Summertime is synonymous with Sauvignon Blanc. No other wine screams “drink me” on a hot summer day as a relief to the scorching heat more than this racy, acidic white wine that is full of fresh fruit, minerality and a lively finish. With so many different styles from regions across the world to choose from, it can be hard to decide which one you would work best for you. Advanced Sommelier Jenny Benzie will guide you through a handful of selections for you to learn more where each wine comes from and what makes them stand out in a sea of Sauvignon Blanc options. A WHALE-Y GOOD ONE Any day on island is a good day to visit the Nantucket Historical Association’s Whaling Museum, not just on a Grey Lady kind of day. The same can be said true of when it comes to drinking SOUTHERN RIGHT SAUVIGNON BLANC from South Africa. The vineyards of this Sauvignon Blanc specialist are...Read More >
One of the many benefits of living on the pristine island of Nantucket is that you are completely surrounded by water. In every direction you turn, almost all roads lead to a serene sandy beach. Because of this, islanders have adapted to becoming resilient during the dreadful winter Nor’Easter storms, working to become as sustainable as possible to preserve the peace and tranquility of our island home, and being stewards of the ocean waters that surround us. There is a sense of peace and serenity of being on the water and that is an enormous draw not only for locals, but also for those who make their annual pilgrimage to the island. The ocean provides us with a bounty of nourishment to our souls and to our bellies. What better way to experience all that Mother Ocean has to offer than by experiencing the fun, excitement and delight of a day fishing charter off the coast of the Grey Lady....Read More >
RED, WHITE AND ROSÉ: SIPS OF SUMMER WINE SELECTIONS Warmer temperatures, longer beach days and refreshingly chilled wines. Summer is just around the corner, as well as transitioning to easy drinking, every day style wines that are light on the palate and the pocket. Summer entertaining, whether at Cisco Beach or your own backyard bbq, doesn’t have to be complicated or costly. The best value wines for summer sipping are often times not your usual grape varietal suspects, or at least not from typical wine regions that are foremost in your mind. No need to be concerned about making the wrong selection in this category, however, as Advanced Sommelier Jenny Benzie offers a quick list of wines worthy of your attention this time of year. RED, RED WINE (THINK UB40) Keeping with the spirit of this aptly named song, forget about heavy tannic, full-bodied red wines for now. Concentrate on red grape varietals that have a thinner skin and...Read More >