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Cava Mas Fi Brut Serves Up Winners At Finding Vino Toastmasters

Blog, Sparkling Wine, White Wine, Wine July 21, 2016 Leave a comment

Name: Cava Mas Fi Brut

Region: Vilafranca del Penedes Estate, Catalan country of El Penedes; municipality of Torrelles de foix40 km south of Barcelona, Spain

Grapes: Macabeo 35%, Xarel.lo 40%, Parellada 25%

Colour – straw yellow color with green tones

Appearance – bright; elegant & balanced Spanish sparkling with fine bubbles,

Aroma – soft aging aroma with signs of flower, ripe fruit & citric; white flower & citrus scents dominate the nose

Body– shows good weight & mouth feel

Taste – palate offers fresh stone fruits & pleasant creamy flavors

Attack – a complex, structured palate

Mid-Palate – extremely vivacious in mouth compensated with a pleasant elegance & equilibrium; with papaya, thyme & baked apple flavors

Finnish – medium long & smooth on the finish

Food Pairing — Pairs with salads containing fruits (especially apples, grapes, and pears) or nuts, pasta and rice dishes, fish, spicy foods, poultry and white meats. Also pairs well with lamb, stews, and carpaccio. This wine also goes with desserts or enjoyed as an aperitif.

Aveleda Vinho Verda Perfect Summer Wine Showcased At Finding Vino

White Wine, Wine July 4, 2016 Leave a comment

Name of Winery – Quinta da Aveleda

Aveleda is a name which spans several generations. The first records of the sale of bottled wine date back to 1870, with Manuel Pedro Guedes (1837-1899), known for his strong enterprising spirit and believed to be the founder of the business as we know it today.

Name of Wine – Aveleda Vinho Verde

This wine remains a benchmark for the Vinho Verde region, even though the producers have now recast it as a Minho wine. It is steely, tight and crisp, with a touch of creaminess that gives it a more rounded aftertaste. Drink now through 2015

Region produced in – Portugal

Types of grapes in wine – Vinho Verde

Characteristics of wine – Aveleda’s estate wine continues to evolve, this vintage combining the granitic power of alvarinho (20 percent of the blend) with the lemon-lime freshness of loureiro (80 percent, leaving trajadura aside). A textbook Vinho Verde with plenty of acidity tied to its grapefruit flavors, this will brighten any summer party, especially if there’s grilled fish on the menu.

Look – Pale yellow

Smell – Crisp, dry and light with bit of a richer body than most inexpensive Vinho Verde and a hint of effervescence

Taste – Fizzy, citrus-drenched, delicious goods that exudes hints of grapefruit, lime, and white flowers.

Finish – Hints of white pulp fruits, such as apples and pears, come together harmoniously in the mouth, with a persistent fresh feel.

Food Pairing – Incredibly refreshing, crisp acidity, juicy lime, lemon zest, completely dry with bit of a richer body than most inexpensive Vinho Verde and a hint of effervescence making it perfect for porch sipping or accompanied by fresh seafood.

Here’s the perfect sunny day party wine at a price point you just can’t beat. It’s zippy, crisp, dry and light with a slight fizz that exudes hints of grapefruit, lime, and white flowers. Plus The low alcohol makes this a great candidate to keep the party going all night long!

The Perfect Pair — Anselmo Mendes With Western Family Choice Cooked Shrimps

White Wine, Wine May 10, 2016 Leave a comment

Name of Winery – Anselmo Mendes

Name of Wine – Quinta da Aveleda

Region produced in – Vinho Verde, Portugal

Types of grapes in wine – Blended with 60% Loureiro, 30% Trajadura and 10% Alvarinho.

Characteristics of wine – Fresh tropical fruit flavours and no oak make this wine a real nice summer afternoon drink.

. The presence of citric and white flower aromas is quite evident

Certified: Award Winner 2014

Look – Pale lemon yellow with green highlights;

Smell –aromas of green apple, grapefruit, and perfume; dry, fresh and lively, with a slight spritz,

Taste – light, crisp and aromatic -sometimes sweet

Food Pairing – The Portuguese wine goes really well with fish and sea food. I chose the Western Family choice cooked shrimps and for contrast some candied smoked Salmon.

Fun Wine Diabolica White Wine Sets A Festive Mood At Finding Vino

White Wine, Wine April 11, 2016 Leave a comment

Name of Winery – Diabolica Wines Vancouver

Name of Wine – Diabolica White Wine

Region produced in – Okanagan Valley in BC, Canada

Types of grapes in wine – Unique blend of several white wines including: Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay and Viognier

Characteristics of wine – The Unique blend of several white wines including: Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay and Viognier brings a tropical fruit flavor (pineapple, mango balanced with green apple, orange blossom honey with a citrus and light spicy finish, all of which encourage another long sip.

Look – Light to pale golden

Smell – The aromatics on this wine are a result of the expressive Viognier and Muscat that first greet you and lure you in.

Taste – Citrusy elements with a nice mouthfeel come from the Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris.

Finish – The wine exudes with tropical fruit like pineapple and mango. Musky peach, green apple, and orange blossom honey round out the flavour spectrum with a crispness that makes you want to lick your lips. Yes, it is tempting.

Food Pairing – Pairing is best with sea foods or a spicy dish. As the name suggests, it’s a great fun time (party) wine rather than a serious wine, this wine is all about a having a good time.

The food pairing of choice was spicy vegetarian samosas. The spice and the warmth of the samosas provided a nice contrast with the chilled, sweet wine. The comparison was delightful. As beef doesn’t pair particularly well with white wine we chose vegetarian. The vegetables and rustic potatoes went really well with the various fruit flavors in the wine.

Painter Bridge Chardonnay A Surprising Wine At Finding Vino

Blog, White Wine, Wine March 11, 2016 Leave a comment

Name of Winery – J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines

Name of Wine – Painter Bridge Chardonnay

Region produced in – Arroyo Seco and Monterey County – The Chardonnay for 2014 Painter Bridge was grown in the Central Coast of California from the appellations of Arroyo Seco in Monterey and San Benito. Both areas are cool and windy, producing flavorful and richly-textured wines.

Types of grapes in wine – 92% Chardonnay, 8% Viognier

Characteristics of wine – The Chardonnay was fermented in older French oak barrels to enhance the palate richness while retaining the natural fruit flavours. To enhance the floral and citrus fruitiness of Painter Bridge Chardonnay, a touch of Viognier from Monterey County was added to the blend.

Look – Pale yellow

Smell – Floral with hint of natural fruit flavours

Taste – Citrus fruitiness

Finish – Delightfully full-flavored with pretty, forward fruit aromas creating a pleasant, quaffable Chardonnay.

Food Pairing – Due to the wide range of styles, Chardonnay has the potential to be paired with a diverse spectrum of food types. Enjoy as an aperitif with toasted baguette slices with brie cheese, or with roasted chicken or trout almondine.