White Wine by Matua Valley from Marlborough, New Zealand. A distinctive and vibrant Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc style exhibiting intense ripe citrus and passionfruit characters. The palate is fresh, zingy and vibrant with a hint of residual sugar that…
Matua Valley 2007 Sauvignon Blanc - White Wine

A warm bath and a sip of bubbly! We can’t think of a nicer way to relax and unwind. Nestled in this natural sea sponge “vase”, is everything you’ll need to purify and pamper. Formulated in France and scented with the essence of rose and citrus, these delicately fragranced products do wonders to refresh and revitalize. A light and silky hand cream in a handy flip-top tube; liquid hand/body soap made with pure vegetable oil and natural glycerin; an oversized bar of extra pure soap made in the tradition of Marseille, and a handy travel sized soap, for on-the-go. And, last but not least, a miniature, pink citrus candle sets the mood.

As you relax, try a refreshing glass of beautifully pink, sparkling rose wine. Infused with flavors of small red berries and delicious from start to finish, we invite you to enjoy a peaceful moment.

This gift contains:

• BB Cap Rose Extra Dry Sparkling Wine Split (187 ml)
• Savon Extra Pur Rose Liquid Soap (6.8 oz)
• Extra Pur Rose Hand Cream (3.4 oz)
• Savon Extra Pur Rose Travel Soap (.8 oz)
• Savon Extra Pur Rose Large Soap (8.8 oz)
• Pink Citrus Candle

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Have you ever tried a boxed wine.  This is a wine that is package in a bag with a protective box that holds the bag.  The bag is often aluminum and the box is typical corrugated cardboard.  At first glance some people will discount this as a “cheap wine”  However this packaging is arguably better than other means.

With box wines you get a safer transport mode.  It also preserves the wine better and keeps oxygen out which maintains a better flavor over time.  There is no cork taint or spoilage to worry about. 

Of course there are disadvantages to consider.  The hermetically sealed bag creates a situation where shelf life is much shorter than bottle wine after it has been opened.  Many connoisseurs say that the wine is not authentically aged to taste.
Just as there are advantages to the box wine however there are disadvantages as well, such as the fact that the bag used in this method is not hermetically sealed, and so because of this it has an unopened shelf life that is much shorter than most other types of wines. The box wines are also labeled by many wine connoisseurs as being ‘cheap’ wines, as they claim that the wine simply does not have the authentically aged taste and depth that other wines do.

In any event boxed wines are readily available and are gaining in popularity.

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Committed to crafting exceptional wines sourced from Sonoma’s finest vineyards, Matanzas Creek represent the best this valley has to offer. The Sauvignon Blanc features a bright citrus bouquet of Meyer lemon and pink grapefruit, while the Merlot begins with black fruit and cherry and ends with a slight hint of espresso roast. Aged in oak for 18 months, the Cabernet Sauvignon is full of complex but youthful flavors of violets and berries. Enjoy them all with this picnic basket full of tempting treats.

Wine Gift Basket - Matanzas Creek Trio Picnic Basket

This is a straightforward wine that is instantly enjoyable with an intensely floral and fruity nose of luscious tropical fruit aromas. On the palate, this wine combines passion fruit, pineapple, and zesty citrus notes with a lingering, vibrant, cool finish. Verdelhos are very food friendly complement.

Verdelho is a native of the island of Madeira where it is used to make fortified wines. However, Australian producers have found that this grape is capable of producing appealing wines that are a great alternative to the ubiquitous Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. Peel’s Verdelho vines range from 10 to 20 years old and produce powerful and flavorful wines that are refreshing on their own and pair well with a variety of foods.

Peel Estate is one of Western Australia’s most prestigious wineries. Founded by the genial Will Nairn in 1974.

Peel Estate Verdelho 2005

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