12 May Big Cork Vineyards
Sips of the Week
Randy Thompson President of Big Cork Vineyard and winemaker Dave Collins joined Laurie in studio to talk about their wines, how the company got started and plans for their new tasting room. You can talk to them and taste the wines of Big Cork on May 17 & 18th at the Wine in the Woods festival in Columbia, MD. Big Cork Vineyard Chardonnay 2012, Maryland Winemaker’s Notes: Big Cork Chardonnay is a masterful blend using both tank fermented and French oak barrel fermented wines. In addition to the impression of Anjou apples and fresh vanilla in this wine, a hint of melon is provided by the 6% blend with Viognier. Big Cork Chardonnay pairs nicely with a many types of dishes including chicken, hearty seafood, and pasta. Serve slightly to moderately chilled. Big Cork Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Maryland Winemaker’s Notes:Big Cork Cabernet Sauvignon is a muscular wine, and can pair with the heartiest of beef and game. Blended with Cabernet Franc and Malbec, and aged in 100% French oak, this wine is fully structured with strong impressions of dark fruit with hints of cassis. Properly cellared, this wine will age for 25 years. All sips of the week can be found or ordered from our advertisers Wine World in Harford County or in Howard County, Highland Wine & Spirits. For more great wines download Laurie’s Free Wine App The Wine Coach for iPhone and Android.
Upcoming Events
5/3-18 Spring Sensations event in Hershey Harrisburg Wine Country taking place at participating wineries. Enjoy fun picnic food samples paired with handcrafted wines, while enjoying decorative spring floral and garden displays at each winery. In addition, each guest will receive a wine tasting, a souvenir glass, and a 10% discount off all wine purchased. 5/22 Something to Wine About at Xfinity Live! In Philadelphia, PA 5/28 Something to Wine About at City Winery in New York, NY 6/18 The Oregon Grille Women’s Wine Club, Vino al Fresco Tasting Event under the stars
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