Spooktacular Halloween Wines
Spooktacular Halloween Wines
By Robin Barr Sussman
Ghouls just want to have fun … So, we’ve scared up a few whimsical wines for you to tote to that Halloween party this weekend. Some are actually scrumptious. But you decide: Tricks or Treats? We’d love to hear your feedback.
Happy Halloween!
Robin
Edmunds St. John Bone-Jolly ’06 Gamay Noir Rose, Eldorado County CA: Fruity, light and rosy from start to finish. Just like the name, it goes with just about anything if you are in a light-hearted mood.
Phantom ’06 Bogle Vineyards, Clarksburg CA: A big bodacious blend of petite sirah, zinfandel and mourvedre, which drips down the throat effortlessly.
Vampire Pinot Noir ’03, Paso Robles CA: Easy to suck down and affordable with dark cherries, hints of tobacco, and earth. Think mushroom pizza.
Charles Smith Skull Syrah,’05, Washington State: This huge wine with a big price to match boasts intense blackberry fruit, mineral and leather. Bring on the bloody steak!
Black Cat Syrah ’06, Napa Valley CA: Elegant and smooth with alluring aromas of cherry, plum and subtle notes of clove and white pepper.
Evil Cabernet Sauvignon ’07, South Australia: Seductive smoky cocoa, jammy plum and dark berry fruit, with a hint of oak. Devilishly spicy finish with a sweet price tag.
Twisted Merlot ’05, CA: Smacks of fresh black currant, cherries and blueberries with a soft mouth-feel. The screw top is handy at parties in case you get, um, twisted.
Spellbound Petite Sirah ’05, Lodi CA: Bold, sexy and velvety smooth with full dark fruit flavors; produced by Robert Mondavi’s grandson. Oooh…Ahhh.
