These wines have been specially chosen for great Thanksgiving drinking!
BRUT, MUMM NAPA VALLEY PRESTIGE 750 ML $19.99
Fresh and creamy; this has baked pear, apple, vanilla, and nutmeg flavors. One of the best choices you could have made.
87 Points- Wine Spectator, 89 Points- Wine Enthusiast.
CHARDONNAY, SANTA BARBARA WINERY (2007) $13.99
Ripe and rich flavors of pears, melon, vanilla, and toast; uses malolactic fermentationto bring out rich tropical fruit flavors typical of the region.
PINOT NOIR, FLEUR DE CALIFORNIA CARNEROS (2007) reg $14.99, special $13.99
This is one of the finest Pinot Noirs at an affordable price, with consistent style. It has bright and vibrant strawberry, spice, and French oak aromas and flavors, soft tannins, and velvety texture. Enjoy this Pinot with grilled salmon, chicken, turkey, pasta, or crab cakes!
87 Points- Robert Parker, 88 Points- Wine Enthusiast.
Chasing lions Napa California $12.99
This incredible blend from Nine North winery is a blend of 55%merlot(Body),25%caberbet Sauvignon(for Richness), 10%Cabernet Franc(For Aromas),7%(for body weight)and 3% Petite Verdot (for Color and tannins) . The varietals are vinified separately and then aged for 16 months in American barrels.
ZINFANDEL, FOUR VINES OLD VINE CUVEE (2006) $10.99
Fruit for this wine was selected from vines ranging in age from 16-50 years old in vineyards in Sonoma and Paso Robles; aged in small French and American oak barrels, this value-oriented Zinfandel has silky layers of berry, plum, spice, and oak aromas and flavors. 86 Points- Wine Spectator. (2007)- 86 Points-Wine Spectator.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON, ST. FRANCIS SONOMA (2005) $15.99
This is a blend of the big three Cabernet valleys; Alexander, Sonoma, and Dry Creek. Ripe and intense; plum, black cherry, currant, and mocha flavors lead into a supple finish.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Wine Tasting Notes for October 15, 2009
Oveja Negra Chardonnay/Viognier ………………………………………….$8.99
85% Chardonnay - 15% Viognier. A light straw color in color. Rich fruity nose of apricot, banana and green apple with subtle mineral notes. Tropical fruits, apricot and green apple flavors with a medium body and soft, elegant finish. Pair with Thai food, seafood dishes and white sauce pastas.
The Wishing Tree Unoaked Chardonnay – …………………………………$11.99
“The name comes from my childhood days. We would gather under a beautiful old Oak tree, with wide trunk and massive almost exaggerated canopy. To gain a few minutes peace, our parents told us if we made a wish under this tree, it would come true. The tree became The Wishing Tree. “ John Larchet, Proprietor . - Bright and tangy, with a lemony edge to the green apple flavors, hinting at star fruit as the finish lingers. Drink now. 88pts
Culpeo Pinot Noir –……………………………………………………………..$9.99
Produced at La Fortuna Farm purchasedby Don Modesto Güell in 1942, it is located 220 km south from Santiago. ORGANICALLY GROWN. With a bright ruby red color this Pinot Noir displays varietal aromas and hints of fresh fruit, pomegranate and black cherry. Elegant and friendly in the mouth with a long and pleasant finish.
Vina Arenal Carmenere – ……………………………………………………………$9.99
Founded in 1998, Vina Peralillo is located in the Colchagua Valley at 656 feet altitude, 155 miles from Santiago. Because they are on the coastal side of the valley, their estate benefits from a significant maritime influence, allowing daily temperature fluctuations of up to 70 degrees. Intensely dark and violet in color with bold, sweet, floral aromas of blackberry and earthy plum which combine with peppery spiciness. In the mouth, it is ripe, structured, and surprisingly complex, with a terrific softness on the palate.
La Rocca Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon – ………………………………..$16.99
For Phillip LaRocca, growing grapes organically includes using farming methods that nurture the soil, air and water. Cabernet Sauvignon offers harmonious flavors: full bodied and smooth with a subtle berry and floral character. Fresh and vibrant with medium tannins and a delicate oak edge, this silky, smooth wine will enhance any meal including pastas, meats and poultry.
Clos Mimi Petite Rousse Syrah – ………………………………………………………$19.99
Established in 1996 by Tim and Mimi Spear, Clos Mimi is a "très petite" winery located in Santa Maria, California. "petite rousse" is made from 100% Syrah. “A lovely interpretation of a Paso Robles-styled French Crozes-Hermitage, Clos Mimi's 2006 Petite Rousse Syrah exhibits intense raspberry, black cherry, and currant fruit interwoven with licorice and meaty/animal-like notes. With medium to full body, silky tannin, and a broad, savory mouthfeel. 90 points “ Wine Advocate
85% Chardonnay - 15% Viognier. A light straw color in color. Rich fruity nose of apricot, banana and green apple with subtle mineral notes. Tropical fruits, apricot and green apple flavors with a medium body and soft, elegant finish. Pair with Thai food, seafood dishes and white sauce pastas.
The Wishing Tree Unoaked Chardonnay – …………………………………$11.99
“The name comes from my childhood days. We would gather under a beautiful old Oak tree, with wide trunk and massive almost exaggerated canopy. To gain a few minutes peace, our parents told us if we made a wish under this tree, it would come true. The tree became The Wishing Tree. “ John Larchet, Proprietor . - Bright and tangy, with a lemony edge to the green apple flavors, hinting at star fruit as the finish lingers. Drink now. 88pts
Culpeo Pinot Noir –……………………………………………………………..$9.99
Produced at La Fortuna Farm purchasedby Don Modesto Güell in 1942, it is located 220 km south from Santiago. ORGANICALLY GROWN. With a bright ruby red color this Pinot Noir displays varietal aromas and hints of fresh fruit, pomegranate and black cherry. Elegant and friendly in the mouth with a long and pleasant finish.
Vina Arenal Carmenere – ……………………………………………………………$9.99
Founded in 1998, Vina Peralillo is located in the Colchagua Valley at 656 feet altitude, 155 miles from Santiago. Because they are on the coastal side of the valley, their estate benefits from a significant maritime influence, allowing daily temperature fluctuations of up to 70 degrees. Intensely dark and violet in color with bold, sweet, floral aromas of blackberry and earthy plum which combine with peppery spiciness. In the mouth, it is ripe, structured, and surprisingly complex, with a terrific softness on the palate.
La Rocca Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon – ………………………………..$16.99
For Phillip LaRocca, growing grapes organically includes using farming methods that nurture the soil, air and water. Cabernet Sauvignon offers harmonious flavors: full bodied and smooth with a subtle berry and floral character. Fresh and vibrant with medium tannins and a delicate oak edge, this silky, smooth wine will enhance any meal including pastas, meats and poultry.
Clos Mimi Petite Rousse Syrah – ………………………………………………………$19.99
Established in 1996 by Tim and Mimi Spear, Clos Mimi is a "très petite" winery located in Santa Maria, California. "petite rousse" is made from 100% Syrah. “A lovely interpretation of a Paso Robles-styled French Crozes-Hermitage, Clos Mimi's 2006 Petite Rousse Syrah exhibits intense raspberry, black cherry, and currant fruit interwoven with licorice and meaty/animal-like notes. With medium to full body, silky tannin, and a broad, savory mouthfeel. 90 points “ Wine Advocate
Monday, March 23, 2009
SoPo Wine Tasting March 26, 2009
All From South America, all $9.99!
Árido Sauvignon Blanc - 100% Sauvignon Blanc - Bright yellow color with green hints. Aromas of citrus fruit, white flowers and a nice grassiness typical of the varietal. In the palate it is well-balanced, crisp and clean with good acidity and a firm finish.
Bodegas Callia Alta Torrontes - The grapes are cultivated from vineyards located in Caucete, at 650 meters (2,133 feet) above sea level. Bright yellow with greenish tints. A delicate aroma with floral notes of roses and orange trees. Exotic and well-balanced in the mouth; very fresh, with balanced acidity.
Oveja Negra Chardonnay/Viognier - 85% Chardonnay, 15%Viognier. The Chardonnay is fermented in stainless steel and the Viognier in French Oak then blended after fermentation. A light straw color in color. Rich fruity nose of apricot, banana and green apple with subtle mineral notes. Tropical fruits, apricot and green apple flavors with a medium body and soft, elegant finish.
Árido Malbec - 90% Malbec - 10% Merlot - “Arid” in English. The vineyards where the grapes are picked for this Malbec are located in the Upper Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina. This is a high desert that lies at 3,500 feet above sea level with less than 4 inches of rain per year. Intense ruby color. Delicate red fruit and violet aromas interact with classic Malbec spiciness. Soft and round in the mouth with balanced acidity and sweet tannins.
Oveja Negra Cabernet Franc/Carmenere - 55% Cabernet Franc, 45% Carmenere. An aromatic dry red wine with a light touch of oak. It is deep violet red in color with ripe cherry and raspberry aromas, along with spicy notes and green pepper with a touch of cocoa. On the palate it is medium bodied with soft, well balanced tannins, showing notes of dried red fruit and spices especially white pepper.
Bodegas Callia Alta Syrah – The vines for this wine are drip irrigated with snowmelt runoff from the Andes, providing the optimum amount of water to each plant. Notes of spices and red fruits (cherries and plums). structure, fresh and elegant mouth-feel, well-balanced with a long intense finish.
Árido Sauvignon Blanc - 100% Sauvignon Blanc - Bright yellow color with green hints. Aromas of citrus fruit, white flowers and a nice grassiness typical of the varietal. In the palate it is well-balanced, crisp and clean with good acidity and a firm finish.
Bodegas Callia Alta Torrontes - The grapes are cultivated from vineyards located in Caucete, at 650 meters (2,133 feet) above sea level. Bright yellow with greenish tints. A delicate aroma with floral notes of roses and orange trees. Exotic and well-balanced in the mouth; very fresh, with balanced acidity.
Oveja Negra Chardonnay/Viognier - 85% Chardonnay, 15%Viognier. The Chardonnay is fermented in stainless steel and the Viognier in French Oak then blended after fermentation. A light straw color in color. Rich fruity nose of apricot, banana and green apple with subtle mineral notes. Tropical fruits, apricot and green apple flavors with a medium body and soft, elegant finish.
Árido Malbec - 90% Malbec - 10% Merlot - “Arid” in English. The vineyards where the grapes are picked for this Malbec are located in the Upper Uco Valley of Mendoza, Argentina. This is a high desert that lies at 3,500 feet above sea level with less than 4 inches of rain per year. Intense ruby color. Delicate red fruit and violet aromas interact with classic Malbec spiciness. Soft and round in the mouth with balanced acidity and sweet tannins.
Oveja Negra Cabernet Franc/Carmenere - 55% Cabernet Franc, 45% Carmenere. An aromatic dry red wine with a light touch of oak. It is deep violet red in color with ripe cherry and raspberry aromas, along with spicy notes and green pepper with a touch of cocoa. On the palate it is medium bodied with soft, well balanced tannins, showing notes of dried red fruit and spices especially white pepper.
Bodegas Callia Alta Syrah – The vines for this wine are drip irrigated with snowmelt runoff from the Andes, providing the optimum amount of water to each plant. Notes of spices and red fruits (cherries and plums). structure, fresh and elegant mouth-feel, well-balanced with a long intense finish.
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