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Granville Island Pumpkining Pumpkin Ale 650ml (BC) –  “Just when you thought it was safe to go into the patch…killer pumpkin flavours and spices emerge to create a truly twisted ale.  TASTING NOTES:  Smells like fresh pumpkin pie. Pumpkin flavours with dashes of nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves create a lingering finish.  FOOD PAIRINGS:  Its unique spices complement roasted meats and winter vegetables.” -website tasting notes

Cavicchioli Spumante Demi-Sec  (Italy) (05) - “An intense and characteristic bouquet of white flowers with notes of rose and peach; attractively sweet, aromatic and persistent taste with a slightly dry finish.”  -tasting notes

Girard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley, California) (01) – “Showcases aromas of stone fruit, citrus, and papaya. On the palate notes of white peach, mango, and pineapple accent the bright acidity. The finish has a slightly rich, round note with hints of key lime.” -winery tasting notes

Girard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley, California) (01) - “The nose exhibits toasted/smoked almonds, stone fruit, pear and vanilla bean. The palate showcases the regions bright acidity and minerality coupled with notes of crisp apple, citrus and a touch of cinnamon. The French Oak is present but not dominating.” -winery tasting notes

Girard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa County, California) (01) - “Aromatics of mocha, vanilla bean, toffee and espresso. On the palate there’s dusty cocoa powder, blackberries and cassis. Bright acidity helps showcase the vivid red fruits intermingling with dark fruit components. The cabernet finishes with leather, toast and chocolate covered cherries.”  -winery tasting notes 

Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 (Paso Robles California) – “The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon opens with aromas of black cherry, plum and violets, followed by subtle flavors of strawberry and allspice. Firm yet supple tannins finish off this approachable fruit-driven Cabernet Sauvignon, making it ideal for a variety of food pairings.” - Hope Family Wines website

DAOS Cabernet Sauvignon Bostavan (Moldova) (01) -“Carefully selected, handpicked Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in the southern Moldova region of Etulia create this dark red coloured wine. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels, it is characterized by specific varietal notes, with forest fruit and blackberries in the bouquet. This is a full-bodied wine, with and essence of black currants that persists in an appealing, long finish.” -winemaker’s tasting notes 

Negru de Purcari (Moldova) (01) – “A reserve red dry wine, Negru de Purcari shows intense and complex nose hints of sweet fruit, reminiscent of ripe plums and figs. The wine’s aroma evolves into whiffs and layers of mixed spice, licorice and saffron. Oak, dark fruit and chocolate flavours entice the palate. The result is a long, agreeable, persistent finish to this fine vintage.” -winemaker’s tasting notes

Grey Goose VX - “Grey Goose VX is best enjoyed on the rocks in a fine snifter glass to appreciate its rich character and complex nose, with hints of white fruit blossom, plum, apricot, light citrus and wild honey, followed by a long, lingering finish.” -website tasting notes

Patron XO Café Dark Cocoa - “Patrón XO Cafe Dark Cocoa combines high-quality Patrón Silver tequila with the extraordinary essence of fine coffee and Criollo chocolate from Mexico to create a unique and enjoyable ultra-premium coffee liqueur. Patrón XO Cafe Dark Cocoa marries the smooth, dry taste of Patrón XO Cafe with the decadence of rich chocolate and light tequila. Color: Rich, dark brown. Aroma: Fresh coffee balanced with cocoa. Taste: Rich taste of fresh roasted coffee, rich chocolate and light tequila.” -website

Spicebox Pumpkin Spiced Canadian Whisky

Mad & Noisy Brewing Hops & Bolts.  60 IBU

“This beer is a bit lighter than an IPA but much fuller than your typical lager. It has a big hop aroma, tropical fruits and bold piney notes, bready malt flavours and finishes with a pithy grapefruit bitterness.” – website

Le Lys is a white wine from the South-West region of France.  It has become a staff favourite since the moment we tasted it.  We feel it would be a nice accompaniment to your Thanksgiving table.

“Le Lys is a crisp and refreshing white wine typified by its powerful fresh notes of newly-gathered apricot and citrus fruit.  The mouth has the fullness of ripe Semillon yet it is neither heavy nor cloying:  the touch of acidity gives it all the vivacity and freshness it needs.” -Les Vignerons de Buzet

BEER: 

Fernie Brewing Sap Sucker Maple Porter (single 650ml bottle) (BC)- “In December 2010 we welcomed our deliciously dark and robust Porter, with a delicate but flavourful touch of maple syrup.  Favoured by the educated craft beer drinker, looking for a uniquely rich and flavourful product, it’s popular with consumers, beer bloggers and judges.  Gold Medal Winner – 2011 Canadian Brewing Awards”  - website

Howe Sound Brewing PumpkinEater Imperial Pumpkin Ale (1L Growler) (BC)- “A high gravity pumpkin ale brewed with barley, fresh roasted pumpkin, hops, cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, star anise, water and yeast, it is one of the local seasonal favorites.  This beer is produced in very limited quantities each fall as part of the John Mitchell series.  Awards – North American Bronze 2012 –  Herbed/Spiced Gold.  Canadian Bronze 2012 – Pumpkin Beer.  North American Bronze 2011 –  Herbed/Spiced. Canadian Silver 2011 – Pumpkin Beer.  Food Pairing – As a malty, spiced ale, it goes well with both savory and sweet items. Try it with cheese, nuts, and of course pumpkin pie.” - website

Innis & Gunn gift pack (Scotland) – this gift pack includes 3 Innis & Gunn beers (original oak aged, treacle porter, bourbon stout) and a branded glass

WINE:

Bostavan Bastardo (semi-sweet red wine (02)) (Moldova) – “The Bastardo grape is primarily known as the grape used in Portugal to make Port. In Moldova this hand harvested semi-sweet grape, creates a dark ruby coloured wine. It exhibits aromas of black cherry and violets, ending with a light sweetness on the palate. Bastardo can be enjoyed alone or paired with beef or veal dishes.” -tasting notes

Purcari Cabernet Sauvignon (01) (Moldova) – “Cabernet-Sauvignon is an estate red wine, aged in oak barrels and finished in glass. It exhibits aromas of peppermint and wild berry as well as a velvety texture with lovely spicy notes and vanilla, contributing to a long- lingering finish.  Pairings: Strong cheeses and choice beef and lamb will taste even more savory and delicious when paired with Cabernet-Sauvignon de Purcari. You will best enjoy the aromas and taste of this wine at a temperature of 18C.  ” – tasting notes

Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine 2009 (01) (California) -  “The 2009 Blanc de Blancs offers bright aromas of fresh green apple and juicy pineapple, complemented by yeasty sweet bread dough. The aromas lead into an expressive and generous taste of white stone fruit, apple, pear and tart grapefruit. An undertone of salty minerality and a complex creamy palate are supported to the end with a mouthwatering acidity.” – Winemakers Keith Hock and Hugh Davies

SPIRITS:

Maxwell MEAD Liqueur (Australia) - “Maxwell Liqueur Mead is a unique drink made by fortifying mead with a specially selected spirit, adding a secret concoction of herbs and spices, and then the mead spends up to three years in oak barrels. This is a mead of unrivalled character; intensely aromatic with a rich and complex flavour, a unique after dinner liqueur. Serve at room temperature or over ice.” – website

Pinnacle Pumpkin Pie flavoured vodka (France) - need we say more?

SOMERSBY APPLE CIDER (Denmark) – “Somersby Apple is a refreshing cider made from fermented apple juice and natural apple flavouring. No artificial sweeteners, flavours or colourings. Its uniquely juicy apple taste makes it a tasty and natural choice for the relaxed moments with your friends.” -website  Somersby is gluten free.

MIKE’S HARD BLOOD ORANGE LEMONADE

TWISTED TEA HALF AND HALF  now available in dozen cans.  This is half ‘iced tea’ and half lemonade.

INNIS & GUNN CANADIAN CHERRYWOOD (Scotland) - “Strong, sweet and full bodied, we matured this Limited Edition Innis & Gunn over Canadian Black Cherrywood and then finished it before bottling with a touch of maple syrup to give it a sweet, toasty twist.’ -website

BUDWEISER CHELADA - “Budweiser & Clamato Chelada is a beer that combine Budweiser with the refreshing taste of Clamato, spices and a hint of lime.” – webiste

3 OLIVES LOOPY - “A dastardly delicious medley of tropical fruit and imported English vodka.”  -website

HISPANIOLA MAMAJUANA (Dominican Republic) – “Hispaniola Mamajuana is an herbal liqueur made from aged rum, honey and a secret combination of over twenty different herbs and spices.  It has been a tradition in the Dominican Republic for hundreds of years and is rumored to enhance vitality and have an “uplifting” effect.   It is highly versatile and can be enjoyed as a sipper, ice-cold shot, or in a shot”  - website

DOMAINE MARC MOREY PULIGNY – MONTRACHET 1er CRU ‘LES REFERTS’ (France) – 92 Points Burghound.com “ Here too there is a mild touch of reduction that does not materially detract from the very ripe pear, white peach and apricot aromas. There is impressive opulence to the plush, round and sappy flavors that enjoy excellent mid-palate concentration that end in a textured, intense and well-balanced finish that delivers strikingly good length. I also like the lovely complexity and overall, this is a relatively refined Referts ” -Burghound