Hey guys,

Here’s the tasting selection for this week. Sorry about the delay! Enjoy!

 

Smoking Loon, Sauvignon Blanc, 2009, $7.95

California

This bleached blonde beauty is reminiscent of fresh green apples, pineapple and has hints of hibiscus blossoms. The concentration of zesty lemon and gooseberry fills your mouth leaving notes of thyme and melon behind. The bright acid in this wine gives you a zing  while the fruit keeps your mouth watering for more. This wine pairs beautifully with a grilled prawn salad with a grapefruit vinaigrette, veggie spring rolls or grilled tilapia with mango salsa.

 

Bricco Dei Tati Rosè, 2012, $6.95

Italy

100% Barbera

Fresh with aromas of strawberries, cherries, and rose petals, this an ideal wine with shellfish, salads, chicken, and appetizers.

 

Wilson Daniels Merlot, 2010, $7.95

Central Coast, California

Made predominantly from Paso Robles grapes, the wine is fullbodied and silky yet robust, with aromas of black cherry and plum
and a palate of blackberry, raspberry and blueberry jam laced with vanilla and toast.

 

Torre Castillo Alegre, 2010, $9.95

Jumilla, Spain

100% Monastrell

4 months in new American oak barrels

Bright ruby-red. Dried cherry, pipe tobacco and rose aromas, with a hint of woodsmoke. Sweet and fleshy on the palate, with blackberry and cherry flavors complimented by licorice and a suggestion of dried herbs. The cherry and smoke notes repeat on the finish.

 

Caprice de BastorLamontagne, 2004, $7.95

Sauternes, France

60% Semillon, 36% Sauvignon Blanc, 4% Muscadelle

Very clean, with lemon, mineral and honey aromas that follow through to a medium body. Shows vanilla, apple and melon flavors, with a medium finish. Lightly sweet.