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PIEDMONT Pre-Arrival Offer:
2008 RINALDI Barolo
Transcendent Barolo!
 | | Beppe Rinaldi |
VINTAGES' continued dedication to supporting and promoting the top traditional cellars of Italy's Barolo region has resulted in treasured, long-term relationships with winemakers such as GIUSEPPE RINALDI and his daughter MARTA RINALDI. Rinaldi's staunch commitment to preserving piemontese traditions, his rigorous methods of cultivating nebbiolo, and guiding it into barrel and bottle, results in a true, transcendent expression, full of personality and pedigree. Don't confuse Rinaldi's traditional Barolo with something rustic, harsh, and "charming" -- if you want to know what Barolo is, here's your answer. Pure, crystalline, yet loaded with the character and distinction that comes only from a master shutting out the external "noise," and continuing to make the real deal. It's all too rare these days.
Don't hesitate -- claim your 2008 Rinaldi now! Call 978-369-2545 or email eric@vintagesonline.com
2008 GIUSEPPE RINALDI Barolo Cannubi/ San Lorenzo-Ravera $125. 94 pts.
Pre-Arrival Offer: $95.62/btl for 12 btl  case
"The 2008 Barolo Cannubi/ S.Lorenzo-Ravera is intensely perfumed, silky and gracious. It shows impeccable class to match its highly attractive personality. I am curious to see if the wine gains volume in bottle. Today, it is a highly promising Barolo. In 2008 the blend is approximately 30% Cannubi and 70% Ravera. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2038. 94 pts." --A. Galloni, WA
2008 GIUSEPPE RINALDI Barolo Brunate-Le Coste $125. 96 pts.
Pre-Arrival Offer: $95.62/btl for 12 btl case
"The 2008 Barolo Brunate-Le Coste is aging in two separate casks as of November 2011, each with a different mix of juice from these two sites. The first cask is all seduction and perfume, while the second is much more powerful, rich and structured. Both are beautiful on their own, but should be even better once blended. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2038.
96 pts." --A. Galloni, WA
VERY LIMITED: CALL Eric 978-369-2545 or email eric@vintagesonline.com
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PIEDMONT PRE-ARRIVAL:
2008 VIETTI BAROLO
This photo of Luca Currado at the VIETTI winery taken during a tasting of the estate's 15 different cru vineyards, is just one example of VIETTI's continued push for ever more distinction and refinement. These Barolos shine more brightly every vintage!
Pre-offer: VIETTI 2008 CRUS (Rocche, Lazzarito, Brunate) 20% off mixed six-pack!
 | | Luca Currado, VIETTI |
VINTAGES is offering the three 2008 VIETTI Barolo crus in mixed six-packs at a savings of 20%. Two of each Barolo cru -- Rocche, Lazzarito and Brunate --for $108 net per bottle. Descriptions below. ORDER TODAY! Eric 978-369-2545 or eric@vintagesonline.com Vietti 2008 Assorted six-pack: 2 bottles each = $108 net ($648 total). 2008 VIETTI Barolo "Rocche" $135 95 pts. "Sweet,silky tannins frame expressive dark red fruit in the 2008 Rocche. This is an especially structured, powerful style for the Rocche, and a true testament to the level of conviction at Vietti. The Rocche turns sweeter and more sensual with time in the glass. The tannins possess remarkable finesse. This could be used to teach a class on the greatness of the Rocche vineyard. It is dazzling from start to finish. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2033. 95 pts." --A. Galloni, WA 2008 VIETTI Barolo "Lazzarito" $135 93+ pts. "Dark red fruit, iron, tar, smoke, wild flowers and minerals are all wrapped aroud a serious intense, mid-palate and finish. Today the 2008 comes across as a bit tightly wound, but that is the perso  nality of the year. The balance of fruit, structure and oak is superb. Layers of fruit flow through to the firm, authoritative finish. This is impressive juice. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2028. 93+ pts." -- A. Galloni, WA 2008 VIETTI Barolo "Brunate" $135 93 pts. "The 2008 Barolo Brunate flows onto the palate with layers of dark fruit, spices, menthol and licorice. It is an unusually plush, generous wine for the year, endowed with tons of grace and sheer depth. This is a fabulous, layered Brunate that should drink well with a few more years in the  bottle. Layers of sweet, perfumed fruit, rose petals and spices build effortlessly to the gracious, elegant finish. The Brunate is brooding and tannic, but the wine softens a bit with air. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2028. 93 pts." --A. Galloni, WA | |
RIOJA PRE-ARRIVAL:
LOPEZ de HEREDIA
"Perhaps no winery in the world guards its traditions as proudly and steadfastly as López de Heredia does, especially in a region like Rioja, swept by profound changes in the last 25 years. Yet, it is paradoxically a winery in the vanguard, its viticulture and wine- making a shining, visionary example for young, forward- thinking producers all over the world." -Eric Asimov, NY Times
Lopez de Heredia fans, here's your opportunity to purchase your favorites before supplies run out. So you don't know Tondonia? If you are curious about matured wines, or what long-aging in barrel can achieve, this is the place to start. Click here for a video of Eric Broege discussing the wines of Lopez de Heredia.
12 bottles mix and match for the discount!
REDS
2005 VINA CUBILLO Crianza $28 ($23.80 case price) Tempranillo 65%, Garnacho 25%, Mazuelo and Graciano , aged 3 yrs. in American oak.
"a wonderful bouquet with leathery red fruit augmented by subtle hints of undergrowth, tobacco and a touch of spice... 91 pts." -- Wine Advocate
2003 VINA BOSCONIA Reserva $38 (32.30 case price) 92 pts. Blend of Tempranillo (80%), Garnacho (15%), Mazuelo and Graciano, aged 5 yrs in American oak. "an enticing bouquet: roasted meat, hickory, peat and rosemary that is beautifully defined....a poised, lifted earthy finish with touches of soy and sea salt. 92 pts. -Wine Advocate
2001 VINA TONDONIA Reserva $45 ($38.25 case price) 95 pts.
Tempranillo (75%), Garnacho (15%), Mazuelo and Graciano , aged 6 years in American oak. "a lovely nose of ripened red fruit, fireside hearth, a touch of mulberry and red cherr y. The palate has fine tannins, crisp red fruits (wild strawberry and cranberry) and a vibrant finish that has immense precision. There is a slight saline note lingering after the wine has (regretfully) departed. Drink now-2030+ 95 pts." --Wine Advocate
1995 VINA BOSCONIA Gran Reserva $100 ($85 case price) 94 pts.
Tempranillo 80%, Garnacho 15%, Mazuelo and Graciano , aged 10 years in American oak.
"an alluring leather, dried orange peel and strawberry leaf-scented bouquet that blossoms beautifully in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine, elegant tannins. It is both precise and exquisitely defined with hints of cured meat and leather towards the graceful finish. Drink now-2018+ 94 pts." -Wine Advocate
1994 Vina Tondonia Gran Reserva $100 ($85 case price) 96 pts.
Tempranillo 75%, Garnacho 15%, Mazuelo and Graciano , aged 9 years in American oak. "an elegant bouquet with light red cherries, orange blossom, mahogany bureau and burnt buttered toast. The palate has a meaty, savory entry with crisp tannins and racy acidity. Superb structure on the finish where one finds notes of bitter lemon, orange peel and sage. Delicious! Drink now-2030+ 96 pts." -Wine Advocate
WHITES
2003 VINA GRAVONIA Crianza Blanco $28 ($23.80)
100% Viura. Aged 4 years in American oak barrels.
Vina Gravonia is a south-facing vineyard located across the river from the winery, and is planted only to Viura vines averaging 45 years of age.
1996 VINA TONDONIA Reserva Blanco $45 ($38.25) 95 pts.
90% Viura 10% Malvasia. Aged 6 years in American oak. "offers dried honey, lemon curd, tangerine and honeysuckle on the nose. The palate is crisp and honeyed on the entry, counterbalanced by racy acidity, leading towards a waxy, textured finish with subtle almond and dried pineapple notes lingering long in the mouth. Superb. 95 pts."
-Wine Advocate
1991 VINA TONDONIA Gran Reserva Blanco $100 ($85 case price) 94 pts.
90% Viura, 10% Malvasia. Aged 10 years in American oak. "Explosively perfumed nose offers an array of citrus and orchard fruits, with exotic nuances of mace, chamomile and honey. Rich and deeply pitched but almost shockingly vibrant, offering spicy pear, nectarine and lemon pith flavors. Suavely blends richness and vivacity, finishing with excellent clarity and length. This should age at a snail's pace. 94 pts." - IWC
12 bottles mix or match for the case discount!
Place your Lopez de Heredia order today! CALL ERIC at 978-369-2545 or EMAIL eric@vintagesonline.com. | |
"MUST-HAVE" WINES:
'08 ELIO GRASSO Barolo
"Ginestra Casa Mate" 98+ pts. $85 ($72.25 case purchase)
 | | Marina Grasso |
Just a few days ago, were we delighted to host a visit with Marina Grasso, wife of Elio and mother of Gianluca -- clearly, the most important member of this renowned Barolo estate in Monforte d'Alba. Marina is wonderfully engaging, but the 2008 Barolos we tasted were, simply out of this world!
Today's offer is for one of the "thrilling" Barolos: 2008 ELIO GRASSO Barolo "Vigna Ginestra Casa Mate" 98+ pts. $85 ($72.25 case price)  "Licorice, tar, menthol, spices and crushed rocks are some of the nuances that flow from the 2008 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Casa Mate. This dramatic, large-scaled Barolo impresses for its towering depth, complexity and sheer pedigree. Tar, menthol, licorice and spices wrap around the fleshy, deep finish. The Ginestra Vigna Casa Mate is considerably more powerful than the silkier Gavarini, but both wines represent the height of finesse in Nebbiolo. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2038. 98+ pts." --A. Galloni, WA
"I could feel my heart racing as I tasted Gianluca Grasso's 2008s. Both 2008 Baroli are drop-dead gorgeous wines that capture the purest essence of hillside Monforte brilliance. ..These remain some of the most fairly priced, ageworthy wines on  the planet. These are both must- have wines." -- A. Galloni, Wine Advocate VERY LIMITED. To purchase, call Eric at 978-369-2545 or email eric@vintagesonline.com.
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Concord Store is rockin' a new look!
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Cool, new colors and
more s pace for SPIRITS!
More single malts, aperitifs, digestifs, small-production, craft spirits, and "aromatized wines." (You'll have to ask Carl about those.) Come on in and take a look! 
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Introducing "FRIDAY MIXERS" West Concord
| Starting Fri. Oct. 12, VINTAGES is offering "Drinks Demos" with resident mixologist, Carl Donheiser!
| FRI. OCT. 12, 5-7pm
Aperitifs featuring traditional French Salers Gentiane liqueur and Cocchi Americano from Asti, Italy. | FRI. OCT. 19, 5-7pm
Enter an effervescent atmosphere with cocktails featuring St. Germain and "Atmospheres" Loire sparkling wine.
FRI. OCT. 19, 5-7pm
Haunted Happening featuring Corpse Survivor #2 and Cupacabra!
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