Wine Talk — Fondue

 WINES OF THE WEEK FONDUE FEBRUARY! Ercole Monferrato Bianco 2018Grapes: 80% Cortese, 15% Chardonnay & 5% Sauvignon BlancAt their best, wines made from the native grape variety, Cortese boast a serious yet pleasing weight, pronounced minerality, and beautiful acidity. In fact, the Cortese-based wines of nearby Gavi are among the most treasured whites of Northern Italy. We have discovered that adding a touch of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc further sharpens and thereby elevates this wine.$13.99Tenuta La Pergola Monferrato Rosso 2017It's been a long day, and you want nothing more than a glass or two of tasty red to wash...

WINES OF THE WEEK 2/10-2/17! FONDUE FEBRUARY! P.J. Valchenberg Gewürztraminer 2017Exotic spice, yellow peach, and apricot perfume this fresh, boldly fruity sip. It's off-dry and slightly sugary on the finish. An accessible, easy-drinking wine to enjoy young.$13.99Maison Philippe Viallet- Vin de Savoie RougeGrapes: 50% Mondeuse, 50% GamayA complex light to medium-bodied red with savory notes of blackcurrants, dried herbs & spice and a touch of peppermint.  Round and smooth on the palate We really love this easy-drinking country wine that is perfect on its own or paired with lighter chicken dishes. Highly Recommended.$16.99Elvio Tintero- Langhe Arneis 2018Arneis was planted in...

WINES OF THE WEEK FONDUE FEBRUARY! Maison L'Envoyé Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2012 90 Points Wine.comThe 2012 Bourgogne Rouge is sourced from three growers situated around Beaune and the Hautes Cote plus a component of 1er Cru Savigny 'Les Marconnets'. Raspberry aromas hints of clove and classic floral perfumes lead, followed by crunchy red fruits, silky grape tannins, and a nervy, acid backbone. Begs for charcuterie.$13.99Weingut Stefan Meyer Silvaner 2015This easygoing Silvaner from Stefan Meyer may soon become a new house favorite. This wine has notes of peach, sweet clementine and summer melon on the nose. The palate is light and...

WINES OF THE WEEKFONDUE FEBRUARY WINESDomaine de Grisy Bourgogne Blanc 2016100% Chardonnay from Burgundy, all stainless-steel fermentation. Bright aromas of pear and apple that translate to a light, refreshing palate. Great minerality, beautiful wine.$16.99Les Hauts de Valcombe Ventoux Rouge 2015 This is delicious! A classic combo of Grenache and Syrah, while still retaining the ripeness of fruit and secondary flavors and aromas that make this wine so distinctive. A true bargain. This is about the best you can do for under $20$13.99False Bay Chenin Blanc 2017Wild yeast fermentation is key to this benchmark Chenin Blanc. The long wild yeast ferment...