WINE TASTING: Veneto
Sat. Oct. 3, 2-5pm CONCORD

Perfect for the transition to fall, the wines of the VENETO offer ripe, raisined fruit, roasted nuts and spices, and a smooth finish. Great with autumnal meals.

2004 TOMMASO BUSSOLA Valpolicella Ripasso $25
“Ripasso” refers to the addition of Amarone grape must to the fermented Valpolicella, which adds more body, complexity and flavor. Tommaso Bussola aged his 2004 Ripasso exclusively in Austrian oak.
Eric’s tasting notes: “Deep, dark baked flavors of spiced walnut and cherry-chocolate cake. Balanced in a BIG way.”
“2004 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso Ca’ del Laito reveals notable richness in its ripe jammy fruit, caramelized sugar, grilled herbs and toasted oak. The wine offers terrific depth on the palate in an engaging style.” -Wine Advocate

2006 OTTELLA Campo Sireso Rosso Veronese $25
Blend of 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Corvina Veronese. Selection of grapes hand-harvested exclusively from estate vineyards. Aged in barriques. Aromatic with plum, vanilla and spice, elegant, well-balanced with dark cherry and sweet tannins; smooth finish with a spicy note. Impressive!

2007 LE SALETTE Valpolicella Classico $14.99
“Pretty and delicate in its red fruit, sweet herbs, licorice and cracked black pepper. This soft, floral Valpolicella is best enjoyed on the young side.” – WA

2008 LE FRAGHE Bardolino $14.99
A blend of corvina & rondinella grapes, Le Fraghe Bardolino offers aromas of sweet-sour cherry and blueberry, and spicy nuances of cinnamon and black pepper. Soft tannins and beautiful balance complete the delicious package.

2008 OTTELLA Rosato “Roses Roses” $14.99
From the Montresor family at OTTELLA in Lugana – a lovely Rose, made from a blend of Corvina, Molinara, & Rondinella grapes, the same grapes found in Valpolicella. Delicate, yet flavorful with a very appealing freshness.

2008 ADAMI Prosecco Giardino “Tranquilo” (still) $17.99 -bubble-free Prosecco!
Top Prosecco estate ADAMI breaks new ground with a “still” version of their wine from their excellent Giardino
vineyard. Delicate aromas and flavors, fresh, with flavors of green apple. An ideal wine for lighter meals, fish and as an aperitif. Even without the sparkle, it shines!

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