From all the Sauvignon Blancs that I have tasted, Kim Crawford is exceptional. Ripe stone fruit, citrus and tropical flavors mingle with the soothing herbaceous notes. Nice acidity with a touch of sweet passion fruit add to the full, crisp finish. Great with seafood dishes. Rated 91
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Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2007
Posted in $10 - 20, Above 90, Marlborough, New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc on June 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Yalumba Y Series Riesling 2006
Posted in $10 - 20, Australia, Reisling on June 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Yalumba Y Series Riesling 2006 is pale straw in color with green hues. The wine shows classic varietal character with aromas of lime juice and lemon peel, with delicate orange blossom overtones. The palate is lively and refreshing with generous lemon and grapefruit flavors, and a hint of fleshy ripe tropical fruits on the finish. [...]
McManis Family Petite Sirah 2006
Posted in $10 - 20, California, Petite Syrah on June 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Bouquet with bright, succulent jammy fruit, soft tannins and a well balanced oaky finish. With dark rich colors, the wine has a wonderful rich blackberry and spicy aroma. Another one of favorite reds. About $11.00
2006 Columbia Winery Cellarmaster’s Riesling
Posted in $10 - 20, Reisling, Washington on June 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
One of my favorites. Goes very well with Thai & Indian curries. Wash Post review: Thanks to a sun-filled summer and a cool, dry autumn, the 2006 vintage features a beautiful balance of intense, ripe peach and pear fruitiness and refreshing acidity that would go as nicely with Alsatian choucroute as with spicy Ethiopian stews. [...]
JACOB’S CREEK Shiraz South Australia Reserve 2004
Posted in $10 - 20, Above 90, Shiraz on June 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Smooth and open-textured, with cherry and savory red pepper flavors that mingle effectively on the mineral-tinged profile, lingering against refined tannins on the long, expressive finish.
winemaker’s notes: The wine displays intense blackberry and cherry with lively black pepper notes. It is full bodied with strong palate presence. It demonstrates soft silkiness and firm tannin backbone. [...]
2006 Washington Hills Merlot, Columbia Valley, Washington
Posted in Merlot, Under 10, Washington on June 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Party on with this smooth, supple red. It’s elegant packaging and high quality belies the bargain price.
2007 Matua Valley Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Posted in $10 - 20, Marlborough, New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc, tagged Add new tag on January 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Young and zesty, the wine’s lemon/lime ping is accented with a hint of fresh herbal aromas. Perfect with chips and salsa, it’s a party wine that will remind you of summer sun. ($12)
Foris Pinot Gris 2003 (Oregon)
Posted in $10 - 20, Oregon, Pinot Grigio / Gris on June 22, 2006 | Leave a Comment »
A little harsh. Best with the food ( Food served was Chicken & Vegetable in Tomato Sauce, Onion & Tomato Frittatam and Rice Pilaf) not worth $17.00
Big Fire Pinot Gris 2004 (Oregon)
Posted in $10 - 20, Oregon, Pinot Grigio / Gris on June 22, 2006 | Leave a Comment »
Another of the wines from West Coast Wine Class. Less Acidity. Fruit flavor. Very crisp and about $15.00 A good wine to try.
From the back of the bottle:
Big Fire Pinot Gris 2004:
How many times do I love again?
Tell me how many beads there are
in a silver chain
of evening rain,
unravell’d from the tumbling main,
and threading the [...]
