Champane's Wine Cellars' June 2010 Newsletter

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Champane's Wine Cellars

June 2010

Tasting Notes

2009 CHATEAU DUCASSE

A blend of old world Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, this Bordeaux white hits the palate crisp and clean with subtle grapefruit, pear and citrus aromas. It's bright acidity makes it a perfect wine to open on the patio on a hot Summer's evening. It's stamp of affordable quality is assured by being a Kermit Lynch selection, the guru of many great French imports.

2007 THURSTON WOLFE LEMBERGER

The popular grape varietal known as Blaufrankisch in Austria and Hungary is making a quiet splash here in the states in the form of Lemberger, not to be confused with the familiar sounding stinky cheese Limburger. Out of the Horse Heaven Hills area of Washington State, this full bodied red explodes with cherry, raspberry and red currant fruit, complimented by vanilla, black pepper, a hint of chocolate and a bright floral nose and finish. A great bargain for those looking to drink something new, something different and definitely something unique.

2008 THE BOHAN-DILLON PINOT NOIR

As they say, it's always the quiet ones you have to look out for. Sonoma winemaker David Hirsch may not generate headlines like the corporate giants but his focus on small production and enormous quality makes his wines front page news. We are rewarded with this Pinot Noir, showcasing meaty plum, cherry and cola flavors, with exotic spice, leather, tea and tobacco accents. With so many choices these days of high quality Pinot Noir's, exciting and noteworthy make this one marquee material.

2005 CHATEAU BARRAIL CHEVROL

This Petite Bordeaux from the Fronsac region of France finds a way to keep getting better and better with each new vintage. A blend of 80% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc, it shows dark ripe fruit, an intoxicating bouquet, with a light spice and smoky character, all done in a modern style, that makes it very food friendly. Very approachable now, but with a few extra years in the cellar, this wine will not only show great style and charm, but also what a savvy and knowledgeable wine shopper you can be.

Best Value of the Month Over $20.00

Signorello

Cabernet Sauvignon

Napa
750 ml

Only $32.99

Celani

Cabernet Sauvignon

Napa

750 ml

Only $69.99

Corton Charlemagne

Grand Cue

750 ml
Only $99.99

Best Value Under $20.00

Chateau St. Michelle
Chardonnay

750 ml

Only $7.99

Clos du Bois

Chardonnay

750 ml

Only $7.99

Mackinaw Trail Raspberry

Desert Wine

375 ml

Only $11.99

Did You Know

Champane's Wine Cellars now accepts

Discover Card

DID YOU KNOW..................that on her birthday each June 1st, a new vintage of Marilyn Merlot is released to the public. Labeled each year with a new photograph, this wine is one of the most sought after collectibles, with prices for older vintages going for thousands of dollars. She would have been celebrating her 84th birthday this year.

WINE TRIVIA..................What is a snipe? Also known as a piccolo, split, or quatrino, it is a quarter-bottle of wine. Measuring in at 187 milliliters, they are often used as gift favors at weddings or for a quick glass of wine on the go.

Great Summer Wines Values (all 750 ml)

	Upcoming Tasting Events Champane's Wine Cellars presents... Samuel Adams Beer Tasting June 18, 2010 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM Attendees will be able to sample a wide selection of Samuel Adams beers. $10.00 or two for $15.00 *** * * * * * * ***
Keep you calendar open for these tasting events (with more details to follow) Soon to be announced 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.*

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