by Ray Johnson | Feb 12, 2009 | California
Innocent Bystander, Victoria, Moscato 2008 The previous vintage was so pretty and this one repeats – the essence of Muscat’s perfume in a light-bodied format, perfect with a light dessert of fresh berries in the summer. Bottled under crown cap for ease of...
by Ray Johnson | Feb 12, 2009 | Burgundy, Chambolle-Musigny, Cote de Nuits
Domaine Anne Gros, Chambolle-Musigny, La Combe d’Orveau 2006 The nose is sweet and toasty. The mouth features concentrated cherry fruit with a bit of earthiness, a supple texture and lots of acidity to carry this wine a long, long way. This domaine is a personal...
by Ray Johnson | Feb 12, 2009 | Burgundy, Cote de Beaune, Cote de Nuits, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pinot Noir
Domaine de Montille, Bourgogne 2005 Mint combines with vibrant red fruits in the nose. The mouth is quite concentrated, full of acidity and a tannic veneer. Lay this down for a few years. This is from the famous De Montille family. Mis en bouteille a Volnay. 13%...
by Ray Johnson | Feb 12, 2009 | California, Monterey County, Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands
Belle Glos, Monterey County, Santa Lucia Highlands, Las Alturas Vineyard, Pinot Noir 2006 There’s smoke, liquer-like fruit and dusty cedar in the nose while the mouth follows through with warmth and earthiness on a supple blanket. Winemaker Joseph Wagner of the...
by Ray Johnson | Feb 12, 2009 | Arroyo Seco, California, Monterey County, Riesling
Ventana Vineyards, Monterey, Arroyo Seco, Riesling 2007 I only had a fleeting chance to taste this wine during the segment with Henry on KRON when we blasted through the sweeps winners of this year’s Chronicle Wine Competition. Tonight I get to take it slow and...
