Happy Vines, First Singapore Internet Wine Merchant and Culinaire

Updated: 13 March 2010
(These pages are updated early/end each month with revisions as news breaks - check-in here often)

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(please read our Terms of Trade)

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We source wines from quality local importers to offer the best available wines your preferences & budget can buy. Ask us for our entry-level wines for enjoyable party drinking or an exceptional bottle or more to seduce that special someone - lover or business associate(s). Otherwise, simply for your own private satisfaction.

Are looking to build a well-balanced & exciting CELLAR for long-term satisfaction or current drinking? Why not draw upon our years of expertise and numerous overseas contacts to offer you a Wine Selection that meets your expectations.

We are not enamoured by BIG brand names or CURRENT fads, although these are available if you'd like them. We pride ourselves in identifying the future favourites, the potential STARS with plenty of upside.

Settlements, via PayPal, in SGD, USD, EUR and major Credit Cards
We offer alternative Settlements for
SGD Internet Banking settlements to:
OCBC Bank No: 7339, Branch: 631, Account: 376829001 or ATM transfers to POSB Branch: 121, Account: 704340.
STG settlements to Barclays Bank, London: Bank No: 20; Branch: 3200; Account: 60561428
MYR settlements to Malayan Banking Berhad Account: 114011133894

ALL PRICES are quoted in SGD, unless otherwise stated

Please note that to purchase items without "Add to Cart" buttons, please use email or the webform, below.

NOW !!! WINE DELIVERIES TO SINGAPORE WEST MALAYSIA HYDERABAD BANGALORE NEW DELHI MUMBAI	For the first time, we are pleased to offer delivery to West Malaysia, a range of wines that are good value that should meet your special needs. We have successfully completed deliveries to Bangalore, India and are now pleased to offer Hyderabad and New Delhi, as well. Please email us your specific needs for 2008 and beyond. Please note that the wine selections for Malaysia and India would be different from the lists show here. The wines offered HERE are for Singapore delivery only. CONTACT US FOR MALAYSIA AND INDIA DELIVERIES GENERAL TERMS FOR SINGAPORE DELIVERY Minimum purchase of 3 bottles required FREE delivery with minimum $400 mixed bottles purchase. Self-collection for less at selected locations, below. Please allow for 3 working days for delivery/self-collection after confirmation. CASH or CHEQUE or DIRECT CREDIT settlements only. Self-collection location *HappyVines.com*, Block 21 Dover Crescent, Unit: 04-348, Singapore 130021 (entry via Dover Rise) Tel: 6775 5676
	PARTY, CORPORATE or WEDDING WINES Contact us for your party, corporate functions or wedding needs. We are able to offer some attractive selections that look good on the table & in the glass. Good prices start from $23.00 per bottle, with a sensible return policy, so that you'll need not worry about surpluses. For a limited time, we are pleased to offer a small selection of quality wines at just below S$25/btl.
	WINE WITH ASIAN FOOD - New Frontiers in Taste Patricia Guy & Edwin Soon The definitive guide to pairing wine with Asian food, this book presents a systematic approach you can use to make matches with panache and confidence. Patricia Guy writes widely about wine for magazines aroudn the world. She teaches wine tasting at the university of verona and has been honoured as a Castellana di Suavia. Edwin Soon was trained in oenology at Roseworthy College, Australia. He is consulting wine editor of "Appetite" and wine columnist for "The Star" (Malaysia). Our Price (with purchase of any 12 bottles of wine): S$35.00. Retail Price: S$42 plus GST
	THE STORY OF WINE Hugh Johnson Written by the world’s bestselling wine author, this new illustrated edition is an enthralling read, tracing the story of wine from the dawn of civilization through the bacchanalian splendor of the ancient world to the present day. Updated to include the latest developments in wine, this edition features never before seen archival photographs. Our Price (with purchase of any 12 bottles of wine) S$45.00 (List Price: US$40.00)
	PARKER's WINE BUYER's GUIDE(5th Edition) An older edition of Parker's take on the rest of the world's wines besides Bordeaux. The current one is 6th Edition. Our Price (with purchase of any 12 bottles of wine) S$35.00 (List: US$30.00)

CURRENT WINE OFFERS

Savor the Moment

Dear Friends

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We are officially in the Year of the Tiger. Most of you may be familiar with the Chinese character<mime-attachment.gif>, meaning double happiness. So you can imagine our happiness when we learnt that two of the new wines that were shipped in January 2010 received excellent ratings of

90 points and above. And the cherry on the cake is that both of these wines are from mountain vineyards. We always have a soft spot for wines made from the mountain regions of Napa Valley and these twin offerings are from Howell Mountains.

Howell Mountain is one of the most distinctive mountains within Napa Valley area. So distinctive that it received its own appellation in 1983. The Howell Mountain Appellation is defines by the 1400ft elevation contour line and most vineyards are above 1800ft. Well above the Napa Valley floor, Howell Mountain experiences warm evening temperatures and its days are much cooler when compared to the valley floor of Napa Valley. Although this region receive more rain, its soil dryness as a result of elevation drainage. These are the unique elements that mountain vineyards make great Cabernet Sauvignon of true characters; distinctive of its soils and climate.

It is our pleasure to present to you these excellent pair of Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon:

Highlands 2006 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Howell Mountain

“…this is a great example of sometimes, more is less. The 06’ Reserve is a gigantic wine, both in ripely extracted currants and in the taste of new, smoky oak….Try beyond 2010.” Wine Enthusiast 90 points (May 2009)

S$89 nett/btl or S$85 nett/btl for purchase of 3 bottles and above ~~(UP: S$95)~~ (60 bottles available)

<mime-attachment.jpg>Robert Craig 2006 Affinity, Napa Valley

76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot

“ The 2006 Affinity is a steal for a high-quality Napa Cabernet-based wine…This wine displays floral, blueberry, and black currant notes intermixed with some subtle oak and a hint of coffee bean. Generous, rich, with beautiful layers of fruit, impressive purity, and admirable elegance combined with power, this is a gorgeous wine that can be drunk now or cellared for 12-15+ years.” Robert Parker 92 points (Dec 2009)

S$85 nett/btl or S$79 nett/btl for purchase of 3 bottles and above ~~(UP: S$89)~~ (60 bottles available)

Bulk purchase price applicable for above labels only and applicable for mixed purchases.

Thank you and we look forward to be of service to you soon.

Note:
All prices indicated are NETT. Payment in Cash or Cheque or Internet Banking Transfer.
Free Delivery within

Singapore

for purchase of $500 & above per invoice per delivery address.
Saturday morning delivery available for order placed on Friday by noon. Delivery charge is S$20 per trip.
Loose bottles purchases and self collection can be done at our Office/Showroom by appointment only.
Wine Sold Not Returnable. Stock available on a first come first serve basis.
Standard Sales Terms and Conditions apply.

WEDDING WINES

I constantly receive requests for wines to be served at weddings. However, most of these requests are so heart rending for me. I am fully aware that this is one of the important events of the caller's life. As such, the celebratory drink that will be served to toast their happiness, should be just as important as the overall programme, the venue, the dishes and the elaborate gowns. Unfortunately, this seems no longer the case with young couples. Wine appear to be just an afterthought in their wedding budget.
Wedding Bells

In years past, serving the best available alcoholic drink, an XO Cognac, is mandatory to send off the newly-wedded couple. Even, VSOP has no place in a classy banquet. Has the tide turn completely with wine? Too many wedding banquets, nowadays, serve wines that are the equivalent of 3-star brandy or worse.

Briefly. A 75cl bottle of wine attracts Government taxes of about $8.00. Thus, if you serve your 10 guests to a table, a bottle costing $18.00, the wine actually costs $10. Thus, each guest toasts to your future happiness, with a glass of wine worth just ONE DOLLAR !!!!

Even a can of Coke costs $1.40 at KopiTiam.

So, for those who believe in the importance of the toast to their future happiness, please consider these wines that I have selected for you. Generally speaking, you would require, at least, 2 bottles of wine per table of 10 guests. Do budget accordingly.

REF	WINE/DESCRIPTION	PRICE
	SPARKLING WINES
AM11	FREY-SOHLER CREMANT D'ALSACE ROSE, Alsace - France Bronze Medal @ Beaune	$42.00
AM12	FREY-SOHLER CREMANT D'ALSACE BLANC DE NOIR, Alsace - France	$42.00
AM13	FREY-SOHLER CREMANT D'ALSACE RIESLING, Alsace - France Guide Hachette 2005 – 1 Star ; Silver Medal, Colmar 2005	$42.00
AM14	Champagne Palmer, Reims In 1947, seven owners of great crus decided to found the “ Societe des grands crus de Champagne “ and blend their productions together in a quest for perfection, which they started to market under the label Palmer. The Palmer cellars, situated in the centre of Reims, go sixty feet underground, have 2 kilometres of galleries on three levels, and carry 5 million bottles. Palmer is particularly well known for its mature vintage Champagnes. CHAMPAGNE BRUT RESERVE Fine bubbles, light yellow robe. A floral bouquet supported by underlying notes of dry fruits, harmoniously balanced, vanilla flavored finale. CHAMPAGNE BRUT ROSE RUBIS Brilliant light salmon pink, plentiful bubbles and sumptuous froth. Fruity nose, (strawberry and cherry) with vanilla and cinnamon spice. Well balanced taste, not overpowering, a Champagne designed to seduce, very fruity finale with strawberries prevailing.	$68.00 $85.00

	WHITE WINES
PW11	CALIBORO SAUVIGNON BLANC, Maule Valley - Chile	$30.00
PW12	CALIBORO CHARDONNAY, Maule Valley - Chile	$30.00
AM15	MOULIN DE GASSAC BLANC, Languedoc - France	$33.00

	RED WINES
PW13	CALIBORO MERLOT, Maule Valley - Chile	$30.00
AM16	MOULIN DE GASSAC ROUGE, Languedoc - France	$33.00

Terms of this Offer
1. The easiest way to order is to email reply to this offer.
2. Self-collection from Blk. 21 Dover Crescent, Unit: 04-348, in the evenings. Please pre-arrange.
3. Complimentary delivery with orders of $400 & more. Otherwise, $30 delivery charge.
4. Beers are sold by the case lot, as indicated.
5. Settlement is accepted via CASH or Cheque or direct credit to our POSB/OCBC account. Overseas residents may settle via PayPal in USDollars, major currencies and Credit Cards, against a PayPal generated invoice. Direct GBP settlements can be arranged.
6. Please allow for 3 business days to consolidate & deliver your order.
7. Some items are limited in quantity, as indicated.
8. Please order well ahead to ensure on-time delivery.

THIS IS JUST A SAMPLE OF OUR WIDE WINELIST. PLEASE ASK FOR RECOMMENDATIONS TO SUIT YOUR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
HERE

PHOTO	REF	NAME OF WINE/DESCRIPTION	NETT/BTL
		CHAMPAGNE/SPARKLING WINE
	PW35 PW36 PW37 PW38 PW39	NICOLAS FEUILLATE BRUT CHAMPAGNE NV (200ML) NICOLAS FEUILLATE BRUT CHAMPAGNE NV (75CL) NICOLAS FEUILLATE BRUT CHAMPAGNE NV (150CL) NICOLAS FEUILLATE ROSE NICOLAS FEUILLATE BLANC DE BLANC	$55.00 $95.00 $235.00 $130.00 $130.00
	PW99	CHAMPS- ELYSEES BRUT NV (FRANCE)	$45.00
		WHITE WINES	NETT/BTL
		CHILE
	PW22	VINA SEGU CALIBORO (MAULE VALLEY) SAUVIGNON BLANC or CHARDONNAY	$30.00

		FRANCE
	PW32	CHATEAU DE RESPIDE (GRAVES) BLANC 2000/2001	$45.00
		GERMANY
	SO15 SO16	Riesling Kabinett, Bert Simon, Saar Fresh & light with just a hint of minerality, a perfect companion with local dishes Riesling Kabinett, Anselmann, Pflaz A wonderfully refreshing wine of intense aromas and juicy acidity.	$65.00 $55.00
		NEW ZEALAND
		SPAIN
		RED WINES	NETT/BTL
		AUSTRALIA - NEW SOUTH WALES
	SO01 SO02	SEVEN OAKS (HUNTER VALLEY) SHIRAZ A untypically elegant-styled Shiraz with dark fruit flavours & good extraction of ripe tannins.	$65.00
		CHILE
	PW21	VINA SEGU CALIBORO (MAULE VALLEY) MERLOT or CABERNET SAUVIGNON	$30.00

		FRANCE
	PW33	CHARTRON LA FLEUR, BORDEAUX AOC 1999/2000	$40.00
	PW34	LE CHARMES DE KIRWAN. MARGAUX 1999	$100.00

		SPAIN
	PW12	TORREMILANOS (RIBERA DEL DUERO/TORO) VALPICULATA 1999	$75.00
	PW13	DOMINIO DE EGUREN (RIBERA DEL DUERO) TORREABALDE TINTO NV	$35.00
		DESSERT WINE	NETT/BTL

		OTHER

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1. Prices are NETT. Payment via CASH or personal CHEQUE payable to "HappyVines.com" or PAYPAL in major currencies (USD, EUR & SGD) and major Credit Cards.

2. FREE delivery for minimum purchase of $400, otherwise S$30 per delivery location. For less, you may self-collect at Block 21 Dover Crescent Unit: 04-348, at no extra charge.

3. Some of these wines are of limited quantity. Please note that wines are sold subject to their remaining unsold, upon receipt of your order.

4. Please allow 3 working days for self-collection & home deliveries.

5. Please note that prices are subject to change without further notice.

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