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Case Selection of the Month!
Our expert staff have hand-selected these outstanding wines for the extraordinary taste
and as outstanding values. Let us take the work out of selecting good wines. This is a
great way to discover new wines at a discounted price!
Let us take the guesswork out of buying great wine. Our case
samplers are the best way to get an outstanding collection of wines
that have been hand-picked by our staff. Best of all, it's
cheaper than buying the wines separately and you get a great mix
of wines!
Not since the days of Crazy Eddie has an offer been this IN-SANE!! finewine.com has gone over the top with our best deal yet: twelve bottles of wine from around the globe--many highly rated at a discounted price that will make you look twice. . . maybe even three times!!! Don't tell your friends about this one because these mixed cases will be walking themselves out our front doors.
(Due to popular demand for this Sampler we may substitute other wines from those listed. We will maintain a mix of varietals and regions.)
BEAULIEU PICPOUL DE PINET 2008 , France
The latest installment of a perennial amazing value, the 2008 Coteaux du Languedoc Picpoul de Pinet Hugues Beaulieu from the region's Cave de Pomerols coop smells of clover, musk melon and sea air. Subtly chalky, it finishes with invigorating salinity, juicy, melon fruit, and a virtual crunch of fresh garden greens. Here is a wine that delivers the lilt, minerality, and refreshment reminiscent of a Muscadet, dry Riesling, or Jacquerre-based Savoie white, but with relatively low acidity and a soft mouth-feel. Great one by the case!!!
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SIEMA PINOT GRIGIO 2008, Italy
This is a bright, crisp Pinot Grigio with hints of grapefruit and sage. From a small family vineyard in the region of Venice, this is an EXCEPTIONAL Value!
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DOM JOUCLARY SAUVIGNON BLANC VDP 2008, France
Lively, crisp, and fresh, this great value Sauvignon Blanc from the Languedoc Region of France is the perfect choice for a party or just a great everyday drinker. It pairs well with chicken, salads and as a pre dinner cocktail. A great choice to buy by the case.
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MARS AND VENUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2008, Chile
This is a fresh, palate-friendly wine with notable tannins, boasting colors of garnet and scents of ripe cherry. This is a full-bodied Cab offering flavors of cherry, chewy blackberry, hints of vanilla and consistent oak. Easy pairing for red meats off the grill or mixed with a hearty tomato sauce.
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STEELE ZINFANDEL SHOOTING STAR MENDOCINO 2007, California
Jed Steele, the winemaker and owner of Steele Wines, founded Steele and Shooting Star Wines (his second label) in 1991. Mr. Steele has a solid track record of experience at quality California wineries. Before launching Steele, Jed was founding winemaker, general manager, and VP of Production at Kendall Jackson for its first nine vintages, and he was winemaker and vineyard manager at Edmeades in Mendocino County's Anderson Valley when it was a small, independent winery.
"This wine has aromas of raspberry and other ripe black fruit, butter, and just a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg. The tannins and acids in this wine are soft but distinct. Cedar tones with just a hint of plum make the finish a wonderful explanation point."
-Winery Notes
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RABBIT RIDGE ALLURE DE ROBLES 2007, California
"Our vineyards in Paso Robles are in the ideal climate and soil conditions for Rhone varietal wines. Allure de Robles is an estate grown wine that is produced in Chateau Neuf du Pape style. This wine is primarily a blend of Petite Sirah, Syrah, Grenache, and Mourvedre. This wine is medium bodied with strawberry and cherry overtones from the Grenache, body from the Syrah and earthiness from the Mourvedre. Our Allure de Robles is a great choice for sipping or with a wide variety of foods." -Winery notes
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CRUCERO CHARDONNAY 2009, Chile
Crucero Chardonnay is richer in style with full-bodied texture and tropical fruit flavors. Attractive yellow color with some green tones. Its intense varietal character evokes ripe citrus fruits, with floral and honeyed tones along with well integrated wood. In the mouth it is rich, round and fruity with some creamy notes. Great to serve with salmon, roast chicken and creamy pasta dishes. A real crowd pleaser.
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MEREDITH FAMILY VINEYARDS HOMESTEAD RED NV , California
This wine is made in the rich tradition of French Bordeaux with a very similar blend of grapes. Grown on the Meredith Family Vineyards in the Historic Olsen Homestead, it was bottled in early January 2009 and it concists of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc.
This smooth and fruity California Cabernet blend spent 22 months in American and French oak before select barrels were combined to create this delicious red wine with balanced, pleasant tannins, a vanilla nose and smooth complex finish. It is very well-structured and has a lot going on in terms of balance, fruit, and smooth finish. We really like this wine and think it is a fantantic value. It is unusually rich for the price point! A steal if you like California Cab!
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LA CAPPUCCINA VERONA ROSSO 2008, Italy
From our sunny vineyards just outside the city of Verona, historical home of Romeo and Juliet, we gather the grapes to make this velvety, well-rounded juicy red wine. Great with white meat dishes, such as poultry and pork; pasta dishes and pizza. To share with the loves in your life.
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MEREDITH FAMILY VYDS BARREL SELECT CHARDONNAY 2006, California
If you like that old-style California Chardonnay that is really tasty with that rich buttery finish that California became famous for, then you'll really love this wine. The richness and flavor come from the grapes of the Historic Olsen Homestead vineyard and from the passionate style of wine making.
It was pressed gently with a membrane press and placed in new American oak with four different levels of toasting on the wood barrels to add richness. The wine was fermented on its lees (grape seeds, stems, skins) and stirred from time to time. Keeping the wine on the lees imparts extra flavor and body. It was then allowed to complete malolactic fermentation to broaden the mouth feel. The result is a rich, delicious California Chardonnay that will stand up well to roast chicken, crab cakes and salmon. It drinks great on it's own as well.
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KEN FORRESTER PETIT PINOTAGE 2009, South Africa
"Huge dollops of ripe berry fruit on the nose, inky red-black color with inky notes. Soft and rich on the palate with a delicious fruit concentration. This Petit Pinotage is a totally new style of Pinotage, reflecting the modern fruit driven style that is demanded today." -Winery notes
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VAL DE SALIS VIOGNIER 2009, France
Straw yellow in color with an intense and very complex nose of pineapple, lychees, peaches, and apricots. Full-bodied and flavorful on the palate. Pair with exotic cuisine or even *gasp* salads prepared with a vinegar-based dressing.
Winemaker's Notes
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