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Duckhorn Napa Valley Chardonnay 2017The fantastic 2017 growing season yielded an intense and complex expression of Napa Valley Chardonnay, with alluring aromas of nectarine, yellow plum, pineapple upside- down cake and sweet spices. On the palate, zesty acidity and an underlying silkiness add depth and nuance, with French oak-inspired hints of vanilla, sweet dough and clove framing the generous fruit.
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Decoy Sonoma County Pinot Noir 2018From its enticing bouquet to its layers of lush, pure fruit, this wine captures the vibrant charm of great California Pinot Noir. On the nose, aromas of raspberry, strawberry and rose petal rise from the glass, along with hints of rosemary and peppermint. The palate is soft and silky, with supple tannins accentuating the ripe berry flavors and helping to carry the wine to a bright and focused finish.
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Duckhorn Greenwing Cabernet Sauvignon 2017East of Washington's majestic Cascade Mountains, the Columbia Valley has earned renown as the source for some of North America's most dynamic and exciting Cabernet Sauvignons. With idyllic sun-drenched summer days, cold nights and very little rainfall, it is a land of extremes, where Cabernet Sauvignon clusters ripen perfectly on the vines, yielding energetic wines, with soaring aromas and tantalizing flavors of plum, black cherry, and wild strawberry. From the storied vineyards of this remarkable region, our Greenwing Cabernet Sauvignon takes flight. Honoring both the rich history of the Duckhorn Portfolio, and the winegrowing traditions of Washington, it is a wine for those seeking new places, new flavors and new experiences. Discover Greenwing, and discover Another State of Cabernet. From its alluring dark ruby color to its enticing aromas of brambly black fruit, cherry pie, vanilla and sweet brown baking spices, the debut vintage of Greenwing embodies the dynamic complexity of great Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. On the palate, it is energetic and lively, with a streak of lovely acidity that adds poise and freshness to the vibrant fruit flavors. At the same time, soft, dusty tannins and sophisticated hints of cardamom, anise and cocoa add intrigue to a long, smooth finish. Cooperage: 75% French oak, 25% American oak Barrel Aging: 20 months 40% new, 60% neutral oak
Duckhorn Postmark Cabernet Sauvignon 2018A Postmark is an official seal traditionally stamped on letters to indicate a significant place and date. Sharing a bottle of wine creates the same experience, transporting you to unique vintage and site in the past. We bring you this Postmark from Napa Valley. Like a letter from a friend, may it bring joy when you open it. From its deep crimson color to its velvety texture and alluring layers of fresh blackberry, boysenberry, and cassis, you can taste the warm Napa Valley sun in this luxurious Cabernet. On the palate, hints of violet, lavender and dark chocolate add to the delicious depth of this wine, with a pleasing touch of acidity bringing brightness and poise to a lush fruit-driven finish.
Decoy Red Wine 2018With alluring layers of blueberry, blackberry and wild strawberry, as well as hints of anise and vanilla, this impeccably balanced wine offers silky tannins and rich, mouth-filling flavors. The finish is lush, elegant and energetic, highlighting the best of Sonoma County.
Decoy Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
Duckhorn Sonoma County Merlot 2018This lush and inviting Merlot displays layers of black cherry, blueberry and plum underscored by dark chocolate, cedar and mineral notes. On the palate, balanced acidity adds poise and elegance, while silky tannins carry the wine to a fruitful and concentrated finish.
Duckhorn Napa Valley Merlot 2017A classic expression of Napa Valley Merlot, this wine offers alluring aromas of lush cherry, raspberry, cocoa and freshly baked pie crust. The cherry and raspberry notes are echoed on the silky palate, where fine-grained tannins and flavors of ripe plum, blueberry, licorice and subtle baking spice draw the wine to a long, elegant finish.
Duckhorn Decoy Blue Label Cabernet 201890% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot. Combining mountain and valley floor fruit from the most acclaimed wine regions in Napa Valley, including Rutherford, Yountville, Atlas Peak, Stag's Leap and St. Helena, this stunning Cabernet Sauvignon is rich, intricate and delicious. On the palate, classic flavors of blackberry, boysenberry, cassis, dark chocolate and violets are framed by silky tannins and a lovely underlying energy that draws the wine to a bright, juicy finish.
Duckhorn Decoy Blue Label Pinot Noir 2018Crafted using grapes from the finest Pinot Noir regions on the Sonoma Coast, including the Russian River Valley, Green Valley and Carneros, this alluring wine combines silky sophistication with a bright cool-climate energy. On the palate, soaring flavors of blackberry, red currant, cherry, cedar and sweet baking spices glide to a long, vibrant finish.
Duckhorn Decoy Blue Label Red Blend 201843% Merlot, 25% Zinfandel, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Tempranillo. Our pinnacle red blend, this bold and luxurious wine combines the finest Napa Valley Merlot, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo to create an alluring and complex wine. On the palate, velvety tannins accentuate the generous fruit, with gorgeous flavors of black raspberry, cherry, cassis, briary spice and sweet French oak lingering on the long, delectable finish.
Decoy Sonoma County Chardonnay 2019This tantalizing Chardonnay offers vibrant aromas of Fuji apple, ripe pear and lemon zest. The juicy orchard fruit and citrus flavors continue on the palate, where refreshing acidity and hints of caramelized French oak add nuance and richness to a bright, lingering finish.
Outstanding "Half Priced" Single Estate Vineyard Wines
Glenville Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2017This wine come from a famous winery that sells their wine at a MUCH higher price point! This is an outstanding wine for the price, a hearty, full-bodied and well-integrated wine offering high-toned red currant, citrus and cassis. Juicy, structured and broad in appeal, it has ample oak and tannin to stand up to the fruit.
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Willowbrook Napa Valley Chardonnay 2018At Willowbrook, winemaker Joe Otos takes great care in ensuring that his Chardonnay echoes the traits of the Napa Valley, where the region's Mediterranean climate and geology have consistently produced such quality wines that the tiny growing region has been able to enjoy an unparalleled reputation. This chard comes from a vineyard in the southern part of Napa Valley, bordering the Carneros. Marine influences help moderate the summer daytime temperatures, providing a cooler and longer growing season than elsewhere in the valley, preserving fruit profiles and acidity while attaining full ripeness. The grapes are 100% clone 96, picked at 24.2 Brix and whole-cluster pressed. The Chardonnay is filled with delicious notes of red apple, followed by a hint of melon. When it first hits the palate, you'll notice lively acidity that's combined with flavors of peach and lemon meringue, complemented by a touch of gingerbread. Need we say more? But it continues with a finish of crisp, clean minerality, which is perfectly balanced by the oak that you know and love. Rich and oaky, but lively and food-friendly at the same time. Enjoying a Chardonnay from the famous Napa Valley can always be done without a food-partner, but this beauty pairs naturally with a white fish in a buttery sauce or a late summer harvest vegetable mix. You really can't go wrong. 100 % Chardonnay. 93 points - just wine
Classified Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018The blueberry and dark-chocolate aromas are very attractive and follow through to a full body, round and juicy tannins, and a hazelnut aftertaste.
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Willowbrook Russian River Pinot Noir 2018"Our Estate vineyard on Burnside Road makes up more than half of this wine. It is a small meter by meter vineyard planted with a mix of Dijon clones, 115 and 667, with some Pommard clone 4, Joseph Swan and Calera clones. Its rich, well-drained Goldridge soil, provides the unique flavors that make this part of the Russian River so coveted-has become known as the Sebastopol Hills region. The other major component of this Pinot comes off the Martinelli Ranch on River Road. It is 100% Dijon clone 828. This area is more on the flats next to the Russian River, more of a solid clay region, that gets much warmer than our Estate, which is why the clone 828 is ideal. It is a clone known for its lushness and ability to handle a little more warmth than other Pinot clones. Lastly, we added a small amount, 12%, of our single-vineyard Pinot from Sonoma Mountain. The vineyard, known as Kaufman Sunnyslope, is 100% Dijon clone 777. The wine from this vineyard is partially crushed, 25% is left as whole clusters which line the bottom the fermenter. The grapes are allowed to ferment naturally. The resulting wine offers amazing structure and depth that you typically do not see from the neighboring Russian River, and the Kaufman is used in this blend to add structure, depth, and layers of complexity. The wines were all aged separately in small French oak vessels, mostly using wood from the Allier, Bertrage, and Troncias regions. These acclaimed forests add a wide range of flavors, oils to this rich pinot."... Joe Otos, Winemaker Beautiful raspberry aromas, offset by decadent hints of chocolate orange and rose, introduce a precisely-balanced acidity which gives way to suggestions of forest floor and striking depth of ripe berry fruit. The silky mouthfeel is well complemented by structured, nuanced tannins. Hints of plum, cherry, and Christmas spices mingle on the finish along with vibrant flavors of cassis and vanilla, a product of the wine aging in premium French oak barrels. This is a natural food-pairing wine and we recommend doing so with lightly-spiced Indian dishes, chicken fajitas or creamy camembert, and figs.
Glenville Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017Due to its inland location, the conditions in Alexander Valley are ideal for growing Cabernet. With the largest fluctuation in temperature in Sonoma County, only the toughest reds can survive in Alexander Valley. Temperatures dip down into the mid-'40s at night with a huge spike in temperature in the afternoon making it an ideal climate for Cabernet Sauvignon to thrive. The richness of this wine is balanced out by flavors of black cherry and blackberries and a fine, smooth finish. Exceptionally well paired with baby lamb chops or New York Strip, this wine is full-bodied with flavors and aromas of black fruit.
Glenville Napa Valley Merlot 2017Located in the prime Napa Valley AVA. This single-vineyard Merlot represents the finest fruit of Napa Valley. Typical of Napa Valley. The grapes and the fruit are very powerful, yet complex. Aged 20 months in French oak barrel its well-integrated oak and sizable structure give it weight and breadth. Aromas of raspberries, black cherry, blueberries, and plum with a palate of raspberry jam and notes of vanilla. A real crowd pleaser! Exceptionally well paired with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or all on its own.
Glenville Sonoma Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017Located in the high elevation vineyards of Sonoma Valley. This single-vineyard cabernet sauvignon is built to last. Known to be the birthplace of California's commercial wine industry Sonoma Valley is an exceptional place to grow Cabernet. This wine was developed in a high elevation vineyard giving it the proper sunlight to grow a robust tannin structure and exceptionally well-balanced flavors of juicy black cherry and plum fruit. This wine is youthful and firmly structured with a long, soft finish. Best served with a tomahawk steak or short rib.
Glenville Lake County Petite Sirah 2017Located in the high elevation vineyards of Lake County giving it an abundance of sunlight. This single-vineyard Petite Sirah is built to last. Typical of Lake County, beautiful mountain fruit, elevation starts at around 1,100 feet giving the grapes the perfect amount of sunlight to ripen. Aged 20 months in French oak barrel. Inky dark purple and tannic with incredible concentration and intensity of flavor. Aromas of blackberries and blueberries with a slight hint of black pepper and licorice to balance out the palate. Exceptionally well paired with grilled baby lamb chops.
Glenville Lake County Sauvignon Blanc 2019Located in the high elevation vineyards of Lake County giving it an abundance of sunlight. This single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc is crisp and light. Typical of Lake County, beautiful mountain fruit, elevation starts at around 1,100 feet giving the grapes the perfect amount of sunlight to ripen. Aromas of ripe stone fruits and citrus notes, lead to flavors of grapefruit, lime, and melon. A classic version of Lake County Sauvignon Blanc. Drinks like Sancerre! Exceptionally well paired with branzino.
Glenville Russian River Chardonnay 2018Located in cool Russian River Valley AVA. This single-vineyard Chardonnay shows nice acidity and has the perfect amount of oak and cream flavor. Typical of Russian River Valley cool temperatures come about at night giving light varietal grapes the perfect temperature. Aromas of golden Apple and lemon peel with hints of sweet vanilla and spice. Rich creamy mouthfeel with balanced acidity and a lingering finish . Exceptionally well paired with lobster.
WTC Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2017Located in the prime Napa Valley AVA. This single-vineyard cabernet sauvignon represents the finest fruit of Napa Valley. Typical of Napa Valley. The grapes and the fruit are very powerful, yet complex. Aged 20 months in French oak barrel its well-integrated oak and sizable structure give it weight and breadth, as well as age-worthy intrigue. Red currant and cedar mark the flavor profile. This wine is full-bodied and ripe, yet able to hold its considerable power in check. Exceptionally well paired with filet mignon or a blue cheese hamburger. 100% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Beloved Bourbon & Rye
Rowan's Creek Kentucky Bourbon WhiskeyBringing your nose to the glass and your olfactory is treated to caramel and vanilla layered on herbal and floral notes. The mouthfeel starts oily but finishes dry. On the palate you are treated to sweet caramel, vanilla, dusted in floral notes... finishing notes of oak and a lingering spiciness.
Willett Pot Still Reserve BourbonNose is "vanilla lemon cake." The palate is a balance of caramel, vanilla, spices and citrus. I'm not sure if they made the opulent bottle to match the Whiskey or vice versa.
WhistlePig Straight Rye Whiskey 10 year oldA nose of allspice, orange peel, anise, oak, char and caramel. The palate is sweet; hints of caramel and vanilla, followed by ryespice and mint. Long finish; warm butterscotch and caramel.
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Angel's Envy Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyGold color laced with reddish amber hues, nearly copper in tone. You'll detect notes of subtle vanilla, raisins, maple syrup and toasted nuts. Vanilla, ripe fruit, maple syrup, toast and bitter chocolate will tease your palate. Clean and lingering sweetness finish with a hint of Madeira that slowly fades.
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A. Smith Bowman Distillery John J. Bowman Single Barrel Straight Bourbon WhiskeyThis bourbon whiskey has been hand selected from some of the oldest barrels in our warehouse. Each barrel rests years on end while Virginia's moderate, but ever-changing climate extracts the complex flavors from the oak and mellows the whiskey. When the time is right, these prime barrels are hand-bottled with care. This single barrel bourbon is 100 proof, but still smooth as the fall breeze. Its fragrant nose is followed by hints of toffee, leather, figs and almonds with a long dry finish. Drink straight or over ice.
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Angel's Envy Rye WhiskeyFirst, notice the crystal clear quality with a rich reddish amber color. You smell citrus, caramel candy, maple sugar, vanilla oak, hazelnut, spice and sherry wood. You'll taste sweet rum sherry wood and soft oak with a finish that's both sweet and dry as well as quick and easy.
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Black Saddle Bourbon Whiskey 12 year oldBlack Saddle is a whiskey bought and aged by the owner of Frank-lin as a family reserve. Black Saddle is truly the single best 12 year old bourbon in the market. This product is not made to mix and even diluted with ice. Drink straight in a snifter glass and no more than one ice cube to preserve this distilled work of art.
Catoctin Creek Distilling Roundstone Rye 80 ProofRoundstone Rye® is a very unique rye whisky, made completely from scratch at our distillery in Purcellville, Virginia. This pre-Prohibition style rye whisky is made from 100% rye grain, sourced locally when available. It is mashed, fermented, distilled, and aged completely in our distillery, before bottling it at a very sippable 80 proof. Aged it in new Minnesota white oak casks for a period of just under two years, the whisky is smooth, woody, with that true grain character achieved in a relatively young whisky. Roundstone Rye has a delicious woody taste, with notes of caramel, rich butter toffee, and just a hint of lemon in the nose. Roundstone Rye is a superb sipping whisky, a great whisky in Manhattans, or your favorite rye whisky cocktails.
I.W. Harper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 15 year oldSweeter up front with grain and corn immediately apparent, I.W. Harper Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 15-Year-Old then moves into notes of oak, raisin, caramel, spice, and vanilla. The finish leaves a long and lasting mouthfeel perfect for enjoying as bourbon the rocks, or whiskey neat to truly appreciate the full flavor profile.
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Basil Hayden's Dark RyeThis blend explores the harmonious combination of 3 distinct liquid profiles for one memorable whiskey. It begins with Kentucky Rye, providing a firm base of spicy rye, rich oak, dried fruit and subtle molasses undertones to build on. Canadian Rye from our award-winning Alberta Distillery is skillfully layered in. This unique rye provides depth to the notes of dried fruit and a more viscous mouth feel than a traditional rye. It's then finished with a touch of California Port blended in directly to add complementary juicy, ripe fruit without muddying the existing wood notes. The end result is a whiskey full in flavor and still delicately nuanced. Basil Hayden's Dark Rye is always perfect sipped on the rocks as well as in a Boulevardier.
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Duke Spirits Grand Cru Founders Reserve BourbonIn the pursuit of finding the perfect balance and expression, Duke Grand Cru Kentucky Reserve Bourbon exquisitely marries the classic and bold flavors of aged Kentucky bourbon with the finest French Oak Grand Cru wine barrels in the World. Meticulously crafted, a rare 9 yr. old selection of our Kentucky Straight bourbon then delicately rests in these barrels until a unique and graceful balance is found. Not all barrels are created equal, so our master blender has sought out the rarest and finest French Oak barrels to honor and enhance the great flavors of our aged bourbon. These barrels have gracefully aged some of the most stunning 98-100 point scoring single-vineyard California Cult Cabernets. Barrels represent a very key element to the evolution of flavor. The age, tight grains found in the French Oak, originating from centuries-old forests, and, the perfect level of toasting ultimately provides a canvas rarely explored. "If he was going to have a drink, It had better be a good one." ... John Wayne "The Duke"
David Nicholson Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyIn 1843 a grocer by the name of David Nicholson started distilling his original bourbon recipe in the private back room of his St. Louis general store on North 6th Street. Unbeknownst to its forefather, a legacy was born. Half a century his recipe had been passed down for generations. Eventually, the legendary Julian "Pappy" Van Winkle and W.L. Weller handcrafted Nicholson's iconic "43" bourbon at the Stitzel distillery. The Van Winkles owned the brand until 2000 when it was acquired by Luxco. Still possessing the outstanding character for which it earned its original popularity in 1843, the David Nicholson legacy lives on unchanged, unfettered, and unmatched. This extra-aged-ryed bourbon has a full-bodied flavor and a distinct, spicy taste.
Jefferson's Ocean: Aged At Sea Voyage No.17 BourbonInspired by the original Jefferson's Ocean which was new-filled bourbon barrels, the Jefferson's Ocean: Aged at Sea takes older bourbon barrels and brings them around the world. Stopping in 5 different continents and crossing the equator 4 times, this truly is a bourbon of the world. Exceptionally hand-crafted. Ridiculously small batch.
Legent Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyA collaboration between two whiskey legends, Fred Noe of Jim Beam and Shinji Fukuyo of Suntory. Legent is a Kentucky straight bourbon whiskey finished in wine and sherry casks. Legent transcends the broader whiskey category. It's a perfectly balanced and rounded bourbon that's also complex and layered. On your palate, it starts like a bourbon - rich, warm and oaky. Then, like a Japanese whisky, it features complex layers and a. bright, smooth, unexpectedly long finish.
Kentucky Peerless Distilling Small Batch Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey 3 year oldPeerless Straight Rye Whiskey is a well balanced Rye, bolstered by sweet tones of maple, brown sugar and light citrus sweetness. Finish with a hint of oak & no burn on the throat. Due to our carefully unique distilling process, Peerless offers a smooth taste that differs from many other Ryes. Peerless Rye is a palatable sipping Rye to be savored with friends and family.
Spirits of the Apocalypse The Walking Dead Kentucky Straight Bourbon WhiskeyFrom the creators of The Walking Dead comes a limited-release Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey like no other. With a light caramel nose, taste of fruit, and a smooth and spicy finish, this whiskey is crafted for the living but sought out by the dead.
WhistlePig Double Malt Straight Rye Whiskey 18 year oldDave Pickerell built WhistlePig in pursuit of crafting the world's finest and most interesting Rye Whiskeys. After years of devotion to patient aging and innovative blending, we've turned our attention to experiments with grain - in particular, the bygone practice of malting rye. Before industrial catalysts were introduced to increase efficiency, farmer distillers would malt a small portion of their rye harvest in order to access the grain's starch content and set off the fermentation process. Floral, earthy flavors imparted by malted rye would add nuance to the bold, peppery spice character of classic rye whiskey. To harness these flavors for our oldest expression of WhistlePig yet, we selected a whiskey distilled from 79% rye, 15% malted rye, and 6% malted barley. These grains form a harmony that spans the flavor spectrum, at once soft and floral, rich and savory, and full of spice. Its complexity is only heightened after 18 years in the barrel. Sweet and aromatic, with toasted oak, berries, and nutmeg nose. Elegant and spicy, mildly fruity, and pleasantly floral. Vanilla and oak notes appear with time. Wonderfully long, clean, and spicy finish.
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Pinhook Rye Humor Cask StrengthProofed at 114, this straight rye whiskey's deep and dense aromas of dark chocolate, candied black licorice, and vanilla extract set the stage for robust flavors of raisins, tobacco, cinnamon stick, and sarsaparilla.
New Riff Distilling Single Barrel BourbonNew Riff Distilling's core Bourbon expression is a genuinely high-rye, full-bodied whiskey offering savory, spicy character, bottled at Barrel Proof without Chill Filtration. Featuring a mash bill of non-GMO grains at 65% corn, 30% rye, and 5% malted barley, it represents a new riff on Kentucky's most hallowed whiskey traditions. Aged four years in 53-gallon toasted and charred new oak barrels, there are no shortcuts taken in our production. All New Riff whiskeys are made with the full sour mash Kentucky Regimen; all carry an age statement and are always bottled without chill filtration. At New Riff, single barrel expressions are a way of life. As former Kentucky liquor retailers, we are intimately familiar with some of Kentucky's most famed private barrel Bourbon selections ever, and we bring that experience to New Riff. A New Riff Private Barrel selection, whether for trade or private clients, offers an unparalleled experience, replete with tasting notes and an immersive process in our warehouse. Each New Riff single barrel has been tasted and approved by our production panel. Our retail and on-premise partners then select each of their private barrels themselves. In the end, you can taste a New Riff Single Barrel knowing it was fully vetted and thoroughly tasted and approved. Appearance: Extra rich, unfiltered deep amber color. Nose: Butterscotch rounding into fresh oak, with hints of vanilla and rye spice. Taste: Broad, fulsome mouthfeel, leading to a sweeter vanilla accent, before a gathering of rye spices (clove, cinnamon, mint, dark berry) into the finish. Finish: Long, rye-led finish, with brambly red-black fruits amid white pepper and clove.
Yellowstone Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 2019Limestone Branch Distilling Co. has impressed with its limited release bourbons over the past three years. Over this time they've reused, and more interestingly, re-charred the same barrels each year to finish their bourbon for their limited releases. Surprisingly, this didn't create a miss-mash of convoluted flavors but instead created a warm and potent-tasting whiskey that were some of my favorite finished whiskeys each year they were released. In 2019, they took a different approach, and according to the company, poached some of their best 9 and 12-year-old barrels to create this year's blend. This is a straightforward blend that presents its flavors well, is easy-drinking, but also might not necessarily blow you away. It definitely leans on the darker, heavier side of the flavor wheel with its oak, chocolate, and spice. Thankfully there are veins of sweetness throughout that provide a sudden and welcomed contrast. In any other year, this year's Yellowstone Limited Edition would probably make more of a splash. It just comes at a time when many other blends have been hitting it out of the park (Little Book Chapter 3, Lux Row Double Barrel, and Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batch). Still, that doesn't diminish what this release does well. It delivers a nicely constructed, and gentle overall intensity bourbon that makes it a really nice sipper. Nose : Cherry, vanilla custard, oak, and light orange citrus. Warming and pleasant, with a gentle intensity. Palate : Oak, dark chocolate, burnt caramel, dark sweet fruit, and leather. It has a soft delivery with a thin mouthfeel and tastes less than its stated proof. Finish : Spice, oak, vanilla, and cinnamon. Medium length finish that is slightly dry with a slow ramp-up of heat.
Corner Creek Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 10 year oldThe enigmatic Corner Creek brand was bottled for years at a famous little family-owned distillery in Bardstown. Recently the brand moved production to the Kentucky Artisan Distillery in Crestwood production and relaunched with this new 10-year-old expression. The source is a secret, but there's no question that Corner Creek has the connections to find some seriously delicious bourbon and this new expression is leaps and bounds ahead of the previous no-age-stated Corner Creek. They've selected their choicest stocks for this product and bottled them without chill-filtration. Even at 88 proof, this bourbon exhibits great richness and texture, wonderful depth, and a believable balance. This is the sort of bourbon that appeals to the most novice drinker (due to its approachable character) but will be interesting enough to satisfy even the most jaded bourbon nut. Please note that due to the lack of filtration you'll notice some haziness in the whiskey. This is completely normal and means your bourbon is packed with flavor. K&L is the only store in California selling this exceptional offering.
Sazerac Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey 7 year old
New Riff Distilling Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey Bottled in BondThe Bottled in Bond Act of 1897 represented a watershed moment for American whiskey. For the first time, a group of Kentucky whiskey makers stood up for the quality of Bourbon, demanded an end to spurious blending and rectifying practices, and required legal protections for the best of the best. In fact, compared to international regulations governing the quality of other great aged spirits such as Scotch and Cognac, we find that America's Bottled in Bond Act, now going on 120 years old, is no less than the highest quality standard of any country in the world. Rather than reserve Bottled In Bond for special or limited releases, it is the signature of all of our whiskey. Aside from barrel proof single barrel bottlings, ALL New Riff whiskey will be Bottled in Bond. Yet the highest quality standard in the world is not high enough for us: we are taking the standard one step further by dispensing with chill filtration to ensure that not a single molecule of flavor is sacrificed for cosmetic appearances. We are firmly grounded in Kentucky's revered Bourbon legacy, but this is our riff. A new riff on arguably America's greatest whiskey tradition: Bottled in Bond Without Chill Filtration.
Exceptional Single Malts from The Macallan!
Macallan Triple Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky 15 year oldThe uniquely complex combination of sherry seasoned European oak casks, sherry seasoned American oak and ex-bourbon American oak casks, delivers the extraordinarily smooth and delicate character of this 15 year old single malt. A lighter style Macallan with a more complex character, the exquisite and expert marriage of this trinity of spirits delivers a sublime whisky with a natural rich straw color and decadent flavors of orange and chocolate.
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Macallan Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky 25 year oldThis distinguished single malt is matured exclusively for twenty-five years in Oloroso sherry seasoned oak casks from Jerez, Spain. Laying undisturbed in the same casks for a quarter of a century, the maturing spirit transforms to create this luxurious single malt whisky characterized by its rich flavors of vanilla, dried fruits and ginger spice with a long finish and rich mahogany color. Colour: Rich mahogany. Nose: Citrus, balanced with cinnamon, sherry and wood smoke. Palate: Full and rich, with dried fruits and a hint of wood smoke. Finish: Long, with dried fruit, wood smoke and spice.
Macallan Sherry Oak Single Malt Scotch Whisky 18 year oldThe Macallan Sherry Oak 18 Years Old forms part of our Sherry Oak range which features a series of single malt whiskies matured exclusively in hand-picked sherry seasoned oak casks from Jerez for richness and complexity. A full bodied palate of mature oak, ginger and raisin flavors is complimented by a light mahogany natural color.
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Macallan Estate Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyA rich and complex whisky containing rare spirit distilled from our home grown barley, selected for its unique character. The Macallan Estate delivers a subtle hint of citrus which balances the traditional sherried richness, resulting in a complex single malt with an extraordinarily long finish. Estate offers a unique opportunity to experience rare spirit made from our precious estate-grown barley and honours the birthplace of every bottle of The Macallan. Conker, chestnut hue in appearance. Warm, comforting and homely notes of cinnamon. Wood spice and orange oil, opening into dried fruits with a sweet lemon, banana and caramel. The palate is soft and warming with wood spice, opening into a dry oak flavor spiked with candied raisin and fresh fig. Moving into a sweet fresh orange and delicate fresh citrus. A sweet citrus twist finish.
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Macallan Edition No. 5 Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyVanilla and toffee with notes of oak, nutmeg, ginger, lemon basil and pear aroma. Fresh and sweet with caramel moving into poached peaches and ripe pear. Quickly followed by a toffee sweetness with light oak spices in the form of nutmeg and hints of ginger in the background. Long and sweet finish and a sunlight barley color.
Macallan Classic Cut Limited Edition
Macallan Double Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky 12 year old 1.75LThe Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old forms part of our Double Cask range which marries the classic Macallan style and the unmistakable sweetness of American oak. This is a fully rounded single malt in perfect balance, with flavors of honey, citrus and ginger. Color of Harvest Sun. Nose creamy butterscotch with a hint of toffee apple, candied orange, vanilla custard and newly felled oak. Deliciously honeyed, wood spices and citrus, balanced with raisins and caramel. Oak lingers, warm, sweet and drying.
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Macallan Double Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky 12 year oldThe Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old forms part of our Double Cask range which marries the classic Macallan style and the unmistakable sweetness of American oak. This is a fully rounded single malt in perfect balance, with flavors of honey, citrus and ginger. Color of Harvest Sun. Nose creamy butterscotch with a hint of toffee apple, candied orange, vanilla custard and newly felled oak. Deliciously honeyed, wood spices and citrus, balanced with raisins and caramel. Oak lingers, warm, sweet and drying.
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Penfolds Grange 2012Color: Dense and imposing. Dark... RED! Nose: Unmistakably, it is what it is. In a word, Grange. (Almost) all unleashed immediately upon the first splash into the glass - exuberant, lifted, flamboyant. An aromatic 'multi-cultural' chromatogram brazenly unfolds: First, enticing barrel ferment formics and balsamics, spliced with soy, tomato puree, black olive and liquorice (Dutch?). Then, the exotics - wafts of tiramisu/mascarpone/zabaglione (Italy?), replete with freshly roasted hazelnut and ground coffee beans (Kenya?) 30 seconds later... Palate: Fresh and refined. Nervy. Red liquorice, gravy reduction flavours and black olive tapenade to the fore. And then, just so much more! Where to start? Compelling depth - weighty/voluminous/fleshy - structurally complete and even throughout. A radiant inner sheen, yet still assertive - a film encrusted with dusty, softened tannins that coat tongue. Great length. A loss of innocence, as sculptured oak (purity/clean) and a boundless array of red fruits, congeal into a darkened pool of (un)known and (un)savoury delights! Unashamedly and quite blatantly THE wine of this year's Penfolds 2016 new releases! Enough said.
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Penfolds Grange 2013Color: Opaque black core, dark red rim. Nose: An aromatic assault / surge / eruption of soy, hoisin, balsamic reduction ... coiled around a core of kirsch and fresh raspberry. This propulsion is crammed with tell-tale barrel ferment, V.A. and formic Grange markers - all in balance, all respectful of fruit and oak. And yet, so 'classy' - a brightness, a sheen, a gloss, a raciness - belying both age and upbringing (élevage).
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Château Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac-Léognan Gran Cru Classe 2016
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Opus One Napa Valley Red 2016The Opus One 2016 is remarkably elegant and bright offering sumptuous aromas of fresh red and blue fruit, baking spices and vanilla, and a delicate fragrance of spring florals. The initial bouquet is augmented by more nuanced notes of sage, rosemary, and black olive. Juicy flavors of black cherry, blackberry and cassis flood the palate and creamy, fine-grained tannins deliver a delightfully round structure. Harmonious and lively, the flavors linger to create an enduring finish with touches of dark chocolate and espresso.
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Penfolds Grange 2014Deep plush garnet throughout from core to rim. Quite simply, an unmistakable youthful 'Grange' nose. Awakened primary fruits and stylish oak interlocked and indistinguishable. As expected. Savoury, not fruity. Tastes flavours remind of slow cooked beef ragout, chicken liver game terrine. Red liquorice also apparent. Integrated oak - spicy, almost 'non-American' oak ... but it is. As it always is. A core of 100% new Quercus alba. Poised yet powerful. A balanced, tightly-knit and woven structural 'tapestry'. Not to be constrained by dimension or frame. Tannins with attitude! Nonetheless respectful. Type? Slatey tannins ... alluvial, silty (certainly not muddy!). Long and lingering - tactile impressions indistinguishably and slowly fuse/merge into an aftertaste memory. Until the next sip!
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Penfolds Grange Vertical 3 Pack 2012/2013/2014 2012The original and most powerful expression of Penfolds multi-vineyard, multi-district blending philosophy, Grange is arguably Australia's most celebrated wine and is officially listed as a Heritage Icon of South Australia. Crafted utilizing fully-ripe, intensely-flavored and structured Shiraz grapes, the result is a unique Australian style that is now recognized as one of the most consistent of the world's great wines. With an unbroken line of vintages from the experimental 1951, Grange clearly demonstrates the synergy between Shiraz and the soils and climates of South Australia. GRANGE 2012 - "Complete. Stylistically, most closely aligned to the 1963 Grange and yet stridently extolling its personality. I can't quite remember when or where… and probably not about wine, but recently scribed: Luxury that treads lightly!" -PETER GAGO, PENFOLDS CHIEF WINEMAKER GRANGE 2013 - "Undoubtedly will soon be universally proclaimed to be a classic 'Penfolds vintage' … and indeed over time certified a classic 'Grange vintage'! Not unlike the 2008 Grange – á la style / weight / disposition / cellarability. Sensorially supersaturated, verging on overwhelmingly generous. Beware - superlatives abound. No matter, despite the chatter, a seriously very good drink! Indulge without guilt." - PETER GAGO, PENFOLDS CHIEF WINEMAKER
Lamborn Family Vineyards Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage XIV 2016"Rich and fragrant notes of blueberry and blackberry permeate the glass, accentuated by light mocha and vanilla undertones. The palate is greeted with deeply rich blue and black fruits, a whisper of tart cherry, and superseded by a dense and chewy lingering mouthfeel from front to back. The medium toast French oak accompanies the 'Howell Mountain dust' and moderate silky tannins. An enchanting mountaintop Cabernet, this lavish and elegant wine well-represents the remarkable Lamborn vineyard." - Heidi Barrett, winemaker (Screaming Eagle Wine Maker ) The near-perfect 2016 growing season started early, saw ideal weather conditions throughout, and wrapped up as the Valley's first significant fall rainstorm arrived on October 14th. Thanks to a relatively steady and mild July and August, followed by a series of warm days at the end of the growing season, vineyards were able to progress to perfect ripeness. Wines from the 2016 vintage are developing beautifully and vintners are pinching themselves and smiling for the gift Mother Nature has given us: a fifth consecutive vintage of stellar quality Napa Valley wines. We hope you enjoy our 14th vintage of Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon ! 100% estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon
Robert Mondavi To Kalon Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2016Solid, seamless, with an incredible sense of flow, the To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon artfully achieves elegance with intensity. Dark wild berries, cocoa powder and a hint of licorice provide the aroma and flavor profile. Broad, full tannins create a velocity that drives the wine through its lengthy finish.
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Bevan Ontogeny Propietary Red 2017
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Bevan McGah Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2014The McGah is the livelier of the two, with more vibrant flavors and a finish that seems to go on for minutes. I have opened them up side by side, three times and have yet to be able to pick out a favorite. Seductress or Minx? Refinement or hair pulling? It comes down to your mood and how you want to dance. Ballroom or disco?
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Fiftyrow Alice Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2016Another 95 pt. plus vintage and the great fruit from the Alice Block has produced a 2016 Cabernet that is our best to date. It has the typical expression of the area and is instantly recognized with its distinctive Rutherford dust. Deep garnet in color with aromas of jammy blackberries and opulent dark plum while oak influences of nutmeg, cinnamon and clove round up the nose. The palate is supple, lush and voluptuous with flavors of black currant, tobacco, plum and dark chocolate, concluding with a lengthy, fruity finish
Sinegal Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2017The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits elegant aromas of ripe raspberry, plumb and black cherry, with notes of rose petal, cinnamon and all spice. The subtle oak spice tones are well integrated with the fruit and floral aromas in this wine. On the palate there is a silky texture with smooth tannins and long lingering finish. Flavors of candied cherries, and blackberry kirsch are intermixed with secondary notes of vanilla bean, mocha and coca nibs. The 2017 is showing well at a young age, however the wine has a nice tannin structure to age gracefully for the next 7-10 years.
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Maybach Family Vineyards Amoenus 2016The aromas from this deep purple wine will command your attention even with the glass an arm's length away. The round, enveloping harmony of the aromas resonate with classic Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon highlights: dark fruit, exotic spice, aromatic wood, and ethereal floral notes. The palate experience is precise, layered and drawn out, well after consuming the first taste. Notes of crushed blackberries, clover oil, spearmint and cocoa nibs are expressed seamlessly in the glass. As with many exceptional creations, there is a quality that leaves you immediately wanting more, while also wanting to take time to reflect on the initial experience.
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Scarlett Wines Cabernet Sauvignon 2016Unbelievable complexity and layers intermingle with aromas of berry compote, cassis with a black cherry core that jumps from the glass. The mid palate is a silky flow of abundant blue and black fruits, followed with an opulent, full-bodied mouthfeel. The integrated structure and polished tannins carry through to a detailed and long finish.
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Cervantes Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2016A blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, the deep garnet-purple colored 2016 MMXVI Cabernet Sauvignon gives up gregarious notions of warm red and black currants, black raspberries and warm plums with hints of chocolate mint, pencil shavings and tilled loam plus a waft of lilacs. Full-bodied, firm and grainy, the palate is built like a brick house with super ripe, super firm tannins and bags of bold, expressive, multifaceted fruit, finishing very long and mineral-laced. 545 cases were made. "The 2016 vintage in Napa Valley is being heralded as one of richness, density, and varietal purity. The second vintage from the hillsides of the Cervantes ranch blessed us with a growing season that was long, warm but relatively mild. These conditions allowed the grapes to fully mature with a noteworthy balance between tannin, acid, and aromatics. At the winery, the grapes were carefully sorted and delivered to the tanks without crushing. We fermented with careful attention to preserving aromas and freshness while extracting the right amount of tannin and building the mid-palate. The wines were drained and pressed to French oak barrels for 22 months of aging to further contour the mouthfeel of the wine and plait the many layers of flavor and texture. The resulting wine has an ever-growing list of aromas, from raspberry and sage to cardamom, orange peel, cedar, black licorice, and newly tanned leather. The longer the wine sits in the glass, the more layers are revealed. The wine's brilliant red-purple hue hints at its dense fruit core, which is followed on the palate by a rush of baking spices, incense, orange oil, and completed by a mouthwatering, savory finish. It has "great bones," a proper tannic scaffold to support the wine as it ages. While accessible now with a careful decanting, the 2016 Cervantes will continue its beautiful journey and gain complexity over many years to come" ...ANDY ERICKSON / WINEMAKER
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Saxum Broken Stones 2017Our Broken Stones cuvee is Syrah based, with a large portion of Petite Sirah and Grenache and a splash of Mataro. It is aged for 18-20 months in mainly new, French barriques. It is full-bodied, rich, and intense, but also reveals great purity, focus and complexity. The Broken Stones is a multi-vineyard blend, utilizing all the vineyards that we source from. Our wines are never racked off their lees and are bottled unfined and unfiltered. Click here to download notes on previous releases of Broken Stones.
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Saxum Terry Hoage Vineyard 2017I always have a soft spot for our Terry Hoage Vineyard. It is almost always the most approachable in our line up. A wine that you can enjoy while letting the others rest a bit. There's great spice from the Syrah but luscious red fruit from the Grenache. My favorite part might be the core of salinity that it displays. Maybe that doesn't sound like a tasty descriptor, but I find it fascinating and it begs you to take another sip to try and figure out where that vein is coming from.
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Domaine de la Romanee Conti Corton 2016Surpassing the 2015 rendition, the 2016 Corton Grand Cru is the finest wine that the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti has produced to date from the holdings of Prince Florent de Mérode. Wafting from the glass with notes of cassis, currant leaf, raspberries, and menthol, discretely framed by new wood, the wine is medium to full-bodied, velvety and intense, gaining in-depth and dimension as it sits in the glass, with tangy underpinning acids and powdery tannins, culminating in a long finish. Aubert de Villaine recounted that the Domaine replanted a third of Corton-Bressandes while also grafting over the Mérodes' young vines to their own massal selections of Pinot Fin. While this is built for four decade's evolution in the cellar, the balance and concentration are such that it could be drunk with pleasure in its youth.
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Domaine de la Romanee Conti Romanée St. Vivant 2016
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Chateau-Margaux Margaux 2000It seemed that 2000 was setting a new benchmark in quality, never before attained, at least in terms of style. Throughout the barrel ageing time, these first impressions were gradually confirmed. The wine has now acquired a slightly tighter texture but has kept such a soft and especially long finish that it seems to go on forever.
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Joseph Phelps Insignia 2016The 2016 Insignia is fresh and focused on entry with expressive cocoa powder, graphite and earthy spices. Elegant and complex with a supple, creamy texture and bold tannins, this latest vintage offers luscious ripe plum and blackberry character with hints of roasted coffee and dark cherry throughout the palate to a long, velvety finish. The 2016 Napa Valley growing season began with a mild winter resulting in early bud break for some blocks at the beginning of March. A normal period of bloom and veraison took place in early May and mid-July, respectively. The 2016 growing season was cooler compared to the previous three vintages, allowing for aromas and flavors to develop slowly in the red varieties yielding classic Cabernet Sauvignon from each of our vineyards. The 2016 Napa Valley growing season began with a mild winter resulting in early bud break for some blocks at the beginning of March. A normal period of bloom and veraison took place in early May and mid-July, respectively. The 2016 growing season was cooler compared to the previous three vintages, allowing for aromas and flavors to develop slowly in the red varieties yielding classic Cabernet Sauvignon from each of our vineyards. 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot, 3% Malbec and 3% Cabernet Franc from estate-grown Napa Valley vineyards: 29% Las Rocas Vineyard (Stags Leap District), 23% Suscol Vineyard (South Napa), 20% Yountville Vineyard (Oak Knoll District), 18% Barboza Vineyard (Stags Leap District) and 10% Home Ranch Vineyard (St. Helena).
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François-Louis Vuitton Cuvée Privée du Château Malartic-Lagravière
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande Pauillac 2000Deep and dense. Fruity with an exotic touch, spicy. A wine for laying down. Maturity: 2020-2025.
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Game of Thrones!
The Game of Thrones Whisky Collection Dalwhinnie Winter's Frost House StarkHouse Stark's resiliency, strength and ability to thrive under the most intense situations are greatly shaped by Winterfell's frigid temperatures. Dalwhinnie, known for being one of the highest distilleries in all of Scotland is cold and remote much like The North where House Stark calls home, making the two an iconic pairing. Extreme conditions are responsible for shaping the signature Dalwhinnie Winter's Frost honeyed sweetness and spicy warmth. Naturally, it's best served chilled or over ice. Honey and fresh fig develop on the palate followed by a delicious maltiness and rich fruit cake.
The Game of Thrones Whisky Collection Lagavulin House Lannister 9 year oldLagavulin is one of the most legendary single malt brands and has been crafted on the shores of Islay for more than 200 years - mirroring the meticulous calculation and tenacity employed by the Lannister's in their rise to conquer the Iron Throne. This single malt whisky is a roaring single malt that recalls the Lannister's riches and is best served neat or with a single drop of water. Characteristic Lagavulin sweet smoke explodes on the nose with a little more brine than the other expressions. The palate opens with smoked caramelized banana and heavy vanilla and burnt marshmallow which subside into a light dry, slightly salted caramel.
The Game of Thrones Whisky Collection Talisker Select Reserve House GreyjoyHouse Greyjoy rules the Iron Islands and worships the Drowned God. Talisker was a natural pair for House Greyjoy as this single malt is distilled on the shores of the Isle of Skye, one of the most remote and rugged areas of Scotland. The layered flavors and signature maritime character of Talisker Select Reserve are the result of its wave-battered shores. This liquid is an intense smoky single malt scotch with spicy, powerful and sweet elements combined with maritime flavors. Dry Sichuan peppery smoke and dark chocolate on the nose. On the palate the salted caramel with chili flakes explode into a smoky fruit cake of spice and the finish is long and complex with a lasting character of leather.
The Game of Thrones Whisky Collection The Singleton Glendullan Select House TullyHouse Tully located at Riverrun, rules as the lord of The River lands. The power of water flows through both House Tully and The Singleton Glendullan Select as it is made on the banks of the River Fiddich in the wooded hills of Dufftown. Here they harnessed the water that flowed through the land utilizing a water wheel to power the entire distillery. Orange and clove open on the nose but on the palate there's red berry compote and vanilla cheesecake with a pronounced cereal spice finish.
The Game of Thrones Whisky Collection Cardhu Gold Reserve House TargaryenBaked apple with baking spices open on the first nosing than transforms on the palate into a rich caramel character with hints of clove, red apple and a gentle nuttiness. Fueled by the same fiery spirit of the fierce female leadership of Daenerys Targaryen, this single malt celebrates legendary women and their unwavering perseverance. The Cardhu Distillery was pioneered by Helen Cumming and her daughter-in-law Elizabeth during the 1800s, a time when the whisky industry was almost entirely male-dominated.
The Game of Thrones Whisky Collection Oban Bay Reserve The Night's WatchThe Oban distillery sits beneath the steep cliff that overlooks the bay in the frontier between the west Highlands and the Islands of Scotland, separating land and sea, just as Castle Black, home of The Night's Watch, sits between Westeros and the lands beyond The Wall. The liquid's richness is balanced with a woody, spicy dryness that The Night's Watch could enjoy even on the coldest of nights. Rich notes of cherry pie and candied orange peel open up on the palate that drifts into a wonderful crème caramel and a wisp of charred oak.
Johnnie Walker Game Of Thrones A Song Of Ice Blended Scotch WhiskeyJohnnie Walker A Song of Ice features single malts from Clynelish, one of Scotland's most northern distilleries, and exudes a crisp, clean taste like the unforgiving force of ice that shapes mountains and stops rivers. The new blend has an ABV of 40.2% and the bottle design evokes an icy setting with frosted blue and gray colors inspired by the North, known for its cold winters and frozen landscapes.
Winemaker Nick Goldschmidt!
Goldschmidt Chelsea Goldschmidt Merlot 2017Beautiful red raspberry, black cherry and deep complex aromas. Shows red plum, red currant, blackberry, and a touch chocolate. Full and round mouth feel with soft tannins. A cabernet drinker's Merlot.
Goldschmidt Fidelity Meritage 2017Color is a purple hue with a red middle. Aromas of fresh blueberries and red cherries. The touch of French vanilla oak rounds out a very enticing and complex nose. The palate is again fruit driven. Bright and well-structured with red fruit flavors and a supple finish. Tremendous value for a red blend from a winemaker of more than 30 years in the Alexander Valley. Drink now or over the next five years.
Goldschmidt Katherine Goldschmidt Crazy Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018Nicely focused red cherry and red raspberry aromas. Loaded with red berry fruit flavors with a touch of caramel, dark chocolate, and toasty oak. Well-structured, smoothly textured, and medium bodied. Pronounced white pepper and spice in the finish.
Goldschmidt Hilary Goldschmidt Charming Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2016Deep garnet-purple; concentrated aromas of chocolate and black cherry alongside notes of cinnamon and hazelnut. The entry of this wine is juicy with a silky-smooth texture that builds through the mid-palate. Blackberry and black current flavors are supported with well-integrated oak. Nicely balanced and shows the fresh acidity on the finish that Oakville is known for.
Goldschmidt Singing Tree Chardonnay 2018Light straw color; aromas of lemon-merangue pie, citrus, and melon. Shows juicy grapefruit, passion-fruit, and white peach flavors. Bright and zesty, with a medium-weight mid-palate and lightly oaked.
Forefathers Sauvignon Blanc 2019Light straw color; aromas of gooseberry, passionfruit, melon, and sub-tropical fruits. Initially bright in the mouth but gains considerable weight on the mid-palate. Shows stone-fruit, lemon, and guava flavors. Focused acidity, round texture, and just a dab of sweetness in the finish.
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Domaine LaFage Tessellae Old Vines Blend 2017A joint venture between Eric Solomon and Jean-Marc Lafage, Tessellae old vines is assembled from vineyards on schist that Jean-Marc Lafage farms near Maury in the Agly valley.
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Domaine LaFage Novellum Chardonnay 2019Chardonnay shows up in some remarkable places but few as breathtaking as the Roussillon where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean. From vineyards just a stone's throw from the beach and within view of the historic Mont Canigou, Eric Solomon and Jean-Marc Lafage have created Novellum, a refined, aromatic and elegant Chardonnay that is aged in tank and neutral French barrels.
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Domaine LaFage Bastide Miraflors 2017
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Domaine LaFage Miraflors Rose 2019It's always nice to find a delicious, light, juicy rosé outside of Provence. Sourced from Grenache Gris and Noir vines some nearing 80-years-old, together with a portion of younger Mourvèdre, this is made from early-picked grapes to ensure a fresher style and pressed without crushing for an incredibly pale hue. On the palate there's delicate white peach, orange peel and strawberry flavours underpinned by crisp minerality.
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Domaine LaFage Cuvee Nicolas Grenache Noir 2018Fabulous notes of black raspberry, licorice and crushed violets to go with medium-bodied richness, fine tannin and a supple, pretty profile on the palate, with class and elegance. Drink it over the coming 2-3 years.
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Domaine LaFage Narassa 2017An 80-20 blend of Grenache and Syrah. Almost too good to be true, the 2017 Narassa is based on 82% Grenache and 18% Syrah, with the Grenache coming from the black slate soils of Maury and the Syrah from the higher elevation, sandy, granitic soils of Saint Martin de Fenouillet. Brought up all in used barrels, this full-bodied, deep, meaty Syrah reminds me a top California GSM blend and has a rocking nose of white pepper, black olives, cedarwood, and ample black fruits. At this quality, they could charge three to four times the price.
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Rosé... Rosé... Rosé...
Luc Belaire Luxe Sparkling RoseLuc Belaire luxe rosé is a gorgeous wine with timeless style, made at our award-winning winery in Provence from a classic blend of southern French rose varietals. An ideal complement to the rest of the Belaire range, Luxe Rosé is made with a perfectly-balanced blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Cinsault from France's best terroir and crafted by hand at our historic estate on the beautiful French Riviera. This lush pink wine is showcased in a crystal-clear glass bottle with embossed foil labels: a luxurious and striking package for the exquisite cuvée within. An oak aged dosage and a uniquely proportioned grape blend sets Luxe Rosé apart from the other wines in our line. In the glass, aromas of fresh strawberry and raspberry awaken the senses. The wine is creamy and rich on the palate, with more berry flavors coming to the fore, along with a light touch of wood. A long, velvety finish is the perfect final touch for this surprisingly light, drinkable wine. Belaire Luxe Rosé may be served as an aperitif, with or without ice and fresh fruit, and is a wonderful match for cheeses and desserts.
Huber Sparkling RoseMade from a blend of Zweigelt and Pinot Noir from small single vineyards in the Traisental, this delicate and fresh sparkling rose offers juicy berry fruit and spice aromas and flavors with hints of mineral and citrus. It is dry (12g/l), with lively acidity and a creamy mousse. Crisp, fruit-driven yet creamy on the palate, this is a delicious sparkler to have on hand for easy entertaining. Serve chilled chilled and pair with white meats or grilled fish.
Jean Luc Colombo Cape Bleue Rosé 2018 1.5LSoft, delicate salmon pink color. On the nose, subtle hints of peach, rose petal, watermelon, and tropical fruit. The palate shows dry, round, and full finesse with notes of fresh berries. A great rosé to enjoy on its own or with a wide range of appetizers, fish, poultry dishes and vegetarian fare.
Gerard Bertrand Côte des Roses Rosé 2019A soft, pale, brilliant pink with bluish tints developing over time towards more orangey nuances. The bouquet releases aromas of summer fruits, cassis and redcurrant. Floral notes of rose along with hints of grapefruit complete the picture. The finish is fresh, offering notes of candy. On the palate the impression is fresh and full, with great aromatic persistence and balance. This Languedoc is ideal as an aperitif or with shellfish and subtly spiced dishes.
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Domaine de Triennes Rosé 2019This wine has a bouquet of strawberries and white flowers with hints of vanilla. It has the harmony and elegance that has earned world-wide appreciation of the rosés of Provence. Triennes rosé is the perfect accompaniment to a sunny summer afternoon.
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Chateau d'Esclans Whispering Angel 2019Fresh red berry fruit characteristics with floral nose. Ripe and fleshy feel on the palate. Dry (zero sugar). Great concentration. Smooth and round finish. No astringent aftertaste or bite. Extremely easy drinking. No matter what style of wine you drink, everyone finds something in Whispering Angel that they enjoy and can identify with (from beginner to wine experts).
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Chateau d'Esclans Whispering Angel 2019 1.5LFresh red berry fruit characteristics with floral nose. Ripe and fleshy feel on the palate. Dry (zero sugar). Great concentration. Smooth and round finish. No astringent aftertaste or bite. Extremely easy drinking. No matter what style of wine you drink, everyone finds something in Whispering Angel that they enjoy and can identify with (from beginner to wine experts).
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Lionel Osmin & Cie Villa la Vie en Rosé 2019Pale rose wine with fresh red berries and fruit drops on the nose. Full and refreshing on the palate, with the acidity and richness bringing out the very pleasant aromatic range, reinforcing the first impression on the nose. These bewitching fruity notes will make you see the world through rose-tinted glasses... "La Vie en Rose" as we sing in France... This rosé goes perfectly with numerous dishes, of which the following are a few examples: aperitifs, tapas, summer cuisine, varied salads, tomatoes with mozzarella, Asian cuisine, tomato-based dishes, grilled fishes, sweet-and-savoury dishes, Italian cuisine, pizzas, pasta bolognese, piquillos (or red Pepper's), red berry desserts and especially strawberry desserts, etc.
DAOU Rosé 2019Our 2019 DAOU Discovery Collection Rosé is inspired by the iconic dry rosés of southern France. True to form, this wine is delightfully fragrant and floral, showing lovely aromas of fresh strawberry, sliced peach and watermelon with nuances of hibiscus, cherry and clover honey. The palate is refreshingly crisp yet lusciously smooth, revealing juicy flavors of nectarine, orange, strawberry parfait and golden delicious apple. These primary flavors are underlain by plush, pleasing notes of papaya and honeydew melon, accented with a suggestion of rose hip tea. A long, clean finish lingers with impressions of peach, citrus zest and Barbados cherry.
AIX Provance Rosé 2019AIX Rosé is made in the Provence region of France, just an hour East from the historical city of Aix-en-Provence. AIX was founded in 1880 with the first vines planted in 1973. The vineyard consists of 185 acres of vineyard and is one of the largest domaines in the famous AOP Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence. These vineyards are non-irrigated and on a plateau at an elevation of 1,400 feet above sea level. The mistral winds keep the clusters dry and healthy. The soils vary from sandy, chalky soil to limestone and are highly acidic. AIX nurtures its heritage and has a passion and dedication to make the best Provence rosé. As part of this, all of their grapes are sustainably farmed. AIX Rosé is produced in the typical Provencial style using the direct pressing method. To avoid oxidation, the grapes are cold-soaked and chilled to 46 degrees Fahrenheit. The grape clusters are then destemmed before pressing and are macerated only at low temperatures for 5 to 6 hours. Fermentation is temperature-controlled in stainless steel tanks for 12 to 16 days at 57 degrees to keep the maximum fragility in the nose using monocepage fermentation. To get that beautiful pale pink color Provence Rosés are known for, AIX uses cold stabilization. They maintain the must in a closed tank for one week at around 35 degrees with the lees suspended with a neutral gas. The lees give a lot of aromas and a great body to the wine. The wine is then aged in a stainless steel tank for 2 to 3 weeks before bottling resulting in an AIX Rosé that is elegantly tasty and the perfect wine to drink all year long. TASTING NOTE : A fragrant and well-balanced wine, AIX's hypnotizing salmon pink color reveals a fruity freshness. The nose is delightfully fragrant with delicate balance and crisp acidity. Enjoy the notes of soft, ripe summer fruits particularly watermelon and strawberries. FOOD PAIRING : Salad, grilled fish, poultry, and Asian foods, especially sushi and curry dishes.
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Couly-Dutheil Chinon René Couly Rosé 2019Lovely vibrant rose color, with a fresh and fruity nose showing floral notes. A fruited palate with persistent and refreshing flavors, this wine is well-balanced, easy to drink, and elegant. Delightfully aromatic and showcasing the classic structure associated with the Chinon terroir, this rosé wine is ideally suited to enjoy as an aperitif and to accompany a meal. It can be kept for two or three years.
Domaine LaFage Miraflors Rose 2019It's always nice to find a delicious, light, juicy rosé outside of Provence. Sourced from Grenache Gris and Noir vines some nearing 80-years-old, together with a portion of younger Mourvèdre, this is made from early-picked grapes to ensure a fresher style and pressed without crushing for an incredibly pale hue. On the palate there's delicate white peach, orange peel and strawberry flavours underpinned by crisp minerality.
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Bodegas Breca Rosé 2019An elegant rosé produced from the original clones worldwide of the Garnacha grape, characterized by delicate floral aromatics.
Nicolas Feuillatte Brut Reserve Rose ChampagneThis limited Edition Rose sleeve is an undeniably fresh and vibrant Champagne with a touch of sweet and floral enchantment, perfect for infusing a bit of joy into everyday moments. A symbol of revival, this Champagne is inspired by the "First Bloom of Spring," a time to celebrate life, nature and an awakening of the senses. Perfect for all seasonal celebrations, and a beautiful addition to the dinner table; where friends and family gather.
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Château-Roquefort Cotes de Provence "Corail" Rose 2019The parcels for this rosé are always the same, but the combination is always different. Syrah 29%, Grenache 18%, Carignan 18%, Cinsault 17%, Vermentino 7%, Mourvèdre 6%, Clairette 5% . The wine was produced through direct pressing, partially destemmed. Certain varieties went through a cold maceration for 8 to 24 hours before being pressed. Cold clarification and natural fermentation between 64 and 73F. Gravitational work in the cellar as often as possible. "Corail" is the domaine's rosé and it has classic Provençal characteristics. Pale coral color with a delicately spicy nose of citrus fruits, lively on the palate with notes of white fruits, citrus and a hint of fennel.
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Decoy California Rosé 2019This crisp and elegant Rosé displays enticing aromas of fresh-picked strawberries and honeydew melon, along with hints of orange blossom and guava. On the palate, it is bright and balanced, with layers of vibrant fruit and subtle notes of minerals and spice.
Chateau Pesquie Terrasses Rosé 2019Very pale rosé, bright and limpid. Flavors of small fresh red berries and citrus fruits. The mouth offers a great balance and freshness with aromas of gooseberries, raspberries and citrus, with floral notes. "Les Terrasses" rosé is a delightful aperitif. Suited to grilled meats and fishes, raw or grilled vegetables, charcuterie, soft white cheese, spicy dishes. Fresh fruit based desserts and sorbet.
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Wölffer Grandioso Rosé 2019The color is light shiny new copper. Vibrant floral and hay notes surrounded by classic creamy yeast fill the glass. The mouth-feel has fantastic texture with lovely subtle fruit and is backed by refreshing acidity all interlaced with fine skin-tannins and a beautiful creamy yeast character that is balanced by wonderful classic minerality. The finish is long and savory. This is a very sophisticated Rosé with lots of layers and character that will age very well and is very versatile to be paired with an array of different foods. Serve slightly chilled. This versatile, food-friendly wine pairs well with most foods. Especially promising pairings include smoked salmon, poached or grilled lobster or shrimp, marinated meats and soft cheeses. Hold it till Thanksgiving and you'll have a special-and delicious-surprise for your turkey!
Res Fortes Rousillon Rose 2019Inspired by childhood summers with his wine-loving grandfather in the South of France, Moritz Bak's fascination with the world of wine began. Devoting himself to the study of wine and winemaking, he worked at some of the world's greatest vineyards, and when he was ready returned to the south of France armed with both knowledge and a vision. Having carefully selected and nurtured his vines, he produced his first vintage in 2014. Acclaim and awards soon followed. This passionate mountaineer's winery Res Fortes is named in tribute to his own love for a hard climb and the fortitude of those like him who have followed in the footsteps of the ancient Romans who scaled and civilized this highland corner of southern France. As well as the wines themselves, Res Fortes' elegant bottles and label design prove that the most modern and sophisticated drinking experience can grow from the toughest terrain. A blend of Grenache Noir (40%), Grenache Blanc/Grenache Gris (30%) and Syrah (40%) make this a great easy drinking, dry, summer Rose wine. This wine, Silver Medal winner at The Drinks Business - The Global Rosé Masters 2019, is drinking well, best-served cold, and is ideal to drink on its own. It also drinks well with grilled pork, chicken, fish and is the perfect wine to impress friends over a bbq or summer dinners.
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Sun Goddess Pinot Grigio Ramato 2019Produced with love and passion from sun-kissed vineyards owned by Fantinel family in Friuli Venezia Giulia, where the peculiar microclimate and the precious terroir guarantee premium quality wines. Beautiful pinkish tinge. The bouquet is intense and complex, with hints of fruits (peach, melon, and blackberries) and undergrowth scents. On the palate, it is full-bodied and velvety, with a pleasant acidity, sweet tannins, and a finish rich in mineral sensations. With origins in Italy's northeastern province of Friuli Venezia Giulia, Ramato (Italian for "auburn" or "copper") wines are produced by macerating Pinot Grigio grape must with its skins. The skins' pink hue gives the wine's color from a semi-pale pink to dark orange, depending on maceration "The name SUN GODDESS evokes powerful childhood memories that I carry with me today. I've always loved the sun, and as a child, I always tried to capture the sun's warmth and energy. It was magical to me, and it's with that spirit, that my mom began calling me "Sun Goddess" "Sun Goddess" immediately struck me as the perfect name as it connects my real life, conveys the connection between nature, and the personality of wines I enjoy the most, combined with my style and that of Fantinel." ... Mary J. Blige Elegant and complex, with hints of peach, melon, and blackberries and earthy notes. Round with crisp acidity and a clean finish.


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FOXBOROUGH — The New England Patriots keep winning despite a defense that keeps struggling.
They're missing tackles, giving receivers plenty of space and allowing long gains. Coach Bill Belichick, admired for his defensive brilliance, hasn't figured out how to get his players to correct all that so they won't need to make game-saving plays late in the fourth quarter.
"There are a lot of things that we can do a lot better," linebacker Jerod Mayo said yesterday, "just starting with the fundamentals. Tackling, going out there executing the plays that the coaches call and going out there and getting off of the field on third down are things that we have to improve on."
It took an interception in the end zone by Devin McCourty with 23 seconds left to secure a 37-31 win over the struggling Bills on Sunday. That was less of an outstanding play by McCourty, who caught a ball thrown right to him, than it was a poor one by Buffalo quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick and intended receiver T.J. Graham, who took the blame for it.
Just three week earlier, the Patriots got another turnover on their opponent's last offensive play and escaped with a 29-26 overtime win against the New York Jets. That time, Mark Sanchez fumbled when he was sacked and Rob Ninkovich recovered, ending the game.
But in the third game of the season, the defense couldn't stop the Baltimore Ravens when they got the ball at their 21-yard line with 1:55 left. They made it all the way to the Patriots 9 before Justin Tucker kicked a 27-yard field goal on the final play to give the Ravens a 31-30 win.
"We're lucky that (Sunday) we were not really at our best but still able to win and make enough plays to win. We've also been in a couple games kind of like that, that we didn't win," Belichick said. "You hate to leave it to come down to one play like that, have a little more control of the game than that. That's the National Football League, too. There are an awful lot of games that come down to that one possession, one play."
The defense has been saved by its knack for forcing turnovers at critical times. It leads the AFC with 23 takeaways and is first in the NFL with 13 fumble recoveries. One of the Patriots' two recoveries against Buffalo came at their 1-yard line with the score 34-24 and 9:35 left in the game.
Still, they allowed one of the weakest teams in the NFL to run up big numbers.
The Bills set a club record with 35 first downs. They also gained a season-high 481 yards. Their previous best? Also against the Patriots, 438 yards in a 52-28 loss in the fourth game of the season.
The Patriots have allowed the eighth-most yards in the league, 382.1 per game. They may not think about that when they're just trying to make a play, but McCourty is concerned.
"We worry about that," he said.
Thanks largely to their prolific offense — they lead the NFL with 430.3 yards and 33.2 points per game — the Patriots are 6-3, the only winning record in the AFC East.
"We can always get better and do things a little differently," defensive tackle Vince Wilfork said. "There are some scheme and fundamental things we'd like to clean up, but we got away with a 'W' to be 6-3. You've got to be proud of that."
Their performances against some of the NFL's weaker quarterbacks are nothing to rave above.
Fitzpatrick, Sanchez and Russell Wilson of the Seattle Seahawks threw for their highest yardage totals this season against the Patriots. Joe Flacco, a better passer for one of the top teams, did that with the Ravens.
The Patriots also have been vulnerable to the big play. They've allowed 44 completions of more than 20 yards, nearly five a game. Fitzpatrick had five of those on Sunday.
New England expects cornerback Aqib Talib, obtained from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, to improve the defense when he plays his first game with the Patriots next Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts. While the Patriots were playing the Bills, he completed his four-game suspension for violating the league's policy on performance-enhancing substances.
He'll practice with the Patriots for the first time tomorrow.
"It will be a big week for us, a big game versus the Colts," McCourty said. "Just to get another guy out there that you know is a good player, it will be exciting."
The defense certainly can use the help after Sunday's struggles.
"We had two or three sacks in the game. Guys were out there playing physical," Mayo said. "Those are some of the things that you can take away and build on. But, at the same time, it's hard to look at those things when you give up 30-something points in a game."

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DENVER - Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning is calling hospital victims of the Colorado theatre shooting to lift their spirits.
A spokeswoman for the Medical Center of Aurora says that Manning spoke one-on-one by phone on Saturday afternoon with several patients brought there after the shooting.
Fifty-eight people were wounded after a gunman clad in riot gear opened fire in a crowded theatre early Friday where "The Dark Knight Rises" was being shown. Twelve people have died in the massacre.
The four-time MVP signed with the Broncos this year after missing the 2011 season due to injury.
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Recipe from S. Harvey of Texas
1 lb of ground beef
1 tbsp of chili powder
1 onion, chopped
1 can of tomato soup, pureed
2 cans of water
1 can of whole corn
1 chopped green pepper
salt and pepper to taste
1 pkg Jiffy cornbread mix
Brown beef & onion. Add soup, water, salt, pepper, chili powder, corn and green pepper. Simmer 15 minutes and pour into casserole. Mix Jiffy cornbread mix as on package. Then drizzle cornbread mixture over meat mixture. Bake 350 for 18 to 20 minutes or until cornbread is golden brown.
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NEA Announces Changes for FY12 Grant Process - (November 3, 2010)
The guidelines for preparing an FY12 grant application to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) will look significantly different when released this coming January. Last week, the NEA provided highlights of some of the changes applicants can expect.
The largest NEA grant-making categories, Access to Artistic Excellence and Learning in the Arts for Children and Youth, will be replaced with a new funding category called Art Works, supporting four subcategories:
- Creation: The creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence
- Engagement: Public engagement with diverse and excellent art
- Learning: Lifelong learning in the arts
- Livability: The strengthening of communities through the arts
All types of projects supported in the past under Access to Artistic Excellence will continue to be eligible under the Art Works framework.
Two additional eligibility changes will apply: Any applicant applying for an official Consortium project in Art Works must apply for an "innovative" project. If a grantee has received a Challenge America Fast-Track grant for the past three consecutive years, it is not eligible to apply to the Fast-Track category this year but may apply to other NEA funding opportunities including the new Art Works categories.
The League has posted a more detailed description of changes to the FY12 NEA grant process and will keep you posted regarding further developments!
The League is a member of the Performing Arts Alliance, a coalition of national performing arts service organizations dedicated to advocating for national policies that recognize, enhance, and foster the contributions the performing arts make to America


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Mississippi Judge Indicted: Yet Another 'Name That Party' Story
An Associated Press story by Chris Talbott on the indictment of Mississippi judge Bobby DeLaughter waited until the end of the second paragraph to even name him, and never identified his party:
Miss. Justices Suspend Embattled Judge
The Mississippi Supreme Court suspended a prominent judge Friday who is being investigated for his role in a dispute over fees involving attorney Richard "Dickie" Scruggs.
The court sided with the Mississippi Commission on Judicial Performance, which was concerned that Hinds County Circuit Judge Bobby DeLaughter might have accepted a bribe.
DeLaughter had said this week that he would not fight the action. He is suspended indefinitely.
The hold-off on even using the judge's name is more than a little noteworthy, as the judge is at least semi-famous:
DeLaughter, a former assistant district attorney, rose to national attention for prosecuting Byron De La Beckwith in the early 1990s for the 1963 murder of NAACP field secretary Medgar Evers. The case was portrayed in the 1996 movie "Ghosts of Mississippi," with Alec Baldwin playing DeLaughter.
As to DeLaughter's party, I know we don't even have to ask. But we'll eventually get to the proof in this AP story from February 22:
Lott could be potential witness in Scruggs trial
Oxford — Both the defense and prosecution in the federal bribery case against famed plaintiffs attorney Richard "Dickie†Scruggs and his associates plan to call retired Sen. Trent Lott to the stand if a judge allows testimony about Scruggs' "prior bad acts†in the upcoming trial.
U.S. District Judge Neal Biggers Jr. is considering whether to allow testimony about what a federal witness called a bribery attempt of Hinds County Circuit Judge Bobby DeLaughter in an unrelated case.
It was the second time during a two-day hearing to deal with several motions that the former Republican senator's name was brought up in connection with Scruggs, his brother-in-law.
No, we're not there yet in that February AP story. In fact, we're nowhere near there, though, as you can see above, Trent Lott was identified as a Republican in the third paragraph.
It is in Paragraph 15 of the AP report where DeLaughter's party is finally revealed:
Keker argued that testimony about the alleged bribe attempt should be excluded because there is nothing illegal about a lawyer suggesting a judge for a federal post. He also noted that DeLaughter is a Democrat, making it unlikely that he would be appointed by a Republican administration even if Lott used his considerable influence for his cause.
Par for the course.
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France suggests Europe could help as Gaza monitor
PARIS >> France's president called on the international community to help enforce the cease-fire in Gaza, suggesting Thursday that Europe could play a role in monitoring the dismantling of tunnels dug by Hamas militants as well as helping to secure gateways between Gaza and Egypt and Israel.
The comments Thursday from President Francois Hollande lacked specifics, including how a monitoring mission would be pulled together or who would lead it.
Hollande said France had proposed international supervision of the destruction of the tunnels, securing the re-opening of gateways from Gaza to Israel and Egypt, and providing the Palestinian Authority "the means to respond to the humanitarian crisis and to begin reconstruction."
"Negotiation for negotiation's sake is not enough," he told a gathering of international ambassadors in Paris. "It is Europe that must pressure each one, and not just be a complaints window."
German Foreign Minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier said Britain, France and Germany were working toward a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for sustainable cease-fire in Gaza.
An official at the French president's office, who was not authorized to speak publicly and requested anonymity, said details on any international monitoring mission had yet to be worked out.


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Mont Marte Stretcher Bars are constructed from kiln dried pine and are available in 13 lengths. The benefit of stretching your own canvas is that it allows you to create unusual sizes and formats. It is also the preferred method for many artists who work in a more traditional manner. These stretcher bars feature pre cut interlocking corners that fit tightly into each other. No further gluing or fastening is required of the stretcher bars. Stretcher keys are also provided and can be inserted into the corner joints after canvas has been stretched to provide extra tension.
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studied music at the Lucerne and Bern Colleges of Music, and subsequently cultural sciences and culture management in Ludwigsburg, earning his doctorate in 2005.
He was a staff member of the Southwest German Radio (SWR), research associate at the Institute for Artistic Research of the Bern College of the Arts, founding member and manager of the Biennale Bern, and, after receiving his doctorate, active at the Lower Saxony Ministry of Science, Research, and the Arts as advisor for the "image of the music-land Lower Saxony."
Since June 2008 he has headed the Swiss national research project "eMotion" at the Institute for Design and Art Research of the College of Design and Art in Basel. Tröndle is founding member and member of the board of the Cultural Management Professional Association.
Since 2009 Tröndle has been junior professor for music management and arts research at the Zeppelin University. His research encompasses the areas of cultural management and cultural outreach (emphasis on music), organizational and art theory, as well as aesthetics of economy.


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Very few privateers have been as successful in sportscar racing than Briggs Swift Cunnigham. Born as a rich banker's son in 1907, Cunningham got actively involved in motor racing rather late at the age of 41. He had previously backed others, but he did not drive himself until after his mother died, who very opposed to him racing. His first race was at Watkins Glen and the car was a Buick / Mercedes-Benz hybrid, known as the 'Bumerc', the construction of which Cunningham had backed in 1939. This race really spiked his interest in road racing, in which he actively participated for two decades.
More than anything, Cunnigham was interested in long distance racing and he set his sights on the most legendary of all, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He did not just want to win the event, but he wanted to be the first to do so with an all-American team. After the Duesenbergs and Millers of the 1920s, very few American successes were scored in Europe. Prepared by Phil Walters and Frick and with the help of 1949 winner Luigi Chinetti, two Cadillacs were entered in the 1950 Le Mans race. One of these was fitted with a stock body, but the second was fitted with a custom built, which for obvious reasons was nick-named 'Le Monstre' by the French.
Although the cars were not on the pace, the 10th and 11th place finishes ensured that Cunningham's entries for the 1951 race would be accepted by the picky Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO), which organized the legendary race. To take on the strong competition Cunnigham bought Walters' and Frick's shop to form B.S. Cunningham Co, which was based out of West Palm Beach, Florida. Over the winter of 1950/51 a prototype racer was constructed, the C-1, powered by a Cadillac engine. Cunningham quickly abandoned the Cadillac engine, because of a complete lack of support from the company. He turned to Chrysler, who were willing to support the development and offer their HEMI engines at a 40% discount.
Dubbed the C-2R, the HEMI powered Cunningham was a sophisticated and well constructed affair. A simple, but effective steel tubular frame chassis formed the basis of the C-2. It was suspended at the front by unequal A-arms and at the rear by an exotic DeDion rear axle. The only gearbox available strong enough to cope with the Chrysler Firepower's enormous torque was a Cadillac three speed 'box. The package was clothed in a simple aluminium barchetta style body. Being very well built and very large, the Cunningham was rather overweight, which made the car very hard on the brakes. This was made even worse by the lack of engine braking by going down the gears compared to other cars fitted with four or five speed 'boxes.
Chrysler modified the Firepower engine to produce around 250 bhp, from the 180 bhp available in stock form. Despite the enormous weight of the car, the C-2Rs proved surprisingly competitive. Three cars were entered livered in white with two blue stripes, the first use of racing stripes ever. Two crashed out, but the third car held 2nd position when a bearing and valve failure threw it back considerably. It eventually finished in 18th position. Back in North America, Cunningham started to rack up victories with his racers. At the West Palm Beach factory work was started on a new racer for 1952 and a road car, of which the ACO required 25 to be produced to make Cunningham eligible to run as a separate manufacturer.
For 1952, the C-2R's biggest problems were tackled, which resulted in the smaller and much lighter C-4R. Technically the biggest change was the replacement of the heavy and complex DeDion axle by a simple live axle. Almost half a ton was shaved off the C-2R's weight. Performance was further increased thanks to the reworked Firepower engine, now pumping out over 300 bhp. In North America, the C-4R was virtually unbeatable, so Cunningham was quite confident that he could take on Europe's finest at Le Mans. Three cars were built entered, two with a barchetta body and one with a Kamm designed coupe body.
Again only one Cunningham managed to complete the 24 Hours in one piece. One of the barchettas and the coupe was forced to retire with engine problems. The remaining car, driven by Briggs Cunningham and William 'Bill' Spear, took top honours in their class and recorded a fourth place finish overall. In 1953 all three cars finished in the top ten, with the rebodied C-5R taking a 'best of the rest' spot in third behind the disc-brake D-Types. In 1954, Cunningham recorded another fourth place and secured a class victory for the third year running. This was the end of a very successful career for the V8 engined Cunnigham racers. Briggs Cunningham continued to race at Le Mans for many years with Jaguars, Chevrolets and Maseratis.
Briggs Cunningham's exceptional sportsmanship was not only displayed in cars, but also out on the sea, where he defended the United States' honours in the America's Cup. He won this prestigious sailing race in 1958 as the Captain of the 'Columbia'. As a manufacturer he was slightly handicapped by his ideal of building an all-American racer, which prevented him from using bits and pieces that would have made his cars even more successful. Especially his perseverance of using Firestone tires over the superior Dunlop rubber cost him dearly at Le Mans. Cunningham is a true pioneer who paved the way for people like Carroll Shelby and remains as one of the biggest names in motorsport.
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September 4, 2014
MEDIA ALERT: Equinix Announces Attendance at IBC 2014, Amsterdam
LONDON, Sept. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the global interconnection and data center company, today announced details of its presence at IBC 2014 Conference, taking place September 12-16, 2014 at the Amsterdam RAI.
During IBC, the annual event for professionals engaged in the creation, management and delivery of digital media, Rory Murphy, director, Content and Digital Media and Matt George, senior manager, Field Development, Content and Digital Media, Equinix EMEA, will be available to meet with visitors at stand B21 in Hall 3 and discuss how Equinix's Performance Hub for content and digital media businesses is a key asset in the digital media value chain.
The Equinix Performance Hub™ has been developed in response to the need for media companies to ensure high quality production and distribution of content to consumers on any device at any time and has been built, tested and located in Equinix data centers. By facilitating direct connections to network and cloud providers, Performance Hub enables television and video businesses to swiftly expand and greatly improve performance.
During IBC 2014, Equinix will also be present at the following:
Mobile Video Alliance drinks reception:
4:00 – 4:25 pm CEST, Friday, September 12, 2014
IBC Content Everywhere Cloud Solutions, Hall 3
- A special drinks reception hosted by mobile operator EE and Equinix, the founders of the Mobile Video Alliance, to bringing together a group of companies involved in the true end-to-end mobile video ecosystem.
- The MVA aims to identify, develop and advocate technologies that harmonize the delivery of audio-visual content to mobile devices, with the aim of providing a reliable and enjoyable experience for consumers. The session will address issues around video quality over wireless and mobile networks, fragmentation in the value chain and a range of technical issues such as the evolution of caching and adaptive bit rates.
- The MVA has now moved under the auspices of DTG, the UK industry association for digital television, whose membership includes over 125 companies that drive innovation and growth in the television and technology sectors.
Joint presentation: Microsoft Azure ExpressRoute and Equinix
4:00 – 4:25 pm CEST, Monday, September 15, 2014
IBC Content Everywhere Cloud Solutions, Hall 3
- Join Rory Murphy, director, Content and Digital Media, Equinix and Simon Davies, technical solution professional, Worldwide Azure Team at the IBC Connected World Cloud Solutions Forum, for a free session on how to establish a secure, private, virtual connection from Equinix to Windows Azure to further enhance the security and reliability of cloud computing.
For more information or to arrange a briefing please email firstname.lastname@example.com.
About Equinix
Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), connects more than 4,500 companies directly to their customers and partners inside the world's most networked data centers. Today, businesses leverage the Equinix interconnection platform in 32 strategic markets across the Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific. http://www.equinix.com/.
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