tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-318095932024-03-16T14:52:52.769-04:00The Naked Vine: Wine Advice for the Rest of Us.™<b>by Dr. Mike Rosenberg</b>The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.comBlogger541125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-76649339797959682882021-01-02T16:03:00.006-05:002021-01-04T13:15:29.457-05:00Vacationing Around the Island<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfUyLyxZLPztKjh6-7GguHMiUpjFmcZzaYET5KYRa5pU3zdAwBYcjcc9VAjrBeOlMuw_rRRb_J3zpZVDXSoVdOxi-yxFNTE4FeQoPekLJR9t7b_W_6iqqZC0d2pWVI-8xGT885/s2864/20201218_173115.jpg" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2864" data-original-width="1960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfUyLyxZLPztKjh6-7GguHMiUpjFmcZzaYET5KYRa5pU3zdAwBYcjcc9VAjrBeOlMuw_rRRb_J3zpZVDXSoVdOxi-yxFNTE4FeQoPekLJR9t7b_W_6iqqZC0d2pWVI-8xGT885/s320/20201218_173115.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A Spooky Manhattan for 2021!<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p>Hello friends, far and near. Here's hoping your 2021 is off to a decent start. I mean, 2020 set a pretty low bar, but what can you do.<br /></p><p>Since we couldn't travel this year, the Sweet Partner in Crime and I tried our best to recreate a version of a culinary-themed vacation here at home. Our "Island vacation" was around our stove, but we still managed to have a pretty good go at it.<br /></p><p>If you'd like to follow along, I've got a Twitter thread of our various <a href="https://twitter.com/thenakedvine/status/1345460640983486464?s=20" target="_blank">meals and recipes going here.</a> </p><p>If Twitter isn't your thing, you can read all the tweets in a single page<a href="https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1345460640983486464.html"> at this link</a>. <br /></p><p>I think we've done pretty well for ourselves. We are so very fortunate!</p><p>Cheers! Happy New Year!<br /></p><br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-65614786120605762222020-11-25T11:56:00.001-05:002020-11-26T12:22:21.298-05:00Georgia on my Mind – Lost Eden Red Blend<p><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<![endif]--></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0gkHbzrCbpAwUxYj2nujG5b3y-aHeMLbnEl357PYpJst3OwgWao5R2FblLkdVuMk-N_CfYeCK1NTTRwD7T8DP44F0nR-u5vJrfvLcxEizM7PGJ5264bwcviPRl6DKeJqLuUQq/s2048/front-view-spotlight-non-vintage-bottle-shot-lost-eden-red-blend-winebog4146jpg%255B1%255D.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1628" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0gkHbzrCbpAwUxYj2nujG5b3y-aHeMLbnEl357PYpJst3OwgWao5R2FblLkdVuMk-N_CfYeCK1NTTRwD7T8DP44F0nR-u5vJrfvLcxEizM7PGJ5264bwcviPRl6DKeJqLuUQq/w254-h320/front-view-spotlight-non-vintage-bottle-shot-lost-eden-red-blend-winebog4146jpg%255B1%255D.jpg" width="254" /></a></div>Georgia. <p></p><p>No, not the one that will be the center of the political
universe for the next six weeks or so. Today we are off to the country of Georgia,
just north of Turkey on the Black Sea – the bridge between Europe and Asia on
the edge of the Caucasus Mountains.
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<p class="MsoNormal">Unlike the state of Georgia, with a climate utterly
unsuitable for growing vinifera grapes (but their peach wines might be fun) –
the nation of Georgia has one of the longest traditions of winegrowing in the
world. Evidence of wine growing in Georgia dates back some 8,000 years to sites
near the country’s capital, Tbilisi. The origin of the word “wine” itself may
stem from here. There is a word in classical Georgian, “Gvino,” which means
something that “rises, boils or ferments.”</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Georgia has a fascinating winemaking technique – a technique
listed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage roster. In this technique,
after the grapes are pressed, the juice is placed into large teardrop-shaped
pots called “qvevri.” Each of these pots can be used for as long as a hundred
years. The qvevri are then set in large holes in the ground and surrounded by
gravel to protect the pots from shock. Smaller qvevri are used for fermentation,
while the larger ones are used for storage. </p><p class="MsoNormal"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAa-629FfH1U6jgP3KsB5CofcDVt9zoSWtkkBSPOZj0XMtdR2sI_pk4TRB-402MLIOGAz254T1r_Vy94q4IzsIMFCSVAST1b0yFmLsWEnGaIL06BHHbt2AfkW-H-QDS9lkyXJt/s2048/lost-edenqvevri-pot%255B1%255D.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Qvevri" border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAa-629FfH1U6jgP3KsB5CofcDVt9zoSWtkkBSPOZj0XMtdR2sI_pk4TRB-402MLIOGAz254T1r_Vy94q4IzsIMFCSVAST1b0yFmLsWEnGaIL06BHHbt2AfkW-H-QDS9lkyXJt/w400-h266/lost-edenqvevri-pot%255B1%255D.jpg" title="Georgian Qvevri -- trust me, they're pointy." width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Georgian Qvevri -- Trust me, they're pointy.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">At the end of fermentation, the dead yeast naturally falls down into the
pointed tip of the qvevri, allowing the clarified wine to be separated from
solids and drawn off. Wines are then either bottled or pumped into other, clean
qvevri for further aging. No tanks or barrels are used in this traditional process – which is
still the case in at least part of the production of the bottle of Georgian wine that I had the
opportunity to try recently thanks to a visit from Drinkerbell, the Wine Fairy:
<b>Lost Eden 2018 Red Blend. </b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The Lost Eden wine comes in one of the more interesting
bottles I’ve seen recently. Lost Eden uses a glass stopper at the top of the
short neck which tops this black bottle wreathed in a vinous relief pattern. It’s
cool lookin’, gotta say. Even though the wine is marketed as a red blend, the
wine is made 100% from a grape varietal called Saperavi. In Georgia, wines can be marketed as blends if the grapes are sourced from different vineyards, even if they're all the same varietal.<br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Astute fans of the Vine
might remember that I wrote about Saperavi as part of a <a href="http://www.thenakedvine.net/2014/09/freshly-independent-wine-of-moldova.html">writeup
on Moldovan wines</a> a few years ago. As I wrote then, “Turns out ‘Saperavi’
translates from Georgian as “paint” or “dye,” and I was a bit shocked when from
the bottle poured squid ink!” – which is also the case with the Lost Eden. In creating this blend, more "modern" techniques are combined with the traditional qvevri production. As winemaker Lado Uzunashvili put it: “My goal with the
Lost Eden Red Blend is to find the perfect balance between modern and
traditional Georgian winemaking practices. Bringing the two sides
together illustrates
the quality as well as the evolution of winemaking in my country.” </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Even though this wine checks in at 13% ABV, don’t let the
light alcohol fool you. This is a girthy wine. I found it to be really fruit
forward. Lots of cherry and blackberry flavors power up from the first sip, and
the wine is toothcoatingly rich. Plenty of tannin lingers beneath the fruit. The
finish is a little smoky and somewhat fruit-sticky. The Sweet Partner in Crime
said it reminded her of an Aussie Shiraz, while I thought it was like a petite
Petit Sirah. Either way, I wouldn’t consider it a “light” wine by any means.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">This style of wine probably wouldn’t be for everyone, but if
you are hosting a traditional Thanksgiving dinner (which I sincerely hope you’re
only doing with the nearest and dearest in your bubble this year!) – the big
fruits here would accompany turkey and stuffing, serving the same purpose here
as the cranberry sauce – to provide a fruity counterpoint for many of the other
flavors. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">This is a wine for folks who are feeling a bit adventurous
and like big, bold flavors. The wine’s quite reasonable in cost, too. If you
can find it available, it will probably set you back $18-20.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! Stay safe!</p>The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-55575311418294679192020-11-16T16:10:00.003-05:002020-11-16T16:10:16.284-05:00When it rains, we pour -- A look at Chateau Peyrassol Rose<div class="separator"><p class="MsoNormal" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;">Was a soggy few days last few days here in Happy Valley.
Typically, I’d be dipping deep into richer reds as the chill of winter starts
to come on, but I’m not going to pass up an opportunity to continue my
passionate advocacy for Rosé All Day just because the weather’s getting colder. <br /></p></div>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.peyrassol.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Chateau-Peyrassol-rose-rose-AOP-Cotes-de-Provence-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="175" src="https://www.peyrassol.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Chateau-Peyrassol-rose-rose-AOP-Cotes-de-Provence-1.jpg" /></a></div>Honestly, I have no issue with rosé during the winter
months. As an aperitif, I’d prefer to drink rosé than many whites when a chill
is in the air, especially if I’ve got some meats and cheeses to snack on. <p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Drinkerbell, the wine fairy, brought along a bottle <b>of Château
Peyrassol 2019 Côtes de Provence Rosé </b>during the soggy slog of last week. This
bottle from Provence is a lovely reminiscence of summer, as well as a darned
good food wine. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">The Chateau itself has a fascinating history. Founded in the
13<sup>th</sup> century by the Knights Templar, the Chateau originally was a
major way station for pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land (we will avoid
subsequent discussions of the Crusades, however). After the French Revolution,
the land was acquired by the Rigord family, where the wives ran the winemaking
aspects of the estate through the following couple of centuries. Philip Austruy
purchased the property in 2001 and revamped the winemaking operation. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Made from grapes from the oldest vines on the Chateau’s
property, this blend of Syrah, Cinsault, Grenache, Ugni Blanc and Rolle (the
last is better known as Vermentino), is a pale, rosy pink in the glass. The
freshness inherent of a lot of Provence rosé hops right out of the glass at
first sniff with aromas of lemon, orange blossom, and peach. These flavors
carry straight through to the crisp, pleasant palate. </p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">One criticism I have of some rosés is that they try for “fresh”
and land on “acid bomb” instead. Not the case here. This wine has great balance
between acidity and round mouthfeel. The finish is fresh, clean, with a
lingering citrus flavor. Such a nice wine to just sip on, honestly. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As I mentioned, we tried this with a charcuterie board of
salami, Marcona almonds, and Manchego cheese and it made a lovely companion to
the starter. The chicken for dinner, roasted with a paprika-based spice paste,
was a bit too assertive for the delicacy of this wine (Luckily, we had a nice
bottle of Beaujolais in reserve!) – so if you’re having it with food, I’d
probably stick to fish or a lighter meat preparation. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Or, you could pop and pour it in front of a fire and imagine
how good it will feel once the weather warms and we can start being outside
again. We’re going to need these kinds of reminders to get through the winter
together in one piece.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This wine retails for $18-22. If you’re interested in
spending a little more on a nice bottle of rosé, it’s certainly in that
category.</p>
The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-18605091147075617242020-11-12T17:48:00.005-05:002020-11-12T17:50:10.285-05:00Mosey over to Moser for some Italian bubbly<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4_iYa8U09_PcfMZQMA46W5ECN9dMeTVxCMxj05zFtlt5rMGjQHH7CyTP3HyJ9jU26orX983Wu8OENHcfiL3DDF797mS_R6lxKtKB-eHsyd6p8RA-4NHzEjlwiHnSma_YFWgiB/s4032/20201106_183632.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="1960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4_iYa8U09_PcfMZQMA46W5ECN9dMeTVxCMxj05zFtlt5rMGjQHH7CyTP3HyJ9jU26orX983Wu8OENHcfiL3DDF797mS_R6lxKtKB-eHsyd6p8RA-4NHzEjlwiHnSma_YFWgiB/s320/20201106_183632.jpg" /></a></div>Hello friends! How you holding up out there? <p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Ringed by the Dolomite Mountains in northeastern Italy, the
Trento growing region has proved over the last hundred years or so to be
fertile ground for growing grapes to produce sparkling wines. In the mid
1980’s, the growers in this region began organizing themselves around sets of
oenological standards.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The result of this organization bore fruit, pardon the pun,
in 1993 when the Trento region received DOC status in Italy. As a refresher, DOC<b>
is </b>short for <i>Denominazione di Origine Controllata – </i>which refers to
the aforementioned standards.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">DOC (and its fancier cousin, DOCG) have now been subsumed
under the broader “DOP” category – and is still used for familiarity’s sake.
However, the winemakers saw an opportunity to broaden their brand, and <i>Trentodoc</i>
was born. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The grapes used to make Trentodoc sparkling wine
—Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, Pinot Bianco, and Pinot Meunier—are harvested by hand,
and the “base wine” ages slowly in the bottle on the lees from a minimum of 15
months for a Brut to a minimum of 36 months for a Riserva, and upto 10 years for more refined and mature Trentodoc wines.
Trentodoc is available as a white or rosé wine as Brut, Millesimato, and Riserva.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The other major production difference between Trentodoc and
many other Italian sparkling wines like Prosecco is the method of carbonation.
Most Italian sparklers use the Charmat Method for carbonating, which involves
carbonating wine in tanks. Trentodoc sparklers exclusively use what is termed
Metodo Classico, which is the same as the Methode Champenoise used in
Champagne. In these wines, the wine is carbonated in the bottle while being
periodically turned, and the expired yeast is disgorged at the end. (For a more
detailed explanation, <a href="http://www.thenakedvine.net/2006/12/ringing-in-new-year-champagne-sparkling.html">see
here</a>.) Wines made in Metodo Classico tend to be have more balanced flavors
and have more carbonation than their Charmatted cousins.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Thanks to a well-timed visit from Drinkerbell the Wine Fairy, a bottle
of <b>Moser “51,151” Trentodoc Brut</b> arrived at my door. After election
stress, work from home craziness, and not a little cabin fever from lockdown,
the Sweet Partner in Crime and I wanted an evening to kick back – and how
better to do that than with bubbly, I ask you?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">This wine’s nomenclature is an homage to Francesco Moser, a
champion Italian cyclist, who held the world “hour record,” which refers to the
distance ridden from a stationary start over the course of an hour. Moser rode
51.151 km in his record run. Along with his cycling prowess, he worked in his
family vineyards from his youth and, in 1979, along with his brother Diego,
established the Moser winery near the village of Gardolo di Mezzo.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We cracked the bottle as the skies darkened in State
College. (This means that both of us had left our respective workstations a
little bit early this time of year.) Sitting back in our “evening chairs,” we
had our first few sips. This 100% Chardonnay sparkler has a lightly fruity nose
with some very pleasant floral aromas and a little toast on the back end. The
mouthfeel is round and full, with lots of refreshing bubbles. Not as much of
that toast and yeast lees flavor carries through to the midpalate, but there’s
a collection of fruit: pineapple, mango, and pear. The finish is zippy and
cleansing, settling back into a little bit of fresh bread at the very end. All
in all, it’s just a super pleasant sparkling wine. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As we got closer to the dinner hour, I manned the stove and
put together from some fresh crab ravioli from another central PA institution, <a href="https://www.fastaraviolico.com/">Fasta & Ravioli Company</a>, done in
a simple white wine sauce. The wine’s flavors married particularly well with
the rich shellfish, playing off the meatiness while cutting through the sauce’s
butter. While crab is an obvious pairing, shrimp or lobster would be nice. I
also tried a little bit we had left over the next day with some braunschweiger
on a saltine – a flavor craving I picked up as a kid – and was actually a
pretty nice match. While I know liver sausage may not be everyone’s cup of tea,
any sort of pâté would be lovely alongside.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">I’ve long been a fan of these Metodo Classico wines, if
you’ve followed here long enough. They’re excellent budget-friendly substitutes
for many Champagnes, and the Moser is no exception. You’ll find this for around
$25, which is well-priced for a bottle of this quality<br />.</p>
The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-2185680789627137952020-10-19T16:40:00.003-04:002020-10-19T16:53:51.413-04:00Nyetimber -- Bubbles from Great Britain<p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Hello, friends. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGaeQ-F7aB8hBmxVq5qMS5TxUi1j2dhI35wndsac8VjOqmFI7avVGWP8aasHiEjT9Kj1TGBWqsCKqd7OhEjZd8BdvGaFd_21QIHEDohPCJriR962avbfplXAgLoW9uS80BnSQv/s4032/20201014_182817.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="1960" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGaeQ-F7aB8hBmxVq5qMS5TxUi1j2dhI35wndsac8VjOqmFI7avVGWP8aasHiEjT9Kj1TGBWqsCKqd7OhEjZd8BdvGaFd_21QIHEDohPCJriR962avbfplXAgLoW9uS80BnSQv/w195-h400/20201014_182817.jpg" width="195" /></a></div>These are quiet times around the vineyard, but as we
round the horn into the beauty of fall around here, I’m starting to feel like there’s some light around
the corner. <br /><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">To celebrate, or at least take a breath before, what I’m
hoping may be the beginnings of the piercings of this veil of negativity we’ve
been under for what feels like forever. I want to share with you
<b>Nyetimber 2013 Blanc de Blancs</b>, a sparkling wine from…England? </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Yes, England. You read that correctly. While the English are
better known for their fondness for pounding bottle after bottle of Claret
(red Bordeaux to the rest of us) there’s not been a real emphasis on wine
production among our friends across the pond. However, as our global climate warms,
some areas which would have been too cold to produce vinifera grapes
consistently are now finding themselves fertile ground for grape growing. The
total area under vine in England has almost quadrupled over the last decade, largely
in the south of England along the English Channel.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Enter <a href="https://nyetimber.com/" target="_blank">Nyetimber</a>. With vineyards spread across Sussex,
Hampshire, and Kent – the three counties in the southeast corner of the U.K. –
Nyetimber was the first English winery to grow the three primary varietals which
comprise Champagne: Pinot Noir, Petit Meunier, and, of course Chardonnay.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">The Nyetimber estate takes its name from Nitimbreha – the name of the valley
in which the first vines were planted nearly 900 years ago, according to a
reference in the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Domesday_Book">Domesday
Book</a>. The main sparkling varietals were planted much more recently – only over
the last 30 years or so, and those wines were largely consumed locally or
elsewhere in the EU. With England’s departure from that European body, I imagine these
wines will begin appearing in US stores much more frequently.</p><p class="MsoNormal">Thanks to a well-timed visit from the wine fairy (thanks, Pia!), the Sweet Partner in Crime and I had the opportunity to build part of an evening around our first experience with English bubbly -- which I must say was
very pleasant. This 100% Chardonnay spends about five years on its lees, so I readied myself for a Champagne-like experience. What I got was quite different.<br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">The nose of this Blanc de Blancs is somewhat yeasty with a nice backing of lemon and
apple blossom. My first sip was refreshingly bracing. Crisply layered green
apple flavors and flint ride a wave of tight bubbles like a breeze off the
Solent. The texture was fascinating – I’ve never felt the bubbles of a sparkler
on my teeth as tightly as with this wine. The slow-to-build finish exits with some toasty vanilla and a bit of a return of the yeast from the nose. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"> I found the Nyetimber to be less rich and creamy as a lot of
Champagnes, but that is certainly not to its detriment if your taste for sparkling
runs more to the invigorating. I thought it was incredibly lively and would make a fabulous aperitif when we get back to having dinner parties again. Since this wine has such a lovely palate-cleansing
effervescence, I expected it would make a good food wine. No disappointments
there.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"></p><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKt5akyy7BaOIDdiY91Xm5DJm2jRV_yupome4gAG0o2xKtSdZxsSXOSiYOVvXM04LQeTWTPrCPQMFwYmhyCriZu9gb3wIJLPsFiC_0-7AFtSaTGMpwCgaiwdPWR0wRwO2mZZYF/s4032/20201016_185600.jpg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Lobster Rolls and Bubbly" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="1960" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKt5akyy7BaOIDdiY91Xm5DJm2jRV_yupome4gAG0o2xKtSdZxsSXOSiYOVvXM04LQeTWTPrCPQMFwYmhyCriZu9gb3wIJLPsFiC_0-7AFtSaTGMpwCgaiwdPWR0wRwO2mZZYF/w195-h400/20201016_185600.jpg" title="Lobster Rolls and Bubbly" width="195" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br />In landlocked central Pennsylvania, one might not expect to
find good seafood, particularly shellfish. However, in Lemont, just outside of
State College, sits the beacon that is <a href="https://www.mainebayandberry.com/">Maine Bay and Berry</a>, an absolutely
essential stop for us these days. MB&B makes weekly runs to various New
England stops to bring wonderfully fresh fish back to us in Centre County. One
of their signatures, not surprisingly is lobster, and we adore their lobster
rolls – which are light on mayo and heavy on flavor. <p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;">Since the basic rule of food and bubbly is “get a little fat
in your mouth,” we had the Nyetimber alongside our lobster rolls with a side of
potato chips. Once we dug in, I don’t think there was a coherent word that
passed between us – just some guttural yummy noises. If you have a chance to
try the Nyetimber with shellfish – and I imagine it would be astoundingly good
with oysters – do so.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;">The Nyetimber is a special occasion wine – this bottle is
available for around $40-55, depending on seller and quantity, but I imagine
that price will descend. There are also some less-expensive cuvees from the
estate available. There's also a fun feature where you can <a href="https://nyetimber.com/wineinfo">enter a code</a> from the label to see the precise date when your bottle was...well...bottled, riddled, and disgorged. <br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></p>
The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-25320135934406588192020-06-16T09:53:00.002-04:002020-06-16T09:53:50.796-04:00Raleigh Wine Shop -- well-deserved kudos<div class="separator"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"></td></tr><tr align="left"><td class="tr-caption"></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;">My friend James Voltz owns the <a href="https://www.theraleighwineshop.com" target="_blank">Raleigh Wine Shop</a> -- a wonderful store in NC which any of my friends in the Triangle area should get to know. James a certified sommelier -- and trust me, if you're looking for a transcendent wine experience, let his conscience (and his incredible palate) be your guide. <br /></div></div><div></div><div><br /></div><div>The RWS was just named one of the <a href="https://www.winemag.com/best-wine-retailers-education-programs-2020/" target="_blank">Top 50 Wine Education</a> programs in the country by Wine Enthusiast. James has maintained a strong business in these recent days, partly through his commitment to an educational mission for oenophiles. What makes the RWS special, though -- James is an epidemiologist by training. He's set up his house rules, deliveries, staffing, tasting, and guidance with COVID prevention protocols strictly in place. And guess what? Turns out people want to be safe while they're getting their wine!</div><div><br /></div><div>Check out the Raleigh Wine Shop at <a href="https://www.theraleighwineshop.com">https://www.theraleighwineshop.com</a> -- and if you stop in, tell 'em The Naked Vine sent you!<br /></div>The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-54975749289126788722020-06-11T10:35:00.003-04:002020-06-11T10:36:49.567-04:00Proof of Life -- And a Big Box of Rosé
<p class="MsoNormal">Hello, friends. It’s been awhile. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Honestly, I’m not sure how to restart here, so I’m just
going to ramble for a bit. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">I intended to have a lot to say this year – was going to
revamp things a bit and try to reboot the ol’ blog – but I started a new job at
Penn State in October, which drew a lot of my energy, as did the day to day
grind of surviving the reign of Der Gropenf<span>űhrer.</span> </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">2020 rolled around. The Sweet Partner in Crime and I decided
to try to reset our respective livers. We more or less successfully completed a
Dry January. Admittedly, we cheated a couple of times for special occasions
(hey, Holly!) – but we managed to keep to the spirit of things.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Honestly, Dry January wasn’t as tough as I feared…at least
for the first two weeks. We whipped up a supply of mocktails that kept us
going, but I’ll tell you – the last week or so, until we staggered soberly
across the finish line, were a real slog, because there were just some times
that a glass of wine would have been perfect. We made it. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">I lost some weight. I gained it back. I lost more. I weigh
the same now as I did when I was half my current age. I started meditating
regularly, which has been revelatory. Charlie and Rosie are still wonderful
pups. The Sweet Partner in Crime was named a Fellow by the leading national
organization in her field. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Then came COVID. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We went into our homes and, by all indications, started
drinking our collective faces off. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Well, except here in Pennsylvania. Because of the crazy
liquor laws – beer stores stayed open, but wine & liquor stores were all
shuttered. Wine started getting in short supply around these parts. The grocery
stores ran out quickly. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Thank goodness for our friends who drive the delivery
trucks. Scott, our UPS guy, has been a godsend. Pennsylvania is a much easier
place to ship to than our former address.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Which brings us to the actual wine content you’ve come here
for, right?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">As we were getting hard up for any kind of juice,
particularly rosé -- I decided to venture onto Groupon and pull the trigger on a
deal I saw for an inexpensive 15 bottle case. I’m happy to report that my experience
with <a href="https://www.splashwines.com/">Splash Wines</a> was highly
positive. My order came with three bottles each of a selection of five rosé:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>Midnight Black Rose </b>(Italy -- Trentino)<b><br /></b></li><li><b>“Rosé All Day” Beaujolais Rosé </b>(France – Beaujolais)
</li><li><b>Maison Williams Chase Rosé </b>(France – Provence)</li><li><b>Domaine Jacourette Rosé </b>(France – Provence)</li><li><b>Mazzei Belguardo Rosé </b>(Italy – Tuscany)</li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_LBrn65v93QkLHj9X4AalkrBmyhFpnpr_GVMoXqR0DKuk8odT8kavMvIEBBWr6608tCAmDgBUc2Iss2DRTxOJqbxHpbtDjB4m-yPPA6MJVSRszguy2AUtWvcDaaHE9kwmQgt0/s4032/20200611_093141.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1960" data-original-width="4032" height="194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_LBrn65v93QkLHj9X4AalkrBmyhFpnpr_GVMoXqR0DKuk8odT8kavMvIEBBWr6608tCAmDgBUc2Iss2DRTxOJqbxHpbtDjB4m-yPPA6MJVSRszguy2AUtWvcDaaHE9kwmQgt0/w400-h194/20200611_093141.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Ah...good to have you back at the homestead...</i><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Seeing a raft of Italian and French pinkness looking back at
me from the box filled me with hope. My major worry when I ordered this grab
bag was that these inexpensive wines wouldn’t really be “rosé-ish” – meaning that
they’d be overly fruity, slightly sweet, and somewhat heavier in body. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Not the case here at all. I’m not going to do detailed tasting
notes on these selections. All of them are <i>fine</i>. Do any of them have
flavors that leap from the glass to choirs of angels and transcendent goodness?
Of course not. But are they, as a whole, light and crisp with enough flavor to
be interesting, perfect for sipping while contemplating (or trying to avoid contemplating)
both the excitement of a real social change in this country and the terror of
the inevitable pain that will follow as the dying mule of racism kicks back
hard? You betcha.</p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We’ve tried all five of these by now in various contexts.
They’re perfectly food-friendly, pull and pop wines that aren’t just plonk. After
shipping, the price was about $5/per bottle. At that price point, who’s to
complain?</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">My friends, we’re a long way from the end of our various
national turmoils. The levels of dumbassery we keep seeing are only going to
increase as people demand that lockdown be lifted so other people can be forced
to wait on them. Political ideology is no match for epidemiology, so no matter
where you are – be safe, listen to and embrace the experiences of people who don’t
look like you, and <b>wear your damned masks</b>. </p>
<p class="MsoNormal"></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">And, of course, vote against anyone running for office,
incumbent or challenger, who won’t do those things. Because not to put too fine
a point on it -- they don’t care if you die.</p>
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<![endif]-->The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-31578944940115339842019-12-29T14:59:00.001-05:002019-12-29T14:59:40.363-05:00One More One-Hitter: End of Year Barrel BombI guess I wasn't completely accurate -- there <i>is </i>one more Naked Vine left in me for 2019.<br />
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The Sweet Partner in Crime and I recently returned from a whirlwind holiday trip to visit various family and friends. We started with my fam in Eastern Kentucky, then made our way back to our until-recent home Newport to spend some time with friends, and concluded our jaunt in Dayton to see the SPinC's family.<br />
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Thanks to a new Yeti cooler, we were able to pack along holiday meals for both families, including some truly decadent ice cream from the <a href="https://creamery.psu.edu/" target="_blank">Berkey Creamery</a> and a holiday ham from the <a href="https://animalscience.psu.edu/facilities/meats-lab" target="_blank">Meats Lab </a>at Penn State.<br />
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We arrived in Dayton on Christmas Day, only to discover that Pam's brother-in-law, Dapper Donnie, had been hit hard by the flu and spent Christmas Eve in the hospital. Alas, he wasn't able to join us in our holiday feed -- so we sent him a hammy care package. Donnie did send us a gift, though -- a bottle of wine that goes right along with the bourbon-barrel theme we've had running through the site's electrons this year: <b>Barrel Bomb 2017 Red Blend</b>.<br />
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Barrel Bomb has a similar origin to some of the <a href="http://www.thenakedvine.net/2019/11/1000-more-stories-more-adventures-in.html" target="_blank">1000 Stories</a> wines I've covered recently. The wine's made from a blend of red grapes sourced from Lodi, California. I'm not sure what the exact blend is, but figure that Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon figure heavily. The wine comes in a stubby bottle with a replaceable cork -- which might make it easy to lose among the bourbons in your liquor cabinet.<br />
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Let's start with the truth-in-advertising bit. "Bomb" is an accurate descriptor for this wine. Any wine backboned with Zinfandel has the potential to wind up as higher potency, but the trend over the last decade has been towards more restraint in alcohol content. By contrast, the folks at Barrel Bomb decided to party like it's 2010 all over again. This wine clocks in at a muscular 16.5% ABV.<br />
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The winemakers, however, throttled back on the fruit-foward nature of these grapes. The flavor is actually somewhat restrained, if you can believe it. Perhaps the 12 months that the wine spends in oak, with the last 90 days in bourbon casks, mellows it out. The nose is big and fruity, with vanilla riding the back of blueberry and cherry. The body's not subtle -- big fruit, licorice, and smoke over a pretty considerable tannic base that hold on through a powerful but balanced finish.<br />
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In my mind, I think this might end up a better end-of-night sipper than a real dinner pairing. There's a little "portishness" here, so I tried it with some really nice brie that we got as a gift from Lady Vertu, and it worked well -- although I'd probably go with even a bigger cheese, like a Stilton. Chocolate is also an obvious accompaniment.<br />
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All in all, if you're looking for something to sip on during these colder months -- you might give this a try. Also, if you're giving any more gifts, the aesthetic of the bottle itself is interesting.<br />
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Barrel Bomb retails for $16-18. They also make a straight Cabernet Sauvignon, which I haven't tried yet.<br />
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Happy New Year, everyone!<br />
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<br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-55616566214437886872019-12-20T16:57:00.002-05:002019-12-20T16:57:55.600-05:00Naked Vine One-Hitter: Ho! Ho! Ho! -- Go Fo' Merlot!<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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If you’re a wine drinker of a certain age (say basically
anywhere in Gen X), odds are decent that one of your first experiences with “grownup”
wine was with Merlot, which exploded in popularity in the early 90’s, briefly
eclipsing Cabernet Sauvignon in domestic demand.</div>
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Why wouldn’t it? Merlot is a wonderful grape. The flavor is
very approachable – and it responds well to whatever a winemaker wants to do.
Merlot can be a plummy fruit bomb or a subtle, graphite-infused glass of
sensuality. Merlot’s the backbone of probably 80% of the Bordeaux you’ve had in
your life, and it plays very well with other grapes in blends. Among red
grapes, it’s arguably the most flexible primary varietal.</div>
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But then came 2004 and “I’m not drinking any fucking merlot.”
The Sideways Slump is real, and it’s the opposite of spectacular. The damage
dear Miles did to this poor grape goes beyond the immediate drop in demand.
When Merlot disappeared from many a wines-by-the-glass menu, not only did my
g-g-g-generation stop drinking the stuff, but Millennials were left to their
own devices for a starter wine – and they decided, “Nah. Not for me” before
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So now, practically no one knows Merlot. I don’t know when
the last time was that I heard someone order a glass or bottle of the stuff. I
think that’s due for a change.</div>
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If you’re with me on this little challenge, one place I
might recommend starting is in the South American aisle of your wine store,
specifically the Chilean section. Chile cranks out a great quantity of the
stuff, and a lot of it is high quality. And until Commander Smallgloves decides
to levy tariffs on everything worthwhile that comes over our borders, the stuff’s
pretty reasonably priced. If you’re willing to stretch a little bit on price,
there are some simply superb bottles out there to be had.</div>
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One recent example I had the chance to try is the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Marques de Casa Concha 2015 Merlot</b> from
the Maule region in central Chile. This wine, sold under the Concha y Toro
label, was a $25 container of real deliciousness.</div>
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I thought there was a lovely bouquet on this. To me, it smells
of plums and cherry pie. There’s a really nice fullness on the body, along with
flavors of more red fruit and blackberries alongside a solid smoky tannin. The
finish has real staying power as some initial tartness drops down into
chocolate and smoke at the end. There’s a real “roundness” to the whole
experience and I thought it was a damned sexy wine. </div>
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The Sweet Partner in Crime and I had it with a West African
stew we made which included chicken, sweet potatoes, and collard greens, all
seasoned with peanuts and peanut butter. I know, it sounds like a weird pairing,
but it absolutely worked, much to my surprise. Texture on texture. The stew had
a smooth round flavor as well – and the wine’s fruit played off the peanutty
richness. And needless to say (but I’ll say it anyway), it was divine with some
chocolate at the end of the day.</div>
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This will be the last post of 2019, more than likely. Thanks
to all of you for continuing to hang in with me through all the changes of the
last few years. Looking forward to a wonderful 2020. Happy holidays, everyone!</div>
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The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-43975088036697697432019-12-03T18:28:00.003-05:002019-12-03T18:30:45.560-05:00Naked Vine One-Hitter -- One More Story from 1000 Stories<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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The Sweet Partner in Crime was traveling right before
Thanksgiving. She was scheduled to fly back to our house in the woods late
afternoon of the holiday, so we weren’t going to be whipping up our usual
nontraditional Turkey Day feed. </div>
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Instead, to celebrate the SPinC’s return, I tried my hand at
<a href="https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/quick-aged-grilled-rib-eyes">dry-aging
steaks</a> at home. As her flight headed for home, into the sous vide bath went these ribeyes. They turned out wonderfully – full of incredibly rich flavors – but I was
glad that we had a spare fridge to “age” the steaks in. The process is not
without a distinct odor. Had these steaks alongside some roasted brussel
sprouts and mushrooms, which just makes for a good meal.</div>
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Anyway, the day before, I got a visit from the wine fairy, courtesy of the good folks at Colangelo after the publication of my 1000 Stories
wine piece – <b>1000 Stories 2016 “Batch Blue” Carignan.</b></div>
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As you remember, 1000 Stories does some of the barrel aging
of their wines in old bourbon barrels, which imparts some smoke and vanilla to
the wine profile. They’re known for your typical California varietals like
Zinfandel and Cabernet, as well as blends.</div>
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But Carignan? That I didn’t see coming.</div>
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Carignan is an interesting choice for a single varietal
wine, largely because it’s rarely used for such a purpose outside of the
Languedoc region of France and particular regions of Spain. The most common use
for Carignan is as a blending grape. Here in the U.S., Carignan is grown
largely in the Central Coast regions of California. The most prevalent use for
the varietal domestically is – no kidding – jug wine. As such, I was curious to
see what this wine, designed by 1000 Stories’ winemaker Bob Blue and his son,
had to share. </div>
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So, let’s get the immediate out of the way first – this
bottle is most assuredly not plonky jug juice. The grapes are sourced from a
couple of plots in Mendocino County, which boasts a cooler climate than the
Central Coast, so my expectation was for less in-your-face fruit and a little more
subtlety and balance. My expectations were correct.</div>
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While pretty straightforward, I
thought it was a much “rounder” experience than the other 1000 Stories wines
I’d tried. The nose struck a decent balance of vanilla and cherry, with a
little bit of a smoky note – all of which were echoed on the body, along with
some blackberries and dark chocolate. There’s a toasty undertone to it all, but
the smoky flavors were much more subdued than in their other wines. The finish
was softly fruity, smoky, and altogether pleasant. Even though the SPinC is
still shying away from bigger wines, she was able to enjoy this one. </div>
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Since the timing of this bottle was so fortuitous, we
cracked it with our dry-aged dinner. To be honest, it worked well. I thought
this wine was nicely balanced alongside the deep flavors of the steak. There
was enough tannin in the mix to keep it interesting, and the fruit held up
against the range of flavors.</div>
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I certainly enjoyed this wine as much as the other 1000
Stories offerings – and in certain contexts, would probably be my top choice
amidst their selections. Like the other wines in this particular portfolio,
you’ll find it from $18-20.<br />
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P.S. Happy Birthday, Sis! </div>
The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-69964679576469244702019-11-24T13:04:00.001-05:002019-11-24T13:05:05.934-05:001000 (More) Stories – More adventures in Bourbon Barrelling<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Last year, I wrote about <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">1000 Stories Wines</b> – California reds which derive a particular
character from being aged in used bourbon barrels. </div>
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If you’re interested in more of the backstory about these
wines, I welcome you to <a href="http://www.thenakedvine.net/2018/10/bourbon-barrel-aged-wine-does-wood-make.html">bounce
over here</a> for a refresher about these fairly interesting bottles.</div>
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Short version: Many wines are aged in barrels of one type or
another. <span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">You’ll see wines aged in French,
American, or Hungarian oak most commonly. The interior of these casks are
usually “toasted” to some degree. The more toasting, the stronger the oaky
flavor. Bourbon barrels, taller and thinner than most wine casks, as well as
more heavily toasted, could potentially add a boatload of flavor. Even after
being used, a barrel can still impart distinct flavors to whatever’s stored
inside it.</span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Finding old bourbon
barrels sounds like a difficult step, but, according to the legal rules
governing distillation in the U.S., Bourbon can only be aged in a new cask.
After that, the barrels have long been sold to distillers making whiskeys and
other spirits – and sometimes beer makers. The recent “Bourbon Boom” has,
naturally, added a great number of additional barrels to the market, and some
winemakers have jumped at the opportunity to ride that particular wave of
popularity.</span></div>
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1000 Stories produced the first California Zinfandel aged in
bourbon barrels, which I tried when I wrote the initial article, alongside
their proprietary “Gold Rush Red” blend. Fast forward a year and a month, and
the Wine Fairy delivered another pair of 1000 Stories wines to my doorstep. No
Zinfandel this year, but I got to try this year’s model: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">1000 Stories 2017 Gold Rush Red</b>, as well as the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">1000 Stories 2017 “Prospectors’ Proof”
Cabernet Sauvignon</b>. </div>
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(Bonus points to their marketing department for proper use
of the trailing apostrophe!)</div>
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One change I can report between last year’s vintage and this
– Bob Blue, the winemaker at 1000 Stories, has dialed back the alcohol content
somewhat. The Gold Rush Red now clocks in at lower than last year’s 15% alcohol,
while the Cabernet sits at 14.5%. Don’t think this means that these wines are
trending towards delicate. Nosiree. This pair of reds pack a considerable
punch. Both should be opened for at least 30-45 minutes before you get down to
drinking.</div>
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<a href="https://www.1000storieswines.com/wp-content/uploads/1STRS_Silkscreen-GRR_Mockup-1-278x1024.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="217" height="400" src="https://www.1000storieswines.com/wp-content/uploads/1STRS_Silkscreen-GRR_Mockup-1-278x1024.png" width="107" /></a></div>
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The Gold Rush, although slightly toned down, resonates with
my comment from last year: “It’s a big ol’ bomb of intense dark fruits,
especially plums and dark cherries.” My notes from now give it some plums and
vanilla on the nose, with a body of ripe dark fruit, loads of tannin and
graphite. The finish is very smoky and tannic. Will need an accompaniment of
strong cheeses or grilled meats to really reach its best.</div>
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The Prospectors’ Proof gives me leather, vanilla, and a bit
of an herbal note on the nose. The body was somewhat lighter than I expected
after last year’s Zin. Some more restraint to be found here. Body’s got that
classic cherry and currant flavor of Cabernet, along with a fair amount of
smoke. The finish is charcoalish, with a note of green pepper that I wouldn’t
have expected outside of Bordeaux. The wine’s a bit shy – the flavors fade in
and out as it gets air over time until it finds its footing. Once it does, it’d
be nice next to steak, mushrooms, or other grilled goodnesses.</div>
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1000 Stories has also added a bourbon barrel-aged Chardonnay and Carignan to their portfolio. I'll be curious to see how those would end up. </div>
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These wines retail for $17-20. If you’re interested in a bourbon-tinged
vanilla and smoke flavor with your wine this winter, it’d be worth giving these
a go.</div>
The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-43281940620065332072019-11-11T08:19:00.003-05:002019-11-11T08:19:30.993-05:00New Discoveries -- Lugana DOC and Turbiana<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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always a new region or varietal to explore. I was recently turned on to wines
from the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Lugana DOC</b> – and its autochthonal
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(In case you’re wondering, “autochthonal” is WineSpeak for “grape
native to the region” – and I’ve written about these wonderful discoveries <a href="http://www.thenakedvine.net/2012/05/20-mondi.html">previously</a>.) <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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Lugana is a small growing region that lies just south of
Italy’s largest lake, Lago di Garda, and is one of Italy’s more popular areas
for in-country vacation travel. My colleague Michelle at Colangelo, who sent
these samples along to me, vouched for the beauty of the region and the lake
itself. She called the wines “unique” – and based on my first experience with
them, I’m certainly inclined to agree. </div>
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About 95% of all wines made in Lugana are dry whites. As I
mentioned, the primary grape grown in the region is <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Turbiana</b> – and all whites from that region are required to be at
least 90% Turbiana in the blend, although most are 100%. Turbiana was known as “Trebbiano
di Lugana” for awhile, but genetic studies indicated that it’s not related to
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Turbiana is a late-ripening, high acid grape which responds
well to oak aging, meaning it can be produced either in a clean “drink young”
style or one that could be more age-worthy. On trying this pair of whites, I
found it quite interesting how two wines from the same region, same grape could
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The first one we cracked was the younger one – the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Armea Vitium 2018 Lugana DOC</b>. ($16) This wine
was fairly fruit forward in style. The nose was nicely fragrant, with nicely
fragrant warm apple and vanilla aromas. Pears and apples overlaid a backbone of
mineral, with a touch of a fruity sweetness. The finish is a bit creamy, with
more of that apple flavor lingering for a good long while. Overall, it’s fairly
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The other – the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Podere
Selva Capuzza Menasasso 2015 Lugana Riserva</b> ($20) -- was quite a contrast once
you get past the nose. Up front, this wine displayed a similar warm apple and
spice flavor, although more on the baking spice end of the scale. The body, though,
held a world of difference. There’s far less fruit here initially. Although there
was still the apple and pear, it quickly gave way to a wall of flint and a bit
of an astringency that reminded me initially of a Muscadet. The finish is sharp
and flinty, with a lemony linger. I thought that this wine improved a *lot*
once it got some air. I thought the flavors smoothed out quite a bit the next
day, so give this one plenty of time to open up. On their own, I still preferred
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On the information sheet, one of the recommended pairing was
herbed malfatti – which was a dish I’d never heard of. Turns out that they’re
small ricotta and spinach balls, mixed with herbs and boiled briefly, served
over a plate of sauce. “Malfatti” translates as “badly formed,” which
accurately described my first attempt at making <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2014/jan/24/italian-malfatti-recipe">these
little guys</a>. Pushing through, though – they were quite tasty. The Riserva,
I thought, was the better wine with these – although if I had it to do over, I’d
have used a white wine and butter sauce instead of my typically fabulous red
sauce.</div>
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All in all, I thought these were really fascinating whites.
They hit a bit of a sweet spot between Sauvignon blanc and Chardonnay – which makes
them a really nice choice as the weather gets cooler but you still have a
hankering for a white. Might be a nice possibility for Thanksgiving, truth be
told.</div>
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Here at our new pad in The Pennsylvania, we’ve been dealing
with some of the joys of home ownership that inevitably come with buying a home
that’s considered vintage. We’ve gone from our old place in Newport to our
State College mid-century modern, built in 1951. The place has been
(thankfully) refurbished a couple of times over the years – most recently in
the late 90’s. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Alas, the late 90’s seems to have been the last time that
our air conditioner was seriously serviced, so, of course, the compressor
decided to go to the Scrapyard in the Sky during a particularly warm stretch
here. We got a new unit installed – just as the heat broke, of course. But with
that break came the first taste of fall, cool evenings, and bracing for our
first Football Weekend in State College.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Anyway…autumn is just around the corner, which means that we’re
sliding into the time of year when, for most of us (except for you, Uncle
Alan), bigger, more powerful reds start coming back in vogue. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Along those lines, We had a chance to sample a new Spanish
offering last week as we enjoyed some of the cooler weather. The <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Marques de Murrieta 2015 Rioja Reserva</b> was
on our table the other evening as we took some much needed solace from the
sweat of the previous weeks.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Before I talk about this particular bottle, though – a little
background. First off, Rioja is not a grape. Following the naming conventions
of most European wines, Rioja is named for the region in northern Spain where
it’s produced. Rioja reds are primarily blends, made up of Tempranillo,
Garnacha (Grenache), Mazuelo (Carignan), and Graciano. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Rioja reds are typically built to age for a long time, and
they’re often held in barrel for years. This same winery – Marques de Murrieta –
finally released their 1942 Gran Reserva in <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">1983.</i>
If a wine is labeled “Reserva” – as the one I tried is, it must be aged for a
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As with many potentially long-lived wines, Rioja improves a
great deal with decanting. Because of the tannic structure, they really need
some air to smooth out and let the flavors broaden. This wine was no different.
The tech notes say to give it 20-30 minutes, but I found that the wine
continued to develop over the course of hours, even into the next day. Seriously,
decant this mother.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Experience-wise, I thought this wine had a gorgeous nose
once it had opened up. A lovely bouquet of vanilla, violets, and cherries jump
up quickly. The body had rich spice notes, dark fruit, and leather flavors
quite evident. The tannins, predictably, were big – but they were really nicely
balanced. (The SPinC, who basically doesn’t drink anything heavier than Pinot
Noir these days, thought it was smooth enough for her to handle.) The finish is
lasting and grippy, ending with a graphite and dark cherry double feature that
really builds after a couple of sips.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rioja is one of the more food-friendly “big” wines that you
can find, in my experience. The notes say that it pairs with “baked red snapper…and
lamb chops with buttermilk.” That’s a pretty broad range! Personally, I love to
pair Rioja with the mean pan of paella I’ve been known to make Given I hadn’t
made one since we moved to The Pennsylvania, I had to throw down. So glad I
did. Made for an absolutely worthy pairing. <o:p></o:p></div>
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This was a pretty sexy wine, I have to say. It’s a bit of a
splurge at $30, but if you’re looking for a really nice bottle to take to a
dinner – this will be a crowd pleaser.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-20122639626238462372019-08-21T16:47:00.002-04:002019-08-21T16:50:15.584-04:00A Dog Lover Tries “9 Lives”<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Anyone who’s spent time around this little shabeen of
mine knows that the Sweet Partner in Crime and I love our pups. One of the real
stress points for us in our recent move to State College was worrying how our
critters would adjust to living in The Pennsylvania.</div>
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We had some tense moments when we got here. Even though we
have a fenced-in backyard at our new place, our dear girl Rosie is every bit
the beagle – and she exploited every opening she could find. She escaped four
times in the first two weeks, but managed to find her way home each time –
although once, apparently, she made a visit to an open sewer first. She’s
gotten much better. The Charles Dog has had no such inclinations. He just wants
to snuggle.<o:p></o:p></div>
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So, when across the wires came the opportunity to try a
couple of Chilean wines tagged with the moniker “9 Lives,” I hoped that my
natural bias towards canines wouldn’t mess with my ability to be objective
about what we were going to be tasting. I did my best.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The 9 Lives wine line comes from Vi<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">ñ</span>a San Pedro, a Chilean producer. As you know, I’ve
long espoused losing the notion that most South American wine is cheap plonk.
While there are some hastily made, one-note wines from below the Equator, there
are also many affordable, well-made wines that regularly make their way north. I
think these two offerings – a Sauvignon Blanc and a Cabernet Sauvignon certainly
fall into that category.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The wine’s name stems from a black cat that would appear in
the winery vineyard. The first winemaker at the place put a charm with the
number nine around the cat’s neck – and the cat has never left. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Both these wines hail from Chile’s “Central Valley” – but,
truth be told, that’s like saying that a domestic wine is “from California.”
The Central Valley wine region is one of the largest in South America – with so
many subregions and microclimates that just seeing “Central Valley” won’t tell
you much about the wine style. These wines are also labeled “Reserve,” but that
doesn’t have a particular meaning.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I can tell you, however, that they’re both quite decent.
Each retails for right around ten bucks, so you’d be getting a pretty solid
value, in my estimation.<o:p></o:p></div>
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San Pedro 2018 “9 Lives” Sauvignon Blanc</b> – Very light and refreshing. The
tropical fruit flavors of Sauvignon Blanc certainly are in evidence, although the
body feels much more like a well-made pinot grigio or a stainless-tanked Chardonnay.
I thought it was nicely aromatic, with plenty of lemon and orange blossom on
the nose. The body is crisp and dry, with lemon and pineapple flavors edging
over a nice minerality which simply doesn’t exist in many contemporary
SauvBlancs. The finish is crisp – reminiscent of the grapefruity finish on a
vinho verde. Also really improves with a little bit of air. For warm weather, a
real winner at the price. <o:p></o:p></div>
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San Pedro 2017 “9 Lives” Cabernet Sauvignon </b>– When I did my <a href="http://www.thenakedvine.net/2010/12/perceptions-reflection-exploration-of.html">informal
study on wine perception</a> many moons ago, I made the observation that the
more expensive someone thinks a wine is, the better they’ll usually think it
tastes. Here, I’m trying a Cabernet that’s under $10 – so I had very moderate
expectations. The wine blew right past those. Whatever magic that cat brought
to the vineyard, it’s reflected in a very solid Cab. There are actual vanilla
and tobacco aromas on the nose to go with the common red berries, and the
flavors are really nicely balanced between dark red fruit, leather, and a very
nice smoky tannin. The finish is the only place where things trail off a bit –
it’s a bit soft on the end and the tannins don’t linger, but for ten bucks, I
mean – whaddya want? If you’ve got grilled meat or big cheeses, set it and
forget it. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I can appreciate cats, you know. In my days hanging with the
Wizard of Covington, I had to overcome my allergies and was able to get along
with critters of the feline persuasion. But nothing will replace the
unconditional love of my pups – who are finally making the adjustment to this
place, as you can see…<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-47612758919226841712019-08-02T15:02:00.002-04:002019-08-02T15:03:21.194-04:00Miss Me? Hello, friends!<br />
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Yes, the Naked Vine is still alive and well -- just transplanted! There's been a lot going on in VineLand over the last several months. The Sweet Partner in Crime traded in her UC Bearcat red and black for the navy and white of the Penn State Nittany Lions. We've been spending a great deal of recent time getting ourselves set up in our new place here in State College.<br />
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As any of you who have ever uprooted and headed for a new town know -- moving can be insanely stressful, and moving in the summer means dealing with many days in the warmth. Not to be overly predictable -- but summer means rosé, and a bottle of pink Italian goodness showed up at the homestead recently.<br />
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Except, to my surprise, what I had in my hand wasn't <i>technically </i>rosé. Instead, I found myself with a wine style called <i>Ramato</i> -- the <b>Attems 2018 Pinot Grigio Fruili DOC Ramato</b>, to be precise.<br />
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What is it? Ramato is a specific term for a rosé-style wine made from Pinot Grigio grapes. The name "Ramato" is from the Italian word for "copper." Pinot Grigio grapes, when ripe, are a greyish-purple, hence their name (and a major differentiation from their cousin Pinot Noir). When pinot grigio pressings are macerated on the grape skins -- which is the process that turns rosé pink -- the resulting juice can turn anywhere from a pale pink to a deep orange, depending on how long the skin contact goes on.<br />
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The resulting wine has a different profile than most rosé. There are typically more spice and floral notes on the nose -- and the flavor tends to have more of a stone fruit character.<br />
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We popped the Attems while flopping on our deck chairs after a long day of home setup logistics. The bouquet of this wine hit me right out of the box. Many rosé have noses that are so light and delicate as to be almost unnoticeable, but that's certainly not the case here in this glass smelling of peach, grapefruit, and baking spice. The flavor is where the delicacy lies with this wine -- the strawberry and cherry flavors are bounded by minerals. I thought it was incredibly well-balanced and pleasant to drink. The finish had a bit of a peppery note that I found really interesting.<br />
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The tech notes on this said it was a "perfect partner" to sweeter cured meats and prosciutto, both of which we happened to have in the fridge, along with some Manchego cheese and marcona almonds. We assembled a little charcuterie tray and went to town. They weren't lying -- this was a great aperitif/appetizer wine.<br />
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While most Ramato is Italian in origin, many domestic winemakers who grow Pinot Grigio have been trying the style -- which is certainly worth looking out for as you're wandering down the pink aisle of your local wine shop. (Side note: Central PA can't hold a candle to the wine stores we had in the 859...)<br />
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The Attems retails for around $16. A very decent bottle if you're looking for something refreshing.<br />
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The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-63551667519639933662019-05-16T15:59:00.001-04:002019-05-16T16:04:38.102-04:00Naked Vine Double Barrel: A Pair of Prosecco<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Not long ago, I spent a very enjoyable afternoon with my Wizardly brother-from-another-mother and his lovely wife, the Breaker of Chains. They'd been in the market for some new furniture -- and when it arrived, I popped by their place to help them do a little interior redecorating.<br />
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Since it was mid-afternoon and any sort of design work goes better with alcohol, I brought along a couple of bottles of Prosecco to sample side-by-side. After all, a new comfy sofa is a perfect excuse to crack some bubbly, no?<br />
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Prosecco, and sparkling wine in general, has been on a bit of a domestic tear over the last several years. Once largely a celebratory bottle, sparkling wine's showing up as an "ordinary day" beverage more often, driven in a great part by Millennials embracing bubbly. (Since sparkling wine goes wonderfully with anything fatty, avocado toast is a great Prosecco pairing.)<br />
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Prosecco has led the way in driving this sales increase, eating into the market share of both Cava from Spain and many domestic sparklers. Sales of the stuff were up almost 25% in 2018, and that trend seems to be holding.<br />
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What is Prosecco? To nod at the last couple of columns here, Prosecco is an Italian wine region not far from Venice. For many years, however, the grape from which the wine is made was also referred to, somewhat incorrectly, as Prosecco. The proper varietal name, Glera, is now the primary referent.<br />
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Like most sparkling wines, Prosecco can be produced in any number of styles -- from dry to sweet -- based on the amount of residual sugar left after fermentation. There's no need to guess about the level of sweetness. You'll see one of these terms, from driest to sweetest, on the label:<br />
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<i>Brut, Extra Dry, Dry, Demi-Sec</i>.<br />
Yes, you're reading that correctly -- Extra Dry is slightly sweeter than Brut.<br />
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Extra Dry and Brut are the most common styles, and those were the bottles that I brought over for our little design session. We had these to sample:<br />
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<b>Tenuta Sant'Anna Prosecco DOC Extra Dry</b><br />
<b>Bacio Della Luna Prosecco DOC Brut</b><br />
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We tried them side-by-side, first on their own and then as the backbone of mimosas.<br />
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The Tenuta was a very easy-drinking bubbly, full of peaches and pears. The Bacio leaned more in a apple and peach direction. On their own, we all preferred the Bacio for its crispness and its more pronounced flavors. "The sparkle makes the flavor really pop," noted the BoC.<br />
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As for making mimosas, and I find this to be true with almost all sparkling wine, the extra dry version tends to make for a better balanced cocktail. That little bit of residual sweetness allows the various flavors in a cocktail a little more of a platform to strut their stuff. I thought the Tenuta also would have been a particularly strong choice if you're a summertime chugger of Aperol Spritzes.<br />
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You should be able to find either of these wines for just north of $15. Either of them should take care of your bubbly needs nicely.<br />
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<br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-39238363316495718892019-04-28T15:25:00.000-04:002019-05-16T15:28:39.909-04:00Kin & Cascadia -- Thinking about "Regional" wines<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As I mentioned in the recent Chianti column, the naming convention surrounding most European wines revolves around the region, subregion, or -- in some cases -- the very patch of ground on which the grapes are grown. While this convention is helpful for delineating how a wine is a reflection of <i>terroir</i> -- the combination of soil, climate, weather, and history that go into a particular wine, it's often less helpful if you're...say...looking for a bottle of cabernet sauvignon.<br />
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Here in the States, by contrast, we tend to name our wines primarily by the main grape in the bottle. If at least 75% of the juice is made from, say, Merlot -- then the bottle can read "Merlot." The identity of the grapes on the rest of the blend can be disclosed or not, depending on the winery's desire.<br />
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Wine's about a sense of place, though. A Chardonnay from southern California will taste very different from one grown in..say...Missouri. Even more applicable, a Cabernet Sauvignon from California's. Napa Valley will taste very different from a Cabernet Sauvignon grown by the coast in neighboring Sonoma County.<br />
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To establish a sense of place, in 1978, the federal government developed a system by which a wine's location could be classified. Winegrowing regions were classified by climate and topography into American Viticultural Areas, or AVA's for short. For a wine to claim a particular AVA, such as "Anderson Valley" or "Yamhill-Carlton" -- 85% of the grapes must be sourced from that particular area. A particular AVA, such as "Napa Valley" can contain multiple sub-AVA's -- like "Los Carneros" or "St. Helena." But the broader-based "regional blends" are one way to get a sense of how terroir shapes a wine in a particular area -- so you can see if you like it.<br />
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This brings us to this edition's wines, a Cabernet Sauvignon and a Pinot Noir from <b>Kin & Cascadia</b> -- an oenological partnership between the Sager and Master families in the Pacific Northwest. The two wines that I had the opportunity to try boast their roots from particular AVAs.<br />
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To start with -- the <b>Kin & Cascadia 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon (~$16)</b>. The wine is listed as being from "Columbia Valley, Washington." The Columbia Valley AVA is a very large area, shared between Oregon and Washington. Within the Columbia Valley AVA are seven subregions, one of which is the Wahluke Slope AVA -- from where a good portion, but not quite 85% of the grapes come.<br />
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I tend to like Washington State cabernets. I think they're generally a little less alcohol-driven and more subtle with their fruits than their brethren in California. The Kin & Cascadia is relatively decent. It's a drinkable Cabernet -- with coffee and black cherry flavors being the dominant flavors. Unfortunately, there's little else to note flavorwise. The finish has a somewhat sharp tannic quality, even after an hour of air, that I didn't find personally pleasant. I thought it was decent enough alongside a steak or a rich stew, but I didn't think it was overly interesting itself.<br />
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The <b>Kin & Cascadia 2017 Pinot Noir (~$14) </b>is a different story. This Pinot sources its grapes from the Willamette (rhymes with "Dammit!") Valley, the best known and largest of the Oregon AVA's. Now, I love me some Oregon Pinot -- and I've had enough of it to be able to somewhat ascertain the difference between the various sub-AVA's within the Willamette. The grapes here are likely from a variety of places around the Valley, and that's not a bad thing. Sometimes, especially with wines at this price point, finding the right grape sources makes for a tasty blend.<br />
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That's the case here. This particular blend of Pinot grapes yielded a lighter-styled but still quite interesting Pinot. Strawberry and cherry flavors go alongside a nicely floral nose, a solidly smoky, fruity midpalate, and a lingering, softly smoky finish. For a Pinot Noir at this price point, it's a pretty impressive offering. I think it's an incredibly good value at this price point, especially for fans of lower-alcohol Pinots. I also thought it was better with a steak than the Cab, to be perfectly honest.<br />
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Learning about different AVA's gives you an opportunity to fine-tune the sorts of wines you'll tend to enjoy, even if you might not recognize a certain producer. Think it an AVA as a high-level overview of what you should expect.<br />
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As I've gotten older and more full of years, my palate's changed a bit. Lighter-styled wines have been finding their way to our table more and more often. As a result, I've been grooving on Chianti -- that famously food-friendly red from Tuscany.<br />
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Now, if you're new here, remember that the naming conventions for Italian wines (as well as many European wines in general) are different from here. Many folks I know think that "Chianti" is a grape and "Chianti Classico" means a higher grade of Chianti. Release yourself from those assumptions. Chianti is the region within Tuscany from where the wine hails. (Chianti Classico is a subzone of the Chianti region.)<br />
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Chianti is made primarily from the Sangiovese grape -- at least 75% of the blend must be Sangiovese to be considered a Chianti. There are a number of other grapes, that can provide the other 25% of the blend, including red grapes Syrah and Merlot -- and whites like Malvasia and Trebbiano.<br />
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Because of this blending diversity, Chianti can be all over the map as far as flavor profile. Leaner, more acidic Chianti tend to have a higher percentage of white grapes blended in. The Chianti I had the chance to try recently -- <b>Castiglioni 2016 Chianti</b> -- was on the other end of the spectrum.<br />
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Castiglioni is the original estate of the Frescobaldi wine family. Wine has been produced from its vineyards since the 1300's. Their current version of Chianti is a straight blend of Sangiovese and Merlot. The result is an Italian wine that's a bit more approachable than many Chianti.<br />
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I find Chianti to have a bit of a "chalky" background flavor, which might not sound great to drink on its own -- but it actually allows it to mesh in a complementary fashion with just about any type of food. The Castiglioni has less of that chalk flavor because of the merlot in the blend, which masks it with a bigger dose of fruit. Cherry and blackberry are the dominant flavors here. This is a round, full, uncomplicated version of Chianti that can be sipped on its own.<br />
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With food, as with many Chianti, it's a much better choice in my estimation. We had this over the weekend alongside a savory lamb stew and it was a very nice accompaniment. It would also be a solid choice with roast chicken, red sauced pasta, or almost any kind of cheese, in my estimation.<br />
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Castiglioni Chianti retails for around $15. It's a very decent quaffer. Also, if you're new to Italian wines, this might be a good gateway bottle to start a vinous exploration of the region.<br />
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<br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-82295643155426555622019-04-17T15:31:00.000-04:002019-04-17T15:31:15.481-04:00Naked Vine One-Hitter: Alìe -- A right, round rosé<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Longtime Vineheads know I've long been a champion of rosé. For over a decade, I've been chanting my "pink is not a flavor" mantra to winedrinkers worried someone might think they ordered a glass of white zin. <br /><br />While I can't take credit for the now-social appropriateness of the pink stuff, I certainly appreciate that the upswing in the rosé market has driven a number of countries and regions to up their respective rosé games. One particular example of this -- Italy. <br /><br />I've never been a huge fan of Italian rosé, in general. I've found their rosés, often marketed as "rosato," to be overly fruity, usually a little too sweet, and honestly inferior in quality to any French rosé. I'd prefer a very light Italian red, slightly chilled, to almost any rosato. <br /><br />But this old dog can certainly learn a new trick -- because I had the chance to try this new offering from Frescobaldi in Tuscany -- <b>Alìe 2007 Toscana Rosé. </b><br /><br />Alìe draws its name from a legendary sea nymph. Like most ancient Roman myths -- the story of Alìe is derived from a similar Greek story -- her name was "Halia" in the Greek version. Thankfully, the story of this wine is much more pleasant than Halia's own legend -- google if you want, but fair warning: like most women in Greek myths, Halia/Alìe doesn't get a happy ending... <br /><br />In any case, this particular wine, made largely from Syrah with a touch of Vermentino for crispness, is a uniquely bold rosé. Alìe boasts one of the more striking bouquets of any rosé I've tried in quite some time. Many of these wines have very light, delicate airs -- this one, not so much. I found a full nose of ripe melon, fresh blossoms, and tropical fruits. The tropical fruit flavors are certainly present on the palate, as well -- alternating mango, pineapple, and a little cherry flavor. I expected the finish to be a little flabby with this much fruit on the palate, but I was pleasantly surprised to get a crisp, clean wind-down, with those fruit flavors lingering on a rounded mouthfeel. <br /><br />It's a pretty substantial rosé, so if you're looking for something super light and flinty to drink on a hot day, this probably isn't going to be your speed. As a food wine, though, it really excelled. We had this next to some chicken roasted with lemon, capers, basil and torn bread -- and the roundness of the palate made it an excellent complement. <br /><br />If you're interested in breaking out of a rosé rut, this would be a nice change of pace. Alìe retails for $17-20.The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-72857892894951300662019-03-14T12:27:00.000-04:002019-03-14T12:27:17.139-04:00Naked Vine One-Hitter: Bubbly Cocktails for Spring with Zonin Prosecco<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There’s a lot happening on the home front here at Vine HQ, which I’ll catch all
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In the meantime, however, the Wine Fairy dropped a bottle
off at the door which, if you’ve been around here awhile, you’ll probably
recognize: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Zonin “Cuvee 1821” Prosecco Brut.<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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This particular sparkler’s shown up here from time to time
over the years, and it’s a consistently solid performer, especially at an ~$13
price point. On its own, it’s is on the dry-but-fruity side. I found it had a
gentle, blossomy nose of apples and pineapples. Green apple and lemon flavors
on the palate are balanced with a touch of almond and a zippy acidity. The
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Thankfully, spring is just around the corner – and Prosecco,
while a year ‘round beverage, has a warm season flavor to me. This winter, I’ve
been grooving on cocktail making – and with the bulk of this bottle to work
with, I decided to try mixing up a couple of springtime drinks with the stuff I
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The classic sunshine beverage. Pour the Aperol into a wine glass filled with ice, top with Prosecco and top with the club soda. Garnish
with an orange wheel. The sweet/bitter flavors play off each other in a
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<br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-28262507701027427612019-01-07T16:50:00.001-05:002019-01-07T16:50:12.721-05:00Rabisco – Chewy, Portuguese, and (halfway) Autochthonal <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Since it's the middle of winter (although it hardly feels like it
these days), this is the natural season to consume a glass of that delightfully
fortified product, Port. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Port, in the world’s least surprising reveal, originated in
Portugal. Port is initially fermented like a typical wine, but a neutral grain spirit
is added to stop the fermentation and leave some residual sugar in the mix, which
ultimately conveys the sweetness to the stuff. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Practically all ports are blends. There are about 100
different grapes approved for use in Port making, but there are five primary native
(or <i>autochthonal</i>, if you want to use
the official terminology) varietals. The king of these native Portuguese grapes
is a varietal called <i>Touriga Nacional</i>.
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Touriga Nacional vines bear small grapes with a high skin to
pulp ratio – meaning that the juice flavors tend to run to the powerful side. Touriga
Nacional provides depth and color to most blends. Touriga Nacional vines are
very fast-growing, but those vines have some of the lowest yields of any
vinifera grape. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Although Touriga Nacional is generally considered the finest
Portuguese red varietal, until the last few years it comprised only around 2%
of Portugal’s total vineyard plantings. In the last decade, however,
improvements in vine maintenance and crossbreeding have upped TourNac yields,
and Portuguese winemakers have begun making dry red wine blends featuring it.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Enter <b>Rabisco 2015 Reserva
Tejo </b>-- a dry red wine made from 50% Touriga Nacional and 50% from good ol’
Cabernet Sauvignon. <o:p></o:p></div>
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To break the wine’s name down a bit – Rabisco means “Scratch”
in Portuguese. The winery from which this wine hails is part of an animal sanctuary
and dozens of bird species pass through during migration. Most famously, storks
winter in this region – and the wine label centers on a freehand pencil “scratch”
sketch of one of these beautiful birds. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Tejo is the region surrounding the Tejo River, near the
vineyards of the grapes. “Reserva” simply means that it’s a high quality,
single vintage wine, but official aging or fermenting definitions aren’t attached
to that term.<o:p></o:p></div>
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What’s this wine like? Well, for starters, it’s relatively
inexpensive (as are many Portuguese wines) – retailing at $13. Not
surprisingly, considering the skin thickness of the Touriga Nacional grape, it’s
a big, honking mouthful of tannin, especially before the wine’s had time to
open up. Decant for half an hour if you can. The Cabernet adds some dark fruit –
blackberries and currants – which are deepened by the TourNac – but it’s
certainly no fruit bomb.<o:p></o:p></div>
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It’s a wine longer on tannins than richness, so if you’re
looking for something with a lighter body but a bigger flavor punch – it would probably
appeal. I would imagine that the combination is somewhat of an acquired taste.
I thought it was worth a try – especially alongside a braised pork dish or a
tapas-y spread of appetizers. The SPinC thought it was too punchy for her
palate. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">All in all, it’s probably worth a try if you like full-flavored red
wines. For someone who wants the combo of big tannin without an associated
jamminess, it’s a good choice, especially at the price point. Fans of either
Bordeaux or California merlots/cabs might not be quite as enamored.</span>The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-40897433317094628662018-11-05T19:40:00.000-05:002018-11-06T09:30:29.599-05:00Benham's Barrel-Finished Gin -- A Fascinating, Perplexing Spirit<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1IZSoiyDfm_mATbQnWB5Y1OpFsYRcrjSlHjGVLV_prbss6g8tfdYv5zcXYtdc3UABpH3xovcGO_tQKtkIgZVzKOKR1VJAJOyeh7-MjVeo9-L567c1aVoGVSqyQBhoeS-tIRnc/s1600/20181020_175953.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1011" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1IZSoiyDfm_mATbQnWB5Y1OpFsYRcrjSlHjGVLV_prbss6g8tfdYv5zcXYtdc3UABpH3xovcGO_tQKtkIgZVzKOKR1VJAJOyeh7-MjVeo9-L567c1aVoGVSqyQBhoeS-tIRnc/s400/20181020_175953.jpg" width="252" /></a>We've been on a bit of a barrelling kick here in Vineland. We've done a couple of stories on bourbon-barrel aged wine -- and I've seen more and more beers marketed as "aged in barrels," usually whiskey or wine. A natural outgrowth, I expect, of the worldwide bourbon boom. After all, bourbon barrels can only be used once for whiskey, and all these old barrels gotta go <i>somewhere. </i><br />
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I'm certainly all for waste not-want not.<br />
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Inevitable, then, that this desire for upcycling old spirit storage would start to land in other reaches of the world of potent potables. I got to try a rather unique concoction recently -- one that still puzzles me a bit.<br />
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Gentle readers -- meet <b>D. George Benham's Barrel Finished <u>Gin</u>.</b><br />
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I know -- that last word done threw you for a loop, didn't it? Gin -- that most aromatic of hard liquors, greeted immediately with a partisan facial expression, depending on the drinker's perspective. In all my travels, gin is the most divisive spirit, in my estimation. Personally, I'm in the "pro" category, but I'm usually a traditionalist when it comes to these -- Martinis, Negronis, summertime gin & tonics...you know the drill.<br />
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But the Benham's is a different animal altogether. From Graton Distillery in Sonoma, CA -- Benham's is made in the traditional gin fashion. If you're unfamiliar, gin starts out as most liquors do -- as a neutral, usually grain based spirit. Once there's a base spirit -- basically pure ethanol -- it is redistilled with a bunch of aromatics, usually based around juniper. Benham's includes other botanicals like buddha's hand, grains of paradise, galangal, meyer lemon, and others.<br />
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Benham has produced a relatively small-batch gin for some time, but this year -- they're rolling out their barrel-aged version. This version of the gin is aged for a period of time in used Zinfandel barrels, a varietal they landed on after trying several other varietal barrels. “We experimented a lot. We used Pinot, Syrah, and even Chardonnay barrels. The Zinfandel barrels have the right spiciness that plays well with our local Northern California botanicals such as lemon,” explained Jeff Duckhorn, the master distiller of the product.<br />
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Now, aging gins on wood isn't exactly a new thing. The precursor to gin is a Dutch spirit called genever. There are two versions -- neue genever, which is clear and oude genever, which is aged on wood and -- I was informed -- is only consumed by older folk. When I first tried -- and enjoyed! -- it in Amsterdam at age 41, I was informed that I was now the "youngest Oude Genever fan in the Netherlands."<br />
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I sat down one evening with the Sweet Partner in Crime and some nosing glasses to give this a run. Our first reaction was universally positive. If you're a gin fan, you'll love the aromatics on this spirit. There's the juniper, lemon, and spice aromas that you'd expect, but with an undertone of freshly cut wood and some neat vanilla scents and flavors. We had it on a couple of rocks first and liked it -- but neither of us tends to take our gin straight like that.<br />
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I started cocktailing. I tried to make a martini with it, but the flavors weren't right. The crispness was somewhat lost. A gin and tonic was better -- but not mindblowing. I did a little research on aged gins -- there are a few others out there -- and some bartenders have subbed this gin into other cocktails in place of bourbon.<br />
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I made a Manhattan with it -- and it was certainly an <i>interesting </i>cocktail which I dubbed the Fort Lee, since it's Manhattan-adjacent. Found it to be good, but next to my normal recipe that I make with Bulleit Rye, it didn't measure up. I also tried it in a Negroni, and I didn't think the botanicals played well with the Campari. It ended up *really* bitter, which might be a positive for some drinkers.<br />
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Here's the thing. I <i>like</i> the gin. I would recommend this gin. I just don't know what I would <i>do</i> with the gin on a regular basis. Perhaps this would appeal more to someone who's more of a gin-on-the-rocks person than I am. Because it really is lovely to sip. If you have a gin aficianado in your circle and you can find a bottle of this, they'll probably appreciate it.<br />
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Benham's Barrel-Finished Gin retails for $42.99 for a fifth.<br />
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<br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-66323503674043271472018-10-23T13:48:00.000-04:002018-10-23T13:48:28.060-04:00Keeping it Natural -- Santa Julia Organica<br />
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Organic wine is nothing new. I first wrote about organic
wine more than a decade ago – but over the last couple of years, it feels like
the rise of wine characterized as “organic” has mirrored the reconfiguration of
many grocery store produce sections. Where once organics were a small corner of
a store, now organic products are mixed throughout. Wine stores are following
suit.<o:p></o:p></div>
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What makes a wine “organic?” The USDA definition has changed
slightly over the years. There used to be three categories of organic wines –
and that’s been reduced to two. The first are wines labeled “made with organic
grapes.” Organic grapes are produced without most pesticides, fertilizers, and
other synthetic ingredients. The wine must be bottled in a facility that has
passed certain inspections, and must be bottled with fewer than 100 parts per
million of sulfites. If a wine is labeled simply “organic,” then there are no
sulfites permitted.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Most organic wines you’ll see commonly are domestic in
nature – which makes sense, since “organic” is a definition of the U.S.
government. For an international wine to be labeled as such, the growing and
production must follow the USDA rules prior to import. There are non-domestic
wineries who have been doing the “organic thing” for many years, however. One
of those, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Santa Julia Organica</b> from
Argentina, has recently completed a rebranding to align with the demand for
organics.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Santa Julia is a product of Familia Zuccardi winery in the
Mendoza region of Argentina. Under the direction of José Zuccardi – who named
the wine after her only daughter, Julia – Familia Zuccardi has produced Santa
Julia’s award-winning wines since the late 1990’s. They’ve designed their
winemaking process to be environmentally sustainable, yet have been able to
keep costs at a reasonable level. The Santa Julia Organica wines retail in the
U.S. for about $11 a bottle. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I had the opportunity to try three of Santa Julia Organica’s
lineup recently. In short, I was very pleasantly surprised.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Santa Julia Organica 2017
Malbec</b> – At first sniff, I was met with cherries and strawberries on the
nose, which I thought was interesting for a Malbec. The nose has an airy
character I’d expect to find on a much lighter wine. This one’s a dark, rich
violet. Diving into the glass, though, I was quickly hit with dense dark cherry
flavors, along with leather, smoke, and a fairly full boat of tannin. The wine
really picks up steam once it gets some air and the chocolate notes come out.
Finish was lighter than I expected – there was lasting tannin, but the weight
from the palate does a vanishing act, leaving behind a gentle fruit finish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Santa Julia 2017 Organica
Chardonnay</b> – I thought this was an interesting middle ground Chardonnay.
The mouthfeel really stands out for me here. While there’s plenty of weight, it
doesn’t get bogged down with a lot of malo-creaminess or high acidity. Nose is
fragrant with peaches and green apple. The major flavors on the palate are
pineapple and apricot, with a twist of lemon on the finish that lingers lemon
crème-ish. As we start getting into winter, this style of white would certainly
be welcome around many tables. It’s a crowdpleaser.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Santa Julia Organica 2017
Cabernet Sauvignon</b> – The Sweet Partner in Crime has been on a real
light-styled wine kick. Jammy zins and merlots just aren’t hitting her palate
right these days. I pulled this particular Cabernet for a meal of some pork
loin chops, hoping that the interesting twists of the previous two wines would follow
along in this cabernet. Thankfully, I was right. This Cabernet is a leaner,
smokier quaff than many cabs, even Argentinean ones. Dark cherry and cassis
flavors are layered over smoke and graphite on the palate. The finish isn’t
overly tannic, which was a nice change, and had a smoky, berry-filled finish
that reminded me just a smidge of a Pinot Noir. A very nice food wine, as it
really meshed with the sear and flavors of the chops. I’d recommend it.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Santa Julia Organica also produces a Tempranillo and a
Torrontes, both at the same price point. All are solid values.<o:p></o:p></div>
<br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-71378866029684720462018-10-01T09:59:00.000-04:002018-10-01T09:59:30.163-04:00Bourbon Barrel-Aged Wine -- Does the Wood Make it Good? <br />
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Once the weather starts to turn away from heat, I tend to
turn my sights back towards both bigger red wines and brown liquors. Outside of
Derby, bourbon’s largely a winter drink for me. Red wine’s year round, of
course, but my red rack’s generally filled with lighter stuff during the
summertime.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Over the last four or five years, I’ve seen a few wines
marketed as “bourbon barrel aged” popping up. Many red wines are barrel-aged.
What’s the difference with aging wine in a bourbon barrel?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Barrel aging is an important stage in the life cycle of many
wines, both red and white. When a wine spends time in a barrel, the juice seeps
into the wood, extracting chemical compounds that mix with and change the
flavor of the wine within. For white wines like Chardonnay, the “oaky” flavor
often comes from contact with wood in barrels. For reds, barrel aging adds a
depth of flavor and boosts the tannin level. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Reading the description of many wines – you’ll see wines
aged in French, American, or Hungarian oak most commonly. The interior of these
casks are usually “toasted” to some degree. The more toasting, the stronger the
oaky flavor. Bourbon barrels, taller and thinner than most wine casks, as well
as more heavily toasted, could potentially add a boatload of flavor. Even after
being used, a barrel can still impart distinct flavors to whatever’s stored
inside it.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Finding old bourbon barrels sounds like a difficult step,
but, according to the legal rules governing distillation in the U.S., Bourbon
can only be aged in a new cask. After that, the barrels have long been sold to
distillers making whiskeys and other spirits – and sometimes beer makers. The
recent “Bourbon Boom” has, naturally, added a great number of additional
barrels to the market, and some winemakers have jumped at the opportunity to
ride that particular wave of popularity.<o:p></o:p></div>
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I recently had the chance to try two bourbon barrel aged
wines: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">1000 Stories 2016 California
Bourbon Barrel Aged Zinfandel </b>and<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">
1000 Stories 2016 Gold Rush Red</b> (both $16-20). The former is a blend of
Zinfandel from Lodi and Paso Robles, with a touch of Petit Sirah juice sourced
from Lake County. The latter is a field blend largely of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah,
and Zinfandel.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The winemaker, Bob Blue, states that it was rare to see wine
aged in French Oak when he started learning his craft, and most American oak
barrels were used for whiskey. Over the years, using these barrels has become
more commonplace – and now Blue uses used bourbon barrels as a flavoring
method.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In any case, both wines start out in standard American and
French Oak barrels before being racked into used white oak Bourbon barrels.
After a period of months, the wine is finished in older (some apparently 13
years old) Bourbon barrels. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Both these wines can use a little taming. The Zinfandel
clocks in at 15.7% ABV, while the Gold Rush comes in at around 15%. If you pop
and pour, you’re going to get a snootful of alcohol before you really get to
any of the flavors. I’d suggest, at the very least, you either decant
thoroughly or let it have at least half-an-hour’s worth of air after you crack
it. <o:p></o:p></div>
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In both cases, the toasted vanilla and crème brulee flavors
that are common in bourbon do find their way into the wine. The nose of the Zin
has a bit of that smokiness in the background, on top of dark fruit and some
fairly interesting notes of spice like nutmeg. On the palate, this is a big,
honking glass of vanilla, spice, smoke, and considerable alcohol. Once it opens
up, plum and sage flavors pop their heads out of the mix and the alcohol
recedes a bit. The finish is long, dry, and smoky – the various oak instillings
lending pepper and a tooth-staining level of tannin.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Gold Rush red is more straightforward. It’s a big ol’
bomb of intense dark fruits, especially plums and dark cherries. There’s a
spicy, leathery backbone to this wine – along with a long, tannic finish. I
found it to be much more straightforward than the Zin. Either wine would be
workable with some sort of barbecued meat, big cheeses, or dark chocolate.<o:p></o:p></div>
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To be honest, though – I don’t see how much of a difference,
other than a slightly sharper oak flavor, that the bourbon barrels actually
make with this wine over standard barrel aging. It’s an interesting marketing
idea, especially if you’re interested in conversation with whiskey aficionados
or Kentucky fans. But keep an eye on the price. These wines both seem a little
more pricey than they should be, considering the competition. See what you
think.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<br />The Naked Vinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11196146440395316085noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31809593.post-87505089130538812712018-09-11T16:41:00.001-04:002018-10-01T09:53:48.378-04:00The Curious Case of Carmenere<br />
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Carmenere, a red Chilean grape beginning to pop up on more
and more good wine lists, has had a long road to broad public knowledge – and a
lot of folks, including me, have been confused about it for a long time. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Point of fact, the very first time I wrote about Carmenere
12 years ago, I wrote that it was “basically a regional version of merlot” –
which is completely and utterly incorrect. Carmenere is very much its own
grape. Why the confusion?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Carmenere’s origin story begins in Bordeaux, France.
Bordeaux reds are typically blends of five grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet
Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. Prior to the 1860’s, there was a
“sixth varietal” used in the blend – Carmenere. The name comes from the French
“carmin” – referring to the dark red color the vine leaves turn in the fall. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The Phylloxera epidemic in the 1860’s wiped out practically all
the Carmenere vines in Europe. (It’s still basically extinct on the Continent.)
When wine production picked back up again, Bordeaux went forth with five
varietals. Just prior to the epidemic, however, cuttings from Carmenere were
sent to Chile, where the cuttings flourished. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Only trouble – Carmenere vines look a lot like Merlot, so
for much of the 1900’s, much of the Carmenere was unwittingly blended with
Merlot, giving Chilean merlot a distinctive character. Once they got everything
sorted out, Carmenere reared its head as a stand-alone varietal. Currently,
Carmenere has become Chile’s “national grape” – thriving outside Bordeaux much
as Malbec does in Argentina. <o:p></o:p></div>
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What to expect from a Carmenere if you happen to run across
one? Rather than tasting like a Merlot, I find Carmenere be closer to its
cousins Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. There are usually some dark
cherry, berry, and spice flavors, often accompanied by a smoky, graphite type
undertone. The tannins tend not to be as powerful as Cab Sauv, and there’s
often an underlying earthy flavor, hearkening back to its French roots. They
also usually clock in at 12-13% alcohol, so they’re a little subtler. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Another nice thing about Carmenere – and many Chilean wines
– is that they’re relatively inexpensive. I’ve noticed that with sub-$10
Carmenere, the winemakers tend to go with a jammy, fruity style since so many
people expect it to taste like a merlot. Spend just a couple of bucks more –
like the $12-18 range, and you’ll have much better luck. Here are a few that
I’ve had the chance to try recently:<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Errazuriz “MAX” 2016
Carmenere Reserva</b> ($16) – The “Max” refers to the winery’s founder, rather
than some sort of nod to the potentially big, brutish nature of the wine. This
nod would be misleading. While this is certainly a full-flavored wine, it’s not
harsh or hot in any way. The notes that come through are smooth cherry and
plum, backed with a very nice smokiness that would carom nicely off anything
with black pepper.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Case in point, we tried this wine alongside a steak and
pepper quesadilla that the SPinC whipped up for dinner, and it was honestly one
of the better pairings I’ve had in awhile. Certainly can recommend this one.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Cono Sur “Bicicleta”
2016 Carmenere</b> – The least expensive of the wines, retailing at $13 (and on
sale for $10!), this one was a little rougher around the edges. Composed of 85%
Carmenere and 15% “Other,” which I assume is largely Syrah and Cabernet
Sauvignon, this wine from the Valle Central packs a little more oomph. The
fruits are bigger and plummier, with some brambly blackberry thrown in. There’s
also a real smokiness to this wine when it’s first opened. <o:p></o:p></div>
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That smokiness could be a real benefit if you’re popping and
pouring alongside anything grilled or smoked. I can easily imagine this
alongside some smoked brisket or turkey. It would be an excellent value for a
barbecue if you want something for your red wine loving friends. Once the
weather cools, it would pair nicely with a big stew.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Finally, a bottle of <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Dos
Almas 2015 Carmenere Reserva</b> made its way to the door of Vine HQ. Dos Almas
hails from Chile, but it’s owned by Zonin, an Italian family winery collective.
Presented with other countries’ terroir, winemakers have an opportunity to test
their techniques on new varietals and soil. This particular international
collaboration (Dos Almas translates as “Two Spirits” in reflection) is a
success.<o:p></o:p></div>
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The Italian sensibility comes through in this wine from the
Colchuaga region. Among the flavors of blueberry and cherry, there’s a rustic
tannic backbone throughout, echoing a Barbera or Montepulciano d’Abruzzo. Rich
without being overly heavy, there’s a hint of flint and some coffee and vanilla
lingering at the end. <o:p></o:p></div>
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While I would imagine beef or lamb would be obvious
pairings, I turned some of our week’s farmshare yield and some leftover Mike’s
Magic Marinara into an eggplant parmesan. The slight bitterness of the eggplant
and the sweetness of the sauce played off the wine’s depth quite nicely. For
$15, it’s a nice, flexible dinner wine that opens up nicely.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Two other quick notes about Carmenere. First, “Reserva” on
the label doesn’t have any legal significance – it just typically means it’s
been crafted with a little more care. Second, serving it slightly below room
temperature improves Carmenere’s balance, I find. Enjoy!<o:p></o:p></div>
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