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By CHRIS MAGGIOLO We just blinked and the holiday season is fast upon us. Patrons are rapidly gearing up for full-bodied red wines, hot buttered rum and warm mulled cider – and all those trinkets and trimmings which pair with them so well. As your customers contemplate unique gifts for... Read More
The Glenlivet Introduces New Expression
The Glenlivet has introduced its next expression in the Nadurra range: The Glenlivet Nadurra Oloroso. This new product is part of The Glenlivet’s strategy to build on its strong development in the growing single malt whisky market. The Glenlivet Nadurra Oloroso is matured solely in ex-sherry casks and reveals rich,... Read More
SAMUEL ADAMS KOSMIC MOTHER FUNK GRAND CRU
This small-batch Belgian ale is aged in Hungarian oak tuns for over a year and fermented with multiple micro-organisms found in the Boston Brewery. The porous character of the wood barrels allows air to slowly seep into the beer during secondary fermentation, smoothing out any harsh flavors. Long contact with... Read More
SHIPYARD SIGNATURE SERIES SMASHED PUMPKIN
This seasonal beer from Shipyard Brewing is now available. A big-bodied brew with aromas of pumpkin and nutmeg, it is made with Willamette and Hallertau hops and Pale Ale, Wheat and Light Munch malts. Available in 4-packs, 22-ounce bottles and on draft from Burke Distributing, Colonial Wholesale Beverage, Commercial Distributing... Read More
GEN5 WINES
The portfolio for this is a line of sustainable value wines from Lodi, California, includes a Chardonnay with tropical fruit flavors, creaminess and a long, bright finish; a Cabernet Sauvignon with red and black fruit flavors, and a Zinfandel with flavors of black and blue berries and notes of spice... Read More
ALCHEMIST PINOT NOIR
The fruit for this rich Pinot Noir was sourced from partnering vineyards in the Willamette Valley, Oregon. Suggested retail price is $28.99 for a 75Oml bottle. Available from Baystate Wine & Spirits.
ZOLO WINES
This line of sustainably-farmed wines from Mendoza includes a Sauvignon Blanc, a Torrentes and a Signature Red Blend. Suggested retail is $13.99 for a 75Oml bottle. Available from Baystate Wine & Spirits.
TRAVESSIA WINES
The latest releases from this New Bedford boutique winery include a Riesling, Vidal Blanc and Pinot Noir Rosé, all from the 2O13 vintage. Grapes are mostly sourced from local vineyards and then brought to the winery in downtown New Bedford where Marco Montez handles all winemaking activities from fermentation to... Read More
CAM COLLECTION PINOT NOIR
The newest addition to the Cameron Hughes portfolio, this Pinot Noir is aromatic with layers of dark berries, violets and bramble meshed with toasty oak. Tannins frame a red fruit core for a long finish. Suggested retail is $14.99 for a 75Oml bottle. It’s also available from Baystate Wine &... Read More
AVIARY WINES
There are three wines available from this Napa Valley winery: a Chardonnay, a Red and a Cabernet Sauvignon. The Chardonnay is fresh, rich and balanced with aromas and flavors of pear, banana and vanilla. The Red Wine has aromas of cherry, blackberry, tobacco, and black currant. The Cabernet Sauvignon opens... Read More