September is here! I love this time of year in the valley, it might just be my favorite! Right now with the kids already back in school for nearly 3 weeks I feel like I have fast forwarded right through the end of August. In September things do slow down a bit, but we still have Labor Day weekend and the 7 Peaks Music Festival in Buena Vista, the Fiber Festival, Bike Fest, HRRMC Fundraiser and yet another big event in Buena Vista in its second season 14er fest!! Even with a long list of events on the calendar it does slow down in comparison to the past few months so it’s a great time to enjoy many local places all to ourselves.
The next time I write this letter the leaves in the high country will mostly be on the ground (yes really) the leaves will be in full force here in the valley, the sun will be noticeably lower in the sky and the days shorter…yikes!! So until then get out and get some. And while getting some, be sure to come and see us at the F street bridge so we can help keep you nice and refreshed from your activities. In celebration of the beginning of the harvest season we have over 4 organic wines to choose from and as always you know we will have the best deals in the valley. Till next time.
Sincerely,
The staff at Arlie Dale’s Jug Liquors
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- Red Wines -
Albet I Noya Tempranillo 2016
Was $13.99 - Now $11.99
On the nose, this wine expresses notes of dark fruits such as blackberries. Medium-bodied in style, it is well-structured on the palate with soft, rounded tannins. Flavors of sweet berries such as strawberry and cherry abound. Vinified in stainless steel, the Albet i Noya Tempranillo is a pure expression of one of Spain’s most popular varietals. This wine will evolve nicely over 2-3 years.
Guerrierei-Rizzardi Valpolicella 2015
Was $15.99 - Now $12.99
The Valpolicella displays the merits of this much heralded vintage, more full bodied than most years with a wealth of ripe, dark berried fruit, the wine is structured and vibrant with fine tannin, giving support and a lively freshness balancing the rich nature of the fruit.
90 pts - Decanter Magazine
Girasole Cabernet 2016
Was $15.99 - Now $13.99
This Cabernet Sauvignon will delight you with wonderful aromas of ripe blackberries, dried cranberry and cracked pepper. Upon taking your first sip you will notice flavors of sweet red fruits, baking spice and just a hint of toasty French Oak. This lovely wine lingers on the palate and awakens the senses! -winemaker Jason Welch.
*Certified CCOF – California Certified Organic Farmers
Girasole Pinot Noir 2015
Was $19.99 - Now $15.99
Earthy, tea notes with light cherry and red currant. Very light tannin and balanced acidity makes this a superb wine for salmon.
*Certified CCOF – California Certified Organic Farmers
- White Wines -
Domaine de Pellehaut Gascogne 2017
Was $9.99 - Now $7.99
Blend of Sauvignon, Colombard, Ugni Blanc, Chardonnay, Gros Manseng and Petit Manseng.
The vineyard is situated on three gently rolling hills. The Chardonnay variety is planted on mainly clay-limestone soils and the property also has a proportion of sand and clay, that produces very fine, aromatic whites.
Harvested fruit is cleaned and then put into temperature controlled vats. Once selected yeasts have been added, the musts are fermented for approximately two weeks at low temperature. When the alcoholic fermentation is completed, the wines are racked once and put back into vat where they are aged on their lees for 3 to 5 months. They are kept in vat until bottling and only blended at this point.
Alverdi Pinot Grigio 2017
Was $11.99 - Now $9.99
A fresh, floral bouquet with notes of acacia flowers, this dry white wine is well balanced with lively white fruit flavors. Harvested from Italy's premier regions for the cultivation of Pinot Grigio, the grapes are vinified in stainless steel and released soon after the vintage to preserve the integrity of the fruit and maintain the naturally fresh character of the variety.
Girasole Chardonnay 2017
Was $16.99 - Now $13.99
Bright and sunny, with aromas of lemon verbena, peach, white nectarine and baked pear.
Guerriere –Rizzardi Soave 2016
Was $15.99 - Now $12.99
The estate Soave gives fresh, cool climate fruit on the nose leading into the palate which is light in body, but with good density of fruit. Again cooler citrus and pear fruit and an underlying refreshing mineral character persist on the palate.
- Rose Wines -
Notre Dame Rose 2016
Was $10.99 - Now $7.99
A vibrant pink color with tints of orange. Perfumed and floral, with sweet strawberry, flowers, mint, and cherry blossom aromas. Hits the palate with freshness, elegant texture, bright acidity and a clean, dry profile. Beautiful mineral notes add complexity to the medium-bodied, well-balanced, and lively finish. Harvested overnight, fermented at very cold temperatures, and rested on the lees before bottling. Undergoes a partial malolactic fermentation to add texture and finesse. Drink alongside traditional Mediterranean dishes such as couscous, paella, ceviche, and anything from the sea. Also works well as an aperitif.
- Sparkling -
LaLucaProsecco NV
Was $16.99 - Now $13.99
The nose is instantly defined and distinctive, offering up bold orchard fruits, crisp pears, and lemon curd, all of which come together in a rich, creamy off-dry style that is extremely appealing. There is a deft touch of minerality, playing nicely against the subtle sweetness of the wine. Vinified entirely in stainless steel employing the Charmat method, native, indigenous yeasts are utilized when possible. The finish shows excellent length and fine overall balance. Serve chilled as an aperitif.
92 pts - Ultimate Wine Challenge
- Quik Piks -
Chateau Bonnet Bordeaux Rouge 2015
Was $13.99 - Now $10.99
Full-bodied. The soft tannin provides beautiful balance and great length. The flavour profile follows through from the bouquet, accompanied by spicy overtones. This delicious fruity wine is delightful young. It is idea with poultry and pasta dishes.
Chateau Bonnet Bordeaux Blanc 2016
Was $13.99 - Now $10.99
The aromatic nose shows notes of ripe peach and meyer lemon with floral underpinnings. On the palate, it is medium bodied with food-friendly acidity.
- Connoisseurs Corner -
La Côte du Py, Morgon, Le Cru aux Roches Pourriés 2014
Was $19.99 - Now $14.99
The nose is perfumed with aromas of strawberry and raspberry. The palate is vibrant and fruity with hints of spruce and a beetrooty, earthy finish.
