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Michele Chiarlo “Wines of the Piedmont” Italian Wine Tasting Seminar, Friday, November 10th 7pm

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with Adam Verona
Adam will be our guide to the wines of this iconic producer. Barbera, Barbaresco, Barolo, and more, we’ll taste some of the finest wines of the region. Adam has been to Wine World before and is a great presenter of stories, anecdotes, and history of the wines and their producer. Sign up early, we expect this seminar to sell-out!

 

 

First Friday, November 3rd, Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

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Drop-in anytime between 5 and 8pm.
We’ll Taste 3 Whites and 3 Reds
Only $5, and a $2 rebate if you buy a featured bottle!
133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
803.279.9522

Wine World First Friday November 3rd, 2017 Wines:

Velata Mer Seguera Sauvignon Blanc 2015, Valencia, Spain
Bright light gold, aromas of yellow apples, delicate grapeyness, pressed linen, and lemon pith with a body and a finish of cottony tannins.
Paella, Pad Thai Chicken, Chicken Fajitas

Banfi San Angelo Pinot Grigio 2016, Tuscany, Italy
Lovely white-gold color. Fresh bouquet with notes of pear, peach, anise and honey. Fruity and crisp, refreshing.
aperitif, or light dishes such as grilled vegetables, a range of seafood, Pasta with Shrimp & Zucchini.

Howling Moon Chardonnay 2015, Lodi, California
Shows peaches and cream flavors, goose berries, citrus and green apples, with a bit of sharpness and green herbs on the finish. Medium-bodied. Greek Sweet Potato Fries, Shrimp and Grits, Yogurt-Marinated Apricot Chicken Skewers.

Oscar Tobia Rioja Crianza Seleccion 2010, Rioja, Spain
80% tempranillo, 10% graciano, 10% garnacha. Medium ruby, Nose of bouquet of ripe cherries and blackcurrant with slight undertones of liquorice, black pepper and nutmeg. Persistent finish with hints of ripe red fruit and toffee. Shepherds Pie, Chili con Carne, Manchego Cheese. RP-90pts

Peter Lehmann Portrait Cabernet Sauvignon 2014, Barossa, Australia
Deeply colored, shows black forest fruits a structured palate with soft, firm tannins. Mocha notes add some elegance to the easygoing, smooth plum and cassis flavors, while accents of herb, spice and toast linger on the finish. Drink now through 2026. Steak, Lamb Shank, Ribs, London Broil, Burgers, BBQ

Peirano Estate “Illusion” Red Blend 2015, Lodi, California
Rich deep burgundy hue. Aromas of opulent chocolate and cocoa, with black currants and plums. Palate of blackberries, black currants, plums and dark fruit. Long, seductive finish of black licorice and has firm, round, supple tannins. sweet potato poutine with black beans and a mild cheese, Spicy Sausage Rigatoni, Moussaka.

“Revelry Winery, Washington State” Wine Tasting Seminar October 27th 7pm

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“Revelry Winery – Columbia Valley, Washington”
Jeff Hickenlooper, National Sales Manager with Revelry Winery, will guide us through ten of their wines. Founded in 2005 Revelry has quickly become one of the premier winerys in the Columbia Valley, offering both very well made affordable wines under $20 as well as spectacular Single Vineyard bottlings that drink well above their price range! Winemaker and Owner Jared Burns says: “Individually our wines are each very distinct, yet they all share the common qualities of balance, moderate structure, and dynamic flavor.” A few of the wines are being brought into SC specifically for this tasting.
Accompanied by cheeses, tasty tidbits and French bread.

The Wines:
Revelry Chardonnay 2016

Revelry Merlot 2015

Revelry Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

Revelry The Reveler 2014

Revelry The Reveler Limited Ed 2012

Revelry Range Red Blend 2014

Revelry Block 18 Syrah 2014

Revelry Aerials HH Merlot 2013

Revelry Cabernet Franc 2014

Revelry Aerial D11 Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

WINE CLUB Selections October 2017

Uncategorized, WINE CLUB!

Join WINE CLUB Today!
call (803) 279 9522
(see below for pricing and perks)

The Wine buyers (Andrew and Dale) pick two wines each month for you that we love, and you will too. One white (or rose, or bubbly) and one red. The total value of wines will exceed $40, and the longer you sign up for, the better the deal! Our goal is to show excellent wines in a wide range of styles.   We only choose wines we have tasted and don’t base our choices on ratings.(Although we’ll often include them in the write-up)

We have a pair of French wines this month both from somewhat iconic producers, enjoy!

Louis Latour Mâcon-Lugny Les Genièvres 2015
2015 is known to be a stellar vintage in Burgundy, particularly for the reds. We tasted several burgundy’s with a representative for LaTour just recently and agreed this “little” white Burgundy was very yummy and a spectacular bargain.
100% Chardonnay (as is true of most white Burgundy) and unoaked.
I wouldn’t look to age this wine for a long period, drink it with pleasure within the next 3 or 4 years.
From the Latour webpage:
“The village of Lugny is located high up in the South of the Mâcon region. It has a great reputation for its white wines which has made Mâcon famous. It is well known that the village of Lugny, with its limestone soils and warm climate, produces the most coveted white wines of the region. The vineyard of « Les Genièvres » is one of the best. Maison Louis Latour selects the best grapes of this village, which thanks to its terroir, was the only village planted with Chardonnay 30 years ago.
Mâcon-Lugny “Les Genièvres” is crisp and yet still typically honeyed. The nose unveils aromas of lemon and green orchard fruit with notes of honeycomb. A clean dry, yet quite rich wine full of light lemon citrus and orchard fruits with nutty notes, it has an elegant smoothness with balanced fresh acidity and a lingering dry-almost honeyed finish. A good value quality white Burgundy that is drinking well now.
Food Pairing: Grilled fish – seafood – Comté cheese”

Château de Ségriés Lirac Cuvee Reservee 2015
50% Grenache, 30% Syrah, 10% Cinsault, 10% Mourvèdre
We’re big fans of wines from the Rhone Valley, they tend to be extremely adaptable for pairing with food, and tend to age remarkably well. I had a simple Guigal Cotes Du Rhone from 1995 last night and it was fabulous! This wine comes from Lirac, an appelation just across the river from Chateneuf Du Pape.
These grapes are from 80 year old vines and harvested by hand, and have no oak treatment.
Pairs well with Stews, Grilled meats, Game, Various cheeses, or almost anything else you’d drink a red wine with!
The Wine Advocate gave this wine 92pts.
“The 2015 Lirac Cuvee Reservee is a beauty. Notes of dried Provencal garrigue, cedar, blackberries, blueberries and roasted herbs all jump from the glass of this concentrated, rich and seriously endowed Lirac that has a stacked mid-palate, rocking levels of concentration, ripe tannin and a great finish. It’s another superstar wine to drink over the coming 7-8 years.”

Here’s the price structure of WINE CLUB:
3 months $40/month = $120 total and you also receive a FREE Riedel glass
6 months $36/month = $216 total and you also receive two FREE Riedel glasses
12 months $32/month = $384 total and you also receive four FREE Riedel glasses
All WINE CLUB members get a substantial discount on Wine Tasting Seminars  at Wine World (usually 25%)
WINE CLUB members get a 15% Case discount when you pick up your club wines, since you are picking up 2 you only need to pick 10 more wines to make it a case!

Sign Up Now!
Come by the shop, 133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
or give us a call at 803.279.9522

Third Thursday October 19th Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

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Drop-in anytime between 5 and 8pm.
We’ll Taste 3 Whites and 3 Reds
Only $5, and a $2 rebate if you buy a featured bottle!
133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
803.279.9522

Wine World Third Thursday October 19th 2017 Wines:

Bocelli, Pinot Grigio
Veneto, Italy
2016
Andrea Bocelli loves his white wines, and it shows in their delightfully crisp, complex Pinot Grigio. Grown in the green hills of the Colli Euganei in Veneto, the vines are thick and knotty, averaging about 15 years old, and yielding just enough grapes to make only one bottle of wine per plant. One bottle! With aromas of fresh Meyer lemon, mint, white flowers and sea salt,this wine is zesty, delicious, and made with integrity. Lemon Chicken Piccata, Grilled Halibut with Cilantro Garlic Butter.

Barnard Griffin, Fume Blanc
Columbia Valley, WA
2015
Sauvignon Blanc. Aromas of herb, grass, pear and citrus lead to sleek fruit flavors. It shows a lot of elegance but lacks concentration. The 2015 vintage is packed with orange zest, lime, Asian pear andhoneydew melon flavors and aromas. Ultimately refreshing! Finishes with a juicy, cleansing aftertaste. Enjoy this crisp,sunny white as a stand-alone or paired with shellfish or mildly-flavored appetizers.

Montinore, Borealis
Willamette Valley, OR
2015
34% Gewurztraminer, 30% Muller-Thurgau, 28% Pinot Gris, and 8% Riesling. Mouthwatering and multi-dimensional, this perennial crowd pleaser is a blend of cool-climate whites.. Intensely aromatic, with a nose of tropical flowers, ripe kiwi and melon, the silky soft palate is brimming with rose petals, pink grapefruit, mango and white nectarine then finishes on a high, clean note of bright key lime. Organic. Spicy Foods, Fish, White Meats.

Bila-Haut by Chapoutier, Cotes du Roussillon Villages Rouge
Languedoc-Roussillon, France
2015
Berry jam up front, followed by darker plum through the palate peppered with subtle notes of licorice. Velvety tannins offer grippy structure without hindering approachability. Bila Haut is a big boy in Chapoutier’s lineup, showing plenty of black fruit and spice, Pair with a nice cut of beef or Mediterranean food.
RP93 The Wine Advocate
The jaw-dropper in the lineup was the quality of the 2015 Haut Cotes de Roussillon Villages les Vignes de Bila Haut. While the entry level wine from this estate, the quality here is incredible, especially at the price point. Made from 50% Grenache, 40% Syrah and 10% Carignan from a mix of the estate’s terroirs, aged in concrete tanks and stainless steel, it offers a rich, concentrated and serious feel to go with fabulously pure notes of blackberries, black raspberries, crushed rock and melted licorice. Thick, unctuous and luxuriously textured, this will certainly be the greatest vintage of this cuvee to date.
WS90Wine Spectator
This has finesse, with an iron core surrounded by blackberry, cassis, plum and garrigue flavors. Full tannins offer structure, with details of olive and bay leaf that linger into the savory finish. Drink now through 2020.

Jlohr, Los Osos Merlot
Paso Robles, California
2014
The 2014 J. Lohr Estates Los Osos Merlot presents a mature red color with a raspberry hue. Plummy fruit aromas are integrated with a chocolaty barrel signature of mocha and baking spice. Whole berry fermentation with a generous use of Malbec in the blend accentuates the fine tannins, bright fruit tones and lengthy finish. This Merlot is dark in the glass, with lots of oak, vanilla and caramel aromas against a black-cherry and chocolate-cake backdrop on the nose. Soft and chalky tannins frame the sip, where blueberry, vanilla and chocolate-cream flavors prove lush and inviting. Delicious with summer grilled sausages or herb-roasted chicken.
WE 90 Best Buy

Silver Totem, Cabernet Sauvignon
Columbia Valley, Washington
2014
Fruit from the Horse Heaven Hills and Walla Walla Valley, including Malbec and Syrah. Dark purple hue and aromas of black currant, plum sauce, caramel and crushed green peppercorns. Recommended pairings include wild game, roasted pork, grilled vegetables or ribeye with vegetable puree.
Gold Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

First Friday October 6th, Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

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Drop-in anytime between 5 and 8pm.
We’ll Taste 3 Whites and 3 Reds
Only $5, and a $2 rebate if you buy a featured bottle!
133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
803.279.9522

First Friday October 6th Wines:

Petraio Vermentino 2016
Tuscany, Italy
Dry and crisp with bright stone fruit aromas, refreshing citrus and orchard fruit flavors, and a floral, herbal twist on the finish.
An excellent aperitif which also complements grilled fish, chicken dishes and fresh cheeses.

Silver Palm Chardonnay 2014
North Coast, California
Nose of apple blossom and pear. On the palate, ripe flavors of white peach, Gravenstein apple and Meyer lemon with a near flinty finish that provides balanced acidity.
Pairs well with a wide variety of light fish and shellfish dishes.

Ironstone Obsession 2015
California
85% Symphony, 15% Chenin Blanc.
Honey is the key word to describe the nose and flavor of this extremely aromatic and just slightly sweet wine, which also offers notes of honeysuckle and honeydew.
Captivating aromas of gardenia, honeysuckle and star jasmine. Flavors are tropical with peaches, pineapple and a hint of ginger, finishing off crisp and clean.
An ideal complement to many types of cuisine, especially ones that are on the spicy side, such as Pad Thai or other Thai dishes. The hot curry found in Indian cuisine is cooled by Obsession’s fresh fruit flavors, great with grilled fruits.

Montana Rioja Tinto 2015
Rioja Alta, Spain
100% Tempranillo Vines over 20 years old. An approachable young wine with floral and mineral notes and elegant acidity. Not aged in wood.
This youthful red sports floral and mineral notes leading to a palate of deep red and blue fruits. Plummy balsamic notes are the perfect foil for the elegant acidity. Aged completely in stainless to keep the freshness of the fruit. Great with lighter meats and fowl but will also stand up to a steak.

Bodega El Porvenir De Cafayate Amauta Absoluto Tannat 2015
Cafayate, Argentina
Intense ruby red with fuchsia and black notes on the outline. Aromas of huckleberry pie, blackberry, black fig and dulce de leche with hints of mocha and eucalyptus. Concentrated, with a sweet, broad blueberry entry due to the ripe, pliable tannins. Well-structured, with a balanced acidity and long finish.
beef, lamb, strong cheeses

Pacific Oasis Winery Reef Break Red 2014
Columbia Valley, Washington
Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon
Rich flavors and bright acidity. Smooth, but robust tannins. Dark fruits, blackberry and plum. burgers and barbecued chicken.

Third Thursday September 21st Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

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Drop-in anytime between 5 and 8pm.
We’ll Taste 3 Whites and 3 Reds
Only $5, and a $2 rebate if you buy a featured bottle!
133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
803.279.9522

Wine World Wines, Thursday September 21st:

Neil Ellis Sincerely Sauvignon Blanc 2016
Western Cape, South Africa
100% Sauvignon Blanc, a multi distinct blend with fruit sourced from Darling, Stellenbosch and Paarl, left on the lees for 3 months before blending and bottling. Predominant flavors are those of tropical fruit with herbaceous overtones, leaving an overall impression of elegance and delicacy with a long fruity finish.
Gazpacho, Baby Spinach Salad with Goat Cheese, Lemon-herb Chicken.

Honoro Vera Rueda Blanco 2016
Rueda, Spain
100% Verdejo, Beautiful nose of white blossoms and fresh fruit with hints of papaya. On the palate is a nuance of lemon custard with bright apple notes. It is a focused and balanced wine that is perfect for a spring or summer picnic or light fare. Stuffed Mussels, Oysters, Blackened Whitefish, Grilled Vegetables, Shrimp Paella.

Clean Slate Riesling 2016
Mosel, Germany
Off-dry, Ripe peach flavors balance lively acidity, hints of lime and characteristic minerality. The fresh, balanced taste of clean slate is achieved by carefully selecting grapes from vineyards throughout the Mosel. The steep blue slate slopes of the Lower Mosel give the wine its minerality while the Middle Mosel provides a hint of spice to complement the characteristics fresh peach flavors of the Upper Mosel.
spicy cuisines, Asian, Tex-Mex, Indian and sushi.

Vino de Eyzaguirre Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Colchagua valley, Chile
aka: “The Burlap Cab, or “Wine in the Sack”
Rich, deep burgundy. Aromatic profile features red apples and raspberries. On the palate, bright fresh cherries with toasty elements and just a hint of pepper.
Grilled Cheeseburger, Roasted Mutton, Chile Colorado.

Masi Tupungato Passo Doble Red 2013
Uco Valley, Mendoza, Argentina
Tupungato Passo Doble Red is one of Argentina’s unique wines—Masi’s specialty process of double fermentation uses fresh Malbec grapes and a percentage of lightly dried Corvina grapes. This technique deftly combines the history from the Veneto with the richly flavored Malbec grape from Mendoza. The wine is rich with ripe, black fruit flavors with vegetal and licorice notes and finishes with a soft, long finish, with vanilla traces and minerality. Displays complex ripe red fruit aromas, . Baked plum and Grilled Lamb, Roasted Pheasant, Gruyere or Aged Cheddar Cheese.

Clancy’s Barossa Red Blend, Australia 2014
Clancy’s Red is a pure Barossa wine, a collaboration of winemakers and growers who believe in making honest wines that punch above their weight. A blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Shiraz, this wine is soft and supple and full of juicy flavour. A deep cherry red color leads to a bouquet showing blackcurrant from the Cabernet, vibrant red fruits from Shiraz and Merlot and charry oak in the background. The palate shows rich plummy bright red fruits, and long, savoury tannins adding complexity.
Penne with Veal Ragù, BBQ Ribs, Campfire Potatoes

WINE CLUB! September 2017 Selections.

WINE CLUB!

“The first rule of WINE CLUB is… ALWAYS talk about WINE CLUB!”
The Wine buyers (Andrew and Dale) pick two wines each month for you that we love, and you will too. One white (or rose, or bubbly) and one red. The total value of wines will exceed $40, and the longer you sign up for, the better the deal! (see below for pricing and perks) Our goal is to show excellent wines in a wide range of styles.   We only choose wines we have tasted and don’t base our choices on ratings.

Mouton Noir, Love Drunk Rosé 2016 
Willamette Valley, Oregon
75% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Noir.
Release date: 03/2017
Alcohol:13.3%
PH: 3.16
Residual Sugar: .2 g/L
2400cases

A super Yummy Rosé, the blend is inspired by Champagne. Most Rose is made by letting the white juice of red grapes sit on the skin fo a short period of time. We suspect that this wine was made instead by blending the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, although I couldn’t find any specific info. The grapes come from a single vineyard from McMinnville AVA, a sub AVA of the Willamette Valley. The winemaker, Andre Mack was a Somellier at the famous French Laundry and was the first African American to win the title of Best Young Sommelier in America in 2003. We have another of his wines in the store, a lovely Pinot Noir called “O.P.P”, or Other People’s Pinot.

The Chardonnay really stands out in this wine, and there’s a hint of spicyness from the Pinot. You could pair this with almost anything! Paella, Grilled Chicken, Prosciutto Panini, Curried Salmon Cakes

Here what the producer has to say:
“The 2016 Love Drunk is an intoxicating Rose. Much like
new love, it clouds the brain, causes eyes to sparkle, cheeks to
glow, blood pressure to rise and the lips to pucker. Provocative
aromas of strawberry and raspberry, followed by refreshing flavors
of wild strawberry, watermelon rind and a hint of kiwi.
Maison Noir Wines: Garage Wines (Micro-Negociant)
focusing on specific terroirs in Oregon by sourcing the best fruit
possible from the Willamette Valley region of Oregon to produce
wines which show the individuality of their respected sites.”

 

Eberle Cabernet Sauvignon ‘Vineyard Selection’ 2014
variety: 100% CABERNET SAUVIGNON
appellation: PASO ROBLES
alcohol: 14.5 %
acidity: 0.69
ph: 3.59

This is our one of our “Go To” California Cabs under $25 Big bold Paso Robles fruit with nice supple tannins, this is a serious and easy drinking cab all in one bottle. Gary Eberle has been making wine in Paso since the mid seventies and released the first Eberle Cab in 1979. He’s know as the “Godfather” of Paso Robles Winemaking. Chris Eberle (No Relation!) is the current Winemaker, while Gary and his wife Marcy oversee operations.

Braised Beef Short Ribs, Spicy Meatballs with Parmesan, Grilled Steak with Salsa Verde

Here’s what the Winery has to say:
“Cooked blackberries, baked black plum, grape candy and lilac touches show on the nose of this bottling, which is easy to like and uncomplicated. Violet floral flavors kick off the palate, followed by coffee spice, cedar and dark berry fruit, all framed by moderate tannic tension.
Eberle’s Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon displays 100% varietal characteristics blended from several distinguished Paso Robles vineyards, including the Eberle Estate Vineyard. This well-balanced Cabernet has a silky mouthfeel with flavors and aromas of blackberry jam, ripe plums, and toasty oak with a dry lingering finish. The Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon is so approachable that can you enjoy it by the glass or with hearty fare.
The rich dark fruit flavors and moderate tannins found in the 2014 Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon make it a complement to a variety of favorite dishes including braised lamb shanks with rosemary, a steak sandwich with goat cheese butter or a juicy rib-eye steak with a dollop of blue cheese.
The 2014 growing season started with a very dry and mild winter, leading to an early bud break in mid-March. Warm weather continued
throughout spring leading into a hot and dry summer. Another year of scant rain and mild temperatures brought vines into early fruition with harvest beginning in mid-August. Yields were lower as clusters formed smaller berries, but the fruit came into the perfect ripeness and harvest was fast and furious. The results of the 2014 vintage is a wine that is full bodied with intense fruit flavors and good color extraction.”

Here’s the price structure of WINE CLUB:
3 months $40/month = $120 total and you also receive a FREE Riedel glass
6 months $36/month = $216 total and you also receive two FREE Riedel glasses
12 months $32/month = $384 total and you also receive four FREE Riedel glasses
All WINE CLUB members get a substantial discount on Wine Tasting Seminars  at Wine World (usually 25%)
WINE CLUB members get a 15% Case discount when you pick up your club wines, since you are picking up 2 you only need to pick 10 more wines to make it a case!

Sign Up Now!
Come by the shop, 133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
or give us a call at 803.279.9522

 

First Friday, September 1st 2017, Drop-In Wine Tasting 5-8pm

Events

Drop-in anytime between 5 and 8pm.
We’ll Taste 3 Whites and 3 Reds
Only $5, and a $2 rebate if you buy a featured bottle!
133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
803.279.9522

First Friday September 1st, 2017 Wines:

Encostas Do Lima Vinho Verde 2016
80% Loureiro and 20% Trajadura, fresh, crisp, lively with a touch of spritz. aromas of stone fruit and lime. Stone fruit and lime blossoms. Fresh, crisp, lively with a touch of spritz. With low alcohol, it is best as an aperitif or with seafood. young goats cheese, spring vegetable frittata, poached trout and cucumber, grilled sardines

Domaine Delsol Picpoul 2015
scents of yellow apple, floral aromatics, crisp dry palate, balanced by acidity and fresh, citrus zest, dried hay and orange peel, citrus pith, melon rind and saline.
oysters, Mahi Mahi, Salad topped with strawberries and goat cheese.

Sisters Forever Unoaked Chardonnay 2015
ripe poached pears and lemon syrup aromas, flavors of yellow-apple, grapefruit, lemon, grapefruit, pineapple, tangerine, butter, toffee, and honeydew melon soft creamy mid palate and a delectable crisp finish. salmon fish cakes, caesar salad, chicken makhani.

Bonny Doon “I Am Not Drinking Any $%&*#! Merlot”
76% Merlot, 17% Cabernet Franc, 5% Syrah, 1% Grenache and 1% Mourvedre. Aromas of wild strawberry, licorice, and gingerbread with flavors ofdark cherry, plum, blackberry compote, cigar box, smoked cherry, dried meat, dark spice and black pepper. Lamb and rosemary, pizza with Italian sausage, grilled vegetables.

Barnard Griffin Rob’s Red Blend 2014
This delicious red blend features a dense, rich mouthfeel laced with alluring notes of cherry, plum and dark chocolate. Intriguing accents of oak spice, cinnamon and a hint of nutmeg 53% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Syrah, and 6% Malbec milk chocolate, black cherry, dark plum and vanilla bean aromas. flavors of cherry juice and chocolate-covered almonds, easy tannins that finish with red currant acidity. barbecue, flank steak, pork loin.

Hardy’s Oomoo Shiraz 2013
Nose of ripe red berries, violets, dark chocolate, vanillin oak. A full palate, concentrated plum spice with soft, fine tannins. Flavours of black cherry and plum, chocolate, and a fine, lingering finish. Grilled Sausage, Chili Colorado, Portabella Lentil Salad

WINE CLUB! August 2017 Selections

WINE CLUB!

“The first rule of WINE CLUB is… ALWAYS talk about WINE CLUB!”
The Wine buyers (Andrew and Dale) pick two wines each month for you that we love, and you will too. One white (or rose, or bubbly) and one red. The total value of wines will exceed $40, and the longer you sign up for, the better the deal! (see below for pricing and perks) Our goal is to show excellent wines in a wide range of styles.   We only choose wines we have tasted and don’t base our choices on ratings.(Although we’ll often include them in the write-up)

Jolo Vineyards, Golden Hallows 2016
Yadkin Valley, North Carolina

Vidal Blanc 55%, Viognier 35%, Traminette 10%
$23.99

Dale and I like to tell our wine reps to bring us the “Weird Stuff”, meaning strange varietals from interesting places. This is the first East Coast U.S. wine we’ve used for the wine club. Yadkin Valley, N.C is now a designated American Viticultural Area or “AVA”, which makes it a bona fide American wine region. The primary crop in Yadkin until recently was tobacco, today there are 38 wineries in the region. The grapes in this blend are all highly aromatic grapes. The primary grape, Vidal Blanc, is a hybrid most notably used to make icewine in Canada and Sweden, it’s high in sugar, has great acidity, can survive colder climates. Viognier is a part of the “Rhone Blend” providing floral aromatics and some viscosity in the mouth feel, it’s often used in small percentages to add complexity to Syrah.  Traminette is a cross between Geuwurtztraminer and “Joannes Seyve” a french/american hybrid, with the purpose of creating a hearty, full cluster grape with the flavors found in Gewurtztraminer.
This is a fun and funky wine!

I’ll post the winery’s description below, I’d like to add that this wine will pair wonderfully with spicy food, Asian, Indian, anything with complex flavors.
This is a very dry crisp wine, but with lots of funky fruit!

“2016 was a very hot and dry growing season. With little rainfall and hot sunny day slowly ripened the fruit and concentrated the flavors. This wine is crisp, clean and refreshing. Equal parts of elegance and delicate aromatics offer pineapple, passion fruit and white flowers with loads of Asian pear, freshly peeled apple, and pineapple dancing on the palate. The finish is crisp and rounded with a citrus and wet stone. This is a very enjoyable wine alone and also pairs well with shellfish, white fish, chicken, roasted pork, pastas in butter or pesto sauces. This wine should be consumed within the next 4 to 5 years to savor the harmonious balance of fruit and acidity. Enjoy!”

oh, and on a side note, only 5000 bottles of this were made, and each bottle is numbered individually.

Tenuta Sant’ Antonio Monti Garbi Ripasso 2013
Veneto Italy

Corvina and Corvinone 70% – Rondinella 20% – Croatina and Oseleta 10%.
$22.99

Ripasso! A style we love here at Wine World, and the first one we’ve used for wine club. We think this is a wonderful example. Ripasso is a sort of combination of Amarone and regular Valpolicella. Amarone is made from grapes that have been dried, so that they are almost raisins. Ripasso, is “passed through” the Amarone leavings and refermented, making for a bolder, more complex wine than “standard” Valpolicella.

Here’s what the winery has to say:
“The wine is a lovely ruby red color. Aromas of red fruit and cherries. The flavors are slightly sweetish, soft yet powerful, fresh, and full-flavored with a trace of tannin and a spicy aftertaste. Pasta entrées with meat ragout and Italian sauces, grilled, roast or stewed white meats, hard medium-ripe cheeses.” Also… Pizza!!, Cambozola Cheese!!

Here’s the price structure of WINE CLUB:
3 months $40/month = $120 total and you also receive a FREE Riedel glass
6 months $36/month = $216 total and you also receive two FREE Riedel glasses
12 months $32/month = $384 total and you also receive four FREE Riedel glasses
All WINE CLUB members get a substantial discount on Wine Tasting Seminars  at Wine World (usually 25%)
WINE CLUB members get a 15% Case discount when you pick up your club wines, since you are picking up 2 you only need to pick 10 more wines to make it a case!

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Come by the shop, 133 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841
or give us a call at 803.279.9522