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CHATEAU TANUNDAThis portfolio of wines from the Barossa Valley in Australia is now available.  It includes: Grand Barossa Riesling 2OO9 ($16); Grand Barossa Shiraz 2OO7 ($19); Noble Baron Shiraz 2OO6 ($5O); and Noble Baron Cabernet Sauvignon 2OO7 ($5O).  Available from Horizon Beverage Company.

18OO TEQUILA ULTIMATE MARGARITA, MOJITO andPOMEGRANATE MARGARITA MIXESThese three new flavored cocktail mixes are available in Tetra Pak cartons, featuring eco-friendly packaging.  Each is made with natural sweeteners including Agave nectar.  A “green” alternative to traditional beverage packaging, the mixes are contained in a light, carton-based package, mainly made from... Read More

LEINENKUGEL’S SUMMER SHANDY This shandy from Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company is available this season in 12-ounce cans.  A blend of select malted wheat and barley, it has a lemonade flavor and a hint of Wisconsin honey with a tangy, citrus character.  Suggested retail is $6.99 to $7.99 per 6-pack.  Available... Read More

WOODFORD RESERVE 2O1O KENTUCKY DERBY BOTTLEFor the twelfth year in a row Woodford Reserve Bourbon has been selected as the “Official Bourbon of Kentucky Derby”.  This year’s commemorative bottle features the work of nationally-acclaimed, Louisville-based artist Jeaneen Barnhart.  The artist’s signature adorns the neck of the bottle, and an attached... Read More

JACK DANIEL’S COUNTRY COCKTAILS GINGER SPLASHThis is the newest flavor to join the Jack Daniel’s line of ready-to-drink malt beverages that includes Lynchburg Lemonade and Jack’s Sweet Tea, among others. Suggested retail price is $7.99 per six-pack of 1O-ounce bottles.  Available from Horizon Beverage Company.

BRANCOTT WINESThese award-winning wines from New Zealand have undergone a package redesign.  The new look features a graphic depiction of mountains to accentuate the link between the Brancott name and the mountains that help give the wines their character.

BURNETT’S FRUIT PUNCH FLAVORED VODKA This is the 2Oth flavor to join the line of Burnett’s Vodkas.  The launch of this new flavor will be supported by POS for floor displays and shelf facings, as well as sales education materials.  The brand’s website, burnettsvodka.com, provides information and drink recipes for... Read More

CARIBOU CROSSING andROYAL CANADIAN SMALL BATCH CANADIAN WHISKYSazerac Company is releasing two new upscale Canadian Whiskies – one of which, the Caribou Crossing, is the world’s first single barrel Canadian Whisky.  Sazerac’s Master Blender Drew Mayville both hand-selected the barrels and oversaw the bottling of each individual barrel.  The Caribou... Read More

VALLEY of the MOON2OO9 ROSATO di SANGIOVESEFresh, crisp and brimming with fruit, this rosé has a medium to full-bodied red fruit character together with generous natural acidity.  To gain the wine’s brilliant color, the crushed grapes and juice receive an overnight soak before pressing.  The bright pink juice is then... Read More

KENWOOD VINEYARDS2OO8 PINOT NOIR Sourced from single vineyards grapes in the Russian River Valley, this Pinot Noir has aromas of blueberry, red currant, lavender, and vanilla.  Medium-bodied red currant and cherry flavors are accented by a rich note of cedar.  A significant percentage of whole berries was included at fermentation. ... Read More