Benefit for Alzheimer’s Group-Snug-Tues., Mar 9

Posted by Bottle Report on Mar 9th, 2010 in Event Coverage, Featured Articles | 0 comments

Jim and Camille enjoy the win

Event: A benefit wine tasting at The Snug for Judd Hickey Center For Alzheimer’s Care. Wine presentation assisted by the Bottle Shop. Once again silent auctions and door prizes. Heavy hors d’oeuvres included.
Where: The Snug, 240 Davis Rd, Augusta, GA‎ – (706) 863-1118‎
When: Tuesday, March 9, 5-7pm
Cost: $10 per person. Drop in.

Here are the wines presented:

Cirque du Vin

Cirque du Vin Red Blend
What: Aromas of black currants, sage, leather, cherries and spice fill the glass. Lightly toasted oak with hints of vanilla follow the fruit and spice. The palate is fresh and layered with soft tannins. –From their website
From: Paso Robles, California
Winery: Peachy Canyon
Grapes: 25% Petite Sirah, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon
19% Merlot, 18% Syrah, 15% Cabernet Franc

Santa Ema Merlot
From: Maipo Valley, Chile
Winery: Santa Ema

Beviamo Moscato D’Asti
From: Piedmont, Italy
Winery: Beviamo

Babich Sauvignon Blanc
What: “This wine displays lifted tropical fruits with notes of lantana and capsicum. There is a passionfruit entry on the palate coupled with citrus and wild cape gooseberry notes that linger, and are quite literally mouthwatering! This is a balanced wine, with a texture that will match well with food but is equally enjoyable on its own.
Awards:
GOLD MEDAL- Fingers Lake International Wine Competition – May 2009
SILVER MEDAL- San Francisco International Wine Competition – June 2009
–From their Website

From: New Zealand
Winery: Babich

Fat Bastard Chardonnay
What: Vineyards: To craft the Fat bastard Chardonnay, grapes are sourced from all over the Languedoc-Rousillon, from the banks of the Rhone in the east to Carcassonne in the west, and from the foothills of the Massif Central in the north to the Mediterranean coast in the south. These different origins give the wine the balanced fruit flavor and acidity that have made it a consumer favorite.

Tasting notes: Round in the mouth with white flower aromas and a long, toasty finish.

Food Pairings: Perfect match with a variety of cheeses, poultry and cream sauce pastas, or when relaxing with friends and family.
From: France
Winery: Fat Bastard

Fleur de California

Fleur de California Pinot Noir
What: Fleur de California is our bright, fresh, charming, and flavorful Pinot Noir from Carneros. The brilliant ruby color sets the stage for aromas of ripe cherry and cranberry, with hints of white pepper and nutmeg. While dominated by effusive fruit flavor, the wine is soft, supple and rich in the mouth. This flower of a wine may be enjoyed today, served cool, alongside an appetizer of pate & smoked salmon, with broiled Portobello Mushrooms with garlic or as an aperitif.–From their Website
From: Napa, California
Winery: Fleur de California

Gnarly Head Pinot Noir
From: California
Winery: Gnarly Head

Geyser Peak Sauvignon Blanc
What: Explosive aromas brimming with lemon, lime and citrus blossom mingle with gooseberry and passion fruit to proudly proclaim this wine’s varietal. A generous, fruit-forward palate shows juicy citrus flavors of lime, grapefruit and tangerine, balanced by bright, crisp acidity. The pleasant finish persists on the palate with great length of flavor. This is an easy-sipping, eminently drinkable wine that doesn’t sacrifice complexity or varietal character in its quest to be flat-out enjoyable. The perfect aperitif, this wine also makes an ideal partner to oysters and nearly any shellfish, as well as salads and light fish and chicken dishes–From their Website
From: Geyserville, California
Winery: Geyser Peak

Simi Chardonnay
From: Sonoma, California
Winery: Simi

Clean Slate Riesling
What: Crisp, pleasant aromas of ripe granny smith apple, pear, and spice. Lightly sweet flavors of granny smith apple, honeydew melon, sweet pear. Medium acidity with a lingering finish. Creamy texture.
From: Mosel, Germany
Winery: Clean Slate

Kris Pinot Grigio
What: With roots in Burgundy, the Pinot Grigio grape has arguably found its home of choice in Northeast Italy. The small, pinkish-gray-skinned grape flourishes in delicate sunshine of this sub-Alpine region. Pinot Grigio has reached unparalleled quality here and surprises the palette with unique floral and spicy notes rarely found in other areas. Kris handcrafted Pinot Grigio features a flavor profile as playful and expressive as its label suggests.
Appellation: Delle Venezie, Indicazione Geografica Tipica
Wine Characteristics: Pale yellow in color with brilliant greenish reflections, enticing aromas of acacia flowers, citrus, tangerine, and hints of apricots and almonds. Kris is lean and refreshing on the palate with hints of blossom and honey.
From: Delle Venezie IGT, Italy
Winery: Kris Wine
Grapes: 100% Pinot Grigio
Goes with: Recommended with salad, roast vegetables, risotto, lightly flavored pastas, omelettes, quiches and grilled white meats or salmon.