Choosing the perfect gift can be a daunting task, even for the most savvy holiday shopper.To help make your seasonal selections go a little smoother, BCLIQUOR’s expert category managers have hand-picked a variety of holiday favourites, with you and the 2022 holiday season in mind. BCLIQUOR has everything to meet your gifting and entertaining needs, from ultra-premium spirits for that special someone, to Champagne and sparkling for toasting to the new year, as well as cocktail ideas and everything in between. Now relax and have a safe and happy holiday season; we’ve got you covered!
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C hoosing the perfect gift can be a daunting task, even for the most savvy holiday shopper.To help make your seasonal selections go a little smoother, BCLIQUOR’s expert category managers have hand-picked a variety of holiday favourites, with you and the 2022 holiday season in mind. BCLIQUOR has everything to meet your gifting and entertaining needs, from ultra-premium spirits for that special someone, to Champagne and sparkling for toasting to the new year, as well as cocktail ideas and everything in between. Now relax and have a safe and happy holiday season; we’ve got you covered!
Prices are subject to change without notice. Prices do not include taxes or container deposit. In the event of a change, the product description and display price in the liquor store will prevail. Products may vary by store. Bottle images may not be exactly as shown.
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CLASSIC Fireside sippers
BUMBU THE ORIGINAL RUM Barbados $56.99 281451
Blended from fine Barbados rum and hand-selected spices, Bumbu is distinctive and well worth seeking out, with notes of vanilla, caramel, banana, chocolate, nuts and spice—all the makings of a delicious banana split.
THE DALMORE 12-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY United Kingdom $108.99 73999
An outstanding single malt matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks and finessed in aged oloroso sherry casks, The Dalmore 12 is recognised as a whisky with character far beyond its age. 4
SUNTORY TOKI BLENDED JAPANESE WHISKY Japan $61.99 855445 Toki, which means “time” in Japanese, is a blend of malt and grain whiskies from Suntory’s three distilleries: Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita. It is silky with a subtly sweet and spicy finish.
APPLETON ESTATE SIGNATURE RUM Jamaica $25.99 177808 Crafted in the heart of Jamaica, this blend of pot and column still rums, aged for an average of four years, is fruit- forward with notes of dried apricot, fresh peach and a hint of molasses.
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THE MACALLAN 12-YEAR-OLD DOUBLE CASK SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY United Kingdom $115.99 34672 Creamy butterscotch aromas with hints of toffee apple, candied orange, vanilla custard and oak lead to a deliciously honeyed palate with flavours of citrus, raisins, caramel and spice that linger.
RON ZACAPA CENTENARIO SISTEMA SOLERA 23 GRAN RESERVA RUM Guatemala $83.99 152645 This superb blend of rums aged 6 to 23 years continues to reign as one of the most enjoyable dark rums to sip neat. Caramel, vanilla, cacao and butterscotch mix with dried fruit, roasted nuts and toffee.
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DALWHINNIE 15-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY United Kingdom $109.99 238097
Elegant, smooth and balanced, with notes of heather honey, vanilla, citrus and spice, plus a whisper of smoke on the finish, this dram is a great introduction to the delights of single malt whisky.
MERMAID GIN United Kingdom $84.99 61810 700 ml Handcrafted on the Isle of Wight using ten ethically sourced botanicals, Mermaid Gin is smooth, refreshing and complex, with fresh lemon zest, peppery spice, earthy sweetness and a hint of sea air.
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ADICTIVO EXTRA AÑEJO TEQUILA Mexico $149.99 $143.99 23435 Made from 100 percent blue agave and aged seven years in French oak barrels, this ultra-aged tequila has an excellent roasted flavour with sweet fruit and vanilla notes that call for slow sipping.
THE GLENLIVET 18-YEAR-OLD SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY
United Kingdom $168.99 335901 Crafted from
American oak and ex-sherry casks, this gorgeous single malt is complex, balanced and elegant, with sweet orange, orchard fruit, honey, vanilla and spice notes. Enjoy with filet mignon and foie gras.
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HENNESSY VSOP PRIVILÈGE COGNAC France $110.99 43703 The future King George IV of England personally requested a “Very Superior Old Pale” from the Maison Hennessy. Delivered in 1818, this new classification “VSOP” was created and became a benchmark for cognac makers.
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GLENMORANGIE PRIDE 1974 SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY United Kingdom $12,750.00 131535 1 L
Glenmorangie’s oldest, rarest and deepest expression, Pride 1974 was matured for 41 years in ex-bourbon and ex-oloroso sherry casks. Only 503 crystal decanters exist worldwide.
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CLASE AZUL ULTRA EXTRA AÑEJO TEQUILA Mexico $3,325.00 436444 Presented in a traditional Talavera-style decanter
JOHNNIE WALKER KING GEORGE V BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKY United Kingdom $1,150.00 952556 This blended Scotch celebrates the granting of the Royal Warrant to John Walker & Sons in 1934. It includes some of the rarest whiskies from distilleries in existence during the reign of King George V from 1910 to 1936.
hand-painted with platinum, silver and
24-karat gold, Clase Azul Ultra is one of the world’s most exclusive tequilas. A true collector’s item.
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DRINKS BY THE DRAM THE WHISKY EXPLORER ADVENT CALENDAR
United Kingdom $335.99 278578 24 x 30 ml This advent calendar includes 24 different 30 ml drams from around the globe. From old favourites, innovative bottlings to exciting, lesser-known expressions, there is something delicious behind each door.
GRAND MARNIER CORDON ROUGE GIFT PACK France $46.49 480960
A blend of fine cognac and aromatic orange essence, this iconic liqueur is powerful and complex, with a rich, honeyed mouthfeel and a luxuriously long finish. This gift pack includes two crystalline Champagne flutes.
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JOHNNIE WALKER EXPLORER PACK United Kingdom $51.99 226220 5 x 50 ml
An incredible selection of Johnnie Walker whiskies to discover, this pack features a 50 ml bottle each of Black Label, Double Black, Gold Label Reserve, 18-Year-Old and Blue Label.
Keep one and the other will be donated to a local charity
plus tax $ 16 00 a pair ONLY
SHAKEN OR STIRRED cocktail favourites
GREY GOOSE VODKA France $49.99 547661
Crafted from fine French ingredients, including winter wheat from Picardie and spring water from Gensac in the Cognac region, this ultra-premium vodka is clear, fresh and bright, with a smooth, rounded palate.
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APEROL Italy $25.99 144071
CAMPARI Italy $28.49 277954
Aperol derives its bright orange colour and unique bittersweet taste from an infusion of oranges, herbs and roots. It is pleasantly bittersweet with zesty orange, grapefruit and strawberry flavours plus herbal undertones.
Vibrant crimson red in colour, this iconic aperitif is made from an infusion of more than 60 fruits, herbs and spices. It has a deliciously appealing, bittersweet taste with syrupy sweetness balanced by zesty orange notes.
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CAROLANS IRISH CREAM Ireland $53.99 335273 1.75 L
A blend of Irish whiskey and spirits, farm-fresh cream from Ireland and naturally harvested honey, Carolans is delicious sipped over ice, mixed with coffee or poured over ice cream.
THE GLENLIVET FOUNDER’S RESERVE SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY United Kingdom $136.99 168992 1.75 L Boasting the classic sweet, fruity and citrusy flavours of The Glenlivet bound up in a creamy, smooth texture, this expression is a tribute to the distillery’s founder, George Smith.
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TITO’S HANDMADE VODKA USA $69.99 504787 1.75 L Distilled from corn using old- fashioned copper pot stills, this certified gluten-free vodka has a creamy mouthfeel that is slightly sweet on the entry, with delicate hints of sweet corn and black pepper spice.
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CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD PAUILLAC 2019 France $1,500.00 60356 Full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, the deep and powerful 2019 Mouton Rothschild is the most dramatic of the Médoc first growths. Give it a decade of cellaring and drink it over the next 30+ years.
CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD PAUILLAC 2019 France $1,600.00 392410 One of the greatest wines produced in Bordeaux in the excellent 2019 vintage is the Lafite Rothschild, an impeccably balanced wine of immense charm and grace. It will age
beautifully for 30- 40 years or more.
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CAYMUS NAPA VALLEY SPECIAL SELECTION CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2017 USA $209.99 185967 Made from Caymus’ best barrels of Cabernet Sauvignon, Special Selection is full-bodied and opulent with stunning concentration and richness. It can be enjoyed now and over the next 15 years.
ALMAVIVA 2019 Chile $259.99 381942
From a magnificent vintage in Chile, the 2019 Almaviva is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Merlot. It’s full-bodied and round, with polished tannins and long, serious finish.
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ARGIANO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO Italy $74.99 581553
Aromas of cherry, raspberry and wild berries mixed with aromatic herbs, spice and rose notes mark the nose. The medium-bodied palate boasts bright acidity, silky tannins and a long finish.
CLOS APALTA 2018 Chile $189.99 381960 A blend of Carménère, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the Clos Apalta is powerful, big and ripe, with velvety tannins and layers of red and black fruit, peppercorn, tobacco, cedar and a whiff of smoke.
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PERFECT RED WINE pairings
CASTELLO DI GABBIANO CHIANTI CLASSICO RISERVA CAVALIERE D’ORO Italy $29.99 $22.99 25163 This wine offers all of the fruit- forward richness that is such a signature at Gabbiano. Ripe cherry, mocha, dried flowers, licorice and baking spices all race across the soft, silky palate.
CASA SANTOS LIMA ALENTEJANO QUID PRO QUO Portugal $15.99 $12.99 62235 Boysenberry and blackberry notes plus hints of violets, graphite and spice abound in this rich red blend led by Touriga Nacional. This wine will age well thanks to its juicy acidity and tannins.
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MORANDE VALLE DEL MAULE CINSAULT PAÍS Chile $20.99 107373 País is a variety introduced in Chile by the Spanish conquistadores during the 16th century. This blend of Cinsault and País is light- to medium- bodied, fruit-forward and juicy with red fruits and earthy notes.
MASCOTA UNÁNIME GRAN VINO TINTO Argentina $29.99 814822 Full-bodied, harmonious and balanced, this is a serious high-altitude Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Cabernet Franc blend, with ripe black fruit, Mediterranean herbs, chocolate, smoke and spice notes.
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7 DEADLY ZINS LODI OLD VINE ZINFANDEL USA $25.49 337402 Ripe plum, black cherry, chocolate cake, vanilla and spice notes are all presented in this opulent, voluptuous, full-throttle Zinfandel with loads of ripeness, glycerin and a medium- to full-bodied, silky mouthfeel.
BAROSSA VALLEY ESTATE BAROSSA SHIRAZ Australia $21.99 428946
Aromas of ripe black plum, blackberry, black pepper, vanilla, spice and violets are followed by a medium- to full-bodied palate with velvety texture, fine-grained tannins and a spicy finish.
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LA CREMA SONOMA COAST PINOT NOIR USA $38.99 366930 Alluring scents of blackberry, cherry, leather and tobacco lead to flavours of red cherry, raspberry and boysenberry plus hints of espresso, cocoa nib, spice and toast in this beautiful Pinot Noir.
CHÂTEAU STE. MICHELLE COLUMBIA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON USA $24.99 232793
Opening with lush, dusty red and black fruits plus hints of bitter dark chocolate, cedar, dried herb and spice, this Cabernet Sauvignon is medium- to full-bodied, rich and generous on the palate.
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CHÂTEAU SAINT-BERNARD BORDEAUX France $25.00 412952 Ripe dark fruits, including black plums, black cherries and blackberries, with floral and subtle spice hints characterize this delicious young Bordeaux that is perfect for enjoying now.
BLACK SAGE VINEYARD MERLOT BC VQA $30.99 593053
This Merlot boasts knockout aromas of jammy plum, blueberry, vanilla, baking spices and a hint of smoke to go with a plump, medium- to full- bodied palate, soft tannins and a long finish. 26
CHATEAU DAVIAUD BORDEAUX France $19.99 401073 A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec, this is an attractive, perfumed wine, with expressive notes of blackberry, cocoa, licorice and spice, ripe tannins and a fresh finish.
LE DIX DE LOS VASCOS Chile $79.99 $74.99 269753 Le Dix de Los Vascos is the perfect way to get
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DOMAINE DROUHIN DUNDEE HILLS PINOT NOIR USA $54.99 427492 This Pinot Noir is elegant, expressive and layered, with lavender, bramble and peppercorn aromas and a velvety texture with bursts of freshness that highlight floral perfume and spicy accents on the long finish.
THE PRISONER RED BLEND USA $66.99 457291
Made in an explosively rich, full-bodied, hedonistic style, this Cabernet Sauvignon- dominated red blend is loaded with cassis, black cherry, dark chocolate and vanilla flavours that linger for a smooth and luscious finish.
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BERINGER KNIGHTS VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON USA $51.99 352583 A serious wine for the money, this Cabernet Sauvignon is rich, powerful and ripe, with velvety tannins supporting an expressive core of crème de cassis, Black Forest cake, lavender, wild sage and mocha.
CATENA ZAPATA CATENA ALTA HISTORIC ROWS MALBEC Argentina $64.99 521849 The nicely perfumed bouquet reveals blackberry, raspberry, bitter chocolate and flowers. On the palate, it is ripe, concentrated and smooth, with terrific breadth, refined tannins and palate-staining persistence. 29
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CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE
France $105.99 277988 Stunning aromatics of
blueberries, violets, peppered beef, leather and garrigue lead to a medium- to full-bodied, beautifully balanced and elegant palate with ripe, silky tannins and a long finish.
CARRUADES DE LAFITE PAUILLAC 2019 France $575.00 39540 Rich and expansive, the 2019 Carruades de Lafite offers beautiful cassis, violets, tobacco, cedar and spicy nuances in a medium- to full-bodied, pure, elegant package. It tastes more like a Grand Vin than a second wine.
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JOSEPH PHELPS NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2019 USA $149.99 651596
Sashaying out of the glass with notes of black plums, black cherries and blackcurrants plus hints of spice box and vanilla bean, this wine is medium- to full-bodied with supple tannins, lively freshness and a lengthy finish.
FONSECA VINTAGE PORT 2016 Portugal $149.99 $124.99 175012 This is a great vintage port, distinctive, with a touch of eucalyptus and violets, but also loaded with delicious black cherry, cassis and blackberry fruit. It will age well for 30 to 40 years.
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PENFOLDS GRANDFATHER RARE TAWNY Australia $67.99 440214 Presented in a beautiful gift box featuring a Penfolds stopper, the Grandfather Rare Tawny is sweet, full and round, with fruitcake, raisin, licorice, roasted walnuts and crème brulée notes.
KISTLER SONOMA COAST LES NOISETIERS CHARDONNAY 2019 USA $105.99 594887
The Les Noisetiers is an outstanding effort with a note of toasted hazelnuts (hence the name) and loads of ripe peaches, honeysuckle, honeycomb and citrus peel plus hints of brioche and lemon meringue.
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SEE YA LATER RANCH POPPY RED BC VQA $18.99 $16.49 74573 Fruit-forward, easy-drinking and smooth, this red blend offers black cherries, mixed berries, plum, vanilla, mocha and spice in a medium- bodied profile with soft tannins and juicy acidity.
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SANDHILL MERLOT BC VQA $20.99 $19.99 576751 Juicy, plump and open- knit, this Merlot offers flavours of ripe black fruits, vanilla, spice, black tea and roasted coffee bean with full-bodied richness,
BC VQA $53.99 315820 This full-bodied blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot is layered with flavours of blackberries, raspberries and cherries plus hints of mint, violets and graphite.
firm, drying tannins and a lingering finish.
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OPUS ONE 2016 USA $1,350.00 381933/382022 1.5 L
Opus One was first created by the late Baron Philippe de Rothschild and the late Robert Mondavi. Full-bodied, super concentrated and rich, this wine can be enjoyed now or over the next 30 years.
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SPOTTSWOODE NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2018 USA $630.00 347404 1.5 L Soaring from the glass with extraordinary notes of crème de cassis, blackberry and blueberry with hints of tobacco, pencil shavings and spice, this legendary Napa Cabernet is full-bodied, layered and seamless, with finely pixelated tannins and a long finish.
J. LOHR PASO ROBLES SEVEN OAKS CABERNET SAUVIGNON USA $49.99 387621 1.5 L Exhibiting an expressive nose of black cherry, blackcurrant, chocolate, vanilla and toast, this classic Cabernet Sauvignon is supple, full-bodied and ripe, with a forward, fruit- driven personality and a lingering finish.
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WHITE & ROSÉ Wine for the season
19 CRIMES CALI ROSÉ
USA $19.99 62500 A Zinfandel-based blend, Cali Rosé
delivers loads of Jolly Rancher watermelon candy, strawberry and raspberry flavours with tangy acidity and a touch of sweetness on the easygoing finish.
PAUL MAS PAYS D’OC VIOGNIER France $16.99 151100 This fragrant beauty from the south of France offers wild flower honey, stone fruit, melon, ginger and floral notes to go with a plump, mouth-filling, appealing texture and a dry finish.
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WENTE MORNING FOG CHARDONNAY USA $21.99 175430 This gorgeously balanced and fabulously restrained Chardonnay wraps around the palate with flavours of white peach, pear and vanilla, crisp acidity, underlying minerality and a creamy finish.
GÉRARD BERTRAND LANGUEDOC CÔTE DES ROSES WHITE France $24.99 485579
Not just a pretty bottle, this is a lively and refreshing blend of Grenache, Viognier and Vermentino offering lemon blossoms, citrus, pear and pineapple with mineral undertones.
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GÉRARD BERTRAND LANGUEDOC CÔTE DES ROSES ROSÉ France $24.99 664441 Presented in a beautiful bottle with a rose-shaped base, this rosé offers up wild strawberries, redcurrant, grapefruit and floral notes on a silky, medium-bodied palate with a gentle, harmonious finish.
CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE COLUMBIA VALLEY CHARDONNAY USA $23.99 232439 Offering up notes of ripe orchard and citrus fruits plus subtle spice and oak nuances, this Chardonnay is medium-bodied, supple and succulent, with food- friendly acidity and a clean finish.
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KEN FORRESTER OLD VINE RESERVE CHENIN BLANC South Africa $22.99 120202 An outstanding Chenin for the price, this wine has an expressive nose with spicy baked apple, sweet citrus, peach and honeycomb. The palate is well balanced with melon, grapefruit and saline notes backed by energetic acidity.
MARE DI SIRENA PINOT GRIGIO Italy $14.99 432123
Fragrant and fresh, with citrus, white peach, pear and a sea- spray mineral note, this is a light-bodied and easy-drinking white with the versatility to pair with finger foods or just about anything on the dinner table.
CONUNDRUM WHITE USA $21.99 390831 This blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Viognier possesses a fragrant nose of tropical fruits and honeysuckle. On the palate, there is delicious ripe fruit, a juicy texture and a crisp finish.
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SONOMA- CUTRER RUSSIAN RIVER RANCHES CHARDONNAY USA $28.99 359505 Bosc pear, Honey Crisp apple and lemon plus hints of hazelnut, nougat, spice and citrus blossoms jump from the glass of this Chardonnay, which is focused on the palate with bright acidity.
DOMAINE DROUHIN DUNDEE HILLS ARTHUR
CHARDONNAY USA $47.99 231944
Expressive spiced pear, quince and saline aromas plus wafts of spring flowers and beeswax lead to a stunning palate that combines creamy texture with fresh acidity, gently honeyed fruits and citrusy uplift.
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CHÂTEAU FERRAN BLANC PESSAC-LÉOGNAN France $40.00 390714 This blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc has a lovely bouquet of pineapple, white peach and Bosc pear plus hints of honeysuckle and beeswax. The medium-bodied palate has a gorgeous hint of creaminess to the texture.
CLOUDY BAY MARLBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC New Zealand $37.99 304469
Bright and focused notes of ripe grapefruit, lime, passion fruit, stone fruit and subtle minerality mark this classic Sauvignon Blanc. The medium-bodied palate is round and generous with a long, mouth-watering finish.
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GRAY MONK GEWÜRZTRAMINER BC VQA $19.99 $18.99 321588 This Gewürztraminer offers up a lively, delicious array of lychee, rose water, tropical fruit, yellow apple, tangerine, melon and spice to go with a medium-bodied, sweetly fruited and supple palate.
FORT BERENS CHARDONNAY BC VQA $21.99 558171 Made exclusively from
DIABOLICA WHITE BC VQA $16.99 820647 A blend of aromatic white grape varieties, this wine delivers lots of pineapples, melons, peaches, spring flowers and honey in a medium-bodied, refreshing
Lillooet-grown grapes, this lightly oaked Chardonnay is medium-bodied, creamy and fresh, with flavours of citrus, stone fruit, apple and pear that linger on the finish.
style. Enjoy it on its own or with tapas.
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INNIS & GUNN VANISHING POINT 06 United Kingdom $14.99 447403 500 ml
This imperial stout was matured in casks which previously contained The Glenlivet 18-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Expect winter spices, clementine and rich fruit with dark chocolate, vanilla and coffee notes.
FULLER’S VINTAGE ALE 2022 United Kingdom $8.49 676213 500 ml
Vintage Ale combines Bramling Cross and Emperor hops for dark berry, citrus and spice notes, with Pale Ale, Caragold and Double Roasted Crystal malts for toffee and raisin sweetness, all complemented by the marmalade character of Fuller’s yeast.
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NAKANO YUZU UMÉ J APANESE FRUIT GIFT SET Japan $39.99 432223 2 x 300 ml
This festive gift set from Nakano includes a bottle each of their Obaachan’s Yuzu and Sakagura Umé Nigori as well as a specially designed laser-etched glass.
STIEGL ADVENT CALENDAR Austria $64.99 408760 24 x 330 ml Stiegl Brewery, a family- owned craft brewery since 1492 brings back their highly sought-after advent calendar, a mix pack featuring Stiegl’s most popular selections as well as latest innovations this year.
DELIRIUM NOEL GIFT PACK Belgium $21.99 29744 4 x 330 ml
The Delirium Noel Pack includes the award-winning beers of Delirium Noel, Delirium Nocturnum and Delirium Tremens as well as a gold-rimmed glass. The perfect gift for the beer lover in your life!
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PARALLEL 49 BREWING NAUGHTY & NICE HOLIDAY PACK BC $21.99 434033 8 x 473 ml The Naughty & Nice Holiday Pack features Parallel 49 Brewing’s popular festive-themed beers including Cranberry Sour Ale, Milk Stout, Finish Sahti and Xmas Dark Ale.
RODENBACH VINTAGE FLANDERS RED ALE Belgium $12.79 139375 Matured in oak casks for two years, Rodenbach Vintage has uniquely balanced tart and sour taste. The flavour has an apple fruitiness with caramel, honey and oak plus hints of vanilla and cherry.
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BRILLA! PROSECCO ROSÉ Italy $22.99 66744 Inspired by diamonds,
SEGURA VIUDAS CAVA RESERVA HEREDAD BRUT Spain $34.99 94912 Aged over 24 months on the lees, this outstanding Cava made from a blend of Macabeo and Chardonnay delivers notes of honey, stone fruit, white flowers, biscuit and smoke with pin-point bubbles.
STELLER’S JAY BRUT
BC VQA $24.99 264879 Made from Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir in the traditional method of Champagne, this classic Okanagan sparkler offers a creamy, persistent mousse and notes of citrus, apple, biscuit and toasted almonds.
the distinctive packaging features a glittery label and a paisley pattern etched into the glass. This joyous bubbly bursts with wild strawberries and sherbetty, summer fruit flavours.
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TAITTINGER CHAMPAGNE BRUT RÉSERVE
France $74.99 457713 Offering a bouquet of orchard fruits, peach, brioche, flowers, vanilla bean and a whiff of smoke, this Champagne is beautifully balanced, with a fine mousse, refreshing mineral tension and a long finish.
CL DE LA CHAPELLE CHAMPAGNE ECRIN BRUT RÉSERVE France $49.99 $44.99 446818 All the grapes from this Pinot Noir-dominated blend hail from Premier Cru villages. Harmonious, balanced and fresh, with this bright white fruits and acidity, classy Champagne overdelivers for its price.
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PIPER-HEIDSIECK CHAMPAGNE CUVÉE BRUT France $69.99 462432
Toasted brioche, baked apple tart, honeycomb, vanilla and spice are front and centre in this classy Champagne. It is elegantly fleshy and precise, with racy acidity, a pin-point mousse and a lengthy finish.
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NICOLAS FEUILLATTE CHAMPAGNE RÉSERVE EXCLUSIVE ROSÉ GIFT PACK France $75.99 409485 Flavours of strawberries, raspberries, peaches and cherries with hints of vanilla, marzipan and orange peel are set in this harmonious rosé Champagne. The gift pack includes with two beautiful Champagne glasses.
PIPER-HEIDSIECK CHAMPAGNE CUVÉE BRUT TRAVEL PACK France $89.99 262761 The Travel Pack includes a bottle of the award- winning Piper-Heidsieck Champagne Cuvée Brut, a bright red insulated carrying case and two branded Champagne flutes. A thoughtful and stylish gift!
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VEUVE CLICQUOT CHAMPAGNE BRUT
France $52.99 389056 375 ml
Elegant and seamless, yet racy and energetic, with a lively, creamy mousse carrying flavours of peach, Mirabelle plum, pear and toasted brioche, this is a crowd-pleasing Champagne and the top- seller in the province.
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VRANKEN POMMERY CHAMPAGNE PINK POP ROSÉ France $24.99 392710 200 ml Made from a blend of different Chardonnay and Pinot wines plus a splash of red wine, this rosé Champagne is easy-to- enjoy with attractive aromas and flavours of red berries and freshly baked pastries.
JP CHENET ADVENT CALENDAR France $179.99 351828 24 x 200 ml Featuring 24 different sparkling wines, this advent calendar by JP Chenet is the grown-up way to celebrate the countdown to Christmas. It is the perfect seasonal gift for the wine enthusiast in your life.
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CANELLA ADVENT CALENDAR Italy $199.99 481414 24 x 200 ml The Canella Advent Calendar includes four bottles each of their following sparkling wines: Prosecco DOCG Extra Dry, Prosecco DOCG Brut, Prosecco DOC, Rosé Brut Martinotti, Lido Prosecco DOCG Brut and Lido Prosecco Rosé DOC Brut.
SCARPETTA FRICO LAMBRUSCO Italy $21.99 $19.49 186062 4 x 250 ml Lambrusco is the quintessential sparkling aperitivo of the Emilia- Romagna region of northern Italy. Fresh and vibrant, this Lambrusco offers red berry and pomegranate notes with a wonderfully tart finish.
BOLLICINI SPARKLING CUVÉE Italy $20.99 $18.49 155122 4 x 250 ml Fresh and crisp, this sparkling white has fragrant notes of apple, peach and pear and light effervescence. Delicious on its own or paired with appetizers, fresh seafood, grilled chicken or salads.
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TAYLOR FLADGATE 10-YEAR-OLD TAWNY PORT Portugal $41.99 121749 A superb and powerful expression of aged tawny port, this wine reveals a fine concentration of ripe berry fruit, fig, chocolate, butterscotch and nut notes with wonderful sweetness, texture and length.
DOW’S LATE BOTTLED VINTAGE Portugal $25.99 533364 Exuberant aromas of blackberry and liquorice are complemented by cocoa, mint and floral hints. On the palate, it is full-bodied,
concentrated and intense, with fine, peppery tannins and a long, spicy finish.
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BLANDY’S DUKE OF CLARENCE RICH MADEIRA Portugal $29.99 280982 Honey, raisin and nutty aromas lead to a rich, full- bodied and softly textured palate with a caramel-tinged finish. A great after-dinner drink, serve this with desserts, fruits or soft cheeses.
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