2O11 PORT VINTAGE DECLARED
Great news for port lovers The Fladgate Partnership, comprising the historic houses of Taylor Fladgate, Fonseca and Croft, has declared 2O11 a Vintage Port year for all three houses. “2O11 has produced textbook Vintage Ports, classics in every sense,” says Adrian Bridge, Managing Director. He added, “The wines have a... Read More
ANOTHER VERY GOOD YEAR FOR THE U.S. WINE MARKET
Wine sales in the UNITED STATES from all production sources − California, other US states and foreign countries − increased 2% from the previous year to a new record of 36O.1 million 9-liter cases with an estimated retail value of $34.6 billion, according to wine industry consultant Jon Fredrikson of... Read More
SAMUEL ADAMS BEERS OF SUMMER
SAMUEL ADAMS BEERS OF SUMMER – The Beers of Summer Variety Pack is now available and includes Boston Lager, Summer Ale, Belgian Session, Porch Rocker as well as two new additions: Little White Rye and Blueberry Hill. A hazy golden ale, the Little White Rye has notes of orange and... Read More
SMIRNOFF ICE PEACH BELLINI
SMIRNOFF ICE PEACH BELLINI – Smirnoff has released this “bar-inspired” ready-to-serve cocktail that is a sparkling mix of peach with a hint of raspberry. These seasonal drinks have been crafted with the balance of flavor, sweetness, alcohol, and carbonation. Suggested retail is $7.99 per 6-pack. Available from Atlas Distributing and... Read More
KENWOOD JACK LONDON VINEYARD 2O1O MERLOT
KENWOOD JACK LONDON VINEYARD 2O1O MERLOT – Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel, this Merlot was then aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels for nearly two years. Plum and black cherry aromas gain complexity from notes of tobacco, eucalyptus and sage. Flavors of black cherry, plum and... Read More
GREENLIP 2O11 SAUVIGNON BLANC
GREENLIP 2O11 SAUVIGNON BLANC – Named for the native New Zealand Green Lip mussel, this Sauvignon Blanc has bright passion fruit and grapefruit flavors with a hint of lime peel. Suggested retail is $14.99 for a 75Oml bottle. Available from Baystate Wine & Spirits.
LONGBOARD VINEYARDS 2O11 SAUVIGNON BLANC and 2O1O POINT BREAK RED
LONGBOARD VINEYARDS 2O11 SAUVIGNON BLANC and 2O1O POINT BREAK RED – This Sauvignon Blanc from the Russian River Valley has grapefruit and floral aromas, followed by a refreshing mid-palate that leads to a balanced minerality on the finish. The Point Break Red is the winemaker’s version of a “regional blend”... Read More
DEWAR’S HIGHLANDER HONEY
DEWAR’S HIGHLANDER HONEY – This is the first offering in the new “Highlander” range of products that will include unique expressions of Dewar’s infused with natural flavors. The Highlander Honey is an infusion of Scottish honey along with natural flavors into the original Dewar’s While Label blend. The honey reveals... Read More
PUCKER WATERMELON WOW VODKA
PUCKER WATERMELON WOW VODKA – This newest addition to the Pucker line of flavored vodkas is made from quadruple distilled vodka, combining the flavor of watermelon with the aroma of candied fruit and melon. Suggested retail is $16.99 for a 75Oml bottle. Available from Horizon Beverage Company.
SAUZA SPARKLING MARGARITA
SAUZA SPARKLING MARGARITA – Made with a Sauza Silver Tequila base, this new line comes in three effervescent ready-to-serve flavors: Original Lime, Wild Berry and Mango Peach. The Lime is sweet/tart with the taste of fresh agave. The Wild Berry has a cherry aroma and taste with fresh citrus and... Read More