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Mythic Block Malbec 2014, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina
Grape Varietal: 100% Malbec
Vintage: 2014
Tasting Note– Tell-tale inky Malbec hue with a nose of freshly picked violets and ripe berries seamlessly integrated with spicy chocolate notes. Intense and full-bodied wine with notable structure yielding gentle tannins.
Chateau Timberlay Cuvée Prestige Rouge 2010, Bordeaux, France
Grape Varietals: 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc
Vintage: 2010
Tasting Note– This clear, bright wine is ruby-red in colour, with a complex nose of soft fruit (blackberry, blackcurrant and strawberry) and attractive woody and spicy overtones. Château Timberlay is soft and full-bodied, with good structure and acidity, as well as very elegant tannin. The finish is very long with hints of vanilla and cinnamon.
Pavillon Cardinal, Saint Emilion 2015, Bordeaux, France
Grape Varietals: 50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2015
Tasting Note– An immensely appealing wine with an intense purple colour and violet highlights. The powerful bouquet is quite fruity (red fruit and candied fruit) with added hints of truffle and chocolate. Hearty and well-structured, Pavillon Cardinal is tannic, fruity and especially attractive due to the way its long, fruity aftertaste develops on the palate.
Chateau Haut Nicot 2015, Bordeaux, France
Grape Varietals: 50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2015
Tasting Note– The nose is up-front, elegant and intense, dominated by aromas of red fruit. The attack is soft, the development is round and fruity, the tannins are soft and velvety. The finish is long, fruity and pleasant. A very soft, fruity, harmonious and well balanced wine.
Mythic Mountain Chardonnay 2016, Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina
Grape Varietal: 100% Chardonnay
Vintage: 2016
Tasting Note– Bright yellow accompanied by streaks of green in the glass, with citrus notes and white flowers like jasmine and orange blossom showing through on the nose, complemented by a pleasant minerality and persistent finish.
Robert Giraud Crémant de Bordeaux Brut NV, Bordeaux, France
Grape Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon
Tasting Note– Full -bodied, well structured and vivacious. This is a fruity, attractive wine, without excess acidity. It derives its fine bouquet from Sauvignon Blanc and its remarkable freshness from Sémillon.
Santa Rita 120 Reserva Especial Cabernet Sauvignon 2016, Central Valley, Chile
Appellation: Central Valley
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon
Vintage: 2016
Tasting note: 120 Cabernet Sauvignon is a deep and intense violet-red in color. Notes of red and black fruits predominate on the nose with the touch of spice that is typical in Cabernet, plus the aromas of vanilla, cloves, and tobacco that come from the oak. Sweet, elegant, and smooth tannins lend depth to the well-rounded palate and lead to a fresh, fruity, and juicy finish.
Santa Rita 120 Reserva Especial Merlot 2016, Central Valley, Chile
Appellation: Central Valley
Blend: Merlot
Vintage: 2016
Tasting note: The 120 Merlot is a red-violet colored wine, with intense fruity aromas reminiscent of red fruit and flower, vanilla and tobacco. It is a full-bodied, elegant wine, well-balanced in acidity and mature tannins developing a fresh, fruity finish.
Santa Rita 120 Reserva Especial Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Central Valley, Chile
Appellation: Central Valley
Blend: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2017
Tasting note: 120 Sauvignon Blanc is bright greenish in color with herbal aromas mingled with white flowers and fruit. The refreshing palate has nicely balanced acidity and a pleasingly persistent fruity finish, making this a light wine that is easy to enjoy.