Wine of the Week

CLOS DU BOIS CHARDONNAY SONOMA RESERVE 2013

RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY, SONOMA COUNTY CALIFORNIA

By:  Ed “The Wine Guy”

Many of our patrons are already familiar with the entry level of the .750 and the 1.5L formats of Clos Du Bois Chardonnay. Over the years, it has been a consistent favorite. New to Harney's is this luscious, higher end Clos Du Bois Sonoma Reserve. It is a creamy Chardonnay, rich and concentrated, with balanced acidity and well-integrated oak, exhibiting aromas and flavors of ripe apple, pear, lemon, and minerals, with hints of toast and spice. For a few dollars more, you can have a lot more satisfaction.

SAN ANGELO PINOT GRIGIO 2013 CASTELLO BANFI, MONTALCINO, ITALY

By:  Ed "The Wine Guy"

At the end of a long, straight driveway stands the Banfi Castle, dominating the horizon. The sight is overwhelming, as so many scenes in Tuscany are. Say Italy, say Tuscany, say Montalcino, say Banfi, and you can be sure of quality, from the Brunello to the Chianti to the Pinot Grigio. The Italian style of Pinot Grigio (exhibited so well in this wine, as distinguished from the style of, most notably, Alsace, France, and the State of Oregon, where, although it is made from the same grape, it is fuller-bodied and creamy), is light, zesty, crisp, and dry - is that a hint of effervescence? - with flavors of peach, grapefruit, pear, and honey, and a satisfying, clean finish. One taste of San Angelo Pinot Grigio 2013, and it is sure to become a Summer favorite.