Le Van Merlot • France
The south of France is considered one of the most beautiful French wine regions, where the days are constantly warm and sunny. Historians agree that the first French vineyards were planted in this region in 125 B.C. More than 2000 years later, the region, now known as the Languedoc, has more than 600, 000 acres planted in vines. This intense, silky wine develops aromas of red fruit and black currant.
Le Van Chardonnay • France
Brilliant gold color. Aromas of hazelnut & white flowers, slight toast scent. Extremely full in the mouth. Long on the palate& well balanced. Supple with a lot of strength. Serve with seafood and soft cheeses.
January 23rd – 29th
Renwood Sierra Zinfandel • California
Due to its various size berries in the grape cluster, Zinfandel typically ripens at an uneven rate; however, the fruit that was harvested this year was beautifully rich and ripe with a perfect balance of flavor and acidity. The resulting wine is packed with forward berry fruit, chocolate and spice, with subtle white pepper and mulberry characters, finishing with a lingering vanilla and toasty oak ending.
Renwood Viognier • California
This white wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks to retain the freshness and mouthfeel. The final blend resulted in a delicious, well-balanced wine that is a wonderful example of how well this variety can grow in California. It has inviting and exotic aromas of bright melon fruit and sweet flowers that are followed by a rich blend of peach, orange peel and pear essence on the palate.
January 30th – February 5th
Echelon Merlot • California
Cherries and spice with violet notes dominate the nose of this well-balanced, nicely structured Merlot. Merlot lovers will appreciate the softness and fine balance of fruit and tannin. A versatile wine, this Merlot goes well with casual lunches or formal dinners. Its fruit-forward style complements meats such as grilled pork or lamb, fruit and cheese courses or even a chocolate desert.
Echelon Chardonnay • California
Lightly golden in color, this wine has a forward nose with pineapple and pear tones framed in oak. On the palate, the wine has medium body, a silky texture, with good character and flavors. The finish is smooth and lingering. Try it with seafood served with light sauces, oysters or grilled chicken.
February 6th – 12th
Rothbury Chardonnay • Australia
A youthful, vibrant straw color introduces this regional dry white wine. Fresh aromas of melon, tropical fruits and fig abound, with nuances of cream and dusty oak. The palate reveals young Chardonnay varietal flavors and fresh, crisp acid. The finish is soft, clean and round. Pairs well with grilled chicken breast, asparagus or floured, pan fried calamari.
Rothbury Shiraz • Australia
his wine has a fruit driven style with a bouquet of plum and red berry character, complex with appealing oak overtones. The palate is of medium body, showing intense fruit character. Soft tannins help finish the wine with a lingering finish. Ideal with slow roasted lamb shanks.
February 13th – 19th (Happy Valentine's Day!)
Amberhill Chardonnay • California
Light, intriguing oak aromas meld with ripe, flavorful fruit character in this enjoyable Chardonnay. Well balanced and refreshing, it has the typical cool climate Chardonnay flavors of apple, pear, and vanilla. Pairs very nicely with seafood, poultry, salmon, chicken salads and pasta.
Amberhill Merlot • California
Showing nice intensity for a young Merlot, this wine has a predominant clove, cherry, and berry characters. Fresh woody aromas carry through the body of the wine into a smooth, flavorful finish. A nice match for smoked fish, bar-b-qued meats and hearty pasta.
Santa Margherita Prosecco • Italy
This Italian sparkling has a bouquet of moderate intensity, clean and delicate with notes of crabapple and lemon grass. A pleasant, balanced taste, full and sapid with an elegant base of ripe fruit. Perfect for Valentines Day as a soft aperitif or small pastry without custard, panettone, tarts, chocolate, and fresh fruit.
February 20th -26th
La Boure Roi Cabernet Sauvignon • France
The Cabernet Sauvignon is the principal grape of the Medoc in Bordeaux and is a late ripening varietal with small, very dark berries producing a wine of intense color with black currant and bell pepper aromas and a ripe but firm fruit. The warm climate of the Midi helps the Cabernet lose its acidity, while keeping the fruit. Drink with poultry, red and white meats grilled or in a sauce, pasta, mature cheeses.
La Boure Roi Chardonnay • France
The grape of white Burgundy and Champagne is now grown with great success all over the world. It is remarkably adaptable to soil and climate, and will always produce a wine with fine rounded fruit that is balanced by good acidity. This wine is no exception, well rounded, with melony fruit with a touch of pineapple. Ripe, soft fruit flavors, but a firm finish. Drink with hors d’oeurves, all sorts of fish, pasta, poultry and white meats, creamy cheeses.