Oh, that winter chill and the stress of the holidays. Post Road Liquors knew exactly what I needed to warm up and relax – a nice bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine is just what the Christmas Spirit ordered!
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2014 Black Stallion Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon
COST – $27.99
GRAPE – Cabernet Sauvignon
COUNTRY – California, USA
REGION – Napa
TASTING NOTES – full-bodied and balanced with vibrant aromas of blackberry, plum, vanilla and toasted oak. Concentrated flavors of rich cassis, plum and dark chocolate are present. It pairs well with grilled tenderloin, bleu cheeses, pork chops or duck breast.
TALES FROM A TASTING
I opened this bottle of 2014 Black Stallion Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon while tackling some holiday chores, including that daily “labor of love” managing our silly Elf, Joey Joy.
As a sat amongst cards, lists, and Joey, I lifted my now full glass to my face. A warm aroma floated out of the glass. I took a sip, and rich chocolate hit my tongue and then that warmness that I smelled filled my belly. Oh, the joys of a full-bodied wine!
How do I know dark chocolate? Sure, yeah, from reading the tasting notes. But, I also actually tasted it. I recently learned a trick, and forgive me if I am centuries late to this game, but when tasting the alcohol, let it sit on your tongue without allowing any air to touch it. Take a sip, keep it on the center of your palette and vacuum seal the rest of your mouth, so there isn’t any air, just wine.
The reason is that when air mixes with the wine/spirit, the alcohol evaporates, causing heat and distorting the flavor. So, on the first sip, I kept my trap shut and let the beautiful Cabernet sit in the middle of my tongue. There it was – that chocolate. On the next sip, I gave it swirl around my mouth, mixing with air. Dark berries came to life in my mouth, followed by a nice tannic finish.
Because I wanted a second opinion, I poured Joey a glass. He was totally into it, and if Joey Joy dug The Black Stallion Cabernet Sauvignon you know it’s good! That little bugger is a total pain in the neck, so if he enjoyed a glass, then you will too! You might also want to try this classic cab with my ribeye and crispy Brussels sprouts recipe with a sherry cream sauce. Yum!
Don’t worry, no Elf was hurt during this Wine Wednesday post, and he opted for lemonade for his usual game of morning hide & seek with the kids. 🙂
Cheers!
Check back next week when we’ll have my top 10 favorite wines from 2018!
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Thank you to Post Road Liquors, 44 Boston Post Road Wayland, MA, for recommending this Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as their expertise!
Stop in to experience the first class service and selection. You can also find the same excellent services at their other locations, as follows:
Upper Falls Liquors
150 Needham Street
Newton, MA 02462
(617) 969-9200
Needham Wine & Spirits
1257 Highland Avenue
Needham, MA 02492
(781) 449-1171
Auburndale Wine & Spirit
2102 Commonwealth Avenue
Newton, MA 02466
(617) 244-2772
Don’t take yourself too seriously. 😉
