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MASCARELLO Barolo "Monprivato" 2010
SPECIAL SALE PRICES thru WED. DEC. 24, up to 20% OFF!
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GIUSEPPE MASCARELLO 2010 Barolo "Monprivato" $155
So many ways to save on this legendary Barolo...
1-5 bottles: Now 10% off! ($139.50 ea)
6-11 bottles: 15% off ($131.75 ea)
12+ bottles: 20% off! ($124 ea
)

SPECIAL SALE PRICES END on Wed. Dec. 24 at 5pm.
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This week we received our shipment of 2010 Barolo Monprivato and were so eager to taste this iconic wine, that we took a bottle to Peach Farm in Chinatown to have with Peking Duck. Wow! What an ethereal, fine, delicate, and seamless Barolo! Super smooth and absolutely comparable to great Pinot Noir from Burgundy. Not the power and depth of great Grand Crus from Gevry Chambertin or Morey St Denis, more like the finesse of Volnay or Chambolle. A quintessential example of what the 2010 vintage is all about, weightlessness, an almost imperceptible fine grained tannic structure and a polished smoothness that I'm not sure I've ever quite experienced. Sublime. 

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BARTOLO MASCARELLO Barolo six pack
Compelling Vertical Six-Pack: 2008-2009-2010 Barolos!
BARTOLO MASCARELLO BAROLO Vertical SIX PACK
VINTAGES is pleased to offer this incredible vertical six pack of three Bartolo Mascarello Barolos, at a special price. A stunning gift for the Barolo-phile in your life!

Bartolo Mascarello Barolo Vertical Six Pack-- 2 bottles of each:
2010 Barolo 99pts.  Reg. $175 net; $150 ea
2009 Barolo 94pts.  Reg. $128; $108.80 ea
2008 Barolo 98pts.  Reg. $128; $108.80 ea
TOTAL $735.20 for six-pack; SAVE $127!

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Also available:
2013 Bartolo Mascarello Dolcetto $30
2010 Bartolo Mascarello Barbera d'Alba $50
Two more Stunning Barolos from VIETTI!
100 pts. & 97 pts. wines just in time for a special gift!

2010 VIETTI Barolo Ravera 100 pts. $255 

"The 2010 Barolo Ravera is one of the greatest wines I have ever tasted from Vietti. Stunning. It's as simple as that. Freshly cut flowers, mint, spices, crushed rocks and pine jump from the glass in a vivid, crystalline wine endowed with captivating purity, clarity and finesse. The 2010 takes hold of the palate and never lets up, gaining body, breadth and volume over time. Readers who can find the 2010 Ravera should not hesitate. It is a legendary, benchmark Barolo in the making. 100 pts." -- A. Galloni, Vinous 

 

2007 VIETTI Barolo "Villero" Riserva 97 pts. $340; ($289 ea when purchased in wood 3-pack) 

Luca Currado makes Barolo Villero Riserva in vintages he considers to be superior for this great grand cru. "Vietti's 2007 Barolo Riserva Villero is a flat out stunner. Dark red fruit, leather, tobacco, smoke and menthol come alive in a rich, sensual Barolo that captures the essence of this site. Rose petals, mint and sweet red berries flesh out on an inviting wine loaded with class and personality. 97 pts." --Vinous

 

  IN-STOCK NOW!  

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2010 SANDRONE BAROLO-- 100 pts.
Exclusive Sampler Case at a special price

SPECIAL OFFER:   SANDRONE "Perfect Mixed Case" including 100 pt. Barolo -- $671.50 net sandrone cellar

What's so great about Luciano Sandrone's "Perfect Mixed Case?" Let's start with the perfect mix of wines. A luscious Barbera d'Alba to enjoy in its velvety, cherry-fruited youth. Nebbiolo Valmaggiore, a benchmark nebbiolo -- softer, silkier, more approachable nebbiolo from one of Roero's most storied vineyards: Luciano's pride and joy. And last but not least, the  Perfect 2010 Barolo... meaning 100 out of 100 points! This one is to save for a very special occasion.

 

Save on this incredible mixed case of 12 bottles:

2 bottles 2010 SANDRONE Barolo "Le Vigne" 100 pts.; $187 net; $140.25 ea in mixed case  ($280.50)

One of the wines of the vintage, stunning depth and richness, impeccable, an epic achievement 

4 bottles 2012 SANDRONE Nebbiolo d'Alba Valmaggiore 92 pts. $46.75 ea ($187)

6 bottles of 2012 SANDRONE Barbera d'Alba 90 pts. $34 ($204)

TOTAL Reg. $790; Special $671.50 (Save $118)  

 

Only 3 mixed cases remain! 

SPECIAL OFFER ENDS DEC. 24. Call 978-369-2545 or email.

 

PALEO ROSSO: Legendary Bolgheri Red in-stock!
2010 LA MACCHIOLE Paleo Rosso 97 pts. $115 ($97.75 case price)
Over the past decade, Paleo Rosso, made from 100% Cabernet Franc, has established itself as one of the truly great artisan wines of Italy & Tuscany. "Fine, silky tannins provide the backdrop for the 2010 Paleo Rosso, a wine that captivates for its exquisite, graceful personality. Sweet, perfumed aromatics jump from the glass, followed by dark notes of red and black stone fruit, melted road tar, spices and espresso, all woven together in a fabric of pure class. The 2010 boasts stunning depth and volume, but is never heavy. 97 pts." --Vinous
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EGLY-OURIET: Perfection in Grand Cru Brut
Save 10% on bottles; 20% off select cases

EGLY-OURIET has long been our favorite Champagne producer as well as a reference-point "grower" Champagne that can count top sommeliers and wine producers among its biggest fans and advocates.       

Egly-Ouriet Blanc de Noir Grand Cru 94 pts. Reg. $195; Special $175.55 

Special Case price: 20% off ($156 ea for solid case purchase)

"The NV Brut Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru is fabulous. Dense, powerful and intense, the Blanc de Noirs possesses marvelous intensity from the generosity of Ambonnay and the 60 mos. the wine spent on its lees. Intense plum, smoke, spice and anise notes meld into the rich, resonant finish. 94 pts." --Vinous

 

2004 EGLY-OURIET Brut Millesime Reg. $150; Special $135.  

Why would you select the Brut 2004? The 2004 Millessime Grand Cru is a wine of incomparable depth and complexity. An extended 108 months -- that's nine years-- of aging on the fine lees has created a wine that only time can create. Uncompromising work in the vineyard and cellar stacks the decks substantially in Francis Egly's corner.   

 

EGLY-OURIET Brut Rose Grand Cru Reg. $120; Special $108;

60% pinot noir and 40% chardonnay, 52 months on its lees. "Light, vivid orange. Aromas of cranberry, raspberry, rhubarb and jasmine, with a toasty overtone. Dry, focused and pure, offering intense red fruit and orange zest flavors underscored by chalky minerality. Blends power and vivacity deftly." - Vinous 

 

EGLY OURIET Grand Cru Brut Tradition $85; Special $76.50 

The superior quality of this Champagne, for me, has always put it on a pedestal for NV Bruts. "Tradition" is made from pristine Grand Cru fruit (70% pinot noir and 30% chardonnay) showing off the singular terroirs of Ambonnay and Bouzy; the epitome of the Egly house style.  

 

EGLY OURIET Vignes de Vrigny $70; Special $63

"Almonds, marzipan, wild flowers, honey and Chamomile flesh out in the Vignes de Vrigny. Rich and resonant, the Vignes de Vrigny is impeccable in its balance and sense of proportion. The Vignes de Vrigny is one of the very few 100% Meuniers you will come across." - Vinous 

 

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Save 10% on Grower Champagnes!
Save 10% on bottles; 15% on six or more bottles
GROWER CHAMPAGNES, featuring GUY LARMANDIER & ROGER COULON

GUY LARMANDIER Premier Cru Vertus Brut $50; Tasting $45
"Inviting, sweet aromatics lead to a focused expression of flowers, white fruits and minerals. Outstanding clarity and finesse, with a long, crisp finish that invites a second taste. Simply put, this is irresistible juice." -- WA

  

GUY LARMANDIER Grand Cru Cramant Blanc des Blancs $60; Special $54. "Sweet, long and powerful, the wine shows outstanding persistence on the palate and the pure breed of a first-class wine. 100% Grand Cru Chardonnay from Cramant." -- WA

 

GUY LARMANDIER Premier Cru Vertus Brut Rose' $65; Special $58.50.  "Aromas of mint, roses, pomegranate and sweet spices. This powerful, mineral-driven wine possesses tons of depth and personality in a vinous style that will blossom to the fullest at the dinner table." --WA

 

Featured Sparkler: PHILIPPE FOREAU 2007 Vouvray Brut Reserve $45 (Loire Valley) 100% Chenin Blanc. Under very favorable conditions, Foreau makes a separate cuv�e of sparkling Vouvray named for the vintage. In this case, the wine ages on the lies for more than 5 years! This vintage reserve Vouvray Brut is dry, rich and wonderfully complex. Outstanding!  

 

SPECIAL: 10% off bottles of grower Champagne!  

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2010 BAROLO: The Greatest in Decades
Perfect vintage to share, cellar and give
It's no secret that we are big fans of nebbiolo and its singular expressions: Barolo and Barbaresco. It's exciting to have this "greatest" vintage to share our passion for these wines. And while we are thrilled to offer the pinnacle producers -- Rinaldi, Conterno, Mascarello, etc. -- we are equally proud of seeking out and presenting "under the radar" estates making exceptional wines that are also great values. We are happy to continue to present these up and coming superstars of Barolo exclusively to our VINTAGES customers.

 

 VINTAGES offers a great range of 2010 Barolo, starting at $35!  Enjoy near-term, or cellar for a special occasion; 2010 Barolo is the perfect gift for the wine lovers in your life!

Click here for an updated list of 2010 Barolos in-stock and pre-arrival. 

2010 BROVIA Barolo: Power & Nobility
2010 BROVIA Barolo Ca'Mia 97 pts & Rocche 96 pts.

2010 BROVIA SPECIAL: 20% OFF Mixed Case 

6 bottles 2010 Barolo Rocche 96+ pts. $90 

6 bottles 2010 Barolo Ca'Mia 97 pts. $90 

CASE SPECIAL = $72 per bottle

This mixed case is a great opportunity to experience what is so special about Barolo, Nebbiolo, and the villages and vineyards that produce this noble varietal and this singular wine. Serralunga D'Alba, the area where Brovia's Ca'Mia grows, is known for wines of great depth and power; tar and earth  express themselves in many of the great wines of this historic village. Castiglione Falletto has several grand cru vineyards but perhaps its greatest is Rocche. Wines from this hallowed site have a more understated and regal character, highlighted by beautiful fragrance, silky textures, powdery minerals and a fine, long gripping finish. Rocche and Ca' Mia, two distinctly different personalities of Barolo, but equally great quality.

 

2010 BROVIA Barolo Ca'Mia 97 pts. $90 (Special case price $72) 

"Smoke, tar, earthiness and licorice add gorgeous dimensions of complexity in the 2010 Barolo Brea Vigna Ca' Mia. Dried rose petals, spices, licorice and game add complexity on a huge finish supported by big, incisive tannins. This is another utterly vivid, dazzling Barolo from Brovia. 97 pts." A. Galloni, Vinous

 

2010 BROVIA Barolo Rocche 96+ $90 (Special case price $72) 

"The 2010 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Freshly cut flowers, red berries, spices and mint lift from the glass in a sweet, perfumed Barolo graced with exquisite class and elegance. The tannins are remarkably sweet and polished for a young Barolo. Intensely fragrant notes round out the finish. 96+ pts." --A. Galloni, Vinous

 

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2013 FRANCOIS COTAT Sancerre Rose $35
The 2013 FRANCOIS COTAT Sancerre Rose $35 has arrived! This exceptional Sancerre Rose is made from 100% first press Pinot Noir coming from 65 year old vines, and displays many of the hallmark Sancerre traits that come from the chalky, limestone soils of Chavignol. Always one of our favorite Roses, partly for its fun and easy drinking qualities, but also because of the distinctive character, depth and aromatic complexity that make Francois Cotat Sancerres so special. 
E. PIRA (Chiara Boschis) 2010 Barolo
Save 15% on a six bottle sampler from CHIARA BOSCHIS
 

E. PIRA 2010 cru BAROLO (CHIARA BOSCHIS) $105 each; SPECIAL $89.25 each in mixed six pack 

"E. Pira has undergone one of the most amazing transformations I have ever seen in Piedmont." -- A. Galloni, Vinous 

 

2010 E. PIRA Barolo Cannubi 96 pts. $105; Special 2 btls at $89.25 ea in 6-pak "Subtle mint tones backed by flowers, licorice stick and a touch of cinnamon. It shows distinct mineral nuances from the silky, sandy soils that characterize the highest part of the single vineyard. The finish is silky and clean with a touch of dried mint that is a trademark characteristic of this cru. 96 pts." --WA

  

2010 Barolo Mosconi 95 pts. $105; Special 2 btls at $89.25 ea in 6-pak 

'The 2010 Barolo Mosconi, the estate's first wine from this south-facing site in Monforte, is showing beautifully. In this cold, late-ripening vintage, the south exposition and richness typical of this site give the Mosconi a level of mid-palate pliancy and richness the other 2010 Barolos don't have. 95 pts." -- Vinous

 

2010 E. PIRA Barolo Via Nuova 96 pts. $105;

Special 2 btls at $89.25 ea in 6-pak
"The 2010 Barolo Via Nuova opens with exquisite inner perfume and sweetness. Crushed rose petals, mint, pine, licorice and sweet red berries all lift out of the glass in a fragrant, aromatically expressive Barolo of the highest level. The 2010 has it all; perfume, fruit, intense, crystalline salinity and bracing, chalky, young Nebbiolo tannins that will help the wine age gracefully for years. It is one of the wines of the vintage. 96 pts." -- Vinous

 

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Holiday Headquarters: Gift Ideas for the Very, Very Good
Gift Ideas, Part I: Magnums & Custom Wine Gifts

TOP GIFT IDEAS from VINTAGES  

1. Can't decide? VINTAGES Gift Cards are a perfect choice!

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2. Make a BIG impression with MAGICAL MAGS! Magnum bottles now 15% off!  

2010 CANTINA del PINO Barbaresco "Albesani" 95 pts. 1.5L Reg. $135; now $114.75 NET

2010 CANTINA del PINO Barbaresco "Ovello" 96 pts. 1.5L Reg. $135; now $114.75 NET

OCCHIPINTI 2011 "SP68" $55; Now $46.75 
MONTEVERTINE 2012 Pian del Ciamp
olo $75; Now $63.75
2009 PRODUTTORI del BARBARESCO Montestefano Riserva $145; Now $123.25

SAN FEREOLO "1593" Dogliani Reg. $80; Now $68   

ALESSANDRIA 2008 "Rossoluna" $75; Now $63.75 

JEROME CHEZEAUX Vosne Romanee Les Chaumes $195;  

JEAN-MARIE FOURRIER 2011 Vougeot $275; Now $233.75

Jean Marc Morey 2010 Chassagne Le Caillerets $185; Now $157.25 

RINALDI Barolo 2008 Brunate $295; Now $250.75

Rinaldi Barolo 2007 Cannubi $295; Now $250.75

 

Find these and other large formats on our blog.  

 

3. Wine Carrier Gift Boxes - 2 or 3 bottles

Select your favorites, or choose from our ready-to-go selections, with descriptive notes enclosed.  Tawny, Gold, or Black finished with a festive bow!

1 bottle box = $2.95 

2 bottle box = $4.50

3 bottle box = $5.50  

 

4. Wine Crate Gift Boxes - 6 or 12 bottles

Custom selected wines packed in wood wine crates, wrapped with cellophane and finished with a bow.    

6 btls: $10 wrap fee 

12 btls: $15 wrap fee 

 

WISHING you and yours a wonderful, wine-filled holiday season-- and magnum-sized THANKS for your support! Thank you for supporting our efforts to find the most compelling expressions of traditional, artisanal wines from the great regions of the world! Cheers!   

Eric, Carolyn, Lucy & Richard at VINTAGES
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