Saturday after I left Fall Fest in Rome, NY I realized I could still stop by the Saturday Tasting at Valley Wine and Liquor in Herkimer. I thought it might be a fun end to my Saturday adventuring, and I often discover something new to sip. Of course I had one of my Adventure Books with me to take tasting notes.
I confided in Dave, who did the pouring, that I was feeling a little emotional after seeing my parents taking their nice walk at Bellamy Harbor Park and being so grateful that they get to grow old together and still love each other so much. Naturally I can’t help feeling sad that I do not get to grow old with my Steve. I comfort myself with the phrase, “I just don’t get to, that’s all.” But Dave’s friendliness soon cheered me up, and I enjoyed sampling his wares.
Friendly guy, different spirits, what’s not to like?
We started with Goodnoff Vodka, which he put over ice and added orange soda. I said it was tasty, but I am not much of a vodka aficionado. Next I tried the Good Fucking Pinot Pinot Grigio. That was very nice indeed. I AM a Pinot Grigio fan.
Next I tried the Milamore from Argentina, a red. They let the Malbec grape wither on the vine then ferment it. This is the only winery doing the style outside of Italy. I love these notes about the making of the wines, although I daresay I miss a few things when I take my notes.
Next I moved to Holster Bourbon, a 90 proof Kentucky bourbon. I told Dave I have only lately come to the bourbon party, previously not liking it much but continuing to try different kinds, just in case. Well, I thought this stuff was amazing. So smooth! It was a very nice price too. Next was Tennessee Legend Distillery Small Batch Dirty Cream. It, too, was very nice. It didn’t even taste like booze, really. I thought it would be great in coffee.
The last thing I tried was Good Fucking Bubbles Extra Dry Prosecco. I told Dave how I was searching for a new bubbly to love, since my old favorite, Great Western Brut or Extra Dry was no longer being made. He actually had not opened the Prosecco but opened it just for me, after I told him my bubbly story. He was justified, too, because I liked it a lot. I purchased a bottle. Will it be my new favorite? I’ll let you know.
Valley Wine and Liquor is located 326 Caroline St., Herkimer, NY. You can find them on line at shopvalleywine.com.
