Best Wine Selection in Cochrane!
Posted in **New Products, Wine ~ United States on January 30, 2012
Sourced from Sonoma County’s famed Knights Valley appellation, this 100% Chardonnay shows quintessential warm northern California fruit. Aromas of citrus zest and toasted almond dance from the glass. Flavours of ripe apple and kumquat complement the hints of fresh cream and oak. Soft, driven acidity balances the bright fruit. Enjoy now. $21.95*
Posted in **Weekend tasting on January 22, 2012
Friday & Saturday, January 20 & 21,
you could warm up for Robbie Burns Day by tasting some scotch. We had different ones open than those planned for the Robbie Burns event!
Also, you could taste amazing wines from
ARAMIS Vineyards in Australia.
It’s great to try before you buy!
Posted in **Weekend tasting on January 15, 2012
For your tasting pleasure on Friday and Saturday we had open
Viejo Reyno Vino Tinto from Spain &
Forgotten Field white from Portugal!
Viejo Reyno is an excellent value in a one-litre bottle.
Did you discover a new favourite?
It’s great to try before you buy!
Posted in **New Products, Champagne & Sparkling, Finest Wine! on January 12, 2012
Vintage 2002 released September 2010 by Moet & Chandon
Intensely floral nose with a hint of almond, lemon and oranges, rounded off by darker smoky qualities. The wine gains richness in the glass as the flavours become riper and almost tropical. Apricots, passion fruit and peaches emerge from this opulent champagne. Great persistence, backbone and acidity. This confident wine reaches every part of the palate with concentrated but creamy perfection, holding the promise of a long life ahead of it. $229.95*
Posted in **New Products, Liqueurs on January 11, 2012
Inspired by an ancient Highland recipe, the award winning Dunkeld Atholl Brose is a delicious boutique liqueur that captures the best natural flavours of Scotland. A luxurious golden blend of single malt whisky, honey and carefully-selected herbs, this is a unique product steeped in Scottish history.
AROMA without water
Sweet, spicy and fruity ~ cloves and cinnamon, eucalyptus and menthol aromas.
TASTE without water
Sweet, warming with menthol and peppermint notes. Spicy, herbal flavours and a subtle whisky edge. $49.95*
Posted in **New Products, Wine ~ United States on January 11, 2012
New three-litre sizes in Big House wines:
Big House Red Octavin
Big House White Octavin
$39.95* per 3-litre size
The Big House Winery is a mere ankle iron’s toss from the Soledad State Correctional Facility, a.k.a. “The Big House,” “The Clink,” “The Slammer,” which explains the prison theme depicted on the wine labels. 
Big House wines are “so good, they’re almost criminal.”
Big House Red
This red lives up to that old Fruit Bomb moniker that you’ve come to expect. It starts with a nose full of blackberries and raspberries, with hints of leather and spices. The palate is clean, exhibiting flavours of cranberries, roses and a touch of rhubarb. The finish lingers, with flavours of vanilla and a touch of dark cherries. A true trump card, Big House Red pairs well with all grilled meats, lasagna Bolognese, grilled vegetables or even sashimi grade Ahi tuna. $13.95 per 750 ml*
Big House White
This prisoner is a captivating blend of aromatic whites with a nose that carries the vibrancy of spring with white flowers and lychee fruit that surround the senses. The palate opens up to tropical fruits, dried apricot and white peaches. This wine finishes strong with a cleansing citrus zest that lingers. It’s quite possibly the perfect accompaniment to “chain gang” duties in the yard, fresh fish, Asian cuisine or even Sunday morning fruit salads. $13.95 per 750 ml*
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Posted in **Weekend tasting on January 1, 2012
Posted in Wine ~ Australia on September 16, 2011
Aramis Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon
A single vineyard wine that oozes with elegance and layers of complex fruit. Gentle, appealing style with decent varietal fruit definition and excellent grainy tannins. $23.95*
Aramis White Label Shiraz Cabernet
Dense purple-red colour. Dark chocolate fires the opening salvo on the bouquet and medium to full-bodied palate. Balanced flavours of black currant and blackberry fruit wrapped in spice. Fine tannins and oak fill out the finish. $19.95*
These wines join the amazing Aramis “The Governor” Syrah on our shelves!
Posted in Finest Wine!, Wine ~ Australia on July 6, 2011
Deep purple colour. The nose shows intense, complex cedary, fig, blackberry and blueberry with occasional pepper and spice. A powerful full-bodied berry-fruit flavour, with a little sweet English toffee-like oak evident on the juicy finish. Restrained tannin and acidity coupled with rich alcohol, produce a seamless, peppery, velvety rolling length.
$41.95*
