by Ray Johnson | Apr 1, 2008 | Port, Portugal
Taylor Fladgate, Porto, Late Bottled Vintage 2001 Dried fruits such as prunes are a common theme with noticeable alcohol ““ true to type and sometimes the wine seems to have the alcohol integrated even better than usual, though most are not bothered by a little...
by Ray Johnson | Apr 1, 2008 | Palomino, Sherry, Spain
Lustau, Sherry DO, Solera Reserva, Fino, Jarana nv The latest bottle purchased in February 2010 is coded 9180 and bottled under a Stelvin closure. The profile was was previously spot on with plenty of bruised apples and toasted almonds all the while calling out for a...
by Ray Johnson | Mar 31, 2008 | California, Pinot Noir
2006 Mirassou California Pinot Noir There still are values to be found in the ever popular and price-escalating field of Pinot Noir. This wine was a hit in two of my recent classes, showcasing clean fruit, light body and the acidity to make it refreshing. V&B in...
by Ray Johnson | Mar 21, 2008 | Amador County, Barbera, California, Lodi
Montevina Amador County 2005 This has been a consistent good value in California Barbera, showing a light-bodied, fruit forward style. P&B in Plymouth 13.5% $7.49 at Bottle Barn Montevina Michael & David 7 Deadly Zins Old Vine Zin 2006 This wine has been a...
by Ray Johnson | Mar 21, 2008 | California, Carneros, Chardonnay, Monterey County, Riesling, Russian River Valley, Sauvignon Blanc
Tasting through this flight of 3 can give you a sense of your favorite style of white wine. Perhaps you love the full on acidity of the Hanna, prefer the richness of the Benziger or find the light sweetness of the Lohr most appealing. Like me, you may enjoy them all,...
