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tasting notes
Brian Carter Cellars
Byzance
Columbia Valley, Washington
2013
Experience a taste of the Châteauneuf-
du-Pape region with Brian Carter
Cellars' Byzance, whose complex
nose of cherry, white pepper, tar, and
garrigue spice call upon the flavors of
the Southern Rhône. This Byzance pairs
perfectly with prime rib.
DAOU Vineyards
Reserve Chardonnay
Paso Robles, California
2018
This luxuriously smooth Chardonnay
boasts tropical notes with a full profile
of ruby red grapefruit, white peach,
and apricot, while French oak in the
back allows the fruit to shine. This
Chardonnay creates a tasty tandem
with roasted turkey.
REX HILL
Pinot Noir
Willamette Valley, Oregon
2016
Sweet berries nearly burst from the
glass of this Pinot Noir, while mocha
and herbal notes permeate the fruity
profile, adding complexity. This Pinot
synchronizes scrumptiously with
smoked turkey.
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Three cheers for the holidays
This trio of wine picks will shine on any table this season
Complete your holiday feast with wine from the WAC Cellar. e Club's annual online holiday wine sale takes place 10 am–7 pm
on Friday, December 10. Food & Beverage Vice President Peter Christian hand-selects each vintage for the sale. ree of his favorites
are listed below with tasting notes. Log on to the holiday wine sale early for the best selection: wac.net/holiday-wine-sale.
—Food & Beverage Vice President Peter
Christian holds a Level 1 Sommelier
Accreditation from the Court of Master
Sommeliers. Reach him at pchristian@
wac.net.
