From all of us here at Artale, we'd like to extend a heartfelt Thank You for your support of our small, family-owned business throughout the year. We would not be here without all of you. Thank you for making 2022 a memorable year and we look forward to seeing you in 2023!
~ Anthony, Aaron & Zac
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Regular Business Hours:
Monday - Saturday: 10am - 9pm
Sunday: 11am - 6pm
Holiday Hours
12/31 New Year's Eve: 10am - 9pm
01/01 New Year's Day: Closed
UPCOMING EVENTS
Complimentary Champagne Tasting
Friday, December 30th
Beginning at 4pm we will pop the corks on a few select Champagnes for you to sip on while you shop.
January First Friday Wine Tasting
Friday, January 6th
Join us the First Friday in January to help raise money for Shelter Care Ministries. Admission is a $15 cash/check donation to Shelter Care Ministries. We will be sampling 24 wines from around the globe.
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Pastorale Blend
Sale $15.99 Reg. $17.99
Red from paprika with a pleasant balance of earthiness and touches of crunchy grana.
Espresso Bellavitano
Sale $12.99 Reg. $14.99
The cheese-makers hand rub freshly roasted coffee into sweet, sugary BellaVitano wheels aged to creamy perfection.
Creamy Plain Havarti
Sale $7.99 Reg. $9.99
Creamy Havarti that is sweet with a slight lemon tone and fresh dairy nuances. Goes well with just about al white and sparkling wines.
Cottonwood River Cheddar Reserve
Sale $12.99 Reg. $14.99
An intense and concentrated flavor yet with a pleasing balance of sweet and sharp, with touches of crunchy grana.
7-year White Cheddar
Sale $17.99 Reg. $19.99
This is an intense and concentrated yet with a pleasing balance of sweet and sharp, plenty of crunchy grana. Pair with a red or port wine.
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New Bourbons for the New Year |
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Rush Creek High Rye Straight Bourbon
Sale $39.99 Reg. $44.99
This is not your typical bourbon. The round, sweet flavor of corn is elevated by the spiciness of a touch more rye than you’ll find in other bourbons. We use only locally sourced grains, handcrafted with care, and aged in charred American oak to create this bolder expression of a classic American whiskey.
Penelope Toasted Barrel Strength Straight Bourbon
Sale $77.99 Reg. $84.99
Penelope Bourbon Toasted Series explores new and unique expressions of our signature four grain straight bourbon whiskey. After full maturation in charred new American oak barrels, we finish Penelope Bourbon in a new, freshly toasted barrel. Each batch is a unique blend of our signature three bourbon mash bills and all have different custom chars & toasts – making each bottle unique and different. The barrels selected for this series are the best our inventory has to offer and go through an extensive hand-selection process.
Calumet Farm 10-year Kentucky Straight Bourbon
Sale $79.99 Reg. $84.99
Calumet Farm 10 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is Non-Chill Filtered to help capture the bold essence of this premium Kentucky spirit. Crafted in 50 barrel batches, this robust bourbon showcases the development of our traditional ‘high rye’ mash bill over time. This bourbon is planted firmly in the center of our Legacy Series expressions and possesses traditional flavors, as well as offering added depth in both nose and finish. This 10 Year Old Calumet Farm Bourbon is offered in honor of the famous thoroughbred sire, Bull Lea.
Starlight Distillery Carl T. Huber's Bourbon Whiskey Finished in Port Barrels
Sale $77.99 Reg. $84.99
This signature blend of bourbon is comprised of 58% corn, 27% rye, and 15% malted barley. Distilled in Huber’s 80 gallon copper pot still from Germany and then transferred to 53 gallon charred, American White Oak barrels from three different cooperage companies and four different barrel styles, continue to add quality and complexity to this signature blend.
Laws Whiskey House Cognac Finished Four Grain Bourbon
Sale $89.99 Reg. $99.99
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Caymus Family Rebate
*EXPIRES 12/31/2022*
Must Make Purchase Before 12/31/2022
Save Up To $24
By QR Code Or Mail
On The Purchase Of Any 6 Bottles
Of Conundrum, Emmolo, Mer Soleil, or
The Walking Fool Wines
Mix or Match 12 Bottles Get
An Additional 10% Discount
Mer Soleil Silver Unoaked Chardonnay $15.99 reg. $19.99
The alluring color of honeysuckle, this wine features scents of creamy citrus, calling to mind the meringue on top of lemon squares. The freshness of the nose evokes a walk through the vineyard or the minerality of wet granite encountered on a hike. Entry on the palate is round and soft, infused with flavors of apricot, Meyer lemon, and the crispness of the first peaches of the season. Initial broadness on the palate tapers into bright acidity on the finish, a lingering invitation to take another sip.
Emmolo Sauvignon Blanc $19.99 reg. $22.99
A translucent yellow hue, this wine features clean, bright scents of wet stone and citrus blossom, with subtle notes of nectarine, newly ripened honeydew, tangerine, and a hint of guava. Entry on the palate is lean, then expands with flavors of lime zest and mouthwatering citrus. A racy acidity adds to this wine's enlivening freshness, while a steely graphite character imparts a final impression of distinct mineralogy.
Conundrum California White Wine $16.99 reg. $19.99
A light straw color, the 2019 vintage features scents of honeysuckle, wildflowers and lemon blossoms, layered with star fruit, honeydew and a trace of flinty gunpowder. Entry is crisp, with a vibrant acidity that flows into a rich roundness on the mid-palate. Citrus and pear mingle with exotic flavors of mango, coconut, and pineapple. This wine’s structure and texture give it multiple dimensions – lush yet fresh, subtle yet rich. A kick of bright acidity on the finish underscores its lively character, while notes of ripe fruit entice you back for another sip.
Conundrum California Red Wine $22.99 reg. $25.99
We believe in being both serious and playful, and this wine fits the bill. A rich, dark red, it offers aromas of ripe berries and plums, warmed by a hint of cocoa. Dried fruit and the taste of chocolate-covered cherries come through on the palate, while a wisp of smokiness makes this wine – created from dark red varietals including Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon – the perfect complement to grilled meats and full-flavored dishes. Tannins are rounded out by the ripeness of the berries for a texturous but smooth mouth feel. The finish makes us think of lingering at the end of a long evening and still not wanting to go home, with layers of rich flavor that teasingly trail off.
Caymus Suisun The Walking Fool Red $42.99 reg. $47.99
A silky scarlet red with luminous highlights, this wine opens with a lean earthiness—the scent of rustic wood mixes with sweet spice, a whiff of cigar box, dusty pavement and old leather, infused with garden ripe strawberries and cherries. The palate is smooth and lively, featuring flavors of juicy raspberry, the subtle tartness of cranberry, and notes of espresso and smoked meat. Underlying acidity makes this wine mouthwatering, while its tannins lend a gritty yet softly fine texture. On the finish: a trace of vibrant cranberry, luxurious cocoa and an extra kick of spice.
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Ca' del Bosco
Franciacorta
Cuvee Prestige
Extra Brut
Italian Sparkling Wine
$39.99
reg. $49.99
90 Points Wine Spectator
Though rich and creamy, this wine is focused by finely cut acidity, resulting in a lithe version overall. The smoky mineral undertow mixes with flavors of poached apple, toasted brioche, lemon curd and vanilla, followed by a lasting finish.
THE WINERY
Ca' del Bosco is on the leading edge of the exciting new wave of Italian wine producers, making absolutely top-quality sparkling and still wines. Maurizio Zanella founded the winery in 1968, and dedicated himself to distinguishing the sparkling wines of Franciacorta. The winery owns more than 230 acres in the region, with vineyards planted to Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Pinot Nero and other indigenous Franciacorta grapes. Ca' del Bosco's reputation for sparkling wines has been secured by the excellence of its cuvées.
THE PLACE
Situated among the gentle hills of Brescia, south of Lake Iseo, the Franciacorta region of Lombardy and its neighboring towns were historically better known for their production of firearms than wine. Maurizio Zanella has changed all of that and his talents have placed Franciacorta on the map of quality Italian wine regions. Zanella has worked to ensure the word "Franciacorta" would indicate a specific type of sparkling wine from a specific region, and would not be confused with "methode champenoise" or "spumante." In 1995, his dream came true and the sparkling wine of Franciacorta was named a D.O.C.G. to be marketed as "Franciacorta." Since the new D.O.C.G. standards require a minimum of two years aging before release, the first Ca' del Bosco Franciacorta D.O.C.G. were released to the international market in 1997.
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New Year's Eve Ultimate Wine List
First White Wine
Ladoucette
Pouilly-Fume
2019
$44.99 reg. $49.99
The delicate and complex olfactory expression opens on aromas which remind of white flower, exotic fruits. There is a very beautiful complexity for a vintage where the end-of-season’s sun brought a lot to the aromas. Excellent complexity that translates into great and elegant richness. Nice attack, straight and bright, it takes place with elegance on fruity notes associated with a dense structure and a beautiful acidity which brings a great length in the end of the mouth. There are aromas of exotic fruits (litchi, mango).
Second White Wine
Ramey
Woolsey Road Vineyards
Russian River Valley
Chardonnay
2017
$72.99 reg. $84.99
94 Points Wine Spectator
Coming from special vineyard sites, Ramey Chardonnays show great depth of flavor, length of finish, aromatic complexity, and a fine balance between richness and delicacy. Typically, the climate is cool and the soil vigor low, producing graceful yet vibrant wines.
Taut, with focused green apple, Asian pear and honeydew melon flavors, backed by vibrant acidity. Savory midpalate, leading to a finish filled with lemon meringue notes and minerally richness.
First Red Wine
Rose Rock
Droughin Oregon
Zephirine
Pinot Noir
Eola-Amity Hills
2019
$65.99 reg. $72.99
94 Points Wine Spectator
This blend of the finest barrels of Roserock Pinot Noir is named for the fragrant “Zéphirine Drouhin” variety of thornless climbing rose, introduced in 1868. Fittingly, the dark-ruby Zéphirine Pinot Noir has an intoxicating perfume, of roses, violets, strawberries, and cacao. The complexity and finesse of this lyrical wine will reward cellar age, although it drinks deliciously upon release.
Second Red Wine
Bodegas Muga
Prado Enea
Gran Reserva
Rioja
2015
$94.99 reg. $104.99
94 Points Wine Spectator
Well-tailored in an understated way, this harmonious red is plushly creamy on the palate, like fine cashmere, showing seamless integration of the sculpted tannins with finely detailed flavors of black cherry and black plum reduction, sandalwood, cedar, green olive, espresso crema and minerally smoke and iron. Long and lightly juicy on the refined finish. Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo and Garnacha. Drink now through 2030. 8,000 cases made, 2,000 cases imported.
Dessert Wine
Chateau Climens
1er Cu-Barsac
Grand Vin De Sauternes
2015
(375ml Bottle)
$49.99 reg. $54.99
97 Points Wine Spectator
Gorgeous, offering a range of orange, almond and brioche notes backed by lively citrus oil, green tea and ginger accents. Rich but tightly coiled nonetheless, with lots of energy lying in reserve on the finish.
New Year Toast
Louis Roederer
Cristal
Brut Champagne
2014
$379.99
98 Points Wine Spectator Top 100 Rank #10
Intense, bright and luminous golden hue. Dynamic effervescence with a continuous stream of fine bubbles. Intense, fragrant bouquet of great purity. Concentrated and candied citrus fruit mingle delicately with notes of grain and lightly roasted almonds. The lovely sensation of big ripe fruit is balanced and lifted by energetic fresh tangy overtones. Fruity palate with a silky texture, complemented by soft bubbles that are perfectly integrated and deliciously elegant. The purity and perfection of the ripe yellow fruit melt into the intense chalky freshness typical of Cristal that is powdery and saline. Dense, juicy, concentrated, and long on the mid-palate, thanks to the spicy and sappy structure resulting from partial ageing in large oak vats (foudres). The finish builds to a crescendo, revealing a rich grainy and a velvety texture that is wrapped in a long, saline, and superbly elegant finish.
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Hop Butcher
Milkstachio
$12.99
4pk 16oz can
Brewer's Notes:
Rekindle memories of nostalgia and holiday day drinking with your first sip of Milkstachio. Gather your clean nonic pints and make room for this 6% pistachio milk stout collaboration with DryHop Brewers.
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Style Spotlight: Biere Brut |
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The actual Champagne of beers
A style so unique and rare that only a handful of commercial examples exist.
Biere Brut can trace its roots to the small town of Buggenhout, Belgium, home of Brewery Bosteels and Brewery De Landtsheer (of Malheur fame). Both breweries offer a Biere Brut and, coincidentally, both breweries claim to have independently originated the style in the early 2000s. The style is now replicated all over the world, but its complex production process still limits the scope of the style to just a handful of breweries.
So what is Biere Brut?
At its core, Biere Brut is a beer that undergoes the same fermentation regiment and bottling process as Champagne - also known as the Champagne Method or Traditional Method - to create an exquisite, brisk, sparkling ale reminiscent, but without the acidic nature, of wine.
Primary Fermentation
When it comes to Bosteels DeuS, for example, the base beer is brewed and primary fermented in stainless steel at the brewery and transported to a winery in France.
Conditioning & Bottle Fermentation
Once in France the beer is bottled with an additional dose of sugar & yeast to create a second fermentation in the bottle.
Riddling & Remuage
After a long conditioning phase, the next step is Riddling or Remuage, a process in which the bottles are turned and tilted in very small increments daily until the bottles are fully inverted, allowing all the residual yeast sediment to collect in the neck of the bottle.
Disgorgement
The necks of the inverted bottles are frozen, solidifying the yeast into a plug that can be delicately driven out by the natural pressure inside the bottle.
Final Dosage & Cork Finishing
The bottles are then re-dosed with a small amount of sugar before corking to re invigorate the sparkling nature of the beer.
Serving
As with Champagne, Biere Brut's intense carbonation benefits from being well chilled before opening - ideally refrigerated for 24hrs prior to opening. Once opened, keep the bottle capped and on ice to preserve its carbonation and flavor quality. Biere Brut drinks best in a flute-style glass. The narrow glass helps retain carbonation and focus the beer's delicate flavors.
Biere Brut is the ultimate celebratory beer alternative to sparkling wine!
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Bosteels
DeuS
2021 Vintage
$37.99
750ml
Brewer's Notes:
DeuS has a pale golden appearance, tiny bubbles and a meringue-like foam. Hints of spiced bread, pear fruit and grassy, floral hints. The flavor brings honey, flowers, thyme,
ginger and spiced biscuit notes.
This beer is light-medium-bodied, delicate and complex. It starts with smooth attack, developing the palate with a dessert apple fruitiness with a subtly dry spiced finish and elegant balance.
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The Brewing Projekt Chomp Chomp Smoothie Sour
Double Berry Cheesecake
$5.00 | 16oz can
Brooklyn IPA For All Variety Pack
$17.99 | 12pk 12oz can
Cerebral Rare Trait Hazy IPA
$5.00 | 16oz can
Destihl Dosvidanya BA Imperial Stout (Bourbon barrel)
$11.99 | 16oz can
Destihl Dosvidanya BA Imperial Rye Stout (Rye barrel)
$11.99 | 16oz can
Destihl Dosvidanya S'mores BA Imperial Stout
$11.99 | 16oz can
Drekker Chonk: Mango & Marshmallow Smoothie Sour
$5.50 | 16oz can
Equilibrium 20/22 Vision Hazy DIPA
$5.00 | 16oz can
Firestone Walker Wookey Jack Black Rye IPA
$13.99 | 6pk 12oz can
Goose Island Bourbon County Coffee Stout 2022
$21.99 | 500ml
Green Man ESB
$12.99 | 6pk 12oz can
Lagunitas Willettized BA Imperial Stout
$13.99 | 4pk btl
Metropolitan Krankshaft Kolsch
$10.99 | 6pk btl
Middle Brow Isobel Nordic Ale
$10.99 | 4pk 16oz can
More Dole Mansion Fruited Sour
$16.99 | 4pk 16oz can
More Hophorescent TDH DIPA
$16.99 | 4pk 16oz can
New Holland Dragon's Milk BA Imperial Stout
$14.99 | 4pk btl
Old Irving Cinnamon Prost White Stout
$13.99 | 4pk 16oz can
On Tour Lightening Will German Pils
$9.99 | 4pk 16oz can
Other Half Double Mosaic Dream DIPA
$6.25 | 16oz
Other Half Snowbirds 6 BA Imperial Stout
$33.99 | 500ml
Penrose Hiking Boots DIPA
$16.99 | 4pk 16oz can
Perennial Prism Saison: Sultana
$11.99 | 4pk 16oz can
Pipeworks BA Saddle Up Barleywine Cuvee
$5.00 | 16oz can
Pipeworks Infinite Citra IPA
$11.99 | 4pk 16oz can
Pipeworks Infinite Galaxy IPA
$12.99 | 4pk 16oz can
Pipeworks Tiramisunicorn Ale
$9.99 | 4pk 16oz can
Prairie Street Vanilla River Cream Ale
$9.99 | 4pk 16oz can
Saint Errant Lewes DDH IPA
$16.99 | 4pk 16oz can
Young Blood We're A Rap Rock Brewery
meyer lemon, graham cracker, marshmallow, vanilla
$4.00 | 16oz can
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Artale & Co.
815.877.9463
6876 Spring Creek Rd. #128 Rockford, IL
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