WINE TASTING SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2021, 1:00 to 5:00 PM Carolyn Ellet, Brian Milburn, Breakthru Beverage Crossings Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Marlborough…….……..$14.99……….$12.79 The 2020 is an elegant and fresh style, with generous tropical fruit flavors with hints of citrus and fresh herbs. The palate is filled with pure fruit flavors, nicely balanced with a lingering, crisp mineral finish. Enjoy with both fresh and cooked seafood dishes such as oysters, prawns, and fish. 90 Points-James Suckling: “This is big on fruit and delivers a wealth of stone fruit and citrus fruit aromas and flavors. Acidity chimes in nicely in the mouth and holds it fresh.” The Calling Chardonnay 2019, Dutton Ranch………..……$28.99……….$24.69 Jim Nance, TV Sports Announcer is part owner. From 7 vineyards in Dutton Ranch, in Russian River Valley. Bright, big aromatics on the nose with notes of Bartlett pear, creamy lemon meringue, and white rose. Full-bodied, creamy , and rich, with flavors of honeydew melon and peach pit. Aged sur lie for 8 months in 100% French oak . The Calling Pinot Noir 2018, Russian River………...……….$29.99……….$25.49 Jim Nance, TV Sports Announcer is part owner. From 7 vineyards in Russian River Valley and Dutton Ranch. Bing cherry, wild strawberry, and dried orange peel on the nose. The palate is supple, smooth, silky, and driven by red fruits with notes of fresh wild raspberries and red plum. Overall this wine is bright, fresh, clean, and has a lingering, fruit-forward finish. Aged for 11 months sur lie in 100% French oak. Clos de Los Siete 2017 Red Blend, Argentina.….……………..$19.99……….$16.99 By Michel Rolland 52% Malbec, 21% Merlot, 15% Syrah, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc A delicious, opulent Malbec blend made by Michel Rolland, deep red in color with purple glints. On the nose, its intense and aromatic expression delivers subtle notes of fruit and spice. On the palate, the delicate tannins are ripe and silky, and combine with appealing freshness. Well-balanced in structure, full-bodied and offering typical freshness., showcasing the charming, elegant style ever present in Clos de Los Siete. 94 Points-Decanter 93 Points-James Suckling 91 Points-Wine Spectator Layer Cake Shiraz 2020, South Australia..………...…………$16.99……….$14.49 “This Shiraz has layer upon layer of complexity and bold fruit flavors. Aromas of fresh berries and baking spices pave the way to mouth-filling flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and dark chocolate.” |