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Spring Wine Tote

Back by popular demand is our hand-picked wine tote! We are making this a seasonal item so that you can be sure that you’re enjoying all of the most popular wines of the current season! First up, is our Spring Wine Tote! We have picked a selection of six wines that are as light and bright as the weather that we have ahead of us! Read on for more information on the wines provided in the tote:

1) Dr. Loosen, ‘Dr. L’, Riesling QbA; Mosel, Germany 2012

Luscious notes of juicy white peach, apricot and honeysuckle, bright and zesty acidity with a long, creamy finish and spicy undertones

Recommended Pairings: Asian Noodle Dishes, Spicy Thai Curry Chicken Kebabs, Eggs Benedict, Grilled Ham and Gruyere Cheese Sandwiches

2) Argiolas, ‘Costamolino’, Vermentino; Sardegna, Italy 2012

Fresh, dry and tasty with delicate notes of melon, pear and sage

Recommended Pairings: Seafood Appetizers, Light Soups, White Fish, Sea Bass, Stuffed Artichokes, Goat Cheese, Gruyere Cheese

3) Kim Crawford, Sauvignon Blanc; Marlborough, New Zealand 2013

Aromas of citrus and tropical fruits backed by characteristic herbaceous notes traditional of Marlborough Sauvignon Blancs; a good balance between juicy acidity and fruit sweetness with a lingering finish

Recommended Pairings: Fresh Oysters, Asparagus, Lobster, Summer Salads, Goat Milk Cheeses

4) Bieler Rose, Syrah/Grenache/Cabernet Sauvignon; Provence, France 2013

Bright citrus, fresh raspberry, and light mineral notes with a subtle richness that lingers on the palate; the perfect rose wine for Spring!

Recommended Pairings: Nicoise Salad, Creamy/Mild Cheeses, Swiss/Alpine Cheeses, Hamburgers, Cold Cut Sandwiches, Picnic Fare, Turkey

5) Mark West, Pinot Noir; California 2011

A medium-bodied red wine, delicate and juicy, with notes of sweet cherry and nutmeg spice

Recommended Pairings: Roasted Chicken, Pan-Seared Salmon, Fried Chicken, Potato Salad, Sweet Potato Fries, Mediterranean Pizza, Natural Rind Cows Milk Cheeses, Creamy Sheeps Milk Cheeses

6) Bogle, ‘Essential Red’, Zinfandel/Syrah/Cabernet Sauvignon; California, 2011

Delightful aromas of cherry, black currant, violets and allspice; well-structured tannins with a rich mouthfeel and concentrated notes of cherry and black plum

Recommended Pairings: Hot Dogs/Hamburgers, Grilled BBQ Ribs, Roasted Tomatoes, Sheeps Milk Cheeses, Young/Washed Ring Alpine-Style Cows Milk Cheeses

As always, it comes with a free wine tote valued at $5.00, and a great little wine pairing chart that pairs each wine with seasonal fare that’s simply divine! Thanks to our amazing sales, you save over $20 on each bag that you buy! Grab one now to get six fabulous wines valued at $90+ for only $70!

Happy Spring, Saratoga!