It is Mayfair in Madrona this weekend.  Spring is in the air, and with the fresh air and the good weather some good deals blow in from some of our suppliers.  This Saturday we’re pouring a few of them.  They are all at a great price by the bottle, or order a case and
save 15% more.  Stop on by and see what suits your fancy. 
 
Antoine de Clairvoy, Brut Champagne $18
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier
On the eyes, it offers a beautiful and bright straw-yellow color. The ring of beads is abundant and persistent. On the nose, the aromas are clear and cut. On the palate, the champagne is ample, round and fleshy. The finale is long lasting, harmonious and structured.
Was $35, Now $18 — by the case $15.30 a bottle

2014 Saint Roch, Les Vignes Rosé  $13
50% Cinsault, 50% Grenache
A dry Provence Rosé with lots of full fruit flavors of peach and nectarine.
Was $16 now $13 — by the case $11.05 a bottle

2013 Perroud, Brouilly Amethyste  $12
Gamay
The Perroud comes from a single vineyard Brouilly with a layer of amethyst crystal underground giving to the wine each year a unique Character.  The Amethyste is a classic Beaujolais with wild raspberries and blackberries, and exuberant fruit. This is balanced by firm minerality, fresh acidity, and smooth tannins.  Organic
Was $20 now $12 — by the case $10.20 a bottle

2011 Cellars Can Blau, Blue Gray Priorat $11
45% Garnacha, 30% Mazuelo, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon
A deal on a Priorat red with rich flavors of cherry and blackberry accented by licorice, mineral and spicy notes and well-integrated tannins. 
Was $18 now $11 — by the case $9.35 a bottle

2005 Château de Clairvoy, Côtes de Bourg  $14
75% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Malbec, 3% Cabernet Franc
Château de Clairvoy sits on limestone slopes on the right bank of the Gironde.  The wine from their estate vineyards is aged for 18 to 24 months in barrels before bottling.  The 2005 is rich and full, drinking great right now with several more years ahead.  Its velvety dark fruit blends with a licorice note and some spicy herbal undertones.
Was $25 now $14 — by the case $11.90 a bottle

Madrona Wine Merchants offers free wine tastings featuring 4-5 selections on a theme every Saturday from 2 until the bottles run out and on Sunday we offer a mini-tasting of two wines all day from 11-5.