Complementary Tasting of Santa Margherita Wines at Firefly Maple Ridge Saturday February 13th from 3pm - 7pm

In the 1930's the Santa Margherita Wine Estate was founded with a desire to make wines from a single varietal that spoke of the region as much as the grape. Today, Santa Margherita wines are known for their easy drinking and great accessibility along with their modern wine making edge. 

Santa Margherita's states that their vision is a simple one: "to establish ourselves around the world as one of the principal proponents of Italian eno-gastronomic culture."   Santa Margherita is proud of the the fact that drinkers can match any of their wines to delicious food and create a pleasurable experience.

Enjoy a complimentary tasting of three classic Santa Margherita wines at Firefly Maple Ridge on Saturday February 13th from 3pm - 7pm.

Pinot Grigio
This straw yellow wine displays precise and intense scents of white fruits (particularly pears and Golden Delicious apples) as well as delicate spicy notes.

Merlot
A wine that shows its elegance even on the nose, with evident notes of violets and red fruits, on the palate it offers deep, rounded fruit, along with finesse and supreme balance.

Shiraz
Its forceful tannins, which are also supported by an attractive vein of acidity, are softened by its spell in oak. Its explosive power on the palate also stems from its perception of volume, alcoholic warmth and persistence.

Complimentary Blue Mountain Wine tasting Friday Feb 12th at Firefly Maple Ridge

On their 31-hectare estate, Blue Mountain Winery creates complex and age-worthy wines using exclusively estate grown grapes from its South Okanagan vineyard. Blue Mountain strives to create wines that are well balanced and express the terroir and the individual growing season.  By focusing on varietal wines made from Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chadonnay, Gamay Noir, and Pinot Noir  Blue Mountain has produced outstanding wines.

"Exceptional wines will always be the pursuit of Blue Mountain and the Mavety family which is poised to evolve its collective talents for generations to come."

Firefly Fine Wines and Ales Maple Ridge will be hosting a complimentary tasting of three Blue Mountain Wines on Friday February, 12th from 3pm to 6pm.


2008 Pinot Blanc

White peaches and apricot are complemented by butterscotch on the nose and palate. A full mouth feel with apricots turning to peaches on the palate leads into a fresh, long finish.

2008 Pinot Gris
A citrus, tangerine nose with rich, dense tangerine/lemon flavors across the palate and notes of orange peel and spice.

Brut
Fine mousse, with lemon and toasty character on the nose and across the palette, with a crisp lemon finish.

New Products this Week

New Wines

Coppola Presents 20 – Black Label Claret

Niebaum Coppola Red Label Zinfandel

Duck Pond Cabernet Sauvignon

Duck Pond Merlot

Seven Deadly Zins Zinfandel

Kestrel Platinum

The Velvet Devil Merlot

Kuyen – Alvaro Espinoza Maipo

J. Bouchon Sauvignon Blanc

J. Bouchon Carmenere Syrah

Churton Sauvignon Blanc

Doucinel Sang Des Cailloux Vacqueyras

Bottega Petalo Il Vino Dell’Amore Mosc

Azul Ribatejo 2005

Azul Vinho Verde

Azul Palmela

Fratta Pasini Valpolicella Ripasso

Terre Delle Falcole Chianti Classico

Castas O Persador Alentejano 3L

Santa Margherita Sicilia Shiraz

New Beers

Pearl River Zhu Jiang Beer

Tree Brewing Black Tree

Paulaner Salvator

Hitachino Nest New Year Ale

Howe Sound – Three Beavers Imperial Red

Saku Original Lager

New Spirits

Auchentoshan Classic

Auchentoshan 12 year old

McClellands Speyside

 

As well, we have a lot more special BC wines coming in thoughout the week!

Wine of the Week - Blue Mountain Pinot Blanc 2008

Blue Mountain Estate Winery is located in beautiful Okanagan Falls, BC and the Winery is very proud of the fact that it has had more than 36 years of continuous grape production by one family. "With a belief that the best quality wine starts in the vineyard, Blue Mountain uses several sustainable practices in the vineyard that continue the commitment to creating the smallest “footprint” possible."

Using entirely 100% estate grown grapes Blue Mountain 2008 Pinot Blanc displays complex flavors of white peaches and apricot which are complemented by butterscotch on the nose and palate. "A full mouth feel with apricots turning to peaches on the palate leads into a fresh, long finish."

Serve this delicious wine with seafood, seafood, light-flavored meats, light to medium sauces and soft cheeses.

Enjoy a complimentary tasting of Blue Mountain Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris and Gold Label Brut this Friday Feburary 12th at Firefly Fine Wines and Ales Maple Ridge from 3-6pm.

Complimentary Steam Whistle tasting Friday Feb 5th at Firefly Maple Ridge

Since March 2000, the Steam Whistle Brewing Company has made just one beer, a Premium Pilsner. Brewed in the historic Roundhouse, Steam Whistle Brewing Company is committed to the environment in every aspect of production through their Green Initiative. In fact in 2009, they received the Environmental Award of Excellence in the Energy Conservation category. Steam Whistle Pilsner is made traditionally using four ingredients; spring water, malted barley, hops, and yeast. It has a distinctive hop aroma, tasty malt flavor and a clean crisp finish. This beer is the staff favorite!!!

Complementary Tasting Friday February 5th from 3pm to 7pm

New Products this Week

New Wines

Wither Hills Malborough Pinot Gris

Oyster Bay Chardonnay

Balgownie Estate Cabernet Sauvignon

Henry’s Drive Pillar Box Red

Johnny Q Brut Cuvee

YT Merlot

Chateau des Charmes Cabernet Franc

Domaine de Chaberton Siegerrebe

Domaine de Chaberton Gewurztraminer

Forbidden Fruit White Peach Crushed Innocence

Forbidden Fruit Asian Pear Imperfection

Mad Housewife Chardonnay

Mont Tauch Retro Fitou

Christian Audigier Cabernet Sauvignon

Veuve Clicqout Rose

Fair Trade Los Robles Sauvignon Blanc

Fair Trade Los Robles Carmenere

Fair Trade Los Robles Cabernet Sauvignon

Fair Trade Los Robles Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah

Cremaschi Furlotti Reserve Syrah

Santa Carolina Antares Carmenere

Azul Portugal Bairrada

Sake One “G” Junmai Ginjo Genshu 375mL

New Beers

Asahi Super Dry bottles

Hitachino Nest Red Rice Ale

Anderson Valley Poleeko Gold Pale Ale

Beer Restocks

Anchor Brewing Porter

Pelican Brewery MacPelican’s Scotch Ale

Blackfriar Scottish Strong Ale

Lindemans Kriek Lambic Ale

New Spirits

Russian Standard Vodka

XO Café Patron

Silver Patron

Platinum Gran Patron

Amrut Single Malt - India

Beer of the Week- Steam Whistle

"In March 2000, the first cases of Steam Whistle Pilsner rolled off the bottling line packaged in unique green glass bottles."

The Steam Whistle Brewing company one makes one beer - A premium pilsner! By focusing on only one beer, Steam Whistle has created a flavorful and easy drinking pilsner that is fast becoming a favorite of beers and non beer lovers around the world. Steam Whistle is a staff and customer staple at Firefly Fine Wines and Ales in Maple Ridge.

Steam Whistle uses traditional techniques combined with natural ingredients; spring water, malted barley, hops and yeast - all GMO-free, "in its refreshing brew with a distinctive hop aroma, tasty malt flavour, and a clean, crisp finish."

On Friday February 5th Firefly Fine Wines and Ales Maple Ridge will be having a complimentary tasting from 3:00-7:00pm.