On the nose, vanilla and a burst of sweet ripe cassis. This is Changyu's proposition of a big wine from the Helan Mountain region of Ningxia. Opulent, luscious and of enormous character and body – this wine lifts you with its power. It conjures up a myriad of food pairing ideas, from a juicy steak, confit of duck or a rich ripe cheese. The wine is a statement for the region with its beauty, power of fruit, tannins, taste, style and a long finish. Yet, it also encompasses elements of elegance and finesse.

Taber Corn is second to none. Each summer, when word of Taber, Alberta’s first corn harvest breaks, connoisseurs converge on roadside stands to get it. It’s an easy progression why we would use Alberta’s famous Taber Corn from the Molnar Farm in our corn mash allowing you to not only eat your Taber Corn, but drink it too. 

Started more than a century ago two Piemontese, a lawyer (Mosca) and and Engineer (Sella) fell in love with the land and started working the soil and planting vines. Cannonau, aka Garnacha is the most grown red grape in Sardinia. Intense and warm it expresses floral notes of violets and roses, red cherry, red currant and elegant spice notes. The palate is well balanced, fresh with silky tannins and a long finish.

Since 1902, Ferrari Trento DOC has been the first house of classic method bubble. This historic label is made with 100% chardonnay and has a fresh and intense bouquet, with fruity notes of ripe golden apple, white flowers and a delicate fragrance of yeast, with 20 months ageing in the bottle to showcase the brioche and bread flavours.

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).

Renato Ratti Barolo DOCG Marcenasco is a classic expression of the Nebbiolo grape grown in the Barolo subregion of Piedmont, Italy. This wine offers aromas of ripe red fruit, violet, licorice, and tobacco, with a touch of leather and earth. On the palate, it is full-bodied and complex, with fine tannins and a long finish. This wine can be cellared for up to 20 years, but it is also enjoyable now! Pairs well with: a hearty meat dish or aged cheese.

Veuve Clicquot Extra Brut Extra Old is a champagne that is made from a blend of reserve wines, some of which are up to 20 years old, along with a base of younger wines. The exact blend of grape varieties is not specified by the producer. The wine is aged in the cellar for at least 3 years, which is longer than the minimum requirement for champagne. The wine is then disgorged and a low dosage of sugar is added, resulting in an "extra brut" style that is very dry and crisp. The wine has notes of dried fruit, toasted brioche, and nuts, and is known for its complexity and elegance.

Chalk soils have long been considered one of the key resources enabling the Champagne region to produce such intense and refined wines. Aiming to highlight this relationship, Andre Clouet have released a new wine in their range further dialling up the crisp and salty flavours so prevalent in wines from these chalk rich soils. As a 100% Chardonnay cuvee, this initial release of "Chalky" is entirely from the outstanding 2013 vintage, with vineyard sources one third from the southern slopes of the Montagne de Reims, and two thirds on the Cote de Blancs. After pressing, fermentation takes place in small stainless steel tanks before being aged for seven years in the bottle, disgorged early in 2021 with 6g/L dosage. Expect a lively, salty, mineral inflected wine that is a perfect aperitif or wine to drink alongside fresh oysters.

Produced using Ugni Blanc grapes this brandy has a multi-layered bouquet of dried yellow plums, rose petals, caramel, and dark chocolate with complex aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. The palate is elegant up front with a spice that intermingles throughout. Perfect for sipping after dinner with dessert.

Founded in 1825, Bourgognes Faiveley has been handed down from father to son for over 175 years. As the sixth generation to take the reins, François Faiveley manages, with equal amounts of passion and competence, the largest family domain in Burgundy. Methodically reconstructing vineyards fractured by French inheritance laws, Bourgognes Faiveley today owns more appellations in their entirety (monopoles) than any other domain in Burgundy. Ripe green fruit. Yellow apples, white peach, stone fruit, yellow plum and apricot. Ripe citrus of lemon pith and a hint of lime on the palate. A hint of tropical notes. Light minerality of chalk and pristine saline notes. Balanced butter and integrated toast from the barrel. Great concentration, acidity and intensity. Long finish. Beautiful 1. er Cru Meursault Les Charmes, balanced, elegant and light balsamic. Worth every penny!

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

A blended whisky from Suntory's three distilleries: Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita. Toki has a different composition to another Suntory blend, Hibiki, as its main components are Hakashu single malt and Chita grain whisky. It should work really well in a highball.

Stag's Leap Wine Cellars Artemis Cabernet  is a prestigious, full-bodied Napa Valley red known for its refined structure and notes of dark fruit, cedar, and oak. It offers a silky texture with flavors of blackberry, plum, and spice, typically aged in French oak for 14–15 months. This versatile, age-worthy wine is ideal with grilled meats. 

The Pinot Noir boasts rich, ripe flavors with a sophisticated aftertaste, making it a surprising standout among red wines produced in Germany. Its warm, berry notes make it perfect for relaxing with a good book by the fireplace, where its light smoky taste complements the scents of a crackling fire. This wine pairs well with wild game, venison, and cedar-plank salmon.

This whisky is an ex-Bourbon cask finish and is bottled at 46% abv, and is the first time Penderyn have released a core range single malt using mainly spirit from the pot stills, which we introduced in 2014. Tasting Notes Nose: Elegant and floral with light oak notes, vanilla, raisins, toffee apples, citrus peel and a hint of lime. Palate: A delicate smooth single malt with honeyed fruits, vanilla, cinnamon spice and a hint of nutmeg. Finish: Soft honey and vanilla notes fade to a malty finish.

Clos de los Siete is a red wine produced in the Mendoza region of Argentina. The wine is a blend of several grape varieties, including Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc. The name "Clos de los Siete" refers to a group of seven vineyards that were established in the late 1990s by Michel Rolland, a renowned Bordeaux-based winemaker. The vineyards are located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains, at an altitude of around 1,000 meters above sea level. The wine is known for its rich, complex flavor profile, with notes of dark fruit, spices, and chocolate. It has a full-bodied texture and a long, smooth finish. Clos de los Siete is typically aged in oak barrels for 12 to 18 months before being bottled. Clos de los Siete is a popular wine among critics and consumers alike, and it has received numerous awards and high ratings over the years. The wine is often paired with grilled meats, hearty stews, and other robust dishes.

Chateau du Tertre is a 5th growth in the 1855 Classification, located in the Margaux appellation on the left bank of Bordeaux. The chateau itself is 1000 years old, stretching over 52ha. In 1961, the estate was acquired by Phillipe Gasqueton who restored the vineyards and chateau after WWII. After his death in 1995, his widow sold the property to the neighbouring owners of Chateau Giscours, a 3rd Growth. In 1997, the estate was restructured and redesigned by the current Dutch owners of Albada-Jelgersma. The 2014 is a red blend with 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 10% Petit Verdot. The Petit Verdot provides a tannic, structured lift to frame the raspberry, baked cherries, potpourri and forest floor aromas. Excellent ageing potential here, drink from 2024-2040.

North America's first single malt whisky distillery. A single malt from this side of the sea, aged 10 years in oak barrels. The crystal clear water from Maclellan's Brook flows from the Mabou highlands located above Glenora distillery, giving Glen Breton its classic and pure taste. Produced by the traditional copper pot stills methods using only three ingredients: barley, yeast and water. Tasting Notes: on the nose it is medium-bodied and pleasantly fiery, offering a tight combination of butterscotch, heather, honey and ground, with wood-infused undertones. finishes long and smooth.

Tesseron tasting notes: "Very alluring and expressive, presenting a sensation of fruit compote layered with hints of honey and leather, all lifted by floral tones - very elegant. On the palate one enjoys a generous initial hit, presenting a wonderful, spicy vitality complementing a harmonious, rounded style".Lot 76 Cognac Awards  International Wine & Spirit Competition: Silver 2009

94 points - James Suckling"Dark-berry and currant aromas with hints of spice. Medium body, firm and chewy tannins and a fresh and clean finish. Shows focus and seriousness for the appellation, as is usual from this producer. Better after 2022." (2/2019)92-94 points - Robert Parker

Not sold En Primeur, but this is one of the top values from all of Margaux. Produced in a forward, user friendly style, it's perfect for restaurants and youthful pleasure with its fresh, sweet, red fruits and truffle essences. Medium-bodied and finesse in style, the soft, polished plums in the finish give you just right amount of acidity to give lift and keep it fresh. 89-91

Gin Mare is a premium Spanish Mediterranean-style gin (42.7% ABV) known for its unique savoury, herbal profile, featuring botanicals like Arbequina olives, rosemary, basil, and thyme. Distilled in a 13th-century chapel, it offers a complex taste of juniper, citrus, and savory spices, often paired with premium tonic, olive, or rosemary.

Macaloney's Peat Project Islay Ex-Bourbon Cask (EBC) is a Canadian single malt whisky using traditional Islay peat for smoking and aged in bourbon casks, offering a unique "terroir" comparison by blending Scottish peat character (iodine, seaweed, tobacco) with Canadian craftsmanship (vanilla, fruit, honey from the bourbon cask), creating a smoky, maritime, yet sweet and complex dram balancing medicinal notes with classic bourbon sweetness, according to Macaloney’s Distillery and Strath Liquor Merchants.

The nose unveils a delightful bouquet of apple pastry, spiced currants, and orange zest, complemented by exotic hints of pineapple and fennel. On the palate, experience a burst of juicy apricot and vibrant raspberry, intertwined with notes of lemon tart and creamy almonds. The finish is long and rewarding, offering warming malt biscuit, cream sherry, and lingering vanilla notes. This expression promises a truly indulgent journey of flavors, leaving a lasting impression with its complexity and richness.

Crama Ceptura's Astrum Feteasca Neagra is a dry, full-bodied red wine from Romania's Dealu Mare region, featuring flavors of dark fruit (like plum and blackberry), spices, smoke, and vanilla, with a velvety texture and soft tannins. This wine, made from the ancient Romanian Feteasca Neagra grape, is often described as intense, complex, and excellent with rich foods like roasted meats and burgers.

Magnus Monte Syrah is a Romanian red wine from the Dealu Mare region that has an intense ruby garnet color, with complex aromas of dark berries (like plum and blackberry), violet, and peppery spice, leading to a velvety, elegant taste with firm tannins and a long finish. Crafted from handpicked Syrah grapes using traditional methods, it pairs well with rice dishes, game stews, and roasted meats.

Reflecting centuries of winemaking mastery, Domaine De Chevalier 2019 offers silky tannins interwoven with flavors of blackberry, tobacco, and graphite —an exceptional wine that captures the soul of its vineyard with every sip.

Saperavi' is the Georgian word for 'paint' or 'dye,' which is fitting considering it's also the name of one of the few teinturier (red-fleshed) grapes that you'll commonly find. This lush, off-dry red has flavours of pomegranate and strawberry with hints of forest floor balanced by a brisk acidity and velvety tannins. This product is now sold under the name GEORGIAN VALLEYS

In The FoxTale Pink Gin, added the best strawberries from the Alentejo hills to the mastery and essence of the original The FoxTale. The result is a visually appealing gin, complemented by aromas and flavors that combine the eccentric with the classic. Surprise the palate with the dry, dominant character of juniper, which combines with the sweetness of strawberries and the herbs of peppermint. In its aroma you'll find a spectrum of botanicals full of character such as angelica, coriander, lemon, peppermint, juniper and strawberry. Compared to the original The FoxTale, the flavor changes but the spirit remains the same: the celebration of friendship, wherever friends are.

A blend of Georgian native grapes Rkatseteli and Mtsvane, this wine showcases a bright deep yellow color with a pleasing herbal aroma that mingles with notes of white flowers. Banana and tropical fruit flavors are perfectly balanced by a fresh citrus finish and subtle oaky undertones. Full-bodied, elegant, complex, and round, it pairs wonderfully with salads, grilled vegetables, chicken with citrus sauce, and fish.

This wine boasts a well-preserved grape flavor, highlighted by rich undertones of blackberry and cherry. Its characteristic dark ruby color complements a velvety, well-balanced taste, with natural sweetness and delightful acidity that enhance its overall harmony.

Crafted from a secret blend of 40 botanicals collected from all over the world, Montenegro Amaro boasts a history since 1885. The flavour is so rich and versatile that it can be enjoyed in a variety of ways: straight or on the rocks but also for revisiting classic cocktail or crafting innovative drinks.

From the famous Duckhorn producers, the second label of Decoy, this "featherweight" is made with the same quality grapes as the regular Sauvignon Blanc with lower alcohol. With a sleek 80 calories per serving, the wine is crafted to the highest standards using grapes from the finest vineyards in California. The wine delivers delicate citrus notes of Meyer lemon, grapefruit, and lime; complemented by lush, tropical fruit flavors and a long, crisp finish.

Sheep Dip is a premium small-batch blended malt Scotch whisky, crafted from single malts across Scotland into a sophisticated blend with a robust character. It pays homage to Scottish farmers who historically distilled their own spirits, reflecting an era when quality and community took precedence over excise duties. This whisky features a nose of bold fruit aromas including melon, pear, and orange, with citrusy botanicals, sweet marzipan, and spicy oak. On the palate, it offers rich, malt-forward flavors of toffee and dark fruits, culminating in a long, creamy finish with lingering vanilla and a faint hint of bonfires. It won Gold at the World Spirits Competition 2021.

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"This wine benefits with a little extra time in the glass. It opens up to reveal aromas of roasted apple, lemon zest and gravel. The wine is vinified all in steel, so the vibrant fruit on the palate is expressive with upfront Honeycrisp apple, Meyer lemon and white flowers. Medium in body it has a bright and peppy finish." - 92/100, Wine Enthusiast

CIROC Coconut is a delightful expression masterfully infused with coconut and tropical fruit flavors, offering a genuine taste of the tropics in every sip. Crystal clear in the glass, it greets the senses with inviting aromas of freshly grated coconut and vanilla. Distilled five times, it boasts a creamy texture that perfectly complements the sweet coconut flavors, leading to a silky smooth finish that lingers on the palate. Indulge in the exotic allure of CIROC Coconut and transport yourself to paradise with every sip.

Fuenteseca Tequila presents the mastery of agave cultivation and tequila distillation using agave cultivated in various soil types, distilled in assorted still types, and rested in an array of vessels, be they of stainless steel or a collection of wooden casks from around the world… harmonizing to create incomparable spirits in a series of limited bottlings. The 2018 Cosecha bottling is crafted from over-ripe Highland pinto Blue Weber agave cultivated at an altitude of 5,019 feet in the mineral-rich CALICHE soil of Vista Hermosa, Micohoacán, the southernmost region within the D.O. This unique terroir, saturated with calcium carbonate, imparts a heightened minerality to Tequila Fuenteseca Cosecha 2018, beautifully complementing its pure agave essence, characterized by notes of sweet, cooked yams, and warm baking spices.

Smokehead High Voltage Single Malt Whisky delivers an electrifying experience, immersing the senses in a whirlwind of intense peatiness and profound richness. With a bold rush of black smoke and creamy, nutty undertones, this expression culminates in a tangy sea salt finish that leaves a lasting impression. Reserved for the daring and unapologetically bold, Smokehead High Voltage is an explosion of flavor that defies convention and demands attention, regardless of others' opinions.

Since 1694, Benanti is synonymous with quality and represents a profound respect for Etna and the wine in produces. Grapes grown on the slope from north to southwest are at altitudes of 450-1050 meters above sea level. Benanti is the only winery that has vineyards located on every slope of the DOC Etna. This area on the eastern slope is particularly unique in that it is the only area that qualifies for the rare "Etna Superiore" label. The wine is light, yet well balanced with peach, white flowers and saline notes with a touch of nuttiness. A round mouth feel with lemon and lanolin notes. Drink now or can be cellared for an additional 10 years. This wine is exclusive to CLS and not available anywhere else in Western Canada.