20230628 Weekly Wine Times
Wine Club Release: Processing on Sunday!
We will be processing your club orders on Sunday, July 2nd, after 5 pm. Pick ups will begin on Wednesday, July 5th. The last time to make any changes to your club is on Sunday, July 2nd, before 5 pm via this link HERE. Be sure to update your credit cards and shipping addresses (if applicable).
Don't forget to RSVP for one of the release parties on July 8th or 9th (Please get your tickets by Thursday July 6th so we can provide an accurate count to Mighty Fine):
Saturday, July 8th, 12:00 to 1:30 pm
Saturday, July 8th, 2:00 to 3:30 pm
Saturday, July 8th, 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Sunday, July 9th, 12:00 to 1:30 pm
Sunday, July 9th, 2:00 to 3:30 pm
Sunday, July 9th, 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Winery Happenings
The bottling season is upon us with July activities in both California and Texas.
- July 10th (Monday) and 11th (Tuesday) - all hands on deck for 2 full days of bottling both reds and whites. Due to the extreme heat and strenuous activity we will be having shorter work shifts. Note: all volunteer positions are outside, require standing, and lifting cases of wine that weigh up to 40 or 50 pounds. There is no parking at 18B where we are bottling. Below is a link to a video to get an idea of some of the volunteer stations needed during bottling.
- July 17th through 20th - John and Audrey are in California bottling our Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Zinfandel.
Save the Date: Thursday July 20th 5:45 - 6:45
During the summer months, we are going to host game night once a month during the last reservation on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Get your reservation ASAP for the July 20th evening of fun and games. We look forward to seeing you at game night! Let the games begin! Note: No charge to play but be sure and get a reservation!
Specials
Bryan is mixing up some Roasted Corn Salsa to serve with tortilla chips.
Food
Specials for Friday through Sunday:
- $ 8 Chips and Roasted Corn Salsa
- $12 Chips and Salsa with Wine Pairing
- $15 Chips and Salsa with Reserve Wine Pairing
Wine
This is the last week for this tasting menu and packages so pick up your favorites ASAP!
Tasting Menu::
- 2019 Blanc du Bois TX (bottle retail $28)
- 2019 Roussanne TX (bottle retail $32)
- 2019 Viognier TX (bottle retail $36)
- 2019 Dolcetto TX (bottle retail $32)
- 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon TX (bottle retail $46)
Tastings:
- $20 Tasting of the 5 wines above
Glasses:
- $9 2019 Trebbiano TX (retail $12) - Wine of the Month (through Friday)
- $9 2019 Viognier TX (retail $12) - Wine of the Month (starting Saturday)
- $9 2019 Roussanne TX (retail $12)
- $9 2019 Dolcetto TX (retail $12)
Packages:
- $ 50 TX 2 Step (retail $72): 2019 Roussanne TX, 2019 Tempranillo TX
- $ 52 Red, White, & Rosé (retail $80): 2019 Wild Eye Red, 2019 Blanc du Bois, 2021 Rosé
- $ 62 BBQ Buddies (retail $96): 2019 Dolcetto, 2019 Tempranillo, 2019 Wild Eye Red
- $ 62 All White, All White, All White (retail 96): 2019 Roussanne TX, 2019 Trebbiano TX, 2019 Viognier TX
- $110 Tasting Fab 5 (retail $174): 2019 Blanc du Bois TX, 2019 Roussanne TX, 2019 Viognier TX, 2019 Dolcetto, 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon TX
June Wine of the Month: 2019 Trebbiano (last few days)
Bottle $18 (retail $28) 36% discount
Case $192 (retail $336 - 43% discount ($16 per bottle))
Trebbiano is one of the most widely grown white grapes in the world. It is extensively used for blending as it produces a balanced white wine. We source our fruit from Bingham Family Vineyards in Meadow, Texas. Our Trebbiano has a balanced green grape and earthy nose and is light on the palate with hints of green apple and Bosc pear.
Tasting Notes: Balanced green grape and earthy nose that is light on the palate with hints of green apple and Bosc pear.
Recommended Food Pairings: Light salads, shellfish, light fish, chicken, light cheeses, and tapas.
Recipe of the Month: Spaghetti with Seafood
Awards:
Gold:
- 2023 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition - Texas Class Champion
- 2021 San Francisco Chronicle
- 2021 Texas International Wine Competition
Silver
- 2020 San Francisco International
- 2021 Lone Star International Wine Competition
- 2021 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition
- 2021 Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition
- 2022 Lone Star International Wine Competition
- 2022 San Francisco Chronicle
- 2022 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition - Texas Reserve Class Champion
- 2023 Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition
Bronze
- 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition
- 2020 Lone Star International Wine Competition & Rodeo International Wine Competition
- 2022 San Francisco International Wine Competition
- 2021 TEXSOM & International Wine Competition
- 2023 San Francisco Chronicle
July Wine of the Month: 2019 TX Viognier
Bottle $23 (retail $36) 36% discount
Case $240 (retail $432 - 44% discount ($20 per bottle)
Viognier is a Rhone varietal that has found a home in the Texas High Plains and the grapes are grown by Bingham Family Vineyards in Meadow, Texas.
Tasting Notes: Our Viognier is a full-bodied white wine with distinctive floral aromas reminiscent of jasmine, honeysuckle and a hint of vanilla. The palate is lush with rich taste of pear and melon.
Recommended Food Pairings: Shellfish – crab, prawns, scallops or lobster. Spice-rubbed chicken or turkey as well as braised or roasted vegetables, Moroccan dishes or mild curries.
Recipe of the Month: Sauteed Chicken Celery Root Puree and Chestnuts
Awards:
Double Gold:
- 2021 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition
Gold:
- 2020 San Francisco International
- 2021 San Francisco Chronicle
- 2021 Lone Star International Wine Competition
Silver:
- 2021 Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition
- 2021Texas International Wine Competition
- 2022 Lone Star International Wine Competition
- 2022 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition
- 2023 Texas International Wine Competition
Bronze
- 2020 Lone Star International Wine Competition & Rodeo International Wine Competition
- 2021 San Francisco International Wine Competition
- 2021 TEXSOM & International Wine Competition
- 2022 San Francisco International Wine Competition
- 2023 Houston Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition
- 2023 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo International Wine Competition
- 2023 San Francisco Chronicle
Important Date(s) This Week
Wine Down Friday with Stefanie Fix (3:30-6:30): June 30th
Smooth Sax Sunday with Rodney Howell (2:00-4:45): July 2nd
Reservations are recommended to ensure you get a table, but some walk-ins are available on a first-come-first-served basis. Online ordering with contactless curbside pickup remains available.
- WED-SAT 1:00-7:00 PM
- SUN 12:30-5:00 PM
We hope you find this email informative and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Cheers,
The Bent Oak Winery Team