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NEW WHITES (new vintage) Excelsior 2015 Chardonnay @ $8.99 crisp and mouthwatering, with lively flavors of green apple, citrus and pineapple (new vintage) Beyond 2015 Sauvignon Blanc @ $9.99 From the east slopes of South Africa’s Constantienberg, packed with notes of tropical fruit, backed by an herbal and mineral edge (new vintage) Uby 2015 Colombard/Ugni Blanc @ $9.99 A very fresh blend of Colombard (75%) and Ugni Blanc (25%) from Gascony, with aromas of grapefruit and lemon, a rich and powerful body enhancing its aromas, and a long yet crisp finish A 60/40 blend of the two grapes from the Languedoc, juicy and crisp, a refreshing crowd-pleaser Bernier 2014 Chardonnay @ $10.99 An estate-bottled Chardonnay from just outside the Muscadet appellation in the Loire, bright and tasty, made in a fresh unoaked style with fruit flavors that echo pears and apples (new vintage) Hughes Beaulieu 2014 Picpoul de Pinet @ $10.99 fine aromas of grapefruit and exotic fruit, lime flavors with typical focusing acidity that are hallmarks of this grape Glenora NV Dry Riesling @ $11.99 From the Finger Lakes, with fresh fruit aromas of apricots and peaches and a semi-dry finish balanced by bright acidity (new vintage) Babich 2015 Sauvignon Blanc @ $11.99 classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, with lively acidity framing a fresh palate with notes of apple, citrus and minerals (new vintage) Ancient Peaks 2014 Sauvignon Blanc @ $12.99 From one of the Paso Robles region’s coolest growing environments, a single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc with a fine balance of ripeness and raciness, with crisp acidity and appealing mineral accents Verdiere 2014 Vouvray @ $13.99 Chenin Blanc from the Loire, semi-sweet, honeyed and toasty, with vibrant fruit tones Rauen 2014 Riesling Halbtrocken @ $13.99 Light-bodied and crisp with good minerality and a touch of sweetness (new vintage) Red Newt 2013 Circle Riesling @ $13.99 From the Finger Lakes, lithe and dancing in texture yet robustly concentrated, with yellow peach and cherry flavors Coroncino 2013 Verdicchio “Il Bacco” @ $13.99 Authentic, agile, and elegant, a white wine that balances on the palate (new vintage) Pomar Junction 2014 Picnic Chardonnay @ $14.99 A fresh, crisp, unoaked Chardonnay from Paso Robles, with apple flavors and natural underlying richness Ancarani 2014 Pignoletto @ $14.99 gentle and elegant, with soft minerality, apple and citrus on the nose, lively and fragrant, with a subtle nuttiness on the finish Canayli 2014 Vermentino @ $14.99 dry and full-bodied on the palate, refreshing, with a long citric-edged finish D’Amico 2014 Orvieto “Noe” @ $14.99 A three-grape blend from Umbria, fresh and balanced, with a soft finish (new vintage) Gini 2014 Soave @ $14.99 A superlative expression of Garganega, the grape used to make Soave, with white blossoms and delicate fruit on the nose, stony minerality, and bright refreshing acidity Jolys 2013 Jurancon Sec @ $14.99 From the largerst private estate in the Jurancon appellation in southwestern France, elegant and intense, fresh, fruity and rich on the palate Fess Parker 2014 Marcella’s White @ $15.99 A white Rhone blend from Santa Barbara, with bright, fresh acidity backing generous peach and apricot flavors and enticing spice and mineral notes for complexity Pierre Morey 2013 Aligote @ $15.99 An impressive version of “the other white grape of Burgundy,” precise, herbal, and lemony, with a lively finish Melsheimer 2012 Riesling @ $15.99 Medium-bodied and dry, with lemon oil and minerals on the nose and apples, citrus, and tropical fruit on the palate (new vintage) Schoech 2014 Cotes d’Ammerschwihr @ $15.99 primarily Pinot Blanc with a touch of Muscat … a fine, elegant wine of great value Caprai 2015 Grecante/Grechetto @ $16.99 From Umbria, crisp and refreshing, all delicate flowers on the nose, with notes of lime and grapefruit Hatziyiannis 2014 Assyrtiko @ $19.99 A light, bright marine white from the island of Santorini, with aromas of sea shells and lemon zest and a surprisingly silky texture Poggio al Tesoro 2014 Vermentino @ $19.99 A medium-bodied, succulent white that captivates with intense hints of flowers and yellow fruit FL 2012 Savennieres @ $20.99 Complex and intense, a quintessential version of Chenin Blanc from the Loire Pepperwood Grove NV Pinot Grigio @ $20.99 3L Box A California Pinot Grigio in the big green box, brightly aromatic, with tangy flavors of green apple and tropical notes of guava backed by great acidity Couselo 2014 Albarino @ $22.99 A clean, easy-drinking version of Spain’s favorite white grape, combining the fragrance of a Mosel Riesling with a more delicate treatment of Sauvignon Blanc (new vintage) Collovray & Terrier 2013 St. Veran @ $22.99 succulent, aromatic unoaked Chardonnay, full of ripe mango and white peach flavors, well-balanced with juicy citrus fruit and a lovely long finish (new vintage) Au Bon Climat 2014 Chardonnay @ $22.99 100% Chardonnay from Santa Barbara; with citrus, stone fruit, apricot, apple and lemon nuances, medium body, and smooth, integrated flavors Guerin 2014 Pouilly Fuisse @ $25.99 An elegant Pouilly-Fuisse from the family-run vineyards of Domaine Guerin, elegant and beautifully balanced, a wonderfully textured white Burgundy with notes of hazelnuts and white peach Niedermayr 2014 Bronner @ $18.99 A northern Italian version of a hybrid German grape, Bronner, similar to Pinot Blanc, with notes of ripe apple on the nose and palate (new vintage) Crochet 2014 Sancerre Croix du Roy @ $29.99 from a single vineyard where the vines are an average of 35 years old, a classic Sancerre with inviting citrus and fruit aromas leading to hints of herb, sweet floral notes, and more ripe fruit on the palate clean, crisp, racy and fruity, with hints of minerals and herbs, the promise of summer in a box Scarbolo 2011 My Time @ $42.99 A blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Friulano from northern Italy, creamy, persistent, and elegant on the palate with generous minerality Arnot Roberts 2014 Chardonnay Watson Ranch @ $46.99 A single-vineyard Napa Chardonnay, subtle and understated, open on the palate with great balance and harmony
NEW REDS (new vintage) Astica 2015 Malbec @ $6.99 A bargain version of Argentina’s signature red grape, full and round on the palate with lots of sweet ripe fruit Trilogie 2015 Malbec @ $9.99 Another bargain Malbec, this one produced by Fabre Montmayou, bright, fresh and juicy and extremely food-friendly Frescobaldi 2014 Remole @ $9.99 An 85/15 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet from a top Tuscan producer, intense yet soft and fruity Valsanzo 2014 Lacrimus Rex @ $10.99 A blend of Garnacha and Graciano from Rioja, medium-bodied, with raspberry and blackberry flavors, supple tannins, and lightly spicy notes C’Est la Vie 2014 Pinot Noir/Syrah @ $10.99 An uncommon blend from the Languedoc, making for a medium-weight red showing bright berries and a dusting of cracked pepper Ilauri 2014 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo @ $10.99 Rich in ripe red fruit notes and layered with forest floor herbal notes, elegantly framed by warm oak spices St. Cyrgues 2013 Costiere du Nimes @ $10.99 A 50/50 blend of Grenache and Syrah from the Rhone, racy and silky, with fruity aromas of strawberries and cherries backed by a slight peppery note Maris 2014 Old School @ $11.99 A blend of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan from the Minervois, with plenty of dark fruits, pepper, and smoky, meaty notes to go with juicy acidity on the palate Masciarelli 2013 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo @ $11.99 Produced at the largest organically-farmed estate in Italy, blending an old-world touch of earthiness with a new-world fruit-forward quality Laroque 2014 Pinot Noir @ $11.99 From near the walled city of Carcassonne, a Pinot with classic cherry fruit and dark toasty spice notes Ciffre 2013 St. Chinian @ $11.99 A rich and well-balanced blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvêdre and Carignan, with opulent blackberry and black currant fruit and a touch of thyme Iuzzolini 2014 Ciro Rosso @ $11.99 From the toe of Italy’s boot, 100% Gaglioppo, a delicious red that is warm, full, balanced, and persistent Montana 2012 Rioja Crianza @ $12.99 Deep blackberry fruit and ferrous minerality complemented by spice and leather, mouthfilling yet fresh Guicharde 2012 Cuvee Genest @ $12.99 From a biodynamically-farmed vineyard, a Cotes du Rhone that is a two-thirds/one-third blend of Grenache and Syrah, complex and balanced, with earthy red fruits and spicy acidity Muxagat 2013 Tinta Barroca @ $12.99 A new and different take on the Douro region of Portugal, light in color, fresh and young, with aromas of cherries, raspberries and roses, an easy-drinking wine Jerzu 2012 Cannonau @ $12.99 100% Cannonau, rich in body and flavor, with aromas of black cherry and garrigue, spicy and velvety, with soft tannins Pizay 2014 Morgon @ $13.99 A ripe wine with plenty of plums and dark cherries, good structure, and some firm tannins Manara 2013 Valpolicella Vecio Belo @ $13.99 A full-bodied and intense version of Valpolicella, beautifully structured, with spicy fruit, cherries and raspberries Perticaia 2013 Rosso @ $13.99 From Umbria, an 80/10/10 blend of Sangiovese, Colorino and Merlot done entirely in stainless steel, vibrantly fresh, aromatic, and lush on the palate Bindi Sergardi 2014 Chianti @ $13.99 From the hills near Siena, an aromatic, fresh-tasting Chianti meant to be drunk young Tsantali 2012 Rapsani @ $13.99 From the foothills of Mount Olympus, a blend of equal parts Xinomavro, Krassato and Stavroto, elegant and velvety yet vibrant on the palate with a mellow lingering finish Carrel 2014 Mondeuse @ $14.99 A supple and generous red from the Savoy region of France, with delicate fruit aromas of strawberries and black currants, floral and spicy notes Le Mondianese 2014 Ruche @ $14.99 A limited-production wine made from one of the Piedmont’s most unusual grapes, medium-bodied, clean and fresh, with dark red berry fruit and hints of black pepper St. Croix 2013 Le Fournas @ $14.99 A blend of old-vine Carignan, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre from Corbieres, medium- to full-bodied, with great depth of flavor, fresh acidity, a flinty minerality, and a long aromatic finish Rouge-Bleu 2012 Dentelle @ $14.99 A blend of Carignan and Grenache from an organic producer in the southern Rhone, medium-bodied, with a light and elegant mouthfeel complemented by gentle tannins and pleasing acidity Tournon 2013 Mathilde Shiraz @ $14.99 Made in Australia by the master of the Rhone Valley, Michel Chapoutier, similar in style to a Crozes-Hermitage or Saint-Joseph, with a palate full of cherry, cranberry, and blueberry fruit with hints of pepper Errazuriz 2013 Max Cabernet @ $14.99 A powerful Cabernet from Chile with flavors of bright cherry, blackberry, herbs and chocolate Marionnet 2013 Gamay @ $14.99 A medium-bodied version of the grape from the Loire Valley, with a nose and palate of strawberry, raspberry, and cassis, pure and fruit-filled on a vibrant finish Emilio Valero 2013 Navarre @ $14.99 A blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Garnacha, and Tempranillo, soft and juicy, with ripe fresh fruits on the nose and palate and a hint of menthol Torre in Pietra 2014 Roma @ $15.99 A blend of Montepulciano, Cesanese, and Sangiovese from near Rome, made and aged in stainless steel and concrete, fruity, elegant, and beautifully balanced Vinum 2013 Petite Sirah @ $15.99 A smooth and supple red from California’s Central Valley, with aromas of smoky leather followed by chocolate and rich red fruit Perraud 2014 Brouilly @ $15.99 A charming version of Beaujolais with soft tannins and great complexity of flavor Barioles 2013 St. Pourcain Auvernat @ $15.99 A blend of Gamay and Pinot Noir from the Auvergne combining the best of both grapes, the freshness and fruitiness of the Gamay and the earthiness, spice, and minerality of the Pinot Terme 2013 Sablet @ $16.99 A blend of Grenacdhe and Syrah from the Rhone, aged in enamel-coated vats, a wine that is rich, textured, and exceptionally pure (new vintage) Andrew Murray 2014 Syrah @ $16.99 From California’s Santa Ynez Valley, dark and full-bodied yet with gentle tannins, lots of fruit and spices on the palate Taurino 2007 Notarpanaro @ $16.99 100% Negroamaro from the Salento region of southern Italy, rich and full-bodied offering delicious flavors of ripe red berries, pepper, anise and spice Gagliole 2013 Rubiole @ $16.99 A blend of Sangiovese and Merlot from the Chianti Classico region of Tuscant, elegant, richly fruited, medium-bodied, with crisp acidity and fine tannins Ransom 2012 Reds @ $17.99 A Bordeaux-styled blend from Oregon’s Rogue Valley, with aromas of black currant, leather and earth, flavors of black plum on the palate punctuated by juicy acidity Font Bernard 2010 St. Emilion @ $17.99 From the Bordeaux vintage of the century, supple and smooth in that classic Saint Emilion way, with lush notes of chocolate, dried figs, rose petals and toast rounding out its body Doyac 2010 Haut Medoc @ $$17.99 A value-priced Bordeaux, smooth and balanced, with cherry and pomegranate notes and lots of dusty French terroir Domaine L’Echevin 2013 St. Maurice @ $17.99 A Syrah/Grenache blend from vines planted in 1972, ripe and forward with good acidity, mixing freshness with refined fruit Prevostini 2012 Santa Rita Rosso di Valtellina @ $17.99 100% Nebbiolo from Lombardy, crisp and dry on the palate, with a wealth of bold aromas Planeta 2013 Cerasuola di Vittoria @ $18.99 a blend of Nero d'Avola and Frappato, a big, plush Cerasuolo with sweet red fruit, spices, and flowers Chateau Lafayette Renau 2013 Cabernet Franc @ $18.99 From New York’s Finger Lakes region, a supple and velvety Cab Franc with black cherry and berry flavors and a finish dominated by firm tannins Amancaya 2013 Malbec/Cabernet @ $18.99 A roughly 65/35 blend of the two grapes that offers a harmonious balance between the Argentinian and Bordeaux styles, deep and harmonious, with a pleasant soft mouthfeel and mellow tannins Mocali 2014 Rosso di Montalcino @ $19.99 100% Sangiovese from Tuscany, delicately dry and aromatic, with long-lasting flavors (new vintage) The Huntsman 2013 Cabernet @ $19.99 From the Ross Andrew winery in Washington’s Columbia Valley, a crisp and racy Cabernet with notes of vanilla and black raspberry, clean, lively, and well balanced Les Brebis 2014 Pinot Noir @ $19.99 An Oregon Pinot made in a lighter, more elegant style, quite fruit forward, with some spicy characteristics Montinore Estate 2014 Pinot Noir @ $19.99 An Oregon Pinot with a bold palate ripe with strawberries, red cherries, and black plums, well balanced by bright acid within well structured tannins The Grifter 2013 Red @ $19.99 A Napa blend of primarily Cabernet, Merlot, and Zinfandel, oaky and rich, with nuts, spice and cedar on the palate, and aromas of toffee and berry pie Savary 2014 Bourgogne Epineuils @ $19.99 A Burgundian Pinot from grapes grown in the far north, very near Chablis, remarkably light, pretty, and very ethereal Santa Carolina 2012 Carmenere @ $19.99 intense in the mouth, with silky tannins, hints of plums, and a long persistent finish Caprai 2013 Montefalco @ $19.99 A blend of Sangiovese, Sagrantino and Merlot from Umbria, fresh and concentrated, with a nose of fresh berries, juicy and full of energy L’Umami 2014 Pinot Noir @ $19.99 Another outstanding Oregon Pinot from the memorable 2014 vintage, fresh, clean and savory with a hint of pepper Cieck 2013 Canavese Rosso @ $20.99 A four-grape blend from Piedmont dominated by Barbera, warm and dry with good structure and a lingering aftertaste Ciolli 2013 Olevano Romano “Silene” @ $21.99 100% Cesanese from Lazio, from a winery about an hour east of Rome, balanced and fresh, with good ripeness and acidity, smooth tannins that show a little pepper and herbs Maison de la Cabotte 2013 Bourgogne @ $21.99 True Burgundian character at an extremely great value, aromatically complex with just a touch of toasty oak, bursting with cherry fruit and spice on the palate Domaine Bersan 2013 Irancy @ $22.99 Almost entirely Pinot Noir, done in stainless steel, from the far north of Burgundy, with warm notes of red fruits and crunchy, well-integrated tannins Kunin 2014 Pape Star @ $22.99 A Rhone blend from California’s Central Coast, winemaker Seth Kunin’s homage to Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Grenache-driven with bright berry fruit, earth, and spice Le Grand Retour 2012 Plan de Dieu @ $22.99 A full-bodied, smooth Cotes-du-Rhone, unoaked, robuts yet supple, combining rich fruit and savory notes Venier 2014 Cheverney @ $23.99 An 80/20 blend of Pinot Noir and Gamay from the Loire, light in body, fresh and aromatic, with notes of spring flowers, red fruits, and herbs Luce della Vite 2013 Lucente @ $23.99 warm and well rounded, with supple tannins that are perfectly integrated into the wine's structure Liger-Belair 2013 Bourgogne @ $24.99 a Pinot from vineyards at the edge of Nuits-St. Georges, with explosive dark red fruit and a crunchy texture (new vintage) Owen Roe 2014 Abbot’s Table @ $26.99 A blend of grapes from Washington’s Yakima Valley that changes from year to year, in 2014 comprising Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Blaufrankisch, and Malbec, rich and structured, with a palate brimming with blueberries, white pepper, and black tea Cabotte 2014 Monthelie @ $26.99 A lovely Burgundy with great structure, dark cherry and cranberry fruit coupled with notes of rose petal and earthy cedar and spice Stolpman 2014 Para Maria Red @ $26.99 100% estate-grown Syrah, partially carbonic-fermented and done in concrete, impeccably fresh and with a pure fruit profile Coppo 2007 Alterego Monferrato @ $29.99 A blend of Barbera and Cabernet from the Piedmont region of Italy, with dark cherries, plums and licorice on the palate and sweet silky tannins framing a racy finish (new batch) Sean Thackrey NV Pleiades XXIII @ $29.99 Elegant, rich, and refined, a blend (possibly) of Syrah, Sangiovese, Mourvedre, Barbera, Carignane, Petite Sirah and Viognier, among others Bethel Heights 2012 Pinot Noir @ $29.99 An Oregon Pinot that is full and layered on the palate, with black and red fruits over herbal notes, great acidity, and delicate fine-grained tannins Picayune 2012 Padlock Red @ $29.99 A Napa Valley blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc, elegant, rich and round with attractive texture and excellent acidity, only 600 cases made Cambiata 2013 Dornfelder @ $32.99 Made from a German grape transplanted to California’s Santa Lucia Highlands, velvety and extremely lengthy on the palate, with almost port-like flavors of milk chocolate and ripe raspberry-cranberry juice Loring 2013 Pinot Noir Garys’ Vineyard @ $32.99 A Pinot from the Santa Lucia Highlands, luxurious and sexy, with raspberries, cola, and peppercorns on the nose and notes of red berries and hibiscus on the palate Palacios Remondo 2010 Propriedad Rioja @ $37.99 The estate’s flagship wine, a blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha, soft and sultry but with exceptional structure Artadi 2007 Pagos Viejos Rioja @ $39.99 Sourced from Artadi’s three best and highest-elevation vineyard sites, all planted to Tempranillo vines more tha 75 years of age, dense and smoky, with a blend of black fruits and a fine grip of tannin Lorenzon 2012 Mercurey Clos des Champs Martin @ $39.99 A red Burgundy of great purity and minerality, with intense ripe red fruit on both the nose and the palate Fort Ross 2009 Pinotage @ $42.99 A South African varietal transplanted to the Sonoma Coast, bold and well balanced, with notes of dark fruit, blackberry and plum, herb and vanilla overtones that carry it through a very long finish Vajra 2012 Freisa @ $44.99 a stellar interpretation of a rare Italian varietal with layers of dark ripefr uit, rich, deep and powerful yet amazingly light on its feet (new vintage) The Prisoner 2013 Red @ $46.99 a Zinfandel-driven field blend, made by one of California’s true maverick winemakers, with aromas and flavors of ripe wild berry fruit and soft integrated tannins that make for a pleasant finish Lexington 2011 Cabernet Gist Ranch @ $59.99 A Bordeaux-focused offering from the Thomas Fogarty Winery, an 80/20 blend of Cabernet and Merlot, aromas of berries and purple flowers, dainty yet dynamic on the palate, with blue fruit and espresso, restrained and elegant throughout Heitz 2009 Cabernet @ $55.99 Widely hailed as the Best Heitz Cabernet bottling ever, a wine in perfect balance, with bright acidity, fine tannins, rich texture, and generous fruit Etude 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon @ $88.99 A lush Napa Valley Cabernet with warm plums and dark berries on the palate, a satisfyingly rich texture, velvety tannins and a long finish
NEW ROSES Mulderbosch 2015 Rose @ $10.99 a South African Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé issuing from specially farmed vineyards specifically to produce rosé fruit, with vibrant, zesty aromas and a fresh mineral palate Deidiere 2015 Cotes de Provence @ $12.99 A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Carignane and Cinsault, light and refreshing, with underlying savory notes Torre dei Beati 2014 Cerasuolo Rosato @ $17.99 A full-bodied, ripe pink wine made entirely from Montepulciano d’Abruzzo grapes, with aromas and flavors of pomegranates, strawberries, and cherries, fresh acidity and relatively low alcohol Wolffer 2015 Rose @ $17.99 From Long Island’s south fork, In this vintage a six-grape blend that has round, ripe fruit flavors accented by fresh citrus and mineral Miraval 2015 Cotes de Provence @ $25.99 A joint venture between the Perrin family of the Rhone and Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, refined and elegant, with pure flavors of dried red berry and tangerine, and a focused finish with flint and spice notes
ALSO NEW AND NOTEWORTHY Humberto Canale NV Extra Brut @ $13.99 A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with a delicate bouquet of fresh white-fleshed fruit, well balanced, fresh and fruity on the palate Lusvardi Lambrusco Brut @ $17.99 A medium bodied sparkling red with fresh cherry fruit, and a long, bone dry finish Nino Franco NV Vigneto Riva San Floriano @ $20.99 A single-vineyard wine, elegant and structured, highly aromatic, with good acidity and great persistence Hochstadter’s Slow & Low Rock and Rye @ $21.99 combines a master blend of aged rye whiskies, three citrus peels: lemon, grapefruit and orange before being infused with a tiny amount of 100% raw, local honey and pure cane rock candy - creating a drink similar to an Old Fashioned, mellow with slightly sweet flavors Hochstadter’s Straight Rye 100 Proof @ $35.99 A blend of five different straight ryes from around the country (and Canada), aged 4 to 15 years, intense and spicy with plenty of complexity Shinshu Mars “Iwai” Japanese Whiskey @ $37.99 A very weighty and complex spirit, with complex aromas and a rich texture White Oak “Akashi” Japanese Whiskey @ $43.99 A blend of malt and grain whiskies, aged in ex-bourbon barrels and finished in ex-sherry casks, soft and full on the palate El Luchador Organic Tequila @ $49.99 Made from organic agave, single-estate-grown, bottled at 110 proof, racy on the nose and silky sweet with notes of nougat and coconut Gifted Horse American Whiskey @ $59.99 The newest offering from Diageo’s Orphan Barrel project, a blend of four-year-old Indiana corn whiskey and straight bourbon and seventeen-year-old Tennessee bourbon, with an expressive apple nose, well integrated oak, and a nice roundness and soft finesse on the palate Lagavullin “Distiller’s Edition” 1999 16 Year @ $99.99 Pure peated flavor and a creamy, supple mouthfeel, aged in ex-sherry casks for an extra rich profile to balance out all the Islay peat |
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