This week’s beer additions come from The Rock; Newfoundland! After a little hiatus, we’re happy to welcome back some stellar cans from two awesome breweries coming out of NFLD; Banished Brewing via Paradise and Bannerman Brewing from St. John’s. Stock up on these tasty brews from the rugged coastline of Newfoundland and enjoy them all weekend long.
Château de Saint Cosme, a premier estate in Gigondas, is renowned for its exceptional wines. Owned by the Barruol family since the 1490s, Louis Barruol took over in 1992, enhancing quality and adopting biodynamic practices by 2010. Nestled in the heart of Gigondas, the estate spans 15 hectares under the Dentelles de Montmirail. Besides estate wines, Barruol also crafts “Saint Cosme” négociant wines from select growers’ grapes.
Micro Cosme is another line from this popular winery and new-to-us; add these to your cart and try something new this weekend.
Micro Cosme Blanc
Château de Saint Cosme is a leading estate in the southern Rhone appellation of Gigondas and their wines are considered by many to be the best of the appellation. The property has been in the hands of the Barruol family since the 1490s. In 1992 Louis Barruol took the estate over from his father and shifted the viticulture practices with strict focus on quality and converted to biodynamics in 2010.
The estate lies in the heart of Gigondas where 15 hectares of vineyard grow in the shade of the Dentelles de Montmirail mountain. In addition to the estate-grown wines labeled “Château de Saint Cosme,” Louis Barruol buys grapes from contracted growers, labeling these “négociant” wines simply as “Saint Cosme.”
Wine Type
White Wine
Size
750ml
Country
France
Vintage
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Region
Rhone
Sub-Region
Southern Rhone
Grape
Sauvignon BlancViognier
Farming Method
BiodynamicAll of our products that are tagged with the term Biodynamic are either biodynamic certified or biodynamic practicing.Learn More
Château de Saint Cosme is a leading estate in the southern Rhone appellation of Gigondas and their wines are considered by many to be the best of the appellation. The property has been in the hands of the Barruol family since the 1490s. In 1992 Louis Barruol took the estate over from his father and shifted the viticulture practices with strict focus on quality and converted to biodynamics in 2010.
The estate lies in the heart of Gigondas where 15 hectares of vineyard grow in the shade of the Dentelles de Montmirail mountain. In addition to the estate-grown wines labeled “Château de Saint Cosme,” Louis Barruol buys grapes from contracted growers, labeling these “négociant” wines simply as “Saint Cosme.”
Nikka Whisky, founded by Masataka Taketsuru, the Father of Japanese whisky, began with his journey to Scotland in 1918 to master the craft. After studying chemistry at The University of Glasgow and apprenticing at Scotch distilleries, he returned to Japan, helped establish Yamazaka distillery, and later founded Yoichi Distillery in 1934, choosing its location for its Scottish-like climate. Nikka Days, designed for everyday enjoyment, offers a vibrant taste perfect neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails.
Nikka Whisky Coffey Grain Whisky
Nikka Whisky was founded by Masataka Taketsuru, the Father of Japanese whisky. Aspiring to create “genuine” whisky in Japan, Masataka set off alone to Scotland in 1918 to gain the knowledge needed to achieve his goal. Arriving in Scotland, he enrolled at The University of Glasgow and studied chemistry, before landing an apprenticeship at three different Scotch distilleries. Filling his notebook with the wealth of information he had learned, Masataka headed back home to Japan with his wife Rita. He was immediately hired and helped build Yamazaka distillery, where he stayed for 10 years. He branched out on his own, heading north to Yoichi and building Yoichi Distillery in 1934.
The Coffey still was created in 1830 by Aeneas Coffey and was the world’s first patented continuous still. Masataka Taketsuru had the opportunity to distill grain in a Coffey still while studying whisky-making in Scotland. Although the stills are not the most efficient, he saw the value in them in the spirit created by using them. Coffey stills retain flavour from the ingredients used as well as having a signature creamy texture.