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Aloha
We know you were waiting for it - the new Limited Editions for 2008!
Chilean Maipo Valley Carmenere-Cabernet... (bottling in a week) If you didn't get it the first time two years ago, now's your chance. This wine ROCKS. That is, if you like luscious jammy mouthfuls of ripe blueberry and dark plums with touches of chocolate n coffee, velvet on the tongue and supple thru the finish. If you don't, it's ok, many will - or we'll drink it. Australian
(Dry) Riesling...
(bottling in a week) Did you see the BIG article
in this last December issue of Wine Spectator? No? Well well...
lets just say it LAUDS and praises em! Expect "a totally dry
white in a compelling, steely, lively style". Mmm. With citrus,
floral, hints of peach & other stone fruits, and a tease of
minerality, like 'warm rain on stones'. Mmm hmm. Sicilian Nero d'Avola-Shiraz... (bottling early April) Sicily has long hot summers, mild winters and just enough rain - perfect for strong vines and yummy wine. How fun. The suggestive descriptions of blueberry to blackberry and scents of rose, herbs and smoke have us looking forward to bottling. Though it'll benefit from a years age, this is one that sounds like its just fine to enjoy as is, drink up & come back for more! Pacific Quartet... (arrriving mid-March) What's that? Good question! In the 'nouveau tradition' like ours ;), its a very uniquely blended white you won't find anywhere else, and is the sweet offering for this year's set. And unique it is - Vidal (from British Columbia) for stone fruit and spiciness, Chenin Blanc (from California) for apple and melon, Gewurztraminer (from Washington) for lychee and pepper, and Muscat (from Australia) for dried rich fruit and orange peel. What's this mean? Drink it. Italian Brunello... (arriving April) This should perk up a few eyebrows in the crowd. Brunello is the large-berried variety of the Sangiovese grape, most famous in Brunello di Montalcino. Oh y e a h.. The profile is fruity and intense, with a firm natural acidity and a robust finish. The aroma is a subtle mix of strawberry, cherry and violet notes. Enough said. (would
you like to 'volunteer' your assistance and help us bottle our WTX
house wines? ;) BE THE FIRST to try new wines as we roll em out,
or just enjoy what needs bottling! benefits are ... well, you should
know! if you would like to 'apply', please email,
or better yet, click this link here to sign-up and join a bottling
crew!
)
*** and some new additions to our repetoire... Chilean Pinot Noir...For those always salivating to try anything of the 'New Burgundy' classic. Bright ruby color and red berry flavors. Supple with a hint of herbiness and a touch of fresh earth. A feeling of soft tannin elegance and a subtle oak. Vibrant and food friendly. Translation = pleasurably easy to enjoy! Premier Single Vineyard South Australian Shiraz... A medium-full bodied wine combining the fruit flavours of plum and currants with the silky-smooth taste of chocolate and firm tannins. Its a Premier with the crushed skins, so watch out. Symphony... is BACK too!!! This was another popular Limited we were sad to see go, so we're happy for its return! A dry white wine with the incredibly intense aromas of melon, grapefruit, mango, peach, banana and papaya. Dee-lish! Barolo... Internally we call it a Bin4. Externally its our new standard for this majestic Italian classic. Beefed up the heat a notch, intensified the fruit, weighed it down and filled the mouthfeel. Can't tell you more or we'd have to.... Just try it.
AND
THERE'S STILL MORE COMING! I count three more
new wines before the summer's end! As always, if you'd like to get in touch, have a
question or concern, schedule a tasting, or
to simply say hello... We
look forward to seein y'all at the store. [ ..Know someone who'd like our email? Click here to forward this newsletter to a friend!! ]
Yeah, that's right. I knew you were looking for it. Make
or Order 2 barrels
of wine at the same time, to include (pre-ordering) one of the awesome
Limiteds, fine
print, 'cause i have to - To redeem the offer, you must make
2 barrels, which must include at least one Limited Edition wine.
The set of Eisch are "Vino Nobile" and include 6 glasses.
Must be redeemed at time of purchase. May not be combined
with other offers or promotions. No Gift Cards or Gift Certificates
can be used in conjunction with this offer to make the purchase.
Limit of ONE per group/household or friends. (Read
about Eisch glasses in this Honolulu Advertiser article by
clicking here. )
P.P.S. - For those who know, Maka's dad will be away in April, so please feel free to direct special requests or concerns to John, Paulette or Melissa, or any winemaking questions to Melissa. If you have any Chile or Argentina suggestions, advice, or personal connections, please let him know!! :) |
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