WINE TASTING SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2021, 1:00 to 5:00 PM Mike Bostick, Kysela Pere et Fils Rebuli Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Extra Dry…..…………..…$17.99……….$15.29 100% Glera Grapes Displays a bright straw color. Has some toastiness, fruitiness, and floral notes. On the palate, one finds figs, green pear, white peach, orange, pineapple, and almond. Well-balanced, with a nice creamy texture and long pleasant finish. Excellent as an aperitif, or suitable with vegetable soups and shellfish dishes, pasta with delicate meat sauces, fresh cheese, and white meat. 91 Points-Tasting Panel 90 Points-Wine Advocate 90 Points-Wine Spectator Cruchero Sauvignon Blanc 2019, Chile………………….……...…..$ 9.99……….$ 8.49 100% Sauvignon Blanc from the Curico Valley Pale yellow with green tones. Aromas of intense tropical fruits, herbs, and notes of citrus. Clean, bright, and balanced, with a pleasing acidity and a soft persistent finish. Pair with seafood, fish, and creamy pastas. Rubus Reserve Pinot Noir 2018, Russian River……...………..$18.99……….$16.19 Rubus wines are hand-selected by Fran Kysela, from estate-grown fruit. True-to-type values that are fruit driven and over deliver. 100% Pinot Noir sourced from the Russian River Valley This Pinot Noir shows complexity with raspberry and cherry notes that dance on the tongue. Rubus Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa Valley……….……....$19.99……….$16.99 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley The long finish on this superb Napa Cab displays full mature flavors of blackberry, currant, and chocolate with just a hint of toasty oak and black cherry. The tannins are refined and polished, allowing the fruit to be the focus. Serve with a variety of bold preparations ranging from Osso Bucco to grilled red meats and cheeses. Wolfberger Gewurztraminer 2019, Alsace…...………………….$18.99……….$16.19 100% Gewurztraminer , medium-sweet Golden pale color with silver tints. Shows a very aromatic nose with subtle notes of exotic fruits (mango, guava, papaya) and sweet spices (cinnamon, cardamom). The palate is complex, showing suppleness, ampleness, and great persistence on the spicy flavors. Serve as an aperitif, or with Asian cuisine and exotic food, sweet and sour dishes, curry, strong cheeses, or tarts and fruit-based desserts. |