Remelluri Reserva

$58.64

Remelluri was founded by monks in the 14th Century, although there is evidence dating even farther back of wine being made on these premises. The vines changed hands a number of times over the years before being purchased by Jaime Rodriguez in 1967. In 2010, Jaime’s son and daughter, Telmo and Amaia Rodríguez, took the reins of the estate and set about making a series of changes to showcase the potential and diversity of Remelluri’s different terroirs, and ultimately reclaim Rioja’s viticultural history. They made some major changes to their approach and was cut down the production of their wines by one third, restricting it to wines produced from the estate’s own grapes. As a nod to Rioja’s historic viticultural traditions, they have begun moving the Garnacha from trellis to bush-grown vines and will be working increasingly with mixed field plantings. Although Remelluri has always eschewed chemical treatments in the vineyard, 2010 marked the year of the estate’s full organic certification. Work in the winery plays a secondary role in Telmo’s philosophy, but great care is taken to make sure that each bottle reflects the terruño of the region: wines are fermented with native yeasts, each plot is vinified separately, new oak is used very scarcely and the wines are very lightly filtered and fined.

Wild Life Wheat Whisky 750ml

$71.99

This whisky shows a style that more big brand Canadian Whiskies should emulate. It is rich and full of flavour, yet still smooth and easy drinking in style. It is incredibly well-crafted, making a great gift for that relative who you really feel needs to move on from the bog-standard Gibson's or Crown or R&R and try something more exciting. Distilled, matured and bottled at 45.3% by Canmore's Wild Life Distillery.

• Age: Minimum 3.5 years
• Mash Bill: 61% Wheat, 26% Barley, 13% Rye
• Barrel Profile: 53 Gallon - White American Oak
• Distillation Method: 500L Alembic Copper Pot Still

Wild Life Wheat Whisky 375ml

$37.79

375ml Bottle

This whisky shows a style that more big brand Canadian Whiskies should emulate. It is rich and full of flavour, yet still smooth and easy drinking in style. It is incredibly well-crafted, making a great gift for that relative who you really feel needs to move on from the bog-standard Gibson's or Crown or R&R and try something more exciting. Distilled, matured and bottled at 45.3% by Canmore's Wild Life Distillery.

• Age: Minimum 3.5 years
• Mash Bill: 61% Wheat, 26% Barley, 13% Rye
• Barrel Profile: 53 Gallon - White American Oak
• Distillation Method: 500L Alembic Copper Pot Still

Suntory AO Whisky

$98.99

Not exactly a new concept, but perhaps the most coherent and well-executed example of blends that cross international borders and waters. Suntory tells us this five-sided bottle is meant to represent "the most prestigious whisky regions in the world" by marrying whisky (and whiskey) from some the industry's true titans: Yamazaki (Japan), Hakushu (Japan), Cooley (Ireland), Jim Beam (America), Alberta Distillers (Canada), Ardmore (Scotland), and Glen Garioch (Scotland). Each is meant to ante up with its "unique history and climate." And if you're curious, the name 'Ao' means 'blue', referring to the oceans that tie the continents together.

43% abv

Sea Cider Non-Alc Cherie

$14.39

From The Producer

"Temperance Chérie is a comfort beverage, as welcome as a warm hug on a cold day, reminding us that self-care is essential care. Ripe cherry notes mingle with the best of British Columbian apples to create a sparkler that hints of orchard blossoms kissed by the sun."

Sea Cider Non-Alc Eden

$14.39

From The Producer

"Temperance Eden reminds us of life’s innocent pleasures, like sipping pure, non-alcoholic, apple juice crafted from crisp British Columbian apples. An aromatic bubbly for all ages, Temperance Eden is one of the juices in our Temperance Series that reminds us to find balance by taking the time to enjoy life’s simple delights."

Ableforths Bathtub Gin

$58.49

Ableforth's Bathtub Gin is a unique product brought to you by the folks at Atom Brands, think That Boutique-y Gin Company!

Producer Description

"After distillation, Bathtub Gin is cold infused with orange peel and five other carefully selected fresh botanicals over seven days. We taste test this regularly by hand to ensure that distinct Bathtub flavour we’re proud of.

"Every bottle is handwrapped, strung and dipped in Tonbridge, Kent - and we've been doing this since day dot. Sure, this means that every bottle is a little bit different, but that's what makes each bottle so special.

"Yes, it takes longer and has to be made in smaller batches but we know this creates the best tasting, best looking gin out there. But don't just take our word for it, we've won over 40 industry awards including gold at the World Gin Awards 2019, 2020 and 2022!"

Terra Dominicata Domus Aquilae

$55.24

Domus Aquilae is a full-bodied red wine made from old vine Garnacha grapes. Carthusian monks founded this former monastery at the foot of the Montsant mountain range in the 12th century. The new owners - the Vives family - have restored the farm and vineyards, the very same land where the monks cultivated their vines, olive trees and orchards. The winery and accompanying luxury hotel are situated in the middle of the Montsant Natural Park, where you can immerse yourself in the landscape, silence and gastronomy of the region. The Vives family offers you a haven of peace in one of the most appreciated wine regions in the world.

Coca i Fito Xalar Vermut

$34.19

Vermut - the Spanish word for vermouth - is wildly popular in Spain, with vermut bars around every bend in the major cities. This delicious vermouth is the result of four years of research, led by oenologists Toni Coca and Sílvia Pujol.

This is white vermouth with a Mediterranean character, made from fortified white Grenache wine and local aromatic plants (rosemary, thyme and fennel), balsamic plants (green anise, savoury, laurel...), macerated citrus skins (lemon, orange), roots (gentian, angelica, licorice ...), spices (cinnamon, cloves, turmeric...), and flowers (chamomile, elder, maiden...). In total, more than 30 different plants, aromatics and spices bring complexity, freshness, delicacy, a hint of bitterness, persistence and unique character.