Monday, May 16, 2011
Muscadet
2005 Ch. Du Cleray Melon – This township lies in France’s Loire Valley. The maritime influence from the nearby Atlantic gives this wine its distinctive salty mineral qualities. It’s racy, has a little prickle (effervescence) and pairs well with seafood. It’s palette-cleansing and! Normally, the juice from white wine never comes in contact with the grapes skins. Since the juice sees contact with the lees (skins) the wine gives off a natural carbon dioxide. The latter process is known as Sur Lie. Last tasted 2007 Drink now
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Wine and Waves
I'm lucky to be a 31-year-old surf punk that gets to sample rare wines like the 1922 Pol Roger, the 1959 Petrus and the 2001 D.R.C. Richebourg--that doesn't mean those wines are always good, or worth the price. Since I've worked as a sommelier (in Monterey, CA) for high-end restaurants like Casanova, the Sardine Factory, and Marinus, I've honed my palate and I can choose a good bottle that won't break the bank. When I have enough time and money, I like to travel with my girl Lindsay Jackson to places with great wine and waves. I'm a certified sommelier (Court of Master Sommeliers) and am available to drink wine. Call: 831-521-8606 or e-mail: pwetterau@gmail.com
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