2008 Domaine de Pouy

On Sale $8.99

Compare to The Wine Advocate's Price of $12
"Yves Grassa's 2008 Domaine de Pouy - a blend of Ugni Blanc and Colombard - smells typically of clover, herbs, and grasses, lime, and pineapple. A delicacy; an efficacy of ripe acidity; and an invigorating intimation of peach fuzz and salt in the finish, all make this year's cuvee especially appealing. Keep this on hand in your refrigerator..."
-The Wine Advocate

Wine Critic Robert Parker on Domaine de Pouy "Quite possibly the greatest, dry, white wine value in America."
-Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

This Week's Classes!

Taste, Learn & Discover New Wines

Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
Our classes are fun, informative and are a great way to learn about wine, spirits and the wide world of beer. Classes at the "Merch" are taught by knowledgeable members of our Award-Winning Staff. Classes are single session events and six wines (or spirits, beers, etc.) are served based on the theme of each class. Tasty items from our Award-Winning Cheese Department are also included. Classes begin at 6:00 PM and end at 7:30 PM. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations. Sorry, no cancellations. See store for details.

Sauce Magazine Says...
"If you want to learn about the taste, geography, history and use of wine for daily dining and social pleasure, there is no better place..."
-Sauce Magazine

Tuesday, September 29
Wine & Food Pairing: Mai Lee Restaurant
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
Great wines and delicious cuisine from Mai Lee Restaurant.
$35 per person

Thursday, October 1
Vintage Cocktails
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
Taste and learn all about classic, vintage cocktails. Great new class!
$30 per person

Friday, October 2
Wine & Cheese Pairing: French Classics
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
This excellent class will teach you about the magical pairing of French wine and cheese. Ooh, la, la!
$35 per person

Saturday, October 3
Burgundy: The Grand Crus
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
Burgundy's best wines are featured in this awesome class. Don't miss it!

Special Pre-Arrival Offer

Rare Philip Togni Cabs

We have two new stunning Cabs from winemaker Philip Togni arriving in a few weeks. Togni is a brilliant winemaker who produces some of the most complex and long lived wines in California and his track record is impeccable. Quantities are very limited. Please act quickly.

Wine Critic Robert Parker on Philip Togni
"This is an irrefutable source of remarkable Cabernet Sauvignons that last 20-30+ years! Philip Togni is a no-nonsense, tough-minded guy who is working alongside his daughter, so the succession at this winery is guaranteed should he ever decide to retire." -Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

2006 Philip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

Pre-Arrival Price $104.99

"The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate remains one of the finest bargains for long-lived California Cabernet Sauvignon. A dense purple color is followed by stunning aromatics of creosote, black olives, blackberries, cedar, and cassis. Full-bodied with a multi-layered texture, decent acidity, and substantial, but ripe, noble tannins, this excellent effort will benefit from 5-6 years of bottle age, and will be another 30+ year wine."
-Rated 95+/100 Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

2007 Philip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley

Pre-Arrival Price $107.99

"The sweetness of its tannins sets it apart from other vintages, but it exhibits a dense purple color as well as an extraordinary bouquet of incense, blackberries, cedar, licorice, and a hint of charcoal. It possesses remarkable full-bodied power and concentration along with stunning purity, equilibrium, and a finish that elicits a big smile. This fabulous Cabernet Sauvignon is built along the lines of Togni's 1991, 1992, 1994, and 1997. By Togni's standards, it will be drinkable at a young age, 4-5 years, and keep for 30+ years."
-Rated 94-96/100 Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

Cognac Tasting with Maison Camus
Weds, Sept 30th
5:30-7pm
Call 314.863.6282 for details

Please join us this Wednesday for the relaunching of the Camus line of cognacs in the St. Louis area. The Camus family have been producing brandies since 1863 and five generations of the family have run the distillery, Manny Burnichon. inport manager for Camus will be pouring selections from their portfolio and answering your cognac questions. There will be sale pricing for all Camus brandies at the tasting. Here's what's being featured:

V.S. "Elegance" 29.99

V.S.O.P. "Elegance" 44.99

X.O. "Elegance" 146.99

X.O. Borderies 165.99

Store Tastings

Taste While You Browse

We taste wine every week here at the shop. These tastings are fun and educational and are conducted in an open house style so you can come and go as you please. You know, have fun and taste while you browse through the thousands of bottles that we stock. These tastings are a great way to discover new wines tool. Check 'em out...

Italian Wine Tasting with Vias Imports
The Wine Merchant, Ltd.
20 South Hanley Road in Clayton
Tuesday, September 22
5:30 PM until 7:00 PM
Please call 314.863.6282 for information.
Join us Tuesday, September 22 for a tasting of classic Italian wines. Donald Shannon from Vias Imports will be on hand sampling the wines and providing info. Here's the lineup for Tuesday along with sale prices and reviews from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate.

2007 Colosi Nero d' Avola $14.99 (90 WA)
2008 Terra Dora di Paolo Falanghina On Sale $14.99 (90 WA)
2008 Statti Gaglioppo Rosso On Sale $16.99
2008 Abbazia di Novacella Kerner On Sale $19.99
2004 Produttori Barbaresco "Asili" On Sale $59.99 (94 WA)

Tastings later this week...
Friday, 9/25 Faith Linkogel from Appellations Fine Wines - 5:30 until 7:00 PM
Saturday, 9/26 Indira Davis from Glazers Domaines & Estates - Noon until 4:00 PM

2005 Franciscan Magnificat Napa Valley

On Sale $27.99

Compare to Wine.com's Price of $47.99
"Dense crimson hue. Complex scents of mocha, black cherry and vanilla. Creamy flavors of raspberry and black cherry with secondary nuances of orange pekoe tea and rum cake. Velvety tannins and layers of raspberry, cherry and sweet tobacco in the unfolding close."
-Rated 92/100 Wine News

2007 Domaine Charvin Vin de Pays

On Sale $13.99

"...the 2007 is a brilliant effort. A blend of 42% Grenache, from 60-year-old and 45-year-old parcels, and 58% Merlot from much younger vines, aged for 18 months in concrete tanks, and bottled without filtration, it represents a gorgeous bargain. A deep ruby/purple-tinged color is followed by sweet black cherry, spice box, pepper, and unsmoked cigar tobacco notes. The wine possesses a ripe, round texture, and a long, lusty finish. This is pure hedonism at its best combined with the unmistakable character of Provence. Drink it over the next 1-2 years."
-Rated 90/100 Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

E-mail Deals Still Available Sale Prices Good While Supply Lasts We've had some exceptional e-mail offers recently. Sometimes we're able to go back to our supplier and replenish our stocks. The following wines have been recently featured in our e-mail newsletter and are still in stock. The sale prices are good while quantities last. 2008 Venta Morales Tempranillo On Sale $6.49 2007 Kendall Jackson Chardonnay On Sale $10.99 2007 Toasted Head Chardonnay On Sale $11.99 2008 Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio On Sale $17.99 2008 Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc On Sale $22.49 2008 Rombauer Chardonnay On Sale $26.99 2006 Duckhorn Paraduxx On Sale $42.99 2006 Cakebread Merlot Napa Valley On Sale $55.99 2007 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley On Sale $59.99

Tastings

This Week's Wine Classes!

Taste, Learn & Discover New Wines

Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
Our classes are fun, informative and are a great way to learn about wine, spirits and the wide world of beer. Classes at the "Merch" are taught by knowledgeable members of our Award-Winning Staff. Classes are single session events and six wines (or spirits, beers, etc.) are served based on the theme of each class. Tasty items from our Award-Winning Cheese Department are also included. Classes begin at 6:00 PM and end at 7:30 PM. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations. Sorry, no cancellations. See store for details.

Sauce Magazine Says...
"If you want to learn about the taste, geography, history and use of wine for daily dining and social pleasure, there is no better place..."
-Sauce Magazine

Discover Oregon SOLD OUT!
Tuesday, September 22
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
Excellent intro class for the delicious wines from the Beaver State.
$25 per person

Artisan Cheese & Craft Beer
Thursday, September 24
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
In this new class we'll pair up outstanding artisan cheeses and hand crafted brews. Join us for the fun.
$25 per person

Restaurant Wine List 101
Friday, September 25
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
This class is perfect for those who want to know how to order from a restaurant wine list. A tasty way to learn.
$30 per person

Intro to Single Malt Scotch
Saturday, September 26
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
In this popular class we'll show you the ropes on tasty Single Malt Whisky from Scotland.
$35 per person

Wine Rack End Caps

Huge Savings

Red Wood Wine Rack End Caps
Retail Price $250.00
Sale Price $75.00
"We have some wine rack end caps from our former Creve Coeur shop for sale. These are professional quality pieces made from Redwood. Redwood is mold resistant (great for humid basements and cellars) and quite beautiful. These end caps are slightly used with a few scratches and dents that we like to call "character. " Local delivery is available for a small fee (see store for details). We're sure these will sell out fast. Please act quickly."
-John Nash, The Wine Merchant, Ltd.

Chef's Pantry

Lucedio Riso Carnaroli

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We love Lucedio's Riso Carnaroli. It makes a stunningly rich and velvety risotto especially if you're not adding other flavoring ingredients to the rice. It's good enough on its own! Carnaroli's large oval grain contains a higher concentration of starch and is a low yielding strain of rice. It's the preferred rice for most chefs in Italy's Piedmont region and is quickly catching on here in the states too. A great staple for your kitchen pantry!

Cheese Corner

Parmigiano-Reggiano

Free Cookbook Offer

"We have a great price on Parmigiano-Reggiano ($12.99 per pound) and we always cut it fresh from the wheel. We do it right baby. Stop by our shop this week and buy a pound of Parm and we'll give you a FREE Parmigiano-Reggiano cookbook! What a deal! Free cookbook quantities are limited so please act quickly..." -John Nash, The Wine Merchant, Ltd.

Parmigiano-Reggiano DOC
Cut and Wrapped Fresh to Your Order!
"We've been delighted with our current batch of Parmigiano-Reggiano. They've been aged to perfection and are delightfully fruity (we detect pineapple and wild strawberry notes...) and delicious. We recommend buying Parmigiano-Reggiano in hunks or wedges which are perfect for nibbling or grating over your favorite pasta dish. We highly recommend grating it yourself as pre-grated Parmigiano loses it's character quickly. Freshly grated always tastes better. Parmigiano-Reggiano is a great snacking cheese too, so don't just grate it over pasta, salads and soups. It's one of our favorite wine tasting cheeses too as it has fresh acidity and doesn't coat your palate and interfere with the flavors of the wine. Stop by for a FREE sample..."
-Simon Lehrer, Cheesemonger, The Wine Merchant, Ltd.

Neal's Yard Dairy Gubbeen

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Cut and Wrapped Fresh to Your Order!
"Tom and Giana Ferguson are the fifth-generation producers of Gubbeen, a rosy, washed-rind cheese from West Cork, Ireland. Gubbeen is a regular Neal's Yard Dairy selection and the name of the cheese is Gaelic for small mouthful. It's made from morning milk which is curdled, cut, and molded into forms about the size of a dinner plate. Each cheese is washed delicately with a culture-infused brine. Every wheel develops differently, with some gaining an orange sheen and others exhibiting a light, fluffy bloom. Our wheels have a lively orange rind. We love to pair up a good drink with a fine cheese and we think Gubbeen matches well with a semi-dry Riesling (Mosel, Alsace, etc.) or a dark, rich, English Porter." -John Nash, The Wine Merchant, Ltd.

Tastings at The Merch

Discover New Wines!

Here's our current lineup of tastings at our brick and mortar location in Clayton. These tastings are open house (come and go as you please) and are a great way to discover new wines.

Classic Wines of Spain.

The Wine Merchant, Ltd.
20 South Hanley Road in Clayton
Tuesday, September 15
5:30 PM until 7:00 PM
Please call 314.863.6282 for information.
Join us Tuesday, September 15 for a tasting of classic Spanish wines. Sales Director Andrew Holod from Grapes of Spain Imports will be on hand sampling the wines and providing info. Here's the lineup for Tuesday.

2007 Vivir Vivir Ribera del Duero Tinto On Sale $11.99
2007 Monte Castillo Ribera del Duero Tinto On Sale $11.99
2008 Nessa Albarino Rias Baixas On Sale $13.99
2005 Los 800 Priorat On Sale $19.99
2005 Pujanza Rioja On Sale $27.99 (Rated 91 IWC)

Martine's Wines.
The Wine Merchant, Ltd.
20 South Hanley Road in Clayton
Wednesday, September 16
5:30 PM until 7:00 PM
Please call 314.863.6282 for information.
Join us Wednesday, September 16 for a portfolio tasting from Martine's Wines. Martine Saunier's small importing company has a great lineup of wines. Todd Mathis will be pouring the wines and answering your questions. Here are the wines for Wednesday evening.

2006 Chateau du Cedre Cahors On Sale $13.99
2004 Domaine Emilian Gillet Vire-Clesse On Sale $22.99
2006 Feraud-Brunel Chateauneuf du Pape AOC On Sale $32.99
NV Gonet-Medeville Champagne Blanc de Noir On Sale $42.99
NV Niepoort 10 Year Tawny Port On Sale $42.99 (95 WS)

Friday & Saturday Tastings!

Gemtree Vineyards Tasting.
The Wine Merchant, Ltd.
20 South Hanley Road in Clayton
Friday, September 18
5:30 PM until 7:00 PM
Please call 314.863.6282 for information.
Join us Friday, September 18 for a tasting of classic Australian wines from Gemtree Vineyards. Ramona Marten from Classique Wines will be on hand sampling the wines and providing info. Here's the lineup for Friday along with sale pricing and scores from Steve Tanzer's International Wine Cellar. These Gemtree wines offer great value...

2008 Gemtree Shiraz "Tadpole On Sale $13.99
2007 Gemtree Chardonnay "Citrine" On Sale $15.99 (Rated 90 IWC)
2007 Gemtree Shiraz/Viognier "Bloodstone" On Sale $15.99 (Rated 91 IWC)
2008 Gemtree Albarino "Moonstone" On Sale $19.99 (Rated 89 IWC)
2006 Gemtree Red Blend "Tatty Road" On Sale $19.99 (Rated 90 IWC)

Saturday Wine Tasting.
The Wine Merchant, Ltd.
20 South Hanley Road in Clayton
Saturday, September 19
1:00 PM until 4:00 PM
Please call 314.863.6282 for information.
Join us Saturday, September 19 for a tasting of new releases from Missouri Beverage Company. Michelle Rehmer from "Mobev" will be here to pour and explain the wines. Here's the lineup for this Saturday along with sale pricing and scores from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. This is a fun batch of wines!

2007 Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc/Viognier On Sale $10.99
2007 Champalou Vouvray On Sale $15.99 (Rated 90 WA)
2006 Robert Hall Rhone du Robles On Sale $16.99
2007 Ermitage Pic-st-Loup Rouge Cuvee Saint Agnes On Sale $22.99
2006 Achaval Ferrer Malbec Mendoza On Sale $23.99 (Rated 92 WA)

MERCH CLASSES

Taste and Learn from the Experts

Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
Our classes are fun, informative and are a great way to learn about wine, spirits and the wide world of beer. Classes at the "Merch" are taught by knowledgeable members of our Award-Winning Staff. Classes are single session events and six wines (or spirits, beers, etc.) are served based on the theme of each class. Tasty items from our Award-Winning Cheese Department are also included. Classes begin at 6:00 PM and end at 7:30 PM. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations. Sorry, no cancellations. See store for details.

Sauce Magazine Says...
"If you want to learn about the taste, geography, history and use of wine for daily dining and social pleasure, there is no better place..."
-Sauce Magazine

Tuesday, September 15
Rhone Valley Bargains
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
France's Rhone Valley produces excellent bargains. Popular class.
$20 per person

Thursday, September 17
Wine & Food Pairing: La Dolce Via Restaurant
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
This excellent restaurant and bakery is near Barnes-Jewish Hospital. We'll pair up some tasty wines with their excellent cuisine.
$35 per person

Friday, September 18
California's Sonoma County
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
There are fine bargains coming from Sonoma County. We love the wines, you will too. New class.
$25 per person

Saturday, September 19
Wine & Cheese Pairing Deluxe Edition
Please call 314.863.6282 for reservations.
Join us in this Deluxe Edition class as we pair the best of both worlds: Wine & Cheese!
$50 per person

Cristia Chateauneuf du Pape

Closeout Price $25.99

This amazing bargain-priced closeout arrives in around 2 weeks. Because of the deeply discounted price we anticipate it to sell out before arrival. Here's a chance to secure some now. Quantities are limited. Payment confirms your order. Please act quickly.

Compare to Wine Spectator's Price of $52.99
"...tightly wound, with a core of damson plum, red licorice, crushed cherry and fruitcake notes held in check for now by racy, graphite-edged tannins. The long, sappy finish has a nice kirsch note. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. Best from 2010 through 2024. 3,330 cases made." -Rated 91/100 The Wine Spectator

Under $10 Sampler

Six Tasty Wines for $49.99

Here's a special offer for you! We have a six bottle sampler - three reds and three whites packaged in our new Merch Bag. These Merch Bags are are sturdy and easily transport up to six standard bottles of wine. You can reuse them and eventually recycle them. We have a special offer on our Merch Bags that's too good to list (antiquated Missour Liquor Laws prevent us from spilling the beans on this one...) but we can say that you'll get a discount when you use your Merch Bag on your next shopping trip... See store for details. Here's the lineup for our Under $10 Sampler...

2007 Cardiff Cellars Chardonnay
2008 Protocolo Blanco
2008 McManis Viognier
2008 Venta Morales Tempranillo
2006 Estrada Creek Merlot
2007 Winery of Good Hope Pinotage

Cabs Galore

In Stock & On Sale

We have an excellent selection of California Cabernets and Cab-based blends in stock. Some are classics, some are new to the market and most of them are highly rated by the critics. Quantities are limited. Please act quickly.

Guide to Scores
WA = Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
IWC = Steve Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
WS = Wine Spectator

2005 Mount Eden Cabernet Sauvignon Estate
On Sale $44.99 (91+ IWC)
2006 Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
On Sale $59.99 (92 WS)
2007 Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon
On Sale $59.99
2005 Silver Oak Cabernet Alexander Valley
On Sale $59.99
2006 Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
On Sale $59.99 (91 WS)
2005 Kamen Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
On Sale $69.99 (95 WA)
2006 Forman Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
On Sale $69.99 (93-95 WA)
2005 Philip Togni Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley
On Sale $99.99 (92-94 WA)
2006 Dominus Napa Valley
On Sale $109.99 (96 WA)

Wine Rack End Caps

Huge Savings

Red Wood Wine Rack End Caps
Retail Price $250.00
Sale Price $75.00
"We have some wine rack end caps from our former Creve Coeur shop for sale. These are professional quality pieces made from Redwood. Redwood is mold resistant (great for humid basements and cellars) and quite beautiful. These end caps are slightly used with a few scratches and dents that we like to call "character. " Local delivery is available for a small fee (see store for details). We're sure these will sell out fast. Please act quickly."
-John Nash, The Wine Merchant, Ltd.

Buy Parmigiano-Reggiano

Get Free Stuff

Buy Parm Get FREE Stuff
"We have a great price on Parmigiano-Reggiano ($12.99 per pound) and we always cut it fresh from the wheel. We do it right baby. Stop by our shop this week and buy a pound of Parm and we'll give you a FREE Parmigiano-Reggiano cookbook and Parmigiano knife! What a deal! The free stuff is limited so please act quickly..." -John Nash, The Wine Merchant, Ltd.

Parmigiano-Reggiano DOC
Cut and Wrapped Fresh to Your Order!
"We've been delighted with our current batch of Parmigiano-Reggiano. They've been aged to perfection and are delightfully fruity (we detect pineapple and wild strawberry notes...) and delicious. We recommend buying Parmigiano-Reggiano in hunks or wedges which are perfect for nibbling or grating over your favorite pasta dish. We highly recommend grating it yourself as pre-grated Parmigiano loses it's character quickly. Freshly grated always tastes better. Parmigiano-Reggiano is a great snacking cheese too, so don't just grate it over pasta, salads and soups. It's one of our favorite wine tasting cheeses too as it has fresh acidity and doesn't coat your palate and interfere with the flavors of the wine. Stop by for a FREE sample..."
-Simon Lehrer, Cheesemonger, The Wine Merchant, Ltd.

Neal's Yard Dairy Handcrafted Cheeses from the UK We love the handcrafted cheeses from London's Neal's Yard Dairy and we introduced them to Saint Louis many years ago. They specialize in artisan and farmhouse cheese from all over the UK sometimes aging the cheese further before release. We just received a shipment from NYD that includes a few new selections. Stop by for a FREE sample!

Neal's Yard Dairy Cornish Yarg

Rich & Crumbly!

Cornish Yarg is a relatively new cheese but made from a recipe from the 13th century. It's crumbly texture and slightly acidic flavor balanced by a creamy mouthfeel is reminiscent of younger cheddars from the region. This version by Allan and Jenny Gray is made exclusively for Neal's Yard Dairy with a traditional rennet and dry salted by hand instead of a dip in brine. The nettle leaves pressed into Cornish Yarg gives the cheese a very distinctive appearance to compliment the unusual name which is an inversion of "Gray", name of the proud parents! Chardonnay (we love it with a fruity Macon-Villages from Burgundy) brings out the best in this cheese. Stop by for a FREE sample.

Neal's Yard Dairy Ardrahan

Washed Rind Beauty!

Everybody loves a stinker! NYD Ardrahan is a washed rind (aromatic baby...) cheese made by the Burns family in County Cork, Ireland using pasteurised cows milk cheese and vegetarian rennet. It's lively aroma grabs your attention which leads to its lovely washed rind. We love the rind's color - kinda looks like the surface of Mars. Inside it's creamy, gooey and rich with a sort of smoked bacon-meaty note in the finish. An Irish classic and a new Merch favorite. Stop by for a FREE sample.