Arrival wine: Non Vintage (NV) Charles De Fere Reserve Blanc De Blancs Brut (Champagne) – Chardonnay grape
2008 Robert Talbott Chardonnay Kali-Hart Vineyard (Monterey) California – Chardonnay grape
“This Chardonnay is light straw in color with a youthful greenish hue and excellent clarity. The rich, inviting nose shows bright tropical fruit notes. This vibrant tropical fruit continues on the palate with flavors of pineapple and honeydew melon, complemented by refreshing acidity. A generous mid-palate gives way to a bright focused finish with citrus elements of lemon and tangerine and mineral notes. Kali Hart Chardonnay is intended to be enjoyed within two to four years.” talbottvineyards.com
2007 Cave de Lugny Chardonnay de Chardonnay (Maconnais) France – Chardonnay grape
“In the heart of the Maconnais lies the village of Chardonnay, birthplace of the Chardonnay grape. From this village we bring you a crisp, unoaked chardonnay, with a creamy texture and a refreshing finish. This delightful white pairs well with chicken fish or lighter vegetable stir-frys. It can also be enjoyed as a reviving summer sipper.” KLwines.com
2008 Domaine du Haut Perron Sauvignon Blanc (Loire Valley) France – Sauvignon Blanc grape“Ever since this wine came on our shelves, we’ve called it a baby Sancerre. Not far from the Sancerre appellation, this producer strives to make a wine as good as its next-door neighbor! Old vines of Sauvignon Blanc deliver a powerful white that’s tempered after a few months on its lees. Beautiful passion fruit flavors with a crisp but round finish. It’s as delicious as it sounds!” Andover Liquors
2008 Little Yering Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley and Adelaide Hills) Australia – Pinot Noir grape
“When I tried this in Yarra Valley, I fell in love with its translucent ruby color, its silky texture, and its strawberry and cherry flavors mixed with savory, earthy notes. This is a great entry-level Pinot Noir that will confound those of you who associate Australian wines with big, sweet, and oaky.” Andrew Mitchell, Andover Liquors
2006 Michael Pozzan Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Anabella (Napa Valley) – Cabernet Sauvignon grape
“This Cabernet is the perfect everyday wine. It has lovely black currant, blackberry and black cherry notes. The fruitiness is complimented by rich earthiness, sweet oak and a hint of anise. The tannins provide an excellent backbone for this wine. Open one hour before you intend to serve it. It should drink well through 2013.” michaelpozzanwinery.com