Tasting Notes: Sparkling Wine from Veneto, Italy by Andreola. Varietal; 100% Glera. ABV: 11.5 Drinking window: Now through 2024. Asolo Prosecco Superiore DOCG "Akelum" is a Veneto wine produced by the Andreola winery, which is part of the line of sparkling wines dedicated to the DOCG of Asolo Prosecco Superiore, the area surrounding the ancient village of Asolo, a few dozen kilometres east of Valdobbiadene. Asolo Prosecco DOCG was created in 2009, and also officially known as Colli Asolani until 2014. It is one of a growing raft of DOCG titles to grace the wine portfolio of the Veneto wine region in northeastern Italy. All Spumante (fully sparkling) wines automatically gain the Superiore designation, as long as they reach 11 percent alcohol by volume. They can be made in a range sweetness levels. According to Italian production regulations for Prosecco, Prosecco Spumante and Prosecco Frizzante, these wines must consist of a minimum of 85 percent Glera. The remaining 15 percent can be made up of any combination of Verdiso, Bianchetta Trevigiana, Perera, Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio and/or Pinot Noir (vinified as a white wine). TASTING NOTES: The sip is fresh and fruity and elegant, perfect with aperitifs and appetizers of land and sea. The nose is characterised by aromas of fresh green apple, pear, peach and citrus notes. Crisp acidity, well paced fruit expression and concentration. Very pleasant and easy to drink.

Price: $26.99

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Tasting Notes: If you are looking for a great wine to pair with your Valentine's Day dinner this year, try this beautiful wine. Brilliant gold in color, Sergio Zenato Riserva Lugana offers an intense yet elegant floral bouquet. Beautifully layered on the palate, this wine tantalizes the senses with notes of stone fruit, vanilla and white flowers. Pair this wine with rotisserie chicken, veal scallopini, calamari, and scampi.

Price: $43.49

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Tasting Notes: What a surprise and magical blend of grapes! From The Cote Roannaise which is part of the Loire Valley, it is a delicious blend of Gamay, Syrah and Grenache. Loaded with dark fruit and layers of savory herbal notes. It’s juicy, but not heavy. This light-to-medium-bodied red is superb with a slight chill, or also delicious when served from the cellar. It's a knock out with charcuterie. An unusual and not readily available wine. Would make an excellent Valentine's Day selection!

Price: $29.99

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Tasting Notes: In these cold, frozen snow covered months, I've been dreaming of a good beach to dig my claws into and kick up some sand! This whisky from Islay is reminiscent of just that. Pours a vivid pale gold; the aromas immediately hit your nose with notes of smoke and brine, reminiscent of a seaside bonfire. Digging deeper, one finds integrated aromas of crisp apple, lemon peel, dried heather and honey. On the palate, it is smooth and pleasantly warm, with a lovely marriage of sweet and smoky flavours, from the aging in Bourbon casks. If you can't have a bonfire on the beach, bring one home in your glass!

Price: $85.99

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Tasting Notes: Tinto Rey means Red King. Tempranillo is the king of Spanish red wines, the most important varietal in the Matchbook Vineyard and the foundation of this unique Tempranillo/Syrah blend. Deep, rich aromas of boysenberry, plum and loamy earth. Flavors of mocha, black cherry and blackberry cobbler are layered over spicy notes of leather, truffle and sweet oak. Easily a fave to pair with a simple grilled chicken up to a peppered steak.

Price: $20.49

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