Apothic Red 2009
Posted on October 28, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, blended red wine, California Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Merlot, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Syrah, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20, zinfandel | 2 Comments
Varietal: Zinfandel, Merlot, Syrah Region: California – USA Cost: $14 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: The 2009 Apothic Red reveals intense fruit aromas and flavors of rhubarb and black cherry that are complemented by hints of mocha and vanilla. The plush, velvety mouthfeel and smooth finish round out this intriguing, full-bodied red blend. My Review: Around this [...]
Wines of Chile Blogger Tasting – Carmenere & Curry
Posted on October 17, 2011 - Filed Under Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Chilean Wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, South American Wine, Syrah, Wine's Under $20, Wine's Under $30 | Comments Off
This past Thursday I, along with some family and friends, got to engage in the most recent iteration of the Wines of Chile Virtual Blogger Tasting. The theme this time was Carmenere & Curry, and when I got the invite I was intrigued as I’ve enjoyed Carmenere since the first Blogger Tasting I was invited [...]
Big House “The Slammer” Syrah 2009
Posted on October 6, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, blended red wine, Medium Bodied Wines, Petite Sirah, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Steak Wines, Syrah, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $10 | Comments Off
Varietal: 94% Syrah; 6% Petite Sirah Region: Central Coast – California – USA Cost: $10 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Flavors of blackberry and cassis make this wine pair well with pizza, burgers, and spicy kabobs. My Review: More Syrah? Yep, that’s really happening. Another night without the wife being home meant another steak found its fate [...]
Hedges Family Estate DLD Syrah 2009
Posted on October 4, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, French Oak Reds, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Steak Wines, Syrah, Washington State Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $30 | Comments Off
Varietal: 100% Syrah Region: Red Mountain – Washington – USA Cost: $25 Winemaker’s Notes: Earth, fennel spice and structure, the hallmarks of a great Red Mountain syrah, framed by classic French Oak barrels. My Review: With the wife out of town for a work conference that can mean only one thing – George is cooking steak [...]
Concannon Conservancy Crimson & Clover 2009
Posted on September 6, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, blended red wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, California Wine, French Oak Reds, Livermore Valley, Medium Bodied Wines, Petite Sirah, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Steak Wines, Syrah, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20, zinfandel | Comments Off
Varietal: 50% Petite Sirah; 25% Cabernet Sauvignon; 15% Syrah; 10% Zinfandel Region: Livermore Valley – California – USA Cost: $15 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: The 2009 Crimson & Clover Conservancy is a velvety blend of signature Livermore varietal. Aromas of currant, clove, and vanilla lead into bright fruit flavors of blackberry on the palate. The spicy [...]
Hedges Family Estate Red Mountain 2008
Posted on August 16, 2011 - Filed Under American Wine, blended red wine, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, Full Bodied Wines, Malbec, Merlot, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, Steak Wines, Syrah, Washington State Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $30 | 1 Comment
Varietal: 36% Cabernet Sauvignon; 33% Merlot; 14% Syrah; 11% Cabernet Franc; 6% Malbec Region: Washington – USA Cost: $25 Winemaker’s Notes: Flagship wine of the estate, the HFE Red Mountain consistently displays dense color, firm tannins, and well-defined acidity. Always a majority blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this wine is suitable for drinking upon release, [...]
