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Featuring new 2010 Brunello arrivals, Bordeaux 06 & 08, new from G.D. Vajra, Jo Landron Muscadet
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Don't be fooled by the snow...Spring holidays are right around the corner! Whether you're serving lamb, ham or brisket, VINTAGES has the perfect wine for your celebration! More in our next email.
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"The 2010 vintage represents a new point for Brunello di Montalcino...This will be the new standard in quality to judge all Brunello." --Vincenzo Abbruzzese, owner of Valdicava
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MORE 2010 BRUNELLOS have just landed at VINTAGES! Quantity discounts apply.
NEW! 2010 CASANOVA di NERI Brunello Tenuta Nuova 99 pts. $110
 ; "This is very muscular for the vintage. It shows lots of stones, dark fruits and hints of tar. Full body, firm tannins and a chewy texture. Ripe and rich. Yet shows tension and intensity. This is both racy and structured. Tannic now but will show its greatness in 2018. 99 pts." - James Suckling
NEW! 2010 ALTESINO Brunello "Montosoli" 95pt. $135
"The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli possesses gorgeous textural d epth and resonance in the classic, mid-weight style of the y ear. Sweet red cherry, plum, tobacco, spice and savory herb overtones flesh out. Finessed, silky tannins round out a finish laced with rose petal, cherry pit and pipe tobacco . 95 pts." -- A. Galloni  2010 ARGIANO Brunello 98 pts. $60 "An unforgiving and powerfully structured wine with fabulous grilled meat and granite stone character with dried berry and flower petal. Full body, chewy and intense. Great structure and extremely long and intense. Sexy austerity. Best ever from here." -- JS 
2010 ALTESINO Brunello 95 pts. $68
"Wonderful decadent aromas of musk, orange peel and plum follow through to a full body, with soft tannins and a long and rich finish. Layers of gorgeous fruit." - JS
2010 CANALICCHIO di SOPRA Brunello 95+ pts. $90
Dark red cherries, plums, spices, mint, licorice and hard candy jump from the glass. Ripe, juicy and deeply expressive, the 2010 boasts stunning mid-palate density and power. 95+ pts. - Vinous
2010 AGOSTINA PIERI Brunello 93+ pts. $50
A deep, pungent wine, the 2010 Brunello wraps around the p alate with smoke, black cherry, underbrush and iron nuances. Virile and imposing, it should start to soften in a few years' time. This is a fabulous Brunello from Agostina Pieri. 93+ pts.-- Vinous
2010 VALDICAVA Brunello 99 pts. $135
 "Absolutely stunning aromas of nectarine, orange peel, sweet black cherry, plums and flowers. Such beautiful length to this wine. It's powerful and structured yet shows a gorgeous finesse and length. Truly wondrous. So long and refined. The texture is phenomenal. 99 pts." --JS
"2010 has turned out to be a superb vintage for Brunello. The 2010s are mid-weight, translucent wines with tons of Sangiovese character, expressive aromatics and silky tannins. As such, they will hold considerable appeal for readers who enjoy Nebbiolo and Pinot Noir.
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BORDEAUX beckons!
Rediscover these better-than-ever classics! 2006 and 2008 are drinking beautifully now, and offer excellent value.
2008 CHATEAU LA DOMINIQUE St. Emilion Grand Cru Classe $50
"An unqualified sleeper of the vintage, the dark ruby/purple-tinged 2008 La Dominique reveals black olive, licorice, tobacco leaf, raspberry and kirsch liqueur characteristics. Deep and medium to full-bodied with supple tannins, an endearing texture and a lush, long, seamlessly constructed finish, this wine can be enjoyed now and over the next 10-12 years. 90 pts." - WA
2008 MALARTIC LAGRAVIERE Graves $50
"One of the most successful wines of the vintage, this blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot achieved 13.5% natural alcohol. It exhibits a deep ruby/purple color along with sweet notes of creosote, graphite, lead pencil shavings, black currants, plums and licorice. Medium to full-bodied and silky with good underlying acidity, it is a juicy, savory, quintessentially elegant wine, drink thru 2025+. 91 pts." - WA
2006 DOM. de CHEVALIER Pessac-Leognan $100
"The 2006, a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, is a revelation of sweet, lush, black raspberry and black currant fruit intermixed with subtle notes of scorched earth and barbecue spices. Round, luscious, sexy, and exceptionally complex, the wine is dominated by that smoky minerality that comes from this area. It is the quintessentially elegant yet substantial Pessac-Leognan with class, complexity, and potential. Despite wanting to drink most of the bottle when I was tasting it, I know it will be even better with 2-4 years of bottle age, and should keep for two decades. 92 pts." -- WA
2006 CALON-SEGUR St. Estephe $125
"A deep dark ruby/purple hue is accompanied by a sweet nose of black cherries, damp earth, and a hint of herbs. Medium-bodied with surprisingly soft tannin, no austerity, decent acidity, and a fruit-forward, fleshy personality, it should be accessible at an earlier age. 93 pts." -WA
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JUST IN: SAN LEONARDO
Last month's vertical tasting of nine vintages of
SAN LEONARDO reaffirmed the pure class, elegance, quality and consistency of this iconic Trentino red.
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2007 SAN LEONARDO Vigneto Dolomiti 94 pts. Tre Bicchieri $65 Special $52 ea for 6 btl case
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Iconic Bordeaux-style red from Trentino. Power, pedigree, unwavering quality and character are evident in this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Carmenere, Merlot. So impressive; so drinkable!
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2013 Vette di San Leonardo Sauvignon Blanc $25; Special $20 ea for 6 btl case
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You MUST try the MUSCADET!
One day in the not-too-distant future, we will longer have to say over and over: "Muscadet is a compelling DRY white wine." With an astonishing price-to-quality ratio, Muscadet should be a familiar go-to white for anyone who drinks sauvignon blanc or pinot grigio. Even easier to say than either of those, Muscadet remains a mystery to most. Why? The usual suspects: the grape is unfamiliar, the name is long and French, and it's often confused with sweet wines Muscat and Muscatel. We'll say it again: it's well w orth the small effort and price to get to know Muscadet! Plus, it's organically grown!
A new vintage from mustache over-achiever Mr. Jo Landron has arrived: just in time for early spring foods such as aparagus, or all seasons with our local oysters.
2013 JO LANDRON Muscadet S&M Amphibolite Nature $15.99 - Biodynamic (Loire Valley, France)
100% Melon de Bourgogne. Juicy tangerine and lime flavors are fresh, lively and clear, with a dusting of talc on the back end. Strikingly pure and very long on the finish, with lingering citrus pith and zest flavors. What are you waiting for?
2013 LA LOUVETRIE Muscadet Les Houx $14.99 Organic. (Loire Valley, France)
A classic expression of sur lie Muscadet. Citrus peel, pear and stone fruit, briny notes, a rich texture and racy acidity bring this organic bistro white to your table. Pair with lobster, oysters, chicken, pork and Asian dishes.
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 The "sailboat" wine is back!
2013 COLLE DEI BARDELLINI Pigato $19.99 SPECIAL 20% off case = $15.99 ea!
Everyone's favorite Pigato is back in stock! One sip of this sunny white transports you to the Italian Riviera, with a plate of tiny, sweet sea critters fried to perfection. A little pesto with fresh trofie pasta on the side. Throw down some sand, set up your beach lounges and open this chilled, crisp Pigato right now!
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JUST ARRIVED: New from G.D. VAJRA!
2010 VAJRA Barolo Bricco delle Viole 96+ pts. $80;
Special $68 ea for 6-pak (15% off)
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"Dark cherries, plums, tobacco and spices burst from the glass in an intense, structured Barolo that hits all the high notes. Next to the Ravera, the Bricco delle Viole is more floral, lifte d and finessed, especially with time in the glass. Rose petals, savory herbs and sweet spices add the last nuance of complexity. The 2010 is fabulous; it's as simple as that. 96+ pts.-- Antonio Galloni
2012 G.D. VAJRA Barbera d'Alba Sup. $38
Old-vin e Barbera planted in two Barolo vineyards: Bricco delle Viole and Bricco Bertone. Gorgeous array of aromas with red fruits, hay, flowers and licorice underlined by mineral notes. This Barbera Superiore impresses with a smooth, inviting richness all the way from fragrance to finish !
2012 G.D. VAJRA Langhe Rosso $14.99
Enjoy a panoramic taste of Piedmont in this blend of Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Barbera with dollops of Albarossa, Freisa and Pinot N oir. Pretty violet color. Aromas of red fruits, plums, flowers and spice intrigue your senses from the very first moment. On the palate, hints of almond, black pepper and Asian spices come together for a nice refreshing finish!
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From Serralunga with love: BAUDANA Barolo
Just 4 hectares of impeccable fruit from two prestigious Serralunga vineyards, now vinified by G.D. Vajra. We are very fortunate to engage these Barolos of genuine terroir and power from such an expressive vintage. Highly recommended.
Dazzling, Explosive Power:
2010 LUIGI BAUDANA Barolo "Baudana" 95+ pts. $75; Special offer $63.75! ENDS MAR 28.
"The 2010 Barolo Baudana bursts from the glass with tons ofenergy and intensity. Black cherries, smoke, wild herbs, licorice and tar form a compelling backdrop of aromas, flavors and textures as this dazzling, explosive Barolo opens up in the glass. The huge, searing tannins are going to require time to settle, so readers need to be patient. This is a classic Serralunga Barolo built on power and structure. Hints of rose petal lavender and crushed rocks add nuance on the finish. 95+ pts." --A. Galloni, Vinous
Serralunga's Softer side:
2010 LUIGI BAUDANA Barolo "Cerretta" 95 pts. $75;
Special offer $63.75! ENDS MAR 28.
"A darker and more voluptuous expression of Serralunga em erges from the 2010 Barolo Cerretta, which presents softer contours than the Baudana and the straight Barolo. Layers of expressive dark red fruit virtually cover the tannins in a Barolo built on texture and roundness. I imagine the Cerretta will drink well relatively young within the context of 2010 Barolo. 95 pts. " -- A. Galloni, Vinous
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SALE: Brilliant Ribera from PINGUS!
2010 FLOR de PINGUS Ribera del Duero 94 pts. $100; Special 25% off = $75!
Attention: aficionados of top tempranillo -- don't miss this offer!
"Vivid purple. Ripe cherry, cassis, potpourri and cracked pepper on the intensely perfumed nose, with subtle licorice and woodsmoke qualities adding complexity. Deep, sweet and expansive, offering explosive dark berry compote, floral and anise flavors. This bottling has been going from strength to strength in recent years and offers superb value relative to its ritzy Pingus sibling. 94 pts." -- Vinous
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Just a really good bottle....
THIS IS ALL that is left of a truly exceptional wine. This 2010 CHANDON de BRIAILLES Savigny le Beaune Les Lavieres 1er was so exquisitely enjoyable, we savored it to the very last drop. A perfect pairing with the Aldo Sohm coq au vin, this wine of understated elegance completely transformed a Tuesday night into a supremely memorable wine experience.
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