Friday, September 9, 2011

The Critics Agree On This Outstanding Chardonnay

2010 Hamilton Russell Chardonnay
$1 per Bottle Shipping on Six or More

The rave reviews keep coming in for Hamilton Russell Chardonnay. This is a South African Chardonnay that drinks like a cross between a top notch Sonoma Coast Chardonnay and a fine white Burgundy.

Stephen Tanzer, known to be a highly critical reviewer, rated the previous two vintages at 92 points, and in both cases referenced a similarity to Burgundy with comments such as “minerality that reminded me of Chardonnay from the Meursault/Puligny district” and “like a hypothetical blend of Meursault and Chassagne.”

The Wine Spectator has rated each of the last nine vintages of Hamilton Russell Chardonnay at 90 points or higher. The Wine Advocate rated the last two vintages with 92 points or better, and recently they awarded the 2010 Hamilton Russell Chardonnay a 93 point rating!

It’s not just getting attention with the American critics either. We held a dinner last Fall with Thierry Pillot, winemaker at Domaine Paul Pillot in Chassagne Montrachet, and he commented that he noticed Hamilton Russell Chardonnay on our shelves and told us he thinks it’s outstanding!

2010 Hamilton Russell Chardonnay, a truly outstanding 93 point Chardonnay for $23.99 per bottle with $1 per bottle shipping on six or more!

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate 93 Points

"Raised in 35% new oak barrels, the 2010 Chardonnay is more reserved than the 2009 but retains very fine delineation with hints of grapefruit and nectarine. The palate has a very attractive hazelnut and lanolin-tinged entry. It has wonderful definition and a taut, citrus finish that is long in the mouth. Try to resist temptation and cellar this for several years. Drink 2012-2020."

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Thursday, September 8, 2011

Tanzer’s Best Value Red Burgundy From 2009 Vintage

2009 Cornu-Camus Pernand Vergelesses
$1 per Bottle Shipping on Six or More

Our latest arrival from Burgundy’s much heralded 2009 vintage may be the best value we’ve discovered thus far. It is the Domaine Cornu-Camus Pernand Vergelesses. The village of Pernand Vergelesses is tucked in a small valley just behind the famous hill of Corton, home all of the Grand Cru red vineyards of the Cote de Beaune.

Possessing nice clean red fruit, elegance, and good mineral character, the 2009 Cornu-Camus Pernand Vergelesses is an exceptional value. You could cellar the wine 2-4 years, but we think it’s drinking so well right now that you’ll have a difficult time leaving the bottles alone that long.

The 2009 Cornu-Camus Pernand Vergelesses is Stephen Tanzer’s highest rated 2009 Red Burgundy under $50. In fact, it’s the highest rated Red Burgundy under $50 that he has ever reviewed. It’s a testament to just how good this Pernand Vergelesses really is!

A super value, we are offering the 2009 Cornu-Camus Pernand Vergelesses at just $21.99 per bottle. Plus, we’ve thrown in reduced shipping on six or more bottles!

Steven Tanzer, International Wine Cellar 91 Points

"Good bright medium red. Superripe aromas of maraschino cherry and cinnamon lifted by a note of rose petal. Sweet, lush and fine-grained, with a solid core of sappy cherry and raspberry fruit brightened by energetic minerality. Displays the flamboyant ripeness of the vintage without going over the top. Finishes with broad, dusty tannins and lingering spice and red fruit notes. You can easily spend $30 these days for mere Bourgogne rouge."

$1 per Bottle Shipping on 6 or More

More Information: 2009 Domaine Cornu-Camus Pernand Vergelesses

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Gift, Gourmet, & Flower Features for This Week

Gourmet Feature:


Tates All Natural Cookies $4.99

Send your little ones back to school with something yummy in their lunch boxes! These delicious treats are delivered fresh from our distributor every two weeks. A variety of flavors is available, including classics like oatmeal raisin and chocolate chip or potential new favorites like white chocolate macadamia nut and chocolate chip oatmeal cranberry.

Gift Feature:

Cosmoda Lunch Bags $15-$30

Our extensive new fall line of Cosmoda insulated, reusable fashion lunch bags has arrived. The new line features the Kathleen collection of insulated lunch pockets, which fit easily into your tote or gym bag. These sophisticated, fashionable and environmentally friendly lunch bags are available in a variety of styles and color patterns.


Flower Feature


Bunches of Iris 'Blue Magic", imported from Holland for $7.99






1308 Route 23 North • Wayne, NJ 07470 • 973-633-3900
E-mail: info@garyswine.com • Toll Free: 1-888-99-GARYS