2024 Downtown Glenview Wine & Art Walk Wine Notes
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Chicago Wine Consulting - Aaron Galleries - Gigi's Closette - DDK Kitchen Design - Ambiance Blinds and Shades - Oil Lamp Theater -Glenbrook Remodeling - Forza Meats - Glenview Grind - Velvetpeel - Morning Glory - Gusto
Champagne, France
Taittinger Champagne Brut La Francaise
A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier wines from at least 35 villages and aged on the lees for almost 4 years, more than double the legal minimum of 15 months. It is delicate, with aromas of peach, white flowers, vanilla and brioche on the nose with flavors of fresh fruit and honey on the palate.
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Laherte Freres Champagne Brut Rose
100% Menier picked up by hand when fully ripen with the maturity from only old vines. Orange peel, sweet red berry fruit, cranberry and mint are some of the many aromas and flavors.
Artist: Various Artists
Burgundy, France
2022 Philippe Colin Bourgogne Chardonnay
An elegant balance of aromas and flavors, this exceptional 100% Chardonnay bears the taste of ripe apple and citrus with a hint of melon. Its lengthy finish comprises of vanilla and butterscotch supported by a solid minerality.
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2022 Joseph Drouhin Cote de Nuits-Villages
Hand harvested 100% Pinot Noir from is an assemblage of villages in the southern end of the Côte de Nuits. Aromas of wild cherry, licorice and mild spices, evolving towards notes of undergrowth and mushroom on the palate.
Artist: Jolee Klugherz
Loire Valley, France
2023 Lucien Reymond Sancerre
Sauvignon Blanc from 30 year old vines, organically farmed. White grapefruit, green melon, peach pit and honeysuckle balanced by mineral notes of sea salt and herbs.
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2020 Clau de Nell Chenin Blanc
Aged twelve months in French oak, in ancient troglodyte cellars cut into the limestone hillside on the property in the Loire valley. Alluring nose of candied golden apple, baked pear, and orange marmalade with a rich and creamy texture.
Artist: Kittie Yohe / Renata Maliszewski
New Zealand
2022 Frenzy Sauvignon Blanc
Sourced from both the North and South Islands including parcels from select vineyards in Marlborough. Enticing tropical aromas of ripe guava, persimmon and lime zest fill the glass, supported by herbaceous undertones of fresh grass and thyme.
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2021 Te Mata Pinot Noir Alma
Alma celebrates Dr. James Thomson, a hero of the 1854 Battle of the Alma during the Crimean War and forefather to Te Mata Estate’s Buck family, the medal he was awarded appears on the label. Wild strawberry and oriental spice, on the nose which deepens into truffle and earth notes on the palate.
Artist: Stanislaw Kielar
Bordeaux, France
2018 Esprit de Pavie
65% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 15% Cabernet Savignon from a great diversity of terroirs situated on the south-facing slopes of the Dordogne valley. A rich and polished wine showing blackcurrant, blackberry and raw chocolate character with notes of espresso.
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2019 Dame de Gaffeliere
A right-bank Merlot based wine coming from a dedicated parcel of the Gaffelière estate. Vibrant and juicy black fruit style with notes of walnuts and olives on the nose followed by a fleshy finish.
Artist: Ray Piskule
Spain
2023 Pazo das Bruxas Albarino
Sourced predominately with grapes from the historic coastline of Salnés, blended with grapes from O Rosal for diversity. Clean and intense floral aromas with deliciously ripe citrus notes and pineapple preserves.
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2021 Emilo Moro Ribera del Duero
Currently run by the Moro’s third generation family, 100% Tempranillo aged for 12 months in French and American oak. Nice balance and concentration with some dark cherries, blackberries and spices on the nose followed by a full-bodied palate.
Washington, USA
2020 Tamarack Cabernet Franc
Only 1000 cases produced of this 100% Cabernet Franc from Columbia Valley. Aromas of tart cranberry and dark cherry followed by hints of cedar, baking spices and milk chocolate on the palate.
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2020 Bledsoe Family Winery Cabernet Sauvignon
Mostly grown on warmer sites of the Walla Walla Valley including the estate’s Bob Healy Vineyard. Dark fruit with hints of blackberry cobbler, graphite, and sandalwood with beautiful tannins and an ultra-long finish.
Napa, USA
2022 Titus Vineyards Red ‘Andronicus’
Young vine fruit from our Estate Vineyards form the backbone of this perfect blend of the five Bordeaux varietals. The wine is ruby in color with charming aromas of cherry, plum, coffee, rose, oolong tea and bay.
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2021 Snowden Cabernet Sauvignon The Ranch
A blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 1% Petit Verdot, aged 19 months in French oak barrels, only 795 cases produced. Dense with aromas of crushed black cherries, brambles and plum with a crisp finish.
Sonoma, USA
2019 Davis Family Vineyards Chardonnay Russian River Valley
Fermented one third in stainless steel, one third concrete egg, and one third oak. Beautifully balanced vanilla and creamy texture with a little splash of green apple acidity at the end.
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2018 Seghesio Zinfandel
“Old Vine” means that the vines are at least 50 years old, grapes for this wine are from exceptional vineyards that are closer to 75 years old on average. Luscious hints of candied figs, baking spices and mocha with a rich, velvety dense finish.
Oregon, USA
2021 Sokol Blosser Evolution Lucky No. 9 White
Launched the alternative white category two decades ago this blend with primarily Riesling and remains a classic staple. Aromatic with heaps of citrus notes like lychee and lime zest, hints of tropical fruit and just a touch melon.
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2021 Composition Pinot Noir
Located on the edge of the Ribbon Ridge on the south slope of the Chehalem Mountains AVA, one of the oldest plantings of Pinot Noir in the Willamette Valley. The aromatics perfectly combine smoky violets, earth-driven umami and gorgeous red bramble berries with an old vine character on the palate.
Tuscany, Italy
2023 Picollo Ernesto Gavi di Gavi
Picollo Ernesto’s vineyards sit near 260 meters above sea level in Rovereto di Gavi, the most prestigious area of the appellation. Their nine hectares of vineyards are planted exclusively with Cortese. Clay soils with old vines give this wine a pear-pulp like aromatic during fermentation and the light, crisp white is worth every dollar.
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2021 Jacopo Biondi Santi Sassoalloro
Celebrating its 30th anniversary (1991-2021), the Sassoalloro is a selection of the special BBS-11 clone of Sangiovese from across the estate vineyards offers a 360-degree view of the estate’s winemaking philosophy. Fresh and accessible drinking style with plenty of cherry, wild berry, earthy mineral and dried spice over a medium texture.
Piedmont, Italy
2022 Comm. G.B. Burlotto Langhe Sauvignon Blanc
Made with 100% Sauvignon grapes harvested in Verduno area. It has an intense straw-yellow color with green shades, the nose is fresh and vibrant with notes of grapefruit, green pepper and orange.
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2014 Cogno Barolo Ravera
100% Nebbiolo, Ravera is the name of the cru where the vineyard is located. Notes of plums, and cherries with dried flowers and spices followed by a powerful finish.