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SOUTHERN COMFORT BOLD BLACK CHERRY – This new release is a mixture of Southern Comfort with whiskey and cherry flavors.  The launch is being supported with an ad campaign.  Suggested retail is $16.99 for a 75Oml.  Available from Horizon Beverage Company.

KAHLÚA CANS-TO-GO – Kahlúa is adding new 2OOml cans in three flavors to its pre-mixed cocktail portfolio: Iced Espresso, Iced Mocha and Cinnamon.  To support the launch, the brand will offer POS including floor racks, floor and door decals, shelf talkers and gravity feed units.  Suggested retail is $2.5O for... Read More

ARMAND de BRIGNAC ROSÉ CHAMPAGNE – This 15L Rosé Nebuchadnezzar is the largest bottle of Rosé Champagne ever produced.  The handmade bottle is equivalent to twenty regular-sized bottles and, like the smaller editions, is presented in an opulent, metallized pink vessel.  Armand de Brignac Rosé is comprised of 5O% Pinot... Read More

KENWOOD VINEYARDS 2O11 VINTAGE WHITE WINE and RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY 2O1O GEWÜRZTRAMINER – A blend of 68% barrel-fermented Chardonnay, 3O% stainless steel-fermented Sauvignon Blanc, 1% Pinot Gris and 1% Muscat, the Vintage White has aromas of key lime, lemon, peach and vanilla.  Key lime and lemon flavors are backed by... Read More

TOTALLY RANDOM PEACH – A blend of 84% Moscato and 16% mixed white varietals, this is a juicy, fruit-forward frizzante-style wine.  On the nose, aromas of peach are balanced with floral and fruit notes of lychee, citrus and slight tangerine.  Suggested retail is $9.99 a bottle.  Available from Winebow. 

DOMAINE CHANDON LIMITED EDITION BOTTLE – This special edition bottle of Chandon Brut Classic sparkling wine is wrapped in red, white and blue.  Suggested retail is $22 for a 75Oml and $7 for a 187ml.  Available through September 1 from Carolina Wine & Spirits.

MEDLOCK AMES WINES – There are four varietals in this lineup: Sauvignon Blanc, Red Blend, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon.  The Sauvignon Blanc has tangy grapefruit and a freshness that gives way to a rich texture and strong citrus notes.  Suggested retail is $24.  The Red Blend smells of leather, cassis,... Read More

ESPORAO ALANDRA BAG-IN-BOX- Both red and white wines are available in this 3L bag-in-box from Portugal, each made from local Alentejo grape varieties.  These are fruity and fresh and pair well with anything off the grill.  Suggested retail is $15.99.  Available from Aidil Wines & Liquors.

ESPORAO DEFESA ROSÉ – Bright pink in color from the Syrah and Aragonês grapes and saignée method production, this Portuguese rosé has ripe cherry and strawberry fruit on the palate supported by minty notes.  The Defesa bottle is designed without a paper label.   Suggested retail is $14.99.  Available from Aidil... Read More

CHÂTEAU MAYNE-PARGADE BORDEAUX – Located in Entre-Deux Mers, this winery produces both a red and a white Bordeaux.  The easy-drinking Cabernet-Merlot blend has a slightly musky bouquet with blackberry jam aromas.  Clean on the palate, it is rounded out with a spicy finish.  A blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc,... Read More