Petrolo Torrione Toscana
$62.99
This historic property dates back to 1834 by agronomist Giorgio Perrin, owner of Petrolo and member of the Accademia dei Gergofili of Florence. He celebrates Sangiovese and this land, especially that spot called Campo Asciutto (now Bòggina), explaining how it was common use at the time planting “French grapes” in Chianti to combine with Sangiovese, by virtue of a soil that manages to prevail over different varietals. The Estate was acquired in the 40’s by the family Bazzocchi that followed up the tradition of carefully producing high quality wines with utter commitment. The pecularities of this area add to its value; the land of Petrolo, where vineyards, olive groves and woodscoexist, living side by side, forming with the soil a rich ecosystem that contributes to perfectly balance the different grape varieties.
Terres des Familles Pinot Noir
$87.99
Like a family reunion, this wine brings together the members of a single lineage that goes back 700 years. The Cistercian monks nurtured the vineyards back then, making wine for the Church. What divine inspiration! Then like now, the wine is made with the greatest care. Expressive with notes of vanilla and red berries. Rounded and gentle in the mouth, this is an easy, pleasant wine and ready to opened now.
Altolandon Organic Red
$34.99
Owner & winemaker, Rosalia Molina, produces these organic wines in one of Spain's highest-altitude wineries. Her mission is to make wines that express the typicity of DO Manchuela, and this includes the vineyards, the altitude and the varieties planted. The climate pushes the limits for grape growing because, at 1,100 metres above sea level issues like frost become a concern. The grapes tend to experience a large diurnal range that encourages even ripening and helps to retain natural acidity. Rosalia's vineyards are certified organic, she uses only natural fertilizers, promoting biodiversity by welcoming chickens, sheep and pigs from local farms to roam the vineyards freely. Grapes are hand-harvested and vinified as naturally as possible with native yeasts and little other intervention. The wines are then aged in clay amphora and some in French oak to give texture and complexity.
This organic red blend is made up predominantly of Syrah, with some Cabernet Franc and Garnacha, dense and layered. One to enjoy now or cellar for a while. It spends 24 months in French oak as well.Ripe notes of black berries, blueberries, a touch of minerality and an expressive note of black pepper. A great wine to pair with a juicy steak, tourtiere and/or roasted root vegetables. Vegan friendly!
Evan Williams Black Label Bourbon
$29.99
Mollydooker The Maitre D Cabernet Sauvig
$39.99
Every wine that Sparky and Sarah Marquis craft has some connection to their past. Sparky was a Maitre D' and served wine, now he makes it! Better still, this lush red has deep roots in McLaren Vale - home to many great wines. Seamless, full-bodied and bursting with spice, black olives and herbs. Savor the rich plum fruit finish. Try with hard cheeses, savory meats and dark chocolate!
Lindemans Lambic Kriek
$7.99
This rose coloured lambic has the bouquet of freshly harvested cherries, sparkling, smooth, fruity and refreshing, finishing dry. Lindemans has brewed Kriek since 1811. Serving suggestions, as an aperitif in place of dry sherry, with carbonnade a la beouf, mussels in white wine or Gueuze, flavourful cheeses; traditionally served in tall, thick tumbler with cubes of sugar to sweeten to taste.
Marcarini Moscato D'Asti
$27.99
Moscato d'Asti is an extraordinary dessert wine, sweet, aromatic and slightly sparkling. The vine is the ancient Moscato bianco del Piemonte (white Moscato of Piedmont), already known in the Roman times. Aromatic, floral and fruity, the taste is pleasantly sweet and fresh due to the low alcohol content. Enjoy with fresh pastries and cakes, the classic panettone, all kinds of baked desserts and fruit.
Petrolo Galatrona Toscana
$264.99
This historic property dates back to 1834, when it was owned by agronomist Giorgio Perrin, owner of Petrolo and member of the Accademia dei Gergofili of Florence. He celebrated Sangiovese and this land, especially a spot called Campo Asciutto (now Bòggina), explaining how it was common practice at the time to plant “French grapes” in Chianti to blend with Sangiovese, in soils that favour specific varietals. The estate was acquired in the 40s by the Bazzocchi family who followed the tradition of carefully producing high-quality wines with utter commitment. The characteristics of this area add to its value; the land of Petrolo, where vineyards, olive groves and woods coexist, living side by side, forming a rich ecosystem that contributes to the perfect balance between the different grape varieties. The vineyard extends for three ha and was planted in 1990 on soils with a higher concentration of clay. Galatrona is the first Merlot vineyard that Petrolo planted, and it, along with Sassacia, is Italy's equivalent to first-growth Bordeaux.
Rhum Barbancourt Reserve 8 Year
$44.99
The history of rum is intricately linked to that of sugar cane which was brought to the Caribbean from the Canary Islands by Columbus in 1493. In the Caribbean sugar cane was first planted on the island of Hispaniola, which is shared by Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The first sugar cane spirits would appear in British Barbados around 1640. The rum is aged 8 years in Limousin Oak.