This Weekend in Wine

Notes From the Cellar….. With what seems like winter's final gasp, we have the early signs of spring- the rosés starting to pop out! Join us this weekend from 3-6 as we sample a delicious but often under-appreciated white Côtes du Rhone as well as a perfumed Chianti Classico from a wonderful little Organic producer on the slopes of Lamole. '14 Cotes du Rhone Blanc, Les Silenes, Le Plan des Moines, France- This is a three person winemaking project where the vinification is led by Claude Serra, professor of oenology at Montpelier. All wines are from single source, long term leased vineyards. The aim is for elegant, balanced wines with minimal intervention. The cépage is 90% Marsanne and 10% Clairette and the wine sees eight months in concrete tank. The fruit is bright and focused; the wine has good weight and concentration of flavor while still maintaining freshness and clarity of flavor. Pairs well with Asian food, fish stews or roasted chicken. $13.99 '13 Lamole Chianti Classico 2013, I Fabbri, Italy- The vineyards in Lamole are some of the highest in elevation in the Classico zone. All wines and olive oil from I Fabbri are certified organic. The wine is from a vineyard that slopes above 600 meters, is made from 100% Sangiovese, and is aged in steel tank. This is a very traditional Chianti, with a structure that is more acid based than tannin, creating a wine of great versatility, pairing well with a broad range of dishes. Aromas and flavors of cherry and soft red fruits are framed by firm acidity; the wine is remarkably delicate and finely grained. Pairs with lean meat like tenderloin beef or pork as well as pasta dishes and ragu sauces. $19.99 Featured Spirit: Koval Organic Dry Gin, Chicago, IL- Something new to the shop that we have available to sample. All organically grown, local grains mashed and distilled in-house using only the 'heart' of the distillate. Juniper and wildflowers on the nose, while the taste is dry, clean and nuanced by golden citrus and white pepper with a round, floral body. On the beer front we have Wormtown Pale Ale & Pilsner, Victory Dirt Wolf Double IPA, Houblon Chouffe and a few Mayflower Alden Double IPAs left. As always take 10% of any 3 wines from our tasting table. Winter Hours: Now open Sundays 12:00- 5:00! Tuesday-Saturday 10:30-7:00

Cheers!