We have made it through yet another successful June here in downtown Salida. A special thanks to all the volunteers and staff that worked so hard to make FIBArk and ArtWalk a success. These two staple Salida events continue to be a huge boost for our summer and local economy. Here is to a great summer Salida!
June weather has been a continuance of the spring pattern- much cooler and wetter than usual. I bet many of us are wondering will the snow ever melt in the high country and how long will the high water last? Who knows as this year continues to be so unlike the last. Below is an excerpt from last year’s July newsletter
“I believe it’s the first time in my lifetime I have seen any Stage III fire restrictions in Colorado and I hope it’s the last! Let’s keep our fingers crossed and be careful with any outdoor activity that could even create a spark. Fingers crossed for some rain!!!”
And this year will likely be a first in my lifetime that you could ski off the peak of Mt Shavano on the 4th of July or that the snow might not melt off some local trails until August. Wow!
Enough about the weather and on to the HOOCH! Make sure you stop by “The Jug” for the best deals and selection in the Upper Arkansas Valley. As always we will be glad to see you and assist you in your libation needs. “The Jug” would like to thank each and every one of you for your continued support in our 15th year of business. Happy 4th of July Salida, be smart, be safe and have an awesome July.
Sincerely,
The staff at Arlie Dale’s Jug Liquors
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Remember the Jug's monthly in store wine tasting every second Thursday of the month.
Join us
Thursday, July 11th, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
to taste something delicious!
- Red Wines -
Mas De Berceo Graciano 2016
Was $11.99 - Now $9.99
# 17 on the Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Best Buy list, Full-bodied, ripe and round with cherry, cassis, chocolate, herbal and spice notes with chewy tannins and a long finish. Great value. enjoy now with red meat.
91 pts - WE
Pionierro Red Wine 2016
Was $14.99 - Now $11.99
Intense garnet color, complex nose with touches of ripe fruit, jam and spices, full-bodied flavor and a very balanced finish.
Girasole Organic Pinot Noir 2017
Was $17.99 - Now $14.99
This rather light-bodied wine made from organic grapes tastes mild, smooth and nicely ripe so it's easy to sip and should please a crowd. The gentle texture, soft tannins and nice mix of fruit and mild spices are broadly appealing.
Ca de Calle Red Wine 2016
Was $19.99 - Now $15.99
Dark purple color. Forward nose of toasty plums, black cherry, and lilac flowers. On the palate the wine is rich and full, with layers of berry flavors and a hint of bittersweet chocolate. Finishes soft with balancing acidity.
- White Wines -
Whites Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2018
Was $13.99 - Now $10.99
James Suckling-Marlborough, New Zealand - "...bursting with passion fruit and limes, as well as sweet melon and peaches. The palate is packed with flavor. Passion fruit and mango rule the finish. Drink now..."
91 pts - JS
Primo Txkoli (Chacoli) 2017
Was $14.99 - Now $11.99
This wine's punchy, minerally citrus and stone fruit aromas set up a spritzy and lemony palate with sharp acidity. Its tart, tangy citrus and pineapple flavors finish long, with intense tartness. This is Txakoli in all its lean, acidic glory.
92 pts - WS
Abello Albarino 2017
Was $16.99 - Now $13.99
Appearance: Lemon straw in colour with golden hues, clear and bright.
Aroma: Intense fruit with highlights of pear, apple and peach.
Palate: Well integrated acidity, good concentration and balance. The freshness and fleshy texture of the stone fruit notes provides a great sense of harmony, yet with a beautifully crisp, zesty finish.
Preludio Chardonnay 2016
Was $16.99 - Now $13.99
This bottling was first produced in 1985 and was the first commercial Chardonnay made in Puglia. Over 30 years later, this is a solid representation of the variety, grown on the limestone hills of the Castel del Monte DOC. Fermented in stainless steel and aged in cement vats, this wine exudes ripeness struck against tense mineral sensations. Juicy peach and honeydew melon flavors are wrapped around a core of crushed rocks. This is silken in feel, yet balanced by driving acidity.
90 pts - WE
- Rose Wines -
Esperance Rose 2017
Was $13.99 - Now $9.99
This rosé bridges the gap between sunshine-driven fruits and the more mineral character of a classic pink wine, starting with a nose that blends ripe melon, strawberry and bubblegum aromas with wet river stones. The palate is crisp, bright and very stony, yet there is a peach element as well. Sure to please many palates.
91 pts - WE
- Sparkling -
Hoya de Cadena Organic Cava
Was $15.99 - Now $12.99
Dusty lemon-lime aromas are modest yet clean. This is a highly regular bubbly with a medium-level bead and yeasty, leesy flavors of melon and mild citrus fruits.
- Quik Piks -
Girasole Organic Zinfandel 2017
Was $16.99 - Now $13.99
This is a focused and enjoyable wine that offers an abundance of ripe blackberry and dark-plum flavors. Made with organic grapes, it boasts a full body and a soothing, smooth texture.
91 pts - WE
Girasole Organic Pinot Blanc 2018
Was $16.99 - Now $13.99
This wine balances flavorful, ripe fruit flavors with subtle acidity and a smooth, polished texture. Light hints of flowers and pistachios add complexity on the palate.
90 pts - WE
- Connoisseurs Corner -
Elizabeth Rose Chockablock 2016
Was $24.99 - Now $19.99
This Red Blend displays intense and vibrant daark red cherry with hints of chocolate. A lush, fleshy, and appealing palate of red fruits and spices. It is well balanced with integrated soft & round tannins making it is easy to drink now with the perfect balance of strength and elegance.
