Skytop top 5 wine & spirits

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Thank you for checking out our top 5 wines & spirits for the Fall & Winter season. One of the many perks of our job is we get to taste, learn, and appreciate all the products we sell in our store. We spend countless hours looking for those hidden gems and outstanding products to share with all of you. What could be better than passing all this knowledge and “hard work” onto our customers and formally rank our 5 favorite wines and spirits for the upcoming colder months.

And just so you don’t think we just pulled these names out of a hat, here is how we scored our products…

Value – Can’t pick all $100 bottles of wine. Does the bottle we pick reflect the price tag it comes with or is it even better? Good way to give all of our products an even playing field

Quality – Goes without saying overall quality of the product, taste, care put into making a perfect wine or spirit

Bottle – Sounds silly put a big part of the “experience” of our favorite beverage is the bottle it comes in. The label, weight & shape of the bottle, overall quality of the package.

Our panel consists of the owner, store manager, main inventory manager, and occasionally customers wondering what we’re doing sampling 30 different bottles of wine!

Top 5 Wines

5. ​Hess Select Chardonnay

Crisp and fruit-forward, this Monterey County Chardonnay showcases inviting notes of green apple, crisp pear, and warm tropical fruit. A soft touch of subtle oak adds a light hint of creaminess without masking its clean, refreshing finish.

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4. Domaine Clavel Cotes du Rhone

This authentic southern Rhone blend shows off fragrant aromas of dark cherry, dried herbs, and lavender. On the palate, juicy red plum and subtle savory spice are supported by smooth tannins and balanced acidity.

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3. Luca Bosio Moscato D'Asti

Effervescent and pleasantly sweet, this classic Italian white features expressive aromas of white peach, apricot, and delicate orange blossom. A gentle fizz and bright acidity balance the lush honeyed flavors for a light, refreshing finish.

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2. Anticiclone Portuguese Red Blend

Crafted primarily from Castelao, this medium-bodied Portuguese red delivers vibrant aromas of red berries, light spice, and subtle earthiness. It is well-balanced with fine, approachable tannins and a fresh red fruit finish.

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1. Freakshow Red Blend

This bold, full-bodied California blend offers plush layers of ripe raspberry, dark plum, and toasted oak. Smooth tannins and hints of mocha lead to a long, velvety finish, making it a great pairing for grilled or smoked meats.

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Top 5 Spirits

5. Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream

Combining rich, velvety dairy cream with authentic Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon, this indulgence offers decadent notes of vanilla bean, cocoa, and sweet caramel. It provides a lush, creamy texture that pairs the warmth of fine bourbon with a rich, dessert-like finish.

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​4. Holster Bourbon

Crafted in Kentucky, this approachable straight Bourbon offers classic aromas of rich caramel, soft vanilla, and gentle oak. The palate delivers a smooth mouthfeel with hints of sweet corn and subtle spice that finish clean and balanced.

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​3. -196 Vodka Seltzers

Utilizing Suntory’s proprietary freeze-crush technology, whole fruit is flash-frozen in liquid nitrogen and infused with smooth vodka. The result is an intensely flavorful, highly refreshing seltzer packed with bold natural citrus notes and a crisp, clean finish

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​2. Planteray Original Dark Rum

Formerly known as Plantation Original Dark, this rich blend features rums from Barbados and Guyana aged in bourbon casks and finished in French oak. It delivers complex layers of ripe banana, caramelized sugar, and warm baking spices with a long, velvety finish

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1. 818 Tequila Blanco:

Smooth and approachable, this 100% Blue Weber agave tequila opens with subtle aromas of sweet agave, lemongrass, and citrus zest. The palate reveals soft notes of vanilla and toasted oak leading into a clean, crisp finish

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