Upcoming Wine Tastings
Please join us at the i.m.Wine tasting bar every Friday and Saturday from 1-7pm; this week we are tasting…
Friday and Saturday, June 22-23, 2007
2004 Pouilly Fume, “Les Porcheronnes”, Marc Descamps
Regular price: $24.99 Special price: $22.49
This Sauvignon Blanc offers grassy and citrus aromas plus a gentle whiff of white flowers. It is light and brisk, with clean tangerine and Meyer lemon flavors and a slight herbal hint. Finishes dry and stony, with zesty minerality-so refreshing and perfect for so many occasions!
2006 Cheverny, “Delaille”, Domaine du Salvard
Regular price: $13.99 Special price: $12.59
Ripe, tender, friendly, easy, and delicious! Do you ever find some Sauvignon Blancs too aggressive, even off-putting? Well, this one is none of that! A blend of 85% Sauvignon Blanc with 15% Chardonnay to add a little weight and spice; it has a lovely burst of flavor on the palate while the acidity is buried in the wine’s flesh. It is a graceful performance that lingers beautifully! Top value of the week!
2005 Sancerre, “La Crele”, Domaine Thomas
Regular price: $26.99 Special price: $24.29
This is a small estate focused mainly on Sauvignon Blanc; all grapes are hand picked and are fermented in stainless steel. This wine offers expressive aromas of pear, apple and peach gently accented by white flowers. Silky and pure, with fresh pear and peach flavors supported by soft minerality. A gentle, easy-to-drink Sancerre with a persistent, supple finish. Another perfect fit for summer!
2003 Savennieres, “Clos du Papillon”, Domaine des Baumard
Regular price: $30.99 Special price: $27.89
This is the domaine’s top Savennieres, made from Chenin Blanc, the vineyard plot is shaped like a butterfly, hence the name (papillon=butterfly in French!). This wine explodes from the glass with intense mineral notes. Complex, medium-bodied and profound, its concentrated core displays an array of flavors. Honeysuckle blossoms, sun dried spices, almonds, chalk, and white flowers are found throughout its nuanced personality as well as in its prolonged finish. Wow! What a beauty!
2005 Vouvray, “La Cuvee des Fondraux”, Champalou
Regular price: $16.99 Special price: $15.29
Since 1985, Didier Champalou has been sharing his passion for Chenin Blanc. Whether sparkling, sweet or dry, this estate focuses their attention to making quality wine that expressions the regions great terroir. It tastes of the freshest pears you can imagine grounded with earthy minerality and a wonderful round mouthfeel. This is a beautiful wine and the ultimate crowd pleaser.
2004 Sancerre Rouge, “Croix du Roy”, Crochet
Regular price: $34.99 Special price: $31.49
This domaine has held vineyard plots in the region since as early as 1765! They are a small family owned winery where all harvesting is done by hand. The family takes great care in preserving the integrity of their special terroir that helps produce highly aromatic wines. This Pinot Noir is done in the classic Burgundian style but with a twist that is so very Sancerre; subtle elegance in a glass!
2005 Chinon, “Les Petites Roches”, Charles Joguet
Regular price: $19.99 Special price: $17.99
Very few wines in the world are made from pure Cabernet Franc, as it can only develop its flavors and delicacy in stable climatic conditions like the Loire Valley. A slight animal note is a characteristic of its gravelly soil; the mouth is firm, the tannins marked in the finish, carried by generous acidity and a nice fruit balance. A classic food pairing is with rillettes (potted meat), crackling, poultry or fresh goat’s cheese but also pairs lovely with roasted and grilled meats. If you thought you liked Cabernet Franc, you will LOVE this one!
2004 Quarts de Chaume, Domaine des Baumard
Regular price: $34.99 Special price: $31.49
This delicious dessert wine of Chenin Blanc comes from the same domaine as the Clos du Papillon. This wine got big points from a certain famous wine magazine; and although we don’t usually talk about points, we do agree that this wine is at the top of its class. With a nose that speaks volumes, the palate is no less impressive, stuffed full of honey, toffee-caramel flavors with a hint of floral minerality. This wine transcends all others!
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