Yellow Tail Shiraz

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Syrah/Shiraz Vintages: 2008 Country: South Eastern Australia Essence of: Vanilla & Oak undertones are apparent on the noise and pallet once the wine opens up after a minute or two. The overall taste is earthy and pleasant for the price. It's a tad sweet and has mild tannins. The color is dark and rich almost [...]

By |2011-08-28T19:25:07+00:00August 28th, 2011|Australian, Country of Orgin, Price, Red, Under $10, Wine|1 Comment

Sockeye

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Vintages: 2008 Country: Columbia Valley, Washington Essence of: Notes of black cherries, plum, currant, cocoa and leather with lingering cedar notes. This full structured wine is supported by ripe tannins, providing a long and smooth finish. Best Served With: Pepper Steak, Grilled Meat, Pasta and Pizza Price Range: Under [...]

By |2011-06-03T18:24:43+00:00June 3rd, 2011|$10-$20, Red, USA, Wine|0 Comments

Cartlidge & Browne

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Vintages: 2008 Country: California, USA Essence of: When I first open this wine I had aromas of dried strawberries and tons of alcohol, it was overwhelming. I took a sip and was disappointed. The tannins are very harsh and overpowered the fruit in the wine, not well balanced at [...]

By |2011-05-15T16:11:02+00:00May 15th, 2011|$10-$20, Red, USA, Wine|0 Comments

Bogle Wine Yards

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Vintages: 2008 Country: California Essence of: Ripe cherry and plums get your attention, while vanilla and spice lure your palate / This Cabernet is structured very well and has incredible balanced / The tannins are silky and luscious with a long pleasant finish. Best Served With: Enjoyed this wine [...]

By |2011-03-04T16:21:10+00:00March 4th, 2011|$10-$20, Wine|1 Comment

HARASZTHY – Old Vine

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: 90% Zinfandel, 10% Syrah Vintages: 2008 Country: USA Essence of: Full bodied with smooth tannins/ Aromas of ripe fruit, cherries and blackberries with notes of vanilla, spice and oak/Deep rich color/ Easy drinking and very enjoyable wine, especially for the price. Best Served With: Roasted Duck, Grilled Meats, Braised Meats, Pizza, [...]

By |2011-02-02T15:44:40+00:00February 2nd, 2011|$10-$20, Red, USA, Wine|0 Comments

Frontier Red Lot 92

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Blend of Syrah, Grenache, Petite Sirah, Mouvedre Vintages: 2008 Country: California Essence of: Lush red & black fruit flavors / Hints of enticing spice, vanilla, chocolate and oak notes / Easy drinking wine Best Served With: Chicken or pork dishes, grilled meats, pasta & pizza Price Range: Under $12 per bottle

By |2011-01-18T20:22:04+00:00January 18th, 2011|$10-$20, Red, Wine|1 Comment

Twisted

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Vintages: 2008 Country: California Essence of: Flavors of bing cherry and ripe blueberry / hints of soft vanilla and smoky oak notes / a abrasive noise of alcohol, jammy fruit, and earthly characteristics I would recommend to let this wine breath for 5 min before you suck it up! [...]

By |2011-01-07T17:51:12+00:00January 7th, 2011|$10-$20, Red, Wine|1 Comment

Murphy-Goode – The Fumé

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: : Sauvignon Blanc Vintages: 2008 Country: Sonoma County Essence of: Flavors and aromas of bright citrus and tropical fruits expressed leaving a rich feel in your mouth / a vibrant wine/ with nice acidic qualities/ notes of grapefruit and tangerine. Best Served With: Seafood, oysters on the half-shell, chicken or pork [...]

By |2010-12-30T22:42:16+00:00December 30th, 2010|White, Wine|5 Comments

Wine Guerrilla – Russian River Valley

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Zinfandel, Petite Sirah Vintages: 2008 Country: Russian River Valley, Sonoma County Essence of: Raspberry & Blueberry/ Easy drinking wine and easy to open  (screw cap!) / Vibrant acidity, with Peppery undertones and nuances of Vanilla, Oak & Spice, well balanced / Mild Tannins. Best Served With: Grilled Meats, Pasta and Pizza [...]

By |2010-12-26T16:08:50+00:00December 26th, 2010|$10-$20, Red, USA, Wine|0 Comments

Wente Southern Hills

Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon Vintages: 2008 Country: California Essence of: Cherry and Vanilla undertones. Well balanced fruit with approachable tannins. Easy drinking wine with hints of cinnamon and coffee. Best Served With: Grilled Meats, Chicken Dishes, Pasta and Pizza, Price Range: Under $15 per bottle 

By |2010-12-16T13:37:22+00:00December 16th, 2010|$10-$20, Red, USA, Wine|1 Comment
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