I swirled, sniffed, and sipped like I had opinions and by the second round, I definitely did…read more
TL;DR:
Inventions Vineyard hit the mark: perfect weather, chilled whites, and generous pours. The Muscat Canelli sang, the Blanc de Blancs popped, and the Ebullience sparkled. We came for one round, stayed for two, and left with full hearts and empty glasses.
We spent Sunday afternoon at Inventions Vineyard, the kind of place where wine club members are treated like royalty with patio privileges. My wife (our household's official wine whisperer) and my mother-in-law joined me for the tasting, and the lineup didn't miss.
I started with the Muscat Canelli, which was floral, fresh, and ready for its own slow-motion montage. My wife's Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay brought elegant structure and citrus sass, while the Ebullience blend in my mother-in-law's glass could've headlined a jazz club.
The cheese plate came stacked like a savory topographic map; crackers, cured meats, sweet and tart fruits, pickled veg, and cheeses that didn't ask for attention but got it anyway.
And yes, we added the Signature Meatballs, which were saucy, savory, and appropriately flanked by garlic breadsticks.
Everything paired like it was planned by sommeliers with charcuterie PhDs. We went back for a second round of wine because... Sunday.
A flawless afternoon of great wine, even better company, and a view that made time irrelevant.
