<p> Tri State Hiking Club Wine Tasting Saturday March 9, 2013</p><p>Altas Cumbres Viognier 2011, Argentina</p><p>Tasting Notes: Bright yellow colour. Persistent aromas of flowers, tropical fruits and spices. Powerful in the mouth. Well-balanced and fresh</p><p>Food Pairing: Ideal for salmon, sushi and seafood.</p><p>Apothic Red Winemaker’s Blend 2011, California </p><p>Tasting Notes: Apothic Red is bold and enchanting, as it captures the dark fruit characteristics of Syrah and Zinfandel. These jammy flavors blend well with the elegant blackberry and black cherry characteristics of the Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. The wine is further enhanced by undertones of mocha and vanilla. Food Pairing: Pairs well with Mexican or Italian dishes that are spicy but not hot.</p><p>Diseno Old Vine Malbec 2011, Argentina</p><p>Tasting Notes: Diseno is the quintessential Malbec from Mendoza. Our unique old-vine style delivers ripe mountain fruit, subtle tannins, and complex Malbec character. Deep purple in color with a crimson luster, the bouquet of violets and cherry blossom unfolds to a hint of tobacco. Explosive flavors of earthy blueberry and rich chocolate are robust with well-balanced acidity. </p><p>Food Pairing: Serve with a good steak or rabbit. Also, goes well with chicken in a heavy cream sauce.</p><p>Enotria Moscato 2011, California</p><p>Tasting Notes: This wine has rich aromas of fresh peaches, freesia and lime zest followed by similar fruity flavors, a rich sweet mouth feel and great balanced acidity.</p><p>Food Pairing: Enjoyable as an aperitivo or with fresh fruit and light pastries.</p>