So I am starting to wonder if I am only doing this for myself.
Does anyone ever actually look at this?
I am going to give it a week and if I do not receive at least one comment I may just put this to bed.
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Friday, January 25, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 25th
Wines tasted in 2005
2002
Yakima Cellars Cabernet Franc - Lemberger
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley
Still young. Needs time in the bottle to shed some of the tannins. Not sure if the tannins settling down will help the wine. Tasted more like port to me. Heavy raisin and alcohol flavors.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
Wines tasted in 2008
2004 Stevens 424
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley
Decanted, though not much sediment if any. Sweet dark fruit aromas jumped from the decanter. Medium red coloring with just a hint of orange. Nose started out very sweet with black cherries, tobacco and French oak. As the evening wore on the fruit started to fade a bit and the toast on the oak started to come out more. Nice velvety mouthfeel with just enough tannic structure to give the wine some weight. Good finish, the wine hung on the palate for a minute or more. Not sure about the longevity of this wine as the structure is a little light. Drinking really nicely right now. Would purchase again.
2002
Yakima Cellars Cabernet Franc - Lemberger
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley
Still young. Needs time in the bottle to shed some of the tannins. Not sure if the tannins settling down will help the wine. Tasted more like port to me. Heavy raisin and alcohol flavors.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
Wines tasted in 2008
2004 Stevens 424
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley
Decanted, though not much sediment if any. Sweet dark fruit aromas jumped from the decanter. Medium red coloring with just a hint of orange. Nose started out very sweet with black cherries, tobacco and French oak. As the evening wore on the fruit started to fade a bit and the toast on the oak started to come out more. Nice velvety mouthfeel with just enough tannic structure to give the wine some weight. Good finish, the wine hung on the palate for a minute or more. Not sure about the longevity of this wine as the structure is a little light. Drinking really nicely right now. Would purchase again.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 22nd
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
Wines tasted in 2006
2002
Waterbrook Mélange
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Really starting to come into it's own. Nice balanced flavors of dark fruit and spices. Tannins have integrated and the finish is getting longer (20 sec). Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Wines tasted in 2006
2002
Waterbrook Mélange
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Really starting to come into it's own. Nice balanced flavors of dark fruit and spices. Tannins have integrated and the finish is getting longer (20 sec). Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Monday, January 21, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 21st
Wines tasted in 2005
2002
Piety Flats Muscat
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley
This died a long time ago. My fault, kept it way too long. Went down the drain after one sip.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2005
Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel Sonoma
USA, California, Sonoma County
Back on track after a down 2004 vintage. Loads of spice and a good dose of sweet oak. Still a bit too young for my liking so will leave the rest alone for at least another six months. Would purchase again.
2004
Gallagher U Brew Zinfandel
USA, California, Central Valley, Lodi
Nose is still a bit off putting. Flavor has improved slightly but it is still a cooking wine for the most part.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
2002
Piety Flats Muscat
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley
This died a long time ago. My fault, kept it way too long. Went down the drain after one sip.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2005
Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel Sonoma
USA, California, Sonoma County
Back on track after a down 2004 vintage. Loads of spice and a good dose of sweet oak. Still a bit too young for my liking so will leave the rest alone for at least another six months. Would purchase again.
2004
Gallagher U Brew Zinfandel
USA, California, Central Valley, Lodi
Nose is still a bit off putting. Flavor has improved slightly but it is still a cooking wine for the most part.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 20th
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
Wines tasted in 2008
2005
L'Ecole No. 41 Semillon
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Really enjoy this wine year in and year out. It is my Chardonnay alternative. Nice light golden color. Nose had copious amounts of caramel and creme brulee. On the palate the attack was pure butter, oak and cream. Then the wine changed as it hit the back of the tongue to more of an acidic apple and pear profile. Really enjoyable wine. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
Wines tasted in 2008
2005
L'Ecole No. 41 Semillon
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Really enjoy this wine year in and year out. It is my Chardonnay alternative. Nice light golden color. Nose had copious amounts of caramel and creme brulee. On the palate the attack was pure butter, oak and cream. Then the wine changed as it hit the back of the tongue to more of an acidic apple and pear profile. Really enjoyable wine. Would purchase again.
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 19th
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
Wines tasted in 2006
2001
Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel Veragold
USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley
Corked. Not happy about this. Can't return to Winery.
Wines tasted in 2007
2002
Roland Lavantureux Petit Chablis
France, Burgundy, Chablis, Petit Chablis
Crazy levels of minerality. High level of acidity that needs food to cut through. Decent floral aromas. Think that this is an acquired taste and have to pair it with the right food. Would not purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Wines tasted in 2006
2001
Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel Veragold
USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley
Corked. Not happy about this. Can't return to Winery.
Wines tasted in 2007
2002
Roland Lavantureux Petit Chablis
France, Burgundy, Chablis, Petit Chablis
Crazy levels of minerality. High level of acidity that needs food to cut through. Decent floral aromas. Think that this is an acquired taste and have to pair it with the right food. Would not purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Friday, January 18, 2008
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 16th
Wines tasted in 2005
Non Vintage
Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs - Methode Champenoise
USA, California, Sonoma County, Carneros
Very Dry. Nice, but the nose was a bit closed. Would purchase again if there weren't other options available.
Wines tasted in 2006
1998
Sokol Blosser Pinot Noir Willamette Valley
USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley
Love that pinot funk. Wine decanted for about an hour before it really opened up. When sitting in the glass there was a lot of oak, but give it a good swirl and the funk comes through. The flavor was not nearly as exiting, but pleasent. Did not seem like it had any age on it at all. Went well with roasted chicken and sage cream pasta. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Non Vintage
Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Noirs - Methode Champenoise
USA, California, Sonoma County, Carneros
Very Dry. Nice, but the nose was a bit closed. Would purchase again if there weren't other options available.
Wines tasted in 2006
1998
Sokol Blosser Pinot Noir Willamette Valley
USA, Oregon, Willamette Valley
Love that pinot funk. Wine decanted for about an hour before it really opened up. When sitting in the glass there was a lot of oak, but give it a good swirl and the funk comes through. The flavor was not nearly as exiting, but pleasent. Did not seem like it had any age on it at all. Went well with roasted chicken and sage cream pasta. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 15th
Wines tasted in 2005
2003
Rulo Combine
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley
Consistent notes from the other day. Had to share a bottle with some friends. (See January 13th)
2001
Ravenswood Icon
USA, California, Sonoma County
Nice Value. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
2003
Rulo Combine
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley
Consistent notes from the other day. Had to share a bottle with some friends. (See January 13th)
2001
Ravenswood Icon
USA, California, Sonoma County
Nice Value. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Monday, January 14, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 14th
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2004
Gallagher U Brew
France, Rhône
Needed a cup for cooking. Nose fairly closed and not giving up much. Touch of sweetness on the palate. Hoping that this will integrate a little bit over time. Tastes a bit too much like juice right now.
Non Vintage - Drank two bottles
Domaine Ste. Michelle Blanc de Blancs
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Great for mimosas. Dry and pleasent. Would purchase again for large group setting.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2004
Gallagher U Brew
France, Rhône
Needed a cup for cooking. Nose fairly closed and not giving up much. Touch of sweetness on the palate. Hoping that this will integrate a little bit over time. Tastes a bit too much like juice right now.
Non Vintage - Drank two bottles
Domaine Ste. Michelle Blanc de Blancs
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Great for mimosas. Dry and pleasent. Would purchase again for large group setting.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 13th
Wines tasted in 2005
This is the wine that really opened me up to the idea that wine can be more than - "it tasted like wine"
2003
Rulo Combine
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley
Wow, Wow, Wow, Wow, Wow! This was like being on a tropical beach surrounded by fresh cut pineapples. Powerful and refreshing. The level of acidity just cut right through the food. Had this with Spicy chicken breast with salsa verde and feta. Each sip cleaned the food away and gave you full force of the wine. Then you would have the next bite of food and it was like a brand new flavor each time. Think that I have found my new favorite white. Will definitely purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2005
Chateau St. Jean Chardonnay
USA, California, Sonoma County
Going to have to go purchase more of this. Good solid everyday white. Nothing exciting, but tasty. Not as much butter as prior vintages and has a bit more steel to it. Crisp fruit and good acidity. Would purchase again.
Wines tasted in 2008
2003
Cuneo Syrah Del Rio Vineyard
USA, Oregon, Southern Oregon, Rogue Valley
Decanted, though the wine threw no sediment. Lots of red and black berries on the nose right out of the bottle. Wine developed a smokey tobacco aroma after a little while in the decanter. Still had an underlayment of blackberry and boysenberry. On the palate there was a bunch of sweet oak and mouth watering tannins. There was also a level of spice that you couldn't pick one flavor out of. Very enjoyable wine. Would purchase again, though it would have to be on sale as the QPR is a bit high on the price side.
This is the wine that really opened me up to the idea that wine can be more than - "it tasted like wine"
2003
Rulo Combine
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley
Wow, Wow, Wow, Wow, Wow! This was like being on a tropical beach surrounded by fresh cut pineapples. Powerful and refreshing. The level of acidity just cut right through the food. Had this with Spicy chicken breast with salsa verde and feta. Each sip cleaned the food away and gave you full force of the wine. Then you would have the next bite of food and it was like a brand new flavor each time. Think that I have found my new favorite white. Will definitely purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2005
Chateau St. Jean Chardonnay
USA, California, Sonoma County
Going to have to go purchase more of this. Good solid everyday white. Nothing exciting, but tasty. Not as much butter as prior vintages and has a bit more steel to it. Crisp fruit and good acidity. Would purchase again.
Wines tasted in 2008
2003
Cuneo Syrah Del Rio Vineyard
USA, Oregon, Southern Oregon, Rogue Valley
Decanted, though the wine threw no sediment. Lots of red and black berries on the nose right out of the bottle. Wine developed a smokey tobacco aroma after a little while in the decanter. Still had an underlayment of blackberry and boysenberry. On the palate there was a bunch of sweet oak and mouth watering tannins. There was also a level of spice that you couldn't pick one flavor out of. Very enjoyable wine. Would purchase again, though it would have to be on sale as the QPR is a bit high on the price side.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 12th
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
Wines tasted in 2006
2002Morrison Lane SangioveseUSA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla ValleySimilar to good Chianti. The nose is full of dried flower petals. Nice acid structure and drying fruit on the palate. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Wines tasted in 2006
2002Morrison Lane SangioveseUSA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla ValleySimilar to good Chianti. The nose is full of dried flower petals. Nice acid structure and drying fruit on the palate. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Wines tasted on January 11th
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2005
L'Ecole No. 41 Sémillon
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Served it a little too warm. Not as smooth as other vintages I have had of this wine. Almost a steely component. Fruit was muted but that may be due to the temperature of the wine. Still quite enjoyable. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2005
L'Ecole No. 41 Sémillon
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Served it a little too warm. Not as smooth as other vintages I have had of this wine. Almost a steely component. Fruit was muted but that may be due to the temperature of the wine. Still quite enjoyable. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 10th
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
Wines tasted in 2006
1999
J Vineyards & Winery Vintage Brut Russian River Valley
USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley
Nose was somewhat closed, kept getting really nice whiffs of something but I couldn't put my finger on it. The palate was much more giving. Somewhat yeasty, nice flavors of green apple. Finish was crisp and clean. Went well with poached halibut. Would purchase again.
Wines tasted in 2007
2003
Columbia Crest Shiraz Two Vines
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Bottle was gone before it got to my side of the table. Everyone else seemed to enjoy it.
2002
Columbia Crest Merlot Two Vines
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Quaffable. After a three and a half hour commute home through the snow I just needed something to put down. It was tasty, but couldn't tell you anything about nuance. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Wines tasted in 2006
1999
J Vineyards & Winery Vintage Brut Russian River Valley
USA, California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley
Nose was somewhat closed, kept getting really nice whiffs of something but I couldn't put my finger on it. The palate was much more giving. Somewhat yeasty, nice flavors of green apple. Finish was crisp and clean. Went well with poached halibut. Would purchase again.
Wines tasted in 2007
2003
Columbia Crest Shiraz Two Vines
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Bottle was gone before it got to my side of the table. Everyone else seemed to enjoy it.
2002
Columbia Crest Merlot Two Vines
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Quaffable. After a three and a half hour commute home through the snow I just needed something to put down. It was tasty, but couldn't tell you anything about nuance. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 9th
Wines tasted in 2005
2002
Forest Glen Zinfandel
USA, California, Sonoma County
Bought this for cooking wine, with the idea that the little bit left could be consumed. Undrinkable!
2002
Ravenswood Zinfandel Lodi
USA, California, Central Valley, Lodi
Bottle needs about 45 minutes to an hour to open up.
Wines tasted in 2006
2003
Covey Run Chardonnay
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Very low oak level (if any). My wife found this crisp and refreshing, but I thought it was a bit dull. I tend more towards a Cali Chardonnay. Would purchase again if I needed multiple bottles at a good price for a party.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
2002
Forest Glen Zinfandel
USA, California, Sonoma County
Bought this for cooking wine, with the idea that the little bit left could be consumed. Undrinkable!
2002
Ravenswood Zinfandel Lodi
USA, California, Central Valley, Lodi
Bottle needs about 45 minutes to an hour to open up.
Wines tasted in 2006
2003
Covey Run Chardonnay
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Very low oak level (if any). My wife found this crisp and refreshing, but I thought it was a bit dull. I tend more towards a Cali Chardonnay. Would purchase again if I needed multiple bottles at a good price for a party.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 8th
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2003
Sam Hill Winery Pinot Noir
USA, Oregon, Yamhill County
None of the forest floor that I like, oh well. Good aroma but could not put a finger on what it was. Candied strawberries on the palate. Nice mouthfeel. No tannins to speak of. Not sure how long the second bottle will last.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2003
Sam Hill Winery Pinot Noir
USA, Oregon, Yamhill County
None of the forest floor that I like, oh well. Good aroma but could not put a finger on what it was. Candied strawberries on the palate. Nice mouthfeel. No tannins to speak of. Not sure how long the second bottle will last.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Monday, January 7, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 7th
Wines tasted in 2005
2002
Piety Flats Mercantile Red
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley
Great mid-priced wine. Notes of char, vanilla and cherry. Still fairly oaked, could use a little more bottle time to settle down a bit.
Wines tasted in 2006
2004
Chelan Estate Chardonnay/Viognier
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Refreshing. Enjoyable. Better a little colder than cellar temperature. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
2002
Piety Flats Mercantile Red
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Yakima Valley
Great mid-priced wine. Notes of char, vanilla and cherry. Still fairly oaked, could use a little more bottle time to settle down a bit.
Wines tasted in 2006
2004
Chelan Estate Chardonnay/Viognier
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Refreshing. Enjoyable. Better a little colder than cellar temperature. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 6th
Wines tasted in 2005
2001
Landmark Pinot Noir Sonoma County
USA, California, Sonoma County
Tasted very much like a high end Burgundy. Nose of forest floor and rasberries. Had a hint of Zinfandel. On the palate it was very light. I have not aquired the taste for pinot noir yet, but can tell when one is good. Had with pork tenderloin in mushroom sauce. Would purchase again if I were having pinot fans over for dinner.
Wines tasted in 2006
2003
Fattoria di Petroio Chianti Classico
Italy, Tuscany, Chianti, Chianti Classico
Very muscular right out of the bottle. Needs about 15 minutes to mellow out. Good solid Chianti. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
2001
Landmark Pinot Noir Sonoma County
USA, California, Sonoma County
Tasted very much like a high end Burgundy. Nose of forest floor and rasberries. Had a hint of Zinfandel. On the palate it was very light. I have not aquired the taste for pinot noir yet, but can tell when one is good. Had with pork tenderloin in mushroom sauce. Would purchase again if I were having pinot fans over for dinner.
Wines tasted in 2006
2003
Fattoria di Petroio Chianti Classico
Italy, Tuscany, Chianti, Chianti Classico
Very muscular right out of the bottle. Needs about 15 minutes to mellow out. Good solid Chianti. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Wines Tasted on January 5th
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2004
Viña Estampa Assemblage
Chile, Central Valley, Rapel Valley, Colchagua Valley
Better than the last time. Maybe last bottle was flawed? Still a simple non complex quaffer. Good mid week pizza wine. Acid level is a bit high.
Wines tasted in 2008
2005
Nefarious Cellars Riesling Antoine Creek
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Really enjoyed this wine. Color was starting to golden a little bit. Fairly complex nose, a little floral, some tropical fruit and one other really prominent aroma that reminded me some something but couldn't put my finger on it. Just a hint of sweetness on the palate. More tropical fruits. Medium short finish. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
Wines tasted in 2007
2004
Viña Estampa Assemblage
Chile, Central Valley, Rapel Valley, Colchagua Valley
Better than the last time. Maybe last bottle was flawed? Still a simple non complex quaffer. Good mid week pizza wine. Acid level is a bit high.
Wines tasted in 2008
2005
Nefarious Cellars Riesling Antoine Creek
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Really enjoyed this wine. Color was starting to golden a little bit. Fairly complex nose, a little floral, some tropical fruit and one other really prominent aroma that reminded me some something but couldn't put my finger on it. Just a hint of sweetness on the palate. More tropical fruits. Medium short finish. Would purchase again.
Friday, January 4, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 4th
Wines tasted in 2005
2002
Silver Lake Chardonnay
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Past it's prime. Quite a bit of sediment in the bottle, but this was due to the fact that we had bottled this one ourselves at the winery. Not much fruit left on either the nose or the tongue. Opened up after about an hour, but it only gave you a little bit of oak as the dominant flavor. Cool to have a bottle with our personal lable on it, but would most likely buy this wine from the winery pre bottled in the future. Definitely a young drink.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
Wines tasted in 2008
2006
Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel Sonoma County
USA, California, Sonoma County
Seghesio is back to par on this vintage. '04 wasn't so good, '05 was better and the '06 was in a word "nummy". Very dark color. Nose of blackberries, oak and just a hint of milk chocolate. On the palate there was lots of dark fruit flavors along with a healthy dose of tannic structure. Finish was medium length. Would have liked a little bit more weight on the mouthfeel. Tannins stay with you for a while. Sitting in bed writing this review an hour after having my last sip and my mouth still feels a bit dry. Would purchase again.
2002
Silver Lake Chardonnay
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Past it's prime. Quite a bit of sediment in the bottle, but this was due to the fact that we had bottled this one ourselves at the winery. Not much fruit left on either the nose or the tongue. Opened up after about an hour, but it only gave you a little bit of oak as the dominant flavor. Cool to have a bottle with our personal lable on it, but would most likely buy this wine from the winery pre bottled in the future. Definitely a young drink.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
Wines tasted in 2008
2006
Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel Sonoma County
USA, California, Sonoma County
Seghesio is back to par on this vintage. '04 wasn't so good, '05 was better and the '06 was in a word "nummy". Very dark color. Nose of blackberries, oak and just a hint of milk chocolate. On the palate there was lots of dark fruit flavors along with a healthy dose of tannic structure. Finish was medium length. Would have liked a little bit more weight on the mouthfeel. Tannins stay with you for a while. Sitting in bed writing this review an hour after having my last sip and my mouth still feels a bit dry. Would purchase again.
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 3rd
No record of any wines tasted in 2005
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
Wines tasted in 2008
2005
Bota Box Shiraz
USA, California
Took a while out of the box to come around. Initially there were lots of fake fruit aromas. Almost like drinking liquified candy. After about an hour in the glass there was a distinct smell of just lit match. A bit of smoke on the back end of the palate. Next time will probably decant a bottles worth and then pour from there to see if it opens the wine up a bit more. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2006
No record of any wines tasted in 2007
Wines tasted in 2008
2005
Bota Box Shiraz
USA, California
Took a while out of the box to come around. Initially there were lots of fake fruit aromas. Almost like drinking liquified candy. After about an hour in the glass there was a distinct smell of just lit match. A bit of smoke on the back end of the palate. Next time will probably decant a bottles worth and then pour from there to see if it opens the wine up a bit more. Would purchase again.
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 2nd
Wines tasted in 2005
2002
Cline Cellars Red Truck
USA, California
Nice everyday wine. Losts of dark fruit flavors. Drink young. Would purchase again.
Wines tasted in 2006
2001
Atalon Merlot
USA, California, Napa Valley
Nice, but not exciting. Lots of dark fruit flavors. Pleasent, but not complex. Not to be saved for a second day. Lost all fruit and was so tannic that it was nearly undrinkable. Open bottle and drink up.
Wines tasted in 2007
2005
Chateau St. Jean Chardonnay
USA, California, Sonoma County
Initially served too cold, which muted the nose and flavors. After it warmed up it came back to it's reliable standard. Light on the butter this vintage with more elements of crisp apple. Decent acidity. Would purchase again.
N record of any wines tasted in 2008
2002
Cline Cellars Red Truck
USA, California
Nice everyday wine. Losts of dark fruit flavors. Drink young. Would purchase again.
Wines tasted in 2006
2001
Atalon Merlot
USA, California, Napa Valley
Nice, but not exciting. Lots of dark fruit flavors. Pleasent, but not complex. Not to be saved for a second day. Lost all fruit and was so tannic that it was nearly undrinkable. Open bottle and drink up.
Wines tasted in 2007
2005
Chateau St. Jean Chardonnay
USA, California, Sonoma County
Initially served too cold, which muted the nose and flavors. After it warmed up it came back to it's reliable standard. Light on the butter this vintage with more elements of crisp apple. Decent acidity. Would purchase again.
N record of any wines tasted in 2008
Tuesday, January 1, 2008
Wines Tasted on January 1st
No record of any wines tasted in 2004
Actually, I didn't start keeping records of wines drank until August of 2004 (Thank you CellarTracker) so I will not be including 2004 in the notes again until we hit August.
Wines tasted in 2005
2000
Columbia Crest Chardonnay
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Nice everyday wine. Would purchase again.
Wines tasted in 2006
2004
Gallagher U Brew Zinfandel
USA, California, Central Valley, Lodi
Still a bit young. Could use some more time in bottle. Try again in three months.
Wines tasted in 2007
2001
Seven Hills Syrah Walla Walla Valley
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley
Inky black. Lots of smoke and earth on the nose. Smoke continues on the palate with a good dose of mint. Dense wine with good mouthfeel. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Actually, I didn't start keeping records of wines drank until August of 2004 (Thank you CellarTracker) so I will not be including 2004 in the notes again until we hit August.
Wines tasted in 2005
2000
Columbia Crest Chardonnay
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Nice everyday wine. Would purchase again.
Wines tasted in 2006
2004
Gallagher U Brew Zinfandel
USA, California, Central Valley, Lodi
Still a bit young. Could use some more time in bottle. Try again in three months.
Wines tasted in 2007
2001
Seven Hills Syrah Walla Walla Valley
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Walla Walla Valley
Inky black. Lots of smoke and earth on the nose. Smoke continues on the palate with a good dose of mint. Dense wine with good mouthfeel. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2008
Wines Tasted on December 31st
Wines tasted in 2004
Non Vintage
Cristalino Cava Brut
Spain, Catalunya, Cava
Very dry. Good toasting wine when there are a number of non champagne drinkers in the room. Would purchase again.
2002
El Paseo Valencia
Spain, Valencia
Spicy. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2005 - I know I drank that night, but not much of a memory of it...:-)
Wines tasted in 2006
2004
Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel Sonoma
USA, California, Sonoma County
Nice bottle of wine. However, doesn't have the juiciness or spice of other vintages. Would purchase again.
Non Vintage
Francis Coppola / Niebaum-Coppola Sofia Blanc de Blancs
USA, California
Served in a can. This stuff is crap. Won't be purchasing this again. Metalic taste dominated.
Wines tasted in 2007
Non Vintage
GH Mumm & Cie Champagne Carte Classique
France, Champagne
Color was much darker than I would have expected, nearly identical to fresh squeezed apple juice. Bubbles were pretty large also. right out of the bottle this wine had a strong odor of animal urine. Not very dry on the palate and the flavor was pretty much non existent. Would not purchase again.
1999
Brian Carter Cellars Solesce
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Decanted. Decent amount of sediment. Right out of the bottle it was very fresh and lively. Hints of smoke and brown sugar. Color was deep red. After about three hours in the decanter the color was starting to brick. Still a fairly tannic and drying wine, but enough fruit on the back end to balance it out. This wine is drinking really well right now, but it has the stuffing to go on for a while longer. Not sure if it will improve any more though. Would pruchase again.
Non Vintage
Cristalino Cava Brut
Spain, Catalunya, Cava
Very dry. Good toasting wine when there are a number of non champagne drinkers in the room. Would purchase again.
2002
El Paseo Valencia
Spain, Valencia
Spicy. Would purchase again.
No record of any wines tasted in 2005 - I know I drank that night, but not much of a memory of it...:-)
Wines tasted in 2006
2004
Seghesio Family Vineyards Zinfandel Sonoma
USA, California, Sonoma County
Nice bottle of wine. However, doesn't have the juiciness or spice of other vintages. Would purchase again.
Non Vintage
Francis Coppola / Niebaum-Coppola Sofia Blanc de Blancs
USA, California
Served in a can. This stuff is crap. Won't be purchasing this again. Metalic taste dominated.
Wines tasted in 2007
Non Vintage
GH Mumm & Cie Champagne Carte Classique
France, Champagne
Color was much darker than I would have expected, nearly identical to fresh squeezed apple juice. Bubbles were pretty large also. right out of the bottle this wine had a strong odor of animal urine. Not very dry on the palate and the flavor was pretty much non existent. Would not purchase again.
1999
Brian Carter Cellars Solesce
USA, Washington, Columbia Valley
Decanted. Decent amount of sediment. Right out of the bottle it was very fresh and lively. Hints of smoke and brown sugar. Color was deep red. After about three hours in the decanter the color was starting to brick. Still a fairly tannic and drying wine, but enough fruit on the back end to balance it out. This wine is drinking really well right now, but it has the stuffing to go on for a while longer. Not sure if it will improve any more though. Would pruchase again.
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