Wine Unfiltered

Ok, that title is just terrible.

But I am still excited that on Syfy Channel, the Jane Espenson created show, Warehouse 13 is back. And I’m even more excited that Firefly alumni Jewel Staite and Sean Maher are guesting next week! In honor of it’s return, I thought I would do a little pairing. It’s been a while since I’ve done it. Lost scarred me a little bit.

My choice? My first thought was that in honor of next week’s guest, I know that Jewel is a California Central Coast wine fan, and that Gainey is on her list. But for the series itself, I would personally go with something a little more underground if you will, a little more rare. But still reasonable.

Yes, I’m a nerd. Deal.

Sticking with Central Valley:

Kenneth Volk 2007 Touriga, Pomar Junction Vineyard   $36.00

Part of their Heirloom Collection, their site puts it like this:

“Almost every grape variety could be considered an “heirloom”, as most have been around for over a millennium. At Kenneth Volk Vineyards, however, we’re using the “rarity” definition rather than the “antique” one, to categorize rare varieties which we feel make remarkable wine”.

To me, categorizing rarities has Warehouse written all over it.

I had the opportunity to taste some of Kenneth Volk’s Heirloom Collection up at their tasting room in Santa Maria back in April, and let me tell you, I was blown away by this particular one.

The 2007 Touriga was blueberry pie, peppercorn steak, and exotic spices all rolled in one. Smooth finish, rich and luxurious. Seriously interesting, if not odd in the very best way. It was like Willy Wonka’s 3 course meal gum in a bottle. And now that I think about it, it definitely feels like something the Warehouse would store in its treasure trove of goodies.

Warehouse 13 Tuesdays, 9pm.