October’s New Crazy 8 Sale Continues & RQ2021 Pre-orders
Firstly, Autumn is here, and now is a great time to get stocked up on some of your favourite wines. I hate to say it but the cold weather will be hear soon enough. That said the following 8 wines are sale $5 to $10 off their regular price. I know there is a lot of information in this email, but please read through, as I wouldn’t want you to miss out on our Restricted Quantity wines.
GRAND Cru 10L Premium Kits ($5.00 off each)
Easy drinking wines that taste delicious with little to no ageing. Enjoy with any meal, or sip a glass on its own.
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. Food Pairings : Serve with buttery steamed bass or a cheese soufflé.
Valpola – An intense, deep-coloured red wine boasting a velvety yet fruity flavour with a long, lingering finish. Aging will only add to the complexity of this food-friendly wine. Food Pairings : Pairs well with ground turkey burgers or pepperoni pizza.
Cru International 12L Premium Kits ($5.00 off each)
Whether you enjoy tantalizing reds or exciting whites, Cru International has the perfect international wine style for you.
Italian Pinot Grigio – An enticing deep apple and grapefruit bouquet with apple and citrus notes that follow through to the palate and linger with a dry finish. This Pinot Grigio is made in the true northern Italian style. Food Pairings : Pairs well with Creole shrimp or Italian orzo risotto.
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.
Cru Select Platinum Series 16L Ultra Premium Kits ($10 off each)
A treasure for wine enthusiasts looking to try new grape varieties and wine styles from around the world.
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.
Chilean Malbec – Aromas of crushed blackberries and vanilla follow through to a densely packed palate boasting chocolate and abundant oak tones. This wine showcases the Malbec grape at its best. Food Pairings : Serve with duck confit or country-style ribs and BBQ sauce.
EN Primeur Winery Series 18L Ultra Premium Kits ($10 off each)
The most authentic craft winemaking experience, enabling you to craft age-worthy wines of distinction that will impress every wine connoisseur.
Australian Cabernet Sauvignon – This complex, full-bodied wine has an appealing aroma of plump blackberries, sweet vanilla, and fresh violets while cherries, pepper spice, and rich tannins grace 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 : Delicious with braised beef short ribs or fig and Brie.
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.
Secondly, the 2021 Restricted Wines have been announced. Journey into the mystical realm of tarot and discover new experiences in wine with these 5 limited releases:
The Empress – Spanish Tempranillo Merlot
Limited Release
Pre-Order Only – Closes Nov. 13th
Available January 2021
This dry, medium-bodied wine hints of deep red fruit with alluring aromas of plum and currant. Heady spices, earth and smoke linger with a moderate tannic finish. Food Pairings : Carne asada or Barbacoa tacos (beef tacos) or Grilled pork chops beside roasted potatoes
18L with GenuWine Winery Dried Grape Skins, French & American oak chip blend, and Bourgovin RC 212 yeast, 30 labels & shrinktops
The Chariot – Spanish Muscat
Limited Release
Pre-Order Only – Closes Nov. 13th
Available January 2021
Soft, sweet floral notes mingle with exotic aromas. This off-dry white wine balances lemon’s acidity with flavors of peach, apple, honey and spice for a delicious finish. Food Pairings : Ideal with spicy Asian cuisine, antipasto, peach cobbler, or lemon poppy breads
18L with QA 23 yeast, 30 labels & shrinktops
The Emperor – French Cabernet Sauvignon
Limited Release
Pre-Order Only – Closes Nov. 13th
Available February 2021
This classic Cabernet offers flavours of cassis, ripe plum and red berry fruit. Integrated tannins with a balanced acidity create easy-drinking experiences.Food Pairings : Fantastic with grilled meats, fine cheeses, and savoury appetizers
18L with GenuWine Winery Dried Grape Skins, French & American oak chip blend, and Bourgovin RC 212 yeast, 30 labels & shrinktops
The Magician – Italian Nero d’Avola
Limited Release
Pre-Order Only – Closes Nov. 13th
Available March 2021
This full bodied wine bursts with aromas of plum, cherry, toasted oak, and pepper that mingle with soft spices for a robust finish. Food Pairings : Great with meaty burgers, beef chili, & mushroom dishes
18L with GenuWine Winery Dried Grape Skins, French oak (American granular oak powder), and Bourgovin RC 212 yeast, 30 labels & shrinktops
The Wheel of Fortune – French Rosé
Limited Release
Pre-Order Only – Closes Nov. 13th
Available April 2021
Berry and floral aromas combine with hints of spice and delicate sweetness for a light, yet crisp, flavorful finish. Food Pairings : Ideal with charcuterie, salads, Caprese pasta and seafood
Bourgovin RC 212 yeast, 30 labels & shrinktops
Our website is now updated with complete information regarding these wines.
And lastly, we will be open Thanksgiving weekend !