tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-23338275641707999112024-03-05T19:47:03.643-08:00Bounty Hunter Rare Wine & Spirits Wine BlogBounty Hunter Wine & Spirits in Napa Valley has made it our business to track down the hottest wines the world has to offer and serve them via our catalog, our Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ in downtown Napa and on our website. Our blog provides a unique, insider's view into what we do every day...taste wine, visit our winemaker friends, tour wineries, attend events and of course, stop to enjoy the simple things in life...food, friends and wine.Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.comBlogger142125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-20012647309443994892017-12-08T12:03:00.002-08:002017-12-11T13:51:54.694-08:00Applejack: America's Native Spirit<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in;">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">When you think of the quintessential American
spirit, you probably think of Kentucky bourbon, right? What if we told
you that our Founding Fathers were imbibing a spirit sourced further North long
before the stills were running in the South?</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">The native spirit of the Red, White and Blue is
actually applejack; a delicious distilled beverage made from, you guessed it,
apples! POTUS #1, George Washington, was so enamored with the apple cider hued
liquor that his men often gifted him bottles of spirit. Legend has it that our
nation’s first distillery, Laird and Co. (continuously operating since 1780)
gave Washington the recipe so he could make his own.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Applejack is a spirit fermented from regular
orchard apples which are pressed whole, their juice distilled, and then aged in
American Oak barrels (not unlike their bourbon kin). It can run the gamut from light-bodied to slightly viscous and has
notes of fall spices, vanilla, clove and of, course, apple!</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">So, what happened to this beloved spirit enjoyed
by great American Presidents and authors alike (Hemingway wrote about it in <i>The
Sun Also Rises</i>)? Well, as is the case in most businesses, it became a
question of scalability. As grain-based spirits took off and became more
economical to produce, the labor and source-intensive applejack fell out of
favor among our country’s distillers. </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Luckily, the spirit’s flagship producer, Laird
and Co., still cranks out the good stuff as well as a small but proud collective
of craft distillers like Arkansas Black. In fact, for a limited time, we
have partnered with Shaker and Spoon to offer you</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/arkansas-black-single-barrel-applejack?utm_source=Blog&utm_campaign=Applejack"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt;">a 15% discount on bottles of Arkansas Black’s
Straight Applejack</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"> when you use the promo
code “AppleShaker” at checkout.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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where you can enjoy it straight or on the rocks; served hot and mixed in with
your favorite apple cider; or try this excellent recipe from Shaker and Spoon:
the</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="https://blog.shakerandspoon.com/2017/11/02/applejack-of-my-eye/"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt;">Applejack of My Eye</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">! </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">We hope learning about our country’s founding
spirit inspires you to make it part of your winter imbibing. As always, if you
want to learn more about applejack or any of the other great wines and spirits
that the Bounty Hunter offers, reach out to a Wine Scout!</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;">Happy Holidays from the Bounty Hunter!</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-30152325562866380802017-11-17T16:36:00.000-08:002017-11-17T16:36:15.908-08:00The Only 5 Wines You Need for Thanksgiving, According to Chef Duskie Estes <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you’re a bacon lover, then you probably know Duskie Estes as the Princess du Porc – her half of the title when she and husband John Stewart won Cochon 555 at Food & Wine Classic in Aspen. Or if you live in Sonoma’s wine country, you may have visited </span><a href="http://zazukitchen.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Zazu Kitchen + Farm</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, the couple’s Sebastopol restaurant and tasted their artisan </span><a href="http://blackpigmeatco.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Black Pig Bacon</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> from pigs they raise. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Though she cooks farm-to-table with classic roots, Estes has a playful and quirky style that comes out in everything she does, whether in her appearances on Food Network Shows (like </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Next Iron Chef</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> or </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Guy’s Grocery Games</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, airing Nov. 19), or entertaining for holidays. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">“Our Thanksgiving is kind of weird. We do bacon, lettuce, turkey and avocado (BLAT) sandwiches on Thanksgiving for our family,” says Estes, who has two daughters. “We have like 20 bags of chips that we say no to most of the year and have a chip party with our BLATS. ” The grownups wash down their sandwiches with sparkling wine or German Riesling.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bubbles</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – “Bubbles work with everything from oysters to barbecue. They have such great acid and they make everyone happy all the time. I don’t know a food that I don’t think bubbles go with,” she says. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Rosé</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - “I would have rosé with the turkey myself,” says Estes. “But it depends on the gravy. We do a gravy that’s more orange juice and lemon juice, so it’s tangier rather than heavy.” She also finds that the tart and astringent flavors of cranberries, found in a cranberry-apple chutney, are delicious with dry rosé. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Our wine pick: </span><a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/2016-chateau-la-calisse-rose-provence" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2016 Château La Calisse Rosé, Provence Costeaux Varois, $34.95</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Rhône white</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> - Rhône whites (think a blend of Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier) are often a chef favorite when it comes to food pairing. “The wines tend to have some weight, less acid and a little more body, and floral notes,” says Estes.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">That combo of characteristics makes Rhône whites perfect with all your side dishes, from Brussels sprouts with bacon or yams to pureed parsnips or mashed potatoes. Estes can’t wait to match it with her </span><a href="http://zazukitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/winter-white-cauliflower-soup-w-apple-chips-+-curry-oil-.pdf" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">winter white cauliflower soup with apple chips and curry oil</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> or the </span><a href="http://zazukitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/thanksgiving-turkey-maple-brine.pdf" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">turkey brined in maple, ginger, allspice and black pepper</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Our wine pick: </span><a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/2015-the-prisoner-wine-co.-blindfold-white-california" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2015 The Prisoner “Blindfold” White Blend, California, $19.95</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pinot Noir </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">- “It has such a broad range it would go great with the earthy vegetables, the bird, yams and anything with mushrooms,” says Estes. Pinot is also a classic pairing with her favorite group – pork – as in this </span><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bovolo-bacon-mnc-recipe-1949565" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bovolo Bacon Macaroni and Cheese</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> she created for </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Food Network Challenge.</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Since her restaurant is in the Russian River, she’s fond of that earthy yet fruit-forward style. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Our wine pick: </span><a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/2014-westside-crossing-pinot-noir" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2014 Westside Crossing Pinot Noir, Sonoma Russian River Valley, $27.95</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Zinfandel</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Cambria; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> – The bold berry flavors, spice notes and smooth tannins in Zinfandel, a quintessentially American wine, make it a great match for dark meat turkey, pork roast and foods with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, says Estes. And it’s more creative than just pulling out a big Cabernet Sauvignon. She loves all Zin, but is especially fond of Zinfandels from Sonoma’s Dry Creek and Russian River, which are considered some of the best in the world. “Those areas could use the support right now [post wildfires] and they make rocking Zin!” she says. </span></div>
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Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-57778358142148446092017-09-07T16:58:00.001-07:002017-09-07T17:03:06.150-07:00A Revivalist Spirits Experience<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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sunny glory. In these warmer climes (and sometimes when there’s a chill in the
air) when we want something crisp and invigorating, with a little kick, we
reach for a bottle of gin, and hope many of you do the same. There has been a
major surge in the spirit’s popularity and the byproduct of that surge is a
rise in small, craft production. Which means more opportunities for us to try
something new and great! Recently we had the chance to taste the gins of a
small producer, not available outside of their home state of Pennsylvania (save
for a few select retailers and restaurants in nearby states<a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/search?keywords=revivalist&utm_source=web&utm_medium=home_banner&utm_campaign=the_revivalist" target="_blank"> like your friendly neighborhood Bounty Hunter!</a>) We took little
time to reach out to the distillery and ask a few questions and gain some
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<a href="http://www.therevivalistspirits.com/" target="_blank">Brandywine Branch Distillers</a> is in Elverson, PA and was
founded by brothers Don and Scott Avellino just a couple of years ago. They
purchased an eight acre farm in 2014 and they began transforming its old, run
down, stone barn into a distillery in 2015. The barn dates to the 19<sup>th</sup>
century and was part of a much larger farm. Known locally as “the hippie barn”
for its colorful denizens of the 1960s and 70s era when squatters used it for
shelter. The hippies left some colorful psychedelic designs on the beams that
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in their planning that using the finest quality equipment would be of paramount
importance. Their fermentation tanks are built from Douglas Fir by a
century-old, local Philadelphia company who have built many of the water towers
visible from the New York City skyline. They elected to purchase an alembic still
from renowned German manufacturer CARL, who are known for their long family
history, quality, and reliability. Choosing an alembic still, most commonly
used in brandy distillation, allows a versatility that they might not get from
a pot or column still, which is good news for us, as they’ll have the
opportunity to experiment and produce a wide array of spirits. Once the
renovation was completed they were ready to get to work. They finally fired up
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journey. They grew up around machinery and equipment and found their way to the
automotive repair business, a rewarding industry, but as Don says, “demanding
in a way unlike some other industries; no one is ever happy about spending
money to fix their car.” So, they set out to utilize another passion they
shared, home brewing, and create a business that could be creative and offer an
opportunity to build a brand with products they could be proud of that people
would be happy to spend their hard-earned money on. After doing some market
research they settled on the distilling business. They knew they wanted to make
rye whiskey, in keeping with Pennsylvania heritage, but also realized that
producing whiskey takes time and doesn’t generate immediate revenue, so they
knew they’d need another spirit to keep the business operational while they lay
down their whiskey stocks. Gin was the logical go-to for a spirit they could sell
immediately that still showcases artisan craft and handmade production. While
seeking to safeguard history, they’re also looking to “redefine how people view
gin and attract new spirit lovers to the category.” To this end they’ve created
a line of gins with distinct botanical mixes that are based on the seasons.
These include <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/the-revivalist-botanical-gin-equinox-expression" target="_blank">a citrus-forward style for spring</a>; a floral, <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/the-revivalist-botanical-gin-summertide-expression" target="_blank">grassy style for summer</a>; <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/the-revivalist-botanical-gin-harvest-expression" target="_blank">warming spices for fall</a>; and <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/the-revivalist-botanical-gin-solstice-expression" target="_blank">a gin finished in red wine barrels</a> that
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It’s our job to be a discerning eye, to look through many
lenses at new products and this stuff passes all of the test! Our whole team
was really impressed with the gins we tasted. We expect more greatness in the
future from this small, family owned project. Cheers!<o:p></o:p></div>
Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-77356664632968933412017-07-20T14:54:00.001-07:002017-07-20T14:54:45.203-07:00The Art of Japanese Whisky meets the Art of Advertising<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">No matter which endorser you side with, bottles like </span><a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/suntory-toki-blended-whisky"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Suntory’s ‘Toki’</span></a><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> or </span><a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/hibiki-japanese-harmony-blended-whisky"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Hibiki Harmony</span></a><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> are best enjoyed during these warm summer evenings the way the Japanese drink their whisky… on the rocks.</span>Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-1447998076317984592017-05-11T11:39:00.000-07:002017-05-11T11:39:08.440-07:00Why Whisper for Wine When You Can Wrangle?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Here, at Bounty Hunter, we were lucky enough to get the full scoop on the best things to do in Kentucky leading up to the fun weekend from our Wine Scout Ilse Chun, who has <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #333333;">deep</span> Southern roots from growing up in Charleston S.C. and attending high school and college in Louisville, KY</span><span style="background-color: white;">. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">For ladies and gents, procuring the perfect hat, will maximize your Derby experience, so a one of a kind, handmade chapeau from Olivia Griffin of Louisville’s The Mysterious Rack, is the savvy place to start. (558 S 4<sup>th</sup> Street, Louisville, KY.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Oaks Day is all about the ladies- featuring 3 year old phillies racing around the Churchill Downs track. Junior Leaguers and equine enthusiasts alike, deck out in head-to-toe pink attire, to raise money and awareness for breast and ovarian cancer survivors. Some locals, hoping to avoid the mayhem and hoopla of Derby, will opt to attend the Oaks, in lieu of the Derby.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Working in fine dining in Louisville for many years, I giddily looked forward to seeing the trainers and jockeys in my restaurant for dinner on Oaks and Derby Day. Beloved trainer Bob Baffert materialized like clockwork each year, sipping his Diet Coke and charming everyone- including the staff. Guests imbibed Single Barrel Bourbon flights like the one below and Manhattans, and service was always smooth and filled with colorful fashion and Southern gentility. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">After a busy day of selecting your <a href="https://www.kentuckyderby.com/horses" target="_blank">horses</a></span><span style="color: blue; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">and screaming your head off, you will crave the 4 Diamond luxury of Louisville’s finest and most historic hotel, </span><a href="http://www.seelbachhilton.com/kentucky-derby" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">The Seelbach</a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Before you fly home, it is customary to ingest Louisville’s most legendary recipe: <a href="http://www.brownhotel.com/dining-hot-brown" target="_blank">The Kentucky Hot Brown</a>. Chef Fred Schmidt, (interestingly, the father of my first restaurant boss, Fred Schmidt Jr.), conceived of this decadent dish, sensing that diners craved more than a simple omelet. With layers of thickly sliced turkey breast, nestled between Roma tomatoes, bacon, Texas toast, and Pecorino Romano cheese, this is the key to your Derby recovery.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">With the right ingredients and a few simple instructions, you will create classic cocktails from the comforts of your kitchen. Here's our recipe for The Manhattan, featuring some famous bartender 'secrets' along with all the ingredients you'll need to become a Manhattan master. You’ll receive one bottle of each ingredient listed below along with the recipe and instructions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">After much lauded success with the Angel's Envy Bourbon, the Hendersons have put their hat into the rye whiskey game for a few years now. Following the same principles as with their bourbon, this is finished in Caribbean Rum casks. A spicy rye that is bolstered with unctuous notes of blackstrap molasses, cocoa and mouthfuls of honey. A rye unlike anything else, this is not to be missed. Limited availability.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Perhaps the most unique of all barrel selection experiences, we were enthralled to come up with this "stave finished" whiskey. It's a whiskey that envelops your senses with robust aromas of barrel spice, caramel, toffee and vanilla, and a lingering trace of campfire in the background. The palate has a Cognac-like elegance, and the cask-strength bottling packs just the right punch to leave you wanting more. Our first trip to Loretto is one you’ll want to savor!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Standing in a cemetery across from a distillery doesn't really sound like the type of tour introduction one might expect, but that's exactly how our recent visit to <a href="http://www.theglenrothes.com/en/default.html" target="_blank">The Glenrothes</a> began. Ronnie Cox, Brands Heritage Director, stood amidst the headstones memorializing denizens of the village of Rothes and told us a ghost story.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">At the turn of the 20th century, an orphan boy named Biawa "Byeway" Makalaga was found under a bush in Africa by Colonel Grant of Rothes. Grant brought "Byeway" back to Scotland to be raised in his hometown. The young man grew up to be the Colonel's helper and a well-known figure in the village, playing on the local football team. "Byeway" passed away in 1972, seven years later when the former malting floor was renovated and the new stills installed there were two reports of his ghost appearing in the still house.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The distillery brought in a local professor to investigate, he found a disruption in an energy line that was caused by the new stills installation, this led him to walk to a specific gravestone across the road, 70+ yards from the still house, and after a brief moment of conversation he returned and said the situation had been resolved amicably. The gravestone was that of </span>Biawa<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> "</span>Byeway<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">" </span>Makalaga<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">, and his ghost was not seen again.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The legend of The Glenrothes continues, and why not pick up a couple of bottles so that next time you want a fine Scotch Whisky you can raise your glass and "<b>toast the ghost</b>", in the tradition of Rothes, Scotland.</span><br />
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Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-29397093508959127902017-03-17T10:48:00.001-07:002017-03-17T10:52:33.088-07:00Just Say No To Green Beer<div class="MsoNormal">
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It’s St. Patrick’s Day today, and here at Bounty Hunter we are seeing green.<br />
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St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, and what began as a remembrance of his death has become a holiday to honor Irish heritage in the United States. Often celebrated respectably by drinking a lot of a Guinness and Irish Whiskey, and not so respectably by pouring green food coloring into everything in sight. Here in the U.S, we love to dye food, who among us has not eaten green eggs and ham or drunk green beer from a green keg? One of our wine scouts even had green Sparkling Wine in an unnamed tasting room.</div>
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Here at Bounty Hunter, we love Irish Whisky, but we want to help you do better with the green beverages. Admittedly French rather than Irish. Absinthe and Chartreuse come by their green hue more honestly than green beer.</div>
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Sometimes called the green fairy for its reported hallucinations, Absinthe is an herbal spirit that tastes like licorice and packs a high proof wallop. The traditional way to drink it is by dripping water very slowly into it until it turns green and milky. We would also recommend slowly pouring Sparkling wine into it for a beautifully green glass of bubbles. </div>
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Chartreuse is a liquor made with 130 plants and flowers by French monks from an ancient recipe, it is the perfect thing to drink very cold after your corned beef and cabbage.The one we carry is not only green but aged for an extra time in French oak.</div>
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Here at <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/">Bounty Hunter Rare Wine & Spirits</a>, we wish you a happy and safe St. Patrick’s Day and want to help you just say no to green beer. For the non-traditionalists among you here are two deliciously green spirits for you to try. </div>
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<a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1SVPONVOS3">Vieux Pontarlier Absinthe Francaise Superieure</a></div>
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Distilled using only locally grown wormwood, we’ve found the pinnacle of absinthe. As fragrant as it is bright, there are notes of spice, alpine herbs, and fennel. Add water and watch the louche create a milky, opaque color that draws out more complex aromatics. Looking to expand your horizons and give Absinthe a try? This is where you should start. 130 proof</div>
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<a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1SCHANVLI4G">Chartreuse Green VEP Liqueur 1L France</a></div>
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The elixir of long life, Chartreuse is made of a secret recipe that has been handed down to each generation of Carthusian monks since 1605. The V.E.P. is a selected portion of the traditional recipe aged for an extra time in French oak casks. Intoxicating aromas of tarragon, fennel, and coriander are woven together with deeply concentrated flavors of mint,citrus and sage. The most powerful attribute occurs at the finish, as each component melds into one harmonious distinct flavor, leaving you green with envy for another sip, chanting is optional.</div>
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<b>If you are a traditionalist, we also have some delicious Irish Whiskies. </b></div>
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This whiskey is a fitting homage to the legendary literary history of the Emerald Isle. A most uncommon blend of pure pot still and single malt whiskey, recalling the whiskeys of the 19th century with honey, sweet orange blossom and a spicy hint of ginger and oak to the finish. Try on the rocks with soda, James Joyce’s drink.</div>
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The Irish Whiskey for the Bourbon lover. While lacking an age statement, it is matured in CA Cabernet barrels for around 4-6 years, the ripe fruit aromas mesh nicely with hints of coconut and banana, a touch of mint, and butterscotch. Long and flavorful on the palate with hints of caramel, honey, and tree fruits - just like a punchy young bourbon, this one packs an Irish, bare-knuckle finish that will leave you breathless.</div>
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Usually yellow spots aren't always a good thing, but in this case, nothing could be further from the truth. Aromas of ripe peach, cracked black pepper, nutmeg and clove lead into a decadent palate of honeyed citrus, milk chocolate, red apples and crème brulee to create a special bottle of Irish delight. A long and complex finish of sweet red fruits and toasted barley make this an absolute pleasure to imbibe. If Irish eyes are smiling, it’s because their lips have been graced with this delectable whiskey.</div>
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West Cork Distillers was founded in 2003 and has patiently bided their time while these casks matured in the cellar. Triple distilled in a pot still using only Irish grown grain, this single malt is exactly what we've been waiting for in Irish Whiskey. Aged 12 years in ex-bourbon barrels and finished for nearly 6 months in rum casks sourced from Caribbean distilleries. A bounty of flavor with cracked hazelnuts, citrus and a sweet cereal grain from nosing and through the mid-palate. The finish is long and loaded with overripe mango and a taste of the tropics. Bringing together two distinctly different latitudes in one bottle, this is one to savor.</div>
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Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-57790948849906693942017-02-22T10:55:00.001-08:002017-02-22T10:55:12.013-08:00A Sweet Pairing: Girls Scout Cookies, Wine, and Spirits<div class="MsoNormal">
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Since we are all in the Girl Scout cookie boat together, we asked our Wine Scouts to be Cookie Scouts and tell us their favorite cookie pairings. The first thing we learned is that there are two Girl Scout cookie bakers. If you’re like Tom Miller and grew up in Texas, you remember a cookie called Caramel deLites, while if you’re a California girl like Rachel Kau-Taylor, you called the same cookie a Samoa. </div>
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Because cookies are so sweet, they present some real obstacles to successful wine paring. Many wines have qualities like tannin and acid that are softened by age or decanting or thoughtful contrast pairing that is enhanced by sugar. We often think that because this red wine tastes like raspberries it will go with chocolate because chocolate goes with raspberries. Instead, the sugar plays up the tannin in the wine and suddenly the inside of your chocolatey cheeks are stuck to your tannin covered teeth. It’s not delicious, and your Wine Scouts believe you deserve to have a better experience. </div>
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Sam Miller: <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WDYQ07IW2">2007 Chateau d’Yquem Sauternes</a> with Samoas </div>
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Chateau d’Yquem is the liquid gold of Sauternes. It overflows from your glass with honeysuckle and apricots. It's expensive because the grapes shrivel on the vine and the amount of juice is minuscule. It is a lion among dessert wines. If you want to have the most decadent Girl Scout Cookie experience, Sam says, “The caramel character in the wine will match perfectly with the caramel/coconut/chocolate flavor of the cookie. </div>
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Jeremy Jones: Bounty Hunter 10 year Cask Strength Bourbon with Tagalongs (AKA Peanut Butter Patties)</div>
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Lee Reinsimar: <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1SCRANVME3">Craneo Organic Mezcal</a> with Thin Mints</div>
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Lee takes the same approach, pairing a hot spirit with mint to cool you off. “The underlying smoke character with the grapefruit, cotton candy and grassy notes in the Mezcal will marry well with the coolness of the chocolate-covered Thin Mints.”</div>
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Chelsea Hamilton: <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WSTR14OW3">2014 Streamside Moscato </a>with Savannah Smiles</div>
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Chelsea is dreaming of summer and there is nothing better on a wine country summer day than sitting on the back porch with an ice cold glass of Moscato and a plate of Savanna Smiles. She says, “The sweet lemon in the cookie actually makes the wine taste a bit less sweet and more refreshing. The effect is like the perfect glass of lemonade.” </div>
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Sandro Morro: <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WEMM14ME3">2014 Emmolo Merlot</a> with Girl Scout S’mores</div>
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The Girl Scout S’more is new this year and celebrates 100 years of Girl Scout cookies. Emmolo Merlot is super plush with soft tannin. It tastes like black cherries and ripe plums. You’ll think you are eating s’mores after a day of berry picking, and what’s better than that? </div>
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Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-40054845074423380442017-02-14T11:30:00.000-08:002017-02-14T14:00:02.939-08:00A Valentine's Crush<div class="MsoNormal">
With Valentine’s Day here, it’s always fun to nurse a little secret crush, and here at Bounty Hunter, we are crushing hard on Burgundy. In particular on <a href="http://www.domainearlaud.com/" target="_blank">Cyprien Arlaud</a>, who came to visit us the other day in our downtown Napa tasting lab. Cyprien has everything you want in a crush he’s tall with sandy blond hair and a massive passion for biodynamic farming and winemaking. In perfect French-flavored English, Cyprien transported us to his family’s farm in the Cote d’Or. As we tasted his wine we could reach out and feel the close spacing of the vines and hear the clomp, clomp of his sister Bertille’s horses, plowing between rows. </div>
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Sometimes when people think of Biodynamic farming they imagine witches dancing around in the moonlight and burying a ram’s horn, as though it is more religion than science. When Cyprien talks about converting to biodynamic farming practices, he is rational not romantic. He stopped using pesticides because he likes to whole cluster press and felt that you could taste the chemicals in the stems. He started plowing with draft horses because his vines are close together and he found that a tractor compacted his soils so much that water did not find its way to the vines roots. Everything is based on trial and error and finding the perfect balance between freshness and ripeness in his grapes. </div>
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Domaine Arlaud is above all else a love story. The vineyards were a wedding present for Cyprien’s grandparents from his grandmother’s family, and now they are Cyprien’s labor of love. Burgundy is the perfect thing for Valentine’s Day. It’s light and scented with rose petals and strawberries. So make some Salmon with wild mushrooms, or put together a classic Coq Au Vin, pop open one of the bottles below and enjoy.<br />
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When one of the top producers in Morey-Saint-Denis goes biodynamic and invests in one of Vosne's top Premier Cru vineyards, we certainly take notice. Cyprien and Roman Arlaud crafted a dynamite "Petits Monts" in 2013. This vineyard, just above the grand cru Richebourg and adjacent to the mythical Cros Parantoux, is known for powerful, exotic wines, and this is loaded with violets, sandalwood, savory black cherries, cinnamon, and roses. Don't miss this one - we snagged just a few cases.</div>
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The "Aux Réas" vineyard is a rather large village vineyard just south of the town of Vosne-Romanée, which is home to the greatest Pinot Noir vineyards in the world, such as Romanée-Conti and Richebourg. Its name refers to this vineyard's longstanding planting with vines, with Réas meaning "furrows" or "rows." See if you can spot Vosne's signature exoticism and Asiatic spices in this one.</div>
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“Aux Cheseaux,” a name referring to old stone houses, is a terrific Premier Cru that is but a mere chip shot from the Grand Cru Mazoyères-Chambertin. This is Pinot Noir at its most regal: dark morello pie cherries, mushrooms, underbrush, and faintly saline marine notes have their fingerprints all over this one.</div>
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A family affair, Cyprien Arlaud, brother Romain, and sister Bertille run this fabulous domaine in Morey-Saint-Denis with exactitude and strictly adhere to biodynamic farming. They plow all of their vineyards not with tractors, but draft horses, one of whom is named Oka! This is the herbaceous, earthy, bright red-fruited side of Pinot Noir. It will come alive with a slab of pork pâté, triple cream cheese, and a hot baguette.</div>
Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-7662568974382597842017-01-27T10:55:00.003-08:002017-01-27T10:59:41.816-08:00A Day at Reynolds Family Winery <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Mustard is beginning to raise its golden face toward the sun here in Napa, it’s the first harbinger of spring to come, and it means that it’s time for the <a href="https://www.bountyhunterwine.com/" target="_blank">Bounty Hunter</a> to take the Wine Scouts up the Silverado Trail to Reynolds Family Winery. Steve Reynolds is like your favorite mad scientist uncle, who plies devotees with a shot of tequila before wine dinners then turns around and explains that, “texture is the wild west of wine making,” and color molecules are the key. He leaves you feeling like you should be out there x-raying your grapes in the vineyard you don’t own yet. Tasting with him is like being invited to the private winemakers club.</div>
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<a href="http://www.reynoldsfamilywinery.com/" target="_blank">Reynolds Family Winery</a> is only open by appointment but they are always delighted when customers come to them from the Bounty Hunter. We had the RFW Tour and Chef’s Pairings, which includes a walk through their vineyards, a tour of the barrel room, and a sit down tasting with wine and cheese. If you are in town in the summer, watching river otters in the pond off their patio with some of their Sauvignon Blanc is an excellent way to spend an afternoon.</div>
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A classic, textbook Merlot from the Annapurna vineyard in Stags Leap District, this wine has all the earthy elegance of that appellation combined with plush, low-acid black fruit and baking spices. The rock facade of the palisades reflects the heat of the sun onto this vineyard, causing temperatures to rise more quickly than in neighboring vineyards; this gives the wine considerable power for a Merlot - 10% Cabernet blended in helps too!</div>
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Never has a name so aptly described a wine, as this big and bold red blend is bursting at the seams with intensity. Inky purple in color, aromas of crème de cassis, cherries, black pepper and herbs lead into a mouthful of jammy blue and black fruits and chewy tannins that grab a hold of your senses and don't let go. If you're looking for unadulterated Napa decadence in a glass, you've come to the right place. 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc, 8% Syrah, 2% Petit Verdot.</div>
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From the family holdings just south of Stags Leap District, this is a gorgeous 2014, loaded with aromas of cassis syrup, mocha, marzipan, and black cherry jam. It is ripe and forceful on the palate, just a perfect foil for something like a prime rib sandwich with sundried tomato aioli. 96% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Merlot, raised in only 20% new oak! </div>
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It’s become somewhat rote, but the old adage applies when it comes to the holidays: “’Tis better to give than to receive.” The reasons for this are many, but perhaps the most important is to show those you care about that you recognize and appreciate what they bring to your world. This can be especially true in the professional realm, where you’ve hustled all year to make your numbers, spent hours building rapport with your clients, and worked hand-in-hand with your team to ensure that you can be the best at what you do. With the end of the year looming, don’t overlook an opportunity to leave a lasting impression. Take that additional step to cement your reputation in the minds of your clients, prospects and colleagues. A gift with gratitude is often the difference between respected world-class professionals and everyone else. Show your customers and fellow corporate comrades your appreciation this season.</div>
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Afraid you don’t have enough time to choose that perfect present? That’s where a seasoned gifting professional like a Bounty Hunter Wine Scout comes in. We call upon decades of experience catering to our corporate clientele, combined with deep wine and spirits expertise, to find the perfect gift for everyone—at any budget.</div>
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•<span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/winescouts.asp">The Wine Scout</a> works with the client to hammer out a <b>budget and a list of recipients</b> and addresses.<br />
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So this year, ask yourself, “Will this gift be treasured and memorable or just add another layer of stress to my already hectic holiday season? Does the gift enhance my own personal reputation or my company’s brand? Have I maximized my budget to come up with a gift that my clients and colleagues will savor and remember?”</div>
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From all of us here in the Napa Valley, we wish you a Happy Holidays!</div>
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Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-12002145049368026812016-11-22T16:56:00.001-08:002016-11-23T12:15:29.217-08:00Bounty Hunter’s BBQ Baked Beans<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We asked Chef Nick from our downtown Napa Wine Bar and Smokin' BBQ for a quick and easy meal for a cold winter night, and his answer was immediate: “There’s really nothing like a long-simmered pot of baked beans.” </span><br />
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Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-3644556840866984612016-08-23T10:48:00.002-07:002016-08-23T10:48:51.226-07:00Bounty Hunter Recipes: Pork Chops with Caramelized Onions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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a satisfying weeknight meal. We asked Chef Nick from our downtown <a href="http://www.bountyhunterwinebar.com/" target="_blank">Napa Wine Bar and Smokin' BBQ</a> for a quick and easy meal for late Summer gnoshing. Pair it with a sprig of rosemary, some mashed potatoes or quinoa, and our <a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WPRE12IR3LM" target="_blank">2012 Palacios Remondo “La Montesa”Rioja</a> and you'v got a great meal!<br />
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1 T olive oil<br />
4 (4 ounce) pork loin chops, 1 inch thick<br />
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2 tsp. cracked black pepper<br />
1 onion, cut into strips<br />
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to the pan. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes. Turn chops over, and
add remaining salt and pepper. Cover, and cook until water evaporates and
onions turn light to medium brown. Remove chops from pan, and serve with onions
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Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-89882016137214262832016-08-19T15:58:00.000-07:002016-08-19T15:59:13.098-07:00Promontory Estate<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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peek behind the curtain at an exciting new winery. Last week our buying team
had the pleasure of meeting with Will Harlan of Promontory Estate. He
gave us a tour of his family’s winery under construction and a tasting of
recent releases, which we will be thrilled to offer you in September.</span></div>
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Yountville and Oakville, and is just to the south of Harlan Estate as the crow
flies. It’s one of the rare outcrops of metamorphic rock in the typically
igneous, volcanic Napa Valley. The vineyard produces a wine of power and
intensity that the Harlans tame with a 4 year-rest in French oak vats before
bottling, a method reminiscent of a top Barolo estate.</span></div>
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Cabernet Sauvignon of uncommon beauty. Bill, Will, and winemaker Cory Empting
have exacting standards, and it shows. Thanks for letting us in for a sneak
preview of this project!</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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always led the charge, and was the first Japanese Whisky registered in the
United States, beginning in 1961. Since then, there have been massive
billboards in Times Square, and Suntory’s classic “jug” style bottle was a
staple on liquor store shelves through the 1970s. There was a bit of a decline,
as whiskey sales in the US lost ground to Vodka in the late-1970s and through
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">In 2003 began
an unparalleled surge in popularity thanks to the film </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=38UlEzCgxoQ"><i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Lost in Translation</span></i></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">. Bill Murray’s dead-pan, stoic
performance has been revered, but that fictional tale is not the first to
feature actors and celebrities from the UK and US endorsing these fine drams.
Now the brand is omnipresent, be it the legend that is Yamazaki 18 year old or
the subtlety found in Hibiki Harmony, you likely know something about Japanese
whisky. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Coppola likely found inspiration from </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-A2EH0vyd4"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">her famous director father and his series of ads</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> for Suntory extolling the virtues of
whisky and friendship with another film legend, Akira Kurosawa. Perhaps seeing </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDG2V4veQLU"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Sean Connery</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> go from disheveled to perfectly pressed after a glass of
Suntory Crest was the muse for Mr. Murray’s performance. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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little ad-lib by the incomparable </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yyN-aHtAVzs"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Sammy Davis Jr.</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"> would prove Suntory Whisky is of your class. Maybe a glass
of Suntory on the rocks drunk to the jazz jams of my man, </span><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZm-eZVW40Q"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Ron Carter</span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">, on the bass, is your ideal soundtrack for relaxing times. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;">We have our hands on a few great Japanese Whiskys, click <a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/storeitems.asp?fscat=9370" target="_blank">here</a> and check it out for yourself. </span></div>
Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-50973349678347012242016-08-03T15:44:00.000-07:002016-08-05T15:40:06.468-07:00Humbly Authentic <div class="MsoNormal">
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There’s something about authenticity that sets certain
products and people apart. Authenticity greets you like your puppy at the door
when you come home, it embraces you like a warm blanket. At Bounty Hunter
we are drawn to authentic personalities: originators, rebels, those who think
outside the box. It’s part of what has set us apart in what we do. We always
look beyond the surface, to the story behind the story. That’s one of the
reasons we’ve always been fans of Wild Turkey Distillery. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Wild Turkey is humbly authentic… and that starts with the
people: the Russell family, and their patriarch, Jimmy. A man who will proudly
tell you he has been making his way to the distillery every day for 62 years.
He’ll be the first person to greet you and shake hands at the visitor’s center,
and for those occasions possible, he’ll lead you into a barrel warehouse to
sample individual barrels of bourbon. He’s a natural storyteller and at 82 he
is as quick-witted and sharp as anyone 60 years his junior. He, along with son
Eddie and grandson Bruce, still run the day-to-day at the distillery,
overseeing its production and quality control. <o:p></o:p></div>
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It’s funny to watch this video, introducing Oscar-winner
Matthew McConaughey as the new “Creative Director” for the distillery, and see
him ask Eddie Russell if there was a time his dad said “Here you go, son” and
hand over the reins. Eddie replies “it hasn’t happened yet”. It’s a moment that
ends in laughter, and is a reminder this is a brand that IS truly authentic. An
icon that has been built over the last six-plus decades on the backs of hard
work, dedication to craft, and holding oneself to the highest standards
possible. At the end McConaughey says “we’re not for everyone, and that’s
okay”. We can get behind that!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-87621381935733947622016-06-28T11:14:00.000-07:002016-06-28T11:16:28.857-07:00Single Vineyard Wines <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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One of the fundamental truths of the wine world that has
taken root (pardon the expression) is that place does indeed matter. Like cheese,
coffee and many agricultural products; that which comes from one place does not
taste like a cousin from somewhere else. In viticulture, this is known as <i>terroir</i>, the unique combination of
variables that merge to form a specific site. Sunlight, exposure, soil types,
even factors like wind direction come into play to give a vineyard its voice.
And just as you can recognize a friend or relative’s voice without actually
seeing them speak, so it goes with grapevines. In the best instances, and with
a bit of experience, you can taste a wine’s birthplace in the glass.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In probably its most extreme form, Burgundy is the queen of
geography and place. Over hundreds of years, parcels have been broken down and
broken down again, each time resulting in smaller designations and blocks based
on unique vineyard characteristics. For example, while 10 different winemakers working
with Echezeaux fruit may have different techniques and strategies resulting in
10 different wines, they should all fundamentally taste like Echezeaux. California is no different (don’t let the French tell you
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We recently had the good
fortune of attending a tasting at Robert Mondavi winery showcasing wines from
the historic To Kalon vineyard in Oakville. Our winemaking team here at Bounty
Hunter works with To Kalon fruit – along with Paul Hobbs, Tor Kenward,
Alpha-Omega, Robert Mondavi, Opus One and Far Niente, among others. </div>
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Though the
vineyard is largely split between the Mondavi portion and Andy Beckstoffer’s
blocks, only a narrow country lane separates the two. The vineyard doesn’t know
it’s split. As such, while the five wines showcased had different
personalities, it was clear that they were siblings. What they shared in common
was more pronounced than what they didn’t. Such is the magic of place.<o:p></o:p></div>
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We undertook our <a href="http://waypointvineyards.com/" target="_blank">Waypoint</a> project some years ago as an
homage to place. When choosing a vineyard site to make wine from we will not
sign a contract unless the property has consistently demonstrated a commonality
across the producers buying its fruit. It’s not a marketing ploy… these are
places with history farmed with exacting care by some of the best in the
business. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Tierra Buena has been under vine on Spring Mountain since
the late 1800’s, a formidable track record anywhere. Oakville Ranch claims some
of Napa’s most expensive fruit for the very real reason that people recognize
its inherent quality and will pay for it. Somerston is basically a mini-valley
unto itself, a sweeping property of more than 1,200 acres with personality to
spare. Lee Hudson’s Chardonnay grapes are some of California’s most coveted, a
testament to the land and Lee’s farming standards. <o:p></o:p></div>
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truly stand among Napa’s finest. And having a great winemaker in Tim Milos
(hello, Parker 100-point club!) doesn’t hurt either. We chose these sites with
the distinct purpose of controlling everything from bud break to farming and
letting the wine speak to the place it was born and raised. <o:p></o:p></div>
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There is a lot of romance in the wine industry around the
concept of Single Vineyard designate wines.
But there’s also a lot of science and history to back it up. If you haven’t had a chance to try our
<a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WWAY13CS3PP" target="_blank">Waypoint series of Cabernets</a>, <a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/search/search.asp?keywords=waypoint+pinot+noir" target="_blank">Pinot Noirs</a>, <a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/search/search.asp?keywords=waypoint+chardonnay" target="_blank">Chardonnays</a> and <a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WWAY12ZN3G" target="_blank">Zinfandel</a>, we think
you’ll find them as excellent representations of their home vineyards (and
often at a fraction of the price compared to their single vineyard siblings.)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-19897383715348546212016-06-23T13:31:00.000-07:002016-06-28T11:26:12.458-07:00Bordeaux Futures<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Bordeaux Futures and You: A Primer<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Wines of Bordeaux are the most collectible and age-worthy red wines of
Europe, and historically have appreciated in value over time, especially in the
most coveted vintages. Pre-paying for the wines “<i>en primeur,”</i> 2 years before they arrive stateside, is your
opportunity to procure the wines at the lowest possible price. <o:p></o:p></div>
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For example, 2009 Leoville-Barton sold <i>en primeur</i> for around $99. Today the wine is typically available
for around $125. Buying the wine as a future ensures you’re getting the optimal
price, and failing a dramatic decline in the euro or sharp decline in demand
for a vintage, it’s the smart way to collect Bordeaux. This price advantage
becomes more pronounced over time. A bottle of 1990 Château Leoville-Barton
cost about $25 as a future; today the same bottle sells for $165, an almost
sevenfold increase.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</b>2015 was an outstanding vintage on the Southern Médoc, and on the right
bank. It’s not as uniform in quality as 2009 or 2010, but reaches the same heights
at the best properties. Today we have a very good $USD/euro exchange rate, at
$1.12. Pricing is looking very attractive. For example, 2010 Château Haut-Brion
currently sells at an average price of $1,000 per bottle. Our futures price on
the 2015 model, a comparable wine, will likely come out around $550.<o:p></o:p></div>
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</b>Bounty Hunter Rare Wines & Spirits has been making customers happy with
our commitment to elite customer service for over 22 years.<b> </b>We’re also importing the wines direct from merchants in Bordeaux,
delivering pricing that is at least 25% lower than<b> </b>retailers who are forced to buy their wines from distributors. Thus
you’re guaranteed the best of all worlds: perfect provenance, and execution at
an optimal price.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Once you’ve made the decision to
start purchasing futures, it is important to have a good buying strategy. After
all, there are many things to consider when purchasing futures, such as which
producers to select, when their wines are available for a future purchase, how
much will be available and at what price. Like with most investments, it
all starts with a budget in mind, a goal for your investment and someone with
their finger on the pulse of the market who can help you develop a rock solid
strategy to meet your goals (even if your goal is to drink some incredible
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Our Wine Scouts are up to speed with the latest information from
industry experts, insiders and the word on the street, to help you put together
a strategy that will reward you for years to come. </div>
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Team Bounty Hunterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12727811436583320315noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2333827564170799911.post-16760122854560939972016-06-20T16:01:00.002-07:002016-06-22T13:37:46.179-07:00Summer Sangria<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's summertime! </div>
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A great time to get out the BBQ, have some friends over and celebrate with a little help from one of our favorite summer sippers: Sangria!</div>
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Here are three wines we recommend for a perfect white sangria, plus three refreshing recipes to try! </div>
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Cheers to Summer! </div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WMBI14OW3" target="_blank">2014 Mister Bianco Proprietary White California</a></span></h1>
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<span style="background-color: #fbf6f2; font-family: "caslon 540 lt w01 roman";">Lemon-lime, apricots and white flowers share space with a </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #fbf6f2; font-family: "caslon 540 lt w01 roman";">whack of lip-smacking palate textu</span><span style="background-color: #fbf6f2; font-family: "caslon 540 lt w01 roman";">re.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WSTR13PG3" target="_blank">2013 Streamside Pinot Grigio Sonoma County</a></span></h1>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WSCA14IW3" target="_blank">2014 Scarpetta 'Frico Bianco' Tuscany</a></span></h1>
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<a href="http://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/thai-basil-sangria" target="_blank">Thai-Basil Sangria</a>, Food & Wine</div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">Summer is fast approaching and </span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">little is </span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">better
than sitting down and relaxing with a great book and a nice </span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">glass of your favorite wine or spirit</span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">. Whether it be outside by the pool, on a
blanket at the beach, or inside on your cozy couch; the right book combined
with the right </span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">drink</span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">, </span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">makes for a great escape</span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">With this in mind, we polled </span><span style="font-size: 13.5pt;">the Bounty Hunter team to ask them for their favorite literary and
vinous pairings. If you’ve been looking to add something to your Summer
reading list (and your Summer drinking list!) then pick a book, pair it with a
tasty beverage, and let your mind run wild! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"The astounding story of a man who said that he would stop the motor of the world--and did."*</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WJGA13CS3" target="_blank">2013 John Galt Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley</a></span></h1>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1SBBONVWH3" target="_blank">Blade & Bow Straight Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky</a></span></h1>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 22.4px;">"Jay McInerney provides a master class in the almost infinite varieties of wine and the people and places that produce it."*</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WCAD13CS3HM" target="_blank">2013 CADE 'Estate' Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain</a></span></h1>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 22.4px;">"An inspiring historical tale of one woman risking it all for her dreams set in 1890s Berlin."*</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1WDLO14IW3UW" target="_blank">2014 Dr. Loosen ''Urziger Wurzgarten'' Kabinett Riesling Mosel</a></span></h1>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"A<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 22.4px;"> tale of two Lower East Sides: one a high-priced bohemia, the other a home to hardship."*</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/product.asp?ic=1SFRONVWH3S11" target="_blank">Four Roses 10yr "Bounty Hunter Private Selection No. 11" Bourbon Whiskey Kentucky</a></span></h1>
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Set around the 1950's and narrated by a boy named Holden Caulfield as he becomes an icon for teenage rebellion.<br />
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Gin Spritz</div>
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<span style="line-height: 1.2em;">"our EFFORTS ARE GOING TO BE </span><strong style="line-height: 1.2em;">A</strong><span style="line-height: 1.2em;"> </span><strong style="line-height: 1.2em;">DROP</strong><span style="line-height: 1.2em;"> </span><strong style="line-height: 1.2em;">IN</strong><span style="line-height: 1.2em;"> </span><strong style="line-height: 1.2em;">THE</strong><span style="line-height: 1.2em;"> </span><strong style="line-height: 1.2em;">BUCKET</strong><span style="line-height: 1.2em;">, BUT IF WE WOULD HAVE NEVER TAKEN THAT STEP BECAUSE IT WAS TOO BIG OF A PROBLEM, THEN WE WOULDN'T BE ANYWHERE RIGHT NOW."</span></h3>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For the last month and a half <a href="http://www.bountyhunterwinebar.com/" target="_blank">Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ</a> has been pouring Wine To Water Cabernet Sauvignon by the glass in efforts to help get clean water access in countries around the world. <b><span style="color: #660000;">For each glass that is purchased at the restaurant, we are donating a dollar to the organization. </span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.winetowater.org/" target="_blank">Wine To Water </a>is an organization that is very much near and dear to our hearts. Our On-Premises Wine Director, Jared Seitzer, actually volunteered for the organization a few years back and had the privilege of going on their first outreach trip to Cambodia. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">"M</span><span style="font-size: 11pt;">y wife and I travelled through Cambodia and SE Asia 2
years prior and immediately fell in love with the people and culture.
However, we also saw the poverty and people drinking out of the Mekong River,
and brushing thier teeth in the water as trash floated by. We met a 14
year old boy who became our tour guide for a few days on a river tour, and I
asked him if money was no object what did he need. He immediately said
clean drinking water. More people are sick in that region from polluted
water/sanitation than anything else… especially children since their immune systems
aren’t strong enough to fight the bacteria. The other thing he said was
transportation (he meant bicycles) to get the sick to the local hospitals and
clinics. Sounded about as basic as it can get to me, so I wanted to help
in someway… I later found out about Wine To Water and that was that; especially
since I’m in the Wine Business." </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Wine To Water is a non-profit organization that is committed to serving in community to provide clean water to those in need. They work with local people from Cambodia, the Amazon, Dominican Republic, East Africa, and Nepal to name a few, and use local materials whenever possible. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Why Wine?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"Wine symbolizes wealth, celebration, and community in western culture. Our mission is reshaping the face of aid by using all three in an entirely new way."</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Why Water? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">"Nearly 663 million people lack access to clean water and another 2.4 billion people lack access to adequate sanitation. We are devoted to fighting this crisis."</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Since Wine to Water started in 2003, they have been able to provide over 400,000 people from 24 countries with access to clean drinking water. </span><br />
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Please help us give back to the world and help get clean water access to countries in need. </div>
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Water is a necessity in life. Our country is so fortunate not to have to worry about a limited supply. Let's take a step back from our busy lives and think about the other billions of people out in the world. What do they need? How can we help them? What small step can we take that actually would be a huge leap for another person? </div>
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If you find yourself in Bounty Hunter Wine Bar & Smokin' BBQ, order up yourself a BBQ platter and a glass of Wine To Water Cabernet Sauvignon and think about all the lives you may be saving with just one act of kindness. </div>
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To learn more about Wine To Water and to volunteer and get involved please click <a href="http://www.winetowater.org/landing/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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If you would like to donate "a drop in a bucket," please click <a href="https://www.giveffect.com/checkout/927" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">Our Wine Scouts have put together a list of bottles that </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">are </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">sure</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif;">to
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<span style="font-size: small;">Bubbles to toast the grads! </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">Schramsberg
is a Napa Valley institution and a wine many believe to be our Valley’s first
foray in to competing for bubble-supremacy with our Champagne counterparts
across the pond. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate graduation
than to gift a bottle of bubbles made in a traditional method but which finds
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to produce commercially in the Napa Valley and has primarily been owned and
operated by the Mondavi family for nearly a century; having been passed down
from one generation to the next. It’s a wine that exemplifies family tradition
here in Napa and would be very appropriate to commemorate your own family
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mantle of a graduate as a constant reminder to always chase down their dreams
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well-developed flavors and aromas of leather fig and toffee, this is a complex
spirit that is a great introduction to the world of brandy. Celebrate the next
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From the incredible Springbank distillery in Campbeltown comes this
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Mom, mother, mama, madre, mum, ma, there are so many
different ways to say that one word we learn at the very beginning of our life.
The bond between a mother and child is something to cherish, just like a fine
wine! <o:p></o:p></div>
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With Mother’s Day <i>literally</i>
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From the wise words of Ilse Chun, one of our Wine Scouts, “If
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Our <b>#1</b> pick for
Mother’s Day is the gift that keeps on giving, every month to be exact! <o:p></o:p></div>
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“We taste <i>thousands</i> of wines each year to select a
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We offer the very best of Cali Wines: (Cali Connection),
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ONLY Club: for ladies who love white wine (and white teeth). <o:p></o:p></div>
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Perfect for her next Book Club night or for routine, nightly
relaxation, as a member, she will also enjoy deep discounts on re-orders and BH
brands!”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Want to sign your mom up? Click <u><a href="http://www.bountyhunterwine.com/wineclubs.asp?cc=CLUBS" target="_blank">here</a></u>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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