Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Saturday, October 4, 2014
October 2014 Table Club and Cru Features
October 2014 Table Club Features
Feudo Zirtari
Feudo Zirtari displays rich floral and fruity notes, with a faint hint of almond. These sensations are echoed on the palate, along with an acidity that balances out the wine's alcoholic warmth. Inzolia, a local Italian varietal, and Chardonnay come together in a wine that is the perfect match for fish dishes and delicate meats.
Hugo Gruner Veltliner
Hugo Gruner Veltliner has a fresh green apple fruity aroma. It is accented by flavors of lemon, lime and peaches, with a solid fruit core. It's rich in finesse, with a beautiful length and mineral tones.The ideal wine for seafood and poultry.
The 2010 Dows Vale do Bomfim Douro Red begins with pleasing aromas of blackberry, baking spice and pepper. Tasting the wine reveals lots of rich, juicy dark fruit plus sweet, grippy tannins and good acidity. Spicy oak notes lurk underneath the fruit and come out towards the end. The finish is dry, long and delicious.
Vina Gormaz
Vina Gormaz Vendimia Seleccionada incorporates Tempranillo grapes from dry-farmed vineyard plots over 50 years old, fermented in cement tanks. Structure and richness are obtained from the sweet old-vine fruit, resulting in a mineral, earthy complexity without the need for oak aging. It pairs well with a variety of cheeses, grilled meats, and poultry.
October 2014 Cru Club Features
Auzells
Auzells white wine blend is pure, full of minerals, and clean. It has a delicate texture and peachy fruit aromas.With many different aspects from the soils in the vineyards, winemaker Tomàs Cusiné works with an multitude of grape varieties. The Azulles has a blend of five grapes: macabeu, sauvignon blanc, chardonnay, albariño and riesling.
800 Soles
The 800 Soles Limited Edition 2010 red is a blend of malbec, cabernet franc, syrah, cabernet sauvignon, and bonarda grapes.
Fable Mountain Vineyards Syrah
Fable Mountain Vineyards 2011 Syrah is comprised of fruit grown 100% from the vineyard's estate in Tulbagh South Africa. Bright crimson with distinct ruby color. A freshness and complexity on the nose with elderberries violets, licorice and spice. Beautifully layered red fruits on the palate as well as an unfolding texture of structure elegance and finesse.
Monday, September 1, 2014
September 2014 Table Club Features
September 2014 Table Club Features
Casa do Valle Branco
Vinho Verde white made with Arinto, Azal and Loureiro grape varieties. Produced exclusively with estate grown grapes, this dry white wine of pale straw color has an elegant floral and tropical aroma. It is a very fresh wine that works well as an apperitif or paired with sushi.
Cycles Gladiator Pinot Grigio
Crisp and refreshing wine with pomelo and tropical lychee on the nose. The palate is clean and medium bodied, balancing mild acidity and a touch of creaminess. Flavors of white peach and ripe grapefruit on the palate. Perfect paired with caesar salad or pan seared tilapia.
Vaona Odino Valpolicella
Blend of Corvinao, Corinone, Rondinella and Molinara produces a youthful and lush wine with a refreshing floral component on the nose.
Chateau de L'Estang Bordeaux
Coming from Cotes de Castillon, just outside of St Emilion, it displays wonderful sweet black currant and black cherry fruit and silky tannins with a plush mouthfeel.
Monday, July 7, 2014
July 2014 Table Club Features
Sivas Sonoma Sauvignon Blanc, California
The aroma has an intense concentration of grass & kaffir lime, mixed with notes of Asian pear. Bright & full of character, the nose is pure Sauvignon Blanc. On the palate, this wine has a wonderful contrast between the rich, creamy mouthfeel from the Russian River portion of the blend & the bright, citrus flavors from Sonoma Valley, creating flavors of lemon curd & key lime pie. This wine is medium-bodied yet focused, with a silky texture that lingers on the mid-palate as the flavors change from citrus to fresh cut grass.
Montes Chardonnay, Chile
This wine is fermented both in cask (60%) & in stainless steel (40%). Half of the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation under strictly controlled conditions, to maintain fruity aromas & encourage complexity in the wine. Pale greeny-gold in color, its aroma combines butteriness, vanilla & tropical fruit. A fresh wine; fruity, with good body & balance; creamy & complex mid-palate, with an elegant finish.
Montes Twins Red, Chile
Beautiful lively ruby red color. Young & great power in this wine. The perfect harmony between the aromas of red fruits from Cabernet Sauvignon & the hint of plums from Malbec makes this wine very elegant & attractive. Sweet, fresh & firm tannins from Cabernet Sauvignon combine very nicely with the velvety & smooth body from Malbec. A seductive lingering in the mouth.
Don Rodolfo Tannat, Argentina
Tannat wines are often characterized by elegant, soft tannins & blackberry fruit notes. Don Rodolfo Tannat is an intense red color with dark purples hues. On the nose, aromas of rich red berries & black currant, with hints of chocolate. It is a bold, expressive & exotic wine.
Monday, June 2, 2014
April 2014 CRU & Table Club Wines
Host
& Toast Cru Club
This
month is different…you get a choice!
Taste 3 wines, choose the 2 you like the best!
Heartland
Director’s Cut Shiraz, Australia, 2012
The
deep color gives a clue to the concentration of arom and flavors to
follow. Dark cherry and blackberry fruit
dominate the nose with undercurrents of blck licorice and pepper. The palate brings to mind a berry compote
enriched by elusive hints of spice.
Jonata Todos
Vineyard Blend, Santa Ynez Valley, CA, 2010
95
POINTS—Wine Advocate
Over
75% Syrah, it offers up knockout aromas and flavors, full-bodied richness and a
seamless, layered profile that is hard to resist. Blackberry liqueur, caramelized
beef, chocolate and flowers are just some of the nuances here. This pure,
polished 2010 can be enjoyed now or cellared for a decade.
Domaine
Weinbach Gewürztraminer, Alsace, 2011
Bright
yellow with aromas of rose, jasmine and spices.
Flavors of lime, tropical fruit, and vanilla on the palate. An insanely
good wine for the summer, it will pair well with French cheese such as Muenster
and Roquefort.
Host
& Toast Table Club
Come in to taste all 4, and choose your 2 favorite!
Praidis
Vermentino de Sardignia, Italy
Straw in color with a hint of honeysuckle on the
nose, this light and lively white wine is perfect with seafood dishes or
sipped on its own.
Chateau Pilet Bordeaux Blanc
Fruity wine with nice notes of citrus on the nose
and the palate. Easy to drink alone or
pair with cheeses or fish.
Reguengos Tinto, Portugal
Powerful, condensed wine with dark fruits and
solid tannins. Rated 90 points by Wine
Enthusiast, will age well.
Gran Passione
Riserva, Salice Salentino, Italy
The
wine displays a dark ruby red color, and the nose shows deep black fruits like
cherry, plum, and raspberry, supported by pretty floral notes like violet and
notes of oak such as coffee and spice.
The palate is forward and fruity, but complex with leathery notes.
Saturday, March 29, 2014
April 2014 Table Club & Cru Club Selections
Table Club
Accattoli Verdicchio di Matelica
2012 Italy
Verdicchio is a grape that can be viewed as symbol for the Marche. It is believed to be native to this region, and was mentioned in documents as early as the 14th century. Of the two appellations, Jesi and Matelica, we prefer the latter, which produces a firmer more aromatic wine. The Accattoli winery nestled in the hills bordering Umbria, made this fabulous wine.
Front Label Translation: " In the charming hills of Metalica, or Verdicchio is born, an ancient symbol of the Marche. The grapes are harvested at the end of October and vinified in a traditional manner. The wine has a straw yellow color with green reflections ......."
Tasting notes: Bright, lemony fruit with a creamy mouthfeel finishing with a refreshing crisp acidity.
Source: jgwines.com
Fabre Montmayou Rose
2013, Argentina
Crafted with European styling this is perfect for grilled summer fare. Only 1,000 cases made of this Malbec and Merlot blend, which underwent a short eight hour maceration. The nose gives off intense, creamy fruit and hints of tobacco and earth. In the mouth rich layered ripe and chewy sour fruit (cassis, blackberry, and dark cherry) with a hint of earth. Complex bouquet of alpine strawberries, orange rind, and mineral, with fleshy peach and berry notes on the palate. Lively acid on the attack, fuzzy tannins on the tongue. The wine finishes dry, with balanced acidity.
Source: finewineandgoodspirits.com
Anciano Tempranillo
Spain
Anciano Aged 10 Years rated 90 Points (2001, 2000, 1998 vintages) - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate “...a silky textured wine with savory flavors, excellent balance, and no hard edges.
Source: ancianowine.com
M Malbec
2012, France
Deep colored, the nose shows sweet blackberry fruits, violets, and a hint of licorice. The palate is quite full with sweet dark fruits and ripe tannins. Partner with grilled steak and rich casseroles.
Source: wineutopia.co.uk
CRU Club Selections
Bonny Doon Le Cigare Volant, 2007, Central Coast, CA
The newly released cuvée is the 23rd edition of Le Cigare Volant, and it certainly shows the family flavor profile of red fruits, herbal, and earthy notes in a savory, medium-bodied package. Bright ruby red with a pale purplish rim, it offers cherry aromas with a bit of spice, menthol, sassafras, and black pepper. On the palate there is fresh cherry, pomegranate, and red bramble fruit. The wine is peppery and lively with good acidity around an earthy, savory core.
A blend of grenache, syrah, and mourvèdre with just a soupçon of cinsault makes for a bright and wonderfully gamey wine. The chief red in residence, grenache, derives primarily from our traditional Biodynamic® grenache source from Alta Loma Vineyard in Monterey County. This is supplemented with a smidge of our own Estate grenache, adding a discreet spiciness to the attraction. The syrah is principally sourced from Bien Nacido Vineyard in Santa Maria Valley, which produces the closest analogue we have found to a Northern Rhône syrah—tannic and meaty in the lower registers; peppery, fruitful, and delicately floral in the top, all the while showing great balance and harmony. A group of non-irrigated, centenarian Contra Costa vineyards has provided mourvèdre for Cigare for many years. Finally, a dollop of cinsault provides a very particular fragrance of flowers and aromatic herbs.
While the zesty and youthful '07 is excellent right now, aging it for 2-3 more years would be all to the good. We recommend a gentle decanting before consumption.
Source: bonnydoonvineyard.com
Guido Sangiovese, 2010 Walla Walla, WA
Tastes of tobacco, tiny Italian cherries, leather, and anise. Tannins a plenty, tastes great with grilled Italian sausage, peppers and onions.
Source: charlessmithwines.com
Saturday, March 1, 2014
March 2014 Table Club Features
Altos de San Isidro Torrontes
From a 25 acre lot planted in 1970, yielding 10 tons per acre.Cold maceration for 8 hours then cold fermented at 22º C to obtain intense aromas and a clean and fresh mouth feel. No malolactic fermentation, and no oak.
Guy Saget La Petite Perriere Sauvignon Blanc
La Petite Perrière Sauvignon 2010 has a gold color with green gleams. The smell explodes with typical Sauvignon aromas. This vintage is pronounced by the thiols of fresh citrus and white flowers. Lively with good length, the mouth offers pear and litchee aromas with a good freshness resulting of lemony notes.
Lafite Bordeaux Rouge
It's good.
Tussock Jumper Zinfandel
Grapes for the TUSSOCK JUMPER Zinfandel are harvested predominantly from vineyards in the Lodi area in California’s Sacramento River Delta. Lodi has emerged as a star for producing intense, fruity Zin with ripe berry flavours. Grapes are cooled off on warm Central Valley days by the breezes off the Delta, extending the growing season and adding layers of flavour. Crisp red berry and currant flavors, a touch of spice and a smooth yet crisp finish.
Sunday, February 2, 2014
February 2014 Table Club & Cru Club Selections
Cru Club Selections
La Mondianese Barbera Superiore
A gorgeous bouquet, suggestive of currants, dark cherries and chocolate; in the mouth it is rich, full and velvety with a hint of dark berries and spicy overtones. Perfect accompaniment to a rich pasta, roast lamb or beef.
Tukma Gran Corte Red Blend
65% Malbec, 20% Tannat and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. Its intense red color with violet edges gives hints of what kind of wine is to come, and its complex aromas and flavors are of ripe and less ripe red fruits, red pepper, Asian spices, and mocha. It seems to go on forever on the finish. Only 10,000 bottles were produced.
Table Club Selections
Zoe White
The color of this Greek white is bright yellow, with green hues. The nose is fresh with hints of fruit and avacado. Flavors of orange and lemon blossom.
Zoe Rose
Aghiorghitiko 70%, Moscofilero 30%. Vibrant red berry fruits, crisp acidity, elegant palate.
Gran Passione Rosso
Intense red-purple color, tending towards amber with ageing. The wine is full-bodied with good structure. Palate of ripe red and black fruits, fantastic accompaniment to roasted or grilled meats.
Crios Limited Red Blend
Deep ruby color with bluish hues. Nose of black plums coming from Malbec, cherries from Bonarda, and black fruits from Tannat. Dense and complex on palate, finishes smooth.
La Mondianese Barbera Superiore
A gorgeous bouquet, suggestive of currants, dark cherries and chocolate; in the mouth it is rich, full and velvety with a hint of dark berries and spicy overtones. Perfect accompaniment to a rich pasta, roast lamb or beef.
Tukma Gran Corte Red Blend
65% Malbec, 20% Tannat and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. Its intense red color with violet edges gives hints of what kind of wine is to come, and its complex aromas and flavors are of ripe and less ripe red fruits, red pepper, Asian spices, and mocha. It seems to go on forever on the finish. Only 10,000 bottles were produced.
Table Club Selections
Zoe White
The color of this Greek white is bright yellow, with green hues. The nose is fresh with hints of fruit and avacado. Flavors of orange and lemon blossom.
Zoe Rose
Aghiorghitiko 70%, Moscofilero 30%. Vibrant red berry fruits, crisp acidity, elegant palate.
Gran Passione Rosso
Intense red-purple color, tending towards amber with ageing. The wine is full-bodied with good structure. Palate of ripe red and black fruits, fantastic accompaniment to roasted or grilled meats.
Crios Limited Red Blend
Deep ruby color with bluish hues. Nose of black plums coming from Malbec, cherries from Bonarda, and black fruits from Tannat. Dense and complex on palate, finishes smooth.
Saturday, January 4, 2014
TABLE CLUB SELECTIONS
January 2014
Elizabeth Spencer
Sauvignon Blanc
Mendocino, CA
Effusive, yet delicate, aromas of pear blossom, ruby grapefruit and a hint of slate leap from the glass. Luscious flavors of white peach, ripe nectarine and subtle citrus notes leaning towards ruby grapefruit along with hints of tangy apple drape over bright acidity and provide great accompaniment to the vineyard’s hallmark hint of slate and fresh-cut grass. This well-balanced wine holds a light and vibrant intensity consistently through to the finish, which keeps the lively palate refreshed and bright.
Domain Magellan
Vieilles Vignes
Grenache Roussanne
Deep golden in color, with flavors of apricot, vanilla, cream and spice. Rich and full-bodied, with a decadent finish filled with ripe melon and smoke. Distinctive.
Bon Marche'
Red Blend
Napa, CA
"Our red blend was aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels. Aromas of toasty oak, spice, black cherry, plum and vanilla carry over to the palate and are engulfed in a mouth-filling, flavorful, juicy package. This wine was crafted for immediate enjoyment, but for those who enjoy a more complex wine dsiplaying some bottle-aged character, aging for another one to years is a good option."
Indaba Mosaic
76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot,
4% Malbec, 1% Petit Verdot
South Africa
This lip-smacking Bordeaux blend displays alluring aromas and juicy flavors of blackcurrant, ripe brambly berryfruit and dark chocolate, with subtle spice notes. Soft, gentle tannins coat the palate, enticing you to take another sip!
Monday, December 2, 2013
Table Club Selections
December 2013
Monteagrelo Syrah
Intense red
color. Spicy aromas, coffee and cinnamon notes. Delicate and well balanced.
Good concentration, ample in the mouth, elegant flavors, harmonious and a long
finish.
Caldora Montepulciano
Ruby red with
garnet reflections, intense and persistent fragrance, fruity with vanilla
essence. Well-bodied, tannic and well-balanced, ready to drink.
The Curator
Shows range, with juicy Jonagold apple, white ginger,
heather, honeysuckle and green almond notes, backed by an unadorned, juicy
finish. Solid. Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Sémillon blend.
DMZ Rose
This crowdpleasing rosé displays alluring aromas and juicy flavors of pomegranate, watermelon and strawberries, accented with delicate floral and spice hints.
Monday, November 4, 2013
November 2013 Wine Club Features
Ara Single Estate Pinot Gris 2011
Ara’s first release of Single Estate Pinot Gris 2011 won Champion Pinot Gris at the inaugural Marlborough Wine Show. Small parcels of fruit were selected for their structure and weight as well as their aromatics then hand harvested and gently whole bunch pressed. The result is a highly aromatic wine with a concentration of flavors distinctive of Ara’s Single Estate Wines, balanced with a wonderful minerality and crisp citrus acidity.
Cameron Hughes Lot 324 Chardonnay 2010
Orange blossom, lemon curd, and toasted almond aromatics underpinned with spicy pear and apple aromas. Sourced from the Atlas Peak AVA in California.
Cameron Hughes Lot 254 Meritage 2008
This Bordeaux blend is 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 12% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot and 4% Malbec that are sourced from vineyards and a winery in the Happy Canyon AVA which is located inside the Santa Ynez Valley AVA. The color is ruby red with black highlights. The nose is strawberry and raspberry, cinnamon spice drops, a little cedar plank, some soft vanilla and a faint whiff of brewing coffee. There is a silky mouthfeel that contrasts nicely with a spicy mid palate. It starts with blueberries, cassis, French vanilla, cola, and curry spice. The mid palate adds Christmas spice, fresh juicy plum, orange zest and custard. The tannins are silky, the structure holds the flavors and textures together. The finish is complex and lengthy, it fades quickly, but never really goes away.
El Pajaro Rojo Mencia 2011
A rich and unctuous Mencía, this has a fluency in the mouth, deploying its ripeness, completely covering the palate with caramelized and voluptuous flavors. Great with grilled meats. 90 Points, Year's Best, Best Buy, 100 Best Values of the Year Wine & Spirits, Oct 1, 2012
Ara Single Estate Pinot Gris 2011
Ara’s first release of Single Estate Pinot Gris 2011 won Champion Pinot Gris at the inaugural Marlborough Wine Show. Small parcels of fruit were selected for their structure and weight as well as their aromatics then hand harvested and gently whole bunch pressed. The result is a highly aromatic wine with a concentration of flavors distinctive of Ara’s Single Estate Wines, balanced with a wonderful minerality and crisp citrus acidity.
Cameron Hughes Lot 324 Chardonnay 2010
Orange blossom, lemon curd, and toasted almond aromatics underpinned with spicy pear and apple aromas. Sourced from the Atlas Peak AVA in California.
Cameron Hughes Lot 254 Meritage 2008
This Bordeaux blend is 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 12% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot and 4% Malbec that are sourced from vineyards and a winery in the Happy Canyon AVA which is located inside the Santa Ynez Valley AVA. The color is ruby red with black highlights. The nose is strawberry and raspberry, cinnamon spice drops, a little cedar plank, some soft vanilla and a faint whiff of brewing coffee. There is a silky mouthfeel that contrasts nicely with a spicy mid palate. It starts with blueberries, cassis, French vanilla, cola, and curry spice. The mid palate adds Christmas spice, fresh juicy plum, orange zest and custard. The tannins are silky, the structure holds the flavors and textures together. The finish is complex and lengthy, it fades quickly, but never really goes away.
El Pajaro Rojo Mencia 2011
A rich and unctuous Mencía, this has a fluency in the mouth, deploying its ripeness, completely covering the palate with caramelized and voluptuous flavors. Great with grilled meats. 90 Points, Year's Best, Best Buy, 100 Best Values of the Year Wine & Spirits, Oct 1, 2012
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Barone Fini Wine Dinner October 23
Barone Fini Wine Dinner
Menu
October 23, 7pm
$75pp plus tax & gratuity
Passed Hors D'Oeuvres
Fresh popped popcorn, drizzled with a white truffle butter & fleur de sel
Fresh baked flatbread topped with ricotta, peaches, & sweet basil drizzled with a balsamic reduction
Goat cheese thumbprints with a cherry puree
Paired with Enza Prosecco
Course 1
Mesclun salad tossed in a citrus vinaigrette with de-hydrated cranberries, julienned granny smith apples, walnuts, & crumbled goat cheese
Paired with Barone Fini Pinot Grigio
Course 2
Roasted crab stuffed mushrooms in a pinot grigio fumet over allumette vegetables
Paired with Barone Fini Alto Adige Pinot Grigio
Course 3
Linguine tossed with crispy pancetta & wilted arugula served with grated parmigiano reggiano
Paired with Barone Fini Merlot
Course 4
Grilled tenderloin drizzled with marchand de vin on a celeriac turnip puree with roasted brussel sprouts
Paired with Girard Artistry
Dessert
Creme brulee with a berry puree
Paired with Villa Pozzi Moscato
All wines served at the dinner will be available for purchase
Friday, September 27, 2013
October Wine Club
It's an all Sean Minor month!
Details can be found here.
Friday, September 6, 2013
September 2013 Wine Club
Las Perdices Torrontes 2011
Mendoza,
Argentina
This wine,
which is a light gold color, has a bouquet of flowers on the nose including
jasmine, white roses and orange blossom, as well as notes of lychee and white
peach. On the palate can be found flavors of white peach, with a dry minerality
at the end. This is a good wine to pair
with various Asian dishes.
Hidden Crush Chardonnay 2012
Central
Coast, California
The nose of
this wine contains notes of lime, lemon blossom, green apple, pineapple, and
white peach. The palate contains some of the same bright tropical fruit
flavors, but includes mango, with a light touch of oak. This wine pairs well
with Fettuccini Alfredo, three-cheese pizza, or a Cuban sandwich.
Split Creek Farms Merlot 2010
Monterey,
California
This merlot’s
aroma is dominated by notes of wild blueberry and blackberry, but hints of
violet, truffle, earth and coffee can also be found on the nose. The wine is
smooth with broad fruit flavors, including currant, plum and black cherry. Also
includes notes of smoke, olive and bell pepper.
Barnard Griffin Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
Columbia
Valley, Washington
This wine
displays a deep dark cherry fruit, with subtle blueberry and bittersweet
chocolate emerging at the finish. This could be paired with lamb chops with a
black cherry relish, or a grilled porterhouse steak with mashed potatoes and
balsamic vinegar reduction.
Saturday, August 3, 2013
August Wine Club Features
Pacific Rim White Flowers
A sparkling riesling that presents beautiful floral aromatics and a clean finish, this dry sparkling wine is aged sur lie for a balanced and textured profile. White Flowers is a refreshing change from other sparkling wines.
Araldica Gavi
This white wine is pale straw in color with scents of citrus fruits (think lemons & limes). It isn’t an overly fruity wine, but has a hint of minerality and mild acidic tartness. If you are a Pinot Grigio fan, give this a try and you may have a new favorite. It’s aged in stainless steel tanks which lends itself to a refreshingly smooth lemony taste.
Tarima Monastrell
The wine begins with nice fragrant aromas of dark fruit (blackberry and blueberry) along with some excellent floral notes. It smells delicious. The wine tastes smooth with a silky texture, juicy fruit, bright acidity and lots of mineral notes including some lightly chalky tannins. It ends dry with good length and more dark fruit and minerality.
Finca La Higuera Red Blend
A big, meaty cab blend from the Maule Valley in Chile. This wine begs to be accompanied by a steak!
Saturday, June 29, 2013
July 2013 Wine Club Features
Corazon Verde Albarino ~ Rias Biaxas, Spain
An intense nose displays hints of rich citrus fruits and pear, somewhat full-bodied mouth feel, and a long citrusy finish. Pairs perfectly with poultry, mild cheeses and seafood.
Bressia Monteagrelo Chardonnay ~ Mendoza, Argentina
A greenish-yellow color with good intensity. Aromas typical of chardonnay, with a touch of oak. Fresh and floral on the palate.
Red X Winemaker's Blend ~ California
Dark ruby color with a nose full of wild cherry, cinnamon toast, cashew, cranberry, and a hint of blueberry. Notes of coconut come out in the finish which has the perfect length.
Matiz Roble ~ Ribera del Duero, Spain
Deep, black raspberry and cassis aromas. Sappy, sweet, dark fruit flavors. Finishes with a note of white pepper.
Thursday, June 27, 2013
New Store Hours and Other Announcements
New Store Hours
Tuesday-Saturday
11am-7pm (ish)We will stay open later if we have a crowd!
No corkage fee for the month of July!
Come in and buy a bottle to enjoy in the store for regular retail price. Plenty of chilled wines are available to beat the summer heat.
New munchies are on the way!We've ordered cheese, sausage, and as always, great treats from Simply Decadent Bakery.
Tuesday-Saturday
11am-7pm (ish)We will stay open later if we have a crowd!
No corkage fee for the month of July!
Come in and buy a bottle to enjoy in the store for regular retail price. Plenty of chilled wines are available to beat the summer heat.
New munchies are on the way!We've ordered cheese, sausage, and as always, great treats from Simply Decadent Bakery.
Sunday, June 9, 2013
Feedback needed
We tried something new this month. The wine club wines were available to taste for a week rather than only one night. Did you like having more tasting days? Please leave feedback below.
Saturday, June 1, 2013
June 2013 Wine Club Features
It's going to be another difficult choice this month. We have 4 wines that are sure to please.
Quinta do Correio White, Portugal
Named after the old postal station in the foothill vineyards of the Serra da Estrella mountains, at the heart of the melon and citrus flavors is captivating aroma, soft fruit and crisp acidity.
Blend: Encruzado, Malvasia Fina, Bical and Cerceal
Stolpman Sauvignon Blanc
The lowest yielding Sauvignon Blanc to date after frost damage in April of 2011. The wine exudes citrus intensity and richness with a beautiful chalky texture. 100% stainless steel, sur lie, no secondary fermentation.
Mount Langi Billi Billi Shiraz
A rich and exciting Shiraz from one of Victoria's most respected Shiraz makers. Deep, dense purple Boysenberry and blackberry fruits, layered with spice and liquorice cool climate characters. Fine tannins are supported by bright berry fruit and delicate spice characters, medium bodied with a good length of palate.
Beyond Cabernet Sauvignon
Peppery redcurrant and menthol on the slightly reduced nose. This juicy, medium-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon offers bright flavors of black currant and plum, with gentle licorice and herbal notes.
Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Pinotage, 1% Petit Verdot
Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Pinotage, 1% Petit Verdot
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
May Wine Club Features
May Wine Club Tasting, Thursday, May 2, 5pm-7pm
NOTE: I'm so sorry for the short notice. I try really hard to accomplish everything I need to accomplish as a mom, wife, and business owner. Sometimes it works. Sometimes it doesn't. I know most of you really like coming in for the tastings. I hope you can make it tomorrow, and again, I'm really sorry this is such short notice.
Cusumano's Insolia, Sicily
Pale straw color, and pineapple and citrus fruit on the nose. Somewhat acidic, slightly tart, and a nice finish.
Mas Amor Rosado, Spain
Light, elegant complex and dry with vibrant freshness in the glass and a powerful fruity, herby nose. In the mouth there is subtle minerality with a refreshing finish.
Independent Producers Merlot, Washington
Sourced from sustainably farmed Bacchus Vineyard, in Columbia Valley, this 100% Merlot exhibits red and bramble fruit aromas and flavors, with accents of warm earth, spicy licorice, and espresso.
Urban Maule Red Blend, Chile
Bordeaux-style blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot and 5% Carignan. Sweet spice notes in a ripe and fruity body, flavors of plum, black raspberry, red licorice and toasty oak.
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