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Hello to all those who Imbibe,
I hope you and your loved ones had a fun and safe Fourth of July; I know I did. My holiday was spent with family, friends and a few new wines that just rolled in a couple days ago. These are wines that not only over-deliver, but are a steal at the price and can be enjoyed throughout the rest of the summer.
2011 Graffigna Pinot Grigio Reserve
First up is a wine with highly focused fruit coming from a varietal rarely seen coming from Argentina, the 2011 Graffigna Pinot Grigio Reserve. With such a light body it is impressive with its vibrant fruit and soft acidity. This is the perfect summer drink for the warm Bakersfield days. Try this one with peach and pineapple slices for a tasty sangria. $11.99
 2010 Tormaresca Chardonnay
Next up are two outstanding, but dramatically different Chardonnays, the 2010 Tormaresca and the 2011 Edna Valley. Due mainly to the fact that the Tormaresca hails from Italy, it displays a bright acidity with clean and crisp fruit. Loads of green apple and lemon help balance the touch of oak that lends a nice, subtle complimentary spice. Even more impressive is the 12.5% alcohol which makes for such a balance and easy drink. I'm constantly stupefied by the our inability in this state to produce wines that are not 15.5% alcohol butter bombs. Check this out for a refreshing new style of Chardonnay! $10.99
2011 Edna Valley Chardonnay
While the previous bottling is surely Old World style, the Edna Valley bottling shows many of the typical characteristics of great California Chardonnay. Bright peach, pear and ripe tropical notes mingle with caramel, clove and cinnamon. This wine is a smooth drink that comes from gentle winemaking. Winery price $15.50, Imbibe Price $12.99.
Now a little trip to the Southern Hemisphere to for two new exciting wines, the 2010 Peter Lehmann Layers Red and the 2011 Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc.
2010 Peter Lehmann Layers White
The Peter Lehmann Layers White is a blend of Semillon, Muscat, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay. The Layers label is crafted to illustrate the idea that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. This is a white wine with aromas of citrus and hints of peach. It has excellent structure and a soft creamy mouth feel, delightful depth and a finish that is wonderfully fresh. This is a wine best buy by many industry standards. $12.99
 2011 Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc
The Brancott Sauv Blanc comes from the famed Marlborough region of New Zealand. This wine is amazingly fresh, combining bright, green grassy notes with lively grapefruit and hints of peach and melon. I enjoy the purity of this fruit-driven style wine. Wines like these are best consumed young, while the fruit flavors are fresh and the aromatics are lively. $10.99
And now a little something for the red wine lovers in the audience. A killer Chianti and a marvelous Malbec.
 2010 Da Vinci Chianti
The 2010 Da Vinci Chianti is a well balanced wine of medium weight with jammy flavors of ripe plums, cherries and red fruit. This is a lively wine with a soft palate that lingers with a peppery finish. As with most Italian wines, this bottling pairs perfectly with all starters, pastas and meat dishes, and shows best during the summer when served slightly below room temperature. Here's a little free tip about red wines in hot weather. Pour your reds closer to cellar temperature (55-60˚F) to help mask the alcohol. $11.99
 2010 Colome Estate Malbec
I saved the best for last, the 2010 Colome Estate Malbec. This wine is a Malbec based blend, with some Cabernet and Tannat. Being the signature red varietal of Argentina, Malbec excels in the warm dry climate, and produces exceptional wines with dark, spicy aromas and succulent texture. We made a special purchase on this wine; regular price on this wine is $29.99, while the best price we found in the Nation was $27.99. Imbibe price is $24.91 and if you buy by the six-pack, we'll shave an extra dollar off each bottle! This is easily the finest Malbec we carry at Imbibe. Swing by today and get yours!
CHEERS!
~ David, Tami &
The entire Imbibe Gang
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CURRENT SUMMER SALES
Buy 6 or more bottles of Rose,
SAVE 10%!
Mix and Match
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Buy 11 bottles of Sonoma-Cutrer Chardonnay,
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Cabernet, Syrah, and Zinfandel Available
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WEEKLY STAFF PICKS
DAN
2010 Sterling Three Palms Merlot - $21.99
With great structure, depth and concentration, our 2010 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot tells the story of an unusual vineyard in Napa Valley. The wine's intense, ripe black... more
ELLIE
2010 Vindemio Imagine - $17.99
I'm a sucker for a good Syrah blend and this is just that. This is an alluring, full flavored Syrah and Grenache (equal parts). It is aged in concrete casks, displaying... more
TIM
2007 Rombauer Merlot - $31.99
This Merlot is a carefully crafted wine from the Carneros appellation. Aromas of boysenberry, black cherry, vanilla and plum lead into a supple mouthfeel with... more
STUART
Sandeman Porto, Ruby & Tawny - $13.99
On more than one occassion I have the pleasure of explaining to guests the wonderous acheivement of Porto and where it ranks it the history of mankind. The Colossus of...more
ANTHONY
NV La Marca Prosecco - 15.99 The La Marca Prosecco is a great sparkling wine that any value minded consumer should pick up today. A bottling of 100% Glera... more
JOSH
2010 Caricature Red Wine - $13.99
We at Imbibe love playful wines, especially the ones that drink like double their price. With such demand for easy drinking reds for the summer, the... more
DAVID
2007 Conn Creek Anthology - $29.99
This wine is a road map of outstand vineyards in the Napa Valley. Get this? This wine is a blend of grapes from Newton Vineyards on Mt. Veeder, Stagecoach Vineyards on Atlas peak along with grapes... more
MEAGAN
2009 Dancing Bull Merlot - $7.99 As a novelist wine drinker, often times I find it hard to appreciate a full bodied red wine. I have experienced the powerfully bold and dry reds that leave me pucker faced as... more
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CLEARANCE BEERS
Get 'em while they last!
 The Imbibe beer department will be expanding with the addition of another door in the beer box. I'm in the process of locating new brews and with the additional space we will now have a "Clearance Shelf " featuring beers that are being phased out. Take a look as there are some real deals on these brews. Look for the bright orange shelf stickers. Here's the starting lineup for the closeout brews:
- Great Divide Smoked Baltic Porter was $9.99 now $6.50
- Jolly Pumpkin Brewing ES Bam was $13 .99 now $9.50
- Jolly Pumpkin Pumpkin Ale was $16.99 now $11.50
- Reutberger Brewing Export Dunkel was $5.50 now $3.99
- Schonramer brewing Fesweise was $4.75 now $3.60
- Abita Brewing Andy Gator was $4.95 now $3.50
- Great Divide Claymore Scotch Ale NOW $1.75
- Hopf Helle Weisse NOW $3.60
- Double Old Thumper Ale NOW $6.25
- Ommegang Brewing Seduction NOW $11.50
- Ommegang Brewing Art of Darkness NOW $11.50 |
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IMBIBE WINE DINNER:
Summer Harvest
Monday, July 9th, 2012 | 6 p.m.
*SOLD OUT*
Now taking names for a repeat of the same dinner on Monday, July 23rd. Sign up today to reserve your spot!
$49 per person
Join Imbibe Wine as we host another fabulous Gourmet Wine Dinner. Seating is limited and this event sells out each month. Stop in or call today to pick up your tickets! We'll be pairing our dinner with some great wines you'll want to enjoy all summer long!
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BEER TASTING:
Firestone-Walker
Brewing Company +
Moo Gourmet Tacos
Thursday, July 26th, 2012 | 5 - 8 p.m.
$15/beer
$15/food
Join Imbibe Wine in welcoming Doug Dresser from 5 -8 p.m. to taste through the amazing lineup of brews from Firestone-Walker Brewing Company. Some of these beers are limited but will be available for purchase the night of the tasting. Taste through the lineup for $15 and receive a credit of $5 on your purchase of 6 22oz. bottles or equivalent.
And as if that's not enough, be sure to join us for Gourmet Tacos by Moo Creamery. $15 buys you three tacos, rice and beans. Though Moo Creamery is known for their ice cream, their tacos are second to none. Do not miss this event!!!
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6th Annual Tehachapi Food & Wine Festival 
Saturday, August 4th, 2012 | 6 p.m. $40 in advance $50 at the door Celebrating the essence of Tehachapi's unique food, art and music the Tehachapi Food & Wine Festival offers residents and visitors a chance to enjoy an exceptional evening in historic downtown Tehachapi. The festival has sold out four years running and this year is no exception as the event has added many new offerings. For more info, call 661-374-0395 or check out: www.tehachapiwineandfood.com More details... |
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IMBIBE PASTA NIGHTS
This Wednesday and Thursday!
from 5 - 8 pm
at Imbibe Wine & Spirits
$12 per person
Swing by every Wednesday and Thursday and get a big ol' plate of gourmet pasta and a salad, and enjoy the night away at Imbibe Wine & Spirits. With a wide selection of ingredients, you get to make the pasta your way every time. Stop by for one of the best meals in town for the best price around! |
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FRIDAY NIGHT FLIGHT
The Best Paso Syrah
Friday, July 13th, 2012 | 4 p.m.
- 2008 Denner Dirt Worshipper (97/100 WS) -
- 2009 Alban Patrina (94/100 WS) -
- 2009 Brochelle -
- 2009 Torrin Akasha (90/100 WS) -
- 2008 Saxum Booker Vyd (98/100 WA) -
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- David, Tamera and the crew at Imbibe
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