Vintages Essentials 17 Vulcan Street, Country & Region Product Name and Vintage Armand de Brignac Champagne NV Ace of Spades Type Case Pack CSPC Size LCBO Retail W 6 220244 750ml $299.95 production of Armand de Brignac using intricate, old-world production techniques and a staff of only eight people. The Champagne counts among its accolades a score of 98 (out of 100) points from world-renowned wine critic José Peñín, a glowing review from UK critic Jancis Robinson, and has now been ranked #1 among the world s best Champagnes by FINE Champagne magazine. Awards and Media Vintages Front Line Release Case Cases LCBO Release Date Current and upcoming Vintages Releases Type CSPC Awards and Media Pack Ordered Retail P10: Dec 10 th 2016 2015 Douloufakis Femina 100% Malvasia W 12 464503 200 $16.95 GOLD at Sakura (Japan) Famous Cretan wine during the Venetian occupation of the island. This variety gives wines with rich aromas, intense fruity flavour and muscat aftertaste. The vine clone Malvasia di Candia Aromatica has returned to the foreground particularly in Heraklion and many Cretan wines from Cretan grape variety Malvasia have gained distinction. Femina, a wine of female character. Pale gold hue colour with glints of green. Rich, complicate nose Region: Is of Crete and freshness of the acidity that gives a long finish in the mouth. P12: Feb 4 th 2017 Eva Distillery Ouzo Dimino (200ml) S 24 471912 84 $7.95 The heart of the ouzo distillate of Dimino matures for two months contributing to its unique flavour for the ultimate enjoyment. Every drop that reaches the palate captures the right amounts of seed and herbs aromas mainly grown on Lesvos Island. The dominating aromas of Lisvori aniseed, the freshness of citrus, the spiciness of ginger, salt from the salt pans in Kalloni ally for slowing down the distillation boiling, drenched with Region: Is of Mitilini passion, love and other small secret touches, complete the canvas of ouzo Dimino. P12: Feb 18 th 2017 2012 Tsantali PDO Rapsani Reserve R 12 734855 200 $18.95 Region: Mount Olympus An earthy bowl of juicy blackberries and plums elegantly infused with spices, hints of leather and liquorice. The intense deep purple color highlights the rich palate with firm tannins and balanced acidity. Luscious aftertaste. Best served at 18-19oC as a fine match with game, dark red meat with thick and spicy sauces, roasts, poultry and full-flavored cheese. Keep in mind that it is also an impressive glassful on its own. 1 P a g e
P12: Feb 18 th 2017 Skinos Mastiha Liqueur (700ml) S 12 91033 45 $34.95 GOLD Medal The singular flavour of this clear spirit is hard to describe: it smells like a sun-drenched rocky Mediterranean hillside covered in wild herbs, like crushed juniper berries and freshtorn spearmint leaves, like the hauntingly deep aromas of rain-soaked cedar wood and violet essential oil. It s gently sweet yet refreshing, unctuous yet delicate, and its balance Region: Island of makes it highly versatile. Chios P13: Mar 4 th 2017 Babatzim Tsipouro without Anise (700ml) S 12 253583 400 $29.95 International Rapid P13: Mar 4 th 2017 Kechribari Retsina (500ml) W 18 581942 182 $7.75 Kechribari Retsina is modern fresh and vibrant Retsina. Yellow-green color, a smooth taste of fresh white fruits and spearmint in combination with an elegant hint of resin, all balanced on the palate, emerges smoothly and lingers on the finish. P13: Mar 4 th 2017 2014 Genesis Red Xinomavro-Merlot R 12 465914 150 $16.95 Genesis Red is made with Merlot (50%), which adds dark fruit and floral aromas and with Xinomavro (50%), which adds high acidity and tannins. The wine is matured in oak barrels for 8 months to integrate the flavours and soften the tannins. On the nose there are juicy red fruits, tomato and olive with notes of vanilla, coffee and spices in the background. The body is well structured with round tannins and a rich finish. P13: Mar 18 th 2017 2015 Eradus Sauvignon Blanc W 12 225557 660 $18.95 90 pts & Best Buy WE Country: New Zealand Eradus continues a successful run with this year's Sauvignon Blanc. As usual, it's fairly pungent and herbal upfront, but then delivers waves of passion fruit. It's concentrated and fairly full-bodied for a Sauvignon, with a lingering finish. 5 Stars - Winestate Magazine Gold Medal - Marlborough Wine Show Region: Awatere Valley 94 pts - Wine Orbit - Sam Kim 92 pts - Bob Campbell **Featured on back cover of Vintages Magazine** 2 P a g e
P1: Apr 15 th 2017 2013 Boutari Naoussa (100% Xinomavro) R 12 23218 300 $13.95 This is refreshingly light, the flavors as translucent as the color. With its see-through hue and flavors that run more raspberry leaf than berry, this is a classic Naoussa. The tannins hold it firm and the acidity keeps it crisp, making it a terrific pick for meaty vegetarian Region: Naoussa dishes as well as any sort of pork preparation. P1: Apr 15 th 2017 2012 Ktima Karydas Naoussa (100% Xinomavro) R 12 272013 98 $26.95 90pts Robert Parker The 2012 Naoussa, the Estate Xinomavro was aged for 24 months in French oak (60% used, the rest new) and comes in at 14.2% alcohol. A single-vineyard Xinomavro from the family estate in Gastra, Naoussa. This 2012 tend to be riper, lusher and easier to approach, a little more consumerfriendly in the short term, than the 2011s. This is sure plenty ripe and rich, very concentrated and rather lush. That said, the power lurks underneath and it is also very fresh with plenty of power on the finish. A lot of 2012s don't seem so fresh. This is surprisingly approachable--many 2012s are-- Region: Naoussa but it still could use a couple of years in the cellar. Maybe it will close down, but it doesn't seem too far away just now. Mark Squires - Aug 2016 P2: Apr 29 th 2017 Armand de Brignac Champagne Ace of Spades Rosé 6 310441 20 $500.00 A beautiful salmon-hued wine produced in the traditional, old-world style, from grape to glass. The bouquet is rich and pure with red fruits up front and delicately smoky grilled notes behind. Fresh and full-bodied on the palate with aromas of fresh strawberries and blackcurrant and Armand de Brignac s characteristic long, silky finish. Ideal as an aperitif or served with fish, poultry, or blue cheese and fruity desserts. in the world P2: May 13 th 2017 Celini Nemea Reserve PDO 100% Agiorgitiko 2009 Red 12 487538 224 $18.95 This exciting new producer makes this 100% Agiorgitiko selected from small vineyards in Nemea, Peloponnese from an altitude of 400-600m. Aged 14 months in French and American oak plus 12 months in bottles. Deep purple colour with vibrant red hues. Aromatic notes of red fruit, lavender and dark chocolate. Elegant, great body and soft Region: Nemea tannins with a long smooth finish. Great value!! P2: May 13 th 2017 Akakies Sparkling Rose 100% Xinomavro 2015 Rose 6 482646 480 $18.95 BRONZE Balkan IWC Rose petal colour and intense mousse are the first signs of a wine that has been created to make a celebration out of any occasion. The experience is completed by the vivid strawberry and cherry aromas, typical of Xinomavro, and the pronounced acidity that adds nerve and lift, balancing with the wine s elegant sweetness. Excellent pair with spicy dishes of the Asian cuisine, Mediterranean dishes based on vegetables and oily fish, like Region: Amyndeon salmon. It can also be enjoyed on its own as an aperitif or after a meal. 3 P a g e
P2: May 13 th 2017 Armand de Brignac Champagne Brut Gold Ace of Spades Magnum (1500ml) W 1 438820 60 $649.95 production of Armand de Brignac using intricate, old-world production techniques and a staff of only eight people. The Champagne counts among its accolades a score of 98 (out of 100) points from world-renowned wine critic José Peñín, a glowing review from UK critic Jancis Robinson, and has now been ranked #1 among the world s best Champagnes by FINE Champagne magazine. P3: May 27 th 2017 Belaire Sparkling Rose Rose 6 395384 400 $39.95 Grown and produced in the sundrenched Provence-Alpes-Cote d Azur region of the South of France, home of the world s finest Rosé wines. An exquisite blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Cinsault the three favorite Rosé grapes of the region. Produced using the Charmat method, aged six months in steel tanks to achieve a fresh, fruit-forward taste with a soft mouth feel and great drinkability. Blended with a 100% Syrah dosage to Region: Provence achieve a rich, vibrant pink color, dramatically different from other Rosés. P4: Jun 10 th 2017 2014 Eradus Pinot Noir R 12 466003 200 $24.95 91pts Bob Campbell Country: New Zealand Made with 100% Pinot Noir in the Awatere Valley, Marlborough. The Pinot Noir grapes are elegant and sophisticated and they introduce a hint of oak as to complement these characters, not to overwhelm them. The wine is aged Pinot Noir for 8 months before bottling. Drink young and cellar your other bottles for 15 years. An old world Pinot Noir style with a new world character. Region: Awatere Valley Gold Medal, Sydney International Wine Awards P4: Jun 24 th 2017 Babatzim Tsipouro without Anise (200ml) S 24 496752 125 $9.95 International Rapid P5: Aug 5 th 2017 2016 Kir Yianni Akakies Rose 100% Xinomavro Rose 12 71050 200 $12.95 Akakies is an austere, yet sensual wine with rich taste and refreshing acidity. Its nose is full of fresh strawberry and lemon trees in bloom, while its color is inviting and intense. Under proper storage conditions this wine can be enjoyed for up to 2-3 years. Region: Amyndeon 4 P a g e
P6: Sep 2 nd 2017 2015 Goru (Monastrell-Syrah-Petit Verdot) R 12 443945 840 $13.95 Guía Peñín 90pts Country: Spain Deep-red coloured wine with purple edges, stands out because of its intense aroma of red and ripe fruit, accompanied with touches of toasted and creamy pleasant. It is fruity and flavourful in the mouth, gliceric, fleshy and toasted with soft and ripe tannins. Reminiscence of vanilla and cinnamon. Berliner Wine Trophy in 2016 Gold Medal Region: Jumillia Asia Wine Trophy in 2016 Gold Medal International Wine Guide Awards Gold Medal P7: Sep 30 th 2017 Belaire Sparkling Rose Rose 6 395384 500 $39.95 Grown and produced in the sundrenched Provence-Alpes-Cote d Azur region of the South of France, home of the world s finest Rosé wines. An exquisite blend of Syrah, Grenache, and Cinsault the three favorite Rosé grapes of the region. Produced using the Charmat method, aged six months in steel tanks to achieve a fresh, fruit-forward taste with a soft mouth feel and great drinkability. Blended with a 100% Syrah dosage to achieve a rich, Region: Provence vibrant pink color, dramatically different from other Rosés. P8: Oct 14 th 2017 Armand de Brignac Champagne Ace of Spades Rosé 6 310441 20 $499.95 A beautiful salmon-hued wine produced in the traditional, old-world style, from grape to glass. The bouquet is rich and pure with red fruits up front and delicately smoky grilled notes behind. Fresh and full-bodied on the palate with aromas of fresh strawberries and blackcurrant and Armand de Brignac s characteristic long, silky finish. Ideal as an aperitif or served with fish, poultry, or blue cheese and fruity desserts. in the world P8: Oct 14 th 2017 Armand de Brignac Champagne Brut Gold Ace of Spades Magnum (1500ml) W 1 438820 60 $649.95 production of Armand de Brignac using intricate, old-world production techniques and a staff of only eight people. The Champagne counts among its accolades a score of 98 (out of 100) points from world-renowned wine critic José Peñín, a glowing review from UK critic Jancis Robinson, and has now been ranked #1 among the world s best Champagnes by FINE Champagne magazine. P9: Nov 25 th 2017 Babatzim Tsipouro without Anise (700ml) S 12 253583 300 $28.95 International Rapid 5 P a g e