Wine is my Valentine

438 Union Place,Excelsior MN 55331

11 February, 2023

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Wine is my Valentine
Saturday, February 11, 3-5 pm (open house) at Wine Republic Featuring 20 Wines – Sparkling, Whites and Reds Tickets: Free, wine club members | $20, non members Henri Bourgeois Les Jeunes Vignes Sancerre Rosé, 2021 
Produced from Pinot Noir, "Les Jeunes Vignes" Sancerre rosé is produced from the saignée method where juice comes from draining ("bleeding") vats of fruit after 48 hours of cold maceration. This refreshing, very fruity Rosé will seduce you with its bouquet of ripe red fruits. It's easy to drink, fresh and particularly well-balanced in structure and aromas. Sancerre, Loire Valley, France Bibbiano Chianti Classico DOCG, 2019 Founded in 1865, Bibbiano is located in the historic Chianti region. Today’s owners, Tommaso and Federico Marrocchesi Marzi, are the fifth generation. Blend of 97% Sangiovese and 3% Colorino from Tuscany. Vibrant cherry, raspberry and cranberry fruit, with notes of eucalyptus and earth, give a framework to this Chianti Classico from Bibbiano. The wine's tannins are flexible and smooth.This benchmark example is backed by good acidity and a firm finish. Delightfully versatile and eminently drinkable. Mary Taylor Jean Marc Barthez Rouge, 2018 
Neither glitzy nor flashy, but perfectly embodies the region’s rural soul. A signature blend of 50% Merlot with equal parts Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, even at its modest price point it possesses much of the dark-fruited complexity that made Bordeaux famous in the first place – but rendered in a brighter, more refreshing frame.  Lavradores de Feitoria Douro Tinto, Bag in Box Vibrant red and black fruit with soft, elegant tannin and a savory finish. Unoaked. Blend of 50% Touriga Franca, 30% Tinta Roriz and 20% Touriga Nacional with a vibrant and attractive red color. The aroma is fresh, fruity, clean and elegant, with predominantly ripe red fruit, typical of the Douro, such as black plum and some cherry. In the mouth, the first sensation is fresh, fruity and very pleasant. Extremely tasty, it has soft tannins with balanced acidity. Very drinkable on its own and enhanced pleasure with food. Douro, Portugal 
Evolucio Tokaji Late Harvest Furmint This Tokaji Late Harvest is made from 100% Furmint. Furmint is one of the traditional varietals used to make Tokaj white wines and Aszù when it is blended with Muscat and Hárslevelu. The name Furmint is taken from the French word "froment" for the wheat-gold color of the wine it produces. Aromas of ripe apricot and yellow acacia flower, with some honey. Fresh and youthful, juicy peaches, apricot with a hint of honey and spice. It is concentrated, complex and focused. Tokaj, Hungary  Vignoble Robert Troglodyte Brut 
Christiane and Alain Robert founded this domaine in 1973 in Chançay, just east of Vouvray in the Loire Valley. Their 38 hectares of vineyards, situated around the estate and in the neighboring village of Noizay, are mostly planted with Chenin Blanc, on silex and clay-limestone soil. 100% Chenin Blanc from 15 to 20 year old vines. Nose of white fruits, with notes of acacia flowers, apple, pear and toasted pistachio on the palate. Fresh and elegant finish. Méthode traditionnelle. Chateau Lamothe de Haux Blanc, 2021
 Located southwest of Bordeaux in the commune of Haux, Château Lamothe has crafted estate-bottled wine since the 16th century. For four generations succession was passed down on the mother’s side and since 1956 the estate has been run by the Néel-Chombart family. Blend of 40% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Semillon, 20% Muscadelle. The wine is aged on the lees for about 3 weeks, which accounts for its round, smooth, and remarkably fruity flavor. Reciprocity Organic Cabernet Sauvignon, 2020 
Crafted entirely from premium, organic grapes grown at French Camp Vineyard and barrel-aged for 17 months, Reciprocity Cabernet Sauvignon offers an extraordinary expression of the intense fruit flavors and distinct nuances that are possible with this varietal. The wine opens with aromas of dark berry, cassis, black tea and subtle hints of hibiscus, followed by lingering notes of olive on the finish. Chalky tannins and bright acidity round out each sip. Paso Robles, CA Vina Las Nina Carmenère, 2020 100% Carmenère. Hand harvested during the morning and immediately processed in the winery, carefully controlling temperatures and extraction of its ripe tannins. Post fermentative maceration to reach a nice and complete structure. 8 months of ageing in french oak. Spices and fresh herbal notes with nice structure, ripe tannins and smooth on the palate. This is medium bodied with elegant richness. Colchagua Valley, Chile Pierre Amadieu ‘Les Hautes Rives’ Cairanne Rouge, 2018 
A blend of 60% Grenache, 25% Mourvèdre and 15% Syrah, it offers up dark, earthy scents reminiscent of black cherries, plums and cola, while being full-bodied, round and generous on the palate, with a supple, slightly velvety finish. Côtes du Rhône Belvive Spumante Extra-Dry N/V
 Thinking about the Piedmontese expression “bel vive” (life is beautiful) can help you grasp the optimistic side of existence. Has a light straw yellow color and a fine and persistent perlage. The nose is subtle and fresh and the palate is harmonious, with notes of pear, Golden apple, acacia flowers, and tropical fruit such as banana. Belvive is perfect as an aperitif or to bring a note of freshness to meals. Dr. Thanisch Feinherb Riesling Kabinett, 2018 
Picked early at Kabinett-level Ripeness, grapes from the Mosel vineyards are fermented to a just dry-off wine in order to produce a drier-style Riesling to pair with a wide array of foods or simply drink as an aperitif. This wine is extremely well structured with a deep golden color. Very well balanced and harmonious with an appealing bouquet of pear, quince and peaches. A delicate herbal note, fresh citrus as well as the typical Mosel minerality. The crisp, dry finish makes this wine extremely refreshing and enjoyable. Mosel, Germany 
Artesa Pinot Noir, Los Carneros, 2018 
On the nose, this wine offers elegant, bright aromas of plum, strawberry, and cranberry with a hint of rose petal. On the palate, lush flavors of raspberry, blueberry and red cherry are accentuated with hints of sandalwood spice. The natural, structural acidity grants this wine a unique vibrancy, and a long, persistent finish. It is an excellent partner to many different foods. A classic Pinot Noir that is true to its unique appellation. San Felice Pugnitello, 2017
 Pugnitello is an ancient Tuscan native grape variety almost disappeared, whose name (little fist) refers to the shape of its cluster. An open, spicy nose with aromas of cedar, cherry, leather and wild fruit characters. The palate displays bitter cherry, mocha and a dried orange peel tang with a youthful sappy feel. The tannins are fine and evident yet well balanced with the fruit – giving a well-structured wine with dense, inky, dark fruit. Whilst being delicious now, the wine will continue to evolve over the next 5-10 years. Tuscany 
Scala Dei Garnaxta Priorat, 2019
 Scala Dei Garnatxa is sourced from 15-25 year-old Grenache vines. This is a fresh wine dominated by red fruit notes. Cherry red in color with bluish hues that denote its youth. Aromas of ripe red berries with underlying mineral hints from the licorella terroir. Red berries reappear on the palate with a rounded mouthfeel. A balanced wine with lots of fresh fruit. Priorat, Spain Chateau Fontvert Bulles Natures
 100% Mourvedre from the Luberon, France Certified Biodynamic Kontozisis Drop by Drop, 2021 This crisp, dry white is composed of 100% organically farmed Roditis directly pressed, no malolactic and aged two months in stainless steel. Like Pinot Grigio, Roditis has some color in the skin so this white has a golden hue in the glass. Flavors of Mediterranean citrus fruits and some minerality, expressing the region and varietal, with some honey notes and a mouthwatering finish. Once in your glass, won’t last long. Karditsa, Greece 
Bernard Vallette ‘Quatre Saisons’ Beaujolais, 2021 From the deep south of Beaujolais in the village of Lachassagne, where the soils are clay and limestone as opposed to granite, Bernard Vallette is biodynamically farming 6.5ha of land passed down through his family from his grandparents. Bernard Vallette Beaujolais Quatre Saisons is a bright and cheery Gamay. No additions in the cellar (including sugar) and just a touch of SO2 at bottling. Thimiopoulos Vineyards Young Vines, 2020
 Made from 100% Xinomavro, the vines are grown on schist, granite and limestone soils, then fermented with native yeasts in stainless steel and aged 8 months in concrete. 25% whole cluster fermentation gives the wine a lovely juicy, red-fruit freshness to compliment the savory herbs and rustic charm. Polished and inviting with zippy acidity and incredible purity. Macedonia, Greece 
Lyrarakis Queen Liatiko, 2021 A real taste of Crete from the talented team at Lyrarakis. This is made with the indiginous Liatiko grape to produce an expressive red Impressive aromas of dark cherry and wild berries with flavors bursting and pure on the palate. The palate is balanced and velvety, with soft tannins, lively acidity and lasting aftertaste.