WINE TASTING SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2020, 1:00 to 5:00 PM Josh Parker, Bacchus Importers Rutherford Ranch Chardonnay 2017, Napa Valley…........……...$19.99……..$16.99 100% Chardonnay, aged in stainless steel and French oak. On the nose, notes of baked apple pie with toasted oak notes of caramel and spice, opening up to reveal mineral and fruity aromas, including ripe Asian pear, dried apricot, and white peach. On the palate, a full-bodied wine with bright acidity, oak flavors showing as vanilla and sweet oak. Finishes with a hint of lemon meringue pie. Serve with chicken and grilled fish entrees, creamy vegetable soups or your favorite selection of cheeses. Miraval Studio Rose 2018, Provence..…………………………...……$15.99……..$13.59 Owned by Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, Chateau Miraval has become a place dedicated to the arts-music, cinema, theatre, local food, and fine wine. A blend of Cinsault, Grenache, Rolle, and Tibouren, coming from plots on the French Riviera, surrounded by olive trees and pine trees, influenced by the sea sprays and the proximity of the Mediterranean Sea. The salty soils give the wine a unique character and an amazing balance. Very pale pink color, with a nose of fresh fruit and citrus fruit. Fleshy palate with notes of citrus, white flowers, and a long finish. CMS Red Wine 2016, Washington St………………………………...$19.99……..$16.99 58% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Syrah, 15-18 months in 60% French oak, 40% American oak. A mix of strawberry and raspberry fruit, cocoa, earthy spices, and a bit of red licorice. There are hints of dried sage, cocoa nibs, and some pomegranate on the finish. The wine shines with bright acidity followed by a full, rich mid-palate, showing flavors of red fruits and rich, earthy spices. A tinge of vanilla balances out the rustic finish. A sip and enjoy wine. Interesting without being complicated. A perfect complement to a variety of foods. Very drinkable now, and should drink well for the next five years. Monte Antico Toscana 2015, Tuscany…………………………………..$11.99……..$10.19 85% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet, 5% Merlot, aged for one year in Slavonian oak, 80% barrels, 20% barriques, and one year bottle aging. Deep ruby color with garnet reflections, offering an elegant bouquet of leather, black cherries, licorice, and plum, precluding a medium to full bodied palate where ripe red fruit, subtle note of vanilla, and violets harmonize and linger, interlacing with soft tannins and a silky texture. A perfect integration of acidity and fruit, and a medium finish. Pair with pasta, risotto dishes, meat, and cheese. Extremely versatile and food friendly. Mollydooker The Boxer Shiraz 2018, South Australia.........…..$30.99……..$26.39 100% Shiraz The 2018 Boxer will win over Shiraz fans with its solid core of dark fruit, black cherries, mocha, and clove spices that lift out of the glass. A soft, plumy mouthfeel, well measured tannins and slightly toasted oak complement the rich fruit, creating a wine with many layers. Bursting with an enticing aroma and an intense, elegant flavor spectrum, the Boxer is truly a knockout. Warre’s Warrior Reserve Porto, Portugal…………………………$19.99……..$16.99 Warrior is the oldest mark of Port in the world, having been shipped continuously since the 1750’s. The traditional style has been maintained over the years, and it is today a classic, full-bodied wine with wonderful richness and balance. Warrior is drawn from Warre’s finest quintas in the Pinhao and Rio Torto valleys that produce Warre’s Vintage Ports. Warre’s Ports are distinguished for their structure, elegance, and softly perfumed nose. The Warrior is dark red color, with a seductive rich perfume of ripe plums and cherries. On the palate, it is complex, with an excellent structure, and a long, lingering finish. Warrior is delicious served at the end of a meal, with chocolate and rich chocolate desserts, nuts, and cheese. Usually served at room temperature. |