ENO Wine Shop

Happy Saturday to everyone! Tricia and I went to ENO wine shop in Providence today to check it out and try a couple of wines.  This great, higher end wine shop on Westminster Street featured wines that were not only delicious but also quite affordable. We were due to attend the Taste of Block Island with our mothers in tow, but with the heavy rain we figured it best not to have the Coast Guard on the lookout for us in the event our ferry overturned on the way there.  Our mothers are getting on in years, they probably couldn't handle that.

So we decided to pass the afternoon with some brunch and browsing in Downcity.  Whether you're looking for something elegant for a special occassion or a value wine to pour down your throat, ENO has just what you need. The staff is knowledgable, friendly and approachable so don't be afraid to ask questions, Steve Wynn was the best!  Once you check it out, you may not go anywhere else! Now on to the wines we tasted:

Passerina Fausti 2010 This delicate white wine from the Marche region of italy was just lovely. Uncomplicated and refreshing, this is a sure winner on a hot summer afternoon. Light fruit notes, delicate aromas and a clean finish characterize this very approachable wine. The grape (Passerina) is quite unique to the Marche region, so if you are looking for something a little different give it a try. This wine is not very well known and at less than 15 bucks it is a great value. Great on its own, or try it with lighter foods and appetizers on a Sunday afternoon.

The red we tasted Tricia and I actually had the privilege of helping Steve select as his planned Italian red was bought out before the tasting began.  We decided to go the route of the Portugese and cork a bottle of  Frei Joao Bairrida DOC 2007.  This is a different red option and has a nice medium body with good structure. The flavor was a bit fruity with notes of cherry and plum. The flavor was a little bit earthy with a touch of minerality, resembling ever so slightly a medium bodied Bordeax wine. This red begs for food and would be very good with grilled salmon, roasted veggies with peppers and tomatoes or even some rich cheeses. This wine is also less than 15 bucks. Try a bottle and see what you think!

 So make sure if you're in Providence to check out ENO located at 225 Westminster Street in Providence. You will be quite impressed.

PS--they also carry a fine selection of liquors, liqueurs and whatever else your little alcoholic heart may desire.