The Duke is often asked to make wine recommendations for parties, dinners and top-notch everyday drinking. This is especially true during the holiday season. In an effort to be proactive, here are some wines that are priced reasonably, but have enough style to satisfy even the most discriminating consumer. Take a moment, look over this list and let us help you plan your party or stun those hard-to-shop-for names on your gift list. Remember! The Duke does gift wrap with the best of them and can ship almost anywhere! (OK, OK. Santa is faster, but with help from FedEx, we are pretty quick ourselves!)
2006 Clos de los Siete
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$16.99A terrific blend of Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah by Michel Rolland, one of the world's most respected winemakers. In fact, he consults at Harlan and Dalla Valle, to name two.
Layer Cake 2006 Shiraz - Price: $16.99
This new release has some of the finest fruit produced in South Australia's Barossa Valley. From the same people who bring you Hundred Acre wines. A great deal!
Banfi 2005 Centine - Price: $9.99
A super-Tuscan-style blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot from Montelione, Italy (Montalcino). Tremendous structure and loads of flavor!
Joseph Phelps Vineyards 2005 Pastiche Blanc - Price: $7.99
Priced at $13.00+ elsewhere. Pastiche is a potpourri of several white grape varieties in honor of the elegant white wines from Provence, France.
2003 Cenit - Super Sale Price: $25.00
Ordinarly priced at $50.00, the Duke and the good folks at importer Jorge Ordonez sharpened their pencils and are bringing this beautiful Tempranillo to you at half-price. Parker scored it 90 points and called it "rich, full-bodied and impressive."
Ehlers Estate 2005 Meritage, Chairman's Selection - Price: $11.99
Meant to retail for $25.00, here is another bargain for your holiday needs. A rich, elegant blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, it will be a perfect wine for either a holiday meal or just for sipping with small dishes.
Joseph Phelps Vineyards 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Innisfree - Price: $19.99
This special bottling from the fine Phelps people is ideal for your holiday dinner plans -- and the price is even better with the purchase of 6 or more: $17.00
2005 Chateau Larrivaux - Price: $17.99 6 or more: $16.99
Robert Parker called this wine a "sleeper of the vintage." Drinks great! A true value from Bordeaux at this price! And even better - Buy 12 or more and save an additional 5%!
Perfect for gifts!
Great (and inexpensive) wine for your holiday get-togethers!
Try any one of them with Wednesday night dinner!
Call the Duke today!!