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Olympic-Themed Tasting Menu

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This menu changes tomorrow, but I’m quite proud of it, so I thought I’d share anyway…

Theme: 2008 Summer Olympics

Complimentary Tasting

2007 Viognier, Kathy’s Cuvee, Appellation Series $18
While there may be controversy over the uniforms for women playing beach volleyball,
you won’t question the peaches, apricots, and honeysuckle in this wine

2005 Zinfandel, Aparicio Vineyard, Amador County $25 ON SALE $17.50
Like an arrow being shot during the archery competition,
this Zin will pierce with its black pepper, figs, and vanilla

2006 Syrah, Abba Vineyard, Lodi $25
In honor of the dancing queen, drink a glass of smoky vanilla and black currants
while watching the floor exercise portion of gymnastics

*Reserve Flight - $8.00 *
Complimentary to club members

2005 Zinfandel, Harris Kratka Vineyard, Alexander Valley $35 ON SALE $24.50
Since polo was removed, we’ll settle for the equestrian discipline of jumping,
as we enjoy the chestnut, black cherry, and mocha this one has to offer

2006 Zinfandel, Annette’s Reserve, Redwood Valley $35
Just as synchronized swimming is a beautiful sport, so is Annette,
and the wine named after her, with its blueberry, anise, clove, and Szechwan pepper

2005 Syrah, Atoosa Vineyard, Sonoma County $35 ON SALE $24.50
Even though winners in wrestling have a habit of throwing down their medals,
this Syrah stand on the podium with strong acidity, plums, and meatiness

2006 Petite Sirah, Rockpile Road Reserve, Rockpile $45
When it comes to weightlifting, this one is a heavyweight—
full of lovely coffee, anise, blueberry, and graphite

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Posted in weekly tasting menu on August 21st, 2008

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One Response to “Olympic-Themed Tasting Menu”

  1. john witherspoon Says:
    August 26th, 2008 at 5:36 am

    great Olympic descriptors for you wines!!

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