CLOVIS POINT VINEYARD & WINERY TASTING 16 JUN 2022

 

Technically this is a revisit but the last time we stopped at Clovis Point Vineyard & Winery was over a decade ago.  Clovis Point is nestled in the hamlet of Laurel along main road NY-25 and is easily found on a Google map (Fig 00).  Approaching the entrance, you are treated to a sweeping view of the Vineyards to the East (Fig 01).  The entrance leads directly into the tasting room decorated with a midcentury farm feel.  The tasting room provides a view of the patio and the vineyards to the South (Fig 02).  Covered seating is provided on the patio, and open-air seating on the lawn (Fig 03).  The tasting menu list 11 wines reflecting the current offering to construct a flight from (Fig 04).  Limiting the selection to only four was challenging, but the wines included 2017 Cabernet Franc, 2019 Malbec, 2019 Archeology, and 2016 Artifact (Fig 05).

The Cabernet Franc is a subtle blend of about 10% of Malbec, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Sauvignon added to provide some additional complexity to the Franc.  The resulting blend is smooth, light in tannins with good fruit noes, including Bramble and hints of pepper.  The Malbec is also a subtle blend and presents with Cherry, Plum, light tannins, and bright acidity.  Next is the 2019 Archeology Clovis Point’s flagship wine, a rich blend of six different varietals that yield a rich, mouthfeel wine with herbaceous and pepper notes followed by plum and well-structured plum tannins.  The 2019 Archeology is well worth acquiring and letting it more fully develop in the cellar over a few years.  Finally, the 2016 Artifact is a bit of a surprise in that it is thick viscous, and sweet, with a deep rust color strikingly similar to a good port.

Jo enjoyed a glass of the 2021 Sauvignon Blanc (Fig 06), which presented with straw color, intense floral notes, and an intense Grapefruit note.  The Sauvignon Blanc will pair well with most Seafood.  As with any fine winery, Clovis Point provides a menu of meats, cheeses, and chocolates to compliment your tasting experience (Fig 07).  However, as we had just finished lunch, we opted to pass on any nibbles.  In summary, good people, good wine, and a fun afternoon.  Clovis Point is well worth revisiting much more often. 

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FIG 01 - CLOVIS POINT EAST VINEYARD

FIG 02 - CLOVIS POINT SOUTH VINEYARD

FIG 03 - CLOVIS POINT OUTSIDE TASTING PATIO

FIG 04 - CLOVIS POINT WINE MENU

FIG 05 - CLOVIS POINT RED FLIGHT

FIG 06 - CLOVIS POINT SAUVIGNON BLANC 2021

FIG 07 - CLOVIS POINT FOOD MENU

FIG 00 - CLOVIS POINT VINEYARD & WINERY - GOOGLE MAP