Classic California Wine Tasting
Le Petit Bijou
Saturday, Feb 4th 2-4pm
*Our original location- 103 North Side Square*
$20 Per Person (Wine Tasting Only)
Reservations Requested. Call 256-964-7980
Presented by special guest,
Phil Oreh of Alabama Crown
2021 Flowers Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, California $42.99
Amidst the cold and rugged conditions, Flowers Chardonnay enlightens with a stunningly pure and vibrant character. At Flowers, the believe in crafting distinctive and complex wines that truly reflect a sense of place. With this bottle, they are pleased to share the layers of bright citrus-fruit and coastal minerality that are expressive of the Sonoma Coast.
Critical Acclaim
JS93James Suckling
A linear and tight white with sliced lemon and green apple, as well as hints of honeysuckle. Medium body with a creamy texture and a salty, jasmine undertone to the fruit at the finish. Solid. Phenolics.
2021 Flowers Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, California $42.99
The Flowers Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir has notes of dried currants, ripe rose petals, and black tea. Dark cherry flavors are balanced with fresh acidity, persistent mid palate, and a lifted finish.
Critical Acclaim
JS93James Suckling
This has nice tension and tannic framing. Full-bodied, firm and lightly chewy with freshness, and spicy character to the ripe strawberry and cherry on the finish.
2020 Foley Johnson Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford, Napa Valley, California $28.99
Our Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon is a wonderful expression of the classic Bordeaux varietal. Upon opening, striking aromas of black cherry and tobacco fill the nose and provide a gateway to the sophisticated palate. The palate is well balanced with succulent acidity, with flavors of fresh wild berries and subtle savory notes. Bold, round tannins and notes of toasted vanilla from the oak aging linger on the elegant finish.
2019 Brendel "Cooper's Reed" Cabernet Sauvignon, St. Helena, Napa Valley, California $35.99
This wine is a modern nod to history. Aged in large vessels sealed with reeds, ingrained with the wisdom of the past. This pure expression of Cabernet Sauvignon evolves with each sip and gracefully unfolds on the palate. A slightly bashful beginning leads to an exuberant end. Having just oneglass will require some serious restraint.
Critical Acclaim
WW91Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The 2019 Brendel Cooper's Reed Cabernet Sauvignon is a delicious treat from start to finish. TASTING NOTES: This wine exhibits lovely aromas and flavors of black fruit, licorice, violets, and savory spices. Enjoyed with pan-seared flap steak and a side of baby bok choy. (Tasted: August 14, 2021, San Francisco, CA)
2017 Heitz Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California $64.99
On the palate, the 2017 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon displays a variety of soft and elegant red fruits such as wild raspberry, ripe strawberry, and red currant. The undertones of Western Red Cedar and fresh turned potting soil evoke an old world earthiness that remains true to classic style of Cabernet Sauvignon from decades past.
Critical Acclaim
WE92Wine Enthusiast
Thick in black fruit, soy and leather, this is a concentrated and well-structured wine, showing plenty of ability to age. Sinewy and still tight, it shows the warmth of the vintage and underlying freshness that helps to balance and broaden. Enjoy best from 2027–2032.
Cellar Selection
WS91Wine Spectator
Reserved in style, with mint, tea and sandalwood aromas leading the way for a fine-grained core of damson plum and red currant coulis. A subtle savory edge winds through the finish, which lingers prettily. Drink now.
RP90Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Heitz's 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon is predominantly St. Helena fruit, but it includes grapes from other AVAs as well. With its cherry notes and some darker, more cassis-like nuances, hints of dried herbs and dusty earth, it's pretty classic old-school Cabernet. Medium to full-bodied, it's linear, silky and fine, avoiding any sense of jammy excess.
