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November 7, 2011: Cali Whites, Barbera, Rose, American Cab

November 07, 2011  |   Posted by :   |   Wine Tasting   |   0 Comment»

WHITE KNIGHTS

Flight: $16

Ballentine Chenin Blanc

2008     Napa Valley, California

This wine is a crisp & clean palate cleanser, made in a dry style that allows the finish to linger beautifully

William Hill Estate Chardonnay

2010     Central Coast, California

The wine reveals elegant ripe tree fruit flavors and some toasty oak, brown spice and butter.

Norman Vineyards “Nonsense White”

2009     Pasa Robles, California

A blend of 47% Viognier, 35% Gewurztraminer, 11% Roussanne, 7% Chardonnay that will surprise your taste buds!

THE BARBER OF PIEDMONT

Flight: $20

Cascina Garitina “Caranti” Barbera D’Asti

2006    Piemonte, Italy

A well-defined, harmonious body, soft and pervasive with an enormous complexity.

Pescaja “Soliter” Barbera D’Asti

2008    Piemonte, Italy

New world in style with gorgeous tastes of fresh and pure fruit.  An extremely approachable young Barbera.

Nada Fiorenzo Barbera D’Alba

2008    Piemonte, Italy

Grown south of the Asti region of Piemonte,  This Barbera is warm with great elegance and finesse.

REDS ARE ROSES

Flight: $13

Torrevento “Il Filare” Rosato

2008    Puglia, Italy

80% Bombino Nero & 20% Montepulciano from a winery that makes its home in a beautiful monastery built in the 1700s.

Toad Hollow “Eye of The Toad” Dry Rosé

2010    Healdsberg, California

From Sonoma, this French-style, bone-dry Rosé is produced from the noble Pinot Noir grapes.

Deep Sea “Sea Flower” Dry Rosé

2009    Central Coast, California

This dry rosé was crafted from estate grown Syrah and Grenache.  Crisp and light, it is the perfect companion to any dish.

HAIL DOWN THE CAB

Flight: $18

Domaine St. George Cabernet Sauvignon

2009     Healdsburg, California

Richly flavored with its black currant and mint aromas. Velvety and soft, yet intense on the palate with lingering berry flavors.

William Hill Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon

2009     Central Coast, California

Dark fruits and brown spices with hints of black currant and vanilla oak.

Cadaretta Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

2007    Walla Walla, Washington

This wine is a blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, 8% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Merlot from four different vineyards.


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