This past weekend we joined friends and other wine enthusiasts at Gray Ghost Winery to celebrate the release of their acclaimed 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. An elegant evening of wine, fine cuisine and music was held at the winery, and attendees were presented with their own keepsake glass, a lovely crystal red wine glass inscribed in gold ink with the Gray Ghost logo. Of course, the glass was filled with the 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon!

And what an elegant pour it was—deep garnet in color, a bold bouquet that featured tobacco and dried currants, and a complex flavor profile rich in deep cherry/plum flavors with some spice toward the end. We all noted a lengthy finish . Our friend, Jason, remarked that it seemed to be a perfect cigar wine. However, all of us preferred the 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon with the evening’s menu. This included prime rib with gorgonzola sauce, salmon filets, roasted vegetables, and potatoes. A richer experience was enjoyed with the Cabernet and dark chocolate desserts offered at the end of the meal.

Time did seem to fly, but we made certain to purchase bottles of the 2004 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Warren’s bottle is destined for the wine rack as this one will only get better with age. This is a limited production wine, so be sure to make it out to Gray Ghost to purchase a bottle of this special offering–and be sure to mention that Virginia Wine Time sent you.