Drink (and think) like a somm
Stinson
Lido Deck
2024
Virginia
Monticello
Tannat
50%
Cabernet Sauvignon 50%
Blackberry, Pomegranate, Dried Strawberry, Clove
Traditional
LEES AGING
8.5 Months
ABOUT
Stinson 2024 Lido Deck
Lido Deck is a lively, fruit-forward sparkling red that’s sure to be the life of any party. Crafted in the traditional method from estate grown Tannat and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine captures a playful tension between two bold varieties.
PAIRINGS
IN A PINCH
Blue cheese and charcuterie.
DEEPER DIVE
This is a very versatile wine, capable of being enjoyed on its own, especially throughout the summer evenings, but will also be able to pair beautifully with a wide range of options.
The most notable aspect is the big, ripe fruit flavors that are bursting from the first sip. But what really makes this a great pairing wine is the balanced structure. The elevated acidity and tannins will help take on some richer fare like grilled meats and even stews.
Where this wine will really shine though is on the table for Thanksgiving where it will pair with just about everything typically served.
STANDOUT FEATURES: Ripe fruit flavors, elevated acidity, firm tannins.
PAIRING SCALE
STEER CLEAR
Anything too light will get overpowered easily by this wine. Probably not a great option for most seafood.
CHEESES
Stilton
Stilton
Country: England
Animal: Cow
Type: Strong, funky
Texture: Hard
Rind: Edible
Style: Full-bodied, tangy
Aged Gouda
Aged Gouda
Country: Netherlands
Animal: Cow, goat, sheep
Type: Hard
Texture: Grainy
Rind: Not Edible
Style: Nutty, earthy, sweet
Chèvre
Chèvre
Country: France
Animal: Goat
Type: Soft
Texture: Creamy, crumbly
Rind: Edible
Style: Acidic, salty, tangy
RECIPE IDEAS
SERVICE
WHICH GLASSES?
All-purpose glasses are probably best here, but you could go with the coupes for a festive touch.
BORDEAUX
BURGUNDY
FLUTE
COUPE
ALL-PURPOSE
WHITE
DESSERT
SHOULD I DECANT THIS?
WHY “Nope”?
This was definitely designed to be enjoyed right out of the bottle. The fruit flavors have no trouble showing up, so no need to break out the decanter here.
SERVING TEMP
The correct serving temperature is important to show a wine’s true potential, but don’t stress over getting the temp exactly right. Use the chart below to try to get in the right ballpark.
AGING
WHEN SHOULD I OPEN THIS?
If a wine has been released by the producer and is available for sale, it means it is ready to drink. Wines don’t necessarily get “better” with age, they just change. Typically, this change involves things like losing fresh fruit flavors in exchange for more savory notes.
The moment you should open the bottle depends on your preference, so it’s more important to understand the evolution and the life span of the bottle than it is to try to time its opening perfectly. (It’s far better to open a bottle too early than too late.)
This bottle should probably be opened between:
2025 – 2030
VINTAGE
2024
Virginia’s 2024 vintage has been described as “a year of intensity”. Drought-like conditions stalled veraison until late summer. By mid-september, a two week long band of heavy rain created difficult harvest conditions for red varieties.
The whites came in pre-rain with good concentration and high acid from the shortened timeline between verasion and ripening.
PRODUCER
ABOUT US
Small Batch Garagiste Wines from Virginia’s Monticello AVA
Stinson Vineyards is a family and winemaker-owned estate winery in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains specializing in small lot, garagiste wines with a distinct French influence.
The father/daughter team of Scott Stinson and Rachel Stinson Vrooman was joined by Rachel’s husband Nathan Vrooman in 2015. They take inspiration from “garagiste” wineries of France, in both their winemaking techniques and the winery itself, which is built into an old three car garage.
The wines of Stinson Vineyards are enjoying growing critical acclaim, and the winery near Charlottesville has become a visitor destination for its fine wines, stunning views, and excellent hospitality.
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