Medium to light color with amber forming at the rim. Mature and lovely. Scents of red berries, flowers (fresh and dried) and forest floor. Red raspberries, cranberries--fresh and ripe. Excellent acidity with hints of citrus zest on the long, lovely finish.
Friday, March 15, 2024
Ici/LaBas Les Reveles Elke Vineyard Anderson Valley Pinot Noir, 2006
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Tenuta Tambournin Les 3 Seuri Freisa, 2015
Medium deep garnet. Aromas of violets and fresh strawberries leading to flavors of black licorice, spice and leather. Full and rich on the palate. A bit of austerity at this stage from the tannins but pleasing finish featuring fruit and minerals.
Sunday, March 10, 2024
Martin Ray Dutton Ranch Concrete Chardonnay, 2020
Friday, March 8, 2024
Ferdinando Principiano Dosset Dolcetto, 2021
Beautiful bright ruby color. Cherries, red raspberries. Excellent balance of ripe fruit, tannin and acidity. Sits lightly on the tongue but leaves a lasting impression. The pasta was rich; the wine was elegant but not at all overshadowed.
Monday, February 26, 2024
Chrismont Winery LaZona Aglianico, 2021
Dark crimson color, bright and youthful. Dark cherries but also some bright red fruit tones. Ripe fruit with lively acidity. Just the right amount of earth and forest floor with white pepper on the long finish. At $36 AU, this is an excellent value
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Jones Winery and Vineyard Rutherglen Malbec, 2019
Friday, February 23, 2024
Henschke Hill of Grace Shiraz, 1991
Medium dark garnet. Minimal bricking. Entrancing bouquet of red and black fruits, flowers, eucalyptus and white pepper. Lovely ripe fruit with savory tones. Finesse rather than power. Has aged beautifully and is not finished yet. Ranks very high on my all-time list.