The past 3 years have been some of the best vintages to date in almost any region; Bordeaux, Burgundy, California, Washington, Oregon and so forth, but only a few have had outstanding vintages both in 2009 and 2010, the Rhone happens to be one of them. Some of the best wines, since 2007, have been recently released and if you follow ratings or don’t, it doesn’t matter because the quality is in the glass. Rich, dense, structured, firm, age-worthy and balanced are just a few of the descriptors when reviewing the wines from these vintages, but act fast because it will all be sold before you know it. So take advantage of the wines from these vintages whether they are inexpensive and ready to drink now, or expensive and meant to be drunk years down the road, because nothing good ever lasts. Continue reading Cotes-du-Rhone 2009 & 2010- Buy Them While You Can!!
John MacLellan – a native of the island of Islay, one of the premier areas of production of Scotch Whisky, will be hosting a special showing of Kilchoman Scotch. John has been with Kilchoman Distillery for 2 years, following 21 years at Bunnahabhain Distillery.
Colonial Spirits is pleased to offer our first exclusively brewed beer, made by OPA OPA Brewing – Tavern Disorder Porter! Available in growlers, while supplies last – only $9.99+dep
The Mayans predict that the world will come to an end in 2012. At Colonial Spirits, we thought this would be a great time to discuss what drink we’d want to go out with. In this video, Nicolay, Nic, and Tim tell us what they’d be sipping on that final day. Nicolay would enjoy a Champagne. Nic opts for a Riesling. And Tim chooses an India Pale Ale.
This time of year always seems so busy. I’d like to get back to that anticipation of Christmas Day and all of the excitement that comes with the holiday season. Wouldn’t we all?
