Fulkerson Winery Matinee

This 2006 vintage of the Matinee grape, which was developed from interspecific hybrids named Himrod and Lakemont. Passionfrut is prevalent on the nose and in the mouth as is a distinct mint flavor. At one point in tasting, it was also just like drinking a Mojito, but as it warmed up, the passion fruit flavor became the dominating characteristic. This is considered a dessert wine by the winery, but it is balanced well enough to go with appetizers of fruit, fresh mozzarella, and a Boston Bibb lettuce salad or even a Caesar minus the fresh anchovies. VERY GOOD