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CELLARCRAFT Showcase Collection

FROM WASHINGTON STATE

Chardonnay: ……………………………………………………………………Oak 6 / Body 5 / Sweetness 0
Yakima Valley

We have been using Yakima Chardonnay for several years to add top note flavour or complexity to several of our wines. It finally gets a starring role in this new Chardonnay which is designed to reflect today’s style of Chardonnay. It has fruit-centered aromas and flavours of citrus, green apple and pear held together with balanced, juicy acidity. When released,we expect to see a brisk, medium weight Chardonnay typical of the Yakima style. The more refined style will make for a broader range of synergistic food pairing possibilities.

We think that this wine may make you change your mind about Chardonnay, if you have tired of the brawny, over-oaked wines which have become so common-place.

Gewürztraminer: ………………………………………………………………Oak 0 / Body 4 / Sweetness 1
Snipes Valley Vineyard, Yakima Valley, Washington

Multiple medal winner*. Snipes Valley Vineyard has cooler slopes where Gewürztraminer develops with a racy edge and pronounced spiciness and fruit that defines the wine. A powerhouse of lychee, mango, grapefruit, honey and spice. Our exclusive, all natural “Flavour Reserve” finishes the wine off-dry for a lovely, lingering final impression. Enjoy young and racy or age longer for a more refined profile. Lightly chill and enjoy with most Asian foods.

Gewürztraminer – Riesling: ………………………………………………….Oak 0 / Body 5 /Sweetness 2
Snipes Valley & Cherry Hill Vineyards, Yakima Valley, Washington

Multiple medal winner*. Peach and melon undertones from Riesling marry beautifully with the spice, mango, grapefruit and lychee notes from Gewürztraminer. Incredibly elegant with a hint of sweetness from our Riesling-based Flavour Reserve. Enjoy young and fresh or cellar for a more harmonious profile. Extremely food friendly. Enjoy young and not over-chilled.

Viognier: …………………………………………………………………………..Oak 0 / Body 5 / Sweetness 1
Yakima Ridge Vineyard, Yakima Valley Washington

Multiple medal winner*. An amazing, full-bodied, aromatic wine with a creamy mouth-feel. Unbelievable aromas and flavours of apricot,mango, pineapple, guava, kiwi, tangerine, orange blossom and spiced pear absolutely dazzle the senses. Our Flavour Reserve balances the grape’s edge and creates a full, off-dry, lingering finish.

On its own, 1 glass will almost exhaust your palate. Pair it with spicy,Asian foods and discover magic! It is amazing with Thai curry. Drink young and not over-chilled.

Riesling: …………………………………………………………………………….Oak 5 / Body 5 / Sweetness 1
Cherry Hill Vineyard, Yakima Valley, Washington

Washington is renowned for producing the best Rieslings in the US. Cherry Hill Vineyard produces the best Riesling that we have experienced in Washington.  Cherry Hill Riesling displays the classic intense perfume of green apple, pear and lime with a crisp acidity that defines great Riesling. It also has an opulently textured personality built around a pronounced orange blossom bouquet and spicy notes that together evoke thoughts of candied tangerine. A stunning wine that, from the 2005 vintage, reaches heights we have not before seen. With this treasure in our cellars it was clear that we had to revamp our blend to pack even more of the pure juice into each kit so that our customers could experience the maximum impact that this wine delivers.

Serve lightly chilled with a wide variety of foods including fowl, pork and sea foods. Ideal with Chinese and Thai dishes.

Pinot Gris: ………………………………………………………………………..Oak 0 / Body 5 / Sweetness 1
Lazy Lizard Vineyard, Yakima Valley, Washington

Winner of 3 Golds in 2008 *Displays aromatic notes of green apple and lemon against a floral  and honeyed background. Our natural Flavour Reserve creates a rich mouth-feel with tangy fruit acid balancing the hint of sweetness. Floral and mineral notes persist in the lingering finish. The wine’s full character and charm become most apparent after several months of bottle aging. Should show well for up to 18 months. A good choice for foods rich in butter and oil, garlic and lively spices. Consider for shrimp, crab and fish dishes; rich pastas; cannelloni with ricotta, chicken and most Chinese and Thai dishes. Serve lightly chilled.

FROM AUSTRIA

GRÜNER VELTLINER: ……………………………………………………….Oak 0 / Body 4 / Sweetness 1
Weingut Huber, Traisental, Austria

Winner of 3 Golds in 2008 * Grüner Veltliner has been grown in Austria since before the Romans conquered the land. It is Austria’s indigenous grape variety. Today, at least 2000 years after it’s first plantings,Gru-Vee is still Austria’s most widely planted grape. The reason for the adoration of this wine is that, like Chardonnay, it is a full-bodied, fruit- driven wine with a big creamy texture and at a much more reasonable price. Additionally,Gru-Vee is never heavily oaked and, as a member of the Traminer cépage, has an enticing spiciness that makes it perhaps the most versatile food wine in the world. It even pairs well with the likes of artichokes and Asparagus – foods that generally destroy lesser wines. Sommeliers have adopted this “new” wine as the first recommendation to customers who are looking for the alternative to Chardonnay. Chefs embrace it because it enhances such a broad range of their dishes. Consumers are thrilled with the discovery!

Our Gruner Veltliner from the more than 200 year old Huber Estate in the Traisental region will serve as an excellent introduction to this ancient wine.

The wine has a green – yellow hue. Complex aromatics are reminiscent of apple, pear, grapefruit, honeydew, honeysuckle, banana, and peach. The flavours echo the melon, apple, citrus and peach aromas.

The medium-bodied wine shows just a hint of sweetness to balance the natural acidity. The finish lingers pleasantly. Works well with foods. Spicy Asian dishes would be a good pairing to discover the wine’s ability to enhance diverse dishes. Best enjoyed after a couple months of bottle aging and within a year. Don’t over-chill.
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Australian Chardonnay: …………………………………………………..Oak 3 / Body 3 / Sweetness 0

Our Australian Chardonnay is fermented on a combination of heavy toasted Hungarian oak shavings and lightly toasted American oak chips, this supple, elegant wine boasts rich aromas of honey and tropical fruits while apples, melon and toasted oak notes tantalize the palate.

New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc:…………………………………………Oak 0 / Body 4 / Sweetness 0

Waihopai Valley Marlborough is the Sauvignon Blanc capital of the world. Sourced from this prestigious viticultural region, comes this popular full bodied white wine of intricate complexity. It displays tantalizing aromas of tropical fruits and honey against a backdrop of bold citrus notes and a touch of minerality.

Italian Pinot Grigio…………………………………………………………..Oak 0 Body 3 Sweetness 0

Refresh yourself with Italy’s most popular white wine. Deeply aromatic with ripe pear, lychee and honey on the nose, this wine lures you to take a sip. Beautifully balanced flavours of ripe juicy pear and stone fruit tantalize the palate and lead to an enduring finish.

Australian Sauvignon Blanc………………………………………………..Oak 0 Body 3 Sweetness 0

Southern Australia’s cooler climate provides optimal growing conditions for this luscious Sauvignon Blanc.  Tropical and citrus fruits are in the bouquet of this unique, medium to full bodied Australian Sauvignon Blanc with a hint of herbacity on the nose.  This exciting and complex wine bursts with flavours of pineapple, passionfruit and stonefruit with a hint of herbaceousness.  The finish offers a refreshing zing of acidity.

German Riesling Gewürztraminer……………………………………….Oak 1 Body 3 Sweetness 1-2

Two of Germany’s most iconic varietals are combined to produce an exceptional wine. This Riesling Gewurztraminer blend offers apples, spice and a hint of minerals enticing the nose. Slightly off dry with perfectly balanced acidity, flavours of citrus, floral and honey linger gracefully on the palate.

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WINEXPERT Selection Estate

German Mosel Valley Gewürztraminer

The Mosel valley is famous for its beautiful scenery and excellent wines. Gewrztraminer grapes from this region tend to be a dusky pink colour, and result in wines from light to a dark golden yellow with subtle copper tones. Gewrztraminer is quite full-bodied, more so than most any other white wine type and the combination of its strong and heady perfume, exotic lychee flavour and rich texture make it a powerful wine with an intense and memorable finish.

Sweetness: Off-Dry | Body: Medium | Oak Intensity: None

New Zealand Marborough. Sauvignon Blanc

Marlborough has the sunniest, driest climate in New Zealand, and the Wairau Valley’s rich soils combine with the cool nights to deliver astonishingly pungent wines, with gooseberry, herbs, pink grapefruit, fresh-cut grass, asparagus, lime-leaf, tropical fruit, passion fruit, and a host of other beguiling aromas. Few wines ever achieve the amazing aromatic complexity and zesty fruit of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. The expression of this amazing explosion of fruit is aided by our special proprietary yeast: by careful management of the yeast strain, Selection Estate New Zealand Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc casts long, rich flavours, redolent with grass and currant leaves, and a crisp dry finish.

Sweetness: Dry | Body: Medium | Oak Intensity: None

Small Lots 3 Continents White Meritage Limited Release

A crisp, bright style that’s perfectly balanced for food or casual sipping. Pale yellow, with fresh mineral and citrus flavours, notes of pear, white peach, green apple and fine acidity.  This wine can be left unoaked, for the cutting edge of the New World style of racy drinkability, or gently oaked to add notes of vanilla, enhanced structure and sophisticated finish.

The 3 Continents White Meritage will only be available in small quantities for a limited time, so don’t miss this rare opportunity to stock your cellar with this fabulous wine.

Sweetness: Dry | Body: Medium-Full | Oak Intensity: Light

Sonoma Dry Creek Valley Chardonnay

A fresh, well-balanced wine with typical Chardonnay characteristics of tropical and citrus aromas and
flavours. The fruit quality of these grapes is allowed to shine through, and the rich, round mouthful lingers to a long, crisp finish without the influence of oak.

Sweetness: Dry | Body: Medium-Full | Oak Intensity: None

Washington Columbia Valley Riesling

The Columbia Valley produces many prestigious wines from their world class Riesling grapes. Delicate yet complex, Rieslings grown here offer pronounced ripeness while retaining acidity, showing fantastic floral aromas and flavours of peach and apricot, while still maintaining a crisp freshness. This vivid fruitiness is enhanced by Winexper’s unique new ssse-reserve finishing pack, making this Riesling a unique and proud addition to our Estate Series line.

Sweetness: Off-Dry | Body: Medium | Oak Intensity: None

Washington Yakima Valley Pinot Gris

Winexpert’s Estate Series Washington Pinot Gris offers fresh aromas and flavours of ripe honeydew melon and crisp green apple and an attractive floral note. The wine has an elegant, creamy finish restrained by a refreshing crispness that makes it very food-friendly.

Sweetness: Dry | Body: Medium | Oak Intensity: None

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