The Grapevine, Salem, MA
Tasted Thursday, November 15, 2007 by cgrimes with 635 views
Margaret and I were happy to attend our first gathering as part of the group and what an introduction it was. Having little experience with Italian whites and Super Tuscans, I was not fully prepared for what was to come. The whites overall were as forgettable as the Super Tuscans were memorable. They are the ultimate Old World seductresses. While I would not have a cellar full of them, Man, were they good (and accessable), even at such a young stage. The company was great and the tasting courses complimented the wine well.
Served with bruchetta.
Served with shrimp with a humus-like chick pea puree and extra virgin olive oil.
Served with an asian duck ravioli with a ginger, reduction.
Served with beef mini steaks.
Served with profiteroles.
2006 Conardo Prosecco Brut 89 Points
Italy, Veneto / Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Prosecco
Good bubbles. Nose of pear. Palate of smooth pear, slight yeast. Lower in acidity than the Zardetto. Less complex but more pleasing. Great aperitif.
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NV Zardetto Prosecco Brut 86 Points
Italy, Veneto / Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Prosecco
Larger bubbles. Toasty, pear, apple. Decent acidity. Most including me preferred the Conardo for the same price.
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