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Refurbishing an abandoned 1880’s-era winery in 1968, the Trefethen family entered the domestic wine scene when there were fewer than 25 wineries in Napa Valley. Trefethen is known by visitors to the Valley as the first large tract of vineyard visible on the right hand side as they travel north on Route 29. The Oak Knoll district is a rare spot in the Valley; cool enough to produce world-class Chardonnay and warm enough to fully ripen top-notch Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The uniqueness of the growing conditions, combined with the family’s commitment to tradition, result in white wines of finesse and red wines of supremely balanced power.

The wines are 100% estate grown from two vineyards in the Oak Knoll District: Main Ranch on the Valley floor and Hillspring in the foothills of the Mayacamas Range. Ranging from the delicate

and floral Dry Riesling all the way up to the rare flagship Cabernet Sauvignon, HaLo, these wines retain the uniqueness of place they have exhibited since the first vintage in 1973. The winery’s 1976 Chardonnay took top honors at the Gault Millau World Wine Olympics in Paris, putting the young winery on the world map and helping to solidify the burgeoning recognition of Napa Valley as a world-class wine region.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

TREFETHEN Estate Chardonnay 2012 5039512 750 ml $199 $28.99

100% Estate Chardonnay; most lots fermented in barrel and all the wine is aged in oak for 9 months; approximately 20% undergoes malolactic fermentation, so this wine retains great structure and bright acidity for years after release.

Also available: 2012 Dry Riesling; 2011 Merlot; 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon; very limited amounts of Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (2003, 2009, 2010); and 2010 Dragon’s Tooth Malbec. The 2009 vintage of HaLo will be released in the fall; we will receive a handful of 3-packs.

To remind the Connecticut market about the great wines of Trefethen, Slocum & Sons and the winery will provide a special one-month-only price for Trefethen Estate Chardonnay of $199.00 per case, with a minimum bottle of $28.99. Our hope in investing in this special price is to encourage customers to feature this wine for the summer while making tremendous profit. The regular price is $232.00 per case. $28.99 is 50% markup under normal circumstances, so it will pay big dividends to continue pushing this wine after the June price has come and gone. This is your chance to make extra money while shining a spotlight on a winery that has never wavered from its commitment to quality and tradition. Be sure to stock some bottles of Cab and Merlot as well, because consumers know this winery and will buy the wines if they are available to them.

CLASSIC CALIFORNIATrefeThen family Vineyards

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Domaine Jean-Marc Bernhard is located in the town of Katzenthal, right in the heart of the beautiful Alsatian wine country. This quaint little village is tucked away in a little valley surrounded by a sea of vineyards along the Alsatian Wine Route. The winery was bought by the Bernhard family in 1802 with buildings dating back to the 16th century. The cellars have always been devoted to winemaking. The domaine is in possession of 26 acres of vineyards, 10 of which are located in six different Grand Cru sites. They include:

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE SAVINGS

JEAN-MARC BERNHARD Pinot Blanc 2012 910412 750 ml $104 $9.67

JEAN-MARC BERNHARD Pinot Gris 2011 910511 750 ml $128 $11.66

JEAN-MARC BERNHARD Pinot Noir Tradition 2010 910610 750 ml $128 $11.67

JEAN-MARC BERNHARD Riesling Vieilles Vignes 2013 910713 750 ml $128 $11.67

JEAN-MARC BERNHARD Gewurztraminer Vieilles Vignes 2012 910212 750 ml $144 $13

JEAN-MARC BERNHARD Riesling Wineck Schlossberg Grand Cru 2009 911009 750 ml $184 $16.33 ($80)

JEAN-MARC BERNHARD Riesling Vendanges Tardives 2007 910907 500 ml $296 $25.67

JEAN-MARC BERNHARD Riesling Selection de Grains Nobles 2007 910807 500 ml $544 $46.33

Wineck Schlossberg Very steep throughout, high in elevation and protected from the wind, this site is ideal for superbly refined, mineral-laden Riesling.

Mambourg Considered to be the warmest Grand Cru vineyard in Alsace. With its clay-calcareous soil and warm temperature, this vineyard excels in powerful and concentrated Gewürztraminer.

Kaefferkopf The newest Grand Cru in Alsace. With a multitude of various soil-types, this site was not recognized as being homogeneous enough to reach Grand Cru status. However, the Kaefferkopf always consistently produced wines of unfathomable complexity and was finally granted Grand Cru status in 2007. Pinot Gris and Gewurztraminer are the prized varietals from this prestigious vineyard.

Florimont A site comprised of calcareous, conglomerate and marly soils, the relatively flat vineyard is well known for floral scented and delicate Gewürztraminer.

Schlossberg Like the Wineck Schlossberg, this is another treacherously steep vineyard. So steep in fact, that much of this Grand Cru site is terraced. Also like the Wineck Schlossberg, the soil here is granite and high in minerals. Wines from the Schlossberg have tremendous refinement with an underpinning of power. Riesling excels here.

FurstentumThis site has a mixture of soil-types: brown calcareous, small pebbles and bedrock. Due to this, wines from the Furstentum vary from one parcel to another. However, one thing it has in common throughout is its steepness, which provides ideal sunlight throughout the growing season. Whether the wines are delicate or powerful, finesse and complexity can always be found here and Pinot Gris is the preferred varietal.

ViticultureWorking in harmony with nature is the Bernhard credo. The domaine’s philosophy is based on the respect of terroir and soil with as little human intervention as possible. Everything is done to favor the life of the soils, capturing the expression of each unique and individual terroir. Organic farming has been practiced at the estate since 1999.

WinemakingWinemaking is based on the same principle as the nurturing of vines: less is more. Long fermentation with natural yeast, no chemical treatments in the vinification process and as little handling of fruit as possible makes for a cleaner, more intensely flavored wine. The end results from this estate offer wines of brilliance and clarity without any oversaturated character of ripeness and obesity. Grace and elegance are the hallmarks of this superb producer. The art of winemaking is alive and well at Domaine Jean-Marc Bernhard, with wines that are in a class of its own, just as it has been for 9 generations.

Domaine Jean-Marc Bernhard

Slocum Imports Selections

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4-5 DISTILLERY FEATURE: KAVALAN DISTILLERY

6 ALOIS LAGEDER

7 COMING SOON . . . CAPTIVE SPIRITS

8 CAYMUS VINEYARDS

9 NUMANTHIA

10 YPIOCA CACHACA: THE SPIRIT OF BRAZIL

11 EXPLORE SPAIN

12 WHAT THE HECK IS THAT?

13 FIDENCIO

14 WHAT A DEAL!

15 SLOCUM PORTFOLIO TASTING

16 JUNE TOP BUYS

inside this issue

Slocum Imports SelectionsWhen you see the words “Imported by Slocum & Sons,” it’s a guarantee of outstanding quality from the Slocum Imports portfolio. What makes Slocum Imports so special? For the following reasons:

• This is a highly-selective and well-diversified portfolio representing an array of outstanding producers from various wine regions around the world. • The selection process is painstakingly arduous. The purpose is to select a wine estate which represents either the highest quality or best value in its region, sometimes both. • Many of the producers utilize sustainable agriculture, organic and biodynamic farming to reach the purest expression of grape varietal, microclimate and terroir, yielding wines of excellent balance and complexity. • Pricing is well below the competition. Slocum Imports wines are purchased directly from the winery. This eliminates an additional layer of supplier markups which can be as high as 40%. • For all the reasons above, the selections of Slocum Imports and the price/quality opportunities are unparalleled in the market.

Look for this Logo throughout the sLocum & sons newsLetter. this new symboL represents a sLocum imports seLection – a hand-seLected, high-quaLity wine from sLocum imports.

3 Hot Brands that make summer cocktails delicious!

Chopin Vodka, Pavan Liqueur de France, and Mionetto Prosecco are three of the hottest brands in the market – they also happen to combine to make a

delicious sparkling cocktail!

1 oz. chopin potato Vodka

1 oz. paVan Liqueur mionetto prosecco

In a Champagne flute, combine Chopin and Pavan. Top with ice cold Mionetto Prosecco.

Sink a couple of red grapes in the bottom of the flute to garnish.

How easy is tHat??!

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THE KAVALAN STORY:By utilizing Taiwan’s unique natural resources and remarkable technological skills, aiming for the first whisky distillery in Taiwan, Kavalan distillery of King Car Group was founded.

King Car Group, with more than 2000 employees, was established in 1956 and runs businesses in several fields: beverages, food, biotechnology, and aquaculture, among others. It is particularly famous for its RTD coffee, Mr. Brown, which is also available in Europe.

Kavalan group held their initial hopes and would not give up, aiming to establish the solid foundation of the distillery. The effort goes into every drop of new make spirit and every seasoned cask they choose. Coupled with the mastery of the blender, they ensure the silky smoothness and distinctive flavors of Kavalan whisky. The first bottle of Kavalan was released in December 2008 and now it is the best-selling expression. The recipe of classic Kavalan is complex and contains different types of casks--fresh bourbon, fresh sherry and refill casks rendering the spirit a multi-layer of fruity and floral notes.

There is also an incredible visitor center on site that receives more than one million visitors a year! That’s about as much as all the visitors to all the whisky distilleries in Scotland combined! And many of their visitors will have seen more than one distillery…

So, it comes as no surprise that Whisky Magazine has named Kavalan distillery the 2011 World Icons of Whisky, “Whisky Visitor Attraction of the Year.”

UNIQUE WHISKY PRODUCTION:The warmer temperatures in Taiwan mean that spirits made here mature several times faster than those from cooler locales like Britain, Japan or American states like Kentucky. Rather than sitting in a barrel for 8, 12 or 18 years, Kavalan ages for 2 1/2 to 3 years before it is bottled.

Temperatures and humidity in Taiwan cause anywhere from 10 percent to 15 percent of the whisky to evaporate, compared with the 2 percent to 3 percent “angels’ share” allowed for in Scotland. This fact means that concentration happens in a much shorter time.

Therefore, Kavalan whiskies boast fruitier flavor profiles than their western cousins thanks to modifications such as stainless steel fermentation tanks, oil-based fuel instead of peat, and ex-sherry, port and bourbon barrels for aging; all Kavalan whiskies are cask strength, non-chill filtered and natural in color.

Distillery Feature: Kavalan Distillery

WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING? WHAT ARE THE EXPERTS SAYING? Kavalan has been winning whisky lovers the world over. It all started when Kavalan made it into Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2010, awarding the spirit with a Gold Award. But the world really took notice of Kavalan when it beat a trio of Scottish Blends during a blind tasting event organized by The Times at the famous Burns Night in Scotland. Soon after this, Kavalan won a top award at the World Whiskey Awards in London.

“That place gets my pulse racing because of the possibilities of what they’re doing there,” said Jim Murray, the author of Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible.

So, does this mean that the Kavalan whisky is better than some of Scotland’s purest Scotch whiskies? Absolutely not. A Scotch whisky comes from years of tradition, care and craftsmanship. Kavalan is a relatively young whisky. However, it is undoubtedly a great whisky in its own right employing a modern approach with spectacular results.

Kavalan was the earliest tribe to inhabit the area of Yilan, Taiwan, where the distillery is located. Those people were known to represents sincerity, honesty, and the spirit of step-by-step cultivation. The Kavalan distillery aims to continue that tradition of passionate commitment in creating their premium whisky and therefore bears the name of those people.

WHAT DOES KAVALAN MEAN?

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KING CAR CONDUCTOR SINGLE MALT WHISKYKing Car single malt whisky is one of their three latest releases. They like to make the flavor the fullest and most rounded possible. And this time, because they like to retain most of the flavors, the alcoholic strength is raised to 46% (ABV). This is the first expression launched in the name of King Car, which is the name of the Group. The Chairman of the Group, Mr. TT Lee, wanted to have a single malt whisky that would also represent the company and show the kind of diverse, multi-areas of business in which they operate. This King Car single malt (aka Conductor) truly represents the Group with its complex flavors, delicate aromas and multi-layers of background fruitiness!

Nose: A touch of papaya, banana and green apple; pleasantly floral. Palate: Sweet, rich, vanilla, banana, coconut, a slight bitterness to balance.

KAVALAN CLASSIC WHISKYThe first whisky produced by the distillery, Kavalan Single Malt expresses the quality and the character of the brand.

If water is essential to whisky production, it follows that the character of the water used can have a considerable influence on the profile of the spirit. The founder of the Kavalan distillery has spent years searching for the perfect site, with the ideal water supply. He chose Yilan as the site for its abundant supply of cold, spring water flowing through the Snow Mountain. Kavalan, the earliest tribe that inhabited Yilan, represents sincerity, honesty, and the spirit of step-by-step cultivation. Kavalan distillery continues the tradition of passionate commitment to creating premium whisky.

Nose: Clean, elegant, floral (pleasant and refreshing fragrance of the butterfly orchid), fruity and seductive; hints of honey, tropical fruits like mango, pear, vanilla, coconuts and suggestions of chocolate. Palate: A hint of sweet mango juice with that spicy complexity and gentle warmth on a medium, oily and citrus finish.

KAVALAN CONCERTMASTER SINGLE MALT WHISKYConcertmaster, a single malt whisky that stresses the singular character yet does not lose its comprehensive harmony. Using Portuguese ruby, tawny and vintage Port wine casks as the main flavor, combining Kavalan distillery’s Taiwanese whisky features to compose a harmonic symphony. It presents a natural colors without additives and its original flavor with a Port finish that is composed with layers of flavors and fragrances.

The air in Yilan, where Kavalan whisky is distilled, is considered to be pure and fresh in Taiwan. It is the fresh air that gives Kavalan whisky its smooth, creamy and refreshing character. Kavalan Concertmaster single malt whisky is first matured in specially selected American oak casks and then finished in Port barriques. Port, a fortified wine, is traditionally made in the Douro Valley in Portugal. The marrying in the barriques mellows the flavors and adds indefinable smoothness to the whisky. Kavalan Concertmaster single malt whisky was awarded silver medals at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Nose: Tropical fruitiness with honey, vanilla, coconut and cotton candy. Palate: Rich bodied with natural sweetness and complexity.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

KAVALAN Classic Single Malt Whisky 3197 750 ml $772 $65.33

KAVALAN Concertmaster Single Malt Whisky 3198 750 ml $850 $71.83

KAVALAN King Car Conductor Single Malt Whisky 3199 750 ml $1,020 $86

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founded in 1823 and now led by Alois Lageder in the families 5th generation of ownership. These amazing wines come from sustainable, holistic methods of production in both the vineyards and cellars from what may be one of the most amazing landscapes we have ever seen grapes grow; Magre, Alto Adige. Their wines, primarily white, are made partly from grapes that grow in Lageder’s own biodynamic vineyards, as well as grapes purchased from the best micro-climates and only from long-termed contracted growers who follow their criteria of quality and sustainable viticulture. Lageder’s goal is to produce authentic wines while preserving nature for future generations to come. They practice “quality rather than quantity.” The Alto Adige region is ideal for growing exceptional grapes with slopes that range from gentle to extremely steep. It benefits from being situated between the Alps and the Mediterranean allowing for sunny hot days followed by cool nights. This is the best combination for making elegant, well balanced wines. The grapevines sink their roots into soils of the Dolomites which is a mixture of limestone, quartz, porphyry clay and sandstone. The key is to know the right plot for the right grape which one gets to over 191 years of family work. In 1995, Lageder constructed their new winery at the historic Lowengang estate. This sustainable architecture, using organic building materials and renewable energy sources has proven that this way of design is the way of the future.

Due to Slocum & Sons buying directly from the winery, retail pricing on these wines averages 25% lower than the competition.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

LAGEDER Pinot Grigio 2012 1281312 750 ml $121 $14.99

LAGEDER Pinot Bianco 2012 6008612 750 ml $112 $12.99

LAGEDER Chardonnay 2012 1223312 750 ml $121 $11.08

LAGEDER Muller Thurgau 2012 6063412 750 ml $120 $11

LAGEDER Lagrein Rosato 2013 (subject to availability) 6008513 750 ml $136 $12.33

LAGEDER Pinot Bianco Haberle 2011 6038911 750 ml $96 (6 pk) $17.67

LAGEDER “Porer” Pinot Grigio (Biodynamic) 2012 1233812 750 ml $104 (6 pk) $18.33

LAGEDER Moscato Giallo Vogelmaier 2011 1285111 750 ml $105 (6 pk) $18.33

Please visit www.aloislageder.eu for more information.

“Sustainable Winery of the Year”-Gambero Rosso, 2012

“… Alois Lageder has been one of the very first to deal with one of the most central issues of wine production. Alois has tirelessly continued to analyze the complex relationship between man, the grapevine, the cycles of nature and the local community to which his winery belongs. Today he is representing a model for all other producers who are willing to go down this path.” -Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia, 2012

Alto Adige, Italy

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What makes Big Gin different is that it is distilled from 100% corn, which is a bit unusual in the gin world, where a lot of the distillate uses wheat, rye, or barley. Captive Spirits aims for the most neutral flavor profile possible with the corn grain to help showcase the botanicals.

And since this is gin, it’s all about the botanicals, right? And a gin claiming to be a “Big Gin” must pack a punch, right? Well it does. This may be an American-produced gin but it’s proud to be in the style of a London Dry at 94 proof ! Ah, a gin drinker’s gin! Big Gin is produced in small batches, 100 gallons at a time and is infused with 9 botanicals: juniper, coriander, orange peel, grains of paradise,

angelica, cassia, cardamom, orris root, and Tasmanian pepper berry.

Where’d the name come from you ask? The name is in honor of Ben Capdevielle’s father who is known as “Big Jim.”

Ben says, “At Captive Spirits, we are a hard working, modest bunch who are not afraid to have a good time. We are here to make booze and make it well and that’s what you’ll see us doing. With distilling in our blood, and the restaurant industry under our belts, we are proud to create spirits that fully embody what we see as superb and distinctive.”

BEN CAPDEVIELLE Master DistillerComing in as the king pin at Captive Spirits as a third generation distiller, with 10-years experience behind the bar at some of Seattle’s most successful establishments, Ben Capdevielle has a sense of taste only his father could rival. He is a morel hound in the spring and screams “fish-on” all summer. He is the head hard-headed distiller and the brawn behind Captive Spirit Distilling.

Coming soon . . .

BOURBON BARRELED BIG GIN A rare and rounded spirit. Aged 6 months in a once used Kentucky bourbon barrel,

Bourbon Barreled Big Gin reveals rich and robust flavors perfect for mixing or sipping. Aromas range from vanilla-laden grapefruit to faint dill. The flavor boasts softer juniper

and light crème brûlée with subtle spice and complexity.

AVAILABLE IN MID-JUNE

BIG GIN

Big Gin came to fruition during copious test batches—different botanics, techniques and

equipment were tirelessly exploited. After time, they concluded test batch #27 was the old-

world, English dry they had been searching for. With a burnt orange & juniper nose, finishing with a savory spice, Big Gin’s versatile without losing ginner appeal. Big Gin is batch distilled

in their 100-gallon Vendome pot still in a traditional manner. The quality of materials,

skill of distiller, and articulate attention to detail is what creates an exceptional product.

Seattle-based Captive Spirits makes one product and one product alone: gin. Big Gin, actually.

“Created when methods, ingredients, techniques,

proofs & timing all came together to form a

damn tasty gin.”

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

CAPTIVE SPIRITS BIG GIN 3208 750 ml $268 $23.33

CAPTIVE SPIRITS BOURBON BARRELED BIG GIN 3209 750 ml $336 $29

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Launched in the U.S. in late 2013, Carpano Bianco is a colorless sweet vermouth. It is an exquisite Italian vermouth expertly handcrafted in small batches from the finest ingredients. Similar to their “Antica Formula,” the Bianco is also made from the same 30 mountain herbs. However, the base hillside wine is made from extra matured grapes and no caramel or color was added. Little less in alcohol compared to the “Antica Formula,” the Bianco is crisp and complex. Made with a white wine base (using Trebbiano, Chardonnay and Cortese grapes), Carpano Bianco is fortified and then flavored with ginger, cloves, chamomile, hyssop, and what they're calling 'artemisia' (the artemisia genus includes several hundred species including wormwood, sagebrush, and mugwort). On the nose Carpano Bianco has notes of herbs such as sage and fennel backed by fresh citrus, vanilla, baking spice, dried apricot, raisin, date and orange peel. On the palate it displays candied violet, candied ginger, and floral sweetness. It’s rich and velvety with smooth vanilla notes and a subtle tinge of bitterness on the finish. Drink on the rocks like the Italians do as an aperitif, with soda or Prosecco on a hot day, or make a white Manhattan with High West Silver Rye and a dash of orange bitters.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

CARPANO BIANCO VERMOUTH 3168 1 L $103.74 $18.29

The Wagner family has farmed Napa Valley since the 1940’s. After famed winemaker Andre Tchelistcheff told the late Charlie Wagner that his grapes where producing wines of remarkable quality, the family decided to plant their 73-acre property to primarily Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and haven’t looked back since. To this day, the only wine ever named Wine Spectator’s “Wine of the Year” twice has been Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon “Special Selection.” For the past 10 years, both The Wine Advocate and Wine Spectator have awarded 92 points on average to their Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. This 40th Anniversary Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is at a price from another era at $540 per case.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

CAYMUS Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 5021912 750 ml $540 $54.99

40th Anniversary Napa Valley

Cabernet Sauvignon has arrived in Connecticut!

don’t miss out on this coLLector’s edition, pLease contact your

saLesperson today!

“Few wineries in the world can boast such an enviable record of consistent excellence as that of Caymus.”

-Robert Parker

“This wine exemplifies our style of Cabernet out of a great vintage – deep color, rich, concentrated and balanced. 2012 celebrates 40 years of producing our pride and joy, Caymus Vineyards Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.”

-Chuck Wagner

CLEAR, SWEET, FLORAL!

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a picture is worth a thousand words. Numanthia has brought the Toro region global attention and produces remarkable wines from an extreme environment. The winery is named after the 2,000 year old Spanish legend about the town and people of Numanthia who heroically resisted Roman invasion for twenty years, eventually choosing death over surrendering. Toro is one of the few regions in Europe to have resisted Phylloxera for the past 140 years. They officially received their D.O. (Donominacion de Origen) in 1987. The 5,500 hectares planted are shared amongst 1,200 growers which shows a lot of tiny parcel ownerships.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE RATING

NUMANTHIA Termanthia 2010 1738310 750 ml $954 $160 93 pts WS

The influential Spanish wine magazine Sobremesa voted Bodega Numanthia’s 2008 Termanthia #1 in a blind tasting by Spain’s elite winemakers. It beat out some of Spain’s most prized and expensive wines like Vega Sicilia’s Unico and Pingus, which currently sells for about $550 per bottle. According to Wine Spectator, Robert Parker awarded the Termanthia 2004 a perfect 100 points, one of only 9 Spanish wines to receive such an accolade. For your collector, this is one of the greatest wines produced in the world today.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE RATING

NUMANTHIA Numanthia 2009 1737109 750 ml $260 (6 pk) $44.33 94 pts WS

“Alluring floral and spicy aromas give way to ripe cherry and roasted espresso flavors in this sleek, modern red.” -Wine Spectator Numanthia comes from 60-100 year old vines and is matured for 21 months in new French oak.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

NUMANTHIA Termes 2011 1738211 750 ml $99 (6 pk) $17.50

June is the month to grab this terrific wine. Although not yet rated, Termes has a great track record. Both Wine Spectator & The Wine Advocate have awarded this wine 92 points on average over the past 10 years. Wine Spectator ranked Termes #2 in the Top 100 in 2009.

The Wines:

The Grape:Toro wines are made from the grape Tinta de Toro, specific to Toro. This grape is from the Tempranillo family but differs as the berries are very small with high skin to juice ratio, producing wines with extremely deep color and rich tannins.

The Vineyards:Almost half their vineyards range from 70-100 years of age along with a very special 4.8 hectare lot that was planted over 120 years ago. The old bush vines are planted 9 feet apart, head pruned and dry farmed. This low density is crucial to survive in a non-irrigated environment. Toro only receives 6-8 inches of rainfall annually. Thermol variations here can vary as much as 68 degrees from hot daytime to cool nighttime temperatures. The roots work their way up to 20 feet in order to find the necessary moisture and nutrition (retained by the clay) needed to survive.

The Soil:The soils have been the key to survival here. The sandy, gravelly surface has resisted Phylloxera for 140 years. The terroir found here produces world class wines. Vines growing in soils containing higher clay content will have greater fruit intensity while vines growing in gravelly/sandy soils provide the body and structure to support these intense wines.

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braziL’s Largest estate producer of premium aged cachaça

made excLusiVeLy from the first crush of sugar cane.

Ypióca [eee-pee-OH-kah] is a name that has become synonymous with cachaça [kah-SHAH-sah] in Brazil, and has attained a prestigious standing for producing superior cachaça within the most demanding beverage markets worldwide. Ypióca chooses varieties of cane to complement various types of soil, which is tilled with an eye toward soil preservation rather than maximum yield. Established in 1846, Ypióca’s time-honored traditions and

the know-how underlying fermentation and aging have culminated in an exclusive selection of cachaça showing unmistakable flavor and distinction as a fine spirit. The age of Ypióca cachaça is one of the important differentials of the brand. The aging process was implanted under the third generation of management of the company and involves storing the spirit in balsam barrels for up to six years. The cachaça is kept for this period to allow a marrying of oak and spirit that is the hallmark of Ypióca. The strategy for success is strangely no secret at Ypióca. Quality and know-how as well as forward thinking and modern technology make it a top-selling brand with one of the highest turnovers in the industry.

THE CAIPIRINHA Fun to make, easy to drink, hard to prounounce! Let’s try it together: Kai-Pee-Reen-Ya. Got it? Now let’s make one! The Caipirinha is Brazil’s national cocktail, and is basically just a rustic form of the Daiquiri: Ypióca Cachaça, muddled limes, and sugar – that’s it!

2 oz. ypióca crystaL cachaça

½ Lime, quartered

2 teaspoons sugar, preferabLy

raw or turbinado

In a rocks glass, combine the lime wedges and sugar, and muddle together well to extract the pulp, juice, and oils from the peel. Fill the glass with crushed ice, then stir in the Ypióca Cachaça, and enjoy!

ypióCa CrysTal

Aged one year in special Brazilian Freijó wood

barrels. A fruity nose and soft, full bodied palate

make Ypióca Crystal the must-use for the legendary

Caipirinha cocktail, the National Drink of Brazil

and of the 2014 FIFA World Cup!

ypióCa ouro (gold)91 POINTS Wine EnthusiastGOLD WSWA

Distilled from select sugar cane varietals and aged two years in unique Balsam wood barrels. Toasted nuts, cedar, honey and dried fruit aromas. A round, supple entry leads to a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body of sweet vanilla bean, pipe tobacco, raisins, and spice flavors. Finishes with a long, sweet mineral and tobacco fade.

BEYOND THE CAPIRINHA

As much as we love drinking a fresh, cold Caipirinha, Cachaça is a very versatile spirit that doesn’t need to stay pigeonholed into one cocktail only. Try it is an earthier, funkier alternative to a sweeter rum in drinks like a Dark and Stormy (Ypióca Ouro plays very well with ginger!) Or experiment with your own creations –try mixing with sweeter aperitifs like Cocchi Americano, grapefruit juice, Pavan Liqueur – the possibilities are endless!

#1 SELLING Premium CaChaça in Brazil

YPIÓCA CACHAÇA: The spiriT of Brazil

Jorge ordonez has been a Leading figure in sourcing our favorite Spanish wines over the past 27 years. He is the reference point for some of the greatest Spanish wines that are brought in to the U.S. In fact, Jorge Ordonez was the first to bring us grapes such as Albarino, Hondarribi Zuria (Txacoli), Godello along with Monastrell, as well as being the first to bring us wines from the regions of Borja and Jumilla. Robert Parker has named Jorge “Wine Personality of the Year” twice! Of course, none of this just happens by accident. Jorge is a perfectionist. He has been instrumental in convincing farmers to reduce their yields for better quality, and to purchase the best barrels and state-of-the-art equipment, which is crucial to compete in the new global wine world. Jorge independently tests all his cork batches before bottling which results in miniscule amounts of “corked” wine. All Jorge Ordonez wines imported by Slocum & Sons are shipped in temperature-controlled containers with thermo recorders (takes a picture of the temperature every 2 hours) to ensure the best for your customers. Check out these fantastic reviews of Jorge Ordonez’s wines from 13 different appellations of Spain, all at different price levels. We highly recommend broadening your geographic selections from this great country.

-Robert Parker Uncensored and Live, Wine Advocate November 2013

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DESCRIPTION LOCATION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE RATING

ALTO MONCAYO Veraton 2011(Garnacha) Borja 1725111 750 ml $224 $19.67 92 pts

AVANTHIA Cuvee Mosteiro 2010 (Mencia) Valdeorras 1756210 750 ml $192 $17 90 pts

BORSAO Tinto 2012 (Garnacha) Borja 1709812 750 ml $64 $7.99 89 pts

BORSAO Tres Picos 2012 (Garnacha) Borja 1708312 750 ml $128 $14.99 92 pts

CAVA LLOPART Brut Reserva 2010 Penedes 1811610 750 ml $160 $14.33 90 pts

BODEGAS CONVENTO DE LAS CLARAS 2012 Ribera del Duero 1756612 750 ml $144 $13 90 pts

EGUREN PROTOCOLO Red (Tempranillo) Tierra de Castilla 1709103 750 ml $56 $6.99 87 pts

FINCA SANDOVAL Signo Bobal 2010 Manchuela 1756110 750 ml $84 (6 pk) $15.66 90 pts

MUGA Reserva 2009 Rioja 1713309 750 ml $200 $17.16 91 pts

NEKEAS Vega Sindoa Chardonnay 2013 Navarra 1738413 750 ml $112 $13.99 87 pts

BODEGAS ZERRAN 2012 (blend) Montsant 1754312 750 ml $128 $14.99 90 pts

JORGE ORDONEZ Botani 2012 (Dry Muscatel) Malaga 1725512 750 ml $128 $11.66 90 pts

JORGE ORDONEZ Seleccion Especial Muscat (Dessert Wine) Malaga 1725212 375 ml $76 (6 pk) $13.67 95 pts

TESO LA MONJA Almirez 2011 (Tinta De Toro) Toro 1758311 750 ml $208 $18.33 94 pts

VOLVER Tempranillo 2011 La Mancha 1733811 750 ml $120 $14.99 91 pts

TARIMA HILL Monastrell 2011 Alicante 1751211 750 ml $120 $14.99 91 pts

EXPLORE SPAIN

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VeLVet faLernum is a longtime staple item of resorts and bars in Barbados, and today for its use in Tropical, Tiki and Caribbean drinks such as the Rum Swizzle, Mai Tai, Zombie, Royal Bermuda Yacht Club and the Corn n’ Oil. It is made from an infusion of spices and lime juice into sugar cane syrup and Barbados Rum. John D. Taylor’s Falernum is considered by many as the original Falernum, and today it is produced by famed rum distiller, R.L. Seale Ltd. Taylor’s Velvet Falernum was first created by John D. Taylor of Bridgetown in 1890. Velvet Falernum has limitless possibilities in mixology. This unique liqueur, displaying flavors of lime, almond, vanilla, ginger, and clove, is an essential component in authentic Caribbean cocktails.

THE WHAT THE HECK IS THAT? SPOTLIGHTWhere the weird stuff gets explained!

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

JOHN D. TAYLOR’S VELVET FALERNUM 2791 750 ml $144 $13

“ScoreS of applicationS in cocktailS” - The Wine Enthusiast

Sam Jasper Portfolio By Delicato Family Vineyards

Slocum & Sons is proud to welcome Fog Head, the latest edition to Sam Jasper’s wonderful portfolio which includes First Press (Napa Valley), Sonoma Hills and La Merika (Monterey/Central Coast), along with Frusion’s fruit-infused wines. These wines offer fantastic quality to price ratios from some of California’s greatest wine growing regions, at everyday prices with great profit margins built in, too! We urge you to try these wines as they have been a proven success in Connecticut.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

FOG HEAD Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Cabernet, Merlot & Red Blend Types Listed 750 ml $67 $7.99

FIRST PRESS Napa Valley Cabernet 2011 5146111 750 ml $144 $17.99

FIRST PRESS Napa Valley Chardonnay 2012 5146012 750 ml $104 $12.99

SONOMA HILLS Chardonnay Russian River 2011 5145911 750 ml $136 $13.99

SONOMA HILLS Pinot Noir Russian River 2012 5158712 750 ml $160 $18.99

SONOMA HILLS Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 2011 5158811 750 ml $160 $18.99

LA MERIKA Chardonnay (Central Coast) & Pinot Grigio (Monterey) Types Listed 750 ml $80 $9.99

LA MERIKA Pinot Noir & Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast) Types Listed 750 ml $104 $12.99

FRUSION (Fruit Infused Wines) Juicy Orange, Crisp Pear & Fresh Peach Types Listed 750 ml $67 $7.99

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fidencio spirits founders, Amy Hardy and Arik Torren, met ten years ago tending the bar of one of NYC’s great restaurants. They shared a passion for wine and food and became fast friends. A few years later, Amy was traveling through Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, and came across Villas Carrizalillo, a beachside hotel that was in disrepair. Since then Amy and her partner, Edward Mitchell, have transformed “The Villas” into one of the finest hotels on the Oaxacan Coast.

During the summer of 2007, Amy and Arik took a trip to Oaxaca City to taste and learn more about

mezcal. During this incredible experience, they were bitten by the mezcal bug. Through friends of Amy, they had the good fortune to be introduced to Enrique Jimenez who was building a new distillery. Enrique is the son of Fidencio Jiménez, the namesake for Fidencio Mezcal, who started making mezcal over 100 years ago when he moved to Santiago Matatlán, Oaxaca.

Amy and Arik knew that this was the right fit and decided to pursue a partnership with Enrique before the first drop of Fidencio was made. So, with a hunch and a handshake, Fidencio Spirits was born.

Enrique, always the innovator, dreamed of a mezcal that was the purest expression of Espadín. Back in 2006, Enrique branched out on his own and began construction of a new distillery and a dream. This new distillery was designed from top to bottom by Enrique and incorporates all the features found in traditional mezcal palenques, all except for one, the radiant heat oven. This oven is the first of its kind in Oaxaca and is the defining force behind the creation of Fidencio Mezcal.

Mezcal differs from tequila in several ways, but most notably two ways. It is produced on Mexico’s eastern coast in Oaxaca and is made from a variety of agave called Espadín.

The split agave Espadín piñas for the Fidencio Sin Humo are placed in a Radiant Heat Oven (as opposed to the traditional open, in ground, pit roasting) and roasted for three days. Enrique designed and built this unique oven to produce a mezcal that is a pure expression of Espadín, without the influence of smoke that is typically found in other mezcals produced in the traditional method. Sin Humo is also fermented without the agave fibers. This gives Fidencio a lighter and more delicate mezcal. Sin Humo is distilled in a custom, wood fired, Alembic pot still. There are additional chambers in this still that recirculates the mezcal. This gently softens the intensity and is another contributor to the elegance of the mezcal. It is distilled twice, the minimum allowed for export. Well water is then added to finish the spirit which is bottled at 40% ABV.

The agave for the Clásico and Pechuga are roasted in the traditional method. The oven is a stone lined, earthen pit. A fire of Encino, the local black oak, is lit in the pit, which heats up the stones. When the fire goes out and the stones are hot, the agave is piled in the pit and buried. After three days the smoky maguey (roasted agave piñas) is ready for distillation.

Fidencio Clásico is distilled twice in a traditional, wood fired, simple Alembic still. This still is very similar to the stills used in Cognac. After the second distillation a touch of water is added, and it is bottled at 44% ABV.

Fidencio Pechuga starts as Clasico but then gets put back in the still for a third distillation. From here the distillation process for Pechuga is quite different from the other mezcals. Along with the mezcal returning to the still for a third run they add a traditional mixture of fruit: quince, apples, bananas, pineapple and guava. The really unique part is the whole chicken breast that goes in the still too. The breast is skinned and washed to remove all the fat and it is hung from the cap of the still. It is believed by the Oaxacan people that the chicken breast softens the intensity of the spirit and rounds out the flavor of the mezcal. Pechuga is cut with the same well water and bottled at 45% ABV.

The Fidencio Madrecuixe is a whole different animal. Made from 100% Agave Madrecuixe which is a wild mountain agave with a very low yield. These agave are not cultivated and grow only in the Oaxacan mountains. They are harvested by hand and walked down the mountain on mule back. The piñas are harvested after 12-15 years then roasted in the traditional method for 5 days to highly concentrate the sugars and rested for two weeks before being crushed then distilled two times. The Madrecuixe is bottled at 49% ABV.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

FIDENCIO JOVEN SIN HUMO 1917 750 ml $328 $28.33

FIDENCIO CLASICO 1918 750 ml $328 $28.33

FIDENCIO PECHUGA 1919 750 ml $740 $62.67

FIDENCIO MADRECUIXE 1920 750 ml $980 $82.67

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estabLished by henry Lindeman in 1843, an English doctor who graduated from St. Bartholomew’s Hospital Medical College and set voyage with his wife to start their new life on the other side of the world in Australia. He planted the first vines in Hunter Valley and soon began

selling wine locally. As word grew of his great wines so, too, did the demand. Lindeman started to explore the best areas to source grapes from. This allowed Dr. Lindeman

to practice cross-regional sourcing which would ensure high-quality wines, consistently. These regions included Hunter Valley, Barossa Valley, Coonawarra, Pathaway and Clare Valley. Today, Lindeman’s has a rich history of crafting quality wines for everyday enjoyment. Little could Henry have imagined that 171 years later his winery would be selling 8.5 million cases globally, and would be known as one of the world’s oldest, largest and most respected wine brands. They have received over 30 Wine Spectator “Best Buy/Best Values” making them the most highly decorated wine in its category.

DESCRIPTION ITEM # SIZE CASE BOTTLE

LINDEMANS Moscato Bin 90 19662 1.5 L $48 $9.99

LINDEMANS Chardonnay Bin 65 1915504 1.5 L $48 $9.99

LINDEMANS Cabernet Sauvignon Bin 45 19013 1.5 L $48 $9.99

LINDEMANS Shiraz Bin 50 1918604 1.5 L $48 $9.99

LINDEMANS Merlot Bin 40 1901204 1.5 L $48 $9.99

LINDEMANS Pinot Grigio Bin 85 19626 1.5 L $48 $9.99

LINDEMANS Chardonnay-Riesling Bin 70 19759 1.5 L $48 $9.99

LINDEMANS Cabernet-Merlot Bin 80 19757 1.5 L $48 $9.99

LINDEMANS Shiraz-Cabernet Bin 55 19761 1.5 L $48 $9.99

RECENT PRESS FROM THEBEST VALUE

Merlot Bin 40

“Polished, with ripe currant and floral flavors on a fleece-textured frame, lingering gently on the finish.”

BEST VALUE

Sauvignon Blanc Bin 95

“This white is fresh and juicy, like biting into a raw peach sprinkled with lime. Lingers easily.”

DAILY WINE PICK UNDER $15

Chardonnay Bin 65

“Light and polished, with pretty pear and floral flavors, finishing with a hint of toast.”

86 POINTS

Shiraz Bin 50

“There’s a floral cast to the berry and root beer flavors in this light red.”

85 POINTS

Pinot Grigio Bin 85

“Light and crisp, this offers refreshing pear and grapefruit flavors that dance delicately.”

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Dear Madam, Dear Sir,

It is with great pleasure that we are introducing our new Sancerre label called “Les Baronnes” which is replacing “Les Bonnes Bouches” in the United States, starting with the 2013 vintage. It is exactly the same wine, only the name changes!

30 years ago we developed distinctive labels for different importers around the world. Since then, depending on the market, we have had two different labels in circulation, even though the wine in the bottle was exactly the same. Recently we decided to simplify this by transitioning to just one label throughout the world (outside Asia). It is a great way to cut down on paperwork and at the same time to avoid packaging errors that sometimes can happen!

The design and colors of the Les Baronnes label are very similar to Les Bonnes Bouches so there is very little difference visually. We hope you will enjoy our Les Baronnes Sancerre!

Warmest regards,Arnaud Bourgeois

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JUNE TOP BUYS

TOP WINE PICKS Item # Case Bottle Case Savings

ACACIA Carneros Chardonnay 2012 & Pinot Noir 2012 750ml Types Listed $174 $15.50 ($65)

CARMENET Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet & Merlot 750ml Types Listed $69 $8.99 ($15)

CHALONE Monterey Cabernet, Chardonnay & Merlot 750ml Types Listed $88 $9.99 ($31)

CHALONE Monterey Pinot Noir 2012 750ml 5066904 $113 $12.99 ($42)

CLINE Cashmere, Ancient Vine Zinfandel & Mourvedre 750ml Types Listed $120 $14.99 ($25)

DECOY Sauvignon Blanc & Chardonnay 750ml HUGE PROFIT AT MIN (41%) Types Listed $120 $16.99 ($64)

FERRARI-CARANO Fume Blanc 750ml 224513 $120 $13.99 ($24)

GRAYSON CELLARS Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot & Pinot Noir 750ml Types Listed $88 $9.99 ($8)

HESS Select Cabernet 750ml 5030204 $128 $14.99 ($24)

LA MERIKA Chardonnay & Pinot Grigio 750ml Types Listed $80 $9.99 ($16)

LA MERIKA Pinot & Cabernet 750ml Types Listed $104 $12.99 ($16)

LINE 39 Cabernet, Chardonnay, Petite Syrah, Pinot Noir & Sauvignon Blanc 750 ml Types Listed $84 $9.99 ($12)

MEIOMI Pinot Noir 750ml NOW AVAILABLE IN CHARDONNAY 5143712 $160 $19.99 ($81)

MER SOLEIL Chardonnay Reserve 750ml 5016012 $256 $27.99 ($65)

MER SOLEIL Chardonnay Silver Ceramic Bottle 750ml 5085212 $160 $19.99 ($129)

MIONETTO “il” Prosecco, Lambrusco & Moscato 750ml Types Listed $88 $9.99 ($23)

NEWTON Red Label Cabernet, Chardonnay & Claret 750ml Types Listed $216 $24.99 ($18)

RED TREE Cabernet, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Pinot Grigio 750 ml Types Listed $68 $8.99 ($20)

RIFF Pinot Grigio 750ml 1263613 $80 $9.99 ($16)

ROSEMOUNT Chardonnay 1.5 L 19131 $67.44 $15.99 ($12.48)

ROSEMOUNT Shiraz 1.5 L 1917603 $76.44 $16.99 ($18)

SEA RIDGE Chardonnay & Cabernet 1.5 L Types Listed $40 $8.99 ($17.50)

SEGURA VIUDAS Brut N/V & Rose N/V 750ml Types Listed $80 $9.99 ($16)

SWEET BLISS Red, White & Rose 750ml Types Listed $83.82 $8.99 ($25.18)

PENFOLDS Thomas Hyland Chardonnay 750ml 1922103 $89 $10.99 ($15)

PENFOLDS Thomas Hyland Shiraz & Cabernet 750ml Types Listed $105 $12.99 ($15)

TORRES SALMOS Priorat 750ml 1760711 $144 (6pk) $26.99 ($24)

TOP SPIRITS PICKS Item # Case Bottle Case Savings

LADY BLIGH Spiced Rum 1.75 L 1334 $99 $20.99 ($13)

LUNAZUL Tequila Blanco & Resposado 1.75 L Types Listed $176.46 $40.99 ($35)

RHUM CLEMENT 10 Yr Grande Reserve 750ml 3146 $633.48 $52.99 ($54.52)

RHUM CLEMENT 6 Yr Grande Reserve 750ml 3145 $501.48 $41.99 ($38.52)

UV VODKA 750ml All Types $106 $11.99 ($12)

UV VODKA 50ml All Types $79.20 (120 pk)

$6.90 Sleeve

($19.80)

VESICA Potato Vodka 750ml 1895 $108 $10 ($12)