"Wine, madam, is God's next best gift to man." - Ambrose Bierce, 1907

Lots going on this week:

You have heard 2005 Bordeaux is great. We have Pavie-Macquin, a WA/RP 98 point stunner, and not available anywhere in So. Cal. for $309.  The lowest price on the net is $360.  See below for more info.

We tasted the 2005 Ghost Block Oakville Cab last weekend and it's fantastic. Our 2 six pack allocation is running out.

Wednesday: Lindsay Dodson-Brown from Cass Wines will be pouring new releases of Grenache, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. (YES, the LAKERS game will be on the BIG screen.)

Thursday: Eric Kent Pinot Noir - these limited release wines will not last long.

New Wines - tasting on the wine bar this week:

Four Vines Peasant 2006 - This Grenache/Syrah/Mourvedre/Counoise blend from Paso is even better than last year.  Priced at $38.99 and limited.

Store and Wine Bar Schedule

Wine Flights are 5 or 6 selected wines. Wines by the glass or half glass offered as well. Beer available too. Artisanal cheese available for accompaniment with your tasting.

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Special 2005 Pavie-Macquin Bordeaux allocation - 1 case. Perfect provenance. $309 and the lowest price anywhere.  Here is what Robert Parker has to say:
As of 2006, Pavie Macquin is one of St.-Emilion's new Premier Grand Cru Classes. This outstanding terroir is run with impeccable attention to detail by Nicolas Thienpont, who is assisted by winemaking guru, Stephane Derenoncourt. The 2005 Pavie Macquin may turn out to be this duo's finest wine to date. The blend is 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. A black/purple color is accompanied by aromas of charcoal, burning embers, crushed rocks, sweet, pure, blueberries and blackberries, chocolaty creme de cassis, and licorice. It possesses massive concentration, phenomenal levels of tannin, and good acidity. A modern day elixir that should prove to be monumental in 15-20 years, it will last for 40+ years.

Upcoming Events

Wednesday, May 21 5:30-8 PM

Edward Sellers wine event! Meet winemaker Amy Butler (formerly of Stags Leap) who is very talented and has great fruit from from Edward's west side vineyard.  Rhone in style (more so than most Paso examples), the winery is already sold out of some of these wines. www.edwardsellers.com

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