{"title":"Weekly Tasting Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTaste what we’re pouring this week at Hope \u0026amp; Vine. Explore our current lineup of featured wines, then stop by the shop to discover a new favorite.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hugh-hamilton-scally-wag-chardonnay","title":"Hugh Hamilton Scally Wag Chardonnay","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Chardonnay from Hugh Hamilton Wines, this wine features ripe pear and thyme florals alongside fresh brioche notes and high acidity, making it a refreshing choice to enjoy now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA balance of fruit and oak\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Chardonnay offers ripe pear and thyme florals, with fresh brioche notes and crisp, high acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRipe white pear aromas are complemented by thyme florals and fresh brioche notes. The palate shows a balance of fruit generosity alongside a spine of fine French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine is dry and has crisp, high acidity, creating a pleasing and lengthy experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChardonnay from cooler McLaren Vale\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Scally Wag Chardonnay is sourced from elevated, cooler regions of McLaren Vale, benefiting from the area's diverse soils and topographies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHugh Hamilton Wines is a fifth-generation family winery with a long-standing legacy in winemaking. The diverse soils and topographies of McLaren Vale enable a range of wine styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Chardonnay is produced from grapes grown in the cooler, higher altitudes of McLaren Vale. The Scally Wag Chardonnay undergoes 12 months of maturation on lees and spends 12 months in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epoultry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eseafood light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evegetarian light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eSouth Australia · McLaren Vale · 12.80% ABV · 86 pts — Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ruby Wines","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":50504410988781,"sku":"HV-W-0183","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/7600\/2797\/files\/hero-708c06a2474ed82a.jpg?v=1787606596"},{"product_id":"chehalem-vineyards-chehalem-mountains-pinot-noir","title":"Chehalem Vineyards Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir","description":"\u003cp\u003eEstate-grown Pinot Noir from the Chehalem Mountains, featuring lively notes of cherry, red plum, and savory spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlayful blend of fruit and spice\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine features lively notes of cherry, red plum, and savory spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAromas of cherry, blackberry, and red plum are prominent. As the wine opens, hints of jasmine, cardamom, and warm savory spices emerge. The palate is lively with red fruit flavors and soft barrel toast.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine has a medium body with a chalky structure that supports its complexity. It offers crisp acidity and high acidity, enhancing the overall experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEstate vineyards in the Chehalem Mountains\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine is produced from estate vineyards in the Chehalem Mountains, highlighting the region's terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChehalem Winery sources its Pinot Noir primarily from four estate vineyards in the Chehalem Mountains. The winery's name translates to \"Valley of Flowers\" in the Calapooia language. Chehalem emphasizes respect for the land and focuses on minimal processing to reflect the vineyard’s character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine is aged in French oak barrels for ten months. Additional fruit is sourced from select vineyards within the Chehalem Mountains AVA. 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On the palate, it is smooth and balanced, with a lovely citrussy freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine is light-bodied with crisp, high acidity. It is best enjoyed chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHigh-altitude vineyards in Bekaa Valley\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChâteau Musar is rooted in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, where its organically certified vineyards thrive at 1,000 meters above sea level.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards are planted in two distinct terroirs. Viognier is sourced from silty soils, while Vermentino and Chardonnay are grown on limestone soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are fermented in stainless steel vats at temperatures between 64 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit. 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