Below are the April, 2007 Featured Wines for the Wines by Jennifer Wine Club.

White Wine 2005 "Genie" White Blend Muse Winery California   Muse Winery in Murphys, California developed Genie to be fresh, bright, and easy to drink, while focusing on quality and value. How does Muse accomplish this? By following these philosophical themes: (1) choose premium grapes and wine from across California’s premier vineyards (with special emphasis on vineyards in the Sierra Foothills), (2) blend the grapes toward the single goal of producing a fresh, fruit-forward taste profile, NOT in maintaining the over-used single-grape paradigm, (3) produce wines that are at their flavor peak upon release. No need to age – just enjoy! Probably the most distinctive element of the Muse philosophy, however, is the fact that they conscientiously change the blends with every vintage! Thus, you will never become bored with Muse, because there is always something different - and even more exciting - waiting in the next barrel. The 2005 Genie has floral and perfume notes. It is a crisp, refreshing blend of Chardonnay, Muscat Canelli, and Sauvignon Blanc. Great by the pool, on the deck, or with any spicy food. Don’t forget this unique bottle: a distinctive shape and a distinctive closure - a releasable bar cork (like they use in port wine closures) – no corkscrew necessary! Think of what you can do with the bottle after you finish the wine: bath oil container, olive oil for your kitchen counter top, dry herb mixtures that you use frequently for cooking, just to name a few.

Red Wine 2004 "Innominato" Red Blend Cennatoio Winery Toscana, Italy   Cennatoio is a wine estate that Leandro and Gabriella Alessi have managed since 1971. Cennatoio commands a stupendous view of the Chianti countryside, its hills blanketed by vineyards and olive orchards and dotted by churches, castles and scattered stands of mighty oaks. The special character of the soil, which is marly, stony and hard to work, and its exposure to the south (ideal for varieties like Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Trebbiano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay) contribute in decisive fashion to the production of wines that are fine, robust and endowed with a delicate scent of iris. Innominato is made from Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in percentages that change according to the vintage. It is deep ruby-red in color with intense, fruity aromas that hint at cherry jam, dark currants and a touch of green pepper. This wine is suited for all main dishes because it is pleasant, smooth, and well balanced. A long, lingering cherry finish on the palate shows a slight hint of licorice. This wine is still a bit young, so try a bottle now, but stock up your cellar to enjoy bigger rewards later.

 

Wines by Jennifer is also proud to announce our new "Cellar Club", featuring a new wine each month suitable for long-term aging. Call the shop and ask for Jennifer for all the details on this exciting new Club, or visit our Featured Cellar Club Wine page for details on this month's selection.

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