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Burgundies of 2015 from Maison Louis Jadot
We are very excited to be offering the great Burgundies of 2015 from Maison Louis Jadot. A lot of you have already heard the buzz about the 2015 vintage in Burgundy. It is, of course, to soon to really tell but the red wines in Burgundy, particularly in the Cotes de Nuits, look like the… Read More
New & Notable – Casa Noble Tequila’s
The following reviews are from Drinkhacker Casa Noble Crystal (Blanco) – Pungent on the nose, with deep, deep agave notes, white pepper, and cayenne. The body isn’t nearly the agave bomb you might be expecting. It is both sweet and peppery, but not really vegetal at all. Instead you’ll find notes of tart lemon juice,… Read More
Elegant, affordable Pinot Noir
Hi friends I was hanging around the Marlboro store when a salesman popped in to taste Joe on some new wines. When Joe likes something he get’s a little excited and generally brings me in a glass to try and he was palpably excited this morning. I was in the office, and he rushed in,… Read More
Beautiful wine from Southern France
Hi Friends, January 19th, 2016 This is the kind of wine we just love to sell to you. Southern French? Check. Red? Check. Exclusive? Yup. Inexpensive? You bet. Delicious? Yeah, it’s all that. 2013 Chateau Valcombe “Les Hauts de Valcombe” Ventoux Rouge, Rhone, France The wines of Chateau Valbombe are made by Luc and Cendrine… Read More
Spanish powerhouse at a ridiculously low price
Hi Friends, January 27th, 2015 The first place I ever went to in Spain was Yecla. I was there with some other wine professionals on a tour of the wineries and regions of Spain. You would think we would go to Rioja, or Ribera del Duero, or perhaps Priorat to begin our explorations, but no,… Read More
Session Beers
It’s the 4th of July weekend again, and even some of our best wine customers are drinking beer. What could be more American than burgers, sausages and hot dogs sizzling on the grill, and a can/bottle/glass of cold suds in your hand? On a warm summer day out on the deck, nothing is more refreshing…. Read More
Casa Cuba By Arturo Fuente
In 2013, there were rumors of a new cigar blended by Carlos Fuente Sr. that never materialize into much of anything. We got in a couple boxes of one size and that was it. I was bummed because these cigars were great! Medium bodied, full flavored, and a finish that lasted for hours. Little was… Read More