Veuve Clicquot Brut
$104.99
Philippe Clicquot founded this great Champagne House in 1772 but it was his son's wife, Madame Clicquot-Ponsardin, who made the Champagne house what it is today. She was widowed young and 'Veuve' means widow in French! Veuve Clicquot Brut is a perfect example of harmony between delicacy and power. Dominated by Pinot Noir, this wine has a firm structure, rounded with a touch of Pinot Meunier. Nearly a third of Chardonnay gives it the elegance and finesse needed for perfect balance. Shy but complex aromas of pear-apple, lemon, mineral and light toast. Veuve Clicquot is very delicate with just a touch of sweetness and a lemony, mineral finish. Terrific length.
Bussola Amarone Classico
$169.99
A shining example of the style, from one of our favourite producers! "Tommaso Bussola’s wines have received a good deal of critical acclaim over the last few years, and with good reason. These are remarkable wines of the highest level. The estate produces two lines of wines. In theory, the BG wines are more traditional in spirit while the TB wines are meant to be more modern," according to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate.
Torres 10 Year Brandy
$34.99
The Torres family has been linked with wine for more than 3 centuries. They continue to receive international acclaim including; Wine Spectator Award - the most important winery (2000), and Miguel Torres Man of the year in Decanter magazine (2002). Juan Torres Casals begin aging distilled wine to create brandy in 1928. The Torres 10 is made from traditional grape varieties: Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Parellada. Its intense bouquet shows warm hints of cinnamon and an extremely smooth palate.
La Messagere Gluten Free Beer
$3.79
La Messagère was North America's first gluten-free beer. Rather than using barley, it is brewed from rice and buckwheat.La Messagère is a limpid and a chrystalline pale ale. It's fine bubbles give it a delicate effervescence and a lacy froth. To the nose, a bouquet of honey gently calls to mind a touch of citrus fruits. And the subtle aroma of hops is revealed ever so delicately.
Chateau Montifaud VSOP Cognac
$83.99
An incredible example of just how good Cognac can be. Owned and operated by the Vallet family since the early 19th Century, Montifaud is renowned for having a caring and careful approach to cognac with emphasis on traditional methods. The team also has a collection of bottles dating back to 1830. The vineyard covers 50 hectares and is in the heart of Fine Petite Champagne. Aged between 8-10 years in old Limousin oak casks, this Montifaud VSOP is tremendously mellow, with notes of pears, apricots and nuts on the palate. Smooth and satisfying.
Nakano Ume Plum Wine
$15.99
This Ume/plum wine is produced by Nakano Sake Brewery in Handa City, Aichi Prefecture. Founded in 1844, Nakano Sake Brewery Co. Ltd. grows the plums at its own Kuni Zakari Farm.
10% ABV.
DuMol Wester Reach Pinot Noir
$143.99
From the incredible Dumol Estate comes the Wester Reach Pinot Noir. Composed of Pinot from DuMOL Estate (20%), Macintyre Estate (20%), 18% Occidental Road (18%), Flax Estate (6%), and Dutton Ranch Vineyards (6%). Pinot Noir clones used include Calera, Swan, Pommard and Dijon, vine age is 6-24 years. Aged 12 months in 25% new French oak barrels, followed by 3 months settling in tank.
Gold Omachi Junmai
$27.99
The sakes brewed by Tamanohikari Sake Brewing Co. are renowned internationally for their wonderful flavours. Founded in 1673, the brewery has been making top sake ever since. Delicate and well-balanced, with notes of apple, pear and peach.
Torbreck Descendant
$189.99
"The 2004 Descendant, an old oak-aged blend of 92% Shiraz and 8% Viognier from a 12-year old vineyard, offers up notes of blackberries, ink, sweet truffles, and acacia flowers. There are 1,000 cases of this full-bodied, intense, rich blockbuster. It will drink well for 10-15 years." 98 Points Robert Parker.