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NICKEL & NICKEL tasting Thurs. Nov. 14, 5-8pm Concord AND Fri. Nov. 15, 4-7pm in Belmont
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VINTAGES Adventures in wine
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NICKEL & NICKEL Cabernet Tastings
Thur. 11/14 in Concord; Fri. 11/15 in Belmont
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New Releases from Nickel & Nickel + special tasting offer
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 NICKEL & NICKEL, established in 1997 by the partners of FAR NIENTE in Oakville, CA, has made its reputation on its single-vineyard wines made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Made from some of the most coveted vineyards in Napa and Sonoma, the Nickel & Nickel single-vineyard Cabernets offer a true taste of the land and the vintage. "2010 was an epic vintage. I still feel that way today. The 2010s I tasted this year are just starting to open up, and as that happens, there is an explosiveness in the fruit that is simply dazzling." -- A. Galloni, Nov. 2013.
Join us in Concord on Thurs. Nov. 14, 5-8pm with representative  Laura Duffy of Carolina Wines for a taste of these newly-released 2010 NICKEL & NICKEL single-vineyard Cabernets: NICKEL & NICKEL single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons: 2010 Kelham Vineyard $100 2010 Tench Vineyard $100 2010 Branding Iron Vineyard $100 2010 Sullenger Vineyard $100 Tasting Special: 20% off six-pack of 2010 Nickel & Nickel. Applies to purchases and special orders placed on 11/14 and 11/15. Also, we will pour the 2012 Far Niente Chardonnay! |
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25% OFF 95pt. Chateauneuf du Pape!
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2006 Clos du Mont Olivet Chateauneuf du Pape "Cuvee Papet" Reg. $65; now $48!
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 It's always a treat to be able to enjoy wine that has had an opportunity to evolve. The 2006 Chateauneuf du Pape "Cuvee Papet" reveals its impressive depth, finesse, stony minerality and over-all complexity. Mont Olivet's wines are also famously age worthy, which is why the 2006 Papet is so compelling.
"Deep ruby. Alluring, highly perfumed bouquet of vivid black raspberry, blueberry and minerals, with a sexy floral overtone. Impressively precise, with sweet red and black fruit flavors braced by tangy minerality and complemented by rose, lavender and succulent herbs. The finish of this impressively balanced wine is brisk and focused, with sneaky sweetness and persistence. 95 pts."--International Wine Cellar This is beautiful seasonal drinking -- now at 25% off! (No further discounts apply.) |
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Chateauneuf du Pape & Cotes du Rhone
Wine Tasting Sat. Nov. 16, 2-5pm
Concord & Belmont
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featuring Clos du Mont Olivet Chateauneuf du Pape
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"This is an estate at the top of their game." -- Robert Parke r
Taste the classic Rhone flavors of this historic winery in Chateauneuf du Pape. Whether it's their elegant, powerful Chateauneufs or their personality-loaded Cote du Rhone blends of Grenache and Syrah, CLOS du MONT OLIVET wines make great companions for the suddenly chilly season. Join us!
CLOS du MONT OLIVET
2006 Chateauneuf du Pape "Cuvee Papet" $65; now $48.75!Depth, finesse and complexity --gorgeous, stately red.
"2011 is a beauty. Loaded with dark cherry, leather, mineral, licorice and roasted herbs, this seamless and nicely concentrated 2011 has a great texture, solid mid-palate depth and sweet tannin." --WA
2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Blanc $40
Offers lots of apple butter, pear and citrus notes, with a crisp, attractive finish. 2011 Cotes du Rhone "Serre de Catin" $22Lovely 100% Grenache aged in tank. Perfumed and fresh ripe cherries, scrub, licorice and spice. Nice fruit, ripe tannins. 2011 Cotes du Rhone "Varene" $22
 Single-vineyard, Syrah blend with a compelling nose of smoky blackberry, olive, bacon fat and pepper. Juicy acidity and plenty of fruit. 2011 Cotes du Rhone "Montueil de Levade" $15.99
Grenache blend with notes of pepper, dried rosemary and both red and black fruits, supple and nicely textured profile on the palate.
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CHAMPAGNE! Guy Larmandier and Roger Coulon have just arrived.
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Luxury for less than you think!
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GUY LARMANDIER Vertus Brut $50Inviting aromatics open up to  flowers, white fruits and minerals. Outstanding clarity and finesse, with a long, crisp finish that invites a second taste. Irresistible!GUY LARMANDIER Vertus Rose $65; 1.5L $150 Enticing aromas of roses, pomegranate and sweet spices, with tons of depth and personality, and a long finish. The magnums are truly fabulous! 2005 ROGER COULON Brut Millesime Blanc de Noir $75Wow! A vintage champagne made from old-vine 50% Pinot Meunier and 50% Pinot Noir.
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SAMAROLI: Rare Whiskey & Rhum
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Aged single-malt & rum agricole, tiny production
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 A trio of eye-popping spirits from SAMAROLI!
Samaroli 1992 Glen Scotia Scotch Whisky $295 (360 bottles produced)
Samaroli 1998 Rhum Agricole Guadaloupe $195 (330 btls produced)
Samaroli Rum Fiji $165 (700 btls produced).
Available NOW in the Concord store. Quantities limited.
CALL 978-369-2545
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Introducing the CORAVIN system:
A revolution in wine drinking
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 CORAVIN allows you to pour a glass of wine without removing the cork. Drink a single glass of your favorite bottle again and again, weeks, months or even later. The Coravin System reseals the cork, allowing wine to evolve naturally--so you can drink as much as you want, whenever you want. Your wine, when you're ready.VINTAGES is an authorized distributor for CORAVIN -- available now in both stores.
CORAVIN 1000 System $299 (includes two capsules) + tax Coravin Capsule refills: 2-pack $19.95 + tax (Each capsule dispenses 15 5-oz pours.)
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Affordable Luxury Wines from Piedmont!
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BARBERA, DOLCETTO, FREISA, PELAVERGA!
Fall for the Langhe! For many years, we have followed the strada less traveled -- the scenic, twisting road that winds through the hilltowns of the Langhe, the wine growing area in Piedmont, Italy. While Barolo and Barbaresco garner most of the attention, the more affordable "everyday" wines --Barbera, Dolcetto, Freisa -- offer a lot of bang for the buck. By "bang" we mean quality, personality, & character. What makes Langhe wines different? One factor is the distinctive soil/vineyard -- Barbera and Dolcetto are often grown alongside the Nebbiolo vines destined for Barolo & Barbaresco. Noble soil = refined, elegant intensity. Another factor is people -- these are hand-crafted wines, made at small, family-owned estates, by the same people making the top wines. And, they're affordable! Explore these "affordable luxuries" from the Langhe -- hand-crafted, artisan-made, quality wines that deserve a place on your table this autumn.
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