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As
the cold weather only seems to get colder and the food
gets heartier, most wine lovers want to snuggle in with
a full-bodies glass of red wine. Here are some “winter
warmers” for you to enjoy with your pot roast,
stews, and fondue by the fireside.
-The following wines were reviewed by Jason Kugel of the
Dearborn store, unless otherwise specified.
Winter Warmers
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1999
Marcelina Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
$29.99
The fruit from this beastly Cab comes from Howell Mountain.
It is characteristically full-bodied and full of black pepper
spice (typical of Howell Mountain Cabernet). Don’t
be afraid of this Napa monster. Blackberry, cassis, dust,
and black pepper dominate this big red. Try it with black
pepper encrusted lamb. A steal for $29.99!
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2002
Castle Rock Zinfandel
$12.99
Good spicy fruit, nice mouth feel, and a long finish. Not
too big and not too small. This medium-bodied Zinfandel will
handle everything you want to serve this holiday season (except
anchovies).
-reviewed by Don Baughman, Dearborn store |
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1999
Trinchero “Chicken
Ranch” Rutherford Merlot
$19.99
This Napa Valley Merlot has a lot to offer. Rich and full-bodied
with blackberry, plum, and dark chocolate notes. The tannins
are soft and chewy and the finish is smooth and silky. This
is serious stuff, don’t let the name fool you. Great
with standing rib roast.
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1999
Gallo of Sonoma Barrelli Creek Vineyard Alexander Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon
$24.99
Another big, rich, and ripe cab from this consistent
producer. Black currant, dark cherry, and spice dominate this
Sonoma stunner. This cab is dense and rich and is perfect compliment
to a grilled spice-rubbed porterhouse.
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1999
Starvedog Lane Adelaide Hills Shiraz
$24.99
This beautiful Australian Shiraz comes from the even more beautiful region
of Adelaide Hills. This cooler climate Shiraz has great elegance and
finesse and is impeccabely balanced. Raspberry, black currants, spice,
and a kiss of vanilla dazzle the palate. A great compliment to ribs,
pizza, and other football fare.
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2000
Chateau Bel Air Haut-Medoc Bordeaux
$17.99
A great everyday Bordeaux from the famed 2000 vintage (best since ’61)
has dark cherry, cassis, and earth notes followed with firm tannins.
Great now, but will also cellar well if you have the patience. Enjoy
with garlic-studded leg of lamb.
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2001
Anapamu Syrah
$15.99
This is a delicious little wine that boasts some of the characteristics
of Syrah grown in it’s homeland, the Rhone Valley of
France. You will find small-berry fruit folded into hints
of vanilla, coffee, and earth. Enjoy it with any of your
favorite meat or chicken dishes.
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| *2002 Chateau du Doujou Minervois |
$9.99 |
| *2002 George Albrecht Schneider
Niersteiner Pates berg Riesling Kabinett |
$9.99 |
| 2002 Blackstone Merlot |
$9.99 |
| 2002 Hanwood Shiraz |
$9.99 |
| Chateau La Cordonne |
$18.99 |
| 2002 Jadot Chateau des Jacques
Moulin-A-Vent |
$19.99 |
| 2000 Chateau Boutisse Grand Cru
St. Emilion |
$29.99 |
| 2001 Shingleback Shiraz McLaren
Vale |
$22.99 |
| *N.
V. Churchill’s White
Porto 10 year Dry Aperatif |
$18.99 |
| *Limited quantities. Call 248-546-7770
for more information. |
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