Author Archives: Gary
Spirit Of The Week- City Of London Gin
Using the original recipe of nine different botanicals, this refreshing gin is traditional and classic. London dry gin dates back to the late 19th century when gin was well respected and dynamic. Taste some history and mix this with some great tonic or a few cubes and an olive…..this will put hair on your Chinny … Continue reading
Wine Of The Week – 2008 Val Sotillo
Spanish value is always the way to go in the current wine world and the area called Ribera del Duero is making some of the tastiest red out there. This Crianza (Spanish wine aged 1 year in oak barrels) red has some cherry hints over the nose with a little toasty dark fruit to follow. … Continue reading
Wine Of The Week – Contratto Sparkling Wine
140 years of making Italian sparkling wine has put Contratto on the top of the list for bubbly. Rich toasty flavors run through the body of this special occasion wine. Some fresh smoked salmon and caviar would match up well to the light acidity of this impressive vintage classico. Price: $32.00
Tasting to Benefit Vera House White Ribbon Campaign
Please join us for another fun tasting at Vinomania! As always, the tasting is completely free but a portion from every bottle sold will go directly to Vera House’s White Ribbon campaign. If you don’t already have your white ribbon they will be available for purchase at the store.
Spirit Of The Week – Casoni 1814
This bittersweet aperitivo is made using seeds, fruits and herbs and has a cherry/orange taste to it. Just before a dinner fill a large glass with ice and put about two ounces in it and top with soda and a orange wedge – a refreshing and not to strong way to start the night. Beautiful … Continue reading
Wine Of The Week – Les Grande Vignes White Cotes du Rhone
Time to take a chance and discover a new region and taste. In the Rhone region of France, red is the predominant grape but their white production of Grenache Blanc makes a rich full bodied wine great for fowl with interesting flavors. This unfiltered white does not have high acidity but shows more of a … Continue reading
Spirit Of The Week – Corsair Vanilla Bean Vodka
Corsair is making some of the funkiest products on today’s market. Whole bourbon vanilla beans gives this the richest flavor and most savory finish that I have ever tasted…..straight or with a splash of cola and lime this vodka shines through. Price: $33.00
Wine Of The Week – Tierra Prometida Malbec
This reserva Malbec from the Mendoza region of Argentina receives only nine inches of rain per year, and yet that helps produce a juicy rich, blood red wine for steaks or venison. The wine has the ability to be full bodied and smooth at the same time. If you’re looking for a wine to put … Continue reading
Wine Of The Week – 2010 Buehler Zinfandel
The cold weather seems to be hanging on, so let’s counter it with some heat in a bottle…. The 14.9% Zinfandel from Buehler Vineyards is the perfect solution. Big strong berry notes over the nose followed by a rich bold taste in the mouth feel. Classic Zinfandel from Napa Valley made by a delicate hand … Continue reading
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