For this month's tasting -- Saturday, July 29 -- Wine Club members are encouraged to bring a friend or family member to join them for free!
We'll be experiencing four Northern California wines hand-selected by our in-house Sommelier Matthew McGuigan.
Not a member? You are invited to join us as well ($12 per tasting for non-members); come enjoy some wine and learn about the perks of joining the Wine Club!
Baker Family Vermentino Fiddletown Amador County CA 2016
Washington Nationals' Manager Dusty Baker has teamed up with Master Winemaker Chik Brenneman to share their combined passion for excellence in creating a line of hand crafted, limited production wines. They bring us a bright and crisp Vermentino that expresses tropical fruit, honeydew melon and hints of coconut. Fermented and aged in stainless steel this medium-bodied wine is multi-dimensional on the pallet with a crispy zesty finish. Serve with shellfish, seafood or an herb based chicken.
Glass: $10 | Bottle: $39
Compass Merlot North Coast CA 2014
Twice as large as Napa, Sonoma County only makes about half as much wine. Because of its size, however, Sonoma is able to achieve more diversity. The atmosphere of Sonoma is laid-back and down-to-earth, but the wines are serious and well-made, ranging in style from subtle and elegant to rich and powerful. Warm sunny days provide optimum ripening, while fog from the Pacific Ocean cooled the night air to maintain bright acidity. The result is a balanced Merlot full of flavor.
Glass: $8 | Bottle: $30
Il Cuore Zinfandel Mendocino CA 2013
Smell the mild aromas of ripe dark cherries, notes of wood and black pepper. This medium-bodied wine is supple on the palate with pleasing flavors of ripe berries, plums and nuances of black pepper.
A classically styled yet elegant wine that is sure to enhance a diverse range of cuisine such as braised lamb shanks and roasted herbed chicken or hearty pasta dishes. Pairs deliciously with your favorite comport food like burgers and pizza. 87% Zinfandel and 13% Petite Syrah.
Glass: $9 | Bottle: $33
Yorkville Cellars Hi Roller Red Mendocino CA 2015
Fortunately, you don't need to be a High Roller to drink this wine often. An easy drinking wine that's as comfortable with a mid-week pizza as an elegant Sunday roast. On the palate it is a lively wine with rich flavors of cherries, boysenberries and warm spices, backed with bright acidity and a satisfying finish. The blend includes Malbec and Merlot plus Syrah and Sangiovese.
Glass: $9 | Bottle: $33
And don't forget our other wine flights on now at the bar:
Italian Rose'
Summer in the South of France
Sommelier Select
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