Vin de Pays Wine

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  November 2009

  Woodbridge By Robert Mondavi Pinot Noir Vin de Pays de l'Herault 2007

  Snoothrank: Starting at $16^.29

  Had a bottle of this recently at a Chicago restaurant. Not my choice. The initial acetic acid bouquet was followed by a wine of minimal non-specific fruit content and high alcohol level. Why buy a pinot noir [or any other grape] produced in France and bottled in California when... Read moreHad a bottle of this recently at a Chicago restaurant. Not my choice. The initial acetic acid bouquet was followed by a wine of minimal non-specific fruit content and high alcohol level. Why buy a pinot noir [or any other grape] produced in France and bottled in California when there is plenty of California-produced pinot noir?    (hide)

  Wine review by BrianDG

  
  
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  November 2009

  Unknown Vin de Pays du Gard

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  This astonishingly inexpensive red wine fits many of the common characteristics I have read here describing other VDP wines from this region. No date or grape is named on the bottle. The flavor was lemony tart, tannic, crisp (but not superficial) and with a trace of sweetness. There... Read moreThis astonishingly inexpensive red wine fits many of the common characteristics I have read here describing other VDP wines from this region. No date or grape is named on the bottle. The flavor was lemony tart, tannic, crisp (but not superficial) and with a trace of sweetness. There were deeper layers present that my poor tongue is not trained enough to recognize. Very enjoyable, in a "bang for buck" way, and would suit a spicy meal quite well I should think.    (hide)

  Wine review by jmaxmoore

  
  
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  November 2009

  Hob Nob Pinot Noir 2007

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  Interesting nose of berry sorbet and bubblegum. Cherry throughout. Delicate mouthfeel. Cherry driven, but an interesting green apple crisp acidity on the back end. Nicely balanced.

  Wine review by VegasOenophile

  
  
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  November 2009

  Pinot Evil Cellars Vin de Pays de l'Ile de Beaute NV

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  No written review

  Wine review by Megiddo

  
  
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  November 2009

  Bv Coastal Estate Pinot Noir Vin de Pays 2007

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  Wonderful well priced wine - smooth long finish - Velvet with hints of berries. Great wine, Great Value.

  Wine review by Jneal162

  
  

• November 2009

  Our local big liquor store chain who is generally pretty unbeatable for prices ... 2.5 glasses 2007 Pinot Noir Vin de Pays- too young tasting, like a Beaujolais Noveau- 2 glasses 2006 Merlot- Nose of currant, rhubarb and licorice. Nicely balanced eucalyptus and cherry tones- 2.5... Read moreOur local big liquor store chain who is generally pretty unbeatable for prices ... 2.5 glasses 2007 Pinot Noir Vin de Pays- too young tasting, like a Beaujolais Noveau- 2 glasses 2006 Merlot- Nose of currant, rhubarb and licorice. Nicely balanced eucalyptus and cherry tones- 2.5 glasses 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon- Fairly nice cab, but slightly bitter finish- 2.5 glasses Napa Valley- 2005 Merlot- Nice, but a bit tannic. VERY oakey for a merlot- 3 glasses 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon- Nice, reasonably good middle ground cab. I expected a bit more for a "Napa" designation- 3.5 glasses 2006 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon- Velvety and smooth. My favorite cab of their lineup at this tasting- 4 glasses Reserve- 2004 Dulcet- 74% cab 26% syrah. Nice blend I'd stack against any super tuscan of the same makeup. The Dulcet is the most expensive behind the Georges de Latour- 4 glasses 2005 Tapestry- Elegant and smooth Bordeaux blend. The best wine tasted tonight. A great value at $30-$40. Wonderful.- 4.5 glasses The sales guy pouring also opened a 2007 The Prisoner by Orin Swift Cellars. I really enjoyed the 2006 so was anxious to try this one. I have one waiting to be drunk, but when someone else is pouring, you try! I found it to not excite me quite as much as the 2006 because I really liked the bold, in your face style that blend had. The 2007 is a bit more refined, smooth and relaxed, but still a great wine. 4 glasses. Obviously it all depends on each person's taste, but if you're a cab person, go after the Rutherford and if you like a claret, the Tapestry is great. Of course, if you don't mind the $100 per bottle price tag, go for the Georges de Latour. If I win, I'll review it! The one I hold presently is a 2005 and when tasted at another event, it was magnificent! Any other BV fans out here? Weigh in on your faves!    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic Beaulieu Vineyard lineup... by VegasOenophile

  
  
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  November 2009

  Beaulieu Vineyard Coastal Estates Pinot Noir Vin de Pays d'Oc 2007

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  Way too young and fresh for my taste. Was more like a Beaujolais Noveau. BV tasting 11/14/09 Lee's Discount Liquor

  Wine review by VegasOenophile

  
  
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  November 2009

  Fortant de France Cabernet Sauvignon 1999

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  As far as French Cabs go, its pretty average - till you see the price. Similar goes for $30+ per bottle on the low end - It is simply unparalleled for the price - consider it a steal if you can get hold of a bottle - they are hard to find...

  Wine review by mystershyster

  
  
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  November 2009

  Fortant de France Cabernet Sauvignon 1999

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  No written review

  Wine review by mystershyster

  
  
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  November 2009

  Gerard Bertrand Pinot Noir Vin de Pays d'Oc Collection 2006

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  Nice red colour, a little opaque around the edges. Very grassy and mossy on the nose. Like freshly cut grass almost. The earthiness stays on the first tasting. However a little hot on the back a not a lot of fruit, although not necessarily a bad thing. Decent for the price.

  Wine review by Fenderbaum

  
  

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