It was reported that the blizzard that hit the Midwest this week was over 1000 miles long and several hundred miles wide. A dangerous mixture of heavy snow and ice, this storm caused airports, colleges, and a military base to join the list of closings that traveled across the bottom of our television screens for several days. Now we are getting frigid temperatures and treacherous refreezing. Ironically, on Groundhog's Day Punxsutawney Phil heralded an early spring. Let's hope!
The Secret Society of Wine Girls was scheduled to meet at the height of the storm, but didn't feel our love of wine should overshadow common sense. So a rare, but wise, call was made to cancel our gathering for safety's sake.
Later in the week I was able to dust off and open an absolutely superb bottle of Chambourcin from Augusta Winery, vintage 2004. The nose of this medium bodied red wine was pleasantly oaky with a hint of what might be cedar. Outstanding! That flavor did not overshadow a subtle, smooth taste of berries, and the finish was smooth and lasting. The stress of the week was put aside as we enjoyed sipping this wonderfully rich wine. Another fine wine from Augusta Winery in Augusta, Missouri.
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