Ramey Syrah Sonoma Coast 2007 wine review by (PB)
Dark garnet tomato hue with thick bouquet of rich berry fruit and cigar box goodness with a touch of menthol or eucalyptus. (On opening there was a distinct presence of meat. but that has dissipated on breathing.)Palate--Rich textured, big fruit palate...
Campo Delle Piane Boca 1985 Wine review by (PB)
Brown hue on the rim yet with fresh bouquet of sweet cherry rising on what seemed like a classic Tuscan licorice, fresh grape, and a hint of pipe tobacco. This is however a Piedmont creation of Nebbiolo.Palate--Lively, with a touch of tartness on a ch...
Sterling Merlot "Three Palms" 2006 wine review by (PB)
Black cherry hue with slight touch of age. Bouquet--Big black cherry fruit with sage or cedar, sweet candy and red fruit from a distance. Palate--Still a young presentation with ample fruit, tight sweet black cherry and maybe notes of tar. This was ...
Four Vines Zinfandel "OVC" 2009 wine review by (PB)
The color of this wine is unexpectedly light for a Zin which would lead one to think there isn't much to this wine. Surprisingly this wine is a really good value Zin. Palate--Spicy, glorious brambly berry aromas with deep Zin flavors that betray its l...
Epicuro Nero D’Avola 2009 wine reviewby (PB)
Bright red hue with sweet oriental 5 spice aromas and cherry fruit. Palate--"Sweet" foundation, fruity with nice structure and good varietal flavors. This a Trader Joe's value wine at $6. It is a big bargain as this is such an easy quaffing fruity r...
Robert Foley "The Griffin" 2009 wine review by (PB)
Complex with awesome bouquet of complexity with gobs of berries and very prominent chocolate cream bon-bons along with a later appearance of dill or cedar on the end of the bouquet.Palate-- Tannic and acidic due to its youthfulness but wonderfully prom...
Hogue Riesling 2010 wine review by (PB)
Light gold with peach, sharp apple, tropical fruit and an awkward, oily petrolium kind of aroma. Palate--lovely acidic foundation with sharp, puckery, green apple flavors. Short lived but fairly refreshing.This is a Columbia Valley wine which would be...
Joel Gott Zinfandel 2008 wine review by (PB)
Nice purple black cherry hue with big Zin berry bouquet yet lacking in the tell tale "brambly" wildness that normally comes with classic Zins. A touch of leather in the nose leads to a nice mouth feel.palate--Big "sweet" balanced nearly jammy blackberr...
Napa Valley Chardonnay 2009 wine review by (PB)
Nice powdery citrus and tropical fruit aromasPalate--Tasty, acidic, balanced, nice fruit with baked caramel note. This is the Trader Joe's offering and a big value. Previously reviewed; raise a glass at $9--A Review from The Wine Cask Blog.
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Dona Paula Malbec 2010 wine review by (PB)
Nice simple berry bouquet with herbs and a touch of celery.palate--Big berry presence with solid foundation; Full bodied with bold flavor. This is a big wine with a sweet herbal presence and is quite nice for the price of $13. Raise a glass of this...
Rosenblum Sauvignon Blanc "Vinter’s Cuvee" 2008 wine review by (PB)
Light golden hue with a sweeter fruit profile with only touches of straw and grass and a touch of aged ripeness in the fruity guava paste.Palate-- Citrus front with vanilla notes on more lemon-lime.This wine was showing its age but at this point is int...
Chateau Machorre Grand Vin De Bordeaux 2005 wine review by (PB)
Big spicy sweet fruit rising from glass with a hue that is definitely showing it's maturity. Get you nose deep in the glass for firm cedar, herbs. Palate--Subdued fruit with robust cedar wood, light charcoal, slightly chunky tannins and a light smoke...
