WINE KNOW

by VINCENT R. NOVELLO JR.

Wine, Like Life, is always Changing

PRH Life

A familiar phrase we hear when opening a bottle of wine is, ‘Give it time to breathe.’ Wine is a living thing and is constantly changing, as is life. Wine changes in the bottle. Wine changes when it is opened. Wine changes when it is poured. Wine even changes while you are drinking it.

Wine evolves based on the environment (temperature, humidity), but mostly, it is time that has the most effect. In order to enjoy the full complexity of the wine, give it time after opening. You will enjoy a pleasant surprise experiencing the many favorable attributes that surface.

So, as we are going through these challenging times, let us be reminded that, like wine, this, too, will change. And we are counting on it to be for the better.

Wine Recommendations

REDS LIONEL OSMIN Malbec $10

JEFF CARREL HARDY Red $10

CASTELLO DI GABBIANO Chianti $14

DRESSAGE Pinot Noir $12

ZUCCARDI Cabernet Franc $13

…and remember “Never save your good wine for tomorrow!” For more information contact Vincent Novello Vinoinfo824@aol.com

Vincent Novello has been making his own wine since 1997 and has competed in and judged the annual Vendemmia. His 2008 Brunello took first and second place in the competition. Today, Novello serves as the Vendemmia’s contest director.

ROSE CANTINA ZACCAGNINI Dry Rose $15

WHITES CHATEAU HAUT MOURIN Sauvignon Blanc $10 LAROQUE Chardonnay $12 LAFACE NOVELLUM Chardonnay $13 VOUVRAY CHENIN Blanc Blend $14