2007 Charbono, Robert Foley Vineyards, Napa Valley

  This week’s pick comes from sommelier Sarah DiBari, wine director at Boston’s Mooo Restaurant at the XV Beacon Hotel.  Sarah offered these comments about the Robert Foley Charbono:  “Charbono is a varietal that originated in the Savoie region in France but is now grown mainly in California and Argentina. I discovered the Robert Foley Charbono 5 years ago and have loved it ever since. It was the first Charbono I had ever had and the rich color and dark cherry and blackberry aromatics left quite an impression on me. Medium bodied with some chocolate and spice on the palate makes it a very interesting and different wine that pairs well with all types of food. However, I wouldn’t be shy about having it on its own either!”

  Sara will have the pleasure of hosting Robert Foley for a winemakers dinner in Mooo’s wine cellar on Wednesday, July 22.  Reserve a seat by calling 617.670.7525, or emailing tpereira@mooorestaurant.com.  Sarah regularly offers guests a selection from an award winning wine list of over 500 labels to pair with dishes such as Kobe Beef Dumplings with ginger, scallion and soy or Classic Beef Wellington.

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