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Abbazia Di Novacella Lagrein
This is the northernmost wine-growing zone in Italy, and it's very beautiful, to boot. The red Lagrein made here has an elegant perfume, subtle even, with fruit, vanilla and violet notes. On the palate it is a touch austere and quite full bodied, just the thing to match the rustic, rich foods of the mountainous region like lamb with rosemary and hard cheeses.

750ml $24.99* (P)

Charbay Meyer Lemon Vodka
It's made with real Meyer lemons. 13th generation Winemaker & Distiller, Marko Karakasevic selects tree-ripened Meyer lemons from Central California each winter and crushes them whole, to extract their flavor and color. The extraction is then added to Charbay's Clear Vodka (96-100 points Wine Enthusiast).

750ml $25.99*

Ardmore Highland
The influence of two styles of maturation casks compliment each other producing a full bodied smooth aroma. The maturity that shows through comes from the American barrels and the spicy creamy nose from the old style smaller casks. The full rich flavors burst and fill the mouth with a creamy peat tang and a touch of vanilla’s soft gentleness.

750ml $43.99* (P)

Terry Hoage Vineyards, "The Hedge", Syrah, 2006
From its luscious deep purple color, complex aromatics of ripe blackberries, dark cherry, chocolate and black fig to its unctuous mid-palate richness and polished lingering finish, this is an impressive and satisfying Syrah. Flavors of blackberries, Cassis, melted licorice, sweet tobacco, black pepper and crushed purple violets all make a showing.

750ml $46.99* (P)

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Larkin Cabernet Franc
Sean Larkin knows a thing or two about making Cab Franc a star in its own right, where he casts Merlot and a little Cabernet Sauvignon as second bananas. Plush, harmonious, opulent and ready to rumble!

750ml $69.99* (P)

Jewel of Russia Ultra Vodka
This vodka ascends well above existing vodka brands to the levels of a true work of art - beyond the Super Premium class. The distilled spirits in The Jewel of Russia Ultra vodka undergo additional rectification treatment to practically eliminate the traces of congeners present in all lower-quality vodkas. Russian scenes hand-painted directly on the bottles are introduced regularly - at least twice a year.

750ml $69.99*

Pappy Van Winkle 20yr Family Reserve
is aged an unheard of 20 years, and bottled at 45.2 apy (90.4 proof). This whiskey is wonderfully smooth and rich. No other bourbon today can stand 20 years of aging, but this bourbon does it with style. Rated 99 --Beverage Tasting Institute

750ml $84.99* (P)

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Balvenie 17yr Scotch (Sherry Cask Edition)
This limited edition SherryOak has been matured solely in European oak butts - brought from the bodegas of Spain and previously used to mature rich Oloroso sherries. The result pays homage to the casks' southern Spanish origins - a rich and intense single malt, characterised by mixed spice and sweet sherry fruitiness.

750ml $99.99*

Chateau Cos D’Estournel 1999 St. Este
A very deep color, intense round the edge. A bouquet still closed up, with aromas of black fruits, bilberry. It is elegant in the mouth with tender, silky, rich tannins. A great deal of delicacy and elegance. The fruit is nicely persistent. Maturity: 2008 to 2025.

750ml originally priced at $101.99, now $79.99* (P)

Malt Trust 26yr Bunnahabhain Scotch
At 26 years old this expression of Bunnahabhain still shows a lightness color. Reminiscent of golden straw with bright highlights. On the nose, it is rich and ripe with a slight tarriness hidden behind stronger floral notes. In the mouth, it is rich and creamy. The finish is long, full-bodied and slightly smoky.

750ml $99.99* (P)

Kelt XO Cognac Tour du Monde
Takes a leisurely 3-month cruise around the world after blending and before bottling; increasing the age profile approximately 10 years.. Extraordinarily luxurious. Lush texture and medium body. Expansive bouquet of rich fruit and floral aromas. Palate--lavish fruit, vanilla, spice, and oak. Lingering, warm finish.

750ml $140.99