Tasting notes, Dec. 18, 2024; Sparkling wines & Champagne

                     Sparkling Wines NV Sommariva ProseccoOn Sale for $20 Veneto / Italy100% GleraSourced from 25 year-old vines planted in rocky clay, Sommariva’s Prosecco is a classically styled Prosecco with white fruit and soft bubbles. The property is located in the famed Conegliano area of the Veneto.  NV Von Winning Sekt Extra BrutOn Sale for $25.99 Deidesheim[…]

Tasting notes, December 14, 2024; Gift wines

                     Gift Wines 2023 Thomas-Labaille L’AuthentiqueOn Sale for $28 Sancerre / Loire Valley / France100% Sauvignon BlancThe “L’Authentique” cuvée is sourced from 15 acres of 25-year-old vines planted in both clay and the famed Kimmeridgian limestone of the zone. The wine is fermented using native yeast before being aged for 4-6 months on the lees (fine[…]

Tasting notes, Dec. 7, 2024; wines of Bordeaux

                     Bordeaux 2023 Arromans BlancOn Sale for $13.99 Entre-Deux-Meres / Bordeaux / France45% Sauvignon Blanc, 45% Sauvignon Gris, 10% ColombardSourced from 35-year-old vines planted on clay and limestone, the Arromans Blanc is aged on its lees for three months. Leading with citrus aromas and flavors, this is lovely as an aperitif. 2016 Cantemerle Grand VinOn Sale[…]