Meet April 29, 2014

The usual group of CADS gathered at the home of the host, CF, to enjoy an interesting selection of wines, a well prepared meal and as usual good conversation.

Wine

St. Suprey Sauvignon Blanc 2013

SEP Sauvignon Blanc 2013 Hopkins Ranch Russian River

Claibourne & Churchill Pinot Noir 2010 Edna Valley

Sigalas White Wine 2012 Santorini Greece

Qupe Chardonnay 2010 Santa Maria Valley

Graacher Domprobst Riesling Spätlese 2012 Mosel (in concept only)

Menu

Smoked trout and salmon, Gruyere cheese to start

Salmon, asparagus, mashed potatoes

Leaf salad

Peaches to finish

Conversation

Link to the article NS mentioned — 'Foamy Barl Canker' Fungus Killing California Oak Trees Up and Down Coast

http://www.scpr.org/news/2014/04/28/43838/foamy-bark-canker-fungus-killing-california-oak-tr/

Photos ( submitted by HJ) of hemlock (top) and wild fennel (bottom)