Sep/100
7 Daughters Winemaker’s Blend (White)
I tried the 7 Daughters Winemakers Blend last night. These folks put out two versions of their 7 grape blend, and I had the good fortune of trying their white wine style. First I was taken aback by the number of grapes used to make this wine, but in the end they pulled it off. I would definitely rank this as a good every day white, that would go well with all things summer. For around $12.00 a bottle it is definitely worth a try.
Cheers!
- Brandon
Winemaker Notes:
Color: Pale straw
Aroma:The intense aromatics for this wine feature notes of orange blossom, tangerine and melon with a subtle hint of apricot and lychee.
Taste:This crisp, balanced wine opens with the fresh flavors of lychee and mandarin oranges. The citrus influence continues with an intense tangerine flavor. The presence of Gewurztraminer complements the wine with a closing note of spice.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Pairings: Sushi, fruit salad, gulf fish (snapper and grouper), scallops, Asian Chicken salad, Cantonese, Thai and Latin cuisines.
Varietal Composition/Growing Region:
- 26% French Colombard
- 18% Chardonnay
- 18% Riesling
- 17% Symphony
- 11% Orange Muscat
- 5% Gewurztraminer
- 5% Sauvignon Blanc
About Corx Wine Bags
Corx Wine Bags was founded in 2005 by two friends who had passion for wine. One of them being a self proclaimed klutz and the other a self proclaimed sewing master, they sought to create the ultimate wine bag. After several prototypes the “Tre” 3-bottle wine bag was born. A wine bag of the highest quality that prevents bottles from breaking in transit for those klutz’s out there, while keeping your wines at proper storing temperatures during your trip to your favorite BYOB restaurant, picnic location or bringing bottles home from your favorite winery. For more information about all of our wine bags please visit us at www.corxwinebags.com
Sep/100
CARO Amancaya 2008
Dear friends,
If you are a fan of Bordeaux-style blends, this little gem from Argentina is impressive. This project is a joint venture between Catena and Rothchild, so it should be good!
Amancaya is a blend of Cab and Malbec. Grill a steak and sip away at $20/bottle.
Cheers!
-Kevin
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winemaker’s notes:
Deep purple-red color. Fruit driven wine, with appealing red and black cherry flavors, blackcurrant and plums with a hint of vanilla and cedar. On the palate it has a nice tannic texture, round and well-balanced.
Notes of vanilla and chocolate coming from the French oak.
critical acclaim:
“Bright red-ruby. Subtle, fresh and wonderfully aromatic nose offers complex scents of redcurrant, blueberry, strawberry, tobacco, mocha, graphite, leather and cedar. Penetrating and claret-like, with superb delineation to the redcurrant and tobacco flavors. Perfectly integrated acidity and an intriguing herbal nuance give this wine a light touch. Finishes with tactile, dusty tannins and lovely lift and persistence. Offers compelling complexity and class for the price. This is actually the second wine issued by this joint venture between Lafite-Rothschild and Nicolas Catena: the 2007 flagship bottling had not yet arrived in the market at press time. ”
91 Points
International Wine Cellar
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About Corx Wine Bags
Corx Wine Bags was founded in 2005 by two friends who had passion for wine. One of them being a self proclaimed klutz and the other a self proclaimed sewing master, they sought to create the ultimate wine bag. After several prototypes the “Tre” 3-bottle wine bag was born. A wine bag of the highest quality that prevents bottles from breaking in transit for those klutz’s out there, while keeping your wines at proper storing temperatures during your trip to your favorite BYOB restaurant, picnic location or bringing bottles home from your favorite winery. For more information about all of our wine bags please visit us atwww.corxwinebags.com
Aug/100
We told you drinking wine will make you more intelligent…..
This is a short clip highlighting a seven year study conducted in Norway testing cognitive skills in women who drink wine versus those that do not. Now I know why my wife is so smart:) Are we encouraging you to drink yourself into oblivion in hopes of becoming the next Albert Einstein or Steven Hawking, not exactly. It is exciting though to see more health benefits tied to that bottle of wine we keep opening. So the next time dinner chit chat turns mentally stimulating is it really us, or is it the wine talking? Hmmmm…makes you wonder.
About Corx Wine Bags
Corx Wine Bags was founded in 2005 by two friends who had passion for wine. One of them being a self proclaimed klutz and the other a self proclaimed sewing master, they sought to create the ultimate wine bag. After several prototypes the “Tre” 3-bottle wine bag was born. A wine bag of the highest quality that prevents bottles from breaking in transit for those klutz’s out there, while keeping your wines at proper storing temperatures during your trip to your favorite BYOB restaurant, picnic location or bringing bottles home from your favorite winery. For more information about all of our wine bags please visit us at www.corxwinebags.com
Aug/100
Ultimate New Jersey Wine Tour
Thank you so much Stephanie for your enjoyable read regarding a lesser know wine growing area. A definate highlight of this story is the listing of different wineries, restaurants, etc.. Enjoy!
Cheers!
- Brandon
By STEPHANIE AUTERI
When I first set off to discover New Jersey wine culture, I didn’t expect to find a whole lot. Within my immediate geographic area (I live in Clifton) are several wine bars and discount wine shops that sometimes offer free tastings, but there are no vineyards — no place where I can track a wine’s humble origins, the process of vine to grape to barrel to bottle.
In the past, my husband and I always drove to upstate New York’s Finger Lakes region to get our wine fix. I didn’t think we had any other choice. But once I started researching wine spots across New Jersey, I discovered that we really had been missing out. I shouldn’t have been surprised.
This is, after all, the Garden State.
Through the course of three frantic months, we spent every single weekend traveling across all of New Jersey. We drove to the tippy-top — where small family vineyards like that of the Ventimiglias operated — and all the way down to Cape May (which had four of its own wineries, all well worth visiting). In a blur of vineyard after vineyard, our palates slowly changed.
At Four JG’s Orchards & Vineyards in Colts Neck, we salivated over chocolate sauce made with chambourcin, a French-American hybrid grape that is popular in New Jersey. At California WineWorks in Ramsey, we destemmed grapes, crushed them and added yeast, enjoying the hands-on process of making our own cabernet.
At La Griglia in Kenilworth, a restaurant recognized by Wine Spectator magazine, I fell in love with an incredibly light sparkling dessert wine.
At Plagido’s Winery in Hammonton, I couldn’t help gushing over the sangria.
When we visited Sylvin Farms Winery in Germania — a one-man operation — we had to run through the fields in order to find owner Franklin Salek. It was well worth it, as he then treated us to a history of the New Jersey wine business while we sampled bottle after bottle.
At Turdo Vineyards in North Cape May, we reveled in the unseasonal warmth of late last September by sipping from generous glasses of pinot noir on its outdoor patio. And at Ventimiglia Vineyard in Wantage, we tasted zinfandel straight from the barrel before sitting down to an intimate barbecue with the entire family.
By the time we made it to Hopewell Valley Vineyards in Pennington, we had to invest in a wine journal. The bottles cluttering the floor of our one-bedroom condo were all favorites, and we didn’t want to risk forgetting any of them.
Over the course of it all, we learned what we loved (and we also learned that seven wineries in one day is too much). The wine spots listed here — a mix of wineries, restaurants, shops and wine bars — aren’t everything New Jersey has to offer. In fact, the state has at least 33 wineries alone registered with the Garden State Wine Growers Association, and you can follow the entire trail by picking up one of their free “passports” (newjerseywines.com). Rather, these spots are the ones I felt had the most to offer not only the taste buds, but the soul.
Does that sound cheesy? Thankfully, wine and cheese go well together.
* Four JG’s & Vineyards
127 Hillsdale Road,
Colts Neck
(908) 930-8066
4jgswinery.com
Owner: John and Janet Giunco
Acreage: 60-acre farm, with 35 acres of planted vines
Wines: 10
Best-sellers: chambourcin riserva, Cayuga white, Vignole, cabernet Franc
Tastings: Weekends, 1 to 5 p.m., October through December
Price: $5
* Alba Vineyard & Winery
269 Route 627, Village of Finesville, Milford
(908) 995-7800
albavineyard.com
Owner: Tom Sharko
Acreage: 93.5-acre farm, with 42 acres of planted vines
Wines: 19
Best-sellers: pinot noir, dry Riesling, chardonnay
Tastings: Sunday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Price: $10 for a cheese and cracker plate, and a taste of anything you’d like
* Amazing Grapes
23 Wanaque Ave., Pompton Lakes
(973) 831-5700
amazing-grapes.com
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Bonus: There is a bar in the back featuring live music on weekends
Owners: Donna Garvey, Bill Lowe Jr. and Tony Greco
Bottles: 12 by the glass, and around 100 bottles
Best-sellers: pinot grigio (especially bottles under $15), malbec wines from Argentina, tempranillo from Spain
Tastings: Free, every Saturday afternoon
* Bacchus
Winemaking Club
1540 Route 37 west, Toms River
(732) 505-6930
bacchusnj.com
Attend winemaking sessions and other classes and events throughout the year
* Bellview Winery
150 Atlantic St., Landisville
(856) 697-7172
BellviewWinery.com
Owner: Jim and Nancy Quarella
Acreage: 32
Wines: 27
Best-sellers: fiesta/cranberry sangria, 2007 petit verdot
Tastings: Daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Price: Free
* California WineWorks
476 Route 17 North, Ramsey
(201) 785-9463
cawineworks.com
Participate in grape crushing and other aspects of the winemaking process. End up with your own barrel
* Cape May
Winery & Vineyard
711 Townbank Road, Cape May
(609) 884-1169
capemaywinery.com
Owner: Darren Hesington and Toby Craig
Acreage: 15
Wines: 19
Best-sellers: 2008 riesling, 2007 Cape May cabernet ranc, Isaac Smith cabernet sauvignon, Cape May merlot, Cape May chardonnay
Tastings: Daily, 12 to 5 p.m.
Price: $5 for your choice of 6 wines, plus a souvenir wine glass to take home
* Endless Vine
823 Franklin Lake Road,
Franklin Lakes
(201) 891-3669
endlessvine.com
Hours: Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Owner: Simonyan family Bottles: 15 wines by the glass and close to 5,000 bottles
Best-sellers: Patz & Hall pinot noir Sonoma Coast 2006, Gnarley Head old vine zinfandel 2006, Bruno Giacosa Barolo “Le Rocche del Falletto” 1999, cheval blanc 1996, Caymus cabernet sauvignon Napa Valley 2002
Tastings: Check for tastings and other events on the website
* The Grape Escape
12 Stults Road, Suite 101, Dayton
(609) 409-9463
thegrapeescape.net
Make your own wine, starting at $355 for of a barrel
* La Griglia
740 Boulevard, Kenilworth
(908) 241-0031
lagriglia.com
Hours: Lunch: Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m.to 3 p.m. Dinner: Monday through Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 5 to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 9 p.m.
Owner: Chris and John Tocci
Bottles: 600
Best-sellers: Bisol, “Crede” Prosecco Di Valdobbiadene (Veneto), Cantalupo “Il Mimo” Rosato 2005 (Piemont), Ocone, Taburno Falanghina, 2005 (Campania), Fatascia, “Almanera” nero d’Avola, 2003 (Sicily), Marenco, Brachetto D’Acqui, 2005 (Piemont)
* Hopewell Valley
Vineyards
46 Yard Road, Pennington
(609) 737-4465
hopewellvalleyvineyards.com
Owner: Sergio Neri
Acreage: 75-acre farm, with 20 acres of planted vines
Wines: 16
Best-sellers: chambourcin, pinot grigio
Tastings: Daily, 12 to 5 p.m., except for Friday and Wednesday 12 to 8 p.m. because of happy hour
Price: $5
Events: Weekly. Find out about everything from harvest and wine festivals to music nights by signing up for its e-mail list
* Knife & Fork
3600 Atlantic Ave., Atlantic City
(609) 344-1133
knifeandforkinn.com
Hours: Lunch: Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Dinner: Sunday through Thursday, 5 to 9:30 p.m., Friday and-Saturday, 5 to 10 p.m.
Owner: Frank Dougherty
Bottles: 1,000-plus
Best-sellers: Mason Cellars sauvignon blanc 2005, Orogeny pinot noir Green Valley RRV 2006, BR Cohn cabernet sauvignon north coast 2007
* Park & Orchard
240 Hackensack St.,
East Rutherford
(201) 939-9292
parkandorchard.com
Hours: Lunch: Monday through Friday, 12 to 4 p.m. Dinner: Monday through Friday, 4 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, 4:45 to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 2 to 9 p.m.
Owner: Kenny and Buddy Gebhardt
Bottles: 2,000
Best-sellers: I Terrieri Corvina Passita 2006 Verona, Italy, Macon- Villages Les Pierres Dorees Domaine Barraud 2008, Purple Mountain chardonnay 2005, Stag’s Leap Hawk Crest cabernet sauvignon
Events: Scheduled wine tastings can be found on the website
* Plagido’s Winery
570 N. First Road,
Hammonton
(609) 567-4633
plagidoswinery.com
Owner: Ollie Tomasello
Acreage: 15
Wine: 27
Best-Sellers: chambourcin, Plagido’s Choice, merlot blend
Tastings: Daily, 12 to 5 p.m.
Price: Free
* Rosie’s Wine Bar
514 North Ave., Garwood
(908) 518-9463
rosieswinebar.com
Hours: Dinner: Monday through Wednesday, 5 to 10 p.m.; Thursday through Saturday, 5 to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 4 to 9 p.m. Bar: open past 1 a.m.
Owner: Josh Rosenberg
Bottles: 250
Best-sellers: Covey Run riesling, Crosby cabernet sauvignon, Sonoma-Cutrer chardonnay, Faust Events: The website lists live music events, tastings, parties, education and more
* Sylvin Farms Winery
24 N. Vienna Ave., Germania
(609) 965-1548
sylvinfarmswinery.com
Owner: Franklin Salek
Acreage: 40-acre farm, with 11 acres of vines
Wines: 15
Best-sellers: cabernet sauvignon, merlot, sauvignon blanc, sparkling blanc de noir, chardonnay Tastings: Call ahead to schedule a tasting. This is a one-man operation, but it’s worth the effort to go.
Price: Free
* Tomasello Winery Inc.
225 N. White Horse Pike,
Hammonton
(800) 666-9463
tomasellowinery.com
Owners: Charlie and Jack Tomasello
Acreage: 70
Wines: 43
Best-Sellers: 2006 Tomasello American white zinfandel, Tomasello American Ranier rosé, Tomasello Atlantic County Nevers Oak chardonnay, Rainier white, Tomasello Epilogue Atlantic County riesling ice wine 2007, Tomasello American Almonique, Tomasello mulled spice wine, sparkling blueberry
Tastings: Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Price: Free
* Turdo Vineyards & Winery
3911 Bayshore Road, North Cape May
(609) 884-5591
turdovineyards.com
Owner: Sal Turdo
Acreage: 6-acre farm, with 4.5 acres of planted vines
Wines: 15
Best-sellers: The Italian reds: barbera, dolcetto, nebbiolo, sangiovese, and nero d’Avola
Tastings: Thursday through Saturday, 12 to 5 p.m., Sunday, 12 to 4 p.m.
Price: $5 for choice of 6 wines and a souvenir wine glass to take home
* Undici Taverna Rustica
11 West River Road, Rumson
(732) 842-3880
undicirestaurant.com
Hours: Monday and Tuesday, 4 p.m. to 12 a.m.; Wednesday-Sunday, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Owners: Victor Rollo (general manager) and Giovanni Atzori (executive chef)
Bottles: 640
Best-sellers: Chiantis
Events: Follow twitter.com/undici11 on Twitter to keep up-to-date on all of its upcoming events
* Ventimiglia Vineyard
101 Layton Road, Wantage
(973) 875-4333
ventivines.com
Owner: Gene Ventimiglia, with his family
Acreage: 50 acres
Wines: 16
Best-sellers: Buon Giorno, Rocky Ridge red, chambourcin, carignane
Tastings: Saturdays and Sundays. now through Sept. 30, 1 to 6 p.m.; Oct. 1 through April 30, 12 to 5 p.m.
Price: $5 for a tasting and, if you’re lucky, you’ll also be offered a tour
* Wine List of Summit
417 Springfield Ave., Summit
(908) 277-6565
winelistsummit.com/wine/classes.php
class@winelistsummit.com
Become a wine connoisseur in three easy lessons
* The WineMakers Cellar
1050 Goffle Road, Hawthorne
(973) 238-1400
thewinemakerscellar.com
info@thewinemakerscellar.com
Make your own wine, starting at $425 for ⅛ barrel of wine
* Wine Ventures
7 Washington St., Tenafly
(201) 568-4341
wineventures.com
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, 12 to 6 p.m.
Owner: Craig McManus
Bottles: 1,000-plus
Best-sellers: New Zealand sauvignon blancs, Rhone Châteauneuf-du-Papes
Tastings: Friday, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, 1 to 8 p.m.
About Corx Wine Bags
Corx Wine Bags was founded in 2005 by two friends who had passion for wine. One of them being a self proclaimed klutz and the other a self proclaimed sewing master, they sought to create the ultimate wine bag. After several prototypes the “Tre” 3-bottle wine bag was born. A wine bag of the highest quality that prevents bottles from breaking in transit for those klutz’s out there, while keeping your wines at proper storing temperatures during your trip to your favorite BYOB restaurant, picnic location or bringing bottles home from your favorite winery. For more information about all of our wine bags please visit us at www.corxwinebags.com
Aug/100
Espelt Saulo 2008 – Wine Review
I have have seen this wine numerous times at my local liquor store tied to my Costco so I thought I would give it a try.
Espelt Sauló is a deliteful blend of 50% garnacha and 50% cariñena that delivers well beyond its $10.00 price. You will first notice that this wine has a lovely deep ruby color. I found hints of raspberry, cherry, pepper and an earthy quality that blends nicely together. This is without a doubt a great every day wine that will not break the budget.
Above: Anna Espelt, Winemaker
Cheers!
- Brandon
Winery Notes
Although the Espelt family has been growing grapes for quite some time, it was not until 2000 that they began to produce wine. With over 500 acres of vineyards planted to a multitude of varieties, Espelt’s ultra modern winery is responsible for some of the greatest values in the region with a whimsical sensibility. Located Inside two National Parks in the ends of the Pyrenees, the land is characterized by strong northern winds, poor soils of slate and granite and very old vineyards planted as long ago as 1900.
About Corx Wine Bags
Corx Wine Bags was founded in 2005 by two friends who had passion for wine. One of them being a self proclaimed klutz and the other a self proclaimed sewing master, they sought to create the ultimate wine bag. After several prototypes the “Tre” 3-bottle wine bag was born. A wine bag of the highest quality that prevents bottles from breaking in transit for those klutz’s out there, while keeping your wines at proper storing temperatures during your trip to your favorite BYOB restaurant, picnic location or bringing bottles home from your favorite winery. For more information about all of our wine bags please visit us at www.corxwinebags.com
Aug/100
Chalone Monterey Chardonnay 2008 – Wine Review
I had the chance to enjoy this Chardonnay over the weekend with one of the other owners of Corx Wine Bags. I had not had the chance to try this wine before, but upon pulling it out Kevin told me that we would not be disappointed. Kevin was spot on with this wine being properly balanced between the flavors of pear, apple and oak, as well as a butteriness that complements the bright crispness of this wonderful chardonnay.
Cheers!
- Brandon
Chalone Vineyard Monterey County Chardonnay 2008 Overview
Wine
In our 2008 Chardonnay, bright, fruit-focused flavors keep cadence with sweet essence of oak. Baked pear, Braeburn apple and sweet tangerine are accented by wafts of floral and nutmeg. Across the palate, the flavors are joined by juicy stone fruit and guava, developing creaminess through the middle. Well-balanced, the fruit remains bright and crisp, complemented by just enough oak to lend structure and complexity. This wine’s versatility makes it pleasant for sipping as well as a perfect complement to sautéed scallops or stuffed chicken breast.
Vineyard
Chalone Vineyard was one of the first wineries to recognize the amazing potential of Chardonnay from Monterey County. With moderate winters and a maritime-influenced climate, Monterey has one of the coolest, most consistent growing seasons in the state, ideal for this thin-skinned varietal. Our grapes come from the northern Salinas Valley, in the Arroyo Seco American Viticultural Area, and other cool, well-drained sites auspiciously influenced by the wind and fog that carry the cool Pacific air down the valley. Here, budbreak is generally early and the growing season long, allowing the grapes to hang on the vine and develop slowly for ripe, flavorful Chardonnay with a nice core of acidity.
Winemaking
The unique climate and terroir of Monterey guides the profile of this Chardonnay. From vine to bottle, our winemaking decisions were chosen with this abiding ideal. For a hint of complexity, structure and gentle spice influence, we aged 60 percent of the wine in a combination of French, American and European oak for six months.
Vintage
Aug/100
Hogue Fume Blanc 2007 – Wine Review
The Hogue Cellars has come a long way from its humble beginnings when founded by Gary and Mark Hogue in 1982. Since that time Hogue has grown to become one of Washington’s largest wineries, and has gained both national and global acclaim. Always on the hunt for a great under $10.00 bottle of wine I grabbed a bottle of Hogue Fume Blanc 2007. I found this fume blanc to be surprisingly complex with just the right acidity, hints of grapefruit and melon combined with subtle notes of sage and fig. For around $9.00 a bottle it is a solid choice that can be found in many wine shops and liquor stores throughout the country.
About The Hogue Cellars
THE HOGUE CELLARS™, founded in 1982 by Mike and Gary Hogue, is located in Eastern Washington’s Columbia Valley, the premiere grape growing region of the state. The climate and soils of the Columbia Valley produce grapes with intense fruit flavors and high natural acidity. The wines have a liveliness and ripe, zesty fruit flavors that make them ideal complements to a wide range of food. You can visit them at http://hoguecellars.com/index.php
About Corx Wine Bags
Corx Wine Bags was founded in 2005 by two friends who had passion for wine. One of them being a self proclaimed klutz and the other a self proclaimed sewing master, they sought to create the ultimate wine bag. After several prototypes the “Tre” 3-bottle wine bag was born. A wine bag of the highest quality that prevents bottles from breaking in transit for those klutz’s out there, while keeping your wines at proper storing temperatures during your trip to your favorite BYOB restaurant, picnic location or bringing bottles home from your favorite winery. For more information about all of our wine bags please visit us at www.corxwinebags.com
Aug/100
August is Washington Wine Month
August is Washington Wine Month
According to the Washington State Liquor Control Board, “each August, state liquor stores broaden and diversify the selection of Washington wines and feature displays surrounding the annual theme. This year’s theme “Washington Wines… Our Passion, Your Pleasure” celebrates the unique Washington climates producing some of the very best in grapes and wines known around the world. This is the 26th Washington Wine Month celebrated by state liquor stores.”
The list of featured Washington Wine Month wines available at Washington State Liquor Stores can be found here.
Aug/100
2008 Lange Estate Winery Pinot Noir
Greetings! My friends from Liner & Elsen have another wine recommendation…the 2008 Lange Pinot Noir. It has been awhile since I’ve tasted Lange’s juice, but I remember it being pretty good.
Enjoy the review below!
Cheers!
-Kevin
2008 Lange Estate Winery, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon 18.99/203.00
Spotlighting the outstanding balance and superb terroir expression that marks the Willamette Valley’s finest 2008 Pinots, Lange’s so-called entry level release offers silky Burgundian texture and earthy terroir signature inside a solid core of classic cranberry and loganberry fruit. Writing for Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, Jay Miller concurs: “[Lange’s] 2008 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley provides an early look at just how good this vintage is. Very expressive aromatically with aromas of cherry, raspberry, and rose petal, on the palate this medium-bodied wine has layered succulent fruit, superb balance, and a lengthy, fruit-filled finish. It has enough structure to evolve for several years but will provide plenty of immediate gratification.” We think the 2008 Lange is a classically styled Willamette Valley Pinot, and we encourage you to buy a case for enjoyment now and another to cellar over the coming three years. Serve with braised duck, roast chicken, cedar-plank salmon, grilled summer squashes and roast pork preparations.
Wine Advocate—90 points; Best Value
http://www.linerandelsen.com/
LINER & ELSEN, WINE MERCHANTS
2222 NW Quimby St.
(off 22nd Ave.)
Portland, OR 97210
503-241-WINE (9463)
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About Corx Wine Bags
Corx Wine Bags was founded in 2005 by two friends who had passion for wine. One of them being a self proclaimed klutz and the other a self proclaimed sewing master, they sought to create the ultimate wine bag. After several prototypes the “Tre” 3-bottle wine bag was born. A wine bag of the highest quality that prevents bottles from breaking in transit for those klutz’s out there, while keeping your wines at proper storing temperatures during your trip to your favorite BYOB restaurant, picnic location or bringing bottles home from your favorite winery. For more information about all of our wine bags please visit us at www.corxwinebags.com
Aug/100
2008 Bogle Pinot Noir – Wine Review
Without a doubt the 2008 Bogle Pinot Noir is one of the best value Pinot’s available today. Due to the increasing popularity of Pinot Noir over the past several years we have seen the average price point move higher and higher. Fortunately for all of us the Bogle Family has done a tremendous job of deliveringa knock out Pinot Noir that delivers the goods for a suggested price point of $11.00 a bottle. With subtlespiciness, and hints of cherry and strawberry this Pinot Noir had me wanting more and more. A huge thumbs up from the Corx Wine Bags crew!!
Cheers!
- Brandon
WINEMAKER NOTES
The 2008 Pinot Noir from Bogle represents some of the best varietal growing regions our state has to offer. Fruit from the cool confines of the Russian River Valley, from the coastal hills of Monterey and from the unique Clarksburg Delta combine to create a garnet-colored wine of complexity and finesse.
The first impression recalls a sun-dappled forest clearing, scattered with sweet wild strawberries and rustic mint. These hints of pine, bright berry and fresh herbs follow on the well-balanced palate, surrounded by soft suggestions of tea leaves and violets. Toasty vanilla winds itself throughout, wrapping around the finish: long, silky and elegant.
SERVED BEST WITH
Aged cheeses and unique patés, as well as saucy mushroom dishes, poultry and pork.
• Vintage: 2008
• Appellation:Russian River Valley, Monterey, Santa Barbara
and Clarksburg
• Barrel Program: 12 months in French and American oak
• Release date: January 2009
• Wine pH: 3.68
• Wine acidity: 0.57g/100ml
• Alcohol: 14.2%
About Corx Wine Bags
Corx Wine Bags was founded in 2005 by two friends who had passion for wine. One of them being a self proclaimed klutz and the other a self proclaimed sewing master, they sought to create the ultimate wine bag. After several prototypes the “Tre” 3-bottle wine bag was born. A wine bag of the highest quality that prevents bottles from breaking in transit for those klutz’s out there, while keeping your wines at proper storing temperatures during your trip to your favorite BYOB restaurant, picnic location or bringing bottles home from your favorite winery. For more information about all of our wine bags please visit us at www.corxwinebags.com