Boise Coop Wine Shop

An Eclectic Line-Up

• April 1, 2010

2008 Reginato Blancs de Blancs, $12.99
Jose Reginato, joined by his son Pepe, has been crafting some of Mendoza’s most sought-after, limited-production, boutique bubbly since 1986. Unlike many other “factory” sparkling wine producers in Mendoza, the Reginato family personally manages the entire process, from grape to bottle, to handcraft these dry, refreshing bubblies. They manage the vineyards, select the grapes, harvest at the optimal time, make the base wine, and do secondary fermentation at their own winery. When you think of a partying wine, you want something bubbly, light, refreshing, but certainly not boring or tiresome. The Reginatos feel the same way, so they pack lots of fresh fruit flavor onto a crisp, refreshing frame that will keep you sipping while you hang in the sun or dance the night away at your favorite club. Pear skin aromas leads to a pleasant mix of sweet, tart, and fruitiness with notes of peach pit gracing the edges. Perfect as an aperitif with your Easter brunch or before dinner.

2008 Hall Savignon Blanc, $18.99
Since first working in her family’s Mendocino vineyards, Kathryn Hall dreamed of a place to showcase fine wines alongside expressive art and masterful architecture. Now, Kathryn and Craig Hall are creating an unrivalled destination in the Napa Valley—where winemaking excellence meets contemporary design to celebrate life and inspire the senses.This Sauvignon Blanc combines the richness and complexity of well-ripened fruit with the purity and vibrancy of 100% stainless steel fermentation. The fruit was sourced primarily from a vineyard partner with an esteemed vineyard in a cool microclimate of Yountville and is complemented by our nest estate-grown Hardester and Napa River Ranch harvest. This vintage offers effusive aromas of citrus peel, pink grapefruit and ripe tropical fruits. The palate is lush and layered with guava, gooseberry underpinned by a poetic wet- stone minerality.

2008 Saracco Moscato d’Asti, $15.99
The Saracco winery is located in the picturesque village of Casilglione Tinella. Casiglione Tinella is located uniquely in the heart of the Piedmont Region called the Langhe which is famous for great wine and incredible cuisine; between two of the most well known towns in the Piedmont: Alba and San Stefano Belbo. Grapes were first cultivated in the hills surrounding Castiglione Tinella in the 1600′s and though many different grape varieties were planted Moscato proved to be the perfect grape for this appellation. For four generations the Saracco family has been dedicated to growing the best Moscato d’ Asti in the region. Moscato d’ Asti is highly aromatic with notes of fruit and white flowers, Paolo Saracco keeps tight control of the harvest to ensure a perfect acid balance to the natural sweetness of this grape. A slight sparkle is traditional for Moscato d’Asti, it lifts the fruit and guarantees a wine that is light and refreshing. This wine is perfect as refreshing aperitif or a light finish to a meal.

2007 Kamiak Rock Lake Red, $11.99
Kamiak Wines are made from grapes of character, intensity and distinction in the sun-drenched Columbia Valley. During the mid-1800’s, Chief Kamiak of the Yakama Tribe initiated irrigation of the fertile Columbia Valley soil. A second label for the Gordon Brothers, in 1907, their grandfather established Kamiak Ranch in eastern Washington. The 2007 Kamiak Red is a harmonious blend of 4 different grapes, with each varietal contributing something special. Cabernet Sauvignon is the core of the wine, providing the framework on which the other grapes play their roles. Merlot adds sophistication by providing bright aromatics and notes of juiciness on the palate. Malbec wins the best supporting actor award by top noting the wine with floral aromatics and a hint of black pepper. Syrah brings darker berry notes and a sense of weight to the wine; the underlying current that ties everything together. With these players all contributing to a layered and succulent wine, Kamiak Red is at home in any social gathering from picnics to a formal holiday get togethers.

2007 DaMa Cow Girl Cabernet Sauvignon, $21.00
DaMa, a joining of the winemakers’ first names, is also the Spanish word for lady, defined as refined and well-spoken, which describes DaMa Wines. The vision of two of Walla Walla’s premiere female winemakers, Dawn Kammer and Mary Tuuri Derby, DaMa wines are the balanced, graceful expression of world class terroir that are not of fad or fashion. After all, “fashion fades, only style remains the same” (Yves Saint Laurent). DaMa’s commitment to using only small lots of premium wine and blending impeccably result in wines that are approachable, true to the varietal and affordable. The 2007 Cow Girl Cabernet scored 90 points from the Wine Enthusiast, and is the perfect choice to pair with your Easter lamb.

2007 J. K. Carriere Pinot Noir, $40.00
For its first ten years, J.K. Carriere operated from a historic barn nestled in a working hazelnut orchard in Yamhill County, Oregon. In November 2007, J.K. Carriere purchased 40 acres of grape-growing land on the southeast flank of Parrett Mountain, about three miles due east of its original location, in the Chehalem Mountains AVA. The first vineyard blocks were planted in March 2009, and the new winery facility and tasting room opened in September 2009. The philosophy here is focused on winemaking of classically structured, ageable, high-acid, smooth-tannin Pinot noir (and a little bit of Chardonnay). Nuance, movement and grace are the goal. This 2007 Pinot is clean, serious and vibrant. It’s a transluscent wine that delivers high-tone cherry, pepper and grilled meat on the nose. The palate is sour cherry, fresh raspberry, cherry PEZ and watermelon Jolly Rancher with just a hint of rare grilled steak and white pepper. Insanely mineral with very fine front of mouth tannins, it’s a perfect choice to go with your Easter ham.