Columbus Weekend Wine Tasting!

Notes From the Cellar….. Join us Fri & Sat Oct 10&11 from 3-6 as we celebrate the long weekend with three new wine selections for the cooler months available for tasting. This week we are featuring the Pali Pinot Noir from the Sonoma Coast, a Primitivo (Zinfandel) from Italy and a sparkling wine from France. Also, check out our new beer offerings from Ommegang, Lagunitas and Unibroue. For the cocktail enthusiast, we are excited to offer Perry’s Tot Gin from New York Distilling Company. Try it with Jack Rudy Small Batch Tonic for the ultimate gin and tonic. Also just in we have some small batch artisan Rye and Bourbon produced by Hillrock in New York State as well as Balcones "Baby Blue" Corn Whiskey from Texas- this is a limited release so supplies are limited! Please note a change in hours: We will be closed Sundays until Nov. 9 for the holidays. As always take 10% off purchase of 3 wines from our tasting table. NV Grandial Blanc de Blancs Brut, France – This white blend from near the Bordeaux region is simply one of the best values in sparkling wine, with characteristics reminiscent of Champagne. It is light in body with dry, toasty, bready notes followed by a smooth mousse on the palate and a crisp finish. This is great pairing with shellfish. $9.99 ’11 Pali ‘Riviera’ Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, CA – Pali Wine Co. is dedicated to producing single vineyard and appellation designated Pinot Noir. Riviera is from prime vineyards in Sonoma Coast, arguably the best area in California for world class Pinot. The nose displays aromas of black fruits, forest floor, and mushroom followed by nuances of blackberries, boysenberry and lavender on the palate and finish. This is a great accompaniment to grilled salmon. $24.99 ’12 Vigneti del Salento ‘I Muri’ Primitivo, Puglia, Italy – The Salento Peninsula, the heel on Italy’s boot, produces some fantastic red wines from unique grapes such as Negroamaro, and Primitivo. Primitivo, originally from Croatia, is actually the same genetically as Zinfandel, as it was brought to California by Italian immigrants, lost or forgotten, and then “rediscovered.” While the California version tends to be alcoholic, sweet fruited, and chocolatey, the Italian counterpart is drier, tannic, and rich. The I Muri shows aroma of blackberry cocoa bean, with hints of nutmeg and charcoal, followed by a nicely balanced finish with soft tannins. A great match for strong cheese or roasted game. $13.99

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Fall Wine Tasting & New Stock Keeps Arriving!

Notes From the Cellar….. Brighten up this grey week with some new selections at the Cellar d’Or. This weekend (10/3 & 10/4 from 3-6) we are tasting a great value Napa Cab as well as delicious Alsacian Gewürztraminer. New offerings continue to come in- this week in the spirits world we just brought in a fantastic new London dry gin from Sipsmith as well as Jefferson's small batch bourbon and their Reserve. For beers we have Rockart, Rising Tide, Dogfish Head, Mayflower, and Baxter Brewing. Please note a change in hours: We will be closed Sundays until Nov. 9 for the holidays. As always take 10% off purchase of 3 wines from our tasting table. ’12 Willm Gewurztraminer Réserve, Alsace, France – Gewurztraminer is one of the great grapes of Alsace ranging from rich and sweet to dry and medium bodied. This sustainably farmed offering from Willm is dry with intense aromas of exotic fruits and rose petals giving way to a lighter, round mouthfeel with hints of spice and pear fruit. This is a wonderful wine to pair with Asian or Indian cuisine. $15.99 ’11 Waterstone Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA – An excellent effort from a challenging vintage! This is a winery that delivers high quality, balanced wines rivaling many of the well known big name Napa wines- and at down to earth prices. The 2011 Waterstone displays aromas of cedary oak, currants, black cherries, and ripe plums with a rich palate of firm, yet balanced tannins. Try this wine with grilled meats. $27.99

Cheers!

Wine Tasting Sept 26/27

Notes from the Cellar....

As always, we will be tasting wines at the store this weekend from 3-6pm and have a full range of new brews including a great variety of fall offerings from last nights festivities!

’13 De Wetshof ‘Limestone Hill’ Chardonnay, Robertson Valley, South Africa – The de Wet family is dedicated to producing world class white wine from the ideal terroirs found in Robertson Valley.  The Chardonnays have balance and structure rarely found outside of Burgundy.  The Limestone Hill is rich in chalk and clay, giving this unoaked Chardonnay aromas of grapefruit and pear, with flavors of grilled nuts, lime, and mineral, followed by buttery richness and nuttiness on the finish.  This is a great pairing with lobster, shrimp, or crab dishes.  $16.99

’13 Colonia las Liebres Bonarda, Mendoza, Argentina -  Bonarda is originally a blending grape found in Piemonte and Lombardia, Italy, but has shown great potential on its own in Mendoza.  This wine is sourced from high elevation vineyards in a unique microclimate ideal for ripening and acid retention.  Aged in concrete tanks to preserve the purity of fruit, the wine displays aromas black cherry, raspberry, plum, rose, and a hint of mint and herbs.  The palate, adding flavors of chocolate and toast, followed by a lingering finish.  Pair this wine with grilled meats. $9.99

Cheers!

Cellar d'Or- Tasting New Wines! 9/19-20

Notes From the Cellar…..

Join us Fri & Sat from 3-6 Sept 19&20 as we sample some brand new wine selections from France and California. Fall is an exciting time for wines as we are on the hunt for new selections for the cooler seasons to rotate in!

Our seasonal beer selection is in full swing so take advantage of some of our favorite fall selections that are around for only a few months!

As always, take 10% off any 3 bottles of wine we are tasting on the table.

’12 Waterstone Chardonnay, Carneros, California – Carneros offers a slightly cooler climate than the Napa benchland making it more suitable for growing Chardonnay grapes. 2012 provided optimum ripeness giving an aroma of citrus, pear, green apple, nectarine and a hint of oak. The palate is long and lingering with good structure and the potential to improve with age. Try this wine with lobster, risotto or fall dishes such as squash soup. $19.99

’13 Minervois, Château Sainte Eulalie, Languedoc-Roussillon, France – Minervois is known for, supple, dry reds utilizing typical southern French varietals such as Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre. This offering is a blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Carignan showing luscious fruit aromas of ripe plums and blackberries and a hint of black pepper spice. The mouthfeel is medium to full with long dark fruit and grainy tannins on the finish. This is a great accompaniment to grilled meats and pasta dishes. $15.99

Also don't forget about the upcoming Duxbury Food & Wine Festival. We will have some of our beers represented at the Oktoberfest as well as a great selection of our wines available to try at the Grand Tasting on Sat. Sept. 27th! The weekend will also feature a Gala Dinner at the Maritime School and an Oyster Fest on Sunday!

Tickets are available in the store or online at http://www.duxburyfoodandwinefestival.com.

Wine Tasting Sept 12-13; Duxbury Food & Wine Festival

Notes From the Cellar…..

Join us Fri & Sat from 3-6 (9/12&13) as we sample some of our summer favorites while there is still some beautiful weather to enjoy. This weekend we are featuring a refreshing rosé from California made from 100% Pinot Noir; a sustainably produced, crisp Sauvignon Blanc from just outside the famous Sancerre region in the Loire Valley, France; and a rich, structured Cabernet Sauvignon made by one of Napa Valley's best producers. Also, check out or new beer selections from Baxter Brewing, Uinta, Pretty Things, Rock Art, and Sam Adams.

'13 Fleur Pinot Noir Rose, North Coast, California - The 2013 rose wines are arriving, which means warm weather is not far away! This balanced rose shows fruit and floral aromas, giving way to a mouthful of fresh strawberry and honeysuckle, finishing refreshing and palate cleansing. A good pairing with oysters or baked salmon. $15.99

’12 Reuilly ‘Les Pierres Plates,’ Domaine de Reuilly, Loire, France – Denis Jamain is committed to sustainability and producing wines with a distinct sense of place and purity of flavor. Reuilly is a lesser known appellation often falling in the shadow of the more well known districts of Sancerre and Pouilly Fumé. This wine is made from organically grown Sauvignon Blanc grapes resulting in a subtle nose of wild rose and grapefruit followed by a rich and well-structured palate and crisp finish. Loire Valley Sauvignon blanc is excellent with smoked salmon, goat cheese, and seafood in general. $19.99

’12 Felino Cabernet Sauvignon, Viña Cobos, Mendoza, Argentina – This is a joint venture from Napa Valley luminary, and Cabernet specialist, Paul Hobbs and his South American winemaking partners Andrea Marchiori and Luis Barraud, sourced from vineyards in the Valle de Uco and Luján de Cuyo. The unfined wine has a nose of sweet red berries, menthol, and vanilla, followed by berries, white pepper, and cassis on the palate. The finish shows round tannins and good structure. $18.99

Also don't forget about the upcoming Duxbury Food & Wine Festival. We will have some of our beers represented at the Oktoberfest as well as a great selection of our wines available to try at the Grand Tasting on Sat. Sept. 27th! Also the weekend will feature a Gala Dinner at the Maritime School and an Oyster Fest on Sunday!

Tickets are available in the store or online at http://www.duxburyfoodandwinefestival.com.

Notes From the Cellar……

The kids may be back in school, but summer is still here! In the spirit of this post Labor Day warm spell, we have selected some seasonal wine samples with the patio, grill and sunshine in mind. We also still have a few summer brews in stock along with a growing selection of fall offerings. Please join us Friday & Saturday from 3-6 to sample these great selections!

’12 Gavi di Gavi, La Caplana, Piedmont, Italy – Gavi is a light, crisp white made from the Cortese grape, known for retaining freshness, even when grown in hotter climates. The 2012 La Caplana has a nose of green apple and honeydew, adding some mineral and lime zest tones on the palate, and finishing crisp and clean. Try this wine with raw oysters or littlenecks. $13.99 ’13 Gérard Bertrand Gris Blanc Rosé, Southwest France – Bertrand is a large producer of value driven wines from southern France. The Gris Blanc is made from Grenache vines located in the sunny, dry terrior near the Pyrenees Mountains. This pale colored rosé displays subtle red berry aromas with a hint of wildflower followed by a crisp and clean palate with lingering fruit on the finish. This is a great accompaniment to Asian cuisine and a range of seafood dishes. $14.99 ’12 La Posta ‘Pizzella Vineyard’ Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina – The Pizzella family produces some of the finest under $20 Malbecs available sourced from high elevation vineyards resulting in balanced intensity. This offering is ripe and flashy with aromas of mocha, spice cake, raspberry, and boysenberry; with a dense but lithe palate and a creamy finish. This is a great bbq wine. $17.99 Pretty Things ‘Fieldmouse’s Farewell’ Harvest Saison, Westport, MA – This farmhouse style saison is made from all the various harvest grains resulting in a full, malty beer with aromas of pepper and citrus. $7.99/22oz

Cheers!

Labor Day Tasting

Notes From the Cellar….. Happy Labor Day weekend! Before you pack away the white pants for the season, join us as we sample some new selections from Germany and France. Also, be sure to check out our growing selection of fall brews including offerings from Brooklyn Brewery, Shipyard, Ayinger, Weihenstephaner, Jack’s Abby, and Stone. ’13 ‘AIX’ Saint Aix Rosé, Coteaux d’Aix en Provence, France – A deliciously fresh Provence rosé made from Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, and Counoise grapes. The pale pink color displays aromas of fine herbs, red berries, mineral tones, and a touch of orange zest followed by lush flavors and a balanced, clean finish. Try this wine with raw oysters. $19.99 Also available in magnum for $38 ’11 Herrenberg Riesling Kabinett, Maximin Grünhaus, Mosel, Germany – This kabinett, or regular harvest, Riesling is from the ancient Herrenberg vineyard in Germany’s Mosel region, home to many of the country’s most powerful, showy Rieslings. The 2011 is rich and full bodied with aromas of almond, white fruits, apricot and gooseberry giving way to a fruity driven texture and a hint of sweetness on the finish. This is a wine to be served with spicy cuisine such as Indian or Thai. $28.99 ’10 Crozes-Hermitage, E Guigal, Rhône, France – Crozes-Hermitage is situated in the northern Rhône, home to the greatest Syrah in the world, particularly from the famous neighboring appellations of Hermitage and Cote-Rotie. The 2010 exhibits notes of red currants, raspberries, and bay leaf with an elegant medium body, fine tannins and fruity texture. Northern Rhône reds make an excellent accompaniment to all kinds of red meat, game, and strong cheese. $24.99

Cheers!