Originally published on June 22, 2008.
Yes, I’ve been delinquent with the posts, but a new baby is a pretty good excuse. I’m already back at the store (maternity leave has a whole new meaning when it’s your own business you’re taking leave from), but getting into fine blogging form would strain the system right now. Not that I’ve really been in fine blogging form yet – but for that, I’ll blame being pregnant from essentially the moment I signed the lease on the store. Priorities, priorities….
In the mean time, I’ll continue to mine my last “weekly” newsletter for posting materials (speaking of another thing that’s been a bit delinquent….)
On with the 3-pack….
Great Summer Whites You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Be ahead of the curve and check out three great summer wines that aren’t exactly mainstream. What they all have in common (aside from the semi-unpronounceable names) is bright, crisp acidity. “Acidity” may not sound desirable in a wine, but it’s a very good thing – it makes your mouth water and gets you ready for another sip.
Crios Torrontes 2006 (Salta, Argentina): Torrontes is quickly becoming Argentina’s star white grape. Give it a sniff and you’ll get a nose full of citrus, white flowers, and a hint of spice. On the palate, it’s crisp, yet full-bodied. It’s always a crowd pleaser, so introduce your friends – they’ll thank you for it.
Dr. Konstantin Frank Rkatsiteli 2006 (Finger Lakes, New York): Impress your friends when you actually know how to pronounce the Rkatsiteli grape. (It’s r-kat-si-telly). Impress them again when they try this unique, intense, racy wine – limes, minerals, stone fruits, a mild spiciness and some floral notes.
Ameztoi Getariako Txakolina 2007 (Txacoli, Spain): This one’s from the Basque region, where x’s and z’s roam free. Txacoli is both the region and the style – it’s bone dry, with notes of citrus peel, tart Granny Smith apples, minerals, a bit of nuttiness, and a hint of effervescence to keep things lively. Fantastic with shellfish and salty snacks.