Most of the wines being poured at our event Saturday are new arrivals and offer excellent value. Besides California, the other areas being represented are New Zealand, Argentina, Chile and Washington State. These lively wines are great for everyday use or for parties; to be enjoyed on their own or accompanying food. It is always a pleasure to find delicious wines without suffering a serious whack at your wallet.
Featured Wines:
2017 Hooks Bay Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
List price 14.00; Our price 9.99
Hooks Bay Sauvignon Blanc embodies all the best qualities from Marlborough, a world-renowned grape growing region. The fruit expression was carefully preserved by way of cold fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Delicious tropical, bright melon and citrus notes combine with a lovely fresh, mouth-watering acidity. A lovely apéritif, it also is a very versatile food wine and would pair nicely with a wide range of seafood dishes, including fresh fish, oysters, shrimp and chicken/pork dishes. Also to be enjoyed with fresh, leafy green or pasta salads.
2016 Finca el Origen Malbec Rosé, Mendoza, Argentina
List price 15.00; Our price 9.99
With an attractive salmon color, it displays orange peel and ripe red fruit aromas such as plums, cherries and berries with a strong floral presence. In the mouth, it is mild with a long finish and velvety tannins. It received a 93-point rating from critic, James Suckling
14 Hands Winery Brut Rosé, Columbia Valley, Washington
List price 15.00; Our price 9.99
It has a pretty pale pink color and opens with aromas of citrus rind, spice and strawberry. The flavors are dry, with a lively mousse that keeps the interest high. This is an easy to drink sparkler that combines with many foods including salads and hors d’oeuvres. There is a warning on the back label, “DO NOT SHAKE”, which begs the question, when was the last time you shook up a sparkler before opening?
2014 Pacific Oasis Reef Break Red, Columbia Valley Washington
List price 16.00; Our price 9.99
The Columbia enjoys long dry growing seasons that allow the grapes to ripen evenly. This wine was picked at the peak of ripeness to preserve the rich flavors and bright acidity of the grapes. Skillful winemaking techniques made sure to manage the naturally robust tannins. It is a unique red blend displaying black cherries and dried herbs with hints of black pepper and cedar, all wrapped in bright acidity and supple, yet full tannins. Washington State does this very well.
2016 Haraszthy Family Cellars Bearitage, Lodi
List price 14.00; Our price 9.99
Grapes from Lodi tend to produce wines at the fleshy, plummy, ripe end of the flavor spectrum; and true to form, this wine delivers abundant fruit flavors and aromas reminiscent of cherries, plums and blackberries. It is a blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, and Petite Sirah of carefully selected complementary characteristics. It is medium bodied, smooth and beautifully balanced.
2017 Root: 1 Carmenère, Colchagua Valley, Chile
List price 12.00; Our price 9.99
It is deep red in color with gentle tannins and rich flavors of plum, blackberry and spice. It pairs well with pasta dishes, vegetable soup, spicy entrees, and grilled meats. Its unique versatility is a perfect match for ingredients such as garlic, bell peppers, fresh herbs, and eggplant. There is a lot of satisfaction in every bottle.
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