Dec 2013 Issue - the Aberdeen Boat Club

ABC-Recommended Sparkling Holiday WinesAlso available at the Waglan BarWinesAntonini Ceresa Antesa, Sparkling Wine, Veneto, Italy $97A straw-coloured wine with greenish reflections flaunting an ethereal, fine and persistentbouquet with a sense of yeast. The taste is dry, delicate, and acidic, all in generous harmony.Re Versanti, Sparkling Prosecco, Italy $121A zesty Italian classic offering crisp acidity and silky softness in a palate-pleasing combination.Fresh and appealing aromas consist of apples, almonds, acacia honey and wisteria blossoms.Antonini Ceresa, Prosecco, Veneto Italy $133A brightly coloured straw-yellow wine with an intense fruity bouquet. It has a very fresh andfruity taste, making it very inviting.Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel 2010, Stellenbosch, South Africa $144Delightful golden-yellow colour. The yeast releases toasty-warm bread flavours with a touchof oak nuttiness. The elegant citrus aromas of chardonnay are followed by a surprising freshnesson the palate.Simonsig Kaapse Vonkel Brut Rose 2011, Stellenbosch, South Africa $144A delightful bright, rosy salmon-pink colour that contrasts with strings of white pearly bubbles.Flavours of strawberries and raspberries dance on the palate.Bonnaire Tradition NV, Cramant, France $350A very well-balanced Champagne with fruity and spicy notes from the dominance of pinots,as well as a fine freshness and finesse from the chardonnay.Michel Arnould & Fils Tradition, Verzenay, France $376The nose is fruity (pinot noir and blackberry) leading to a full-bodied wine. The light and vividmouth increases once opened. It keeps its nice structureCharles De Cazanove Tradition Cuvee Premier Cru, Reims, France $396A golden-yellow colour with a fine string of bubbles that evolve harmoniously around thesides of the glass. The aromas are subtle, floral and fruity. This delicate, respectful wineremains elegantly light and exotic and delightfully balanced.Paul Bara Brut Reserve, Bouzy, France $462Its seductive aromas of ripe flesh fruit, dominated by yellow peaches and Mirabelle plum andby its notes of spices and honey, are punctuated by a hint of candied fruit evoking bergamotand orange peel.Claude Cazals Carte d’Or Champagne, Le Mesnil Sur Ogen, France $399The nose has lovely wet stone and floral nuances typical of Le Mesnil. The mouth has slightlylemony citrus flavours, accentuating the feeling of freshness. The palate is long and unctuous.Bottle $ Quantity TotalRemember to place your order together with your catering.Member’s Name:Membership Number:Signature:Contact Number: Pick-up Date: Pick-up Time:Pick-up from ABC Waglan BarMixed case available. Available till the end of December.Total amount will be charged to Member’s account. Order accepted by mail, fax or in person.Contact the Food & Beverage Department at 2555 6216 or Fax: 2873 2945.Please allow three working days between order and collection. All wines are subject to availability.Please return this form to fax number: 2873 2945 or e-mail to hsp@abclubhk.com