Thursday, November 7, 2019

Sips & Tips for Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab


November’s Somm Series will feature one of our favorite Sonoma producers, Hirsch Vineyards. Join us at any Joe’s location November 18-24 to enjoy these incredible wines by the glass.

Founded by David Hirsch in 1980, Hirsch Vineyards was established to create site-specific Chardonnay & Pinot Noir. Crafting wines with incredible precision and balance, David was a pioneer in the Fort Ross region of Sonoma, which benefits greatly from the maritime influence of the Pacific Ocean. The 2017 Hirsch Vineyards, Estate, Chardonnay, Sonoma County, California ($24 per 6oz / $96 per bottle) is a shining example of the potential for crisp, mineral driven Chardonnay from the California coast. Fresh green apple and citrus dominate the aromas, with bright acidity and minerality on the palate.  This wine shines with fresh shellfish and oysters.

The San Andreas Fault is the tectonic divide between the Pacific Plate and the North American plate, which runs directly through the Hirsch property in Fort Ross.  This dichotomous terrain creates dramatic differences in the soil of their estate, making 2016 Hirsch Vineyards, San Andreas, Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, California ($24 per 6oz / $96 per bottle) unique to Hirsch Vineyards, and their flagship red wine. The light garnet color is a wonderful introduction to its beauty and finesse.  Notes of fresh red fruit on the nose are supported by crisp acidity and a textured palate, pairing perfectly with Salmon Au Poivre.



Wine Tip This month we’re hosting Jasmine Hirsch from Hirsch Vineyards for a very special wine dinner at Joe’s DC. For more information, click here.

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