Carmenet Chardonnay 2001
September 29, 2008 | 1 Comment
Wine Makers Notes: Carmenet pulled off a nice, inexpensive wine here. Full aromas of grapefruit and gooseberries are followed by pure fruit flavors unburdened by layers of oak. Nice acidity ties it all together.
SETTLERS’ SPICED WINE Jamestown Cellars NV
September 29, 2008 | 3 Comments
Cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg, and other spices were added to this Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon blend. Designed as a mulled wine, it is meant to be served warm during winter by the fireplace, or after a cold day outdoors.
When served chilled in the summer months, it makes an agreeable substitute for Sangria.
The art of adding spices, or “mulling” wine is a centuries-old tradition. In the cold winters of northern Europe, wine would often be served warm during the holiday season. The English brought this custom to Virginia in the 16th century.
Hinnant Family Vineyards Muscadine Blush NV
September 29, 2008 | 1 Comment
Wine Makers Notes: Our Award Winning “Best of Show”. Rich berry flavors, and smooth from start to finish, this blush wine is made from two varieties of muscadine grapes to make a wonderful treat. Pair with barbeque and spicy foods.
Duplin Winery Brice’s Creek NV
September 27, 2008 | 1 Comment
Wine Makers Notes: Created from a blend of the cold weather Niagara and our North Carolina native Scuppernongs, Brice’s Creek, a very smooth, sweet white wine, is the perfect ’stand alone’ wine. It pairs well with a variety of foods, and is perfect by itself.
Enjoy a glass or two on your deck, at the beach, or in your kitchen.
