by Ray Johnson | Nov 9, 2007 | Australia, Barossa, McLaren Vale, South Australia, Syrah
Both wines in this flight display deep concentration and a tannic backbone. The difference in style comes in the use of oak and the display of acidity. The Thorn-Clarke exudes oak while the d’Arenberg Magpie is enhanced by acidity to make it a gem with food....
by Ray Johnson | Nov 9, 2007 | Australia, Barossa, Ribera del Duero, South Australia, Spain, Tempranillo
This flight illustrates the divide between European and New World approaches. The Pesquera has complementary brett that works but offends some. The Yalumba is ripe and supple. Pesquera Ribera del Duero DO Reserva 2001 100% Tempranillo. P&B by Alejandro Fernandez...
