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Weekend Wine Sampling!
Saturday, February 14th, from 12pm to 3pm!
Come down to Wine Library this Saturday to sample a stunning line-up of wines perfect for Valentine's Day, including a 98-point Chardonnay that will blow you away!
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Sampling Selection #1:
Monfort Trentodoc Monfort Cuvee 85 Brut
$24.99 on sale
The perfect bottle of bubbles to kick off your Valentine's evening! 
The sparkling wine tradition of Monfort was born in 1985 following a dream and a far-sighted vision of Lorenzo Simoni to transform the best Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from the mountain slopes into high-end metodo classico bubbles. Cuvee 85 is a champagne-esque blend of 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir from the mountainous northern Italian region of Trentino.
A rich and stylish sparkler perfect for any occasion!
91 Points James Suckling:
"Rich and flavorful with a generous, fruit-driven palate. It offers notes of candied lemons, peaches and fresh nuts, with a medium to full body and a creamy texture. Fine and smooth finish. Good concentration and length. Drink now."
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Sampling Selection #2:
2023 Errazuriz Pizarras Chardonnay
$59.99 on sale
This is the star of the table this weekend, and every fan of White Burgundy or premium Chardonnay in general needs to give this a try!
Hailing from Chile's Aconcagua Costa D.O., this high-elevation Chardonnay is intense but balanced.
There is only so much we can say about this wine that the massive reviews don't mention. Check them out below and make sure to taste this on Saturday!
98 Points James Suckling:
"An intense chardonnay with aromas of chalk, warm bread, brioche, seashells, stones and lemon zest. Less limey and a bit riper than usual, with a medium- to full-bodied palate and a chalky, mouthwatering finish. The zesty citrus and green apple flavors are strong. This is more complete and less austere and crystal clear than many of their previous vintages, with a richer mouthfeel. Saline and pithy in the finish, with length that’s all about pure lemon zest and seashells. Extension of lees contact to around six months helps increase the texture, with around 35% malolactic fermentation. Drink or hold."
96 Points Joaquin Hidalgo, Vinous:
"The 2023 Chardonnay Las Pizarras was fermented entirely in barrel, 12% new, with extended lees-contact and 35% total malolactic fermentation. The 2023 retains the purity that established this cuvée's stature among Chilean coastal Chardonnays but also moderates the austere style to a certain extent. Pure aromas of herbs and green apple emerge, along with orange blossom, hints of papaya and fennel, and a touch of anise. Ginger and beeswax develop with aeration. Moderately rich in the glass, the wine's bright lime flavors contrast with a creamy note on the palate. The profile is notably reductive, with nuances of slate adding tension and a talc-like texture. Delicious."
96 Points Matthew Luczy, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:
"The 2023 Las Pizarras Chardonnay represents another benchmark iteration of this bottling. It fermented and aged in 300- and 400-liter barrels, with 12% being new, and it underwent partial malolactic conversion. It opens with a crystal-clear nose of stone fruits, white flowers and citrus zest, enlivened by an oceanic freshness. On the palate, it perfectly balances vibrant energy and textural breadth, culminating in a snappy, energetic and focused finish with impressive length—a definitive example of contemporary Chilean Chardonnay."
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Sampling Selection #3:
2020 Top Source Columbia Valley Red
$24.99 on sale
This Rhone-style blend punches way above its price point and the top critics agree!
Top Source is a blend of Grenache and Syrah from the Columbia Valley in Washington State. The winery prides itself on sourcing the best fruit possible, hence the name.
With 4 massive scores, this is another example of letting the reviews speak for themselves. Taste this and then grab a bottle for your Valentine!
95 Points Wine Enthusiast:
"Distinctly floral, with earthy violets and oregano joining forces with boysenberries, basil, fresh-turned earth, aged balsamic vinegar and sweet gardenias. The mouthfeel is slick and slippery, with redcurrant, dried cherry, orange peel and sausage roll flavors caressing the palate."
95 Points Owen Bargreen:
"Outstanding in this challenging vintage, the 2020 Top Source Red Wine combines 60% Grenache with the remainder Syrah. This quite honestly smells like a Cayuse wine. The range of aromatics is really outstanding with Umami, hoisin sauce, wet stone, black truffle crudo and suggestions of boysenberry sauce. The palate is beautifully textured, with fantastic finesse and length. The combination of weight, finesse and flavor/aromatic range is downright stunning. Do not sleep on this beauty. Drink 2023-2030."
94 Points Eric Guido, Vinous:
"The 2020 Red Wine Columbia Valley is savory, with a burst of crushed ashen stones and dried blackberries accentuated by spiced citrus and camphor. This is silky-smooth and pliant. Crunchy mineral tones complicate vividly ripe red and blue fruits. The 2020 finishes incredibly long, crisply refreshing with a Violette pastille nuance that lingers on and on. The Columbia Valley Red Wine is juicy and fun yet full of character. It's a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah refined in all neutral oak."
94 Points Sean Sullivan:
"This is a blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, with a sizable portion of that fruit clearly coming from the stones in Walla Walla Valley. The aromas are exuberant, leading with notes of peat, fresh and dried tobacco, olive brine, crushed violet, wet rock, and a whiff of tangerine. There’s pleasing delicacy while still plenty of intensity to the soft-feeling, savory and umami-filled flavors, accented by olive and mineral notes. The finish sticks around for at least a 30-second count. It’s a stunner and a rare find at this price. 13.5% alcohol. 926 cases produced. TCA-free micro-agglomerated cork."
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Sampling Selection #4:
2019 Le Spinaie Brunello Di Montalcino
$34.99 on sale
2019 is an all-time vintage in Montalcino, and the wines are just starting to strut their stuff. The vintage as a whole received a whopping 98 point vintage score from Wine Spectator!
Le Spinae is made by the prestigious Villa Poggio Salvi and represents just how good Brunello can be without having to break the bank.
This is a spectacular wine that we can't wait for everyone to taste. Anyone heading to a BYO Italian spot for Valentine's Day needs to bring this!
94 Points James Suckling:
"Aromas of dark cherries, brambles and fresh, lifted floral notes of violets and lilacs. Medium body and a creamy, round texture with chewy yet polished and juicy tannins. Dense and focused. Succulent and zesty aftertaste. This will age beautifully. Try after 2027."
94 Points winescritic.com:
"Genuine and rich in substance, it is reminiscent of strawberries, red plums, green mandarins, geraniums, magnolias and gardenias. Pressed blueberries, raspberries and blood orange juice describe the secondary scene. Full body, very soft, well-smooth tannins and an enveloping finish of great stylistic precision. Better from 2025."
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This Week's Gourmet Department Highlights!
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- Emmi - Le Gruyere -
$13.99 each
As Le Gruyére AOP slowly matures in the cave-like atmosphere of our cellars, each wheel is delicately turned, lightly brined and brushed.
This brings out the inimitable flavor featuring notes of candied walnuts, dried fruit and spice.
This is the perfect Gruyere for grating if you're making gratin or french onion soup!
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- New Canaan Farms - Hill Country Caviar -
$7.49 each
Delighting tables since 1979 with small-batch jams, jellies, sauces, and salsas made from fresh, natural ingredients.
In 2022, the Waters family proudly carried that legacy to Utopia, Texas, where we live, work, and create today.
Their black-eyed pea relish adds new zest to everything from grilled pork chops and roast beef to baked potatoes and corn on the cob.
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- Estensis Nobilitas Balsamic Vinegar of Modena -
$25.49 each 
Authentic Italian IGP product characterized by its high-quality, aged, and dense profile.
Produced in Modena, Italy, by Acetaia Bellei, this balsamic is often used for gourmet pair pairings like aged cheeses, grilled meats, and salads.
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- Cambozola Classic - Blue Label -
$16.99 per lb (or $9.99 per lb with the Weekend Wine Tote)
The delicious secret of this popular classic is the high-quality cultures in the milk, which form a fine blue grain in the cheese during maturation.
The refined flavour of the blue mould in an extraordinary combination with particularly creamy soft-ripened cheese is what makes CAMBOZOLA so irresistible!
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- Mancini Calamaratta -
$5.99 each
A premium, artisanal Italian pasta from the Marche region, crafted from 100% estate-grown durum wheat and water.
Shaped like thick, 30mm rings resembling calamari, this bronze-die extruded pasta is slow-dried at low temperatures providing a rough, porous texture ideal for holding seafood and rich sauces.
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Gourmet Events at Wine Library!
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Exciting News: Gourmet Delights Now in Your Weekend Wine Tote!
We’re elevating your wine experience!
Now, as part of our Weekend Wine Tote Program, you can enjoy exclusive discounts on hand-selected gourmet items from our Cheese, Meats, and Complements sections.
Look for specially labeled items in the Gourmet Department to pair perfectly with your favorite wines.
Stock up on the best flavors for your weekend and save while you sip! 🍷🧀
Visit us this weekend to explore the new offerings! (Scroll down for more info on our Weekend Wine Tote!)
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Exciting news from our Beer Department!
We hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. As a fellow enthusiast of the craft beer world, our operations manager, Joao, is excited to extend an exclusive invitation to join our specialty beer offer sales list. Our Craft Beer selection has grown within the past few years and the selection keeps getting better.
Our operations manager, Joao, will TRY to send out an email once a week. You can order through email or call in to order. At this time beer orders can be either picked up at our physical location or delivered with our local delivery program if you're within our zip code range.
First come first serve on many items as you know some of these craft breweries only do small batches at a time.
You, as a discerning connoisseur, will have the privilege of accessing limited releases, barrel-aged wonders, and one-of-a-kind collaborations that are sure to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your beer experience.
What sets our beer offer apart is the meticulous selection of rare and exceptional brews that go beyond the ordinary. I've personally handpicked each beer to ensure its unique and of great quality.
This Beer email offers will include but not limited to:
-- Limited Edition Releases
-- Curated Selections
-- Tasting Notes With Each Offer
-- Exclusive Offers
To be part of this exclusive community of beer aficionados, simply click here to email Joao with "I'm in!" or click the link below to subscribe!
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If you are getting this email.... Just know that the Wine Library beer/cider/sake selection is in top form (there is always room for improvement)!
If you are a regular local customer, you already know this,s and it's our little secret that our craft selection is good. BUT you'll be the judge of that.
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Introducing the Weekend Wine Tote!
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Grab one of our Weekend Wine Totes the next time you are in the store! Not only is this an incredible reusable tote, but it also has a QR code on the front that, when you scan it with your phone, gives you a look at 6 special in-store wine deals that are incredibly discounted!
Each Friday, new wines are added so be sure to grab the tote when you stop in next, then bring it with you each week and enjoy some of the biggest wine deals we have to offer!!
Ask a Wine Library team member about the tote the next time you are in!
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Not signed up to WineText.com yet? See below on how to sign up!
Each day, WineText.com sends out one incredible wine deal with savings of up to 70%!
Here's the thing ... not only are the deals on WineText simply incredible, but you can also order the wine simply by replying to the text message with the number of bottles you would like to order!
Click here to sign up for WineText.com now!
or ....
If you reply Yes to this email and include your cell phone number, we can sign you up automatically.
We really are hoping obviously you reply yes with your phone number! The reality is, these deals are really better than you will find anywhere online. The fact that the pricing appears only on text and not anywhere else has attracted a huge number of suppliers and wineries to the Winetext.com service.
Bottom line, if you sign up and don't love the deals, you can reply with the word "STOP" in the thread and you will never see another message. We assure you, however, if you sign up even for a week or so, you will be shocked by the deals you see!
To sign up, simply do one of the following:
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Save more money when you come to Wine Library!
Use your phone and sign up for the In Store Library Card below!
You've asked. We listened. Use your phone below to sign up for our brand new In Store Library Card now! This will allow you to save even more money on a huge selection of wine, beer, spirits, gourmet and more each time you come to visit our shop in person! Look for special Library Card prices throughout the store the next time you visit Wine Library!
It's easy to sign up!
If you are reading this email on your mobile phone:
Click here to visit Winelibrary.com/loyalty to start signing up now!
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Pull out your mobile phone and follow the 4 quick and easy steps below!
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