Jerram Winery

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  April 2009

  Jerram Winery Gentle Sheperd Blanc NV

  Snoothrank: Starting at $12^.99

  A blend of Cayuga, Chardonnay and Aurore grapes, this is a richer and slightly sweeter wine than the White Frost. The color is a lovely medium yellow, and the nose crisp with faint notes of fruit and berries. The wine itself is crisp and smooth, with a beautiful finish. The... Read moreA blend of Cayuga, Chardonnay and Aurore grapes, this is a richer and slightly sweeter wine than the White Frost. The color is a lovely medium yellow, and the nose crisp with faint notes of fruit and berries. The wine itself is crisp and smooth, with a beautiful finish. The sweetness is nicely balanced, and the wine is quite refreshing. The tasting notes suggest pairings with light cheeses, salads or spicy foods. Personally I am looking forward to trying this wine with a spicy Thai curry; I suspect it will be wonderful.    (hide)

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  April 2009

  Jerram Winery White Frost Blanc NV

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  Made from Chardonnay grapes, this is a light wine with a delicate bouquet and taste. The color is a pale yellow; the nose rich with hints of fruit, and the taste dry and slightly fruity. The wine is aged in oak, but the oak is very faint; you get only a hint of the nuttiness that... Read moreMade from Chardonnay grapes, this is a light wine with a delicate bouquet and taste. The color is a pale yellow; the nose rich with hints of fruit, and the taste dry and slightly fruity. The wine is aged in oak, but the oak is very faint; you get only a hint of the nuttiness that often comes from oak. The tasting notes indicate it should be served slightly chilled, and would make a good aperitif.    (hide)

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  April 2009

  Jerram Winery Vespers Blanc NV

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  his is a very sweet dessert wine “made in the style of a late-harvest wine” according to the tasting notes. Smooth, with a rich fruity nose, Vespers is made from Vignole grapes, which contribute both the sweetness and a touch of acidity which help balance the wine. While not as... Read morehis is a very sweet dessert wine “made in the style of a late-harvest wine” according to the tasting notes. Smooth, with a rich fruity nose, Vespers is made from Vignole grapes, which contribute both the sweetness and a touch of acidity which help balance the wine. While not as rich as an ice wine, this would pair very nicely with cheeses, fruit, or sweet desserts. I think it would be particularly good paired with an apple pie or a rich cheesecake.    (hide)

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  April 2009

  Jerram Winery Nor Easter Rouge NV

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  blend, primarily Chambourcin, this is a semi-sweet red. A relatively new wine, it was first introduced in December 2004. The color is a rich dark red, and the nose has a rich fruitiness. The sweetness adds a light touch without being overpowering; mellow and silky, there’s a... Read moreblend, primarily Chambourcin, this is a semi-sweet red. A relatively new wine, it was first introduced in December 2004. The color is a rich dark red, and the nose has a rich fruitiness. The sweetness adds a light touch without being overpowering; mellow and silky, there’s a slightly fruity finish (the tasting notes indicate Raspberry). It’s a very nice wine that would pair well with a wide variety of food.    (hide)

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  April 2009

  Jerram Winery Marachel Foch Rouge NV

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  Made from 100% Marechal Foch grapes, this wine was both a surprise and a delight. Jerram’s first wine, produced since 1982, the Marechal Foch wine is a deep plum color, with a dry, earthy nose. Slightly tart on the tongue, it has an interesting depth, and a surprisingly smooth... Read moreMade from 100% Marechal Foch grapes, this wine was both a surprise and a delight. Jerram’s first wine, produced since 1982, the Marechal Foch wine is a deep plum color, with a dry, earthy nose. Slightly tart on the tongue, it has an interesting depth, and a surprisingly smooth finish. My previous, albeit limited, experience with Marechal Foch wines led me to expect a much tarter wine with a “bite” to the finish. This is a subtler wine, and the slight tartness that is the hallmark of the grape added an interesting complexity to the wine. This was one of my overall favorites.    (hide)

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  April 2009

  Highland Reserve NV

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  medium-bodied red, this wine is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Marechal Foch grapes. The nose is rich with notes of both fruit and earthiness. The wine is mellow, with a really nice finish. The two grapes blend nicely together, with the Cab Franc smoothing out some of the tartness... Read moremedium-bodied red, this wine is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Marechal Foch grapes. The nose is rich with notes of both fruit and earthiness. The wine is mellow, with a really nice finish. The two grapes blend nicely together, with the Cab Franc smoothing out some of the tartness that one often finds with Marechal Foch. A very interesting wine.    (hide)

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  January 2009

  Jerram Winery Aurora NV

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  Named for the Roman Goddess of the morning, and not the Aurore grape, this is a semi-sweet white that is crisp and refreshing. Made from Villard Blanc grapes, the Aurora is a lovely wine, with notes of citrus both in the nose and on the palate. The tasting notes indicate there is a... Read moreNamed for the Roman Goddess of the morning, and not the Aurore grape, this is a semi-sweet white that is crisp and refreshing. Made from Villard Blanc grapes, the Aurora is a lovely wine, with notes of citrus both in the nose and on the palate. The tasting notes indicate there is a hint of oak as well, but I didn’t pick that up; the oak is very subdued. The sweetness is well-balanced, and the Aurora will pair well with spicy foods.    (hide)

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  September 2007

  Highland Reserve NV

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  No written review

  Wine review by KevinD

  
  

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