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November 30, 2023

deVine Days 2023 – Friday through Sunday

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 9:46 pm

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Author: Dirk Chan

Mark your calendar – deVine Days this year is set for Friday, Dec 1st through Sunday, Dec 3rd . Our annual “Thank You!” for your ongoing support and patronage this year will coincide with the Edmonton Downtown Business Association’s Winterval festivities.

As usual, deVine Wines will be offering our customers a 10% discount* on all in-store items (yes, including wine, beer, spirits and vintage keeper and vintage room products). No rain-checks and does not apply to products already discounted (cases of the month, bin-ends, tastings and weekly online offer).

Wait there’s more, the first 50 customers on Friday and Saturday will receive a $10 DBA gift card with a total purchase of $75 or more. You will be able to use the gift card for your subsequent visit and purchases.

For your shopping convenience, you can also shop online during that weekend as our entire inventory is available via our website that is available to you 24 hours a day. Enjoy shopping in the comforts of your own home. Note you won’t see the 10% discount when you order online in the system generated confirmation but rather it will be applied by us in the backend and you will see it on our second email confirmation when your order has been processed.

You can also visit us in the store during our extended store hours (till 8pm) on both Friday and Saturday and regular hours on Sunday.

In addition to the sale, do take advantage of our free delivery within Edmonton city limits option with a minimum $75 purchase – we deliver monday through fridays in the afternoons.

This is our biggest sale of the year to give everybody some much needed cheer! Shop early for best selection. Don’t miss out, its a great opportunity to do all your Xmas and New Year needs.

At this time of year, please remember those in need. Please bring a package for the Edmonton Food Bank or drop some money into the cash box by our till if you’re coming into to the store. For those taking advantage of our free delivery within Edmonton city limits, you can hand over a care package to our driver. Thank you in advance.

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Wine Spectator’s Top 100 Wines of 2023

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 9:45 pm

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Author: Dirk Chan

The popular American wine publication Wine Spectator reviews over 15,000 wines every year, and in mid November, they issue their Top 100 Wines of the Year amids much fanfare and hoopla. This has been an ongoing tradition since 1988.

The retailers follow closely and will bring in as many of the Top 100 as available. It gets harder every year to get a lot of wines, either because its not in Alberta, or it is the wrong vintage. We have six wines to offer this year so far so grab them while quantities last

Check out the available 2023 Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines..

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November 27, 2023

Weekly Offer for Nov 27/23

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 2:14 pm

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Author: Dirk Chan

Our online feature this week is the 2018 d’Arenberg Sticks & Stones (McLaren Vale, Australia) – $29.99, regularly $36.99.

The d’Arenberg Winery is one of the most respected wineries in McLaren Vale in South Australia – established in 1912 by the teetotaller Joseph Osborn, who sold his stable of prize winning horses to purchase the property. Three more generations since Joseph – Frank, Francis (universally known as d’Arry) and then Chester, who joined in 1984 and runs the show now.

Known for making distinctive, finesse driven wines using traditional methods in the vineyard and the winery, Chester is also renown for his wild shirts and his wines’ unique and often humourous names. His most recent project is the d’Arenberg Cube, an amazing five story structure in the shape of a Rubik’s cube that includes restaurant and tasting room that is fast becoming a mainstay attraction destination for visitors.

Our feature this week is his Sticks & Stones, a kitchen sink blend marvelously done is a mix of Tempranillo, Grenache, Souzao and Tinta Cao – its a tantalizing journey of the senses, full of red, black and purple fruits. The inspiration for the “Sticks & Stones” comes from the age-old proverb; ‘sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me’. The unusual and quirky names of d’Arenberg’s range of wines has never done the winery any harm.

2018 d’Arenberg Sticks & Stones (McLaren Vale, Australia) – $29.99 , regularly $36.99

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November 20, 2023

Weekly Offer for Nov 20/23

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 1:35 pm

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Author: Dirk Chan

Our online feature this week is the 2021 Guy Saget Vouvray (Loire Valley, France) – $19.99 , regularly $22.49.
In the picturesque Pouilly-sur-Loire, the Saget family has been practicing the art of fine winemaking for eight generations now. At the Domaine Guy Saget Winery, the wines are fermented traditionally which is how they manage to give the wines their own personality and represent the full potential of the Loire Valley wine region. Today, the family cultivates a total of 240 hectares of vines, distributed over several different terroirs. The winery, whose roots date back to 1790, is now run by Jean-Louis Saget and his sons Laurent and Arnaud.

Our feature this week is their Vouvray, made with the intention of unravelling the extreme complexity associated with the Loire Valley vineyards. This is a very nice Chenin Blanc, with stone fruit and honey tones that is fermented traditionally. The decision to forego oak ageing stems from a desire to fully reveal the potential of these Loire wines. This well-made wine will be superb with vegetarian dishes, or chicken baked with carrots.

2021 Guy Saget Vouvray (Loire Valley, France) – $19.99 , regularly $22.49

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November 16, 2023

deVine Days 2023

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 3:49 pm

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Author: Dirk Chan

Mark your calendar – deVine Days this year is set for Friday, Dec 1st through Sunday, Dec 3rd . Our annual “Thank You!” for your ongoing support and patronage this year will coincide with the Edmonton Downtown Business Association’s Winterval festivities.

As usual, deVine Wines will be offering our customers a 10% discount* on all in-store items (yes, including wine, beer, spirits and vintage keeper and vintage room products). No rain-checks and does not apply to products already discounted (cases of the month, bin-ends, tastings and weekly online offer).

Wait there’s more, the first 50 customers on Friday and Saturday will receive a $10 DBA gift card with a total purchase of $75 or more. You will be able to use the gift card for your subsequent visit and purchases.

For your shopping convenience, you can also shop online during that weekend as our entire inventory is available via our website that is available to you 24 hours a day. Enjoy shopping in the comforts of your own home. Note you won’t see the 10% discount when you order online in the system generated confirmation but rather it will be applied by us in the backend and you will see it on our second email confirmation when your order has been processed.

You can also visit us in the store during our extended store hours (till 8pm) on both Friday and Saturday and regular hours on Sunday.

In addition to the sale, do take advantage of our free delivery within Edmonton city limits option with a minimum $75 purchase – we deliver monday through fridays in the afternoons.

This is our biggest sale of the year to give everybody some much needed cheer! Shop early for best selection. Don’t miss out, its a great opportunity to do all your Xmas and New Year needs.

At this time of year, please remember those in need. Please bring a package for the Edmonton Food Bank or drop some money into the cash box by our till if you’re coming into to the store. For those taking advantage of our free delivery within Edmonton city limits, you can hand over a care package to our driver. Thank you in advance.

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Edmonton Downtown Business Association Announces the Inaugural “Downtown Winterval”

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 3:28 pm

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Author: Brad Morrison

The Edmonton Downtown Business Association (EDBA) has just released their plans for the inaugural Downtown Winterval program. Spanning throughout December, this is a celebration of the festive season on our 104th Street.

The kickoff is Friday, December 1st coinciding with our annual deVine Days 10% off everything weekend.

There are numerous activities for the entire family so please mark your calendars and plan to be downtown throughout the Winterval. The number of events are too many to list here, but you can read all the details by reading the EDBA’s press release here..

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November 13, 2023

Weekly Offer for Nov 13/23

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 1:56 pm

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Author: Dirk Chan

Our online feature this week is the Lua Cheia-Saven Maria Bonita Loureiro (Vinho Verde, Portugal) – $13.99 (regularly $18.99).

Lua-Cheia Saven Winery was formed in 2009 by entrepreneur Manuel Dias and winemaker Francisco Baptista. Nowadays, they have properties in Bairrada, Dao, the Douro, Setubal, Palmela, Porto, Tejo and of course Vinho Verde.

Our feature this week is their Maria Bonita Loureiro Vinho Verde white, made from 100% Loureiro grapes harvest manually grown on granite terroir with sandy clay and schist soils that offer its strong minerality.

Pale straw yellow in color with green reflections. This is a dry style of Vinho Verde, attractively perfumed with green apples, a herbal edge. The wine has a touch of spice that highlights the lemony citrus flavors. The wine is crisp and acidic and intense with a long lingering slightly spritzy finish. Drinks very well as an aperitif or eating with shrimp, fish and soft cheeses. Excellent value for money to discover. an aperitif without even eating. It is rather dry and has citrus notes.

Lua Cheia-Saven Maria Bonita Loureiro – $13.99 (regularly $18.99)

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November 9, 2023

Taylor Fladgate – A Galactic Port Tasting with Sales Manager Joao Rebelo

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 12:37 pm

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Author: Dirk Chan

deVine and Pacific Wine & Spirits is proud to present Joao Rebelo, Global Sales Manager of the Fladgate Partnership on Wednesday, November 15 @ 7pm – $60 for a special port tasting.

The feature port this evening will be the newly arrived 2003 Taylor Fladgate Vintage Port, the Galactic Edition, the first port to travel into space – this limited edition of this highly rated Vintage port celebrates this momentous occasion and will let us explore new frontiers together! Also featured will the Taylor’s version of the new format of a 50 Year Old Tawny and a special Surprise!.

The cool weather has arrived and its port season – there are only 11 spots left for this stand-up event. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Register for the event here..

November 6, 2023

Weekly Offer for Nov 6/23

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 1:07 pm

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Author: Dirk Chan

Our online feature this week is the 2018 Nathalie Bonhomme Caminos del Bonhomme Cabernet Sauvignon (Valencia, Spain) – $20.99 (regularly $26.49).

Montrealer Nathalie Bonhomme started making wine under her own label in 2007 and has since made a fine reputation for herself as a talented winemaker with appealing wines of high quality. This talented winemaker also creates her own labels for her wines and we’ve beenn priviledged to have her visit us in-store a couple of times over the years.

Our feature this week is her Caminos del Bonhomme Cabernet Sauvignon – this comes from a single parcel of Cabernet Sauvignon, which grows on the radiant slopes of the Sierra de L’Ombría near Alicante, has been striving these past thirty years for a balance and a way to adapt to the Spanish climate. It has succeeded. These grapes from this privileged valley of Valencia demonstrate perfect ageing attributes and are cared for 22-24 months in French Taransaud oak barrels with diligent attention paid to the lees. Ripe without excess, with blackcurrants, forest bog notes, is medium-bodied in a supple frame with hints of pepper, prunes and cocoa on the smooth finish. Try pairing with a slow cooked beef stew.

2018 Nathalie Bonhomme Caminos del Bonhomme Cabernet Sauvignon (Valencia, Spain) – $20.99 (regularly $26.49)

Also available: – 2020 Nathalie Bonhomme El Petit Bonhomme (Jumilla, Spain) – $19.49

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November 3, 2023

Louis Jadot Free Pour with Thibaut Marquis

Filed under: deVine's Daily Blog Article — Dirk @ 5:39 pm

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Author: Dirk Chan

deVine and International Cellars Inc. welcome back Thibaut Marquis of Maison Jadot for a free drop-in tasting on Wednesday, November 8 from 5:30 to 7pm.

Maison Louis Jadot is a winery that was founded by Louis Henry Denis Jadot in 1859. The first vineyard bought by the Jadot family is the now famous Beaune Monopole vineyard, Clos des Ursules, in 1826. The family wine company not only produces their own wines, but also markets Burgundy wine. It operates both its own vineyards and buys grapes from other growers. It controls 270 hectares (670 acres) of vineyards in Burgundy (including Beaujolais Crus), all of which are AOC denominated wines, making them one of the most significant negotiants in the region.

Monsieur Marquis is the Export Director for USA and Canada. He will lead us through three wines – a white Macon-Villages, a Monopole red and a Premier Cru red. This is a real treat for those who want to sample one of the strongest negociant and Burgundy houses around. Product arrival precluded us of having a paid event, so we hope you can spare some time to come and say hello to Thibaut and sample a few wines – no pre-registration required, just drop in that evening.

More events here..

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