Collin County Cooks Tasting / Italian Winemakers Arriving Soon!

September 16, 2014 Edition

Please join us Thursday from 6:30-8:30pm for the kick-off of a series of events benefiting the AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY and its Collin County Cooks event on November 8th. We will be tasting five wines with appetizers for this event. Guests can purchase wine to contribute to the November 8th main event. Also, Corner Wines will contribute 15% of any wine purchased during this event to the American Cancer Society. You can purchase tickets at Collin County Cooks or pay at the door. Tickets are $20.00

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Italians Are Coming September 23rd & 27th

Return engagement of Andrea Cragnotti of Corte alla Flora, Tuscany on the 23rd from 6:30-8:30pm- we will be pouring 5 different wines from his vineyards. On the 27th from 1-3pm Paolo DeMarie of DeMarie Winery, Piedmont will discuss his wines as we taste. The event charge will be $15.00/person for each session.

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Wednesday October 15th- Wine Dinner

featuring Robledo Family Wines presented by Larry Robledo at Mignon Restaurant

Join us for this four course food and wine pairing. To make your reservations go to Robledo Wine Dinner
Price $99.00/person

Take Care
Lynda & Jim

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September Specials !

2013 Las Perdices Pinot Grigio- Luján de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina

The Las Perdices Pinot Grigio is a soft light green-yellow in color. On the nose, subtle citrus aromas and a slightly floral note. The flavors are citrus complimented by white stone fruit, a crisp, yet balanced acidity and a long finish. The result is a well-balanced white wine.

Price $14.99
Pairing: Naked Popcorn and Salt & Course Black Pepper

 

2013 Cariblanco Sauvignon Blanc- Casablanca Valley, Chile

Speaking about “Cariblanco” (named after one of the family horses) winemaker Byron Kosuge says the team has made subtle shifts the past few years towards a more sinewy style. The wine is a perfect blend of Old and New World styles, with floral notes as well as hints of beeswax or honeycomb, playing against green fruits and a slight herbal, spicy characteristic. Only 606 cases were made.

Price $19.99
Pairing: Naked Popcorn and Salt & Course Black Pepper

 

2010 Tobiano Pinot Noir- Casablanca Valley, Chile

Only 1,555 cases of this wine were made. Bright ruby in color with delightful aromas of tart cherry marmalade and a hint of eucalyptus are followed on the palate by more red fruit flavors and a playful personality. Dominated by wood spice and peppery flavors on the finish. A wine that can stand up to scrutiny but doesn’t demand it.

Price $24.99
Pairing: White Cheddar’n Bacon and Chocolate ‘n Sea Salt

 

2011 Erial Tempranillo- Ribera Del Duero, Spain 2011

3,000 cases were made of this 100% Tempranillo (“Tinta Fina”). The wine is a dark ruby color. Great intensity on the nose; pure and clean, offering blackberries, black licorice and mineral undertones. The oak is very well integrated with the fruit adding very fine vanilla, toasty and spicy aromas. It is very well-structured with ripe tannins and a silky texture. 93 points ~ Decanter Magazine.

Price $21.99
Pairing: White Cheddar’n Bacon and Chocolate ‘n Sea Salt

 

2011 Valle Las Nencias Blend Reserva- Mendoza, Argentina

56% Malbec, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Bonarda, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Syrah, Its color is the typical Argentine dark bluish-purple, and its aromas are notes of stewed plums, violets, mocha, coffee, chocolate and herbs. On the palate good violet lift to the plum and currant flavors. Herb and tobacco leaf notes add a touch of greenness without detracting from the wine’s fruit. Nicely silky and harmonious blend, finishing with a dusting of tannins and good length.

Price $17.99
Pairing: ML’s Dark Chocolate Toffee/Caramel Corn

 

2012 Mayol Glop- Priorat, Spain

A blend of 60% Garnacha, 20% Cariñena and 20% Syrah. “Glop” means “sip” in Catalan dialect. The color is a medium purple ruby. Aromas of mulberry and plum on the nose with floral notes that open up to a core of black licorice and minerality. Full bodied, very concentrated with velvety tannins and an elegant finish. Though a big wine, it is not overdone and it is easy to drink.

Price $25.99
Pairing: BBQ Popcorn and Chocolate ‘n Sea Salt and ML’s Dark Chocolate Toffee/Caramel Corn

 

Las Perdices Malbec Reserva- Lujan de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina

Only 840 cases were made of this limited edition 100% Malbec. The wine presents an intense violet-red color. Aromas of red fruits and raspberries, as well as hints of vanilla and coffee, dance out of the glass. On the palate it is smooth and well balanced, with flavors of plums, gooseberries, red fruits, violets, chocolate and coffee. Its complexity is only deepened by its smooth, ripe tannins. Its long, pleasant finish ends the whole experience with a bang.

Price $20.00
Pairing: BBQ Popcorn and Chocolate ‘n Sea Salt