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, [...]
Alex Elman Malbec 2009
Posted on June 27, 2011 - Filed Under Argentinian Wine, Dry Wines, Malbec, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, South American Wine, Steak Wines, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | 2 Comments
Varietal: 100% Malbec Region: Argentina – Mendoza Cost: $11 Winemaker’s Notes: This unoaked, delicious, cozy, well-balanced Malbec is ruby in color and texture. Notes of cherry, candied apple and caramelized onion mingled with great tannins to make this a perfect wine for hearty stews, smoky mushrooms, spicy sauces, sausages, tomato based pastas and steaks. My Review: You may [...]
Santa Julia Reserva Malbec 2009
Posted on June 22, 2011 - Filed Under Argentinian Wine, Full Bodied Wines, Malbec, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, South American Wine, Steak Wines, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Comments Off
Varietal: 100% Malbec Region: Mendoza – Argentina Cost: $12 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Dark violet with brilliant purple colors. Good complexity in the nose with typical Malbec aromas of ripe fruit such as figs, plums, blackberries, and marmalades. Notes of vanilla, tobacco, coffee, and chocolate. Full-bodied red wine with sweet tannins, good structure, and long finish. [...]
Caminada Malbec 2009
Posted on February 21, 2011 - Filed Under Argentinian Wine, Malbec, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, South American Wine, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | 1 Comment
Varietal: 100% Malbec Region: Argentina – Uco Valley Cost: $12 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Deep red in color with cherry, plum, and vanilla notes. Pairs well with steak, sharp cheeses, and BBQ. My Review: First, a bit of related knowledge. The name of the vineyard is actual a reference to the Tango, which originated in Argentina. [...]
Taste of Loudoun Dinner
Posted on February 10, 2011 - Filed Under Albarino, American Wine, blended red wine, Cabernet Franc, Dry Wines, Full Bodied Wines, Light Wines, Malbec, Merlot, Red Wine, Seyval Blanc, viognier, Virginia Wine, White Wine | 2 Comments
This past Tuesday I was lucky enough to be invited to a dinner here in Richmond at the Bolling Haxall House to show off Loudoun County’s food, wine, and hospitality. For those not familiar with Loudoun County, it’s referred to as DC’s Wine Country, as it’s about 20 minutes west of the District, and currently [...]
Antigal Uno Malbec 2008
Posted on January 20, 2011 - Filed Under Argentinian Wine, French Oak Reds, Malbec, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, South American Wine, Steak Wines, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | 1 Comment
Varietal: 100% Malbec Region: Mendoza – Argentina Cost: $19.99 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Intense red color with violet tones. Aromas of wild berry and dark plum with a hint of coffee. Berry and plum continue to the palate with smoke and vanilla joining through the persistent finish. Pairs well with red meat entrees, Beef Wellington, roasted [...]
