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This Week’s Theme:
“Summer Kick-off!”

August Kesseler Riesling ‘09. $14.99, $13.49
Reisling Kabinett “Lemon, grapefruit and white pepper flavors mark
this dry Riesling, which has richness, turning drier and more tart..”

Laurent Rose D’Anjou ‘10 . $12.99, $11.69
“Bouncy, with lots of strawberries and cherry notes that stay fresh
and lively through the medium-weight finish.”

Skinny Girl White ‘11 . $17.99, $16.19
Chard & Pinot Grigio Blend. “Fruit-forward and drinkable with a
definitive wine profile. 100 calories per 5oz serving.”

Skinny Girl Rose‘11. $17.99, $16.19
“A bouquet of cherry, pomegranate and ripe citrus fruit…The palate
is soft and medium-weight with a touch of lively acidity. 100 cal.”

Roquesante Rose ‘11 . $14.99, $13.49
“Powerful red fruit and fresh cut grass aromas meet equally present
fruit flavors and a pleasing acidity. Well balanced Provencal rose.”

Skinny Girl Red ‘11. $17.99, $16.19
Primarily Syrah. “The wine is described as fruit-forward and drinkable
with a definitive wine profile. 100 cal per 5oz serving.”

Porcupine Ridge Merlot “08. $8.99, $8.09
“Of the Boekenhoutskloof family fame. Aromas of forest berries,
violet, pepper and spice. Smoke, spice and savory red berry.”

Ruta 22 Malbec ‘10 . $11.99, $10.79
“Raspberry and crushed plum, grilled herbs, spice and a fine minerality
that carries the stony finish. An all-season red.”

Folie a Deux Zinfandel ‘10. $14.99, $13.49
“Concentrated, juicy and jammy blackberry and ripe plum fruit is
complemented by the characteristic black pepper spice tones..”

Josh Cabernet ‘10. $12.99, $11.69
“Bold flavors of black currant, black cherry and spice with supple
tannins and a lingering finish. Organic Vinyard for 10 years.”

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Friday night from 5 to 7 pm. $10 per person with an instant $5 rebate toward the purchase of one of the featured wines (rebate only good day of tasting).  Wine World also offers a 10% discount on straight or mixed cases. Cheese plates are available during the tasting for $5 at our Destin, Grand Blvd. Pensacola Beach & WaterColor locations. Selections subject to change without notice. http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lq2u0cmb2s1qii6tmo1_500.gif

Roquefort 16.99 lb
Saga blue 9.99 lb
Taleggio 10.99 lb
Stilton with fruit 13.99 lb
Raclette 10.99 lb
Chevre la buche 8.99 lb
Pate de campagne 8.99 lb
Havarti Dill $8.99 lb

(I have to go…and get some before everyone buys them all!)

Style: Red Wine
Varietal: Red Blend
Region: France

“As for their other values, the 2010 Grand Veneur Cotes du Rhone Reserve (70% Grenache, 20% Syrah and 10% Cinsault) displays loads of ripe flavors. It is very concentrated for a Cotes du Rhone, and is actually an amazing wine. Classic garrigue, black cherry liqueur, lavender, licorice and spice box are all present in this full-bodied, intense, and rich Cotes du Rhone that sells for a song. This is a sensational effort to drink over the next 4-5 years, although it might last even longer.” – Wine Advocate

$17.99, Case Price $16.19

Style: White Wine
Varietal: Chardonnay
Region: Argentina

“The 2010 Chardonnay (85% Chardonnay and 15% Viognier) reveals a perfumed nose of spring flowers, white peaches, and honeysuckle as well as intense fruit, medium body, and a subtle hint of oak. This fresh, lively white is meant to be enjoyed over the next year. It offers considerable value to the consumer.”
- Wine Advocate

$11.99, Case Price $10.79

Brilliant straw color with emerald reflections. Fresh and floral bouquet with a hint of pears, apricots and bananas. Fresh and inviting with bright fruit and an easy drinking style with a pleasing hint of almonds in the aftertaste. Pairs well with seafood dishes, risottos with scampi, spaghetti with clams, sole in white wine  Perfect also as an aperitif.

$9.99, Case price $8.99

This is a medium bodied white made from South Africa’s classic white variety, chenin blanc. The Chenin Blanc gives the wine its bold guava and melon flavors and a refreshing acidity. Some lees contact fleshes out the wine and fills the mouth with flavor and roundness. The viognier was added for extra body and its intriguing floral notes.

$8.99 Bottle Price,  $8.09 Case Price

This is a medium-bodied red wine with an expressive nose and a soft, lush mouth-feel. The shiraz and cinsault combine to give ripe plum cherry fruit on the palate with a touch of pepper spice. Mourvedre adds complexity with savoury and dark fruit aromas. The viognier adds softness and intriguing floral notes.

$8.99 Bottle Price, $8.09 Case Price

“Bright ruby. This cherry-vanilla and cassis on the nose, with oak spice and anise notes adding complexity. Juicy, broad and supple, with very good depth to its cherry compote and dark berry flavors. The vanilla note returns on the finish, which is sweet, smooth and long. This is a delicious and fully mature.”
- Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar (Sept/Oct 2011)

$18.99 Bottle Price, $17.09 Case Price

“Vivid purple. Fresh dark berry aromas offer good straightforward, jammy appeal. Light-bodied raspberry and blackberry flavors become more bitter with air and pick up a zesty peppery quality. Brisk and refreshing wine with good finishing cut and decent persistence.
This is a solid value.”

Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar (Sept/Oct 2011), 87 pts

$9.99 Bottle Price, $8.99 Case Price

The 2009 Montebuena is 100% Tempranillo. Dark ruby-colored, it offers an appealing perfume of spice box, leather, tobacco, and blackberry. On the palate it is packed with ripe fruit, has outstanding concentration, and impeccable balance. It is a great bargain that offers a sneak preview of the great 2009 vintage in Rioja and northern Spain in general. It should drink well for 6-8 years.”

- Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate (April 2010), 90 pts

$11.99 Bottle Price, $10.79 Case Price