Join us this weekend for a complimentary wine tasting, hosted by Juliet & Kelly!
This week, we are highlighting three wines from family-owned Rosemont of Virginia Vineyards in LaCrosse, VA. Our remaining lineup is either certified organic or biodynamic, ranging from a Burgundian Chardonnay to a Prioriat. Starting at 11:30am on Saturday and Sunday, all wines will also be available for purchase at 10% off retail price.
Find a printable PDF of this week’s tasting notes here.
Rosemont Brut Nature 2017
Origin: Southern Virginia
Retail: $19.95 | Sale: $17.95
Now on its sixth generation, the 450 acre Rosemont Estate has been in the Rose Family since 1858, with patriarch Stephen turning the historic family farm into a vineyard in 2003. Son Justin is the wine maker, and his wife Aubrey is their marking manager. All of their wines are 100% estate grown, produced and bottled on site. Their 2017 Sparkling White is made with Chardonel, a hybrid grape created by crossing Seyval and Chardonnay. They produce this wonderfully dry sparkling with zero dosage using the Charmat method, and it is unfiltered to give it more depth and body.
Chardonel
Rosemont Block A 2018
Origin: Southern Virginia
Retail: $19.95 | Sale: $17.95
After losing half of their Pinot Grigio to the rains that soaked most of the East Coast in 2018, winemaker Justin Rose decided to do a 50/50 blend with Chardonel and to name it for the site where the varietals are grown. The result is a fresh white wine with aromas of green apple, citrus, and a touch of white pepper. The palate is medium bodied with subtle hints of tropical notes and a mouth-watering finish with plenty of acidity.
Pinot Grigio | Chardonel
Domaine de la Croix Senaillet Saint-Veran 2017
Origin: France
Retail: $21.95 | Sale: $17.75
Maurice and Claudia Martin arrived in Davayé in the 1960’s and took over a few parcels of vines. Today their sons, Richard and Stéphane, run their family winery and have since converted all of the vineyards to organic. This is the estate's best-known bottling, representing an assemblage of 30 parcels that are spread over 17 hectares. The wine is crisp and fresh offering a delicious bouquet of white flower, peach, citrus and mineral aromas. The palate is rich and concentrated showing ripe apples, litchee and citrus fruits with hints of spice.
Chardonnay
Organic.
San Vito Chianti 2018
Origin: Italy
Retail: $14.95 | Sale: $13.45
Since 1982 San Vito has been cultivating its crops in accordance with organic principles, producing its wines and olive oils without any use of weed-killers, pesticides, or synthetic chemical treatments. From 1985 on, all of San Vito's offerings have been certified organic. Made from organically grown Sangiovese, this Chianti offers earthy aromas of red berry, underbrush and scorched soil. The lively palate offers raspberry, cinnamon and white pepper notes alongside supple tannins.
Sangiovese
Organic.
Domaine Chaume-Arnaud Vinsobres 2015
Origin: France
Retail: $23.95 | Sale $21.55
Domaine Chaume-Arnaud is a family-owned and operated estate in the southern part of the Rhône wine region. This estate flagship wine has a fresh nose with notes of plums and cedar. A solid core of dry black currant and black plum fruit is complimented with hints of briar-bramble and leather on the palate. It’s full bodied and smooth, with ample structure that is backed by velvety tannins, leaving behind a rich, satisfying mouthfeel and lingering finish.
Grenache | Syrah | Mourvèdre | Carignan
Biodynamic.
90 Points Wine Enthusiast
Alvaro Palacios "Les Terrasses" Priorat 2016
Origin: Spain
Retail: $46.95 | Sale: $42.25
One of the original producers to rekindle the Priorat in the 90's, Alvaro has been the biodynamic leader in Spain. While originally conceived as a value wine, Les Terrasses has slowly evolved into the essence of what makes Priorat special, sourcing from 80 different vineyards in eight different villages—many of them north-facing to avoid the intense afternoon sun. The palate is round and tender while offering bright cherry and plum flavors, with notes of black olive and wild herbs. Firm tannins and gentle but bright acidity provide a graceful
definition to the wine.
Garnacha | Cariñena
Biodynamic.
91 Points Wine Spectator | 93 Points Wine Advocate
Rosemont Winery and Capitoline Vermouth NV
Origin: Virginia
Retail: $24.95 | Sale: $22.45
A true collaborative effort that starts with wine grown and produced by Rosemont Vineyards that is fortified with brandy, infused with local herbs, citrus peel and other aromatics. These efforts result in a smooth, well balanced and unique small batch vermouth. It has a rich aroma and flavor that can be enjoyed on its own, over ice, or in your favorite cocktail such as a Manhattan, Gin & Tonic or even an Aperol Spritz with Rosemont Brut!
Traminette