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From: Christopher's Wine Warehouse  
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Sent: Monday, November 26, 2001 1:25 PM
Subject: The most popular wines from recent samplers together in one  case, schedule, another limited Italian
Good afternoon wine lovers,
Over the past three weeks, I  have been monitoring the feedback from those of you who have purchased the  weekly sampler cases.  And it appears that we have found some  winners.  While all the wines have been well-received, the ones below have  gained a serious following in just three short weeks.  To  give the rest of you a chance to see what all the buzz is about, and to help the  regulars re-stock their wine racks after the Thanksgiving feast, I have put  together our most recent sampler.  As always, it comes with a special  price, too.

THE BEST FROM RECENT SAMPLER CASES,  TOGETHER AT LAST (2 BTLS EACH):  

Finca Flichman Cabernet Mendoza Argentina 1999 (full bodied, concentrated  fruit) 87 points  
Finca Flichman Malbec Mendoza Argentina 1998 (intense color, maximum Malbec  expression) 87 points  
Vina Sardasol Cabernet Crianza 1995 (how did they get so much flavor at this  price?!) 88 points  
L'Enclave des Papes Cabernet 2000 (surprising depth, mature fruit  components) 87 points  
Chateau LaCroix Martelle Minervois 1999 (you may remember this, my house  red, serious Syrah) 89 points  
Domaine Capouilleres Ventoux 1998 (so full of blue fruits, loves the spicy  stuff) 87 points  
Let me tell you, this case is already a bargain at $155!!!
LOAD UP, THIS WEEK ONLY (IF THEY LAST THAT LONG) FOR JUST $132  PLUS TAX!!!
Now most of you know that these cases disappear  before the week's end.  So pick up the phone and call us now with your card  number and we will be happy to set as many of these aside as you would  like.  Don't miss out!  This is one heck of a great buy!!!
As  for the schedule:

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER  29th:
Topic: "UNBELIEVABLE CABERNET & MERLOT  VALUES"
Time: 6-8 PM (Champagne reception at 5:30 PM)
We will be tasting  through and discussing 8 of the best values in my store!
Price per person:  $18 plus tax
RESERVATIONS ARE  REQUIRED
Please contact the store to reserve your  seats
713-524-9144
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER  30TH:
WINE BAR AT  CHRISTOPHER'S
For all of you who have visited over the past  several weeks: 
Thank you for making this such a fabulous success!!!
If  you have not yet visited the Wine Bar on Friday, here are some details:
We  offer 45 wines by the glass to include reds, whites, sparkling wines & after  dinner wines, too.
Our amazingly talented Chef prepares 4 new menu items each  week.
In addition to the wines by the glass list, you may choose ANY wine in  the store 
to enjoy with your foods or friends.
BEST PART???
Retail  prices for all wines, NOT restaurant prices!!!
Our wines by the glass range  from $4 to $15 &
Our Chef's specials range from $10 to $22.
No  reservations are needed.
Get here early for the best seats.
Time: 6-10 PM  Friday nights
Location: here at Christopher's 
YOU  HAVE GOT TO CHECK THIS OUT, IT IS A BLAST!!!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1ST:
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY
This Saturday, from 2-5  PM, please be our guest for this free tasting.
We will be showcasing 6 new  wines from around the world.
California, France, Italy & Spain will all  be open for tasting.
No reservations are required.
Super special discounts during the tasting.
All  new wines, never before seen at the bar.
Get here early for best  selection.
Time: 2-5 PM
Here at Christopher's
No Charge
Bring some  friends and have a great tasting!!!

How about something for the  cellar?  Or as an early gift for your own stocking???  
Falesco Montiano 1999 (from the master himself, Cotarella, 2500 cases for  the world, 24 bottles for us)  

                95 points from  Parker
                LIMITED  TO 2 BOTTLES PER CUSTOMER, $70 EACH, NET
Well, I guess I'll head to the  phones.  Call us at 713-524-9144.
Your friend in  wine,
Christopher
"BEST WINE STORE" HOUSTON PRESS 2001
2516 Times  BLVD
Rice Village
713-524-9144www.christopherswine. com