I was invited to preview a brand new restaurant at lunch yesterday.  The chef mentioned that he was bringing a 1998 Super Tuscan to pair with the food.  In a vain attempt to match his efforts, I pulled a 1999 Reserve Shiraz from Australian from my cellar.  I also brought along the remnants of a 2009 Washington state blend that I had sampled with customers earlier in the week.  Several of us arrived at this soon to be opened restaurant in Anderson, wine bottles in hand.  We were definitely in for a treat of great food to pair with our wines.  I would have to let the chef describe the food, but I will gladly speak about the wines.

Wine #1: Owen Roe Yakima Valley Red 2009 – only 7 cases available for the entire state of SC: An amazing Bordeaux blend that should age for 10-15 years.  Almost sold out – contact me asap if interested. 

Wine #2:  Anderson Valley Conn vineyard:  a nice, well-balanced Cabernet for around $50.

Wine #3; Botttacio Super Tuscan 1998: a gorgeous wine from Rudolfo Cosimi – this wine will age another 5-10 years.  This was the chef’s pick.

Tahbilk Reserve Shiraz, 1999:  A great selection from my wine cellar.  I bet this wine has another 10 – 15 years left. This was my pick.

This restaurant will open the next month.  Stay tuned for more details and more great wines!