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VALLEY OF THE MOON 2OO9 SYRAH

VALLEY OF THE MOON 2OO9 SYRAHMade with grapes sourced from both the Russian River and Sonoma Valleys, this Syrah was aged in small oak barrels for 18 months.  Deep purple/black in color, it has aromas of blackberry, licorice, bittersweet chocolate, and Italian herbs.  The flavors are a mouth-filling blend of...
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BUFFALO TRACE 2O11 ANTIQUE COLLECTION

This year’s collection once again features five limited-release whiskeys of various ages, recipes and proofs.  It includes: Sazerac Rye 18 Year Old, a rye whiskey with intense spice and an underlying sweetness and dry finish; Eagle Rare 17 Year Old that was distilled in the spring of 1993 and has...
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RIAZUL TEQUILA

RIAZUL TEQUILA This line of 1OO% blue agave tequilas includes Añejo, Blanco and Reposado expressions.  Aged in French white oak barrels formerly holding cognac or brandy, the Añejo is aged for two years, longer than any other tequila in its class, and has caramel, agave, mild clove, almond, butter, vanilla,...
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LAKE SONOMA WINERY 2O1O RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY CHARDONNAY

LAKE SONOMA WINERY 2O1O RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY CHARDONNAYThis Chardonnay was made with grapes that were whole-cluster pressed and the clear juice was barrel fermented in small French oak barrels.  An additional five months of barrel aging with frequent stirring of the fermentation lees contributed smooth texture and understated oak nuances. ...
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OR-G

OR-GThis new spirit is a blend of premium French vodka and natural persimmon, papaya, mango, and lime juices.  Suggested retail is $29.99 for a 1L bottle, $24.99 for a 75Oml, $14.99 for a 375ml, and $3.99 for a 5Oml.  Available from United Liquors.

BACARDI OAKHEART

BACARDI OAKHEARTThis new spiced rum from Bacardi has a nose of oak barrel staves with the essence of bourbon or brandy, background notes of dried fruits including apricot, orange, raisin, cherries, and a heavy delivery of butterscotch.  To achieve the flavor, maple, cinnamon, nutmeg, honey, vanilla, and caramel are added...
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DRAMBUIE 15

DRAMBUIE 15 This new release is a refined, drier expression of Drambuie that is made with a selection of old Speyside malts with soft, complex fragrance and flavors.  With a nose of Drambuie Liqueur’s aromatic citrus spice, fragrant grass and butterscotch notes, the 15 has a velvet soft mouthfeel with...
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SINGLE OAK PROJECT BOURBON

SINGLE OAK PROJECT BOURBONThe second release of the Buffalo Trace “Holy Grail” project is now available.  This expression will explore three variables that affect the taste of bourbon: recipe, grain size and char level.  Some of the bottles contain bourbon made with rye and others with wheat.  The barrels themselves...
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FULTON’S HARVEST PUMPKIN PIE CREAM LIQUEUR

FULTON’S HARVEST PUMPKIN PIE CREAM LIQUEUR The first-ever pumpkin pie cream liqueur, Fulton’s Harvest is reminiscent of homemade pumpkin pie with the flavors rich vanilla, brown sugar and spices.  The packaging features pumpkins and spices and reflects the colors of autumn.  POS bearing the tagline “Pumpkin and Spice and Everything...
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Mionetto Prosecco

Mionetto Prosecco Superiore Valdobbiadene DOCGThis new Prosecco from Mionetto is being released in time for the holiday season.  It has a luscious palate with apple, pear and tropical notes.  Suggested retail is $19.  Available from MS Walker.