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I thought today's entry would not only be a very nice Sauvignon Blanc but I would also recommend a few books to read on wine. Not just technical blah blah blah, but fun reads, books that you actually enjoy reading. So here are my picks worth reading:
Judgement of Paris (This was made into a movie "Bottle Shock") and a certain friend of mine and restaurant owner in the NW Suburbs was actually at this tasting and is mentioned in the book. Now, do I have cool friends or what?
Merlot Murders
House of Mondavi
Wine and War (My favorite)
Billionaire's Vinegar
This should keep you busy for a while...have fun!
Now for the wine! Today's pick is a Sauvignon Blanc from Argentina from Dona Paula, at $7.99 a bottle at your neighborhood Binny's is a steal. Fill up your trunk with as much as it will hold and head on home! This fresh, attractive and vigorous Sauvignon Blanc shows intense aromas of grapefruit, lime and passion fruit, that are well integrated with soft herbal notes. On the palate is a wine of great freshness and and an intense, long finish. Now for a little history.
Doña Paula was founded in 1997 by the respected South American entrepreneur, Ricardo Claro. The backing of this important enterprise allows Donã Paula to establish itself as a well financed, innovative winery seeking to produce world class wines. Most of the vineyards that were purchased by Mr. Claro are planted with 30 year old, low yielding, top quality vines. The style, quality and value are directly focused on export markets. Great quality is offered at very reasonable prices.
Winemaking is handled by the experienced Stefano Gandolini and Matias Michelini.
Doña Paula enjoys new, state-of-the-art technology, with over 1 million liters of capacity in 100% stainless steel tanks, and French and American oak barrels.
Doña Paula owns 1878 acres of vineyards in the Lujan de Cuyo and Tupungato regions of Mendoza. The Lujan de Cuyo vineyards are adjacent to the Andes Mountains and are thought by some to be among the most beautiful in the world. Tupungato is among the highest altitude terroirs of the most renowned of all wine growing regions of Argentina. These districts of Mendoza are producing intense yet elegant aromas and flavors. Vineyard management at Doña Paula emphasizes maximizing the best varietal characteristics, with extensive care taken to achieve perfect ripeness while maintaining balance and freshness. Grapes are all hand picked and are farmed using sustainable practices.
The bottom line is this, you will not be disappointed in this wine or any wine they produce!
Cheers!
J
I thought today's entry would not only be a very nice Sauvignon Blanc but I would also recommend a few books to read on wine. Not just technical blah blah blah, but fun reads, books that you actually enjoy reading. So here are my picks worth reading:
Judgement of Paris (This was made into a movie "Bottle Shock") and a certain friend of mine and restaurant owner in the NW Suburbs was actually at this tasting and is mentioned in the book. Now, do I have cool friends or what?
Merlot Murders
House of Mondavi
Wine and War (My favorite)
Billionaire's Vinegar
This should keep you busy for a while...have fun!
Now for the wine! Today's pick is a Sauvignon Blanc from Argentina from Dona Paula, at $7.99 a bottle at your neighborhood Binny's is a steal. Fill up your trunk with as much as it will hold and head on home! This fresh, attractive and vigorous Sauvignon Blanc shows intense aromas of grapefruit, lime and passion fruit, that are well integrated with soft herbal notes. On the palate is a wine of great freshness and and an intense, long finish. Now for a little history.
Doña Paula was founded in 1997 by the respected South American entrepreneur, Ricardo Claro. The backing of this important enterprise allows Donã Paula to establish itself as a well financed, innovative winery seeking to produce world class wines. Most of the vineyards that were purchased by Mr. Claro are planted with 30 year old, low yielding, top quality vines. The style, quality and value are directly focused on export markets. Great quality is offered at very reasonable prices.
Winemaking is handled by the experienced Stefano Gandolini and Matias Michelini.
Doña Paula enjoys new, state-of-the-art technology, with over 1 million liters of capacity in 100% stainless steel tanks, and French and American oak barrels.
Doña Paula owns 1878 acres of vineyards in the Lujan de Cuyo and Tupungato regions of Mendoza. The Lujan de Cuyo vineyards are adjacent to the Andes Mountains and are thought by some to be among the most beautiful in the world. Tupungato is among the highest altitude terroirs of the most renowned of all wine growing regions of Argentina. These districts of Mendoza are producing intense yet elegant aromas and flavors. Vineyard management at Doña Paula emphasizes maximizing the best varietal characteristics, with extensive care taken to achieve perfect ripeness while maintaining balance and freshness. Grapes are all hand picked and are farmed using sustainable practices.
The bottom line is this, you will not be disappointed in this wine or any wine they produce!
Cheers!
J
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