Bid Adieu To Summer!
As we approach Labour Day, the unofficial end of summer 🍂, we bid adieu to carefree days and welcome the return of school for students and teachers alike. It's the time when everyone starts winding up their idyllic vacations. Now, you may have heard the old rule about not wearing white after the first weekend of September, but let's be honest; fashion has evolved, and individual style reigns supreme. So, whether you're a fashionista, a daredevil, or just plain don't care, feel free to rock those white outfits whenever you please!
Now, let's talk about wine because, like fashion, the rules are quite flexible, if not completely relaxed. While some folks reserve their rosés for the sunniest September days, most of us start looking for comfort in our wardrobe, food, and wine choices. It's the season for loose clothing with longer sleeves, hearty stews and casseroles, and wines that offer more body and a touch less crispness. Luckily, you can find this cozy wine experience in both whites and reds, without feeling too weighed down (figuratively speaking, of course).
Let's start with two versatile wines that have something to please everyone, thanks to their clever blend of three grape varieties. Our Australian Style Cabernet Shiraz Merlot blend is like a symphony of flavors with hints of pepper spice, leather, violets, and a burst of blackberries, cassis, and vanilla. It's gracefully accompanied by velvety tannins, making it a perfect match for braised beef, prime rib, and roasted lamb. Don't forget to sneak a bit of this wine into your braising liquid or pan gravy for a culinary masterpiece!
On the other hand, our Winemaker’s Trio White is a harmonious blend of Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscat. Each grape variety adds its own unique charm: floral and citrus notes from the Pinot Grigio, grassy freshness from the Sauvignon Blanc, and a tropical fruit and lychee explosion from the Muscat. This balanced medley complements zesty stir-fries, grilled salmon, pork dishes, or creamy pasta creations.
If you're looking for wines that can stand on their own as the days and nights turn cooler, our New Zealand Style Sauvignon Blanc and Italy Style Sangiovese have you covered. The Sauvignon Blanc may appear light in the glass, but it surprises your taste buds with intense grapefruit peel, fresh-cut grass, and hints of herbs and mint. It's refreshingly versatile, pairing beautifully with roast chicken, goat cheese and mushroom crepes, or an avocado shrimp salad.
Meanwhile, our Italy Style Sangiovese transports you to the charming villages and rolling hills of Tuscany. With aromas of tobacco, cherries, and ripe plums, it's like a sip of Tuscany in a glass. As you savor blackberries and vanilla on your palate, consider pairing it with pappardelle, fennel sausage, or a comforting Ribollita soup made with beans, cabbage, onions, and carrots.
So, whether you dare to flaunt a white ensemble outside or cozy up indoors in your roomy sweats, remember that an autumn day (even while it's still summer on the calendar) feels just right with a glass of fall wine. Let pumpkin spice wait for another month, and here's to sweater weather and wine! Cheers! 🍷🍂