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Wine of the Month

ANDELUNA MALBEC 2009 MENDOZA, ARGENTINA
$9.95 [#380877]




If you’re reading this newsletter, there’s a good chance you’ve heard the buzz about Argentina and the luscious Malbecs of Mendoza. We’ve fallen hard for these wines, but the with explosion of Argentine wines we’ve tasted so many good ones, our standards have grown higher and higher. Forgive us, but sometimes we find ourselves saying, “Meh, another tasty Malbec for ten bucks, but where are we going to put it...?"
This Andeluna Malbec is a real stand-out in a category crowded with good wines and it made our decision easy. Andeluna definitely has that core of sumptuous and silky fruit that is essential in a Malbec—long, richly textured, yet enlivened by bright acidity and lavish baking-spices. The flavor profile is a pitch perfect balance between black fruit and red fruit (for “black fruit” think flavors like blackberry, mulberry and currant; for “red fruit” think soft and pretty Pinot-like flavors of raspberry, strawberry and pomegranate). The Andeluna Malbec is bold and beautiful enough to make us fall in love again. Your teeth may be black after enjoying a bottle, but we’re sure you’ll be smiling.


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Yalumba
One of Australia's Finest...
...At Hi-Time we’ve made Yalumba a cornerstone of our Australia wine selection for many years. The Hill Smith family produces excellent wines at all price points—from the tasty “Y Series” for everyday pleasure, to more serious wines from the “Barossa” range like Eden Valley Viognier and Barossa Shiraz-Viognier, and collectibles like “Signature” Cabernet-Shiraz and “Octavius” Shiraz. All the diverse pieces of the story—from the nursery and the cooperage to the old vines and deep stewardship of the land—have made Yalumba a truly great winery.


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North America
DUMOL 2007 CHARDONNAY RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY

The fruit for the Russian River bottling comes from 6 prized vineyards, including Dutton Ranch, Heintz, Ritchie, and Hyde. Yields were a lowly 2 to 3.5 tons per acre, with vines in the 13 to 39-year range (wow, that’s old!). The grapes were whole cluster pressed, barrel fermented with native yeasts, with only a small portion going through malolactic fermentation.

ROBERT PARKER 90-93 POINTS - “A blend of different vineyards, their 2007 Chardonnay Russian River might turn out to be one of the best Chardonnays they have made under this moniker. Crisp acids, beautiful lemon butter notes intermixed with brioche and orange/nectarine notes are all present in this full-bodied wine, with the oak pushed well into the background. This is a beauty that should drink nicely for 3-4 years.”

$54.95 750ml [220230]

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Other American wines: All California Wine - Cabernet - Cal Alsace - Cal Italy - Cal Rhone - Chardonnay - Merlot - Pinot Noir - Sparkling - Zinfandel


World Wines - Spain
Barbadillo palomino fino JEREZ

Barbadillo is a family-owned business in the Upper Jerez region in Spain and the largest producer of Manzanilla in the whole of the Jerez region. They own 500 hectares of vineyards, have a rich tradition dating back centuries and, judging by the outstanding quality of this little Palomino, have an even brighter future. Palomino Fino is a grape used mostly in the production of Sherry. But, it can make an enjoyable un-fortified wine with the right touch. What touch is that, you may ask? Aye, there's the rub. The grape is generally low in both acidity and sugar, which doesn't affect its use in Sherry but can make it tricky for making standard wine from it. The Barbadillo version, however, stands out. The nose starts with a light minerality and straw notes and a beautiful, refined cellared stone fruit essence. The palate begins crisp with a rush of brisk acidity balanced with upfront fruit and a light sweetness in the background. Flavors of Asian pear blend with a mélange of stone/orchard fruits. The mouthfeel is rounded but not fat. All in all, a very tasty, versatile white at a great price that will work wonders solo or pair with clean, simple dishes (cheeses, white meats, pork, fish, etc.).

$6.95 750ml [380892]

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Other World Wines: Argentina - Australia - Austria - Chile - Eastern Europe - Germany - Greece - Hungary - Italy  - New Zealand - Port - Portugal - Sake - Sherry/Maderia - Spain - South Africa - Switzerland - Uruguay


France - Laissez les bons vins continuent!
DOMAINE FONTSAINTE 2009 CORBIERES
ROSÉ GRIS DE GRIS

A crystalline salmon color with superb amethyst tints. Fine separate legs run slowly down the glass. Nose: Expressive and particularly tonic, the wine immediately gives off notes of raspberry, cherry and freshly picked strawberries - followed by exotic aromas such as pineapple and mango. Palate: A direct and considerable freshness - the density and richness of the fruit mingle with the superb acid vitality giving a wine with a frisson and a magnificent persistency. In summary: Stunningly balanced, this is an extremely appetent wine! Ideal as an aperitif with toast and crushed olives, or with wok-fried vegetables and garlic mayonnaise, grilled fish, lamb tajine, finely roasted guinea-fowl with rosemary...

$11.95 750ml [309506]  

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Other French wines: Alsace - Beaujolais - Bordeaux (Red) - Bordeaux (White) - Burgundy (Red) - Burgundy (White) - Champagne - Loire Valley - Rhone (Red) - Rhone (White) - South France (SUD)


Champagne & Sparkling Wine
LE MESNIL BRUT BLANC DE BLANCS GRAND CRU

We introduced this co-op-produced Champagne from the famed Côte des Blancs village of Mesnil-sur-Oger about 18 months ago and quickly sold it out. That Champagne was fashioned entirely from 2002 Chardonnay juice, while this successor is mostly drawn from the 2004 and 2005 vintages. If anything, this sequel surpasses the 2002 as it represents a richer, more mouth-filling expression of Le Mesnil’s noble terroir. One of the unique aspects of Le Mesnil Champagnes is that the vineyards of the village are planted with a special clone of Chardonnay that is noted for its pronounced apple-like varietal flavor and for its penetrating perfume. This Blanc de Blancs honors its noble origins by offering up billowing aromas of wisteria and apple blossoms followed by vibrant tastes of pippin apples and bosc pears interlaced with inflections of chalk and lemon meringue. A deliciously authoritative aperitif that works well with or without food.

$35.98 750ml [325462] 

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Other Sparkling wine: American Sparkling - Champagne - Other Sparkling
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World Wines - Italy
BRESSAN MASTRI VINAI 2003 VERDUZZO FRIULANO

Closely-related to the Verduzzo Giallo used in Friuli’s great sweet wine, Ramandolo, this wine, from Verduzzo Friulano, is completely dry.  Offering up an incredibly complex bouquet of apricots, paraffin, citrus zest, lanolin, sea-salt and oyster shell supported by a nuanced touch of almond oil and sandalwood from a little time in old Slavonian casks, this is a white vin de garde that will actually improve for another 10-15 years in the bottle.  Quite unlike the squeaky-clean, stainless-steel fermented whites that Friuli has become known for, this is a monumental example of the old-style approach.  Try it with a dish of sautéed scallops or a few slices of Prosciutto di San Daniele. Limited.

$21.98 750ml [380049]

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Other World Wines: Argentina - Australia - Austria - Chile - Eastern Europe - Germany - Greece - Hungary - Italy  - New Zealand - Port - Portugal - Sake - Sherry/Maderia - Spain - South Africa - Switzerland - Uruguay


Spirits
BARBANCOURT 15YR RUM

Called the Cognac of rums, Rhum Barbancourt Estate Reserve is made directly from hand-cut, locally grown, fresh-pressed sugar cane juice and then aged 15 years. Selected from the family’s private stock, only a limited quantity is released each year. Leading aromas of straw, cane syrup, tea, honey, caramel, dried peaches, almond and oak are elegant and inviting. The palate reveals toasty oak, toffee, macadamia nut and cinnamon in an oily, smooth divulgence that lingers to reveal stewed fruits. The finish is a soft, mellow and recherche display of all of these flavors. This Rhum is unbelievably good, have it neat.

Sale $36.99 Normally $42.99 750ml [102210]

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Other Spirits: 50ml - Brandy - Cordial - Gin - Rum - Scotch - Tequila - Vodka - Whiskey - Mixers


Sake
CHIKURIN FUKAMARI JUNMAI
SMV: +4 (very dry) : Acidity: 1.3 (balanced)
Alcohol %: 15-16

To plump up the palate and body of this lovely sake Chikurin adds a small percentage of aged sake (called Koshu) in-- with fantastic results. The name, Fukamari, means ‘depth’ and that name is completely appropriate. The supple aromas begin with luscious creamy rice, delicate tones of apricot and fruit blossoms. These pleasant scents are lithe and inviting. The flavors are relaxed and soft leading with rice milk and evolving to imply peaches, plum and wild strawberries. This sake is so versatile, serve it cool or warm, as a perfect compliment to dry cheeses, salami or grilled meat.

$25.99 720ml [365700]


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Gift Baskets
HESS CABERNET
 BASKET
Hess Cabernet Allomi with crakers, grilled eggplant, dark chocolate, smoked salmon, & wine lovers chocolate
.

$69.98  [802060]

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Brewery of the Month:
De Proef Brouwerij Lochristi, Gent, Belgium

De Proef Brewmaster's Collection Monstre Rogue 750ml $15.96

In 1996 highly regarded brewing engineer and professor, Dirk Naudts, created De Proef Brouwerij in the village of Lochristi, near the historic city of Gent, Belgium. The ultra-scientific brewery blends modern equipment and technologies with traditional brewing methods. Each beer is crafted in an 11 hectolitre (9 U.S. barrel) brewhouse that Michael Jackson once described as "the ultimate toy for the aspiring homebrewer."
The flexible nature of the brewery enables Naudts to create an impressive range of traditional and not so traditional ales. His ability to design and brew unique products is showcased in the De Proef Brewmaster's Collection.


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