Memorial Day is behind us, and so are the heavier wines of Spring. It’s Summer! As the clothes get lighter, so does the Vino. We know you don’t have a lot of cash weighing down your wallet these days, so we came up with a few suggestions that will keep you refreshed and won’t break the bank. Rooftop BBQ or picnic in the park? Pick up a few bottles on this list to bring along. Just remember the cardinal rule of bringing a summery wine to these events: if you drink the entire bottle yourself, you won’t be invited next time.
1. Château de Campuget Tradition Rosé – Summer without Rosé is like beach volleyball without the beach: hot, harsh, and just plain stupid. This refreshing blend of 30% Grenache Noir and 70% Syrah pairs perfectly with hearty BBQ or lighter Thai alike. Most importantly, it reminds you what summer is all about: sipping Rose while artfully avoiding having to actually play beach volleyball. It’s available at Crush Wines & Spirits (153 East 57th Street, 212.980.9463), and the suggested retail is only $10.99.
2. Cloudline Pinot Noir – If you’re looking for a lighter red, reach for Cloudline Pinot Noir, with a suggested retail of $19.99. The Oregon wine maker has come up with a laid-back, fruity red that is perfect to sip when you’re lying back in a field and gazing at the clouds. It’s also good for the New York version of cloud gazing: sitting on your roof, leaning back, and looking in the windows of the apartment across the way. Get some at Sherry Lehmann (505 Park Ave, 212.838.7500).
3. Giesen Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc – We admit it: we have a weakness for Sauvignon Blanc. It’s like our version of kryptonite. One sniff of this crisp and lively label from Marlborough (home of the best Blancs) and suddenly our powers are gone. We are just a mere mortal, wearing a cape and enjoying a flavorful white. That reminds us, it’s after Memorial Day. Time to switch to the white cape! Giesen is available at Garnet Wine & Liquor (929 Lexington Ave New York, 212.772.3211).
4. Enrique Foster Ique – Enrique Foster produces his wine right in the center of the world’s premier location for Malbec. At $11.99 a bottle, you’ll definitely be able to tell that he has access to some prime real estate. The Ique is fresh and young, like that starter apartment you could buy if you didn’t spend all your money on great wine. It’s also available at Sherry Lehmann.
5. Nederburg Lyric – This South African combines hints of green peppers with flavors of peach and apricot to create perhaps the best vino value on the list. It’s only $10.99, but beware. Like the brand’s name suggests, you’ll want to sing after a few glasses. We highly doubt that your friends at the BBQ will be impressed with your rendition of Toto’s Africa. Get the deal at Manley’s Wines & Spirits (35 Eighth Ave, 212.242.3712).
* be happy together is good enough. I am not asking for things that I could never get.
Posted by: taobao china | January 20, 2011 at 10:42 PM