Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Silver Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2007


Silver Ridge 2007
Cabernet Sauvignon $11.99
Napa, CA
3.5 Stars

Not a very strong smell. Black fruits, maybe blackberry or boysenberry and some woody scents.
Very fruit forward, rich and delicious. Well balanced, with a short finish. Very easy to enjoy.

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Talus Cabernet Sauvignon 2005


Talus 2005
Cabernet Sauvignon $6.99
Lodi, California
3 stars

Smells woody, minerally. cloves
Hints of raspberry, cherry
Tastes
Not very tannic
balanced
moderate finish
A great wine for the price!


Sunday, December 20, 2009

Mark West Pinot Noir 2008


Mark West 2008
Pinot Noir $12.99
Sonoma, CA
3.0 stars

Dark licorice smell. Flavor comes on late. Tangy to start with slight citrus flavors. Blends into a smooth short finish.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Viven, Viven Tempranillo 2007


Viven, Viven 2007
Tempranillo $11.99
Ribera del Duero, Spain
3 stars

Very nice color. Not a very strong aroma.
Sweet and tangy on the tongue. Blueberry and spice flavors. Short finish.

Saturday, December 12, 2009

Torremoron Tempranillo 2008


Torremoron 2008
Tempranillo $12.99
Ribera Del Duero, Spain
2.5 stars

Smells of cherry and dark spice.

Muted flavors. Citrus. Dry and tart with a short finish

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Mano A Mano Tempranillo 2007


Mano A Mano 2007
Tempranillo ~$11.99
Spain
4 stars

Smells good, mainly of cherries.

Fruit forward and delicious. Has a somewhat tangy sweet flavor. Has hints of vanilla. Somewhat short finish, but overall a great drinking wine.