Boutique Wines

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2005
Château Léoville-Poyferré
2nd Grand Cru Classé
Saint-Julien
“Dark ruby red in color, with aromas of currant, blackberry, toasty oak and light cappuccino. Full-bodied, with ultrafine tannins and a beautiful, caressing aftertaste. Touches every part of the palate. Outstanding, but slightly disappointing after such a great showing from barrel. Best after 2009. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 18,915 cases made. –JS”
Wine Advocate: 92-95 pts
Wine Spectator: 92 ptsid 304
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2002
Clos du Marquis
2nd wine of Château Léoville Las Cases
Saint-Julien
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot
“Wonderful aromas of currants and berries with hints of flowers. Medium- to full-bodied, with a balance of tannins and fruit. Refined and pretty finish. Best after 2008.” –JS W.S.

Size: 375 ml.
Wine Spectator: 90 ptsid 343
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2004
Connetable de Talbot
2nd wine of Château Talbot
Saint-Julien
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc
Shows blackberry, with some meat and smoke character. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a chocolate, berry and light vanilla aftertaste. Balanced. id 246
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2004
Château De Rolland
Barsac-Sauternes
Sauternes
Golden-colored, with intense aromas of dried lemons, honey, light syrup and vanilla. Full-bodied, with beautiful fruit and medium sweetness. Rich and almost round textured.

Size: 375 ml.id 338
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2004
Château Haura
Cérons
Sauternes
Haura's sweet wines express the mildness and blandness typical of the great gravel soils of Ceron. Ebullient with sweetness, unctuous and fresh when young or after aging for decades in cellars, Haura's wines seduce wine lovers of all ages and cultural backgrounds.id 340
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2003
Château Rieussec
1st Grand Cru Classé
Sauternes
“Big, rich and juicy. Voluptuous, with aromas of caramel, apple and light tropical fruit. Full-bodied, round and very sweet, with loads of ripe fruit and a long butterscotch and piecrust aftertaste. Viscous texture. Hard not to drink it now. A wonderful sticky. Best after 2010. 6,250 cases made. –JS” W.S.

Size: 375 ml.
Wine Spectator: 95 ptsid 339
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2005
Le Tertre du Lys d'Or
Sauternes
Acacia flower, marmalade, grapefruit with a rich sweetness. The palate shows sweet and unctuous fruits, and though it is quite sweet, it is not too sweet. There are also candied citrus fruits, like pineapple and lemons.id 411
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2006
Thierry Tissot
Bugey
Savoie
Mondeuse
Richness, elegance, and fine grain tannins are excellently displayed with delicious aromas of blackberries, liquorice, and black pepper.id 375
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2007
Thierry Tissot
Roussette du Bugey
Savoie
Altesse
Nice golden color and a fresh nose of hazelnut and dried fruits. With its subtle flavors and suppleness, this white makes a perfect “apéritif”, or enhances fish and white meat dishes. Also pairs well with semi-hard and hard cheese.id 212
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2008
Château du Cedre
Cahors
"Cedrus"
South West
Malbec
Dark red color. Great fruitness on the nose, both powerful and elegant. Very round and soft on the palate with great fruit intensity. To be enjoyed now or stored for up to 5 years.id 366
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2008
Chateau L'Aydie
Aramis Red
VdP du Comte Tolosan
South West
Tannat, Cabernet Sauvignon
Some spicy notes give a very interesting aromatic complexity. The attack is soft and elegant. The wine is medium-bodied and fruity with a soft finish. Serve at 16°C. It is best enjoyed with grilled poultry, grilled beef, or on its own.id 361
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2008
Chateau L'Aydie
Aramis White
VdP Cotes de Gascogne
South West
Ugni Blanc, Colombard
The mouth is fresh, crisp and aromatic with a pleasant balance between fruitiness and liveliness. Serve at 12°C with grilled fish, shellfish, and summer salads.id 357
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2008
Chateau L'Aydie
Domaine Le Serp
Madiran
South West
Tannat
This wine is meant to be enjoyed young (roughly within 2 years of bottling). Served rather cool (around 16°C). Domaine le Serp will be a good match to barbecued red meats.id 365
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2007
Chateau L'Aydie
Maydie
South West
Tannat
This liqueur wine has a deep red color and offers powerful aromas of black fruit and variations of dried fruits (walnuts and grilled almonds). Maydie is best enjoyed when served between 12° and 15°C, either as an aperitif or a dessert wine.id 363
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2008
Initiales
Gaillac Red
South West
Duras, Braucol
It is a charmin g and easy drinking wine with aromas of red fruits and spices. Soft and fleshy on the palate, it has a delicious fruity finish. Enjoy this wine with friends at any occasion. Serve at 14-15°C. It pairs perfectly with cold sliced meat or grilled poultry.id 394
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2000
Imperial Domain of Hétszõlõ
Tokaj Aszú
3 Puttonyos
Tokaj
Harslevelü, Furmint
Aszú 3 Puttonyos (minimum 60 g/l res. sugar) A deep golden color with an exquisitely refined and complex nose of dried apricot, prune, orange, honey, and walnut. A wine that is fresh, sumptuous, and unique with a complexity that confirms its reputation as the “king of wines and wine of kings" (Louis XIV). A truly revelatory experience.id 131
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2001
Imperial Domain of Hétszõlõ
Tokaj Aszú
5 Puttonyos
Tokaj
Harslevelü, Furmint
A magnificent tawny gold color. On the nose- an elegant, subtle, and complex bouquet of honeyed apricot, plum, peach, orange, and hazelnut, followed by a sumptuous and unmatched palate. This Tokaj Aszu's singular complexity confirms its mysterious reputation as the "king of wines and wine of the kings"id 132
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2007
Imperial Domain of Hétszõlõ
Tokaj “Furmint Dry”
Tokaj
Furmint
The bouquet is clean and develops nicely in the glass. It is reminiscent of various fruits (such as peaches) and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is crisp and full-bodied. The fruitiness comes out particularly on the finish which has hints of apricot and walnuts. Furmint exemplifies a fine traditional-style Hungarian wine. It makes a delicious aperitif and is also a fine accompaniment to roast poultry, white meats, and game. It also goes wonderfully with fruit tarts and other desserts.id 74
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2007
Imperial Domain of Hétszõlõ
Tokaj “Late Harvest”
Tokaj
Harslevelü, Furmint
Beautiful, brilliant gold with highlights of green. The bouquet is precise and redolent of apricot and fig. On the palate, this wine is lusciously fruity with distinct aromatic flavors. The soft, crisp aftertaste follows through beautifully with the relative sweetness, giving this wine a singularly elegant style.id 130
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2008
Château du Chatelard (Box)
Bourgogne Blanc
"Chardonnay Vieilles Vignes"
Wineberry Box
A fine, crisp style offering notes of lime, green plum, and herbs with a long length.

Size: 3000 ml.id 352
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2008
Château du Chatelard (Box)
Morgon
Wineberry Box
Gamay
Vibrant aromas of blackberry and cherry followed by deep and lingering rich flavour. One of the better known Cru Beaujolais, this smooth, drinkable red is a lovely example of a powerful Beaujolais.

Size: 3000 ml.id 354
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2009
Château Les Maines (Box)
Bordeaux Blanc
"Cuvée Soleil d'Or"
Wineberry Box
Sauvignon Blanc
Aromas of pineapple and apricot followed by a rich, medium-bodied palate, with lots of fruit and a generous finish.

Size: 3000 ml.id 353
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2009
Château Les Maines (Box)
Bordeaux Rosé
Wineberry Box
Cabernet Franc (70%)/Cabernet Sauvignon(30%)
With its bright pink hue, this rosé offers pleasure and easy drinking. Fine scents of strawberries and herbs make it the perfect accompaniment to summer picnics, barbecues, and afternoon brunch.

Size: 3000 ml.id 374
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2007
Château Moulin de la Roquille (Box)
Bordeaux Côtes de Francs
Wineberry Box
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
This is very rich and tarry, with plenty of fruit. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a medium finish. Well done and ready to drink.

Size: 3000 ml.id 355
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2008
Domaine Le Garrigon (Box)
Côtes du Rhône
Wineberry Box
Grenache, Syrah, Carignan
Nice purity, with supple flavours of black cherry and plum riding atop lavender, spice, and mineral notes, all well-balanced through the lengthy finish.

Size: 3000 ml.id 356