California vs. Australia (Blind) Tasting 5/20/16

Everyone seems to enjoy these tastings where you can test yourself and find out where your preferences lie without letting labels sway your judgment.  There are a lot of similarities here so have fun and good luck.

California vs Australia (Blind) Wine Tasting Event

Tasting Dates:

Friday, May 20th, 2016 – 5pm to 7pm

Tasting Cost: $25

CALIFORNIA vs. AUSTRALIA (BLIND) WINE TASTING:

Here are the wines we have selected to share with you.

  • Henry’s Drive Cabernet Sauvignon, Australia - $21.99 (Glass Price: $10) Aromas of warm cassis and blackberry.  Flavors of dark cherries and blackberry compote.  A ripe, muscular core of black fruits.  90 pts Parker
  • Jim Barry Shiraz Lodge Hill, Australia - $21.99 (Glass Price: $10) Lovely blackberry and red cherry aromas followed by hints of black pepper, violets and herbs.  Nice savory character with bright fruits.
  • Henry’s Drive Cab/Shiraz, Australia - $32.99 (Glass Price: $15) Intense notes of blackberry jam and kirsch along with mocha and a touch of bay leaf.  Full bodied and plenty of ripe warm berry.  90 pts Parker
  • Eberle Syrah, Steinbeck, California - $24.99 (Glass Price: $11) Ripe flavors of plum, blackberry, mint and underbrush rush the palate.  Great complexity and balance.  Very bold and well rounded. 
  • Veedercrest Cabernet Sauvignon, California - $29.99 (Glass Price: $14) Deep layers of berry flavors with nuances of rose petal and herbs.  Big, round and smooth textures on the palate. Nice Cab!
  • The Pairing Red Blend, California - $24.99 (Glass Price: $11) Bold, savory flavors of dark cherry, smoke, game, licorice and spices coat the palate.  Rich, juicy and exuberant.  90 pts Parker

Special Event Bottle Pricing:

Save 10% off any 3 bottles from tonight’s tasting.
Save 15% off any 12 bottles from tonight’s tasting.

NOTE: If you purchase a case of wine (12 bottles) we will refund your $25.00 tasting fee on top of the 15% discount.

Meat/Cheese Pricing:

Small Plate $9.99
Large Plate $14.99

 

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