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Fall Single Malt Festival 2014 - November 13th - A Recap on the Night's Festivities

Posted on November 25, 2014

Our 2014 Fall Single Malt Festival was another big hit with both our customers and suppliers. Once again tickets sold out in just days, well over 2 months ahead of the event. We had a tad over 100 guest, a capacity crowd, and another incredible range of whiskies. The weather outside may have been frightful, but everyone left warmed, both in body and spirit.

Our KWM exclusive casks were all a huge hit, especially the Arran 1996, the Glen Garioch 1998, Glenglassaugh 1972 and the new Glendronachs 1993 and 2003. So were the new Springbank Society whiskies, Cadenhead Small Batch releases, the sold out Bowmore Devil's Cask and much more. Here are some photos of the evening's fesitivites, and below you'll find the complete whisky list. Thanks to all who participated, our wonderful suppliers and our hard working staff at KWM!

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Authentic Wine & Spirits – Gabby Vertz & Lindsay Parker

BenRiach 15 Year Madeira - $87.99
BenRiach 15 Year PX - $87.99
BenRiach 2001 MS Society Cask - $99.99
Compass Box GKS Experimental Blue (peated) - $39.99
Compass Hedonism - $95.99
Glendronach 1993 KWM Cask 1625 20 Year - $199.99
Glendronach 2003 KWM Cask 1820 11 Year - $114.99
Glenglassaugh Evolution - $69.99
Glenglassaugh Torfa - $64.99
Dalmore 15 Year - $91.99
Dalmore 18 Year - $160.99
Jura 16 Year - $TBA
Jura 21 Year - $TBA
Jura 1993 Boutique Barrel - $119.99
Jura 1995 Boutique Barrel Sauternes - $TBA
Jura Brooklyn - $81.99
Jura Elixir - $61.99

Diageo – Represented by KWM

Glenkinchie 12 Year - $81.49
Johnny Walker Gold Reserve Bullion - $79.99
Mortlach Rare Old - $104.99
Talisker 57 North - $159.99
Talisker Storm - $104.99

Beam Global/Edrington – Craig Denness & Peter-Paul Van Bessouw

Canadian Club 100% Rye - $25.99
Highland Park 12 Year - $56.99
Highland Park 18 Year - $134.99
Highland Park Dark Origins - $102.99
Highland Park Freya - $299.99
Knob Creek Bourbon - $47.99
Knob Creek Bourbon Single Barrel - $61.99
Laphroaig 10 Year - $65.99
Laphroaig Quarter Cask - $50.99
Laphroaig Triple Wood - $89.99
Macallan 1824 Gold - $63.99
Macallan 1824 Amber - 83.99
Macallan 1824 Sienna - $159.99
Macallan 1824 Ruby - $269.99

Charton Hobbs Table – Jordan Cameron & Blaine Milton

Ardbeg 10 Year - $75.99
Ardbeg Corryvreckan - $111.99
Ardbeg Supernova 2014 - $94.99
Ardbeg Uigeadail - $104.99
Berry's Own Aberlour 1993 KWM Cask - $139.99
Berry's Own Linkwood 1994 Quaich Cask - $124.99
Eagle Rare 10 Year - $57.9...

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Annual Fall Super Sale is On Now!

Posted on November 14, 2014



PRE-CHRISTMAS INVENTORY SALE

This Friday Saturday and Sunday, November 14-16.

There is lots of parking behind the store or check out the new angled parking on Kensington Close as well as the school yard which is now a pay lot.

You can shop on line or pay us a visit

www.kensingtonwinemarket.com



*Note we will be closed Friday at 7:00PM for our wine festival. ...

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Okanagan Mini Festival - Thursday Oct. 9th

Posted on October 13, 2014

A huge thank-you to everyone who made it out to our first Okanagan Mini Festival! We had so much fun that we are already looking forward to next year’s! Mark your calendars folks! It’s going to be a good one!

To kick off our first Okanagan Mini Festival right, we poured arriving guests Summerhill’s lovely sparklers - Cipes Brut and Cipes Rose Pinot Noir Sparkling. Both are organic, biodynamic and are made the in the traditional Champagne method. Delicious!

With over 30 BC wines open for sampling, we were really excited to showcase some fantastic Okanagan talent! Stationed regionally, we poured wines from Kelowna and North Okanagan, West Kelowna, Summerland, Oliver & Osoyoos, and the Naramata Bench. All were well received but the favourites of the night were:

1.     Tantalus Riesling - $33.99

2.     Burrowing Owl Cabernet - $55.99

3.     Burrowing Owl Merlot - $39.99



Congratulations to Kristina Sherriff on winning the giveaway of the night!

The lovely Patrick Dunn with Okanagan Food and Wine Tours was on location to talk about his amazing company and his upcoming tours. Book your tour today @ http://okanaganfoodandwinetours.com/index.php

Wrapping up, we finished with a lovely ice wine from Inniskillin - and boy did it pair well with the Bleu d’elizabeth cheese from our friend’s at Peasant – truly sensational!

We hope to see you next year!


All of the wines poured at the tasting are listed below.

Naramata - Eric's Table
2013 Nichol Pinot Gris
2012 Nichol 9 Mile White
2011 Nichol Pinot Noir
2011 Nichol Syrah
2012 Red Rooster Bantam Pinot Gris
2012 Red Rooster Pinot Noir
2013 See Ya Later Ranch Pinot Gris
2011 Laughing Stock Blind Trust

Kelowna & North Okanagan - Riley's Table
2010 Sandhill Petit Verdot
2010 Sandhill Chardonnay
2012 Gray Monk Riesling
2012 50th Parallel Pinot Noir
2013 50th Parallel Rose
2013 Quail's Gate Chasselas
2011 Quail's Gate Old Vine Foch
2013 Tantalus Riesling
2011 Summerhill Alive Red
2013 Summerhill Ehrenfelser

West Kelowna & Summerland / Oliver & Osoyoos - Susan's Table
2012 Haywire Pinot Gris
2013 Dirty Laundry Pinot Gris
2013 Dirty Laundry Dangerous Liaison
2011 Black Sage Cab/Franc
2010 Mission Hill Compendium
2012 Mission Hill Reserve Cabernet
2012 Burrowing Owl Chardonnay
2011 Burrowing Owl Cabernet
2010 Burrowing Owl Merlot
2011 Nk'Mip Merlot
2012 Nk'Mip Talon...

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Revolutionary Gins with Shawn Young

Posted on October 3, 2014

With the autumn breezes blowing nightly now, it's natural to start making the transition into deeper, more warming spirits (possibly of the peated persuasion) in preparation of the cold winter months. Tonight was a final salute to warm months gone by, and a welcoming handshake to the oh-so-familiar Calgary fall/winter. We make this salute by toasting with the spirit that truly embodies the ability to make it through even the worst of winters, and come out the other side to thrive and grow. Here's to lovely juniper!

Though to be fair, juniper was not the driving force of all of the gins tonight. We sampled a wide range from a few different countries, imbued with the essences of a very diverse collection of botanicals, fruits, and spices. The evening was on the cusp of crisp, with the telltale autumn breeze, but just as Gin is a light spirit, so were the spirits of those gathered to laugh and learn and taste! With gustatory help from The Peasant Cheese company, we made our way through 7 unique Gins:



1. Berry Brothers No. 3 London Dry - This classic London dry gin showcases juniper exactly how you want it to: In your face. The rough around the edges style is suitable for nearly any drink design you can think of. (46% ABV, $51.99).

2. Ungava - This is a truly unique expression from a truly unique place. Ungava comes from the region of the same name in the northern part of la belle province. Though instead of reflecting the harsh winter climate and unforgiving sub-arctic terrain, this lovely spirit demonstrates the elegant balance between beauty and hardiness you'd expect to find in arctic plant life. The infused botanicals include: Nordic juniper, Wild Rose Hips, Cloudberry, Crowberry, and Labrador Tea. The result is a mild, fruity gin with light spice and an intriguing yellow color. (43.1% ABV, $34.99).

3. Spirit Bear - Straight from the heart of BC, Spirit Bear can boast the title of first legal artisan distillery in BC. Aside from their title, and name (based on the rare white furred spirit bear), the uniqueness is also ever present in their gin, in which they infuse apples, hop blossoms and ginger root on top of the standard gin fare. The result is a fruity yet earthy, easy sipping gin with a hint of spruce.  (40% ABV, $43.99).

4. The Botanist (Bruichladdich) - Coming from one of Islay's most reputable distilleries, this treat of a gin is made with 22 different botanicals native to the tiny island of Islay. It packs a slightly off-dry character driven by citrus notes, and an incredible oily texture. Fantastic right out of the fridge and into the glass, this gin really shines on its own.  (46% ABV, $51.99).



5. Old Raj (Cadenhead) - The older brother of the gin family, this guy is the one always threatening to overpower his weaker brothers. By this of course I mean just in alcohol content, as Old Raj packs a whop...

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AUZZIE STARS - SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27

Posted on September 30, 2014

The weather has started to turn and with the cooler temperatures we were ready this past Saturday night to ramp up the heat with some delicious warm tasting reds. Here’s the lineup for our tasting.

We started off with a lovely “palate cleansers”, a lovely refreshing Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc from Moss Wood, our favorite Margaret River producer.

Moss Wood Semillon Sauvignon 2011

Exclusive to Kensington Wine Market! Ribbon Vale is located on an uniquely shaped estate which is only 150 metres wide and 1.5 kilometres long — hence the name Ribbon Vale!

87 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2011 Ribbon Vale Vineyard Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc gives subtle notes of lemon peel, sliced apple and lime leaves with hints of dill seed and grass. The medium-bodied palate offers a good amount of citrus fruit with crisp acid and a medium to long finish."  $28.99



With Thanksgiving just around the corner it isn’t too soon to be thinking about turkey dinner! This one was a real hit and would make a perfect turkey partner.

 

Moss Wood Mornington Pinot Noir 2010

Exclusive to Kensington Wine Market, and 90 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate.

The review is mouthwatering: "Aromas of ripe cherry and strawberry with hints of underbrush, truffles, mace and chocolate. Medium-bodied with soft tannins and a long finish. Drinking now, it should continue to give pleasure to 2016+." $47.99

One of the bet values of the night was Rof Binder from The Barossa Valley.

 

Rolf Binder Halliwell Shiraz Grenache 2007

92 points from Robert Parker, who calls this a "sexy knockout" of a wine. Full-bodied with juicy, concentrated flavors, supple tannins and a velvety, opulent finish.

And what a brilliant price for that kind of score! $29.99



A longtime customer favorite and a terrific little cabernet for BBQ or just sipping.

 

Reschke Vitulus Cabernet 2009

Easy to drink and a great price!

‘Vitulus,' Latin for bull-calf, reminds us of the Reschke family's cattle grazing heritage. And 89 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate! The review: "Deep garnet color, the 2009 Vitulus Cabernet Sauvignon shows evolving notes of creme de cassis, mocha and cigar boxes with hints of aged meat and cloves. Medium-bodied, it gives a good concentration of expressive blackcurrant and clove-laced flavors along with a medium level of fine-grained tannins and balanced acid before finishing with good persistence. Drink it now to 2017+." $26.99

 

Reschke BOS Cabernet 2005

Here’s the big brother to the Viti...

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