Wine selections available at local wine stores and wineries in the Fox Valley area
Ltd.+ Grenache Noir, Eola-Amity Hills, WIllamette Valley, Oregon
Ltd.+ are handcrafted by Chad & Bree Stock of Constant Crush. This project showcases Oregon’s unique and ever-changing grape diversity, while allowing Chad and Bree to explore their penchant for low-intervention winemaking. Bree Stock has been a Master of Wine since 2016, holding one of the highest qualifications in the wine industry. She is Oregon’s first MW and the only female MW in the Pacific Northwest. Chad Stock holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Enology from California State University Fresno graduating in 2006 with top honors and the University Academic Achievement Award for his graduating class. After completing an apprenticeship in 2006 for Rudd Winery in Oakville, CA, he moved north to Oregon joining the team at Antica Terra in the Eola-Amity Hills. “As it ripens it develops beautiful peppercorn, grapefruit zest, orange peel, and a plethora of red berry flavors along with a strong presence of iron, umami, and sanguine mineral qualities. The acidity remains high in the grapes giving a very fresh profile and vertical feel on the palate in a unique way that doesn’t remind us of any Grenache wines we’ve seen from other world regions.”
Geneva Wine Cellars and Tasting Room
227 S. 3rd St.
Geneva, IL 60134
1-630-232-8888
Geneva
Named after the town we call home, is a red blend worthy of the name. A full bodied red, perfectly balanced with medium-high levels of mouthwatering acidity makes this wine perfect to sip, with or without food. You are hit with a burst of fresh berry notes on the nose and then dried berries and black tea on the finish. Paired with lean meats are where this wine shines; lamb and mushroom dishes or pork tacos would be perfect!
Geneva Winery & Tasting Room
426 S. 3rd St Suite 1A
Geneva, IL 60134
1-630-402-0739
Centennial Cuvee
Lynfred Winery’s Centennial Cuvee commemorates Roselle’s rich history spanning a century. This sophisticated red wine, crafted from a harmonious fusion of 66% Merlot and 34% Syrah grapes, unveils a symphony of flavors. Expect luscious notes of ripe plums and juicy berries, interwoven with intricate layers of spice, all culminating in a full-bodied crescendo. Aged meticulously in medium-toast American oak barrels for an impressive 24 months, this full-bodied red wine pairs exquisitely with dishes like succulent spareribs, savory meatballs bathed in marinara sauce, sizzling grilled sausages, and the creamy delights of Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses.
Lynfred Winery
15 S. Roselle Rd.
Roselle IL 60172
Bee Delicious – Blueberry & Black Currant
Carbonated Mead – Session Honey Wine 6.9% Abv.Bee Delicious Mead Spritzer is a carbonated, refreshing spritzer beverage perfect for a night out or a hot summer day. The first sip has you enjoying the pop of black currant with a subtle complement of blueberry for the perfect fruit pairing. The beverage finishes with the wildflower honey leaving you ready for that next sip. The beverage has a wonderful purple color that catches just as much attention as the great taste. Gluten-Free, Made with Midwest Honey.
Obscurity Brewing and Craft Mead
113 W N St.
Elburn, IL 60119
Hedges Red Mountain 2020
This wine has a classic Hedges style with a modern touch. The flavor profile leads with Reddish black bramble fruits, red currants, bright cinnamon, clove, vanilla, and a touch of chili pepper, cocoa, toasted seeds, and a touch of earthy graphite. Nice structure, good length, and lovely flavors of fruit, spice, and earth. Blend: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 9% Syrah, 6% Cabernet Franc 3% Malbec, 1% Petit Verdot Available at the PRIDE Beer & Wine Plus Spirits in St. Charles.
The PRIDE Beer & Wine plus Spirits
1825 Lincoln Hwy
St. Charles, IL 60174
2019 Chalk Hill Red Wine, Sonoma Coast, CA
Tasting Notes: “Hints at the aromas and flavors with its alluring dark red color with purple highlights. Warm cherry pie, molasses and aromatic cloves fill the glass. Hints of vanilla and oak mingle in the background. On the palate, bright cherry, oriental spice and subtle baking spices express the depth and complexity of the Sonoma Coast AVA. This wine offers a juicy and full bodied mouthfeel that leads into a finish of soft tannins accented by sweet vanilla oak.” Take home price: $22.98
SixtyFour – Wine Bar & Kitchen is hosting a Chalk Hill Wine Dinner on Thursday, September 14th. Enjoy a guided tasting featuring 5 delicious Chalk Hill wines paired with 5 courses. Tickets available on RESY.com or visit our website!
SixtyFour – Wine Bar & Kitchen
123 Water St #105a
Naperville, IL 60540
Aurora Cellars 2020 Blaunfränkisch $48
Fruit flavors of blueberry and the spicy pepper notes. Produced from estate grown Lemberger, this wine spent 18 months in combination of Bordeaux and Burgundian French Oak barrels to concentrate the fruit flavors of blueberry and the spicy pepper notes. Winemaker’s Notes: The fruit for this wine was processed traditionally and fermented in a large open top fermenter. The wine was blended and laid to rest in 20% new French oak barrels for 19 months. The minimal manipulation of this wine allowed it to express its varietal character.
Up North Wine Tasting Room
9 N. Second Street
Geneva IL 60134