In europe the last remaining primeval forest, Bialowieza, the continents last herd of bison graze on the flora known as bison grass. Each bottle has a blade of bison grass that imparts the aromas and taste of this unique plant, and adds a unique tasting experience. This vodka has a unique aroma of creamy limes, and once it hits the mouth the flavors take off, notes of creamy vanilla , key lime pie, and spice coat the mouth and subtle hints of pineapple and coconut tropical hints fill out the finish. This is one of the most unique and refreshing vodkas you will taste with a flavor that is one of a kind. Delicious on the rocks with a twist or a slice of apple or pear, or straight from the freezer.

Petite Sirah is a grape that offers loads of fruit and structure without being as heavy as a Cabernet but more full bodied that a Pinot. It is often overlooked and is a great wine that works with many different menus and taste profiles. The 09 Foppiano starts with a nose full of ripe blueberries and cocoa powder, with a hint of white pepper. All of these aromas transition seamlessly into the flavors of the wine with the addition of black plums, cherries, and notes of vanilla. The finish lets all of the fruit flow together like red velvet and introduces additional notes of blackberries and a touch of acidity to keep everything fresh and lively. Terrific with grilled beef or lamb, also would work well with hearty pasta dishes topped with hard cheeses. A great wine for under $15.

This wine layers the big dark fruit sensation in every sip, it is a monster of a wine for a great price. Starting with a nose of dried cherries, white pepper, and a subtle sweetness. These aromas seamlessly carry into the mouth. Once the wine hits the mouth the magic begins, red raspberries, black plums, and dried blueberries, coat the mouth. On the finish, everything only mildly fades and allows spice, vanilla and hints oak to mingle into the flavors. A terrific wine delivering on many levels for under $20, a great deal. This wine also would work well with lamb dishes, ribs, pizza and red sauce dinners. The wine is big enough that it can handle almost any meal you throw at it.

This is a true California Pint Grigio, keeping some of the old world style and adding loads of new world influences. The aromas were out of this world, layers of white peach and ripe lemon notes. The flavors were perfect, notes of crisp peach, vanilla, and pear were balanced perfectly with acidity of the citrus notes. The finish allowed the all of the sweet ripe fruit notes to slowly dissipate with the crispness showing through. The acidity keeps the wine fresh and lively with each sip making it a true food wine, perfect with crab, chicken or lobster dishes, in addition it would work very well with turkey.

This is one of the few vodkas still produced in Russia itself, not one of the break away regions. It has a crisp and very clean nose, with no artificial or harsh aromas. The flavors are true vodka, starting off with a smooth clean almost vanilla flowing taste, then on the finish the heat and mineral notes that I always associate with vodka come through. There is two camps of vodka lovers one that look for vodkas so smooth that you have none the warmth and grain or potato notes present, or the more masculine style which can be more heard and forward. This is defiantly more masculine and absolutely delicious.

This a part of the Famous Grouse line of Scotch's and delivers terrific flavors and unique character in each sip. The nose starts with notes of smoked peat, dried orange zest and hints of oak, all of with carry over to the taste perfectly. Once it hits the mouth sweet earthy peat and smokiness are balanced perfectly with a citrus layer. The finish is long, allowing the smokiness to dissipate and the spice and fruit notes to linger. Overall a very nice blend with great complexity, a perfect alternative or addition to any scotch lovers collection.

In the past couple of years there has been an explosion of flavored vodka to hit the market. They are usually true to the flavor or have an artificial taste, and we have seen bacon to all types of cakes, fruit punch and cotton candy flavors and everything in between. This vodka falls into true to the flavor category for a great price. Everything from the smell to the taste screams red hots candy. A perfect balance of spice and cinnamon in each sip making for a smooth drinking experience. This vodka would be an easy drink on the rocks during a winter night around a fire, or blended with other classics to create a new signature holiday drink.

This is a powerhouse wine for the money, delivering structure, flavor, and style. Starting with a dark rich nose of blackberry jam and cocoa powder, that floats out of the bottle as soon as you pull the cork. The flavors are out of this world, starting with ripe juicy blue and black berries, hints of white pepper, and chocolate covered cherry richness. The finish allows some vanilla cream and oak to blend with the dark red fruit flavors. It would pair perfectly with sliced skillet steak, rib eyes or even hamburgers. This is a terrific wine for a wonderful price, I can remember this wine selling for over $25 years back, and it is nice to see that it is at the price point now that everyone can drink like a king without paying the price.

The Liberated line of wines from Carmel road are fermented in stainless steel, seeing no oak, which gives the wine a cleaner fruit forward feel. This is also important for people who do not like oak or buttery flavors in their chardonnay or have allergies to oak in wine. starting with layers of bright citrus and apples that flow perfectly into perfectly balanced treasure of fruit and acidity in each sip. The fruit notes are complimented with a subtle floral aroma and a layer of minerality that provides a perfect structure. A great wine for people that want to taste what chardonnay is like without any oak influence for a reasonable price. Pairs perfectly with seafood for Caribbean foods.

There are allot of flavored vodkas on the market and it is always fun to try the new ones and mix them together for exciting drinks, and this one was terrific. From the name you can guess what the flavor is, but it has a terrific depth and smoothness that makes it perfect for sipping while enjoying dessert. The aromas were butterscotch with a creamy note, that flowed into the mouth where, you can guess the main flavor was, peanut butter. But in addition to the obvious there was a subtle chocolate and coffee note. It is smooth and sweet, making for a very dangerous combination that can sneak up on you quickly. Terrific chilled on the rocks, or with a chocolate liquor for a pent butter cup cocktail or with grape vodka in a martini glass for a PB and J martini. Right now it is only being sold in South Carolina and makes a great gift for out of town visitors.