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Converted from paper version of the Broad Ripple Gazette (v13n16)
The Wine Scene: by Jill A. Ditmire
posted: Aug. 05, 2016

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Remember when we thought the "stelvin" or screw cap was just a fad? How about wine in a box? Wine drinkers were appalled. What about the POP of the cork? How could a wine that you unscrew or tap possibly taste good? It might be time to re think wine-in-a-can.
I was and still am a big fan of both screw cap and box wines. The packaging protects from possible cork taint and makes serving simple. Same with the slimmer, portable wine containers. Since my first sip of wine in a tetra pak (Three Thieves) and wine in a can (Sofia Blanc de Blanc by Coppola Wines) I found them smart, eco friendly, safer (no glass to break) ways to take wine with you on a picnic, a boat, or pool side. And most importantly, they TASTED like wine from a bottle.
The latest can wine sensation comes from Seven Daughters. It is one of many brands owned by Terlato Wines, which does business with wineries and producers from all over the world. The Seven Daughters Moscato is from the Veneto region of Italy and the Pinot Noir from California. The lined can keeps juice fresh and each holds the equivalent of two 4 oz glasses. Still not convinced? Give these a try: Underwood - Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris from Oregon, Barefoot REFRESH Spritzers - slightly sweet white and red blends; Sofia Blanc de Blanc- Sparkling wine anytime.

Michigan Medals:
Since many Hoosiers spend part of their summer in Michigan I thought I would share the list of the Best of Class winners in the recent 2016 Michigan Wine Competition. Their industry is well supported and the bottles produced are world class and many available at local grocery stores.
Sparkling: L. Mawby "Grace"
Dry White: Chateau Fontaine 2015 Woodland White
Dry Red: Grand Traverse 2012 Merlot Reserve
Dessert: Black Star Farms Sirius Raspberry
Complete list www.michiganwines.com



Jill A. Ditmire is an Omnimedia wine specialist, AWS certified wine judge, freelance broadcast journalist and 20+ year home owner in the Warfleigh neighborhood of Broad Ripple. Send your questions and comments to Jill at jill@broadripplegazette.com
Also on INSTAGRAM @jaditmire




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