Happy New Year! We hope you all enjoyed a wonderful holiday season. It's January and what a start to the year! Record cold temperatures, record snow falls, endless shovelling. If your new
year's resolutions included getting more exercise, well, shovelling is an exercise!
Grant and I took advantage of a quieter week at the store and visited Riviera Maya in Mexico where we caught up on some sun, sand, beach, rest, reading and of course a few Margaritas and Mojitos!
On one of our daily beach walks, likely under the influence of too much sunshine and margaritas, we came across a site for our next location of Aligra Wine & Spirits. It needs a little work, but hey, so did this store!
Whaddaya think?
Our 3rd Annual Robbie Burns Night at the store was lots of fun! Bonnie, the Bagpiper entertained, our group of whisky tasters demolished the haggis, and the 8 whiskies and sang the best rendition of Auld Lang Syne I've ever heard!
It's only a few weeks until Valentine's Day.... so why not impress your sweetie with THE LARGEST BOTTLE OF FRENCH CHAMPAGNE IN EDMONTON!
The Piper Heidsieck on the left is 15 litres! Smaller sizes available - 12 litres, 3 litres, 1.75 litre and 750 mls!
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What's New in
RUMS, VODKAS, GINS, WHISKIES, ETC.....
Introducing a truly Iconic Canadian Whisky
Forty Creek Confederation Oak Reserve .
"Taking a meritage of my barrel aged rye, barley and corn whiskies, I finished them in Canadian Oak barrels made from oak trees that first started growing 150 years ago during confederation. The result produced a remarkable & unique whisky." Read more
Saffron Gin
 Made to a 19th century Indian colonial recipe that contains nine fresh botanicals (juniper, coriander, lemon, orange peel, angelica seeds, iris, fennel) Saffron gives it a spicy character and its amazing natural colour. Distilled in copper pot stills.
St Germain Elderflower Liqueur
Made from 100% hand picked elderflowers, this low sugar, all natural liqueur is wonderful in many exotic cocktails.
Santa Teresa Bicentenario 25 Year Old Rum
- rare - only 1000 bottles made. Exceptional and unique. Mahogany in colour, fiery aroma, sweet and fruity on the palate, strong and harmonious taste.
El Dorado 25 Year Old Rum - Guyana
Dark brown rum distilled from fermented molasses. Aged 25 years in used whisky and bourbon barrels.The oldest commercially available rum from Demerara Distillers, blended from aged pot still and continuous still rums. The slightly viscous body is full of dry nuts followed by a dry smoky finish.
Appleton's 30 Year Old Jamaica - limited edition 30 year old rum from the world famous Appleton Estate in Jamaica, is a very rare blend made up of several marks of rum that were hand selected by the Master Blender more than 30 years ago. Read more
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Rx from "Dr. J. " 2006 Burnt Spur Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is New Zealand's most planted red variety. On the international scene, New Zealand's Pinot Noirs have been steadily gaining attention for their quality. The Burnt Spur Pinot Noir is a great example of how good New Zealand Pinot Noir can be. It is a fruit driven wine with black cherries and cranberries dominating. There are also some savoury and earthy notes which come through with some aeration. The wine is medium to full bodied and very smooth and easy to drink. An excellent wine.
Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
Robert Parker Score: 94 pts.
Serve With: Pinot Noir is one of the most versatile wines and will go with a variety of foods including poultry, beef, salmon, pork, and lamb.
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Feature Article ......TEQUILA!
Just mention the word "tequila" and most people relate horror stories from their youth that usually end in "never again". But tequila doesn't deserve this bad rap. Read more
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| GADGETS & GIZMOS
Thanks to all of you who support our Accessories at the store. We are always expanding our selection and open to your suggestions as to what to bring in. Popular at Christmas time were The Winesceptre, titanium crystal glasses, and the Vinturi Wine Aerators. We have some in stock. Wine puzzles, candelabra attachments for your favourite wine bottle, label lifters, wine journals and lots more!
Remember - we can customize a gift basket for that special friend or client to suit any occasion! Call and ask for Alison.
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Aligra Wine & Spirits is a proud sponsor of the Support Network Event at The Winspear February 3, 2011
Back again in November 2011
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| Did you know........Consumers spend an average of over $75 on Valentine's Day gifts, the most popular being chocolates, food, wine, and flowers. The greeting card association estimates that 85% of all Valentine cards are purchased by women. |
Visiting Edmonton in 2011?
SPECIAL OFFER FOR OUT -OF -TOWNERS!
Reserve a room at The Comfort Inn ( a Choice Hotel) at 17610 100th Ave. in West Edmonton (only blocks from The Mall)
Call 780 484-4415
SIMPLY QUOTE CODE: ALIGRA when booking & pay only $99.00 per night + taxes (subject to availability). Present your Comfort Inn room key at Aligra Wine & Spirits in West Edmonton Mall for your in-store discount!
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| Volume 4 Issue 1
January/February 2011
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In the past we have used this column for our wine picks of the month under $30.00. This year, we want to showcase some of our fabulous products that are on sale, or simply so fabulous we have to share them with you!
Click here to see a complete list of this month's favourites! COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH St. Germaine Signature Cocktail 2 parts Dry Champagne or Sparkling Wine 1 1/2 parts St. Germaine Elderflower Liqueur 2 parts Club Soda Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, add champagne, then St Germaine, then the club soda. Stir and squeeze a lemon a lemon twist into it releasing the oils.
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Upcoming Events
Feb 3 MNP and Support Network
at Winspear. For tickets contact -
edmonton.rsvp@mnp.ca
Feb 8 SOLD OUT Wine Appreciation Course The Fundamentals at Aligra Wine & Spirits Feb 15 POSTPONED Wine Appreciation Aromatic Whites and Unusual Reds Class at Aligra Wine & Spirits
NEW! September 2011
Whiskey Tour to Scotland! If you want more information on this exciting trip, email alison@aligrawineandspirits.com For other Wine and Food events visit www.localwineevents.com
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Want to catch up on past month's newsletters? Go to the website and click on ARCHIVES
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We welcome your comments! Let us know your thoughts and ideas.
STORE HOURS
Mon - Thur 12:00 - 9:00 pm Fri - Sat
12:00- 10:00 pm Sun & Holidays
12:00 - 6:00 pm Conveniently located at Entrance 58 between HMV & The Brick . We have 3 reserved parking spaces for our customers too!
Live out of town and can't get to the store?
call or email us and we will deliver to you!
Some conditions apply.
" OK. Here's what I say about a well made wine of modest proportions. It is not a wine that commands your attention, but rather rewards it."
-Dave Guimond
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