It seemed a little cooler for about 15 minutes this morning. I ran the last couple days outside and brutal is an understatement.
So, good drinking summer wines are always on my mind when it is this hot and I've been outside a bunch.
I was at Houston's on the Plaza at lunch this week and I found my wine of the week.
2009 Mulderbosch Chenin Blanc: This wine is from South Africa and it is a blend of mostly Chenin Blanc with a little Sauvignon Blanc. I had it with a great little dish at Houston's. It went well with the Sashimi Tuna Salad which was a nice a light summer lunch for those watching their girlish figures. I like the ginger, mango, avocado combo with seared tuna. Perhaps a tiny bit over cooked for my liking but many would think it was perfect. Anyway, the wine was floral with citrus like lemon and lime flavors. It was richer than I expected but still had decent acidity. Has a screw cap but don't be scared.
They sold it for $9 a glass so I'm sure you could acquire it at retail for $14-$15 a bottle.
Side note: This was a Mulderbosch week. I was at Julian in Brookside for dinner as well this week and had the Mulderbosch Rose of Cabernet and it was pretty good as well. I like Pinot or Grenache Rose more but I'm a lover of good Rose. I buy the Chenin again but probably prefer a different rose if I had the option for the same money.
So, friends, drink up and have a great weekend.
Vaya Con Dios.
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