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Fujioka’s has always had a reputation for selecting the best wines at the best prices. The Fujioka’s Team really thought long and hard in choosing wines from all over the world that could be potential great gifts or to add to any wine enthusiast’s collection. From great sparkling wines from Italy to unexpected gems from South Africa, we hope you enjoy these wines as much as we have. With selections that match the newcomer to the most demanding, we have the wine that fits your needs. You will not find a better collection of wines, and we hope these wines entice you to broaden your wine portfolio. We have done our homework, now come and experience the fruits of our labor! Let our expert staff find the right bottle for a gift, party, meal, or just to enjoy. Happy Holidays!
Cheers from Jason and the Gang at Fujioka’s
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2012 Emeritus Russian River Pinot Noir $34.99
The 2012 vintage provided a rare occasion in California to make a wine elegant in style, more delicate, more fragrant and more feminine in nature than usual. This is a joyful wine that retains its freshness yet remains reserved. It is lively with vibrant acidity that carries red fruit aromas of strawberry and raspberry. This is a very special vintage for us—the year dry farming finally fulfilled its promise.
Red • CA
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2013 Maestracci Corse Calvi Rouge Clos Reginu $17.99
Welcome! You’ve just stepped “outside the box.” This is a fabulous blend from the Calvi appellation on the island of Corsica, and what a value. This wine is sustainably farmed and unfiltered, and is a quintessential Mediterranean food wine. Especially at this stellar price, it’s just… well… soooooo good. Marjoram and rosemary, rose hip with wild plum and cherry mingle on a subtly tart and piquant yet persistently luscious not to mention delightfully buoyant palate, leading to a finish that clings with resinous and cyanic but also juicy persistence.
Red • FR
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2011 Domaine de la Tour du Bon Bandol Rouge $36.99
For years, Americans have been discovering the excellent foodfriendly wines of the Cotes du Rhone, but farther to the south in Provence lies a gem called Bandol. A beautiful oasis on the Mediterranean, Bandol is nestled beneath the mountains to the north and produces some of the most interesting, dark, meaty Southern French blends. Like all Bandol Rouge, the major grape in this wine is Mourvedre, but winemaker and proprietress, Agnés Henry blends in Grenache to counter the Mourvedre spice with highertoned kirsch notes, Carignan for freshness, and Cinsault to bind it all together harmoniously. Certified organic.
Red • FR
#26 TOP 100 2014 Hallberg Ranch
93
points wine spectator
90
points wine advocate
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90
points wine advocate
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92
points wine spectator
2012 Asylum Zinfandely $15.99
We have grown accustomed to a “monster” style Zin from the Lodi appellation, but despite the wild, unrestrained tone of its title, Asylum delivers a finesse that we found very pleasant and frankly quite unexpected. The wine is overflowing with notes of blackberry and strawberry. Dense berry flavors dominate the palate with undertones of toasted coconut and vanilla. Zinfandel (92%) and Barbera impart intense black fruit notes. Carmenere and Petite Sirah compliment the fruit while enhancing the underlying tannin structure.
White • CA
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2013 C&P Breton Bourgueil Trinch $23.99
Catherine and Pierre Breton’s “Trinch!” Bourgueil is a prime example of how plainly delicious and gulpable French Cabernet Franc can be. “Trinch” is named after a German expression meaning “cheers” championed by the poet and philosopher Rabelais. Trinch is a Cabernet Franc from younger vines vinified in stainless steel with a cold maceration, and is bottled in the spring following harvest. It is made for early consumption and has very accessible fruit, soft tannins and low alcohol. The wines of Breton are certified organic & biodynamic.
Red • FR
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Fujioka’s has always had a reputation for selecting the best wines at the best prices. We have a collection of well-known and artisan brand wines
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from around the world that are selected based on quality for the price.
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2011 Mt. Veeder Napa Cabernet $34.99
Dark cherry and berry pie combine with hints of rosemary and bay, perfectly complementing complex notes of allspice and vanilla. A smooth, seamlessly integrated palate with rich structure and mountain personality. Notes of cassis and chocolate on the nose.
Red • CA
2012 Ravenswood Besieged Red Blend $14.99
Dark, rich, and full flavors ignite your senses with blackberry, black cherry, and plum. Smooth on the palate with bold fruit flavors.
Red • CA
2011 Saved Red Wine $21.99
Grapes chosen that would deliver rich ripe and full flavor. Individual parcels were selected from the best regions then blended separately to maintain unique fruit characteristics. Aged in 30% new French oak for 16 months prior to blending. Robust and powerful flavors with a big personality and a generous finish.
Red • CA
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2012 Peirano Immortal Old Vine Zinfandel $11.99
The deceptively subtle aromas of this wine combine red and black cherry, mineral, earthy rhubarb and red fruit, with slightly spicy characters. In the mouth, the palate is wrapped in a velvety layered mix of sweet red cherry, strawberry, cocoa
Red • CA
2011 Peirano The Unknown Red Blend ( 70% Syrah, 20% Petite Sirah, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Viognier) $11.99
As you begin your journey into “The Unknown”, delight in the aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, black licorice & spice. As you journey further, to that first sip, savor the lush, well rounded, full mouth filling flavors of plums, currants, figs and black raspberries.
Red • CA
2012 Venge Scout’s Honor Red $26.99
A wine that I love, and a super bargain, is their Scout’s Honor. A blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, and Petite Sirah, with a small amount of Charbono thrown in, this is one heck of a seductive wine that continues to be the kind of wine you wish more California wineries would make. Deep bluish/plum/ purple, with an explosively aromatic nose of sweet roasted herbs and black and red cherries intermixed with blackberry, licorice, pepper, and floral notes, this wine has loads of fruit, an opulent, voluptuous mouth-feel, superb purity and texture, and a fullbodied finish.
Red • CA
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2012 Venge Silencieux Cabernet Sauvignon $43.99
2012 was an epic vintage for Cabernet Sauvignon with blockbuster results not to be missed. This wine opens with scents of sweet cassis, aromatic anise, blackberries and coffee that lead to a concentrated, full-bodied and powerful wine that showcases great length on the palate. Approachable upon release, and cellar worthy in proper aging conditions, fans will love this wine for its fruit concentration and complex structure. Best now through 2024.
Red • CA
95
points wine advocate
2011 Bonny Doon Contra Old Vines Red Blend $12.99
Contra gets its name from the Contra Costa County where the old vines Carignane, which make up more than half of this wine are sourced from. Grenache, Mourvedre, Petite Syrah, Zinfandel and Syrah make up the remainder of this wine. This low alcohol beauty has opulent spicy fruit and easy to sip on any occasion.
Red • CA
2012 Orin Swift Abstract (Grenache, Petite Syrah, Syrah) $26.99 Inky blue-purple in complexion, the wine bursts with a perfume of dark fruit, sage, acacia flowers, kirsch, and a hint of California chaparral. Voluptuous in texture, the wine is remarkably fresh on the palate with ripe blackberry, mulberry, roasted plum, black tea, and bitter chocolate. A sweet and soft tannin profile rounds out the finish, which lingers elegantly.
Red • CA
92
points wine spectator
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2012 Orin Swift Palermo Carbernet Sauvignon $33.99
A voluminous complexion of deep garnet and cardinal can be seen in the glass profile. Profoundly aromatic, the nose is treated to a decadent perfume of currant, roasted espresso, spring flowers, and toasty oak. Supple and rich in the mouth, intense flavors of wild berry fruit, plum, roasted fig, and cacao are in perfect alignment. The length is fleshy and bright with a polished tannin sequence that will last for years.
2011 Cade Napa Cabernet Sauvignon $52.99
The 2011 vintage, despite being later and cooler than usual, produced wines with great color, intensity, and balanced mature tannins. The wine has aromas of cherry, raspberry, dried sage, vanilla extract, and brambles. The density and weight in the palate is thick and velvety. The tannins are elegant, smooth, and rich.
Red • CA
2013 Lola North Coast Pinot Noir $18.99
Lola is a beautiful coastal Pinot Noir with superior texture and a rich, layered mouth feel. Bright garnet in color with aromas of cola, blackberries, cherries, and sweet vanilla cedar note, the many layers find focus on the palette while the supple tannins carry the wine through to a soft, balanced lingering finish.
Red • CA
Red • CA
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2012 Rubus Cabernet Sauvignon $23.99
Rubus is a true representation of quality for the consumer at an excellent price. Master Sommelier Fran Kysela continues to source exceptional wines for the Rubus brand. The 2012 Rubus Cabernet displays a long finish with polished tannins and full mature flavors of blackberry, currant and chocolate with just a hint of toasty oak and black cherry.
2012 Martin Ray Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon $23.99
This Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from some of the most sought-after regions in the Napa Valley. It has a range of mosaic aromas from dark fruits like maraschino cherries and plum jam to spices implicative of subtle rosemary, sage and lavender with undertones of oaky toffee and graphite.
2012 Hahn SLH Pinot Noir $19.99
This Pinot Noir offers soft tannins, delicious plum and cherry aromas and flavors, a hint of allspice and an underpinning of the earth itself. Without a doubt, its defining feature is its irresistibly silky, velvety texture.
Red • CA
Red • CA
Red • CA
91
points wine enthusiast
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2012 Ancient Peaks Merlot $15.99
Truly excellent Merlot (outside Bordeaux) is a rarity, and that’s what we have with this wonderful offering from Ancient Peaks. This is truly one of the best Merlots we’ve tasted in a while – especially at this price! The vines are planted on ancient sea bed soils and combine with a long growing season to yield a Merlot with silky dark fruit flavors and a luscious texture. “Ancient Peaks is quickly becoming one of our favorite consistent producers of affordable wines with lots of personality, sourced from the Margarita Vineyard, just 14 miles from the Pacific Ocean.” — MaryAnn Worobiec, The Wine Spectator
2013 Cade Sauvignon Blanc $25.99
2012 Stolpman Roussanne $21.99
White • CA
A beautiful follow up to the 2012 vintage, our 2013 Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley has a nose that is filled with aromas of honeydew melon, white peaches, white flowers, grapefruit, lemon meringue, and green apple. There is great viscosity and weight in the palate followed by a vibrant acidity on the finish that gives the wine a juicy mouth-watering presence. The wine has flavors of grapefruit, orange zest, cucumber, hazelnut, and a mineral/flinty edge.
The 2011 vintage provided a rare occasion in California to make a wine elegant in style, more delicate, more fragrant and more feminine in nature than usual. This is a joyful wine that retains its freshness yet remains reserved. It is lively with vibrant acidity that carries red fruit aromas of strawberry and raspberry. This is a very special vintage for us—the year dry farming finally fulfilled its promise.
White• CA
Red • CA
88
points wine spectator
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2012 Hess Collection Chardonnay $16.99
The Hess Su’skol Vineyard is located towards the southern end of Napa Valley; where cool breezes from San Pablo Bay help create a crisper and more foodfriendly style of Chardonnay. This Napa Valley Chardonnay is a brilliant bright straw color. Floral aromas of honeysuckle, white peach, mandarin orange, and a touch of papaya are joined by scents of vanilla and warm bread. To finish, a light, lingering kiss of caramel beckons for the next sip.
White • CA
2013 Emmolo Sauvignon Blanc $19.99 Another home run from the Wagner Family of Wines! The wines of Emmolo are made by Chuck Wagner’s daughter Jenny, and she has done an excellent job of creating a Sauvignon Blanc with body, character, and grace. Light and soft-bodied, the 2013 vintage offers a firm acidity balanced with a stark, steely flavor. Aromas are fresh and clean, evoking the scent of early morning after a first rain, with a hint of honeysuckle and underlying notes of tangerine and wet stone. The wine enters the palate with a crisp yet soft quality, flowing into flavors of flower blossom and ending with a mouthwatering finish of freshsqueezed grapefruit. A long-lasting, zesty minerality leaves the sensation of both subtlety and brightness.
2013 Bonny Doon Vine Gris de Cigare Rose $14.99
Randall Graham, California’s Rhone Ranger is at it again making this delicious rose in a true Mediterranean style. This elegant and refreshing Vin Gris made of 6 varietals (Both red and White grapes) is perfect for warm days, seafood and Provecal style dishes.
Rose • CA
White • CA
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J Winery Pear Liqueur $47.99
Made from locally grown distilled Bartlett Pears then aged for 10 years in French oak barrels. Apple pie, caramel, butterscotch, orange blossom and vanilla outline the soft plush palate of this fruit forward easy drinking spirit. The low alcohol of this liqueur makes it appealing to drink on its own, over ice cream or even try putting a splash in your bubbly for Sunday brunch. Only 2000 cases produced made once and never to be made again, this will be sold by the end of 2014.
Gruet Blanc de Noirs $15.99
The rich and toasty character of our Blanc de Noirs is balanced and superb. Aged for two-year minimum, the palate is developed and shows rich complex flavors. 90 Points and Top 100 Wine Spectator.
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NV Gruet Rose | New Mexico $15.99
On the palate, it is rich and fruity in a dry, brut style. The flavor of berries continues on the palate, revealing more strawberry, raspberry, cherry. This sparkler is lots of fun and very festive, but production is limited to 5000 cases per year, so don’t miss out!
Rose • NM
Cordial • CA
90
points wine spectator
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2013 Elouan Pinot Noir $19.99
Drawing on the successful philosophy of their ultra-successful “Meiomi” Pinot Noir from California, the Wagner Family (of Caymus fame) recently released Elouan blending premium grapes from Oregon’s Willamette, Umpqua, and Rogue Valleys. The result is a complex wine with intense structure and vibrant acidity. While it maintains some of the richness of its “big sister” Meiomi, this offering from Oregon delivers a wine of finesse and elegance.
2013 Route Stock Route 99W Pinot Noir $17.99
2012 Mouton Noir OPP Pinot Noir $19.99
Red • OR
Red • OR
The nose shows aromas of clove, caramel, cocoa and sandalwood that mingle with the savory notes of thyme, lilac and paprika. The mouth is bright with fresh strawberry, raspberry, hints of vanilla and cherry cola. The mid-palate is soft while the finish is long and lively with juicy acidity. ~ Luisa Ponzi, Winemaker
You down with OPP? ...yeah you know me!! Classic Oregon Pinot—earmark Willamette Valley. It is accessible; a great value; and stays true to vineyards from which it was born. Earthy, spicy, floral, herbframed flavors of cherry with gingery wood spice tones.
Red • OR
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2012 Mouton Noir Knock on Wood Unoaked Chardonnay $17.99
100% Chardonnay, all stainless-steel and no malolactic fermentation. Procured from hillside vineyards in Yamhill-Carlton AVA, reminiscent of the grand crus of Burgundy’s Cote d’Or. It benefited from a very long and cold fermentation - almost two months - resulting in a lean and mean wine with perfume of honeydew melon and pear surfing huge waves of minerals, bringing a nice tide of racy starfruit to the finish.
White • OR
2011 Amavi Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon $23.99
100% Estate fruit that is sustainably farmed. “Brambly raspberry, a whiff of mint, plenty of cassis and a dusting of spice all combine in a well-structured wine ready for the table.” The aromatics of this wine immediately greet you with earthy scents of dusty brambles and dried mint that combine elegantly with notes of bright fruit. This carries over to the palate in a lively combination of black cherries, raspberries, currants, and fig weaved harmoniously with exotic spices. The 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon boasts complex structure and an acute balance between fruit and acid.— Jean-Francois Pellet, Winemaker
There are nearly 3,000
commercial vineyards in the United States, and at least one winery in each of the 50 states. More than 90% of the total American wine production occurs in the states of California, Washington and Oregon.
Red • WA
92
points wine spectator
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Locations F (Grenache, Syrah, & assorted Bordeaux varietals) $17.99
French red wine sourced from some of the finest locations throughout France. Grenache from the Roussillon, Syrah from the Rhone, and assorted Bordeaux varietals have been sensibly blended in an original style that showcases the best of what this historic land has to offer.
2011 Chateau des Jacques Moulin-a-Vent $21.99
Intense aromas of ripe red fruit intermingled with irises, roses and hints of spice. Surprising depth and muscularity on the palate, with dry, fleshy tannins and a firm acidic crispness to the finish. Classic match for spring lamb.
Red • FR
Red • FR
2011 Shatter Grenache $20.99
Extracted aromas of crushed cherry and spring rhubarb pie are delicately framed by seasoned French oak. The entry is vibrant and powerful, which leads to luscious flavors of wild strawberry that perfectly rounds out the mid-palate. Ripe blackberry and blueberry notes coalesce to form an intense lasting finish.
Red • FR
91
points wine advocate
91
points tasting panel
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2010 Domaine de Fontsainte Rouge $14.99
ike all of the wines from Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, the old-vine Carignan, Grenache, and Syrah at Domaine Fontsainte are all sustainably farmed and impeccably hand-made. Bruno Laboucarié and Kermit Lynch have enjoyed a 30-year business relationship, a long history for today’s standards – but the history of the domaine dates back to the Romans as far back as 25 A.D. Laboucarié’s family has been farming these limestone-rich vineyards since the 17th Century! This food-friendly wine is a wonderfully fragrant blend with notes of sweet berry fruit, licorice, pepper and roasted Provencal herbs. In a word – delicious!
Red • FR
89
points wine spectator
2010 Jaboulet Cotes du Rhone “Parallèle 45” $12.99
“P45” competes headto-head with wines from France, Italy, Spain and the new world and justifies its reputation as France’s greatest value red wine year after year. The Jaboulet’s named their Côtes du Rhône in the early 1950’s and the name has been synonymous with quality and value ever since. This Côtes du Rhône takes its name from the 45th north parallel which runs two kilometres from their cellars. It is a fresh, medium bodied red driven by notes of black fruit and exotic spices with a rounded and delicate mouthfeel.
2012 Domaine la Garrigue “Cuvée Romaine” Cotes du Rhone (65% Grenache, 25% Mourvedre, 10% Syrah) $18.99
Domaine La Garrigue takes its name from the wild herb de Provence and ground cover of Provence called Garrigue, a familiar scent often captured in their bottlings. The estate’s excellent Cotes du Rhone, labeled “Cuvee Romaine” is named after the myriad of Roman artifacts that were excavated by archeologists on the property in the late 1970’s and the early 1980’s. The Cuvee Romaine boasts a dense purple color along with a bouquet of kirsch liqueur, licorice, and lavender. Full-bodied with stunning depth and richness as well as a long finish. The vineyards are the oldest vineyards of the estate, declassified Vacqueyras. Age of Vines: 60-90 years old.
Red • FR
Red • FR
91
points wine advocate
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2013 Novellum Chardonnay $13.99
Novellum is an everyday priced wine to enjoy with friends, at the beach or with your favorite Asian cuisine. Un-oaked so it actually tastes like your drinking a wine and aged on the lees of Viognier to add a delicate floral note
White • FR
2013 Domaine de L’Hortus La Bergerie Blanc (Sauvignon Blanc, Roussanne) $16.99
From southern France, Jean Orliac’s La Bergerie Blanc usually blends a multitude of varietals, but in this sake keeps it simple with a floral bouquet and viscous, almost oily, mouth feel of Roussanne and a delicate grass and gooseberry aroma of Sauvignon Blanc that also lends a great amount of acidity and minerality. Fantastic as an afternoon aperitif, or with simply prepared shellfish.
White • FR
2012 Domaine St. Nicolas “Les Clous” (60% Chenin Blanc, 20% Chardonnay, 20% Grolleau Gris) $22.99
Thierry Michon’s vineyards are literally a stone’s throw away from the Atlantic Ocean and that salinity is most definitely prevalent in his wines. All organic and bio-dynamic, Thierry’s “Les Clous” is a white to savor by itself and enjoy the subtleties that Chenin Blanc & Grolleau Gris have to offer, or to pair along side freshly shucked oysters. Pour a little wine into your oyster and that’s the perfect condiment!
White • FR
91
points wine spectator
92
points wine advocate
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2011 Jean Marc Brocard Vieilles Vignes Sainte Claire Chablis $26.99
Jean Marc Brocard produces Chardonnay from some of Chablis’ top premier cru and grand cru vineyards. Organic and biodynamic farming show that Brocard practices modern methods of winemaking while still maintaining old world traditions. This perfect representation of old world Chardonnay offers tangy citrus zest with chalky mineralilty. With a crisp and full palate this wine is premier cru quality at a third of the price.
White • FR
Old World wine
primarily to wine
made in Europe but can also include other regions of the Mediterranean basin with long histories of winemaking such as North Africa and the Near East. The phrase is often used in contrast to “New World wine” which refers primarily to wines from New World wine regions such as the United States, Australia, South America and South Africa. The term “Old World wine” does not refer to a homogeneous style with “Old World wine regions” like Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Romania and Spain each making vastly different styles of wine even within their own borders. Rather, the term is used to describe general differences in viticulture and winemaking philosophies between the Old World regions where tradition and the role of terroir lead versus the New World where science and the role of the winemaker are more often emphasized. In recent times, the globalization of wine and advent of flying winemakers have lessened the distinction between the two terms with winemakers in one region being able to produce wines that can display the traits of the other region—i.e. an “Old World style” wine being produced in a New World wine region like California or Chile and vice versa!
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NV Grandin Sparkling Brut Rose $14.99
Founded in 1886 Grandin still produces all of their sparkling wines in Methode Traditionnelle. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley of France this beautiful sparkling wine leads with a nice fruity nose and finishes with a terroir driven complexity. At a fraction of the cost of Champagne this bubbly is quite a bargain.
Rose • FR
2013 “My Essential” Rose by Richard Betts, M.S. $12.99
If you haven’t picked up a copy of Master Sommelier Richard Betts’ “The Essential Scratch and Sniff Guide to Becoming a Wine Expert,” you should. This gorgeous rose is something of a compliment to his book, and he also made a red and white wine on top of his budding Bordeaux, Tequila, & Mezcal business. This is THE perfect wine for refreshment on hot Hawaiian evenings. Betts went straight to Provence for his grapes because… they’re the best. The result is a pale pink wine with notes of red fruits and flowers, yet is crisp, dry, and ultra-refreshing. One glass invites another, a wine that can very quickly become a bottle for one.
2012 Domaine St. Nicolas “Reflets” Rosé (50% Pinot Noir, 30% Negrette, 20% Grolleau Gris $20.99
Thierry Michon’s vineyards are literally a stone’s throw away from the Atlantic Ocean and that salinity is most definitely prevalent in his wines. Thierry’s Rosé is a gem! Clean and precise, with notes of red currant, pomegranate, white flowers and little spice. Minerality accents the palate, and should be enjoyed in Hawaii year-round with our amazing weather, simple seafood dishes, and a mix of our Asian-influenced cuisine.
Rose• FR
Rose • FR
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NV Trouillard Brut $32.99
This wine has an aroma that jumps out of the glass and is very inviting. On the nose there are seductive scents of warm almond croissant and honey, lightened by some floral notes. Crisp and refreshing in the mouth and lively with a very refined fruitiness with a touch of smokiness.
Sparkling • FR
92
points wine spectator
2009 Jean Francois Merieau “Bulles” (80% Chenin Blanc, 20% Sauvignon Blanc) $20.99
A Champagne quality sparkling without the Champagne price. This sparkling wine from the Loire Valley has been aged for 20 months on the lees before release to give you those pleasant nutty, yeasty and toasted brioche aromas we all associate with vintage Champagne.
Yacht Club Vodka $23.99
Hand polished mahogany bottle adorned with chrome illicit the ambiance of the French Riviera. Using reverse osmosis and charcoal filtration to create a light, crisp tasting, glutenfree vodka, with a hint of Elderflower at the finish. Perfect on the rocks or in your favorite cocktail.
Vodka • FR
Sparkling • FR
92 points iwc
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Locations I (Negroamaro, Nero d’Avola, Barbera, & native varietals of Puglia) $17.99 Beginning in the south near the townships of Torricella and Manduria in Puglia, we finished up north at Alba in Piemonte. Diverse components were meticulously assembled that represent the finest from each region. The result is a vibrant wine that captures the spirit of Italy with a touch of new world bravado.
Red • IT
90
points wine advocate
2009 Poggio al Tesoro Sondraia Bolgheri $28.99
A Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc blend, this shows immense density and richness, and it exudes bright tones of cherry, blackberry, chocolate, tar, clove and licorice. The bouquet is elegant and complex, but the smoothness of the mouthfeel is what sets this wine apart.
Red • IT
94
points wine enthusiast
2010 Aia Vecchia Sor Ugo “Super Tuscan” Bolgheri $29.99
From the land of Sassicaia comes a big, rich and powerful “Super Tuscan” at price that is hard to beat for this quality. The 2010 Bolgheri Superiore Sor Ugo delivers massive, dark concentration and an exceedingly supple mouthfeel. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon (50%), Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a small part Petit Verdot (all aged 18 months in barrique). The beautifully rich wine inches forward over the palate with heft and determination, imparting bright cherry, blackberry and spice as it moves slowly along.
Red • IT
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2009 il Fauno di Arcanum $23.99
The 2009 il Fauno di Arcanum is a very beautiful wine with a deep, brilliant black cherry color and elegant aromas of peppery spice and minerality. On the palate, the oak is discreet with a strong presence of spice and salted nutmeg. This is a balanced wine with beautiful length and bright acidity that comes together for a smooth finish of soft tannins and black pepper notes.
Red • IT
2011 Marchesi di Barolo Barbera d’Alba Ruvei $18.99
Made by one of the most respected producers in Northwest Italy, this is what Barbera tastes like when it’s treated just as importantly as the Nebbiolo wines. The vineyards were established there in the early 19th century by the Marchese Carlo Tancredi Falletti di Barolo and his wife, Giulia. The wine from their estate soon became known as “the wine from Barolo,” and remains a family winery today. It is now run by Ernesto Abbona and his wife Anna who have inherited a longstanding winemaking tradition and a love of the vineyards and its wines. Ruvei is an opulent Barbera full of cherry jam, black currant and licorice flavors. It really jumps out of the glass and is seamless and harmonious from beginning to end.
Red • IT
2009 il Cancelliere “Gioviano” Irpinia Aglianico $18.99
Probably the best representation of Aglianico on the market. Amazingly smooth and grippy at the same time. Named after a Roman emporor, Gioviano is aged up to 16 months in stainless-steel, large slavonia oak and large chestnut barrel.
Red • IT
89
points wine advocate
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2011 Tenute Rubino “Punta Aquila” Primitivo di Salento $15.99 Salento is a stones throw away from the Adriatic Sea. You get a hint of that salinity in this Primitivo and a lot of sunshine. The dark brooding fruit and milk chocolate will lure you in and coat your mouth with brandied cherries, mulberry jam, ginger and tobacco. An intense wine likes intense food. Pasta with wild boar ragu, pork stew, tripe, fire roasted beef, rich tomato sauce. This wine received award at Gambero Rosso, one of the highest regarded Italian wine festivals in the world.
Red • IT
2009 Villa “Gradoni” Curtefranca Rosso (35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc) $27.99
Classic Bordeaux varietals, done in a very classic style. 12 month aged in Barrique and another 18 months in bottle before release. Villa typically releases “Gradoni” when it’s ready to drink. The fruit is lush from the Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with aromatic hints of eucalyptus and menthol while the Cabernet Franc adds structure, acidity and hints of spice, licorice root and black pepper. “Gradoni” will hold for another decade or so, but is also very enjoyable now.
2010 Ripanuda Chianti Classico $17.99
From the heart of the Chianti Classico district is a little winery that became a project of Flavors of Italy and a couple of friends. Driven by tradition, but acquiring modern techniques, they were able to vinify a Chianti like the days of old and keep close to the price as well.
White • IT
Red • IT
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2009 Villa Franciacorta “Emozione” Brut (85% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Nero, 5% Pinot Bianco) $33.99
Hand-harvested, organic and biodynamicly farmed. Over three years of aging before release. This is a mind-blowing sparkling wine that will forever change your mind about sparkling wine from Italy. “Emozione” has elegance, structure, fruit, minerality and persistence. Enjoy simply by itself or with anything you desire.
Sparkling • IT
90+
2007 Villa Franciacorta “Extra Blu” Extra Brut (90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Nero $36.99
Over four years of aging before release. Villa’s “Extra Blu” Extra Brut dry and clean with a rich bouquet of toasted hazelnuts, breadcrumbs and elegant floral accents. The Extra Brut has a very low sugar content and high minerality which pairs ideally with fresh briny oysters, mussels and clams.
Sparkling • IT
2009 Villa Franciacorta Rosé Brut (60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Nero) $36.99
Villa’s Rosé shares the same aging process as the “Emozione”, but has a higher level of Pinot Nero which adds a lot more volume and fullness. Cherry, black currant and citrus are much more prominent here and the very low sugar content makes this sparkling rosé a great aperitif! But please enjoy with a large variety of seafoods and lighter fare.
Sparkling • IT
points wine advocate
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Locations E (Grenache, Tempranillo, Monastrell, & Carignan) $17.99 Priorat, Jumilla, Toro, Rioja, and Ribera del Duero are among the most noble growing regions on the Iberian Peninsula and purposely chosen for the second release of our Spanish red wine. Super concentrated fruit from old vines with low yields are accented with a judicious oak program for a balanced and distinctive wine.
Red • SP
2012 Suertes del Marques “7 Fuentes” (90% Listan Negra, 10% Tintilla) $23.99
Suertes del Marques comes to us from Tenerife, in the Canary Islands. The volcanic soils and landscapes of mountain ranges similar to the islands of Hawaii bring us two new varietals that most of us have probably never heard of. They may not be very popular, but they deliver great complexity and they’ve formed a wine that everyone will enjoy and appreciate. 7 Fuentes has a very flowery nose, showing violets and rose petals, a touch of spices, and red fruits: raspberries, strawberries and sour cherries. The palate shows great fruit and a tasty, almost salty, finish.
2012 Descendientes de Jose Palacios Petalos $20.99
Deep ruby. Smoky cherry and dark berry aromas are complemented by suave floral and dark chocolate nuances. Blackberry and bitter cherry flavors become sweeter with air, picking up a peppery note that adds vibrancy. Closes spicy and long, with sneaky tannins and an echo of bitter chocolate.
Red • SP
Red • SP
93
points wine advocate
92
points wine spectator
90
points wine spectator
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2011 Bodegas Jorge Ordonez Zerran $14.99
50 to 60 year old vines of Mazuelo, Garnacha and Syrah make up the this red blend from north eastern Spain. “Even more so is the 2011 Zerran, which ratchets up the level of concentration and ripe fruit. It reveals abundant kirsch, lavender, black raspberry and dusty, loamy, earthy scents intermixed with notions of spring flowers and blackberries. There is not any oak evident in this dense effort. Its completeness and overall equilibrium are impressive, and this great value should drink well for 5-6 years, possibly longer.” A well structured red that even Cab lovers will enjoy.
2012 Edgebaston The Berry Box $12.99
A medley of small berry and fruit flavors including blackcurrant, raspberry, strawberry, mulberry and blackberry combine with a hint of anise and vanilla to give a wine that is instantly gratifying in flavor while showing good structure and tannin concentration to allow for some maturation.
Red • SA
2013 Edgebaston The Pepper Pot $12.99
A wine that I love, and a super bargain, is their S and red cherries intermixed with blackberry, licorice, pepper, and floral notes, this wine has loads of fruit, an opulent, voluptuous mouth-feel, superb purity and texture, and a full-bodied finish.
Red • SA
Red • SP
92
points wine advocate
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2013 Alto Limay Pinot Noir $14.99
Consulted and imported by Paul Hobbs from the southern hemisphere comes a tantalizing Pinot Noir under $15. Aged for 3 months in French oak it has a bright strawberry, raspberry and red currant core with hints of vanilla and cocoa. Ultrafine tannins and silky texture define the soft palate of this wine.
Red • AR
2011 Vina Perez Cruz Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon $13.99
30 miles east of Santiago these vineyards are planted at approximately 1500 feet elevation.The rocky soils and elevated terroir give this wine a vibrant structured fruit expression with natural acidity and soft tannins. A perfect everyday Cab that is easy on the wallet.
Red • CL
2013 Mayu Pedro Ximenez $13.99
The 2013 Pedro Ximenez is from very old vineyards in parral style on decomposed granite, quartz-rich soils, and might well be the highest vineyard in Chile. The place has a special brightness - I’m talking about the quality of the light from the high altitude - that brings the aromas out, this is much more expressive than your average Pedro Ximenez, with aromas of white flowers, fennel and some spiciness, very dry, with high acidity thanks to the altitude as well as tension and minerality. If you like the fresh, austere style, this is a real steal. A good alternative to Sauvignon for seafood.
White • CL
91 points robert parker
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2011 Wild Oats Shiraz $11.99
In selecting a number of richly flavored parcels of grapes from our vineyards in the Central Ranges of NSW, and with quality French oak influence, the winemakers have created a sumptuous and velvety red wine with complexity and some spicy characteristics. Tastes of berries, plums, baking spices and a touch of mocha on the lasting firm finish.
Red • AU
2012 Wild Oats Chardonnay $11.99
Wild Oats Chardonnay continues the Oatley family history of fine craftsmanship. Blending a number of parcels of grapes from our vineyards in the Central Ranges of NSW, with various components undergoing a combination of tank and oak ferment the winemakers have created a terrific example of modern Australian chardonnay, where fruit and texture are the vital components, with oak playing a supporting role. Lovely pineapple and fresh fig flavors, creamy, spicy oak with a touch of vanilla and a long, textured finish.
2013 Nobilo Icon Sauvignon Blanc $18.99 Pale yellow with delicate hints of green. Lifted aromas of citrus fruit, jalapeno, and tropical fruit. Crisp, clean, and complex. Pure fruit flavors combined with juicy acidity.
White • NZ
90
points wine spectator
White • AU
90
points wine spectator
NV Chambers Rosewood Vineyards Muscat $13.99 Sourced from wines aged between six and ten years old, this wine is the foundation of the style; displaying the fresh raisin aromas, rich fruit, clean spirit and great length of flavor on the palate which are the mark of all the Muscats of Rutherglen. A Steal! This is filled with luscious, plump peach flavor, perfumed tart cherry notes with a rummy, sugarcane sweetness in the finish. Serve it with hazelnut ice cream.
Muscat• NZ
90
points wine spectator
NOTE: This is a 375mL bottle.
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Grape varieties.
Wine is usually
made from one or more varieties of the European species Vitis vinifera, such as Pinot noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gamay and Merlot. When one of these varieties is used as the predominant grape (usually defined by law as minimums of 75% to 85%), the result is a “varietal” as opposed to a “blended” wine. Blended wines are not considered inferior to varietal wines, rather they are a different style of winemaking; some of the world’s most highly regarded wines, from regions like Bordeaux and the Rhone Valley, are blended from different grape varieties. Wine can also be made from other species of grape or from
hybrids, created by the genetic crossing
of two species. V. labrusca (of which the Concord grape is a cultivar), V. aestivalis, V. ruprestris, V. rotundifolia and V. riparia are native North American grapes usually grown to eat fresh or for grape juice, jam, or jelly, and only occasionally made into wine.
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Hybridization is different from
grafting.
Most of the world’s vineyards are planted with
European V. vinifera vines that have been grafted onto North American species’ rootstock, a common practice due to their resistance to phylloxera, a root louse that eventually kills the vine. In the late 19th century, most of Europe’s vineyards (excluding some of the driest in the south) were devastated by the infestation, leading to widespread vine deaths and eventual replanting. Grafting is done in every wine-producing region in the world except in Argentina, the Canary Islands and Chile—the only places not yet exposed to the insect. In the context of wine production,
terroir is
a concept that encompasses the varieties of grapes
used, elevation and shape of the vineyard, type and chemistry of soil, climate and seasonal conditions, and the local yeast cultures. The range of possible combinations of these factors can result in great differences among wines, influencing the fermentation, finishing, and aging processes as well.
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Varietal is one of those wine words that confuses and intimidates. Don’t let it. The word describes a wine made from a single grape variety, and the varietal tells you a lot about what’s in the bottle.
Contrary to popular belief, age isn’t everything when it comes to choosing a wine. While some bottles improve with age, not all do. In fact, most of the commercially available wines you buy may even worsen if you cellar them for too long.
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