2008 Le Petit Saint-Jacques Rosé – 12.5% Alc./Vol. $12.95/$155.40 case of 12
This is an elegantly fruity and refreshing rosé made from 100% Syrah. A beautiful salmon hue, this crisp, dry wine is a perfect summer sipper destined for the back patio or cottage dock. For those of you familiar with previous vintages of Graham’s rosé, this is not as serious and complex due to the absence of Grenache. But, it is very well made and delightful. Order your case load of summer now!

2009 Le Petit Saint-Jacques Blanc – 12.5% Alc./Vol. $12.95/$155.40 case of 12
This is Ch. St Jacques d’Albas’ first white and what a pleasant surprise it is!! Made from 80% Vermentino (Rolle) with the remainder being Viogner and Roussanne, it is wonderfully complex and aromatic for a little wine. Straw yellow, it exhibits aromas of peaches, pebbles and white flowers and finishes with a crisp, dry tang – perfect for shellfish or simply snacking on whilst making supper. Order this little white gem now.

2008 Le Petit Saint-Jacques Rouge – 13.5% Alc./Vol. $12.95/$155.40 case of 12
Now this is what I call a ‘nice little quaff’! A young wine, made from equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache, it is delightfully fresh and ready to drink. A clear ruby red, it has aromas of red berries, Provençal spices and a hint of new leather that persist in the mouth. It doesn’t linger long, but seems to cry out for the next sip. At this price it can be consumed with anything, even breakfast of bacon and eggs if you are in the mood. Order your new ‘red du jour’ now.

2008 Clos de Garric – 13.5% Alc./Vol. $14/$168 case of 12
The 2008 AOC Minervois Clos de Garric is made from 60% Syrah, 30% Carignan and 10% Grenache. Basically, this wine is made from younger vines with all of the care and attention that goes into the more senior St Jacques reds (no oak). This is a very easy drinking red with good structure and balance. It has aromas of red and black berries, black currents and a trace of mocha that carry through in the mouth. Of moderate length, it is a lot of wine for the money. It would be ideal with pizza, pasta dishes and roast chicken. Order this lovely, lively lip-smacker now.

Le Petit Saint-Jacques Plus Sampler – 12.5-13.5% Alc./Vol. $13.25/$159 case of 12
Three bottles of the Le Petit Saint-Jacques triad – rosé, blanc et rouge plus three bottles of the yummy Clos de Garric, all for only $159. This is a vinous no-brainer if ever there was one!! Order your twelve-pack of fun now – Bacchus will be proud of you.

2006 Le Domaine – 13.5% Alc./Vol. $14.95/$179.40 case of 12
This has become THE favourite wine of a good number of our Members and now it is available at a very special price. This edition of "Le Domaine" is made of 20% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 40% Carignan and it is as good as ever. . It has been traditionally fermented for over twenty days and the Syrah aged in oak barrels for more than six months. This is a very expressive, well balanced wine that is drinking well now and will keep quite happily for several years. Order your supply of the people’s favourite now.

2007 Le Château – 14.5% Alc./Vol. $21.95/$131.70 case of 6
This excellent wine from an excellent vintage is made from 35% Syrah, 55% Grenache and 10% Carignan. The Syrah rested for 12 months in oak. Yields were a miserly 35 hl/ha. This easy drinking, medium-bodied wine is deep ruby with a taste of ripe raspberries, liquorice, Provençal spices, black pepper and a hint of vanilla. It exhibits a fine balance of fruit and plush, velvety tannins. It will pair superbly with roasts, poultry and casseroles. A lot of wine for the buck, it will cellar well for at least five to seven years. Order your six-pack of vin par excellence now.

2006 La Chapelle – 15.0% Alc./Vol. $37/$222 case of 6
This is definitely the king of castle St Jacques d’Albas and the fact that it has already garnered a gold medal at the prestigious Concours Mondial de Bruxelles amply supports its stature. Made from 99% old vines Syrah (aged in oak casks for eighteen months) and 1% Grenache, it is reminiscent of both a fine Côte Rôtie and a smashing Aussie Shiraz. An inky dark red colour, black currents dominate the nose with hints of red berries, new leather and vanilla. It is a real mouthful of pleasure, well-balanced, long and satisfying. My tasting notes show an underscored Superb! This is lovely stuff and I highly recommend it. Order 4,500 ml of hedonistic delight now.

Graham’s Luxe Red Sampler – 13.5-15.0% Alc./Vol. $21/$126 case of 6
A great way to try Graham’s senior reds – three bottles of the 2008 Le Domaine, two bottles of the 2007 Le Château and one glorious bottle of the 2006 La Chapelle. Order your little collection of superb Minervois reds now.