Previous Week's Promotions

Turley 2005 "Cedarman" Howell Mountain Zinfandel
$49.95   Limit 1 bottle                             Sold out
“Barely tamed, this Zinfandel offers wild berry, wild flower and sage aromas and zesty layers of plum, game and toasty black pepper flavors.”

Turley 2005 "Dogtown" Lodi Zinfandel
$69.95
"Abundant with smoky, meaty aromas and dense, ripe blackberry, cracked pepper and licorice flavors that take on muscle toward the supple finish."

Turley 2005 "Hayne" Napa Valley Zinfandel
$99.95                                                    Sold out
"Offers lots of sweet and tart fruit, ranging from plum to rhubarb, with flavors that are nicely complex and focused. Has lots of savory and licorice notes, and the finish turns a bit rustic."

Turley 2005 "Pesenti" Paso Robles Zinfandel
$64.95                                         Sold out
"The impressive, powerful 2005 Zinfandel Pesenti Vineyard exhibits a dark ruby/purple color, plenty of minerality, loads of bright, savory, black cherry and black currant fruit, and notions of pepper and crushed rocks. This is one of the deepest, richest, most full-bodied 2005s in this portfolio."

Turley 2005 "Ueberoth" Paso Robles Zinfandel
$79.95
"Intriguing aromas of smoky meat and briary blackberry lead to powerful and layered wild berry, blueberry and licorice flavors that end with zesty tannins."

Turley 2005 "Hayne" Napa Valley Petite Sirah
$99.95                                         Sold out
"Dense and chewy. Pretty floral, huckleberry and wild berry fruit flavors, with hints of spice and cedar. Balanced, intense, even elegant, ending with a touch of fresh earth and anise."

Beaumet Cuvee Rose Brut $27.99
Beaumet's talented cellarmaster, Denis Colombier, has fashioned an amiable, but sophisticated, Rose that sports a deep salmon-red hue and presents a seductive nose of Bing cherries, cocoa and toasted almonds. Harmonious and soft in the mouth this Pinot Noir based Champagne presents delectable flavors of poached red berries and nougat, while it's long-play finish features savory brown spice and carob notions. All in all, this a commendable effort that is easily worth twice its modest price in today's market.

Chambord Rasberry Cordial
Sale Price $26.99   Original Price $30.99
French liqueur with an intense flavor of black-raspberries, fruits, herbs and honey. The taste is sweet, and it has a ruby red color.

Its full name is Chambord Liqueur Royale De France, and it is produced by Charles Jacquin Et Cie

Pama Pomegranate Liqueur
Sale Price $18.99 Original Price $23.99
Made with all-natural California pomegranate juice, premium vodka and "a touch" of tequila, PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur is the first premium pomegranate-flavored liqueur available. Ruby red in color with a sweet, yet tart, thick flavor, PAMA is a great representation of the real "forbidden fruit" and can transform a variety of cocktails into an exotic explosion of the recently rediscovered flavor.

Starbucks Coffee Liqueur
Sale Price $22.99  Original Price $14.99
This is a great new liqueur - fine coffee and blended alcohol in one bottle. A must for coffee drinkers that enjoy a good stiff coffee every now and then. The bottle shape is a replica of a cocktail shaker with a functional lid that doubles as a shot measurement. The stars in Starbucks logo are echoed in a reverse color band around the bottom of the bottle lid. Dark espresso replaces the traditional silver color of the "shaker" to evoke the deep, rich coffee for which Starbucks is famous.

Woodford Reserve Kentucky Derby 1L Bourbon
Sale Price $32.99 Original Price $39.99
Limited Edition
In commemoration of the 134th running of the Kentucky Derby, Churchill Downs and the Labrot & Graham Distillery are proud to bring you this limited edition bottling of Woodford Reserve bourbon.
Woodford Reserve's affiliation with the Sport of Kings also includes its sponsorship of the Woodford Reserve Turf Classic, the Grade I stakes race that precedes the “Run for the Roses” on May 3, 2003. Since its first running in 1987, the Turf Classic race has become one of thoroughbred racing’s premier events for horses that run on grass.

Flor de Cana 18 Year Rum
Sale Price $34.99 Original Price $43.99
Rich copper color. Dark caramel, buttered nuts, and spice aromas. A rich, supple entry leads to a viscous, dryish, full-bodied palate with robust dark chocolate, caramel, roasted nuts, and brown spice flavors. Finishes with a very long, charred oak, vanilla, and burnt caramel fade. A very serious, dry, and elegant rum. Mom will love it.

Asom Broso La Rosa Reposado
Sale Price $36.99 Original Price $43.99
From your first sip to your last, an explosion of taste and fragrance inundates your senses... Opening nose emits sweet floral scent; aeration brings out characteristics of vintage Bordeaux wine. Palate entry is spicy and peppery with a sweet and smooth vanilla finish.

August West 2006 "Graham Family Vineyard" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$44.95
This could quite possibly be winemaker Ed Kurtzman's (Freeman, Roar) best to date! The grapes come from a small vineyard that has quickly become a "poster child" for quality fruit. The wine has an intense ruby color, and an herb and spice scented nose which is both pretty and powerful. The palate is lush, with bright fruit flavors of cherry, strawberry, and raspberry, balanced by perfect acidity, subtle tannin, and a balance that tempts you to drink the whole bottle! Less than 700 cases produced!

Castalia 2006 "Rochioli Vineyard" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$49.95
Terry Bering has been the Cellar Master at Rochioli Winery since 1990, and has been making wine since 1985. Obviously, being the Cellar Master at Rochioli has it's advantages. This is 100% Pinot Noir: 50% from the River Block and the rest from an 18-year-old block that Terry feels is even better than the River Block. The wine is soft and approachable presenting enticing aromas and flavors of cherry, stawberry and cola notes, then gaining palate weight. Only 328 cases produced!

Ketcham Estate 2006 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$39.95
Mark Ketcham & Steve Rigisich tapped winemaker Michael Browne (yes...of Kosta Browne fame) to make the wine. Dedication to the utmost quality with their first release made the wine a big hit with our customers, and it was gone in a blip! The 2006 has landed, and is every bit as good! It jumps out of the glass with aromas of cherry, strawberry, cola, spice, and a hint of mushroom. The palate follows suit, giving way to a touch of minerality and anise, and nicely placed acidity. About 500 cases produced.

Kistler 2005 "Kistler  Vineyard" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$150.00 Limit 2 Bottles Robert Parker 93-95 Points
"Kistler Vineyards, undeniably one of the world's finest winemaking estates, is run with passionate dedication to detail and quality by Steve Kistler and Mark Bixler. The deep ruby/purple-hued 2005 Pinot Noir Kistler Vineyard possesses sweet blueberry, raspberry, and forest floor notes, zesty acidity, elegance, and finesse, and a medium-bodied finish."

Martinelli 2006 "Bella Vigna" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$60.00
Lee Martinelli, Sr. and his family have farmed the Russian River Valley for decades, and have some of the most impressive vineyards. Winemaker Helen Turley has graced the cover of Wine Spectator and other great publications over the course of time, and her wines have garnered praise from virtually every wine critic out there. Couple the two of them together, and you have a recipe for success! The Martinelli wines are highly coveted, so we are thrilled to have them to offer to our customers!

Williams Selyem 2006 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
$100.00 Limit 3 Bottles
Williams Selyem is considered to be one of the original "cult" producers. And there is no doubt this winery helped to write the book on Pinot Noir. This wine is "textbook" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir, from its ruby/garnet color, to its beautiful nose of cherry, cola, strawberry, and spice. The flavors follow suit, with additional flavors of plum, black truffle, clove, cola, and a silky, soft texture amid refined tannins. It is finesse in a bottle, and a "must have" for any Pinot Noir fanatic!

TORBRECK 2007 SEMILLON “WOODCUTTERS” $15.98 [#377558]
Semillon was one of the first white grape varieties planted in the Barossa Valley over 160 years ago so it is quite at home in the region. This wonderful white is less lemony than its Hunter Valley counterparts but the very old low yielding Semillon vines produce grapes that result in rounder, broader style wines. This enticing white offers up wonderful aromas of smoked hazelnuts and honeysuckle along with a creamy yet fresh palate of spiced exotic fruit flavors and a flinty minerality. An outstanding introduction to Semillon.

TORBRECK 2006 SHIRAZ “WOODCUTTERS” $17.98 [#377455]
Like the Semillon, this wine is named for the period when Dave Powell was working as a woodcutter in the Torbreck forest in Scotland. It’s a perennial customer favorite at Hi-Time and we continue receiving requests for the wine throughout the year long after it is sold out. "Woodcutters" is one of the best values going and it over-delivers in our estimation. Packed with hand selected fruit, it’s brimming with fresh ripe aromas of black raspberry, tea, white pepper and spice and loaded with richly textured and layered flavors of blackberry, bluberry and plum. Powell ages this wine in large used oak barrels and avoids the excessive oakiness found in so many Shirazs in this price range. An outstanding value not to be missed. Robert Parker 92 points.

TORBRECK 2005 “ THE STRUIE” $49.98 [#377314]
"The Struie" seems to get lost in the shuffle every year until folks figure out how good it is. With this wine the focus is on cooler climate Shiraz from parcels in the Eden and Barossa Valleys. The Eden Valley fruit is sourced from 44-year-old vines located 400-500 meters above sea level. These grapes ripen up to two weeks later than most of the Barossa and result in wines with distinctive cool climate characteristics that are a bit more structured and tightly wound in their youth. When combined with fruit from 80-year-old Barossa hillside vines, "Struie" offers enticing aromas of blackberries, licorice and pepper and an alluring palate of sliky smooth black fruit with outstanding balance and finish. Put this one in the cellar for a couple of years and prepare to be impressed. Robert Parker 94 points.

TORBRECK 2007 “JUVENILES” GRENACHE/ MOURVEDRE/SHIRAZ $16.98 [#377715]
Originally “Juveniles” was made by Powell for an ex-pat Englishman friend of his who operates a wine bar in Paris of the same name. Like Dave, wine bar owner Tim Johnston is a RhÙne wine devotee so this wine was the perfect fit. Fortunately for us, it’s been available in the US for several years and this may be the very best yet. We were immediately taken with its vivid fruit, expressive flavors and wonderful balance and cannot say enough about it. It’s very Rhone-like with bright red fruits, white pepper spice and meaty notes on the nose and impeccable balance and freshness on the palate with juicy, mouthwatering raspberry and Santa Rosa plum flavors. We’re bullish on this one and urge you to go big.

TORBRECK 2007 MARSANNE/ ROUSANNE $32.98 [#378160]
This Rhone style white is made from very low yield grapes from the Descendant vineyard and combines barrel fermented Marsanne with tank fermented Rousanne. Since the grapes are picked fairly late, it’s a bit lower in acidity but blessed with ample texture and flavor. Floral blossoms, honeysuckle, mandarin orange and minerals abound on the nose while the palate is rich and opulent making this an ideal wine with seafood and white meats (or on its own!). Here’s a fantastic alternative to Chardonnay that’s sure to please.

TORBRECK 2005 “THE STEADING” GRENACHE/SHIRAZ/MOURVEDRE $31.98 [#377411]
For Dave Powell, “'The Steading' is a labor of love as this wine represents his ode to the original ungrafted old vines of the Barossa Valley. This special wine is the result of 45 separate parcels of fruit that are fermented and aged separately prior to the final blending and bottling. It’s a Chateauneuf-du-Pape style blend that is rich and powerful yet balanced as it avoids the portiness and excessive alcoholic qualities of so many of its contemporaries. We love this for its layers of black raspberry and kirsch along with intriguing notes of garrigue, spices and distinct earthiness. "The Steading" is always one of our personal favorites that combines New World fruit with Old World sensibilities and it’s a tour-de-force wine from start to finish.
Robert Parker 93 points.

TORBRECK 2005 SHIRAZ “THE FACTOR” $94.98 [#377292]
"The Factor" is made from some of the finest parcels of old vine Shiraz in the Barossa Valley. The yields from these lots range from 1-1.5 tons per acre in a region where 6 tons per acre is commonplace. This truly is one of the great Australian Shirazs in our estimation. Enough said. Robert Parker 97 points.

TORBRECK 2006 SHIRAZ/VIOGNIER “DESCENDANT” $96.98 [#377410]
   "Descendant" is a single vineyard property adjacent to the Torbreck Winery that was planted by Powell in 1994 from cuttings off old Runrig vineyards. As such, the wine bears the same name. "Descendant" was the first co-fermented Shiraz/Viognier in Barossa and many have followed in recent years.
   Powell likens this wine to a Cornas in that the clay soils here yield rich, textured and savory grapes, but the addition of Viognier adds a dimension of perfume and palate texture not found in Cornas. "Descendant" offers a unique combination of spicy blackberry and mulberry fruit aromas with earth and floral notes as well as a tightly knit, ultra-concentrated palate of polished black fruit with meaty nuances. There’s some impressive structure here and this wine will require some cellaring to be truly appreciated. A world class Shiraz and a well-deserved Robert Parker 97 points!

TORBRECK 2005 MATARO “THE PICT” $133.98 [#377321]
We defer to Dave Powell on this one: "The Pictish race, one of the founding races of the British Isles, arrived in Scotland from Brittany in about the 15th century BC in what was known as the Heroic Age.  Migrating from Northwest France, they sailed northward to Ireland where they were refused permission to land.  The Pict were fierce warriors.  In some old stories these fearsome fighting men tear off their clothes and rush into battle becoming so frenzied by blood-lust that they chew holes in their own shields... Made solely from a tiny, single plot of ancient head-pruned, bush wine Mataro in the sandy quartz soils of Northern Greenock, this is about as rich and decadent a wine as you could imagine-- easily enough to satiate a Pictish warrior from the Heroic Age.

TORBRECK 2005 SHIRAZ VIOGNIER “RUNRIG” $189.98 [#378755]
“Runrig” is the flagship wine of Torbreck and considered one of the top red wines of Australia. It’s a big, focused and structured wine with near port-like concentration and endowed with rich, liqueur-like blackberry and cassis fruit. It’s received 99 points from Robert Parker the past four vintages and we think this vintage will merit much the same.

TORBRECK 2005 MUSCAT BLANC “THE BOTHIE” DESSERT WINE $14.98 [#377557]
In Powell’s words: "A sweet wine at Torbreck was always going to be something slightly different and we’ve been tinkering away at it since 2001. Muscat Blanc a Petit Grains from John Nietschke’s Ebenezer vineyard is harvested in several stages to achieve different levels of ripeness, creating a myriad of potential flavors. "The Bothie" typically displays lifted aromas of rose water, honeydew melon, lime and geranium. It’s a very versatile wine that can be enjoyed at the start of a meal or nicely chilled at the end with fresh fruit, ice creams or sorbets.”

World Class, 98 Point Wine(04/28)

Elderton 2004 "Command" Shiraz $79.98
Wine Advocate 98 Points
"The 2004 Shiraz "Command" comes from a single block of 104-year-old vines. It was aged in 100% new oak puncheons (400 liter barrels). Opaque purple-colored, this Shiraz has fabulous aromatics of smoke, melted tar, licorice, espresso, game, and blueberry compote. Layered but tight, this full-bodied wine is thick, rich, and totally hedonistic. The finish lasts for 60 seconds. However, be warned. This monumental Shiraz needs 10-15 years to fully unfold. It will provide pleasure through 2035."
Wine Advocate # 173
Oct 2007 Jay Miller
*This item will arrive in-store Wednesday May 7th and be available for shipping/pickup thereafter.