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June 29 Pairing Dinner with Savory Tasting Notes
Gewurtztraminer, Welteverde Vineyard, Robertson Valley, South Africa – 2003
Vouvray, Domaine Pichot, Loire Valley, France - 2002 The Loire
Valley produces high quality wines in all styles. Loire wines, no matter the
color or style, share similar characteristics that uniquely express
this region: freshness, finesse, and distinct earthiness that make it a perfect
match with most foods. The white wines of the Loire Valley are perfect for
spring and summer. Domaine Pichot Vouvray nicely expresses the chenin blanc
grape as well as the Loire Valley soils.
The 2002 Vouvray bursts with minerals, white flowers, spice, and candied pear
aromas. Light to medium-bodied, it is pure, juicy, and tangy, with a texture of
satin. This off-dry wine (a wisp of sweetness) offers flavors reminiscent of
almond candy in sweet lemon juice. The lingering finish is supple and complex.
It’s a great selection for outdoor meals and picnic cuisine such as chilled
salads and lighter pasta and rice dishes.
Wine Spectator:
90 pts.
Cannonau, Argiolas Vineyard, Sardinia, Italy - 2002 A vibrant red wine with hints
of blackberry, spice
Carmenere, Arboleda Vineyards, Colchagua Valley, Chile - 2002 Carmenere, a member of the Cabernet family of grapes, originates in Bordeaux. In the late 19th century phylloxera and the lack of suitable soil in Bordeaux forced growers to abandon it completely. Although the variety is still permitted in Bordeaux, one would be hard pressed to find any today. Carmenere derives its name from the word crimson (carmin in French.) At optimal ripeness, the wine is fruity (cherries), crimson in color, full-bodied, with spicy, earthy notes. The after taste is particularly long. Integrated tannins allow early consumption, although the wine ages well. Chilean winemakers were ignorant of its existence until 1994 when Frenchman, Jean Michel Bourisignot, discovered it amongst Cabernet blocks. The grape was brought over from France in 1850 along with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot cuttings, and got mixed up with its more famous brethren. Today Chile is the foremost
and largest producer of Carmenere. Chile’s warm climate, long growing season,
and fertile soils are ideal for this unique grape. Carmenere best complements
medium-rare steaks, roasted filet of beef with Sauce of Choron, Gruyere,
Pecorino Romano, Parmesan Reggiano, and pastas with meat sauces, roast lamb, and
braised duck breast. Ramos Pintos Reserve Port One of the world's great and
celebrated fortified wines, Port is very diverse and often misrepresented.
Styles range from the crisp and bright white ports (much like dry fino sherry)
to massive, pedigreed vintage ports that are inky, sweet and dark -- well worth
keeping for years in a cellar or dark closet. Ramos Pintos is an exquisite port
from Portugal’s northeast, where all ports originate and is a perfect compliment
to Stilton & Gorgonzola cheeses.
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