Red Wine Flashcards
(15 cards)
What is the Red Wine Selection at Cloud 23?
Central Monte Merlot, Recantos De Lisboa Reserva, Illusion Malbec Bondara, and Passi Neri Syrah
What type of wine is the Central Monte Merlot?
Notes: Ripe Plum, Blackberry, Vanilla, and Spice.
Body: Medium
Finish: Soft and Smooth
What are some Selling Points for Central Monte Merlot?
Central Monte Merlot is from Chile’s Central Valley which is famous for it’s production of value-driven and consistently high quality wines.
What type of Wine is the Recantos De Lisboa Reserva?
Style: Reserva (It’s been aged for longer than other wines and it’s so it’s classification is of a higher quality)
Taste: Dark Cherry, Spice, and Cocoa with hints of oak wood.
Body: Medium to Full
Origin: Portugal
What are some interesting selling points for The Recantos De Lisboa Reserva?
It’s from Lisbon, Portugal which is apparently a new rising star for the production of red wine.
An Introduction to Portuguese Wine Culture to Guests.
“Reserva” status means that the wine is more complex, structured, and higher quality due to the ageing process it undergoes.
What Type of Wine is the Passi Neri Syrah?
Flavour Profile: Blackberries, Black Pepper, Licorice, Tobacco, and Dried Fruits.
Body: Full
There is a more complex drying process involved in the cultivation of this wine which adds even more richness.
Because it’s made from Syrah Grapes which derive from Southern Italy, there is a flavour twist of warm spice born from the climate of the region.
Which red wine is the smoothest?
Central Monte Merlot - also great with light dishes. Easy drinking.
Which one is the fullest-bodied red?
The Passi Neri Syrah. It’s rich, intense, and full-bodied - with deep dark fruit flavours and a touch of spice.
Could be suggested to guests if they mention going to another restaurant afterwards for a meal, you know that kind of thing, etc.
Do you have anything similar to a Malbec?
The Illusion Malbec Bondara is exactly that: a smooth, full-bodied red with ripe blackberry and plum notes. If you enjoy wines that are bold but not too heavy on tannins, this is a solid pick.
I like wines that aren’t too dry. What would you recommend?
I’d suggest the Central Monte Merlot or the Illusion Malbec. Both are fruit-forward and smooth, without being overly dry or tannic.
What is the flavour of something that is ‘tannic’? in regards to wine?
somewhat bitter or astringent.
it’s a yellowish or brownish bitter-tasting organic substance present in some plant tissues.
What’s your most unique or different red wine?
The Recantos De Lisboa Reserva - it’s a Portuguese blend, , offering something a bit different from the more familiar Merlots or Malbecs
Which red wine has the least tannins?
The Merlot (Central Monte) is your best bet. It’s known for having softer tannins compared to wines like Syrah
Do you have any vegan or sustainable wines?
That can depend on the producer, but Chilean wines like the Central Monte Merlot often come from sustainable vineyards.
