lummi island wine tasting April 4 ’15
Bread Friday (sign up for preorder list! )
Sonnenblumenbrot (Sunflower Seed Bread). Bread flour + cracked rye and toasted sunflower seeds. – $5/loaf.
Semolina, Fennel Seed & Golden Raisin. A wine shop favorite, great with cheese – yum! – $5/loaf
Individual Sweet Rolls. Rich with eggs, butter, pastry cream and cinnamon sugar. My oh my…! -2 for $5
Our 15th Anniversary!
Today (4/2) as I write this is our 15th Anniversary (wedding, not wine shop!). The ceremony was held at Ann Morris’ cottage, where Constance does her yoga classes (and where we were this morning!). Our friend and Buddhist teacher Eileen Kiera (background) performed the ceremony, which included a brief tea service using raku bowls I had made for the occasion. I also sang “Let Me Call You Sweetheart” as part of the ceremony (now and for All Time a Special Song) which was followed by a lovely dinner at the Beach Store Cafe. And, as you can see, daffodils were in full bloom and the weather was warm and embracing. All in all it was a Truly Great Day, as some of you will remember.
To all of you who attended the ceremony or the reception: thank you again for being there for us! We invite you to stop by the wine shop at your convenience for hugs and of course wine tasting on us!
Rhodies
As mentioned last week, our micro-climate here on Lummi’s waist gets too much cool wind and fog from the Southwest to generate many apples or any plums. However, this afternoon, peeking out from behind where the cars are usually parked, we found these Rhodies (and some pink things…azaleas…??) lifting their hearts to the late afternoon sun. This is a remarkable shade of red– might show up if you click on the photo and wait for the larger version. Or better yet, swing by this weekend and see for yourself!
All Betz are off!
Again we are pouring from our library of Betz wines; this week we are pouring the 2010 Clos de Betz, Bob’s ongoing ode to Right Bank Bordeaux, or as he puts it: “With Merlot as the dominant variety in this blend, it shows dense color saturation and aromas of pure, vibrant black cherries, camphor, cocoa and a slight kirsch essence. It enters very supple and plush, with a jolt of black cherry and red berries that stays true to the aroma. Dried herbs, chocolate and a touch of smoky oak play supporting roles. The finish dances with a combination of refined tannin and vibrant fruit, the signs of a successful future in the cellar. ” (see video here; scroll down, select Clos de Betz, and click to start video)
Our Betz wine display is now finished, and our special sale will continue until we have whittled down our inventory a bit.
Here’s the deal: Buy one Betz wine at the sticker price, and take off an additional 10% on any additional bottles. AND, if you are a wine club member, WE PAY SALES TAX!
See detailed tasting notes below.
This week’s tasting
San Martino Prosecco Italy $11
Pale straw yellow in colour, aromatic and elegant nose (unusual in prosecco), with notes of apple and banana; pleasantly full and harmonious on the palate.
Mt. Baker Zinfandel ’09 Washington $17
Curiously Old World in style, with dark, earthy aromas of prunes and dried fig, opening brightly acidic red berry flavors on the palate.
Borsao Garnacha ’13 Spain $9
Expressive aromas of blackberry, licorice and and fruitcake aromas; Juicy, spicy and supple, sweet, red and dark berry flavors; finishes fresh, focused and nicely persistent.
La Liquiere Vielles Vignes ’13 France $22
From old vines planted on a schistous terroir, this wine shows layers of red and black fruits, underbrush, spice and hints of pepper; lively, medium-bodied, and juicy on the refined, lingering palate.
Betz Clos de Betz ’10 Washington 94pts $48
58% Merlot, 35% Cab Sauv, 7% Petit Verdot. Ripe, voluptuous and supple, with aromas of black cherry, currant, tobacco, cedar, with a medium to full-bodied, mouth-filling and beautifully textured personality.
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