Join us for a complimentary wine tasting this weekend, hosted by Juliet & Kelly!
On Friday from 12pm - 6pm, we are hosting a pop-up tasting with Sean Brannan of Keermont Vineyards. Keermont Vineyards is a family-owned farm located outside of Stellenbosch, South Africa. They are certified sustainable and they follow a natural and traditional wine making philosophy, using indigenous yeast fermentation, no adjustment to acid or alcohol, maturation in seasoned oak barrels, and bottling by hand without filtration.
We will continue tasting their exceptional wines throughout the weekend, along with a few other favorites sprinkled in. Our weekend tasting will start at 11:30am on Saturday and Sunday, and all bottles will be available for purchase at 10% off retail price.
Find a printable PDF of this week’s tasting notes here.
Kennedy Point Sauvignon Blanc 2018
Origin: New Zealand
Retail: $17.95 | Sale: $16.15
Kennedy Point is a beautiful site of 2.5 acres on the southeastern side of Waiheke Island. Their philosophy of following natural viticulture methods allow them to work with premium quality grapes and use a little interventions as possible in the wine making process. They are fully certified by Organic Farms N.Z. as of August 2010, an organic certification program designed for small producers. Each wine they make are fermented with wild yeast, enhancing the complexity and unique qualities of each wine, which reflects the terroir of the small vineyard. Aromas of sweet tropical fruit, with fresh, tangy citrus and pineapple flavors welcome you into the glass. The finish comes through with crisp and clean acidity.
Sauvignon Blanc
Organic
Keermont Terrasse White 2012
Origin: South Africa
Retail: $22.95 | Sale: $20.65
The Keermont Terrasse 2012 is a white blend which derives its name from the terraced vineyards from which the grapes are harvested. The backbone of this blend is Chenin Blanc from a 40 year old un-irrigated vineyard called ‘Riverside’ and Sauvignon Blanc produced from a 23 year old un-irrigated vineyard called ‘Uitkyk’. This is complimented by additional Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Viognier from younger vineyards. This blend offers aromas of apricot, honey, apple and hazelnut and gentle butterscotch undertones. The wine has a soft entry with ripe citrus and vanilla flavors evolving into a lovely long, dry, earthy finish.
Chenin Blanc | Chardonnay | Sauvignon Blanc | Viognier
Sustainable
Cleto Chiarli Vecchia Modena Lambrusco di Sorbara NV
Origin: Italy
Retail: $18.95 | Sale: $17.05
This dry Lambrusco is super refreshing, with notes of citrus, red cherry, and strawberry fruit. The finish is tart and bright, like perfectly balanced lemonade, washing the palate with each and every sip. In fact, the most difficult thing about this wine may be opening it, since instead of a traditional cage there is a metal clamp over the cork (just insert the knife of your wine key between the clamp and the cork and twist away from you in order to pry it off). A classic pizza pairing!
Lambrusco di Sorbara
Keermont Merlot 2016
Origin: South Africa
Retail: $32.95 | Sale: $29.65
The Keermont Merlot 2016 has a deep ruby red color. Ripe red fruit and liqueur cherry aromas are complimented by classic dusty herb and thatch notes. The palate is dense, but soft. The wine shows good weight with dusty, savory fruit character. Chalky tannins and good natural acid help to maintain a fresh elegance and a long, succulent dry finish.
Merlot | Malbec | Cabernet Sauvignon
Sustainable
Keermont Estate Reserve Red Blend 2014
Origin: South Africa
Retail: $42.95 | Sale: $38.65
The Keermont Estate Reserve is the winery's flagship red blend. With this blend they aim to bring to life the nuances of both the terroir at Keermont Vineyards and the particular vintage. Bright velvet red in the glass, this wine exudes complex aromas of ripe cherry, wild berries, and cloves. On the palate, the wine has a soft entry with an array of flavors: ripe red berries, crushed herbs and spice. There is a dense core which gives the wine good weight on the palate. A full chalky tannin structure is balanced with a long, succulent finish.
Merlot | Cabernet Sauvignon | Cabernet Franc | Malbec | Syrah | Petit Verdot
Sustainable
90 points Robert Parker
93 points Tim Atkin
Keermont Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Origin: South Africa
Retail: $44.95 | Sale: $40.45
The nose is classical and dusty with a complex mix of savory notes: crushed herbs, violets, sandalwood, leather, and some lovely bright red fruit. The palate is fine and yet powerful. Lush spicy red fruit is complimented by blueberry and bramble notes. Powerful tight-knight tannins and bright acidity afford the wine a long succulent finish.
Cabernet Sauvignon | Malbec | Cabernet Franc
Sustainable
95 points Vinous
Miles Rainwater Medium Dry Madeira NV
Origin: Portugal
Retail: $18.95 | Sale: $17.05
Miles Madeira was originally known as Rutherford & Grant, established on the Island of Madeira, in 1814. It has a characteristic madeira bouquet of dried fruits orange peels and notes of wood. Medium dry at first, it follows with an attractive freshness of citrus flavors with a long luxurious finish. Best served chilled as an aperitif or paired with cheeses.
Tinta Negra
90 pts Wine Spectator