Red Grape

• November 2009

  Yes, I'm familiar with Reidel's lawsuit against Eisch. My understanding is that the engineers offered their invention to Reidel first, which rejected it, but Eisch saw the value and scooped it up. And now Reidel is ticked, which makes Eisch look all the better. Obviously Reidel... Read moreYes, I'm familiar with Reidel's lawsuit against Eisch. My understanding is that the engineers offered their invention to Reidel first, which rejected it, but Eisch saw the value and scooped it up. And now Reidel is ticked, which makes Eisch look all the better. Obviously Reidel feels threatened enough to sue. I'm a big fan of 7 Deadly Zins out of Lodi, which in spite of it being a blend from various winemakers, has always been consistently superb. A couple months ago I tried a chardonnay from Livermore, and was amazed at how great it was. Unfortunately, I forgot to keep the bottle and can't remember what it was! Right then, will have a look for that d'Alba. Have only tried one Piedmont barbera since the Cali ones, and it didn't even come close. I don't really climb much of anywhere except El Capitan these days. I leave all my climbing gear pretty much in California, although I do a bit of cragging her in Ontario from time to time. I'm also part of the group that's exploring Mamoth Cave, Kentucky, so I spend a few days underground each month. So far this year, we've discovered, explored and surveyed about 9,000 feet of new passage, lots of it small, but at least one room big enough to fit a small winery. Cheers, Pete    (hide)

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• November 2009

  All those are solid options. Others would be a chardonnay, probably unoaked. Albariño would be another solid option, or Italian soave. A rosé might work nicely too, something like a pinot noir rosé. Let us know what works for you!

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• November 2009

  Really most noble grapes can sit for a good decade. Nebbiolo based Italian reds, Amarone mad with valpolicella, and any sturdy Bordeaux like St. Estephe, St. Julien, Margaux, Paulliac, etc. Good American cabs or bordeaux blends can stand up to time too. Reds are a far safer bet... Read moreReally most noble grapes can sit for a good decade. Nebbiolo based Italian reds, Amarone mad with valpolicella, and any sturdy Bordeaux like St. Estephe, St. Julien, Margaux, Paulliac, etc. Good American cabs or bordeaux blends can stand up to time too. Reds are a far safer bet than whites because those vary so much and it's always iffy unless you really know the type, region and producer. Sweet or fortified whites are the exception. Just my two cents!    (hide)

  Forum post in the topic Long cellar life wines. by VegasOenophile

  
  

• November 2009

  Wow some great ideas. Will look into if any of them are available here in NZ. Kyle - Yes love the Tempranillo I've had so far although it's been limited to a local example (Trinity Hills Gimblett Gravels). Had both the 2005 and 2007, by far one of my favourite wines. Trying some of... Read moreWow some great ideas. Will look into if any of them are available here in NZ. Kyle - Yes love the Tempranillo I've had so far although it's been limited to a local example (Trinity Hills Gimblett Gravels). Had both the 2005 and 2007, by far one of my favourite wines. Trying some of the Riojas is on my list.    (hide)

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• November 2009

  There's an argentinean wine called Oroya, developed specially to go with sushi and that type of asian fusion dishes. Oroya (means basket in an old Peruvian dialect) belongs to the Freixenet people and it's a blend of Torrontes (fruity and floral white grape) and Pinot Noir. They make... Read moreThere's an argentinean wine called Oroya, developed specially to go with sushi and that type of asian fusion dishes. Oroya (means basket in an old Peruvian dialect) belongs to the Freixenet people and it's a blend of Torrontes (fruity and floral white grape) and Pinot Noir. They make an interesting blend of a blanc de blanc and a blanc de noir. The first grape's fruityness and the firmness of the P.Noir give it a good equilibrium between the sweet and sour flavors of fish and it tastes wonderful even with wasabe.    (hide)

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• November 2009

  Oregon Pinot's - Rivers Edge - Very nice, Burgundian style, similar to a Nuits St George, nice earthiness, good fruit (Umpquaa Valley) and Ponzi Tavola - Hearty Burgundian style, similar to a Gevry-Chambertin, Nice fruit, long finish for a Pinot, Evesham Wood is also an excellent... Read moreOregon Pinot's - Rivers Edge - Very nice, Burgundian style, similar to a Nuits St George, nice earthiness, good fruit (Umpquaa Valley) and Ponzi Tavola - Hearty Burgundian style, similar to a Gevry-Chambertin, Nice fruit, long finish for a Pinot, Evesham Wood is also an excellent choice, and I agree very far from Cali Pinot. As For Thanksgiving I am providing 4 bottles Schlinkhaus Riesling Kabinett 2007 (My Mom and Dad's "house" wine), Debouf Beaujolais Nouveau 2009, Rivers Edge Pinot Noir 2006, and Terradorro Falanghina 2007... I think the Falanghina goes pretty well with Turkey, and is veggie friendly (Green bean, Sweet Potato, corn, carrots)    (hide)

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• November 2009

  Hermann, Missouri had a wine trail event yesterday, featuring six of the local vineyards, and all of them on the list Rhodies compiled. The red wines I enjoyed most were blends with some Norton present, but I just haven't cultivated a pure norton taste yet. The Missouri whites just... Read moreHermann, Missouri had a wine trail event yesterday, featuring six of the local vineyards, and all of them on the list Rhodies compiled. The red wines I enjoyed most were blends with some Norton present, but I just haven't cultivated a pure norton taste yet. The Missouri whites just seem to have a more interesting and appealing range of flavors than the reds, particularly in the sweet wines. A couple of the red wines we tried reminded me of a fresh Beaujolais, and a few having some similarities with pinot noir and blends using pinot noir. Overall, Rhodies' scores aren't much different than I would give to these six, maybe a bit generous in the high range. The Missouri River bluff views were spectacular; it was an enjoyable way to spend the afternoon.    (hide)

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• November 2009

  Chip, I know they're loved, but the whole Mollydooker line does nothing for me. I can get behind a bigger wine, sure, but these guys just seem too far out of balance. It's probably just me, as I don't much care for any of the Aussie Shiraz juice I've had in years, although it was... Read moreChip, I know they're loved, but the whole Mollydooker line does nothing for me. I can get behind a bigger wine, sure, but these guys just seem too far out of balance. It's probably just me, as I don't much care for any of the Aussie Shiraz juice I've had in years, although it was my gateway wine. Funny how things evolve, huh? Don't they recommend "beating up" their wines in general, with the Mollydooker shake? Something about releasing the Nitrogen... Cheers!    (hide)

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• November 2009

  Torbreck Juveniles (more powerful wine) Cloudline Pinot Noir (Dont know if it will stand up to the brisket) Penfolds Bin 389 Shiraz/Cabernet those are just some suggestions for red. Whites, I am not very good with whites, but. Gewertztraminer (out of Alsace if possible) Kim... Read more Torbreck Juveniles (more powerful wine) Cloudline Pinot Noir (Dont know if it will stand up to the brisket) Penfolds Bin 389 Shiraz/Cabernet those are just some suggestions for red. Whites, I am not very good with whites, but. Gewertztraminer (out of Alsace if possible) Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc Sweet Wine...try yourself a port...nothing will put you to sleep like port and turkey.    (hide)

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• November 2009

  Garagiste is an amazing source, and they will definitely expand your wine vocabulary (the person who writes the emails can get a little...detailed. I can also put out there, Rosenblum, they put out a number of different varietals but known mostly for their zin, syrah, and cab. All... Read moreGaragiste is an amazing source, and they will definitely expand your wine vocabulary (the person who writes the emails can get a little...detailed. I can also put out there, Rosenblum, they put out a number of different varietals but known mostly for their zin, syrah, and cab. All are big fruit and big flavor without the normal high alcohol. Also, had a blind tasting the other day, and the winner of the night was one of the least expensive bottles, a 2006 shoofly shiraz. It was really big with plum, berries, jam, pepper, spice, and nice powerful dark notes that sat on your palate and provided something to "chew over" after swallowing.    (hide)

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