Posts Written OnMay 31, 2011

Paumanok Vineyards 2010 Chenin Blanc

By Lenn Thompson, Executive Editor There are few Long Island wines with as much of a cult-ish following as Paumanok Vineyards 2010 Chenin Blanc ($25). The Massoud family has had unequivocal success with this "interesting accident" and yet, it remains a one-of-a-kind wine on Long Island. No one else has planted chenin yet. The first thing you might notice about the 2010 is the price — $25 — down a few dollars from the last couple of vintages. With a new chenin vineyard coming into its own, the Massouds have more fruit to work with, production has increased and the…

Times Union New York Wine Club: May 2011 Selections

By Lenn Thompson, Executive Editor May's Times Union New York Wine Club selections are on their way to members and that means it's time to tell you a bit about them. For our Basic-Level Members this month, we have a great duo that you can take to or serve at your next bbq. Peconic Bay Winery 2009 Lot #2 is a blend of merlot, cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon that delivers good value. Complex for the price point, the nose offers sweet red cherry and red raspberry fruit with layers of earthy spice and sweet herbs over top. The palate…