Fine Wine

• May 2013

  Hi all,Hoping someone might have some info on this wine- maybe Outthere??It is called Sunrise Farms Russian River Chardonnay, and in the fine print, it says "bottled and produced by Taft Street Winery, Sebastopol, CA". Now, I love, love Taft Street winery, so I bought two bottles of this at a local discounter.  It isn't great- and doesn't taste ... Read More

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• May 2013

  YMP, in our household, we look for contrasts.  So, if we are having a red meat entree with a robust Cabernet Sauvignon, we are going to have a lighter wine with the apps.  I think the Kim Crawford was perfect. That being said, as often as not, a guest will bring a wine gift over.  Invariably, it will be a Merlot.  (I don't know what is going on,... Read More

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• May 2013

  I have a question.. When you are serving appetizers.. and you are going to have Cab for a dinner wine with Beef Tenderloin.. what are some good choices of reds to serve with wine/cheese or any other before meal appitizers...? I served Kim Crawford Savugiou Blanc but didn't know what a good red wine choice would be.. Read More

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  May 2013

  Venturi Schulze Pinot Gris Blend Vancouver Island Brut Naturel 2008

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  Great value under the bottle-cap/crown cap of this wine! Bottle fermented. Done in the style of champagne, but lacking of any major yeasty/biscuity notes you might typically expect with such. A dry wine with a fairly fine bead, creamy texture, soft acidity/freshness, and surprising complexity. A very longish but subtle finish. Honey, pear, and a... Read More

  Wine review by JenniferT

  
  

• May 2013

  Traditionally speaking all of the above entries will be fine.  Without having tasted your recipe I can only guess what the finished product will be like given your ingredient list.  I have personally had the above recipe but Jasper cooked it and every preparation will be a bit different so I'll offer some good general guidelines as well as a few... Read More

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• May 2013

  Hi Guys:In my ongoing saga of trying to learn how to cook, I'm planning on giving lobster thermidor a whirl soon. I'd like to pair it with 2-3 wines, mostly as a pairing experiment to see which works best. Any ideas? I was thinking I could potentially combine the dinner with the vintage VS NV champagne combo I've been meaning to do...other ideas... Read More

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  May 2013

  Josetta Saffirio Barolo Persiera 2009

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  This opens with a deep herbal streak on the nose full of ivy and cactus, followed by an assertive floral note and fine raspberry fruit over sandy soil tones with a hint of wood spice. Showing a little roundness early on the palate, this has slightly more aggressive tannins than the 2009 Barolo Classico from Saffirio, with more savory complexity... Read More

  Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz

  
  

• May 2013

  With just a few days to go before my departure for Piedmont, I was thrilled to have been able to join in Antonio Galloni’s brilliant La Festa del Barolo this year. Featuring a tasting of 2008 Barolo, it was perfect timing; a chance for me to revisit this excellent vintage, and to help set the stage for my upcoming tastings from the 2009 vintage.... Read More

  From the article Barolo 2008 Revisited

  
  

• May 2013

  Last year I was lucky to have suffered from an excess of riches, but my travel schedule pushed reporting on many events to the bottom of my pile. I'm only now catching up with all of my notes, so while these notes are delayed, they certainly warrant publication. Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon is considered one of the blue chip Napa Valley ... Read More

  From the article A Calistoga Classic

  
  
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  May 2013

  Viña El Aromo Carménère Talca Private Reserve 2009

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  A bit oaky at first, this really pops in the glass with aromas of violets and cracked pepper that recall Syrah, layered over pomegranate, sour plum and green citrus peel fruits. This is a rather big wine, with lots of richness and a slightly creamy texture. The tannins and acidity help add tension to all that richness, keeping this lively in th... Read More

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