Ray Johnson’s Wine Blog

Italian style

Posted in October 18th, 2008

by Ray in Cabernet Sauvignon, California, Sangiovese, Sonoma County, Super Tuscan

Ramazzotti, Sonoma County, Raffinto, Red Wine 2005
This smells like a walk in the oak forest where some of the trees have been freshly felled - an intertwining of oak and earth. The mouth is vivaciously fruity with the oak to match and a smooth texture. This is the winery’s Super Tuscan offering, blending 60% [...]

The expressions of Sangiovese

Posted in July 17th, 2008

by Ray in California, Chianti Classico, Montalcino, Napa Valley, Sangiovese, Super Tuscan, Tuscany

Rocca di Montegrossi, Chianti Classico DOCG, 2004 Screaming acidity and light body. 90% Sangiovese and 10% Canaiolo, aged in French oak for 12 months. Estate bottled in Gaiole 13.5% $22.99 at Traverso’s
Valdicava, Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2003 Appropriate earthiness and some richness in the mouth that balances Sangiovese’s acidity - very nice. The Winemaker Vincenzo [...]