Château Tour de Goupin Red 2005

If you’re looking for a classic red wine that offers a robust flavor with a rich color, then you’ll appreciate what this red wine offers. From the Bordeaux region of France, this red is 60% Merlot with the remainder being a combination of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc which are all organically grown. This is a classic red Bordeaux from Château Tour de Goupin that consists of an intense color with delicate fruit while having a velvet-like texture and a finish that is smooth. This 2005 wine has a nose that is delicate with the scent of red berries and licorice with a full palate of plum and red fruit that is highly apparent thanks to the lack of fertilizers. You’ll enjoy pairing this wine with grilled or barbequed beef and pork as well as with lighter poultry dishes and sandwiches or even with fine dry cheeses. When you’re looking for a red wine that you can enjoy daily, then you’ll enjoy every sip of this Château Tour de Goupin Red 2005 from now through 2010.

Château Sainte Marie Red Bordeaux 2005

A Red Bordeaux, this wine is made from grapes grown on one of the area’s highest hills, that has been producing notable wines since the late 1800’s. From the Château Sainte Marie winery, this red wine has a deep crimson color with a red plum, berry and spice nose that is balanced by the hints of dark cherry, plum and pepper. This 2005 Bordeaux with a good body is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes has depth and complexity with a finish that is long and lingering. You’ll enjoy pairing this 2005 Château Sainte Marie Red Bordeaux with beef, chicken risotto, lamb, game or strong cheeses, and can be enjoyed from now until 2011.

Champagne Leclerc Briant Les Crayeres Brut NV

When you’re looking for the a rare Brut Champagne that comes from only the finest quality biodynamically-grown grapes from a single vineyard, then you will enjoy this bottle from France. This Les Crayeres Brut is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier that has a nose of vanilla, raspberry and lime complementing the flavors of quince and chalk. From the Leclerc Briant winery this is a wonderful yet delicate Champagne, that is best served as an aperitif. The Champagne Leclerc Briant Les Crayeres Brut NV is a wine that should be enjoyed on those special ocassions.

Domaine de la Renière Saumur Vieilles Vignes 2006

From the spiritual home of Cabernet Franc in the Loire Valley, this ruby-purple colored wine comes from 30 year old vines and has a nose of strawberry, green pepper and earth aromas. A wine that is meant to be served with hearty meals like roast beef, lamb chops, and pepper steak, this 2006 wine also complements lighter fare such as glazed pork or duck, grilled salmon as well as roasted vegetables. The Domaine de la Renière Saumur Vieilles Vignes has a palate of green pepper spice that is complemented by flavors of cherry, raspberry and mineral with a pleasant finish on medium tannins. The Domaine de la Renière Saumur Vieilles Vignes 2006 is a great choice for first time Cabernet Franc, and should be enjoyed now through 2010.

Domaine D’Uby Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne Colombard 2005

An affordable Gold Medal winner at the 2006 Paris concours from Southwest France is this Colombard Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne. You’ll enjoy this 2005 Colombard wine with its light-body that has a fresh, fruity sensation, from varietals that are used to make Cognac and Armagnac. A fresh, aromatic wine blend of 75% Colombard and 25% Ugni Blanc grapes, it pairs well with raw fish, white fish, salad, goat cheese, or as an aperatif. Buy several bottles of this Domaine D’Uby Vin de Pays des Côtes de Gascogne Colombard 2005 to enjoy it over the next two years.

Martin Zahn Pinot Blanc 2005

This Pinot Blanc from Cave Ribeauvillé in Alsace, France is a light and fruity wine that is refreshing with a medium body. With aromas of pineapple and flavors of peaches, this pale gold white wine has structure with a dry fruity finish. This Martin Zahn 2005 Pinot Blanc is suitable as an aperitif or can be ideally paired with Asian cuisine, salads, poultry, and spicy foods. An outstanding wine at a reasonable price for any occasion, you can enjoy the Martin Zahn Pinot Blanc 2005 over the next several years.

A Toast to Dom Perignon

Celebrations are part of the true enjoyment of life, and there is one universal wine to mark those special events, Champagne. This bubbly wine takes its name from the Champagne region in France and has been the choice for toastings and celebrations for ages. There is no other champagne that evokes a proper festivity more than Dom Perignon. This ubiquitous drink is for those special occasions, but it’s actually affordable enough that you may start to make up excuses to open a bottle. Now is the time to make A Toast to Dom Perignon or to your significant other on St Valentine’s Day with this bottle of bubbly. Make your next special occasion very memorable with a bottle of the best known Champagne in the world.

The 1998 Millésimé Champagne is an excellent vintage from Moutardier, that is full bodied and delicious. With a higher proportion of mature wine, the Champagne Moutardier Millésimé 1998 is more concentrated than the Carte d’Or. A wine of rich golden color, this mature Champagne can be enjoyed with lobster, meat and poultry dishes or standard Champagne fare. With the displays of fruit and a touch of minerality, Millésimé 1998 has a long, smooth aromatic finish that hints of nuts. This Champagne is 80% Pinot Meunier and 20% Chardonnay.