![]() Alluring aromas of stone fruit and lychee precede a surge of juicy peach and bright citrus flavors. This unique duo creates a juicy and refreshing wine with a kiss of sweetness and loads of character. Winexpert LE22 California Pinot Grigio Gewürztraminer…MARCH The dry, rocky mountain soils force the vines to work harder for nutrients, producing smaller, more concentrated grapes. Altitude is key to Mendoza’s quality the hot, semi-arid climate gives the grapes the sun and heat they need to fully ripen, while the cool mountain nights drastically slow ripening thereby preserving acidity. Sitting at the foot of the Andes and an average of 900 meters above sea level, Mendoza boasts some of the highest vineyards in the world. Sweetness: Dry | Body: Full | Oak: Heavy | Alcohol: 14% ABV Structured and zesty, with firm tannin and food-friendly acidity. This exciting blend shows black cherry and raspberry aromas infused with subtle clove spice, leading to an expressive palate of bright red fruit and ripe dark berry, backed by soft spice, vanilla and dark chocolate notes. Bonarda builds on juicy fruit flavors and softens tannin, while Syrah lends savory spice character. Malbec leads the way providing structure and black fruit. Winexpert LE22 Argentina Malbec Bonarda Syrah w/Skins…FEBRUARY Vineyards are often planted at elevations between 250-550 meters but have a uniquely warm microclimate thanks to the southern sun exposure. The tiny region of Savoie sits to the west bordering Switzerland and is the only alpine wine region in France. The small and prestigious Northern Rhône region experiences a cooler climate than its southern counterpart, due to the mistral wind that brings in colder air. Sweetness: Dry | Body: Medium-Full | Oak: None | Alcohol: 13.5% ABV This textured wine leans to the fuller side but stays smooth and fresh with elegant balance. The palate is rich with expressive peach, apricot, and Meyer lemon flavors, just hinting at honeysuckle and brioche. It draws you in with inviting aromas of stone fruit, honeysuckle, and soft herbal notes. Winexpert LE22 French Viognier Roussanne Marsanne…JANUARYĪ beautiful blend composed of the only three white wine grapes permitted to be grown in the Northern Rhone. Cab grown here is known for being fruitier and less astringent and the Merlot shows a more boisterous body and rich fruitiness. Hot days develop ripe fruit flavors while cool nights help lock in acidity, keeping fruit in focus. Cab and Merlot are widely planted here, where the long growing season allows these grapes to reach optimal ripeness. Walla Walla sits on Washington’s southern border, dipping slightly into Oregon. Sweetness: Dry | Body: Medium-Full | Oak: Medium | Alcohol: 13.5% ABV A concentrated and seamless blend with silky tannin. The palate is stacked with layers of deep cherry, black fruit, baking spice, and mocha. The result is a beautiful blend showing aromas of black currant with hints of dried herb and toasted almond. Robust Cabernet Sauvignon provides structure and black fruit flavors while complimentary Merlot softens Cab’s high tannin and acidity and adds juicy fruit and texture. ![]() Winexpert LE22 Washington Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot…DECEMBERĪ classic combination. Limited Edition Wine kits from Winexpert are available for preorder! $175 a piece. Since this will be my last official week at Lancaster Homebrew, I’d love if you’d stop by on Friday or Saturday with a homebrew and a story to share! They are excited for the opportunity and can’t wait to meet you all! I will be helping them with the transition so you may still spot me at the shop, otherwise you can find me next door at Big Dog! Jeremiah has been homebrewing for 21 years and has been a long time customer as well. I am excited to announce that a local couple is taking over Lancaster Homebrew as of August 1st. ![]() It’s been great getting to know so many people and I’ve even made some lifelong friends! Juggling responsibilities between the shop and Big Dog Craft Brewing has worn me out over the last few years and so I have decided to sell the shop and focus on my brewing. August marks 14 years since Lancaster Homebrew opened and it has been fun seeing all the growth and changes in the hobby. First of all, I’d like to thank everyone for their support over the years.
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