October News and Sales
With summer over, we start to look to the cooler months approaching. Time to get your cellar stocked for those chillier temperatures. To get you started, the following wine styles are on sale up to $15 off.
Cru International Premium (Regularly $144.99 – $149.99 / Now $134.99 – $139.99)
California Chardonnay – Captivating flavours of green apple and tropical fruit enhance an upfront floral bouquet as is expected by the finest California Chardonnays. It will develop to reveal layers of ripe fruit and integrated oak. Food Pairings : Serve with Bok-choy asparagus frittata or French chicken dijon.
Washington State Merlot – A cooler climate style Merlot from Washington, this wine features classic flavours of cassis and chocolate. It is dark and rich with complex notes of blackberries and velvety tannins.Fermenting your wine on GenuWine Winery Dried Grape Skins will add deep hues, enhance the bouquet, and promote chewy tannins for a lingering finish. Food Pairings : Great with Italian sausage pizza or Mediterranean lamb.
British Columbia Pinot Noir – As one would expect from a BC style Pinot Noir, this wine features aromas of black cherries and fresh strawberries. Silky tannins while subtle notes of pepper and spice round out the palate. Food Pairings : Tastes great with Mexican enchiladas or Indian green lentil curry.
Cru Select Platinum Ultra Premium (Reg. $164.99 – $169.99 / Now $152.99 – $157.99)
Italian Pinot Grigio – Made in an Italian style, the bouquet reveals bright citrus and green apple aromas with honeydew tones; an exquisite balance of citrus and acidity. Food Pairings : Excellent with light seafood dishes such as garlic and lemon shrimp or fresh crab salad.
Italian Valpola – An aroma reminiscent of farm fresh cherries backed by streaks of dark chocolate. Toasted oak on the palate helps it age into an Italian style wine of award winning potential. Food Pairings : Enjoy with beef stroganoff or chicken with mushroom and onion gravy.
EN Primeur Winery Series Ultra Premium (Reg. $179.99 – $189.99 / Now $164.99 – $174.99)
South African Sauvignon Blanc – Aromas of apple, lemon, and kiwi on the nose and hints of lemon and herbaceous flavours on the palate. Expect a zesty finish to this elegant wine. Food Pairings : Enjoy with fish and chips or grilled shrimp and spring vegetables.
Chilean Malbec – A brilliant bouquet of dark fruits with subtle hints of oak, vanilla, and spices. Strong plum and berry flavours balanced by moderate tannins on the palate. Fermenting your wine on GenuWine Winery Crushed Grape Skins will enhance the bouquet and contribute soft velvety tannins for a round, juicy mouthfeel. Food Pairings : Perfect with pasta and spicy sausage or BBQ chicken.
Italian Super Tuscan – An assertive wine with aromatics of fresh raspberries supported by subtle hints of vanilla and earth. A concentrated palate of blackberries and black pepper with firm tannins. Fermenting your wine on GenuWine Winery Crushed Grape Skins will enhance the bouquet and contribute soft velvety tannins for a round, juicy mouthfeel. Food Pairings : Great with slow-cooked beef and pork or aged cheese.
We’re now taking reservations for our 2022 RQ line up. The theme.. Passion takes the stage in the Olé Collection. The wine styles have been released. They are as follows;
January 2022 – La Cueca – Chilean Sauvignon Blanc
January 2022 – El Tango – Argentinean Malbec/Bonarda/Syrah Blend
February 2022 – La Zambra – Spanish Monastrell
March 2022 – El Pasodoble – Spanish Petit Verdot
April 2022 – El Flamenco – Spanish Rosé Garnacha
More information will be coming soon.
LAST CALL for all 2021 RQs ! They are going extremely quick, so please call the store as soon as possible to reserve yours today. I do not want you to miss out. Here is a quick update of the styles and how many are still remaining.
The Empress – Spanish Tempranillo Merlot (0) SOLD OUT!!!
The Emperor – French Cabernet Sauvignon (0) SOLD OUT !!!
The Chariot – Spanish Muscat (3) LEFT
The Magician – Italian Nero D’Avola (1) LEFT
The Wheel of Fortune – French Rosé (0) SOLD OUT !!!
And finally, the store will be closed from Friday October 1st – Sunday October 3rd (Administrative Reset), and Monday October 11th(Thanksgiving).