{"id":542,"date":"2012-05-25T18:20:02","date_gmt":"2012-05-25T18:20:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/chateaulavin.com\/blog\/?p=542"},"modified":"2012-05-25T18:20:02","modified_gmt":"2012-05-25T18:20:02","slug":"its-hot-and-its-friday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chateaulavin.com\/blog\/2012\/its-hot-and-its-friday\/","title":{"rendered":"It’s Hot and It’s Friday!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Mettler<\/a>The traditional start of summer is sure starting out with a bang!\u00a0 It’s hot outside, but it’s cool in here at Chateau La Vin!\u00a0 It was a nice night of Jazz last night and it even cooled off enough for many to enjoy the new wine garden!\u00a0 Hopefully it will cool off again tonight.\u00a0 Either way, we have will be tasting some great wine inside!<\/p>\n

Mettler Family Vineyards Old Vine Zinfandel from California ($24.99)<\/strong> – \u00a0The Mettler 2009 Old Vine Zinfandel is a wine that is full of personality and shows it off with its refined core of luscious, lively flavors. Pleasing aromas of dark cherry, candied apple and toasty oak offer a hint of minerality. Bold and intense, yet complex wild berry, ripe cherry and plum flavors are balanced by a smoky note of espresso and exotic spice. The soft-edged tannins are kept bright and juicy by a pleasing seam of acidity while the flavors build richness and concentration on the finish, leaving you with a pleasant hint of vanilla-scented oak along the way. This wine packs a lot of flavor, yet manages to hold a measure of finesse and grace. A variety cuisines, from hearty stews to grilled favorites, will stand up nicely to this rich and flavorful Zinfandel.<\/p>\n

Greystone Cellars Sauvignon Blanc from California ($14.99)<\/strong> – \u00a0Founded in 1946, The Culinary Institute of America is an independent, not-for-profit college offering bachelor’s and associate degrees in culinary arts and baking and pastry arts as well as certificate programs in culinary arts and professional wine studies. The college has campuses in New York (Hyde Park), California (The CIA at Greystone, St. Helena), and Texas (San Antonio). In addition to its degree and certificate programs, the CIA offers courses for professionals and food enthusiasts. \u00a0\u00a0Since 1995, one of Greystone\u2019s neighbors, Markham Vineyards, has been producing a small amount of Greystone Cellars\u00ae wines exclusively for the CIA, under the stewardship of Winemaker Kimberlee Nicholls and President Bryan Del Bondio.\u00a0 With the national launch of Greystone Cellars\u00ae wines, the CIA and Markham Vineyards bring the highest-quality California wines at the best possible value to a larger audience. Greystone wines are approachable, easy to drink, and befitting their connection to the CIA, enhance the culinary experience of any meal at which they are served.\u00a0 A portion of the proceeds from the sale of Greystone Cellars\u00ae wines will benefit The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, a not-for-profit institute of higher education.<\/p>\n

The Sauvignon Blanc:\u00a0 Color – Light straw.\u00a0 Aroma – Aromas of pear and citrus.\u00a0 Taste – Bright acidity matched with flavors of Meyer lemon and a hint of white peach<\/p>\n

Cosecha Tardia Late Harvest Chardonnay from Argentina \u00a0($12.99)<\/strong> – \u00a0In honor of Chardonnay day, (Which was actually yesterday and I missed it!) and with the hot weather I wanted to bring back this wine for those of you who have not had a chance to taste it.\u00a0 Harvested late in the season, the Cosecha Tardia (or Late Harvest) is bright golden yellow in color. Aromas of flowers and peaches on the nose give way to a palate with pleasant acidity and balanced tannins. Excellent in the mouth, nice acidity, pleasant finish and a little sweet!<\/p>\n

La Passione Grand Dessert Sweet Red Wine from Italy ($12.99)<\/strong> – Many of you liked the Sweet Pink Wine from this winery so I wanted to give everyone a chance to taste the sweet red.\u00a0 “La Passione is a sweet, lightly sparkling wine that is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Made mostly of the Brachetto grape, it has aromas of raspberries and strawberries. Particularly enjoyable when poured over fresh berries and topped with whipped cream and can also be enjoyed with fresh fruit tarts and wild berry sorbet. Serve chilled.”<\/p>\n

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