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Join us Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 to sample wines from Shanon Ridge. Shannon Ridge includes vineyards overlooking the picturesque Clear Lake, in Lake County California. The landscape includes an ancient volcano, Round Mountain. Its gentle sloping terrain is also cradled by Snow Mountain, and the peaks within the Mendocino National Forest.

Shannon Ridge Wines
Viognier $16.99
Chardonnay $15.49
Wrangler Red $15.59
San Francisco Chronicle Gold Medal Winner
Cabernet Sauvignon $15.49


The first European settlers arrived in the Clear Lake area in the 1850s. Around 1875, the Ogulin family arrived from Slovenia and were among the first to farm these ridges. They bought a 400 acre plot, part of which is now included in our current vineyards. Along with their dreams and few belongings, the Ogulins brought grapevine cuttings, including Muscat and Zinfandel which they planted on the property. Fifteen of those original vines still exist.
      Harold Ogulin is the third generation on the ridge and the keeper of the family history. The original Ogulin home included a wine cellar and crushing area, which was later converted into a full time winery. Harold's father was born here and later moved into a larger three bedroom home, where Harold was born. Over time, the Ogulins established two wineries with adjoining vineyards. The old homesteads still stand and Harold has lovingly preserved some of the old winery tools including a seven-foot tall hand hewn wine press, a hydrometer and a mechanical crusher.

Join us from 4:30 to 7:00pm, on Wednesday to taste these wonderful wines.



Libations is now open on Sunday
11:00am to 6:00pm



·15% off wines poured during tasting hours.
·10% off beer poured during tasting hours.
·10% off spirits poured during tasting hours.
·Need a map to Libations?
·Take a look at the archive of previous in-store tastings.
·Libations offers a coupon.



Libations has a new rewards program!

Each time you spend over $20 (pre-tax) you will receive a discount RIGHT THEN! The discount is based on the amount you spend each time.

If you don't usually spend $20, that's okay; we have a reward to suit you too! Everyone will receive a cash back reward on their anniversary of joining the program, based on what they have spent for the year. You will get store credit to spend however you like!

No one else is offering a rewards program like this. We want to show our appreciation to every customer.


Coupons!

Libations offers you two different coupons--with no expirations dates. Both of these coupons can save you up to 15% off your purchase. Either coupon is a great value, save $3.00 on $20.00 -or $5.00 on $30.00.


Mountain building creates a setting for perfect wine grapes

Orogeny means mountain building episode. These geographic movements have shaped our landscape and waterways and have become an important aspect in global agriculture. When it comes to wine grapes, orogeny plays a very important role.
      Some grapevines are poised on steep mountain terraces, where vineyard managers use harnesses and climbing equipment to tend and harvest the grapes. Some vineyards are rooted in alluvium soil, the rocky debris of a large mountain, now crumbled into a wide scenic fan. It is widely accepted grapes love well drained, rocky soil, with poor tilth, the places where most crops will not grow. Grapevines cling to the sides of cliffs and have deep plunging root systems.
      It is not just the incline and pour soil grapes enjoy when growing on the side of a mountain. Grapes love to be windswept, keeping their berries fungus free. They like the daily extremes in temperatures mountainous regions offer as well. South facing slopes are prime grape growing real estate and you will often find these areas neatly combed with rows of vines.
      There is a science to watering grape vines where the mountains end and the valley begins. Valley floor vineyards experience controlled irrigation, the run-off from the mountains snowy melt. This type of irrigation requires holding back and diverting the run-off rain and snow melt. These reserves of water are then used for drip irrigation, a stingy supply of moisture that barely keeps the vines alive. Forced into a state of preservation, the vines grow better quality fruit. This type of irrigation is used throughout the world, anywhere the mountains allow the growers to capture the water.
      Some mountain ranges create more than just an opportunity to control the amount of moisture a vine enjoys. There are distinct differences in terroir on one side of the mountains than the other. For example, the Cascades show a rainy environment to the west, yet their eastern slope is very dry, a desirable condition for growing grapes.
      Many mountainous growing regions have their own appellation, to call attention to their higher quality. We all know about Napa Valley, but did you know the mountains surrounding this idyllic growing region are all awarded their own designations? Each region is allowed to use the Napa Valley name, yet their mountain designation is considered even more prestigious.
      Examples like this can be found all over the grape growing world. Lake County is another example of mountains growing great wine grapes. High Valley AVA contained within Lake County is a landscape of moutains, valleys, and vistas of Clear Lake. The region also enjoys a number of monolithic alluvial fans.
      Look for craggy, rocky, mountainous regions when shopping for wine. Geology is often the key to drinking better quality wine within your budget. No need to crack the college text books, just look for indications of orogeny on the label.


Case Discounts

Libations Wine & Spirits offers 10% discount on all cases of wine mix or match.   Join us most Wednesdays to sample wine, beer, and spirits in-store, at no charge.  



Every Wednesday from 4:30pm to 7:00pm we pour samples for you. Join us on selected Fridays too.

Upcoming Tasting Events

Wednesday, May 20th, 2009
Shannon Ridge Wines
Viognier $16.99
Chardonnay $15.49
Wrangler Red $15.59
Cabernet Sauvignon $15.49
San Francisco Chronicle Gold Medal Winner


Wednesday, May 27th, 2009
Memorial Week Red White and Rose
Altrea White "The Choir" blend of Roussanne/Viognier $18.99
90 Points Wine Advocate
Cru Vin Dogs Golden Retriever Chardonnay $18.99
Charles & Charles (Charles Smith ) Washington Rose $11.79
Cycles "Gladiator" Syrah $9.99

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009
Summertime, Summertime, Sum-Sum-Summertime Wines
Rias Baixas Nessa Albarino $14.79
Fuente Elvira Verdejo $13.99
90 Points Wine Cellar
New Age White Blend $11.99
Mountain View Cabernet $9.99
and we will be introducing . . .
Sagebrush Blend Merlot/Cab/Syrah/CabFranc $10.99

As always, you will receive a 15% discount on wines, and a 10% discount on beers during all tasting events!

SPECIAL PRICING DURING TASTING HOURS


Wednesday tasting hours are 4:30 to 7:00 pm. Each sample is a one ounce portion to adults 21 and older. Limit four different samples per person.


Libations Wine and Spirits is a full service liquor store serving Aurora, Parker, Centennial, Tallyn's Reach, Saddle Rock, Pride's Crossings, Shenandoah, Park Villas, Inverness, Meadow Hills, Foxfield, Cottonwood, Pleasant Run, Heritage Eagle Bend and Littleton, Colorado area. Libations has a comprehensive wine inventory, award winning beer selections, all of your favorite spirits and few unusual items as well. Whether you are driving from the DTC, (Denver Tech Center), downtown Denver, Parker, Aurora, Castle Rock, Franktown or Inverness, Libations is on your way home. We are located in Southeast Aurora, near Cherry Creek Reservoir, at Arapahoe Crossings. Our staff are knowledgeable about wine, beer, liqueurs, and spirits, and are always eager to serve you. You must be 21 years or older to shop at Libations Wine & Spirits.


Libations Wine & Spirits
Arapahoe & Parker Roads
Northeast corner at Arapahoe Crossings
6554 South Parker Road, Aurora, Colorado 80016
Monday - Saturday, 10am to 10pm
Sunday from 11am to 6pm
Phone: 303-766-0575
info@libationswines.com
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