Leather, pepper, caramel, tobacco and a dank, wet, dark oak nose. it's like oak has been drizzled in molasses. faint fig and citrus are trying to escape the heavier notes early on.

IGP Agenais was established in 2011 to capture the typicity of the wines from the Lot-et-Garonne area of Southwest France. This rosé from the lovely Christophe Avi, our source of Buzet wines, is made from his younger Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon vines. It offers nuanced notes of minerally orange blossom, wet stone, and lime leaf, with lots of grip.

108-proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey from Michter's Distillery, a special release honoring the legacy of the Bomberger's distillery of the 1800s. It features bourbon aged in rare Chinquapin oak that is naturally air-dried and seasoned for extended periods, resulting in a bold and complex flavor profile with notes of chocolate, caramel, berries, nuts, spice.

"Blackberry & violet framed by clay-limestone minerality. Think savory classic Burgundy—earthy yet poised, with plush, velvety tannins. A refined balance of structure and elegance from 30% new oak aging. Ideal with duck, mushrooms, or game."

Lifts from the glass with a rich blend of yellow apples, raw almonds and hints of confectionery spice. This is soft-textured and round with a core of brilliant acidity and sour citrus to balance. Crunchy mineral tones amass toward the close. It tapers off long and potent, leaving tropical inner florals to resonate over a staining of primary fruit concentration.

Jean-Michel Stephan is a cult figure in Côte-Rôtie, crafting soulful, unadorned wines from old-vine parcels in the appellation’s steep schist slopes. Coteaux de Tupin comes from Stephan’s oldest vines, planted in 1981, on pure mica-schist terraces at the southern limit of Côte-Rôtie. Blackberry, violet, cured olive, smoked meat, cracked pepper and crushed stone.

"Léon” is Jean-Baptiste Menigoz's flagship Chardonnay. The 2022 Léon is taut and mineral-driven, showing citrus zest, green apple, and white peach, layered with notes of hazelnut and crushed rock. There’s energy and texture in equal measure, with racy acidity balancing a supple, saline finish. It’s Jura Chardonnay at its most direct and expressive.

Dominique Moreau of Marie-Courtin is among Champagne’s most revered grower-producers, known for biodynamic farming, single-vineyard bottlings, and a laser-focus on purity and energy. Concordance is her flagship cuvée, sourced from old-vine Pinot Noir in the village of Polisot, in the Côte des Bar. Ripe pear, apple skin, white flowers, chalk and a mineral-driven palate.

Airy and floral with a lovely touch of fresh mint that gives way to young peach and white flowers. This is distinctly savory on the palate, with a tart lemon rind tinge, giving way to young kiwi and mineral tones, more like an herbal tea than wine. Brisk acidity maintains a lifted feel. It finishes with medium length and a liquid floral sensation with tactile mineral tones.

Crafted from the distinctive Goruli Mtsvane grape variety, this wine is aged to perfection in French oak barrels, imparting deep oak tones that harmonise beautifully with its natural acidity. Offers a well-balanced taste profile, marked by its crisp acidity and nuanced oak character. Ideal for pairing with seafood, light salads, and fresh cheeses.

This hits the herbal , Northern Rhone style side of Syrah, with loads of fresh greens, leaf and stem flavors. A bit more black fruit, cured meat and some of the umami flavors often found in Syrah would up the impact.

Carpano Rosso Classic Vermouth opens with a warm sweetness, evolving into rich herbal and vinous layers. Notes of cardamom, honey, and cinnamon mingle with citrus and wormwood, creating a balanced, bittersweet finish. Its amber hue and spiced complexity make it a timeless choice for sipping or mixing.

All Hallow’s Eve is a time of the year when spirits can make contact with the physical world and when magic is most potent. Some think we harness magic to brew our powerful pumpkin ale. Not so, but it is with great respect to the magic of the trade that our brewers craft this fine beer. Savor the bewitching taste, share the magic, and declare your loyalty to the Pumking!