Tower Club Argentina Wine Tasting
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - 06:30 PM
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In the year 2000, Americans spent $20 billion on wine. 72% of that was spent on California wines.
I think that when they finish looking into the census numbers for 2010 you will see that number probably going down with the values coming from all over the wine world making a big hit in the value end of the wine market. I have been touting the values coming from Argentina and Chile for quite some time now. What a surprise, were having another Argentina wine tasting....
Tower Club Argentina Wine Tasting at The Tower Club
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
06:30 PM
The star here is the Malbec varietal and this is the only wine producing nation that can make GREAT wines from this ancient Bordeaux varietal. It is this counties extreme altitude that makes it perfect for the Malbec vareital and thus making it possible to make world class wines from Malbec in this unique wine region. Join us as we reveal some of the newest finds from the new up and coming superstars from this exciting new world wine country. The fee for this tasting is $45 for guests and $35 for Tower Club Members, for reservations call 954-523-9463.
The national award-winning Tower Club offers a progressive take on the private club tradition. At the center of Fort Lauderdale's business and financial district, the club provides a private haven for professionals from an extensive list of industries. World-class cuisine, superb personalized service and a gracious environment for entertaining are enhanced by breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the Fort Lauderdale skyline. The Tower Club is one of nearly 200 clubs worldwide owned and operated by ClubCorp, the largest operator of private clubs in the world.
Wine Watch is the host of the Tower Club's regular wine tastings and although the events are not open to the public, as a customer of the Wine Watch you may attend the events.
Tasting Only
6:30 - 7:30 pm
$35.00 per person plus tax
Reservations must be made by calling Wine Watch, 954-523-9463
Dinner Only
7:30 pm
$45 per person plus tax
Reservations must be made by calling Jessica @ the Tower Club, 954-764-8550, ext.230
Seating is limited. Cancellations for the dinner must be made within 48 hours of the event to avoid being billed for the event.
Dinner Menu
First Course
Bisarra Dip with Zahtar, Roasted Red Peppers with Feta, Capers and Preserved Lemons, Baked Aborigines with Honey and Cinnamon
Second Course
Grilled Swordfish Chermoula, Conch and Herb Salad
Third Course
Grilled Moroccan Spiced Lamb Chops, Tagine of Eggplant, Tomatoes, Squash, Peppers, and Onions, dried fruit Coscous
Forth Course
Tree ripen Summer Fruits Pistachio Ice Cream, Candied Nuts
Tasting Wines
Antares - David Ford
2008 Puro Uno Quadro Limited Mendoza
Price: $35
A blend of Malbec, Cabernet, Syrah and Tempranillo Red cherry cranberry like fruit on the nose with notes of fresh flowers and a kind of provence style herbacious note to the bouquet. Very fresh and fruity on the tongue with lots of red berry fruit some light spice notes and good freshness on the finish. Finish 35+ Very Good
2008 Puro Uno Malbec Mendoza
Price: $35
Some nice roasted coffee and sweet tobacco spice blackberry and black cherry plum like fruit on the nose light smoky toasty oak notes. {Plush and smooth texture on the tongue ripe black and red cherry fruit on the tongue, nicely balanced leaves the tongue salivating for food very drinkable style with pretty floral and light spice notes on the finish. Finish 40+ Very Good +
2006 Dolium Andes Peak Cabernet Sauvignon Mendoza
Price: $15 Sale $13.20
Cassis and black currant like fruit on the nose with notes of herbs and fresh earth on the nose. Fresh and clean style of cabernet a real crowd pleaser style very simple and pleasant. Finish 30+ Good
2007 Dolium Andes Peak Malbec Mendoza
Price: $15 Sale $13.20
David Kohl
La Puerta Torrontes 2009
Price: $9.75 Sale $8.58 Case $99
Located alongside olive groves in a 375 acre area owned and operated by VALLE DE LA PUERTA, the vineyards are located in the Famatina Valley, near the town of Chilecito in the province of La Rioja, 3,280 feet above sea level. The climate is semi-arid with large temperature swings between day and night. The soil is a deep sandy-clay of alluvial origin. Drip irrigation from underground wells is used during bud break (Sept.-Oct.), veraison and after the harvest. "Powerful honeysuckle and other floral aromas are characteristic of this unique wine, the grapes for which are grown almost exclusively in Argentina. It has an elegant pale yellow color with hints of green, while on the palate crisp acidity provides a cleanliness and platform for the citrus flavors. Finishes clean and refreshing, with more floral hints."
Fresh white flowers perfume quinnine and white quince and white peach like fruit. A unique flavor profile lots of perfume and floral notes with a light spritz and good freshness on the finish a bit on the sweet side but some will really like this. finish 30+
Alpataco Sauvignon Blanc Reserve Patagonia 2008
Price: $20 Sale $17.60 Case $204
Alpataco is a wild bush that grows in Patigonia, made by Paul Hobbs. Juicy and racy with clean silky mouth feel and lovely fruit balanced and smooth pure and long. Melon and fig fruit on the nose with notes of vanilla cream and some stone like minerality some green grass and an almost watermelon like fruit component, lavender highlights. Fresh melon and fig fruit on the tongue light and refreshing with some nice fruit in the mid palate. Finish 45+
La Puerta Alta Bonarda 2009
Price: $15 Sale $13.20 Case $153
Dark mocha and brown sugar spice burnt wood spice, dark plum. Rich and fruity on the tongue with fresh acidity and dark big and chewy with dark brown sugar and black spices on the finish. good freshness and nice balance. Finish 35+ Very Good
Alpataco Pinot Noir Patagonia 2007
Price: $15 Sale $13.20 Case $153
Alpataco is a wild bush that grows in Patigonia, made by Paul Hobbs. The sight offers red tones which become brick red as time passes by. The nose detects various flowers and red fruit such as raspberry, gooseberry and strawberry, in addition to fine notes of vanilla and cocoa due to the wood. The mouth-feel is round, fruity with sweet tannins and moderate acidity.
Familia Barberis Malbec 2007
Price: $15 Sale $13.20 Case $153
Everything comes together handsomely in this elegant rendering of Argentina's premier red grape. A full, briary nose with dark-berry, earth and chocolate aromas opens to a smooth palate, with very good fruit to wood balance. The finish is solid and spicy, with tangy tannins and pepper notes.
International Wine Imports - Hermes Ortiz
Viejo Vinedo Torrontez 2009
Price: $15 Sale $13.20 Case $153
Caligore Malbec Cabernet Sauvignon Blend Staccato 2005
Price: $16.50 Sale $14.52 Case $168
A delicate blend of two great wine varietals that truly compliment each other when paired together. Brilliant ruby color with purple tones frame the structure and elegance in this fruity wine. Young floral and red fruits aromas on a spicy background are sure to please. Medium structured in the mouth this wine exhibits a sweet and fruity attack, balanced by crisp acidity, and smooth tannins. Malbec and Cabernet combine flavors for a complex and pleasant finish.
Fabre Montmayou Cabernet Sauvignon Patagonia Reserve 2008
Price: $18 Sale $15.84 Case $184
Ruca Malen Malbec 2006
Price: $20 Sale $17.60 Case $204
Lush, chewy Malbec boasting tones of dark berry, coffee, and spice. Crafted of mostly Malbec, with a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot to balance the blend, the wine sees 12 months aging in 80% new French oak, which rounds and enhances the ebullient fruit qualities.
Oyikil Malbec Mendoza 2007
Price: $22.50 Sale $19.80 Case $230
(90 Points) This is a hefty Malbec, its notes of violets and pencil lead darkened by a small amount of cabernet sauvignon and syrah in the blend. The tannins are full, fresh, spicy and tense. A couple years in bottle will restless spirit. Wine & Spirits October 2009
Oyikil Cabernet Sauvignon Mendoza 2007
List $22.50 Sale $19.80 Case $230
(92 Points) A delicious version of Cabernet Sauvignon "a la Vistas Flores", one of the ascendant regions for reds in the Uco Valley, this wine is fresh and full of red fruit. The flavor is close to cherries, with subtle hints of coffee and spices. Those flavors have vertical dimension, arching like an arrow through a fresh and lively finish. Serve this with roast beef or cellar for up to five years. Wine & Spirits October 2009
Antucura Cavulcura Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
List $28.50 Sale $25.08 Case $291
On the nose, the wine reveals ripe fruit aromas, with hints of vanilla, spice and just a touch of earth. On the palate it is extremely well balanced, with chewy tannins and a long finish. The rich, dark notes of boysenberries and cassis are matched by a nice acidity, and the well-structured tannins suggest an aging potential of 10+ years.
Antucura Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon 2003
List $55.00 Sale $48.40 Case $561
Sweet tobacco toasty oak burnt campfire wood, cassis black currants with espresso notes and fresh plowed earth aromas. Heavy toasty smokey notes to the black currant and black cherry kirsch like fruit smooth ripe tannins with good structure and depth of flavors, finishes with a note of chalk with good freshness. Finish 40+ Excellent +
Graziano
2008 Finca La Linda Malbec Mendoza
Price: $10.75 Sale $9.46 Case $110
(82 Points) Modest plum and cherry fruit are backed by mulled spice and earth hints on the finish. Drink now. 83,000 cases made. -JM Wine Spectator Issue: Oct 31, 2009
2007 Luigi Bosca Malbec Reserva Mendoza
Price: $18.75 Sale $16.50 Case $191.25
(90 Points) Dark, with a core of plum, melted fig and iron covered by dark cocoa and espresso. A flash of minerality peeks in on the long, rich finish. Drink now through 2011. 55,000 cases made. -JM Wine Spectator Issue: Oct 31, 2009
2007 Luigi Bosca Malbec DOC Lujan de Cuyo Mendoza
Price: $23.50 Sale $20.68 Case $240
Quantity in Stock: 60
2007 Luigi Bosca Malbec DOC Lujan de Cuyo Mendoza Magnum
Price: $48 Sale $42.24
Quantity in Stock: 60
The DOC "Luján de Cuyo" was created in 1989 with the objective of protecting and regulating the farming and production techniques of the Malbec varietal, which is native of the Luján de Cuyo region. As it happens with the most demanding Denominations of the world, a wine with DOC Lujan de Cuyo certification must comply with a strict protocol that begins at the vineyard and finishes once the wine has been produced, after obtaining the approval of the Regulating Commission.
