Peep These Wines!

Notes From the Cellar….. Happy long weekend! Now is the time of year for leaf peeping and harvests, so in keeping with the comfortable weather and fresh food, we have a of couple new selections this weekend that will make for some delicious sipping and are versatile enough to pair with a variety of accompaniments. Join us Friday from 3-6 and Saturday anytime to sample these Old World selections! As always take 10% off any 3 wines we are tasting. ’14 Avancia Cuveé de O Godello, Valdeorras, Spain- Godello is a local Spanish grape nearly extinct and forgotten that has been enjoying a revival since the 1970’s from young and upcoming winemakers drawn towards reviving Spain’s traditional grapes and regional distinction. The sub-region of Valdeorras is located in the mountainous north-west of Spain within the Galacian region. Planted in slate soils at higher elevations in 1975, the vineyards are able to soak in the sun while benefitting from the cooling effect of the ocean. The resulting wine is fresh and mineral, showing green apple, pear and the citrus of lemon. With juicy acidity, it is light and refreshing with an extra bit of mouthfeel and vanilla & almond imparted from a small percentage of oak treatment as well as time on its lees. Very drinkable on its own, this pairs wonderfully with snacks from nuts & olives to dishes highlighting prawns and other seafood. $19.99 ’08 Bonfio ‘Le Portine’ Sangiovese, Tuscany, Italy- Le Portine is one of several vineyards of the Bonfio estate located in the heart of Chianti Colli Senesi. Each with its own microclimate, vineyards are processed separately to create different wines of their own character. Grown in vineyards shale & clay, the wine is aged in large Slovenian oak for 2 years with at least another 6 months in bottle before release. Made from 100% Sangiovese, the Le Portine has an expressive bouquet of dark cherry fruit, plum and a hint of violets. In classic Chianti style with plenty of time in bottle to develop a balanced structure, it still maintains refreshing acidity and a soft, dusty tannic finish that lingers. This is great food wine that pairs ragu pasta dishes, steaks and roasted poultry. $18.99 On the beer front we have plenty of seasonal offerings of pumpkin beers, domestic & German Oktoberfest styles, breakfast beer (Founders Stout) and the newly released Boom Sauce American IPA from Lord Hobo Brewing! Special Columbus Day Sale Join us Columbus Day- Monday Oct. 12 from Noon-6:00 for a special wine tasting & sale! Plenty of great new finds to try out for the fall and save some money in the process! Take 10% off all wine and 15% off case purchases Monday only! Sale does not combine with any other offer

Cheers!