Valentine’s Flight Tasting Notes, 2/14/14

VALENTINE’S FLIGHT 2/14/14
Flight of the following 3 reds plus chocolates – $20/person
Add a flute of Bollinger Champagne to the above flight – $25/person
Flight of the 3 reds only – $15/person
Flute of Bollinger only – $10/person

SEXUAL CHOCOLATE 2012
“Bursting with intense red fruit on the nose, this blend of Syrah, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah makes a massive entrance with blackberry, black cherry, dark chocolate and spice, following with a smooth finish. It is concentrated and complex, with flavors that will continued to be teased out. This definitely displays the high quality of the vintage.” $22.97

R PETITE SIRAH 2011
“The 2011 vintage has a deep purple color accompanied by bright garnet hues. The aromas feature ripe concentrated dark fruits; black currant, boysenberry and black raspberry. The bouquet is dominated by a sweet, creamy oak that has nuances of caramel, milk chocolate and vanilla. On the palate, round rich flavors of red and black fruits flow into those of mocha, chocolate and oak, with a rich, creamy texture.” $24.97

CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2011
“A fleshy, showy youngster, putting ripe fruit and jazzy oak on display. An impressive 2011 that reverberates with ripe cherry, plum and currant notes that will be at their most appealing early on, as this veers toward dryer tannins on the finish.” $69.97

BOLLINGER SPECIAL CUVEE
“Very elegant and refined in texture, with fresh, focused acidity finding fine integration with the layered notes of apple, black currant, smoky mineral and biscuit, complimented by hints of lemon zest and honey. The lingering finish beckons for additional sips.” $55.97