Our First Blind Tasting . .
We’ve just recently experienced our first blind tasting. For those who don’t know what a blind tasting is, it is when you get to score a line-up of wines based on colour, smell and taste without knowing what the wine is. The bottles have their labels covered, hence the name ‘Blind Tasting’. Let me tell you, it was a fun adventure, one you just must try!
Last night’s event was a presentation of some 2019 Barbaresco, so this year’s vintage. We went with a couple from Kent, a German neighbour and 3 Italian family members, who are prominent wine people in the region and whose Barbaresco was one of the wines being scored.
My favorite was number 7 from Tanuta Roncaglie. We will definitely be heading to their cantina very soon for supplies. Apparently our crutin is running low. My second favourite was number 11 by Rapalino who just so happen to be our neighbours.
Our hosts at Taste Osteria a Tre Stelle (or Tuss-teh as its called) served about 70 ‘tasters’ an amazing 6 course meal, keeping us all relatively sober and on track to score 19 Barbarescos. I made it to 11 and raised the white flag. Tim and most of our party managed all 19.
It was a very noisy evening with lots of hilarious argument over wines and vintages. When the labels were finally revealed, even more good natured teasing ensued as lots of people had to admit to not knowing their wines quite as intimately as they thought.
Tastè is an experience not be missed. It was a school in its previous life and must have been an awesome place to learn because of the stunning views! Reservations for a meal at Tastè are a very good idea as during the tourist season, this restaurant is always busy! We highly recommend visiting this wonderful establishment on your next visit to Casa Langhe di Mango.
As the night progressed, we sat outside in a warm Summer breeze, watching the sun go down over The Alps, surrounded by the pure beauty of The Langhe. We dined and sipped some of the best wines of the region and enjoyed a truly wonderful evening with our friends.
Tastè
Phone +39 339 2092 2019.
Strada Nicolini Alto 10, Localita Tre Stelle in Barbaresco (CN).
Website: http://www.osteriataste.it/portfolio/barbaresco/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/osteriataste