2004 Garlider Sylvaner ($19.99) Born in 1974, Christian Kerschbaumer is a rising star in Valle Isarco and Alto Adige viticulture, with about 5 acres of vineyards (15% red and 85% white grapes). We are proud to introduce you to his wines. The Sylvaner has a rich bouquet and shows a juicy palate with green apples, citrus and minerals and almost a little saltiness on the vibrant finish. Try with hard cheeses or a tomato, basil and mozzarella salad.
2004 Garlider Muller-Thurgau ($18.99) Both of this and the Sylvaner above received 2 Full Glasses in the 2006 Gambero Rosso. The Muller-Thurgau is probably one of the best I’ve tasted in a long time. Spicy, with a white peppercorn, flint and slate mingling with white fruit and herbs. This is a very dynamic wine that will marry well with a cold tomato and garlic soup or dishes featuring avocado.
2004 Dorigo Pinot Grigio ($17.95) This wine was made in all stainless steel, and extended contact with the lees gives this a richness few Pinot Grigios have. The palate will bring you that classic Friulian terroir with green apples, a touch of almond and that great 2004 acidity. The perfect wine for your Mother’s day brunch.
2004 Dorigo Cabernet Franc ($15.99) Yes cab franc from Italy! It
has been grown in Fruili for centuries. Forget about this grape varietal from France or California! This is a GREAT example of what cabernet franc is all about: spicy, blackberries, blueberries and cassis with
black pepper and a hint of mint on the finish. Throw a steak on
the barbeque. —Mike Parres