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“It’s about time Grayson Cellars receives recognition for the extraordinary bargains it is creating. There is a lot of high quality fruit available for buying and turning into wine given the hard economic hit vineyards of California have absorbed, and Grayson Cellars appears to be exploiting that to their advantage as well as to that of consumers. Winemaker Larry Levin is doing some remarkable work here, turning out wines that defy belief given their price points. Kudos to him and the owner of Grayson Cellars.” —Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate Feb 2010

CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2013It shows a dark ruby color with a rich nose of blackberry, raspberries and hints of black pepper. This intense Cabernet is full of artful fruit, provides a round mouth feel and a soft lingering finish with hints of

toasted French oak.

CHARDONNAY 2013It is brilliantly ripe and shows bright, brisk acidity and good minerality

with notes of pineapple and apricot. The palate offers green apple fruit with a crisp finish showing gentle hints of apple pie and vanilla flavors.

MERLOT 2013It is sumptuous and rich with a beautiful purple garnet color. The aromas

show rich complexity of black cherry preserves, currant and white chocolate. This is a magnificently decadent Merlot that finishes with soft

tannins, dark fruits and elaborate oak.

ZINFANDEL 2012It shows a dark color with rich mixed raspberries, strawberries and brambles surrounded by hints of spice including black pepper and

bacon. Intense richness carries through on the palate of this full bodied wine with explosive blackberry and vanilla flavors. The wine’s finish is long

and elegant.

$10.99Everyday $13.99

PINOT NOIR 2013Aromas are exotic in raspberry and plum with a mix of cherry, violets, and

a hint of sandalwood. Flavorful and silky in the mouth with good body, this wine has good texture and a lingering finish with a hint of toasted

French oak.

$13.99Everyday $16.99

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G N A R LY H E A D – T H E I R S T O R YAt Gnarly Head it all starts in the vineyard. Our quest for outstanding Zinfandel led us down a country road into the heart of Lodi, California revealing a sea of gnarled, 35-80 year-old vines pruned in a special, mop-topped way called “head trained.” True gnarly heads, these old vines yield fewer grape clusters with smaller berries than trellised vines. These mighty little berries produce intense, bold wines that are deep in color with concentrated dark fruit flavors. Inspired by the gnarled sentinels of California’s wine growing tradition, we decided to name our company Gnarly Head, because after all, it is all about the vine.

But Zinfandel is not the only grape that can be Gnarly. Our winemaking team selects grapes from some of the best vineyards in Northern California for our Gnarly Head Chardonnay, Cab (Cabernet Sauvignon), Pinot Noir, Merlot and Pinot Grigio.

These bold, sophisticated wines are crafted to be enjoyed with a wide selection of foods, and made to bring people together, to enjoy with laughter, to celebrate past escapades and future adventures. Enjoy!

BEST WINES UNDER $10 750 ML

CABERNET SAUVIGNONRich, fruit-driven, and dense, with a juicy core of dark fruit.

PINOT NOIRVoluptuous, sleek tannins and lush fruit with flavors of violet, black cherry and plum.

ZINFANDELRich, dark berry flavors with layers of spice, plum, pepper and vanilla.

MERLOTBoldly fruit-driven, with concentrated black stone fruit flavor.

CHARDONNAYFresh, vibrant and fruit forward, a Chardonnay for an adventurous spirit.

$8.99Everyday $10.99

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All sizes and vintages are in stock at the time of publication.In the event advertised vintages sell out, subsequent vintages

may be offered at the same price.

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CLARKCARTLIDGE & BROWNECABERNET SAUVIGNONALEXANDER VALLEY 2012

There is no wonder that this wine flew off the shelves during the holiday season. At a price under $20 this Cabernet really delivers. C & B specializes in wines from the North Coast region selecting best lots and crafting wines that are ready to enjoy upon release. I enjoy the 2012 Cabernet from the first nosing right down to the satisfying long finish.

$14.99Everyday $19.99

BELL VINEYARDSSYRAHSIERRA FOOTHILLS 2012

Anthony Bell’s Syrah has been a favorite of mine for many vintages now, and therefore, a wine that I always depend on to deliver and impress. There is just something about the 2012 which makes me think maybe it’s the best vintage yet. The rich dark fruit melds nicely with spice and soft tannin – great to enjoy by the glass and perfect with a wide variety of foods.

$20.99Everyday $27.99

DAVID F.

TOSO BRUTSPARKLING WINEARGENTINA

Budgets may be tight after the holidays but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy some bubbles in January. This 100% Chardonnay Brut is a great sipper by itself or perfect for sparkling wine cocktails. Bring in those Colonial Wines gift certificates you got for Christmasand load up. Happy 2015. CHEERS! – JH

$7.99Everyday $9.99

JIMMY

CHRIS K.SILVER OAKCABERNET SAUVIGNONALEXANDER VALLEY 2010

The 2010 Alexander Valley Cabernet from Silver Oak just might be one of the best vintages of this legendary cabernet from one of the most recognizable names in the California wine industry. With a beautiful, dark color this cabernet is big, yet shows finesse and elegance, and it’s from one of the cooler harvests in decades. The palate is full of dark berries, tobacco, and mocha, ending with a very long and layered finish. Enjoy with roasted meats, or fireside on a late winters evening.

$63.99Everyday $79.99

CHATEAU MUSAR2007

Looking for something off the beaten path? How about a nice cabernet-based blend (largely cab, cinsault & carignan) from Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley? This part of the world has been making wine for thousands of years, and should be discovered if you haven’t already. Not only that, Chateau Musar was the first winery in the region to obtain organic certification! This wine is quite dense. Its plummy spiciness, as well as its hints of coffee bean and mushroom, makes it pair quite well with grilled meats, game, casseroles, or maybe a gratin. Enjoy! – D. Taylor

$41.99Everyday $51.99

DAVID T.CAPITAN-GAGNEROTBOURGOGNE PINOT NOIR2011

As a chef, I like to pick wines that compliment my creativity in the kitchen – not overpower and mask the flavors I have worked hard to create. This wine does just that. It is perfect with lamb or roasted beef tenderloin, duck and other light game, even with grilled salmon.

$19.99Everyday $24.99

HENRIK

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SUMMIT BREWING CO.FROST LINE RYE6-PACK, 12 OZ. BOTTLES

Summit Frost Line Rye has arrived to bring you out of your midwinter doldrums. Citrus hop aromas mesh together with a bold rye spice to create a profoundly enjoyable brew that boasts notes of roasted malt, sweet caramel, with a mild yet satisfying hop bitterness. Roasty, nutty, spicy, sessionable, and most importantly delicious. Savor.

$7.99Everyday $8.99

COLIN’SBEER PICK

HIGHLAND PARK12-YEAR-OLD SINGLEMALT SCOTCH

Read reviews for this whisky and you will see over and over that this is the one that opened up the floodgates for people. I fall in this group also, as I never cared for Scotch much before this dram came into my life. This is all around a great bottle. Sweet and smoky, salt and spice, it’s got something for every whisk(e)y lover. I’m so happy to be able to offer this on sale all January long!

$48.99Everyday $54.99

JESSE’SSPIRIT PICK

BOULEVARD BREWINGBULLY! PORTER6-PACK, 12 OZ. BOTTLES

Bully! Porter from Boulevard Brewing Co. is definitely worthy of the exclamation mark in its name. That is thanks to its complex, yet well balanced array of flavors and aromas found inside each 12oz bottle. Robust roasted malts, a creamy mouth feel and a dry finish make this English porter one of my top picks for the winter season; and, for under $9.00 a six pack it’s a steal.

$7.29Everyday $8.29

CHRIS M’SBEER PICK

LAPHROAIGQUARTER CASK

This 48% abv Scotch comes from one of the most well-known distilleries in Islay. What is different about this Laphroaig is that it is a fairly balanced Scotch! It has the campfire bomb, but is accompanied by an explosion of sweetness. Because the second casks are much smaller, the whisky doesn’t need as much time to become so complex. It is aged for 5 years and finished for 7 months in a quarter cask. If you are up for a Scotch that will keep you warm in this cold month, this whisky should be your pick!

$49.99Everyday $61.99

TRACEY’SSPIRIT PICK

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TRIPLE CROWN NORTH AMERICAN BLENDED WHISKEYThe Best Tasting Whiskey at Any Price. The finest ingredients, a master distiller, and 70 years’ experience. Triple Crown is the highest quality, best tasting North American Blended Whiskey at any price.

$24.99Everyday $37.99

DEWAR’S WHITE LABEL SCOTCH WHISKEYIt never varies. If Master Blender A J Cameron walked into the blending room today, he’d still recognize the Dewar’s White Label he created back in 1899. LIVE TRUE. (from dewars.com)

$34.99Everyday $39.99

KETEL ONE VODKAThis is true handmade vodka, made in small batches that guarantee smoothness. Enjoy now!

$43.99Everyday $48.99

TANQUERAY GINIt starts with the man. Charles Tanqueray. The bold spirit who traded the church for the still and in the process, created one of the world’s most awarded gins. Tonight we toast the bold spirit worthy of its seal and 180 years of distilling excellence. (from tanqueray.com)

$36.99Everyday $43.99

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CONNOISSEUR’SSPIRIT BUYS 750 ML

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RAPTOR RIDGE PINOT NOIRWILLAMETTE VALLEY,OREGON, 2012

If you’re not familiar with Oregon wines, then this is a great starting ground! Winemakers from the Willamette Valley strive to produce old world wine with a new age twist. This Pinot Noir is full bodied with rich and lush flavor. Indulge with a glass on its own, or take it to your next family gathering. – Enjoy!

$19.99Everyday $26.99

HASTINGS

SOUTHERN STARBURIED HATCHET STOUT4-PACK, 12 OZ. CANS

If everything is bigger in Texas, then Southern Star’s Buried Hatchet Stout is truly massive. Black as pitch, yet smoothand creamy, and rippling with rich, dark chocolate androasted coffee, Buried Hatchet is quite simply one of thebest American stouts your money can buy.

$8.99Everyday $10.19

COLIN’SBEER PICK

HET ANKER LUCIFERBELGIAN STRONG PA4-PACK, 16.9 OZ. CANS

Lucifer enters with fresh lemon and pear aromas that brighten the beer’s bready, bubblegum scents. Tickly carbonation carries soft bread notes with a bit of sugar sweetness across the palate. A tart lemon zest flavor bursts in the middle, followed by lemon pith and ripe pear. The beers refreshingly dry finish clings to lemon and pear while a touch of alcohol warms the chest.

$15.99Everyday $16.99

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TRIPLE CROWNNORTH AMERICANBLENDED WHISKEY

“But Jesse,” you say, “We are known for Bourbon in the US and leave blended whiskey to the Canadians.” “Not always,” I say back to you with an award-winning smile and twinkle in my eye. I hand you a glass of the stuff. Immediately, you’ll find hints of vanilla, caramel, and good minerality in this sweet spirit. It is a great bottle to keep in the fridge for a quick drink with friends or family. This crowd-pleasing whiskey is well worth your time, especially at this price.

$14.99Everyday $19.99

JESSE’SSPIRIT PICK

10 CANE RUM,TRINIDAD

10 Cane Rum is premium rum created from only the first press of sugar cane in Trinidad. The golden color is derived from aging this world-class spirit in French oak barrels. It is called 10 Cane, because it takes 10 stalks of cane to produce this rum. On the nose, this rum boasts of light fruit, vanilla, and caramel. The taste is sweet, but not too sweet, and has a velvety feel. There is a hint of citrus and honey as well. This rum can be sipped or mixed in a premium cocktail, because it is not near as sweet as rum that is made from molasses. If you want to break away from the norm, and try a superior product, this won’t let you down!

$24.99Everyday $30.99

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LAGAVULIN 16-YEAR-OLDSINGLE MALT SCOTCHThe Islay representative in the ‘Classic Malts’ series is a deep, dry and exceptionally peaty bruiser. Probably the most pungent of all Islay malts, Lagavulin is not for the faint-hearted but inspires fanatical devotion in its many followers. (whiskyexchange.com)

$84.99Everyday $99.99

MAESTRO DOBELDIAMANTE TEQUILA Rated 93 – Highly Recommended – Excellent by Tequila.net, they say “unique and mild spirit, containing many smooth aromas and flavors, minus the standard Agave attributes. Very drinkable. Tasted blind it would be difficult to categorize.”

$34.99Everyday $49.99

DOBEL REPOSADO TEQUILAEach bottle of Dobel™ Tequila is double-distilled, matured in Hungarian White Oak barrels, and filtered for exceptional smoothness and clarity. Dobel™ Tequila is recognized for its superior smoothness.

$27.99Everyday $33.99

MOUNT GAY XO RUMAn opulent blend of the finest spirits aged for 8 to 15 years. Where Eclipse is floral and fruity, Extra Old blends significantly older barrels of mainly double pot distillates that have rounded these crisper notes into a subtler balance. It exudes the finesse that only time can bring and offers a true taste of paradise from the rum that invented rum.

$39.99Everyday $46.39

MAKER’S 46 BOURBONWe age Maker’s 46® a bit longer inside barrels containing seared French oak staves. The staves create bolder, more complex flavors — while eliminating the bitterness that usually comes with whiskies that are aged longer. (from makersmark.com)

$28.99Everyday $35.99

1.75 LITERSPIRIT BUYS

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FOUNDERS’ ESTATE BY BERINGER

CABERNET SAUVIGNONbursts with lush black fruit and intense cassis flavors that compliment the baking spice and vanilla aromas. Structured tannins and a long

finish make this unmistakably a California Cabernet that can be enjoyed immediately.

MERLOTHints of plum and brown spice on the nose compliment the boysenberry,

blackberry and blueberry finish on the palate. It’s well-balanced, soft tannins make this wine a perfect accompaniment to a variety of foods,

such as grilled meats or hearty vegetable dishes.

CHARDONNAYThe rich tropical fruit, light citrus and sweet oak aromas and flavors

of Beringer Founders Estate Chardonnay make it the perfect accompaniment to a wide variety of dishes such as grilled chicken, pasta

served with light cream sauce or fresh fish or scallops sautéed with a touch of lemon butter.

$12.99Everyday $17.99

1.5 LITER WINE SELECTIONS

CHÉ GAUCHO

MALBEC / MERLOTChé Gaucho Malbec I Merlot is a dry 50-50 blend with big, juicy

blackberry flavors and tones of Asian plum, ripe black cherry and licorice. This strong red is marked by a velvety texture and complex finish. It’s

great with beef ribs, burgers, and pizza.

CABERNET / MERLOTThe Ché Gaucho bold 50-50 Cabernet Sauvignon I Merlot blend is

dominated by distinctive black currant flavors with a hint of mint and cherries and a long, smooth finish. This big boy is great with grilled

steaks, prime rib, or rack of lamb.

CHARDONNAYChé Gaucho Chardonnay delivers a smooth, rich flavor of melon and

green apples with light notes of butter. Oak spice emerges toward the finish. Try it with chicken risotto, Ceviche, or lobster bisque.

$8.99Everyday $10.99

LADERA CABERNET SAUVIGNONHOWELL MOUNTAIN RESERVE 2010100% Cabernet Sauvignon – 100% Howell MountainThe 2010 Ladera Howell Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon showcases the best our vineyard has to offer. Rich and decadent, this deep ruby Cabernet Sauvignon displays gorgeous aromas of ripe blackberries and black cherries

with notes of fresh mint, cocoa, vanilla and nutmeg. The concentrated and well-structured palate is rich and pure with ripe black fruits, firm yet supple tannins, and a refreshing beam of acidity that carries through to a long and persistent finish. —Winemaker Notes

$54.99Everyday $82.99

CELLAR SELECTION 750 ML

Wine.com sold outof this wine at $71.99 each

TASTEFUL CELEBRATIONS!Gone are the days when libations simply played a supporting role at celebrations. Today, they ARE the celebration.

We can create social gatherings around sampling Scotch, critiquing craft beer or rating Rieslings.Tasting parties are fun, educational and social. Here are some ideas to help you plan one this year:

THEME: For beer, you might choose seasonal ales. Wine might be based on the type of grape. And with liquor, you

could compare regions. Themes make it fun and easier to coordinate.

GLASSWARE: No plastic cups or straight-sided glasses. Save the red Solo cups for tailgating. Tulip shaped wine glasses are great for a variety of tasting events.

PROGRAM: List the products with a brief description. Leave room for your guests to make notes. A tasting placemat is a nice touch.

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BOURBON TASTING SCORE CARDDISTILLER: AREA:AGE: CLASSIFICATION:OTHER:

APPERANCE: 1 2 3 4 5 CLOUDY CLEAR

NOSE: 1 2 3 4 5 SIMPLE COMPLEX

TASTE: 1 2 3 4 5 VINEGARY TART BALANCED

PALATE 1 2 3 4 5 HOT BALANCED

FINISH: 1 2 3 4 5 HARSH SMOOTH

QUALITY: 1 2 3 4 5 BELOW AV SUPERIOR

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