Roederer Cristal
$519.90
Wonderful, just wonderful! And the critics agree, too! Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave this beauty 93 points. The review: "Roederer’s 2006 Brut Cristal is striking in its sense of lift and delicacy, serving as one of many instances where those bringing preconceptions of this vintage’s warmth and ripeness of fruit to their experience may be pleasantly surprised. A nose of fresh apple, fennel and cucumber sets up associations with a slaw or salad that are crisply, lusciously and refreshingly redeemed on the palate. A garland of honeysuckle and heliotrope complements subtle suggestions of raw almond and vanilla, while alkaline and iodine notes as well as cooling but pungent green herbal notes add to the soothing yet stimulating finish. This exceptionally poised, refined, and buoyant performance is apt to gain depth with a few years’ bottle age."
Chateau Lynch Bages 2010
$524.99
This wine received near-perfect scores in every wine publication, here's the Robert Parker review: "Still a saturated ruby-black in hue, the 2010 Lynch-Bages offers up aromas of rich cassis fruit mingled with hints of pencil shavings, loamy soil and cigar wrapper. Full-bodied, deep and muscular, it's rich and layered, with a concentrated core of fruit that's framed by firm, powdery tannins and lively acids. The most brooding, backward Lynch-Bages of the decade and one of the real successes of the vintage, this is a vibrant, tightly wound wine that is still an infant at age 10. Readers with bottles in their cellars might try one now out of curiosity, but this 2010 won't begin to hit its stride until age 20" 97 points, Feb 28/2022.
Dominus Napa Cabernet 2019
$574.99
The Dominus Napanook vineyard is nestled in a natural amphitheatre at the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountains on the west side of the Napa Valley. Fed by winter rains, its underground springs flow through ancient riverbeds and provide a natural supply of water to its grapevines, allowing them to develop deep roots which in turn allow them to dry farm. It was here, in 1838, that George Yount planted Napa Valley’s very first vines. In 1983, Christian Moueix - of Chateau Petrus fame -began producing Dominus from this historic Napanook vineyard in Yountville, and within a short period of time, it has risen to become one of the most sought-after and highly awarded wines in Napa Valley.
Krug Devialet
$1,219.99
This rare gift pack from Krug caters to the person who loves Champagne and music - and who doesn't. This experience has been made possible by Devialet, a French company that brings unrivalled sound purity, and Krug, the Champagne House founded by the visionary Joseph Krug, who understood the very essence of champagne and revolutionized the way it was created. Since 1843, six generations of the Krug family have perpetuated his legacy and upheld his stringent commitment to quality. Now, Krug and Devialet have come together to unveil unprecedented sound experiences, a harmonious meeting of Champagne tasting and musical immersion. The gift package includes a bottle of the 170eme edition Krug and Devialet's remarkable earbuds (in a class by themselves as far as build and sound goes).
Chateau Clinet Pomerol
$239.99
Nestled in the middle of the illustrious Pomerol region of Bordeaux, Chateau Clinet shares the same praiseworthy terroir with world-renowned producers like Petrus, Chateau Lafleur, and Chateau Le Pin. The best Chateaux from this appellation craft are extremely fine, velvety, and rich Merlot-based wines, and Chateau Clinet is no exception. The phenomenal winemaking team at Clinet (which includes the talented Michel Rolland) has been relentless in their pursuit to make wine that challenges even the greatest Pomerol producers.
Coravin Timeless Three Wine Pres. system
$399.99
The Coravin wine preservation system has become the standard tool of the trade for wine importers and collectors alike. It allows you to draw measured amounts of wine from a sealed bottle while injecting a harmless inert gas blanket on top of the remaining wine. The claim is that it will preserve the wine for years, something we have not had the opportunity to put to the test, but there is no doubt the system works. Last week we tasted a top-notch Oregon Pinot Noir from Cristom that had been under Coravin gas for several months, and the wine was perfectly intact. The kit includes the Coravin Three, 2 gas cartridges, 2 screw caps (as there are now plenty of premium wines under screwcap) and one aerator.
Additional capsules can be purchased as well, allowing you to pour up to 15 five-ounce (150ml) glasses of wine. If someone feels like a glass of really good wine but doesn't want to commit to drinking the bottle, the Coravin system just might be the ticket.
Eau Claire Anniversary Whisky
$159.99
Can you believe Eau Claire Distillery is more than 10 years old?!? They grow up so fast *sniff*. Eau Claire is Alberta's first modern craft distillery. It was founded in 2013 and resides in Diamond Valley, Alberta.
Bottled at 48%, this bottle celebrates the Diamond Valley grain to glass distillery's first decade of operation. This Single Malt Whisky is bottled at 48% after being finished in special ex-Sherry casks sourced from Spain's Ximénez-Spínola.
Producer Description
"For this special anniversary whisky, we’ve partnered with Ximénez-Spínola, a small, family-owned winery known for its dedication to producing exceptional Pedro Ximénez sherry. Each cask is crafted with care, offering rich, complex flavours that beautifully complement our whisky.
Finishing in these rare sherry casks imparts subtle sweetness, dried fruit, and spice, creating a distinctive, layered whisky. This limited release is a celebration of our 10-year journey, enriched by the unique qualities of the Ximénez-Spínola casks, making it a true collector’s piece."
Highland Park 25 Year
$1,499.99
The Highland Park 25 Year Old is bottled at 46% ABV.
Producer Description
"A fruity, sweet and fragrant whisky with warm woody spices and a natural deep copper colour, crafted from just 22 casks – ten first-fill sherry seasoned European oak hogsheads, two first-fill sherry seasoned American oak hogsheads, four first-fill sherry seasoned American oak butts, five refill hogsheads and one refill butt. Each cask was hand-selected by our Master Whisky Maker for its marrying potential, depth of flavour and complex character. "
Bollinger La Grande Annee
$337.99
The Grande Année blend comes only from a particularly fine harvest. When such a harvest occurs the House selects its best wines, cru by cru and grape variety by grape variety - the key to the particular year. Each wine is individually fermented in oak casks prior to blending. On average, the blend is composed of 65% Pinot Noir and 35% Chardonnay. Best enjoyed now, at any time of the day, with every meal!