Enoteca News: Special Thursday Desert Wind Wine Tasting, Syrah/Shiraz This Weekend, Sierra Nevada Beer, Long Shadows Wine
What’s Fresh At Enoteca?
- Special Thursday Tasting Event:
Desert Wind Winery with Carlos Trevino - Syrah/Shiraz What’s Up With That? Wine Tasting This Weekend
- Sierra Nevada Beer Tasting With Chris Hem May 22nd
- Long Shadows Wine Tasting - June 14th (Don’t Miss This!)
- Through The Grapevine - Excellent Gift Idea Book
- Upcoming Tasting Events
- A Photograph With the Baby
- What is Wine & Beer Club?
Request Your Favorite Wine & Beer:
Have you had a great wine or beer at a restaurant, and would like to take a bottle home? Have you read about something and would like to try it for yourself? Do you have a favorite wine or beer that you’d like to see conveniently available at Enoteca in Post Falls? If there are any products you’re interested in, we are happy to track them down for you. Especially hard to find and specialty products! Simply fill out this form and we will do the hunting.
Have you had a great wine or beer at a restaurant, and would like to take a bottle home? Have you read about something and would like to try it for yourself? Do you have a favorite wine or beer that you’d like to see conveniently available at Enoteca in Post Falls? If there are any products you’re interested in, we are happy to track them down for you. Especially hard to find and specialty products! Simply fill out this form and we will do the hunting.
Special Thursday Tasting Event: Desert Wind Winery with Carlos Trevino
This Thursday, May 15th, from 6-8 pm Enoteca will be hosting Carlos Trevino from the Desert Wind Winery as he shares an excellent selection of Desert Wind Wines, including the award winning Ruah. Taste a flight (2 oz. each of 5 wines) for $10 per flight.
Desert Wind Semillion 2006 (Waluke Slope, Washington)
Lemongrass and stone fruits mingle with toasted oak and apples on the palate. The Desert Wind wines are designed to showcase the beautiful fruit grown in this vineyard. The fruit’s distinctive quality is derived from the unique soil and climate of the Wahluke Slope and rigorous vineyard management. Winemaker Greg Fries works to maintain the distinctive qualities of the fruit as it becomes wine. Vibrant fruit character is enhanced with a touch of oak. The heat and light ripen the Semillon fruit into a rich and aromatic wine. Lemongrass and stone fruits mingle with toasted oak and apples on the palate. This wine is an ideal match with shellfish–scallops are the ultimate pairing.
100% Semillion
[Member: $13.49 / Retail: $14.99]
Desert Wind ‘Bare Naked’ Chardonnay 2005 (Waluke Slope, Washington)
A delightful example of what this grape can do when left unadorned. The wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks, no oak to mask its luscious fruit character.
100% Chardonnay
[Member: $13.49 / Retail: $14.99]
Desert Wind Merlot 2004 (Waluke Slope, Washington)
Intense, late summer fruit flavors are a hallmark of the Desert Wind Merlot. The wine is big bodied and wine maker, Greg Fries, uses oak and patience to bind these qualities into a well joined and supple wine.
99.7% Merlot, 0.3% Cabernet Sauvignon
[Member: $13.49 / Retail: $14.99]
Desert Wind Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 (Waluke Slope, Washington)
Winemaker Greg Fries works with the goal of producing a wine that shows distinct varietal character. The Cabernet Sauvignon from the Desert Wine vineyard tends to be luxurious in both texture and fruit. This wine has been balanced through oak barrel aging and has firmness from the oak tannins which allow the wine to drink well throughout its life span.
94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot
[Member: $13.49 / Retail: $14.99]
Desert Wind Ruah 2005 (Waluke Slope, Washington)
A delightful example of what this grape can do when left unadorned. The wine was fermented in stainless steel tanks, no oak to mask its luscious fruit character.
100% Chardonnay
[Member: $13.49 / Retail: $14.99]
Pricing disclaimer.
Syrah/Shiraz, What’s Up With That? Wine Tasting
Start the weekend out right at Enoteca - Fine Wine & Beer!
This Friday from 4-7 Enoteca will be sharing a selection of Syrah and Shiraz wines, and a white blend as well. We will be tasting Saturday from 12-7 as well, which is a great time to taste wine to beat the rush. Taste a flight (2 oz. each of 4 wines) for $10 per flight, and follow up for $10 per 5 oz. glass.
Want to know about Syrah and Shiraz? This is excerpted from a Wikipedia article here.
Syrah has a long documented history in the Rhône region of Southeastern France, but before 1998
it was not known with certainty if it had originated in that region or was brought there, when it was concluded
that Syrah was the offspring of the grape varieties Dureza (father) and Mondeuse Blanche (mother).
The grape is called Syrah in Europe, Argentina, Chile, and most of the United States.
The Iranian city of Shiraz has been linked to the Syrah grape, but genetic testing and a thorough vetting
of history has disproven this link.
The synonym Shiraz became popular for this grape variety in Australia, where it has long been established as the most grown dark-skinned variety. In Australia it was also commonly called Hermitage up to the late 1980s, but since that name is also a French Protected designation of origin, this naming practice caused problem on some export markets and was dropped. The name Shiraz for this grape variety is also commonly used in South Africa, Canada, and New Zealand.
Syrah should not be confused with Petite Sirah, a synonym for Durif, another grape variety which is a hybrid of Syrah with Peloursin dating from 1880.
Tablas Creek Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc 2005 (Paso Robles, California)
We are including the Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc because it is a white wine blend based on the French Rhône style of wine known as White Châteauneuf-du-Pape, which is made in the same area as Syrah.
The 2005 Esprit de Beaucastel Blanc is a vibrant expression of the terroir of Tablas Creek. It shows aromas of honeysuckle, mint, lemon peel and spice, with rich Roussanne flavors of honey, rose petals, pear, petrol and white flowers, excellent breadth, cleansing acidity and great length. It should drink well when young but will also reward time in bottle; we expect it to show beautifully for at least the next 5-7 years.
93 Points Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
70% Roussanne, 25% Grenache Blanc, 5% Picpoul Blanc
[Member: $36.99 / Retail: $39.99]
Rosemount McLaren Vale Shiraz 2004 (McLaren Vale, Australia)
Grown from rare mature vines in McLaren Vale, this full-bodied Shiraz displays ripe plummy fruit flavors. This elegant wine is in perfect balance. A finely integrated structure indicates the long-term cellaring potential.
[Member: $22.49 / Retail: $24.99]
Coeur d’ Alene Cellars Syrah 2003 (Columbia Valley, Washington)
With a powerful and complex bouquet, this bold Syrah melds ripe cherry/berry fruit with spicy bittersweet chocolate and a trace of truffle. Barrel aging lends a smooth mouth feel and a bold, smoky finish. Good structure and firm tannins promise great aging potential. This vintage is sold out at the winery. 90 Points, Wine Enthusiast, June 2006
[Member: $25.19 / Retail: $27.99]
The Gatekeeper 2001 (McLaren Vale, Australia)
This is a very special wine in that it has been aged to perfection and is perfectly lush to enjoy now. Deep red with an edge of youthful purple. Mulberry and ripe strawberry aromas with integrated vanilla oak and hints of truffle, violet and clove. Luscious, sweet strawberry and black cherry flavors with balanced acidity and oak. Soft and rich with generous fruit on the finish.
[Member: $29.69 / Retail: $32.99]
Pricing disclaimer.
May Beer Tasting - Sierra Nevada with Chris Hem
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Sierra Nevada Beer Tasting Thursday, May 22nd Beginning at 6 p.m. Taste 4-5 or so beers Only $10 per person |
The May Beer Tasting is going to be great! Enoteca is hosting Chris Hem
from Sierra Nevada.
Do you think Sierra Nevada is all about the Pale Ale? It’s a great beer, but there is much
more to be tasted from this brewery.
We will be tasting some new and exciting Hoppy Beer from the Chico
hop superstars. Can you imagine a beer made with hops from New Zealand? What would that be
like? Sierra Nevada Brewing Company has a proud history as one of the pioneers of the craft
brewing industry and as a brewer of award-winning beers since 1981. Chris Hem always comes
with a pile of stories and great information about these hoppy beers.
The tasting starts at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 22nd. Tickets to attend are $10, paid in advance. Attendees will receive a beer glass and most importantly, learn about, and taste, more great beer! Email us at service@corkjoy.com to reserve space, or call 208-457-9885. To be made aware of future beer tasting events, join the email list at www.corkjoy.com |
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Long Shadows Vintners Tasting Event
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Long Shadows Vintners Tasting Event Saturday, June 14th Beginning at 6 p.m. Taste Great wine Only $35 per person 
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This is the one tasting event of the year that you don’t want to miss!
To taste all of these wines by buying the bottles, it would cost you $375 plus tax. This
is an incredible opportunity to taste them all for only $35.
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Washington State has a secret weapon in the wine making world. Allen Shoup. Allen is the visionary behind
the Long Shadows project, which brings in the best wine makers in the world to make great Washignton State wines.
We love these wines so much we want to share them with as many people as possible.
Saturday June 14th, at 6:00 p.m., at Enoteca in Post Falls, we will be sharing all seven Long Shadows Vintners wines. Here is the list: Poet’s Leap Riesling, Chester-Kidder, Pirouette, Sequel Syrah, Saggi, Pedestal Merlot, and of course the Feather Cabernet Sauvignon. 2 oz. of each wine will be poured. This is a unique opportunity as these wines are extremely limited in nature and this is the only time of year we can get them all together in one place. As with all of our tasting events, the ticket price is simply to cover the cost of pouring the wine. The tasting starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 14th. Tickets to attend are $35 per seat, paid in advance. Only 20 seats are available to this event. For complete details regarding the Long Shadows Vintners tasting event, click here. Club members can have tickets simply added to their Bin, and anyone can order tickets by coming into Enoteca in Post Falls, calling us at 208-457-9885 or sending us email at service@corkjoy.com . |
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Through the Grapevine
An Illustrated Guide to Wine Grapes
by Candace Ann Frasher
The copies at Enoteca are signed by the author, Candace, who is a fun and caring person who just wants to spread the joy of wine. These make an excellent gift for someone new to enjoying fine wine, perhaps even your mother for Mother’s Day.
Price: $12.99 each.
Club members can have tickets simply added to their Bin, and anyone can pick one up by coming into Enoteca in Post Falls, calling us at 208-457-9885 or sending us email at service@corkjoy.com .
Tasting Events Coming Soon
Mark your calendars; Enoteca has a great lineup for the next few weeks. Join us for these excellent tasting events! More details will be available in this newsletter, as well as any changes that might come up.
Thursday, May 15th - 6-8 pm
Desert Wind Winery wine tasting with Carlos Trevino! Taste the award winning and wildly popular Ruah, and a host of other wines from the winery. Come to this special tasting, only $10 per flight, including 5 different wines!
Friday, May 16th - 4-7 pm
Syrah, Shiraz, What’s Up With That? Wine Tasting. Try a line up that includes Syrah from around the world under the guise of “Syrah” and “Shiraz.” We will taste these wines on Saturday, May 17th as well, from 12-7.
Thursday, May 22nd - 6 pm
Beer Tasting! Enoteca will be hosting Chris Hem as he pours a lineup of excellent and new Sierra Nevada beer. Only $10 per person. Email us at service@corkjoy.com to reserve space, or call 208-457-9885.
Friday, May 23rd - 4-7 pm
Chinook Winery Wine Tasting with Darin Roberson of Vehrs. Try this selection of Washington wine that impressed the Enoteca staff at a recent trade show for it’s solid flavor and affordable price. We will taste these wines on Saturday, May 24th as well, from 12-7.
Friday, June 6th - 4-7 pm
Taste of Club! June Wine & Beer of the Month Club! Club tasting event, taste all the wine club wines! This is a great opportunity to see what the Club is all about, and to see what others are getting in their bins. We will taste these wines on Saturday, June 7th as well, from 12-7.
Saturday, June 14th at 6 pm
Long Shadows Vintners Tasting Event. Try ultrapremium Washington State wine made by world famous winemakers. All 7 Long Shadows wines will be open for tasting at this exclusive event. To find out why and for complete details regarding the Long Shadows Vintners tasting event, click here.
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This is just one example of a photo from a family photo shoot by Lisa Banta Photography of Post Falls. We appreciate the artistic style and personal touch of the photographic artwork.
Russell, Sarah, and Roger
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