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We never say “wine keg” or “draft wine” Instead, we refer to our tap wine system as:
“Wine on Tap” & “Reusable Barrel”
A guest asks for a light red wine, which two should you recommend?
Duckhorn Pinot Noir, N2
What four wines are served on tap?
Brewer Clifton Chardonnay
Round Pond Sauvignon Blanc
Fisticuffs Cabernet
N2 Langhe Rosso
How should you describe the difference between our two Chardonnay wines by the glass?
Lulu is aged in stainless steel- unoaked & crisp
Brewer Clifton is aged in barrels- oaky & buttery
How should you describe the difference between our two Sauvignon Blanc wines by the glass?
Round Pond is a fantastic Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc, with crisp, refreshing fruits & a slight mineral finish.
Comte La Fond is a wonderful Sancerre & has a pronounced mineral finish.
Does wine on tap taste different from wine from a bottle?
Some experts make different arguments. We have selected wines to serve on tap that work very well with this system
The N2 is an interesting addition to your list- please describe it more.
The N2 Langhe Rosso is a blend of 3 Italian grapes- Barbera/Dolcetto/Nebbiolo. The grapes are very different, making it a nuanced well balanced wine. It is black fruit, strawberries, roses & wet rocks all mixed together. The grapes are harvested in Italy and shipped to Northern California, where the winemaker makes the blends and distributes only in reusable barrels.
What kind of Rosé is Red Car?
Rosé of Pinot Noir
Cowhorn is a Rhône-blend. What does this mean?
Cowhorn vineyard is in Oregon. The grapes used to make the blend are descendent of the Rhône wine region in Southern France. Specifically, it is a blend of Viognier/Marsanne/Roussanne grapes.
The Prisoner is a red blend. What grapes are used to make the wine?
Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Charbono
Terry Hoage is a red blend. What grapes are used to make the wine?
Grenache, Syrah
