[scrollGallery id=607]I t was another great Third Thursday tasting at Wine World. Six wines and some wonderful cheeses were presented.
As usual, all the wines were crowd-pleasers. But in anticipation of the warm summer months ahead, the whites seemed particularly good this time. All three were fun, easy-drinking wine, but each showed some character. And at prices ranging from $10.99 to $13.99, they are the kinds of wines you could pop open after work any night of the week and not feel guilty.
Here’s the list.
Where: Wine World, 133 Georgia Ave., North Augusta, SC
803-279-9522
When: Thursday, May 16, 2013, 5 to 8pm
Cost: $5 fee—$3 rebate with your purchase of one bottle of featured wine
Here are the wines presented (click to see more):
- Valis de Salis Viognier 2011
- Donati “Sorrelle per Simpre” Chardonnay,
- Casillero del Diablo Coastal White 2011
- Primal Roots Red Blend 2010
- Alba Liza Tempranillo/Garnacha 2009
- Cryptic Red Blend 2011
Here are the detailed wine notes:
This Viognier delivers lovely peach, orange, apricot and honeysuckle aromas and flavors, a creamy texture, and a slight mineral note at the end. There’s a lively contrast between the ripe fruit and the tangy acid in the finish. Delicious aperitif. Excellent match to salads and lighter dishes. It is dry yet it goes well with salad dressings and with exotic cuisines. A wonderful warm-weather wine.
From: Vin de Pays d’Oc, France
Winery: Valis de Salis
Year: 2011
Donati “Sorrelle per Simpre” Chardonnay,
The name means “Sisters Forever”. An un-oaked Chardonnay sustainably farmed from Central Coast vineyards and fermented in stainless steel. Tropical fruit aromas lead to flavors of Meyer lemon, peach, and grapefruit. It is creamy on the palate, yet finishes crisp and bright. Chicken in creamy sauce. Grilled chicken. Seafood. Pork.
From: Central Coast, California
Winery: Donati
Casillero del Diablo Coastal White 2011
A blend of 70% Chardonnay and 30% Moscato. Fresh fruit upfront on the nose, followed by a luscious floral perfume. Pineapple, ripe peaches and orange blossom dominate the fruit character. “Soft, sweet notes from the Moscato are instantly apparent on the palate, complimented by a bright, clean acidity from the Chardonnay. Friendly and refreshing with lingering fruit flavors, for a long satisfying finish. This is an ideal pairing for fresh summer salads with fruit, poultry and seafood, or alone as an aperitif.”–From their Website
From: Central Valley, Chile
Winery: Casillero del Diablo
Year: 2011
Merlot, Syrah and Zinfandel artfully blended to create a smooth, full bodied, sensual wine. Aromas of mocha, vanilla and spice give way to a silky texture and rich flavors of raspberries and chocolate. Low in tannins, rich in mouthfeel. Simple but enjoyable. Try with a slow cooked pork shoulder. Barbeque. Burgers.
From: California
Winery: Primal Roots
Year: 2010
Alba Liza Tempranillo/Garnacha 2009
A big, beautiful favorite good value among our many good value Spanish wines. Aromas of blackberry and blueberry. Black fruit flavors with hints of anise and coffee. Medium bodied with easy tannins and a lingering finish. Try it with a pan fried New York strip. Manchego cheese. Eggplant casserole with Parmesan.
From: Tierra de Castillo, Spain
Winery: Alba Liza
Year: 2009
“Very dark ruby color; red plum, light spice nose; juicy, tart plum, red plum, tart berry, ripe currant, mocha palate; medium finish (44% Zinfandel, 24% Petite Sirah, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 9% other red varieties). The zinfandel component is brimming with brambly, intense red berry flavors. Inky, intense Petite Sirah provides depth and color and concentration, while elegantly structured, silky Cabernet Sauvignon adds polish and complexity.” Grilled meats and stir-fried veggies. Lamb kebobs.
From: California
Winery: Cryptic Wines
Year: 2011
