It’s hot! It’s cold! Yup, it’s April, so of course New Jersey can’t decide if it’s summer or the end of winter. Last week the highs reached 87°F for two days straight, right after nights of freeze warnings. It’ll be in the 80°’sF again as you read this, and this morning I had to put a jacket on to walk Johnny.
What do you drink at a time like this, when you can go from overchilled to overheated in an hour? I think this 2019 Chateau Bourdieu red blend can fit the bill.
This wine hails from the Blaye-Côtes de Bordeaux, near the Medoc. The grapes of Bordeaux are primarily cabernet sauvignon, merlot, and cabernet franc. This has a pretty soft garnet color, and I get bramble on the nose. I get a little blackberry and tobacco on the palate. There’s a little freshness that hints at spring somewhere in the offing, but isn’t totally out of place curled up on the couch wrapped up in a sweater. It could work with a beefy stew or grilled burgers.
I’m off to bed under a blanket and then to make sure the AC works for tomorrow. I hope the weather picks one and sticks with it soon!