White Wines

Question 1

Le Dolci Colline Prosecco

Answer 1

Color: Pale straw yellow
Bouquet: Citrus and green apple nose
Flavor: Delicate and lively on the palate with vivid acidity and a clean finish, gentle effervescence
Ideal aperitif and Bellini ingredient, pairs well with fish, white meat and grilled vegetables

Question 2

Moet & Chandon “Brut Imperial” Champagne

Answer 2

Aromas: Soft and Mature aroma of white fruits such as peaches and pears and hints of nuts. Style: Bright fruitiness, seductive palate and a confident maturity.

Question 3

Snoqualmie Riesling

Answer 3

This Winemaker’s Select Riesling is crisp, refreshing, and bursting with aromas of spicy pear and dried apricots. The richly textured palate is characterized by spice and fruit as well as lingering notes of honey.

Question 4

Barone Fini Pinot Grigio

Answer 4

Soft, round fruit fills the mouth with ripe, juicy flavors. A long finish glides into flavors of ripe apples and lichee nuts. A wine to be enjoyed alone, as an aperitif, or with shellfish fowl and light meals that include vegetarian dishes.

Question 5

Caposaldo Pinot Grigio

Answer 5

Features a dry, crisp, vibrant texture and delicate aromas of white fruit, flowers and almonds. Pairs well with white meats, fish, seafood, pasta dishes and delicate cheeses.

Question 6

Cascina Pioiero Roero Arneis

Answer 6

Luminous crystal clear yellow hue welcomes you into a floral-rich nose,while overtones of peaches and ripe melon flood the palate. Crisp, fresh and dry withimpressively balanced acidity followed by a ripe juicy finish with a hint of tarragon and a minerals through-out.

Question 7

Tenuta Luisa Friulano

Answer 7

Deep goldenyellow in color, apple herb on the nose, crisp acidicty.

Question 8

Guado Al Tasso (Antinori) Bogheri (100% Vermentino)

Answer 8

The wine is characterized by its luminous straw yellow color, by a nose which shows, along with mineral notes, the floral ad citrus aromas typical of the Bolgheri area. It is a fresh, crisp wine, balanced and with a lengthy finish and aftertaste.

Question 9

Vavasour Sauvignon Blanc

Answer 9

A serious, concentrated and expressive wine. Flaunts a powerful bouquet of herbs, tropical fruits, and bright citrus. Ripe stone fruit and deep minerality can hold up to spicier foods.

Question 10

Edna Valley Chardonnay

Answer 10

Edna Valley Vineyard 2011 Chardonnay displays an attractive bouquet of quince, pear, ripe apple, apricot and light pineapple, with underlying brown spice notes of cinnamon and clove. A fresh mouthfeel, hints of vanilla and a bright acidity combine to form a long, pleasing finish in this medium-bodied wine

Question 11

Simi Chardonnay

Answer 11

Simi Chardonnay is characterized by excellent balance, luscious fruit flavors and a long, elegant finish. The wine is produced fully ripe and flavorful fruit with superb concentration and balance thanks to an extended growing season. Lively on the palate with peach, pear, lemon and pineapple, accented with warm spice notes from barrel fermentation and caramel cream.

Question 12

Newton “Red Label” Chardonnay

Answer 12

Enticing notes of ripe pear and green apple mingle with light butterscotch, vanilla and almond aromas. On the palate, ripe pear combines with pie crust and golden delicious apple flavors, accented by a hint of orange zest. The layers of flavor and appealing texture persist throughout the plush creamy finish

Question 13

Chalk Hill Chardonnay

Answer 13

Our Sonoma Coast Chardonnay is light golden in color and displays expressive fruit aromas of yellow apple and tropical fruit complexed by toasty vanilla and crème brulee. The bouquet is pure and direct with guava, nectarine, golden delicious apple and pears. The palate is rich, full and citrusy with traces of butterscotch and vanilla in the finish. The fruit is reined in by great acidity and has a persistent malty flavor.