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SAMUEL ADAMS HAZEL BROWN – Brewed in the Northern English Nut Brown Ale style, this is a dark brown, malty ale with a hazelnut aroma.  Its slightly sweet caramel and toffee malt notes are accentuated by a roasted hazelnut character.  It is made with a variety of malts that contribute... Read More

HARPOON BOHEMIAN PILSNER  – This limited-release Pilsner follows the age-old tradition of extended lagering to help produce a smooth yet complex beer.  The beer remains in the fermentation tanks for 6 weeks, significantly longer than any other current Harpoon offering.  The blend of European malts, including Bohemian Pilsner malt, is... Read More

KENWOOD VINEYARDS 2O11 VINTAGE WHITE WINE and RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY 2O1O GEWÜRZTRAMINER – A blend of 68% barrel-fermented Chardonnay, 3O% stainless steel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc, 1% Pinot Gris and 1% Muscat, the Vintage White has aromas of key lime, lemon, peach and vanilla.  Key lime and lemon flavors are backed by... Read More

TOTALLY RANDOM PEACH – A blend of 84% Moscato and 16% mixed white varietals, this is a juicy, fruit-forward frizzante-style wine.  On the nose, aromas of peach are balanced with floral and fruit notes of lychee, citrus and slight tangerine.  Suggested retail is $9.99 a bottle.  Available from Winebow. 

DOMAINE CHANDON LIMITED EDITION BOTTLE – This special edition bottle of Chandon Brut Classic sparkling wine is wrapped in red, white and blue.  Suggested retail is $22 for a 75Oml and $7 for a 187ml.  Available through September 1 from Carolina Wine & Spirits.

MEDLOCK AMES WINES – There are four varietals in this lineup: Sauvignon Blanc, Red Blend, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon.  The Sauvignon Blanc has tangy grapefruit and a freshness that gives way to a rich texture and strong citrus notes.  Suggested retail is $24.  The Red Blend smells of leather, cassis,... Read More

ELIJAH CRAIG 2O-YEAR-OLD SINGLE BARREL KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY – Heaven Hill Distilleries will be offering the new bottling of this single barrel in limited quantities on a one-time basis.  The release will be packaged in the traditional Elijah Craig Single Barrel bottle, but with a brown face label that... Read More

ESPORAO ALANDRA BAG-IN-BOX- Both red and white wines are available in this 3L bag-in-box from Portugal, each made from local Alentejo grape varieties.  These are fruity and fresh and pair well with anything off the grill.  Suggested retail is $15.99.  Available from Aidil Wines & Liquors.

OLD IPSWICH GREENHEAD SPICED RUM – Turkey Shore Distilleries of Massachusetts has released this craft-distilled limited edition rum in which lemongrass, green tea and spearmint were steeped in the rum for several weeks.  Suggested retail is $25.99 for a 75Oml.  Available from Burke Distributing and Merrimack Valley Distributing.

ESPORAO DEFESA ROSÉ – Bright pink in color from the Syrah and Aragonês grapes and saignée method production, this Portuguese rosé has ripe cherry and strawberry fruit on the palate supported by minty notes.  The Defesa bottle is designed without a paper label.   Suggested retail is $14.99.  Available from Aidil... Read More