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. [...]
Santa Rita Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
Posted on May 27, 2011 - Filed Under Cabernet Sauvignon, Chilean Wine, Dry Wines, Full Bodied Wines, Medium Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, South American Wine, Steak Wines, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Comments Off
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Region: Chile Cost: $10-12 My Review: So as they are want to do, on a recent trip to my parents’ house they insisted on sending home some wine with my wife and I as they are big supporters of this site and of my drinking habits. I love my mom and [...]
Santa Julia Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
Posted on May 23, 2011 - Filed Under Argentinian Wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Full Bodied Wines, Red Wine, Red Wine Reviews, South American Wine, Steak Wines, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | Comments Off
Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon Region: Mendoza – Argentina Cost: $12 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: Ruby color with purple hues of good intensity. Complex aromas of ripe fruits such as cherries, black cherries, and plums as well as vanilla, leather, tobacco, and spices such as black pepper and paprika. Full-bodied, sweet tannins, rich red wine with good [...]
Alex Elman Torrontes 2010
Posted on May 18, 2011 - Filed Under Argentinian Wine, Light Wines, South American Wine, Torrontes, White Wine, White Wine Reviews, Wine Reviews, Wine's Under $20 | 1 Comment
Varietal: 100% Torrontes Region: Mendoza – Argentina Cost: $13 (SRP) Winemaker’s Notes: This luscious, refreshing, lightly floral wine has notes of orange citrus, honeydew melon and maintains a well-balanced acidity. Its notes of honeyed fruit leaves a long taste in the mouth. This wine is great to sip all day and is a perfect match for salads, citrus [...]
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. [...]
