Happy New Year! January Specials! New 2023 RQs available! Holiday and winter vacation hours!
Happy New Year!
I would like to thank you for your continued patronage and wish you all the best in 2023. A few things to get to. Firstly the following wines are on sale for the month of January.
JANUARY SPECIALS!
Cru International Premium Kits (Reg. $144.99 – $149.99 / Now $134.99 – $139.99)
Australian Cabernet Sauvignon – A classic Cabernet Sauvignon with a nose of blackcurrants, dark chocolate and subtle toasty notes with hints of coffee and vanilla notes on the palate. Pairs well with meatloaf and mashed potatoes or prime rib au jus.
German Riesling – Clean, crisp, and slightly fruity, this wine is full of fruit flavour with an intense and pleasing aroma. You will want to savour through to the last sip. Works well with Thai and Chinese take-out, pork tenderloin and light seafood fare.
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. Great with Italian sausage pizza or Mediterranean lamb.
Cru Select Platinum Series Premium Kits (Reg. $164.99 – $169.99 / Now $154.99 – $159.99)
Argentinian Trio – This modern New World white highlights the apricot and floral notes of Viognier, the minerality of Riesling, and the tropical aromas of Chardonnay. Serve with chicken and root vegetables or grilled fish, potato and mushrooms.
Italian Sangiovese – This deep ruby red wine with aromas of tobacco, ripe plums and black cherries will remind you of Tuscany. The palate offers explosive notes of blackberries, prunes, and vanilla. Serve with penne alla vodka or chicken parmigiana.
Secondly, don’t forget some of the amazing wines that will be available to you starting in January.
The Charisma Collection
This year, RQ2023 Restricted Quantities invites you to experience the magic of craft winemaking with an expressive collection of alluring wines that will charm you at first sip but make a lasting impression with their magnetic power. Deeply energetic, captivating and attractive, these five charismatic creatures hailing from Australia and South Africa – Vivid, Majestic, Alluring, Dazzling, and Elegant – are bound to enrapture the winemaker in you. Please take note of their release dates.
VIVID – AUSTRALIAN GRENACHE SHIRAZ MOURVȄRE
Aromatic and feathery yet passionately intense, VIVID embodies new-world sophistication as the most distinguished blend in the room! Charming with its complex red fruit flavours, this spicy Australian Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre extrovert is not only socially adored, but a fiery entertainer with a vibrant and invigorating personality.
Spicy flare with a nose of juicy red fruits and ripe cherries. Smoked meatiness and chocolate flavour on the palate. Tannins are feathery and velvety smooth. A sublime pairing for Braised Beef Stew, Lamb & Rosemary Pie or Chicken Schnitzel.
January 2023 Release
MAJESTIC – AUSTRALIAN SEMILLION SAUVIGNON BLANC
Making a splash with its premium signature style, MAJESTIC swirls an instant attraction. Fruit driven and regally crisp, this fragrant Australia Semillion Sauvignon Blanc sings harmoniously together. Beautifully balanced with a graceful succulence, never has a spectacular blend been so melodically intriguing.
A fresh bouquet of ripe apples, pear and gooseberry with a hint of oak. Delicate grassy and herbaceous flavour notes. Deliciously aromatic with a medium-long finish. An enchanted match for Oven Roasted Cherry Tomato Salmon Trout, Grilled Garlic & Herb Prawns or Creamy Chicken Risotto.
January 2023 Release
ALLURING – AUSTRALIAN MERLOT
Velvety, sensual and romantic at heart, ALLURING sparks an undeniable attraction worthy of turning heads around the globe. Ripe and plush with a soft finish, this arousing plummy Australian Merlot pulls you right into the glass. Adored for its wildly popular taste and easy-going charm, it’s not surprising that this irresistible beauty captivates winemakers everywhere.
Wonderfully fleshy with big hits of plum, jam, raisin and red berries. Gently spiced, silky tannins and a smoky oak finish, round out a phenomenally suave demeanor. Pairs beautifully with Root Vegetable Pork Roast, Gruyère Potatoes au Gratin or Peppery Sausage Lasagna.
February 2023 Release
DAZZLING – SOUTH AFRICAN PINOTAGE
Distinctly striking and audacious, DAZZLING fearlessly claims your attention with its stunning profile. Delivering an unforgettable smoky aroma, this uniquely famous South African Pinotage is proudly bolder than its predecessors Cinsault and Pinot Noir. Thrilling palettes with coffee flavours, you can expect this admired powerhouse to entice legions of fans the world over.
Upfront smoky aromas, prunes and blackberries on the nose. Indulgent espresso on the palate makes for a remarkably firm and unique pour. Impressive pairing for Coffee Rubbed Ribs, Braai Portobello Burgers or Beef & Mustard Seed Curry.
March 2023 Release
ELEGANT – SOUTH AFRICAN CHENIN BLANC CHARDONNAY VIOGNIER
Intriguingly floral and luxuriously lithe, ELEGANT upholds an impressive and well-balanced swagger. This exceptionally bright South African Chenin Blanc Chardonnay Viognier is exquisitely adaptive and wildly versatile. Lingering citrus notes and herbaceous aromas inspire a stylish, respected and fiercely beloved blend that lingers long past its first encounter.
Divine pink grapefruit, pear, peach, lemon and citrus aromas burst like sunshine on the palate! Floral undertones and delicate spice leave a nuanced mouthfeel. Couple with Sage Butter Chicken, Pan-Roasted Lobster with Chive Beurre Blanc or Grilled Pork & Apple Salad.
April 2023 Release
And lastly the store is currently closed until Monday January 2, 2023 and the store will also be closed from January 25th to February 2nd for our family winter vacation. We will reopen on February 3rd.