I finally get it. The burgundy thing.
I've probably tasted about 30 or so since I started getting into wine on the hobby level, and I've just been unable to see what all the fuss is about. I even attended a Jadot tasting, where we sampled some top-notch appellations.
Tonight I enjoyed the above referenced wine ($30 at Burkas Liquor in NW DC) with grilled salmon fillet and sauteed asparagus, and damn...it was good!
Really fresh strawberries and cherries on the nose, and the palate was similar, with a nice, clean mineral notes and perfectly balanced acidity and tannins.
Funny how tastes change over time...I've always liked wines like syrah and pinotage, but lately they've just not been hitting the mark for me, and I find myself craving more food friendly, lighter style wines. Of course, it could have something to do with the summer season, but whatever the case, I'm really happy that I turned down the pinot selections at World Market near my office tonight (all Cali wines) and took the time to visit a proper outlet w/ some Burgs.
