It’s almost Friday and you are already thinking about your weekend plans and perhaps which wine to purchase. Weekly, I post two recommendations, one white and one red, for your weekend choices which are usually under $20. Recently I attended the Chicago launch party at Hub 51 to celebrate Bottlenotes’ Taste Around Town event which runs until April 6. Several well priced wines which are/were featured at various restaurants were uncorked and ready for wine lovers to enjoy! Even if you aren’t able to visit the Chicago restaurants offering these wines during the Taste of the Town event, don’t worry! Just look for them at your local wine retailer where they are readily available and pop the corks yourself! ~
**Trivento Amado Sur 2013 – Apparently, Amado Sur means “Southern Love” and I was feeling it after the first few sips of this lovely, simple white blend. Consisting of 78% Chardonnay, 12% Pinot Grigio, and 10% Viognier, the aromas and tastes were of cool citrus, florals, and zest! Creamy and balanced, its crisp finish was short but pleasant and paired well with the passed appetizers of sushi, tiny grilled cheese sandwich bites with basil, and more. Cost is $12.
**Andre Brunel Cotes du Rhone 2011 – I was doing a subtle happy dance when I began whiffing the red berries, earth, and tingly spice in my glass! The 2011 Cotes du Rhone is a blend of 80% Grenache, 10% Syrah, and 10% Cinsault which adds up to a tasty, smooth wine. Mouthwatering, the medium tannins and more earth, cherries, spice, and red fruits led to a smooth, warm, lingering finish. This is what an entry level wine should taste like…i.e. a more expensive one! The cost is $12.
Cheers to the weekend! ~ Cindy
