by Ray Johnson | Jul 10, 2010 | Alsace, California, France, Gewurztraminer
This flight features two very different incarnations of this grape; both well-done yet very different. Domaine Zind Humbrecht, Alsace, Gewurztraminer 2008 The nose features roses galore, a spicy floral production with honey and tropical fruit in the mix as well. In...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 10, 2010 | Petite Sirah, Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley
Little Vineyards, Sonoma Valley, Petite Sirah 2007 The nose smells sweetly of oak and jammy black fruits. In the mouth you’ll find a significant expression of tannin as is often the case with Petite with lots of black fruit to keep up with it. Bring on the...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 9, 2010 | Oregon, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley
Willamette Valley Vineyards, Willamette Valley – Oregon, Tualatin Estate Vineyard, Pinot Noir 2007 The nose shows the sweetness of cherry candy dusted with brown spices. In the mouth it is supple yet lined with acidity, making it drinkable now while also ready to pair...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 8, 2010 | Austria, Gruner Veltliner, Kremstal, Niederosterreich
Laurenz V., Niederosterreich, Singing, Gruner Veltliner 2009 Minerality, green herbs and a peppery pungency mark the nose. In the mouth you’ll find tangy acidity, flavors of apricot, green apple and lemon. The palate features a bit of petillance that adds lift,...
by Ray Johnson | Jul 7, 2010 | Australia, Pinot Noir, Victoria
All three of the wines in this flight were bottled under screwcap closures. I made my notes after lecturing a bit so they sat in the glasses for about 40 minutes before I started typing. Innocent Bystander, Victoria, Pinot Noir 2008 The cherry fruit is delightful,...
