Category Archives: What’s Hot?

Sante South

Spring has sprung and again, it is time for one of the top wine events in the entire country–Sante South Wine Festival. This year we return to Highland Village for the festivities and it is sure to be a memorable … Continue reading

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Sante South, That’s What!

The arrival of spring brings the premier wine event in the state–Sante South. This year we return to Highland Village for the festivities and it is sure to be a memorable one. Over thirty winemakers from all over the world … Continue reading

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Larressingle V.S.O.P. Armagnac

Nearly everyone has sipped a Cognac at one time or another, but few brandy enthusiasts have more than a passing familiarity with Armagnac. Armagnac and Cognac are sibling regions, so to speak, and we might think of Armagnac as the … Continue reading

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Missing The Mark

Shock and disappointment came to loyal Maker’s Mark sippers last week as news broke that the distillery planned to “water down” the spirit from 90 to 84 proof in an effort to meet increasing demand. Indeed, the story seemed at … Continue reading

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What’s Hot?

Bordeaux, that’s what! Some wonderful things have been happening in the Bordeaux region of France in recent years. Since 2004, the region has enjoyed a sequence of very good vintages, culminating in the stunning 2009 and 2010 vintages. We have … Continue reading

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Great Reds Under $15

La Vielle Ferme Rouge, Cotes du Ventoux ($9.99) – A Rhone-styled wine from Provence, this is a little lighter than Cotes-du-Rhone and a good alternative to Pinot Noir.  This is perhaps the perfect red wine for parties.  87 points – … Continue reading

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Great White Wines Under $15

The Wishing Tree Unoaked Chardonnay, Adelaide, Australia 2011 (12.49) – Citrus aromas of grapefruit and kumquat accompanied by green apple dominate the nose.  Light to medium-bodied, the palate is very well balanced with expressive citrus flavors.    87 points! – Robert … Continue reading

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Rosé, that’s what!

A Rosé by Any Other Name… When we opened back in May of 2007, I decided that I was going to make 2007 the year of the rosé wine.  If I had to drag people kicking and screaming to a … Continue reading

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Our wine cellar, that’s what!

Happy Birthday to us!  We are five years old and we are celebrating by offering huge discounts on selected wines throughout our store this weekend.  Even though you can find deals in all price ranges, the real bargains are in … Continue reading

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Sante South, that’s what!

Saturday, April 14th at The South area wine lovers will again be treated to hundreds of fine wines from the world over. This is the eighth year the event has been held here after spending its first two years in … Continue reading

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