Hurley Selection
2008 Bernard Bouvier
This is everyone's favorite Bourgogne Rouge - incredible value, amazing Pinot Noir flavor - pure, red fruits.
"... At their best, the '08s Côte de Nuits reds are excellent wines with vibrant acidities that speak clearly and eloquently of their underlying terroirs. They are refreshing, energetic, balanced, fresh, intense, pure and racy middle weight wines that generally carry low alcoholic levels and display ample amounts of those ineffable qualities of tension and presence." Allen Meadows,
Burghound La Revue du Vin de France has already called him "one of the most talented winemakers of his generation."
It's important to track down the skilled growers from lesser known vineyards who can turn out wines that out-taste their appellations by a wide margin.
When I find a grower like that, I am persistent. Bernard's Bourgogne Rouge is grown right on the border of Marsannay in the Cotes de Nuits in the village of Chenoves on a very special parcel of land.
Bernard uses some oak, but nothing new to avoid overwhelming the fruit.
It is probably the most concentrated Bourgogne Rouge I've tasted. You are experiencing all that is great in Pinot Noir in this glass at a wonderful price for good Burgundy.
Bernard's first vintage was in 1986. He bans chemical treatments holds yields to a minimum. Bernard does not fine or filter his wines. They are rich and intensely flavored and authentic expressions of the terroir.
You probably know by now that I'm always on the lookout for the great, little wines from independent winemakers who believe first in quality.
Finding these wines is a particular challenge in Burgundy. The quantities are so small and the worldwide demand for Burgundy is high and getting higher and the prices are way past roof high at this point.
If you are after a great expression of French Pinot Noir at a refreshingly sane price (and who isn't these days), you cannot ignore Bernard Bouvier.
This is a pre-order offer. Wine is expected in 10 days to two weeks.
3 Bottles: $84
6 Bottles: $150
2 Cases: $538 Each addtional case after two: $269, plus tax.
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12 bottles+: 15%
24 bottles+: 20%
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The Newsletter
est. Sept. 16, 2004 | |
2010 Regional Gold Winner Friday, July 30, 2010 |
Hi Folks,
Can't recall a time when we've enjoyed a summer so thoroughly sunny and hot - it's been a season of lazy days, cold drinks and simple, heat-free food.
It's actually a summer built for The Vin Bin, especially with our growing list of local and imported cheeses, locally brewed craft beers, new bread purveyor and a wide assortment of value-driven, light and crispy wines.
For instance, this Friday Night's Tasting will feature French, Spanish and Italian beauties that hug the value line and offer summer-sensible characteristics. Our Spanish white, the Garciarevalo "Casamaro" Rueda was just featured this week in the Boston Globe. But that's just one of five right-out-of-the-bottle delicious selections we will have.
Plenty of summer left for the 2010 Getaway Case. A summer six pack filled with an assortment of best sellers and summer appropriate wines, all for $69.99.
 Our annual trip to Shelburne Farms in Vermont resulted in new discoveries. While we wait for those new cheeses to arrive, we will entertain you with the Grafton Village 1-year Clothbound Cheddar, which is aged in the Caves of Jasper Hill. While we have it in stock, the Grafton cheddar will be on sale for $9.99/lb.
And think how good that will be melted on a slice of Nashoba Brook Bakery's Harvest Loaf? Try all our new breads, delivered fresh each day.
We look forward to seeing you back from vacations, all tanned and ready to enjoy Summer 2010, Part II.
Cheers!
Rick, Julie, Kim, Erica, Chris, Joyce, Mike, Val, Amy, Erin & Erin and Amber.
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Friday Night's Tasting
2 009 Garciarevalo "Casamaro" Rueda. Tasted this a month ago, loved it and waited for the new delivery. Ironically, we are getting it in just as it's receiving publicity for being a summer winner.
 2009 Domaine Richou Cabernet D'Anjou Rose. I'm bringing a bottle of this to every single home I'm invited to this summer. You want to talk wine? Let's drink this first. Ripe, strawberry/bright berry, tad bit of sweetness, refreshing.
2008 Domaine Augis Valencey Blanc Loire. Snappy Sauvignon Blanc from Loire, a must with our goat cheeses.
2009 Scagliola Barbera Asti "Mati." The first vintage of this wine, all organic and stainless steel fermented for full fruit, clean flavor. Made to be drunk now and ready for instant gratification.
 2009 Joan d'Anguera Garnatxa Montsant. Brand new to the US, 100% Grenache with huge, grapey body. In this case, young vines produce a much fruitier offering, better suited for this weather and immediate drinking.
Please join us Friday night, tasting wines specially priced. Wines opened at 5 p.m.
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2010 Getaway Case
Summer Six Pack
T he Summer Six Pack is this year's version of the 2010 Getaway Case - six wines that you can take to the beach, park, camping, boat or front steps.
New for this year - we've added two eco-friendly packaged wines - two wines not in boxes, not in bags, but in Tetrapaks.
Perfectly safe for bringing to the pool, campground, beach - no glass, no can.
Best of all, the wine is organic, delicious and you get 33% more wine. Vin Bin endorsed!
This year's price: $69.99, and that includes the fancy Vin Bin canvas tote bag. If brought separately, nearly $90.
Give us a call and we'll put one aside for you.
The wines:
2009 Yellow & Blue Torrontes (organic/Tetrapak): From  Argentina, the essence of Viognier and Riesling, but lighter and fruity. A great wine to have with salads, seafood, spicy cuisine. Liter sized.
2009 3 Stones Sauvignon Blanc: Fresh New Zealand tropical fruits, melon. Good with chevre, good with sushi or barbecue ribs (yes, try it).
2008 Gold Oak Chardonnay: Our sleeper favorite - all the goodness of Californian Chard, butter, toast, nutmeg, pineapple. Have with shellfish or while sitting in the screened porch watching the fireflies.
2008 Yellow & Blue Malbec (organic/Tetrapak): Want red wine where bottles are not allowed? Here's a nifty little Malbec in a safe container. Think about that camping trip as the night gets cold and you want a little warm red around the campfire. Liter sized.
2008 Ducceto Chianti, Our all purpose dinner wine. Chianti will work with hearty seafood, just chill it down a bit, but of course, open a bottle with pizza/pasta.
2007 Le Grand Noir GSM. For a bolder red, stands up to just about anything charred, not very tannic and soft enough for cocktails.
That's this year's selections, and don't forget, comes in the Vin Bin tote.
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 "We all must have a belief in something...I believe I'll have another glass of wine"
Cheers!
Rick and Julie Lombardi
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