Quantities limited. Wine arrives Tues, JAN. 15. Reserve now with credit card. Call 978-369-2545.

2006 LE SALETTE Amarone Classico $45

I was going to write a lengthy, compelling description of this top cellar from a noble and historic appellation in Northern Italy which produces one of the most sought-after wines in Italy. Then, I was able to negotiate a bargain basement price for said wine, so now you can spend the next few months writing your own descriptors as you cheerfully work through your deep, dark, velvety case of 2006 Le Salette Amarone Classico $45 per bottle- only $33.75 per bottle when purchasing a 12 bottle case (of this wine). In other words, buy a solid case of 2006 Le Salette Amarone Classico, which retails for $45 per bottle and receive a 25% discount (which brings your net bottle cost down to $33.75 per bottle). Or with a 12 bottle purchase of 2006 Le Salette Amarone Classico, receive a net bottle price of $33.75, saving 25%. Bottom line: the $33.75 net bottle price is only available when purchasing 12 or more bottles of this wine.

Quantities limited. CALL NOW and reserve your case of Amarone with credit card. WINE ARRIVES TUESDAY, JAN. 15.  978-369-2545. 

2008 GIACOMO CONTERNO Barolo "Cascina Francia" $150

There are few things as exceptional and reliable as Giacomo Conterno Barolo. People spend a lot of time researching, cross-referencing, looking at Wine Spectator, Wine Advocate or other worthy critical reviews. They don't realize how simple it really is. Roberto Conterno's cell

ar in Monforte d'Alba produces arguably some of the finest examples of wine in the world. He produces singular examples of Barolo, Cascina Francia and Monfortino Riserva, which express the full dynamic range of Nebbiolo's power, complexity, elegance and finesse. When you visit Roberto and taste from his ancient barrels, you see a  fiercely committed man whose single greatest challenge is living up to the stratospheric standards of quality and rigorous, uncompromising traditional values exemplified by his father and grandfather. Many believe, myself included, that Roberto's intense desire to live up to his family's legacy has driven him to heights never before seen. Perhaps the most admirable thing about Conterno's Barolo is tha  t it is not made to satisfy market demands, international tastes, or the "American palate," which prefers soft, sweet, velvety, wines with little tannins or grip. Giacomo Conterno wines are noble & reserved, with a clenching intensity that draws you in and commands your attention.   

For people who simply use "like" or "don't like" as their barometer for wine consumption, they are likely denying themselves some of the single greatest pleasures in the known wine world. 

It's here! Our NE Patriots embark on an historic playoff run!

In the spirit of anticipatory celebration, save 30 percent off 2003 Dom Perignon Brut Reg. $189 now $132.30!!  

This iconic champagne is widely considered the single greatest symbol of celebration. Many a ship was launched, New Years' toasted, wedding anniversaries celebrated, and football championships reveled in. Don't be caught with out a bottle of bubbly to heighten the memory of yet another New England Championship run. And if we don't win? If the unthinkable occurs, well, you'll be ready for your next celebratory event.  
"Rich, powerful, vinous Dom Perignon loaded with fruit, structure and personality. 94+ pts." -- Wine Advocate

To further leaven your winter, we are bringing back our popular "Celebrate the Difference" Grower Champagne special -- buy 3 different bottles of "grower" champagne at our max case discount price. (You can also include 2003 Dom as one of the three bottles.)  

May we suggest:

1. This Sunday's Houston victory toast: Aubry Brut 1er cru $38.25.  

2. Next week's conference championship against Denver: Pierre Peters Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru $51.  

3. Super Bowl Victory over Atlanta, Green Bay, SF, or Seattle: 2003 Dom Perignon $132.30.  

Total savings $72.25; Memories, priceless!

Champagne Special until Pats' play-off run ends. 

When was the last time you enjoyed a glass of Madeira?

AGED, VINTAGE MADEIRAS  

AVAILABLE IN THE WEST CONCORD STORE NOW! VINTAGES is offering outstanding Vintage Madeira from top producers.   

D'Oliveiras 1989 "Malmsey" (Malvazia) $100  

"Attractive scents of melted candle wax, quince, walnut oil and tangy marmalade. The palate is well-balanced with very crisp acidity that cuts through this Madeira with ease. There are delightful hazelnut and dried honey notes towards the finish. This is well-worth seeking out." --WA

D'Oliveira 1988 Terrantez $100 93 pts. --Wine Advocate (off-dry) "There is a highly attractive creaminess as layers of roasted nuts, cloves and leather open up in the glass. This generous, sweet Terrantez offers outstanding length, with lingering notes of sweetness and acidity that intermingled on the, intensely satisfying finish." --WA

Barbeito 1978 Sercial $150 94 pts. -- Wine Advocate (Driest) "There is a tautness and weightless quality to this Sercial, which boasts precise notes of bitter lemon, marmalade and quince mixed with chestnut and thyme on the focused finish. Elegant and refined, a succinct expression of Sercial." --WA     

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"Without Madeira, life is incomplete!" -- Wine Advocate