by Ray Johnson | Sep 11, 2008 | California, Chardonnay, Monterey County
Hahn, Monterey, Chardonnay 2006 The smell of fresh oak is alive in the glass with some tropical fruit in the background. There’s oak to chew on in your mouth along with the flavors of butterscotch and caramel and a viscous impression that is supported by some...
by Ray Johnson | Sep 11, 2008 | Marlborough, New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc
The Drylands and Omaka Springs shine in this flight and show two slightly different taste profiles. Drylands, Marlborough, Sauvignon Blanc 2007 A pungent rush of gooseberry jumps out of the glass when you pour this wine with cut grass in the background. The same...
by Ray Johnson | Sep 10, 2008 | France, Muscat Beaumes de Venise, Rhône, White Dessert
Domaine des Bernardins, Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise 2006 A complex mix of fresh peaches, flowers and alcohol, in check for the style. The RS is on the low side so it would be better to look to fresh fruit as a pairing partner rather than a sweet baked dessert. 100%...
by Ray Johnson | Sep 10, 2008 | France, Languedoc, Minervois, Minervois La Liviniere
Chateau Sainte-Eulalie, Minervois La Liviniere, La Cantilene 2005 There’s lots of beautiful, sun-drenched New World fruit with black pepper as well. The wine is moderately dense, structured with chewiness and acidity and nicely balanced – delicious.The...
by Ray Johnson | Sep 10, 2008 | California, Collioure, France, Roussillon
Domaine La Tour Vieille, Collioure, La Pinède 2004 This wine showcases cooked fruit, pastry notes and a bit of cheese on top of a tannic backbone. The wine is a blend of Grenache, Syrah and Carignane. Mis par Vincent cantie et Christine Campadieu a Collioure. 14.5%...
