I claim to be an equal opportunity imbiber, but the truth is, I’m much more likely to choose red wine than white. But while in Colorado last week, I decided to take Sara’s advice and branch out, and made a point of having a glass of white most nights. In the process, I stumbled upon a fantastic white that I would definitely seek out again: Twisted Oak Viognier.
This Viognier is white wine, to be sure, but I couldn’t help but be reminded of hard cider–it had the same subtle apple taste, but without the sparkle. It had no hint of the overly-oaky flavor that I usually don’t like to find in, say, Chardonnay. Instead, it was perfectly balanced: crisp, a little fruity, and just the tiniest bit savory. At about $20 a bottle, it’s well-priced (I had a glass for $7).
Speaking of wine, I’ll be checking out Brooklyn Wine Exchange this weekend. It’s the latest wine venue from the team behind my neighborhood favorites, Smith & Vine and Jake Walk. Have you been? Share your thoughts below!
–Camille
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