Sunday, February 28, 2010

Cupcake Cabernet Sauvignon 2007


Cupcake 2007
Cabernet Sauvinon $9.99
Central Coast, CA
3 stars

Smells of over ripe bananas and evergreen.

Slightly tart on the tongue. Tannins are noticeable but not too strong. Ends in a short and slightly dry finish.

The Show Cabernet Sauvignon 2007


The Show 2007
Cabernet Sauvignon $10.99
Napa, CA
3.5 Stars

Smells of cherries. Very spicy with fruity flavor. Hints of caramel with a nice finish.

Monday, January 25, 2010

Frogs Leap Cabernet Sauvignon 2006


Frogs Leap 2006
Cabernet Sauvignon $51
Napa Valley, CA
4 stars

Smells Flowery, also of sweet fruits.

Tastes very good. Acidic at first, but levels off and moves into a very long finish. Tastes of cherries.


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.