Day in the Vineyard

In my professional life, I am lucky enough to have the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail as a client (shameless plug - sorry!). The nine family-owned wineries produce some great wines, most of which are under $15. A few weeks ago I attended Day in the Vineyard, a cooperative event between three of the wineries: Clover Hill, Vynecrest and Pinnacle Ridge. Each winery conducted a tasting/food pairing with three of their favorite wines at Clover Hill, followed by lunch at Vynecrest and dessert at Pinnacle Ridge. It was a great day and I was able to sample some fantastic local wines.

I'd have to say my favorite of the day (and it was hard to choose!) was Clover Hill's 2006 Oak Vidal Blanc. Aged for nine months in American Oak barrels, this wine has a wide variety of flavors including toast and spice from the oak mixed with lemon and caramel. This acidic wine pairs well with seafood, chicken and pasta with cream sauces.

Listed at $12.99, Oak Vidal Blanc is available at most PA Wine & Spirits shoppes, all Clover Hill locations and online at www.cloverhillwinery.com.

Song to sip to: I Can't Get No Satisfaction, Cat Power