BRJ Distributing Trade Tasting

On October 29, Robin and I attended the BRJ Distributing Co. – Fine Wines/Beer Annual Trade Tasting show here in Boise. There were 29 wineries from all around the Northwest represented. BRJ Distributors represent these wineries here in Boise. The house was packed. The wines were flowing with 1-2 oz pours and the food to accompany the wines was super. We got to try some wines from several different wineries. As for our choices: (1) Aerovin and Mionetto Besitos Valencia Moscato – at $6.29 this was a very smooth and fruity moscato. (2) O’Neil Vintners and Distillers Allegro Moscato (Italy) – still very inexpensive at $7.59. (3) Latah Creek Muscat Canelli – $7.80. Question is: Was sugar added? And there were some others that were super. Saviah Cellars – Walla Walla Petit Verdot was awesome. It was big and bold. But my benchmark is Indian Creek Petit Verdot. The Saviah Cellars is pushing the benchmark and if you can, purchase some of the Walla Walla Petit Verdot. They also had a good Cabernet Franc. Renwood Winery poured a Clarion Amador County Zinfandel and a Reserve Dry Creek Zinfandel that were both very good. I prefered the Dry Creek, though. We also tried some Mollydooker Wines. Their Maitre D’ was high in alcohol and goes for $17.89. But their Gigglepot ($35.00) was their best, even out doing their top of the line at $63.00 Carnival of Love, which really should be laid down for 5 years or so. Maybe a good investment for someone.
So there you have some of the wines that we tried. Now here are some photos of the event. Be sure to Left-Click the photos to see full screen. Enjoy.