The Austin Wine Merchant

07/19/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 20 Jul 2024 NOON-3PM at the shop for a taste of the latest organic arrivals from Mas des Bressades, located in a hidden gem of a wine‑producing area, the Costières de Nîmes!

WINE MENU:
MAS DES BRESSADES

> 2022 Costières de Nîmes Cuvée Tradition Blanc Mas des Bressades
> 2023 Costières de Nîmes Cuvée Tradition Rosé Mas des Bressades
> 2022 Costières de Nîmes Cuvée Tradition Rouge Mas des Bressades

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Mas des Bressades is long an over-achieving producer in this otherwise hidden gem of a wine‑producing area, the Costières de Nîmes. We were first made aware of the wines some thirty years ago when they were brought to us by our importer/agent/provocateur pal, Mr. Bobby Kacher, who was long a champion of the wines from the area. We find the wines (now certified Organic under EU guidelines) more well‑made now than ever and, as ever, a staunch value and defense against the otherwise high‑price of good wine. The rosé and rouge are fresh arrivals - c’mon downtown and give ‘em a taste! Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on Saturday’s wine tasting! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: Mas de Bressades

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07/12/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 13 Jul 2024 NOON-3PM at the shop for a taste of three white Rhône wines from one of AWM’s favorite producers, Famille Quiot - chilled ice cold!

WINE MENU:
LE TRIO DE TRIGNON CÔTES-DU-RHÔNE (BLANCS)

> 2022 Côtes-du-Rhône Marsanne Château du Trignon
> 2022 Côtes-du-Rhône Roussanne Château du Trignon
> 2023 Côtes-du-Rhône Viognier Château du Trignon

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
The Château du Trignon was purchased by La Famille Quiot in 2006. Located in Gigondas, and with breathtaking views of the Dentelles de Montmirail, it takes its name from the small stream that runs alongside the property and then flows into the Ouvèze River, which just later flows into the great Rhône River itself. This is a domaine of about 90 hectares of vines spread over the appellations of Gigondas, Vacqueyras, Rasteau, Beaume de Venise, Côtes‑du‑Rhône and its villages of Plan‑de‑Dieu and Sablet. In addition to their superb red wines, they offer this spiffy, just under‑the‑radar trio of single-varietal white wines from the southern Côtes‑du‑Rhône that we feel are sure to tease and tantalize and, then, satisfy your taste for mineral dry white wines from the south of France. Come on downtown and welcome the dog days of summer with a small taste or three of delicious southern Rhône Valley white wine(s).

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IMAGE CREDIT: David Milligan Selections / Famille Quiot

07/05/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 06 Jul 2024 NOON-3PM as we taste four delicious reds perfect for BBQ!

WINE MENU:
SANGIOVESE

> 2019 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Avignonesi
> 2021 Rosso di Montalcino Tenuta Il Poggione
> 2018 Rosso di Montalcino Capanna di Cencioni
> 2020 Chianti Classico Fontodi

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
It’s 4th of July weekend…What better wine to pair with your Central Texas BBQ fare (e.g. brisket, burgers and sausage) than Sangiovese! Its bright acidity is a perfect foil for the vinegar in your BBQ sauce while soft tannins and juicy, mouth-watering fruit complements the smoky, savory notes of your BBQ entrees. Also, it pairs just as well with cured meats, hard salty cheeses and tomato-driven dishes! C’mon downtown and taste four fine Tuscan reds - and how their differences in terroir (earth, sky, rain and winemaking tradition) affect how they present on the nose and palate! Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on Saturday’s wine tasting! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: “L'uva del chianti”, Francesco Sigroi via Wikimedia Commons

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06/28/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 29 Jun 2024 NOON-3PM as we offer a taste of four recently arrived 2023 rosés to help cool your brow this 4th of July holiday!

WINE MENU:
ROSÉ
(served up well-chilled to beat that summer heat!)

> 2023 Côtes de Provence Rosé Saint-Victoire Elie Sumeire
> 2023 Corse Rosé Gris de Marquiliani Domaine de Marquiliani
> 2023 Corse Rosé Le Rosé Gris de Pauline Domaine de Marquiliani
> 2023 Saint‑Chinian Rosé Mas Champart

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Summer is here…and pink wine is a GREAT way to cool off on a hot day! We’ll be pouring a taste of four, fresh 2023 arrivals from three special, more off the beaten track French rosé regions. We’ll start our tour in Sainte-Victoire, a sub-region of Côtes de Provence that lies at the foot of Mont Saint-Victoire - an 11-mile limestone ridge (treasured subject of Cézanne) whose stone lends crispness and definition into the wines grown there, such as our first from Famille Sumeire (which is across the road from the revered Domaines Ott). Then, we’ll move to the isle of Corsica to taste two ethereal, pale rosés from Anne Almanac of Domaine Marquiliani that reflect the granitic, schist (layered mineral) soils and sea spritz they’re grown in - Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant says they’re like “drinking a cloud”. Finally, we’ll finish the tour in Saint-Chinian, a recently (1982) created AOP in the central northern Languedoc with Mas Champart. Their rosé features the grape Mourvèdre, made famous by Bandol winemaker Domaine Tempier, and it will pair delightfully with your best grilled summer fare! Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on our Austin 101 Whiskey tasting next Friday afternoon! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

PS - we will be *OPEN 10AM-4PM* Thursday, the 4th of July to help with your holiday wine & spirits needs! :)

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IMAGE CREDIT: Famille Sumeire, Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, Domaine de Marquiliani, “Montagne Sainte-Victoire (versant sud)” by Imac.vincent via Wikimedia Commons

06/24/2024

FRIDAY AFTERNOON SPIRITS TASTING: Join us Fri 05 Jul 2024 3PM-6PM at the shop for a tasting of Austin 101 Light Whiskey!

SPIRITS MENU:
AUSTIN CRAFT SPIRITS COMPANY
with Jeff Harlan, Senior Independent Brand Representative

> Austin 101 Light Whiskey

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Please join us right after the 4th of July as we welcome Jeff Harlan, Senior Independent Brand Representative of Austin Craft Spirits Company and offer a taste of their Austin 101 Light Whiskey! Austin 101 Light Whiskey is the first in a series of light whiskeys that come from a passion for crafting innovative spirits sustainably while capturing the essence of non-GMO Texas white corn and other Texas grains. 101 Light offers flavors of caramel, butterscotch, and vanilla, with hints of oak while balancing smoothness and punch, delivering a mellow, long finish. It's light in taste, lightly oaked, and uniquely approachable. A perfect warm weather / summer whiskey! Click the MORE INFO link below for details on this tasting and watch this space for details on Saturday’s wine tasting! We will be *OPEN* on Thursday the 4th of July from 10AM to *4PM* to help with your holiday needs! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: Austin Craft Spirits Company

06/21/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 22 Jun 2024 NOON-3PM as we welcome Summer 2024 and offer a taste of four refreshingly crisp Sauvignon Blancs from around the world!

WINE MENU:
SAUVIGNON BLANC
(served up well-chilled to beat that summer heat!)

> 2022 Touraine Sauvignon Domaine des Chézelles
> 2023 Sancerre Henri Bourgeois
> 2022 Château Pavillon de Boyrein Graves Blanc
> 2022 Freemark Abbey Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Let’s ring in Summer with a taste of Sauvignon Blanc! Its a prolific varietal grown all over the world, its name likely derived from the French Ward “sauvage” (wild) and it is the parent of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Renowned for its green and herbal flavors and bright acidity, but terroir and winemaking techniques greatly influence its nose and palate. Malolactic fermentation and new oak drive a more tropical/floral and sometimes creamier representation, while the absence of these influences allow the unique aromatic compounds of Pyrazines (grass, fresh herbs, bell pepper) and Thiols (citrus, grapefruit, tropical, black currant) to shine. These aromatic compounds can be influenced by the local terroir (sun, soil fertility) and viticulture techniques (canopy management, harvesting technique). C’mon downtown to taste Sauvignon Blanc from three classic regions: California, the Loire Valley and finally Bordeaux - which adds a splash of Sémillon for lift, floral notes (via aromatic compound called Terpenes) and age-ability. Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on upcoming tastings! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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06/14/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 15 Jun 2024 NOON-3PM as we offer a taste of four mouth-watering Albariño wines from Spain and Portugal!

WINE MENU:
ALVARINHO/ALBARIÑO

> 2022 Nortico Alavarinho Vinho Regional Minho
> 2022 Rías Baixas Albariño Burgans
> 2022 Rías Baixas Albariño Pazo de Señorans
> 2022 Rías Baixas Albariño do Ferreiro Gerardo Mendez

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Albariño (or Alavarinho as they say in Portugal) is a small, thick-skinned white grape that hails from the Iberian Peninsula (and most well known from the Rias Baixas DO in the northwest corner of Spain). It offers a nose of nectarine, lime, and grapefruit - sometimes with subtle hints of honeysuckle and occasionally beeswax, especially as vineyard locations move away from the cool coastline. The palate is mid-weighted with mouth-watering acidity and can finish with salinity (especially coastline vineyards) and sometimes a subtle bitter note (like green almond or citrus pith, from the thick skins of the small grape). Albariño is a natural match for fresh seafood (raw, grilled or lighter baked options) as well as semi-soft cheeses such as Mozzarella or Manchego. Albariño is rarely oaked and is usually consumed young and fresh - but the high phenolic content and bright acidity make sit a great candidate for aging as well…Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on upcoming tastings! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: Miguel Ángel García “Buena uva,buen albariño (pre-veraison)” via Wikimedia Commons

06/13/2024

FRIDAY AFTERNOON SPIRITS TASTING: Join us Fri 14 Jun 2024 3PM-6PM at the shop for a tasting of Carabuena Tequila!

SPIRITS MENU:
CARABUENA TEQUILA
with Angelina Alanis, Brand Ambassador

> Carabuena Tequila Blanco
> Carabuena Tequila Reposado
> Carabuena Tequila Añejo

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Please join us as we offer a tasting of the newly released lineup from Carabuena Tequila! Carabuena is locally owned by Victor Diaz, a Jalisco native and bartender from the age of 15. Today he is combining his heritage and passion to create Carabuena Tequila. Carabuena is made from 100% Blue Weber Agave, planted, grown and harvested in the lowland soils of Amatitan, Jalisco. With passion behind every step, each agave reaches perfect maturity and provides the unique aroma and flavor of our premium tequila - a rarity in a growing spirits space where quantity often takes priority over quality. All of Carabuena’s tequilas feature a slight smoky and saline note with rich agave notes. Click the MORE INFO link below for details on this tasting and watch this space for details on Saturday’s wine tasting! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: Carabuena Tequila

06/07/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 08 Jun 2024 NOON-3PM as we celebrate National Rosé Day with a taste of four, fresh 2023 French pinks!

WINE MENU:
PINK WINES TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL ROSÉ DAY

> 2023 Costières de Nîmes Cuvée Tradition Rosé Mas des Bressades
> 2023 Corbières Rosé Gris de Gris Domaine Fontsainte
> 2023 Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence Rosé Bargemone
> 2023 Cassis Rosé Domaine du Bagnol

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
It’s the second Saturday in June - National Rosé Day! Pink wine is a GREAT way to cool one’s brow on a very hot (not even yet Summer) day! We’ll be pouring a taste of four, freshly squeezed pink wines from the 2023 vintage - spanning three of the most well-known rosé producing regions: Languedoc-Roussillon, the Rhône and of course, the queen of rosé, Provence! C’mon downtown and give these four a try - and learn a bit about how pink wines are made (direct press vs. saignée) and the grape “stars” that will dance across your palate - Grenache Rouge, Grenache Gris, Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvèdre. Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on our Carabuena Tequila tasting next Friday afternoon! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: Sarah Stierch “Rosé wine - July 2023” via Wikimedia Commons

06/07/2024

FRIDAY AFTERNOON SPIRITS TASTING: Join us TODAY, Fri 07 Jun 2024 3PM-6PM at the shop for a tasting of a Mediterranean Greek vodka from Kástra Elión!

SPIRITS MENU:
KÁSTRA ELIÓN
with Christina Smith, Brand Ambassador

> Kástra Elión Premium Greek Sipping Vodka

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Please join us as we welcome Christina Smith, Brand Ambassador of Kástra Elión and offer a taste of their Greek vodka! Kástra Elión is a three generation, family-owned distillery creating a unique Mediterranean vodka distilled from Greek olives picked by hand, then blended with curated grains and natural spring water from crystalline rock. The distillery is named after the ancient castle that stands guard over the hills and olive groves of Nafpaktos and exhibits the Mediterranean in a glass - full bodied, refined with a subtle salinity and a smooth, buttery finish. Click the MORE INFO link below for details on this tasting and watch this space for details on tomorrow’s rosé wine tasting! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: Kástra Elión

06/02/2024

WEDNESDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Wed 05 Jun 2024 4PM-6PM for a taste of the fine white and red Burgundies of Louis Jadot!

WINE MENU:
BOURGOGNES MAISON/DOMAINE(S) LOUIS JADOT
with Thibault Marquis, Export Director, North America

> 2022 Mâcon-Villages Chardonnay Louis Jadot
> 2022 Beaujolais Blanc Clos de Loyse Château des Jacques
> 2020 Beaune 1er Cru Grèves Le Clos Blanc Louis Jadot (Domaine Gagey)
> 2022 Bourgogne Pinot Noir Louis Jadot
> 2021 Santenay 1er Cru Maladière Rouge Domaine Prieur-Brunet
> 2021 Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Ursules Domaine des Héritiers Louis Jadot

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Maison / Domaines Louis Jadot was founded in 1859 by Louis Henry Denis Jadot and is considered one of Burgundy’s finest producers. Their 270 hectares under control span just about every AOC (Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée or defined region ) and with their vast Monopole holdings (which means they own the land and fully control the vineyard) they produce one of the largest portfolios of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Aligoté Burgundies at all quality levels and price points. They marry tradition and technology but retain minimalism in their viticulture and winemaking (wild yeast fermentation, fermentation temperature and minimal use of oak) to let the terroir be the star, not the winemaker. C’mon downtown and meet Thibault Marquis, Export Director for a taste or six of Jadot’s white and red Burgundies. Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on our Kastra Elion Vodka tasting this Friday afternoon! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: Maison Louis Jadot

05/31/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 01 Jun 2024 NOON-3PM as we celebrate National Bubbly Day with a taste of four vivacious sparkling wines!

WINE MENU:
SPARKLING WINES TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL BUBBLY DAY

> Prosecco Treviso Brut Garbèl Adriano Adami
> Raventós i Blanc Conca del Riu Anoia Brut Blanc de Blancs
> Crémant de Bourgogne Brut Les Terroirs Louis Picamelot
> Champagne Le Mesnil Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
It’s the first Saturday in June - National Bubbly Day! While most people instantly think of Champagne, there are a wide variety of sparkling wines produced throughout the world using local varietals at various price points and quality levels. There are many dimensions to making a sparkling wine - grape ripeness, skin contact versus a touch of red wine for rosé, contact with the lees or dead yeast cells (contributes a creamy mouthfeel or imparts pastry, nutty or toasty notes), dosage or the “sweetening” of the final wine and how the bubbles are created - via a second fermentation utilizing the “Traditional/Champagne Method” in the bottle, the “Charmat Method” in a larger, pressure controlled vessel or other methods for more bulk wines. C’mon downtown for a taste or four fine bubblies hailing from Italy, Spain and France - including a 100% Chardonnay (Blanc de Blancs) Champagne! Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details our Louis Jacob Burgundy tasting next Wednesday afternoon and Kastra Elion Vodka stating our Soledad Tequila tasting next Friday afternoon! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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05/24/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 25 May 2024 NOON-3PM as we taste four delicious Tuscan reds featuring the Sangiovese varietal!

WINE MENU:
UN SALUTO AL SANGIOVESE, ANCORA

> 2019 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Avignonesi
> 2018 Rosso di Montalcino Capanna
> 2019 Chianti Classico Primocolle Villa Cerna
> 2019 Chianti Rufina Riserva Bucerchiale Selvapiana

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
(the official start of) Summer is just around the corner...which in Central Texas means brisket, burgers and sausage! Sangiovese wines are a great pairing - offering a soft tannin profile and juicy, mouth-watering fruit to complement to the smoky, savory notes of your BBQ entrees. Also, it pairs just as well with cured meats, hard salty cheeses and tomato-driven dishes! C’mon downtown and taste four fine Tuscan red values with us! Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on our Soledad Tequila tasting next Friday afternoon! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: Francesco Sigroi via Wikimedia Commons

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05/23/2024

FRIDAY AFTERNOON WINE TASTING: Join us Friday 24 May 2024 4PM-6PM at the shop for a tasting of the fine wines of Trimbach Alsace - with Jean Trimbach!

WINE MENU:
TRIMBACH
with 12th Generation Propriétaire, Jean Trimbach

> 2021 Trimbach Pinot Blanc
> 2021 Trimbach Riesling
> 2015 Trimbach Riesling Cuvée Frédéric Émile
> 2018 Trimbach Gewürztraminer
> 2021 Trimbach Pinot Noir Réserve

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Please join us as we welcome Jean Trimbach, 12th generation Proprietaire (Owner) of F.E. Trimbach and offer a taste of five of their wines! Founded in 1626, Trimbach’s Riesling is considered one of the benchmarks for the dry, laser-focused style from Alsace, and is incredibly food friendly - pairing well with asian cuisine and sushi. Jean will sample a range of their wines - Pinot Blanc, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Noir…The highlight will be their Cuvée Frédéric Émile Grand Cru Riesling! C’mon downtown to meet Jean and taste his family’s work Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on our Saturday tastings! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: F.E. Trimbach Alsace

05/17/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 18 May 2024 NOON-3PM as we introduce you to southern Rhône producer Domaine Montirirus!

WINE MENU:
MONTIRIUS
(southern Rhône Valley wines)

> 2022 Vacqueyras Blanc Minéral Montirius
> 2022 Côtes-du-Rhône La Muse Papilles Montirius
> 2019 Gigondas Terres des Aînés Montirius

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Please join us Saturday as we introduce you to one of the OG’s of the natural wine movement in France - Montirius! Owned by the Saurel family since the 1940s and headquartered in Sarrians (near Avignon and Orange), they own vineyards in Vacqueyras, Gigondas and Côtes du Rhône. They have been farming biodynamically since 1996 and earned their certification in 1999 (biodynamic = organic faming plus other components such as composting and composting teas, usage of cover crops between rows as well as observation of the moon’s gravitational effect on water via a calendar-based system that guides on when to work in the vineyard, harvest the grapes as well as making and enjoying the wine). Biodynamic viticulture is believed to produce healthier, more resilient vines - and it shows in their wines, which have maintained their lift, acidity and structure in the warming climes. C’mon downtown for a taste of Mother Nature’s (and their winemaker’s) finest work! Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on our future tastings! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: Montirius

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05/14/2024

FRIDAY AFTERNOON SPIRITS TASTING: Join us Friday 17 May 2024 4PM-6PM at the shop for a tasting of native Texas Juniper Gins with the Founder/Owner and COO of WildGins!

SPIRITS MENU:
WILDGINS CO.
with Molly Cummings, Ph.D. - Founder/Owner & Chief Forager and Sam (Sammelier) Hovland, Chief Operating Officer

> WildJune Western Style Gin
> WildBark West Texas Dry Gin

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Please join us with Wild Gins founder, owner and chief forager, Molly Cummings, for a taste her local wild‑foraged botanical gins. While 98% of the world’s gins feature only the traditional common juniper, WildJune & WildBark Gins are the world’s first single‑origin gins featuring unique Alligator & Red Berry Texas junipers foraged in the mountains of West Texas. Wild Gins is proudly headquartered right here in Austin, Texas. C’mon downtown to taste these unique Texas Gins and learn about “Fertile Myrtle” from the founder! Click the MORE INFO link below for details, and watch this space for details on our Saturday wine tasting! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday.

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IMAGE CREDIT: WildGins Co.

05/10/2024

SATURDAY WINE TASTING: Join us Sat 11 May 2024 NOON-3PM as we offer a journey around the wine world via Sauvignon Blanc!

WINE MENU:
SAUVIGNON BLANC

> 2022 Gainey Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc Santa Ynez Valley Santa Barbara County�> 2023 Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc Te Muna Martinborough New Zealand�> 2022 Sancerre Apud Sariacum Domaine Philippe Raimbault�> 2019 Château Carbonnieux Grand Cru Classé de Graves Pessac-Léognan

Gentlemen, please, no cologne or after shave; ladies, please no perfume!

TASTING INFO:
Sauvignon Blanc, whose name likely derived from the French Ward “sauvage” (wild) is a prolific varietal grown all over the world (and incidentally, is the progenitor or parent of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc). It is renowned for its green and herbal flavors and bright acidity. However, under the influence of different terroir and winemaking techniques it is somewhat of shapeshifter. Malolactic fermentation and oak influence offer a more tropical/floral and sometimes creamier representation, while the absence of these influences allow the unique aromatic compounds of Pyrazines (grass, fresh herbs, bell pepper) and Thiols (citrus, grapefruit, tropical, black currant) to shine. These aromatic compounds can be influenced by the local terroir (sun, soil fertility) and viticulture techniques (canopy management, harvesting technique). C’mon downtown and taste Sauvignon Blanc from four classic regions: California, New Zealand, the Loire Valley and finally Bordeaux - which adds a splash of Sémillon for lift, floral notes (via aromatic compound called Terpenes) and ageability. Click the MORE INFO link below for details and watch this space for details on a Wild Gins Texas Gin tasing next Friday! Like / Follow / Share with friends! We're open 10AM-6:30PM Monday-Saturday - and are ready to help with your Mother’s Day wine needs!

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ON SALE!
> See our Sale and Clearance items at: www.theaustinwinemerchant.com/clearance.html

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