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| Lunch and Tasting with ... Richard Rowe , KWV Chief Winemaker at Spencer in Burlington |
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| Cathedral Cellar 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon ($15.95 - #328567) 14-16 months in 40% first fill barrels; 96% French / 4% American lots of dark and red fruit, smoky, cocoa powder, nice lingering spice delicious dark smoky finish (****+) |
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| Roodeberg 2011 Red ($12.95 - #007187) The blend: Cab Sauv (40%), Shiraz (30%), Merlot (20%), Petit Verdot (10%) 10% in barrel - the rest is done with oak staves Richard says the "Petit Verdot is the most interesting aspect, it holds the acid really well" Richard: "in the past we sat on this wine too long - we release them earlier for freshness and vibrancy" Aromas of red and blue fruit - Fruit driven palate: blueberry, blackberry, white pepper, nice acidity with smoky elements good finish with a touch of coffee (****) |
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| KWV (Contemporary Collection) 2013 Chenin Blanc ($9.45 - #18689) An amazing fresh and fruity wine with no oak maturation nose: lanolin, pineapple, tropical notes, peach pit and melon taste: follows from the nose pleasantly along with Bosc pear skin Great patio sipper and party pleaser (*** 1/2+) |
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| Cafe Culture 2012 Pinotage ($9.45 - #18689) if you like coffee and mocha this is your wine you'll also find hints of raspberry in the mix (*** 1/2+) |
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| As for the lunch, this was the best dish: can't remember what it was but it was delicious. |
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