Friday, September 12th!
European Wine Tasting 4pm-6pm
Tuscan Bubbles, Provence Rose, Iconic Cotes-du-Rhone and more!
European Wine Tasting
Special Guest, Kate McElvoy
Domaine South
Friday, September 12, 2025
4pm - 6pm
$20
256-759-9952 to Reserve
NV Baracchi Brut Rose, Tuscany, Italy $48.99
Sparkling wine metodo classico from Sangiovese Grapes
First Metodo Classico from Sangiovese grapes. The grapes are harvested in advance, around the end of August, to maintain the freshness. Fermentation on skins for 2-3 hours. Approximately 36 months sur lies.
Degustazione:
Very Fine, compact and persistent perlage. Light pink colour with onion-skin shades. Intense and fashinating on the nose, with a bouquet of wild red berries and flowery and mineral tones. Fresh and elegant on the palate, persistent and with a pleasant finish of black currant and sweet almond.
"According to Mr. Baracchi, his family acquired the Baracchi estate in the 1800s although it was originally built in 1600s. His mother sold the property around 1970 and then he re-purchased it in the 80s and has been re-storing it ever since. He took a small detour to introduce us to a friend of his – a falcon. Ahhh, that’s where the name Il Falconiere came from! The powerful bird was a hunting falcon and actually accompanied Baracchi on his daily hunting trips. I felt like I was in a scene from the movie Ladyhawk. It was pure adrenaline – like sabering the wine bottle. We gave the formidable aviator a quick pet and then said goodbye." Maren Swanson
2024 Domaine Lavigne Saumur Blanc, Loire Valley, France $23.99
This Chenin Blanc is supple and springy with dashes of pears, grapefruits, and lemons. The unusual complexity of this pleasing citrus medley is further enhanced by the acidity that makes this wine crisp and refreshing. Perfect for serving with a fish filet in clarified butter, with scallops, or even trout.
Domaine Lavigne is in the commune of Varrains, just outside of the town of Saumur. There is a palm tree right inside the walls of the Domaine, which tells you the climate is temperate. Domaine Lavigne is a family effort going on its 3rd generation. What started as a mixed agricultural farm with some livestock and asparagus, gave way to vines. Under the direction of Gilbert Lavigne, the vines prevailed. Pascale Levine inherited the Domaine from her father, Gilbert. Since 2009, the Domaine under the care of Pascale and her husband, Antoine Veron.
2024 Commanderie de la Bargemone Rose, Provence, France $19.99
Bargemone is among the foremost estates of the Coteaux d’Aix appellation of Provence. A benchmark producer of the delicious, dry rosé for which Provence is famous. Bargemone Rosé is a harmonious blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah with aromas of flowers and red berries and a refreshingly crisp finish.
The Commanderie, founded by Templar knights in the 13th century. The vineyards are home to a proud viticulture tradition and more than 160 acres of organically grown vineyards. The 2023 Made with organic grapes.
Tasting Notes: Offers classic aromas of wild strawberries and red currants, with a light, floral character, and a crisp, bone-dry palate.
Serve With: A rosé of reference, to be enjoyed on its own or with a wide range of lighter fare and Provence-inspired cuisine— drink year-round with everything from cheese and charcuterie plates, to salads, poultry, and seafood.
2022 Mercato Carne Rosso, Italy $13.99
Carne, pronounce “Car-nay,” means meat in Italian and Mercato means market. An everyday style Italian red.
CHARACTER: The Carne has soft, dark red fruits of plum, cherry, and blackberry, with undertones of tobacco and warm spice. Easy on the palate, it is medium bodied with soft tannins and a classic, dry finish.
This is Fabio’s take on a classic red table wine. The Corvina highlights the dark red and wild fruits, adding a bit of spice and pepper. Montepulciano fills out the body of the wine and the Merlot is present in the finish. A wine that begins strong and finishes with elegance and ease.
2021 Demarie Roero Riserva, Piedmont, Italy $25.99
Roero is a small paradise made up of sandy dunes in yellow ochre clay tones covered with green vineyards, all of which combine to create a magical and enchanted landscape.
The vineyard traditions in the Roero territory were the inspiration for this denomination and have their roots set deeply over time.
Roero is made from pure Nebbiolo grapes, which reach their apex in Barolo and Barbaresco, and in Roero produce a rare fine and elegant wine which has experienced great success over only a few years time.
2020 Selection Laurence Peraud Cotes du Rhone, Rhone Valley, France $16.99Laurence Féraud is an iconic winemaker in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Laurence who owns and manages the family label, Domaine du Pegau, along with her daughter, Justine. Her expertise and strong network of contacts in the Southern Rhône Valley gives her access to top‐quality fruit and wines. Selection Laurence Féraud wines consistently deliver outstanding value and amazing wines in Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Tasting Notes: A classic Côtes du Rhône offering densely layered black and red fruit aromas with a characteristic spiciness on the nose. Medium bodied on the palate, with ripe tannins, plenty of black cherry fruit, and a long, lingering finish.
Serve With: The ideal pairing to most meals, especially for a wide range of grilled meats and vegetables. It is particularly well-suited to dishes highlighted with Mediterranean herbs and spices.