Wine & Cheese Tasting October 20th
5th Year Anniversary Wine & Food Event
October 22nd
Thursday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Saturday 12 PM – 5:00 PM
J Pinot Gris 2010
Origin: Clarksburg 38%, Monterey 35%, RRV 27%, California
Varietal: The 2010 J “California” Pinot Gris is a delicious blend of 100% Pinot Gris grapes harvested from several vineyards in the Sacramento River Delta area of Clarksburg and vineyards located along the Salinas River near King City in Monterey County. Rounding out the blend are grapes from Preston Vineyard and Saralee’s Slusser Road vineyards in the Russian River Valley.
Tasting Notes: The 2010 J “California” Pinot Gris has an enticing bouquet of tangerine and orange blossom. The crisp, clean mouthfeel is bursting with flavors of Margarita lime and Tahitian vanilla. A hint of honey on the palate complements the fruit and acid. The lingering finish invites you to relax and enjoy another taste. In fact, it is the perfect sipper when entertaining with friends. 90 Points & Very Highly Recommended - California Grapevine.
Food Pairing: This layered and well-balanced wine is a
great accompaniment to a variety of foods, from Asian and Mexican to Thaiand
Chinese cuisines, all accented with a variety of spices.
Spellbound Chardonnay 2009
Origin: Lodi, California
Varietal: 97.3% Chardonnay, 2.7% other proprietary white
Tasting Notes: The 2009 Spellbound Chardonnay features bright and lush tropical fruit flavors such as pineapple, banana, guava, and kiwi. These bright favors are balanced with notes of vanilla and classic creme brulee. Winemaker's Notes: "Aging and fermentation take place in small oak barrels, which are the key signature to the wine. The oak works to call forth the density and complex oak characteristics of fresh vanilla bean and luscious creme brulee. To maintain the crisp fresh fruit acidity within the wine, we ferment nearly ten percent of the wine in stainless steel. Everything about making Chardonnay is lively - ”the vibrant color, richness of flavors, and perfect balance. I guarantee this is a wine that will leave you Spellbound."-Rob Mondavi Jr., 4th Generation Napa Valley Winemaker.
Food Pairing: Seafood: Crab, Shrimp, Salmon; Poultry: Chicken, Turkey, Duck; Meat: Veal, Pork; Cheese: D’Affinois, Gouda, Parmesan; Herbs: Basil, Thyme, Saffron.
Entwine Food Network Merlot 2009
Origin: San Francisco Bay, Central Coast, California
Varietal: 100% Merlot
Tasting Notes: Entwine Wines is a partnership between the Food Network and Wente Vineyards. Winemakers Notes - This Merlot is sustainably farmed and harvested from select Estate vineyards in California, whose topography, soils and climate provide optimal grape-growing conditions to develop ripe, round fruit flavors. Juicy and mouthwatering – think mid-summer plums and cherries, with a hint of black tea.
Food Pairing: The wine pairs beautifully with any red meat, salmon, pork, poultry and yes even Pasta with Marinara sauce.
Dreaming Tree Crush Red Wine 2009
Origin: North Coast, California
Varietal: 67% Merlot, 33% Zinfandel
Tasting Notes: “For Crush, Dave and I hand-selected a special blend of our favorite varieties to create a red wine that pulls you in with notes of smoky berry and a pop of raspberry jam. Around the dinner table or out on the patio, it’s a wine you’re going to want to share with your favorite people.” –Steve Reeder on his Dave Matthews wine collaboration. Aged in oak and then blended before bottling.
Food Pairing: Pairs well with spicy foods, barbecued ribs,
pulled pork and a variety of sauced foods.
Spellbound Petite Sirah 2009
Origin: Lodi, California
Varietal: 76% Petite Sirah, 18% Syrah, 6% other proprietary red wines
Tasting Notes: Intensity of color, rich black and brambly fruits, vanilla bean and roasting coffee aromatics are complimented by remarkable approachability in the 2009 Spellbound Petite Sirah. The wine is crafted to unleash dark and luscious characteristics, while managing tannins to deliver an opulent and juicy Petite Sirah. This lush yet easy drinking wine provides intense berry character, with superb texture you will find in no other Petite Sirah, but Spellbound. “Everything about making Petite Sirah rocks; vibrant color, unbridled berry character and plenty of texture creating the perfect balance and one of the most exciting wines that will leave you Spellbound." - Rob Mondavi Jr., 4th Generation Napa Valley Winemaker
Food Pairing: Seafood: Trout, Red Snapper. Poultry: Turkey, Game Hens. Meat: Beef, Pork Chops. Cheese: Sharp Cheddar, Chevre. Herbs: Mint, Thyme .
Lolonis Ladybug Red Cuvee X
Origin: Redwood Valley, California.
Varietal: A blend of Zinfandel, Carignane, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon with an average vine age of around 40 years old.
Tasting Notes: Brambly blackberry and raspberry dominate the fruit character and give it a luscious bouquet, but the hints of plum, cherry, casis, lightly roasted oak and spices add to the complexity of the wine. 14.5% Alcohol. Produced from organically grown, pesticide-free grapes. Ladybugs – not chemicals – are used to combat pests.
Food
Pairing: This
is a complex wine that will sip well on its own, or pair nicely with almost any
meal, including the hardiest of barbecue dinners.
Lolonis Redwood Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
Origin: Redwood Valley, California. (north of Napa and east of Mendocino)
Varietal: 92% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Merlot.
Tasting Notes: The youthful 2007
Redwood Valley Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits firm, yet balanced tannins giving
this great aging potential. Loads of fruit from black currants, Logan berry,
black cherry and hints of red berry fruits are rounded out with cedar, sweet
earth, dried herbs and smoky toasty oak notes.
Grapes are organically grown on 35-40 year old vines. Ladybugs - not
chemicals - are used to combat pests.
Food Pairing: Food pairings are steak and roasts, spareribs, lamb, game dishes, firm cheeses such as cheddar and hard cheeses such as parmigiano and romano. This wine has enough fruit to pair perfectly with all barbecued foods.
Beaucanon Estate ‘L Cuvee’ Cabernet Franc 2005
Origin: Napa Valley, California.
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Franc
Tasting Notes: “The 2005 bottling of our famed Cabernet Franc finds our 18-year-old vineyard blocks coming into their own and providing fruit of unparalleled depth and richness. The aromas bursting from the glass are dark and intense; blackberry and blueberry fruit, cocoa, smoky tea and toasty oak.With a little time in the decanter or in your glass and more delicate notes of red cherry, lavender and mineral earth emerge to add depth and interest. On the palate, the fruit takes over, a riot of red and black berries and stone fruit dominating with savory oak and the darker elements of earth and cocoa flavors showing around the edge. Tannins are gripping but smooth and elegant and the trademark acidity of Cab Franc is perfectly integrated into a seamless whole. Though it should age well up to a decade, this beautifully balanced and precocious wine is ready to drink now.
Food Pairing: With balanced tannins and a touch of acidity that lightens the rich fruit, this wine makes for fool-proof pairing. With dishes from duck, pork and ribeye to lasagna or Indian food, you can relax and savor flavors you didn’t think were possible!