Pinot Noir, Monterey, $38
Big and Powerful, yet ripe and elegant, I love finding a pinot noir with so much body. This very dry lip smacker brings flavors of blueberry, Cherries, raspberries and blackberries flood the palate, enriched with earthier notes of balsam, cola, soy, licorice and spice. Drink now thru 2010.
Archive for March, 2008
31 Mar
2005 McIntyre Vineyards 90 points
30 Mar
2006 The Black Chook VMR 91 points
White Blend, South Australia, $18
A beautiful Rhône-style white with Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne, which are blended together in this flamboyantly floral and herbal wine. Cantaloupe, melon, white pepper and citrus flavors strike the palate with a lush, almost oily impression, yet the finish is long and crisp.
29 Mar
2007 Crossroads Sauvignon Blanc 91 points
Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough $15
Massive fruit propels this refined sauvignon blanc, with an impressive intensity and a balance of lime, passion fruit, and pink grapefruit flavors highlighted by savory herb and crushed stone accents. Herbal notes, and grassy undertones and a white peach note linger in the finish. Drink now, this is a best buy [...]
28 Mar
2005 Leasingham Bin 7 92 points
Riesling, Clare Valley, $15
Yummy and lip smacking with bold flavors of honeysuckle, lime zest and fleshy citrus fruit. Firmly built and close to dry, mouthwatering acidity and a long crisp finish. Exhibiting balanced texture and layers of fruit flavor.you can drink it now for its power and fruit, or hold it up to 10 [...]
27 Mar
2004 Treana Red Wine 93 points
Red Wine (Paso Robles); $52
I love red blends and this one has a lot of power, Cabernet Sauvignon gives this wine a luscious, elegant mouthfeel, with classic currant and cedar flavors. Syrah brings a gamy, leathery note, with white pepper accents. The result is an interesting, complex young wine of power and authority, drink now [...]
26 Mar
2003 Parducci True Grit 93 points
Petite Sirah, Mendocino, $25
It got a little chili in St. Pete last night and that’s perfect for a Petite Sirah. This wine shows massive blackcherry, blackberry, plum, cocoa, tobacco, balsamic, soy, coffee beans and Asian spice flavors. Drink now thru 2012, and get this best buy by the case.
25 Mar
2006 A to Z Chardonnay 91 points
Chardonnay, Oregon $15
This unoaked chardonnay has vivid gold with green highlights. The nose bursts of pear, green apple, quince, apple blossom, lime, tangerine, talc evolve to include honey, butter, nutmeg and white chocolate. The mouth-feel of this wine is gorgeous, the ripeness and richness of the fruit are perfectly balanced by the beautiful acidity. [...]
24 Mar
2006 Martin Ray Sauvignon Blanc 90 points
Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley. $18
This is a completely dry, tart young wine that burst with flavor of bold fruit. Sweet but not candied, floods the mouth with spearmint, lime, pineapple and vanilla flavors. Plenty of sharp acids for a long clean and spicy finish.
23 Mar
2006 2 Up Shiraz 90 points
Shiraz, South Australia, $14
Another great shiraz, this warm, inviting wine, with scents of brown sugar, plum and baking spices. The tannins are creamy-soft, imparting a lush texture, balanced by just enough acidity to keep it from being thick or cloying. Finishes with plenty of fruit, plus a dash of chocolate. Drink this best buy now [...]
22 Mar
2005 JC Cellars The Imposter 90 points
Red Blend, California, $32
I love red blends, zinfandel, petite sirah, syrah, mourvedre, viognier makes for a great bottle of wine. Viognier elevates the usual cherry-berry and spice flavors, giving it both earthier, deeper notes as well as brighter citrus fruits. Let this bad boy decant before serving.
