Reds

Question 1

Failla

Answer 1

Pinot Noir
- Willamette, OR
- full bodied pinot, but not like a cab
- peppery, spicy, and vegetative
- premier house

Question 2

Anitinori Peppoli Chianti Classico

Answer 2

Sangiovese
- Tuscany, Chianti Classico, Italy
- Spiciness and slight balsamic
- Duck, swordfish, spice

Question 3

Domaine Jean-Louis Chave

Answer 3

Cotes du Rhone
- Rhone Valley, France
- Gamey, spicy, oregano, medium bodied
- Curry Muscles

Question 4

Chte. de la Terriere Beaujolais - Villages

Answer 4

Gamay
- Burgundy, Beaujolais, France
- Sister to pinot noir, if they’re looking for an American pinot noir.
- Light, Fruity, Vibrant
- pair with salmon, mussels, fried shrimp and shishito peppers

Question 5

Chimney Rock

Answer 5

Cabernet Sauvignon
- Stags Leap, Napa Valley, CA
- 375 mL
- Suggest over Elizaveth Spencer
- rich and savory with plum and black cherry flavors and hints of dried fig, vanilla, and floral.

Question 6

Gaja Dagromis

Answer 6

Barolo
- Piedmont, Italy
- 375 mL
- cherry-like mouthfeel, savory yet sweet entry.
- carbonara

Question 7

Goldeneye

Answer 7

Pinot Noir
- Anderson Valley, CA
- Juicy cherry and bramble berries, with notes of leather and breakfast tea adding nuance

Question 8

Elizabeth Spencer

Answer 8

Cabernet Sauvignon
- Paso Robles, CA
- Stewed fruit, big, jammy
- Classic American wine