Seasons Greeting to each and everyone! May you enjoy the warmth of family and friends this holiday season with, of course, a delicious glass of wine! Looking for that perfect gift experience? Our winter class schedule is bursting with fun and interesting ideas. Sign up early, 283-8000, as space is limited and popularity is great. We also book private functions. Call us for details. Every spare corner of our Market is stuffed with boxes, baskets and bags ready to solve your gift giving needs. Not only are our gift baskets gorgeous, they really are a gift that keeps on giving! KWM is proud of its exclusive products. Check out our Top 20 and Santa’s Picks columns for some of the very best the world has to offer. Who doesn’t love Champagne? The world-renowned Salon Champagne, due on our shelves before the New Year, will convert any “nay” sayers. Wishing a Merry Christmas to all, and to all a Great Wine! K E N S I N G T O N W I N E M A R K E T Vol.8 December 2001 Iss.3 WINTER COURSES INSIDE KWM’S LATEST TREASURES Once again our intrepid staff have scoured the world’s finest wine regions in search of the most talented wine- makers. Here are but a few of our latest discoveries: The Royal Tokaji Wine Co. Tokaji (Hungary) was the first region to be defined as an appellation. There is nothing like it. Tokaji is a rich, intensely aromatic wine made from shriveled Aszú grapes. This elixir will cellar indefinitely. Arriving just in time for Christmas. Didier Dagueneau The famous enfant terrible of the Loire Valley. He made money as a motor- cross racer, canoed the Yukon River and raced dog sleds in Europe! With simple, organic viticultural methods, he produces the most remarkable Sauvignon Blancs of France. En Chailloux Pouilly-Fumé $59.99 Jacky Dumangin Champagne Jacky is the winemaker and Gilles, his son, is the marketer. Despite a restrict- ed output (7,500 cases), KWM is the first store in North America to import his wines. Expect biscuity, fruit- driven, vivacious Champagne. Rosé NV $41.99 Vintage 1995 $51.99 Coming Soon: Salon Champagne (France), Jasper Hill (Australia), Rotllan Torra (Priorato, Spain), Domaine des Aubusierses (Vouvray, France), La Rampa Di Fugnano (Tuscany, Italy), Vincent Pinard (Sancerre, France). Château de Lancyre (Languedoc, France). KENSINGTON WINE MARKET ALWAYS AT YOUR SERVICE! FREE SATURDAY TASTINGS Drop-in from 2 to 5 P.M. and taste specially selected wines in an informal setting ?-?-?-? The De-Vine Truth ?-?-?-? What’s the difference between Port and Sherry? A. Port is from the Douro Valley in Portugal while Sherry is from Jerez in southern Spain B. Sherry is fermented to dryness, then Brandy is added. Port is partial- ly fermented then Brandy is added to kill the yeast.
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Seasons Greeting to each and everyone! May you enjoy thewarmth of family and friends this holiday season with, of course,a delicious glass of wine! Looking for that perfect gift experience?Our winter class schedule is bursting with fun and interestingideas. Sign up early, 283-8000, as space is limited and popularityis great. We also book private functions. Call us for details. Everyspare corner of our Market is stuffed with boxes, baskets and bagsready to solve your gift giving needs. Not only are our gift basketsgorgeous, they really are a gift that keeps on giving! KWM isproud of its exclusive products. Check out our Top 20 andSanta’s Picks columns for some of the very best the world has tooffer. Who doesn’t love Champagne? The world-renowned SalonChampagne, due on our shelves before the New Year, willconvert any “nay” sayers. Wishing a Merry Christmas to all, andto all a Great Wine!
K E N S I N G T O N W I N E M A R K E T
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KWM’S LATESTTREASURES
Once again our intrepid staff havescoured the world’s finest wine regionsin search of the most talented wine-makers. Here are but a few of our latestdiscoveries:
The Royal Tokaji Wine Co.Tokaji (Hungary) was the first region tobe defined as an appellation. There isnothing like it. Tokaji is a rich,intensely aromatic wine made fromshriveled Aszú grapes. This elixir willcellar indefinitely. Arriving just in timefor Christmas.
Didier DagueneauThe famous enfant terrible of the LoireValley. He made money as a motor-cross racer, canoed the Yukon Riverand raced dog sleds in Europe! Withsimple, organic viticultural methods,he produces the most remarkableSauvignon Blancs of France.En Chailloux Pouilly-Fumé $59.99
Jacky Dumangin ChampagneJacky is the winemaker and Gilles, hisson, is the marketer. Despite a restrict-ed output (7,500 cases), KWM is thefirst store in North America toimport his wines. Expect biscuity, fruit-driven, vivacious Champagne. Rosé NV $41.99Vintage 1995 $51.99
Coming Soon: Salon Champagne(France), Jasper Hill (Australia),Rotllan Torra (Priorato, Spain),Domaine des Aubusierses (Vouvray,France), La Rampa Di Fugnano(Tuscany, Italy), Vincent Pinard(Sancerre, France). Château deLancyre (Languedoc, France).
KENSINGTONWINE MARKET
ALWAYS AT YOUR SERVICE!
FREE SATURDAY TASTINGSDrop-in from 2 to 5 P.M. and taste
specially selected wines in an informal setting
?-?-?-? The De-Vine Truth ?-?-?-?What’s the difference between Port and Sherry?
A. Port is from the Douro Valley in Portugal while Sherry is from Jerezin southern Spain
B. Sherry is fermented to dryness, then Brandy is added. Port is partial-ly fermented then Brandy is added to kill the yeast.
KENSINGTON WINE MARKETWINTER SESSION
All courses start promptly at 7:00 pmSeating is strictly limited so book early to avoid disappointment, tel.: 283-8000It is recommended that those attending wine classes use public transportation
Courses are complete with light snacksInventory prices are subject to change.
Robertson Shiraz ’00 (r): A rare value from South Africa and a $10.49mainstay for KWM customers. Bold, ripe fruit wrapped in subtle tannins. Miguel Torres Cab. Sauv. Rosé ’99 : Incredible strawberry and $11.49raspberry flavours. The best rosé we’ve ever had! Staff pick and best buy!Chapoutier La Ciboise (r, w): This producer is a firm believer in the $13.99‘living soil’ and tends his vineyards with a deep respect for the environment.Luis Felipe Edwards Merlot ’99 (r): An excellent choice from Chile. $13.99Full-bodied with good fruit intertwined with herb and earth tones.Pozuelo Crianza ‘96 (r): Another amazing discovery from Spain. Don’t $13.99let the light colour fool you; it is full-bodied, meaty and will cellar well.Tyrrell’s Pinot Noir ’00 (r): A rare value for an inexpensive Pinot. $13.99Raspberries and ripe fruit with a smooth leathery finish. Disznoko Dry Furmint ’99 (w): An wonderfully fragrant sipping wine. $14.49A perfect match for any type of spicy food. Undervalued, underpriced.Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc ’00 (w): Ripe peach, melon and $14.99stonefruit flavours. Well-balanced with a subtle oak.Fox Wood Marsanne ’00 (w, x): Rich and fat with apple, pear flavours. $15.99Enjoyable today but will be better in one to two years. Phenomenal.Guenoc Chardonnay ’99 (w): From the famous Zinfandel producer. $15.99Notes of figs and tropical fruit with a slight touch of toasty oak. Well-crafted.Raimat Tempranillo ‘97(r): Stunning, vibrant and grapey. $15.99Unlike traditional Tempranillo; less wood more fruit. Paella anyone?Château Barréjat Madiran ’99 (r, x): From southwestern France. $16.49Deep rich colour with leather and animal tones. Very tannic, serve with food.Bookwalter Chenin Blanc ’00 (w, x): A delightful easy-sipping apéritif.$16.99Ripe, soft melon flavours with a wonderful finish of honey and citrus.Firesteed Pinot Noir ’99 (r): One of our favourite US Pinots is back! $16.99Nose of warm, rustic red fruit with a hint of rhubarb. Excellent bargain.Abbotts Cumulus Shiraz ’99 (r): From an Australian producer in $17.49southern France. A rustic Shiraz with big, bold fruit notes.Sandhill Merlot ‘99 (r): Burrowing Owl’s second label. Abundant $17.99berry flavours balanced by light oak. Very good length.Temple Bruer Cabernet/Merlot ‘96 (r): Full and straightforward $17.99with a charming finish which is difficult to find in wines at this price.Wild Trout Chardonnay/Marsanne ’99 (w, x): From Fox Wood. $17.99Citrus crispness complimented by melon and peach. A unique blend.Bucci Verdicchio '99 (w, x): Simply the best Verdicchio available. $18.99Full-bodied and viscous. Reminiscent of a thick Pinot Grigio.Mionetto “Sergio Cuvée” Prosecco (w): The high-end version of $18.99a long-time crowd pleaser. Beautiful fruit flavours. Pour it over strawberries! Legend: red (r) – white (w) – exclusive (x)
Top 20 Under $20Hewitson “Miss Harry” 2000 – From ancient Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah vines comes this seductive and exceptional blend. $31.99Jaffurs Mourvèdre 1998 – Complex and aromatic. Gorgeous violet colour. Robust flavours of roasted meat. One of KWM’s exclusive finds. $34.99Lucien Barrot Châteauneuf-du-Pape 1999 – A stunning vintage and an exceptional price. Earthy flavours intertwined with gorgeous fruit $36.99Olivier Walsham “Le Bel Amour” Brut – Phenomenal value for this truly elegant Champagne, lovely biscuit flavours. A KWM exclusive. $36.99Jermann Tunina 1999 – A unique blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc. Intense and elegant with a rich, lengthy finish. A luscious glass full. $52.99Staglin Family Chardonnay 1999 – Lightly aged in French oak, preserving ripe flavours of mango and papaya. Amazingly long finish, rare. $83.99Bussola Amarone TB 1997 – An award-winning wine. Scents of dried flowers with hints of leather and balsamic nuances. Richly complex. $86.99Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon – Western Australia’s finest producer. A subtle assemblage of ripe, dark fruit with elegant French finesse. $89.99
PortsSome real teeth-stainers to help ward off our cold dark winters!
Noval Silval 1997 – Still young. Should evolve for the next 15 yrs. $59.99Warre 1997 – Dark figs, dense and firm. Value!! $66.99Kopke 1994 – Known more for their colheitas. Top vintage. Value. $74.99Dows 1997 – Excellent vintage, a touch drier than Graham. $82.99Graham’s 1997 – A long keeper. Very high quality. $83.99Quinta do Vesuvio 1997 – Berries, pepper & very thick. Excellent $115.99Taylor Fladgate 1997 – The “Lafite” of the Douro. Top form. $120.99Fonseca 1997 – Big, muscular and robust. Another long keeper. $124.99
Single Malts and CognacIsle of Jura – A smooth, light satisfying dram. $31.99Laphroig 10 yr – Big smoke & peat from Islay. $36.49Longmorn – Big, full flavoured malt from Speyside. $49.99Bruichladdich 10, 15 & 20 – New! Medium bodied & smooth. From $57.99Old Pulteney – A fresh, salty, flavoured North Highland malt. $58.99Talisker Double Matured 1986 – Spicy, rich and full flavoured. $62.99Auchentoshan 3 wood – Velvety smoothness, pure bliss! $68.99Aberlour a’bunadh – Creamy flavour and a big sherry finish. $69.99Glenrothes – Spicy fruit in a smooth complex dram. $69.99Tamdhu 18 yr – Classic example of a Speyside malt. $89.99Adelphi Rosebank, Linkwood, Caol Ila, Benrinnes, and AultmoreRare single malts for the collector. Independent bottlers. From $94.99Macallan 25 yr old – The Rolls Royce of Single Malts. $249.99Chabasse VSOP Cognac – Flavourful with a quality finish. $42.99Hine Rare and Delicate – Smooth and classy. $59.99Bowen Extra – A chance to taste Cognac of the highest quality. $335.99
Santa’s Christmas Picks1. Rare Single Malts $50Here are some of the rarest malts in the world.From distillers who have closed their doors 20years ago, to others still mastering scarce produc-tions. Tue Jan 15, Thr Feb 72. Aussie Madness $60Australian wines are presently the hottest winesin the world. Don't miss this opportunity to tastethis exclusive lineup of the best. Thr Jan 17,Tue Feb 193. Tight Wad Oenophile $25Quality wines don't have to be expensive. Findout which ones our staff considers good value.Tue Jan 22, Thr Mar 74. Introduction to Red Wine $30This class is always packed. Learn how to tastewine and discover the differences between grapevarieties. Thr Jan 24, Tue Feb 265. Vintage Port $45Tint of ink, sugar of Brazil and spices ofIndia, all wrapped up in one glass. Tue Jan 29,Thr Mar 146. Tokaji, Wine of Kings, King of Wines $50A KWM first! Join us for a tasting of one of themost distinctive wines. Served with foie gras.Thr Jan 317. Sauternes, the Sweet Taste of Success $150An exceptional happening! Savour the ultimatein dessert wines, featuring the world’s best whitewine, Château d’Yquem. Served with crèmebrûlée, foie gras and Roquefort. Tue Feb 58. Amarone, The ‘Dried Grape Wine’ $50True Amarone, unlike some of the industrialproducts available today, is a breed apart. Don’tmiss this chance to taste some wines guaranteedto leave your head swimming. Tue Feb 129. Fizzical Attraction $50Bring someone special for a Valentine’s Day treat:Champagne and Callebaut chocolates! Thr Feb 1410. Classic Single Malts $30Our KWM “classic” is always a success. Whatbetter way to acquire a taste for the ole singlemalt without going to Scotland? All this whilemunching on oatcakes, smoked salmon and, ofcourse, “Haggis”. Thr Feb 21, Tue Apr 16
11. Bordeaux, A Breed Apart $150This technical tasting aims at analyzing the sub-tle contrasts between châteaux, regions and vin-tages, a unique learning event. Thr Feb 28,Tue Apr 912. Big House Reds $40Sign up early! ALL our last sessions sold out!Come taste some original reds from around theworld especially chosen by our staff. We will fea-ture six wines in the $35-$45 range. Tue Mar 513. Syrah, From Rhône to Australia $60The great grape of the Northern Rhône hasinspired winemakers worldwide. This tastingwill travel the globe in search of the best. Tue Mar 1214. Provence, the Taste of the Sun $40From the Greeks to the Romans to Peter Mayle,this part of the world has enamoured many. We’llshow you why. Tue Mar 1915. Tuscany, Centuries of Flavours $40Journey through the Tuscan countryside seatedin a chair with six glasses of wine in front of you.We’ll turn the thermostat up to make you feel athome. Thr Mar 2116. Food, the Ultimate Test $40Tonight we’ll examine how the flavours of foodcan enhance or detract from the character ofa wine. There are no definitive rules, howeverthere can be some deadly combinations. Tue Mar 2617. Kalifornia Surf’s Up $50Fusion flavours not only inhabit California butalso its wines. Abundance of sunshine and thebold entrepreneurial American spirit shinesthrough in their wines. Thr Mar 2818. Italy from Aglianico to Zibbibo $40Italian wines vary as much as its landscape andlike its people some can appear a little crazy.We’ll help you to appreciate their quirky behav-ior. Tue Apr 219. Wine & Cheese – A Heavenly Match $45An assortment of carefully selected wines fromKWM and eclectic cheeses from Janice Beatonwill be presented. Join us for a discussion on pair-ing wines with the cheeses. You be the judge!Thr Apr 420. ABC – Anything But Chardonnay $40Get off the main path! Be original! There are tastyalternatives to the perennial Chardonnay. Let usguide you into a new world of dry white wines!Thr Apr 11
ALL COURSES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE
?-?-?-? The De-Vine Truth ?-?-?-?Which 5 countries consume the most wine? (In liters per head)
We have many other Bordeaux. Visit our store to see our complete selection.Smaller print: We reserve the right to change prices and limit quantities without notice (although this rarely happens). Not all products are discountable. Prices do not include GST.
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