Mezcal Union
$73.99
As the name implies, this bottling is procured from a cooperative of Mescaleros and bottled under one label. Particularly, this bottling is their flagship release and serves as an introduction to the Mezcal Union range.
What is peculiar about this bottling is that it uses both Espadin and Cirial agave varietals to concoct the spirit. In contrast to most introduction bottlings which generally use only the more prominent Espadin agave varietal, this Union bottling offers a slightly more nuanced style of mezcal for their entry level.
Meinklang Graupert Pinot Gris
$41.99
Made from biodynamic (organic) Pinot Gris grapes, the wine is aptly named 'Graupert' which translates to 'tangled' or 'wild', referring to the vines which are allowed to grow free and wild. Free-growing vines produce bunches with smaller grapes with less juice and thicker skins. This produces greater aromas, gives extra layers of complexity to the wine and even gives the wine its darker colour. This is not your usual Pinot Gris. Look for honey, pear and almond on the nose and a buttery, creamy texture with lively acidity, and fruity, mineral weight on the palate. Great with poultry, rabbit, port or vegetarian meals.
Tesseron Lot 53 XO Perfection
$684.99
Produced from Ungi Blanc and Colombard grapes from the Grand Champagne sub-region of Cognac in France. Aged in Limousin Oak Casks.
Royal Brackla 21 Year
$279.99
Royal Brackla is one of the Scottish distilleries owned by John Dewar's and Son's, which is in turn owned by Bacardi. Part of the companies' Last Great Malts lineup, the 21 year old is bottled at 40% ABV.
Koch El Mezcal De Oaxaca - Espadin
$60.99
47% ABV
Nastro D`Oro Crema di Melone
$37.99
Agrapart Terroirs Blanc de Blanc
$179.99
92 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate for this beauty from Agrapart! The review: "Agrapart’s NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Terroirs is another fabulous wine. Here it is the combination of tension and weightlessness that is especially appealing. Sweet floral notes and a suggestion of mint meld into white orchard fruit in this effortless, totally gracious wine. All the elements meld together on the seamless, crystalline finish." A Kensington Wine Market exclusive, too!
Agrapart 7 Crus Champagne
$136.99
Oh, yeah. A beautiful, beautiful Champagne - and 92 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, too. The review: "Agrapart’s NV Brut Blanc De Blancs 7 Crus E13 – named for the seven Cote des Blancs villages from which it is sourced, and in this instance disgorged in May, 2013 – displays uncommon delicacy, buoyancy, tension and nuance for an “intro-level” cuvee, and that uncannily combined with a sense of richness and purity to its white peach and grapefruit. Almond and pistachio cream lend allure; chalk and salt along with piquancy of peach kernel and toasted pumpkin seed impart interest, invigoration and saliva-inducement to an effusively juicy, succulent and refreshingly sustained finish. Seven grams of residual sugar, incidentally, is fairly high by estate standards but perfectly complements this wine’s forward fruit without engendering any sense of outright sweetness. This exceptional value in Champagne should remain irresistible for at least the next couple of years, and I shall be anxious to experience what happens further down the pike as I revisit the bottles I recently purchased (because older “intro-level” bottles are not usually something that growers – or, for that matter, most self-styled wine collectors – can lay their hands on to pour for you)."
Paul John Classic Select Cask
$97.99
Matured in American oak this Inidian single malt has been bottled at a cask strength of 55.2%.
Distiller's Tasting Note
Nose: Fruity, malty aromas are intertwined with honey. A hint of bourbon teases your senses.
Palate: With the very first sip, flavours of malted barley greet you. A heady mix of bourbon and manuka honey-liquorice makes for an attractive spine. And while you relish this experience, the unexpected flavour of toasted honeycomb takes you by surprise.
Finish: This Single Malt has an absolutely elegant finish, with juicy Demerara tones ensuring a soft, friendly finish.