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Foppiano Vineyards "Lot 96" California Red Wine
This dark purple wine comes with ruby-like glints. As it swirls in the glass, the nose is filled with aromas of plums, cherries, and black fruits that can also be felt on the palate with fresh acidity and a distinct edge of tannins. Overall, it is a simple red wine that is designed to make memorable dinners with family and friends. It goes well with hamburgers made from local ground beef. However,... [Read More]
Château Mas Neuf 1998 Costières de Nîmes
This French red wine, which has been aged since 1998, is a favorite even among the most astute tasters despite its low price. The wine appears very dark garnet red from the bottle, with bright bouquet of raspberries and strawberries on the glass. The flavor fills the mouth with juices from a various fresh fruits, tastes almost sweet at first but once the citric acidity kicks in, it develops into a... [Read More]
"Via Firenze" 2005 Chianti
With the name "The Way of Florence," this Chianti sure fits the bill as a honest-to-goodness Chianti without having to bear a hole in your wallet. Came from an unknown origin, it possesses a ruby red color with glints of sunset orange when held against the light. Like most Chiantis, the nose is filled with aromas of black cherries and light spice, although on the shy side. The palate, ho... [Read More]
Fratelli Pala 2006 Crabilis Vermentino di Sardegna
This authentic Italian wine has a clear, light gold color. Its fruity aroma is full, on the verge of being opulent, with hints of peach and pear. These fruits are also sensed on the palate. It almost tastes sweet, but its acidic structure quickly banishes the thought, ending the taste with a dry and tart finish with a hint of bitterness from peach pits. The bottle is food-friendly. It can go well ... [Read More]
Bonterra Vineyards 2006 Mendocino County Zinfandel
Compared to the wines from Italian cuttings produced in the same region, this red is less rustic and more elegant. It has that unmistakable sense of place, the authenticity of the wine's touch to its Mendocino roots. The grapes grows from mostly dry-farmed, low-yield vineyards that are tended using only traditional processes. The wine provides a very appetizing bouquet of mixed berries. Blackberry... [Read More]