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Room 102 Ms. Larios - Instant Wine Collection Basket

Item Number
149
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220 USD to as7565a73
Number of Bids
6  -  Bid History

Item Description

Travel from the magical climatal diversity of France to the sumptuous valleys of Napa by enjoying this outstanding collection of twelve wines from around the world! Basket includes accessories such as a Corkcicle chiller stick, handmade wine glass charms, stopper, opener and vacuum wine saver.
 
Featured wines:
 
Layer Cake Shiraz 2014 (South Australia)
Spicy black and blue fruit aromas show good power and just a hint of black pepper. Supple and seamless in texture, offering layers of Bing cherry and cassis flavors and a touch of mocha. Exceptional balance for its big power, finishing with a gentle creamy note, leaving dark berry and cracked pepper notes behind.
 
Yalumba The Strapper GSM Barossa 2012 (Australia)
The Strapper in thoroughbred parlance is the reliable and trustworthy member of the team - not generally in the limelight. The Strapper, Barossa Valley GSM is not the showy type, rather the wine that the winemakers drink, when they're not having a Riesling or an ale. Authentic Barossa Shiraz is sandwiched between the understated fragrant perfume of Grenache and the earthy, rustic tannins of Mataro - a well bred, strapping and savoury wine.
91 points Wine Spectator
 
Piper-Heidsieck Extra Dry Champagne (France)
Off-dry, lending a roundness and lushness to the toast and honey flavors. Balanced on the soft side, if you like a touch of sweetness in your bubbly, this is the ticket.
90 points Wine Spectator
 
Chateau de Paraza Minervois Cuvee Speciale 2012 (Roussillon, France)
The wine has an intense purple core, with a dense aroma of small red fruits. On the palate, the wine is soft and fruity, developing a rich full mouthfeel.
 
Bouchard Aîné & Fils Beaujolais Nouveau 2015 (Burgundy, France)
Big, ripe and fruity, this has a red currant flavor, with soft tannins. It’s bright and juicy, with fine acidity on the finish.
 
Arcanum Il Fauno di Arcanum 2011 (Tuscany, Italy)
The 2011 Il Fauno shows a beautifully deep and dark ruby color with aromas of black cherry, cassis and blueberry on the nose. Complex dark fruit and spice notes intermingle to create an explosion of flavor on the palate. The elegant finish is accented with fine tannins and pepper notes.
Blend: 76% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Sangiovese, 2% Petit Verdot.
 
S. A. Prüm Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Kabinett 2009 (Germany)
The red ferrous ground with fine slate gives a distinctive character to the wines from this site, contributing luxuriant fruit and spice. The Riesling growing here shows exotic, unique characters with great depth and length.
 
Decoy Merlot 2013 (Sonoma, California)
Alluring aromas of black cherry and dark chocolate are complemented by savory notes and subtle hints of smoke. Graceful and velvety, this wine glides across the palate, with beautifully balanced acidity and tannins underscoring lush layers of fruit.
 
Rodney Strong Charlotte’s Home Sauvignon Blanc 2014 (Sonoma, California)
Fresh, crisp and highly aromatic, the warmer climate Alexander Valley fruit gives this wine ripe peach and pineapple character, while the ocean cooled Russian River Valley fruit offers zesty citrus notes of lemon and slightly herbaceous qualities. Together, the two valleys make a classic Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc that pairs wonderfully with mild, creamy cheeses, seafood and vegetable quiches.
 
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars KARIA Chardonnay 2013 (Napa Valley, California)
This graceful Chardonnay opens with aromas of peach, yellow apple, spice and a pleasing sweet cream vanilla note. The wine has a soft entry with citrus and light honey notes that lead to a lingering sweet lemon finish. There is a nice balance to the acidity and minerality that enhances the freshness and elegance of this wine. Try pairing this medium-bodied Chardonnay with grilled whole fish with lemons and capers, seared scallops drizzled with lemon-infused olive oil, or roast chicken.
 
Cave Spring Cellars Cabernet Franc 2012 (Ontario, Canada)
This wine originates from the limestone-rich soils of the Cave Spring Vineyard, located on a terrace of the Niagara Escarpment overlooking Lake Ontario, known as the Beamsville Bench. Optimal conditions for extended ripening at the  estate have delivered a deeply concentrated and robustly structured Cabernet Franc that promises many years of cellaring potential.
 
Santa Rita ‘120’ Sauvignon Blanc 2015 (Central Valley, Chile)
This 120 Sauvignon Blanc is crisp and refreshing. Its fruity aroma of citrus blossoms and peaches is well balanced by delicate herbaceous undertones. Fruity and floral characteristics enhanced by a pleasant acidity intensify the wine’s freshness and smooth lingering on the palate.

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