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AUTUMN LALO TEQUILA BLANCO This tequila is a platinum color. Feel the viscosity and quality of the liquid and notice how the aromas stay on your hands. Smell the top notes of cooked agave, sweet potato, cinnamon, and a hint of dulce de leche. Sip and experience the taste of those aromas. Sip again and notice citrus and tropical fruit notes. 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 the sweet nuttiness of the barley, and the delicate heathery perfume of Islay's streams. $54.98 $64.99 COLIN LAPHROAIG 10-YEAR-OLD ISLAY SINGLE MALT SCOTCH This is an Islay all-malt Scotch whisky made with malted barley that has been dried over a peat fire for a unique full, rich flavor. Aroma and flavors are of blue peat smoke, JOHN B. WILDERNESS TRAIL SINGLE BARREL BOURBON This single barrel release from Wilderness Trail is made from a mash bill of 64% corn, 24% wheat, and 12% malted barley aged in toasted and charred barrels. It's also bottled in bond, meaning that, as laid out in the Bottled-in-Bond Act of 1897, it must be aged between five and six years and bottled under the supervision of the U.S. Government at 100 proof. It has a nose of grain sweetness and buttered popcorn with cinnamon. The result is a nose that is sweet with butter notes, cinnamon, salted butter, and a hint of maple syrup. The palate Is rich and viscous, with more buttery notes, toffee popcorn, and silky caramel, with just a sprinkle of salt. The finish delivers vanilla oak, cherry jam, and a hint of spice. $53.98 $61.99 experience its whole flavor. $39.98 $49.99

ROBERT WAYMAR GIN

Founded by Jack and Henry Perkins, Waymar Gin House was born from a makeshift copper still, a kitchen-turned-lab, and hours of moonshining in the backyard of their home on Waymar Drive in Memphis, Tennessee. Their shared passion for gin and admiration of its rich heritage led to the creation of their first spirit – a dangerously smooth gin made with a balanced blend of all-natural botanicals and distilled corn-spirit. This gin delivers layers of flavor that unfold with each sip, evolving from bright citrus zest to subtle undertones of cucumber and rose, ending with an evergreen crescendo and a hint of spice. $31.98 $39.99 ROBERTO SANTA TERESA 1796 SOLERA RUM Rated 96-100 Points by Wine Enthusiast and Double Gold Medal San Francisco World Spirits Competition Santa Teresa 1796 Rum is made from fresh, ripe sugarcane harvested exclusively from Hacienda Santa Teresa. After the sweetest sugarcane growing on the estate is harvested by hand, it is crushed, and the remaining molasses are fermented with a proprietary yeast strain. Following fermentation, a portion of the wash is distilled through column stills, while the remainder is distilled through pot stills. The wash distilled through the column stills produces a light rum in flavor and body,

while the copper pot stills produce a more intense and robust rum. Once the rum has been distilled, it is matured through a solera composed of French Limousin oak casks. Solera aging is a process that has generally been reserved for cognacs, ports, and sherries. It involves filling a series of casks at different intervals over a long period. As rum from the oldest cask is emptied and bottled, the cask is re-filled with an equivalent amount of rum from the second-oldest cask in the solera. This cascading effect continues until the youngest cask in the solera is filled with new rum. As a result, no cask in the solera is ever fully emptied. In addition, as the younger rum cascades through the solera, its average age and complexity gradually increases over time. $42.98 $49.99

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TEACLIPSE COCKTAIL • 5 oz. ginger beer • ½ oz. Averna Amaro • 1 ½ oz. Havana Club Añejo Dark Rum

DIRECTIONS Fill a Collins glass with ice and pour in the ginger beer. Add the Amaro and rum slowly, letting each flow into the ginger beer for a full eclipse effect.

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KNOB CREEK STRAIGHT BOURBON WHISKEY $28.98 $33.99 750 ml $48.98 $53.99 1.75 Liter KNOB CREEK KENTUCKY STRAIGHT RYE WHISKEY $28.98 $33.99 750 ml $48.98 $53.99 1.75 Liter MAKER'S MARK BOURBON $23.98 $28.99 750 ml $39.98 $53.99 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

DEWAR'S WHITE LABEL SCOTCH $39.99 $44.99 1.75 Liter FAMOUS GROUSE SCOTCH $31.99 $34.99 1.75 Liter JAMESON IRISH WHISKEY $25.98 $30.99 750 ml $49.98 $55.99 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 ORPHAN BARREL CASTLE'S CURSE 14-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT HIGHLAND SCOTCH $139.98 $184.99 750 ml TULLAMORE DEW IRISH WHISKEY $21.98 $26.99 750 ml $39.98 $48.99 1.75 Liter TULLAMORE DEW XO RUM CASK $27.98 $31.99 750 ml

BOURBON MULE

• 1 ½ oz. bourbon • ½ oz. fresh lime juice • ½ oz. Aperol • 4 oz. ginger beer • 3-inch strip orange zest DIRECTIONS

Fill copper mug with crushed ice, add all ingredients, stir well and garnish with orange zest.

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• 1 ½ oz. Dewar’s 12 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky • 1 ½ oz. Niepoort Tawny Port

• 2 dashes orange bitters • ½ oz. fresh orange juice • orange peel for garnish • sprig of fresh rosemary for garnish DIRECTIONS

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Muddle a fresh sprig of rosemary in the bottom of a mixing glass. Combine Scotch, port, orange bitters, and orange juice in the glass with ice. Stir for 30 seconds, then strain into a rocks glass with ice. Garnish with an orange peel and a sprig of fresh rosemary.

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BLACKBERRY BASIL GIMLET • 2 oz Barr Hill Gin • ¾ oz lime juice • ¼ oz simple syrup • 4-5 fresh basil leaves • 3-4 fresh blackberries

KETEL ONE & KETEL ONE CITRON VODKA 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 $31.98 $35.99 1.75 Liter DIRECTIONS Place the basil leaves and blackberries in a cocktail shaker and using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, smash the blackberries gently. Fill the shaker with ice and top with the lime juice, simple syrup and gin. Shake to chill and double strain into a coup. Garnish with berry and basil leaf.

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750 ML BOTTLES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED TEQUILA ALMA DE JAGUAR BLANCO TEQUILA $39.98 $49.99 750 ml REPOSADO TEQUILA $49.98 $61.99 750 ml 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 $22.98 $25.99 750 ml $36.98 $40.99 1.75 Liter

HERRADURA SILVER TEQUILA

$41.99 $47.99 750 ml $66.98 $74.99 1.75 Liter REPOSADO TEQUILA $43.98 $49.99 750 ml $71.98 $78.99 1.75 Liter AÑEJO TEQUILA $47.99 $51.99 750 ml

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

SILVER MINE AKA – TEQUILA MOJITO • 6 – 8 quarters fresh lime

• 6 fresh mint leaves • ½ oz. simple syrup • 1 ½ oz. Herradura Silver Tequila • ½ oz. Cointreau DIRECTIONS In a shaker, add the first three ingredients and muddle together. Fill the shaker with ice. Add Tequila and Cointreau and shake vigorously. Serve in a highball glass with salted rim.

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DAVID FERRARI CARANO TRE TERRE RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY CHARDONNAY 2021 Rated 93 Points by Wine Spectator This wine is a treat for the senses from the first swirl of the glass. Aromas of spiced pear, golden apple, graham cracker, and toasted marshmallow lead to a rich and layered palate. Caramel popcorn, apple crisp, and lemon chiffon flavors are balanced by bright acidity and notes of buttercream on the finish. This wine’s rich fruit component complements mildly spiced vegetarian dishes and rich, creamy shellfish entrées. It also works well with veal, poultry, pasta, and rice. $27.98 $35.99 lighter Bordeaux and darker red wines from elsewhere in France. The Napa Valley Claret is blended from select barrel lots of Bell’s Napa Cabernet. It’s a deep ruby color with rich fruit aromas, including licorice, plum and violets. Lively and bright in the mouth, with toasty oak flavors supported by supple, elegant tannins. This wine is approachable now while still having a tannin structure that allows the wine to develop for several years. $34.98 $43.99 CHRIS K. CHATEAU GRAVILLE-LACOSTE GRAVES BLANC 2022 Because the vines are five decades old and therefore have access to deep water reserves, and because their location is in one of Graves’ cooler microclimates, this Blanc is incredibly consistent, year in and year out crisp, fresh, and refreshing with notes of citrus, cut grass and subtle tropical fruits. It remains among France's best values and represents Bordeaux’s white-wine possibilities. This blend of 60% Sémillon, 35% Sauvignon Blanc, and 5% Muscadelle makes a perfect food wine. A great patio wine and perfect for summer salads, poultry, fish, and seafood dishes as temperatures get warmer. $21.98 $26.99 CLARK BELL WINE CELLARS NAPA VALLEY CLARET 2019 Bell Wine Cellars has long been a favorite producer of fine wines, red and white. Named by the English centuries ago, Claret was originally a red wine blend of the 750 ML BOTTLES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED

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TROY SEBASTIANI ALEXANDER VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019 This wine swarms with aromas of black cherry, Cabernet spice, and coconut oak shavings. It has medium concentration and is filled with black and dark cherry fruit and mild vanilla. Enjoy this Cabernet with a nicely marbled, perfectly grilled ribeye steak. $19.98 $24.99 palate is held together with a firm core of bright acidity. Enjoy this wine with oysters on the shell, grilled scallops, and lobster. $17.99 $22.99 NICK ETUDE GRACE BENOIST RANCH ESTATE CARNEROS PINOT NOIR 2019 Rated 94 Points by James Suckling Vibrant and lively, this ethereal ruby red Pinot Noir is full of lifted red berry aromas alongside flavors of strawberry compote, Bing cherry, pink peppercorn, and delicate hibiscus flower with earth and spice nuances. The mouthfeel is savory and rich with fine grained tannins, and finishes long and fresh with hints of cinnamon and clove, a signature characteristic often found in Grace Benoist Ranch Pinot Noirs. Silky and supple with a lean line of acidity, making it ideal for enjoying now or cellar away for further development of the complex layers of flavor. Try it with beef Bourguignon or your favorite pork, beef, or game dish. $38.98 $48.99 HENRIK PRESQU’ILE SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SAUVIGNON BLANC 2022 The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc exhibits refreshing, cool-climate varietal expression. Subtle green tones and honeysuckle intertwine with citrus, gooseberry, and tropical notes to make for a very expressive nose. At the same time, the

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ARROYO SECO SAUVIGNON BLANC 2022 Rated 90 Points by Jeb Dunnuck Coming from a cooler AVA east of Soledad (in Monterey County), the 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is light gold-hued and offers beautiful peach and honeyed lemon fruit and medium-bodied richness on the palate. It's fruit-forward, textured, nicely balanced, and has a clean finish, making it about as quaffable as they come. $19.98 $24.99 SANTA LUCIA HIGHLANDS CHARDONNAY 2023 The 2023 Luli Chardonnay exudes freshness. This wine is made with 100% native fermentation in neutral barrels to best capture the site's complexity and the vineyard's character. The inviting bouquet consists of freshly peeled Meyer lemon, ripe pear, and crushed stone. Subtle notes of peach and flint are expressed as the wine swirls. The old Chardonnay vines farmed for Luli yield tiny berries with great voluminous texture. These low yields combine with the cold and foggy days of the Santa Lucia Hillsides to retain the brilliant acidity $21.98 $27.99

SANTA LUCIA HIGHLANDS SYRAH 2023 Sporting richly hued shades of dark ruby and near purple, the 2023 Luli Santa Lucia Highlands Syrah is a hidden gem crafted from a notoriously difficult vintage in the prestigious California appellation. Each swirl in the glass brings new life to this savory and spicy offering, with notes of freshly ground coffee, dark chocolate, new leather and spiced plum setting the stage. As this deliciously pure Syrah coats the palate, waves of blackberry crumble, red cherry and black pepper pair with hints of dried herbs de Provence and subtle meaty undertones to create a complex mélange of flavors. Approachable to its core, this wine still possesses structured tannin and remarkable acidity, which suggests it will continue to age for years to come. $21.98 $27.99 SANTA LUCIA HIGHLANDS PINOT NOIR 2021 Rated 93 Points by Wine Enthusiast Sumptuous, expressive, and undeniably pure, the 2021 Luli Pinot Noir is a refreshing and delicious expression of this world-class California appellation. A vibrant and youthful medium ruby hue splashes into the glass, releasing notes of strawberry compote, fresh rhubarb, sandalwood, and baking spice. Becoming more expressive with each swirl in the glass, this wine awakens the palate with the first sip. Distinctly spicy at first, subtle hints of sage and dried herbs give way to generous and focused flavors of black cherry and raspberry crumble. The finish is no less remarkable, as soft, delicate tannin gives way to bright acidity, suggesting this wine will only improve with time. $24.98 $31.99

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CHARDONNAY 2022 Rated 92 by James Suckling

Cabernet Sauvignon is synonymous with Napa Valley and has always been a mainstay in the winemaking program at Stags’ Leap Winery. Their Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon combines estate fruit and grapes from select Napa Valley growers, focusing on sourcing from the valley floor. Incredibly approachable and pleasing upon release, this wine is sure to dazzle.

The 2022 Napa Valley Chardonnay is fragrant and bright with aromatic notes of fresh green apple, lemongrass, lychee, lime peel, coriander spice, and white jasmine flowers. The palate's texture is lively and viscous with mouth-enveloping flavors of lemon citron, white peach, Asian pear, lanolin, and white pepper spice. The luscious mouthfeel is a signature of this elegant Chardonnay, providing the round and creamy texture, which is a nod to the delicate bâtonnage (lees stirring) during the winemaking process. The wine finishes long and graceful with undertones of minerality and a present backbone of acidity, providing mouthwatering richness and the perfect al fresco refreshing white, making it an ideal accompaniment to various cuisines. $26.98 $36.99 SAUVIGNON BLANC 2022 Rated 92 by James Suckling The 2022 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc is bright, crisp, and refreshing with aromatic notes of white peach, lemon verbena, lime peel, and white elderflower. More subtle notes of brioche toast and biscuit crumb support the lively fruit (a nod to the subtle oak influence) alongside a delicate mineral flintiness. The palate is rich, creamy, and round with notes of Meyer lemon, green apple, lime pith, cassis bud, and lychee. A zippy, racy acidity is throughout, creating a mouthwatering texture and lively backbone that carries through to the long, lip-smacking crisp finish. This is the perfect summer sipper with crudités, charcuterie, and aperitivo-style dining $26.98 $36.99

$52.98 $70.99 PETIT SIRAH 2019 Rated 93 by James Suckling

The 2019 Petite Sirah is dark, inky, and dense, with layers of bramble berry fruit, touches of earth, and lovely floral tones interwoven with more savory notes of black pepper and cigar box spice, all supported by balanced oak integration. On the palate, ripe, saturated flavors of cassis, blackberry preserves, blueberry creme, cherry kirsch, vanilla spice, and dark plum envelope the intense mouthfeel. A silky viscosity with a voluminous texture, wrapped in velvety mouth-coating tannins, completes the generous and lengthy finish. Blend: 86% Petite Sirah, 6% Syrah, 5% Grenache, 3% Mixed Rhônes $38.98 $50.99 MERLOT 2020 Rated 92 by James Suckling True to its southern Napa origins, the 2020 Merlot exhibits fresh, expressive aromas and flavors with ripe black cherry, red currant, and black plum notes. These mingle with spiced notes of cinnamon, clove, Madagascar vanilla, and caramel from the delicately interwoven oak aging. Lively, lifted chaparral notes of lavender, fresh mint, and sage dance alongside riper tones of blueberry preserves and bittersweet dark chocolate, while hints of anise and black tea add savory complexity. This sumptuous wine is creamy and round with a backbone of fresh acidity. The tannin profile is polished and firm, adding richness and balance. The finish is deep and nuanced, demonstrating grace and finesse. Blend: 96% Merlot, 2% Malbec, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon $29.98 $41.99

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CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2021 This quintessential Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon has pronounced blackberry, cassis, and vanilla aromas that welcome you into the glass. Flavors of black plums, nutmeg, dark chocolate, and a touch of espresso enhance the wine's complex and full-bodied structure with a core of elegant acidity from start to finish. $49.99 $58.99 ZINFANDEL 2018 Rated 92 by Tasting Panel Fragrant earthiness lies beneath rich black cherry and plum flavors in this full-bodied, deep-colored wine. Mocha, cardamom, and baked cherry enhance the wine's refreshing acidity and powerful tannins that find harmony in the lingering finish. $34.99 $44.99 CARNEROS PINOT NOIR 2021 Rated 92 by James Suckling A beautiful expression of the Carneros appellation, this Pinot Noir opens with lively aromas of strawberry, ripe red cherry, and a touch of baking spice. The palate is greeted with a juicy, full-bodied mouthfeel and refreshing, well-balanced acidity that lingers on the finish. $34.99 $41.99 CARNEROS CHARDONNAY 2022 It is a bright and balanced wine with vibrant aromatics of baked apple, white nectarine, and toasted oak. A lively entry of tropical fruit and citrus expands with notes of rich lemon curd and brioche bread pudding. Ample yet refined, this unmistakably Carneros wine finishes with a refreshing wave of acidity. $29.99 $37.99

PROVENANCE VINEYARDS NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON2017 Rated 94 by James Suckling This elegant, voluptuous wine demonstrates the distinctiveness of Napa Valley with dark cherry and blackberry fruit flavors complemented by nuances of cocoa and mocha. Blend: 95% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc, .5% Merlot, .5% Peiti Sirah. $35.99 $47.99 ETUDE CARNEROS PINOT NOIR 2019 Rated 93 by James Suckling Vibrant and lively, this ethereal ruby red Pinot Noir is full of lifted red berry aromas alongside flavors of strawberry compote, Bing cherry, pink peppercorn, and delicate hibiscus flower with earth and spice nuances. The mouthfeel is savory and rich with fine-grained tannins and finishes long and fresh with hints of cinnamon and clove, a signature characteristic often found in Grace Benoist Ranch Pinot Noirs. It is silky and supple with a lean line of acidity, making it ideal for enjoying now or cellar away for further development of the complex layers of flavor. $38.99 $48.99 LYRIC MONTEREY COUNTY PINOT NOIR 2022 Rated 90 by Wine Enthusiast With a devotion to elegance, terroir, and varietal expression, Lyric brings the unique flavors and textures of Monterey County to life. Aged with 25% new French oak, Lyric shows beautiful fresh strawberry and raspberry notes structured by fine tannins. It’s elegant and bright, with perfectly balanced acidity, fruit, and oak—a silky mouthfeel and lingering finish complete this expression of a true Pinot Noir. $19.99 $26.99

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SAUVIGNON BLANC SANTA MARIA VALLEY 2022 Rated 92 Points Wine Enthusiast. Subtle aromas of hay, yellow apple, tangerine peel, and pineapple pull the nose into this bottling. The palate engages with acidities and a grippy texture, offering flavors of tropical fruit, sansho pepper, and cut grass. – Matt Kettmann $17.98 $22.99 SYRAH SANTA MARIA VALLEY 2020 This juicy and concentrated Syrah from Santa Maria Valley is loaded with flavors of blackberries, sappy plums, cracked black pepper, dried herbs, and salty olives. We incorporated 45% whole clusters into the mix to add texture, weight, and signature stemmy spice to the wine. If you can't get enough Northern Rhône, this wine is for you. $34.98 $43.99 PINOT NOIR SANTA MARIA VALLEY 2021 Presqu’ile Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir is laden with flavors of meaty cherries, citrus rind, damp earth, and sweet spice. This wine is less tightly wound than the single-vineyard offerings, which makes it perfect for sipping with hearty stews, roasted veggies, or burgers on the grill. $34.98 $48.99 CHARDONNAY SANTA MARIA VALLEY 2020 The Santa Maria Valley Chardonnay displays the complexity and poise we have come to expect from the deep, sandy soils of western Santa Maria Valley. We employ traditional, natural techniques – native yeast fermentation, native malolactic conversion, and sur-lie aging. Practices elevate and enhance this region's distinctive character, accenting its delicate balance between richness and vivacity. $27.98 $37.99

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SINGLE VINEYARD PERFECTION 750 ML BOTTLES Presqu’ile is dedicated to the relentless pursuit of growing and crafting exceptionally elegant and balanced cool-climate wines that purely express our sustainably farmed estate, Presqu’ile Vineyard, and the Santa Maria Valley. – Winemaker

PRESQU'ILE VINEYARD 2020 CHARDONNAY Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, California Rated 94 Points by Wine & Spirits This Estate Chardonnay has something to offer every palate preference. This textured wine is nuanced with white peach, apple, toast, and salty sea air flavors. Tangy and palate-coating, this wine is perfect for pairing with roasted poultry, lobster rolls, or cream-based pasta sauces. Blend: 100% Chardonnay $39.98 $49.99 PRESQU'ILE VINEYARD 2020 PINOT NOIR Presqu'ile Estate Pinot Noir is produced entirely from 100% estate-grown, hand-harvested, and destemmed fruit. Silky flavors of bright red berries, ripe cherries, orange zest, sage, and mint mesh harmoniously on the palate, leading to a smooth, long-lasting finish. Serve at cellar temp with lentils, crockpot stews, or mushroom based sauces. $47.98 $59.99 PRESQU'ILE 2020 BIEN NACIDO VINEYARD CHARDONNAY Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, California Rated 94 Points by Antonio Galloni The 2020 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Vineyard from Block I shows all the typical classes of the best wines on this site. Silky and layered, with striking depth, the Bien Nacido Chardonnay is gorgeous. Light tropical accents play off a core of orchard fruit, mint, and white flowers, with bright acids that pull it all together. $44.98 $59.99 PRESQU'ILE 2020 BIEN NACIDO wines from their Estate, and they were compelled to explore these differences by crafting their expression of Bien Nacido. The vineyard’s rocky soils make for a dense, sappy, structured rendition of Pinot Noir, one whose exotic Seville orange and 5-spice notes are singular within their lineup. $59.98 $74.99 VINEYARD PINOT NOIR Rated 94 Points by Antonio Galloni Bien Nacido is one of Santa Maria’s most legendary sites. Despite its proximity to Presqu’ile, it makes vastly different

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TAITTINGER BRUT LA FRANCAISE NON-VINTAGE, CHAMPAGNE FRANCE Rated 95 Points by Tasting Panel This Champagne is a blend of 30 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards, 40% and 60% of the total, from several harvests of perfectly ripened grapes. Bright and lively, this is non-vintage Brut Champagne at its best - crisp and balanced, with smooth, exuberant, Chardonnay-driven style; racy, elegant, and charming; long and memorable. $59.98 $96.99 GLORIA FERRER BLANC DE BLANCS 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. $19.98 $25.99 LA GIOIOSA 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 KRONE WESTERN CAPE ROSE CUVEE BRUT 2019 The colors are pink, silvered, and shifting. Strawberry edged in papaya and wild strawberry make 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. $19.98 $26.99

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BORSAO TRES PICOS CAMPO DE BORJA SPAIN GARNACHA 2020 Rated 92 by James Suckling It has a very intense cherry color with purple tones. The nose shows a significant concentration of aromas of ripe red fruits with floral nuances. On the palate, it is a rich and well structured wine that evokes flavors of blackberry and plum, tones of leather and vanilla, and sweet tannins. $15.98 $19.99 Twenty Bench Cabernet Sauvignon has a ripe black cherry core, twining with blackberry syrup, a subtle minerality, and charred French oak smokiness on the nose. The mouth is creamy and dense, with juicy berries, the darkest of dark chocolates, rich espresso, and black pepper. The wine is well-balanced and drinking well in its youth. $16.98 $21.99 CLEAN SLATE RIESLING 2022 Grapes from the Lower Mosel provide mineral notes, grapes from the Middle Mosel create a hint of spiciness, and grapes from the Upper Mosel supply fresh peach flavors. The result is a clean, fresh flavor and a TWENTY BENCH NORTH COAST CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2020

perfectly balanced taste profile that is delicious with food and perfect for sharing with friends. $9.99 $12.99

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MY FATHER FLOR DE LAS ANTILLAS TORO A true champion, the My Father Flor de Las Antillas Toro was named the #1 cigar by Cigar Aficionado in 2012, winning 96 points out of 100. Amazingly, this was the very first year it was introduced to the public. With a beautiful, luxurious aesthetic design, the Toro features a 52-gauge ring and a 6-inch box-pressed body. But it’s what’s inside that counts. The Toro has a medium-bodied strength profile with delicious nutmeg and extravagant white pepper. My Father Flor de Las Antillas cigars are packaged in a stunning 20-count box, stock your humidor with these award-winners now. OF THE MONTH CIGAR

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JOSH NEW PROVINCE DEL REY MEXICAN LAGER 6-PACK CANS

This wildly popular style of light beer is something New Province has never done before. It is clean, crisp, and oh so refreshing with light lemon zest. 5% ABV. $8.98 $9.99

COUNTRY: Nicaragua WRAPPER: Nicaragua BINDER: Nicaragua FILLER: Nicaragua STRENGTH: Full

RYAN PRAIRIE ARTISAN ALES TINY ESSES SOUR ALE 6-PACK CANS

This is a very highly anticipated release for Prairie! Tiney Esses has been an absolute smash hit in the brewery's taproom. This is a sour ale made with… rainbow chewy candy. It’s delightful and perhaps Prairie’s highest-rated sour ale ever. 5.9% ABV. $16.98 $18.99

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ADAM TWO PITCHERS BASELINE LAGER 12-PACK CANS This incredibly crisp, easy-drinking cold cruiser is light, uncomplicated, and an ode to simpler days—the ultimate

all-day dad beer. 4.6% ABV. $13.98 $14.99

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SPACE CAMPER VARIETY PACK For a limited time, these brand-new intergalactic entities are available in the Space Camper Cosmic Mix Pack 12-pack, which includes 6 cans of Space Campers , 3 cans of Sunsayer , and 3 cans of Project Synthia . Veteran SPACE CAMPER leads this crew. It’s a deliciously refreshing IPA, low in bitterness and bursting with tropical hop aroma and flavor. It’s easy to see how this beer has become one of the most popular, with big additions of El Dorado, Eukanot, and Galaxy hops, which offer tasting notes of peach and watermelon. Next up in the Space Camper IPA series is SUNSAYER – this Brilliant IPA is impressively dry on the finish while still being massive bright with bold aromas and flavors of pineapple and strawberry. A light, drinkable IPA that has plenty to offer. A new addition to the Space Camper IPA series is PROJECT SYNTHIA – a Tropical White IPA that has a subtle bitterness and bright aromas and flavors of passionfruit, lime, and orange. This New England style IPA has the fruit and bitterness you can expect and will make a great addition to the other beers of this style. $17.98 $19.99 12-PACK CANS

SPACE CAMPER IPA Crack open a can of Space Camper the beer and be transported to a new universe of India Pale Ales, where you'll be rewarded with aromas of juicy mango, peach and pineapple, plus flavors of fresh citrus, stone fruit and watermelon. $9.98 $10.99 6-PACK CANS

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SPACE CAMPER QUANTUM HOP IPA Astronomically approachable at 9.5% ABV, a powerhouse of Citra and Mosaic hop flavors offers infinitely interesting grapefruit, pineapple, peach, and berry notes. The Space Camper IPA Saga has traversed the far reaches of aroma and flavor of intergalactic India Pale Ales. $10.98 $11.99 6-PACK CANS

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