December Staff Picks Wine Tasting

When:
December 6, 2014 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
2014-12-06T14:00:00-05:00
2014-12-06T18:00:00-05:00
Where:
Mills Fine Wine & Spirits
87 Main Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
USA

TASTING SATURDAY (This is a complimentary tasting event, no reservations required)

Marchesi di Barolo 2012 Gavi, Piedmont, Italy                                                                        (Tim)

If you like Pinot Grigio, consider trying this alternative in a delicious crisp, dry white wine made from the Cortese grape in the sub-region of Gavi in Piedmont. Grapefruit and green apple notes grace this wine which would be a delicious pairing with salads, seafood, or vegetable soup.

Regular Price: $19.99

Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99

 

Hindsight 2011 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley, CA                  (Jen and Jerry)

The clamoring continues for cool climate Russian River Valley Chardonnays, and this one delivers in both flavor and price! Enjoy aromas and flavors of citrus, peach, and pear. This is layered and rich with a long satisfying finish. Pair with pork chops, Waldorf salad, or chicken and dumplings!

Reg. Price: $24.99

Mills Club Price:  $22.49

Case Price:  $19.99

 

Christian Lauverjat 2011 Sancerre Rouge, Loire Valley, France                                     (Pat)

You’ve probably enjoyed white Sancerre from the Loire Valley, but have you tasted a Red Sancerre? This is 100% Pinot Noir from a cooler climate than Burgundy. This climate produces an even lighter bodied Pinot Noir, with extraordinary elegance and finesse and purity of fruit. Pair this with grilled or baked salmon, white meat dishes, or a baked brie.

Reg. Price:  $24.99

Mills Club Price:  $22.49

Case Price:  $19.99

 

Chateau des Landes 2010, Lussac St-Emilion, France                                                       (Mike)

80% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc is the grape composition of this glorious and luscious red blend. This is the perfect gift for the Bordeaux lover. From the winemaker, “A solid balance of oak and dusty tannins combine with notes of lavender, minerals, plum and wood in this rich, full wine with a strong cherry finish.” Pair with filet mignon, roast duck, or lasagna Bolognese.

Regular Price: $32.99

Mills Club Price: $29.69
Case Price: $26.39

 

Lapostolle 2011 “Cuvee Alexandre” Cabernet Sauvignon, Colchagua Valley, Chile (Jen & Jerry)

This is a big bold wintertime wine which will pair really well with steaks, chorizo, beef stew or aged cheeses. Rated 90pts by Wine Enthusiast, “Aromas of blackberry and cassis are spicy and a touch herbal. Finish is dense, fruity, earthy and generous.”

Regular Price: $24.99

Mills Club Price: $22.49
Case Price: $19.99

 

Melville 2012 Syrah “Verna’s Estate”, Santa Barbara County, California                  (Ryan)

A beautiful, rich single vineyard Syrah rated 94pts by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, which called it a “no brainer purchase not to be missed”…enjoy blackberry, cassis, tobacco leaf, beef blood and hints of iron with a full-bodied, seamless and layered profile. Enjoy with roasted meat dishes, mushrooms, duck, or aged cheeses.

Regular Price: $31.99

Mills Club Price: $28.79
Case Price: $25.59

 

 

TASTING SUNDAY

Riondo “Pink” Sparkling Wine, Veneto, Italy                                                                        (Mike)

I love to recommend this delicious sparkling with fine bubbles that is filled with cherry and fresh strawberry flavors. This is a great brunch option or wedding or baby shower wine, or pair it with a meatless pasta dish!

Regular Price: $13.99

Mills Club Price: $12.59
Case Price: $11.19

 

Weingut Wimmer 2013 Gruner Veltliner, Austria                                                       (Ryan)

Sauvignon Blanc lovers will reap rewards from this superb value wine. Crisp lime, spicy white pepper followed by plenty of minerality. This was rated 90pts from Wine Enthusiast Magazine and received a “Best Buy” nod. Drink with Thai food or seafood dishes.

Reg. Price:  $11.99

Mills Club Price:  $10.79

Case Price: $9.59

 

Albert Mann 2012 Cuvee Albert Riesling, Alsace, France                                    (Ingrid)

Albert Mann is a benchmark, biodynamic wine producer in Alsace, imported by Weygandt Wines. This Riesling features melon, peach and orange flavors in a dry, zippy, and energetic package. Cultivated in marly-limestone soil, this wine displays lovely minerality and acidity. Only 150 cases were imported to the US! Try with shellfish, seafood, or turkey.

Regular Price: $32.99

Mills Club Price: $29.69
Case Price: $26.39

 

Sin Zin 2012 Zinfandel, Alexander Valley, California                                                      (Jeremy)

This is a full bodied, spicy red with an excellent balance of ripeness and acidity, rated 90pts by Beverage Tasting Institute. Pair with roasted or grilled meats or a hearty chili.

Regular Price: $19.99

Mills Club Price: $17.99
Case Price: $15.99

 

Paco y Lola 2011 Garnacha/Tempranillo Blend, Spain                                                      (Tim)

A medium bodied, fruit forward and juicy red blend from Spain-the Tempranillo provides the backbone and the Garnacha provides the juicy fruit. Paco y Lola produces cuvee style wines, blends with grapes fathered from numerous vineyards – all estate grown grapes. They also employ sustainable winemaking practices. Enjoy with roasted chicken or Spanish Tapas!

Regular Price: $21.99

Mills Club Price: $19.79
Case Price: $17.59

 

Taylor Fladgate 10 Year Old Tawny Port, Portugal                                                                        (Pat)

An exceptional value here in the Port category, this tawny blend was aged for 10 years in oak casks. Rated 93pts by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, “It is in my opinion that Taylor’s tawny ports are the best of their type. When tasted against other Tawnys, they all exhibit more aromatic personalities, greater fruit and ripeness, and a wonderful sweetness and length.” This is the perfect dessert course wine-enjoy with desserts based in chocolate, almonds, or coffee, and will chase away the chill on a cold winter’s night.

Reg. Price:  $34.99

Mills Club Price:  $31.49

Case Price:  $27.99

 


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