Friday Sips
FRIDAY SIPS
La Derniere Goutte (The Last Drop) of 2017
Today December 29 from 1:30 – 6:30
La Derniere Goutte (The Last Drop) of 2017
Today December 29 from 1:30 – 6:30
We’re throwing a shoe at 2017 and ringing in 2018 two days early with wines from Bordeaux along with bubbly and more. Bring your friends, bring your family, the juice will be flowing!
2011 CHATEAU CHARMAIL HAUT-MEDOC
BORDEAUX ROUGE
$29.99 BTL./$359.88 CASE
BORDEAUX ROUGE
$29.99 BTL./$359.88 CASE
If I had to pick a Friday Sips Wine Of The year, this would be the one! A smaller Chateau located a mere 2 kilometers north of Saint-Estephe, Charmail's vineyards planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petite Verdot are contiguous around the Chateau. What makes these wines possess good distinction is the virtual mosaic of terroirs (gravel, clay, sand and limestone) that bring ultimate dimension and depth. In just about all vintages of Charmail, these are well structured Bordeaux.
One of the great sleeper vintages that many wine insiders have figured out is the sneaky-fine 2011. Still no shortage of classic Bordeaux grip, the cool qualities of 2011 show up quite well, Laden with inviting cassis and red berry, smoke, engaging cooking herbs, potpourri and dark chocolate tones. Rather succulently textured and arriving in waves, the wine fills the mouth and has ample, underlying structure that will allow it to develop nicely.
One of the great sleeper vintages that many wine insiders have figured out is the sneaky-fine 2011. Still no shortage of classic Bordeaux grip, the cool qualities of 2011 show up quite well, Laden with inviting cassis and red berry, smoke, engaging cooking herbs, potpourri and dark chocolate tones. Rather succulently textured and arriving in waves, the wine fills the mouth and has ample, underlying structure that will allow it to develop nicely.
CHAMPAGNE DRAPPIER
BRUT 'CARTE D'OR'
[reg. $56.99]
SPECIAL - $35.99 BTL./$215.94 - SIX PACK
BRUT 'CARTE D'OR'
[reg. $56.99]
SPECIAL - $35.99 BTL./$215.94 - SIX PACK
Champagne Drappier has important relevance in the history of Champagne. Located in Urville in the Aube, the southern portion Champagne and founded in 1808, the Drappier family first planted Pinot Noir in this area. This reality has driven this area to become very fine for its Pinot Noir amongst many larger houses as well as the plethora of growers that inhabit this area.
Until the end of the week, this excellent fizz is on a deep special. Some 70 miles from the heart of Champagne, these soils of this area are vastly different from the normal chalk. Kimmeridgian soil is prominent here – same as in Chablis and Sancerre but in the -Aube, it is the Pinot Noir that is prized. 75% Pinot Noir, 10% Pinot Meunier and 15% Chardonnay, this is typical of the fizz done in the area with its full-bodied character. Rich, and caressing, very finely placed bubbles seduce the palate; lots of follow-through and poise…one can see lots of love went into this Champagne and at this excellent price, one should take advantage!
Until the end of the week, this excellent fizz is on a deep special. Some 70 miles from the heart of Champagne, these soils of this area are vastly different from the normal chalk. Kimmeridgian soil is prominent here – same as in Chablis and Sancerre but in the -Aube, it is the Pinot Noir that is prized. 75% Pinot Noir, 10% Pinot Meunier and 15% Chardonnay, this is typical of the fizz done in the area with its full-bodied character. Rich, and caressing, very finely placed bubbles seduce the palate; lots of follow-through and poise…one can see lots of love went into this Champagne and at this excellent price, one should take advantage!
These two aren't just what will be poured, we will be opening fun bottles from our year end stash for you to sample as well. We look forward to seeing you this afternoon/early evening.
Cheers,
Bryan & Karen
Cheers,
Bryan & Karen
