Daily Archives: September 22, 2009

Saucelito Canyon Late Harvest Zin 2006

Posted on September 22, 2009 by RJ

Saucelito Canyon, Arroyo Grande Valley, Late Harvest, Zinfandel 2006 This wine is evolving prematurely, showing the uptake of oxygen in the nose. In the mouth, the sweet berries are still delicious. RS is 11%. GP&B in Arroyo Grande 15.6% $25 … Continue reading →

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Terra Valentine Yverdon Cab 2005

Posted on September 22, 2009 by RJ

Terra Valentine, Napa Valley, Spring Mountain District, Yverdon Vineyard, Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon 2005 This dense wine sports cedar in the nose, as well as black fruits and cigar box.  In the mouth it is quite dense and structured, built to … Continue reading →

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Caceres Reserva 2001

Posted on September 22, 2009 by RJ

Marques de Caceres, Rioja, Reserva 2001 The nose smells of stewed cherries, evolving nicely, developing complexity. In the mouth, the characteristic acidity is on display, on a plate of suppleness, with leather, olive and cherries – very nice. The fruit … Continue reading →

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Machia Barbera 2006

Posted on September 22, 2009 by RJ

Macchia, Amador County, Cooper Ranch, Infamous, Barbera 2006 There are aspects to the nose that remind me of berry pie, with ripe berry fruit, sweetness and pastry dough. In the mouth, the acidity is alight, coupled with the richness of … Continue reading →

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Mordoree Tavel Rose 2008

Posted on September 22, 2009 by RJ

Domaine de la Mordoree, Tavel, “La Dame Rousse” 2008 The freshness of strawberries are evident in the nose and in the mouth that theme is over a rather big and slightly warm structure. The grapes behind this pink wine are … Continue reading →

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Napa Valley Wines

Posted on September 22, 2009 by RJ

Grgich Hills, Napa Valley, Estate Grown, Fume Blanc 2007 This wine is always ripping with acidity, tangy and bright and the same is certainly true today – yes! Sourced from biodynamically grown fruit grown in American Canyon and the Carneros, … Continue reading →

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