Don’t Miss: An Evening Uncorked Fundraiser for WSBE RI PBS
Wednesday, March 09, 2011
This year, Rhode Island's best wine event just got better--after months of frigid weather, this event is going tropical.
An Evening Uncorked!, the annual food and wine event to benefit WSBE Rhode Island PBS, is setting up delicious shop this year in New England's largest indoor garden, the Botanical Center at Roger Williams Park, on Saturday, March 19, at 7pm.
Under and amid hundreds of exotic flowers and trees, chefs from some of Rhode Island’s top restaurants will prepare tasting-sized portions of dishes that will be paired with complementary wines.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTMS Walker will provide international wines to complement food from Blaze, Capital Grille, Fireworks Catering, Harry's Bar & Burger, Nick's on Broadway, The Ocean House, Perro Salado, and Pot au Feu.
The wines
An Evening Uncorked! will also feature a silent auction and a traditionally lively live auction of classic and cult wines. Look for the following, among other hard-to-grab varietals. Donations come from private wine collectors, as well as local retailers, and restaurants. Non-wine auction items include gift baskets, hotel stays, and restaurant gift certificates. Auctioneer Richard J. Conti of Conti Estates, Auctions, & Appraisals in Attleboro, will keep the bidding lively and exciting.
Classic Wines
1998 Chateauneuf-du-Pape Value of this lot: $900
Chateauneuf-de-Pape is one of the oldest and greatest winemaking regions of the world. Fine wine has been made in this region since at least 1331. Fast forward 660 or so years to 1998. The winemakers took full advantage of the perfect growing conditions Mother Nature gave them, and Robert Parker gave this vintage a staggering 98 points. The string of excellent vintages following and the huge scores Parker began bestowing on these wines has led many producers to double and triple their prices since 1998. This 9 bottle lot is comprised of the very best producers in the entire region. Every one of these wines was purchased on release and cellared in climate control.
• 1998 Beaucastel Chateauneuf-de-Pape
• 1998 Vieux Donjon Chateauneuf-de-Pape
• 1998 Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf-de-Pape
• 1998 Paul Autard Chateauneuf-de-Pape
• 1998 Monpertois Chateauneuf-de-Pape Tradition
• 1998 Pegau Chateauneuf-de-Pape
• 1998 Charbonniere Chateauneuf-de-Pape VV
• 1998 Moulin Tacussel Chateauneuf-de-Pape
• 1998 La Nerthe Chateauneuf-de-Pape
Silver Oaks Cabernet Vertical Value of this lot: $700
1982 Silver Oak Napa Valley
1985 Silver Oak Napa Valley
1988 Silver Oak Napa Valley
1990 Silver Oak Alexander Valley
1991 Silver Oak Alexander Valley
1996 Silver Oak Alexander Valley
1998 Silver Oak Alexander Valley
2000 Silver Oak Alexander Valley
2 bottles of 1984 Stag's Leap Cabernet Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon Value of this lot: $400
Rated 94 points by Robert Parkers Wine Advocate
Cult Wines
8 bottles of 2000 Quilceda Creek Cabernet Sauvignon Value: $750
• 94 points Robert Parker: "The dark ruby-colored 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon has a nose reminiscent of a blackberry-flavored Yoplait yogurt laced with roasted oak and hints of licorice. A full-bodied wine of power and structure, it is crammed with black currants, blackberries, and spices. Its dense fruit is matched blow for blow with a muscular, firm structure. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2020." (12/02)
• 93 points Wine Spectator: "Announces itself as a serious red from the first whiff of earthy, smoky notes weaving through the licorice-scented dark berry flavors. This firm, chewy wine expands on the long finish under a layer of fine-grained tannins, holding it all together seamlessly. It begs for time in the cellar to develop. Best after 2006." (09/03)
• 92 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Bright medium ruby. Aromas of crystallized dark berries, tobacco, mocha, peat, graphite and smoky, spicy oak. Very rich and dense but not overly sweet, with strong oak notes of spice and chocolate along with suggestions of pipe tobacco and fresh herbs. Finishes with ripe, chocolatey tannins and excellent length."
Cult Napa Cabernets Value: $700
2 bottles of 1999 Lewis Cellars Cabernet
Sauvignon Reserve
1 bottle of 1999 Forman Cabernet Sauvignon
1 bottle of 1999 Rudd Jericho Canyon Red
1 bottle of 1999 Laird Family Estate Cabernet
Sauvignon
2 bottles of 1999 Merus Cabernet Sauvignon
2 bottles of 2000 Merus Cabernet Sauvignon
Rare California Reds Value: $700
4 bottles of 2004 Radio-Coteau Pinot Noir Savoy
1 bottle of 2004 Radio-Coteau Pinot Noir La
Neblina
1 bottle of 2003 Alban Vineyards Grenache Estate
1 bottle of 2003 Alban Vineyards Syrah Reva
1 bottle of 2003 Alban Vineyards Syrah Lorraine
The wine lovers
The fund raiser is co-chaired by Aldo Cipriano, Gary Light, and Greg Mitrakas. Ivan Colon, James Leach, Karla Little, Ann Martini, and Len Penagio are also on the planning committee. The volunteers come from diverse walks of life but share a common passion for wines, wine collecting, and enthusiastically share their knowledge about various wines. Their expertise, energy, and ideas help set 'An Evening Uncorked' apart from other local wine tastings and auctions.
Tickets to the gala are $125 per person and must be purchased in advance by calling 222-3636, extension 327, or online at www.ripbs.org. The popular event has sold out in past years. Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend. Cocktail attire is appropriate. Support for An Evening Uncorked! is provided by Gencorp Insurance Group, and Adler Pollock & Sheehan, PC. All proceeds benefit programming at WSBE Rhode Island PBS.
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