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THE UNIVERSITY CLUB OF TORONTO

WINE LIST: June 2017

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Introduction to the Wine List

On behalf of the Wine Committee I am delighted to introduce to you the University Club of Toronto’s wine list. May I begin by offering a warm welcome to our members and guests to the delights of the University Club’s wine cellar. There are many benefits to being a member of the club, and one of the distinct pleasures we suggest you take advantage of is the enjoyment of fine wines at unusually good – let’s say unheard of – pricing. We have adopted a wine pricing policy for the sale of wines in the bar and dining room which limits the mark up to a $28 maximum. This provides an opportunity to sample some excellent wines that you may not have had an opportunity to purchase at home, with it being an affordable pleasure. To give you an example of how this compares to local restaurants in Toronto, a bottle of Chateau Palmer 1982 sells in our dining room for $280 while the price at three leading restaurants in Toronto with sizeable cellars: Restaurant #1: $560; Restaurant #2: $620; Restaurant #3 $600. We hope that you enjoy all the benefits the Club has to offer – a wonderful meal prepared by Chef Patrick Desmoulins accompanied by the best quality and value provided by our expansive cellar. Santé! Michael Haddad, Wine Chairman

THE UNIVERSITY CLUB OF TORONTO WINE LIST: 2017 v. June

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Contents Country Page Number

Featured Wines by the glass (please see menus as these wines change frequently)

Featured Wines by the half bottle 3

Featured Wines by the Bottle

SPARKLING WINES & CHAMPAGNE 3

RED WINES

France 5

Australia 11

Canada 13

Chile 13

Italy 14

Lebanon 16

New Zealand 17

Portugal 17

Spain 17

United States 18

WHITE WINES

France 22

Argentina 24

Australia 24

Austria 24

Canada 24

Chile 25

Germany 25

Italy 25

New Zealand 26

Portugal 27

Spain 27

United States 27

ROSE WINES 30

APARITIF WINES 30

DESSERT WINES 30

PORT, SHERRY, MADEIRA 31

SPIRITS 32


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FEATURED WINES BY THE HALF BOTTLE

Sparkling: W115 Nino Franco Prosecco di Valdobbiadene (Italy) $ 24

W129 Villa Sandi Prosecco (Italy) $ 16

W112 Freixenet (Spain) 200 ml $ 8

Champagne: W131H Veuve Clicquot $ 60

W135 Moet et Chandon $ 59

White: W95 Kim Crawford Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc (NZ) $ 20

Red: R173 Fonterutoli Chianti Classico (Italy) $ 28

Dessert: W112 Chapelle Ste Agnes Ice Wine (Quebec) 200 ml $ 61

WINES BY THE BOTTLE

SPARKLING WINES

FRANCE Champagne or Sparkling—Non-vintage W109 Taittinger Brut Prestige Rose Champagne NV 102.00

Blended from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes, this is a succulently fruity, supple and aromatic Champagne with fine bubbles and a crisp, refreshing finish of extended length. Taittinger Cuvée Prestige Rosé is intense cherry-pink in color with extremely fine, persistent pinpoint bubbles rising in delicate strands to the surface of the wine. Its classic, aromatic Pinot fragrance of red raspberries and strawberries is offset by elegant, subtle floral and earth nuances. On the palate, the ripe, full berry flavors are vibrant yet refined, delicately balanced by a fresh acidity which carries into a crisp, refreshing finish of persistent length. "A swirl of bubbles carries fresh raspberry flavors along with a lively green edge of acidity. The flavors are persistent and clean, the wine mouthwatering." 90 Points Wine & Spirits

W131 Veuve Clicquot Brut NV 89.00 55% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier and 30% Chardonnay

W107 Cuperly Grand Cru Brut Reserve ` NV 87.00

W108 Pol Roger Brut NV 83.00 Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay in equal proportions.

W128 Cattier Brut Premier Cru NV 71.00

W119 Nicolas Feuillatte Brut NV 66.00

W127 Domaine Luquet Cremant de Bourgogne NV 38.00

W132 Paul Zinck Cremant d’Alsace Rose NV 48.00

W140 Clos de l”Epinay Cuvee Marcus Vouvray 2012 36.00


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Champagne—Vintage

W124 Taittinger Comptes de Champagne Blanc 1998 243.00 W130 Taittinger Comptes de Champagne Rose 2003 354.00

CHILE W125 Torres Brut Nature NV 40.00

ITALY

W129 Villa Sandi Prosecco ½ bottle NV 18.00 W118 Loredan Gasparini Prosecco 2016 32.00

NEW ZEALAND W111 Hunter’s Miru Miru Reserve Brut 2006 47.00

ONTARIO W110 Hillebrand Trius NV 41.00

SPAIN

Cava is made from three white grapes: Parellada, Macabeo and Xarel-lo. Our Cava is produced in the same way as Champagne, with a secondary fermentation in the bottle

W106 Segura Viudas Brut NV 25.00 W120 Codorniu Brut Clasico NV 25.00 W115 Juve y Camps Cinta Purpura Cava Reserve NV 45.00

UNITED STATES

W105 Chandon Brut Classic NV 53.00

W117 Carneros Vintage Cuvee 2004 61.00 Vintage dated each year, the Domaine Carneros Brut Cuvée represents the best of Carneros pinot noir and chardonnay made into a classic sparkling wine. The appellation is 100% Carneros. The Brut was aged in the bottle for three years before release. It will continue to develop further depth and complexity as it ages. Wine Spectator Appealing aromas of Gala apple, toasted almond and vanilla lead to focused, creamy Asian pear and spice flavors that finish with a vibrant crispness. Drink now through 2012. Score: 89.


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Red Wines

FRANCE

Bordeaux

R15 Ch. Cos d’Estournel (2ieme Cru Classé) (St. Estèphe) 1988 274.00 * “The 1988 has an intriguing bouquet of exotic spices and black fruits. Savagely tannic in its youth, the wine has softened and developed more charm and appeal. Still deep ruby/purple in color, with little signs of age, this medium-bodied, slightly austere wine possesses good cassis fruit, excellent purity, and an elegant, classic style.” Robert Parker

R31 Ch. Gruaud-Larose (2ieme Cru Classé) (St. Julien) 1990 261 .00 * Gruaud-Larose was superb at the most recent tasting. Moreover, this might be a 1990 that is still affordable. The wine exhibits a thick-looking, plum/purple/garnet-like color. A sensational nose of jammy black-cherries, earth, cedar, and herbs has become far more intense and striking. The wine displays sensational richness and power, but not quite the burly, monstrous size and hulking weight of the 1986 or 1982. Yet it reveals impressive stuffing and power. The low acidity emphasizes the thick, juicy, succulent fruit in this backward yet rich, chewy wine. This was the finest showing yet for the 1990 Gruaud Larose. Score 93 – Robert Parker

R156 Ch. Gruaud-Larose (2ieme Cru Classé) (St. Julien) 1996 145.00 * Jancis Robinson 17/20 Robert Parker’s Wine Spectator: 90 points “This has a Gruaud signature etched onto its enticing, rich and decadent nose. This is a superb example of Bordeaux and particular St Julien at its very best. Really silky and creamy on the palate with a fabulously exotic, powerful, ripe and sweet black/red fruit core. Long finish and very classy indeed. Medium to full bodied with pure, rich blackcurrent flavours, liquorice and herbs. A very elegant wine, steering away from the massive, muscular styles provided by many other Chateaux in '96.

R147 Ch. Palmer (3ieme Cru Classé) (Margaux) 1996 258.00 * This wine, a blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot, is performing well after its July, 1998 bottling. It boasts an impressively saturated purple color, in addition to a backward yet intense nose of black plums, currants, licorice, and smoke. Following terrific fruit on the attack, the wine's structure and tannin take over. There is plenty of sweet fruit, and the tannin is well-integrated, but the wine requires 7-8 years of cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2028. Score 91, Robert Parker.

R80 Mouton-Rothschild Grand Cru Classé (Pauillac) 1996 393.00 * Wine Advocate Score: 94 Maturity 2007-2030. Cabernet Sauvignon 77%, Cabernet Franc 13%, Merlot 10%. From magnum. This wine has a superb colour compared to the maturing wines tasted alongside; it has a dark core, a dense rim, with plenty of red pigment still. This is very impressive. The nose here is divine; it has a very typical profile for the vintage, full of iron and rust, but enticingly perfumed with violets. It kicks off very elegantly on the palate, and it has a wonderful texture, composed rather than showy. It has great style; the tannins and acidity show through and there is plenty of perfumed character as there is on the nose. There is structure and grip, and a fine persistence. This very superb wine, with its reserved character, will go for more than ten years yet. At its apogee this will be truly remarkable. 19+/20 (February 2008) The Wine Doctor – Chris Kissack

R138 Ch. Latour Grand Cru Classé (Pauillac) 1998 270.00 * Steven Tanzer IWC: Red-ruby. Deep aromas of cassis, licorice and lead pencil. Deeper than Les Forts but currently rather mute in the middle. Strongly minerally. Offers classic Latour structure and spine. Finishes with sneaky, subtle persistence. Score 91

R158 Ch. Pavie (St. Emilion) Magnum 1999 406.00 * The inky/ruby/purple-colored 1999 exhibits a tight but promising nose of crushed stones, a liqueur of blackberries, cherries, and black currants, and subtle smoke and licorice in the background. Powerful, with impressive elegance, fine harmony among its elements, a multi-layered texture, it has a finish that lasts for 50+ seconds. There is considerable tannin, but it is well-integrated. Give it 3-4 years, and drink it over the next two decades. A profound effort for the vintage, it is an example of a perfectionist proprietor pushing the envelope of quality. "The 1999 Pavie is a candidate for "wine of the vintage". It boasts an opaque ruby/purple color in addition to gorgeous aromas of crushed minerals, smoke, licorice, cherry liqueur, and black currants. The wine is exceptionally pure and multilayered, with stunning texture and overall balance. The tannin level suggests 3-4 years of cellaring is warranted; it should age gracefully for 25+ years. If readers are wondering why Pavie has become so much better under the administration of Chantal and Gerard Perse, keep in mind that yields are one-third of what they were under the previous owners." - Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: 95 points


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R205 Ch. De Lamarque Cru Bourgeois 1999 60.00 * Wine Advocate: “This is an excellent, seductive, lower level cru bourgeois with loads of blackberry and cherry fruit intermixed with a smoked herb component. Some spicy oak is also evident. The wine is medium-bodied, with good fruit, and balance.”

R224 Ch. Cambon la Pelouse (Haut Medoc) 2000 68.00 * The Wine Enthusiast: “The 2000, which has a slightly more saturated ruby/purple color than the 2001, is fleshier,

with a more substantial mouthfeel. Exhibiting sumptuous fruit, ripe tannin and a seamless texture, this serious Haut-Medoc is equivalent to many classified growths.”

Decanter, 4 out of 5: Classic cassis/cedar Medoc bouquet, quite dry and restrained. Fine fruit and good elegant wine, shows elegance, depth and finesse. Drink 2-10 years.

R220 Ch. Rauzan-Segla (Margaux) Magnum 1.5 Ltr 2000 495.00 * Score 90 Robert Parker: “The dark ruby/purple color is saturated and impressive. With coaxing, notes of lead pencil shavings, black currants, earth, cedar, and spice box emerge from a relatively closed, firm, medium to full-bodied wine or, as the French would say, a classic vin de garde (for long-term cellaring). There is no denying the classicism and purity of this 2000. Best drinking: 2010-2025.”

R226 Ch. Rauzan-Segla (Margaux) 2000 269.00 * Score 90 Robert Parker: “The dark ruby/purple color is saturated and impressive. With coaxing, notes of lead pencil shavings, black currants, earth, cedar, and spice box emerge from a relatively closed, firm, medium to full-bodied wine or, as the French would say, a classic vin de garde (for long-term cellaring). There is no denying the classicism and purity of this 2000. Best drinking: 2010-2025.”

R232 Ch. Rauzan-Segla (Margaux) 2003 112.00 * 95 points James Suckling What a decadent nose, with strawberry pie, cream, vanilla, and exotic fruits. Almost new world in style. Full and round, with minty, bright fruits on the palate. Long and wonderful, exciting and fresh. A real beauty. Closes down a little bit, but this is still a big surprise. Pull the cork after 2015

R203 Les Forts de Latour (Pauillac) 2000 180.00 * Score 92 Robert Parker: “The 2000 Les Forts de Latour is a seriously endowed wine with notes of black walnuts, black currants, crushed rock, tobacco and spice box. Full-bodied, luscious but still in need of another 2-3 years to hit full maturity, it certainly can evolve for another 15 or more years, and looks to be slightly richer and longer-lived than I originally predicted.” Drink 2012-2027

R221 Ch. Gazin (Pomerol) 2000 135.00 * Score 92 Robert Parker: “A big, backward, full-bodied Pomerol, the 2000 Gazin appears to have added weight as well as structure. Still young, it exhibits beautiful notes of sandy, loamy soil intermixed with mulberries, black cherries, cedar, and licorice. Tightly wound, powerful, and rich, with noticeable oak, it needs another 3-5 years of bottle age, and should drink well for two decades. Best drinking 2010-2030”

R214 Ch. Figeac (St. Emilion) 2000 201.00 * Score 93 Robert Parker: “Figeac has become a more consistent wine over the last few years. A profound effort, the surprisingly full-bodied 2000 Figeac has an opaque purple color accompanied by a terrific bouquet of camphor, graphite, black currants, licorice, and smoked herbs. With well-balanced, powerful tannin, concentration, and pinpoint precision, finesse, and purity, this expressive as well as textured effort will drink well between 2004-2018. When Figeac hits on all cylinders, one can understand why some tasters believe it is as complex as Cheval Blanc. This is undeniably the estate's finest effort since 1996.”

R97 Ch. La Conseillante (Pomerol) 2000 385.00 * Score 96 Robert Parker: the 2000 La Conseillante has a deep ruby/plum/purple color and an unbelievably expressive nose of sweet kirsch liqueur intermixed with raspberries, incense, toast, and licorice. Full-bodied yet ethereal in the sense that it seems to combine power along with eloquence and delicacy, this is a beautifully pure wine that has just hit its plateau of full maturity, although ideally I think it would benefit strongly from another 4-5 years of bottle age and drink well for two to three decades. (Jun 2010)


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R98 Ch. Mouton Rothschild (Pauillac) 2000 727.00 * Score 96+ Robert Parker: “Perhaps the most beautiful packaging ever on a Bordeaux bottle, Baroness Philippine de Rothschild literally produced a work of art in the gold-engraved bottle of 2000 Mouton Rothschild. Of course, one can’t drink the glass, but this is a top-flight Mouton Rothschild, eclipsed only by the 2006 and 2009. A rich, tannic, earthy style, with loads of creme de cassis and floral notes, the final blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot is a full-bodied wine with plenty of coffee, earth, chocolatey notes, and still plenty of tannin to resolve. I gave it an anticipated maturity range of 2015-2050 back in 2003, and that looks on target. The 2000 Mouton Rothschild is at its best with about 24-48 hours of decanting. A blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot, the wine offers a saturated ruby/purple color in addition to reticent but promising aromas of toast, coffee, licorice, creme de cassis, and roasted nuts. Dense, chewy, and backward, with tremendous purity and density in addition to obvious toasty oak, it is full-bodied, powerful, tannic, and backward. Twenty-four to 48 hours of aeration only hints at its ultimate potential. This blockbuster will be exceptionally long-lived

R216 Ch. Pavie Macquin (St. Emilion) 2000 191.00 * Score 95+ Robert Parker: “A wine of great density, concentration, and intensity, the opaque blue/purple 2000 Pavie Macquin needs considerable aeration, but with decanting the prodigious bouquet of graphite, camphor, blackberry, blueberry, mineral, coffee, and smoky oak finally makes an appearance. Persuasive, expansive, full-bodied, and muscular, this enormously endowed, rich wine looks set for a long life, at least three decades. A terrific effort that rivals the compelling 1998. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2030+

R219 Ch. Canon (St. Emilion) 2000 165.00 * Score 90 Robert Parker: “This elegant St.-Emilion has filled out nicely over the last decade. From barrel and post-bottling, I thought it might turn out austere, but that does not appear to be the case. It offers a deep ruby/purple color as well as copious aromas of black cherries, crushed rocks, and earthy undertones. While not a blockbuster, it is beautifully balanced and pure, revealing slightly more depth and richness than I expected. Best drinking 2010-2025”

R228 Ch. Ducru-Beaucaillou (St. Julien) 2002 108.00 * Score 89 Robert Parker: “The wine has a deep ruby/purple-tinged color, excellent density, and medium body in an elegant style with a hint of road tar and sweet fruit. It should drink well young but age nicely for 12-15 years.”

R234 Ch. Grand-Puy-Lacoste (Pauillac) 2003 100.00 * Robert Parker: “A deep ruby/purple-tinged color is followed by a moderately intense bouquet of black currants and underbrush. It hits the palate with good fruit and medium body, but tails off in the finish. It is an elegant, lighter-styled example of this generally high-class performer. It can be consumed over the next 10-12 years.” Best drinking 2006-2018

R237 Ch. Gruaud Larose (St. Julien) 2004 83.00 * "Intriguing, complex nose with layers of black and red fruit and toasted oak, tobacco, spice and alluring minerals. Beautifully textured with an airy lift and vitality." Decanter- Wines of the Year

R239 Ch. Cos d’Estournel (St. Estephe) 2004 137.00 * Score 92 Robert Parker: “A beautiful example of the vintage, proprietor Michel Reybier and his top-notch winemaker, Jean-Guillaume Prats, have fashioned an exceptional wine displaying a dense ruby/purple color as well as a sweet perfume of boysenberries, black currants, cherries, pain grille, roasted herbs, and licorice. Medium-bodied with impressive density for the vintage, sweet tannin, and outstanding richness and length, it should be at its finest between 2009 and 2020+.”

R40 Ulysse Cazabonne Ch. Lalande Borie (St. Julien) 2005 78.00 *

R120 Ch. Capet-Guillier Grand Cru (Saint Emilion) 2005 64.00 * Rich and robust, this is an old-fashioned style of Saint Emilion, composed in most years of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon.

R70 Les Brulières de Beychevelle (Haut Medoc) 2006 56.00 * The appearance is deep crimson. The bouquet displays aromas of violets, blackcurrant, cedar and spice. On the palate flavours of truffle, cedar and blackcurrant emerge. Excellent structure, with fine grained tannin, followed by a long aftertaste of spice, cedar, truffle and confectionery. Overall, Brulières is a standout, classic Claret rivalling most Cru Bourgeois wines and which clearly benefits from the attentions of the Château Beychevelle team.

R149 Chateau Les Hauts de BelAir 2014 25.00

R127 Ch. Capet-Guillier Grand Cru (Saint Emilion) 2006 60.00 Chateau Capet-Guiller is a rather lovely, elegant Saint Emilion planted on clay-limestone slopes, in the commune of St Hippolyte, with an average vine age of 35 years. A Merlot-dominated blend, enriched by 20% new oak, makes for a wine which is, at once, supple and accessible, with dark, berried fruit and spice, supported by fine-grained tannins.


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R243 Ch. Smith-Haut-Lafitte (Pessac-Leognan) 2006 104.00 * Score 93 Robert Parker: “A top-notch success, the dense ruby/purple-colored 2006 Smith-Haut-Lafitte offers aromas of smoky, juicy black currants, graphite, earth, truffles, and forest floor. Full-bodied with superb purity, noticeable but sweet tannins, this round, generous, long wine should drink nicely for 15-20+ years. One can’t say enough about the work proprietors Daniel and Florence Cathiard have done at Smith-Haut-Lafitte since 1990.” Best drinking 2009-2029

R37 Ch. Saintem Grand Cru 2009 58.00 Rounded, ripe and inviting, with freshly crushed plum, blackberry and blueberry fruit woven with toasty spice and framed by a lingering cocoa edge on the finish. Merlot. Best from 2013 through 2020. Score - 90. (James Molesworth, winespectator.com, March 31, 2012)

R21 Ch. D’Aggasac (Haut Medoc) 2009 72.00 “Fine fragrant lifted cassis nose, classy modern Cabernet fruit, very good expression of southern Medoc fruit,

classy and classic. Drink 2013-18.” 16.5 points Decanter. 16 pts Jancis Robinson

R188 Chateau Teyssier Montagne (St. Emilion) 2010 38.00

R171 Chateau Rahoul Recolte (Graves) 2010 55.00 Polished and alluring, with black tea, dense plum and blackberry fruit, followed by a long, licorice- and tar-filled finish that glides along with surprisingly polished structure. An echo of smoky tobacco lingers as well, and this offers good range and depth. Best from 2014 through 2021. Score - 90. (James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, web only, 2013)

R89 Ch. Grand Terrier des Eyriaux Bordeaux Superieur 2011 33.00 Ripe black plum and cassis fills out the nose and this black fruited power is there on the palate. Ripe feeling tannins give a mid suppleness lovely and fleshy. The ripe cassis is backed by firmer black cherry with towards the back coffee and spice giving an added complexity. The finish is sweet fruited and quite rich." 93 points - Derek Smedley, Master of Wine, June 2012 (2009 vintage)

R45 Chateau Clos de Sarpe (St. Emilion) 2011 162.00

R58 Ch. La Croix Bonis (St. Estèphe) 2011 67.00 Closely affiliated with Château Phélan Ségur, “La Croix Bonis” comes from selected plots in the estate, most of which are Cabernet Sauvignon, located on the best land in Saint Estèphe. The Gardinier family strives and succeeds in producing a great wine, reputed as one of the appellation’s best. Careful vineyard management including controlled yields and sustainable crop practices help to achieve such year-to-year quality. The harvest is picked entirely by hand, and carried in small trays. After strict sorting, only the very best grapes are kept. Winemaking takes place at Château Phélan Ségur, using the best techniques. True to character, “La Croix Bonis” will be as enjoyable as the great Saint Estèphe wines

R112 Chateau de Landiras Graves Rouge 2014 76.00 Decanter Best in Show Dec 2016

Burgundy

R141 Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils Nuits St. Georges “Les Cailles” 1er Cru 2000 99.00 Wine Advocate: “The dark cherry-scented 2000 Nuits-St.-Georges Les Cailles reveals excellent amplitude to its satin-textured, medium-bodied personality. Blackberries dominate this well-balanced wine’s flavor profile.”

R199 Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils Volnay Caillerets 1er Cru Anciènne Cuvée Carnot (Cote de Beaune) 2004 79.00

Burgundy Report: “Medium ruby-red. Depth and dimension on the nose – really grandstanding at the moment, and the oak is barely perceptible. Mouth-filling and concentrated, there’s good depth and plenty of tannin. There is a little oak flavour, but nothing compared to what its 05 and 06 cousins currently show. The finish is a little warm, but long. Very well balanced and has the sweet fruit which is the hallmark of the vintage.”

R183 Compte Georges de Vogue Bonnes Mares Grand Cru 2000 358.00 Score: 96 points, Wine Enthusiast. “More blueberry fruit and violet aromas with big, robust, very powerful, linear flavors with chewy tannins and outstanding persistence. This stains the palate and coats the mouth and offers superb fruit/acid balance.” Burghound


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R192 Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils Nuits Saint Georges Clos Saint-Marc 2002 132.00

Score 90 Robert Parker “The fresh red fruit-scented 2002 Nuits-St.-Georges Clos St.-Marc is light to medium-bodied, lively, and detailed. It displays copious quantities of red cherries in its nuanced, well-ripened character.”

R198 Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils Pommard Rugiens 2004 91.00 Score 89-92 Stephen Tanzer, IWC: “Red-ruby. Captivating nose shows more fruit complexity and finesse than the Pezerolles, offering raspberry and iron notes and a whiff of licorice. Suave, broad and vinous; less fat but more subtle and nuanced than the Pezerolles. Elegant and bright on the back end, which features substantial but fine tannins. Classy Pommard in the making.”

R118 Ch. Langoa Barton (Cote d’Or) 2004 75.00

90 Points Robert Parker: “Another sleeper of the vintage from this somewhat under the radar step-child of Anthony Barton’s more famous Leoville Barton, the 2004 Langoa Barton exhibits deep, concentrated, chunky, black currant and cherry fruit intermixed with notions of forest floor and aged beef blood. This impressive, full-bodied, powerful, ageworthy St.-Julien is atypically backward and brooding. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2025+”

R27 Tollot-Beaut Savigny 1er Cru Les Lavières (Cotes du Beaune) 2005 83.00

R34 Dom. Taupenot-Merme Saint Romain (Cote d’Or) 2005 64.00 Vintages: Very deep intense purple colour. Intense, slightly spicy, youthful, plummy, cassis nose with some vanilla stick notes. Dry, medium bodied, quite well structured, youthful, plummy, dried red cherry flavours with a lingering finish.

R123 D. Louis Latour Beaune Perrières 1er Cru (Cote d’Or) 2005 78.00

R200 D. Louis Jadot Savigny les Beaune ‘La Dominode’ 1er Cru 2006 72.00 Jadot's 2006 Savigny-Les-Beaune La Dominode is predictably denser and meatier than the corresponding Guettes, as well as yet more inflected by mineral suggestions of sealing wax, chalk and salts. Bright fresh red raspberry fruit compliments low-toned rich, roasted meatiness with the mediation of those mineral notes, and this finishes with sustained, strong, lip-smacking savor and a dynamic, Riesling-like interplay of fruit and mineral elements. The structure here is sinewy but the texture seamless. This will probably be even better in a couple of years and be worth following for the better part of a decade. Speaking of which, Lardiere has begun working these vines biodynamically and claims you will see significant improvement in the next couple of years in this wine. Score - 91. (David Schildknecht, erobertparker.com, Dec. 2009)

R93 Dominique Piron Moulin-a-Vent Les Vignes du Vieux Bourg 2007 39.00

R122 D. Gachot-Monot Cotes de Nuits Villages 2007 63.00 Amazing red Burgundy value. Soft and caressing on the palate, with cherries, strawberries, red plums, currants and fresh minerals robe in a creamy flavor. Plenty of body for this price point. This is a true value not only for Burgundy, but also for Pinot Noir.

R60 Ch. Tour Pibran (Medoc) 2009 76.00 90 points: A major sleeper of the vintage from the owners of Pichon Longueville Baron, this blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon displays plenty of coffee bean, creme de cassis and sweet cherry notes in a very intense, full-bodied, opulent style. There is some serious power underlying the extravagant fruit. (Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, February 2012)

R247 Louis Jadot Bourgogne Pinot Noir (Beaujolais) 2013 36.00

R101 Louis Jadot Beaujolais Villages 2015 29.00

R160 Bouchard Père et Fils Meursault Genevrières 1er Cru 2011 117.00

R10 Bouchard Père et Fils Pinot Noir Bourgogne 2014 32.00

R142 Domaine Deliance Bourgogne Rouge 2013 75.00 R4 P. Chevrier Morgon Domaine de Sermezy 2013 41.00


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Côtes-du-Rhône

R81 Domaine J.L. Chave Hermitage Rouge (Northern Rhone) 2000 211.00 Score 96 Robert Parker: “Along with the single vineyard offerings from Michel Chapoutier, Chave’s 2000 Hermitage is a candidate for this appellation’s “wine of the vintage.” A dense ruby/purple color is accompanied by sumptuous aromas of licorice, blackberries, currants, spice box, and earth. Deep, full-bodied, and rich, with moderately high tannin, it is atypical for the vintage given its structure and density (two characteristics most 2000 northern Rhones lack). It is a brilliant achievement in a challenging year. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2035.”

R190 Domaine Patrick Jasmin Cote Rotie 2001 91.00 Robert Parker Score 90-92 “The 2001 Cote Rotie’s deep ruby color is accompanied by explosive aromas of sweet raspberry fruit intermixed with a hint of apricots (7-8% Viognier is added to the blend). Well-delineated and floral, with a cherry/raspberry fruit component beautifully displayed, this medium-bodied 2001 is not a blockbuster, but it wins the taster over with its delicacy and finesse.”

R186 Chateau La Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape 2012 73.00 Juicy and lively, with good energy coursing through the core of plum, anise, blackberry and fruitcake flavors, while sweet spice and juniper hints fill the finish. Offers a chewy feel without being heavy. Best from 2016 through 2023. Score - 91. (James Molesworth, winespectator.com, Sept. 30, 2015)

R213 Les Vins de Vienne Saint-Joseph L’Arzelle Syrah 2014 73.00

R16 Les Vins de Vienne Cotes du Rhone Les Cranilles 2014 51.00

R82 Domaine Brusset Gigondas 'Le Grand Montmirail' (Côtes-du-Rhône) 2007 78.00 The most recent vintage from this celebrated domaine, whose winemaker is considered by Clive Coates to be “one of the southern Rhone’s best.” A blend of low yielding, hand picked vines comprising 65% Grenache, 15% Syrah, 15% Mouvèdre and 5% Cinsault. The wine boasts a deep crimson colour, ripe red fruit aromas with a touch of mineral and vanilla. The palate is generously full-bodied with silky tannins and has an exceptionally well integrated finish. Definitely a find and a little gem at the price. Robert Parker writes on the 2007 vintage: "Throughout the southern Rhône, 2007 is the greatest vintage I have tasted in my thirty years working in that region."

R11 Perrin Reserve (Côtes-du-Rhône) V 26.00

R252 D. Grand Veneur Cotes du Rhone Reserve 2015 35.00

R162 Chapoutier Belleruche 2013 27.00

R91 Alain Graillot Crozes Hermitage Rouge (Northern Rhone) 2010 57.00 “This delivers a briar-framed core of plum sauce and anise, backed by sweet tobacco and light toasty vanilla bean on the finish, and there's good chalky minerality running underneath it all. Very solid. Drink now through 2018. 6,500 cases made." 90 points, Wine Spectator, Oct 2012

R6 Domaine Saint Michel (Cotes du Rhone) 2012 29.00 An outstanding cuvee from a small family estate, in a fantastic vintage. Run by the Boyers in their Medieval fortified

house in the Rhone valley. A delicious, classic red from southern Rhone. Made from Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault it is

fresh and fruity. Persisting aromas of red berries enhanced by the lingering fragrance of blackberries and cherries in

brandy. Soft tannins and ripe brambly fruit. Delicate and creamy mouthfeel

R49 Alain Graillot St. Joseph Rouge (Northern Rhône) 2010 $63.00 "This kicks off with a lively licorice snap note, followed by mouthwatering plum skin, linzer torte and boysenberry confiture notes, all framed by a well-embedded mesquite edge through the finish. Offers solid grip. Best from 2013 through 2022. 650 cases made." 92 points, Wine Spectator, Oct 2012

Cahors R163 Ch. De Gaudou Renaissance Cahors 2013 63.00

"Fresh, perfumed and intricate, the nose is packed with dark black fruits, a generous helping of nutmeg and

spice and all interlaced with polished oak. The palate offers lovely depth and complexity with concentrated fruit,

silky tannins and beautiful mineral freshness. A serious wine, and will keep for 3-5 years." 95 points / Gold

Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards 2016


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Roussillon R207 M. Chaputier les Vignes de Bila-Haut Cotes du Roussillon Villages 2014 26.00N

France-Sud

R23 Les Jamelles Merlot V 25.00

Languedoc

R74 Doudet-Naudin Pinot Noir Vin de France 2015 32.00

ARGENTINA

R107 Alamos Seleccion Malbec, Bodega Catena Zapata 2013 25.00

The 2008 Alamos Malbec has a dark, blackish purple color. The nose shows ripe black fruits, black pepper spice and floral notes. The mouthfeel is full yet soft and supple, with black raspberry and currant flavors mingled with notes of sweet spice and a touch of leather. The finish is long and persistent with soft, sweet tannins.

R151 Salentein Malbec Reserva 2014 32.00

R116 Kaiken Ultra Malbec V 35.00 The 2008 Alamos Malbec has a dark, blackish purple color. The nose shows ripe black fruits, black pepper spice and floral notes. The mouthfeel is full yet soft and supple, with black raspberry and currant flavors mingled with notes of sweet spice and a touch of leather. The finish is long and persistent with soft, sweet tannins.

AUSTRALIA

R57 Katnook Founder’s Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra) 2005 28.00

Semi-opaque dark plum colour; aroma of baking spices, mocha and stewed plums; medium-full bodied with ripe core of dark berries. Serving Suggestion Grilled lamb chops with a red wine reduction

R110 Rochford ‘Latitude’ Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley) 2005 32.00 Mid cherry red in colour and of brilliant clarity. The nose shows distinct Point Noir fruit being a combination of lifted cherry and spice complexed with hints of forest floor and toasty oak. The palate is rich and soft with fine savoury note. Fine grape tannins support a long clean finish

R182 Brokenwood Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz (Hunter Valley) 2007 148.00 96 pts James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion; 93 pts Wine Advocate The Wine Enthusiast: “One of the Hunter Valley’s top bottlings, Brokenwood’s Graveyard Vineyard is still marked by hints of toasty oak at this young stage in its evolution. Vanilla accents lifted sour cherry and cranberry aromas, but on the palate the flavors darken and deepen, trending toward black cherries and plum. Has a nicely balanced, silky texture in the mouth, then a firm, long finish suggesting cellaring. Drink 2012-2025. Cellar Selection”

R22 Mitchell Peppertree Shiraz (Clare Valley) 2008 55.00 The nose and palate of the Peppertree Shiraz show the spicy peppery characters of high-class Shiraz. The wine is full flavoured and has a soft almost velvety palate, which makes the wine. Easy to drink in its youth.


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R202 Cullen Diana Madeline Cab/Merlot (Margaret River) 2009 126.00 Langtons Classification 2005 - "Exceptional" Vanya Cullen has taken her cabernet merlot into the top echelon of Australian cabernet through determination and superb technical skills. The vineyard site is planted on granitic soils in the central Willyabrup subregion of Margaret River. Cullen has adopted biodynamic viticulture principles to "achieve greater individuality of site through working with nature rather than against it". This estate style is about freshness and complexity, structure and suppleness. There are cassis and cedar aromas with fine, beautifully ripe tannins, and earthy, anise, gamy aromas and flavours develop with age. Named for Diana Cullen, who established the winery and vineyard with her husband in 1966.

R176 Penfolds Thomas Hyland Shiraz 2009 32.00 The Thomas Hyland Shiraz is buoyant with a fresh style that contains plenty of juicy blackberry fruit aromas and flavours, chocolaty, ripe tannins and some savoury oak nuances. This shiraz is sourced predominantly from the Barossa, McLaren Vale and upper Adelaide regions, and is a beautifully bright, fruit-driven wine, well-made and generous.

R178 Kilikanoon Killerman’s Run Shiraz (Clare Valley) 2009 32.00 “Look no further for your favourite Aussie red! Since 2001 this wine has been awarded scores of 90 and up in Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate. By sourcing grapes from prime Australian vineyards and ageing the wine for up to two years in small French and American oak barrels, Kilikanoon crafts a fruit driven Shiraz. Densely flavoured with smoky black fruit, spices and toasted oak, pair this wine with Roast beef or aged hard cheeses.” Vintages.

R177 Mitolo ‘The Jester’ Shiraz (McLaren Vale) 2010 36.00 “This full-bodied, juicy Shiraz delivers upfront and approachable aromas of chocolate-covered dark cherries, anise, allspice, coffee and hints of oak. Mitolo continues to garner international accolades under the talented hands of winemaker Ben Glaetzer and owner Frank Mitolo. Every vintage from 2001 through 2007 has received a score of 90 or above from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate. Pairs with your best prime rib or grilled rare tuna steaks.” Vintages.

R103 Spinifex Papillon (Barossa Valley) 2010 58.00 “Crystal clear, light, bright purple; a Grenache/Cinsaut/Carignan/Shiraz blend; the flowery red berry bouquet is followed by a light- to medium-bodied palate that has an overall savoury personality, even though the red fruit notes are still important; filigree tannins on the very long finish. Drink [until] 2020.” Score - 94. (James Halliday, winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 11, 2011)

R159 Terlato & Chapoutier Lieu dit Malakoff Shiraz (Victoria-Pyranees) 2010 80.00 “These Chapoutier wines are sometimes reviewed by my colleagues David Schildknect in his Languedoc-Roussillon report and Lisa Perrotti-Brown in her reviews of Australian wines, so I will just list the wines, my score, and the region from which they emerge. They are of very high quality and deserve readers' attention. Hopefully my prose has convinced more than a handful of readers to try these remarkable wines from one of the most fascinating and compelling personalities in the entire wine world, and one dedicated to the highest quality.” Score - 97. (Robert Parker Jr., erobertparker.com, Dec. 2011)

R33 First Drop Fat of the Land Ebenezer Shiraz 2010 101.00 Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2010 Fat of the Land Ebenezer Shiraz exudes blackberry tart, crushed black currants and dried mint aromas with an undercurrent of forest floor, cedar and lavender. Full-bodied and tightly-knit with a crisp acid line and firm, rounded tannins it is finishing long and layered. Drink it from 2014 to 2024. Score - 95. (Lisa Perrotti-Brown, MW, erobertparker.com, Feb. 2013)

R155 Oakridge Wines Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley) 2010 67.00 As with all the '10 Oakridge pinots, brilliantly clear; it is also very complex, especially on the palate, where fine, foresty flavours ex both fruit and tannins command attention all the way through to the long, lingering finish. Drink to 2017. Score - 95. (James Halliday, winecompanion.com.au, Aug. 11, 2011)

R36 Shaw & Smith Shiraz 2010 72.00 This label has, in a very short time, established itself as one of Australia's greatest expressions of Shiraz and this 2010 may just be the best to date. Certainly it has a tough act to follow with the last seven vintages rating 94 (2004), 95 (2005), 97 (2006), 96 (2007), 94 (2008), 97 (2009) in the James Halliday Wine Companion. On the 2010 vintage, Ben Edwards in the Halliday Companion writes "a complex bouquet, with a wealth of red and black fruits, spice and ironstone complexity; the medium to full bodied palate is fleshy, silky, rich and almost hedonistic in its appeal; long, languid and beautifully detailed from start to finish; excellent viticulture and winemaking in total harmony. Drink by:

2025" and 96 Points to boot, which is a huge score in context for Edwards.


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R131 Heartland Coast and Creek Shiraz (South Australia) 2012 34.00 Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2012 Shiraz explodes with creme de cassis, blueberry pie and mint aromas accented by hints of licorice and dark chocolate. Full-bodied, rich and packed with warm black and blueberry fruit flavors, it has a medium to firm level of fine, rounded tannins and a long, spicy finish with lively lift. Drink it now to 2018+. Score - 91. (Lisa Perrotti-Brown, MW, erobertparker.com, May 2014)

R130 Mount Benson Shiraz (Clare Valley) 2012 34.00 This Shiraz benefits from the unique characteristics of two superb South Australian wine regions. Mt Benson contributes with lifted dark berry fruit flavours and deep purple colour intensity, while the Clare Valley enhances with richness, complexity of flavour and firm tannins. Elegantly full bodied with lifted juicy blackberry, plum and mulberry flavours, further complexed by a hint of eucalypt and charred oak with firm tannins to complement the lingering fruit and spice. Perfectly paired with barbecued foods, richly flavoured red meats and game birds. Gold Medal / Shiraz of the Year - New York International Wine Competition 2014

R169 Shingleback Haycutters Shiraz (McLaren Vale) 2015 48.00

CANADA Ontario

R154 Hardie Niagara Region VQA Unfiltered Pinot Noir 2009 65.00

R99 Henry of Pelham Cabernet/Merlot Meritage 2014 25.00 *

R73 Hidden Bench Terroir Cache Meritage 2011 60.00 *

R83 Hidden Bench Locust Lane Pinot Noir 2011 66.00 *

R181 Pearl Morissette Vineyard Cuvee Metis 2013 39.00

R64 Rosehall Run Defiant Pinot Noir blend 29.00

CHILE

R46 Pérez Cruz Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 27.00 A well-established joint venture between Chile's Vina Concha y Toro and France's Baron Philippe de Rothschild continues to make its complex, concentrated blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and cabernet franc one of the LCBO’s best value offerings.

R146 Santa Ema Amplus One 2007 55.00 Score: 90 points, Jay Miller (Jun 2009) The Wine Advocate. “Santa Ema makes reliably excellent wines at fair prices from the bottom to the top of its portfolio. The 2007 Amplus One is composed of 75% Carmenere, 20% Syrah, and 5% Carignan. It spent 12 months in 70% new French oak. The bouquet includes mineral, earth notes, coffee, roasted herbs, and blueberry. Supple-textured, complex, and full-flavored, this nicely balanced wine will evolve for several years and drink well through 2020”

R86 Echeverria Cabernet Reserva 2007 28.00 Bright ruby red with purple hues. Intense aromas of strawberries, blackberries and cherries, blend smoothly with notes of coffee and tobacco. Round and silky on the palate, it has a fulfilling mouthful and a delicious and persistent finish


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R26 Carmen Gran Reserva Cabernet 2008 28.00 Deep red/violet colour; aromas of plum, blackberry fruit, leather and mocha; dry medium to full body, ripe cassis,

blackberry and mint flavours, well balanced with moderate tannins. Serve with Lamb, roast duck and other rich poultry dishes.

R109 Casa Silva Los Lingues Gran Reserva Carmenère 2008 25.00 Saturated ruby. Expansive aromas of spicy red berries, candied cherry, white pepper and Asian spices. The palate offers sweet raspberry and candied cherry flavours, with a floral quality building on the back half and lingering on the finish, whre it’s joined by repeating spice notes. Score 90 (Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, March/April 2010)

R175 Viña Echeverria Carmenère Central Valley 2009 25.00 Red violet colour with intense purple gleams. Complex on the nose, this Carmenère combines intense aromas of raspberries and cherry confiture with ripe red bell peppers and hints of black pepper. Smooth and velvety, it is a well balanced wine with a long and pleasant finish.

R105 Montes Classic Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 25.00 Deep ruby red color with layers of caramel, cinnamon, and hints of mint, this Montes Classic Series Cabernet Sauvignon has a prevalence of fruit over oak. Fruity sophistication expressing the terroir of the Colchagua valley, this wine has solid and friendly, ripe tannins.

R145 Santa Ema Amplus Cabernet 2010 32.00

R68 Errazuriz Don Maximiano Founders Reserve 2012 110.00 90 pts Wine Enthusiast

R180 Errazuriz Aconagua Alto Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 31.00

R63 Errazuriz La Cumbre Syrah 2012 118.00 92 pts Wine Enthusiast

R80 Errazuriz Kai Carmenere 2012 186.00 (92 pts Wine Enthusiast)

R25 Errazuriz Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 25.00

ITALY Tuscany

R185 Antinori Badia a Passignano Chianti Classico Riservo 2009 68.00 * The estate's 2009 Chianti Classico Riserva Badia a Passignano bursts from the glass with expressive dark cherries,

plums, flowers and cloves. The Badia a Passignano is a bit brighter and more focused than the Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva, largely because it is 100% Sangiovese. Hints of tobacco, leather and cedar add further nuances on the soft, resonant finish. Over the last few years, the Badia a Passignano has been one of the most improved wines in the Antinori range. Drink: 2014-2024. Score - 92. (Antonio Galloni, vinousmedia.com, Aug. 2013)

R75 Antinori “Guado al Tasso” 3 ltr Jereboam 1998 521.00 * Notes as above

R144 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2000 202.00 * Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Jul/Aug 03 Rated: 93 Intense dark ruby. Dark berry fruit and exotic spice scents fill the high-toned, penetrating nose. Offers a deep core of beautifully delineated blackberry and blackcurrant flavors layered with bell pepper, dark chocolate and minerals. Smooth tannins frame the very long finish, leaving one with the impression of persistence and balance.

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R69 Avignonesi Merlot Toro Desiderio 2003 88.00 This is an intense wine produced mainly from Merlot with a dash of Cabernet Sauvignon. For those people who enjoy the finer wines of Pomerol then this is for you. It is barrique-aged for about 30 months with a further refinement in bottle for six months prior to release. International Wine Cellar (Stephen Tanzer) rated the 2003 bottling of this wine 92 points. "A fruit bomb, with loads of coffee and intense blackberry character. Full-bodied, thick and very jammy, with loads of fruit and flavour. I like the jammy Aussie style of this. Still fresh at the end. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best after 2008"

R38 Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino 2004 170.00 95 pts Wine Spectator: “Displays complex aromas of blackberry and cherry, with a hint of licorice.Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a delicious finish of wonderful yet subtle fruit. Well-integrated and beautiful. Everything is in the right place.” Best after 2011-2014 through 2024.

94 pts Robert Parker: “The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino is simply beautiful. Now that the wine is in the bottle it is even better than when I tasted it from barrel. Firm but silky tannins frame a core of ripe dark fruit as this powerful yet elegant Brunello opens up in the glass. Smoke, cured meats, earthiness and graphite develop in the glass, adding further complexity. Sweet roses and spices linger on the long, refined finish. This is a big structured Brunello, and like all of Abbruzzese’s wines, it needs at least a few years of bottle age before it offers its finest drinking.”

R115 Querciabella Camartina 2006 148.00 Camartina is a SuperTuscan blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon with the remainder, vintage dependant, consisting of Merlot and Syrah. The wine is only released in the best vintages and was not made in 1989, 1992 and 1998. Average production is around 3,000 cases. Three Glasses, Three Glasses "Plus", Three Glasses "Green" - 2011 Gambero Rosso; "Grande Vino" - Slow Wine 2010; 5/5 Grappoli - Duemilavini 2010 (Italian Sommelier's Association)

R100 Giramonte Toscana Frescobaldi 2007 105.00 94 points – Wine Spectator

R235 Tenuta Il Borro Toscana 2008 83.00 Ruby red colour with purple reflections. Intense nose of spice and ripe fruit predominantly blackberry with a hint of other wild berries. On the palate it is full bodied with a good balance of warmth and tannins that complement each other. Good persistence with a spicy, fruity finish.

R90 E. Banfi Carato IGT Toscana 2012 28.00 This silky smooth blend of Tuscan goodness is mostly Sangiovese with some Merlot and a touch of Syrah to round things out. It has a bright red fruit flavors, light tannins and a smooth finish that makes this wine incredibly drinkable. While delicious on its own, like most Italian reds this wine really comes to life with food. We suggest trying it with pasta, lamb or young cheese.

R32 Chianti Classico Poggerino 2012 53.00

R65 Chianti Classico Poggerino Riserva 2013 78.00

R173 Fonterutoli Chianti Classico 375ml 2014 28.00 Piedmont

R79 Gaja Sori Tildin 1998 392.00 * Chocolate, coffee, smoke, licorice, and tobacco characteristics are found in the complex, deep purple-colored 1998 Sori Tildin. Surprisingly seductive for such a young wine, it exhibits abundant aromatic fireworks, fabulous fruit concentration, a layered opulence, more intensity, glycerin, and depth than the Costa Russi, and a spectacularly long finish. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2025. Score 95, Robert Parker

R24 Gaja Sori Tildin 1999 424.00 * The 1999 Sori Tildin, is notably more powerful on the nose and more complex as well, with balsamic and esin sensations to accompany the mocha and vanilla. Rounder and ampler than Costa Russi, it is concentrated, sumptuous, and sensual as well as long and fresh on the development and finish. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2018. Score 93, Daniel Thomases – The Wine Advocate


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R35 Gaja Darmagi 1999 315.00 *

The wine press seems to have lost interest in Gaja’s Cabernet Sauvignon, but the 1999 Darmagi is the finest since the duo made in 1988 and 1989. A deep, inky ruby with black berry fruit, light herbs, and sweet oak, it is currently slightly closed up and austere, but with a brooding authority which promises well for the future. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2025. Score 91, Daniel Thomases – the Wine Advocate

R66 Cantina Mosparone Albugnano 2009 60.00

R106 Fratelli & Borgogno Barbera d'Alba Superiore 2012 45.00

R187 Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalletto 2012 146.00 *

R17 Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Enrico VI 2013 143.00 *

R184 Cordero di Montezemolo Langhe Nebbiolo 2015 88.00 *

Apuglia

R20 Li Veli ‘Pezzo Morgana’ Salice Salentino 2004 37.00 This is Negroamaro at its finest. Separate lots are aged in both wood (for complexity) and steel (for freshness) before being blended. This wine is beautiful to the eye with a core of deep ruby with some garnet notes at the rim. Negroamaro is renowned for its highly perfumed, lingering sweet fruity notes, and "Pezzo Morgana" does not disappoint. The flavours are well-balanced, with ripe fruit cake and nuances of bitter chocolate, and the overall mouthfeel is rich and velvety.

Tommasi

R85 Tommasi Valpolicella Ripasso 2012 36.00 Campania

R209 Mastroberardino Taurasi Radici Riserva Antonio 2008 93.00 Veneto R172 La Collina dei Ciliegi Valpolicella DOC 2015 59.00

"Light red fruit notes come through on the savoury nose, with a real freshness to it. Soft tannins and a savoury

freshness are also present on the palate, balanced by the fruit on the finish." 92 points - Decanter, Oct 2016

LEBANON R41 Hochar Pere et Fils Chateau Musar (Bekaa Valley) 2009 59.00

NEW ZEALAND R48 Fromm Vineyard La Strada Pinot Noir 2000 90.00

Multi-layered, refined Pinot Noir, intense yet discreet flavours of spice and dark fruit with persistent ripe tannin support. (November 2001)


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R39 Hunter’s Pinot Noir (Marlborough) 2010 37.00 Rich ripe plum, berry and subtle forest floor aromas marry together for a smooth medium bodied Pinot Noir. The palate shows persistent rich cherry/plum flavours and mild spicy oak making an enjoyable and easy drinking wine. “If there is one company that started the whole international story called Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc it is Hunter’s – they got the magic started”. Bob Campbell MW

R104 Staete Landt ‘Map Maker’ Pinot Noir (Central Otago) 2009 53.00

PORTUGAL

Jancis Robinson has declared that “a revolution has been taking place in the vineyards and cellars of Portugal”. These wines prove that she is right.

R13 Quinto do Villado Adelaide Tinto 2011 84.00 Tangy and fruity with plenty of dark fruits and lemon undertones. Full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Lovely balance. Drink or hold. 91 James Suckling

R59 Conde de Vimioso Red 2012 26.00 R206 Jose Maria de Fonseca Alambra Muscatel de Setubal 29.00

SPAIN R76 Torres Grans Muralles 1999 84.00

Alluring and elegant. A modern-style wine with distinctive regional flavors. Smoky chocolate notes from new oak frame intriguing notes of wild berry, mountain herbs and minerals. Focused and still fresh..--Thomas Matthews 93 points The Wine Advocate

R135 B. Resalte de Peñafiel Reserva 2004 80.00 “Toasty, smoky notes frame a fresh core of black cherry and plum in this firm, vibrant red. Lively acidity keeps this juicy and refreshing, yet plenty of concentration provides depth. Harmonious and long. Drink now through 2016.” Score 94, Thomas Matthews, winespectator.com Aug 2010

R43 Casado Morales Selecciόn Privada 2005 57.00 The 2005 Seleccion Privada is a blend of 60% Tempranillo and 40% Graciano. Purple-colored, it surrenders a lovely aromatic array of wood smoke, incense, brier, lavender, black cherry, and blackberry. Medium-bodied and elegant on the palate, this concentrated effort conceals enough structure to blossom for another 4-5 years. It will offer a drinking window extending from 2014 to 2025. Score - 93. (Jay Miller, erobertparker.com, June 2010)

R47 Castano La Casona Monastrell (Yecla) 2009 25.00 The miracles performed at Bodegas Castano have attracted the attention of leading critics, opinion-leaders and buyers the around the world. Nobody can believe just how wines this good, at prices this cheap, can be produced, and all in a region that was until recently wholly unknown to anyone involved with quality wine. -erobertparker 90pts: "Dark fruit, pepper spice and leather nose, dry, med-ripe tannins, med-full body, intense, and fresh finish."

R14 Clos Figueras Priorat Tinto Font de la Figuera 2007 81.00 “Lively and expressive, this red brims with wild berry, mountain herb, mineral, smoke and black pepper flavors. Though supple, it has a firm grip and juicy acidity, with a long, vibrant finish. Drink now through 2017. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 720 cases made.” 93 points, Wine Spectator

R5 Tilenus Envejecido en Roble 2007 32.00 “The 2007 Envejecido en Roble exhibits a perfume of toasty oak, Asian spices, lilacs, and black raspberry. In the glass it displays layers of spicy fruit, a hint of minerality, and a sense of elegance. Nicely proportioned and lengthy, it is likely to evolve for 1-2 years and offer prime drinking from 2013 to 2022.” Score - 91. (Jay Miller, erobertparker.com, June 2011)


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R7 Del Quorum Nacido del Quorum Seleccion 2007 34.00 “Dark ruby in color, it sports an inviting nose of wood smoke, incense, Asian spices, black cherry, and blueberry. This leads to a supple, ripe, velvety-textured wine with ample spicy black and blue fruit flavors and a finish with no hard edges. It is likely to evolve for 1-2 years and should offer prime drinking from 2011 to 2019.” Score - 90. (Jay Miller, erobertparker.com, April 2010)

R153 Luis Canas Crianza Rioja 2011 32.00

R28 J. Palacios Pétalos Bierzos 2011 53.00 The wine is very aromatic and flowery (violets), almost heady, with clear notes of blueberries and licorice. The oak is perfectly integrated, almost imperceptible, save for a touch of spices and a lactic hint denoting a very young wine. It has a medium body, with a thick silky texture, is very tasty, with some acidic strawberry flavors. This is one of my go-to wines at restaurant lists, as it offers very good value for money and is widely available in Spain (and elsewhere, I hope!), as 320,000 bottles were produced. This could very well be the best Petalos produced to date. Drink now through 2019. Score - 92. (Luis Gutierrez, erobertparker.com, Aug. 2013)

R251 Barahonda Barrica Monastrell 2011 32.00

The 2011 Barrica (75% Monastrell and 25% Syrah) is the richest and densest. It offers up camphor, pepper, bouquet garni, roasted meat, black currant and earthy blue fruit. Full-bodied, chewy and mouth-filling, this is a big, well-balanced wine that represents a super value. Drink it over the next 2-4 years. Score - 92. (Robert Parker Jr., erobertparker.com, Aug. 2013)

R121 Finca La Emperatriz Crianza 2012 35.00

R125 Finca La Emperatriz Reserva 2012 60.00

R92 Bodegas Castaño Hecula Old Vines Monastrell 2012 25.00 "The basic offering from proprietor Ramon Castano Santa, who owns a whopping 1,000 acres in Yecla, is the 2012 Hecula, which is sourced from a non-irrigated, single vineyard planted with 100% Monastrell. Aged in both tank and French oak, it comes from 60-80-year-old vines planted in limestone soils at a relatively high elevation of over 1,600 feet. Its opaque purple color is followed by copious aromas of blueberries, black raspberries, camphor, licorice, white flowers and a chalky limestone/dusty character. Full-bodied, rich and well-balanced, it is an incredible value." 91 points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, Nov 2013

R52 Barahonda Carro 2014 36.00 "The 2014 Carro is a ridiculous value in a full-bodied, complex, rich and savory dry red wine. Dense ruby/purple

with notes of blackberry and blueberry fruit, licorice and camphor, the wine is totally unoaked and naked. This

is a beauty of purity and richness and just goes to show what one can buy if careful with researching importers.

Drink it over the next several years." 90 Points – Robert Parker

R134 Barahonda Campo Arriba Old Vines 2014 53.00

"The 2014 Campo Arriba comes from one of the highest elevations in Yecla and it's a blend of 70% Mourvèdre,

20% Syrah and 10% Grenache aged three months in small French oak. This winery, started in 1925 by the Candela

family, has really hit pay day with this amazing value. Blackberries, blueberries, acacia flowers, and chalky

minerality dominate the aromatics and flavors. It is full-bodied, the price is absurdly low for a wine of this quality,

and I suspect it can age nicely for another 5-6 years, although its true value is its exuberance, fruit purity and

density." 93 points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, Nov 2015


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UNITED STATES California

R29 Cain Cellars ‘Cain Five’ (Napa Valley) 1993 $172.00 * Produced from the five grape varieties permitted to be used in Bordeaux (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec), this wine is an opaque purple colour, with a complex nose dominated by aromas of cassis. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it displays generous black fruits, well integrated acidity, subtle French oak and soft tannins. All of these elements are well balanced, resulting in cellar-worthy wine that is also enjoyable now.

R67 Cain Cellars ‘Cain Five’ (Napa Valley) 1999 138.00 *

R62 Clos Du Val Cabernet Sauvignon Stag’s Leap (Napa Valley) 1998 134.00 *

R61 Clos Du Val Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (Napa Valley) 1998 188.00 *

R133 Origin Napa Paramount (Napa Valley) 2001 135.00 48% Merlot 44% Cabernet, 6%Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot. 415 cases produced.

R132 Origin Napa Heritage Sites (Napa Valley) 2001 88.00 55% Merlot, 43% Cabernet,, 2% Cabernet Franc. 762 cases produced

R174 Cuvaison Estate Pinot Noir 2013 (Napa) 2013 59.00 90 points. A light, straightforward and focused wine, 100% varietal, this offers cranberry, mushroom and a complexity of tannin and oak. High acidity dances around fresh layers of strawberry and raspberry on the palate, with a grippy, cinnamon-spiced finish. (Wine Enthusiast)

R95 Marimar Don Miguel Vinyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) 2005 74.00 This vintage shows amazing depth, with aromas of faded roses and black cherry. The palate is velvety and rich, with firm tannins and toasty oak rounding out the silky mouthfeel. Notes of mocha and spice show up in the end and contribute complexity to this captivating Pinot Noir.

R210 Cherry Pie Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros) 2012 88.00 "Pale-medium bright red. Aromas of raspberry, brown spices and underbrush are lifted by a floral note. Silky and light on its feet, with ripe acidity framing the rich, sweet flavors of red berries, red cherry and earth. Offers good fat without excess weight, finishing with a fine dusting of tannins and very good length. Sweeter and more expansive than the 2011 bottling. Jayson Woodbridge's pinots have gotten much subtler and more perfumed in recent vintages." 90 Points (Wine Enthusiast)

R129 Joseph Phelps Insignia Estate Bottled 2005 228.00 Score 95+ points Robert Parker (Nov 2013): “The wine possesses a European-like structure because of the firm tannins and slight austerity, but it exhibits a beautiful density of fruit. Not yet an adolescent, this youthful 2005 reveals an inky/purple color as well as notes of lead pencil shavings, charcoal, black currants, cedar and underbrush. Full and rich, but backward and structured, it needs to be forgotten for another 3-4 years, and drunk over the following 25 years. An extraordinary amount of rain fell between January and June of 2005, causing some flooding in lower areas of Napa Valley. The flowering was enormous and it was clear a potentially huge crop was in store for growers unless crop-thinning was employed. The warm summer, with a few heat spikes in July and August, was followed by a cooling trend that ushered in a perfect Indian Summer that allowed growers to extend their hang-time, and harvest throughout the month of October. Some of the mountain vineyards did not finish picking until mid-November – very late for Napa. The 2005 Insignia, made from 100% estate fruit, is composed of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot and 1% Merlot that achieved 14.5% natural alcohol. It was aged 24 months in 100% new French oak.”

R8 Kenwood Yulupa Merlot (Sonoma County) 2007 31.00 "Fruity aromas of figs and plums with more complex notes of fresh herbs, well balanced tannins and rich mouth feel give way to a long, elegant finish."

R140 Cakebread Cellars Dancing Bear Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa) 2007 149.00 Score 91 points Robert Parker “The dense purple-colored 2007 Dancing Bear Ranch Proprietary Red reveals more chocolate fudge and coffee notes. It does not have the nuances or complexity of the Benchland Select or the sheer joy of the Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, but there is a lot going on in this cuvee. Slightly monolithic, it is well-endowed, rich and full, so my rating may be slightly conservative.”


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R51 Jonata Todos Vineyard Blend (Santa Ynez Valley) 2008 81.00 “The 2008 Todos (mostly Syrah) bursts from the glass with expressive blackberries, blueberries, smoke, tar and incense.

It is an exotic, full-bodied wine supported by considerable freshness and vibrancy. A clean, layered finish rounds things out nicely. In 2008 the blend is 65% Syrah, 17% Cab Sauv, 5% Merlot and the rest assorted other varietals.” 92 pts The Wine Advocate, Aug 2011

R139 La Sangre de Jonata Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley) 2008 162.00 Score 95 Robert Parker: “The 2008 La Sangre de Jonata is a huge, opulent wine. Layers of blue and black fruit, graphite and licorice flow from this large-scaled, muscular Syrah. This is a super-ripe style that needs a few years in bottle to settle down. It is also the only wine I tasted where the alcohol is slightly intrusive. La Sangre de Jonata is 98% Syrah and 2% Viognier. The wine was aged in medium-sized barrels, 50% new. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2022.”

R44 L. de Lyeth Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley) 2009 32.00 Delicious, complex hints of plum, cherry, blackberry and truffle. Rich and concentrated with layers of juicy plum, black currant and coffee nuances. A gorgeous, medium-bodied wine that finishes with polished tannins allowing the ripe fruit flavors to show through.

R148 Calera Ryan Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mt. Harlan) 2009 78.00 Score 93 points The Wine Advocate: “The 2009 Pinot Noir Ryan Vineyard shows off layers of sweet tobacco, crushed flowers, leather, spices and dried cherries. The 100% whole clusters come through on the saline, floral-infused finish. Bottle age should help the stems to integrate and the tannins to soften. Ryan is Calera’s highest altitude site. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024.”

R94 Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 98.00 "Supple and creamy-textured, with mocha, ripe plum and cherry flavours that show touches of tobacco, espresso and underbrush. Full-bodied, gaining tannic traction on the finish, elegant and readily approachable. Drink now through 2018." Wine Spectator, 91 points.

R18 Ch. Montelena Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 81.00 "The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon is wonderfully supple and fragrant. Silky tannins frame a core of expressive dark red fruit. Floral and spice notes are nicely woven throughout. This textured, gracious Cabernet Sauvignon should continue to age gracefully for another 7-10 years, but it is awfully good right now. The blend includes 7% Merlot and 1.5% Cabernet Franc in 2009. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2019." 91 points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, Dec 2011

R50 Sterling Vintner’s Merlot (Central Coast) 26.00 o/s

R55 Firestone Cabernet Franc (Santa Barbara) 2010 75.00

R1 Firestone Chairman’s Merlot (Santa Barbara) 2010 94.00

R113 Firestone Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara) 2010 32.00

R77 Fuse Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) 2011 66.00

R136 Trim Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 34.00

R96 Signorello Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa) 2012 148.00 Mae in a good structural style with plenty of barrique in the background as well as lots of blackcurrant, licorice, new saddle leather and spice this tastes like a Cab Sauv made by one of Italian origin. I say that because of its tannic structure and spice. This serious full-bodied, concentrated 2012 will benefit from 2-3 years of bottle age, and should drink well for two decades. Robert Parker, October 2014

R114 Grayson Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 45.00

R119 Sextant Zinfandel (Central Coast) 2013 38.00 This wine from San Ardo Ranch in the San Lucas appellation wins against Zins twice the price. Black cherry and blackberry aromas meet with sensuous lilacs and wet asphalt on the nose. The palate's cherry juice front quickly turns to tobacco, dried blueberry and a tarry, dried-berry finish. Editors' Choice. Score - 90. (Matt Kettman, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 31, 2015)

R56 McManis Cabernet Sauvignon (Jan Joachin Valley) V 32.00 In February 2005, Robert Parker commented on the quality/price relationship, "California does not produce many value-priced wines so it is nice to see this pleasant palatable quartet from McManis Family Vineyards."


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R19 Bogle Vineyards Petite Sirah 2014 52.00 Deep purple color. Fruity, attractive aromas and flavors of blueberry and cherry pies a la mode and toffee with a silky, tangy, fruity medium body and a sleek, refreshing, medium-long spiced oranges and apples, vanilla toffee, and nutskin finish with fine, chewy tannins and light oak. A silky, vibrantly fruity, crowd-pleasing red

R117 Ryder Estate Merlot (Central Coast) 2014 59.00 The 2014 Ryder Estate Merlot has pure red fruit aromas with vibrant flavors of black cherry and raspberry and

a soft-on-the palate feel. It is a wonderfully balanced wine with lush fruit features and a subtle spiciness and

earthiness. 95 points / Best of Class of Region - California State Fair International Wine Competition 2016

Gold Medal / Best of Class - Dan Berger's International Wine Competition 2016

R126 Ryder Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast) 2014 59.00 The 2014 Ryder Estate Cabernet Sauvignon is full-bodied and elegant, with aromas of black currants and dark

cherries accented by hints of chocolate and vanilla. Bright flavors of blackberries and blueberries create a lush

mid-palate and the soft tannins lead into a smooth, savory finish. 95 points / Gold Medal- California State Fair

2017

R53 Hendry HRW Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) 2014 81.00 R78 Ballard Lane Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 41.00


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White Wines

FRANCE Bordeaux W79 Ch. Graville Lacoste (Graves) 2008 41.00

Bright, clean and refreshing with citrus fruit on the poalate, infused with a bright crystalline mineral edge. Gobs of texture in spite of the crispness of fruit.

W10 D. de Chevalier Clos des Lunes Lune d’Argent 2014 56.00 "This delivers a pure blast of just-baked shortbread, along with racy yellow apple, fennel, mirabelle plum and white peach flavors. The long finish lets everything play out wonderfully. Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc. Drink now through 2022." 93 points - Wine Spectator, March 2017

Burgundy

Chablis produces white wines made from the Chardonnay grape. These are classified (in descending order of quality) as Grand Cru, Premier Cru, Chablis and Petit Chablis. With an aroma reminiscent of wet stones, Chablis derives its uniqueness from the chalk soil in which the vines are grown. Unlike white Burgundy from the Côte d’Or, Chablis is typically lean and zesty. Not all Chablis wines are aged in oak.

W14 Bouchard Père et Fils Pouilly-Fuissé (Mâconnais) 2004 53.00

W76 Chartron Bourgogne “Clos de la Combe” (Côte d’Or) 2007 53.00

W202 J. Drouhin Laforet Bourgogne Chardonnay (Chablis) 2008 36.00 Laforêt Bourgogne Chardonnay from Maison Joseph DROUHIN is made from 100 % Chardonnay grapes, picked by hand, coming from all over Burgundy. It derives its bouquet and taste from various "terroirs" ; its general character from Mâcon, its crispy structure from Chablis, its body from Rully, Chassagne and Puligny-Montrachet depending on certain vintages, and its overall nascent complexity from the young vines of Joseph Drouhin`s own "Crus". The Laforêt Burgundy white is an aromatic wine, with robust flavors and fruit, recalling the fresh grape and the green almond. "Fruity and full of life. This is a classical white Burgundy and a good entry level wine for Burgundy in general. The colour is golden yellow, with a greenish glint. The aromas are reminiscent of fresh grape and green almond. Elegant texture".

W101 Louis Jadot Pernand Vergelesses Blanc Clos de la Croix de Pierrre 2011 66.00

W47 D. Christian Moreau Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru 2012 116.00 95 Points Decanter’s Stephen Brook “From one hectare within Les Clos. Firm, rather closed nose, with a touch of oak. Rich, imposing, very concentrated and taut. Nutty and mineral on the palate, with some bracing austerity. Fine balance and potential, with a very long refined finish.”

W84 William Fevre Chablis ‘Les Lys’ Premier Cru 2011 74.00 Stephen Tanzer rates this 91-93 points, with best drinking 2013-2023

W54 Domaine Albert Mann Auxerrois Vieilles Vignes 2011 & 2012 58.00 90 points - Wine Spectator, Oct 2012 "Lightly juicy, offering a lovely mix of ripe pear, honey, orange peel and

blanched almond flavors, with delicate acidity that leaves a mouthwatering impression on the mineral-tinged finish.

Drink now through 2014."

W9 Louis Latour Chardonnay (Chablis) 2014 37.00 Deep straw colour; citrus, melon fruit, anise and flinty aromas and flavours with hints of vanilla and nuts; cry, medium bodied with crisp and clean acidity. Serving Suggestion Grilled chicken, shrimp satays or pork dishes.

W149 Louis Jadot Bourgogne Chardonnay 2014 33.00


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W64 Brocard les Preuses Chablis (Chablis) V 91.00

W7 Domaine William Fevre Champs Royaux Chablis 2015 39.00 Brilliant straw colour; intense aromas of apples and pears with mineral and citrus zest notes; medium-bodied, dry, with zesty citrus flavour with a crisp finish.

W37 Domaine Jean-Marc Brocard Vaulorent Chablis V V 71.00

W69 Domaine du Chateau de Fleys Chablis 2015 57.00 Côtes-du-Rhône—Hermitage Hermitage is the most famous appellation in the northern Rhône. Hermitage blanc may be produced from Marsanne and Roussanne grapes.

W68 Alain Graillot Crozes-Hermitage Blanc 2009 60.00 This classic white Crozes’ exhibits a fine bouquet of wild flowers and orchard fruit backed by a finely textured palate of apricots and white peaches with subtle mineral undertones and a clean, elegant finish.

W16 E. Guigal Cotes du Rhone Blanc 2012 34.00 89 Points The Wine Advocate

W73 Dauvergne-Ranvier Cotes du Rhone Blanc Vin Gourmand 2013 33.00 Elegant aromas of stone fruits and melon intertwined with nuances of perfumed flowers with gentle spice. Warm yet fresh mouth feel with a delightful array of flavours, which leas onto a beautiful finish underpinned with subtle minerality.

Languedoc/Roussillon W80 Baron de Montgaillard Blanc (Pays D’Oc) 2015 28.00

This superb bargain white is an innovative (and rather exciting) 50-50 blend of Roussanne, the classic white grape of the southern Rhône, and Sauvignon Blanc, the mainstay of the Loire Valley. The blend is a marriage made in heaven, combining the plump, round, opulent texture of Roussanne, with the nervy, electric energy of a Loire Sauvignon Blanc. Remarkably, neither grape variety predominates, yielding a strikingly well balanced wine featuring the yellow apple, mango, and white flower notes of a top-quality Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc, with the zip and flinty crispness of a good Sancerre.

Rhone Valley W52 Michel Gassier Nostre Païs Blanc Costières de Nîmes 2011 53.00

"The 2011 Nostre Pais Blanc’s aromas and rich, honeyed, full-bodied texture reminded me of the famous white Chateauneuf du Pape made by Beaucastel, which sells for three or more times the price. An amazing blend of 90% Grenache Blanc, 5% Roussanne and 5% Viognier aged six months in French oak, the Roussanne component jumps from the glass, offering notes of acacia flowers, honeysuckle, white peach, quince and pineapple. The flamboyant, intense aromatics are followed by a full-bodied, exuberant, dry white wine that must be tasted to be believed. I suspect this offering has some aging potential, but why risk it given how beautiful it is showing at present. I recommend consuming it over the next several years." 93 points - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate issue #201, June 2012

Loire

W40 Henri Bourgeois les Baronnes Sancerre 2015 41.00 The Sancerre region was known for red wines until its distinctive Sauvignon Blancs became all the rage in Paris bistros. This crisp classic shows off gooseberry, grapefruit and fresh herb aromas. Try it with grilled shrimp skewers, sushi, raw oysters or grilled tuna steaks.

W140 Clos de l’Epinay Cuvee Marcus Vouvray (Loire Valley) 2012 36.00

W29 Huet Vouvray le Haut-Lieu 2014 58.00 "Superracy, floral and pure, with enticing ginger, quince and mineral notes that ripple through the filigreed finish. Lovely orange blossom and honeysuckle notes fill in the background. Dry, but still generous, with impressive length."Wine Spectator 92 points


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W27 D. Masson-Blondelet “Villa Paulus” Pouilly Fumé 2007 54.00 Aromatically, this wine is pure Upper Loire Sauvignon. As the wine hits the palate there is an explosion of grapefruit and lime, yet underpinning this is a mineral complexity (suggestion of gunflint) that differentiates this wine from close neighbour Sancerre. The fruit on the palate is particularly round, lush, and supple yet retains good balancing acidity. M.W. Clive Coates rates Domaine Masson-Blondelet as “one of the best Pouilly Domaines”.

W82 D. Raimbault Sancerre Blanc 2012 56.00 A beautifully balanced wine, bringing together ripe apples and citrus with fragrant acidity. There is a sense of minerality in the texture, with depth of flavor finishing with lively acidity. Score - 90. (Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 2013)

Alsace Alsace is a North-eastern French province lying on the Rhine. The region is known for rich, dry white wines made from grapes of German heritage, primarily Riesling and Gewurztraminer.

W21 Zind-Humbrecht Reisling, Herrenweg Turckheim 2000 65.00 92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: Crisp apples are intermingled with smoky botrytis scents in the nose of the 2000 Riesling Herrenweg de Turckheim. A broad, pulp-laden, medium-bodied wine, it bastes the palate with loads of juicy pears, chamomile, linden, and minerals. Concentrated and powerful, it also possesses an exceptionally long, pure finish.

W28 Dopff & Irion Gewurztraminer 2001 26.00 The Gewurztraminer grape thrives in Alsace. It has a highly aromatic bouquet reminiscent of rose petals and lychee fruit.

W85 Weinbach Riesling Cuvée Theo 2008 69.00 Open and airy, framing white peach, quince, grapefruit zest and salt flavors. This is very accessible, despite its firm acidity

and an overall intensity. The lip-smacking, smoke-tinged finish brings you back for another sip. Drink now through 2022. Score - 92. (Alison Napjus, winespectator.com, Oct. 15, 2010)

W116 Willm Riesling Reserve 2009 26.00 “This is a classic dry Alsatian Riesling that offers fresh fruit aromas of lime juice with peach and mineral notes. It’s

medium-bodied with a racy and crisp/fruity palate and a very long finish. Pair with Grilled Salmon steaks, Alsatian Onion Tarts or gourmet sausages.” Vintages.

ARGENTINA

W42 H. Canale Black River Torrontes 2013 25.00 The wine shows a light yellow hue, with greenish metalic reflections. The bouquet shows fine and delicate tropical fruit nuances. It is unctuous in the mouth, fresh and elegant. It has a well balanced and long finish.

AUSTRALIA

W2 Lindemans Chardonnay Bin 65 (South Eastern Australia) 2012 25.00

W94 Shaw & Smith M3 Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills) 2007 64.00 Robert Parker: 91 points, Wine Spectator: 90 points Sophisticated, barrel fermented wine with pure fruit character and restrained oak. Elegant and long living.


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W133 Brokenwood Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay (Hunter Valley) 2010 55.00 Score 90+ eRobertParker: “Composed of 93% Chardonnay and 7% Semillon, the 2010 Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay was fermented with wild yeast in 80% new French oak and 20% one year old. It presents youthfully subtle aromas of lemon curd and peach blossoms with nuances of meal and toasted almonds. The palate is well balanced with a good backbone of acid cutting through concentrated stone fruit flavors with a long creamy finish that leaves just a suggestion of cedar. Drink this one now through 2016+.”

CANADA

W35 Cave Spring Cellars Chardonnay Estate 2007 30.00

W62 Bachelder Niagara Chardonnay 2009 59.00

W122 Norman Hardie Niagara Region Unfiltered Chardonnay 2010 58.00

W55 Norman Hardie Riesling 2011 35.00

W121 Norman Hardie Prince Edward County Unfiltered Chardonnay 2011 58.00

W74 Hidden Bench Felseck Vineyard Chardonnay 2011 60.00

W144 Pearl Morissette Chardonnay Cuvee Dix-Neuvieme 2012 53.00

W87 Rosehall Run Liberated Chardonnay NV 24.00

W145 Henry of Pelham Pinot Grigio NV 26.00

CHILE

W86 Errazuriz Aconcagua Costa Chardonnay 2013 38.00

GERMANY

Mosel Valley

W65 St. Urbans-Hof Ockfener Bockstein Riesling Spätlese 1999 58.00 Jancis Robinson has observed that “Riesling enthusiasts tend to be cleverer, wittier and better-looking than the average wine lover.” We can’t promise that you will be better looking if you drink this wine, but you will be making a smart choice, as it has won Decanter Magazine’s coveted Award of Excellence. Expressing excellent Mosel Valley typicity, it balances a slight sweetness with perfect acidity. Vibrant lemon aromas foreshadow the generous amount of citrus fruit that follows through on the palate.

W3 Dr. Pauly-Bergweiler Bernkastler Riesling Auslese 2003 60.00 “A hedonist’s delight. Very rich, almost fat, this medium-bodied Riesling has enough acidity to carry its apricot, guava and vanilla custard flavours to a long conclusion. Delicious. Drink now through 2018.” Score – 94 (Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator)

W60 St. Urbans-Hof Piesporter Goldtropfchen Kabinett 2005 36.00 Bright aromas of peach pit, lemon oil and clove. Juicy, elegant passion fruit flavor framed by vibrant acidity and lifted by a floral topnote. Manages to be at once dense and ethereal, with a pleasing spiciness and long finish.


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Pfalz

W11 J.L. Wolf Riesling Ungeheuer 2001 60.00 W23 Moselland Bernkasteler Kurfurstlay Riesling 2011 25.00

ITALY

W56 Elena Walch Castel Ringberg Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige) 2006 40.00

One of the torch-bearing wine producers in Alto-Adige, Elena Walch collected tre bicchieri awards for both red and white wines in 2007, and her Gewurztraminer, Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay continue to set high standards for the region.

W63 Ajello ‘Majus’ Bianco (Sicily) 2006 31.00 Cataratto produces soft pear and melon flavours and Grillo brings the refreshing acidity and brightness to the wine. This wonderful white is lush and ripe with aromas of mineral, fresh flowers and citrus fruit, yet remains plush on the palate. It’s no surprise that this is a perfect partner for anything aquatic. Think Salmon, Sushi, Oysters or Crab.

W36 Anselmi San Vincenzo IGT (Veneto) 2008 25.00 Light straw color. Crisp and pure, with scents of minerals, apples, bananas and lemon blossoms. Medium-bodied, dry and fresh, with notes of citrus fruit, pear, grapefruit and hints of hazelnut. Well-matched with smoked or grilled fish, shellfish, lobster salad and roast chicken.

W41 Lis Neris Gris Pinot Grigio (Fruili) 2009 63.00 Rating: 91 Intl Wine Cellar: “Bright straw-yellow. Floral, scented nose of yellow apple, pear, honey and wet stone, with an overlay of vanilla. Supple and spicy, this midweight pinot grigio offers a suave texture and captivating flavors of pear, apricot, licorice and sexy oak. Finishes seamless and juicy, with very good length. Each year, Gris can be ranked in the top five or six pinot grigios of Italy.” 91 pts eRobert Parker

W53 Brigaldara Soave (Veneto) 2009 29.00 This lovely Soave is produced from 20 year old Garganega vines grown near San Martino Buon Albergo Marcellise. It is fermented and raised in stainless steel and malolactic fermentation is prevented, allowing the wine to display its natural acidity while playing off its rich, yet not weighty, yellow plum and fresh herb flavours. Its flavours are pristine and succulent. A perfect match to fresh pan roasted trout with fingerling potatoes.

W32 Masi Masianco Pinot Grigio e Verduzzo delle Venezie (Fruili) 2012 25.00 The richness of the perfumes and aromas of Pinot Grigio delle Venezie cultivated at Castions di Strada, in the Friuli region, compelements the structure of the native Verduzzo grape. Masianco is a Supervenetian of great personality which goes well with fish and grilled white meats.

W45 Tiefenbrunner Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige) 2013 32.00 Tiefenbrunner has consistently crafted one of our favourite Pinot Grigios. This pale straw wine shows pretty aromas of honeysuckle and white peach delight the nose. Zingy aromas of fresh apple, pineapple and orange zest are offered on the palate, with an element of bitter almond layered into the long finish. The fruit exhibits a wonderful impression of ripeness throughout. A fragrant, mouthwatering, rich wine that maintains good poise.

W88 Cormons Isonzo Pinot Grigio (Venezia) 2013 28.00

W22 Schiopetto Friulano Collio DOC 2014 83.00 Lemon-yellow, with greenish reflexes in the colour. On the nose, delicate and refreshing, pleasant and with typical

aromas of almonds, meadow flowers with hints of pears and red apples. On the palate, dry, but also aromatic,

medium body with a significant aromatic background. Almonds and pears appear in the final, especially when

aged. Tre Bicchieri / Best White Wine of the Year - Gambero Rosso 2016 95 points - Daniele Cernilli, Doctor Wine

2016 Grande Vino - Slow Wine 2016

W12 La Giustiniana Gavi di Gavi ‘Lugarara’ (Piedmont) 2015 40.00 The calcareous soil of the Lugarara Cru renders an elegant expression of the Cortese grape - the refined scent of anise, herbal steely flavour, and pronounced acidity make this dry white an ideal accompaniment for many Italian meals, especially fish and light pastas.


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W25 Cordero di Montezemolo Langhe Arneis 2016 74.00

NEW ZEALAND W18 Martinborough Vineyard Chardonnay (Wairarapa) 2004 58.00

The 2004 vintage is pale gold, smooth and peachy. Rich, with slightly buttery, toasty, honeyed flavours and balanced acidity. It’s an immaculate, very harmonious wine, already drinking well. Score 4.5 out of 5 (Michael Cooper, Buyer’s Guide to New Zealand Wines 2006)

W24 Zephyr Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough) 2014 51.00

W44 Astrolabe Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough) 2013 37.00

W17 Hunter’s Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough) V 34.00 Hunter's goes from strength to strength, consistently producing flawless wines with tremendous varietal character. Given the quantity and quality of its production it is a winery of world standing, and certainly among the top dozen in Australasia. Hunter's Sauvignon Blanc is unchallenged as one of New Zealand's benchmark Sauvignon Blancs. James Halliday. Wine Companion

W113 Staete Landt ‘Map Maker’ Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough) 2016 32.00

W142 Staete Landt Annabel Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough) 2013 53.00 90 points Wine Spectator, Harvey Steiman “Light and zippy, a refreshing mouthful of green apple, green mango and lime aromas and flavors, around a core of pear that lasts on the finish. Drink now.”

W8 Staete Landt Chardonnay (Marlborough) 2013 54.00

W78 Staete Landt Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough) 2013 38.00

PORTUGAL

W31 Quinta dos Carvalhais Encruzado 1999 74.00

W46 Morgadio Torre Alvarinho Vinho Verde 2007 29.00

W13 Tons de Duorum White 2010 25.00

SPAIN W100 Finca La Emperatriz Viura 2015 27.00

UNITED STATES California W50 Guenoc Estate Chardonnay California (Lake County) 2000 41.00

Apple and toasty American oak aromas dominate. Crisp on the palate, with citrus, pineapple, and toasted oak flavours. This wine saw no malolactic fermentation and 42% was barrel fermented.


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W33 Cain Vineyards Musqué (Napa Valley) 2001 62.00

W83 Saint Francis Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley) 2004 36.00 Fruit and pear aromas are offset on the palate by hint of oak and vanilla. Medium- to full-bodied, this Chardonnay has ripe fruit flavours, crisp acid in the mouth and a rich, lingering finish.

W70 Mer Soleil Chardonnay (Monterey County) 2005 72.00 Produced by Caymus Vineyards, this wine is unctuous and complex with a range of flavours extending from citrus through apples, peaches and tropical fruits. Spicy and cinnamony, with an elaborate oak overlay that is perfectly suited for fruit this big. lush and opulent, right through to the long finish.

W59 Marimar Don Miguel Vinyard Chardonnay (Sonoma) 2005 72.00

W30 St. Francis Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley) 2008 35.00

W48 Santa Barbara Chardonnay (Santa Rita Hills) 2008 34.00 Over half of this wine comes from the Santa Rita Hills AVA, a cool climate region where Chardonnay is getting wide acclaim for fruit intensity and structure. Supple flavors, mouth pleasing weight, and good fruit intensity enhanced by 100% barrel fermentation make this wine a good all around choice to satisfy a wide variety of foods. With enough structure to age for five to seven years, we think this wine is very enjoyable two years after the vintage year. This nicely balanced wine is a great choice for service with roast chicken, sea bass, and pasta. Try with a mixed fruit and nut platter featuring a selection of light to mild semi hard cheeses.

W104 Frog’s Leap Chardonnay (Napa Valley) 2014 64.00 Wilfred Wong of Wine.com 92 points - "The story of Frog's Leap Chardonnay is all about the fruit and nothing else matters. The 2014 Frog's Leap Chardonnay presents a picture of purity and expression. The winemaker is simply the caretaker of the grape's beauty. Medium to deep yellow in color; the aroma is rich ripe fruit and wild savor, there is an effusive exposition of grape expression here; medium bodied, perky and bright on the palate; wild apple flavors, some mineral; long and precise in the aftertaste. (Tasted: April 28, 2016, San Francisco, CA)"

W93 Caymus Conundrum 2010 41.00 “Rich and lush, full bodied yet silky on the palate. This unusual blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon,Viognier and Muscat grapes lives up to its name.” Wine Enthusiast “The amazing thing is that you get a sense of every grape used from the aromas: Peach, jasmine, melon, pear, vanilla, and grass intertwine in this multi-layered, well-balanced white.” Vintages

W38 Mer Soleil Silver Chardonnay (Monterey County) 2010 55.00

W39 Cuvaison Estate Carneros Chardonnay (Carneros) 2013 59.00 W20 Firestone Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara) 2010 27.00

Soft and round on the entry with an acidic backbone tells you that these grapes are grown in a cooler climate. The mid-palate reveals ripe fruit such as lemons, gooseberries and grapefruits. It finishes dry while the acidity comes and goes in a balanced fashion. Laser sharp minerality carries through from start to finish on both palate and aroma.

W19 Sterling Vineyards Vintner’s Collection Chardonnay (Central Coast) 2014 27.00

Bright aromas of tropical fruit, green apple and white flowers, the wine opens up into well-rounded flavours of melon, peach and fig rounded by vanilla and spice. An ideal paring for summer faire, fresh fish from the grill or pasta tossed with basil, chicken and vegetables.

W5 Firestone Chardonnay Reserve (Santa Barbara) 2011 75.00

W6 Kenwood Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley) 2011 31.00 Lively varietal aromas of grass, Meyer lemon and freshly cut honeydew melon. Fresh,and crisp, with lively body and a

lingering finish.

W96 Rodney Strong Chalk Hills Chardonnay 2013 38.00 Robert Parker 90 Points, The Wine Advocate - "Aromas of tangerines, nectarines and green apples emerge from the 2013 Chardonnay Chalk Hill Estate Vineyard. Medium bodied with a hint of wet rock minerality, this pure beauty’s striking style appears to traverse both Chablis and a leaner white Burgundy. "


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INES

ROSÉ

W204 Domaine des Vins de Vienne Reméage Rosé de Syrah (Rhone) 2015 $31.00

R244 Malivoire Ladybug Rose V 26.00

APERITIF WINES

W57 Lillet Blanc 25.00

DESSERT WINES

FRANCE Loire

W137 Ch. de Fargues Sauterne (St. Emilion) 1996 154.00

R250 M. Chapoutier Banyuls 500 ml bottle 2009 35.00

W200 Patricius 5 Puttonyos Tokaji Aszu 500 ml bottle 2000 72.00

CANADA

W203 Thirty Bench Riesling Icewine 200 ml bottle 1997 50.00

W114 Chapelle Ste.Agnès Ice Wine 200ml bottle 2001 61.00

W91 Cave Springs Ice Wine Riesling 375 ml bottle 2002 65.00

ITALY

R189 Cordero de Montezemolo Barolo Chinato 2015 105.00


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PORT, SHERRY & MADEIRA

PORT Port is a fortified wine made in Portugal from various grape varieties grown in the Douro valley. Brandy is added to halt fermentation at a point where sufficient natural sugar remains to give the wine its characteristic sweetness. There are many different types of port. Vintage port is wine of an exceptional year, kept in cask for two or three years, then matured in bottles. Late Bottled Vintage (LBV) ports are generally the produce of a single vintage. They are left in wood for four to six years, then fined and filtered before bottling. Ruby port, generally a blend of wines of different vintages, is stored in wood and bottled before it loses its clear, red color. Vintage Character port is essentially premium ruby port. Tawny port remains longer in the cask, losing some color and alcohol. Colheita is a tawny port from a single vintage. Crusted port is vintage or ruby port kept in bottles until it has formed a crust-like sediment. Single Quinta Ports are made in both tawny and vintage styles but with the distinction that they come from only one vineyard. White port is a sweet, amber-coloured port that is delicious served chilled as an aperitif.

Vintage Taylor 1970 $743.00 * Gould Campbell 1980 144.00 * Quinta do Vesuvio 1994 170.00 * Calem 1994 114.00 * Warres 1994 117.00 * Dow 1997 98.00 * Ferreira 1997 78.00 * Graham 1997 162.00 * Warres 1997 204.00 *

Non-Vintage Bottle 2 oz. Glass Sandeman $24.00 $5.50 Taylor Tawny Reserve LBV 27.00 5.50 Taylor Chip Dry 30.00 5.50 Fonseca Bin 27 25.00 5.50 Taylor Tawny 10 Year Old 50.00 10.00 Taylor Tawny 20 Year Old 106.00 - Dow LBV 1997 98.00 - Croft Pink Port – aperitif $7.50/gls


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SHERRY

Sherry is a fortified wine that comes from white grapes that are grown near the town of Jerez de la Frontera in Andalusia, Spain. Sherry is produced in a viariety of dry styles made primarily from the Palomino grape, raning from light versions similar to white table wine, such as Manzanilla and Fino, to darker and heavier versions that have been allowed to oxidise as they age in barrel, such as Amontillado and Oloroso. Sweet dessert wines are also made, from Pedro Ximinez or Moscatel grapes, and are sometimes blended with Palomino-based Sherries.

Harvey’s Bristol Cream $5.50/gls Dry Sack $5.50/gls Gonzalez Tio Pepe $5.50/gls Amontillado $5.50/gls Del Duque Very Old Amontillado $8/gls Croft $5.50/gls Gonzalez Byass Elegante Cream $5.50/gls Lustau Jarana Solera Light Fino $5.50/gls Juncal (or Burdon) Manzanilla $5.50/gls Lustau Manzanilla Papirusa Very Dry $10/gls William & Humbert 12 year old Dry Oloroso $8/gls Gonzalez Byass Medium Dry Oloroso Nutty Solera $5.50/gls Lustau Palo Cortado Peninsula $8/gls Noe Ximinez Special Old $10/gls

MADEIRA

Madeira is a fortified wine that comes from an island off the northwest coast of Africa of the same name. Originally it was naturally oxidized as a result of ageing on shipboard. This process, which produces strong, rich wines, is now undertaken in heated buildings called "estufas," Madeira ranges from very sweet (Malmsey) to medium sweet (Bual) to rather dry (Verdelho and Sercial).

Bottle 2 oz. Glass Casa Dos Vinhos 5 Year Reserve Malmsey $24.00 $3.90 Henriques + Henriques Madeira 10 year old Sercial 750 ml $58.00 Henriques + Henriques Madeira 10 year old Bual 500 ml $38.00 Henriques + Henriques Madeira 10 year old Verdelho 500 ml $38.00 Henriques + Henriques Madeira 10 year old Malmsey 500 ml $38.00 Henriques + Henriques Madeira 15 year old Verdelho 750 ml $99.00 Henriques + Henriques Madeira Bual Vintage 1995 500 ml $77.00 Henriques + Henriques Madeira Bual Vintage 1957 $420.00 Henriques + Henriques Madeira Bual Vintage 2000 $137.00


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SPIRITS

Single Malt Scotch

1.25 oz.

Johnny Walker Black 11.25

Ardbeg 10 year old Islay 17.50

Auchentoshan 13.75

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old 11.25

Dalwhinnie 15 Year Old 18.75

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old 12.50

Glenmorangie Original Single Malt 13.75

Highland Park 18 Year Old 25.00

Lagavulin 16 Year Old 20.00

Laphroaig Quarter Cask Double Aged 17.50

Oban 14 Year Old 17.50

Talisker 10 Year Old 13.75

Specialty Canadian Whisky

Forty Creek Copper Pot Reserve $7.50

Alberta Premium Dark Horse $6.25

Proof $6.50

Spicebox Whisky $6.50

Crown Royal $7.00

Gooderham & Worts Canadian Whisky $7.50

Pike Creek Double Barreled Canadian Whisky $7.50

1910 Canadian Rye Whisky $8.75

Lot 40 Single Copper Pot $8.75

Forty Creek Copper Pot Reserve $11.25

Wisers Legacy $11.25

Wisers 18 Year Old Canadian Whisky $11.25


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American Bourbon & Mash Whiskey 1.25 oz

Wild Turkey 81 Proof Kentucky Bourbon $7.50

Bulleit Bourbon Frontier Whiskey $11.30

Makers Mark Kentucky Bourbon $11.30

Woodford Reserve Distiller’s Select $11.30

Woodford Reserve Double Oaked $11.30

Documents

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