Episode 192 – ‘Twas the Friday Before Christmas
Episode 192 – ‘Twas the Friday Before Christmas
T’was the Friday before Christmas and all through the house,
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The glasses were polished and ready to shine,
For a gathering of loved ones and glasses of wine.
The decanter was lustrous, the corkscrew at hand,
Anticipation was building, a magical plan.
With laughter and stories, the night would unfold,
In the warmth and camaraderie, a tale to be told.
Shelley and Phil raised their glass, gave a toast with delight,
And away went the corks, popping open the night.
But we heard them declare, as they closed this rhyme,
#HappyFriday to all! #ItsWineTime! #Cheersing #EnoughSkullduggery #BoxingDay101
Wines featured this episode:
- 2021 Maison Champy Cuvée Edmé Bourgogne ($39 at Bottle Joy)????
- Isenhower No 22 Holiday Red (($25 at Bottle Joy)????
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The CDA Gourmet Wine Word of the Week – Vegetal
Some wines contain elements in their smell and taste which are reminiscent of plants and vegetables. In Cabernet Sauvignon a small amount of this vegetal quality is said to be part of varietal character. But when the vegetal element takes over, or when it shows up in wines in which it does not belong, those wines are considered flawed. Wine scientists have been able to identify the chemical constituent that makes wines smell like asparagus and bell peppers.
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Mentions: Liz Keyser, Rocky Pond Winery, Bottle Joy, Matt & Brenda Sparkman, John Bookwalter, Edward Holmes.
Wines we enjoyed this week: Les Combelles Côtes-du-Rhône, Latitude 38 Chardonnay, Roblar Chardonnay, Ely Chardonnay, Brook & Bull Malbec. And…
…our top three: Veer Carménère, J. Bookwalter Protagonist, Tolaini Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
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