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Thursday, September 19, 2024

Soju Tasting Tomorrow at The Wine and Cheese Place Clayton

 


Jinro Soju Open House tasting
the Clayton Wine & Cheese Place
Friday, September 20th from 4-6pm

Soju is a distilled rice spirit from South Korea, great for cocktails as well as sipping straight.
JINRO soju has constantly held its place as the No.1 Soju brand in Korea, since its launch in 1924 retaining its title as the No.1 Selling spirit brand. It is Korea's most famous and most consumed alcoholic beverage, you can call it a "National Drink” We’ll be tasting these fine spirits:
  • Jinro 24% abv
  • Jinro Plum 13% abv
  • Jinro Strawberry 13% abv
  • Jinro Green Grapes 13% abv

Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Champagne


2015 Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Champagne...$399.99
There is a wonderful biscuity aroma to this Pinot Noir-dominated Champagne. Named after the British war-time prime minister and an avid consumer of Champagne, the wine is mature, full of ripe yeasty flavors and concentration. The wine, from a great vintage, is at a perfect stage and ready to be drunk. But the wine will also age for many years, certainly until 2030
Rated 99/100 The Wine Enthusiast
A tightly meshed Champagne, with an up-front, broad feel that's quickly reined in and well-defined by racy acidity. Creamy on the palate, with the fine mousse carrying flavors of crème de cassis, lemon-infused pastry cream, smoked almond and oyster shell. Long, harmonious finish. Drink now through 2038. 500 cases imported.
Rated 95/100 The Wine Spectator
Coming from only Grand Cru villages of Montagne de Reims and always boasting a large proportion of Pinot Noir in the cuvée, the 2015 Champagne Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill Brut displays a medium straw color and has a stunning nose that’s highly aromatic with toasted croissant, kirsch, and orange peel. With a noble structure and feel to the wine, it’s full-bodied with broad shoulders but has remarkable balance for this hot vintage. The mouthfeel is exceptional and long, with vibrant acidity, a rounded and elegant mousse, a chalky texture, and a mouthwatering finish. Given the vintage, it’s showing a more approachable side already, although it should have significant longevity ahead of it. In its youth, it’s more approachable than the 2013, and I would perhaps drink some of these now and then wait to be surprised as it holds on and likely has a wide drinking window. Drink 2024-2040. 7 grams per liter of dosage.
Rated 95/100 Jeb Dunnuck
Very complex nose with a wide spectrum of candied citrus, dried peach and mirabelle tart aromas. Bold and rich, particularly on the mid-palate, but with a great deal of subtlety and delicacy for the vintage. This is already delicious, but at the finish you really taste how this has been made for the long term. Great drive and persistence right at the end. Drink or hold.
Rated 96/100 James Suckling
A strong effort in a less-acclaimed vintage, Pol Roger's newly released 2015 Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill opens in the glass with aromas of confit citrus, ripe orchard fruits and dried white flowers mingled with hints of honeycomb, freshly baked bread and anise. Medium to full-bodied, vinous and concentrated, with bright acids, chalky structuring extract and a pinpoint mousse, this inherently rather rich, gastronomic Champagne is quite tightly wound out of the gates and will reward a bit of bottle age. Stylistically, it is somewhat reminiscent of a modern-day version of the 1985.
Rated 94+/100 The Wine Advocate




Tasting Class: French Brandy

 
TONIGHT -     last call - we can fit in a few more people in the class
When:     TONIGHT -- Thursday September 19th from 6:30-7:30
Where: The Wine and Cheese Place -- Clayton
7435 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, MO
$35 PER PERSON

Our special guest instructor is Christine Foubert Cooney, native of the Cognac region and co-owner of French spirits, Heavenly Spirits. She will be guiding the class through all three great brandy-producing appellations of Cognac, Armagnac, and Calvados. Her incredible knowledge of the regions should make this a not-to-miss class for brandy lovers and Francophiles alike.

Scheduled to taste:  3 XO Cognacs in the mix!!! Great class!

  • Delord XO
  • Dartigalongue Hor d Age
  • Chauffe VSOP Calvados
  • Claque Pepin Fine Calvados
  • Fillioux COQ
  • Monnet XO
  • Hontambere XO (we will sample this and it will be a presale purchase)

2nd Shift Barrel Aged Beers!





2nd Shift 2024 Eagle Rare/4 Roses Bourbon Barrel Aged LSD Imperial Stout
...$8.99 / 12oz can
...$34.99 / 4pk 12oz cans
Aged for 23 months each in Eagle Rare Bourbon & 4 Roses Bourbon Barrels
A huge bourbon nose backed by dark bramble fruit liquor dominates the initial impression of this decadent stout. A rich mouthfeel with big flavors reminiscent of thick, bittersweet chocolate ganache with a tannic & earthy back bone finishes with a thick chocolate syrup finale
11.7% abv.


2nd Shift 2024 Heaven Hill Bourbon Barrel Aged LSD Imperial Stout
...$8.99 / 12oz can
...$34.99 / 4pk 12oz cans
Aged for and amazing 31 months in Heaven Hill Bourbon Barrels
A boozy, sweet bourbon nose dominates the first impression of this beer with mouthfeel/flavors of thick black cherry infused chocolate. Oaky with a slight coffee finish the main character in this beer is rich chocolate goodness
11.7% abv.

BA BARLEYWINE!
2nd Shift River des Peres Row Crew vol. 2 - Weller Bourbon Barrel Aged Barleywine
...$8.99 / 12oz can
...$34.99 / 4pk 12oz cans
Aged for 18 months in Weller Wheated Bourbon Barrels, this Barleywine has huge rich coffee & chocolate notes with bright bramble fruit jam - followed up with caramel & piney notes. HUGE bourbon heat
11.6% abv


2nd Shift River des Peres Row Crew Vol. 3 - Willet Bourbon Barrel Aged Horchata Stout
...$8.99 / 12oz can
...$34.99 / 4pk 12oz cans
Making it's return after 2 years, we excited to release 2024's Willet Bourbon Barrel Aged Horchata Style Imperial Stout (aka River des Peres Row Crew Volume 3)
Aged for 20 months in Willet Bourbon Barrels with Madagascar Vanilla Beans & Cassia Cinnamon Chips with notes of coffee, caramel & toffee
11.3% abv.

2nd Shfit 2023 Peerless Rye Barrel Aged LSD Imperial Stout with Coffeestamp
...$8.99 / 12oz can
...$34.99 / 4pk 12oz cans
Aged for 18 months in freshly dumped Peerless Rye Barrels & blended with whole Coffeestamp picked & roasted Peaberry beans
Coffee Info:
Producer : Bunum WO Estate
Elevation : 1500 M.A.S.L.
Process : Washed
Varietal : Typical Peaberry
Earthy, roasted sweet chocolate, caramel & vanilla notes with big coffee aroma, backed by a subtle, sweet latte-esc flavor
10.2% abv.

Joel Falmet is back!!!


Both finally back in stock from this amazing producer.
We are still waiting on the Rose from France.  It is such tiny production!
The Rare Vintage!
2008 Joel Falmet Vintage Extra Brut Champagne....$89.99

90% Pinot Noir, 10% Chardonnay. Joel’s benchmark cuvee, Millesime spends an amazing 12 years in bottle before disgorgement. Three grams of dosage. Extra Brut is DRIER than Brut - it has a maximum residual sugar level of 6 gr/lt, whilst Brut can reach a maximum of 12 gr/lt.
An appealing Champagne, with a broad, creamy feel working in tandem with racy acidity to showcase expressive flavors of baked black currant, chopped almond, whole-grain toast and accents of candied lemon peel and crystallized honey. Reveals hints of white truffle and oyster shell that linger on the fresh, salty finish. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Drink now through 2030. 150 cases made, 25 cases imported.
Rated 93/100 The Wine Spectator

Very limited - Only 150 cases made for the world



Joel Falmet Champagne Les Parcelles Brut...$47.99 / 750ml

Grower Champagne "RM" Récoltant-Manipulant
Creamy in texture, yet lithe and lively, thanks to bright, citrusy acidity, buoying finely meshed notes of poached quince, ripe melon, blood orange sorbet and Marcona almond. Clean-cut and lightly spiced on the lingering finish. Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Drink now through 2026. 300 cases imported.
Rated 92/100 The Wine Spectator
Annual production only 1,670 cases

Rated #1 Champagne in the New York Times
By ERIC ASIMOV

WhistlePig Farmstock Rye "A Swine Day in MO"


WhistlePig Farmstock Rye "A Swine Day in MO"...$52.99
Regular Price $64.99
Straight Rye
Recipe:
  • 4 Year Vermont Rye Char #3 Barrel
  • 6 Year Vermont Rye Char #4 Barrel
  • 6 Year Canadian Rye Char #3 Barrel

Farmstock Bespoke Batch "Statestock"
A Swine Day in MO Batch No. 223741

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Method and Madness Irish Single Malt French Limousin Oak Finish

The hits just keep on coming for whiskey drinkers----
another fantastic deal!!

Save $45 per bottle!
Method and Madness Irish Single Malt French Limousin Oak Finish....$34.99
Was $79.99
compare to $83.99 at Total Wine and More (Texas, not listed in MO)
Matured in Bourbon barrels and then finished in Limousin French Oak Casks.

This Single Malt was matured in American bourbon barrels and features a parcel of whiskey enhanced with Limousin oak, bringing a light French floral note giving way to crisp barley and sweet wafer.
(their website says this is a 14 Year old, but it does not say that on the bottle and we appear to have the same product)

Mexican Wine Tasting Friday and Saturday at The Wine and Cheese Place Town & Country with Aaron Fry

 

TASTING!
Friday September 20th from 5pm-7pm
AND
Saturday September 21st from 1pm-4pm

The Wine and Cheese Place
195 Lamp and Lantern 
Town and Country, MO

Mexican Wine Tasting
Join us both Friday and Saturday as we do a deep dive into wines of Mexico. On Saturday, Advanced Sommelier and all around Mexico spirit expert Aaron Fry will be on hand to pour and give a crash course on this up and coming market. This is a unique opportunity, come join us!
The tasting line-up:

2023 La Carrodilla Sauvignon Blanc...$22.99
Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico 
The 2023 is a brilliantly crisp vintage for this white from the biodynamic organic Carrodilla winery. Lighter on the tropical notes found in many of the Sauvignon Blancs from this region, here one finds more the high citrus notes of lemon and lemongrass layered in with grapefruit, white peach, fresh cut lawn and honeydew melon. This is delicious right out of the gate but will age nicely for 4 to 5 years.

2023 Monte Xanic Chenin Blanc...$19.99
Valle de Guadalupe/Valle Ojos Negros/Baja CA., Mexico
Winemaker Oscar Ganoa continues to dial in his approach to the microclimates of the holdings of Monte Xanic and use them to his advantage. The result: stunning fruit development and excellent bright acidity that is a challenge to find in this region. While not meant as a wine to age, it will hold well in your cellar for a few years at a minimum.

2023 La Carrodilla "Polen" Rose...$26.99
Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico 
This dry Grenache Rose is clean and has bright with fruit notes of strawberries and watermelon, citrus. Winemaker Gustava Gonzalez graduated as a chemist at the University of Berkley and obtained his master’s degree in Enology at the University of Davis, California.

2022 Monte Xanic Merlot...$34.99
Valle de Ojos Negros/Baja CA., Mexico
Monte Xanic was founded in 1987 by Eric, Hans, Manuel, Ricardo and Tomás, all great lovers of good wine and with a common dream: to create quality Mexican wines that would position Mexico on the international oenology map. Aged 12 months in French oak barriques, the dark cherry notes are complimented with vanilla, anise, and oak.

2022 Monte Xanic "Calixa" Cabernet/Syrah...$23.99
Valle de Guadalupe/Valle de Ojos Negros/Baja CA., Mexico
A classic new-world blend of two bold grapes (80% Cabernet, 20% Syrah) showcases the Valle de Guadalupe terroir with its sun drenched vineyards and sandy granite soils. This is a bountiful wine with flavors of ripened blackberries, tart bing-cherries and a subtle floral note of violets & fragrant lilacs. Truly a delicious crowd pleaser with or without food.

2023 La Carrodilla "Canto de Luna" Red Blend...$26.99
Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico 
Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo, and Syrah...Raspberry jam, tobacco, freshly cut red berries, refined wood, vanilla and blackberries on the nose. Dry, amicable, franc, acidity and tannins well-balanced, medium length. With over 20 years experience in the art of making wine; Gustavo González is one of the most renowned winemakers in the American Union. From 2015 he takes over La Lomita and Finca La Carrodilla wines in the Guadalupe Valley

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

2nd Shift Brewing Bless This Mess Almond Joy Imperial Stout

 
Bless This Mess Almond Joy Imperial Stout...$15.99 / 4pk 16oz cans
Coconut Lovers Unite! We used a stout base & added coconut, almond and Ghirardelli Chocolate to make this candy bar inspired beer. Think of this beer more as a dark chocolate Almond Joy. Bitter chocolate notes with soft coconut and almond that follows.

2nd Shift Brewing Bless This Mess Peanut Butter Cup Imperial Stout

 
Bless This Mess Peanut Butter Cup Imperial Stout...$12.99 / 4pk 16oz cans
An Imperial Stout blended with Ghirardelli chocolate & peanut butter. Just Bless This Mess of a beer

More in stock!
Huge sale on Stellum!!!
We are priced to Sell-um!


Save $60 per bottle
Stellum The Lone Cypress Rye Cask Strength.......only..$29.99
Was...$89.99
Compare to $75.49 at Total Wine and More (price checked 9/13/24)

115.34 Proof
This savory and delicate rye blend is defined by notes of dried herbs and pine, with a hint of salt-air salinity. It’s named for one of the world’s most famous trees, found on the picturesque coast of the Monterey Peninsula.
AWARDS
ASCOT AWARDS (2023) - gold
San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2023) - gold


Save $26 per bottle
Stellum Rye Whiskey Cask Strength...only..$23.99
Was...$49.99
Compare to $54.99 at Total Wine and More (price checked 9/13/24)
116.24 proof
The identity of Stellum Rye is rooted in a tried and true 95% Rye Indiana mash bill. To enhance this classic style, we incorporate small amounts more barley-forward rye and choice barrels from both Kentucky and Tennessee. This brings a full, round mouthfeel and flashes of buttery sweetness to an otherwise spicy and tightly focused Rye Whiskey.

Boulevard Brewing Saison Brett 2024 Release

First load went fast, we scored a few more cases!
Boulevard Brewing Saison Brett 2024 Release...$8.99 / 375ml
2024 RELEASE
Based on our beloved Tank 7, this astonishing saison is assertively dry-hopped with Amarillo, Calypso, and Citra hops, then bottle-conditioned with Brettanomyces, a strain of wild yeast that imparts a distinctive earthy quality. Warm-cellared for three months, the Brett character is deliciously apparent on release, but it's just getting started.

Recommended Glassware: Tulip Glass
ALC/VOL: 8.5%
IBU: 38

Maker's Mark 46 Cask Strength Bourbon

More in stock now!  Limited!
Maker's Mark 46 CASK STRENGTH Bourbon...$59.99 / 750ml
Kentucky straight bourbon whisky barrel finished with ten virgin French Oak staves
This rare expression is uncut, bottled at cask strength to deliver layers of fig and chocolate that reach the palate in waves. Not your typical barrel proof, it offers standout flavor and smoothness- the result of a singular, French- oak finishing
55.05% ABV | 110.1 Proof

Batch 23-02


Plus back in stock
Maker's Mark 101 Proof Bourbon...$33.99 / 750ml
Maker's Mark 46 Bourbon...$63.99 / 1.75 liter (new size on the regular 46)

Ridge Three Valleys Sonoma County



2021 Ridge Three Valleys Sonoma County...$24.99
Compare to $28.99 at Total Wine and More
A broad-shouldered red, with a potent structure but expressive blackberry, savory dill and white pepper flavors that speed toward medium-grained tannins. Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah and Alicante Bouschet. Drink now through 2033. 22,000 cases made.
Rated 92/100 The Wine Spectator

Wine and Cheese Pairing with Ridge Zinfandel
The 2021 Ridge Three Valleys Sonoma County Zinfandel is a bold yet balanced wine with rich blackberry, plum, and dark cherry notes, complemented by hints of pepper, spice, and oak. To enhance its flavors, you'll want a cheese pairing that can stand up to its intensity but also complement its fruit-forward and spicy profile.  A perfect cheese pairing for this Zinfandel would Manchego, which offers a subtle, nutty flavor that still pairs nicely with the wine's fruit and spice. The cheese’s slight saltiness can balance out the wine's acidity and tannins, enhancing the overall experience without overpowering the wine's complex flavors.
Serve with some figs, nuts, and perhaps a drizzle of honey for a perfect pairing!


Glen Scotia Single Malt Scotch Victoriana





Tough to get this one now!!
Hard to get any Campletown scotch now
Glen Scotia Single Malt Scotch Victoriana...$89.99

Each cask is chosen for its rare character and exceptional maturity. Finished in deep charred oak, the result is an exceptionally smooth single malt whisky whose aroma and flavour work in harmony. Bottled in the traditional way straight from the cask and without filtration, its subtle wood and vanilla flavour is enhanced by a full bodied spicy fruit aroma and mildly smokey aftertaste.
NOSE: Dark again. An elegant nose with hints of oak driving the bouquet. Interesting creme brulee notes leading to generous caramelised fruits and finally polished oak.
PALATE: Sweet and concentrated start with some jammy blackcurrant fruitiness. A big mid palate. Typical tightening towards the back palate. Becomes more austere with water.
FINISH: Clean and initially sweet.The green bean, with cocoa characteristic.




These two they claim are not available in the US on Glen Scotia's Website - 
we say wrong!  

SOLD OUT!
Glen Scotia Campbeltown Malts Festival Edition 2024 9 Year Old...$79.99
To celebrate the 2024 Campbeltown Malts Festival we have released this magnificent unpeated 9 year old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, with a minimum of 6 months in Fino sherry casks, adding a special finish to mark a special occasion.
This year we’re sending this limited-edition celebratory bottling around the world with a very special flavour of our home... Scan the QR code on pack to experience the Sound of Glen Scotia, a musical masterpiece constructed from sounds of our distillery.





Glen Scotia Double Cask Rum Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky...$53.99
A sibling to our ever-popular Glen Scotia Double Cask, Double Cask Rum Finish whisky is an exotic and mouth-watering dram for those not afraid to explore.
The alternative finish in Guyanese demerara rum barrels gives an exotic and tropical mouthfeel. Matured in the finest American oak barrels, this rich and exotic whisky is filled with notes of cooked sugar, molasses and tropical fruits.



Monday, September 16, 2024

Mead Hall



Mead made in Saint Charles, Missouri!


Mead Hall Burst...$16.99 / 500ml
  • 100% Orange Blossom Honey
  • Raspberries
  • Blackberries
  • Gluten Free
  • Local Missouri

Mead Hall Sunny...$14.99 / 500ml
Yo! Sunny is made with 100% orange blossom honey & is fermented HOT with kviek yeast, giving off rad citrusy notes. With a refreshing carbonation, this easy drinking mead will have you dreaming of sunny days and ridin' waves. 8% alc./vol.

NEW!!!
Mead Hall Daydreams....$26.99 / 375ml
Mead with Raspberries and peaches aged in Bourbon Barrels
It's been said that the average person spends around 30% of their time daydreaming. Every once in a while, one of these daydreams becomes a reality. Just like this mead, for example. Daydreams was made with a combination of clover, orange blossom, and raspberry blossom honey and then blended with a combination of red raspberries and peaches. It was then transferred to a Makers Mark Private Select barrel where it aged for one year. The result is a raspberry/peach mead that is silky smooth and decadent. The fruit, the honey, and the notes from the bourbon barrel all meld together seamlessly. 

Prairie Artisan Ales Scary Prairie Candy Pack


Prairie Artisan Ales Scary Prairie Candy Pack....$22.99 / 8 pack variety
Skittles. Nerds. Green Apple Jolly Ranchers. Gummy Peach Rings.

Includes
  • Tiny Esses
  • Nerdy Dancing
  • Rhinestone Rancher
  • Side Peach

Prairie Nerdy Dancing
sour ale with crunchy sour candy, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Blue #2, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6,
FD&C Yellow #5 and carmine color
4.8% ABV

Prairie Rhinestone Rancher
Sour ale with Green Apple Syrup, FD&C Blue #1 and FD&C Yellow #5
4.8% abv

Prairie Artisan Ales Tiny Esses Sour Ale
The summer of sours continues. NOW WE'RE RELEASING TINY ESSES. It's a sour ale made with popular rainbow chewy candy bits. Previously only available in the taproom, this beer is now shipping out to our full distribution network!
It's crazy. You don't want to miss it.

Prairie Side Peach Sour Ale
Sour Ale with Gummy Peach rings 5.8% ABV


Sunday, September 15, 2024

Chardonnay Around the World Wine Sampler

We have wine from around the world and cheese from around the world!
St. Louis' best wine and cheese pairings

Not your classic Chardonnay sampler pack!
Chardonnay from some areas you might not expect!!!

Chardonnay Around the World Wine Sampler
1 bottle each of the wines below = regular price of $154.94
Special Sampler price = $130 / for the 6 bottles!


  1. 2021 David Finlayson Chardonnay...SOUTH AFRICA
  2. 2021 El Enemigo Chardonnay...ARGENTINA
  3. 2022 Domaine des Nugues Beaujolais Villages BLANC....BEAUJOLAIS
  4. 2023 Terlan Alto Adige Chardonnay Tradition....ITALY
  5. 2021 Te Mata Estate Chardonnay Hawkes Bay...NEW ZEALAND
  6. 2021 Tan Fruit Chardonnay Cuvee Tan Fruit...OREGON

More info about the wines! You can order them individually too, just click the "Buy Now" button above and scroll down



2021 David Finlayson Chardonnay...$19.99
South African Chardonnay
A lily of the valley perfume opens to present ripe fruit flavours of cantaloupe melon, lemon zest, tangerine, and a touch of dried papaya. The palate has a gentle fruit character, so easy-drinking, with attractive notes of white peach, yellow cherry, and chamomile.
Rated 96/100 Decanter Magazine
There are some distinct similarities to the flavors found in cooler Burgundian sites – perhaps most similar to a fine Meursault. " - Winemaker


2021 El Enemigo Chardonnay...$24.99
Chardonnay from Argentina
A hint of flint and gunpowder with waxed lemon, oyster shell, mango and salted green apples. Quite a textured, saline expression of chardonnay with tangy flavors and a mineral drive. Full-bodied and reductive with phenolic support. Savory, saline and mouthwatering finish. Love the austerity here. Drink or hold.
Rated 97/100 James Suckling


2022 Domaine des Nugues Beaujolais Villages BLANC....$24.99 
A rare 100% Chardonnay from Beaujolais
White Beaujolais Blanc is a bit of a rarity as only 2% of Beaujolais production is White. We do not see too many but they can be delicious wines when you get a good one. We found a great one! It is crisp and fresh with flavors of pears, melons, apricots. It is unoaked showing off the minerality and ripe fruits and a touch of nuttiness. It pairs well with goat cheese, fish, and even desserts with fresh fruit.

2023 Terlan Alto Adige Chardonnay Tradition....$21.99
Chardonnay from Italy
Fresh and open-knit, with flavors of Golden Delicious, persimmon and elderflower, plus a touch of almond skin, all layered with well-cut acidity. Spiced finish. Drink now. 10,000 cases made, 457 cases imported.
Rated 89/100 The Wine Spectator


2021 Te Mata Estate Chardonnay Hawkes Bay...$22.99
Chardonnnay from New Zealand (more known for their Sauvignon Blancs)
Aromas of white nectarines and white peaches, alongside notes of lychee, ripe citrus, creamy nougat and delicate spice. The ripe and dry mid-palate is full and rich, with just a touch of ripe pear and ‘marmalade on toast’. This plushness and concentration in Estate Chardonnay rolls to a whisper finish that’s clean, saline, fresh and fine-boned.

2021 Tan Fruit Chardonnay Cuvee Tan Fruit...$39.99
Oregon Chardonnay (more well know for Pinot Noir)
The 2021 Chardonnay Cuvée Tan Fruit comes from Dijon vines in the Maresh Vineyard, planted on a south-facing slope in 1991, plus a number of other sources around Willamette Valley. Bottled a few months earlier than the other Tan Fruit Chardonnays, its savory aromas explode from the glass: a core of peachy fruit is streaked with touches of candle smoke, matchstick, pie crust and floral tones. Medium-bodied, seamless and satiny, it flows effortlessly through the mouth with both depth of flavor and freshness. It has a pleasing touch of grip to anchor the long finish and feels like it has more to give as it unwinds in bottle over the next several years. Around 1,000 cases were made.
Rated 97/100 The Wine Advocate

Spirits on sale!!!

 


Looking for some great sales!!!
It is a great time to buy whiskey!
We are seeing a lot of great prices come our way


Time to stock up!!!!!

Wolves Whiskey American Single Malt 7 & 11 Year Release


Wolves Whiskey 7 Year...on sale $179.99
was...$239.99 / 750ml
7 Year, Lot 1
American Single Malt
  • Distillation Year: 2015
  • Mash: Two-row malted barley, California yeast
  • Barrels: 12 barrel lot, New American Oak, Light Toast to Char 3
  • Barrel Heads: Alternating; American and Hungarian Oak
  • Hand wrapped in Italian sheepskin
  • Bottled in premium French cut glass
  • Nose - maple syrup, orange, currant, vanilla, and honey.
  • Palate - dark chocolate, port, stone fruit, oak, oats.
  • Finish - steady resolution, front to back.
“Wolves developed something truly special in the newly
minted American Single Malt space... Wolves’ California
Single Malt is exceptional.”-Nicholas Stecher, Robb Report
Wolves Whiskey 11 Year...on sale $179.99
was...$249.99 / 750ml
11 Year, Lot 2
American Single Malt
  • Distillation Year: 2012
  • Mash: Irish maltings, California yeast
  • Barrels: 10 barrel lot, New American Oak, Light Toast to Char 3
  • Barrel Heads: toasted American
  • Hand wrapped in Italian sheepskin
  • Bottled in premium French cut glass
  • Nose - toasted oats, dried fruit, vanilla, black pepper, oak.
  • Palate - tobacco, caramel, stone fruit, honey, oats.
  • Finish - long finish, sweet upfront with drying effect on
  • palate. creeping salinity.
“While for less efficient than a column still, the slow,
antique still yields whiskey with more body, flavor, and
viscosity.”   -Fred Minnick

Saturday, September 14, 2024

World Whiskey Society

 


WWS Reserve Collection (Gargoyle bottle) 8 yo Armagnac Finished...$139.99 / 750ml
Straight bourbon whiskey finished in Armagnac casks
mash bill:
  • 78% corn
  • 13% rye
  • 9% malted barley
GOLD 2024 Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America Tasting Competition

WWS 10 Year Old Straight Bourbon Finished in Sherry Barrel...$109.99 / 750ml
  • 10 years aged
  • finished in oloroso sherry barrels
  • wheated edition
BEST OF SHOW and DOUBLE GOLD 
2024 Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America Tasting Competition

WWS Ducks Unlimited Ducks Straight Bourbon Whiskey...$139.99 / 750ml
Together with Ducks Unlimited, the World Whiskey Society is proud to present a new whiskey experience to the world, combining tradition with innovation for a truly one-of-a-kind product.
This limited edition Straight Bourbon whiskey pays homage to the heritage and tradition of the hunt, with a focus on fine craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Bottled in a handcrafted and hand-painted ceramic duck-shaped decanter, admire the majestic form of this beautiful mallard duck caught mid-flight.
Distilled in Indiana, this NAS Straight Bourbon exhibits an attractive complexity of vanilla, citrus, honey, and toasted caramel, with a soft, silky mouthfeel and a subtle spice at the end.
This exquisite Mallard Duck Straight Bourbon Whiskey isn’t just about the exceptional liquid inside; it is a celebration of heritage and tradition. Housed in a handcrafted and hand-painted ceramic decanter, this limited edition whiskey is meticulously sculpted in the form of a majestic mallard duck in mid-flight, with every detail paying homage to the time-honored pursuit of the hunt. Distilled in Indiana, the whiskey boasts an alluring complexity, offering notes of vanilla, citrus, honey, and toasted caramel with a smooth, silky mouthfeel and a touch of spice on the finish.