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| Lotus Cabernet Sauvignon Paso Robles 2008 |
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This is a small production (1600 cases), hand crafted wine from a family-owned winery in Paso Robles. This area of rolling hills, about 20 minutes from the ocean in the Central Coast of California, is an ideal spot for varietals that like to struggle. Cabernet vines planted on gentle slopes get perfect drainage, lots of sunshine during the day, and the cool breezes from the Pacific at night sweep in to put them to bed. This wine displays a bright ruby color and blackberry and cassis on the nose. Next comes a jammy, supple mouth with raspberry, pomegranate, and a hint of tart cherry on the finish.
Price: CAN$227.40 |
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| Claraval do Calatayud |
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91 POINTS Robert Parker
The 2006 Claraval, 100% old-vine Garnacha, was sourced from higher elevation vineyards. Opaque purple-colored, the wine coats the glass. It gives up an alluring aromatic array of wood smoke, mineral, scorched earth, black cherry, black raspberry, and violets. This leads to a medium to full-bodied, layered wine with loads of sweet, spicy dark fruit flavors, ripe tannin, good balance, and a long, pure finish. Give it 2-3 years to blossom and drink it through 2020. To this point, the D.O. of Calatayud has been best known for exceptional value. However, this is slowly changing as people appreciate just how good the wines made from its old-vine Grenache vineyards can be.
Price: CAN$239.40 |
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Q: If I live outside of Ontario may I order wine through your web site?
A: The LCBO requires that we deliver the wine to an Ontario address. Therefore we are not able to sell wine to purchasers living outside of Ontario.
Q: How many bottles of wine are in each case?
A: Unless indicated otherwise on the order form a case of wine contains twelve bottles. .Some suppliers who currently package in 12's have agreed to ship 6 bottles through a private order. The good news is that you can order a half case, the bad news is that it takes much longer. Private orders will require an additional 10 to 12 weeks for processing.
Q: What is a Private Order?
A: A private order is an order put through the LCBO by the licensed agent (Thompson Vintage Trade) to the Supplier for a specific customer (You). The minimum order is 1 case, but that case can be 6 or 12 bottles depending on available winery packaging. A private order is useful when someone wants to get a wine not available through consignment or wants to order six bottles of a wine, which is normally only available in a case of twelve bottles. These orders usually take 8-12 weeks to arrive once they have been placed.
Q: What is Consignment?
A: Consignment is a program through the LCBO that allows licensed agents (Thompson Vintage Trade) to order wine from around the world to sell to Restaurants and consumers in Ontario. The agent must indicate to the LCBO the name of the purchaser of each case of wine sold through consignment. Have you ever wondered why, a wine you enjoyed in a restaurant is not available at the LCBO? It has likely come through this program, or, in rare cases, a Restaurateur has ordered wine using a private order.
Q: Why doesn't the agent open the case, send me six and sell the remaining six to someone else?
A: The LCBO does not allow the agent to split a case of twelve and send an individual a partial case.
Q: Can I mix bottles in one case?
A: At this point in time, mixing bottles in cases is not allowed for imported wine under the Private order/consignment program. However, this is under review.
Q: What is General List?
A: The products sold directly through the LCBO stores.
Q: If I am a licensed establishment, can I order wines through your website?
A: Yes, but as you know, your pricing is slightly different. We will charge the Licensee price if you include your Licensee number on the order form.
Q: Can I get the wine delivered at work?
A: Yes, under the following conditions:
- you are 19 years of age, and not intoxicated
- if you are a private consumer, your workplace cannot be a Licensed establishment, nor can you re-sell this wine to a licensed establishment
- your workplace has a physical address(i.e. the hot dog stand at Yonge and Front is not acceptable)
- we will call to arrange a suitable day for delivery and call the day before delivery for confirmation
Q: Can I have the wine delivered to a neighbor or friend’s house?
A: Yes, under the following conditions:
- delivery instructions are clear
- your friend or neighbor must be 19 years of age and not intoxicated
- they must be willing to sign for the product
- we will call your friend or neighbor to arrange a suitable day for delivery and call the day before delivery for confirmation
Q: Is there a charge for delivery arrangement?
A: Yes. $6.95 per case.
Q: Can I pick up the wine in person?
A: Not at this time, unfortunately.
Q: How long does it take to process the order and have it delivered?
A: If the wine is in stock, you can expect delivery between four and nine business days.
Q:How do I place a private order?
A: Either use the private order form on the website or call 1 866 390-8745 to arrange.
Q: Is there a deposit required for wine not in stock?
A: Yes, a non-refundable deposit of $40 is required for wine not in stock. Payment in full is required prior to the delivery of the wine.
Q: What if I want to cancel my order?
A: If Vintage Trade has not yet forwarded your order to the winery, you may cancel your order and receive a full refund. Once the order has been placed with the winery, your deposit will not be returned. In either case we must be informed of your desire to cancel in writing. A fax will meet this purpose. Please sign your fax.
Q: How can I pay for my wine?
A: 1. Visa to be debited at time of shipping the wine to you.
2. Cheque to be cleared prior to ordering and shipping from the LCBO
Q: What if I wasn’t home when the wine was to be delivered?
A: Purolator will leave a notice informing you of their attempt to deliver the wine. They will leave options for completing delivery. You must contact Purolator to complete the delivery.
Q: What if a bottle was corked, or damaged in shipment.
A: If the damaged or corked (off) bottle is returned to us, we will refund the cost of the product plus postage you paid to send it back.
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Cotes du Rhone 2006
High-toned, with cherry, sandalwood, mineral and cedar hints that glide along fine-grained tannins, followed by a deceptively lengthy finish. Drink now.
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Our Price: CAN$275.40
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Four Vines Naked Chardonnay 2007
Pure fruit that has not seen any oak, nor does it want to. Fruit harvested from three vineyards in the Cat Canyon in Northern Santa Barbara was hand sorted and gently whole cluster pressed and fermented in 100% stainless steel and left on the lees as long as possible. No malolactic fermentation to maintain the natural acid balance. The nose is bright with crisp apples and pear laced with clove, mineral, and a hint of anise. On the palate, there is crisp apple, white peach, and pear, finishing long with hints of citrus and mineral. “Naked” is meant to go with food instead of competing with it. Drink Naked often!
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Our Price: CAN$227.40
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Pinot Grigio IGT 2008
This is 100% Pinot Grigio from D.O.C. Colli Orientali Del Friuli. It has an intense straw yellow colour with gold-copper glints and is vinified in the Alsatian style. The aroma is harmonic, intensively fruity and pleasant and evolves to exotic fruits, banana and mango. Crisp and dry in the mouth, you’ll find good acidity balance is textured with white-fruit flavour. It is an excellent aperitif and is ready to drink immediately. Suggested food pairings are soups, boiled meats and poultry, spicy and ripe cheeses or cold appetizers.
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Our Price: CAN$191.40
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Santagostino Nero d’Avola/Syrah (50/50) 2007
The grapes are hand harvested, then undergoes traditional vinification in temperature-controlled fermenters followed by malolactic fermentation and maturation in French and American barriques for 8 months. Deep ruby red colour, beautiful notes of matured fruits (cherry, strawberry) and hints of spices. Warm persistent finish .
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Our Price: CAN$335.40
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