Northern Italian Varietals Tasting

August 19th, 2010Uncategorized No Comments

At tonight’s tasting, from 6-9 PM, we will be pouring three wines featuring the grapes of Northern Italy, an idyllic region home to some of the most crave-able flavors of the world.


2009 ST. MAGDALENA PINOT GRIGIO, ALTO ADIGE, ITALY:
Pinot Grigio can often leave a drinker wishing for more… this one from Alto Adige exceeds expectations. Ripe, fresh fruit is balanced with a lively minerality. Crisp and clean, this wine pairs beautifully with the freshest catch of the day.  $18
2006 TENUTA DI BLASIG MERLOT, FRIULI, ITALY:
Winemaker Elisabetta Sarcinelli is the seventh generation of the same family behind Friuli’s Tenuta di Blasig Vineyard, operating since 1788. Her Merlot is a real steal- it’s full, fragrant, and slightly herbaceous on the nose. Drinking it brings to mind wild woodland berries. It pairs beautifully with poultry and game dishes.  $13

And tonight’s wild card…
2009 MASSICAN “ANNIA”, NAPA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA:
This extra-special, spirited Napa Valley white blend is made up of three grapes generally grown in Italy’s Friuli region.  Friulano Tocai lends a unique floral quality, Chardonnay adds a fresh acidity, and Ribolla Gialla gives it some depth and structure. A favorite among the Dandy staffers, Steve claims it is “the best white wine I’ve tasted this year!” We have only a handful of bottles at the shop, as only 238 cases were produced, and we’re really excited to share one with you tonight!  $29


As always, we’ll also be serving cheese and Scratchbread!

TERRIFIC THURSDAY TASTING!

July 8th, 2010Uncategorized No Comments
What a wonderful week it has been for international sport-the World Cup final
has been decided!

Sadly for France, they will not be competing; However, this Thursday from 6-9, Dandelion will be showcasing bottles far superior to their 2010 squad.

Importer Bertrand Demontoux will be here to pour three new additions to the Dandy shelves. All organic and from small producers, we’re sure you’ll find at least one winner.


The Team:


CLOS D’YVIGNE 2008 “PRINCESSE DE CLEVES” BERGERAC BLANC $15

This unique white blend (50% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Semillon, 20% Muscadelle) really stood out to us when we first tasted it. Dry, tangy, and herbaceous, we noticed a hint of fresh mint on the finish.This complex and rich white will really surprise you and we think it’s a must try this Summer.

GEFFARD AND GUILBAUD 2008 “EQUILIBRIUM” $14.50

A Dandelion staff favorite, this 50/50 blend of Gamay Noir and Cabernet Franc from the Loire Valley really expresses the best qualities of both grapes. A perfect balance of ripe, red fruit and dry, dusty earth, this wine is sure to be a year round favorite.

CHATEAU LES CROISILLE 2007 “TRADITION” MALBEC $15

“Tradition” is a feisty yet refined Cahors Malbec, and a touch of Merlot adds a silky quality to the typically strong tannins found in wines of this region. Dark fruit, spice, and earth in equal parts- definitely a good one to pick up next time you plan to throw some meat on the grill.


And our tasting wouldn’t be complete without delicious CHEESE! Seeya tonight, while supplies last!


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(between India and Java)

Greenpoint, Brooklyn

347.689.4563

WINE TASTING 6-9 AND IMPORTANT NEWS

June 11th, 2010Uncategorized No Comments

NEWS FLASH:

3 WEEK NOTICE!!!

Starting July 1st, our weekly wine tastings will be held on
THURSDAYS from 6-9 PM, instead of Fridays.

There are many reasons for this change, but the main reason is to give better service to our customers on Friday evenings.  It has come to our attention, that some shoppers aren’t getting the help they need due to the large crowds that the tastings attract.
We hope this won’t cause too much confusion or gripe…
instead, think of it as the weekend getting started a day earlier!
Everything else will remain exactly the same…
a great opportunity to taste wine, a table full of  cheese, and of course good times.

We’d love to hear any comments or concerns you may have, feel free to drop us a note… dandelionwinenyc@gmail.com.

NOW FOR TONIGHT’S TASTING:

TENUTA CARRETA PIOBESI D’ALBA GAVI
A lush and perfectly lovely white wine from Piedmont… perfect for a summer breezy day.  $18

TIBURZI GUSTAVO COLLE SCANCELLATO
80% Sangiovese and 20% Ciliegiolo.  Richly textured and deeply colored with blackberry and cherry notes.  Very smooth.  And being from Umbria, this wine is a great value at $13

CANTINE FEDERICIANE MONTELEONE PENISOLA SORRENTINA GRAGNANO
Excerpt from New York Magazine July 12, 2009:
Italians, it turns out, aren’t big on vino with pizza. Beer, yes (Peroni, usually). Even Coke. There is one rather obscure exception: Gragnano, the frizzante red that comes from the town of the same name on the Sorrento Peninsula outside of Naples. Drunk young and served chilled, Gragnano has a touch of sweetness, a smoky finish, and a slight effervescence that cuts the fattiness of cheese and oil. David Orange, president of Brooklyn-based importer Wine Emporium, started bringing in Cantine Federiciane Monteleone Penisola Sorrentina Gragnano five years ago, and describes the blend as “inky, grape-y, and similar to Lambrusco, with smaller bubbles.” $17
COME TASTE!

Tasting Tonight – 9/25 MARQUITA IS COMING …

September 25th, 2009Cabernet Sauvignon, Falanghina, Friday Night Tastings, Grape Varieties, Italy, Merlot, Nero d'Avola, Rueda, Sicily, Spain, Syrah/Shriaz, Uncategorized, Verdejo No Comments

She’s pretty, she’s a bundle of laughs, and her wine rocks! Read the rest of this entry »

Happy Thanksgiving from Dandy!

November 25th, 2008Uncategorized No Comments

I love Thanksgiving.  It might be my favorite holiday; 

no religion, no presents, no Hallmark ya-da-ya, no crazy decorations or sing-a-longs 

(although I do love a good sing-a-long, I wouldn’t ever want to discourage one)… 

it’s just a day to stop, be with the people you love, eat, drink, and give thanks.  

A beautiful idea, and one that is particularly important in times like these.  

So THANK YOU for all of your support you’ve shown dandelion wine and HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! Read the rest of this entry »

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