Mud Bay Wines Weekly Newsletter, 08 February, 2012
We Love Our Customers
Happy Valentine's Day from all the staff at Mud Bay Wines
Exciting
New Wines this week:
Church & State Cabernet Sauvignon $25.90
Brand new release. Come by and taste it on Saturday and Sunday. Church & State never disappoints!
Mission Hill 2006 Oculus 1.5 litres $160.00 51% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot
Captivating aromas of black cherry fruit, dark chocolate and shaved
vanilla bean lead the way for densely packed flavours of blackberries,
plum and bittersweet ganache. Deep, complex, intense and concentrated.
The long, full, persistent finish has ripe and well-integrated tannins
providing a rich, inviting mouthfeel and the structure to hold up well
over the next decade or more.
Inniskillin 2011 Reserve Chardonnay $13.99
Vivid gold in colour, this Chardonnay welcomes the nose with apple and
roasted almond aromas accented with hints of citrus fruit. A rich,
creamy finish with generous tropical fruit notes lingers on the palate.
Jackson-Triggs 2009 Gold Label Chardonnay $17.99
Winemaker Derek Kontkanen gets to “sign” the embossed label and offer a
few observations: “aromatic and full-bodied…with subtle vanilla and
creamy butter undertones.” This is a simply stunning Chardonnay, from
the Okanagan or anywhere—soft and rich with terrific balance and a long,
round finish. Don’t let it sit around waiting for food, get it in a
glass right away—although it does love lobster, salmon and similar
seafoods, and also pairs perfectly with pork tenderloin and Béarnaise.
Bold, rich pasta, even creamy desserts; there isn’t much it won’t match.
Yes, 700 cases seems like a fair lot but word is out and it’ll all be
gone before the spring flowers show up, so get your share. An exquisite
wine that may well rekindle anyone’s flagging interest in B.C.
Chardonnay. -jurgen gothe, Georgia Straight
92/100 Moon Curser 2009 Boarder Vines $24.90 - 2 cases only
This is the new name for what the winery used to call Six Vines –
because it includes all six Bordeaux varietals. The blend is Cabernet
Sauvignon (29%), Malbec (23%), Carmenère (23%), Cabernet Franc (4%) and
Petit Verdot (1%). Production was 1,325 cases. It is a bold red,
beginning with aromas of blueberries and cassis and with generous fruity
flavours. The finish has a hint of spice and pepper, probably the
contribution of the Carmenère. -John Schreiner review
Domaine de Chaberton 2010 Bacchus $15.90
Our signature wine from our Fraser Valley vineyard. This German
varietal, related to Riesling, boasts lively flavours of peach, pears
and ripe apples Delightful and clean, lingering finish. Some of the
Bacchus vines are from the original planting back in 1983 and now are
nearly 30 years old.
Domaine de Chaberton 2010 Dry Bacchus $15.90
Back again after a years of absence from our wine shelves, the acclaimed
Bacchus Dry. Sister wine to the Bacchus, made from grapes grown in our
Langley Estate Vineyard and classified as a "100 Mile Vancouver Diet"
wine. This white wine is crisp and dry with a distinctive fruity bouquet
and a light spice finish.
Going, Going, Gone......
The following wines are nearing the end of the released vintage:
Bonitas 2007 Pinot Noir $29.99 - 2008 arriving this week
Church & State 2009 Pinot Gris $19.91
Church & State 2009 Chardonnay $25.91
Gehringer Brothers 2010 Desert Sun $12.99
Gray Monk 2010 Siegerrebe $17.99
La Stella 2010 La Stellina Rosé $24.90
Mission Hill 2010 Rosé $14.99
Red Rooster 2010 Pinot Gris $17.99
Red Rooster 2008 Reserve Chardonnay $24.99
Red Rooster 2009 Meritage $22.99
Red Rooster 2006 Reserve Merlot $29.99
Red Rooster 2008 Syrah $29.99
Road 13 2010 Honest John's Red $19.99
Road 13 2010 Honest John's White $16.99
Road 13 2010 Honest John's Rosé $15.99
Road 13 2009 Rock Pile $24.99
Road 13 2010 Stemwinder $21.99 - on sale $19.99
Sumac Ridge Sparkling Rosé $18.99
Tantalus 2010 Rosé $21.90
Tinhorn Creek 2008 Oldfield Merlot $27.99
Wild Goose 2010 Autumn Gold $17.99
Just arrived - The Hottest New Wine Accessory
For
anyone who wants the convenience of having the open bottle within arm's
length but without the messy in-elegence of an ice bucket, all while
keeping your wine pretty chill, I recommend the Corkcicle.
-epicurious.com
♥On Sale until Valentines Day♥
Reg price $24.99 - sale price $19.99
LOTS OF NEW ACCESSORIES
New on sale 29Jan - 25Feb, 2012
Chaberton Canoe Cove Cabernet Merlot was$22.25 now $19.99
Nk'Mip Merlot was $19.99 now $18.49
Nk'Mip Chardonnay was $16.99 now $15.49
Nk'Mip Pinot Blanc was $15.99 now $14.49
Nk'Mip Chardonnay Qwam Qwmt was $25.00 now $23.00
Road 13 Stemwinder was $23.90 now $21.90
Spierhead Merlot was $29.90 now $27.90
Spierhaed Cabernet Sauvignon was 32.90 now $27.90 - save $5.00
Spierhead Cabernet Franc was $29.90 now $27.90
Spierhead Vanguard was $34.90 now $29.90 - save $5.00
Spierhead Chardonnay was $23.90 now $21.90
Summerhill Cabernet Franc was $28.95 now $26.95
Therapy Super Ego was $38.99 now $31.99 - save $7.00
Therapy Super Ego 1.5 litres was $120.00 now $77.99 - save $42.01
Wines Still on Sale
Aces Pocket Kings Red was $64.90 now $34.90 - $30.00 off
Arrowleaf Solstice Pinot Gris was $20.00 now $17.99
Arrowleaf Solstice Pinot Noir was $28.00 now $25.00
Black Hills Alibi was $29.90 now $24.90
Black Hills Viognier was $29.90 now $24.90
Clos du Soleil Capella White was $26.90 now $24.90
Gehringer Brothers Dry Riesling was $14.99 now $13.99
Gray Monk Pinot Blanc was $16.99 now $14.99
Isabella Little Beaver Optima 375ml was $17.96 now $12.99
Le Vieux Pin Petit Rouge was $24.00 now $20.90
Meyer Chardonnay Steve Yzerman Tribute was $35.01 now $30.00
Meyer Chardonnay Kenny McLean Tribute was $35.01 now $30.00
Morning Bay Merlot was $20.01 now $18.99
Nk'Mip Qwam Qwmt Merlot was $26.99 now $24.99
Robin Ridge Merlot was $23.92 now $19.90
Robin Ridge Chardonnay was $18.95 now $16.90
Join us for a complimentary wine tasting!
Thursday 09Feb - Friday 10Feb - Aces Winery
2010 Seven Deuce White $18.90
A
new, winning white. Pinot Gris lightly kissed with Gewurztraminer.
Consummates a chicken, fish, or shellfish dish — but is lip-smackingly
good all on its own. Don't be surprised when this off-dry original
becomes your summer standby sipper. 2010 Straight Flush Blush $15.90
Think pink, and expect a controlled riot of ripe, succulent fruit on the
tongue. Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris infused with well-aimed splashes of
Syrah, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Served well-chilled, this
blushing beauty complements seafood, poultry, and spicy offerings.
2009 Seven Deuce Red $18.90
No bluff: this one's even better than our 2008 (which sold out
lickety-split). A big red blend of Merlot, Shiraz, and 'Cab' from
Osoyoos small lots. Oak barreled for an impressive 16 months. Cellarable
for 6-8 years. A stunning complement to the grill, it's the one to pour
at your next "high steaks" game. Scoop this one up — while you still
can.
2007 Pocket Kings Red $34.90
John Schreiner: "A polished wine built around 66% Merlot, 19% Cabernet
Sauvignon and 15% Cabernet Franc. On the palate, there is a delicious
core of sweet fruit - black cherry with a hint of mocha. The tannins are
long and ripe. The wine has the structure to cellar well even though it
tastes so good right now." -John Schreiner review
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Saturday 11Feb - Sunday 12Feb - Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon
Jackson-Triggs 2009 Gold Label Chardonnay $17.99
Winemaker Derek Kontkanen gets to “sign” the embossed label and offer a
few observations: “aromatic and full-bodied…with subtle vanilla and
creamy butter undertones.” This is a simply stunning Chardonnay, from
the Okanagan or anywhere—soft and rich with terrific balance and a long,
round finish. Don’t let it sit around waiting for food, get it in a
glass right away—although it does love lobster, salmon and similar
seafoods, and also pairs perfectly with pork tenderloin and Béarnaise.
Bold, rich pasta, even creamy desserts; there isn’t much it won’t match.
Yes, 700 cases seems like a fair lot but word is out and it’ll all be
gone before the spring flowers show up, so get your share. An exquisite
wine that may well rekindle anyone’s flagging interest in B.C.
Chardonnay. -jurgen gothe, Georgia Straight
Poplar Grove 2009 Chardonnay $22.00
Only a small amount of Poplar Grove Chardonnay is made each year, making
it both limited & delicious. This elegant Chardonnay has aromas of
Granny Smith apples & honey. Melon & peach flavours arrive on
the first blush in the mouth. Mineral & citrus notes come through
on the finish. 20% of the grapes were aged in French oak barrels, which
adds a nuance of richness and hints of toasted vanilla. Enjoy with
richer seafood dishes.
Church & State Cabernet Sauvignon $25.90
Brand new release. Come by and taste it on Saturday and Sunday. Church & State never disappoints!
Nk'Mip 2008 Qwam Qwmt Cabernet Sauvignon $30.00
Rich with dried black fruit and cassis wrapped in toasty spicy cedar,
this fully structured Cabernet Sauvignon leads the palate to contemplate
complex flavours of berry, vanilla, coffee, capsicum and cherry.
In the case of a price discrepancy, the price at the till will be deemed correct
Upcoming Events:
Sunday, 12Feb: 1pm - 4pm- Join us for an in-store tasting of Marsilio Olive Oils and Vinegars - Direct from Tuscany
