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 [...]
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
Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Shiraz Vintages: 2008 Country: McLaren Vale, South Australian Essence of: Jammy fruit characteristics, reminds me of Welch’s Concord Grape Juice at first but then it opens up with hints of ripe Cherry / Earthy undertones and hints of Coffee / Medium Tannins Best Served With: Grilled Gamey Meats such as Lamb, [...]
Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Syrah, Zinfandel Petite Sirah Vintages: 2007 Country: California Red Wine, USA Essence of: Fresh Blackberry, Raspberry and Cherry / easy drinking wine / well balanced with nuances of Vanilla, Cedar and Spice, mild tannins and undertones of Coffee and Chocolate Best Served With: Grilled & Braised meats, Tomato based Pasta and [...]
Overall Wine Review: Varietal: Tempranillo Vintages: 2008 Country: Spain Essence of: Fresh Berries & Cherries / easy drinking wine / well balanced with mild tannins and undertones of Coffee and Dark Chocolate Best Served With: Grilled & Braised meats. A great value wine to cook with! Price Range: Under $10 per bottle