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Friday, December 02, 2005

Wine Blogs

Piedmont for Paupers A Dolcetto Duo
Ain’t alliteration great? As my quest for the perfect pasta sauce continues (slow roasting tomatoes is proving to be a revelation), drinking habits too have taken a swerve towards Italy. As Italian wine is plentiful and reasonably priced , I have always found it easily approachable, and generally you get what you pay for. Piedmont, however, has remained a mystery.
Source: The Caveman's Wine Blog, published: 12/02/2005, 19:54

Costco Vs. The Wine Wholesalers: In Court
If you thought the cynicism involved in the political fight to allow wineries to ship direct to consumers was blatant, just wait for the battle over who gets to sell wine to retailers and restaurateurs heats up good. That's what...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 12/02/2005, 19:54

An Introduction to Long Island "House Wines"
Every wine-loving household should have three wines — one pink, one white and one red — that are always on hand for casual, everyday drinking or bought by the case for entertaining. Often called house wines these are inexpensive wines...
Source: LENNDEVOURS, published: 12/02/2005, 18:06

Canine Velcro
Reggie; otherwise known as 'the Canine Velcro'...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 12/02/2005, 16:36

Wherefore art thou: wine blog maps
Put a pushpin where you are!
Source: Dr. Vino's wine blog, published: 12/02/2005, 16:35

Boys Night Out
This is my idea of going out with the boys for an evening of food, drinks and male bonding. Start off with a little private wine blind tasting at you favorite French/Vietnamese restaurant. Brown bag the wines and try to multiple guess which wine is which from the list of six. Six varietals, six regions. I know a complete blind (without any hints) is better education but sometimes it's better to at least have an idea what you're tasting. And it should cut down on looking like a complete fool in front of your friends. The line up:
Source: cincinnati wine warehouse -- tasting notes and other stuff, published: 12/02/2005, 16:31

Miscellaneous Sips for the Holiday Season
Thanksgiving has come and gone. Our sights are now set on Hanukkah and Christmas, with New Year’s lurking in the background. It’s holiday season boys and girls...one of the busiest, most enjoyable and sometimes stressful times of the year. We...
Source: LENNDEVOURS, published: 12/02/2005, 16:04

People in Wine: Special - food and wine matching around the world
Interviews with Ron Georgiou MW, Herve Pennequin (Nikolai's Roof, Atlanta), Frank Swainston (Constantia Uitsig, Cape Town), Tony Gear (Old Custom's House, St Petersburg), Rafaelle Alajmo (Calandre, Padova), Philippe Marques (Senderens, Paris), and Claudia Stern (Vintage, Cologne). With an excerptt from the DVD 'The Four Seasons of Yqyem'. Hosted by Fabian Cobb.
Source: People in Wine - finewinepress.com, published: 12/02/2005, 16:00

In vino fertilization
In vino veritas? Move over! A funny (copyrighted) cartoon from the New Yorker: check it out
Source: Dr. Vino's wine blog, published: 12/02/2005, 15:28

An American (importer) in Paris
Jon-David Headrick (on the right) with Vincent Ogereau For an american importer specialized in fine french wines from the Loire region, the chance to live in Paris, close to the source, is a much desired option . That's what Jon-David...
Source: Wine Tasting , Vineyards , in France, published: 12/02/2005, 15:24

Countdown to the Taste: Home Hill
Over the next three weeks Pinot Island will be counting down to the Taste of Tasmania by featuring some of the Tasmanian wine producers that will be there. First up is Home Hill, from Ranelagh in the Huon Valley. The eight wines offer plenty of variety with the Gold Medal winning ...
Source: Pinot Island, published: 12/02/2005, 06:50

Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford (Napa Valley) 2001
This is a very respectable Cabernet, albeit in a commercial style. Although it is sourced from Rutherford AVA grapes, it lacks that distinctive Rutherford dust. Instead, it offers plenty of straightfoward dark berry and currant flavors, with some earthy coffee...
Source: Professor Bainbridge on Wine, published: 12/02/2005, 04:31

Tasmanian Wine Poll Conclusion
Thank you to all those who took part in our wine poll. Pinot Noir finished out on top with 37.1% followed closely by Riesling at 31.4% and then Pinot Gris at 11.4%. Trailing the field were sparkling wines and Merlot both at 8.6% while Cabernet Sauvignon scored a low 2.9%. ...
Source: Pinot Island, published: 12/02/2005, 03:56

Listener Map Give Away - Vinfolio
Join our newest promotion by telling us where you are on the GrapeRadio listener map. Check out the location of fellow wine enthusiasts, past guests and sponsors. This promotion is generously sponsored by Vinfolio. They are offering a free one year membership each week between now and the end of [...]
Source: Grape Radio, published: 12/02/2005, 03:12

One Year Anniversary (sort of)
After 6 weeks of thinking about podcasting, one year ago today I registered Winecast.net. While this is not really the first year anniversary like it is for Tom’s blog, it set in motion the activities that produced this podcast 18 days later. I’ll have more on the subject on December 19th when I celebrate [...]
Source: Winecast, published: 12/02/2005, 02:21

Napa Valley Winery Starts Podcasting
In what I hope is a trend, Goosecross Cellars has started podcasting. I’ve added them to the many podcast links in the right menu and have subscribed to check their show out. After a year of wine podcasting, it’s great to see the industry start to get on board with this medium. What surprises me [...]
Source: Winecast, published: 12/02/2005, 02:00

Desperate Wine Growers
Talk about desperate... Nearly all of the 6700 members of a Bordeaux wine producers union, it is reported, have voted to impose a self boycott that would keep most of their wines from being labeled Bordeaux and Bordeaux Superior. They...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 12/02/2005, 01:59

Jelly Belly Wine
The secret is out why Ronald Regan kept a cannister of Jelly Belly jelly beans on his presidential desk. He was creating wine flavors from jelly beans since he couldn't drink on the job and had to say "No" to drugs. Hey, I'm kidding. Or am I? I wish I could take the credit for this discovery from WineX Magazine. Brilliant. Absolutely brilliant! If you want a taste of the grape at work without having alcohol on your breath, here is the perfect solution. Check out the Jelly Bean Wine Bar for some tasty "wine" recipes.Source: ~ Through The Grape Vine ~, published: 12/02/2005, 00:55

Washngton State Changing its Wine Shipping Laws
The state of Washington, the largest producer of wine in the States after California and a traditional advocate of direct shipping of wine to consumers, is changing it's laws on wine shipping. The draft legislation formulated by the Washington Liquor...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 12/01/2005, 23:56

Fermentation's Greatest Hits
Five Hundred and Forty some odd posts over the past 12 months. Not bad. Yet which were the best? That's your call. However, in honor of the first anniversary of Fermentation, I thought I'd give you my list of... FERMENTATION's...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 12/01/2005, 21:14

2002 Runquist Pinot Noir Carneros
In my opinion, ham and Pinot Noir go together like bread and butter, mint and tea (minty), and stoup and wafflers (it's a Dutch thing). When browsing my wine store of choice, Jackson's liquor in Lafayette, I always like to get recommendations from the employees, after all, that's what they're there for. So, I was recommended this bottle crafted by Jeff Runquist. The Carneros region in Napa Valley plays host to many other fine Pinot's including Artesa, Cuvaison, and Robert Sinskey, all of which are expressive of the terrior.
Source: Wine Expression, published: 12/01/2005, 20:26

On Blog Ethics & Independence
Dr. V’s comment to me in the recent post explaining how I review wine sparked a few thoughts. The root of the matter seems to be this: If a wine blogger accepts advertising or press samples, this my lead to the...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 12/01/2005, 20:24

People in Wine: Lesson Number One
Frank Swainston (below), in his kitchen at  Constantia Uitsig, Cape Town , South Africa. Our latest podcast People in Wine Special: food and wine matching, is available for download on whichever podcatcher you favour. You can also listen online at our main website - www.finewinepress.com. It is a special year-end edition and hence longer [...]
Source: blog au vin, published: 12/01/2005, 19:47

A One Year Anniversary For Fermentation
Today marks the one year anniversary of Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog. I've been trying to figure out what this means; apply any significance to it. On the surface I know it means this: 541 posts and 589 comments....
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 12/01/2005, 19:27

The Evolution of Napa with Mike Grgich - Part 2
Today we conclude our conversation with Mike Grgich a living legend in the Napa Valley. Part two covers some of the cutting edge biodynamic farming practices Mike is employing in his vineyard. Find out more about Grgich Cellars at: www.grgich.com
Source: Grape Radio, published: 12/01/2005, 18:01

Category: Wine Blogs

Wine News

Catherine Rabb | On Wine: Learn as you sip: Books for wine novice, expert
I just can't resist collecting books about food and wine. Many of my wine books are old friends, read and re-read so much that I am on my second or even third copy.

Wine drinkers open to serving-size bottles
The next big thing for the wine industry could be small, screw-capped and shatterproof. Single-serve plastic bottles are starting to show up on supermarket shelves in a bid to win over new customers by moving wine beyond posh white-tablecloth dinners to the informal ease of a picnic.

Talking wine: Holiday wine party guide
For wine lovers, the successful holiday wine party is both an antidote to the tension of the season and a reward of wine and friends at the end of another year. The thing I like best about the wine tasting party -- as distinct from the birthday, anniversary or solstice party -- is that it runs itself, if you do it right.

Wine company highlights sell-off benefits
He says it will also improve competition in the premium and bulk wine markets. Mr Cassegrain says Gilbert's will supply some wine making services but the Port Macquarie facility will also be upgraded.

Theres grape expectations
A publicy listed wine producer from central NSW is set to acquire a majority in Casse grain Wines. The move will guarantee the accelerated growth and development of Cassegrain Wines in a tough domestic market and a world market suffering from oversupply of wine.

AUS: Simon Gilbert agrees wine acquisition
Simon Gilbert Wines has reached agreement to acquire the Cassegrain Wines premium wine business. The Australian wine company announced the deal today (28 November), which secures a 70% stake in the business.

Ind. wine to ship again
Indiana wineries have won a temporary court victory that will allow them to continue shipping wine to homes in the state. Marion Superior Court Judge Thomas Carroll signed a preliminary injunction last week that allows in-state wine shipments through March 1.

Bill Would Allow Wines Shipped From Other States
Washington wine industry leaders are supporting a bill, proposed by the state Liquor Control Board, which would allow more wineries in other states to ship wine directly to consumers in Washington. Current law only allows a winery in another state to ship wine to consumers in Washington if the winery's own state reciprocates.

Judge OKs In-State Wine Shipments for Now
His ruling, which was handed down last Wednesday, says a state panel didnt follow the proper steps when it banned in-state wine shipments last May. The Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission sent a letter May 20 to Indianas 31 wineries warning them that in-state shipment of wine is a misdemeanor. Winery owners sued the state, alleging their businesses were improperly being kept from shipping wine directly to customers.

Wine shop hopes to have tasting room
Cellar 227, located at 227 S. San Mateo Drive, wants to expand its wine, spirits and premium beer sales into Napa Valley-style tasting, manager Andy Frieden said.

Wine
Set bottles of wine and plates of cheese at several stations in your home, then let the party spread from room to room as your guests compare notes. Jack and Brigitte Cornett like to entertain by placing bottles of wine and plates of cheese on tables throughout their house in St. Clair Township.

Wine cheese combine to please
Set bottles of wine and plates of cheese at several stations in your home, then let the party spread from room to room as your guests compare notes. Jack and Brigitte Cornett like to entertain by placing bottles of wine and plates of cheese on tables throughout their house in St. Clair Township.

TVNZ
Admittedly it's the kind of chat you learn off wine bottles whenwords like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc will just roll off the tongue. Which is why one New Zealand wine connoisseur has decided it's time to create our own branding - in Maori.

Sips: Wine
If you'd appreciate a robust red wine to ward off the chill, I recommend Stag's Leap Napa Valley 2002 petite syrah ($32.99).

Ynetnews
Israel’s alcoholic beverages and wine industry processed NIS 1.2 billion (USD 255 million) in 2005, marking a 20 percent rise from last year’s numbers, a recent market research conducted by CIA showed. According to the study, the wine market alone is estimated at a cool NIS 800 million (about USD 170 million), a 3 percent increase from the same quarter in 2004.

Iowa wine makers try to interpret ruling
The wine industry, which has seen a surge of growth in Iowa, is urging a cautious response to a U.S. Supreme Court decision that struck down laws banning interstate wine shipments directly to consumers. The high court's ruling last May involved cases in Michigan and New York, but it calls into question Iowa's wine laws, said Lynn Walding, administrator of the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division.


Category: Wine News

Thursday, December 01, 2005

Wine Blogs

Wine aromas: Ginestet perfumes
If you're a wine lover, chances are you've thought about diving in a wine like. OK maybe just splashing some wine aromas on you. Well apparently so has Christian Delpeuch, general director at negociant house Ginestet and head of the Bordeaux Wine Council (CIVB) since Delpeuch has just launched a new line of wine perfumes.
Source: Dr. Vino's wine blog, published: 12/01/2005, 16:09

Las Rocas de San Alejandro Calatayud Vinas Viejas Garnacha 2003
Las Rocas Vinyas Viejas is a special bottling of 60 to 100 year old Garnacha from high altitude vineyards planted on pure slate pisara soils. The wine is fermented in tank and concrete vats as in Chateauneuf-du-Pape. 60% of the...
Source: winewaves, published: 12/01/2005, 06:24

Wine Review: Rosenblum Annette's Reserve Rhodes Vineyard Zinfandel 2001 (NW)
Bright ruby color Very big, fragrant nose of sweet, ripe fruit Plum, cherry, and dark berries on the palate Chocolate and a little zing on the long, smooth finish
Source: The Wine Cask Blog, published: 12/01/2005, 04:15

Wine Review: Beaulieu Tapestry 1994 (NW)
Reddish, brown color Smokey on the nose like a single-malt Scotch Some licorice and earthy qualities on the palate Elegant, lengthy finish
Source: The Wine Cask Blog, published: 12/01/2005, 04:01

Wine Review: Chateau de Chamboureau Savennieres 2001 (NW)
Amazing golden-orange color Fruit, honey, and creme-brulee on the nose Smooth and rich on the palate, yet some acidity and backbone Long finish
Source: The Wine Cask Blog, published: 12/01/2005, 03:41

Brancott '03 > Brancott '04
I really enjoyed Brancott’s 2003 Pinot Noir from New Zealand (the '02 Reserve was very, very good). It was one of the few ‘entry level Pinots that I’ve found palatable. It offered fresh, appealing flavors of cherry, along with just...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 12/01/2005, 03:30

Empire state, supersized
An AP story out today and a triumphant one in the NYPost report on an economic analysis that claims the wine industry adds $6 billion to the New York state economy. Really?
Source: Dr. Vino's wine blog, published: 12/01/2005, 02:00

College Cellars
Last weekend I had the opportunity to taste a couple of wines from College Cellars at the "The Walla Walla Institute for Enology and Viticulture. Stan's students are doing wonderful things at the College Cellar. I tasted one of my favorites (and rare) - Lemberger. It was fruit forward with a mouthful of strawberries. A long jammy, yet peppery finish which makes for a very food friendly wine. Also a light wine for those winter afternoons in front of the fireplace. A great price at $12.00.
Source: ~ Through The Grape Vine ~, published: 11/30/2005, 23:52

Downunder Bound We are off to Australia on QANTAS ...
We are off to Australia... we will take a trip out to the Mornington Peninsula to taste a few wines, mainly Pinot Noir. Visits are planned at Stonier Wines, Paringa Estate , Moorooduc Estate, Port Phillip Estate (and Kooyong) and then Dromana Estate. But Shiraz won’t be forgotten as we will be traveling to Adelaide late next week and have set up visits with Dutschke Wines and Winter Creek . We will probably drop in on a few other wineries as well, unannounced!
Source: Shiraz, published: 11/30/2005, 23:35

Castelmaure: Opinions #5 & #6
Reader Steve-o found himself sucked into the dueling opinions on this fairly humble wine from the Languedoc region of southern France. I really liked it. Huge, not so much. Jack Joanne seemed to like it. As does Steve-o.. Well, it...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/30/2005, 23:03

Halliday launches a bomb
Robert Parker, criticus maximus, may be known for admiring wines that he calls "hedonistic fruit bombs." But it is Australian wine writer James Halliday who has launched a verbal bomb at Parker that started a squabble among the world's top wine critics.
Source: Dr. Vino's wine blog, published: 11/30/2005, 21:59

Excellent Writing
Excellent writing from Mark Storer, a part time wine blogger, writer and radio host on Food Wine. Mark's blog is very esoteric, touching on personal issues, educational issues and, of course, wine. The highlighted post is not about wine, but...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/30/2005, 21:22

Celebrity Wine News
I'm an absolute sucker for these kinds of stories. Not because I tend to be a star struck type, but because it really helps to have a celebrity stand up and say Wine is Good...even if it's for purely business...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/30/2005, 21:02

Wine Spectator 2005 Top 100 Another Top 100 wines ...
Another Top 100 wines of 2005 has hit my mailbox, this time it is from Wine Spectator. Their top wine is the 2002 Joseph Phelps Insignia from Napa. The 2002 Insignia is the wine that also came first in a recent tasting of Cabernet Sauvignon and blends held here in San Diego. Admittedly a much smaller tasting than the Wine Spectator has done over the last year, but it did show the quality of this wine.
Source: Shiraz, published: 11/30/2005, 20:52

Firestone Santa Ynez Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2004
Firestone Sauvignon Blanc is sourced from the Firestone estate and neighboring vineyards in Santa Barbara County’s Santa Ynez Valley. The composition is 90% Sauvignon Blanc and 10% Chenin Blanc. The grapes were cold fermented and the wine was aged 7...
Source: winewaves, published: 11/30/2005, 19:32

Reminder: Wine Blogging Wednesday #16 is Next Week
Hey, make sure you go out this weekend and pick up a bottle of wine with a pretty lable for Wine Blogging Wednesday 16, hosted by Derrick of An Obsession With Food. And, because innovation is always a good thing,...
Source: LENNDEVOURS, published: 11/30/2005, 18:44

Category: Wine Blogs

Wednesday, November 30, 2005

Wine News

Dunne on wine: California looking to uncork China as a major ...
Mary O'Nell pours wine for Todd Zapolski at a "Made in California" event earlier this month in Beijing. Though grape growing and winemaking in China dates to the Han Dynasty more than 2,000 years ago, the country hasn't been a significant wine-drinking culture.

Wine Wanderings from France to the US
Today I bring you a collection of wine terms, tips, trivia and events I call "Wine Wanderings." Without further ado, let the wandering begin! Wine-growing in France's Champagne region dates to the end of the third century A.D. Until the 17th century, only still (non bubbly) white, red and rose wines were produced, different than the champagne we know today.

California bubbly takes a bow

Plea to keep wine labelling
Wine exporters are asking the Government not to do an about-turn on country-of-origin labelling for their product. The only food that requires an origin on its label in New Zealand is wine, but that is under review.

Wine industry experiencing tough times
Troubled West Australian wine maker Evans Tate Ltd says difficult trading conditions in the industry will continue as the company undergoes a restructure. "There is no doubt that the wine industry is going through tough times and we have to ride it out," he said.

Wine Spectator Ranks Joseph Phelps Insignia No. 1 Wine of the Year
Joseph Phelps Vineyards' 2002 Insignia has been ranked the #1 Wine of the Year in the Wine Spectator's year- end review of the top 100 wines tasted in 2005. Marvin R. Shanken, Wine Spectator's editor and publisher, explains that 12,400 wines from around the world are blind tasted and narrowed down to a thousand, then a hundred, then the top 10.

European Commission To Implement A New Project To Boost Wine ...
The research aims to help the Georgian wine producers to export their goods in Europe, Prime-News was reported by the officials of the European Commission in ...

Spice up the cold snap, advises mulled wine specialist
Eliot’s, the mulled wine dispenser specialists, has called on licensees to grab the opportunity for mulled wine over the festive season.

Celebrate the season with free tastings at The Wine Place
The Wine Place in Yachats is celebrating the holidays with special wine tastings throughout December. Relaxed, friendly and specializing in Oregon labels, The Wine Place offers "wines for real life.

Wine Co-op Dedicates Two Major Solar Arrays
The Wine Service Co-Operative, a major wine storage and distribution center for wines, dedicated a 428 kW solar electric system for its Napa Valley facilities. "As a solar energy supporter who's recently installed a solar array at my winery, it was the logical next step to recommend to my Wine Co-op colleagues that they purchase a solar electric system.

Chanel or Botrytis? Delpeuch creates perfume from wine
Delpeuch, general director of the Bordeaux negociant Ginestet as well as president of the Bordeaux trade body the CIVB, has enjoyed worldwide sales of his line of three perfumes derived from wine molecules. For wine barrel aroma lovers, there's 'Le Bois', which arrives 'concealed' in a wooden case.

Guangdong International Wine Festival Is Upcoming
The upcoming Guangdong International Wine Festival will add the final touch to the 2005 Guangdong International Tourism and Culture Festival being held in Guangzhou.

Caring for Wine
It is here that the wine you sip at Per Se (a client) or at home may well have been resting the previous night. WineCare has a capacity of 20,000 cases and a constant, wine-friendly temperature of 55 degrees.

Will little plastic bottles dilute wine's mystique?
Will little plastic bottles dilute wine's mystique? Like many vintners, Beringer Blass now puts wine in single-serving, unbreakable bottles.

11/30/05 Wine Q
We have a wine cellar we built in our backyard into a hillside so three-quarters of it is buried. What is too cold to where it can be detrimental to the quality of the wine?

Wine from the other side of the mountain
You might not expect to find much wine being made east of the Cascades, but its happening. Granted, they use grapes grown on the west side of the Cascades, but they make the wine at their ranch/winery.

Wine list honour
THE wine on offer at a Brampton restaurant has been recognised as amongst the best in the country. The Grange Hotel's wine list has been ranked in the top 30 in Brtiain.

Money Flows in State Wine Business
The global wine and grape industry sent $6 billion flowing through the state's economy last year, according to a California research firm. New York is the nation's second largest wine producer after California.

A new generation of wine enthusiasts
Except for a few times timidly sipping chardonnay during family get-togethers as a teenager, Powers never had wine with meals -- especially when many of her peers were imbibing beer after a perilous week of labs, lectures, and exams.

ASK A COOK | KATHLEEN PURVIS: Cheaper wine still good for cooks
For instance, I was making a beef short ribs recipe, and the recipe said to use a bottle of a dry red wine. And you should never use those bottles labeled "cooking wine"; most have salt added as a preservative.

Paul Franson
The old brick Rutherford Post Office building has received approval to become a wine shop and tasting bar. She's serving from 4 to 9 p.m., so you can just have appetizers, a whole dinner, or desserts -- all with wine, of course.

AUS: Evans Tate turnaround bid continues
Evans Tate has completed the sale of its bulk wine inventory but said it would work with consultants 333 Performance Management for a further three months in a bid to turn around the business. The troubled Australian wine producer said that it sold 102,000 hectolitres of bulk wine at an average price of A$0.35 (US$2.59) per litre, a price it deemed “reflective of current market conditions�.

Vintners urge caution on shipment laws
At a forum at the Iowa Capitol, people debate the U.S. high court's decision on interstate wine sales. Iowa's growing wine industry is urging a cautious response to a U.S. Supreme Court decision that struck down laws banning interstate wine shipments directly to consumers.

Dr. Andrew Weil: Living longer, better
Add things to the diet, like green tea and dark chocolate and red wine, in moderation, if you want their antioxidant effects.

Simon Gilbert Wines Announce Acquisition of Cassegrain Wines
Simon Gilbert Wines Limited (ASX: SGV) is pleased to announce that it has, in conjunction with Mr. John Cassegrain, a shareholder and Chief Executive of Cassegrain Wines, reached agreement with the owners to acquire the Cassegrain Wines premium wine business.

Get involved: U.S.
Mallorca is everyone's favorite Spanish/Portuguese restaurant and D'Vine is a great tapas/wine bar.


Category: Wine News

Wine Blogs

If you want to know I think- in year-end countdown style.
Making a list, checking it twice... I couldn’t possibly be asked to compile a complete list of the top wines of 2005 without bias. I represent many brands, and that tends to dominate my tastes, as well as with what I have the most familiarity. I have instead compiled 3 separate lists, each representing the 3 most common intentions of anyone buying wine. Unfortunately, for every wine included, there were 3 excluded that could have made the list. So with all due respect to High Fidelity:
Source: Untangled Vine, published: 11/30/2005, 17:49

I'm at a loss...Satire or Truth in Wine Snobbery?
I came across this post on a blog working on behalf of an Internet retailer selling interesting rare wines. I honestly don't know what to think of it: I agree that trading up to higher quality wines yields decreasing returns...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/30/2005, 14:17

Dreaming of Detachment
I have a pretty good idea of how wines are marketed and how they are presented for sale. Having worked in wine communications for about 15 years I've had the chance to work with wineries of varying size, varying quality...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/30/2005, 05:42

Wine Blogging on Display in the Wine Media
The word on WineBlogs is slowly filtering through the wine industry. A number of wineries now maintain blogs. A recent guide on wine pr made particular note of blogs. The upcoming second wine writer symposium in Napa Valley will include...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/30/2005, 04:15

2004 Moris, Morellino di Scansano
2004 Moris, Morellino di Scansano, Vendemmia ($15) -- Italy; imported by Vanguard Wines. Earthy aromas, full fruit flavors, good tannic structure and medium finish. Another good food wine. 90% Sangiovese. I found this wine on a foray into another wine store. A very good choice! From the website:
Source: cincinnati wine garage -- tasting notes and other stuff, published: 11/30/2005, 03:50

Winecast 46 - Sangiovese
A return after almost a month off with a podcast focusing on the great varietal of Tuscany: Sangiovese. I also talk about the Podcasting Expo and recommend a wine podcast to check out. Show Notes: 00:22 - Welcome and show theme 00:46 - Background of Sangiovese grape 04:26 - Tasting Notes 05:01 - Castello di Fonterutoli, Poggio alla [...]
Source: Winecast, published: 11/30/2005, 03:45

California Chianti
2003 Tutti I Giorni, Nutz! ($10) -- Red Wine California from the Shennadohah Valley of Amador County near the Sierra Foothills. Pale color, big earthy/smoke nose, full fruit flavors with good acidity for food pairings. A great $10 pizza/mid-week wine!
Source: cincinnati wine garage -- tasting notes and other stuff, published: 11/30/2005, 03:16

Tormaresca Negroamaro 2000
First, here's the full name: Tormaresca Salento Masseria Maime Negroamaro 2000. Like the name, this wine is a real mouthful. I've been wanting to try it for sometime. Tre Bicchieri, or "Three Glasses", is a popular group that rates Italian wines annually. Tormaresca Negroamaro is a frequent recepient of the Tre Bicchieri rating (the highest).
Source: The Texas Tastemaster, published: 11/30/2005, 02:34

Lengs & Cooter, "The Victor", Shiraz 2003
Lengs & Cooter, "The Victor", Shiraz, South Australia 2003 ($15) - Dark garnet, almost black, in color with pronounced plum, blackberry and vanilla aromas; jammy blackberry fruit with black pepper flavors and moderate tannins. The 14.5% alcohol is balanced by the intense fruit at this point and it will be interesting to watch this one [...]
Source: Winecast, published: 11/30/2005, 02:29

Long Island Wine: It Doesn't Get Any Fresher Than Macari
November 17th has become a bit of a wine holiday in America. Every year, the third Thursday in November means that Beaujolais Nouveau hits wine shop shelves and, to many, this marks the beginning of the holiday season. In...
Source: LENNDEVOURS, published: 11/30/2005, 01:38

Wine Review: Heitz Napa Valley Grignolino 2001 (NW)
Beaujolais in color Nice sweet fruit and floral nose Strawberries on the palate battle a a layer of tartness Clean finish
If you want something totally unique, reach for a bottle of this Grignolino. It is both unusual and interesting, providing a new experience for me.Source: The Wine Cask Blog, published: 11/29/2005, 23:19

Wine Absurdity of the Day: #1 and #2
I was on the phone earlier today with a wine writer. They needed a sample of a client's wine for an article they were working on (I obliged, of course, understand the basic truth if they can't taste it, they...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/29/2005, 23:09

Toledo, bad place to be into wine? …not so much!
I moved back to my hometown of Toledo about a year ago. Before that, I spent a lifetime (seemingly) in California in the wine biz. I bought and sold for many years, and when time came to return home to roost, a sudden terror came over me. Is there a place for me, and/ or wine in Toledo, Ohio, or do I need to finally finish school, or learn a trade? The answer then was, um, wait and see. But after a year, I can honestly say, Toledo is not a wine purgatory as is purported.
Source: Untangled Vine, published: 11/29/2005, 22:17

Category: Wine Blogs

Tuesday, November 29, 2005

Wine Blogs

Concannon Petite Syrah 2001 wine review by (PB)
This is been a big wine, previously reviewed. I opened another bottle last night to go with a venison tenderloin, pan fried, rare with a baby bella mushroom balsamic glaze. This wine is deep garnet as you might expect. The air fills with yeasty aromas immediately with huge black berry and ripe plum fragrances.
Source: The Wine Cask Blog, published: 11/29/2005, 20:15

Red Wine Combats Lung Cancer
Do you smoke? Do you drink wine? Do you smoke and drink wine? Me neither. But if you know someone who does, (heaven forbid), you can help them fortify their shriveled blackened lungs by informing them of the findings published today in the U.K. medical publication Thorax. The journal notes that red wine drinkers reduce their chance of lung cancer by 13% over non drinkers.
Source: Wine Expression, published: 11/29/2005, 19:45

S is for Savagnin
T was for Traminer, which, some say, is the progenitor to the better known, though less-easily pronounceable grape, Gewürztraminer. Well, Pierre Galet, he of grape taxonomy fame, maintains that the Savagnin grape of the Jura (eastern France) is identical to...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/29/2005, 19:26

Robert Parker Vs. Australia?
The international row between Robert Parker, Australia's James Halliday and others from the land down under is interesting insofar as it touches on the issue of wine styles, heady wines vs more delicate wines, and the ability of an individual...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/29/2005, 18:49

More good health news about red wine
Red wine isn't just good for the heart, it's good for the joints, too!
Research presented at a recent American College of Rheumatology meeting in San Diego shows that:
"...resveratrol, a powerful antioxidant found in certain types of grape, appears to halt the damage done to cartilage - the gristle-like substance that covers the ends of bones in a joint - and speed up recovery."
Source: The Willetts on Wine, published: 11/29/2005, 18:02

Melville Santa Rita Hills Estate Syrah
Melville Estate Syrah is a relatively new wine, from a young vineyard in the Santa Rita Hills. 2001 was the first vintage with over 1000 cases produced, and 2480 cases were produced in 2002. Greg Brewer is Winemaker at Melville,...
Source: winewaves, published: 11/29/2005, 16:56

Master of One's Domaine
That devilish Dooner, Sir Randall, dishes like Danté. Visit the Offensive to find out which circle of the vinferno you currently occupy....
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/29/2005, 16:34

Crush Wine Co
You've probably read about it. Or seen it. If not been there. Crush Wine Co, New York's hottest new address for wine.
The most stunning feature is no doubt the display, an undulating 73-foot wall of backlit wines, all lying on their side. The Rieslings catch your eye as you walk in the door and it's hard not to shuffle down the wall, head cocked to the left, taking in all the great wines, organized by varietal, as they often are on restaurant menus.
Source: Dr. Vino's wine blog, published: 11/29/2005, 15:44

This Is How We Roll
Alder's post about his wine review methods got me thinking that I should provide my readers with more information into the Basic Juice Wine Reviewing Process. First let me state that I try to review wine 'as normally as possible.'...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/29/2005, 14:18

En route for the capital
Strange how human beings change. Although I lived 20 years in Paris with happiness, to return there doesn’t bring me any real pleasure. Oh, I know that once my feet touch the ground of the airport, I am going to find my old habits, my step will pick up, and finally, after a few hours, [...]
Source: blog au vin, published: 11/29/2005, 07:58

Drawing off
One day or another, one must decide to draw off the ‘vin de goutte’. This ‘ecoulage’ completes the cycle of transformation of the juice of the grape into wine. It is to put the full stop at the end of a phrase. It is to pass in some way from one world to another, then [...]
Source: blog au vin, published: 11/29/2005, 07:55

Halliday versus Parker and Kramer The 2005 Annual ...
The 2005 Annual Wine Press Club of NSW Lecture was presented this year by wine commentator and author James Halliday. Mr Halliday discussed how wines commended and awarded in the Australian wine show system are in many cases quite different to those lauded by overseas critics.
Source: Shiraz, published: 11/29/2005, 06:54

James Halliday’s 2005 Top 100 Noted Australian win...
Noted Australian wine critic James Halliday has released his list of the Top 100 Wines from Australia. The list, which is 101 strong, was chosen from a field of over 10,000 wines, although only 1233 had a chance of making it into the Top 100. What is interesting with the 2005 list is that preference was given to medium-bodied wines with alcohol level below 15%. Reading through the list it becomes quite obvious that this is not a list that you will see on wine store shelves in the USA. Source: Shiraz, published: 11/29/2005, 06:00

Cambria Santa Maria Valley Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay 2003
Cambria Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay is named for the Proprietor's eldest daughter. Vinification included whole cluster pressing, barrel fermenting and 8 months aging (7/8 French oak, 1/4 new), Sur Lie (on the lees), and malolactic fermentation. The vineyard location, in northern...
Source: winewaves, published: 11/29/2005, 05:54

Fat Bastard Vin de Pays D'oc Chardonnay 2004
Fat Bastard Chardonnay gets laughs, and is often purchased as a bit of a joke. In truth, it is a collaboration between winemaker Thierry Boudinaud and Londoner Guy Anderson, who are serious about quality and value. Fat Bastard was a...
Source: winewaves, published: 11/29/2005, 05:46

Forchini Vineyards & Winery, “Papa Nonno� 2003
Forchini Vineyards & Winery, “Papa Nonno�, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County 2003 ($17/provided as a sample) - A blend inspired by Super Tuscans, but made from 58% Zinfandel, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Carignane, and 4% mixed white varietals fermented together in the classic “field blend� method. Medium ruby in color with black cherry and [...]
Source: Winecast, published: 11/29/2005, 02:08

Murphy Strikes
It had to happen at some point, but I just finished recording Winecast 46 and found that my laptop ran out of disk space somewhere in the middle of the show. I will be backing up data and making space, but will most like not re-record until tomorrow night. I have a backlog of [...]
Source: Winecast, published: 11/29/2005, 01:53

Christmas ideas for the enophile in your life (PB)
I have been studying wine for over 25 years so it’s fairly safe to say I have all the gizmos, gadgets and gee-gaws any aspiring enophile could want. So remember, my council is based on the assumption that I am “every man� and that my particular gift likes and dislikes might be fairly representative. If you grant that assumption, I think you will find this helpful and may even spare you some embarrassment on the gift giving end.
Source: The Wine Cask Blog, published: 11/29/2005, 01:11

'Tis the Season
Let the giving commence! Maggie has a special gift for Big Parks (see comments) And The Caveman shows his generous side by giving to both moi and Huge. Lenn gives to the aunto who inspired his love of wine. Feel...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/29/2005, 00:33

Top 10 Wine News: 2005
Assuming news of wine's cancer curing properties is not announced between now and the end of December, following are my Top Ten Wine News Stories of 2005 THE TOP TEN WINE NEWS STORIES OF 2005 10. The Rise of RoseHow...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/28/2005, 23:39

The "Idea of Quality" and "Terroir"
Anyone, in or out of the wine industry, looking for a brilliant and spot on analysis of the direction the global wine industry is taking should read Legendary Australian winemaker Brian Croser's comments over at Fine Wine Press. His The...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/28/2005, 22:30

The Continuing Search For Wine News
How do you get your wine news? Google? Blogs? Wine Business Monthly? The wine print publications? For those really interested in wine from a wine lovers perspective or those in the wine industry this question is important. It's more important...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/28/2005, 22:13

Wrest Point Royal Hobart International Wine Show 2005
The Royal Hobart Wine Show is one of the biggest events of the year for Tasmanian wine producers. It's a chance to be judged against your peers in the interstate and international arena and receive valuable feedback on the quality of your wine. Unfortunately I didn't get the chance to attend ...
Source: Pinot Island, published: 11/28/2005, 21:59

The Gift of Wine The king of meme over at basic j...
The king of meme over at basic juice has launched yet another challenge to blogdom...pick a wine from your cellar and give it to someone. If you are as lucky as myself, the potential recipients far outnumber the bottles gathering dust in the basement.
Source: The Caveman's Wine Blog, published: 11/28/2005, 19:25

People in Wine
In the current programme (no. 4) we interview two sparkling wine producers (sic!) about their techniques and their objectives - Rob McNeill from Mumm Napa (USA) and Natalia Fryar from Jansz in Tasmania. Richard Juhlin gives us his thoughts on some perfect food matching for Champagne and sparkling wines. You can hear this podcast on [...]
Source: blog au vin, published: 11/28/2005, 19:21

The Gift of Wine
'm a little behind in my participation with Beau's latest meme: The Gift of Wine. Why? First I was insanely busy with my day job. Then was on deadline for a couple freelance pieces. To make matters even worse, we...
Source: LENNDEVOURS, published: 11/28/2005, 19:20

Countries that export have little negotiating leverage
On rereading my last post, I was struck at the disparity of wine trade around the world. Australia exports $3 billion in wine to the EU. The EU exported $2.3 billion to the US in 2004. The US shipped only $736 million to the EU (its largest non-North American export market).
Source: NoBullGrape, published: 11/28/2005, 19:15

Festivus: For the Rest of Us
I think Frank Costanza was on to something. Remember Festivus? If you have no idea what I’m talking about then I suggest you watch the Seinfeld episode entitled, “The Strike.� I propose we celebrate this fine holiday on December 23rd....
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/28/2005, 18:34

Goosecross Releases A Podcast
In a sign of change, Gossecross Cellars in Napa Valley has decided to enter the podcasting game. Using the name "Napa Valley Wine Radio", the winery aims to give an insider's look into the Napa Valley wine industry from a locals prospective. As with Wine Bloggers who continue to spring up, Podcasters dedicated to wine look like they're here to stay and will have increasing competition.
Source: Wine Expression, published: 11/28/2005, 17:38

The Evolution of Napa with Mike Grgich - Part 1
Miljenko “Mike� Grgich first gained international recognition at the celebrated “Paris Tasting� of 1976. They had chosen Mike’s 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay as the finest white wine in the world. Today, Mike oversees daily operations at his winery Grgich Hills. His aim, year after year, is to improve the quality of their [...]
Source: Grape Radio, published: 11/28/2005, 17:14

US vs Australia: Opposing industry views on gaining access to EU market
As we have discussed before, the EU has signed (or is signing) wine agreements with both Australia and the US. Yet the differences in the agreements tell a lot about the different industry perspectives in these two New World countries. When Australia signs an agreement that ends the use of terms such as Champagne on the label they say (quoted from ABC Rural):Steven Strachan, from the Winemakers Federation of Australia, says the agreement should lead to more Australian exports to Europe. Source: NoBullGrape, published: 11/28/2005, 17:04

"Screw You and Your New World Wine Style"
One generally gets the impression that the trend/controversy of high alcohol wines is mainly found among New World wines (Aussie, California, etc). This year, the controversy went rather public in Bordeaux where tradition, new winemaking trends and stylistic refinements are...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/28/2005, 16:33

Fermentations
If the harvests indisputably mark the end of a cycle, the fermentations mark, for me, another. Without doubt, because I am not born a wine-maker but I chose to become one, this phase of transformation always remains for me an intense moment of marvel and joy. To sense this life, these millions of yeasts in [...]
Source: blog au vin, published: 11/28/2005, 15:47

Faites vos jeux. Les jeux sont faits. Rien ne va plus !
Faites vos jeux. Les jeux sont faits. Rien ne va plus ! "If you want ot make good wine, be the last to harvest". This adage which doesn’t date from yesterday (Virgile, that’s 50 years before Christ and I swore to read ‘Bucoliques’ this year), always seems to be current. It opens the first letter [...]
Source: blog au vin, published: 11/28/2005, 15:45

Category: Wine Blogs

Winery Blogs

Our Neighborhood
We’ve really appreciated the feedback we’ve gotten on Winery names so far and I wanted to encourage any other helpful and creative souls to post a comment if they would like to join the fun. Probably the most exciting (and intimidating) aspect of starting a winery in the Russian River Valley is our proximity to so [...]
Source: pinotblogger, published: 11/29/2005, 06:26

Building Blocks of Great Pinot: Clones
More than you ever wanted to know about Pinot clones...
Source: pinotblogger, published: 11/24/2005, 04:38

Update on Winery Name
A bit of a setback on the winery name...
Source: pinotblogger, published: 11/22/2005, 07:53

Tasting: 2002 Robert Foley Claret
Dark color, expressive nose. Young wildness and slightly hot nose blow off quickly leaving aromas of wild berries and oak. On the palate these flavors continue. A massive wine, lush, it gives an overall impression of sweetness. Highly structured with casis, bing cherries, tobacco leaf, wood smoke and oak framed by big, firm tannins. Long, long finish.
Source: Vintner's Journal, published: 11/21/2005, 16:37

Wine & Spirits Review of Atelier 2003 Syrah
From the December 2005 issue of Wine & Spirit Magazine regarding Atelier's 2003 Alexander Valley Syrah: "A gentle range of red fruit flavors fills the substantial extract and weight of this wine, the tannin so soft it adds bitter chocolate flavor rather than structure. Clean and spicy, for chopped sirloin off the grill."
Source: Atelier Winery, published: 11/21/2005, 04:14

Sitting down with Vinography.com
More and more people are hearing about Match. On Thursday, I had the pleasure to sit down with Alder of the popular wine blog Vinography.com and share a bottle of our 2002 Butterdragon Hill and a few of our stories. Check out the story and tasting notes on Vinography and while you're there, bookmark that site.
Source: Vintner's Journal, published: 11/19/2005, 20:17

Blogging the Birth of a Winery
Blogging the Birth of a Winery
Source: pinotblogger, published: 11/18/2005, 06:15

Category: Winery Blogs

Monday, November 28, 2005

Wine Blogs

Beaujolais too Nouveau
Laboure-Roi France Beaujolais, 2005 We were given this Beaujolais as a housewarming gift and were eager to try it. We’ve heard a lot about the annual Beaujolais release and were curious to taste a wine with 2005 on the label. With a screw off top (who needs a cork for...
Source: All Set in Massachusetts, published: 11/28/2005, 15:22

Long Island Wineries Weak at Web Marketing
You know me as Dan’s Papers’ fearless wine writer (or the owner/editor of LENNDEVOURS), but Monday through Friday, I play a very different role – that of an Internet marketing manager in the high technology industry. Rarely do the...
Source: LENNDEVOURS, published: 11/28/2005, 15:12

Riesling Reviews From the Cave
Introducing a new category, from the cave, by wine blogger extraordinaire, The Caveman. Some of Bill's work will be cross-posted here, a few pieces will be posted here exlusively, while other posts will be found on the Caveman's Wine Blog....
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/28/2005, 15:07

Long Island Winemakers Talk Turkey
Because of its focus on food, friends and family (not to mention its post-harvest timing) Thanksgiving is often cited as a favorite holiday by local winery owners and winemakers. Each and every year, readers of magazines and newspapers are...
Source: LENNDEVOURS, published: 11/28/2005, 14:43

Let’s be positive
Following my rather long intervention on ‘iacchos’ [a French newsgroup on wine] a reader has sent this magnificent quotation that I don’t know and which has brightened my day. Thank you to the unknown and very cultivated René Vigouroux: "All men who direct, who make something have next to them those who would like to [...]
Source: blog au vin, published: 11/28/2005, 09:15

Amista Vineyards
I love discovering new players in the wine field. Through a series of articles I have been writing on women-owned wineries, I was fortunate to sit down and interview Vicky Farrow of Amista Vineyards; to learn her story and taste...
Source: Carolyn Tillie's Ultimate California Wine Blog, published: 11/28/2005, 04:23

Ferarri-Carano Siena Red 2002
Sienna is primarily Sangiovese, the grape of Chianti. This year's (2002) vintage is 84% Sangiovese, with minor parts Malbec, Petite Sirah, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Barrel aging was more than a year, in neutral French oak. We enjoyed last year's Sienna,...
Source: winewaves, published: 11/28/2005, 03:34

Barringwood Park Success at Royal Hobart Wine Show
Congratulations to Judy and Ian from Barringwood Park for taking out the Bartercard Trophy for Most Successful Tasmanian Exhibitor at the show this year. The Barringwood Park 2003 Pinot Noir won the Vineyards Association of Tasmania Trophy for best red wine. I've had two bottles of this wine sitting in the ...
Source: Pinot Island, published: 11/28/2005, 02:31

Cahors to a "T"
Wine mechanic, Jens, describes (perhaps inadvertently) one of my favorite, rustic Malbec-based wines to a T...Makes me think I am camping out, except after the bottle of wine and a great meal, I get to go to bed in a...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/27/2005, 22:17

Oklahoma Winery Brings Home Silver and Bronze
Congratulations go out to Summerside Vineyards & Winery. I read on their website this morning that at the recent Wines of the South Competition, they were awarded a silver medal for their...
Source: Oklahoma Wine News, published: 11/27/2005, 19:24

This Week's Sign of the Apocalypse
Thanks (I think) to Dave of Vinosense for probing into the origins of Sono Uno...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/27/2005, 17:30

Behrens & Hitchcock Merlot (Napa Valley) 1998
A remarkable wine from the worst vintage of the 1990s in California. It tastes like a top Pomerol from a very good vintage. Meaty and earthy flavors/aromas of bacon, tobacco, truffles, and plums. I don't recall what I paid for...
Source: Professor Bainbridge on Wine, published: 11/27/2005, 04:52

Malbec a red wine variety making a comeback
Malbec is a red wine variety which is making a comeback. It can produce some earthy, rustic wines which are well worth seeking out.Malbec a red wine variety making a comeback
Source: Vinodiversity, published: 11/27/2005, 01:43

More HEARTening News About Red Wine
In 1991 I had only been in the wine business about a year. I was working at PR firm in Santa Rosa, California. So, not having that much experience, I was caught off guard when 60 Minutes broadcast a segment...
Source: Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog, published: 11/26/2005, 23:35

Melville Estate Pinot Noir 2004
Melville Estate Pinot Noir is a blend of eleven clones found on the estate. Vinificiation included minimal handling and processing, and 8-9 months sur lie aging in 1/4 new French oak. Melville Vineyards and Winery is on Route 246, in...
Source: winewaves, published: 11/26/2005, 21:50

Teroldego Sympatico
A little more on my Mondovino wine film fest companion, Cantina Rotaliana di Mezzolombardo Teroldego Rotaliano, 2003 ($10) This tasty-fruity little number comes from the Trentino-Alto Adige region of northern Italy. It's made from the native Italian grape, Teroldego, which...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/26/2005, 19:30

Firestone Santa Ynez Valley Gewurztraminer 2004
Firestone Gewurztraminer is 100% varietal, with the grapes harvested from the Estate during the cool morning hours. Cold fermented and aged in stainless steel for five months, the wine was styled nearly full dry, with 13.5% alcohol and only a...
Source: winewaves, published: 11/26/2005, 16:38

French twist?
The French government may mandate labels with a health warning for wine bottles the BBC reports. France is the world's largest wine producer by value so this comes as the latest blow in what is has been an Annus Horribilis for the French wine industry.
Source: Dr. Vino's wine blog, published: 11/26/2005, 12:43

WS scores Parker
I guess the Wine Spectator's annual top 100 list is out--I just got three emails from wine retailers touting their availability of wines from the list. While I haven't seen the whole list, I was interested to see from one retailer that Beaux Freres 2003 Pinot Noir (95 points), a winery partially owned by Robert Parker, was #17.
Source: Dr. Vino's wine blog, published: 11/26/2005, 01:48

Tohu Pinot Noir
2004 Tohu Pinot Noir, Marlborough, New Zealand ($24) Clear, light ruby color fading to a pale, watery rim. Vivacious aromas spring from the glass: red cherries, raspberries, toasted pecans, some vanilla, even some forest floor. You might guess young Burgundy,...
Source: Basic Juice, published: 11/25/2005, 23:01

Category: Wine Blogs