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Il Conte d’Alba Stella Rosa

admin — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 19:01:18 +0000

Stella Rosa is fast becoming a wine superstar! Incredibly affordable and easy to drink this wine never disappoints. From the beautiful village of Santo Stefano Belbo in Piemonte Stella Rosa is a refreshing red wine to be serve chilled as an afternoon sipper; also incredible when accompanied by fresh fruit and cheese.

Tenuta Santa Maria Amarone

admin — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 21:33:04 +0000

CLASSIFICATION: Veneto -Denominazione di Origine Controllata

PHILOSOPHY: This Amarone is obtained with the use of traditional vinification techniques that give a unique and recognizable character. It represents the full expression of the veronese wine growing and enological tradition in accordance with more than a century of old family tradition.

TYPE OF SOIL: Located on clay hills and calcareous layers.

VARIETAL: Corvina 75%; Rondinella 10%; Corvinone 15%

HARVEST PERIOD: End of September

TRAINING: Pergoletta 5600 vines per hectare.

HARVEST VINIFICATION AND AGING: The Amarone is produced from the best grapes of the Vapolicella hills, hand harvested and placed in wooden trays inside rooms with well circulated natural air for 4-5 months. Around the middle of January and after reaching the desired sugar content (And reduction of about 25%-30% of weight) the grapes almost raisins are pressed and fermented for 25-30 days at controlled temperature with daily
pumpover. Follows a period of decantation and refining in french barriques and italian oak tonneaux where the malolattic fermentation is also carried out . After 48 months the wine is bottled for a further 6 months final refinement.

ANALYTICAL DATA: 15% Vol.

TASTING NOTES: Ruby red color with garnet nuances. The bouquet impact is elegant and complex, reminiscent of cherry jam, dried roses and hot spices. The taste is warm and soft with vigorous structure and alcohol balanced by soft tannins and elegant acidity.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: 15°/18° C

BEST WITH: Red meat, game, savory cheese, Monte Veronese cheese.

Heavyweight Red

admin — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 20:36:39 +0000

I believe this wine was made from fruit from California’s Lodi appellation, but I do know the wine is part of a company called Blue Moon Wines. As to how it was made, I have no clue except for the varietal breakdown which is 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Syrah, and 10% Zinfandel. This type of wine I often refer to as a “gimmick wine” because of the cartoon-like label and catchy name. Lots of wines like these I feel often under deliver in terms of terroir and sense of place and can sometimes be very boring. I decided to share my notes on this one because it actually drinks pretty good.

On the nose this wine is big and brambly and displays aromas of black raspberry, Marion berry, milk chocolate truffle, and hints of vanilla and spice

On the palate this wine is a big, luscious, fruit bomb! Jammy raspberry fruit combines with coco, spice, and a touch of creamy oak. I see this wine being a fishing trip red wine! One that can be fun to drink without food or pleases with the most basic of snacks. I does finish a bit off balance with some ruff tannin a a touch of alcohol but overall I think it’s a decent value play. 86 points

A Heartfelt Thanks

admin — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 10:32:13 +0000

It’s that time of year that we reflect on our good fortune and accomplishments from this past year.

First and foremost we realize that great customers like you make everything possible for us. Today’s business environment is not an easy one and we really appreciate you helping us to continue being a successful locally owned small business.

Thank you for being an important part of our company continuing success!

We at V I Wines want to express our warm wishes to you and your loved ones for a very Happy & Prosperous New Year.