Hey guys,

Here’s the tasting selection for Valentine’s Day at the Vintage Cellar. Enjoy!

 

Dibon Cava, NV, $9.95

Spain

Xarel-lo, Parellada and Macabeo
The nose offers regal yeast and richness, while the palate has
complexity to prop up apple, citrus and grapefruit flavors. Solid
from front to back, with health and freshness.

 
Norton Torrontes, 2011, $5.95

Mendoz, Argentina

Greenish yellow with hints of gold, this Torrontés has intense
aromas of white peach, rose petal, and jasmine. Norton Torrontés
2011 is pleasant and well balanced on the palate.

 
Dom de Mirail Cabernet/Merlot Rose, 2011, $5.95

Cotes de Gascogne, France

There is a fresh, crisp character to this light rosé. It is eye-watering
in its refreshing character, with balancing acidity, smoothing out
the edges with a touch of caramel.

 
Lavarini Valpolicella Classico, 2010, $6.95 

Italy

65% Corvina Veronese, 25% Rondinella and10% Molinara
The red ruby color and the dry taste give this
wine joviality and cordiality. It is fresh and fruity, with lovely
strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors, with nice spice and
a silky texture.

 
Gabriella Chianti, 2008, $7.95

Italy

This beautiful wine has the very deep red, almost purple, color that
you would expect in a Chianti. The first thing you notice is the fruit,
balanced by a bit of spice. It’s a good dry wine with a bold flavor.
Even with it’s boldness, this Chianti is velvety smooth.

 

Hey guys,

Here are this week’s tasting offerings at the Vintage Cellar. Enjoy!

 

Beringer Riesling, 2009 ,$5.95

California

This wine is the perfect balance of honeysuckle and bright peach
flavors. A perfect compliment to light fare, appetizers, or just
sharing with friends.

 

Wine Men of Gotham Chardonnay/Semillon, 2008, $5.95

South Australia

Gotham’s 2008 Wine Men of Gotham Chardonnay Semillon is a
blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Semillon. It gives a moderate
intensity of melon, guava, apricot and butterscotch aromas. The
medium bodied palate provides attractive acidity along with plenty
of tropical fruit flavors and a medium-long finish.

 

Sokol Blosser Meditrina, NV, $7.95

Oregon

It’s created from the finest Pinot Noir, Syrah, and Zinfandel. The
taste is lush and velvety with expressive notes of raspberry and
cherry. It pairs nicely with pasta and anything off the grill.

 

Black Opal Shiraz, 2011, $5.95

South Eastern Australia

The Black Opal wines are sourced from vineyards found in South
Australia along the Limestone Coast, at Langhorne Creek and in
the infamous Barossa Valley. Black Opal Shiraz is rich red in the
glass. Aromas of blackberry, pepper and spice followed with rich
plum flavors round out the palate. Soft tannins give structure to the
fruit-driven palate.

 

Opera Prima Pink Moscato, NV, $5.95

Spain

This fine sparkling presents and intense aroma of fresh berries and
tropical fruits with hints of white flavor petals. Delicate bubbles
caress the palate offering a silky and pleasant sweetness well
balanced by a crisp, refreshing finish. Ideal on it own, as an aperitif
or with all types of sweets and desserts.