Domaine Ste Michelle Luxe 1999, WA, USA

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Dessert Wines, Dry Wines, Sparkling, USA, White Wines
Jan, 25 2006
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Domaine Ste Michelle Luxe 1999

A Vintage Sparkler called Luxe from WA made from the Methode Champenoise.

Technical Data:100% Chardonnay vintage 1999 made from the Methode Champenoise.

Description:Pale yellow color with tiny bubbles. Crisp Sparkler showing grapefruit aromas and flavors followed in the palate by fruits like lemon, pear and a hint of tropical fruits with some pineapple and melon. A touch of spice and a soft creamy finish complete its description.

Food Pairing & Service:Will pair well with a wide range of dishes, nice with a trout, or same kind of fish. Also an ideal accompaniment to chocolate and blue cheeses. Serve chilled.

Score:7/10

Suggested Retail Price:$17.99

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Domaine Ste Michelle Blanc de Noirs NV, WA, USA

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Dessert Wines, Dry Wines, Rosé Wines, Sparkling, USA
Jan, 25 2006
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Domaine Ste Michelle Blanc de Noirs

An excellent Rose Sparkling Wine NV from WA made from the Methode Champenoise.

Technical Data:90% Pinot Noir, 10% Chardonnay, the opposite of a Blanc de Blanc. Made from the Methode Champenoise. Non-Vintage.

Description:Light salmon-pink color with small bubbles. Dry and medium-bodied Sparkler. Strawberry and Raspberry aromas and flavors, with light spice undertones. Dry at the entrance this Sparkler as a soft and fruity long lasting finish.

Food Pairing & Service:Because of its soft finish, it will be a good accompaniment with soft cheeses, dessert and specially chocolate or berry. Also nice to be drunk on its own. Serve chilled.

Score:9/10

Suggested Retail Price:$9.99

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Domaine Ste Michelle Blanc de Blanc NV, WA, USA

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Dessert Wines, Dry Wines, Sparkling, USA, White Wines
Jan, 25 2006
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Domaine Ste Michelle Blanc de Blanc

A soft and refreshing Blanc de Blanc Non-Vintage (NV) from WA, made from the Methode Champenoise.

Technical Data:

Description:Light golden color with small bubbles. Medium-bodied Sparkling Wine. Equally floral & fruity on both nose and palate. This wine shows a nice floral entrance with honeysuckle and honey followed closely by fruity flavors such as green apple and a hint of tropical fruits. Long lasting finish. Easy going wine!

Food Pairing & Service:This Blanc de Blanc is softer than the Brut from the same Estate, will accompany well soft cheeses, desserts and aperitif. Serve chilled.

Score:8/10

Suggested Retail Price:$9.99

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Domaine Ste Michelle Cuvee Brut NV, WA, USA

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Dessert Wines, Dry Wines, Sparkling, USA, White Wines
Jan, 25 2006
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Domaine Ste Michelle Cuvee Brut

A nice Brut Non-Vintaged (NV) from WA, made with the Methode Champenoise, to enjoy with a meal or by itself.

Technical Data:50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir. 100% Méthode Champenoise. Non-vintage. It is the most representative of a producer’s style. Usually it is a blend of different grapes from different vintages and growing areas.

Description:Light golden yellow color with nice small bubbles. A Brut dominated by its floral aromas and flavors followed by a touch of fruits. Mainly white flowers flavors laced with soft fruits like apple and citrus. Crisp and quite refreshing, with a long lasting finish.

Food Pairing & Service:Because that’s a dry sparkling you will be able to pair it with a wide range of food as well as enjoy it by itself as an aperitif or afterdiner wine. Personally I usually go on spicy food with that kind of Sparkling wine. Serve chilled.

Score:7/10

Suggested Retail Price:$9.99

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Raymond Napa Valley Reserve Merlot’02, Napa, USA

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Dry Wines, Red Wines, USA
Jan, 25 2006
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Raymond Napa Valley Reserve Merlot

Full-bodied and spicy Merlot, the Cabernet’s lover will like this Merlot!

Technical Data:88% Merlot, 12 % Cabernet Sauvignon aged 14 months in oak barrels.

Description:Deep garnet color. Blackberry nose followed by spice and oaky aromas. Full-bodied spicy Merlot, showing Blackberry and plumy flavors laced with cedary spiciness, firm tannins and oak undertones. A roasted coffee bean aftertaste and a long lasting finish complement its description.

Food Pairing & Service:This Merlot is full bodied so personally I will pair it with steak without a doubt. Might be also a good idea to pair with hearty pasta dishes. Drinkable at an early age, but has the potential to be cellared for at least 6 years past the vintage date.

Score:7/10

Suggested Retail Price:$14.99

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Raymond “R” Collection Chardonnay’04, Monterey, USA

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Dry Wines, USA, White Wines
Jan, 25 2006
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Raymond R collection Chardonnay

A flavorful and creamy Chardonnay from Monterey, softly oaked.

Technical Data:100% Monterey Chardonnay aged for 3 months only on French oak.

Description:Straw yellow color. Very aromatic bouquet. Zesty and crisp this wine exhales citrus fruits aromas with very subtle oak undertones. On the palate, this flavourful Chardonnay is loaded with lemon peel, candied apricot and orange blossom flavors. A bit creamy on the finish with oaky nuances and soft nectarine aftertaste. Well balance medium bodied wine quite easy to drink!

Food Pairing & Service:This wine will be equally nice as a sipping wine as well as aired with food. Try it with crab cakes and cocktails shrimp, also a ideal accompaniment with roasted chicken, sausages, summer salads or soups. Serve chilled.

Score:8/10

Suggested Retail Price:$10.99

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Yellow Tail Shiraz – Cabernet Sauvignon Blend, South Eastern Australia

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Australia, Dry Wines, Red Wines
Jan, 25 2006
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Yellow Tail Shiraz Cab Blend

Intense and cedary Shiraz – Cab blend from Australia.

Technical Data:60% Shiraz, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in oak prior bottling

Description:Deep purple color. Intense nose loaded with plumy aromas, spice and oak. On the palate, ripe dark fruits flavors with plum, blueberry and cassis laced with cedary spiciness, smooth tannins and a toasty dark chocolate aftertaste.

Food Pairing & Service:Best paired with Lamb and Beef, or all red kind meat, might be a nice pairing with game too. Drink now up to 2-3 years

Score:6/10 Too spicy for my taste that’s why it has only that score.

Suggested Retail Price:$6.99

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Yellow Tail Merlot, South Eastern Australia

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Australia, Dry Wines, Red Wines
Jan, 25 2006
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Yellow Tail Merlot

A spicy Merlot from Australia.

Technical Data:The grapes for this Merlot were sourced from selected vineyards based on specific quality parameters and machine harvested at optimum ripeness then quickly transported to the winery for processing.

Description:Deep Garnet Color. Ripe and rich berry aromas. On the palate lots of berry and plum laced with black pepper, soft tannins, a touch of tobacco and a toasty chocolate finish. Very smooth finish. Quite a peppery Merlot!

Food Pairing & Service:Food Friendly wine. Try it with lamb, char-grilled salmon/tuna, roast poultry, Italian cuisine, especially pasta with meat sauces or even with soft cheeses. An easy drinking wine designed for immediate consumption.

Score:7/10

Suggested Retail Price:$6.99

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Yellow Tail Reserve Chardonnay’04, South Eastern Australia

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Australia, Dry Wines, White Wines
Jan, 25 2006
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Yellow Tail Reserve Chardonnay

Creamy style Chardonnay from Australia not too oaky.

Technical Data:100% Chardonnay gently aged with French oak for 6 months prior to bottling.

Description:Pale straw yellow color. Fragrant nose for a creamy style Chardonnay, showing pear and apple aromas at first followed closely by tropical fruits and a hint of oak. On the palate, the wine exudes abundant fruity flavors like pear and apple but also melon and guava, a nice touch of vanilla, spice and oak with buttery undertones. Quite smooth and lingering on the finish.

Food Pairing & Service:Its fresh and fruity palate make it the perfect match for spicy Asian foods or Spicy Indian food. Will be a good compliment also with Seafood. Drink now up to 3 years.

Score:8/10

Suggested Retail Price:$9.99

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Yellow Tail Pinot Grigio’05, South Eastern Australia

January 25th, 2006 Posted in Australia, Dry Wines, White Wines
Jan, 25 2006
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Yellow Tail Pinot Grigio

A crisp and grapefruity Pinot Grigio from Australia and the well know Yellow Tail.

Technical Data:100% Pinot Grigio aged in stainless steel only.

Description:Pale golden color. Grapefruity at first on the nose, this wine exhales also green apples aromas with a touch of pear. On the palate, zesty and crisp wine showing grapefruit aromas as well as citrus fruits and pear. A bit of grassiness and lime flavors on the lingering finish.

Food Pairing & Service:Enjoy this Pinot Grigio served chilled as an aperitif or with seafood, white meats and any pasta sauce of your choice. A good sipping wine for party. An easy drinking wine designed for immediate consumption. Serve chilled.

Score:7/10

Suggested Retail Price:$6.99

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