by Ray Johnson | Jul 18, 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon, Ribera del Duero, Spain, Tempranillo
Pago de Carraovejas, Ribera Del Duero DO, Crianza 2006 The previous vintage of this wine was quite substantial. In the ’06 the ripeness of the fruit really shows in the nose and the mouth meets that with ample structure for aging. The estate is planted to...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 18, 2009 | Rioja, Spain, Tempranillo
Muga, Rioja DOC, Reserva, Seleccion Especial 2004 There are sweet brown spices, cherry and light earthiness in the nose. The mouth shows structure, with plenty of tannin and acidity, filled out by the cherry fruit to make this a keeper in the cellar – very long...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 18, 2009 | California, Contra Costa County, Zinfandel
Rosenblum Cellars, Contra Costa County, Planchon Vineyard, Zinfandel 2006 The smell is of candy and warmth, warm compote waiting on the sideboard. In the mouth, this is a very supple Zin, with ripe tannins and a bit of liquer-like character. The vines that gave us the...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 18, 2009 | California, Clarksburg, Lodi, Petite Sirah
Bogle Vineyards, California, Petite Sirah 2007 With notes back to 2001 this wine is still a favorite for showing a sense of tannin in an affordable package. The price has been steady as well.The fruit is sourced from Clarksburg and Lodi. V&B in Graton. 13.5% $8.99...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 18, 2009 | Amador County, Barbera, California, Sierra Foothills
Montevina, Amador County, Barbera 2006 Light-bodied and fruity with Barbera’s characteristic acidity – very clean and easy drinking. P&B in Plymouth 14.5% $7.79 at Bottle Barn Montevina
