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Chiles brilliant
+ charming Chardonnays
from Burgundys south
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R R E L E A SE D A T E : S A T U RRDD A Y , A U U N S T 21 5, , 2 0 0 7 E L E A S E DAT S AT U J GUE 3 AY, 2009
wines of the
FINCA SOBREO CRIANZA 2005
DO Toro, Spain 040360 (XD) 750 mL $ 18.95
month
TASTING NOTE: Finca Sobrenos 2005 Crianza is 100% Tinta de Toro [Tempranillo] aged for 7 months in American oak. Dark crimson-colored, it offers an enticing bouquet of cedar, mineral, blackberry, and floral notes. This leads to a ripe, supple, fullflavored, spicy wine with excellent depth and balance. Although designed and priced to be consumed in its youth, it will evolve for several years. Score 90. (Jay Miller, www.erobertparker.com, Aug. 2008)
CONCHA Y TORO WINEMAKERS LOT 148 CARMENRE 2007

Rapel Valley, Las Pataguas Vineyard, Chile 030957 (XD) 750 mL $ 16.95
This single vineyard Carmenre may just be the worlds best. Need proof? It was awarded the Grand Trophy at Chiles 2nd Annual World Carmenre Competition in 2008. TASTING NOTE: Deep ruby/purple colour leads to a nose of ripe cassis, dark chocolate, sage, cedar, mocha, and wood smoke. Dry with loads of fruit perfectly supported by ripe tannins and fine smokyoak tones. Medium full-bodied with a very long finish. Keep it 2-4+ years or enjoy it tonight with a very rare steak. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009)
VINTAGES
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TRIPLE THREAT
THE 3 Cs BEHIND CHILES HOT STREAK
pg.14
SUMMERTIME CHARDONNAY:
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WINE OF THE MONTH
VQA CHOICE
SOUTHERN CHARMS
BURGUNDYS
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PRODUCT LISTING
AUGUST 15 RELEASE
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Rolling vineyards stretch into the distance along the floor of the Colchagua Valley. LEFT FROM TOP TO BOTTOM: A close look at Chardonnay; Cabernet Sauvignon; and Carmenre grapes on the vine.
TRIPLE THE 3 Cs
2 VINTAGES
BEHIND
CHILEs HOT STREAK
THREAT
In show business it is the rare performer who is an exceptional singer, dancer and actor. Chile is the vinous equivalent. While most wine regions have one, or perhaps two specialties Chiles winemaking reputation is built on the strength of its three superstar varieties: Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Carmenre, its signature grape. Comfortable in the spotlight, the three Cs of Chile continue to captivate admirers everywhere.
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THE TRIPLE THREAT.
CHARDONNAY
Tempered by the cooling influences of the Pacific Ocean, both the Casablanca and Leyda Valleys are crafting topquality Chardonnay in a fresh, brightly fruity style. Their latitudes ensure plenty of sunshine and a lengthy growing season, making for vividly fruity wines that are well balanced by refreshing acidity. Winemakers are often judicious if using oak barrels, creating wines that balance fruit and oak characteristics.
flavour
PEAR
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LAPOSTOLLE CASA CHARDONNAY 2008
Casablanca Valley The always innovative Casa Lapostolle was named Wine Enthusiasts New World Winery of the Year for 2008. This is a new look for this delightfully fresh, mediumbodied Chardonnay. Partially barrel-fermented and barrel aged, this well-balanced wine features ripe apples, tropical melon, and sweet oak spices. Its ready to drink with grilled chicken skewers or pork chops garnished with apple chutney.
396986 (D) $ 14.95
PEACH FLORAL TROPICAL FRUIT

4 VINTAGES
750 mL
matches
LOBSTER TAILS WITH MELTED BUTTER,
HONEY-LEMON
food
CHICKEN
WITH
KEBABS,
PEACH SALSA,
PAN-FRIED SALMON,
COLD ROAST WITH GRILLED TUNA
CONO SUR 20 BARRELS CHARDONNAY 2007

Casablanca Valley, El Centinela Estate, Limited Edition TASTING NOTE: Very floral, with a long, elegant palate of honeysuckle and orange blossom backed by white peach, chamomile and yellow apple flavors. The finish is long, pure and minerally. Drink now through 2010. Score 90. (James Molesworth, www.winespectator.com, April 30, 2009)
127498 (D) $ 24.95
MONTES ALPHA CHARDONNAY 2007

Casablanca Valley, Special Cuve TASTING NOTE: Light gold. Highly complex aromas of white peach, tarragon, floral honey and smoky lees. Firm, sharply focused citrus and pit fruit flavors are complicated by notes of SenSen, buttered toast and baking spices, with very good back-end cut. Finishes with gentle sweetness and a strong echo of licorice. Score 90. (Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009)
390203 (D) $ 22.95
LEYDA RESERVA CHARDONNAY 2008

Leyda Valley TASTING NOTE: Light gold. Honeyed peach and pear on the nose, with a subtle smoky note adding complexity. Medium-weight orchard fruit flavors are enlivened by a tangy orange peel quality and pick up herbal notes with air. Finishes with good bite and an echo of honey. This is an excellent value. Score 88. (Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, March/April 2009)
127506 (D) $ 13.95
PASTA WITH SHRIMP IN A CREAM SAUCE
PORK APPLE,
750 mL
On the Cover
VINTAGES 5
750 mL
750 mL
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
By far Chiles most planted and in-demand grape variety, Cabernet Sauvignon thrives in the countrys dry, sunny central valleys. Chilean Cabernets bridge the styles of California and Bordeaux, with soft, fleshy versions that retain impressively subtle nuances of fruit flavour. The best examples have the muscle and stuffing to age and evolve.
flavour
BLACK CURRANT
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COFFEE
CASA LAPOSTOLLE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007
Rapel Valley Casa Lapostolle is owned by the Marnier-Lapostolle family of Grand Marnier fame. They have an uncompromising approach to quality which recently earned them the title of Best New World Winery 2008 from Wine Enthusiast. Ever innovative, they employ the consulting services of Bordeauxs famous flying winemaker Michel Rolland. This bold Cabernet consistently offers ripe cherry and cassis flavours on a sturdy frame. Enjoy now with roast beef au jus or char-broiled steaks.
398800 (D) $ 15.95
MINT TOBACCO
On the Cover
6 VINTAGES
750 mL
RIGHT: Old gnarled vines produce exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon grapes; goats and sheep graze in one of Chiles many biodynamic vineyards an eco-friendly way to prune and fertilize the vines; tall trees provide a natural windbreak for an organic vineyard in Chiles Colchagua Valley.
EMILIANA NATURA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007

Central Valley In 1998, Viedos Emiliana made the decision to convert to organic farming practices. Today, it is the largest organic grower in all of Chile. Made with hand-picked organically grown grapes, this well-structured Cab displays ripe berry fruit that is nicely balanced by sweet oak and toast notes. Match it with grilled lamb loins in wine sauce to complete the Chilean experience. Our Quality Assurance Laboratory has determined that this wine contains 18 mg/L of free sulphur.
061069 (D) $ 15.95
4 Organic Product
VINTAGES 7
750 mL
matches
KOBE BEEF GRILLED RARE, LAMB
food
SKEWERS
WITH A
CILANTRO SALSA,
BARBECUED RIBS, GOURMET
ROAST BEEF,
GRILLED OR ROASTED
BURGERS
LAURA HARTWIG RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2006

Colchagua Valley (Santa Laura) Winner of a Gold Medal at the Slections Mondiales des Vins Canada 2008. TASTING NOTE: The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva is similarly styled but with the focus on blackcurrant and plum. Layered, dense, and forward, this crowd-pleaser will offer pleasure through 2016. Score 88. (Jay Miller, www.erobertparker.com, April 2009)
727495 (D) $ 13.95
LEG OF LAMB,
SANTA RITA MEDALLA REAL SPECIAL RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2006

Maipo Valley TASTING NOTE: Ripe and concentrated, with a broad swath of macerated currant, fig paste, espresso, loam and black licorice notes all carried by dense but integrated tannins. The finish lets sage and mint notes chime in. Best from 2010 through 2012. Smart Buy. Score 91. (James Molesworth, www.winespectator.com, May 31, 2009)
275594 (D) $ 19.95
TABAL RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007

Limari Valley The Limari Valley is Chiles northernmost wine region. Its located just south of the Atacama Desert and about 25 km inland from the Pacific Ocean. The cooling influence of the ocean extends the ripening process, allowing the finished wines to achieve exceptional balance and be more subtly nuanced in character. This supple Cab displays lots of smoky oak and concentrated dark berry fruit leading to a spicy finish.
058446 (D) $ 14.95
BLUE CHEESE & OLD CHEDDAR
750 mL
750 mL
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a string of valleys running north-south between the coastal hills and the towering Andes Mountains. Much like the Sonoma and Napa Valleys in California, Chiles sunny coastal valleys enjoy the moderating effect of cool ocean breezes from the Pacific. The hotter central vineyards are tempered by glacial breezes coming down from the Andes. California and Chile also share similarly long growing seasons, which helps ensure perfect ripeness. Latitude is a less important factor in Chile than proximity to either the ocean or the mountains for determining wine styles.
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CARMENRE
This once-forgotten grape has risen from obscurity to become Chiles signature variety. Carmenre was once widely planted in Bordeaux, but following the devastation of phylloxera in the 19th century, it was thought to be lost forever. In 1994, the grape was discovered to be alive and well in the vineyards of Chile (where it had previously been misidentified as Merlot), and a star was born again. Carmenre ripens even later than Cabernet Sauvignon, which in part accounts for its success in Chiles long, consistent growing season.
flavour
FRESH HERBS
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CALINA RESERVA CARMENRE 2007
Maule Valley TASTING NOTE: Dark plum, herb and charcoal aromas give this Carmenre a very sound bouquet. The palate is ripe and smooth ... With pure berry fruit, a smack of fresh herbs and even a hint of silk to the feel, this wine overdelivers. Score 88. (Michael Schachner, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 2008)
951079 (XD) $ 15.95
EARTH
PLUM
750 mL
MIXED BERRIES
10 VINTAGES
FROM TOP: Carrying a basket laden with Carmenre grapes; the gates of Chiles famous Concha y Toro vineyard; rows of manicured Camenre vines.
CONCHA Y TORO WINEMAKERS LOT 148 CARMENRE 2007

Rapel Valley, Las Pataguas Vineyard This single-vineyard Carmenre may just be the worlds best. Need proof? It was awarded the Grand Trophy at Chiles 2nd Annual World Carmenre Competition in 2008. TASTING NOTE: Deep ruby/purple colour leads to a nose of ripe cassis, dark chocolate, sage, cedar, mocha and wood smoke. Dry with loads of fruit perfectly supported by ripe tannins and fine smokyoak tones. Medium full-bodied with a very long finish. Keep it 2-4+ years or enjoy it tonight with a very rare steak. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009)
030957 (XD) 750 mL $ 16.95
MONTGRAS RESERVA CARMENRE 2008

Colchagua Valley Consistently one of the best values around, this wine won a Silver Medal at the 6th Annual Wines of Chile Awards in January 2009. TASTING NOTE: [Wine of the Week] From the Mont Gras San Jose estate in the Colchagua Valley, an oak-aged 100 per cent Carmenre that positively brims with ripe, spicy fruit, vanilla and dark mocha chocolate. Long out of fashion in Bordeaux, this variety thrives in Chile like nowhere else and is a joy best served with rare steak. (Jonathan Ray, www.telegraph.co.uk, The Daily Telegraph U.K., June 10, 2009)
960542 (D) 750 mL $ 12.95
Wine of the Month
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VINTAGES 11
A Huaso (Chilean cowboy) rides through a vineyard. FROM TOP LEFT: Pruning vines in a Casa Lapostolle vineyard; a glass of Carmenre, ready to drink; barrels of wine age in a stone cellar.
matches ROASTED HERBED CHICKEN,

BARBECUED CHORIZO SAUSAGES
GARNISHED WITH
food
AVOCADO,
GRILLED LAMB WITH

MUSHROOMS,
MEDIUM-AGED
CHEDDAR,
SANTA ALICIA GRAN RESERVA CARMENRE 2005
Maipo Valley TASTING NOTE: Santa Alicia Gran Reserva Carmenere, Maipo Valley, 2005 has appealing dried cherries, kirsch and blueberry jam aromas with earthy and balsamic undertones. On the palate its smooth, with fantastic layers of spice, fruit, chocolate, cedar box and berry fruit. Elegance and power with fine drying tannins on the finish. Delicious! (Daenna Van Mulligen, www.winescores.ca, Jan. 14, 2009)
093831 (D) $ 18.95
UNDURRAGA SIBARIS CARMENRE 2007

Colchagua Valley TASTING NOTE: Shows juicy berry, balsamico and loads of pretty floral aromas with undertones of chocolate, spice and typical green hints. The aromas are echoed on the palate its fresh (almost delicate) with great acidity with excellent fruit expression and a plush texture. Delicious. (Daenna Van Mulligen, www.winescores.ca, Jan. 14, 2009)
096602 (D) $ 15.95
TERRA ANDINA CARMENRE 2008

Central Valley (Sur Andino) This wine is a terrific value from one of the newer faces on the Chilean scene. Master winemaker Oscar Salas worked as the assistant winemaker at Terra Andina before taking the reins with the 2008 vintage. This intense Carmenre features dark berry fruit, plum, spice and cedar notes. Dry, with ripe mixed-berry flavours and a soft texture, this mediumbodied red is perfect for smoky grilled back ribs or lamb chops.
127522 (XD) $ 11.95
BARBECUED
RIBS,
BISON BURGERS,
HOME MADE
MEATBALLS
750 mL
750 mL
New at VINTAGES
VINTAGES 13
750 mL
Southern Charms
The delicious, easygoing Chardonnays
from Burgundys two southern districts are full of charm. Offering exceptional value, the fruit-driven whites of the Cte Chalonnaise and Mcon are simply summertime-perfect. Strap on the sandals, slip on your shades, and discover Burgundys irresistible summertime whites.
SUMMERTIME CHARDONNAY:
Burgundys
LEFT (INSET): The village of Bussires in Mcon surrounded by, naturally, rows of vines; LEFT: up close with a cool glass of Chardonnay; FAR RIGHT: an ancient well is a fixture at a vineyard in the Cte Chalonnaise.
Cte Chalonnaise
TASTE
& STYLE
These sophisticated
NICOLAS POTEL MONTAGNY 1er CRU 2007

AC TASTING NOTE: Classic, elegantly oaked southern Burgundy white. Toast, baked apple, tropical fruit, hazelnut, butter and mineral tones all present themselves for your approval. Dry with very nice harmony between the fruit and the oak. Medium full-bodied with a very long and very pleasing finish. An ideal companion for richer seafood dishes. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009)
127431 (XD) 750 mL $ 24.95
and seductive Chardonnays combine the best of Burgundys finesse with the bold fruit associated with the New World. These hidden gems offer exceptional quality and value. Montagny is the most famous appellation, creating ripe Chardonnays that deserve rich foods like grilled pheasant or crab.
2
VINTAGES 15
TASTE
is Chardonnay country. Usually unoaked, its Chardonnays are some of the worlds most delicious, thirst-quenching wines. The Mcon-Villages versions have fruit flavours that are front and centre, and are wonderful to sip alongside barbecued fish or chicken. The Saint-Vran and the famous Pouilly-Fuiss appellations use fruit from select vineyard areas; they are riper and rounder, sometimes oaked, and perfect for lobster or planked salmon.
The Mcon
Mcon
& STYLE
LEFT: A Chardonnay vineyard overlooks the town of Vergisson; INSET: Pointing the way(s) to Pouilly and Fuiss.
DOMAINE FRANCIS FICHET ET FILS MCON-VILLAGES 2007

AC TASTING NOTE: A Chardonnay that is simultaneously refreshing and robust. Featuring green apple, green plum, lemon, fresh pear aromas and flavours. Dry, crisp, fresh and fruity. Medium full-bodied with a bright, clean, lingering finish. Enjoy it with goat cheese dishes. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009)
127399 (XD) $ 16.95
J.J. VINCENT CHAMP BRL MCON-VILLAGES 2007

AC TASTING NOTE: This wine beautifully blends fruit from three high-quality villages, namely Vergisson, Davay, and Priss. An intriguing mix of elegance and intensity typify this wine. Apple, mineral, grapefruit and citrus notes greet the nose, with the latter two, as well as green apples, characterizing the palate. Well-balanced, with good fruit, crisp-to-racy acidity, and a fine apple-tinged finish. This is a lovely Mcon-Villages. (VINTAGES panel, Feb. 2009)
127423 (XD) $ 18.95
DOMAINE NADINE FERRAND ST-VRAN 2007

AC TASTING NOTE: From a single plot of vines with an average age of 30 years. Aromas of apricot, citrus and floral with light nut accents lead to a palate redolent of generous apple, apricot, citrus and herbal touches. A little spicy zest, fine, crisp acidity, and a good finish make this flavourful St-Vran a standout and a real crowd pleaser. (VINTAGES panel, Feb. 2009)
127449 (XD) $ 21.95
DOMAINE JEAN-PIERRE SVE TERROIR POUILLY-FUISS 2007

AC The Pouilly-Fuiss appellation represents the pinnacle of quality in the Mconnais district. It has a reputation for producing excellent Chardonnays that emphasize fruit over oakiness. The natural rock formation that surrounds the area creates an almost perfect suntrap that helps the grapes to ripen. A popular choice in Parisian bistros and cafs, Pouilly-Fuiss pairs beautifully with simply prepared roasted chicken and grilled fish.
681056 (XD) $ 26.95
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VINTAGES 17
Score 90! Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

HENSCHKE HENRY'S SEVEN 2005 Barossa, South Australia 685578 (D) 750 mL WAS $42.95, NOW $37.95
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ANTINORI PIAN DELLE VIGNE BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2003 DOCG, Unfiltered, Italy Tuscany 651141 (XD) 750 mL WAS $63.95, NOW $58.95
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Score 90! Wine Spectator

MITOLO G.A.M. SHIRAZ 2007 McLaren Vale, South Australia 596031 (XD) 750 mL WAS $46.95, NOW $39.95
Score 88! Wine & Spirits Magazine

CHAPUY BRUT RSERVE BLANC DE BLANCS CHAMPAGNE AC, Grand Cru, France 068296 (XD) 750 mL WAS $54.95, NOW $46.95

CLOS SAINT JEAN CHTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 2006 AC, France Rhne 070888 (XD) 750 mL WAS $49.95, NOW $41.95
Score 95! International Wine Cellar

EGON MLLER RIESLING AUSLESE 2006 QmP, Scharzhofberger, Estate Btld. Germany Mosel-Saar-Ruwer 720359 (MS) 750 mL WAS $247.00, NOW $222.00
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BRUNO GIACOSA BAROLO LE ROCCHE DEL FALLETTO 2003 DOCG, Italy Piedmont 074401 (XD) 750 mL WAS $249.00, NOW $224.00
Score 90! Wine Spectator

MARCHESI DE' FRESCOBALDI CASTELGIOCONDO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2003 DOCG, Italy Tuscany 650432 (XD) 750 mL WAS $54.95, NOW $46.95

TENUTA SAN GUIDO GUIDALBERTO 2006 IGT Toscana, Italy Tuscany 072439 (XD) 750 mL WAS $64.95, NOW $58.95
Score 90! International Wine Cellar

MARQUS DE MURRIETA RESERVA 2003 DOCa Rioja, Spain 086488 (XD) 1500 mL WAS $44.95, NOW $39.95
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SATURDAY AUGUST 15, 2009 VINTAGES 19
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TRUMPOURS MILL PINOT NOIR 2007 VQA Prince Edward County, Estate Btld. (Grange of Prince Edward) 122283 (XD) 750 mL
TASTING NOTE: This is a lovely pinot noir. The aromas that are all sweet and tangy fruit, and they lead into a palate that replays with added complexity. Theres a nice relationship between the nuanced avour prole, the bright acidity and the drying tannins. Its drinking very well now (and through to the end of 2011) with chicken, pork, and grilled salmon. Score #### (out of 5). (Rod Phillips, www.rodphillipsonwine.com, March 11, 2009)
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GEKKEIKAN NIGORI SAKE Japan
Nigori sake is barely filtered, leaving a milky residue that gives it a fuller mouthfeel than most sakes. This mildly sweet style sake should be chilled and shaken (to mix in the sediment) before enjoying. An excellent companion for simple baked fish or sushi such as unagi (smoked eel). It is also a nice sipper on its own. 125989 (M) 300 mL $ 8.95
SPARKLING WINE
TENUTA S. ANNA CUVE ROS BRUT Italy (Genagricola)
TASTING NOTE: Pale peachy pink in colour, this refreshing ros fizz is a blend of 70% Pinot Nero (Pinot Noir) and 30% Merlot. The nose offers aromas of candied strawberry, pink grapefruit, sweet redcurrants and pear. Its dry, light-bodied with an easygoing round texture. Bright flavours of strawberry, red berries and tangerine are balanced by a gentle effervescence and zesty acidity. Its terrific as a summer afternoon sipper or pair with seared salmon. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009) 126300 (D) 750 mL $ 15.95
on the cover
Front: CASA LAPOSTOLLE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007 Chile (398800, $15.95, page 6) MONTES ALPHA CHARDONNAY 2007 Chile (390203, $22.95, page 5) Back: FONTAL ROBLE TEMPRANILLO 2007 DO La Mancha, Spain (127381, $ 13.95, page 32) KENDALL-JACKSON VINTNER'S RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005 California , USA (331603, $ 24.95, page 24) VILLALTA RIPASSO VALPOLICELLA 2006 DOC, Veneto, Italy (117242, $ 14.95, page 31)
SEGURA VIUDAS VINTAGE BRUT CAVA 2004 Spain

TASTING NOTE: Made with the local grapes Macabeo and Parellada, this sparkling wine is loaded with aromas of baked and fresh apple, citrus, bread dough and lees. Very dry and crisp with an impressive fizz that knits the fruits and acids together. Medium-bodied with a mediumlong crisp/bubbly/fruit finish. Bring on the shellfish. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009) 120956 (XD) 750 mL $ 18.95
CANADA WHITE WINE

ONTARIO
CREEKSIDE ESTATE LAURA WHITE 2007 VQA Niagara Peninsula
Winner of a Silver Medal at the Ontario Wine Awards 2009. TASTING NOTE: This expressive white blend needs time to come into its own, just like the previous 2006 Laura White did. The mix of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Viognier and Riesling included lots that were fermented and aged in older oak barrels. The resulting wine calls to mind the same adjectives used to describe Youth Novels: edgy, experimental and winsome. (Christopher Waters, Vines, Jan./Feb. 2009) 121764 (D) 750 mL $ 17.95
WILDASS WHITE 2006 VQA Niagara Peninsula

TASTING NOTE: A chardonnay-based blend with smillon, sauvignon blanc, riesling, gewrztraminer and viognier. The 2006 Wildass has a lovely nose of fresh, ripe stone fruit, yellow flowers, white peach, yellow apple and really fine integrated wood. The addition of viognier for the first time adds the attractive floral note. The palate is medium bodied and well balanced, with the characteristic creamy-leesy texture for which Stratus is known. Long, subtlety spiced finish. A really successful wine that is ready to enjoy now, but will certainly continue to evolve over the next couple of years. A premium wine and a fabulous value. Score 90. (John Szabo, M.S., www.wineaccess.ca, Undated) 085100 (D) 750 mL $ 19.95
CANADA RED WINE

ONTARIO
CAVE SPRING MERLOT 2006 VQA Niagara Escarpment
TASTING NOTE: The 2006 vintage in Ontario was cool. At first, 06 wines made with Bordeaux grapes were a touch muted. Now, a year or two on, the wines are starting to make a big impression. Cave Springs Merlot is a prime example. Well-handled toasty oak surrounds an array of aromas, including black cherry, plum, vanilla and coffee bean, as well as a hint of minerality. On the palate, its dry with good fruit replays, and moderate tannins bring fine balance. Medium-bodied with a lingering finish. Try it tonight with rare roast beef. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009) 235051 (XD) 750 mL $ 16.95
JACKSON-TRIGGS PROPRIETORS GRAND RESERVE GEWRZTRAMINER 2007 VQA Niagara Peninsula

This spicy and voluptuous Gewrztraminer was honoured with a Gran Menzione at Vinitaly 2009. TASTING NOTE: A terrific Gewrztraminer to pair with spicy grilled shrimp kebabs, this juicy/fruity wine is pale lemon in colour and displays pretty aromas of rose petals, apricots and a touch of lychee. Its just off-dry, medium full-bodied with medium acidity balancing the ripe and juicy exotic fruit flavours, leading to a medium-long, spicy finish. Well done. (VINTAGES panel, July 2009) 134130 (MD) 750 mL $ 18.75
STONECHURCH BARREL FERMENTED CHARDONNAY 2007 VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake

TASTING NOTE: It may be fermented and matured in barrel, but the oak is perfectly integrated. Aromas suggest ripe pear, vanilla, mineral, green apple and gentle oak. Dry and crisp with good apple fruit surrounded by the subtle oak. Medium full-bodied with a rather long, balanced finish. This approachable wine can be aged short term (2-3 years), or have it tonight with roasted whole chicken. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009) 121772 (D) 750 mL $ 16.95
NIAGARA COLLEGE TEACHING WINERY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005 VQA Niagara Peninsula
TASTING NOTE: Dense ruby; pencil lead, licorice, cedar, currants; full-bodied, ripe currants; well extracted fruit with soft tannins. Score #### (out of 5). (Tony Aspler, www.tonyaspler.com, A Wine Lovers Diary, June 30, 2008) 121715 (D) 750 mL $ 18.95
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STONECHURCH RESERVE SYRAH 2007 VQA Niagara-on-the-Lake

This wine won the Gold Medal and the title of best Syrah at the 2009 Ontario Wine Awards. TASTING NOTE: Wow! Now, this is spicy. Medium ruby in colour, the nose is dominated by freshground black pepper along with raspberry, smoke, and hints of mineral and chocolate. Dry with medium acidity and a creamy texture, this mediumbodied Syrah features blackberry, raspberry and black pepper flavours. A well-made wine to pair with gourmet sausages, pepper steaks or spicy beef enchiladas. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009) 131300 (D) 750 mL $ 24.95 PRODUCT UNAVAILABLE
CANADA ROS WINE

ONTARIO
TRUMPOURS MILL ROS 2007 VQA Prince Edward County, Estate Btld. (Grange of Prince Edward)
The father-and-daughter team of Bob and Caroline Granger are making a name for their family-run winery and the Prince Edward County region in general. TASTING NOTE: A blend of pinot noir and gamay, this is a good wine for sipping or for serving with summer lunches on the patio. Its a vibrant pink, but dont prepare your palate for a ros with residual sugar. This is resolutely dry, with clean, refreshing acidity. Drink it with salads or poached salmon. Score ### 1/2 (out of 5). (Rod Phillips, www.rodphillipsonwine.com, March 11, 2009) 055046 (XD) 750 mL $ 14.95
TRUMPOURS MILL PINOT NOIR 2007 VQA Prince Edward County, Estate Btld. (Grange of Prince Edward)
TASTING NOTE: This is a lovely pinot noir. The aromas that are all sweet and tangy fruit, and they lead into a palate that replays with added complexity. Theres a nice relationship between the nuanced flavour profile, the bright acidity and the drying tannins. Its drinking very well now (and through to the end of 2011) with chicken, pork, and grilled salmon. Score #### (out of 5). (Rod Phillips, www.rodphillipsonwine.com, March 11, 2009) 122283 (XD) 750 mL $ 19.95
USA WHITE WINE

CALIFORNIA
DELICATO VIOGNIER/CHARDONNAY 2008 California
TASTING NOTE: Viognier is increasingly popular, and Delicatos blending of it with Chardonnay has produced an apricot-scented wine that is soft, sweet at the core, medium-bodied and full of pleasing citrus and grapefruit flavours. And the fruit keeps on going right to the impressive finish. (VINTAGES panel, May 2009) 136390 (D) 750 mL $ 14.95
VQA Wine of the Month
BRITISH COLUMBIA
BURROWING OWL SYRAH 2005 VQA Okanagan Valley, Estate Btld.
This iconic winery of BC boasts a stable of awardwinning and critically acclaimed wines. Their Syrah displays plentiful blackberry and pepper aromas with hints of underbrush and cedar. On the palate, it suggests a bit more New World than northern Rhne, but not to excess. This is the appeal of BC Syrah New World fruit underpinned by Old World structure. 073072 (XD) 750 mL $ 48.95
LIBERTY SCHOOL CHARDONNAY 2006 Central Coast

Winemaker Austin Hope does double-duty for his familys Treana winery and their second label, Liberty School. He crafted this Chardonnay in an attractive, fruit-forward style featuring loads of ripe apple and peach, plus butterscotch and vanilla. Enjoy this medium full-bodied wine with crab cakes or veal cutlets with lemon and capers. 960120 (D) 750 mL $ 15.95
USA RED WINE

CALIFORNIA
DOMAINE CARNEROS ESTATE PINOT NOIR 2006 Carneros
TASTING NOTE: Well-proportioned, with full-bodied plum, wild berry, spice and mineral notes that are structured, complex and long on the finish. Drink now through 2014. Score 89. (James Laube, www.winespectator.com, May 31, 2009) 101816 (D) 750 mL $ 34.95
ARGENTINA WHITE WINE

TRAPICHE BROQUEL TORRONTES 2008 Cafayete Valley, Salta
TASTING NOTE: This fragrant, floral and elegant Torrontes won a Gold Medal at the 2009 Argentina Wine Awards. One sniff and sip tells you why. Light peach, fresh apricot, melon, white flowers and lemon meringue aromas dominate. Quite dry and crisp with elegant fruit beneath. The apricot, peach and lemon replay beautifully on the palate. A great palate cleanser between courses or enjoy it with light seafood dishes. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009) 127118 (D) 750 mL $ 15.95
KENDALL-JACKSON VINTNERS RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005 Jackson Estates Grown, California
A perennial favourite with VINTAGES customers, K-Js Vintners Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon seems to get better with every vintage. The 2005 is elegant and soft with plump cherry, cassis, cedar and cocoa aromas as well as a vanilla note. Its dry and medium-bodied with fresh fruit flavours balanced by ripe tannins. A delicious selection for braised lamb shanks, grilled steak or beef kebabs. It will also reward short-term cellaring (2-3 years). 331603 (D) 750 mL $ 24.95
ARGENTINA RED WINE

FINCA FLICHMAN RESERVA MALBEC 2007 Mendoza, Oak Aged
TASTING NOTE: More than a cut above the range of inexpensive malbecs that Argentina is flooding the world with, this 100% malbec delivers quality and value. Aged six months in oak and three in bottle before release, it shows intense, ripe and complex flavours and a mouth-filling texture thats silky smooth. With good balancing acidity, its a great choice for grilled red meats. Score #### (out of 5). (Rod Phillips, www.rodphillipsonwine.com, June 13, 2009) 746727 (D) 750 mL $ 12.95
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LUCAS & LEWELLEN PINOT NOIR 2006 Santa Barbara County

Louis Lucas has been growing grapes in Santa Barbara County for over 35 years and is affectionately known as the dirtman. He joined forces in 1996 with his good friend, retired judge Royce Lewellen, to craft distinctive wines. This stylish Pinot is sourced from two of the estates vineyards. Aged on its lees for nine months in neutral French oak barrels, it offers ripe black cherry and blackberry flavours on a smooth-textured frame. Enjoy now with grilled chicken or lightly smoked fish. 127605 (D) 750 mL $ 19.95
SANTA JULIA RESERVA SYRAH 2007 Mendoza (Familia Zuccardi)

Familia Zuccardi is on quite a roll right now, producing wines adored by consumers and critics alike. This 2007 Syrah is complex and balanced with aromas of blackberry, aromatic herbs and black pepper. With just the right amount of tannin for short-term ageing (2-3 years), this wine will also be very popular at your next backyard barbecue soire. 127613 (D) 750 mL $ 13.95
CHILE RED WINE

MONTES ALPHA SYRAH 2007 Colchagua Valley, Apalta Vineyard
TASTING NOTE: Alluring, with roasted coffee and vanilla bean notes giving way to a supple, rich palate of dark cherry, mulled currant and blackberry fruit, all pushed by a nicely integrated, loam- and grilled herb-tinged finish. Drink now through 2010. Score 90. (James Molesworth, www.winespectator.com, July 31, 2009) 000612 (XD) 750 mL $ 22.95
AUSTRALIA RED WINE

BAROSSA VALLEY ESTATE E-MINOR SHIRAZ 2007 Barossa Valley, South Australia
Barossa Valley Estate is known the world over for its legendary premium reds: the E&E Black Pepper Shiraz and the Ebenezer Shiraz. The E-Minor is much like a second wine from a great Bordeaux chteau; it shows the breeding of its bigger siblings but is offered at a fraction of the cost. The 2007 E-Minor Shiraz is medium full-bodied with lovely blackcurrant and raspberry fruit, wellbalanced acidity, and a lingering, vibrant finish. Serve it up with smoky lamb chops or thick grilled steaks. 071043 (D) 750 mL $ 17.95
CHILE ROS WINE

VALDIVIESO CABERNET SAUVIGNON ROS 2008 Central Valley
This robust, cherry-pink ros is packed with ripe blackcurrant and berry aromas and flavours. Dry, medium-bodied and bursting with fruit, its a bolder-styled ros thats perfect for around the barbecue. 059147 (D) 750 mL $ 12.95
BAROSSA VALLEY ESTATE EBENEZER CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2004 Barossa Valley, South Australia
TASTING NOTE: A complex cabernet; dark chocolate and mocha wrap around a generous palate driven by quite luscious blackcurrant fruit; even better than the 05. Drink [until] 2014. Score 94. (James Halliday, www.winecompanion.com.au, Feb. 2009) 039537 (XD) 750 mL $ 39.95
AUSTRALIA WHITE WINE

ZILZIE CHARDONNAY 2007 Victoria
Winner of a Gold Medal at the 2008 Australian Inland Wine Show. TASTING NOTE: Zilzies more upmarket wines offer big value, too, with a notable lift in flavour and complexity ... The barrel-fermented chardonnay is bolder, rounder and fuller with lovely ripe, peachy flavours and the complexities that come from time in oak but its not overdone. (Chris Shanahan, www.chrisshanahan.com, Dec. 7, 2008) 108027 (D) 750 mL $ 17.95
BAROSSA VALLEY ESTATE EBENEZER SHIRAZ 2004 Barossa Valley, South Australia
TASTING NOTE: Firm in texture and aromatically dramatic, with smoky, roasted coffee overtones to the blackberry, black cherry and tiny hint of tarragon as the flavors linger expressively. This has great structure and balance, but just needs time. Best after 2011. Highly Recommended. Score 93. (Harvey Steiman, www.winespectator.com, Oct. 15, 2008) 971705 (D) 750 mL $ 39.95
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AUSTRALIA RED WINE CONTD

CAT AMONGST THE PIGEONS NINE LIVES SHIRAZ 2006 Barossa Valley, South Australia (Barossa Earth)
TASTING NOTE: The wines receive only modest oak treatment, 30% aging in a combination of new and second use barrels. The 2006 Shiraz is opaque purple with an alluring nose of spice box, pepper, blueberry, and blackberry. Opulent on the palate, this full-bodied wine has layers of flavor, ripe fruit, excellent balance, and enough structure to evolve for a few years. However, only masochists will want to defer their gratification for more than a few minutes after purchase. All four of the Cat Amongst the Pigeon wines offer phenomenal value. Score 92. (Jay Miller, www.erobertparker.com, Oct. 2007) 093138 (D) 750 mL $ 21.95
GEORGE WYNDHAM FOUNDERS RESERVE SHIRAZ/GRENACHE 2006 McLaren Vale/Barossa Valley, South Australia, Cuve du Matre (Wyndham Estate)
This southern Rhne-inspired blend won Gold Medals at both Belgiums Monde Selection International Wine Contest 2009 and the Riverina Wine Show 2008. Made with 55% Shiraz from the Barossa Valley and 45% Grenache from McLaren Vale, this generous wine features black cherry, plum and ripe wild berry flavours, plus notes of black pepper spice and toasty oak. The name honours founder George Wyndham, who planted Australias first commercial Shiraz vineyard in 1830. 107961 (D) 750 mL $ 22.95
TORBRECK WOODCUTTERS SHIRAZ 2007 Barossa Valley, South Australia

TASTING NOTE: Production of the 2007 Woodcutters Shiraz was greatly impacted by the drought conditions in Barossa. Yields for this bottling were under two tons per acre and only 11,000 cases were made; down from 27,000 in 2006. The wine was aged in large oak foudres for one year. Purple-colored it reveals aromas of earth, spice, and blueberry in a straightforward, full-flavored style. It will make pleasant drinking over the next five years. Score 89. (Jay Miller, www.erobertparker.com, Feb. 2009) 927533 (XD) 750 mL $ 24.95
ELDERTON E SERIES SHIRAZ/CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2006 South Australia

Elderton was the first winery in South Australia to be accredited as Carbon Neutral through Trees for Lifes Carbon Neutral program. Elderton fans should note that this wine was formerly known as Tantalus. TASTING NOTE: Smooth and round, with a peppery note riding over the dark berry and licorice flavors, finishing with a mild grip of tannins. Drink now through 2012. Score 88. (Harvey Steiman, www.winespectator.com, Dec. 31, 2008) 108043 (D) 750 mL $ 14.95
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NEW ZEALAND WHITE WINE
GEORGE WYNDHAM FOUNDERS RESERVE SHIRAZ 2005 South Australia, Cuve du Matre (Wyndham Estate)
A Gold Medal winner at the 2008 National Wine Show of Australia and at the 2009 Monde Selection International Wine Contest in Brussels, to name but two of its many awards. TASTING NOTE: Big, rich and creamy with a minty fragrance, toasted French and American oak and brooding chocolate, [nougat], pepper and tar. Score Gold Medal. (Judges panel, New Zealand International Wine Show, 2008) 107904 (D) 750 mL $ 22.95
WITHER HILLS SAUVIGNON BLANC 2008 Wairau Valley, Marlborough, South Island
TASTING NOTE: Wither Hills is blended from 15 individual vineyard sites in Wairau Valley each harvested at optimum ripeness. Look for standard gooseberry and light capsicum notes with chalky, mineral undertones. Perfectly dry and fresh the acidity is bright the flavours a mix of gooseberry, passion fruit, lemongrass and granny smith apples. Well made and tasty. Score 88. (Anthony Gismondi & Stuart Tobe, www.gismondionwine.com, June 4, 2009) 919514 (XD) 750 mL $ 17.95
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SOUTH AFRICA WHITE WINE

PORCUPINE RIDGE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2008 WO Western Cape (Boekenhoutskloof)
TASTING NOTE: ... Full of crisp, bright fruit. Halfway in style between the green nettle-driven fruit of New Zealand and the more peachy style from Chile, this will be great to enjoy as soon as the daffodils are dancing in the spring sunshine. (Christine Austin, The Yorkshire Post (U.K.), Feb. 13, 2009) 126797 (D) 750 mL $ 13.95
MIDI
DOMAINE DES ASPES VIOGNIER 2008 Vin de Pays dOc (Vign. Roger)
The latest vintage of one of the most consistent Viogniers from the Languedoc. There is an evocation of Midi-in-a-glass here, including pit fruits, garrigue, melon and pear. Enjoy this delightful wine with spiced seafood dishes. 712638 (D) 750 mL $ 14.95
AUSTRIA WHITE WINE

SALOMON UNDHOF SALMON GROOVEY GRNER VELTLINER 2008 Krems (Dr. Salomon KG)
You know a wine is really starting to catch on when it acquires a cool nickname. Grner Veltliner is now called GrVe by the in-crowd. Grner Veltliner may be difficult for people to say (GROON-er VELT-lea-ner), but it is becoming one of the hippest and hottest wines on the market. Typically dry and flavourful with a peppery or spicy overtone, it is a great match for many fish (especially salmon) and seafood dishes. 669606 (XD) 750 mL $ 12.95
RHNE
MAS DES BRESSADES CUVE TRADITION BLANC 2008 AC Costires de Nmes (Cyril Mars, Vign.)
The Mars family began making wine in Algeria during the early 20th century. They would later acquire properties in Bordeaux (Chteau Puy Castra), and in Costires de Nmes, where they founded the renowned winery that produces this wine. Their Cuve Tradition is a floral beauty which matches beautifully with the cheeses of the Rhne, such as Srac and Saint-Marcellin. 701094 (D) 750 mL $ 13.95
FRANCE WHITE WINE

LOIRE
FRANCE RED WINE

BORDEAUX
CHTEAU DE SANCERRE SANCERRE 2007 AC (Marnier-Lapostolle, Prop.)

This terrific property in Sancerre is owned by the Marnier-Lapostolle family. The wines here receive the same attention to detail and quality that goes into the familys other immensely successful ventures, such as Casa Lapostolle in Chile, and their famous liqueur Grand Marnier. TASTING NOTE: Vibrant, lingering flavors of grapefruit and minerals. Score ### (out of 5). (Eric Asimov, The New York Times, Arril 15, 2009) 340893 (XD) 750 mL $ 25.95
CHTEAU COURRIRE-RONGIRAS 2005 AC Lussac Saint-milion (Vignobles Jean-Bernard Saby & Fils)
TASTING NOTE: This is beautiful 100% merlot thats just entered the drinking phase of its evolutionary curve. The tannins are sweet and firm, the way many people like them, and with medium-rare roast or grilled red meat, they will soften nicely. The wine presents well-layered sweet fruit flavours that are complemented and lifted by a broad seam of acidity. Lovely stuff, and a great price. Score #### 1/2 (out of 5). (Rod Phillips, www.winecurrent.com, March 26, 2009) 125492 (XD) 750 mL $ 18.95
FRANCE RED WINE CONTD

BORDEAUX
CHTEAU GRAND-ORMEAU CUVE MADELEINE 2005 AC Lalande de Pomerol
TASTING NOTE: The 2005 Cuvee Madeleine is similar [to the Grand-Ormeau], but slightly more structured, earthy, and backward. It will benefit from another 12 months of bottle age, and should keep for a decade. Score 90+. (Robert Parker Jr., www.erobertparker.com, Aug. 2008) 502245 (XD) 750 mL $ 57.00
CHTEAU ROQUETAILLADE LA GRANGE VIEILLES VIGNES 2005 AC Graves

TASTING NOTE: Offers aromas of crushed blackberry and light spices. Full-bodied, with lots of fruit and layered, ripe tannins, with just the right hint of new wood. Needs time. Best after 2010. Score 90. (James Suckling, www.winespectator.com, June 30, 2008) 125666 (XD) 750 mL $ 21.95
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MIDI
CHTEAU HAUT-CANTELOUP 2003 AC Mdoc

This estate in the Mdoc neighbours Chteau Potensac to the south and La Tour de By to the north. Unsually for the Left Bank, Merlot dominates the blend (and the estates vineyards) with Cabernet Sauvignon and a small amount of Cabernet Franc making up the rest. Densely planted with an average vine age of 40 years, this chteau consistently offers one of Bordeauxs best values. 2003 was a hot vintage, so this cuve offers ripe black fruit flavours and is drinking well now. 125534 (XD) 750 mL $ 17.95
CHTEAU DE LENGARRAN GRS DE MONTPELLIER 2006 AC Cteaux du Languedoc

Chteau lEngarran is a beautiful 18th-century chteau run by two sisters, Constance Rerolle and Diane Losfelt, who consistently craft quality wines. This blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignan and Mourvdre is an inky purple-ruby colour. Intense, brooding aromas of black raspberry, cocoa, garrigue, and sweet floral notes lead to a plush palate bursting with black fruit and brambly flavours, with dried herbs and a touch of spice. Well-structured with a lingering, pleasant finish, this will drink well now to 2014. (VINTAGES panel, July 2009) 076299 (XD) 750 mL $ 18.95
SOUTHWEST
CLOS DU CHNE 100% MALBEC 2005 AC Cahors
While the world may have discovered Malbec in Argentina, France is its historical home, and the winemakers of Cahors are reclaiming the grape for themselves. TASTING NOTE: Opulent damson, vanilla, liquorice aroma. Vibrant fruit on mid-palate. Elegant, long. So different from Cahors of 20 years ago. Drink 2009-17. Score ### (out of 5). (www.decanter.com, 2007) 129064 (XD) 750 mL $ 15.95
CHTEAU LA SERRE 2005 AC Saint-milion

TASTING NOTE: Aromas of vanilla, blackberry and milk chocolate follow through to a mediumto-full body, with a lovely core of ripe fruit and a medium finish of vanilla bean, berry and chocolate tart. Best after 2011. Score 90. (James Suckling, www.winespectator.com, March 31, 2008) 501437 (XD) 750 mL $ 58.00
FRANCE ROS WINE

PROVENCE
BIELER PRE ET FILS SABINE ROS 2008 AC Coteaux dAix-en-Provence
60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Grenache and 15% Syrah. TASTING NOTE: ... Charles Bielers 2008 is one of the best Ive found of the new crop for the price ... you get a pretty pink full of crisp, dry red-raspberry flavor and a hint of herbs that brings the wooded hills around Aix to mind. Its savory and lasting, able to move from aperitif to dinner on the patio effortlessly. (Tara Q. Thomas, The Denver Post, May 20, 2009) 071423 (XD) 750 mL $ 12.95
RHEINGAU
DOMDECHANT WERNERSCHES RIESLING SPTLESE 2002 QmP, Hochheimer Kirchenstck
TASTING NOTE: Medium yellow colour. This 7-year-old wine is still incredibly youthful. The peach, ripe apple, mineral and yellow plum aromas and flavours are well-supported by a vibrant acidity. Medium in sweetness to start, the fresh tones make it seem dry. Medium-bodied with a lingering finish. Try it with shrimp or linguine with pesto sauce. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009) 127365 (MS) 750 mL $ 23.95
GERMANY RED WINE

BADEN
RHNE
LE MOURRE DE LISLE ROS 2008 AC Ctes du Rhne (Vignobles David, Prop.-Rcolt.)
A blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, this fine ros is filled with blueberry, cherry, garrigue and vanilla aromas. Dry with excellent aroma replays on the palate. A wonderful sipper, or pair with barbecued prawns. 121848 (D) 750 mL $ 14.95
KNIGSCHAFFHAUSEN STEINGRBLE PINOT NOIR 2005 QbA, Trocken

For years Knigschaffhausen has been Badens leading cooperative. Low yields, an ultra-modern winery and the desire to produce quality wines has resulted in fantastic reliability, even with difficult grapes like Pinot Noir. The 2005 presents a deep garnet colour, with dried berry fruits and a hint of barnyard on the nose. On the palate, there are silky tannins, good fruit replays, and balancing acids. Serve it with Sauerbraten (pot roast with dumplings), spaetzle and red cabbage WUNDERBAR! 460410 (D) 750 mL $ 16.95
GERMANY WHITE WINE

PFALZ
HUNGARY WHITE WINE

ROYAL TOKAJI FURMINT 2006
LINGENFELDER BIRD LABEL RIESLING 2007 QbA

TASTING NOTE: The most famous (and the first) of the Vineyard Creatures series, it shows bright, juicy white fruits and minerals. It has a lovely, gently rounded texture with silky apple and citrus flavours and a mouth-watering finish. (Daenna Van Mulligen, www.winescores.ca, July 31, 2008) 568634 (MD) 750 mL $ 14.95
TASTING NOTE: This is one of an increasing number of dry Furmints coming out of Tokaji. From the apple, apricot and sweetly spiced nose, through to the textured palate that shows a mineral finish, this is a well executed, strong wine that has enough personality to tweak many peoples interest. Drink from 2009. Score ### (out of 5). (Decanter, Undated) 653220 (D) 750 mL $ 13.95
ITALY WHITE WINE

FRIULI
BORGO CONVENTI PINOT GRIGIO 2008 DOC Isonzo del Friuli (Ruffino)
Located in Italys northeast, Friuli enjoys climatic conditions that help winemakers achieve excellent crisp structure in their wines, particularly the whites. A real mixture of grapes are cultivated here including indigenous, Austrian, and French varieties such as Pinot Gris (a.k.a. Pinot Grigio). This delicate and fragrant Pinot Grigio can be served as an aperitif or with light dishes like seafood pasta. 013276 (XD) 750 mL $ 16.95
PUGLIA
COPPI PEUCETICO PRIMITIVO 2001 DOC Gioia del Colle
TASTING NOTE: Heres a great example of Italys version of Zinfandel. The nose is a bit subdued but opens to reveal dried berries, coffee and mineral notes with a faint floral edge. Soft in structure but with enough tannin to balance the fruit, this medium-bodied style has good length and is a nice alternative to the many very alcoholic styles we see from this grape. This is approachable enough to enjoy on its own. At this price, snap up an armful (or two) to enjoy over the next few months. Score #### (out of 5). (Mark Tandan, www.winecurrent.com, March 29, 2008) 724674 (XD) 750 mL $ 13.95
TRENTINO
BOLLINI PINOT GRIGIO 2008 DOC Trentino (Empson & Co.)
Natura & Passione have been Neil and Maria Empsons guiding principles since the creation of their Bollini line of wines in 1979. The Empsons continue to strive to find the ultimate expression of the best fruit from the most suitable vineyards. With every wine in this line they intrude as little as possible, letting the finished wine be a true reflection of the place where it was grown. This fresh, citrus- and melon-scented wine would complement a grilled prawn dish. 951319 (XD) 750 mL $ 16.95
SICILY
SANTA MARGHERITA SYRAH 2007 IGT Sicilia
Alto Adiges Santa Margherita wanted to make a fruit-forward, Mediterranean-meets-New World red wine. To achieve this in Italy, they sourced the grapes from the island of Sicily, which enjoys a warm climate. The result is a vibrant, blackberryand pepper-scented Syrah that is the perfect wine for barbecued steaks, hamburgers or gourmet sausages. 028977 (XD) 750 mL $ 17.95
ITALY RED WINE

PIEDMONT
CASA VINICOLA CORTESE BAROLO 2004 DOCG
TASTING NOTE: Exemplary modern Barolo with plenty of forward fruit on both the nose and the palate. Primarily plum, rose petals, masala spice, leather and ripe cherry aromas. On the palate, the wine is fairly tannic, but the fruit is quite forward considering the youthfulness of the wine. Will easily last a decade, but only needs about 2-4 years to enter its drinking window. A very good value Barolo from a delicious vintage. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009) 119677 (D) 750 mL $ 31.95
TUSCANY
BANFI CENTINE 2006 IGT Toscana
TASTING NOTE: Very rich and ripe aromas of blackberry and earth follow through to a fullbodied palate, with soft tannins and a long finish. Shows lovely flavors. One of the best values from Tuscany this year. Best after 2007. Score 88. (James Suckling, www.winespectator.com, Oct. 31, 2007) 947440 (XD) 750 mL $ 16.95
MARCHESI DE FRESCOBALDI TENUTA DI CASTIGLIONI 2006 IGT Toscana

Its not every day that the price of a 90-scoring wine from a renowned winery is reduced! Well, weve done just that, lowering the price of this lovely summer red from $23.95 to $21.95. Youre most welcome. TASTING NOTE: Very pretty, with perfumed blackberry and mineral aromas. Medium- to fullbodied, with fine tannins and a berry, milk chocolate and cedar aftertaste. A bit lean now, but polished and pretty. Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Merlot. Best after 2010. Score 90. (James Suckling, www.winespectator.com, Oct. 31, 2008) 974394 (XD) 750 mL $ 21.95
VENETO
CORTE ZOVO SA SOLIN RIPASSO 2007 DOC Valpolicella (Terre di Verona Agricola)
Year after year, this fabulous Ripasso is a major hit with VINTAGES customers. Its fruit-forward with layers of cranberry, cherry, herb, peppery spice and meaty notes. Dry with a medium full-body and a lingering finish, it has the structure to match flavourful dishes such as roast leg of lamb or gourmet pizza with the works. 650713 (D) 750 mL $ 17.95
VALPANTENA TORRE DEL FALASCO RIPASSO VALPOLICELLA 2006 DOC

The Cantina della Valpantena owes a great deal of its success to the work of Luca Degani, who has perfectly interpreted the magic moment Valpolicella is currently enjoying. The commitment of the member growers in the vineyards has been renewed, the cellar techniques perfected and, above all, the classic wine types have been interpreted in a contemporary key and promoted with effective marketing techniques. (Gambero Rosso Italian Wines 2008) TASTING NOTE: A simple, rustic, delicious, wine with mouth-watering red plums, cherries and berries. Full-bodied and smooth. Food matches: chipotle chili, spicy chicken, rib roast, fried chicken. Score 90. (Natalie MacLean, www.nataliemaclean.com, Nov. 22, 2008) 642421 (D) 750 mL $ 17.95
RENZO MASI CHIANTI RISERVA 2005 DOCG

This Chianti Riserva is a blend of 93% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo, and 2% Colorino. Rufina ages it for 30 months in a combination of barrel and bottle. Canaiolo adds some acidity, while the Colorino (instead of the now-allowed Cabernet Sauvignon) is used by traditionalists who want to add tannic structure but keep the wine all Italian. Try this with classic Tuscan dishes, such as steak Florentine. 969469 (XD) 750 mL $ 15.95
TENUTA LUGO CHIANTI RISERVA 2004 DOCG

TASTING NOTE: The 2004 vintage was not as legendarily hot as 2003, but that was definitely to Tuscanys advantage. This pretty crowd-pleaser features aromas of sweet red fruits, plum and gentle earth/truffle notes. Dry, ripe and fruity, this ready-to-drink wine is an ideal partner for barbecued gourmet spicy sausages. (VINTAGES panel, Nov. 2008) 023275 (D) 750 mL $ 21.95
VILLALTA RIPASSO VALPOLICELLA 2006 DOC (Casa Girelli)

TASTING NOTE: This Ripasso makes an immediate impression with its deep colour and concentrated aromas (cherry, blackberry, smoked meat, plums and leather). On the palate, it is dry, fruity and well-structured with good length on the finish. A smashing choice for barbecued back ribs or grilled T-bone steak. (VINTAGES panel, June 2009) 117242 (XD) 750 mL $ 14.95
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SPAIN WHITE WINE

BURGNS ALBARIO 2008 DO Ras Baixas (Bodegas Martin Cdax)
Albario is another variety in a long line of previously under-appreciated aromatic white grapes (e.g., Riesling, Chenin Blanc and Gewurztraminer) that is now beginning to get its long-deserved due. Its an exceptional match for a vast array of seafoods and paella, but also makes a refreshing summer sipper for lounging about on the backyard deck or patio. 945063 (XD) 750 mL $ 18.95
FONTAL ROBLE TEMPRANILLO 2007 DO La Mancha (Bodegas Fontana)

TASTING NOTE: From the hot La Mancha region comes this ripe and fruity Tempranillo, filled with aromas of plum, blackberry, black table grapes and spice cabinet. Dry with almost sweet fruits balanced by gentle acids. The fruit and spice mingle nicely, suggesting this wine is a good partner for mildly spiced Asian beef dishes. (VINTAGES panel, Nov. 2008) 127381 (D) 750 mL $ 13.95
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CELLER PIOL NUESTRA SEORA PORTAL 2007 DO Terra Alta

Jay Miller of www.erobertparker.com gave this wine a score of 90 but did not provide a tasting note. (Feb. 2008) TASTING NOTE: Its an undemanding wine (blended from Garnatxa Blanca, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Macabeo), but by no means lacking in interest. Aromas are dominated by the Sauvignon Blanc in the blend, but tropical fruit flavors dance on the palate, and the wines texture has that subtle graininess often associated with Garnatxa (Grenache). Score 88. (Marguerite Thomas, www.winereviewonline.com, June 2, 2009) 114256 (D) 750 mL $ 15.95
LORION CRIANZA 2005 DOCa Rioja (Bodegas Bretn)

TASTING NOTE: Deep red. Cherry, plum and tobacco on the nose, with suave baking spices and tobacco adding complexity. Supple cherry and plum jam flavors are framed and lifted by juicy acidity. Finishes clean and moderately long, with a note of cherry skin. Score 88. (Josh Raynolds, International Wine Cellar, July/Aug. 2008) 912691 (XD) 750 mL $ 15.95
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TORRES SAN VALENTN GARNACHA 2007 DO Catalunya
TASTING NOTE: (Translated from the Norwegian) Dense and deep red-violet. Rich and full sweet scents of plums and dark berries with hints of spice. Full bodied with ripe and sweet fruit, moderate acidity and a medium long aftertaste with fine tannins. This wine is ready to drink now, but can be cellared for two to three years. Definitely a wine to have with meat, but its easy, sweet style means that the meat should be well seasoned ... Sweet fruit combined with fine tannins make this a wine you can also enjoy without food. Or try with well-aged cheeses, such as parmesan, Gruyre, cheddar, etc. (Arnie Stalheim, www.klikk.no, Jan. 22, 2009) 673541 (XD) 750 mL $ 13.95
SPAIN RED WINE

FINCA SOBREO CRIANZA 2005 DO Toro
TASTING NOTE: Finca Sobrenos 2005 Crianza is 100% Tinta de Toro [Tempranillo] aged for 7 months in American oak. Dark crimsoncolored, it offers an enticing bouquet of cedar, mineral, blackberry, and floral notes. This leads to a ripe, supple, full-flavored, spicy wine with excellent depth and balance. Although designed and priced to be consumed in its youth, it will evolve for several years. Score 90. (Jay Miller, www.erobertparker.com, Aug. 2008) 040360 (XD) 750 mL $ 18.95
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BONTERRA CHARDONNAY (V) Mendocino County, Organically Grown Grapes

342436 (D) 750 mL $18.95
KIM CRAWFORD SAUVIGNON BLANC (V) Marlborough, New Zealand

035386 (XD) 750 mL $19.95
HENRI BOURGEOIS LES BARONNES SANCERRE (V) AC, Loire, France

542548 (XD) 750 mL $24.95
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PRODUCT INDEX SAKE

JAPAN I 125989 I 126300 I 120956
AUGUST 15, 2009
GEKKEIKAN NIGORI SAKE (300 mL)
Page 21
$ 8.95
SPARKLING WINE
ITALY VENETO SPAIN
TENUTA S. ANNA CUVE ROS BRUT SEGURA VIUDAS VINTAGE BRUT CAVA 2004
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$ 15.95 $ 18.95
WHITE WINE
CANADA ONTARIO
I 121764 I 134130 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 121772 085100 136390 960120 127118 127498 396986 127506 390203 108027 919514 126797 669606 127399 681056 127449 127423 127431 340893 712638 701094 568634 127365 653220 013276 951319 945063 114256
USA CALIFORNIA ARGENTINA CHILE
AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND SOUTH AFRICA AUSTRIA FRANCE BURGUNDY
FRANCE LOIRE FRANCE MIDI FRANCE RHNE GERMANY PFALZ GERMANY RHEINGAU HUNGARY ITALY FRIULI ITALY TRENTINO SPAIN
CREEKSIDE ESTATE LAURA WHITE 2007 JACKSON-TRIGGS PROPRIETORS GRAND RESERVE GEWRZTRAMINER 2007 STONECHURCH BARREL FERMENTED CHARDONNAY 2007 WILDASS WHITE 2006 DELICATO VIOGNIER/CHARDONNAY 2008 LIBERTY SCHOOL CHARDONNAY 2006 TRAPICHE BROQUEL TORRONTES 2008 CONO SUR 20 BARRELS CHARDONNAY 2007 LAPOSTOLLE CASA CHARDONNAY 2008 LEYDA RESERVA CHARDONNAY 2008 MONTES ALPHA CHARDONNAY 2007 ZILZIE CHARDONNAY 2007 WITHER HILLS SAUVIGNON BLANC 2008 PORCUPINE RIDGE SAUVIGNON BLANC 2008 SALOMON UNDHOF SALMON GROOVEY GRNER VELTLINER 2008 DOMAINE FRANCIS FICHET ET FILS MCON-VILLAGES 2007 DOMAINE JEAN-PIERRE SVE TERROIR POUILLY-FUISS 2007 DOMAINE NADINE FERRAND ST-VRAN 2007 J.J. VINCENT CHAMP BRL MCON-VILLAGES 2007 NICOLAS POTEL MONTAGNY 1er CRU 2007 CHTEAU DE SANCERRE SANCERRE 2007 DOMAINE DES ASPES VIOGNIER 2008 MAS DES BRESSADES CUVE TRADITION BLANC 2008 LINGENFELDER BIRD LABEL RIESLING 2007 DOMDECHANT WERNERSCHES RIESLING SPTLESE 2002 ROYAL TOKAJI FURMINT 2006 BORGO CONVENTI PINOT GRIGIO 2008 BOLLINI PINOT GRIGIO 2008 BURGNS ALBARIO 2008 CELLER PIOL NUESTRA SEORA PORTAL 2007
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$ 17.95 $ 18.75 $ 16.95 $ 19.95 $ 14.95 $ 15.95 $ 15.95 $ 24.95 $ 14.95 $ 13.95 $ 22.95 $ 17.95 $ 17.95 $ 13.95 $ 12.95 $ 16.95 $ 26.95 $ 21.95 $ 18.95 $ 24.95 $ 25.95 $ 14.95 $ 13.95 $ 14.95 $ 23.95 $ 13.95 $ 16.95 $ 16.95 $ 18.95 $ 15.95
RED WINE
CANADA ONTARIO
CANADA BRITISH COLUMBIA USA CALIFORNIA
235051 121715 122283 073072 101816 331603 127605 746727 127613
CAVE SPRING MERLOT 2006 NIAGARA COLLEGE TEACHING WINERY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005 TRUMPOURS MILL PINOT NOIR 2007 BURROWING OWL SYRAH 2005 DOMAINE CARNEROS ESTATE PINOT NOIR 2006 KENDALL-JACKSON VINTNERS RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005 LUCAS & LEWELLEN PINOT NOIR 2006 FINCA FLICHMAN RESERVA MALBEC 2007 SANTA JULIA RESERVA SYRAH 2007
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$ 16.95 $ 18.95 $ 19.95 $ 48.95 $ 34.95 $ 24.95 $ 19.95 $ 12.95 $ 13.95
ARGENTINA
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PRODUCT INDEX RED WINE CONTD

CHILE I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
AUGUST 15, 2009
951079 398800 030957 061069 727495 000612 960542 093831 275594 058446 127522 096602 071043 039537 971705 093138 108043 107904 107961 927533 125492 502245 125534 501437 125666 076299 129064 460410 119677 724674 028977 947440 974394 969469 023275 650713 642421 117242 040360 127381 912691 673541
AUSTRALIA
FRANCE BORDEAUX
FRANCE MIDI FRANCE SOUTHWEST GERMANY BADEN ITALY PIEDMONT ITALY PUGLIA ITALY SICILY ITALY TUSCANY
ITALY VENETO
SPAIN
CALINA RESERVA CARMENRE 2007 CASA LAPOSTOLLE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007 CONCHA Y TORO WINEMAKERS LOT 148 CARMENRE 2007 EMILIANA NATURA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007 LAURA HARTWIG RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2006 MONTES ALPHA SYRAH 2007 MONTGRAS RESERVA CARMENRE 2008 SANTA ALICIA GRAN RESERVA CARMENRE 2005 SANTA RITA MEDALLA REAL SPECIAL RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2006 TABAL RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007 TERRA ANDINA CARMENRE 2008 UNDURRAGA SIBARIS CARMENRE 2007 BAROSSA VALLEY ESTATE E-MINOR SHIRAZ 2007 BAROSSA VALLEY ESTATE EBENEZER CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2004 BAROSSA VALLEY ESTATE EBENEZER SHIRAZ 2004 CAT AMONGST THE PIGEONS NINE LIVES SHIRAZ 2006 ELDERTON E SERIES SHIRAZ/CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2006 GEORGE WYNDHAM FOUNDERS RESERVE SHIRAZ 2005 GEORGE WYNDHAM FOUNDERS RESERVE SHIRAZ/GRENACHE 2006 TORBRECK WOODCUTTERS SHIRAZ 2007 CHTEAU COURRIRE-RONGIRAS 2005 CHTEAU GRAND-ORMEAU CUVE MADELEINE 2005 CHTEAU HAUT-CANTELOUP 2003 CHTEAU LA SERRE 2005 CHTEAU ROQUETAILLADE LA GRANGE VIEILLES VIGNES 2005 CHTEAU DE LENGARRAN GRS DE MONTPELLIER 2006 CLOS DU CHNE 100% MALBEC 2005 KNIGSCHAFFHAUSEN STEINGRBLE PINOT NOIR 2005 CASA VINICOLA CORTESE BAROLO 2004 COPPI PEUCETICO PRIMITIVO 2001 SANTA MARGHERITA SYRAH 2007 BANFI CENTINE 2006 MARCHESI DE FRESCOBALDI TENUTA DI CASTIGLIONI 2006 RENZO MASI CHIANTI RISERVA 2005 TENUTA LUGO CHIANTI RISERVA 2004 CORTE ZOVO SA SOLIN RIPASSO 2007 VALPANTENA TORRE DEL FALASCO RIPASSO VALPOLICELLA 2006 VILLALTA RIPASSO VALPOLICELLA 2006 FINCA SOBREO CRIANZA 2005 FONTAL ROBLE TEMPRANILLO 2007 LORION CRIANZA 2005 TORRES SAN VALENTN GARNACHA 2007
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$ 15.95 $ 15.95 $ 16.95 $ 15.95 $ 13.95 $ 22.95 $ 12.95 $ 18.95 $ 19.95 $ 14.95 $ 11.95 $ 15.95 $ 17.95 $ 39.95 $ 39.95 $ 21.95 $ 14.95 $ 22.95 $ 22.95 $ 24.95 $ 18.95 $ 57.00 $ 17.95 $ 58.00 $ 21.95 $ 18.95 $ 15.95 $ 16.95 $ 31.95 $ 13.95 $ 17.95 $ 16.95 $ 21.95 $ 15.95 $ 21.95 $ 17.95 $ 17.95 $ 14.95 $ 18.95 $ 13.95 $ 15.95 $ 13.95
ROS WINE
CANADA ONTARIO CHILE FRANCE PROVENCE FRANCE RHNE
I I I I
055046 059147 071423 121848
TRUMPOURS MILL ROS 2007 VALDIVIESO CABERNET SAUVIGNON ROS 2008 BIELER PRE ET FILS SABINE ROS 2008 LE MOURRE DE LISLE ROS 2008
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$ 14.95 $ 12.95 $ 12.95 $ 14.95
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All bottles are 750 mL unless otherwise specied.
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August 16 September 12, 2009
CASTELMONTE CENTARE NERO DAVOLA (V)

IGT Sicilia, Italy Sicily (Carlo Pellegrino & C.) 546192 (D) 750 mL $ 13.95 4 Bonus AIR MILES reward miles
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August 17 September 13, 2009
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This is just a partial list of the more than 300 VINTAGES locations in Ontario. For the complete list of VINTAGES locations, please visit: www.vintages.com/frame_stores.html. For more information, please contact VINTAGES Sales Centre: Toronto Area 416-365-5767 or outside Toronto, toll-free 1-800-266-4764.
1 = Stores that Offer between 50 and 800 of VINTAGES Products 11 = Stores that Offer between 801 and 1,700 of VINTAGES Products 111 = Stores that Offer between 1,701 and 2,000+ of VINTAGES Products ISD = Stores that offer VINTAGES In-Store Discovery products
AJAX
Store 771 40 Kingston Road East Durham Centre 905-683-5306
CAMBRIDGE
Store 95 200 Franklin Blvd. 519-621-6330 ISD
LONDON
NEWMARKET
1 11
Store 26 71 York Street 519-432-1831
COLLINGWOOD
Store 31 1 First Street 705-445-3341
ANCASTER
Store 21 737 Golf Links Road Meadowlands Centre 905-304-9608
Store 393 109 Fanshawe Park Road 519-660-1366 Store 438 3050 Wonderland Road South 519-471-4930 Store 575 1073 Wellington Road 519-681-4242
Store 226 17555 Yonge Street 905-895-6341
11
ISD
NIAGARA FALLS
ISD Store 586 5389 Ferry Street Ferry Street Plaza 905-357-4360
11 1 1 1
11 1 11 11 11 1 1 1
CORNWALL
Store 540 11960 Brookdale Avenue Brookdale Mall 613-933-1723
1 1
NORTH BAY
Store 387 1711 Algonquin Avenue 705-474-5430
AURORA
Store 311 14824 Yonge St. 905-727-9722 Store 630 15830 Bayview Ave. 905-727-7288
1 1 1
DUNDAS
Store 25 119 Osler Drive 905-628-2042
Store 593 1240 Commissioners Road West 519-473-9612
OAKVILLE
Store 148 270 North Service Road West Oakville Town Centre W. 905-338-1039 Store 179 1011 Upper Middle Road East Upper Oakville Shopping Centre 905-849-9934 Store 365 276 Lakeshore Road East 905-844-6852 Store 437 NEW 1527 Rebecca Street 905-827-5072 Store 445 251 Oak Walk Dr. 905-257-6300
MAPLE
Store 536 2943 Major Mackenzie Drive 905-832-1367
BARRIE
Store 187 534 Bayfield Street 705-722-1046 Store 288 37 Caplan Avenue 705-726-6220
GEORGETOWN
Store 156 236 Guelph St., Delrex Market Centre 905-877-2721
11 1 1
11 11 11 1 1 1 1
MARKHAM
Store 390 192 Bullock Drive 905-472-8600 Store 590 3075 Highway 7 East 905-940-2768
GRAVENHURST
Store 102 NEW 150 Sharpe Street East 705-687-2641
BELLEVILLE
Store 57 190A Bell Boulevard 613-962-2132
11 1
GUELPH
Store 325 378 Speedvale Avenue East 519-824-7900 Store 495 615 Scottsdale Drive 519-823-5080
11 11 1
ISD
MILTON
Store 255 14 Main Street East 905-878-2631 Store 631 830 Main Street East 905-864-7030
BOLTON
Store 265 30 Mcewan Drive East 905-857-2620
11 1
ORANGEVILLE
Store 298 40 B Broadway 519-942-0188
BRACEBRIDGE
Store 130 Bracebridge Plaza, Hwy #118 West 705-645-6956
HAMILTON
Store 143 233 Dundurn Street South 905-529-8761
MISSISSAUGA
Store 182 200 Lakeshore Road East 905-278-7931 Store 218 1077 North Service Road Applewood Village Plaza 905-897-1092 Store 334 6975 Meadowvale Town Centre Meadowvale Town Centre 905-286-0188 Store 371 930 Southdown Road 905-822-2281 Store 385 5925 Rodeo Drive 905-568-4064
ORILLIA
Store 579 Coldwater Road & Westmount Drive Country Fair Plaza 705-325-9413
BRAMALEA
Store 416 80 Peel Centre Drive Bramalea City Centre 905-793-8027
HAWKESBURY
Store 83 56 Main Street East 613-632-2121
1 1 1 1
11 1 11 1
OSHAWA
Store 378 400 Gibb St, Oshawa Centre 905-723-5721 Store 465 1409 Harmony Rd 905-576-5223 Store 37 640 Bank Street 613-234-7064
HUNTSVILLE
Store 106 91 King William Street 705-789-2591
BRAMPTON
Store 171 170 Sandalwood Parkway E. Heart Lake Town Centre 905-846-4373 Store 329 545 Steeles Ave. E. 905-454-7980
KINGSTON
Store 40 34 Barrack Street 613-549-5092 Store 154 NEW 1089 Midland Avenue 613-384-2299
11 11 11 11 1
OTTAWA CENTRAL
11 1
BRANTFORD
Store 373 84 Lynden Road, Lynden Park Mall 519-752-1779
KITCHENER
Store 544 1005 Ottawa Street North Stanley Park Plaza 519-893-6921 Store 549 324 Highland Road West Highland Road Plaza 519-745-8781
BURLINGTON
Store 481 1235 Fairview Street Maple Mews Plaza 905-333-3111 Store 566 3365 Fairview Street 905-637-3248 Store 573 2000 Appleby Line 905-336-6200
Store 494 2458 Dundas Street West Woodchester Mall 905-822-1776 Store 505 9 5035 Hurontario St. 905-501-9784 Store 542 3020 Elmcreek Rd. 905-949-6100
Store 38 275 Rideau Street Corner Of King Edward & Rideau St. 613-789-522 Store 384 22 Isabella Street 613-232-9689 Store 526 240 Sparks St. C.D. Howe Building 613-567-7108 Store 547 111 Albert Street World Exchange Plaza 613-233-0394
111 1 1 1
ISD
1 1 1
1 1 11
LINDSAY
Store 82 35 Russell Street West 705-324-5511
Store 705 1900 Dundas Street West Sherwood Forrest Mall 905-823-4524
11
111
ISD
OTTAWA GLOUCESTER
Store 443 3-2016 Ogilvie Road Shoppers City East 613-745-9906
RICHMOND HILL
Store 248 10375 Yonge Street North 905-884-7321
Store 4 213 Danforth Avenue 416-469-4724
1 11 11 1 11 1
OTTAWA KANATA
Store 36 457 Hazeldean Rd. 613-592-5416
Store 623 8783 Yonge Street 905-886-3511
Store 5 1654 Queen Street East 416-691-9758 Store 6 11 Brock Avenue 416-532-7283 Store 10 10 Scrivener Square Summerhill Subway 416-922-0403 Store 15 232 Dupont Street 416-922-7066
Store 415 259 The Kingsway Humbertown Plaza 416-231-2446 Store 553 1750 The Queensway 416-620-5390
1 11
Store 629 1520 Major Mackenzie Dr. E., 905-884-4700
11 1 1
11 1 111 11 1 1 11
ISD
TORONTO NORTH YORK

Store 1 2625d Weston Road 416-243-3320 Store 185 5995 Yonge Street 416-221-0858 Store 355 2901 Bayview Avenue Bayview Village Mall 416-222-7658 Store 360 675 Wilson Avenue 416-636-5349 Store 452 1717 Avenue Road 416-785-6389
Store 556 24 300 Earl Grey Drive 613-592-1849
SARNIA
Store 459 1330 Exmouth Street 519-542-6836
11 1 111 1 11
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OTTAWA MANOTICK
Store 521 1154 Currier Street 613-692-2503
SAULT STE. MARIE

Store 359 150 Churchill Boulevard Churchill Plaza 705-759-7740
OTTAWA NEPEAN
Store 412 543 West Hunt Club Rd. 613-224-4333 Store 431 1363 Woodroffe Avenue College Square 613-224-4611
Store 18 85 Hanna Avenue, Unit 103 416-538-9200 Store 19 2151 St. Clair Ave. W. 416-653-8202 Store 164 147 Laird Avenue 416-425-6282
ISD
ST. CATHARINES
Store 252 210 Glendale Avenue Pendale Shopping Centre 905-641-1169 Store 522 311 Geneva Street 905-646-1818
ISD
Store 499 120 Riocan Avenue Barrhaven Market Square 613-825-1160
11 1 1 1
Store 217 Queens Quay, 2 Cooper Street 416-864-6777 ISD Store 295 3520 Dundas Street West 416-762-8215 Store 333 First Canadian Place Lower Concourse 416-594-9040 Store 457 2300 Yonge Street Yonge Eglinton Centre 416-487-4858 Store 485 1009 Coxwell Avenue 416-423-5213 Store 525 1941 Yonge Street 416-483-8622 Store 528 55 Bloor Street West Manulife Centre 416-925-5266 Store 532 87 Front Street East St. Lawrence Market 416-368-0521 Store 568 595 Bay Street Lower Concourse 416-979-9978
TORONTO SCARBOROUGH
Store 163 3111 Danforth Avenue 416-699-7003 Store 198 NEW 4543 Kingston Road 416-282-2034
11 11 11 1 11 1 1 11 1 1 1
STONEY CREEK
Store 545 75 Centennial Parkway North 905-560-4970
111 1
1 11 1
OTTAWA ORLEANS
Store 624 4220 Innes Rd 613-837-5527
STOUFFVILLE
Store 404 5710 Main Street 905-640-3771 ISD
OTTAWA SOUTH
Store 243 1980 Bank Street 613-523-7763
11 1 1 11 11 1 1 1 1
ISD
Store 269 3441 Lawrence Avenue East Cedarbrae Mall 416-431-0791
STRATFORD
Store 60 91 Wellington Street 519-271-1343
WATERDOWN
Store 326 255 Dundas Street East Waterdown Village Plaza 905-689-6855
OTTAWA VANIER
Store 140 230 Montreal Road 613-745-1523
SUDBURY NEW SUDBURY

Store 287 1467 Lasalle Boulevard Supermall 705-566-3882 Store 407 2040 Algonquin Road 705-522-8000
WATERLOO
Store 115 115 King Street South 519-886-4970 Store 417 571 King Street North 519-884-8511 Store 702 450 Columbia St 519-886-1559
OTTAWA WEST
Store 212 222 Richmond Road 613-729-1735
1 1 1 1
11 11 1
SUDBURY SOUTH END
OWEN SOUND
Store 300 1156 2nd Avenue East 519-376-0761
TECUMSEH
Store 278 15 Amy Croft Dr. 519-735-2661
PERTH
Store 72 80 Dufferin Street 613-267-1697
WHITBY
Store 432 170 Taunton Road West 905-655-6090
THORNHILL
Store 523 NEW 180 Promenade Circle 905-889-7787
PETERBOROUGH
Store 35 879 Lansdowne Street West 705-743-9955
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THUNDER BAY
Store 501 1010 Dawson Road The Landmark Inn 807-767-8882 Store 616 969 Fort William Road 807-623-8484 Store 2 396 St. Clair W. 416-653-0220
Store 697 2185 Queen Street East 416-690-9876 Store 742 10 Lower Jarvis 416-364-9114
WINDSOR
Store 367 3165 Howard Avenue The Roundhouse Centre 519-972-1772
PICKERING
Store 776 1899 Brock Rd. 905-427-9830
11
1 1 1 1
WOODBRIDGE
Store 346 7850 Weston Road 905-851-2500 Store 632 NEW 140 Woodbridge Avenue 905-264-7366
TORONTO ETOBICOKE
Store 149 2946 Bloor Street West 416-239-3065
PORT CARLING
Store 403 115 Medora Street 705-765-5222
TORONTO CENTRAL
PORT HOPE
Store 79 15 Ontario Street 905-885-5668
Store 207 250 The East Mall, Cloverdale Mall 416-233-6081 Store 214 125 The Queensway 416-259-6476
11 1 1
11 11
ISD
ISD
WOODSTOCK
Store 64 959 Dundas Street 519 537-3311
Store 3 1230 Dundas Street West 416-536-4634
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In the Pipeline
August 29, 2009 Release FEATURES
Exploring the Rhne Valley Californian Zinfandel
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BENCHMARK
942151 SEGHESIO ZINFANDEL 2007 Sonoma County, California
ARRIVE IN STYLE
117234 SARTORI VALPOLICELLA SUPERIORE RIPASSO 2006 DOC, Veneto, Italy
VQA ON TOUR
WAYNE GRETZKY ESTATES
WHITE WINES
268342 HENRY OF PELHAM BARREL FERMENTED CHARDONNAY 2007 VQA Niagara Escarpment, Ontario 671131 COO SUR VISIN VIOGNIER 2008 Colchagua Valley, Chile 500058 CHTEAU DE MALLE 2005 AC Sauternes, Bordeaux, France 734921 MACULAN PINOT GRIGIO 2008 DOC, Veneto, Italy
RED WINES
090258 ROLF BINDER HEINRICH SHIRAZ/MATARO/GRENACHE 2006 Barossa Valley, South Australia 119065 PAUL HOBBS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005 Napa Valley, California 501213 CHTEAU LARCHANGE 2005 AC Saint-milion, Bordeaux, France 928622 LAN GRAN RESERVA 2001 DOCa Rioja, Spain
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