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Monday, April 29, 2013

Romeo y Julieta Casino II and Fizz Sparkling Wine: Pairing


The Bubbly

Fizz Sparkling Wine by M. Lawrence
Demi-sec
Batch #31
#2081 of 2640 bottles
Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
Cuve Close Method
M. Lawrence SPW
Suttons Bay, Michigan, USA
11% abv
$14.49 Wine Barrel in Livonia, Michigan

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Flavors: lively note of fresh sweet red apple on the front, slightly tart green apple on mid and finish, crisp clean pear, do they have a pear flavored cotton candy at the local fair? … if not this will do.   

Mouthfeel: it is a Demi-sec so it is on the sweet side without being overly sweet. Super fine fizzy bubbles help to tingle the tongue for a crisp feel. Slightly tart finish that lingers on the palate along with the dominate cotton candy sweetness.   


The Cigar

Romeo y Julieta Casino II
Reserva Real
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade Ecuadoran
Binder: Nicaraguan
Fillers: Dominican and Nicaraguan
Size: 6 x 50
$11.25 a stick

Flavor Profile: this is a nice and mellow stick.  Mild white mushroom and light dry soil earthy tones; warm fresh buttered bread; very mild body weight and clean aftertaste.  This is as simple as it gets while still being tasty. 

My Strength Rating: 1.5 – very mild


The Pairing

This is a nice pairing like I thought it would be.  Both are mild to very mild in body.  The mellow flavor of the cigar co-mingles with the crisp yet sweet fruity flavors of the bubbly.  The cigar also helps to manage the sweetness on the wine.

This cigar also paired well with Cave Springs Icewine.  The smooth buttery style of the cigar allowed the Icewine to display the honey dipped white summer fruit.  





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