Celebrate More November 2023

NOVEMBER 2023

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REASONS TO IN NOVEMBER CELEBRATE MORE It's THANKSGIVING / FRIENDSGIVING time again! Gather family and celebrate the season— we’ve got LOTS of beverage options for your table!

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WINE Staff Picks: Spirits 750 Ml & 1.75 L Spirits: Vodka, Bourbon, Whiskey & Rye, Scotch & Irish Whiskey, Tequila & New Tequila, Cordials, Rum, Gin Team PROfile Mixology Wine + Chocolate Staff Picks: Wine Rosé Selections Winery of the Month Big Red Wines Sherry & Port Wine New to Arkansas Sparkling Wine Wine Under $20 Featured Wineries BEER Staff Picks: Beer Cigar of the Month Brewery of the Month PG. 38-39 PG. 14-37

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THE GRAZIE SPRITZ 0.0% abv (Makes 2 drinks) • 1 ½ oz. Lyres Italian Orange • 1 ½ oz. Seedlip Grove

• 2 oz. Lyres Classico • 3 dashes NA bitters • orange peel for garnish

DIRECTIONS Pour all ingredients into a large wine glass and stir gently. Twist the orange peel over the glass to release the oils, and lightly rub it onto the rim of the glass before dropping it into the drink. Enjoy!

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JOHN B. PENELOPE TOASTED SERIES RYE WHISKEY After full maturation in charred new American oak barrels, the 100% straight rye whiskey finishes in a new, freshly toasted barrel. While it can be hard to predict the flavor profile of each bottle in the toasted series, the deep notes of vanilla imbued by the toasting process add another dimension to the signature flavor profile. Whether you’re into a heavy toast or lighter char, the toasted series truly offers something for everyone. $54.98 $65.99 vanilla and lemon zest elements on the palate. The finish, which is mildly sweet, is nicely seasoned with malt grains, espresso, and chocolate-covered almonds. $64.98 $73.99 AUTUMN AZUÑIA REPOSADO ORGANIC TEQUILA Just a few words perfectly describe this Tequila: Complex, well-rounded, and rested to perfection. Boasting a light agave aroma and hints of butterscotch, oak, smokiness, and caramel, it offers a smooth, slight vanilla finish ideal for sipping on its own or blending into a tequila mule or similar tequila cocktail. $46.98 $53.99 COLIN ARDBEG 10-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH This flavorful single malt was called "wonderfully distinctive” by famed whisky writer Michael Jackson and was named World Whisky of the Year in the 2008 Whisky Bible . Ardbeg Ten has rich aromas of ocean air, taffy, and a cloud of undeniable peat smoke, balanced by softer

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ROBERT THE BOTANIST ISLAY DRY GIN

ROBERTO PLANTATION 5-YEAR-OLD BARBADOS RUM Rated 94 Points by Wine Enthusiast American oak barrels play host to this rum, where it ages for three to four years. Next, a woody and nutmeg palette is drawn out in Ferrand French oak casks as the rum continues to mature for one to two years. The result is a subtle and tropical Barbadian-style rum, excellent for aperitifs or classic cocktails like the Mai Tai. $29.98 $34.99 Made using an astounding 31 botanicals, this is the world's first and only Islay Dry Gin and was rated one of the world's ten best gins. Nose: Exploding with botanicals! Citrus, menthol, flowers, apple mint, spring woodlands, juniper, coriander. It goes on and on. Palate: Chill at the entry, warm at the back palate. Citrus freshness and a starburst of other flavors. Finish: Long, spicy. $34.98 $40.99

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360 ORGANIC VODKA – ALL FLAVORS Your Choice $18.98 $21.99 1.75 Liter ABSOLUT VODKA – ALL FLAVORS Your Choice $17.98 $20.99 750 ml $30.98 $37.99 1.75 Liter GREY GOOSE – ALL FLAVORS Your Choice $27.98 $31.99 750ml $44.98 $51.99 1.75 Liter KETEL ONE & KETEL ONE CITRON Your Choice $34.99 $41.99 1.75 Liter REYKA VODKA $19.98 $22.99 750 ml $34.98 $39.99 1.75 Liter TITO'S HANDMADE VODKA $19.98 $21.99 750 ml $30.98 $35.99 1.75 Liter WHEATLEY VODKA $14.98 $17.99 750 ml $28.98 $31.99 1.75 Liter 750 ML BOTTLES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED VODKA

THANKSGIVING APPLE CRANBERRY MOSCOW MULE

DIRECTIONS Fill two large glasses with ice. Add the vodka and cranberry juice. Add the sparkling apple juice and then fill the rest of the way with the ginger beer. Stir gently to combine and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh cranberries.

• ice • 4 oz. Tito’s Handmade Vodka • ¼ cup cranberry juice • ½ cup sparkling apple juice • 2 ginger beers • Garnish: fresh cranberries

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ANGEL’S ENVY KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON $44.98 $51.99 750 ML ANGEL’S ENVY RYE WHISKEY $82.98 $94.99 750 ML BULLEIT BOURBON $24.98 $30.99 750 ml $44.98 $50.99 1.75 Liter BULLEIT RYE $23.98 $28.99 750 ml $42.98 $49.99 1.75 Liter ELIJAH CRAIG KENTUCKY STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY $25.98 $29.99 750 ml $52.98 $58.99 1.75 Liter ELIJAH CRAIG KENTUCKY STRAIGHT RYE WHISKEY $25.98 $29.99 750 ml $52.98 $58.99 1.75 Liter GEORGE DICKEL RYE $29.98 $41.99 1.75 Liter Limited time only! JACK DANIEL'S BLACK LABEL TENNESSEE WHISKEY $21.98 $25.99 750 ml $41.98 $48.99 1.75 Liter JACK DANIEL'S RYE WHISKEY $21.98 $25.99 750 ml

MAKER'S MARK BOURBON $23.98 $28.99 750 ml $42.98 $49.99 1.75 Liter SAZERAC STRAIGHT RYE WHISKEY $23.98 $28.99 750 ml $44.98 $49.99 1.75 Liter WOODFORD RESERVE BOURBON $31.98 $36.99 750 ml $64.98 $72.99 1.75 Liter WOODFORD RESERVE RYE $31.98 $36.99 750 ml PENELOPE BOURBON FOUR GRAIN $31.98 $39.99 750 ml BARREL STRENGTH $54.98 $64.99 750 ml TOASTED RYE WHISKEY $54.98 $65.99 750 ml ROSÉ CASK FINISH $59.98 $70.99 750 ml ARCHITECT $54.98 $64.99 750 ml PRIVATE SELECT $58.98 $68.99 750 ml

• 3 Tbsp. pumpkin puree • 1 3/4 oz. Basil Hayden Bourbon • 1 oz. Amaretto • 3/4 oz. simple syrup (adjust amount depending on the sweetness of the cider) • 2 dashes Angostura Bitters • Garnish: pumpkin spice or fresh grated nutmeg DIRECTIONS Place all ingredients into a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously until mixture is frothy. Strain into a coupe and garnish with pumpkin spice or grated nutmeg. • 3/4 oz. apple cider • 1 oz. heavy cream

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SCOTCH & IRISH WHISKEY

ARDBEG 10-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $64.98 $73.99 750 ml AN OA SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $65.98 $74.99 750 ml WEE BEASTIE 5-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $53.99 $61.99 750 ml UIGEADAIL ISLAY SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $91.98 $113.99 750 ml CORRYVRECKAN ISLAY SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $104.98 $122.99 750 ml THE ORIGINAL 10-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $39.98 $48.99 750 ml GLENMORANGIE 18-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $152.98 $173.99 750 ml NECTAR D’OR SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $83.98 $96.99 750 ml QUINTA RUBAN 14-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $64.98 $75.99 750 ml THE LASANTA 12-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $57.98 $66.99 750 ml

BUSHMILLS IRISH WHISKEY $16.98 $20.99 750 ml DEWAR'S WHITE LABEL SCOTCH $39.99 $44.99 1.75 Liter FAMOUS GROUSE SCOTCH $31.99 $34.99 1.75 Liter GLENFIDDICH 12-YEAR OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $44.98 $54.99 750 ml $82.98 $92.99 1.75 Liter JOHNNIE WALKER RED LABEL BLENDED SCOTCH $41.98 $46.99 1.75 Liter MACALLAN 12-YEAR-OLD DOUBLE CASK SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $74.98 $87.99 750 ml

TULLAMORE DEW IRISH WHISKEY

$21.98 $26.99 750 ml $39.98 $46.99 1.75 Liter TULLAMORE DEW XO RUM CASK $27.98 $31.99 750 ml SEXTON SINGLE BARREL IRISH WHISKEY $24.98 $30.99 750 ml

PROPER TWELVE IRISH WHISKEY

$23.98 $28.99 750 ml $46.98 $53.99 1.75 Liter

GLENLIVET

GLENLIVET 12-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $49.98 $62.99 750 ml $94.98 $114.99 1.75 Liter GLENLIVET CARIBBEAN RESERVE SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $49.98 $56.99 750 ml

GLENLIVET FOUNDERS RESERVE $49.98 $56.99 750 ml GLENLIVET 14-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $69.98 $86.99 750 ml GLENLIVET 15-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH $79.98 $90.99 750 ml

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TEQUILA

818 TEQUILA BLANCO $29.98 $51.99 750 ml REPOSADO $38.98 $56.99 750 ml AÑEJO $49.98 $72.99 750 ml $43.98 $49.99 750 ml $71.98 $78.99 1.75 Liter AÑEJO TEQUILA $47.99 $51.99 750 ml HERRADURA SILVER TEQUILA $41.99 $47.99 750 ml $66.98 $74.99 1.754 Liter REPOSADO TEQUILA

EL MAYOR AÑEJO TEQUILA $28.98 $39.99 750 ml REPOSADO TEQUILA $23.98 $34.99 750 ml BLANCO TEQUILA $19.98 $31.99 750 ml $22.98 $25.99 750 ml $36.98 $40.99 1.75 Liter EL JIMADOR AÑEJO TEQUILA $22.98 $25.99 750 ml BLANCO TEQUILA $22.98 $25.99 750 ml $36.98 $40.99 1.75 Liter REPOSADO TEQUILA

PADRE AZUL PREMIUM TEQUILA

BLANCO Refreshingly young and wild. $74.98 $89.99 REPOSADO This tequila is going to surprise you! $84.98 $99.99 AÑEJO Highest-rated spirit in the USA! 98 Points World Spirits Competition Cigar & Spirits Magazine $111.98 $129.99 TEQUILA EXTRA AÑEJO SINGLE BARREL Drink of the gods! $199.98 $239.99

THE AÑEJO MANHATTAN • 1¼ oz. Don Julio Añejo Tequila

• ½ oz. sweet vermouth • 1 dash cocktail bitters • 1 orange twist DIRECTIONS Add all ingredients to a mixing glass, then add large ice cubes. Stir until cold, keeping viscosity intact. Strain into a chilled martini glass, garnish with orange twist.

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NEW TEQUILA

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NUEVEUNO BLANCO $46.98 $52.99 750 ml REPOSADO $62.98 $73.99 750 ml AÑEJO $89.98 $103.99 750 ml

ALMA DE JAGUAR Mexico – 40%. A handcrafted, 100 percent blue Weber agave tequila that is sustainably produced and certified additive free. BLANCO TEQUILA Highlighting flavors of orange, grapefruit, sea salt, mineral, and cooked agave. Great for classic tequila cocktails. $42.98 $49.99 REPOSADO TEQUILA Highlighting flavors of vanilla, oak, caramel, and cooked agave. Enjoy neat or in your favorite tequila cocktails. $51.99 $61.99

AZUÑIA TEQUILA REPOSADO $46.98 $53.99 750 ml BLANCO $41.98 $47.99 750 ml AÑEJO $59.98 $67.99 750 ml BLACK AGED 2 YEARS ULTRA-PREMIUM ESTATE CRAFTED SIPPING TEQUILA $119.99

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LALO BLANCO TEQUILA LALO Tequila is an additive-free Blanco from the grandson of Don Julio Gonzalez. With only three ingredients, it represents the purest expression of tequila. LALO is intended to make any occasion special – sip it neat, on the rocks, or with a splash of soda to

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CORDIALS

AMARETTO DISARONNO $27.98 $31.99 750 ml $48.98 $54.99 1.75 Liter APEROL $23.98 $28.99 750 ml BAILEYS IRISH CREAM $24.98 $31.99 750 ml $47.98 $53.99 1.75 Liter BAILEYS IRISH CREAM FLAVORS Caramel / Cinnamon / Apple Pie / Almande / Chocolate $24.98 $31.99 750 ml

CAMPARI $26.98 $32.99 750 ml CHAMBORD $32.98 $37.99 750 ml CHRISTIAN BROTHERS BRANDY $9.98 $11.99 750 ml $20.98 $23.99 1.75 Liter FRANGELICO $27.98 $33.99 750 ml FIVE FARMS SINGLE BATCH IRISH CREAM $24.98 $32.99 750 ml

LICOR 43 CUARENTA Y TRES VEGAN HORCHATA – Dairy Free Vegan $21.98 $27.99 SAINT BRENDAN'S IRISH CREAM $21.98 $25.99 1.75 Liter ST-GERMAIN $19.98 $22.99 375 ml $32.98 $39.99 750 ml VILLON COGNAC VSOP LIQUEUR $31.98 $37.99 750 ml

CRANBERRY ST-GERMAIN MARTINI • 1 lime • 1 Tbsp. sugar — for rimming glass • ice cubes • 2 oz. Ketel One Vodka • 1 oz. elderflower liqueur — such as St-Germain • 1 oz. cranberry juice • frozen cranberries DIRECTIONS Zest 1 of the lime into a small bowl and combine with rimming sugar, rubbing the sugar and zest together with your fingers until fragrant. Sprinkle onto a small plate. Cut the lime into wedges, then use one to wet the edge of the serving glass. Gently tap the edge of the glass into the sugar, coating well. Set aside. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add vodka, elderflower liqueur, cranberry juice, and 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice. Shake vigorously to combine and strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a lime wedge and frozen cranberries and serve.

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RUM

BACARDI RUM BLACK – GOLD – SUPERIOR Your Choice $19.98 $21.99 1.75 Liter EL DORADO 12-YEAR-OLD RUM $34.98 $42.99 750 ml EL DORADO 15-YEAR-OLD RUM $54.98 $66.99 750 ml SAILOR JERRY RUM $11.98 $15.99 750 ml $21.98 $24.99 1.75 Liter

PLANTATION 5-YEAR-OLD BARBADOS RUM XAYMACA JAMAICAN RUM ISLE OF FIJI DOUBLE-BARREL RUM Your Choice $29.98 $34.99 750 ml PLANTATION ORIGINAL DARK RUM $23.98 $28.99 Liter

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THE BOTANIST $34.98 $40.99 750 ml $68.98 $76.99 1.75 Liter BOMBAY SAPPHIRE $37.98 $48.99 1.75 Liter CITADELLE GIN $29.98 $34.99 750 ml $41.98 $47.99 1.75 Liter DRUMSHANBO GUNPOWDER GIN $33.98 $38.99 750 ml $51.98 $57.99 1.75 Liter

HENDRICK’S GIN $28.98 $35.99 750 ml $59.98 $69.99 1.75 Liter MONKEY 47 SCHWARZWALD GIN $59.98 $68.99 750 ml $79.98 $91.99 Liter ROXOR GIN $24.98 $30.99 750 ml $39.98 $43.99 1.75 Liter TANQUERAY & TANQUERAY RANGPUR GIN Your Choice $41.99 $46.99 1.75 Liter

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MORETTI BUENOS AIRES GIN BEST CONTEMPORARY GIN, 2019 World Gin Awards It is a product of exquisite aromatic complexity. Its 13 botanicals are distributed across the palate in order to give those who enjoy it the pleasure of savoring balance. $26.98 $31.99 750 ml

APPLE & GIN AUTUMN COCKTAIL

For the cocktail: Combine gin, apple cider, lime juice, honey simple syrup, and cinnamon in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously until chilled. To serve: Fill two glasses with ice and matchstick apples. Strain cocktail to glasses and garnish with sprigs of thyme and cinnamon stick.

• 4 oz. Roxor Gin • 4 oz. apple cider • 1 oz. lime juice • 2 oz. honey simple syrup* • dash cinnamon Garnishes: • 2 thyme sprigs • 1 apple – cut into matchsticks • cinnamon stick

*HONEY SIMPLE SYRUP:

• ¼ cup honey • ¼ cup hot water

Add the HOT water and honey to a mason jar and shake vigorously until the honey dissolves.

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HOT & SPIRITED ADDING A KICK TO YOUR CUP

The turning of autumn leaves, the chill in the air, the chimney-borne aroma of wood smoke. It all adds up to the perfect time of year for hot coffee and cocoa. A shot of your favorite spirit really brings out the flavor and boosts the warmth of hot beverages, so fortify your next cup with these treats!

Whether you prefer a hot pour, French press or just a regular cup of Joe, Bourbon makes a splendid coffee companion. Add 2 ounces (or more, if you prefer) of Woodford Reserve Bourbon and a couple teaspoons of brown sugar to your java to make a Kentucky Hug. Or stir some Plantation Spiced Rum into your coffee for an after dinner tipple. Hot cocoa is so versatile that the combinations nearly make themselves. Infuse your cocoa with a shot of Rumple Minze Peppermint Schnapps for a candy cane/chocolate mashup. For ultimate chocolate decadence, add some Mozart Dark Chocolate . Tea mixes well with adult beverages, especially during cooler weather. Try making a Hot Toddy with Old Grand-Dad 100 proof Bonded Bourbon . Add a splash of Citadelle Gin to a hot cup of chamomile tea for a floral flavored warmer.

COFFEE TEA COCOA

Be sure to visit our COZY COCKTAILS COFFEE AND COCOA BAR planning page for more tips and recipes to take your hot beverages to a higher level. ColonialWineShop.com/blog/coffee-and-cocoa-bar

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WINE Wine to Celebrate the Harvest

DAVID HUGEL CLASSIC PINOT GRIS FROM ALSACE, FRANCE 2020 Rated 92 by James Suckling At first sight, you will notice a straw-yellow robe with pleasant, slightly coppery highlights. The aroma is youthful; the variety has yellow fruit and floral notes that remain in their most simple state when the wine is in its early years. Once aged in the bottle, there will be hints of more mature fruit: fig, apricot, pear, and the more typical notes of noble wood, waxed furniture, and undergrowth that will add further complexity. The flavor is rounded and mouth-watering, light yet full-bodied, and held together with the property’s typical sense of equilibrium by a pleasantly acid structure that makes it a perfect table wine. This is the perfect pick for traditional turkey and sage dressing. $21.98 $29.99 TROY TRIMBACH PINOT BLANC FROM ALSACE, FRANCE 2019 Rated 90 Points by Robert Parker It is smooth and medium-bodied with good fruit acidity, with a pale-yellow color highlighted by green reflections and rich, concentrated aromas of white flower and apricot notes. This classic Alsace wine pairs well with light meals such as salads, chicken, roast pork, and seafood. Are you serving oyster dressing this holiday season? From 100% Sauvignon Blanc, the wine starts with a robe of pale yellow and light green hints that lead into the nose of the wine with intense citrus notes and small yellow-flesh fruits with a subtle mineral note. The palate is full-bodied with mineral and yellow fruit notes, finishing with Mirabelle touches. This wine pairs nicely with any dish accented by a lemon and butter sauce and lighter meat dishes like veal. $29.99 $38.99 HENRIK JOSEPH MELLOT LE TRONCSEC POUILLY FUME 2022

CLARK CRISTOM MT JEFFERSON CUVEE EOLA-AMITY HILLS WILLAMETTE VALLEY PINOT NOIR 2021 Overall, the 2021 vintage may reveal itself to be one of the greats of the last ten years. Aromatically, the wine is red and blackberry driven, perfumed with delicate vanilla cake, damp forest floor, and violets. The wine is juicy and full on the palate, with perfectly ripened berry fruits, well-integrated tannins, and mulling spices. This is a perfect holiday celebration wine. It is versatile enough to serve with all the traditional Thanksgiving favorite dishes of ham and turkey plus all the fixings. It will pair just as nicely with pork, lamb, and beef dishes. $34.98 $48.99 CHRIS K. HUGEL GEWURZTRAMINER ALSACE FRANCE 2018 It has all the spice (Gewurz) of Alsace and is one of Famille Hugel's signature wines. It is both aromatic and extroverted through its floral and spicy notes. Gewurztraminer is an invitation to accompany a variety of spicy dishes, smoked salmon, and strong cheeses. It is a crowd pleaser at the Thanksgiving table. $19.98 $26.99 NICK PASQUA LUI’ CABERNET SAUVIGNON VENETO 2018 This wine is rich, fleshy, and complex on the palate, with layers of dark fruit. The selection of barrels creates notes on the nose of vanilla bourbon from the La Reunion islands, very sweet but delicate – baba' cream and mascarpone notes with rum, almonds, officinal herbs, dry vegetables, and hay. The mouthfeel is soft and velvety tannin and has a finish of coconut, vanilla, and dried fruit with a long finish with light smoky notes. This Cabernet is paired best with red meat dishes, duck, and venison. $21.98 $28.99

This wine is a perfect match. $17.98 $22.99

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SÉGRIÈS TAVEL ROSÉ 2021 Robert Parker Rated 92.

Ségriès Tavel Rosé comes from 60-year-old vines. It has a deep pinkish salmon color with red highlights. The nose is intense, opened aromas of ripe cherries, wild strawberries, and raspberries accentuated by citrus and spice. With lovely freshness on the palate, it is well-balanced; well-textured. Blend: 50% Grenache, 30% Cinsault, 10% Clairette, 10% Syrah. $19.99 $26.99 FLEURS DE PRAIRIE PROVENCE ROSÉ 2021 Fleurs de Prairie is a pale salmon color, with delicate flavors of red fruit and lemon and a subtle note of tropical fruits on the finish. Its bright, refreshing acidity makes it a perfect companion with a meal or as an aperitif. Pair this light-bodied wine with lighter dishes, use the fruit flavors to pair with summer fruits and vegetables, or enjoy fresh fish or lighter proteins roasted with fresh herbs. Blend: 43% Grenache Noir, 30% Syrah, 9% Carignan, 15% Cinsault, 3% Mourvèdre. $17.99 $22.99 HAMPTON WATER SOUL OF FRANCE ROSÉ 2022 Born in 2017, Hampton Water is the fruit of the collaboration between Jon Bon Jovi, Jesse Bongiovi, and Gérard Bertrand. Hampton Water captures the spirit shared between The Hampton and the South of France: enjoying life and a good bottle of wine to share with friends. This beautiful wine reflects the South of France know-how and terroir, paying tribute to the Hamptons and South of France Art de Vivre. On his first vintage, the wine was rated 90 points by the Wine Spectator and made the TOP 100 list confirming the quality and success of the wine. Hampton Water, made in France, is enjoyed everywhere. Jon Bon Jovi tells the story behind the project with Gérard Bertrand. "He understands that wine is like a good song; it can bring people together." – Jon Bon Jovi $17.99 $22.99 CAVES D’ESCLANS WHISPERING ANGEL COTE DE PROVENCE ROSÉ 2022 James Suckling Rated 91. Whispering Angel is today’s worldwide reference for Provence Rosé. It has a pale apricot color with pomegranates, grapefruit, rosemary, lavender, and peach aromas. It is fresh and delicate, yet fragrant and flavorful, with a medium body, bright acidity, and lively fresh pink fruit. Drink and enjoy. $22.98 $28.99

GERARD BERTRAND COTE DES ROSES SUD DE FRANCE 2021 The robe shows a soft, pale, brilliant pink with bluish tints developing over time towards more orangey nuances. The bouquet releases aromas of summer fruits, cassis, and redcurrant floral notes of rose, with hints of grapefruit to complete the picture. On the palate, the impression is fresh and full, with great aromatic persistence and balance. The finish is fresh, offering candy notes. This Languedoc is ideal as an aperitif or with shellfish and subtly spiced dishes. $16.98 $21.99 GERARD BERTRAND GRIS BLANC ROSÉ SUD DE FRANCE 2020 This is the original Rosé with an ashen pink color plus grey and whitish tints. The bouquet reveals delightful red berry scents. A slight sparkle on the palate gives the wine freshness and brings out its fruit to the full. The wine pairs well as an aperitif with seafood, Mediterranean-style salads, Asian dishes, baked fish, and spicy and stronger-tasting dishes such as Thai curries or tajines. $15.98 $20.99 MIRAVAL COTE DE PROVENCE ROSÉ 2021 Wine Enthusiast Rated 92. Elegant pale pink color, evoking a rose petal. On the nose, Miraval Rosé shows all its elegance: beautifully fresh, it exudes aromas of fresh fruit, currants, and fresh rose with a zest of lemon. The refinement continues in the mouth with beautiful liveliness and gourmet notes that subtly balance the mineral and saline notes. An irresistible wine that ends with a long finish with lemony notes. $23.98 $29.99

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Established in 1985, Decoy is recognized for producing attractively priced wines from exceptional vineyard sources, including Decoy’s own Ridgeline and Brownell estate vineyards in the Alexander Valley of Sonoma County. Decoy’s winemaking program is guided by acclaimed Winemaker Dana Epperson, an expert working with grape varieties across regions. The Decoy lineup includes a Red Blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and a Rosé and Brut Cuvée. In 2020, Decoy unveiled Decoy Limited, a Limited-production wine product from particular lots sourced from California’s most prestigious wine regions.

RED BLEND NAPA VALLEY 2019 This plush and luxurious red offers alluring aromas of cassis, black raspberry, cherry, nutmeg, and French oak-inspired hints of clove and allspice. It is robust and full-bodied on the palate, with rich, silky tannins framing the lush blackberry and sweet, Rainier cherry flavors as they glide to a dark and delicious finish. CABERNET SAUVIGNON ALEXANDER VALLEY 2019 Embodying the luxurious beauty of great Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, this alluring wine draws you in with complex aromas of black cherry, ripe plum, blackberry, and sweet baking spices. On the palate, the tannins are supple and round, framing juicy layers of dark berries and chocolate, with sophisticated hints of white pepper and toasty oak emerging throughout the long, resonant finish.

CHARDONNAY SONOMA COAST 2020 Graceful, pure, and polished, this enticing Chardonnay offers tantalizing green apple, nectarine, and candied citrus aromas, with fragrant hints of roasted nuts and acacia blossoms. It is rich and lushly textured on the palate, with a flowing elegance that frames the fresh citrus and stone fruit flavors while carrying the wine to a long, silky finish. PINOT NOIR SONOMA COAST 2019 This alluring Pinot Noir offers vibrant red cherry and raspberry aromas and hints of savory spices and forest floor. On the palate, silky smooth tannins and refined notes of toasted French oak accentuate the lush flavors while carrying the wine to an elegant red berry and spice finish. Your Choice $24.98 $34.99

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CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2020 This lush and alluring wine reveals layers of black cherry, ripe plum, cranberry, and tapenade, with oak-inspired hints of nutmeg, vanilla, and cardamom. The generous berry flavors on the palate are accentuated by silky, mouthcoating tannins, with juicy acidity adding poise and energy to a long, satisfying finish. MERLOT 2021 Beautifully lush and expressive, this alluring Merlot draws you in with aromas of black currant, cherry, boysenberry, and sweet baking spices. It is plush and polished on the palate, with silky tannins carrying the luxurious dark berry, creamy mocha, and bittersweet chocolate flavors to a long, supple finish. PINOT NOIR 2020 This lush and alluring Pinot Noir draws you in with aromas of black cherry, wild strawberry, red currant, black tea, sage, and rustic hints of the earthy forest floor. The generous ripe berry flavors on the palate are framed by bright, balanced acidity and refined tannins that carry the wine to a long, silky finish. ZINFANDEL 2021 This tantalizing Zinfandel leaps from the glass with concentrated aromas of wild blueberry, blackberry, plum, vanilla, and freshly cracked white pepper. The luxurious fruit and spice layers echo on the palate, gliding across velvety tannins to a robust finish with just a hint of lingering sweetness. RED BLEND 2019 This enticing wine displays gorgeous blackberry, plum, dark red fruit, and cranberry aromas with hints of caramel and exotic spices. The luxurious berry notes are echoed on the palate, supported by supple, refined tannins and an energetic mouthfeel that carries the wine to a long, lush finish. Your Choice $19.98 $24.99

CALIFORNIA

CHARDONNAY 2021 Enticing aromatics of sweet citrus, Fuji apple, and peach mingle with lovely notes of custard and vanilla in this energetic and alluring Chardonnay. On the palate, bright acidity leads to beautiful layers of citrus, baking spices, and hints of vanilla, carrying the wine to a lengthy finish. SAUVIGNON BLANC 2021 This bright and lively Sauvignon Blanc draws you in with tantalizing aromas of gooseberry, passionfruit, sweet lime, and hints of mango. It is refreshing and well-rounded on the palate, with lovely minerality supporting the citrus and tropical fruit flavors as they glide to a long, crisp finish. ROSÉ 2021 This aromatic rosé draws you in with tantalizing layers of white peach, honeydew melon, and tropical lychee. On the palate, it shimmers with cool-climate verve and energy, offering mouth filling flavors of grapefruit, Meyer lemon, and orange blossom that culminate in a bright, beautifully focused finish. Your Choice $16.98 $21.99

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BIG RED WINE SELECTIONS

QUINTESSA RUTHERFORD NAPA VALLEY RED BLEND 2019 Wine Enthusiast Rated 100!

This is a winemaker's master class blending and understanding a long standing site. Dried herb, cedar, and pencil shavings accent lifted red fruit and brilliant acidity on the palate, with a supple yet still youthfully grippy texture framed by structured, graceful tannins. Decant and enjoy, or in your cellar, it will continue to evolve for up to 20 years. $199.98 $264.99 FREEMARK ABBEY NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 Wine Enthusiast Rated 90 Points. Blended with small amounts of Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc, this is an approachable, well made appellation wine with a backbone of structure and power. Supple tannins wrap around a thick midpalate of black and red currant, cassis, and toasted oak, finishing in clove and cedar. – Virginie Boone

$49.98 $74.99 FAUST NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2020

James Suckling Rated 93 Points. Aromas of tobacco, currants, and iodine. Crushed oyster. Medium- to full-bodied with chewy tannins, spice, bark, and wet earth character. Fresh. – James Suckling. The winemaker writes aromas of fresh herbs, aromatic cedar, and forest swirl in the glass with more delicate floral notes, black pepper, bittersweet chocolate, and crushed rock. On the palate, a little brambly-vine quality clings to blackberry flavors, and warmly spiced dark plum is layered with fresh herbs for a lively, sweet-savory balance. Fine tannins yield satisfyingly rich, velvety textures, while vibrant acidity keeps you returning for another sip.

$54.98 $72.99 QUILT NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019

Somm Journal Rated 94 Points. Winemaker Joe Wagner's expert touch brings layered notes of leather, dark chocolate, espresso, and blackberry to this expressive, concentrated red. As the liquid washes across the palate, a patchwork of earth, dark fruit, and slate melds with the well-constructed body. – The Somm Journal. The winemaker writes that the colors are deep, dark brick red to blood plum. Flavors are a seamless blend of crème de cassis, hazelnut, cocoa, blackberry preserves, a charry meat toastiness, dark fruits and blackberry pie, and suggestions of dark licorice, stewed rhubarb, strawberry, spice, and vanillin. Rich and satisfying with chocolate brownie, yogurt, molasses, brown sugar, and rhubarb notes perfectly balanced with higher-toned fruit emphasis. $39.98 $53.99 SPRING VALLEY WALLA WALLA URIAH RED 2014 Wine Spectator Rated 93 Points. An array of dark cherries and plums with blackberries, wild herbs, and a gently savory/tarry edge to the nose. This is subtly complex. The palate has a sleek and composed shape. More astonishing blue fruits are nicely compressed and neatly balanced. There is impressive depth here, too. It is a blend of 56% merlot, 38% cabernet franc, 4% petit Verdot and 2% malbec. Drink or hold. $39.99 $52.99

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BELLE GLOS CLARK & TELEPHONE SANTA MARIA VALLEY 2021 Wine Enthusiast Rated 91 Points.

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This bold style of Pinot Noir is so much so that it's not very reflective of the grape but would work well with a juicy grilled steak. Concentrated blackberry, maple syrup, and hot pancake aromas ad to a dense, thick palate of berry jam, clove, and cardamom flavors. – Matt Kettmann DAIRYMAN RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY 2021 Bright crimson red in color. Aromas of black cherry and ripe plums combine with subtle notes of dried herbs and smoke. The palate entry shows cranberry, fresh raspberry, and ripe cherry flavors, complemented by hints of vanilla and baking spice. A balance of savory cedar, cocoa powder, sweet fig jam, and mature blackberry round out the mouthfeel. The impression is ripe red and black berry fruit flavors, great structure, smooth tannins, and a lingering fresh finish. LAS ALTURAS SANTA LUCIA HIGHLANDS PINOT NOIR 2020 Wine Enthusiast Rated 90 Points. This extraordinarily ripe and bold style of Pinot Noir shows kirsch, cola, root beer, and anise on the nose. The powerful extraction extends to the sip, where black cherry, pie crust, and vanilla bean flavors sit atop a thick mouthfeel, with a prune on the finish. – Matt Kettmann Your choice $39.99 $53.99

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SHERRY & PORT SELECTIONS

FERNANDO DE CASTILLA CLASSIC OLOROSO SHERRY FROM JEREZ SPAIN Rated 91 by Wine Spectator The Classic Oloroso averages over six years in age. Grapes are pressed and fermented in stainless steel, headlined to 18 degrees Celsius, and undergo oxidative aging in the traditional solera and criaderas system. Enjoy toasty, ripe coconut oak aromas along with cooked orange and cinnamon spice. Sweet and rounded dried figs and prunes lead to a nutty finish. FERNANDO DE CASTILLA CLASSIC AMONTILLADO SHERRY FROM JEREZ SPAIN Rated 90 by Wine Spectator The Classic Amontillado is amber-colored and has a subtle nose of tobacco, some iodine, pollen, beeswax and hazelnuts. The medium- to full-bodied palate shows lots of concentration and acidity, with a very intense finish. The average age is eight years old.

FERNANDO DE CASTILLA CLASSIC MANZANILLA SHERRY FRM JEREZ, SPAIN Rated 91 by Wine Spectator Grapes for the Amontillado are grown on the single estate vineyard, Pago Balbaino, where soils are white albariza containing 70-80% limestone. After an average of three years of Solera aging, the wine shows a lightly honeyed edge, with beeswax and paraffin notes lining the core of lemon curd, white peach, meringue and sunchoke. The long, floral-filled finish is lacy and alluring. FERNANDO DE CASTILLA FINO Rated 93 by Robert Parker Antique Fino is a wine of four criaderas originating from a selection of the Classic Fino solera barrels set aside and left untouched for five years. In contrast to highly filtered, relatively young modern Finos that have been fortified only once, this wine boasts a formidable average of 9 years age at bottling, sees minimal filtration, and a second fortification (the old fashioned way).

Your Choice $23.98 $29.99

DOW'S 20-YEAR-OLD TAWNY PORT Decanter Rated 94 Points. Attractively full in style for a 20YO. Subtle toffee and cream aromas, rich and broad palate, and marmalade bite at the end. – Decanter . Winemaker Notes: "20 Years" indicates the average age of this Aged Tawny Port. It is a blend of older wines that offer complexity, and younger wines, that bring fresh fruit flavors and vibrancy. Aged Tawnies benefit from long maturing periods in oak casks, causing subtle color changes. A deep red hue characterizes Port's youth and gradually gives way to a paler golden amber color. The characteristic of Dow is a drier style. This 20 Year has a full, nutty bouquet, concentrated citrus, almond, and caramel notes on the palate, and a lingering finish. Many consider the 20 Year the perfect blend of complexity and vibrant fruit for Aged Tawny. Dow's 20 Year is delicious with soft-ripened cheeses, flan, or fruit tarts. In warmer months, try it chilled for a refreshing dessert in a glass. $52.98 $68.99 CHURCHILL'S LATE BOTTLE VINTAGE 2014 While 'regular' vintage Port is the pinnacle of any house's production, it is typically bottled in wood or steel after a maximum of 30 months. The process retains a fresher, less oxidative fruit character. Still, it often requires decades of bottle age to tame the wine's fierce structure. From vintage quality grapes, these wines spend 4+ years in wood, retaining a good deal of vintage Port's character while being effectively ready to drink on release. $24.98 $32.99

KOPKE 20-YEAR-OLD TAWNY PORT 94 Points Wine Spectator

Elegant, rich, and nutty with flavors that go on forever. A creamy smooth blend of 15- to 35-year-old tawnies shows deep caramel, dried fig flavor, and well-developed color. This wine tastes all 20 years, finely balanced, with its richness and dryness, and with lemon jelly and intense ripe fruits shining through.

$62.98 $79.99 KOPKE 10-YEAR-OLD TAWNY PORT

Decanter Rated 95 Points and Gold Medal An appealing golden color with an amber rim. Elegant and complex, it shows spice aromas, with prevailing notes of dried fruit and elegant hints of wood and honey. Smooth and round on the palate, it shows complexity amidst the intense flavors of dried fruit—an excellent finish. $29.98 $38.99

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COLONIAL'S FOOD & WINE PAIRING CHART

Turkey. Chicken. Duck. All three stuffed into each other. Beef. Seafood. Pork. Spam. You have more choices than ever for the center of your Thanksgiving table. Good thing the wine pairing is set in stone: red wine with red meat, white wine with white meat. At least, that's the simple way to get past the pairing paradox. It's also boring, and frankly you're better than that. Let's see what we can do to rock your autumnal table this year with some alternative pairing choices.

mild cheese

strong cheese

beef

veal

pork duck poultry lamb salmon halibut

shellfish

tomato sauce

cream sauce

chocolate

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CLOTILDE BLANC DE BLANCS GRAND CRU NV CHAMPAGNE, FRANCE Jeb Dunnuck Rated 93 A smoking value in Champagne, the NV Champagne Grand Cru Brut offers a clean, crisp, medium-bodied, and acid-driven style that offers an extraordinary perfume of pear and orchard fruits, salty citrus, and toasted nuts. Its precision and purity are impressive, but it also brings depth of fruit. $49.98 $67.99

ASLAN MAREMMA TUSCANY ITALY TOSCANA VERMENTINO 2021 Jeb Dunnuck Rated 92 The Aslan Maremma Toscana Vermentino reveals gorgeous aromas of ripe pear, white peach, preserved lemon peel, and apple blossom. Layers of crushed rock and fresh almonds complement the fruit-driven core. This wine is distinctly focused and reflects the close proximity to the sea with a gentle saline note. The wine generously coats the palate and leaves an enduring finish.

CAVALLO DI BATTAGLIA PECORINO ABRUZZO ITALY 2020 Jeb Dunnick Rated 91 The Cavallo di Battaglia Pecorino wafts from the glass with beautiful aromas of yellow apple, ripe pear, dried chamomile, lime zest, green melon, citrus blossom, and wet stones. A gorgeous textural roundness on the palate is balanced by bright acidity. The savory finish leaves you wanting more. $16.98 $21.99

$19.98 $24.99 TOSCANO ROSSO SUPER TUSCAN 2016 Jeb Dunnuck Rated 91 The 2016 Aslan Maremma Toscana

PAISLEY FRIULI-VENEZIA GIULIA ITALY PINOT GRIGIO 2021 The Paisley Friuli Pinot Grigio wafts from the glass with alluring aromas of white stone fruit, ripe honeydew melon, yellow pear, white spring flowers, Alpine herb, and honeysuckle. The palate showcases bright acidity and a soft, rounded mouthfeel. The stunning freshness and underlying minerality make it an extraordinarily approachable and enjoyable wine. $16.98 $22.99

Rosso offers abundant aromas of cassis, blueberries, cranberries, fragrant blue flowers, crushed herbs, tobacco, espresso roast, incense, and white pepper. The bright, balanced acidity and a firm backbone of smooth, velvety tannins lead to the gorgeous, enduring finish. Blend: 70% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot $27.98 $35.99

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More than 500 years of family winemaking history.

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SANCERRE LA CHATELLENIE SANCERRE 2022 The wine is 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the La Chatellenie vineyard in Sancerre, where Sauvignon Blanc thrives. An open-knit style with ripe nectarine and orange flavors layered with sweet pea shoots and a refreshing streak of saline. The creamy, chalky close is detailed with white pepper and chive. 6,000 cases were made, and only 800 cases were imported to the USA. This is the perfect fish and seafood wine. $42.99 POUILLY-FUMÉ LE TRONCSEC 2022 An up-front, friendly style with floral and citrus perfume followed by zesty citrus peel, yellow apple, and lime pulp notes. Reveals a glycerol texture and white pepper accents throughout the flint-edged finish. $29.98 $38.99 CLOS DU PRESSOIR MENETOU-SALON 2022 The wine has a pale lemon color. The nose is fragrant, complex, and refined. It expresses notes of fresh citrus (yellow lemon, pomelo), dried lemon zest, white peach, white nectarine, as well as floral notes (linden, apple blossom, hawthorn). There are also very subtle spicy touches (fresh ginger, nutmeg) and a fine minerality (chalk notes and a saline touch). The wine offers the palate roundness, depth, concentration, and liveliness. It expresses pronounced notes of ripe citrus fruits (yellow lemon, lemon zest, pomelo), stone fruits (white peach, tangy apricot), crushed green apple, and plum, as well as refreshing and refined herbaceous notes (fresh tea leaf, peppermint) and touches of white flowers (apple blossom, lime blossom). The finish is long, chiseled, with a sharp acidity. It expresses lively and refreshing citrus notes, a delicate bitterness, and a mineral note of chalk on the finish. It is a wine with character, freshness, and great concentration. $28.98 $36.99 SINCÉRITÉ SAUVIGNON BLANC 2022 Made from selected prime plots of Sauvignon Blanc from the best Loire sites and aged on lees, Sincérité is a crisp and steely white. Made by Loire's esteemed Mellot family, it delivers vibrant gooseberry, cut grass, and elderflower freshness. $12.98 $16.99

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LA GIOIOSA ITALY VALDOBBIADENE PROSECCO This pretty wine’s pale straw yellow color produces a fine and persistent mousse. Aromas are lightly floral and fruity, hinting at blossom intermingling with ripe apples. The wine is off-dry and refreshing. $15.98 $19.99

PROSECCO DOC This Prosecco has a pale straw yellow and a fine, persistent perlage. The aroma is fruity and flowery, with hints of ripe golden apples and small mountain flowers. A fruity, harmonious finish follows the palate's dry, fresh, and flavorful sensation. The La Gioiosa Prosecco makes an excellent aperitif to accompany savories, and it is ideal with steamed shellfish. $12.98 $15.99

PROSECCO ROSÉ The nose is subtle and fresh, with hints of small red fruits revealing pomegranate and fine rosy reflections. Notes of rosé and pomegranate complete this elegant and intense aromatic profile. It is silky and full on the palate, creating a charming balance between fruity and floral notes. It is excellent as an aperitif and ideal with appetizers and first courses of Mediterranean cuisine. $14.98 $18.99

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CALIFORNIA GLORIA FERRER BLANC DE BLANCS

COLONIAL'S CHAMPAGNE

Produced exclusively with hand-picked grapes, this Cuvée came on the American market for the first time in 1985. It complies with the traditional method. Its bouquet with pear aroma distinguishes it from other sparkling wines, and the fruity aroma lends it an initial enthusiasm that culminates in a lingering, creamy effect. BRUT SONOMA COAST Wine Spectator rated 91 points. The vibrant, expressive, lively apple and cinnamon brioche aroma leads to elegant, complex pie crust, strawberry, and spice flavors. Drink now. BLANC DE NOIRS Connoisseurs' Guide rated 90 points. 92% Pinot Noir; 8% Chardonnay. This engaging, nicely crafted Blanc de Noirs does an exceptionally excellent job simultaneously being fruity, fresh, and moderately yeasty. Creamy cherry notes enliven with vibrant acidity and a full, frothy mousse. It stands out from its similarly priced, large-production cousins

and is an out-and-out steal at Colonial's price. Your Choice $19.98 $25.99 SOUTH AFRICA KRONE WESTERN CAPE BOREALIS CUVEE BRUT SOUTH AFRICA 2019

The blend is Chardonnay 67%, pinot noir 27%, and pinot blanc 6%. The color is pale gold. Memories of the sea wash up with oyster shells and sea breeze aromatics on entry, leading to bright green orchard apples, white blossoms, lemony freshness, and salted caramel. The Borealis presents deft and athletic on the palate with contained energy and a creamy, fine textured mousse. The finish shows apple and kumquat that evolve with lemon meringue; taut and authentic to 2019's growing conditions, the acidity is firm and cleansing, revealing white ginger root on the finish. WESTERN CAPE ROSÉ CUVEE BRUT 2019 The colors are pink, silvered, and shifting. Strawberry edged in papaya and wild strawberry makes up the aromatics, while flavor notes of rosewater and denser tones of crushed orange peel make this Brut spritz full of life. Mainly from pinot noir, the palate is terroir-driven, with sunbaked stones, the perfect ripeness of summer, strawberries, white peach, and tangy cranberry freshness. The acids are lemony and soft, light and buoyant. Enjoy the more bottomless tug into fresh cream, a layered mouth-coating mousse, finishing with lingering notes of toasted hazelnuts. Your Choice $19.98 $26.99

• 2 oz. ROXOR Gin • 1 oz. lemon juice • ½ oz. simple syrup • Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Blancs DIRECTIONS Shake gin, lemon juice and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a champagne flute and top with sparkling wine. Garnish with a twist of lemon zest.

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BLANC DE BLANC BRUT The brilliance of the fine bubbles increases the vividness and fine perfumes of flowers (the name "Fleuraison" means flowering/blossoming). The nose of butter and hazelnut then introduce a palate of brioches and almonds. The appropriate dosage and the length of the palate persist to the finish. ROSE DE ROSÉ This soft, creamy sparkling wine abounds in perfumy floral tones and candied cherry and raspberry flavors. A shade off dry and approachable fruit-forward, it's an easy-drinking, juicy sip ideal for picnics or weeknight dinners with take-out. Your Choice $10.98 $12.99

LANSON

LANSON LE BLACK LABEL BRUT Rated 92 Points by Decanter : "Fifty percent Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay and 15% Pinot Meunier from 100 villages,including 30% reserves from 10 vintages back to 1995; a small proportion now being produced with malolactic. Black Label is the confident barometer of Lanson. Hervé Dantan's first blend is a class act, a resounding statement of his talent in preserving the style and integrity of the house while meticulously polishing the edges. It's a significant cuvée in the grand scheme of Champagne: one of the best and most consistent of the bargain set.” $42.98 $55.99

LANSON LE ROSÉ CHAMPAGNE James Suckling Rated 93 Points: "A bright, fruity Rosé with peaches and light strawberries. Tangerines, too. Medium-bodied with a creamy texture. A blended wine with only 7% red wines. Pretty red fruit with the same freshness as the normal black label. Very fresh and vivid. Four years on the lees.” $59.98 $76.99

NICOLAS FEUILLATTE

BRUT It comprises 20% of the chardonnay grape variety for elegance and delicacy, 40% pinot noir for roundness and structure, and 40% pinot meunier. Pale gold in color, with abundant delicate bubbles, enjoy the floral aromas and a subtle predominance of pear, apple, almond, and hazelnut. This wine is ideal for lobster with cream sauce, sole morel mushrooms, and chicken brochettes with citronella. $47.98 $59.99

ROSÉ Tasting Panel 92 | Wine Spectator 91 James Suckling 91 The signature of Nicolas Feuillatte; intense, impertinent pleasure! There is simply no other Rosé Champagne like this cuvée from Nicolas Feuillatte. Blended from 90% red grapes with a dollop of Chardonnay, this wine explodes in the glass with vivid aromas and flavors of raspberry, strawberry, and red currants. $54.98 $69.99

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