The 2016 Château Talbot is a highly-rated (93-96 points), medium to full-bodied Saint-Julien Fourth Growth, offering a rich, polished profile. It features intense aromas of black fruit, cassis, and tobacco, with refined, silky tannins and high acidity. This 2016 vintage is praised for its power and aging potential. 

The Château Talbot 2020 is a powerful yet elegant Saint-Julien Bordeaux, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, offering deep color and complex aromas of blackberry, cassis, tobacco, and licorice, with firm tannins, fresh acidity, and notes of graphite and spice, promising excellent aging potential with a balanced, savory, and persistent finish, considered a great success for the château. 

Without a doubt, Chateau Troplong Mondot has one of the most enviable and unique terroirs on the St. Emilion appellation on Bordeaux's Right Bank. Specifically located on the highest point of Saint-Emilion's famous limestone plateau, the 43ha estate has ideal soils and exposure. The resulting wines combine strength and elegance, complexity and precision. This 2014 Bordeaux red blend consisting of 90% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc The wine has a rich fruit basket of blackcurrants, blackberries and raspberries accompanied by graphite, espresso and earth. The palate is fresh and precise that is rich, classy and elegant. Drinking well now, but certainly has 20 years of life left in it!

Without a doubt, Chateau Troplong Mondot has one of the most enviable and unique terroirs on the St. Emilion appellation on Bordeaux's Right Bank. Specifically located on the highest point of Saint-Emilion's famous limestone plateau, the 43ha estate has ideal soils and exposure. The resulting wines combine strength and elegance, complexity and precision. The 2019 Troplong Mondot is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon with attractive aromas of blackberry liqueur, blueberries, licorice, chocolate, and spice. With mouth-filling, juicy, and concentrated textures and flavours, this 2019 received a perfect score of 100 from Wine Enthusiast. Best from 2027-2040.

A testament to its prestigious terroir, Chateau Troplong Mondot 2020 offers rich aromas of ripe berries, dark cherries, and delicate floral hints —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Rich and dramatic, the 2019 Valandraud bursts with aromas of berry fruit, plums and licorice, framed by a lavish but far from exaggerated application of creamy new oak. Full-bodied, fleshy and sensual, it's broad and enveloping, its lavish core of fruit framed by ripe, polished tannins and succulent balancing acids.

Lush, round, medium bodied and packed with fresh, ripe red fruits, licorice, earth and mocha, the wine is forward, elegant and supple textured in the fruit filled finish. ---The Wine Cellar Insider:

The Chave family has been tending vines on the world famous hill of Hermitage for half a millennia. The estate was handed down to Gérard Chave in 1970, who quickly established a reputation for producing incredible wines. His son, Jean Louis, a graduate from the University of California Davis, is the most recent generation to manage the estate. Jean-Louis Chave Selections is the wineries line of négociant wines. The grapes are sourced from select growers located in the Rhône. The "Mon Coeur" Côtes-du-Rhône is made from a blend of grapes harvested from plots in Vinsobres, Visan, Buisson, and Estargues. It represents an affordable entry-point into of the France's finest producers.

A multi-vineyard blend, this uses both barrel and concrete egg ferments. It's textured and complex, with lightly buttery apple fruit, a whiff of toast and salty minerality. It was aged for 16 months, and roughly half of the barrels used were new. ~Paul Gregutt

CheckMate Queen Taken Chardonnay is a refined and expressive Canadian Chardonnay from the Okanagan Valley. Sourced from old vines at the Dekleva Vineyard, it offers complex aromas of guava, Asian pear, rosewater, and ripe stone fruit. The palate is rich and textural, with layers of pear, peach, green tea, ginger, and subtle dried herbs. Creamy in texture yet balanced by vibrant freshness and distinctive minerality, it finishes long, savoury, and elegant. A sophisticated, age-worthy Chardonnay that pairs beautifully with lobster, scallops, roast chicken, grilled halibut, mushroom risotto, and aged cheeses.

"Aromas of toasted nut, scorched earth and underbrush come to the forefront. On the medium-bodied palate, taut, close-grained tannins support dried cherry, prune and licorice. Kerin O’Keefe" - 88/100, Wine Enthusiast

The Vecchia Modena Premium Lambrusco di Sorbara represents the history both of the Chiarli wine Company and of Lambrusco wine itself. The bottle and label are reproductions of an 1892 bottlethe oldest existing bottle containing Lambruscothat is still treasured in the Chiarli archives today. Chiarli Vecchia Modena won the first international recognition by a Lambrusco wine at the World Expo in Paris in 1900. Reintroduced in 2002 at a brand-new Cleto Chiarli winery, the wine is made through a single fermentation under pressure, rather than the normal two-fermentation process of almost all other sparkling wines. This is in the brut range, with minimal detectable sweetness.

This beer is characterized by its deep brown color and creamy foam head, with aromas of caramel, toffee, and dried fruit. It has a full-bodied flavor with a sweet, malty taste that gives way to a slightly bitter finish. It is often paired with cheese, particularly the Chimay brand of cheese, which is also produced by the monks of Scourmont Abbey.

The Chimay Blue Cap, baptized "Grande Reserve" in 750 ml bottles is a dark Trappist beer with a powerful aroma, the complex flavor of which improves across the years. It was first brewed as a Christmas beer by the monks of Scourmont Abbey in 1956.This authentic Belgian beer, whose tinge of fresh yeast is associated with a light rosy flowery touch, is particularly pleasant. Its aroma, perceived as one enjoys it, only accents the delightful sensations revealed by the odor, all revealing a light but agreeable caramelized note.It is ideally served at cellar temperature (10 to 12°C).

The Chimay Grande Réserve Brandy Edition is a limited-edition, 10.5% ABV Belgian dark strong ale that is fermented and aged in spent brandy casks. This unique process transforms the iconic Chimay Blue into a complex, velvety sipper featuring prominent notes of dark dried fruit, caramel, and toasted hazelnut.

This beer is a golden blonde color with a creamy foam head. It has aromas of spice and fruit, with a flavor that is both sweet and bitter. The taste includes notes of fruit, malt, and hops, and finishes with a dry and slightly bitter aftertaste. It is a lighter beer than the Chimay Blue Cap, and is often paired with lighter dishes such as fish and salads.

This beer has a deep brown color with a creamy foam head. It has aromas of caramel, malt, and dark fruit, with a flavor that is both sweet and bitter. The taste includes notes of raisins, plums, and caramel, and finishes with a slightly bitter aftertaste. It is often paired with hearty dishes such as stews and roasts.

This beer has a hazy golden color with a creamy foam head. It has aromas of citrus, spice, and fruit, with a flavor that is both sweet and bitter. The taste includes notes of orange peel, coriander, and malt, and finishes with a dry and slightly bitter aftertaste. It is a lighter beer than the Chimay Blue Cap, and is often paired with lighter dishes such as fish and salads.

"Pronounced plum, blackberry, coffee, spice, soft tannins, lingering finish Floral, nice acidity, unique." - Gold, Sunset International Spirits Competition

Chivas Regal 12 Year Old is a great introduction for those looking to experiment with Scotch whisky. It is aromatic with wild herbs, heather, honey and orchard fruit notes. The round and creamy palate tastes of honey and ripe apples, with vanilla, hazelnut and toffee flavours, followed by a rich and lingering finish.

A classic premium Scotch from a company who have been making great blended whisky for more than 100 years. Chivas Regal 18 Year Old is a smooth, rounded blend with a rich nutty aroma of toffee and candied citrus fruit.

"This whisky is slowly making its way around the world, but it was worth the wait, as master blender Colin Scott’s use of mizunara oak makes for an impressively different nose from Chivas Regal 12 year old. Pecans, sandalwood, coriander seed, honeycomb, peanuts, and rich oak aromas herald a warming dram with fabulously developed orange zest and vanilla toffee flavors, before a more assertive finish of dark toffee and tenacious spices."

Discover cultural elegance with Royal Salute Year of the Snake 21-Year-Old Lunar New Year 2025 Edition. Featuring symbolic designs like fireworks and plum blossoms, this whisky embodies happiness and prosperity, making it the perfect festive gesture for family gatherings. Box art by Jason Lyon.  

Royal Salute, the prestigious blended whiskey brand under the stewardship of Pernod Ricard and operated by Chivas Brothers Holdings, was originally introduced in 1953 to commemorate the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. Recently, on May 17, 2023, a collection of new Royal Salute whiskey labels emerged online, unveiling an exquisite addition to the lineup: the Royal Salute 21 Year Old The Miami Polo Edition.

Chivas Royal Salute 21 Year Old is a prestigious, high-end blended Scotch whisky launched in 1953 to honor Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation. Aged for a minimum of 21 years, it features a rich, complex, and fruity flavor profile, often described as having notes of pears, citrus, hazelnuts, and subtle smoke. It is bottled in iconic, artisan-crafted porcelain flagons.

Chiyomusubi Junmai Daiginjo Goriki 40 is a premium, full-bodied Japanese sake from Tottori Prefecture, crafted with rare Goriki rice polished to 40%. It offers a fragrant, fruity, and slightly sweet aroma (melon, apple, banana) balanced by vibrant acidity. Known for its rich, complex flavor, it is best served chilled with sushi or sashimi.

Chiyomusubi Pure Malt Whisky Mizunara (700mL) is a refined Japanese blended malt (containing both Chiyomusubi and imported malt whisky) matured in rare Japanese Mizunara oak. It features a smooth, well-balanced profile with distinct aromas of sandalwood, coconut, and vanilla, followed by flavors of honey, spices, and a gentle wood finish.

On the nose, it offers aromas of black currant, blackberry, and vanilla, along with notes of tobacco and leather. On the palate, it is full-bodied with well-structured tannins and flavors of black cherry, plum, and chocolate. The wine has a long and smooth finish, making it a great pairing for hearty meat dishes.

Boekenhoutskloof's The Chocolate Block is a full-bodied, rich red wine with a blend of Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cinsault, plus a touch of Viognier. The wine typically displays dark fruit notes like plum, blackberry, and cassis, along with hints of chocolate, spice, and oak aging. It is often described as having a balanced acidity and tannins, leading to a medium-long finish.

Chocolate Shop is the ultimate chocolate lover's wine, pairing deep ruby red wine with rich velvety chocolate for a decadent experience like no other. "Our favorite chocolate-flavored red wine" - Wine Spectator A classic pairing of rich cocoa and indulgent red wine; two favorite indulgences. Blend, Flavored Wine, Washington A category pioneer, Chocolate Shop has established itself as a sweet, everyday indulgence. Chocolate Shop showcases a classic pairing of rich cocoa and indulgent red wine. This wine gives a nod to vintage confectionary shops and artisan chocolate makers alike.

"The first sniffings unearth a soft, slightly sour and vegetal aroma; more time adds minor scents of ash and unsmoked cigarette. The bittersweet palate entry taste flashes on cocoa bean and sap; at midpalate toasty, sooty flavors of tobacco leaf, wood smoke, wood resin and vanilla are found. Ends up semisweet, succulent and roughly spirity." - Wine Enthusiast 87/100

CHOYA Uji Green Tea Umeshu is a unique Japanese liqueur that masterfully blends traditional umeshu (plum liqueur) with premium green tea leaves sourced from the renowned Uji region of Kyoto. This 5x180ml format offers a convenient way to enjoy the distinctive fusion of flavors.

CHOYA Honkaku Umeshu is an authentic Japanese plum wine (umeshu) known for its pure, traditional flavor, made by steeping whole Nanko-ume plums in shochu and sugar without artificial additives, resulting in a rich, balanced taste of sweet and tart fruit with subtle honey notes, perfect for sipping neat, on the rocks, or mixed. The "Honkaku" (genuine) style emphasizes natural ingredients and a complex, smooth profile from the macerated ume fruit, offering a true taste of Japan.

CHOYA JYUKU RICH UMESHU is a premium, full-bodied Japanese plum liqueur that offers a rich, sweet, and slightly tart flavor with hints of brandy. Made from 100% high-ripeness ume plums, it is aged for an extended period to achieve a smooth, velvety texture and a complex, elegant taste. This "Jyuku" series umeshu is all-natural, with no artificial ingredients, and is best enjoyed chilled, on the rocks, or in cocktails, as a digestif, or as an aperitif. 

CHOYA Kokuto Umeshu is a Japanese plum liqueur made with Nanko-Ume fruit, black sugar, and dark rum. It is described as rich and mellow, with a unique balance of deep, caramel-like sweetness from the black sugar and tart, fruity plum flavors. This distinctive profile allows it to be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in various cocktails, sometimes mixed with milk or topped on ice cream. 

Choya Ujicha Green Tea Flavored Umeshu is a delightful fusion of Japanese tradition and innovation. Infused with the essence of carefully selected green tea and the natural sweetness of ume (Japanese plum), this unique liqueur offers a harmonious balance of earthy green tea notes and the luscious tang of plum, resulting in a refreshingly nuanced and culturally inspired drinking experience.

Choya Umeshu 23 is a premium Japanese plum liqueur made from ume fruit, noted for its golden amber color and rich flavor profile with notes of lime, plum, and dried apricot. It has a balanced sweetness and acidity, with a soft finish, and can be enjoyed straight, chilled, on the rocks, or as a cocktail base. The "23" in its name signifies the 23% alcohol by volume, which contributes to its smooth and complex character. 

A distinctly Japanese citrus liqueur, made from the fruit of the Yuzu tree – a thorny and finicky yet beautiful shrub that infuses this liqueur with floral wonders and a refreshing citrus taste.

Nose: Intense aromas of red berries, particularly strawberries and raspberries, with hints of floral notes. Taste: Lively and vibrant on the palate, with a burst of fresh red fruit flavors. Delicate notes of cherries and cranberries. Palate: Crisp acidity balanced with a subtle creaminess. A long and refreshing finish, leaving a lingering taste of red fruits.