Melrose, Pinot Prosecco, Rosé, Italy, NV

Best of both worlds. Bubbles and a Rosé. Made from a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc and Prosecco grapes. Beautiful color and well structured. Copious amount of fruits including strawberries and other red fruits. Crisp and so refreshing. This one is to be had from start to finish and in numerous bottles.

Hugel, Gewurztraminer, Alsace, France, 2006

Light gold hue. Lovely scents of lychee, mango and yellow flowers. Balanced flavors of white fruit and brown spice are as "dry" as Gewurz can be in keeping with Hugel's always-classic styling. Varietal oiliness emerges in the big close. Great with white meat and sweet sides

Casa Castillo, Monastrell, Jumilla, Spain 2008

Deep ruby. An exotic, highly perfumed bouquet displays dark berries, cola, lavender and a hint of smokiness. Chewy blackberry and bitter cherry flavors show good depth and intensity, with sweet red fruit on the back end. A floral note echoes on the juicy, lively finish. Lots going on here for the money. A gorgeous wine for dark meat and sausage stuffing with herbs.

Laetitia, Pinot Noir, Arroyo Grande Valley, CA, 2009

This is a medium bodied Pinot Noir with rich aromas of plum and spice mixed with hints of clove and cedar to accent the nose. The black cherry notes on the palate are framed by velvety tannins that give the wine a nice depth. The finish is long and smooth with a richness that leaves you wanting more. A perfect wine for Thanksgiving. This has nice fruitiness for white meat, but with enough texture and weight for the dark meat.

Marietta, Zinfandel, Sonoma County, CA, 2009

The 2009 Zinfandel is high-lighted by bright and rich red berry fruit aromatics and flavors.  The nose is full of raspberries, blackberries, black pepper, and brown spices with really high toned and immediate aromas jumping from the glass. The mouth feel is lush and viscous with ample acidity and tannin pulling through on the finish. Try this with pies and desserts.

HdV, Belle Cousine, Hyde Vineyards, Napa Valley, 2006

A complex nose of dark fruit, fresh spices blackcurrant and blackberry intertwined with Hyde Vineyard's mineral expression of graphite and fresh ground pepper. The wine's definition comes from its powerful, elegant tannins evolving toward a balanced and lasting finish. A wine will provide immediate enjoyment and also age harmoniously for years to come.