Inviting, refreshing aroma and flavor; fruitiness from a very traditional yeast strain; and smooth rich body with a bit of thirst-quenching acidity in the finish. The glowing, golden hazy color of Blanche de Namur comes from the use of wheat and from bottling with live brewer's yeast. Best served with red meat or game; intense cheeses, including aged cheeses; full-flavored shellfish like mussels. Can pair with intensely-seasoned dishes.
CN¥98.00
Cool off with this refreshing white beer in a large 750ml bottle.
Blanche de Namur is made from barley malt, unmalted wheat, hops, and the classic witbier spices: coriander and bitter orange peel. It also has a touch of brewer's licorice. Hopping levels are fairly low to allow the spices to shine through; the yeast strain is traditional, and Blanche de Namur is bottle-conditioned.
"Cloudy, smooth and mellow, the Blanche de Namur is a very high-quality wheatbeer. From the first sip, you will feel all its roundness and its delicacy that make it an outstanding wheatbeer.
Its qualities and the brewery’s know-how earned it the honour of being named the best wheatbeer in the world (2009)."
Description
Appearance : Blond, cloudy and milky colour (colloidal turbidity when cold): the cloudiness is created when the beer is cold but can disappear when the beer warms up or is kept in the cold for too long a time. Aroma : Fine fruity, revealing the spices used: coriander and bitter orange. Taste : llow beer, thirst-quenching but smooth, slightly acid flavour, powdery consistency on the tongue, not bitter. Remark : Best when drunk between 2° and 4°C.
Serving suggestions
Game, red meats, highly-seasoned white meats.
4.5% ABV
“The Best Wheatbeer in the World”: In 2013, the Blanche de Namur was voted best Wheatbeer in the world at the international competition International Beer Challenge 2013
“The Best Wheatbeer in Europe”: In 2012, the Blanche de Namur was voted best Wheatbeer in Europe at the international competition WBA - WORLD BEER AWARDS
“The Best Wheatbeer in the World”: In 2009, the Blanche de Namur was voted best Wheatbeer in the world at the international competition www.tastingbeers.com
Blanche of Namur was the daughter of John, Count of Namur. It is told that Magnus IV Eriksson, King of Sweden and Norway, was attracted by the young princess’s beauty, when he was travelling to France in search of a prestigious wife. The princess embarked for Scandinavia in August 1335 and was never to see the banks of the Meuse again. She would become Queen of Norway, Sweden and Scania. In memory of her beauty, her sweetness and her delicacy, the Brasserie Du Bocq dedicated a wheatbeer to her: The “Blanche de Namur”.
Caliterra wines from Chile... all now 50% off
The Colchagua Valley is home to the Caliterra Estate, located 200 km (125 miles) south of Santiago and 60 km (37 miles) from the coast at 150 meters above sea level (500 feet a.s.l.). This famous valley is characterized by its geography, its great diversity of soils and Mediterranean climate, where cool nights and gentle breezes from the coast of Pacific and the Andes, makes this region an ideal location for the production of high-end red varieties.
Caliterra Shiraz Tributo 2009
Tasting notes: Very deep and lively colour. Aromas of intense cacao and raspberry notes intermingle with a strong vanilla sensation. On the palate, this soft and delicate wine has sweet notes, finishing in a long, complex and elegant sensation.
Regular Price: CN¥296.00
CN¥148.00
Caliterra Carmenere Reserva 2011
Tasting notes: This wine has a deep, almost black colour. Parts of the aroma come from the grape itself, accompanied by other essences after aging in oak barrels. You can find blackberry and raspberry notes followed by hints of cinnamon, anise and licorice. On the palate, the feeling is very soft with round, ripe and smooth tannins. Outstanding fruit with an elegant, complex, long lasting and attractive finish.
Regular Price: CN¥196.00
CN¥98.00
Caliterra Reserva Sauvignon Blanc
Aroma: This zesty and refreshing wine has aromas of flowers enhanced by tropical and citrus hints such as pineapple and lemon.
Tasting Notes: Pale greenish yellow color and a very bright Sauvignon Blanc. The nose is intensely aromatic, highlighting its great freshness and aromas of tropical fruits like mango and passion fruit. Also it stands for its citrus and mineral notes, and some hints of green pepper and tomato leaves. In the mouth it shows a pleasant acidity and a citrus feeling that make it an easy white wine to harmonize dishes.
13% ABV
Regular Price: CN¥118.00
CN¥98.00
The five Scotch whiskies in the signature range from Compass Box cover the entire spectrum of Scotch whisky styles, from the delicate, sweet character of Asyla, to the subtle vanilla, clove and fruity characteristics of Oak Cross, the rich and spice notes of The Spice Tree, the peatysmoky character of The Peat Monster and the elegant flavours of vanilla cream, toffee and coconut in Hedonism. Each is made from the highest quality casks, to create more complexity. The whiskies are combined according to each recipe and returned to casks for marrying up to 24 months before bottling. Steps like these enhance complexity, flavour integration and soft mouthfeel.
"John Glaser is an artist" – Saveur Magazine
After many years in the wine trade, American ex-pat John Glaser entered the world of Scotch whisky, learning his art through one of the industry's largest companies. In 2000, he started Compass Box Whisky Company, based on his commitment to evolving practices in the industry to make great Scotch whisky more approachable and relevant to more people. From the beginning, his vision has been to create one of Scotland's finest and most exciting whisky companies, re-establishing the standards for quality and style in the industry. Today, John Glaser is considered one of the most respected whiskymakers of his generation.
In addition to the signature range we are also carry the fruity infusion whisky The Orangerie, and two limited editions from Compass Box: Flaming Heart and The Delilah's.
Flavour Descriptors:
Sweet, delicate and very smooth on the palate, with flavours of vanilla-cream, cereals and a subtle apple-like fruit character.
Recommendations:
Ideal as an aperitif served in a white wine or similar glass with chilled water to taste. Try before a meal with shavings of Parmigiano Reggiano.
Distillery Sourcing:
Single malts from the towns of Alness and Longmorn; single grain whisky from Fife.
Wood:
100% first-fill American oak ex-Bourbon.
Bottling Details:
Bottled at 40%. Not chill filtered. Natural colour.
CN¥410.00
Compass Box Oak Cross Vatted Malt Scotch Whisky
Flavour Descriptors:
On the palate, notes of clove and vanilla accent a sweet maltiness and subtle fruit character.
Recommendations:
Suitable as an aperitif served with a chilled water in the winter months. Full enough to serve as a summertime digestif. Excellent match for many cheeses.
Distillery Sourcing:
Made entirely of Highland single malt whiskies from the villages of Brora (fruitiness), Carron (meatiness) and Alness (perfume).
Wood:
All the whiskies are aged for their primary maturation in a mix of American oak cask types. The marrying casks are a mix of first-fill Bourbon barrels and our proprietary “Oak Cross” casks made of American and new French oaks.
Bottling Details:
Bottled at 43%. Natural colour. Not chill filtered.
CN¥435.00
Compass Box Spice Tree Vatted Malt Scotch Whisky
Flavour Descriptors:
Big, sweet aromas of clove, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla. The palate is full, round and sweet, with the spice and vanilla complementing the core distillery characters and leaving a long finish.
Recommendations:
Its rich, bold flavours make it most suitable for afterdinner sipping, as an accompaniment to certain cheeses, and ideal in cocktails.
Distillery Sourcing:
Made entirely of Highland single malt whiskies from the villages of Brora (fruitiness), Carron (meatiness) and Alness (perfume).
Wood:
Primary maturation: first-fill and refill American oak. Secondary maturation: custom barrels with heavily toasted new French oak heads sourced from 195 year-old Vosges forests.
Bottling Details:
Bottled at 46%. Natural colour. Not chill filtered.
Flavour Descriptors:
Peaty, smoky malt with hints of fruitiness; a balanced whisky with great depth and complexity.
Recommendations:
A fantastic late-night digestif whisky. Excellent with blue vein cheeses.
Distillery Sourcing:
Made from a marriage of an Islay South shore malt, a peated malt, a peated malt from the Isle of Mull and a smoky Speyside malt.
Wood:
Refill American oak.
Bottling Details:
Bottled at 46%. Not chill filtered. Natural colour.
CN¥470.00
Compass Box Hedonism Vatted Grain Scotch Whisky
Flavour Descriptors:
Elegant flavours of vanilla cream, toffee, coconut.
Recommendations:
As an aperitif, serve with a small amount of chilled water. Late in the evening, serve neat. Also makes a great whisky sour.
Distillery Sourcing:
Will vary according to batch but typically whiskies from the following distilleries: Cameron Bridge, Carsebridge, Cambus, Port Dundas or Dumbarton.
Wood:
100% first-fill American oak barrels or rejuvenated American oak Hogsheads.
Bottling Details:
43%. Not chill filtered. Natural colour.
CN¥840.00
Compass Box Delilah's Blended Scotch Whisky
Developed jointly by John Glaser and Mike Miller, it is an expression of their shared vision that great whisky should be enjoyed by all. It is an intense yet subtly complex Scotch whisky aged in a mix of experimental new American oak barrels and rejuvenated American oak hogsheads. This bestows it with a lovely, intense richness, vanilla character and sweetness. It has been created to be perfect served as a shot with a beer!
It is a big, smoky malt whisky with rich, concentrated vanilla and spice character. It is unlike any other whisky, owing to the combination of distillery whiskies used and the variety and quality of the casks.
CN¥1395.00
Compass Box Orangerie Scotch Whisky Infusion
Fascinating aromas of fresh-peeled orange and Christmas cake spices rise from the glass. On the palate, soft, rich whisky flavours blend with hints of vanilla, cassia bark and clove, offset by sweet-natured orange. Orangerie is extremely versatile. Served slightly chilled, it is a wonderful match with dark chocolate.
