This Friday, May 17^th, The North End Art Walk strolls back into Historic Downtown Yuma with another fun and eclectic evening of experiencing the best of local Yuma artists.  Over 30 galleries, businesses and studios are participating in this year’s North End Art Walk.  It’s a recurring event involving local artists and downtown merchants and property owners.  Up to 50 artists will team up with downtown businesses to create showplaces for their artistic creations.  In addition to all sorts of art, from paintings to jewelry to ceramics, the Art Walk will feature performances of live music along the way, plus light hors d’oeuvres and beverages.  The event will commence at 5:00 PM and continue until 9:00 PM Friday evening.  For more info, call the Yuma Art Center at 928-373-5202.

And, I want to let everyone know that this Saturday evening, May 18^th, Planned Pethood of Yuma will present the 5^th Annual Yappy Hour Wine Tasting here at the Old Town Wine Cellar from 6:00 to 9:00 PM.  Planned Pethood is a local non-profit, all-volunteer organization that raises funds to support spay/neuter services for companion cats and dogs here in Yuma, and all proceeds from the event go towards their ongoing spay/neuter campaign.  Tickets are just $25 per person or $40 per couple, and there will be an assortment of appetizers to enjoy along with the usual great selection of wines.  Call Rene Ragsdale at 920-1769 or Kelley Baliukas at 446-2249 to order your tickets (or just show up and I guarantee you won’t be turned away).  This is always a really fun event at the Cellar, so don’t miss it!

THURSDAY & FRIDAY WINE TASTING – $10.00 to try them all, or $10.00 for a full glass:

Ferrari Carano 2011 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County)    $14.99
This Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc is vibrant, lively and stylish, with a zesty mix of orange rind, fig and grapefruit flavors, accented by subtle herb tones.  Hints of lemon blossom make a pleasant backdrop to the bold, racy fruit.  The finish is bright, clean and refreshing.

Acacia 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros)    $21.99
This is classic Carneros Pinot, overflowing with scents of ripe plum, raspberry and black cherry along with delicate floral nuances, with a hint of oak toast.  Pleasantly tart acidity on a medium-bodied palate gives a nice balance to the rich dark fruit character.

Mi Terruño 2011 UVAS Malbec (Mendoza, Argentina)    $12.99
This hand-harvested Malbec from the Lujan sub-region of Mendoza Province is dark and sultry, with savory aromas of herbs and fresh blackberries. The palate offers plenty of ripe, juicy dark fruit flavors on a firm tannic frame.

Masi 2008 Ripasso Campofiorin (Veneto, Italy)    $17.99
The Campofiorin was created by Masi to be an affordable “mid-point” between the pleasant fruitiness of Valpolicella and the complex, raisined richness of Amarone.  The fruit-filled nose is perfumed with just a hint of cinnamon.  It’s soft, rich and spicy on the palate, full of complex flavors of ripe red plums and juicy berries with a pleasant touch of licorice.

Yangarra 2010 Estate Shiraz (McLaren Vale, Australia)    $22.99
Rich and velvety, this plush-textured Aussie Shiraz overflows with ripe blackberry and plum fruit flavors, complemented by hints of chocolate and minty eucalyptus.  Complex spice notes intermingle on the concentrated, succulent palate, and the juicy finish goes on and on.

Château Haut-Beauséjour 2009 Saint-Estèphe (Bordeaux, France)    $35.99
This Left Bank blend of 60% Merlot / 40% Cabernet Sauvignon opens with aromas of crushed berries, sweet tobacco, cedar and a hint of dark chocolate.  The palate offers an array of ripe fruit flavors along with subtle notes of coffee, oak toast and spices, supported by silky tannins.

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For A Song 2009 The Melody (Columbia Valley)    $14.99
This is a classically styled Rhône blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Cinsault, Counoise and Petite Sirah.  Like a well-played violin, plush and opulent notes of ripe dark raspberry and cherry are layered with softer notes of sweet vanilla, clove and light spice.  A hint of espresso and a dash of Herbs de Provence enliven a rich, savory and lingering finish.

Louis Martini 2010 Gnarly Vine Monte Rosso Zinfandel (Sonoma County)    $39.99
The Gnarly Vine Zin is produced from vines on the Monte Rosso Vineyard that are over 100 years old.  This rich wine offers aromas of fresh plums, cloves, cracked pepper and spice, edged with a dash of vanilla. It’s full-bodied and plush, with velvety tannins that carry it to a long and deliciously spicy finish.

Bolla 2011 Soave Classico 883 Selection (Veneto, Italy)    $11.99
Bolla’s 883 Selection is made with 100% Garganega grapes sourced from the heart of the Soave Classico region, from hillside vineyards that are 25 to 30 years old.  It’s a wonderfully crisp and clean white with an intense bouquet of pear fruit and wild flowers.  The palate offers juicy apricot and peach fruit flavors, with accents of citrus and acacia honey.

Chimay Grande Réserve “Blue Label” (Belgium)    $14.99
The Chimay Grande Réserve Blue Label is a top-fermented Trappist ale, considered to be the very finest of all of Chimay’s celebrated ales.  This dark-hued beer entices with fresh-baked bread and rose petal aromas that carry on to a rich palate of mellow roasted-malt flavors.

Cheers!

Mike Shelhamer
Od Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405

http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar

http://www.yumawine.com

Mulderbosch 2010 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch, South Africa)    $14.99
Abundant citrus and tropical fruit scents follow through to the lively palate of this alluring South African Chenin Blanc.  It has luscious flavors of pineapple, citrus and melon plus delicate floral and spice tones from a light degree of oak aging.

Bodegas M 2008 Tinto de Paso Tempranillo (Paso Robles)    $22.99
This Paso Robles Tempranillo offers scents of red cherries and
blueberries.  A pleasant, smooth character on the palate is indicative of the wine’s balanced tannic frame.  Fresh black plum, cherry and dark fruit flavors are accented with notes of anise and vanilla.
Hahn Winery 2010 Syrah (Central Coast)    $14.99
This offers intense aromas of fresh-cracked peppercorns and raspberry jam on the nose.  The entry is full-bodied, full of dark fruits like plum and raspberry.  The palate has enough tannic firmness to stand up to the lush entry, offering a swirl of black cherry and pepper-spice tones that carry through the finish.
Simi 2010 Merlot (Sonoma County)    $17.99
This is an elegant and well-structured Sonoma Merlot, with appealing
aromas of currants and dried herbs on the nose.  The palate is packed with lasting flavors of plums and black cherries, edged with complex notes of cedar, leather and toasty oak.
Kunde 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley)    $19.99
This Sonoma Cabernet is dry, balanced and elegant, with rich blackberry, black raspberry and currant fruit and a pleasant note of dark chocolate.  It’s sleek, smooth and supple on the palate, with complex notes of cedar and eucalyptus that mix pleasantly at the finish.
Zenato 2009 Valpolicella Ripassa (Veneto, Italy)    $29.99
This Ripassa opens with aromas of juicy black plums and coffee-scented spice.  In the mouth, a ripe core of juicy currant and black plum fruit is accented with elements of spice and toasted oak.  It’s a rich and mouth-filling red, with fine, fruit-drenched tannins and a clean, lingering,
mineral and spice finish.
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Truchard 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros/Napa Valley)
$32.99
This opens with aromas of raspberry, dark cherry and cassis, with hints
of cedar and vanilla.  The palate is layered with flavors of dark plums, red currants and berry jam.  Firm tannins focus the palate and provide a
lengthy finish of spice and red fruit. The wine was aged 20 months in French
oak.
Mi Terruño 2011 UVAS Malbec (Mendoza, Argentina)    $12.99
This hand-harvested Malbec from the Lujan sub-region of Mendoza Province is dark and sultry, with savory aromas of herbs and fresh blackberries. The palate offers plenty of ripe, juicy dark fruit flavors on a firm tannic frame.
North Star 2008 Stella Maris (Columbia Valley)    $22.99
This is an elegant, almost aristocratic red blend from Washington, offering
subtle layers of blackberry, cherry and licorice aromas and flavors that come together harmoniously.  The tannins are solid, but not overly firm.  It drinks beautifully now, but will develop for another decade.
Cheers!
Mike Shelhamer
Old Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405

http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar
http://www.yumawine.com

Folie à Deux 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley)   $17.99
This was fermented entirely in French oak barrels to add complexity and develop its rich fruit character.  It was aged in French and American oak for five months to attain greater depth of flavor, resulting in a deliciously rich and creamy Chardonnay.
Lincourt 2008 Pinot Noir (Santa Rita Hills)    $22.99
This Santa Rita Hills Pinot was made with fruit from the Rancho Santa Rosa and Rancho Las Hermanas vineyards.  These hilly, cool-climate sites near the Pacific Ocean are perfect for Pinot Noir.  It offers a rich palate of black cherry and raspberry fruit, edged with hints of spice.
Feudi di San Gregorio 2007 Aglianico Rubrato (Campania, Italy)    $14.99
The Rubrato is 100% Aglianico, an ancient varietal from the south of Italy.
Bright ruby red in color, this exudes a rich and intense bouquet of dark-skinned fruits and spices.  It’s bold and dry on the palate, showing an elegant interplay of fruit, tannins and acidity.
Once Upon a Vine 2010 Big Bad Red Blend (California)    $11.99
The Big Bad Red Blend is plenty big, and it’s pretty good too!  It’s a rich, smooth and very fruit-forward blend with just enough spice to keep it interesting.  It’s the perfect red to serve for just about any occasion.
Folie à Deux 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley)    $23.99
This Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is well-balanced and polished, featuring fragrant aromas of dark cherries, blackberries, currants and anise.  Rich, elegant flavors of ripe dark fruits and spice lead to a focused and finely crafted finish.
Robert Craig 2009 Howell Mountain Zinfandel (Napa Valley)    $49.99
This is a small production Zin (640 cases) from the Black Sears Vineyard high up on Howell Mountain.  Rose petal and floral aromas blend seamlessly with dark raspberry fruit on the nose.  Strong notes of pepper add kick to the sumptuous black-fruited palate, complemented by hints of clove, cinnamon
and vanilla.
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Kunde 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley)    $19.99
This SonomaCabernet is dry, balanced and elegant, with rich blackberry, black raspberry and currant fruit and a pleasant note of dark chocolate.  It’s sleek, smooth and supple on the palate, with complex notes of cedar and eucalyptus that mix pleasantly at the finish.
Four Vines 2008 Dusi Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles)    $29.99
Dusi Ranch Vineyard in Paso Robles was planted in 1922.  This Zinfandel begins with deep, plush aromas of cherry, blackberry and plum, plus a pleasant hint of vanilla. In the mouth, this is classic Zin: big, intense and mouthfilling, packed with jammy raspberry fruit plus spicy, peppery accents that provide plenty of complexity.
Cecchi 2010 Chianti (Tuscany, Italy)    $10.99
Cecchi Chianti is traditionally fermented and vinified using native grape varietals. Traditional fermentation on the skins for two weeks is followed by gentle pressing, and the wine is aged for six months prior to release.  It’s the perfect accompaniment to flavorful roast meat and pasta dishes.
Napa Smith Organic India Pale Ale (Napa Valley)    $5.99
Napa Smith’s goal was to make a great IPA with only the finest organic ingredients.  The aroma is floral and even lightly earthy from Palisade, Tettnang and Smaragd hops.  This displays a nice malt backbone that complements its ample level of hops, and it finishes with a slightly bitter edge and a light citrus character, as befits a truly fine IPA.
Cheers!
Mike Shelhamer
Old Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405
http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar

http://www.yumawine.com

La Sirena 2011 Moscato Azul (Napa Valley/Paso Robles)   $29.99
The Moscato Azul exhibits the uniquely perfumed bouquet, spiciness and tropical fruit and floral character that are typical of the Muscat varietal.  It’s wonderfully clean and fresh on the palate, offering tons of flavor and staying enticingly fresh and surprising dry all through a crisp finish.
Kenwood 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley)    $17.99
Russian River Valley soils combined with the nearby Pacific Ocean’s foggy influence makes ideal conditions for growing great Pinot Noir.  Aromas of raspberry and black cherry mingle with spicy hints of cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla.  The palate exhibits bright acidity, with a smooth texture and a lingering finish.
Sicoris 2009 Costers Del Segre (Spain)    $15.99
A Spanish blend of 35% Grenache, 25% Cabernet and 25% Tempranillo, plus small additions of Merlot and Syrah.  It was aged for 10 months in a mix of French and American oak. Savory notes of cedar, spices and violets on the nose lead on to a round, pleasant and smooth-textured red.
Tormaresca 2009 Torcicoda Primitivo (Puglia, Italy)    $19.99
On the nose, this Puglian Primitivo offers an array of dark fruit scents and
exotic spice tones, plus a hint of toasted almonds.  The palate has rich flavors of blackberries and black cherries, with hints of herbs and black licorice.  Both tannins and acidity are distinct but keenly balanced, framing a long, velvety finish
Artezin 2007 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County)    $21.99
Vivid, pure blackberry, raspberry and blueberry flavors are terrifically ripe, juicy and deeply concentrated.  Full-bodied tannins manage to stay in the background to let a delicious core of dark fruit flavors swirl on the palate.  Peppery accents enliven the lasting finish.
Mer Soleil 2004 LATE (Santa Lucia Highlands)    $32.99
Botrytis Cinerea is a naturally-occurring fungus that occasionally attacks fully-ripened grapes and causes them to develop a concentrated, nectar-like sweetness.  This botrytised late-harvest Viognier offers warm, rich aromas of apricot nectar and honey that are reflected in the flavors, with orange and citrus zest accents enriched by tangy acidity.
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Mer Soleil 2011 Silver Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands)
$23.99
Mer Soleil’s Silver unites the crisp essence of classic Chablis with the tropical accents of Pacific Coast Chardonnay.  Fermented and aged in cement tanks, this is crisp and lively, with citrus aromas that lead to tangy flavors of green apple and lemon zest.  A subtle mineral quality and bright acidity enlivens the finish.
Austin Hope Cellars 2008 Treana Red (Paso Robles)    $29.99
The 2008 Treana has a deep ruby hue and displays up-front aromas of ripe, dark fruits and exotic spice.  Rich, explosive flavors of mulberry, cherry and plum are accented by an exotic mix of mocha, tobacco and toasty oak notes.  Depth and power come from the 70% Cabernet Sauvignon component; 30% Syrah lends an inviting silky softness.
Once Upon A Vine 2010 Big Bad Red Blend (California)    $11.99
The Big Bad Red Blend is plenty big, and it’s pretty good too!  It’s a rich, smooth and very fruit-forward blend with just enough spice to keep it interesting.  It’s the perfect red to serve for just about any occasion.
Four Vines 2008 Bailey Vineyard Syrah (Amador County) $27.99
Sitting at a height of 3,000 feet in the Sierra Foothills, the Bailey Vineyard experiences cool nights that create beautifully complex fruit.  This wine
begins with an enticing blackberry and red currant bouquet, and a note
of vanilla. The palate has vivid juicy plum, blackberry and wild berry fruit,
with floral accents and a hint of espresso coming in on the finish.
Cheers!
Mike Shelhamer
Old Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405
http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar

http://www.yumawine.com

Murrieta’s Well 2011 The Whip (Livermore Valley)    $19.99
The Whip is a tribute to the great white blends of the world – a sophisticated, yet approachable blend of classic white wine varietals.  Fermented and aged in a combination of stainless steel tanks and older oak barrels, it offers lush aromas and flavors of pears, vanilla, butterscotch and orange blossom, with a balanced, clean finish.
Mazzei 2007 Serrata Belguardo (Tuscany, Italy)    $17.99
Mazzei’s Serrata Belguardo (80% Sangiovese & 20% Alicante) is a rich and balanced red from Tuscany’s coastal Maremma region.  Dark plum fruit, sweet herbs, licorice and hints of old leather mingle in this radiant wine, carried on a polished, silky tannic frame.
Jade Mountain 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County/Lake
County)    $14.99
This wine is made with fruit sourced from vineyards in Napa and Lake County.  Sunny days and cool nights in these regions develop both fine complexity of flavor and firm, supple tannins in Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.
The ripe fruit-forward quality of this wine is nicely balanced by a pleasant  earthiness.
Miraflores 2010 Barbera (El Dorado County)    $19.99
Black cherry, dark chocolate, toasted oak, vanilla, cedar and an exotic note of alpine forest mingle on the palate of this rich, spicy and full-bodied red.  It offers a good measure of fresh, tangy acidity, typical of this emphatically food-friendly Italian varietal.
Ramon Bilbao 2004 Rioja Gran Reserva (Rioja, Spain)   $22.99
This Reserva offers exotic aromas of vanilla, clove and cinnamon.  A smooth, velvety palate has abundant dark cherry and black plum fruit flavors, plus exotic hints of fresh earth, tobacco and Indian spice that carry to the finish.
Niner 2010 Bootjack Ranch Merlot (Paso Robles)    $22.99
Niner’s 2010 Bootjack Ranch Merlot offers a great blend of the fruitiness of California and the complexity of Bordeaux. The nose offers aromas of wild
berry, dark plum and cherry, plus floral accents. The fruit carries through on
the palate, mixed in with spice notes of lavender, anise, thyme and cedar.
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Folie à Deux 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley)    $17.99
This was fermented entirely in French oak barrels to add complexity and develop its rich fruit flavors. After fermentation, it was aged in a mix of French and American oak to attain greater depth and flavor, resulting in a deliciously rich and creamy Chardonnay with an elegant finish.
Frank Family 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)    $49.99
The new vintage has arrived!  This classic, rich Napa Cabernet is a longtime Wine Cellar favorite.  The nose offers scents of ripe blackberry, sweet vanilla and juicy black cherry, plus hints of dusty cedar.  The palate is abundant and lively, packed to the brim with juicy berry and red cherry fruit framed by silky tannins.
Artezin 2007 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County)    $21.99
Vivid, pure blackberry, raspberry and blueberry flavors are terrifically ripe, juicy and deeply concentrated.  Full-bodied tannins manage to stay in the background to let a delicious core of dark fruit flavors swirl on the palate.  Peppery accents enliven the lasting finish.
Cheers!
Mike Shelhamer
Old Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405
http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar

http://www.yumawine.com

OK then.  Reserved seating tickets are $25.00, available at the Yuma Art Center box office (same address), the Yuma Civic Center box office or the Yuma Parks & Rec customer service counter at City Hall, and can be purchased at the Art Center box office right up until showtime provided the event isn’t sold out.  Get yours soon!
THURSDAY & FRIDAY WINE TASTING – $10.00 to try them all, or
$10.00 for a full glass:

Caymus 2011 Conundrum (California)    $18.99
The Conundrum offers a delightful floral bouquet that burst forth with hints of honeysuckle and butterscotch.  Ripe, rich tropical fruit flavors of mango,
papaya and a touch of kiwifruit shine through at the beginning.  Then, fresh peach and juicy ripe pear flavors carry it to a zesty finish.
Folie à Deux 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast)    $19.99
Folie à Deux’s Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir opens with intense aromas of ripe plum, dark cherry and raspberry followed by subtle notes of earthy truffle and spice.  Precise and clean, this wine has an alluring palate of ripe black cherry fruit edged with a hint of tobacco leaf.
M. Chapoutier 2010 Côtes du Rhone Belleruche (Rhone Valley, France)   $14.99
Chapoutier’s Belleruche offers classic Côtes du Rhone character, with concentrated aromas of ripe cherries, candied orange peel, licorice and pepper.  The palate is forward and supple, with sweet red and black cherry fruit, peppery spice and a savory touch of dried herbs on the finish.
Abadía Retuerta 2007 Selección Especial (Sardon de Duero, Spain)    $17.99
A blend of Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Selección Especial offers a complex bouquet of black cherries and violets, with added hints of spices and vanilla.  Rich, full dark fruit flavors and exotic hints of spice and cedar predominate on the palate in a harmonious balance, framed by refined tannins.
Veramonte 2009 Primus Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley, Chile)    $19.99
The Primus opens with a nose of ripe blackberry fruit, plus a subtle note of lightly toasted oak.  In the mouth, rich layers of crushed dark cherry and cassis fruit are well-integrated with toasty oak and smoky spice notes, carried on a smooth and elegant tannic frame.
Allegrini 2008 Palazzo Della Torre (Veneto, Italy)    $22.99
This savory northern Italian red is crafted in an innovative fashion, with a portion of the grapes dried for 3 months prior to pressing.  The result is a sort of “baby Amarone” that offers a silky texture and a complex, refined palate.  A bouquet of floral tones, vanilla and black fruits is followed on the palate by juicy dark cherry and plum fruit, plus complex spice tones.
NEW ARRIVALS:
Folie à Deux 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley)    $23.99
This Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is well-balanced and polished, featuring fragrant aromas of dark cherries, blackberries, currants and anise.  Rich, elegant flavors of ripe dark fruits and spice lead to a focused and finely crafted finish
Ramon Bilbao 2004 Rioja Gran Reserva (Rioja, Spain)    $22.99
On the nose, this Reserva has exotic aromas of vanilla, clove and cinnamon.  A smooth, velvety palate has abundant dark cherry and black plum fruit flavors, plus exotic hints of fresh earth, tobacco and Indian spice that carry to the finish.
Sterling Vineyards 2010 Zinfandel (Central Coast)    $9.99
This bright ruby-colored Zin offers a light fragrance of sweet baking spices on the nose.  The palate has a fine mix of fresh acidity, mild tannins and plenty of “Zinny” personality, with flavors of blackberries, damson plums, sweet mocha and spice.
Cheers!

Mike Shelhamer
Old Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405

http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar

http://www.yumawine.com

Schweiger Vineyards 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County)    $17.99
This is a bright, lively Sauvignon Blanc with an enticing mix of fresh
grapefruit, kiwi, lime and fresh-cut grass aromas.  The palate is tangy and balanced, with additional notes of pineapple, gooseberries and minerals that swirl their way to a refreshing finish.
David Girard 2009 Grenache (El Dorado County)    $19.99
This begins with a classic bouquet of red raspberries, white pepper and herbes de Provence.  The palate offers a delicious mix of red raspberry fruit and savory licorice tones carried on a smooth, balanced tannic frame.  The fruit stays wonderfully vivid all through the spicy finish.
Castello D’Albola 2008 Chianti Classico (Tuscany, Italy)  $15.99
This Classico begins with fresh black cherry aromas mixed in with hints of
leather, earth, plums and violets.  The palate is medium in body, with supple tannins and brisk acidity.  Classic Chianti flavors of ripe black cherries and plums are accented by a hint of licorice.
Bonterra 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County)    $15.99
This MendocCabernet offers scents of red cherries, currants and raspberries, plus spicy notes of cedar and dried cranberries and a slight touch of vanilla.  In the glass, juicy currant and black cherry flavors abound on a rich and savory mouthfeel.
Trivento 2010 Golden Reserve Malbec (Mendoza, Argentina)    $21.99
Trivento’s Golden Reserve offers rich aromas of black cherry, blackberry, black olives, violets and fennel.  The palate is smooth and plush, with vivid layers of cherry, fig and raspberry fruit followed by cocoa, cedar and licorice notes on a muscular finish.
Cline Cellars 2010 Live Oak Zinfandel (Contra Costa County)    $27.99
Notes of eucalyptus, mint and exotic spices typify the Live Oak Zinfandel, sourced from a vineyard planted over 125 years ago by Italian immigrants.  Always a robust wine, the 2010 has super-juicy, brambly berry and spice flavors, almost like picking blackberries in the hot summer sun.
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Chalone Vineyard 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County)    $12.99
This Cabernet opens with a spicy blackberry bouquet, edged with hints of
spearmint and oak toast.  It’s a smooth, balanced and complex wine on the palate, with a rich array of blackberry and cassis fruit framed with smooth and easy tannins.
Buena Vista 2010 Zinfandel (Sonoma County)    $15.99
This Sonoma Zin has an aromatic bouquet full of plum, blackberry and
blueberry, with notes of red currants and black pepper. It’s a full-bodied wine
with excellent structure that’s true to the varietal, nicely enhanced by a
pleasant touch of toast on the palate.
Folie à Deux 2011 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast)    $19.99
Folie à Deux’s Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir opens with intense aromas of ripe plum, dark cherry and raspberry followed by subtle notes of earthy truffle and spice.  Precise and clean, this wine has an alluring palate of ripe black cherry fruit edged with a hint of tobacco leaf.
St. Gregory 2011 Pinot Blanc (Mendocino County)    $14.99
This Pinot Blanc has a creamy texture, with concentrated aromas of
cantaloupe, Meyer lemon and Clementines, along with a light mineral
accent.  Flavors of pear and tangy citrus mingle on a lively, long finish, giving this wine a classic Burgundian mouthfeel.
Cheers!
Mike Shelhamer
Old Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405
http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar

http://www.yumawine.com

X Winery 2011 White X Blend (North Coast) $14.99
The 2011 White X Winemaker’s Blend offers alluring aromas that blend flowers, tropical fruits and minerals together for a fresh and lively bouquet.  The flavors bring lime and orange zest to the top, followed by creamy vanilla,
honeysuckle, melon and a refreshing mineral edge.
Martin Ray 2011 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley)    $18.99
100% Pinot Noir, this wine spent 8 months in French oak.  It shows a wonderful bright ruby color, and offers aromas of wild berry fruit with a light touch of earth.  The flavors are full of cherry and raspberry with a soft finish – a perfect match with grilled salmon.
Las Rocas 2009 Garnacha Viñas Viejas (Calatayud, Spain)    $17.99
Conditions are perfect in Spain for the heat-loving Grenache varietal; the result is a wine that offers savory flavors of raspberry, pomegranate and peppery spice.  This one was produced from vines that are 80 to 100 years of age.  It’s richly flavored, with mineral notes that reflect the depths the roots have reached in their long journey through the parched Spanish soils.
Cigar Zin 2011 Old Vine Zinfandel (California)    $17.99
The Cigar Zin is robustly ripe and flavorful, with bright aromas of black raspberries and eucalyptus on the nose leading into a silky, fruity-yet-dry
palate of tangy blackberry and dark plum fruit flavors.  Spicy hints of clove, cardamom and cedar mingle on the finish.
Conn Creek 2009 Herrick Red (Napa Valley)    $19.99
The Herrick Red is a tour of premier Napa Valley vineyard sites in a bottle, beginning with the Herrick Vineyard in Yountville that makes up most of the
blend.  It also incorporates fruit sourced from the St. Helena, Calistoga, Rutherford, Oak Knoll, Carneros, Mt Veeder and Howell Mountain districts; each contributing distinct elements to this delicious Napa red.
Roberto Cipresso 2005 Quadratura del Cerchio (Tuscany/Sicily, Italy)   $34.99
Cipresso’s Quadratura del Cerchio (squaring the circle) combines
compatible terroirs from different regions of Italy.  This blends Syrah from Sicily with Brunello from Montalcino and Sangiovese from the Maremma.  The result is an intriguing wine with remarkable depth and character.
NEW ARRIVALS:
Cline Cellars 2010 Live Oak Zinfandel (Contra Costa Co.)    $27.99
Notes of eucalyptus, mint and exotic spices typify the Live Oak Zinfandel, sourced from a vineyard planted over 125 years ago by Italian immigrants.  Always a robust wine, the 2010 offers super-juicy, brambly berry and spice flavors, almost like picking blackberries in the hot summer sun.  Enjoy this as a partner with richer, spicier cuisines.
Bonterra 2011 Viognier (Mendocino County)    $15.99
Once found only in a small region in the Rhone River Valley of southern
France, Viognier is emerging as a popular white wine varietal.  This fresh, delicious white exudes scents of spring wildflowers and tangerines and delivers bright flavors of fresh peaches, apricots and citrus fruits.
Sicoris 2009 Costers Del Segre (Spain)    $15.99
The Sicoris is a Spanish blend of 35% Grenache, 25% Cabernet and 25% Tempranillo, plus small additions of Merlot and Syrah.  It was aged 10 months in a mix of French and American oak.  Savory notes of cedar, spices and violets on the nose lead to a round, pleasant and smooth-textured red.
R. L. Buller & Sons Fine Aged Muscat (Rutherglen, Australia)
$15.99
This opens with a fabulous bouquet of toffee, melted caramel, brown sugar and hazelnuts.  It’s full and rich on the palate, with flavors that echo the nose.  Australia is a treasure-trove of these wonderfully rich, luscious fortified after-dinner treats, known as “stickies” Down Under.
Corsendonk Pater Dubbel Ale (Belgium)    $10.99
Corsendonk’s “Pater” is a dark and robust abbey ale, brewed by master craftsmen in the classic Belgian ‘dubbel’ style.  It’s rich and malty, with a yeasty, fruity and slightly smoky bouquet, and notes of port, raisins and dark chocolate on the palate.  A bottle-conditioned ale, this will age and develop, gaining more smoothness and complexity.
Cheers!
Mike Shelhamer
Old Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405

http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar

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Domaine de la Tourmaline 2010 Muscadet Sèv+re et Maine (Loire Valley, France)    $12.99
This fragrant Loire white offers intense and very expressive aromas of citrus fruits, apricots and wildflowers.  It’s wonderfully fresh and zingy on the palate, offering a savory hint of salinity and a crunchy, defined mineral character.  Juicy white fruit tones emerge on the background, with a lightly peppery pear-skin accent coming in on the finish.
Michele Chiarlo 2010 Barbera d’Asti Le Orme (Piedmont, Italy)
$14.99
Le Orme is an enticing red wine, bursting with juicy blackberry, black currant and spice flavors accented by touches of violet and mineral.  Barbera’s vibrant acidic structure and easygoing tannins make it a great table red.
Bodegas Leda 2007 más de Leda Tempranillo (Castilla y León, Spain)    $18.99
This dark, dense Tempranillo opens with a fragrant Chambord and
blueberry bouquet.  The flavor profile is all about ripe dark berry fruit, laced with licorice accents plus a subtle hint of pepper.  The finish is nicely dry, with big tannins that show plenty of length.
Layer Cake 2010 Shiraz (Barossa Valley, Australia)     $15.99
Dark, dense and inky, this is textbook Barossa Shiraz, yets it’s surprisingly well-balanced, overflowing with bountiful dark fruit yet not overly jammy on the palate.  Intense mocha accents complement the velvety mouthfeel, but this wine finishes clean and long.
Bodega Norton 2010 Privada (Mendoza, Argentina)    $22.99
The Privada is Norton’s signature blend of Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.  It’s a wine that really goes for the gusto, with plenty of toast and rich spice mingling with layers of ripe fig, plum and black currant fruit.  It ends with a dollop of licorice and spice on a long, thickly textured finish.
Belle Glos 2011 Pinot Noir, Las Alturas Vineyard (Santa Lucia Highlands)    $39.99
This offers an intense, persistent nose of raspberry jam, black currants, spice and vanilla.  Rich flavors of fresh dark raspberries and blackberries exhibit an exotic, spicy quality, and the refined tannins create a soft, silky mouthfeel.  A fruit-laden, juicy finish seems to go on almost forever…
NEW ARRIVALS:
Saracina 2007 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County)    $29.99
This Petite is smooth, rich and polished, with layers of blackberry, blueberry and plum fruit.  Lush and super-saturated, it literally coats the palate, with mocha and spice touches adding to the abundantly ripe black fruit flavors.  It’s a big and bold yet silky-smooth mouthful of red.
Schloss Vollrads 2011 Estate Riesling (Rheingau, Germany) $17.99
Schloss Vollrads is one of the oldest wineries in the world, with wine sales first recorded in the year 1211. This wine’s refined and fresh aromas offer tones of Bosc pears, apples and wildflowers.  On the palate, fresh, juicy apple and peach fruit flavors are lifted with a slight spritz and beautifully framed by crisp acidity.
Conn Creek 2009 Herrick Red (Napa Valley)    $19.99
The Herrick Red is a tour of premier Napa Valley vineyard sites in a bottle, beginning with the Herrick Vineyard in Yountville that makes up the majority of the blend.  It also incorporates fruit sourced from the St. Helena, Calistoga, Rutherford, Oak Knoll, Carneros, Mt Veeder and Howell Mountain districts; each contributing distinct elements to this mostly Cabernet Sauvignon-based red.
Sterling Vineyards 2009 Syrah (Central Coast)    $9.99
Inky dark in profile, this Syrah opens with layered black fruit aromas of blackberries, licorice, and toasted coconut.  The palate brightens with raspberry and black currant across a fleshy, rich texture.  Ripe, chewy tannins, spicy cedar and vanilla toast are interwoven throughout this delicious red.

Cheers!
Mike Shelhamer
Old Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405

http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar

http://www.yumawine.com

Gloria Ferrer 2008 Estate Chardonnay (Carneros)    $15.99
Complex ripe pear, citrus and honeysuckle aromas and background hints of
hazelnuts and baked apple mingle on the nose of this lovely Chardonnay.  It’s smooth and round in the mouth, with a firm, focused structure and juicy apple, citrus and nutty/toasty flavors that linger on the finish.
Edna Valley Vineyard 2010 Estate Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County)    $19.99
Fragrant, floral and redolent of dark cherry fruit, this exhibits the delicacy and allure of this captivating varietal. Hints of rose petal, caramel and forest floor weave through the jammy black fruit core.  The palate is finely balanced and silky, framed by soft tannins.
La Maia Lina 2007 Chianti Classico Riserva (Tuscany, Italy) $19.99
This Riserva offers inviting aromas of black cherries, plums and sweet spices, with notes of rose petals and cracked pepper. It’s elegant and lush on the palate, with abundant dark fruit and the classic Chianti character of old leather.  Ripe, silky tannins frame a lingering finish.
Roth Estate 2009 Merlot (Alexander Valley)    $21.99
This is a densely structured wine with aromas of black cherries, violet, cedar and a touch of spice. On the palate, rich flavors of blackberries, black currants and dark chocolate mingle on the smooth-as-silk mouthfeel, ending in a long finish.
Predator 2011 Zinfandel (Lodi)    $14.99
This sustainably farmed Lodi Zin exhibits vibrant scents of blackberry, black pepper, smoky oak and vanilla.  The palate follows through, with rich, mouth-filling flavors of fresh-picked ripe blackberry and raspberry fruit, plus the classic Zinfandel peppery/spicy character.
Chateau Tanunda 2008 Noble Baron Shiraz (Barossa Valley, Australia)   $39.99
Sensuously lush, full and ripe, and packing a boatload of heady flavors, this Barossa Shiraz still manages to exhibit a fresh charm.  It’s dark and inky, with spicy aromatics introducing ripe, lush plum, currant and cherry flavors that stay focused through a rich, smooth finish.
NEW ARRIVALS:
Domaine de la Tourmaline 2010 Muscadet Sèvre et Maine (Loire River Valley, France)   $12.99
This fragrant Loire white offers intense and very expressive aromas of citrus fruits, apricots and wildflowers.  It’s wonderfully fresh and zingy on the palate, offering a savory hint of salinity and a crunchy, defined mineral character.  Juicy white fruit tones emerge on the background, with a lightly peppery pear-skin accent coming in on the finish.
Sonoma Hills 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley)   $18.99
This Cabernet shows expressive aromas of spicy black cherry and ripe
blackberry, with light notes of cedar and mocha.  The mouthfilling flavors of juicy black and red fruits are laced with accents of spice and herbs all through a fine, lingering finish.
Mirassou 2011 Sunset Red (California)    $9.99
Sunset Red is a unique mix of Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Merlot.  It’s a classic California blend:  smooth, flavorful and easy to drink.  Cherry and pomegrante flavors from the Pinot Noir meld nicely with spice notes from the Zin. Merlot adds rich berry fruit and a smooth mouthfeel.
Stone Brewing Double Bastard Ale (Escondido, California)    $7.99
Double Bastard Ale was first released in 1998, and debuted as the amped-up “evil twin” of the already aggressive Arrogant Bastard Ale.  The brewery warns, “Double Bastard Ale is not to be wasted on the tentative or weak.  Only the Worthy are invited, and then only at their own risk. This is one lacerative muther of an ale…”
Cheers!
Mike Shelhamer
Old Town Wine Cellar
265 S. Main Street, Suite E
Yuma, Arizona  85364
928-373-0405
http://www.facebook.com/oldtownwinecellar

http://www.yumawine.com