Your host will be Anish Ajoomal of Classic Wines.
If you have been following our blog you might remember this couple, Jennifer and John Kortekaas (two in the center) from a previous post and their blog Culinary Sundays. We at the store have become fans of checking in on the blog from week to week to see what they put together for their Sunday dinner and to find out what they thought of the pairing suggestion we made for them. So far I think we've done alright and hopefully they will enjoy this weeks selection also.
In the picture you see Jennifer and John with their Sunday night dinner and blog partner, Christy Hagan (right) along with Anish who is running the tasting. The Sunday group recently did wine class with us where they told me the upcoming menu would include Lobster Mac & Cheese. John informs me that he won't be able to join them this week and that he is pretty sure they planned it this way. Lobster for the girls while he is away, how convenient.
As I was adding this entry Christelle tells me that not only did the ladies take the Albarino from the tasting but that she put a bottle of Roussillon that she think will be great with the meal.
So ladies, lets get this straight... John is away and the lobster comes out and there is an extra wine paired with the meal... hmmm isn't that nice for you?
Sorry John, better luck next time. I think they owe you one personally.
-Patrick
Fefinanes Albarino 2010 $19.99
One of the most cutting, acid-intense Albariños out there. The nose is minerally and tight as a drum, with green melon and green apple scents. The palate is razor sharp and driving, with tangy, high-toned lemon and Granny Smith apple flavors. Totally citric and zesty. Wine Enthusiast
Ondarre Reserva Rioja 2004 $14.99
Black cherry, licorice, smoke, tobacco and tar notes mingle in this firm, lively red. Maturing now, but shows balance and length. Still fresh, this brings you back for another sip. Drink now through 2016. Wine Spectator, 91 pts, #58 of Top 100 wines of 2010
Cerro Anon Gran Reserva Rioja 2004 $24.99
The 2004 Cerro Anon Gran Reserva is made up of 80% Tempranillo with the balance Garnacha, Mazuelo, and Graciano with malolactic in new oak with lees stirring followed by a total of 2 years of aging in new oak. It offers greater complexity than the Reserva, a nicely proportioned figure, layered fruit, and considerable elegance. It can be cellared for 4-5 years or approached now. It over-delivers in a very big way. Wine Advocate, 92 pts
Astrales Ribera del Duero 2008 $52.99
Alluring notes of blackberry, huckleberry, lilac and licorice mingle in this graceful red. This is supple, but with a core of well-integrated tannins that keeps this firm and focused. Toasty oak makes a lovely frame. Drink now through 2022." 94 Points, Wine Spectator - Top 100 Wine Of 2011- #53
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