Rose Garden Hotels Wine and Cheese Soiree, 21st March 2019
People say Californians are serious about wine and relaxed about everything else. Well, when you’re surrounded by natural wonder and constant sunshine, it’s pretty easy to smile. Of course, a glass of California wine always helps. The wines of California are known around the globe for their quality and diversity
• California makes about 90 percent of all American wine. If California were a country, it would rank fourth in the world for wine production, behind France, Spain and Italy. The state’s size and diverse climate and soils allow over 100 winegrape varieties to grow in the state, covering 526,600 vineyard acres.
• The church brought wine to California. European vines were first planted, as settlers and missionaries made their way up and down the west coast, most famous a Franciscan missionary named Father Junipero Serra who started planting grapes at Mission San Diego de Alcala in 1769. They brought with them the Mission grape – the vinifera variety also instrumental in establishing viniculture in Central and South America. Although very few Mission vines are to be found in California today, it remains a cornerstone of Californian wine.
• Recognized by the Terminator: California wine is earth-friendly. California vintners and growers have the most widely adopted green winegrowing and winemaking program in the world, one that has won Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger’s top environmental award.
• Many celebrities own or co-own wineries. Legendary Hollywood director Francis Ford Coppola (Apocalypse Now), Olympic Gold Medal figure skater Peggy Fleming, racecar driver Randy Lewis and “The Bachelor” reality star Andrew Firestone all own or co-own wineries.
• Movies love wine. Sales of Pinot Noir skyrocketed after 2004’s hit movie Sideways, which took place in Santa Barbara County. 2008’s Bottle Shock tells the story of the 1976 “Judgment of Paris,” where California wines beat French wines in a blind taste test, giving California international recognition.
• Winegrapes were still grown during Prohibition. California winegrowers shipped grapes to home winemakers, who could legally make up to 200 gallons of wine for home use. Some wineries made sacramental wines as well.
Our top 5 Californian Wines are presented by Grape Vin Wine Distribution:
DESIREE
ROSENBLUM CELLARS
Winemaker Notes:
The first ever “Sweet Zin Blend” from Rosenblum cellars, one of the pioneers of Zinfandel in California. Desiree does things their own way. They sought to craft a blend that was not only smooth mellow red, but one with touches of sweetness; this was achieved by crafting a perfect blend of 55% Zinfandel and 45% Moscato. Full, sweet, delicious – enjoy chilled with close friends.
Food Pairing Suggestions:
This wine pairs well with Blueberry and Goat Cheese cheesecake.
Technical profile:
Winery: Rosenblum Cellars
Grapes: 55% Zinfandel
45% Moscato
Product Location: California
Alcohol: 12.5%
CRANE LAKE
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Winemaker Notes:
Rich color with notes of blackberry, cherry, raspberry and vanilla. Tannins are soft and layered
Food Pairing Suggestions:
This wine pairs well with aged cheddar and gouda cheeses. Also try it with leg of lamb, rib eye steak or pasta in a marinara sauce.
Technical profile:
Winemaker: Larry Rocha
Appellation: California
Blend: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon
9% Ruby Cabernet
15% Proprietor’s Blend
Alcohol: 12.5%
CRANE LAKE
CHARDONNAY Winemaker Notes: This wine is a light straw color, with pear, melon and vanilla aromas. Citrus and green apple flavors, with a silky mouth feel. Well balanced and structured; lingering after taste.
Food Pairing Suggestions:
This wine pairs well with crab cakes, grilled salmon, baked chicken, pork and raviolis in cream sauce..
Technical profile:
Winemaker: Larry Rocha
Appellation: California Blend:
93% Chardonnay 7% Proprietor’s Blend
Alcohol: 12.5%
CRANE LAKE
Sauvignon Blanc
Winemaker Notes:
This Sauvignon Blanc has notes of melon, citrus, apple and lemongrass, providing a lingering, soft finish.
Food Pairing Suggestions:
This wine pairs well with apples and pears. For the main course try it along with baked chicken, grilled Ahi tuna or Coquille St. Jacques.
Technical profile:
Winemaker: Larry Rocha
Appellation: California
Blend: 76% Sauvignon Blanc
24% Proprietor’s Blend
Alcohol: 12.5%
CRANE LAKE
Brut
Winemaker Notes:
This light colored wine has aromas of apple and citrus. On the palate there are flavors of melon and pear. The finish is crisp.
Food Pairing Suggestions:
The wine pairs well with smoked salmon, stuffed mushrooms, Brie and Edam Cheeses. Also try this wine with crab, lobster or creamy pasta with shrimps.
Technical profile:
Winemaker: Larry Rocha
Appellation: California
Blend: French Colombard, Chardonnay. Proprietors Dry White
Alcohol: 12.0%
To sample these wines, along with a vast selection of fine cheese, join Yangon’s best Wine & Cheese event, on Thursday 21st March 2019.
Limited tickets available at special pre-booking price of US$ 22 net and once sold out, price will be US$ 26 net.
Tickets at pre-booking price are available for sale at Rose Garden Hotels Front Desk. For more information, please email info@theroseyangon.com, call us +95 1 371 992 or book online HERE.
