A Tasting to Benefit the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society

Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend.  Wilmington was a little wild last night due to the St. Patrick's Day festivities.  The wife and I saw the cops literally rolling a guy into a paddy wagon right outside our house.  Apparently some folks had started imbibing at 10 am and kept it going well into the evening.  We went to a small gathering at a friend's house around the corner, which was quite enjoyable.  Some beer, a great cheese made with black truffles, and lively conversation.  Good times, good times.
Additionally, I had the honor of pouring some nice Italian wines at an event to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.  Over 200 people attended the event at a beautiful home in West Chester, PA.  I had the opportunity to meet some very avid wine drinkers and even direct Ron Jaworski to the downstairs bar for some Miller Lite.  The hits of the evening were the Di Majo Norante Ramitello and the Argiolas Costamolino.  The Ramitello is a blend of Montepulciano and Aglianico, and it has some nice dark and red fruit and licorice notes, which I love.  The Costamolino is 100% Vermentino, which is and isn't similar to Pinot Grigio.  You'll notice a hint of nuttiness with the citrus and melon flavors.  A great wine for sipping and lighter fish dishes.  Go out and try a couple bottles.

Happy sipping!