Champanes Wine Cellar & International Marketplace
Champane's Wine Cellars

January 2010

Tasting Notes

Tasting Pouring

2008 PERMUTATIONS PINOT NOIR
It is not everyday that you use the words Pinot Noir and Australia in the same sentence. That is about to change. Loaded with ripe juicy raspberry and cherry pie fruit, a pinch of Dr. Pepper soda and rosemary spice, this Yarra Valley stunner has many complex layers of enjoyment. With 24 different whimsical labels which make for fun reading, more fun is discovering this new value beauty before the rest of the crowd.

2006 MT. VEEDER CABERNET SAUVIGNON
How can a proven winner of a Cabernet get any better? When you can save nearly $25 per bottle, that's how. Lower price does not mean lesser quality as the '06 is long, rich, and deep in savory plum, blackberry and black cherry flavors. Soft textures of vanilla and toasted oak blend wonderfully with the lively tannins, resulting in a long and mouth watering finish. Get while the getting is good because you never know when you will see another pot of gold at the end of a rainbow deal like this any time soon.

2007 DR. LOOSEN GRAACHER HIMMELREICH RIESLING SPATLESE
From the steep slopes along the Mosel River in Germany, golden nectar from the God's rains down into the bottles of Ernst Loosen once again. Honey coated apple, velvety citrus, and the terrior slate minerality famous of this region is a feast for the senses. Simply elegant as a wine can be, paired with roasted chicken and creamy risotto, it makes for one heavenly experience.

2007 CLINE BIG BREAK ZINFANDEL
If you like your Zinfandel big, bold, spicy, tons of dark fruit of plum, blackberry and cherry, with black licorice, coffee, and a hint of game smokiness? Look no further than this year in and year out winner from the folks at Cline Cellars. When cooking Mexican food or grilling lamb, it's always a treat to pull one of these beauties from the cellar vault. Despite being a tad young, give this a few years in the cellar and you'll be rewarded like a penny stock turned blue chip. 
Best Value Under $20.00
 
 
Red Diamond
 Merlot
750 ml
Only $7.99

Sebastiani
Cabernet Sauvignon
750 ml
Only $12.99

Rex - Goliath
Zinfindel
750 ml
Only $5.00

Cupcake
Chardonnay
750 ml
Only $8.99
 

Rodney Strong
Sauvignon Blac
750 ml
Only $8.99
Best Beer Values Under $20.00
 
North Peak
Siren
Amber Ale
6pk       Only $7.99
 
Wolverine Lager
6pk       Only $6.99
 
Flying Dog
Raging Bitch
Belgian-style
India Pale Ale
6pk       Only $7.99
 
Thirsty Dog
Old Leghumper
porter
6pk       Only $9.99
 
Blue Moon
Grand Cru
25oz     Only $8.99
DID YOU KNOW...............that at actor Tom Cruise's 2006 wedding, 300 bottles of Barbaresco and Champagne were served. Paltry compared to the wedding of Alexander III of Scotland, where in 1251, over 135,000 litres of wine were popped for the occasion.
 

WINE TRIVIA.................Where can you run a marathon and drink wine at the same time? At the yearly Medoc Marathon in the Bordeaux region of France. Limited to 8500 participants, runners compete for prizes, all while passing through great Chateau where food and wine are served to all who care not to be the first to cross the finish line.
Great January 2009 Wines Values
 

Louis Roeder Brut Premier

Louis Roeder
Brut Premier
Champagne
91 Points 750 ml
Now Only $26.99
(From the same people that produce Cristal.)
 

ChocoVine Wine

ChocoVine logo
750 ml
Now Only $8.99
 
Lewis Chardonnay Napa Valley
Lewis Chardonnay Napa
750 ml
Now Only $39.99
 
 

Upcoming Tasting Events

 

Thurs. January 28, 2009 - 6:00 to 8:00 PM
 

Michigan Beer Tasting Benefiting the 1/24th Marine Memorial Fund

 
This Come out and sample some of Michigan's Finest Beers at Champane's Wine Cellars Pub!
 
6pm Thursday, January 28, 2010
 
Beers from some of your favorite Breweries will be featured:
Arbor Brewing Company, Arcadia Brewing Company, Atwater Block Brewery, Bell's Brewery, Dark Horse Brewing Company, Detroit Beer Company, Dragonmead Microbrewery, Founders Brewing Company, Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales, Keweenaw Brewing Company, Kuhnhenn Brewing Company, Michigan Brewing Company, Motor City Brewing Works, New Holland Brew Company, North Peak Brewing  Company and Short's Brewing Company

Chat with Brewery Representatives, Owners  and a Silent Auction
 
Advance tickets are $20 per person and are available at Champane's Wine Cellars
 
Order Tickets early! Only a limited number of tickets will be available at the door.
 
Note: The 1/24 Memorial Committee was formed to build a permanent Memorial to honor the service and sacrifice of the 22 Marines who gave their lives in Iraq from the 1st Battalion, 24th Marine Regiment. 1/24 is headquartered aboard Selfridge Air National Guard Base.

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All Tasting are located at
 Champane's Wine Cellars,
 7007 Chicago Road,
Warren, MI 48092
 
You must be at least 21 years old to attend any tasting event. 
Winter Store Hours
 Champane's Wine Cellars
 
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM  Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Thursday and  Friday
  9:00 AM to 7:00 PM Saturday