June 2016 Connoisseur

June 2016 Tier 2

Marramiero Dama Montepulciano d’Abruzzo

Italians are legendary for both iconic and trend-forward designs in high fashion, high performance cars and high-end interior design. Why should their wines be any different? This month’s selection ranks as one of the most popular wines from one of the country’s most enduring wine regions. Ruby red with dark red nuances, it’s an Italian original designed to please!

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2016-06-Dama Origin Italy
Region Abruzzo
Aroma Black cherry, currants, vanilla and licorice
Taste Rich-bodied, dry and mellow with substantial tannin
ABV 13.5%

Guilbaud Cuvee Du Lion Muscadet

Over 1,000 architectural marvels of enormousness and embellishment (better known as chateaux) reside in the Loire Valley. This region enjoys a history of inspiring winemakers as well as writers. Novelist Charles Perrault penned the tale of Sleeping Beauty here. And like that slumbering beauty, this bright, pale gold wine awaits the touch of your lips to bring out all its delicate flavors.

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2016-06-Guilbaud Origin France
Region Loire Valley
Aroma Lively and juicy lemon fruit bouquet
Taste Slightly dry, fresh and energetic with salty minerality and bright citrus
ABV 12%