Continuing with our Spring break plans, Camp and I decided to scout out a steep ride we wanted to attempt later this week... We ended our assessment at the top of a mountain, where we sat outside the Peaks of Otter Lodge enjoying a bottle of wine on a perfect, clear, 60 degree afternoon. We're still going to try that ride, but it will definitely be a challenge.
Name: Red Mountain Laurel
Grape: grape, it's hard to tell
Color: light red
Smell: grape, honey
Taste: sweet, just like grape juice, one dimensional, light body
Dryness/Sweetness: definitely sweet
Food: just tasting
Country/Region: Virginia - Chateau Morrisette grows many of their grapes in their vineyard in Floyd County. However, they also diversify and get their grapes from all across Virginia.
Alcohol Content: must be low, but it’s not specified
How much? $8.99-$10.99
Would you drink it again? Going to get another bottle soon
Extra thoughts? Chateau Morrisette was the second winery I ever visited. (My first was Shelton Vineyards in NC. I'll tell you about it sometime.) I'll definitely be going back because it's an entire experience. They have a tour of the winery, tasting, gift shop, and a restaurant. I encourage you to check out the website to learn more. The other cool thing about this winery/vineyard is that you can buy just about all of the varieties they offer in most (if not all) Virginia Krogers or Food Lions. I'm from Richmond and have seen them at our Kroger.
Back to the wine itself. Red Mountain Laurel is smooth and sweet. If you want know what spiked grape juice tastes like, try this. I love it, but don't expect anything complex. I also like it slightly chilled.
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From the website:
"This is a distinctive dessert wine made from a blend of native American grape varieties. It exhibits flavors of fresh grapes and cherries that are complemented by a sweet, smooth finish. A nice accompaniment for chocolate desserts, delicious poured over pound cake, or served as an aperitif."
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