Bernadett Fideli
A sweat-laden workout at the fitness center, an intense round of golf, an exhausting game of tennis or pickleball, such is a typical morning routine for many Robson residents. What can be more relaxing than an afternoon delight of wine tasting? Charlene Cottingham and Linda Sorg invited the Wine Stewards to experience Robson’s most requested wines and to sample some of their newest. A delightful thought and a delightful afternoon provided the Wine Stewards with some very exceptional and unusual wines and wineries. Mateo, a valued member of the Wild Horse Grill wine staff, conducted the tasting. Several wines intrigued and captivated us.
Saved Rosé from California represents a collaboration between contemporary artist Scott Campbell and winemaker Clay Brock. Together they have created exceptional wine blends that represent the freedom achieved when committing to your passions and symbolizes the life stories that are often saved over a bottle of wine. The Rosé is dry, crafted primarily from Grenache, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese. It offers aromas of white peach, with notes of tangerine, strawberries and green apple. Truly a crisp, refreshing wine, it is adorned with a label designed by a tattoo artist that is unforgettable.
StoneCap wines are handcrafted entirely from estate grown grapes from the renowned Goose Ridge Estate Vineyard in Washington State’s Columbia Valley. Owned by the Monson family, the vineyards have been developed over four decades under the guidance of Dr. Walter Clore, the “father” of the Washington wine industry. StoneCap Chardonnay is refreshing and lively with floral and tropical fruit aromas that blend with flavors of star fruit, citrus and green apple.
Substance Cabernet Sauvignon is a classic Cabernet with notes of currant, blackberry and touches of chocolate. It is full-flavored and comes from the Columbia Valley Charles Smith winery. Charles Smith is the only person to have received Winemaker of the Year distinctions by both Wine Enthusiast (2014) and Food and Wine (2009). According to Charles Smith, the “wine is so darn good, he should up the price.” We agree.