Back from a long road trip to Fresno for work, I was crashing watching Top Chef (where d'ya think I get all my great cooking inspiration?) when Bill suggested opening a bottle of wine. I had gotten a white wine from Lot 18 that I had put in the fridge and forgotten, and that was what we chose. It was an inspired choice, perfect for relaxing and watching other people sweat over a hot stove.
What we drank:
Epiphany Inspiration 2008
This is a white blend and it truly is an epiphany. The full-bodied nose was predominantly apple and oak, with a hint of lemon. The front of the wine was a lovely smooth balance of fruit and acid, with notes of apple, lemon, mandarin, and a hint of oak. The mid-palate was a bit hot, although still smooth and well-balanced, with an added note of peach. The finish was silky smooth, bringing in some tannins, and lingering notes of creamy peach and oak. I rated it 8 out of 10, and just lovely. It was great just to sip, and I think it would be excellent with spicy Thai food, creamy pasta dishes, and risotto.
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