K&L Wine Merchants - Blake Conklin Reviews

Troupis Ritnitis Pitys Arcadia Greece (Retsina)

Review Date: 06-22-2021

Greek orange wine tends to be in a league of it's own. I've had several bottlings in the past, and while they are fantastic and refreshing, there's a note in there that clearly gives it away to me that it's greek skin contact. This bottling is no exception/ Mellow acidity and a nice pine flavor profile makes this wine quenchable and delightful. If you want to try a truly unique orange wine and under the 20 dollar price point, the Troupis may be for you.

Price: $19.99

Montechiara Prosecco

Review Date: 04-04-2020

We all need our go to every day bubbles. But instead of putting your hard earned dollars towards bubbles of lesser quality, dare I say Barefoot, why not focus your dough towards this absolutely stunning Prosecco from Montechiara. Having a graduation party and need some bubbles for a toast? We got you covered! Great for aperol spritz, and extra dry enough to be enjoyed on it's own, you will not be disappointed!

Price: $10.99

Franck Bonville Brut Rosé Champagne

Review Date: 02-12-2020

Since I've worked at K&L over the past several years, I've learned just how much I love a lot of the direct import champagnes we bring in, and just how much I love Franck Bonville, and how time and time again, they really know how to showcase Chardonnay in their champagnes. Even with their rose, which I was super excited to try, they still showcase chardonnay here with 90% of it making up the blend, and only 10% of some grand cru pinot to give it color and a bright cherry note. Grab a couple bottles for yourself before it runs out.

Price: $59.99

Blanton's "The Original" Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey (1 bottle limit) (750ml)

Review Date: 07-12-2018

You don't need to necessarily hear it from me that Blanton's Single Barrel Bourbon is easily a fantastic whiskey. It's a well known fact. But I will say, while I'm not the biggest whiskey drinker, Blanton's may easily take me over to the dark side. No joke. Every time I pour myself a glass (neat of course) I immediately want another pour as soon as I'm finished, and now I just want to know what other fun small batch whiskeys I can get myself into. If you're not the biggest bourbon drinker but you're curious enough to try a nice one and it so happens to be available, get your hands on Blanton's.

Price: $79.99

WE: 96

Limit of 1 per customer

Fallet-Dart "Grande Sélection" Brut Champagne

Review Date: 01-04-2018

As far as our portfolio of direct imports go, I'm personally a huge fan of everything Fallet Dart has released, and the Grande Selection is definitely one of my all time favorites. If you need a good house champagne, look no further. Grande Selection delivers on so many levels. It's well balanced, the acidity is damn near perfect, and it has a nice toastiness to it like no other. Try it with pizza. Trust me.

Price: $37.99

Laurent-Perrier "La Cuvée" Brut Champagne

Review Date: 08-11-2017

Nice subtle sweetness, and overall a fun bottle of Champagne.

Price: $59.99

Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Champagne

Review Date: 08-10-2017

Quite possibly the driest of the dry, I've had when it comes to champagne. The Ultra Brut from Laurent Perrier is unique in it's own right and worthy of a try to the Champagne lover.

Price: $79.99

WE: 94

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