Duke of Bourbon - Rare Wines - Fine Spirits - Personalized Service - David, Judy and Ron Breitstein - 20908 Roscoe Blvd - Canoga Park CA 91304 - Phone:  818/341-1234 or 800/4-FINE-WINE - Fax:  818/341-9232
20908 Roscoe Blvd • Canoga Park CA 91304
Hours: Mon - Sat • 9AM - 6PM
Phone: (818) 341-1234 • Fax: (818) 341-9232
Outside California: (800) 4-FINE-WINE

Duke of Bourbon VINE-LINE


VINE-LINE December 2001

Rare Wines • Fine Spirits • Personalized Service
David, Judy and Ron Breitstein


The Duke of Bourbon is a family-operated retail wine and spirits enterprise established in 1967 in the West San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles, California. Specializing in personalized service, we offer a carefully selected collection of unique and rare California wines as well as a fine selection of French, Italian and other world-class wines. In 1990, the Duke of Bourbon was chosen as one of the top twelve wine shops in America by Wine Spectator's Market Watch Magazine. In addition, excellent articles were published in Market Watch, June 1997, Beverage Retailer, May/June 1998 and Los Angeles Daily News, December 25, 1998.

For additional information about our selection, availability, shipping, etc., please feel free to call us at (818) 341-1234 or outside CA at (800) 4-FINE-WINE.
Orders and shipping instructions can be Emailed to duke@dukeofbourbon.com and we will call or fax to confirm. Please be sure to include your telephone and fax numbers.


MEMBER WINE & SPIRITS GUILD OF AMERICA
FOOD & WINE MAGAZINE "ONE OF TOP WINE SHOPS IN AMERICA"
MARKET WATCH "TOP 12 WINE SHOPS IN AMERICA"
BEVERAGE DYNAMICS "TOP 10 RETAILERS IN AMERICA"



e are making a few changes with this issue of the Vine-Line. For now, it will be published mainly on the Internet. Those of you on our "hard-copy" mailing list will receive post cards from time to time. Those of you on our "e-mail" list will continue to receive all of our information via our weekly e-mails.

We encourage anyone who is new to our web page and has e-mail capability to sign up today. Please click here to do so. Then you will be able to receive the latest information directly from The Duke.

Please check out our new Private Cellar format in this Vine-Line. It now has a Table of Contents and is updated daily.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley Released! Diamond Creek Assorted 6-Pack Jack Daniels Single-Barrel "Duke's 35th Anniversary"
Duke's 35th Anniversary Cuvées Unburied Treasures from "The Duke's" Private Cellar Duckhorn Headquarters
The Duke 2000 Merlot New Private Cellars
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Big Bottle Bonanza

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Silver Oak 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon,
Alexander Valley Released!

he latest release of Silver Oak is, here... and it is great! Don't listen to the so-called "critics" on the 1998 vintage... this wine is drinking even better at this point than the heralded 1997. When you think of Silver Oak... this wine is everything and then some!
List $60.00/btl.
3 or more $57.50/btl. - 6 or more $55.00/btl.





Diamond Creek 2000 Assorted 6-Pack

Get three of America's most highly-regarded wines at a very special "Pre-Sell" price.
List Price $1050.00/6-pk


Duke's Assorted 6pk "Pre-Sell" Price: Please Call
$300 Deposit per 6pk Required - Offer good through August 31, 2002 - October 2002 Release





Jack Daniels Single-Barrel
"Duke's 35th Anniversary"

Don't miss out on this special exclusive bottling in honor of the 35th Anniversary of the Duke of Bourbon. Each bottle has a commemorative neck hanger and is signed by Master Distiller Jimmy Bedford. We even have, right here in the store, the original barrel in which the whiskey was aged. Stop by to check it out!

List $40.00
Sale $36.50


Mention this ad during August 2002 and pay only $32.50/btl.!





The Duke's 35th Anniversary Cuvées!

e are highly honored that four of California's finest wineries have produced extremely special wines to commemorate the 35th Anniversary of the Duke of Bourbon. We began as a small neighborhood store on May 1, 1967, and have developed unique relationships in all aspects of the wine industry that have helped us grow into one of the top fine wine shops in America today. With great pride, we are pleased to introduce the four special wines from Duckhorn Vineyards, Au Bon Climat, Louis M. Martini and Long Vineyards.




List Price $50.00
Special
$44.00
Duckhorn 1999 Merlot,
"Duke's 35th Anniversary Cuvée"

e met with Dan Duckhorn and the talented winemaking team at Duckhorn Vineyards to select this very special Merlot. It was created from grapes grown in the Carneros appellation of southern Napa Valley, which is currently evolving as a top growing area for Merlot. This wine exhibits deep, rich color in the glass with an invitingly open nose. In the mouth, it has wonderful cherry flavors a rich tannin structure and great depth. Like other Duckhorn Merlots, this wine is very friendly and has a magical, unforgettable aftertaste. It drinks sensationally now and will age very well for up to 20 years - a definite must for Merlot and Duckhorn fans.


List Price $30.00
Special
$22.50
Louis M. Martini 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon,
"Duke's 35th Anniversary Cuvée"

hat a wine! What a great price! In February of 2001, we met with Winemaker Michael Martini to help create this special Louis M. Martini 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon.

The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes for this wine were grown on the historic Ghost Pines Vineyard in Chiles Valley, a small appellation within the Napa Valley. For aromatics and structural depth, small amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot were added to the Cabernet Sauvignon. A slightly spicy character was achieved by aging the blend in a mixture of French and American oak. It is deliciously drinkable now and will continue to age gracefully for many years!


List Price $35.00
Special
$29.99
Au Bon Climat 2000 Pinot Noir,
"Duke's 35th Anniversary"

ur superb Pinot Noir was produced by our good friend Jim Clendenen from grapes grown on the Bien Nacido Estate, Blocks 2 and 11. This beautiful Burgundian-style wine is reminiscent of a Chambolle-Musigny or a Morey-St.-Denis. It has incredible fruit in the nose with aromas of berries, cherries and black pepper. A luscious mouthfeel is complemented by a delicious spice component, excellent fruit, great balance, long, rich, full flavors and a never-ending finish! A sure bet for Pinot Noir lovers!


List Price $35.00
Special
$25.00
Long Vineyards 2000 Chardonnay,
"Duke's 35th Anniversary Cuvée"

ob Long, Zelma Long and Sandi Belcher have produced a spectacular Chardonnay from grapes that are both old (35 years) and young (more recent plantings) grown on their charming Pritchard Hill Estate in St. Helena, CA. As with all Long Vineyards Chardonnays, this wine has lovely golden color and alluring aromas of citrus, muscat and melons, which follow through in the flavor. Good acid with hints of vanilla, caramel and oak round out this well-balanced, harmonious beauty. It drinks incredibly well now, but will age for up to i5+ (yes, that figure is correct!) years and get even better! A tantalizing treat!






Unburied Treasures from
"The Duke's" Private Cellar

Some wines are limited.

Araujo 1994Cabernet Sauvignon$199.99
Araujo 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon$199.99
Araujo 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon$199.99
Caymus 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon, Special Selection $175.00
Chateau Montelena 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon, Estate $99.99
Colgin 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon$399.99
Colgin 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon$399.99
Cornerstone 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon, Collage $125.00
Cornerstone 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon, Cornerstone $79.99
Dalla Valle 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon$99.99
Dalla Valle 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon$99.99
Dalla Valle 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon$110.00
Duckhorn 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon $59.50
Duckhorn 1994 Merlot, Three Palms Vineyard $69.50
Dunn 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain - Magnum $199.99
Grace Family 1991 Cabernet Sauvignon $299.99
Jarvis 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve $79.99
Pahlmeyer 1997 Red $99.99
Shafer 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon, Hillside Select$179.99
Shafer 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon, Hillside Select$179.99
Shafer 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon, Hillside Select$179.99
Silver Oak 1991 Alexander Valley$99.99
Silver Oak 1992 Alexander Valley$99.99
Silver Oak 1993 Alexander Valley$99.99
Silver Oak 1993, Napa Valley $120.00
Silver Oak 1995, Napa Valley $125.00



Duckhorn Headquarters

• Duckhorn 1999 Merlot, Napa
List $44.00 - Sale $39.99

• Duckhorn 2000 Sauvignon Blanc
List $21.00 - Sale $19.99

• Duckhorn 1999 Estate Grown Merlot
List $80.00 - Sale $75.00

• Duckhorn 1999 Three Palms Merlot
Special Price $69.99

• Duckhorn 1998 Three Palms Merlot
Special Price $65.00

• Duckhorn 1998 Estate Grown
Cabernet Sauvignon, Monitor Ledge

Special Price $87.50

• Decoy 1999 Migration Red
Special Price $21.99
• Duckhorn 1998 Estate Grown
Cabernet Sauvignon

Special Price $79.99

• Duckhorn 1999 Merlot, Napa
1/2 Bottles

Special Price $23.00

• Duckhorn 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon
List $50.00 - Sale $45.00

• Duckhorn 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon
1/2 Bottles

Special Price $24.99

• Paraduxx 1999
Special Price $39.99

• Goldeneye 1999 Pinot Noir
List $45.00 - Sale $39.99







List Price $16.00
Price
$12.99/bottle
$144.00/case of 12

The Duke 2000 Merlot

e are excited as can be to introduce the first wine under our own new label...The Duke! The debut offering is a 2000 vintage Merlot produced for us by Jim Clendenen at the Au Bon Climat Winery in Santa Maria, CA. The grapes for this wine come from the Stolpman Vineyard (90%) and the Bien Nacido Vineyard (10%).

We have tried this Merlot many times and we can tell you that it is developing into a very delicious wine at an excellent price. It has great fruit aromas in the nose, a rich mouthfeel with lots of berry and cherry character and a finish that keeps you longing for more. Most satisfying!

We find this Merlot to be as good or better than many we've tried in the $30.00-price range. Our special price is just $12.99 per bottle or just $144.00 per case ($12.00 per bottle). This wine will be ideal for your summer barbecues, everyday drinking or to pair with fine food. We are delighted and we think you will be, too!





Big Bottle Bonanza


Au Bon Climat 1997 Chardonnay, Nuits Blanches - MAGNUM                      $ 89.99
Au Bon Climat 1999 Chardonnay, Sanford & Benedict - MAGNUM                    75.00
Au Bon Climat 1999 Hildegarde - MAGNUM                                        80.00
Au Bon Climat 1994 Pinot Noir, "Isabelle" - MAGNUM                           150.00
Au Bon Climat 1996 Pinot Noir, "Isabelle" - MAGNUM                           150.00
Au Bon Climat 1997 Pinot Noir, "Isabelle" - MAGNUM                           150.00
Au Bon Climat 1998 Pinot Noir, "Isabelle" - MAGNUM                           150.00
Au Bon Climat 1999 Pinot Noir, "Isabelle" - MAGNUM                           150.00
Au Bon Climat 1994-1998 Pinot Noir, "Isabelle" - MAGNUM Vertical            1000.00
Au Bon Climat 2000 Pinot Noir Duke's 35th Anniversary Cuvée - MAGNUM          75.00
Cakebread 1999 Chardonnay - MAGNUM                                            84.50
Chaparral 1997 Chardonnay - MAGNUM                                            30.00
Château Canon-La Gaffelière  - MAGNUM                                        199.99
Château Lynch-Bages 1985 - IMPERIAL                                         1500.00
Chateau Montelena 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon, Estate - MAGNUM                   299.99
Chateau Montelena 1994 Chardonnay - MAGNUM                                    79.99
Diamond Creek 1998 C.S., Gravelly Meadow - DOUBLE MAGNUM                     599.99
Diamond Creek 1995 C.S., Volcanic Hill - MAGNUM                              299.99
Diamond Creek 1996 C.S., Volcanic Hill - MAGNUM                              299.99
Diamond Creek 1998 C.S., MAGNUM Set of 3 (1 of each vineyard)               1199.99
Domaine Carneros 1994 Millennium 2000 - IMPERIAL                             399.00
Dominus 1994 - IMPERIAL                                                     1500.00
Dominus 1995 - IMPERIAL                                                     1350.00
Dominus 1996 - IMPERIAL                                                     1300.00
Duckhorn 1999 Merlot, Napa Valley - MAGNUM                                    95.00
Duckhorn 1999 Merlot Duke's 35th Anniversary Cuvée - MAGNUM                  100.00
Duckhorn 1998 Three Palms Merlot - MAGNUM                                    135.00
Duckhorn 2000 Sauvignon Blanc - MAGNUM                                        39.99
Harlan Estate 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon - MAGNUM                               975.00
Ici/La-Bas 1995 Pinot Noir, "Duke's 30th" - MAGNUM                            69.99
Jordan 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon - MAGNUM                                      150.00
Louis M. Martini 2000 C.S. Ghost Pines Vnyrd. Duke's 35th Ann. Cuvée - MAGNUM 49.99
Paraduxx 1999 (from Duckhorn) - MAGNUM                                        89.99
Provenance 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (from Lafite & Chalone) - MAGNUM           79.99
Qupé 1998 Chardonnay, Bien Nacido Reserve - MAGNUM                            49.99
Robert Craig 1998 Affinity - MAGNUM                                          100.00
Rosenthal - The Malibu Estate 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - MAGNUM                69.99
Spottswoode 1992 Cabernet Sauvignon - DOUBLE MAGNUM in wood box              539.99
Trefethen 1993 Cabernet Sauvignon, Reserve - IMPERIAL                        499.99
Warre's 1994 Vintage Port - MAGNUM                                           199.99





How to Order
DUKE OF BOURBON®
20908 Roscoe Blvd. (at DeSoto)
Canoga Park, CA 91304
Phone: 818-341-1234
Outside California: 1-800-4-FINE-WINE
FAX: 818-341-9232
E-Mail: duke@dukeofbourbon.com


Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00A.M. to 7:00P.M.
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expiration date along with delivery instructions (name,
address, phone numbers), a message
for the card, and your address and phone number.

Delivery throughout Los Angeles.
We ship nationwide where permissible.


All major credit cards accepted.





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