Tuesday, September 18, 2007

September Monthly Tasting

The Wine List
Proudly presents the wines of
 
Columbia Valley, Washington State
With special guest:  Alvin Feldman, Vintner Select
 
Wednesday, September 26
 
7:00pm at The Wine List
 
Reservations Required
 
$18.00 person
 
Apex II Chardonnay  Columbia Valley 2005     $14.99
Ripe apple, vanilla spice, butterscotch and balanced oak
 
Helix Aspersa White  Columbia Valley 2006     $19.99
Pineapple, granny smith rind and lush mineral spice
 
Long Shadows ‘Poets Leap’ Riesling  Columbia Valley 2005 $22.99   
Complex, a hint of petrol, spring flowers, honey and green apple
 
Apex II Syrah  Columbia Valley 2002    $14.99
Blueberries, blackberries, pepper and earth notes, velvety and lush
 
Apex II Cabernet Sauvignon  Columbia Valley 2004    $14.99
Bold blackberry, blueberry and cherry in this supple yet rich blend
 
Helix Pomatia Blend  Columbia Valley 2003      $19.99
Black cherry, raspberry and lots of spices: mint, cedar and coffee
 
Helix Merlot  Columbia Valley 2004     $24.99
“Spiraling about a core of dried plum, dark cherry, and raspberry,
is a dust devil of sweet vanilla, dark chocolate, java and a dusting of Northwest cedar spice”
Wine Spectator, 90 points
 
Reininger Cabernet Sauvignon Walla Walla Valley ’02     $32.99
“Cassis, dark plum, and well done steak, this earthy cab
satisfies both the fruit lover and the carnivore”
Wine and Spirits Magazine, 91 points
Wine Advocate, 90 points
 

 
 
For more information on the above wines, please visit the following web site:
 
www.vintnerselect.com

Wednesday, September 5, 2007

Kinkead Ridge Wines are Here!

The Wine List

presents

Kinkead Ridge

Join us Friday, September 7th from 4:00pm – 7:30pm
or
Saturday, September 8th from 10:00am – 6:00pm

Be one of the first people to taste the newly released 2005 vintage of Cabernet and Cabernet Franc from one of Ohio’s finest wineries.


2005 Cabernet Franc
The 2004 won a DOUBLE GOLD Medal, November 2006 American Wine Society International Commercial Competition, Baltimore Maryland. The 2004 was rated 91 by Andrew Jones, International Wine Reviewer.
Hand-harvested on October 12th, this complex wine's fragrant aromas of black cherry and violet precede a rich finish with chocolate and raspberry overtones. Small-lot fermentations with hand punch-downs and classic small scale winemaking techniques were used to create this wine. Enjoy with beef, turkey, pork and salmon. Aged in premium French and American oak. $17.95.



2005 Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2004 won a Gold Medal at the Finger Lakes wine competition. Only 141 Gold Medals were awarded to 2126 entries. Only 15 Cabernet Sauvignon's won a Gold Medal. Kinkead Ridge won the only gold medal for a vinifera wine from Ohio.
Hand-harvested on October 26th, this dark ruby, well structured complex wine displays classic cabernet aromas of cassis, plum and black cherry. Aged in premium French and American oak. Small-lot fermentations with hand punch-downs and classic small scale winemaking techniques were used to create this wine. Enjoy with beef, lamb, or wild game. $17.95.

OTHER KINKEAD RIDGE WINES AVAILABLE AT The Wine List

2006 Revelation

Hand-harvested on September 22, this winegrowers' blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, and small quantities of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Melon, is crisp, refreshing and aromatic. The wine has aromas of melon, grapefruit and gooseberry with a mineral finish. This zesty wine stylistically reflects a French more than a California character. A classic accompaniment to shellfish, mildly acidic cheeses and full-flavored cuisine. Serve chilled. $12.95.

2006 Viognier/Roussanne

The Viognier was hand-harvested on October 6 and the Roussanne on October 9. This complex and enticing wine has the kiwi and guava aromas of Roussanne merging with the orange blossom and golden raisin aromas of Viognier. An excellent, dry wine with fish, shellfish and poultry, or serve as you would an aperitif. Serve chilled. $14.95.

Although Kinkead Ridge feels this is a gold medal, or double gold medal wine, it is selling so quickly, they will not be entering it into a competition.


2006 Riesling

Hand-harvested on September 27th, apple, rose petal and honeysuckle notes precede a flinty finish. This racy wine's floral front palate and sweetness balance its crisp acidity. The grapes were cold-fermented to preserve aromatic components. Serve chilled with cold meats, fresh salads, light cheeses, poultry, veal and Asian cuisine.
Residual sugar 1.2%. 100% Riesling. $11.95.

Thursday, August 23, 2007

Join Us August 29th

August 29th Tasting 7:00PM

Call now for Reservations 513.755.3300

$18.00 person

STOCK UP FOR FALL!!

Stacey Meyer of the Lion Group Presents:

Pampano Rueda White from Spain $9.99
Fresh, delicate, perfectly balanced. Juicy citrus and apple flavors are complemented by notes of spice and minerals.

Caldaro Sunflower Pinot Grigio from Italy $14.99
Intense flavors of white peaches, full bodied with good acidity and a long finish.

Chatter Creek Viognier from Washington State $16.99
From the ex-winemaker of Chateau St. Michelle comes Chatter Creek Wines. A small production vineyard of 3000 total cases for all varietals. New to our area.

Batasiolo Langhe Nebbiolo from Italy $18.99
This beautiful ruby red full bodied wine has harmonious flavors of cherries and plums with a long finish.

Mas des Frares Crianza Priorat from Spain $29.99
Full bodied with a beautiful cherry color. Intense black fruits intermingle with minerals and elegant ripe tannins.

Castoro Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon $13.99
This wine is packed with rich berry and full fruit capped with a toasty oak note.

Epiphany Cellars Starlane Syrah $32.99
Blueberry, blackberry, black pepper, smoke and vanilla on the nose are followed by dark fruit, vanilla, spice and chocolate on the palate. Full bodied with big tannins.

Michael David Petite Sirah / Petit Verdot $19.99
This is a first release wine new to Ohio. Big, bold, inky, spicy, black fruit. If you like petite sirah, this one will knock your socks off!!!

Saturday, July 7, 2007

Wine of the Month Club

The Wine List has a fantastic Wine of the Month Club. We always try to feature new and interesting wines to try. Our white Wine of the Month this month is actually a rose'. There is nothing like a lovely dry rose' in the summer. They're crisp, cool, refreshing and exceptionally food friendly. They have the added benefit of providing all of the health benefits of red wine, but without the heavy tannins. I chose the Margan Shiraz Saignee for club members to try this month. It is delightful. From the Hunter Valley in Austraia, this wine is 100% Shiraz. Give it a little chill and serve it with just about anything or nothing at all.

Our red wine of the Month is from Spain. The Bodegas Altun Albiker is a great summer red. Mostly Tempranillo (90%), this wine is bursting with cherry and raspberry fruit flavors. this is due to a process known as carbonic maceration. The winemaker allows the grapes to ferment in their skins. The process imparts a very bright character to the fruit.

For more information about our Wine of the Month Club, call 513.755.3300.

Tuesday, June 19, 2007

What's New at The Wine List!

"California Dreamin' tasting to be held at The Wine List on Wednesday, June 27 at 7:00. Kevin Neal of Solera Imports will be our guest speaker. We'll be tasting wines from Zaca Mesa, X Winery, Pezzi King and finishing with an incredibly delicious cabernet. You won't want to miss this one. Advance registration is required. Call The Wine List at 513.755.3300 for your reservation.

The Wine List is located at 7731 Tylers Place Blvd in West Chester, Ohio 45069. You can reach us by phone at 513.755.3300. We carry an outstanding selection of domestic and imported wines, beers and spirits. We carry gourmet foods, snacks and a wonderful selection of cheeses. The Wine List creates beautiful gift baskets for every occassion. Come by to see us!