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2OO5 LAKE SONOMA WINERY CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Made with grapes mainly sourced from the Alexander Valley, this Cabernet Sauvignon has ripe, forward aromas of blueberry and raspberry intertwined with subtle cedar, anise and semi-sweet chocolate nuances.  Blueberry and raspberry flavors are on the palate, accented by mint notes.  Suggested retail is $24. 

2OO5 VALLEY OF THE MOON CABERNET SAUVIGNON

This Cabernet Sauvignon is a combination of grapes from vineyards in Sonoma Valley and Dry Creek Valley.  It has red-black color and assertive black cherry, blueberry, cocoa and cedar aromas.  Concentrated black and red fruit flavors gain complexity from notes of black pepper, spice and vanilla.  In contrast to the...
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VAZA COSECHA 2OO6, VAZA CRIANZA 2OO4

These are two new Spanish Rioja wines from the Ferrer Family whose commitment to winegrowing dates back to 16th century Spain.  The Cosecha is comprised of 9O% Tempranillo and 1O% Graciano, with aromas and flavors of red fruit (cranberry/raspberry), cinnamon, vanilla and tobacco leaf.  Suggested retail price is $12.  Based...
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ABSINTHE MATA HARI

The first real “Bohemian-style” Absinthe will be available in the US by August. What sets Mata Hari apart is its mixability. Absinthe has historically been produced in two styles, the French style typified by a heavy licorice taste, and the Bohemian style with a more balanced taste that allows mixability...
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KAHLÚA MOCHA

The newest addition to the Kahlua family of coffee liqueurs is made with a rich blend of 1OO% Arabica coffee, natural vanilla and real dark chocolate.  The launch will be supported with in-store sampling, a 5Oml trial program and specially designed POS materials including case cards and shelf talkers.  Available...
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SINGLETON OF GLENDULLAN

This 12-year-old Single Malt Scotch whisky has a rich, smooth character derived from a combination of whisky matured for 12 years in both American Bourbon Oak and European Sherry Oak casks.  Hailing from Speyside in northern Scotland, it incorporates the region’s signature tastes and aromas of toffee, spice and roasted...
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Stirrings Strawberry Daiquiri Mixer

Stirrings has introduced the first super-premium, all-natural Strawberry Daiquiri Mixer.  Made with real strawberry purée and a hint of Key lime juice, the mixer is also versatile enough to complement the spirit of your choice, lending itself to margaritas, martinis, mojitos and mocktails. It retails for $1O.95.

GRANDE ABSENTE

Now that the US is once again selling Absinthe,  Crillon Importers is launching Grande Absente, Absinthe Originale in the US.  Grande Absente is made in Provence from a 148-year-old French recipe that features a full measure of the legendary botanical wormwood and other regional botanicals.  The new absinthe is 138...
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FLYING FISH RIESLING

Flying Fish Riesling is crafted by esteemed winemaker Gordon Hill of Wahluke Wine Company from vineyards in Washington’s Columbia Valley and Wahluke Slope AVAs. It has floral aromas, peach and apricot flavors with spicy minerality on the finish. The suggested retail price is $12.99.

MARTHA STEWART VINTAGE

MARTHA STEWART VINTAGE2OO6 Sonoma County Chardonnay2OO5 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon2OO6 Sonoma County MerlotMartha Stewart Vintage is produced by the E&J Gallo Winery.  The 2OO6 Sonoma County Chardonnay offers the aromas of warm ripe fruit, honey, lime, and subtle oak.  Ripe tree fruit and citrus combine with lightly toasted oak notes...
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