Established 1991
BRITISH COLUMBIA PORTFOLIO SPRING 2010
Foreward 0 '26'/$'4 EMJKX /; (#6*'4 #4/+0' 01(4+1 12'0'& 6*' (#/+.; 5*1' +/2146 $75+0'55 +0 '#40'56 9+6* 6*' 5+)0#674' .1%#6+10 10 #0%178'4 5 1//'4%+#. 4+8'X 6*' (1%#. 21+06 1( 6*' %+6; 5 6#.+#0 %1//70+6;T +6* #0 709#8'4+0) &'&+%#6+10 61 37#.+6;X 8#.7' #0& 5'48+%'X #.'0# 5 *1'5 6*4+8'&T 8'4 6*' ;'#45X /#0; +0 6*' 6#.+#0 %1//70+6; 81+%'& 6*'+4 12+0+10 that with the containers of shoes already coming over from Italy, perhaps the family busi-Â ness should expand to include wines from the homeland. After all, the selection of Italian wines in the market at the time did leave room for improvement. In 1991, Stile Wines was born. *' 0#/' Z 6+.' j2410170%'& Z 6''-Â.#; +0 6#.+#0kX %144'5210&+0) 61 +65 0).+5* %1706'42#46 Z56;.' X 9#5 %*15'0 016 10.; 61 4'24'5'06 6*' 56;.+5* 9+0'5 6*#6 $'%#/' 2#46 1( 6*' 2146(1.+1X but also to reflect the culture of incorporating wine stylishly as part of enjoying life to the fullest. Over time, the list of highly regarded Italian producers working with Stile grew, to the ex-Â tent that Stile Wines became synonymous with Italian wine. To this day, we are proud to say that we offer one of the very finest portfolios of Italian wine in Canada. Along the way, we have strived to add products from reputable producers from all over the world, always keeping in mind our goal of offering the absolute best possible quality and value. While we will undoubtedly always be viewed as an Italian specialist, we can now lay claim to being a truly diversified, international importer. My father passed away in 2005, but his spirit remains very much alive in all that we do. We are happy to know that the fine products that we bring to this special part of the world have brought joy and a real appreciation for the finer things in life to so many. With this in mind, we invite you to peruse the latest catalogue of fine offerings from our agency. Grazie e buon santĂŠ,
#4/'0 01(4+1 4T Managing Director
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1528 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, British Columbia V5L 3Y2 T 604.255.2518 F 604.255.7750 E info@stilewines.com W stilewines.com
British Columbia -Â Vancouver/Lower Mainland #4/'0 01(4+1 4TX #0#)+0) Partner Cell 604.612.0329 carmenjr@stilewines.com
Paul Jordan, Sales & Marketing Manager Jim Rodgers, Account Executive Vancouver, Whistler Cell 604.789.5896 paul@stilewines.com
Lower Mainland, Southern Interior Cell 604.312.4169 jim@stilewines.com
Donne DiPasquale, Sales
Terry Chalmers, Sales
Vancouver, North Shore, Burnaby Cell 604.341.6000 donne@stilewines.com
Lower Mainland, BC North Cell 778.229.4819 terry@stilewines.com
Francesco Paolini, Sales
Frank Valente, GLS Sales
Fraser Valley Cell 604.313.7711 fp@stilewines.com
Lower Mainland Cell 604.763.3160 frank@stilewines.com
Gord Epp, LRS Sales
Yener Ciprut, Sales
Lower Mainland Cell 778.227.3550 gord@stilewines.com
Lower Mainland, Southern Interior Cell 778.388.7642 yener@stilewines.com
Dorothy Budden, Media Relations Cell 604.780.4800 dorothy@stilewines.com
Administration -Â Head Office Elio Maurizio Masci
Danielle Flower
Tel. 604.255.2518 Fax 604.255.7750 office@stilewines.com
Tel. 604.255.2518 Fax 604.255.7750 info@stilewines.com
British Columbia -Â Vancouver Island Benjamin Philip, Sales Cell 250.812.2781
ben@stilewines.com
Alberta United Distributors Rick Anand, General Manager
Gloria Hrynuik, Sales Manager
Tel. 403.313.5550 Fax 403.313.3352
Cell 403.680.3428 ghrynuik@platinum.ca
Manitoba Aqua Vitae, Rod Biebrich Tel. 204.955.2238
Fax 204.256.5178
aquavitaefilia@shaw.ca
British Columbia Portfolio Spring 2010 3
Useful Ordering Information Please bear in mind the following information when it comes to ordering product through the BCLDB: Order product using the CSPC sku number, and specify your order in terms of the number of bottles (rather than cases) of a particular product, being specific that the units are bottles, so that there is no confusion about quantity. Order at the local government liquor store (GLS) that you have been set up to order through, or through Store 100, which is the Wholesale Customer Service Centre. This can be reached as follows: Telephone: Fax:
(604) 775-0681 (604) 252-3470
If the GLS sales associate indicates that there is zero stock, or no stock available, then ask them to click on their next screen page for the Container World warehouse inventory. Please note that ALL spec/restricted listings will show on the first screen as out of stock, or no stock available at the BCLDB warehouse, because it is a listing that is not usually warehoused by the BCLDB. It is only ordered as per client request. If the BCLDB sales associate informs you that there still is no stock, please contact your Stile sales representative to investigate further. The BCLDB will give you an order/invoice number with every order. Please keep this handy in case there are any difficulties with the order, as it will help us to assist. Products that are general or specialty listed should be available within two business days (or possibly immedi- ately, if ordering through a GLS location that stocks it regularly). Products that are spec/ restricted listed should be available within 7i10 business days. If these products have not arrived over this time, please contact your Stile representative to investigate further. It is important to keep your Stile representative abreast of any difficulties that arise with or- dering, as we are happy to assist and manage these through. It may alert us to a problem in the order process that we would otherwise not be aware of. Your diligence is very much ap- preciated. CATALOGUE LEGEND G S Spec Super Spec SO
General listing Price BCLDB retail price Specialty listing Licensee Cost BCLDB retail price less 8.621% Speculative listing, available by the case LRS Cost BCLDB retail price less 23.241% Speculative listing, available by the case, product in BCLDB warehouse for faster turnaround Special Order LTO Limited Time Offer
S (CD)
Specialty listing, where all stock has been CROSS-DOCKED and is only available only through selected BCLDB store locations, and NOT through store 100. Current inventory and locations %#0 $' .1%#6'& 6*417)* 6*' Z 41&7%6 '#4%* (70%6+10 10 6*' 612 4+)*6 %140'4 1( 6*' website at www.bcliquorstores.com. If stock is not already in your local BCLDB location, then individual bottles can be inter-store transferred there from a location that does have stock. If you need assistance, please contact your Stile Wines representative.
Prices subject to change without notice.
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Table of Contents Wines Argentina Australia Chile France Italy Abruzzo Apulia Campania Emilia Romagna Friuli The Marches Molise Piedmont Sardinia Sicily Trentino Alto Adige Tuscany Umbria The Veneto New Zealand Portugal South Africa Spain U.S.A.
6 6-8 8-10 11-12 13-36 13-14 15 16-17 18 19-20 20-21 21 22-24 25 26-27 27-28 29-32 33 34-38 39-40 40 41 42 42-46
Spirits Italy United Kingdom Antigua, Jamaica Turkey
47-49 49-50 51 52
Beer Belgium, United States Germany, Italy Turkey, Thailand
53 54 55
Italian Wine Facts Supplier Websites
56 57
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PATAGONIA, ARGENTINA
HUMBERTO CANALE At 39.2 degrees South, in Argentine Patagonia, wines coming from one of the world's most southern regions are made. This is the High Valley of the Río Negro, whose special climate, with very cold nights and intensely sunny days, is ideal for the development of fine grape varieties. The province of Río Negro is located in the northern part of Patagonia. The Negro River, with origins in the Andes Mountains, flows across Patagonia and into the Atlantic Ocean. Along its course, it gives birth to fertile valleys that are a real oasis in the middle of these wasted lands. In 1909, the Humberto Canale Winery was founded by the engineer who gave it his name. He 2.#;'& #0 +/2146#06 41.' +0 6*' &'8'.12/'06 1( 6*' 22'4 #..'; 5 +0&7564; 1( 5/#..X individual wineries. His professional know-how promoted investigation and creativity, thus allowing the world to see that the region possessed a special terroir that gave birth to different, very characteristic, and undeniably excellent wines. Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Diego Murillo Malbec 2009
750 ml
$ 9.99
$ 9.13
S
527176
Diego Murillo Merlot 2008
750 ml
$ 9.99
$ 9.13
S
590851
Estate Malbec 2009
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
688390
Estate Pinot Noir 2009
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
157123
CLARE VALLEY, AUSTRALIA
PIKES Englishman Henry Pike immigrated to South Australia in 1878, settling in the Ade- laide Hills. In 1886, he established the family brewing business called H. Pike & Co. This name became well known throughout South Australia for its quality beer, soft drink and tonic ale. The company used the English Pike fish on its labels, which re- mains to this dayi# 5;/$1. 1( +-'5 .10) *'4+6#)'T
'04; +-' 5 )4'#6 )4#0&510 &)#4 9#5 9'.. '56#$.+5*'& +0 6*' 9+0' +0&7564;X #0& *+5 5105 0&4'9 #0& '+. $16* (1..19'& +0 6*'+4 (#6*'4 5 (11656'25X '56#$.+5*+0) +-'5 +0 1984 in the beautiful Clare Valley. The winery is situated in the historic, picturesque Polish Hill River sub-region on the eastern side of the valley. The climate in this area is cooler and the soils are quite unique to the rest of the region, attributes that im- part distinctive flavours and aromas to the wines. Though they produce a number of varietals, Riesling has become the flagship for which Pikes is best known. The winery has consistently met its goals of producing absolute top quality varietal winesiworthy of the longstanding distinctive fish logo that is still found on all Pikes wines. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
+-'5 Z 4#&+6+10#.' .#4' #..'; +'5.+0) FNNL
750 ml $ 24.99 (6 per case)
$ 22.84
*The #1 Selling Riesling Over $20 in Australia
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
+-'5 Z #565+&' .#4' #..'; *+4#< FNNH
750 ml
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
Listing Spec
Listing Spec
CSPC 291260
CSPC 155010
*91 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate 6
BAROSSA VALLEY, AUSTRALIA
TWO HANDS 91 #0&5 +5 10' 1( 7564#.+# 5 /156 &'%14#6'& 9+0'4+'5X /#-+0) +65 /156 517)*6 #(6'4 9+0'5T *' Z691 *#0&5 #4' +%*#'. 9'.(64'' #0& +%*#4& +06<X 9*1 (14/'& 6*' %1/g pany in 1999 with the clear objective of making the best possible Shiraz wines from prized Shiraz producing regions within Australia. +%*#'. 9'.(64'' 5 $#%-)4170& +0%.7&'& ;'#45 1( ':2146+0) 7564#.+#0 9+0' 61 #0& 5+#X 9*+.' +%*#4& +06< 9#5 # (14/'4 1( 10' 1( 7564#.+# 5 .'#&+0) %112'4#)'5 +0 the Barossa Valley. The two old friends set out in 2000 with just 17 tonnes of fruit from the McLaren Vale and Padthaway wine regions. From the start, the wines were 9'.. 4'%'+8'& 9+6* # *'#.6*; 564'#/ 1( 4'8+'95X %7./+0#6+0) 9+6* 1$'46 #4-'4 5 FNNH &'%.#4#6+10 1( 91 #0&5 #5 Z6*' (+0'56 0')1%+#06 12'4#6+10 5176* 1( 6*' '37#614 T Two Hands concentrates its efforts on sourcing the best fruit from the best Shiraz vine-Â yards in Australia, working with its growers on achieving the full potential from each individual site. The results speak for themselves. Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
The Lucky Country Shiraz Barossa Valley 2008 Gnarly Dudes Shiraz Barossa Valley 2006
Listing
CSPC
750 ml
$ 19.99
$ 18.27
S
170555
750 ml
$ 34.99
$ 31.97
Spec
018614
750 ml
$ 37.99
$ 34.71
S
057752
750 ml
$ 59.99
$ 54.82
Spec
864413
The Bull & the Bear Shiraz/Cabernet Barossa Valley 2005 *89 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate 750 ml
$ 59.99
$ 54.82
Spec
223412
750 ml $ 74.99 (6 per case)
$ 68.53
S
788760
750 ml $ 74.99 (6 per case)
$ 68.53
S
744391
750 ml $ 74.99 (6 per case)
$ 68.53
S
232736
#44; n &9#4& 5 #4&'0 *+4#< #0)*140' 4''- FNNJ *90 PointsiWine Spectator 750 ml $ 74.99 (6 per case)
$ 68.53
Spec
162727
12*+' 5 #4&'0 *+4#< #&6*#9#; FNNJ
750 ml $ 74.99 (6 per case)
$ 68.53
Spec
485763
750 ml $ 74.99 (6 per case)
$ 68.53
Spec
650358
Coach House Block Single Vineyard Shiraz Barossa Valley 2006 *96 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate 750 ml $ 119.99 (6 per case)
$ 109.65
Spec
221515
Ares Barossa Valley Shiraz 2006
$ 228.44
S (CD)
152546
*90 PointsiWine Spectator 0)'. 5 *#4' *+4#< % #4'0 #.' FNNL
*90 Pointsi 6'2*'0 #0<'4 5 06'40#6+10#. +0' '..#4 Bad Impersonator Shiraz Barossa Valley 2006
*91 PointsiWine Spectator
+.; 5 #4&'0 *+4#< % #4'0 #.' FNNJ
*93 PointsiWine Spectator #: 5 #4&'0 *+4#< '#6*%16' +%614+# FNNJ
*92 PointsiWine Spectator '..# 5 #4&'0 *+4#< #4155# #..'; FNNJ
*93 PointsiWine Spectator
*91 PointsiWine Spectator #/#06*# 5 #4&'0 *+4#< .#4' #..'; FNNJ
*92 PointsiWine Spectator
*97 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate *96 PointsiWine Spectator
750 ml $ 249.99 (6 per case)
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VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA
ANDREW PEACE The business began as a vineyard in 1980, then became a full fledged winery in 1995. The first year grape intake of 3,000 tonnes has grown steadily each year to the 16,250 tonnes crushed in 2003, ranking it 17th in Australia. The winery is 14th largest based on export sales volume. Designed and constructed by Andrew Peace, the winery has an emphasis on an even flow of must and juice, with minimal oxygen contact to ensure maximum quality and fruit flavour retention. Despite its size, Andrew Peace Wines remains a family opera- tion, with great care and attention paid to all facets of wine production. The results are consistent, robust wines with all of the character and flavour that wine lovers around the world have come to expect from vineyards Down Under. The new 1 litre Tetra Pak wines are a particularly exciting venture. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Z +)*6; 744#; *#4&100#; '64# #-
1 Lt
$ 8.99
$ 8.21
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Z +)*6; 744#; *+4#< '64# #-
1 Lt
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Listing Spec
CSPC 397778
*New Sale Price!
Listing S
CSPC 038513
MAIPO VALLEY, CHILE
TERRAMATER In 1996, at an age when most people think of retiring, the three Canepa sisters, Gilda, Edda and Antonieta, responded to their passion for producing fine wines 6*#6 *#& $''0 2#46 1( 6*'+4 (#/+.; 5 .+(' 5+0%' 6*' EMGN 5X .+0-+0) 6*'+4 9'.. '56#$g lished vineyard holdings into a state-of-the art, brand new winery facility called TerraMater, a name that tells us a lot about the company itself. It was born from exceptional land, with vineyards full of noble grape varieties and well estab- lished vines of 40, 50 and 60 years old, not to mention marvelous olive groves with thick trunks and orchards of mainly apple trees. '44# #6'4 +5 019 10' 1( *+.' 5 $'56 -0190 /'&+7/ 5+<' 9+0'4+'5T 7)' +0g vestments in the winery have given it an edge over many competitors. Its eco- nomical, easy drinking wines are frequent winners in international competitions. Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Cabernet Sauvignon/Sangiovese 2006
750 ml
$ 12.99
$ 11.87
Spec
089953
Zinfandel/Shiraz 2006
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
062380
Altum Shiraz 2006
750 ml
$ 26.99
$ 24.66
Spec
089680
750 ml
$ 44.99
$ 41.11
Spec
088179
*Silver MedaliConcours Mondiale de Bruxelles 2008 Unusual Cabernet/Shiraz/Zinfandel 2005
*90 PointsiWine Access Buyers Guide (International Value Wine Awards Edition) 8
COLCHAGUA VALLEY, CHILE
VIÑA SANTA CRUZ 0 FNNGX 6*' #4&1'0 08'56/'06 4172 5 &'%+5+10 61 +08'56 +0 6*' 9+0' industry led to the creation of Vina Santa Cruz. The winery is dedicated to the production of top quality grapes and wines, and contributes to the development of the Colchagua Valley Tourism Industry, the fundamental mission of the Cardoen Group. The winery is located 25 km from the town of Santa Cruz, en route to the Lolol region. The vineyards are lo- cated over 220 hectares of gentle slopes, with 80 hectares under vine. Vina Santa Cruz is well known for its rich, robust, intense reds, which of- fer excellent value for consumers.
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Z *#/#0 #4/'0Ð4'f #$'40'6 #78+)010 2006
750 ml
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
Listing Spec
CSPC 234104
LIMARI VALLEY, CHILE
CASA TAMAYA In the vineyards of Viña Casa Tamaya, located in the Limari Valley (400 km north of Santiago and only 20 km from the Pacific Ocean) were found vestiges of the ancient Diaguita culture, which reigned in this zone between the 8th and 15th centu- ries. Inspired by its culture, the winery was named after the highest peak above the Limarí Valley: Tamaya. Blessed with an exceptional climate in a land of virgin soils free from contamination, Tamaya is strategically located in the foothills of the majestic Andes Mountains. There, the winery has succeeded in achieving a perfect equilibrium between the com- bination of its varietal grapes and the character of its land. It is this balance of privi- leged characteristics which bestows unparalleled quality upon each of the varieties of the grapes, which are then carefully harvested by hand. This is the secret of how Tamaya brings to life the very finest, most innovative wines produced in the North of Chile. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
Viognier/Chardonnay/Sauvignon Blanc 2007
750 ml
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
Spec
104570
Viognier/Chardonnay Reserva 2008
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
149963
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Carmenère Reserva 2008
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Listing Spec
CSPC
CSPC 016980
*Category Champion, Best Carmenère in CanadaiWine Access Wine Awards
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CASABLANCA, MAIPO & RAPEL VALLEYS, CHILE
VIÑA MORANDÉ **WINE & SPIRITS MAGAZINE i CHILEAN WINERY OF THE YEAR 2007 & 2008** With the experience of its enologist, Pablo Morandé (founder of the Don Melchor label series for Concha Y Toro), and the recognized quality of its wines as guarantee, Viña Morandé is attempting to use its trademarks to consolidate its position as a modern, go-ahead winery. Viña Morandé was founded in 1996 and its people have been working from the very beginning to break traditional moulds within a conservative market. Their strategy has been to achieve recognition as an innovative winery, with a wide variety of products and the best value for money.
White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Sauvignon Blanc Pionero 2008
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
074088
Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc 2007
375 ml $ 17.99 (24 per case)
$ 16.44
Spec
093468
Rosé Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Rosé Pionero 2008
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Cabernet Sauvignon Pionero 2005
750 ml
$ 11.99
$ 10.96
Spec
129981
Carmenère Pionero 2008
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
074138
Merlot Pionero 2006
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
417295
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
456343
Syrah Pionero 2007
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
030205
Pinot Noir Reserve 2007
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
274928
*90 PointsiDaenna Van Mulligan, Wine Diva
Listing S
Listing
CSPC 128363
CSPC
*87 PointsiWine & Spirits Pinot Noir Pionero 2008
*90 PointsiDaenna Van Mulligan, Wine Diva
*Vancouver Magazine Top 100 Wine of the Year 2008 Carmenère Reserve 2007
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
074146
Grand Reserve Syrah 2005
750 ml
$ 24.99
$ 22.84
Spec
074104
750 ml $ 44.99 (6 per case)
$ 41.11
Spec
074096
*90 PointsiWine & Spirits *Silver MedaliWines of Chile Awards 2009 House of Morandé Red 2005 (Cabernet Sauvignon)
*Includes wooden box *90 PointsiWine Spectator *92 PointsiWine Enthusiast *Gold MedaliChallenge du Vin 2009, France 10
LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON, FRANCE
CHATEAU DE CARAGUILHES
(100% CERTIFIED ORGANIC)
Historically, the Corbières region has been connected with vinegrowers and the making of wine. By the 12th century, the Abbey of Fontfroide was taken over by the monks of the Cistercian Order, highly skilled vinegrowers who undertook to restore the art of the vine in the Corbieres, once started by the Phoenicians and furthered by the Romans. So began the history of the domaine known as Caraguilhes. The famous chateau that one sees today was constructed in the early 17th century. The vines still grow in an ideal location known for its exceptional soil quality, with a mixture of clay and limestone. 0 EMGIX 6*' 9+0'4; 5 0'9 190'4 $'%#/' 6*' 10.; )419'4 61 4'(75' 61 75' +05'%6+%+&'5 and weed killers or chemical fertilizersiwell ahead of his time. Inspired by the same precision and philosophy, the same love of the soil and of authenticity, current owner Laurent Max continues this practice. Since 1990, the organic status of the wines of Caraguilhes are formally guaranteed by ECOCERT. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
1/#+0' &' . .+8'66' Blanc VDP 2008 (Bourboulenc/Grenache Blanc/Marsanne)
750 ml
$ 15.99
$ 14.61
S
147207
Classique AOC Corbieres Blanc 2007 (Marsanne/Grenache Blanc)
750 ml
$ 19.99
$ 18.27
Spec
008722
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
1/#+0' &' . .+8'66' 17)' FNN7 (Syrah/Grenache/Merlot)
750 ml
$ 15.99
$ 14.61
S
626242
Classique AOC Corbieres Rouge 2007 (Syrah/Carignan/Grenache/Mourvédre)
750 ml
$ 19.99
$ 18.27
S
242271
Solus AOC Corbieres Rouge 2004 (Carignan/Grenache Noir/Syrah) *Silver MedaliJapanese Wine Challlenge 2007
750 ml $ 37.99 (6 per case)
$ 34.71
Spec
851279
Listing
CSPC
CSPC
11
LANGUEDOC-ROUSSILLON, FRANCE
DOMAINE GAYDA Situated in the foothills of the Pyrenees, surrounded by its vineyards, Domaine Gayda is a new destination in the Languedoc, 25 km south-west of Carcassonne, in the village of Brugairolles. Known traditionally for its large area of vineyards producing volume table wines, things have changed rapidly in the Languedoc over the last ten years. The revolution of change is in full swing, and Domaine Gayda is in the centre of it. The Languedoc is blessed with /#0; ':%+6+0) Z6'441+45 X &+8'45' +0 51+. 6;2'5X #52'%6 #0& %.+/#6'T *+5 &+8'45+6; +5 #;&# 5 opportunity to not only grow grapes of outstanding quality in its own vineyards, but to work with partner growers throughout this beautiful, diverse region of France. 1/#+0' #;&# *#5 # 2#55+10 (14 6*' 64#&+6+10#. Z%'2#)'5 )4190 #%4155 6*' /#0; &+g verse soils and climates of their vineyards. While the grapes are rooted in tradition, the 9+0'4; +65'.( +5 #.. #$176 6*' Z0'9 X 9+6* +08'56/'065 +0 56#6'-of-the-art equipment and 6'%*01.1);X 9+6* 9+0'5 6*#6 #4' (7.. #0& (.#8174(7. 61 #22'#. 61 61&#; 5 %1057/'45T White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
Cuvee Occitane White 2007 750 ml (Marsanne/Grenache Blanc/Roussane/Viognier) *Silver MedaliInternational Wine Challenge (London)
$ 26.99
$ 24.66
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Three Winds Syrah 2007 *87 PointsiGismondi on Wine
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
S
847608
Cuvee Occitane Red 2006 (Grenache/Syrah/Carignan/Mourvèdre) *88 PointsiWine Spectator
750 ml
$ 26.99
$ 24.66
S
79533
S
Listing
CSPC 641043
CSPC
12
ABRUZZO, ITALY
CANTINA TOLLO *** WINNER GRAN VINITALY AWARD *** Abruzzo is a land where great wine has been made for many centuries. Writers and poets have sung its praise since the times of ancient Rome. Natural splen-Â dour thrives in Abruzzo, a region which stretches from the mountains to the sea, and the only in Europe to devote a third of its territory to nature reserves. In this paradise, Cantina Tollo was founded over 40 years ago with a passion for produc-Â ing quality wines that embody the culture of Abruzzo. The gentle breeze from the Adriatic creates a wonderfully mild climate over the hills of Cantina Tollo, as the perfect amount of rain and sun helps to produce their signature Montepulciano, Trebbiano and Cerasuolo wines. Tollo is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life through a promise that they have always keptithat its wines tell a story, through aroma, emotion and memory. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Tollo Bianco DOC 2008 j 4'$$+#01 & $47<<1k
1 Lt
$ 9.99
$ 9.13
Super Spec
019315
Tollo Pinot Grigio IGT 2008
1 Lt
$ 9.99
$ 9.13
Super Spec
623801
Rocca Ventosa Pinot Grigio IGT 2008
750 ml
$ 12.99
$ 11.87
Spec
563718
.&+#01 4'$$+#01 & $47<<1 FNNK
750 ml
$ 21.99
$ 20.09
Spec
053363
750 ml
$ 34.99
$ 31.97
Spec
329342
Price
Licensee
*Two Red GlassesiGambero Rosso Cretico Chardonnay IGT Terre di Chieti 2006
*Two Red GlassesiGambero Rosso
Red Wine
Size
Listing
CSPC
Tollo Rosso Terre Di Chieti IGT 2008 j 106'27.%+#01 & $47<<1k
1 Lt
$ 9.99
$ 9.13
Super Spec
007799
Tollo Sangiovese IGT 2008
1 Lt
$ 9.99
$ 9.13
Super Spec
652263
Valle d 41 106'27.%+#01 & $47<<1 FNN6
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
328286
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
G
331652
*Two GlassesiGambero Rosso, Regional Oscarh Quality Price/Ratio Colle Secco Rubino Montepulciano & Abruzzo DOC 2006
750 ml
*88 Pointsi 14.& 5 4'#6'56 +0' #.7'5 X 1$'46 #4-'4X *' +0' &81%#6'
.&+#01 106'27.%+#01 & $47<<1 FNNJ
3 Lt (Single)
$ 97.99
$ 89.54
Spec
571240
750 ml
$ 24.99
$ 22.84
Spec
055830
750 ml $ 34.99 (6 per case)
$ 31.97
Spec
351643
1.5 Lt (Single)
$ 82.23
Spec
143628
*Two Red GlassesiGambero Rosso #)+1.1 106'27.%+#01 & $47<<1 FNNJ
*91 PointsiWine Enthusiast #)+1.1 106'27.%+#01 & $47<<1 FNNI
*Includes wooden box
$ 89.99
13
ABRUZZO, ITALY
CASAL THAULERO *' 0#/' 1( 6*+5 24'56+)+175 9+0'4; +5 14+)+0#6'& (41/ Z #5#. *#7.'41sX the village where the Thaulerosia noble family established in Abruzzo since the sixteenth centuryiused to live. Their residence in the terri- tory is proven by a marriage contract dated 9th March 1738. This contract describes the properties brought as dowry by Angela Thaul- ero, Don Gianfranco Thaulero's daughter. Towards the end of the 19th century, the Duke Giovanni Thaulero re- claimed his lands, planted modern vineyards, and created a huge win- ery, in a design considered to be modern for those times. In 1961, local winegrowers created a joint venture to bottle their wines and produce a high quality wine. This association was the first in Abruzzo to produce DOC wine, and was called Casal Thaulero, in hon- our of the Thauleros, who were forerunners in the modern winemaking process. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Pinot Grigio IGT 2008
750 ml
$ 11.99
$ 10.96
Price
Licensee
$ 10.49
$ 9.59
Listing S
CSPC 087932
*86 PointsiAnthony Gismondi, The Vancouver Sun
Red Wine
Size
Sangiovese 2008
750 ml
Listing S
CSPC 588996
AGRIVERDE Biotechnical principles are at the heart of the newly redesigned Agriverde Winery, built in perfect harmony with the landscape. Natural materials and forms conjure up the rippling sea and gentle hillsides between the Adriatic coast and Mount Majella. All of the rooms have been built with eco-friendly materials, electrical installations have been screened against magnetic fields, and flooring and passages have been assembled with natural gluees. Everything has been done according to the philosophy of Agriverde. .. 64#05(14/#6+10 241%'55'5 1( )4+8'4&' 5 )4#2'5 (41/ 14)#0+% (#4/+0) are carried out through the most modern and innovative technologies: from soft presses with 120 press programmes and temperature cutting down during pressing, to thermo-controlled tanks for refining, to the most advanced non-invasive filtration and wine-making systems. Agriverde has been able to achieve success in global distribution of its wines, while at the same time maintaining a minimal impact upon the land, relying on natural processes as opposed to chemistry. Their terroir-driven wines speak for themselves. Red Wine Natum Organic Montepulciano DOC 2007
Size 750 ml
Price
Licensee
$ 16.99
$ 15.53
Listing S
CSPC 677104
*86 PointsiAnthony Gismondi, The Vancouver Sun
14
APULIA, ITALY
PICHIERRI i VINICOLA SAVESE The history of this firm is closely connected to the grandfather-figure Gaetano Pichierri, who farmed the fruitful vineyards of Primitivo. He refined his knowl- edge of winemaking in the wine growers' cooperatives of Sava, made famous by its oenologists Don Amerigo Mancini and Guido Calò. Right after the war, Gaetano guided the Pichierri family to start their own production of selected wines, leaving to his sons Cosimo, Vittorio, Roberto and Aldo the duty to continue 6*' (#/+.; 5 )4'#6 64#&+6+10T +%%*+'44+ 5 (#/175 4#&+<+10' &'. 1001 4+/+6+81 +5 an Amarone-style wine made by leaving the grapes to hang and raisinify on the vines, creating a rich, intense, raisinate red wine with a delightful slight residual sweetness. It is a wine for hearty dishes and must be tried to be believed. Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Tradizione Del Nonno Primitivo di Manduria DOC 2007
750 ml
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
Listing S
CSPC 506527
*5 Stars out of 5 - Association of Italian Sommeliers
CANTINE DEL COLLE In 1961, a group of vine-growers created the cooperative called Cantina Sociale di Santeramo in Colle, Apulia, in order to have stability in the mar- ket. Throughout the years, the cooperative underwent a series of updating improvements, passing from simple mass production to the current pro- duction of high quality wines using state-of-the-art winemaking techniques and the careful selection of grapes brought in by the members. Recently the cooperative changed its name to Cantine Del Colle to strengthen the new productive and business organization. Its wines have been praised the world over for their ripe flavours and intensity, showing off the truly unique style of winemaking from the Apulia region. Red Wine
Size
Falco Grillaio Primitivo DOC 2004
*90 PointsiWine & Spirits Pagliarone Primitivo Dolce IGT 2006
*3 StarsiDecanter
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
750 ml $ 24.99 (6 per case)
$ 22.84
Spec
093344
750 ml $ 29.99 (6 per case)
$ 27.40
Spec
855940
15
CAMPANIA, ITALY
FEUDI DI SAN GREGORIO
'7&+ &+ #0 4')14+1X # 5;/$1. 1( 61&#; 5 4'$+46* 1( (+0' 9+0' (41/ 6*' south of Italy, is dedicated to the rediscovery of the unique flavours of the Mediterranean. The crusade began in the mid-足LN 5 with the idea of rewriting the history of winemaking in the Irpinia region. The central concept was to invest in a real future for the great wines of the South by upholding local traditions and developing their latent potential. In other words, to take a fresh look at Campania and her native grape varietiesiAglianico, Fiano, Greco and Falanghina. Over the last ten years, Feudi di San Gregorio has come to represent the growing reputation of the wines of Irpinia. Ancient ties have been reinforced by a new interpretation of the potential of the south of Italy. The will and resources of two local families, united by a single passion, has breathed new life into this ancient land. These are modern wines with an ancient soul. They are authentic, while their traditional values are maintained through the use of modern technology, and impeccable quality standards. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Greco di Tufo DOC 2007
750 ml
$ 31.99
$ 29.23
Spec
055657
750 ml
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
S
044479
750 ml
$ 27.99
$ 25.58
S
634907
*89 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Fiano di Avellino DOC 2007
*88 PointsiWine Spectator Sannio Falanghina DOC 2007
*90 PointsiWine Spectator ,*Top 100 Wine of the YeariVancouver Magazine Cutizzi Greco di Tufo 2004
750 ml
$ 37.99
$ 34.71
Spec
457622
750 ml
$ 37.99
$ 34.71
Spec
277947
Size
Price
Licensee
*88 PointsiWine Spectator Pietracalda Fiano di Avellino 2004
*88 PointsiWine Spectator
Red Wine
Listing
CSPC
Vigne di MezzoiBasilicata location production: Aglianico del Vulture 2006
750 ml $ 29.99 (6 per case)
$ 27.40
Spec
457556
Rubrato Irpinia Aglianico IGT 2005
750 ml
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
S
055673
750 ml $ 69.99 (6 per case)
$ 63.96
Spec
050138
750 ml $ 199.99 (6 per case)
$ 182.75
Spec
049932
*Four StarsiDecanter Taurasi Selve di Luoti DOCG 2004 (Aglianico)
*93 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Patrimo Irpinia Merlot DOCG 2003
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso Limited cases available.
16
CAMPANIA, ITALY
MASTROBERARDINO Mastroberardino i # %1/$+0#6+10 1( /1&'40 ':2'4+/'06+0) 9+6* # %'0674+'5 1.& successful tradition. Classicism and innovation in viticulture and winemaking con-足 tribute to the production of wines of great impact. Mastroberardino is a steady and consistent point of reference for the grape growing and winemaking of the whole Campania region. The white wines are well balanced, soft and smooth, with a characteristic bouquet. The red wines come from a careful selection of grapes with a well balanced use of wood ageing, resulting in a very complex wine with aromatic bouquets and full, rich and original character. White Wine
Size
Greco di Tufo DOC 2007
750 ml $ 29.99 (6 per case)
$ 27.40
S
238204
750 ml $ 37.99 (6 per case)
$ 34.71
Spec
216911
750 ml $ 37.99 (6 per case)
$ 34.71
Spec
759779
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso
Red Wine
Size
Licensee
Lacryma Christi Rosso 2008
750 ml $ 27.99 (6 per case)
$ 25.58
Spec
792655
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Aglianico Campania 2007
750 ml
$ 27.99
$ 25.58
Spec
749945
750 ml $ 54.99 (6 per case)
$ 50.25
S (CD)
238188
Radici Taurasi Riserva DOCG 2003 750 ml $ 69.99 $ 63.96 (Aglianico) (6 per case) *Three GlassesiGambero Rosso, *90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Spec
024356
Radici Taurasi Riserva DOCG 1999 (Aglianico)
*89 PointsiWine Enthusiast Radici Fiano di Avellino 2005
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso 4'%1 &+ 7(1 Z 18#5'44# FNN7
Price
Price
Licensee
Listing
Listing
CSPC
CSPC
*88 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Radici Taurasi DOCG 2004 (Aglianico)
*92 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso *93 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Radici Taurasi Riserva DOCG 1997 (Aglianico)
750 ml $ 69.99 (6 per case)
$ 63.96
Spec
661785
5L (Single)
$ 502.58
Spec
166199
$ 63.96
Spec
610113
Spec
109801
Spec
181065
$ 550.00
750 ml $ 69.99 (6 per case)
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso, *92 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Centotrenta Taurasi Riserva DOCG 1999 (Aglianico)
750 ml $ 79.99 (6 per case)
$ 73.09
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso, *92 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. Naturalis Historia Taurasi Riserva DOCG 2004 (Aglianico)
750 ml $ 89.99 (6 per case)
$ 82.23
*92 PointsiWine & Spirits
17
EMILIA ROMAGNA, ITALY
CANTINE SGARZI LUIGI The family Sgarzi has been growing vines and producing wines for many )'0'4#6+105 +0 #56'. T +'641 '4/'X # %+6; .1%#6'& 10 6*' Z +0' 176' and situated between the best Italian gastronomical itineraries. It borders both plains and hill country at the point where Emilia becomes Romagna, where vines have been cultivated from the most ancient times. The first recognition of the winery dates back to 1933. Since those early days, Cantine Sgarzi Luigi has ensured continued success by combining tradi-Â tional viniculture with modern technologies. It has evolved into a sizable company with its own international trading network, supplying more than 40 countries around the world. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Luigi Leonardo Pinot Grigio 2007
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
040360
Z +#1 +016 4+)+1 '64# #- f
1 Lt
$ 12.99
$ 11.87
Spec
869271
Z +#1 4)#0+% *#4&100#; '64# #- f
1 Lt
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
S
004945
*100% certified organicithe only organic tetra pack product available in BC
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Luigi Leonardo Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
021162
Luigi Leonardo Chianti 2005
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
850644
Luigi Leonardo Montepulciano 2007
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
648501
7+)+ '10#4&1 '41 & 81.#f ;4#* FNNH
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
356832
Luigi Leonardo Primitivo 2005
750 ml
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Spec
454009
Z +#1 4+/+6+81f '4.16 '64# #- f
1 Lt
$ 12.99
$ 11.87
Spec
932459
Z +#1 4)#0+% #0)+18'5' '64# #- f
1 Lt
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
S
340711
*100% certified organicithe only organic tetra pack product available in BC
18
FRIULI, ITALY
DI LENARDO The estate of Massimo di Lenardo, located in the famous DOC areas of Friuli DOC Grave and Friuli DOC Aquileia, dates back to the early 1800s. However, it was only from the 1987 vintage that quality took a real leap forward, with the introduction of new techniques including the hand picking of grapes and the use of refined methods of vinification based on physical principles and electronically controlled temperature during fermentation. With his pool of respected wine consultants, Massimo di Lenardo person-Â ally oversees production, ensuring consistency for all wines, bringing rec-Â ognition for di Lenardo Vineyards as one of the very best brands in the Friuli-ÂGrave area. White Wine
Size
Price
Pinot Grigio IGT Venezia-ÂGiulia 2008
750 ml
$ 19.99
Licensee
Listing
$ 18.27
S
CSPC 125658
*89 PointsiWine Enthusiast r '07+0' 4+)+1^ X Z #6+0)i '0,+ X r +%*'4-Â56;.' ^ X Z -Â #6+0)iJames, The Province, July 10, 2008
Red Wine
Size
Price
Merlot IGT Venezia-ÂGiulia 2008
750 ml
$ 19.99
Licensee $ 18.27
Listing S
CSPC 869537
*3 StarsiDecanter
SCHIOPETTO Az. Agr. Mario Schiopetto s.s. is one of the oldest wine estates in the Collio area, and generally regarded as one of the very finest producers in Friuli. In the rolling hills in Capriva del Friuli, in the province of Gorizia, Mario Schio-Â petto has been making wine since 1965 and his children Maria Angela, Carlo and Giorgio are delighted to carry on the family tradition. Sensations, experi-Â ence and traditionithese are the elements linking three generations with the same passion for the earth, vines and wineigood wine that bears witness to the uniqueness of the area and the people who make it. All wines from Schiopetto have limited availability. Â White Wine
Size
Pinot Bianco Collio DOC 2007
750 ml $ 39.99 (6 per case)
$ 36.54
S (CD)
463240
750 ml $ 39.99 (6 per case)
$ 36.54
S (CD)
463786
750 ml $ 39.99 (6 per case)
$ 36.54
S (CD)
764670
750 ml $ 39.99 (6 per case)
$ 36.54
Spec
741306
*91 PointsiWine Spectator
Red Wine
Size
Blumeri Rosso Venezia Giulia IGT 2003 (Merlot/Refosco/Cabernet Sauvignon)
750 ml $ 54.99 (6 per case)
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Pinot Grigio Collio DOC 2007
*89 PointsiWine Spectator Tocai Friulano Collio DOC 2006
*92 PointsiWine Spectator Sauvignon Blanc Collio DOC 2006
Price
Price
Licensee
Licensee $ 50.25
Listing
Listing Spec
CSPC
CSPC 463216
*94 PointsiWine & Spirits 19
FRIULI, ITALY
COLLAVINI In 1896, the Collavini family oenological history began, with founder Eugenio sup-Â plying wealthy Udinese families with his wines, without ever imagining that a cen-Â tury later, they would reach the world over. In 1970, an innovative turn with sparkling wines took the winery to the peak of notoriety with Ribolla Gialla Brut, the result of careful research and an original method. During this decade, the winery acquired an old manor of the 16th cen-Â 674; -0190 #5 1401 &+ 15#<<1X 61 $'%1/' 6*' (#/+.; 5 4'5+&'0%' #0& 9+0'4; %'..#45T 0 EMLNX 1..#8+0+ 5 12'4#6+105 9'4' #.. %1/$+0'& +0 6*+5 24'56+)+175 manor, and Manlio, the present owner, invested heavily to enlarge production capabilities. In 1996 a comprehensive program was launched to ensure but-Â toned-Âdown quality production at all levels, including loyalty agreements with local growers for careful grapes supervision, and upgrading of production equipment for soft pressing and temperature controlled vinification. Forward thinking has kept Collavini at the forefront of producers in the prestigious Friuli region. Rose Wine
Size
Price
Pinot Grigio RosĂŠ IGT 2007
750 ml
$ 21.99
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
$ 20.09
S
054759
r T T 5 (+456 +016 4+)+1 415Ă?^
THE MARCHES, ITALY
UMANI RONCHI The foundation of the winery in Cupramontana by Dr Gino Umani Ronchi dates back to the 1950s. Later, Eng. Bianchi entered into partnership and the pro-Â &7%6+10 #0& /#4-'6+0) 1( Z /#0+ 10%*+ 9+0'5 +0%4'#5'& 016#$.;T 1&#;X /#0+ Ronchi owns 110 hectares in the Verdicchio Classico area, 60 hectares in the Rosso Conero, and 30 in Abruzzi. Though the winery is a leading exponent of two native Marches winesiVerdicchio and Rosso Coneroiwines from foreign grape varieties, Â notably Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, have resulted in wines that have achieved international acclaim. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Z :%.#/#6+10 '4&+%%*+1 &'+ #56'..+ &+ '5+ FNNM
750 ml
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
Spec
270777
750 ml $ 23.99 (6 per case)
$ 21.92
Spec
025403
*First Italian 750 ml screw cap product! E.T.A. May 2010 Casal di Serra Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi 2006
*Two Red GlassesiGambero Rosso
Red Wine Cumaro Rosso Conero 2004 (Montepulciano)
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
750 ml $ 44.99 (6 per case)
$ 41.11
Spec
007609
750 ml $ 79.99 (6 per case)
$ 73.09
Spec
019919
*88 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Pelago Marche IGT 2001 (Montepulciano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot)
*89 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate
20
THE MARCHES, ITALY
VELENOSI Ercole Velenosi is an award winning winery founded in 1984 in the Ascoli Piceno province of the Marches region. It is well known for producing the best wines in the region. The vineyards are hillside clay soil with excellent exposure. The respect for tradition is apparent in the vineyard manage-Â ment and winemaking techniques of consulting winemaker Attilio Pagli. The wines of Velenosi combine a bright freshness with lovely structure, elegance and finesse. White Wine
Size
Price
Villa Angela Pecorino 2008
750 ml
$ 19.99
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
$ 18.27
S
741751
MOLISE, ITALY
DI MAJO NORANTE Azienda Agricola Di Majo Norante is located to the north of the Gargano in Molise 10 6*' '56#6' 1( 6*' #437''5 14#06' 1( #06# 4+56+0#T +0%' 6*' ELNN 5, its ancestors have dedicated themselves to vine cultivation (ancient wine cellars are located under the main town square and the old palace in Campomarino). In 1968, a modern canteen was constructed, along with the first replanted vines in the Ramitello zone. This zone has northeastern exposure, constant summer breezes, a light limestone soil, and a slope toward the Scabolone and Madonna Grande valleys, combining to create a very favorable grape growing environment. Di Majo Norante uses only estate grown grapes, cultivated without the use of chemical or synthetic additives, yielding a product that can be considered \$+1.1)+%#.[T #55+10 #0& .18' (14 6*' )4#2'5 #4' %1/$+0'& 9+6* 6*' /156 #&8#0%'& technology in farming methods and production facilities. Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Cabernet Sauvignon IGT 2007
750 ml
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
S
869263
750 ml
$ 15.99
$ 14.61
G
607325
*88 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate #0)+18'5' Z '44' &').+ 5%+ 2008
*90 Pointsi-Â 1$'46 #4-'4X *' +0' &81%#6' Z 14.& 5 4'#6'56 +0' #.7'5 Prugnolo Del Molise IGT 2005
750 ml
$ 21.99
$ 20.09
Spec
535740
#/+6'..1 Z +('401 1551 FNN6 (Aglianico/Montepulciano)
750 ml
$ 21.99
$ 20.09
Spec
420547
Contado Aglianico del Molise DOC 2005
750 ml
$ 24.99
$ 22.84
Spec
535732
*89 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate, Vancouver Magazine Top 100 Wine of the Year 2008 Don Luigi DOC 2005 (Montepulciano/Aglianico)
750 ml $ 59.99 (6 per case)
$ 54.82
Spec
634790
*92 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate
21
PIEDMONT, ITALY
BROVIA In the wonderful hills of Barolo, where the landscape begins to take on a differ- ent, more animated guise, there is a family that has always been associated with wine: the Brovias. This prestigious winery, established in 1863, is settled in Cas- 6+).+10' #..'661T 418+# #.9#;5 2#;5 #66'06+10 61 6*' +/2146#0%' 1( 6*' \6'441+4[X with uncompromising attitude to the selection of the finest vineyards in Langa, The family has been able to acquire great vineyards in the Barolo growing area: 1%%*'X +..'41 #0& #4$.Ð6 7' +0 #56+).+10' #..'661X #0& # +# #0& 4'# +0 '44#.70)# & .$#T *75X 6*' 2*+.1512*; 1( 418+# +5 61 241215' )4'#6 2'4510#.+6; Barolos, all similarly made with very specific and clean characteristics, yet al- ways different among themh Barolos that faithfully reflect the richness of the great Langa vineyards. Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Barolo Brovia Villero DOCG 2000
750 ml
$ 97.99
$ 89.54
Spec
287334
750 ml $ 97.99 (6 per case)
$ 89.54
Spec
895037
750 ml $ 97.99 (6 per case)
$ 89.54
Spec
114504
750 ml $ 97.99 (6 per case)
$ 89.54
Spec
565515
750 ml $ 97.99 (6 per case)
$ 89.54
Spec
215913
750 ml $ 97.99 (6 per case)
$ 89.54
Spec
375444
*91 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. Barolo Brovia Villero DOCG 2001
*92 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. #41.1 418+# # +# FNN1
*93 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available #41.1 418+# # +# FNN3
*92 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available Barolo Brovia Rocche dei Brovia DOCG 2003
*91 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. Barolo Brovia Garblet Sue DOCG 2003
*91 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available.
22
PIEDMONT, ITALY
DAMILANO Damilano is one of the historical Barolo producing farms, founded over a century ago by Guiseppe Borgogno, The tradition was kept up by his son -Âin-Âlaw Giacomo Damilano and with his children, until it was passed on to *+5 (174 )4#0&%*+.&4'0X 9*1 8'4; #66'06+8'.; /#0#)' 6*'+4 (14'(#6*'45 land today. The wines are renowned for their upright style and the es-Â tate is widely appreciated due to the strictness and passion that accom-Â 2#0; #.. 1( 6*' %1/2#0; 5 #%6+8+6+'5T *' 8+0';#4&5 #4' 5+67#6'& +0 6*' most famous crus of the Langa region: Cannubi, Liste, Fossati and Brunate, which are almost entirely cultivated with Nebbiolo da Barolo. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Langhe Arneis DOCG 2007
750 ml
$ 21.99
$ 20.09
S
362616
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
'$$+1.1 & .$# FNNK
750 ml
$ 27.99
$ 25.58
Spec
009456
750 ml
$ 49.99
$ 45.68
S
854620
750 ml $ 89.99 (6 per case)
$ 82.23
Spec
416842
750 ml $ 89.99 (6 per case)
$ 82.23
Spec
239483
750 ml $ 89.99 (6 per case)
$ 82.23
Spec
746412
750 ml $ 94.99 (6 per case)
$ 86.80
Spec
392499
*90 PointsiWine & Spirits Barolo Z '%+037'8+)0' DOCG 2004
*91 PointsX Z 4+6+% 5 *1+%' iThe Wine Enthusiast Barolo Liste DOCG 2005
*92 PointsiWine Spectator Barolo Liste DOCG 2001
*92 PointsiWine Spectator Barolo Liste DOCG 2000
*93 PointsiWine Spectator Barolo Brunate Cannubi DOCG 2005
*93 PointsiWine Spectator
STEFANO FARINA
Stefano Farina
Giancarlo, Bruno and Gino Farina, sons of the founder, manage this family winery, located in Diano d'Alba, in the heart of Dolcetto country. Using grapes from 16 acres of their own vineyards, Stefano Farina creates modern styled wines with berry and cedar character. Consistency and the constant search for quality with respect to value are the hallmarks of this pioneering family.
White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Gavi DOCG 2007
750 ml
$ 24.99
$ 22.84
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Barolo DOCG 2004 750 ml *91 PointsX Z 12 ENN +0'5 1( 6*' '#4 iWine Spectator
$ 49.99
$ 45.68
S
476077
Barbaresco DOCG 2004
$ 47.99
$ 43.85
Spec
056044
750 ml
Listing
CSPC
Spec
869032
Listing
CSPC
*90 PointsiWine Spectator
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PIEDMONT, ITALY
MASCARELLO The members of the Giuseppe Mascarello family have been growing wines for more than 150 years in the prime Barolo region of Castiglione Falletto, including the prestigious Monprivato area. They have built on years of family experience to the present day Mauro Mascarello, who began in 1970 to vinify the grapes grown on each single vineyard separately, starting with the Monprivato Nebbiolo. In 1985, the efforts paid off with international recognition of the highest order. The 1978 vintage Barolo emerged as the best wine in the Forum Vinorum in London, with the only perfect score, and a ranking higher than 27 other Italian DOC and DOCG reds, and also 56 Châteaux, Grand Cru and Premier Cru producers, includ- ing such names as Petrus, Margaux, Latour, Lafite, Mouton Rothschild and Haut- Brion. To this day, the spectacular Barolos of Mascarello are highly decorated and well sought after by top buyers around the world. Red Wine
Size
#4$'4# & .$# %7&'661 FNNH
*89 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. Barolo Villero 2003
Price
Licensee
Listing
750 ml $ 67.99 (6 per case)
$ 62.13
Spec
105759
750 ml
$ 127.92
Spec
194399
$ 141.63
Spec
674218
$ 676.20
Spec
048082
$ 139.99
CSPC
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate (6 per case) Limited cases available. Barolo Santo Stefano 2003
750 ml
$ 154.99
*92 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate (6 per case) Limited cases available. Barolo Monprivato Riserva 2001
750 ml
$ 739.99
*96+ PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate (6 per case) Limited cases available.
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SARDINIA, ITALY
ARGIOLAS Argiolas has firmly established itself as one of the very top producers from Sardinia, 6*' 0'9'56 %4+6+%5 &#4.+0) 4')+10 1( 6#.;T #4&+0+# *#5 (1..19'& +0 6*' (11656'25 1( Sicily in making a name for itself through producing fabulously aromatic wines from indigenous grape varietalsi at very fair prices. 4)+1.#5 *+5614; $')#0 +0 EMELX 9*'0 4#0%'5%1 4)+1.#5 2.#06'& 6*' (+456 8+0';#4& with the assistance of some returning Italian POWs. But it was Antonio Argiolas, whose great enthusiasm and experience in viticulture set the stage for greatness, $7;+0) 0'9 '56#6'5 #0& 5'66+0) 72 # /1&'40 (#4/T 0 6*' .#6' EMKNs5X 0610+1 5 5105 Franco and Giuseppe reorganized the business in all aspects, from vineyards to cel-足 lars. They chose one of Italy's leading oenologists, Giacomo Tachis, who joined forces with oenologist Mariano Murru. Now three generations of the Argiolas family are together: patriarch Antonio (now 97 years old), his two sons and his grandchildren. White Wine
Size
S elegas Nuragus di Cagliari 2007
750 ml $ 21.99 (6 per case)
$ 20.09
S
457929
750 ml $ 21.99 (6 per case)
$ 20.09
Spec
457945
375 ml $ 11.99 (12 per case)
$ 10.95
Spec
546416
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Perdera Monica di Sardegna 2007
750 ml
$ 22.99
$ 21.01
S
457937
$ 25.99
$ 23.75
S
457911
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
Spec
413955
$ 54.82
Spec
457903
$ 91.37
S (CD)
457895
*87 PointsiWine Spectator Costamolino Vermentino di Sardegna 2009
Price
Licensee
Listing
Listing
CSPC
CSPC
*88 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate (6 per case) Costera Cannonau di Sardegna 2007
750 ml
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate (6 per case) Costera Cannonau di Sardegna 2006
375 ml
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate (12 per case) Korem Isola dei Nuraghi IGT 2003 (Bovalesardo, Carignano, Cannonau)
750 ml $ 59.99 (6 per case)
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Turriga Isola dei Nuraghi IGT 2003
750 ml
$ 99.99
*93 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate (6 per case)
25
SICILY, ITALY
FIRRIATO
The Firriato winery near Trapani in the northwest of the island was founded in 1985 by the Di Gaetano family and is the personification of the "New Sicily". Starting with the 1994 vintage, scrupulously selected, ripe grapes from low-Â yielding, hillside vineyards have been vinified by a team of local and antipodean winemakers. The only aim was quality, using indigenous Sicilian and interna-Â tional grape varieties. Seven years with continuous growth, global distribution, #0& /#0; /'&#.5 #0& #9#4&5 70&'4 6*'+4 $'.6 j+0%.7&+0) Z '56 6#.+#0 +0'4; $; Luca Maroni in 2007), Firriato truly is putting Sicily on the map! White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Primula Catarrato Sicilia IGT 2008
750 ml
$ 10.99
$ 10.04
Spec
606350
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
4+/7.# '41 & 81.# +%+.+# FN07
750 ml
$ 10.99
$ 10.04
S
606368
$ 29.23
S
175943
$ 36.54
Spec
613182
750 ml $ 49.99 (6 per case)
$ 45.68
S
073197
750 ml $ 54.99 (6 per case)
$ 50.23
Spec
029314
*LK 1+065X Z 16 7; X 12 FI #.7' +0'5 1( 6*' '#4 FNNLiWine Access Santagostino Baglio Soria IGT 2006 ( '41 & 81.#f ;4#*m
750 ml $ 31.99 (6 per case)
*ME 1+065X Z 12 ENN +0'5 1( 6*' '#4 iWine Spectator Quater Rosso IGT 2006 750 ml $ 39.99 ( '41 & 81.#f '44+%10'f 4#22#61f '4'..1 #27%%+1m (6 per case)
* '56 '& +0' 1( 6#.; iLuca Maroni Harmonium IGT 2006 ( '41 & 81.#m
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso Camelot IGT 2006 (Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot]
*5 GrapesiDuemilavini Guide (Association of Italian Sommeliers)
26
SICILY, ITALY
CUSUMANO
The main assets of Cusumano include 140 hectares of family vineyards set in specific, diverse areas according to microclimatic conditions throughout Sicily; the constant study of the soil aimed at finding the best varieties to be chosen for their specific features; and the continuous research from grape growing to winemaking area. Knowledge of the soils, the constant monitoring of the vines, and the appropriate balance between production and cultivation are always taken into account. Alberto and Diego Cusumano have spear- headed a renaissance in Sicilian wines, garnering international interest in the unique wines from this region. White Wine Insolia IGT 2007
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
S
141242
750 ml
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
Spec
015388
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
S
015479
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
S
143610
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
Spec
015289
*87 PointsiWine Spectator Angimbe IGT 2005 (Insolia/Chardonnay)
*90 PointsiWine Spectator
Red Wine Syrah IGT 2007
*86 PointsiWine Spectator '41 & 81.# FNN7
*Top 100 Wine of the YeariVancouver Magazine Benuara IGT 2004 j '41 & Avola/Syrah)
750 ml
*Two Glasses & Oscar Award (Quality/Price) - Gambero Rosso
TRENTINO - ALTO ADIGE, ITALY
FERRARI \ *' *+5614; 1( # 9+0' .+'5 +0 6*' *+5614; 1( 6*' 51+. 6*#6 0174+5*'5 6*' 8+0'5T[ In 1902, after several years studying winemaking and viticulture in France, Giulio Ferrari decided to challenge his French counterparts with his winemaking skills on his own land. In the process, he created a masterpiece. The leadership of Casa Ferrari was passed from the founder to the Lunelli family in 1952. The names have changed, but the enthusiasm has remained the same. A century of history and Ferrari is the best selling, most recognized and most celebrated Italian spumante in the world. Sparkling Wine
Size
Trento Brut N/V
*Two GlassesiGambero Rosso Rosé DOC N/V
*Two GlassesiGambero Rosso Perlé DOC 2002
*91 PointsiWine Enthusiast Giulio Ferrari Riserva
*Two Red GlassesiGambero Rosso Finalist
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
750 ml $ 41.99 (6 per case)
$ 38.37
Spec
366427
750 ml $ 44.99 (6 per case)
$ 41.11
Spec
134866
750 ml $ 49.99 (6 per case)
$ 45.68
Spec
862037
750 ml $ 124.99 (6 per case)
$ 114.21
Spec
134387
27
TRENTINO -足 ALTO ADIGE, ITALY
TENUTA SAN LEONARDO The history of Tenuta San Leonardo dates back at least 1500 years, with the return of prisoners from Trentino, who erected a chapel in honor of the patron saint of prisoners, Saint Leonard. Today, the ancient monastery hospice, which once gave shelter to the destitute, is now the cellar where the wines mature in barrels. The estate has witnessed many historical events, including acting as headquarters in both world wars. Present owners the Guerrieri Gonzaga family have taken advan-足 tage of the specific terroir to create Bordeaux-足inspired blended wines, under the guidance of master winemaker Carlo Ferrini and consultant winemaker Giacomo Tachis, who is considered to be a genuine maestro of Italian winemaking through *+5 %4'#6+10 1( 51/' 1( 75%#0; 5 /156 +0(.7'06+#. 9+0'5 (41/ 6*' EMKN5 109#4&5T This talented pair ensures calculated ageingiat least 6 months in large format Sla-足 vonian oak, then 24 months in small French oak barrelsiand masterful blending of each contributing varietal. This is followed by at least one year of bottle ageing. The results are consistently nothing short of spectacular. Red Wine Dolomiti IGT 2004 [Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc/Merlot]
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
750 ml (6 per case)
$ 97.99
$ 89.54
Spec
924076
750 ml (6 per case)
$ 114.99
$ 105.08
Spec
741454
750 ml (6 per case)
$ 119.99
$ 109.65
Spec
158600
750 ml (6 per case)
$ 134.99
$ 123.35
Spec
758938
750 ml (6 per case)
$ 159.99
$ 146.20
Spec
649517
*93 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. Dolomiti IGT 2001 [Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc/Merlot]
*92 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. Dolomiti IGT 2000 [Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc/Merlot]
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso Limited cases available. Dolomiti IGT 1999 [Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc/Merlot]
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso Limited cases available. Dolomiti IGT 1997 [Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc/Merlot]
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso Limited cases available.
28
TUSCANY, ITALY
ALTESINO Altesino is a highly regarded, world class winery situated northeast of Montalcino and covering an area of approximately 64 hectares. The vineyards cover an area of approximately 27 hectares, divided into three different sub zones called Altesino, La Velona and Montosoli. The grape variety Sangiovese di Montalcino makes up the largest part of the vineyards, as it is used for Brunello di Montalcino, Rosso di Montalcino and Palazzo Altesi. Altesino has always been determined to produce wines of the highest quality possible; thus, the aging requirements for Brunello di Montalcino are even more stressed in the Altesino cellars. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
Bianco di Toscana IGT 2008 (Malvasia/Trebbiano)
750 ml
$ 19.99
$ 18.27
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Rosso di Toscana IGT 2007 (Sangiovese/Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot)
750 ml
$ 22.99
$ 21.01
S
553933
375 ml $ 44.99 (6 per case)
$ 41.11
S (CD)
801266
750 ml $ 64.99 (6 per case)
$ 59.39
Spec
042762
750 ml $ 59.99 (6 per case)
$ 56.65
S
139220
375 ml $ 34.99 (12 per case)
$ 31.97
Spec
658468
500 ml $ 69.99 (6 per case)
$ 63.96
Spec
161539
750 ml $ 149.99 (6 per case)
$ 137.06
S
082974
1.5 L
$ 325.00
$ 296.98
Spec
012609
3L
$ 650.00
$ 593.96
Spec
434050
5L
$ 995.00
$ 909.22
Spec
782144
S
CSPC 637520
E.T.A. May 2010
Listing
CSPC
*89 PointsiAnthony Gismondi, The Vancouver Sun Vin Santo 2001 (Late Harvest Trebbiano/Malvasia)
Limited cases available. .6' & .6'5+ FNN3 (Sangiovese/Cabernet Sauvignon)
*88 PointsiWine Spectator Limited cases available. Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2004
*92 PointsiWine Spectator Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2003
*89 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Grappa di Brunello
Limited cases available. 470'..1 &+ 106#.%+01 Z 106151.+ FNNG
*90 PointsiWine Spectator Note: Large format bottles available as singles.
29
TUSCANY, ITALY
BORGO SCOPETO Borgo Scopeto is an estate covering an area of 503 hectares (1243 acres), located in the Siennese commune of Castelnuovo Berardenga, prevalently on clay soil, with arenaceous elements bonded with limestone. The wine cellar of Borgo Scopeto, renewed and enlarged over the last few years, is equipped with the most modern technology for vinification. The refining of the wines takes place in Slovenian oak barrels of 30/50 hectolitres and French oak barriques of 300 litres.
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Chianti Classico DOCG 2007
750 ml
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
Spec
260091
750 ml
$ 49.99
$ 45.68
Spec
256289
*Two Red GlassesiGambero Rosso E.T.A. May 2010 Chianti Classico Riserva Misciano DOCG 2004
*Two Red GlassesiGambero Rosso Limited cases available.
TENUTA CAPARZO *' 0#/' Z #2#4<1 5''/5 61 14+)+0#6' (41/ # Z #<<1X #5 5''0 +0 5'8'4#. #0g cient maps. The vineyards of the Caparzo Estate include 85 hectares in Montal-足 cino itself and 4 hectares in Buonconvento. More than 30 years have passed since the first rows were planted. Tenuta Caparzo aims to ensure top quality products through meticulous, craftsmanlike techniques, while equally taking a modern approach to efficiency and innovation. It has kept faith with the traditions of Brunello and the various local terroirs, at the same time enhancing its wines with creative spirit and dedication to innovation to ensure the highest possible quality. This is why Caparzo wines are served by the most famous restaurants in the world, as well as at international meetings and on official state occasions.
Red Wine
Size
Brunello di Montalcino 2001
750 ml $ 69.99 (6 per case)
$ 63.96
Spec
246645
750 ml $ 119.99 (6 per case)
$ 109.65
Spec
792382
750 ml $ 119.99 (6 per case)
$ 109.65
Spec
611103
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2001
*91 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. La Casa Brunello di Montalcino 2001
*91 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available.
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
30
TUSCANY, ITALY
PIANIROSSI The Pianirossi estate is a result of the vision and efforts of owner Stefano Sincini, originally a respected fashion entrepreneur, born and raised in the culture of wine. +0%+0+ &+5%18'4'& 6*' /#)0+(+%'06 .1%#6+10 ,756 # 5610' 5 6*419 #9#; (41/ #56'..1 Banfi and the first slopes of Montalcino. He gathered a highly competent team, with consultation from acclaimed oenologists Carolo Ferrini and Gioia Cresti, and set about creating a wine unique to the terroir, deciding to bring from his native Marches the cuttings of Montepulciano to complement the traditional Tuscan San- giovese and the Alicante and Petit Verdot. By slightly veering off the path of traditional Tuscan offerings, Pianirossi has estab- lished itself as a rising star of a new generation of Maremma estates. Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Solus Maremma Toscana IGT 2006 (Sangiovese/Montepulciano/Alicante)
750 ml
$ 39.99
$ 36.54
Listing S
CSPC 614859
MORIS FARMS The Moris family has dedicated itself for generations to agriculture, increasingly spe- cializing in viticulture, and have been rewarded with the highest consumer satisfac- tion. The farm is 476 hectares, divided into 420 hectares located near Massa Marit- tima (Fattorio Poggetti), of which 37 hectares are contained within the DOC of \ 106'4')+1 &+ #55# #4+66+/#[T *' 16*'4 IJ *'%6#4'5 #4' 5+67#6'& 9+6*+0 6*' property of Poggio la Mozza, of which 33 hectares of vineyards are contained within the DOC of Morellino di Scansano. The wines of Moris Farms are well decorated for their power, length, elegance and finesse. Red Wine
Size
Morellino di Scansano Riserva DOCG 2004
*Two GlassesiGambero Rosso Avvoltore Maremma Toscana IGT 2005
Limited cases available.
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
750 ml $ 49.99 (6 per case)
$ 45.68
Spec
238550
750 ml $ 69.99 (6 per case)
$ 63.96
Spec
238543
31
TUSCANY, ITALY
MONTEVERTINE Montevertine lies within the heart of the Chianti hills, in the community of Radda. Documents show that the site had been dwelled on since the 11th century. Traces of the original construction are still preserved. In 1967, Sergio Manetti, a steel product manufacturer, bought Montevertine as a holiday house, restoring it to its original dwelling destination. He then planted 2 hectares of vines and set up a small cellar to produce wine for friends. The first vintage produced in 1971 was more than decent, so Sergio presented it at Vinitaly. It was an immediate success and he was so enthused that only a few years later he gave up his main former activity to dedicate his efforts to winemaking. New vineyards were planted, new cellars installed, and expansion has continued to this very day.
Red Wine
+6* '4)+1 5 2#55+0) +0 FNNNX /#0#)'/'06 2#55'& 61 *+5 510 #46+01 Manetti, who is assisted by Klaus Johann Reimitz and Bruno Bini, the latter born in Montevertine and an in-Âdepth expert of the zone and the soil. Giulio Gambelli, the expert wine taster, is the consultant and offers his assistance during the production of the wines. Size Price Licensee Listing CSPC
Pian del Ciampolo IGT 2006 (Sangiovese/Canaiolo/Colorino)
750 ml
$ 34.99
$ 31.97
S (CD)
549337
750 ml
$ 57.99
$ 52.99
S (CD)
515775
750 ml
$ 119.99
$ 109.65
S (CD)
628552
*89 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Montevertine Toscana IGT 2005 (Sangiovese/Canaiolo/Colorino)
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate La Pergole Torte IGT 2004 (Sangiovese)
*94 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate
PICCINI The family-Âowned Piccini winery was established in 1882 by Angiolo Piccini. In 1920, *+5 510 #4+1 %106+07'& +65 &'8'.12/'06 $; ':6'0&+0) 6*' %1/2#0; 5 $75+0'55 #%4155 the domestic market in Italy. Piccini entered a second phase of rapid growth in the early 1960s, under the leadership of third-Âgeneration Pierangiolo Piccini. In 1983, Mario Piccini joined his father and helped make the U.S. market a priority, in a suc-Â cessful effort to strengthen the Piccini name. To this day, Piccini remains the largest producer of D.O.C.G. Chianti in Italy.
Red Wine
The Piccini winery is located in the heart of the Chianti Classico zone and has strong Tuscan traditions. Mario and Martina Piccini, the fourth generation of family wine-Â makers, firmly guard the family philosophy of passion and quality, that shows through in all of their wines. Size Price Licensee Listing CSPC
Chianti DOCG 2007
750 ml
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
S
420125
Chianti Fiasco DOCG 2007 (Authentic Tuscan straw bottle)
750 ml
$ 17.49
$ 15.99
S
595918
Vino In Musica 2001 (Sangiovese/Cabernet Sauvignon)
750 ml
$ 49.99
$ 45.68
Spec
274548 32
UMBRIA, ITALY
SPORTOLETTI 21461.'66+ 5 9+0'4; +5 .1%#6'& 0'#4 2'..1 #0& 55+5+X 691 #0%+'06 /'&+'8#. 61905 in the region of Umbria in central Italy, about 55 miles north of Rome. Umbria, the hilliest region in Italy, is an extremely green and pristine area, where nature and history blend together. Winemaking traditions in this region reach back to the Etruscans and Romans, but as in Burgundy, grape growing and wine-足 making were developed and enriched by the monks during Medieval times. The Sportoletti family has been in agriculture for generations and has always been dedicated to the production of fine wine in Umbria. Brothers Ernesto and '/1 *#8' (1..19'& 6*'+4 (#6*'4 +6614+1 5 6'#%*+0)5 10 *+)* 37#.+6; 241&7%6+105T The family owns 50 acres of vineyards and produces four wines, two whites and two reds. Thanks to the impressive success of their wines, the overall production has soared to 200,000 bottles. Their Merlot, which is worth noting, is produced from old vines planted at Sportoletti more than 50 years ago. *' 51+. 5 4+%*0'55X +0 %10,70%6+10 9+6* +0018#6+8' /'6*1&5 1( 241&7%6+10X )+8' 21461.'66+ 5 9+0'5 6*'+4 70+37' +&'06+6; #0& /#-' 6*'/ #/10) 6*' $'56 ':24'5g sions of Umbrian winemaking. In 1998, the two Sportoletti brothers hired the highly esteemed and world renowned enologist Riccardo Cotarella, marking the start of a highly successful professional relationship. White Wine
Size
Assisi Grechetto DOC 2007
750 ml $ 21.99 (6 per case)
$ 20.09
Red Wine
Size
Licensee
Assisi Rosso DOC 2006 (Sangiovese/Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon)
750 ml $ 23.99 (6 per case)
$ 21.92
S
128405
750 ml $ 54.99 (6 per case)
$ 50.25
S (CD)
385674
*89 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate *Two GlassesiGambero Rosso
Price
Price
Licensee
Listing Spec
Listing
CSPC 438259
CSPC
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Villa Fidelia Rosso IGT 2004 (Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc)
*94 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate
33
THE VENETO, ITALY
MIONETTO Few lands identify themselves like Valdobbiadene so totally and directly with a completely special "drinking philosophy". Try, for example, tasting a glass of Prosecco -Â the most renowned "offspring" of these hills. You will feel that you have been projected into a world which you believed lost forever, where life still pro-Â ceeds at a liveable pace and where values remain unchanged: equilibrium and lightness, elegance and genuineness, delight in getting together and enjoying life. From Prosecco to Cartizze and many other straightforward, generous wines -Â the fascinating history of the vines and wines of Valdobbiadene has trodden a long path, but it has always been true to itself. You only need to travel along the Prosecco Road -Â the first enological route to have been created in Italy -Â to be aware of it all. In these places, the savours, nature, everything is still authentic and incomparable. It is in this land and with this singular tradition that an equally unique entrepreneurial story has become associated -Â that of the Mionetto family. Sparkling White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Pergolo Prosecco Spumante
750 ml
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
S
591933
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
S
378638
375 ml $ 10.99 (24 per case)
$ 10.04
Super Spec
463968
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
S
073932
375 ml $ 10.99 (24 per case)
$ 10.04
Spec
859413
750 ml
$ 19.99
$ 18.27
S
086256
750 ml
$ 21.99
$ 20.09
G
432369
750 ml $ 27.99 (6 per case)
$ 24.66
S
515551
Sparkling RosĂŠ Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
IL RosĂŠ Frizzante IGT N/V
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
*87 PointsiWine Enthusiast IL Prosecco Frizzante IGT N/V
*91 PointsiThe Wine Report *Top 100 Wine of the YeariVancouver Magazine
IL Moscato Frizzante IGT N/V
*90 PointsiThe Wine Report
Prosecco Brut Spumante DOC N/V
*92 PointsiWine Enthusiast Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Frizzante DOC N/V
*92 PointsiWine Enthusiast '4)+1 +10'661 Z :64# 4; Spumante N/V (Prosecco)
*92 Pointsi +0' 06*75+#56 Z '56 7;
Listing Spec
CSPC 231803
34
THE VENETO, ITALY
BOTTEGA -Â La Cantina dei Poeti Originality, creativity and quality have elevated this winery to the next level. In 1992, Bottega diversified to create its Cantina dei Poeti sparkling wine line, which took Bottega in a new direction. The Petalo Moscato is a stunning wine that amazingly captures the essence of the naturally sweet Moscato grapes from which it is made. It has an aroma of flowers and fruits, and balances crisp acidity with peach and rose flavours. It 647.; +5 Z *' +0' 1( 18' T 65 %1706'42#46X 6*' 415'%%1 Z +01 &'+ 1'6+ jZ *' +0' 1( 1'65 kX +5 (4'5*X %4+52 #0& '.')#06X 9+6* # &'.+%#6' (4#)4#0%' 1( #%#%+# blossoms. It is dry, refined and well balanced, with a persistent effervescence. It is well worthy of the line in which it is found. Sparkling White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Petalo Moscato Z Vino Del Amore IGT N/V
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
S
580993
750 ml $ 19.99 (6 per case)
$ 18.27
S
095711
*Silver MedaliInternational Wine Challenge (London) *Top 100 Wine of the Year iVancouver Magazine Prosecco ZIL +01 &'+ 1'6+ Spumante DOC N/V
*90 PointsiWine & Spirits
# 7)#6'X '56#$.+5*'& $; 6*' '55#4+ (#/+.; +0 EMLJX 6#-'5 +65 0#/' (41/ 6*' 81.%#0+% *+..5 9*'4' /156 1( 6*' 8+0';#4&5 #4' 61 $' (170&T *' # 7)#6' 8+0'g yards cover 40 hectares, 30 of which are located within the commune of Mon-Â 6'(146' & .210' +0 6*' 47))'& *'#46 1( 1#8' .#55+%1X 9+6* EN *'%6#4'5 +0 6*' %1//70' 1( 106'%%*+# &+ 415#4# +0 0'#4$; #.21.+%'..#T # 7)#6' 75'5 10.; indigenous grape varieties such as Garganega, and Trebbiano di Soave for white wines; and Corvina, Rondinella and Corvinone for reds. The Soave wines of Ca Rugate are unique, produced from 100% Garganega grapes, without blending in Trebbiano or other inexpensive grapes, as is done for most Soave wines. They also utilize single vineyard production, resulting in wines that are among the best of their kind, with full, fresh fruit and hints of almonds. White Wine
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San Michele Soave Classico DOC 2008
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
180653
Monte Fiorentine Soave Classico DOC 2007
750 ml $ 24.99 (6 per case)
$ 22.84
S
180273
750 ml $ 27.99 (6 per case)
$ 22.84
Spec
180182
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso
Red Wine
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Price
Licensee
Rio Albo Valpolicella DOC 2008
750 ml
$ 21.99
$ 20.09
Spec
422899
750 ml $ 49.99 (6 per case)
$ 45.68
Spec
810978
750 ml $ 69.99 (6 per case)
$ 63.95
Spec
278291
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso Monte Alto Soave Classico DOC 2007
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CSPC
CSPC
*91 PointsiWine & Spirits La Perlara Recioto di Soave DOCG 2007
*91 PointsiWine & Spirits Amarone della Valpolicella DOC 2004
*91 PointsiWine & Spirits
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THE VENETO, ITALY
TRABUCCHI The estate of Trabucchi has a total area of about 27 hectares, divided into 21 hectares of vineyard and 6 hectares of olive groves, made all the prettier by the presence of 400 cypress trees, horse chestnut trees and rose bushes. Trabucchi is very well known for the production of wines of magnificent struc- ture, richness and character. Their Valpolicella wines are ruby-red in appear- ance, with intense fragrances of fresh red fruit, blackcurrants and blackberries, and sumptuous, silky smooth flavours. The Amarone is quality of the highest orderirich, velvety and intensely fruity. Trabucchi wines are found in selected top restaurants and wine shops around the world. Red Wine
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Price
Licensee
$ 39.99
$ 36.54
S
004325
Valpolicella Superiore Terre del Cereolo DOC 2003 750 ml $ 54.99 *Two Red GlassesiGambero Rosso (6 per case)
$ 50.25
Spec
877019
Recioto della Valpolicella 2005
Valpolicella Superiore Terre di San Colombano DOC 2003 *Three GlassesiGambero Rosso 750 ml
Listing
CSPC
750 ml $ 79.99 (6 per case)
$ 73.08
Spec
488569
*91 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG 2003
750 ml
$ 86.80
Spec
061051
$ 94.99
*Three GlassesiGambero Rosso
BRUNELLI Ever since it has existed, the name Brunelli has has been closely linked to the area of San Pietro in Cariano, a small valley in the Valpolicella Classico area whose name derives from that of the Roman Cariae family. It is in this spot in the countryside where the Brunelli family has handed down from generation to generation the an- cient passion which has made its wines known and appreciated all over the world. The estate is now in the hands of Luigi, the oenologist, and of his wife Luciana who, 5*#4+0) 7+)+ 5 ':2'46+5' #0& 2#55+10X *#5 %4'#6'& # 52'%+#. 4#0)' 1( 9+0'5 6*#6 &+5g tinguishes itself for both the virile and the feminine values it expresses. *' %*#4#%6'4 1( # 9+0' +5 6*' ':24'55+10 1( +65 %4'#614 5 '/16+105T *+5 +5 #.. 6*' more true in the case of the wines from Brunelli estate. The Amarone Campo del Titari, with its forthright style that pulls no punches, is the very image of a deter- mined and enigmatic craftsman of the soil like Luigi Brunelli. Luiciana, on the other hand, is mirrored in the nuances of the gentle and graceful Amarone Campo Inferi, with its feminine traits and respect for tradition. Red Wine
Size
Price
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC 2005
750 ml $ 69.99 (6 per case)
Licensee
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CSPC
$ 63.96
Spec
806612
Z #/21 0('4+ /#410' &'..# #.21.+%'..# .#55+%1 FNNG 750 ml $ 119.99 (6 per case)
$ 109.65
Spec
911495
Z #/21 &'. +6#4+ /#410' &'..# #.21.+%'..# .#55+%1 FNNH 750 ml $ 169.99 (6 per case)
$ 155.33
Spec
340752 36
THE VENETO, ITALY
CARPENE MALVOLTI Over 140 years of history, embracing four generations of the family, testify to Car- 2'0Ă? #.81.6+ 5 .10) *'4+6#)' 1( 241&7%6 37#.+6; #0& 6*' 24'56+)' +/#)' 1( 6*' $4#0&T Convinced that a similar wine to champagne could be produced in Italy, Antonio Car- penè established Carpenè-ÂMalvolti Winery in the Conegliano zone in the Veneto in 1868. He taught methods of cultivation to the local farmers, and co-Âfounded the first school of Enology in Italy. In WWI, the winery was entirely destroyed, and son Etile Carpene reconstructed the company. In 1924, the first Prosecco label was released. 0 6*' /+& EMGN5X 6+.' 5 510 0610+1 #42'0Ă? 4T 9#5 6*' (+456 61 #((+4/ 6*#6 6*' Charmat method was the one best suited for enhancing the characteristic aromas #0& '.')#0%' 1( %'46#+0 6#.+#0 52#4-.+0) 9+0'5X 57%* #5 15%#61 & 56+ #0& Prosecco. Antonio reconstructed the winery after WWII, and went on to become a huge figure in Italian sparkling winemaking. Son Etoile is the current chairman, and has overseen the growth of the company into a well recognized global brand. Sparkling Wine Prosecco di Conegliano DOC Cuvee Brut N/V
Size
Price
750 ml
$ 22.99
Licensee $ 21.01
Listing Spec
CSPC 923623
*90 PointsiWine Enthusiast
TEDESCHI Numerous generations of the Tedeschi family have dedicated love and devotion to viticulture in the Valpolicella, giving them an enviable wealth of experience, tradition, and nobility, all of which are used to achieve the highest level of quality. According to old documents which have recently come to light, the first purchase of vineyards was drawn up in 1630. The descendents followed suit, bringing pres- tige, respect and esteem to the family, to the extent that they were called upon to carry out important political and religious duties. In 1824, Nicolò Tedeschi purchased more vineyards, and with his skill and genuine personality, brought the family business many steps forward, to the extent that all successors would dedicate their lives to upholding the good name of the family and its wines. The most recent generationiAntonietta, Sabrina and Riccardoiwork together to maintain the spirit of the Tedeschi family as upholders of the finest wines that The Veneto region can produce, and as purveyors of these wines to an attentive audience of buyers and consumers around the world. Red Wine
Size
Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC 2005
750 ml $ 57.99 (6 per case)
$ 52.99
Spec
110312
375 ml $ 31.99 (12 per case)
$ 29.23
Spec
110320
$ 27.40
Spec
299271
$ 90.46
Spec
308957
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Price
Z #2+6'. #0 1%%1 #.21.+%'..# 72'4+14' +2#551 '0'61 FNNJ 750 ml $ 29.99 /#410' &'..# #.21.+%'..# .#55+%1 Z #2+6'. 106' ./+ FNNI *Four StarsiDecanter 750 ml $ 98.99 (6 per case)
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
37
THE VENETO, ITALY
SPINATO *' .#0& 10 9*+%* 00# 2+0#61 5 )4#2'5 #4' )4190 *#5 $''0 75'& (14 6*#6 5#/' 274g pose since the 12th century. Wine was first produced there, on the banks of the +#8' +8'4X $; 6*' /10-5 1( 6*' #06 0&4'# $$';T 8'0 6*' 2+0#61 .1)1 6'..5 1( 6*' (#/+.; 5 \2#55+10 #0& .18' (14 174 %7.674' #0& 6*' 64#&+6+10 1( 9+0'/#-+0)T[ Today, the wines reflect all the elegance and unpretentious sophistication that Anna Spinato herself is so well known for. Anna Spinato wines have been awarded medals at such events as Vinitaly, the Japan Wine Challenge, and MIWine of Milan. Indeed, 6*' 2127.#4+6; 1( 00# 2+0#61 5 9+0'5 +5 57%* 6*#6 2+0#61 %14-5 #4' '/$'&&'& 9+6* # special microchip that guarantees the authenticity of every bottle. White Wine
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Price
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Pinot Grigio Marca Trevigiana IGT 2006/07
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
118752
Sauvignon Blanc Marca Trevigiana IGT 2007
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
689281
Red Wine
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Price
Licensee
Cabernet Sauvignon Piave DOC 2007
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
829440
Merlot Piave DOC 2005
750 ml
$ 17.99
$ 16.44
Spec
410142
Listing
CSPC
CSPC
38
NELSON, NEW ZEALAND
RICHMOND PLAINS
(100% CERTIFIED ORGANIC)
1%#6'& #6 6*' 612 1( '9 '#.#0& 5 176* 5.#0&X '.510 +5 10' 1( 6*' 914.&s5 (+0'56 cool-climate wine growing regions, blessed with the most sunshine hours in the country, cool autumn nights, and free-draining soils of ancient river beds, forming ideal grape growing conditions on the alluvial plains. This temperate climate, mod- erated by the surrounding mountains and the Pacific Ocean sea breezes, is perfect for producing vibrant fruit driven white wines and well-structured, elegant reds. Richmond Plains began in 1991 as a small vineyard owned by Lars and Samantha Jensen, who believe that great wines are made in the vineyard by working with na- ture. By using organic methods, without the use of synthetic herbicides, fungicides, 2'56+%+&'5 #0& ('46+.+<'45X 6*'; %#0 ':24'55 6*' 8+0';#4& 5 %*#4#%6'4 +0 6*' 9+0'5T White Wine
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Price
Licensee
Sauvignon Blanc Nelson 2008
750 ml
$ 19.99
$ 18.27
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Pinot Noir Nelson 2006
750 ml
$ 24.99
$ 22.84
Listing
CSPC
S
756874
Listing
CSPC
*90 PointsiWine & Spirits
Spec
401877
*90 PointsiWine & Spirits
NELSON, NEW ZEALAND
TE MANIA Te Mãnia is a family-owned Nelson winery established in 1990 by Jon and Cheryl Harrey, located near the beautiful coastline of Tasman Bay +0 '.510X #6 6*' 612 1( '9 '#.#0& 5 176* 5.#0&T *' 8+0';#4&5 flourish on the ancient alluvial terraces, through which rivers flow from 6*' /1706#+05 61 6*' 5'#T *'5' 5610; 51+.5X %1/$+0'& 9+6* '.510 5 cool maritime climate and high sunshine hours, produce grapes and wines of the finest quality. Nelson is famous for its rich blue skies, brilliant sunshine, beaches and lakes, spectacular national parks, cafés, artists, vineyards and winer- ies. *+5 (4'' 52+4+6 1( '.510 5 +&;..+% .+('56;.' #0& %.+/#6' +5 %#2674'& $; the Harrier Hawk gliding on the breeze above the Te Mania vineyards. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Sauvignon Blanc Nelson 2008
750 ml
$ 21.99
$ 20.09
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Pinot Noir Nelson 2007
750 ml
$ 27.99
Pinot Noir Reserve Nelson 2007
750 ml
$ 39.99
Listing
CSPC
Spec
303289
Listing
CSPC
$ 25.58
Spec
554097
$ 36.54
Spec
758508
*90 PointsiJames Halladay
*Gold MedaliSydney International Top 100 Wine Show 39
MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND
MOUNT FISHTAIL Mount Fishtail vineyard is fully owned by the Hengstler familyiKonrad, Sigrun and their two sons, Conrad and Carlo. The Hengstlers originally emigrated from Germany to Melbourne in Australia, where they settled for over twenty years. While travelling through New Zealand, Konrad discovered Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, and was immediately attracted to this outstanding wine. From that point, the decision to move to Marlborough and become involved in the wine industry was an easy one. The family planted their first vines in 1996, producing a range of wines from their two vineyards in the Wairua and Waihopai Valleys, totaling 40 hectares. Each year after fermentation, wines from the two distinct sites are used for the Mount Fishtail label, ensuring the same high quality and consistent flavours every year. White Wine
Size
Mount Fishtail Sauvignon Blanc 2009
750 ml
Price $ 14.99
Licensee $ 13.70
Listing S
CSPC 843615
*86 PointsiAnthony Gismondi, Gismondi on Wine
DÄO, PORTUGAL
VINHOS BORGES Sociedade dos Vinhos Borges was established in 1884 by the brothers Antonio and Francisco Borges. Since 1998, it has been a part of José Maria Vieira, a Portuguese family group, which is also the most important distributor of Borges wines in Portugal. Borges has a complete portfolio of DOC wines from the most traditional and old wine producing regions in Portugal, incluuding Port wines, Douro wines, Dao wines, Vinho Verde, rosé wine from Trás-os-Montes region, and sparkling wines. The company has two vinification centres: one at Lixa, the heart of the Vinho Verde region, and the other at Vila Real, in the Trás-os-Montes region, with a global production capacity of about 5.8 million litres. It is a force in the production and marketing of fine wines from around the country of Portugal, with exports to countries all over the world. White Wine
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Price
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CSPC
Vinho Verde Gatao N/V
750 ml
$ 10.99
$ 10.04
S
796201
750 ml
$ 11.99
$ 10.96
S
947895
Rose Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Gatao Rose N/V
750 ml
$ 10.99
$ 10.04
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Dao Meia Encosta Red 2007
750 ml
$ 11.99
$ 10.96
*Top 100 Wine of the YeariVancouver Magazine Dao Meia Encosta White 2008
*87 PointsiAnthony Gismondi, Gismondi on Wine
Listing S
CSPC 399832
E.T.A. April 2010
Listing S
CSPC 040923
rLM 1+065X Z 12 ENN #.7'5 1( 6*' '#4 iWine & Spirits 40
ROBERTSON VALLEY, SOUTH AFRICA
EXCELSIOR Excelsior Estate Winery has been under the ownership of the de Wet family since 1870. The current owners are the fourth generation of De Wets to farm the fertile land of the Robertson Valley in the Western Cape. Excelsior is one of the largest private wine estates in South Africa, with over 200 hectares planted to vineyards. The philosophy of the De Wet family is to produce wines that are immediately appealing, with opulent fruit in good balance, and elegant lengthy finishes. The wines are made available at prices that offer incredible value. White Wine
Size
Price
Chardonnay 2008
750 ml
$ 15.99
Viognier 2008
750 ml
Red Wine Paddock Shiraz 2007
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
$ 14.61
Spec
184028
$ 15.99
$ 14.61
S
662171
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
750 ml
$ 15.99
$ 14.61
S
183996
750 ml
$ 15.99
$ 14.61
S
183970
*87 PointsiAnthony Gismondi, Gismondi on Wine
*3 ½ StarsiJohn Platter Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
*86 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate
WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA
GOLDEN KAAN Golden Kaan wines originate from selected vineyards at the southernmost tip of Africa h the fertile, lush Western Cape centered on Cape Town. Here, the Golden Kaan varietals flourish in the rich soils of the Table Mountain sandstone along with the Malmesbury shale, and profit from the ideal terrain of the Western Cape, which resembles a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and good winter rainfall, ensuring the minimum amount of irrigation. These weather and terroir conditions ensure sun-ripened varietal grapes of the highest quality, which are then used to produce the full-bodied and unique wines of Golden Kaan. Golden Kaan remains committed to environmentally friendly vineyard practices and wine sourcing. All the wines and grapes sourced for Golden Kaan derive from vineyards that are fully IPW (Integrated Production of Wine) certified. White Wine
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Price
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CSPC
Sauvignon Blanc 2008
750 ml
$ 12.99
$ 11.87
Spec
147710
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Shiraz 2007
750 ml
$ 12.99
$ 11.87
S
147728
750 ml
$ 12.99
$ 11.87
Spec
149658
*85 PointsiWine Enthusiast
*89 PointsiWine Enthusiast Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
41
MADRID, SPAIN
BODEGAS TAGONIUS Bodegas Tagonius, located 40 km southeast of Madrid, is a relative new- comer to the wine industry, having opened in 2000. Its wines have quickly been placed among the very best from Spain. The winery lies in the Tajuña River Basin, where the ancient Romans enjoyed the wine from the Iberian Peninsula. A century ago, Galician fisherman travelled to Madrid to trade their fish for fine wine. Today, modern winemaking has brought a renais- sance to the regioni6*' Z +015 &' #&4+& *#8' )#+0'& 4#2+&.; +0 2127.#4+6; worldwide. The online wine review Iberians on Wine 9416'X \ #)10+75 +5 # 612 #&4+& 4'&X %.'#4.; %100'%6'& 9+6* 6*' 9+0' 4'81.76+10 1( # #0%*#W[ Red Wine
Size
Price
Listing
CSPC
$ 25.58
Spec
807453
750 ml $ 37.99 (6 per case)
$ 34.71
Spec
506915
750 ml $ 79.99 (6 per case)
$ 73.09
Spec
385609
750 ml $ 197.99 (3 per case)
$ 180.92
Spec
771816
Tinto Roble 2003 750 ml $ 27.99 (Tempranillo/Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah/Merlot) (6 per case)
Licensee
*90 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Crianza 2004 (Tempranillo/Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah)
*91 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Tagonius Reserva 2003 (Cabernet Sauvignon/Tempranillo/Syrah)
*93 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available. Gran Vino 2003 (Cabernet Sauvignon/Tempranillo/Syrah)
*95 PointsiRobert Parker, The Wine Advocate Limited cases available.
U.S.A. PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA
NICHOLS Nichols is a small family winery located in Paso Robles, California. It was established in 1991to produce ultra premium wine, with limited production of each varietal around the 1200 case level. This allows owner and wine- maker Keith Nichols to place great care and attention to the tending of the vines, maintaining lower yields and high quality, and to the maximum extrac- tion of varietal character and flavour in the wines. He believes in ageing his wines over extended time periods to ensure that they have had time to mel- low tannins and develop complexity, for wines that show off magnificent, fully developed, multiple layered flavour. Limited cases available. White Wine
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Price
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CSPC
Silver Fox Sauvignon Blanc 2006
750 ml
$ 27.99
$ 25.58
Spec
814491
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Silver Fox Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
750 ml
$ 37.99
$ 34.71
Spec
376087
0$+01 +0';#4&5 ;4#* FNNG
750 ml
$ 54.99
$ 50.25
Spec
647784
Cienega Valley Zinfandel 1999
750 ml
$ 59.99
$ 54.82
Spec
927889 42
U.S.A. LODI, CALIFORNIA
DELICATO FAMILY VINEYARDS When Gasparé Indelicato emigrated to California from the small village of Campobello in Italy, it was only natural that he would do the one thing he knew he could do better than anything elseigrow wine grapes, like his father, grandfather and several generations before him. He planted the first grapes for Delicato Family Vineyards in the spring of 1924. Within a few years, wine- /#-'45 #%4155 6*' %17064; -0'9 1( 6*' 37#.+6; 1( #52#4Ï 5 #.+(140+# )4#2'5T His hard work was rewarded with more orders than he could fill. During Pro- *+$+6+10X #52#4Ï 5 )4#2'5 9'4' 517)*6 #(6'4 $; *1/' 9+0'/#-'45 5''-+0) quality grapes for home winemaking. But early success turned into hard times. Grapes sales declined during the Great Depression. In 1935, with Prohibition repealed, Gasparé made the decision to turn a por- tion of his grapes into wine, using techniques his father had taught him. In the old hay barn by the vineyard, Gasparé, his brother-in-law, and their twin wives took turns with a hand driven press to produce their first vintage con- sisting of 3,451 gallons (just under 1,500 cases) of wine. Gasparé established a reputation for great winemaking, and other producers in the budding California wine industry approached Gaspare and his family for custom-made wines. To meet the demand, the family acquired additional 8+0';#4& .#0&T #52#4Ï 5 6*4'' 5105X +0%'06X 4#0- #0& 06*10;X ,1+0'& 6*' family winery as the business grew. Today, Chris and Jay Indelicato, third gen- '4#6+10 (#/+.; /'/$'45 #0& 06*10; 5 5105X #4' .'#&+0) 6*' $75+0'55 +061 6*' future under the name of DFV Wines, now the fifth largest winery operation in the United States. White Wine
Size
Price
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Listing
CSPC
Woodhaven Chardonnay 2008
750 ml
$ 11.99
$ 10.96
Spec
292805
Delicato Pinot Grigio 2008
750 ml
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
Spec
408210
Irony Chardonnay 2006
750 ml
$ 21.99
$ 20.09
Spec
160499
Rose Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Delicato White Zinfandel 2006
750 ml
$ 8.99
$ 8.21
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Woodhaven Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
750 ml
$ 11.99
$ 10.96
Spec
292813
Delicato Merlot 2008
750 ml
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
Spec
520148
Delicato Old Vine Zinfandel 2008
750 ml
$ 14.99
$ 13.70
Spec
346908
Irony Merlot 2004
750 ml
$ 24.99
$ 22.84
Spec
580068
Irony Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
750 ml
$ 24.99
$ 22.84
Spec
276840
Spec
Listing
769117
CSPC
43
U.S.A. SONOMA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
GLORIA FERRER \ .14+# '44'4 4'.+#$.; 241&7%'5 51/' 1( #.+(140+# $'56 52#4-.+0) 9+0'5X (41/ 6*' (47+6-Âforward blanc de noirs to the richly structured Carneros CuvĂŠe. On a warm day, step out onto the terrace of the visitors %'06'4 #5 ;17 5+2 ;174 $7$$.; 14 10' 1( 6*' 9+0'4;s5 +016 1+45 14 *#4&100#;5W[ Wine Spectator, Travel to California Wine Country, June 15, 2008
0 EMLFX 6*' '44'4 (#/+.;X 24124+'6145 1( 6*' 914.& 5 .#4)'56 241&7%'4 1( 52#4-.+0) 9+0'X 4'+:'0'6 T T TX 274%*#5'& FIN #%4'5 1( .#0& +0 101/# 5 #40'415 9+0' &+5g trict, where they planted vineyards with the traditional sparkling wine grapes of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. In 1986, their state-Âof-Âthe-Âart winery, with Spanish-Âstyle archi-Â tecture and breathtaking vista terrace, overlooking the estate vineyards and the roll-Â ing Carneros hills, opened to the public. The winery was named after JosĂŠ Ferrer's beloved wife. The winery now cultivates 385 acres in Carneros and produces a range of sparkling and still wines. Gloria Ferrer is dedicated to the production of wines that reflect the artistry of the winemaker and the marriage of vine to place in the vineyard. Gloria Fer-Â 4'4 5 56+.. 9+0'5 %1/2.'/'06 6*' 52#4-.+0) 9+0'5 6*#6 9+.. #.9#;5 4'/#+0 6*' (+456 .18' of the Ferrer family. White Wine
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Price
Licensee
Listing
Carneros Chardonnay 2005
750 ml
$ 34.99
$ 31.97
Sparkling Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Sonoma Brut N/V
750 ml
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
S
192898
750 ml
$ 32.99
$ 30.15
Spec
244392
750 ml
$ 37.99
$ 34.71
Spec
244376
750 ml
$ 43.99
$ 40.20
Spec
244418
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Carneros Pinot Noir 2005
750 ml
$ 38.99
$ 35.63
Spec
CSPC 000109
*91 PointsiWine Enthusiast
Listing
CSPC
*MN 1+065X Z 12 ENN +0'5 1( 6*' '#4 iWine Spectator Blanc de Noirs N/V
*88 PointsiGismondi on Wine Blanc de Blancs 2002
*88 PointsiGismondi on Wine Royal Cuvee 1996
*88 PointsiGismondi on Wine
Listing Spec
CSPC 638361
*Double Goldi #56'4 5 7+.& 007#. 1057/'4 5 +0' 7&)+0) FNNJ
44
U.S.A. SONOMA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA
B.R. COHN Founded by Bruce Cohn in 1984, B.R. Cohn Winery is located in the heart of Sonoma Valley. Bruce Cohn bought the land now known as Olive Hill Estate Vineyards in 1974. The small family operated winery is surrounded by the 90-足acre Olive Hill Estate Vineyards, where soils warmed by underground natural hot springs and gentle ocean breezes create a unique microclimate resulting in ideal growing conditions for ultra-足 premium Cabernet Sauvignon. B.R. Cohn also produces Merlot, Pinot Noir, SyrCab (a unique blend of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon), Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, Cabernet Port, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. These award-足winning wines have placed B.R. Cohn among the leaders of great California wine producers. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
Chardonnay 2008
750 ml
$ 36.99
$ 33.80
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Silver Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
750 ml
$ 36.99
$ 33.80
Spec
351866
Zinfandel 2007
750 ml $ 49.99 (6 per case)
$ 45.68
Spec
858241
Olive Hill Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
750 ml $ 76.99 (6 per case)
$ 70.35
Spec
569541
Spec
Listing
CSPC 771006
CSPC
THOMAS GEORGE ESTATES Thomas George Estates is the manifestation of the passion and commitment of the Baker family to continue the tradition of growing great grapes and making great wines in the unique and magnificent Russian River Valley. Early in 2008, the Bakers purchased the Davis Bynum Winery and Vineyard, named for the legendary winemaking pioneer who established it. With his contribution, they were able to take its traditions and legacy forward. And with the efforts of Ulises Valdez, a talented and successful viticulturist who farms many of the best vineyards in the Rus-足 sian River Valley, and winemaker Chris Russi, who brings with him extensive experience with Geyser Peak Winery and Peter Lehmann Winery in the Barossa Valley, Thomas George Estates produces exceptional wines from this fabulous region. In late 2008, the winery purchased two more award winning vineyards to total threeithe original Baker Ridge, Cresta Ridge and Starr Ridgeiensuring they meet the ever increasing demand for years to come. White Wine
Size
Price
Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2008
750 ml $ 39.99 (6 per case)
$ 33.80
Spec
124222
Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2008
750 ml $ 49.99 (6 per case)
$ 33.80
Spec
124396
Red Wine
Size
Licensee
Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel 2007
750 ml $ 47.99 (6 per case)
$ 33.80
Spec
124206
Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2007
750 ml $ 59.99 (6 per case)
$ 45.68
Spec
124198
Price
Licensee
Listing
Listing
CSPC
CSPC
45
U.S.A. WILLAMETTE VALLEY, OREGON
BENTON-ÂLANE Steve and Carol Girard have been owners of Benton-ÂLane since 1988. They headed 0146* (41/ 6*'+4 *1/' 56#6' #.+(140+#X (''.+0) 6*#6 4')10 5 %11.'4 %.+/#6' 1(('4'& the possibility of producing Pinot Noir with better balance, structure, and more inter-Â '56+0) (.#81745T *'; 5'66.'& 10 # 2412'46; %#..'& Z 700;/1706 +0 5176*'40 +.g lamette Valley, named for its rain shadow position due east of the highest peaks in the coastal range. Sunnymount straddles the border between Benton and Lane counties. The vineyard has grown to 138 acres, planted mostly to Pinot Noir, with 7 distinct clones of rootstocks carefully matched to the planting location. In 2004, the winery began full production of Pinot Gris. Benton-ÂLane is distributed throughout the U.S. and various international markets, and continues to be highly regarded for its excep-Â tional crafted wines, showing off the amazing capabilities of the Willamette Valley. White Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Pinot Gris 2008
750 ml
$ 27.99
$ 25.58
Listing Spec
CSPC 137265
*93 PointsX Z 12 ENN +0'5 1( 6*' 14.& iWine & Spirits
Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Estate Pinot Noir 2007
750 ml
$ 34.99
$ 31.97
Spec
098749
First Class Pinot Noir 2008
750 ml $ 74.99 (6 per case)
$ 68.53
Spec
207647
COLUMBIA VALLEY, WASHINGTON
BOOKWALTER The Bookwalter family roots are deep in agriculture and the Washington wine and viticulture industry. With several of the top vineyard sources in the state and a com-Â mitment to excellence in winemaking, Bookwalter Winery continues to fulfill the growing demand for ultra premium wines from Washington State. In 1997, John Bookwalter joined the family winery, established by parents Jerrold and Jean, as the 10th generation of Bookwalters to be involved in agriculture, focus-Â ing on producing ultra premium red wines. To do so, he joined with world-Âclass wine-Â maker/vineyard consultant Zelma Long, who had just retired from her illustrious 30 year wine industry career. Success was immediate, as both the 2000 vintage Mer-Â lot and Cabernet Sauvignon wines were released to rave reviews. The next two vin-Â tages brought two top 100 wines of the year rankings, several 90 point-Âplus Parker ratings and another Wine Spectator "Wine of the Week" acknowledgement. Red Wine
Size
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
Sub Plot 23 N/V 750 ml $ 24.99 $ 22.84 (Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Syrah/Malbec/Petit Verdot/Barbera/Cabernet Franc)
Spec
523514
Columbia Valley Merlot 2005
750 ml
$ 52.99
$ 48.42
Spec
608679
750 ml
$ 59.99
$ 54.82
Spec
611871
Foreshadow Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 *93 PointsiWine Enthusiast 750 ml
$ 59.99
$ 54.82
Spec
114579
Protagonist Red Mountain 2006 750 ml $ 69.99 (Merlot/Syrah/Cabernet Sauvignon/Petit Verdot/Syrah/Cabernet Franc)
$ 63.96
Spec
180331
*91 PointsiWine Enthusiast Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2004
*92 PointsiWine Spectator 46
SPIRITS THE VENETO, ITALY
DISTILLERIA BOTTEGA Distilleria Bottega was set up in 1977 by Aldo Bottega, a master distiller with over 30 years of experience. The distillery began modestly, operating in the local grappa market. In 1983, with the death of its founder, son Sandro took on the manage-Â ment of the company with the assistance of siblings Barbara and Stefano. In a few years, Distilleria Bottega left its anonymity, thanks to an innovative distillation sys-Â tem that makes grappa mellower and more delicate. In 1987, the Alexander brand joined Bottega; this new brand is intended for those consumers who have devel-Â oped a much more educated and refined palate. All Alexander Grappa has its origin from very fresh and vinous marcs that are distilled in copper stills following the steam distillation in order to guarantee the highest quality. The Venetian blown glass bottles, designed by Sandro Bottega, are the ideal container to view the clarity and transparency of the Alexander Grappa. *'; 9'4' #.51 6*' 1$,'%6 1( # 24'56+)+175 +06'40#6+10#. ':*+$+6+10 %#..'& \ 46 +0 4#22#[T Spirits
Size
Price
Licensee
Sambuca
700 ml (6 per case)
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
S
758862
700 ml (6 per case)
$ 39.99
$ 36.54
S
432468
700 ml (2 per case)
$ 75.99
$ 69.44
Spec
062927
Top Five Grappa Set (Prosecco, Falanghina, Moscato, MĂźller-ÂThurgau, Cabernet Sauvignon)
5 x 200 ml (3 per case)
$ 88.99
$ 81.24
Spec
062505
Grappa Pesca (Peach)
500 ml (6 per case)
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
Spec
131151
Grappa Gianduia (Hazelnut/Chocolate)
500 ml (6 per case)
$ 34.99
$ 31.97
Spec
134635
Grappa Limoncino (Lemon)
500 ml (6 per case)
$ 29.99
$ 27.40
Spec
176016
4#22# Z +5%18'4;
500 ml (2 per case)
$ 89.99
$ 82.23
Spec
111716
500 ml (2 per case)
$ 89.99
$ 82.23
Spec
867382
500 ml (6 per case)
$ 89.99
$ 82.23
S (CD)
441089
*5 Starsi T #7. #%7.6 5 2+4+6 1740#. Grappa
*Food & Wine Grappa of the Year 2006 *90i95 PointsiThe Wine Enthusiast Grappa Platinum (Amarone)
Listing
CSPC
*95 PointsiThe Wine Enthusiast
*Blown Glass Bottle Package 4#22# Z 1$; +%-
*Blown Glass Bottle Package 4#22# Z #2.' '#(
*Blown Glass Bottle Package
47
SPIRITS ITALY
ROBERTO CAVALLI \ .18' 6*' 274+6; 1( 81&-#X '52'%+#..; 1( /; 81&-#U +6 5 .+-' (+4' #0& 9#6'4 /'4)'& +061 # 5+0).' '.'/'06W[ i Roberto Cavalli Captivating, seductive, the quintessence of pure femininity...Roberto Cavalli Vodka is all of this. Produced in line with Italian tradition and the experience of the best distilleries, Roberto Cavalli Vodka is sophisticated and elegant, for more discerning palates. Made with the purest water gushing from the slopes of Monte Rosa, Roberto Cavalli Vodka is produced using the finest quality grain grown in the valleys where the south-west Alps meet the river Po. For many years Roberto Cavalli only shared the pleasure of this delicious ultra pre- mium vodka with family and friends. Famous for his busy nightlife and passion for hav- ing a good time, Roberto Cavalli has now decided to share this treasure, up to now a jealously guarded secret, with the rest of the world. Vodka
Size
Price
Roberto Cavalli Vodka
750 ml $ 89.99 (6 per case)
Licensee $ 82.23
Listing Spec
CSPC 029389
rMN 1+065X Z :%'26+10#. iBeverage Testing Institute, Chicago 2006 *Gold MedaliWorld Spirits Competition, San Francisco 2006
LUIGI FRANCOLI The Francoli family traces its Italian heritage back to Campodolcino, a small alpine village close to the Swiss border. Begun by Luigi Guglielmo in 1875, the Francoli family has dis- tilled grappa for five generations, though the family tradition dates back even further. The village of Campodolcino once had more than 80 grappa distilling families, despite the fact that this rugged mountain terrain is devoid of vinaccia, the raw material used for the production of grappa. The vinaccia had to be brought to Campodolcino from surrounding areas. From those 80 families, today there are only three still actively distilling grappa. In 1951, at the age of only 21, Luigi founded his own distillery. His 4 younger brothers (Franco, Augusto, Giuseppe and Giovanni) joined Luigi supporting his dream of founding a prosperous Grappa Distillery. Thus the Fratelli Francoli distillery was born. For the Francoli family, grappa distillation is not only an art but also a science. Over time Luigi modified the 'Berti' distillation equipment to obtain a grappa which was more suit- able to the family's palate. Luigi's son, Alessandro, now the president of Distillerie Fran- coli, acquired the same passion for grappa distillation, and at university his thesis fo- cused on the techniques of ageing grappa. As a result, through the combination of Luigi's 'art' and Alessandro's 'science', Luigi Francoli Grappa is renowned for being one of the smoothest grappas produced in Italy. Since 1951, Distillerie Francoli has expanded into one of the most ill ustrious Grappa distilleries in Italy. Brandy
Size
Price
Fratelli Francoli Grappa Invecchiata
750 ml $ 33.99 (6 per case)
Licensee $ 31.06
Listing S
CSPC 155812 48
SPIRITS ITALY
VECCHIA ROMAGNA/MONTENEGRO Vecchia Romagna comes from a great company tradition that dates back to 1820, when the refined French distiller Jean Bouton, the founder of the first steam distillery, arrived in Italy. Distilled from prized Trebbiano grapes, Vecchia Romagna Black Label is an unmistak-Â able brandy. An exceptional recipe, advanced distillation techniques, and aging for a minimum of three years in small oak casks give it a warm intense colour, an aromatic, harmonious, complex fragrance, and a smooth dry taste. For these reasons, it has become the default Italian brandy in the marketplace. Amaro Montenegro is a traditional amaro distilled using 40 herbs obtained from around the world, including vanilla and orange peels. It uses a unique soaking and dis-Â tillation process, resulting in a liquor that is sweet in taste, with a slightly bitter finish. It was first produced by famous Italian spirits manufacturer Stanislao Cobianchi in the late 19th century and is named after the second queen of Italy, Princess Elena of Mon-Â tenegro. It is extremely popular as an after-Â%1(('' &4+0- jZ#//#<<#%#((' +0 6#.+#0kT Brandy
Size
Vecchia Romagna Black Label
750 ml $ 29.99 (6 per case)
$ 27.40
S
286807
Amaro Montenegro
750 ml $ 34.99 (2 per case)
$ 31.97
Spec
TBD
E.T.A. June 2010
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
UNITED KINGDOM
PINK 47 Multi-Âaward winning Pink 47 Gin was launched in the spring of 2007, to immediate %4+6+%#. #%%.#+/T 6 +5 &+56+..'& $; 6*' 5 5'%10& .#4)'56 &+56+..'4X 9*+%* 241&7%'5 # staggering 6.5 million 9L cases of spirits every year. Their roots trace back 250 years and today specialize in the distillation of traditional London Dry Gin. In 2007, they won no less than 18 awards for this new product. While the process of distillation of London Dry Gin is widely understood, Pink 47 Gin certainly follows its own production path. Specifically, it is the use of the twelve care-Â fully selected botanicals used in the recipe, including almonds, cassia and nutmeg, that helps to give the gin such a distinct sensory profile. The remarkable Pink 47 Gin bottle takes its shape from the legendary Khavaraya Pink +#/10&X 9*+%* *#5 $''0 /+55+0) (14 18'4 HNN ;'#45X #0& 9#5 4'276#$.; 5*#2'& \.+-' # 57$.+/' 6'#4&412 1( 52+4+67#. ,1;[T *' 5'#4%* (14 6*' *#8#4#;# 5;/$1.+<'5 6*' %1/g 2#0; 5 5647)).' 61 %4#(6 # 2'4('%6 )+0 9+6* 9*+%* 61 /#-' &'(+0+6+8' %1%-6#+.5T #%'65 flash the pink tones of the label through the crystal clear liquid to create a distinctive Z2+0- 2#%-#)'T Gin
Size
Pink 47 Gin
700 ml
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
$ 39.99
$ 36.54
S
500421
E.T.A. May 2010 (6 per case) * *#4.'5 15+' /$ Z 41/#6+% 2+4+6 1( 6*' '#4 FNNL *Best UK SpiritiTesco Drinks Awards 2008 49
UNITED KINGDOM
SPRINGBANK DISTILLERY Springbank Distillery is a true original in many regards. It is the oldest distillery in %16.#0& 6*#6 5748+8'5 +0 6*' 190'45*+2 1( +65 (170&'45X 6*' +6%*'..5X %16.#0& 5 5'0+14 distilling family. The present distillery was built in 1828 on the site of the previous illicit distillery of Archibald Mitchell. Springbank is the signature producer of Campbeltown, one of the five recognized production regions of scotch. It has its own unique and de-足 lightful nuances which make it among the world's best single malt producers. 24+0)$#0- +5 70+37' #/10)56 %16.#0& 5 &+56+..'4+'5 +0 6*#6 #.. 2#465 1( 6*' 241&7%6+10 process, from traditional malting to bottling, are carried out at the one location. Of note, it is the only distillery that has never used chill filtering and the addition of cara-足 mel to add back colour in the production of its fine malts, ensuring that the essential oils, esthers and proteins are maintained in the product, guaranteeing whiskies of the finest pure aroma and flavour. Whisky
Size
Springbank 10 Year Old
750 ml $ 89.99 (6 per case)
$ 82.23
S
086454
750 ml $ 89.99 (6 per case)
$ 82.23
S(CD)
896019
750 ml $ 149.99 (2 per case)
$ 137.06
Spec
643908
750 ml $ 149.99 (2 per case)
$ 137.06
Spec
128009
r[ *+)*.; %1/2.': /#.6[ -足 Michael Jackson Springbank Longrow CV
Limited cases available Springbank 15 Year Old
r[ 647' 9#6'4 1( .+('[ -足 Michael Jackson Springbank 7 Year Old Gaja Barolo Finish
Limited cases available
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
GLENGLYLE DISTILLERY Brand new distillery. Same old family. Officially opened on March 25, 2004 by Dr Winnifred Ewing MP, and Mr Hedley Wright, Chairman of J & A Mtchell and Co Ltd, the Mitchell's Glengyle Distillery is the first distillery to open in Campbeltown in over 125 years, and the first new distillery in Scotland this millennium. The whisky produced at the Mitchell's Glengyle Distillery is called Kilkerran Single Malt. On May 21, 2009 at an open day held at the distillery, the global launch of Kilkerran 'Work in Progress" Single Malt took place. This first release of 12,000 bottles will be part of the "Work in Progress" series, allowing scotch lovers to follow Kilkerran Single Malt as it matures from 5 years old towards it full release age of 12 year old. Whisky
Size
Kilkerran Single Malt
750 ml $ 94.99 (2 per case)
E.T.A. May 2010
Price
Licensee $ 86.80
Listing Spec
CSPC 124271
50
SPIRITS ANTIGUA
ANTIGUA DISTILLERY The Antigua Distillery has long been the premium distiller of fine rums in The Leeward islands. They are committed to maintaining the high stan- dards of production and packaging that have been developed over recent decades. The company produces high quality rums with the finest all- natural ingredients, using a skillful combination of traditional methods and modern technology. They continue the tradition of using copper pipes for their five column continuous copper still that can produce 1.5 million litres a year. Ageing is done in 220 litre American oak casks that were previ- ously used for ageing bourbon, covering a time frame of a minimum 2-3 years, with no top-ups to replace evaporation, allowing the "angels" to take their share. English Harbour Five Year Old Antigua Rum is smooth, lush, and not overly stickly sweet, with a lovely vanilla profile, making it versatile for cocktails or as a fine sipping rum all on its own. It is a premium rum that offers tre- mendous value. Rum
Size
Price
Licensee
English Harbour Five Year Old Antigua Rum
750 ml
$ 31.99
$ 29.23
Listing
CSPC
S
391078
*MI 1+065X +)*.; '%1//'0&'& iChicago Beverage Testing Institute *Double Gold Award Winner, 2004 & 2005iSan Francisco World Spirits Competition
JAMAICA
ROYAL JAMAICAN Royal Jamaican is responsible for the production of Jamaican Gold at its small, exclusive private estate. Though a relative newcomer to the mar- ket, it has already created quite a stir for the quality of its rum and its unique, attractive packaging. Jamaican Gold is a premium amber rum distilled from 100% Jamaican molasses. Great care and attention is made to ensure the highest quality possible throughout all stages in the production process. The product is hand-filled and bottled in small batches. The rum itself shows off a wonderfully smooth, round, rich, textured taste, with hints of chocolate, vanilla and other pleasant spices. It is a rum that is truly worthy of the fine reputation that Jamaica has carved out for itself in the production of world class rum, one that dates all the way back to the 16th century. Rum
Size
Price
Jamaican Gold
750 ml $ 29.99 (6 per case)
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
$ 27.40
S
111500
51
SPIRITS TURKEY
HARE
#4' j2410170%'& Z #- '' k +5 # .+0' 1( .+37'745 6*#6 9#5 4'%'06.; .#70%*'& $; '; .%1*1.+% '8'4#)'5 1( 74-';T '; +5 74-'; 5 .'#&+0) 241&7%'4 1( 52+4+65 #0& 10' 1( its largest wine producers. It was founded in 2004 to consolidate a number of dispa- rate distilleries in the country. The company has aggressively launched new brands, and re-.#70%*'& 1.& 10'5X +0 +65 '((1465 61 $7+.& 7210 +65 215+6+10 #5 10' 1( 7412' 5 largest spirit producers. *' #4' $4#0& 0#/' +5 64#05.#6'&X 1&&.; '017)*X #5 \$4+)*6 .+0'5 6*#6 #22'#4 61 $' 70&7.#6+0) 61 6*' ';'T[ *' $166.' (14 6*' #4' 74-+5* 1(('' 4'#/ +37'74 521465 # /;56+%#. &'5+)0 6*#6 +5 572215'& 61 $' \6*' )#<' 1( 6*' %10%7$+0' +0 6*' 661/#0 *#4'/T[ The coffee cream liqueur product itself has proven to be an enormous success within Turkey, and Canada has become one of the very first export destinations for this fabu- lous product. This special cream liqueur blends the famous natural traditional Turk- ish coffee with soft, textured, velvety cream liqueur. It has an irresistible warm coffee aroma, and the smooth, rich, luscious cream is a joy to savour alongside coffee, with dessert, or all on its own. Cream Liqueur
Size
Price
Hare Turkish Coffee Cream Liqueur
500 ml $ 19.80 (6 per case)
Licensee $ 18.09
Listing
CSPC
Spec
678482
*Gold MedaliSan Francisco World Spirits Competition 2009
YENI RAKI #-+ j2410170%'& Z4#--'' k +5 # 010-sweet, anise flavoured spirit popularly consumed in Turkey as an aperitif, It is traditionally produced by twice-distilling either pure suma, or suma that has been mixed with ethanol in traditional copper alembics of 5000 litres, and subsequently flavoured with aniseed. It is similar to several kinds of alcoholic beverages available around the Mediterranean, Middle East and Colombia, including pastis, ouzo, sambuca, arak, anise castellano and aguardiente. In Turkey, raki is the unofficial national drink, and is traditionally consumed either sec, with chilled water on the side, or partly mixed with chilled water. The subsequent dilution causes Raki to turn a milky-white colour, a phenomenon that has resulted in the drink being popularly referred to as aslan sütü, .+6'4#..; /'#0+0) Z +10 5 +.- X 9*+%*X 61)'6*'4 9+6* 6*' 75#)' 1( 6*' 914& Z#5.#0 #5 # 74-+5* /'6#2*14 (14 # 56410)X %174#)'175 /#0X )+8'5 6*' 6'4/ # /'#0+0) %.15' 61 Z6*' /+.- 1( 6*' $4#8' T Raki is commonly consumed alongside mezzeia selection of hot and cold appetizers, and is especially popular alongside seafood, together with fresh arugula, white cheese and melon. It is an equally popular complement to various red meat dishes like kebabs. Yeni Raki is produced by Mey Alcoholic Beverages, and is the highest regarded and most popular brand in Turkey, well known for its very high quality and smooth, rounded flavour. Anise Liqueur
Size
Price
Yeni Raki Anise Liqueur
350 ml
$ 17.90
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
$ 16.36
S
269241
$ 27.32
Spec
487975
*Double Gold Medal Winner iSan Francisco World Spirits Competition 2005 700 ml $ 29.90 (6 per case)
52
BEER BELGIUM
PALM BREWERIES Family brewed since 1747, Palm Breweries is the leading brewery of Belgian special beers. Palm Breweries is unique because four fermentation processes are joined in one brewery group: bottom fermentation, top fermentation, mixed fermentation and spontaneous fermentation. For years, Palm Brewer-足 +'5 *#5 %#44+'& 6*' (#/175 '.)+#0 *145' +0 +65 .1)1X 6*' .+8+0) 5;/$1. 1( #7g thentic Belgian rural culture, strength, and roots. Beer
Size
Palm Export
6 x 330 ml $ 14.99 (4 per case)
$ 13.70
Spec
828509
330 ml $ 3.99 (24 per case)
$ 3.65
Spec
342154
*Warm, full flavour., combined with subtle herbs. Boon Geuze
375 ml
$ 4.99
$ 4.56
Spec
126458
375 ml $ 4.99 (12 per case)
$ 4.56
Spec
044842
*Fresh cherries added at secondary fermentation. Boon Framboise
375 ml
$ 5.03
Spec
069005
*The #1 selling specialty beer in Belgium. Steenbrugge Blond
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
*Spontaneous fermentation. Two years in oak casks. (12 per case) Boon Kriek
$ 5.50
*Fresh raspberries added at secondary fermentation. (12 per case)
UNITED STATES
ANCHOR BREWING #0 4#0%+5%1 5 (#/175 0%*14 6'#/X 6*' %.#55+% 1( /'4+%#0 $4'9+0) 64#&+6+10 since 1896, is virtually handmade, with an exceptional respect for the ancient art of brewing. The deep amber color, thick creamy head, and rich flavour all testify to its traditional brewing methods. Anchor Steam is unique, for its brewing process has evolved over many decades and is like no other in the world. *' Z56'#/ 4'('4'0%' %1/'5 (41/ 6*' (#%6 6*#6 6*' $4'9'4; 56#46'& 9+6* 01 9#; 61 chill the boiling wort, so they pumped it to large open-足top bins on the roof for it to be chilled by the cool air blowing in off the Pacific Ocean. Thus while brewing, the brew-足 ery had a distinct cloud of steam around the roof let off by the wort as it cooled. Anchor Brewing continues this tradition with the other fine beers that it produces, each one a distinctive, premium, hand-足crafted beer of the finest quality. Beer
Size
Anchor Steam
6 x 355 ml $ 13.49 (4 per case)
$ 12.33
S
576009
6 x 355 ml $ 13.49 (4 per case)
$ 12.33
Spec
866210
6 x 355 ml $ 13.49 (4 per case)
$ 12.33
Spec
101915
r 0' 1( 146* /'4+%# 5 (+0'56 2146'45T Anchor Summer Beer
6 x 355 ml
$ 12.78
S
128041
r #0 4#0%+5%1 5 +%10+%X (7.. (.#8174'& .#)'4T Anchor Liberty Ale
*The essential citrusy summertime ale. Anchor Porter
Price
$ 13.99
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
*Seasonal light, crisp summer beer, with wheat malt. (4 per case) 53
BEER GERMANY
KULMBACHER The Kulmbacher Brewery Corporation was founded in 1895. In the EMIN5X +6 5'6 176 52'%+(+%#..; 61 /#-' 6*' 914.& 5 $+))'56 ':2146 $''4T Naturally, it would be done according to the Bavarian Purity Law, using nothing but barley malt, yeast, hops and water. The results impressed even the high expectations of its own consumers, as German beer consumers picked Kulmbacher as the best Pilsner in Germany. Kulmbacher is the only brewery in Germany that displays a coat of arms of a city in its trademarks. This was approved by Kulmbach city council in 1926. This city at the center of the country, not far from the western border of old Bohemia, is at the heart of Bavarian brew- ing. It is here where the best balance between the malty and hoppy elements of a classic Pils is achieved. Beer
Size
Kulmbacher Export
500 ml $ 2.99 (20 per case)
*A classic Bavarian pilsner.
Price
Licensee $ 2.73
Listing S
CSPC 402768
ITALY
BIRRA MENABREA The historic Menabrea brewery h the oldest in Italy h was built in 1846 in the town of Biella at the foot of the Italian Alps. Still run by the founding family, it is now the country's only fully Italian-owned brewery. Menabrea 1846 is still brewed in the original building, which boasts an extensive network of under- ground cellars where the beer is fermented and aged. Menabrea 1846 is a premium prestige lager beer. Additive free, it is the only Italian lager still brewed by bottom fermentation, # %1/2.'6'.; 0#674#. Z5.19 ('4g /'06#6+10 241%'55 75+0) 524+0) 9#6'4 (41/ 6*' .25 #0& $4'9'& with malt, maize, hops and yeast. Unlike mass produced beer, no water is later added to standardize the alcohol content. The results are a testament to eight genera- tions of brewing expertise by the Menabrea family - a full bodied beer with a light colour and optimum flavour.
Menabrea 1846 has won numerous international awards, the first being the Gold Medal Award at the London International Exhibition in 1925, and the most recent being the top prize for two years running at the Chicago International Beer Championships in 1997, 1998, and then again in 2000. Beer Menabrea Beer
Size 6 x 330 ml
Price
Licensee
$ 13.99
$ 12.78
Listing Super Spec
CSPC 609529
r +'&/106 5 /7.6+-award winning premium lager . (4 per case)
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BEER TURKEY
EFES The Efes brand, synonymous with Turkey since 1969, has enjoyed a unique history. Beer production in Turkey did not begin until 1890, when a brewery was founded in Istanbul by two Swiss entrepreneurs. This brewery was later nationalized, and for a time, Tekel, a state enterprise, was the only beer producer in Turkey. In 1969, a change in the regulations opened the market to private enterprise, allowing the Efes company to establish its first two breweries in the cities of Istanbul and Izmir. Today, Efes controls approximately 85% of the domestic beer market in Turkey. With the exception of Tuborg, which started producing beer in Turkey the same year that Efes began, other foreign brandsiso successful elsewhereihave made little progress in Turkey. It is a testament to the reverence that the local population has for its home brand. Efes has rode its domestic popularity to the international market with great suc- cess, particularly in Eastern Europe. With its iconic bottle packaging and fresh, crisp, clean taste, it has found its following with beer lovers all over the world. Beer Efes Pilsener (Bottle)
Size 6 x 330 ml (4 per case)
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
$ 11.40
$ 10.42
S
299495
*Favourite Import LageriCanada Cup of Beer 2006 & 2008 r '12.' 5 *1+%' 9#4&iCalgary Beer Festival 2006 Efes Pilsener (Tall Can)
500 ml (24 per case)
$ 2.20
$ 2.01
Spec
047829
Efes Dark (Bottle)
6 x 330 ml
$ 11.40
$ 10.42
Spec
075705
*Gold MedaliMonde Selection Brussels 1998 (4 per case) *Silver Medal and Best ImportiCalgary Beer Festival 2007
THAILAND
THAI BEV *#0) ''4 *#5 %#2674'& 6*' +/#)+0#6+10 1( 6*' *#+ 2'12.' &7' 61 6*' $4#0& 5 commitment to quality, harmony, balance and complete authenticity. Within four ;'#45 1( +65 .#70%* +0 EMMIX *#0) $'%#/' *#+.#0& 5 07/$'4 E 5'..+0) $''4T 1g day, its share in the domestic Thailand market sits at 50%. The brand has rode this domestic success into the international market, where it has truly become an iconic brand. Recently, Chang Beer was awarded the Gold Medallion at the Inter- national Beer Competition in Australia. *' 914& Z%*#0) 64#05.#6'5 #5 Z'.'2*#06 - an animal that has played a major part +0 *#+.#0& 5 4+%* *+5614;T 6 +5 4'8'4'& +0 4'.+)+10 #0& #/10) 41;#.6; #0& *#5 *'.2'& %7.6+8#6' 6*' .#0& 6*#6 019 241&7%'5 *#0) 5 70+37' (.#8174T Chang is produced in three state-of-the-art breweries employing the very latest technology to ensure that consumers are getting the highest quality product avail- Beer Chang Beer
Size 6 x 330 ml
Price
Licensee
Listing
CSPC
$ 11.80
$ 10.78
Super Spec
862813
r *#+.#0& 5 #1 selling beer and a truly global brand. (4 per case) 55
Italian Wine Facts Total Regions ~ 20 Total Wine Production ~ 51 million hectoliters Red Wine Production ~ 70% White Wine Production ~ 30% Wine & Grape Varietals ~ approx. 2000
Classifications IGT ~ Indicazione Geografica Tipica ~ Wines made with approved grape varietals typical of region and/or appellation
DOC ~ Denominazione Origine Controllata ~
Wines made from specific grape varietals grown in defined areas according to set production methods
DOCG ~ Denominazione Origine Controllata Garantita ~
Wines made from specific grape varietals grown in defined areas according to set production methods meeting commission standards
Regions & Varietal Stereotypes Region
Acres
Friuli
45 840
Trentino-Alto Adige 33 780
Red Varietals
White Varietals
60% White
Cab Franc, Merlot, Refosco
Pinot Grigio, Tocai, Sauv Blanc
60% Red
Pinot Nero, Merlot Cab Sauv, Teroldego
Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Gewurztraminer, Sauv Blanc
Veneto
190 000 60% White
Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara (Vallpolicella, Amarone, Bardolino)
Prosecco, Garganega, Trebbiano (Soave), Pinot Grigio
Lombardy
66 000
60% Red
Nebbiolo, Pinot Nero, Bonarda
Moscato, Pinot Bianco
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1 600
75% Red
Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Petit Rouge
Chardonnay, Moscato, Petit Arvine
Piedmont
145 795 65% Red
Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto
Moscato, Cortese, Chardonnay
Liguria
13 600
Ormeasco
Vermentino, Pigato, (Cinque Terre)
Emilia-Romagna
153 922 75% Red
Sangiovese, Lambrusco Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Sauv Blanc, Chardonnay, Albana
Tuscany
210 040 80% Red
Sangiovese, Cab Sauv, Merlot (Chianti, Brunello)
Trebbiano, Malvasia, Chardonnay Pinot Grigio
Umbria
40 772 60% White
Sangiovese, Cab Sauv, Merlot (Torgiano, Montefalco Sagrantino)
Trebiano, Malvasia, Grechetto (Orvieto)
The Marches
61 530 70% White
Montepulciano, Sangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon
Verdicchio, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
Latium
95 700 95% White
Merlot, Sangiovese, Montepulciano
Malvasia, Trebbiano (Frascati)
Abruzzo
82 286 65% Red
Montepulciano, Sangiovese
Trebbiano
Molise
22 240 75% Red
Aglianico, Montepulciano, Sangiovese, Tintilia
Greco, Falanghina
Campania
111 200 55% White
Aglianico, Piedirosso, (Lacryma Christi)
Greco Di Tufo, Fiano, Falanghina (Lacryma Christi)
Apulia
326 180 55% Red
Primitivo, Negromaro Malvasia Nero
Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco Malvasia
Sardinia
107 070 60% White
Monica, Connonau, Carignano Giro
Vermentino, Malvasia, Nuragus Moscato
Basilicata
39 540 90% Red
Aglianico, Sangiovese, Montepulciano
Moscato, Malvasia
Calabria
78 085 90% Red
Gaglioppo, Greco Nero, Magliocco, (Ciro)
Greco, Mantonico
Sicily
346 000 90% White
1HUR '¡$YROD 6\UDK Cab Sauv, Merlot
Insolia, Catarratto, Moscato, Malvasia, Chardonnay, Grillo
80% White
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