Last night we opted for opening a semi-dry white wine, Nectarine/Peach 2006 from Joseph’s Estate Wine in Niagara-on-the-Lake. The weather here in Maryland has been hot but deliciously cool in the evening so a white wine seemed the perfect choice. Upon swirling the wine, we noticed an intense peach/nectarine/apricot aroma. The wine was a light gold color and medium-bodied. The taste was peachy and while the wine was semi-dry, the intense fruit flavor gave a definite sense of sweetness. Suggested pairings include Swiss cheese, chicken or pork.

All in all, I enjoyed the wine although my husband did not care for it. Frequently we discuss what wine to have for dinner. This does bring to mind wines packaged in an airtight bag. When we visited Colio Estate Wines, we saw staff bottling wine into bags. I learned that it is suggested to use these bags in the box as a way to have wine on tap. Have a couple of these in your refrigerator and you have the option of what wine to have with dinner.