FEATURED BEER, WINE and SPIRITS

For your convenience, we are pleased to provide you with additional information on several of our featured labels.

Wines

Ca' Montini Pinot Grigio has been voted #1 in blind taste tests by the Wall Street Journal for several years beating out the competition. Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.

Caliterra Tribute Malbec has an excellent appearance and exhibits an attractive deep dark red color. Reminiscences of dried plums come to the mind, together with dried fruit background. Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.

Carmen Cabernet Sauvignon scored 87 points and a 'Best Value' from the Wine Spectator. Good structure, that reminds of ginger bread, mint and cedar. Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.

Domaine Chaume-Arnaud Vinsobres 2005 is a blend of 60% Grenache, 15% Syrah, with Cinsault, Mourvèdre and Carignan, all from vines at least 40 years old.  Available at www.firstvine.com to DC and Virginia homes and offices.

Luna di Luna PINK Merlot donates a portion of sales to breast cancer research June - Dec 2008. Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.

Peaks of Otter Winery’s Golden Nugget Light Pear Wine, Our Dawg WILL Bite Apple Wine and Chili Pepper Wine and Apple - Blueberry Muffin Wine can be purchased online at www.PeaksOfOtterWinery.com.

Piccini Chianti is the flagship wine for the Piccini's with its distinctively orange label; a modern approach to Tuscan wines. The Piccini family is in its 4th generation and over 126 years in business -- since 1882. Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.

2006 Rappahannock Cellars Cabernet Franc – Double gold medal winner and “Best of Category” at the San Francisco International Wine Competition.

2007 Rappahannock Cellars Viognier – Gold medal winner and “highest rated Viognier” at the San Francisco International Wine Competition.

2006 Rappahannock Cellars Meritage – A careful blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, and Malbec.

Septima Malbec 'a rock star wine in sheep's clothing showing size and power along with pure fruit' says the Wine Enthusiast who gave this wine a 90 point rating and a 'Best Buy.' Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.

Two Oceans Shiraz scored 87 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate because its 'amazing value shames the international cast of inexpensive but miserable bottlings of Syrah that have flooded the marketplace in recent years.' Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.

Two Oceans Sauvignon Blanc scored 86 points by Robert Parker's Wine Advocate winning praise for being 'clean and bright throughout, leaving your mouth refreshed and more than willing to accept the next sip.' Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.

Voga Sparkling continues to follow the trends and break the standards. The third wine to debut in the USA from Voga. Drink in Style. Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.

Unicorn Winery’s Chambourcin 2005, Crimson Sunset, Cabernet Franc 2004 and Traminette 2007 are available at Unicorn Winery, 489 Old Bridge Road, Amissville VA 20106, M-F 12:00 to 5:00 p.m. and S-S 11:00-6:00 p.m.

Veritas Winery is proud to feature its Sparkling Champagne, Reds-Blends, Dessert White and Merlot at the 2008 Metropolitan Cooking & Entertaining Show. Veritas winery was voted the most popular winery in the magazine C-ville 2007  - the winery where everything comes together, spectacular wines, spectacular food and a spectacular view not only of the Blue Ridge Mountains but everything else in your life.

Beers

Altbier has broad appeal and is complex, yet deceptively drinkable. Its malty flavor, refreshing hop character, and clean finish leaves you wanting more!

Double White Ale is a 'double strength' version of traditional Belgian White Ale spiced with coriander and orange peel. The unique and wildly popular seasonal brew is now available year round!

Magic Hat #9, Circus Boy – Unfiltered and unfettered, Circus Boy is a unique and refreshing American-style Hefeweizen available year round.

Southampton I.P.A. is authentic English-style amber ale with a unique character that comes from a special blend of five hop varieties and the use of imported English malts. The most assertively hoppy brew!

Woodchuck Draft Cider is available at fine beer and wine retailers throughout the Metropolitan area, or visit www.woodchuck.com for more info.

Spirits

Amarula Cream, a self-indulgent cream liqueur made from the unique African Marula Fruit, just won a gold medal for 'Best in Class' at the International Wine & Spirits Competition. Available at Capitol Beverage – DC.