.

LEGEND

BH = Burghound

IWC = International Wine Cellar

JS = James Suckling

RR = the Rhone Report

RP = Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate

SWJ = Sonoma Wine Journal

WA = the Wine Advocate

W&S = Wine & Spirits Magazine

WE = Wine Enthusiast

WRO = Wine Review Online

WS = Wine Spectator

The Summer to Fall Transition—A Beautiful Time for Wine

The End of Summer / Beginning of Fall is always my favorite time of year. From warm days and cool nights to the changing color of leaves, the transition period is always an exciting and fun time all around. That shift translates through so many of our lives and activities as work ramps up, kids are back to school, holidays/entertaining begin to come into play and of course drinking habits begin to shift into more heartier wines for the impending cold.

That being said, I have HIGHJACKED the Zachys Gazette and loaded it up with as much Summer to Fall selections that I can possibly imagine. From new arrivals, to perennial favorites this issue of the Zachys Gazette dives deep into France and the USA.

The beginning of Fall is a crucial time for all of us as we firm up plans for the Holiday/Winter Season. From the Wine Cellar (warehouse) perspective we are looking to move out all the “Summer Time Wines” and load-up on the “Winter Time Wines” over the next couple of months. Making this (in my opinion), the most exciting time for Wine. We have the best of both worlds all available at one time. Clean, crisp racy whites to rich powerful hearty reads are all readily available. Plus this is the period of New Arrivals, especially from Europe and the West Coast. September into October historically marks the largest intake of new wines and I along with the team have been working ahead this August to make sure that this Gazette is loaded with a TON of new wines!

This is absolutely a Beautiful Time for Wine and an excellent way to refresh your cellar no matter how large of small.

Chin, Chin,

Jeremy Noye

Red | BTL $ SALE $

Costieres des Nimes Halos de Jupiter (Philippe Cambie)2009 (91+SWJ) {#344062} ................................... 19.99 14.75

Seven Hills Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon2007 (91WE/90WS) {#335124} ............................ 25.99 19.95

StellaGrey Napa Valley Red2009 (90SWJ) {#335682} ..................................... 24.99 18.95

Senorio de Valdehermoso Roble (Valderiz) 2009 (90WA) {#347455} ....................................... 17.99 13.99

White | BTL $ SALE $

Xavier Flouret Riesling Kabinett Kavalier (Selbach-Oster) 2007 {#327656} .................................................... 21.99 13.99

Abymes Monfarina Tradition (Frederic Giachino)2010 {#346867} .................................................... 18.99 14.99

Argyle Riesling 2008 (91WA) {#348261} ................ 24.99 19.99

St Supery Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc2010 (91W&S) {#347493} .................................... 23.99 18.99

PS…Here are a half dozen wines that I feel are perfect to enjoy over the next four to six weeks

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1990 Perfection – Yes We Have These Beauties In-Stock!

1990 Bubbles | BTL $ SALE $

Henriot Cuvee de Enchanteleurs Brut(94WS) (1.5L) {#330816} ................................... 500.00 395.00“The texture lends elegance and the acidity provides structure, setting the stage for opulent flavors of coffee, roasted almond, citrus and vanilla. Fine intensity and balance, with a long finish. It’s reaching its peak and should hold there for some years...94.” WS 11/05.

Dom Perignon (98WA) {#60509} .......................... 395.00 295.00“Medium lemon-straw colour. Intensely fragrant nose with aromas of jasmine, cinnamon buttered toast, stewed apples and preserved ginger. Concentrated honey-nut, warm apple tart and spice flavours fill the mouth giving ample flesh to the firm, fine structure. The bubbles are still remarkably frisky and, in harmony with the crisp backbone of acid, make for a relatively youthful, elegant and exquisitely balanced wine. Very long finish...” WA 12/08.

1996 is a LEGENDARY Champagne Vintage with Good Reason.

The wines are excellent!

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate rated the entire vintage the highest rating they have ever given a Champagne vintage at 97 points.Wine Spectator rated the vintage 96 points, tying it for the second highest rated vintage for Champagne from Wine Spectator.

This combined with the sheer demand that was seen for the 1996 vintage has cemented 1996 as one of Champagne’s most sought after and Legendary vintages. That being said…WE cannot believe we still have these beauties to offer!

We love these wines for their complexity and the fact that the wine just needs time in the bottle to come around. Yes, we like aged Champagne and this is one that needs time to show its true character and potential, which these beauties are NOW doing!

Dom Ruinart Rosé 1996 (93WA) | BTL $ SALE $

“Although Ruinart is best known for their vintage Blanc de Blancs, the Rose is perhaps even more fascinating, particularly after a few years in bottle, which in important vintages allows for the Pinot Noir to speak with great eloquence...” Antonio Galloni, the Wine Advocate 12/08.

750ml {#142456} .................................................... 400.00 225.00

1.5L {#341181} ....................................................... 800.00 475.00“...dense, shut-down wine that needs serious time in the cellar to come together. With additional bottle age, the Pinot character should emerge, as it almost always does. For now, this remains a structured Rosé that only occasionally reveals the brilliance that it appears capable of, yet all of the ingredients are present for the 1996 to emerge as a brilliant Dom Ruinart Rosé...93.” WA 12/08.

Dom Perignon | BTL $ SALE $

“...nothing could have prepared me for the Champagnes I tasted recently with Chef de Caves Richard Geoffroy...These wines are nothing short of magnifi cent.” Antonio Galloni, the Wine Advocate 3/10.

Oenotheque 1996 (99WE/97WA) {#338233} ........ 385.00 345.00 Original cases of three available

“A magnificent Champagne, one that is light, delicate, yet packed with character. It is beautifully balanced, with a bone-dry character, just softened by the toastiness that is developing. Expect this to age for many years...99.” WE 12/10.

“...offers up layers of pastry, lemon, smoke and toastiness. At first deceptively understated, the wine turns positively explosive and layered on the palate, showing remarkable tension, elegance and power, all wrapped around a seriously intense frame. The balance between fruit and acidity is awesome. This is a marvelous DP OEeno...97.” WA 3/10.

Also don’t miss the current release—the 2002 DP with a 96 point Rating may just be the second coming of the 1996!

Dom Perignon 2002 (96WA) {#336902} ................ 225.00 175.00“...at first intensely floral, with perfumed jasmine that dominates the bouquet. With time in the glass the wine gains richness as the flavors turn decidedly riper and almost tropical. Ripe apricots, passion fruit and peaches emerge from this flashy, opulent Dom Perignon. The wine’s volume makes it approachable today, but readers in search of more complexity will want to cellar this for at least a few years to allow for some of the baby fat to drop off...96.” WA 3/10.

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Superb, Elegant, Intense | BTL $ SALE $

Dosnon Blanc de Blancs, Recolte BlancheNV (91WA/91IWC) {#348225} .............................. 75.00 63.75“Pungent scents of poached pear and honeycomb, with complicating notes of jasmine and smoky minerals...good heft and pick up a spicy quality with air. The most serious of this set of Champagnes, with very good finishing thrust and a late note of salty minerality. Give this some air...91.” IWC 12/10.

Dosnon Recolte RoséNV (92IWC/91WS) {#338852} .............................. 70.00 59.50“Firm and focused, offering spicy red berry and succulent herb flavors, with dusty minerals adding grip and lift...Intriguing for its freshness as well as its power...excellent finishing clarity and tangy persistence...92.” IWC 11/08.

“ Champagne’s Servants Join the Masters” Eric Asimov, NYT

Eric Asimov of the New York Times in mid-July published an AMAZING piece on the key producers of Champagne sub-region the AUBE. If you are a Champagne lover and into understanding the geography and TERRIOR of Champagne this is a must read article. Not to mention the article highlighted eight of the “RISING STARS” in Champagne today.

Amongst those producers profiled was Cedric Bouchard whose Champagnes have achieved Cult status in the Wine Advocate and here in Zachys, selling out almost immediately upon arrival.

However, the lead off producer in Mr. Asimov’s article is another producer that we have just started to work with in the last 18 months. DOSNON & LEPAGE has been one of those selfish secrets of ours. The wines are OUTSTANDING and frankly became our little guilty pleasure as our first allotment was a mere 36 bottles of each cuvee.

That is no longer the case as we have just received a healthy chunk of these highly sought after Champagnes. Here are excerpts from Eric Asimov’s article:

“By contrast, many Aube producers are taking their cues instead from Burgundy, with its emphasis on farming and on being able to trace terroir through the wines. Rather than the hushed pop of the cork and the silken rush of bubbles, these Champagnes suggest soil on the boots and dirt under the fi ngernails. …

Mr. Dosnon studied viticulture and enology in Beaune, the heart of Burgundy, and he brings a Burgundian passion for the land to his work. Strolling through a hillside vineyard in the hamlet of Avirey-Lingey, about 25 miles southeast of Troyes, one parcel among 17 acres or so that they farm, I noticed another similarity to Burgundy, tiny fossilized seashells in the earth, like those often seen in the vineyards of Chablis...

“The soil is also interesting for pinot noir,” Mr. Dosnon said. “There’s a lot of volume and complexity.”

The Dosnon & Lepage Champagnes are superb, especially the 100 percent pinot noir Récolte Noire, powerful yet graceful, wonderfully fresh and aromatic, and a blanc de blancs, Récolte Blanche, a wine of fi nesse and nuance, with savory, focused fl oral and mineral fl avors...

DOSNON & LEPAGE Superb, elegant yet intense” Eric Asimov, the Pour, the New York Times 6/12/11.

Jeremy’s Top Ten Non-Vintage Champagne Picks!

Top 10! | BTL $ SALE $

1. Tribaut-Schloesser BrutNV (90WS) {#331320} ........................................ 36.99 27.99

2. Tribaut-Schloesser Rosé BrutNV (90SWJ) {#331321} ...................................... 41.99 32.99

3. Charles Ellner Cuvee de Reserve BrutNV (92WS) {#135585} ........................................ 49.99 39.99

4. Pierre Peters Cuvee ReserveNV (92WA) {#99481} .......................................... 65.00 49.99

5. Deutz Brut Rosé NV (90WS/90WA) {#164191} .. 60.00 48.00

6. Lallier Grande Reserve NV (92WS) {#336001} .. 59.00 39.99

7. Godme Premier Cru Reserve BrutNV (93WS) {#137010} ........................................ 60.00 48.00

8. Egly-Ouriet Rosé NV (93WA) {#79285} ............ 90.00 72.00

9. Taittinger Brut La FrancaiseNV (91WS) {#21659} .......................................... 49.99 39.95

10. Pol Roger Cuvee Reserve BrutNV (92WS) {#21519} .......................................... 55.00 44.00

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Picking up your wine has never been easier!Whether you give us a call or order online, shop ahead of time and we’ll have your wine waiting for you at Zachys!

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100 Point Champagne! | BTL $ SALE $

Louis Roederer Cristal2002 (100W&S) {#153701} ................................ 295.00 235.00“If a wine could ever make you want to pull the top down on your ‘68 Ferrari convertible, rip off the rearview mirror and take off, this is it. It has a different kind of energy than the ‘02 Cristal Rosé, which is more ethereal, like strawberries at the right hand of some ancient Gallic god. This is more insolent, brash, earth bound. All the scents and flavors seem to emanate from limestone, as does the acidity, which hits at the front of the mouth and powers through the wine with the kind of solar energy that lifts mist off the white chalk on a cool morning in Cramant. The wine goes on for miles. It’s already irresistible, and will only improve with ten, 20, 30 and 40 years of age...100.” W&S 12/09.

Our Best Bubbly Buy! | BTL $ SALE $

Prosecco (Sciarpa) NV {#157706} .......................... 17.99 13.99Snap, Crackle, Prosecco! Straight from the Treviso area in the Veneto this is a refreshing lively wine…exhibits notions of orange rind and honeyed grapefruit. Light-bodied, effervescent, and packing plenty of flavor! Get ready for the SCIARPA BUBBLES!

Best Value Cava! | BTL $ SALE $

Castell Roig Vinya 16 Cava NV Brut {#145380} ..... 17.99 13.99Selected as one of the best value Cava by Jay Miller of the Wine Advocate 2/08 Clean, crisp, refreshing is the best way to describe this easy drinking Cava. The fruit and yeasty character of this wine is more in line with California Sparkling wine than it is with the more robust aromatics of Cava.

“ Anselme Selosse is one of Champagne’s most iconic fi gures.” Antonio Galloni the Wine Advocate 12/10

When it comes to Champagne there are so many choices. Large house, small houses. Grower Champagne to Grand Marques.

But then there are the wines of Jacques Selosse Champagne!

Today at the helm is Anselme Selosse who is rightfully considered “one of Champagne’s most iconic fi gures.”

Anselme has set out to redefine Champagne and Champagne styles. By taking a more of a Grand Cru Burgundy still wine approach and mixing in Solera reserves and systems, Anselme Selosse is producing Champagne that is the most unique in the world today. Admired and emulated by many the Champagnes of Selosse are unparalleled as no one has yet to come close to produce a wine of striking similarity.

Just look at some of the comments that Antonio Galloni has made regarding this fantastic set of Champagne:

• The Initial is the entry-level wine at Selosse, but is the equivalent to most producers’ tete de cuvee.

• The NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Substance remains one of the most exotic, intriguing wines being made in the region today.

• Readers who take the time to explore Substance will be rewarded with one of the great drinking experiences in the world of wine.

• All things mineral add complexity to an expression of Chardonnay that is ripe, vinous and intense, in a style that pushes the envelope for what is possible in Champagne

Jacques Selosse | BTL $ SALE $

Brut Initial NV (94WA) {#137515} ......................... 235.00 175.00 “The Initial is the entry-level wine at Selosse, but is the equivalent to most producers’ tete de cuvee...94.” WA 12/10.

Brut Substance NV (96WA) {#137517} ................. 388.00 285.00 “The NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Substance remains one of the most exotic, intriguing wines being made in the region today. ...Readers who take the time to explore Substance will be rewarded with one of the great drinking experiences in the world of wine...96.” WA 12/10.

Version Originale NV (96WA) {#161761} .............. 275.00 205.00 “...in a style that pushes the envelope for what is possible in Champagne...96.” WA 12/10.

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Right Bank Buys | BTL $

*La Reverence (St Emilion Grand Cru) 2010 (93-94JS)

375ml {#346631} ..................................................................13.99

750ml {#346623} ..................................................................23.95

1.5L {#346628} .....................................................................55.00 “I love the density and tannin texture to this wine. Very perfumed and enticing. Full yet reserved. A beauty...93-94.” James Suckling 4/11.

*L’Ecuyer (Pomerol) 2010 (93-94JS)

375ml {#346648} ..................................................................18.99

750ml {#346646} ..................................................................33.99

1.5L {#346650} .....................................................................75.00 “What fruit in this! Intense aromas of dark berries and licorice. Full and very soft with a long, long finish. So attractive...93-94.” James Suckling 4/11.

Two Left Bank Buys that SCREAM Value! | BTL $

*Picque Caillou (Pessac-Leognan) 2010 (91-92JS)

375ml {#344772} ..................................................................13.99

750ml {#344773} ..................................................................23.99

1.5L {#344771} .....................................................................55.00 “I like the silky tannins and blueberry character in this wine, with licorice and tar. Full and in balance. Better than 2009...91-92.” James Suckling 4/11.

*Fonbadet 2010 (91-92JS) {#344553} ......................................34.99“Wonderful finish here, with lots of mineral, currant leaf and blackberry on the finish. Full and chewy, yet polished...91-92.” JS 6/11.

Unknown Pomerol that is until Now...

This past Spring, I was able to taste a sample of this little Pomerol estate and was very impressed. The quality was tremendous and the wine was very alluring. Let’s just say it has a lot going on and going for it.

Based on the conversation I was having with the negociants, I was expecting this wine to be in that $85 range when it came out. Thankfully I was wrong!

At $54.99 this is one of those great steals in Pomerol, especially in a wine that Robert Parker makes a comparison to the tiny producers and extremely expensive sought after Le Pin!

This is bound to be one of the buys of the Vintage and the Vintage that Le Moulin Pomerol becomes a very recognizable name.

Pomerol | BTL $

*Le Moulin Pomerol 2010 (92-94WA/92-95WS) {#346264} .....54.99 “...Le Moulin is a somewhat under the radar Pomerol that I have always found to have a kinship to Le Pin, if only because of its exuberant exoticism...layers of fruitcake, spice box, plum, black currant and cherry characteristics. Medium to full-bodied, deep and already irresistible...a big, loaded Pomerol...92-94.” WA 5/11.

“Sleek and restrained, with a gorgeous mouthfeel, as silky tannins are already lengthy, carrying the spice, Linzer Torte, crushed cherry and red currant fruit...classy...92-95.” WS 5/11.

Two of the Best 2010 Values...93-94 Points and Starting at $23.95!

Here we go!

These two sister properties in St Emilion and Pomerol had actually caught our attention with the 2007 Vintage when one of our close negociants presented the wines to us. Needless to say if the 2007s caught our attention and made us start to follow the wine they had to be very good for the money.

And they ARE!

We’ve kept a watchful eye on the progress at these two estates and have just been waiting for the right Vintage to really introduce them to all of you.

2010 is that Vintage!

We completely agree with James Suckling on these wines. They are: “A beauty” and “So attractive.”

These are wines of top quality that really deliver for the money. Frankly, even in the blockbuster 2009 Vintage there were not many if any St Emilion Grand Cru announced under $25 with a 93-94 rating. Plus a Pomerol under $35 with a 93-94 rating?!

The quality, affordability and sheer enjoyment these wines represent are what have made us very big proponents of these two estates!

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Wines marked with an asterisk (*) are pre-arrival

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First Growth 100 Pointer! | BTL $

*Margaux 2010 (100JS/96-99WS) {#344747} .......................1350.00 “A phenomenal nose of roses, violets, and other flowers. Subtle yet rich...It is full and very, very rich but it is forever balanced and in harmony What a wine. It is a pinpointed wine. So cerebral. It sends shivers down my spine. Incredible...100.” JS 4/11.

Available in Original Wood Cases of Three (3)

Lafi te’s 2nd Property | BTL $

*Duhart Milon (Rothschild) 2010 (94-96WA) {#344430} .......150.00 “...A classic Pauillac, the opaque purple-colored 2010, a blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot, reveals beautiful notes of creme de cassis, licorice, tobacco leaf and forest floor. Bigger and more muscular than most previous vintages, this full-bodied Pauillac possesses stunning density as well as intensity...and should age effortlessly for 25-30 years...94-96.” WA 5/11.

Lafi te with-out the Price Tag...

As a Bordeaux wine lover you know that Lafite Rothschild is not only one of the greatest estates in Bordeaux but also the hottest property on the market today. The result, the prices have jumped and jumped. Finding the wine has become harder and harder.

But thankfully the team at Lafite have not only kept the improvements in the cellar and vineyards at Lafite but also spread them out to all the other properties that Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) own. This includes the Pauillac property Duhart Milon that is not very far away from Lafite Rothschild. The quality and depth of wine now being produced at Duhart Milon is on par with or greater than all the other classified wines in the commune. Plus, you get that Lafite refinement and style in a wine that is a mere fraction of the price of Lafite!

Duhart Milon may not be the legendary Lafite but for the price, quality and that Lafite style...Duhart Milon is the buy from the Domaines Barons de Rothschild stable!

Chateau Margaux— the Wine of the 2010 Vintage?

Chateau Margaux just maybe the Wine of the 2010 Vintage!!!

The 2010 Vintage has certainly set many records with the latest announcements out of Bordeaux.

That is for sure. From record scores to impressively age-worthy wines and of course record prices; the 2010 Vintage is one for the history books.

In that book, Chateau Margaux is going to be one of the big names and big mentions. It is destined to be one of those highly sought after auction legends that people will be hunting down for years to come.

And yes we still have some to offer you! In addition to the above mentioned records, the one thing that was consistent from all the First Growths and Top Chateaux (besides Margaux) was the dramatic decrease in allocations. Many wines were cut down by 30% with some even as drastic as 60% less. This has resulted in most of all the First Growths and hard to find Chateaux being sold-out already. Long before we can even put on the finishing touches of our complete comprehensive 2010 Bordeaux offer.

So with that being said, I wanted to make sure our loyal clients like yourself still had a chance to reserve your Chateau Margaux before it runs out too.

The 2010 Margaux is a legend in the making that already has that perfect score...100 points from James Suckling.

Reserve your Margaux today before it is too late.

* All orders subject to written confirmation. Payment is due upon confirmation of order. Delivery of 2010 Bordeaux will be completed by the Fall 2013. Many odd sizes available, if you do not see a odd size that you are looking for, please inquire. Prices are net & not subject to any discounts. Prices are subject to change without notice. Maximum charge on any credit card for Bordeaux futures is $10,000.

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Parker’s Sleepers | BTL $ SALE $

*Domaine de Chevalier Rouge 2008 (93WA) {#164308} ....................................... 60.00 48.00 “...One of the fabulous sleepers of the vintage and a wine for serious Bordeaux aficionados to consider buying...this medium to full-bodied, ageworthy 2008 are impressive...I would not be surprised if it turns out to be as impressive as the 2010...93.” WA 5/11.

Lascombes 2008 (93WA) {#165272} ...................... 80.00 64.00“...Another incredibly successful sleeper of the vintage, the 2008 Lascombes confirms just how many top 2008s were produced...sexy, up-front perfume of forest floor, damp earth, blue and red fruits and a touch of spicy oak...it is well-worth buying by the case...93.” WA 5/11.

*La Lagune 2008 (93WA) {#164362} ........................ 55.00 44.00“...One of the most beautiful wines of the vintage...exhibits sweet cassis, camphor, truffle & white chocolate notes presented in a dense, medium to full-bodied, silky textured personality...authoritative flavor intensity...93.” WA 5/11.

*St Pierre 2008 (93WA) {#164483} ........................... 60.00 48.00“...this stunning effort is a wine to buy by the case...reveals a skyscraper-like mouthfeel along with tremendous viscosity and unctuosity. One of the richest and potentially longest-lived 2008s, it is a fabulous sleeper of the vintage...93.” WA 5/11.

*Sanctus 2008 (93WA) {#164960} ............................ 38.99 30.99“...One of the sleepers of the vintage...Evolved and forward...Rhone-like notes of kirsch and lavender, a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel and a lusty finish...93.” WA 5/11.

Zachys’ Sleepers | BTL $ SALE $

Picque Caillou 2008 (Pessac-Leognan) {#326724} .. 29.99 23.99

Fonbadet 2008 (Pauillac) {#326725} ...................... 49.99 36.99

La Fleur 2008 (St Emilion) 2008 {#326722} ........... 49.99 36.99

Moulin Rouge 2008 (Haut Medoc) {#165780} ........ 20.99 16.50

The Winemakers’ Collection: Stephane Derenoncourt - Cuvee No.4

2008 (89-92WA) (Haut Medoc) {#165451} .......... 33.99 26.95

Rouget 2008 (91WA) (Pomerol) {#165009} ............ 44.99 35.99

Robert Parker’s Sleepers of the Vintage, Stunning Efforts and Wine for Serious Bordeaux Afi cionados!

Our “Sleepers of the Vintage!”

This past Spring, Robert Parker released his final 2008 Bordeaux tasting notes and scores. All in all, 2008 is a very solid Vintage that has turned out some exceptional wines.

The plus side as Robert Parker pointed out is that 2008 is an exceptional “Value” Vintage! A Vintage full of great wines, with strong distinction and frankly much more aggressive pricing than the 2009s.

These wines are just starting to hit the United States and now is the best time to stock up on some of these tremendous wines before it is too late.

With prices on the 2008s low in comparison to 2009s these wines are going to fly out of here once they land and getting more stock out of Bordeaux with the current exchange and current market value will only mean these wines will be much more expensive, if not doubled.

“This vintage came out at low prices and the top wines have soared in value. However, most 2008s remain somewhat forgotten and under-valued vis á vis the two subsequent vintages. These are classic and outstanding wines that represent excellent value.” Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 5/11.

Robert Parker has his list of “Sleepers of the Vintage” and so do we. Our head buyer Jeremy Noye sat down with Bordeaux specialist Alex Javadi and Zachys President Jeff Zacharia to come up with our list of 2008s that we feel are the True Sleepers of the Vintage.

Bordeaux

“2008 is an exceptionally strong vintage in Pomerol and St.-Emilion as well as Graves. The Médocs are more mixed, but as the following tasting notes indicate, there are some top wines in this vintage even though they may not hit the high marks of the sumptuous 2009s or massive 2010s...”

Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 5/11.


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Margaux Best Buy! | BTL $ SALE $

Malescot St Exupery 2008 (93WA) {#164414} ....... 70.00 55.00“2008: An amazing success in this vintage, the dark ruby/purple-hued 2008 reveals its noble terroir in its complex aromatics of spring flowers and burning embers/charcoal. A medium to full-bodied mouthfeel displaying no hard edges and a seamless integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and wood result in an approachable, already evolved wine that can be drunk now or cellared for 15+ years...93.” WA 5/11.

Chateau Malescot St Exupery is hands down the Margaux estate that any serious Margaux Fan or Bordeaux Lover should be watching.

In our opinion, Malescot St Exupery is the equivalent to Pauillac’s Pontet Canet or even Lynch Bages. This property has improved tremendously over the years, much like Lynch Bages and Pontet Canet, it is turning out some of the top wines of Margaux and Bordeaux year after year.

Frankly, we believe it is safe to say that Malescot is also turning out wines of First Growth and Super-Second quality Vintage after Vintage.

Just look at this tremendous track record:

Vintage Score Price

2010 94-96WA/93-96WS $105.00

2009 97-100WS/95-97WA $125.00

2008 93WA/90-93WS $55.00

2007 90WS $68.00

2006 92WS/91+WA $65.00

2005 97WA/97WS $180.00

And in the 2008 Vintage, Malescot is clearly in the Top Wines for Margaux of the Vintage and honestly is the deal of the pack!

Wine Score Price

Chateau Margaux 94WA/91WS $700.00+

Palmer 94WA/91WS $180.00+

Malescot St Exupery 93WA/90-93WS $55.00

Lascombes 93WA $80.00

When announced, the 2008 Vintage represented some of the greatest values we have seen coming out of Bordeaux. Today, many of those values are still around and when compared to the prices of the 2009 and 2010s the 2008s are the best deals to be had; not to mention in many cases very impressive wines.

The Best Buy In Margaux— The Pontet Canet or Lynch Bages of Margaux!

Mature Bordeaux from the Zachys Cellar | BTL $ SALE $

Cos d’Estournel 1990 (94WA) {#26674} .............. 450.00 360.00“It exhibits sweet berry fruit intermixed with spice box, herbs, and spring flowers. Expansive, round, and sensual, with wonderful purity as well as lushness, this irresistible wine can be enjoyed over the next 6-10 years...94.” WA 6/09.

d’Issan 1990 {#311486} ......................................... 150.00 125.00

Valandraud 1995 (95WA) {#67819} ...................... 400.00 320.00

Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1996 (96WA) {#80648} ...................................... 345.00 276.00“Only 50% of the estate’s production made it into the grand vin. The color is a saturated ruby/purple. The nose suggests sweet, nearly overripe Cabernet Sauvignon, with its blueberry/blackberry/cassis scents intermixed with high quality, subtle, toasty new oak. Deep and full-bodied, with fabulous concentration and a sweet, opulent texture, this wine was singing in full harmony when I tasted it in January...96.” WA 4/99.

L’Hermitage 1998 (90WS) {#1001011548} ................ 75.00 60.00

La Gomerie 1998 (94WA) {#51870} ...................... 210.00 168.00

La Mondotte 1998 (96WS/96WA) {#51912} .......... 435.00 348.00

Pavie 1998 (96WA) {#47886} ................................ 300.00 240.00

Tertre Roteboeuf 1998 (95WA) {#53744} ............. 275.00 220.00

Valandraud 1998 (94WS) {#61135} ...................... 300.00 240.00

Lynch Bages 1999 (91IWC) {#25130} .................. 170.00 136.00

Malescot St Exupery 1999 (90WA) {#319524} ..... 115.00 92.00

Monbousquet 1999 (94WA) {#55137} .................. 115.00 92.00

Haut Batailley 2000 (92WS) {#45047} .................. 110.00 85.00

Hosanna 2000 (96WA) {#27052} ........................... 375.00 300.00

La Clemence 2000 (91WA) {#112002} .................. 115.00 92.00

Malartic La Graviere Rouge2000 (92WS) {#50005} ........................................ 79.00 63.00

Malescot St Exupery 2000 (93WS) {#107326} ..... 175.00 140.00

Pavie Decesse 2000 (96WA) {#40154} ................. 289.00 230.00

Quinault L’Enclos 2000 (94WA) {#51243} ............ 100.00 80.00

Troplong Mondot 2000 (95WA) {#48769} ............. 255.00 204.00

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2009 Bordeaux | BTL $ SALE $

Pasquet (90JS) {#340560} ....................................... 19.99 15.99“Smoky with a vanilla and berry character on the nose. Full bodied, with velvety tannins. Loads of berries and currants in the long finish...90.” JamesSuckling.com 2/11.

However, Pasquet is not the only 2009 Bordeaux that we have in-stock now. Check-out these great beauties all under $20 too!

Chateau Lauduc Prestige Bordeaux Superieur {#342916} ............................................................. 21.99 17.99Excellent balance here. The dark fruit edge is complemented with a touch of chocolate and that classic flinty pencil finish. Really a text book feel.

Chateau Peybrun {#342912} ................................... 22.99 18.99From the tiny zone of Cadillac this remarkable Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon Claret hits the sweet spot on the drink now scale. Beautiful cherry notes with a smoke edge support the medium body texture and silky smooth tannins.

Cheval Noir 2009 {#343346} ................................... 23.99 18.99“Sweet berry on the nose, with hints of dark cherry. Medium-bodied, with delicate tannins and a fresh finish...” WS 2010

Macard (90WS) {#347485} ....................................... 16.99 13.50“Ripe and dense, but fresh, with silky-textured plum, blackberry and blueberry fruit carried by sweet spice and maduro tobacco notes. The fleshy finish shows nice drive. Should open up more with brief cellaring. Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon...90.” WS 12/10.

90 Point 2009 Bordeaux for Only $12!

2010 will certainly go down in the history books as a legend considering the style of the wines, the quality and of course the massive price tags that are being associated with them. This is truly another amazing Vintage that is extremely close in quality to the already Legendary 2009 Vintage.

However, as much as the press and everyone else are talking about how expensive Bordeaux now is—there are still plenty of GREAT VALUES from the region.

Chateau Pasquet is one of these great little properties that not one of the major Press Publications had ever reviewed. That was until wine critic James Suckling, came to Zachys to film a blind tasting video of wines we felt were 90 points or more and under $20 per bottle.

We included Pasquet and needless to say we FLOORED MR. SUCKLING with the quality of this little gem that he rated 90 points!

“Smoky with a vanilla and berry character on the nose. Full bodied, with velvety tannins. Loads of berries and currants in the long fi nish...90” JamesSuckling.com 2/11.

This is what it is really all about. Good drinking wine, that is well made and affordable. Especially when it comes from a great vintage like 2009; which maybe the second coming of the legendary 1982 or even 1961!

2009 Vintage Chart

Wine Wine Advocate Wine Spectator

St Julien/St Estephe/Pauillac 99 97-100

Margaux 97 97-100

Graves 98 97-100

Pomerol 98 95-98

St Emilion 93 95-98

But, you don’t have to spend a TON of money to enjoy the benefits of the Vintage. Great Vintages produce Great Wines across the range and that is where the true VALUE lies.

2008 & 2009 Bordeaux TastingNovember 7, 2011 | 6-8pm

Take a drive to Zachys as we taste 2008 and 2009 Bordeaux with the Chateaux owners and winemakers who just ran the New York City Marathon.

Wines to include the famous Mouton Rothschild!

Reservations required. To reserve your attendance please contact Violet Garcia at [email protected] or call 914.874.8078.

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There is no doubt that the wines of Michel Niellon have long been some of the finest from Chassagne Montrachet and frankly are widely regarded as benchmarks of the region. With that classic, richness and roundness early; the Niellon signature style has given us all great wines that are delicious upon release and age beautifully. A goal that many have tried to emulate over the years and failed at.

The 2009s are the perfect example of great drinking wines that have all the potential to “age gracefully.” John Gilman of a View from the Cellar is calling the Niellon 2009s the “second coming” of his glorious 1989s!

“Michel Niellon has made “second comings” of his superb 1989s in 2009, as the ‘09s seem to my palate like spitting images of his wines from twenty years ago...I would be very surprised if they do not age very much along the lines of the fi ne 1989 Niellon wines...”John Gilman, A View from the Cellar Issue 30.

The wines are SUPER SEDUCTIVE right now and drinking GREAT! You can’t go wrong with these and the Clos de la Maltroie is the SLEEPER of the bunch. Stock up now, as these wines will not last long.

Chassagne Montrachet Michel Niellon 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Les Chaumees Clos de la Truffi ere 1er Cru(92+JG/91BH) {#339175} ................................... 105.00 82.00 “The old vines in the Clos de la Truffiere have produced the most complete premier cru in the Niellon cellars in 2009...nose is deep, pure and beautifully complex...On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and very long, with lovely focus and balance, a nice core of pure fruit, sound acids and fine focus on the long, soil-driven and complex finish. Fine juice...” John Gilman a View from the Cellar Issue 30.

Clos St Jean 1er Cru(93NM/92BH/91+JG) {#339174} ........................ 105.00 82.00 “...has a fine base of minerality to add drive and focus on the backend of the palate. The buxom nose offers up scents of apple, pineapple, a touch of orange peel, impressive minerality and vanillin oak. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and quite broad-shouldered, with plenty of mid-palate amplitude, good acidity and very good focus and balance on the long finish.” John Gilman a View from the Cellar Issue 30.

Les Vergers 1er Cru(93NM/92JG/91BH) {#339848} .......................... 105.00 74.00 “The younger vines in Vergers are starting to come into their own a bit and the 2009 vintage is one of the best I have tasted since this fine parcel was replanted. The nose on the ‘09 Vergers is a very pretty blend of apples, pears, lime blossoms, chalky minerality, spring flowers and vanillin oak. On the palate the wine is deep, fullish and very pure, with lovely, crisp acids, very good focus and balance...Very good juice in the making...” John Gilman a View from the Cellar Issue 30.

Clos de la Maltroie 1er Cru(91+JG/90BH/90NM) {#339844} ........................ 105.00 74.00 “...On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and generous on the attack, with a surprisingly vigorous base of minerality, good focus and cut and a most impressively long and complex finish. Again, I am really struck by how much this young wine reminds me of Monsieur Niellon’s 1989s.” John Gilman a View from the Cellar Issue 30.

The Premier Crus of Michel Niellon the “Second Coming” of the 1989s...

Gros Frere et Soeur 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Bourgogne Hautes Cotes de Nuits Blanc{#341631} ............................................................. 34.99 27.99

Clos Vougeot Musigni (92+WA/91-93BH){#341637} ........................................................... 185.00 148.00

Grands Echezeaux (95WA) {#341639} ................. 345.00 276.00

Echezeaux (94WA) {#341638} ............................... 175.00 140.00

Richebourg (96WA) {#341640} ............................. 505.00 400.00

Vosne Romanee (90WA) {#341634} ........................ 89.00 69.95

Vosne Romanee Premier Cru (92WA) {#341635} .. 115.00 90.00

Vosne Romanee Premier Cru Les Chaumes(91WA) {#341636} .............................................. 160.00 125.00

One of Vosne Romanee’s Greatest Names: Gros...

The history and story of the Gros family in and around Vosne-Romanee is complicated to say the least. There are essentially four separate Gros domaines and yes they are all related to each other.

Gros Frere et Soeur, Anne Gros, A.F. Gros and Michel Gros.

The one thing that is consistent...the Gros family name in Burgundy, which is not only a historic name but a name that is synonymous with exceptional quality.

Every year the Gros wines that we carry from any of the four domaines disappear in a flash.

The one domaine that currently seems to have the best draw with you is Gros F&S.

The 2009s are excellent and live up to the rich history of the domaine and the family in general. Lock yours in today as these wines have already arrived!

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Faiveley 2009 - WHITES | BTL $ SALE $

Bienvenues Batard Montrachet (92-95IWC)

*750ml {#338895} ................................................ 357.00 210.00

*1.5L {#345376} ................................................... 775.00 545.00

*Chablis Les Clos (93-96IWC) {#338687} ................ 98.00 78.00

Chassagne Montrachet Morgeot(89-91BH) {#338892} ......................................... 119.00 95.00

Corton Charlemagne (94-97IWC)

750ml {#338898} ................................................ 294.00 235.00

*1.5L {#345378} ................................................... 650.00 470.00

*Puligny Montrachet Garenne(91-94IWC) {#338682} ....................................... 113.00 89.00

*Puligny Montrachet Referts(90-93IWC) {#338683} ....................................... 119.00 89.00

Faiveley 2009 - REDS | BTL $ SALE $

*Clos de Vougeot (92-95IWC/92-94BH) {#338917} .. 220.00 176.00

*Corton Clos des Cortons (375ml)(96-99IWC) {#345379} ....................................... 110.00 88.00

*Corton Clos des Cortons (96-99IWC) {#338918} .. 375.00 300.00

*Gevrey Chambertin Les Cazetiers(90-93IWC/92-94BH) {#338905} ........................ 180.00 144.00

Latricieres Chambertin (92-95IWC/92-95BH)

*750ml {#336059} ................................................ 275.00 220.00

*1.5L {#345381} ................................................... 550.00 395.00

Mazis Chambertin (94-97IWC)

*750ml {#338920} ................................................ 275.00 220.00

*1.5L {#345382} ................................................... 600.00 455.00

*Meursault Charmes (92-95IWC) {#338681} ......... 130.00 104.00

From White to Red the Greatest Line-Up of 2009!?!

Domaine Joseph Faiveley has turned out quite possibly the Greatest Line-Up of 2009!

That’s right the house of Faiveley once known for being a major negociant of Burgundy and a touch too old-school in our opinion has turned out one of the 2009 Vintage’s Greatest Line-Ups.

Faiveley is not the winery of old. With the latest generation in control, Erwan Faiveley and his team have turned the Faiveley style around within three short vintages. Lucky for all of us it was just in time for the 2009 Vintage. Not only has the Faiveley house style gone through a revamp, but Faiveley is now predominately producing wines that are solely Domaine produced.

Today the Faiveley team is controlling everything from vine to wine. That control and quality improvement is showcased perfectly in the 2009 Vintage. Where Domaine Joseph Faiveley just may have turned out the finest line-up of both White and Red 2009 Burgundy. Just check-out the terrific reviews from both the International Wine Cellar and the Burghound!

“Note: all wines with the exception of the Bourgogne, the Blagny and the Santenots are from Domaine fruit.” BH 1/11.

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Bertheau 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Chambolle Musigny (91+SWJ) {#337408} ........... 105.00 77.50“Savory red and black berry aromas and flavors lead to a creamy finish. Medium-bodied...91.” SWJ 7/18.

Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru(89-91BH) {#337409} ......................................... 145.00 115.00“…persistent, balanced and delicious finish…89-91.” BH 1/11.

Chambolle Musigny Les Charmes(90-92BH) {#337410} ......................................... 185.00 144.00“…excellent complexity, all wrapped in a balanced, intense and lingering finish...90-92.” BH 1/11.

The Best Kept Secret of Chambolle

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Joseph Drouhin 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Morey St Denis (91+SWJ) {#345823} ..................... 49.99 34.99 “Translucent ruby. Lovely floral notes reminiscent of sandalwood mix with bing cherry aromas in an enticing, understated style. Briary, spiced red berry flavors on the midpalate, with solid concentration and a long finish. An atypically elegant 2009...91.” SWJ 7/11.

Look What I Found--Forgotten About 2009 Morey St Denis!

When reviewing my pre-sell request with the team from Maison Joseph Drouhin; one of the great Burgundy families. In doing so, I noticed something was missing from my confirmation. It was our request for some of the village level Morey St Denis.

Now normally I would have just shrugged it off, but I remember tasting the wine with Veronique in Beaune and really liking it.

So I asked what happened, a day later the Drouhin team came back to me and said they forgot about the Morey St Denis. The production I guess was so small that it got shuffled off to the side.

The wine has not been presented to anyone in the press nor was it presented to anyone in the world.

That being said, I inquired...How small is “small production?” The answer made my next question a NO BRAINER...Can we have it all!?

Well, we didn’t quite get it all as of course the family wanted some for their consumption but we did get a very nice chunk of it and in doing so played the age old game of “Let’s Make A Deal.”

That’s why I am able to offer you a great 2009 wine from one of Burgundy’s great producers for only $34.99 per bottle!

I am so impressed by this wine and excited to share the 2009 Vintage with you that with today’s pricing You save $15 per bottle—30%!

In Allen Meadows’ the Burghound May, 2011 issue he reviewed a majority of the Drouhin wines highlighting many of their Village Levels wines in his “Sweet Spot” and “Outstanding” categories.

Calling the Gevrey Chambertin “...an excellent quality level for a villages level wine” and the Nuits St Georges “...delivers impressive length for a villages level wine. Excellent quality here.” I am convinced that if Allen was given the opportunity to taste this Morey St Denis we would have been reading about another village wine of “excellent quality.”

At this price, this is a steal for top quality Red 2009 Burgundy, especially when compared to most of the village level pricing of the rest of the line-up that starts at $75.

Remoissenet P&F 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Bourgogne Rouge Reserve (89WA) {#346454} ..... 28.99 22.99 “The 2009 Bourgogne Rouge Reserve is a blend of parcels in Gevrey, Serrigny and Volnay, vinified separately and then blended. It shows wonderful juiciness at this level, with plenty of fruit, and a supple, engaging personality...89.” WA 5/11.

New Red Burgundy Arrivals! | BTL $ SALE $

Gevrey Chambertin Vieilles Vignes (Geantet-Pansiot)2009 (91BH) {#342552} ....................................... 95.00 69.95“A knockout at this level....91” BH 1/11

Vosne Romanee Beaumonts (Jean Grivot)2008 (93WA) {#335327} ..................................... 125.00 95.00“...This is a beautiful, complete wine with a very bright future...93.” WA 5/11.

Beaune Greves Vigne de l’Enfant Jesus (Bouchard Pere et Fils)2009 (91-94BH) {#347407} ................................ 115.00 89.95“...Terrific...91-94.” BH 5/11.

Volnay En Caillerets (Pousse d’Or)2009 (94WA/94BH) {#341674} ........................... 115.00 89.95“...It is a dazzling wine though, and one built for the long haul...94.” WA 5/11.

Highest Scored 2009 Bourgogne Rouge In Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate!

The fi rst of the 2009s are starting to roll in! Hooray!!!

One of the first wines to arrive is the highest rated Bourgogne Rouge in Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate. This turned out to be a very pleasant surprise!

We expected very good to exceptional marks for some Bourgogne Rouge in the 2009 Vintage. The quality of the 2009 Vintage really makes stocking up on Bourgogne and Village level wine fun, exciting and smart. But we never expected to hear that one of Burgundy’s greatest “resurrection projects” is responsible for turning out the highest rated Bourgogne Rouge 2009 so far!

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zThis Is Just the Bourgogne Rouge, Imagine the Rest “...a sexy, beautiful wine...expressive aromatics and gorgeous integrity...”

The Lignier Michelot 2009s have arrived! In the delivery are of course some very impressive examples of Morey St Denis and one “sexy, beautiful” Bourgogne Rouge! As is the case in very strong vintages like 2009, the entry level and village wines really do deliver for the money.

Virgile Lignier did not miss a beat in 2009 and his wines are great examples of the Vintage and a joy to drink now. His Bourgogne Rouge is one of our top value picks of the vintage along with his Old Vine Village level Morey St Denis and Chambolle Musignys. Plain and simple, these wines are delicious now.

“Virgile Lignier’s 2009s show notable intensity and ripeness, but also preserve quite a bit of freshness through the use of whole clusters, which reach as much as 100% in two wines...” Antonio Galloni, the Wine Advocate 5/11.

Lignier Michelot 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Bourgogne Rouge (88WA) {#344712} .................... 27.99 21.99 “The 2009 Bourgogne is a sexy, beautiful wine with expressive aromatics and gorgeous integrity in its fruit, particularly at this level...88.” WA 5/11.

Morey St Denis Vieilles Vignes(90-92WA) {#344931} ........................................... 65.00 52.00 “Deep, muscular wine imbued with the essence of blackberries, blueberries, spices and licorice. The fruit wraps around the palate beautifully in this round, sensual wine. Despite the wine’s richness, this also reveals impressive freshness, minerality and length...90-92.” WA 5/11.

Chambolle Musigny Vieilles Vignes(89+WA) {#344710} .............................................. 70.00 56.00 “...a sensual wine that shows the darker side of the village. It possesses substantial length and polish as well. The vines in these three parcels are more than 50 years old on average…89+.” WA 5/11.

Morey St Denis En la Rue de Vergy(89-92IWC) {#344942} ......................................... 70.00 56.00 “...Strawberry, spices and good mineral lift on the nose. Dense, juicy and aromatic, with lovely delineation to the red fruit, mineral and floral flavors. A very fresh and balanced 2009...89-92.” IWC 2/11.

Morey St Denis Chenevery(91-93WA/91-93BH) {#344714} ......................... 100.00 80.00 “A very fresh and high-toned nose features notes of cherry, blue berry, stone and hints of both floral elements and wood that complement the rich yet fine middle weight flavors...wonderfully pure and impeccably well-balanced finish. This is a wine of poise and Zen-like harmony...91-93.” BH 1/11.

Morey St Denis Faconnieres(91-94BH) {#344715} ......................................... 105.00 84.00“A more restrained yet similar nose marries into seductively textured, lacy and ultra pure flavors that are wonderfully refined...silky mouth feel and culminate in a superbly long finish that is the epitome of finesse. This is terrific and highly recommended...91-94.” BH 1/11.

Roger Luquet 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Macon Villages Blanc Clos de Condemine{#339223} ............................................................. 17.99 12.50Insane Value!!!

Pouilly-Fuisse Terroir (90SWJ) {#339669} ............. 27.99 20.99 “From a blend of Luquet’s most choice parcels, the Terroir bottling exhibits notes of moss, stones, and lemon cream. Mellow wood tones with a dose of crushed rocks frolic on the finish...90.” SWJ 3/11.

Saint Veran Vers les Monts (90SWJ) {#339670} .... 18.99 14.25 “...charming lemon and apply jelly fragrances. The attack is marked by an almost Chablis-like intensity, with a core of mineral notes, serious acidity, and sharp lemony fruits. Some gooseberry flavors develop with aeration...90.” SWJ 1/11.

Getting Better with Age...

Over the Summer, I cracked opened a few bottles of the 2009 Roger Luquet White Burgundies. Now I know you are probably wondering how my subject of “Getting Better with Age” has to do with 2009 White Burgundies. But it does. The Roger Luquet wines were some of the first 2009 White Burgundies to arrive at Zachys.

When the wines first arrived, they were delicious. All about ZIP and refreshing qualities, these wines became a hit and sold out very fast.

We just received our second shipment of the wines and let me tell you...more time in the bottle equals “Getting Better with Age.” The wines still have that refreshing ZIP but now the body, roundness and overall texture of the wines is even better.

They are a joy to drink now! Good body, good ZIP, great length and super clean aromatics of Green Apples, Pear, and a stony mineral edge. All in all, fun wines with the St Veran having a touch more lemon notes and the lightest of the two. The Pouilly-Fuisse is rounder, a bit more body and that hint of creamy texture. That being said, this trio is the perfect way to stock up on White Burgundy!

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Joseph Drouhin 2009 - WHITE | BTL $ SALE $

Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches Blanc(94+JG) {#340324} ............................................. 130.00 97.75Burghound “Sweet Spot”

Chablis Le Clos Drouhin Vaudon(94JG) {#345738} ................................................. 95.00 60.00

*Chablis Vaillons Drouhin Vaudon(92JG) {#345737} ................................................. 46.99 37.50

*Corton Charlemagne (95JG/94BH) {#341262} .... 200.00 125.00Burghound “Don’t Miss”

Meursault (92JG) {#345739} ................................... 55.00 44.00

Meursault Perrieres (92-93+JG) {#345741} ......... 130.00 104.00

*Puligny Montrachet (90JG) {#345740} ................... 65.00 49.99

*Puligny Montrachet Les Folatieres(92JG) {#340323} ............................................... 120.00 99.00

Joseph Drouhin 2009 - RED | BTL $ SALE $

Beaune Greves 1er Cru (92WA/92JG) {#342540} .. 110.00 65.00

Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches Rouge(93WA) {#340326} .............................................. 125.00 85.00Burghound “Sweet Spot”

Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru (92BH) {#340334} .. 115.00 90.00Burghound “Sweet Spot”

*Chambolle Musigny {#340330} .............................. 85.00 65.00

Clos St Denis {#345760} ....................................... 225.00 185.00

Corton Bressandes (93+JG) {#345761} ............... 225.00 135.00

Cote de Beaune {#345748} ..................................... 27.99 22.99Burghound “Sweet Spot”

Gevrey Chambertin (90JG/90BH) {#340332} ......... 79.00 65.00Burghound “Sweet Spot”

Morey St Denis (91+SWJ) {#345823} ..................... 49.99 34.99

Nuits St Georges Les Proces (92JG) {#345755} .. 140.00 99.00

Drouhin from Clos des Mouches to Marquis Laguiche the 2009s are Simply Stunning!

It is no secret that we at Zachys have long been HUGE fans of the wines produced by the Maison Joseph Drouhin family. The house style is one of pure elegance and has attracted us for many years.

That is why in the 2009 Vintage, we are exceptionally excited about the Maison Drouhin wines.

With the richness and extremely high quality of the fruit, the refined natural tannin level and of course that Drouhin sense of elegance - the wines were bound to be some of the most elegant and thought provoking of the Vintage. And they are! Not to mention, some of the finest wines that are excellent to cellar for years to come. All in all we feel the Drouhin Family has turned out one of their greatest Vintages with wines that will continue to drink well for years to come and hold equally as well in the cellar.

“The 2009 Maison Joseph Drouhin wines that I did taste on this trip are superb, with neither the whites nor the reds showing any signs of the over ripeness that plagued some producers in this vintage...there were enough absolutely stunning examples in the Drouhin cellars on both the red and white sides of the ledger in 2009 that I have little doubt that the entire range is superb in this vintage, and where a score here or there may lag behind its customary range in previous vintages, I would strongly urge readers to assume that the wine was just a tad grumpy from its recent mise and that it will move up again as it has a chance to settle in again after its bottling.” John Gilman a View from the Cellar Issue #30.

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Domaine Gouron | BTL $ SALE $

Chinon Cuvee Terroir2006 (90JS/90+SWJ) {#331118} ......................... 24.99 18.95“Cherries and chocolate with a tangy orange peel character. This is long and juicy. Bright and yummy. This is a long Cabernet Franc...90.” JamesSuckling.com 2/11.

“Dark violet. Showing an effusive fragrance reminiscent of cherry-liqueur, the flavors are ripe, almost tart, with firm, earthy tannins. Gorgeous concentration. A very natural, unmanipulated finish is delicious and pure. Needs time...90+.” SWJ 6/10.

WOW—Loire Valley—SURPRISE!!!

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| BTL $ SALE $

1. Moulin a Vent La Roche Chateau des Jacques (Jadot)2009 (92-93WA) {#343083} .................................. 35.99 24.95“Bright red raspberry and currant; cardamom and nutmeg; musky peony and narcissus perfume...flattering hint of salted caramel...richness and brightness; plushness and lift...finishes with virtually vibratory intensity of interaction between fruit, spice, and pungent, saline, somehow seemingly crystalline minerality...92-93.” WA 8/10.

2. Morgon Cote du Py (Domaine Piron)2009 (92-93WA/92WE) {#345861} ....................... 25.99 20.75“A very fine Beaujolais, from this premier hillside in Morgan that brings together red cherry and plum fruits on one side and firm tannins on the other. Big and concentrated, for aging over three years and more...92.” WE 7/11.

3. Morgon Jean Descombes (Duboeuf)2009 (93WS) {#348563} ....................................... 19.99 15.99“Light tannins and a smoky mineral note frame this lush red, which displays layers of black cherry, raspberry ganache and tea rose flavors. There’s a spicy thread running through the wine, leading to a fresh, firm finish...93.” WS 2/11.

Top Three Beaujolais of 2009!

Jadot | BTL $ SALE $

Pouilly Fuisse Sous Vergisson Ferret2008 (92WS) {#347111} ....................................... 60.00 48.00“HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - This is tightly wound, exhibiting lemon, apple and spice flavors, with a mineral underpinning and excellent length. Linear in profile, with plenty of reserve...- B.S...92.” WS 9/11.

WS Advance HIGHLY Recommended White Burgundy & Under $50!

The September Issue of the Wine Spectator Advance was posted last month. Many of the wines listed in the Advance we have seen the scores on already in the weekly Insiders.

However, there was one wine that was new to us. A White Burgundy that landed in the first section of the Advance as a HIGHLY RECOMMENDED wine.

It is none other than one of Domaine FERRET’s cru Pouilly Fuisse!

The Sous Vergisson is yet again another tremendous Pouilly Fuisse from Domaine Ferret much like their highly regarded Les Clos and Les Perrieres that have become huge hits at Zachys. Sous Vergisson much like the Les Clos is a powerful, complex Pouilly-Fuisse that really showcases the heights that can be achieved in Pouilly Fuisse.

The 2008 Sous Vergisson at 92 points is not only an exceptional rating for Pouilly Fuisse but it also makes this wine tied for the highest rated Pouilly Fuisse of the 2008 Vintage from the Wine Spectator!

Three wines thus far have been rated 92 points for the 2008 Vintage and two of the three are from Domaine Ferret. Yet again solidifying why Domaine Ferret is one of the finest estates in all of Burgundy.

Wine Spectator 2008 Pouilly Fuisse

Ferret Sous Vergisson 92 $48

Ferret Les Perrieres 92 $50

Bret Brothers Climat En Carementrant 92 $53

Chateau Fuisse Vielles Vignes 91 $57

PS...Domaine Ferret is now part of the Louis Jadot owned Domaines benefi ting from the combination of the rich heritage of both these storied producers.

Patrick Piuze | BTL $ SALE $

Chablis Vaucoupin (Piuze)2008 (91WA) {#347289} ....................................... 44.99 34.99“Lemon, grapefruit, and fresh apple in the nose...possesses a handsome leanness and invigorating if almost glaring brightness. At the same time, suggestions of sweet, savory, saline scallop signal a sort of umami-richness that is not only distinctive to Chablis but perfectly complements the transparent flow of juicy fresh fruit...91.” WA 10/10.

Chablis’ Next Guard?!

‘“The 2008s show an amazing defi nition of terroir,” said Patrick Piuze, a young Chablis producer whose wines are exceptionally pure and energetic.’ Eric Asimov, the New York Times 6/13/11

Burgundy / Beaujolais

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Top Quality Cote Rotie for less than $100 is difficult to find.

However, one family continues to turn out magnificent wines across their entire range Vintage after Vintage...the Guigal Family!

Known the world over for their legendary single vineyard Cote Roties, the Guigal entry level Cote Rotie Brune et Blonde has become the benchmark for quality on sub $100 Cote Rotie and rightfully so.

Consistently one of the best wines of the Vintage in general, the 2007 Brune et Blonde is poised to be one of the finest Brune et Blonde produced by Guigal.

“As I have written many times before, no one in the wine world is better at “raising” a wine (or as the French call it elevage) than Marcel Guigal, who learned the skills from his father, Etienne...Moreover, Guigal’s wines always taste better out of bottle than from barrel, which speaks to his honesty and integrity as well as to his brilliance in deciding how long to age a wine in wood or tank as well as choosing the perfect moment to bottle it...” Robert Parker the Wine Advocate 2/11.

If you love Cote Rotie, this is one wine you need to have in the cellar.

Cote Rotie from the Masters Under $65!

Guigal 2007 | BTL $ SALE $

Cote Rotie Brune et Blonde(92-93IWC/91-93WA) {#346451} ......................... 80.00 63.00 “Deep ruby. Pungent, oak-spiced aromas of cherry-cola, smoke, olive tapenade and flowers. Then sappy, energetic and youthful, with excellent verve to the black fruit compote, violet and licorice flavors. This youthfully clenched, focused wine really stains the palate. Finishes long and vibrant, with a firm mineral spine and echoes of candied flowers and blackberry...92-93.” IWC 1/11.

“...offers up sweet aromas of cherry jam, raspberries, bacon fat, Provencal herbs and black olives. This exuberant, flamboyant, fleshy Cote Rotie can be drunk over the next decade...91-93.” WA 2/11.

Chateau Saint-Roch | BTL $ SALE $

Cotes du Roussillon Chimeres2008 (91WA) {#335554} ....................................... 16.99 13.50 “...brims with ripe cherry fruit, although - surprisingly - it is a bit warmer even than the 2009. Polished in texture and glycerin-rich, the notes of cherry pit and iodine in the long finish of this Syrah-Grenache-Carignan blend add stimulating interest and counterpoint to its sheer sweetness...91.” WA 7/11.

“ Ridiculous Value” 91 Points—I Can’t Believe We Still Have It!

I can’t believe we still have some of this: 2008 Chimeres from Jean-Marc Lafarge!

The fi rst Vintage (2006-92WA) was a hit with almost 100 cases sold at Zachys.

The second Vintage (2007-92WA) was a tremendous hit with over 200 cases sold at Zachys.

The third Vintage just scored (2008-91WA) is an exceptional wine for the Vintage!

Chateau Saint-Roch from Jean-Marc Lafarge is the perfect example of a winery that OVER DELIVERS for the PRICE to QUALITY RATIO! Straight out of the gate, Saint-Roch wines have represented terrific values for exceptionally crafted wines. The 2008 is no different and we expected that the Wine Advocate team was going to tout this wine heavily once again.

Great drinking reds are in demand and now is the time to stock up.

Here is a reminder as to what the Wine Advocate had to say regarding this EXTREME VALUE!

“...I want to re-emphasize its amazing quality (not even to mention for the price!)...It almost seems as though Jean-Marc Lafarge is out to spoil things for every other southern French vintner by treating the consumer to wines of ridiculous value.” WA 8/09.

Southern France

“Chateau Saint Roch’s 2008 Cotes du Roussillon Chimeres brims with ripe cherry fruit, although - surprisingly - it is a bit warmer even than the 2009. Polished in texture and glycerin-rich, the notes of cherry pit and iodine in the long fi nish of

this Syrah-Grenache-Carignan blend add stimulating interest and counterpoint to its sheer sweetness...91.” WA 7/11.


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The tiny Domaine La Milliere has become a favorite and staple at Zachys going back years and years. With its overtly traditional label and take on Chateauneuf du Pape, Domaine La Milliere is still today one of the great buys in Chateauneuf du Pape.

A pure old vines cuvee from vines ranging in age of 80 to 100+ years old, the La Milliere vineyards just seem to keep getting better with age.

Just look at the quality progression of these vines over the last few great Chateauneuf du Pape Vintages:

Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate Reviews:

Vintage Score Description

2009 92-95+ “...one of the few 2009 Chateauneuf du Papes that will eclipse its 2007 counterpart...”

2007 92 “...seductive with silky tannins and a long, lush, opulent finish, it is impossible to resist at present...”

2005 92 “This is an estate to take notice of, as recent evaluations in this guide have certainly made abundantly clear.”

2003 91 “...an outstanding Chateauneuf du Pape and certainly a fine value...”

With this quality streak and the fact that this is destined to be one of the few 2009s to outshine the tremendous 2007s it makes stocking up on a great value Chateauneuf du Pape all the more easier!

“...one of the few 2009 Chateauneuf du Papes that will eclipse its 2007 counterpart...”

La Milliere 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes(92-95+WA) {#340666} ......................................... 55.00 41.99“The stunning 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes (from 80-100+ year old vines) gives some credibility to the vignerons’ arguments that in the drought-stricken 2009 growing season, the northern Chateauneuf du Pape parcels were less impacted than those in the south. Domaine La Milliere’s vineyards are all in the northern sector. The deep ruby/purple-hued 2009 possesses abundant blackberry, black cherry and cassis fruit intermixed with notions of camphor, truffles, garrigue and licorice. Dense, thick and rich, it is potentially one of the few 2009 Chateauneuf du Papes that will eclipse its 2007 counterpart. An opulent, voluptuous texture, long finish and heady combination of herbs and super-concentrated fruit make for a wine that can be drunk upon release or cellared for 12-15 years...92-95+.” WA 10/10.

The Finest Yet?! | BTL $ SALE $

Granges des Peres 2007 (NYR) {#340783} .......... 115.00 89.95“Laurent Vaille’s 2007 components had not yet been blended when I visited him in December. The Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Mourvedre each were sensationally concentrated and highly expressive, promising one of the finest Grange des Peres red bottlings ever. All of these grapes were enormously ripe in flavor already by mid September, and while that entailed alcohol levels of 15-16%, the young component wines evinced no heat or harshness. Another reason to queue early for the 2007 is that quantities in 2006 are minuscule…” WA 6/09.

This is the essence of Granges des Peres!

One of the Southern France’s greatest wines, Granges des Peres is highly revered and sought after amongst collectors. With a “cult status” surrounding Granges des Peres it is no wonder this wine is extremely hard to find in the United States. The 2005 and 2006 Vintages have all but sold out for us and we anticipate the highly sought after 2007 Vintage to vanish once this issue of the Gazette hits homes. Remember Granges des Peres is located in the l’Herault Valley just south of the Rhone Valley and their Vintages tend to follow the Vintage patterns of the Southern Rhone…meaning this wine is coming from the critically acclaimed 98 point Vintage (WA) of 2007!

The Combination of Two of France’s Greatest Regions Into One…Bordeaux meets Rhone Valley

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Chateauneuf du Pape 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Tradition (Janasse) (93-95RR)

750ml {#340959} .................................................. 70.00 50.00

1.5L {#343187} ................................................... 150.00 110.00 “One serious bottle of wine, the 2009 Domaine de la Janasse Chateauneuf-du-Pape looks to be a rock star, offering amazing aromatics, gorgeous fruit and a powerful, focused character. This medium to full bodied beauty possess a silky, full texture, notable freshness and a very long, classy finish...93-95.” RR 8/10.

Cuvee Chaupin (Janasse) (94-96RR)

750ml {#341618} ................................................ 105.00 80.00

1.5L {#345825} ................................................... 215.00 160.00 “One of my favorite wines...Offering kirsch and framboise aromas intermixed with black olive, spice and a touch of meatiness, the wine is medium to full bodied and shows a fresh, harmonious character. The texture firms up noticeably on the finish and the wine shows solid structure and loads of ripe tannin...94-96.” RR 8/10.

Cuvee Vieilles Vignes (Janasse) (95-98RR/95-97WA)

750ml {#340960} ................................................ 160.00 110.00

*1.5L {#340961} ................................................... 340.00 250.00 “...looks to be fantastic with loads of licorice-infused dark fruit, scorched earth and roasted garrigue on the nose. On the palate, the wine is medium to full bodied with ripe fruit, a focused, fresh texture and a tannic finish...95-98.” RR 8/10.

*Tradition (Clos St Jean) (91-93WA) {#340646} ...... 75.00 35.00 “The 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape is a blend of 75% Grenache, 15% Syrah and the rest Mourvedre, Cinsault, Muscardin and Vaccarese from 70-year-old vines. The Grenache is aged in tank and the Syrah and Mourvedre components are kept in 600-liter demi-muids. It is a big, powerful wine offering a dark ruby/purple color, notes of plum sauce, violets, black cherries and raspberries, medium to full body, light to moderate tannins and beautiful density, texture and length...91-93.” WA 10/10.

Chateauneuf du Pape 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

*Vieilles Vignes (Clos St Jean)(92-94WA) {#346881} ........................................... 85.00 60.00 “...parcels planted in 1905 and 1938. Composed of 85% tank-aged Grenache and the rest Syrah and Mourvedre aged in 600-liter demi-muids, its deep ruby/purple hue is followed by sweet aromas of black raspberries, blackberries, tar, licorice, truffles and graphite. It is a full-bodied, impressive example of a Chateauneuf du Pape that seems to brilliantly represent both the traditional and modern schools of winemaking without losing any typicity...92-94.” WA 10/10.

*Combe des Fous (Clos St Jean)(95-97WA) {#340006} ......................................... 250.00 150.00 “The 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape La Combe des Fous (which essentially translates into the “swale of fools”) is produced from 13 hectares of vines situated primarily in La Crau. It is an interesting blend of 60% Grenache, as much as 15-20% Vaccarese, lots of Cinsault and some Syrah. Tasting the 2009 made me think it is more in the style of the virtually perfect 2005 than the other perfect cuvee, the 2007, which is a bolder, more flamboyant, fleshier, exuberant style of wine. The inky/purple-colored 2009 reveals glorious aromas of spring flowers, raspberries, blackberries, white chocolate, truffles and garrigue. The extraordinary perfume is followed by a sensationally concentrated, full-bodied wine with magnificent texture, structure, purity and equilibrium. It is another brilliant wine that should drink well for 20+ years...95-97.” WA 10/10.

*Deus-Ex Machina (Clos St Jean)(96-98+WA) {#340007} ....................................... 250.00 187.50 “The 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Deus-Ex Machina may turn out to be the “wine of the vintage” if it’s not eclipsed by its siblings....notes of tree bark, roasted porcini mushrooms, beef blood, grilled Provencal herbs, steak tartare, licorice, blackberries and kirsch. The perfume nearly overloads the olfactory senses. In the mouth, this modern day legend in the making (which I could also say about the 2003, 2005, 2006 and 2007) is massive, backward and full-bodied...96-98+.” WA 10/10.

Janasse vs Clos St Jean the Chateauneuf Face-Off Begins!

Chateauneuf du Pape is a village and region filled with amazing estates, producers and family wineries. Some of the long standing and historic names are Chateau Beaucastel from the Perrin Family and Clos des Papes from the Avril Family.

However, two family owned domaines that in the past 15 to 20 years that have really redefined Chateauneuf du Pape and raised the bar for all producers are: Domaine de la Janasse from the Sabon Family and Clos St Jean from the Maurel Family.

These two estates are magnificent. Turning out some of the finest wines of the Vintage no matter the Vintage. They are quite possibly the Top Two estates in Chateauneuf du Pape today.

The track record for these estates in stunning. Both have turned out multiple Robert Parker rated 100 point wines over the last 10 Vintages.

The 2009 Vintage is shaping up to be yet another tremendous Vintage and of course both Janasse and Clos St Jean are at the top of the list!

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Trimbach | BTL $ SALE $

Clos Ste Hune 2002 (93WA/93IWC) {#341249} .... 225.00 155.00

Clos Ste Hune 2004 (95IWC/94WA) {#347075} .... 250.00 187.50

Riesling Cuvee Frederic Emile2005 (93WA) {#347076} ....................................... 65.00 39.50

“Clos Ste.-Hune is the quintessential Riesling. It is unquestionably the fi nest produced in France, and can rival any Riesling producing in the world. The Clos Ste.-Hune combines an extraordinary minerality with striking concentration and intensity, which are often hidden beneath exceptional levels of acidity. This can be a powerful, concentrated wine, but it always comes across as delicate, nuanced, and fresh.” Robert Parker The World’s Greatest Wine Estates.

“The fi nest Riesling in Alsace, some would say the world, is grown in Trimbach’s Clos Ste-Hune within the Rosacker Grand Cru...” Hugh Johnson, Jancis Robinson The World Atlas of Wine 6th Edition.

“Quintessential Riesling...it is probably the greatest dry Riesling in the world.” Tom Stevenson The New Sotheby’s Wine Encyclopedia.

The critics and wine historians agree...Trimbach’s Clos Ste.-Hune is the “quintessential Riesling.”

When it comes to legendary vineyards and legendary white wines, Clos Ste.-Hune has to be part of the conversation. Owned, farmed and produced by the Trimbach family for over 200 years, the first official Clos Ste.-Hune single vineyard bottling was released in 1919. Since then, Clos Ste.-Hune has been one of the world’s most sought after white wines. With its proven consistent track record and its incredible ability to age...Clos Ste.-Hune rightfully so is one of the most collectible and prized white wines produced.

We are pleased to be able to offer two vintages of this classic and another of Trimbach’s legendary wines...Cuvee Frederic Emile.

One of the World’s Greatest White Wines

Saint-Jean du Barroux | BTL $ SALE $

Cotes du Ventoux le Pierre Noire2006 (94WA) {#342548} ....................................... 44.99 35.99“Although slightly more expensive than most offerings in this report, this wine was just too remarkable not to include. A sensational red, it reveals a grand cru Burgundy-like bouquet of forest floor, black raspberries, and flowers, extraordinarily intense fruit, and a full-bodied yet delicate, layered mouthfeel. I know it sounds ridiculous, but it aromatics reminded me of some top vintages of Cotes de Nuits grand crus, although no oak is utilized. A remarkable achievement, it can be consumed over the next 4-5 years, although it may last even longer...

A breakthrough effort for the Cotes du Ventoux, this 2006, made by proprietor Philippe Gimel from his bio-dynamically farmed vineyards, is a blend of 85% Grenache and 15% Syrah. (I was not surprised to learn that Gimel apprenticed under Christophe Sabon at Domaine de la Janasse.) Yields were 15 hectoliters per hectare, and the wine was aged in concrete tanks...94.” WA 8/10.

Robert Parker: “this wine was just too remarkable not to include. A sensational red, it reveals a grand cru Burgundy-like bouquet...”

The Saint-Jean du Barroux Le Pierre Noire 2006 was a huge hit last year and we had sold out of our first allocation in a day. We were able to get more and it has finally arrived and is in-stock now.

This is the Southern-Rhone wine that Robert Parker himself has called:

• Too remarkable not to include

• A sensational red, it reveals a grand cru Burgundy-like bouquet

• I know it sounds ridiculous, but it aromatics reminded me of some top vintages of Cotes de Nuits grand crus

• A remarkable achievement

And all these comments and adjective were in ONE very short paragraph! This is a don’t miss try for sure.

Southern France / Alsace

Trimbach TastingSeptember 10, 2011 | 12-3pm

Jean Trimbach in on hand to showcase the Trimbach Rieslings from noon to 3 only!

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Baby Chateauneuf

Bring Back those Vacation Memories! The King of Muscadet

If you want great insight as to what the 2009 is all about...this is one of the wines to try now. A stone’s throw away from Chateauneuf du Pape this wine has historically out-shined many CNPs over the years and appears to be doing it yet again in the 2009 Vintage.

Every time I open up a bottle of the Gioielli Corsican white I am immediately back along the Mediterranean. The wine just evokes those travel memories. 100% Vermentino from the island of Corsica this wine brings together the best of the Southern France and Italian Coasts. With the classic vermentino spice and zip; the Gioielli wines just add in the warmth Corsican Island yielding wines that are powerful yet mouth-watering at the same time.

“Mark Ollivier Pepiere is one of the most consistently outstanding sources of Muscadet and as such a purveyor of some of the wine world’s most outstanding values, not to mention a grower constantly striving to reach new levels of excellence, as the wines at hand irrefutably demonstrate. This vigneron is on a roll! “ The Wine Advocate 8/10.

Grand Veneur | BTL $ SALE $

Lirac Clos de Sixte 2009 (93WA) {#342244} .......... 39.99 29.99“A prodigious effort, the 2009 Lirac Clos de Sixte blows away the 2008. This dense purple-colored wine offers up notes of black truffles, charcoal, blackberries, kirsch, garrigue, new saddle leather, herbs de Provence, spice box, and smoke. It possesses great fruit, full-bodied power, excellent depth, and abundant silky tannins...93.” WA 8/10.

Vermentino 2009 | BTL $ SALE $

Domaine de Gioielli Coteaux du Cap Corse{#346924} ............................................................. 26.99 19.99“A ripe white, offering pear and tropical fruit flavors, with notes of fig and apricot jam. Spicy finish.” WS 5/11.

Pepiere 2010 | BTL $ SALE $

Muscadet Sur Lie {#347291} ................................... 16.99 12.99

Muscadet Sur Lie Clos des Briords {#347292} ..... 21.99 16.99

Rosé La Pepie {#343288} ........................................ 17.99 12.99

Chateau de Pampelonne 2010 | BTL $ SALE $

Cotes de Provence Rosé (90SWJ) {#343452} ....... 24.99 18.74 “...aromas and flavors of peaches and red berries combine with good acidity, and a peppery finish that gets a nice dusting of almonds......90.” SWJ 6/11.

90pt Provence Rosé “Thirst quenching”

This Cotes de Provence Rosé is TEXT BOOK Provence Rosé. Delivering what we all have come to expect of Provence Rosé,

Chateau de Pampelonne is not only a good glass of wine but also a GREAT BARGAIN. The most famous of the category is of course Domaine Ott with its trademarked curvy bottle, but at $35 a bottle it is no longer the Bargain that it once was. BUT Pampelonne at only $18.74 and almost half the price Domaine Ott is!

Plus did we mention that 2010 Pampelonne scored 90 points!?!

France Values

SPAIN & PORTUGAL

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The Green Dog and the “Finest Albarino of the Vintage” Are Back...

2010 | BTL $ SALE $

Albarino Pazo de Senorans (93WA) {#345405} ..... 26.99 20.99HIGHEST RATED ALBARINO OF THE VINTAGE!

“The 2010 Albarino was aged in small stainless steel vats sur lie with batonnage for 4 months. Jasmine, mineral, lemon zest, and other citrus notes inform the nose of this multi-dimensional, already complex white. On the palate tropical flavors emerge adding to the wine’s pleasure quotient...As usual, Pazo de Senorans has made one of the finest Albarinos of the vintage...93.” WA 7/11.

Bodegas Y Vinedos Angel LorenzoEl Perro Verde Rueda (90WA) {#347285} ......... 18.99 14.99

“The grapes for the 2010 El Perro Verde were sourced from higher elevation, older bush vines than is the custom for most Verdejo cuvees. Quite dry on the palate, it is a more serious style of Verdejo featuring more of its minerality than its floral, fruity character making it a more versatile food match...excellent value...90.” WA 7/11.

Bodegas Vinedas Ponce | BTL $ SALE $

La Casilla 2008 {#339788} ....................................... 23.99 14.99

Clos Lojen 2010 {#347457} ..................................... 20.99 13.75“The 2010 Clos Lojen is 100% Bobal fermented with whole clusters and aged in tank. Fruity aromas of blueberry, blackberry, and plum lead to a firm, tasty, well-balanced wine that can be enjoyed over the next 6 years.” WA 6/11.

“Bodegas y Vinedos Ponce’s new releases from the DO of Manchuela are all fi rst-class. Manchuela, a part of the province of La Mancha, was once regarded as a backwater but in recent years wineries like Ponce have brought it to life.” The Wine Advocate 6/11.

One of the Most Exciting Resurrections of Spain

2004 has turned into one of Rioja’s fi nest Vintages. In fact it is the highest rated Vintage from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate Ever at...95 points!

Regions 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003

Rioja NT 92T 90T 89T 85T 92E 95E 87I

Regions 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996

Rioja 76C 94E 86E 86E 82C 86R 85R

If you love Rioja this is the Vintage that you need to stock-up on. Not only is it an exceptional Vintage and the quality level is extremely high across the range and levels of Rioja...but as always the VALUE of high quality Rioja in an exceptional Vintage is still unsurpassed. The wines can be excellent and cost a fraction of what its Bordeaux and Italy counterparts may fetch.

The legendary Marques de Caceres Reserva is that perfect example of an excellent wine that really delivers for the money. Especially below $20 per bottle!

This 91 point beauty is a classic and steal at this price; not to mention and excellent wine for drinking now or a few years down the road. That’s the beauty of Rioja they are released when they are believed to be drinkable yet are built for the cellar at the same time.

One of Rioja’s Greatest Vintages of the Past 20 Years...

Classic Reserva | BTL $ SALE $

Marques de Caceres Reserva2004 (91W&S) {#337443} .................................... 32.99 19.99“This reflects the vintage in its beefy richness, while it follows Caceres’s modern style in the polish and elegance of its tannin. The fruit develops definition with air, tasting of tiny cherries and red currants. For the cellar, or give it time in a decanter for lamb chops off the grill...91.” W&S 12/09.

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Dueling 90 Points & Only $12!?

Only $12 a bottle from vines that range in age of 70 to 100 years old!?! With dueling 90 point review too!?!

That is the beauty of Spanish Old Vine Garnacha, it can really deliver a GREAT BANG for YOUR BUCK!!!!

This is the first time that we have stocked Las Pizarras at Zachys and already it is turning head amongst those of you who have already picked some up.

And also just arrived is the staple of Old Vine Garnacha from Spain. The tried and true quality bearer...Tres Picos!

With summer here and the need for great drinking, BANG for YOUR BUCK BBQ reds, these two are some of the best buys of the season.

Killer Deals! | BTL $ SALE $

Bodegas Y Vinedas del Jalon Las Pizarras2008 (90WA/90IWC) {#346678} ......................... 15.99 12.95

“The unoaked 2008 Las Pizarras del Jalon is 100% old-vine Garnacha sourced from vines ranging in age from 70-100 years. Purple-colored, it gives up a nose of earth, mineral, Asian spices, lavender and black cherry that jumps from the glass. With excellent depth and grip, gobs of fruit, and impeccable balance...90.” WA 4/10.

Borsao Tres Picos Garnacha2009 (92WA/91IWC) {#345298} ......................... 17.99 14.95

“The 2009 Tres Picos is a worthy successor to the string of splendid vintages which have preceded it. Heady black cherry and blackberry aromas, Asian spices, incense, and mineral notes lead to a dense, layered, rich old-vine Garnacha that over-delivers in a big way. A tasting of every vintage of Tres Picos ever produced (back to 2001) at the Bodega in January 2011 indicates that 8-10 years of pleasurable drinking is a reasonable expectation. However, this is a wine that is ready to drink on release...92.” WA 6/11.

FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER...Large Format Gran Reserva Rioja from CVNE is now available in the USA. Never before has CVNE shipped bottles larger than 750mls to the USA. That is until now!

Even more, large formats of CVNE Gran Reservas are practically impossible to find in Spain. It should go without saying that these formats are exceptionally rare. I have never even seen a picture of a magnum, much less a 3L.

Now is the time to lock in your large formats on these two spectacular wines. This may be your only chance as once our order is in to the winery that’s it. We may never get this chance ever again!

1st Time Ever - Large Format Gran Reserva Rioja available in the USA!

CVNE | BTL $ SALE $

One of Spain’s most iconic wines, the Imperial Gran Reserva is a blend of 85% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano and 5% Mazuelo from estate vineyards around the village of Villalba, Rioja Alta district. It spent approximately three years in French and American oak and another eight years in bottle before release.

Imperial Rioja Gran Reserva 1999 (94WA)

750ml {#345327} .................................................. 69.99 55.00

1.5L {#345332} ................................................... 150.00 120.00

3L {#345333} ...................................................... 370.00 295.00

“The 1999 Imperial Gran Reserva from a good vintage has a very expressive nose of Asian spices, balsamic, violets, and assorted black fruits. Elegant on the palate, it is a wine of finesse in combination with intense flavors and a lengthy, pure, silky finish...94.” WA.

The Viña Real Gran Reserva comes from CVNE’s holdings in the Rioja Alavesa district. It is a blend of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Graciano that was aged for three years in French and American oak and another six years in bottle before release. The 2001 vintage in Rioja was nothing short of spectacular, reminding those who were old enough to remember of the downright mythical 1964.

Viña Real Gran Reserva 2001 (94+WA)

750ml {#340788} .................................................. 48.00 38.00

1.5L {#345329} ................................................... 105.00 84.00

3L {#345330} ...................................................... 300.00 240.00

“2001 was a great vintage in Rioja and is reflected in this superb effort...exhibits an alluring bouquet (earth notes, background oak, Asian spices, a hint of balsamic, roasted herbs, lavender, black cherry, and blackberry) that is given added complexity from the extended bottle aging. Medium-bodied and elegant on the palate, it still has a bit of ripe tannin to resolve, plenty of spicy red and black fruits, impeccable balance...94+.” WA.


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Baby Pesquera from Alejandro Fernandez! | BTL $ SALE $

Bodegas Y Vinedos Fernandez Rivera Dehesa La Granja2004 (92WA) {#346485} ....................................... 19.99 15.99“The Dehesa la Granja wines are part of the Grupo Pesquera and are sourced entirely from estate Tempranillo vineyards planted in 1998. The 2004 Dehesa la Granja offers similar but more expressive aromatics, is rounder and more supple on the palate, and has outstanding depth, concentration, and length. It is more forward than the 2003...92.” WA 4/08.

“A candidate for the perfect summer white” | BTL $ SALE $

Alvaro Castro Riserva Dao Blanco2009 (91+ SWJ) {#344326} .................................. 19.99 14.99“Lustrous white gold. Delectable aromas of star fruit, kiwi, and grapefruit. Sharp acidity on the attack and midpalate, where floral mint and lemon notes are concise and well delineated. Medium-bodied. A blend of 40% Malvasia, 40% Encruzado, and 20% Cercial. A gentle 13% alc. A candidate for the perfect summer white for 2011...91.” SWJ 7/11.

Baby Priorat for Only $12! | BTL $ SALE $

Bula (Montsant) 2009 (91WA) {#348413} ............... 14.99 11.99“The 2009 Bula is a blend of 50% Carinena, 30% Garnacha, and 20% Syrah aged 4 months in French and American oak. It offers up a lightly roasted, liqueur-like bouquet of mineral, incense, game, lavender, black cherry, and blueberry. Rich and complex on the smooth-textured palate, this layered offering is an incredible value in full-flavored red wine. It will drink well over the next 8 years...91.” WA 5/11.

Screaming Tempranillo Value! | BTL $ SALE $

Ribota Tempranillo (Mano A Mano)2009 (90WA) {#348409} ....................................... 12.99 9.99“The 2009 Ribota spent 8 months in French and American oak. A bit more full-bodied and elegant and with a similar aromatic and flavor profile, it is likely to evolve for 1-2 years but there is no compelling reason to delay your gratification...90.” WA 6/11.

Textbook Portuguese Red | BTL $ SALE $

Ramos Pinto Collection 2007 (90WA) {#343497} .. 26.99 14.25“…This is a very nice performance, elegant and refined, but with a very obvious backbone. More intense, deeper and lusher than the regular Tinto (the former “Adriano,” now the “DQ”), it gets sweeter with air and is a pretty nice offering that should handle itself well in the mid-term and provide a very good value point in the Ramos Pinto lineup...90.” WA 2/10.

Vinho Verde with a Kick! | BTL $ SALE $

Quinta do Ameal Loureiro Vinho Verde2009 {#344327} .................................................... 16.99 12.99Clean, crisp—very light and refreshing. And of course dry. This is classic Vinho Verde that evokes seaside enjoyment.

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Drinks Like French But It’s Pure Spanish Value! | BTL $ SALE $

Bodegas Jimenez Landi Sotorrondero2009 (92WA) {#346861} ....................................... 23.99 18.99 “The 2009 Sotorrondero was produced from some of Bodegas Jimenez Landi’s younger vines. It is a blend of 85% Syrah and 15% Garnacha aged for 10 months in 300 and 500-liter French oak. Smoked meat, game, and wild black and blue fruit aromas jump from the glass of this Cote-Rotie look-alike. Plush bordering on opulent, this sensual beauty can be enjoyed now and should continue to drink well for another 6-8 years. Daniel Jimenez Landi is one of Spain’s new star vignerons...92.” WA 7/11.

“ Cote-Rotie look-alike” Only $18.99-Smoking Syrah!

By now, you know that we are HUGE RHONE wine fans. HUGE!

And when it comes to Syrah we are so stuck in our old ways that it is all about “Old World” at Zachys. Specifically France.

Well today, we are sticking to the “Old World” for sure on this “Cote-Rotie look-alike” but this is not from France...

Spain is on deck today. Largely argued as one of the premier producers of Syrah and Grenache (Garnacha) the Spanish versions of these varietals have become renowned for their BANG for YOUR BUCK deliverance.

The Landi Sotorrondero is no different. This little 92 point Syrah is as the Wine Advocate points out a very “Cote-Rotie like;” not to mention a great steal at only $18.99! 92 points and $18.99 already make this a great steal of a red wine but top quality Syrah for Under $20 - unheard of!

Lock in now and load up on this great deal.

One of the best well-made wines I have tasted all year!

Importer Chris Campbell of C&P asked me one day to taste this just for fun. He said “I know this is probably not for the shop but I just wanted to get your opinion of this.” At first look of the label I couldn’t tell what the wine was going to be or where it comes from. Turns out the Negre del Aspres is from the Costa Brava specifically in Emporda. The blend is old vine Carignan, Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache.

The wine is superb! An excellent wine to drink or cellar. It is just an extremely well made wine. Not flashy, not confusing, not over the top. It is what I call a “winemakers wine.” This wine shows some very interesting earth and terrior but it does not scream one varietal more than the other. What it does do is give us a substantial medium full texture with plenty of earth and fruit throughout. All in all a very well balanced food wine.

That is why I had to make sure to stock a few cases for all of you that are daring enough to take my recommendation on this and check it out. It may only have received a 90 point review from the Wine Advocate but wine like this are not that easy to find, especially when one is as transparent as this.

A “Winemaker’s Wine” | BTL $ SALE $

Negre del Aspres Crianca2006 (90WA) {#343817} ....................................... 47.99 30.99“The 2006 Negre dels Aspres is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Garnacha, and Carinena aged in French oak for 16 months. Asian spices, mineral, balsamic, black currant, and black cherry aromas lead to a spicy, savory, moderately structured red that will benefit from another 2-3 years of cellaring. Well-balanced and lengthy, it will deliver prime drinking from 2013 to 2021...90.” WA 5/11.

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Mas d’en Gil | BTL $ SALE $

Coma Vella 2005 (90WA) {#347454} ....................... 46.99 32.99 “The red wines begin with the 2005 Coma Vella, a blend of 40% Garnacha, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the balance Carinena and Syrah aged for 12 months in French oak. Underbrush, a hint of balsamic, smoke, black cherry, and black currant inform the nose of this elegant (for Priorat) effort. In the glass, savory, spicy black fruits lead to a medium-long, pure finish…90.” WA 5/11.

Clos Fonta 2005 (93WA) {#347453} ........................ 85.00 63.00 “The 2005 Clos Fonta a blend of Garnacha and Carinena aged for 18 months in French oak, is a glass-coating opaque purple color accompanied by a fragrant nose of slate/mineral, licorice, espresso, incense, a hint of balsamic, black cherry, and black plum. Rich, dense, and loaded in the mouth, it displays enough structure to evolve for 4-5 years and will deliver prime drinking from 2015 to 2022, if not longer...93.” WA 5/11.

“PRIORAT - Priorat is one of only two regions in Spain (the other being Rioja) that has earned the Denominaciones de Origen Califi cadas in recognition of outstanding consistency of quality. Some of the world’s greatest Grenache is grown here and the Carignan is second to none.” Robert Parker’s the Wine Advocate 5/11

Since 1998, Priorat has been on a qualitative roll with 8 vintages in a row rated overall 90 points or higher by the Wine Spectator. A feat that is unheard of for any wine region in Spain. Not even Rioja or Ribera del Duero have achieved this string of top quality vintages. That being said only two of those Vintages received a “Classic” score from the Wine Spectator: 2001 and 2005.

The 2001s were magnificent; setting the benchmark for the region. However, the 2001s have basically all disappeared from the market place by now. Luckily for us, the 2005s have just started to roll in!

Wine Spectator Priorat Vintage Chart:

Vintage Score Drink Rec Description

2005 95 Drink or hold Balanced, expressive wines with red fruit and spice fl avors

2001 95 Drink or hold Fine summer. Ripe, powerful wines are benchmarks for the region

Plus in the last two issues of Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, there has been extensive coverage and reviews on the wines from Catalunya with a heavy focus on Priorat.

“For readers of The Wine Advocate, the big story in Catalunya is the development of Priorat and secondarily of Montsant. It is hard to believe, but Priorat as a producer of world class wine did not exist when the Wine Advocate began in 1978. Priorat is hardly new as a wine growing region. It was far more widely planted 100 years ago than it is now. A visit to the region reveals large expanses of terraced hillsides devoid of vines. That, no doubt, made it considerably easier to reestablish viticulture in the late 1980s when the new pioneers arrived in the region. Priorat is all about old vine Garnacha and Carinena and if the likes of Rene Barbier had to start from scratch, we’d be wondering today what the fuss is all about. Subsequently, many people fl ocked to Priorat once it became apparent that world class wines could be made and that they could command high prices. However, there was only so much old-vine material to go around and wines produced with signifi cant amounts of Cabernet and Merlot proved to be much less interesting. Setting up shop in Priorat requires staying power because without old vines there is little reason for excitement. According to those whose families have lived in the region for generations, it takes 50-60 years for Carinena to develop character. The folks who put it in the ground mostly were not around to taste the fruit of their labor.” Robert Parker’s the Wine Advocate 5/11.

Out of this coverage, we are pleased to see that one of our newest arrivals has done extremely well in this massive 2005 Vintage. Mas d’en Gil is a great little property that has been well under the radar in the USA for a few years now. Really a “Sommelier’s” Priorat, Mas d’en Gil is frankly a more elegant Priorat when compared to the likes of Barbier’s Clos Mogador and Glorian’s Clos Erasmus. That is not to say the wines lack intensity, they are structured and just as intense as we have all come to expect from Priorat. They just have a touch more elegance and finesse in their youth that the big boys do not show without time.

And there lies the trick with Priorat. The wines are a bit of an enigma in their youth. They show massive textures, body, fruit and decadence young but with time they soften, round out and so extreme elegance and finesse...with the best becoming almost Burgundian. Mas d’en Gil is one of the few estates that shows this elegance and finesse throughout its life making it the all-around perfect Priorat to have in the cellar.

Wine Spectator Rates 2005 Vintage a “Classic” 95 Points - Tied for Best Vintage in Past Decade!

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When it comes to Australian wine one of the first things in anyone’s mind...“Crazy Labels-Bizarre Names for Wines!” Its true!

The sea of Australian wine in the United States if full of wines that have names like:Blue Eyed Boy, Fetish, Two Left Feet, Gnarly Dudes, the Boxer, Red Silk, Angel’s Share, Lights Out and many more.

What do all these offbeat names have to do with the wine? Sometimes they really do have a bearing on the wine and other times it is just the owner/winemakers having fun.

That fun is clearly not relegated to only the names of these wines but also the packaging.

The most colorful section in Zachys is by far the Australian Wall. Filled with bright, bold, colorful labels (literally & fi guratively) the Aussie Wall is always good for a chuckle or two.

However with all these Crazy Labels and Bizarre Names, the wine inside is very, very good to exceptional; especially when you talk about the price!

Don’t let all the “tongue and cheek” humor of the Aussies dissuade you...these are great wines for the money. Here are some of the most “colorful” Aussie picks we have in-stock ready to ship!

Crazy Labels-Bizarre Names— All from the Land of Oz!

We’re Crazy For These Aussies! | BTL $ SALE $

Betts & Scholl Barossa Valley Grenache O.G.2008 (90WS) {#345033} ....................................... 33.99 24.99 “A refined style, fresh, open-textured and appealing for its pure blackberry and guava flavors, lingering nicely...90.” WS 2011.

Fetish The Watcher Barossa Valley2008 (91WS) {#340546} ....................................... 25.99 20.75 #61 of the Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2010 “Fresh and vibrant, this is medium-weight and juicily focused to show its blackberry, black plum and white pepper flavors, lingering with hints of white chocolate on the harmonious finish. Drink now through 2018. Tasted twice, with consistent notes...91.” WS 6/10.

Mollydooker Blue Eyed Boy Shiraz2009 (91WS) {#338446} ....................................... 55.00 44.00 “Rich and ripe, with a burnt edge to the spice and dried tomato flavors that remain strong against the blueberry and plum fruit. The tannins are well-meshed. Best from 2012 through 2018. Tasted twice, with consistent notes..91.” WS 10/10.

Mollydooker Two Left Feet Shiraz/Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon2009 (90WS) {#338449} ....................................... 29.99 23.99 “Supple and generous, a full-on burst of dark berry, black cherry, licorice and tar aromas and flavors that power through a long and focused finish..90.” WS 10/10.

Oliver Hill Red Silk McLaren Vale Shiraz2008 (91WA) {#343141} ....................................... 20.99 16.75 “...bouquet of cedar, damp earth, lavender, incense, black raspberry, and blueberry preserves, Rich, concentrated and layered on the palate, it is loaded with sweet, savory black fruit, spices, and chocolate. Smooth-textured and lengthy...91.” WA 12/09.

We’re Crazy For These Aussies! | BTL $ SALE $

Peter Lehmann Clancy’s Blend2007 (90WS) {#338270} ....................................... 17.99 13.50 #77 of the Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2010“There’s a nice transparency to the dark berry, licorice, smoke and herb flavors, playing out over a medium-weight frame and lingering well. Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc...SMART BUY 90.” WS 10/10.

Ross Estate Lights Out Barossa Shiraz2007 (90WA) {#343143} ....................................... 21.99 17.50 “Aromas of balsam wood, spice box, incense, and blueberry are followed by a dense, sweetly-fruited, full-flavored, savory wine that over-delivers in a very big way...90.” WA 12/09.

The Black Chook Shiraz / Viognier2008 (90IWC) {#333594} ...................................... 19.99 15.99 “Glass-staining ruby. Ripe aromas of black raspberry, licorice and a touch of vanilla. Generous and open, with a spicy quality to the sweet flavors of raspberry, cherry and candied violet. This delivers a lot of mid-palate sweetness and very good finishing clarity and spiciness...90.” IWC 7/09.

Two Hands Angels Share Shiraz2009 (92WS) {#346240} ....................................... 30.99 24.75 “Bright, vibrant, generous and effusive, a seamless wine that bursts with fresh-tasting plum, blackberry and fresh cream flavors, coming together with finesse on the long, expressive finish...92.” WS 2/11.

Two Hands Gnarly Dudes Shiraz2009 (93WS) {#346242} ....................................... 30.99 24.75 “Supple, fleshy, silky and generous with its fresh-tasting plum, blueberry and currant fruit, this red picks up welcome hints of roast meat and spice as the finish lingers easily. Shows intensity, integrity and length..93.” WS 2/11.

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Hedonistic | BTL $ SALE $

The Hedonist Shiraz 2008 (92WS) {#342860} ........ 27.99 21.99 “Supple, refined and sharply focused to show off its complex, paprika- and clove-accented blackberry flavors. Remains shapely and lithe through the long, expressive finish, the tannins absorbing themselves into the fabric of the wine...92.” WS 4/11.

“The 2008 Shiraz has a deep garnet-purple color and pronounced earthy, gamey, marmite and dried Mediterranean herb aromas over a core of lavender, kirsch, menthol, chocolate and cinnamon. High acidity and a medium level of fine tannins structure the medium-full bodied palate with a long, licorice-laced finish...90.” WA 10/10.

Advance News on the Hedonist...

This wine first caught our attention late last year when one of the boutique importers of Aussie wine brought this by.

What made this wine stand out was its lightness. Not over the top jammy, not pungent with alcohol, and not tannic at all. Round, soft, supple and fresh. This wine really stood out for its balance and refinement. It was an added bonus that the wine also happened to be biodynamically produced.

So we’ve slowly been working with this gem since late last year but this week the Wine Spectator Insider came out and this little favorite of ours scored 92 points and frankly was one of the best values of the issue!

Just look how it stacks up to the competition:

If you have been a fan of Aussie Shiraz, or simply enjoy well made refined wines that show some great spice this is the wine for you!

Clonakilla Shiraz-Viognier Canberra 200892 points | $90 | 60 cases imported | Red

FirstDrop Shiraz Barossa Valley Fat of the Land Greenock 200892 points | $80 | 70 cases imported | Red

FirstDrop Shiraz Barossa Valley Fat of the Land Seppeltsfield 200892 points | $80 | 112 cases imported | Red

Hazyblur Shiraz Barossa Valley 200692 points | $75 | 35 cases imported | Red

The HedonistShiraz McLaren Vale 200892 points | $24 | 800 cases imported | Red

Kilikanoon Shiraz Clare Valley Attunga 1865 200792 points | $235 | 50 cases imported | Red

Here we go again...

We’ve sniffed out yet again another GREAT BUY!90 Points and ONLY $11.99 per bottle!!!

This time the deal is from Argentina and is the Finca Vides Torcidas Malbec. The winery and importer both just called this morning to let us know that they received notices from Wine Enthusiast Magazine that their Malbec will be featured in the October Issue as a “BEST BUY” at 90 points! Congrats to them!

The 2009 caught our attention last year and we are glad it did. This has turned out to be very popular in the store. The reason why this wine is becoming so popular is that it is NOT OVER the TOP!

Very well balanced with more of a refreshing zip...this is not an inky, jammy, fruit bomb. The Finca Vides Torcidas shows balance with good fruit extraction, spice and structure without being dense.

For Only $11.99 per bottle you can’t pass up this deal!

90 Point Malbec! | BTL $ SALE $

Finca Vides Torcidas Malbec2009 (90WE) {#339722} ....................................... 15.99 11.99 Scents of ripe black cherries, plums, and violet flowers with subtle notes of vanilla and caramel. Jammy, packed with fresh red fruit and a pleasant acidity that balances nicely with the firm tannins. The finish is round and generous.


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The Smart Buy! | BTL $ SALE $

Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc Private Bin2010 (90WS) {#342870} ....................................... 18.99 14.99“Smart Buy--Offers a wonderful mix of pineapple, citrus and passion fruit notes that are ripe, fragrant and terrifically refreshing. A beam of acidity keeps the focus and persistence of the flavors, showing hints of mineral and white pepper as well...90.” WS 3/11.

Watch Out Cloudy Bay! | BTL $ SALE $

Villa Maria Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc2009 (93WS) {#340208} ....................................... 24.99 19.99“Offers a wonderful mix of pineapple, citrus and passion fruit notes that are ripe, fragrant and terrifically refreshing. A beam of acidity keeps the focus and persistence of the flavors, showing hints of mineral and white pepper as well...90.” WS 3/11.

10 Cents per Point! | BTL $ SALE $

Santa Ema Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon2008 (90WA) {#341424} ....................................... 16.99 9.00“Fragrant aromas of /Asian spices, incense, pencil lead, blackcurrant; some complexity, lengthy...90.” WA 12/10.

Best Price In the Country! | BTL $ SALE $

Vina Cobos Felino Cabernet Sauvignon2008 (91WA) {#340809} ....................................... 25.99 14.95“Deep purple color; splendid nose of exotic spices and black fruits, layered, dense, over-delivers...91.” WA 12/10.

(At press time we couldn’t find a better price when using WineAlert or WineSearcher).

Top 100 Malbec—Yep We Still Have Some | BTL $ SALE $

Bodega Norton Malbec Reserva2007 (90WS) {#340540} ....................................... 22.99 16.95#90 of the Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2010“Very ripe and very primal still, delivering a large core of velvety-textured raspberry, fig and boysenberry fruit that is liberally laced with dark toast, pastis and roasted vanilla. Should settle in nicely with modest cellaring, as the structure is dense, but polished and integrated...90.” WS 7/10.

Malbec-Period End of Story | BTL $ SALE $

Bodega Renacer Malbec Mendoza Punto Final Reserva2007 (91WA) {#341388} ....................................... 22.99 16.95“Complex nose that jumps from the glass; layered, sweetly fruited, good volume and length...91.” WA 12/10.


Sounds Italian

But These Two

KIWIS Deliver

On Sauvignon

Blanc!!!

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Kutch Pinot Noir | BTL $ SALE $

Sonoma Coast 2009 (89-92+WA) {#344405} .......... 70.00 55.00 “...more muscular, earthy character with beet root/vegetal, sassafras, red and black cherry, spice and underbrush notes..possesses more body, depth and structure...89-92+.” WA 2/11.

Anderson Valley 2009 (90-92WA) {#344406} ......... 70.00 55.00 “...classic Anderson Valley Pinot offering crisp boysenberry, blue fruit, strawberry, earth and foresty characteristics intermixed with that flowery note that comes from this cool area site in northern California...90-92.” WA 2/11.

Savoy 2009 (90-93WA) {#344407} ........................... 80.00 64.00 “..sweet kiss of raspberries, blueberries, spring flowers and subtle earth and spice, good acidity, nice texture and purity, and an elegant, graceful, well-balanced mouthfeel and finish...90-93.” WA 2/11.

The Next Kosta-Browne or Sea Smoke...

Is this the next Kosta-Browne or Sea Smoke? YES & NO!

Kutch Wines, the one man show of Jamie Kutch, is destined to be the next “CULT” Pinot Noir producer of California. A die-hard Burgundy “nut” that was so hooked by Pinot Noir that he left the New York streets to pursue his dream of making wine. Today, Jamie is living the dream making superb Pinot Noirs with a very Burgundian sensibility of how to do it. Minimal intervention! The results have been outstanding. The wines are breathtaking and setting Kutch Wines up to be the next “CULT” Cali Pinot.

Stylistically Kutch Wines is not the next Sea Smoke or Kosta-Browne. The quality of his wines is equal if not greater to these two “CULT” stars but his style is his own. The wines are pure and indicative of the Vintages but there is something about the care and tiny production that allows Kutch to turnout some excellent wines no matter the vintage. I guess there is a lot to be said about being a one man show—

“Former New Yorker, Jamie Kutch, a young professional in the world of fi nance, gave up his lucrative career on Wall Street to pursue his dream of making fi ne wine...his 2009s are unquestionably the fi nest wines he has yet produced...Everything, from bottle washer, barrel cleaner and sales, falls to Jamie Kutch as he is the only employee! The good news is that all fi ve of these wines represent about 2,200 cases of high class Pinot Noir.” Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 2/11.

Benchmark! | BTL $ SALE $

Groth Sauvignon Blanc2010 (★★½NYT) {#343289} ................................. 25.99 19.99Lively and balanced with ripe fruit, floral and earthy flavors...★★½ Stars.” NYT 7/20/11.

The #1 Wine Pick in the New York Times!

Eric Asimov and his tasting panel tackled the range of domestic Sauvignon Blancs in July the New York Times Wine Column.

Their #1 pick of the bunch - the classic GROTH!

“...we certainly had our favorites, like our No. 1, the 2010 Groth from Napa Valley, which, with its liveliness and balance, pleased all of us.” Eric Asimov, the New York Times, 7/20/11.

Groth has long been one of the finest producers for domestic Sauvignon Blanc with a rich history for turning out great wines.

Their Sauvignon Blanc is considered by many of us a benchmark for the grape and the region alongside the likes of: Frog’s Leap, Duckhorn, Cakebread and Merry Edwards.

So when Mr. Asimov tasting coordinator arranged for the 20 or so Sauvignon Blanc samples, he didn’t stack the deck. He included all the “greats,” all the benchmark producers we have come to identify with.

If you are a fan of Sauvignon Blanc, the Groth is the wine for you.

“Case Buy” | BTL $ SALE $

Chateau Ste. Michelle Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley2008 (93W&S) {#345879} .................................... 16.99 13.50“Spice--a hint of tobacco, a hint of milk chocolate--gives way to a ripe set of fruit flavors in this big shouldered, thoroughly seductive red. The texture is driven by fine, peppery tannins, which stem the tide of ripe, plummy fruit, giving the wine a touch of elegance even as it remains irresistible...a by-the-case buy...93.” W&S 6/11.

93 Point Cab Under $15!

“09 Kutch: One of the more exciting US pinots I’ve had in a long time. Nice tannins, going places. Real sense of direction.”

Jeremy Seysses, Domaine Dujac via twitter

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Exceptional for the Price | BTL $ SALE $

Block 7 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir2009 (90SWJ) {#345930} ..................................... 24.99 19.99 “Spicy lavender-tinged aromas are fulsome and enticing. In this case, the dried herb scent is brought on by the use of a good number of “whole clusters,” or grape bunches that are not separated into individual berries, but are still attached to the stem (or “rachis”) when the grapes go through their initial fermentation. On the palate, the 2009 Block 7 displays a core of sappy red and black berry flavors that are ripe but just so. By the second day, the Pinot perfume becomes even more complex, with notes of forest floor, orange rind, candle wax, and black spices...90.” SWJ 6/11.

High Quality Sonoma Coast Pinot Under $20 and 90 Points!

With the Wine Spectator already heavily touting the 2009 California Pinot Noir Vintage, the race for top quality wine has turned into a stampede!

“2009 California Pinot Noir: Best Vintage Yet?I’ve nearly fi nished my tasting of 2009 California Pinot Noirs, and the numbers are off the charts...based on the 2009 California Pinots I’ve tasted to far, it’s clearly one of the state’s most successful vintages to date. The off-the-chart numbers don’t lie. Will 2009 prove to be one of California’s all-time greats for Pinot Noir? Time will tell.” James Laube, Wine Spectator.com 7/5/11.

Block 7 has only been produced in two or three vintages. This is the larger volume test project of this highly acclaimed boutique winery. As it is a test project and they are slowly trying to build this up and test market demand, the “Cat has not been let out to the bag yet.” Now I wish I could tell you, but since we believe that this could become one of the BEST VALUE, BANG FOR YOUR BUCK line of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir on the market today...I am not about to “OUT” this guy yet!

But trust us, if you love Sonoma Pinot Noir...YOU will want to try this! Plus the Sonoma Wine Journal has recently rated this 90 points. If anyone knows the ins and outs of Sonoma Pinot Noir it is the Sonoma Wine Journal.

Grgich Hills is one of Napa Valley’s Iconic Estates.

Founded by Miljenko “Mike” Grgich and Austin Hills in 1977 the storied career and success of Mike Grgich were already cemented before establishing his own personal winery. Mike came to the USA in 1958 and immediately began working in the wineries of Sonoma and Napa Valley.

Amongst those whom Mike worked with and for include:The legendary “founding fathers of Napa Cabernet” Andre Tchelistcheff at Beaulieu Vineyards and Robert Mondavi at Robert Mondavi Winery. Then in 1972 Mike joined Jim Barret to establish Chateau Montelena as winemaker and limited partner. In a very short period Jim and Mike catapulted Chateau Montelena onto the Worldwide Scene with their 1976 Chardonnay. Now commonly referred to as the “Paris Tasting” the Chardonnay crafted by Mike and Jim won acclaimed recognition and cemented these two men in the history books in one tasting in Paris as the Chateau Montelena was the first place Chardonnay of the tasting against many of France’s greatest Burgundies.

However, Mike’s touch does not rest solely with Chardonnay and over the years Mike has turned out amazing Cabernets from across the valley. We are pleased to offer you the 2007 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon that was recently awarded 96 points by Michael Apstein of the Wine Review Online.

Once again, Grgich Hills has turned out an excellent wine in an already heralded Vintage. Remember, the Wine Spectator awarded the 2007 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage an overall Vintage score of 99 points!

2007: 96 Point Napa Valley Cabernet Under $50 You’ll be Pleasantly Surprised!

Classic Napa | BTL $ SALE $

Grgich Hills Cabernet Sauvignon2007 (96WRO) {#346301} .................................... 65.00 52.00 “Although Grgich Hills is certified Biodynamic, I suspect it’s Mike Grgich’s overall commitment to quality that makes this wine sing. Anyone looking for a great example of the oft-overused description of balance should taste Grgich’s 2007 Cabernet. Yes, it conveys ripe flavors as you’d expected from a wine with a 14.8% stated alcohol. But it’s fresh and lively, with engaging savory notes and finely polished tannins that give structure with out being astringent or aggressive. As it expands in the glass, it’s both juicy and chewy. Each sip conveys additional nuances. It’s a delight to find such power and finesse...96.” WRO 5/11.

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Joseph Swan Vineyards | BTL $ SALE $

Chardonnay 2009 (90IWC) {#346574} .................... 33.99 27.25“Hazy gold. Musky aromas of pear skin, tangerine, smoky minerals and candied ginger. Rich and chewy but lively, with tactile flavors of orange zest and deeper orchard fruits. A floral note emerges with aeration and carries through the long, sappy, gently spicy finish. This wine benefits from air and is worth decanting if you’re drinking it young...90.” IWC 5/11.

Mancini Ranch Zinfandel2006 (91IWC) {#346584} ...................................... 33.99 27.25“Vivid ruby. Deeper in pitch than the Lion Ridge, displaying aromas and flavors of blackberry, cherry-cola and violet, with a suggestion of cracked pepper. Plush, palate-coating dark berry flavors are lifted by tangy minerality, which adds back-end cut. Finishes smooth and sappy, with a lingering note of licorice and very good length...91.” IWC 5/11.

Insignia | BTL $ SALE $

*Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia2008 (95-97WA) {#347393} ................................ 225.00 165.00“The blend of the 2008 Insignia, 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot and 4% Merlot...shows lots of cassis, blueberry, graphite and floral notes, good acidity, stunning concentration and purity, and a long finish. Another great success for Phelps, the 2007 and 2008 Insignias may be the best back-to-back vintages they have produced since 1995 and 1994...

...Joseph Phelps’ flagship wine, which they have been making for 36 years, is the Insignia, which boasts a remarkable track record. Phelps, always a visionary, was the first to recognize that a blend of grapes could be better than a single varietal cuvee...95-97.” WA 12/10.

Russian River Icon—Joseph Swan Vineyards

“2007 and 2008 Insignias may be the best back-to-back vintages they have produced”

Woodward Canyon | BTL $ SALE $

Chardonnay 2009 (96WE) {#344926} ..................... 44.99 36.99“Luscious, rich, balanced and intensely fruity, this stunning effort may well be the best Chardonnay ever produced in Washington. Two-thirds old- vine Celilo vineyard grapes are blended with estate-grown fruit from even older vines that were planted in 1976...But the most amazing thing is that this wine stays fresh after being opened for literally days, much like a grand cru Burgundy...96.” WE 12/10.

Merlot 2007 (95WE) {#345863} ............................... 44.99 36.99Editor’s Choice “True to the dense muscular style of Woodward Canyon’s Merlots, this elevates the complexity in a near-perfect vintage. Deep and textural, it packs together concentrated fruits, preserves and cassis...as it breathes over hours (and even days) the primary fruit gives way to subtle veins of olive, earth, coffee and toast...95.” WE 12/10.

One to Watch | BTL $ SALE $

Cobb Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir Emmeline2007 (93IWC) {#345218} ...................................... 75.00 59.95“Sexy red and black fruits on the nose, with suave floral and mineral qualities adding complexity. Deep in flavor but lively, offering sweet raspberry and blackcurrant flavors and a late note of candied rose. The rose note repeats on the finish, which is pure, sappy and very long...93.” IWC 5/09.

Old-School Perfection—Why Walla Walla Is What It Is Today!

Only 300 Cases Produced!

Late last year Cobb Winery caught our attention. Another tiny Pinot Noir producer specializing in the Sonoma Coast their limited production Emmeline grabbed our attention. First there were still some of the wine to be had and considering since they only made about 300 cases that was a huge surprise. Second the wine was from the highly touted 2007 Vintage that the Wine Spectator awarded the Sonoma Coast AVA a 98 point overall rating. Third, the wine is delicious! This is one producer that we will have our eye on.

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The Benziger Family has been turning out great consistent wines for decades atop of Sonoma Mountain, slowly redefining the VALUE-QUALITY position of Northern California Wines.

In addition to be extremely strong proponents of affordability, the Benzigers are the leaders and pioneers of Sustainable, Organic and Biodynamic produced wines in California. Basically talking to Mike Benziger for 15 minutes on farming practices is the equivalent of getting a Master’s Degree from UC Davis on Organic and Sustainable Farming.

With practically every wine from Benziger now certified Sustainable in the next few years you will see their complete range become certified Organic and more. This is unprecedented and amazing!

But most importantly the WINE IS DELICIOUS! The QUALITY is amazing and all the hard work and dedication in the past decade are now really screaming through these wines.

I’m telling you, BANG for YOUR BUCK doesn’t get better than this!

A 90 Point Cabernet for Only $17.50—Benziger Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

The Pioneer | BTL $ SALE $

Benziger Cabernet Sauvignon2007 (90WE) {#345289} ....................................... 24.99 17.50 “A beautiful Cabernet for drinking now and over the next few years. It’s dry and fine, with appealing blackberry, black currant, herb and cedar flavors all the way through the finish. Excellent price for a Cab of this quality...90.” WE 12/10.

Private Reserve | BTL $ SALE $

Beringer Vineyards Private Reserve Chardonnay2009 (93WS) {#347092} ....................................... 39.99 31.99“A very classy wine that combines rich, layered, complex fruit with a sense of delicacy and finesse. Full-bodied but not heavy...What’s most impressive is the texture and length, with the flavors continuing to develop...93.” WS 6/11.

The Greatest Track Record for Chardonnay!?!

Since its 1986 Vintage this one wine has received:

In 24 Vintages—

• 18 Vintages rated 90 points or higher by the Wine Spectator

• 5 Vintages were rated 93 points or higher by the Wine Spectator

• 6 Vintages were “Highly Recommended” by the Wine Spectator

• 8 Vintages were on the Wine Spectator Top 100 of the Year!

• 1 Vintage was the #2 Wine of the Wine Spectator Top 100 of the Year

• 1 Vintage was the #1 Wine of the Wine Spectator Top 100 of the Year

I cannot think of another single wine that has a proven record like this.

The wine is none other than Napa Valley’s premier Reserve Chardonnay...Beringer Vineyards Private Reserve Chardonnay!

Rated 93 points by Wine Spectator, the 2009 Private Reserve is only the 5th Vintage of Private Reserve that is rated 93 points or higher. Making this one of their best and their highest rated Private Reserve since 1997!

Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello | BTL $ SALE $

1996 (96WS/95WA) {#77941} ................................ 200.00 160.00

2006 (94+WA) {#330965} ....................................... 140.00 112.00

2007 (92+WA) {#345032} ....................................... 170.00 136.00

Ridge Vineyards—A Young 40 Year Old Winery

“Ridge’s iconic Monte Bello Proprietary Red (no longer called Cabernet Sauvignon) is one of the candidates for the longest-lived Bordeaux blend made in California. Even vintages from the late sixties and early seventies are still vibrant wines…” Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 2/10. Keenan | BTL $ SALE $

Chardonnay Spring Mountain District2008 {#346604} .................................................... 28.99 19.99

Merlot 30th Anniversary 2006 {#346608} .............. 28.99 19.99

Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 30th Anniversary2006 (90WA) {#346597} ....................................... 43.99 24.99

Robert Keenan Mernet Reserve2007 (97WA) {#342533} ..................................... 120.00 99.95“This wow wine is a brilliant example of what Michael Keenan has been accomplishing on Spring Mountain over the last five or more years…97.” WA 12/09.

Spring Mountain Re-Birth

“...Michael Keenan has done a fabulous job of ratcheting up the quality of the wines from this Spring Mountain estate. Some of the fi nest wines of Napa Valley are emerging from Robert Keenan Winery.” Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 12/09.

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Our Top Five 2008 Oregon Pinot Noirs

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1. Ken Wright Carter Pinot Noir2008 (93WA) {#348144} ....................................... 65.00 48.00“The 2008 Pinot Noir Carter Vineyard from a site planted in 1983 and farmed by Ken Wright for the past 10 years, is dark ruby red with a sexy nose of underbrush, cherry blossom, spice box, and assorted black fruits. Rounder, richer, and a bit more concentrated than the preceding wines, it displays an outstanding integration of oak, acidity, and tannin, a velvety texture, and a lengthy, pure finish...93.” WA 10/10.

2. Cameron Abbey Ridge Unfi ltered Pinot Noir2008 (92WA) {#344040} ....................................... 70.00 55.00“...from the estate’s oldest vines. Medium cherry red, it displays a fragrant bouquet of Asian spices, incense, floral notes, cherry, and raspberry. Incipiently complex on the palate, it will benefit from 2-3 years of additional cellaring to fully unwind and will provide enjoyment through 2020, perhaps longer...92.” WA 10/10.

3. de Lancellotti Pinot Noir2008 (93WA) {#343709} ....................................... 70.00 55.00“...It gives up a splendid bouquet of smoke, Asian spices, incense, black cherry, and black raspberry leading to a rich, loaded, layered Pinot with superb volume, intensity, and length...93.” WA 10/10.

4. St Innocent Freedom Hill Pinot Noir2008 (93W&S) {#343159} .................................... 50.00 42.50“With hints of mint and thyme adorning forward plum and black cherry scents, this stylish wine, from one of the Valley’s oldest vineyards, has a savory core of flavor and a texture that suggests a low center of gravity. It has a fine balance of fruit and savory elements...93” W&S 4/11.

5. Archery Summit Premier CuveePinot Noir 2008 (91WA) {#348689} ..................... 55.00 44.00“2008 Pinot Noir Premier Cuvee offers up an enticing bouquet of smoke, minerals, spice box (clove and cinnamon), and assorted black fruits. This is followed by an elegant, layered, smooth-textured wine that is packed with flavor in its medium-bodied frame. It has enough ripe tannin to evolve for another 2-3 years and will drink well through 2020...91.” WA 10/10.

Bevan Cellars | BTL $ SALE $

Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 (NYR) {#343993} ....... 185.00 120.00

Merlot Showket Vineyard Alexis’s Cuvee2008 (93WA) {#343124} ....................................... 90.00 69.95“...offers a great introduction to how good Merlot can be. Aromas of chocolate, black currants, black cherries and forest floor jump from the glass of this fleshy...it is both a hedonistic and intellectual thrill-a-sip…93.” WA 12/10.

Cabernet Sauvignon Showket Vineyard David’s Cuvee2008 (95WS/95WA) {#343106} .......................... 195.00 150.00Only 164 Cases were made.

“The 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Showket Vineyard David’s Cuvee offers pure notes of cedarwood, spice box, creme de cassis, licorice and blueberries. The explosive finish and overall quality of this wine reminds me of some of the Schrader-Beckstoffer To-Kalon Cabernet Sauvignons made by Thomas Brown. This wine should have at least 20 years of potential...95.” WA 12/10.

Showket Vineyard Red 2007 (95WA) {#341522} .. 195.00 150.00“The 2007 Showket Vineyard Red Wine is from an Oakville hillside site that was just sold to the Peter Michael Winery. (Let’s hope proprietor Russell Bevan will continue to be able to access fruit from this site.) It is a blend of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc along with 10% Merlot, is a beauty. Aromas of flowers, blue and black fruits, wood smoke, and spice box are offered up in a lavishly persistent and intense aromatic display. Opaque purple-colored, deep, and full-bodied with terrific fruit, purity, and density, this outstanding wine should drink well for 10-15+ years...95.” WA 12/09.

Oakville’s Rising Star“Although last year I gave superb reviews to two of Bevan Cellars’ wines, this year’s extensive portfolio was one of the revelations of my tastings. A small artisanal operation in Santa Rosa run by Russell Bevan and his partner, Victoria Descrescenco, Bevan Cellars has assembled a stunning line-up of wines. I think the tasting notes say it all, but I can’t recommend this up-and-coming producer’s wines highly enough.” Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 12/10.


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Chasseur 2007 (92WA) {#342844} .......................... 50.00 35.00“The beautiful 2007 Chardonnay Sonoma County exhibits more flesh along with full body, plenty of honeysuckle, citrus oil, and pineapple characteristics, and an alluring texture. Drink this over the next 4-5 years. All of these Chardonnays see about 60% new French oak...92.” WA 2/10.

Stonestreet Gold Run 2008 (95WA) {#343772} ..... 85.00 68.00“The medium straw-colored 2008 Chardonnay Gold Run is a full-bodied, rich, vibrant style of wine packed and stacked with honeyed citrus, marmalade, creme brulee aromas and flavors...95.” WA 2/10.

Stonestreet Lower Rim 2008 (96WA) {#343766} ... 75.00 59.95

Stonestreet Upper Barn Alexander Mountain Estate2008 (95WA) {#343765} ....................................... 90.00 72.00

Hirsch Sonoma Coast 2009 (93IWC) {#346480} .... 65.00 52.00“ Light gold. High-pitched aromas of lime, lemongrass, honeysuckle and minerals, with subtle notes of toasty lees and iodine. Dry, racy and precise, offering spicy citrus and orchard fruit flavors complicated by exotic floral and spicy nuances. The iodine note comes back on the finish, which lingers with excellent clarity and persistence. This should age well on its intensity and balance...93.” IWC 5/11.

Bookster 2009 (91SWJ) {#345169} ......................... 28.99 21.99“Light golden robe. Alluring aromas of jasmine and poached pears are high-toned and lifted, and lead to a lemon-dressed midpalate with a touch of coconut...91.” SWJ 6/11.

Bookster Quirinus Russian River2007 (92SWJ) {#328011} ..................................... 39.99 31.99“The rich nose of lemon-lime zest, apple jelly...brown sugar, and a hint of French oak are followed by lemon-lime flavors tethered to the tongue by a streak of slate and the echo of gunflint on the finish. Lush and silky, this is open and ready for business. A touch of pineapple emerges with extended aeration...92.” SWJ 10/09.

Sonoma Chardonnay Specialist—These Estates Know It Best

BOO! Ghost Block Is Here PLUS Caymus 2009!

New Arrivals | BTL $ SALE $

Ghost Block Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon2008 (NYR) {#346073} ......................................... 70.0 50.00“Distinctive flavors of Ghost Block and Rock Cairn were heightened with the intense 2008 growing season. Finesse oriented with an elegant balance and structure. Bright aromas of roses, tobacco and spice lead to a full palate of blackberries, cherries and cocoa, and citrus. The mid palate is full and leads to a bright long finish of cherries, caramel, spice, cassis and coffee.” Winemakers Notes

Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon2009 (NYR) {#348555} ......................................... 90.00 69.95Track Record Note: Caymus has scored 91 points or higher upon release from Wine Spectator in every vintage since 1994!

Ghost Block has become one of our fastest selling Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignons over the past couple of years. The demand is extremely high and people flock for it.

Made in a style that I would say is much like Caymus, the Ghost Block release their Cabernets on the young side just like the legendary Caymus estate. Both wines have tremendous track records and all indications point to a very strong continuation of the records for both estates current releases!

Ghost Block Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon

2008 2007 2006

NYR 93WE 94WE

Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2009 2008 2007 2006 2005

NYR 93WS 92WS 92WS 92WS

In fact Caymus has scored 91 points or higher upon release from Wine Spectator in every vintage since 1994!

If you are a Napa Cab Lover, these are two wines that you want to make sure you have for this fall.


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95 Point Napa Under $50! | BTL $ SALE $

Hall Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley2008 (95WA) {#343528} ....................................... 55.00 44.95 “...made by winemaking consultant David Ramey...If you haven’t jumped on the Hall bandwagon, it has been loaded with goodies for the last 3-4 years...my favorite is the 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa...dense, full-bodied wine with lots of creme de cassis, charcoal, licorice and forest floor, the wine is opulent and already delicious and powerful...95.” WA 12/10.

A Powerhouse! | BTL $ SALE $

JM Cellars Longevity 2008 (92SWJ) {#339949} .... 41.99 33.50“A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, and Carmenere (the ancient “6th” grape of Bordeaux). Opaque black-violet. Toasty oak aromas impart a hint of chocolate while the full-on blackberry, blueberry and cold stone scents are impressive. On the attack, the wine is tannic, rich, and layered, with black cherry fruit and loamy soil notes. Decent acidity on the red-fruited finish...92.” SWJ 1/11.

Bordeaux Look Alike | BTL $ SALE $

Seven Hills Pentad Red Walla Walla2006 (93WS) {#345170} ....................................... 49.99 34.99“Rich, ripe and complex, this has a delicious tug-of-war going on in the mouth, playing generous blueberry and currant fruit against hints of crème brûlée, sage and white pepper. A hint of roasted meat adds interest to the long finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Carmenère, Cabernet Franc and Malbec...93.” WS 12/10.

Over-delivers! | BTL $ SALE $

Januik Cabernet Sauvignon2008 (94WS) {#348566} ....................................... 35.99 29.99“Tightly wound, its blueberry, plum and crème brûlée flavors riding aristocratically over a layer of refined tannins. The finish persists and expands as it hints at mineral and wet earth...94.” WS 7/11

Tied for the Highest Rated Anderson Valley Pinot of the Vintage! | BTL $ SALE $

Black Kite Pinot Noir Stony Terrace Anderson Valley2009 (92WS) {#344319} ....................................... 60.00 48.00“Intense, yet creamy and layered, with complex aromatics that lead to berry flavors built around blueberry and loganberry. Full-bodied and spicy, ending with a full, persistent finish and firm tannins...92.” WS 6/11.

The NY Supplier Need to Make Room & We’re Passing the Savings Onto You! | BTL $ SALE $

Antica Cabernet Sauvignon2007 (94WA) {#332245} ....................................... 60.00 43.95“The finest wine I have yet tasted from Piero Antinori’s rocky hillside vineyard on Soda Canyon Road in southeast Napa, this 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon boasts a dense purple color along with a rich, sumptuous bouquet of licorice, creme de cassis, and smoky oak. This opulent, fleshy, full-bodied wine exhibits beautiful purity and concentrated fruit. It should age nicely for 15-20 years. Impressive ... and reasonably priced!...94.” WA 12/09.

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Chateau St Jean | BTL $ SALE $

La Petite Etoile Fume Blanc2009 (91WA) {#345733} ....................................... 21.99 15.99 “My favorite (but only marginally so) is one of their classics, the 2009 Fume Blanc La Petite Etoile. I expect discounters to sell this for $15-17. It is an intense wine with notes of lime oil intermixed with lemon blossom, fig, grapefruit and melons. Medium-bodied, rich, and fruity...91.” WA 2/11.

Robert Young Chardonnay2008 (91WA) {#345674} ....................................... 31.99 21.99 “The non-malolactic, steely, crisp, Wheat Thin-scented and -flavored 2008 Chardonnay Robert Young Vineyard displays honeyed pear and a hint of white currant in a crisp, lovely, fresh style. It sells for a song as well...91.” WA 2/11.

“This winery produces some exceptional bargain-priced wines and consistently does an enviable job with Sauvignon Blanc, or as they call it, Fume Blanc.” Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 2/10.

“Readers looking for a bevy of outstanding white wines at remarkably fair prices need look no further than the copious number of selections from Chateau St Jean.” Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 2/11.

Value, VALUE, VALUE!

That’s all one can say about Chateau St Jean Whites. These are some of the best; if not the best portfolio of value white wines produced in North California. Year in and year out they are some of the “text book” examples of their respective varietals, scoring extremely well with the press and consumers alike.

We just received in a shipment of the new Fume Blanc Petite Etoile (Sauvignon Blanc) that Robert Parker himself rated 91 points!

If you are a Sauvignon Blanc fan then you will want stock up on this “favorite” today.

Parker’s Favorite Fume Blanc and another 91 Point White!

A Dash of New Blood, Historic Wines and the 100 Point Master

Put These In Your Radar | BTL $ SALE $

Carter Cellars Coliseum BlockNapa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2008 (94WA) {#340034} ..................................... 135.00 99.95“The sensational 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Coliseum Block boasts a dense purple color as well as creamy blackberry, cassis, floral and subtle smoke notes. Full-bodied, opulent and rich, it has more in common with a 2007 than expected. Drink this exuberant, flamboyant Cabernet over the next 15+ years…94.” 12/10.

Carter Cellars Hossfeld Coliseum Napa Valley2008 (91WA) {#340035} ....................................... 80.00 58.75“The 2008 Hossfeld Coliseum (a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon) reveals a deep ruby/purple color along with dense black currant fruit intermixed with well-integrated sweet oak, licorice and spring flower notes. This complete, full-bodied, impressively endowed 2008 can be enjoyed over the next 10+ years…91.” WA 12/10.

Envy Bee Bee’s Blend 2008 (NYR) {#343773} ....... 55.00 44.002008 has not yet been reviewed but the 2007 received 93 points from Robert Parker!

Envy Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 (NYR) {#343774} .. 55.00 44.00Somehow this wine has yet to be reviewed but all other Envy 2007s were rated 90+ point by Robert Parker.

“Carter Cellars is a relatively new operation (it began in the late 1990s) run by Mark Carter and Nils Venge. The wines are made at Venge’s Saddleback Cellars in Oakville with some assistance from Fred Schrader. They have some interesting vineyard sources, including the Beckstoffer To-Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, the Truchard Vineyard in Carneros, the Revilo Vineyard in St Helena, and the Coliseum Block in Soda Canyon.”

“The partnership of Mark Carter and Nils Venge has produced some impressive wines at Envy. Their Bordeaux varietal blend called Bee Bee’s tend to be nearly equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot mixed with small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petite Sirah.”

“The long-time brilliant winemaker Nils Venge, now working with his son Kirk, has fashioned four impressive wines. Few people have as impressive a record of ageworthy, world-class Cabernet Sauvignons as does Nils Venge. I only have to go back to the fi rst California wine I ever gave 100 points to, his 1985 Groth Reserve. (He made it as part of a staggering lineup of wines that he produced from the Villa Mt. Eden vineyard – now Plumpjack.) He has long had a Midas touch with this varietal…” -Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 12/09.

Mark Carter has assembled an all-star team to help cement Carter Cellars and Envy as some of Napa Valley’s premier wineries. With veteran legendary winemaker Nils Venge in one corner and the 100 point Master Fred Schrader in the other, it is no wonder that these wines are making statements and catching a good piece of the spotlight.

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Balance | BTL $ SALE $

Sandhi Sanford and Benedict Chardonnay2009 (92SWJ) {#347138} ..................................... 49.99 39.99“…Restraint, class, purity and, dare I say, balance…92.” SWJ 7/11.

Maybe it was a just a daring and bold move, maybe it was a very calculated and thoughtfully paired move; but either way the wine world exploded with a huge buzz of “REALLY??? BOLD MOVE!!!” when Daniel Boulud and Daniel Johnnes served President Obama...Sandhi 2009 Sanford & Benedict Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay!

In basically the wines debut commercial vintage, Sandhi is like many of the other wineries of the Sta Rita Hills / Santa Barbara region specializing in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. However, the names associated with Sandhi are just as big as the two Daniels and the President.

A joint venture from three of California’s fi nest names in the wine community brings passion, extremely high quality standards and of course mountains of experience from practically every corner of the wine business today.

The three men are:

• Rajat Parr, Master Sommelier-Beverage Director of the Michael Mina Restaurant Group-Co-Owner of the Burgundy temple RN74-author of Secrets of a Sommelier

• Charles Banks, founder & former owner of Jonata-former co-owner of the CULT ICON Screaming Eagle-partner in Leviathan Winery-owner of Mulderbosch winery South Africa-Senior Executive Editor of Fine Wine Magazines

• Sashi Moorman, former chef turned winemaker/vintner-stops along the way included Ojai Vineyards-winemaker for Stolpman Vineyards-California winemaker for the critically acclaimed and international Evening Land Vineyards-owner Piedrasassi Vineyards

The combination of these three men in making Chardonnay and Pinot Noir has quietly been taking the California wine scene by storm but that storm is about to break-out world-wide and Sandhi is poised to be one of the next big names in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir production. Jancis Robinson, the Master of Wine and London based wine critic for the Financial Times recently included Sandhi wines as some of her top picks from the region.

For those of you that are a bit confused by the name Sandhi it does have a very poignant meaning to the winery: “an ancient Sanskrit word meaning alliance or collaboration, refl ects the partnership of its creators.” However, these gentleman know that great wine comes from great vineyards and that is why Sandhi is in the process of developing new vineyards while simultaneously acquiring access to some of the most legendary vineyards in Sta Rita Hills and Santa Barbara area.

The Sanford & Benedict Vineyard is one of those historic sites that has stood the test of time.

“Planted in 1971, Sanford & Benedict is the oldest Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyard in Santa Barbara County, and one of the most iconic vineyards in California. Its north-facing location at the epicenter of the Santa Rita Hills appellation allows the grapes to ripen perfectly in the cool and foggy weather. The marine-based soil (clay and diatomaceous) delivers smaller yields and cluster. Sandhi Wine’s grapes come from blocks that are own-rooted.” Sandhiwines.com.

Frankly, I am not one to get super excited about new domestic Chardonnay over $25 per bottle as I am many times for my own good a Burg-Nut / Francophile. BUT, I had to try this and see for myself what it was all about. Am I glad I did. This is the most exciting and interesting new project that I have tasted from California in years, especially for Chardonnay. The quality here is on par if not better than the historic giants of the region: Calera, Au Bon Climat, Brewer-Clifton, Diatom, Melville, Ojai and Sea Smoke to name a few.

The winery professes BALANCE and BALANCE is what this wine is all about. Very impressive and well worth the look.

And yes, I too would have served this wine to the President of the United States. It is a great example of the heights that domestic Chardonnay can achieve.

Daniel Boulud & Daniel Johnnes’ Bold Move of What Wine to Serve President Obama!


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*Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2001 (95+WA) {#138420} ......... 195.00 155.00“This was a spectacular performance from this hallowed vineyard as well as one of Napa Valley’s great historic terroirs. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, it reveals a still youthful personality and will benefit from another 5-7 years of bottle age. An opaque purple color is followed by aromas of graphite, creme de cassis, flowers and background earth as well as spice. The old eucalyptus-filled aromatics of a young Martha’s Vineyard are nowhere to be found as the 2001 is dominated by fruit and earth. Full-bodied and powerful with superb integration of wood, tannin, acidity and alcohol, this large-scaled red is capable of three or more decades of cellaring. It is unquestionably a youthful classic, but it requires patience from its owners...95+.” Robert Parker, the Wine Advocate 6/11.

Direct from the Heitz Cellars the 10 year Old 95+ point “youthful classic”!

“As brilliant as I thought the 2001s were eight years ago, today they have exceeded even my highest expectations.” Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate 6/11.

Looking for something new and different? How about irresistible? We’ve locked in the wine for you!

Bacio Divino! No it’s not from Italy but there is just a dash of Italian flare added into the mix.

From renowned winemaker Claus Janzen, Bacio Divino is a collection of Napa Valley blends. The flagship wine and claim to fame is the Bacio Divino Red Blend.

What more can you ask for in a 2007 Cabernet Blend that is a tad different and unusual...

Hails from the 99 point Vintage of 2007

Is rated 94 points by Robert Parker

And is as Parker puts it best...“already irresistible”!

Claus Janzen’s Bacio Divino! | BTL $ SALE $

Bacio Divino 2007 (94WA) {#341592} ......................................................... 89.00 66.75“Perhaps the finest example I have ever tasted of the flagship offering, the 2007 Bacio Divino (Cabernet Sauvignon and small quantities of Sangiovese, Petite Sirah, and Merlot) boasts copious aromas of sweet creme de cassis fruit intermixed with wild strawberries, spice box, loamy soil, pepper, and roasted herbs. In the mouth, the wine reveals pure, rich, opulent fruit, medium to full body, no hard edges, and a luscious, fleshy style that is difficult to resist It should age easily for 5-10 years, but it is already irresistible. Interesting wines are produced by longtime winemaker, Claus Janzen...94.” WA 12/09.

“Finest example I have ever tasted...it is already irresistible.” Robert Parker

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The September Hong Kong Auction

2011年9月9及10日 September 9 and 10, 2011

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