Friday Sips

Join Us for Friday Sips!

FRIDAY SIPS - Seamless & Themeless

TODAY, FRIDAY APRIL 18, 3:30 - 6:30

Come join us to taste the 2 wines below along with whatever else that may be opened that have nothing in common except for their sheer pleasure factor. As always Friday Sips before a holiday are most fun because good corks get popped and one never knows which road will be taken...




2011 MONTERAPONI CHIANTI CLASSICO
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE


Calling all Tuscan, Ital-nuts, or anyone wanting to get an education and to see and taste the wonders of what traditionally made Chianti tastes like. Back in March I had the chance to try this uber-traditional producer's Radda-based Chianti Classico and it was a joy to experience its no-compromising, anti-international, non-Californizated ambience and style.

Old-school, meaning aged in large 2300 and 1600 casks, this wine offers up classic, pure aromas of red berry, underbrush, mineral and a kiss of thyme that lead into a ripe texture that is unadulterated and exudes its Radda terroir immensely. Some wild tannins are present, but they are all maintained within a sophisticated and harmonious frame. Finishes rather succulent, red and hangs around nicely all while maintaining poise and above all, it's essence of place. Drink it now through 2019 with any Tuscan-influenced dish like braised lamb shanks with white beans.



2011 DOMAINE MARC COLIN BOURGOGNE CHARDONNAY "LA COMBE"
$21.99 BTL./$263.88 CASE – ONLY 5 CASES AVAILABLE!


Founded in 1970, Marc Colin started out with 14 acres in Chassagne-Montrachet and Saint-Aubin and quickly established himself alongside icon names like Morey, Ramonet and Gagnard. Over the years Marc has expanded his holdings to 63 acres and spread out over 26 different wines ranging from Bourgogne to St-Aubin, Santenay, Chassagne-Montrachet, and Puligny-Montrachet then all the way up to the Grands Crus of Batard-Montrachet, Corton-Charlemagne and Le Montrachet.

Now led by his trio of children, Caroline, Joseph and Damien, the miniscule quantities of wines from this famous estate are highly sought-after by wine-fiends throughout the world. Sourced from La Combe, a single site on the plain of Puligny-Montrachet and just below the famed wines of this village, this Bourgogne Chardonnay seriously over-delivers! Impressive, upscale aromas indicate that this wine is wearing its virtual, wannabe Puligny-Montrachet shoes quite well. White peach, mineral, wet-stone, orange and crème brulée scents stand out and follow through to an exciting texture that is flavorful and buffered by excellent citrus tones. The finish is electric with impressive viscosity and length. A total instant gratification wine that can be enjoyed over the next 2-3 years and considering its well-respected neighborhood is a resounding French Chardonnay value!!


...and whatever other surprises may be opened. Come on by today, April 18!



The Cellar Door will be closed this coming Monday April 21




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