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Artisan Wine Tasting - Saturday, December 29, 2018 (6-8pm)

*Wine Tastings are free with a purchase or a $5 donation to go towards Fur Babies Charities. Thanks for help keeping these events free. 

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Tasting Selections:

 

Cavazza Tredici Frizzante - Italy - $12.50

CAVAZZA TREDICI

ORIGIN: one of the first wines produced by Cavazza, the name “Tredici” is a hymn to the Goddess of Fortune

APPELLATION: Vino Frizzante Bianco

GRAPE VARIETY: White grapes from the province of Vicenza

PRODUCTION AREA: Gambellara and the Colli Berici

SOIL TYPE: a medium texture soil

AVERAGE VINE AGE: 20 years

TRAINING METHOD: Veronese Pergoletta; Guyot

TIME OF HARVESTING: second half of September

PRIMARY FERMENTATION: fermentation without the skins for about 3 days in stainless steel tanks at a thermostatically controlled temperature of 18°C max/64.4°F.

SECONDARY FERMENTATION: Charmat method in autoclave for 1 month

ALCOHOL CONTENT: 11 % vol.

TOTAL ACIDITY: 5.7 g/L

TASTING NOTES: pale straw yellow color, delicate fruity nose, fresh and persistent on the palate.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: 6-8° C/42.8-46.4° F

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: ideal as an aperitif, it pairs well with most dishes throughout the meal, particularly with light fish courses.


Italo Cescon Pinot Grigio - Italy - $18.33

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A deep yellow, straw-like color.

 

Intense aroma with slight hints of nutmeg, peach, and acacia.

 

A dry, fresh wine with strong, fruity overtones and orange peel. It has a rich, persistent flavor.

 

Is best served with seafood dishes.


Maison Albert Signature Syrah-Mourvedre Rose - France - $15.00

Maison Albert RoseAppellation: Indication Géographique Protégée Pays D’Oc

Soil: The Domain is located in the heart of an abundant «garrigue» nearby the Mediterranean shore. The soils are mainly limestone with some sandstone, red clay and shale. Mediterranean climate with strong sea influence.

Grapes: Organic Syrah and Mourvèdre.

Harvest: Mechanical harvest.

Yield: 40 hl/ha

Vinification: Direct pressing and low temperature fermentation in stainless steel tank. Maturation on the lees.

Alcohol: 12,5 %

Tasting: This blend of Syrah and Mourvèdre rosé, light and round, presents aromas of roses, red fruits, and strawberry candy. Ideal for an aperitif, or to serve with charcuterie or grilled meats.

Serve at 10/12°C.

Cuvelier Los Andes Colección 2011 - Argentina $24.35

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LOCATION : Valle de Uco, Vista Flores, Tunuyán

VINEYARDS:

Total area : 65 hectares

Area in production : 55 hectares

Altitude : 1000 meters above sea level

Plantation density : 5.500 plants per hectare

Yield : 5.000 a 6.000 kgs. per hectare

Harvest : Manual in 12 kgs boxes.

VARIETAL COMPOSITION : 58% Malbec ; 18% Cabernet Sauvignon ; 12% Petit Verdot; 8% Syrah; 4% Merlot

Vintage : 2011

Alcohol : 15%

Acidity : 5.8 g/l

Residual Sugar : 1.7 g/l

Ph : 3.85

Dry Extract : 32.5 g/l

PRODUCTION :

42.000 bottles

Fermentation :

Maceration:

7 to 10 days at 28ºC in stainless steel tanks. Once the vats are full, the grapes undergo a maceration

before the alcoholic fermentation takes place. This process takes 30 to 40 days.

Malolactic Fermentation: 100%

Aging : 60% in French oak barrels during 12 months.

TASTING NOTES :

“For a cool vintage with plenty of challenges, the wine reached 15% alcohol, so don’t expect any green aromas or diluted flavors here. The nose is a powerful combination of dark plums, espresso coffee, Belgian chocolate and shy hints of red cherries with a full-bodied palate and abundant, fine-grained tannins, moderate acidity and good length, no doubt lifted by the alcohol. This is a big, ripe blend, slightly international, in need of some bottle aging. 42,000 bottles were produced in 2011. Drink 2015-2021.” (91 pts, Wine Spectator, 04/2014). LuisGutierrez.


Concilio Braide Teroldego Rotaliano - Italy - $20.89

Concilio Braide Teroldego

Teroldego is the signature, indigenous red grape of the Trentino-Alto Adige. It’s famous for its deep color, soft fruit and ability to adapt successfully to both modern and traditional aesthetics. Concilio’s Teroldego – from the Braide subzone renowned for varietal – jumps out of the glass with an opaque crimson-purple color and delicious aromas of licorice, violets, blackberries, morel mushrooms and tar. Fleshy and generous, the wine caresses the palate with a deep kernel of licorice-tinged cassis and black cherry fruit accented by soft tannins, tar, and a kiss of oak. Sappy black cherry and blueberry fruit carry through to the wine’s long, lithe finish, which adds notes of leafy sous bois and salty minerals. Everyone who loves a juicy, characterful and food-versatile red wine must try this offering. Enjoy now and over the coming three years with roast pork loin, pan-seared pork chops, roast duck, potatoes au gratin and long-simmered beef stews. 

 

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Wilson Creek Almond Champagne - California - $21.89

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The “OH MY GOSH” champagne, because that is typically people’s first reaction after tasting it.

Naturally fermented, with pure almond flavor added. A unique sparkling wine that is appreciated by Champagne lovers. Yet, those who do not normally like Champagne find the Almond Champagne accessible and enjoyable. In short, the experts like it, and Champagne novices are surprised by it.

Pairs well with mild creamy cheeses such as Brie and apricot shilton cheese. serve with light chicken, pork or seafood dishes. Great with desserts such as cheesecake, fruit tarts, and truffles. Goes wonderfully with brunch foods such as fresh fruit, crepes, and soufflés.

Many have also enjoyed the Almond Champagne with hot tubs, romantic dinners, picnics, and warm fireplaces.

Varietal composition: French Columbard, Estate Chardonnay

Aging: Drink now. Good up to 5 years

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