Fun fact: I was born on the island and married on the island. Galveston, Texas holds a special place in my heart, and I visit as often as possible. I love its history and its quirks. Unlike other well known beaches, our waters are brown. They’re not dirty (per se), it’s just that the choppy waters are full of nutrients and sediment from river runoff. So when pre-season Subtropical Storm Alberto broke off an eddy in the Gulf of Mexico, reversing our current from what is normally east to west (we’re down-current from the Mississippi River Delta), beach goers were surprised to see clear water at Galveston. Social media and news outlets spread the news, and I decided to leave work early yesterday (late August 2018) and see for myself. Good enough excuse to visit the island for me!
I checked the ocean currents and wind maps before leaving work yesterday to confirm conditions were still favorable. We drove down to the island and parked by this bronze statue, a memorial by David W. Moore dedicated to the Great Storm of 1900 that claimed over 8,000 lives. Since tomorrow, June 1st, is the official start of hurricane season, this was a fitting reminder that we needed to prepare for hurricane season.
Because it was very windy and choppy close to the shore, the water wasn’t so blue, but it was clear! We could see blueish water past the breakers, and that was pretty neat. We walked the beach and enjoyed the salty air. This was worth the drive, even if we didn’t swim.
We did enjoy a lovely 2017 Chilean Sauvignon Blanc Reserva from Casillero del Diablo while we walked the beach. It was light and refreshing and perfect for this hot, windy day on the beach. I’ve included wine notes from the winemaker below and links to our wine tumblers (which are actually cheaper on Amazon than what I paid for them in a boutique).
So did you get to see the clear water?
Concha y Toro Casillero del Diablo Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2017
Chile
$12 (750ml)
Soil: Benchland and riverbench associated soils.
Ageing: Fermented in stainless steel tanks.
Colour: Straw yellow with soft green hues.
Nose: Fresh and citric. Peach with hints of gooseberry and tropical fruit.
Palate: Gentle, round and mouth – filling wine, with crisp acidity.
Food Pairing: Enjoy Casillero del Diablo Sauvignon Blanc with sea bass, ceviche and fish.
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