We want to say thanks to our customers who made this year’s Grand Holiday
Tasting a big success. The event was moved back to the main event space at the
National Bohemian Hall at 321 East
73rd Street and there was a large and enthusiastic
crowd on hand to sample from over sixty white, red, sparkling, dessert wines
and more.
A small portion of the wines that really stood out for me would include
Domaine Pierre Savoye Morgon Vieilles Vignes Cote du Py 2011, a medium-bodied
Cru Beaujolais that sports an enticing nose with gamey spice and mushroom
aromas. The palate is dry and balanced with rich, dark fruit flavors. This wine
would make a perfect accompaniment for any Thanksgiving meal ($16.99).
The Tormaresca Aglianico Bocca di Lupo 2007 is a knockout and perfect for
someone who yens for a full-bodied wine that has some age and is ready to go. The
dark fruit flavors, well-integrated oak, acidity, and supple tannins are all in
perfect balance. The Feudi di San Gregorio Greco di Tufo 2012 is a charmer that
won’t break the bank, with soft white fruits on the palate and balanced acidity
to keep you coming back for another sip ($15.99).
A wine that would go beautifully towards the end of the Thanksgiving meal
(or any meal) or as an aperitif is the Domaine d’Orfeuilles Vouvray Reserve
d’Automne 2002. A dessert wine made of 100% Chenin Blanc, this wine is mature
with beautiful flavors reminiscent of roasted almonds and honey along with a
magnificent texture ($26.99). The Domaine Grosbois Chinon “Gabare” 2011 is
robust and ready to go, a silky expression of Cabernet Franc that will satisfy
those in search of a full-bodied wine with earthy dark fruit flavors and tons
of finesse ($29.99).
Pinot Noir is a staple of the Thanksgiving dinner table, as are American
Wines. You can’t go wrong on either count with the Soter Vineyards Pinot Noir
North Valley 2012, a gorgeous wine that has precise but exuberant berry fruit
along with spices framed by a solid structure of tannin and acidity that will
work with a large spread ($31.99).
Sale
prices for those that attended the event will be honored until Tuesday,
November 18th. Have a Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at Garnet!
–Christian
Botta
Photos: Jason Johnson
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