Australian Shiraz/Viognier originates in the Riverland region.  The grapes have a highly concentrated flavour, aroma and body.  Blending 90% red and 10% white grapes brings lush balance to this lively, deep ruby wine.  The wine has great structure but the overall impression is soft and velvety.  The long, gentle finish is ripe and appealing with surprising complexity.

Sweetness: 0 (dry)  Alcohol: 12.5-13%  Oak: 120g French  Body: Full

Pacifica White contains Semillon from Australia, Chardonnay from Black Sage Bench in the Okanagan Valley, and Sauvignon Blanc and Viognier from California’s north coast.  It showcases bright fruit, excellent structure and a long layered finish.  Delicious and ready to drink almost immediately this wine has the ability to change with time, evolving notes from one grape to the next.

Sweetness: 1 (off-dry – perfectly balanced and luscious)  Alcohol: 11.5-12%  Oak: none  Body: Medium-Full

We wish you, your friends and family a healthy, successful and happy 2011!  We’re looking forward to the New Year as well – some great new wines to taste and enjoy with friends, and seeing all of our customers.

Congratulations to Bev and Tom who won the Dinner for up to 8 people, prepared and served by Chef Tim Floritto of The Hungry Chef.  Chef Tim and Chef Dave did an incredible job for the Wine Central staff party, so I’m positive Bev and Tom will enjoy their evening as well.

We’ll keep you posted on new events and contests though the year.  Cheers!