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05/08/08 New Cellar: Top-Rated Vintage Champagne and White Burgundy This week we have 1125 New Cellar acquisitions.

Mature Vintage Champagne

The highlight of our recent acquisitions is an extensive champagne cellar, a rarity among American wine collectors. This unique collection of top tier champagnes was meticulously cared for from youth to full maturity, allowing you the rare chance to experience these exciting vintages in their prime.

The richness and depth of the 1982 Philipponnat Clos des Goisses is a revelation to lovers of mature champagne. Clos des Goisses, a blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, is famous for gradually unfurling power and nobility in the bottle. Equally stunning is Billecart-Salmon's Brut Grand Cuvee, which garnered an unprecedented 95-point score from Richard Juhlin, who celebrated its "Dazzingly intense fruit with gobbets of youth." Not to be outdone, the stunning 1990 Dom Perignon Rose, rated 94 points by Juhlin, boasts "a greatness that no other wines can really match..."

2002 White Burgundy

Another highlight among our recent acquisitions is a cache of white Burgundy from the 2002 vintage, one of the loveliest in the past decade for these whites. Stephen Tanzer, in October 2003:

"A bulletin to white Burgundy collectors who have barely gotten their feet wet in recent vintages: with the arrival of the 2002s in the retail marketplace beginning this fall, now may be the time to dive in head first. ...From the start, the 2002s showed captivating sweetness and purity of fruit. Even where acid levels are technically no better than average, the wines show a compelling succulence...the better 2002s offer the best of both worlds: They boast the richness, sweetness of fruit and sheer palate impact that make chardonnay the world's most popular white grape. And they also possess the energy in the mouth and mineral underpinning that lift white Burgundy to a level above chardonnays grown elsewhere."

Quantities of these pristine cellar acquisitions are extremely limited.

Click here or Order now button below to browse our full inventory of recent acquisitions.
05/07/08 The Enigma of Taste First off, thanks to all of you who were able to make it to Vinfolio's first tasting event of Tales of the Vine last week. We had a super turnout and I loved hearing your feedback on all of the wines we poured. Mark your calendars for our next event, June 12th, where we will be highlighting American Pinot Noir.


Issue 8
05/06/08 Newly Available: Not-to-be-Missed Vintages We have added 353 new wines to our inventory over the last week.

This week features several great vintages from worlds old and new. From the greatly anticipated, and newly Robert Parker-rated, 2005 Bordeaux vintage we have secured a very limited quantity of the Clos Fourtet (98 WA), a luscious, dark fruit bomb with intensity second to none.

The 2005 vintage of Chateauneuf-du-Pape was more challenging but produced some true classics. The Vieux Lazaret Cuvee Exceptionelle (94 WA) certainly lives up to its name, and has been called the best ever produced at this estate. With its profound robe and intense color, it is a sure bet for the next 15-20 years.

1998 is a fabulous year for Blanc de blancs Champagne, with magnificent depth and complexity. The 1998 Taittinger Comtes de Champagne (93 IWC), the premiere cuvee from this illustrious Champagne house, is a textbook balance of ripeness and minerality.

We are also very excited about our acquisition of the most recent vintage from our northern neighbors in Oregon. The 2006 Raptor Ridge Pinot Noir Reserve (94 VF), from the Northern Willamette Valley, demonstrates a perfect balance of fruit, acidity, richness, and elegance.

Don't miss our showcase of great vintages; there is variety to fit every palate and budget, so be sure to click here to see the entire list of Newly Available wines.
05/05/08 The Best of the Best - Italy's Spectacular 1997 Vintage This week we are celebrating the best producers from Italy's best vintage, period. Most "great" vintages favor select regions, but 1997 was notable for the almost uniform greatness seen throughout the entire country, from Umbria and Tuscany to Piedmont and Veneto. Now is your opportunity to reap the prizes of this stellar 1997 vintage.

Starting in the south, from beautiful Campania we have the stunning Montevetrano - Colli di Salerno (96 WA), a brilliant blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 10% Aglianico, aged 12 months in new French oak, and bottled unfined and unfiltered.

Heading to Central Italy, this collection boasts Tuscan wines from some the finest producers of Chianti Classico, Brunello and highly-sought after "Super-Tuscans" including the Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva (92 WA), Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli (98 WS), Argiano Brunello di Montalcino (96 IWC), Fontodi Flaccianello Della Pieve (95 WS), Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Rosso Superiore (96 WS), Ornellaia - Ornellaia (96 WS) , and Tua Rita - Redigaffi (97 WS), just to name a few.

Finally, from the cooler northwestern region of Piedmont we have the sublime Paolo Scavino - Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata (93 PR), the highly-acclaimed Enrico e Marziano Abbona Barolo Terlo Ravera (93 WS), and Angelo Gaja's brilliant Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated Bordeaux blend: Darmagi (90 WA).

Supplies of these wines are all very limited, so act quickly to take advantage of this incredible opportunity to acquire the best of the best from Italy's '97 vintage.
05/03/08 Travel the Boot with Top-Rated Italian Wines Travel with us on a whirlwind tour of Italy, where wine culture claims a rich history, from the ancient Romans to the modern cult-status Super Tuscans. Today's collection features the best from the most recognized wine regions of "the boot".

Beginning in the Veneto, we find the 2001 Dal Forno Amarone della Valpolicella (Vigneto di Monte Lodoletta) (97 WA), a phenomenal Amarone that Antonio Galloni says is "on another level entirely." This beauty exudes rich texture, fruit and ripeness.

Travelling west, we arrive in Piedmont, home of stellar Barolos. The 1998 Roberto Voerzio Barolo Cerequio (WS 95) has a tremendous bouquet, as well as fantastic body and length; this is certainly a wine with very long aging potential.

Turning south, the Super Tuscans loom large on the horizon. The 2004 San Guisto a Rentennano, La Ricolma (95 WA) is a veritable fruit basket in the nose and on the palate, while still flaunting its extraordinary Tuscan character. No wonder these wines are hot!

The last stop on our tour today takes us to the toe of the boot, where the sultry Sicilians show off their depth and complexity. The 2005 Passopisciaro Franchetti (95 WA) is a prime example, with its sensuous deep, dense fruit combined with earthiness and structure.

All of our tour's highlights are excellent representations of their respective locales, with balance, structure, and length as well as age-ability. Be sure to pick up a handful of each, and create your own virtual tour of Italy!
05/01/08 New Cellar - What's in the Treasure Chest? This week we have 919 New Cellar acquisitions.

New cellars mean new chances for you to purchase multiple collectible rarities, all in one place. Additions to our treasure chest this week include domestic classics from Marcassin, Sine Qua Non, and the elusive 2005 Scarecrow, just to highlight a few.

The best of Bordeaux are represented here as well, with notable vintages of Pichon Lalande, Cos d'Estournel, Lynch-Bages, and stellar-rated first growths.

While browsing French wines, make sure pay special attention to our eclectic mix of Burgundy, with a particularly strong collection of wines by Denis Mortet.

Be sure not to miss our various other big-name treats from around the world, including case lots of the 2004 Clos du Caillou - Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve.

As these wines are from private collections, quantities are always extremely limited, sometimes only single bottles, so do not delay.

To browse our full inventory of wines acquired in the last week click here or Order Now below.
04/30/08 Mixed Case Extravaganza! Variety is the spice of life and we've found the perfect way to put some flavor into your wine stash. A mixed case of high-scoring, crowd-pleasing wines will satisfy your every "What do I serve tonight?" crisis.

Start off your custom mix with the non-vintage Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose (WA 94), a perfect bubbly for a special celebration. Add in bottles of a domestic favorite, the 2006 Herman Story Grenache Larner (VF 97); its dark berry fruit and spice make it a great match for a variety of summer dishes and backyard get-togethers.

Add some serious Bordeaux to your case with the phenomenal 2000 Troplong-Mondot (WA 95), christened "the finest wine from Troplong-Mondot since the staggeringly great 1990." You won't want to miss the boat on a wine like that. Another Parker 95-pointer for your collection should be the 2004 Isole e Olena Cepparello. This 100% pure Sangiovese is an extraordinary Tuscan, undoubtedly worthy of more than one slot in your case.

Finally, rounding out the mix of big reds is a third Parker favorite, the 2005 Vina Magana, Calchetas Tinto (WA 95) from Navarra, Spain. Every collection needs some delayed gratification, and this is a bottle to lay down for a few years. After 4-6 years this Merlot, Cabernet, Malbec blend will be in full bloom!

With wines like these, there's no reason not to put some spice into your collection today. Don't delay; special wines like these will be flying out the door...by the case!
04/29/08 Newly Available...From Summer Sippers to Cellar Sleepers We have added 397 new wines to our inventory over the last week.

As April draws to a close, we have been very busy filling our current collection with tempting titles. We acquired some more of an Austrian favorite, the popular 2006 Emmerich Knoll Gruner Veltliner Kreutles Smaragd (91 IWC). This is a fantastically refreshing choice for the upcoming summer months.

On the opposite end of the spectrum is the 2005 J C Conde Neo Punta Esencia (96 RP) from Ribera del Duero. Robert Parker recommends cellaring this "behemoth" for at least 10 years; be assured, patience will have its rewards! Our most recent Tuscan purchase is the 2003 Rasina Brunello di Montalcino (93 VF). Its tobacco and ripe cherry make it our wine Buyers' favorites of the vintage.

Finally, we have happily re-stocked the Domaine Pallieres Gigondas (92 IWC), a beautiful "baby" Chateauneuf. This wine is the perfect accompaniment to roast chicken, steak-frites, and myriad other Parisian bistro-style dishes.

Be sure to click here or Order Now below to see our complete list of recent acquisitions.
04/28/08 1996 Red Burgundy - A Vintage of Power and Grace "...the 1996 vintage featured a rare combination of healthy sugars, high acidity and sound, ripe skins ...I suspect many of these wines will be stronger in bottle than they were prior to bottling, and how often can this be said about Burgundy? ...Adjectives like sappy, penetrating, vibrant, bracing, and sharply etched kept popping up in my notes as I tasted the '96s in November and January. The better '96s have terrific thrust and grip...an unusually consistent vintage, and likely to be long-lived... Don't miss the finest '96s!" - Stephen Tanzer, April 1999

We have a wide ranging inventory of 1996 red Burgundies, and they are beginning to reveal their supple charm now.

Two rare collections offer an overview of the vintage - the first from the perspective of one Grand Cru vineyard, Chambertin Clos de Beze, which balances power and grace and is considered among the most complete of the Grand Crus; and the second a collection of all the Cotes de Nuits Villages, a delightful way to taste and compare their terroir.

Supplies are limited to one collection only.

To purchase either of these two collections, contact a Vinfolio Wine Specialist at 800-969-1961.

Chambertin Clos de Beze - $2,712

Cotes de Nuits villages - $1,126

We also have a full inventory of 1996 Burgundy for you to browse below. Select one of these special bottles and experience the pleasures of drinking mature Burgundy, with no patience required.
04/27/08 Stellar Large Format Rhone Wines Herbs de Provence, fields of lavender and sunflowers...what else evokes lazy summer days in the Rhone Valley? How about a magnum of 1998 Marc Sorrel Hermitage Le Greal (95+ RP), shared with friends while Merguez and lamb riblettes cook on the grill? Admittedly, this may be gilding the lily, but I cannot think of a better way to enjoy this fabulous bottle. Or perhaps your Rhone summer day includes a magnum of the 2005 Delas-Freres Cote-Rotie "La Landonne" (95 WS), another Northern Rhone favorite, boasting fantastic complexity with fruit, mocha, and reglyss. If your taste tends more toward the Southern Rhone, how about the 2004 Gerard Charvin Chateauneuf-du-Pape (93 IWC)? With its explosive aromas and luscious yet silky textures, this is a wine to drink now and in the years to come.

The Rhone Valley, situated between the Massive Central and the Alps, produces very different wine styles. The Northern Rhone, influenced by its Northern winds, produces dark, sometimes fleshy wines. By contrast, wines of the Southern Rhone, the gateway to Provence, with its hot summer days and balmy breezes, tend to be more fruit driven, often with spicy or dried herb notes.

The stellar wines from this region age beautifully in large format bottles. Cellar these wines in the perfect cocoon of a magnum, and they will provide maximum pleasure for your table of friends on your perfect Rhone summer day.
04/26/08 100 Point Parker Picks Robert Parker has been one of the greatest influences in wine production, as well as wine sales, in the last 15 years. To honor this giant of the industry who's now famous publication, The Wine Advocate will be celebrating its 30th anniversary this August, we are offering some of his perfectly rated, 100-point wines. These wines demonstrate the variety of style and place that are represented in Parker's 100 point list.


04/24/08 New Cellar: Focus on CA Pinot All-Stars This week we have 44 New Cellar acquisitions to offer you.

We brought in an amazing cellar loaded with several of California's top producers of Pinot Noir. Today we are featuring the best of the lot.

This pantheon of great California Pinots begins with the highly successful '04 Aubert UV Vineyard Pinot Noir (93 IWC). We have come to expect nothing less than greatness from this celebrated producer, and '04 has once again validated the high expectations. By keeping the yields extremely low, Aubert managed to craft a beautiful fruit forward pinot noir that maintains a good firm edge.

From Brewer Clifton, another of California's all-star Pinot producers, we are offering 5 magnificent wines. Crafted from vines grown on soils comprised almost completely of diatomite and other calcareous materials including the unusually complex '04 Cargasacchi Vineyard and the highly rated and stunning '05 Pinot Noir Rancho Santa Rosa (94WA)

Few American producers have seen a rise to fame comparable to the one deservedly experienced by Kistler. From this model of consistency we have a pair of winners in the '03 Kister Vineyard Pinot Noir (93 IWC) and the '00 Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir.

Kosta Browne is another name that has become synonymous with some of the best California Pinots. We were fortunate to secure a limited number of the '05 and '06 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir (91WS) ('06 not yet rated).

No list of California greats would be complete without Marcassin. Giving this gifted producer just due, we are thrilled to offer a pair of wines from four separate vineyards, including the '02 and '03 Bondi Home Ranch Pinot Noir (90 WA) and (94 IWC), and the '00 and '03 Marcassin Vineyard Pinot Noir (95 IWC) and (94 IWC). Lastly, from the Three Sisters Vineyard Pinot Noir, we have the '02 (97 WS) and the '03 (94 IWC).

Of late there has been a stunning sense of urgency among collectors scrambling to acquire the hard to find wines of Peter Michael, and for good reason. We round out this stunning collection with this celebrated producer's '05 Peter Michael Le Moulin Rouge (92 IWC).

These wines will not be around long, so take advantage of this rare opportunity to acquire a broad range of great California Pinot Noirs.

To browse our full inventory of wines acquired in the last week click here or the Order Now button below.
04/23/08 Life's An Arcade...Of Wine Being in this business is like being ten years old, having $20 in quarters and being let loose in an arcade without adult supervision...it rocks! For the last couple of weeks, I've been trying some insanely super (albeit off-the-beaten-path) wine that maintains my theory that if you really care about your grapes, you'll make great wine. You'll notice a couple of favorites from issues past that deserve to be re-visited. The Ayala Brut Zero & Rose (VF 92 & 91, respectively) because it's that time of the year and the ethereal delicacy and purity of bead on these bubblies are magnificent with the onset of late Spring/early Summer. The Biondi-Santi 2001 Brunello di Montalcino (VF 91) because it is the pure and traditional expression of what has made the Brunello di Montalcino appellation great and is drinking so very well right now.


04/22/08 Newly Available: Hundreds of New Wines, Including Magnums. We have added 199 new wines to our inventory over the last week.

We have been very busy this past week finding even more great wines for you all. From Southern France we have just acquired the phenomenal 1998 Château de la Negly, Coteaux du Languedoc, La Porte du Ciel containing 100% Syrah with luscious fruit and fantastic structure it is a definite crowd pleaser (92-94 RP).

Heading a little further North to the Southern Rhone Valley we have three fabulous selections: 2006 Roger Sabon Chateauneuf-du-Pape Secret de Sabon (94-96 WA), 2006 Pegau Chateauneuf-du-Pape in Magnum, a rare treat (92-95 IWC), as well as 2004 Montirius Vacqueyras Le Clos (91 WS). All of which are true representations of the power and finesse that has become synonymous with this magical region.

We have also found some stunning Champagnes, both vintaqge and non-vintage. The Lenoble Non-Vintage Brut Blanc de Blancs (89 IWC) and the 1999 Gentilhomme Blanc de Blancs (93 WS) are both lovely, crisp, and dazzling in the glass as is the 1995 Duval-Leroy Brut "La Femme" in Magnum (96 WS). We also have some real treats from our own shores as well. The 2005 Hanzell Estate Chardonnay (94 VF), 2006 Ponzi Pinot Noir Willamette Valley (92 VF), and the 2006 Broc Vine Starr Red (94 VF) are all wonderful wines to treasure.

Whether you are purchasing wines for instant gratification or to savor in years to come we are sure that you will enjoy something from today's array of selections.


04/21/08 Selection of Elegant Burgundy "(Red Burgundy) is a wine that can sing like a nightingale, shine forth like a sapphire, intrigue like the most complex of chess problems, and seduce like the first kiss of someone you are just about to fall in love with." - Clive Coates, The Wines of Burgundy

This week we are offering you a selection of wines from several of Burgundy's finest producers.

The natural home of the noble Pinot Noir, and the one place where it is routinely capable of realizing its vast potential, Burgundy is perhaps the most fascinating, complex and difficult to understand wine regions in the world. In no other land can both the nuances and extremes of terroir be better appreciated. The relatively close quarters of Burgundy are responsible for producing a dazzling array world class red wines.

Today we begin with Gevrey-Chambertin, the largest of the Cote d'Or's great communes and home to nine of Burgundy's Grand Crus, we bring you a dozen beauties from six different producers. From small and highly respected producer Bernard Dugat-Py, we are offering the '01 (91-93 IWC) and '03 (91 IWC) Gevrey-Chambertin Coeur de Roy (Vieilles Vignes). From one of the region's most sought after vineyards we have two exceptional offerings: from Louis Jadot, one of Burgundy's largest producers, we have the '03 Chambertin-Clos de Beze (91-94 BH), and from one of the region's rising stars, Dominique Laurent, we have the highly prized '96 Chambertin Clos de Beze (93-95 IWC). From the meticulous Denis Mortet we are excited to offer these six gems: '01 and '02 Gevrey-Chambertin Au Velle (91 WS) and 89-92 IWC), '01 and '02 Gevrey-Chambertin En Champs Vieille Vigne (89-92 IWC) and (91 IWC), '02 Gevrey-Chambertin Combe du Dessus 1er Cru (90 IWC), and the '03 Gevrey-Chambertin Lavaux St. Jacques 1er Cru (93 WA). Lastly we have the exceptional '02 Ponsot Chapelle-Chambertin (91 BH) and the '02 Roumier Ruchottes-Chambertin (90-93 WA).

We have only highlighted a few of today's offerings above. Be sure to peruse the entire selection offered below and take advantage of this opportunity to secure a variety of highly limited wines from one of the most celebrated regions in the world.
04/20/08 Amazing and Impressive Parusso Barolo "The range of wines offered by Marco and Tiziana Parusso stands out as one of the most impressive in the entire Langhe...it is the overall level of their quality that amazes." - Gambero Rosso

"Artisanal devotion" is the most appropriate descriptor for what goes on behind the scenes at this eminent Barolo property. It is what defines the extraordinarily proper, elegant and divine Barolos that Marco and Tiziana Parusso are able to coax from their estate. Taste just one of these ultra-premium wines and you will be treated to a Barolo experience unlike any other--one that bears repeating.

Located in the hamlet of Bussia in the heart of Barolo, Cantina Parusso has been assiduously tending their vineyards for four generations. They have pursued a unique and delicate style of Barolo that highlights the more intricate, veiled and complexly layered elements of Barolo. The wines express the distinctive terroirs of the various Barolo villages in a gently forceful way; a way that entices you to spend a luxurious amount of time swirling, sniffing and sipping.

The wines exhibit multiple personalities as time goes by and have a very unique panoply of aromatics that actually are a sleight of mind, for they reference elusive white wine fruit and floral elements. It is Armando Parusso's special affinity for his vineyards that gifts him with the ability to make these silky, seductive, inveigling styles of Barolo that persuade not with brute force, but with intense delicacy and exquisite refinement. Despite this, they are gentle giants that will grace your cellar for many a year to come, for they are proven, age-worthy wines.
04/19/08 Large Format Bounty Everyone loves large format bottles of wine - whether for the advantages of long-term storage, incredible investment value or simply because they are literally a "party in a bottle" they are the quintessential way to acquire and enjoy your favorite wines and vintages. We have been searching long and hard for the ultra rare bottlings from Napa, Piedmont, Burgundy, the Rhone Valley, and of course, Bordeaux.

The 2003 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild in three-litre is a fantastic way to cellar one of Robert Parker's favorite Bordeaux from this vintage:

"A modern day version of the 1959 Lafite, the 2003 Lafite Rothschild was bottled in mid-May, 2005 after achieving 12.9% natural alcohol - hardly an astonishing figure given the vintage's weather conditions. A combination of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, it represents a ripe version of the essence of Lafite-Rothschild. Dense purple-colored, with classic notes of graphite intertwined with melted licorice, creme de cassis, smoke, and flowers, it reveals extraordinary richness, opulence, power, purity, intensity, and viscosity. Whether this wine will close down or not is questionable as it is somewhat atypical given its sweetness and softness. Analytically, there are extremely high tannins, which I suspect will assert themselves in the future. Production in 2003 was less than half of normal. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2050."

Do you have a wedding or special anniversary celebration on the horizon? Think about the prestigious 1996 Maison Deutz Cuvee William Deutz, as it perfectly represents the best recent vintage in the Marne Valley (95 WA). Looking for a great bottle to open for a gathering of 30 of your closest friends? The 2006 Clos du Caillou Cotes du Rhone Les Quartz is a virtually a baby Chateauneuf-du-Pape just across the road from the legendary Beaucastel and in this format what better way to introduce others to such a luscious wine.

Since producers normally only bottle the best of the best in large format how can you possibly lose with extraordinary collection?
04/17/08 New Cellar: Araujo and Sine Qua Non This week we have 52 New Cellar acquisitions.

We recently had the good fortune of securing an outstanding cellar loaded with several vintages of wines from two of California's most sought after producers: Araujo and Sine Qua Non.

Araujo

Located just east of Calistoga in the northeast Napa Valley, Araujo's chateau-style Eisele Vineyard employs organic winemaking techniques and uses naturally occurring yeasts. This combination of incredible terroir and natural production methods has combined to produce one of the most Bordeaux-like of all California wines.

We are thrilled to be able to offer several vintages of Araujo's Eisele Vineyard Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. For the Syrah we have the '95 (97 WA), '99 (91 IWC), '00 (92 WA), '01 (94-96 WA), '03 (94 WA), and '04 (92 IWC). From the Cabernet Sauvignon we have the 97' (92 IWC) and '98 (96 WS) in magnums, and the '01 (97 WA) and '03 (98 WA) in 750ml bottle format.

Sine Qua Non

Sine Qua Non was created following the 1994 harvest of Bien Nacido Syrah which was named "The Queen of Spades." Their wines quickly rose to the ranks of the most sought after "California Cult" wines. Winemakers Elaine and Manfred Krankl believe so strongly in the individuality of each vintage that they give each wine a unique name and create special artwork for the labels. These truly artisanal wines are at once rich and elegant, superbly balanced and thoroughly harmonious with food, while never coming across as overwhelming.

We hope you share in our excitement over these 7 different wines from Sine Qua Non. This stunning collection includes the '00 The Boot (92 (IWC), '02 Mr. K Chardonnay The Nobleman (94 WA), '03 Sublime Isolation (93 WA), '04 Into the Dark (95 IWC), '05 Pinot Noir Over and Out (94 WA), '05 Petition (95 WA), and the recently released '06 Autrement Dit (not yet rated).

Take advantage of this rare opportunity to bolster your collection with multiple vintages of some of California's finest and most sought after wines.

To browse our full inventory of New Cellar selections acquired over the last week click here or the Order Now button below.
04/16/08 Transcendental Burgundy from the 2005 Vintage "My in-bottle tastings of the 2005s have served to reinforce my original belief that the vintage is one of the greatest vintages in the history of modern Burgundy. Almost nothing I tasted in-bottle gave me pause relative to my original cask-based impressions. I remain convinced that the greatest examples are truly transcendental and should provide for magical drinking experiences over a period of several decades and the best wines will easily see 50 years in fine shape." - Allen Meadows, Burghound

2005 is rapidly becoming one of the "beloved" vintages for Burgundy. These wines are captivating, illuminating and destined for a leisurely and significant evolutionary process during which collectors will reap the benefits. This exceptional, across-the-board quality is what keeps us coming back to the trough in terms of acquiring more 2005s.

A few of the favorites - Bertagna Clos St. Denis (BH 90-93), Henri Gouges Nuits-St.-Georges 'Clos des Porrets-St. Georges' (BH 90-92), Vougeraie Mazoyeres-Chambertin (BH 92-94) and the Jacques Prieur Corton-Bressandes (BH 92-94). All of these selections deserve the opportunity to grace your glass and ply their charms.

We wholeheartedly concur with all the critics' statements about the brilliance of balance and purity that these wines have to offer and hope that you take this chance to discover the wines' phenomenal depth and seemingly infinite delivery of drinking pleasure.
04/15/08 Newly Available. . .Old and New World Favorites We have added 313 new wines to our inventory over the last week.

We have had a busy week, preparing our taxes, spring cleaning, and of course buying wines. This week's selections again span both the New World and the Old World from Walla Walla to Priorate and everything in between. The extraordinary 2006 Walla Walla Vinters, Columbia Valley Cabernet Franc (93 VF) is truly one of the best examples of this varietal in all of Washington. The 2004 Erba Merlot Mountainside Vineyards, a very new discovery for Vinfolio, is a fantastic Merlot (94 VF) from the Atlas Peak AVA and will certainly stand the test of time.

From the "Old World" we have been fortunate enough to purchase a few cases of the outstanding 2006 Delas Freres Condrieu Clos Boucher (96 WA) as well as the 2005 Mas Sinen Coster from Priorato (94 WA), a highly concentrated blend of Old Vine grapes that will certainly be a stunner for years to come.

Whether your tastes turn towards the Old or New World, we have a fantastic selection to tempt your palate. Just click here or the Order now button below to view the entire inventory.
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