This is it.
The kids are IN SCHOOL . . . time for an ALL
ADULT WEEK.
PEARSON'S HUGE ENTIRE WINE INVENTORY ON SALE
SALE STARTS TODAY, AUGUST 25 AT 10 AM . . .
THRU SATURDAY AUGUST 30 AT CLOSING . . . MANY
OPEN FOR TASTING
RULES OF THE SALE 100% OF OUR ''IN
STOCK'' 750 ML wine and champagne inventory
is included.
''IN STOCK'' ITEMS ONLY. . . NO SPECIAL
ORDERS.
SIX DAYS ONLY. MONDAY, AUGUST 25 THRU
SATURDAY, AUGUST 30.
FOR EMAIL CUSTOMERS ONLY.
BRING FRIENDS . . . If they give us their
EMAIL ADDRESS, they can have 30% OFF, too.
30% CASE DISCOUNT applies to the REGULAR
WHITE TAG PRICES in any assortment of 12 OR
MORE 750 ml wines that we have ''IN STOCK.''
RED TAG SALE wines ARE INCLUDED . . .
TAKE 5% OFF RED TAG WINES when they are
included in any assortment of 12 or more 750
ml wines.
NO SPECIAL ORDERS. If we don't have it IN
STOCK, it's not included.
ALSO NOT INCLUDED: Special orders, future
orders, previously ordered, and previously
paid for wines.
Wines are in limited supply. Many will be
open for tasting. Come prepared to substitute.
PLUS . . . OVER 4,000 BOTTLES AT SPECIAL
ABSOLUTE LOWEST PRICES . . . 33% TO 70% OFF
OUR REGULAR PRICES . . .
no further discounts on these specially
priced wines.
FRANCE
1. GEORGES DUBOEUF JULIENAS 2005 . . . 4
cases
Beyond Beaujolais Nouveau . . . the best
wines of Beaujolais are called the "crus"
(growths) of Beaujolais. All are made from
the Gamay grape and all are picked by hand .
. . made by a process that extracts the juice
with an absolute minimum of tannin . . . each
is distinguished by the individual hillsides
where they are grown . . . all with
beautiful, romantic names like Julienas . . .
a medium bodied wine made from the Gamay
grape . . . now at its peak several years
after the vintage.
Reg 16.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 70% OFF . . . $4.99
2. CHATEAU MONTROCHE COSTIERES DE NIMES
ROUGE 2005 . . . 10 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: This small
château is located near the town of
Saint-Gilles, 15 miles from the Mediterranean
Sea and just west of the Rhône River. It is
owned by Antoine Dufoix and his family.
Details of vineyard management and
vinification are overseen by Sylvia &
François Cornut, owners of Mas Guiot, a
neighboring estate. Sylvia is an oenologist,
and François helps Antoine in the tending of
the vineyards. The rocky soils here are
reminiscent of Châteauneuf-du-Pape and the
vine plants range in age from 30 to 50 years
old. Both varietals are grown at very low
yields, and always picked late, ensuring very
deep, profound wines, with amazingly soft
tannins. The blend for this bottling is
typically 50% Grenache and 50% Syrah, but
will vary slightly depending on the vintage.
The fruit is hand-harvested, vinified in
tank, and bottled unfiltered.
Reg 9.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 40% OFF . . . $5.99
3. DOMAINE ANDRE BRUNEL GRENACHE 2005 . .
. 10 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: André
Brunel, the renowned producer in
Châteauneuf-du-Pape of Les Cailloux has
produced this wonderfully, juicy wine for us.
This is a blend of 90% Grenache and 10%
Carignan. 60% of the fruit is declassified
Côtes-du-Rhône from vineyards in Travaillon,
just east of Gigondas and northeast of
Vacqueyras. All of the grapes are destemmed
to allow the easy fruit to shine through. The
wine is fermented and aged in tank to retain
the freshness. In the glass this wine is
grapy and easy drinking with very primary
notes of cherry and blackberry along side of
cracked black pepper. This is the perfect
everyday red!
Reg 10.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 45% OFF . . . $5.99
4. DOMAINE GOURNIER MERLOT 2005 . . . 8
cases
Robert Kacher's notes: Domaine de
Gournier is located in Provence, above the
Mediterranean, between Avignon and Nîmes,
near the town of Uzes and the famous Pont du
Gard. The vineyards, planted along low
limestone hills studded with calcareous rock
and sparse clumps of wind-beaten vegetation,
benefit from the southern exposition to the
provençal sun. Domaine de Gournier is owned
by Maurice Barnouin. Barnouin is a
pepinierist, a vine clone and rootstock
expert. His father was a pioneer in the
region's re-planting with low yielding,
intensely flavored varietals. The Merlot
clone planted here is sourced from vineyards
on the right bank of Bordeaux. The grapes are
hand-harvested and vinified in stainless
steel tanks in order to focus on the fresh
fruit. This Merlot exhibits a saturated
purple color and a spicy, blackberry nose and
flavors. This beautifully made chunky little
Merlot has long been recognized as a great value.
Reg 11.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 42% OFF . . . $6.99
5. DOMAINE GOURNIER CHARDONNAY 2006 . . .
10 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: This
beautiful estate, owned by Maurice Barnouin,
is located in the hills northwest of Nîmes,
in the western Rhône Valley near the town of
Uzes and the famous Pont du Gard. The
viticultural area lies just outside the
Costières de Nîmes appellation and is only
entitled to label its wines as Vin de Pays
des Cévennes. The wines of Domaine de
Gournier however, aspire to greater stature
than this simple designation. Being up in the
hills, the microclimate is cool. The Barnouin
family were pepinierists by trade (vine
rootstock and clone experts), and Maurice's
father was a pioneer in the regions
re-planting with low-yielding, intensely
flavored varietals like Chardonnay, Sauvignon
and Merlot. The Chardonnay vines at Gournier
are pruned for hand-harvesting to ensure the
most stringent selection of grapes for the
best wine possible. Fermentation takes place
both in barrel (60% in new oak) and in
stainless steel tank, with the wine aged on
the lees for six months before bottling. The
flavors are rich and complex. Notes of fresh
pear and a hint of butter fat mingle with
scents of vanilla and smoke. This lovely,
medium-bodied wine has a richness that is
balanced by the clean, pure finish.
Reg 11.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 42% OFF . . . $6.99
6. DOMAINE DE LA PETITE CASSAGNE ROUGE
2004 . . . 10 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: Domaine de
la Petite Cassagne is located four kilometers
from the village of St Gilles on
south/south-eastern exposed slopes of the
Costières de Nîmes. The soils here are
characterized by cailloux deposited by the
Rhône River centuries ago. Diane de Puymorin
is the dynamic young owner of this super
property, which she purchased in 1998.
Diane's goal was to craft unique wines within
the Costières de Nîmes appellation. She uses
only organic farming methods and believes in
strictly limiting yields. Unique pruning and
leaf pulling techniques help her to optimize
the maturity of fruit in her vineyards, and
allow her to harvest before the autumnal
weather changes. The Petite Cassagne Rouge is
a blend of Grenache, Syrah and old-vine
Carignan. This is a medium-bodied wine,
packed with black cherry flavors, layered
with earth tones and wonderful notes of
indigenous herbs such as lavender and
rosemary. The tannins are very soft, and the
finish is very long.
Reg 12.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 39% OFF . . . $7.99
7. CHATEAU VALCOMBE TRADITION
SYRAH-GRENACHE 2005 . . . 10 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: Located on
a rocky plateau at the western edge of the
Rhône River, the estate of Valcombe is owned
and managed by Dominique and Bénédicte
Ricome. The first vines were planted here in
1750, and today the property totals nearly 70
hectares. After five generations in the same
family, the Ricomes are producing very fine
wine. Everything here is done by hand and our
selection is severe. The Tradition cuvée
(Appellation Costières de Nîmes Contrôlée) is
made from a fine selection of old-vines Syrah
and 30% Grenache. We ferment and age this
wine in stainless steel tank to retain the
fresh qualities of the fruit and bottle it
unfiltered.
Reg 11.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $7.99
8. DOMAINE MONTPEZAT SAUVIGNON BLANC 2006
. . . 10 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: Young
Christophe Blanc is the owner and winemaker
of this small domaine, which is located in
the heart of the Languedoc near the
Mediterranean Sea. The 40-hectare estate has
been in Blanc's family for three generations.
There are only 6 hectares of Sauvignon
planted. The vineyards are planted on the
gravelly hillsides behind the village of
Pèzenas, this is one of the warmest
microclimate in the Languedoc. Picking takes
place at night. Maceration of skins lasts
6-12 hours and fermentation is
temperature-controlled. Montpezat Sauvignon
is characterized by its tropical and citrus
fruit aromas. It is a full-bodied wine with a
long finish. As with all of the wines at
Montpezat, this is bottled without filtration.
Reg 11.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $7.99
9. CHATEAU VALCOMBE PRESTIGE 2004 . . . 10
cases
Robert Kacher's notes: Located on
a rocky plateau at the western edge of the
Rhône River, the estate of Valcombe is owned
and managed by Dominique and Bénédicte
Ricome. The first vines were planted here in
1750, and today the property totals nearly 70
hectares. After five generations in the same
family, the Ricomes are producing very fine
wine. Everything here is done by hand and our
selection is severe. The Prestige cuvée
(Appellation Costières de Nîmes Contrôlée) is
made from primarily the finest old-vine Syrah
on the property blended with up to 30%
Grenache, depending on vintage. We aged this
wine in oak barrels (new/1&2 years) for one
year and drain it unfiltered into bottle.
This wine is one of the treasures of Nîmes,
displaying deep blue and red fruits, spice
with a jammy texture and rich finish.
Although this deep dark red tastes great now,
three years time will show you even more
complexity.
Reg 15.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 50% OFF . . . $7.99
10. MAS DES BRESSADES SYRAH-GRENACHE 2006
. . . 10 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: Mas des
Bressades is considered by many as the top
estate in Costières de Nîmes, located 35
miles southwest of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, on
the western side of the Rhône. It is run by
Cyril Marès and his lovely wife Natalie
Blanc, who owns the adjacent estate, Mas
Carlot. The Grenache-Syrah is a unoaked wine
that consists of roughly equal parts of the
two varietals. This wine always shows
extraordinary fruit and spice and a wonderful
finish of cracked black pepper. The Grenache
vines are 25-60+ years old. The yields for
this wine are between 35 and 40 hectoliter
per hectare.
Reg 11.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $7.99
11. DOMAINE MONTPEZAT LES ENCLOS MERLOT
PRESTIGE 2004 . . . 10 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: Young
Christophe Blanc is the third generation of
winemakers in the family. He is the owner of
this small domaine, which is located in the
heart of the Languedoc near the Mediterranean
Sea. Only about 7 acres of Merlot are
produced here. Planted on the gravelly
hillsides behind the village of Pèzenas, this
warm microclimate is capable of ripening
Merlot to perfection. Christophe keeps yields
low and the wine is matured in barrels for a
year. It is a full wine with a long finish
and dark berry aromas with a hint of vanilla.
Bottled without filtration, the wines of
Montpezat represent terrific value.
Reg 14.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 40% OFF . . . $8.99
12. JAYER-GILLES BOURGOGNE ALIGOTE 2005 .
. . 13 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: Domaine
Jayer-Gilles is run by the very talented
Gilles Jayer who took over for his father
Robert Jayer in 1998. The estate is collected
around the world and very scarce. The total
allocation for the United States of this wine
is around 350 cases. Gilles take the same
care for his Aligoté as he does for his more
famous appellations. Most growers' yields for
Aligoté are around 3 tons per acre while
Gilles prunes so severely that he never
harvests more than 2.2 tons per acre. The
astounding quality of this wine is proof of
the commitment to quality of the entire
estate. This wine expresses the full
potential of the grape with well defined
mineral and spicy orchard fruit and touches
of creamy oak. The wine is bright and fresh
and can be enjoyed with all foods the pair
well with Chardonnay.
Reg 25.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 50% OFF . . . $12.99
13. PRIEURE DE MONTEZARGUES TAVEL ROSE
2006 . . . 5 cases
This bone-dry rose is made in the
"saignee" method . . . where the juice
remains in contact with the skins for a day
or so, then bled off for color and texture.
Made from red grapes Grenache, Cinsault,
Syrah, Mourvèdre, Carignan, Clairette blended
with Picpoul and Bourboulenc whites. The 2006
is brilliant pink . . . red fruit aromas,
predominantly strawberry, raspberry and
cherry with bright, well balanced acidity . .
. a dry, clean finish. An elegant,
full-bodied rose for any summer time foods .
. . particularly good with spicy chicken
dishes, sausage and aggressive farmers'
cheese. They produce about 13,000 cases
annually . . . almost all in France. Enjoy.
Reg 29.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 44% OFF . . . $16.99
14. CHATEAU LAROQUE GRAND CRU ST EMILION
2000 . . . 45 cases
Producing about 10,000 cases . . . small,
actually, compared to many. Like most wines
of Bordeaux' right bank, it's predominantly
Merlot . . . that special ingredient that
connoisseurs crave for its soft and supple
texture. At Laroque they hand harvest, then
blend with a touch of Cabernet Franc and
Cabernet Sauvignon . . . age in barrel, 50%
new, for a year or more . . . bottled and
finally aged in the cellar to the brink of
maturity. The wine is stunning. Perfectly
colored dark crimson. The nose is generous
cocoa and coffee beans. Its young berriness
has given away to mature, full flavored fruit
with a delicate touch of sweetness . . .
completely smooth and supple . . . a
Saint-Emilion dream come true.
Reg 59.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 50% OFF . . . $29.99
15. VINCENT GIRARDIN SANTENAY 1ER CRU LES
GRAVIERES 2005 . . . 3 cases
Danny Haas 94 Points: "Even deeper
in color than the Maladière. a riper and more
foxy nose of woods and meaty bacon, too.
Toasty, smoky fruit with some oak present but
the wine has more power than the Maladière
and is juicier, more intense and classier.
racier, with juicier acids that are long on
the palate. Quite classy, very typical Pinot
with a beautifully balance mint chocolate
finish."
Reg 49.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 40% OFF . . . $29.99
16. DOMAINE VINCENT GIRARDIN POMMARD LES
VIGNOTS 2005 . . . 3 cases
Danny Haas 94.5 Points: "Very
rustic on the nose, foxy like a Pommard
should be, along with bananas and nuts. Very
spicy on the palate, with milk chocolate and
café au lait. lots of thick texture with no
tannins and a little bit of side acids. an
opulent, juicy, raisinette finish."
Reg 59.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $39.99
17. DOMAINE VINCENT GIRARDIN POMMARD LES
GRAND EPENOTS 2005 . . . 2 cases
Danny Haas 96.5 Points: "The
deepest color so far, so deep you can't see
through it. Smoky tobacco, very bacony nose.
you can sense the depth of fruit. Very
penetrating on the palate; it's massive, with
lots of oily, powerful multi layered fruit;
smoky and multidimensional. long, long
flavors and sweet ripe tannins; candy-like
with jammy raisins. So concentrated it's
incredible; powerful, like a grand cru."
Reg 99.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $66.99
AUSTRALIA
18. YELLOW TAIL THE RESERVE SHIRAZ 2006 .
. . 14 cases
Winery notes: "Cherry, blackberry,
and chocolate aromas tickle the tongue, while
pepper and spice linger on the palate.
Seamless tannins balance this full-bodied
wine. Bring out The Reserve Shiraz at a
dinner party with friends or before a big
night out."
Reg 12.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 39% OFF . . . $7.99
19. YELLOW TAIL THE RESERVE CABERNET
SAUVIGNON 2005 . . . 5 cases
Winery notes: "Flavors of cherries
and mint upfront, with blackberry, cassis,
and vanilla lingering on the palate. A bottle
of The Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon wine is the
perfect way to say "thank you," "welcome," or
"bon voyage" to a friend.
Reg 12.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 39% OFF . . . $7.99
20. GREG NORMAN LIMESTONE COAST SHIRAZ
2005 . . . 10 cases
Winemaker notes: The 2005 vintage
was very good, remembered for its very dry
summer and Autumn, the warm, dry conditions
prevailing from April through to May. There
was the occasional short overnight shower to
maintain the vines, but these did not cause
any disease. The warmth caused the fruit to
ripen more quickly, subsequent harvesting
beginning two weeks earlier, and this allowed
the winemakers to pursue riper fruit flavors,
generous tannins and bigger structured wines;
particularly from Padthaway and Coonawarra,
albeit with higher alcohols than normally
expected.
Wine Spectator 88 points: "A strong leaf
character runs through the currant and spice
aromas and flavors of this lively,
open-textured Shiraz. Not for everyone, but
distinctive. Drink now through 2010. "
Reg 15.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 38% OFF . . . $9.99
21. CULLEN MARGARET RIVER, ELLEN BUSSELL
2003 . . . 2 cases
Winery notes: "This wine
celebrates the life of Ellen Bussell, one of
Margaret River's most remarkable pioneering
women. In 1855, while still a teenager, Ellen
and her new husband Alfred became the first
white settlers in the area. The fruit for
this wine comes predominantly from the Ellens
Ridge vineyard which was established in 1996.
The blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 41%
Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc. Lovely rich red
with strong crimson meniscus. The intense and
rich black cherry flavours which fill out the
middle palate are back by just the right
amount of fine tannins. Mild Asian food, but
has the depth of flavor to accompany a good
steak."
Reg 26.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $17.99
SPAIN
22. GRAMONA GESSAMI 2006 . . . 14 cases
Dozens of aromas are found in this
luscious wine . . . jasmine, pear, ginger,
lavender, lychees, peaches . . . depending on
who's doing the tasting. Some compare it to a
spicy Alsatian . . . others to Albarino. I
say it's somewhere in between. A wonderful,
fresh, subtle aperitif wine . . . enjoy with
a spicy Asian or a luscious Spaniard.
Reg 18.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 63% OFF . . . $6.99
23. EARTH TEMPRANILLO-CABERNET 2006 . . .
7 cases
Organically grown Cabernet Sauvignon and
Tempranillo . . . from Navarra, Spain between
Rioja and Bordeaux . . . the Cabernet gives
the wine Bordeaux-like structure . . . the
Tempranillo gives it youth and freshness . .
. six months in oak barrels for a bit of
toast. Wonderful cherry color. The nose is an
intensive bouquet of black fruits and
licorice. This wine is elegantly toasty. On
the palate it is smooth, round and full with
a long finish. Delicious.
Reg 15.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 38% OFF . . . $9.99
24. MARQUES DE CACERES RESERVA RIOJA 2001
. . . 6 cases
Wine & Spirits 94 points: "A
remarkable performance from Caceres, this
riserva shows just how great the 2001 vintage
turned out to be. The wine shimmers with
juiciness then explodes into detailed flavors
as it trails off past cherry, cranberry,
orange zest and herbs. Old-vine fruit
contributes to the power and elegance of this
blend, and provides the stamina to last ten
years or more."
Wine Spectator 90 points: "This
well-structured red delivers deep flavors of
plum, tobacco, mineral and spice over firm
tannins. A bit austere, but shows complexity
and harmony, with a spicy, floral finish.
Drink now through 2012. 2,500 cases imported.
Smart buy."
Reg 27.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $18.99
CALIFORNIA
25. CHALONE VINEYARD MONTEREY CHARDONNAY
2007 . . . 7 cases
Winemaker notes: "Elegant and
fruit-focused, Chalone 2006 Monterey County
Chardonnay captures the bright pear, apple,
citrus and stone fruit character of grapes
grown in Monterey County along California's
Central Coast. Hints of floral and spice
highlight the aromas and echo on the palate.
The wine's vibrant fruit expression reflects
the cool marine fog and winds that caress
these foothill and benchland vineyards. The
perfectly balanced flavors mingle crisp,
natural acidity with a rich, creamy texture
from sur lie aging. Enjoy our Chardonnay with
flavors from the ocean, such as crab cakes,
grilled fish, prawns sautéed in butter and
garlic, or scallops and angel hair pasta
tossed with a cream sauce. Or pour with
grilled chicken or pork, creamy chowders and
mushroom risotto."
Reg 16.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 41% OFF . . . $9.99
26. CHALONE VINEYARD MONTEREY PINOT NOIR
2006 . . . 8 cases
Winemaker notes: "Our 2006
Monterey County Pinot Noir displays silky
layers of dark cherry and raspberry character
with enticing nuances of floral and spice.
These bright, expressive aromas and flavors
come from grapes grown in Monterey County in
California's Central Coast American
Viticultural Area (AVA). Here, cool winds
slow ripening and provide the grapes with
long hangtime, resulting in ripe flavors and
supple tannins. Pinot Noir is considered the
most versatile red wine because it matches
with meat, poultry (great with turkey!),
grilled veggies and even some seafood, such
as salmon, ahi tuna and shellfish-laden
cioppino."
Reg 16.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 41% OFF . . . $9.99
27. RUTHERFORD HILL NAPA VALLEY CHARDONNAY
2006 . . . 3 cases
Winery notes: "Expect this 2006
bottling to show refined aromas of citrus and
nutmeg lifted by pretty floral tones. The
weight is just right; round and soft with a
welcome beam of bright acidity binding the
wine together."
Reg 25.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 35% OFF . . . $16.99
28. CARPE DIEM NAPA VALLEY CABERNET
SAUVIGNON 2005 . . . 3 cases
Made at Dominus Estate by Christian
Mouiex (Chat Petrus) crack winemaking team.
Winemaker notes: "Carpe Diem
Cabernet Sauvignon is made in a classic
winemaking style, respecting the
characteristics of the Cabernet Sauvignon
grape. The wine is fruity, elegant, and
exhibits soft tannins. This is a very
pleasant wine to drink in its youth. Oak is
used sparingly to keep Carpe Diem fresh with
vibrant fruit. Grapes for the Carpe Diem
Cabernet Sauvignon have been selected
exclusively from the best vineyards in world
renowned Napa Valley. Vinified under the
strict supervision of Christian Moueix's
winemaking team in Yountville, California,
Carpe Diem embodies the essence of Napa
Valley classic Cabernet Sauvignon. It is a
fresh and straightforward wine, expressing
its bountiful fruit with aromas of wild
strawberries and soft tannins."
Reg 26.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 37% OFF . . . $16.99
29. B.R. COHN SONOMA MERLOT 2004 . . . 2
cases
Winery notes:" "The 2004 Sonoma
Valley Merlot is a blend of the finest Merlot
vineyards in the Sonoma Valley. These grapes
provide wonderful aromas and flavors of ripe
blackberry, bright cherry and a hint of
anise. Aging in the best tight grain French
oak barrels adds complexity, toasty vanilla
and supple tannins for a long, smooth finish."
Reg 34.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 35% OFF . . . $22.99
30. FOUR VINES DUSI VINEYARD ZINFANDEL . .
. 3 cases
In the 1920s, the first famous names
appeared on the Paso Robles scene . . . the
Dusi and Pesenti families bought ranches in
the western portion of the region, closest to
the Pacific Ocean, in what is now considered
the best part of Paso Robles . . . their
Zinfandel grapes flourished. Today the Dusi
and Pesenti Vineyards are among the most
revered of Paso Robles' vineyards. The most
serious Zinfandel growers insist on using a
piece of these 60 to 80 year old vine plots .
. . Turley, Ridge, Peachy Canyon, Four Winds
. . . all have long term arrangements with
the Dusi and Pesenti families.
Wine Spectator: "Untamed, with no apologies,
this Zinfandel is full of personality,
offering wild berry, spice and loam aromas
and intense, zesty dried cherry, fresh earth
and licorice flavors that finish with ripe
but rustic tannins. Drink now through 2011."
Reg 39.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 40% OFF . . . $23.99
31. SEBASTIANI SECOLO RED 2004 . . . 2
cases
Connoisseurs' Guide to California
Wines 92 points: "68% Cabernet Sauvignon;
16% Petit Verdot; 8% Malbec; 7% Merlot; 1%
Petite Sirah. Sebastiani's Secolo bottlings
have lately been among our top picks when it
comes to out and out value, and this latest
lovely again stands with the best Cabernet
buys to be had. Its deep aromas of currants,
berries and cherries are sweetened with
carefully placed oak, and its generously
filled, ripe-fruit flavors show both layering
and a good sense of polish. Its fine-grained
tannins firm without toughening, and, while
it is bound to tempt early drinking, it is
sure to develop beautifully over the next
five or six years. GOOD VALUE."
Reg 37.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 34% OFF . . . $24.99
32. NEYERS SYRAH LAKEVILLE ROAD 2006 . . .
2 cases
1190 cases produced
Robert Parker 90 points: "The 2006
Syrah Old Lakeville is deep ruby/purple,
offering hints of charcoal, blackberry,
raspberry, and cherry notes. It has
impressive ripeness and density, richness,
and more tannin and structure than the Hudson
Vineyard. This particular cuvee will benefit
from 1-2 years of cellaring and should last
for up to a decade." Wine Spectator 93
points: "Ripe and grapey, with rich, elegant
spice, pepper and juicy, dusty wild berry
flavors that are sleek and focused, ending
with a long, persistent finish. Drink now
through 2012."
Reg 37.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $25.99
33. NEYERS ZINFANDEL HIGH VALLEY VINEYARD
2005 . . . 3 cases
1036 cases produced
Robert Parker 91 points: "The
finest of this trio is the 2005 Zinfandel
High Valley, a high elevation (1,600 feet)
site in the Chiles Valley. This effort
exhibits the tell-tale elegance, high acids,
and lower alcohol of the vintage along with
abundant quantities of raspberry and black
cherry fruit in its more complete,
concentrated personality. Displaying both
elegance and power, this beauty can be drunk
over the next 5-7 years."
Reg 37.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $25.99
34. NEYERS MOURVEDRE PATO VINEYARD 2006 .
. . 2 cases
353 cases produced
Robert Parker 90 points: "The 2006
Mourvedre Pato Vineyard is relatively stylish
for a wine that can often be rustic and
animal. The wine displays civilized blueberry
and raspberry fruit with earth and spice. It
is well-made, medium to full-bodied, with
excellent ripeness and sweet tannin. Drink it
over the next 5-6 years."
Reg 39.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $26.99
ITALY
35. MEZZA CORONA PINOT GRIGIO 2007 . . .
20 cases
You'll find MezzaCorona on just about
every Italian Bistro wine by the glass list.
The is a bright, crisp, easy drinking white.
Reg 9.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 40% OFF . . . $5.99
36. ANSELMI CAPITEL CROCE VENETO BIANCO
2003 . . . 2 cases
International Wine Cellar 90
points: "Pretty aromas of apricot, white
flowers, almond and hazelnut. Dense and ripe
on the palate, with flavors of soft citrus
fruits, pineapple, hazelnut and almond... An
impressively concentrated example of
garganega. The name Soave doesn't appear on
the label as Anselmi opted out of the
association of Soave producers years ago,
choosing to make wines of much greater
concentration and richer mouth feel-very
different in style from most other Soaves on
the market."
Reg 21.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 40% OFF . . . $12.99
37. FATTORIA LA LECCIAIA BRUNELLO DI
MONTALCINO 2003 . . . 4 cases
Wine Spectator 91 points:
"Raspberry, flowers and citrus fruits on the
nose lead to a full-bodied palate, with lots
of fruit. Almost jammy, but fresh and dense.
Generous. Best after 2010."
Reg 49.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 40% OFF . . . $29.99
SOUTH AMERICA
38. LA BAMBA CHENIN BLANC-RIESLING
ARGENTINA 2007 . . . 23 cases
Here's what they did with this wine . . .
blended Chenin Blanc, an aromatic white grape
which gives off hints of pear, melon and
honeysuckle, best known for the French
classic Vouvray . . . and blended it with
Riesling, full of raciness and minerality.
The final product is off-dry . . . bright and
fresh and crisp. Drink as an aperitif, with
light, creamy cheeses or with anything picnic.
Reg 8.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 44% OFF . . . $4.99
39. CASA LAPOSTOLLE SAUVIGNON BLANC CHILE
2007 . . . 5 cases
Winery notes: "Color is bright and
attractive light yellow with hints of straw
and green. Nose has expressive fresh citrus
fruit on entry, followed by sweet hints of
white flowers and delicate notes of lychee
and fig. Palate is young and pleasant, with
fresh acidity followed by a delicate
sweetness and abundant citrus aromas that
persist in the palate. Light and elegant.
Serve chilled as an aperitif. Always the
ideal companion for appetizers and seafood,
also compliments spicy cuisine."
Reg 11.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $7.99
PORTUGAL
40. QUINTA DE ALQUEVE 2 WORLDS RESERVA
2003 . . . 4 cases
Robert Kacher's notes: "The 2003
is the first release of 2 Worlds and is an
equal blend of Touriga Nacional and Cabernet
Sauvignon which is aged in new and one year
old barrels for 12 months, then bottled
unfiltered. This wine is big, rich with loads
of fruit and spice, well defined structure
which will allow for aging up to 6-10 years."
Reg 22.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 48% OFF . . . $11.99
41. SMITH WOODHOUSE 1984 LATE BOTTLED
VINTAGE PORT . . . 12 cases
The Smith Woodhouse Late Bottled Vintage
is unlike the vast majority of all LBV's
produced . . . aged in barrel for an extended
period . . . fifteen to seventeen years . . .
then bottled without any fining or filtration
whatsoever . . . aged in bottle for another
six years before offered for sale. Most LBV's
see limited bottle aging . . . but It is the
bottle-maturation of this Port which allows
the wine to develop outstanding style and
complexity . . . resulting in a deep garnet
Port with rich mouth-filling flavors of ripe
fruit, balanced by notes of black chocolate
and peppery tannins.
Reg 39.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 33% OFF . . . $26.99
ISRAEL
42. ELLA VALLEY VINEYARDS CHARDONNAY
2004/2005 . . . 2 cases
Daniel Rogov, Rogov's Guide to Israeli
Wines: "Soft in texture but generous with
pear, citrus and mineral flavors that develop
a very appealing creamy note on the finish.
Light wood, just the right amount of zingy
acidity make this a solid wine with a load of
complexity and long, lingering flavors."
Reg 29.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 50% OFF . . . $14.99
CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING WINE
43. INNOCENT BYSTANDER SPARKLING MOSCATO
2008 . . . 5 cases, 375 ml
Blend of two Muscat grapes, Gordo and
Black Muscat. Six hours of skin contact for
color and aroma. Fermented in stainless
steel. 5.5% alcohol. It comes in a beer sized
bottle with a pop top. I put a bunch of it in
the beer cooler up front so you can get it
chilled on your way to the beach . . . golf
course . . . tennis court . . . pool . . .
mowing the lawn . . . watching fireworks.
Reg 15.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 44% OFF . . . $8.99
44. WILLM CREMANT D'ALSACE BLANC DE BLANCS
BRUT . . . 9 cases
A delightful, dry sparkling wine made in
the traditional Champagne method.
Reg 15.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 38% OFF . . . $9.99
45. FRANCOIS BILLION ROSE . . . 10 cases
The Pinot Noir that is added to the Grand
Cru Chardonnay makes it a lush, colorful,
fuller bodied Champagne than the GRAND CRU
CUVEE . . . do not be afraid to serve this
robust rose with red meat or game.
Reg 49.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 34% OFF . . . $32.99
46. FRANCOIS BILLION BLANC DE BLANCS BRUT
GRAND CRU . . . 6 cases
Billion is a rich, lush, bright and
crisp, full flavored Champagne.100%
Chardonnay from Clos de Mesnil . . .
Champagne's most prestigious growing area. It
reminds me more of fine white Burgundy with
tiny delicate bubbles.
Reg 49.99 . . . PEARSON'S LABOR DAY
PRICE 34% OFF . . . $32.99
HOW TO GET SOME: For SAME DAY SERVICE
visit us at 2436 Wisconsin Ave NW, Wash DC or
call us at 202 333 6666 . . . for NEXT DAY
SERVICE (we may be sold out) email your order to
Steve@PearsonsWine.com
with your name & phone number. We will call
you the next day to confirm availability and
hold your order with payment in full.
THE BEST WAY . . . HAVE SOME FUN .
. . COME INTO THE
STORE AND TASTE BEFORE YOU BUY.
Numerous wines are always open for tasting.
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Steve Silver, Proprietor
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I shot the wine from this angle because I
want you to see its gorgeous, purple edge.
On that date,
Grateful Palate importer/emprasario, Dan
Philips, and Chris Ringland, perhaps
Australia's greatest winemaker . . . the
same guys I just spent 12 days in Australia
with . . . will be
tasting their extraordinary Aussie portfolio
with international Wine Advocate, Robert
Parker.
Every year Thierry and Pascale Matrot make
the investment in a small supply of the
finest French oak barrels . . . which they
don't even use for several years.
I'd like to share a note I received from a
longtime customer about a previous AWS wine . . .
AWS wines are always unique. . . it is not a
brand that produces the same wine vintage
after vintage. Each wine is the product of a
premium small lot purchase from a different
grower . . . each time from a different
Viticultural Area . . . made in small
quantities . . . never more than 700 or 800
cases.
Adjectives often applied to Australian
Shiraz. Sometimes even meant to be negative .
. . as in too powerful, too
potent, too flamboyant . . .
too decadent?
G'day, mates.
I can't say that Dan Philips is responsible
for single handedly bringing Australian wines
to America, but in the ten short years since
Dan imported his first container, he has put
together a portfolio of wines that almost
everyone concedes fall into the WOW category.
He travels the countryside making friends of
growers who specialize in dense, chewy Shiraz
and bright, fruit driven Grenache . . . he
also brings us several dozen tiny production
winemakers whose world-class wines are little
known . . . until now.
Winemakers Dan Hickinbotham, Trevor Jones,
Steve and Dan Philips cruising down the
Murray River.
Tonight was Grenache night and dinner was at
Dan Philip's favorite pizza joint, Russell's
. . . not exactly a joint . . . Russell makes
some of the most exotic pizzas on the face of
the earth in his wood burning oven. We tasted
(partied) all night with Dan and two of
Australia's most prominent winemakers . . .
Chris Ringland and Lisa Wetherall . . .
washing the pizza down with Grenache based
wines from the R (Ringland) Wines portfolio.
The evening wound down with more Grenache, a
roaring fire and Sonya, a New Jersey wine
rep, getting down with some serious blues on
her harmonica.
Steve and Chris Ringland after a serious day
in vineyards.
Surprise . . . while roaming Trevor Jones'
Winery I heard the helicopters approaching .
. . framing them with my trusty Nikon
digital, they put down not fifty yards in
front of me. OK, let's go, they yelled and
packed us, four per whirlybird, for a
surprise tour of the Barossa Valley and on to
our next tasting some twenty miles away . . .
where we ate, drank Shiraz and Victoria
Bitter and played cricket (baseball rules)
and Aussie football all afternoon. What a
glorious day!
At Paringa they dedicated Row 35 to me . . .
we're expected to sell all the wine from Row
35 . . . it's five miles long.
Final day . . . drive to Adelaide and spent
the morning at the Cleland Wildlife Preserve
where . . . FINALLY . . . we walked among
kangaroos, koalas, tasmanian devils, dingos
and every type of Aussie wildlife we missed
seeing in the vineyards.
I knew nothing of the estate . . . only that
it is a medium sized property in the
satellite appellation of Saint Emilion, known
as Lussac . . . Gaury Dubos is the proprietor
and as is the custom on Bordeaux' right bank,
he plants mostly Merlot and a small
percentage of Cabernet Franc.
Beaujolais . . . those beautiful, rolling
hills located between Burgundy and the
Northern Rhone . . . once you have seen
Beaujolais with your own eyes you understand
what is meant by "la belle France."
