n.
1.a variety of black grape that is used to make red wine
2.dry red wine made from the cabernet sauvignon grape
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Ok this is what I was worried about when starting this book. Apathy. Not caring. Loosing interest. The one thing about wine is it’s an escape. Plain and simple. When the going gets tough it’s very easy to forget what’s important and wallow. Like tonight, I sort of in the back of my brain was leaving tonight open for a new love interest. Someone who only recently told me he thought I was beautiful and wanted to pursue me. A small bit of wooing happened and then-suddenly- nothing. Disappointing to say the least. So I bought a bottle of wine tonight—and of course obsessively thought, “If I buy the wine I have to put it in my book!” Then I put on a movie, Waiting for Guffman. Then I ordered Chinese food, broccoli and garlic sauce. Then I said to myself, “Screw the book! Tonight I’m relaxing!” Then after the film, my dinner, and a 3rd of the bottle, I put in the made for TV film about Gilda Radner.
Ok, maybe it’s because I’m a comedian. Maybe it’s because I’m a workaholic. I believe if you’re born funny it’s your job to use it. Publicly. Gilda Radner never stopped, even when she was dying with cancer. Her calling was to make people laugh. Imagine that. When making people laugh you actually feel connected to why you’re here. Like it’s natural. I feel that. I sold real estate for six years. Besides “selling” a lot of what make me good at it was making people laugh. It’s a gift. Not self-indulgent either. I’m driven to do it. Even when life ain’t so good. So enough boo-hooing for me. Back to work Jones! I’m drawn back to this book and making people laugh. I just poured the last glass—here goes!
Geyser Peak Winery
Cabernet Sauvignon -2002
Alexander Valley
Price: $16.78 NYC
You may ask, why always in this price range? My wine store won’t deliver under $15. Yes- it's right downstairs. A lot of stairs.
Packaging
A map shows me the Sonoma County is near San Francisco and the Pacific Ocean. I guess that’s so when I’m looking at the bottle in a wine shop and considering buying it, should I recognize this little map it will make the wine closer to me and I’ll buy it. Well, I’ve never been to San Francisco. The lady at the wine shop picked this for me.
They say on the label that the vinify their grapes. Hmmm. Vinify. Let’s google! Ok the definition is:
vin·i·fy
vt
to ferment grape juice, or another liquid, into wine
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Hmmm- ok isn’t this pretty much what all vineyards do? I continued to read the rest of the label, which said:
We then blend these small lots to create harmonious wines that express the essence of a grape variety.
Ok- does that mean they take a whole bunch of grapes from all over their property, smoosh them together, and then bottle whatever comes out? If so, sign me up! Maybe they should hire me to write their labels. Let’s get real people.
Oh my gosh! Now they tell you the taste of the wine and what to eat it with. Let’s see if I match.
Taste Profile (on the bottle): Black cherry and cassi flavor and vanilla nuances with a long, rich finish.
My taste profile: Earthly, rich, doesn’t’ make me feel drunk. Some spice in there. Reminds me of Christmas. Oh...and alcohol.
Enjoy with (on the bottle): grilled or roasted beef, sautéed mushrooms and mature cheese.
What I think: Mature cheese would be great. Like a very dense Gouda. I don’t eat meat. Regardless, whatever you eat with this is worth a few days at the gym. But worth it.
Dark green bottle. Simple black and white label with gold trim. Elegant. A red seal on the label to match the wrapping on the top. Clean lines. Elegant. Unless you drink it alone, which I did. Classy with a K.
A cork! Yay! Came out sweet and easy.
Food
Chinese. Broccoli and garlic sauce.
Breathing Time
None. Took long enough to be delivered!
Company/Location
My dog Max, and my turtle Velvet. My living room. Ok- it’s Saturday night. Was planning on a date. He’s a friend of a friend who I met doing a comedy show. He’s younger than me- which apparently is good according to all of my girlfriends. He’s an actor (I always date actors), a fight choreographer (translation-hot bod!), and he teaches kids through some sort of entertainment at a Zoo in Brooklyn. Sounds good to me. Anyway, he hasn’t asked me out yet. We’ve only flirted through email and text messages. Oh it’s sad! I know! If I were following the rules of He’s Just Not that into You by Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo, I wouldn’t be home right now. But alas, I’m giving him girl slack. Excuses, excuses!
Time/Season
11:04pm Summer –ok it’s after 11-he’s not calling!
First sip: Shocking. Very earthy. Subtle. Makes my tummy warm!
Second sip: Really no berry taste. VERY earthy. Tummy VERY hot.
Third Sip: After a couple of bites of food I taste the wine better. That’s interesting. Very woody. Subtle. Carries me through the experience of the evening. (why am I alone!)
Fourth Sip: Potent! Very nice. Man. I’m loving this wine. I won’t hurt in the morning.
Research:
Let’s look up the winery!
Whoa ho ho! Black and white writing with a warning! If you’re not 21 you can’t view the site. Is this a porno site? I have to enter my birthday. Let’s see what happens..
Ok- black red and tan. Very nice. They have some film that won’t work on my computer. A section about sushi and Sauvignon Blanc being amazing together. Lot’s of awards. Very nice. But curious. To me. Here’s why.
Ok- the vibe I’m getting from vineyards is these people are essentially farmers. I’m a big fan of the farmer. Relying on the earth. I went to a hippie college. I’m hip. I love micro breweries and try to drink beer from them as opposed to big corporate beer mavens.
I have a weird corporate feeling from this site. Why don’t I email them and see if they want to participate in the book. In fact maybe I’ll tell them I’ve just written a review of this wine and see what they say.
Hi! My name is Samantha Jones. I am an actress/comedian based in NYC. I am writing a book about my experience learning about wine. It will be a serious how to/memoir of how I'm actually learning about wine with a VERY humorous slant on the whole thing. I am looking to the wine community to teach me what they thing I should know about wine. Part of my research in contacting wineries, such as yours. In fact I just wrote a review of your wine, Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 from the Alexander Valley. I just loved it.
I wanted to offer you the opportunity to submit another wine-if you'd prefer your vineyard to be represented differently. Otherwise I'll just use this one. What I need is a wine you would like me to try and write about. If it's the one I've already tried or a new one, include any literature you have on the wine along with the area in which the grapes are grown. Then if you would give me a fact about wine you think any "wine lover" should know. Ill document my experience with the wine including where I drink it, who with, the season, the food which accompanies it.
This is a really exciting project and Id love it if your winery participated. Several vineyards are involved and I'm having a blast learning about wine.
More information about me can be found on my web site www.doramae.com I’m an award winning actress and comedian. My credits include MTV, Comedy Central, etc.
If you'd like to participate, let me know and Ill give you my address to send the wine and literature.
Samantha Jones
Response: None. Not a surprise.
Overall
Story
Vague. Seems like they’re really going “Hollywood” as opposed to just plain grapes. This appeals to many, particularly wealthy people, and I’m not just saying that because I have a film production company.
Taste
Amazing. I’ll get this one again.
After Notes
Forget that guy. You know what. The right guy will jump through the roof for me. Just as I will for him. If not- I’ll jump through the roof for myself! Take that Greg Behrendt and Liz Tuccillo!
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