by Ray Johnson | Jan 20, 2009 | California, Muscat, White Dessert
Quady, California, Essensia, Orange Muscat 2007 Citrus, flowers and herbal notes and a hint of the fortifying spirit mark the nose. The mouth is fresh and citrussy, sweet but not cloying with a little appropriate warmth. P&B in Madera 15% $14.99 at...
by Ray Johnson | Jan 20, 2009 | Barolo, Italy, Nebbiolo, Piemonte
Azelia, Barolo, Margheria 2004 In the nose there is black licorice, fresh black fruits and raisins. This highly structured wine is made to age yet the ripeness would allow you to drink it now with a dense chunk of cheese – delicious. Estate bottled di Luigi...
by Ray Johnson | Jan 20, 2009 | Australia, McLaren Vale, South Australia, Syrah
d’Arenberg, McLaren Vale, The Dead Arm, Shiraz 2006 This wine is dense all around, from the color to the palate. Black fruits combine with hints of eucalyptus. The mouth is taught, just a baby yet the tannins are ripe with no astringency. Aged in new and one use...
by Ray Johnson | Jan 20, 2009 | Campo De Borja, Grenache, Spain
Bodegas Alto Moncayo, Campo De Borja DO 2006 The previous vintage was like what it would be like to drink candy – supple and rich, sweet-appearing as well. The ‘06 is even more so with tons of oak on top. This is 100% Garnacha aged in new French and US oak....
by Ray Johnson | Jan 20, 2009 | Chianti Classico, Italy, Sangiovese, Tuscany
Castellare, Chianti Classico 2005 This estate has traditionally shown an Old World expression in their wines from Tuscany. There is a combination of cherry fruit and earthiness in the nose. The mouth showcases lean and tart cherry flavors – right on target. The...
