Wine Tasting April 24 ’10

Posted at April 22, 2010

The wine of the week last week had to be the Alto Moncayo Veraton ‘04. We have had a case or two of this around for some while now, and I never seem to get around to pouring it. Parker gave it 93 points: 100% Grenache ; A brilliant wine, reminiscent of  a top-notch Chateauneuf du Pape. Full-bodied, with gamy, meaty notes, hints of roasted herbs, plenty of kirsch liqueur and blackberries, and loads of glycerin and alcohol…a stunning wine. I think everyone who tasted it would agree that it was seductive and satisfying, I think we have another case around somewhere…Read more

Sometime last June we had a visit from some folks who came all the way from Kansas, and no, they were not transported by a, you know, tornado, at least as far as I know. The family includes Katie (Mom), Carly (Huxley grad in Environmental Ed, now studying nursing at Seattle U), younger daughter Jessie at Whatcom (just turned 21!) and jewelry craftsman and family friend Leon. Jessie gets “quote of the day” with “You have to bring your ‘A game’ everyday.” I don’t know what it means. but I LIKE it!

Also visiting for the first time since New Year’s(when they closed on their Lummi hideaway) were Blake and Beth, now released from Bondage by the End of Tax Season, he being the special accountant you call when the IRS decides to audit you and you cry HELP! and Blake is the guy who shows up. It is a pretty good photo of his Very Cool hat, but not so good of his shirt which was absolutely Awesome!

Also looking good as usual are Ben and Ian in an affable chat, and Myra in perhaps her funnest outfit of the year (so far!)

countdown: First notice: Volcanos notwithstanding, we are taking off for two weeks in Tuscany in May. The plan is for Brian and Leigh to take over the shop while we are gone, with guest wine pourers ex-islander Lauren F on May 15 and Judy A on May 25. Mark your calendars!

this week’s wines

Klee White table wine  ’06    Oregon      $14
Dripping notes of ripe pear, honey, and pineapple, on a soft, dry frame, with a refreshing acidity.

Portteus Bistro Red 07   Washington      $10
From Zillah comes this satisfying blend of 44% Merlot, 41% Cabernet Franc and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon; lots of dark fruit at a bargain price.

Domaine Faury Vin de pays Collines Rhodaniennes syrah (France)  $20:
Gorgeous, sense-filling, rich, and sensuous, a current favorite!

Lost River Cabernet Sauvignon 2005  $23: Smooth and silky with notes of ripe  raspberries, black currants and spice.

Wine Tasting

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