Fork and Cork

Wine #1
Name: Trump WineryBlanc de Blanc
Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Region: Charlottesville, VA
Country: USA
Year: 2008
Price: $25.00
   
Winery review:  Brut sparkling wine mad from 100% Chardonnay, using the traditional French methode Champenoise. Nose of green apple, brioche and slight pear. On the mouth there is crisp acidity with citrus notes. Aged 22 months on the lees. Pair with mild cheeses, sushi, or serve as an aperitif. Jefferson Cup Best of Sparkling, Double Gold Finger Lakes International, Gold VA Governor's Cup "Governor's Case".(04/27/2013 Fork and Cork, Blacksburg, VA- )

My review:This sparkling wine poured extremely bubbly. It was the very first wine I tasted at the Fork and Cork event so I was excited to try it.  It had a very light nose, and it tasted and smelled like apples. I liked this wine a lot for a sparkling wine.


Wine #2
Name: Trump Winery Chardonnay
Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Charlottesville, VA
Country: USA
Year: 2012
Price: $17.00
   
Winery review:  90% in stainless steel and 10% in french oak barrels. Vibrant grapefruit, pear and citrus aromas that are lush and crispy on the palate, finishing with a subtle creaminess. Refreshing, crips and clean, this wine is easy to drink by itself and stands up well to food. Pair with gazpacho, caprese salad, and quiche. (04/27/2013 Fork and Cork, Blacksburg, VA- )

My review:This white wine had a very clear, light yellow color when poured into the glass. It had a slight citrus nose, and it tasted very light with hints of pears, apples and nature. I did not think this wine was anything special.

Wine #3
Name: Trump Winery Rose
Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, & Cabernet Franc
Region: Charlottesville, VA
Country: USA
Year: 2012
Price: $10.00 Festival Special
   
Winery review:  Dry rose blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. Nose of strawberry and flowers. Raspberry and grapefruit on the palate. Excellent balance between acidity and volume. pair with anything off the grill, pizza, charcuterie, and cheese. Silver Jefferson Cup; Top 37 Great American Wines Saveur Magazine. (04/27/2013 Fork and Cork, Blacksburg, VA- )

My review: I thought this rose wine smelled absoultely discusting right with the first sniff. I was not expecting this at all because I usually like how rose wines smell. It tasted better than it smelled, however it was hard to get past the smell for me to enjoy it. It tasted like strawberries and flowers.

Wine #4
Name: Trump Winery Simply Red
Variety: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, & Petit Verdot
Region: Charlottesville, VA
Country: USA
Year: 2008
Price: $17.00
   
Winery review:  48% Merlot, 26% Cabernet Franc, 21% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot. Lightly toasted aromas of black currant, blueberries and cherries. Smooth, medium bodied with flavors of black cherry and cocoa with a long finish. Pair with chicken, pork tenderloin, and soft cheeses. Silver Virginia Governor's Cup, Silver Jefferson Cup. (04/27/2013 Fork and Cork, Blacksburg, VA- )

My review: This red wine had a rich nose of chocolate covered strawberries. It tasted like darker red fruits, with a slight pepper flavor as well. I really liked this wine, and I even considered buying this wine when I was at the tent. I think I would like this wine with a nice dinner as well.

Wine #5
Name: Trump Winery CRU
Variety: Chardonnay
Region: Charlottesville, VA
Country: USA
Year: N/A
Price: $28.00
   
Winery review:  100% Chardonnay juice fortified with brandy, and then aged in bourbon barrels. Try it on the rocks or mixed for a sweet treat with a kick. 14% rs. Platinum Virginia Wine lover Magazine, Silver New World International, Silver Monterey, People's Choice Award Virginia Wine Showcase. (04/27/2013 Fork and Cork, Blacksburg, VA- )

My review: This wine tasted completely different than any other wine I have ever tasted. It had a strong kick to the nose with hints of caramel and dark liquor. I could taste that it had a lot more alcohol than the other wines. It if was not as expensive I would have considered buying this wine.

Wine #6
Name: Horton Cellar Peach
Variety: Viognier
Region: Virginia
Country: USA
Year: NV
Price: $12.00
   
Winery review: 
These fruit wines are the result of my hobby gone wild and the long lost dream of Chateau Le Cabin finally coming true.  In the early 1980's the great Horton experiment began in my log cabin in Aroda, Virginia.  The cabin's cellar was full of home winemaking gear and very small barrels full of the first tastes of Horton wine.  That little cabin was the start of this endeavor and these fruit wines celebrate that home wine making spirit- Dennis Horton. (04/27/2013 Fork and Cork, Blacksburg, VA- )

My review: This wine is definitely different than most wines because it is a fruit wine. It had an extremely strong nose of peach, however this is exactly what I had expected. It also tasted sweet like peaches; yet again, exactly what I had expected. I however do not think I could drink a lot of this wine because it was pretty sweet.

Wine #7
Name: Horton Cellar Blackberry
Variety: Petit Verdot
Region: Virginia
Country: USA
Year: NV
Price: $12.00
   
Winery review: 
These fruit wines are the result of my hobby gone wild and the long lost dream of Chateau Le Cabin finally coming true.  In the early 1980's the great Horton experiment began in my log cabin in Aroda, Virginia.  The cabin's cellar was full of home winemaking gear and very small barrels full of the first tastes of Horton wine.  That little cabin was the start of this endeavor and these fruit wines celebrate that home wine making spirit- Dennis Horton. (04/27/2013 Fork and Cork, Blacksburg, VA- )

My review: Blackberry wine is the only fruit wine that I have tasted multiple times in the past so I was excited to compare this wine to others that I have tasted. Luckily, like all of the other blackberry wines I've had, I thought this one was very good as well. It had a nose and tongue of blackberry that I had expected. I regret not buying a bottle of this wine when I had the chance.

Wine #8 With Food
Name: Verita's White Star
Variety: Viognier, Traminette, Chardonnay & Vidal Blanc
Region: Virginia
Country: USA
Year: NV
Price: $18.00
   
Winery review: White Star is gleaming with flavors of ripe tropical fruits as if they were kissed by the sun. The fruits are layered with fresh peaches, pineapple, mango, and hints of coconut. The light residual sugar is perfectly balanced with the clean acidity, leaving the palate wishing on a shooting star for more.(04/27/2013 Fork and Cork, Blacksburg, VA)

My review: I had tasted quite a few wines at this point in time of the day, therefore I had decided to eat some food and have it in line and while I got to taste test this wine. This white wine had a strong nose of mango and sweet fruits. Normally I do not like super fruity wine, however I liked how this wine smelled. It tasted like and fruity just like it smelled. I had this wine with cheese pizza. It does not sound like the absolute best paring, however I still really liked the wine with the food paring. I think the crust went really well with the wine.

Favorite Wine of the Day
My favorite wine of the day was most definitely the Trump Winery CRU. I liked it because I have never tasted something like this ever before. I have been taste testing wine and getting into it all this semester and it was awesome that I got to try something new. I definitely could not drink a lot of this wine at once though.

Below is picture of my friend Michelle and I at Fork and Cork.