Kent Rosenblum
Finding a good veterinarian is like finding an honest mechanic.
Above all else, a veterinarian has to be nurturing and attentive.
This type of personality trait can be found in some winemakers as well.
It only makes sense Kent Rosenblum, winemaker for some of the most
well groomed zinfandel on the market, is also a veterinarian.
You see, zinfandel requires a lot of attention during production and
its flavor can be compromised if too many corners are cut.
Kent Rosenblum has the kind of personality that calms injured animals and
understands the vigor of a vine and the fragility of a grape.
It is his nurturing manner and attention to detail that allows Rosenblum Cellars
to be a pure expression of perfectly ripe zinfandel.
Rosenblum is a remarkable man. He was one of the founding members of ZAP,
Zinfandel Advocates and Producers, and still serves on their board of directors.
He puts in time at each of his two vet clinics on a regular basis,
all the while producing forty-eight different wines under his Rosenblum label.
When prompted about where he found the time, he made a simple, yet profound statement.
"I have great people working for me."
This well known, but underutilized business concept works well for Rosenblum.
While he oversees the production of all forty-eight labels, the talented Jeff Cohn is Rosenblum Cellars'
head winemaker. Cohn is by his own reputation, a very talented and trustworthy person working for Rosenblum.
When Kent was asked what is he known for best, other than his talent with zinfandel,
he remarks about his keen sense of smell. "Smell is incremental in what a wine is going to be."
He further explains that he can smell potential problems when the grapes are first fermenting,
which is invaluable in the production process.
Rosenblum Cellars works with numerous sites, many of which are blessed with old grape vines.
"There are many rewards working with zinfandel.
It is so user friendly.
Old vines are less maintenance than younger vines because of the openness of the vine . . .
except for their issues with uneven ripening, a common zinfandel trait."
The most frustrating thing about zinfandel from Rosenblum's perspective is
"the bad press it gets for its elevated alcohol levels."
For those of us who drink mostly Californian wines, high alcohol content is a typical thing.
The European market is not as willing to bestow its praise on wines with alcohol levels above 13%,
which is almost any red wine coming from California. "Alcohol is needed for balance," Rosenblum confides.
Rosenblum's portfolio is outstanding for the money. He's a brilliant winemaker with a talent for surrounding himself with exceptional people and extraordinary grapes. Just as he nurtures god's creatures, so does he nurture the reputation of America's signature variety, zinfandel.
Case Discounts
Libations Wine & Spirits offers 10% discount on all cases of wine mix or match.
Join us most Wednesdays to sample wine, beer, and spirits in-store, at no charge.
Every Wednesday from 4:30pm to 7:00pm we pour samples for you.
Join us on selected Fridays too.
Upcoming Tasting Events
April 15th, 2009
Rosenblum Vinyards
Honored 9 times "Winery of the Year" by
Wine & Spirits Magazine
Rosenblum Chardonnay $11.79
Rosenblum Zinfandel $12.49
Rosenblum Petite Syrah $18.99
Rosenblum Cabernet $12.99
April 17th, 2009
Boulevard Beers from Kansas City.
Single Wide IPA (6 pack) $8.49
ZON belgian style witbier (6 pack) $8.49
Double Wide IPA (750ml) $8.79
Long Strange Tripel (750 ml) $8.79
Saison (750ml) $8.79
Sixth Glass Quadruple (750 ml) $8.79
April 22nd, 2009
Organic "from the earth" Wines for Earth Day.
Natura Chardonnay $10.49
Our Daily Red $8.99 (Syrah, Carignan, Cab blend) SULFITE FREE
Natura Cabernet $10.49
Bonterra Syrah $16.49
As always, you will receive a 15% discount on wines,
and a 10% discount on beers during all tasting events!
SPECIAL PRICING DURING TASTING HOURS
Wednesday tasting hours are 4:30 to 7:00 pm.
Each sample is a one ounce portion to adults 21 and older.
Limit four different samples per person.
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Aurora, Parker, Centennial, and Littleton, Colorado.
Libations has a comprehensive wine inventory, award winning beer selections,
all of your favorite spirits and few unusual items as well.
Whether you are driving from the DTC, (Denver Tech Center), downtown Denver, Parker,
or Eagle Bend, Libations is on your way home.
We are located in Southeast Aurora, near Cherry Creek Reservoir, at Arapahoe Crossings.
Our staff are knowledgeable about wine, beer, liqueurs, and spirits, and are
always eager to serve you.
You must be 21 years or older to shop at Libations Wine & Spirits.
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Northeast corner at Arapahoe Crossings
6554 South Parker Road, Aurora, Colorado 80016
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started construction of the brewery in a turn-of-the-century brick
building on Kansas City’s historic Southwest Boulevard.
A vintage Bavarian brewhouse was installed,
and the first batches of beer were produced in the fall of 1989.
That November, the first keg of Boulevard Pale Ale was delivered—in
the back of John's pickup truck—to a restaurant just a few blocks away.