Tasting & Artist Reception for Paul Keim and… Irish Whiskey!
March 14th, 2012|
Sure, you could hole up tonight, heat up leftovers, and watch “Survivor” — but we’ve got a better idea…Come gaze upon artist Paul Keim’s breathtaking depictions of some of nature’s fine-feathered survivors, and toast them with a few of our favorite pieces of art, too… 2010 Domaine Marcel Deiss Blanc – Alsace, France - $20Jean-Michel Deiss has been famous (and sometimes, even a little infamous), for his celebration and adherence to field blends, mixing up grape varietals in the ground and the tank. He also likes to push the envelope for picking, too, letting his grapes hang a little longer to develop intense flavors and mouthfeel, like in this mostly Riesling, 13-varietal blend. There’s some Pinot Blanc and Gewurztraminer in the mix, lending to an intensely aromatic, richly ripe, pure, and delicious white with notes of pear and star anise. Spice-rubbed roasted turkey breast is terrific with this! 2009 Domaine Marcel Deiss Riesling – Alsace, France – $24Seared sea scallops with lime-zest butter and ginger. Mmmm. That’s what you want to eat with this focused, zesty Riesling. The ginger complements this wine’s slightly off-dry nature, and the lime butter gets a double-shot of oomph from the lime-citrus notes inherent in the wine — and the great acidity that cuts through the fat. 2009 Oreana “Sugar Mountain Vineyard” Zinfandel – Paso Robles, CA - $17The amazing mountain terrain in the Central Coast’s Paso Robles appellation is great ground for some stunning, sultry Zinfandel. Oreana’s small-case production (a little over 500 were made of the 2009) is rife with red plums, cherries, and a zippy bit of pomegranate. Ripe, but balanced and fresh, we really dig this with cherry-glazed, slow-cooked pork shoulder. 2009 CS Cellars Vindetta Red - Napa, CA – $20The blend is of 70% Zinfandel, 12% Petite Sirah, 10% Syrah, an 8% Cabernet Sauvignon is a powerhouse of rich, ripe fruit–think black cherries and blackberries, with a bit of meaty smokiness and espresso notes on the finish, too. If you’re a fan of short ribs, this is a great date for it, or a kosher-salt rubbed rib-eye on the grill (now that the weather is permitting, thank goodness!). 15% off featured wines during the tasting!
Don’t Get Your Knickers in a Twist!
Friday, Mar 16th, 6-9pm
 Shane on you if you don’t drink a dram.
Jameson $11 (200ml hip flask); $18 (375ml half-btl)The classic! Ol’ Jameson’s is one of those hip-pocket whiskies (not meaning flasks, but, you know, we wouldn’t stop you) – smooth and sultry enough to sip neat and easy going enough to mix up in cocktail. We like its mellow fruitiness and combo of mild spice and vanilla bean notes from the time it spends divided between sherry and bourbon casks.
Tullamore Dew (1Ltr) – $32Tully has inviting aromas of lemon, spice and vanilla followed by light and sweet citrus flavors with some grassy notes. This is a smooth, easy-sipping Irish whiskey with depth that’s triple-distilled and aged in oak. The finish lingers warm and toasty, perfect on it’s own or with a little soda water. Bushmills 10 Yr Old (750ml) – $38.40A big step up from the standard Bushmills at just a fraction more because of our steep double discount). Triple distilled from 100% malted barley and matured for a minimum of 10 years, mainly in Bourbon-seasoned barrels. Aromas of honey, vanilla and milk chocolate introduce a soft, easy mouthfeel that carries a hint of toasted oak. Finishes crisp and clean. Redbreast Pure Pot Still 12 Yr Old Irish Whiskey (750ml) – $54The crown jewel of the esteemed Midleton Distillery, this Irish Whiskey is from the same distillery that produces Jameson’s. Redbreast has a big butterscotchy, brown sugar flavor with pronounced peppery notes, and a finish as long and smooth as a well-told Irish story. Knickers Irish Cream Whisky (750ml) – $17.50Made in Abbeyleix, Ireland. Makes the best Irish coffee! Other products on sale that won’t be in the tasting:
Bushmills (750ml) – $28
Bushmills 16 Yr (750ml) – $80
Bushmills 21 Yr (750ml) – $110
10% off Knicker’s and ALL Irish whiskies through Saturday (that’s St. Pat’s Day, kids) and during the tasting, of course.
Can’t make it in? The luck of the Irish is with you – give us a ring and we’ll honor the discount on phone orders, too.
Sláinte!
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Join us Wednesday, March 14th, starting at 6pm to welcome our new artist, Paul Keim! 
