There's a new wine store in Nicholasville. Frankly, it seems entirely too nice and upclass to be downtown Nicholasville. I wish them much success. I went in there yesterday, and was very very impressed, both with the store itself, as well as the staff, who are very knowledgeable. They were doing a Yalumba wine taststing (Oxford Landing, I believe it was) in honor of Australia's Founders Day. The chard was great - fruity, bright, and easy on the oak. The Shiraz was even better, although it could stand to stay in the cellar for another year or two. Huge nose. Berries and plums and leather. Lots of tannins and earthy flavors. Yummy.
Well, I seem to have neglected my duty, and now I seem to be forgetting what I should have taken good notes on.
In summary, the J Pinot Noir was disappointing. When I pay that much for a wine, I expect it to thrill. However, it was clear from the first taste that this was not a wine to chug, but one to squirrel away and have next Christmas, or the one after that. Shame.
The Sauvignon, on the other hand, was thrilling. Anise. Lots and lots of anise. This was very very weird. But fascinating. It was fruity, too, but it was unrecognizable, like strange tropical berries and currants, but not quite. I did not know a sauvignon could be that interesting.
I need to make sure to tell the folks at the T.C. about it, and give them my compliments on their assistance in picking.