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Duluth - Niko's Fine Wine Tasting- Thursday Oct. 8th / 6pm-8pm / Tasting Fee - $10

Niko’s Fine Italian Wine Tasting

10% disc. on Tasting wine purchase

Oct 8th at 6pm-8pm

Tasting Fee $10 Non-Member

Free to Premium Member+1

Free to Regular Member ONLY

Wines we will taste …..

Guesswork by Educated Guess Napa Valley Cabernet

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Guesswork by Educated Guess Cabernet Sauvignon is a rich, fruit-forward Napa County red wine with ripe dark-fruit character, smooth texture, and an approachable full-bodied style. The 2023 blend is led by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Petite Sirah.

Fruit-driven, creamy and mellow, showing cassis, baked cherry and floral notes with ripe dark-fruit character and a smooth finish.

“Full-bodied and chewy with juicy fruit underneath.” — James Suckling, 90 Points

Iconoclast Santa Barbara Pinot Noir

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Indulge in the exquisite taste of this 2023 Pinot Noir from Santa Barbara, created exclusively for the prestigious Four Seasons hotels by the renowned makers of Chimney Rock. With its velvety texture and balanced acidity, this Pinot Noir offers vibrant flavors of cherry, raspberry, and delicate hints of baking spice. Perfect for all occasions, it pairs perfectly with roasted meats, earthy dishes, or a cozy night in. A must-have for any wine connoisseur's collection.

Childress Vineyards Barrel Select Devils Tribute

Aged in seasoned whiskey barrels.

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Varietal Blend: Crafted primarily from Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 15.9%

LIMITED EDITION - once available only to Fast Track Wine Club members; it's now availabled to the public while supplies and special offers last.

Flavor Profile: Velvety smooth cherry and charred oak with warm clove and bourbon-like notes.

WINEMAKER’S TASTING NOTES
An enticing red blend aged in seasoned whiskey barrels. Velvety smooth cherry and charred oak mingle with clove aromas for a unique wine experience.

FOOD PAIRINGS
Glazed barbecued ribs, charcuterie, or chargrilled vegetables.

St Supery Napa Valley Estate Sauvignon Blanc

A crisp, inviting sauvignon blanc with ripe green lime and pink grapefruit combined with notes of lemon crème and a hint of anise on the palate. The wine presents green and yellow hues with bright aromatics of grapefruit, lime peel, gooseberry, fennel pollen and a touch of caper to create a saline vibrancy. Beautifully balanced with energetic acid structure and a pleasing finish.

Daou Vineyards 'Bodyguard' Chardonnay

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Winemaker's Notes

The Bodyguard Chardonnay embodies the quintessential style of a California chardonnay - ripe fruit, vanilla-laced oak notes and an all around rich and buttery mouthfeel. The warmer climate of California provides a deeper golden color, aromas of vanilla, cinnamon and coconut, and the flavors can range from mango and banana to butter and cream.

The Chardonnay grape truly reflects where it is grown and as such the terroir expresses itself very accurately in the glass. The Bodyguard Chardonnay uses grapes from the famous Santa Barbara appellation that benefits from the proximity of Pacific Ocean. Cold fermentations are performed to maintain the aromatic precursors with a combination of French and American oak to deliver a creamy and buttery mouthfeel.

Boschendal Brut NV

Pale gold in colour with a flourish of delicate bubbles, this MCC carries enticing lemon cream and almond Biscotti preceding lovely layers of citrus with a finish appealing in length and freshness. Maturation on the lees provides a well-rounded, creamy mouthfeel with mouthwatering minerality, good balance and a seamless finish.