Beginning on Friday (November 27), and continuing through the following week, we’ll pour a Flights of Mixed Res and Whites.
Our Mixed Red Wines Flight will include:
- Vino Valpredo 2007 Squeezebox Red Sonoma
- Omega 2006 Melange Mokelumne River District Lodi
- 10 Knots 2005 Atlantis Red Wine Paso Robles
- Deep Sea 2008 Red Wine Central Coast
- Lava Rock 2007 Red Wine Napa Valley
Our Mixed White Wines Flight will include:
- Volker Eisele 2006 Gemini Napa Valley
- Pavi 2008 Pinot Grigio Napa Valley
- Twisted Oak 2006 Verdelho Silvaspoons Vyd Alta Mesa
- La Sirena 2007 Moscato Azul Napa Valley
- Clayhouse 2008 Adobe White Central Coast
New Wines:
- Vino Valpredo 2007 Squeezebox Red Sonoma @ $20.0
- Deep Sea 2008 Red Wine Central Coast @ $33.00
- Volker Eisele 2006 Gemini Napa Valley @ $25.00
- Clayhouse 2008 Adobe White Central Coast @ $16.00
Based on bottle sales last week, the best selling red was the Dubost Ranch 2005 Gran Reserva Paso Robles. Among the whites, the most popular was the Line Shack 2008 Chardonnay Monterey.
Our next Wine Class will be held on December 12. The subject will be Wines to Celebrate the Holidays. There will be two Sparkling Wines, one red and one white, and two dessert wines. This class will take place from 3 to 5pm. and will cost $35.00. Reservations are required. Go to www.winewisdomandwit.com and click on wine classes. Select “CA W & C Class” and you can pre-pay. You may also call 626-358-6500 and make your reservation. In that instance, please plan to pay at the class by either check or cash to the instructor, Elizabeth Schweitzer.
Check out the West Wall. Artist Chris Dodge presents a mixed media show which includes oils, acrylic and charcoal works. While Chris paints in a variety of themes, in this show, the prevalent subject are animals. From pet dogs to range cattle, they’re on the wall and their looking at you!
Stop by Sunday afternoons when we’re joined by Norman Davis who plays classical and light jazz pieces for a couple hours. His guitar playing provides a relaxing back drop to the whole wine and cheese experience. The music starts at 3:30PM.
Tax Free Wednesdays. On Wednesdays, all retail purchases will be discounted 9.75%. As previously noted, this discount will not compound with others already available.
The Cheese Corner
No new cheeses this week.
Upcoming Events:
On December 15, Russian River Valley Winemaker, Merry Edwards will be at Bistro 45. She will offer the following five wines to be paired with the dinner: a 2008 Sauvignon Blanc, a 2007 Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast, a 2007 Pinot Noir Russian River, a 2007 “Meredith Estate” Pinot Noir Russian River and a 2004 “Meredith Estate” Pinot Noir Russian River. The dinner will cost $85 pp. For reservations, call 626-795-2478 or email bistro45@earthlink.net Bistro 45 is located at 45 S. Mentor Ave., Pasadena 91106.
