I stopped by the neighborhood wine and spirits store for some
Pinot Grigio the other day. It had been a long day, I was in a
hurry and needed something for the mushroom sauce I
serving the next day at the Kantorei Benefit Dinner.
Now, every time I venture into this store, I think they must
sell allot of Bud Light and not much else, but looks continue to
be deceiving in the case of this shoppe. The friendly associate
actually introduced me last summer to a smooth as silk Irish
Whiskey called Red Breast. Now another unknown, at least to
me, was suggested, a wonderful Spanish red which they were
pouring called BORSAO 2005 TRES PICOS Garnacha. It's
made from 100% old world vine Grenache. The vineyards
cling to the rugged terrain on the slopes of the Moncayo
mountain.
Deep and slightly sweet, Tres Picos is cherry red in colour
with a hint of purple tones. In the nose, a bouquet of mature
red fruits including black cherry, strawberries, plums with a
hint of vanilla and leather come forth. Perfectly combined with
a sweet and pleasant tannin, it left a long, silky and balanced
finish in my mouth.
It paired perfectly well with a Thursday evening pot roast that
I braised for a couple of hours along with some organic
carrots, celery, Yukon gold potatoes and onions.
I made the mistake of only purchasing one bottle. Luckily the
store is close and I can stop by for a couple more -- perfect
for a week day meal. If you are unfamiliar with this Spanish
red check it out.
Pinot Grigio the other day. It had been a long day, I was in a
hurry and needed something for the mushroom sauce I
serving the next day at the Kantorei Benefit Dinner.
Now, every time I venture into this store, I think they must
sell allot of Bud Light and not much else, but looks continue to
be deceiving in the case of this shoppe. The friendly associate
actually introduced me last summer to a smooth as silk Irish
Whiskey called Red Breast. Now another unknown, at least to
me, was suggested, a wonderful Spanish red which they were
pouring called BORSAO 2005 TRES PICOS Garnacha. It's
made from 100% old world vine Grenache. The vineyards
cling to the rugged terrain on the slopes of the Moncayo
mountain.
Deep and slightly sweet, Tres Picos is cherry red in colour
with a hint of purple tones. In the nose, a bouquet of mature
red fruits including black cherry, strawberries, plums with a
hint of vanilla and leather come forth. Perfectly combined with
a sweet and pleasant tannin, it left a long, silky and balanced
finish in my mouth.
It paired perfectly well with a Thursday evening pot roast that
I braised for a couple of hours along with some organic
carrots, celery, Yukon gold potatoes and onions.
I made the mistake of only purchasing one bottle. Luckily the
store is close and I can stop by for a couple more -- perfect
for a week day meal. If you are unfamiliar with this Spanish
red check it out.
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