This is it, the last hoorah! The Summer months are winding down!
Plan wisely and make the best of these fleeting last weeks as
when it’s gone, it’s gone. So best to get in those barbeques, hang
out on the patio that you recently remodeled and share these last
few weeks with family and friends – time to take inventory of our
blessings through these trying times. And let’s give a final hoorah
to our local heroes, those first responders and medical crews at
the front line who worked their ‘masks’ off for all of us. In the spirit
of better times to come, we have assembled some reward worthy
offerings for you to quaff with your favorite cut of beef, seafood
and vegetable. And as always, drink outside the box.
MONTHLY SELECTIONS
MAMAMANGO MOSCATO
RE G U L A R $15.99
GA ZE T T E S PE C I A L $9.99
When I first saw this bottle, I had certain expectations,
and they weren’t high. I imagined a sickly sweet synthetic
tasting beverage which is everything that a traditionalist
would abhor. However, when I popped the bottle, the
immediate senses were dominated with fresh mango.
I happen to love mango, I love it fresh, in salsa and
grilled, but this was anything but lab created and quite
a wonderful surprise. The nose was as true as one could
imagine, with floral notes from the Moscato sprinkled in.
The flavors were as fresh and elegant as the nose, with
a delicate frizzante prickle, not full on sparkling but the
perfect lift for the sweet flavors of Moscato and Mango.
This delicately sweet but not syrupy surprise is fruity,
balanced, elegant and outright delicious, even for a guy
who prefers things on the sharper side.
THIS WOULD PAIR WONDERFULLY WITH EGGS
BENEDICT, FRESH CUT FRUITS. I’M THINKING
AN OUTSTANDING BRUNCH PARTNER AS IT’S A
MEAGER 6% ALCOHOL, OR JUST SIPPING ON ONE OF
OUR SUNBAKED SUMMER AFTERNOONS.
Geoff Nicoll Dir. Beer, Wine & Spirits
OBVIOUS WINES NO. 5
FRENCH & BUBBLY
RE G U L A R $26.99
GA ZE T T E S PE C I A L $23.99
Made using 60% Chenin Blanc, 35% Chardonnay, 5%
Cabernet Franc, this Cremant from the Loire Valley,
France will not disappoint. Light body, medium acidity, dry
and slightly fruity. You will find hints of pear and melon
lingering around a floral bouquet. Bubbles are fine and
well integrated, not overwhelming at all.
PAIRS WELL WITH SEAFOOD, FRESH FRUIT AND YES,
BIRTHDAY CAKE.
Michael Contreras Wine Specialist Beverly Hills
AUGUST 2021
SCHRAMSBERG
NAPA VALLEY BRUT ROSÉ
REG ULAR $54.99
GAZETTE SP E CIAL $44.99
91 Points Wine Enthusiast
This wine has generous amounts of strawberry, watermelon,
and raspberry. This wine is complemented by red cherry,
pomegranate, and fresh citrus fruits. There are full lush
flavors of mango, orange zest, and fresh vanilla. This
versatile wine will go great with your backyard barbeque
beef ribs, caprese salad, grilled vegetables, or a light
charcuterie plate. Happy Summer!
PAIR THIS GORGEOUS WINE WITH ALL YOUR
SUMMER CELEBRATIONS SUCH AS, BRIDAL
SHOWERS, BABY SHOWERS, GENDER REVEAL
PARTIES OR A SUMMER WEDDING!
Jared Marchant Wine Specialist Palm Desert
CHT. GALINIERE LE CENGLE
PROVENCE ROSÉ
REG ULAR $15.99
GAZETTE SP E CIAL $12.99
Chateau Galiniere is situated just outside of Aix-enProvence and is situated relatively high on a plain in the
foothills of the Montagne Ste Victoire. The soils are rugged
iron rich red clay with sand and limestone deposits, the
farming is organic and was certified such in 2014. The
Mediterranean’s powerful Mistral winds, while punishing,
aren’t without merits as they dry out the canopy and keep
vine disease at bay. The vineyard management team
keep a watchful eye on ripening, and at the precise time
pull some of the green growth to enable more complete
ripening. The diurnal shifts in temperature permits the
warm days to facilitate ripening while the cooler nights
provide for even maturity while promoting acidity. Harvest
is done at night and fermentation is at low temperatures to
preserve freshness. The resulting stunningly beautiful pink
is delicious and energetic with strawberry, watermelon,
pink grapefruit, notes of garrigue and some savory verbena
notes!
GREAT WITH WHITE OR RED FLESHED FISH, CURED
MEATS, GRILLED VEGETABLES AND SALTY CHEESES.
Geoff Nicoll Dir. Beer, Wine & Spirits
DAOU VINEYARDS
PASO ROBLES ROSÉ 2020
RE GULAR $26.99
GAZ E TTE SP E CI A L $22.99
Summer is in full swing and big, heavy reds are the
last thing I want to start the evening with - Rosé is the
answer… Flavorful yet refreshing… complex, but never
over-complicated. Daou Vineyards makes wines in the
French style and this rosé was inspired by the famous
rosés of Provence, France. Made from 95% Grenache Noir
and 5% Sauvignon Blanc. The vines are hand-pruned, the
grapes are hand-picked at night to retain freshness and
cold soaked for up to 7 days. The aromas remind me of
lychee, peach blossoms and dried hibiscus. The wine is
clean and crisp on the tongue with notes of citrus, peach
and back notes of mango.
PAIR WITH SUMMER SALADS, FRESH BERRIES AND
WATERMELON. ALSO GOES BEST WITH CLOSE
FRIENDS, BONFIRES AND CALIFORNIA SUNSETS.
Erik Moreno Level 1 Court of Sommeliers;
Wine Specialist Westchester
TREFETHEN NAPA VALLEY
OAK KNOLL DRY RIESLING
RE GULAR $19.99
GAZ E TTE SP E CI A L $17.99
The Trefethen family has been growing grapes since the
1960’s. Its third generation now employing sustainable
farming practices of irrigation water recycling, integrated
pest management & biological control, and solar power to
name just a few. Smart farming and good winemaking has
resulted in this lovely Dry Riesling just in time for summer
enjoyment. 100% Estate grown in the Oak Knoll district, it
is a pale yellow/green in the glass with a nose of honey,
peach, citrus blossom, and a light misting of lime. On the
palate, grapefruit, refreshing minerality, good but not
searing acid, and a pleasant finish of firm guava.
ENJOY THIS PERFECT SUMMER BOTTLE WITH
STARTERS OF SUSHI AND SASHIMI OR ENTREES OF
SPICY THAI DISHES OR TANGY BBQ.
Neal Wasserman Level 1 Court of Sommeliers;
Wine Specialist La Cumbre
