SKIRT MAGAZINE AFTER WORK PARTY

Come join us and Skirt Magazine  for an evening of Networking and fun for Skirt Readers and Staff at the Wine Shop at Foxcroft! We'll be featuring Food and Wine Specials for everyone who attends!

  Tutored  French Tasting -     Vintage '59 Imports

Whether French or American, organic, biodynamic, or simply a common-sense sustainable farmer, all of Vintage '59's growers are artisans striving to make the best wines of their appellations while protecting a traditional way of life. Their holistic approach requires a great deal of work  in the vineyard, but it is work that is embraced because  the rewards sought are not so much financial as they are personal and spiritual. The shared belief of this enlighten -ed minority is that all of the extra effort preserves an ecological balance and results in superior fruit. Such fruit, when tempered with deft restraint in the cellar, results in superior wines. Vintage '59's growers' minimalist winemaking practices include extended lees contact to enhance texture and reduce the need for sulfur; minimal racking, fining, and filtration, all of which can strip flavor; and careful use of oak so as not to mask the individual characteristics of grape varieties or terroir. The aim is to let the wine and vineyard site speak rather than the man  or marketplace. While many importers represent a worldwide variety of wines, Vintage '59 focuses on representing cutting edge wines from France- it's what excites us and it's what they know best. We're proud to have them in Charlotte for an evening of great wines. As Vintage '59 says, "perhaps the most important lesson we can provide is that even the best artisan wines don't have to cost you an arm and a leg. It requires only an open mind."  We'll see you at the Shop - don't think about missing this one!!!

THE JUNE FAB FIVE...

Discount Price $15.99 

 

 

 For years Boutari Moschofilero has been an important selling white wine in Greece and, until recently, a virtual unknown in the United States. This wine is produced from 100% Moschofilero grapes grown in high elevation vineyards in the AOC region of Mantinia in the Peloponnese.That was until Tony Terlato discovered it in a blind tasting at Paterno Wines International's corporate headquarters. From his first sip, he believed this little gem, so rich in flavor, was a secret just waiting to be discovered in the United States. Boutari Moschofilero's explosion in sales supports his initial prediction; national press, leading restaurateurs, wine retailers and consumers across the country have embraced this crisp, refreshing white wine with enticing citrus, floral and melon aromas. This is a perfect wine to break your summertime Chardonnay addiction and a perfect patio sipper or companion to seafood. 
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 Acre Chardonnay 2008

(Central Coast) 
   Reg. Price $18.99     

Discount Price $14.99

   

  Santa Barbara County is a stunningly beautiful wine region and is responsible for some of the world's finest Chardonnays. Acre Chardonnay is produced from fruit from two ideally situated vineyards in Los Alamos Valley in the northern part of the county. Temperate climate and cool nights produce grapes with wonderfully concentrated, balanced fruit flavors. Bright tropical aromas of lime, kiwi and even lychee fruit are present complemented by citrus zest and well integrated oak tones. A very smooth Chardonnay with mouthfilling weight that's sure to please everyone. This wine is so new I couldn't find a picture on the web.The bottle is beautiful though; think Far Niente.  If you're looking for a wine that won't break the bank then look no further than Acre. Give it a shot, you won't be disappointed... 
 

 

  Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc 2008

(Te Muna Vineyard, Martinborough) 
Reg Price $28.99

Discount Price $19.99 

As much as New Zealand Sauv Blancs get slack from the average self-styled connoisseur these days, there are still many shining examples of superb Sauvignon Blanc coming from this oft-forgotten isle. Craggy Range has an excellent reputation and stands as a perfect example. RIch and full-bodied with pale straw color with green hints. The aromas are of white peach, citrus and delicate tropical fruits. The mouth filling palate is awash with flavors of fresh apple, nectarine, lime and tropical notes. The flavors are underlined by fine supporting acidity and a chalky texture that leads into a very long, rich and clean lime and passionfruit finish.
 

This blend of 50% Grenache and 50% Syrah is a garnet red color. On the nose, there are red fruit aromas, mainly Morello cherries. In the mouth: well-structured, with sustained tannins. Recommended with all grilled or roast meats. The vineyards of the red Côtes du Rhône Belleruche covers 4 departments (Drôme,Vaucluse, Gard and Ardèche) on different soils (clay and calcareous alluvial deposit terraces, clay?) giving to the Belleruche an extraordinary richness and complexity. Very smooth with the tell-tale pepper notes and raspberry aned garrigue that make CDRs so versitile and easy to enjoy.
 

 

 La Braccescia Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2004
( Tuscany) 

Reg Price $18.99 
Discount Price $14.99 

 

 

The 2004 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is the classic garnet/ruby of Tuscan Sangiovese, and the nose shows focused varietal aromas of plums and red currants, tar, and tobacco. Smooth and supple in flavor, ripe, tarry, and of good size and firmness.Made from a blend of 80% Prugnolo Gentile, 15% Canaiolo Nero and 5% Merlot, Mammolo and Colorino and grown in varied estate vineyards in Montepulciano. The wine was vinified in stainless steel tanks, racked, and completed malolactic fermentation by the end of November. A portion of the wine was aged in 20-50 Hl barrels while a small percentage was aged in 3-year-old barrique for a total of 24 months. This Vino Nobile is deep violet in color with a very intense bouquet that highlights the wine's acidity and excellent extraction. It is beautiful, clean and very big on the palate.