Red, White and Bleu Part Doh! - Bell Wine & Spirits

Just a quick reminder about the American Beauty (featuring Bluecoat American Gin) and wine tasting TONIGHT from 5:00-8:00 PM at Bell. In addition, the preliminary list for our Red, White & Bleu French Grand Tasting next Wednesday (the eve of Bastille Day) is set forth below.

Events Calendar

Upcoming Bell Wine & Spirits events:

- July 8: Friday Tasting + American Beauty cocktail samples

(5:00-8:00pm)

- July 9: Saturday Wine Tasting (12:00-3:00pm)

- July 13: "Red, White & Bleu" French Grand Tasting (5:00-8:00pm)

- July 15: Friday Wine and Laird's Applejack Tasting (5:00-8:00pm)

- July 16: Saturday Wine Tasting (12:00-3:00pm)

- July 22: Friday Wine and Beer Tasting (5:00-8:00pm)

- July 23: Saturday Wine Tasting (12:00-3:00pm)

Red, White & Bleu Grand Tasting

Wednesday, July 13th, 5:00-8:00 PM

Wines to be presented at our upcoming French Grand tasting include:

2009 L'Aujardiere Muscadet Cotes de Grand Lieu

2009 Complices Des Loire Touraine Sauvignon Blanc

2008 Lascaux Coteaux Du Languedoc Rouge

2010 Domaine Chanteleuserie Bourgueil Cuvee Alouettes

2010 Lascaux Coteaux Du languedoc Rose

2007 Chateau de Chasseloir Muscadet

2009 La Porte du Caillou Sancerre

2010 Domaine le Murmurium CDV Rose

2009 Chemin des Olivettes

2009 Seigneur de Lauris Vacqueyras

2010 La Roche St Jean Blanc

2010 Chateau Des Alouettes Rose

2009 Chateau Haut Bonneau Rouge

2009 Chateau Mylord

2009 Chateau Grand Bateau

2010 Chateau de Segries Tavel

2009 Chateau Gaudrelle Vouvray Clos le Vigneau

2008 Domaine Guillemot-Michel Macon Villages Quintaine

2009 Grand Veneur Lirac Clos de Sixte

2009 Grand Veneur Chateauneuf du Pape

NV Domaine de Martinolles Blanquette de Limoux

2010 Chateau Magneau Graves Blanc

2009 Domaine D’Elise Petit Chablis

2010 Domaine de Martinolles VDP Pinot Noir

2009 Domaine Gerard Charvet Moulin A Vent VV

Plus a few surprises!

Saturday Tasting - Wines On Sale

The wines below will be on sale through Saturday, July 9th:

Saturday’s tasting featured all American wines, in honor of Independence Day. Despite the holiday, we saw a multitude of tasters and folks stocking up for the long weekend. The identity of the Mystery Wine is:

Silver Lake Merlot 2008 (reg. $11.99) $10.79/10.19
Surprise! We were a bit sneaky this week, choosing a Merlot for the mystery wine, with another Merlot in the tasting lineup. With smoky, toasted oak prevalent, hints of red cherry, plum and melon peek through. This an earthy wine, begging to be paired with roasted meat or vegetable dishes.

Other wines in the tasting included:

Pedroncelli East Side Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2009 (reg. $13.99) $12.59/11.89
This Dry Creek Sauvignon Blanc leans toward fruit flavors, rather than grassy or herbaceous qualities. It displays flavors of lemon, grapefruit and peach which are enhanced by a nice acidity and a citrus finish. The perfect wine for a hot, humid DC Saturday!

Taft Street Riesling 2008 (reg. $12.99) $11.69/11.04
This Riesling from California’s Russian River Valley has a very interesting and distinctive palate. With muted and soft peach and pear notes in the front, the finish explodes with tang. This off-dry wine is very pleasant.

Beringer Napa Valley Chardonnay 2008 (reg. $12.99) $11.69/11.04
With rich, ripe fruit flavors and very balanced and subtle oak, this is a great Chardonnay for those who profess to hate Chardonnay. Aromas of vanilla and lemon evolve into flavors of lemon custard and hazelnut. The luscious mouthfeel is nicely balanced by bright citrus notes.

Pedroncelli Pinot Noir 2009 (reg. $17.99) $16.19/15.29
Hailing from the Russian River Valley, this Pinot is elegant and medium-bodied. Aromas of cherry and raspberry come through on the palate. A touch of clove and toasted oak round out the finish. This is a soft and velvety wine, offering juicy notes and a hint of spice.

Ledgewood Creek Merlot 2007 (reg. $18.99) $17.09/16.14
This Merlot from Suisun Valley has a strong nose of black currants and raisins. Fifteen months in French oak barrels is evident, though the strong dried fruit notes balance out the wine, making it a pleasant and tasty red.

Edmonds Arpajon FR 2008 (reg. $21.99) $19.79/18.69
This delicious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (52%) and Merlot (48%) from Horse Heaven Hills in Washington State has a soft, red fruit aroma. Rich flavors of blackberry and lavender are complemented by toasty oak and vanilla notes. For a flavorful, full-bodied wine, it has a very light finish.

Bogle Petite Sirah 2008 (reg. $12.99) $11.69/11.04
This Petite Sirah is full-bodied on the entry, with aromas of plum and oak. Luscious flavors of boysenberry and blackberry are framed by solid tannins. Hints of leather and vanilla, and a nice acidity finish the wine.

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HOW TO ORDER

- Come by the store! We are located in the heart of DC on M Street -- just blocks from Metro's Red and Orange lines, with plenty of street parking near the store.

Order by phone: 202-223-4727. We will have it ready for pick-up.

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