Mac’s Midtown & Austral Wine Merchants bring you a Dream Wine Trip….

Wouldn’t you like to win an amazing trip to northern Italy or Catalunya, Spain, combining fine wine, food, architecture, the great outdoors, and much more, all in one great adventure?!

One of our suppliers, Austral Wine Merchants, is offering Mac’s Beer & Wine clients the chance to participate in a raffle for a trip to Italy or Spain.
Austral Wine Merchants
I (Ray Woo, Wine Manager) was able to go on a trip with Austral Wine Merchants last Spring, we spent 10 days between Barcelona, Valencia, Jumilla, Monsant & Catalunya in Spain and Umbria & Tuscany in Italy. It was an amazing time spent in small family-run vineyards, seeing how they focus on quality at every level of the production of their wines. We brought many of these wines back with us and they’ve become favorites of our staff and our customers. If you’ve ever dreamed of a trip like this, don’t miss out on the opportunity…. 
Read below for program rules and participate in this raffle for the trip of a lifetime!
Buy a Case of Wine and a Chance to Win a Wine Trip To Italy or Spain!!

 

Austral Wine Merchants will raffle one FREE 7 day/6 night trip to northern Italy or Catalunya, Spain among the first 1,000 buyers of a case of wine in its portfolio.  The odds of winning this raffle are far greater than winning any lottery out there, regardless how you slice it or dice it!!   Try a case of any wine in the Austral Wine Merchants portfolio.  You won’t be disappointed, and you’ll have a solid chance to win the trip of a lifetime!

 

Venice
The northern Italy tour will involve visits to the Piemonte / Asti region first, then moving northeast to Verona / Lago Di Garda and Venice, returning to Milan and exploring Lago Como at the end. We will visit some beautiful countryside and lake scenes, and tour a couple of wineries.
The Catalunya trip will include visits to the city of Barcelona, the ancient monastery of Montserrat, Priorat (one of the top viticultural areas in Spain), as well as western Catalunya and the foothills of the Pyrenees. We will see fabulous architecture, do some wonderful outdoors activities, and taste fabulous foods and wine.

 

AWM Conditions for Participation:
*Make one purchase of 12 bottles of wine–mix and match–imported by Austral Wine Merchants.
*Ask your Mac’s Beer & Wine staff person to provide you with a numbered form to fill out.
*Complete the form and mail into AWM with a copy of the receipt showing purchase.
*The raffle will take place once case #1,000 is sold.  You will receive notice of the winner by email.

 

The Fine Print:
*Airline ticket is excluded.   Other exclusions apply.  Please request brochure with details.
*The winner will have one year to redeem the trip.
*Scheduling is somewhat flexible, with departure in early June or late October.
Read More on Wine Trips to Italy by Clicking on Dream Wine Tours’ Facebook Page or Email AWM for Details (axedev@gmail.com)

Read More on Wine Trips to Spain by Clicking on Dream Wine Tours’ Facebook Page or Email Me for Details (axedev@gmail.com)

AWM’s Note

Dream Wine Tours, and Atlanta Wine Lovers are all about connecting wine lovers with good wines, interesting people, amazing places, and unforgettable adventures.  Join us on our facebook pages and be part of it!               
Sincerely,
Alejandro Walters

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From Ray & Leigha’s Desk @ Mac’s
The featured wine this month, Castillo Jumilla 2006 Crianza is not to be missed. One of our favorite Spanish values at $12.99 and if you buy a case, not only will you get the case discount but you’ll be ENTERED TO WIN in the Dream Wine Tours Raffle for a trip to Spain and Italy. Ask for us (Ray or Leigha) when you come in to the store and we’ll help you find it.
Wine of the Month
Castillo de Jumilla 2006 Crianza
Nice cherry red Monastrell juice with enticing notes of nuts, vanilla, earthy undertones, and some toasty oak on the nose. Full bodied on the palate, with warm, round tannins and great length and complexity thanks to several months in French and American oak. Wonderful with heavy cheeses, hearty casseroles, roasted meats and game.  You won’t be disappointed!

Wine.Woo! wants you to meet…. Spencer Roloson

Spencer Roloson, Palaterra
Syrah – Carignane – Valdiguie
Today’s Wine.Woo! DEAL!!
SAVE up to $5.55 per bottle!

Wine.Woo! wants you to meet Spencer Roloson

A one-day deal from Mac’s Beer and Wine in Midtown, Atlanta

This Blend of Syrah, Carignane & Valdiguie is easily as European as it sounds, but with that core of Napa fruit that makes it wildly enjoyable rather than just “interesting!” Sam Spencer and Wendy Rolosan are dedicated to the grapes of the Rhone Valley and Spain and attempt to create wines that reflect their heritage, not the typical lineup coming out of the Napa Valley, but they demonstrate the breadth and versatility of their vineyard sites. “Palaterra” is modeled on the rich wines of the Southern Rhone, Provence and the Languedoc. All vines are grown in cobbly soils and dry farmed. The vines are micro-yielding which basically means the vineyard will produce fruit that is intensely colorful, creating a dark, fruit forward and inviting glass of wine.

“Aromas of ripe, spice-scented cherry and raspberry tart. Lush, spicy mint on the mouth with intensely smooth tannins.” 91PTS – VINFOLIO

2004 Spencer Roloson, Palaterra, Syrah-Carignane-Valdiguie
(Compare at $19.99) 
Buy one bottle : Mac’s (Wine.Woo!) Cash Price $15.29

But Mr. Woo says, “For you? Buy three bottles for $14.44 each!” (That’s 28% off Regular Price!!!!)

Reply to leigha@macsbeerandwine.com to order with your desired number of bottles and we will allocate accordingly! Offer valid upon availability. Watch for a confirmation reply before you pick up!

Tis’ the Season!!

Let Mac’s HELP You Plan Your Holiday Parties!

‘Tis the Season

Let Mac’s HELP You Plan Your Holiday Parties!

When it comes to your Holiday Party you’ve got plenty to do….from Invites & Decorating to Making that favorite holiday dish — so let us take care of the Beverages and throw another string of lights on the tree!

We’ve hand-selected wines that fit the season at any price point and style. We want to take the guesswork out of your beverage order and save you a couple hours of shopping. We’ll calculate how many drinks you need for your party and help you stay in your budget. Need liquor too? Ice? Cups? Tell us what you want and we’ll have it all ready for you to pick up. And our strong Mac’s Men will carry it out to the car for you!

Have a special wine in mind? Ask us, if we don’t have it, we’ll special order it in time for your party…

Follow this link to see some of our recommendations: 2010 Holiday Wine PDF and call one of our friendly associates at 404.872.4897 to consult on your party!

You can also reply to this email to correspond directly with Leigha Hill, Wine Specialist!

Happy Holidays!

Mac’s Beer and Wine | Midtown Liquor
404.872.4897
21 Peachtree Place (at West Peachtree, a block South of 10th St)
Atlanta, GA 30309
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Farmer Fizz

What’s New in Bubbles at Mac’s!
Farmer’s Fizz & a few New Bubbles for the Holidays…

Champagne bubbles

What is Farmer’s Fizz?
In the Champagne region of France most labels are made by negociants who purchase fruit from all over the region to make their blended vintage cuvee’s, thus giving a consistent style and quality from year to year. While this is loved and appreciated, Grower Champagne, affectionately termed “Farmer’s Fizz” by those of us who love it, is Champagne made by the Grower from his/her own vineyards’ fruit. Much like a Single-vineyard or more specific regional designation, Grower Champagne expresses the specific qualities of a place and winemaker. Why buy Grower Champagnes? Because the flavors vary from year to year and from vineyard to vineyard, so these bottles are a different experience every time you open them and surprisingly they offer a Value that you won’t find from the big Champagne houses (Grand Crus for the price of regular cuvee,etc). So pick up a bottle or two this holiday season and toast with those you love!

NV Chartogne-Taillet, “Cuvee St Anne”, Brut,
Mac’s Cash Price $39.99

Biscuity, toasted nut aromas. Praline, apple pie and touch of strawberry
Ranked #8 in The Best Non-Vintage Champagnes
by Fine Champagne Magazine

NV Gaston Chiquet, “Carte Verte”, Brut Tradition, Ay

Mac’s Cash Price $44.99

An interesting NV Champagne with pretty, exotic Meunier flavors that drew me in!

NV Marc Hebrart, Rose, Brut, Mareuil-sur-Ay
Mac’s Cash Price $48.99

“91PTS! A quiet, introspective wine laced with delicate berries, flowers and baking spices on a medium-bodied frame.”

NV Henri Billiot, Brut Rose, Ambonnay
Mac’s Cash Price $59.99

“90 PTS! Readers searching for a large-scaled Rosé for the dinner table will find much to admire here.”


NV Barnaut, Grand Cru, Rose Authentique, Bouzy
Mac’s Cash Price $56.99

“Like a red Burgundy with bubbles. Loads of cherry and berry notes, marked by an earthy accent, all backed by a firm structure.”

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Other News in Bubbles….

NV Billecart Salmon, Brut Reserve Champagne
GOES DOWN IN PRICE!!!
WAS $56.99NOW IS $49.99
*My personal Favorite! A classic Champagne Price comes down $7.00/bottle due to Importer change!
That’s the kind of CHANGE we like!!!

NV MUMM Napa, Brut Napa Valley Prestige
RANKED #48 on WS’ TOP 100!
Mac’s Cash Price $18.99

And, don’t forget to LET US HELP YOU with your Holiday Party!
We’ll take the guesswork out of your beverage order for the holidays and help you stay in your budget with our hand-selected wines at all price points & styles. Just call one of our associates at 404.872.4897 or email Leigha Hill, Wine Specialist at leigha@macsbeerandwine.com .

Check out some of our wine recommendations here at : Holiday 2010 Beverage Catering


Announcing…. (Drumroll Please)

Mac’s Beer and Wine Announces
Daedalus Wine Dinner at JCT Kitchen
Tuesday, September 21, 2010 | 6:30 PM
$75 per person (inclusive of tax & tip)
Reserve by September 3rd and Save ($5 off Early Bird tickets!)

Join us for a wine dinner with Pam Walden of Daedalus Cellars! Midtown Restaurant & Details to be revealed… Don’t miss this incredible evening of Oregon wine and great local food. Tickets are limited to 24 people. All wines will be offered at a stellar one-night only discount to those in attendance! Email leigha@macsbeerandwine.com or call 404.872.4897 to reserve!

Featured Wines:
* Daedalus, Gruner Veltliner
* Daedalus, Riesling
* Jezebel, Pinot Noir
* Daedalus, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley
* Daedalus, “Labrynth” Pinot Noir

About Daedalus…
Daedalus Cellars is a small, family-owned and operated winery located in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. They source from some of the state’s best vineyards and handle the fruit minimally and carefully to create balanced wines with complex fruit and elegant structure. Under the Daedalus Cellars name, they also produce another label of wines, Jezebel.

More details to come…