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NIAGARA MIST COMPARES TO WINEXPERT ISLAND MIST.
A UNIQUELY REFRESHING WINE BEVERAGE WITH A BOLD SPLASH OF RIPE FRUIT.
The Niagara name has become synonymous with incredible wines and wonderfully tasty fruits. Niagara Mist™ combines famous wine varietals with sassy fruit flavours. Delightfully light and refreshing, exciting combinations such as Peach Chardonnay, Green Apple Sauvignon Blanc or Cranberry Shiraz are the perfect beverage choice for any occasion.
INCLUDES FREE PEEL AND STICK LABELS!!! ($4.99 Value)
4-WEEK, 7.5L. KIT/ MAKES 23 LITRES
Black Cherry Pinot Noir
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 6 Alcohol vol: 7.5
Youll enjoy the super enhanced Pinot Noir varietal characteristics of fresh red berries and luscious black cherries. Pair this fruit forward wine with a salmon topped salad for a culinary delight. Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (6) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Tomato Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef
Black Berry Malbec
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol vol: 7.5
The intense fruit flavours of Malbec and the refreshing notes of blackberry dance on the palate. This slightly bold fruity wine will harmonize with the spicy flavours of beef empanadas and spicy meat pies. Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (5).
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Spicy Sauces & Spices, Tomato Sauces & Spices, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef, Asian, Indian
BluePom White Merlot
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol vol: 7.5
This hot, exotic new blush style combines the aromatics and flavours of red berry fruits found in White Merlot with that of the tangy Blueberry and tart Pomegranate. The resulting wine is an eruption of sweet and juicy flavours that will leave you speechless. Excellent on its own or with yogurt. Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (5) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Pork, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef
Cranberry Shiraz
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 3 Alcohol vol: 7.5
Rich in colour and flavour, the cranberry bouquet and flavour of this wine are gently complimented by the spicy characteristics typical of Shiraz. A cool Cranberry Shiraz paries well with beef kabobs on the grill. Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (3) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Spicy Sauces & Spices, Pork, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef, Asian, Indian
Green Apple Sauvignon Blanc
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol vol: 7.5
Green apple sweetness is balanced with the crisp finish from the Sauvignon Blanc grape making this wine exceptionally refreshing. This tangy beachside beverage is great with summer salads and seafoods. Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (5) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Tomato Sauces & Spices, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Delicate Fish, Salad, Asian, Indian
Peach Chardonnay
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol vol: 7.5
A tasty combination of ripe, sweet fruit and the smooth butteriness of Chardonnay is a refreshing treat on a hot summer day. Enjoy this refreshing treat when pork chops with fruit chutney is on the menu. Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (5) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl
Pink Grapefruit Blush
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 3 Alcohol vol: 7.5
This wine is bursting with thirst quenching citrus flavours. Sweet yet slightly tart, this incredibly refreshing wine will cool you down on the hottest of days. Pair this citrus treat with a fresh fruit platter and mild cheeses. Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code(3) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
None
Raspberry Merlot
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol vol: 7.5
This smooth wine has invigorating fruit flavours of plump sun-ripened berries combined with the natural blackberry character of Merlot. A perfect sweet and velvety beverage for summer sipping with a grilled burger on the side. Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (5) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Pork, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef
Raspberry Dragon Fruit White Shiraz
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol Vol: 7.0
This blush style wine has been given some fire of excitement with the addition of sweet dragon fruit then gently splashed with tangy cool raspberries. Ignite the grill and sear some spicy shrimp skewers, or prepare some Thai green curry cuisine for a night of fire and ‘flare’.
Sangria Zinfandel Blush
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol vol: 7.5
This sweet and easy drinking summertime wine punch is a medley of seasonal fruits that can now be enjoyed year round. Your nose will be enlightened be scents of orange, lemon and lime that will marry with cherries on your tongue to create a sensational sipper that balances sweet, citrus flavors! A great brunch beverage! Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (5) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Spicy Sauces & Spices, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef, Asian, Indian
Strawberry Lychee Traminer
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol Vol: 7.0
Sweet and tangy lychee fruit complements the similarly exotic Gewürztraminer, while ripe strawberries add an interesting twist to the experience. Asian inspired dishes and Szechwan spiced foods will never be the same.
Strawberry White Zinfandel
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol vol: 7.5
This refreshing fruit wine has an exquisite bouquet of fresh picked strawberries. This refreshing wine perfectly compliments a grilled chicken sandwich and a strawberry spinach salad. Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (5) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Spicy Sauces & Spices, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef, Asian, Indian
Tangerine Pinot Grigio
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol vol: 7.5
Tanatalize your taste buds with this lively and refreshing beverage bursting with zingy citrus flavours that are unmistakably tangerine! Boasting Pinot Grigio’s crispness and a touch of spice, this wine is a sensory delight. A perfect beverage to serve along side grilled scallops and shrimp kabobs or your favourite spicy cheeses.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Delicate Fish, Salad
Tropical Fruit Riesling
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol vol: 7.5
Bursting with aromas and flavours of juicy sweet pineapple, mango and kiwi, Rieslings subtle citrus notes create the perfect clean crisp finish. A delicious refresher any time with a tangy Asian salad or chicken stir-fry. Includes Sweet Reserve Pack, Sugar code (5) with Sweet Reserve Pack.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Spicy Sauces & Spices, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl, Delicate Fish, Salad, Asian, Indian
White Pear Pinot Grigio
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 5 Alcohol Vol: 7
Juicy sweet pears, a splash of lemon, and notes of custard and white flowers, dance and sing from first approach to the refreshing finish. Perfect alongside calabrese bread topped with pear and melted brie, or try with spicy Thai cuisine.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese
Wildberry White Zinfandel
SALE PRICE $51.99 compare at $69.95
Niagara Mist Sugar Code: 4 Alcohol vol: 7.5
Your senses will run wild after being exposed to this ensemble of luscious berry fruits which includes blueberries, blackberries and raspberries. This irresistible blush wine combines the sweet and easy drinking White Zinfandel with a rush of candy-flavoured forest berries that will have you begging for more. An ideal drink anytime that pairs nicely with a plain yogurt or desserts such as cheese cake and vanilla ice cream.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Spicy Sauces & Spices, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef, Asian, Indian
CELLAR CRAFT STERLING COMPARES TO RJ SPAGNOLS GRAND CRU INTERNATIONAL COLLECTION SERIES.
Light enough for sipping on their own – hearty enough to compliment your favourite meals.
The 12 litre Sterling Collection wine kits produce wines with more pronounced character, more body, and more flavour that you will proudly serve for special meals and to special guests. The reds contain a unique, varietal-specific Virgin Crushed Grape Pack for true fermented-on-the-skins flavour and aromas. Usually bottled in as little as 5 – 6 weeks. The whites can be enjoyed with only 2-4 weeks of cellaring while the reds will require a few months to show their charm. Available in unique “Global Cuvée” blends and “Regional Classics” styles.
5-WEEK, REDS 12L. KIT /MAKES 23 LITRES
WHITE WINES
Chardonnay California Reserve
SALE PRICE $71.99 compare at $87.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol:
The 12 litre must pack contains California Chardonnay concentrate blended with flavourful Santa Barbara Chardonnay juice. We have included 30 grams of toasted French oak with the kit; however, we suggest this as an optional additive. The “Naked” style focuses attention on the complex fruit character making the wine more refreshing and versatile. Grapefruit, green apple, and pear aromatics dominate the nose. The medium body is clean and crisp with flavours of green apple and citrus which continue through the wonderful finish. The wine comes together in a couple of months and should be enjoyed within a year or so. Serve lightly chilled on its own or with seafood, chicken, pork, or vegetable dishes. Best with foods that are not too heavily sauced.
Johannisberg Riesling California Reserve
SALE PRICE $73.99 compare at $87.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol:
California Johannisberg Riesling is lighter and less exuberant than cooler climate Rieslings, but still reflects the bright citrus and ripe fruit character that makes Riesling one of the more versatile white wines. Finished with a Flavour Reserve to balance the wine’s natural acidity and highlight the fruity notes of the wine. An off-dry sensory impression. Serve as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to most foods. Works especially well with Asian dishes, fish, pork, and chicken. Let the wine rest at least 2-4 weeks after bottling. Then serve lightly chilled. Usually enjoyed within 12 months.
Pinot Grigio California Reserve
SALE PRICE $71.99 compare at $87.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol:
We have added just enough Yakima Pinot Gris to our California Pinot Grigio to elevate the aromatics and finish of the wine to a level above the norm. The nose has a pronounced, refreshing citrus character with a back note of juicy peach. The mouth-feel is crisp with citrus qualities and the overall sensation delightfully lingers through a good finish. Begins to show harmony and balance after a few months and is usually consumed within a year. Serve lightly chilled as an aperitif or with light chicken, fish, or pork dishes. Works well with most Asian foods.
Sauvignon Blanc Lake County California
SALE PRICE $71.99 compare at $87.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol:
Juice and concentrate from Lake County produces a fresh, crisp, medium-bodied wine with restrained aromas of gooseberry and lime followed by refreshing light flavours of fruit and a bracing core. We suggest using the French oak as an optional additive. An excellent wine for social sipping, with appetizers, chicken, and fish. A classic pairing with soft goat cheese. Chill and enjoy a couple of months after bottling.
BLUSH WINES
White Shiraz California Reserve
SALE PRICE $71.99 compare at $87.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 1 Alcohol Vol: 12
12 litres of must from California Shiraz, which received minimum skin contact, is the heart of this wine. An all natural, 230 ml Flavour Reserve (featuring Viognier) is added after fermentation to add body, elevate the aromatics and create a just off-dry finish. The light salmon colour comes from the brief skin contact. The nose has complex layers of honeysuckle, strawberry, apricot, and tropical fruit. On the palate, the wine is smooth and round with notable strawberry flavour and a suggestion of tropical fruit. Don’t confuse this as just another take on White Zinfandel! The wine shows well after a couple months of ageing and is usually consumed within a year. Serve lightly chilled as an aperitif or with light foods. Try it with chicken, salads, desserts, and Asian dishes.
RED WINES
Amarone Global Cuvée
SALE PRICE $81.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
Uses an Italian Valpolicella blend made with Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes. Fermented on a 1.5 litre virgin crushed grape pack made from equal portions of California Cabernet and Barbera grapes and sun-dried red wine grapes. A robust wine with an earthy aroma backed by notes of spice and vanilla. When young, concentrated flavours of black cherry and figs compete with un-mellowed oak, firm tannins, and an alcohol level above 14%. Six months in the bottle will bring harmony to the flavours and softer tannins for a rich, well-rounded mouth feel and lingering finish. Another year or two of aging will create a truly special wine. This wine can be sipped like Port or can take on your most robust foods like game, sticky ribs, rich pasta, or blue cheese.
Barbera Global Cuvée
SALE PRICE $77.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
10.5 litres of must using California and Italian Barbera is fermented on a 1.5 litre virgin California Barbera crushed grape pack to deliver a medium-bodied wine with unique complexity and character. Deep crimson colour. Fruity aromatics dominated by raspberry and blackberry with light spicy notes and a suggestion of vanilla. Well-rounded mouth-feel. Flavours of black fruit and a nice finish. Six months ageing is recommended to refine the balance between fruit, spice, tannins and oak. Will continue to develop for more than a year. This wine should match well with a wide variety of hearty foods — Italian pasta with tomatoes, eggplant, chicken, or red meats. Anything barbequed.
Cabernet Sauvignon California Reserve
SALE PRICE $77.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
This California Cabernet, fermented on a 1.5 litre virgin crushed California Cabernet Sauvignon grape pack, delivers a characteristically firm-tannin wine with loads of black fruit character made more interesting by the vanilla notes from the oak. The aromatics suggest blackberry and black currant. Flavour is centered around red and black currants which remain evident through the nice finish. Six months of ageing should reveal a harmonized wine with somewhat softened tannins, but the wine will improve for a year or two. This is a wine to serve with beef and lamb.
GSM International Reserve
SALE PRICE $81.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
We picked a classic mix of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvédre grapes in Gard, France, on the west side of the Rhône river, for the foundation of this example of Southern Rhône-style wine. The French juices were augmented with Syrah concentrate from California to add body and depth of flavour. Fermentation on the French virgin crushed grapes produces a dark, toasty, and racy wine typical of the Rhône. Bright fruit and violet aromas define the nose. Blackberry, black cherry, fig, cocoa, and licorice flavours intermingle on the palate. The finish lingers with more fruit, herbs, and a suggestion of spice. The wine shows best with 6 to 12 months of age. Pairs well with chicken, pork, and roasted vegetable dishes. With age, stands up well to grilled or roasted beef.
Malbec Shiraz California Reserve
SOLD OUT ETA JUL 2012
SALE PRICE $79.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
A take on a wildly popular blend of Malbec and Shiraz first introduced from Argentina that is already the number one brand in Canada, the US, and Australia. The finished medium-bodied wine is bright red with purple hues and is inflected with juicy red and black fruit notes, subtle spice (black pepper), and an inviting vanilla accent. The flavours are in fine balance with the natural fruit acids and soft tannins, making a very pleasant and quaffable red. The wine shows well after 2 -3 months and will continue to develop for at least 12 months in the bottle. We do, however, expect that most batches will be thoroughly enjoyed within 6 months, and we won’t scold you if you follow that pattern. It matches well with a wide variety of foods. Always at home with beef, pork, and chicken from the BBQ, pastas, and pizza.
Merlot California Reserve
SALE PRICE $77.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
California Merlot with a 1.5 litre virgin crushed California Merlot grape pack. The wine releases aromas of raspberry and cherry, and a subtle toasted note followed by flavours of raspberry and strawberry. Gentle tannins and well-integrated oak contribute structure to the fruit-driven profile without being too aggressive. Should show its true character in about 6 months, but will continue to develop for at least a year. This soft red pairs with red meats and will work well with roast chicken.
Pinot Noir California Reserve
SALE PRICE $77.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
We use 10.5 litres of California Pinot Noir must (and an accent of Pinotage) fermented on a 1.5 litre virgin California Pinot Noir crushed grape pack for this bright and fruity wine. Expect to enjoy lively black cherry and cranberry aromas and flavours against subtle spice and almond in the background. A few months of ageing will subdue the oak and tannins to let the fruit shine and define the medium-length finish. May be cellared for a year or more. The soft, light to medium-bodied wine may be lightly chilled and enjoyed as an aperitif, or serve with chicken, pork, or simple beef dishes (not recommended for your best steaks or rich, braised foods).
Pairs well with salmon.
Syrah California Reserve
SALE PRICE $73.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
California Syrah fermented on a 1.5 litre virgin crushed California Syrah grape pack produces a complex wine which reveals notes of red currant, black pepper, vanilla, and toast — all wrapped together in a slightly earthy manner. Gentle tannins guide the wine through a nice finish. Age at least 6 months to enjoy the integrated flavour. Will continue to develop for at least a year or two and probably longer. A great wine for hearty barbequed meats.
Tempranillo International Reserve
SALE PRICE $77.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
We harvested Tempranillo grapes in La Mancha, Spain to capture the essence of the region’s most famous red wine style. California Tempranillo concentrate has been added for more varietal flavour and extra body. After fementation on the virgin crushed Spanish Tempranillo grapes, the medium-bodied wine shows lively blackberry and plum flavours with hints of vanilla, cocoa, and tobacco. Picks up spice and herbs on the finish. Age 6 months or more to enjoy the full, balanced complexity. Lively and bright enough for light dishes. Enough tannin and grip for cured, roasted, or grilled meat and fowl courses.
Zinfandel Lodi Old Vines California
SALE PRICE $77.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Sterling Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
A medium-bodied Zinfandel, with juice and concentrate from Lodi, that shows complex dark fruit and spice notes. Attractive tannins and added depth are contributed by fermentation with the virgin crushed grapes and untoasted American oak. An attractive wine that is a sound choice for social situations and with most red meats and pasta dishes. Widely chosen as the house favourite for barbeques. Inviting after a few weeks, but shows more depth and balance after about 6 months and will continue to develop for a couple of years. Serve at cellar temperature.
For something special after a great meal, or simply as a luxurious indulgence, try one of our delectable dessert wines. Our dessert wine kits contain 12 litres of full strength must and produce 12 litres of finished wine in 6 weeks. You add no water!
6-WEEK, 12L. KIT /MAKES 12 LITRES
Classic Cream Sherry (Style)
SALE PRICE $71.99
Cellar Craft Specialty Dessert Sugar Code: 10 Alcohol Vol: 17.5
Our sherry style wine has a concentration of scents, flavours, and finish that captures the appeal of the finest cream sherries. Oak contact and exposure to elevated temperatures mimics the conditions of traditional “solara” ageing. The resultant complex aroma is enveloping. Subtle citrus fragrance precedes notes of coffee, caramel, tobacco, and cocoa. The velvety flavour suggests dried fruit, vanilla, and almonds. There is a balance of sweetness, richness, and maturity. The finish provides a lingering farewell as the concentrated flavours of dates and figs slowly dissolve on the palate. Serve at room temperature or lightly chilled.
Classic Port (Style)
SALE PRICE $73.99
Cellar Craft Specialty Dessert Sugar Code: 10 Alcohol Vol: 17.5
In the Portuguese tradition, this wine is made from a blend of several grape varieties, including grapes indigenous to Southwest Europe. Intense fruit character and depth of flavour at bottling. Like all Ports, however, you’ll be rewarded if you can set some bottles aside for a year or two. The kit produces up to 17.5% alcohol. Brandy may be added to elevate the alcohol even further and add to the true Port taste.
Gewürztraminer Dessert Wine
SALE PRICE $77.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Specialty Dessert Sugar Code: 10 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
Gewürztraminer grapes from Washington’s Yakima Valley burst with spice, exotic lychee aromas and richly intense flavours. A rare sensory experience.
Orange Muscat Port (Orange Flavoured White Port)
SALE PRICE $93.99
Cellar Craft Specialty Dessert Sugar Code: 10 Alcohol Vol: 16
Muscat dessert wine with natural orange essence. Exudes aromas of orange and spice. Flavours of honey, orange and lychee. Intense. Enjoy in its youth. Serve chilled.
Porto Cortino (Ruby Port & Black Currant)
SALE PRICE $75.99
Cellar Craft Specialty Dessert Sugar Code: 10 Alcohol Vol: 16
Classic Ruby Port infused with flavourful black currant. Intense, rich and savory! 16% alcohol. Enjoy after 2 or 3 weeks aging. Best after a year in the bottle.
Washington Riesling Dessert Wine
SALE PRICE $81.99 compare at $94.95
Cellar Craft Specialty Dessert Sugar Code: 10 Alcohol Vol: 12.5
Made with Washington State Johannisberg Riesling. Formulated with an extra measure of concentrated fruit. This produces intensely complex aromatics and flavours as well as a rich, lingering finish. The sensory impact is reminiscent of wines made from frozen grapes. Peach, apricot, and honey notes stand out on both the nose and the palate. The wine can be enjoyed young or cellared for several months for extra depth and a more harmonious sensory impression. Chill lightly, serve in a snifter, and lose yourself in the heady perfume. Pairs well with ripe fruit and the richest of desserts.
LEGACY COMPARES TO WINEXPERT SELECTION ORIGINAL.
BRINGING THE TRADITION AND HERITAGE OF PREMIUM WINES INTO YOUR HOME.
Legacy ultra-premium 6 week wine kits are skillfully blended from vintage-class varietal grape juices and concentrates from renowned wine producing countries around the world. Each kit comes complete with everything required to make exceptional wines to enjoy on any occasion including professionally designed bottle labels. Legacy wines will develop even richer characters with traditional cellar aging.
6-WEEK, 16L. KIT/ MAKES 23 LITRES
WHITE WINES
Chardonnay
SALE PRICE $85.99 compare at $130.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
A classic single varietal with deep straw yellow colour, a fruit-forward bouquet and a balancing touch of oak. Flavours of crisp, green apple and tropical fruit dominate the palate. Enjoy with stuffed turkey and roasted chicken.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl
Gewurztraminer
SALE PRICE $87.99 compare at $126.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 2 Alcohol vol: 12.5
A distinctive and exotic wine with an intriguing floral bouquet. An off dry white wine with flavours of lychee nut and grapefruit. This wine is superb along side spicy dishes such as a chicken curry.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Spicy Sauces & Spices, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl, Delicate Fish, Asian, Indian
Liebfraumilch
SALE PRICE $79.99 compare at $124.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 2 Alcohol vol: 12.5
Johannisberg Riesling is the feature variety in this popular German style wine. It has light fruit on the palate and is enjoyed dry or slightly sweetened. Excellent paired with Asian cuisine and spicy chicken dishes.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Spicy Sauces & Spices, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl, Delicate Fish, Asian, Indian
Piesporter
SALE PRICE $81.99 compare at $128.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 2 Alcohol vol: 12.5
This popular German wine is delicate yet refreshing with a fragrant bouquet accented by hints of honey. An excellent choice for summer salads, lightly spiced chicken and mild curry dishes.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Spicy Sauces & Spices, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl, Delicate Fish, Asian, Indian
Pinot Grigio
SALE PRICE $81.99 compare at $131.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
This popular German wine is delicate yet refreshing with a fragrant bouquet accented by hints of honey. An excellent choice for summer salads, lightly spiced chicken and mild curry dishes.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Spicy Sauces & Spices, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl, Delicate Fish, Asian, Indian
Primo Bianco
SALE PRICE $87.99 compare at $133.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 13.5
A deliciously ripe and refreshing full-bodied white wine. An enticing bouquet of banana and exotic fruits followed by refreshing flavours of sun-drenched pineapple, fresh pear and tones of vanilla and butter. Terrific alongside smoky flavoured foods, pasta in cream sauces, lobster, turkey and salmon dishes.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl
Riesling
SALE PRICE $81.99 compare at $118.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 2 Alcohol vol: 12.5
A light straw colour with hints of citrus and floral on the nose. A zingy wine with crisp fruity flavours of citrus, apricot and honey. Great with salty dishes, antipasto plates and spicy Asian dishes.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Spicy Sauces & Spices, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl, Delicate Fish, Salad, Asian, Indian
Sauvignon Blanc
SALE PRICE $85.99 compare at $121.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
This wine has a herbaceous, floral bouquet with gooseberry and citrus fruits on the palate. Try this refreshing wine with antipasto, salads, goat cheese, creamy pastas with asparagus and pan-fried fish.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Tomato Sauces & Spices, Cream Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Delicate Fish, Salad, Asian, Indian
BLUSH WINES
White Zinfandel Blush
SALE PRICE $81.99 compare at $135.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 2 Alcohol vol: 12.5
A favourite light rose wine that is refreshing with flavours of raspberry and strawberry. An excellent sipping wine that also matches well with summer salads and Mediterranean foods.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Spicy Sauces & Spices, Simply Prepared Shellfish, Pork, Vegetarian, Delicate Fish, Asian, Indian
RED WINES
Barolo
SALE PRICE $91.99 compare at $131.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
One of the cherished Italian wines deep in colour, high in tannin, full-bodied and robust with ripe black fruit flavours. Barolo should be cellared for several months before enjoying. Matches well with full flavoured red meats and hardy stews.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Lamb, Game, Beef
Cabernet/Merlot
SALE PRICE $89.99 compare at $138.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
A classic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot rich dry Cabernet and fruit-forward soft Merlot. Warm, full-bodied with a red and black berry bouquet. A great companion for spicy beef or lamb.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef
Cabernet Sauvignon
SALE PRICE $91.99 compare at $136.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
This classic and robust red variety produces an aromatic, deep ruby red wine with bouquet and flavours of black currant, spice and plum. Impress your guests with beef tenderloin or lamb matched with this traditional varietal.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef
Chianti
SALE PRICE $87.99 compare at $127.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
The most famous wine of Italy to drink young or aged. A lively fresh and fruity wine that is produced from classic red grape varieties. Spicy sausages and tomato based pasta dishes work well with this palate pleasing red.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Tomato Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Wild Fowl
Merlot
SALE PRICE $91.99 compare at $139.95
Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
The popular Merlot grape produces an exceptionally soft, low tannin wine rich in flavours of strawberry, plum and spice. Partners well with lamb chops and beef stews.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Pork, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef
Montepulciano
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Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
Widely grown throughout Italy, this deep coloured, medium-bodied red wine has spicy, fruit-forward flavours. It is smooth and mellow and possesses good aging potential. Try this with grilled steaks or beef shish kabobs.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Tomato Sauces & Spices, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Beef
Pinot Noir
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Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
An elegant red wine with ripe red berry flavours, particularly cherries and strawberries. A medium-bodied, easy drinking wine best enjoyed with gourmet pizzas, mushroom based dishes or as a sipping wine.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Soft & Creamy Cheese, Tomato Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef
Primo Rosso
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Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 13.5
Primo Rosso is a full-bodied powerful ruby red wine with incredible depth and complexity. Aromas of cloves, nutmeg, black licorice and candied fruit and flavours of black cherry and blackberry with hints of spice and warm oak. A perfect complement to all red meats and full flavoured dinners.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Lamb, Game, Beef
Shiraz
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Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
A rich, dark red wine with a bouquet of strawberry and spice. Flavours of plum, chocolate and blackberry fill the palate. Firm tannins ensure mid-term ageability. Guests will enjoy this red paired with grilled pepper steak or beef tenderloin.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Spicy Sauces & Spices, Pork, Wild Fowl, Lamb, Game, Beef, Asian, Indian
Valpolicella
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Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
This ruby red wine is fresh and dry with rich fruit flavours and is perfect to be consumed early. Great with warm roast beef sandwiches and pastas.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Tomato Sauces & Spices, Pork, Vegetarian, Full Flavour Dish
Vieux Chateau du Roi
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Legacy Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol vol: 12.5
A big, full-bodied complex blend with a generous bouquet of ripe blackberries, black cherries and plums which also carry through on the palate. Your family will love this wine with stews, full-flavoured cheeses and grilled beef. Includes Elderberries.
Food Pairing Suggestion:
Lamb, Game, Beef
CELLAR CRAFT SHOWCASE COMPARES TO WINEXPERT SELECTION ESTATE SERIES AND RJ SPAGNOLS EN PRIMEUR SERIES.
Our most distinctive and unique creations have been selected to carry the Showcase Collection banner.
Many of our wine kits stand apart from our other offerings and have been deemed worthy of Showcase designation. Their distinction may come from breakthrough technology, such as our exclusive Crushed Grape Packs; best of vintage Limited Release wines; unique regional wines or any wine which we believe reflects a new level of excellence or discovery for the wine hobbyist. The level of excellence may require extra processing steps and, while designed to be bottle-ready in as little as 6 weeks, may require lengthier cellaring time to show at their peak.
6-WEEK, REDS 18L. KIT / WHITES 16L. KIT/MAKES 23 LITRES
WHITE WINES
Chardonnay Yakima Valley
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 12
We have been using Yakima Chardonnay for several years to add top note flavour or complexity to several of our wines. It finally gets a starring role in this new Chardonnay which is designed to reflect today’s style of Chardonnay. It has fruit-centered aromas and flavours of citrus, green apple and pear held together with balanced, juicy acidity. A brisk, medium weight Chardonnay typical of the Yakima style. The more refined style will make for a broader range of synergistic food pairing possibilities. We think that this wine may make you change your mind about Chardonnay.
Gewürztraminer Riesling Yakima Valley
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 2 Alcohol Vol: 12
Peach and melon undertones from Riesling marry beautifully with the spice, mango, grapefruit and lychee notes from Gewürztraminer. Incredibly elegant with a hint of sweetness from our Riesling-based Flavour Reserve. Enjoy young and fresh or cellar for a more harmonious profile. Extremely food friendly. Enjoy young and not over-chilled.
Gewürztraminer Yakima Valley
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 1 Alcohol Vol: 12
Snipes Valley Vineyard has cooler slopes where Gewürztraminer develops with a racy edge and pronounced spiciness and fruit that defines the wine. A powerhouse of lychee, mango, grapefruit, honey and spice. Our exclusive, all natural Flavour Reserve finishes the wine off-dry for a lovely, lingering final impression. Enjoy young and racy or age longer for a more refined profile. Lightly chill and enjoy with most Asian foods.
Gruner Veltliner Austrian
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 1 Alcohol Vol: 12
Gruner Veltliner has been grown in Austria since before the Romans conquered the land. It is Austria’s indigenous grape variety. Today, at least 2000 years after its first plantings, it is still Austria’s most widely planted grape. Like Chardonnay, it is a full-bodied, fruit-driven wine with a big creamy texture, at a much more reasonable price. Additionally, Gru-Vee is never heavily oaked and, as a member of the Traminer cépage, has an enticing spiciness that makes it perhaps the most versatile food wine in the world. Sommeliers have adopted this “new” wine as the first recommendation to customers who are looking for the alternative to Chardonnay. Consumers are thrilled with the discovery! Our Gruner Veltliner from the more than 200 year old Huber Estate in the Traisental region will serve as an excellent introduction to this ancient wine. The wine has a green–yellow hue with complex aromatics reminiscent of apple, pear, grapefruit, honeydew, honeysuckle, banana, and peach. The flavours echo the melon, apple, citrus and peach aromas. The medium-bodied wine shows just a hint of sweetness to balance the natural acidity. The finish lingers pleasantly. Pair with spicy Asian dishes. Best enjoyed after a couple months of bottle aging and within a year. Don’t over-chill.
Pinot Gris Yakima Valley
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 1 Alcohol Vol: 12
Displays aromatic notes of green apple and lemon against a floral and honeyed background. Our natural Flavour Reserve creates a rich mouth-feel with tangy fruit acid balancing the hint of sweetness. Floral and mineral notes persist in the lingering finish. The wine’s full character and charm become most apparent after several months of bottle aging. Should show well for up to 18 months. A good choice for foods rich in butter and oil, garlic and lively spices. Consider for shrimp, crab and fish dishes, rich pastas, cannelloni with ricotta, chicken and most Chinese and Thai dishes. Serve lightly chilled.
Riesling Yakima Valley
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 1 Alcohol Vol: 12
Washington is renowned for producing the best Rieslings in the US. Cherry Hill Vineyard produces the best Riesling that we have experienced in Washington. Cherry Hill Riesling displays the classic intense perfume of green apple, pear and lime with a crisp acidity that defines great Riesling. It also has an opulently textured personality built around a pronounced orange blossom bouquet and spicy notes that together evoke thoughts of candied tangerine. A stunning wine that reaches heights we have not before seen. With this treasure in our cellars it was clear that we had to revamp our blend to pack even more of the pure juice into each kit so that our customers could experience the maximum impact that this wine delivers. Serve lightly chilled with a wide variety of foods including fowl, pork and sea foods. Ideal with Chinese and Thai dishes.
Viognier Yakima Valley
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 1 Alcohol Vol: 12
An amazing, full-bodied, aromatic wine with a creamy mouth-feel. Unbelievable aromas and flavours of apricot, mango, pineapple, guava, kiwi, tangerine, orange blossom and spiced pear absolutely dazzle the senses. Our Flavour Reserve balances the grape’s edge and creates a full, off-dry, lingering finish. Pair it with spicy Asian foods and discover magic! Drink young and not over-chilled.
RED WINES
Amarone
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 15
Amarone is a legendary, assertive wine of the Valpolicella area in Italy. Unique and distinctive character comes from the addition of dried grapes during fermentation. The resulting depth is likened to Port or Late Harvest wines but without the sweetness. The wine has a foundation of Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara grapes from the Veneto region. The must is fermented on crushed varietal grapes from over 10 pounds of virgin fruit plus 4 pounds of whole red wine grapes which have been sun-dried to concentrated perfection. A double dose of untoasted oak is used to balance the wine and, with aging, tame the natural tannins. The wine is full-bodied, deep garnet colour and richly dry. Notes of plum, sour cherry, raspberry and vanilla gradually marry with anise, bitter chocolate, coffee, tobacco, leather and fig tones that develop with age. Long, lingering finish and alcohol that should exceed 15%. Try to give this wine at least 1 year of aging to enjoy the truly remarkable Amarone experience.
Barbera Italian
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 13.5
Barbera has been the most popular grape in the Piedmont region in Northwest Italy for centuries. With new vineyard care, especially around Alba and Asti, it has emerged as a top ranked wine which readily withstands comparison to noble Nebbiolo (Barolo) but does not require the extended ageing that Nebbiolo demands. Deep ruby, medium-bodied, and fruity in its youth, it ages to impressive depth and elegance. The fruit in our 2 year old samples remains as fresh and inviting as it was at 6 months. The oak and tannins have mellowed to a soft and well-rounded impression that lifts the fruit to a most attractive level.
Cabernet Merlot Walla Walla
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 13.5
The Walla Walla appellation is very special. Its outstanding reds were what first put Washington on the world wine map. The wines are now grouped with world standard reds from Bordeaux, Napa and Sonoma. Walla Walla Cabernets and Merlots consistently rank in top 10 lists of the finest from the Americas. Our Bare Ridge offering is the classic Bordeaux blend of Cabernet and Merlot but typifies the unique Walla Walla profile of intense fruit and spice flavours and aromatics. Notes of currant, cherry and plum are backed by hints of black pepper, anise and coffee. Two–stage French and Hungarian oaking nicely mellows the tannins and adds a suggestion of toastiness.
Cabernet Red Mountain
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 13.5
Red Mountain officially received AVA (American Viticulture Area) status in 2001. The vineyards have high calcium carbonate content in their soil. This imparts a distinctive chalkiness which combines with the powerful dark fruit qualities of the grape to create the big, chewy mouth-feel that is a clear signature of Red Mountain Cabernet. Another distinction is a hint of orange peel or Grand Marnier-like aromatics and flavours. Together these two traits make Red Mountain Cabernet immediately recognizable, highly prized, and much sought after. Age the wine at least 1 year; then save some to enjoy after 2, 3, or 4 years in the bottle. A wine for your best cuts of beef or lamb and luckiest friends.
Cabernet Shiraz Yakima Valley
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 13.5
Yakima Cabernet and Syrah (Shiraz) are often compared to the great wines of Australia, but they are also recognized as having their own, perhaps more sophisticated charm. We agree and suggest that if you enjoy the big, fruity reds from down-under, you will want to discover why there is so much buzz about the powerhouse reds grown in Yakima. A rush of blackberry, plum, cherry and candied orange fragrances followed by flavours of currant, fig, cedar and spice intertwined with a beautiful balance of toasted oaks. Rich, elegant finish. Powerful flavours of fruit start to come together after 2-3 months aging. After 6-12 months the tannins soften and the wine’s elegant charm really starts to reveal itself. Can be cellared for more than 2 years.
Chateau du Pays
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 13.5
In the style of fine wines of the southern Rhône Valley. This wine derives its complex character from Syrah, Carignan and Grenache grapes. Fermented on Syrah and Grenache crushed grapes. Rich flavours suggestive of cherry, raspberry, blackberry and plum combine with notes of pepper and chocolate. The finish shows a subtle herbaceous note and a suggestion of cedar and violets. Enjoyable after 3 months but does show its harmonious best after 9 months.
Merlot Yakima Valley
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Bold, yet elegant. This Yakima Valley Merlot is big and full with up-front waves of raspberry, blackberry and plum. Subtle notes of cedar and mocha follow the fruit. Over time, the flavours harmonize while the select oak contributes a tempering vanilla note and establishes a sumptuous combination of textures and well defined structure. Dark, rich and intense, it is a wine worthy of aging; will continue to improve for at least 2 years in the bottle.
Pinotage South African
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Pinotage is a cross of Burgundy’s delicate Pinot Noir and Rhone’s robust Cinsault. It has become the trademark grape of South Africa. The Du Plessis vineyard is situated on the slopes of the Keeromsberg Mountains at 6,800 feet above sea level, where it enjoys a combination of hot days and cool nights – ideal conditions for fine Pinotage. The vineyard is certified as being fully organic. The finished wine is a remarkable example of the complex and distinctive character of South Africa’s unique red wine. It releases aromatics of black pepper, red currant, vanilla, spice, cedar, toasted hazelnuts, cherry and trademark notes of banana. Slight Earthiness. The flavours are complex with dominant currant, cherry, banana, blackberry, vanilla and toastiness. Beautifully balanced. Great colour. Medium, soft tannins. Long, clean finish. The mature character should be revealed in 6 months and further refinement is expected for up to 2 years.
Rosso Fortissimo
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Our original Crushed Grape Pack wine. Super-Tuscan styled wine vinted from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese and other native Italian varieties. Fermented on Yakima crushed Merlot grapes. A big, full-bodied wine with solid structure and bold fruit notes. Complex cassis, plum and cherry notes balance the bold tannins. French and American oaks contribute toasty vanilla and greater depth in this intense wine. Like all Crushed Grape Pack wines, a minimum of 6 months aging is required to begin to see harmony develop. A year is better and 2 years yields a very special wine for your enjoyment.
Shiraz South African
SOLD OUT ETA JUL 2012
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 13.5
This Shiraz from South Africa’s Stellenbosch region continues to gain international recognition for its distinctive new style. It may best be described as having Rhône-style backbone but with heady, New-World, up-front fruit. It is however more refined than many Australian “fruit bombs”. Fermentation on a Crushed Grape Pack of Stellenbosch Shiraz grapes ensures that the wine shows heightened layers of blackberry, boysenberry, fig, and plum, followed by notes of cocoa, chocolate, and coffee. It subtly shows the trademark black pepper note common to all Syrah and Shiraz. Two-stage oak treatment, using French and Hungarian oaks, contributes vanilla and toast while harmonizing the many flavours within the wine. A subtle hint of mineral remains in the background then accompanies the fruit through the long finish. The wine will begin to show its potential after 6 months ageing and should continue to develop for at least 2 years. Will pair wonderfully with all of your best red meat meals. Sure to impress your guests.
Syrah Yakima Valley
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 13.5
Wine & Spirits magazine recently described Yakima Syrah as: “…easily in a league with those from the northern Rhône and southern Australia… bold, rich and lively, seductively perfumed and heroically structured with a kiss of elegance.” Expect an aromatic rush of red and black fruit, hints of chocolate, coffee and licorice followed by the spiciness of black pepper in this Rattlesnake Valley Syrah. Our 2-stage oaking keeps the fruit in check and adds great structure. The deep-purple hued wine shows well after a minimum of 3 months but definitely benefits from extended aging. 1 or 2 years in the cellar will allow the wine to grow to its full, unbelievable potential.
Zinfandel Lodi Old Vine
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Direct from the vineyard in Lodi where sandy, clay loam soil, hot days, cool nights and 35 year old vines combine to produce unique grapes bursting with complex, concentrated flavours. Exhibits silken layers of multidimensional delight. It starts with an up-front core of blackberry and dark cherry aromas, followed by suggestions of blueberry, raspberry, cranberry and dried plum. Undertones are of chocolate, almond and exotic spice. Ends with an unmistakable black pepper sensation. Enjoy your first bottles after 2-3 months when the powerful fruit flavours dominate. However, do cellar some for months, or years, to experience a more refined balance and the vast array of characteristics which time integrates into harmonized waves of complexity.
Zweigelt Austrian
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Cellar Craft Showcase Sugar Code: 0 Alcohol Vol: 13.5
Austria’s most widely planted red is a cross between St.Laurent and Blaufrankisch. It has gained favour because of its appealing fruit and spice character, likened to a Cotes-Du-Rhône. It is also cold hardy and early ripening – important traits in the cool Austrian vineyards. Our Zweigelt comes from the Huber Family Estate which is now being farmed by the 9th generation. Dark cherry in colour. An opulent bouquet of red fruit, including raspberry, cherry and currant, stands against a background of vanilla, black pepper and a hint of licorice. There is also a certain earthiness on the nose that provides a compelling counter-balance to the lively fruit and spice. The flavours echo the cherry, currant and earthy aromatics. The initially rustic tannins quickly mellow into a nicely structured state and contribute to a nice, long finish. This Zweigelt is a great food wine. It is the wine of choice for Austrian favorites like garlicky pork, cabbage and apples and braised shanks or ribs. A spicy, fruit-driven wine with moderate tannins that is a welcome alternative to universally produced Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah. A wine that you will want to discover.
